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CDC launches new forecasting center for infectious diseases
(AP) – A new U.S. government center aims to become the National Weather Service for infectious diseases — an early warning system to help guide the response to COVID-19 and future pandemics.
The new Center for Forecasting and Outbreak Analytics launched Tuesday. Its leaders say predicting the course of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. has been hampered by data-collection problems.
In contrast, the United Kingdom uses regular population sampling with swab tests and blood draws to get a clearer picture of who’s been infected, said Marc Lipsitch, the new center’s science director. He said similar sampling should be considered in the U.S.
And the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention needs to have better access to data from state governments and hospitals, said Caitlin Rivers, the center’s associate director.
The CDC has been granted temporary authority for COVID-19 data collection, but the agency broadly relies on voluntary reporting and complex data agreements with states, Rivers said.
The center is housed at the CDC. Its initial $200 million in funding came from the 2021 coronavirus relief package. The center has awarded $21 million to academic institutions to develop modeling and forecasting methods.
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Slalom to Offer Specialized Services Tailored for AIQ CX Hub
NEW YORK and SEATTLE, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ActionIQ, the leader in customer experience (CX) solutions, and Slalom, a global consulting firm focused on strategy, technology and business transformation, today announced a strategic partnership, whereby Slalom will offer specialized services tailored for the ActionIQ platform to help enterprise brands increase time to value and accelerate campaigns as they use the AIQ CX Hub to discover audiences and orchestrate personalized, impactful customer experiences at scale.
The specialized services combining data, marketing, customer experience and organizational change offered by Slalom around the ActionIQ CX Hub will include:
- Strategy services, such as CX research, marketing strategy and use case development
- Implementation and Integration offerings, including integrations with other platforms such as advertising, analytics, data sources, engagement, planning, along with sales and service systems
- Managed services, such as change management, governance and expansion
"This partnership brings together the unique advantages and technical superiority of the ActionIQ CX Hub with Slalom's strategy, technology, and business transformation services," said Neil Wilson, Vice President of Partnerships at ActionIQ. "The ActionIQ CX Hub helps brands make every team member a CX champion through self-service ability to action the full breadth of customer data to deliver personalized customer experiences. This partnership will empower enterprise customers to utilize ActionIQ to the full extent through Slalom's AIQ-tailored service offerings."
The ActionIQ CX Hub, powered by a CDP, brings order to CX chaos by enabling all teams with direct and controlled self-service access to customer data to discover audiences and orchestrate experiences for millions of customers. With accessibility across users, the AIQ CX Hub gives users the direct access they need to execute use cases while giving data owners complete control of data governance.
"We're excited to join forces with such a strong industry leader," said Ronak Shah, Sales Director of Slalom NYC. "With our combined experience across the martech landscape, we are in an excellent position to provide a wide range of customized services to clients, including marketing strategy, use case development, ActionIQ CX Hub implementation, integrations with other platforms, and managed services."
To learn more about the ActionIQ CX Hub paired with Slalom please visit here to schedule a demo https://www.actioniq.com/customer-data-platform-demo/
AIQ brings order to CX chaos. Our Customer Experience Hub empowers everyone to be a CX champion by giving business teams the freedom to explore and action on customer data while helping technical teams extend and enhance existing technology investments to manage data governance, costs and performance. Enterprise brands such as Autodesk, M&T Bank, The New York Times, Neiman Marcus, Hertz and many more use our CX Hub to drive growth through extraordinary customer experiences. Learn more at actioniq.com.
Slalom is a global consulting firm focused on strategy, technology, and business transformation. In 43 markets around the world, Slalom's teams have autonomy to move fast and do what's right. They are backed by regional innovation hubs, a global culture of collaboration, and partnerships with the world's top technology providers. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Seattle, Slalom has organically grown to over 12,500 employees. Slalom has been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For seven years running and is regularly recognized by employees as a best place to work. Learn more at slalom.com.
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UK gov’t approves extradition of Assange to US; he plans to appeal
LONDON (AP) — The British government has ordered the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the United States to face spying charges. WikiLeaks said it would appeal.
Home Secretary Priti Patel signed the extradition order on Friday, her department said. It follows a British court ruling in April that Assange could be sent to the U.S. over WikiLeaks’ publication of a huge trove of classified documents more than a decade ago.
The Home Office said in a statement that “the U.K courts have not found that it would be oppressive, unjust or an abuse of process to extradite Mr. Assange.”
“Nor have they found that extradition would be incompatible with his human rights, including his right to a fair trial and to freedom of expression, and that whilst in the U.S. he will be treated appropriately, including in relation to his health.”
The decision is a big moment in Assange’s years-long battle to avoid facing trial in the U.S. — though not necessarily the end of the tale. Assange has 14 days to appeal.
The U.S. has asked British authorities to extradite Assange so he can stand trial on 17 charges of espionage and one charge of computer misuse. American prosecutors say Assange unlawfully helped U.S. Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning steal classified diplomatic cables and military files that WikiLeaks later published, putting lives at risk.
“Today is not the end of the fight. It is only the beginning of a new legal battle,” said Assange’s wife, Stella Assange. She said the U.K. decision marked “a dark day for press freedom and for British democracy.”
“Julian did nothing wrong,” she said. “He has committed no crime and is not a criminal. He is a journalist and a publisher, and he is being punished for doing his job.”
A British judge approved the extradition in April, leaving the final decision to the government. The ruling came after a legal battle that went all the way to the U.K. Supreme Court.
Journalism organizations and human rights groups have called on Britain to refuse the extradition request.
Supporters and lawyers for Assange, 50, argue that he was acting as a journalist and is entitled to First Amendment protections of freedom of speech for publishing documents that exposed U.S. military wrongdoing in Iraq and Afghanistan. They argue that his case is politically motivated.
Assange’s lawyers say he could face up to 175 years in jail if he is convicted in the U.S., though American authorities have said any sentence is likely to be much lower than that.
Assange has been held at Britain’s high-security Belmarsh Prison in London since 2019, when he was arrested for skipping bail during a separate legal battle. Before that, he spent seven years inside the Ecuadorian Embassy in London to avoid extradition to Sweden to face allegations of rape and sexual assault.
Sweden dropped the sex crimes investigations in November 2019 because so much time had elapsed.
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FARMINGTON, Conn., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) will host a conference call on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. EDT. Judy Marks, Rahul Ghai and Anurag Maheshwari will discuss the company's second quarter results and the outlook for 2022.
To register for the event click here. A corresponding presentation and news release will be available on www.otis.com prior to the call and a recording of the call will be made available on the website later in the day.
About Otis
Otis is the world's leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company. We move 2 billion people a day and maintain more than 2.1 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 70,000 people strong, include 41,000 field professionals, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @OtisElevatorCo.
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RENO, Nev., June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SkyDrop announced that production of the drone fleet for the commercial drone delivery trial with Domino's is now complete.
SkyDrop (formerly known as Flirtey) and Domino's Pizza Enterprises Limited (Domino's), signed an agreement earlier this year to launch the second phase of commercial drone deliveries in New Zealand. This commercial trial with Domino's is scheduled to launch in New Zealand in the coming months.
SkyDrop is a full-stack solutions provider of hardware, software and patents for autonomous last-mile drone delivery. SkyDrop values safety and has manufactured the drone delivery aircraft to meet SkyDrop's robust quality assurance standards and regulatory requirements. SkyDrop's operational system consists of two aircraft, one ground infrastructure platform, and one autonomous control station that enables a seamless and frictionless workflow at the store location and scalable store-to-door drone delivery operations.
SkyDrop's drone delivery system enables delivery of Hot & Fresh pizza from the local Domino's store to the customer's home. SkyDrop drones can carry a variety of Domino's menu options, including popular choices such as: three Extra-Large Domino's pizzas, or two Large Domino's pizzas with one soda and one side dish (including dipping sauce).
In preparation for the commercial trial, SkyDrop is currently conducting test deliveries at its facilities in Reno, NV.
SkyDrop has raised approximately $40 million total investment to date, including a recent $2 million new investment from existing investors Sierra Angels, McFlirtey, Melbourne Angels, and Icehouse Ventures that is focused on advancing the commercial trial launch with Domino's in New Zealand.
With New Zealand borders reopening, both SkyDrop and Domino's are excited to be one step closer to offering drone delivery. The benefit of introducing drones as a delivery method alongside cars, electric scooters and bikes is that customers can enjoy the convenience of having Hot & Fresh pizzas delivered with Zero Contact to their homes by electrically powered drones, which also reduces traffic congestion and greenhouse emissions.
SkyDrop, (formerly Flirtey) is a full-stack solutions provider of hardware, software, and patents for autonomous last-mile drone delivery. SkyDrop is the pioneer of the commercial drone delivery industry, with a mission to make delivery instant for everyone, and a vision of drone delivery that is safer, speedier, quieter, cheaper, and greener. The company first made history in 2015 when it conducted the first-ever FAA-approved drone delivery in the US.
Learn more at www.GetSkyDrop.com
Domino's Pizza Enterprises Limited is Domino's largest franchisee outside of the USA. It holds the master franchise rights to the Domino's brand and network in Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, France, The Netherlands, Japan, Germany, Luxembourg, Denmark and Taiwan. Today, Domino's has a network of more than 3,100 stores. Learn more at www.dominos.co.nz
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MONTRÉAL, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - (NYSE: CAE) (TSX: CAE)— On June 22, CAE President and Chief Executive Officer Marc Parent was named a Knight of the distinguished Ordre national du Québec, the highest honour bestowed by the Québec government, presented by Premier François Legault. Mr. Parent was also recently inducted into Québec's Air and Space Hall of Fame.
"It is truly an honour to be appointed to the Ordre national du Québec and join the ranks of pioneers who have been recognized for their significant contributions to Québec's economy and growth," said Mr. Parent.
Since joining CAE in 2005, Mr. Parent has led CAE's growth beyond creating simulation products to providing solutions, services and technologies that enhance human performance in high-stakes industries while always looking for innovative ways to give back to Québec.
Over the last two years, Mr. Parent's advocacy and leadership helped CAE strengthen its business strategy and secure its future despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. With nine acquisitions since March 2020, CAE has also significantly increased its capabilities and expanded its offering, ushering in the next generation of technology.
Committed to building technology to accelerate the development and safe adoption of world-changing innovations, Mr. Parent contributed to making CAE the first Canadian aerospace company to become carbon-neutral in 2020.
Recognized for his commitment to the community and an unparalleled passion for making the world a safer place, Mr. Parent launched a movement in Québec to accelerate vaccinations against COVID-19, which led to nearly 400,000 doses being administered in 27 centres to companies across Québec. Also under Mr. Parent's leadership, CAE employees designed and created the CAE Air1 critical care respirator.
For his extraordinary vision, ambition and leadership, Mr. Parent has also been recently inducted into Québec's Air and Space Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization that recognizes the outstanding contributions and accomplishments in aviation from individuals from Québec.
Over the years, Mr. Parent has been honoured with numerous other awards, including the Order of Canada (2020), Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame (2021) and being named Industry Leader of the Year by the Living Legends of Aviation (2022).
Every year, since 1985, the Premier of Québec has paid tribute to exceptional individuals who, through their achievements, values and ideals, have influenced Québec's growth and contributed to its renown. In 2022, Marc Parent was one of the 32 remarkable Quebecers to be appointed during the 36th award ceremony.
At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a high-technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, defence and security forces, and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we're everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in more than 200 sites and training locations in over 35 countries. CAE represents 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators, surgical manikins, and personalized training programs powered by artificial intelligence. We're investing our time and resources into building the next generation of cutting-edge, digitally immersive training and critical operations solutions. Today and tomorrow, we'll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter. www.cae.com
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- Positive safety and tolerability results support the advancement of MM-110 and guide the Phase 2a dose design in individuals undergoing supervised opioid withdrawal -
- Phase 2a trial remains on track to initiate in Q2 2022 -
NEW YORK, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc (NASDAQ: MNMD), (NEO: MMED), (the "Company" or "MindMed"), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel products to treat brain health disorders, today announced topline results from the Phase 1 placebo-controlled trial designed to assess the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics and neurocognitive effects of MM-110 in 108 healthy volunteers.
The results showed favorable safety and tolerability, support the advancement of MM-110, and have guided the Phase 2a dose, schedule, and design in individuals undergoing supervised opioid withdrawal. MM-110 (also known as zolunicant HCl or 18-MC) is an α3β4 nicotinic cholinergic receptor antagonist and non-hallucinogenic proprietary congener of ibogaine.
"As there is a major unmet need to address the ongoing and ever-growing opioid crisis, we are very pleased with the results from our Phase 1 trial, which underscore the potential clinical utility of MM-110 to safely mitigate symptoms of opioid withdrawal," said Daniel R Karlin, MD MA, Chief Medical Officer of MindMed. "These data build on extensive pharmacology and toxicology studies, as well as encouraging results from preclinical studies that showed reductions in translational markers of opioid withdrawal and multi-day reductions in opioid self-administration following a single-dose administration of MM-110. Together, the data generated to date support our clinical development program and bring us one step closer to potentially providing an effective treatment solution with an optimized dosing schedule for withdrawal management. We look forward to leveraging these findings in the upcoming Phase 2a, gated two-part study, which will provide an opportunity for early signs of efficacy and inform the randomized proof-of-concept trial. The Phase 2a trial remains on track to initiate in the second quarter of 2022."
A total of 72 participants received up to 325 mg of MM-110 (n=51) twice on a single day or placebo (n=21), and 36 participants were administered up to 90mg of MM-110 (n=26) twice daily for seven days or placebo (n=10). The topline results and observations include the following:
- MM-110 was well-tolerated up to 500mg per day in the single ascending dose (SAD) arm and 60 mg per day for seven days in the multiple-ascending dose (MAD) arm of the trial.
- A linear pharmacokinetic profile was maintained across the tested doses and frequencies.
- Observed clinical effects demonstrated alignment with potent CNS engagement.
- No serious adverse events were reported. Treatment emergent adverse events were mild or moderate in severity and resolved without sequelae.
- Clinical laboratory parameters and electrocardiograms were also assessed with no findings of clinical concern across the administered dose ranges.
- Next steps: Consistent with the Phase 1 trial and aligned with the preclinical data, an every-other-day dose regimen is planned for the Phase 2a trial. This dose schedule offers the potential to be a better option than existing treatments for supervised opioid withdrawal.
About the Phase 1 Trial Design
The Phase 1 single and multiple-ascending dose trial conducted at a single clinical research site in Perth, Australia, evaluated the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and effects on the neurocognitive activity of MM-110 in 108 healthy volunteers.
About MindMed
MindMed is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel products to treat brain health disorders, with a particular focus on psychiatry, addiction, pain and neurology. Our mission is to be the global leader in the development and delivery of treatments that unlock new opportunities to improve patient outcomes. We are developing a pipeline of innovative drug candidates, with and without acute perceptual effects, targeting the serotonin, dopamine and acetylcholine systems.
MindMed trades on the NASDAQ under the symbol MNMD and on the Canadian NEO Exchange under the symbol MMED.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this news release related to the Company constitute "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws and are prospective in nature, including statements regarding the perceived benefits of MM-110 and its potential to address the needs of the opioid crisis and the expectations on timing and outcomes for our Phase 2a trial for MM-110. Forward-looking information is not based on historical facts, but rather on current expectations and projections about future events and are therefore subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from the future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. There are numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and the Company's plans and objectives to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking information, including history of negative cash flows; limited operating history; incurrence of future losses; availability of additional capital; lack of product revenue; compliance with laws and regulations; difficulty associated with research and development; risks associated with clinical trials or studies; heightened regulatory scrutiny; early stage product development; clinical trial risks; regulatory approval processes; novelty of the psychedelic inspired medicines industry; as well as those risk factors discussed or referred to herein and the risks described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2022 under headings such as "Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements," and "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and other filings and furnishings made by the Company with the securities regulatory authorities in all provinces and territories of Canada which are available under the Company's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no duty or obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release as a result of new information, future events, changes in expectations or otherwise.
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PHOENIX (AP) — The Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat are top seeds in the NBA playoffs and at the moment they look like it, coming off impressive performances.
Both have a chance to take 2-0 leads in their respective series on Wednesday and are strong favorites to get it done, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
In the Western Conference, the Suns have a 10-game winning streak against the Dallas Mavericks, counting regular season games, going into Game 2. Deandre Ayton scored 25 points, Devin Booker added 23 and Chris Paul had 19 in Game 1 in a balanced and mostly dominant performance.
The Suns were up 21 points in the fourth quarter before a Mavs rally made it a two-possession game in the final minutes. Phoenix held on for a 121-114 win and said the game taught them a valuable lesson.
“Just break the dang gas pedal, that’s it, just break it,” Ayton said, referring to whether Phoenix lost its focus with the big lead.
As for the Mavericks, they need someone to help Luka Doncic, who scored 45 points, had 12 rebounds and eight assists in Game 1. Coach Jason Kidd said others need “to join the party” if Dallas is going to make this a competitive series.
“We have been here before,” Dallas forward Dorian Finney-Smith said. “Don’t overreact. We have to go back to the drawing board. We know how they are playing us now so we have to make our adjustment.”
In the Eastern Conference, the 76ers used plenty of lineups against the Heat in Game 1, and will continue to seek the right mix without league scoring champion and NBA MVP finalist Joel Embiid — who will miss Game 2 with an orbital fracture and concussion.
Miami won Game 1 106-92.
Going small worked at times for Philadelphia. When Miami figured out the counter, the game got away from the 76ers. But there were some elements that worked.
“The biggest adjustment for us is taking care of the darn ball,” Philadelphia coach Doc Rivers said Tuesday. “That’s being organized, being in the right spots, running your offense correctly. … To get in the game and let that pressure take us out of that, it’s not disheartening but really troubling.”
And a Game 1 loss certainly didn’t hurt Philadelphia’s confidence. Backup center Paul Reed made that clear after the game.
“Honestly, I think we can definitely beat this team,” Reed said. “I think we go out there, be more physical than them and play more aggressive and keep them on their heels, they’re going to fold.”
76ERS AT HEAT
Miami leads 1-0. Game 2, 7:30 p.m. EDT, TNT.
— NEED TO KNOW: Miami’s Bam Adebayo was 8 for 10 from the floor in Game 1, Tyler Herro got his shooting stroke back and the Heat won without a big night from Jimmy Butler (15 points). But the 76ers found things that they liked; zone defense worked to a certain extent, though exposed Philadelphia a bit on the offensive glass. Tobias Harris — who was great against the Heat in the regular season — had a game-high 27 points. “He killed us. We didn’t handle him well,” Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said.
— KEEP AN EYE ON: Philadelphia G James Harden. Only four shots and four points in the second half (granted, he didn’t play much of the fourth quarter) isn’t enough right now for a 76ers team without Joel Embiid. Harden doesn’t have to take 35 shots, but he and the 76ers need to find ways for him to try and score more.
— INJURY WATCH: Embiid (orbital fracture, concussion) remains out, though has taken the first steps toward escaping the concussion protocols. “He’s feeling a lot better. I don’t want to give false hope, either, so I’ll just stop there,” Rivers said. Miami PG Kyle Lowry (hamstring) has not played since Game 3 of the first-round series against Atlanta and will not play Wednesday. Butler had an excused absence on Tuesday, but is no longer on the Heat injury report.
— PRESSURE IS ON: Miami. All the Heat have done is win a home game. If Philadelphia steals Game 2, it gets the home-court advantage for the series. That, combined with the possibility of Embiid returning at some point, would be a huge boost to the 76ers.
MAVERICKS AT SUNS
Phoenix leads 1-0. Game 2, 10 p.m. EDT, TNT.
— NEED TO KNOW: The Suns were dominant for most of Game 1, looking much more like the team that led the NBA with 64 regular season wins. Deandre Ayton scored 25 points, Devin Booker had 23 and Chris Paul added 19. The Mavs hope they can take some confidence from a late-game run that made the score fairly close in the final few possessions. Mavs guard Luka Doncic was phenomenal with 45 points but needs help for the Dallas to get a road win.
— KEEP AN EYE ON: Dallas G Jalen Brunson. Arguably the biggest reason the Mavs are still playing in this postseason is Brunson, who was had some big games when Doncic missed the first three contests of the Jazz series with a strained calf. Brunson struggled in Game 1, scoring just 13 points on 6 of 16 shooting. He’ll need to be play better.
— INJURY WATCH: Dallas forward Maxi Kleber took a hard fall in the fourth quarter, landing on his upper back and neck after finishing a dunk. He stayed in the game to take his free throw but looked shaken. Kleber was a signficant contributor in Game 1, scoring 19 points and making five 3-pointers. Suns guard Devin Booker appeared to be at full strength in his second game back from a strained right hamstring, but he’ll still be closely monitored.
— PRESSURE IS ON: Dallas. The Mavericks have lost 10 straight games against the Suns, counting regular season games. Doncic — as usual — has been fabulous but if the Mavs can’t find him some help this could be a short series.
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AP Basketball Writer Tim Reynolds in Miami contributed to this report.
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Leading fertility treatment network broadens its world-class fertility operations and services
with Tri-State Area expansion
LIVINGSTON, N.J., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CCRM Fertility, a global pioneer in fertility treatment, research and science, today announced the acquisition of The Institute for Reproductive Medicine & Science (IRMS), a fertility center with 11 reproductive endocrinologists and eight offices throughout New Jersey and New York. The strategic addition of IRMS furthers CCRM Fertility's growth trajectory and brings its world-class proprietary reproductive medicine expertise to IRMS offices and patients. CCRM Fertility will now serve 11 major metropolitan areas with 34 locations across the U.S. and Canada.
Since its founding in 1987, CCRM Fertility has specialized in the most advanced fertility treatments and has achieved unparalleled accomplishments in the industry. CCRM Fertility built an innovative fertility platform, consistently invests in leading physicians and research, and achieves some of the highest in vitro fertilization (IVF) live birth rates in the U.S. CCRM Fertility continues to expand into new markets and services at an unprecedented pace.
Jon Pardew, president and CEO of CCRM Fertility, said the acquisition is just one piece to the company's overall growth strategy, further strengthening its commitment to its patients, physicians, technologies, fertility care and research.
"Bringing IRMS into the CCRM Fertility family made perfect sense. It has a longstanding reputation for world-class services, personalized fertility treatment and access to care through convenient locations," Pardew said. "We are confident IRMS's diverse and experienced team of physicians and embryologists will be an excellent addition to the CCRM Fertility team. Our combined commitment to quality care and innovative solutions now makes us one of the largest and most advanced network of fertility clinics servicing North America."
"The IRMS team is incredibly excited to join the CCRM Fertility network as we expand our philosophy of care throughout the State of New Jersey and beyond," said IRMS Clinical Director Dr. Debbra Keegan. "We chose CCRM Fertility because of our common commitment to patient-centric care, best practices in medicine and scientific expertise. We look forward to this partnership bringing yet another level of superior reproductive care to our valuable patients."
CCRM Fertility specializes in pioneering fertility treatments, with deep expertise in IVF, fertility testing, fertility preservation, genetic testing, third-party reproduction and egg donation. The addition of IRMS combines the companies' scientific advances, laboratory techniques and full suite of reproductive services reinforcing CCRM Fertility as a forerunner in the field of fertility.
About IRMS
Since its inception in 1995, IRMS has been recognized as one of the nation's leading fertility centers, providing patients with state-of-the-art treatment, supported by the latest scientific innovations in the field of reproductive medicine. These innovations have greatly expanded the scope of practice in terms of the patients that reproductive endocrinologists can now serve. IRMS has been at the forefront of both inclusion and education of these patient populations so they too can manage their reproductive lives and potential. IRMS has earned a stellar reputation for their success rates using SET (Single Embryo Transfer), increasing the efficiency of each IVF cycle. The physicians and staff of IRMS have taken on a significant role as advocates for coverage and access to care, for patients within their own practice as well as through advancing legislation in both New Jersey and New York. For more information on IRMS, please visit www.sbivf.com.
About CCRM Fertility
CCRM Fertility is a global pioneer in fertility treatment, research and science. Founded by Dr. William Schoolcraft 35 years ago, CCRM Fertility specializes in the most advanced fertility treatments, with deep expertise in IVF, fertility testing, egg freezing, preimplantation genetic testing, third party reproduction and egg donation. CCRM Fertility leverages its own data and a dedicated team of in-house reproductive endocrinologists, embryologists and geneticists to deliver industry-leading outcomes. CCRM Fertility has 34 locations in North America, serving patients in 11 major metropolitan areas, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Denver, Houston, New York, Northern Virginia, Minneapolis, Orange County, San Francisco Bay Area and Toronto. For more information, visit www.ccrmivf.com.
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NEW YORK, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: New York, N.Y., June 11, 2022. Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of IronNet, Inc. (NYSE: IRNT) between September 15, 2021 and December 15, 2021, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important June 21, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased IronNet securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the IronNet class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5641 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 21, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) IronNet had materially overstated its business and financial prospects; (2) IronNet was unable to predict the timing of significant customer opportunities which constituted a substantial portion of its publicly-issued FY 2022 financial guidance; (3) IronNet had not established effective disclosure controls and procedures to reasonably ensure its public disclosures were timely, accurate, complete, and not otherwise misleading; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false, misleading, and/or lacked any reasonable basis in fact at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the IronNet class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5641 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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CRANFORD, N.J., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Citius" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CTXR), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing first-in-class critical care products, today announced that it will present at the H.C. Wainwright Global Investment Conference being held May 23-26, 2022. Leonard Mazur, Chairman and CEO of Citius, will discuss the Company's recent business developments and upcoming milestones.
Interested parties may schedule 1-on-1 meetings with Citius management by registering through the event platform or contacting the Company's investor relations team.
About Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Citius is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of first-in-class critical care products, with a focus on oncology, anti-infectives in adjunct cancer care, unique prescription products, and stem cell therapies. The Company has two late-stage product candidates, Mino-Lok®, an antibiotic lock solution for the treatment of patients with catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs), which is currently enrolling patients in a Phase 3 Pivotal superiority trial, and I/ONTAK (E7777), a novel IL-2R immunotherapy for an initial indication in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL), which has completed enrollment in its Pivotal Phase 3 trial. Mino-Lok® was granted Fast Track designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). I/ONTAK has received orphan drug designation by the FDA for the treatment of CTCL and peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL). Through its subsidiary, NoveCite, Inc., Citius is developing a novel proprietary mesenchymal stem cell treatment derived from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) for acute respiratory conditions, with a near-term focus on acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) associated with COVID-19. For more information, please visit www.citiuspharma.com.
Investor Relations for Citius Pharmaceuticals:
Ilanit Allen
Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications
T: 908-967-6677 x113
E: ir@citiuspharma.com
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NEW YORK (AP) — The fossilized skeleton of a T. rex relative that roamed the earth about 76 million years ago will be auctioned in New York this month, Sotheby’s announced Tuesday.
The Gorgosaurus skeleton will highlight Sotheby’s natural history auction on July 28, the auction house said.
The Gorgosaurus was an apex carnivore that lived in what is now the western United States and Canada during the late Cretaceous Period. It predated its relative the Tyrannosaurus rex by 10 million years.
The specimen being sold was discovered in 2018 in the Judith River Formation near Havre, Montana, Sotheby’s said. It measures nearly 10 feet (3 meters) tall and 22 (6.7 meters) feet long.
All of the other known Gorgosaurus skeletons are in museum collections, making this one the only specimen available for private ownership, the auction house said.
“In my career, I have had the privilege of handling and selling many exceptional and unique objects, but few have the capacity to inspire wonder and capture imaginations quite like this unbelievable Gorgosaurus skeleton,” Cassandra Hatton, Sotheby’s global head of science and popular culture, said.
Sotheby’s presale estimate for the fossil is $5 million to $8 million. | https://cw33.com/strange-news/ap-strange-news/76-million-year-old-dinosaur-skeleton-to-be-auctioned-in-nyc/ | 2022-07-06T10:43:05Z |
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla.-based, award-winning general contractor, has started construction on Apex Apopka Apartments, an upscale multifamily development in Apopka, FL.
Flournoy Partners is the developer for Apex Apopka Apartments. This development continues the ongoing collaboration and relationship between LandSouth and Flournoy Partners. "Flournoy Partners looks forward to another outstanding project with LandSouth," stated Jake Flournoy, Flournoy Partners President. Apex Apopka Apartments is scheduled for completion in early 2024.
"Apopka is a great location for a high-end community like Apex Apopka Apartments," shared James Pyle, LandSouth's President and CEO. "LandSouth is excited to work with Flournoy Partners to offer new options for the growing central Florida area. We look forward to continuing our productive relationship with Jake Flournoy and his team."
Sean Bowman is the LandSouth project manager and Kenneth Wood will be the superintendent for the project. Geheber Lewis and Associates serves as the architectural firm.
Apex Apopka Apartments will be a six-building, four (4) story, interior corridor multifamily development with elevators, totaling 284 units. In addition to the easy access to Highway 429, residents will be able to choose from 17 floor plans, offering one-, two-, and three-bedroom options. Amenities include a clubhouse with an outdoor pavilion / bar area, resort style pool, fire pits, a pet / car wash area, and a 4th floor observation room. The project will also offer six multi-bay freestanding garages as well as internal garages to the residential buildings.
"We are excited to start the construction of Apex Apopka Apartments," stated Sean Bowman, LandSouth's project manager. "Apopka and the surrounding areas have a great demand for an upscale multifamily living community that Apex Apopka Apartments will offer."
LandSouth will employ its unique integrated construction approach to build Apex Apopka Apartments. Service components work together to provide seamless delivery through proven procedures, systems, and technology.
ABOUT LANDSOUTH CONSTRUCTION
LandSouth Construction, the Southeast's premier general contractor, specializing in multifamily, senior living, and mixed-use development, was named one of Engineering News Record's Top 400. Since 1998 LandSouth has transformed ideas into best–in–class communities. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla. LandSouth has completed more than 25,000 multifamily units. For more information, call LandSouth's Kaley Robinson, (904) 760-3188, or visit www.landsouth.com.
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Zales is empowering women to propose and will be the Official Proposal Sponsor of The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in New York City
NEW YORK, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate strong, independent women everywhere, Zales is saying "I Do" to female proposals as part of their #SheProposed campaign. Beginning April 28 – May 1, Superfly X and Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment will be re-creating the iconic proposal scene at The FRIENDS™ Experience in New York City of when Monica proposes to Chandler, candle by candle, for a limited engagement installation, with Zales as the Official Proposal Sponsor. Together they are encouraging women, couples, and FRIENDS™ fans to propose to their partners during their visit, making their own special moment to remember. Through June 28, position markers of Monica and Chandler's proposal will stay in place at The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in New York City, allowing everyone to book a visit and stage their own proposal.
As part of the #SheProposed campaign celebration, fans are encouraged to post messages of love and support with the hashtag #SheProposed, especially when they visit the set re-creation at The FRIENDS™ Experience in New York City, inspired by one of television's most iconic proposals.
"Could we BE any more excited?," laughs Jamie Singleton, Signet Chief Marketing Officer and President of Zales, Kay and Peoples, "The wedding landscape today is quickly evolving and we're here to empower and encourage strong women everywhere. Equality and mutual respect are both important in any relationship, so this trend is a monumental milestone recognizing her voice. We can't wait to see how it develops, whether it's women taking the lead in proposing or counter-proposing to their partners."
The FRIENDS™ Experience in New York City has seen over 50 proposals since the opening in March 2021 and truly makes for a remarkable and memorable backdrop for everyone to get engaged. Voted a 10Best New Attraction by USA Today and included in CNN's 12 Best Immersive Experiences around the world, The FRIENDS™ Experience features 18 nostalgia-packed rooms and activations including Monica's kitchen, the Las Vegas Chapel where Ross and Rachel get married and the iconic FRIENDS fountain. The interactive space provides opportunities to explore the show's history and re-create your favorite moments.
The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in New York City is located at 130 E 23rd Street, New York, NY. Tickets to visit the limited installation between April 28 - May 1 can be purchased in advance. Can't make those dates? No problem as The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in New York City is open year-round. For tickets, please visit the website.
To ensure a safe environment for all staff and guests, The FRIENDS™ Experience remains "Monica Clean" and plans to continue COVID-19 protocols throughout the space including, but not limited to social distancing, requiring masks and thorough cleaning and sanitization measures. Learn more about the enhanced cleaning and safety measures as well as additional experience details at www.FriendsTheExperience.com.
Zales The Diamond Store® is a leading brand name in fine jewelry retailing. Zales is operated by Signet Jewelers Limited, the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry. Signet Jewelers operates approximately 2,800 stores. For additional information on Zales, visit www.Zales.com or follow us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/Zales), Twitter® (www.twitter.com/ZalesJewelers) , YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/Zales), Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/ZalesJewelers) and Instagram (www.instagram.com/ZalesJewelers).
Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment (WBTE), part of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Brands and Experiences, is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, and licensing of location-based entertainment, live events, exhibits, and theme park experiences based on Warner Bros. Discovery's iconic characters, stories, and brands. WBTE is home to the groundbreaking global locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, WB Movie World Australia, and countless other experiences inspired by DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby, Game of Thrones, Friends, and more. With best-in-class partners, WBTE allows fans worldwide to physically immerse themselves inside their favorite brands and franchises.
Superfly X is the global themed entertainment division of Superfly. Founded in 2020, Superfly X is transforming the way fans interact with their favorite entertainment properties with The FRIENDS™ Experience and The Office Experience. Superfly X is building on its expertise in creating iconic live experiences like Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, Outside Lands and Clusterfest as well as for some of the most recognized brands in the world. Superfly is headquartered in New York.
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of its debut in 1994, FRIENDS remains one of television's most beloved series. One of the highest-rated shows on television in its original network run, the series remains a perennial go-to in syndication and on streaming services, where it continues to be a smash hit worldwide. A favorite among critics and fans alike throughout its 10-season run, FRIENDS not only won the Emmy® for Outstanding Comedy series, but also garnered Emmy® Awards for series stars Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow. From Warner Bros. Television, FRIENDS follows the lives and loves of a close-knit group of friends living in New York City: siblings Ross (David Schwimmer) and Monica Geller (Courteney Cox), along with friends Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry), Phoebe Buffay (Lisa Kudrow), Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc) and Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston). FRIENDS was created by David Crane and Marta
Kauffman, who executive produced the series with Kevin Bright through Bright/Kauffman/Crane Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
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CRANBURY, N.J., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Palatin Technologies, Inc. ("Palatin" or the "Company") (NYSE American: PTN), a biopharmaceutical company developing first-in-class medicines based on molecules that modulate the activity of the melanocortin peptide receptor system, today announced that it has entered into a securities purchase agreement with institutional investors pursuant to which Palatin will issue and sell 8,100,000 shares of its Series B convertible redeemable preferred stock and 900,000 shares of its Series C convertible redeemable preferred stock to such investors. Each share of Series B and Series C preferred stock has a purchase price of $1.67. Each share of Series B and Series C preferred stock is convertible into shares of Palatin's common stock at an initial conversion price of $0.45 per share. The investors in the Series B and Series C preferred stock also received warrants to purchase up to 1,666,667 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $0.50 per share, expiring 48 months following issuance. Total gross proceeds from the offering, before deducting estimated offering expenses, is approximately $15 million.
