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"Stunning film … I just wanted to stand up and cheer," said audience member of short film
MILWAUKEE, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Full-service advertising agency Bader Rutter's short film Direct Positive has been awarded "Best Documentary 2022" by audiences of the FEEDBACK Female Film Festival. Direct Positive, which premiered at the Milwaukee Film Festival in late April, is the result of a partnership between Milwaukee-based agency Bader Rutter and TEMPO, a membership organization dedicated to furthering the impact of women leaders in the Milwaukee area.
In August, audiences of the Los Angeles-based FEEDBACK Female Film Festival screened Direct Positive, leaving rave reviews: "Direct Positive was so beautiful and inspiring. I absolutely loved getting to hear the stories of all these empowered women in leadership," one viewer said. "I think the filmmakers were really smart in the way that they shot [Direct Positive], in the way that they edited this. It all had this lovely flow to it," another said.
"I continue to be humbled by the way this film is resonating with audiences," said Sarah Kmet-Hunt, executive creative director at Bader Rutter and co-director of Direct Positive. "This latest honor from the FEEDBACK Female Film Festival shows how important it is to ensure a diverse group of women have a seat at the table wherever important decisions are being made."
The project began with TEMPO members sitting for portraits with Milwaukee-based tintype photographer Margaret Muza. But what the 120-year-old camera revealed was far deeper than anyone expected.
Over two days of portraits and intense interviews, the women of TEMPO shared their challenges, inspirations, stumbles and victories. Muza's images show the beauty and power of each woman without filters, Photoshop or assumptions. At the same time, the women reveal the beauty and power of their own unfiltered stories.
A team of women from Bader Rutter wove those stories together to create Direct Positive. The result is an honest and raw look at how female leadership has changed the workplace and the world for the better — and how much progress still needs to be made.
"At TEMPO, we like to say that 'the world moves when women rise.' Direct Positive features a chorus of strong women's voices sharing how they've risen above all obstacles to move the world toward a better future for all," said Jen Dirks, president and CEO, TEMPO. "We're thrilled that audiences are connecting with their stories and giving them a larger platform."
Since its premiere at the Milwaukee Film Festival, Direct Positive has screened at both the San Francisco Documentary Festival and FEEDBACK Female Film Festival.
"My hope is that viewers take these stories to heart. Let's all embrace the fact that our world still has work to do to support women and to empower the women to stop trying to fit other's molds and to own their truths," Kmet-Hunt said. "That, to me, is the kind of world all women deserve and the kind of world we should create for the women after us."
Arrange a screening of Direct Positive here — and learn why audiences say more people need to see this award-winning film.
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Bader Rutter is a full-service advertising and marketing agency with offices in Milwaukee and Chicago. It is both the largest agricultural marketing agency and the leading B2B marcom agency in the country. With close to 245 full-time employees in 13 states, Bader Rutter offers a full array of advertising, digital and social media, public relations, business consulting, and branding and design capabilities. The employee-owned agency's expertise includes core work in agriculture, the food production system, pet care and animal health, manufacturing, insurance and financial services.
TEMPO is the largest professional women's group in Wisconsin, composed of nearly 800 members representing diverse industries, functions and companies from throughout the Milwaukee area and Southeastern Wisconsin. TEMPO serves its membership of executive, senior and C-level and Emerging Women Leaders through educational programming and professional development, networking opportunities, relationship building and mentoring, with the goal of empowering women to achieve and sustain leadership roles. Learn more at https://www.tempomilwaukee.org/.
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Leading Provider of Solar Roofs Bolsters Executive Team to Meet Growing Demand for Timberline Solar™
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GAF Energy, a Standard Industries company and the leading provider of solar roofing in North America, has announced two key advancements on its leadership team. The promotions, Gabriela "Gabi" Bunea as Chief Solar Innovation Officer, and Ralph Robinett as Senior Vice President, Manufacturing & Deployment, position the company for continued growth and innovation following the launch of their award-winning solar roof, Timberline Solar™. Developed and assembled in California, Timberline Solar™ is the only solar roofing system to directly integrate solar technology into traditional roofing processes and materials.
"Execution in innovation and manufacturing are critical to taking residential rooftop solar from a niche product to reaching our vision of energy from every roof. Gabi and Ralph have proven their determination, leadership, and ability to deliver industry-changing products. They have been essential leaders on the team that brought the award-winning Timberline Solar to market," said Martin DeBono, President of GAF Energy. "I'm thrilled to continue working alongside them and our entire team to transform more and more roofs into solar roofs."
Dr. Gabriela Bunea, Chief Solar Innovation Officer
Gabi creates world-changing technology and believes in combining solar energy generation with sustainable building materials. She brings 20 years of extensive technical experience and leadership in the solar and microelectronics industries to GAF Energy, most recently as Vice President of Research, Development and Deployment at SunPower Corporation. Prior to that, she held multiple roles managing Module Research, Development, Deployment and Product Design at SunPower, and previously worked as a Member of the Technical Staff in the Microelectronics Division at Lucent Technology. She holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Boston University and is an active member in IEEE Women in Engineering.
Ralph Robinett, Senior Vice President, Manufacturing & Deployment
Ralph brings the world-changing innovations of GAF Energy to mass production. Before joining GAF Energy, Ralph held senior leadership positions in global operations, manufacturing, engineering and quality in the solar, electronics, and semiconductor industries. Most recently, Ralph was the VP of Operations at Celestica. Prior to that, he was the VP of Operations at SunPower Corporation, where he led SunPower's solar panel manufacturing and operational excellence organizations.
Homeowners interested in solar roofing options and roofers interested in installing GAF Energy products can find out more at: www.gaf.energy.
About GAF Energy
GAF Energy is transforming the solar and roofing industries to generate energy from every roof. A Standard Industries company, GAF Energy works with North America's largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, GAF, to offer homeowners elegant, roof-integrated solar options through a national network of roofer partners. The company's leading product, Timberline Solar™, incorporates the world's first nailable solar shingle to create an attractive, durable, and reliable solar roof. GAF Energy's products have received numerous awards and honors, including the FastCompany 2022 World Changing Ideas Award, the CES Best of Innovation Award, and the NAHB Best of IBS Award. GAF Energy develops and assembles its products at its R&D and manufacturing facility in San Jose, California.
About Standard Industries
Standard Industries is a privately-held global industrial company operating in over 80 countries with over 20,000 employees. The Standard ecosystem spans a broad array of holdings, technologies and investments—including both public and private companies from early to late-stage—as well as world-class building solutions, performance materials, real estate and next-generation solar technology. Throughout its history, Standard has leveraged its deep industry expertise and vision to create outsize value across its businesses, which today include operating companies GAF, BMI, Grace, GAF Energy, Siplast, Schiedel and SGI, as well as related businesses Standard Investments and Winter Properties. For more information, visit www.standardindustries.com.
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$10 million lottery winner sentenced to life in prison for murder
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT/Gray News) - A North Carolina man who won $10 million after purchasing a scratch-off ticket in 2017 was convicted of first-degree murder.
WECT reports Michael Hill, 54, was taken into custody in November 2020 after investigators said he shot Keonna Graham in the back of the head while she was lying in a hotel room bed in Shallotte.
Graham was reported missing by her mother, and her body was found after investigators reviewed surveillance footage from the hotel that showed Hill was the only individual in the room with her.
Detectives said Hill confessed to murdering Graham after they found texts from other men while they were staying at the hotel. Hill said he and Graham were in a romantic relationship for a year and a half after he won his lottery ticket.
After the jury deliberated for an hour, Hill was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder charge and a concurrent 22 to 36 months for possession of a firearm by a felon.
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Hyde, Bills commit to helping victims of Buffalo shooting
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Micah Hyde considered canceling his charity softball game after hearing about the shooting Saturday at a Buffalo supermarket. The Bills safety knew he and his teammates could help the families of the victims and a stunned community. A white, 18-year-old gunman in military gear and livestreaming with a helmet camera opened fire, killing 10 people and wounding three others. Most of the victims were Black. Hyde’s IMagINe For Youth foundation received $200,000 from the event’s sponsors and Hyde committed to donating a portion of the proceeds from the game to the families of the victims. Money from a silent auction at the game will also go to victims’ families.
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— COO Kenneth D. Knight named CEO succeeding Sean George; Dr. George to continue as member of Board of Directors —
— Co-Founder and former CEO Randy Scott returns as chairman —
— Current chairman Eric Aguiar to serve as lead independent director —
SAN FRANCISCO, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Invitae (NYSE: NVTA), a leading medical genetics company, today announced executive leadership and Board changes to help ensure the company realizes the full potential of its industry-leading genetics testing platform and delivers tangible and sustainable value for stockholders. Specifically, Kenneth D. Knight, who has served as Invitae's chief operating officer since 2020, is succeeding Sean George, Ph.D., as CEO and is joining the Board of Directors. Additionally, Randy Scott, Ph.D., Invitae's co-founder, former CEO from 2012 to 2017, and former executive chairman from 2017 to 2019, is returning to the company as chairman of the Board. Eric Aguiar, who has served as Invitae's independent chairman since 2019 and a member of the Board since 2010, is now serving as lead independent director. The changes are effective immediately.
Dr. George, co-founder and CEO of Invitae since 2017, will serve as a consultant to the company through a transition period and will retain his role as a member of the Invitae Board.
Mr. Knight is a growth-oriented business leader and operations executive with more than three decades of multi-industry experience at Invitae, Amazon, Caterpillar and General Motors. Immediately prior to joining Invitae as COO in June of 2020, he spent four years overseeing Amazon's transportation services, global delivery services and global fulfillment human resources and operations. Since joining Invitae, Mr. Knight has guided the realignment of the company's go-to-market strategy, led efforts to improve revenue quality and driven steady increases in variable cost productivity. His immediate priorities as CEO will include a sharpened focus on Invitae's core, more profitable business lines and accelerated work to right-size the company's cost structure. Success on these fronts will, in turn, lead to sustainably higher margin growth and an extension of Invitae's cash runway ahead of cash flow positivity.
Dr. Aguiar commented, "Invitae's competitive advantages are well-established: an industry-leading genetics testing platform, excellent relationships with patients and providers alike and a relentless focus on lowered costs and accessibility. Ken understands these attributes incredibly well and is the ideal leader to harness them in an accelerated drive towards positive cash flow. We have seen firsthand during Ken's tenure as COO – and in his prior experience at diversified, large-scale enterprises – that he will deliver operational execution and cost discipline while preserving the innovation-first culture that is at the heart of the Invitae model. The company will unquestionably benefit from his leadership as CEO, his deep understanding of Invitae and its growth drivers and his commitment to securing a successful, sustainable operating platform for the long term.
"At the same time, Randy's return as chairman will allow Invitae to continue to benefit from cutting-edge science, deep industry leadership and unparalleled institutional knowledge," Dr. Aguiar continued. "The combination of Ken and Randy brings together two highly complementary leaders committed to capitalizing on Invitae's exceptional opportunities and delivering value to our stakeholders."
Dr. Scott helped lead Invitae through its inception and continued growth both as an executive of the company and member of the Board through 2019. Dr. Scott has a distinguished history as a pioneer in the genomics industry and has played a founding role in a number of successful life sciences companies.
Dr. Aguiar concluded, "On behalf of the Board, we thank Sean for his visionary leadership as Invitae's co-founder and CEO. His commitment to Invitae's mission, and the successful build-out of the company's genetic testing capabilities has established Invitae's place at the forefront of the industry in shaping the future of medicine."
Mr. Knight said, "I am honored to take on the CEO role and lead Invitae forward at this important inflection point, as we expand our critical efforts to focus on our most promising, profitable aspects of our businesses, drive increased operating efficiency and successfully navigate the current macro environment. It has been a privilege to work side by side with Sean, and I look forward to partnering with Randy and our team to build upon our strong foundation and further position Invitae for a bright future – advancing our mission of bringing the power of genetic information to mainstream medicine."
"We are in the early stages of a genomics revolution that will transform medicine," said Dr. Scott. "Invitae is a special organization with talented team members, powerful growth drivers and a visionary path to deliver innovative genomics to the world. I'm excited to work together with the Board and management team to help accelerate Invitae's next phase rooted in disciplined execution, delivering for our shareholders and stakeholders and achieving our promise as a transformational platform for genomic medicine."
"When we recruited Ken to Invitae as our COO, we did so with the expectation that his experience and skill set would be ideal in leading the company through its next phase to execute on our long-term strategy and achieve our distinctive vision," Dr. George added. "With the timing now right for this transition, I am honored to pass the baton to Ken and look forward to continuing to support Invitae at the Board level. It has been tremendously rewarding bringing Invitae to life while achieving so many successful milestones over the years with our amazing team."
Kenneth Knight Bio
Kenneth D. Knight has served as Invitae's chief operating officer since June 2020. Prior to joining Invitae, Mr. Knight most recently served as vice president of transportation services at Amazon.com, Inc. from December 2019 to June 2020, and as vice president of Amazon's global delivery services and worldwide fulfillment human resources from April 2016 to December 2019. Prior to his time at Amazon, from 2012 to 2016, Mr. Knight served as general manager of the material handling and underground division, a global business with $6 billion in annual revenue, at Caterpillar Inc. Prior to that, Mr. Knight served in various capacities at General Motors Company for 27 years, including as executive director of global manufacturing engineering and as manufacturing general manager. Since June 2021, Mr. Knight has served as a director and a member of the audit and finance committee of Simpson Manufacturing Co. Inc. Mr. Knight holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and an M.B.A from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Randy Scott Bio
Randy Scott, Ph.D. is a co-founder of Invitae Corporation, where he served as chair of the Board of Directors and chief executive officer from August 2012 to January 2017 and executive chair from January 2017 to August 2019. Prior to Invitae, Dr. Scott co-founded Genomic Health, Inc., where he served as chair of the Board of Directors and chief executive officer from 2000 to 2009 and executive chair from 2009 to 2012. Dr. Scott has served on the boards, including as chairman, of numerous public and private life sciences companies, and he is the author of more than 40 scientific publications, the holder of 20 patents and the recipient of numerous awards. Dr. Scott received a B.S. in Chemistry from Emporia State University and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Kansas.
About Invitae
Invitae Corporation (NYSE: NVTA) is a leading medical genetics company whose mission is to bring comprehensive genetic information into mainstream medicine to improve healthcare for billions of people. Invitae's goal is to aggregate the world's genetic tests into a single service with higher quality, faster turnaround time, and lower prices. For more information, visit the company's website at invitae.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements relating to the company's beliefs regarding the impact that the organizational restructuring will have on the company's business and financial results; the company's expectations regarding the impact of the leadership changes on the company's business; the company's expectations regarding business priorities, objectives, future growth and industry positioning; and the company's beliefs regarding its vision and business model. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, and reported results should not be considered as an indication of future performance. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the continued service and success of Mr. Knight and Dr. Scott; the company's ability to successfully alter its course in response to events; the success of company's efforts to achieve operational efficiency and sustainable operating cash flows, and decrease cash burn; the company's history of losses; the impact of inflation and the current economic environment on the company's business; the company's ability to compete; the company's ability to manage growth effectively; the company's need to scale its infrastructure in advance of demand for its tests and to increase demand for its tests; the company's ability to use rapidly changing genetic data to interpret test results accurately and consistently; laws and regulations applicable to the company's business; and the other risks set forth in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the risks set forth in the company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof, and Invitae Corporation disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
Contacts for Invitae:
Investor Relations:
Hoki Luk
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Public Relations:
Amy Hadsock
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Company signs long-term contract extension to launch its latest version of INTELLIGEN
LONDON, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation, has signed a 10-year contract extension with the Kansas Lottery to deliver an enhanced version of IGT's INTELLIGEN™ electronic gaming central system. The contract extension is expected to run through Dec. 14, 2032.
IGT's improved INTELLIGEN software will equip the Kansas Lottery with its most advanced systems technology to strategically manage its electronic gaming machine network, while providing its players with optimal gaming experiences. Specific features include sophisticated site controllers that will maintain network diagnostics and communications between all gaming machines, advanced business intelligence tools for easy, day-to-day operations management and reporting, and updated disaster recovery technology.
"IGT's upgraded INTELLIGEN system will provide the Kansas Lottery with a suite of comprehensive tools designed to drive revenues and offer its players world-class gaming experiences," said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Global Lottery. "INTELLIGEN's improved system performance will also allow the Lottery to manage its vast network with maximum efficiency over the next decade and position the Lottery to deploy future functionality to meet the needs of the evolving gaming landscape."
As the leader in the regulated electronic gaming machine industry, IGT deploys its proven INTELLIGEN systems worldwide, connecting a wide range of machines in a variety of gaming environments. The software is built on IGT's more than 25 years of central systems experience and offers stable, secure command and control capabilities.
In addition to electronic gaming machines and the INTELLIGEN central system, IGT also provides the Kansas Lottery with instant ticket games and printing services.
For more information, visit IGT.com and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
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| 2022-06-01T21:37:14Z
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Industry veteran to unlock new opportunities for DI sales and position Ash as a market leader for income protection
FORT WAYNE, Ind., Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ash Brokerage LLC ("Ash"), a leading distributor of life, long-term care, disability and retirement solutions, announced the addition of Brian Lauber, CLU, ChFC, as Senior Vice President of Disability Insurance.
Jason Grover, President of Ash, expressed the opportunity to double down on helping advisors help their clients.
"As a leader in disability insurance, we're never satisfied with good enough," Grover said. "We know there are many more clients who need to protect their income. Looking at Ash's position in the market, now was the time to make a strategic investment back in our DI business to help advisors tell the income protection story."
In January, Ash retained Chris Carlson Brokerage Group to review Ash's messaging and market opportunity. Following the conversations, Matt McAvoy, Partner and Divisional President of Ash, identified Brian as the right person to carry the torch.
"With a proven record for growing market share, Brian is a phenomenal asset to help us tap into additional resources," McAvoy said. "Brian is well known and respected across the insurance industry."
Brian has served at multiple insurance carriers as an advisor, wholesaler, district manager, regional VP, VP of independent distribution and chief marketing officer. Most recently he was Regional Director of IDI Sales for The Standard and Regional Managing Director at Principal Financial Group, two of Ash's key distribution partners for disability insurance.
Brian's tenure will add to Ash's existing team of DI specialists, including Tim Kukieza, VP of Disability, who has successfully grown Ash's DI sales for more than a decade.
For more on Ash's disability insurance offerings, visit ashbrokerage.com/plan/disability-insurance.
Founded over 50 years ago in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Ash Brokerage's more than 400 employees are focused on helping financial professionals innovate through insurance solutions. In 2021, Ash protected almost 50,000 lives, helping place nearly $2 billion of premium. In 2022, Ash Brokerage joined the Integrity Marketing Group family of companies.
As a brokerage general agency, Ash leverages relationships with more than 80 top-rated insurance carriers to answer the needs of financial professionals nationwide. Ash has the tools — and the people — to bring solutions in every stage of life.
Whatever the question. Whatever the need. Ash Answers.
Contact:
Dan Rich
Chief Operations Officer
800-589-3000
dan.rich@ashbrokerage.com
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| 2022-08-10T17:50:53Z
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Fitbit murder case: Husband sentenced to 65 years in prison for murdering wife
VERNON, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - After nearly seven years of litigation, a Connecticut man has learned his fate.
On Thursday, Richard Dabate was sentenced to 65 years in prison for murdering his wife, Connie Dabate, back in 2015.
WFSB reports Richard Dabate was found guilty earlier this year in the killing that occurred a few days before Christmas.
Prosecutors argued that Richard Dabate’s story of a deadly home invasion didn’t add up when data from Connie Dabate’s Fitbit fitness tracking device showed the mother of two walking around after the time Richard Dabate claimed she was killed.
Experts said that data helped the jury reach its quick verdict in the trial.
Connie Dabate’s family said justice was served, but the case forced them to relive painful memories.
Richard Dabate was not only convicted of murder but also of tampering with evidence and lying to police.
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| 2022-08-19T01:41:45Z
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A large tract that will add hundreds of new homes in South Temple is now going through the rezoning process after initial delays in its annexation into the city.
Temple City Council members voted unanimously to approve the 95.27-acre tract’s rezoning request on its first reading at their recent meeting. The proposed development seeks to add up to 400 new single-family homes to the city.
Brian Chandler, director of planning and development for the city, said the tract is located along FM 93 and is east of the Alta Vista neighborhood that was built by the same developer.
“Their intention is to effectively expand their Alta Vista neighborhood to the other side of the railroad tracks and provide a similar product along FM 93,” Chandler said.
A larger tract of 103.24 acres, which includes the land being rezoned, was annexed into the city in early June.
Officials voted to annex the land twice after a portion of the nearby Union Pacific Railroad was not included the first time.
While the developer of the project, WBW Land Development, requested single family two zoning, the Council approved single family one zoning. Officials, who were concerned about the property’s population density, suggested the altered zoning, which requires larger lot sizes.
Chandler also pointed out that the proposed subdivision, and a proposed community collector road, would only have one exit for the many proposed houses.
“The sole access would be to FM 93,” Chandler said. “So, staff has been concerned about that level of density, 5,000-square-foot lots compared to 7,500- square-foot lots.”
The increased traffic on the road was a large concern for the city, especially with a connection to FM 93 needing to be reviewed by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Chandler said the city was still waiting on a traffic impact analysis, which is done by a consultant and reviewed by the state department.
The analysis, which would be needed for the project to move forward, would look at FM 93 and if it could support the increased traffic generated by the development.
Officials said the first phase of the development is estimated to include a maximum of 150 homes, with additional structures or phases to be added later if TxDOT approves of the plan.
Chandler said that even if the state agency did not approve the current state of the road for the collector, they usually suggest mitigation measures that could be made to allow for the development.
These measures include acceleration or deceleration lanes or a center turn lane.
Councilwoman Susan Long, who represents South Temple, expressed concern for the development during the meeting.
“I am left in a quandary,” Long said. “I am certainly pro-growth, but what if we approve everything tonight and the traffic impact analysis says … it can’t support the proposed collector?”
The council is expected to vote on the second reading of the rezoning request during a 5 p.m. meeting Thursday at City Hall, 2 N. Main St.
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| 2022-08-01T03:24:24Z
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BRONX, N.Y., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legionnaires disease Lawyer Jory Lange and prominent New York attorney Scott Harford have filed the first Legionnaires disease lawsuit in the Bronx Legionnaires Outbreak. At least 30 people have gotten Legionnaires disease in this outbreak, 28 of whom were hospitalized. Tragically, two people have died. The health department has linked the Jerome Avenue Residences at 1325 Jerome Avenue to the outbreak.
The Complaint alleges that victims developed Legionnaires' disease after breathing water vapors contaminated with dangerous legionella pathogen. "The fact that invisible water vapor from a cooling tower can carry deadly pathogens like Legionella, and can cause so many hospitalizations, is alarming," said attorney Jory Lange. Attorney Scott Harford added, "this is particularly concerning as Legionnaire's disease cases are on the rise, especially in New York."
The NY Health Department analyzed sputum samples from patients and water samples from the cooling towers in the investigation area. These analyses showed the same strain of legionella bacteria found in one of the clinical specimens matched a cooling tower at the Jerome Avenue Residences.
Legionnaires' disease is a rare type of pneumonia with symptoms like cough, shortness of breath, chills headaches, and muscle aches. Occasionally, symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, and confusion are experienced. Legionella become a health concern when they grow in human-made water systems. These bacteria thrive in water, especially hot water. Legionella is not spread from person to person. People become ill when they breath in mist containing the bacteria.
Jory Lange and Scott Harford represent many New York residents who were hospitalized in Legionnaires' disease outbreaks. If you have been diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease, you may be entitled to compensation. Call 833.330.3663 for a free consultation.
Jory Lange
www.MakeFoodSafe.com
Candess Zona-Mendola
833.330.3663
Candess@JoryLange.com
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INDIANAPOLIS (WXIN) – Video used in a secret government exercise centered on a hypothetical nuclear attack has been released publicly for the first time.
The 1986 video, which takes the form of a fake news broadcast, concerns a nuclear bomb going off in downtown Indianapolis.
According to the Digital National Security Archive, the video is part of Mighty Derringer, a multi-agency training exercise on how different branches of the federal government would work together during a nuclear attack.
The video was obtained by tech site Gizmodo via a Freedom of Information Act request.
What you see in the video
In the nearly two-minute clip, a news anchor named “Jeff Schwartz” for the fictitious Channel 9 Eyewitness News addresses viewers.
“We are now in day four,” Schwartz says. “You know that few details are available. But this much we know: A large portion of downtown Indianapolis remains evacuated. Now, reports are sketchy at this point, but we do know that apparently there are terrorists holed up in the downtown part of our city with nuclear devices.”
Schwartz says a federal response team has been sent in to neutralize the threat before tossing to reporter “Ann Miller.” Miller gives her reports while video of downtown Indianapolis — as taken from “Chopper 9” — is shown to viewers.
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Miller describes the streets of downtown, which would normally be full of morning rush-hour traffic, as being relatively empty except for police “down there in the streets making sure everyone stays out of town.”
The feed to the chopper is then interrupted, with Schwartz commenting, “Can someone get on a two-way radio and see if they can contact Ann and see what’s going out there?”
The clip ends as Schwartz cautions the audience before he is interrupted by a booming sound outside of the news studio.
He looks up and says, “Oh, my God,” before the feed goes to black.
Why the video was made
In 1974, the Nuclear Emergency Search Team (NEST) was created. Its mission was to respond to plausible threats of nuclear terrorism or extortion. As part of is work, NEST created the Mighty Derringer project.
In 2012, documents were released on Mighty Derringer and referenced the Joint Special Operations Command and Delta Force. The National Security Archive called it the “most extensive set of declassified documents on any nuclear counterterrorism exercise, covering every phase of the response, from concept to critiques.”
According to those documents, the fictional country of Montrev was behind the simulated terrorist attack on Indiana’s capital. The country is largely believed to be based on Mexico.
Planning sessions for the drills were held at both Camp Atterbury in Indiana and Area A-25 of the Energy Department’s Nevada Test Site.
During the fictitious attack, the NSA says Indianapolis experienced a 1 kiloton nuclear detonation that resulted in “total devastation over a 20 square block area.”
According to Gizmodo’s report by Matt Novak, actual “radioactive material was hidden around Indianapolis in order to give the teams something authentic to look for during their exercise.”
The Mighty Derringer was largely seen as a success, but a DNSA report labeled a range of potential problems, including “bomb detection, interagency coordination, containment of contamination, general ‘confusion.'”
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| 2022-04-01T01:18:40Z
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GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman and Chef Eric Ripert are pleased to announce the highly-anticipated event lineup for Cayman Cookout 2023, taking place at the resort from Thursday, January 12th though Monday, January 16th, 2023. Cayman Cookout will make its grand return to the resort after a two-year hiatus and plans to bring together some of the world's most talented chefs, wine and spirits experts alongside new events, never before seen by attendees.
Hosted by Chef Eric Ripert, the 14th annual celebration will feature an impressive line-up of talent including José Andrés, Adrienne Cheatham, Master Sommelier Aldo Sohm, Andrew Zimmern, Antonio Bachour, Charles Joly, Daniel Boulud, Dean Max, Dominique Crenn, Emeril Lagasse, Jennifer Carroll, Kristen Kish and Tom Colicchio. The events and menus for Cayman Cookout have been carefully curated by Chef Ripert, as well as the participating chefs, who have worked closely with Master Sommelier Aldo Sohm, Wine Director for Cayman Cookout and Monica Dubar, Beverage Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman. This year in particular, an emphasis has been placed on expanding the beverage programming, offering events and menus designed through the lens of master mixologists and global spirits experts. The beverage team has curated an extensive list of rare wines provided by some of the most exclusive and world-class producers, including Jason Smith MS, Jean-Marc Rouleau, Landon Patterson, Larry Stone MS, Marc Gagnon, Michael Kennedy, Nathaniel Dorn and Rajat Parr MS.
The festival will also allow guests to take advantage of two new dining concepts on property as well as the recently renovated guestrooms and public areas. The reimagined interiors include the revamped Silver Palm Lounge, which has retained its iconic spirit but offers updated interiors and the Armoire, a custom-built hardwood cabinet, offering guests a collection of indulgent discoveries from rare rums to premium hand-rolled cigars of the Caribbean, alongside chocolates created from the region's finest cacao. This venue will provide attendees with laid-back space to relax between events. The resort will also debut a new restaurant named Saint June, which provides a setting punctuated with relaxed luxury, where guests can enjoy a sophisticated and stylish food and bar menu inspired by Caribbean and Latin American cuisine. The space will host dinners and events throughout the weekend, including a memorable South American Steakhouse Dinner.
Guests planning to attend will also see the return of signature events like Beach Bash, Barefoot BBQ, and Rum and Robusto alongside new events including, but not limited to:
- A Cayman Cookout In-Flight Experience with Chef Eric Ripert presented by Cayman Private Aviation
- Island Culinary Excursions including a Cayman Brac Lunch Experience
- Wine Tasting and Discussions with World-Class Producers like Marc Gagnon
- Exclusive dining experiences including a Le Bernardin Reunion
- A Sommelier Standoff featuring Master Sommelier Aldo Sohm, Michael Kennedy, Monica Dubar, and Enrico Carmassi
- Steakhouse Dinners and Latin American/Caribbean inspired experiences at newly opened Saint June
- Effervescence Soirée by Moët & Chandon
The full event line-up can be found here and ticket sales for all events will be available starting October 1, 2022. The 2023 event promises to be a memorable one, including unique experiences created by Marriott Bonvoy® loyalty program and Chase Marriott Bonvoy® Credit Card. Individual ticket sales for Cayman Cookout 2023 will be available in autumn and will be available for purchase on the festival's website.
About The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman
Newly reimagined in 2021, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman occupies 144 beautifully manicured acres, from the sparkling waters of the North Sound to white sands of world-famous Seven Mile Beach. The longstanding luxury Cayman Islands resort is a Forbes Five-Star Hotel, home to 369 luxuriously appointed rooms handcrafted by acclaimed Champalimaud Design. An elegant spa offers a bespoke collection of revitalizing and relaxing treatments, while six dining venues present guests with a diverse array of epicurean delights, including the Caribbean's only AAA Five Diamond restaurant, Blue by Eric Ripert. In addition to a spectacular Greg Norman-designed nine-hole golf course, the resort also offers golf enthusiasts a state-of-the-art indoor simulator using Trackman technology. Ideal for events of all sizes, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is home to the island's largest ballroom as well as an interactive culinary studio. Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ambassadors of the Environment family programming allows guests of all ages to discover the incredible flora and fauna of Cayman, while Starfish Cay water park, tennis and basketball courts and an indoor game room ensures guest young and old are entertained. The Caribbean's largest luxury suite configuration, Seven South offers nearly 18,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space replete with elegant interiors, personalized service, and amenities as well as breathtaking panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. Encompassing up to 9 bedrooms, including the three-bedroom Grand Penthouse, the private enclave is perched atop the resort's Ocean Tower evoking a sense of being on top of the world. Each year, the resort and Chef Eric Ripert, welcome some of the world's finest chefs and most discerning guests for Cayman Cookout. More information about The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is available at www.ritzcarlton.com/grandcayman or by phone at +1(345)943-9000.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for APDN, NTNX, BGRY, QNRX, and SPWR.
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TAIPEI, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InnoVEX, the exhibit dedicated to startups at COMPUTEX, will be held physically on 4F, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1, from May 24 to 27 and virtually on COMPUTEX DigitalGo (May 24 to June 6). InnoVEX 2022 attracts 195 startups from 14 countries to participate in, injecting robust and rich innovative energy to the technology ecosystem.
As Asia's leading startup platform, InnoVEX features Theme Pavilions presented by industry organizations and government agencies, such as Garage+, Small and Medium Enterprise Administration(SMEA), Ministry of Economic Affairs(MOEA), Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), and Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), bridging Taiwanese startups with global resources and boosting startup ecosystem development.
The Garage+ Pavilion is themed "Inventing Tomorrow" with a vision of creating a better future through the power of innovation. With the support of Taiwan National Development Council, Garage+ Pavilion selects 48 startups in the areas of AI, IoT, healthcare, and green technology, linking domestic and overseas business opportunities to jointly build an innovative future.
The "Future Safari Pavilion" presented by SMEA, MOEA, "TREE Pavilion" organized by Department of Industrial Technology (DoIT), and "MOST Startup Pavilion" gather over 80 top startups, demonstrating forward-looking technologies and solutions of smart energy, smart healthcare, smart life, smart agriculture, green technology, IoT, and big data, putting the unlimited possibilities of Taiwanese startups on full display.
In addition to the Theme Pavilions, the potential of independent startups is also remarkable. Leia Inc., an US startup that transforms traditional displays, utilizes lightfield technology to offer users more authentic and real visual feasts, popularizing the concept of Metaverse in real life. Boréas Technologies Inc., a fabless semiconductor company from Canada, will exhibit its proprietary piezoelectric actuator driver technology platform and applications of low-power HD haptic feedback in wearables, smartphones, and game controllers.
InnoVEX Connects with International Partners Online to Ignite Innovative Sparks through Interdisciplinary Creativity
In the post-pandemic age, it is growingly important to empower business opportunity with technology. The revered European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), which participated in InnoVEX for the first time last year, makes its return and gathers startups from Jordan, Mongolia, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro, Egypt, and Kazakhstan, to exhibit e-commerce related products at InnoVEX 2022 virtually, using innovative capabilities to break geographical boundaries and gaining advantage in the global market.
National Pavilion from Italy is organized by Italian Trade Agency Taipei Office, where 11 Italian startups will demonstrate Italy's solid technology and their innovative thoughts through forward-looking AI solutions.
The Second Annual Taiwan-Israel Innovation Summit to Decode the Successful Experience of Startups
Continuing the popularity from last year, the second annual Taiwan-Israel Innovation Summit will be held online at 3:30 p.m. on May 25, which will focus on the successful experience of Israeli startups' collaborations with Taiwanese technology industry. Denes Ban, Managing Partner of OurCrowd, an Israeli venture capital platform, will talk about how Israeli startups explore the international market, and Israeli startup Autotalks will share the real case of the collaboration between Israel and Taiwan in the area of startup, illustrating the unlimited business opportunity of those international teams on global market. Registration for this year is open, welcome to register through the link: https://reurl.cc/M0kEdn.
To learn more about COMPUTEX, please visit:
COMPUTEX: https://www.computextaipei.com.tw/
InnoVEX: https://www.innovex.com.tw/
About COMPUTEX
COMPUTEX was founded in 1981. It has grown with the global ICT industry and become stronger over the last four decades. Bearing witness to historical moments in the development of and changes in the industry, COMPUTEX attracts more than 40,000 buyers to visit Taiwan every year. It is also the preferred platform chosen by top international companies for launching epoch-making products.
Taiwan has a comprehensive global ICT industry chain. Gaining a foothold in Taiwan, COMPUTEX is jointly held by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council and Taipei Computer Association, aiming to build a global tech ecosystem. COMPUTEX uses cross-domain integration and innovation services as the most powerful driving forces for achieving the goal of becoming a new platform for global technological resources.
About TAITRA:
The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is Taiwan's foremost trade promotion organization. TAITRA is a public-benefit corporation founded by the Ministry of Economic Affairs by uniting industry and commerce groups from the private sector with the purpose of helping them expand their global reach. Currently, TAITRA has a team of more than 1,300 trade professionals, both domestically and abroad. Headquartered in Taipei, TAITRA operates 5 local offices in Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung, as well as 63 branches worldwide. It has also signed cooperation agreements with 319 sister organizations that promote international trade. By forming a comprehensive trade services network that provides zero-time-difference and borderless real-time services, TAITRA continues to work with enterprises to jointly pursue the steady development of Taiwan's economy. It is the best partner for your success in business expansion.
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Dove Metrics' fundraising data will empower Messari to bring increased transparency to the crypto industry
NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Messari, a leading provider of crypto market intelligence products, today announced its acquisition of the assets and business of Dove Metrics of Blackrose Capital. Dove Metrics is a leading provider of fundraising data and intelligence for the crypto fundraising landscape.
"At Messari, we strive to be the leading data and research provider in the crypto space in order to create greater transparency around the industry," said Messari Vice President of Market Intelligence, Eric Turner. "The acquisition of Dove Metrics will enable us to offer new datasets and tools that further allow our users to stay on top of industry trends and monitor, in real-time, the top projects and technologies that investors are backing."
Dove Metrics' database continuously monitors crypto funding rounds and offers insights into the portfolios of over 8,000 investors including VC funds, hedge funds, investment DAOs, corporate funds, and angels. The database additionally offers insight into approximately 3,000 funding rounds, covers over 300 fundraising rounds by funds themselves, and 200 crypto merger & acquisition transactions.
"We started Dove Metrics to bring transparency to crypto fundraising. Messari has been focused on bringing transparency to the overall industry for years, so we're excited to see how Messari will expand and grow the product," said Dove Metrics Co-Founder Pierre Chuzeville.
As a result of this acquisition, Messari has integrated the Dove Metrics dashboard into the Messari platform and will continue to develop the dashboard with additional features in the future. Messari subscribers can access the newly-integrated Dove Metrics data at messari.io/fundraising-data.
Dove Metrics is crypto's leading fundraising database, with more than 3,200 funding rounds and 8,000 investors tracked. It is led by Regan Bozman and Pierre Chuzeville, who also run Lattice, an early-stage crypto VC fund.
Messari is the leading provider of market intelligence products that help professionals navigate crypto with confidence. For individuals and institutions alike, Messari combines deep analysis, data, news and powerful tools to improve industry transparency and drive smarter participation in crypto. Learn more at messari.io.
Media contact: Mary Dawson, mary.dawson@messari.io
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TSD 401 to no longer offer free breakfast and lunch to all students
DRIGGS, Idaho (KIFI) - For the past two years, Teton School District 401 schools have been able to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students. Next school year, the district will no longer be able to do that.
The district said it will resume previous procedures where families are eligible for free or reduced lunch pricing based on income eligibility. The free and reduced lunch application not only qualifies families for assistance with lunch prices, it directly influences annual funding that goes directly to schools.
The percentage of students who are eligible for free or reduced lunch in the district helps determine the amount of federal funding the district receives.
To see if your family is eligible, forms can be filled out online or applications can be mailed to you. Applications are confidential, and the district says your information will not be shared.
For more information, contact Kathy Rowbury, Food Service Director at krowbury@tsd401.org.
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PHOENIX, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CopperPoint Insurance Companies, a western-based super regional commercial insurance company, announced today that Ms. LoriAnn Lowery-Biggers and Mr. Marc Schmittlein have been re-elected to the Board of Directors of CopperPoint Mutual Insurance Holding Company, and that Mr. Michael Mathias and Ms. Marita Zuraitis have been elected to initial terms on the board.
The results of this election were announced at the board meeting held on June 8, 2022. Ms. Lowery-Biggers and Mr. Schmittlein will serve three-year terms, while Mr. Mathias and Ms. Zuraitis will serve one-year terms. Survey & Ballot Systems, an independent election administrator, conducted the voting process.
"This powerful combination of talent, coupled with our existing board leadership, provides a refreshed perspective and even greater capabilities supporting our dynamically growing company," said Ken Kirk, Board Chair.
Founded in 1925, CopperPoint Insurance Companies, www.copperpoint.com, is a leading provider of workers' compensation and commercial property and casualty insurance solutions. With an expanded line of insurance products and a growing 26-state footprint, CopperPoint is in a strong position to meet the evolving needs of its agents, brokers, and customers. It has $5.1 billion in total assets and an enterprise surplus of approximately $1.6 billion.
CopperPoint Mutual Insurance Holding Company is the corporate parent of CopperPoint Insurance Companies, Pacific Compensation Insurance Company and Alaska National Insurance Company. All companies are rated A (Excellent) by AM Best.
