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GUANGZHOU, China, April 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On 16 April, with the theme of "Fight against Pandemic, Care for Each Other", the second trade promotion activity of "Discover Canton Fair with Bee and Honey" was successfully held on Canton Fair's official Facebook account. The virtual event was hosted by Bee and Honey, Canton Fair's mascots, who interacted actively with Baiyang Bed Industry, TECBOD Biological Technology and CONTEC Medical Systems to present high-quality, safe, reliable and innovative medical devices and healthcare products in different ways, demonstrating the strength of China's intelligent manufacturing amid the global pandemic.
Baiyang Bed Industry's highlights in this session are medical beds and home care beds. Both series feature multiple functions and a body position adjusting design that improves user comfort while reducing nursing workload. TECBOD Biological Technology's signature product is disposable protective clothing. Waterproof, blood-proof, anti-bacteria, anti-virus, anti-static and breathable, the item can protect the entire body and be reused over 100 times. CONTEC Medical Systems releases its new plug-in patient monitor with a high-definition touch screen and a modular design that allows modules to be configured and combined flexibly and conveniently to satisfy the needs of different clinical departments. In less than an hour, the three companies passionately promoted products using their latest technologies, attracting over 220,000 viewers to the livestream. During the virtual event, many foreign buyers left messages requesting pricing quotes, product specifications and minimum order quantities for items they were interested in and got quick response from the exhibitors. The online activity has brought fresh business opportunities to buyers and suppliers.
In recent years, China has actively promoted the high-quality growth of the healthcare industry in going global. As a result, medical and health products made in China have been popular among overseas consumers due to its high quality and reliability.
Maggie Pu, Deputy Director General of the Foreign Affairs Office of the Canton Fair, said that "Discover Canton Fair with Bee and Honey" trade promotion activities were one of the pragmatic measures taken by the Fair to deliver more online exhibition outcomes in response to the pandemic. She added that Bee and Honey would present more outstanding exhibitors to buyers and participants, showing the charm of "intelligent manufacturing in China".
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HANGZHOU, China, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hailiang Education Group Inc. (Nasdaq: HLG) ("Hailiang Education" or the "Company"), an education and management services provider in China, today announced the completion of the merger (the "Merger") with HE Merger Sub Limited ("Merger Sub"), an exempted company with limited liability incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hailiang Education International Limited ("Parent"), pursuant to the previously announced agreement and plan of merger, dated as of May 7, 2022, among the Company, Parent and Merger Sub (the "Merger Agreement"). Parent is ultimately controlled by Mr. Hailiang Feng ("Mr. Feng"), the founder of the Company. Pursuant to the Merger, Merger Sub merged with and into the Company, with the Company continuing as the surviving company. As a result of the Merger, the Company has become a privately held company and its American Depositary Shares (each an "ADS," representing 16 ordinary shares of the Company, and collectively, the "ADSs") will no longer be listed on the NASDAQ Global Market (the "NASDAQ").
In accordance with the terms of the Merger Agreement, which was approved by the Company's shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting held on September 15, 2022, each ordinary share of the Company, par value US$0.0001 per share, (each a "Share", and collectively, the "Shares") issued and outstanding immediately prior to the effective time of the Merger (the "Effective Time") has been cancelled, in exchange for the right to receive US$0.894375 in cash without interest (the "Per Share Merger Consideration"), and each outstanding ADS of the Company has been cancelled in exchange for the right to receive US$14.31 in cash without interest (less a US$0.05 per ADS cancellation fee) (the "Per ADS Merger Consideration"), in each case, net of any applicable withholding taxes, except for (a) Shares (including any such Shares represented by ADSs) beneficially owned by Mr. Feng and his affiliates immediately prior to the Effective Time, which were cancelled at the Effective Time for no consideration, (b) Shares (including any such Shares represented by ADSs) owned by Parent, Merger Sub or the Company (as treasury shares, if any) or by any of their direct or indirect subsidiaries, which were cancelled at the Effective Time for no consideration and (c) Shares owned by shareholders who have validly exercised and have not effectively withdrawn or lost their rights to dissent from the Merger in accordance with Section 238 of the Companies Act (2022 Revision) of the Cayman Islands (the "Cayman Islands Companies Act"), which were cancelled at the Effective Time and the former holders thereof are entitled to payment of the fair value of such Shares as determined in accordance with the Section 238 of the Cayman Islands Companies Act.
Former registered shareholders who are entitled to the Per Share Merger Consideration will receive a letter of transmittal and instructions on how to surrender their share certificates in exchange for the Per Share Merger Consideration and should wait to receive the letter of transmittal before surrendering their share certificates. Payment of the Per ADS Merger Consideration (less an ADS cancellation fee of US$0.05 per ADS), without interest and net of any applicable withholding taxes, will be made to holders of ADSs as soon as practicable after Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, the ADS depositary, receives the aggregate Per ADS Merger Consideration payable to holders of ADSs.
The Company also announced today that it requested that trading of its ADSs on the NASDAQ be suspended as of September 16, 2022. The Company requested that the NASDAQ file a Form 25 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") notifying the SEC of the delisting of its ADSs on the NASDAQ and the deregistration of the Company's registered securities. The deregistration will become effective 90 days after the filing of the Form 25 or such shorter period as may be determined by the SEC. The Company intends to suspend its reporting obligations and terminate registration under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, by filing a Form 15 with the SEC as promptly as practicable. The Company's obligation to file with the SEC certain reports and forms, including Form 20-F and Form 6-K, will be suspended immediately as of the filing date of the Form 15 and will terminate once the deregistration becomes effective.
In connection with the Merger, Kroll, LLC, operating through its Duff & Phelps Opinions Practice, is serving as the financial advisor to the special committee of the board of directors of the Company (the "Special Committee"). Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is serving as U.S. legal counsel to the Special Committee. Hunter Taubman Fischer & Li LLC is serving as U.S. legal counsel to the Company. Conyers Dill & Pearman is serving as special Cayman Islands legal counsel to the Company.
VCL LAW LLP is serving as U.S. legal counsel to the buyer group.
About Hailiang Education Group Inc.
Hailiang Education Group Inc. (Nasdaq: HLG) is an education and management services provider in China. The Company primarily focuses on providing distinguished, specialized, and internationalized education. Hailiang Education is dedicated to providing students with high-quality high school curriculum education, student management services, ancillary educational services, and education and management services, and it strives to maintain the high quality of its students' life, study, and development. Hailiang Education adapts its educational services based upon its students' individual aptitudes. Hailiang Education is devoted to improving its students' academic capabilities, cultural accomplishments, and international perspectives. For more information, please visit http://ir.hailiangedu.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains information about Hailiang Education's view of its future expectations, plans, and prospects that constitute forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made under the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical facts in this announcement are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to the following: the Company's ability to consummate the transactions contemplated under the Merger Agreement as planned, and other risks detailed in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), as well as the Schedule 13E-3 transaction statement and the proxy statement to be filed by the Company. Hailiang Education may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the SEC, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers, directors, or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Hailiang Education's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, whether known or unknown, and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "will make," "will be," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "endeavor to," "is/are likely to," or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in our annual report on Form 20-F and other filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and Hailiang Education undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as may be required under applicable law.
For more information, please contact:
Mr. Litao Qiu
Board Secretary
Hailiang Education Group Inc.
Phone: +86-571-5812-1974
Email: ir@hailiangeducation.com
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$250,000 Investment Will Support Survivors of Military Loss
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Service Corporation International, (SCI), North America's largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services, and its brand, Dignity Memorial®, have again partnered with Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) to support individuals grieving the loss of a military loved one. For the second year in a row, SCI and Dignity Memorial will be an official partner of TAPS with a $250,000 contribution, bringing its investment in TAPS to $500,000 to date, which will provide valuable support for programs and materials to help survivors cope with grief and loss. Funds were provided through the SCI Foundation, the company's nonprofit charitable giving arm.
SCI and Dignity Memorial's contribution has been invested in various survivor support and outreach programs including the TAPS Survivor Care team, the initial line of support to the newly bereaved, connecting survivors with all of the care and resources TAPS has to offer. Additionally, support from SCI and Dignity Memorial has supplied TAPS survivors with critical print resources, providing guidance on practical matters like education and financial benefits and intangible topics of grief and loss.
"Our Dignity Memorial associates support military families in our communities and honor their sacrifices and service to our country in many ways," said SCI Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Jay Waring. "Our partnership with TAPS reinforces our commitment to honoring those who have served by helping their loved ones process their grief."
Bonnie Carroll, TAPS Founder and President, added, "TAPS is honored to be partnering with SCI to support our military survivors. The entire organization has shown their dedication to honoring the lives of those who have served and died for our country's freedoms by caring for the families they loved and left behind."
SCI and Dignity Memorial's commitment to honoring those who serve encompasses several programs and initiatives, including:
- The Dignity Memorial Homeless Veterans Burial Program, founded in 2000, ensures honorable and dignified burials for qualifying homeless or indigent veterans.
- Affinity partnerships with certain veterans organizations offer discounted packages on arrangements.
- SALUTE, an internal associate resource community for veterans and veteran advocates.
Since 1994, TAPS has provided support and hope around the clock through a national peer support network, grief counseling services and support groups – all at no cost to surviving families and loved ones. TAPS also provides a variety of programs to survivors worldwide, as well as resources for grief professionals to better serve the military and veteran communities.
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Service Corporation International (NYSE: SCI), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is North America's leading provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services, as well as final-arrangement planning in advance, serving more than 600,000 families each year. Our diversified portfolio of brands provides families and individuals a full range of choices to meet their needs, from simple cremations to full life celebrations and personalized remembrances. Our Dignity Memorial® brand is the name families turn to for professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail that is second to none. At June 30, 2022, we owned and operated 1,459 funeral service locations and 488 cemeteries (of which 300 are combination locations) in 44 states, eight Canadian provinces, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. For more information about Service Corporation International, please visit our website at www.sci-corp.com.
As used herein, "Service Corporation International" and "SCI" refer to Service Corporation International and its affiliated companies.
The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) is the national organization providing compassionate care for the families of America's fallen military heroes and has offered support to more than 100,000 surviving family members of our fallen military and their caregivers since 1994. TAPS provides peer-based emotional support, grief and trauma resources, grief seminars and retreats for adults, Good Grief Camps for children, case work assistance, connections to community-based care, online and in-person support groups and a 24/7 resource and information helpline for all who have been affected by a death in the Armed Forces. Services are provided free of charge. For more information go to www.taps.org or call the toll-free TAPS resource and information helpline at 1.800.959.TAPS (8277).
Contact: SCI Media Line, 713-525-5235
Press.Room@sci-us.com
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The Massachusetts Lighthouse Trail Highlights Nearly Two Dozen Lighthouses, Plus Nautical Attractions
BOSTON, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Since the 1700s, dozens of lighthouses have dotted the Massachusetts coastline and captured our imagination with tales of seafaring and adventure. As part of the Your Massachusetts regional travel campaign, the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism launched the Massachusetts Lighthouse Trail (visitma.com/lighthousetrail) today in advance of National Lighthouse Day on Sunday, August 7.
"Massachusetts is home to the first lighthouse site in the United States, and now home to over 45 lighthouses," said Keiko Matsudo Orrall, executive director for the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism. "Both locals and visitors are sure to be enchanted by these breathtaking beacons as they journey along our scenic coast and islands. From Cape Ann to Cape Cod, our Lighthouse Trail encourages travelers to explore coastal communities and the maritime history of the Bay State."
The new Massachusetts Lighthouse Trail stretches from Cape Ann on the North Shore, through to Boston Harbor and the South Shore, and out to Cape Cod and the islands of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. It maps out nearly two dozen of the most notable and accessible lighthouses, including:
- Boston Light on Brewster Island in Boston Harbor, the oldest continually used lighthouse site in the United States with its original structure built in 1716, casts a light 27 miles out into the Atlantic Ocean.
- Brant Point Lighthouse, which stands 26 feet tall on the north side of Nantucket, is our country's second-oldest lighthouse and one of its most photographed.
- Thacher Island Twin Lights, identical 124-foot towers built in 1771, sits a mile off the coast of Rockport.
The trail also highlights fascinating and informative nautical attractions such as the Cape Ann Harbor Tours out of Gloucester, the Boston Harbor Islands Lighthouse Tour, and the Nantucket Shipwreck & Livesaving Museum, along with local hotels and restaurants in each area. For a full list of Massachusetts attractions, dining and lodging options, check out visitma.com.
Also part of the Your Massachusetts campaign is the recently launched Massachusetts Sports Trail (visitma.com/sportstrail), which takes sports fans on a journey through the state's long and storied sports history. For more information on what to do in the Bay State, also check out what's new in Massachusetts: What's New.
About the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism:
The Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) promotes the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a travel destination for domestic and international visitors. MOTT highlights Massachusetts' culture, history, cuisine and outdoor resources, working closely with 16 regional tourism councils across the state and with larger tourism alliances such as Discover New England and BrandUSA.
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Leadership Team Self-Reflects on Vision & Mission, Moves Forward with Re-Brand for Non-Profit Before and After School Care
LUTHERVILLE, Md., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education has announced the re-brand of its non-profit before and after care program formerly known as Hot Spots Extended Care Program. Now called Caliday Before and After School Care, the program serves 44 elementary schools across Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford counties and will fall under the umbrella of Caliday School Age Programs, which also includes summer camp and other school age endeavors.
Through self-reflection after these past few years, the team established that they needed to update a few key aspects of the business to re-focus themselves on the whole child. To benefit the children that attend Caliday programs, they have improved operational procedures, elevated training practices for their staff, and revitalized the in-program philanthropic aspect of the non-profit company. The first major change that the Caliday team made was their vision and mission for the company.
- Vision: We are the leader in 21st century developmental experiences for children in their journey to become global citizens. We have a fun and engaging team culture with a focus on constant and never-ending growth and innovation. We are creating significant philanthropic partnerships that benefit our communities.
- Mission: We are committed to inspiring children in new, fun, and engaging experiences so they can explore and pursue their passions. We create safe and trusted spaces to enhance the lives of children, families, team members, and communities.
"With all of the changes going on in the world, we decided it was time to self-reflect to ensure we were transforming our school age programs to fit the ever-changing wants and needs of our schools, children, and families," said Richard Huffman, Founder and CEO of Celebree School, who started the extended care program in 2009. "To accompany our new vision and mission, we believed it was only fitting to give our programs a re-brand as well. We wanted to go back to our roots and what we do best – providing a beautiful day for the families we serve. Cali has Latin origins meaning 'beautiful' or 'lovely,' and that is exactly what we want everyone to experience when they start and end their day with Caliday."
This non-profit program originated within the structure of Celebree School as an external provider to students in the community with a goal of promoting academic achievements by extending learning outside of the classroom and strengthening school-community relationships. The team behind the program all have extensive experience in childhood development and a constant drive to make a difference in children's emotional and intellectual growth.
To learn more about Caliday School Age Programs or to find one in a school near you, please visit caliday.org or call (410) 377-0227. You can also connect with Caliday School Age Programs on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Caliday School Age Programs is a not-for-profit organization that seeks to promote academic achievement by extending learning outside of the classroom and strengthening school-community relationships. The programs aid students in the application of skills learned during the traditional educational day through hands-on learning experiences and digital learning tools.
Founded in 1994, Celebree School is a leader in early childhood education that provides infant and toddler care, preschool, before and aftercare, and summer camp programs. With a mission to Grow People Big and Small™, Celebree School believes success in early childhood development is equal parts curriculum and connection. Each school employs a customized program that addresses the physical, social, emotional, and academic needs of children and follows applicable state guidelines. In 2019, Celebree School launched its franchise offering. Learn more about how we grow confident children who are prepared for school and life at Celebree.com. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
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STOCKHOLM, April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Highlights of the first quarter of 2022
- Net sales increased to SEK 30,118m (29,026), corresponding to an organic sales decline of 3.4%. This was driven by lower volumes compared to a strong last year, partially offset by strong price execution.
- Operating income amounted to SEK 1,575m (2,297), corresponding to a margin of 5.2% (7.9).
- Operating income includes a positive non-recurring item of SEK 656m, related to the U.S. tariff case, impacting the business area North America. Excluding this non-recurring item, operating income amounted to SEK 919m, corresponding to a margin of 3.1% (7.9). Significant cost increases and supply constraints impacting volume were not fully compensated by price increases and new product launches.
- Income for the period amounted to SEK 950m (1,556) and earnings per share was SEK 3.40 (5.41).
- Operating cash flow after investments was SEK -5,280m (-161). In addition to a more normal seasonal outflow compared to last year, global supply chain constraints further increased inventory levels.
President and CEO Jonas Samuelson's comment
The beginning of the year has been dominated by the terrible situation in Ukraine, which also contributed to the already escalating cost inflation and supply instability. At the same time, we have entered our most launch-intensive period ever. I am very pleased with the strong consumer demand for our new and innovative premium products.
In the first quarter, supply chain constraints continued to significantly impact our production and sales volumes, particularly of higher featured products. As anticipated, the constraints also resulted in substantial costs for express logistics and spot buys. In addition, this supply situation further increased inventory levels, which negatively impacted cash flow. We are collaborating closely with our suppliers to mitigate these constraints, but we estimate that the second quarter will be as challenging as the first quarter, with significant risks of disruptions relating to the resurgence of the coronavirus in China. We expect sequential improvements from mid-2022.
In the first quarter, organic sales declined by 3.4% and operating margin excl. non-recurring items was 3.1%.
We have continued to implement list price increases in all regions during the quarter to offset the accelerating inflationary pressures, with a cumulative year-over-year impact of over 8% and are continuously implementing further increases. In the increasingly inflationary environment, price increases are now more accepted in the market. For the full year, we remain confident that price will fully offset cost inflation, as it has done for the past four years.
The recent geopolitical tensions, inflation soaring to historically high levels, global supply chain constraints and uncertainty regarding the coronavirus pandemic are leading to limited visibility for the rest of the year. We revise our regional market demand outlook for the 2022 full year in North America, mainly driven by supply constraints, and in Europe, due to lower consumer confidence. However, we still expect demand in these regions to be above pre-pandemic levels.
Russia's invasion of Ukraine is a serious violation of international law. We are very concerned about the geopolitical situation and the suffering that the invasion is causing our employees and the people of Ukraine. There is an urgent need to help, and we have focused our efforts on supporting the International Red Cross' humanitarian response in Ukraine. When the war commenced, we paused our operations in Russia and Belarus. In Ukraine, both sales and production in the factory, located in the western part of Ukraine, were halted. After careful risk assessment, limited sales and production in Ukraine re-started during the second half of April. In 2021, Russia, Belarus and Ukraine represented approximately 2% of Group net sales.
Our ability to adapt quickly and successfully to a changing environment, as demonstrated during the past two years, will continue to be instrumental. It is a confirmation that we have the right strategy and culture to respond quickly to challenges and seize opportunities.
As one of the leading players in our industry we have a major responsibility to ensure that our investments contribute to the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. A great example is the recent investment in the production facility at Anderson. In addition to increased efficiency as well as an attractive product offering, the investment has resulted in a significant reduction of the climate footprint.
A telephone conference is held at 09.00 CET today, April 29. Jonas Samuelson, President and CEO and Therese Friberg, CFO will comment on the report.
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CAUGHT ON CAM: Robbers make off with more than $2 million in jewelry, police say
Published: Aug. 8, 2022 at 4:12 PM CDT|Updated: 13 minutes ago
(CNN) – Have you seen these men?
A video released by the New York Police Department Crime Stoppers caught the four of them in a criminal act.
Police said they were stealing jewelry from a store in the Bronx, coming into the shop and using a hammer to break through the display cases, while collecting jewelry pieces.
They got away with more than $2 million worth of merchandise, according to police.
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Medicare database analysis presented at the 2022 American Urology Association Meeting found 44% lower total costs and 77% lower clinically-advanced costs with Guidance UTI versus standard urine culture (SUC)
IRVINE, Calif., May 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Real-world evidence from a Medicare database analysis presented today at the 2022 American Urology Association (AUA) Meeting shows that Guidance UTI testing is associated with reductions in critical adverse outcomes, healthcare resource utilization and costs for complicated urinary tract infections (cUTIs) compared to standard urine culture (SUC). The comparative analysis was designed to examine outcomes of one year of cUTI treatment guided by either Guidance UTI or SUC.
cUTIs are a significant burden on individual health and healthcare resources that must be diagnosed and treated early and accurately to reduce the risk of poor outcomes. Annually, UTIs contribute to 10.5 million office visits and carry a cost of approximately $3.5 billion in the U.S.i Guidance UTI is an advanced rapid result test that combines PCR and Pooled Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing (P-AST™), which better address polymicrobial infections where bacterial interactions can impact antibiotic resistance.
"We conducted this analysis because evidence-based testing is of critical importance to diagnostic laboratories in order to improve the quality of patient care and ensure better use of healthcare resources," said Mohit Mathur, SVP of Medical Affairs at Pathnostics. "Our commitment to providing real-world evidence is a key part of our vision to create a new standard of care in UTI testing and our overall mission to pioneer a better future by providing innovative solutions to address diagnostic and therapeutic dilemmas. The findings reinforce the real-world benefits of Guidance UTI's increased sensitivity, reduced time to results, and P-AST results to patients, providers, and the healthcare system."
Analysis Methodology and Highlights:
Using a randomized 5% sample of Medicare Parts A+B beneficiaries enrolled in 2017-19, the study compared two cohorts matched on sex, diabetes and propensity score based on whether, after a one-year baseline period, the initial outpatient UTI diagnosis (Index cUTI) was made with SUC (N=678) or Guidance UTI (N=69). UTI-related clinical, healthcare use and costs outcomes were then tracked for one year.
Analysis highlights:
- Guidance UTI testing was associated with 44% lower total costs and 77% lower clinically-advanced costs* compared to SUC, and cUTIs in the Guidance UTI cohort were likelier to be managed successfully as outpatients.
- The rate of outpatient emergency visits was 13% lower and inpatient admissions were 67% lower when using Guidance UTI compared to SUC.
- For every 1,000 patients, there were zero urosepsis, urgent care and skilled nursing facility (SNF) admissions with Guidance UTI vs 13, 31 and 7 events respectively with SUC.
- Guidance UTI patients experienced fewer additional cUTIs (aUTIs) following the Index UTI (p=0.24), and the aUTIs that did occur were associated with lower costs compared to aUTIs in the SUC cohort (p=0.001).
*Composite ("clinically advanced"): sum of urgent care, emergency, inpatient and skilled nursing facility (SNF)
About Pathnostics
Pathnostics is a leading precision diagnostic testing and development company providing solutions for infectious disease and cancer diagnostics that will get patients on the right path. The flagship Guidance platform of solutions leverages its proprietary and patented technology for pooled antibiotic susceptibility testing, which provides more informed treatment options and supports antibiotic stewardship initiatives. Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Pathnostics is a company of Water Street Healthcare Partners, a strategic investor focused exclusively on the healthcare industry. For more information about the company and its portfolio of products, visit pathnostics.com.
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Gelo continues to disrupt the hand soap category with expansion into international markets
NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Furthering Gelo's mission to eliminate single-use plastics from everyday products, today the brand announces its expansion into Canada with its partnership with Walmart.
Founded in 2020, Gelo is reimagining conventional personal care products to eliminate single-use plastics. Gelo's Hand Washes are offered in quick-dissolving pods that contain concentrated cleansers, naturally derived ingredients and nourishing essential oils. Simply, drop Gelo pods in a reusable hand soap bottle, add water, and, in seconds, experience a delightful hand wash without waste.
By eliminating extra packaging and water, Gelo saves consumers money & space while also saving the planet. Consumers who use Gelo reduce their packaging footprint by 99%1. In its two years since launch, Gelo's innovative products have diverted millions of single-use plastic containers from landfills and oceans.
"We are thrilled to finally offer Gelo in Canada. This has been one of the top requests by our customers and we are excited to make Gelo available to more people," said Curan Mehra, CEO of Gelo. "This is a huge milestone for our brand. Our goal has always been to reduce single-use plastic consumption, and our international expansion will allow us to reach more people and have an even larger impact on the planet."
Gelo's initial international offering will feature the brand's Foaming and Gel Hand Soaps in two bestselling scents, Sea Mist & Lemon.
All of the brand's products are biodegradable, vegan, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, paraben-free, & cruelty-free.
About Gelo
Gelo is reimagining conventional personal products to eliminate single-use plastic packaging and finally offer consumers a sustainable option. Our innovative products help eliminate the need for more than 100 billion single-use plastic cleaning bottles in the United States alone. The brand's disruptive products help consumer across North America save money and space, while also helping to save the planet. Gelo has been featured across top tier outlets such as the Allure, Fast Company, Vogue, Real Simple, Good Housekeeping, and more. To learn more about Gelo's mission to reimagine personal care products, visit the website at www.geloproducts.com & TikTok at www.tiktok.com/@gelo_clean.
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Former U.S. Rep. Raul Labrador wins Idaho’s GOP attorney general primary
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Raul Labrador wins Idaho’s GOP attorney general primary.
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Raul Labrador wins Idaho’s GOP attorney general primary. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-idaho/2022/05/18/former-u-s-rep-raul-labrador-wins-idahos-gop-attorney-general-primary/ | 2022-05-18T17:01:09Z |
VIDEO: Man finds 7-foot-long snake in his couch
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (KGTV) – A snake found slithering in your couch might sound like something out of a nightmare, but it actually happened to someone in California last week.
Alex Trejo owns So-Cal Rattlesnake Removal and gets calls for removing snakes all the time.
“This guy calls me, is pretty frantic and he’s like, ‘There’s a snake in my couch,’” he said.
Even he was surprised by what he found when he removed the massive snake hiding in someone’s couch in San Diego, California.
“I literally lift the cushion and there was this giant seven-foot Vietnamese blue beauty rat snake is just coiled up right behind the cushion,” Trejo said.
Trejo said the Vietnamese blue beauty rat snake is a rare find, even for him.
“You’d be more lucky to find a Rolex sitting on the ground than a snake like this,” he said.
They can grow to be up to eight feet long, and the snake that was found was almost that length.
Wrangling a snake that big wasn’t easy, but Trejo said they aren’t venomous, just a bit defensive sometimes. Trejo was nearly bitten by the snake when he attempted to remove it.
“He didn’t get my skin but he actually got the lining of my shirt,” he said.
As for where the blue beauty came from, that’s still a mystery.
The homeowner said it definitely isn’t his.
Trejo said the snakes are legal to keep as pets, and this one most likely just escaped from it’s owner.
For a snake that thrives in tropical weather, being outside of a controlled climate for a few days took its toll. Trejo said it now has a respiratory infection.
“I have a very good friend who deals with these exotic animals. He’s out there treating the snake right now. We really are keeping our fingers crossed hoping the snake makes it.”
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No hall pass? Gator removed from Fort Myers middle school
Published: Aug. 25, 2022 at 1:42 PM EDT|Updated: 55 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A seven-foot gator greeted students during drop-off at Lexington Middle School in Fort Myers Thursday.
A school resource officer, who was a former gator trapper, wrangled the visitor, who we’re pretty sure did not check in at the office first.
The alligator was taken by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers, where it will be relocated to a safe area.
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- President Biden, who campaigned for office promising to unite the country, took to the nation's airwaves yesterday evening depicting millions of Americans as a threat to democracy. Aside from his blanket condemnation of those who disagree with his policies he charged that nearly every Republican doesn't respect the rule of law.
"If ever there was an administration that does not respect the rule of law, it is this one," responded Dan Stein, president of the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR). "There is no more glaring example of lawlessness than the Biden administration's gutting of immigration laws and border enforcement. This administration is not just refusing to enforce nearly every immigration and border enforcement law on the books, the president's Secretary of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas, in a series of policy memos, has put it in writing. Moreover, the Biden administration is defying a federal court order to resume immigration enforcement.
"The law says that people entering our country illegally must be detained and removed. The Biden administration has released them by the millions, many without even a notice to appear in court. President Biden's own appointee to head the Border Patrol has stated in a sworn deposition that there are currently 'no consequences' to violating our immigration laws and entering the United States illegally.
"The law says that every person illegally present in the United States is subject to removal. The Biden administration openly refuses to remove illegal aliens unless they are violent felons – and not even all violent felons – or they are terrorists," continued Stein. "Time and again, when immigration laws are at odds with their own political objectives, our laws get chucked in the trash can. That is the hallmark of an authoritarian dictatorship, not a constitutional republic.
"Not only did the president ignore his own administration's contempt for the rule of law, he engaged in divisive demagoguery by conflating those who disagree with his, and his party's policies as threats to our democracy. Chillingly, his administration has sought to silence peaceful dissents – attempting to set up government-run 'disinformation' boards, working with tech companies to de-platform individuals and organizations that oppose his policies, even when what they are saying is absolutely true, and potentially unleashing an army of newly hired IRS agents to shut down groups that stand in the way of his political agenda.
"There are those on the radical fringes of both the right and the left who pose legitimate threats to our democracy. But an even greater threat is posed when the people in power willfully ignore laws, and falsely demonize those attempting to call them out," concluded Stein.
CONTACT: Ron Kovach, Email: rkovach@fairus.org
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Wind Advisory for Saturday with some showers, more wet weather for Sunday
Wind Advisory for Saturday with some showers, more wet weather for Sunday
Gusty winds and scattered showers and thunderstorms for Saturday, with most of the wet weather favoring the mountains. We'll see colder temps and more snow and rain for Sunday.
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 PM MDT SATURDAY…
- WHAT…Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
- WHERE…Mud Lake, INL, Craters of the Moon, Idaho Falls, Rexburg, St. Anthony, Pocatello, Blackfoot, American Falls, Shelley, and Fort Hall.
- WHEN…From 3 AM to 9 PM MDT Saturday.
- IMPACTS…Gusty winds could make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown around.
- ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Rough chop is likely on American Falls Reservoir.
OVERNIGHT: A chance of showers and thunderstorms with mostly cloudy skies and gusty winds. Wind gusts at 20-30 MPH. Low temperatures into the mid to lower 40's.
SATURDAY: A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the Snake River Plain. Scattered snow and rain showers for the mountains. We'll see gusty winds in the Snake River Plain, with speeds at 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 50 mph. Highs into the lower to mid 50's.
SUNDAY: A chance of rain and snow with gusty winds. Highs in the upper 40's to lower 50's. | https://localnews8.com/weather/local-forecast/2022/05/06/wind-advisory-for-saturday-with-some-showers-more-wet-weather-for-sunday/ | 2022-05-06T23:24:08Z |
Marks key step in executing on the Company's capital plan
PHILADELPHIA, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PREIT (NYSE: PEI), today, announced that it has sold its 25% interest in the entity that owns Gloucester Premium Outlets.
The gross consideration to the Company from this transaction was $35.4 million, consisting of $14 million in cash plus $21.4 million of debt reduction, following assumption by the buyer. The cash portion of the proceeds were used to pay down the Company's senior credit facility. This transaction represents a portion of the asset sale pipeline referenced in conjunction with the Company's first quarter 2022 earnings release dated May 5, 2022 with $275 million of transactions in process.
"We continue to seek creative ways to harvest capital throughout our optimally-located platform," said Joseph F. Coradino, Chairman and CEO of PREIT. "We are intently focused on reducing debt, improving our balance sheet and executing on meaningful transactions in the near-term as we plan to exercise the one year extension of our credit facility."
About PREIT
PREIT (NYSE:PEI) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that owns and manages innovative properties developed to be thoughtful, community-centric hubs. PREIT's robust portfolio of carefully curated, ever-evolving properties generates success for its tenants and meaningful impact for the communities it serves. Located primarily in densely-populated regions, PREIT is a top operator of high quality, purposeful places that serve as one-stop destinations for customers to shop, dine, play and stay. Additional information is available at www.preit.com or on Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn.
Forward Looking Statements
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Additional factors that might cause future events, achievements or results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by our forward-looking statements include those discussed herein, and in the sections entitled "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. We do not intend to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events or otherwise.
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Heather Crowell
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The superstar singer and her artist partner A$AP Rocky have welcomed their first child, a source close to the couple confirmed to CNN.
The new parents have not yet shared their child's name or birthday.
Rihanna first revealed news she was expecting in a series of photos in January. She set style trends with her distinct pregnancy fashion.
Rihanna told British Vogue in 2020 that her 10-year plan included children.
"I'll have kids -- three or four of 'em," she said, adding "the only thing that matters is happiness, that's the only healthy relationship between a parent and a child. That's the only thing that can raise a child truly, is love."
Rihanna, 34, and A$AP Rocky, 33, have been friends for years and went public with their romantic relationship in May 2021.
He called her "the love of my life" during an interview with GQ, adding that fatherhood was "in my destiny, absolutely."
"I think I'd be an incredible, remarkably overall amazing dad," he said. "I would have a very fly child. Very."
CNN has reached out to representatives for the couple for comment.
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TAMPA, Fla., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen RxHealth, a healthcare technology organization revolutionizing the pharmacist-patient experience, today announced that their co-founder and CEO, David Medvedeff, has been named one of the Top 50 Healthcare Technology CEOs of 2022 by The Healthcare Technology Report. This is Medvedeff's second consecutive year for receiving this recognition.
Medvedeff co-founded Aspen RxHealth in 2018 with a single goal in mind—to revolutionize pharmacy by harnessing the untapped potential of the pharmacist-patient relationship. Under his leadership, Aspen RxHealth has burgeoned from a startup to a market leader in clinical pharmacy services, boasting explosive growth and a robust client base. Aspen RxHealth is the recipient of notable awards such as Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work and shows no sign of slowing down.
In the short time since co-founding Aspen RxHealth, Medvedeff has guided the organization through two highly successful funding rounds, built the largest gig-economy model of pharmacists in the nation, and assembled a diverse team with a wide breadth and depth of experience. Prior to co-founding Aspen RxHealth, Medvedeff founded and led VUCA Health, a successful healthcare information company, with the world's largest library of medication education videos.
Last year, Medvedeff ranked among fellow awardees for his impressive efforts in guiding Aspen RxHealth through rapid expansion and growth since its formation in 2018. It is through his efforts of reimagining the pharmacist's role in driving healthcare innovation that Aspen RxHealth has seen tremendous growth in customer acquisition and expansion within their nationwide pharmacist community.
Steve Kraus, Board Member of Aspen RxHealth, described Medvedeff as one of the most "talented and innovative leaders. His humble leadership style and impressive track record of developing forward-thinking organizations that drive true meaning in our healthcare ecosystem are changing what it means to be a mover and shaker in the health tech space."
The Healthcare Technology Report provides market research and insights, business news, investment activity updates and important corporate developments related to the healthcare technology sector.
About Aspen RxHealth
Aspen RxHealth provides clinical pharmacy services to health plans, pharmacy benefit managers, provider groups, and life sciences organizations via a mobile-based technology platform which intelligently matches pharmacists with patients to enrich the patient-pharmacist experience, drive medication adherence, and overall health outcomes. Aspen RxHealth's community of more than 7,000 pharmacists empowers patients with the information and action plans they need to achieve the optimal outcomes from their medications. For more information, visit www.aspenrxhealth.com.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WhiteHorse Finance, Inc. ("WhiteHorse Finance" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: WHF) today announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022. In addition, the Company's board of directors has declared a distribution of $0.355 per share with respect to the quarter ending September 30, 2022. The distribution will be payable on October 4, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 20, 2022.
Second Quarter 2022 Summary Highlights
- Net Asset Value of $347.4 million, or $14.95 per share
- Investment portfolio(1) totaling $766.5 million
- STRS JV investment portfolio totaling $318.8 million
- Gross investment deployments(2) of $48.1 million for the second quarter, including new originations of $28.9 million and $19.2 million of fundings for add-ons to existing investments
- Net investment income of $7.9 million, or $0.339 per share
- Core net investment income of $7.8 million, or $0.334 per share(3)
- Second quarter distribution of $0.355 per share
Stuart Aronson, WhiteHorse Finance's Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Despite economic headwinds, our well-diversified portfolio continued to perform well this past quarter, and WhiteHorse ended the quarter with no investments on non-accrual status. We believe, given the modest leverage levels that we underwrite our loans to, that the majority of our portfolio companies will be able to service our debt in a rising interest rate environment. Additionally, as a result of elevated repayment activity during the quarter, we remain comfortably below our leverage targets and have capacity to redeploy capital to higher yielding assets. While our pipeline for future deal flow is at record levels, due in part to our differentiated three-tiered sourcing approach and relationship with the leading H.I.G. platform, we have a cautious approach and are selectively taking advantage of market conditions. Our investment portfolio is also well-positioned to benefit from a rising interest rate environment as nearly 100% of our debt portfolio is comprised of floating rate debt investments. Combined with the reset of three-month LIBOR and SOFR contracts and the full impact of our increased ownership in the Ohio STRS JV, we expect to achieve earnings accretion in the coming quarters."