Shares of the Series B and Series C preferred stock are convertible, at the option of the holder, at the earlier of 90 days from closing of the issuances of the Series B and Series C preferred stock and any time following the Company's receipt of stockholder approval for a reverse stock split (RSS) of the Company's common stock and until the thirtieth (30th) calendar day following the RSS date, into 33,333,333 common shares, computed by dividing the aggregate stated value of the preferred stock of $15 million by the conversion price of $0.45. Alternatively, following approval for a RSS and before the thirtieth (30th) calendar day following the RSS date, the holders of Series B and Series C preferred stock shall have the right to elect to have all of the outstanding shares of Series B and Series C preferred stock redeemed by the Company for cash in an amount equal to the stated value of such shares or for debt in an aggregate principal amount equal to the stated value of such shares, and receive a redemption fee of $750,000, representing 5% of the aggregate stated value of the preferred shares.
Palatin expects to call a meeting of stockholders to seek approval of, among other things, an amendment to its certificate of incorporation to effect the RSS (the "Proposal"). Except as otherwise required by law, holders of the Series B and Series C preferred stock are entitled to vote only on the Proposal and any proposal to adjourn any meeting of stockholders at which the Proposal is submitted and will vote together with the holders of common stock and each other class or series of capital stock of the Company as a single class. The holders of Series B preferred stock are entitled to a number of votes equal to the number of shares of common stock into which the Series B preferred is convertible on the issuance date. The holders of the Series C preferred stock are entitled to a number of votes equal to 20,000 votes per share of common stock into which the Series C preferred is convertible. The holders of Series C preferred stock have agreed to vote the shares of Series C preferred stock with respect to the Proposal (or any proposal to adjourn the meeting of stockholders at which the Proposal is submitted) in the same proportion as the shares of common stock, Series A preferred stock, and Series B preferred stock that are voted on such proposals.
To the extent any shares of Series B or Series C preferred stock are converted to common shares or redeemed for debt, the Company will use such net proceeds from this offering for working capital and general corporate purposes.
Additional information regarding the securities described above and the terms of the offering will be included in a filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC").
The Series B and Series C preferred stock and warrants and shares of common stock into which these preferred shares and warrants are convertible are being issued in reliance upon the exemption from the securities registration afforded by Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "1933 Act") and/or Rule 506 of Regulation D as promulgated by SEC under the 1933 Act.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.
About Palatin
Palatin is a biopharmaceutical company developing first-in-class medicines based on molecules that modulate the activity of the melanocortin and natriuretic peptide receptor systems, with targeted, receptor-specific product candidates for the treatment of diseases with significant unmet medical need and commercial potential. Palatin's strategy is to develop products and then form marketing collaborations with industry leaders to maximize their commercial potential. For additional information regarding Palatin, please visit Palatin's website at www.Palatin.com.
Forward-looking Statements
Statements in this press release that are not historical facts, including statements about future expectations of Palatin Technologies, Inc., such as statements about potential conversion of Series A and B preferred stock, clinical trial results, potential actions by regulatory agencies including the FDA, regulatory plans, development programs, proposed indications for product candidates, market potential for product candidates, and potential adverse impacts due to the global COVID-19 pandemic such as delays in regulatory review, manufacturing and supply chain interruptions, adverse effects on healthcare systems and disruption of the global economy, are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Palatin intends that such forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbors created thereby. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause Palatin's actual results to be materially different from its historical results or from any results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Palatin's actual results may differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements for reasons including, but not limited to, Palatin's ability to establish and maintain the capability for manufacturing, marketing and distribution of Vyleesi, sales of Vyleesi in the United States and elsewhere in the world, results of clinical trials, regulatory actions by the FDA and other regulatory and the need for regulatory approvals, Palatin's ability to fund development of its technology and establish and successfully complete clinical trials, the length of time and cost required to complete clinical trials and submit applications for regulatory approvals, products developed by competing pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, commercial acceptance of Palatin's products, and other factors discussed in Palatin's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Palatin is not responsible for updating for events that occur after the date of this press release.
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As shutoffs resume after more than two years, low- and moderate-income customers will continue to have assistance with bills and may be eligible for new protections
UNIONDALE, N.Y., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Utility service shutoffs for nonpayment have begun to resume across New York State, and PSEG Long Island expects to resume shutoffs on July 12. Continuing more than two years of outreach efforts, PSEG Long Island stands ready to work with customers with outstanding balances to avoid interruptions to their service. Service shutoff for nonpayment is always the last resort, and customers who are behind on their bills can still call 1-800-490-0025 to get help and protect their energy service from disconnection.
"We want to reassure our customers that if they're struggling with their energy bills, we are here to help. We are ready and willing to partner with households who have fallen behind on their bills, as we have been throughout the pandemic," said Rick Walden, vice president of Customer Services, PSEG Long Island. "That commitment is not going away. We offer many programs to help people who are behind on their bills, including deferred payment agreements, low-income electric rates, and more."
How customers can avoid a shutoff
- A deferred payment agreement, allowing qualified customers to pay down their outstanding account balance by as little as $10 a month in addition to the current bill, protects customers from shutoffs.
- Low- and moderate-income customers who receive certain externally administered financial assistance benefits and enroll in PSEG Long Island's Household Assistance Program will be protected from shutoffs until Sept. 1.
- New York State Electric and Gas Bill Relief Program - Customers enrolled in PSEG Long Island's Household Assistance Program will automatically receive a credit toward their unpaid balance through May 1, 2022, via this new, state-run program. Currently, more than 14,000 PSEG Long Island customers will receive this credit. Customers who meet the eligibility requirements and have not yet enrolled in the Household Assistance Program have until Dec. 31 to enroll and receive this bill credit.
- Customers who have received a payment on their PSEG Long Island account through the New York State-administered Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) also qualify for the New York State Electric and Gas Bill Relief Program. As ERAP payments continue to be received, the New York State Electric and Gas Bill Relief Program will remain open through Dec. 31.
Customers with unpaid account balances should call PSEG Long Island at 1-800-490-0025 to determine if they are eligible for these or other financial assistance programs, and to develop individualized payment agreements.
"It's not too late. We know how hard it has been to manage household bills when your income has been affected," Walden said. "We want to work with our customers, make sure they know about assistance programs, and help them set up individualized payment agreements that avert a shutoff, letting them pay what they can now to prevent them from getting too far behind."
What to know about shutoffs:
- In March 2020, PSEG Long Island suspended all service shutoffs for nonpayment and continued this protection throughout the New York COVID-19 State of Emergency, which ended last summer.
- After the state of emergency ended, PSEG Long Island extended additional shutoff protections through the end of 2021.
- Following the practices of several electricity and gas providers across the state, PSEG Long Island will soon resume service shutoffs for accounts that do not respond to repeated efforts to establish a payment agreement.
- Shutoff of service for nonpayment is a last resort that only occurs after PSEG Long Island makes multiple efforts to contact and help the customer.
- Customers with unpaid balances who do not already have a deferred payment agreement should call 1-800-490-0025 so PSEG Long Island can assist them.
- If previous outreach efforts are unsuccessful, a PSEG Long Island representative will make a final attempt to contact the customer of record, in person, to accept a payment and avoid a shutoff.
- When service is terminated, a service suspension notice will be left at the location with instructions on how to work with PSEG Long Island to reconnect.
Customers are beginning to take action
PSEG Long Island continues to partner with social service agencies and perform outreach to customers who have fallen behind on their bills, including letters informing them in advance about the resumption of shutoffs for nonpayment.
For the past seven months, PSEG Long Island field representatives have been making customer visits, connecting one-on-one with residential customers who have past-due account balances to discuss payment methods, accept a payment or work out a payment plan to pay down balances over time. In that time, representatives have visited with more than 47,000 residential customers and 10,000 of those customers have entered into deferred payment agreements. PSEG Long Island representatives work with customers to find the best solution for the household.
PSEG Long Island's Consumer Advocacy team also works year-round to provide customers with crucial information, utilizing email and social media, hosting educational webinars, and conducting proactive phone outreach. These outreaches also include energy efficiency tips, referrals for additional assistance for food insecurity and housing concerns, and help applying for the federally funded, statewide Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
When a new, state-administered program was established to provide eligible households up to $10,000 in unpaid bill forgiveness in the fall of 2021, PSEG Long Island mobilized to inform as many customers as possible, hosting a series of webinars that connected with more than 1,000 customers. The Consumer Advocacy team made thousands of phone calls to encourage customers to apply.
The combination of PSEG Long Island's efforts and New York State's own outreach resulted in more than 7,000 PSEG Long Island customers benefiting from this unique program – receiving $20 million of the $150 million total utility aid that had been made available statewide.
Where to learn more about available assistance
For more information on PSEG Long Island financial assistance programs, visit https://www.psegliny.com/myaccount/customersupport/financialassistance. Programs available for customers, both internal and externally run, include:
- Emergency HEAP. $90 million in federal funding through Emergency HEAP was made available to help low- and middle-income New Yorkers avoid having their home heating disconnected or exhausting their heating source amid fuel price increases. This benefit has been extended through Aug. 31. If you are experiencing an emergency, you can apply for this benefit by reaching out to your local Department of Social Services location, which you can find here: https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/contacts/
- For low-income households facing no-heat situations, the State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is also accepting applications for its heating equipment repair or replacement benefit. Eligible homeowners can now apply for up to $3,000 for repair or $6,500 for replacement of a furnace, boiler or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep the household's primary heating source working. Additionally, eligible households can receive energy efficiency services, which includes the cleaning of primary heating equipment to allow for its safe and efficient operation. You can apply for this benefit by reaching out to your local Department of Social Services location, which you can find here: https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/contacts/
- Household Assistance Program – PSEG Long Island's Household Assistance Program provides a monthly credit on electric bills for customers who receive benefits from specific federal and state assistance programs. Enrollment is open, and if approved, is effective for 18 months. It is also renewable. For more information, contact PSEG Long Island's Consumer Advocacy group at consumeradvocacyLI@pseg.com or visit www.psegliny.com/myaccount/customersupport/financialassistance.
- PSEG Long Island's Residential Energy Affordability Partnership (REAP) program can help income-eligible customers save energy and lower energy bills. It starts with a free In-Home Energy Survey and potentially free efficiency upgrades. For more information, visit https://www.psegliny.com/myaccount/customersupport/financialassistance/reap
PSEG Long Island also has other tools to help customers cut their energy costs:
- Home Energy Analyzer – a do-it-yourself online tool that uses a simulation model to validate how energy is used in the home.
- My Energy Profile – an online suite of easy-to-use tools that can help a customer understand energy usage and how to conserve it. With this tool, customers can track energy efficiency efforts over time and see comparisons to similar homes in the area.
- Energy Efficiency Rebates – PSEG Long Island offers rebates on products including LED light bulbs, advanced power strips and major appliances such as dryers and heat pump water heaters.
For more information on HEAP and federal programs, visit https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/.
For more information on energy and money saving programs and tips, visit https://www.psegliny.com/efficiency.
PSEG Long Island
PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority's transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract. PSEG Long Island is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) (NYSE: PEG), a publicly traded diversified energy company.
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WINTER PARK, Fla., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lyons Wealth Management, LLC's flagship separately managed account strategy - Lyons Tactical Allocation Portfolio (LTAP) - reached the milestone 10-year track record during the 2nd quarter of 2022 with a 5-star Morningstar™ Rating for its performance during the ten years ended March 31, 2022.
"Sticking to our core strategy has paid off for our investors, while at the same time being flexible and willing to make adjustments and improvements along the way has worked well for the strategy's continuity." says Sander Read, CEO of Lyons Wealth Management and co-Portfolio Manager of the LTAP strategy.
The LTAP strategy most notably sidestepped the market crash at the early stage of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The strategy's maximum drawdown through March 2020 was less than 1%, providing investors with a 42.45% return net of fees for calendar year 2020.
The Lyons Tactical Allocation Portfolio offers an offense-first, bullish approach to tactical investing that seeks to optimize upside capture while offering potential capital preservation during sustained bear markets. Full equity allocations are maintained for the long-term, while addressing downside risk with separate and distinct solutions for different levels of market risk. Lyons employs a systematic tactical model - the Quantitative Risk Indicator (QRI) - to identify periods of heightened equity market risk, with a goal of minimizing exposure to significant market declines.
"Being relatively passive when passive works, but proactive when active investing is needed, has benefited our clients tremendously." continued Mr. Read.
For more information or to speak one-on-one with a portfolio manager about LTAP, please call us at (877) 951-8710 or visit here:
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Denver has formally apologized to early Chinese immigrants and their descendants for its role in an 1880 riot that destroyed the city's Chinatown.
In an ceremony on April 16, Mayor Michael B. Hancock presented an apology letter to families whose ancestors had been targeted by xenophobia and mob violence in Denver more than a century ago.
"To heal, we must be willing to face and address themes we have avoided, apologize for wrongs we have committed and follow through with the actions that are true to ongoing positive change," he said at the event.
The first Chinese immigrants reportedly arrived in Denver in the late 1860s, relegated to enclaves where they faced poor living conditions, as historian William Wei detailed in his book "Asians in Colorado: A History of Persecution and Perseverance in the Centennial State." Over the next decade, many Chinese opened their own laundry businesses, and the area where they lived and worked became a thriving commercial district.
As Denver's Chinatown prospered, many of the city's White and European residents came to resent Chinese immigrants and scapegoated them for an array of issues. On October 30, 1880, political organizers held an anti-Chinese parade in advance of the presidential election, as CNN reported last year. The next day, a fight broke out at a bar and morphed into a mob that would end in the lynching of a Chinese man. Numerous other Chinese residents were attacked and beaten, and properties in the neighborhood were decimated.
Survivors were never compensated for the estimated tens of thousands of dollars they were believed to have lost, according to History Colorado. Today, there's hardly a trace of the vibrant Chinatown that once was.
The city of Denver said in its apology letter that its police force failed to keep Chinese residents safe leading up to and during the violence, and that it failed to hold the perpetrators in the lynching of a Chinese man accountable. In later years, the apology states, Denver aggressively harassed Chinese residents and raided their communities while enforcing the federal government's Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882.
Other cities have made similar apologies
Denver is the fifth city in the US known to have formally apologized for its history of anti-Asian discrimination and violence, and the first outside California to do so. The 1880 riot was one of several such instances in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that targeted Asians in the West, and since last year, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Jose and Antioch have also apologized for past racism and discrimination against Chinese immigrants.
Advocates for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in Denver said the apology was an important step.
"This is a start for a movement where we really start to recognize and honor the legacies of our communities," Joie Ha, who serves as vice-chair of the Colorado Asian Pacific United, told CNN affiliate KCNC-TV. Colorado Asian Pacific United helped lead the April 16 apology event.
Denver also said in its apology letter that it was "committed to supporting the establishment of an Asian Pacific Historic District, sponsoring the painting of public murals depicting the history and culture of Asian Pacific Coloradans, partnering on the development of a public education program about Asian Pacific Coloradans, and founding an Asian Pacific American community museum."
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ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Supersapiens, the world's only real-time energy management system, designed for athletes to unlock better performance and recovery, adds Olympian Lucy Buckingham to its strong lineup of ambassadors. Supersapiens, powered by the Abbott Libre Sense Glucose Sport Biosensor, will work with Buckingham to deliver valuable insights to help with lasting positive behavior change and performance improvements.
Buckingham first began competing in triathlons at eight years old. She won the National Junior Aquathon at 13 and represented Great Britain multiple times at the European Youth Triathlon Championships. She represented Team GB at the London 2012 Olympic Games and the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. In 2015, Buckingham won the European U23 Triathlon Championship. She has won European and world medals in Mixed Team Relay events, including winning the senior world title with Vicky Holland, Jonny Brownlee, and Alistair Brownlee in 2014. In 2021, she won the Challenge Family's The Championship and more recently won Challenge St. Pölten 2022 where she set a course-record time in the women's race.
Since starting to integrate the Supersapiens ecosystem into her training and racing, Buckingham says, "With Supersapiens, I have been able to focus on and attribute both positive and negative parts of my performance to learnable points, which is really helping make a difference to my run."
Supersapiens develops innovative technology and insights around glucose data to help athletes to make more informed nutrition decisions around training and recovery. Supersapiens is the first energy management system designed for athletes to visualize the connection between their glucose levels, energy, and quickly learn the most beneficial intraday behavior adjustments to improve their performance and how they feel.
"We are proud to support such an inspiring athlete as Lucy. Having a Supersapiens ambassador of her caliber is a true testimonial to our system and further showcases how we are helping athletes achieve their goals," said Supersapiens CEO and Founder Phil Southerland.
Supersapiens launched to the public in September 2020. The Supersapiens app pairs with Abbott's Libre Sense Glucose Sport Biosensor allowing athletes to see their glucose levels updated every minute via Bluetooth. This data can be viewed on the Supersapiens app or their wrist wearable device, the Supersapiens Energy Band, which is the first and only performance wearable that is capable of reading glucose data directly from Abbott's Libre Sense biosensor sensor.
The Supersapiens system powered by Abbott's Libre Sense Glucose Sport Biosensor is now available in Austria, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Learn more about the full line of Supersapiens products and purchase Abbott's biosensor at www.supersapiens.com.
Supersapiens is aiming to be the most influential sports brand of the decade. They develop innovative insights around glucose that aim to unlock better performance and recovery by driving positive behavior changes.
Abbott's Libre Sense Glucose Sport Biosensor is intended for athletes to measure their glucose levels. When used with a compatible product, the biosensor allows athletes to correlate their glucose levels and their athletic performance.
The Supersapiens system including Abbott's Libre Sense Glucose Sport Biosensor is not intended for medical use and is not intended for use in screening, diagnosis, treatment, cure, mitigation, prevention, or monitoring of diseases, including diabetes.
The Supersapiens system including Abbott's Libre Sense Glucose Sport Biosensor is not for sale in the U.S and is only available in select countries. For a full list of references and FAQs, please visit our Education Hub and Knowledge Base.
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NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blis, the audience-first platform that doesn't rely on personal data, today announced the launch of its new e-guide, titled 'Missing something? Finding the audiences no one is talking about…yet'. The new interactive e-guide was launched to help marketers understand the real impact of ID-reliant solutions on addressable audiences and the virtues of privacy-first solutions that don't rely on IDs to achieve accuracy at scale.
Changes to IDFAs and cookies have fundamentally impacted the ad ecosystem, from planning to targeting and measuring campaigns. The new e-guide looks at data from the United States, UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand to demonstrate that almost half of the digital addressable audiences on mobile – and nearly half on desktop – are being missed due to IDs.
To enable marketers to uncover the people behind these percentages, Blis also launched its new interactive calculator showing which lifestyle audiences are being impacted the most by this drastic audience deprecation, covering 10 lifestyle audiences from travelers to fashionistas.
From questioning the sustainability of the solutions to understanding different technologies' limitations, the guide highlights three top tips for marketers to consider when choosing their advertising partners. Blis hopes the e-guide will help brands and agencies better understand how to embrace the privacy-first reality and adjust expectations and methods of targeting, to find and reach their missing audiences.
"There's still this belief that brands are achieving the right audience at scale – and that that will only change once the Chrome deprecation comes into force," said Aaron McKee, CTO at Blis. "But the current reality is much more troubling, as advertisers that still rely on IDs are already missing out on almost half of their audiences. This is happening right now, in front of our eyes and marketers need to have the right questions in mind when choosing their advertising partners. Today, not tomorrow. If your partners tell you they're still reaching your precise audiences at scale with ID-only or cookie-led solutions, you'll see that the numbers in our 'missing audience calculator' tell a different story".
The e-guide is available for download and reinforces Blis' commitment to audience-first targeting at scale that doesn't rely on personal data. Blis' approach is based on accurate, consented location data, combined with a range of rich online datasets giving clients the deepest audience understanding available.
About Blis
Blis is the audience-first platform that doesn't rely on personal data. We're an integrated planning and buying platform that delivers scaled, relevant and high-performing audiences, helping the world's largest brands and media agencies achieve their goals.
Over the past 18 years, Blis has built its reputation on delivering award-winning location-powered advertising solutions. In today's consumer-centric landscape, Blis is transforming the role of location data by combining it with a broad range of rich and powerful datasets to give our clients the deepest audience understanding available. Our unique approach to integrated planning and buying provides personalized targeting and performance without reliance on personal data. We serve relevant ads to the highest-value addressable audiences across any channel and deliver our clients' campaign outcomes every time, from brand awareness and engagement through to store/site visits and sales.
Established in the UK in 2004, Blis now operates in more than 40 offices across five continents. Working with the world's largest and most customer-driven companies across all verticals including Unilever, Samsung, McDonald's, HSBC, Mercedes Benz and Peugeot, as well as every major media agency.
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Company holds exclusive preview of Hexbreak3r™ tournament solution at annual Spirit of Sovereignty Slot Tournament benefiting Indian Country
LONDON, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it will present an impressive portfolio of performance-driving solutions for tribal casinos at the 2022 Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention ("NIGA"), April 20-22 in Anaheim, Calif. The three-day event will serve as the world debut for the Company's Hexbreak3r tournament solution, and an important platform for IGT to demonstrate how its gaming, systems and sports betting solutions can help operators accelerate growth and attract new players.
On the first day of the exhibition, IGT will have the distinct opportunity to host the annual Spirit of Sovereignty Slot Tournament within its booth. Participants will have the chance to play IGT's all-new Hexbreak3r tournament technology on the CrystalCurve™ cabinet well in advance of its market release. All tournament proceeds will support tribal college scholarships and programming for Native youth.
"IGT's NIGA portfolio will feature in-demand technologies such as our Resort Wallet and IGTPay cashless solutions that align with evolving player preferences and reflect our commitment to maximizing growth opportunities for our tribal gaming customers via future-forward innovations," said Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO Global Gaming. "We've built on the success of high-performing products such as Hexbreak3r, Triple Fortune Dragon and countless Wheel of Fortune® games to produce engaging, next-generation content that drives play and pairs perfectly with cabinets from our Peak hardware series."
"The sports betting and iGaming sectors are expanding at historically fast rates across the U.S.," said Enrico Drago, IGT CEO Digital & Betting. "We look forward to connecting with existing and prospective PlayDigital customers at NIGA to discuss their short and long-term goals and to illuminate how our content, technology and services can help them maximize exceptional player acquisition opportunities."
Under the theme, "It's Game Time!," IGT will feature a variety of standout innovations in its booth 438. Portfolio highlights will include:
- IGT will provide demonstrations of its industry-leading Resort Wallet™ and IGTPay™ cashless gaming modules of the IGT ADVANTAGE™ casino management system. The award-winning solution enables tribal gaming operators to offer patrons added choice, convenience and security, and positions them to be on the cutting edge of casino payments technology. As the industry's only fully integrated, turnkey solution, Resort Wallet and IGTPay seamlessly accommodate a range of external funding sources including debit cards, credit cards and eWallets.
- As a long-time leader in Wide Area Progressive (WAP) content and hardware, IGT will reinforce its momentum in this category with marquee games, Money Mania™ video slots and Wheel of Fortune® High Roller™ video slots. Housed on the PeakSlant32™ cabinet, Money Mania video slots is a unique WAP jackpot with two exciting base games, Cleopatra® and Pharaoh's Fortune™, that delivers a top-level jackpot of $100,000 and a frequently hitting second-level jackpot. Wheel of Fortune High Roller is IGT's latest large-format game on the Company's Peak65™ cabinet. Packed with vibrant entertainment, Wheel of Fortune High Roller features IGT's player-favorite growing reels mechanic, a content-rich free games bonus, and signature "WHEEL-OF-FORTUNE!" fun. Show attendees can also enjoy many premium Multi-Level Progressive (MLP) games such as IGT's Lucky Coin™ Link and Prosperity Link on the Peak49 cabinet.
- The Company's commitment to tribal gaming operators and opportunities will be further supported by its impressive portfolio of Central Determination System (CDS) and Class II games. A must-see product in IGT's booth will be Triple Fortune Dragon™ Rising, an extension of IGT's high-performing Triple Fortune Dragon game family for Washington state. Similarly, IGT will show advancements in its Class II content portfolio by demonstrating new Class II games including Golden Rooster Unleashed™, Hephaestus™ and Medusa Queen of Stone™ on the Peak32™ cabinet and Samurai 888™ Takeo and Katsumi on the Peak49™ cabinet.
- IGT's dazzling DiamondRS™ gaming machine will be the star of the Company's stepper portfolio at NIGA. The impressive mechanical reel cabinet retains many player-preferred classic stepper elements and features an attention-grabbing top box. The cabinet's IGT Diamond Glass allows for supreme player engagement and increased content innovation. The DiamondRS also allows for multi-denomination and multi-game configurability and is supported by a world-class game library including legendary titles such as Double Top Dollar™ and Fortune Coin™ Extra™.
- IGT PlayDigital will highlight its compelling portfolio for the expanding U.S. sports betting market through its PlaySports solution. IGT PlaySports and its skilled trading advisory services team is one of the most widely deployed B2B sports betting solutions in the U.S. The Company will also showcase the award-winning CrystalFlex™ gaming and betting terminal and the high-performing PeakBarTop™ cabinet with sports betting capabilities.
- IGT will support its momentum in the core video segment by presenting highly engaging standalone and MLP games on portrait and dual-screen cabinets. From the MLP segment, IGT's Wolf Run® Eclipse is a must-play, as are the Egyptian Link and Fu Gui Hao Men™ II games. IGT's Da Vinci Diamonds™ Masterpiece and Samurai 888 are additional standout core video games from the Company's NIGA portfolio.
- Other growth-driving solutions within IGT's NIGA booth will include new, multiplier-rich video poker and Keno games on a variety of form factors, as well as a new concurrent multi-game offering for IGT's Dynasty Electronic Tables Games (ETG) solution.
For more information, visit IGT.com, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, or watch IGT videos on YouTube.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
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- Hyundai Motor expanded its NFT community at the fastest pace ever as 100,000 Discord members gathered in a week, selling out every 'Hyundai x Meta Kongz' NFT
- Hyundai Motor to issue 10,000 Ethereum-based Metamobility NFTs on its official website on May 9-10
- Launch to apply the 'Reveal' method by showing a placeholder image first, then revealing the actual 'Shooting Star' NFT images later
- Starting with the 'Shooting Star' NFTs sale, Hyundai Motor to create a NFT project within its 'Metamobility universe'
SEOUL, South Korea, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Company will offer its first exclusive Metamobility Non-Fungible Token (NFT) collection, 'Shooting Star,' through its official NFT website, on May 9-10.
The 'Shooting Star' collection builds on the momentum created on April 18 when Hyundai Motor announced that it would become the first automaker to build a global NFT community.
For its NFT community, Hyundai Motor launched dedicated channels on Discord and Twitter as well as an official website that launched on May 2 to form an online community.
On May 9-10, Hyundai Motor will sell 10,000 official Ethereum-based 'Shooting Star' NFTs on its official NFT website. Pre-sale for whitelist buyers who won the NFT community event hosted by Hyundai Motor will be on May 9, followed by a general sale on May 10.
The sale of an NFT in the form of a shooting star will be followed by the latest film of 'Hyundai x Meta Kongz,' which ends with 'Kongz' finding a shooting star stuck in a Hyundai Pony windshield wiper.
Hyundai Motor's Metamobility NFT applies the 'Reveal' method, showing a placeholder image first, and then revealing the actual individual NFT images later. In other words, the 10,000 placeholder 'Shooting Star' NFTs will turn into unique Metamobility NFTs in various shapes in late May.
"Starting with our 'Shooting Star' NFTs, we are expanding the Hyundai brand experience into the 'Metamobility universe,' creating unique opportunities for our NFT community members to join in the fun," said Thomas Schemera, Hyundai Motor's Global Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Customer Experience Division. "We plan to launch more unique NFTs based on the 'Metamobility universe' concept and introduce more member benefits to expand the community going forward. We welcome everyone to be part of our experimental journey."
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Strategic Growth Plan Includes Realignment of Production Leadership and Research and Development Initiatives
HUMBLE, Texas, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: TCBX) (the "Company", "Third Coast", "we", "us", or "our"), the bank holding company for Third Coast Bank, SSB, today reported its 2022 second quarter financial results.
Second Quarter 2022 Financial and Operational Highlights
- Loans held for investment grew $301.2 million to $2.75 billion, or 12.3%, over the first quarter of 2022, and a 77.2% increase over the $1.55 billion reported in the second quarter of 2021.
- Deposits reached $2.90 billion, an increase of $311.1 million, or 12.0%, over the first quarter of 2022, and $1.11 billion, or 62.5% over the second quarter of 2021. Noninterest-bearing deposits declined $412.0 million to $519.6 million and now represent 17.9% of total deposits.
- Total assets reached $3.36 billion, a sequential increase of $317.7 million, or 10.4%, over the first quarter of 2022, and $1.34 billion, or 66.8%, more than the $2.01 billion reported in the second quarter of 2021.
- Net income totaled $2.3 million, or $0.16 per diluted common share, in the second quarter of 2022, compared to $2.1 million, or $0.15 per diluted common share, in the first quarter of 2022.
- Book value per share and tangible book value per share(1) increased to $22.43 and $21.00, respectively, at June 30, 2022.
- Opened 14th location in June 2022 with a de novo branch located in Georgetown, Texas.
"Third Coast is pleased to report another quarter of strong organic growth," stated Bart Caraway, Third Coast's Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Loans are up $1.20 billion in the last year while our asset quality has improved consistently both on a percentage and an absolute basis. We are fortunate to operate in attractive Texas markets with extraordinary bankers that are focused on serving our clients, driving these financial results.
"Beginning in the second quarter, we refocused our efforts toward our strategic growth plan to further position the Company for success, including the structured realignment of our production leadership and making investments in our future, such as the development of new products and services. As part of our leadership realignment, earlier this week we announced the promotions of Bill Bobbora and Andrew Novarini to lead our Commercial Banking group and Community Banking group, respectively. From a research and development perspective, we incurred additional expenses related to our Fintech and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) initiatives. By making these investments, we believe we will be in a much better position to grow deposit and fee income. We are excited about these potential opportunities for the Company.
"In the meantime, we remain committed to our long-term focus of serving our customers, building relationships, cultivating technological evolution, and expanding our markets. Regarding our branch network, we opened our 13th branch in Ft. Worth, Texas in the first quarter and our 14th branch in Georgetown, Texas in June.
"Looking ahead, we believe that our strategic growth plan positions us well to leverage our existing infrastructure. We also believe our teams, particularly those that we have recruited over the past 12 months, are performing at a high level and we expect them to continue to exceed our expectations. I am confident we will continue to improve our financial performance and expand relationships with new and potential clients within the Texas business community," concluded Mr. Caraway.
Loan Portfolio and Composition
During the second quarter of 2022, gross loans increased to $2.75 billion as of June 30, 2022, an increase of 12.3% from $2.45 billion as of March 31, 2022, and an increase of 77.2% from $1.55 billion as of June 30, 2021. PPP loans declined to $8.8 million at June 30, 2022 from $26.7 million at March 31, 2022. Excluding the effect of PPP loan forgiveness, the loan portfolio increased $319.1 million, or 13.2%, from March 31, 2022 to June 30, 2022, or 52.9% annualized. The loan growth was well diversified with Real Estate loans up $116.7 million and Commercial loans up $158.8 million from March 31, 2022.
Asset Quality
Asset quality improved during the second quarter of 2022 with non-performing assets declining $1.4 million, or 11.4%, from the first quarter of 2022. Improvement was primarily the result of the sale of the other real estate owned property. The provision for loan losses recorded for the second quarter of 2022 was $3.4 million, which served to increase the allowance to $26.7 million, or 0.97% of the $2.75 billion in gross loans outstanding as of June 30, 2022. Provision expense for the second quarter of 2022 related primarily to provisioning for new loans.
As of June 30, 2022, the nonperforming loans to loans held for investment ratio remains low at 0.40%, which decreased from 0.44% at March 31, 2022 and 0.73% at June 30, 2021. During the three months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, charge-offs and recoveries were minimal, representing a net recovery of $4,000 and a net charge-off of $77,000, respectively.
Deposits and Composition
Deposits totaled $2.90 billion as of June 30, 2022, an increase of 12.0% from $2.59 billion as of March 31, 2022, and an increase of 62.5% from $1.78 billion as of June 30, 2021. Noninterest-bearing demand deposits decreased from $931.6 million at March 31, 2022 to $519.6 million at June 30, 2022, and increased $144.7 million, or 38.6%, from June 30, 2021. Noninterest-bearing demand deposits represented 17.9% of total deposits as of June 30, 2022, down from 36.0% of total deposits as of March 31, 2022, and 21.0% of total deposits as of June 30, 2021. Interest-bearing demand deposits as of June 30, 2022 increased $756.9 million, or 56.0%, from March 31, 2022 and savings accounts as of June 30, 2022 increased $3.6 million, or 10.5%, from March 31, 2022. These increases were partially offset by a decrease in time deposits of $37.5 million, or 13.9%.
The average cost of deposits was 0.52% for the second quarter of 2022, representing a 19 basis point increase from the first quarter of 2022 due primarily to the increase in rates paid on interest-bearing demand deposits and the movement of a group of significant customer deposit accounts from noninterest bearing to interest bearing in the second quarter of 2022. The average cost of deposits for the second quarter of 2022 increased 3 basis points from the second quarter of 2021 due primarily to the significant increase in interest-bearing demand deposits and increased interest rates paid on deposits.
Net Interest Margin and Net Interest Income
The net interest margin for the second quarter of 2022 was 3.77%, a decrease of 32 basis points from the first quarter of 2022 and a decrease of 62 basis points from the second quarter of 2021. The yield on loans for the second quarter of 2022 was 4.73% compared to 4.90% at March 31, 2022. The decrease was primarily due to a reduction from the first quarter of 2022 of $310,000 in loan fees and $883,000 in PPP fees.
Net interest income totaled $27.7 million for the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 10.0% from $25.2 million for the first quarter of 2022. Interest income totaled $32.5 million for the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 19.6% from $27.2 million for the first quarter of 2022. Interest and fees on loans increased $4.5 million, or 16.8%, compared to the first quarter of 2022, and increased by $7.6 million, or 32.5%, from the second quarter of 2021. Interest expense was $4.8 million for the second quarter of 2022, an increase of $2.8 million, or 141.7% from $2.0 million for the first of 2022 and an increase of 75.6% from $2.7 million for the second quarter of 2021. The increase in interest expense is primarily due to interest paid on interest-bearing deposit accounts and interest related to the subordinated debt issued in March 2022.