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LONDON (AP) — Britain canceled a flight that was scheduled to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda late Tuesday after the European Court of Human Rights intervened, saying the plan carried “a real risk of irreversible harm.”
The decision to scrap the flight capped three days of frantic court challenges from immigrant rights lawyers who launched a flurry of case-by-case appeals seeking to block the deportation of everyone on the government’s list.
British government officials had said earlier in the day that the plane would take off no matter how many people were on board. But after the appeals, no one remained. British media reported that the number of potential deportees had been more than 30 on Friday.
After the flight was canceled, Home Secretary Priti Patel said she was disappointed but would not be “deterred from doing the right thing.” She added: “Our legal team are reviewing every decision made on this flight and preparation for the next flight begins now.”
Prime Minister Boris Johnson had emphatically defended Britain’s plan, arguing that it is a legitimate way to protect lives and thwart the criminal gangs that smuggle migrants across the English Channel in small boats. Britain in recent years has seen an illegal influx of migrants from such places as Syria, Afghanistan, Iran, Sudan, Iraq and Yemen.
Johnson announced an agreement with Rwanda in April in which people who enter Britain illegally will be deported to the East African country. In exchange for accepting them, Rwanda will receive millions of pounds (dollars) in development aid. The deportees will be allowed to apply for asylum in Rwanda, not Britain.
Opponents have argued that it is illegal and inhumane to send people thousands of miles to a country they don’t want to live in. The leaders of the Church of England joined the opposition, calling the government’s policy “immoral.” Prince Charles was among those opposed, according to British news reports.
Activists have denounced the policy as an attack on the rights of refugees that most countries have recognized since the end of World War II.
Refugee Council chief executive Enver Solomon said the British government’s deportation threat would not serve as a deterrent to those seeking safety in the U.K.
“The government must immediately rethink by having a grown-up conversation with France and the (European Union) about sharing responsibility and look to operating an orderly, humane, and fair asylum system,” Solomon said.
The U.N. refugee agency condemned the plan out of concern that other countries will follow suit as war, repression and natural disasters force a growing number of people from their homes.
Politicians in Denmark and Austria are considering similar proposals. Australia has operated an asylum-processing center in the Pacific island nation of Nauru since 2012.
“At a global level, this unapologetically punitive deal further condones the evisceration of the right to seek asylum in wealthy countries,” said Maurizio Albahari, a migration expert at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana as he described the UK policy.
Many millions of people around the globe have been displaced over the past two decades, putting the international consensus on refugees under strain. The world had more than 26 million refugees in the middle of last year, more that double the number two decades ago, according to the U.N. refugee agency. Millions more have left their homes voluntarily, seeking economic opportunities in developed nations.
In Britain, those pressures have led to a surge in the number of people crossing the English Channel in leaky inflatable boats, sometimes with disastrous consequences. Last November, 27 people died when their boat sank in the waters between France and England.
Johnson, fighting for his political life amid concerns about his leadership and ethics, responded by promising to stop such risky journeys.
While Rwanda was the site of a genocide that killed hundreds of thousands of people in 1994, the country has built a reputation for stability and economic progress since then, the British government argues. Critics say that stability comes at the cost of political repression.
Filippo Grandi, the U.N. high commissioner for refugees, attacked the policy as “all wrong.”
If the British government is truly interested in protecting lives, it should work with other countries to target the smugglers and provide safe routes for asylum-seekers, not simply shunt migrants to other countries, Grandi said.
“The precedent that this creates is catastrophic for a concept that needs to be shared, like asylum,” Grandi said Monday.
The Archbishop of Canterbury and 24 other bishops from the Church of England joined the chorus of voices asking the government to reconsider an “immoral policy that shames Britain.”
“Our Christian heritage should inspire us to treat asylum-seekers with compassion, fairness and justice, as we have for centuries,” the bishops wrote in a letter to the Times of London.
Britain’s Supreme Court refused to hear one last-ditch appeal Tuesday, a day after two lower courts refused to block the deportations. Legal challenges continued, however, as lawyers filed case-by-case appeals on behalf of individual migrants.
Many migrants favor Britain as a destination for reasons of language or family ties, or because it is seen as an open economy with more opportunities than other European nations.
When Britain was a member of the European Union, it was part of a system that required refugees to seek asylum in the first safe country they entered. Those who reached Britain could be sent back to the EU countries they traveled from. Britain lost that option when it withdrew from the EU two years ago.
Since then, the British and French governments have worked to stop the journeys, with a great deal of bickering and not much success. More than 28,000 migrants entered Britain in small boats last year, up from 8,500 in 2020.
Nando Sigona, a migration expert at the University of Birmingham, said large principles are at stake if the Rwanda policy stands.
“How can we establish any kind of moral high ground where we intervene in other countries if we are not signatory to providing protection to those fleeing war and persecution?’’ Sigona asked.
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| 2022-06-15T01:03:16Z
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New identity unites the company in a common mission following rapid transformation and acquisitions
MONTREAL, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Haivision Systems Inc. ("Haivision") (TSX: HAI), a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video networking and visual collaboration solutions, announced today the launch of its bold new brand identity at IBC2022 reflecting the company's leadership in mission-critical live video solutions, pioneering spirit, and exciting direction for the future.
Haivision's new identity is a culmination of strategic innovation and acquisitions and marks a new chapter as the company positions itself for the future. With an integrated product portfolio, the recent launch of Haivision Command 360 for mission-critical collaboration, the IBC launch of next-generation broadcast cloud technology, Haivision Hub MCR, and the introduction of Haivision-branded 5G contribution solutions including Haivision Pro, Haivision Air, Haivision Rack, and Haivision StreamHub, Haivision remains focused on continuous innovation.
"Haivision has been continually raising the bar for real-time video solutions since its inception 18 years ago and the evolution of our brand heralds a natural next step in our journey to power the company's continued transformation and growth," said Mirko Wicha, President and CEO of Haivision. "The new Haivision brand identity embodies the core strengths of our solutions portfolio and technology, focused on addressing the challenges of our customers."
The company's new branding represents its deep expertise in mission-critical live video networking and collaboration, inspired by the core values of security, reliability, quality, and performance inherent in all Haivision's solutions and services that customers have come to know and rely on.
"In less than two years, Haivision has completed its IPO, made two significant acquisitions (Cinemassive and Aviwest), and added exciting new products to its solutions portfolio. The time is right to bring together all our products, technology, and people under one inspiring brand," said Marcus Schioler, Vice President, Marketing, Haivision, who led the branding evolution. "Our new unified look reflects the integrated way in which the company will work to achieve our vision to shape the future of video and will make it easier for our clients to understand who we are and what we do."
The updated visual identity will be on display at Haivision's stand at IBC2022. To see the latest Haivision technology in action, visit us at IBC, Hall 2, stand B36.
Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video networking and visual collaboration solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded four Emmys® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. To learn more, visit Haivision at haivision.com.
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| 2022-09-09T08:24:41Z
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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Uranium Energy Corp (NYSE: UEC) (the "Company" or "UEC") is pleased to announce that, in furtherance of its recently announced (June 13) entry into of a definitive agreement with UEX Corporation ("UEX") pursuant to which it is to acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of UEX (the "UEX Common Shares") in an all-share transaction by way of statutory plan of arrangement, the Company has now completed its C$5 million private placement in UEX consisting of the acquisition by UEC of 11,627,907 UEX Common Shares at a price of C$0.43 per UEX Common Share.
UEC may acquire additional UEX common shares by making purchases through the facilities of the TSX subject to and in accordance with applicable laws. UEC will provide periodic updates in respect of any UEX common share purchases made.
About Uranium Energy Corp
Uranium Energy Corp is America's leading, fastest growing, uranium mining company listed on the NYSE American. UEC is a pure play uranium company and is advancing the next generation of low-cost, environmentally friendly ISR mining uranium projects. The Company has two production ready ISR hub and spoke platforms in South Texas and Wyoming, anchored by fully licensed and operational processing capacity at the Hobson and Irigaray Processing Plants. UEC also has seven U.S. ISR uranium projects with all of their major permits in place. Additionally, the Company has other diversified holdings of uranium assets, including: 1) one of the largest physical uranium portfolios of U.S. warehoused U3O8; 2) a major equity stake in the only royalty company in the sector, Uranium Royalty Corp; and 3) a pipeline of resource-stage uranium projects in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Paraguay. The Company's operations are managed by professionals with a recognized profile for excellence in their industry, a profile based on many decades of hands-on experience in the key facets of uranium exploration, development and mining.
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WKN: AØJDRR
ISN: US916896103
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| 2022-06-22T21:34:29Z
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DENVER (AP) — The two adult daughters of a Colorado man who had been charged in the presumed death of their missing mother said in an interview that aired Friday that they are standing behind him and do not believe he had anything to do with her disappearance.
Barry Morphew pleaded for help finding Suzanne Morphew after she disappeared and was reported missing on Mother’s Day in 2020 but he was arrested and charged with murder in her death and other crimes last year. He pleaded not guilty and was scheduled to go to trial last month, but prosecutors dropped the charges.
“We just know our dad better than anyone else and we know he was not involved in our mom’s disappearance,” Mallory Morphew told ABC’s “Good Morning America” in the interview, as her sister Macy nodded in an agreement. Barry Morphew sat between them, holding their hands.
“I just love my girls and I love my wife. I just want her to be found,” Barry Morphew said of his wife.
It was the first time that Suzanne Morphew’s daughters have spoken with the media about the allegations their father faced. Their comments come just before the second anniversary of their mother’s disappearance from the couple’s home near the mountain community of Maysville.
The prosecutors dropped the criminal charges against Barry Morphew after a judge prohibited themfrom presenting most of their key witnesses at the trial as punishment for repeatedly failing to follow rules for turning over evidence in Barry Morphew’s favor.
The evidence included DNA from an unknown male linked to sexual assault cases in other states, which was found in Suzanne Morphew’s SUV, raising the possibility of another suspect being involved.
In the court filing asking to drop the charges, District Attorney Linda Stanley cited that disadvantage and the ongoing search for Suzanne Morphew’s body as reasons for dropping the case. Prosecutors have the option of filing charges against Barry Morphew later.
Stanley last month also announced that authorities believe they know where Suzanne Morphew’s body is — an area then covered by deep snow near the couple’s former home in the southern Colorado mountains. Weather has complicated the search but prosecutors and law enforcement believe they are close to finding the body, she said in the April 19 court filing.
Macy Morphew said in Friday’s interview that she hoped Stanley does everything possible to find her mother.
“What they’ve done is not fair and we’re never going to stop looking for our mom,” she said.
In a statement to ABC, Stanley’s office said that that prosecutors and law enforcement “have been diligently searching for Suzanne Morphew since she was reported missing” and continue doing so.
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NASA is gearing up for another countdown to launch its Artemis I rocket on a journey around the moon this weekend. After the first attempt was scrubbed on Monday due to a range of problems, the launch team has since made significant adjustments and is now ready for another try on Saturday.
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1. Biden
President Joe Biden delivered his sharpest rebuke yet of Republicans during a speech in Philadelphia on Thursday, warning that former President Donald Trump and his closest followers are trying to undermine American democracy. "As I stand here tonight, equality and democracy are under assault," Biden said in his address -- just months ahead of midterm elections that will determine control of Congress. Biden attempted to separate Trump's most loyal MAGA followers from the Republican Party as a whole and also sought to conclude on a more upbeat note, urging it is still within voters' power to rein in Trump's staunchest supporters. This comes as Biden's recent aggressive rhetoric has drawn the ire of Republicans, particularly after he accused Trump loyalists of "semi-fascism" at a fundraiser last week.
2. Hurricanes
For the first time in 25 years, the month of August did not have a named storm. But now that September has arrived, things appear to have changed quickly in the tropical Atlantic. On Thursday, the National Hurricane Center announced that Tropical Storm Danielle, currently in the North Atlantic, is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by Saturday. Danielle is not a threat to any land at this time, forecasts show, and it is expected to remain fairly stationary through the weekend. Still, current indications show the early stages of the Atlantic hurricane season have been above average and could begin to pick up.
3. January 6
Former President Trump said he will "very, very seriously" consider full pardons for the rioters who breached the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, if he runs for reelection and wins. "If I decide to run and if I win, I will be looking very, very strongly about pardons. Full pardons," Trump said on Wendy Bell Radio Thursday. Trump had made a similar promise during his final days in office when some of the January 6 rioters were already in jail. None, however, were pardoned before he left office. Trump's comments come amid intense speculation about a potential 2024 presidential run, and his continued invocation of the Capitol attack could preview a central part of his future political messaging.
4. Abortion
The California Legislature passed about a dozen bills this week protecting or expanding abortion access in the state, as its Democratic leaders seek to make California a safe haven for "reproductive freedom." The legislation now goes to Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has been supportive of abortion rights, for his signature. Meanwhile, nearly one-third of all US states have banned or severely restricted abortion after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June. At least seven states, including Alabama, Kentucky and Missouri, have banned abortions with no exceptions for rape or incest. Health care providers and abortion activists have continued to file legal challenges to stop bans in several states from being enacted.
5. Ukraine
The UN nuclear watchdog says it will have a "continued presence" at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant following an inspection at the site, where Russian shelling has sparked fears of a nuclear accident. The plant and the area around it, including the adjacent city of Enerhodar, have endured persistent shelling that has raised fears of a meltdown through the interruption of the power supply to the facility. Each side accuses the other of acts of nuclear terrorism. Separately, Ukrainian military officials claim Russia has suffered "significant losses" in the south to both its manpower and equipment as Ukraine tries to prevent Russia from resupplying its troops.
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That was the price tag of a Michigan voting machine that wound up for sale on eBay last month. Election machines are part of the US' critical infrastructure and are supposed to be kept under lock and key. The machine was purchased by a cybersecurity expert in Connecticut who alerted Michigan authorities and is now waiting for law enforcement to pick up the device. News of the sale comes as authorities in several states are probing apparent efforts to gain unauthorized access to voting machines or obtain data from them following the 2020 election.
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"We are studying it and will respond through the EU, but unfortunately it is not constructive."
-- A US State Department spokesperson, characterizing Iran's latest reply to the European Union's proposal to revive the 2015 nuclear deal. In August, EU officials sent the US and Iran what it called the "final text" of a revived deal to limit Tehran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. The US left the Iran nuclear deal in 2018 during the Trump administration and Tehran has increasingly violated it since then.
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"I've worn bikinis that were to small and paid no mind to how I looked, then saw pictures online and comments and been so upset," she wrote in a letter on Instagram on Saturday. She explained that being constantly photographed by paparazzi -- and having her body scrutinized -- made her feel "super vulnerable and unprepared."
The emotional letter was triggered by a day at a beach club in Miami, said Cabello, when she felt pressure to look her best, knowing the paparazzi were photographing her. "I tried to pretend they weren't there but I couldn't," she said.
"I knew I looked 'good' in the pictures and thought I would feel accomplished and yet I've never had a worse time on the beach," she wrote.
"I felt the emptiness and sadness of our culture's thoughts that became my thoughts," said Cabello. She also critiqued a "culture who has gotten so used to an image of what a 'healthy' woman's body looks like that is completely not real for a lot of women."
The note has received almost 900,000 likes as of Sunday morning.
The three-time Grammy Award nominee is no stranger to using social media to get vulnerable. Last year, she posted a TikTok in which she encouraged women to embrace their natural bodies.
"Being at war with your body is so last season," she said in the video, which received over 5 million likes. "We are real women, with curves, and cellulite, and stretch marks, and fat."
But as she explained on her Instagram, her struggles with body image have continued. "The messaging i get from our world is loud in my own head."
"Ironically, all the therapy, all the inner work is to try and get back to feeling like 7 year old me on the beach," Cabello wrote at the end of the Instagram note. "I'm mourning her today. Happy, silly, breathing, pretending to be a mermaid, FREE."
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| 2022-04-03T19:12:23Z
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Bomb threat forces evacuation, delay of Louisville-UNC game
LOUISVILLE, Ky, (AP) — Louisville’s college baseball game against North Carolina was delayed more than two hours Sunday following a bomb threat made on an online forum that forced the evacuation of the Cardinals’ stadium, a school spokesman confirmed. Spokesman John Karman said the Atlantic Coast Conference contest was halted around 2:30 p.m. and 2,600 spectators were evacuated from Jim Patterson Stadium when the threat was reported to University of Louisville Police. Louisville Metro Police were notified and sent K-9 and bomb detection units to the facility to sweep, Karman added, but did not find a bomb. The game resumed at 5:10 p.m. without spectators or media with the Tar Heels leading the Cardinals 5-1 in the top of the sixth inning.
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Arnold's First Work as Creative AOR for Monster Reintroduces the Brand to the Modern Job Seeker
BOSTON, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The workforce, and workplace, have changed forever. Long commutes and inflexible work hours look like remnants from an ancient past. Monster's latest brand campaign, created by Arnold Worldwide, taps into the sentiment that the old ways of working are relics from the Dark Ages and a new era of job search has begun. One that offers job seekers more control over how and where they find the right fit.
Millennials and Gen Z represent the majority of workers in the U.S., and their work philosophy is changing the workplace landscape dramatically. According to Monster's Future of Work 2022 report, 43% of workers say having meaningful work is a top factor driving their career choice. Remote jobs remain the number one search performed on Monster.com and today's seekers are in a powerful position. The new campaign leans into this cultural truth to position Monster as the modern destination for the modern job seeker.
"The past two years have forced a lifetime of progress," said Elliott Seaborn, global chief marketing officer at Monster. "The definition of what constitutes the right job fit has changed for people, and candidates are now elevating those opportunities that best align with their lifestyles, their values, and their priorities. If the old ways of working are no longer working, then it is time to usher in a new day of job search and make history of any obstacles that stand in the way of peoples' happiness. Our partners at Arnold Worldwide helped us create a monstrous moment to reintroduce the brand and speak to today's job seeker – with the witty tone that embodies our brand culture."
The breakthrough creative starts with two TV spots, which contrast today's career considerations in the setting of the Dark Ages. The spots talk directly to millennial and Gen Z candidates and validate the future-of-work issues many are grappling with today:
- "Junior Scribe" underlines how being undervalued is history with a "junior scribe" who is asked to milk a goat for his supervisor's coffee
- "Fulfillment Center" features staff on a renaissance assembly line, discussing raises and how to address their medieval boss, as Monster highlights that mediocre pay is history.
In addition to linear TV, the new campaign will launch with radio, digital, display, social and OOH placements.
"It's amazing how much the work world has changed in just a few short years," said Sean McBride, Chief Creative Officer, Arnold Worldwide. "Things we took as standard practice now seem like relics from the dark ages. Monster is the original disrupter in the category, we're so glad to get the chance to partner with them to reignite their category-challenging ways."
Together, both creative spots reposition Monster and capitalize on modern-day optimism, lean into humor, and remind audiences of a truth we might have forgotten: we all deserve a job we want. And at Monster, we can find it.
Arnold is an independent-minded integrated advertising agency that makes it Safe to be Brave. We transform brands into household names and grow businesses by delivering breakthrough, culturally-connected work. Arnold is headquartered in Boston and is part of the Havas Group. Learn more on arn.com, or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
For more information about Arnold Worldwide, visit www.arn.com.
Monster is a global leader in connecting the right people to the right jobs. Every day, Monster aims to make every workplace happier and more productive by transforming the way employers find talent and candidates find careers. For 25 years, Monster has worked to transform the recruiting industry. Today, the company leverages innovative digital, social, and mobile solutions and propriety data and insights to enable employers and candidates to see each other more clearly.
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- Dow and Mura Technology to build multiple facilities in the U.S. and Europe, adding as much as 600 kilotons of aggregate advanced recycling capacity by 2030.
- Expansion of Mura's pipeline builds on its first plant in Teesside, U.K., which is on track to be fully operational in 2023.
- By using advanced recycling as a complementary technology to mechanical recycling, Dow is making significant progress towards its sustainability, climate and plastic waste reduction targets.
- Dow to become a key off-taker of circular feed from Mura, supplying major brands across the globe with sustainable products and helping to scale the elimination of plastic waste.
- Dow's support of Mura Technology provides critical resources for Mura to finance and deliver on its multi-year pipeline of advanced plastic recycling projects.
HORGEN, Switzerland, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dow (NYSE: DOW), the world's leading materials science company, and Mura Technology, the global pioneer of an advanced plastic recycling solution, today announce the next step in their partnership to help solve the global plastic waste issue with the intention to construct multiple world-scale 120 kilotons (KT) advanced recycling facilities in the U.S. and Europe – collectively adding as much as 600 KT of annual capacity.
Dow will play an important role in the partnership as a key off-taker of the circular feed that Mura produces. This circular feed, derived from plastic waste currently destined for landfill or incineration, reduces reliance on fossil-based feedstocks and will enable Dow to produce a recycled plastic feedstock for the development of new, virgin-grade plastics which are in high demand from global brands. By working together, Dow and Mura will ensure plastic has a viable way to be re-circulated into global supply chains, helping to advance a circular economy for plastics and increase the value of plastic waste.
These planned capital investments by Mura, as well as Dow's off-take agreements, represent both companies' largest commitment to date to advance and scale global advanced recycling capabilities.
"The strengthening of Dow and Mura's partnership is another example of how Dow is working to build momentum around breakthrough advanced recycling technologies," said Marc van den Biggelaar, Advanced Recycling Director for Dow. "By investing in new applications, Dow is working to meet the increased demand for recycled material from its customers and make a meaningful impact on the supply chain, helping to close the loop on plastic waste. Dow is committed to accelerating a circular economy for plastics and our expanded partnership with Mura marks a significant step on this journey. As a long-term partner, we are excited about the potential of this process to recycle plastics and help solve the plastic waste challenge."
"This partnership continues to create momentum for Dow as we move towards feedstock flexibility and diversification, which is essential if we wish to advance a circular economy for plastics," said Diego Donoso, President of Packaging & Specialty Plastics for Dow. "And a fully circular business model for plastics will also enable decarbonization and support us on the road to net zero."
This marks an important milestone in the rapid scaling of Mura's revolutionary HydroPRS™ (Hydrothermal Plastic Recycling Solution) advanced recycling process, which can be used to recycle all forms of plastic, including flexible and multi-layer plastics, which have previously been deemed 'unrecyclable'. Once deployed at scale, it has the capability to prevent millions of tons of plastic and carbon dioxide from entering the environment every year and create the ingredients for a sustainable, circular plastics economy ─ a mission which Dow is jointly committed to and supporting with materials science expertise.
"The global plastics issue is one of the most pressing environmental issues to date – there is simply no time to waste," said Dr. Steve Mahon, CEO of Mura Technology. "Mura's technology is designed to champion a global circular plastics economy, and our partnership with Dow is a key enabler to bringing HydroPRSTM to every corner of the globe. This next step in our partnership and the resources provided by Dow will allow us to finance and dramatically increase recycling capacity and enable circular plastics to enter global supply chains at scale."
The world's first plant using Mura's HydroPRS™ process, located in Teesside, U.K., is expected to be operational in 2023 with a 20 KT per year production line set to supply Dow with a 100% recycled feedstock. The extended partnership is set to considerably increase this supply, playing a significant role in Dow and Mura's planned global rollout of as much as 600 KT of advanced recycling capacity by 2030.
Dow's extensive global reach will enable the scale-up of Mura's technology through multiple projects in the U.S. and Europe. These plans include potential co-location opportunities, which will provide significant integration benefits for Mura's plants.
Complementary to the progress in advanced recycling are Dow's other projects in mechanical recycling and the waste ecosystem announced today.
- An investment to build the single largest single hybrid recycling site in France, managed by Valoregen, that will secure a source of post-consumer resins (PCR) for Dow.
- A Letter of Intent with Nexus Circular to create a circular ecosystem in Dallas, Texas, for previously non-recycled plastic building on its previous Hefty® EnergyBag® collaboration with Nexus and Reynolds Consumer Products.
Hydrothermal technology offers the scale to solve the plastic issue
Mura's unique hydrothermal recycling process, HydroPRS™, breaks down plastics using water in the form of supercritical steam (water at elevated pressure and temperature). The steam acts like molecular scissors, cutting longer-chain hydrocarbon bonds in plastics to produce the valuable chemicals and oils from which the plastic was originally made – in as little as 25 minutes.
These oils – equivalent to the original fossil products – are then used to produce new, virgin-grade plastic with no limit to the number of times the same material can be processed, creating a true circular economy for plastic waste. Importantly, the products may be suitable for use in food-contact packaging, unlike conventional recycling processes.
Mura's innovative process can recycle all forms of plastic waste including those considered 'unrecyclable', such as films, pots, tubs and trays, that can currently only be incinerated or sent to landfill. The process is designed to work alongside conventional recycling and wider initiatives to reduce and reuse plastic such as mechanical recycling (where plastic waste is shredded and re-formed into different plastic products) which remains crucial to Dow's recycling strategy.
Using supercritical steam means the technology is also inherently scalable. Unlike other methods, which heat waste from the outside, the steam imparts energy from the inside, providing an efficient conversion of plastic waste; a process which can be maintained regardless of scale.
Dow joins other major global players such as KBR Inc., the U.S. multinational engineering services company, Wood, the global consulting and engineering company, and others, as partners to accelerate the deployment of Mura's technology worldwide. The technology is also backed by environmental group, Ocean Generation, which is campaigning to tackle the plastic waste issue.
- See explanatory video on the HydroPRS™ Process here.
- See here for videos on Dow's drive for a circular economy for plastics.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership to achieve profitable growth and deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates 104 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $55 billion in 2021. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.
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About Mura Technology
Mura Technology's mission is to eliminate global plastic pollution and create sustainable societies.
We are pioneering a globally scalable technology to prevent millions of tonnes of plastic and CO2 from entering our natural environment every year and turning an $80bn lost resource of plastic waste into a valuable global commodity. Our technology can recycle all plastic waste, and produces the ingredients for brand new products, reducing the need for new and fossil-fuel derived plastics.
We are partnering with the biggest global brands to scale worldwide and feed a sustainable plastics economy in the next decade. Our plan is to have capacity for 1,000,000 tonnes of plastic recycling in operation or development by 2025.
The company is based in London, UK. Visit http://www.muratechnology.com/
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CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who had started laying the groundwork for an Australian republic after elections in May, said Sunday that now was the time not for a change but for paying tribute to the life of Queen Elizabeth II.
Many regarded Australians’ respect and affection for the late monarch as the biggest obstacle to the country becoming a republic with its own head of state.
Albanese, who describes himself as the first candidate with a “non-Anglo Celtic name” to run for prime minister in the 121 years that the office has existed, had created a new position of Assistant Minister for the Republic and appointed Matt Thistlethwaite to the role in June. Thistlethwaite had said there would be no change in the queen’s lifetime.
“Now is not a time to talk about our system of government,” Albanese told Australian Broadcasting Corp. on Sunday. “Now is the time for us to pay tribute to the life of Queen Elizabeth, a life well lived, a life of dedication and loyalty including to the Australian people and for us to honor and grieve.”
Albanese has said previously that a republic referendum is not a priority of his first three-year term in government.
During her long reign, the queen connected to Australia in ways that no monarch before her had done.
In 1954, she became the only reigning British monarch to visit Australia. Such was her star power, an estimated 70% of Australia’s population turned out to see her during a punishing two-month itinerary that took her and her husband Prince Philip to 57 towns and cities spread across vast distances. She visited 16 times, the final time in 2011 when she was 85.
Her face is the only monarch to appear on Australian money since decimal currency was introduced in 1966, when Australian dollars and cents replaced British-style pounds, shillings and pence.
Her eldest son, King Charles III, was officially proclaimed Australia’s head of state Sunday by the monarch’s Australian representative, Governor-General David Hurley, at a protocol-heavy ceremony at Parliament House that ended with a 21-gun salute.
Albanese is already planning a referendum in the current term that would enshrine an Indigenous Voice to Parliament in Australia’s Constitution. While details have yet to be finalized, the voice would provide a mechanism that would allow Indigenous representatives to address Parliament about laws that effect their lives.
Opposition leader Peter Dutton, a monarchist, has similarly avoided questions about why Australia needs a king.
The Australian Republic Movement, an organization that campaigns for Australia to become a republic and is unaffiliated with any political party, was widely criticized over a political statement issued soon after news of the queen’s death.
The statement referred to the queen’s comments surrounding a 1999 referendum that voted to maintain the British monarch as Australia’s head of state.
“The queen backed the right of Australians to become a fully independent nation during the referendum … saying that she has ‘always made it clear that the future of the monarchy in Australia is an issue for the Australian people and them alone to decide, by democratic and constitutional means,’” the statement said.
That referendum largely failed because Australians were divided about what kind of president they wanted. The monarch is represented in Australia by a governor-general who in recent decades has always been an Australian citizen. The governor-general is appointed by the monarch on the prime minister’s advice.
The referendum recommended that the monarch and the monarch’s representative be replaced by a president chosen by at least two-thirds of lawmakers in Parliament. But many republicans wanted voters to elect the president as they do in the United States, so joined with monarchists in opposing the republic model then on offer.
The minor Greens party, which is influential in the Senate where no party holds a majority of seats, was also criticized for raising the republic within hours of the queen’s death.
“Now Australia must move forward. We need Treaty with First Nations people, and we need to become a Republic,” Greens leader Adam Bandt tweeted on Friday. Australia is rare among former British Empire countries in having no treaty with its Indigenous peoples.
Support for the republic movement surged in 1975, when Governor-General John Kerr used Queen Elizabeth II’s authority to dismiss Labor Prime Minister Gough Whitlam to end a constitutional crisis. There were suspicions that the British royal family had instructed Kerr to bring down a democratically elected Australian government.
Historian and Whitlam biographer Jenny Hocking fought a four-year legal battle to have correspondence between Kerr and Buckingham Palace released by the National Archive of Australia in 2020. Lower courts accepted that letters between the monarch and governor-general, two central figures in Australia’s Constitution, were personal and might never be made public.
But the High Court found in Hocking’s favor in a 6-1 majority ruling that allowed the letters to be released.
Kerr fired Whitlam to end a month-old Senate deadlock. Kerr appointed Opposition leader Malcolm Fraser caretaker prime minister on condition Fraser immediately called elections, which Labor lost.
While the queen was the monarch at the time, King Charles, then Prince Charles, had also influenced Kerr’s decision to fire Whitlam, Hocking said.
Charles had been discussing with Kerr the possibility of sacking Whitlam three months before Kerr became the only governor-general to bring down an Australian government.
“It’s clearly an influence on Kerr’s decision to dismiss the government — no doubt about that,” Hocking said. “It’s an appalling involvement. It doesn’t do anyone service to pretend that’s not the case. We need to acknowledge that.”
Albanese has said the 1975 crisis reinforced the need for an Australian head of state instead of a British monarch.
John Howard, a monarchist who was prime minister when Australians voted against severing their constitutional ties to their former colonial master, said those ties can survive the queen’s death.
“The strength of the monarchy in Australia was immeasurably increased by the personal popularity of the queen,” Howard said. “That’s not to say it won’t continue. It will continue in a different form.”
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Following Light Oil and Gas Condensate Discovery at The Kawa-1 Exploration Well, Frontera and JV Partner to Focus on Corentyne Block
The Wei-1 Exploration Well, Expected To Be Spud In 3Q'22
Frontera has in Principle Come to Mutual Agreement with the Government of Guyana to Relinquish Demerara Block
CALGARY, AB, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Frontera Energy Corporation (TSX: FEC) ("Frontera"), joint venture partner with CGX Energy Inc. (TSXV: OYL) in the Petroleum Prospecting License for the Corentyne block offshore Guyana, today announced that, following constructive discussions with the Government of Guyana, the joint venture will focus exclusively on the exploration opportunities in the Corentyne block. The decision follows the discovery at the Kawa-1 exploration well on the Corentyne block.
Frontera will continue to integrate its findings from the Kawa-1 well into preparations for its second exploration well, called Wei-1, in the third quarter of 2022. The Wei-1 exploration well will be located approximately 14 kilometres northwest of the Kawa-1 exploration well in the Corentyne block, approximately 200 kilometres offshore from Georgetown, Guyana. The Wei-1 exploration well will be drilled in water depth of approximately 1,912 feet (583 metres) to a targeted total depth of 20,500 (6,248 metres) and will target Maastrichtian, Campanian and Santonian aged stacked channels in a western channel complex in the northern section of the Corentyne block.
Given the importance of the Demerara block to Guyana, Frontera has, in principle, reached an agreement with the Government to allow for the relinquishment of the Demerara block through a mutual termination agreement which terms remain to be defined and documented. Such termination agreement would allow relinquishment of the Demerara block in a timely manner, allowing the people of Guyana to benefit from exploration activities under the stewardship of interested parties.
Orlando Cabrales, Chief Executive Officer of Frontera, commented:
"The results from the Kawa-1 well have been a significant factor in developing a defined opportunity set for the joint venture partners. It was important to us, as partners to the Government of Guyana, to positively resolve our desire to focus on Corentyne and not allow the Demerara block to be delayed in terms of assessing its potential. As a result, we have, in principle, a mutual agreement to relinquish the Demerara block and allow for interested parties to make advances in that area. We would like to express our appreciation to Guyana for this constructive outcome that benefits all parties."
Frontera is a Canadian public company involved in the exploration, development, production, transportation, storage and sale of oil and natural gas in South America, including related investments in both upstream and midstream facilities. The Company has a diversified portfolio of assets with interests in 33 exploration and production blocks in Colombia, Ecuador and Guyana, and pipeline and port facilities in Colombia. Frontera is committed to conducting business safely and in a socially, environmentally and ethically responsible manner.
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This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information relates to activities, events or developments that Frontera believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future. Forward-looking information includes, without limitation, the Frontera's exploration and development plans and objectives, and exploration plans for Wei-1 in the third quarter of 2022. All information other than historical fact is forward-looking information.
Forward-looking information reflects the current expectations, assumptions and beliefs of Frontera based on information currently available to it and considers the experience of Frontera and its perception of historical trends. Although Frontera believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking information are reasonable, forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and accordingly undue reliance should not be placed on such information. Forward-looking information is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, some that are similar to other oil and gas companies and some that are unique to Frontera, including CGX's ability to obtain additional financing to meet the costs of its drilling program and whether or not a mutual termination agreement will be entered into. The actual results of Frontera may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information, and even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on Frontera. The annual information form of Frontera for the year ended December 31, 2021, Frontera's management's discussion and analysis for the year ended December 31, 2021, and quarter ended March 31, 2022, and other documents Frontera files from time to time with securities regulatory authorities describe the risks, uncertainties, material assumptions and other factors that could influence actual results and such factors are incorporated herein by reference. Copies of these documents are available without charge by referring to Frontera's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. All forward-looking information speaks only as of the date on which it is made and, except as may be required by applicable securities laws, Frontera disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise.
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(NEXSTAR) — Footage of a $1.95-million property in Toronto, Ontario, has become a source of amusement for TikTok viewers across the globe, thanks largely to its super-skinny design and the unusual placement of its toilet.
The three-story house, located in Toronto’s Little Portugal neighborhood, has been on the market for only 13 days, according to real estate agent Keven Trudel of Real Estate Bay Realty in Ontario. But in that time, the listing has managed to leave quite the impression on TikTok.
“WHY IS THERE A TOILET IN THE BEDROOM?!” asked one user, understandably, after viewing a virtual tour of the property on TikTok.
Indeed, there is a toilet in the bedroom. But that’s not all: There’s also a shower in the other corner of the room, and a sink in the hallway.
“Who the hell made that design choice[?]” a viewer asked.
“I came here to know why there is a toilet just feet from the bed,” another TikTok user wrote. “Is this prison?”
Trudel, meanwhile, told Nexstar there’s a very simple explanation for the toilet, albeit one that probably raises more questions than it answers: The homeowner built the property for himself, and never got around to cordoning off the bathroom.
“Yes, the toilet in the bedroom is … the most [talked-about] topic of this house,” said Trudel. “The original plan was to separate the toilet with a wall. For such reason, the seller decided to leave it open since he lives alone and [hadn’t] built this property for resale at the time.
“That being said, the seller is open to build a wall if the new purchaser wants it,” Trudel added.
But that’s not the only issue viewers have with the property. The house, which actually comprises three units, was built on a lot measuring only 12.5-feet wide, making it quite skinny, for lack of a better word.
“I’ve always dreamed of living in a very narrow hallway,” one viewer remarked, while another joked that the house is in “2D.”
Trudel is well aware of their concerns.
“This house is not suitable for most people but does have a very unique look and investment opportunity that some people appreciate and would like in their real-estate portfolio,” Trudel said.
In fact, Trudel isn’t upset by any of the attention — negative or positive — that the listing is generating. After all, it was he who commissioned the TikTok influencer who ultimately shared the online tour, as his goal was to “get this listing viral.”
“As long as the most people possible see it, [that’s] key,” Trudel said.
As of Wednesday, Trudel claimed he had spoken to buyers across the globe, three of whom are “highly interested.”
“The exterior size of the house does not reflect … the feeling you have once you are inside,” Trudel claimed. “The second and third floors have lots of floor-to-ceiling windows, and [prospective buyers] viewing the property all agreed how comfortable it actually feels once you are inside — especially the main living room and the large kitchen areas.”
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Company delivers double-digit revenue growth and strong profitability for fiscal year 2022
TEMPE, Ariz., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today released results for its fiscal year 2022 fourth quarter and full year, which ended April 1, 2022.
FY22 Financial Highlights and Commentary YoY
FY22 GAAP revenue was $2,796 million, up 10% in USD. FY22 GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations was $1.41, up 22%. FY22 GAAP operating margin was 36.0%, up 90 basis points. FY22 operating cash flow was $974 million, up 38%.
FY22 Non-GAAP YoY
- Revenue of $2.8 billion, up 10% in USD and CC
- Diluted EPS of $1.75, up 22%
- Bookings of $2.9 billion, up 8% in USD and CC
- Operating margin was 52.7%, up 300 bps
- Direct customer count of 23.5 million, up 0.6 million
- Free cash flow of $968 million, up 38%
Q4 Financial Highlights and Commentary YoY
Q4 GAAP revenue was $716 million, up 7% in USD. Q4 GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.20, down 43%.
Q4 Non-GAAP YoY
- Revenue of $717 million, up 6% in USD and 8% in CC
- Diluted EPS of $0.46, up 15%
- Bookings of $793 million, up 4% in USD and 6% in CC
"Fiscal 2022 validated our long-term strategy and showed good progress in our transformation journey with accelerated pace of product innovation, global expansion, and a relentless focus on customer experience," said Vincent Pilette, CEO of NortonLifeLock. "We are further increasing the value we deliver to our customers by making comprehensive Cyber Safety available to everyone and utilizing our operational levers to deliver shareholder value despite the macroeconomic challenges."
"Q4 marked our tenth consecutive quarter of top-line growth," said Natalie Derse, CFO of NortonLifeLock. "We intend to carry this momentum forward as we drive towards our long-term business objectives, leveraging our multiple growth levers and continued operational discipline."
Fiscal 2023 Q1 Guidance
- Non-GAAP Revenue is expected to be in the range of $705 to $715 million, translating to approximately 5 to 7% growth YoY in constant currency, with 3 points of FX headwind.
- Non-GAAP EPS is expected to be in the range of $0.42 to $0.44, including $0.03 FX headwind YoY and $0.02 incremental dilution impact from new accounting guidance on convertible debt.
NortonLifeLock and Avast Merger
As previously announced, the merger is in a Phase 2 review with the U.K. Competition and Markets Authority ("CMA") and anticipated to close in mid-to-late 2022. The Company continues to constructively engage with the CMA and their review. The timeline may be subject to change.
Quarterly Cash Dividend
NortonLifeLock's Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per common share to be paid on June 22, 2022, to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 8, 2022.