Portfolio and Investment Activity
As of June 30, 2022, the fair value of WhiteHorse Finance's investment portfolio was $766.5 million, compared with $800.4 million as of March 31, 2022. The portfolio as of June 30, 2022 consisted of 105 positions across 68 companies with a weighted average effective yield of 9.9% on income-producing debt investments. The average debt investment size (excluding investments in STRS JV (as defined below)) was $7.9 million with the overall portfolio comprised of approximately 80.3% first lien secured loans, 2.9% second lien secured loans, 3.5% equity and 13.3% in investments in STRS JV. Almost all loans were variable rate investments (primarily indexed to the London Interbank Offered Rate or Secured Overnight Financing Rate) with fixed rate securities representing only 0.4% of loans at fair value. Nearly all performing floating rate investments have interest rate floors.
During the three months ended June 30, 2022, WhiteHorse Finance made investments in four new portfolio companies for a total of $28.9 million, added a total of $19.2 million to existing portfolio companies, and made net fundings of $1.4 million to revolver loans. Proceeds from sales and repayments totaled approximately $66.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, driven by five full realizations in IvyRehab Intermediate II, LLC, What If Holdings, LLC, RLJ Pro-Vac, Inc., Tensar Corporation and Education Networks of America, Inc.
In addition to the transactions discussed above, during the three months ended June 30, 2022, WhiteHorse Finance transferred assets comprised of one new portfolio company and one add-on investment, totaling $17.8 million to STRS JV in exchange for cash proceeds.
WHF STRS Ohio Senior Loan Fund LLC
As of June 30, 2022, STRS JV's portfolio totaled $318.8 million, consisted of 32 portfolio companies and had a weighted average effective yield of 8.7% on its portfolio.
Results of Operations
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, the Company's net investment income was approximately $7.9 million, compared with approximately $6.1 million for the same period in the prior year, representing an increase of approximately 29.5%. The increase in net investment income for the year-over-year period was primarily attributable to higher investment income from interest income and STRS JV due to larger portfolio sizes in both the Company and STRS JV and higher accretion income due to more repayment activities. This was partially offset by higher interest expense incurred due to higher leverage balances and higher interest rates. For the three months ended June 30, 2022, the Company's investment in STRS JV generated an annualized, gross investment yield of approximately 12.1%.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, core net investment income(3) was $7.8 million, or $0.334 per share, compared with $7.0 million, or $0.338 per share for the same period in the prior year.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, WhiteHorse Finance reported a net realized and unrealized loss on investments and foreign currency transactions of $0.5 million. This compares with a net realized and unrealized gain on investments and foreign currency transactions of $4.4 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The decrease for the year-over-year period was primarily attributable to markdowns on the portfolio in the current quarter, partially offset by a $1.7 million realized gain from the recovery proceeds received from the RCS Class B Units investment.
WhiteHorse Finance reported a net increase in net assets resulting from operations of approximately $7.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, which compares with a net increase of $10.5 million the three months ended June 30, 2021.
WhiteHorse Finance's net asset value was $347.4 million, or $14.95 per share, as of June 30, 2022, compared with $347.9 million, or $14.99 per share, as of Mach 31, 2022.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of June 30, 2022, WhiteHorse Finance had cash and cash equivalents of $18.6 million, compared with $21.3 million as of Mach 31, 2022, inclusive of restricted cash. As of June 30, 2022, the Company also had $96.3 million of undrawn capacity under its revolving credit facility.
Distributions
The Company's Board of Directors has declared a distribution of $0.355 per share with respect to the quarter ending September 30, 2022. The distribution will be payable on October 4, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 20, 2022.
On May 10, 2022, the Company declared a distribution of $0.355 per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, consistent with distributions declared for the thirty-ninth consecutive quarter since the Company's initial public offering. The distribution was paid on July 5, 2022 to stockholders of record as of June 20, 2022.
Distributions are paid from taxable earnings and may include return of capital and/or capital gains. The specific tax characteristics of the distributions will be reported to stockholders on Form 1099-DIV after the end of the calendar year and in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Conference Call
WhiteHorse Finance will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter results for the period ended June 30, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. To access the teleconference, please dial 800-459-5346 (domestic and international) approximately 10 minutes before the teleconference's scheduled start time and reference Conference ID #WHFQ222. Investors may also access the call on the investor relations portion of the Company's website at www.whitehorsefinance.com.
If you are unable to access the live teleconference, a replay will be available beginning approximately two hours after the call's completion through August 17, 2022. The teleconference replay can be accessed by dialing 800-839-6911 (domestic and international). A webcast replay will also be available on the investor relations portion of the Company's website at www.whitehorsefinance.com.
About WhiteHorse Finance, Inc.
WhiteHorse Finance is a business development company that originates and invests in loans to privately held, lower middle market companies across a broad range of industries. The Company's investment activities are managed by H.I.G. WhiteHorse Advisers, LLC, an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital, LLC, ("H.I.G. Capital"). H.I.G. Capital is a leading global alternative asset manager with $50 billion of capital under management(4) across a number of funds focused on the small and mid-cap markets. For more information about H.I.G. Capital, please visit http://www.higcapital.com. For more information about the Company, please visit http://www.whitehorsefinance.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements and are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statement made herein. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release.
SCHEDULE 1
As a supplement to GAAP financial measures, the Company has provided information relating to core net investment income, which is a non-GAAP measure. This measure is provided in addition to, but not as a substitute for, net investment income determined in accordance with GAAP. The Company's non-GAAP measures may differ from similar measures by other companies, even if similar terms are used to identify such measures. Core net investment income represents net investment income adjusted to exclude the net impact of costs associated with the refinancing of the Company's indebtedness, the accrual of the capital gains incentive fee attributable to net realized and unrealized gains and losses, and excise or other income taxes related to such net realized gains and losses (net of incentive fees). There were no excise or other income taxes related to net realized gains and losses nor did the Company incur any costs with refinancing any of its indebtedness for the quarters ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net investment income to core net investment income for the three months ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021 (in thousands, except per share data):
Contacts
Stuart Aronson
WhiteHorse Finance, Inc.
212-506-0500
saronson@higwhitehorse.com
or
Joyson Thomas
WhiteHorse Finance, Inc.
305-379-2322
jthomas@higwhitehorse.com
or
Robert Brinberg
Rose & Company
212-257-5932
whitehorse@roseandco.com
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Disrupting the boxed wine category with superior quality & innovative packaging, Juliet doubles-down on sustainability from the inside out
CENTRAL COAST, Calif., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On a mission to create eco-friendly wines of uncompromising quality and design, Juliet launches its revolutionary brand of luxury boxed wines. Debuting with a 2021 Sauvignon Blanc and 2021 Grenache Rosé, Juliet hails from a Certified California Sustainable Winery in the acclaimed Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA. The wine is housed in a first-to-market cylindrical container deemed the "Eco-Magnum™", which holds two standard bottles of wine (1.5L). Developed by female entrepreneurs with women in mind, Juliet delivers an elevated day-to-day experience for discerning wine drinkers who prioritize sustainability.
Founders Allison Luvera and Lauren De Niro Pipher are longtime friends who share a passion for good wine and a desire to innovate. When the women discovered that glass bottles and their transport are the two largest contributors to wine's carbon footprint, they set out to reshape the category with an unmatched commitment to sustainability. Combining their diverse experience at iconic brands including Perrier-Joüet, Virgin Galactic, and Vogue, the duo brings their rich backgrounds in sales, marketing, and alcoholic beverage to the table. Together, the two entrepreneurs are trailblazing a new space where quality wine aligns itself with a conscious lifestyle, and the concept of elevated boxed wine is brought to fruition at scale.
"We recognized the unmet need for a sustainable wine that didn't sacrifice on quality, taste, or design. Boxed wine offered an eco-friendly packaging solution but hadn't yet reached its full potential, so we took the opportunity to innovate the category with an elevated aesthetic and truly superior wine," commented Lauren De Niro Pipher, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Juliet.
From winemaking practices to packaging, sustainability is at the core of Juliet's mission that paves the way for mindful consumption. The wines are made in a facility that is certified by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) and packaging is crafted with recycled materials to set the stage for real environmental impact. Juliet is also pioneering the first at-home wine refill system in the U.S. where customers can reuse the paper containers and reorder just the inner wine pouches at a discount.
The Eco-magnum™ is multi-faceted and developed for convenience with superior design. The large format stays fresh for up to 6 weeks after opening and the proprietary, glass-free design with handle is ideal for on-the-go occasions, picnics, the beach, or at home fitting nicely on a refrigerator shelf. The airtight spout provides an "on tap" experience wherever you are, making Juliet a portable and durable choice for day-to-day drinking occasions.
"When we discovered that boxed wine presents an 84% lower carbon footprint compared to wine in conventional glass bottles, we were inspired to act. Juliet is here to reshape consumers' perspectives on boxed wine with a luxury product that not only shifts the culture of wine drinking but sets a new standard for sustainability in the industry," said Allison Luvera, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Juliet.
Juliet's potential has been recognized by key investors, including Jonathan Neman (CEO & Founder of Sweetgreen) and Leora Kadisha Neman, Lauren Bosworth (CEO & Founder of Love Wellness), Dick Costolo (Former CEO of Twitter), Kurt Seidensticker (Founder, Vital Proteins), Brooke Wall (Founder, The Wall Group), and Anderson Family Brands.
The wines are hand-made with quality that begins at the vineyard and carries on from the cellar to the glass. The grapes are first chosen based on terroir and sourced from some of Central Coast California's most renowned AVA vineyards, championing superior quality from the start. The ensuing winemaking style honors the natural excellence of the fruit by utilizing low intervention and zero artificial additives in the process, and the final product contains minimal ingredients which are transparently stated on the label for an entire paradigm shift on conventional bottles. The result is pure expressions of the vineyards, the vintage, and the fruit of the land – better quality that is better for you.
The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is an old-world style rendition of the varietal with aromas of Meyer lemon, ripe pear, honeydew melon, a hint of grass, and a crisp mouthfeel. The 2021 Rosé is 100% Grenache made in a dry, Provençal style, with hints of bright strawberry, watermelon, and floral notes followed by a subtly spicy yet delicate palate.
Juliet will be available for purchase online and at high-end retailers in New York, California, and Florida for $45.99. For both the store locator and e-commerce shop, visit www.drinkjuliet.com.
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NEW ORLEANS, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until July 12, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in securities class action lawsuits against Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NasdaqGS: UPST), if they purchased the Company's securities between March 18, 2021 and May 9, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). These actions are pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
Upstart investors should visit us at https://claimsfiler.com/cases/nasdaq-upst/ or call toll-free (844) 367-9658. Lawyers at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC are available to discuss your legal options.
Upstart and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On May 9, 2022, post-market, the Company revealed its 1Q2022 financial results, disclosing a reduction to its fiscal 2022 guidance, expecting revenue of approximately $1.25 billion and contribution margin of 48% due to "rising interest rates and rising consumer delinquencies [as] putting downward pressure on conversion."
On this news, shares of Upstart fell $43.52, or 56%, to close at $33.61 per share on May 10, 2022.
The first-filed case is Ward v. Upstart Holdings, Inc., No. 22-cv-02856.
ClaimsFiler has a single mission: to serve as the information source to help retail investors recover their share of billions of dollars from securities class action settlements. At ClaimsFiler.com, investors can: (1) register for free to gain access to information and settlement websites for various securities class action cases so they can timely submit their own claims; (2) upload their portfolio transactional data to be notified about relevant securities cases in which they may have a financial interest; and (3) submit inquiries to the Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC law firm for free case evaluations.
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Brian Kotlyar joins Hightouch as VP Marketing and Growth to help marketers everywhere fix their customer data challenges
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hightouch, the Data Activation platform for businesses with modern data warehouses, today announced two major milestones: the company tripled revenue in the first half of 2022 and added veteran software industry leader Brian Kotlyar to further accelerate growth.
Fortune 500 companies have been investing in their data warehouses and data tools for years, but are struggling to unlock value for their business teams. Hightouch helps more than 1,000 companies move the data from their warehouse to more than 100 SaaS applications automatically and without engineering. Despite signs of a broader economic slowdown, adoption of Hightouch continues to accelerate due to the platform's simple implementation and time to value, its ability to displace expensive legacy tools, and the value it creates for non-technical teams by activating customer data otherwise locked in the warehouse.
"People are waking up to the fact that they don't need custom integrations or months long implementations to activate their data. If they have a data warehouse and Hightouch, then every single person in the company can take action on their data— with the blessing of their data team, and without complicated engineering heavy roll-outs. It's a no-brainer." Kashish Gupta, Co-CEO of Hightouch
Brian Kotlyar, formerly of New Relic, Intercom, and Sprinklr joins the company to lead Marketing and Growth. He brings a track record of helping create billions of dollars in enterprise value at the fastest growing software businesses in the world, most recently helping New Relic triple its growth rate after 6 quarters of decline.
"The time for Data Activation is right now. I've spent almost 20 years trying to solve the exact problems that Hightouch was invented to address—and I'm not alone. Thousands of companies have adopted the modern data warehouse, but still struggle to unlock value for their marketing, sales, success, finance, and operations teams. Honestly, Hightouch empowers business teams so effectively it should probably cost ten times more than it does. As a buyer, it feels like you're getting away with something." - Brian Kotlyar, VP Marketing and Growth of Hightouch
Every business team needs relevant, consistent, and fresh customer data synced to the SaaS tools they use daily to interact with customers. Hightouch is the easiest way to bring data into those tools, all without tedious set-up or specialized engineering help.
In addition to these milestones, in the first half of 2022, Hightouch launched dozens of new platform features, integrations, and destinations, further bolstering its position as a leader in the Data Activation industry:
- Traits: Create calculated fields to supercharge personalization campaigns…no code required
- Sync logs: Log sync data back to the warehouse to dig deeper with the full flexibility of SQL
- Live debugger: Troubleshoot sync issues with complete visibility into errors
- Hightouch Notify: Get notified of important customer events directly in your messaging tools
- dbt exposures: Get end-to-end visibility for how data is flowing between dbt and Hightouch
- Advanced user permissions: Enforce platform governance with granular role- and label-based controls
- Datadog integration: Configure customized sync alerts with Datadog
- Dagster integration: Orchestrate Hightouch syncs from a single operational pane of glass
- Auto-mapping: Map to destination fields faster with smart suggestions
- Snowflake Partner Connect: Launch Hightouch directly from Snowflake
- Databricks Partner Connect: Launch Hightouch directly from Databricks
- Leading the industry in native destinations: Sync data to over 100 SaaS tools that business teams rely on
Visit: http://www.hightouch.com to learn more or sign up for a free trial.
Founded by early employees of Segment, Hightouch is the world's leading Data Activation platform, which syncs data from data warehouses to over 100 SaaS tools. Hightouch was founded on the notion that every business team—sales, marketing, support, success—needs relevant, accurate, and real-time customer data in the software they use to talk to customers including CRM, email, and support platforms. With data warehouses as the hub for customer data, Hightouch has pioneered the concept of Reverse ETL, which is the easiest way to get data out of data warehouses and into those customer-facing operational systems. Hightouch is based in San Francisco and backed by leading investors such as ICONIQ Growth, Amplify Partners, Bain Capital Ventures, Y-Combinator, and Afore Capital. For more information, visit www.hightouch.com.
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NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until October 31, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against TuSimple Holdings Inc. (NasdaqGS: TSP), if they purchased or otherwise acquired the Company's securities between April 15, 2021 and August 1, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period") and/or purchased or otherwise acquired the Company's shares pursuant to the Company's April 2021 initial public offering (the "IPO"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California.
If you purchased securities or shares of TuSimple as above and would like to discuss your legal rights and how this case might affect you and your right to recover for your economic loss, you may, without obligation or cost to you, contact KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or via email (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqgs-tsp/ to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by October 31, 2022.
TuSimple and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period and/or in the Registration Statement and Prospectus issued in conjunction with the initial public offering, violating federal securities laws.
The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) the Company had significantly overstated its commitment to safety and concealed fundamental problems with its technology; (ii) the Company was rushing the testing of its autonomous driving technology in order to deliver driverless trucks to the market ahead of its more safety-conscious competitors; (iii) the Company's corporate culture suppressed or ignored safety concerns in favor of unrealistically ambitious testing and delivery schedules; (iv) the aforementioned conduct made accidents involving the Company's autonomous driving technology more likely; (v) the aforementioned conduct was likely to lead to enhanced regulatory scrutiny and investigatory action toward the Company; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
The case is Dicker v. TuSimple Holdings, Inc., No. 22-cv-01300.
KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation's premier boutique securities litigation law firms. KSF serves a variety of clients – including public institutional investors, hedge funds, money managers and retail investors – in seeking recoveries for investment losses emanating from corporate fraud or malfeasance by publicly traded companies. KSF has offices in New York, California, Louisiana and New Jersey.
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SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newmine, a leader in returns reduction and returns intelligence technology, announced today that Title Nine reduced their returns by an aggregate 18% from 2019-2021, thanks to data and insights from Newmine's Chief Returns Officer®. As an early adopter of the AI-based SaaS solution aimed at helping retailers of all kinds address the growing problem of returns, Title Nine has seen significant results, driving lower return rates in 90% of product categories.
A recent Consumer Trends study revealed that retail saw a 57% increase in returns in 2021, up to 16.6% from 10.6% in 2020. This exponential increase in returns has impacted retailers worldwide and in all areas of the supply chain. The effects have been compounded by the surge in e-commerce during the pandemic and the overall increase in sales in 2021. The digital transformation has been key to retailers' success throughout the pandemic; the adoption of new technologies and processes to support digital expansion is critical to achieving results in complex business environments. "Returns are really the most expensive and time-consuming element of the entire life cycle of product and retail," says Chrissy Ginieczki, COO at Title Nine. "If you're interested in profitability, returns reduction needs to be a top priority."
While the industry at large saw a spike in both sales and returns in recent years, Title Nine managed to increase sales while concurrently reducing returns across 90% of product categories, making the results even more significant. "The Chief Returns Officer tool created by Newmine should really be called "Chief Profit Officer" because it can be utilized in so many more ways than just returns," says Title Nine President, Johnny Lin. "I know "game-changing" tools are touted all the time, but this one is the real deal."
"As an early adopter of Chief Returns Officer, Title Nine really embodies their own value and mindset of innovation," says Navjit Bhasin, CEO and Founder of Newmine. "At a time when few retailers were talking meaningfully about reducing returns, they saw the opportunity to be on the leading edge of innovation and we're proud to have helped them achieve incredible results."
Newmine's Chief Returns Officer® is a retail intelligence platform focused on solving retail's most persistent business challenge: merchandise returns. Through proactively analyzing and identifying the root cause of returns, Chief Returns Officer empowers retailers in-season to address upstream issues that cause returns. Machine learning, prescriptive actions, and workflow collaboration make what was once impossible, easy.
Read the full case study to learn more about Title Nine's success in reducing returns.
Newmine's Chief Returns Officer® is a retail intelligence platform purpose-built for returns prevention. It helps retailers identify the root cause of returns, take remedial action through prescriptive recommendations, and scorecard key processes for greater operational control.
Leading retailers and brands use Newmine's Chief Returns Officer to protect revenue, boost profitability, enhance customer experience, and improve sustainability. Visit www.newmine.com for more information.
Title Nine was founded in 1989 as a women's outdoor performance wear company whose goal is to outfit and inspire women to take risks, lead in their communities, and seek their own adventures. Today, the woman-owned company employs over 300 people and has 17 stores in 8 states, and online at titlenine.com. Selling a range of top brands curated for active women who are on-the-go, the brand has increasingly devoted much of its collections to its own brand creations ranging from swimwear to performance dresses. The company advocates forcefully for women's issues, including creating Pitchfest Outdoor Edition, the yearly event that partners with small, women-owned brands to find a voice -- and a sales platform and Pitchfest Nonprofit Edition, an annual gathering of women leaders in the nonprofit sector.
CONTACT: Jennifer Gorlin, jgorlin@newmine.com
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The Nomination Committee in Hansa Biopharma has completed its nomination work for the Annual General Meeting 2022. It proposes to the Annual General Meeting 2022 for Peter Nicklin to be elected new chair of the Board of Directors of Hansa Biopharma. The current chair Ulf Wiinberg has chosen to not stand for re-election.
LUND, Sweden, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hansa Biopharma AB, "Hansa", (Nasdaq Stockholm: HNSA), pioneer in enzyme technology for rare immunological conditions, today announces that Peter Nicklin has been proposed as new Chairman of the Board at Hansa Biopharma.
Ulf Wiinberg has been chair of the Board of Directors since 2016 and the Nomination Committee would like to thank Ulf for his great contributions and strong engagement during his extensive tenure as board member and chair of the Board of Directors. His role in the development of the company over the past years cannot be overstated.
"Hansa is on a journey to become a global leader in rare diseases. An exciting future lies ahead as Hansa expands across multiple broad therapeutic areas with new transformative therapies for patients who need them. I have decided to leave the board because I spend most of my time living and working in the United States. I look forward to follow the company as new transformative drugs are being developed from Hansa's antibody cleaving enzyme technology platform. Drugs, that potentially can be life altering for patients suffering from rare immunologic diseases", comments Ulf Wiinberg, current chair of Hansa.
The Nomination Committee has dedicated considerable time to find a suitable successor for the role as chair of the Board of Directors. In this process, the Nomination Committee has found that Peter Nicklin has extensive experience and background in the life science industry and significant experience in leading global teams. The Nomination Committee believes that Peter Nicklin is well suited to assume the role as chair of the Board of Directors.
"I am very pleased that Peter Nicklin has accepted the proposal to join the Board of Directors of Hansa as Chair. Peter has the experience and background that is needed to continue and develop the foundation that Ulf Wiinberg has laid. Together with his energy and positive spirit we believe Peter Nicklin is the right person to lead Hansa to the next steps", comments Jannis Kitsakis (representing AP4), chair of the Nomination Committee.
The Nomination Committee's proposals will be presented in the notice convening the Annual General Meeting. Hansa Biopharma's Annual General Meeting will be held on June 30, 2022.
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Klaus Sindahl, Head of Investor Relations
Hansa Biopharma
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Hansa Biopharma
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- Evocative direct-to-consumer (DTC) campaign has received 12 healthcare and communications industry awards to date and has recently been shortlisted for four more awards.
- The national campaign features Emmy® Award-winning spokeswoman and actress Annie Murphy and was created to generate awareness of Evofem's hormone-free contraceptive, Phexxi, while also highlighting the contraceptive journey of millions of women, like Annie, who are tired of dealing with the side effects of hormones in their birth control.
- To date, the House Rules campaign has grown brand awareness by 45%, garnered 42 million video views and over 33,000 telehealth exits.
SAN DIEGO, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Evofem Biosciences, Inc., (Nasdaq: EVFM) announced today a series of industry awards and recognition for the company's direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertising campaign, House Rules. Launched last September, the authentic, edgy and highly successful campaign is aimed at broadening awareness and driving uptake of Evofem's hormone-free contraceptive, Phexxi® (lactic acid, citric acid and potassium bitartrate) vaginal gel.
House Rules features Emmy® Award-winning spokeswoman Annie Murphy, who shares her personal birth control journey and the many reasons why Phexxi is the right contraceptive for her. She also empowers and inspires women to live by their "rules," especially when it comes to choosing a birth control method.
"I'm so proud of what we have been able to accomplish with House Rules," said Annie Murphy, acclaimed actress and Phexxi user and spokeswoman. "This industry recognition reaffirms the importance of our efforts in helping women take control of their birth control choices and better understand the important attributes of Phexxi."
In addition to being shortlisted for four upcoming creative awards, the House Rules digital and broadcast campaign has received the following recognition to date:
- Cannes Lions – Pharma
- Clio Health Awards
- MedAdNews Manny Awards
- PRWeek Healthcare & Pharma Comms Awards
- Shorty Awards
- The One Show
"At Evofem, our mission is to improve the quality of life for women worldwide by providing innovative products that give them with more control over their reproductive and sexual health," said Saundra Pelletier, Chief Executive Officer of Evofem. "The House Rules campaign and our partnership with Annie Murphy has furthered this goal by raising awareness of Phexxi with millions of women. We are pleased to see this campaign recognized by industry leaders."
To date, the House Rules campaign has grown brand awareness by 45%. The campaign garnered 42 million video views and over 33,000 telehealth exits. The campaign was created and executed in collaboration with Real Chemistry, McCann Health New Jersey, McCann Health Engagement, and Mediahub. It can be viewed on demand on YouTube. Join the conversation on social media through Instagram (@Phexxi and @EvofemBiosciences), Facebook (@Phexxi and @Evofem), and Twitter (@Evofem).
Evofem Biosciences, Inc., (Nasdaq: EVFM) is developing and commercializing innovative products to address unmet needs in women's sexual and reproductive health, including hormone-free, woman-controlled contraception and protection from chlamydia and gonorrhea. The Company's first FDA-approved product, Phexxi® (lactic acid, citric acid and potassium bitartrate), is a hormone-free, on-demand prescription contraceptive vaginal gel. It comes in a box of 12 pre-filled applicators and is applied 0-60 minutes before each act of sex. The Company expects to report top-line data this fall from its registrational Phase 3 EVOGUARD clinical trial evaluating Phexxi for two potential new indications – prevention of chlamydia and prevention of gonorrhea in women. Learn more at phexxi.com and evofem.com.
Phexxi® is a registered trademark of Evofem Biosciences, Inc.
Phexxi is an on-demand method of birth control used to prevent pregnancy. Phexxi is not effective when used after sex.
Rare cases (0.36%) of bladder and kidney infections have been reported. If you have a history of urinary tract problems that keep coming back, you should not use Phexxi.
Contact your healthcare provider if you are experiencing genitourinary side effects such as vaginal burning, itching, discharge, genital discomfort (including in male partners), yeast infection, urinary tract infection, or bacterial vaginosis.
Phexxi does not protect against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.
For more information about Phexxi, talk to your healthcare provider and see full Product Information at www.phexxi.com.
Please report side effects by contacting Evofem Biosciences toll-free at 1-833-EVFMBIO or contact FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Intended for United States residents only.
This press release includes "forward-looking statements," within the meaning of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements provided by Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, without limitation, evaluations and judgments regarding Evofem, its products, its product candidates and their development, demand for Evofem's products and product candidates and The Right to Contraception Act. Various factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed or implied in the forward-looking statements, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are current only as of the date of this press release. Each of these forward- looking statements involves risks and uncertainties. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed or implied in the forward-looking statements, or that could impair the value of Evofem Biosciences' assets and business are disclosed in the Company's SEC filings, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, filed with the SEC on March 10, 2022 and its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 10, 2022. All forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by such factors. The Company does not undertake any duty to update any forward-looking statement except as required by law.
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Karma presented the GS-6 Edition 54 at the 2022 Automotive Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Ceremony, in celebration of Chairman Lu Guanqiu becoming the first Chinese national to be inducted.
DETROIT, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Automotive Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Ceremony was held on July 21, 2022, in Detroit. Among this year's class of inductees was Wanxiang Group founder Lu Guanqiu, who became the first Chinese national to receive this special accolade. Induction into the Automotive Hall of Fame is considered the single greatest honor in the automotive industry. Those inducted are noteworthy individuals who helped create, shape, and change the automotive space.
Chairman Lu Guanqiu was a passionate entrepreneur, known as a humble and honest man who was dedicated to his dream of making cars. In 2014 he acquired Karma Automotive, manufacturer of luxury electric vehicles with headquarters in Southern California. During the Automotive Hall of Fame ceremony, Chairman Lu Guanqiu was represented by his son President Lu Weiding, who accepted the award on behalf his late father.
"My father, Chairman Lu Guanqiu had the dream to make Wanxiang's own clean energy car," said Lu Weiding, President and Chief Executive Officer, Wanxiang Group Corporation. "He believed that if he could not make that happen, his son would do it and if his son couldn't do it, then his grandson would." He continued, "this is all about the next generations, this is all about our future. So as second generation of the inductee, I feel responsible to make sure that at least our next generation fully understands their responsibility for the automotive industry."
The special GS-6 edition is a dedication to Karma's main investor, the Wanxiang Group and its 54 years in business. This edition features embroidered headrests with Karma's uniquely created logo and exterior fender panels, that are each individually jeweled with an Edition 54 logo created from milled aluminum and anodized in a beautiful one-off gold color. The logo and the 3D badge have been carefully created in-house by the Karma Design team. The exterior colors of Surf White and Benito Blue were inspired by the Wanxiang corporate blue and white colors.
"Today we honor Chairman Lu Guanqiu and Wanxiang Group, for their strong commitment to Karma's vision since 2014," said Jeff Wawrzyniak, Chief Administrative Officer at Karma Automotive. "The Edition 54 represents a tribute to our present, while honoring our past. Karma's capabilities and achievements have us very well placed for continued success. Through technology and unique design, we are moving forward with passion and innovation towards an electric mobility future."
Additionally, a Karma Revero will have a year-long display at the Automotive Hall of Fame Museum in Dearborn, MI.
The inductees of this year's class include Alma and Victor Green, writers of The Green Book, a travel guide for African Americans in the United States; Ferruccio Lamborghini, founder of Lamborghini luxury cars; Taiichi Ohno, creator of Toyota Production System; and Lyn St. James, American race car driver.
The Automotive Hall of Fame is a non-profit organization that celebrates the mobility industry's pioneers and their impact on society by capturing individuals' stories, passion, and innovative spirit to engage and inspire the mobility industry's future workforce. Founded in 1939, the Automotive Hall of Fame has honored nearly 800 individuals from around the world, who have impacted and influenced the automotive and mobility industries. The Automotive Hall of Fame is located at 21400 Oakwood Blvd in Dearborn, Michigan and is open to the public Thursdays – Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. You can also visit the Automotive Hall of Fame online at automotivehalloffame.org or on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
Karma Automotive, founded in 2014, is a southern California based producer of luxury electric vehicles. Headquartered in Irvine, California with a production facility located in Moreno Valley, Karma sells vehicles via its dealer network in North America, Europe, South America, and the Middle East. Karma's Innovation and Customization Center, which opened in 2017, offers world-class engineering, design, customization, and manufacturing services along with electrification platforms. Karma's flagship vehicle, the Revero® GT, Green Car Journal's 2020 Luxury Green Car of the Year™, is an electric vehicle powered by dual electric motors that embodies Karma's goal of offering leading technology with a luxury experience. In 2021 Karma announced the GS-6 Series which includes both an extended-range series hybrid EV and their first-ever all-electric vehicle in 2023. Every Karma vehicle is created with unparalleled individual care and craftsmanship. Additionally, Karma provides world class commercial vehicle electrification and Customized Flexible Manufacturing services for customers in the mobility space via 'Powered by Karma.' Powered By Karma is the evolution of Karma's business development group that provides business to business (B2B) modular vehicle electrification solutions and services to outside customers.
For more information about Karma visit: Karma Automotive | Luxury Electric Cars
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German court rules in favor of RealD, finding LightSpeed DepthQ CineBright system infringed RealD's 3D cinema projection system patents
LONDON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A district court in Düsseldorf, Germany ruled in favour of global visual technology leader, RealD Inc., finding infringement of both asserted patents by the LightSpeed DepthQ CineBright two-beam system, it was announced today by RealD Inc.
The German court ordered a product recall and awarded injunctions, damages and costs against Lightspeed Inc., and LightSpeed's directors, for infringing on RealD's two-beam 3D cinema projection system patents (pat. numbers EP 2 469 336 and EP 2 067 066).
RealD's patented light-doubling 3D cinema systems deliver the most light efficiency of any other 3D cinema projection technology, and as a result, provide a superior projected 3D image at lower operating costs.
The rulings apply to the European patents and are the latest cases upholding and affirming RealD's patents around the world. Following a strong history of victories for RealD in numerous territories and regions including the United States, Europe, China, Japan, Russia and Australia, where the company's invention patents were successfully asserted, or challenges by infringers such as Master Image and Volfoni, were unsuccessful.
"RealD invests substantial resources in our mission to deliver the perfect visual image. To continue making such R&D commitments, we must hold infringers accountable for copying RealD's patented technologies and are delighted this German court has done just that," said Travis Reid, RealD's Chief Executive Officer.
Named three times as "Most Innovative Company" by Fast Company, RealD's mission is to perfect the visual experience on every screen and on every device. RealD pioneered digital 3D cinema and today has the world's largest 3D cinema platform with well over 2 billion people having experienced a movie in RealD 3D. RealD's network of theaters includes more than 30,000 installed screens in 75 countries with over 1,200 exhibition partners. As the world's premier visual technology innovator, RealD designs and licenses cutting-edge technologies that enable a premium viewing experience in the theater and on mobile and personal devices.
RealD has offices in Beverly Hills, Boulder, London, Moscow, Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong and Tokyo. For more information, please visit our website at www.reald.com
For further detailed information, the rulings from the Landgericht Düsseldorf are publicly accessible, having case numbers 4a O 73/20 and 4a O 15/21. See https://www.lg-duesseldorf.nrw.de/
The asserted European patents EP 2 469 336 and EP 2 067 066 are validated in various European territories.
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DOTHAN, Ala., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Construction Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROAD) (the "Company"), a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company specializing in the construction and maintenance of roadways across five southeastern states, today announced that it will participate in the Raymond James 2022 Diversified Industrials Conference. Members of the Company's management team are scheduled to meet with investors at the conference on August 23, 2022.
About Construction Partners, Inc.
Construction Partners, Inc. is a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company operating across five southeastern states, with 59 hot-mix asphalt plants, 14 aggregate facilities and one liquid asphalt terminal. Publicly funded projects make up the majority of its business and include local and state roadways, interstate highways, airport runways and bridges. The majority of the Company's public projects are maintenance-related. Private sector projects include paving and sitework for office and industrial parks, shopping centers, local businesses and residential developments. To learn more, visit www.constructionpartners.net.
Contact:
Rick Black / Ken Dennard
Dennard Lascar Investor Relations
ROAD@DennardLascar.com
(713) 529-6600
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Comparing patio umbrellas to beach umbrellas
A patio umbrella provides the perfect amount of shade to relax outside on your own or with friends and family. Their shady canopies make any patio more inviting by providing cover from the sun from morning to dusk.
If you’re planning for a day at the beach, you may be tempted to bring along your patio umbrella for some much-needed shade. However, patio umbrellas have unique features that aren’t ideal for a trip to the shore, making a beach umbrella the best choice for the occasion.
Patio umbrellas vs. beach umbrellas
Patio and beach umbrellas are built differently for many reasons. While patio umbrellas do provide sun protection for your deck or backyard, they are made specifically to stay in one spot, hold steady against changing weather and adjust based on the sun’s position.
Beach umbrellas, on the other hand, need to be light enough to carry, be able to sink into the sand, provide reliable UV protection and be easy to spot from a distance. With these contrasting features in mind, consider which umbrella is the best for your needs.
What makes a quality patio umbrella?
Sturdy anchors
Patio umbrellas rely on the weight of an anchor to hold them in place on the patio. Concrete, metal, wood or heavy-duty plastic are common materials. These anchors can be connected to the table for even more stability. The bulk and weight of these anchors make them ideal for staying put on a patio and cumbersome for lugging to the beach.
Heavy-duty materials
Patio umbrellas feature materials like steel and wood. They can withstand sun, snow, rain and wind with their sturdy construction and heavy anchors. Because of their weight, they are dangerous to use freestanding on the beach.
Wind-resistant flaps
Reinforced parts hold the patio umbrella steady while sitting at an outdoor table. There is not much give or flexibility in patio umbrellas. That’s great for providing shade and stability around an outdoor table. However, the lack of flexibility means a gust of wind could knock it over if not properly anchored, or if used at the beach.
Adjustable components
The best patio umbrellas come with the ability to adjust the shaded area by tilting the umbrella or by raising and lowering the pole. These features are more common in patio umbrellas as beach umbrellas tend to have one setting for easy portability.
What makes a quality beach umbrella?
Sharp anchors
Beach umbrellas need pointed, sharp anchors at the ends of their poles to nestle deep into the sand and hold the umbrella in place. The sand acts as the anchor for the umbrella so it can stay put and provide shade. If the pole sits too close to the surface of the sand, it can easily fall over.
Some beach umbrellas feature a corkscrew-like tip that makes it easier to manually twist into the sand and drive the pole deeper to stabilize it. The deeper you drill the umbrella’s pole, the more wind it can withstand without toppling over.
Lightweight materials
Materials like aluminum, fiberglass and plastic help keep beach umbrellas lightweight and easy to carry. They also make it easier to maneuver if you need to adjust the placement of your umbrella.
Beach umbrellas also tend to feature lightweight or stretchy materials that add flexibility so the umbrella can bend in the wind without being uprooted from the sand. If a beach umbrella does topple over, it isn’t likely to hurt anyone or cause damage.
UV protection
The canopy of a beach umbrella generally provides a wider shaded area than a patio umbrella. Its larger area is designed specifically for sun protection. High-quality umbrellas also feature material treated with UV protection so UV rays cannot penetrate the fabric.