Noninterest Income and Noninterest Expense
Noninterest income totaled $1.3 million for the second quarter of 2022, compared to $1.7 million for the first quarter of 2022. This decrease was primarily due to a decrease in derivative income of $583,000 in the second quarter of 2022 offset by a $98,000 gain on sale of the guaranteed portion of a SBA loan sold in the second quarter of 2022. There were no sales of the guaranteed portion of SBA loans in the first quarter of 2022.
Noninterest expense totaled $22.8 million in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 12.8% from $20.2 million in the first quarter of 2022, which was primarily due to a loss on the sale of other real estate owned of $350,000, a one-time legal settlement of $900,000, and increased salary expense related to additional employees hired in the first and second quarters of 2022. We also incurred additional professional expenses related to potential new products and services and attorney fees and additional FDIC assessment expense as a result of increased rates due to bank growth. The employee headcount increased from 334 as of December 31, 2021 to 353 as of June 30, 2022.
The efficiency ratio was 78.52% in the second quarter of 2022, compared to 75.09% in the first quarter of 2022, and 79.64% in the second quarter of 2021. The slight improvement in the efficiency ratio from the second quarter of 2021 was due to the increase in interest and fees on loans.
Net Income and Earnings Per Share
Net income totaled $2.3 million for the second quarter of 2022, compared to $2.1 million for the first quarter of 2022. Basic earnings per share and diluted earnings per share increased slightly to $0.17 per share and $0.16 per share, respectively, in the second quarter of 2022 from $0.16 per share and $0.15 per share, respectively, in the first quarter of 2022.
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(1) Non-GAAP financial measure. Please refer to the table titled "GAAP Reconciliation and Management's Explanation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" at the end of this press release for a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures.
Earnings Conference Call
Third Coast has scheduled a conference call to discuss second quarter 2022 results, which will be broadcast live over the Internet, on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time / 10:00 a.m. Central Time. To participate in the call, dial 201-389-0869 and ask for the Third Coast Bancshares call at least 10 minutes prior to the start time, or access it live over the Internet at https://ir.tcbssb.com/events-and-presentations/events. For those who cannot listen to the live call, a replay will be available through August 4, 2022, and may be accessed by dialing 201-612-7415 and using passcode 13731039#. Also, an archive of the webcast will be available shortly after the call at https://ir.tcbssb.com/events-and-presentations/events for 90 days.
About Third Coast Bancshares, Inc.
Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. is a commercially focused, Texas-based bank holding company operating primarily in the Greater Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin-San Antonio markets through its wholly owned subsidiary, Third Coast Bank, SSB. Founded in 2008 in Humble, Texas, Third Coast Bank, SSB conducts banking operations through 14 branches and one loan production office encompassing the four largest metropolitan areas in Texas. Please visit https://www.tcbssb.com for more information.
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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect our current views with respect to, among other things, future events and our financial performance. These statements are often, but not always, made through the use of words or phrases such as "may," "should," "could," "predict," "potential," "believe," "will likely result," "expect," "continue," "will," "anticipate," "seek," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "projection," "would" and "outlook," or the negative version of those words or other comparable words or phrases of a future or forward-looking nature. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about our industry, management's beliefs and certain assumptions made by management, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and beyond our control. Accordingly, we caution you that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, assumptions and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable as of the date made, actual results may prove to be materially different from the results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. There are or will be important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those indicated in these forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the following: the impact of COVID-19 on our business, including the impact of the actions taken by governmental authorities to try and contain the virus or address the impact of the virus on the United States economy; interest rate risk and fluctuations in interest rates; our ability to maintain our largest deposit relationships; our ability to grow or maintain our deposit base; our ability to implement our expansion strategy; changes in key management personnel; credit risk associated with our business; and other market conditions and economic trends generally and in the banking industry. For a discussion of additional factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, please see the risk factors discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), and our other filings with the SEC.
The foregoing factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read together with the other cautionary statements included in this press release. If one or more events related to these or other risks or uncertainties materialize, or if our underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results may differ materially from what we anticipate. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and we do not undertake any obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict which will arise. In addition, we cannot assess the impact of each factor on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This press release contains certain non-GAAP financial measures, including "Tangible Book Value Per Share and Tangible Common Equity to Tangible Assets Ratio," which are supplemental measures that are not required by, or are not presented in accordance with, GAAP. Please refer to the table titled "GAAP Reconciliation and Management's Explanation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" at the end of this press release for a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures.
Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. and Subsidiary
GAAP Reconciliation and Management's Explanation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
(unaudited)
Our accounting and reporting policies conform to GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) and the prevailing practices in the banking industry. However, we also evaluate our performance based on certain additional financial measures discussed in this earnings release as being non-GAAP financial measures. Specifically, we review "Tangible Book Value Per Share and Tangible Common Equity to Tangible Assets Ratio" for internal planning and forecasting purposes. We classify a financial measure as a non-GAAP financial measure if that financial measure excludes or includes amounts, or is subject to adjustments that have the effect of excluding or including amounts, that are not included or excluded, as the case may be, in the most directly comparable measure calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP as in effect from time to time in the United States in our statements of income, balance sheets or statements of cash flows. Non-GAAP financial measures do not include operating and other statistical measures or ratios or statistical measures calculated using exclusively financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP.
The non-GAAP financial measures that we discuss in this earnings release should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the most directly comparable or other financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP. Moreover, the manner in which we calculate the non-GAAP financial measures that we discuss in this earnings release may differ from that of other companies reporting measures with similar names. It is important to understand how other banking organizations calculate their financial measures with names similar to the non-GAAP financial measures we have discussed in this earnings release when comparing such non-GAAP financial measures.
Contact:
Ken Dennard / Natalie Hairston
Dennard Lascar Investor Relations
(713) 529-6600
TCBX@dennardlascar.com
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Police: Woman helped plan kidnapping of baby in California
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Police say a woman arrested in the kidnapping of a 3-month-old baby from his San Francisco Bay Area home is a friend of the family and was present when a man abducted the baby while his grandmother unloaded groceries.
San Jose Police Sgt. Christian Camarillo said Wednesday that Yesenia Ramirez had driven the child and his grandmother on a shopping trip and communicated with Jose Portillo before he entered the San Jose apartment and took the baby Monday.
He says surveillance video shows Portillo walking toward the apartment with a car seat and a small blanket. The baby was found unharmed Tuesday inside a home where Portillo lived.
Camarillo says a motive is still under investigation.
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XUZHOU, China, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- XCMG (SHE:000425) has obtained the first "green license" in China's construction crane sector in May for its XCT25PHEV hybrid crane, which is the first "true hybrid" model in the world. It was developed over the course of five years and underwent another two years of testing and optimization, and the model has also taken a major step towards scale production.
Adhering to China's "dual carbon" goals, the construction machinery industry is at the turning point for making the new energy transition and transformation, especially in the crane sector that produces heavy load, super power and mobile cranes. XCMG, a leader of the global crane market, has realized 100 percent domestic R&D and production of cranes under 300 tons, and the group also has strong industrial base, that one out of every three cranes in the world is manufactured by XCMG.
The XCT25PHEV made its debut in 2020 at bauma China as the only truck crane with hybrid technology and can operate with pure electric power, switching freely among the four modes of hybrid, electric, fuel and plugged in. It's also the first crane to obtain green license.
On May 29, XCMG has sent off nearly 100 units of new energy trucks to South America, the model is the world's first pure electric rigid dump truck, equipped with high energy density lithium iron phosphate battery that provides the power to reach 525/700kWh, achieving fast charging and discharging, long cruising range and high level of safety and reliability. It's designed to efficiently solve the pain points of South American mines including high carbon emission, short cruising range and low safety factor.
To further advance its sustainable strategy for green, low carbon and intelligent new infrastructure, XCMG has recently signed a framework agreement for strategic cooperation with Shudao Investment Group, joining hands to carry out comprehensive and in-depth cooperation in the fields of new energy construction machinery development, unmanned construction site management, intelligent mines and highway construction and maintenance.
XCMG and Shudao will explore and accelerate green and intelligent manufacturing, focus on industrial transformation and upgrade as well as cultivating talents to push forward new digital infrastructure development.
Lu Chuan, President of XCMG, noted that in 2021, XCMG carried out 20 electrification projects and designed electric excavators, loaders, forklifts, aerial work platforms and plug-in products.
"XCMG is vigorously laying out the development for electronic control, battery and electric drive technologies, with sizable total investment especially going into the R&D." said Lu. "We're focusing on energy-saving design for electric drive system, high-efficiency status evaluation for battery pack and more, and has independently developed 17 serialized electric drive core components in three categories, and all of them have been industrialized. The goal is to have 25 percent of the revenue from new energy products by 2027 and 35 percent in 2030."
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Location is Monte Nido & Affiliates' first residential program in the state of Missouri
ST. LOUIS, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Monte Nido & Affiliates, one of the largest and leading eating disorder treatment providers in the country, announces today the opening of its newest residential eating disorder center in St. Louis, Mo. Clementine St. Louis provides clinical and nutritional care with medical and psychiatric oversight for adolescents of all genders with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder and/or exercise addiction.
Clementine's programming takes place in the comfort of a home and includes academic support, family involvement and 24-hour nursing. Recognizing that adolescents of all ages, genders and body types can be affected by eating disorders, the program offers personalized care developed for the needs of teens along with evidence-based treatments for each resident. Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness, so early intervention is key. Expanding access to care is an important part of early intervention and early treatment, which offer adolescents with an eating disorder a greater chance of recovery.
"Instances of eating disorders in adolescents have been increasing at an alarming rate, and we are proud that Clementine St. Louis can deliver life-saving care to more teens," said Candy Henderson, MS, Chief Executive Officer of Monte Nido & Affiliates. "This new program demonstrates our commitment to expanding access to high-quality treatment, and therefore providing more people with opportunities to achieve full recovery."
"The Clementine model was built to meet the very specific developmental needs of adolescents with evidenced-based modalities that are backed by research outcomes on our programs that demonstrate the efficacy of our care," said Melissa Spann, Ph.D., LMHC, CEDS-S, Chief Clinical Officer of Monte Nido & Affiliates. "No matter what stage a person is in with their eating disorder, recovery is possible with the right tools, skills and support."
For more information, or to inquire about treatment at Clementine St. Louis, please go to www.clementineprograms.com or call 855-900-2221.
About Monte Nido & Affiliates
Monte Nido & Affiliates is one of the country's largest and leading eating disorder platforms, offering inpatient, residential, and day treatment programs for eating disorders. Founded in 1996, Monte Nido & Affiliates now operates forty-nine programs in fourteen states, with residential programs being Joint Commission accredited. Monte Nido & Affiliates includes five distinct eating disorder program brands: Monte Nido, Walden Behavioral Care, Rosewood Centers, Oliver-Pyatt Centers, and Clementine.
Contact: Claire Vartabedian or Abigail Cox
L.C. Williams & Associates
312-565-3900
montenido@lcwa.com
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WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge said Thursday that the criminal contempt trial of Steve Bannon can start as scheduled next week and that the extensive media coverage of the onetime adviser to former President Donald Trump should not be a barrier to selecting an unbiased jury to hear the case.
U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols had earlier in the week rejected a bid by Bannon’s lawyers to delay his trial, which is scheduled to start Monday with jury selection. He made a similar ruling Thursday, turning aside concerns from Bannon’s lawyers about a CNN report set to air on the eve of trial and what they said were prejudicial comments made during a hearing this week hosted by the House committee investigating the riot at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
“I am cognizant of current concerns about publicity and bias and whether we can seat a jury that is going to be appropriate and fair, but as I said before, I believe the appropriate course is to go through the voir dire process,” Nichols said, referring to the questioning of individual jurors before they are selected. “And I have every intention of getting a jury that is going to be appropriate, fair and unbiased.”
Bannon is charged in Washington’s federal court with defying a subpoena from the Jan. 6 committee that sought his records and testimony. Bannon was indicted in November on two counts of criminal contempt of Congress, one month after the Justice Department received a congressional referral. Each count carries a minimum of 30 days of jail and as long as a year behind bars.
He previously argued that his testimony is protected by Trump’s claim of executive privilege.
A lawyer for Bannon told the committee in a letter over the weekend that Bannon was now prepared to testify after Trump issued his own letter saying he would waive any claim of executive privilege.
Though such a professed willingness to testify won’t erase the criminal charges Bannon faces, Nichols left open the possibility that the letters could be referenced at trial, saying the information was “at least potentially relevant” to Bannon’s defense.
The judge mused earlier Thursday that Bannon could argue that he believed the committee’s dates for compliance with the subpoena were malleable and flexible — an argument prosecutors say is belied by the facts and the law.
“The crime of default (with regard to a subpoena) is complete at the time,” prosecutor Amanda Vaughn said.
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The British monarchy’s rules state that “a new sovereign succeeds to the throne as soon as his or her predecessor dies.”
That means Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest son, Prince Charles, became king immediately upon her death.
However, it may be months or even longer before Charles’ formal coronation. In Elizabeth’s case, her coronation came on June 2, 1953 — 16 months after her accession on Feb. 6, 1952, when her father, King George VI, died.
A look at the formalities that take place after Charles accedes to the throne:
— Within 24 hours of a monarch’s death, a new sovereign is proclaimed formally as soon as possible at St. James’s Palace in London by the “Accession Council.” This is made up of officials from the Privy Council, which includes senior Cabinet ministers, judges and leaders of the Church of England, who are summoned to the palace for the meeting.
— Parliament is then recalled for lawmakers to take their oaths of allegiance to the new monarch.
— The new monarch will swear an oath before the Privy Council in St. James’s Palace to maintain the Church of Scotland, according to the Act of Union of 1707.
— The proclamation of the new sovereign is then publicly read out at St. James’s Palace, as well as in Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast – the capital cities of the four nations that make up the United Kingdom.
— Charles must declare to Parliament on the first day of its session following the accession, or at the coronation, whichever is first, that he is a faithful Protestant. The oath is mandated by the Accession Declaration Act of 1910.
— He must also take a coronation oath as prescribed by the Coronation Oath Act of 1689, the Act of Settlement of 1701 and the Accession Declaration Act.
— He must be in communion with the Church of England, a flexible rule which allowed King George I and King George II to reign even though they were Lutherans.
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Forgotten co-defendant of Central Park 5 to be exonerated
NEW YORK (AP) — A forgotten co-defendant of the so-called “Central Park Five,” whose convictions in a notorious 1989 rape were thrown out more than a decade later, is set to have his conviction on a related charge overturned.
A hearing was scheduled for Monday afternoon in the case of Steven Lopez, who was arrested along with five other Black and Latino teenagers in the rape and assault on Trisha Meili but reached a deal with prosecutors to plead guilty to the lesser charge of robbing a male jogger.
The brutal assault on Meili, a 28-year-old white investment banker who was in a coma for 12 days after the attack, was considered emblematic of New York City’s lawlessness in an era when the city recorded 2,000 murders a year.
Five teenagers were convicted in the attack on Meili and served six to 13 years in prison. Their convictions were overturned in 2002 after evidence linked convicted serial rapist and murderer Matias Reyes to the attack.
The Central Park Five, now known as the “Exonerated Five,” went on to win a $40 million settlement from the city and inspire books, movies and television shows.
Lopez, now 48, has not received a settlement, and his case has been nearly forgotten in the years since he pleaded guilty to robbery in 1991 to avoid the more serious rape charge.
Lopez served more than three years on the robbery charge. His expected exoneration was first reported in The New York Times.
“We talk about the Central Park Five, the Exonerated Five, but there were six people on that indictment,” Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg told the Times. “And the other five who were charged, their convictions were vacated. And it’s now time to have Mr. Lopez’s charge vacated.”
The Associated Press does not usually identify victims of sexual assault, but Meili went public in 2003 and published a book titled “I Am the Central Park Jogger.”
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Provides near-instantaneous asynchronous replication environment to two active/active sites
SAN FRANCISCO, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Scality announced today that it has achieved a milestone in continuous operations and recovery point objective (RPO) for RING replication in an 80-petabyte data lake deployment for a major U.S. bank. The company engineered a deployment that satisfied the customer's data lake requirement with a secondary disaster recovery (D/R) site, active/active access and sub-60-second RPO across two data centers separated by over 1,200 miles. With Scality, the bank now has a fully active secondary site that avoids the traditional waste and inefficiencies of an idle (passive) hot-standby solution.
The bank selected Scality's flagship product, Scality RING, to be the storage system for its 80-petabyte data lake as part of a $100M HPE GreenLake deployment. As with many other regulated organizations, the bank required a secondary D/R site for this data lake to provide continuous uptime and failover in the event of a site outage.
Whereas traditional mirrored solutions would require idle application and infrastructure on the D/R site, RING provides two-site active/active access, which is out of reach for many other storage solutions. This allows applications on both sites to effectively operate equally as primary sites that can read and write data. Scality's solution provides high-performance bidirectional replication, with observability for replication monitoring to ensure simplified operations.
The RING deployment provides high-performance S3 API access, with peak performance rates to support hundreds of terabytes per day of new data to be written and simultaneously replicated to the other site. RING replication is near-instantaneous even in asynchronous mode. In the event one of the sites suffers an outage or failure, applications will access data seamlessly and without disruption, so the bank can continue normal operations.
Giorgio Regni, CTO, Scality, said: "Financial institutions have to protect themselves from potential data center failure — and they're dealing with massive amounts of sensitive data, so this is true operations at scale. Traditional storage systems offer only active/passive replication capabilities, which wastes resources on the secondary site. Scality and HPE GreenLake worked together to help the bank save significant costs and simplify operations through an industry-leading active/active disaster recovery solution."
Scality® storage propels companies to unify data management no matter where data lives — from edge to core to cloud. Our market-leading file and object storage software protects data on-premises and in hybrid and multi-cloud environments. With RING and ARTESCA, Scality's approach to managing data across the enterprise accelerates business insight for sound decision-making and maximum return on investment. To compete in a data-driven economy, IT leaders and application developers trust Scality to build sustainable, adaptable solutions. Scality is recognized as a leader by Gartner and IDC. Follow us @scality and LinkedIn. Visit www.scality.com, or subscribe to our company blog.
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DENVER, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CryoMass Technologies Inc. ("CryoMass") (OTCQX: CRYM) is pleased to announce that CryoMass begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol "CRYM."
Christian Noël, CryoMass CEO, stated, "We are pleased to reach this important milestone, as OTCQX is the highest tier of the OTC markets. Of more than 12,000 securities traded on the OTC Markets, only 644 (as of May 31, 2022) have met the requirements for trading on the OTCQX® Best Market. The upgrade to the OTCQX will increase CryoMass's accessibility to U.S. investors and will allow our shareholders to trade more effectively. This also reflects our continued commitment to responsible corporate governance"
The OTCQX Market provides investors with a premium U.S. public market to research and trade the shares of investor-focused companies. Graduating to the OTCQX Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws.
The common stock of CryoMass Technologies Inc. trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CRYM. For further information, please contact the Company by email at investors@cryomass.com or by telephone at +1 833 256 2382. The Company will welcome your inquiry.
This press release is not an offer of securities, or a solicitation for purchase, subscription or sale of securities in the United States of America or in any other jurisdiction in which it would be unlawful to do so.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, including risk factors identified in the Company's SEC filings, and which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, changes in the regulatory environment affecting the sale and use of cannabis or hemp products and of other, potential lines of businesses that the Company will consider entering at a given time, demand for the Company's products, internal funding and the financial condition of the Company, product roll-out, competition, our dependence upon our commercial partners, variations in the global commodities markets and other commercial matters involving the Company, its products and the markets in which the Company operates or seeks to enter, as well as general economic conditions. The forward-looking statements in this press release are made only as of the date hereof, and unless otherwise required by applicable securities laws, the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Investors should note that there are significant legal restrictions and regulations that govern the cannabis industry in the United States. Marijuana, as defined in the U.S. Controlled Substances Act, remains a Schedule I drug under the respective act, making it illegal under federal law in the U.S. to, among other things, cultivate, distribute or possess cannabis. Financial transactions involving proceeds generated by, or intended to promote, cannabis-related business activities in the U.S. may form the basis for prosecution under applicable U.S. federal money laundering legislation. Please carefully review the Company's SEC filings with respect to related risk factors.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Bros. Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) today announced that its Chief Financial Officer Gunnar Wiedenfels will present at the Bank of America Securities Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 2:20 p.m. ET (11:20 a.m. PT).
A link to the live webcast of the presentation will be available in the "Investor Relations" section of Warner Bros. Discovery's website at https://ir.wbd.com/. An on-demand replay of the webcast will be available on the Company's Investor Relations website shortly after the conclusion of the presentation.
Warner Bros. Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes the world's most differentiated and complete portfolio of content and brands across television, film and streaming. Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros. Discovery inspires, informs and entertains audiences worldwide through its iconic brands and products including: Discovery Channel, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, HBO, HBO Max, HGTV, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Bros. Television, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Español, Hogar de HGTV and others. For more information, please visit www.wbd.com.
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NEW YORK, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA).
To receive updates on the lawsuit, fill out the form:
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This lawsuit is on behalf of a class of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Natera common stock between February 26, 2020, and April 19, 2022, inclusive.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until June 27, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Natera, Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company's non-invasive prenatal test, Panorama, was not reliable and resulted in high rates of false positives; (2) the Company's screening test for kidney transplant failure, Prospera, did not have superior precision compared to competing tests; (3) as a result of defendants' false and misleading claims about Natera's technology, the Company was exposed to substantial legal and regulatory risks; (4) Natera relied upon deceptive sales and billing practices to drive its revenue growth; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about the company's business, operations, and prospects lacked a reasonable basis.
Jakubowitz Law is vigorous in pursuit of justice for shareholders who have been the victim of securities fraud. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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TriNet PeopleForceX Event For Austin's Small And Medium-Size Business Leaders Tuesday, August 16
Published: Aug. 4, 2022 at 9:15 AM EDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
Panel Discussion Centered Around Harvard Business Review Analytic Services Survey in Association with TriNet: How To Make Your Business More Resilient
DUBLIN, Calif., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
About TriNet TriNet (NYSE: TNET) provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service HR solutions tailored by industry. To free SMBs from HR complexities, TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation and compliance, payroll, all enabled by industry leading technology capabilities. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Payroll and Time & Attendance. From Main Street to Wall Street, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most—growing their business and enabling their people. TriNet, incredible starts here. For more information, visit TriNet.com or follow us on Twitter.
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The United States and its Asian allies flew dozens of fighter jets over waters surrounding the Korean Peninsula on Tuesday in a show of force as their diplomats discussed a coordinated response to a possibly imminent North Korean nuclear test.
The flights came as U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman traveled to Seoul for discussions with South Korea and Japanese officials over the gathering North Korean threat and warned of a “swift and forceful” counterresponse if the North proceeds with a nuclear test explosion, which would be its first in nearly five years.
If staged, the test could be another leap forward in North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s goal of building an arsenal that can viably threaten regional U.S. allies and the American homeland. That would escalate a pressure campaign aimed at forcing the United States to accept North Korea as a nuclear power and negotiating economic and security concessions from a position of strength.
While the Biden administration has vowed to push for additional international sanctions if North Korea conducts a nuclear test, prospects for robust punitive measures are unclear because of divisions between permanent United Nations Security Council members.
“Any nuclear test would be in complete violation of U.N. Security Council resolutions. There would be a swift and forceful response to such a test,” Sherman said after meeting with South Korean Vice Foreign Minister Cho Hyun-dong. “We continue to urge Pyongyang to cease its destabilizing and provocative activities and choose the path of diplomacy.”
Sherman and Cho are planning a three-way meeting with Japanese Vice Foreign Minister Mori Takeo on Wednesday over the North Korean nuclear issue.
Extending the countries’ joint displays of military might, four U.S. F-16 fighter jets flew in formation with 16 South Korean planes — including F-35A stealth fighters — over waters off South Korea’s eastern coast, an exercise aimed at demonstrating an ability to quickly respond to North Korean provocations, South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said. The United States and Japan conducted a separate drill involving six aircraft — four Japanese F-15 fighters and two American F-16s — above waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan, Japan’s Defense Ministry said.
The flights came a day after U.S. and South Korean forces fired eight surface-to-surface missiles into South Korea’s eastern waters to match a weekend missile display by North Korea, which fired the same number of weapons from multiple locations Sunday in what was likely its biggest single-day testing event.
North Korea has conducted 18 rounds of missile launches in 2022 alone — including its first demonstrations of intercontinental ballistic missiles since 2017 — exploiting a favorable environment to push forward weapons development, with the Security Council effectively paralyzed over Russia’s war on Ukraine.
North Korea may soon up the ante as U.S. and South Korean officials say it is all but ready to conduct another detonation at its nuclear testing ground in the northeastern town of Punggye-ri. Its last such test and sixth overall was in September 2017, when it claimed to have detonated a thermonuclear bomb designed for its ICBMs.
Meanwhile on Tuesday, U.S. special envoy for North Korea Sung Kim said Washington and its allies were increasingly concerned by not only the unprecedented number of ballistic missile launches but also because “senior North Korean officials have used rhetoric that could suggest the use of tactical nuclear weapons.” He did not elaborate.
Since taking power in 2011, Kim has accelerated nuclear weapons development despite limited resources and has shown no willingness to fully surrender an arsenal he sees as his strongest guarantee of survival.
Experts say with its next nuclear test, North Korea could claim an ability to build small bombs that could be placed on a multiwarhead ICBM or fit on short-range missiles that could reach South Korea and Japan.
Rafael Mariano Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said Monday there are indications that one of the passages at the Punggye-ri testing ground has been reopened, possibly in preparation for a nuclear test.
Hours before Sherman’s meeting in Seoul, State Department spokesperson Ned Price told reporters in Washington that the United States believes North Korea could seek its seventh test “in the coming days.”
The Biden administration’s punitive actions over North Korea’s recent weapons tests have been limited to largely symbolic unilateral sanctions. Russia and China vetoed a U.S.-sponsored resolution in the Security Council that would have imposed additional sanctions on North Korea over its previous ballistic tests on May 25.
“We have called on members of the international community, certainly members of the U.N. Security Council’s permanent five, to be responsible stakeholders in the U.N. Security Council as a preeminent forum for addressing threats to international peace and security,” Price said.
“Unilateral actions are never going to be the most attractive or even the most effective response, and that is especially the case because we are gratified that we have close allies in the form of Japan and the ROK,” he said, referring to South Korea’s formal name, the Republic of Korea.
North Korea’s state media have yet to comment on Sunday’s launches. They came after the U.S. aircraft carrier Ronald Reagan concluded a three-day naval drill with South Korea in the Philippine Sea on Saturday, apparently their first joint drill involving a carrier since November 2017, as the countries move to upgrade their defense exercises in the face of growing North Korean threats.
North Korea has long condemned the allies’ combined military exercises as invasion rehearsals and has often countered with its own missile drills, including launches in 2016 and 2017 that simulated nuclear attacks on South Korean ports and U.S. military facilities in Japan.
Nuclear talks between the U.S. and North Korea have stalled since 2019 because of disagreements over an easing of crippling U.S.-led sanctions in exchange for North Korean disarmament steps.
Kim’s government has so far rejected the Biden administration’s offers of open-ended talks, and is clearly intent on converting the dormant denuclearization negotiations into a mutual arms-reduction process, experts say.
Kim’s pressure campaign hasn’t been slowed by a COVID-19 outbreak spreading across his largely unvaccinated populace of 26 million amid a lack of public health tools. North Korea has so far rejected U.S. and South Korean offers of help, but there are indications that it received at least some vaccines from ally China.
“We seek dialogue with Pyongyang without preconditions,” U.S. envoy Sung Kim told reporters on a conference call. He said North Korea “has not responded. Instead, we have seen a marked increase in the scope and scale of their ballistic missile tests.”
South Korean activist Park Sang-hak, a North Korean defector who for years has launched anti-Pyongyang propaganda leaflets by balloon across the border, said his group on Tuesday flew 20 balloons carrying medicine, masks and vitamin pills to help North Korean civilians.
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Associated Press writer Mari Yamaguchi in Tokyo contributed to this report.
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The Emerging Cincinnati Company Builds its Portfolio with First Ecommerce Acquisition; Company Looks to Acquire Additional Brands in 2022
CINCINNATI, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cincy Brands, a technology-driven consumer products company that acquires and accelerates better-for-you brands, today announced the acquisition of Vitabox, an online seller of over 70,000 everyday essential products. This is the first acquisition for the company since launching in February of this year and is a pivotal addition to its emerging portfolio. The world-class team, marketplace solutions, and fulfillment capabilities at Vitabox will enable Cincy Brands to rapidly scale the brands they acquire while bringing products from these brands to Vitabox customers wherever they shop.
Vitabox was founded in 2019 to make shopping for everyday essentials, including vitamins, personal care products and pet supplies, more convenient and rewarding. Vitabox sources thousands of the highest quality products from top brands, leverages technology to sell at the lowest possible price, and offers customers a loyalty-based rewards program. Vitabox has recently been featured as a key strategic partner in Wish.com's earnings report, with BigCommerce as they launched Walmart.com capabilities, and as one of the first third-party sellers to launch on Kroger.com. The company ships over one million orders annually through the Vitabox.com, Amazon, Walmart, Wish, eBay, and Kroger marketplaces with a 99% customer satisfaction rating.
"Cincy Brands and Vitabox share the same mission: to serve consumers by providing high quality, sustainable products and the best possible purchasing experience. Vitabox has had tremendous growth over the last several years as a result of their value proposition, world-class operations, direct to consumer expertise and fulfillment capabilities. We are excited to continue investing in Vitabox while leveraging their technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the growth of our new brands," said Andy Cipra, CEO of Cincy Brands.
The innovative technology and fulfillment infrastructure of Vitabox will be a catalyst for the scaled operations platform Cincy Brands is building to accelerate brand growth. In addition to the operational capabilities provided, Cincy Brands will provide domain expertise, advisory, and capital to rapidly scale the Vitabox business to serve more consumers with unbeatable prices on everyday items.
"Founders who start ecommerce brands don't typically do so because they want to get into the technology, warehousing, operations, and distribution business. That's why order fulfillment, marketplace management, and direct-to-consumer operations often become a top pain point for founders as they build their brands and the capabilities of Vitabox solve those problems," added Sean Lee, President of Cincy Brands.
Cincy Brands is currently searching for additional ecommerce and consumer goods brands to acquire and accelerate within its portfolio. They are offering brand owners flexible terms and a seamless closing process. More information is available at www.cincybrands.com.
Cincy Brands is an innovative, agile, and modern-day consumer products company of better-for-you brands. We find, acquire, and grow better-for-you brands to get them in the hands of more consumers, so they can live healthier, happier lives. Founded by ex-Procter & Gamble and agency leaders, we are a digital-first company rooted in data, automation, and technology to provide amazing brands to consumers. Our scaled platform allows us to accelerate brand growth through technology, performance marketing, omnichannel distribution, product development, and supply chain expertise. We offer sellers a seamless acquisition process rooted in integrity that is flexible to their needs.
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Topeka police arrest 2 fugitives wanted since 2019 by Tennessee authorities
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka police on Tuesday afternoon arrested two people wanted on fugitive warrants since 2019 by Tennessee authorities, authorities said.
The pair, a man and a woman, were taken into custody around 12:25 p.m. as they were in a maroon Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck that had pulled into the parking lot behind Trinity Presbyterian Church, 4746 S.W. 21st on the city’s west side.
Two juveniles who were with the man and woman in the pickup truck were taken into police custody and were being processed at the Law Enforcement Center, 320 S. Kansas Ave.
Police at the scene said they were informed Tuesday morning the couple might be in Topeka.
A patrol officer spotted the pickup truck, which had a Kansas license plate, on the city’s west side.
Police said officers were able to identify the pickup truck because of distinctive stickers on the back of the vehicle.
The two adults were taken into custody without further incident and no injuries were reported.
Police said it was believed the pair were wanted on warrants in connection with nonviolent crimes.
Several police cruisers and motorcycle units responded to the scene, which was about four blocks east of S.W. 21st and Fairlawn Road.
Meanwhile, the church’s preschool was placed on precautionary lockdown as the incident unfolded in the parking lot, police said.
There were no incidents at the child-care facility, which quickly was allowed to resume its usual activities, police said.
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America will recover all jobs lost during Covid by this summer, Fitch says
By Matt Egan, CNN Business
The United States is rapidly approaching a major jobs milestone that highlights the historically strong economic recovery from Covid-19.
By the end of August, the labor market will have fully recaptured all jobs lost during the pandemic, Fitch Ratings projects in a new report shared first with CNN.
If that happens, it means payrolls would have returned to pre-crisis levels in barely two years. By comparison, Fitch said it took a staggering six years and five months for the jobs market to fully bounce back during the painfully slow recovery from the Great Recession.
The late summer target for recovering all the jobs lost from Covid-19 looks doable. The United States is only about 1.6 million jobs shy of February 2020 levels.
That means payrolls would need to grow by about 400,000 jobs per month to get back to pre-pandemic levels. The economy added 431,000 jobs in March and Friday’s jobs report is expected to show another 405,000 jobs were gained in April.
13 states are back to pre-Covid employment
Similar to Fitch, Moody’s Analytics is forecasting a return to pre-Covid employment in the third quarter, which ends September 30.
Parts of the country are already there. Thirteen US states, including Florida, Georgia, Colorado and Arizona, have already fully recovered all jobs lost during Covid, Fitch said.
One important caveat, however, is that the US jobs market has not fully recovered the jobs that would have been created had the downturn not occurred. Moody’s estimates that employment would be 4.5 million jobs larger than it currently is if the economy maintained pre-pandemic trend job growth.
Still, the projected return of pre-Covid employment this summer underscores the rapid recovery from the health crisis, due in part to unprecedented support from the Trump and Biden administrations, Congress and the Federal Reserve.
Boom-to-bust worries
If anything, the jobs market looks too hot, raising the specter of a boom-to-bust scenario where an overheating economy flames out because of high inflation.
Fitch warns in its report of “acute labor shortages in many states,” especially in the West and Midwest.
The ratio of job openings to unemployed people hit post-pandemic highs in 20 states in February, Fitch said. This key indicator of labor shortages is especially elevated in Nebraska, Utah and Montana, where the number of unfilled jobs is triple the number of unemployed people.
One problem is that some workers remain on the sideline, limiting the supply of labor. This is for a variety of reasons, including Covid-related problems, high child care costs and retirements.
Just eight states have fully recovered or exceeded their pre-Covid labor force participation rate, according to Fitch.
The labor force participation rate of Vermont, Nevada and Maryland remains more than four percentage points below pre-crisis levels.
The good news is that the very tight jobs market has lifted wages, especially among lower-income workers. And workers have the flexibility to quit their jobs and get better ones.
Yet wages are still failing to keep up with the 40-year high for prices. Inflation-adjusted paychecks are shrinking.
‘Unhealthy’ level
One concern is that the jobs market is too tight — and that is making inflation worse.
The Federal Reserve wants to avoid a wage-price spiral, where high prices cause workers to demand higher wages, causing higher prices and so on.