Q4 Earnings Conference Call
Fiscal 2022 Q4 Earnings Call
May 5, 2022
2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET
Webcast & Dial-In: Investor.NortonLifeLock.com (replay will be posted after the call).
For additional details regarding NortonLifeLock's results and outlook, please see the Financials section of the Investor Relations website at Investor.NortonLifeLock.com.
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.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements which may be considered forward-looking within the meaning of the U.S. federal securities laws. In some cases, you can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of terms such as "expect," "will," "continue," or similar expressions, and variations or negatives of these words, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to: the statements under "Fiscal 2023 Q1 Guidance," including expectations relating to Q1 FY23 non-GAAP revenue and non-GAAP EPS; expectation as to satisfaction or waiver of any regulatory conditions and any risks associated therewith; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from results expressed or implied in this press release. Such risk factors include, but are not limited to, those related to: the current and future impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's business and industry; retention of executive leadership team members; difficulties in improving sales and product development during leadership transitions; difficulties in executing the operating model for the consumer cyber safety business; lower than anticipated returns from the Company's investments in direct customer acquisition; the impact of acquisitions and our ability to achieve expected synergies or attendant cost savings; difficulties and delays in reducing run rate expenses and monetizing underutilized assets; general business and economic conditions; matters arising out of our completed Audit Committee investigation and the ongoing U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission investigation; fluctuations and volatility in NortonLifeLock's stock price; the ability of NortonLifeLock to successfully execute strategic plans; the ability to maintain customer and partner relationships; the ability of NortonLifeLock to achieve its cost and operating efficiency goals; the anticipated growth of certain market segments; NortonLifeLock's sales and business strategy; fluctuations in tax rates and foreign currency exchange rates; the potential for corporate tax increases under the Biden Administration; the timing and market acceptance of new product releases and upgrades; and the successful development of new products and the degree to which these products gain market acceptance. Additional information concerning these and other risk factors is contained in the Risk Factors sections of NortonLifeLock's most recent reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q. NortonLifeLock assumes no obligation, and does not intend, to update these forward-looking statements as a result of future events or developments.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information
We use non-GAAP measures of operating margin, net income and earnings per share, which are adjusted from results based on GAAP and exclude certain expenses, gains and losses. We also provide the non-GAAP metrics of revenues, constant currency revenues, and free cash flow, which is defined as cash flows from operating activities, less purchases of property and equipment. These non-GAAP financial measures are provided to enhance the user's understanding of our past financial performance and our prospects for the future. Our management team uses these non-GAAP financial measures in assessing NortonLifeLock's performance, as well as in planning and forecasting future periods. These non-GAAP financial measures are not computed according to GAAP and the methods we use to compute them may differ from the methods used by other companies. Non-GAAP financial measures are supplemental, should not be considered a substitute for financial information presented in accordance with GAAP and should be read only in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP. Readers are encouraged to review the reconciliation of our non-GAAP financial measures to the comparable GAAP results, which is attached to our quarterly earnings release, and which can be found, along with other financial information including the Earnings Presentation, on the investor relations page of our website at Investor.NortonLifeLock.com. No reconciliation of the forecasted range for non-GAAP EPS guidance is included in this release because most non-GAAP adjustments pertain to events that have not yet occurred. It would be unreasonably burdensome to forecast, therefore we are unable to provide an accurate estimate.
UK Takeover Code: Profit Forecast
UK Takeover Code
On August 10, 2021, the boards of NortonLifeLock Inc. ("NortonLifeLock") and Avast plc ("Avast") announced that they had reached agreement on the terms of a recommended merger of Avast with NortonLifeLock, in the form of a recommended offer by Nitro Bidco Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NortonLifeLock, for the entire issued and to be issued share capital of Avast (the "Merger"). The Merger is governed by the UK's City Code on Takeovers and Mergers (the "UK Takeover Code"). In accordance with the rules of the UK Takeover Code, NortonLifeLock is required to publish certain confirmations in connection with the information set out in this press release. These confirmations are set out below.
NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast
The following statement regarding NortonLifeLock's earnings per share ("EPS") in this press release (the "NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast") constitutes an ordinary course profit forecast for the purposes of Rule 28 1(a) and Note 2(b) on Rule 28.1 of the UK Takeover Code:
- Non-GAAP EPS is expected to be in the range of $0.42 to $0.44, including $0.03 FX headwind YoY and $0.02 incremental dilution impact from new accounting guidance on convertible debt.
References to "GAAP" in the NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast are to U.S. GAAP, being the accounting policies applied in the preparation of NortonLifeLock's annual results for the year ended April 1, 2022.
Basis of Preparation
The NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast has been prepared on a basis consistent with NortonLifeLock's accounting policies, as summarized in the paragraph entitled "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information" above. The NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast excludes any transaction costs attributable to the Merger or any other associated accounting impacts as a direct result of the Merger.
Assumptions
The NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast is based on the assumptions listed below.
Factors outside the influence or control of the NortonLifeLock Directors:
- There will be no material changes to existing prevailing macroeconomic or political conditions in the markets and regions in which NortonLifeLock operates.
- There will be no material changes to the conditions of the markets and regions in which NortonLifeLock operates or in relation to customer demand or the behavior of competitors in those markets and regions.
- The interest, inflation and tax rates in the markets and regions in which NortonLifeLock operates will remain materially unchanged from the prevailing rates.
- There will be no material adverse events that will have a significant impact on NortonLifeLock's financial performance.
- There will be no material adverse events that will have a significant impact on the timing and market acceptance of new product releases and upgrades by NortonLifeLock.
- There will be no business disruptions that materially affect NortonLifeLock or its key customers, including natural disasters, acts of terrorism, cyber-attack and/or technological issues or supply chain disruptions.
- There will be no material changes to foreign exchange rates that will have a significant impact on NortonLifeLock's revenue or cost base.
- There will be no material changes in legislation or regulatory requirements impacting NortonLifeLock's operations or its accounting policies.
- There will be no new material litigation and no unfavorable resolutions of existing material litigation in relation to any of NortonLifeLock's operations.
- The announcement of the Merger will not have any material impact on NortonLifeLock's ability to negotiate new business.
Factors within the influence and control of the NortonLifeLock Directors:
- There will be no material change to the present executive management of NortonLifeLock.
- There will be no material change in the operational strategy of NortonLifeLock.
- There will be no material adverse change in NortonLifeLock's ability to maintain customer and partner relationships.
- There will be no material acquisitions or disposals.
- There will be no material strategic investments over and above those currently planned.
- There will be no material change in the dividend or capital policies of NortonLifeLock.
- There will be no unexpected technical or network issues with products or processes.
NortonLifeLock Directors' Confirmation
With the consent of Avast, the Panel on Takeovers and Mergers has granted a dispensation from the UK Takeover Code requirement for NortonLifeLock's reporting accountants and financial advisers to prepare reports in respect of the NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast.
The NortonLifeLock Directors have considered the NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast and confirm that it has been properly compiled on the basis of the assumptions set out in this press release and that the basis of the accounting used is consistent with NortonLifeLock's accounting policies.
No profit forecasts or estimates
The NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast is a profit forecast for the purposes of Rule 28 of the UK Takeover Code.
Other than in respect of the NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast, no statement in this press release is intended as, or is to be construed as, a profit forecast or estimate for any period and no statement in this press release should be interpreted to mean that earnings or earnings per ordinary share for the current or future financial years would necessarily match or exceed the historical published earnings or earnings per ordinary share.
For the purposes of Rule 28 of the UK Takeover Code, the NortonLifeLock Profit Forecast contained in this press release is the responsibility of NortonLifeLock and the NortonLifeLock Directors.
Publication on website
A copy of this press release will be made available on NortonLifeLock's website (at https://investor.nortonlifelock.com/) by no later than 12 noon London time on the business day following the date of this press release. Neither the contents of that website nor the content of any other website accessible from hyperlinks on such website is incorporated into, or forms part of, this press release.
NORTONLIFELOCK INC.
Appendix A
Explanation of Non-GAAP Measures and Other Items
Objective of non-GAAP measures: We believe our presentation of non-GAAP financial measures, when taken together with corresponding GAAP financial measures, provides meaningful supplemental information regarding the Company's operating performance for the reasons discussed below. Our management team uses these non-GAAP financial measures in assessing NortonLifeLock's performance, as well as in planning and forecasting future periods. Due to the importance of these measures in managing the business, we use non-GAAP measures in the evaluation of management's compensation. These non-GAAP financial measures are not computed according to GAAP and the methods we use to compute them may differ from the methods used by other companies. Non-GAAP financial measures are supplemental and should not be considered a substitute for financial information presented in accordance with GAAP and should be read only in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Contract liabilities adjustment: Our non-GAAP net revenues eliminate the impact of contract liabilities purchase accounting adjustments. Prior to our adoption of ASU 2021-08 in fiscal 2022, GAAP required an adjustment to the liability for acquired contract liabilities such that the liability approximates how much we, the acquirer, would have to pay a third party to assume the liability. We believe that eliminating the impact of this adjustment improves the comparability of revenues between periods. Also, although the adjustment amounts will never be recognized in our GAAP financial statements, we do not expect the acquisitions to affect the future renewal rates of revenues excluded by the adjustments. In addition, our management uses non-GAAP net revenues, adjusted for the impact of purchase accounting adjustments to assess our operating performance and overall revenue trends. Nevertheless, non-GAAP net revenues has limitations as an analytical tool and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP net revenues. We believe these adjustments are useful to investors as an additional means to reflect revenue trends of our business. However, other companies in our industry may not calculate these measures in the same manner which may limit their usefulness for comparative purposes. Our acquisition of Avira was the last acquisition pre-adoption of the new literature.
Stock-based compensation: This consists of expenses for employee restricted stock units, performance-based awards, bonus share programs, stock options and our employee stock purchase plan, determined in accordance with GAAP. We evaluate our performance both with and without these measures because stock-based compensation is a non-cash expense and can vary significantly over time based on the timing, size, nature and design of the awards granted, and is influenced in part by certain factors that are generally beyond our control, such as the volatility of the market value of our common stock. In addition, for comparability purposes, we believe it is useful to provide a non-GAAP financial measure that excludes stock-based compensation to facilitate the comparison of our results to those of other companies in our industry.
Amortization of intangible assets: Amortization of intangible assets consists of amortization of acquisition-related intangibles assets such as developed technology, customer relationships and trade names acquired in connection with business combinations. We record charges relating to the amortization of these intangibles within both cost of revenues and operating expenses in our GAAP financial statements. Under purchase accounting, we are required to allocate a portion of the purchase price to intangible assets acquired and amortize this amount over the estimated useful lives of the acquired intangible assets. However, the purchase price allocated to these assets is not necessarily reflective of the cost we would incur to internally develop the intangible asset. Further, amortization charges for our acquired intangible assets are inconsistent in size and are significantly impacted by the timing and valuation of our acquisitions. We eliminate these charges from our non-GAAP operating results to facilitate an evaluation of our current operating performance and provide better comparability to our past operating performance.
Restructuring and other costs: Restructuring charges are costs associated with a formal restructuring plan and are primarily related to employee severance and benefit arrangements, contract termination costs, and assets write-offs, as well as other exit and disposal costs. Included in other exit and disposal costs are advisory fees incurred in connection with restructuring events and facilities exit costs. Separation costs primarily consist of consulting costs incurred in connection with the divestiture of our Enterprise Security business (the Broadcom sale). We exclude restructuring and other costs from our non-GAAP results as we believe that these costs are incremental to core activities that arise in the ordinary course of our business and do not reflect our current operating performance, and that excluding these charges facilitates a more meaningful evaluation of our current operating performance and comparisons to our past operating performance.
Acquisition-related costs: These represent the transaction and business integration costs related to significant acquisitions that are charged to operating expense in our GAAP financial statements. These costs include incremental expenses incurred to affect these business combinations such as advisory, legal, accounting, valuation, and other professional or consulting fees. We exclude these costs from our non-GAAP results as they have no direct correlation to the operation of our business, and because we believe that the non-GAAP financial measures excluding these costs provide meaningful supplemental information regarding the spending trends of our business. In addition, these costs vary, depending on the size and complexity of the acquisitions, and are not indicative of costs of future acquisitions.
Litigation settlement: We may periodically incur charges or benefits related to litigation settlements. We exclude these charges and benefits when associated with a significant settlement because we do not believe they are reflective of ongoing business and operating results.
Non-cash interest expense and amortization of debt issuance costs: In accordance with GAAP, we separately account for the value of the conversion feature on our convertible notes as a debt discount that reflects our assumed non-convertible debt borrowing rates. We amortize the discount and debt issuance costs over the term of the related debt. We exclude the difference between the imputed interest expense, which includes the amortization of the conversion feature and of the issuance costs, and the coupon interest payments because we believe that excluding these costs provides meaningful supplemental information regarding the cash cost of our convertible debt and enhance investors' ability to view the Company's results from management's perspective.
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt: We record gains or losses on extinguishment of debt. Gains or losses represent the difference between the fair value of the exchange consideration and the carrying value of the liability component of the debt at the date of extinguishment. We exclude the gain or loss on debt extinguishment in our non-GAAP results because they are not reflective of our ongoing business.
Gain (loss) on equity investments: We record gains or losses, unrealized and realized, on equity investments in privately-held companies. We exclude the net gains or losses because we do not believe they are reflective of our ongoing business.
Gain (loss) on sale of property: We periodically recognize gains or losses from the disposition of land and buildings. We exclude such gains or losses because they are not reflective of our ongoing business and operating results.
Income tax effects and adjustments: We use a non-GAAP tax rate that excludes (1) the discrete impacts of changes in tax legislation, (2) most other significant discrete items, (3) unrealized gains or losses from remeasurement of a foreign currency denominated deferred tax asset with no cash tax impact and (4) the income tax effects of the non-GAAP adjustment to our operating results described above. We believe making these adjustments facilitates a better evaluation of our current operating performance and comparisons to past operating results. Our tax rate is subject to change for a variety of reasons, such as significant changes in the geographic earnings mix due to acquisition and divestiture activities or fundamental tax law changes in major jurisdictions where we operate.
Discontinued operations: On November 4, 2019, we completed the Broadcom sale. Certain costs associated with this divestiture are presented as discontinued operations in our statements of operations and thus have been excluded from non-GAAP net income for all reported periods.
Diluted GAAP and non-GAAP weighted-average shares outstanding: Diluted GAAP and non-GAAP weighted-average shares outstanding are the same, except in periods that there is a GAAP loss from continuing operations. In accordance with GAAP, we do not present dilution for GAAP in periods in which there is a loss from continuing operations. However, if there is non-GAAP net income, we present dilution for non-GAAP weighted-average shares outstanding in an amount equal to the dilution that would have been presented had there been GAAP income from continuing operations for the period.
Bookings: Bookings are defined as customer orders received that are expected to generate net revenues in the future. We present the operational metric of bookings because it reflects customers' demand for our products and services and to assist readers in analyzing our performance in future periods.
Free cash flow: Free cash flow is defined as cash flows from operating activities less purchases of property and equipment. Free cash flow is not a measure of financial condition under GAAP and does not reflect our future contractual commitments and the total increase or decrease of our cash balance for a given period, and thus should not be considered as an alternative to cash flows from operating activities or as a measure of liquidity.
Non-GAAP constant currency adjusted revenues: Non-GAAP constant currency adjusted revenues are defined as revenues adjusted for the fair value of acquired contract liabilities and foreign exchange impact, calculated by translating current period revenue using the year ago currency conversion rate.
Revenues (Non-GAAP): Revenues (Non-GAAP) excludes the quarterly Avira deferred revenue haircut amortization recognized during the quarter. We are presenting revenues (Non-GAAP) to provide readers with a better understanding of the impact from the Avira deferred revenue haircut on our historical results and to assist readers in analyzing results in future periods.
Direct customer count: Direct customers are defined as active paid users of our consumer solutions who have a direct billing relationship with us at the end of the reported period. We exclude users on free trials and users who have indirectly purchased our product or services through partners unless such users convert or renew their subscription directly with us, or sign up for a paid membership through our web store. Average direct customer count presents the average of the total number of direct customers at the beginning and end of the fiscal quarter. Full year average direct customer count is calculated as an average across the quarters.
Direct average revenues per user (ARPU): ARPU is calculated as estimated direct customer revenues for the period divided by the average direct customer count for the same period, expressed as a monthly figure. We monitor ARPU because it helps us understand the rate at which we are monetizing our consumer customer base.
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COLUMBIA, Mo., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Premier express car wash brands Club Car Wash and Rapid Express Car Wash have announced a strategic partnership between the two companies. As part of the partnership, all Rapid Express Car Wash locations will be rebranded as Club Car Wash. Located in Central and South Texas, Rapid Express Car Wash currently operates 17 express sites with 11 under the construction process and an additional 25 in development. Club Car Wash operates 67 locations across the Midwest with an additional 40 locations currently in development.
This collaboration with Rapid Express Car Wash brings Club Car Wash's express car wash portfolio to 82 operating locations with plans to reach nearly 140 locations by the end of 2022.
"Rapid Express has great locations and a terrific team and we couldn't be more excited to add them to the Club Car Wash family," said Rollie Bartels, CEO of Club Car Wash.
Under the partnership, there will be no interruption to Rapid Express Car Wash customers and their Unlimited Club members. Club Car Wash will transition all operating Rapid Express Car Wash locations to Club Car Wash branding by the end of September 2022.
"Club Car Wash has a well-established reputation in the car wash industry and an impressive operating platform. The Rapid Express Car Wash team and I are very excited to join forces with them to bring the first Club Car Wash location to Texas," said Ahmed Jafferally, CEO of Rapid Express Car Wash.
Club Car Wash currently has 67 operating locations throughout the Central United States operating in Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and Oklahoma.
Club Car Wash offers a full menu of wash options for a variety of customers. These offering includes a range of individual washes and monthly memberships allowing customers quality, convenience, and cost savings. All membership options include the use of free microfiber towels and high-quality vacuums.
About Club Car Wash:
Founded as Tiger Express Car Wash in 2006, the company rebranded to Club Car Wash in 2019. Currently operating more than 67 locations in Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas. Club Car Wash is one of the largest and fastest growing express car wash companies in the Central United States. Club Car Wash has plans to scale rapidly into Wisconsin, Colorado, Arkansas, Kentucky, and Tennessee through acquisitions and new developments.
To learn more about Club Car Wash, please visit: http://www.clubcarwash.com/.
Contact:
Kendell Palmquist
Club Car Wash
kendell@clubcarwash.com
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| 2022-06-14T11:44:03Z
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Genesis Figueroa and her husband spent more than a month traveling from Venezuela to the US border, an exhausting journey interrupted only briefly when she was hospitalized with pneumonia in Guatemala.
Less than a week since finding shelter in Eagle Pass, Texas, after crossing the Rio Grande, they embarked on another trip Thursday morning: this time to Washington DC, on a bus.
They're among the thousands of migrants sent by bus from the Lone Star state to DC and New York this year at the direction of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in an effort to highlight his criticism of the Biden administration's immigration policies.
"Before we began busing migrants to New York, it was just Texas and Arizona that bore the brunt of all the chaos and problems that come with it," the governor said in a statement this week. "Now, the rest of America can understand exactly what is going on."
Abbott said Friday the state had sent more than 7,000 migrants by bus to Washington since April and more than 900 migrants to New York City since August 5.
Many, like Figueroa, are happy to leave Texas. The buses stop at several cities along the way to the Northeast, allowing migrants to disembark to reunite with friends and family in other locations. In Washington DC, Figueroa and her husband will meet with their friends.
But officials in New York have pointed to the conditions of the trip, saying migrants arriving in those buses are hungry, thirsty and "often sick."
"We've been on the road for so long, we don't mind two or three more days," Figueroa, 28, told CNN in Spanish.
Neither do Cousins Luis Pulido and Aynner Garrido, who spent six weeks traveling from Venezuela to Texas. Pulido's younger brother did not make it to the US with them. He disappeared when the group was swimming across the Rio Grande. Shelter officials in Texas told Pulido they found his brother's body; he had drowned.
But the cousins have made it this far and are determined to continue with their plans. They will board the bus to DC and will get off before their destination, in Kentucky, where their relatives will be waiting to pick them up.
"They want to go on the buses," said Valeria Wheeler, the executive director of Mission: Border Hope, a non-profit organization which serves the border community in Eagle Pass. "No one has been forced."
The groups are going in part because they want to, Wheeler added, and in part because it is a free ride to New York or Washington.
The cities on the receiving end have struggled to accommodate the surge in migrants and their needs. New York City officials said last week intake centers were already overwhelmed, and although they planned to open more emergency housing this month, they faced problems stemming from a lack of coordination from the state of Texas.
"They've essentially weaponized this situation," Manuel Castro, commissioner of the mayor's immigrant affairs office, said in a recent city council hearing. "We've learned that the bus company that they've been working with has a nondisclosure agreement that does not allow them to communicate with the city of New York." Abbott's office did not answer CNN's prior questions concerning nondisclosure agreements for bus companies.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has also accused Abbott of forcing migrants onto the buses, which the governor has denied.
Last week, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser renewed a request for the National Guard to assist with the ongoing arrival of migrants, after a prior request was declined. Her office has said the city has reached a "tipping point."
The mayor's office had also requested to convert a "suitable federal location" in the area into a processing center for the migrants, saying a regional welcome center in Maryland was at capacity, CNN previously reported.
Back in Eagle Pass, more than 40 people, including men, women and children, boarded the bus headed for DC Thursday morning along with cousins Pulido and Garrido, and Figueroa and her husband.
When she gets there, Figueroa told CNN she hopes to be able to find work cooking, cleaning or in an office, to be able to support her family back home.
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NEWARK, Calif., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultima Genomics, Inc. today unveiled a broad collaboration with NVIDIA that leverages AI-accelerated analysis across multiple stages of the DNA sequencing and analysis process. The collaboration includes the use of NVIDIA GPUs for deep learning in photometry and base calling and will soon include acceleration of variant calling.
Over the last five years, Ultima Genomics has developed a fundamentally new sequencing architecture designed to scale beyond conventional approaches, including completely different flow cell engineering, sequencing chemistry, and machine learning. Ultima is currently in an early access program for the UG 100™, its first high-throughput next-generation sequencing (NGS) instrument that is using this new technology, which enables customers to generate high-quality sequencing data at a cost of $1/Gb.
Genomics Meets AI
The Ultima instrument utilizes NVIDIA A30 GPUs with the NVIDIA Clara AI computing platform to offer highly accurate and accelerated primary and secondary analysis for customers who want to run genomic analyses at scale. Ultima has separately announced partnerships to develop Ultima-specific germline variant calling pipelines for Google's DeepVariant. These custom models can be run within NVIDIA Clara Parabricks, which accelerates these and other applications for secondary analysis.
"Ultima's mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information," said Gilad Almogy, CEO of Ultima Genomics. "Our unique architecture scales by combining multiple technologies, so we are excited to work with NVIDIA, leveraging their platforms for GPUs and AI acceleration, to power high-quality sequencing and accelerate the computing to lower total cost of ownership for customers."
"NVIDIA solutions are designed to accelerate high-volume data processing, and our collaboration with Ultima demonstrates this at multiple levels," said George Vacek, Global Director of Genomics Alliances at NVIDIA. "NVIDIA GPUs provide a high degree of onboard computational power within the UG 100, and data analysis can be accelerated downstream via Clara Parabricks, enabling large-scale data initiatives via analysis that is both higher throughput and lower cost."
NVIDIA Clara Parabricks computational pipelines employ NVIDIA's CUDA, HPC, AI and data analytics stacks to deliver GPU-accelerated libraries, pipelines, and reference application workflows for primary, secondary, and tertiary analysis. Off-the-shelf solutions are coupled with a toolkit to support new application development to address the rapidly evolving needs of high-throughput genomic labs.
About Ultima Genomics
Ultima Genomics is unleashing the power of genomics at scale. The Company's mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. With humanity on the cusp of a biological revolution, there is a virtually endless need for more genomic information to address biology's complexity and dynamic change—and a further need to challenge conventional next-generation sequencing technologies. Ultima's revolutionary new sequencing architecture drives down the costs of sequencing to help overcome the tradeoffs that scientists and clinicians are forced to make between the breadth, depth, and frequency with which they use genomic information. The new sequencing architecture was designed to scale far beyond conventional sequencing technologies, lower the cost of genomic information and catalyze the next phase of genomics in the 21st century. To learn more, visit www.ultimagenomics.com.
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TORONTO (AP) — Scott Dixon had been waiting more than a year to join Mario Andretti in second place on IndyCar’s career wins list.
The only one ahead of him now is A.J. Foyt.
The six-time series champion finally snapped a 22-race winless streak Sunday when he held off pole sitter Colton Herta and Felix Rosenqvist on a late restart to win in the series’ return to Canada following a three-year hiatus.
Dixon’s 52nd career win came more than 21 years after his first triumph in Pennsylvania — the only one of his career that did not come with Chip Ganassi Racing — and puts him some rarified air. The next victory moves Dixon past Andretti and continues the climb toward Foyt, who holds a record that may never be broken with 67 career wins.
“It’s amazing. Honestly, to be close to Mario — every time I’m asked these questions, I’m so thankful we still have A.J. and him in the pits,” Dixon said. “It’s just fantastic. It’s huge, man. I feel so lucky to be part of this group.”
Herta, who tested for McLaren in Formula 1 earlier in the week, finished second for Andretti Autosport. Rosenqvist was third, Graham Rahal fourth and Marcus Ericsson finished fifth to further pad his points lead.
“It was a very good day for us,” Ericsson said. “We had a good plan, a good strategy. The crew did a great job.”
Just not as good as his Ganassi teammate.
Dixon qualified second and spent the day running up front, despite creative fuel and tire strategies as teams jockeyed for track position early in the race. And the New Zealander, who turns 42 on Friday, was still out front when Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Kirkwood tangled to bring out the final caution and force a restart with 18 laps to go.
Dixon quickly opened a 2-second gap on Herta and never relinquished it, cruising to his fourth career win at Toronto. His first win anywhere since May 2021 at Texas also extended his record streak of at least one every year since 2004.
It also shoved Dixon into the thick of the points race; a seventh championship would match Foyt for the most in history.
“It was a tough drive, man. I don’t know,” Dixon said after exiting the car. “Ended a (winless) streak, which is fantastic. Just so happy for the team. It’s been a crazy year. I still feel extremely bad for the (Indy) 500. It feels so good.”
The win was a breath of fresh air for the Ganassi garage, too, which was thrown into turmoil this week over the contract status of reigning series champ Alex Palou. Ganassi issued a news release Tuesday that said it exercised its option on Palou for next season, only for Palou to refute it and rival team McLaren to announced he’d be driving for it.
Palou recovered from a wreck in practice to finish sixth on Sunday.
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“Felix was really fast and I’m glad we were able to keep him behind us,” Herta said, “but it looked like a few more laps he’d get us. We struggled a little with tire wear at the end but our car was amazing. One of those races I have to be proud of.”
FUTURE FRIENDS, CURRENT FOES
Rosenqvist tried to pass Alexander Rossi just past the midway point, diving low going through a corner and forcing the Andretti Autosport driver into the outer wall. It was a similarly aggressive move to what Rossi did in wrecking teammate Romain Grosjean at Mid-Ohio — though not in Rossi’s opinion.
“I wasn’t the one doing the overtaking last week. Not quite the same,” Rossi said, “but it’s a shame.”
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LONG TRIP, SHORT STAY
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| 2022-07-18T18:25:46Z
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SYDNEY, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FP Markets celebrates its 17th year anniversary and continues its award-winning streak by by receiving the "Best Trade Execution" award.
FP Markets has been awarded "Best Trade Execution" at the Ultimate Fintech Awards 2022 with the prestigious awards ceremony taking place on the final evening of the iFX EXPO International at Columbia Beach in Limassol.
Craig Allison, Head of Europe, Middle-East, and Africa, commented: "We are delighted to be recognised as the industry-leading fintech for trade execution and receiving this prestigious award is confirmation that our hard work and commitment to excellence are appreciated by our clients and recognised within the industry. The "Best Trade Execution" award recognizes and rewards the company that consistently offers their clients competitive pricing, fast execution, market-leading technology, and service excellence and at FP Markets we pride ourselves on these attributes and always providing our clients with the ultimate trading experience."
An Ultimate Fintech Award is an award of distinction to recognise fintechs in the B2B & B2C online trading space. With their years of experience in the fintech and finance space, Ultimate Fintech has set an exclusive industry benchmark for both brokers and B2B service providers to provide traders and businesses an industry benchmark of the best companies to trade and do business with.
FP Markets offers over 10,000 trading instruments offering traders access to CFDs across Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Bonds and Cryptocurrencies, making it one of the largest offerings in the industry and offers 8 platforms including MT4, MT5 & Iress. Over the past 16 years, FP Markets has learnt that the combination of consistently tight spreads and fast execution, coupled with cutting-edge platforms, a wide product range and first-rate customer support are the key ingredients that give serious traders the confidence to trade.
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| 2022-06-24T21:05:35Z
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To retain top creative talent in a culture craving stability over spirituality, companies need to commit to fixing the basics and enable every day flow
CANNES, France, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TBWA\Worldwide has today released a global study on the Future of Creative Work, revealing how creative talent feels about the state of the workplace, and what companies can do to make it better for employees.
Compared with the general employee benchmark, creative talent are significantly less likely to be satisfied with their work/life balance (55%, compared to a 64% global benchmark), and more likely to feel burned out or discouraged a lot of the time. In a culture where boundaries, mental health and stability are the most important values, the time has come for change.
Analyzing data from three different global sources—a proprietary TBWA global quantitative study which surveyed employees at creative companies as well as a general employee sample; syndicated resources such as Forrester and HBR, and by scraping content from employee review sites—the study seeks to uncover just how much the culture of creative work had changed since the workism-fueled 2010s.
"Creativity has the ability to move the world forward," said Ben Williams, TBWA's Global Chief Creative Experience officer, who co-led the study with Agathe Guerrier, the agency's Global Chief Strategy Officer. "But for agencies and creative companies to be leading this progress, our work cultures need to evolve, quickly."
Added Guerrier, "As an industry, we have a tendency to use creativity as an excuse, as if working in a creative field was reward enough to forego such mundane notions as annual reviews, career paths, functioning processes and fair pay. The findings of the research should act as a wake-up call. Our talent is asking us to respect their time and mental space, to provide financial stability, and to deliver a better daily experience of creative work."
The full report is available now, and highlights include:
We are entering a new era when it comes to the culture of work. To put this research into context, the study looked at relevant Edges–TBWA's term for a meaningful cultural shift. The top three Edges that resonated the most in the study across the general sample of all employees, not just creative, all showed work being put firmly back in its place.
- Work/ Life Boundaries, 80% respondents agree/ strongly agree it is important their employer helps them achieve a good balance between personal and professional life.
- Stability Pursuit, 79% respondents strongly agree it is important their employer helps them maintain stability in their work-life so they can confidently plan for the personal milestones they care about. What's even more surprising is that stability is most important to the youngest employees: 69% strongly agree among 18-25s, versus 51% among 41-55s.
- Mind Maintenance, 77% respondents agree/ strongly agree it is important their employer helps them care for their mental health by avoiding unnecessary pressures or stress, and proactively supports their emotional wellbeing.
The cultural value that mattered the least out of the nine measured among all respondents, creative and the general sample, was Activist Awakening–the idea that work should align with a person's values or causes they care about.
The findings show that creative talent has stronger demands of their employers than the general population sample.
● Work/Life Balance, 63% of creatives strongly agree it is important that their employer help them achieve a healthy balance vs 44% general population sample.
● Stability Pursuit, 59% of creatives strongly agree vs 38% general population sample.
● Mind Maintenance, 58% of creatives strongly agree vs 42% general population sample.
While creative companies earn high marks for placing a high value on creativity (81% vs a 51% global benchmark), as well as building cultures where employees feel respected by their coworkers (86%) and receive praise and recognition for their work (71%), they are falling short on the day-to-day employee experience.
Creatives are 2x more likely to say things like approvals and authorizations, day to day schedule and task management and daily commutes degrade their work experience than the global benchmark.
Williams notes "The biggest problem is with the day-to-day experience of creative work–the pain points and daily grind standing in the way of flow. We're seeing talent increasingly ask for their boundaries to be respected, help achieving their goals and support with their mental wellbeing. They know what they want, and we need to be giving it to them."
The findings point to some actionable changes all creative companies can make.
#1 Creativity cannot thrive without daily process and structure.
Creative industries are not delivering on the functions of daily work–the approvals and processes and operational burdens that get in the way of getting down to work. How can we improve the daily experience of work to enable more creative flow? As one example, TBWA is looking at different business models to incentivize faster, smarter and more efficient ways of working.
#2 Talent wants work to stay in its lane.
While we used to think talent wanted work and life to blend, it's clear they want boundaries. How can we better protect talent's boundaries, or at least recognize when we overstep, especially when the physical boundaries of life and work are blurrier than ever with remote work?
#3 Stability matters more than spirituality.
Where we thought talent yearned for an employer who aligned with their high-level values and worldview, we're discovering their expectations are more pragmatic. Companies can focus on the fundamentals, from annual reviews to growth plans to compensation, and gain more satisfaction than offering quick fixes. TBWA agencies including Shanghai, New York and others have invested in transparent career planning and professional development plans to give clearer career direction to talent.
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MONTREAL, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Lion Electric Company (NYSE: LEV) (TSX: LEV) ("Lion" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer of all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban vehicles, today announced its financial and operating results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2022, which ended on March 31, 2022. Lion reports its results in US dollars and in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS").
- Delivery of 84 vehicles, an increase of 60 vehicles, as compared to the 24 delivered in the same period last year.
- Revenue of $22.6 million, up $16.4 million as compared to $6.2 million in Q1 2021.
- Gross loss of $0.9 million, as compared to a gross loss of $1.8 million in Q1 2021.
- Net earnings of $2.1 million, as compared to a net loss of $16.1 million in Q1 2021. Net earnings for Q1 2022 include a $21.5 million gain related to non-cash decrease in the fair value of share warrant obligations and a $3.8 million charge related to non-cash share-based compensation, compared to a $5.2 million charge related to non-cash share-based compensation in Q1 2021.
- Adjusted EBITDA1 of negative $11.3 million, as compared to negative $5.9 million in Q1 2021, after mainly adjusting for certain non-cash items such as change in fair value of share warrant obligations and share-based compensation.
- Capital expenditures, which included expenditures related to the Joliet Facility and the Lion Campus, amounted to $34.9 million, up $33.8 million, as compared to $1.1 million in Q1 2021.
- Acquisition of intangible assets, which mainly consist of R&D activities, amounted to $15.0 million, up $8.5 million, as compared to $6.5 million in Q1 2021.
- As of March 31, 2022, Lion had $155.5 million in cash, and access to a committed revolving credit facility in the maximum principal amount of $200 million, as well as available support from the Canadian federal and Quebec governments of up to approximately C$100 million (amounting to approximately C$50 million each) in connection with the Lion Campus.
- More than 600 vehicles on the road, with over 10 million miles driven.
- Vehicle order book2 of 2,422 all-electric medium- and heavy-duty urban vehicles as of May 3, 2022, consisting of 286 trucks and 2,136 buses, representing a combined total order value of approximately $600 million based on management's estimates.
- LionEnergy order book2 of 241 charging stations and related services as of May 3, 2022, representing a combined total order value of approximately $3.0 million.
- 12 Experience Centers in operation in the United States and Canada.
- Tenant improvement work as well as the installation of critical production and other equipment advancing at the new leased 900,000 sq-ft U.S. manufacturing facility in Joliet, Illinois (the "Joliet Facility"). Vehicle production expected to begin in the second half of 2022.
- Construction and development work for the battery manufacturing plant is advancing, including the installation of the prototype module production line at JR Automation's facilities in Troy, Michigan, the production of the first prototype pack, and the completion of the steel structure for the battery plant building in Mirabel. Production of battery packs and modules is expected to begin in the second half of 2022.
- Several new key partnerships announced with truck upfitters to provide new fully electrified refrigerated, dry freight and aluminum stake body options for the Lion6 zero-emission urban truck. The new partnerships include equipment upfit options from industry leaders Morgan Truck Body, Thermo King, Knapheide and CM Truck Beds.
- Launch of a new lightweight, aerodynamic, 100% electric heavy-duty truck on the Lion6 chassis, together with Transit Truck Bodies that is suited for last-mile urban delivery, that was developed under an upfitter partnership model.
- As of May 3, 2022, Lion had approximately 1,100 employees, of which over 300 were in its Engineering and R&D departments.
"We are pleased with our Q1 performance. Despite the ongoing challenges in the supply chain environment, we continued to experience improvements and achieved a record number of quarterly vehicle deliveries. We also sustained momentum in vehicle manufacturing and we expect that cadence of production, and therefore of deliveries, should gradually improve over the rest of the coming year," commented Marc Bedard, CEO – Founder of Lion. "As we celebrate our first year as a public company, we continue to build the foundations of our long-term growth and are excited to see that the movement towards electrification of transports continues to gain strong momentum, as demonstrated by unprecedented government funding packages announced in the U.S. and Canada over the past few months," concluded Marc Bedard.
Revenue
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, revenue amounted to $22.6 million, an increase of $16.4 million compared to three months ended March 31, 2021. The increase in revenue was primarily due to an increase in vehicle sales volume of 60 units, from 24 units (18 school buses and 6 trucks; 22 vehicles in Canada and 2 vehicles in the U.S.) for the three months ended March 31, 2021, to 84 units (72 school buses and 12 trucks; 80 vehicles in Canada and 4 vehicles in the U.S.) for the three months ended March 31, 2022. Revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2022 were impacted by continuing global supply chain challenges, which required the Company to delay the final assembly of certain vehicles and resulted in increased inventory levels. In addition, the school bus unit mix for the three months ended March 31, 2022, as well as discounted pricing on certain trucks that were sold in the context of new product launches, had a negative impact on average selling prices per unit. Revenues generated from sales of LionEnergy and aftermarket parts during the three months ended March 31, 2022 were also slightly lower than during the three months ended December 31, 2021.
Cost of Sales
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, cost of sales amounted to $23.6 million, representing an increase of $15.5 million, compared to the three months ended March 31, 2021. The increase was primarily due to increased sales volumes and higher production levels, increased fixed manufacturing costs related to the ramp-up of production capacity for future quarters, and the impact of continuing global supply chain challenges.
Gross Loss
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, gross loss decreased by $0.9 million to negative $0.9 million, compared to negative $1.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. The decrease included the positive gross profit impact of increased sales volumes, mainly offset by the impact of increased fixed manufacturing costs related to the ramp-up of production capacity for future quarters and the impact of continuing global supply chain challenges.
Administrative Expenses
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, administrative expenses (which included $2.8 million of non-cash share-based compensation) increased by $4.7 million from $6.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021, to $11.0 million. The increase was mainly due to an increase in expenses reflecting Lion's status as a public company, and the expansion of Lion's head office capabilities in anticipation of an expected increase in business activities. Administrative expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2022, also includes an expense of $0.9 million relating to the procurement of director and officer ("D&O") insurance on terms reflecting the public-company status of Lion, which is materially higher than the expense incurred in prior periods when the Company was a private company.
Selling Expenses
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, selling expenses (which included $1.0 million of non-cash share-based compensation) increased by $1.0 million, from $4.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021, to $5.4 million. The increase was primarily due to Lion expanding its sales force in anticipation of the ramp-up of production capacity, and an increase in expenses as a result of the opening and operations of new Experience Centers.
Finance Costs
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, finance costs decreased by $2.7 million, from $3.9 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021, to $1.2 million. The decrease was driven primarily by lower interest expense on long term debts, the non-recurrence of interest expense on convertible debt instruments and accretion expense on retractable common shares which were repaid on May 6, 2021, partially offset by an increase in interest costs related to lease liabilities.