Portability
One major difference between patio umbrellas and beach umbrellas is that beach umbrellas are meant to take on the go, while patio umbrellas stay in one spot. The portability of a beach umbrella is key to being able to carry it to the beach. Beach umbrellas are lightweight and often collapsible, so they are easy to carry and load into cars.
Visibility
As you meander along the beach, it’s important to be able to spot your party’s umbrella from a distance so you can always navigate back to find your belongings. Beach umbrellas come in a wide array of colors and patterns, so you can find yours easily. Patio umbrellas, on the other hand, tend to blend into their surroundings with more neutral colors.
Best umbrellas for the patio
Beachcrest Home Delossantos Market Umbrella
This delightful umbrella spans 9 feet wide and comes in 10 colors. The double scallop edges offer a cheery finish to the canopy fabric. It tilts and has a crank lift for easy setup.
Sold by Wayfair
EliteShade Sunbrella 9-Foot Market Umbrella
The solution-dyed acrylic fabric on this umbrella resists fading from the sun. The aluminum pole features a tilt and crank system. It’s available in more than a dozen colors.
Sold by Amazon
This patio umbrella features lightweight materials for affordable yet effective protection from the sun. It’s available in 15 colors to complement any patio decor.
Sold by Amazon
Hampton Bay LED Offset Patio Umbrella
For a splurge, this 11-foot umbrella offers ample sun protection. LED solar-powered lights illuminate your backyard at night. The cantilever mount keeps the umbrella anchored out of the way of your festivities.
Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Best umbrellas for the beach
Beachbub All-In-One Beach Umbrella System
This package includes all the components for a lightweight beach umbrella. It foregoes the need to dig a hole and instead uses sand to anchor the base of the umbrella to the ground like a weight. The whole package weighs less than 9 pounds, making it easy to pack up and carry when you’re done in the sun.
Sold by Amazon
This shaded shelter turns the idea of an umbrella on its side, literally. The canopy acts as a visor, rising up from the sand, covering 180 degrees behind you. Steel poles and ground stakes keep it in place, whether you stand it upright or tilt it against the sand.
Sold by Amazon
Frankford Umbrellas Commercial-Grade Beach Umbrella
A luxury beach trip deserves a luxurious beach umbrella. This commercial-grade umbrella spans 7 1/2 feet wide and features an ash wood pole with steel fixings. Though it weighs a bit more than its lighter counterparts, it can easily withstand wind gusts. Rich colors and stripes are reminiscent of destination vacations with the whole family.
Sold by Amazon
If you’re looking for a classic rainbow beach umbrella, this is a great option. A polyester 7 1/2-foot canopy with scalloped edges hangs over the fiberglass frame of the umbrella. The rainbow pattern is easy to spot from afar.
Sold by Amazon
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fictiv, the operating system for custom manufacturing, announced today a significant enhancement to its online platform that enables users to easily receive, review, and respond to injection molding design for manufacturability (DFM) feedback.
To manufacture an injection molding tool, engineers traditionally endure weeks of back-and-forth cycles with manufacturers to communicate on complex design feedback using email and powerpoint. This new, digital experience from Fictiv substantially streamlines the feedback loops and adds traceability and visibility to the DFM process for injection molding, centralizing communication in one fit-for-purpose platform.
"The DFM process for injection molding is ripe for technology innovation because of how complex it is, how much time it takes, and how inconsistent it can be," said Chris Lippi, chief product officer at Fictiv. "Our new online DFM experience for injection molding guides our customers through a unique and interactive design dialogue with Fictiv. We are now one step closer to an automated DFM experience that is currently delivered as part of our CNC and 3D printing offerings, and this is just the beginning."
Different from other online offerings for injection molding, Fictiv accommodates complex designs and tight tolerances to meet customers specifications without sacrifice. This is possible because of Fictiv's highly vetted network of injection molding partners in the U.S. and overseas, managed by its best-in-class operations team with headquarters in both regions. Additionally, Fictiv offers DFM feedback for injection molding pre-sale, which is rare in the industry, in order to help customers optimize designs early on and accelerate the tooling process.
To watch a video featuring Fictiv's new DFM experience for injection molding, visit the company's website.
About Fictiv
Fictiv is the operating system (OS) for custom manufacturing that makes it faster, easier, and more efficient to source and supply mechanical parts. Its intelligent OS, supported by best-in-class operations talent, orchestrates a network of highly vetted and managed partners around the globe for fast, high-quality manufacturing, from quote to delivery. To date, Fictiv has manufactured more than 20 million parts for early-stage companies and large enterprises alike, helping them innovate with agility and get products to market faster.
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HUHHOT, China, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 10, Brand Finance, the world's leading brand valuation and strategy consultancy, issued its Food & Drink 2022 report, identifying the most valuable and strongest brands in the food and beverage industries. Yili has been recognized as the World's Most Valuable Dairy Brand, retaining its leading position in the global dairy industry.
A company's brand is among the most valuable intangible assets it holds. While the Covid-19 pandemic has posed major challenges for the global dairy market, Yili still maintained strong growth of its brand value, increasing it by 10% to $10.6 billion and extending its lead in the ranking. Such growth was attributed to the company's robust business performance and social value.
Commercial value grows steadily
Yili's market capitalization has expanded 553 times since its listing in 1996, from RMB 421 million ($62.5 million) to RMB 232.8 billion ($34.56 billion) in 2022. It has remained one of the world's top five dairy producers for three consecutive years, with the annual revenue exceeding RMB 100 billion ($14.85 billion) last year. Over the years, Yili has maintained consistent business growth, generating solid and appealing returns for investors. The company has issued dividends 22 times totaling RMB 36.59 billion ($5.43 billion) since its listing, making it a preferred target for A-share value investors.
Yili aims to empower industrial development by focusing on modern industry clusters. The company has established several contemporary dairy industry clusters in Inner Mongolia, Ningxia, Gansu, Heilongjiang, Henan, Shandong, and Hebei, among other areas. The Yili Future Intelligence and Health Valley, known as the "Dairy Silicon Valley," is home to the world's largest intelligent production bases for liquid milk and infant formula, featuring the industry's highest level of digitization and the most advanced technologies. The National Center of Technology Innovation for Dairy (NCTID) and National Dairy Metrology and Testing Center have also settled into the Valley.
Social value boosts sustainable development
Commercial and social value are inextricably linked. Yili has incorporated sustainability into company strategies and has actively taken initiatives to create social value. The company is at the forefront of energy conservation, emission reduction, and other innovative carbon reduction practices. In addition, Yili is working with its partners to create a more sustainable future by carrying out initiatives in areas such as environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, youth health, poverty alleviation, and disaster relief.
In 2022, Yili has committed to achieving carbon neutrality across the entire industry chain by 2050. It has also launched China's first net-zero carbon dairy product series, including milk, yogurt, organic milk powder, and ice cream. Yili follows a green, low-carbon, circular development path by constructing smart green farms, promoting integrated farming, and carrying out other initiatives. In terms of eco-friendly manufacturing, Yili's brand Satine uses FSC-certified packaging on all of its goods. The brand is committed to promoting green consumption and healthy lifestyles.
"Yili's insight into the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic through the promotion of their brand's health benefits and the responsiveness of their supply chain allows them to reach over 2 billion consumers worldwide, which has resulted in a 23% increase in brand value since the beginning of the pandemic in 2020," the Brand Finance report noted. Its consumer-focused technological and product innovations also contribute to the brand's success and fuel the company's growth. As the world's most valuable dairy brand, Yili endeavors to achieve robust corporate growth and drive high-quality industrial development by creating commercial and social value.
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- Combining onvansertib with the PARP inhibitor (PARPi) olaparib led to statistically significant survival benefits compared to treatment with either agent alone in PARPi-resistant ovarian cancer models
- Onvansertib-olaparib combination was well tolerated in vivo
SAN DIEGO, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardiff Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRDF), a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging PLK1 inhibition to develop novel therapies across a range of cancers, today announced the results of preclinical studies evaluating the anti-cancer activity of onvansertib in combination with the PARP inhibitor (PARPi) olaparib in PARPi-resistant patient-derived xenograft (PDX) ovarian cancer models. The results are featured in a poster presentation at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting, which is taking place both virtually and in-person at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana from April 8-13, 2022.
"In these studies, we sought to evaluate how combining onvansertib with PARP inhibition, an approved maintenance treatment for ovarian cancer, might mitigate the known phenomenon of acquired tumor resistance to PARP inhibitors," said Tod Smeal, Ph.D., chief scientific officer at Cardiff Oncology. "We are very pleased with the results, which showed onvansertib and olaparib synergistically combining to generate strong activity against PARPi-resistant patient-derived ovarian cancer models. Given the current lack of effective treatment options for patients showing PARPi resistance, we believe these data are supportive of evaluating this combination within a PARPi-resistant clinical setting."
Preclinical studies featured in the AACR poster evaluated onvansertib-olaparib combination treatment in three olaparib-resistant patient-derived xenograft (PDX) ovarian cancer models. Two of the three PDX models used (MNHOC22, MNHOC266) were cisplatin-sensitive with a mutated BRCA1 gene, while the third (MNHOC316DDP) was cisplatin-resistant with wild type BRCA1. BRCA1-mutant tumor cells are deficient for homologous recombination (HR)-mediated DNA repair and are initially sensitive to PARPi. This suggests that PARPi resistance was acquired in the MNHOC22 and MNHOC266 tumors due to the restoration of HR-mediated DNA repair, while being naturally conferred in MNHOC316DDP tumors due to continuous HR-proficiency.
Data showed that combining onvansertib with olaparib led to a statistically significant survival benefit compared to treatment with either agent alone in each of the three evaluated PDX models. Results showed the combination was well tolerated.
An electronic copy of the poster and corresponding abstract, entitled, Combining PARP inhibition with the Polo-like kinase 1 (PLK1) inhibitor onvansertib overcomes PARP inhibitor resistance, is available to registered attendees of the AACR annual meeting on the meeting website. The in-person presentation will take place during the "Drug Resistance and Reversal of Resistance" poster session on April 12, 2022, from 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM CT. Following the meeting, the poster will be available on the "Scientific Presentations" section of the Cardiff Oncology website at https://cardiffoncology.com/scientific-presentations/.
About Cardiff Oncology, Inc.
Cardiff Oncology is a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging PLK1 inhibition to develop novel therapies across a range of cancers. Our lead asset is onvansertib, an oral highly selective PLK1 inhibitor, which we are evaluating in combination with standard-of-care (SOC) therapeutics in clinical programs targeting indications such as KRAS-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer, metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, and metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer. These programs and our broader development strategy are designed to target tumor vulnerabilities in order to overcome treatment resistance and deliver superior clinical benefit compared to the SOC. For more information, please visit https://www.cardiffoncology.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified using words such as "anticipate," "believe," "forecast," "estimated" and "intend" or other similar terms or expressions that concern Cardiff Oncology's expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. These forward-looking statements are based on Cardiff Oncology's current expectations and actual results could differ materially. There are several factors that could cause actual events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, clinical trials involve a lengthy and expensive process with an uncertain outcome, and results of earlier studies and trials may not be predictive of future trial results; our clinical trials may be suspended or discontinued due to unexpected side effects or other safety risks that could preclude approval of our product candidates; risks related to business interruptions, including the outbreak of COVID-19 coronavirus, which could seriously harm our financial condition and increase our costs and expenses; uncertainties of government or third party payer reimbursement; dependence on key personnel; limited experience in marketing and sales; substantial competition; uncertainties of patent protection and litigation; dependence upon third parties; and risks related to failure to obtain FDA clearances or approvals and noncompliance with FDA regulations. There are no guarantees that any of our technology or products will be utilized or prove to be commercially successful. Additionally, there are no guarantees that future clinical trials will be completed or successful or that any precision medicine therapeutics will receive regulatory approval for any indication or prove to be commercially successful. Investors should read the risk factors set forth in Cardiff Oncology's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and other periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. While the list of factors presented here is considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Unlisted factors may present significant additional obstacles to the realization of forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements included herein are made as of the date hereof, and Cardiff Oncology does not undertake any obligation to update publicly such statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
Cardiff Oncology Contact:
Vicki Kelemen
Chief Operating Officer
858-952-7652
vkelemen@cardiffoncology.com
Investor Contact:
Joyce Allaire
LifeSci Advisors
212-915-2569
jallaire@lifesciadvisors.com
Media Contact:
Amy Jobe, Ph.D.
LifeSci Communications
315-879-8192
ajobe@lifescicomms.com
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Integration provides remote and hybrid teams with a powerful alternative to screen sharing
LAS VEGAS, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluescape, a visual collaboration and online whiteboard platform, is teaming up with Webex to introduce Bluescape for Webex. This integration, announced at the Cisco Live event, enables users to communicate and collaborate seamlessly, providing a superior meeting experience.
The Bluescape for Webex app provides hybrid and remote teams with a powerful alternative to screen sharing by allowing them to add a Bluescape workspace to their existing Webex meeting application. From there, users can share images, videos, files, and other content in high fidelity on a secure workspace that can be attached to their meetings.
"The workplace is at a critical moment in time," says Bluescape CEO Peter Jackson. "The way we work isn't going to look like it did before 2020, so remote and hybrid teams need tools that meet their needs. That means tools that alleviate stress without compromising quality of work."
Teams can meet and collaborate on projects side-by-side to have better and more efficient meetings by bringing together the power of real-time communication with the flexibility of asynchronous collaboration. The Bluescape for Webex app will allow users to get more work done quickly through increased productivity and asynchronous work. Advantages of Bluescape's integration for Webex include:
- Enable better meetings through collaboration and whiteboarding tools
- Quickly attach a whiteboard to your Webex Meeting app
- Collaborate asynchronously with remote teams
- Capture content, discussion, and feedback in a persistent workspace that can be accessed anytime, anywhere
A Webex and a Bluescape account are required to use this integration. Teams can revolutionize their operations by clicking on "Apps" and selecting Bluescape to get started. You can sign up for Bluescape for free at www.bluescape.com/partners/webex. Once you sign in, you can select a workspace to add to Webex Meetings.
About Bluescape
Bluescape is the visual platform for high-value collaboration. We bring teams and their work together in one place to overcome information silos and communication barriers, propelling productivity and breakthrough innovation. Customers include Fortune 100 companies, government agencies, higher education, and media and entertainment. A Silicon Valley-based company, Bluescape was named one of the most innovative companies of 2021 by Fast Company. Visit Bluescape and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
About Cisco
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that has been making the Internet work since 1984. Our people, products, and partners help society securely connect and seize tomorrow's digital opportunities today. Discover more at thenetwork.cisco.com and follow us on Twitter at @Cisco.
Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. A listing of Cisco's trademarks can be found at www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company.
About Webex by Cisco
Webex is a leading provider of cloud-based collaboration solutions which includes video meetings, calling, messaging, events, customer experience solutions like contact center and purpose-built collaboration devices. Webex's focus on delivering inclusive collaboration experiences fuels our innovation, which leverages AI and Machine Learning, to remove the barriers of geography, language, personality, and familiarity with technology. Its solutions are underpinned with security and privacy by design. Webex works with the world's leading business and productivity apps – delivered through a single application and interface. Learn more at webex.com.
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SEATTLE, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm, is pleased to announce that the firm's Datalytics-Defense® second-generation e-billing solution has been recognized as the 2022 InsuranceERM Awards - Americas "Analytics Solution of the Year." The goal of the awards is to highlight enterprise risk management leaders in the Americas.
Datalytics-Defense is a complete end-to-end solution to manage defense cost invoices. The platform employs powerful data mining algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI) allowing insurers to leverage data contextualization and detect patterns in attorney billing practices, empowering them to make better business decisions and build better defense strategies.
In its award statement, InsuranceERM noted that "the tool has become ever more important in the current era of ramped up litigation—so-called social inflation—a major point of concern for US insurers as courts open up post-Covid." The judging panel also praised Datalytics-Defense for its ability to provide a macro approach into litigation spend and delivering actionable insights to clients.
"By extracting the intelligence from attorney invoices and leveraging that against the claim details, our clients are able to gain valuable insights into their defense costs and strategies," says Chad Karls, a Milliman principal and Datalytics team lead. "Presenting these analytics via interactive and easy to understand dashboards allows our clients to quickly identify savings opportunities."
Additional information about Datalytics Defense is available at https://www.milliman.com/en/datalytics.
For more information on the 2022 InsuranceERM Americas Awards, visit: https://www.insuranceerm.com/content/awards/insuranceerm-annual-awards-2022-americas/winners/analytics-solution-of-the-year-milliman.html
Milliman is among the world's largest providers of actuarial and related products and services. The firm has consulting practices in healthcare, property & casualty insurance, life insurance and financial services, and employee benefits. Founded in 1947, Milliman is an independent firm with offices in major cities around the globe. For further information, visit milliman.com.
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More than 50,000 small and medium-sized businesses have downloaded the multicamera app, Live2.Social
MIAMI, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Streann Media announced the launch of Live2.Social, the first multi-camera video app for iOS and Android. The disrupting service is the next-generation tool for content creators to produce outstanding quality video from their mobile devices with multiple camera angles.
The key benefit of multi-camera is that creators can literally be in two or more places at once: They can go live on different social media platforms, and they can add exclusive features like behind-the-scenes clips, interviews, tours, and more.
"We are thrilled to push new boundaries and build the new era of video content creation! This market is huge, and now video creators worldwide will be able to bring remote production to the next level with Live2.Social. Multi Camera streaming is expensive, not anymore. We are lowering significantly the cost of quality video production while increasing content creation mobility," commented Gio Punzo, CEO of Streann Media.
The dominance of streaming services and social media platforms continues to disrupt the media world, enabling the rise of hundreds of millions of independent creators who upload video on a daily basis. Now we are witnessing the beginning of a new era. Up until now, social media and monetization platforms have provided creators the means to distribute their content, while generating limited revenue. These creators, realizing that social media platforms have all the control, have begun experimenting with Web 3.0 innovations, experimenting successfully with nonfungible tokens (NFTs), cryptocurrency, and even the Metaverse. They are discovering for the first time how these crypto-assets provide them with control over the distribution and monetization of their content and likeness.
The acceleration of digital video tools for broadcasters, schools, churches, influencers, e-commerce, real estate, and corporations is here to stay, as mobile video represents try far the largest share of internet traffic around the world. Live2.Social is a perfect solution to make quality programs, gatherings, round tables, interviews, events, and visual radio, with live broadcasts through YouTube, Facebook Live, Twitch Live, LinkedIn, and OTT platforms.
The app is free for 10 minutes of streaming, with paid weekly, monthly, and yearly tiers. Additional Web 3.0 features will be released in Q4 2022 and available via in-app purchase. The App is available globally, on Apple and Google stores, in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian language.
On September 6th, 2022 Live2.Social will be available on one of the biggest technology marketplaces in the world.
Streann Media®️ is the world's most innovative and interactive content creation, distribution, engagement, and monetization streaming platform. With Streann, content providers can create live streaming content and build next-generation Web 3.0 business models, with more than 150 proprietary features. Established in Miami, Florida, the company has won several industry awards for its innovations and has millions of active users in 141 geographies. For more information, visit www.streann.com.
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Document with foreign government’s nuclear information found at Mar-a-Lago, report says
(CNN) - A Washington Post report said agents who searched former President Donald Trump’s home in Mar-a-Lago last month found a document describing a foreign government’s military defenses, including its nuclear capabilities.
The report highlights the concerns of U.S. intelligence officials about classified material that Trump kept in his Florida home.
The Post did not identify the foreign government named in the document.
The Post also reported some of the seized documents detail top-secret U.S. operations that are so closely guarded that many senior national security officials are kept in the dark about them.
Only the president, some cabinet members, or a near-cabinet-level official could authorize other officials to know the details.
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This news release constitutes a "designated news release" for the purposes of the Company's prospectus supplement dated October 15, 2021, to its short form base shelf prospectus dated September 10, 2021.
TSX: GPR | NYSE American: GPL
VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Great Panther Mining Limited (TSX:GPR) (NYSE-A:GPL) ("Great Panther" or the "Company"), reports that, with the authorization and approval of its Board of Directors, it has determined to file a notice of intention to make a proposal (the "NOI") under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (Canada) (the "BIA") today, which will provide creditor protection while the Company seeks to restructure its affairs.
The decision to seek creditor protection was taken after careful consideration of available alternatives, the Company's cash position, forecasted revenue and expenses (including in relation to its subsidiaries), and scheduled debt payments. The Company expects that it is likely to default on several material debtor agreements due to liquidity constraints stemming from the operational challenges previously disclosed, inflationary pressures significantly impacting costs, unforeseen but necessary capital expenditures, and contractor mobilization delays because of equipment availability issues. Following consultation with its legal and financial advisors, the Board of Directors determined that it was in the best interests of the Company and its stakeholders to file the NOI and obtain creditor protection. The Board of Directors also authorized management to seek the conversion of the BIA proceedings into proceedings under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (Canada) (the "CCAA") should management determine that CCAA proceedings would be more appropriate.
The effect of the NOI is an immediate stay of proceedings for 30 days, which may be extended by subsequent court order. Filing the NOI will allow the Company to pursue available options to maximize the Company's value for stakeholders. Importantly, the Company will continue to operate and will remain in control of its business. While the Company is exploring strategic and financial alternatives to maximize stakeholder value in the proposed proceedings, the failure of the Company to achieve its restructuring goals through an approved proposal would result in the Company being deemed to have made an assignment into bankruptcy.
Alvarez & Marsal Canada Inc. has been appointed as proposal trustee pursuant to the BIA (the "Proposal Trustee") to monitor the Company's operations and restructuring. Information and materials filed in connection with the NOI proceedings can be found on the Proposal Trustee's website at www.alvarezandmarsal.com/GPR.
Due to the above-mentioned liquidity constraints, the Company's Brazilian subsidiary, Mina Tucano Ltda. ("Mina Tucano"), intends to enter a temporary care and maintenance period while the Company explores alternatives to maximize value for all stakeholders. As a part of this process, the Company has terminated several material contracts with suppliers. The Company intends to continue to process stockpiles during the care and maintenance period and work with its suppliers to maximize stakeholder value.
Great Panther Mining is a precious metals producer focused on the operation of the Tucano Gold Mine in Brazil where the Company controls a land package covering nearly 200,000 hectares in the prospective Vila Nova Greenstone belt. Great Panther trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange trading under the symbol GPR and on the NYSE American under the symbol GPL.
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws (together, "forward-looking statements"). Such forward-looking statements include but are not limited to (i) the Company's continued operation and control of its business, (ii) the Company's consideration of strategic and financial alternatives to maximize shareholder value, (iii) the Company's ability to process stockpiles during the care and maintenance period.
These forward-looking statements and information reflect the Company's current views with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant operational, business, economic and regulatory risks and uncertainties, including risks related to the restructuring process and its impact on the Company's operations and financial conditions, uncertainty regarding the Company's ability to identify and pursue strategic alternatives that will maximize stakeholder value and the risks described in respect of Great Panther in its most recent annual information form and management's discussion and analysis filed with the Canadian Securities Administrators and available at www.sedar.com and its most recent annual report on Form 40-F and management's discussion and analysis on Form 6-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available at www.sec.gov.
There is no assurance that these forward-looking statements will prove accurate or that actual results will not vary materially from these forward-looking statements. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, described, or intended. Accordingly, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward looking statements. Forward-looking statements and information are designed to help readers understand management's current views of our near- and longer-term prospects and may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not intend, nor does it assume any obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements or information, whether as a result of new information, changes in assumptions, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable law.
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Family gives update on woman mauled by dogs, says ‘prayers are working’
ABBEVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (WHNS/Gray news) – A South Carolina woman continues to fight for her life at a local hospital after being attacked by three dogs, including two pit bulls, last month.
The Abbeville County Sheriff’s Office said Kyleen Waltman was viciously attacked outside of a home in Abbeville County on March 21.
WHNS reports she was walking from a friend’s home to her mother’s house when the attack happened.
She had to be airlifted to a medical facility. Both arms were amputated and part of her colon was removed after the attack. She may have to have her esophagus removed as well, her family said.
Waltman has been sedated so she doesn’t aggravate her spinal cord by trying to move, but family members said she was fully awake Monday and was told about the injuries to her arms.
Family members said the news gave her a lot of anxiety, so she was sedated again.
“The Lord has brought her this far for a reason. Her story is not done... She’s still fighting. Prayers are working and she’s healing slowly,” Waltman’s sister, Shenna Green, wrote in an update on GoFundMe.
Waltman was scheduled to get a prosthetic on her right arm. However, according to her family, doctors had to remove her arm to her shoulder due to an infection detected.
The woman’s sister said Waltman is a mother of three and recently became a grandmother.
“She just found out she’s a grandma and she can’t even hold the grandbaby,” Green said. “That’s going to be devastating.”
The dogs in the attack were seized by Abbeville County Animal Control, and police said their investigation remains ongoing.
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Senior living community residents can now make voice commands to control Enseo's TV and apartment controls
PLANO, Texas, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Enseo, the premier senior living technology services provider, and Volara, the voice hub for the senior living industry, have integrated to bring voice controls to Enseo's resident TV and apartment controls solutions. The integration with Volara enables community residents to use voice commands to control the TV in-room entertainment suite and smart apartment controls powered by CORE by Enseo. This solution provides residents in senior living communities the option to use natural, familiar voice commands to manage their apartment TV experience, eliminating the need to stand or move.
"We are thrilled to partner with Volara to offer voice-enabled controls to our residents to address the unique challenges and growing technical demands in the senior living space," said Margaret DeVinney, Senior Living Strategist at Enseo. "When developing solutions for senior living communities, we strive to implement features to keep residents safe while creating a more familiar, easy to use and convenient experience."
The new voice control feature is an important tool for fall prevention. Implementing voice controls allows residents to make commands from a safe, seated position, eliminating the need for residents to locate a remote or stand up to make apartment adjustments. Volara will provide voice-based conversation management software and its secure integration hub to Enseo's technology while also protecting communities' proprietary data from disclosure to the major natural language processing platforms.
The integration allows residents to control the TV including searching channels, and selecting streaming apps, as well as controlling the room environment like temperature, lighting, window shades and more. Enseo has deeply integrated Volara's solution into the CORE platform. Enseo customers who enable Volara Voice Controls can expect the same detailed data and reporting streams they're accustomed to, including real-time data updates, remote monitoring, management, and more.
"We are excited to work with Enseo to bring voice control to their senior living customers," said David Berger, Volara CEO. "By combining voice with TV technologies and apartment controls technologies, together we are changing the resident experience with solutions that increase convenience and safety."
This partnership comes on the heels of the recent announcement of CORE by Enseo, an upgrade of Enseo's trusted Enseo Entertainment Experience, E3. CORE powers Enseo's complete product offering, including TV, Managed WiFi, Smart Apartment Room Controls, and Safety and Staff Support. To learn more, visit https://enseo.com/senior-living/.
About Enseo, LLC
Enseo is the premier technology services provider in the U.S., offering solutions in hospitality, senior living and education. Located in Plano, TX, Enseo has been engineering innovative hardware and software solutions for 22 years that deliver digital entertainment, managed WiFi, smart room automation (IoT) and energy management, and safety and staff solutions including employee emergency alert system, MadeSafe®, and touchless technology. Enseo is enjoyed by more than 85 million users annually.
Enseo has been recognized for excellence on Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators, a Financial Times's America's Fastest Growing Companies, one of the best Entrepreneurial Companies in America for three consecutive years by Entrepreneur Magazine's Entrepreneur 360 List, and consistently recognized on the Inc. 5000. For more information, please visit www.enseo.com.
About Volara
Volara provides voice-based resident engagement software running on hardware like the Amazon Echo and Google Nest Hub, among others. Our tools are used by property managers, creative agencies, and technology integrators to easily enable memorable voice-based experiences at scale. Customized to the specific property and business, Volara knows how to get residents talking and senior living communities benefitting from the power of voice-based engagement. www.volara.io
For further information please contact:
Kelsey Donovan, Enseo
Tel: (972) 234-2513
kdonovan@enseo.com
www.enseo.com
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DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — At a small plaza in Davos, a picturesque Swiss town in the middle of the Alps, about 50 climate activists gathered on Thursday to bring attention to issues they said were largely ignored during this week’s World Economic Forum meeting.
They said more attention needed to be on human suffering, particularly in developing countries experiencing severe weather events like heat waves and floods. They said there was no talk at all of reparations, often referred to as “loss and damage,” for poor countries that have contributed little to global warming but are experiencing some of the worst effects. And finally, they said the calls for a transition to renewables were hollow, as they were not joined by talk of plans to phase out fossil fuels.
“Hey, hey! Ho, ho! Fossil fuels have to go!” some chanted at the gathering, about a 10-minute walk from the main convention center, where meetings between politicians, business leaders, scientists, academics, journalists and others took place Monday through Thursday.
The elite forum, the first in person since 2020, was held at a time that the world’s top climate scientists have warned that greenhouse gases need to be sharply curbed this decade to keep temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 Fahrenheit) since pre-industrial times. Emissions like carbon dioxide warm the planet, which leads to destabilizing weather events and other problems.
Ilyess ElKortbi, a climate activist from Ukraine who fled to Germany after Russia invaded in late February, said before coming to Davos he thought that annual United Nations climate summits were the “worst places with empty words and empty promises.” What he saw here was worse.
“People ignored the facts,” he said. “People continued to speak as if nothing happened while children and families die every day in Ukraine and lose their future just as I lost my future.”
ElKortbi, who said two of his friends had died in the war, argued that the invasion would not have happened had the European Union fully moved away from fossil fuels years ago, as many scientists and activists have long advocated. ElKortbi noted that much oil and gas that Europe uses comes from Russia, so buying that energy essentially helps fund the war.
The forum did include many discussions about climate change and the environment. Of the more than 270 panels, 90 of them, or about one third, were related to climate change, from biodiversity loss to technologies focused on removing carbon dioxide from the air. Those panels also included a handful that featured youth climate activists such as Cassidy Miligruak Kramer from Alaska, Helena Gualinga from Ecuador and Vanessa Nakate from Uganda.
Government officials, such as U.S. Special Envoy for Climate John Kerry and Denmark Environment Minister Lea Wermelin, spoke about the need to transition to green energies and hold companies to account when it came to their emissions. And there was an announcement of the expansion of a large public-private partnership to buy green energies across supply chains of companies, all aimed at sending market signals to speed up innovation.
But for young activists, who often argue that younger generations will inherit climate change problems not confronted today, the problem wasn’t the lack of discussion around climate change, but rather what things were not a focus. There was a lot of talk about economic growth, fears of a recession and even green technologies, but little about how to help people being hurt by climate change, they said.
“Many people here are disconnected from the reality,” said Nakate, who spoke to the small group of demonstrators. “They are in a bubble. They are in their own world.”
In many ways, Davos is indeed its own world. The town of about 10,000 people, in one of the world’s most expensive nations, is a popular for skiing in the winter and for hiking and other outdoor activities in the summer. Boutique shops and hotels line a handful of central streets. Stunning views of the mountains, some with snowcaps even in May, can be taken in from just about anywhere.
Activists who can come, either with sponsorships or on their own, either stay in adjoining towns, where lodging is a little cheaper, or crash in sleeping bags and tents at an area called Arctic Base Camp. They and others, such as scientists, also participate in panels around town that are not part of the World Economic Forum program.
“Was it worth it?” said Gualinga, the Ecuadorean activist who focuses on oil companies operating in the Amazon, reflecting on the week. “I think it is essential” for activists to be here, she said.
“We’re not going to be able to find the solutions that we need if the people that are affected by the climate change, by the fossil fuels industry, are not directly active in the decision making.”
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Xoran Technologies® announces they have begun work on Phase 2 of their mobile lung grant with the goal to confirm the safety and utility of a future thoracic point-of-care CT system in support of an FDA 510k submission.
"It's hard to overstate how transformative this technology would be for us in the ICU," says Robert Dickson, MD, Associate Professor—Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, Associate Professor—Microbiology & Immunology, and a clinical collaborator, all at the University of Michigan. "Every day, we make clinical decisions based on chest X-rays, which are limited in what they can tell us about what is going on in the chest or abdomen. Our patients are often too sick to transport down to radiology, or they have a communicable disease like COVID-19 that we don't want to spread around the hospital. A bedside scanner would have immediate impact in how we manage our sickest patients."
In 2021, Xoran Technologies was notified of a grant award from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support the company's research and development efforts for lung cone beam computed tomography (CT) imaging. Earlier this year, Xoran announced they completed Phase 1 of this grant. Just last month, Xoran submitted its 510k for TRON™, an open-bore fluoroscopy CT for full-body point-of-care imaging.
"We greatly appreciate the support from NHLBI as well as a fantastic collaboration with doctors at the University of Michigan," states William van Kampen, Xoran's Chief Technology Officer and principal investigator on the project. "This grant enables us to obtain valuable clinical feedback and accelerate our commercialization of this exciting technology and help bring imaging to patients who are in great need."
This project allows Xoran to optimize a point-of-care solution specifically for lung imaging. The combined Xoran and U of M teams aim to develop a highly deployable CT scanner intended for use in ICU, especially for patients with acute respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation.
NIH: Research reported in this news release was supported by the NHLBI of NIH under Award Number 4R44HL158452-02. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health.
NHLBI is the global leader in conducting and supporting research in heart, lung, and blood diseases and sleep disorders that advances scientific knowledge, improves public health, and saves lives.
The team at the Weil Institute for Critical Care Research & Innovation is dedicated to pushing the leading edge of research to develop new technologies and novel therapies for the most critically ill and injured patients. Through a unique formula of innovation, integration, and entrepreneurship, their multi-disciplinary teams of health providers, basic scientists, engineers, and data scientists, commercialization coaches, donors and industry partners are taking a boundless approach on re-imagining every aspect of critical care medicine. For more information, visit Weil Institute.
The University of Michigan was founded in 1817 and is a state-supported institution with a national and international reputation for excellence in scholarship. The Ann Arbor campus enrolls more than 43,000 students annually, including over 15,000 graduate students. The Michigan Center for Integrative Research in Critical Care is a collaborative center within the University of Michigan dedicated to improving the care of patients with critical illness by uniting the diverse expertise of faculty from across the institution.
Since 2001, Xoran is the pioneer and medical market leader in low-dose radiation, cone beam CT systems specifically designed for the patient's point-of-care. Providers around the world rely on our industry leading MiniCAT™, xCAT™, and veterinary CT systems: VetCAT and vTRON, to diagnose and treat patients.
Xoran is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
For more information visit www.xorantech.com
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RADNOR, Pa., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Main Line Health today announced that its acute care hospitals have been rated as top national performers in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) latest Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings, with Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Paoli Hospital and Riddle Hospital all ranked in the highest tiers.
The overall ratings show how well each hospital performed on average compared to others in the United States. The ratings range from one to five stars. Results are based on data from 2020 and 2021, highlighting Main Line Health's commitment to quality and safety during the pandemic.
Main Line Health acute care hospitals received the following ratings:
- Lankenau Medical Center — 5 stars
- Bryn Mawr Hospital — 5 stars
- Paoli Hospital — 5 stars
- Riddle Hospital — 4 stars
The Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings summarize data from a variety of measures across five categories—mortality, safety of care, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care. Overall, 13.8% of hospitals received 5 stars.
"This is an incredible achievement but is no surprise," said Jack Lynch, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer, Main Line Health. "Every day, our employees, medical staff and volunteers go above and beyond to ensure that patients receive the highest quality of care. Achieving excellence in patient safety and patient experience is not just the responsibility of those at the bedside. It involves a collective commitment by every member of our team because we all have a role in making Main Line Health a great place to give and receive care. Congratulations to all of our employees for their dedication to our patients, visitors and staff."
For more information about the ratings, visit the CMS Care Compare site.
About Main Line Health
Founded in 1985, Main Line Health is a not-for-profit health system serving Philadelphia and its western suburbs. Main Line Health's commitment—to deliver advanced medicine for treating and curing disease, playing an important role in prevention and disease management as well as training physicians and other health care providers—reflects our intent to be the region's premier choice for clinical care, research, and education. A team of more than 10,000 employees, 3,000 nurses and 2,000 physicians care for patients throughout the Main Line Health System.
At Main Line Health's core are four of the region's most respected acute care hospitals—Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Paoli Hospital and Riddle Hospital—as well as one of the nation's premier facilities for rehabilitative medicine, Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital.
Main Line Health also includes Mirmont Treatment Center for drug and alcohol recovery; Main Line Health HomeCare & Hospice, which includes skilled home health care, hospice and home infusion services; Main Line Health Centers, primary and specialty care, lab and radiology, and other outpatient services located in Broomall, Collegeville, Concordville, Exton, King of Prussia and Newtown Square; Lankenau Institute for Medical Research, a biomedical research organization; and Main Line HealthCare, one of the region's largest multispecialty physician networks.