Fed Chairman Jerome Powell noted during a press conference in March that there are at least 1.7 job openings for every unemployed person nationally.
“That’s a very, very tight labor market — tight to an unhealthy level,” Powell said.
The Fed hopes to cool off the jobs market, and inflation, by raising interest rates.
The goal is for higher borrowing costs to ease demand, giving supply a chance to catch up. That should ease inflation, allowing the economic expansion to continue.
If that doesn’t happen, the Fed may be forced to raise interest rates even more aggressively, slowing down the economy to the point where it risks sparking a recession that sends unemployment rising once again.
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A city council in Alabama has voted to dissolve its three-member police department after the assistant chief sent a racist text message to other officers, according to the mayor, James Latimer.
At an emergency meeting of the Vincent City Council on August 4, members moved to suspend with pay Chief of Police James Srygley and Assistant Chief of Police John L. Gross. The third officer, Lee Cardin, resigned later that evening after the council voted to pursue fully dissolving the department.
It left the city's nearly 2,000 residents with no active police officers.
The next day, the Shelby County Sheriff's Office said it was "currently handling" all law enforcement emergency calls for Vincent, which is located about 35 miles east of Birmingham.
"The Shelby County Sheriff's Office was recently notified by the Vincent City Council and Mayor regarding the recent allegations of misconduct within the Vincent Police Department, and we equally condemn these actions," the release stated. "Sheriff (John) Samaniego stands with the City of Vincent in providing emergency law enforcement-related services for the citizens during this time."
Angry residents had called for the assistant police chief to be fired at a City Council meeting August 2 after the text message, which included a racist joke about slavery, surfaced on social media, CNN affiliate WBRC reported.
"To me, that was just a punch in the gut like going back to the 1930s and '40s, and I often forget that we're still not there," Lois Garrett, a local resident, told WBRC. "It hurt. I was hurt; I was embarrassed because I thought we were better than that."
CNN reached out to members of the city council and the Vincent police officers but has not heard back.
The council is set to discuss the matter at its upcoming meeting August 16.
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COLCHESTER, Vt., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vernal Biosciences, a technology-leading mRNA manufacturer and formulator of LNP-mRNA, announced today the completion of a $21 million financing to fully integrate its mRNA manufacturing solutions. The round was led by Ampersand Capital Partners and Dynamk Capital, with existing investors Alloy Therapeutics and ATUM participating. The round also included a new investment from Charles River Laboratories, Inc. Vernal offers a complete range of mRNA-related services and products ranging from sequence design and screening support, scaled-down and scaled-up manufacturing of high purity mRNA and LNP-mRNA, platform process development technologies, and ultimately GMP manufacturing.
"We are excited to offer an advanced staging ground of platform processes and analytical technologies to our clients for all of their projects, clinical included," said Christian Cobaugh, Vernal CEO and Founder. He emphasized, "While quality and capabilities matter more than ever, huge gaps remain in the capacity of high purity mRNA products and services. Our deep expertise and proven abilities in mRNA technologies, along with the wealth of experience in building success stories in the CRO and CDMO space that our investors bring, will enable Vernal to successfully transform this field, from concept to clinical trials. It is time to usher in a new era where under a single contract, we can design sequences, manufacture plasmid templates and mRNA, formulate LNP-mRNA, and provide release testing of drug products."
Christian will be joined on Vernal's board by existing board member, Errik Anderson of Alloy Therapeutics, and new board members, David Anderson of Ampersand, and Gustavo Mahler of Dynamk. Under the leadership of Dr. Cobaugh, Vernal is equipped with a singular focus on mRNA. The funds from this financing will support Vernal's growth including the construction of full GMP capabilities scheduled to become operational in late 2023.
David Anderson, General Partner with Ampersand added, "Ampersand is excited to partner with Christian and the Vernal team to help bring Vernal to the next level as a full-service CDMO servicing the mRNA field. Our recent experiences building advanced therapy CDMOs such as BrammerBio, ArrantaBio and Vibalogics, position Ampersand as an excellent partner for Vernal at this stage in the company's growth."
"There is a strong market demand for fully integrated providers of mRNA products and services," said Gustavo Mahler, Venture Partner at Dynamk Capital. "Dynamk looks forward to supporting the Vernal team in growing into one of the leading CDMOs in the mRNA space."
Vernal Biosciences provides mRNA and LNP-mRNA manufacturing services to democratize the use of mRNA for all use cases ranging from drug discovery to clinical development across all use cases such as gene editing and regulation, cellular programming, vaccines, mRNA replacement, oncology, autoimmune, and protein degradation. Please visit www.vernal.bio for more information.
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Founded in 1988, Ampersand is a middle market private equity firm with more than $2 billion of assets under management dedicated to growth-oriented investments in the healthcare sector. With offices in Boston and Amsterdam, Ampersand leverages its unique blend of private equity and operating experience to build value and drive superior long-term performance alongside its portfolio company management teams. Ampersand has helped build numerous market-leading companies across each of the firm's core healthcare sectors. Additional information about Ampersand is available at ampersandcapital.com.
Dynamk Capital is a growth equity and venture capital firm focused on life sciences industrials. Dynamk's investment strategy is centered on identifying companies developing disruptive technologies, tools, and services that enable the full biopharma continuum across discovery, development, and manufacturing of biotherapeutics, including cell & gene therapies and vaccines. Please visit www.dynamk.vc for more information.
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DALLAS (STACKER) — With the advent of Big Data, it’s now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they’re fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What’s clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness. And when it comes to the most important meal of the day, few people are on the fence about their favorite go-to spots. Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated restaurants for breakfast in Dallas on Tripadvisor.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven’t been to yet.
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#30. Cafe Brazil
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (101 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Cafe, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 2815 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226-1508
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#29. Buzzbrews Kitchen
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (99 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
– Price: $
– Address: 4154 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75204-2132
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#28. Mercat
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (139 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: French, European
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 2501 N Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75201-1607
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#27. John’s Cafe
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (44 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
– Price: $
– Address: 1733 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206-7416
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#26. Bread Winners Cafe & Bakery – Inwood Village
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (170 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 5560 W Lovers Ln Ste 260, Dallas, TX 75209-4200
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#25. Record Grill
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (69 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Price: $
– Address: 605 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75202-3335
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#24. Cindi’s NY Deli & Restaurant
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (79 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Deli
– Price: $
– Address: 7522 Campbell Rd, Dallas, TX 75248-1784
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#23. Oddfellows
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (228 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 316 W 7th St, Dallas, TX 75208-4639
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#22. Deli News N.Y. Style Deli Restaurant
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (122 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Deli
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 17062 Preston Rd #100, Dallas, TX 75248-1226
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#21. Centennial Cafe
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (140 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 300 Reunion Blvd E, Dallas, TX 75207-4409
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#20. Luckys Cafe
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (160 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3531 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219-4309
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#19. Kozy
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (113 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 6400 Gaston Ave #106, Dallas, TX 75214-4022
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#18. Cafe Brazil
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (193 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3851 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219-4137
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#17. Cindi’s NY Deli & Restaurant
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (129 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 11111 North Central Expressway Ste G, Dallas, TX 75243
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#16. Yolk – One Arts Plaza
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (159 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 1722 Routh St Inside One Arts Plaza, Dallas, TX 75201-2535
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#15. Dragonfly
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (312 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Bar
– Price: $$$$
– Address: 2332 Leonard St, Dallas, TX 75201-2020
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#14. Eatzi’s Market & Bakery
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (463 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3403 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219-4215
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#13. Norma’s Cafe
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (110 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 17721 Dallas Pkwy Suite 130, Dallas, TX 75287-7343
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#12. The Original Pancake House
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (188 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 5220 Belt Line Rd Ste 256, Dallas, TX 75254-7530
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#11. CBD Provisions
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (409 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 1530 Main St, Dallas, TX 75201-4804
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#10. Benedict’s Restaurant
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (170 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 4800 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254-7541
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#9. Crossroads Diner
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (213 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 17194 Preston Rd Suite 101, Dallas, TX 75248-1221
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#8. Norma’s Cafe
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (158 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Price: $
– Address: 1123 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208-5128
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#7. Mama’s Daughter’s Diner
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (254 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Price: $
– Address: 2014 Irving Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-6610
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#6. Texas Spice
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (599 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Southwestern
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 555 S Lamar St Dallas Omni Hotel, Dallas, TX 75202
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#5. Ellen’s
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (986 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 1790 N. Record Street, Dallas, TX 75202
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#4. Bread Winners Cafe
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (488 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3301 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75204-2301
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#3. Cindi’s NY Deli & Restaurant
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (348 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Price: $
– Address: 306 South Houston Street, Dallas, TX 75202
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#2. Original Market Diner
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (344 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Price: $
– Address: 4434 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75219-1716
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#1. Maple Leaf Diner
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (303 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Cafe, Diner
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 12817 Preston Rd Ste 129, Dallas, TX 75230-7204
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What we know about the investigation into the Supreme Court leak
By Devan Cole, Evan Perez, Ariane de Vogue and Whitney Wild, CNN
When Chief Justice John Roberts announced Tuesday that the Supreme Court will investigate the release of a draft opinion that would strike down Roe v. Wade, he kicked off what will likely be one of Washington’s most unusual leak investigations in recent years.
According to the draft authored by Justice Samuel Alito, the court would overturn Roe’s holding of a federal constitutional right to an abortion.
Roberts called the release “a singular and egregious breach” of trust and said he’s “directed the Marshal of the Court to launch an investigation into the source of the leak.”
It’s unclear, however, how much experience that office has in conducting a probe such as this.
Here’s what we know about the investigation:
When was the draft opinion published and what does it say?
The draft opinion was published Monday evening by Politico and was later authenticated by the court. In it, Alito says Roe was “egregiously wrong from the start” and “must be overruled.”
It appears that five justices would be voting to overturn Roe. Roberts did not want to completely overturn Roe v. Wade, meaning he would have dissented from part of Alito’s draft opinion, sources tell CNN. That would mean that the five conservative justices who would make up the majority overturning Roe are Alito and Justices Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett.
What did Roberts say?
Roberts, who has long tried to preserve the court’s independence and reputation, said in a statement that the court “will not be affected in any way” by the leak.
“Court employees have an exemplary and important tradition of respecting the confidentiality of the judicial process and upholding the trust of the Court.”
“I have directed the Marshal of the Court to launch an investigation into the source of the leak,” he said.
Who is the marshal of the Supreme Court?
The marshal of the Supreme Court oversees about 260 employees, including the court’s police department, which has the power to arrest people on the grounds of the court. The current marshal is Col. Gail A. Curley, who began serving as the court’s 11th marshal in 2021.
It’s unclear what investigative resources the court’s marshal has and how much experience employees have in finding the source of a leak. If the marshal finds evidence of a possible crime, the court can ask the Justice Department to prosecute someone.
Who had access to the draft opinion?
Typically, the people with access to such a document would be the nine justices and the people working in their chambers, including their clerks and staff — nearly 50 people in all.
Why didn’t Roberts ask the Justice Department to investigate the leak?
Roberts has long guarded the independence of the third branch of government, keeping the legislative and executive branches, which include the Justice Department and the FBI, out of the court’s affairs. His decision to have the matter handled — at least initially — internally by a force he controls underscores that desire.
A former leader of the US Marshals Service, the agency responsible for judicial security beyond the confines of the Supreme Court, told CNN it would be unlikely that Roberts would ask an executive branch law enforcement agency to investigate the leak, noting the court is not an organization that enjoys outsiders peering in.
The source also described the marshal of the Supreme Court as differing from traditional law enforcement, describing that role as more like a chief administrative officer with oversight of a police department.
What crime is at play?
It’s unclear what crime could be investigated and whether the FBI and the Justice Department have the authority to look into a leak that doesn’t have to do with classified or sensitive information.
Moreover, after leading politically sensitive investigations of presidential candidates and a sitting president in recent years, Justice Department and FBI officials are loath to get the bureau involved in what may end up being a political effort to try to affect the outcome of the court’s final opinion in the case.
“Leaks of government information, by themselves, are not crimes,” said Steve Vladeck, a CNN Supreme Court analyst who’s a professor at the University of Texas School of Law. “Usually, leakers are prosecuted for leaking classified information, which this isn’t, or for offenses related to how they obtained the information they leaked.”
“But without one of those hooks, or some kind of financial harm to the government arising from the leak, there’s no federal criminal statute that makes leaking of simply confidential governmental information unlawful,” Vladeck added.
Former clerks speak out
Former Supreme Court clerks were stumped as to how such a probe would unfold, including whether the investigators have the power to issue subpoenas.
“It’s hard to understand what this investigation would look like because a leak like this is so unprecedented,” said Barbara Smith, a former Alito clerk.
Smith, who is now an attorney with Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner in St. Louis, said the fact that the opinion had been circulated to all justices means the number of people who may have had access is possibly in the dozens, or hundreds if court employees are included.
She called the leak “such an unusual and tragic breach of protocol,” and noted that the court doesn’t have experience with leaks, which are much more common in the other two branches of government.
Ian Samuel, a former clerk for Justice Antonin Scalia, spoke to the court’s confidentiality norms in an interview in 2018, saying the “chief justice, at the beginning of the year, does a set of remarks to all the new law clerks gathered in a room together about the job. Confidentiality is emphasized.”
Samuel said the late justice told his clerks on their first day on the job that if he were to “ever discover that you have betrayed the confidences of what goes on in these chambers, I will do everything in my power to ruin your career.”
“It did put me in the right frame of mind about it,” Samuel said. “Which is, you know, you’re going to learn some secret stuff. And you should just know the consequences both ways.”
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It’s impossible to wall off reversing Roe from landmark marriage and contraception rulings
By Ariane de Vogue, CNN Supreme Court Reporter
Justice Samuel Alito, in his draft opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade, tries to make clear it should not necessarily impact other decisions such as the right to marry a person of a different race or same sex and the right to contraception, which rely on some of the same threads of legal reasoning as the abortion rights landmark.
In the draft, Alito said that what “sharply distinguishes” Roe, and the 1992 follow-up Casey v. Planned Parenthood, from those other cases is that abortion destroys “potential life.”
“None of the other decisions cited by Roe and Casey, involved the critical moral question posed by abortion,” he said. “They do not support the right to an abortion, and by the same token, our conclusion that the Constitution does not confer such a right does not undermine them in any way.”
But critics of the draft decision will take cold comfort in Alito’s words attempting to wall off abortion from everything else.
They believe that if Alito’s opinion is ultimately rendered, it will represent an opening salvo in a push to target other rights grounded in privacy and liberty. It will also destabilize the law by rendering the legal doctrine of stare decisis — the notion that courts should follow their precedents even if they disagree with them, to protect the cohesion of the law — a dead letter. And it will raise new questions about the politicization of the court.
Liberal Justice Sonia Sotomayor pinpointed these concerns at oral arguments in December. She noted that in Casey and Roe, the court said there is “inherent in our structure” the understanding that there are “personal decisions that belong to individuals and the states can’t intrude on them.” Then she listed cases concerning the right to contraception and the right to marry and said that “none of those things are written in the Constitution.”
“They have all,” she said, “been discerned from the structure of the Constitution.”
For instance, in 1967 the court decided Loving v. Virginia, which involved the right to marry a person of a different race. The court held that the “freedom to marry, or not marry, a person of another race resides with the individual, and cannot be infringed by the State.” The court relied on parts of Loving when it decided Casey.
And in 1965 the court ruled on the right to obtain contraceptives in a case called Griswold v. Connecticut. In a 7-2 opinion, the court said the Constitution protects the right to marital privacy against state restrictions on contraception. That general right to privacy was also cited in Roe and Casey.
Then Sotomayor turned to politics: “Why do we now say that Roe and Casey are so unusual that they must be overturned?” She noted that the sponsors of the Mississippi law at hand said they were doing it “because we have new justices on the Supreme Court.”
“Will this institution survive the stench that this creates in the public perception that the Constitution and its reading are just political acts?” she queried.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett jumped in soon afterward, asking a lawyer for Mississippi, “Would a decision in your favor call any of the cases that Justice Sotomayor is identifying into question?”
Mississippi Solicitor General Scott Stewart said none of them would because none “involve the purposeful termination of a human life.”
But legal experts are skeptical that the fallout won’t be swift.
They point to another part of Alito’s draft opinion. He noted that the Biden administration had relied upon decisions like Lawrence v. Texas (the right to engage in private, consensual sexual acts) and Obergefell v. Hodges (the right to marry a person of the same sex) in defending Roe.
“These attempts to justify abortion through appeals to a broader right to autonomy and to define one’s ‘concept of existence’ prove too much,” Alito wrote. He said that such criteria “at a high level of generality” could license fundamental “rights to illicit drug use, prostitution, and the like.”
“None of these rights has any claim to being deeply rooted in history,” he said.
“Roe wasn’t decided in a vacuum; it’s part of a larger understanding of the Constitution that recognizes a right to privacy in text that doesn’t expressly identify it,” said Steve Vladeck, a CNN Supreme Court analyst who’s a professor at the University of Texas School of Law.
“If there’s a majority of justices no longer willing to recognize such a right in the context of abortion — indeed, who believe the court should never have recognized it — then that calls into question those other rights, as well,” he said.
Alito himself voted against the right to same-sex marriage when that case was decided in 2015.
“The Constitution says nothing about a right to same-sex marriage, but the Court holds that the term ‘liberty’ in the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment encompasses this right,” he said in dissent in language similar to his draft majority opinion on Roe.
Some think the Roe draft opinion is a road map for future challenges to civil rights rulings.
“Left to his own devices, Justice Alito would happily welcome challenges to many of the Court’s foundational fundamental rights decisions,” said Leah Litman, a professor at the University of Michigan Law School. “The critiques he levels at Roe — it’s not in the constitutional text; there aren’t early state constitutional provisions or early state or federal court decisions recognizing the right — apply to those other rights, and he’d happily overrule them if he could.”
Jim Obergefell, the lead plaintiff in the same-sex marriage case, who is now trying to enter politics, said in an interview with CNN that Alito’s draft opinion “scares” him for that reason.
“It scares the daylights out of me because many of the rights we enjoy — especially the LGBTQ + community — are based on unenumerated rights under the 14th Amendment, the right to privacy,” Obergefell said. “And the belief that if the Constitution doesn’t specifically in writing outline that right, i.e. the right to privacy, then all of those rights that have been affirmed for us that are based on the right to privacy under the 14th Amendment are at risk. “
And while Alito and lawyers for Mississippi tread very carefully, one lawyer writing a friend of the court brief on behalf of Texas Right to Life did not.
Jonathan F. Mitchell — the architect of Texas’ six-week ban — did not mince his words in a friend of the court brief filed in the Mississippi case in support of the law.
“The members of this Court are bound by oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States,” he said,”not the precedent of this court.”
He said Roe has “taken us to a land” where Supreme Court justices get to recognize and enforce rights “that they think ought to be protected by the Constitution.”
Mitchell allowed that the court could overturn Roe without “cutting the legs from under” Loving v. Texas, which he said is defensible under the Civil Rights Act of 1866.
But he added: “The news is not as good for those who hope to preserve the court-invented rights to homosexual behavior and same-sex marriage.”
He said the court did not have to overrule those decisions if it decided to overturn Roe. “But neither should the court hesitate to write an opinion that leaves those decisions hanging by a thread,” he concluded, calling them “as lawless as Roe.”
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Will Spearhead Company's Transition Following Change in Control
MIDDLETOWN, Del., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Star, Inc. (OTC:ILST) (the "Company") today announced the recent appointment of Mr. Nochum Greenberg as the Company's interim Chief Executive Officer and its Chairman of the Board. Together with the incoming management team, Mr. Greenberg will spearhead the Company's transition, oversee its repositioning, and execute its strategic plan. Management's vision for the Company is to merge with or acquire revenue producing and cash flow positive target companies. Announcements on that front are forthcoming, and the Company expects to announce our initial transaction within the next two weeks.
Mr. Greenberg commented, "We are very excited about our plans for International Star's future. We intend to shape an organization that will effectively achieve its vision and purpose and, ultimately, expand the Company's business and maximize its value. We will provide further disclosure of our plans to our shareholders and the general public as soon as possible. We are aware that there are many eager and devoted shareholders out there and we thank you all for your support. We want to thank Caren Currier for aiding in transaction, and her guidance while administrative tasks were dealt with."
New forms of communication are being made available:
- A new company twitter handle: @ilstinc
- A new company website: www.ilstinc.com
- New email addresses: info@ilstinc.com; legal@ilstinc.com;
Information about ILST can be found at:
ABOUT INTERNATIONAL STAR
International Star Inc. has historically been focused on mineral property interests. In June 2022, a controlling stake in International Star was acquired by ILST Holdco LLC. Under its new management, the Company's strategic objective is to acquire, merge with and build revenue and cash flow producing companies in order to create successful and financially robust enterprise which will consistently create and build stakeholders' value.
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PCSD 25 announces Director of Elementary Education, Director of Curriculum
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) - Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) announced the selection of A.J. Watson as the Director of Elementary Education and Amy Bowie as the Director of Curriculum.
For the past 11 years, Watson has served as the Principal of Chubbuck Elementary School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Biological Secondary Education in 1999 and pursued a Master’s of Educational Administration in 2006, both from Idaho State University.
Bowie will join the district’s curriculum team as the Director of Curriculum. Bowie has served the school district for 24 years. She spent her first 18 years in the classroom where she taught English. She has been an administrator at Irving Middle School for the past six years, including serving as Irving’s Principal since 2019. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in secondary education in 1997, and a Master’s of Education in Educational Administration in 2016. As the Director of Curriculum, Bowie hopes to be able to take the knowledge she has gained and the skills she has acquired to ensure that PCSD 25 learners have access to a rigorous and relevant curriculum that stimulates their sense of wonder and encourages them to stretch, grow, and seek out productive struggle.
“Having served in multiple capacities throughout the district, Mr. Watson and Ms. Bowie are both deeply rooted in our district community and our administrative leadership,” PCSD 25 Superintendent,Dr. Douglas Howell said. “Each has demonstrated a commitment to education and learning, and the district will benefit greatly from both of their individual knowledge and experiences.”
Lori Craney, the district’s current Director of Elementary Education, and Chuck Orr, the current Director of Curriculum, announced their retirement from their respective positions earlier this year. Craney has served as an educator for PCSD 25 for 44 years. Orr is retiring from the district after a 34 year career in education.
Watson and Bowie will assume their new roles at the district office effective July 1, 2022. | https://localnews8.com/news/pocatello/2022/04/13/pcsd-25-announces-director-of-elementary-education-director-of-curriculum/ | 2022-04-13T17:10:41Z |
LEHI, Utah, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PCF Insurance Services (PCF), one of the top 20 U.S. insurance brokerage firms, announced today the acquisition of Florida-based insurance broker Apple Insurance and Financial Services.
Apple Insurance is a well-known individual health and Medicare insurance agency based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, offering access to Florida Blue, a top carrier in the space.
"Apple Insurance is a thriving, high-growth agency," says Peter C. Foy, Chairman, Founder, and CEO of PCF Insurance Services. "With their proven model for growth and continued value creation, Apple Insurance gives PCF a strong foothold in one of the most competitive individual health care markets in the U.S."
PCF Insurance selects Agency Partners who believe in the PCF Insurance business strategy, have proven success in their industry, and are looking to grow beyond their current capacity. Apple Insurance's focus on strategic, national growth and collaboration aligns with PCF Insurance's rapidly expanding portfolio of Agency Partners.
"Apple Insurance is a one-stop shop for insurance in the South Florida market with a diverse portfolio of insurance projects," said Rick Jultak, Principal at Apple Insurance. "With PCF, we have a clear path to creating valuable strategic partners with other top-tier insurance agencies throughout the country."
The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
In 2022, PCF Insurance has completed or has under the letter of intent 104 acquisitions, continuing its industry-leading M&A pace. PCF's well-diversified revenue stream continues to enable its strategic investments in technology and infrastructure build-outs to support its significant network expansion.
About Apple Insurance & Financial Services
The leading South Florida agency for Florida Blue, Apple Insurance and Financial Services is a full-service agency providing a complete range of insurance products, from primary medical and Medicare supplemental insurance to long-term care coverage, dental plans, accident plans, and pet insurance. Learn more at appleinsurance.com.
About PCF Insurance Services
A top 20 U.S. broker headquartered in Lehi, Utah, PCF Insurance Services is a leading full-service consultant and insurance brokerage firm offering a broad array of commercial, life and health, employee benefits, and workers' compensation solutions. Propelled by its people, PCF Insurance's agency-centric operating model and entrepreneurial environment support its tremendous growth profile, offering partners alignment through equity ownership, significant leadership incentives, and resources to over 3,100 employees throughout the U.S. Recognized as a top acquirer by The Hales Report, ranked #20 on Business Insurance's 2022 Top 100 Brokers and #13 on Insurance Journal's 2022 Top Property/Casualty Agencies, PCF Insurance is a notable leader in the insurance space. Learn more at pcfins.com.
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(NEXSTAR) – Lots of Americans leave college wishing they could have a do-over, a nationwide survey found.
It’s not just the heavy drinking on game days or all-nighter study sessions people regret, the Federal Reserve Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking found. Many people end up regretting their choice in college major.
The Washington Post’s Department of Data analyzed the findings of the Federal Reserve survey and found nearly 50% of people who studied humanities or the arts eventually regretted that choice. Not far behind, about 45% of people surveyed who studied social and behavioral sciences also wished they’d picked something different.
More than a third of people who studied education, business, law and life sciences also regretted their choice. Over 40% of people who went to vocational school reported regrets, as well.
According to the newspaper’s analysis, the amount of student loans people had didn’t seem to affect whether or not they had regrets.
Perhaps hoping to avoid such regrets (or massive student loans), fewer people enrolled in college in 2020 when compared to ten years prior. In 2020, 19.4 million students were enrolled in college or university courses, according to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). That figure was down 10% from 2010. The COVID-19 pandemic likely also played a role in declining enrollment that year, as many college campuses shut down and temporarily switched to distance learning.
The major people were least likely to regret, the Federal Reserve survey found, was engineering. Despite that popularity, engineering is still a far less common choice than other majors, NCES says. Three times as many people graduate with a degree in business than with a degree in engineering. However, the data shows it is a growing field of study from year to year.
And even though it ranked lowest when it came to regrets, about a quarter of engineering students still wished they’d done things differently, the Washington Post reported. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/nearly-half-of-people-who-choose-these-college-majors-regret-it-federal-survey-finds/ | 2022-09-11T19:02:36Z |
Which is better, a front-load or top-load washer?
There are two main types of washing machines: front-load and top-load washers. Both usually come with the same cycles and settings, but they differ from one another in a few ways. Top-load washers are generally faster at getting clothes clean and can be more ergonomic. Front-load machines, meanwhile, often do a better job at washing clothes while being more energy-efficient.
Front-load washers
Front-load washing machines are common in many parts of the world, but especially in European countries. They are designed so that you put clothes inside the machine’s horizontal-axis drum from the front. Many of them are also larger than their top-load counterparts, meaning they can fit more clothes within.
They are often better at cleaning clothes while using less water and energy than top-load machines. This makes them more energy-efficient, but it also reduces the wear on the clothes.
Most front-load washers come with multiple settings and cycles to clean fabrics. However, they don’t usually include a setting for load size. This is mainly because these appliances are designed with water sensors to use only as much water as is needed. And they can make auto-adjustments to make them more efficient.
Many manufacturers produce high-quality front-load washers, but the most recognized brands are LG, Samsung and GE. These machines usually cost $600-$1,200.
Front-load washer pros
- These machines can clean any type of clothing and fabric with minimal wear.
- They’re energy-efficient and don’t waste as much water as other machines.
- Some models are stackable for a space-saving washer/dryer combo, while others can be positioned side-by-side.
- They can clean and wring out clothes effectively.
- Newer models are quiet, making them ideal for smaller homes where noise travels.
- Most can automatically adjust so cut down on waste and save you money.
- The larger drum is perfect for big families or those who tend to clean many clothes or blankets at once.
Front-load washer cons
- They’re more prone to leaking than top-load washers, though this isn’t common.
- If the drum is too full, clothes can get stuck near the door or even tear.
- They require more routine maintenance and cleaning than top-load washers, especially near the door.
- Due to their front-load design, clothes can spill out more easily when overfilled.
- They require you to crouch or squat to use them, which can be difficult for those with mobility issues.
Best front-load washers
Samsung 4.5-Cubic-Foot Large-Capacity Smart Dial Front-Load Washer With Super Speed Wash
Available in white or brushed black, this front-load machine has a 4.5 cubic foot capacity and offers a super speed wash cycle that takes 28 minutes. It comes with MultiControl which lets you operate a compatible stacked dryer from the washing machine. It also connects to Wi-Fi, making it convenient for changing settings, schedule cycles and more.
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LG Electronics 27-inch 5-Cubic-Foot Mega-Capacity Smart Front-Load Washer
This large front-load washer is designed for big families or people who prefer to do large loads. It can thoroughly clean clothes within 30 minutes. It has five powerful jets that can spray clothes from all angles and comes with built-in artificial intelligence that can automatically select the optimal settings for the load. It’s also highly efficient and compact.
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Maytag 4.5-Cubic-Foot Stackable Front-Load Washing Machine
A powerful appliance designed to combat the toughest of stains and grime, this front-load machine comes with the settings needed to wash clothes effectively and efficiently. With the quick-wash cycle, you can clean clothes in about 15 minutes. It also comes with a 12-Hour Fresh Spin setting that keeps clothes in the drum fresh long after the cycle ends.
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Top-load washers
Popular in America, top-load washers are designed so you can put clothes inside them from the top, making them easy to load. They usually have faster cycles than front-load machines. Plus, the door doesn’t generally lock once the cycle begins, meaning you can start it and still add in new clothes.
These appliances have a cylindrical agitator in the middle of the water drum, which lets the machine wash fabrics vertically. Most models can’t be stacked, but some do come with a combination design.
The main manufacturers of these machines are GE, LG, Samsung and Maytag. They cost $400-$1,000, on average, making them slightly less expensive than their counterparts.
Top-load washer pros
- Most models are more budget-friendly than front-load washers.
- Some are energy-efficient.
- They’re less likely to leak than front-load machines, and they’re easier to maintain.
- They come with all the standard features and cycles of other washing machines.
- Since they don’t require much bending, they’re easy for those with mobility issues to load.
- The cycles are often faster than front-load machines.
- They come in different sizes, so they’re considered ergonomic.
Top-load washer cons
- Most aren’t as efficient as front-load machines, especially when it comes to water use.
- Since they’re harder to stack, they often require more space.
- Some models are noisier than front-load machines.
- Certain machines are harsher on clothes or don’t clean as consistently, especially on shorter cycles.
- It can be difficult to grab small items, such as socks, from the bottom of the machine since doing so requires you to bend over and reach.
Best top-load washers
Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot Top-Load Washer With Active WaterJet
Available in brushed black or white, this appliance is Energy Star-certified, meaning it’s very efficient. It has a large drum that’s easy to access without needing to bend down. It also comes with a Deep Fill option that lets you add extra water to cover all the fabrics within. The Active WaterJet feature makes it easy to pre-treat heavily soiled or stained clothes for a more thorough clean.
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LG Electronics 4.8-Cubic-Foot Ultra-Large-Capacity Top-Load Washer
With a direct drive motor that turns and rotates separately from the tub mechanism, this machine spins with a strong water flow for a gentle clean. The tub consists of durable stainless steel and can fit a king-size comforter with ease.
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GE 4.5-Cubic-Foot High-Efficiency Top-Load Washer With Agitator
This machine is designed with customizable water levels, meaning you can save water or add more as needed. It has all the standard cycles, including a deep clean and a speed wash cycle that lets you wash fabrics as needed. With 700 rotations per minute, this washer can efficiently remove water at the end of the cycle to make it easier to dry clothes.
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Ex-cop Thomas Lane faces sentencing in George Floyd killing
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Former Minneapolis police Officer Thomas Lane is hoping for a sentence Thursday that could let him go free after as little as two years in prison for his role in the killing of George Floyd.
His attorney, Earl Gray, has argued that the rookie was the least culpable of the four officers involved in Floyd’s death under Officer Derek Chauvin’s knee in May 2020, a killing that sparked protests in Minneapolis and around the world, and launched a national reckoning on race.
Lane is one of three former Minneapolis officers who were convicted by a federal jury in February of violating Floyd’s civil rights by depriving him of medical care. He faces a separate sentencing Sept. 21 in state court after changing his plea there to guilty to a reduced charge of aiding and abetting manslaughter.
Lane and fellow rookie J. Alexander Kueng helped restrain Floyd while Chauvin, who is white and was the most senior officer on the scene, killed Floyd by kneeling on his neck for nearly 9 1/2 minutes despite the handcuffed and unarmed Black man’s fading pleas that he couldn’t breathe. Chauvin’s partner, Tou Thao, helped hold back an increasingly concerned group of onlookers outside a Minneapolis convenience store where Floyd tried to pass a counterfeit $20 bill in August 2020.
Federal prosecutors have asked U.S. District Judge Paul Magnuson to follow nonbinding federal sentencing guidelines and sentence Lane to 5 1/4 to 6 1/2 years.
But Gray has asked for 2 1/4 years. Under federal probation rules, and assuming good behavior, that would result in two years in prison. That happens to be what Lane is facing under his plea agreement on the state charge, which calls for a sentence of three years but likely would amount to two under the state’s parole system.
Gray argued during the trial that Lane “did everything he could possibly do to help George Floyd.” He pointed out that Lane suggested rolling Floyd on his side so he could breathe, but was rebuffed twice by Chauvin. He also noted that Lane performed CPR to try to revive Floyd after the ambulance arrived.
“Any reasonable person should just be disgusted, should be infuriated” that Lane was ever charged, Gray told jurors in his closing argument.
Lane testified he didn’t realize how dire Floyd’s condition was until paramedics turned him over. Prosecutor Manda Sertich countered that his expressions of concern showed he knew Floyd was in distress but “did nothing to give Mr. Floyd the medical aid he knew Mr. Floyd so desperately needed.”
When Lane pleaded guilty in state court in May, Gray said Lane hoped to avoid a long sentence. “He has a newborn baby and did not want to risk not being part of the child’s life,” he said.
Chauvin pleaded guilty to separate federal civil rights charges in December in Floyd’s killing and in an unrelated case involving a Black teenager. That netted a 21-year sentence when he appeared before Magnuson two weeks ago, toward the low end of the range of 20 to 25 years both sides agreed to under his plea deal.
Magnuson had harsh words for Chauvin at the hearing, saying, “You absolutely destroyed the lives of three young officers by taking command of the scene.”
Chauvin was already serving a 22 1/2-year state court sentence for second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. His federal and state sentences are running concurrently. While his plea agreement meant accepting nearly three more years behind bars than his state sentence alone, he’s expected to be safer and have more freedom in the long run. Minnesota corrections officials have kept Chauvin in solitary confinement in the state’s maximum security prison for his own safety, given his notoriety. He has not yet been transferred to the federal prison system.