Foreign Exchange Loss (Gain)
Foreign exchange gains and losses relate primarily to the revaluation of net monetary assets denominated in foreign currencies to the functional currencies of the related Lion entities. Foreign exchange loss for the three months ended March 31, 2022, was $0.9 million compared to a gain of $0.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021, largely as a result of a strengthening of the Canadian dollar relative to the US dollar during the three months ended March 31, 2022, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2021.
Change in fair value of share warrant obligations
Change in fair value of share warrant obligations resulted in a gain of $21.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2022, compared to a gain of $0.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021, and was related to the warrants issued to a specified customer in July 2020 and the public and private warrants issued as part of the closing of the Business Combination on May 6, 2021. The gain for the three months ended March 31, 2022 results mainly from the decrease in the market price of Lion equity as compared to the previous valuations.
Net Earnings (Loss)
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, net earnings were $2.1 million, as compared to a net loss of $16.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021. The increase in net earnings (loss) for the three months ended March 31, 2022 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2021 was largely due to the gain related to the fair value of share warrant obligations, partially offset by higher administrative and selling expenses.
As of May 3, 2022, Lion had approximately 1,100 employees, of which over 300 were in its Engineering and R&D departments.
A conference call and webcast will be held on May 4, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. (Eastern Time) to discuss the results.
To participate in the conference call, dial (226) 828-7575 or (833) 950-0062 (toll free). An investor presentation and a live webcast of the conference call will also be available at www.thelionelectric.com under the "Events and Presentations" page of the "Investors" section. An archive of the event will be available for a period of time shortly after the conference call.
This release should be read together with our 2022 first quarter financial report, including the unaudited condensed interim consolidated financial statements of the Company as at and for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 and related management's discussion and analysis ("MD&A"), which will be filed by the Company with applicable Canadian securities regulatory authorities and with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and which will be available on our website at www.thelionelectric.com.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
As at March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021
(Unaudited)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS (LOSS) AND COMPREHENSIVE EARNINGS (LOSS)
For the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
For the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021
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This press release makes reference to Adjusted EBITDA, which is a non-IFRS financial measure, as well as other performance metrics, including the Company's order book, which are defined below. These measures are not recognized measures under IFRS, do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. Rather, these measures are provided as additional information to complement those IFRS measures by providing further understanding of the Company's results of operations from management's perspective. Accordingly, they should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of the Company's financial information reported under IFRS.
"Adjusted EBITDA" is defined as net earnings (loss) before finance costs, income tax expense or benefit, and depreciation and amortization, adjusted for share-based compensation, changes in fair value of share warrant obligations, foreign exchange (gain) loss and transaction and other non-recurring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is intended as a supplemental measure of performance that is neither required by, nor presented in accordance with, IFRS. Lion believes that the use of Adjusted EBITDA provides an additional tool for investors to use in evaluating ongoing operating results and trends and in comparing Lion's financial measures with those of comparable companies, which may present similar non-IFRS financial measures to investors. However, readers should be aware that when evaluating Adjusted EBITDA, Lion may incur future expenses similar to those excluded when calculating Adjusted EBITDA. In addition, Lion's presentation of these measures should not be construed as an inference that Lion's future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. Lion's computation of Adjusted EBITDA may not be comparable to other similarly entitled measures computed by other companies, because all companies may not calculate Adjusted EBITDA in the same fashion. Readers should review the reconciliation of net earnings (loss), the most directly comparable IFRS financial measure, to Adjusted EBITDA presented by the Company under section 13.0 of the Company's MD&A for the three months ended March 31, 2022 entitled "Results of Operations - Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA."
This press release also makes reference to the Company's "order book" with respect to vehicles and charging stations. The Company's order book, expressed as a number of units or the amount of sales expected to be recognized in the future in respect of such number of units, is determined by management based on purchase orders that have been signed, orders that have been formally confirmed by clients or products in respect of which formal joint applications for governmental subsidies or economic incentives have been made by the applicable clients and the Company. The Company's order book refers to products that have not yet been delivered but which are reasonably expected by management to be delivered within a time period that can be reasonably established and includes, in the case of charging stations, services that have not been completed but which are reasonably expected by management to be completed in connection with the delivery of the product. When the Company's order book is expressed as an amount of sales, such amount has been determined by management based on the current specifications or requirements of the applicable order, assumes no changes to such specifications or requirements and, in cases where the pricing of a product or service may vary in the future, represents management's reasonable estimate of the prospective pricing as of the time such estimate is reported. The order book is intended as a supplemental measure of performance that is neither required by, nor presented in accordance with, IFRS or any other applicable securities legislation, and is neither disclosed in nor derived from the financial statements of the Company. Lion believes that the disclosure of its order book provides an additional tool for investors to use in evaluating the Company's performance and trends. Lion's computation of its order book may not be comparable to other similarly entitled measures computed by other companies, because all companies may not calculate their order book, order backlog, or order intake in the same fashion. In addition, Lion's presentation of such measure should not be construed as a representation by Lion that all of the vehicles and charging stations included in its order book will translate into actual sales. A portion of the vehicles or charging stations included in the Company's order book may be cancellable in certain circumstances within a certain period. In addition, the conversion of the Company's order book into actual deliveries and sales is subject to a number of risks. For instance, a customer may default on a purchase order that has become binding, and the Company may not be able to convert orders included in its order books into sales. The conversion of the Company's order book into actual deliveries and sales may also be impacted by changes in government subsidies and economic incentives. For example, the conditional purchase order from Student Transportation of Canada ("STC"), a subsidiary of Student Transportation of America ("STA"), announced in October 2021 for 1,000 all-electric LionC school buses, which would represent the Company's largest single purchase order to date, is dependent upon the satisfactory grant of non-repayable contributions to STC under Infrastructure Canada's Zero-Emission Transit Fund ("ZETF"), in respect of which the formal application filed by STC constitutes the first application made by a customer of Lion under the ZETF program. As a result, the Company's realization of its order book could be affected by variables beyond its control and may not be entirely realized. See section 3.0 of the Company's MD&A for the three months ended March 31, 2022 entitled "Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" and section 10.0 of the Company's MD&A for the three months ended March 31, 2022 entitled "Order Book."
Because of these limitations, Adjusted EBITDA and order book should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for performance measures calculated in accordance with IFRS. Lion compensates for these limitations by relying primarily on Lion's IFRS results and using Adjusted EBITDA and order book on a supplemental basis. Readers should not rely on any single financial measure to evaluate Lion's business.
The following table reconciles net earnings (loss) to Adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021:
Lion will be holding its 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Meeting") as a completely virtual meeting via live webcast on May 6, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. (Eastern Time). The decision to hold a virtual meeting only was made in an effort to contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and to prioritize and support the well-being of Lion's shareholders, employees and other Meeting attendees.
All shareholders, regardless of their geographic location, will have an equal opportunity to participate at the virtual Meeting at https://web.lumiagm.com/442208210. To access the online Meeting platform, participants will need an Internet-connected device, such as laptops, computers, tablets or cellphones.
The Company's management information circular and notice of annual meeting of shareholders relating to the Meeting are available on Lion's website at www.thelionelectric.com under the "Events and Presentations" page of the "Investors" section, and have been filed on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
Lion Electric is an innovative manufacturer of zero-emission vehicles. The company creates, designs and manufactures all-electric class 5 to class 8 commercial urban trucks and all-electric buses and minibuses for the school, paratransit and mass transit segments. Lion is a North American leader in electric transportation and designs, builds and assembles many of its vehicles' components, including chassis, battery packs, truck cabins and bus bodies.
Always actively seeking new and reliable technologies, Lion vehicles have unique features that are specifically adapted to its users and their everyday needs. Lion believes that transitioning to all-electric vehicles will lead to major improvements in our society, environment and overall quality of life. Lion shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol LEV.
This press release contains "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact, including statements about Lion's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements and should be evaluated as such.
Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "believe," "may," "will," "continue," "anticipate," "intend," "expect," "should," "would," "could," "plan," "project," "potential," "seem," "seek," "future," "target" or other similar expressions and any other statements that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements include statements regarding the Company's order book and the Company's ability to convert it into actual sales, the Company's long-term strategy and future growth, the Company's battery plant and innovation center project in Quebec and its U.S. manufacturing facility, and the expected launch of new models of electric vehicles. Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of estimates and assumptions that Lion believes are reasonable when made, including that Lion will be able to retain and hire key personnel and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and other business partners, that Lion will continue to operate its business in the normal course, that Lion will be able to implement its growth strategy, that Lion will be able to successfully and timely complete the construction of its U.S. manufacturing facility and its Quebec battery plant and innovation center, that Lion will not suffer any further supply chain challenges or any material disruption in the supply of raw materials on competitive terms, that Lion will be able to maintain its competitive position, that Lion will continue to improve its operational, financial and other internal controls and systems to manage its growth and size, that its results of operations and financial condition will not be adversely affected, that Lion will be able to benefit, either directly or indirectly (including through its clients), from government subsidies and economic incentives in the future and that Lion will be able to secure additional funding through equity or debt financing on terms acceptable to Lion when required in the future. Such estimates and assumptions are made by Lion in light of the experience of management and their perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors believed to be appropriate and reasonable in the circumstances. However, there can be no assurance that such estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct.
By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that may or may not occur in the future. Lion believes that these risks and uncertainties include the following: any adverse changes in U.S. or Canadian general economic, business, market, financial, political or legal conditions, including as consequences of the global COVID-19 pandemic and the emergence of COVID-19 variants, as well as varying vaccination rates amongst different countries; any adverse effects of the Russia-Ukraine war, which is increasingly affecting economic and global financial markets and exacerbating ongoing economic challenges, including issues such as rising inflation and global supply-chain disruption; any inability to successfully and economically manufacture and distribute its vehicles at scale and meet its customers' business needs; any inability to ramp-up the production of Lion's products and meet project construction and other project timelines; any inability to reduce total cost of ownership of electric vehicles sold by Lion over time; the reliance on key management and any inability to attract and/or retain key personnel; any inability to execute the Company's growth strategy; any unfavorable fluctuations and volatility in the price and availability of raw materials included in key components used to manufacture Lion's products; the reliance on key suppliers and any inability to maintain an uninterrupted supply of raw materials; labor shortages which may in the form of employee turnover, departures, and demands for higher wages which result in the Company having to operate at reduced capacity, lower production and deliveries, delayed growth plans, and could pose additional challenges related to employee compensation; any inability by Lion to meet user expectations related to, or other difficulties in providing, charging solutions to its customers; any inability to maintain the Company's competitive position; any inability to reduce its costs of supply over time; any inability to maintain and enhance the Company's reputation and brand; any significant product repair and/or replacement due to product warranty claims or product recalls; any failure of information technology systems or any cybersecurity and data privacy breaches or incidents; any event or circumstance resulting in the Company's inability to convert its order book into actual sales, including the reduction, elimination or discriminatory application of government subsidies and economic incentives or the reduced need for such subsidies; any inability to secure adequate insurance coverage or a potential increase in insurance costs; natural disasters, epidemic or pandemic outbreaks, boycotts and geo-political events such as civil unrest and acts of terrorism, the current military conflict between Russia and Ukraine or similar disruptions; and the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against the Company from time to time.
These and other risks and uncertainties related to the businesses of Lion are described in greater detail in section 23.0 entitled "Risk Factors" of the Company's annual MD&A for the fiscal year 2021. Many of these risks are beyond Lion's management's ability to control or predict. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements contained herein and the risk factors included in the Company's annual MD&A for the fiscal year 2021 and in other documents filed with the applicable Canadian regulatory securities authorities and the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Because of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, readers should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Furthermore, forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required under applicable securities laws, Lion undertakes no obligation, and expressly disclaims any duty, to update, revise or review any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Pelosi pushes back on archbishop who denies her Communion
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi pushed back Tuesday on the decision by San Francisco’s conservative Catholic archbishop to deny her Communion over her support of abortion rights, saying she respects that people have opposing views but not when they impose them on others.
The California Democrat says she comes from a large family with many members who oppose abortion. “I respect people’s views about that. But I don’t respect us foisting it onto others.” Pelosi added, “Our archbishop has been vehemently against LGBTQ rights. In fact he led the way in an initiative on the ballot in California.”
Pelosi made her comments on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe.” In a letter last week to Pelosi, Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone said he would refuse her Communion after she vowed to codify into law the Supreme Court’s Roe vs. Wade decision establishing a constitutional right to abortion. That legislation passed the House but died last week in the Senate.
Pelosi said women and families need to know this is about more than abortion. “These same people are against contraception, family planning, in vitro fertilization. It’s a blanket thing and they use abortion as the front man for it.”
Cordileone has said he told Pelosi that she must either repudiate her support of abortion rights or stop speaking publicly about her Catholic faith. In a separate letter to church members, he said he had asked several times to meet with Pelosi but that her office didn’t respond or told him she was busy.
“After numerous attempts to speak with her to help her understand the grave evil she is perpetrating, the scandal she is causing, and the danger to her own soul she is risking, I have determined that the point has come in which I must make a public declaration that she is not to be admitted to Holy Communion,” Cordileone wrote.
Over the past year, Cordileone has been among the most outspoken U.S. bishops advocating that Communion be denied to President Joe Biden and other politicians who support abortion rights.
However, each bishop has authority in his own diocese on this matter, and the archbishop of Washington, Cardinal Wilton Gregory, has affirmed that Biden is welcome to receive the sacrament there.
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BANCFIRST CORPORATION REPORTS SECOND QUARTER EARNINGS
Published: Jul. 21, 2022 at 4:15 PM EDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
OKLAHOMA CITY, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BancFirst Corporation (NASDAQ GS:BANF) reported net income of $44.7 million, or $1.34 diluted earnings per share, for the second quarter of 2022 compared to net income of $48.2 million, or $1.45 diluted earnings per share, for the second quarter of 2021. Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2022 was $80.6 million, or $2.42 per share, compared to $90.7 million, or $2.72 per share, for the first half of 2021.
The Company's net interest income for the second quarter of 2022 increased to $86.9 million from $82.4 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2021. Rising short term interest rates contributed to the increase. The net interest margin for the quarter was 3.05% and 3.32% a year ago. The margin for the second quarter of 2021 was positively impacted by higher PPP fees, which were $11.9 million compared to $400,000 for the current quarter.
For the second quarter of 2022 the Company recorded a provision for credit losses of $501,000 compared to a net benefit from reversal of provisions of $9.9 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2021. Provisions for credit losses have stabilized in 2022 after the economic downturn and recovery from the effects of the COVID pandemic.
Noninterest income for the quarter totaled $42.6 million down from $44.6 million last year. The decrease in noninterest income in 2022 was attributable to a purchase gain of $6.0 million in the second quarter of 2021. Total noninterest expense for the current quarter was relatively flat at $73.7 million but included a gain of $3.1 million from the sale of the Company's prior headquarters that was carried in other real estate owned, as well as a write down of an equity investment of $1.5 million.
The Company's effective tax rate was 19.1% compared to 23.4% for the second quarter of 2021. The lower effective tax rate was driven by the exercising of stock options during the quarter that produced higher tax deductions for compensation, and a lower state income tax rate.
At June 30, 2022, the Company's total assets were $12.5 billion compared to $9.4 billion at December 31, 2021. Deposits totaled $11.1 billion, an increase of $3.1 billion from December 31, 2021. The balance sheet growth was driven by the return of customer deposits from off-balance sheet sweep accounts, continued deposit growth and the acquisition of Worthington National Bank. Loans totaled $6.6 billion compared to $6.2 billion at December 31, 2021. Loan growth during the first two quarters of 2022, net of acquired loans and PPP, was $247 million, or 4%. The Company's total stockholders' equity was $1.2 billion, an increase of $14 million over December 31, 2021.
Asset quality remained strong as nonaccrual loans continued to decline, totaling $13.7 million, which represented 0.21% of total loans at June 30, 2022, down from 0.34% at year-end 2021. The allowance for credit losses to total loans stood at 1.31% at June 30, 2022 down from 1.36% at the end of 2021.
BancFirst Corporation CEO David Harlow commented, "The Company performed well in the second quarter with meaningful core margin expansion as a result of the 150 basis points of increase in the fed funds rate since tightening began in March. All eyes continue to be on the Fed and to what degree its policy will be successful in bringing inflation under control without sending the economy into recession. Regardless of the ultimate outcome, the Company is well positioned with a strong capital base, a credit culture that has outperformed through various cycles, and an Oklahoma/DFW footprint positioned for long-term, sustainable growth."
BancFirst Corporation (the Company) is an Oklahoma based financial services holding company. The Company operates three subsidiary banks, BancFirst, an Oklahoma state-chartered bank with 107 banking locations serving 59 communities across Oklahoma, Pegasus Bank, with three banking locations in Dallas, TX and Worthington National Bank with one location in Arlington, Texas, one location in Colleyville, Texas and two Fort Worth, Texas locations. More information can be found at www.bancfirst.bank.
The Company may make forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 with respect to earnings, credit quality, corporate objectives, interest rates and other financial and business matters. Forward-looking statements include estimates and give management's current expectations or forecasts of future events. The Company cautions readers that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties, including economic conditions, the performance of financial markets and interest rates; legislative and regulatory actions and reforms; competition; as well as other factors, all of which change over time. Actual results may differ materially from forward-looking statements.
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Kateryna Terekhova proudly shows off the new shelter she has created inside an abandoned schoolhouse in Zakarpattia, Ukraine, an area near the border with Slovakia, Romania, and Hungary. Over a video call, she points out the separate communal rooms for men, women, and families. The dozens of beds have brand new mattresses and linens. The bathrooms and showers are new, too. She loves the kitchen, which churns out three free meals a day for residents.
People lounge on beds; a girl is scrunched up on a bench in the dining room, staring at her phone. Outside it’s quiet in this rural area — a relatively safe reprieve for people who have fled the terror of the Russian invasion.
Terekhova fled here herself with her extended family from Kyiv in the opening days of the war and almost immediately began working on ways to help. As soon as she saw the schoolhouse, she knew it would make a perfect shelter. But it would require work — it had been empty for four years and had no plumbing or central heat.
She was part of a chat group with IT Troops, a group of Ukrainian technology workers and entrepreneurs who help get supplies to troops and fund humanitarian work. They put Terekhova in charge of their humanitarian efforts. The group had been in contact with Razom for Ukraine, a U.S.-based charity run by Ukrainian and Ukrainian American volunteers.
Over a video call with some of Razom’s board members, Terekhova explained the project and provided expected costs for materials — she had already raised the funds to cover the discounted labor and ongoing expenses like food. Three days later, she got a message from Razom congratulating her on her grant for $28,000, enough to cover all of the materials.
“It was absolutely shocking,” Terekhova says. “It was happening so fast. It was easy because we absolutely understand each other.”
Razom has made more than $3 million in grants to 98 small humanitarian efforts like this one since Russia invaded Ukraine in late February. The nonprofit’s deep ties to Ukraine have helped it connect with grassroots efforts that would likely be overlooked by big aid groups. The tiny, volunteer-led group is now working at a frantic pace. Every day, its leaders and volunteers know that the work they do can mean the difference between life and death for someone in Ukraine.
For most of its eight-year history, Razom raised about $150,000 a year to help promote a free and prosperous Ukraine. Before the war, it had about 4,000 donors. But in the months since the invasion, Razom has raised $57 million from more than 150,000 donors. It has already spent $38 million on humanitarian relief efforts. One of its major projects: buying supplies to assemble and ship tactical medical kits to Ukraine. The group has sent 62,000 kits so far — with more to come.
Razom has outraised some large, well-established humanitarian aid groups. Project Hope, an international nonprofit that is training medical professionals in Ukraine on trauma care, has received more than $21 million for the crisis.
“To raise $57 million for Ukraine and to be able to program such a large amount, that’s really fantastic,” says Project Hope CEO Rabih Torbay.
While Russian troops were amassing on the border, Razom’s board decided that in the event of an invasion, it would focus on medical assistance. The group began buying supplies to create tactical first-aid kits that include important supplies like tourniquets.
Medical professionals volunteered to vet the supplies to make sure they were the right type and quality. Teams of volunteers put the kits together in a New Jersey warehouse. Volunteer software developers created a system to track the kits so the group knows where they are in the transit process and when they arrive at their destination in Ukraine. Corporations helped them find space on cargo planes for their supplies; a shipping company helped with logistics.
Shipments that might have taken months took just days. Slow shipments could be deadly, and volunteers were working around the clock.
“This is our country and our people,” says Dora Chomiak, Razom’s president. “We want to make sure that they’re alive and that there is a country to come back to and there’s a country for our children and our grandchildren.”
Handling the wave of donations has been as complicated as shipping supplies. When the group was founded, it tracked donations on an online spreadsheet. But it soon upgraded and put systems in place to process donations given online and through social-media channels. That made a big difference when Russia invaded and money poured in.
Maria Genkin, a board member who until this year mostly organized cultural events, took charge of the fundraising operation. She had worked in investment-banking technology at Goldman Sachs. In late February, the group started getting hundreds of emails a day asking how to give, about wire-transfer information, and other questions — far more than one person could handle.
Luckily, the group also got requests every day from people looking to volunteer. Genkin checked the backgrounds of some volunteers to create a trusted team to help potential donors, process incoming funds, and tackle the data entry required to track donors. She ended up with a team of six or so volunteers, including some Ukrainian students from nearby New York University.
Razom has received some high-profile donations: Tipper Gore, Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings, and Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey each gave $1 million. The New York Jets donated $100,000.
This summer, 27-year-old Razom board member Maryna Prykhodko traveled to Kharkiv to evacuate her aunt and uncle and bring them to the United States. Each night, as missiles fell from the sky, they huddled in her aunt and uncle’s closet for safety.
“I saw the destruction with my own eyes. You crawl out of your hiding place in the morning. You go out into the street, and you see that a new building has been destroyed,” Prykhodko says. “I was experiencing what Ukrainians had been experiencing.”
She visited the warehouse where Razom stores supplies when they arrive in Ukraine. There, volunteers take requests from hospitals, first responders, and military units. About 20 drivers then take the supplies all over the country.
While there, she traveled with one of the groups Razom funds to deliver aid to small towns near the border with Russia that had been liberated only a few weeks earlier after months of occupation. The locals she met were mostly people who couldn’t easily flee: They were elderly or disabled or had young children. They didn’t even flinch at the nearby shelling, Prykhodko says. Some were living in homes that had been destroyed except for a single room and lacked a kitchen or bathroom.
“There’s a missile sticking out of their house, and they don’t have a roof over their heads, but that’s what they have left,” she says. “They’re all traumatized.”
Chomiak, Razom’s president, says the organization is already planning for the future. “Once the bombing stops, there is going to continue to be a lot of work to do.”
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This article was provided to The Associated Press by the Chronicle of Philanthropy. Jim Rendon is a senior writer at the Chronicle. Email: jim.rendon@philanthropy.com. The AP and the Chronicle receive support from the Lilly Endowment for coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits. The AP and the Chronicle are solely responsible for all content. For all of AP’s philanthropy coverage, visit https://apnews.com/hub/philanthropy.
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| 2022-08-23T20:29:54Z
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ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Workers at Atlantic City’s nine casinos will vote Wednesday on whether to authorize a strike against the gambling halls, with whom they have not reached new contracts.
The daylong vote by members of Local 54 of the Unite Here union is likely to ratchet up pressure on the casinos to reach new pacts with the union, particularly with the crucial July 4 holiday weekend approaching.
Contracts expired over two weeks ago and talks have yet to reach a new deal.
A “yes” vote will not result in an immediate strike. It simply gives the union’s negotiating committee, comprised of workers from all nine casinos, the power to call a strike if and when they see fit.
The union says it is seeking “significant” wage increases in the next contract to help workers deal with financial setbacks caused by the coronavirus pandemic and rapidly rising prices.
The labor dispute comes at an uncertain time in Atlantic City: The casinos and their online partners are collectively making more money now than before the pandemic hit.
But the casinos say those statistics are misleading because they get to keep only about 30% of online and sports betting money, with the rest going to their third-party partners. They say that in-person revenue won from gamblers is the crucial metric, and not all the casinos have surpassed their pre-pandemic levels.
The union went on strike in 2004 for 34 days, and walked out against the former Trump Taj Mahal casino in July 2016, which ended with the casino shutting down in October of that year. It has since reopened under different ownership as the Hard Rock.
So far, the union has secured agreements with the Ocean Casino Resort and Bally’s to honor the terms of contracts eventually reached with some of the larger casino companies in town, but no contracts have yet been agreed upon.
Voting will take place from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Union leadership will announce the result of the vote Wednesday evening after balloting ends.
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| 2022-06-15T15:54:24Z
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Commercial initiatives drive stronger sequential performance
KINGSEY FALLS, QC , Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Cascades Inc. (TSX: CAS) reports its unaudited financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2022.
- Sales of $1,119 million (compared with $1,038 million in Q1 2022 and $956 million in Q2 2021)
- As reported (including specific items)
- Adjusted (excluding specific items1)
- Net debt1 of $1,712 million as of June 30, 2022 (compared with $1,549 million as of March 31, 2022). Net debt to adjusted OIBD ratio1 of 5.4x, up from 4.8x as of March 31, 2022.
- Total capital expenditures, net of disposals, of $116 million in Q2 2022, and $212 million in the first half of 2022. Forecasted 2022 net capital expenditures of $450 - $470 million, including $310 - $330 million for the Bear Island containerboard conversion project in Virginia, USA.
Mario Plourde, President and CEO, commented: "Our packaging businesses delivered good sequential performances in the second quarter, with improved pricing and sales mix, higher volumes, and lower raw material costs in the case of Containerboard outweighing the impact of continued cost inflation. Sequentially, results in our Tissue Papers business highlight the momentum being generated by the profitability initiatives underway. While pricing and mix improvements realized to date helped to mitigate the unprecedented headwinds on the cost side, these initiatives are trailing the pace of the current high inflation environment. These initiatives remain on track to generate important contributions in the back half of 2022, and are being closely monitored and regularly adapted to address the changing cost environment.
We continued to advance the Bear Island project in the quarter. The capital investments for this project, which totaled $81 million in the second quarter and $145 million year-to-date, combined with lower consolidated financial results, has resulted in an increase in our leverage in the second quarter. As we have previously stated, this trend is expected to reverse with improved business performance through the remainder of 2022 and throughout 2023 as well as the positive contribution from this facility following its start-up."
Discussing near-term outlook, Mr. Plourde commented, "We are focused on driving benefits from profitability initiatives underway in our Tissue Papers segment. While the level of expected long-term financial contributions remains intact, persistent cost headwinds and adjustments to the implementation timing of announced industry price increases have reduced our forecasted OIBD range for this segment to $25 - $40 million for 2022, from the previously stated $60 - $80 million2. This revision does not change the 2024 OIBD targets provided in our strategic plan in February. The current inflationary environment has also had implications for our Bear Island project in 2022. Higher cost levels combined with labour and material availability constraints, which have led to temporary delays in certain construction milestones, increased the total projected cost for this project to a range of $595 - $615 million (US$470 - US$485 million). Our team is working closely with contractors to mitigate any potential delay caused by these elements in order to meet the targeted mid-December 2022 start date. However, it is important to note that the timing of some critical construction milestones may be at risk due to these issues and, as a result the start-up of paper production may be delayed to the first quarter of 2023.
At the operations level, we are forecasting sequentially stable results in our packaging businesses in the third quarter, during which favourable pricing momentum is expected to mitigate continued cost inflation. As we have previously stated, the Tissue Papers business is expected to return to a trajectory of positive contribution in the upcoming quarters as meaningful benefits from implementation of the profitability initiatives begin to be realized."
Selected consolidated information
Segmented OIBD as reported
Segmented adjusted OIBD1
Analysis of results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2022 (compared to the same period last year)
Sales of $1,119 million increased by $163 million compared with the same period last year. This reflects $146 million of combined benefits from improvements in selling prices and sales mix in all business segments. The Canadian dollar - US dollar exchange rate was also favourable for all businesses, contributing $24 million to sales levels on a consolidated basis. These were partially offset by a $16 million impact related to lower volumes in the Containerboard and Tissue Papers business segments.
The Corporation generated an operating income before depreciation and amortization (OIBD) of $95 million in the second quarter of 2022, up from $87 million in the second quarter of 2021. On an adjusted basis1, second quarter OIBD totaled $91 million, a decrease of $7 million, or 7% from the $98 million generated in the same period last year. This decrease is attributable to higher raw material, production, energy and logistics costs in all segments, the effects of which were not fully mitigated by improvements in selling prices and mix in all businesses and a beneficial FX impact for the packaging segments.
The main specific items, before income taxes, that impacted our second quarter 2022 OIBD and/or net earnings were:
- $4 million gain from the settlement of a supply agreement in Tissue Papers segment (OIBD and net earnings);
- $3 million foreign exchange loss on long-term debt and financial instruments (net earnings).
For the 3-month period ended June 30, 2022, the Corporation posted net earnings of $10 million, or $0.10 per common share, compared to net earnings of $3 million, or $0.02 per common share, in the same period of 2021. On an adjusted basis1, the Corporation generated net earnings of $10 million in the second quarter of 2022, or $0.10 per common share, compared to net earnings of $8 million, or $0.07 per common share, in the same period of 2021.
Dividend on common shares and normal course issuer bid
The Board of Directors of Cascades declared a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per common share to be paid on September 1, 2022 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 17, 2022. This dividend is an "eligible dividend" as per the Income Tax Act (R.C.S. (1985), Canada). During the second quarter of 2022, Cascades purchased no common shares for cancellation.
2022 Second Quarter Results Conference Call Details
Management will discuss the 2022 second quarter financial results during a conference call today at 12:00 p.m. EDT. The call can be accessed by dialing 1-888-390-0620 (international 1-416-764-8651). The conference call, including the investor presentation, will be broadcast live on the Cascades website (www.cascades.com) under the "Investors" section. A replay of the call will be available on the Cascades website and may also be accessed by phone until September 4, 2022 by dialing 1-888-390-0541 (international 1-416-764-8677), access code 567197.
Founded in 1964, Cascades offers sustainable, innovative and value-added packaging, hygiene and recovery solutions. The company employs approximately 10,000 women and men across a network of close to 80 facilities in North America. Driven by its participative management, half a century of experience in recycling, and continuous research and development efforts, Cascades continues to provide innovative products that customers have come to rely on, while contributing to the well-being of people, communities and the entire planet. Cascades' shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol CAS. Certain statements in this release, including statements regarding future results and performance, are forward-looking statements based on current expectations. The accuracy of such statements is subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that may cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, including, but not limited to, the effect of general economic conditions, decreases in demand for the Corporation's products, increases in raw material costs, fluctuations in selling prices and adverse changes in general market and industry conditions and other factors.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EQUITY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
The Corporation analyzes the performance of its operating segments based on their operating income before depreciation and amortization, which is not a measure of performance under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). However, the chief operating decision-maker (CODM) uses this performance measure to assess the operating performance of each reportable segment. Earnings for each segment are prepared on the same basis as those of the Corporation. Intersegment operations are recorded on the same basis as sales to third parties, which are at fair market value. The accounting policies of the reportable segments are the same as the Corporation's accounting policies described in its most recent audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2021.
The Corporation's operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the CODM. The Chief Executive Officer has authority for resource allocation and management of the Corporation's performance and is therefore the CODM.
The Corporation's operations are managed in three segments: Containerboard and Specialty Products (which constitutes the Corporation's Packaging Products) and Tissue Papers.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON NON-IFRS MEASURES AND OTHER FINANCIAL MEASURES
SPECIFIC ITEMS
The Corporation incurs some specific items that adversely or positively affect its operating results. We believe it is useful for readers to be aware of these items as they provide additional information to measure performance, compare the Corporation's results between periods, and assess operating results and liquidity, notwithstanding these specific items. Management believes these specific items are not necessarily reflective of the Corporation's underlying business operations in measuring and comparing its performance and analyzing future trends. Our definition of specific items may differ from that of other corporations and some of these items may arise in the future and may reduce the Corporation's available cash.
They include, but are not limited to, charges for (reversals of) impairment of assets, restructuring gains or costs, loss on refinancing and repurchase of long-term debt, some deferred tax asset provisions or reversals, premiums paid on repurchase of long-term debt, gains or losses on the acquisition or sale of a business unit, gains or losses on the share of results of associates and joint ventures, unrealized gains or losses on derivative financial instruments that do not qualify for hedge accounting, unrealized gains or losses on interest rate swaps and option fair value revaluation, foreign exchange gains or losses on long-term debt and financial instruments, fair value revaluation gains or losses on investments, specific items of discontinued operations and other significant items of an unusual, non-cash or non-recurring nature.
RECONCILIATION AND USES OF NON-IFRS AND OTHER FINANCIAL MEASURES
To provide more information for evaluating the Corporation's performance, the financial information included in this analysis contains certain data that are not performance measures under IFRS ("non-IFRS measures"), which are also calculated on an adjusted basis to exclude specific items. We believe that providing certain key performance and capital measures, as well as non-IFRS measures, is useful to both Management and investors, as they provide additional information to measure the performance and financial position of the Corporation. This also increases the transparency and clarity of the financial information. The following non-IFRS measures and other financial measures are used in our financial disclosures:
Non-IFRS measures
- Adjusted OIBD: Used to assess operating performance and the contribution of each segment on a comparable basis.
- Adjusted operating income: Used to assess operating performance of each segment on a comparable basis.
- Adjusted net earnings: Used to assess the Corporation's consolidated financial performance on a comparable basis.
- Adjusted free cash flow: Used to assess the Corporation's capacity to generate cash flows to meet financial obligations and/or discretionary items such as share repurchase, dividend increase and strategic investments.
- Working capital: Used to assess the short-term liquidity of the Corporation.
Other financial measures
- Total debt: Used to calculate all the Corporation's debt, including long-term debt and bank loans. Often put in relation to equity to calculate the debt-to-equity ratio.
- Net debt: Used to calculate the Corporation's total debt less cash and cash equivalents. Often put in relation to adjusted OIBD to calculate net debt to adjusted OIBD ratio.
Non-IFRS ratios
- Net debt to adjusted OIBD ratio: Used to assess the Corporation's ability to pay its debt and evaluate financial leverage.
- Net debt to adjusted OIBD ratio on a pro-forma basis: Used to measure the Corporation's credit performance and evaluate the financial leverage on a comparable basis, including significant business acquisitions and excluding significant business disposals, if any.
- Adjusted OIBD margin : Used to assess operating performance and the contribution of each segment on a comparable basis.
- Adjusted net earnings per common share: Used to assess the Corporation's consolidated financial performance on a comparable basis.
- Net debt / Net debt + Shareholders' equity: Used to evaluate the Corporation's financial leverage and thus the risk to Shareholders.
- Working capital as a percentage of sales: Used to assess the Corporation's operating liquidity performance.
- Adjusted free cash flow per common share: Used to assess the Corporation's financial flexibility.
Non-IFRS and other financial measures are mainly derived from the consolidated financial statements, but do not have meanings prescribed by IFRS. These measures have limitations as an analytical tool and should not be considered on their own or as a substitute for an analysis of our results as reported under IFRS. In addition, our definitions of non-IFRS and other financial measures may differ from those of other corporations. Any such modification or reformulation may be significant.
The reconciliation of operating income (loss) to OIBD, to adjusted operating income (loss)1 and to adjusted OIBD1 by business segment is as follows:
Net earnings (loss), as per IFRS, are reconciled below with operating income (loss), adjusted operating income (loss)1 and adjusted operating income before depreciation and amortization1:
The following table reconciles net earnings (loss) and net earnings (loss) per common share, as per IFRS, with adjusted net earnings (loss)1 and adjusted net earnings (loss)1 per common share:
The following table reconciles cash flow from (used by) operating activities from continuing operations with operating income (loss) and operating income (loss) before depreciation and amortization:
The following table reconciles cash flow from (used by) operating activities from continuing operations with cash flow from operating activities from continuing operations (excluding changes in non-cash working capital components) and adjusted cash flow from operating activities from continuing operations1. It also reconciles adjusted cash flow from operating activities from continuing operations2 to adjusted free cash flow used2, which is also calculated on a per common share basis:
The following table reconciles total debt1 and net debt1 with the ratio of net debt1 to adjusted operating income before depreciation and amortization (adjusted OIBD1):
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| 2022-08-04T10:23:23Z
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NEW YORK, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for ELMS, ADN, CSCO, KZIA, and CMCSA.
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| 2022-06-17T16:26:29Z
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IRVING, Texas (AP) — Scott Parel two-putted for birdie on the par-5 18th hole for a 6-under 65, and then won the inaugural ClubCorp Classic on Sunday with a par on the same hole in a playoff for his second PGA Tour Champions title.
Parel won a three-man playoff at Las Colinas over Steven Alker and Gene Sauers, who both went into the hazard on the closing hole and failed to make par.
Sauers birdied his last two holes in regulation for a 63. In the playoff, his shot bounced back into the rocks. After a penalty drop, he chipped to 8 feet and his par putt to extend the layoff caught the edge of the cup and spun out.
Alker had reason to feel even worse. After a double bogey to start the final round, he ran off seven birdies over his next nine holes and reached 12 under through 10 to seize control. But he never made another birdie, dropping a shot on the par-3 13th with a three-putt bogey.
On the final hole in regulation, Alker was just long and off the green and chipped down to 8 feet. Lee Janzen putted first from the same line and made birdie for a 67 to finish one shot out of the playoff.
Alker’s birdie missed. He shot 68 and joined the playoff at 11-under 202.
On the first extra hole, Alker had a long iron from a good lie in the rough but it came out heavy and into the water. He took a penalty drop and couldn’t get up and down.
“I’m glad to win a playoff — I’m 0-3 in these things,” Parel said. “I was fortunate both the guys didn’t hit the best second shots. I was just trying to get it over here and try to get up and down, which in the end turned out to be the right play.”
In the celebrity division, former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was on the verge of winning the Stableford scoring until he hit into the hazard on the 18th and made bogey, while former tennis player Mardy Fish made birdie. They finished at 106 points, and Fish won the playoff when Romo again went into the hazard and Fish made birdie.
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| 2022-04-25T05:38:16Z
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Which jumbo fidget popper is best?
From tapping your fingers to shaking your foot, both kids and adults experience fidgeting every now and then. Along with fidget spinners, cubes and straws, fidget poppers are the newest gadget to help funnel that extra energy.
While fidget poppers come in all shapes and sizes, jumbo fidget poppers are even bigger and better. The Puwan 484-Bubble Jumbo Fidget Popper has over 480 bubbles, making it ideal for families and fidget popper enthusiasts.
What to know before you buy a jumbo fidget popper
Ways to use a jumbo fidget popper
Family game night
A jumbo fidget popper is a great gadget that can bring the whole family together. First, gather your family or friends along with your jumbo fidget popper and one die. Then, each person takes their turn rolling the die and popping the corresponding amount of bubbles. The person to pop the last bubble loses and sits out the next game. Keep playing until only the winner remains.
Education
Addition, subtraction and multiplication are fun with a jumbo fidget popper. Plus, unlike smaller fidget poppers, older kids who are learning larger numbers can also benefit from learning. You can also write letters on a jumbo fidget popper to spell words. Other educational activities include syllable counting, odd and even number counting or word unscrambling.
By yourself
While a jumbo fidget popper can be used by multiple people at once, it’s still a great toy to use while you’re alone. If you need a calming environment, many enjoy popping the bubbles and listening to the sound. Those who want to play a game can time themselves and see how fast they can pop all the bubbles.
Benefits of a jumbo fidget popper
Fidget poppers are proven to have a plethora of benefits. While we all fidget to release excess energy, some may benefit from a fidget popper to redirect energy into productive actions. For example, instead of shifting back and forth in your chair or playing with your hair, a fidget popper can be used as a self-regulation gadget to learn or accomplish a task.