Main Line Health is the recipient of numerous awards for quality care, and service, including U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, System Magnet® designation; the nation's highest distinction for nursing excellence and the Mid-Atlantic Alliance for Performance Excellence (MAAPE) Excellence Award. Main Line Health is committed to creating an environment of diversity, respect, equity, and inclusion, has proudly received awards in this area and has embraced the American Hospital Association's #123forEquity Pledge to Act to eliminate disparities in care. We are dedicated to advancing patient-centered care, education, and research to help patients stay healthy and live their best lives.
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By integrating with the SAP® Business ByDesign® solution, Celigo's app delivers optimized ecommerce operations through end-to-end business process automation
SAN MATEO, Calif., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celigo Inc., a leading enterprise-wide integration platform as a service (iPaaS) company for the mid-market, today announced that its Amazon MWS Integration for SAP® Business ByDesign® is now available on SAP® Store, the online marketplace for SAP and partner offerings. Celigo's solution enables both IT and non-IT users to set up and manage order-to-cash automations between the SAP Business ByDesign solution and Amazon MWS, helping to optimize customer experiences and ecommerce operations.
"Automated ecommerce has quickly become the standard that shoppers have come to expect, and Amazon has set that standard. Customers expect accurate orders, flawless customer service, the lowest prices possible, and fast delivery," said Randal Davis, Director of Channel Sales at Celigo. "High Amazon ratings are invaluable, and we help our customers maintain them. We continue to expand our ecommerce integrations to help businesses that use SAP technology and the partners who serve them to optimize their ecommerce business processes and provide an advantage in a competitive market."
The availability of Celigo's Amazon MWS Integration on SAP Store will enable IT, line-of-business teams, and functional consultants to automate both common and custom ecommerce business processes with these capabilities and features:
- Building the solution on Celigo's iPaaS leads to extensibility, customization, scalability, monitoring, and error management, which are not possible with point-to-point solutions or custom builds
- Comprehensive flows out of the box allow syncing of orders, order cancellations, fulfillments, and inventory levels to improve operational efficiency and customer experience
- Intuitive setup without coding guides users through the process of setting up the integrations without worrying about APIs or code, sparing valuable IT resources
- Data integration flows can be customized and expanded with Celigo's iPaaS, without requiring technical resources
- No transaction limits or fees allow customers to synchronize data across all sales channels (including social and phone orders) between Amazon MWS and SAP Business ByDesign to help ensure timely processing of orders and inventory visibility
Learn more about Celigo's automation solutions for SAP or join us at the SAP SMB Innovation Summit 2022 in Dublin on June 14-16.
SAP Store, found at store.sap.com, delivers a simplified and connected digital customer experience for finding, trying, buying, and renewing more than 2,000 solutions from SAP and its partners. There, customers can find the SAP solutions and SAP-validated solutions they need to grow their business. And for each purchase made through SAP Store, SAP will plant a tree.
Celigo is a partner in the SAP PartnerEdge® program. The SAP PartnerEdge program provides the enablement tools, benefits, and support to facilitate building high-quality, disruptive applications focused on specific business needs – quickly and cost-effectively.
Celigo is the leading enterprise-wide Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) for the mid-market. Named a G2 Best Software for 2021, Celigo enables breakaway growth, controlled cost management, and superior customer experiences by ensuring that every process -- at any level of the organization -- can be automated in the most optimal way. For more information, visit www.celigo.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.
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Announcements Include Launch of Hyperledger Solang, Release of Hyperledger FireFly 1.1, Details on Hyperledger Besu Ethereum Client Incentive Program, Introduction of Free Self-Sovereign Identity Training Course
SAN FRANCISCO and DUBLIN, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyperledger Foundation, the open, global ecosystem for enterprise blockchain technologies, today announced news from across its diverse and expanding ecosystem at Hyperledger Global Forum 2022 (#HyperledgerForum, HGF). From launches and releases on the Hyperledger project front to new products, partnership, deployments and innovations from Hyperledger Members, there is a surround sound of developments being unveiled at this week's event.
The opening keynote today addresses one of the biggest developments on the horizon. The talk, Hyperledger Besu and the Upcoming Merge, will feature Tim Beiko of the Ethereum Foundation and Hart Montgomery, CTO of the Hyperledger Foundation.
Other keynotes taking place today include:
- Blockchain as a Public Good: How Public Infrastructure Networks are Driving Adoption and Making an Impact across Europe and Latin America - Juan Jiménez Zaballos, Alastria; Ilan Melendez Lugo, LACChain / LACNet; Hilary Carter, Linux Foundation
- ESG with a Bit of Help from Indy - Dr. Andreas Kind, Vice President Cybersecurity & Trust, Siemens AG
- Decentralized Identity: Where We Are and Where We Going - Heather Dahl, CEO, Indicio; Kaliya Young, Identity Expert, Identity Woman; Marie Wallace, Distinguished Engineer, IBM; Drummond Reed, Director of Trust Services, Avast
Free live streaming of keynotes is available here.
"The energy and excitement of the global Hyperledger community is on full display here at Hyperledger Global Forum," said Daniela Barbosa, Executive Director, Hyperledger Foundation, and General Manager Blockchain, Healthcare and Identity at the Linux Foundation. "From demos and workshops to keynotes and case studies, there is endless evidence of the scope and scale of what we are building together and the growing market impact of this collective work. And, as this line-up of news from across the community shows, we are just getting started. The innovation and adoption will only accelerate from here."
Project and Ecosystem News
New Project: Hyperledger Solang
The Hyperledger Technical Steering committee approved a new project, Hyperledger Solang, which is a compiler for Solidity source code and targets different blockchains. The Solidity programming language is the most popular language for smart contracts, and there is clear interest from many blockchains to have support for it. Although some blockchains emulate an EVM environment to maintain compatibility with Solidity built with Solc, they then cannot access features that are missing from Ethereum. Hyperledger Solan offers the ability to compile Solidity to the native execution environment, opening up access to new features and creating many possibilities for innovation in the Solidity language.
Currently, Hyperledger Solang supports Solana and Polkadot (Substrate).
Hyperledger FireFly 1.1 Release
A new Hyperledger FireFly release, version 1.1, includes new functionality that makes it possible for FireFly users to deploy multiple blockchain applications connecting to multiple chains from a single console. The FireFly Supernode now supports two operation modes: Web3 Gateway and Consortium. Web3 Gateway mode configures the FireFly Supernode to connect to a number of chains with transaction orchestration and state indexing. A revamped and expanded connector framework now includes EVMconnect, a robust connector for simple connection management to public blockchains with templates available for Ethereum, Polygon, Avalanche, Optimism, BNB Chain, and more. Consortium mode activates a number of capabilities for FireFly nodes to connect in a B2B network and exchange data through off-chain and on-chain rails. FireFly also now supports multi-tenancy through the use of namespaces. These new features enable enterprises to accelerate their web3 adoption.
Creation of Hyperledger Cacti
In a Hyperledger first, the community has decided to merge two systems (architectures as well as code bases). Hyperledger Cactus and Weaver, a Hyperledger Lab, will come together to be Hyperledger Cacti, a multi-faceted interoperability platform that will draw on the cutting-edge technical features of Cactus and Weaver and provide a clear path forward for users of both technologies.
Hyperledger Besu Client Incentive Program Kicks Off
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has opted to include Hyperledger Besu in the Execution Layer Client Incentive Program (ELCIP) to foster the community development of enterprise-grade blockchain software. The program, which kicks off with the Merge, will provide execution-layer client teams with locked ETH in the form of live validators to be released according to certain milestones, including post-merge performance and progress towards enabling withdrawals from the beacon chain.
Hyperledger Besu is one of the top three most popular Ethereum execution clients according to Ethernode. EF is making this strategic investment to engage the Hyperledger Besu community in ensuring a diversity of clients and overall health of the network.
"The diverse community is what makes Ethereum special, empowering from builders in underserved or emerging economies to leading enterprises and beyond," said Aya Miyaguchi, Executive Director at Ethereum Foundation. "Similarly a diverse client distribution helps keep Ethereum distributed and healthy, and I applaud the Hyperledger Besu team for their Execution Layer work for Ethereum, and wish you all a great Global Forum this year."
New, Free "Getting Started with Self-Sovereign Identity" Course
To make it easier for enterprises to implement Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) to put their users at the center of their digital identity, Linux Foundation Training & Certification has released a new online training course, Getting Started with Self-Sovereign Identity (LFS178x). The free, six-to-seven hour course is geared to business and government decision makers looking to get started with SSI on a solid foundation. The course provides a 360 degree overview of its evolutionary journey, key concepts, standards, technological building blocks, use cases, real-world examples and implementation considerations.
Hyperledger Foundation is also hosting an In-depth Member Webinar with Indicio on "Scaling verifiable digital credentials using open source technology" on October 5.
Hyperledger Member News
BTP – announced the general availability of its blockchain-backed, domain-agnostic provenance solution Chronicle. Organizations across industries can now take advantage of Chronicle's capabilities, and keep immutable provenance records that capture the origin and life journey of their physical and digital assets, including ownership history. By recording it on a distributed ledger, provenance information becomes more trustworthy, and its management is more efficient. Chronicle is available with Hyperledger Sawtooth as its default backing ledger, with support for other industry-leading distributed ledgers in the pipeline. Read the full press release here.
BTP – upgraded its blockchain management platform Sextant, by adding support for the distributed ledger software Hyperledger Fabric 2.0. Fabric is now joining Hyperledger Besu and Hyperledger Sawtooth, which the company's clients have already been using in production. Sextant's makeover also includes a marketplace for deployments that will allow users to easily select the option that best suits their needs and use case requirements. Chronicle on Sawtooth will now appear as a new deployment option – in this marketplace – that clients can choose. Read the full press release here.
Espeo Blockchain – recently connected Microsoft Sharepoint technology with a transparent and immutable layer of Hyperledger Fabric for HLB, which is a global network of independent advisory and accounting firms. The new blockchain backend is a game changer in terms of transparency. It's because only verified, approved and standardized data points will be added to the blockchain ledger. At the same time, users still work with the same Microsoft UI they are used to. That enables member firms to access and verify referral and project data in real-time. It also eliminates the need for a siloed process of reconciliation, which makes settlements far simpler and more reliable. More information is available at https://espeoblockchain.com/
Indicio – recently announced the launch of Indicio Proven™, a complete, open source solution for authenticating and sharing high value data in a privacy-preserving way using verifiable digital credentials. Built on Hyperledger Aries, Hyperledger Ursa, Hyperledger Indy, AnonCreds, and DIDComm, Proven is designed to make implementing and using these open source codebases simple, providing users with a fully-owned solution that's easy to integrate with existing systems, to innovate on, and to scale. Proven uses the Indicio Network (TempNet, TestNet, DemoNet, MainNet), a professionally maintained, enterprise grade Hyperledger Indy-based network for the exchange of verifiable credentials. Learn more at Indicio.tech.
IoBuilders – has coordinated, designed and implemented a digital bond platform as partner of the Spanish Stock exchange BME. Using the platform, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), with the help of BBVA, issued a two year $10 million blockchain-based bond, the first Spanish bond to be listed on a regulated market. The platform uses a private network based on Hyperledger Besu Ethereum client, where the bond and the money are tokenized, and overall security and cash payment are settled. Read more about it here.
Kaleido – has introduced support for enterprise App Chains, an exciting technology allowing the creation of highly scalable, application-specific chains that can connect to the Web3 ecosystem via bridges or rollups. The first App Chain framework to be supported on the Kaleido Platform is Polygon Edge, and we have formed a partnership with Polygon to accelerate enterprise web3 adoption. Kaleido is also pleased to announce that Hyperledger FireFly version 1.1 is now supported on Kaleido's Blockchain Business Cloud. With the new functionality in FireFly, users will be able to manage multiple blockchain use cases from a single console and connect with leading public blockchains including Ethereum, Polygon, Avalanche, Optimism, BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Moonbeam, Fantom and more.
The National FinTech Center at Morgan State University – announced The 3rd Annual National HBCU Blockchain and FinTech Conference. This conference is The Center's premier event for connecting with university leaders, faculty, and students discussing today's challenges and opportunities, and shaping the future of FinTech education and research. On November 06-08, 2022 in Orlando, FL, The National FinTech Center will provide a forum for the faculty, students, and administrators in the FinTech Center's HBCU Network to hear and discuss the findings of sponsored research, outcomes of sponsored innovative blockchain projects at various HBCUs, FinTech workshops, and HBCU Presidents' Summit: Digital Transformation, Research, and Education at HBCUs. Click HERE for more information. Any questions, please contact tyneissa.walters@morgan.edu.
SIMBA Chain - recently released SIMBA Blocks, a Smart-Contract as a Service platform. Blocks allows users to build on private, public and hybrid chains, including Hyperledger Fabric, with no chain lock-in. The SIMBA Blocks platform auto-generates virtual REST APIs that connect to smart contracts on various protocols - letting you write once and deploy to many with minor configuration. These chain-agnostic APIs simplify application integrations, reducing deployment times by weeks or months. Learn why companies like Boeing (using Hyperledger Fabric to track F/A-18 parts across four data warehouses) rely on SIMBA Chain for their blockchain solutions at simbachain.com.
Zeeve – introduced a major upgrade to its platform, a best-in-class offering for enterprise-grade Hyperledger Fabric automation. Now users can add more organizations to their deployed Hyperledger Fabric networks on runtime and scale up/down the number of nodes. Zeeve has also improved network monitoring & alerting and added the ability to directly download connection profiles of Fabric networks to applications. In addition, in addition to support for Golang, Zeeve has added NodeJS chaincodes support in CD pipelines using Zeeve CLI. Learn more: https://www.zeeve.io/blockchain-protocols/deploy-hyperledger-fabric/
Zeeve – launched IPFS as a service for decentralized applications with two options:- endpoints and dedicated nodes. The focus has been to make it very easy for any business application to switch to the power decentralized file storage without having to worry about the learning curve of infrastructure or development. This has been possible with the ZDFS (Zeeve Distributed File System) service, which allows users to have dedicated or shared endpoint services for IPFS, while ZDFS SDK makes integration with IPFS very seamless. Users can create access credentials for their applications for data APIs as well as pinning services of IPFS. IPFS comes with console-based resource management and an in-depth analysis of consumption for ZDFS services. Learn more: https://zeeve.io/zeeve-distributed-file-system/
About Hyperledger Global Forum (#HyperledgerForum)
Hyperledger Global Forum is the biggest annual gathering of the global Hyperledger community. It is a unique opportunity for contributors, members, service providers and enterprise end users from around the world to meet, align, plan and hack together in person. The event is open to everyone involved or interested in using, developing or learning more about Hyperledger's open source enterprise blockchain technologies. Attendees will hear directly from those who are actively developing and deploying Hyperledger technologies as well as technology and business leaders who are shaping the future of enterprise blockchain. They will also have the chance to talk directly with Hyperledger project maintainers and the Technical Steering Committee, collaborate with other organizations on ideas that will directly impact the future of Hyperledger Foundation, and promote their work among the communities.
Event sponsors and partners include Accenture (Diamond and Keynote Translation), Siemens (Platinum), Digital Asset (Gold and Developer Lounge), Zeeve (Gold), AWS (Silver), BONbLOC (Silver), ConsenSys (Silver), Corsha (Silver), Espeo Blockchain (Bronze), Huawei (Bronze), Kaleido (Bronze), DTTC (Diversity Scholarship), IBM (Birds of a Feather), Black Women Blockchain Council (Community Partner), Blockchain Ireland (Community Partner), Blockchain Research Institute (Community Partner), Digital Euro Association (Community Partner), Diversity in Blockchain (Community Partner), European Blockchain Association (Community Partner), Global Blockchain Business Council (Community Partner), Kerala Blockchain Academy (Community Partner), International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications (Community Partner),Trusted Blockchain Initiatives (Community Partner), Trust over IP Foundation (Community Partner), Wall Street Blockchain Alliance (Community Partner), Blocknews (Media Partner), BeinCrypto (Media Partner), Cointelegraph (Media Partner), CoinSpeaker (Media Partner), Forkast (Media Partner), Ledger Insights (Media Partner) and Merge by Fintech Nexus (Media Partner).
About Hyperledger Foundation
Hyperledger Foundation was founded in 2015 to bring transparency and efficiency to the enterprise market by fostering a thriving ecosystem around open source blockchain software technologies. As a project of the Linux Foundation, Hyperledger Foundation coordinates a community of member and non member organizations, individual contributors and software developers building enterprise-grade platforms, libraries, tools and solutions for multi-party systems using blockchain, distributed ledger, and related technologies. Organizations join Hyperledger Foundation to demonstrate technical leadership, collaborate and network with others, and raise awareness around their efforts in the enterprise blockchain community. Members include industry-leading organizations in finance, banking, healthcare, supply chains, manufacturing, technology and beyond. All Hyperledger code is built publicly and available under the Apache license. To learn more, visit: https://www.hyperledger.org/.
About the Linux Foundation
Founded in 2000, the Linux Foundation and its projects are supported by more than 2,950 members. The Linux Foundation is the world's leading home for collaboration on open source software, hardware, standards, and data. Linux Foundation's projects, including Linux, Kubernetes, Node.js, Hyperledger Foundation, RISC-V, and more, are critical to the world's infrastructure. The Linux Foundation's methodology focuses on leveraging best practices and addressing the needs of contributors, users, and solution providers to create sustainable models for open collaboration. For more information, please visit us at linuxfoundation.org.
Contact:
Emily Fisher
Linux Foundation/Hyperledger
PR@Hyperledger.org
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TORONTO, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Givex Information Technology Group Limited ("Givex") (TSX: GIVX) (OTCQX: GIVXF), is pleased to announce that its common shares ("Common Shares") are now eligible for book-entry and depositary services through Depository Trust Company ("DTC") in the United States. As the largest securities depository in the world, DTC manages electronic clearing and settlement for securities of publicly traded companies in the United States.DTC eligibility will simplify the process of trading and transferring Common Shares, enhancing liquidity in the United States by accelerating the settlement period for transfers and reducing costs for investors.
"This is an important milestone," said Givex CEO Don Gray. "DTC eligibility will expand the accessibility and liquidity of our shares for U.S. investors. Combined with our continued profitability and consistent growth, this step is part of Givex's ongoing commitment to create value for our shareholders."
Givex (TSX: GIVX; OTCQX: GIVXF) is a global fintech company providing merchants with customer engagement, point of sale and payment solutions, all in a single platform. We are integrated with 1000+ technology partners, creating a fully end-to-end solution that delivers powerful customer insights. Our platform is used by some of the world's largest brands, comprising approximately 115,000 locations across more than 100 countries. Learn more at givex.com.
This press release contains forward-looking information, including statements regarding continued profitability and growth and that DTC eligibility will simplify the process of trading and transferring Common Shares, enhancing liquidity in the United States. Forward-looking information is necessarily based on a number of opinions, estimates and assumptions that we considered appropriate and reasonable as of the date such statements are made, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to, the risk factors described under the "Risk Factors" section in the Risk Factors section in the Annual Information Form ("AIF") dated March 30, 2022, available on SEDAR at sedar.com and other filings with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities. There can be no assurance that such forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. Accordingly, prospective investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information, which speaks only as of the date made. See "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information" in the AIF.
This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to sell any of the securities in the United States. Givex's securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933 (the "US Securities Act") or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to US Persons (as defined in Regulation S under the US Securities Act) unless registered under the US Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.
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The moon glowed red on Sunday night and the early hours of Monday, after a total lunar eclipse that saw the sun, Earth and moon form a straight line in the night sky.
During a full lunar eclipse, the moon passes through the darkest part of the Earth's shadow -- the umbra. When the moon is within the umbra it gets a reddish hue because blue and green light get more easily scattered by dust particles in the atmosphere and orange and red colors remain more visible, according to NASA. Lunar eclipses are sometimes called blood moons because of this phenomenon.
People in South America and in the eastern part of North America were expected to get the best view of the lunar eclipse, said Noah Petro, chief of NASA's Planetary Geology, Geophysics and Geochemistry Lab, before the eclipse. The total lunar eclipse was visible in much of Africa, Europe and South America and most of North America.
Stargazers around the world turned out to witness and capture the lunar event in images.
While the eclipse peaks for only a short amount of time, Petro said the moon would be bathed in coppery tones throughout the night, making it a particularly interesting celestial phenomenon to watch.
About two lunar eclipses occur each year, and the next will be a total lunar eclipse in November, Petro said. Then there will not be another total lunar eclipse until March 2025, he added.
There will be seven more full moons in 2022, according to The Old Farmer's Almanac:
- June 14: Strawberry moon
- July 13: Buck moon
- August 11: Sturgeon moon
- September 10: Harvest moon
- October 9: Hunter's moon
- November 8: Beaver moon
- December 7: Cold moon
These are the popularized names associated with the monthly full moons, originating with Native American tribes. The names vary from tribe to tribe because a full moon had different significance across the tribes month to month or season to season.
Lunar and solar eclipses
In addition to one more total lunar eclipse in 2022, there will also be a partial solar eclipse, according to The Old Farmer's Almanac.
Partial solar eclipses occur when the moon passes in front of the sun but only blocks some of its light. Be sure to wear proper eclipse glasses to view solar eclipses safely as the sun's light can be damaging to your eyes.
A partial solar eclipse on October 25 will be visible to those in Greenland, Iceland, Europe, northeastern Africa, the Middle East, western Asia, India and western China. It won't be visible from North America.
After this weekend, the next total lunar eclipse will also be on display for those in Asia, Australia, the Pacific and South and North America on November 8 between 3:01 a.m. and 8:58 a.m. ET -- but the moon will be setting for those in eastern regions of North America.
Meteor showers
Check out the remaining nine showers that will peak in 2022:
- Southern delta Aquariids: July 29-30
- Alpha Capricornids: July 30-31
- Perseids: August 11-12
- Orionids: October 20-21
- Southern Taurids: November 4-5
- Northern Taurids: November 11-12
- Leonids: November 17-18
- Geminids: December 13-14
- Ursids: December 21-22
If you live in an urban area, you may want to drive to a place that isn't littered with city lights to get the best view.
Find an open area with a wide view of the sky. Make sure you have a chair or blanket so you can look straight up. And give your eyes about 20 to 30 minutes -- without looking at your phone or other electronics -- to adjust to the darkness so the meteors will be easier to spot.
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MADISON, Wis., May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Exact Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: EXAS), a leader in advanced cancer diagnostics, today announced that company management will participate in the following conferences and invited investors to participate by webcast.
- William Blair 42nd Annual Growth Stock Conference, Chicago
Presentation on Monday, June 6, 2022 at 3:40 p.m. ET - Jefferies Healthcare Conference, New York
Fireside Chat on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET - Goldman Sachs 43rd Annual Global Healthcare Conference, Rancho Palos Verdes
Fireside Chat on Monday, June 13, 2022 at 6:20 p.m. ET - Nephron Liquid Biopsy Innovation Symposium, virtual
Fireside Chat on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. ET
The webcasts can be accessed in the investor relations section of Exact Sciences' website at www.exactsciences.com.
About Exact Sciences Corp.
A leading provider of cancer screening and diagnostic tests, Exact Sciences relentlessly pursues smarter solutions providing the clarity to take life-changing action, earlier. Building on the success of Cologuard® and Oncotype® tests, Exact Sciences is investing in its product pipeline to support patients before and throughout their cancer diagnosis and treatment. Exact Sciences unites visionary collaborators to help advance the fight against cancer. For more information, please visit the company's website at www.exactsciences.com, follow Exact Sciences on Twitter @ExactSciences, or find Exact Sciences on Facebook.
Contact:
Megan Jones
Exact Sciences Corp.
meganjones@exactsciences.com
608-535-8815
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CHICAGO, May 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KEENON Robotics participates in The National Restaurant Association Restaurant (NRA Show 2022), the largest annual gathering of foodservice professionals in the Western Hemisphere. With over 1,300 exhibitors, the Show is the ultimate destination to source inspiration and innovations in over 900 product categories, from food, beverage, equipment, technology, tableware, sanitation, and everything in between. The show attracts leading restaurant chains such as McDonald's, Starbucks and Dunkin'; independent restaurants, among them Carmine's, Spark's Steakhouse and St. Elmo Steakhouse; big-name hotels including Hilton, Hyatt Hotels and Marriott International as well as retail giants Costco, Sam's Club and Walmart.
The advanced service robot solutions showcased to the North American market by KEENON Robotics caught the attention of show visitors:
"In much the same way that people have freed themselves from such tedious chores as washing clothes or dishes by hand, or sweeping with a broom, and replacing the manual aspects of such work with washing machines, dishwashers and vacuum cleaners, service robots are being "transformed" into powerful assistants to humans in their work and life, helping restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, supermarkets and factories complete various boring and dangerous tasks, greatly improving efficiency, saving costs and enabling people to spend their time on more important, interesting and creative work. At the same time, evolving and improving big data analytics and AI interaction technologies are allowing robots to expand their application scenarios and improve their services. Robots are well on their way to becoming a tool assistant we can no longer live without," said Theodore Wang, head of sales at KEENON Robotics U.S.
- Restaurant Robot: A robot waiter who assists human waiters in serving and returning used dishes efficiently as a food runner robot, allowing human waiters to save time and focus their energy on customer service, vastly improving the overall efficiency and service level of the restaurant.
- Hotel Robot: Redefines the hotel guest's experience in terms of safety and efficiency. A delivery robot, for example, can flawlessly take the elevator to any floor and deliver room service any time of the day or night, providing the most reliable contactless and privacy-aware room delivery services.
- Hospitality Robot: Serves up advertisements on two high-definition digital displays to welcome customers or solicit passers-by and guide them to their seats, simultaneously heightening efficiency and delivering a fun experience.
- Disinfection Robot: Equipped with professional disinfection lights and sprayers that efficiently kill both surface and airborne bacteria and viruses, providing efficient and expedient sanitation services in public spaces.
KEENON Robotics robots are equipped with a fully autonomous positioning and navigation system in tandem with highly sensitive perception and obstacle avoidance technologies to adapt to a variety of complex real-world application scenarios and enable safe, reliable, and efficient service robot solutions.
About KEENON Robotics:
Founded in 2010, KEENON Robotics offers intelligent, reliable, and convenient solutions for various scenarios including restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, supermarkets, and factories. KEENON Robotics is a strategic partner of Softbank Robotics and Hyundai Robotics. In September 2021, KEENON completed a $200M Series D financing led by Softbank Vision Fund 2 (SVF2), marking the largest funding ever received by a service robot company. KEENON robots have been deployed in more than 60 countries.
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Exhibit includes additional Key Marco artifacts and watercolors
by expedition artist Wells Sawyer
MARCO ISLAND, Fla., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco Island, located on Southwest Florida's Gulf Coast, is one of the Sunshine State's most beautiful and desirable tourist destinations. But it is so much more. For hundreds of years, it has held in its earth some of the mysteries of the Island's ancient peoples — the Calusa and their ancestors.
In 1896, Marco Island revealed one of the most important finds in the history of American archaeology. Smithsonian anthropologist Frank Hamilton Cushing discovered the now world-famous Key Marco Cat and other 500-to-1,500-year-old artifacts on Key Marco during the famed Pepper-Hearst archaeological expedition.
These artifacts of wood and plant fiber were astonishingly well preserved because they were buried in an oxygen free muck. Some were painted and their original colors were still intact.
Many began disintegrating upon exposure to the air. They would have been lost forever if not for expedition artist and photographer Wells Sawyer who captured them in watercolors and photos as they were brought out of the ground.
Now, for the first time since their discovery, the Key Marco Cat and other rare pre-Columbian Native American artifacts discovered with it are reunited at the Marco Island Historical Museum (MIHM). In addition, a number of Sawyer's original watercolors of the artifacts will be exhibited starting in October.
The Key Marco Cat, on loan to the MIHM from the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Natural History, is on exhibit at MIHM now through 2026.
Sixteen additional Key Marco artifacts, on loan from the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Penn Museum), are on exhibit at the MIHM now through April 2024.
In Art of the Dig: Wells Sawyer's Watercolors, six original Wells Sawyer watercolors are on loan from the Florida Museum of Natural History in Gainesville. In addition, 25 reproductions of Sawyer's works from the Smithsonian Institution's National Anthropological Archives and the Penn Museum will be part of the exhibit from October 13, 2022 through January 19, 2023.
The Key Marco Cat, a half cat/half human figure, is considered one of the finest pieces of pre-Columbian Native American art ever discovered in North America. At just six inches tall, the enigmatic feline has captured the public's imagination for over a century and continues to intrigue all who view it.
The Key Marco artifacts are showcased in the MIHM's award-winning permanent exhibit Paradise Found: 6,000 Years of People on Marco Island. This exhibit features a life-size Calusa village and more than 300 pre-Columbian Native American artifacts from Marco Island. Original artwork depicts the lives and ceremonies of the Calusa and the 1896 archaeological dig. A Calusa-inspired soundtrack by Emmy and Peabody Award-winning composer Kat Epple enhances the immersive visitor experience.
"The Key Marco Cat from the Smithsonian collections is an extraordinary object that attests to the unique archaeological record of Key Marco and the people and cultures who lived there for millennia," notes Torben Rick, Chairman of the Department of Anthropology at the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Natural History.
"The Key Marco Artifacts exhibit is the culmination of a 25-year vision on the part of the Marco Island Historical Society to bring these incredibly important artifacts back to Marco Island in order to educate and inspire people of all ages about the fascinating history of our region," says MIHS Curator of Collections Austin Bell. "It has taken years of planning and discussions with the lending institutions and the support of a public-private partnership that includes the Marco Island Historical Society, Collier County and the community."
The Key Marco Artifacts exhibit is supported in part by the Collier County Tourist Development Council. For information on Collier County, visit www.paradisecoast.com.
The Marco Island Historical Museum is located at 180 S. Heathwood Drive, Marco Island, Florida, and open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Handicapped accessible. For information, call 239.389.6447 or visit www.theMIHS.org.
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Company also declares preferred stock dividend
STAMFORD, Conn., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Synchrony Financial (NYSE: SYF) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share of common stock, payable on August 11, 2022 to holders of record at the close of business on August 1, 2022.
The Board of Directors also declared a quarterly cash dividend on the outstanding shares of its 5.625% Fixed Rate Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A (the "Series A Preferred Stock"). Each outstanding share of the Series A Preferred Stock is represented by depositary shares, each representing a 1/40th interest in a share of Series A Preferred Stock. The dividend of approximately $14.06 per share (equivalent to $0.351563 per outstanding depositary share) is payable on August 15, 2022 to holders of record at the close of business on August 1, 2022.
About Synchrony
Synchrony (NYSE: SYF) is a premier consumer financial services company delivering one of the industry's most complete digitally-enabled product suites. Our experience, expertise and scale encompass a broad spectrum of industries including digital, health and wellness, retail, telecommunications, home, auto, outdoor, pet and more. We have an established and diverse group of national and regional retailers, local merchants, manufacturers, buying groups, industry associations and healthcare service providers, which we refer to as our "partners." We connect our partners and consumers through our dynamic financial ecosystem and provide them with a diverse set of financing solutions and innovative digital capabilities to address their specific needs and deliver seamless, omnichannel experiences. We offer the right financing products to the right customers in their channel of choice. For more information, visit www.synchrony.com and Twitter: @Synchrony.
Contacts
Investor Relations:
Kathryn Miller
Synchrony
InvestorRelations@syf.com
(203) 585-6291
Media Relations:
Lisa Lanspery
Synchrony
lisa.lanspery@syf.com
203-585-6143
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SKOKIE, Ill., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The much-anticipated 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL-Class of luxury roadsters will feature two of the latest intelligent suspension technologies from Tenneco's (NYSE: TEN) Monroe® Intelligent Suspension portfolio. The new models, representing the eighth generation of the iconic SL range, will be offered with Tenneco's CVSA2 semi-active suspension or integrated CVSA2/Kinetic® suspension. Both systems for the Mercedes-AMG models are now in production at Tenneco's recently expanded ride performance manufacturing complex in Gliwice, Poland.
Developed for supercars and ultimate-performance SUVs, CVSA2 technology provides a superior ride experience in virtually all operating environments. The system, which will be standard equipment on SL 43 and 55 models, comprises lightweight semi-active dampers equipped with two externally mounted electro-hydraulic valves that independently control rebound and compression. Each damper is continuously adjusted by software monitoring multiple data points, including steering wheel angle, vehicle speed, acceleration, and body displacement. The technology allows for a highly flexible tuning range between minimum and maximum damping levels, enabling exceptional comfort, handling and stability.
Available as an option on the SL 55 but standard equipment on the range-topping SL 63, the CVSA2/Kinetic suspension combines all the benefits of CVSA2 technology with an innovative, active roll control system that reduces vehicle weight by eliminating the need for anti-roll bars. Together the systems provide exceptional traction, steering response, brake balance and comfort as well as front lifting functionality for increased ground clearance.
"This has been an exciting project for our Advanced Suspension Technologies organization," said Henrik Johansson, vice president and general manager, Advanced Suspension Technologies, Tenneco. "These impressive new models take the storied SL-Class to impressive new heights in terms of driving enjoyment."
In addition to the new SL-Class, CVSA2 technology has enjoyed considerable recent success on Mercedes-AMG models, including the G-Class SUV and the AMG GT Black Series.
Visit www.monroeintelligentsuspension.com to learn more about Tenneco's latest advanced suspension technologies.
For more information on the Mercedes Benz AMG SL-Roadster, click here.
About Tenneco
Tenneco is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with full year 2021 revenues of $18 billion and approximately 71,000 team members working at more than 260 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.
Visit www.tenneco.com to learn more.
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OSLO, Norway, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lytix Biopharma AS (Lytix), a clinical-stage company with an in situ vaccination technology platform targeting cancer indications, notes that the first patient has been dosed in Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s Phase II study evaluating LTX-315 for the treatment of basal cell carcinoma (skin cancer). This triggers a USD 1 million milestone payment to Lytix in accordance with the licensing agreement between the parties.
Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc ("Verrica") has an exclusive worldwide license agreement with Lytix to develop and commercialize LTX-315 for dermatologic oncology conditions.
"We are delighted to see Verrica doses the first patient in its Phase II trial evaluating LTX-315 as a non-surgical treatment option for patients with basal cell carcinoma. Non-melanoma skin cancers, including basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, are the most common form of cancer in the U.S., with over 5 million diagnoses each year, and there is a high unmet need for new treatments. We look forward to following the development of our novel oncolytic molecule as a potential new treatment for non-melanoma skin cancer," said Øystein Rekdal, CEO of Lytix Biopharma.
LTX-315 is a first-in-class oncolytic molecule representing a new and superior in situ therapeutic vaccination principle, and in August 2020, Lytix licensed LTX-315 to Verrica for the treatment of dermatologic oncology indications.
Under the terms of the agreement, Lytix is entitled to receive an upfront payment, contingent regulatory milestones based on achievement of specified development goals, and sales milestones, with aggregate payments of up to USD 111 million, including the mentioned milestone. In addition, Lytix is entitled to receive tiered royalties based on worldwide annual sales. There are approximately 3-4 million patients diagnosed with basal cell carcinomas in the U.S. each year, with a high unmet need for new treatment options.
To view the full announcement from Verrica, please visit https://verrica.com/press_release/verrica-pharmaceuticals-announces-first-patient-dosed-in-phase-2-study-of-ltx-315-a-potential-first-in-class-oncolytic-peptide-based-immunotherapy-for-the-treatment-of-basal-cell-carcinoma/
For information about Verrica's clinical trial, please visit www.clinicaltrials.gov.
For more information about Verrica, please visit www.verrica.com.
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Øystein Rekdal (CEO),
Telephone: +47 975 73 358
E-mail: Oystein.Rekdal@lytixbiopharma.com
About Lytix Biopharma AS
Based in Oslo, Norway, Lytix Biopharma is a clinical-stage biotech company developing novel cancer immunotherapies, an area within cancer therapy that is aimed at activating the patient's immune system to fight cancer. The Company's technology is based on pioneering research in "host defense peptides" – nature's first line of defense towards foreign pathogens. Lytix Biopharma's lead product, LTX-315, is a first-in-class oncolytic molecule representing a new and superior in situ therapeutic vaccination principle to boost anti-cancer immunity, with the potential to be the ideal combination partner with other types of immunotherapies. LTX-315 target cancer cells and disintegrate their cell membranes, causing immunogenic cell death and release of a patient's tumor specific antigens. This mode of action allows cytotoxic T cells to recognize, infiltrate, and attack cancer cells. The Company was listed on Euronext Growth in Oslo in June 2021, following a private placement covered by investors such as PBM Capital, a U.S. based, healthcare-focused investment firm. For more information, visit www.lytixbiopharma.com.
About LTX-315
LTX-315 is a potential first-in-class oncolytic molecule administered directly into a tumor to induce immunogenic cell death, which may offer a non-surgical option for patients suffering from skin cancer. The technology is based on pioneering research in "host defense peptides" – nature's first line of defense towards foreign pathogens. LTX-315 has demonstrated positive tumor-specific immune cell responses in multi-indication Phase I/II oncology trials.
