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NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Tupperware Brands Corporation ("Tupperware") (NYSE: TUP) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between November 3, 2021 and May 3, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Tupperware, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Tupperware includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Tupperware was facing significant challenges in maintaining its earnings and sales performance; (ii) accordingly, Tupperware's full-year 2022 guidance was unrealistic and/or unsustainable; (iii) all the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to have a material negative impact on Tupperware's financial condition; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: August 15, 2022
Aggrieved Tupperware investors only have until August 15, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
Vincent Wong, Esq.
39 East Broadway
Suite 304
New York, NY 10002
Tel. 212.425.1140
E-Mail: vw@wongesq.com
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CHICAGO, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NFL FLAG, the official flag football program of the National Football League (NFL), today announced the launch of NFL FLAG Canada and the NFL FLAG Canada Regional Tournaments.
NFL FLAG's mission is to empower youth athletes ages 4 to 17 and instill a lifelong passion for flag football through leagues that are engaging, fun, and accessible for everyone. The leagues provide a structured opportunity for kids to discover the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork, and friendship, both on and off the field.
"The launch of NFL FLAG Canada is an example of our continued commitment to grow the game, strengthening interest and increasing participation in football among Canadians," said David Thomson, Managing Director, NFL Canada. "We are pleased to officially recognize and support NFL FLAG leagues across Canada and look forward to creating more opportunities for local youth athletes and NFL fans to enjoy the game of flag football."
Over the next three years, NFL FLAG expects to have 250 NFL FLAG leagues operating and more than 100,000 youth flag football athletes participating in NFL FLAG Canada.
"Flag football is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States, with regular participation of more than three million youth and adults each year," said NFL FLAG Executive Director Izell Reese. "We're excited to bring NFL FLAG to Canada's loyal football fanbase and provide opportunities for young fans to learn the fundamentals of the game and experience the excitement of flag football."
NFL FLAG will work closely with clubs that have been granted NFL international home marketing areas in Canada, including the Seattle Seahawks and Minnesota Vikings, to drive fan growth and participation internationally.
The inaugural NFL FLAG Canada Regional Tournaments will take place in four provinces across Canada including Vancouver, BC, Regina, Saskatchewan, Halifax, Nova Scotia and Toronto, Ontario between June and July 2022.
Non-NFL FLAG teams are invited to compete in the NFL FLAG Canada Regional Tournaments. Schedules are now live, and registration is open for all regional tournaments. For more information, visit https://nflflag.com/events/canada.
NFL FLAG Canada Regional Tournaments join the 16 US-based NFL FLAG Regional Tournaments as part of the 2022 NFL FLAG Tournament Series.
Winning teams from the NFL FLAG Canada Regional Tournaments will qualify to compete in the NFL FLAG Championships at Pro Bowl presented by Subway in February 2023.
A comprehensive schedule of all 2022 NFL FLAG Tournament Series events can be found at www.nflflag.com/events.
NFL FLAG Canada marks an important step in the NFL's international plan, which aims to grow NFL FLAG globally over the next five years.
The NFL will continue its international expansion by sponsoring the debut of flag football at the 2022 World Games this July in Birmingham, Alabama.
"NFL FLAG has played an important role in helping the NFL attract a whole new generation of fans and expand our business internationally," said Damani Leech, NFL Chief Operating Officer of International. "The introduction of flag football at the 2022 World Games and launch of NFL FLAG Canada demonstrate the growing global interest in the game of football and ongoing efforts across the global football community to include flag football in the 2028 Olympic Games."
NFL FLAG includes more than 1,600 locally operated leagues in the U.S. and over 500,000 youth athletes across all 50 states. NFL FLAG is the only flag football league where players wear officially-licensed NFL gear.
For more information and the latest news about NFL FLAG operated by RCX Sports, visit www.NFLFLAG.com.
ABOUT NFL FLAG
NFL FLAG is an NFL-licensed property of more than 1,600 locally operated leagues in the United States and over 500,000 youth athletes across all 50 states. NFL FLAG is a fun and accessible non-contact program available for girls and boys ages 4-17. Players benefit by being physically active through non-contact, continuous action while learning the fundamentals of football as well as lessons in teamwork and sportsmanship. RCX Sports is the official operator of NFL FLAG.
ABOUT RCX SPORTS
RCX Sports is the premier youth-sports experiences business, running and operating leagues, camps, combines, tournaments and events.
RCX works with professional leagues, national governing bodies, sports-centric businesses and brands to reimagine youth sports experiences. RCX produces events with world-class partners including the NFL, Jr. NBA, MLB, NHL, NAIA, Rivals.com and the 2022 World Games.
RCX is committed to improving the accessibility and inclusivity of sports by enhancing the youth sports experience and creating opportunities for all athletes to play. We believe sports have the power to transform lives and that every athlete should have the opportunity to experience the value of sports. For more information, visit www.rcxsports.com.