Many people with ADHD, ADD, OCD, autism or sensory disorders can benefit from a fidget popper, along with those who experience stress or anxiety. This gadget can distract the user from that primary emotion and provide a calming effect.
What to look for in a quality jumbo fidget popper
Size
Fidget poppers come in various sizes from miniature keychain fidget poppers to jumbo fidget poppers and everywhere in between. The average handheld fidget popper has less than 50 bubbles, while midsized fidget poppers have around 100 bubbles. If you’re looking for a jumbo fidget popper, they generally have between 100 and 500 bubbles. While it’s not common, you could find a fidget popper with up to 1,000 bubbles.
Material
Most fidget poppers are made using either 100% silicone or a mixture of silicone and plastic. It’s essential to ensure that your fidget popper is non-toxic and safe to handle.
Color and design
Whether you enjoy video games or like rainbow colors, fidget poppers are made to suit every person and hobby. Jumbo fidget poppers aren’t as common as hand-held or midsized fidget poppers, and the most common shape is a square. That said, you can still find a variety of design and color options.
How much you can expect to spend on a jumbo fidget poppers
The price of a jumbo fidget popper is based primarily on size or design and can range between $10-$50.
Jumbo fidget popper FAQ
Is my jumbo fidget popper waterproof?
A. If your jumbo fidget popper is made with 100% silicone like most fidget popper toys, it is safe to use in the water. However, be sure to completely dry the bubbles, as they are still susceptible to mold and bacteria.
Can my child bring their jumbo fidget popper to school?
A. The best way to know whether your child can bring their jumbo fidget popper to school is to check with your child’s teacher or principal. While some schools do not allow fidget poppers, others may use them for learning games or allow them during free time. Although a regular-sized fidget popper may be better suited for school than a jumbo fidget popper, some jumbo fidget poppers may not fit inside of a backpack.
What’s the best jumbo fidget popper to buy?
Top jumbo fidget popper
Puwan 484-Bubble Jumbo Fidget Popper
What you need to know: With 484 bubbles to pop, this fidget toy will satisfy several children at once.
What you’ll love: At 16 by 16 inches, this square fidget popper toy is one of the largest fidget popper toys available. It’s made of high-quality soft silicone that makes an audible popping sound, making it ideal for stress relief or sensory needs.
What you should consider: Since it’s so large, it’s not ideal for taking on the go and may not fit in a backpack.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top jumbo fidget popper for the money
Genovega 256-Bubble Giant Rainbow Square Fidget Popper
What you need to know: This jumbo option is larger than most fidget popper toys but still portable enough to bring on the go.
What you’ll love: It’s made of high-quality silicone material that is non-toxic and safe for children. You can use it as a fidget toy or turn it into a game to play with friends and family.
What you should consider: Some users noted that not all of their bubbles were able to be popped.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Uimoki 400-Bubble Jumbo Fidget Popper
What you need to know: Kids can use this fidget popper as a classic fidget toy or turn the 400 bubbles into a game with friends.
What you’ll love: This jumbo fidget popper is waterproof and comes in several color options, so children can choose their favorite design. It’s also made of non-allergenic material that is safe, non-toxic and odorless.
What you should consider: The material on the edges tends to be thinner and may rip if it’s used too often.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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We're always waiting for something, whether it's in line for your morning coffee, on hold with customer service, or behind cars in traffic. You may also find yourself waiting for something much deeper, like love or life-changing medical results. So how can we make the act of waiting during stressful periods feel less excruciating? Maybe even fun? Listen to these tips to help you optimize time while stuck in the waiting game.
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1. January 6
The latest hearing from the House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, insurrection focused on the links between former President Donald Trump and the far-right extremist groups that were at the vanguard of the violent effort to stop the transition of power and keep him in office, despite his election loss. The panel repeatedly highlighted a Trump tweet from December 2020 to make the case that the former President courted the extremists and saw them as his troops on the ground during the Capitol riot. The tweet claimed that it was "statistically impossible to have lost the 2020 Election," and said there would be a "Big protest in D.C. on January 6th." Trump infamously added, "Be there, will be wild!" The committee also unveiled evidence showing how Trump's call for his supporters to march to the Capitol had been planned in advance.
2. Uvalde
Leaked surveillance video showing moments of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, was published on Tuesday, fueling immense scrutiny over the delayed law enforcement response. The families of the victims reacted with anger and outrage to what is now the clearest account of how officers waited outside a classroom as the gunman continued firing, killing 19 students and 2 teachers on May 24. The video was obtained by the Austin American-Statesman newspaper, which published portions of it despite the Texas House Committee already announcing it would publicly release the full video on Sunday after showing it to victims' family members. Texas officials and families of the victims called the early release of the video appalling and painful to watch. The newspaper, however, defended its decision to publish the leaked footage, saying in a statement that "unrelenting reporting is a way to bring change."
3. Middle East
President Joe Biden is heading on his first trip to the Middle East as he aims to bring Israel and Saudi Arabia closer. Biden will embrace the Trump-era Abraham Accords that normalized relations between Israel and several Arab countries and pursue an expansion of growing Arab-Israeli security and economic ties. People familiar with the matter said Saudi Arabia is also expected to announce this week that it will allow all commercial flights to and from Israel to use its airspace and allow Israel's Muslim minority to take charter flights directly to Saudi Arabia to participate in the Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Biden will also fly directly to Saudi Arabia from Israel, a moment that he called a "small symbol of the budding relations" between the two countries.
To receive an inside look at the biggest stories and trends in the Middle East, subscribe to CNN's Meanwhile in the Middle East newsletter sent three times a week from our experts across the region.
4. Elon Musk
Twitter has sued billionaire Elon Musk in an effort to force him to follow through with his deal to buy the social media company. This comes just days after Musk told Twitter he wants to terminate his $44 billion acquisition agreement. The deal is now likely headed for a lengthy court battle to determine whether Twitter can force Musk to close the deal and become its owner, or at least get him to pay the $1 billion breakup fee set out in the original agreement. After initially saying he wanted to buy Twitter to eradicate bots, Musk has in recent weeks expressed concerns (without any apparent evidence) that there are more bots on the platform than Twitter has publicly reported. Some analysts, however, have suggested that Musk simply wants an excuse to get out of a deal that now seems overpriced following the downturn in Twitter shares and the overall tech market.
5. Starbucks
Starbucks is planning to close at least 16 locations across various cities, citing safety concerns. "After careful consideration, we are closing some stores in locations that have experienced a high volume of challenging incidents that make it unsafe to continue to operate," a spokesperson told CNN. The stores are in Seattle; Los Angeles; Philadelphia; Washington, DC, and Portland, Oregon. They will be closed by the end of July. In a letter to employees this week, Starbucks executives said a rising number of workers are "seeing firsthand the challenges facing our communities -- personal safety, racism, lack of access to healthcare, a growing mental health crisis, rising drug use, and more." The move comes as Starbucks employees across the country have been voting to unionize.
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TODAY'S NUMBER
575
That's how many flights were canceled nationwide on Tuesday, according to the tracking website FlightAware. It was the worst day for flight cancellations in a week due to thunderstorms bearing down on East Coast hubs. Weather disruptions are a regular feature of summer travel, but increased demand and airline staffing shortages have been adding to recent increases in delays and cancellations.
TODAY'S QUOTE
"Russian soldiers -- and we know this from interceptions of their conversations -- are frankly afraid of our Armed Forces."
-- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, touting the successes of Western-donated "modern artillery" after his country's forces struck another Russian ammunition depot on Tuesday. Since the beginning of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the Biden administration has approved more than $6 billion in security assistance and recently announced an additional $450 million in military aid. Meanwhile, newly declassified US intelligence indicates that Iran is expected to supply Russia with "hundreds" of drones -- including weapons-capable drones -- for use in the war, according to White House officials.
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2,800+ equipment items and trucks sold via its automated online bidding system for US$29+ million
SACRAMENTO, Calif, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - More people are shopping online than ever before—it's the new norm. Time is money and Ritchie Bros. wants to make buying and selling equipment and trucks as easy, efficient, and secure as possible, with a multitude of innovative selling solutions and formats to meet the needs of its customers.
Last week the company sold more than 2,800 items for US$29+ million in its largest-ever automated online Timed Auction event in Sacramento, CA. With the Timed Auction format, buyers place a maximum bid online and the system bids for them up to that amount with regular automated feedback if they are outbid—it saves time for buyers and drives strong returns for sellers.
"We introduced Timed Auctions to help us sell attachments and smaller items more efficiently, but over the years we have optimized it to transact items of all sizes and get big returns for our sellers," said Brian Hamre, Regional Sales Manager, Ritchie Bros. "Our Sacramento event last week attracted an average of 37 bids per lot, showcasing the strong buyer demand in the market today. If you have surplus equipment, now is a great time to sell and we have a solution for every situation."
The record-breaking Sacramento Timed Auction event, held March 30, attracted more than 8,250+ bidders from 40+ countries, which is a 25% increase year over year. Approximately 97% of the equipment in the auction was sold to U.S. buyers, including 63% sold to Californians, while the remaining 3% was sold to international buyers from as far away as Guatemala, India, and Australia.
"We are continuously reviewing and updating our technology to ensure we meet the evolving needs of our customers and the industries in which we operate," said Baron Concors, Chief Information Officer, Ritchie Bros. "Our online Timed Auction format provides great convenience and transparency to customers. Timed Auctions provide details on exactly when the item will sell, you're notified if and when you're outbid, we've added item time extensions to allow buyers more time to decide, and you can choose your own language to bid in. We also recently added Timed Auction bidding functionality to our mobile app to make buying online easier than ever."
Big Sellers from Sacramento:
- 2014 Caterpillar 740B articulated dump truck – US$257,500
- 2005 Kenworth T800 w/ Manitex 28102S 28-ton straight boom truck – US$202,500
- 2018 Caterpillar 323 hydraulic excavator – US$185,000
- 2016 Kenworth T800 6x4 twin-axle truck tractor – US$177,500
- 2018 Peterbilt 367 8x4 tri-axle dump truck – US$157,500
Ritchie Bros. has dozens of upcoming events on its calendar, including weekly IronPlanet and GovPlanet auctions, a three-day Houston, TX auction on April 12 – 14 with 3,800+ items, and a Timed Auction dealer dismantler event in California on April 22.
About Ritchie Bros.:
Established in 1958, Ritchie Bros. (NYSE and TSX: RBA) is a global asset management and disposition company, offering customers end-to-end solutions for buying and selling used heavy equipment, trucks and other assets. Operating in a number of sectors, including construction, transportation, agriculture, energy, mining, and forestry, the company's selling channels include: Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, the world's largest industrial auctioneer offering live auction events with online bidding; IronPlanet, an online marketplace with weekly featured auctions and providing the exclusive IronClad Assurance® equipment condition certification; Marketplace-E, a controlled marketplace offering multiple price and timing options; Ritchie List, a self-serve listing service for North America; Mascus, a leading European online equipment listing service; Ritchie Bros. Private Treaty, offering privately negotiated sales; and sector-specific solutions GovPlanet, TruckPlanet, and Kruse Energy. The Company's suite of solutions also includes Ritchie Bros. Asset Solutions and Rouse Services LLC, which together provides a complete end-to-end asset management, data-driven intelligence and performance benchmarking system; SmartEquip, an innovative technology platform that supports customers' management of the equipment lifecycle and integrates parts procurement with both OEMs and dealers; plus equipment financing and leasing through Ritchie Bros. Financial Services. For more information about Ritchie Bros., visit RitchieBros.com.
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| 2022-04-06T23:48:45Z
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CHEYENNE, Wyo., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lunavi, a top provider of business technology consulting and managed IT services, has gained Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance accreditation for customers in the State of Colorado across its hosted services including colocation data centers and private cloud platforms.
This independently certified compliance measure assures strict data security for law enforcement and similarly regulated government organizations whose technology services are hosted by Lunavi. After attaining accreditation in Colorado, additional certifications for clients in other states will be a simple process.
CJIS is a stringent and comprehensive cybersecurity standard. The Criminal Justice Information Services Division is the largest division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and provides a centralized source of criminal justice data to various government agencies and authorized third parties. Any entity engaging with sensitive information from the US Justice Department is required to adhere to CJIS policies for networking, data encryption, and remote access, among other criteria.
"Achieving CJIS compliance is another example of the lengths Lunavi will go to satisfy client requirements as they change over time," said Bob Heskett, Director of Security and Compliance at Lunavi. "In this case we had a SLED [State, Local, Education Industry] customer who was adding police and emergency response systems to a Lunavi private cloud. While we already offer strong security and compliance measures like HIPAA and SOC, we were happy to implement new audits, logging, and training to our existing access controls and incident response programs in order to meet CJIS standards."
CJIS compliance is centered on the principal of least privilege or a "need-to-know, right-to-know" standard. These access controls, combined with logs, data management tools, encryption, and systems monitoring, allow Lunavi to help clients achieve CJIS compliance within their hosted information systems and prepare for a federal audit.
"Information Security continues to grow in importance as phishing, malware, ransomware, and other attacks proliferate," said Cortney Thompson, CIO at Lunavi. "Government agencies are a prime target for attackers due to large quantities of personal data stored within IT systems. Lunavi is always seeking to improve our security standards, monitoring, and response methods. This CJIS compliance further cements our cybersecurity leadership and abilities."
About Lunavi
Lunavi, based in Cheyenne, WY, helps companies digitally transform their businesses and illuminate the path forward in IT modernization through the power of human ingenuity. Lunavi helps organizations in technology, energy, financial services, healthcare, education, government and others to develop business applications, solve traditional IT challenges, and extract ROI with comprehensive services in cloud migration, modern application development, and managed services. With locations throughout North America in Denver; Cheyenne, WY; Omaha, NE; Atlanta; Seattle, and Toronto, and its status as a Microsoft Azure Expert MSP, Lunavi delivers a remarkable customer experience to help navigate what's possible, what's next. Visit http://www.lunavi.com to learn more or follow on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
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| 2022-09-07T14:55:06Z
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VALLETTA, Malta, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kindred Group signs a partnership with Dutch football club AFC Ajax. The announcement follows the decision to grant Kindred Group a license to operate in the Dutch market as of 8 June 2022. In addition to the commercial partnership, the two parties will work together in the field of prevention of betting-related match-fixing, mental health and responsible gambling.
Kindred Group plc (Kindred) and its flagship brand Unibet enters a commercial partnership with AFC Ajax. Unibet, as a brand, works actively to give back to sports and society. In addition to a commercial partnership, Ajax and Unibet will work together in the field of prevention of betting-related match-fixing, mental health and responsible gambling. Increasing social engagement through partnerships and active sponsorships is a core pillar of Kindred's sustainability strategy and sits at the heart of our `Unibet Impact' programme which is solely dedicated to foster a safer and more responsible online gambling industry.
"We are extremely proud to work together with Ajax. Within our partnership, we will invest in Unibet Impact, which is is a unique program based on partnerships with professional and amateur sportclubs, and societal organisations. Unibet Impact is dedicated to fostering a safer and more responsible online gambling industry, while bringing fun and entertainment to the Dutch society. Specifically with Ajax, we want to focus on responsible gambling in relation to mental health", says Lennart Kessels, General Manager Netherlands, Kindred Group.
"We are delighted to have Unibet as our newest partner. Kindred Group and its brands are well known for their dedication within the field of responsible gambling. This will receive explicit attention in our partnership. Unibet distinguishes itself through their high-quality product offering that is enjoyed by fans. We will support this with joint content and initiatives. Above that, we will also commit to Unibet Impact", says Menno Geelen, Commercial Director, AFC Ajax.
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| 2022-06-21T10:13:40Z
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Future Farm Will Share Recipes, Insights Into Industry
CHICAGO, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Brazilian plant-based food innovator and lifestyle brand Future Farm will share healthy, delicious recipes and insights into the plant-based industry at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago from May 21 - 24, 2022.
Future Farm's participation in the show is a continuation of the Latin American brand's launch into the U.S., where interest in plant-based food alternatives is rapidly growing.
"We're excited and honored to bring Future Farm's vision for the future of food to the National Restaurant Association Show," said Marcos Leta, Founder of Future Farm. "Our brand is inspired by the future and the new generation's love for the planet with the belief that a new kind of pro-earth lifestyle is possible. We're delighted to be sharing our message – and our delicious, healthy products – alongside other top industry brands."
Launched in May of 2019 in Brazil, Future Farm is a lifestyle brand that envisions a world where people choose to eat more plants, not animals. In the three years since its launch, Future Farm has disrupted the plant-based industry by bringing a world-class product experience and a sunny swagger to 30 countries and counting. The company's US portfolio – the Future Burger, Future Meatball, Future Beef, Future Sausage, Future Chick'n and Future Tuna – are all tasty, healthy, and sustainable.
At the National Restaurant Show, Future Farm will share its cutting-edge approach to healthy, plant-based eating and offer show-goers a taste of the future with vegan and mostly gluten-free offerings that range from a Plant-Based Future Farm Cheeseburger to Plant-Based Future Farm Chick'n with Wild Mushroom and Plant-Based Truffle Butter. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and experience the Future Farm lifestyle firsthand – a lifestyle that proves plant-based eating is a change worth making.
About Future Farm:
Future Farm is on a mission to change the way the world eats.
Launched in May 2019, Future Farm is the first and leading Latin American food company specializing in plant-based, animal-free meat. Committed to using only real, whole-food ingredients grown from the earth, Future Farm delivers cutting-edge innovation, premium-tasting and cost-competitive options, with a consumer-forward approach to product development and marketing.
In summer 2021, Future Farm broke ground on U.S. soil with Future Burger, as its hero product, along with three other product innovations: Future Beef, Future Meatballs and Future Sausage and will follow up with exciting innovations later in 2022.
Future Farm's products are made with 100% GMO-free soy, peas, chickpeas and other plant-based ingredients and competitively priced at an SRP of $5.29, in an effort to democratize the plant-based meat options for consumers. The U.S. market can expect the brand's continued innovations to span multiple meat, poultry, fish and dairy offerings.
For more information and details on Future Farm's U.S. launch, visit www.futurefarm.io.
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The Rose Group
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| 2022-05-20T12:47:48Z
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Three cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy who have refused the COVID-19 vaccine will not be commissioned as military officers but will graduate with bachelor’s degrees, the academy said Saturday.
Academy spokesman Dean Miller said that a fourth cadet who had refused the vaccine until about a week ago, decided to be vaccinated and will graduate and become an Air Force officer.
In a statement, Miller said that while the three will get a degree “they will not be commissioned into the United States Air Force as long as they remain unvaccinated.” He added that a decision on whether to require the three to reimburse the United States for education costs in lieu of service will be made by the secretary of the Air Force.
As of Saturday, the Air Force is the only military academy, so far, where cadets are not being commissioned due to vaccine refusal. All of the more than 1,000 Army cadets at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York, graduated and were commissioned as officers earlier in the day and all were vaccinated.
The Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, said Saturday that none of the Navy or Marine Corps seniors there are being prevented from commissioning due to vaccine refusals. That graduation is later this week, and the Air Force ceremony is Wednesday in Colorado. Ahead of that ceremony, the U.S. Air Force Academy Board conducted its standard review of whether this year’s class had met all graduation requirements on Friday.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who is the scheduled speaker at the Air Force graduation, last year made the COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory for service members, including those at the military academies, saying the vaccine is critical to maintaining military readiness and the health of the force.
Military leaders have argued that troops for decades have been required to get as many as 17 vaccines in order to maintain the health of the force, particularly those deploying overseas. Students arriving at the military academies get a regimen of shots on their first day — such as measles, mumps and rubella – if they aren’t already vaccinated. And they routinely get flu shots in the fall.
Members of Congress, the military, and the public have questioned if the exemption reviews by the military services have been fair. There have been multiple lawsuits filed against the mandate, mainly centering on the fact that very few service members have been granted religious exemptions from the shots.
Until the COVID-19 vaccine, very few military members sought religious exemptions to any vaccines.
Lt. Col. Brian Maguire, an Air Force Academy spokesman, said a week ago that all four of the cadets had been informed of the potential consequences and met with the academy’s superintendent. And he noted then that they still had time before graduation to change their minds – and one did.
The military academies for years have required students under certain circumstances to repay tuition costs if they leave during their junior or senior year. Often those cases involve students with disciplinary issues or similar problems. The costs can be as much as $200,000, or more, and any final decision on repayment is made by the service secretary.
Across the military, the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps have discharged as many as 4,000 active duty service members for refusing the vaccine. Those who flatly refuse the vaccine without seeking an exemption are still being discharged. But the courts have stalled additional discharges of service members who sought religious exemptions.
According to the military, as many as 20,000 service members have asked for religious exemptions. Thousands have been denied.
About 99% of the active duty Navy and 98% of the Air Force, Marine Corps and Army have gotten at least one shot.
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| 2022-05-22T22:46:58Z
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MINNEAPOLIS, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VentureMed Group, Inc., a privately held medical device innovator in access management for arteriovenous (AV) fistulas and grafts and vessel preparation for interventional treatment of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) announced data presented at the Vascular Access Societies of the Americas (VASA) June 9-11, Charleston, South Carolina.
Study Details and Findings
FLEX Vessel PrepTM System AV Registry Clinical Study
Single-arm, prospective study in 8 US centers
Conducted with 114 real world patients
"AV Access failure is a significant issue for patients that interrupts lifesaving hemodialysis treatments, so physicians are always searching for new options to extend time between interventions", said John Aruny, MD, Primary Investigator, Dialysis Access Institute, Orangeburg, SC. "The FLEX AV Registry 6-month outcomes demonstrate sustained patency across most patients and really impressive results in the Cephalic Arch and AV Grafts over treating with PTA alone."
6 Month Functional Patency Results with FLEX Vessel Prep: Freedom from target lesion revascularization (FFTLR)
- 71% patency for all AV Fistula (AVF) patients – 219 days FFTLR, compared with historical data ranging from 21.3 to 55%1.
- 69% patency for Cephalic arch lesions – 211 days FFTLR, compared with historical data of 8-52%1.
- 47% patency for all AV Graft (AVG) patients – 174 days FFTLR, compared with historical data of 6-34%1.
The FLEX Vessel Prep procedure demonstrated excellent safety in the AV Registry with no serious adverse events reported.
This AV Registry also set a new standard for patient diversity and inclusivity as more than 65% (75/114) of the patients enrolled were African American patients. The 6-month safety and patency results for African American patients treated with FLEX Vessel Prep were equal to or better than the total patient pool for all recorded measurements.
"This real-world data continues to build strong evidence that the FLEX Vessel Prep System is a safe and very effective vessel preparation tool in AV Access over PTA alone," said Denis Harrington, chief executive officer and president of VentureMed. "This real world, all-comers registry featured an extremely challenging cohort of AV access patients. The FLEX AV procedure extended time between interventions for these highly compromised patients undergoing life saving hemodialysis therapy. VentureMed is committed to creating technologies that help extend time and reduce complications for end state kidney disease patients and generating clinical evidence to demonstrate these improvements."
The VentureMed Group, Inc. develops and markets innovative endovascular medical devices to solve unmet medical needs in the treatment of stenoses of AV fistulas and grafts and PAD. The FLEX VP System is a unique, non-balloon-based approach to optimizing revascularization by creating long controlled-depth micro-incisions that release circumferential tension to improve vessel compliance and enable luminal gain with less vessel trauma that may cause restenosis. FLEX was designed to provide controlled and predictable pre-treatment to optimize outcomes in complex stenoses & lesions of any length or vessel morphology. The FLEX VP System received CE Mark and 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration.
For more information, visit www.VentureMedgroup.com.
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News Summary:
- Wholesale Route-to-Market (RTM) enables partners to deliver managed services to meet the needs of small to mid-size businesses (SMBs) through co-branded offers
- Single contract with Service Provider partners enables them to extend Webex voice, video and collaboration technology, and provides support and resources to add value to SMB customer offerings
- This Wholesale business model features multiple packages that harness the capabilities of the Webex Suite
SAN JOSE, Calif., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) has launched a new Webex Wholesale Route-to-Market (RTM) for Service Provider partners to address the evolving needs of SMBs. The new sales model includes a single commercial agreement with each partner and a self-service platform for Service Providers to deliver managed services for Webex, as well as the agility, scalability and flexibility to create their own co-branded offers.
The Wholesale partner program features consumption-based billing with fixed, predictable per-user/per-month package pricing and equips Service Providers with several invoicing options. The partner onboarding experience includes dedicated Cisco experts, paired with comprehensive online training and a robust set of migration and marketing toolkits to drive market demand and serve SMB customers.
"When Service Providers more fully own the customer journey, it increases control of the solution design, provisioning, billing, and support. This translates into improved customer experiences and greater market velocity. This new wholesale model will do just that for Cisco and its partners," said Elka Popova, VP of Connected Work Research, ICT, Frost & Sullivan. "This approach also enables providers to offer SMBs a more complete solution by integrating telco services, such as connectivity, security and mobility, with Cisco's Webex cloud collaboration services suite and Cisco devices."
This new wholesale solution makes it easy for Service Providers to leverage their brand with a co-branded offer, build on their market position, and innovate with their own services. APIs and Partner Portal features deliver a simple management experience. And by using a monthly consumption model, they can deliver low friction transactions ideally suited for SMBs. Additionally, Cisco's Success Planning process includes a fully managed onboarding process for Service Provider partners, from pre-work through to production. A parallel go-to-market process accelerates customer acquisition and migration activities with marketing content, sales enablement, adoption assets, support training and launch campaigns.
Nexgen Australia, an Australia-based wholly owned subsidiary of Spirit Technology Solutions ASX ST1, is among the first Service Provider partners to sign-up for the Wholesale for Webex. Cisco is also in active trials of Wholesale for Webex with several Tier 1 global service providers.
"We wanted to bring our customers the benefits of advanced enterprise collaboration tools without the IT complexity and cost that it usually means. When searching for a cloud-based UCaaS solution, Webex was the obvious choice," said James Harb, Director, Nexgen. "We are an all-digital shop running high-velocity, high-volume transactions. Offering Webex through Cisco's new Wholesale route-to-market means we can continue to lead the way helping Australian businesses achieve more through the latest technology."
"By tapping into the brand power of respected Service Providers and combining it with our inclusive Webex technology, rapid innovation, and complete collaboration portfolio, we are creating winning partnerships that address the communication needs of small and medium-sized businesses and help them thrive in a hybrid work world," said Jeetu Patel, Cisco EVP and GM, Security & Collaboration.
Initial managed services packages for Webex that are available through the Wholesale RTM include:
- Webex Calling: Enterprise-grade calling and advanced collaboration with features for 1:1 and group messaging, file-sharing, and secure basic video conferencing for up to 100 users, for a complete PBX replacement, including multi-device support, visual voicemail, intelligent call routing and more.
- Common Area Calling: Calling built for shared use and common area locations and phones.
- Webex Meetings: A premium meeting and messaging experience with meetings allowing up to 1000 users. Also includes AI-driven intelligence with Webex Assistant, Slido, remote desktop control, moderator controls and more.
- Webex Suite: Encompasses all the above with premium calling, messaging and meetings, plus advanced features that are engaging and inclusive.
Managed services for Webex is the first offer available through the Cisco Wholesale Partner Program. More Cisco devices and other Cisco cloud services for the SMB market will be launched this year.
- Partnering to Win Global SMBs with Managed Services for Webex (blog by Tony Lopresti)
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide leader in technology that powers the Internet. Cisco inspires new possibilities by reimagining your applications, securing your data, transforming your infrastructure, and empowering your teams for a global and inclusive future. Discover more on The Network and follow us on Twitter at @Cisco.
Webex is a leading provider of cloud-based collaboration solutions which includes video meetings, calling, messaging, events, customer experience solutions like contact center and purpose-built collaboration devices. At Webex, we start with people and their experiences first. This focus on delivering inclusive collaboration experiences fuels our innovation, which leverages AI and Machine Learning, to remove the barriers of geography, language, personality, and familiarity with technology. Our solutions are underpinned with security and privacy by design. We work with the world's leading business and productivity apps – delivered through a single application and interface. Learn more at webex.com.
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Regarding the recent article by ‘Staff Reports’ entitled "Secretary of State condemns appointment of conspiracy theorist": This isn’t my idea of good reporting – it’s unsigned and promotes and echoes the press release by Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger while failing to add any additional reporting on alternate viewpoints.
The anonymous author states that White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre “… spread stolen elections conspiracy theories related to Georgia’s 2018 gubernatorial election.”
My recollection about that election is that former Secretary of State Brian Kemp declined to step down from his duties to administer the election while he was running for governor, and that he didn’t exert himself to ensure that election machinery was running smoothly in places where large numbers were likely to vote against him. The resulting long waits could have discouraged enough voters to tip the election in Kemp’s favor given the razor-thin margin of 55,000 votes out of millions cast.
All of this is well-documented in papers such as the Atlanta Journal Constitution and is hardly the stuff of conspiracy theory. The opinion page might be a better spot for articles such as the above.
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PITTSBURGH, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to provide pickup truck owners with an improved means of loading and retrieving belongings from the truck bed," said an inventor, from Greenfield, Ind., "so I invented the LITE WEIGHT REMOVABLE TRUCK BED PULLOUT. My design offers a strain-free alternative to reaching or climbing up into the bed."
The patent-pending invention provides improved access to loads and supplies carried within a pickup truck bed. In doing so, it eliminates the need to climb, crawl, kneel or stretch to retrieve items. As a result, it increases efficiency and it enhances comfort and safety. The invention features a user-friendly design that is convenient and easy to use so it is ideal for the owners of pickup trucks. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-SGM-132 , 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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As-Near-As-It-Gets to the Pagani Huayra R Real Driving Experience on Sim Rig
AALBORG, Denmark, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Asetek, sim racing gear innovator, along with world-renowned hypercar Atelier Pagani Automobili announced the Asetek SimSports™' Pagani Huayra R Sim Racing Pedals. Now the most passionate sim racers and car enthusiasts can virtually experience the rush of driving a real Pagani, the world's most exclusive hypercar brand, with the Pagani-branded sim racing pedal set from Asetek SimSports™.
"We are thrilled with the extreme quality, design and premium performance of these Pagani-branded sim racing pedals from Asetek," said Horacio Pagani, Founder & Chief Designer of Pagani Automobili S.p.A. "Their design combined with groundbreaking performance truly matches our overall approach and is something that represents well the Pagani Huayra R. Through our partnership with Asetek, we are pleased to bring sim racers and car enthusiasts around the world a glimpse of the emotion and the excitement of driving one of our hypercars."
The limited edition Pagani-branded sim racing pedal set includes pedal plates and pedal arms based on the exact design as used in the Atelier's latest release, the Pagani Huayra R track car, just with a very few tweaks to fit it for sim racing use. The provided elastomer is designed to give racers the feel of an actual Huayra R track car brake pedal.
Pagani Huayra R Sim Racing Pedal Set Features:
- Pedal arms and footplates based on the real-life Pagani Huayra R track car
- Unique Twin Hydraulic Opposing Rapid Piston (T.H.O.R.P.™) brake system which provides a rock hard brake pedal to mimic the feel of the Pagani Huayra R, including 2-stage racecar braking with minimum pedal travel
- Pagani tailored RaceHub™ software that enables quick and easy customization of the pedal settings. This includes calibration of the dead zones, throttle curves, and updating firmware simply and efficiently as well as support for future Asetek SimSports™ products
- Tried and tested for hundreds of hours by real-world Formula and GT drivers and sim racing pros. Lifetime tested in automated mechanical rigs for a million activations
- Customizable and configurable ARGB lighting that can be controlled with RaceHub™ software or turned off
- Asetek SimSports™ products are designed and assembled in Denmark
The Asetek SimSports™' Pagani Huayra R Sim Racing Pedal Set is currently being sold by Asetek for €1,680.00 excluding VAT ($1,999.000 excluding sales tax when available for sale in the U.S.), with shipping expected at time of this announcement. To learn more or purchase click here: https://www.asetek.com/simsports/product/pagani-huayra-r-sim-racing-pedals/
Pagani Automobili will also promote and sell the Pagani-branded sim racing products through its own channels, expanding accessibility to Pagani devotees.
"The Pagani Huayra R represents the epitome of premium hypercar track cars, accessible to only a very few. It has been exhilarating to work with Pagani to bring to market the pinnacle of sim racing products based on real Pagani technology," said André Sloth Eriksen, CEO and founder of Asetek. "We are pleased to now offer sim racers the thrill of driving a real-life Pagani track car with our Pagani Huayra R pedal set."
To learn more about Pagani Automobili, visit www.pagani.com/. To learn more about Asetek SimSports™, visit https://aseteksimsports.com.
About Pagani Automobili S.p.A.
Pagani Automobili S.p.A. is an Italian Hypercar manufacturer. The company was founded in 1998 by Horacio Pagani and is based in San Cesario sul Panaro, Modena, Italy. The philosophy driving the company embraces a concept borrowed from the Renaissance and embodied by the great Leonardo da Vinci who, over 500 years ago, once stated: "Art and Science are disciplines that must walk together hand in hand." Pagani Automobili creates in accordance with this inspirational creed, combining technique and taste, functionality and aesthetics, handcraft work and technological know-how.
About Asetek
Asetek (ASTK.OL), a global leader in mechatronic innovation, is a Danish garage-to-stock-exchange success story. Founded in 2000, Asetek established its innovative position as the leading OEM developer and producer of the all-in-one liquid cooler for all major PC & Enthusiast gaming brands. In 2013, Asetek went public while expanding into energy-efficient and environmentally friendly cooling solutions for data centers. In 2021, Asetek introduced its line of products for next-level immersive SimSports gaming experiences. Asetek is headquartered in Denmark and has operations in China, Taiwan, and the United States.
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: AKBA), a biopharmaceutical company with the purpose to better the lives of people impacted by kidney disease, granted six newly-hired employees options to purchase an aggregate of 27,000 shares of Akebia's common stock on August 31, 2022, as inducements material to each such employee entering into employment with Akebia. The options were granted in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
The options have an exercise price of $0.36 per share, which is equal to the closing price of Akebia's common stock on the grant date. Each stock option vests over four years, with 25% of the shares vesting on the first anniversary of the grant date and the remaining 75% of shares vesting quarterly thereafter, in each case, subject to the new employee's continued service with Akebia. Each stock option has a 10-year term and is subject to the terms and conditions of Akebia's inducement award program and a stock option agreement covering the grant.
Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. is a fully integrated biopharmaceutical company with the purpose to better the lives of people impacted by kidney disease. Akebia was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. For more information, please visit our website at www.akebia.com, which does not form a part of this release.
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A$AP Rocky pleads not guilty to firearm assault charges
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rapper A$AP Rocky has pleaded not guilty to felony assault with a firearm charges stemming from a 2021 confrontation in Hollywood.
He is accused of drawing a gun and firing it twice in the direction of a former friend during an argument in Hollywood in November 2021. He pleaded not guilty Wednesday to two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and ordered to return to court on Nov. 2.
Los Angeles Superior Court Victoria B. Wilson ordered the rapper, whose legal name is Rakim Athelaston Mayers, to stay away from the former friend.
Mayers and two other men fled after he fired the gun, police said. He was first arrested in the incident at Los Angeles International Airport on April 20, and was released on bail the same day.
A member of the Harlem hip hop collective A$AP Mob, A$AP Rocky first made his mark in music with the single “Peso” in 2011. His 2013 debut album, “Long. Live. A$AP,” went to No. 1 on the Billboard 200, as did its 2015 follow-up, “At. Long. Last. A$AP.” He has been nominated for two Grammy Awards.
He is in a relationship with Rihanna, and the two had a son in May. Both have become as known for fashion trendsetting as for their music.
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The top electric and stovetop gooseneck kettles
With its smaller capacity and thin spout, gooseneck kettles excel at brewing a couple of drinks: pour-over coffee and loose-leaf tea. If you’re looking to up your coffee and tea game, a gooseneck kettle can help you improve your brewing methods and master your pour. After all, coffee and tea have two ingredients: the grounds for coffee or loose leaf for tea, and water. How you prepare and combine the two determines the quality of the final product.
If you’re looking for an exquisite gooseneck kettle that brings a high-quality brewing experience and minimal aesthetic to your kitchen, the Fellow Stagg EKG Kettle is a must.
What is a gooseneck kettle?
A gooseneck kettle is a type of kettle that uses design elements to make pouring easier and more reliable. The spout differs from traditional tea kettles or even more modern electric kettles. It starts at the bottom of the pot and follows a slight curve upward, giving the kettle a goose-like profile. The spout diameter stays slim from the bottom to the top.
Features of a gooseneck kettle
The standard features of a gooseneck kettle make it a star appliance in any kitchen.
- Precise pouring: The long “gooseneck” spout controls the water flow by forcing the water to flow more slowly through a narrow space. This results in a more even pour, which is immensely helpful for pour-over coffee.
- Side handle: Rather than a handle mounted over the top like a traditional tea kettle, gooseneck kettles have handles mounted to the side. These handles are easier to pick up and pour gently with just one hand.
- Removable lid: Though many kettles can have removable lids, gooseneck kettles, in particular, are easy to refill and clean since there is no handle blocking the top.
- Electric and stovetop models: These kettles are available in both electric and stovetop models, so it’s not hard to find one that suits your kitchen and lifestyle.
- Temperature settings: Many higher-end gooseneck kettles include a thermometer to monitor the progress of the water’s boil and pour at the exact right temperature for your drink. Coffee and tea aficionados appreciate the precision and control of custom temperature settings on some models.
Best electric gooseneck kettles
Top electric gooseneck kettle
What you need to know: This is a top-of-the-line kettle that offers everything you need to make exceptional pour-over coffee with a minimal design.
What you’ll love: The design features a weighted handle for more control and easier handling. The thin spout stays narrow all the way to the tip for the most precise pours. The electric base offers temperature control by degrees, a keep warm function and a toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius. It comes in seven sleek color schemes.
What you should consider: This is more expensive than most others on the market.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top electric gooseneck kettle for the money
What you need to know: This stylish option is an affordable way to bring a modern aesthetic to your coffee routine.
What you’ll love: The kettle is foolproof with a one-button on/off function and an indicator light. It heats up faster than most kettles since the volume is significantly smaller. The cork handle and lid handle are comfortable to grip and protect against heat.
What you should consider: It only holds 27 ounces of water and does not have a thermometer.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Best stovetop gooseneck kettles
Top stovetop gooseneck kettle
Fellow Stagg Stovetop Pour Over Coffee and Tea Kettle
What you need to know: The high-end favorite makes a statement in your kitchen and offers outstanding performance.
What you’ll love: The 1-liter stainless steel kettle has a fluted tip and weighted handle for balanced, delicate pours. The top of the lid features a thermometer to brew your water to the optimal temperature for your drinks. It’s compatible with gas and electric stoves.
What you should consider: As the top-notch model on the market, this option is more expensive than others with similar features.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top stovetop gooseneck kettle for the money
What you need to know: For a hardy stovetop kettle at an affordable price, this is the most reliable option.
What you’ll love: An ergonomic handle with finger grooves makes holding a full kettle more comfortable. The stainless steel kettle is minimal and safe for use with induction, gas or electric stoves. It comes in 700-milliliter, 1-liter and 1.2-liter sizes and two classic colors: silver and black.
What you should consider: There is no built-in thermometer to measure your water’s temperature.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Coffee Gator Gooseneck Kettle with Thermometer
What you need to know: The tapered gooseneck and built-in temperature gauge make this a high-performing stovetop kettle at a reasonable price.
What you’ll love: The thermometer is integrated into the lid, which makes it convenient to check the temperature. The silicone handle is cool to the touch and easy to grip. With a design focused on precision, the spout delivers a consistent and even pour.
What you should consider: It can be difficult to clean, and some users noted occasional leaks.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Michael Carbonaro is a man of many talents but today he talked about his take over in Las Vegas at the Penn & Teller theater, where will be headlining his show, “Lies on Stage.”