About in situ vaccination
In situ vaccination stimulates a patient's immune system by injecting drugs with the ability to kill cancer cells straight into the tumor environment. Lytix Biopharma has applied this approach with its first-in-class oncolytic molecules, representing an alternative and unique approach to cancer vaccination. Importantly, this approach generates an immune response against a broad antigen repertoire without pre-identifying the antigens, which in turn can save considerable costs and valuable time.
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GENEVA, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alpian SA ("Alpian"), an innovative digital private bank, today announced the granting by FINMA of a banking license and a successful CHF19 million Series B+ closing, enabling Alpian to shortly launch to the public in Q3 2022, becoming Switzerland's first digital private bank.
Alpian, majority-owned by Fideuram-Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking, secured a third round of financing, fully subscribed by Fideuram - Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking. The financing will support the deployment of Alpian's range of services in Switzerland, comprising both private and online banking.
This hybrid model combines a secure, state-of-the-art banking experience with the support of Alpian's qualified wealth advisors, giving affluent clients access to services normally reserved for traditional private banking. To complement this, Alpian has seamlessly woven everyday banking features into its digital offering.
Schuyler Weiss, CEO of Alpian, commented:
"Since 2019, we have built what will become Switzerland's first digital private bank. With the funds raised during the Series B+ and with its new standing as a licensed Swiss bank, Alpian is well equipped to launch its offering."
Pasha Bakhtiar, REYL Intesa Sanpaolo Partner and Chairman of the board at Alpian, added:
"We are proud to have passed these two milestones on our way to delivering a truly unique and bespoke digital private banking offering. The successful journey so far is a testament to the resilience and dynamism of the Alpian team, as well as the vision of REYL Intesa Sanpaolo."
Luca Bortolan, Head of Direct Bank Fideuram Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking, added:
"From the beginning, we have seen Alpian as a great opportunity to invest in the development of digital private banking. Alpian will bring both strategic and synergy driven value, demonstrating our proactive commitment of addressing the needs of its current and future clients."
About Alpian SA
www.alpian.com
Alpian is Switzerland's first ever digital private bank, incubated by REYL Intesa Sanpaolo and incorporated in October 2019.
About REYL Intesa Sanpaolo
www.reyl.com
Founded in 1973, REYL & Cie is a diversified banking group with offices in Switzerland, Europe (London, Luxembourg, Malta) and the rest of the world (Singapore, Dubai).
About Fideuram Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking
www.fideuram.it
Headquartered in Milan, Fideuram Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking is the leading private banking player in Italy and a key subsidiary of the Intesa Sanpaolo Group, which controls all the group's private banking activities.
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Early-Stage Health Technology Companies Selected for Innovative Technology and Market Promise; Introduced to Investors, Industry Partners, Mentors, and Rosenman Ecosystem
SAN FRANCISCO, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The UCSF Rosenman Institute congratulates the companies selected for the 2022 cohort of the Rosenman Innovators, a select group of emerging medical device and digital health companies commercializing new products and services to improve medicine and benefit patients.
Through the annual Innovators program, Rosenman identifies promising companies, connects them to resources, and integrates them into its network of founders, mentors, investors, and industry leaders. The program is in its seventh year; to date, Rosenman Innovators have raised more than $480 million in capital. The ultimate goal of the program is to assist health technology entrepreneurs in advancing their solutions to market.
"Every year I am amazed at the variety of new technologies and the quality of the companies that apply to the program," said Christine Winoto, Rosenman's founder and executive director. "It is a pleasure to introduce this year's cohort and welcome them to our community. Millions of patients will benefit from the solutions they are developing. They represent the best of early-stage health tech entrepreneurship."
Rosenman Innovators selected in previous years include Arterys, the world's leading vendor-neutral AI platform for medical imaging, which recently received its eighth FDA clearance; Emme, whose smart birth control system was named one of the top 100 innovations of 2021 by TIME magazine; GT Medical Technologies, whose GammaTile® Therapy was FDA-cleared for an expanded indication for patients with newly-diagnosed malignant brain tumors; and Zenflow, which raised $24 million in 2021 to further commercialize its Spring® System to alleviate symptoms of enlarged prostate.
The 2022 Rosenman Innovators cohort:
- Aila Health is a virtual care company supporting the 50 million Americans living with autoimmune disease with integrative, multispecialty care, and remote monitoring tools.
- Assistive Technology Development, Inc. is building the future of assistive technology. Their product, Rehab Robo, redefines the standard of care for post-surgical physical therapy by combining exoskeleton technology with the telehealth experience.
- Corveus Medical is creating a catheter that ablates the splanchnic nerve to prevent heart failure. Their device can uniquely access this nerve, which was previously only accessible during surgery.
- Efemoral Medical is a clinical-stage startup developing a novel bioresorbable drug-eluting scaffold specifically designed to treat peripheral arterial disease, a condition that afflicts over 200 million people worldwide.
- Intellihealth's Evolve platform is a turnkey solution that easily integrates into the existing health care ecosystem to streamline all aspects of medical obesity care, including assessment, diagnosis, prescription and treatment.
- knowRX Health offers optimized clinical trial recruitment and retention of underrepresented participants along with new site location services.
- Lumi Health is developing the AI-driven Intelligent Care Platform, which focuses physicians on the most urgent and important medication improvement opportunities for heart failure patients. They do this 100 times faster than it's done today.
- NeuraStasis is developing the AED for stroke: a noninvasive neurostimulation device that presses pause on stroke progression to give providers more time to intervene.
- Neurovalens makes non-invasive technology that treats Type 2 diabetes by stimulating the area of the brainstem that regulates glucose. Phase III trials are scheduled to finish in late 2022.
- Rhaeos is developing FlowSense, a wireless and noninvasive flow sensor that can be mounted on skin overlying the shunt to detect the magnitude of fluid flow through shunts in patients with hydrocephalus.
- Sana Health is developing an audiovisual neuromodulation device that gives anxiety relief on demand, with applications across pain, mental health, and long Covid. Sana has obtained FDA Breakthrough Device designation for fibromyalgia (class II).
The UCSF Rosenman Institute is a health technology initiative based at the University of California, San Francisco. Rosenman is a community of investors, clinicians, and technology entrepreneurs who create solutions for unmet clinical needs. Its mission is to drive innovation and education and improve patient care by helping entrepreneurs from concept to commercialization. Visit rosenmaninstitute.org.
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christine.winoto@ucsf.edu
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Which tricycle for 2-year-olds is best?
As the toddler in your life turns 2 years old, they might be ready for their first tricycle. It’s one of those toys that can provide them with a great way to burn off energy and work on coordination to prepare them for the transition to a big-kid bike. If you’re looking for the best tricycle, the Yvolution Y Velo Flippa 4-in-1 Toddler Trike to Balance Bike is an ideal choice. It is well-constructed, easy to use and adaptable to your child’s needs as they grow, saving you time and money in the long run.
What to know before you buy a tricycle for 2-year-olds
With a tricycle, children get to be in charge of their own mobility on a scale greater than that of crawling or walking. They are able to control direction and speed, developing a new sense of freedom and independence when it comes to motion and play. For very young children, it is especially important to consider specific factors tailored to their age.
Push handle
While all tricycles can be powered by the child’s push pedals, some come with an additional push handle in the back for an adult to operate. This offers an extra level of support and supervision, giving the adult more control. It’s a helpful component for children just starting out who might not have mastered their own coordination just yet.
Straight handlebars vs. curved handlebars
You’ll notice with tricycles and bicycles alike that some have straight handlebars, while others have bent handlebars that curve inward. Flat bars are simple and straightforward, while curved handlebars are more aerodynamic and better for picking up extra speed.
Seat enclosure
These days, some tricycles come with a hooded seat enclosure similar to that which you’d see on a stroller. These hoods protect them from too much sun exposure and are usually removable so you can decide whether you want to use the hood on extra sunny days.
What to look for in a quality tricycle for 2-year-olds
Whether you’re looking for a basic tricycle or one with advanced features and add-ons, it’s important to consider durability and functionality. You want something that will give you peace of mind and be fun for a 2-year-old.
Extra safety features
Safety is the number one concern when it comes to any children’s toy. As you compare tricycles, look at which safety features are highlighted. While a seat belt is dangerous on a bicycle, it can benefit a tricycle with a push handle as it will prevent the child from falling with abrupt stops. If a 2-year-old is still struggling with balance, then a tricycle with a seat back or guardrail can help them stay safe and build confidence.
Adaptability
When you buy something for a growing child you want to get the best use out of it as you can before they outgrow it. This means that toys that are capable of adapting and changing as your child grows offer the best bang for your buck. Helpful adaptable features include a removable push bar, adjustable handlebar and seat heights, a removable hood and storage capabilities.
Portability
Whether your child is going for a ride in the driveway or at the park, you want something compact and portable that isn’t too heavy to carry around and that will fit in the trunk of a car. Some tricycles fold up, making transport easy, but if yours doesn’t then it should at least be easy enough for an adult to move around without difficulty.
How much you can expect to spend on a tricycle for 2-year-olds
A standard tricycle for this age group usually costs $45-$80. Some tricycles with additional features can cost $80-$150.
Tricycle for 2-year-olds FAQ
Is a plastic or metal frame better?
A. While plastic can be cheaper and more lightweight, metal is sturdier and less likely to crack or break.
Is a Big Wheel a tricycle?
A. A Big Wheel is a brand of tricycle and trademarked, though the term is used widely today as a synonym for a specific tricycle style. It’s most known for being low to the ground with a very large front wheel.
What is a balance bike and how is it different?
A. A balance bike is built like a tricycle but without pedals. It is propelled forward by feet. Some tricycles have removable pedals so a child can start out on a balance bike and transition into a tricycle as they become more confident.
What’s the best tricycle for 2-year-olds to buy?
Top tricycle for 2-year-olds
Yvolution Y Velo Flippa 4-in-1 Toddler Trike to Balance Bike
What you need to know: This tricycle has an aluminum frame and is designed for children 2-5 years old and holds up to 40 pounds.
What you’ll love: It adapts as the child grows, operating as a balance bike, push trike and standard tricycle. It comes in three colors and is very sturdy, providing a smooth and even ride.
What you should consider: It’s difficult to assemble. Shorter children might have trouble reaching the pedals.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tricycle for 2-year-olds for the money
Radio Flyer Classic Tricycle with Push Handle
What you need to know: This tricycle has a steel frame and is designed for children ages 2-4 years old and holds up to 42.5 pounds.
What you’ll love: It’s got that classic Radio Flyer look in red with rubber spoked wheel tires. The push handle adjusts to three positions and is removable. The height of the seat and the height of the handlebars are adjustable.
What you should consider: Assembly is a challenge and the box sometimes arrives with missing parts.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Baby Joy 7-in-1 Folding Toddler Tricycle
What you need to know: This tricycle has a steel frame and is designed for children 18 months to 5 years old and holds up to 55 pounds.
What you’ll love: It’s got plenty of adjustable features to accommodate you and your child, including a detachable and adjustable push handle, canopy hood, guardrail and footrest that comes in two sizes. It has a safety harness, brakes and a storage bag in the back. It folds up for easy transport and comes in three colors.
What you should consider: It can be difficult to assemble and adjust. Pushing it isn’t always easy.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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SINGAPORE, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- QTUM, an open-source public blockchain platform, will be partnering with global digital asset investment platform Bit.Store. As per the partnership, Qtum will access the payment ecosystem of Bit.Store, while Bit.Store will incorporate the QTUM token into the platform system.
Bit.Store has accumulated hundreds of thousands of users and is popular in the Southeast Asian market. The partnership will give Qtum access to this active user base. Conversely, being one of the largest blockchain platforms in the world, Qtum will bring in more users to Bit.Store.
From a payment perspective, Bit.Store currently has legal currency payment channels in more than 20 countries and regions around the world. User groups of these payment channel providers are also potential Bit.Store users. The partnership will allow Qtum to open up the exchange channel between fiat currency and QTUM.
Bit.Store users will be able to buy Qtum's $QTUM coin using the FIAT currency of their choice and paying conveniently with VISA or MASTERCARD. And from there trading is as easy as one click.
Bit.Store believes that as the cooperation between the two parties deepen,, its user community will be further strengthened.
About Qtum
Qtum is a decentralized, open-source, public blockchain platfom that launched its mainnet in 2017. The platform is a community project that connects Bitcoin and Ethereum communities, the blockchain ecosystem, and the real world. Its currency is based on the UTXO model and makes use of the Ethereum Virtual Machine. By combining Bitcoin's original UTXO model with Ethereum's game-changing EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine), Qtum has created a blockchain that's the most organic and obvious evolution of the original Bitcoin blockchain.
Website:https://www.qtum.org/en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/qtum
Telegram: https://t.me/qtumofficial
Medium: https://medium.com/@Qtum
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/zyVMQSv
About Bit.store：
Bit.Store is the world's first Web3 investment platform that integrates fiat-crypto exchange channel , SocialFi features and expert investment strategies.The platform gives its users access to global digital currency markets quickly and easily by supporting different money transfer methods via cooperations with a wide network of regional payment providers. The app provides a variety of features, including social trading, following, and copy trading strategies published by seasoned experts in the space, and allows experts to monetize their contribution to the platform. Bit.Store has been growing at a fast pace since its market introduction and achieved the milestone of 500K active users across Europe and Southeast Asia in Dec 2021. The rapid expansion into markets worldwide and growth of the Bit.Store community is continuing in 2022.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/www_bit_store
Telegram Official: https://t.me/Bitstore_official
Medium: https://medium.com/@bitstoreteam
Bit.Store App: https://bit.store/bitstore/DownloadGuide.html
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St. Pete mayor reopens talks on future of Rays stadium site
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida, is reopening talks about the future of the Tropicana Field site where baseball’s Tampa Bay Rays play their home games.
Mayor Ken Welch said Wednesday that two previous proposals for the 86-acre (348,000-square-meter) downtown location are being scrapped, with a new round of plans to be solicited beginning in mid-August. Welch, St. Petersburg’s first Black mayor, has made a priority of including such things as affordable housing and greater job opportunities along with Rays baseball.
Welch said the goal is to choose a new redevelopment plan by year’s end. The Rays’ Tropicana Field lease is up in 2027 and Welch said the new plan should envision including a stadium at the site.
“I don’t believe waiting a few months to get this right is unreasonable,” the mayor said at a news conference near Tropicana Field. “I think St. Petersburg is the best opportunity for the Rays. It’s about making sure we’ve got the right plan for where we are in 2022.”
The Rays have played at the domed, tilted Tropicana Field since their inaugural 1998 season. The site is in the former Gas Plant neighborhood, where Black-owned businesses and homes were uprooted for the stadium’s original development and, before that, interstate highway construction. Welch said a goal is to restore some of that former neighborhood, where his father ran a wood yard business years ago.
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Montara water tower damaged in Friday storms
Published: May. 2, 2022 at 5:00 PM CDT|Updated: 29 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka water tower was severely damaged in Friday’s storms.
Winds caved in the bowl of a water tower under construction in Montara. The City of Topeka says it is likely a total loss.
The City says it is currently conducting damage estimates and coming up with plans for repair. They say the contractor will be responsible for any additional costs related to replacing the bowl. The City didn’t have an estimate on how long the project will be set back by the damage, but did say the tower was originally expected to be done by January 17, 2023.
The tower is meant to provide greater fire flow and continue to provide safe water in the event one of the two towers were lost.
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LOMPOC, Calif. , April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bureau of Land Management's annual population estimate for wild horses and burros on BLM-managed public lands shows a second straight decrease, from 86,189 horses and burros in 2021 to 82,384 as of March 1, 2022.
"This should not be mistaken for a win by the Bureau of Land Management," said Neda DeMayo, president of Return to Freedom (RTF), a national nonprofit wild horse advocacy organization. "The agency's decades-old practice of reactionary, roundup-only management will only result in the BLM continuing to chase and, at most, briefly achieve its arbitrary and low population targets on some Herd Management Areas.
"If mares are not treated with fertility control to slow reproduction on the range and released, these roundups will be followed by increases in herd populations, and then, as usual, BLM returning with helicopters to capture and place more wild horses alongside more than 60,000 warehoused in off-range holding."
Previously, the total number of wild horses and burros increased for nine straight years, from 37,294 in 2012 to a record high estimate of 95,114 in 2020.
The agency's goal is to reach its set "Appropriate Management Level" (AML) of just 26,785 total wild horses and burros across 177 Herd Management Areas in 10 Western states.
Although the BLM's annual population estimates are viewed with skepticism by wild horse advocates, they are the only range-wide figures available. The population decreases are consistent with the agency's recent actions and its plans for more of the same:
--Over the past four fiscal years, BLM has removed 43,941 wild horses and burros from their home ranges while treating only 3,257 with some form of fertility control.
--BLM plans to remove "at least" a record 19,000 wild horses and burros this year while treating just 2,300 with fertility control.
RTF believes that BLM's plan for continued aggressive removals is excessive and irresponsible – especially because 60,611 captured wild horses and burros already live in off-range holding, 21,784 of them in overcrowded government corrals, as of February 2022. Last year, the agency spent $72.4 million (64% of its budget) on off-range holding.
The plan is all the more irresponsible because BLM lacks the infrastructure, staff and contracts to run its own program, much less properly protect and care for captured wild horses and burros that the agency should be moving to more natural, cost-effective pastures.
Population modeling has shown that the BLM must immediately implement fertility control to stabilize herd growth so that removals, which decimate family bands and herds, can be brought to an end, and off-range holding, which costs taxpayers millions more each year, phased out.
"Lawmakers have begun providing funding for fertility control, but they must hold BLM's feet to the fire on its correct and immediate implementation," DeMayo said. "BLM's actions are that of an agency stuck in the past, one fixated on removing wild horses from the range without enough thought for the welfare of the animals, the cost to taxpayers, or the future of our wild herds and public lands.
"Congress must demand that BLM begin the long-overdue transition to proven, safe and humane fertility control as its primary management tool now and not be misled by the agency into thinking it can be postponed."
Return to Freedom Wild Horse Conservation (RTF) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to wild horse preservation through sanctuary, education, conservation, and advocacy since 1998. It also operates the American Wild Horse Sanctuary at three California locations, caring for more than 450 wild horses and burros. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates about wild horses and burros on the range and at our sanctuary.
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NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ROI Training announced that it has received the 2021 Google Cloud Specialization Partner of the Year Award for Training.
ROI Training was recognized for the company's achievements in the Google Cloud ecosystem, helping joint customers and partners successfully accelerate their journey to the cloud through training.
This achievement marks the third time ROI Training has been globally recognized as the Google Cloud Specialization Partner of the Year for Training (2021, 2018, and 2017). In 2019 and 2020, ROI Training was awarded the Google Cloud Regional Training Partner of the Year for North America and EMEA, by Cloud Learning Services.
Today, ROI Training offers a deep cloud curriculum covering Cloud Infrastructure, Application Modernization, Data Engineering & Analytics, API Management, Networking & Security, Machine Learning & AI, and Cloud for Business Leaders.
"We are honored to receive the Google Cloud Specialization Partner of the Year Award in Training for the third time since 2017," said Dave Carey, CEO of ROI Training. "Our 8+ year partnership with Google Cloud continues to scale at an exciting rate. I am proud of my team for the incredible effort we put in on a daily basis to help customers succeed. Thank you to Google Cloud for recognizing us!"
"Google Cloud Specializations recognize partner excellence and proven customer success in a particular product area or industry," said Nina Harding, Global Chief, Partner Programs and Strategy, Google Cloud. "Based on their certified, repeatable customer success and strong technical capabilities, we're proud to recognize ROI Training as the Training Specialization Partner of the Year."
Established in 2002, ROI Training, Inc. is an industry-recognized leader in designing, developing, and delivering customized Technology & Management training programs. ROI has trained over 200,000 people globally in Cloud technologies and best practices. ROI's world-class instructors and mentors work closely with clients to deliver the skills and best practices required in a fast-paced, global enterprise. Our comprehensive curriculum includes Cloud, Big Data & AI, Web and Mobile Application Development, Agile Development, Security, Java, Python, and Technology Project Management. Information about ROI Training can be found at https://www.roitraining.com
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- TerraZero Studio deploys Miller Lite's second fully interactive bar experience in collaboration with global superstar and entrepreneur J Balvin.
- Users can collect Miller Lite x J Balvin Bodegawear wearables.
- Miller Lite Leverages Their Previous Activation to Double-Down on Metaverse Engagement and Activation Potential
- Miller Lite's Presence is Evolving Community Building and Social Engagement in the Metaverse.
VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - TerraZero Technologies Inc. ("TerraZero" or the "Company"), a vertically integrated Metaverse technology company, announces the second activation from Miller Lite's (www.millerlite.com) "Meta Lite Bar" in collaboration with world-renowned, music sensation, J Balvin in Decentraland (www.decentraland.org).
The activation sees TerraZero bring back the Miller Lite Meta Lite Bar for another experience, after their successful Big Game Day activation in February 2022—this time with global sensation J Balvin. This is an important milestone for the Metaverse as this activation is social proof that major brands like Miller Lite can find added value, and increased audience engagement through the Metaverse via repeat deployments of their virtual builds.
Where a prototypical marketing campaign would see much overhead spent on a single use activation, the Metaverse presents an opportunity where Miller Lite can build a compelling and immersive experience with their Meta Lite Bar, and bring it back for subsequent activations, creating long-tail value to one marketing spend, where costs streamline and engagement increases over time.
Savvy brands like Miller Lite know that the Metaverse offers both scarcity and longevity; where a cessation of interest can be elevated over a short period of time through one activation—and then that same build and experience can be brought back at a later date, at the brand's call and decree. TerraZero knows the power this gives brands, which is why their in-house studio designs experiences to deliver on short-term and long-term KPI's, underscored by actionable analytics.
This activation also brings the brand's identity to life in a way where a marketing campaign can become a place of socialization, community building, and fandom for both the brand itself, and artist partners like J Balvin.
For J Balvin, known for his ever-evolving approach to fan engagement, the bar takeover connects the artist to his fans through an interactive experience in a way that is more immersive and engaging than music alone. In the experience at the Meta Lite Bar, fans can claim unique wearables for their avatars that channel the personal look and style of J Balvin. From clothing and accessories to brilliant rainbow-colored hair, the Meta Lite Bar makes it possible. These wearables will be worn by avatars throughout their adventures in the Metaverse, showcasing the ways in which Miller Lite remains ahead of the curve by utilizing the combined worlds of technology and entertainment with a consumer-based approach to marketing and promotions.
The future is bright for the Meta Lite Bar. Why not use the bar as a location for virtual performances by other artists, or a place to hang out during sporting events—bringing together fans from all over the world through the Metaverse?
TerraZero's Chief Experience Officer (CXO), Brandon F. Johnson & Chief Metaverse Officer (CMO), Ryan Kieffer see Miller Lite as an innovator in the CPG, and now entertainment space. "The truth is, the Meta Lite Bar can be anything Miller Lite wanted it to be. The brand understands this, and that's why they are going to be a fixture in the digital world for years. There is unprecedented opportunity to create community and engagement for a brand like Miller Lite, and our relationship with Miller and Molson Coors has been nothing short of outstanding."
Players were able to jump into the launched "Meta Lite Bar x J Balvin" experience in Decentraland at www.decentraland.org, coordinates 44, -45 from July 26 to August 2, 2022.
TerraZero Technologies Inc. ("TerraZero") is a vertically integrated Metaverse development group and leading Web 3.0 technology company specializing in helping brands create immersive experiences. The Company's Metaverse-agnostic vision is to develop and implement products and services with scalable commercial applications to flourish engagement across gamified experiences where enterprise- level businesses, Metaverse platforms, and Web3 creators can seamlessly bridge and actionably grow their virtual world and the physical world endeavors together as one. TerraZero owns digital real estate for brands to establish presence in existing virtual worlds and can also offer brands their own private worlds to provide offices and services to those interested in the Metaverse. Furthermore, TerraZero acquires, designs, builds, and operates virtual assets and solutions to monetize the Metaverse ecosystem. The Company's businesses are segmented into five (5) divisions which include: (1) Immersive experience creation in existing or private virtual worlds; (2) advertising; (3) data analytics; (4) events and marketing; and (5) infrastructure. TerraZero aims to support the community, foster innovation, and drive adoption. For more information, please visit www.terrazero.com or contact media@terrazero.com.
This news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information or statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends," "expects," or "anticipates," or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events, or results "may," "could," "should," "would," or will "potentially" or "likely" occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as "forward‐looking statements," are not historical facts and are made as of the date of this news release, which includes without limitation, statements regarding discussions of future plans, estimates, and forecasts and statements as to management's expectations and intentions with respect to, among other things: the Company's intention to develop and drive traffic to its assets and locations within virtual worlds; the expected potential outcomes of the Miller Lite metaverse bar and collaboration with J Balvin; that establishing an early presence within the Metaverse will provide the Company with new users, branding, and marketing opportunities; events, courses of action, and the potential of the Company's technology and operations, among others, are all forward-looking information.
Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including but not limited to, market and other conditions, business, economic, and capital market conditions; the ability to manage operating expenses, which may adversely affect the Company's financial condition; the ability to remain competitive as other better financed competitors develop and release competitive products; regulatory uncertainties; access to personnel, employees, and consultants; market conditions and the demand and pricing for products and services; the demand and pricing of cryptocurrencies and NFTs; security threats, including a loss/theft of TerraZero's NFTs, cryptocurrencies, and other assets; TerraZero's relationships with its customers and business partners; TerraZero's ability to successfully define, design, and release new products in a timely manner that meet customers' needs; the ability to attract, retain, and motivate qualified personnel; competition in the industry; the impact of technology changes on the products and industry; failure to develop new and innovative products; the ability to successfully maintain and enforce our intellectual property rights and defend third-party claims of infringement of their intellectual property rights; the impact of intellectual property litigation that could materially and adversely affect the business; the ability to manage working capital; and the dependence on key personnel. As a result, TerraZero may not actually achieve its plans, projections, or expectations. In addition, such statements and information are based on numerous assumptions regarding present and future business strategies and the environment in which the Company will operate in the future, including the demand for its products, the ability to develop software successfully, that there will be no regulation or law that will prevent the Company from operating its business, anticipated costs, the ability to secure sufficient capital to complete its business plans, the ability to achieve goals, and the price of cryptocurrencies and NFTs. Given these risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include failure to obtain regulatory approval, the continued availability of capital and financing, technology failures, failure to obtain any permits required to operate the business, the impact of technology changes on the industry, the impact of COVID-19 or other viruses and diseases on the Company's ability to operate and hire personnel, competition, security threats including stolen NFTs and cryptocurrencies from TerraZero or its customers, consumer sentiment towards TerraZero's products, services and Metaverse technology generally, failure to develop new and innovative products, litigation, increase in operating costs, increase in labor costs, decrease in the price of cryptocurrencies and NFTs, failure of counterparties to perform their contractual obligations, government regulations, loss of key employees and consultants, and general economic, market, or business conditions. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release. Except as required by law, the Company disclaims any intention and assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Additionally, the Company undertakes no obligation to comment on the expectations of or statements made by third parties.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fannie Mae (OTCQB: FNMA) today began marketing its twenty-seventh sale of reperforming loans as part of the company's ongoing effort to reduce the size of its retained mortgage portfolio.
The sale consists of approximately 6,130 loans, having an unpaid principal balance of approximately $997 million, and is available for purchase by qualified bidders. Interested bidders can register here.
This sale of reperforming loans is being marketed in collaboration with Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. Bids are due on September 8, 2022.
Reperforming loans are loans that have been or are currently delinquent but have reperformed for a period of time. The terms of Fannie Mae's reperforming loan sale require the buyer to offer loss mitigation options to any borrower who may re-default within five years following the closing of the reperforming loan sale. All purchasers are required to honor any approved or in-process loss mitigation efforts at the time of sale, including forbearance arrangements and loan modifications. In addition, purchasers must offer delinquent borrowers a waterfall of loss mitigation options, including loan modifications, which may include principal forgiveness, prior to initiating foreclosure on any loan.
Interested bidders can register for ongoing announcements, training, and other information here. Fannie Mae will also post information about specific pools available for purchase on that page.
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World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence container port performance index shows ports in the Middle East and East Asia responded best to the heavy volume growth and service volatility caused by impacts of the global pandemic
NEW YORK, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ports in the Middle East took four of the top five spots in the second edition of the global Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) developed by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence. CPPI is a comparable index of global container port performance intended to serve as a reference point for key stakeholders in the global economy.
Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah Port tops the ranking in 2021, with regional competitors Port Salalah in Oman, Hamad Port in Qatar and Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi rounding out the top five. Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Islamic Port also featured strongly in eighth place overall.
The ranking is based on time vessels needed to spend in port to complete workloads over the course of 2021, a year that saw unprecedented port congestion and disruption to global supply chains.
"Increasing the use of digital technology and green fuel alternatives are two ways countries can modernize their ports and make maritime supply chains more resilient," said Martin Humphreys, Lead Transport Economist at the World Bank and one of the researchers behind the index. "Inefficient ports represent a significant risk for many developing countries in that they can hinder economic growth, harm employment, and increase costs for importers and exporters. In the Middle East, heavy investments in container port infrastructure and technology are proving to be effective."
The new report also highlights the resilience of East Asian ports and the capacity of Chinese ports in particular to effectively handle challenges brought about by the pandemic.
Three of the large Chinese gateways, Shanghai (Yangshan), Ningbo and the southern port of Guangzhou, feature in the top 10, while last year's most efficient port – Yokohama in Japan – dropped to 10th place overall.
The index and underlying data are intended to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement that would benefit all key stakeholders in global trade, including governments, shipping lines, port and terminal operators, shippers, logistics companies and consumers.
Key port performance metrics show large discrepancies in global port efficiency in 2021, with top performers such as King Abdullah Port achieving an average of 97 container moves per hour of vessel port time compared with just 26 container moves per hour at the main ports on North America's West Coast.
More than four-fifths of global merchandise trade by volume are carried by sea, and approximately 35 percent of total volumes and over 60 percent of commercial value is shipped in containers.
"The pandemic highlighted in stark terms the pivotal role port performance plays in the timely supply of goods to countries and their populations. The effects of the pandemic on key global gateways and associated supply chains are very worrying and continue to cause severe supply delays and shortages of goods, leading to higher prices and negatively impacting the financial situation of many companies," said Turloch Mooney, Associate Director, Maritime and Trade at S&P Global Market Intelligence.
In 23rd place, the Port of Virginia is the top ranked port in North America, followed by Miami (29) and Halifax in Canada (46).
The Moroccan port of Tanger-Med, in 6th place, is the highest ranked port in Europe and North Africa. Cartagena in Colombo (12) ranks highest in Latin America and the Caribbean, while Port Matadi in the Democratic Republic of Congo (171) is the best performing port in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The CPPI is based on total port hours per ship call, defined as the elapsed time between when a ship reaches a port to its departure from the berth having completed its cargo exchange. Greater or lesser workloads are accounted for by examining the underlying data within 10 different call size ranges. Five distinct ship size groups are accounted for in the methodology given the potential for greater fuel and emissions savings on larger vessels.
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Developed by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence, the global Container Port Performance Index is a comparable index of global container port performance intended to serve as a reference point for key stakeholders in the global economy, including national governments, port authorities, development agencies, supra-national organizations and private operators of trade, logistics and supply chain services.
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To harness the full potential of sustainable mobility, the World Bank is helping client countries develop transport infrastructure and services that are safe, green, efficient, and inclusive. The World Bank is the largest provider of development financing for transport globally and places a strong focus on climate-smart transport systems.
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The $100K Donation to Four Beneficiaries Marks the Cannabis Brand's Largest Monetary Donation to Date
OAKLAND, Calif., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiva Confections, the market leader in cannabis edibles, announced today the fifth annual release of its Camino 'Proud' gummies in honor of Pride. The much-anticipated product features reimagined packaging and a brand new Passionfruit Punch flavor with Limonene, Linalool, Beta-Caryophyllene, and Alpha-Pinene terpenes for a tailored, exhilarating effect. Additionally, Kiva revealed its largest monetary contribution to date in the amount of $100,000. These funds will be allocated across four beneficiaries in support of the LGBTQ+ community, with an emphasis on championing the transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive people who are in most need of greater access to essential care. These organizations include:
- FOLX HRT Care Fund in partnership with the National Black Trans Advocacy Coalition (BTAC)
- The LA LGBT Center's Transgender Economic Empowerment Project (TEEP)
- The Transgender Law Center
- GLAAD
"Cannabis has always been intrinsically intertwined with the LGBTQ+ community,'' said Kristi Palmer, Co-Founder of Kiva. "As a company that stands for inclusivity and acceptance, we are thrilled to partner with the FOLX HRT Care Fund and BTAC, the Los Angeles LGBT Center, Transgender Law Center, and GLAAD this year. These organizations are making a profound impact at a pivotal moment in history, and we are honored to play even a small role in helping propel their missions forward."
Whereas previous year's Camino Proud packaging focused on the celebratory aspects of Pride and the LGBTQ+ community's legacy of marches, parades, and protests, this year the minds at Kiva have chosen to feature a Bay Area landmark, The Pink Triangle. Since 1996, this symbol has been erected during Pride weekend atop San Francisco's Twin Peaks. Nearly an acre in size, it can be seen for 20 miles- an education and a remembrance for all to see. The Pink Triangle brings attention to the past persecution of those in the LGBTQ+ community and reminds us to ensure that it never happens again.
Originally pioneered in 2018 by Kiva's lead product developer to pay homage to her LGBTQ+ community, the beloved and bestselling Camino 'Proud' gummy is dosed at 5mg of THC per piece, with a total of 100mg of THC per package. The limited-edition, iridescent gummies are designed to rally spirits and help individuals stand passionately proud this summer. The Passionfruit Punch Camino will be available for a limited time at select California dispensaries and via Kiva Direct beginning May 20th. The product retails for $20, while supplies last. For more information, visit kivaconfections.com or visit the brand on Instagram @madebykiva.
About Kiva Confections:
Kiva was founded in 2010 with a clear mission - change how the world views and uses cannabis for the better. Frustrated by the inconsistent, low-quality edibles available at the time, a young couple began making chocolate bars out of their Bay Area, California home kitchen. Today, their award-winning chocolates, mints, chews, and gummies are the most trusted, recommended, and sought-after available. For this, Kiva has become the most recognized edible brand in cannabis with a passionate customer base throughout hundreds of dispensaries in CA, AZ, NV, MI, IL, OH, OK, MA, and HI.
About FOLX Health:
Launched in December 2020, FOLX Health is an LGBTQIA+ healthcare service provider built to serve the community's specific needs. The company delivers a new standard of healthcare that's built to serve LGBTQIA+ people, rather than treat them as problems to be solved. FOLX Health provides end-to-end virtual primary care, HRT, PrEP, care navigation, content and community through a diverse network of queer and trans specialized providers. In January 2021, FOLX Health established the FOLX HRT Care Fund which redistributes financial resources from allies inside and outside of the LGBTQIA+ community to support trans, nonbinary, and intersex folks to access hormone replacement therapy care through FOLX.
About Black Trans Advocacy Coalition:
The National Black Trans Advocacy Coalition (BTAC) is the only social justice organization led by Black trans people to collectively address the inequities faced in the Black transgender human experience. BTAC works to end poverty and discrimination faced in health, employment, housing, and education. For more information, visit www.blacktrans.org
About the Los Angeles LGBT Center:
Since 1969 the Los Angeles LGBT Center has cared for, championed, and celebrated LGBT individuals and families in Los Angeles and beyond. Today the Center's nearly 800 employees provide services for more LGBT people than any other organization in the world, offering programs, services, and global advocacy that span four broad categories: Health, Social Services and Housing, Culture and Education, Leadership and Advocacy. We are an unstoppable force in the fight against bigotry and the struggle to build a better world; a world in which LGBT people thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society.
About the Transgender Law Center:
TLC is the largest national trans-led organization advocating for a world in which all people are free to define themselves and their futures. Grounded in legal expertise and committed to racial justice, TLC employs community-driven strategies to keep transgender and gender nonconforming people alive, thriving, and fighting for our rights. For more information please visit https://transgenderlawcenter.org/.
About GLAAD:
GLAAD, the world's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love. For more information, please visit www.glaad.org or connect with GLAAD on Facebook and Twitter.
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Through real-time metabolite monitoring, Bitome's technology is expected to support accelerated product development timelines across Ginkgo's portfolio of cell programs
BOSTON, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA), the leading horizontal platform for cell programming, today announced that it has acquired certain assets from Bitome, a company pioneering real-time metabolite monitoring for faster biological product development. Bitome has developed technology leveraging machine learning to provide continuous monitoring of cell culture media, illuminating the performance of cells in real-time and enabling faster rates of bioprocess optimization.