Magnuson has not set sentencing dates for Thao and Kueng. But he has scheduled a hearing for Friday on objections by their attorneys to how their sentences should be calculated under the complicated federal guidelines. Prosecutors are seeking unspecified sentences for them that would be lower than Chauvin’s but “substantially higher” than Lane’s.
Thao and Kueng, who have turned down plea deals, are scheduled to go on trial Oct. 24 on state charges of aiding and abetting both second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TUSK Partners ("TUSK"), the premier dental M&A Advisor, today announced it has been named to the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a unique look at the country's most successful private businesses and is a key benchmark for entrepreneurial success.
"TUSK is honored to be recognized by Inc. as one of America's fastest-growing private companies," said Kevin Cumbus, President of TUSK. "The past two years have been transformational for TUSK and being named to the Inc. 5000 is a testament to the incredible success of our clients and our world-class team. Now that we have singular focus on M&A advisory, we are focused on further accelerating our momentum as the leader in the dental M&A space, creating partnerships, and generational wealth events for dental practice owners across the country. The story of TUSK is really just beginning."
For four decades, Inc. Magazine has celebrated the fastest-growing private companies in America. The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 represent a new cohort of fast-growing private businesses, all of which have demonstrated an ability to succeed amid supply chain challenges, labor shortages, and the ongoing impacts related to COVID-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
TUSK Partners inclusion on the Inc. 5000 list comes at a significant time of growth for the company, which achieved 677% growth over the last 3 years and 123% growth year-over-year in 2021. TUSK has empowered dental practice and DSO owners across the United States to maximize the value of their business in a sale. Through TUSK's Marketed Sales Process, they are able to bring multiple offers to all of their clients and ultimately execute on a deal that they desire.
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Mold, major leaks, and other mistreatment detailed in Senate’s military housing report
The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations released the results of its study on the privatized housing provider Balfour Beatty Communities Tuesday.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations released the results of its 8-month investigation into the mistreatment of military families in privatized housing on Tuesday.
The bipartisan subcommittee investigated complaints of housing hazards including mold, major leaks, and other housing hazards that were allegedly ignored by military contractor Balfour Beatty Communities.
Officials said they conducted dozens of interviews and looked at more than 11,000 pages of data regarding the company’s operations. During a hearing on Capitol Hill, lawmakers detailed the findings; continuing failures within the company, environmental hazards, and falsified records, that they said are putting the health and safety of military families at risk.
Balfour Beatty Communities houses military families on 55 installations across the country. The company pleaded guilty to major fraud following a Department of Justice investigation late last year. The company agreed to pay $65 million for lying and manipulating data from 2013 through 2019.
Subcommittee officials said the company’s poor management persisted following the Department of Justice investigation.
Since 2019, congressional investigators have been looking at housing conditions on Fort Gordon in Georgia and Fort Sheppard in Texas.
As detailed in this report released Tuesday, the subcommittee said they found a “steady stream of new complaints” where Balfour “failed to act.” They also uncovered management failures through falsified documents and mislabeled work orders.
Once confronted with the report during a hearing on Capitol Hill, Balfour representatives denied many of the accusations.
Richard C. Taylor, President, Facility Operations, Renovation & Construction for Balfour Beatty Communities said the company has worked to improve since 2019 and now has promising resident survey results.
But others, like Rachel Christian with Armed Forces Housing Advocates, want the military to show Balfour Beatty Communities the door.
“The only way forward for military families to feel safe in their homes is for the contracts to be ended with Balfour Beatty,” she said.
She also noted the military housing problems stretch far beyond one single company.
The blame is twofold,” said Christian. “It is the housing companies who are choosing profits over people repeatedly, and it’s the DOD for failing to contribute to any form of oversight that would stop them from committing such heinous acts against their own service members.”
Congress is not a criminal court. Subcommittee officials said they wanted to shine a light on military housing issues.
Military members are not typically required to live in base housing.
The Washington News Bureau reached out to Balfour for comment, but they denied the request.
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Police: 3 wounded, taken to hospital after Chicago shooting
Published: May. 28, 2022 at 2:22 AM CDT|Updated: 14 minutes ago
CHICAGO (AP) — Authorities say three people were shot and wounded on Friday in a suburb west of Chicago.
The Chicago Sun-Times reported that police say a man was sitting in a parked car with a woman standing by his driver side window when both were struck with gunfire at about 10:15 p.m. in South Austin.
Police say the 34-year-old man was shot twice in the neck and taken to the hospital in critical condition while the 31-year-old woman was shot in the elbow and in good condition.
Authorities say a third person was also struck by gunfire and is in good condition.
No additional details about the shooting were immediately made available.
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CHELMSFORD, Mass., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Barkey Holding GmbH and its subsidiaries ("Barkey"), a leading provider of controlled rate thawing devices to medical, biotech and pharma industries. Barkey is headquartered in Leopoldshöhe, Germany.
Barkey has over four decades of expertise in the automated thawing of plasma, blood and stem cells and has more recently focused on cell and gene therapy (CGT) applications. Its key product lines are used for controlled rate thawing of cryopreserved samples and therapies. These products are used in R&D, clinical trials, GMP manufacturing and in hospitals. Barkey's plasmatherm product is an automated cell thawing device approved by the FDA as a medical device for clinical use.
Steve Schwartz, President and CEO of Azenta, commented, "Barkey will add innovative products and capabilities that extend our extensive cold chain of condition portfolio of products and services, while also expanding our customer reach in the fast-growing CGT space, with more than 100 CGT customers to date. The controlled rate thawing of cryopreserved products to maximize reproducibility and viability of the sample is a natural extension of our advanced cryogenic offerings."
The total cash purchase price for the acquisition will be approximately €80 million. The transaction is expected to close in early July upon satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
Co-owners Chris Barkey and Thomas Barkey, and COO Armin Nowack, who have led the company for over 20 years, will join Azenta and continue to lead the business as part of the Life Sciences Products segment. Barkey generated approximately €17 million in revenue over the last twelve months ending March 31st. The company expects the acquisition to be accretive to non-GAAP earnings immediately and to become accretive to GAAP-based earnings within the first year of ownership.
Some statements in this release are forward-looking statements made under Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees but involve risks and uncertainties, both known and unknown, that could cause Azenta's financial and business results to differ materially from our expectations. They are based on the facts known to management at the time they are made. These forward-looking statements include but are not limited to statements about the expected benefits of the pending acquisition of Barkey and the expected timing and probability of the completion of the acquisition. Factors that could cause results to differ from our expectations include the following: our ability to integrate Barkey's business, the satisfaction of the closing conditions of the acquisition, and other factors and other risks, including those that we have described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to our Annual Report on Form 10-K, current reports on Form 8-K and our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. As a result, we can provide no assurance that our future results will not be materially different from those projected. Azenta expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any such statement to reflect any change in our expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances on which any such statement is based. Azenta undertakes no obligation to update the information contained in this press release.
Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) is a leading provider of life sciences solutions worldwide, enabling impactful breakthroughs and therapies to market faster. Azenta provides a full suite of reliable cold-chain sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical research and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. As of December 1st, the company changed its name and ticker to Azenta, Inc. (Nasdaq: AZTA) from Brooks Automation, Inc, (Nasdaq: BRKS).
Azenta is headquartered in Chelmsford, MA, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, please visit www.azenta.com.
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The US Treasury Department on Tuesday sanctioned Russian President Vladimir Putin's reputed girlfriend as part of a series of measures targeting Russian elites in the Biden administration's latest attempt to punish the Kremlin for its ongoing war in Ukraine.
Alina Maratovna Kabaeva, who has been romantically linked to the Russian leader, was sanctioned "for being or having been a leader, official, senior executive officer, or member of the board of directors of the Government of the Russian Federation," a Treasury Department statement said.
That statement describes the 39-year-old Kabaeva as having "a close relationship to Putin." She is a former member of the State Duma "and is the current head of the National Media Group, a pro-Kremlin empire of television, radio, and print organizations."
In April, the Wall Street Journal reported that sanctioning Kabaeva was under consideration by the US, but there was concern that such a move would inflame tensions given her close proximity to Putin.
Kabaeva was previously sanctioned by the European Union and the United Kingdom.
In addition to Kabaeva, the Treasury Department announced sanctions against a number of other oligarchs, a major steel production company and two of its subsidiaries as well as a financial institution accused of running a sanctions evasion operation and its general director.
Separately, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced sanctions on three oligarchs, a Russian state-owned company overseen by the Ministry of Transportation, "four individuals and one entity illegitimately operating in Ukraine's territory in collaboration with Russia," and 24 Russian defense and technology-related entities.
The US is also imposing visa restrictions on 893 Russian Federation officials and "31 foreign government officials who have acted to support Russia's purported annexation of the Crimea region of Ukraine and thereby threatened or violated Ukraine's sovereignty," Blinken said.
Many of the designations announced by the US target oligarchs who were previously sanctioned by allies like the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and the European Union. They come as the war in Ukraine has entered its sixth month.
'Opulent lifestyles'
"As innocent people suffer from Russia's illegal war of aggression, Putin's allies have enriched themselves and funded opulent lifestyles," Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said in a statement. "The Treasury Department will use every tool at our disposal to make sure that Russian elites and the Kremlin's enablers are held accountable for their complicity in a war that has cost countless lives."
The oligarchs sanctioned by the State Department Tuesday are Andrey Igorevich Melnichenko, Alexander Anatolevich Ponomarenko, and Dmitry Aleksandrovich Pumpyanskiy. The yacht AXIOMA was identified as blocked property in which Pumpyanskiy has an interest, the State Department said in a fact sheet.
According to that fact sheet, Ponomarenko "is an oligarch with close ties to other oligarchs and the construction of Vladimir Putin's seaside palace" who has previously been sanctioned by the UK, EU, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
Among the oligarchs sanctioned by the Treasury Department Tuesday is Andrey Grigoryevich Guryev, the Russian billionaire founder of the chemical company "PhosAgro" and former government official described by the Treasury as "a known close associate" of Putin. He is also sanctioned by the UK, and according to the US Treasury, he "owns the Witanhurst estate, which is the second largest estate in London after Buckingham Palace."
The Treasury Department on Tuesday identified the yacht Alfa Nero, reportedly owned by AG Guryev, as blocked property.
AG Guryev's son, Andrey Andreevich Guryev, was also sanctioned by the US Tuesday, after previously being sanctioned by Australia, Canada, the European Union, Switzerland, and the UK, as was his investment firm Dzhi AI Invest OOO.
Natalya Valeryevna Popova was sanctioned "for operating or having operated in the technology sector of the Russian Federation economy, and for being or having been a leader, official, senior executive officer, or member of the board of directors of LLC VEB Ventures," which is a sanctioned entity. She was also sanctioned for being the wife of Kirill Aleksandrovich Dmitriev, the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF). Both he and the RDIF were sanctioned in the days following the start of the war.
The Joint Stock Company Promising Industrial and Infrastructure Technologies, "a financial institution owned by the Russian Federal Agency for State Property Management," and its General Director Anton Sergeevich Urusov were sanctioned Tuesday in relation to alleged sanctions evasion.
According to the Treasury Department, "JSC PPIT attempted to facilitate the circumvention of sanctions imposed on the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF)."
The Treasury Department sanctioned Publichnoe Aktsionernoe Obschestvo Magnitogorskiy Metallurgicheskiy Kombinat (MMK), described as "one of the world's largest steel producers," the chairman of its board of directors Viktor Filippovich Rashnikov -- who has also been sanctioned by Australia, Canada, the EU, Switzerland, and the UK -- and two of MMK's subsidiaries.
"MMK is one of Russia's largest taxpayers, providing a substantial source of revenue to the Government of the Russian Federation," the Treasury Department said. The agency has authorized a wind-down period for transactions with MMK and one of its subsidiaries.
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President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden on Sunday paid their respects to Queen Elizabeth II, visiting her coffin lying in state at London’s Westminster Hall and signing condolence books at Lancaster House.
The President on Sunday said the Queen was “the same in person as her image — decent, honorable and all about service.”
“We’ve had an opportunity to meet with an awful lot of consequential people. But I can say that the ones who stand out in your mind are those whose relationship and interaction with you are consistent with their reputation,” Biden said after signing a condolence book Sunday evening.
Biden, who has often spoken out his own losses, also expressed condolences to the Royal Family and the entire United Kingdom, saying, “It’s a loss that leaves a giant hole, and sometimes you’ll think you’ll never overcome it. But as I’ve told the King, she’s going to be with him every step of the way.”
Biden said the Queen reminded him of his late mother because of her mannerisms, saying, “She had that look, like, ‘Are you okay? Is there anything I can do for you? What do you need?’ Also, ‘Make sure you’re doing what you’re supposed to do.’”
Biden took his time signing a lengthy message in the condolence book. Jill Biden signed a separate condolence book for leader spouses at Lancaster House, writing, in part, “Queen Elizabeth II lived her life for the people she served with wisdom and grace. We will never forget her warmth, kindness, and the conversations we shared.”
The Bidens were joined earlier during their visit to Westminster Hall by Jane Hartley, the US ambassador to the UK. The President was seen making the sign of the cross.
The Bidens are also attending a reception on Sunday at Buckingham Palace for visiting foreign leaders hosted by Britain’s new king, Charles III.
The President arrived in London late Saturday for a two-day visit honoring the long-reigning monarch, whom he says “defined an era.”
Biden is joining leaders from dozens of other nations to pay their respects to the late sovereign, whom he met last year and declared afterward reminded him of his own mother.
For Biden, it is a moment to reflect on a monarch who embodied a commitment to public service and whose life charted the major historical events of the last 100 years.
Biden and the Queen first met in 1982, when as a young senator, Biden’s own Irish American mother instructed him: “Don’t you bow down to her.”
He didn’t bow down then, or when he met the Queen as president last year while attending a Group of 7 summit in England. But his respect for a woman whose constancy on the world stage over the last century was unparalleled has been plain.
“She was a great lady. We’re so delighted we got to meet her,” Biden said on the day that she died.
The Queen’s surprise decision last year to travel to the Cornish coast to meet world leaders at the G7 summit was a signal of her desire to remain engaged in global affairs.
Later that week, when she hosted Biden and the first lady for tea at Windsor Castle, she inquired about two authoritarian leaders, Presidents Xi Jinping of China and Vladimir Putin of Russia, the President told reporters afterward.
“She had such curiosity. She wanted to know all about American politics, what was happening. So, she put us at ease,” Jill Biden said recently in an interview with NBC.
At Sunday evening’s reception, Biden is seeing Charles for the first time since he became King. The two men have met previously and spoke last week by phone.
As Prince of Wales, Charles was a passionate campaigner for certain issues Biden has also championed, including combating climate change. It remains to be seen how involved the new King will be on those issues going forward.
Relatively close in age — Charles is 73, Biden is 79 — the two men have a shared experience of being in the public eye for decades before assuming their current roles as heads of state.
On his call with the King, Biden “conveyed the great admiration of the American people for the Queen, whose dignity and constancy deepened the enduring friendship and special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom,” the White House said. “President Biden conveyed his wish to continue a close relationship with the King.”
Security in the British capital is at its highest level in memory as Biden and dozens of other world leaders convene to remember the late Queen, who met 13 sitting US presidents during her reign.
White House aides have declined to provide specific security details for the President’s visit but say they are working well with their British counterparts to ensure the demands of presidential security are met.
Plans for the Queen’s funeral have been in place for years, allowing US advisers greater insight into precisely what will happen over the coming days as they make security arrangements. The White House said it received an invitation only for the President and first lady, making for a slimmed-down American footprint.
Biden traveled with his national security adviser, communications director and other personal aides aboard Air Force One to London.
When reports emerged last week that world leaders would be required to ride on a bus to the funeral, US officials were skeptical and shot down the suggestion Biden that would travel to Westminster Abbey in a coach.
In 2018, when other world leaders traveled together in a bus to a World War I memorial in Paris, then-US President Donald Trump traveled separately in his own vehicle. The White House explained at the time that the separate trip was “due to security protocols.”
The Queen’s death came at a moment of economic and political turmoil for the United Kingdom. A new prime minister, Liz Truss, entered office after months of uncertainty following the decision of her predecessor, Boris Johnson, to step down.
Truss invited several visiting world leaders to meet individually at 10 Downing Street this weekend. In the role for only a little more than a week, it will be Truss’ first time meeting face to face with many of her foreign counterparts.
While her office initially said Biden would be among the leaders visiting Downing Street, it was later announced that Truss and the President would meet for formal bilateral talks on Wednesday on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
A host of issues are currently testing the US-UK “special relationship,” which has been heralded repeatedly in the days since the Queen’s death.
It was only two days after Truss traveled to Balmoral Castle in Scotland to formally accept the Queen’s appointment as prime minister that the long-reigning monarch passed away. Since then, the country has been in a formal period of mourning.
Truss inherited a deep economic crisis, fueled by high inflation and soaring energy costs, that has led to fears the UK could soon enter a prolonged recession. The challenges have been aggravated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which has caused volatility in oil and gas markets.
While few in the Biden administration shed tears at Johnson’s resignation — Biden once described him as the “physical and emotional clone” of Trump — the US and the UK were deeply aligned in their approach to Russia under his leadership.
White House officials expect that cooperation will continue under Truss, even as she comes under pressure to ease economic pressures at home.
Less certain, however, is whether Truss’s hard-line approach to Brexit will sour relations with Biden. The President has taken a personal interest in the particular issue of the Northern Ireland Protocol, a post-Brexit arrangement that requires extra checks on goods moving between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK.
The rules were designed to keep the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland open and avoid a return to sectarian violence. But Truss has moved to rewrite those rules, causing deep anxiety in both Brussels and Washington.
Biden, who makes frequent references to his Irish ancestry, has made his views clear on the issue, even though it does not directly involve the United States. Congressional Democrats have similarly expressed concern over any steps that could reignite the Northern Ireland conflict.
In their first phone call as counterparts earlier this month, Biden raised the matter with Truss, according to the White House. A US readout of their conversation said they discussed a “shared commitment to protecting the gains of the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement and the importance of reaching a negotiated agreement with the European Union on the Northern Ireland Protocol.”
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NEW YORK, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of IonQ, Inc..
Shareholders who purchased shares of IONQ during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: March 30, 2021 to May 2, 2022
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) IonQ had not yet developed a 32-qubit quantum computer; (2) the Company's 11-qubit quantum computer suffered from significant error rates, rendering it useless; (3) IonQ's quantum the computer is not sufficiently reliable, so it is not accessible despite being available through major cloud providers; (4) a significant portion of IonQ's revenue was derived from improper roundtripping transactions with related parties; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were the materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
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IRVING, Texas, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FleetPride, Inc., the nation's largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service in the independent heavy duty aftermarket, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Keystone Spring Service, family owned by brothers Greg and Jason Valant. Founded in 1973 by their father and grandfather, Edward Valant Jr. and Edward Valant Sr., along with Chuck Haugh, Keystone Spring Service has provided specialized parts and services in suspension, wheel end, driveline, hydraulics, as well as being a full truck parts source in both Pittsburgh and Portersville, Pennsylvania for over 49 years.
"FleetPride brings opportunities in many ways to our company. They instantly give us a major upgrade in technology and eCommerce," said Greg Valant. "They also offer tremendous opportunities to our staff for advancement in their careers."
Now a part of FleetPride, Keystone Spring Service customers in the greater Pittsburgh area will have access to the industry's broadest assortment of heavy duty aftermarket inventory and the purchasing power of FleetPride, while working with the same parts and service experts they have come to know and trust over the last 49 years at Keystone Spring Service.
"It is a pleasure to welcome the Keystone Spring Service team to FleetPride," said Mike Harris, FleetPride senior vice president of sales and operations. "The Valant family has built and developed a first-class team that is focused on customer service and a strong culture for employees which makes this a great fit. I'm proud to say the Valant family chose FleetPride in this process, and we look forward to helping our new team members grow the parts and service solutions they can offer to customers, including our industry leading e-commerce platform."
Employees of Keystone Spring Service now have additional growth opportunities under the FleetPride name. With a focus on learning and development, FleetPride offers several programs such as FleetPride Tech University, expanded employee benefits, and more.
FleetPride's national parts and service operations continue to grow. If you are interested in learning more about how to become part of the FleetPride network, please visit FleetPride.com/acquisitions for more details.
Headquartered in Irving, TX, FleetPride is the nation's largest distributor of truck and trailer parts and service in the independent heavy duty aftermarket. FleetPride's sophisticated network of 300+ locations, which includes 70+ service centers and 5 distribution centers means customers get the parts and services they need, when and where they need them. Customers can click, talk, chat or visit with FleetPride's team of 3,900 experts empowered and motivated to solve problems and create tailored solutions for each customer's unique needs.
To find your local FleetPride branch or service center, or to cross-reference, search, and shop for parts by VIN, visit the new www.fleetpride.com.
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DALLAS, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunoco LP (NYSE: SUN) ("SUN" or the "Partnership") today announced that its 2021 Schedule K-3 reflecting items of international tax relevance is available online. Unitholders requiring this information may access their Schedules K-3 at www.taxpackagesupport.com/sunocolp.
A limited number of unitholders (primarily foreign unitholders, unitholders computing a foreign tax credit on their tax return and certain corporate and/or partnership unitholders) may need the detailed information disclosed on Schedule K-3 for their specific reporting requirements. To the extent Schedule K-3 is applicable to your federal income tax return filing needs, we encourage you to review the information contained on this form and refer to the appropriate federal laws and guidance or consult with your tax advisor.
To receive an electronic copy of your Schedule K-3 via email, unitholders may call Tax Package Support toll free at (844) 289-8131.
Sunoco LP (NYSE: SUN) is a master limited partnership with core operations that include the distribution of motor fuel to approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers and distributors located in more than 40 U.S. states and territories as well as refined product transportation and terminalling assets. SUN's general partner is owned by Energy Transfer LP (NYSE: ET).
The information contained in this press release is available on our website at www.SunocoLP.com
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The national average price for regular gasoline is $4.52 per gallon—down 15 cents in the last week, according to AAA data from Monday, July 18. This consistent decline is driven by lower global oil demand and lower crude prices. At home, people are driving less, while gasoline stocks increase.
According to the Energy Information Administration, demand for gas dropped from 9.41 million barrels per day to 8.06 million b/d last week, while gasoline stocks increased by nearly 6 million barrels week-over-week.
In pockets of the U.S., primarily in the south, gas prices have dipped below the $4 per gallon benchmark. According to a CNN analysis of OPIS data, 61% of gas stations in South Carolina and Texas are selling gas for less than $4 a gallon; in Georgia and Mississippi, more than half of all surveyed gas stations are posting similarly low prices.
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Texas. Gas prices are as of July 18. The state gas tax data is from World Population Review. Connecticut and New York have temporarily suspended gas taxes to help consumers while the cost of gas has increased.
Texas by the numbers
– Gas current price: $4.03
– Week change: -$0.20 (-4.6%)
– Year change: +$1.19 (+41.9%)
– Gas tax: $0.20 per gallon (#42 highest among all states)
– Historical expensive gas price: $4.70 (6/15/22)
– Diesel current price: $4.95
– Week change: -$0.11 (-2.2%)
– Year change: +$1.99 (+67.1%)
– Historical expensive diesel price: $5.33 (6/19/22)
Metros with most expensive gas in Texas
#1. College Station-Bryan: $4.16
#2. El Paso: $4.14
#3. Wichita Falls: $4.10
#4. Midland: $4.10
#5. Victoria: $4.10
#6. Beaumont-Port Arthur: $4.08
#7. Texarkana (TX only): $4.08
#8. Houston: $4.07
#9. Odessa: $4.06
#10. Austin-San Marcos: $4.04
#11. Lubbock: $4.04
#12. Galveston-Texas City: $4.04
#13. Longview: $4.04
#14. Amarillo: $4.01
#15. Dallas: $3.99
#16. San Angelo: $3.98
#17. Fort Worth-Arlington: $3.97
#18. San Antonio: $3.96
#19. Tyler: $3.95
#20. Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood: $3.94
#21. Waco: $3.88
#22. Abilene: $3.88
#23. Sherman-Denison: $3.81
#24. Corpus Christi: $3.80
#25. Brownsville-Harlingen: $3.75
#26. McAllen-Edinburg-Mission: $3.74
#27. Laredo: $3.67
States with the most expensive gas
#1. California: $5.90
#2. Hawaii: $5.60
#3. Alaska: $5.35
States with the least expensive gas
#1. South Carolina: $4.02
#2. Texas: $4.03
#3. Georgia: $4.04
States with the highest gas tax per gallon
#1. Pennsylvania: $0.59
#2. California: $0.53
#3. Washington: $0.52
States with the lowest gas tax per gallon
#1. Alaska: $0.0895
#2. Hawaii: $0.16
#3. Virginia: $0.162 | https://cw33.com/news/local/how-gas-prices-have-changed-in-texas-in-the-last-week-9/ | 2022-07-19T16:24:24Z |
Gabby Petito’s mother files wrongful death lawsuit against Brian Laundrie’s estate
By Paradise Afshar, CNN
Nichole Schmidt, the mother of Gabby Petito, has taken legal action against the estate of Brian Laundrie, by filing a complaint in Sarasota County Friday, in which she asks for monetary compensation for the “wrongful death” of her daughter.
According to the lawsuit, Petito and Laundrie, who had been her fiancé, left New York in July to take a cross-country trip, during which Petito hoped to become a travel influencer by documenting the details of their journey on social media. Petito was in constant contact with her parents and sibling during the trip, the suit said, and their last communication with them was on August 27.
Petito’s remains were found in Teton County, Wyoming, in September, a little more than a week after her family reported her missing. The 22-year-old woman died by strangulation, the coroner ruled. Laundrie returned to the couple’s home on September 1 by himself, left again roughly two weeks later and disappeared.
Laundrie’s remains were later found in a Florida nature preserve and a medical examiner ruled he died by suicide. Nearby, authorities found a notebook in which they said Laundrie claimed responsibility for Petito’s death.
“As a direct and proximate consequence of Brian Laundrie’s tortious conduct, Nichole Schmidt and Joseph Petito incurred funeral and burial expenses, and they have suffered a loss of care and comfort, and have suffered a loss of probable future companionship, society and comfort,” the suit said.
Schmidt is asking for a trial by jury, and although the lawsuit does not list a specific monetary amount, it does ask for “damages which exceed $30,000.”
The Laundrie family’s attorney downplayed the suit in an email to CNN on Saturday.
“The filing of the wrongful death lawsuit by the Petito family was fully expected. This lawsuit will most likely not be defended and the Petitos will have gained nothing more than a piece of paper that tells them what everyone already knows, which is that Brian was responsible for Gabby’s death as indicated by the FBI,” Steven P. Bertolino, an attorney who represents the Laundrie family, told CNN.
CNN has reached out to Schmidt’s attorney but did not hear back Saturday.
Petito’s family also has filed a lawsuit against Christopher and Roberta Laundrie, alleging they knew their son Brian murdered Gabby Petito and were working to help him flee the country, CNN previously reported. In an email in response to the earlier lawsuit, Bertolino said he was confident the case would be dismissed.
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CAESAREA, Israel, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Max Stock Limited (TASE: MAXO) (the "Company") today announced it will host a conference call on May 31, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time / 3:30 p.m. IL to discuss its first quarter 2022 results.
Ori Max, Founder & CEO, Talia Sessler, Chief Corporate Development and IR Officer and Nir Dagan, CFO, will host the call followed by Q&A.
There will be a slide presentation that accompanies the call. The slides and audio will be accessible through a live webcast at https://ir.maxstock.co.il/en/event-en/. Investors and analysts interested in participating in the call are also invited to dial (877) 407-9716 (US) or (201) 493-6779 (international) and entering the conference identification number: 13730079.
An archived webcast of the conference call will be available at https://ir.maxstock.co.il/en/presentation-en/. A telephonic replay of the conference call will be available until June 7, 2022, by dialing (844) 512-2921 (US) or (412) 317-6671 (international) and entering the conference identification number: 13730079.
About Max Stock
Max Stock is Israel's leading extreme value retailer, currently present in 55 locations throughout Israel. We offer a broad assortment of quality products for customers' everyday needs at affordable prices, helping customers "Dream Big, Pay Small". For more information, please visit https://ir.maxstock.co.il.
This is an English translation of segments of a Hebrew immediate report that was published on May 17th, 2022 (Ref. No: 2022-01-048390) (hereinafter: the "Hebrew Version"). This English version is only for convenience purposes. This is not an official translation and has no binding force. In the event of any discrepancy between the Hebrew Version and this translation, the Hebrew Version shall prevail.
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Talia Sessler,
Chief Corporate Development and IR Officer
talia@maxstock.co.il
Ifat Nir Katz,
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
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DUBAI, UAE, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's most trusted digital asset trading exchange, XT.COM is overwhelmed to announce that it is expanding its crypto listing scoop to list Healium (HLM) token in its Innovation Zone (Metaverse) with USDT trading pair on June 1, 2022, at 09:00 (UTC).
Healium (HLM) is a Solana-based cryptocurrency that safely keeps and manages individuals' genetic data. HLM functions as a native currency that facilitates transactions within Healium's ecosystem of crypto services. Similar to fiat, HLM tokens can be used to pay for goods and services within the Healium platform.
Listed on XT.COM as HLM/USDT, users are encouraged to start depositing their crypto holdings in preparation for trading. The Healium token listing represents a remarkable innovation and an opportunity for everyone who uses the Healium token to buy and sell HLM/USDT seamlessly on XT.COM, thereby pushing HLM token mainstream adoption.
More so, this is an opportunity for XT.COM users to trade HLM token for the first time on the platform. Withdrawal section will be open for everyone on XT.COM on June 2, 2022, at 09:00 UTC. This portrays that, after trading HLM/USDT, users will be able to transfer their earnings without any difficulties.
XT.COM pledges not to list just any token under the sun on its platform but it's well-positioned to list only the best selection of cryptocurrencies that have potential use cases.
Anisor, the Global CMO of XT.COM stated, "We are all set to list the Healium (HLM) token in the Innovation Zone (Metaverse) on XT.COM. We will never stop building XT.COM's crypto ecosystem with a continuous token listing. On behalf of XT.COM, we applaud and welcome the HLM token to be listed on our platform and it's our pleasure to help users trade seamlessly."
About Healium Token (HLM)
Healium (HLM) is a blockchain that safely and reliably stores and manages high-value personal information such as an individual's genetic data. Healium predicts preventable diseases in advance and provides personalized healthcare solutions based on your DTC gene analysis. Through this, Healium wants to establish an ecosystem in which tokens are rewarded through a system where individuals can choose and manage their consent to use data for genetic analysis results.
Beyond Healthcare 3.0, which prevents diseases in advance, we open the era of healthcare 4.0 fused with Bio-Metaverse. Through Healium Bio-Metaverse, Healium provides a platform for you to enjoy various contents such as smart healthcare, shopping, leisure, education, games, and performances etc. Furthermore, you can use Healium coin as a means of payment within the platform.
Healium Metaverse, based on genetic analysis, is the world's first smart healthcare platform. You can now receive healthcare services in a virtual space known as Bio-Metaverse developed by Healium. What in fact makes Healium Metaverse different from online gaming platforms is that, here in the Metaverse social, economic, and cultural activities are also possible. Healium Metaverse is a platform that combines the physical world and the virtual world. Non-Fungible Token also known as (NFT) uses blockchain technology to verify the actual owner, and is used to authenticate the originality and ownership of data.
About XT.COM
Established in 2018, XT.COM is the world's first social infused digital assets trading platform, headquartered in Dubai. It has multiple operation centers across the globe including Singapore and Seoul. With 3+ million registered users, over 300,000+ monthly active users, and 30+ million users in the ecosystem, XT.COM strives to cater to its large user base by providing a safe and easy trading experience. The platform currently supports 500+ high-quality currencies and 800+ trading pairs which are accessible to the entire global crypto market.
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The chairman of a congressional committee is asking the CEO of a Georgia firearms manufacturer, whose company makes AR-15-style assault weapons, to testify at an upcoming hearing on the industry’s role in the spike in gun violence in America.
ATLANTA -- The chairman of a congressional committee is asking the CEO of a Georgia firearms manufacturer to testify at an upcoming hearing on the industry’s role in the spike in gun violence in America.
“I am deeply troubled that gun manufacturers continue to profit from the sale of weapons of war, including AR-15-style assault rifles that were used by a white supremacist to murder 10 people in Buffalo, N.Y., and in the massacre of 19 children and two teachers in Uvalde, Texas,” U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform, wrote July 6 in a letter to Marty Daniel, CEO of Bryan County-based Daniel Defense. “Products sold by your company have been used for decades to carry out homicides and even mass murders, yet your company has continued to market assault weapons to civilians.”
Maloney’s letter also cited the July 4 mass shooting at an Independence Day parade in Highland Park, Ill., that left seven people dead and wounded dozens more.
The House committee launched an investigation into firearms manufacturers in late May following the shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde. Media reports have indicated Daniel Defense made the AR-15 used in the Uvalde killings.
The panel’s first hearing last month included gruesome testimony from survivors of the recent mass shootings and law enforcement officials who investigated the crimes.
Shortly after the June hearing, Congress passed the first federal gun restrictions in decades, legislation requiring enhanced background checks for buyers under the age of 21, providing federal grants for states willing to enact “red flag” laws that better screen would-be gun purchasers, and increasing penalties for gun traffickers.
“This law is an important step, but it does not ban assault weapons or implement other safety solutions that the gun industry has lobbied aggressively to prevent,” Maloney wrote.
Maloney also sent letters inviting the CEOs of Smith & Wesson and Sturm, Ruger & Company to testify at the next hearing, set for July 20.
It is unclear whether Daniel will testify. The company did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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NRA speakers unshaken on gun rights after school massacre
HOUSTON (AP) — One by one, they took the stage at the National Rifle Association’s annual convention in Houston and denounced the massacre of 19 students and two teachers at an elementary school across the state. And one by one, they insisted that further restricting access to firearms was not the answer to preventing future tragedies.
“The existence of evil in our world is not a reason to disarm law-abiding citizens,” said former President Donald Trump, who was among the Republicans who lined up to speak before the gun rights lobbying group Friday as thousands of protesters angry about gun violence demonstrated outside.
“The existence of evil is one of the very best reasons to arm law-abiding citizens,” he said Friday.
The gathering came just three days after the shooting in Uvalde and as the nation grappled with revelations that students trapped inside a classroom with the gunman repeatedly called 911 during the attack — one pleading “Please send the police now” — as officers waited in the hallway for more than 45 minutes.
The NRA had said that convention attendees would “reflect on” the shooting at the event and “pray for the victims, recognize our patriotic members and pledge to redouble our commitment to making our schools secure.”
The meeting was the first for the troubled organization since 2019, following a two-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization has been trying to regroup following a period of serious legal and financial turmoil that included a failed bankruptcy effort, a class-action lawsuit and a fraud investigation by New York’s attorney general. Once among the most powerful political organizations in the country, the NRA has seen its influence wane following a significant drop in political spending.