“Penn & Teller” is one of the longest running shows in Las Vegas and the two handed over the keys to Michael as they head to Australia for a few weeks. They have never handed the keys over to someone before and Michael was the chosen one by this dynamic duo.
Michael explained why he chose the title for his show, “Lies on Stage” and said it was because magicians are the only “noble liars” and that’s because they are up front and tell you that they are lying.
Even though most people want to know how the magic is done, Michael enjoys being surprised and loves being left in mystery.
You can see “Lies on Stage” at the Penn & Teller theater, at the Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The show will go until July 10. Tickets are on sale now at ticketmaster.com
This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on June 14, 2022.
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| 2022-06-15T14:55:55Z
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3Spine, Inc., a medical device company developing total joint replacement for the lumbar spine, today announced FDA Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) approval for their US pivotal clinical trial. The company previously completed contracting and site initiation at 16 US centers for a prospective real-world evidence (RWE) fusion study, which has been enrolling since May 2021. As sites complete enrollment of their RWE cohort, each center becomes eligible to participate in the IDE. 3Spine plans to complete enrollment of +/- 150 RWE patients to propensity match with +/- 150 IDE patients in an adaptive statistical design.
MCRA (Washington, DC) supported 3Spine through the study design and IDE approval process. "This is important, breakthrough technology for an underserved patient population," said Justin Eggleton, Vice President of Spine Regulatory Affairs at MCRA. "The considerations for such a novel treatment required significant resources at FDA, and we appreciate the agency's dedication to the review. The FDA review team carefully and thoughtfully challenged over 10,000 pages of biomechanical data, clinical history, and an exhaustive battery of non-clinical testing. FDA's review establishes an important foundation for our project. MCRA is excited to partner with 3Spine as CRO for the IDE to strengthen the safety and effectiveness profile for our future pre-market approval application."
"Breakthrough Device Designation was critical to our success in the IDE approval process," said Ron Yarbrough, Chief Operating Officer at 3Spine. "This project is the culmination of decades of technical and clinical research in the lumbar spine, and while the courage of pioneering patients and surgeons brought us to this point, today it is all about the tenacity and expertise of the FDA review team. Our interactive review with FDA over the past two years has resulted in comprehensive coverage of an unparalleled number of technical disciplines, reflecting the potentially transformational nature of this spine technology. We are very excited to begin IDE enrollment."
3Spine's MOTUS device, the implant used in the BalancedBack Total Joint Replacement procedure, is a 'first of kind' technology replacing the function of the disc and facet joints through a posterior approach. The procedure broadly addresses leg pain, back pain, and spinal instability, while correcting posture and restoring freedom of movement through reconstruction of the functional spinal unit. MOTUS was designated a Breakthrough Device by the Food and Drug Administration in 2020.
The BalancedBack Total Joint Replacement is indicated for the biomechanical reconstruction and stabilization of a spinal motion segment following decompression at one lumbar level from L1/L2 to L5/S1 for skeletally mature patients due to symptomatic lumbar degeneration with or without foraminal or recess spinal stenosis confirmed by radiographic imaging (CT, MRI, X-rays), with no more than a Grade 1 spondylolisthesis at the involved level. Lumbar degeneration as defined as leg pain or neurologic symptoms with or without back pain due to reoccurring herniated nucleus pulposus, ligamentum flavum hypertrophy, facet degeneration, osteophyte formation, disc degeneration and/or annular degeneration, often causing spinal stenosis (radiculopathy, nerve root compression absent neurologic deficit, radiculitis, or neurogenic claudication). Prior to receiving the BalancedBack Total Joint Replacement, patients must have exhausted conservative (nonoperative) treatment for at least 3 months (opioid use, physical therapy, invasive cortisone anti-inflammatory medications) or be determined to have a neurologic emergency or intractable pain.
MCRA is the leading privately-held independent clinical research organization and advisory firm. The firm supports medical device and biologics clients with regulatory affairs, clinical research, reimbursement, compliance, quality assurance, and logistics. MCRA has offices in Washington, DC, Hartford, CT, New York, NY, and Tokyo, Japan and has served nearly 1,000 clients globally.
www.MCRA.com
3Spine is a new kind of healthcare company founded to integrate the development, clinical research, and delivery of low back total joint replacement. 3Spine is headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with research and development facilities in the Greater Boston area and clinical operations in the Cayman Islands. 3Spine has raised a total of $52.3mm to date from private sources.
www.3spine.com
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RICHMOND, Va., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Corporation (NYSE:UVV) will webcast its conference call on May 25, 2022, following the release of its results for the fiscal year 2022 after market close on that date. The conference call will begin at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time and will be hosted by Candace C. Formacek, Vice President and Treasurer.
A live webcast of the conference call will be available online on a listen-only basis at www.universalcorp.com. A replay of the webcast conference call will be available at that site through August 25, 2022. A taped replay of the call will also be available from 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time on May 25th through June 7, 2022, at (866) 813-9403. The telephone replay identification number is 134295.
All remarks made during the conference call will be current at the time of the call, and the language of the call will not be updated to reflect subsequent material developments.
While news media representatives will not be able to ask questions during the webcast, they are welcome to monitor the remarks on a listen-only basis. The use of any comments made by Universal employees or other participants during the call will be restricted for background use only and not for attribution. The contents of the presentation are the property of Universal Corporation, protected by copyright law, and may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Universal Corporation. Rebroadcast of the copyrighted call or any portion thereof is prohibited.
Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is a global business-to-business agri-products supplier to consumer product manufacturers, operating in over 30 countries on five continents. We strive to be the supplier of choice for our customers by leveraging our farmer base, our commitment to a sustainable supply chain, and our ability to provide high-quality, customized, traceable, value-added agri-products essential for our customers' requirements. We find innovative solutions to serve our customers and have been meeting their agri-product needs for more than 100 years. Our principal focus since our founding in 1918 has been tobacco, and we are the leading global leaf tobacco supplier. Through our plant-based ingredients platform, we provide a variety of value-added manufacturing processes to produce high-quality, specialty vegetable- and fruit-based ingredients as well as botanical extracts and flavorings for the food and beverage end markets. For more information, visit www.universalcorp.com.
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CrowdStrike and CyberArk invest in Dig's seed round, which was led by Team8, alongside Merlin Ventures and chairs of MongoDB and Exabeam
TEL AVIV, Israel, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloud data security company Dig emerged from stealth today, announcing $11M in seed funding for the first cloud Data Detection and Response (DDR) solution. The seed round was led by Team8, with cybersecurity firms CrowdStrike, through their Falcon Fund, and CyberArk joining as strategic investors alongside Merlin Ventures. Moving beyond posture solutions, Dig Security helps organizations discover, monitor, detect, protect and govern their cloud data in real time through a single unified policy engine.
Angel investors include Tom Killalea (Chairman of MongoDB), Jeff Fagnan (Carbon Black, Veracode), Nir Polak (Founder of Exabeam), Ori Fragman (CISO Europe of Ahold Delhaize) and Nitzan Shapira (Founder of Epsagon).[1]
Data is the ultimate target of most cyberattacks; it's the easiest way to profit from hacking. However, data in the cloud is fragmented across multiple clouds and services. A typical enterprise stores data on more than 20 types of service and thousands of instances. These organizations don't have visibility, context or control over their cloud data. Existing data security solutions weren't built to protect cloud data and are often irrelevant.
"I've spoken to more than a hundred CISOs and hear the same complaints over and over", said Dan Benjamin, CEO and co-founder of Dig. "Companies don't know what data they hold in the cloud, where it is, or — most importantly — how to protect it. They have tools to protect endpoints, networks, APIs… but nothing to actively secure their data in public clouds".
Dig gives organizations complete control over their cloud data, providing real-time Data Detection and Response (DDR). Using one of the industry's most comprehensive threat models for cloud data attacks, Dig detects, analyzes and responds instantly to threats to cloud data, triggering alerts on suspicious or anomalous activity, stopping attacks, exfiltrations and employee data misuse.
The solution discovers all data assets across public clouds and brings context to how they are used. It also tracks whether each data source supports compliance like SOC2 and HIPAA.
Dig was founded by Dan Benjamin, Ido Azran and Gad Akuka, three veteran entrepreneurs who've previously founded successful companies that were acquired by major firms. They also gained experience at tech giants including Google and Microsoft. Since it was founded, Dig has grown extremely quickly; the company already has a large data security research team and paying customers.
"It's rare to meet a founding team who have both an insider view of cloud security challenges from within Microsoft and Google's cloud organizations, alongside the experience of founding successfully acquired security companies," said Liran Grinberg, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Team8. "Dig's active approach, bringing detection and response to data in the cloud, is precisely what the market needs. Data security in the cloud is high on the priority list of most CISOs today and we're proud to invest in the company we believe will lead this category."
"Organizations that lack visibility across their infrastructure have data protection challenges," said Michael Sentonas, Chief Technology Officer at CrowdStrike. "Through our Falcon Fund, we look forward to supporting Dig in their journey to provide data transparency, improving cloud data security and protection."
[1] Angel investors in their personal capacities. Affiliations included for identification purposes only.
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NEW YORK, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ropes & Gray's award-winning private equity industry group advised clients on a series of large and sophisticated transactions in the first quarter, a breadth of deals that showcases the outstanding work of skilled and experienced attorneys based in 12 offices around the world.
In the first quarter, Ropes & Gray signed 52 private equity-backed deals valued at roughly $33 billion including 19 middle-market transactions valued at $6 billion.
Ropes & Gray is a preeminent law firm for market-leading private equity sponsors, investors and companies executing ambitious and complex transactions. The firm was named "Technology Group of the Year" for 2021 by Law360 in recognition for its work on behalf of PE clients investing in software, life sciences and health care technology, consumer hardware, semiconductors, digital platforms and fintech.
During the first quarter, Ropes & Gray's private equity industry group advised:
- Genstar Capital in its investment in Lightspeed Systems, in partnership with Madison Dearborn Partners.
- Berkshire Partners in its investment in Ensemble Health Partners, in partnership with Warburg Pincus.
- TPG Capital in the $4.3 billion sale of Wind River, a software company, to Aptiv PLC.
- New Mountain Capital in the sale of Cloudmed to R1 RCM, Inc., a transaction that values Cloudmed at approximately $4.1 billion.
- Welsh Carson Anderson & Stowe and portfolio company Valtruis in the three-way merger of Fresenius Health Partners, InterWell Health and Cricket Health, in a transactions valued at $2.4 billion, creating a U.S. kidney care provider operating as InterWell Health.
- Thomas H. Lee Partners in its acquisition of Intelligent Medical Objects, a healthcare data enablement provider, from Warburg Pincus.
- TPG Capital in closing its sale, valued at $14 billion, of McAfee Corp. to a consortium led by Advent International and Permira Advisers and Crosspoint Capital.
"Ropes & Gray picked up in the first quarter at much the same pace that characterized the firm's record breaking performance in 2021," said David Blittner, co-chair of Ropes & Gray's private equity transactions group. "Our private equity attorneys are representing a larger and more diverse group of clients investing in a wider assortment of sectors than ever before."
In 2021, Ropes & Gray lawyers advised on more than 220 private equity deals valued at more than $200 billion eclipsing its own record set in 2020 of more than 190 transactions valued at $140 billion. Ropes & Gray rose to 3rd place in Mergermarket's 2021 U.S. league tables for private equity buyouts by value, and retained its 3rd place ranking for buyouts by deal count.
"The firm's continued growth is testament to the strong client relationships which our attorneys continue to build with private equity clients both in the U.S. and around the world," said Carolyn Vardi, head of the firm's private equity industry group. "Ropes & Gray is on the cutting edge of private equity-backed transactional work."
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COVID-19 variant BA.5 dominates US as another variant grows
Published: Aug. 2, 2022 at 1:34 PM CDT|Updated: 34 minutes ago
(CNN) - The omicron subvariant BA.5 continues to be the main cause of COVID-19 infections in the United States, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says a new coronavirus variant, BA.4.6, is growing among other strains.
The new strain has been found in 47 states and territories.
It has similar mutations to subvariant BA.4 but is slightly better at avoiding immunity.
The new subvariant caused an estimated 4% of new infections during the last week of July. Meanwhile, BA.5 caused an estimated 86% of those infections.
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BEIJING, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The first swap for LPG priced against the Argus Ningbo Index, covering propane delivered at the eastern Chinese port of Ningbo, was traded on 20 April.
Swaps are a risk management tool enabling buyers and sellers to lock in a profit margin and protect themselves against unfavourable price movements. Argus Ningbo Index swaps were launched by US based Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) on 28 March.
Argus launched physical price assessments for propane and butane delivered to Ningbo in January 2021 at the request of industry participants. China is the world's largest consumer of LPG, accounting for more than a fifth of global seaborne trade. Demand for LPG has been fuelled by the construction of more than 20 propane dehydrogenation (PDH) petrochemical plants in China, which use LPG as a feedstock.
Companies operating in China had requested that Argus develop a new price to represent LPG delivered to China specifically, as an alternative to them using a more regional benchmark that reflected market conditions in more than one country. They also called for the development of a related swap so that they could hedge their exposure.
"We are delighted the Argus CFR Ningbo-settled contract, launched only last month on ICE, has already begun to trade," Argus Media chairman and chief executive Adrian Binks said. "The Chinese LPG market is huge and rapidly growing, and it is appropriate that it should have its own physical pricing and hedging tools that reflect domestic conditions."
The swap traded for 1,000 tonnes at $840/t for June, between a Chinese importer and a bank.
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Earnings trend continues; strategies lift EPS and margin
MT. PLEASANT, Mich., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Isabella Bank Corporation (the "Corporation") (OTCQX: ISBA) reported net income of $5.3 million for the second quarter of 2022 and $10 million for the six-month period ended June 30, 2022. Earnings per common share were $0.70 in the second quarter and $1.33 for the first six months of 2022.
Second-quarter 2022 highlights include:
- Earnings per share of $0.70 grew 21% in comparison to the second quarter of 2021.
- Net interest income improved $2.2 million compared to the second quarter of 2021, aided by a 39% decline in interest expense.
- Net interest margin yield benefited from rising interest rates, increasing 37 basis points compared to the second quarter of 2021.
- Loans grew $53.5 million during the second quarter, driven by commercial loans.
"We continue to deliver solid financial results as shown in our second quarter performance," said Jae A. Evans, President & CEO. "Isabella Bank continues to experience increased net income and improvement in net interest margin. With additional interest rate increases anticipated by the Federal Reserve, we expect these improvements to continue throughout the remainder of 2022.
"Despite continued concerns over how inflation and other events happening around the world may impact the financial services industry, we continue to pursue strategic initiatives to enhance shareholder and customer value," Evans added.
"During the second quarter, we announced the construction of a new full-service branch in Saginaw, expanding our presence within the Great Lakes Bay Region. The Bank also successfully completed a planned online banking conversion during the quarter, thereby enhancing our customers' experience. We remain committed to meeting the needs of our communities and our customers by providing innovative and competitive products and services."
Operating Results
Net income: Net income for the second quarter 2022 was $5.3 million, a 14.6% increase compared to $4.6 million in the second quarter of 2021. For the first six months of 2022 and 2021, net income was $10 million. Net interest income improved, offset by increased operating expenses, as described below.
Net interest income: Net interest income for the first half of 2022 increased $2.5 million compared to the same period in 2021. While Paycheck Protection Program loan fees declined during the period, rising interest rates within the loan portfolio and growth in loans and investment securities drove a $934,000 increase in gross interest income during the six-month period ended June 30, 2022, compared to the same period in 2021. The Corporation continued to benefit from a reduction in higher-cost borrowings as interest expense on deposits and borrowings decreased $1.6 million, or 38.8%, for the six-month period ended June 30, 2022, compared to the same period in 2021. A $522,000 provision for loan losses expense was recorded during the first half of 2022, compared to a $492,000 provision reversal during the same period in 2021, as initial concerns over potential credit quality issues related to the onset of the pandemic did not materialize.
Noninterest income and expenses: Noninterest income increased $295,000 during the first half of 2022, compared to the same period in 2021. A $968,000 increase in service charges and fees that included $577,000 of OMSR income, was partially offset by a $726,000 reduction in gain on sale of loans as residential mortgage originations declined. Noninterest expenses for the first six months of 2022 increased $1.7 million, as a result of increased compensation, other losses, consulting, marketing, and donations and community relations, as many charitable organizations resumed activities and events.
Net yield on interest earning assets: The Corporation's fully taxable equivalent net yield on interest earning assets was 3.16% and 3.01% for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to 2.79% and 2.88% for the same periods in 2021. This marked improvement is the result of strategies management implemented In 2019 and 2020, focused on improving the net yields as rates declined, including enhanced pricing related to loans and a reduced reliance on higher-cost borrowed funds and brokered deposits. Considering the rate increases during the first half of 2022 and the anticipation of future rate increases in the remainder of the year, the Corporation expects continued improvement in the net yield on interest earning assets.
Balance Sheet
Assets: The Corporation had $2.05 billion in total assets and $2.8 billion of assets under management as of June 30, 2022. Managed assets included loans sold and serviced of $273.3 million and $454.5 million in investment and trust assets managed by Isabella Wealth.
Loans: Loans outstanding as of June 30, 2022 totaled $1.3 billion. While gross loans declined $29.1 million since December 31, 2021, due to a decrease in advances to mortgage brokers, loans increased $53.5 million or 4.4%, during the second quarter of 2022. Credit quality remains strong as evidenced by total past due and nonaccrual loans which were 0.12% of gross loans as of June 30, 2022.
Deposits: Total deposits were $1.8 billion as of June 30, 2022, an increase of $49.5 million, or 2.90%, since December 31, 2021. Growth in accounts from new customers is the driving factor behind this increase.
Capital: The Bank is considered a "well-capitalized" institution, as its capital ratios exceeded the minimum designated requirements. As of June 30, 2022, the Bank's Tier 1 Leverage Ratio was 8.99%, Tier 1 Capital Ratio was 13.50% and Total Capital Ratio was 14.22%. The minimum requirements to be considered well capitalized are a Tier 1 Leverage Ratio of 5.0%, Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 8.0% and Total Capital Ratio of 10.0%.
Dividend: During the second quarter of 2022, the Corporation paid a $0.27 per common share cash dividend. Based on the Corporation's closing stock price of $24.80 as of June 30, 2022, the annualized cash dividend yield was 4.35%.
About the Corporation
Isabella Bank Corporation (OTCQX: ISBA) is the parent holding company of Isabella Bank, a state chartered community bank headquartered in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Isabella Bank was established in 1903 and has been committed to serving the local banking needs of its customers and communities for 119 years. The Bank offers personal and commercial lending and deposit products, as well as investment, trust, and estate planning services through Isabella Wealth. The Bank has locations throughout seven Mid-Michigan counties: Clare, Gratiot, Isabella, Mecosta, Midland, Montcalm, and Saginaw.
For more information about Isabella Bank Corporation, visit the investors link at www.isabellabank.com. Isabella Bank Corporation common stock is quoted on the OTCQX tier of the OTC Markets Group, Inc.'s electronic quotation system (www.otcmarkets.com) under the symbol "ISBA." The Corporation's market maker is Boenning & Scattergood, Inc. (www.boenninginc.com) and its investor relations firm is Renmark Financial Communications, Inc. (www.renmarkfinancial.com).
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This press release includes forward-looking statements. To the extent that the foregoing information refers to matters that may occur in the future, please be aware that such forward-looking statements may differ materially from the actual results. Additional information concerning some of the factors that could cause materially different results is included in the sections titled "Risk Factors" and "Forward Looking Statements" set forth in Isabella Bank Corporation's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available from the Securities and Exchange Commission's Public Reference facilities and from its website at www.sec.gov.
AVERAGE BALANCES, INTEREST RATE, AND NET INTEREST INCOME (UNAUDITED)
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The following schedules present the daily average amount outstanding for each major category of interest earning assets, non-earning assets, interest bearing liabilities, and noninterest bearing liabilities. These schedules also present an analysis of interest income and interest expense for the periods indicated. All interest income is reported on a fully taxable equivalent (FTE) basis using a federal income tax rate of 21%. Loans in nonaccrual status, for the purpose of the following computations, are included in the average loan balances. Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) and Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) restricted equity holdings are included in other interest earning assets.
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During ECW's high-level mission – with strategic partners USAID, FCDO/UK and Theirworld – USAID announced a new $18 million contribution.
CHISINAU, Moldavia, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Expanding on Education Cannot Wait's (ECW) US$5 million Ukraine First Emergency Response grant announced in March, ECW today announced a new, initial US$1.5 million allocation to support the education in emergencies response for the Ukraine refugee crisis in Moldova while on mission with strategic partners USAID, FCDO/UK and Theirworld. This new allocation brings ECW's total Ukraine crisis education response to US$6.5 million to date.
The new grant will be delivered in partnership with the Government of Moldova to ensure refugee children and youth can access safe and protective learning opportunities. Investments will also benefit children in the host communities.
During the high-level mission, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced an additional US$18 million contribution to the ECW global trust fund to further support ECW education responses in crisis-impacted countries across the globe. This contribution makes the USA the third largest donor to ECW – the United Nations global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises – after Germany and the UK.
With an estimated US$30 million funding gap for the emergency education response in Ukraine, ECW calls on donors and strategic partners to urgently provide additional funding to respond to the vast humanitarian crisis unfolding across the region.
According to recent reports, approximately 400,000 people have crossed the border into Moldova fleeing the escalation of the conflict in Ukraine since February. While the majority continued their journey towards other neighboring countries and Western Europe, Moldova hosts today an estimated 100,000 refugees. These include about 50,000 refugee girls and boys, of whom only 1,800 are currently enrolled in school.
"Refugee children from Ukraine have fled a brutal war and have arrived dispossessed and traumatized in Moldova. Public schools are open to refugee children, however the capacity is over-stretched and there is a need for urgent mental health and psycho-social services, sanitation, and teachers to respond to the influx of pre-school and school-aged refugee children," said Yasmine Sherif, Director of Education Cannot Wait.
The war is putting children and adolescents living in Ukraine at grave risk. Recent estimates indicate that almost 5 million refugees have fled Ukraine, with an additional 7.1 million people internally displaced. All school-age children in Ukraine have seen their education disrupted by the conflict, and according to the latest estimates, more than 900 education facilities have been destroyed or damaged in the fighting, and as many as 3.3 million school-aged children require urgent humanitarian assistance.
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More than 800 people across the U.S. have been charged in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol, which left officers bloodied and sent lawmakers into hiding, and federal authorities continue to make new arrests practically every week.
The charges against members of the angry pro-Trump mob range from low-level misdemeanors for those who only entered the Capitol to felony seditious conspiracy charges against far-right extremists.
It’s the largest prosecution in the history of the Justice Department, whose leader, Attorney General Merrick Garland, has vowed to hold accountable “all January 6th perpetrators, at any level.”
As the U.S. House committee investigating the attack prepares to hold a series of public hearings to detail its findings, here’s a look at where the criminal cases stand:
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WHO HAS BEEN CHARGED?
Authorities have arrested people in practically all 50 states in connection with the riot. They include former police officers and U.S. military veterans, a five-time Olympic swimming medalist and the son of a New York City judge.
Hundreds of people who went inside but didn’t take part in any destruction or violence are facing only misdemeanor crimes like illegal entry, picketing in the Capitol and disorderly conduct that call for up to a year behind bars.
More than 250 people have been charged with assaulting or impeding law enforcement who were trying to protect the Capitol, including more than 85 accused of using a deadly or dangerous weapon or causing serious bodily injury to an officer. Others have been accused of assaulting members of the media — one an Associated Press photographer — or destroying media equipment.
The most serious cases have been brought against members of two far-right extremist groups, the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys.
The leaders of both groups have been arrested and remain locked up while they await trial later this year for seditious conspiracy, which alleges a plot to forcibly oppose the lawful transfer of presidential power. The rarely used Civil War-era charge calls for up to 20 years in prison.
WHO HAS BEEN CONVICTED?
More than 300 people have pleaded guilty to a slew of crimes, including conspiracy and assault. Among them are three Oath Keepers who have admitted to seditious conspiracy, are cooperating with investigators and could testify against their fellow extremists at trial.
There have been seven trials so far in the District of Columbia’s federal court. The first five juries convicted the riot defendants of all charges.
The convicted include Thomas Webster, a 20-year New York Police Department veteran who attacked an officer during the riot. Webster claimed he was defending himself when he tackled the officer and grabbed his gas mask.
Jurors also rejected the defense of an Ohio man who claimed he was only “following presidential orders” from former President Donald Trump when he stormed the Capitol. Dustin Byron Thompson was convicted of obstructing Congress from certifying the electoral vote and other charges.
A judge decided two other cases without a jury, acquitting one of the defendants and partially acquitting the other.
U.S. District Court Judge Trevor McFadden, who was appointed by Trump, convicted Otero County, New Mexico, Commissioner Couy Griffin of illegally entering restricted Capitol grounds, but acquitted him of engaging in disorderly conduct.
In the other misdemeanor case, McFadden found Matthew Martin of New Mexico not guilty of charges that he illegally entered the Capitol and engaged in disorderly conduct, saying it was reasonable for Martin to believe that outnumbered police officers allowed him and others to enter through the Rotunda doors.
WHAT ABOUT THE PUNISHMENTS?
Nearly 200 people have been sentenced so far. The punishments have ranged from probation to more than five years behind bars. About 100 people who were charged with lower level crimes have avoided going to prison, although some of those received time in home detention.
The longest sentence — more than five years — was given to Robert Palmer of Largo, Florida, who threw a wooden plank and sprayed a fire extinguisher at officers before hurling the fire extinguisher at them.
Others who received lengthy sentences include Jacob Chansley, the spear-carrying rioter whose horned fur hat, bare chest and face paint made him one of the more recognizable figures in the attack. Chansley, who called himself “QAnon Shaman,” got about 31/2 years behind bars after admitting to entering the Senate chamber and writing a note to Vice President Mike Pence that said: “It’s only a matter of time, justice is coming.”
WHAT’S NEXT?
The two most high-profile trials — involving the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys — are expected to take place this summer and fall.
Henry “Enrique” Tarrio, who was once the Proud Boys’ top boss, and four others linked to the group were charged on Monday with seditious conspiracy after previously facing other conspiracy counts. They are scheduled to stand trial beginning Aug. 9.
Tarrio, who has since stepped down from his post as the group’s chairman, was arrested in a separate case two days before the riot and was not at the Capitol on Jan. 6. But he is accused of helping put into motion the violent attack.
The trial for the Oath Keepers leader, Stewart Rhodes, and four other members and associates the group is scheduled to start Sept. 26. Prosecutors say the Oath Keepers plotted for weeks to try to overturn the election results and prepared for a siege by purchasing weapons and setting up battle plans.
Authorities are still searching for many suspects, including the person who planted two pipe bombs outside the offices of the Republican and Democratic national committees the night before the melee.
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JERUSALEM (AP) — In a 10-year political career, Israel’s Yair Lapid has transformed himself from an upstart political novice to a feisty opposition leader to the savvy operator who toppled Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Next week, he is expected to assume his biggest role yet — as the new prime minister.
Following the government’s decision to dissolve parliament, Lapid, now foreign minister, is set to take office as caretaker prime minister until elections in the fall. It will be a critical test for Lapid, 58, who will try to convince Israelis he is worthy of the top office as he takes on a resurgent Netanyahu.
“A year ago, we started the process of rebuilding, and now: we’re carrying it on, and carrying it on together,” Lapid declared late Monday as he stood alongside his main coalition partner, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett.
Officially, the two men were announcing the end of their year-old government — an alliance of eight diverse parties that was severely weakened by months of infighting and rebellion. But in many ways, Lapid sounded like he was beginning his next campaign.
“Even if we are going to elections in a few months, the challenges we face will not wait,” he said, pointing to Israel’s high cost of living and security challenges in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran.
In a swipe at Netanyahu, who is on trial for corruption charges, he vowed to “stand against the forces threatening to turn Israel into a nondemocratic country.” Netanyahu, believing he is the victim of a political witch hunt, has made clear he intends to take on the country’s legal and law-enforcement establishment if he returns to power.
A former author, columnist, news anchor, bank pitchman and amateur boxer, Lapid left a successful career as a media personality to enter politics in 2012 as head of a new centrist party popular with middle-class Israelis.
He promised economic relief, an end to controversial draft exemptions for seminary students and a more moderate approach to the Palestinians.
Unlike the right-wing parties that dominate Israel’s political system, Lapid favors peace talks leading to an eventual two-state solution with the Palestinians, although it’s unclear if he will ever have the kind of mandate needed to engage in such a process.
In 2013, he led his new Yesh Atid party to a surprisingly strong showing in parliamentary elections. Yesh Atid finished as the second-largest party, with 19 seats in the 120-member parliament.
Lapid became finance minister, a difficult and often thankless task. While marking some successes, his key promises of lowering the cost of living and bringing down housing prices failed to materialize. Netanyahu eventually fired him for insubordination.
Yesh Atid dropped to 11 seats in the 2015 elections. Lapid found himself in the opposition and appeared to be on the way to becoming the latest in a long line of centrist politicians to flame out after early success.
But Lapid managed to reinvent himself. He formed an alliance with former military chief Benny Gantz that came close to toppling Likud in three consecutive elections.
Those elections, focused on Netanyahu’s divisive personality and fitness to rule, all ended inconclusively. Moving to end the deadlock, Gantz briefly joined forces with Netanyahu in 2020 — leaving Lapid as opposition leader and a vocal government critic.
When the country went back to the polls in early 2021, Yesh Atid once again surged and emerged as the second-largest party in parliament. In a stroke of creative diplomacy and political savvy, Lapid cobbled together a new coalition that pushed Netanyahu into the opposition for the first time in 12 years.
Although Lapid was the mastermind of the alliance, he cemented the deal by agreeing to rotate the job of prime minister with Bennett — a move that was seen by many as selfless and statesmanlike. Lapid took on the post of foreign minister.
The coalition members spanned the Israeli political spectrum, with little binding them together beyond opposition to Netanyahu. The government made history by being the first to include an Arab party.
The coalition got off to a strong start — passing the first national budget in several years, navigating a pair of coronavirus waves and improving relations with the U.S. and Arab allies.
Ultimately, ideological differences caused it to unravel. Parliament is expected to dissolve itself in a series of votes over the coming days. Once that happens, Lapid takes over as caretaker prime minister until elections in October or November.
The coming months present great risk — and great opportunity. Once again, Netanyahu’s Likud party appears to be the front-runner. And once again, Netanyahu’s leadership style and legal woes are likely to be high on voters’ minds.
While Lapid is sure to face relentless attacks from Netanyahu, who has tried to portray him as a lightweight who betrayed Israel’s security by allying with an Arab faction, he will do so from the perch of the prime minister’s office.
After serving as foreign minister for the past year, he will have even more opportunities to strengthen his international standing. He is set to host President Joe Biden on a visit next month and will have the opportunity to speak at the United Nations General Assembly in September.
Lapid spoke to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday to prepare for Biden’s visit, the Foreign Ministry said.
“The visit will have significant implications for the region and the fight against Iran, as well as immense potential to significantly improve regional stability and security,” it said.
As caretaker prime minister, he is unlikely to launch any major military operations or bold peace initiatives with the Palestinians. If Lapid can keep things quiet and avoid controversy, he could be well-positioned for the next election.
“Lapid has to work now at looking prime ministerial,” wrote Anshel Pfeffer, a columnist at the Haaretz daily. “His new post, from next week on, as interim prime minister is his greatest asset going into the election.”
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Optical retailer will donate $5 for every pair of SU2C glasses sold July 18-Aug. 27
DALLAS, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A whopping 1 in 3 people in the United States will develop cancer during their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. At Eyemart Express, local communities can support Stand Up To Cancer's (SU2C) research efforts by purchasing new glasses. The nonprofit organization aims to make all cancer patients long-term survivors. For every pair of SU2C glasses purchased from July 18 through Aug. 27 at the optical retailer, $5 will be donated to the important cause.
Participating in the fundraiser is easy. Shoppers can visit any Eyemart Express store and have SU2C frames, exclusively made in collaboration with SU2C and Visual Eyes Eyewear, made into prescription glasses or sunglasses. The unisex collection accommodates a variety of personal styles, with an assortment of 22 frames ranging from bold, color-block designs to more traditional looking tortoise and metal frames. Preview the full collection, starting at $69.95, here.
"Cancer impacts so many families and communities," says Katy Hanson, Eyemart Express CMO. "Our fundraiser is an easy way to honor a loved one and contribute to the life-saving research that Stand Up To Cancer does while keeping your eyes healthy."
Eyemart Express has pledged a $25,000 donation to the organization in honor of its seventh year hosting the in-store fundraiser. Over the years, the retailer has raised more than $689,000 with this dedicated collection for SU2C in partnership with Visual Eyes Eyewear.
Find a local Eyemart Express to shop the exclusive frame collection and support Stand Up To Cancer at eyemartexpress.com/get-glasses. Get more information about Stand Up To Cancer at standuptocancer.org.
About Eyemart Express
Eyemart Express (EyemartExpress.com) is a national optical retailer known for providing high-quality prescription eyewear with a focus on affordability and convenience. Eyemart Express ranks among the top optical retailers in the country with its family of brands: Vision 4 Less, Visionmart Express, and Eyewear Express. The company is based in Farmers Branch, Texas, and has 236 stores in 42 states. Eyemart Express offers a robust frame selection for the whole family with more than 2,000 frames from brands such as Ray-Ban, Coach, Nike, and Disney. On-site lens labs and skilled lab technicians can deliver high-quality glasses in as little as 30 minutes.
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ATLANTA , Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Clark Atlanta University's (CAU) Executive Leadership Institute and higher education stakeholders announced that its accepting applications for the 2023 Community of Fellows for the HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) at CAU. Since its launch in 2021, HBCU ELI has seen an increase in the number of applications, including candidates from a variety of industries ranging from education and finance to marketing and law. The growth signifies the relevancy of ELI's curriculum amid the pandemic and included the most diverse executive leadership cohort in history.
The Executive Leadership Institute is a 12-month leadership development program at Clark Atlanta University. Through interactive learning sessions with ELI faculty and discussion with education practitioners, each will build networks and develop management and leadership skills for immediate application, with the goal of advancing equity in educational outcomes for all students.
Since 2021, more than one hundred and fifty candidates applied to join the prestigious group. Over 90% of whom have an existing HBCU affiliation as alums and or administrators. Each year, ELI selects 20-30 qualified candidates.
The groundbreaking initiative continues to serve as an incubator for recruiting and developing the future presidents of over 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The first program of its kind, ELI is preserving and strengthening HBCUs as a hub for education, opportunity and uplift in the Black community. The effort is supported by multiple donors, including the Chan Zuckerberg Institute, ECMC, and the Rich Foundation, Bank of America, UMC, among others.
Since 2021, some of the following ELI fellows have accepted promotions/appointments:
- Dr. Rochelle Ford appointed President of Dillard University. Former Dean, School of Communications at Elon University
- Dr. Josiah Sampson, promoted to Vice President for Enrollment Management at Jackson State University
- Dr. Keith Hargrove appointed Provost & Sr. VP for Academic Affairs, Tuskegee University. Former Dean, College of Engineer, Tennessee State University.
- Dr. Kara Brown appointed Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at University of Arkansas (UA) Little Rock. Former Dean of Student Life/Dean of Student Activities, UA Pine Bluff.
- Dr. Letizia Gambrell-Boone appointed Vice President for Student Affairs. Former Director, Research Initiative and Public Hearings.
- Dr. Zakiya Brown promoted to Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at Lincoln University of Missouri. Former CSAO/Dean of Students, Title IX Coordinator and Chief Diversity Officer.
- Dr. Braque Talley promoted by Alabama A&M University (AAMU) named as its next Vice-President for Student Affairs. Former Vice Chancellor, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
- Dr. Michael J. Self, Sr. selected as Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Lincoln University of Missouri. Former Assistant Provost and Dean, Metropolitan State University
ELI's robust curriculum equips fellows with the tools and insights to effectively lead an HBCU. This includes operations, budgeting, alumni relations, fundraising and development, as well as board governance and human resource management. The new 2023 cohort will participate in both virtual and in-person classes to help better equip them to fill vacant HBCU presidencies and other executive leadership positions.
"HBCUs are critical to our macroeconomy as cognitive diversity is key to global innovation" said Dr. George T. French Jr., President of Clark Atlanta University. "Through the ELI at CAU, we've established a reputation as a premier pipeline for the next generation of higher education leaders who take a thoughtful, modern approach to education innovation."
The Executive Leadership Program leverages the expertise of outstanding practitioners, including members of the HBCU ELI Advisory Board and the Council of HBCU Past Presidents, each of whom partners with ELI faculty (current and past presidents) to bring their leadership experience into the program.
According to UNCF (7/2022), HBCUs account for just 3% of US higher education institutions yet educate 10% of all Black college students.; graduate 80% of Black judges, 50% of Black doctors, and 50% of Black lawyers in the US; and award 24% of all bachelor's degrees received by African Americans in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.
"The first community of fellows learned and connected in a manner that is unprecedented for executive programs, largely in part to the work of our amazing leadership team," said Dr. Phyllis Worthy Dawkins, Executive Director of the HBCU ELI at CAU and former President of Bennett College. "This unique curriculum was designed specifically for HBCUs, and we look forward to seeing the fruits of our labor. HBCUs matter today — now more than ever."
The Institute is currently accepting highly qualified applications through October 19, 2022 for the class of 2023 ELI at CAU. For program updates visit https://www.cau.edu/school-of-education/HBCU-Executive-Leadership-Institute/index.html. Join the conversation on social media @hbcueli and #hbcueli.
ELI at CAU equips high-potential leaders with tools and strategies that support the education and business goals of more than 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Through ELI at CAU, the ability of HBCUs to survive and thrive is improved. In addition to granting thousands of degrees each year, HBCUs also boast illustrious alumni like Martin Luther King, Jr., Oprah Winfrey, and Vice President Kamala Harris, among others. For more information, join the conversation on social media @hbcueli; #hbcueli.
Established in 1988 by the historic consolidation of Atlanta University (1865) and Clark College (1869), Clark Atlanta University continues a 150-year legacy rooted in African American tradition and focused on the future. Through global innovation, educational experiences, and high-value engagement, CAU cultivates lifted lives that transform the world. Notable alumni include: James Weldon Johnson; American civil rights activist, poet, and songwriter (Lift Every Voice and Sing "The Black National Anthem"; Ralph David Abernathy Sr., American civil rights activist; Congressman Hank Johnson, Georgia District 4; Kenya Barris, American award-winning television and movie producer; Kenny Leon, Tony Award-winning Broadway Director; Jacque Reid, Emmy Award-winning Television Personality and Journalist; Brandon Thompson, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion for NASCAR; Valeisha Butterfield Jones, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the Recording Academy. To learn more about Clark Atlanta University, visit cau.edu.
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WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Brandon Nakashima’s victory over 2021 Wimbledon semifinalist Denis Shapovalov at Court 12 on Thursday at the All England Club? Martin Blackman was there.
That came after Taylor Fritz used a full-on, headfirst dive to reach an unreachable shot on the way to eliminating Alastair Gray on the same patch of grass. Blackman was present for that one, too, just as he was for Jenson Brooksby’s win at Court 17.
All in all, it’s been quite a productive — and rare — start to Wimbledon for Nakashima, Fritz, Brooksby and other American men: There will be eight of them in the third round, accounting for a quarter of the 32 players left in the field, the most for the country at the grass-court Grand Slam tournament since 1995. It’s also the most at any major since the 1996 U.S. Open.
And so, in some ways, it’s been quite a start for the U.S. Tennis Association and Blackman, the general manager of USTA Player Development.
“It was fun. It was really fun. I was bouncing around,” Blackman said during an evening rain delay Thursday, before heading back out to watch 18-year-old American Coco Gauff beat Mihaela Buzarnescu 6-2, 6-3 on Centre Court.