In the design-build-test-learn process that is central to synthetic biology, testing the performance of cells is an expensive and time-consuming bottleneck. Bitome's continuous metabolite monitoring technology can help address this bottleneck, providing essential data on cell performance and potentially accelerating the path to production-ready organisms. Real-time data on the metabolic state of the cells in a bioreactor helps scientists better anticipate which cell lines and process conditions to select for further optimization, which in turn can reduce the number and duration of bioreactor runs that are necessary for a given project.
"Ginkgo is constantly looking for opportunities to strengthen its cell engineering platform, and a central component of cell engineering is testing and optimizing strains at scale," said Barry Canton, co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at Ginkgo Bioworks. "Having evaluated Bitome's technology over the past few years, we believe their technology will allow us to accelerate the design and optimization of strains across a range of customers and industries."
"Bitome was founded to unleash faster biotech innovation, and one of the core obstacles this industry faces is incomplete strain performance data," said Herbert Ryan, co-founder and CEO at Bitome. "Our team is thrilled to be joining the Ginkgo platform where we can deploy our technology much more broadly to create the next generation of synthetic biology."
Ginkgo is building a platform to enable customers to program cells as easily as we can program computers. The company's platform is enabling biotechnology applications across diverse markets, from food and agriculture to industrial chemicals to pharmaceuticals. Ginkgo has also actively supported a number of COVID-19 response efforts, including K-12 pooled testing, vaccine manufacturing optimization and therapeutics discovery. For more information, visit www.ginkgobioworks.com.
Bitome, Inc. is a Boston-based company that is digitizing bioprocessing. Bitome's AI engine leverages metabolomics to rapidly accelerate process optimization -- helping biotech companies get their product to market faster.
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the potential success of the acquisition and Ginkgo's cell programming platform. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "can," "project," "potential," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: (i) the effect of Ginkgo's business combination with Soaring Eagle Acquisition Corp. ("Soaring Eagle") on Ginkgo's business relationships, performance, and business generally, (ii) risks that the business combination disrupts current plans of Ginkgo and potential difficulties in Ginkgo's employee retention, (iii) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Ginkgo related to its business combination with Soaring Eagle, (iv) volatility in the price of Ginkgo's securities now that it is a public company due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Ginkgo operates and plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting Ginkgo's business and changes in the combined capital structure, (v) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations after the completion of the business combination, and identify and realize additional opportunities, (vi) the risk of downturns in demand for products using synthetic biology, (vii) the unpredictability of the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and the demand for COVID-19 testing and the commercial viability of our COVID-19 testing business, and (viii) changes to the biosecurity industry, including due to advancements in technology, emerging competition and evolution in industry demands, standards and regulations. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of Ginkgo's quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 16, 2022 and other documents filed by Ginkgo from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Ginkgo assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Ginkgo does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations.
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Company Sees Good Yields with Minimal Impact from Extreme Temperatures
BEIJING, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Origin Agritech Ltd. (NASDAQ: SEED) (the "Company" or "Origin"), an agriculture technology company, announced today that its preliminary assessment of the health of its soon to be harvested corn crops growing in different regions points to high yields with minimal impact from the extremely high temperatures and drought hitting some areas in China.
Origin attributes the good performance of its corn to its superior corn hybrids and to temperatures in its growing areas, that while higher than average were not quite as extreme as those experienced in other regions.
"We are very fortunate that our corn crops performed well this year as the extreme weather and drought has damaged crops throughout the Northern Hemisphere," said Dr. Gengchen Han, Origin Agritech's Chairman. "Global warming will continue to be an existential risk to food supply, but agritech solutions can help mitigate that risk. For example, Origin has developed a drought tolerant corn GMO trait that will help corn perform much better in drought and high heat. We have integrated the trait into all our corn hybrids and are ready to go to market once China moves to GMO positive."
About Origin Agritech Limited
Origin Agritech Limited, founded in 1997 and headquartered in Zhong-Guan-Cun (ZGC) Life Science Park in Beijing, is a leading Chinese agricultural technology company. In crop seed biotechnologies, Origin Agritech's phytase corn was the first transgenic corn to receive the Bio-Safety Certificate from China's Ministry of Agriculture. Over the years, Origin has established a robust biotechnology seed pipeline including products with glyphosate tolerance and pest resistance (Bt) traits. For further information, please visit the Company's website at www.originagritech.com. The company also maintains a twitter account for updating investors on company and industry developments, which is @origin_agritech.
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Family-owned, international self storage company acquires new property in Nampa, ID.
NAMPA, Idaho, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- StorageMart adds to its Idaho portfolio with the acquisition of the Stor-All Self Storage company. The acquisition brings 128,293 total net rentable square feet which includes 845 drive-up self storage units and will begin transitioning to operate under StorageMart management effective immediately.
This acquisition in Nampa will receive the standard StorageMart renovations to ensure the brand's promise of easy, clean storage is being met. Upgrades to the property will include enhanced LED lighting, as well as the installation of an Open Tech Gate, offering renters contactless entry onto the property through the "StorageMart Unlocked" app.
"This acquisition has been a long time coming, but we are very excited to finally add Nampa to our portfolio. The Idaho area is rich with opportunities to bring the StorageMart promise of easy, clean storage to the local community, and it came at just the right time." Alex Burnam, Director of Acquisitions.
About StorageMart: Dedicated to providing clean, well-lit storage units, and friendly customer service, StorageMart is the largest family operated self storage company in the world and has been led by the Burnam family for four generations. Through the "Store it Forward'' charitable giving program, StorageMart gives back to the many communities it calls home. Find out more at https://www.storage-mart.com.
Contact: Sarah Little
573.449.0091
Sarah.Little@storage-mart.com
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In reversal, prosecutors say R. Kelly off suicide watch
Published: Jul. 5, 2022 at 12:46 PM CDT|Updated: 8 minutes ago
NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors say R. Kelly is no longer on suicide watch following the jailed R&B singer’s sentencing in a federal sex abuse case.
Kelly’s attorneys had claimed last week that he was placed on suicide watch as a form of punishment after a judge sentenced him to 30 years behind bars for using his fame to sexually exploit women and girls.
In a court filing on Tuesday, prosecutors said prison officials had found the measure was no longer needed.
The 55-year-old Kelly has denied wrongdoing and plans to appeal his conviction.
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9/17/22 NRSC Chair, Sen. Rick Scott, on the GOP’s odds of flipping the senate
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Washington, DC – Gray Television White House correspondent and senior national editor Jon Decker interviewed Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC), for the second episode of Gray TV’s Midterm Election Series, “Election 2022 Just the Facts,” airing Saturday, September 17 and Sunday, September 18.
Sen. Scott told Decker he was “100% certain” that Republicans would take the Senate in the midterms.
On why his prediction of GOP Senate chances differed from Leader Mitch McConnell’s, Scott said: “Just look at our candidates. I mean, look at them … These guys have great backgrounds. And they’re working hard. They’re running good races.”
When asked why the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee has double the money the NRSC does, Scott answered: “Because we did the right thing. I tell people … what you have to do to win races, you can’t wait to define your opponent. So we invested early.”
On whether former President Donald Trump has given enough money to GOP Senate candidates, Scott said: “I want everybody that has any money to give us more money.”
And when questioned about Sen. Lindsay Graham’s abortion ban bill and whether legislation should remain on the state level or be a federal issue, Scott answered: “That’s a decision every senator’s going to get to make.”
Excerpts are below.
Sen. Rick Scott Highlights
On GOP Senate chances
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
Give me a sense about your optimism on a scale of one to 10, 10 being absolute certainty – how certain are you that Republicans will retake the Senate?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
“I’m 100% certain we’ll take the Senate. Now the question is, I think we’re at 52+ so we’ll see. I think we’re clearly going to be able to defend Ron Johnson’s lead. Now, you saw the polls yesterday. He’s up four. Even the Democrat poll, Marquette there has him up one. Doc Oz has cut the lead in half in Pennsylvania. So I think if people get to know Fetterman, we’re going to win there. If you look at North Carolina, Budd’s up showing the polls three. Then Herschel Walker’s already up in each of the two latest polls, three. And Adam Laxalt’s up. So I think that’s our 52, plus I think we’ve got a great opportunity in Arizona, Colorado, Washington, New Hampshire. So I think we’re going to have a breakthrough.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
Mitch McConnell … does not share your optimism. Just a few weeks ago in Kentucky, he said, ‘I think there’s probably a greater likelihood that the House flips than the Senate.’ Why do you have a different viewpoint than your leader?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
Just look at our candidates. I mean, look at them. I mean you’ve got Mehmet Oz, a world-renowned heart surgeon, the top healthcare talk show host in the world. You look at Budd, a very successful congressman, North Carolina. You look at Herschel Walker, Heisman Trophy winner, successful business person. People in Georgia love him. You look at Adam Laxalt, he’s an Iraqi war veteran. He’s a successful state attorney general.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
You look at Blake Master, successful tech entrepreneur. Joe O’Dea started a construction company, successful. You look at Tiffany Smiley. You look at retired General Bolden. These guys have great backgrounds. And they’re working hard. They’re running good races. And let’s look at this” Biden’s numbers are under 40 in every one of those states. This is a referendum on Biden. That’s number 1. Number 2, is we’ve spent our money early, which means we’ve been able to define the Democrats. And they’re under 50 in all these states. Some of them are under 45 so that gives us a big opportunity.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
The people that you’ve just praised so much, in many cases are trailing in their respective races. You mentioned Arizona, Masters is losing. You mentioned Pennsylvania, you have Dr. Oz losing in that state, trailing in every poll that I’ve seen. And I don’t think you can point to one poll in which he’s ahead. And yet you talk about how great your candidates are. And Mitch McConnell, getting back to him again, your leader, has spoken about candidate quality and why you’re having difficulty in some of these races. Do you take issue with that?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
Well first, let’s take Dr. Oz. He went through a tough primary. A lot of these guys went through tough primaries, right? So Mehmet went through a tough primary. He had a lot of attack ads against him. But now that he’s in the general election, he’s raised money. We’ve invested early. We’re defining Fetterman. He’s cut the lead way down. The last poll has Mehmet down four.
In Arizona…Blake Masters had a late primary. But let’s look at where Kelly is. Kelly is underwater. Eric Barlow, we beat him. So as long as we go out and define who Blake Masters is, I think he’s going to win.
On Sen. Lindsay Graham’s abortion bill and the Kansas abortion vote
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
Does that take you, Republicans, off message when you have a fellow senator that is in a high profile way introducing this type of legislation?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
I’m pro-life. I believe there ought to be reasonable restrictions and exceptions for rape, incest and life of the mother. And I think every campaign-
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
Should it be a state’s issue? Should states determine this or do you think, like Senator Graham has suggested it should be a federal issue?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
Well, that’s a decision every senator’s going to get to make. The Democrats have made abortion a significant issue, but they don’t want to talk about their position on abortion. Their position on abortion is, and it’s radical, they want to have abortion up to the moment a little baby’s born. They want to say a baby born alive, I can just sit on the side-
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
I don’t know if that’s necessarily true.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
That’s exactly how they voted. They all voted for that. They all voted to say a little baby born alive they’re just going to let starve to death over on the side. And they said, if you are a pro-life healthcare worker, you have to perform an abortion. That’s what they all voted to do. That’s not what the country is. The country is … reasonable restrictions and reasonable exceptions. So every candidate has talked about this. They’ve all taken that position. And there’ll be a decision whether this is done at the states or at the federal level. But I can tell you what I keep talking about is how radical the Democrats are. We all need compassion for what a woman’s going through. But we ought to say, what can we do to make sure we bring life into this country. More life. We love babies in…But what the Democrats have done is just radical and it’s wrong.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
In Kansas over the summer, they had a referendum on the issue of abortion and were you surprised by the results on that referendum? And what does that tell you, Senator, in terms of the energy that Democrats have right now on this particular issue heading into the midterms?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
Well, here’s what Democrats are doing. First off, they-
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
Did their vote surprise you, first of all?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
I wasn’t following exactly what was going to happen in Kansas, but then I think every state has different beliefs about things.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
It’s a red state. So that’s why I say that it’s surprising.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
But every state has their own beliefs about what should happen and that’s great. My state’s going to be different than some other state. We come up here to represent our states. But if you look at it, the Democrats have to talk about abortion. They can’t talk about inflation. They can’t talk about job growth. We lost 242,000 full-time jobs last month. Did you know that? 242,000 full-time jobs. We’re adding part-time jobs, right? Businesses that have to cut back and people that have to go back and get a second and third job. I mean, they can’t talk about the economy, they can’t talk about schools, they can’t talk about Afghanistan, they can’t talk about the border, they can’t talk about crime because it’s all bad issues for them. So there’s all they can talk about.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
It’s Senator Graham actually talking about it. I wouldn’t even be asking this question if he didn’t introduce it this past week, this legislation. He’s the one that’s brought this issue again to the fore.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
No, Democrats have brought the issue to the fore.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
Well he did, was introducing an issue that Senator McConnell said most of the conference is not interested in tackling abortion at the federal level. He says most of the conference, and maybe you disagree with the Senator, believes that should be tackled at the state level.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
So if you look at every, look at the Democrats who are running in Pennsylvania. That’s all they can talk about. That’s all they’re talking about. Because they can’t talk about the issues that matter. This has been talked about for months and stopped. Why is Ron Johnson already winning? … Why is Ted Budd winning? Why is Herschel Walker winning and why is Adam Laxalt still winning? And we’re within the march of there in Colorado. We’re down three to five points in Washington. I mean, look at Maggie Hassen, she’s been talking about these issues and her approval numbers are under 45. So we are going to win.
On money
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
Let’s talk about money … you, meaning the NRSC, is trailing your respective counterpart, the Democrats, as it relates to money, cash on hand. Why is that? They have double the amount of money you have right now.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
Because we did the right thing. I tell people when we got this job, what you have to do to win races, you can’t wait to define your opponent. So we invested early. We actually started defining our opponents back in 2021. We knew our target states. We started defining them then and we started investing significant dollars back in May. That’s why. You think somebody like Ron Johnson, who’s never been ahead in the poll before, in his two races before, he’s leading now because we defined the Democrats. So we’ve invested our money, we raised good money, and if you want to give more money you can text 55404, but we’ve invested and we’ve defined them. That’s why we’re doing well and we’ll continue to raise money. And we’re going to have our campaigns raise money. That’s why we’re in a good position. And look at Arizona, their election was late, their primary was late. And so we’re going to win.
On Donald Trump
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
Would you say that the former president is a leader of the Republican Party?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
What I’ve always said is the voters are the leaders of the Republican Party. In 2010, Republicans all across the country, none of them endorsed me. And guess what? I won because I talked to voters and I talked about the issue that was most important at the time. I had a seven-step plan at 700,000 jobs. And so that’s what I believe in. The voters in every one of these states is going to decide who their primary candidate is and the voters are going to decide who their next senator’s going to be and I believe they’re going to pick Republicans.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
When was the last time you spoke to the former president about the upcoming midterms?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
I talk to him every two or three weeks.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
And are you satisfied with the amount of money that he’s contributing, his political action committee is contributing to your Senate races around the country?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
I want everybody that has any money to give us more money.
Jon Decker, Gray TV Chief White House Correspondent
Okay, so-
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
Everybody.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
He’s raised an incredible amount of money from the political action committee. It seems like he’s hoarding it all. And do you want him to give more of that money to the candidates that you have competing in competitive races?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
That’s a choice he gets to make. Everybody-
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
But you must implore him when you speak to him. Mr. President, can you give some more to these tight races? We’re very close in Georgia, you might say to him. We’re very close.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
I told everybody that has money, anybody that had money in their campaign accounts and anything to help our candidates — Help the NRSC. Make sure we win.
On his responsibility if the GOP loses the Senate
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
You’ve been criticized in terms of running this organization, trying to raise money, recruit candidates. You’ve been criticized for taking time off on vacation in August to go to Italy. You’ve been criticized-
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
Can you imagine? Celebrating my 50th wedding anniversary…
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
I’m just telling you why people would criticize.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
You’ve been criticized for going to Iowa instead of other states in which there are very close Senate races. How do you respond to all this criticism? Is it tough being the person who heads this committee?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
I told people exactly what we’re going to do when I took the job and we’ve done it. I said we’re going to raise money. We’re going to invest early. We’re going to make significant investments in digital cause it’s going to pay off now. It’s going to pay off in the next five goals and cycle after that. I’ve said, we’re going to invest in Hispanic outreach. We have Hispanic outreach programs in nine competitive states. I said, we’re going to focus on election security. We’ve done all these things. We break relationships with the NRCC and the RNC and we are going to win.
Jon Decker, Gray TV White House Correspondent
You’re the conquering hero if you win. Absolutely. If you lose, are you the fall guy? Are you the fall guy if Republicans fail to take over the Senate?
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
I don’t think anybody, any one person gets credit for winning and any one person is responsible for losing. Although we all want to win.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
So I always tell the candidates, when anybody I talk to, I said, ‘Here’s the deal, you have to win your race’. I said, ‘You have to raise money, you have to get volunteers, you have to build a team’. There could be support through the cavalry. There’s super PACs out there, there’s the NRC out there, but you have to make this happen on your own.
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), NRSC Chairman
I’m going to do everything I can and work hard. I do know that Biden helps us every day when he has a party for inflation in the day that inflation is 8.3%. That probably helps us a lot when he continues to leave the border open, that probably helps us a lot. Not good for the country. If you look at everything he’s doing when he says, ‘Oh, if you’re a construction worker, you’re going to pay off the debt of somebody going to an Ivy League school.’ That probably helps us win. It’s not good for the country, but Biden is basically our best advocate for why you do not want to vote for any Democrats right now.
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CORK, Ireland, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the pricing of its offering of $400 million senior notes due 2032. The net proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including the repayment or redemption of near-term indebtedness. General corporate purposes may also include acquisitions, additions to working capital, repurchase of ordinary shares, dividends, capital expenditures and investments in JCI's subsidiaries.
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LOS ANGLES, April 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In mid-April, Waterdrop announced the launch of its first-ever 800GPD RO system – the Waterdrop G3P800 Under Sink Reverse Osmosis with a faucet screen. The new technology from the water filter industry giant comes with a smarter interaction, UV sterilization, ultra-large capacity, improved efficiency, and more advanced filtration technology.
The first generation of G3P800 went viral and recorded outstanding sales on the market as soon as it is available last year. Waterdrop now released the updated version by focusing on the R&D. For more information, please visit https://www.waterdropfilter.com/
According to Ivan, Waterdrop's CEO, the new released G3P800 is expected to "enter the next mainstream of under sink water filters." The Waterdrop G3P800 comes in a new generation of reverse osmosis technology. The purification performance is not only much better but also more efficient water consumption.
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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., April 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UpHealth, Inc. (NYSE: UPH) today announced that its 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders will be held as a virtual meeting on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. PT. Stockholders of record at the close of business on May 18, 2022 shall be entitled to vote at the 2022 Annual Meeting.
Information about the virtual meeting webcast and instructions for how stockholders can participate in the 2022 Annual Meeting will be included in the definitive proxy statement to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and will be available on the "Investors" section of UpHealth's web site at https://uphealthinc.com on that date.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) has awarded a research team led by Dan Merenstein, MD, professor of family medicine at Georgetown's School of Medicine and professor of human science at the School of Health and Nawar M. Shara, PhD, director of Center of Biostatistics, Informatics and Data Science (CBIDS) at the MedStar Health Research Institute, a $23.6 million research grant to study treatments for acute rhinosinusitis.
Acute rhinosinusitis involves inflammation of the nose and sinus passages, most often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Symptoms often include congestion, headaches, sinus pressure, facial pain, and a green/yellow nasal discharge. Together, the investigators will recruit more than 3,700 people diagnosed with acute rhinosinusitis to the largest clinical trial of its kind to study various treatment approaches. The randomized clinical trial will compare outcomes among treatments with antibiotics, nasal sprays such as intranasal corticosteroids (INCS), over-the-counter supportive treatment, or saline nasal irrigation (SNI). Some arms of the study will include a placebo.
"Acute rhinosinusitis leaves people feeling miserable and desperate for relief, and their care providers eager to help," says Dr. Merenstein, professor and director of research programs for Georgetown's Department of Family Medicine. "Unfortunately, in the absence of clinically proven treatments, providers often prescribe antibiotics. We want to know if there's a better way to treat patients and alleviate symptoms quicker."
In addition to exploring how to best improve treatment outcomes for patients, this study will also utilize several methods to collect data from participants, including voice-enabled devices like Amazon's Alexa EchoDot, in the hopes of facilitating and improving data collection accuracy with this technology.
"Given the scale of this study, we have the opportunity to learn more about how smart devices can help improve care, starting with how patients share information about their health with providers," said Dr. Shara, co-investigator for the study. "Using technology to strengthen the relationship between patient and provider is an exciting proposition but we should be rigorous in our pursuit to understand potential useability challenges." In recent years, Dr. Shara has led two other clinical trials where voice assistants were used for data collection and has specifically focused on recruiting participants from lower-resourced communities where technology access may have historically been low.
PCORI is an independent, nonprofit organization authorized by Congress in 2010. Its mission is to fund research that will provide patients, their caregivers, and clinicians with the evidence-based information needed to make better-informed healthcare decisions.
The study was selected for funding through a PCORI initiative to support large-scale, high-impact comparative effectiveness research trials in a multi-phase format allowing for testing and refinement of the study approach. The study will involve an initial feasibility phase to maximize the likelihood of full trial success. The study was selected through a highly competitive review process in which patients, caregivers, and other stakeholders joined scientists to evaluate the proposals.
The research collaboration also involves investigators from the University of Washington, UCLA, Virginia Commonwealth University, Penn State, and the University of Wisconsin.
This award has been approved pending completion of a business and programmatic review by PCORI staff and issuance of a formal award contract.
About MedStar Health
At MedStar Health, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. Our 30,000 associates and 4,700 affiliated physicians are committed to living this promise through our core SPIRIT values—Service, Patient first, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork—across our more than 300 locations including 10 hospitals, ambulatory, and urgent care centers. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University, MedStar Health is training future physician leaders to care for the whole person and is advancing care through the MedStar Health Research Institute. From our telemedicine and urgent care services to the region's largest home health agency, we're committed to providing high-quality health care that's also easy and convenient for our patients. At MedStar Health—It's how we treat people. Learn more at MedStarHealth.org.
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EDJX CEO Benjamin Thomas to explore practical solutions to achieve "safe, healthy, and equitable mobility for all" during a panel discussion at the conference
RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EDJX, the pioneer in decentralized global serverless edge computing, today announced that it will be participating in a panel discussion on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) at ITS World Congress 2022, to be held September 18-22, 2022 at the LA Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA.
The ITS community fosters transformations in technology that drive to achieve worldwide Vision Zero. Given the rise of crashes involving all types of road users and the development of new, soft mobilities, there has been a proliferation of new technologies and evolving data sources and infrastructures for road planning and management for maximum mobility and safety. Much of this tech is theoretical and research oriented. Practical applications are needed to allow for improved decision-making.
EDJX's CEO Benjamin Thomas will be speaking on a panel titled "Emerging Technologies, Digital Infrastructure and Evolving Data Sources: Driving Toward Vision Zero'' on Wednesday, September 21st from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM Pacific Time. Thomas will be joined by prestigious industry panelists Erik Dietz, Chief Operating Officer of DDi & RoadBotics, Michelin; Laurie Berman, Retired Caltrans Director; Owner, Laurie Berman Consulting, LLC; Trey Tillander, Executive Director of Transportation Technology, Florida Department of Transportation; Gareth Evans, VP of Sales, Public Sector, Wejo; Jeffrey DeCoux, Chairman of the Autonomy Institute; Anita Vandervalk, PE, PMP, Vice President, Iteris, Inc., will be moderating the panel. The panel will occur in person in Room 405 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
This session will feature transformative solutions and use cases on the paradigm shift from reactive to proactive road safety that combines technology and data to provide proven results in saving lives. Panel speakers will highlight solutions that combine hardware, software, technology, and data to achieve Vision Zero. Each panelist will provide an overview of working use cases followed by a discussion regarding strategies and solutions for how ITS is leveraged now and, in the future, to benefit the traveling public's safety.
EDJX - Onboarding Developers
EDJX enables the edge to be everywhere, championing computing that is ubiquitous, like electricity, to power billions of connected devices. EDJX brings compute, network and storage services close to the developer, making it easy to write, deploy and execute applications without paying for servers and maintaining infrastructure. The EDJX Platform allows developers to build instantly global, powerful applications. The developer's C++ or Rust code gets compiled into WebAssembly; more languages will be offered soon.
Call to Action
Register online to attend this year's ITS World Congress and follow EDJX on LinkedIn and Twitter for key conference takeaways. Additionally, download details about building apps on the serverless EDJX Platform where developers can build and scale with EDJX currently without charge. Developers can sign up for the EDJX Platform here.
About EDJX
EDJX is an intelligent Edge OS and computing platform that makes it easy to write, deploy, and execute applications using serverless computing to increase responsiveness and security. EDJX's edge mesh network of micro-compute and storage nodes minimizes latency, eliminates expensive backhauling of data, accelerates content delivery, and rapidly deploys IoT sensors at the far edge. EDJX helps businesses handle the explosive demand for data processing to serve real-world edge computing applications, including industrial IoT, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and robotics. EDJX is a privately held company based in Raleigh, NC. Visit EDJX and follow EDJX on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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Ja Morant returns to Grizzlies after missing 9 games
By CLAY BAILEY
Associated Press
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant returned to action Saturday night against the New Orleans Pelicans after missing nine games with right knee soreness. The point guard, the team scoring leader at 27.6 points a game, was announced in the starting lineup shortly before the game. Morant’s return gives Memphis an opportunity to have its starters play together before the playoffs. Memphis holds the second seed in the Western Conference. Morant, who was listed as questionable in the pregame injury report, hadn’t played since injuring the knee March 18 at Atlanta. During that span, the Grizzlies were 7-2, the losses coming in the last two games at Utah and Denver. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/09/ja-morant-returns-to-grizzlies-after-missing-9-games/ | 2022-04-09T22:40:41Z |
DALLAS, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Monuments Men Foundation for the Preservation of Art (Foundation) today announced that it is changing its name to Monuments Men and Women Foundation, formalizing its fifteen-year long mission to honor these heroes, men and women, of WWII.
The Foundation, created by #1 NYT bestselling author Robert M. Edsel, was established to preserve the legacy of the Monuments Men and Women, honor them for their service, and raise public awareness about their important work. Since its first day of operations on June 6, 2007, the 63rd anniversary of D-Day, the Foundation has introduced these WWII veterans from fourteen nations, to a global audience through books, documentaries, a feature film, and an investigative television series.
In the last decade, the Foundation has expanded its mission to completing the work of the Monuments Men and Women by reuniting rightful owners with their long-lost properties. "The Monuments Women, twenty-seven in all, made an important contribution to the post-war restitution of almost 4,000,000 stolen cultural objects," said Foundation president Anna Bottinelli. "Today, women are an integral part of the US Army's newly reconstituted cultural preservation force. Women constitute a majority of our Monuments Men and Women Foundation team. It is right and appropriate that we recognize those contributions by name."
Stephen Watson, President and CEO of the National WWII Museum, said "The National WWII Museum salutes the Foundation in formalizing their recognition of the crucial role that women played in the military's efforts to rescue artwork threatened with theft or destruction in World War II. We are proud of our partnership with the Foundation to tell the stories of Monuments Women like Capt. Edith Standen, one of America's outstanding art registrars who sorted through tens of thousands of stolen objects at the end of the war. Her efforts and others will be celebrated in a new permanent gallery dedicated to Monuments Men and Women in the Museum's Liberation Pavilion, opening in 2023."
"This name change has been a long-standing wish of mine," said Robert M. Edsel, Founder and Chairman of the Foundation. "The upcoming opening of the Monuments Men and Women Gallery presented just the right opportunity."
The Foundation also revealed its new logo, designed by Grace Houdek, a recent graduate of Michigan State University (MSU). Through the personal connection of Foundation Trustee Ms. Kristen Mapes, Assistant Director of Digital Humanities at MSU, the Foundation partnered with students in the university's Design Center resulting in several innovative and creative concepts. The Foundation wants to extend thanks to Associate Professor Christopher Corneal and his students for their excellent work.
Inspired by the 15th-century Ghent Altarpiece, one of the world's most revered and beautiful works of art – and one of the most frequently stolen – the left-to-right design of the logo represents art still missing, art that has been recovered, and ultimately art that has been returned to its rightful owners. The total number of panels – fourteen in all – is a subtle, yet brilliant reference to the Monuments Men and Women of fourteen nations who worked together to help rescue and protect cultural treasures throughout WWII.
"Ms. Houdek beautifully captured the mission of the Foundation," said president Bottinelli. "I am grateful to Professor Corneal and our Trustee Ms. Mapes for opening the door to this collaboration. Rebranding can be a long and expensive process, so their dedication to this important step was immensely helpful."
The website change www.monumentsmenandwomenfnd.org will be effective immediately. The name change, however, will be implemented gradually. In conjunction with the name change, the Foundation has created a dedicated fund for donors wishing to help underwrite the cost of rebranding. To learn how you can help, please write to info@monumentsmenandwomenfnd.org.
Monuments Men and Women Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to raising global awareness about the importance of respecting and preserving our shared cultural heritage by honoring the historic achievements of the Monuments Men and Women and completing their mission to right the wrongs of the Nazi looting machine using its super partes role to return stolen and missing objects to their rightful owners. The Foundation acts on behalf of the art or cultural object in question, without favoritism, without an agenda. It has to date located and returned more than thirty objects, some priceless.
During its first 12 years of operations, the Foundation raised worldwide awareness about the Monuments Men and Women through film, television, and books, honored their military service through the awarding of the Congressional Gold Medal – the highest civilian honor bestowed by the United States – and preserved their legacy through a partnership with the National World War II Museum making the Foundation's incomparable archives and artifacts accessible to students and scholars around the world. In October 2020, the Museum broke ground on its Liberation Pavilion, which will feature a permanent exhibition about the Monuments Men and Women, the first of its kind.
For more information, please visit www.monumentsmenandwomenfnd.org.
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Musk aims to ease concerns in address to Twitter workers
(AP) – In an unusual move for what’s been an unusual takeover bid for Twitter by the world’s richest man, Tesla CEO Elon Musk met virtually with the social platform’s employees Thursday, even though his $44 billion offer has not yet been completed.
“Trust is as trust does. I tend to be extremely literal in what I say...One does not (need) to read between the lines. One can simply read the lines,” Musk said in the meeting, according to a tweet from Nola Weinstein, Twitter’s global head of brand experiences and engagement.
Weinstein did not immediately respond to a message for further comment and she subsequently deleted all her tweets about the meeting. Twitter declined to comment.
Musk, according to multiple news reports, also addressed possible layoffs at the company, saying that, right now, “costs exceed revenue. That’s not a great situation.”
He also touched on growth, saying he’d like to see Twitter reach a billion users — roughly four times its current user base — and anonymity, where he earlier created a stir when he said he wants to “verify all humans” on the service. At the meeting, he clarified that this does not mean he wants to have everyone on Twitter use their real names, like on Facebook, since pseudonyms can allow people to express their political views freely, according to The New York Times.
Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal announced the all-hands meeting to employees in an email on Monday, saying they’d be able to submit questions in advance.
The meeting is a “clear step in the right direction towards the chances of a deal happening and a smart strategic move as Twitter employees have been left in the dark over the past few months and have many questions during this volatile period of uncertainty,” said Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives.
One of Musk’s key points at the meeting, which started a little after 9 a.m. Pacific time, was to make Twitter “so compelling that you can’t live without it,” Weinstein tweeted. Musk, who has more than 98 million followers on Twitter and its one of the platform’s most prolific users, also said that while some people “use their hair to express themselves, I use Twitter,” according to Weinstein.
Musk, according to multiple reports, also praised Chinese apps such as TikTok, which he said is good at keeping people engaged and not being “boring,” and WeChat, which he said could be a good model for what Twitter could be.
“Transforming Twitter into a WeChat-like super app would be a massive undertaking for Musk,” said Jasmine Enberg, principal analyst at Insider Intelligence. “Changing consumer behavior is hard – something that Meta (then Facebook) quickly discovered during its own super app ambitions.”
While Musk, through Tesla, already has ties to China, Enberg noted that the “media landscape, perceptions of privacy, and shopping behaviors are markedly different in China than in the Western world, and Musk would not only have to overcome the hurdle of convincing consumers to change how they behave online, but also that Twitter is the place to do it.”
Musk reached a deal to acquire Twitter in April, but he has clashed with the company repeatedly since then over the number of bots, or fake accounts, that exist on the social media platform. Musk said he was putting the deal on hold on May 13, although it seems unlikely that he can do that on his own. Musk said he needed more data from the company about those bot accounts, despite the fact hat Twitter has reported its bot estimates — and its admission that they may be too low — to investors for years.
Twitter employees could have other reasons to be nervous about Musk’s impending takeover. The irascible billionaire has levied a barrage of criticism at the company, from its moderation and safety policies, which he terms a threat to “free speech,” to its anonymous user accounts, which he would like to eliminate, to its ban of former President Donald Trump, which he has pledged to reverse.
“If there are 2 sides to an issue it’s important to represent multiple opinions. Most issues in the world are complex,” Weinstein quoted Musk as saying.
Harry Kraemer, a former CEO of Baxter International and professor at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, pointed out that the deal is “not a guarantee until it is done” and there are still plenty of steps left in the process before the purchase can be completed.
“In my experience it is very unusual and almost bizarre for someone who has not purchased the company to speak to current employees of the company he is looking to purchase,” Kraemer said.
Musk has also targeted Twitter’s work-from home policy, having once called for the company’s headquarters to be turned into a “homeless shelter” because, he said, so few employees actually worked there. The comment also served as a thinly veiled jab at San Francisco, which has a large homeless population. He said during Thursday’s meeting that he strongly favors working in person, according to Weinstein.
It’s not clear if this week’s meeting means that the two sides have come closer together on resolving their issues. Shares of Twitter have been trading well below the $54.20 per share that Musk has agreed to pay amid Wall Street doubts that the deal will be consummated.
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- Horizon Platform Originates $132 Million of New Loans in Q1, Including $73 Million of New Loans for HRZN -
- Horizon Platform Ends Quarter with Record Committed Backlog of $172 Million, Including $151 Million in HRZN Commitments -
FARMINGTON, Conn., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) ("HRZN" or the "Company"), a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries, today provided its portfolio update for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022 and an update on the lending platform ("Horizon Platform") of Horizon Technology Finance Management LLC ("HTFM"), its investment adviser.
"We had a very productive start to 2022, closing $132 million of loans originated through our lending platform in the first quarter, including $73 million of loans for HRZN," said Gerald A. Michaud, President of HTFM. "In addition, the Horizon Platform's committed backlog grew to a record $172 million of debt investments, including $151 million in HRZN commitments, showcasing the strength of the Horizon brand to attract quality innovative and diverse companies. HRZN also received $12 million in loan prepayments during the quarter, providing additional and accelerated income and continuing to validate our predictive pricing strategy. With a robust backlog and an additional $165 million of new awards to go along with a significant pipeline of new investment opportunities, we believe the Horizon Platform and HRZN remain well positioned to continue growing and delivering additional value to HRZN's shareholders."
First Quarter 2022 Portfolio Update
Originations
During the first quarter of 2022, a total of $131.9 million of loans funded through the Horizon Platform, including 16 loans totaling $73.2 million funded by HRZN as follows:
- $7.5 million to a new portfolio company, MyForest Foods Co., a producer of sustainable, meat alternative products using mycelium, or the roots of mushrooms.
- $7.5 million to a new portfolio company, a software-enabled services provider focused on planning, migration, operation and automation of SAP in the cloud.
- $7.5 million to a new portfolio company, a leader in indoor vertical farming.
- $7.5 million to a new portfolio company, a developer of prescription digital diagnostic and therapeutic products focused on pediatric behavioral health conditions.
- $7.5 million to a new portfolio company, a leading grower and marketer of fresh organic culinary herbs, providing sustainable, USDA-certified organic, regionally grown produce to retailers.
- $5.5 million to an existing portfolio company, NextCar Holding Company, Inc. dba Autonomy, an online platform offering high quality new and used cars to consumers on a subscription basis.
- $5.0 million to a new portfolio company, Aerobiotix, LLC, a manufacturer of air disinfection systems for medical, healthcare and community facilities that eliminate airborne pathogens to optimize indoor air quality.
- $5.0 million to a new portfolio company, Secure Transfusion Services, Inc., an operator of commercial blood collection centers that source and distribute vital, in-demand blood components, such as platelets, to hospitals.
- $5.0 million to an existing portfolio company, Castle Creek Biosciences, Inc., a developer of gene therapies for patients with rare and serious genetic diseases.
- $5.0 million to an existing portfolio company, a medical data company improving healthcare outcomes with its proprietary smart medical devices.