Wayne LaPierre, the group’s embattled chief executive, opened the program with remarks bemoaning the “21 beautiful lives ruthlessly and indiscriminately extinguished by a criminal monster.”
Still, he said that “restricting the fundamental human rights of law-abiding Americans to defend themselves is not the answer. It never has been.”
Later, several hundred people in the auditorium stood and bowed their heads in a moment of silence for the victims of the shooting. Several thousand people were inside the auditorium during the speeches, which appeared fewer than the number gathered outside. Many seats were empty.
Trump accused Democrats of trying to exploit the tragedy and demonizing gun owners.
“When Joe Biden blamed the gun lobby he was talking about Americans like you,” Trump said, referring to the president’s emotional plea in a national address asking, “When in God’s name are we going to stand up to the gun lobby?”
Trump called for overhauling school security and the nation’s approach to mental health, telling the group every school building should have a single point of entry, strong exterior fencing, metal detectors and hardened classroom doors and every school should have a police officer or armed guard on duty at all times. He also called yet again for trained teachers to be able to carry concealed weapons in the classroom.
He and other speakers overlooked the security upgrades that were already in place at the elementary school and did not stop the gunman, who entered the building through a back door that had been propped open.
According to a district safety plan, Uvalde schools have a wide range of safety measures in place. The district had four police officers and four support counselors, according to the plan, which appears to be dated from the 2019-20 school year. It also had software to monitor social media for threats and software to screen school visitors.
Security experts say the Uvalde case illustrates how fortifying schools can backfire. A lock on the classroom door, for instance — one of the most basic and widely recommended school safety measures — kept victims in and police out.
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, who, like Trump, is considered a potential presidential candidate in 2024, railed against Democrats’ calls for universal background checks for gun purchases and bans of assault-style weapons and instead pointed to broken families, declining church attendance, social media bullying and video games as the real problems.
“Tragedies like the event of this week are a mirror forcing us to ask hard questions, demanding that we see where our culture is failing,” he said. “We must not react to evil and tragedy by abandoning the Constitution or infringing on the rights of our law-abiding citizens.”
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, another potential presidential contender, said calls to further restrict gun access are “all about control and it is garbage. I’m not buying it for a second and you shouldn’t, either.”
Some scheduled speakers and performers backed out of the event, including several Texas lawmakers and “American Pie” singer Don McLean, who said “it would be disrespectful” to go ahead with his act after the country’s latest mass shooting. Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday morning that he had decided not to speak at an event breakfast after “prayerful consideration and discussion with NRA officials.”
“While a strong supporter of the Second Amendment and an NRA member, I would not want my appearance today to bring any additional pain or grief to the families and all those suffering in Uvalde,” he wrote in a statement.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, who was to attend, addressed the convention by prerecorded video instead.
Outside the convention hall, protesters gathered in a park where police set up metal barriers — some holding crosses with photos of the Uvalde shooting victims.
“Murderers!” some yelled in Spanish. “Shame on you!” others shouted at attendees.
Among the protesters was singer Little Joe, of the popular Tejano band Little Joe y La Familia, who said in the more than 60 years he’s spent touring the world, no other country he’s been to has faced as many mass shootings as the U.S.
“Of course, this is the best country in the world,” he said. “But what good does it do us if we can’t protect lives, especially of our children?”
Democrat Beto O’Rourke, who is challenging Abbott in the governor’s race, ticked off a list of previous school shootings and called on those attending the convention to “join us to make sure that this no longer happens in this country.”
While Biden and Democrats in Congress have renewed calls for stricter gun laws after the Uvalde shooting, NRA board members and others attending the conference dismissed talk of banning or limiting access to firearms.
Samuel Thornburg, 43, a maintenance worker for Southwest Airlines in Houston who was attending the NRA meeting, said: “Guns are not evil. It’s the people that are committing the crime that are evil. Our schools need to be more locked. There need to be more guards.”
There is precedent for the NRA to gather during local mourning and controversy. The organization went ahead with a shortened version of its 1999 meeting in Denver roughly a week after the deadly shooting at Columbine High School in Colorado.
Texas has experienced a series of mass shootings in recent years. During that time, the Republican-led Legislature and governor have relaxed gun laws.
Most U.S. adults think that mass shootings would occur less often if guns were harder to get and believe schools and other public places have become less safe than they were two decades ago, polling finds.
Many specific measures that would curb access to guns or ammunition also get majority support. A May AP-NORC poll found, for instance, that 51% of U.S. adults favor a nationwide ban on the sale of AR-15 rifles and similar semiautomatic weapons. But the numbers are highly partisan, with 75% percent of Democrats agreeing versus just 27% of Republicans.
Though personal firearms are allowed at the convention, guns were not permitted during the session featuring Trump because of Secret Service security protocols.
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Colvin reported from New York. Associated Press writer David A. Lieb contributed from Jefferson City, Missouri.
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BRAINTREE, Mass., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MIB Group Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce the re-election of its Chairman of the Board for 2022-2023, the election of its new Vice Chair and two new Directors, and the re-election of three incumbent Directors. MIB's Board is composed of 11 independent directors, and one internal director, MIB's President and Chief Executive Officer.
Effective with MIB's May 20th Board Meeting, Bruce K. Baude, Chief Operations and Technology Officer of CNO Financial Group, Inc. will be re-appointed Chairman. Sarah J. VanBeck, Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller of Athene will begin her service as Vice Chair. Gregory A. Linde, retired Senior Vice President – Individual Life of Principal Financial Group who served as Vice Chair in 2021-2022 will be retiring from the Board along with Director Jill Rebman, retired Vice President of Professional Services, John Hancock Life Insurance.
Newly elected to a three-year term on the MIB Board of Directors this May are Karen M. Phelan, Vice President, Underwriting Strategy & Innovation, PartnerRe North America Life and Monica Suryapranata, Managing Director & Controller, Retail and Institutional Annuities, New York Life Insurance Company. Re-elected to a second three-year term on the MIB Board are Michael C. S. Fosbury, President and Chief Executive Officer of Columbian Mutual Life Insurance Company, who will also continue to serve as Immediate Past Chair, and David Chadwick, Executive Vice President, Underwriting & Claims, Primerica Life Insurance Company. Re-elected to a third term is Dean A. Del Vecchio, Chief Information and Operations Officer, The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. MIB's other Directors who will continue to sit on the Board include Mary J. Bahna-Nolan, Senior Vice President & Chief Actuary, Pacific Life Insurance Company; Dr. Gina Guzman, Vice President and Chief Medical Director, Munich Re, U.S. (Life); James E. Hohmann, President, CEO and Director, Vericity Holdings; Harold B. Rojas, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, The Baltimore Life Companies; and Brian Winikoff, President and CEO of MIB.
"MIB's Board includes a diverse group of highly experienced and well-respected leaders who have been remarkably engaged and supportive of MIB as we continue to pursue our transformative growth strategy," said Winikoff. "The insights, guidance and support provided by the Board has been invaluable and I want to thank all of our Board members for their engagement and service to MIB and the industry." He continued, "I would also like to thank Bruce Baude for his continuing leadership as he enters his second term as our Chairman and extend our thanks and best wishes to retiring Board members Greg Linde and Jill Rebman for their valued service."
"It is both my pleasure and privilege to stay on to serve a second term as Chairman of the MIB Board," said Baude. "Over the past two years MIB has enhanced the value the company provides to its members and the life insurance industry by bringing new and innovative solutions to the market that address common challenges, while enhancing the legacy services that members rely on. I look forward to continuing to work with the Board and MIB's leadership team to build on their strong foundation and continue to advance MIB's positive impact on the industry."
Bruce Baude joined the MIB Board in 2019 and will continue to serve for a second term as Chairman in 2022-2023. He is Chief Operations and Technology Officer of CNO Financial Group, Inc., providing strategic leadership over CNO's operations and IT functions. Prior to joining CNO, Mr. Baude was Chief Operating Officer at Univita Health and served as Chief Executive Officer of LTCG, the industry's largest third-party administrator for long-term care insurance. Immediately prior, he was President and Chief Executive Officer of ProCard, Inc., a subsidiary of global payments processor TSYS. Mr. Baude was previously with Bank One Corporation, where he held various roles including Chief Executive of Banc One Financial Card Services, a third-party payments processing company. He serves on both the National Board as well as the Greater Indiana Chapter Board of the Alzheimer's Association.
Sarah VanBeck, CPA, FLMI joined the MIB board in 2020 and will serve as its new Vice Chairman in 2022-2023. She is Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller for Athene. Before joining Athene in 2021, her previous roles included Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for National Life Group, and Senior Vice President, Life & Retirement Controller at AIG, where she joined the industry in 1992 and served in financial reporting, accounting policy and divisional controllership roles.
Karen Phelan, FLMI, AALU will begin her term on the MIB Board in May 2022. She is Vice President, Underwriting Strategy & Innovation for PartnerRe's US Life business, responsible for strategy, business development and innovation in underwriting and related functions to build and support value-added partnerships with life carriers. She joined PartnerRe in December of 2018. With over 30 years of experience in underwriting and operations, Ms. Phelan was previously senior director of life insurance strategy at LexisNexis Risk Solutions, a leading provider of data solutions to the insurance industry and Corporate Vice President, New Business and Underwriting at MassMutual, a top 10 life insurance carrier. She has spoken at numerous industry conferences and served on industry committees, including the Association of Home Office Underwriters (AHOU) program committee, Metropolitan Underwriters Discussion Group (MUD) board, LIMRA's Strategy and Innovation Committee, and the American Council of Life Insurance (ACLI) Innovation Subcommittee and is a past member of MIB's advisory council.
Monica Suryapranata will also begin her term on the MIB Board in May 2022. She is Managing Director and Controller for Retail and Institutional Annuities for New York Life, responsible for all accounting and financial reporting activities for the individual and group annuities retirement business for the company. Prior to joining New York Life, Ms. Suryapranata was Vice President & Variable Annuity Product Controller of AIG SunAmerica Life Companies, responsible for all reporting and analysis related to the variable annuity segment. Earlier in her career, she held various leadership roles in finance and accounting at Transamerica Financial Advisors and KPMG. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a founding member of the Asian Women Leadership in Philanthropy Fund housed at the Asian Pacific Community Fund.
About MIB
MIB Group Holdings, Inc. is the insurance industry's most trusted and secure partner for data, insights and digital solutions that support underwriting and actuarial decision making and improve industry efficiencies. With deep connections to the life insurance companies who are its members, and a sole focus on improving the insurance industry, MIB is uniquely positioned to provide data-driven solutions that address common industry challenges and enable clients to gain efficiencies, manage their risks, and grow profitably. MIB Group Holdings, Inc. provides services through its wholly owned operating subsidiaries, MIB, LLC, MIB Services, LLC and MIB Solutions, LLC. For more information, visit www.mibgroup.com.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Texas Sen. Ted Cruz endorsed former Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel on Monday in the heated Republican primary for an open U.S. Senate seat, a potentially critical campaign boost just as early voting is set to begin in the Midwestern battleground.
Cruz’s decision could be particularly valuable among conservative voters in the absence of an endorsement in the race by Donald Trump, who has yet to weigh in despite candidates working hard to woo him — and he may not.
Cruz, who sought the GOP presidential nomination in 2016 that Trump won and may run again in 2024, is one of the highest-profile Republicans in the Senate. He and Mandel share an affinity for trying to exploit cultural divisions for political gain.
Polling shows Cleveland investment banker Mike Gibbons slightly edging Mandel at the top of the crowded GOP field vying to replace retiring Republican Sen. Rob Portman. Also running in the May 3 primary are former state Republican chair Jane Timken, author and venture capitalist J.D. Vance, state Sen. Matt Dolan and entrepreneurs Mark Pukita and Neil Patel.
Early voting begins Tuesday.
In a statement to The Associated Press, Cruz said he chose Mandel because he will stand up to “radical democrats” who want to exploit crises facing the nation “to deliver socialism to America.”
“A United States Marine, Josh is a proven fighter for our American way of life, a champion for the unborn, and a stalwart advocate for our religious liberties,” Cruz said.
In an interview, Mandel said that if he is elected, he looks forward to “being reinforcements for conservative fighters like Ted Cruz.”
“As we’ve seen in his 10 years in the Senate, he takes on squishy establishment Republicans just as fast as he takes on leftist Democrats,” Mandel said. “Because for Ted, and for me, this is not about (a) Republican vs. Democrat, shirts vs. skins type game. This is about standing up for the Constitution, for traditional American values, and saving the country for our kids and grandkids.”
Cruz has made a series of endorsements in this year’s primaries as he looks to the future. For the Senate, he is backing businessman David McCormick in Pennsylvania and Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt.
The conservative group Club for Growth helped elect Cruz in 2012 in a competitive race and it’s working this year to put Mandel in office. President David McIntosh said the group’s polling shows Gibbons and Mandel neck and neck.
“One of the things we’ve seen is, probably second to Trump, an endorsement from Ted Cruz signals the person he’s endorsing is a true believer and a fighter for the things they believe in,” he said.
Mandel has also been endorsed by North Carolina Rep. Madison Cawthorn, who has received criticism from a larger swath of Republicans for recent comments, including one in which he called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy a “thug.” Utah Sen. Mike Lee, a conservative ally of Cruz, is also supporting Mandel.
Vance has the backing of Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley and Reps. Jim Banks of Indiana and Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia. Gibbons has the support of Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul.
Portman endorsed Timkenin February, as did former Trump adviser Kellyanne Conway. Timken also has the support of Sens. Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia, Joni Ernst of Iowa and Deb Fischer of Nebraska.
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Colvin reported from New York. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/cruz-endorses-josh-mandel-in-ohios-crowded-senate-primary/ | 2022-04-04T13:40:57Z |
T Russell Reitz Animal Shelter hosted Petpalooza
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - The T Russell Reitz Animal Shelter hosted their Petpalooza Saturday August 20th at the Manhattan city pool. On a hot summer day everyone and their dogs were invited to end the summer with one last bash before they close down the pool. This is a great way for the animal shelter to host a fun event while trying to raise donations for the shelter.
The volunteer event coordinator for the shelter, Kaitlyn Gebhardt, says its a great way to get people out and enjoy the pool one last time. “This is something we host every year and it’s a great money earner and a good time for the dogs,” said Gebhardt.
The shelter will use any of the donations received for various projects that they need done around the shelter.
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This story is part of a KXAN series of reports called “Stop Mass Shootings,” providing context and exploring solutions surrounding gun violence in the wake of the deadly Uvalde school shooting. We want our reports to be a resource for Texans, as well as for lawmakers who are convening a month after the events in Uvalde to discuss how the state should move forward. Explore all “Stop Mass Shootings” stories by clicking here.
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A Texas Senate committee will meet Tuesday to hear from the public for the first time regarding school safety, police training and social media nearly a month after the Uvalde school shooting.
On May 24, 19 students and two teachers were shot and killed by an 18-year-old gunman at Robb Elementary School. Law enforcement has been scrutinized in the aftermath of the shooting, after it was revealed authorities inside the school waited about an hour before breaching a classroom and killing the gunman.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wrote on Twitter Tuesday, “the TX Senate begins public hearings on latest DPS investigations on Uvalde & other topics. The Senate believes all testimony should be in the open. The families & the public have a right to know.”
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Earlier this month, Gov. Greg Abbott called for the creation of special committees to address school safety and mental health after the tragedy.
The Senate committee’s hearing will begin at 9 a.m. and will be streamed in this story and on Facebook.
A Texas House investigative committee will also hold a meeting Tuesday morning — this one closed to the public — to hear from responding law enforcement in the shooting. Uvalde CISD Police Chief Pete Arredondo, who helped conduct the shooting response while the gunman was inside the building, is expected to testify during that hearing.
Last month, Director of the Texas Department of Public Safety Steven McCraw called waiting to breach the classroom “the wrong decision,” and now some parents in the Uvalde school system want Arredondo fired.
In an interview with the Texas Tribune, Arredondo defended his response during the shooting, saying, “not a single responding officer ever hesitated, even for a moment, to put themselves at risk to save the children. We responded to the information that we had and had to adjust to whatever we faced.”
On Monday, Democratic members of the Texas Senate called for approval of four gun safety measures in the wake of the shooting. The group would like to raise the minimum age to buy certain guns to 21, require background checks, a 72-hour waiting period for specific weapons and red flag laws.
However, Chairman Matt Rinaldi of the Republican Party of Texas said in an interview with WFAA in Dallas they “don’t support any new restrictions of gun laws because we don’t think it will make Texans safer.” | https://cw33.com/news/texas-politics/a-right-to-know-texas-senate-committee-holds-first-public-hearing-on-uvalde-shooting/ | 2022-06-21T22:35:40Z |
Amid an Unprecedented Global Surge in Partnerships, Industry Leaders Include TotalEnergies, Shell, Rio Tinto, BASF, Airbus, Bosch, Tesla, Aviva, and Cigna
Webinar on June 29th to Review Findings
WASHINGTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Companies that actively enter new partnerships and more frequently restructure existing joint ventures (JVs) are more likely to have a higher return on capital (ROC) than industry peers, according to a new report from Ankura. Conversely, companies with stagnant partnerships portfolios are likely to be industry laggards.
Partnership Makers and Shakers: Ankura's 2022 Scoreboard of Corporate Partnering Activity is a first of-a-kind in-depth analysis of nearly 100 of the largest companies in the world across eight industries. It scrutinizes more than 3,200 partnerships to determine how often the firms revamp existing ventures and enter new ones. It also draws important correlations to financial performance.
Register for a webinar on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at 10 AM ET with a review of the findings.
The report identifies companies that are industry leaders in terms of the volume of new partnership deals. The analysis offers a Weighted Partnership Activity Score (WPAS), which allows for a ranking of partnership leaders and laggards. When comparing a company's WPAS to the industry median ROC, firms with higher WPAS scores outperformed their industry's median financial returns.
The analysis finds:
- When looking at the absolute volume of new partnerships, French energy giant TotalEnergies is the overall leader, consummating 73 new partnerships during the past five years related to renewable energy transition, including solar, offshore wind, hydrogen, and other energy sources. In seven other industry sectors, leaders by absolute volume of new partnerships were Rio Tinto, BASF, Boeing, Siemens, Daimler, Mastercard, and Pfizer.
- For restructured partnerships, Shell was the overall leader in absolute volume, having fundamentally changed 56 joint ventures as part of the company's strategy to decarbonize and invest in sustainable businesses. In other sectors, industry leaders in absolute volume of restructurings were Rio Tinto, SABIC, Raytheon, Siemens, Daimler, Aviva, and Pfizer.
- WPAS industry leaders were TotalEnergies, Rio Tinto, BASF, Airbus, Bosch, Tesla, Aviva, and Cigna. In contrast, market laggards based on relative partnership portfolio activity by sector were Repsol, Vale, Dupont, Thales, Honda, Caterpillar, Global Payments, and Medtronic.
"This report sounds the alarm that corporate leaders and dealmakers must double down on aggressively managing their joint ventures and other partnerships because it has a material impact on the bottom line," said James Bamford, Global Leader of Ankura's Joint Ventures & Partnerships Practice and co-author of the report.
"The old formula of forging a few large JVs and staying 'married for life' no longer works in many industries," Bamford added. "To keep pace, corporate leaders and dealmakers must be activists. To maximize financial and strategic gains, companies must look at restructuring their ventures at the right time. And they also must be more efficient and effective in originating, screening, negotiating, and structuring new partnerships, especially in frontier technologies and markets."
The research comes amid an unprecedented surge in new corporate partnerships worldwide, up 173 percent in the last 24 months, and as JV restructurings, including exits, are up 215 percent compared to volumes from the prior four years. This increase is outstripping the pace of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), which also have been at stratospheric levels. New partnerships permeate virtually every industry across the globe, with the highest volumes occurring in markets driven by transformational technological and societal change, especially sustainability. This includes renewable energy, plastics recycling, mobility, digital health and immunotherapies, and fintech.
The research also finds:
- Oil and gas companies have the largest historic installed base of partnerships, both in terms of volumes and materiality. For example, joint ventures account for 70 percent or more of upstream production for many international energy companies, and are also important in downstream refining and, increasingly, renewable energy.
- The automotive industry is the most active creator of new partnerships in recent years. For the 10 largest automakers in the world, 71 percent of the partnership portfolio is composed of ventures formed in the last five years. This surge is driven by a rapid push towards vehicle electrification, mobility services, autonomous vehicles, and alternative fuel technology. The partnerships are helping companies quickly access new technologies, gain scale, and secure key raw materials.
- The mining sector is the slowest new partnership former, with the median firm establishing just six new material partnerships in the last five years. But mining companies are gearing up for a range of new partnerships, including ventures to make their operations more sustainable.
- Industries restructure existing joint ventures at different rates. The oil and gas sector led all industries, with the median company restructuring almost 50 percent of its JVs during the last five years. This trend comes as major international players are rebalancing their portfolios to support the energy transition.
The research offers practical steps leaders and dealmakers can take to actively manage their ventures, and ultimately improve the financial performance.
Formerly Water Street Partners, the Ankura Joint Ventures & Partnerships Practice has been ranked the top global advisor on JVs and partnerships since 2017. The practice is comprised of leading experts who advise companies across the globe on negotiating and structuring new joint venture and other partnership transactions; improving and restructuring the governance and other aspects of existing ventures; and supporting companies in managing their portfolios of partnerships. To stay up to date with the latest Ankura Joint Ventures & Partnerships news, trends, and analysis, subscribe to The Joint Venture Alchemist and follow us on LinkedIn.
Ankura Consulting Group, LLC is an independent global expert services and advisory firm that delivers services and end-to-end solutions to help clients at critical inflection points related to conflict, crisis, performance, risk, strategy, and transformation. The Ankura team consists of more than 1,700 professionals serving 3,000+ clients across 55 countries who are leaders in their respective fields and areas of expertise. Collaborative lateral thinking, hard-earned experience, expertise, and multidisciplinary capabilities drive results and Ankura is unrivaled in its ability to assist clients to Protect, Create and Recover Value. For more information, please visit www.ankura.com.
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POTOMAC, Md., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Curbio, Inc., the leading fix now, pay-at-closing home improvement solution for real estate agents and their clients, has kicked off a new integrated marketing campaign aimed at elevating the importance of updating a home prior to selling, regardless of market conditions. The campaign highlights the benefits of working with Curbio and a modern realtor to complete pre-listing updates, from decreasing time on market by 50%, to netting an additional $50k on the sale of the home.
"We're in a high-demand market, and have been for quite some time now. But the reality is, even in a seller's market, homes that have been updated will still sell faster and for a higher price than those that haven't. Buyers want turnkey homes. The goal behind this campaign is really to educate homeowners on the necessity of pre-listing home improvements," said Olivia Mariani, VP of Marketing at Curbio. "If you sell your home without pre-listing updates, you're leaving money on the table. Curbio allows you to update your home prior to selling, without paying any cash until closing. It's a stress-free way to ensure that your home sells quickly and for top dollar."
At the center of the campaign is a new commercial, now airing in Curbio's markets across the United States. Internally titled "Do We Have To?", the advertisement, produced by Quirk in Brooklyn, NY, highlights the hesitancy that most homeowners experience when their real estate agent recommends that they complete pre-listing updates prior to selling their home. Supporting content for this campaign dives into the benefits of working with Curbio and includes toolkits for both real estate agents pursuing listings and homeowners considering selling their home.
"Curbio partners with real estate agents to get any of their listings ready for market quickly and without hassle. In developing content for this campaign, we wanted to empower real estate agents with the tools that they need to navigate difficult conversations about pre-listing improvements with their clients. Simultaneously, we wanted to provide homeowners with resources that will allow them to learn more about the value of pre-listing updates and the process of working with Curbio," added Mariani.
The campaign marks the first time that Curbio has marketed its solution directly to consumers, allowing homeowners to submit a request for an estimate through Curbio's website before being connected to a Realtor partnered with Curbio who can aid them in the sale of their home.
About Curbio
Curbio was founded in 2017 to transform the multi-billion-dollar home improvement industry and has quickly become the nation's leading pay-at-closing home improvement solution. The company partners exclusively with real estate agents and their clients to get any home ready for the market, allowing it to sell faster and for top dollar. Using technology to power their service, Curbio completes pre-listing home improvement projects of any size quickly and without hassle, from start to finish, with zero payment due until the home sells. Curbio is trusted by thousands of realtors and brokerages nationwide, and has been continuously recognized for its exemplary solution, receiving nods in HousingWire, Qualified Remodeler and Comparably, to name a few.
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GUANGZHOU, China, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- China (Guangzhou) International Building Decoration Fair ("CBD Fair (Guangzhou)" and "the Fair") was back from July 8 to 11, bringing together the design, decoration, and construction professionals to visit a vast exposure of the latest products and services. The 24th CBD Fair (Guangzhou) features top-notch companies from various segments of the home construction and decoration industry and continues to serve as the industry bellwether that plays an essential role in fueling and transforming the development of the sector.
CBD Fair 2022 built on its previous success to continue establishing itself as the world's NO.1 trade fair in the industry. The largest offline expo of the year held in China saw a plethora of milestones in terms of the scale and number of attendees, hosting 80 high-end forums and welcoming over 120,000 professional visitors over the four days. With an exhibition hall spanning over 300,000 square meters, the mega trade show attracted more than 1,200 companies that showcased solutions, products, and services that cover the entire supply chain, driving the growth of China's domestic market.
With holistic upgrades for its four main exhibition areas that provide innovative designs as well as customized, smart, and systematic solutions, CBD Fair raised the bar on safety, hygiene, and high-quality event experiences. The Fair also organized 30 designed-dedicated exhibitions, forums, and salons, creating a platform designed to share innovative ideas and foster creative exchange among designers.
Targeting the needs of exhibitors who are seeking to expand their distributors and franchisees networks, CBD Fair 2022 also launched a new initiative that invited around 20 top-tier marketplaces to bring more distributors and franchisees to the exhibition.
In addition to displaying the latest industry innovations and boosting business opportunities, CBD Fair 2022 is also instrumental in rejuvenating economic development in the post-pandemic world. The home construction and decoration industry is a pillar of China's economic development given its industrial chains cover manufacturing, building, consumption, and circulation, accounting for a substantial proportion of China's economic growth. The rapid and full recovery of the key industry players is critical for supply chain stability. The Fair helps China maintain a strong economic momentum by accelerating the work and production resumption of the businesses that are essential for the country's economic rebound.
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SHANGHAI, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and SEHK: 2057) ("ZTO" or the "Company"), a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China, today published its annual ESG report for 2021. The report demonstrates ZTO's ESG strategy and practices in 2021, highlighting the company's efforts to sustainable development, the progress to improve corporate governance, and its dedication to the "shared success" culture.
In 2021, ZTO delivered 22.3 billion parcels and expanded the market share to 20.6%, maintaining the number one position in market share for six consecutive years. In the future, ZTO will stay committed to its aspiration of bringing happiness to more people through our services.
For the full 2021 ESG report, please visit: https://zto.investorroom.com/ESG.
About ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc.
ZTO is a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China. ZTO provides express delivery service as well as other value-added logistics services through its extensive and reliable nationwide network coverage in China.
ZTO operates a highly scalable network partner model, which the Company believes is best suited to support the significant growth of e-commerce in China. The Company leverages its network partners to provide pickup and last-mile delivery services, while controlling the mission-critical line-haul transportation and sorting network within the express delivery service value chain.
For more information, please visit http://zto.investorroom.com.
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Exclusive: Trevor Reed details surviving horrendous conditions in Russian psychiatric treatment facility
By Maegan Vazquez and Devan Cole, CNN
Trevor Reed, an American citizen and former Marine recently freed after two years in a Russian prison, detailed his harrowing experience surviving a psychiatric treatment facility in the country in an exclusive interview with CNN.
“The psychiatric treatment facility, I was in there with seven other prisoners in a cell. They all had severe, psychological health issues — most of ’em. So over 50% of them in that cell were in there for murder. Or, like, multiple murders, sexual assault and murder — just really disturbed individuals,” Reed told CNN’s Jake Tapper in a newly released clip from the upcoming CNN Special Report, “Finally Home: The Trevor Reed Interview,” which airs Sunday night.
“And inside of that cell, you know, that was not a good place,” he added.
“There was blood all over the walls there — where prisoners had killed themselves, or killed other prisoners, or attempted to do that,” Reed continued. “The toilet’s just a hole in the floor. And there’s, you know, crap everywhere, all over the floor, on the walls. There’s people in there also that walk around that look like zombies.”
In the clip, which aired on CNN’s “New Day” Friday morning, Reed said he did not sleep for a couple of days out of fear of what the people in his cell might do to him.
“You felt they might kill you?” Tapper asked, to which Reed replied: “Yes. I thought that was a possibility.”
Reed said he believed he was sent to the facility as a punishment for his continued push to appeal his conviction. His return to the United States late last month ended a nearly three-year ordeal.
The former US Marine was sentenced to nine years in prison in July 2020 after being accused of endangering the “life and health” of Russian police officers in an altercation the previous year. Reed and his family have denied the charges against him.
Ultimately, Reed was returned to the US as part of a prisoner swap in exchange for Konstantin Yaroshenko, a Russian smuggler convicted of conspiring to import cocaine. The US commuted his sentence.
Behind the scenes, officials both inside and outside the US government had for years been working to get Reed released. Last month’s swap, one administration official told CNN, was the culmination of “months and months of hard careful work across the US government” that took place against the backdrop of growing tensions between Washington and Moscow — exacerbated dramatically by Russia’s brutal war on Ukraine.
It was the combination of factors around Reed’s case — including the urgent need to address his deteriorating health in prison, his family’s consistent activism which led to a meeting with Biden, and the situation in Ukraine — that led Biden to authorize the swap for Yaroshenko, a source told CNN last month.
‘I wouldn’t let myself hope’
Reed told Tapper that he felt like he would never return to the US, saying he didn’t have confidence that he would ever get out of the Russian prison.
“And a lot of people are not going to like what I’m gonna say about this, but I kind of viewed their — having hope as being a weakness,” he said. “So I did not wanna have that hope of, like, me, you know, being released somehow and then have that taken from me.”
“You denied yourself hope?” Tapper asked.
“Yeah,” Reed said. “I wouldn’t let myself hope.”
But Reed’s loved ones in the US held onto their hope throughout his imprisonment.
Reed’s family are the only relatives of a detainee held in Russia to have met with President Joe Biden to make their case. And they say that meeting was crucial to bringing Reed home.
“We believe that that meeting with the President is what made it happen,” Joey Reed, Trevor’s father, said last month. Trevor’s mother, Paula, also called the meeting “a tipping point.”
Reed and his family have vowed to continue their activism and fight for Americans unlawfully detained abroad.
Two other Americans, Paul Whelan and Brittney Griner, remain detained in Russia.
A senior administration official told CNN last month that they do not necessarily see Reed’s successful repatriation as translating to momentum for Whelan’s and Griner’s cases, but said the US government will continue to press for their release, and the channel for potential swaps will remain open.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke to Griner’s wife, Cherelle Griner, on Saturday.
According to a senior State Department official, the top US diplomat relayed that Griner’s release is a top priority for the department and has his full attention.
Griner’s family, in a statement obtained by CNN, said they are “grateful for the time Secretary Blinken took on his recent call with Cherelle and look forward to her face-to-face meeting with the President.”
CLARIFICATION: This story has been updated to reflect that Trevor Reed’s parents are the only relatives of a detainee held by Russia to have met with President Joe Biden.
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Newly formed council brings together seven global health experts to more equitably advance behavioral design approaches and strengthen impact
NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Non-profit behavioral design firm ideas42 today announced the formation of a new specialized advisory council to significantly expand the potential impact of behavioral science in the global health sector.
The Behavioral Science in Global Health Advisory Council draws from the diverse expertise of seven women with a wealth of experience improving public health programs, policies, technologies, and services around the world.
The Advisory Council will provide strategic guidance to ensure that the strategies and research priorities of applied behavioral science capture the needs of the global health sector and ensure a diverse range of perspectives, based on lived experience and disciplinary expertise, shape the direction of applied behavioral science in global health. The Advisory Council represents an expansion of ideas42's commitment to and expertise in using behavioral design to more equitably strengthen global health programs, and by extension the health and well-being of millions.
"As the application of behavioral science continues its exciting expansion, we're being intentional about pushing ourselves to do our work better," said Jana Smith, Managing Director at ideas42 and a leader of the organization's Global Health team. "This includes incorporating new methods and exploring bolder approaches to generate impact for people around the world, and the Advisory Council is a major step in that direction. We're honored to work with such an accomplished group of women as they contribute deep disciplinary expertise and rich personal experiences to this aim."
The inaugural council will serve an initial two-year term and meet biannually to advance the Advisory Council's strategic goals. ideas42 selected council members based on their unique areas of expertise, and to ensure more diverse gender and geographic perspectives in the behavioral science field.
- Hawa Talla has over 25 years of exemplary experience in family planning (FP), reproductive health (RH), social communication for behavior change, program implementation, and technical leadership. Ms. Talla currently serves as the Country Director for the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) in Senegal, where she leads CHAI's efforts to expand its transformational, results-oriented portfolio of public health programming. She earned a master's degree in strategic planning and management of reproductive health programs from CESAG in Senegal.
- Marie Ba is the Director of the Ouagadougou Partnership (OP) Coordination Unit and a leading advocate for women and families in West Africa. As Director, Marie leads collaboration and coordination among the OP's stakeholders, which collectively contribute over $150 million per year to advance reproductive health options and outcomes in the region. She earned her master's degree in international development and peace/conflict resolution from American University.
- Dr. Olufunke Fasawe is the Senior Director (global) for Primary Health Care at the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), and the Director of Programs and Lead for the Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health Program for CHAI in Nigeria. She has over 10 years of experience in global health working across policy, program design and planning, implementation, grant management, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Dr. Priya Nanda is a Senior Program Officer in the measurement learning and evaluation team at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in India, where she leads a portfolio of research on health systems strengthening and family planning with a focus on gender, social norms, and equity. Her expertise includes research, measurement, and evaluation of women's economic empowerment and access to health services, including reproductive and sexual health.
- Dr. Rhoda Wanyenze is a Professor and Dean at Makerere University School of Public Health in Uganda. She has vast experience in public health, including clinical, program management, policy development, and research.
- Sanam Roder-DeWan, M.D., is a family physician, implementation researcher, and public health professional who studies, designs, and implements health system interventions to improve equity, quality, and outcomes for mothers and children in low-income settings globally.
- Wambui Gachiengo Nyabero is an inventor and innovator with more than 20 years of expertise in the development of medical devices from the idea stage through commercialization. She is currently the Chief Technology Officer at Villgro Africa. She earned her master's degree in manufacturing systems engineering from Stanford University.
In addition to supporting the Advisory Council's goals, members will also collaborate and share insights with other behavioral science practitioners working in global health.