Gauff, the French Open runner-up, became the fourth U.S. woman in the third round, joining No. 8 seed Jessica Pegula, No. 20 Amanda Anisimova and Alison Riske-Amritraj. Gauff faces Anisimova next.
“We’re moving in the right direction. Obviously the goal isn’t the third round. The goal is much farther than that,” Blackman said. “But when you get numbers like this, it’s an indicator of a process that’s working. So I think that’s what’s so encouraging. All the guys that are in the third round want to go much farther; I don’t think any of them are satisfied.”
Still, any sort of positive sign for U.S. men in tennis is bound to gain attention. They haven’t had the success the women have lately, led, of course, by Serena Williams and Venus Williams, but also with major trophies in the past five years for Sloane Stephens and Sofia Kenin, and runners-up in that span such as Gauff and Madison Keys.
Consider the history: No man from the country that produced Bill Tilden and Don Budge, John McEnroe and Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras and Andre Agassi has won any singles Grand Slam title since Andy Roddick did 19 years ago at the U.S. Open.
Then there’s this: In 2013, zero men from the United States reached Wimbledon’s third round — something that hadn’t happened since 1912, when no Americans entered the event.
“It’s great to see everyone doing well, going deep in these tournaments,” said Nakashima, a 20-year-old Californian who is ranked 56th and got past the 13th-seeded Shapovalov, a Canadian, 6-2, 4-6, 6-1, 7-6 (6) to get to the third round at the second consecutive major. “I’m just happy to be on the list.”
So let’s look at that list. He joins two other Californians who advanced Thursday — No. 11 seed Fritz beat Britain’s Alastair Gray 6-3, 7-6 (3), 6-3, and No. 29 Brooksby beat France’s Benjamin Bonzi 7-6 (3), 7-5, 6-3 — along with four U.S. men who will play in the third round Friday: No. 20 John Isner (against No. 10 Jannik Sinner of Italy), No. 23 Frances Tiafoe (against Alexander Bublik of Kazakhstan), No. 30 Tommy Paul (against Jiri Vesely of the Czech Republic) and unseeded Steve Johnson (against No. 9 Cam Norrie of Britain).
The country is assured of an eighth spot in the third round because two Americans were facing each other in a match suspended because of rain and postponed until Friday. Jack Sock was leading Maxime Cressy 6-4, 6-4.
“I mean, we don’t have what everyone’s kind of looking for in terms of like the world No. 1 or the Grand Slam champion, but we have so much depth — like so much more depth than I think we have ever had,” said Fritz, a 24-year-old who spent time in the USTA program full-time, as have others such as Tiafoe and Paul.
“We have so many guys seeded in the top 32, so many guys making second, third round. Probably soon we are going to have a lot of guys contending (in the) second week of Slams, quarterfinals, stuff like that,” Fritz said. “The good news is the majority of the field is younger. We are only going to keep improving, getting better.”
Among the U.S. men remaining, only Isner, a 37-year-old who defeated two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray in the second round, and Johnson, 32, are out of their 20s.
Nakashima, the youngest of the bunch, played an attacking, yet clean, brand of tennis against Shapovalov, including just 14 unforced errors while winning all seven points on which he played serve-and-volley.
“He stayed extremely solid. Was very difficult to find weaknesses,” Shapovalov said. “Didn’t give me much at all to fish for.”
Blackman pointed to a decentralized structure of sectional, regional and national camps for juniors and customized support of players from 15 to 22, sometimes letting them stay at home and sometimes bringing them into the program.
He also was sure to mention the importance of the talent and mindset of the players themselves.
“These guys want to be the best American. They have high goals. They want to be in the top 10. They want to be raising the roof at the U.S. Open in a couple of months,” he said. “That’s the part you can’t teach. It’s got to be in the head and heart — and that’s what they have, as well.”
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Which equipment for strength training is best?
When gyms shut down during the coronavirus pandemic, home gyms turned from a nicety to a necessity for many gym-goers. Even though places have opened up, people’s interest in investing in a home gym has stayed. Not only does it save time, but it can be a wise investment in the long run, saving the money you would spend on an expensive fitness club membership.
With the variety of strength-training equipment, it can be intimidating to choose the best ones to meet your fitness goals and budget. In addition to the traditional pieces, like dumbbells and barbells, there is a range of other gear like Bosu balls, resistance bands, and suspension trainers.
Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle mass, and tone up, our round-up of the best strength-training equipment will help you find suitable matches. The initial purchase costs for equipment like the TRX All-in-One Body Suspension Trainer will be well worth it because it will pay dividends in your health and wellbeing.
How to choose strength-training equipment
Before purchasing strength-training equipment, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with these popular options to figure out which ones could best meet your needs:
- Dumbbells: A staple in weight rooms and the most recognizable equipment, dumbbells range from 1 to 100 pounds. Basic dumbbells are a good place for beginners to start.
- Barbells: Barbells are great choices for heavy lifters like bodybuilders and those looking to do lower-body moves like deadlifts, squats and snatches. Some are fixed with weighted plates, while some have removable ones.
- Kettlebells: Kettlebells are versatile and there are lots of exercises that you can do with them besides kettlebell swings and cleans. Before using them, it’s well worth getting tips on maintaining good form.
- TRX: Hanging these straps on your ceiling or door will allow you to do a variety of power moves that will engage several muscle groups using dynamic movement.
- Medicine balls: These basketball-looking weights can be used as resistance for core workouts like Russian twists and V-ups. They can also be used for plyometric exercises to build strength.
- Resistance bands: Large, colored rubber bands that can be used for low-impact exercises easy on the joints. They come in different lengths, resistance levels and styles.
- Stability Balls: Another versatile piece, stability balls are handy for several moves. Consider getting these large inflatable balls if you want to focus on your core muscles and increase your spine stability.
- ViPR: This hollow tube can give you a solid, full-body workout that builds stability, strength and mobility. Holding them while doing moves like lunges can create a more dynamic workout. ViPRs come in different weights and sizes.
- Parallettes: These are favorites for CrossFit athletes and gymnasts, who use it for bodyweight training and developing definition and strength. Parallettes are great for pushups and leg kickbacks.
- BOSU balls: Resembling a stability ball cut in half, one side is dome shaped and the other is flat. Both sides can be utilized for building strength and boosting dynamic balance.
- Gliding discs: These unassuming discs can add power to your lunges and ab exercises like pikes and mountain lunges. They are best used on slippery surfaces.
What’s the Best equipment for strength training to buy?
Top equipment for strength training
Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells
What you need to know: These adjustable dumbbells combine 15 sets of weights into one dial system for a variety of strength exercises, making them ideal for those with little space at home.
What you’ll love: The dial system in the dumbbells allows you to make them lighter or heavier in 2.5-pound increments, from 5 to 52.5 pounds. You can rapidly switch from one exercise to the next while getting a challenging workout with different ranges of motion. The purchase comes with a two-year warranty.
What you should consider: The handle may not fit all hand sizes.
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TRX All-in-One Body Suspension Trainer
What you need to know: This training system is designed for all fitness levels and allows you to do strength moves that hit all your muscle groups.
What you’ll love: The TRX suspension trainer is portable and can be easily installed anywhere from doors, trees or outdoor posts. The training system comes with a suspension trainer and anchor, a door anchor, a starting guide and the TRX Training Club app. You can use these to do foundation moves that target resistance training and your core.
What you should consider: The manual provides a limited number of moves that you can do with the suspension trainer.
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FitCord X-Over Resistance Bands
What you need to know: Made with the highest-quality materials, these durable resistance bands are designed for those who want to maximize their upper-body strength and tone up.
What you’ll love: The FitCord bands up to 55 pounds in resistance and is designed for several strength-training workouts like CrossFit, physical therapy and bodybuilding. Available in seven resistance levels, it can be used as a single band or be crossed over to form an X. Made with weather-resistant latex, it has a scrunched nylon safety sleeve that offers protection in case the band snaps during use.
What you should consider: Some users may not find the cords long enough in the crossover symmetry.
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Top equipment for strength training for the money
Yes4All Vinyl Coated Kettlebell Weights
What you need to know: This blue-hued kettlebell is well-priced and built for durability and longevity.
What you’ll love: The kettlebells are made with solid cast iron and have a coating that protects the weight from damage and scratches while training. The kettlebells are sold individually and are available in weights that range from 5 to 50 pounds. Designed for a softer landing, its flat bottom and smooth handle provide a comfortable workout experience.
What you should consider: Some buyers found the bottom of the kettlebell to be wobbly and rounded and not flat, as indicated in the description.
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Black Mountain Products 2000lbs Static Strength Exercise Stability Ball
What you need to know: These stability balls can hold up to 200 pounds and will challenge anyone looking to strengthen and tone.
What you’ll love: The exercise ball is made with dense walls that provide plenty of support and durability. It comes in five different size options: 45cm, 55cm, 65cm, 75cm and 85cm. The package includes a pump if you need to re-inflate and a starter guide.
What you should consider: The ball should be stored in a secure place as the plastic can react with furniture and diminish the finish.
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What you need to know: Use these well-made ankle weights for a variety of resistance lower-body training moves.
What you’ll love: The ankle weights are made with soft and durable fabric and come with a black travel pouch. Each piece weighs 5 pounds and has an adjustable strap to make it fit around your ankles and wrists.
What you should consider: Some wearers did not find the material strong enough and said it could not withstand wear and tear.
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Worth checking out
CAP Barbell 6-Foot Solid Olympic Bar
What you need to know: This smaller version of the full-sized Olympic bar won’t take up as much room but can still give you a full-body workout.
What you’ll love: The barbell is made with high-quality solid cold steel with a chrome finish. It has rotating sleeves that reduce pressure on forearms and wrists and a medium-depth diamond knurling for a secure grip. Compact yet effective, it’s 6feet long and weighs 28 pounds.
What you should consider: Some buyers did not receive the barbell in good condition.
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What you need to know: This popular piece of workout equipment offers over 50 gym exercises for a full-body workout.
What you’ll love: The machine features a workout bench, cable pulley system and seated leg press. A durable and sturdy piece made with a solid heavy-duty steel construction frame. Offers between 5 to 210 pounds of resistance. Designed for flexibility and high performance, it has a multi-use hand grip and ankle cuffs.
What you should consider: With its hefty price tag, the equipment may not suit every budget.
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Nineteen Students Nationwide Received Award From Operator of Manufactured Home Communities
CORALVILLE, Iowa, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A Coralville student was among the 19 recipients of academic scholarships from Havenpark Communities, an operator and developer of manufactured home communities in Iowa and around the country. The scholarship recipients are awarded up to $10,000 annually to cover expenses for colleges, universities, trade, and vocational schools.
The scholarship awards are part of Havenpark's expansion of its Education Success Program, which offers financial assistance, support, mentorship, and other education initiatives to increase educational opportunities for residents. Through the mentoring program, which provides students – many of whom are first-generation college students—with encouragement and support, students are set up to succeed in their journey to certificate or degree attainment.
Omar Rodriguez Jr., a first-generation college student, finished high school this spring at City High School in Iowa City. During his time there, Rodriguez was involved in Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) as well as several advanced-level courses. He says his mother and experience in AVID were great resources when seeking information about college. He plans to attend the University of Iowa in the fall and is leaning toward majoring in civil engineering, though he is not set on it.
"I'm interested in how civil engineering applies designing into the real world. I became interested in this in middle school. We had a fun class called Applied Technology, where we explored different types of engineering such as electrical, biomedical, and nuclear," said Rodriguez.
Rodriguez says that he's grateful to be a scholarship recipient of Havenpark's Education Success Program. "I'm hoping to get a good sense of what I want to do in my career when I get to college," Rodriguez says if his friends could describe him in one word, they would say that he's dedicated.
"Hearing about Omar's compelling interests such as art and engineering were amazing. Omar is eager to take this next step in his education journey, and I can't wait to see what he becomes after he finishes school," said Robbie Pratt, CEO of Havenpark Communities. "The Education Success Program and its impact on residents brings pure joy to the staff at Havenpark."
The 2022 competitive scholarship application period ran from December 15, 2021, to January 31, 2022, with about half of the applicants rewarded with scholarships. To be eligible for consideration, applicants needed to have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above, be either a current resident of a Havenpark community or have a parent/guardian who is a resident, and must plan to enroll or continue enrollment in full-time or part-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the United States for the entire 2022-2023 academic year. Awards may transfer from a two-year institution to a four-year intuition and vice versa.
Havenpark Communities is an operator and developer of manufactured home communities and makes caring communities attainable for responsible residents across America. Since 2017, Havenpark has sourced and installed over 4,000 new factory-built homes, providing quality, affordable living to over 10,000 Americans across the country. Earlier this year, Havenpark Communities announced it has committed to adding an additional 1,000 new affordable homes across the country, including in Iowa in the coming year. Havenpark Communities believes in respectful and professional management, well-maintained communities, and attainable homeownership. Havenpark Communities makes long-term investments in its communities, providing enduring value for current and future residents.
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More than a week after they disappeared, an Alabama inmate and former corrections officer have left few clues for investigators on their trail
By Aya Elamroussi, CNN
As the search continues for a missing former Alabama corrections officer and an inmate charged with murder, authorities remain in the dark on where the pair may have gone after the SUV they used after leaving the jail turned up little new information in the case.
The 2007 Ford SUV officials believe Vicky White, 56, and inmate Casey White, 38, were traveling in during their escape from the Lauderdale County Detention Center in Alabama more than a week ago was located in a Tennessee tow lot, Sheriff Rick Singleton said Friday during a news conference.
“The car was cleaned out,” the sheriff told CNN Saturday. “There wasn’t anything left in the vehicle. They apparently took everything they had with them.”
The corrections officer, who is now no longer employed by the sheriff’s office, left with the inmate from the jail on the morning of April 29, saying she would take him to the courthouse for a mental health evaluation. She also said she would seek medical care for herself after dropping him off because she wasn’t feeling well.
The pair never arrived at the courthouse or medical facility, setting off a manhunt involving local and federal authorities.
The two are not related but may have had a romantic relationship, Singleton has said.
“It’s been a difficult week, a challenging week, a discouraging week,” Singleton told CNN Saturday. “Ultimately as a sheriff, I am responsible for the jail, and this is on my shoulders.
“I want to see that we get Casey White back behind bars, and I want to see Vicky White brought in so we can understand exactly what she was thinking,” Singleton added.
Although locating the SUV gave authorities a sense of the direction the pair was headed, investigators are still trying to piece together their movements days after they left the jail in a patrol car.
‘Back to square one’
Surveillance video from the detention center showed the pair getting into a patrol car at the facility the morning of their disappearance, with Casey White handcuffed and shackled, officials have said.
The patrol car was later abandoned in a shopping center parking lot near the jail with Vicky White’s jail keys, radio and handcuffs inside. The pair then drove off in an orange Ford SUV that Vicky White had purchased and left in the same parking lot the night before, Singleton has said.
On Friday, authorities said they located the SUV, which had been in a Tennessee tow lot for about a week. The SUV was taken there after it was found abandoned in the woods and without any identifying information last Friday.
Authorities believe the SUV may have experienced mechanical problems, which prompted the sudden stop in that area.
The discovery means the pair drove roughly two hours north to Williamson County, Tennessee, after disappearing from the jail in Florence, Alabama, Singleton explained during the Friday news conference.
“We know now where the car is, we know what direction they went,” the sheriff said. “We’re trying to canvass the area for any witnesses, also trying to research, see if any stolen vehicles were reported in that area during that time.”
Investigators don’t yet know if the pair stole another vehicle or caught a ride with someone else, the sheriff said.
“We’re sort of back to square one,” he said. “After Friday afternoon, when they abandoned that car, which direction they went from there, we don’t know.”
Former officer’s experience could hinder search
Vicky White’s experience in law enforcement has helped the pair escape capture, officials believe.
“Her knowledge of corrections and her knowledge of the procedures that we use here at the sheriff’s office most definitely played to her advantage. I think this was a very well-thought-out plan,” Singleton said Friday during the news conference.
Vicky White had submitted her retirement papers before disappearing and the day of the escape was to be her last day at work.
She now has an active arrest warrant for allegedly permitting or facilitating escape in the first degree. She is no longer employed by the sheriff’s office, the office said.
Investigators believe she had a large amount of money when she and the inmate vanished and she has used aliases, including for the purchase of the vehicle, Singleton said. “I’m assuming she’s probably ditched those aliases and probably got some new identities now,” he explained.
Further, the pair should be considered armed and dangerous and may have an AR-15 rifle, handguns and a shotgun, the US Marshals Service warned.
Before escaping, Casey White was serving 75 years for a series of crimes in 2015, including a home invasion, carjacking and a police chase, according to the US Marshals Service. He also faces two counts of capital murder for the stabbing death of 59-year-old Connie Ridgeway in 2015, the service said.
The US Marshals Service has offered up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of the inmate and up to $5,000 for the former officer. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey also said an additional rewards of $5,000 each for information leading to the arrest of the pair.
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HONG KONG, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WBroker, an international digital broker under Waton Group, released an updated version of its mobile application both on iOS and Google Play. Professional development team of the Group has made the application better and more functional.
It is a major update that brings new UI design, streamlined process in account opening and trading, and stability improvements. WBroker always emphasizes that timely updates of the trading platform are important because they bring traders pleasure and contribute to successful transactions. The new design of the application is just about that. Developers have thoroughly enhanced the UI interface to make it even more user-friendly and attractive for clients. They also sharpened the logic and interaction for a smooth operation process.
In addition, its intelligent customer service fixes the common problem in the industry that users always complained about lousy customer service. According to WBroker CIO, "All updates are based on the philosophy of simplicity, safety, and reliability. WBroker always ensures high compliance and asset security. We are committed to helping every WBroker user to enjoy a simple and safe investment experience." The update is the latest interpretation of WBroker's vision - make global investing available and affordable for every household.
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‘The number one target is all of us’: First Lady Olena Zelenska warns no one in Ukraine is safe from Russian forces
By Chief International Anchor Christiane Amanpour and Emmet Lyons, CNN
(CNN) — When Russian troops invaded their homeland, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and first lady Olena Zelenska refused to flee or to give in, opting instead — like many of their countrymen and women — for defiance in the face of aggression.
While the President’s focus has been on the military fightback against Russian forces, the First Lady has concentrated on humanitarian and children’s issues, working to raise global awareness of ordinary Ukrainians’ suffering as a result of the war.
CNN’s Christiane Amanpour interviewed Zelenska over email. Her responses have been translated from Ukrainian.
Madam First Lady, given everything that is going on, how are you and your family holding up?
It’s like walking a tightrope: If you start thinking how you do it, you lose time and balance. So, to hold on, you just must go ahead and do what you do. In the same way, as far as I know, all Ukrainians hold on.
Many of those who escaped from the battlefields alone, who saw death, say the main cure after the experience is to act, to do something, to be helpful for somebody. I am personally supported by the fact that I try to protect and support others. Responsibility disciplines.
When you became First Lady, you pledged to make children a centerpiece of your work. How devastating has it been to see Ukrainian children, including your own, suffer through a war zone?
And so it was: Children and their needs were one of the main areas of my work, along with the introduction of … equal rights for all Ukrainians. Before the war we launched a reform of school nutrition, preparing for it for several years, to make it tasty and healthy at the same time so that children get sick less.
How do I feel now, you ask? I feel we were thrown years and decades back.
Now we are not talking about healthy food, but about food in general. It’s about the survival of our children! We are no longer discussing, as before, what is the best equipment for schools — [instead] education for millions of children is under question.
We can’t talk about a healthy lifestyle for children — the number one goal is to save [them] at all.
Half of our children were forced to go abroad; thousands were physically and psychologically injured. On February 23 [the day before Russia invaded Ukraine], they were ordinary European students with a schedule and plans for the holidays.
Imagine that you have built and renovated a house and just put flowers on the windowsill; and now it is destroyed, and on the ruin you must light a fire to keep warm. This is what has happened to our children’s policies and to each family in general.
Tell us about the work you have been doing to support Ukrainian women and child refugees? What more can the world do to help on this front?
I am working in several directions now. In the summer, we managed to create the summit of the world’s First Ladies and Gentlemen, and now my colleagues are real allies in this.
First, we evacuate our most vulnerable — children with [cancer], [those with] disability and orphans — to countries that agree to accept them for treatment and rehabilitation. The main route passes through Poland, and from there, – to other European countries.
Secondly, we are importing incubators to Ukraine to support newborns in cities that are being bombed by Russians. In many hospitals there are power outages, and the lives of children are in danger. Therefore, we need devices that save lives without interruption. Two such devices have already been delivered and eight more incubators are planned to be delivered.
Third, we are accelerating the adaptation of refugees — children and their mothers — to the new location, because humanitarian aid alone is not enough: Children need accelerated socialization and school in a new place. In particular, this applies to thousands of children with autism who have found themselves abroad. We are now working to make it easier for them to access classes, otherwise their development will simply stop.
Together with the embassies, we are coordinating events in support of Ukraine — several international concerts have already raised money for humanitarian aid for Ukrainians.
Have you been able to see your husband since the conflict began?
Volodymyr and his team actually live in the President’s office. Due to the danger, my children and I were forbidden to stay there. So, for more than a month we communicate only by phone.
The whole world has been inspired by your husband’s wartime leadership of Ukraine. You married him in 2003 and have known him since you were both in university. Did you always know he had this in him?
I always knew that he was and would be a reliable support for me. Then he became a wonderful father and support for our family. And now he has shown the same traits.
He has not changed. It’s just that more people saw it through my eyes.
You have a 17-year-old daughter, Sasha, and nine-year-old son, Kyrylo. How have you explained the war to them? Are they staying with you?
Fortunately, the children are with me. And, as I said, when there is someone to take care of, it’s very disciplining. By the way, this also applies to the children themselves — they have grown dramatically during this time and also feel responsible for each other and those around them.
Nothing specifically needed to be explained. We are just talking about everything that is happening. When I watch the interviews of the children from Bucha or hear the stories of my friends about their children, I realize that children understand everything no better than adults. They look at the essence. As one young child said: “Why are Russians so mean to us? Apparently, they were beaten at home?”
You are reportedly the second highest target of Russian forces, after your husband. How do you keep your resolve in the face of such danger? What made you choose to stay in Ukraine?
For some reason I am constantly asked this question. But if you look closely, it becomes clear that every Ukrainian is a target for Russians: Every woman, every child.
Those who died the other day from a Russian missile [while] trying to evacuate from Kramatorsk were not members of the presidential family, they were just Ukrainians. So the number one target for the enemy is all of us.
Your husband has spoken directly in Russian to the Russian people, but it’s obviously difficult to reach them. Given the atrocities that have been committed to your people, do you have a message, particularly for Russian mothers and wives, that you think they should hear right now?
The level of Russian propaganda is often compared to Goebbels’ propaganda during World War II. But in my opinion, it exceeds [that], because in the Second World War there was no internet and access to information, such as now.
Now everyone can see the war crimes — for example, those committed by the Russians in Bucha, where the bodies of civilians with their hands tied simply lay in the streets.
But the problem is that the Russians do not want to see what the whole world sees, [in order] to feel more comfortable. After all, it is easier to say: “It’s all fake,” and go drink your coffee than to read the story of a particular person who died, look at her relatives and friends who are in grief.
For example, read the story of one of the victims [in] Bucha, a woman named Tatiana, who was shot by a Russian bullet, and her husband, who asked the invaders to take away the body, but was beaten and bound.
How to make Russians see this? I am more and more inclined to think that, unfortunately, not at all, they are blind in belief. They do not want to hear and see. I will not address them anymore.
The main thing for Ukraine today is that the whole other world hears and sees us, and it is important that our war does not become “habitual,” so that our victims do not become statistics. That’s why I communicate with people through foreign media.
Don’t get used to our grief!
You have used your social media accounts as a platform to pay tribute to Ukrainian soldiers and the Ukrainian resistance. How proud are you of your country — particularly of what you have called the “feminine face” of Ukrainian resistance?
On the first day of the war it became clear that there was no panic. Yes, Ukrainians did not believe in war — we believed in civilized dialogue. But when the attack took place, we did not become a “frightened crowd,” as the enemy had hoped. No. We became an organized community.
At once, the political and other controversies that exist in every society disappeared. Everyone came together to protect their home.
I see examples every day, and I never get tired of writing about it. Yes, Ukrainians are incredible.
And indeed, I write a lot about our women, because their participation is everywhere — they are in the armed forces and the defense forces, most of them are medics. And they are the ones who take children and families to safety. For example, only they can go abroad. So, in some ways their role is even more diverse than men’s; this is more than equality!
Editor’s note: This Q&A interview has been lightly edited for clarity and length.
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NEW YORK, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in First High-School Education Group Co., Ltd. ("FHS" or the "Company") (NYSE: FHS) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of FHS investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased FHS American Depositary Shares in or traceable to the Company's March 2021 initial public offering. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
FHS investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (a) the new rules, regulations and policies to be implemented by the Chinese government following the Two Sessions parliamentary meetings were far more severe than represented to investors and posed a material adverse threat to the Company and its business; (b) contemplated Chinese regulations and rules regarding private education were leading to a slowdown of government approval to open new educational facilities which would have a negative effect on FHS's enrollment and growth; and (c) as a result, representations made in connection with the Company's initial public offering regarding FHS's historical financial and operational metrics and purported market opportunities did not accurately reflect the actual business, operations, and financial results and trajectory of the Company at the time of the initial public offering, and were materially false and misleading and lacked a factual basis.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in FHS during the relevant time frame, you have until July 11, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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Salah and Kerr win Football Writers’ Association awards
LONDON (AP) — Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has been voted “Footballer of the Year” in England for a second time, and Chelsea striker Sam Kerr has won the women’s award. The Football Writers’ Association announced its awards on Friday and reported Salah garnered 48% of the vote, ahead of Manchester City playmaker Kevin De Bruyne and West Ham midfielder Declan Rice. Kerr captured 40% of the vote, ahead of Arsenal forward Vivianne Miedema and Manchester City forward Lauren Hemp.
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Income Tax Deadline Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research
Here’s a look at the annual income tax filing deadline in the United States. April 18, 2022, is the deadline to file 2021 income tax returns.
Filing Statistics
The Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30.
Fiscal Year 2020
The IRS amassed almost $3.5 trillion in gross tax collections and issued almost 122 million refunds, totaling over $736 billion.
Individual Income Tax Returns Filed
Total Number of Returns: 157,195,302
Gross Amount Collected: $1,837,443,578
Total Individual Income Tax Refunds (does not include economic impact payments)
Number: 141,420,379
Amount: $391,223,927
Where Do The Taxes Go?
(Source: Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, FY 2019)
Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, marketplace subsidies 25%
Social Security 23%
National Defense 16%
Safety net programs 8%
Benefits for veterans & federal retirees 8%
Interest on debt 8%
Education 2%
Transportation infrastructure 2%
Science and medical research 2%
Non-security international 1%
All other 4%
Timeline
1862 – During the Civil War, the IRS is born when President Abraham Lincoln and Congress create the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and enact an income tax to pay war expenses. The first income tax levies 3% on incomes between $600 and $10,000 and 5% on anything over $10,000. This income tax lasts until 1872.
1895 – The Supreme Court rules in Pollock v. Farmers’ Loan and Trust Co. that taxing incomes uniformly throughout the United States is unconstitutional.
1913 – The 16th Amendment is ratified by the states, giving Congress the authority to enact an income tax. Congress also introduces the first 1040 form and levies a 1% tax on personal incomes over $3,000 with 6% surtax on incomes of more than $500,000.
1918 – During World War I, to help finance the war, the highest rate of taxation on income is 77%. After the war, by 1929, the rate drops to 24%.
1954 – The tax filing deadline is moved from March 15 to April 15, to give taxpayers more time to prepare their returns.
January 3, 1996 – Congress enacts the Taxpayer Bill of Rights to ensure relief from overzealous collection efforts on the part of IRS personnel.
March 20, 2020 – Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin tweets that tax day is moving from April 15 to July 15 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
March 17, 2021 – The IRS announces the filing deadline has been moved from April 15 to May 17.
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Jan 6 panel: More people turn up with evidence against Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — More witnesses are coming forward with new details on the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot following former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson’s devastating testimony last week against former President Donald Trump, says a member of a House committee investigating the insurrection.
The panel already has subpoenaed former White House counsel Pat Cipollone, who investigators remain hopeful will appear Wednesday for a deposition, and said it would also welcome follow-up details from Secret Service members with Trump that day.
Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Ill., cited Hutchinson’s testimony that Trump wanted to join an angry mob of his supporters who marched on Jan. 6, 2021, to the Capitol, where they rioted, as particularly valuable in “inspiring” more people to step forward as the committee gets set for at least two public hearings this month.
“Every day we get new people that come forward and say, ‘Hey, I didn’t think maybe this piece of the story that I knew was important,’” he said Sunday. “There will be way more information and stay tuned.”
The committee has been intensifying its yearlong investigation into the Jan. 6 attack and Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. The next hearings will aim to show how Trump illegally directed a violent mob toward the Capitol on Jan. 6 and then failed to take quick action to stop the attack once it began. Over the weekend, Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., the committee’s vice chair, made clear that criminal referrals to the Justice Department, including against the Republican former president, could follow.
The committee also has been reviewing new documentary film footage of Trump’s final months in office, including interviews with Trump and members of his family.
Kinzinger, in a television interview, declined to disclose the new information he referred to and did not say who had provided it. He said nothing had changed the committee’s confidence in her credibility.
“There’s information I can’t say yet,” he said. “We certainly would say that Cassidy Hutchinson has testified under oath, we find her credible, and anybody that wants to cast disparagements on that, who were firsthand present, should also testify under oath and not through anonymous sources.”
In a separate interview, another committee member, Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., said: “We are following additional leads. I think those leads will lead to new testimony.”
In Hutchinson’s appearance before the committee, she painted a picture of Trump as an angry, defiant president who was trying to let armed supporters avoid security screenings at a rally on the morning of Jan. 6 to protest his 2020 election defeat to Democrat Joe Biden.
According to Hutchinson, Cipollone was concerned that Trump would face criminal charges if he joined his supporters in marching to the Capitol.
Legal experts have said Cassidy’s testimony is potentially problematic for Trump as federal prosecutors investigate potential criminal wrongdoing.
Cheney said in an interview aired Sunday that the committee was still considering whether to issue recommendations to the Justice Department, indicating “there could be more than one criminal referral.”
Committee members said they are hopeful Cipollone will come forward.
“He clearly has information about concerns about criminal violations, concerns about the president going to the Capitol that day, concerns about the chief of staff having blood on his hands if they didn’t do more to stop that violent attack on the Capitol,” Schiff said. “It’s hard to imagine someone more at the center of things.”
In her testimony, Cassidy recounted a conversation with Tony Ornato, Trump’s deputy chief of staff for operations, who, she testified, said Trump later grabbed at the steering wheel of the presidential SUV when the Secret Service refused to let him go to the Capitol after the rally.
That account was disputed, however. Bobby Engel, the Secret Service agent who was driving Trump, and Ornato are willing to testify under oath that no agent was assaulted and Trump never lunged for the steering wheel, a person familiar with the matter said. The person would not discuss the matter publicly and spoke on the condition of anonymity.
“We had interviewed Mr. Ornato several times,” said Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., and member of the panel. “His memory does not appear to be as precise as hers. We certainly would welcome them to come back if they wish to do that.”
The committee has also been working on setting up an interview with Virginia “Ginni” Thomas, the conservative activist and wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. She was asked to speak to the committee after disclosures of her communications with Trump’s team in the run-up to and on the day of the insurrection at the Capitol.
Kinzinger appeared on CNN’s “State of the Union,” Schiff was on CBS’ “Face the Nation,” Cheney appeared on ABC’s “This Week” and Lofgren spoke on NBC’s “Meet the Press.”
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Brush fire spawns ‘firenado,’ ‘smokenado’
GORMAN, Calif. (CNN) - Hot, dry and windy conditions combined at the site of an already challenging brush fire to reveal two intense and rare fire phenomena.
A serious situation turned surreal in Southern California when firefighters witnessed a “firenado” and a “smokenado” spawned from the same brush fire.
The brush fire, called the Sam Fire, started near Gorman, California, and quickly spread to nearly 150 acres. No structures were threatened, but more than 200 firefighters fought the blaze.
Strong winds whipped wisps of flames into a whirling inferno known as a “firenado.”
The funnel of fire continued to churn, visually charting the movement of the winds with flames.
Eventually, the blaze was brought under control.
The strong winds continued creating yet another wildfire phenomenon: a towering “smokenado” that reached upward into the sky.
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TAYLOR, Mich., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Entering its 10th year in business, Duhome, an international furniture brand, is adding to its existing footprint in United States with the opening of a second 120,000 sq ft warehouse in MI, in addition to the former 58,000 sq ft warehouse in City of Industry, CA. Strategically located in 21010 Trolley Industrial Drive Taylor, MI, the new warehouse is only about 10 hours from the pickup location - New York port, IL. The company invested thousands of dollars in the brand-new warehouse for faster delivery to any location in Central and Eastern USA, allowing customers to benefit from shorter turnaround times.
Startup of Newly Built Warehouse in MI
Duhome has grown along with its customers to become one of the most-recognized furniture brands in the global market. Constantly growing demand from Duhome's customers across the whole country made the second warehouse expansion an absolute must. In response to increasing market demand for enhanced delivery, construction work for the new warehouse in MI began in January 20th, 2021 and all work has been complete in a few months. With new improvement and optimized logistics collaboration in the recent months in 2022, Duhome warehouse system are now up and running smoothly, and operations at the new warehouse are already in full swing.
Help Increase Efficiency of Deliveries for Customers
After months of construction, the expanded warehouse in MI becomes an ideally-equipped place for storing up to 100-120pcs 40-foot containers and serves as a distribution hub for a variety of Duhome furniture to surrounding region, including New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, etc., while ensuring adequate stock-holding for efficient deliveries. Employees at the newly built warehouse are responsible for regular goods acceptance, packing, repacking, order picking, quality control and returning.
A further advantage of the location is its easy access to various shipping methods and tight connection to the central America and east coast - which greatly reduces lead times, creates efficiencies and allows for future business growth by being closer to terminal customers. With this latest expansion, Duhome goes one step further to provide customers with the assurance to get their beloved furniture in 2-5 days generally.
The second warehouse in MI is designed with up to 16 loading docks and 28 feet high ceilings for easy movement of truck, and also accommodates 100-120pcs 40-foot containers on a 120,000 sq ft of floor space. Divided into 3 sections separated by firewalls, the warehouse guarantees the highest safety standards and protection. And an advanced air-conditioning and climate control system is also available to keep all stock maintained at the perfect temperatures and in peak condition. Thus, Duhome customers could receive the furniture in the best condition and in the most efficient way.
"It's been a team effort to make the opening of our new warehouse possible," said CEO of Duhome, Mr. Du. "We're thrilled to see Duhome continues to grow, and the expansion to a second warehouse is a good result of incredible continuous growth in our business and brand awareness."
About Duhome:
For more than ten years, Duhome has been striving to offer an assortment of modern furniture designed to complement home lifestyles across the world. Early on, Duhome established the headquarter in Germany with a local warehouse. And today with two warehouses in both east and west coast in USA, the company now expands at a faster pace and offers a vast warehouse space worldwide.
It is one of the most crucial steps in Duhome's history for new businesses to proper and flourish. Not only will the expansion underscore Duhome's commitment to support the marketing needs and customer satisfaction, it will also give the company an ample room to grow offerings in the globe market. This is an investment for the future. With the newly expanded warehouse in MI and advanced warehousing facility therein, the company will be perfectly positioned for further growth in a highly dynamic market by offering customers the optimized solution at all times.
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TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — As state lawmakers moved to ban transgender kids from girls’ sports, Kansas’ most visible LGBTQ-rights lobbyist recently said during an interview in a Statehouse corridor that conservatives don’t mind if kindergartners “have their genitals inspected.”
The politically needling comment was bold enough to make Tom Witt’s point, and loud enough for a lobbyist supporter of the ban to hear as she walked by. It was also classic Witt: Boisterous. Engaged. And well-targeted.
Witt is a key reason Kansas is unlikely to join a growing number of states this year with a ban, despite Republican supermajorities in its Legislature. With lawmakers returning Monday from a spring break, supporters don’t yet have the two-thirds majorities to override Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto of their bill. They didn’t last year, either.
Witt, 60, is executive director of Equality Kansas and a Democratic consultant. During 18 years at the Statehouse, he’s spotlighted conservatives’ bills so that unwanted publicity prompts Republican leaders to disavow them or discourages GOP-led committees from even holding hearings. Others describe him as relentless in pursuing just enough “no” votes when it counts, and was influential enough in the state Democratic Party to help push it to the left.
He’s even let his health slide. In 2017, he ignored growing fatigue to successfully lobby against requiring transgender students to use facilities associated with their genders assigned at birth — then had a heart attack and bypass surgery.
As for this year’s bill, he said unnamed Republicans told him they “really hate” it before voting for it anyway. He said he’s bitter that they might have considered the political cost of voting no.
“This is life and death for some kids,” he said. “This is not trivial. This is not politics.”
Witt plans to retire from activism, lobbying and consulting by year’s end, having mentored younger, self-described progressive lobbyists.
Democratic state Rep. Stephanie Byers, the state’s first elected transgender lawmaker and a retired Wichita band director, credits Witt with connecting her to national groups and making media interviews easier to navigate during her 2020 campaign. Kari Rinker, a friend and American Heart Association lobbyist, said he taught her how to fundraise and work with a nonprofit board.
But Witt is sometimes profane and often pugnacious, even with friends. As for lawmakers, he said, party doesn’t matter: “If they vote against LGBT rights, I’m going to go after them.”
Brittany Jones, the conservative lobbyist who was walking by Witt’s recent hallway interview, begins her recollection of their Statehouse introduction in 2019 with, “I believe he’s made in the image of God just like I am.”
“As soon as he found out who I worked for, he dropped my hand, walked away and wouldn’t speak to me,” said Jones, policy director for the conservative group Kansas Family Voice. Witt doesn’t dispute that.
As Witt fights to keep Kansas from following at least 15 other states in banning transgender athletes from female school and college sports, some Kansas lawmakers are conflicted.
State Sen. David Haley, a Kansas City Democrat, voted no earlier this month but said “reasonable” constituents see the bill as common sense. He was the deciding vote last year against a veto override, giving a speech weighing both sides before voting no — as Witt sat in the main visitors’ gallery, visibly on edge.
“You know, it’s kind of like he’s a Marine Corps drill sergeant when he is committed to the advocacy for his ideology,” Haley said. “It’s like, ‘Everybody line up. This is the way it’s going to go.’”
The Kansas measures have applied to K-12 students, and a few lawmakers cite that as a problem. Witt said elementary schools would be forced to physically inspect children as young as 5 to settle disputes over transgender kids competing against other girls.
The bill’s text doesn’t says exactly how disputes would be resolved, and Haley called Witt’s argument “a little bit beyond belief.” State Rep. Barbara Wasinger, a Republican from western Kansas, said Witt’s argument is diverting attention from what she sees as the real issues, fair competition and scholarship opportunities for young women.
But Witt sees this year’s proposals triggering bullying and suicides. He pointed out a scar on his left cheek and said it’s from being attacked and cut with a knife in a high school bathroom in the 1970s.
“In some respects, not a damn thing has changed,” he said. “In the 70s, the things that trans people are being called today are what gays and lesbians were called then. The panic about bathrooms? We had the bathroom panic in the 70s.”
He also recalled how his activism began ahead of a 2005 statewide vote in favor of banning same-sex marriage in Kansas. A computer software writer and IT troubleshooter, he was living in Wichita with his future husband and their daughter.
“All I ever wanted in my life was a family,” Witt said. “And it felt like those people were coming after it.”