- $2.5 million to an existing portfolio company, Spineology, Inc., a developer of anatomy-conserving technology solutions for use in lumbar spinal fusion procedures.
- $2.5 million to an existing portfolio company, Dropoff, Inc., a same-day delivery service for healthcare and other companies.
- $2.5 million to an existing portfolio company, a builder of conservation memorial forests that offer sustainable alternatives to cemeteries.
- $1.25 million to an existing portfolio company, Unagi, Inc., a developer of premium portable electric scooters that are offered for sale and on an affordable monthly subscription program.
- $1.0 million to an existing portfolio company, Alula, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of security systems sold exclusively to professional distributors and dealers.
- $0.4 million to an existing company, MacuLogix, Inc., a medical device company in the optometry and ophthalmology industry.
Liquidity Events
HRZN experienced liquidity events from two portfolio companies in the first quarter of 2022, including principal prepayments of $12.0 million, compared to $55.0 million of principal prepayments and $0.4 million of warrant and equity proceeds during the fourth quarter of 2021:
- In February, LiquiGlide, Inc. prepaid its outstanding principal balance of $2.0 million on its venture loan, plus interest, end-of-term payment and prepayment fee. HRZN continues to hold warrants in the company.
- In February, Quip NYC Inc. prepaid its outstanding principal balance of $10.0 million on its venture loan, plus interest, end-of-term payment and prepayment fee. HRZN continues to hold warrants in the company.
Principal Payments Received
During the first quarter of 2022, HRZN received regularly scheduled principal payments on investments totaling $1.9 million, compared to regularly scheduled principal payments totaling $2.9 million during the fourth quarter of 2021.
Commitments
During the quarter ended March 31, 2022, HRZN closed new loan commitments totaling $100.4 million to 11 companies, compared to new loan commitments of $114.9 million to 10 companies in the fourth quarter of 2021. HTFM's other managed funds, during the quarter, closed new loan commitments totaling $60.0 million of unfunded loan approvals and commitments.
Pipeline and Term Sheets
As of March 31, 2022, HRZN's unfunded loan approvals and commitments ("Committed Backlog") were $150.8 million to 20 companies. This compares to a Committed Backlog of $124.5 million to 23 companies as of December 31, 2021. HRZN's portfolio companies have discretion whether to draw down such commitments and the right of a portfolio company to draw down its commitment is often subject to achievement of specific milestones and other conditions to borrowing. Accordingly, there is no assurance that any or all of these transactions will be funded by HRZN. HTFM's other managed funds ended the quarter with a total of $20.8 million of unfunded loan approvals and commitments.
During the quarter, HTFM received signed term sheets that are in the approval process, which may result in the Horizon Platform providing up to an aggregate of $165.0 million of new debt investments. These opportunities are subject to underwriting conditions including, but not limited to, the completion of due diligence, negotiation of definitive documentation and investment committee approval, as well as compliance with HTFM's allocation policy. Accordingly, there is no assurance that any or all of these transactions will be completed or funded by HRZN.
Warrant and Equity Portfolio
As of March 31, 2022, HRZN held a portfolio of warrant and equity positions in 85 portfolio companies, including 71 private companies, which provides the potential for future additional returns to HRZN's shareholders.
About Horizon Technology Finance
Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: HRZN) is a leading specialty finance company that provides capital in the form of secured loans to venture capital backed companies in the technology, life science, healthcare information and services, and sustainability industries. The investment objective of HRZN is to maximize its investment portfolio's return by generating current income from the debt investments it makes and capital appreciation from the warrants it receives when making such debt investments. Horizon Technology Finance Management LLC is headquartered in Farmington, Connecticut, with a regional office in Pleasanton, California, and investment professionals located in Portland, Maine, Austin, Texas, and Reston, Virginia. To learn more, please visit www.horizontechfinance.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements included herein may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements and are not guarantees of future performance, condition or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in Horizon's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Horizon undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statement made herein. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release.
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FORT COLLINS, Colo., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Otter Products announced today the latest evolution for the No. 1-selling waterproof case in the U.S.1 Starting later this year, fan-favorite LifeProof FRĒ cases will be rebranded under the OtterBox name.
"LifeProof joined the Otter Products family of brands in 2013 and has innovated its product portfolio substantially since then," said Otter Products CEO Jim Parke. "Given the continued maturation of the mobile technology industry, we decided that now is the right time to market our most popular LifeProof product under the expansive reach of the OtterBox brand."
Both OtterBox and LifeProof have benefited from shared design, development, manufacturing, marketing and customer support resources over the last nine years. There will be no change in the level of support for FRĒ or the warranty support for legacy LifeProof products, and the company will retain all employees and continues to grow. The transition of all products into the OtterBox brand will allow for more focused investment and innovation.
LifeProof was founded in 2011 with an industry-disrupting slim waterproof case – FRĒ. LifeProof more recently evolved its product offerings with a focus on creating highly protective cases made from sustainable materials, in line with a corporate commitment to doing its part to create a more sustainable future. LifeProof served as a proving ground for the OtterBox brand to also adopt robust recycled materials into its cases while maintaining the protection that both brands are known for. Thanks to these LifeProof innovations, the company has repurposed more than 1.7 million pounds of plastic – diverting them from landfills and waterways to live a new life protecting mobile devices.
This commitment to sustainability, along with the popular FRĒ case design, will live on at Otter Products. Existing LifeProof-branded product will be available at select retailers and lifeproof.com while quantities last and will be supported by the Otter Products customer service department that has always handled claims under the brand's robust warranty program. LifeProof brand fans will now benefit from the expanded OtterBox product ecosystem, including an extensive offering of screen protection and power products.
OtterBox innovates bold products that deliver confidence and trust in any pursuit. From its humble beginnings with a drybox in a Fort Collins, Colo., garage, OtterBox has honed and leveraged its expertise in manufacturing and design to become the No. 1-selling smartphone case brand in the U.S. and a leader in rugged outdoor lifestyle products.2
At the center of every OtterBox innovation is a deeper goal to affect positive, lasting change. In partnership with the OtterCares Foundation, OtterBox grows to give back by inspiring kids to change the world through entrepreneurship and philanthropy. To learn more about this mission, visit OtterBox.com/GivingBack.
For more information, visit www.OtterBox.com.
LifeProof was created for those who rise before dawn for a pre-work paddle out. And those who put off sleep to tighten up a new song. And those who lose all track of time because they're lost in creating, exploring, practicing, dancing or reinventing themselves.
At LifeProof, we build products that inspire individuals to get lost in the now. From independents to athletes, scenesters to world travelers, creatives to curators — FRĒe spirits everywhere turn to our cases and accessories to feed their passions because only LifeProof is made to follow you into the moment.
For more information, visit LIFEPROOF.COM.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (the "Company" or "JinkoSolar") (NYSE:JKS), one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world, today announced that it has been recognized for "Overall High Achievement in Manufacturing" in the 2022 edition of the Renewable Energy Testing Center's ("RETC") PV Module Index Report ("PVMI"). This marks the third consecutive year that the Company has earned recognition as a top performer in the industry-leading report.
The comprehensive PVMI Report summarizes the results of rigorous bankability and beyond-certification tests conducted at RETC's accredited laboratories over a 12-month span. JinkoSolar earned the "Overall High Achiever" designation by excelling across all three of the test categories: quality, performance, and reliability.
"It is an honor to receive this award for the third consecutive year," said Nigel Cockroft, General Manager of JinkoSolar (U.S.) Inc. "This achievement not only highlights our strong commitment to R&D and excellent module performance, but it also demonstrates our continued leadership in the industry."
"The PVMI gives a glimpse of JinkoSolar's balanced focus on innovation and improvement with a relentless commitment to producing dependable, high performing PV modules," said Daniel Chang, VP Business Development for RETC. "Being an 'Overall High Achiever' for the third year in a row also shows JinkoSolar's consistency and ability to supply to demanding PV projects."
About JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.
JinkoSolar (NYSE: JKS) is one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world. JinkoSolar distributes its solar products and sells its solutions and services to a diversified international utility, commercial and residential customer base in China, the United States, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom, Chile, South Africa, India, Mexico, Brazil, the United Arab Emirates, Italy, Spain, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, Greece and other countries and regions. JinkoSolar has built a vertically integrated solar product value chain, with an integrated annual capacity of 40.0 GW for mono wafers, 40.0 GW for solar cells, and 50.0 GW for solar modules, as of March 31, 2022.
JinkoSolar has 12 productions facilities globally, 21 overseas subsidiaries in Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, India, Turkey, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Australia, Canada, Malaysia, UAE, and Denmark, and global sales teams in mainland China, the United States, Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Japan, Australia, Korea, India, Turkey, Chile, Brazil, Mexico and Hong Kong, as of March 31, 2022.
To find out more, please see: www.jinkosolar.com
About RETC
RETC, LLC is a leading engineering services and certification testing provider for renewable energy products headquartered in Fremont, CA.
RETC puts customers at the forefront while bringing value at all stages— from R&D, market-entry, to bankability. Since its founding in 2009, manufacturers, developers, independent engineers, and investors have partnered with RETC to test products from a broad range of module, inverter, storage, and racking manufacturers. Only the latest testing standards and industry-accepted methods of vetting products are used in RETC labs. RETC is united by the belief that its work is enabling a safer and more sustainable future.
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For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
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JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.
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NEWARK, Del., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FEMSelect, the developer of EnPlace®, a minimally invasive, meshless approach to pelvic floor ligament fixation, reported positive results in a four-year prospective follow-up evaluation of the system. Medical investigators found that EnPlace, cleared by the FDA for attaching sutures to ligaments of the pelvic floor, produced long-term apical repair success for women treated by this method.
The post-procedure impact showed a surgical success rate of 92.3% for the 13 women aged 48 through 82 who suffered from advanced Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP). The EnPlace procedures were conducted in 2014 and 2015. The analysis measured anatomical and functional cure rates, post-operative pain and dyspareunia levels, urinary symptoms, and post-operative complication rates. The single-arm study was published in the International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics.
Professor Alexander Tsivian, Chairman of Urology Department, Wolfson Medical Center, Holon, Israel stated, "These positive study results demonstrate that in the long and medium term, EnPlace should be considered for patients needing apical suspension and while avoiding complications from mesh augmentation, deep surgical dissection, and more invasive transvaginal or abdominal POP surgeries."
The authors reported that the women in the study had no interoperative complications, no new cases of de novo pelvic pain, and no new onset of bowel symptoms.
The EnPlace system makes an approach to prolapse repair easy and fast to perform with minimal dissection and without a mesh implant. FEMSelect's patented delivery system enables the precise guidance, insertion and deployment of a small, nitinol anchor for pelvic floor ligament fixation. EnPlace has FDA 510(k) clearance and the CE Mark in the EU.
"The EnPlace minimally invasive procedure reduces the recovery time and medical costs associated with transvaginal surgeries. FEMSelect is proud to bring our proven approach to the market and promote advancement in women's healthcare," commented Debbie Garner, Co-CEO of FEMSelect.
LiNA Medical USA is the national distributor for the EnPlace system.
Prof. Menahem Neuman, a study author, is Medical Director of FEMSelect.
FEMSelect is a women-led company with a mission to make a lasting impact on women's health by delivering innovative technologies that provide consistent results in a patient-centric manner and dramatically improve outcomes for women. For more information about the EnPlace system, please contact info@femselect.com or visit https://femselect.com.
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Penn Honored During NACD 16th Annual 2022 Directorship 100™ Awards
ATLANTA, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- North Highland, the leading change and transformation consultancy, has announced that Loretta Penn, Lead Director of its Board of Managers, was named Private Company Director of the Year by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD).
NACD honored Penn during its 16th annual 2022 NACD Directorship 100 awards, which celebrate the "most influential" directors and governance professionals making incredible impact on boardroom practices and performance. Penn was peer-nominated for her strong demonstration of integrity, mature confidence, informed judgment and high standards.
"The NACD Directorship 100 continues to honor those who have demonstrated exemplary board leadership and innovation in corporate governance," said Peter R. Gleason, NACD president and CEO. "We honor these individuals' forward-thinking minds and their ability to lead their board and organizations to current and future success."
"Loretta is the epitome of a changemaker," said Alex Bombeck, CEO of North Highland. "She has worked consistently to improve North Highland's strategic goals, performance and innovation in alignment with our transformative journey. We're very proud of Loretta and honored to have her as part of the North Highland team."
Penn accepted the award during the NACD Directorship 100 Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City, where she shared her thoughts on the achievement.
"I'm extremely flattered to receive this prestigious award from NACD," shared Penn. "I've shared before that in order to attain success, you need people to encourage and support your efforts. In this instance, I'm incredibly appreciative of the North Highland team's support and partnership along the way."
The complete list of the 2022 NACD Directorship 100 is available at https://directorship100.nacdonline.org/honorees/2022.
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North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It's how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we're recognized as the world's leading transformation consultancy. We break new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate. Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together. This means North Highland has more than 3,500 experts in 50+ offices around the globe on hand to partner with you.
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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Even after five years of living together in the Pacific resort city of Acapulco, something as simple as holding hands or sharing a kiss in public is unthinkable for Dayanny Marcelo and Mayela Villalobos.
There is an ever-present fear of being rejected or attacked in Guerrero, a state where same-sex relationships are not widely accepted and one of five in Mexico where same-sex marriage is still not allowed.
But this week they traveled the 235 miles (380 kilometers) to Mexico’s capital, where the city government hosted a mass wedding for same-sex couples as part of celebrations of LGBT Pride Month.
Under a tent set up in the plaza of the capital’s civil registry, along with about 100 other same-sex couples, Villalobos and Marcelo sealed their union Friday with a kiss while the wedding march played in the background.
Their ability to wed is considered one of the LGBT community’s greatest recent achievements in Mexico. It is now possible in 27 of Mexico’s 32 states and has been twice upheld by the Supreme Court.
Mexico, Brazil and Argentina top Latin America in the number of same-sex marriages.
Mariaurora Mota, a leader of the Mexican LGBTTTI+ Coalition, said the movement still is working to guarantee in all of Mexico the right to change one’s identity, have access to health care and social security and to let transsexual minors change their gender on their birth certificates.
Walking around Mexico City a day before their wedding, Marcelo and Villalobos confessed to feeling strange holding hands in the city streets. Displays of affection between same-sex couples in the capital are commonplace, but it was difficult to shed their inhibititions.
“I feel nervous,” said Villalobos, a 30-year-old computer science major, as Marcelo held her hand.
Villalobos grew up in the northern state of Coahuila in a conservative Christian community. She always felt an “internal struggle,” because she knew she had a different sexual orientation, but feared her family would reject her. “I always cried because I wanted to be normal,” she said.
She came out to her mother when she was 23. She thought that moving to Acapulco in 2017 with a young niece would give her more freedom.
Villalobos met Marcelo, a native of the beach town, there. Marcelo, a 29-year-old shop employee, said her acceptance of her sexual orientation was not as traumatic as Villalobos’, but she still did not come out as pansexual until she was 24. She said she had been aided by the Mexico City organization Cuenta Conmigo, — Count on Me — which provides educational and psychological support.
Walking around the capital this week with massive rainbow flags hanging from public buildings and smaller ones flapping in front of many businesses, Villalobos could not help but compare it to her native state and her present home in Guerrero.
“In the same country the people are very open and in another (place) … the people are close-minded, with messages of hate toward the community,” she said.
Elihú Rendón, a 28-year-old administrative employee for a ride-sharing application, and Javier Vega Candia, a 26-year-old theater teacher, grew up in Mexico City and coming out for them was not so complicated.
“We’re in a city where they’re opening all of the rights and possibilities to us, including doing this communal LGBT wedding,” said Vega Candia as he held out Rendon’s hand to show off a ring he had given him shortly before they moved in together.
When they walk through the city’s streets they don’t hesitate to express affection, sometimes hugging and dancing in a crosswalk while traffic was stopped.
“I’m happy to have been born in this city thinking that we have these rights and not in another country where we could be killed,” Vega Candia said.
Villalobos and Marcelo do not expect much in their daily lives to change when they return to Acapulco as a married couple. But Marcelo said that with the marriage certificate, she will try to get Villalobos included on the health insurance she receives through her employer.
“With a marriage certificate it is easier,” Marcelo said. “If something happens to me or something happens to her, we’ll have proof that we’re together.” | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/mass-same-sex-wedding-in-mexico-challenges-discrimination/ | 2022-06-26T12:24:29Z |
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Forrester Research, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORR) will broadcast its first-quarter earnings conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time on Thursday, May 5, 2022.
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- Second-quarter 2022 sales and revenues increased 11% to $14.2 billion
- Second-quarter 2022 profit per share of $3.13; adjusted profit per share of $3.18
- Returned $1.7 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends in the quarter
DEERFIELD, Ill., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) announced second-quarter 2022 sales and revenues of $14.2 billion, an 11% increase compared with $12.9 billion in the second quarter of 2021. The increase was primarily due to favorable price realization and higher sales volume.
Operating profit margin was 13.6% for the second quarter of 2022, compared with 13.9% for the second quarter of 2021. Second-quarter 2022 profit per share was $3.13, compared with second-quarter 2021 profit per share of $2.56. Adjusted profit per share in the second quarter of 2022 was $3.18, compared with second-quarter 2021 adjusted profit per share of $2.60. Adjusted profit per share for both quarters excluded restructuring costs. Please see a reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures in the appendix on page 13.
For the first half of 2022, enterprise operating cash flow was $2.5 billion. In the quarter, the company repurchased $1.1 billion of Caterpillar common stock and paid dividends of $0.6 billion. The company ended the period with $6.0 billion of enterprise cash.
"Our team delivered another good quarter with double-digit top line and adjusted profit per share growth despite ongoing supply chain challenges," said Chairman and CEO Jim Umpleby. "Our second-quarter results reflect healthy demand across most of our end markets. We remain focused on executing our strategy for long-term profitable growth."
CONSOLIDATED RESULTS
Consolidated Sales and Revenues
Consolidated Sales and Revenues Comparison
Second Quarter 2022 vs. Second Quarter 2021
To access this chart, go to https://investors.caterpillar.com/financials/quarterly-results/default.aspx for the downloadable version of Caterpillar second-quarter 2022 earnings.
The chart above graphically illustrates reasons for the change in consolidated sales and revenues between the second quarter of 2021 (at left) and the second quarter of 2022 (at right). Caterpillar management utilizes these charts internally to visually communicate with the company's Board of Directors and employees.
Total sales and revenues for the second quarter of 2022 were $14.247 billion, an increase of $1.358 billion, or 11%, compared with $12.889 billion in the second quarter of 2021. The increase was due to favorable price realization and higher sales volume, partially offset by unfavorable currency impacts primarily related to the euro, Australian dollar and Japanese yen. The increase in sales volume was driven by services, partially offset by lower sales of equipment to end users.
Sales were higher across the three primary segments.
Consolidated Operating Profit
Consolidated Operating Profit Comparison
Second Quarter 2022 vs. Second Quarter 2021
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The chart above graphically illustrates reasons for the change in consolidated operating profit between the second quarter of 2021 (at left) and the second quarter of 2022 (at right). Caterpillar management utilizes these charts internally to visually communicate with the company's Board of Directors and employees. The bar titled Other includes consolidating adjustments and Machinery, Energy & Transportation's other operating (income) expenses.
Operating profit for the second quarter of 2022 was $1.944 billion, an increase of $155 million, or 9%, compared with $1.789 billion in the second quarter of 2021. The increase was primarily due to favorable price realization and higher sales volume, partially offset by higher manufacturing costs and higher selling, general and administrative (SG&A) and research and development (R&D) expenses. Unfavorable manufacturing costs largely reflected higher material and freight costs. The increase in SG&A/R&D expenses was mainly driven by investments aligned with the company's strategy for profitable growth and higher short-term incentive compensation expense.
Other Profit/Loss and Tax Items
- Other income (expense) in the second quarter of 2022 was income of $260 million, compared with income of $201 million in the second quarter of 2021. The change was primarily driven by favorable impacts from foreign currency exchange, partially offset by unfavorable impacts from commodity hedges, unrealized losses on marketable securities and lower pension and other postemployment benefit (OPEB) plan income.
- The provision for income taxes for the second quarter of 2022 reflected an estimated annual global tax rate of approximately 24%, compared with 26% for the second quarter of 2021, excluding the discrete items discussed below. The comparative tax rate for full-year 2021 was 23%.
In the second quarter of 2022, the company recorded discrete tax benefits of $55 million, primarily for a prior year tax adjustment due to a change in estimate, compared with a $17 million benefit in the second quarter of 2021 for the settlement of stock-based compensation awards with associated tax deductions in excess of cumulative U.S. GAAP compensation expense.
Construction Industries' total sales were $6.033 billion in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of $377 million, or 7%, compared with $5.656 billion in the second quarter of 2021. The increase was due to favorable price realization, partially offset by unfavorable currency impacts primarily related to the euro, Japanese yen and Australian dollar. Sales volume decreased slightly as lower sales of equipment to end users was mostly offset by higher sales of aftermarket parts.
- In North America, sales increased due to favorable price realization and higher sales volume. Higher sales volume was driven by the impact from changes in dealer inventories. Dealer inventory decreased more during the second quarter of 2021 than during the second quarter of 2022.
- Sales increased in Latin America primarily due to higher sales volume and favorable price realization. Higher sales volume was driven by higher sales of equipment to end users, partially offset by the impact from changes in dealer inventories. Dealer inventory decreased during the second quarter of 2022, compared with an increase during the second quarter of 2021.
- In EAME, sales decreased due to lower sales volume and unfavorable currency impacts primarily related to the euro, partially offset by favorable price realization. Lower sales volume was primarily driven by the impact from changes in dealer inventories. Dealer inventory decreased during the second quarter of 2022, compared with an increase during the second quarter of 2021.
- Sales decreased in Asia/Pacific mainly due to lower sales volume and unfavorable currency impacts primarily related to the Japanese yen and Australian dollar, partially offset by favorable price realization. Lower sales volume was driven by lower sales of equipment to end users, primarily in China.
Construction Industries' profit was $989 million in the second quarter of 2022, a decrease of $40 million, or 4%, compared with $1.029 billion in the second quarter of 2021. Favorable price realization was offset by unfavorable manufacturing costs and lower sales volume. Unfavorable manufacturing costs largely reflected higher material and freight costs.
Resource Industries' total sales were $2.961 billion in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of $414 million, or 16%, compared with $2.547 billion in the second quarter of 2021. The increase was primarily due to favorable price realization and higher sales volume. The increase in sales volume was due to higher sales of aftermarket parts.
Resource Industries' profit was $355 million in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of $6 million, or 2%, compared with $349 million in the second quarter of 2021. Unfavorable manufacturing costs were offset by favorable price realization and higher sales volume. Unfavorable manufacturing costs largely reflected higher material and freight costs.
Energy & Transportation's total sales were $5.705 billion in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of $730 million, or 15%, compared with $4.975 billion in the second quarter of 2021. Sales increased across all applications and inter-segment sales.
- Oil and Gas – Sales increased due to higher sales of reciprocating engine aftermarket parts and engines used in well servicing and gas compression applications, primarily in North America, partially offset by lower sales for turbines and turbine-related services.
- Power Generation – Sales rose due to higher sales volume in small reciprocating engine applications, reciprocating engine aftermarket parts and turbines and turbine-related services.
- Industrial – Sales were up due to higher sales volumes across all regions.
- Transportation – Sales increased in reciprocating engines aftermarket parts and rail services.
Energy & Transportation's profit was $659 million in the second quarter of 2022, a decrease of $79 million, or 11%, compared with $738 million in the second quarter of 2021. The decrease was mainly due to unfavorable manufacturing costs and higher SG&A/R&D expenses, partially offset by favorable price realization and higher sales volume. Unfavorable manufacturing costs largely reflected higher material and freight costs. The increase in SG&A/R&D expenses was primarily driven by investments aligned with strategic initiatives and higher short-term incentive compensation expense.
Financial Products' segment revenues were $798 million in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of $24 million, or 3%, compared with $774 million in the second quarter of 2021.The increase was primarily due to a favorable impact from returned or repossessed equipment in North America and higher average financing rates in Latin America, partially offset by lower average earning assets in Asia/Pacific.
Financial Products' segment profit was $217 million in the second quarter of 2022, a decrease of $26 million, or 11%, compared with $243 million in the second quarter of 2021. The decrease was mainly due to an unfavorable impact from equity securities in Insurance Services and a higher provision for credit losses at Cat Financial, partially offset by a favorable impact from returned or repossessed equipment.
At the end of the second quarter of 2022, past dues at Cat Financial were 2.19%, compared with 2.58% at the end of the second quarter of 2021. The decrease in past dues was mostly driven by the Caterpillar Power Finance, EAME and North America portfolios. Write-offs, net of recoveries, were less than $1 million for the second quarter of 2022, compared with $54 million for the second quarter of 2021. As of June 30, 2022, Cat Financial's allowance for credit losses totaled $376 million, or 1.41% of finance receivables, compared with $357 million, or 1.29% of finance receivables at March 31, 2022. The increase in allowance for credit losses included a higher reserve for the Russia and Ukraine portfolios. The allowance for credit losses at year-end 2021 was $337 million, or 1.22% of finance receivables.
Corporate Items and Eliminations
Expense for corporate items and eliminations was $213 million in the second quarter of 2022, a decrease of $269 million from the second quarter of 2021, primarily driven by lower expenses due to timing differences, favorable impacts of segment reporting methodology and a favorable change in fair value adjustments related to deferred compensation plans, partially offset by higher corporate costs.
Notes
i. Glossary of terms is included on the Caterpillar website at https://investors.caterpillar.com/overview/default.aspx.
ii. Sales of equipment to end users is demonstrated by the company's Rolling 3 Month Retail Sales Statistics filed in a Form 8-K on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.
iii. Information on non-GAAP financial measures is included in the appendix on page 13.
iv. Some amounts within this report are rounded to the millions or billions and may not add.
v. Caterpillar will conduct a teleconference and live webcast, with a slide presentation, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Central Time on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, to discuss its 2022 second-quarter results. The accompanying slides will be available before the webcast on the Caterpillar website at https://investors.caterpillar.com/events-presentations/default.aspx.
About Caterpillar
With 2021 sales and revenues of $51.0 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Visit us at caterpillar.com or join the conversation on our social media channels at caterpillar.com/en/news/social-media.html.
Caterpillar's latest financial results are also available online:
https://investors.caterpillar.com/overview/default.aspx
https://investors.caterpillar.com/financials/quarterly-results/default.aspx (live broadcast/replays of quarterly conference call)
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release relate to future events and expectations and are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as "believe," "estimate," "will be," "will," "would," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "forecast," "target," "guide," "project," "intend," "could," "should" or other similar words or expressions often identify forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding our outlook, projections, forecasts or trend descriptions. These statements do not guarantee future performance and speak only as of the date they are made, and we do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements.
Caterpillar's actual results may differ materially from those described or implied in our forward-looking statements based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to: (i) global and regional economic conditions and economic conditions in the industries we serve; (ii) commodity price changes, material price increases, fluctuations in demand for our products or significant shortages of material; (iii) government monetary or fiscal policies; (iv) political and economic risks, commercial instability and events beyond our control in the countries in which we operate; (v) international trade policies and their impact on demand for our products and our competitive position, including the imposition of new tariffs or changes in existing tariff rates; (vi) our ability to develop, produce and market quality products that meet our customers' needs; (vii) the impact of the highly competitive environment in which we operate on our sales and pricing; (viii) information technology security threats and computer crime; (ix) inventory management decisions and sourcing practices of our dealers and our OEM customers; (x) a failure to realize, or a delay in realizing, all of the anticipated benefits of our acquisitions, joint ventures or divestitures; (xi) union disputes or other employee relations issues; (xii) adverse effects of unexpected events; (xiii) disruptions or volatility in global financial markets limiting our sources of liquidity or the liquidity of our customers, dealers and suppliers; (xiv) failure to maintain our credit ratings and potential resulting increases to our cost of borrowing and adverse effects on our cost of funds, liquidity, competitive position and access to capital markets; (xv) our Financial Products segment's risks associated with the financial services industry; (xvi) changes in interest rates or market liquidity conditions; (xvii) an increase in delinquencies, repossessions or net losses of Cat Financial's customers; (xviii) currency fluctuations; (xix) our or Cat Financial's compliance with financial and other restrictive covenants in debt agreements; (xx) increased pension plan funding obligations; (xxi) alleged or actual violations of trade or anti-corruption laws and regulations; (xxii) additional tax expense or exposure, including the impact of U.S. tax reform; (xxiii) significant legal proceedings, claims, lawsuits or government investigations; (xxiv) new regulations or changes in financial services regulations; (xxv) compliance with environmental laws and regulations; (xxvi) the duration and geographic spread of, business disruptions caused by, and the overall global economic impact of, the COVID-19 pandemic; and (xxvii) other factors described in more detail in Caterpillar's Forms 10-Q, 10-K and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
APPENDIX
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
The following definitions are provided for the non-GAAP financial measures. These non-GAAP financial measures have no standardized meaning prescribed by U.S. GAAP and therefore are unlikely to be comparable to the calculation of similar measures for other companies. Management does not intend these items to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the related GAAP measures.
The company believes it is important to separately quantify the profit impact of one significant item in order for the company's results to be meaningful to readers. This item consists of (i) restructuring costs, which were incurred to generate longer-term benefits. The company does not consider this item indicative of earnings from ongoing business activities and believes the non-GAAP measure provides investors with useful perspective on underlying business results and trends and aids with assessing the company's period-over-period results. The company intends to discuss adjusted profit per share for the fourth quarter and full-year 2022, excluding mark-to-market gains or losses for remeasurement of pension and other postemployment benefit plans along with any other discrete items.
Reconciliations of adjusted results to the most directly comparable GAAP measure are as follows:
Supplemental Consolidating Data
The company is providing supplemental consolidating data for the purpose of additional analysis. The data has been grouped as follows:
Consolidated – Caterpillar Inc. and its subsidiaries.
Machinery, Energy & Transportation (ME&T) – The company defines ME&T as it is presented in the supplemental data as Caterpillar Inc. and its subsidiaries, excluding Financial Products. ME&T's information relates to the design, manufacturing and marketing of its products.
Financial Products – The company defines Financial Products as it is presented in the supplemental data as its finance and insurance subsidiaries, primarily Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation (Cat Financial) and Caterpillar Insurance Holdings Inc. (Insurance Services). Financial Products' information relates to the financing to customers and dealers for the purchase and lease of Caterpillar and other equipment.
Consolidating Adjustments – Eliminations of transactions between ME&T and Financial Products.
The nature of the ME&T and Financial Products businesses is different, especially with regard to the financial position and cash flow items. Caterpillar management utilizes this presentation internally to highlight these differences. The company believes this presentation will assist readers in understanding its business.
Pages 14 to 24 reconcile ME&T and Financial Products to Caterpillar Inc. consolidated financial information.
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June is Pride month and the so-called Christians are running around clutching their Bibles telling everyone about the abomination of homosexuality.
I need to tell you something: people are done with you. We are done with your hypocrisy, your inconsistency, your very selective Bible thumping, and your very thinly veiled supremacy. What we see is that you are making God in your own ivory image and demanding that we all bow down to it.
Since you believe that being gay is a sin, you must then accept the other sins in the bible. You cannot remarry after a divorce. No tattoos allowed. Women are not allowed to speak in the houses of God, and no work on the Sabbath. You are not allowed to eat ham sandwiches, shrimp or lobster.
Men with injured or missing private parts may not enter the houses of God. No drunkenness. No wearing cloths of two different threads.
You need to kill your child if he curses you. If the daughter of a priest prostitutes herself, she needs to be burned at the stake. You have lost the moral high ground and your spiritual authority. You have lost any semblance of Christlikeness. I know you will dismiss these words. Such malevolence indicates how far you have gone. I have tried to reach you. It’s what Jesus would do.
Randy Broussard
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BEIJING (AP) — Restaurants in Beijing have been ordered to close dine-in services over the May holidays as the Chinese capital grapples with a COVID-19 outbreak.
Authorities said at a news conference Saturday that dining in restaurants has become an infection risk, citing virus transmissions between diners and staff.
Restaurants have been ordered to only provide takeout services from Sunday to Wednesday, during China’s Labor Day holidays.
Beijing began mass testing millions of residents earlier this week as it scrambled to stamp out agrowing COVID-19 outbreak.
The political stakes are high as the ruling Communist Party prepares for a major congress this fall at which President Xi Jinping is seeking a third five-year term to reassert his position as China’s unquestioned leader.
Beijing authorities reported 67 new infections on Saturday, taking the city’s total to nearly 300 since April 22.
Authorities have also ordered parks, scenic areas and entertainment venue to operate at half capacity during the holiday period. Schools have also been ordered closed.
Several communities in the city’s most populous Chaoyang district have been designated high-risk areas and will be subjected to mass testing on Sunday and Tuesday.
Beijing is trying to prevent a massive outbreak that could trigger a citywide lockdown like the one that has paralyzed Shanghai for more than three weeks. Millions of residents there have been under lockdown and food has run low at times, prompting heavy criticism despite government efforts to censor it. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/beijing-shuts-dine-in-services-for-holidays-to-stem-outbreak/ | 2022-04-30T14:59:46Z |
Which paleo protein powder is best?
If you’ve recently decided to transition to a paleo diet, you might be looking for ways to get in all of your daily nutrients and vitamins. While protein powders are a great way to do that, you’ll need something that’s paleo-friendly.
There are many excellent paleo protein powders out there, but it can be challenging to pick the right one. If you want to narrow down your options, PaleoPro Protein Powder is worth consideration. It’s easy on the stomach, provides plenty of protein and tastes great.
What to know before you buy a paleo protein powder
Size and packaging
Protein powder comes in a bag or a cylindrical container. Bags usually contain fewer servings but are more convenient for traveling. A container is best for those who have a shake at least once a day, as they usually offer more bang for your buck.
Also, if it’s your first time buying a specific brand or flavor, it’s best to buy the smallest size in case you don’t end up liking it. Luckily, you can find paleo-friendly protein powders in various quantities.
Do you need a protein powder?
Following a paleo diet can be challenging. There are several foods and ingredients you have to avoid. For many, getting enough protein every day can be difficult, making protein powders and shakes an excellent way to do so. However, if you eat enough high-protein foods, protein powder may be overkill.
Also, consider your lifestyle and health goals. If you’re an athlete or looking to gain weight, you need more protein on a daily basis.
Side effects
Paleo-friendly protein powder is usually easier on the digestive system than standard whey protein powders. However, any protein powder can cause unwanted side effects such as weight gain, bloating, constipation or diarrhea. Also, in excess, protein can cause a spike in blood sugar and affect skin health.
What to look for in a quality paleo protein powder
Protein source
Most protein powders contain proteins derived from dairy, whey and casein. These powders are packed with protein, but they’re not paleo-friendly, and you should avoid them unless you can tolerate small amounts of lactose.
Paleo protein powders usually contain proteins sourced from collagen, egg whites or grass-fed, hormone-free beef.
You can go with a soy-free, plant-based powder if you want a cheaper alternative to paleo-focused protein powders.
Ingredients
The best paleo protein powders contain high-quality ingredients with little to no added sugars. Some powders use artificial sweeteners such as Stevia or monk fruit extract. In addition to finding a dairy-free protein powder, you should also avoid other inflammatory ingredients such as gluten and soy. Take a moment to check the label to ensure your paleo protein powder is free of fillers, chemicals and allergens.
Flavor and taste
Protein shakes have a distinct texture, but some powders mix better than others. While a few blend up fine in a shaker with some water, others are clumpy unless you mix them in a blender. Many brands offer several flavors, with some of the most popular being chocolate, vanilla and caramel. However, many paleo protein powders are unflavored and unsweetened, which are great if you want something neutral to incorporate into a smoothie.
How much you can expect to spend on a paleo protein powder
Paleo protein powders vary significantly in cost. You can find a good one for $20-$40, but if you’re looking for something made with premium or more exotic ingredients, it can cost up to $80.
Paleo protein powder FAQ
Are paleo protein powders a suitable meal replacement?
A. No, most paleo protein powders are meant to serve as dietary supplements, but they’re acceptable as a healthy snack between meals.
Can I use paleo protein powder as an ingredient for other foods?
A. Yes, you can use paleo protein powder in several foods such as pancakes, muffins, oatmeal, popsicles and ice cream.
What’s the best paleo protein powder to buy?
Top paleo protein powder
What you need to know: This high-quality protein powder is derived from cage-free egg whites and grass-fed and pastured beef.
What you’ll love: It’s made with premium paleo ingredients and doesn’t contain any whey, soy, sugar, gluten or additional hormones. It offers 26 grams of protein and just 120 calories per serving and comes in five delicious flavors.