NFL FLAG + RCX SPORTS Contact
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Delay would hinder IIJA's progress before it begins
WASHINGTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Responding to discussions around suspending the federal gasoline tax, Portland Cement Association (PCA) President and CEO Mike Ireland made the following statement:
"Pausing the federal gas tax is the wrong decision at the wrong moment. Gas tax revenues fund the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to remake American industry and infrastructure with sustainability at its core. Removing the funding from the gas tax will strangle the IIJA before it is even up and running."
The passage of the IIJA coincided with PCA's launch of its Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality, which outlines the steps needed to achieve carbon neutrality across the entire cement-concrete-construction value chain by 2050.
"PCA's carbon neutrality Roadmap objectives and the goals of the IIJA dovetail nicely, with a shared view toward long-term sustainability in roads, buildings and other structures. However, achieving these goals requires significant funding. The gasoline tax is crucial for meeting these funding needs," Ireland added.
For more information about PCA and the industry's sustainability efforts, visit www.cement.org and shapedbyconcrete.com.
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The Portland Cement Association (PCA), founded in 1916, is the premier policy, research, education, and market intelligence organization serving America's cement manufacturers. PCA members represent the majority of U.S. cement production capacity, having facilities across the country. The association promotes safety, sustainability, and innovation in all aspects of construction, fosters continuous improvement in cement manufacturing and distribution, promoting economic growth and sound infrastructure investment.
CONTACT: Alex Adams, aadams@apcoworldwide.com
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WINTER HAVEN, Fla., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SouthState today announced it has been named to Forbes' "Best-in-State Banks" list, earning the No. 1 ranking in Florida and the No. 3 spot in South Carolina, making SouthState one of only nine banks in the country to earn the distinction in two states.
This is the second consecutive year the bank has earned the top spot on the list in Florida and the fifth consecutive year the company has made the list in South Carolina.
In addition, SouthState was named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina by Best Companies Group, in partnership with SC Biz News. The distinction comes as a result of the evaluation of company workplace policies, practices and demographics, as well as an employee survey.
"SouthState is a leading regional bank in the Southeast, thanks to the hard work of our 5,000+ employees who serve more than one million customers," said John Corbett, CEO. "When it comes to banking, we know our customers have lots of choices, and we are honored they choose us. It means a lot to us to repeatedly receive these top distinctions, both as the bank of choice and the employer of choice."
Between one and five banks and credit unions were awarded the best-in-state designation by Forbes. Nationwide, 133 banks, or only 2.7 percent of all banks in America, made the list, available here.
To identify the best banks in each state, Forbes and market research firm Statista conducted in-depth interviews with more than 26,000 U.S. citizens on their banking relationships. Respondents ranked banks on overall recommendation and satisfaction, as well as six key areas: trust, terms and conditions (including reasonable and transparent fees), branch services, digital services, customer service and financial advice.
SouthState Corporation (NASDAQ: SSB) is a financial services company headquartered in Winter Haven, Florida. SouthState Bank, N.A., the company's nationally chartered bank subsidiary, provides consumer, commercial, mortgage and wealth management solutions to more than one million customers throughout Florida, Alabama, Georgia, the Carolinas and Virginia. The bank also serves clients coast to coast through its correspondent banking division. Additional information is available at SouthStateBank.com.
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the national food poisoning law firm of Ron Simon & Associates, along with The Failey Law Firm, filed a lawsuit in the Wendy's E. Coli O157 outbreak on behalf of a man who became ill after consuming a Dave's Double with French fries at a local Wendy's in Grandville, Michigan.
As of the most recent CDC release, on September 1st, there have been at least 97 confirmed E. coli victims in Michigan, New York, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, including at least 43 who have been hospitalized – at least 10 are suffering from hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). These numbers are expected to increase significantly over the next few weeks. E. coli is a bacteria that is usually transmitted through human feces, and early indications point to Romaine lettuce on Wendy's sandwiches.
National food poisoning lawyer Ron Simon stated:
"We expect the number of victims in this outbreak to continue to grow as more people get tested, and because there is a significant lag-time between when victims first seek medical attention and when the CDC is able to confirm they are part of the outbreak. A stool culture is needed to confirm that a victim has E. coli."
The lawsuit was filed against Meritage Hospitality Group Inc. d/b/a Wendy's, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on behalf of S. Meyers. A copy of the lawsuit is available upon request.
Mr. Meyers purchased a Wendy's Dave's Double, and shortly thereafter began to experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, and bloody diarrhea, a symptom of STEC poisoning. He was forced to seek medical treatment at Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital.
Mr. Meyers continues to recover from E. coli food poisoning.
On August 17th, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), public health and regulatory officials in several states, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS), announced a multi-state outbreak of E. coli O157:H7, a Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) linked to illnesses in four Midwestern states. The investigation led to Wendy's removal of Romaine lettuce from its sandwiches in the region.
According to the CDC, the investigation is ongoing.
Over the last 20 years, Ron Simon and his colleagues have prosecuted thousands of food poisoning cases for victims across the United States. His work has resulted in numerous upgrades to food safety procedures in Fortune 500 companies and in legislation designed to protect consumers from dangerous foodborne pathogens.