Learn more about ideas42's work in global health here.
About ideas42
ideas42 is a non-profit that uses insights from human behavior—why people do what they do—to help improve lives, build better systems, and drive social change. For more than a decade, we've been at the forefront of applying behavioral science in the real world. ideas42's work in global health to date includes dozens of novel solutions, powered by insights from behavioral science, across more than 25 countries. ideas42 has partnered with a wide range of governments, foundations, and NGOs across family planning, maternal and child health, nutrition, HIV, malaria, tuberculosis, and gender-based violence.
For more, visit ideas42.org.
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Collaboration honored for integrating clinical and claims data to improve care and financial performance
BOSTON, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcadia, the leading data analytics platform for healthcare and life sciences, has been named a winner of the KLAS 2022 Points of Light award for its collaboration with Community Health Plan of Washington (CHPW). This annual award acknowledges successful payer, provider, and vendor collaborations that reduce cost and inefficiency and deliver a better patient experience.
KLAS recognized Arcadia's population health management platform, which draws from multiple electronic health records (EHRs), labs and clinics, social determinants of health (SDoH) sources and claims data to enable value-based care (VBC). The goal of Arcadia's collaboration with CHPW was to improve member outcomes and provider financial performance through better integration of clinical and claims data. The Arcadia platform also tracked quality performance, performed risk adjustments and supported pre-visit planning.
CHPW is a community-governed, not-for-profit health plan formed by providers to help coordinate care and advocate for people who were not being served by traditional insurance companies. The health plan operates more than 100 hospitals and 21 community health centers with nearly 200 clinics. CHPW serves more than 280,000 members across the state through Medicaid and Medicare.
After implementing Arcadia's platform, CHPW said quality scores and financial performance improved for providers operating under the health plan's risk-based contracts.
"This award is a great honor because it validates the ability of our platform to give payers and providers a shared, trusted data set for making evidence-based care decisions that improve outcomes and lower healthcare costs," said Sean Carroll, CEO of Arcadia. "We are proud of our collaboration with an outstanding community-based health plan such as CHPW, which has used our platform to create a pay-for-performance quality program that rewards providers for addressing care gaps."
Arcadia will be presented with the KLAS Points of Light award during the annual KLAS Payer/Provider Summit on May 24 in Salt Lake City. KLAS honored 14 collaborations this year with a Points of Light award. All submissions were validated using a standard set of questions asked during in-depth interviews.
KLAS is a global healthcare IT research firm dedicated to improving healthcare delivery by gathering data and insights on software, services, and medical equipment. The company's Payer/Provider Initiative is intended to reduce the friction between payer and provider organizations by facilitating greater trust and alignment on mutual goals. The annual KLAS Points of Light awards are given to payers, providers, and IT vendors whose close cooperation led to shared outcomes, most commonly in the areas of prior authorization and value-based care.
About Arcadia
Arcadia is dedicated to happier, healthier days for all. We transform data into powerful insights that deliver results. Through our partnerships with the nation's leading health systems, payers, and life science companies, we are growing a community of innovation to improve care, maximize value, and confront emerging challenges. For more information, visit arcadia.io.
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Critical to UK energy security strategy
LONDON, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bechtel, a trusted engineering, construction, and project management partner to the global nuclear industry for nearly 70 years, today applauded the opening of the UK Future Enabling Fund, a £120 million fund to boost cutting-edge nuclear projects supporting the recently announced British Energy Security Strategy.
"The UK is showing visionary leadership by stimulating competition, research, and development of new nuclear projects in Britain," said Ahmet Tokpinar, general manager of Bechtel's nuclear power business. "We are committed to facilitating the achievement of the net-zero targets set by UK government at pace and scale, and we look forward to engaging in the Expression of Interest process on one or more projects."
Bechtel is currently completing construction of the only new nuclear power plant under construction in the United States, is serving as the engineering, procurement, and construction partner with TerraPower for the Natrium advanced reactor demonstration plant in the state of Wyoming, and is engaged in front-end engineering and design of a new nuclear plant in Poland, which would be that nation's first-ever.
Bechtel is a trusted engineering, construction and project management partner to industry and government. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Bechtel serves the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; and Mining & Metals markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. www.bechtel.com
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Man who stormed Capitol with gun gets 87 months in prison
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Texas man convicted of storming the U.S. Capitol with a holstered handgun, helmet and body armor was sentenced Monday to more than seven years in prison, the longest sentence imposed so far among hundreds of Capitol riot cases.
Prosecutors said Guy Reffitt told fellow members of the Texas Three Percenters militia group that he planned to drag House Speaker Nancy Pelosi out of the Capitol building by her ankles, “with her head hitting every step on the way down,” according to a court filing.
Reffitt’s prison sentence — seven years and three months — is two years more than the previous longest prison sentence for a Capitol riot defendant. But it’s less than half the length of the 15-year prison term requested by a federal prosecutor, who called Reffitt a domestic terrorist and said he wanted to physically remove and replace members of Congress.
Reffitt was the first person to go on trial for the Jan. 6, 2021, attack, in which supporters of then-President Donald Trump halted the joint session of Congress for certifying Joe Biden’s 2020 electoral victory.
U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich, who presided over Reffitt’s jury trial, also sentenced him to three years of supervised release after his prison term and ordered him to pay $2,000 in restitution.
Sentencing guidelines calculated by the judge called for a term of imprisonment ranging from seven years and three months to nine years.
Friedrich rejected prosecutors’ contention that an “upward departure for terrorism” — leading to a far longer sentence — was warranted in Reffitt’s case. It was the first time that prosecutors have requested that sentencing enhancement for a Jan. 6 case.
“He wanted to physically and literally remove Congress,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Nestler told the judge. “We do believe that he is a domestic terrorist.”
Friedrich, however, questioned why Reffitt would merit the terrorism enhancement when many other rioters engaged in violence and made similarly disturbing threats.
The longest sentence before Reffitt’s was five years and three months, for two men who pleaded guilty to assaulting police officers at the Capitol.
Reffitt, who already has been jailed for approximately 19 months, initially balked at speaking to the judge during Monday’s hearing. But he changed his mind during a lunch break and offered an expletive-laden apology to police officers, lawmakers and congressional staffers who were at the Capitol on Jan. 6. Calling himself “an idiot,” Reffitt struggled to explain why he stormed the Capitol.
“It was a big blur,” he said. “It was just very chaotic and confusing.”
Friedrich questioned the sincerity of Reffitt’s apology and expressions of remorse, noting that he has been publishing statements from jail in which he portrays himself and other rioters as patriots who were justifiably rebelling against a tyrannical U.S. government.
“Not only are they not patriots, they are direct threats to our democracy and will be punished as such,” the judge said.
Reffitt suggested that his fiery rhetoric from prison was hyperbole necessary to raise money to support his family.
“I’m on the street if I don’t say something that would garner money for them,” he said.
Defense attorney Clinton Broden asked for Reffitt to be sentenced to no more than two years in prison. Broden noted that Reffitt didn’t assault any law enforcement officers or enter the Capitol building.
Videos captured the confrontation between outnumbered Capitol police officers and a mob of people, including Reffitt, who approached them on the west side of the Capitol.
Reffitt was armed with a Smith & Wesson pistol in a holster on his waist, carrying zip-tie handcuffs and wearing body armor and a helmet equipped with a video camera when he advanced on the officers, according to prosecutors. He retreated after an officer pepper sprayed him in the face, but he waved on other rioters who ultimately breached the building, prosecutors said.
Reffitt didn’t testify at his trial before jurors convicted him in March of all five counts in his indictment. The jury found him guilty of obstructing Congress’ joint session, of interfering with police officers outside the Capitol and of threatening his two teenage children if they reported him to law enforcement.
Reffitt’s 19-year-old son, Jackson, testified that his father told him and his sister, then 16, that they would be traitors if they reported him to authorities and warned them that “traitors get shot.”
Guy Reffitt was a member of the Texas Three Percenters militia group, according to prosecutors. The Three Percenters movement refers to the myth that only 3% of Americans fought in the Revolutionary War against the British.
Reffitt lived with his wife and children in Wylie, Texas, a Dallas suburb. He drove to Washington, D.C., with Rocky Hardie, a fellow member of the militia group.
Hardie testified that both of them were armed with holstered handguns when they attended Trump’s “Stop the Steal” rally before the riot. Hardie also said Reffitt gave him two pairs of zip-tie cuffs in case they needed to detain anybody.
More than 840 people have been charged with federal crimes related to the riot. Over 340 of them have pleaded guilty, mostly to misdemeanors. More than 220 have been sentenced, with nearly half of them receiving terms of imprisonment. Approximately 150 others have trial dates stretching into 2023.
Reffitt is one of seven Capitol riot defendants to get a jury trial so far. Jurors have unanimously convicted all seven of them on all counts in their respective indictments.
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GREENSBORO, N.C., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Triad Business Bank ("the Bank") was formed in March of 2020 to help small to midsize businesses succeed. The Bank's business plan is to provide lending, treasury and deposit services to the Triad communities it serves. The Bank has achieved substantial growth in loans and deposits and has been able to reinvest these deposits back into those communities.
CEO Ramsey K. Hamadi commented, "The quarter ending June 30, 2022, was the Bank's ninth quarter since inception and the Bank's second quarter of profitable core operations (net income before provision for loan losses and taxes). For the June quarter the Bank had core operating income of $146,000 compared to $61,000 in the previous quarter. The trends in the Bank's quarterly performance reveal consistently increasing assets and profitability improvement. Total assets rose 10% in the June quarter, or $37.7 million, to $429.9 million, driven by ongoing growth in loan and deposit balances. Core loans increased $18.9 million, or 9%, and deposits increased $51.4 million, or 15%." CEO Hamadi continued, "As mentioned in previous reports, the Bank is well positioned for the rising interest rate environment. Because the Bank's assets are repricing faster than its liabilities, the Bank's net interest margin rose 27 basis points to 2.77% in the June quarter from 2.50% in the March quarter. In addition to the benefits of the rising rate environment, the Bank's margins should also improve as cash and investments are converted into higher yielding loans."
- Core loans increased $18.9 million to $236.6 million, or 9%
- Total assets increased $37.7 million to $429.9 million, or 10%
- Deposits increased $51.4 million to $384.4 million, or 15%
- Allowance for loan losses increased $230,000 to $3.0 million, or 1.25% of core loans
- No classified, nonperforming or past due assets reported
- New loan pipeline remains robust at approximately $143 million
- Regulatory total risk-based capital increased $325,000 to $60.7 million
- Core operating earnings (net income before provision for loan losses and taxes) increased $85,000 to $146,000 compared to $61,000 in the previous quarter, an increase of 140%
- Net interest income increased 19% to $2.8 million
- Interest income on core loans increased $426,000, or 25%
- Noninterest income increased $17,000, or 13%
- Noninterest expense increased $344,000, or 14%
The Bank reported a net loss of $101,000, or $0.02 per share, in the second quarter of 2022 compared to a net loss of $569,000, or $0.09 per share, for the first quarter of 2022. However, when excluding the provision for loan losses and taxes, the second quarter resulted in net core operating income of $146,000 compared to $61,000 for the first quarter.
The Bank's primary source of income is the spread between the interest it earns on loans and investments and the interest it pays on deposits. Total interest income increased $509,000 to $3.2 million in the second quarter of 2022 compared to $2.7 million in the first quarter of 2022. The growth in interest income was due primarily to growth in core loans which increased 25% to $2.1 million. Income on investment securities totaled $874,000 for the second quarter compared to $805,000 for the first quarter. Interest expense increased $62,000 in the second quarter to $365,000 from $303,000 in the first quarter. The Bank's net interest margin increased to 2.77% in the second quarter from 2.50% in the first quarter, due to the repricing of variable rate loans in a higher interest rate environment as well as growth of higher yielding core loans. In the second quarter, the average balance of core loans increased to $227.4 million from $195.0 million in the first quarter. The weighted average yield on core loans increased to 3.72% in the second quarter from 3.50% in the preceding quarter. The weighted average rate on interest-bearing liabilities increased from 0.55% in the first quarter of 2022 to 0.59% during the second quarter due to higher deposit rates offered by the Bank.
Total assets increased $37.7 million during the quarter to $429.9 million. During the second quarter, cash balances increased $26.4 million as growth in deposits exceeded growth in loans and other assets. Deposit balances increased $51.4 million in the second quarter. Growth in deposits stemmed primarily from a significant increase in noninterest-bearing demand deposit accounts (DDA accounts). DDA accounts increased $45.1 million to $146.6 million.
Shareholders' equity declined $6.4 million during the quarter to $43.1 million. This decline was primarily driven by changes in the market value of the Bank's investment portfolio which resulted in a $6.4 million increase in accumulated other comprehensive loss.
The Bank's regulatory capital, which is the primary factor that allows for bank growth, increased during the second quarter, with total risk-based capital increasing by $325,000 to $60.7 million. Total risk-based capital consists of tier 1 capital and tier 2 capital. The Bank's tier 1 capital is largely a measure of the Bank's equity as calculated under generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") but eliminates certain volatile elements such as accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). The Bank's tier 1 capital increased from operations for the first time in the Bank's short history. Tier 1 capital increased $76,000 to $57.8 million at June 30, 2022. The Bank's tier 2 capital increased by $249,000. Tier 1 and tier 2 capital ratios are measured against total assets and risk-weighted assets. For the Bank to be able to grow, it must maintain capital ratios that meet "well-capitalized" standards under regulatory guidelines. The Bank is increasing the leverage of its "well-capitalized" position as it grows. The following is a summary presentation of the Bank's total capital to risk-weighted assets, tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets and tier 1 capital to average assets in comparison with the regulatory guidelines at June 30, 2022:
The Bank's core loans increased $18.9 million, or 9%, during the second quarter to $236.6 million. While not included in loans outstanding, the Bank also had unfunded loan commitments of $89.8 million, bringing total core loans outstanding and unfunded commitments to $326.4 million at quarter end. For internal monitoring purposes, the Bank considers owner occupied real estate loans to be part of commercial and industrial ("C&I") loans. At June 30, 2022, approximately 47% of the Bank's outstanding core loan portfolio was composed of C&I loans:
Noninterest expense increased $344,000, or 14%, in the second quarter to $2.7 million from $2.4 million in the first quarter of 2022. Salaries and benefits expense totaled $1.9 million for the second quarter, which was an increase of $242,000, or 15%. The growth in salaries expense was due to staff additions in commercial underwriting, private banking and network administration, as well as salary adjustments, increased long-term incentive expense and lower deferred salary expense on loan production. Other noninterest expense increased in the second quarter, most notably from higher expenses associated with the Bank's business development efforts.
The Bank had no past due loans or nonperforming assets and reported no criticized or substandard assets at June 30, 2022. The Bank's loan portfolio has been underwritten conservatively with a focus on cash flows of prospective borrowers.
The Bank's GAAP tangible book value declined from $7.49 at March 31, 2022 to $6.52 at June 30, 2022. On a non-GAAP basis, excluding the Bank's accumulated other comprehensive loss and the impairment on its deferred tax asset (two reductions in capital the Bank anticipates it will recover over time), adjusted tangible book value was $8.99 at June 30, 2022 compared to $8.98 at March 31, 2022.
The organization and startup costs incurred during the Bank's organizational period and net operating losses the first nine quarters of operations have created a deferred tax asset of $1.6 million. This asset is currently fully impaired and will be carried at $0 until sufficient, verifiable evidence exists (generally, sustained profitability) to demonstrate that the deferred tax asset will more likely than not be realized. At that time, the valuation allowance will be reversed.
The change in value of the Bank's investment securities that are available for sale is recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) as an unrealized component of equity. The Bank currently has an accumulated other comprehensive loss. Assuming the underlying investment securities are held to maturity and there is no credit loss, the value of the securities will return to the face value at maturity. Therefore, as a non-GAAP measure, the Bank eliminates the accumulated other comprehensive loss to reflect an adjusted tangible book value. At June 30, 2022, the accumulated other comprehensive loss was $14.7 million.
Management expects the balance of 2022 to continue the trends of strong loan and deposit growth, higher margins and improved profitability. With a focus on controlling costs, we anticipate the Bank will soon be delivering consistent profitability.
With three co-equal offices located in Winston-Salem, High Point and Greensboro, Triad Business Bank focuses on meeting the needs of small to midsize businesses and their owners by providing loans, treasury management and private banking, all with a high level of personal attention and best-in-class technology. For more information, visit www.triadbusinessbank.com
This release contains certain forward-looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations and business of Triad Business Bank. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and are based on the beliefs and assumptions of management of Triad Business Bank and on the information available to management at the time that these disclosures were prepared. These statements can be identified by the use of words like "expect," "anticipate," "estimate" and "believe," variations of these words and other similar expressions. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements as a number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Triad Business Bank undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
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CLEVELAND (WJW) — A wolf escaped its habitat at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Monday morning but is now secured, zoo officials confirmed.
The Mexican gray wolf was “secured by staff after briefly breaching its habitat,” the zoo said.
Guests at the zoo report being rushed into buildings for safety. The zoo said no guests or employees were harmed.
The zoo is home to several Mexican gray wolves, which can weigh up to 90 pounds. These are the smallest of the gray wolves and typically travel in packs. Their diet in the wild primarily consists of elk, deer, rabbit and other small mammals. At the zoo, they are fed Mazuri Exotic Canine diet, rabbits, horse meat and chicken.
The park is safe for guests and has resumed normal operations, the zoo said.
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Second cohort of 20 disabled creative practitioners recognized with $50,000 grant for outstanding cultural contributions
NEW YORK, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Ford Foundation and the Mellon Foundation announced the 2022 recipients of the Disability Futures Fellowship, an initiative administered by United States Artists that aims to increase the visibility of disabled creative practitioners across disciplines and geography and elevate their voices individually and collectively.
The Disability Futures Fellowship initiative supports 20 disabled creative practitioners whose work advances the cultural landscape. Each fellowship includes an unrestricted $50,000 grant, totaling $1 million for the cohort overall. Now in its second round, it is the only national, multidisciplinary award for disabled artists and creative practitioners.
Disability Futures creates a platform to prioritize the work of disabled artists, filmmakers, and writers in order to advance their stories, ideas, and practices, individually and collectively. The initiative addresses field-wide problems in arts and culture, journalism, and documentary film, including: a dearth of disability visibility in the cultural sector, lack of professional development opportunities accessible to disabled practitioners, and the unique financial challenges facing disabled artists and creative professionals.
"Disability Futures was first conceived as a way to center and elevate those in disabled communities across the country, and across culture," said Judilee Reed, President and CEO at United States Artists. "We're excited to see the stage expand with this new class of fellows, and are honored to celebrate together."
"We are delighted to reaffirm our commitment to this community of artists, advance their perspectives and ideas, and expand who is seen and heard in the creative landscape," said Margaret Morton, program director, Creativity and Free Expression at the Ford Foundation.
"Mellon is honored to support Disability Futures, a program that is very close to our hearts," said Emil J. Kang, program director, Arts and Culture at the Mellon Foundation. "Created out of conversation, collaboration, and care, Disability Futures offers a chance to honor and learn from generations of artists. It's wonderful to announce that this community just grew larger."
"I've received a number of fellowships in the past, but this one is particularly special for a few reasons," said Christine Sun Kim, artist and 2020 Disability Futures Fellow. "It comes with so much pride of being recognized alongside other extremely talented disabled fellows; it has undoubtedly expanded the meaning of 'disability' to something much less reductive; and a bit of financial freedom (money with no strings attached) goes a long way."
The intersectional cohort of recipients come from communities across the country, where they work as artists, activists, and educators. The 2022 Disability Futures Fellows are:
Disability Futures is the result of a yearlong research initiative commissioned by the Ford Foundation and conducted by United States Artists that interviewed dozens of disabled artists and creative practitioners across the country to learn how to better serve disabled artists and creatives. The fellowship operates on a nomination-driven basis, originating with a group of nominators who identify eligible creative practitioners. A group of panelists then selects finalists, who are confirmed by an advisory council of disabled creative practitioners assembled to guide the initiative. After incorporating feedback from the initial cohort, the fellowship no longer requires applications, in recognition of the additional labor and barrier this represents for creative practitioners across the country.
The 2022 Disability Futures panelists are: Petra Kuppers, Sean Lee, and Therí A. Pickens.
The 2022 Disability Futures advisors are: Allison Hedge Coke, Cara Reedy, Emily Sara, Jade Bryan, and Michelle A. Banks.
To learn more about the 2022 Disability Futures Fellows and their work please visit: fordfoundation.org/disability-future-fellows.
ABOUT THE FORD FOUNDATION
The Ford Foundation is an independent organization working to address inequality and build a future grounded in justice. For more than 85 years, it has supported visionaries on the frontlines of social change worldwide, guided by its mission to strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote international cooperation, and advance human achievement. Today, with an endowment of $16 billion, the foundation has headquarters in New York and 10 regional offices across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.
ABOUT THE MELLON FOUNDATION
The Mellon Foundation is the nation's largest supporter of the arts and humanities. Since 1969, the Foundation has been guided by its core belief that the humanities and arts are essential to human understanding. The Foundation believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom that can be found there. Through our grants, we seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive. Learn more at mellon.org.
ABOUT UNITED STATES ARTISTS
United States Artists is a national arts funding nonprofit that supports the country's most compelling artists and cultural practitioners. Since its founding in 2006, the organization has awarded more than 750 individuals with over $36 million of direct support.
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Police say man was driving 97 mph when he injured officers, civilians on highway in January
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ST. LOUIS (KMOV) — Charges against 22-year-old Kohl Bryson Parker allege he was driving just under 100 mph when he struck a marked police vehicle, injuring two officers and six civilians.
On Jan. 24, the two officers were pulled over on the inside lane of westbound Interstate 64 assisting six occupants of a vehicle that was immobilized on the highway, a probable cause statement says. The marked police vehicle had its lights on.
The statement says Parker was driving a Lexus sedan at 97.6 mph when he hit the police vehicle. The marked speed limit in that area is 55 mph.
The officers and civilians were taken to the hospital after the collision. At least six of the eight had serious physical injuries, including fractures, traumatic brain injuries and an amputation, the statement says.
Parker has been charged with 12 felonies, including assault and armed criminal action.
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- Genesis vehicles are featured in a digital entertainment platform for the first time
- Genesis X GR3 and G70 GR4 concept vehicles will compete in World Series
- Fans can enjoy racing the G70 sport sedan, GR3 and GR4 concept vehicles in regular game play
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Genesis was announced as an official manufacturer partner of the Gran Turismo World Series, an online global motorsport championship. As an official partner, Genesis will be competing in the championship with the Genesis X GR3 and Genesis G70 GR4 concept vehicles for the Manufacturer's Cup.
Genesis is also making its debut in Sony Interactive Entertainment's Gran Turismo 7, developed by Polyphony Digital Inc., and recently released on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles. Fans of the iconic series can now enjoy racing the G70 sport sedan along with the Genesis X GR3 and Genesis G70 GR4 concept models.* This marks the first time that Genesis vehicles have been made playable in a digital entertainment platform.
"Genesis is pleased to be presenting the dynamic G70 sport sedan and our ambitious GR3 and GR4 concepts in Gran Turismo 7," said SangYup Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Genesis Global Design Center. "This platform allows fans of racing to get behind the wheel and discover the bold designs and performance ambitions of Genesis as we continue to explore the brand's entry into motorsport."
Genesis lifted the veil on its vehicle design process at an ultramodern experiential installation called The Performance of Design during Monterey Car Week in August 2021. The designs unveiled included three concept vehicles developed in collaboration with the creators of the world-renowned Gran Turismo video game series. Genesis, a brand oriented around its bold product designs, also showcased its motorsport intent with the reveal of the Genesis G70 GR4 Gran Turismo (GT), a California-built racing vehicle. Additionally, the award-winning G70 sport sedan has been completely reimagined for virtual competition with an all-new GT-inspired racing package.
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Genesis Motor North America
At Genesis, we put the customer at the center of every decision we make. Genesis is a global automotive brand that delivers the highest standards of performance, design, safety, and innovation while looking towards a more sustainable future. Genesis designs customer experiences that go beyond products, embodying audacious, forward-thinking, and distinctly Korean characteristics within its unique Athletic Elegance design identity. With a growing range of award-winning models — including the 2022 MotorTrend SUV of the Year, GV70, along with G70, G80, G90, GV60, and GV80 — Genesis aims to lead the age of electrification by focusing on a dual electrification strategy involving fuel-cell and battery EVs, starting with its Electrified G80 and GV60 electric models. Genesis has stated its commitment to becoming an all electric vehicle brand by 2030 and to pursuing carbon neutrality by 2035.
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Text messages link Brett Favre, welfare money, university’s volleyball facility
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The governor of Mississippi in 2017 was “on board” with a plan for a nonprofit group to pay Brett Favre more than $1 million in welfare grant money so the retired NFL quarterback could help fund a university volleyball facility, according to text messages between Favre and the director of the nonprofit.
Court documents filed Monday by an attorney for the Mississippi Community Education Center contain text messages between Favre and the center’s executive director, Nancy New, that include references to Republican Gov. Phil Bryant, who left office in 2020.
Nancy New and her son, Zachary New, who helped run the nonprofit, pleaded guilty in April to charges of misspending welfare money that was intended to help some of the poorest people in the nation. They await sentencing and have agreed to testify against others in Mississippi’s largest public corruption case in decades.
In May, the Mississippi Department of Human Services filed a civil lawsuit against Favre, three former pro wrestlers and several other people and businesses to try to recover millions of misspent welfare dollars. The lawsuit said the defendants “squandered” more than $20 million from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families anti-poverty program.
In pleading guilty, Nancy and Zachary New acknowledged taking part in spending $4 million of welfare money for a volleyball facility at the University of Southern Mississippi.
The mother and son also acknowledged directing welfare money to Prevacus Inc., a Florida-based company that was trying to develop a concussion drug. Favre has said in interviews that he supported Prevacus.
The filing in a Mississippi state court included text message exchanges between Favre and Nancy New about arranging payment from the Mississippi Department of Human Services through the nonprofit to Favre for speaking engagements, with Favre then saying he would direct the money to the volleyball facility.
Favre played football at the University of Southern Mississippi before going to the NFL in 1991, and his daughter started playing on the volleyball team there in 2017.
According to court documents, Favre texted Nancy New on Aug. 3, 2017: “If you were to pay me is there anyway the media can find out where it came from and how much?”
Nancy New responded: “No, we never have had that information publicized. I understand you being uneasy about that though. Let’s see what happens on Monday with the conversation with some of the folks at Southern. Maybe it will click with them. Hopefully.”
Favre responded: “Ok thanks.”
The next day, Nancy New texted Favre: “Wow, just got off the phone with Phil Bryant! He is on board with us! We will get this done!”
Favre responded: “Awesome I needed to hear that for sure.”
Bryant, a Republican, served two terms and governor and could not run again in 2019 because of term limits. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi.
In a July 11 court filing, Nancy New’s attorney wrote that Bryant directed her to pay $1.1 million in welfare money to Favre through the Mississippi Community Education Center for “speaking at events, keynote speaking, radio and promotional events, and business partner development.” A Bryant spokesperson said in July that the allegations against the former governor are false and that Bryant had asked the state auditor to investigate possible welfare fraud.
Favre has not been charged with any criminal wrongdoing. Mississippi Auditor Shad White said Favre was paid for speeches but did not show up. Favre has repaid the money, but White said in October that Favre still owed $228,000 in interest.
In a Facebook post when he repaid the first $500,000, Favre said he didn’t know the money he received came from welfare funds. He also said his charity had provided millions of dollars to poor children in Mississippi and Wisconsin.
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BOSTON, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Below is the June 2022 Monthly Update for the Liberty All-Star Growth Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ASG)
Liberty All-Star Growth Fund, Inc.
Ticker: ASG
Monthly Update, June, 2022
Investment Approach:
Fund Style: All-Cap Growth
Fund Strategy: Combines three growth style investment managers, each with a distinct capitalization focus (small-, mid- and large-cap) selected and continuously monitored by the Fund's Investment Advisor.
Investment Managers:
Weatherbie Capital, LLC
Small-Cap Growth
Congress Asset Management Company, LLP
Mid-Cap Growth
Sustainable Growth Advisers, LP
Large-Cap Growth
New Holdings
Agiliti, Inc.
IQVIA Holdings, Inc.
Holdings Liquidated
Illumina, Inc.
PayPal Holdings, Inc.
Ranpak Holdings Corp.
The net asset value (NAV) of a closed-end fund is the market value of the underlying investments (i.e., stocks and bonds) in the Fund's portfolio, minus liabilities, divided by the total number of Fund shares outstanding. However, the Fund also has a market price; the value at which it trades on an exchange. If the market price is above the NAV the Fund is trading at a premium. If the market price is below the NAV the Fund is trading at a discount.
Performance returns for the Fund are total returns, which includes dividends, and are net of management fees and other Fund expenses. Returns are calculated assuming that a shareholder reinvested all distributions. Past performance cannot predict future investment results.
Performance will fluctuate with changes in market conditions. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data shown. Performance information shown does not reflect the deduction of taxes that shareholders would pay on Fund distributions or the sale of Fund shares. Shareholders must be willing to tolerate significant fluctuations in the value of their investment. An investment in the Fund involves risk, including loss of principal.
Sources of distributions to shareholders may include ordinary dividends, long-term capital gains and return of capital. The final determination of the source of all distributions in 2022 for tax reporting purposes will be made after year end. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. Based on current estimates no portion of the distributions consists of a return of capital. These estimates may not match the final tax characterization (for the full year's distributions) contained in shareholder 1099-DIV forms after the end of the year.
All data is as of June 30, 2022 unless otherwise noted.
Liberty All-Star® Growth Fund, Inc.
1-800-241-1850
www.all-starfunds.com
libinfo@alpsinc.com
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WASHINGTON, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Iris® Powered by Generali ("Iris") today announced that Integreon has selected their OnWatch® platform to provide identity and credit monitoring to their legal and corporate client base. Partnering with Iris® expands Integreon's capabilities and rounds out their competitive cyber incident response (CIR) solution.
Paige Schaffer, CEO of Iris, commented on the news, "From the first meeting with Integreon, we knew this was a partnership with tight synergies between our teams. Integreon's services dovetail nicely with the capabilities of our Iris OnWatch® platform. Companies, like Integreon, are looking for differentiating services like our ScamAssist® protection offering in addition to our best-in-class monitoring and resolution services to give their clients peace of mind – and Iris does just that."
Integreon will be offering four levels of Iris services to their client base. The services vary from a basic package that has Iris' leading Identity Theft Resolution and ScamAssist® services to a more comprehensive identity and credit monitoring offering. These four packages were crafted to give Integreon's customers the flexibility to choose services tailored to the specific needs of their business and employees.
Integreon's extensive experience handling protected personal data has yielded a highly efficient cyber incident response-specific process that enables them to accurately estimate the cost and timeframe for completion—from data mining through to breach notification and now, ongoing credit monitoring. Their approach reflects thousands of successfully completed projects across an array of industries, including healthcare, technology, retail, finance, and telecom, to name a few.
"Our team of experts and tech-enabled cyber incident response process are second to none," commented Jamie Berry, EVP and Business Head, Cyber and Litigation Services. "Putting this last piece of the CIR puzzle in place with a partner that also has a client-first culture and commitment to quality is game changing. We look forward to working with Iris and continuing to be the change agents in the market."
Ms. Schaffer concluded, "An often-unsaid part of what makes Iris an ideal partner is our ability to offer flexible and customizable solutions that are uniquely aligned with the strategies and objectives of our clients. Our services can be incorporated into a new client's ecosystem quickly and efficiently – allowing them to get ahead of fraudsters and scammers looking to steal their users' identities. As an example, the custom gating solution we built for Integreon accommodated seven unique requests that helped them achieve their goals for enhancing their customer activation and client reporting processes."
Integreon will begin offering Iris services to its customers this month and their users can learn more about the offerings by visiting: https://bit.ly/3MTUHyw
About Iris® Powered by Generali
Iris® is a B2B2C global identity and cyber protection company owned by the 190-year-old multinational insurance company, Generali, offering always-available identity resolution experts (real people available 24/7/365) and tech-forward solutions that uncomplicate the protection process. Today, understanding that victimization has no geographical boundaries, we've got a solution no matter your customers' coordinates.
To learn more about Iris' offerings, please visit https://www.irisidentityprotection.com/.
Connect with Iris on: Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook
About Integreon
Integreon is the trusted, global provider of legal and business outsourced services to corporations and law firms seeking to expand their capabilities and transform their performance. The company's 3,500+ professionals provide expert support across a range of managed services—from legal and regulatory to creative design, content delivery and administrative support. With global delivery centers on three continents, Integreon delivers round-the-clock service in 50+ languages and is deeply committed to client success, consistently delivering innovative, tech-enabled solutions that improve agility and efficiency to drive business performance. Integreon is owned by EagleTree Capital, a leading New York-based private equity firm that has invested approximately $2.7 billion of equity capital since inception.
For more information about Integreon's range of services, email info@integreon.com, visit www.integreon.com and follow Integreon at LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
Iris Media Contact
Jay A. Morakis
M Group Strategic Communications
+1 646.859.5951
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Integreon Media Contact
Christy Burke
Burke & Company PR
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Visit www.halldeslumieres.com to Purchase Tickets and be the First to Experience Its Debut Multi-Sensory Exhibition, "Gustav Klimt: Gold in Motion"
See images of Hall des Lumières here
NEW YORK, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Culturespaces, France's leading private manager of museums and cultural heritage sites, and IMG, a global leader in events, media and fashion, announced today that tickets are now on sale for Culturespaces' first North American property, Hall des Lumières, a permanent center for custom-designed immersive digital art experiences, which opens in New York City September 14, 2022. Culturespaces is the creator and producer behind numerous digital art centers around the globe which marries its exhibitions to historic places that it redesigns and reimagines as permanent destinations, including the famed Atelier des Lumières in Paris, which welcomes 1.4 million visitors a year.
Hall des Lumières will be located at 49 Chambers Street, inside the elaborate former teller hall and vault level of the historic, landmarked Emigrant Industrial Savings Bank opposite Manhattan's City Hall Park. The former bank has been redesigned and reimagined to become New York's newest cultural destination. The immersive digital arts center presents new, innovative ways for audiences to interact with and experience artists and their work, and will showcase entirely new, custom-curated exhibitions every ten to twelve months based on the work of different world-renowned artists, starting with the debut exhibition, Gustav Klimt: Gold in Motion.
The inaugural installation will feature luminescent, 30-foot-high images of celebrated works by the legendary painter, moving across the spectacular architecture and mapped precisely to the exact specifications of the building, along with other sensory elements including a musical soundtrack arranged especially for this presentation. The experience is designed to bring guests through Klimt's prolific career while perfectly complementing the marble walls, towering columns, stained glass skylights and coved ceilings of the grand space. The artistic team for the exhibition is led by Gianfranco Iannuzzi, whose previous projects include his original immersive experience of the work of Vincent van Gogh at Atelier des Lumières.