What you should consider: It doesn’t mix as well as other protein powders, and some users found the monk fruit made it too sweet with a slight aftertaste.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top paleo protein powder for the money
NaturesPlus Paleo Protein Powder
What you need to know: This protein powder is unflavored, so it mixes well with other beverages and is an excellent source of protein, fatty acids and fiber.
What you’ll love: It dissolves easily, has no soy or added sugar and contains high-quality ingredients, including coconut, flaxseed, pumpkin seed oil, almond and sunflower. It offers 20 grams of protein and 135 total calories per serving and provides all essential amino acids.
What you should consider: While it’s unflavored and unsweetened, it has a slightly earthy taste and texture that some might find unpleasant.
Where to buy: Sold by iHerb
Worth checking out
Reignite Wellness Paleo-Inspired All-in-One Shake
What you need to know: This dietary supplement is ideal for those who want to avoid dairy and gluten and is comparable to the more expensive paleo protein powders.
What you’ll love: This protein powder contains 21 grams of protein and one sugar per serving and provides bone broth health benefits without the unpleasant taste. It’s packed with plenty of BCAAs and has a milkshake-like taste and consistency. Also, you can choose from vanilla, chocolate and caramel flavors.
What you should consider: Some customers didn’t enjoy the taste. Also, it doesn’t dissolve well, so a blender is necessary for better results.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recognizes April as Arab American Heritage Month
By Mirna Alsharif, CNN
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recognized April as Arab American Heritage Month in a statement Friday.
“This month, we recognize National Arab American Heritage Month and honor the contributions of this diverse community to America,” said Blinken. “Immigrants with origins from the Arab world have been arriving to the United States since before our country’s independence and have contributed to our nation’s advancements in science, business, technology, foreign policy, and national security.”
Blinken highlighted Arab Americans who served the country, including Nathan Badeen, a Syrian man who died fighting during the American Revolution, Ambassador Philip Habib, a former under secretary for political affairs who played an important role in the Vietnam peace talks, and Selwa “Lucky” Roosevelt, who served as chief of protocol from 1982 to 1989, “nearly 7 years and longer than anyone else prior.”
Last year, the State Department declared April as Arab American Heritage Month for the first time and Blinken published a tweet in support of the month.
Maya Berry, executive director of the Arab American Institute, says the heritage month is “celebratory and important in fighting the bias the community has faced.”
“This is something our community has been working on for decades, to get it to the point where it’s finally being recognized on a national level is incredibly meaningful to our community,” she told CNN.
Arab American History Month is not officially recognized by the entire federal government. Rep. Rashida Tlaib, a Michigan Democrat, co-sponsored and introduced a bill to Congress in support of the month, but it is still pending.
Arab Americans trace their origins to 22 Arabic-speaking countries in the Middle East and North Africa. Arabs began immigrating to the US in the late 1800s fleeing war, persecution and economic hardships, according to the Migration Policy Institute. California, New York, Michigan and Illinois have the largest populations of Arab American residents in the country, based on data from the 2015-2019 ACS Ancestry survey.
States that have recognized April as Arab American History Month in 2021 and years past include Arkansas, Hawaii, Michigan, New York, and North Carolina.
CORRECTION: A previous version of this story incorrectly said Friday was the first time Blinken recognized Arab American Heritage Month. Blinken last year posted on Twitter in support of the month.
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Jackson area spring sports top performers from Week 5: JCS's Richardson records second perfect game
The fifth week of the spring season is upon us.
Follow this week's high school spring sports action with a list of the top high school baseball, soccer and softball performances:
Tuesday
Baseball
Carson Plunk, Adamsville: Plunk went 1-2 with a home run and three RBIs in the 7-5 win over Scotts Hill.
Logan Luckett, Adamsville: Luckett went 2-3 with two runs scored and an RBI.
Jayden Street, Bradford: Street pitched a no-hitter in the 18-0 win over Gleason. He had seven strikeouts.
Will Taylor, Bradford: Taylor went 3-4 with a double, two runs scored and two RBIs.
Bryce Arnold, Bradford: Arnold went 2-3 with two runs scored and two RBIs.
Cason Sharp, Bradford: Sharp went 1-1 with a triple, two runs scored and two RBIs.
Braxton Whitney, Bradford: Whitney went 1-2 with a run scored and two RBIs.
Ethan Richardson, Bradford: Richardson went 1-2 with two runs scored and two RBIs.
Cason Sharp, Bradford: Sharp went 1-1 with a home run, three runs scored and an RBI in the 11-0 win over Gleason.
Bryce Arnold, Bradford: Arnold went 1-2 with two runs scored.
Cole Cates, Bradford: Cates went had six strikeouts and no hits allowed.
Lane Evans, Dyer County: Evans went 2-2 with three runs scored and two RBIs in the 12-2 win over Dyersburg. He also had nine strikeouts and allowed only two hits and two runs.
Austin Epperson, Dyer County: Epperson went 1-1 with two runs scored.
Brandon French, Dyer County: French went 1-1 with a run scored and a stolen base.
Ty Beavers, Dyer County: Beavers went 1-2 with a run scored, an RBI and three stolen bases.
Caden Moore, Halls: Moore had eight strikeouts and allowed three hits and an earned run in the 11-1 win over Middleton.
Nathan Adams, Halls: Adams went 1-2 with two RBIs.
Mylan Jones, Halls: Jones went 1-2 with three runs scored and an RBI.
Christian Maness, Halls: Maness went 1-2 with a run scored and a stolen base.
Cooper Clapp, Hardin County: Clapp had 13 strikeouts and allowed only one hit in six innings pitched in the 12-1 win over Lexington. He also went 1-3 with a double and two RBIs.
Stryder Jones, Hardin County: Jones went 2-2 with two doubles, two runs scored and three RBIs.
Jace Littlefield, Hardin County: Littlefield went 2-4 with two runs scored and two RBIs.
Seth Garner, Hardin County: Garner went 2-3 with a double and two runs scored.
Hunter Britt, Huntingdon: Britt went 1-2 with a home run in the 5-4 win over Union City.
Blake Reeves, Huntingdon: Reeves went 2-4 with two RBIs.
Brady Warbritton, Huntingdon: Warbritton went 3-4 with three runs scored and an RBI in the 13-6 win over Union City.
Hunter Britt, Huntingdon: Britt went 3-4 with a double and three RBIs.
Carson Holt, Jackson Christian: Holt went 2-3 in the 2-0 loss to TCA.
Caleb Cornelius, Middleton: Cornelius had eight strikeouts and allowed only two hits in the 1-0 win over Halls. He also went 1-3 with an RBI.
Eli Belew, Milan: Belew went 1-4 with the go-ahead three-run home run and three RBIs in the 5-3 win over Peabody.
Jacob Sitton, Milan: Sitton had nine strikeouts and allowed two hits and two runs in four innings pitched.
Adam Wright, Milan: Wright had four strikeouts and no hits or runs allowed in three relief innings pitched.
Chance Rogers, Scotts Hill: Rogers went 2-3 with a home run, two runs scored and an RBI in the 7-5 loss to Adamsville.
Ripken Clenny, Scotts Hill: Clenny went 2-4 with two runs scored.
Devon McConaughy, South Side: McConaughy went 3-3 with four RBIs in the 16-1 win over North Side.
Kaden Senter, South Side: Senter went 2-2 with an RBI.
Joshua Giannini, South Side: Giannini went 2-2 with two RBIs.
Tyler Smith, South Side: Smith went 1-2 with a triple, three runs scored and two RBIs.
Adam McDonald, South Side: McDonald went 1-1 with a run scored and an RBI.
Bubba McBride, South Side: McBride went 1-3 with a run scored and two RBIs.
Jake Wilson, TCA: Wilson had 14 strikeouts and allowed only five hits in the 2-0 win over Jackson Christian. Wilson also went 1-2 with a home run.
Will Allen Smith, TCA: Smith went 2-3.
Griffin Graves, TCA: Graves had 16 strikeouts, allowed two hits and one earned run in six innings pitched in the 9-2 win over Jackson Christian.
Parker Smith, TCA: Smith went 3-5 with two runs scored and two RBIs.
Jake Wilson, TCA: Wilson went 4-5 with a triple, two RBIs and a run scored.
Jaxon Hays, TCA: Hays went 2-4 with a double and two runs scored.
Isaac Yearwood, TCA: Yearwood went 2-4 with a run scored.
Needham Goodwin, TCA: Goodwin went 2-3 with two RBIs.
Barrett Cox, Union City: Cox went 2-4 with an RBI in the 5-4 loss to Huntingdon.
Landon Hauhe, Union City: Hauhe went 2-3 with a double and a run scored.
Silas Petty, Union City: Petty went 2-4 with a double, a run scored, a stolen base and five RBIs in the 13-6 win over Huntingdon.
Chase Norton, Union City: Norton went 2-3 with a stolen base and three runs scored and an RBI.
Kyler Southerland, Union City: Southerland went 2-4 with a double, two runs scored and an RBI.
Chase Gardner, USJ: Gardner had five strikeouts and allowed no runs in four relief innings pitched in the 13-5 win over Fayette Ware.
Nick Stamper, USJ: Stamper went 3-3 with a double, two runs scored and two RBIs in the 13-5 win over Fayette Academy (game 1 of doubleheader). He also had an inside-the-park home run in the 2-1 loss to Fayette Academy.
Curt Sammons, USJ: Sammons went 2-4 with two runs scored.
Max Killburn, USJ: Killburn went 1-2 with two runs scored.
Soccer
KJ Cardwell, Gibson County: Cardwell scored a goal in the 3-2 win over Huntingdon.
Aiden Bradberry, Gibson County: Bradberry scored a goal.
Sutton Fallert, Jackson Christian: Fallert had a hat trick in the 8-3 loss to USJ.
Kyle Korth, Madison: Korth had a pair of goals in the 9-0 win over Milan.
Jack Young, Madison: Young had a goal and an assist.
Donovan Pruitte, Madison: Pruitte had a goal and an assist.
Braden Nye, Madison: Nye scored a goal and had an assist.
Hazem Razeq, Madison: Razeq scored a goal and an assist.
Majdi Dardas, Madison: Dardas scored a goal.
Christian Melton, USJ: Melton had a hat trick in the 8-3 win over Jackson Christian.
Ben Meton, USJ: Melton had a goal.
Softball
Lynden Cole, Crockett County: Cole went 1-3 with a home run in the 6-3 loss to Obion County.
Lillian Scott, Haywood: Scott went 2-3 with three runs scored and an RBI in the 16-1 win over Macon Road.
Sheronica Wilks, Haywood: Wilks went 1-2 with a run scored and two RBIs.
Maggie Richardson, Jackson Christian: Richardson pitched a perfect game in the 10-0 win over USJ. She had eight strikeouts in five innings pitched.
Audrey Dean, Jackson Christian: Dean went 3-4 with a double and three RBIs.
McKinley Arnold, Jackson Christian: Arnold went 2-3 with a double and two RBIs.
Kyrsten Brown, Lexington: Brown went 1-1 with a home run and four runs scored in the 11-1 win over Hardin County.
Kennedy Brown, Lexington: Brown went 2-4 with two runs scored and two RBIs.
Mykenzi Duke, Lexington: Duke went 2-4 with a double, a run scored and four RBIs.
Shay Hollingsworth, Lexington: Hollingsworth went 2-3 with a double and four RBIs.
Jadyn Yarbro, Lexington: Yarbro went 1-3 with two runs scored and a RBI.
Chloe Shelton, McNairy Central: Shelton had a three-run home run in the 11-0 win over Chester County.
Madison Montgomery, McNairy Central: Montgomery had three strikeouts and allowed three hits and no runs.
Emma Ferguson, Obion County: Ferguson went 2-4 with two RBIs and a run scored in the 6-3 win over Crockett County.
Brea Martin, Obion County: Martin went 1-2 with a double, a run scored and two RBIs.
Hanna Homra, Obion County: Homra went 2-3.
Baylee Mills, Riverside: Mills went 2-3 with a home run in the 6-1 win over Bruceton.
Lauren Ruehl, Riverside: Ruehl had nine strikeouts and allowed two hits and a earned run. She also went 1-4 with a home run and two RBIs.
Melaina Tucker, Riverside: Tucker went 2-4 with three runs scored.
Sydney Montgomery, Riverside: Montgomery went 2-3.
Track
Caroline Conder, Betha Pucek, Julianna Schultz and Adan Jett, USJ: The 4x400m won the USJ Meet #4 with a time of 4:21.45.
Monday
Baseball
William Heath, Adamsville: Heath went 4-4 with two runs scored in the 6-4 win over Scotts Hill.
Will Bargas, Adamsville: Bargas went 3-3 with a double and three RBIs.
Ashton Duke, Adamsville: Duke went 2-5 with a run scored.
Jayce Goff, Chester County: Goff went 3-4 with a run scored in the 4-3 win over McNairy Central.
Chase Garner, Chester County: Garner went 2-3 with an RBI.
Aiden Timby, Chester County: Timby went 1-1 with an RBI.
Seth Garner, Hardin County: Garner had 11 strikeouts in the 6-1 win over Lexington.
Cooper Clapp, Hardin County: Clapp went 2-2 with a double and a run scored.
Deondray Sparks, Hardin County: Sparks went 1-2 with two runs scored.
Noah Williams, Lexington: Williams went 2-3 in the 6-1 loss to Hardin County.
Trey Rickman, McNairy Central: Rickman went 2-3 with a double, two runs scored and an RBI in the 4-3 loss to Chester County.
Jackson Crider, Scotts Hill: Crider went 2-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in the 6-4 loss to Adamsville.
Colton Bailey, Scotts Hill: Bailey went 1-2 with a double and an RBI.
Chance Rogers, Scotts Hill: Rogers went 1-3 with a double, two stolen bases and two runs scored.
Jose Martinez, West Carroll: Martinez went 3-5 with a double, two runs scored and an RBI in the 8-5 win over Frank Hughes.
Jason Langston, West Carroll: Langston Langston went 2-5 with a double, two runs scored, two stolen bases, and an RBI.
Parker McAfee, West Carroll: McAfee had nine strikeouts and allowed only one hit in four innings pitched.
Soccer
Dawson Markgraf, Milan: Markgraf had two goals in the 5-1 win over Augustine.
Kaleb Shook, Milan: Shook scored a goal.
Luke Hardee, Milan: Hardee scored a goal.
Matthew Richardson, Milan: Richardson scored a goal.
Softball
Maddie Kilburn, Sacred Heart: Kilburn went 2-3 with an RBI in the 11-2 loss to TCA.
Hannah Yarbrough, TCA: Yarbrough went 2-3 with two runs scored and an RBI in the 11-2 win over Sacred Heart.
Kylee Crawford, TCA: Crawford went 1-3 with two RBIs.
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Congress tells FTC Commanders may have broken financial laws
By STEPHEN WHYNO
AP Sports Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. House Oversight Committee sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission saying it found evidence the NFL’s Washington Commanders engaged in unlawful financial conduct. The committee says the team withheld ticket revenue from visiting teams and refundable ticket deposits from season-ticket holders. The committee said emails, documents and statements made by former employees indicate team executives and owner Dan Snyder engaged in “a troubling, long-running, and potentially unlawful pattern of financial conduct.” The committee is sharing documents with the FTC while requesting the commission take any action necessary to make sure the money is returned to its rightful owners. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/12/congress-tells-ftc-commanders-may-have-broken-financial-laws/ | 2022-04-12T18:17:11Z |
How the microwave has evolved
We take microwaves for granted nowadays, but they are still a relatively new technology that didn’t get popularized until the 1970s. They allow us to cook food with the press of a button and often take less than a minute to bring a dish from chilled to piping hot and ready to consume.
Microwaves have come a long way since the very first commercially available microwave, known as the Radarange, was invented in 1947. They’ve become a lot smaller, the technology has been refined and they’re now affordable household appliances that nearly everyone uses.
How does a microwave work?
Microwave ovens use electromagnetic radiation to heat food. These waves are a combination of electricity and magnetic energy. These waves are produced by an electron tube known as a magnetron. Unlike a conventional oven, only the food is heated, not the actual appliance itself — due to the microwaves being reflected by the interior of the microwave oven.
The food is heated via microwaves, causing the water molecules in the food to vibrate. This is why dishes containing liquid seem to cook much faster than solid food.
A Brief History of microwaves
- In 1945 Raytheon employee Percy Spencer accidentally discovered that microwave beams could heat food.
- In 1947 Raytheon made the Radarange, the first commercially available microwave. However, it was over five feet tall, weighed 750 pounds and it cost $5,000.
- In 1952 Tappan teamed up with Raytheon to make the first Radarange that could be used in homes.
- In 1955 Tappan made the first microwave truly designed for domestic use. It had features like different cooking speeds, a timer and even a drawer for recipes. It cost over $1,000.
- In the late ’60s, a smaller, affordable magnetron was invented, and in 1967 Amana released a 115-watt microwave for just under $500.
- In 1971 new regulations were passed that required design changes in microwaves that addressed the issue of past models leaking microwaves.
- In the 1970s, microwaves were selling well and even outpacing gas ranges, finding their way into many American homes.
- By the 21st century, the majority of American homes had a microwave.
What to consider when buying a microwave
Countertop microwaves vs. over the range microwaves
Countertop microwaves are stand-alone devices that are easy to move around. They sit on the counter, and they are famous for their simplicity. They come in various sizes and prices, and there are many great budget options like the Amazon Basics Microwave Bundle.
Over the range microwaves sit between different cabinetry, freeing up counter space. They also filter the air in and out of the kitchen, keeping the air fresh, but they are not mobile and some people will find them cumbersome to set up and use. An over-the-range microwave like the GE Profile With Sensor Cooking is a fantastic choice that cooks food quickly and evenly.
Grill microwave ovens vs. convection microwaves
Another option is to get a grill microwave oven, which is great for grilling food as well as reheating or defrosting food. Heat is radiated from the top or bottom of the oven, as with the Emerson 1.2 CU. FT. 1100W Griller Microwave Oven. This is great for grilling, but you do need to monitor the temperature since the heat is unevenly distributed. You place the food on a grill or rack in the microwave, and it does a reasonable job at mimicking the taste of a traditional grill.
A convection microwave is the king of all microwaves. It essentially combines a traditional microwave with both a grill and an oven. You can still cook food in mere seconds by using the standard mode, but they also possess a convection mode. This allows you to bake or roast food. There is also a fan inside that blows hot air around the microwave, more evenly distributing the heat. A microwave like the NuWave Bravo XL Convection Air Fryer Oven Grill is amazing for people who don’t have a lot of space and want one appliance that can cook everything.
Don’t forget the Watts
Watts measure the power flow of the microwave. The original commercial microwaves had much lower wattage, but modern technology has allowed for a much better size-to-watt ratio. Regardless, smaller microwaves still tend to have fewer watts. Modern microwaves tend to range from 500-1250 watts. Smaller microwaves take longer to cook food, and they may not cook food as evenly. However, they do take up less power, so people using them to simply heat drinks or cook a snack might be better off with something between 500-1,000 watts. People who want to cook whole meals will want something over 1,000 watts. Toshiba’s ML-EM45P(BS) Countertop Microwave Oven with Smart Sensor is one of the most popular high-watt microwaves that is made for home use.
Smaller features to consider when buying a microwave
Understanding the types of microwaves and technology is crucial, but modern microwaves come with a host of other features that are also worth considering.
- Preprogrammed settings are great since many people cook the same thing. It’s convenient to just be able to push a single button to heat a cup of coffee or some frozen vegetables rather than guessing at a cook time.
- Child locks are great to have to prevent children from cooking something they are not supposed to.
- Panel types are also important to consider. Touchpads are popular, but there are other budget options.
- Voice recognition is a popular new trend with microwaves. A company like Amazon incorporates voice recognition into its microwave designs.
- Price is always a factor. Luckily, there are great microwaves around the $100 range, but for those who want luxury, there are amazing options out there for just a few hundred dollars.
Top overall microwaves
Toshiba EM131A5C-BS Microwave Oven with Smart Sensor
This simple 1,100-watt countertop microwave is big enough to cook your favorite dishes while not taking up too much of your counter space. It comes with many preset cooking options and a big handle that makes it easy to open, all for one affordable price.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Panasonic Oven with Cyclonic Wave Inverter Technology
This is a true luxury microwave that uses a cyclonic inverter to ensure that your food is evenly cooked. There are multiple buying options, and the 16.5-inch turnstile is big enough to handle meals for the whole family.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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In a period of tremendous growth, the team welcomes Sharath Keshava Narayana as co-founder and chief operating officer, and Marty (Massih) Sarim as president
PALO ALTO, Calif., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sanas, the world's first real-time accent translation technology company today announced the addition of Sharath Keshava Narayana as co-founder and COO, Marty (Massih) Sarim as president, Pavan Karnam as vice president of data and analytics and Dr. BalaKrishna Kolluru as vice president of engineering to the company's growing leadership team of technology industry all-stars.
Since launching the company's accent translation solution in August 2021 with $5.5 million in seed funding, Sanas has experienced massive growth and is attracting top talent from different fields who are passionate about building technology that helps remove bias and addresses communication challenges between global teams and customers.
"There are a billion people around the world who have to communicate in English every day to hold onto their jobs when it's not their first language," said Maxim Serebryakov, co-founder and CEO of Sanas. "That issue isn't any different at Sanas, where 80% of us are immigrants. We have all struggled with these issues in one way or another; our goal at Sanas is to allow people to sound how they want. We're doing this by assembling a world-class team of experts who can not only apply their formidable knowledge but also personal experiences to dispel discrimination within the global workforce."
Sharath brings over 18 years of experience launching AI-focused SaaS businesses and taking their products to market. Previously co-founder and CRO of voice AI platform Observe.AI, he was instrumental in scaling the business to multi millions in revenues and helping secure multiple funding rounds, the last being its $125 million Series C. Sharath is also an angel investor for various deeptech startups, who through the last decade, has built strategic expertise in scaling tech startups aiming to solve enterprises' business challenges. At Sanas, Sharath will harness his vast experience in business development to support the rapidly growing company as an operator who knows how to build a billion-dollar business, breaking down barriers that he has seen as an immigrant entrepreneur from India.
"I am extremely excited to have joined Sanas at such a pivotal moment. In addition to being an investor, I am eager to really leave my legacy with a company that is solving a problem that I, along with billions of people, deal with every day." said Sharath. "Sanas already has such a passionate team that is motivated to solve language barrier issues for an entire community. Of course, the technology is impressive too - there is unbound potential here waiting to be tapped in such a green space."
Marty brings more than 25 years of experience in the call center industry and enterprise communications. After moving to the United States as a refugee from Afghanistan in the early 80's, he didn't have the option of college so he instead started his career as a call center agent. Marty developed a passion for the industry, moving quickly into management before starting his own ventures and eventually landing at Enhanced Resource Centers where he has worked for over 11 years, first as president and COO and eventually taking over as CEO. He brings to Sanas his direct call center agent experience and vast network of contacts and potential customers, as one of the many verticals the company is going after.
"I became an early investor in Sanas because I believed in the team and their ability to deliver this product that will change the world of communication to market. I'm grateful to have joined Sanas with what has essentially become a team of 'Avengers,' each representing some of the best in their respective industries including networking, technology and enterprise," said Marty. "I know first hand the challenges of working in a call center with a foreign accent so providing real, effective technology that can eliminate bias and other issues is very powerful. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to bring my expertise to a company's mission I so deeply align with."
Also joining the team from Microsoft where he spent the last 15 years working on speech-related products is Pavan Karnam. He previously worked on products from incubation to launch as a data science lead at companies such as Xbox, Hololens, HMDs, and more. Pavan also brings a keen interest in phonetics and accented speech after moving to the United States from India, and developed a paper on how accents change over time as people move to English-speaking countries. At Sanas, Pavan will lead a global team of data scientists and engineers to continue building out a robust platform that will aid real-time accent translations for the first time on a global scale.
"When you change how you speak you are no longer being your authentic self," said Pavan. "In many cases, and what many of us at Sanas have experienced, immigrants have a definitive ceiling they reach if they cannot overcome their accent. Even the most brilliant people are insecure about sharing ideas because of an accent, so it's incredible to have a hand in building a technology that removes those barriers."
Dr. BalaKrishna Kolluru joins the team to spearhead engineering, bringing over 20 years of expertise in machine learning in speech recognition, computer vision, speech synthesis, NLP and cybersecurity. Prior to joining Sanas, BalaKrishna served as the principal research scientist at Praetorian, and previously worked in various engineering roles at Toshiba and Clarify. At Sanas, BalaKrishna will utilize his extensive background in speech to build on the company's real-time accent translation model.
"Sanas is blazing a path towards globalization, making it easier for hundreds of millions of people to communicate better," said BalaKrishna. "I very much look forward to collaborating with such a passionate team to scale and drive product innovation for such an important kind of technology."
For more information, visit https://www.sanas.ai/.
About Sanas
Sanas was established by three Stanford students coming out of the renowned Stanford Artificial Intelligence Lab (SAIL) with the aim of helping the world understand and be understood, and an end goal of unlocking potential through increased understanding and efficacy of communication in digital conversations. Headquartered in Palo Alto, Calif., Sanas' members and advisors include some of the top speech machine learning scientists in the world. For more information, visit sanas.ai.
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Agreement increases wages, provides financial stability for West Virginians at a time of economic uncertainty
LETART, W.Va., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Felman Production, a Letart, WV-based metallurgy manufacturing company led by Mordechai Korf and Uriel Laber employing dozens of West Virginia workers, announced today it has reached a labor agreement with the United Steelworkers (USW) and its affiliated Local Union No. 5171, ensuring dozens good-paying union jobs to West Virginians and bolstering the region's manufacturing footprint.
As of July 1, 2022, the amended labor agreement includes immediate wage increases for all union workers at Felman Production's Letart-based facility. The increases across the multiple bargaining units range from 7.5% to 12.1%. The previous labor agreement between Felman Production and USW expired in September 2023, and the amended labor agreement announced today extends the agreement through September 2024. The USW has represented the workers at Felman since the plant was built in 1952. The workers at Felman are recognized as USW Local 5171.
Roy Martin, Staff Representative at USW District 8, said: "Today is a great day for the working men and women of USW Local 5171. The competitive-paying, family-sustaining jobs at Felman Production are great for our members, their loved ones, and the community they live in. We hope with this agreement, Felman will attract future employees and sustain the current employees for years to come."
Vitaliy Anosov, Plant Manager at Felman Production, said: "We are pleased to have successfully negotiated this agreement with the USW. The increased cost of living across the country has been burdensome for workers all across the country, and we are happy to support our employees in the current economic situation. Under the leadership of Mordechai Korf and Uriel Laber, Felman Production has always prided itself on being a 'union shop,' and we look forward to a long cooperation with USW and our employees."
About Felman Production
Felman Production, LLC, is a West Virginia-based producer of high-quality ferrosilicomanganese, an important element that increases the tensile strength, toughness, stiffness, wear resistance, and hardenability of steel, helping to improve the safety and effectiveness of the end product. The plant is strategically located along the Ohio River, near New Haven, Mason County, and is accessible by major transportation modes, including rail, water, and truck. The plant has its own barge facility and internal rail system.
Felman Production is one of only two companies in the United States that produces critically important silicomanganese. By utilizing multiple furnaces, which operate around-the-clock, the company can produce approximately 105,000 metric tons of silicomanganese annually at its 190 plus acre facility.
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Denton High hosted Frisco in their final non-district matchup of preseason play. Despite falling 3-0 in sets, the Broncos were able to use this match to sharpen their abilities and prepare for district play. Catch Denton in action this season! VYPE DFW was there to catch all the action!
Denton is currently 6th in their district and has an overall 14-13-1 record. The team has been working hard all season to get work done on the court, learn from any mistakes, and do whatever it takes to come into each game strong. Check out our highlight video below!
Highlight video shot by Andrew Moore and edited by Ibifiri Jamabo.
For more high school sports coverage, visit VYPE! | https://cw33.com/sports/highlight-video-denton-broncos-vs-frisco-volleyball/ | 2022-09-12T16:10:11Z |
Thursday night forecast: Very hot again Friday
Relief is on the way
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - After a very hot day today, high temperatures should be about the same on Friday with afternoon readings near 100° across much of the area. Winds will be a bit stronger than today at 5 to 15 mph out of the southwest. A mainly sunny sky is expected throughout much of the day, but there is a slight chance of an isolated thunderstorm in north-central Kansas Friday evening.
This heat wave is forecast to peak on Saturday with triple-digit highs for most, if not all, of northeast Kansas. Southwesterly winds are expected to be much stronger on Saturday with gusts up to 30 mph possible.
A cold front will move into the area on Sunday, but areas near and south of I-70 should still be hot with highs in the mid to upper 90s. Near and just behind the front, scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible Sunday night into early Monday. Temperatures will be much closer to average next week with highs in the upper 80s to mid 90s and lots of cloud cover.
Tonight: Mostly clear. Low 72F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny; very hot. High 101F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph.
Saturday: Mostly sunny; very hot. High 103F. Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph, gusting to 30 mph.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy. High 95F. Winds NE at 5 to 15 mph.
Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/07/21/thursday-night-forecast-very-hot-again-friday/ | 2022-07-21T22:00:54Z |
LONDON and HACKENSACK, N.J., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Runecast, a leading provider of patented, predictive analytics for on-premises, hybrid and multi cloud environments, today announced a strategic partnership with SVA Software, Inc., a leading IT infrastructure services provider.
The existing relationship between parent-company SVA GmbH, of Germany, and Runecast is now expanded to include SVA Software, Inc. and further the reach of both companies across North America. The SVA Software portfolio includes mainframe optimization solutions, VMware license assessments, infrastructure analytics, data archival and a disaster recovery runbook. SVA models its business on its software and service solutions scaling to meet the needs of its customers' stages of growth and to assist customers in making sense of the data that their systems produce. Customers therefore gain in-depth insights across their systems, enabling them more control in negotiating the next ELA with a vendor.
"The strength of our partnership with SVA GmbH in Germany made it an easy choice to extend that partnership also to SVA Software, Inc. in North America," said Ched Smokovic, Chief Revenue Officer at Runecast. "Having a channel-first approach to market means that we rely on finding the best local partners to enable Runecast growth."
Runecast has evolved to be the go-to solution for stabilizing and securing mission-critical IT operations ranging from online shopping and banking to emergency call services and air-traffic control. Runecast is an enterprise platform which brings a proactive approach to various areas of hybrid and multi cloud management and protection. Runecast provides automated best practices, actionable insights and proactive monitoring for VMware, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure and Kubernetes, as well as OS-level support for Windows and Linux. Coverage for Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is planned for its July release.
Recently, G2 reviews ranked Runecast a 'High Performer' in the Spring and Summer 2022 G2 Grid® Reports for the categories Security Risk Analysis, Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP), Vulnerability Scanner, Cloud Compliance and Cloud Security.
"We are happy to add Runecast's unique solution and strength in the VMware space to our portfolio," said Lisa Schwab, VP of Sales and Marketing. "The partnership confirms the commitment in extending an award-winning platform like Runecast to the North American market. Runecast is a perfect complement to SVA's BVQ data analytics platform providing customers with a robust set of solutions to maximize and optimize their IT infrastructures."
The Runecast vision for the future is to stay ahead of the challenges that organizations face in a fast-paced and rapidly changing IT environment, to provide the best possible proactive means of mitigating vulnerabilities and maintaining security compliance and uptime – which aligns well with the SVA approach to business.
Runecast Solutions Ltd. is a leading global provider of a patented solution for IT Security and Operations teams. Forward-focused enterprises like Avast, DocuSign, and Merck rely on Runecast for proactive risk mitigation, security compliance, operational efficiency, and mission-critical stability. Headquartered in London, U.K., Runecast is a Gartner Cool Vendor and has won Computing awards for Cloud Security Product of the Year and Best Place to Work in Digital. For more information, visit www.runecast.com.
SVA Software, Inc. is a 100% subsidiary of SVA System Vertrieb Alexander GmbH, a German company. SVA Software, Inc. was founded in 2016 selling SVA GmbH developed solutions combined with value added services. SVA System Vertrieb Alexander GmbH is the largest privately owned system integrator in Germany in the fields of Datacenter Infrastructure and is the largest global IBM Systems Integrator. The company was founded in 1997 in Wiesbaden, Germany. SVA GmbH now employs more than 2,200 employees at 25 branch offices throughout Germany with a revenue of more than $1.3 Billion (2021) servicing over 3,000 customers worldwide. www.svasoftware.com
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SOURCE SVA Software, Inc. | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/28/runecast-partners-with-sva-software-inc/ | 2022-06-28T19:35:43Z |
New hunting gear collection brings classic camouflage patterns to Duluth's workwear favorites
MOUNT HOREB, Wis., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Duluth Trading Co., a casualwear, workwear and accessory retailer for men and women, announces a new limited-edition collection with Mossy Oak®, America's leading camo brand since 1986. Available now, the new 11-piece Duluth Trading x Mossy Oak® collection takes all the function and innovation of classic jobsite favorites from Duluth and douses them in an equally classic camouflage pattern.
"At Duluth Trading, we're known for our dedication to create workwear that's tough enough for the jobsite without sacrificing flexibility or function — which is why many hunters have worn their Duluth favorites straight from work to the woods for years," said Ricker Schlecht, Senior Vice President of Product, Merchandising and Inventory. "Now, by teaming up with Mossy Oak®, we've added hunting-specific designs that will keep wearers concealed, capable and comfortable. You've never seen hunting gear like this."
"Mossy Oak has been getting people closer to nature for decades, and since right around the time Mossy Oak was founded, Duluth Trading has been creating better and better work clothing that can do it all," said Daniel Haas, Executive Director of Brand Marketing for Mossy Oak. "We're proud to see our original pattern –Bottomland – paired with the legacy of Duluth and some of the most durable do-it-all gear around."
Key pieces in the new collection include:
- Men's DuluthFlex Fire Hose Mossy Oak Cargo Pants: Purpose-built with incredibly tough-yet-bendable 8-oz. DuluthFlex® Fire Hose® canvas. The 97% cotton/3% spandex fabric is now available in the one-and-only Mossy Oak® Bottomland® camo with the same Crouch Gusset® and tuckable cargo pockets that made Fire Hose Work Pants a favorite of tradesmen across the country.
- Men's Fire Hose Flannel-Lined Mossy Oak Limber Jac: A shirt jacket design updated in Mossy Oak's iconic camo and built for action with Duluth's rugged, abrasion resistant Fire Hose® cotton canvas. The Limber Jac also has a stain- and moisture-repellent FendOff Finish® fabric treatment.
- Men's Superior Fire Hose Mossy Oak Vest: Duluth's burliest, most rugged winter work vest now boasts a Mossy Oak® Bottomland® camo print, obscuring body outlines in almost any outdoor environment.
- Men's Longtail Mossy Oak Relaxed Tees: Duluth's Longtail T® Shirt has long hidden the scourge of Plumber's Butt, while Mossy Oak® Bottomland® camo has concealed hunters in nearly any hunting environment imaginable. Now, these two classics come together in a shirt that'll obscure your outline and disguise your backside. The tee is available in long-sleeve and short-sleeve crew styling.
Items in the Duluth Trading x Mossy Oak Collection range in price from $34.50 to $209.50. The full collection is available to shop now at duluthtrading.com and limited Duluth Trading stores.
About Duluth Trading Company
Based in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, Duluth Trading Co. and its growing portfolio of brands – Duluth, AKHG™ and Best Made® – cater to the lifestyle of the modern, self-reliant American. Duluth Trading's family of brands offer high-quality, solution-based apparel, accessories and gear for men and women to help them take on life with their own two hands. Duluth Trading honors its roots by creating the hardest-working products, backed by the "Superior Standard," and commits to providing outstanding customer service under the "No Bull Guarantee." To learn more, visit www.duluthtrading.com or one of the 65 Duluth Trading store locations nationwide.
About Mossy Oak®
Established in 1986, Haas Outdoors Inc. is headquartered in West Point, Miss., and is home to Mossy Oak. For more than 35 years, Mossy Oak has been a leading outdoor lifestyle brand specializing in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoors enthusiasts and helping people get closer to nature. The Mossy Oak Brand and patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the parent company of Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Capture Productions, MOOSE Media, Nativ Nurseries, Nativ Living, GameKeepers, GameKeepers Kennels, Mossy Oak Properties, and Mossy Oak GO. Mossy Oak is the official camouflage of the National Wild Turkey Federation, Ducks Unlimited, Mack's Prairie Wings, and Bonefish and Tarpon Trust.
Follow Mossy Oak on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Duluth Trading Co.
TURNER PR
(212) 889-1700
Duluth@turnerpr.com
Mossy Oak
Gregory Sugg
Director of Media Relations & Licensing Support
662-495-9301 Office
662-831-0904 Cell
gsugg@moosemedia.tv
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend payment of $0.98 per share on the Company's outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on September 2, 2022, out of surplus to shareowners of record at the close of business on August 12, 2022.
Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 technology company that delivers industry-specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help everything from aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer, and more sustainable. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywell.com/newsroom.
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