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Chad Yarlagadda will assume leadership of the Southeast Region
WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb has named Jim Shevlin Division President of ESIS, a Chubb Company. Currently, he serves as Regional Executive Officer of Chubb's Southeast Region. In his new role, Mr. Shevlin will be responsible for profit and loss performance, as well as overseeing the advancement of strategies around product development, customer service and relationships, and sales for ESIS, a leading third-party administrator. He succeeds Leigh Anne Sherman, who has been appointed Specialty Officer for Chubb's Middle Market Commercial Insurance business unit in North America.
Succeeding Mr. Shevlin will be Chad Yarlagadda. Currently, he serves as Atlanta Branch Manager for the Southeast Region. In his new role as Regional Executive Officer of the Southeast Region, he will be responsible for executing the underwriting and sales strategies of Chubb's business units, staff management, production, profit and loss, and distribution management in seven states in the Southeast.
The appointments are effective immediately. Mr. Shevlin will report to Matt Merna, Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and Division President, North America Major Accounts. Mr. Yarlagadda will report to Chris Maleno, Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and Division President, North America Field Operations.
"Jim has close to 30 years of insurance experience, with 20 of them being at Chubb where he held a variety of leadership roles," said Mr. Merna. "His background and understanding of our business positions him well to lead ESIS in continuing to provide outstanding service and results, while developing strategies to further grow the business through innovative solutions that help clients reduce their total cost of risk."
Mr. Maleno added, "We're so excited to see Jim move into his new role and thrilled that we have a deep bench of talent that ensures the ongoing success of our regional operations. Chad's understanding of the needs of clients in this region makes him an ideal fit for his new position and we are pleased to have someone of his caliber in this role."
Mr. Shevlin joined the company, then named ACE, in 2002 and has a diverse background in sales, marketing, management and e-commerce practices in the insurance industry. Prior to his current role, Mr. Shevlin served as Senior Vice President, Regional Executive Officer for ACE USA's Southwest Region.
Mr. Yarlagadda joined Chubb in 2004 as an underwriting trainee. Prior to his new role, he served as Atlanta Branch Manager for the Southeast Region, a role he assumed in 2021. Earlier, he was the Minneapolis Branch Manager for the Midwest Region. Throughout his career at Chubb, Mr. Yarlagadda has served in a number of technical, marketing and leadership roles in both underwriting and field operations.
About ESIS, a Chubb Company
ESIS, Inc. provides claim and risk management services to a wide variety of commercial clients. Our innovative best-in-class approach to program design, integration, and achievement of results aligns with the needs and expectations of our clients' unique risk management needs. With more than 70 years of experience and offerings in both the U.S. and globally, ESIS provides one of the industry's broadest selections of risk management solutions covering both pre- and post-loss services.
About Chubb
Chubb is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs approximately 31,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: www.chubb.com.
Chubb Insurance Company of Canada has offices in Toronto, Calgary, Montreal and Vancouver and provides its products and services through licensed insurance brokers across Canada. For additional information, visit: chubb.com/ca.
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Jeffrey Heier, from Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston (OCB) has joined Vial's Ophthalmology Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Heier joins the Vial SAB alongside the SAB founding board member, Dr. Arshad Khanani, to advise Vial on the launch of their upcoming Ophthalmology CRO.
On Dr. Heier joining the board, Dr. Khanani said, "We've assembled some of the greatest investigators and influential leaders in Ophthalmology to ensure that Vial's CRO offers a best-in-class experience for sponsors and propels the development of next-generation therapeutics. We're thrilled that Dr. Heier has joined the Vial SAB."
The Vial CRO strives to be a true partner to biotech companies by delivering faster and higher quality trials through a powerful technology platform and operational excellence. After gaining rapid traction in Dermatology, Vial has planned to expand into Ophthalmology trials. Vial's focus on delivering faster trials starts with a firm commitment to delivering on enrollment timelines. For each trial, Vial customizes a successful playbook that is deployed to streamline each step of the trial. From a seamless web-based site start-up to a dedicated recruitment team with 15+ marketing channels and EMR filtering capabilities to a centralized pre-screen team — Vial has an enrollment playbook that works. Vial also focuses on delivering higher quality outcomes through their connected technology platform. Vial's experienced CRAs have the power of real-time data using eSource to drive defect-free processes and deliver high-quality data.
Dr. Heier serves as the Director of the Vitreoretinal Service and Director of Retina Research at OCB. From 2016-2020, Dr. Heier was also the Co-President and Medical Director of the organization. In addition, he is currently the President of the Retina Society and an active member of the Executive Committee of the American Society of Retina Specialists. Dr. Heier specializes in the research and treatments of exudative and non-exudative macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and venous occlusive disease. He is also a leader in new vitreoretinal surgical techniques, instrumentation, and diagnostic imaging of the retina.
Prior to his distinguished career in Ophthalmology, Dr. Heier graduated with his medical degree from Boston University. He completed his internship and residency at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, followed by a vitreoretinal fellowship at Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston/Tufts School of Medicine.
"I have devoted my career to the development of innovative Ophthalmic treatments and I joined the Vial CRO advisory board to continue pursuing that mission. I look forward to working with the esteemed innovators and investigators on this board to help Vial implement novel approaches to research site development and enrollment," said Dr. Heier on joining the board.
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About Vial: Vial's mission is to empower scientists to cure all human disease. Vial has executed on that vision by launching a next-generation CRO (live in Dermatology CRO, with slated launches in Ophthalmology CRO, Oncology CRO, Gastroenterology CRO and a Neurology CRO), a site network (Dermatology Clinical Trials, Ophthalmology Clinical Trials, Gastroenterology Clinical Trials, Women's Health Clinical Trials, Neurology Clinical Trials), and technology platform (VialConnect CTMS) to accelerate research. Vial has over 125 employees and is based in San Francisco, California and has contributed to over 750 trials from Phase I through Phase IV.
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JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The Mississippi abortion clinic at the center of a U.S. Supreme Court case that overturned Roe v. Wade has been sold and will not reopen even if it’s allowed to do so by a state court, its owner told The Associated Press on Monday.
Diane Derzis said the furniture and equipment from Jackson Women’s Health Organization have been moved to a new abortion clinic she will open soon in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The Jackson clinic is best known as the Pink House because of its bright paint job, and it was Mississippi’s last abortion clinic.
Derzis said people were calling her to ask about buying the building within minutes after the Supreme Court released its June 24 ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade and took away women’s constitutional protection for abortion nationwide.
She said she does not think the building will be used as a medical facility.
“I didn’t ask because I really didn’t care,” Derzis said Monday. “It’s a great building.”
The building is in Jackson’s Fondren neighborhood, home to an eclectic mix of restaurants, retail shops and entertainment venues.
The Pink House stopped offering medication and surgical abortions July 6, the day before Mississippi enacted a law that bans most abortions. Mississippi was one of several states with a trigger law contingent on the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 ruling that legalized abortion nationwide.
The Mississippi trigger law, passed in 2007, says abortion is legal only if the pregnant woman’s life is in danger or if a pregnancy is caused by a rape reported to law enforcement. It does not have an exception for pregnancies caused by incest.
The Pink House is still engaged in a legal battle in Mississippi. On July 5, a state court judge rejected a request to block the trigger law from taking effect. The clinic appealed her ruling to the state Supreme Court.
Attorneys for the clinic cited a 1998 Mississippi Supreme Court ruling that said the state constitution invokes a right to privacy that “includes an implied right to choose whether or not to have an abortion.”
The state attorney general’s office argued that the 1998 ruling was rooted in U.S. Supreme Court decisions in 1973 and 1992 that established or protected abortion rights but were overturned on June 24. But Rob McDuff, a Mississippi Center for Justice attorney representing the clinic, argued that state justices never said their ruling was made because of the federal Constitution.
The state Supreme Court has set a July 25 deadline for state attorneys to respond to the clinic’s appeal.
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| 2022-07-19T01:21:06Z
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AMERICUS — Georgia Southwestern State University has named 18 incoming freshmen to the President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program, established to honor the legacy of GSW alumnus and former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. These students from Georgia, Florida and South Carolina are the fourth group to enter the program since its creation in 2019.
“I am excited to see how this dynamic and diverse group of students comes in and impacts the program, the university, and the community with their passion for and commitment to leadership and service,” Mikela Barlow, interim coordinator for the President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program, said in a news release. “The newest cohort members were selected through an application and interview process. The group commits to program requirements that include a two-year residency, 240 service hours, a leadership certificate, and a senior research or service project. It is an honor for me to work with these future leaders in this prestigious program.”
The 2022-2023 members of the Carter Leadership Program are:
· Chloe Ard – Miller County High School, Colquitt, Ga.
· Katelyn Cade – Clarke Central High School, Athens, Ga.
· Caroline Carver – Lee County High School, Leesburg, Ga.
· Makayla Chavous – Ola High School, McDonough, Ga.
· Allie Dalton – Tallulah Falls High School, Baldwin, Ga.
· Madison Griffis – Cook County High School, Adel, Ga.
· Colby Howard – Marion County High School, Buena Vista, Ga.
· Trinity Johnson – Venice High School, Englewood, Fla.
· Jade Lewis – Midtown High School, Atlanta, Ga.
· Ansley Little – T L Hanna High School, Anderson, S.C.
· Peyton Namyslowski – Venice High School, Englewood, Fla.
· Lillian Peppers – Lee County High School, Leesburg, Ga.
· Katie Plummer – Loganville High School, Loganville, Ga.
· Boone Prince – Cairo High School, Cairo, Ga.
· Eli Prince – Cairo High School, Cairo, Ga.
· Cassidy Ware – Woodland High School, Stockbridge, Ga.
· Abigail Williamson – Mary Persons High School, Forsyth, Ga.
· Matthew Wilson – Cairo High School, Cairo, Ga.
“I have always had a close attachment to Georgia Southwestern, and I am honored to be associated with the University’s leadership program,” President Jimmy Carter said. “They invested in me as a student over 75 years ago, and I want to do the same for the future leaders in our region.”
The program consists of two pathways -- an Undergraduate Research Track and a Service Track -- that exemplify Carter’s lifetime of leadership in education, politics and community service. Guided by the evidence-based “The Social Change Model of Leadership Development,” the four-year Carter Leadership Program allows students to develop their leadership skills both individually and within a group.
Students who score a minimum 1,100 on the SAT or an ACT composite score of 22, hold a high school curriculum grade-point average of 3.0 or greater and have been admitted to GSW are eligible to apply for the program. Additionally, students who hold a leadership role in high school, whether on a sports team, a student club, or community organization, also qualify.
During their first year, students will focus on individual growth and development, working to understand their own beliefs and values. The second year will explore the role of the group, how to build trust with others and how to work collaboratively toward common goals.
In year three, students will choose between the academically-focused Research Track and the service learning-focused Service Track. In the fourth and final year, students will develop a senior research or service project, dependent upon their track.
The Carter Leadership Program provides students with academic scholarships ranging from $1,500 to $3,500 each year they are in the program. The program is made possible thanks to generous support from the Charles L. Mix Memorial Fund.
The deadline to apply for the program for fall admission is Feb. 1 of each year.
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| 2022-06-09T19:46:07Z
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Is the American Dream Dead? Millions Priced Out of Homeownership
Between skyrocketing mortgage interest rates, record-high home prices, and a limited housing supply, millions are being priced out of the American Dream. For the first time, the majority of Americans do not believe that buying a house is a wise decision.
The country has never been more pessimistic about homeownership, with only 30% of survey respondents to a recent Gallup poll saying that now was a good time to buy a house. That is down 23 points from a year ago and the lowest on record. Perhaps more significantly, it is the first time since the poll began in 1978 that most Americans agreed that it is a bad time to buy a house.
While there are many factors at play, three major themes appear to be driving a home affordability crisis that has left most of the nation increasingly bearish about their ability to participate in the American Dream.
Rising Interest Rates
As home prices began to creep up after the initial panic of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, interest rates set new lows seemingly every month. With the new normal of working from home and the increased time spent in the house, Americans began searching for housing that met their pandemic-era needs.
These trends set off a wave of home buying. Low inventory and high demand forced prices higher, but falling mortgage rates kept affordability somewhat in check.
However, in the span of a few short months, interest rates have shot up more than 75%. Mortgage rates that were hovering around 3% at the beginning of the year spiked more than two percentage points to around 5.25% in just a few short months, driving up monthly mortgage payments by an astonishing 30%.
“The housing market is starting to feel the impact of sharply rising mortgage rates and higher inflation taking a hit on purchasing power,” said Lawrence Yun, chief economist of the National Association of Realtors. “Still, homes are selling rapidly, and home price gains remain in the double digits.”
To put it into perspective, a borrower with a $400,000 mortgage had a $1,686 principal and interest payment in December. That same mortgage payment is now more than $2,200, a difference of more than $500 a month. These increased payments put a massive burden on potential home buyers.
Assuming a maximum debt-to-income ratio of 50%, they would have to earn an additional $1,000 per month or more above what they made at the end of 2021 to afford the same mortgage today. With home prices still on the rise, the calculus of housing affordability only looks worse.
Inflation
What was initially considered transient inflation - the temporary aftershocks of the post-pandemic economic recovery - has settled into the highest year-over-year inflation rates in four decades. According to the latest release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, consumer prices rose 8.5% from March 2021 to March 2022.
Prices related to home construction have risen even faster than the overall consumer price index, with construction materials alone up 31.3% since January 2020.
It’s not just materials that have risen, either. Demand for construction labor and services has driven prices up even further. According to Emily from Emergency Plumbing on Call, the cost for all trades involved in home construction has risen astronomically from pre-pandemic levels.
“Whether it’s framing, plumbing, electrical, or one of the many other trades that provide necessary inputs to build a house, we’ve seen demand for labor outpace the ability to hire qualified tradespeople, pushing up prices across the board.”
Expectation of Rising Prices
Even as home affordability continues to get further out of reach, most Americans expect prices to continue to rise over the next year. 70% of Gallup survey respondents believed that average local housing prices would increase, about the same as a year ago.
According to the Case-Shiller National Home Price Index, home prices are already up 34% from the start of the pandemic. While most housing analysts believe the double-digit pace of annual price increases will slow, they still expect mid-single-digit gains in home prices for 2022.
Low inventory remains a contributing factor to the increasing prices even with the headwinds of rising interest rates. Total housing inventory is down 9.5% from a year ago, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), which equates to a 2-month supply. On average, a balanced housing market has about a 6-month supply. “Home prices have consistently moved upward as supply remains tight,” said Yun.
The Bottom Line
The trifecta of inflation, soaring mortgage interest rates, and record-high home prices have deepened the home affordability crisis and caused millions of people to abandon the American Dream, at least for now. How long home prices can continue to rise is anyone’s guess, but for now, most Americans are sitting on the sidelines, waiting and hoping for the tide to turn.
This post was produced by Wealthy Nickel and syndicated by Wealth of Geeks.
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| 2022-05-18T19:18:19Z
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GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Media One is proud to announce that it has sold most of the best graphic calender in the world - the Klieverik line of textile calenders.
Additionally, Media One is the only textile solutions company that has 8 full time technicians strategically placed around the country for Installations, Belt Changes, Over the Phone or In-person Diagnostic assessments and repairs.
Media One has recently introduced the latest Flow Line Klieverik Calenders for pre-sewn piece work fabric printing for applications like Blankets, Towels, and Clothing.
It also keeps inventory of new and refurbished Kleiverik Calenders at their warehouse floor at all times.
In Dye Sublimation Printing, the Heating Unit is the heartbeat of the process. If it is of an inferior quality or if it goes down, all production stops.
During this busy season of the most awaited tradeshow "Printing United 2022", Media One has ensured it is ready to serve its clients' requirements in the best possible manner.
Media One also stocks large volumes of Transfer and Tissue Paper at their facilities in Garden Grove, California and River Falls, Wisconsin (45 minutes outside Minneapolis) ready for same-day dispatch to anywhere in the country.
For a new unit, a belt change or issues with an existing Klieverik Calender, Media One can be contacted at web@MediaOneUSA.com or 833-HELLO-M1 (833-435-5661) for a free consultation!
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| 2022-09-12T18:22:22Z
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BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Formula One champion Max Verstappen overcame a spin and his worst starting spot of the season to win the Hungarian Grand Prix on Sunday. His eighth win of the season pushed Verstappen’s lead to 80 points over Charles Leclerc as F1 heads into its midseason break.
Mercedes placed both its cars on the podium for the second straight race; seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton carved his way from seventh to a second-place finish, teammate and pole-sitter George Russell was third.
Carlos Sainz Jr. finished fourth in another disastrous day for Ferrari. Leclerc was sixth, one spot behind Sergio Perez of Red Bull.
Verstappen’s eighth win of the season was the 28th of the Dutchman’s career.
“Who would have thought when we woke up today we’d get this result? Amazing,” Verstappen told his team, letting out a laugh. “I was battling a lot of guys and it was a lot of fun out there. That was a crazy race but (we) stayed calm and we won.”
He qualified a season-worst 10th because of a loss of power on Saturday, then in Sunday’s race Verstappen did a 360-degree spin.
“Unbelievable Max, that is right up there with your best,” Red Bull team principal Christian Horner replied. “Fantastic.”
Russell, who started from the pole for the first time in his career, led 30 laps until Leclerc passed him on the outside as dark clouds rolled over the Hungaroring circuit and a light rain began to fall.
With Leclerc leading, Verstappen undercut for quicker tires. Ferrari made a mistake in choosing the more durable hard tires for Leclerc.
“These tires are (expletive),” Leclerc said.
Moments later, Verstappen lost grip and spun on track, allowing Sainz to take the lead from Hamilton. Leclerc passed Verstappen, only to lose position soon after because Verstappen had faster tires.
“It was very tricky conditions out there but we had a really good strategy,” Verstappen said. “We were really reactive, always pitting at the right time. Even with the 360 we still won.”
Ferrari’s strategy woes just won’t go away. Leclerc has seen two nailed-on wins disappear — at the Monaco GP and the British GP — after team calls dropped him down from a dominant position into fourth place.
Ferrari botched Sainz’s next tire stop on Lap 47, taking too long to fit his rear left tire. Hamilton stayed out but was losing time to Verstappen as the rain increased.
Leclerc, who crashed when leading the French Grand Prix last week, came in for a third tire change on Lap 55.
Lando Norris finished seventh for McLaren, Fernando Alonso was eighth and his Alpine teammate Esteban Ocon was ninth. Sebastian Vettel of Aston Martin was 10th.
After a month-long break the season resumes with a triple header in Belgium, the Netherlands and Italy.
“For both cars to be on the podium is really special for us. The other guys have an edge but we’re clearly closing the gap,” Hamilton said. “Hopefully we’ll bring more into the second half of the season and start fighting with the guys at the front.”
AlphaTauri’s Pierre Gasly started from the pit lane after being penalized for multiple engine-part changes and finished 12th.
McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo showed some of his old form with a great double overtake on Ocon and Alonso approaching midway through the race, celebrating with an exuberant expletive.
But Ricciardo wasn’t laughing later on as the Australian driver got a five-second time penalty for clipping Lance Stroll’s Aston Martin and sending him off track. Ricciardo placed a lowly 15th.
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| 2022-07-31T16:08:41Z
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Fentanyl crisis in Kansas demands awareness and education
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Law enforcement among others met today at the Topeka Law Enforcement Center to discuss the impacts of fentanyl in Kansas.
Already in the first 3 months of 2022 there have been over 2,500 drug overdoses in Kansas. That comes after seeing a 54% increase in drug overdoses in the first 6 months of 2021.
Representative Jake LaTurner met with Shawnee County Sheriff Brian Hill, Topeka Police Chief Bryan Wheeles among other law enforcement to bring more awareness to the alarming increase.
Libby Davis’s son overdosed on fentanyl last August and she says that no one is immune to the impacts of fentanyl.
“Some of them don’t want to believe that this could be a danger to their child,” said Davis, “but I firmly believe that the fentanyl epidemic does not discriminate and it can effect any American household and we all need to be talking about it.”
It was agreed upon by those present that better education and awareness are critical regarding fentanyl.
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| 2022-08-16T17:37:45Z
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Heat, drought beginning to take a toll on Kansas cattle ranchers
PRATT, Kan. (KWCH) - The constant heat and lack of rain are causing headaches for Kansas agriculture. Ranchers say they’re now having trouble feeding their cattle due to a lack of grass and hay, meaning they could be forced to sell them early.
Ranchers at Pratt Livestock said hay is becoming harder and hard to come by. Some fear that the severe drought and the brutal heat that are threatening the Texas beef cattle production could soon make their way to Kansas.
“Luckily, we have a couple of circles of hay to get us by for the winter. For now, like down in Texas, they don’t have no grass. Stuff is starting to burn up. It ain’t no good, and it ain’t going to be good neither,” said Beau Schauvliege, a rancher from Wilmore, Kan.
Schauvliege said everyone he knows is selling cattle. Others are having trouble transporting the animals because of the heat.
“Getting up as early as we can. We’ll start at 4:30, 5 o’clock. Try to get everything gathered and in. Make sure they have enough water, water’s a big deal,” said Schauvliege. “Try not to leave them on the trailer, for as short as possible.”
Steve Stratford is the assistant manager for Pratt Livestock. He said if drought conditions don’t improve in the next 30 days, ranchers may have no other choice than to get rid of their whole herd.
“I’m seeing a lot more of the butcher cows and bulls, but people are kind of cleaning up the problems and what they don’t want. Not the whole herd. But, I do fear, in 30 days if something doesn’t change, we’re going to have a lot of whole herd dispersals,” he said.
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| 2022-07-21T11:37:23Z
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White House to encourage COVID boosters, flu shot this fall
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration hopes to make getting a COVID-19 booster as routine as going in for the yearly flu shot.
That’s at the heart of its campaign to sell the newly authorized shot to an American public that has widely rejected COVID-19 boosters since they first became available last fall.
Shots of the updated boosters, specifically designed by Pfizer and Moderna to respond to the omicron strain, could start within days. The U.S. government has purchased 170 million doses and is emphasizing that everyone will have free access to the booster.
White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha said this latest round of shots will offer protection during the busy cold and flu season, with the hope of transitioning people to get the vaccine yearly. Typically, at least half of U.S. adults get a flu shot.
“We expect them to provide more durable protection over time,” Jha said in an interview Wednesday with The Associated Press. “The goal very much is to get to a point where people get their COVID shot on a regular basis, the way they do their flu shot.”
Community health workers in North Carolina, home to the country’s lowest COVID-19 booster rate, like the strategy, especially because of confusion among some people about vaccine schedules.
“I believe in keeping things simple,” said Marty Stamey, an outreach coordinator for the Mountain Area Health Education Center in western North Carolina. “I’ve heard a lot of people say, ‘I think I’ll just wait and try to do it like the flu shots.’”
The White House plan also relies in part of on local health departments, providers and community groups to reach out and encourage people to get the updated booster. Pharmacies, health providers and state or local health departments are preparing to send text messages to millions of people that will encourage them to get a booster this fall, White House officials said.
Jha said he recommends most Americans get the booster by the end of October.
Still, this latest vaccination campaign faces several challenges.
A majority of Americans got their first and second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine when it was released last year, but they’ve been more reluctant to get a booster jab, with less than half getting their first booster since it became available late last year.
Congress also has not moved forward on President Joe Biden’s $22.5 billion request earlier this year for the COVID-19 response. Republicans criticized the request, pointing to the $1.9 trillion already spent on responding to the pandemic. Running short on funds, the government announced it would stop shipping COVID-19 tests to people’s homes after Friday.
And COVID-19 funding is drying up for many of the community groups that received millions of federal tax dollars to hire workers who spent months reaching deep into neighborhoods with door knocks, mobile vaccine clinics and posters encouraging people to inoculate against COVID-19.
White House officials say those local leaders deserve a lot of credit for stamping out misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine and convincing many around the country that the shot will protect them.
“Those are the really critical messengers,” Jha said.
That on-the-ground work has been crucial to getting people vaccinated in the rural, Spanish- and Haitian-speaking communities that the Migrant Clinicians Network has reached throughout Texas, California and Maryland with its $8.5 million federal grant.
“Simply having the vaccines available is one thing, but getting the shots in the arms is another,” said Amy Liebman, a chief program officer for the nonprofit group.
Some of those local health organizations, too, are now stretched as they work to get low vaccination rates among children younger than 12 up. Only a third of 5- to 11-year-olds received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine since becoming eligible late last year. Meanwhile, just 7% of children younger 5 have gotten a first dose since it was made available this summer.
Dr. Niharika Khanna at the University of Maryland School of Medicine has just started making progress on convincing new mothers that the vaccine is safe and effective for their babies.
Her program, which has hired more than 269 health workers and administered more than 12,000 vaccinations and boosters across Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia, isn’t quite ready to transition back to pushing COVID-19 boosters.
“All of these people, all of these relationships we’ve carefully cultivated are at risk for falling apart,” Khanna said. “Today if you were to say to me switch to booster, I’d say no. I need another two to three weeks to really get these people going.”
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AP White House Correspondent Zeke Miller contributed to this report.
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Universities Receive $6M to Re-engineer a 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), General Motors and MathWorks today announced the 15 North American universities selected to join the EcoCAR EV Challenge, the next DOE-sponsored Advanced Vehicle Technology Competition (AVTC) set to begin in Fall 2022, and the 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ as the vehicle selected for the challenge.
More than $6 million will be provided to the selected universities, including five Minority Serving Institutions, for students to pursue advanced mobility research and experiential learning. This investment supports the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority students and faculty to help build an EV talent pipeline that reflects the diversity of North America.
Managed by Argonne National Laboratory, the EcoCAR EV Challenge will be at the cutting edge of automotive engineering education, serving as a proving ground for future automotive engineers. The four-year competition will challenge students to engineer a next-generation battery electric vehicle (BEV) that deploys connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) features to implement energy efficient and customer-pleasing features, while meeting the decarbonization needs of the automotive industry.
"These budding energy leaders are heeding President Biden's call to get more Americans into EVs," said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm. "Collegiate competitions like EcoCAR are critical to building a clean energy talent pipeline that reflects the diversity of America and make room for more domestic manufacturing to strengthen our energy independence."
General Motors will donate a 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ to each team, challenging them to design, build, refine, and demonstrate the potential of their advanced propulsion systems and CAV technologies over four competition years. Teams will be tasked with complex, real-world technical challenges including enhancing the propulsion system of their LYRIQ to optimize energy efficiency while maintaining consumer expectations for performance and driving experience.
"We are proud to support EcoCAR and its mission to help prepare the next generation of the automotive workforce," said Steve Carlisle, GM executive vice president and president, North America. "As students work on the LYRIQ they're developing real-world knowledge and skills that will help accelerate their impact on the transformation of the auto industry. The EcoCAR program provides an exceptional educational experience for students and an exceptional talent pipeline for GM. We look forward to working with these students on our journey toward a zero emissions future."
To improve diversity in STEM and higher education, diversity, equity, and inclusion will be incorporated into all areas of the competition. Teams will be challenged to identify and address specific equity and electrification issues in mobility through the application of innovative hardware and software solutions, outreach to underserved communities and underrepresented youth to increase awareness about advanced mobility and recruit underrepresented minorities into STEM fields. Five Minority Serving Institutions, including two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), will also share more than $1 million to strengthen their automotive programs and recruit and retain underrepresented minority students and faculty.
"We are thrilled to once again partner with the DOE and GM to give students real-world laboratory opportunities," said Lauren Tabolinsky, Academic Program Manager for MathWorks. "Providing the latest tools and resources for the university teams is a crucial element in educating the next generation of engineers and preparing them to begin their careers, especially with the development of EV technology."
The universities selected to participate in the EcoCAR EV Challenge include:
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University/ Bethune-Cookman University
- Georgia Institute of Technology
- Illinois Institute of Technology
- McMaster University (Canada)
- Mississippi State University
- Ohio State University / Wilberforce University
- University of Alabama
- University of California, Riverside
- University of California, Davis
- University of Texas at Austin
- University of Waterloo (Canada)
- Virginia Tech
- West Virginia University
"Argonne has managed the Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions program for DOE in partnership with the auto industry for more than three decades. The EcoCAR EV Challenge will build upon the program's rich history to provide North America's premier training ground for future EV engineers. Academia and Industry both recognize the role of experiential learning in helping to prepare students for the rapidly evolving automotive workforce," said Kristen Wahl, Director of the Advanced Vehicle Technology Competition (AVTC) Program at Argonne National Laboratory. "This year, the selection process was highly competitive due to the number of outstanding applications we received from universities, big and small, across the U.S and Canada. We are excited to see what these teams will accomplish in supporting the country's transition to clean energy and electric vehicles."
These universities will build student teams with multi-disciplinary engineering skill sets, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, and Software engineering. The teams will also engage students from various other backgrounds such as Communications, PR, Business and Project Management to emulate the real-world experience of working in the automotive industry. This cross-disciplinary approach is critical to success in EcoCAR and also prepares students for successful careers in the mobility sector.
The competition will kick off in Fall 2022 and conclude in May 2026. For more information, please visit ecocarevchallenge.org or avtcseries.org.
About EcoCAR EV Challenge:
EcoCAR EV Challenge is a four-year collegiate engineering program that builds on the successful 34-year history of Department of Energy Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions (AVTC) that exemplify the power of government/industry partnerships in addressing our nation's toughest energy and mobility challenges and providing invaluable practical skills of promising young minds ready to enter the workforce.
The EcoCAR EV Challenge is managed by Argonne National Laboratory and sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, General Motors, and MathWorks as the headlining sponsors.
General Motors provides each of the competing teams with a Cadillac LYRIQ – the brand's first all-electric vehicle built on GM's Ultium Platform which encompasses a common set of propulsion components – battery cells, modules, packs and a family for Ultium Drive units. GM also provides vehicle components, seed money, technical mentoring and operational support.
A foundational principle of EcoCAR is the use of Model-Based Design, a mathematical and visual design approach using MATLAB and Simulink that enables users to manage projects quickly and cost-effectively, collaborate on designs, and develop complex embedded systems. MathWorks provides teams with a full suite of software tools, simulation models, training, technical mentoring and operational support.
The U.S. Department of Energy and its research and development facility, Argonne National Laboratory, provide competition management, team evaluation and logistical support. Other sponsors provide hardware, software and training.
Reference to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply the U.S. Department of Energy's endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the U.S. Government or any agency thereof. The Department of Energy's role in this competition does not include the solicitation or selection of sponsorships, nor does it include the establishment of sponsorship criteria.
Contact: Kimberly DeClark, EcoCAR
(202) 441-0096
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SHENZHEN, China, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tencent is focusing not only on internal efforts to curb emissions, but also using digital technologies and capabilities to help various industries decarbonize, contributing to a global push in fighting climate change, said Xu Hao, Vice President of Sustainable Social Value at Tencent (0700.HK), at a Reuters online event on June 22nd.
"At Tencent, we take climate change as one of the key strategic issues for the company. On one side, we are committed to achieving net zero as soon as we can. On the other side, we are also dedicated to helping other industries decarbonize, leveraging Tencent's technology and other capabilities", said Xu, during a panel discussion with Carbon Tracker Initiative founder Mark Campanale, and DBS's Chief Sustainability Officer, Helge Muenkel.
As one of the major Chinese Internet companies at the forefront of environmental trends, Tencent has pledged to achieve carbon neutrality in its own operations and supply chain, and to use green power for 100% of all electricity consumed by 2030.
According to Tencent's Carbon Neutrality Target and Roadmap Report announced earlier this year, the leading Chinese internet company's total greenhouse gas emissions and composition in the baseline year of 2021 was 5.111 million tons, roughly equal to the annual emissions of a medium-sized thermal power plant.
"Given that baseline, we planned our net zero journey following three principles. Firstly, we're going to reduce as much as we can. We did a lot of things around energy efficiency of our data centers and of our office buildings. Secondly, we will try to avoid any emissions that we may have. And lastly, we will use carbon offsets to reduce our emissions, with the lowest priority after reduction and avoidance", said Xu.
Even before Tencent announced its net-zero roadmap, the company had already long been promoting internal emissions cuts. Several of Tencent's buildings obtained LEED Gold certification. The roof of the Tencent Binhai Building in Shenzhen and the surrounding paving stones consist of water-absorbing sponge bricks to help recycle and reuse rainwater, thereby reducing the consumption of tap water for plant life and restrooms. In addition, the orientation, curtain wall and shutters of the building are specially designed to maximize the use of natural light and reduce the power consumption of internal lighting. By implementing energy-efficiency measures such as optimizing air conditioning controls, in 2020 the Binhai Building saved 5.98 GWh of electricity and reduced emissions by the equivalent of about 2,690 tons of carbon dioxide, compared with 2019.
Tencent developed its fourth-generation T-Block technology for data centers, lowering Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) to as little as 1.06. The company also implemented emerging technologies such as natural cooling, liquid cooling, tri-generation, water-heat recovery and AI algorithms to boost cooling efficiency and reduce the power consumption of its data centers, a leading source of carbon emissions from internet technology companies. Rooftop solar cells were also installed at data centers. To date, more than 80 MW of distributed new energy projects are either in operation or under construction, and the annual power output of these projects after completion is expected to exceed 80 GWh.
Tencent is also an active player in China's green power trading market. In 2022, the company signed sustainable power trading contracts for a total of 504 GWh, meaning the actual transaction volume of mid- and long-term agreements in several of its large data centers accounts for 43.5% of their annual electricity consumption. Among them, Tencent Qingcheng Data Center in Guangdong uses renewable energy for 100% of its annual electricity needs. Tencent is also exploring centralized renewable-energy power plants, with a focus on onshore wind and solar technologies, as well as emerging power-generation methods such as offshore wind power.
Building Awareness, Facilitating Transformation
In addition to achieving its own carbon-neutrality goals, Tencent also aims to assist in the low-carbon transformation of society and support emerging low-carbon technologies, leading initiatives as a helper and connecter.
"We think awareness and capability building is quite important in terms of carbon reduction. Climate change is an issue that everybody needs to participate. From our perspective, we already have this platform that can link us with many customers," said Xu.
Tencent is deeply rooted in the consumer internet and has many internet products that are familiar to Chinese consumers and beyond. Its business ecosystem connects massive numbers of consumers, whose choices directly or indirectly affect the carbon neutrality of society as a whole. Based on this wide reach, Tencent realized that it has the responsibility to advocate for a new low-carbon lifestyle. To this end, the company launched a series of internet products that seek to simplify the complex and specialized topic of carbon neutrality, introducing the concept of a low carbon lifestyle through lively and entertaining content.
Its WeChat platform actively promoted emissions cuts and a low-carbon lifestyle through popularizing digital payments in various scenarios across China, including cable fees, metro tickets, gas stations and hospital payments, as well as online donations, therefore significantly reducing paper consumption. Over the past 5 years, reduced paper consumption due to an increase in digital transactions through WeChat has resulted in a total reduction of 188,200 tons of carbon emissions.
In 2021, Tencent partnered with the Publicity and Education Center of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment to launch a carbon neutrality Q&A mini program on WeChat, helping users learn about carbon neutrality and contribute to related charities while participating. Each time they answer a question correctly, the Tencent Charity Foundation makes a donation to support programs that protect grasslands and forests. As of January 2022, 7.7 million users have taken part in the mini quiz in the program.
The interactivity and immersion of games, one of Tencent's core businesses, make them an effective tool to spread low-carbon awareness and educate the public. This year, Tencent launched a charity game called Carbon Island that simulates a city's progress toward net-zero, helping to raise awareness of a low-carbon lifestyle among the public. Meanwhile, Tencent Games' Timi Studio was invited by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNDP) to join the Playing for the Planet Alliance. Since 2021, the environmental protection content of Timi games has reached 110 million players, and helped spread awareness of climate challenges.
"One of the key strategic shifts of Tencent is we are looking at how Tencent can help with industries, and help the digital transformation of industries," said Xu,
As a technology enterprise, Tencent believes it can have a large impact in the low-carbon transformation of various industries through digitalization. Companies cannot achieve low-carbon operation without efficient and convenient online office tools. In 2019, Tencent launched its Tencent Meeting/VooV video conferencing product. Since then, the product has resulted in the cumulative reduction of more than 15 million tons of carbon emissions. Along with the rapid development of digital products, demand for digital infrastructure is also increasing across society. The transition of traditional IT infrastructure to cloud computing has improved the efficiency of resource utilization and offers another potential avenue to reduce emissions. Moreover, the many measures Tencent has taken to reduce emissions at its data centers has not only aided in the progress towards carbon neutrality in its own operations and supply chain, but has also provided low-carbon computing power and helped Tencent's clients reduce their own carbon footprints.
"If we look at 10-15 years from today, I would argue that the world will be totally different, and that new technology will play an even bigger role, and we're going to accelerate the past towards a more sustainable future. By that time, hopefully, climate change is not only just a challenge, but the pathway is much clearer, and a lot of actions have already been started," envisioned Xu.
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Rutgers beefing up security patrols after anti-Semitic attacks at fraternity house
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NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey (WABC) — Rutgers is beefing up security patrols amid reports of anti-Semitic attacks at a fraternity house.
Officials say that over the past several days, members of the Rutgers Jewish community have been targeted by repeated anti-Semitic attacks.
The first occurred on Friday, in which protesters leaving a Students for Justice in Palestine rally traveled to the AEPi house and harassed its brothers, shouting anti-Semitic rhetoric and spitting in their direction.
Then, on Monday evening, the AEPi house was targeted again, as eggs were discovered to have been thrown at the house while brothers were reading the names of Holocaust victims overnight in commemoration of Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Memorial Day.
This is the second year that eggs were thrown at the house during the program.
“There is no place for this type of targeted hate on our campus, and Rutgers Hillel condemns these anti-Semitic acts in the strongest terms,” University officials said in a statement. “The direct targeting of members of our Jewish community goes against everything our campus community stands for and is unacceptable, especially during a program remembering the horrific impact anti-Jewish hate can have.”
Chancellor-Provost Francine Conway released a statement about the incident, reaffirming that targeting students because of their Jewish identity is wrong and the university’s willingness to address these issues systemically.
“We understand and are sensitive to the concerns of those who were targeted, and stand by our Jewish students, faculty and staff,” she wrote. “Harassment based on religious belief, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or for any reason, is antithetical to our values at Rutgers University.
The university will increase security patrols in and around the targeted building and provide counseling and support to students who are experiencing trauma or other effects of these actions.
The investigation into the incidents is ongoing.
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FIRST EVER BAGEL STORE ON SHELTER ISLAND
SHELTER ISLAND, New York, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Eccentric Bagel announced today that it will be opening its doors for the Grand Opening of the first ever bagel store on the Shelter Island.
The soft opening this past weekend was incredible. Lines out the door with customers waiting to try Darryn Weinstein's unique bagel recipe. Customers seated outside praising the taste "this is the best bagel I ever had, and I live in NYC" one customer said. Over 4000 bagels made, and all sold out! Customers favorites were classic everything, unique za'atar and jalapeno cheddar. Weinstein created on the spot bagel dogs that sold out within 5 minutes of putting them out.
Darryn and his wife Amy have owned a home on Shelter Island for almost 7 years. A Manhattan native, Darryn has always felt the island needed a bagel store. He decided to pair his 30 years of hospitality knowledge with his wife's design experience and bring to the island not just a bagel store, but a gastronomic experience.
Amy is the founder and CEO of Smash Entertainment, an entertainment firm that has provided services for everyone from Beyoncé to Barack Obama. Amy's specialty is cultivating an experience and with the Eccentric Bagel she has set out to do just that. With help of local artist Ricky Teevee, the stores handmade visual experience was created.
The Eccentric Bagel is driven by a desire to create delicious food and a one-of-a-kind bagel experience. Combining a visual uniqueness, delicious food, and a HOLE lot of fun is what makes them ECCENTRIC!
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