Shorter, complementary digital experiences will accompany Gustav Klimt: Gold in Motion. These will include an exhibition featuring works by Friedensreich Hundertwasser, an Austrian artist inspired by Klimt; a contemporary creation by the interdisciplinary studio Nohlab, titled 5 Movements, which will guide visitors to explore space and time through a performer's five different types of body movements; and a contemporary creation, Recording Entropia, exploring the vast possibilities of the human mind.
Guests will also be able to watch a presentation about the history and design of the Emigrant Industrial Savings Bank, one of the first skyscrapers built in the Beaux-Arts style, as well as view panels displaying images of Klimt's paintings shown at actual scale, with information about the museums across the globe where these works can be seen.
Hall des Lumières will open on September 14, 2022. Ticket prices will start at $30 for adults and $15 for youth ages 5-16 (children under the age of 5 are free). Special prices are also available for seniors (65+) and members of the military. For more information and to purchase tickets to experience the Gustav Klimt: Gold in Motion installation beginning September 14, visit www.halldeslumieres.com. Tickets are on sale through the end of the year, with 2023 dates coming soon. Follow @halldeslumieres on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
For the past 30 years, Culturespaces, which was founded by Bruno Monnier in 1990, has been the leading private operator specializing in full-service management of monuments, museums and art centers. Since 2012, the firm has also trailblazed the creation of Des Lumières digital art centers and immersive exhibitions. Culturespaces enjoys a global presence underpinned by comprehensive expertise, combining the design and creation of digital art centers with technological proficiency and a flair for presenting classical, modern and contemporary artists.
IMG is a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media. The company manages some of the world's greatest athletes and fashion icons; owns and operates hundreds of live events annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. IMG also specializes in licensing, sports training and league development. IMG is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.
Contact:
Rachael Trager, IMG
Rtrager@endeavorco.com or press@halldeslumieres.com
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NEW YORK, Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Molecular Partners AG (NASDAQ: MOLN).
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This lawsuit is on behalf of a class consisting of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired: (a) Molecular Partners American Depositary Shares pursuant and/or traceable to certain documents issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering conducted on or about June 16, 2021; and/or (b) Molecular Partners securities between June 16, 2021, and April 26, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until September 12, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Molecular Partners AG issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the Company's product, ensovibep, was less effective at treating COVID-19 than defendants had led investors to believe; that (ii) accordingly, the the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") was reasonably likely to require an additional Phase 3 study of ensovibep before granting the drug Emergency Use Authorization ("EUA"); (iii) waning global rates of COVID-19 significantly reduced the Company's chances of securing EUA for ensovibep; (iv) another of the Company's product candidates, MP0310, was less attractive to Molecular Partners' collaborator, Amgen, than defendants had led investors to believe; (v) accordingly, there was a significant likelihood that Amgen would return to global rights of MP0310 to Molecular Partners; (vi) as a result of all the foregoing, the clinical and commercial prospects of ensovibep and MP0310 were overstated; and (vii) as a result, documents issues in connection with the Company's initial public offer and defendants' public statements throughout the class period were materially false and/or misleading and failed to state information required to be stated therein.
Jakubowitz Law is vigorous in pursuit of justice for shareholders who have been the victim of securities fraud. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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DALLAS, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neiman Marcus Group (NMG), the largest integrated luxury retailer in the U.S. and the parent of brands including Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, announced the closing of the $200 million common equity minority investment by FARFETCH Limited (NYSE: FTCH), the leading global platform for the luxury fashion industry, in NMG, and the signing of the commercial agreements with FARFETCH Platform Solutions (FPS). NMG will use the proceeds to further accelerate growth and innovation through investments in technology and digital capabilities to make life extraordinary for its customers.
"We are pleased to share the successful closing of the investment by FARFETCH in NMG and now that the commercial agreements are final, we are excited to transition to realizing the important benefits of this partnership," said Geoffroy van Raemdonck, CEO of Neiman Marcus Group. "FARFETCH's investment demonstrates its confidence in our omnichannel strategy, and we look forward to partnering with them to continue revolutionizing the luxury customer experience and delivering value to all our stakeholders."
In addition to the minority investment FARFETCH is making in NMG, FARFETCH and NMG have negotiated a commercial agreement whereby FARFETCH Platform Solutions (FPS) will re-platform the Bergdorf Goodman website and mobile application. As a result, Bergdorf Goodman will introduce its digital customer experience and curated offering to customers globally, integrating seamlessly with the iconic New York City flagship. Additionally, Neiman Marcus is committed to using select FPS modules, including foundational international services. Both Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus will join the FARFETCH Marketplace as a partner, adding participating brands in key global geographies.
The partnership between Neiman Marcus Group and FARFETCH brings together the resources of two industry leaders with a shared commitment to creating a seamless experience for customers. FARFETCH has invested for many years in its Luxury New Retail vision through its differentiated global technology platform. Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman have pioneered and continued to redefine luxury retailing in the United States, with exclusive products, an omnichannel offering, and a team of more than 3,000 talented selling associates, which enable NMG to have an unmatched relationship with the luxury-obsessed customer.
Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we do for our customers, associates, brand partners, and communities. Our legacy of innovating and our culture of Belonging guide our roadmap for Revolutionizing Luxury Experiences. As one of the largest multi-brand luxury retailers in the U.S., with the world's most desirable brand partners, we're delivering exceptional products and intelligent services, enabled by our investments in data and technology. Through the expertise of our 9,000+ associates, we deliver and scale a personalized luxury experience across our three channels of in-store, eCommerce, and remote selling. Our NMG|Way culture, powered by our people, combines individual talents into a collective strength to make life extraordinary. Our brands include Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus Last Call, and Horchow. For more information, visit www.neimanmarcusgroup.com.
FARFETCH Limited is the leading global platform for the luxury fashion industry. Founded in 2007 by José Neves for the love of fashion, and launched in 2008, FARFETCH began as an e-commerce marketplace for luxury boutiques around the world. Today, the FARFETCH Marketplace connects customers in over 190 countries and territories with items from more than 50 countries and more than 1,400 of the world's best brands, boutiques and department stores, delivering a truly unique shopping experience and access to the most extensive selection of luxury on a single platform. FARFETCH's additional businesses include Browns and Stadium Goods, which offer luxury products to consumers, and New Guards Group, a platform for the development of global fashion brands. FARFETCH offers its broad range of consumer-facing channels and enterprise level solutions to the luxury industry under its Luxury New Retail initiative. The Luxury New Retail initiative also encompasses FARFETCH Platform Solutions, which services enterprise clients with e-commerce and technology capabilities, and Future Retail, which develops innovations such as our Connected Retail solutions.
For more information, please visit www.farfetchinvestors.com
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Predators extend coach John Hynes, assistants through 23-24
By TERESA M. WALKER
AP Sports Writer
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Nashville Predators have extended the contracts of coach John Hynes and his assistants through the 2023-24 season trying to build on a season with several individual successes for a franchise that wound up being swept in the playoffs for the first time. General manager David Poile announced that Hynes and his assistants have agreed to the extensions. Poile says he believes they are the right people to move the Predators back into contention for the Stanley Cup. Poile says he will do everything in his power to give Hynes the tools to accomplish that goal. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/19/predators-extend-coach-john-hynes-assistants-through-23-24/ | 2022-05-19T20:33:00Z |
(NewsNation) — A man accused of faking his own death to avoid a rape charge is facing extradition this week and reportedly making claims about the prosecutor trying to bring him back to the United States from Scotland.
Nicholas Alahverdian has a lengthy rap sheet. The man identified by authorities as Alahverdian, who claims he is a different man, was arrested in December for a 2008 sexual assault allegation in Orem, Utah. According to prosecutors, he invited a woman to whom he owed money to his home, saying he would pay her back but instead brutally raped her.
The registered sex offender is under investigation in four states for sexual assault and kidnapping. He also faces charges for fraudulently obtaining credit cards in his foster father’s name, amassing $200,000 in debt.
Many people in Rhode Island, including reporters, local politicians and members of his own family, believed Alahverdian died in February 2020 from cancer. Someone claiming to be his wife confirmed the reported death and had an obituary published for him. His life was even eulogized at the Rhode Island State House, where he was praised for his work on behalf of children. But it turns out, authorities say, he was alive.
Law enforcement officers say they tracked Alahverdian down in December. They say he was in a Scottish hospital on a ventilator being treated for COVID-19. Scottish investigators and staff at the Glasgow hospital reportedly worked with the Utah County Attorney’s Office to identify Alahverdian based on tattoos and DNA evidence.
While it may seem like the case was nearly closed, they soon learned it was just the beginning.
The man identified by authorities as Alahverdian claims his name is actually Arthur Knight and that the entire ordeal is a big misunderstanding. The man saying he is Knight insists he has never even been to the United States and a woman claiming to be his wife backs up his story.
Still, the man claiming to be Knight has not been able to produce a birth certificate to authorities. His attorney says there is no DNA to support the prosecution’s claims.
Now, Knight is turning the attention to Utah County Prosecutor David Leavitt, reportedly saying the prosecutor has ties to cannibalism and a sex trafficking ring.
According to the Salt Lake Tribune, the sheriff’s office announced it is investigating a “ritualistic child sexual abuse and child sex trafficking” case that happened in Utah, Juab and Sanpete counties between 1990 and 2010. They asked potential victims to come forward, but did not share many other details.
Leavitt released an investigative report to the Tribune that consisted of decades-old accusations involving 15 people, including Leavitt and his wife.
While appearing Monday on NewsNation’s “Dan Abrams Live,” Leavitt denied allegations that he was a cannibal or murderer. He said he was running for a position on a checks and balances campaign that angered the local sheriff in Utah County.
“We received a tip that the sheriff, in fact, was working with Alahverdian to accuse me of cannibalizing and murdering children in a ritualistic abuse ring,” Leavitt said.
“Quite frankly, Dan, that was all I was going to stand. So I stood and said we need to have the sheriff open his office for an open independent investigation. If the sheriff is truly using the power of his office to try and take out an elected prosecutor, who is his check, then the sheriff needs to resign.”
NewsNation reached out to the sheriff for details and did not receive a response.
Even as Knight fights back, maintains his innocence, and insists police have the wrong guy, Leavitt says they are not backing down from the case. He is confident they have the right guy and in the international collaboration of the investigation.
“You don’t simply extradite someone from a foreign country unless lots of agencies have looked into it and used their limited resources to get someone back. Every governmental agency is short on resources, so when you decide you’re going to go after someone, you have to really be certain that that’s who it is.
“In this case, we had to make ourselves certain, the state bureau of investigation, the state of Utah had to do the same, the United States Department of Justice and the Scottish authorities, so you have four governmental agencies from two countries who have all satisfied themselves that this is the guy,” Leavitt said.
Knight’s extradition hearing is slated for Thursday. It will be up to a Scottish judge whether or not he is extradited to the U.S. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/man-accused-of-faking-own-death-faces-extradition-hearing/ | 2022-06-07T15:43:10Z |
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) (the "Company," "we," "us," or "our") has agreed to sell $550.0 million in aggregate principal amount of its 7.250% Senior Secured Notes due 2027 (the "Notes") at an offering price of 99.486% of their principal amount to investors in a private offering. The size of the offering was increased by $50 million from the previously announced offering size of $500 million. The Notes are expected to be issued on August 17, 2022, subject to customary closing conditions.
Each of the Company's subsidiaries will guarantee the Notes, other than Dustland, LLC, Sunseeker Resorts, Inc. and its subsidiaries and certain other insignificant subsidiaries. The Notes and the related guarantees will be secured by security interests in substantially all of the property and assets of the Company and the guarantors of the Notes, excluding aircraft, aircraft engines, real property and certain other assets. The collateral that will secure the Notes currently secures the Company's existing $150.0 million 8.500% Senior Secured Notes due 2024 and the Company's Term Loan B.
The Company will use the net proceeds from the sale of the Notes to repay the Company's Term Loan B, which has an outstanding principal amount of $533 million, and to pay costs and expenses of the transaction.
The Notes and the related guarantees have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), or the securities laws of any other jurisdiction. The Notes and the related guarantees are being offered and sold only to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers in reliance on Rule 144A under the Securities Act ("Rule 144A") and to certain non-U.S. persons in transactions outside the United States in reliance on Regulation S under the Securities Act.
Allegiant.®
Las Vegas-based Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) is an integrated travel company with an airline at its heart, focused on connecting customers with the people, places and experiences that matter most. Since 1999, Allegiant Air has linked travelers in small-to-medium cities to world-class vacation destinations with all-nonstop flights and industry-low average fares. Today, Allegiant's fleet serves communities across the nation, with base airfares less than half the cost of the average domestic round trip ticket. For more information, visit us at Allegiant.com. Media information, including photos, is available at http://gofly.us/iiFa303wrtF.
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BERLIN (AP) — Josef Aschbacher recalls gazing at the night sky above his parents’ Alpine farm when he was 7, trying to comprehend what he had just seen on the family’s black-and-white TV set: the landing of NASA’s Apollo 11 on the Moon.
More than half a century later, Aschbacher heads the European Space Agency, a formidable force when it comes to scientific exploration, telecoms and Earth observation. But so far, the agency is still unable to put its own astronauts into orbit, relying on Russia and the United States for crewed spaceflight and some other high-profile missions.
The 59-year-old aims to change that and hopes the recent turmoil caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine will jolt European leaders into action.
“I think the war in Ukraine has made politicians realize that we are a bit vulnerable and we have to make sure that we have our own secured access to space and our space infrastructure,” Aschbacher told The Associated Press in an interview Wednesday at Berlin’s ILA air show.
Within days of the Russian attack on Feb. 24, the European Space Agency abandoned long-standing plans for a joint mission with Russia to land a rover on Mars.
“The ExoMars situation is a wake up call on how Europe needs to position itself,” said Aschbacher. He recently held talks with NASA chief Bill Nelson to find a way of salvaging the mission without Russia, and is “very hopeful” the lander will make it to the red planet.
In the long term, however, Aschbacher said “it is clear that for critical components, for critical missions, we need to make sure that we can do it (ourselves).” Earlier this year he hinted that this could include crewed launches.
He praised a recent speech by Emmanuel Macron — delivered days before Russia invaded Ukraine — in which the French president called for a bolder European space policy.
“That was a bit of a Kennedy moment, but we need to hear this in other countries as well,” Aschbacher said, referring to U.S. President John F. Kennedy’s speech in 1962 — at the height of the Cold War — detailing plans to land a man on the moon. “I would hope that the same Kennedy moment would happen in Germany and Italy, in the UK and Belgium and so on.”
Such ambition is also needed if Europe wants to capitalize on the growing space economy fueled by private ventures such as Elon Musk’s SpaceX, he said.
European astronauts at the ILA show spoke of a change in tone when dealing with commercial companies that are focused more on the financial gains to be made in orbit than on the lofty ideals of international cooperation which underpinned collaboration between major space agencies.
“There is a huge growth predicted for the next years in space,” said Aschbacher. “That’s why private companies are firing it up and investing in it. Europe has to be part of it.”
“If we don’t increase our investment, we will be thrown out of this race,” he said.
With European nations now pumping billions into defense in response to Russia’s attack on Ukraine, governments should keep in mind other areas in which their countries are dependent on others and therefore vulnerable, Aschbacher added.
“If there’s a war happening in front of our door, we need to be sure that you can get your phone working and you can get your navigation system working,” he said. “This is part of security in a wider sense.” | https://cw33.com/news/science-technology/ap-science/space-chief-hopes-for-kennedy-moment-from-european-leaders/ | 2022-06-23T00:14:28Z |
LAVAL, QC, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Neptune Wellness Solutions Inc. ("Neptune" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: NEPT) (TSX: NEPT), a diversified and fully integrated health and wellness company focused on plant-based, sustainable and purpose-driven lifestyle brands, today announced that it has entered into definitive agreements with several institutional investors for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 1,945,526 common shares (or common share equivalents) of the Company, and accompanying two series of warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 3,891,052 common shares per series of warrants, at an offering price of $2.57 per share and accompanying warrants in a registered direct offering priced at-the-market under Nasdaq rules. Each series of warrants have an exercise price of $2.32 per share and are immediately exercisable upon issuance. One series of warrants will expire two years following the date of issuance and one series of warrants will expire five years following the date of issuance. The offering is expected to close on or about June 23, 2022, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including the approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") and notification to the Nasdaq Capital Market ("Nasdaq").
H.C. Wainwright & Co. is acting as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.
The gross proceeds from the offering are expected to be $5 million, prior to deducting placement agent's fees and other offering expenses payable by Neptune and assuming none of the warrants issued in the offering are exercised for cash. Neptune intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for working capital and other general corporate purposes.
A registration statement on Form F-3 (File No. 333-262411) relating to these securities has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, or the SEC, and was declared effective by the SEC on February 9, 2022. The offering of the securities will be made only by means of a prospectus supplement filed with the SEC that forms a part of the registration statement. The offering is being made in the United States only and no securities will be offered in any jurisdiction of Canada or to, or for the benefit of, residents in any jurisdiction of Canada. A final prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus relating to the securities being offered will be filed with the SEC. Electronic copies of the final prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus may be obtained, when available, by visiting the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or by contacting H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC, 430 Park Avenue, 3rd Floor, New York, New York 10022, by email at placements@hcwco.com or by telephone at (212) 856-5711.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.
For the purposes of TSX approval, the Company expects to rely on the exemption set forth in Section 602.1 of the TSX Company Manual available to "Eligible Interlisted Issuers", since the common shares are also listed on the Nasdaq and had less than 25% of the overall trading volume of its listed securities occurring on all Canadian marketplaces in the twelve months immediately preceding the date on which the application will be made to the TSX to approve the offering.
Headquartered in Laval, Quebec, Neptune is a diversified health and wellness company with a mission to redefine health and wellness.
Statements in this press release that are not statements of historical or current fact constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. securities laws and Canadian securities laws. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other unknown factors that could cause the actual results of Neptune to be materially different from historical results or from any future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In addition to statements which explicitly describe such risks and uncertainties, readers are urged to consider statements labeled with the terms "believes", "belief", "expects", "intends", "projects", "anticipates", "will", "should" or "plans" to be uncertain and forward-looking. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement and the "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information" section contained in Neptune's latest Annual Information Form (the "AIF"), which also forms part of Neptune's latest annual report on Form 40-F, and which is available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com, on EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml. All forward-looking statements in this press release are made as of the date of this press release. Neptune does not undertake to update any such forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. The forward-looking statements contained herein include, without limitation, statements about the expected closing of the offering; anticipated use of proceeds of the offering; the Company's ability to obtain the requisite approvals and confirmations noted herein; and other risks and uncertainties that are described from time to time in Neptune's public securities filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Canadian securities commissions. Additional information about these assumptions and risks and uncertainties is contained in the AIF under "Risk Factors".
Neither Nasdaq nor the TSX accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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WARREN, Mich., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULH) today announced the preliminary results of its modified "Dutch auction" tender offer to repurchase up to 100,000 shares of its outstanding common stock, which expired at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time, on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.
Based on the preliminary count by Computershare Trust Company, N.A. ("Computershare"), the depositary for the tender offer, approximately 164,189 shares were properly tendered and not properly withdrawn at or below the expected final purchase price of $28.00 per share, including shares that were tendered through notices of guaranteed delivery.
In accordance with the terms and conditions of the tender offer, the Company expects to acquire 164,189 shares at a final purchase price of $28.00 per share, for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $4.6 million. These shares represent approximately 0.62% of the Company's issued and outstanding shares as of May 12, 2022. The total amount of shares expected to be purchased in the tender offer includes the Company's right to increase the tender offer by up to two percent of the Company's outstanding shares and also includes a total of 5,000 shares tendered by Mr. H.E. "Scott" Wolfe, a director of the Company. The determination of the final number of shares to be purchased and the final price per share is subject to confirmation by Computershare of the proper delivery of the shares validly tendered and not withdrawn.
The number of shares to be purchased and the price per share are preliminary and are subject to verification by Computershare and subject to change for a number of reasons, including if some or all of the shares tendered through notices of guaranteed delivery are not delivered within the applicable two trading day settlement period. The actual number of shares to be purchased and the final price per share will be announced following the expiration of the guaranteed delivery period and completion of the confirmation process by Computershare. The final results are not expected to be announced until at least June 21, 2022. Promptly after the announcement, Computershare will issue payment for the shares validly tendered and accepted for payment under the tender offer and will return shares tendered and not purchased in the tender offer.
The Company may purchase additional shares in the future in the open market subject to market conditions and through private transactions, tender offers or otherwise. Under applicable securities laws, however, the Company may not repurchase any shares until June 30, 2022. Whether the Company makes additional repurchases in the future will depend on many factors, including the number of shares purchased in this tender offer, its business and financial performance and situation, the business and market conditions at the time, including the price of the shares, and other factors the Company considers relevant.
The Company has retained Georgeson LLC as the information agent for the tender offer. All questions regarding the tender offer should be directed to the information agent at 866-695-6074 (toll free).
Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is a holding company that, through its consolidated subsidiaries, is a leading asset-light provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, and in Mexico, Canada, and Colombia. The Company's operating subsidiaries offer customers a broad array of services across their entire supply chain, including truckload, brokerage, intermodal, dedicated, and value-added services.
Some of the statements contained in this press release might be considered forward-looking statements. These statements identify prospective information. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as: "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "goal," "seek," "believe," "project," "estimate," "future," "likely," "may," "should" and similar references to future periods. Forward-looking statements are based on information available at the time and/or management's good faith belief with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from those expressed in the statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations described. Additional information about the factors that may adversely affect these forward-looking statements is contained in the Company's reports and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking information except to the extent required by applicable securities laws.
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NEW YORK, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Energy Transfer LP.
Shareholders who purchased shares of ET during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of persons who purchased or otherwise acquired common shares of Energy Transfer stock between April 13, 2017 and December 20, 2021, both dates inclusive.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (a) Energy Transfer had inadequate internal controls and procedures to prevent contractors from engaging in illegal conduct with regards to drilling activities, and/or failed to properly mitigate known issues related to such controls and procedures; (b) Energy Transfer, through its subsidiary Rover Pipeline, LLC, hired a third-party contractor to conduct Horizontal Directional Drilling Activities for the Rover Pipeline Project, whose conduct of adding illegal additives in the drilling mud caused severe pollution near the Tuscarawas River when a large inadvertent release took place on April 13, 2017; (c) Energy Transfer continually downplayed its potential civil liabilities when the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ("FERC") was actively investigating the Energy Transfer's wrongdoing related to the April 13 release and consistently provided it with updated information about FERC's findings on this matter.
DEADLINE: August 2, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/energy-transfer-lp-loss-submission-form-2/?id=29284&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of ET during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is August 2, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of CareDx, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNA) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased CareDx common stock between February 24, 2021, and May 5, 2022.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: July 22, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that CareDx, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) defendants had engaged in a variety of improper and illegal schemes to inflate testing services revenue and demand, including pushing a surveillance protocol through inaccurate marketing materials, offering extravagant inducements or kickbacks to physicians and other providers, and improperly bundling expensive testing services with other blood tests as part of the Company's RemoTraC service for remote, home-based, blood-drawing; (2) these practices, and others, subjected CareDx to an undisclosed risk of regulatory scrutiny; (3) these practices rendered the Company's testing services revenue reported throughout the class period artificially inflated; and (4) as a result, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in CareDx you have until July 22, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased CareDx securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the CDNA lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/caredx-inc-loss-submission-form?id=28442&from=4.
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NEW YORK (AP) — The possibility of a great red wave still looms.
But as the 2022 midterm elections enter their final two-month sprint, leading Republicans concede that their party’s advantage may be slipping even as Democrats confront their president’s weak standing, deep voter pessimism and the weight of history this fall.
The political landscape, while still in flux, follows a string of President Joe Biden’s legislative victories on climate, health care and gun violence, just as Donald Trump’s hand-picked candidates in electoral battlegrounds like Arizona, Georgia, Ohio and Pennsylvania struggle to broaden their appeal. But nothing has undermined the GOP’s momentum more than the Supreme Court’s stunning decision in June to end abortion protections, which triggered a swift backlash even in the reddest of red states.
“This midterm looks and feels significantly different than it did six months ago,” said veteran Republican pollster Neil Newhouse. The abortion ruling “has energized some segments, especially the Democratic constituency, and it has thrown a wrench, at least to some extent, into the hopes of winning a ton of seats.”
History suggests Republicans should dominate the November elections.
In the modern era, the party that holds the White House has lost congressional seats in virtually every first-term president’s first midterm election. Ronald Reagan lost 26 House seats, Bill Clinton lost 52, Barack Obama 63 and Trump 40. Only George W. Bush’s Republican Party enjoyed a modest eight-seat gain in his first midterm, coming after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Nine weeks before Election Day, leading operatives in both parties expect Republicans to pick up roughly 10 to 20 House seats, which would give the GOP a narrow majority in the chamber in November and break up Democrats’ control of the federal government. But many Republicans are losing confidence in the high-stakes fight for the Senate majority and key governorships across the nation.
In Pennsylvania, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Josh Shapiro argues that his focus on public safety, education, the economy and freedom is driving his momentum but concedes that his opponent is also a major factor.
“Folks trust me to get it done,” Shapiro, the state attorney general, told The Associated Press. “And in fairness, in part, it’s because I’m running against the guy who’s by far the most extreme and dangerous candidate in the nation.”
In one of the nation’s most important swing states, Republicans nominated Doug Mastriano as their nominee for governor, even after learning about his leading role in Trump’s push to overturn the 2020 election.
The state senator and retired military officer helped organize the state’s effort to submit fake presidential electors beholden to Trump and was seen outside the Capitol as pro-Trump demonstrators attacked police on Jan. 6, 2021. He has also alienated moderate voters and even some Republicans with divisive positions on several issues, including abortion, which he opposes in all circumstances.
Mastriano’s campaign didn’t respond to an interview request for this story.
Shapiro will launch his first TV ad of the fall campaign on Tuesday, casting Mastriano’s fierce opposition to abortion rights and gay marriage as a threat to Pennsylvania’s economy. The ad is the first spot in a $16.9 million television advertising investment the campaign reserved for the nine weeks leading up to Election Day.
Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel acknowledged that the GOP must sharpen its message on abortion given the Democrats’ apparent momentum.
“We can’t allow them to control the narrative,” McDaniel said in an interview.
She emphasized Republican leaders’ record of supporting exceptions for abortion in cases of rape, incest and the life of the mother, sidestepping questions about candidates like Mastriano, Georgia Senate nominee Herschel Walker and Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, who oppose such exceptions.
“I’m not going to speak about every candidate and where they’re at,” McDaniel said. “But the past four Republican presidents since Roe believe in the exception, and that is where I think a lot of the American people are, according to polling. But they also believe in limitations, and Democrats have shown no inclination to have any limitation.”
On the Republican Party’s broader midterm outlook, McDaniel said top races were always likely to tighten, despite the conventional wisdom that a massive red wave was building.
“Many of these states are battleground states,” she said. “It’s going to be tight.”
On paper, Republicans continue to enjoy tremendous advantages.
Beyond the weight of history, Democrats are saddled with Biden’s low favorability ratings as roughly 7 in 10 voters believe the country is headed in the wrong direction. Democratic strategists acknowledge serious political headwinds as inflation and pessimism surge, but they note gas prices have ticked down, pandemic worries have waned and Biden has won major legislative victories on several key issues.
“Republicans haven’t taken advantage of the bad political environment. And they punted on having any agenda or getting anything done,” said Biden pollster John Anzalone, who was far less confident about the midterm outlook at the beginning of the summer.
“Historically, this should be a 30- or 40-seat win by Republicans,” he added. “The entire Republican Party has been one big mistake for the past four or five months.”
Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell has blamed GOP “candidate quality” for why his party was more likely to win the House than the Senate.
Florida Sen. Rick Scott, who leads the Senate GOP campaign arm, sees it differently.
“He and I clearly have a disagreement on this. I think we’ve got great candidates,” Scott told the AP, citing opportunities to challenge Democrats in blue states like Colorado and Washington state. “I think we’re doing fine.”
Scott did acknowledge some uncertainty involving Trump’s role in the coming weeks.
The former president helped his loyalists, most of whom embraced his conspiracy theories about the 2020 election, win primary elections across the country throughout the spring and summer. But it’s unclear how Trump will help them, if at all, as the election moves into the fall.
“He’s got a choice about what he wants to do. He clearly has some candidates that he wanted to get through the primaries and they did,” Scott said. “He’ll make his own decision on what he wants to do.”
At the same time, a disproportionate number of women are registering to vote. And if recent voting patterns hold, that’s good news for Democrats.
In at least seven states, women made up a higher share of newly registered voters following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, according to an AP analysis of voter data from L2, a nonpartisan data provider.
In the five weeks after the court eliminated the constitutional right to abortion, women made up 64% of new Kansas registrations. Then, on Aug. 2, Kansas voters overwhelmingly rejected a ballot measure that would have let state lawmakers impose new restrictions on abortions.
Trump-backed Republicans who oppose abortion rights are fighting for momentum in several swing states.
A leading Republican Senate super PAC recently canceled television ad reservations in Arizona, where Blake Masters is running, while committing $28 million to help Trump loyalist JD Vance in Ohio, a state Trump carried by 8 points in the last election. In Pennsylvania, there are concerns that Mastriano is dragging down the rest of the Republican ticket, while Trump-endorsed GOP Senate nominee Mehmet Oz is struggling with residency questions. And in Georgia, Walker is facing difficult questions about his past and his opposition to abortion in all cases.
Rep. Tom Emmer, the Minnesota Republican who leads the House GOP campaign arm, warned his party against taking anything for granted.
He noted that most of the seats Republicans are targeting this fall are set in districts Biden carried, a contrast from past elections where Republicans found success in GOP-leaning districts.
“Don’t be measuring the drapes,” Emmer told the AP in a message to Republican colleagues. “This isn’t the typical midterm that we’re talking about.”
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Associated Press writers Aaron Kessler, Hannah Fingerhut and Zeke Miller in Washington and Bill Barrow in Atlanta contributed to this report.
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BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq’s top judicial body said Sunday it doesn’t have the authority to dissolve the country’s parliament, days after an influential Shiite cleric gave it one week to dismiss the legislature so that new elections can be held.
The decision by the Supreme Judicial Council is likely to increase tensions between followers of cleric Muqtada al-Sadr and members of Iran-backed groups as Iraq sinks deeper into its political impasse, now in its 10th month. The impasse is the longest in the country since the 2003 U.S.-led invasion reset the political order.
The Supreme Judicial Council said in a statement after a meeting Sunday that political groups in the country should not get the judiciary involved in their “rivalries and political competition.”
Al-Sadr, whose supporters earlier this month stormed the parliament in Baghdad and have since held a sit-in outside the building, tweeted on Wednesday that the judiciary has one week to dissolve the legislature. Al-Sadr has previously demanded that the parliament be dissolved and that early elections be held but this time he set a deadline.
Al-Sadr’s political bloc won the largest number of seats in parliament but failed to form a majority government that excluded his Iran-aligned rivals. He called on his followers Saturday night to be ready to hold massive protests all over Iraq raising concerns of tensions. He did not set a date for the planned protests.
“The Supreme Judicial Council does not have the authority to dissolve parliament,” the statement said, adding that its main job is to deal with legal matters and it cannot “interfere in the work of the legislative or executive authorities.”
Even before Sunday’s meeting of the judiciary, it had stated it does not have the constitutional right to dissolve parliament and that only lawmakers can vote to dissolve the legislature. Because the parliament has exceeded the constitutional timeline for forming a new government following the October elections, what happens next is not clear.
Al-Sadr’s political rivals in the Coordination Framework, an alliance of Iran-backed parties, said earlier that the parliament would have to convene to dissolve itself. On Friday, supporters of the group demonstrated in Baghdad to protest the occupation of the legislature by al-Sadr’s supporters.
Earlier this month, thousands of al-Sadr’s followers stormed the heavily fortified Green Zone, which houses Iraq’s parliament, government buildings and foreign embassies. They overran and occupied the parliament, after which all sessions of the assembly were canceled until further notice. The takeover also effectively halted efforts by the Coordination Framework to try and form the next government after al-Sadr failed to do so.
In their takeover of parliament, al-Sadr’s followers stopped short of overrunning the Supreme Judicial Council building next door — an act that many would consider a coup as the judiciary is the highest legal authority in the country. | https://cw33.com/news/ap-top-headlines/iraqi-judiciary-says-it-has-no-powers-to-dissolve-parliament/ | 2022-08-14T17:14:09Z |
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reelgood for Business announces today the international expansion of its award-winning metadata solutions, which empower customers with best-in-class streaming metadata.
Reelgood's international streaming data includes localized metadata and imagery, along with streaming availability and deeplinks across a host of new international channels such as Crave and Hayu in Canada, FoxTel Now and BriBox AU for Australia, and Mubi for New Zealand, as well as leading global streaming providers such as Netflix, Disney, and HBO Max.
"We are so excited to expand our streaming catalog and availability metadata to new regions of the globe. We've built our reputation in the U.S. as the best-in-class streaming metadata in terms of quality, technology, and speed, and our international offering will be no different—our plan is to move country by country so that our non-U.S. clients can expect the same level of quality and service as our U.S. customers," says Tim Cutting, GM of Commercial. "What separates us in the data provider market is this quality, speed of delivery, and breadth of coverage."
A key differentiator of Reelgood in the streaming metadata business is its consumer arm. "We went into this space to make a consumer guide, and every metadata vendor that we used did not meet our expectations," says CEO and founder, David Sanderson, "so, we decided to build it ourselves."
Reelgood data leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning, which keeps its streaming data current in real-time. This same technology is what powers Reelgood's consumer app, used by millions of people every night to find something to watch.
These new global territories and services will launch in Q4 of 2022.
Reelgood's commercial products are some of the most awarded and innovative in the space, as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in Video in 2022, a World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer, a Parks Associates Top Leaders in Technology in 2021, and a nominee for Most Significant Technology by TVOT in 2022. Reelgood for Business data has been integrated across voice assistants, pay TV services, search engines, AI, research and competitive analysis, and more.
For more information, see the Reelgood for Business website.
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NEW YORK, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: KD), the world's largest IT infrastructure services provider, today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Martin Schroeter and Chief Financial Officer David Wyshner will speak at the 50th Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at 2:10 p.m. ET. During the course of the event, information regarding the company's business and/or financial performance will be discussed.
To listen to the live webcast, please visit Kyndryl's investor relations website at investors.kyndryl.com. A replay of the webcast will be available approximately twenty-four hours after the live presentation.
Kyndryl is the world's largest IT infrastructure services provider. The company designs, builds, manages and modernizes the complex, mission-critical information systems that the world depends on every day. Kyndryl's nearly 90,000 employees serve over 4,000 customers in more than 60 countries around the world, including 75 percent of the Fortune 100. For more information, visit www.kyndryl.com.
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