Mr. Simon and his clients have been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, CNN, FOX, and virtually all other major television networks and print media. Mr. Simon and his firm have collected over $700,000,000 for their clients. He regularly publishes articles about food safety and litigation at www.foodpoisoningnews.com which are read by viewers in over 180 countries.
For more information visit Ron Simon's food poisoning website.
Contact: Ron Simon, 713-819-8116
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CLEARWATER, Fla., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Honolulu based resort wear brand, Tori Richard, has signed with Teamwork Commerce.
Having trademarked the phrase, "Resort is a State of Mind®," the company was eager to implement Teamwork's software to create a frictionless retail process and open more time to enjoy the Hawaiian lifestyle. The Implementation of Teamwork's mobile Point of Sale and Order Management System will enable omnichannel services by offering customers endless fulfillment options such as Buy Online Pick Up In-Store (BOPIS), Buy Online Ship from Store (BOSHIP), and Buy In-Store Ship from Warehouse. Remember that dress you saw from your vacation you can't stop thinking about? Tori Richard is now able to bring their award-winning resort wear for men and women to you, wherever you are.
"Teamwork Commerce enables a fully integrated omnichannel experience for our customers, as well as enabling sophisticated data analytics, customer and product data management, and merchandise planning tools for our internal team. All of this on an intuitive, easy to use platform for all users. I couldn't be more pleased with our choice of Teamwork Commerce, and their expert team, as our POS and Retail Management software partner," shares Mike Osorio, Tori Richard, VP of Retail & Marketing.
Teamwork's turn-key omnichannel solution will empower Tori Richard to capture and manage important customer behavior and transactions seamlessly all while creating a personalized shopping experience for every single customer. The sophistication of this cloud-based mobile retail technology allows for big changes to happen for the brand right from their headquarters in Honolulu, where they have been based for over 60 years.
Founded and based out of Honolulu, Hawai'i since 1956, Tori Richard continues to create comfortable and innovative apparel for the resort lifestyle. Known for their exceptional performance fabrics and one-of-a-kind prints designed by their in-house art department, their extensive collection includes apparel and accessories for the entire family. Get in vacation mode at www.toririchard.com.
Teamwork Commerce is a leading Omnichannel Solution, providing retailers with Point-of Sale, Order Management, Inventory Control, CRM and Analytics. They also boast an ecosystem of integrations with top solutions making unified commerce a seamless activity. Serving top retailers in over 20 countries globally including Moose Knuckles, Colorado Rockies, Asics, Milwaukee Bucks, Catbird and Paul Stuart. Learn more at www.teamworkcommerce.com.
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BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — A former Moldovan president was ordered detained following a series of police raids Tuesday as part of a judicial investigation into suspected treason, corruption, illicit enrichment and illegal party financing, prosecutors said.
Photographs showed members of Moldova’s Information and Security Service escorting former president Igor Dodon to a van after he was detained at his house in the capital, Chisinau. Dodon leads the Eastern European country’s pro-Russian main opposition bloc.
Senior anti-corruption prosecutor Elena Cazacov did not identify the detainee. She told a press conference that he and a second person were ordered held in custody for 72 hours after authorities deemed that otherwise there was a “risk of destruction of evidence.”
Earlier Tuesday, Moldovan media reported Dodon’s detention but authorities didn’t officially confirm it.
Moldovan website Protv.md broadcast a live feed of several police officers standing guard at the gate of a house described as belonging to Dodon, who was president from 2016 to 2020.
Cazacov said the investigation focused on suspected acts of “illicit enrichment, passive corruption, illegal party financing and (treason), which have taken place since 2014.” She did not provide details.
“The subjects of the investigation are mainly one of the former Presidents of the Republic of Moldova and those close to him, but also other persons who have a connection to the commission of the alleged acts,” she said.
During the police search, numerous supporters of Dodon as well as other protesters congregated on the street. Dozens of Dodon supporters also gathered outside Moldova’s parliament in the capital Chisinau demanding the government’s resignation. The former president’s party controls 22 of the parliament’s 101 seats and is the main opposition force, acting in a coalition with Moldova’s communist party.
Cazacov said a total of ten locations were searched, and sums of money in Moldovan lei and foreign currency seized.
“During the searches, one of the persons tried to destroy, by swallowing, documents … which confirmed real estate transactions worth about 700,000 euros,” she said.
“The searches revealed that only at the beginning of 2022 the persons under investigation benefited from leisure services, contracted through tourism companies in the Russian Federation, worth about 4 million rubles ($70,000),” the prosecutor added.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Tuesday that Moscow was “alarmed” at the “persecution” of Dodon, but noted that it was an internal affair of Moldova’s.
“We are, of course, alarmed that again such a practice and persecution is being used against those who are supporters of the development of friendly and mutually beneficial relations with the Russian Federation,” Peskov told reporters during a conference call.
One of Europe’s poorest countries, Moldova is an ex-Soviet republic that gained independence in 1991.
Russia maintains troops — nominally peacekeepers — in the separatist Moldovan region of Transnistria, a disputed, Russian-backed breakaway state that borders southwestern Ukraine. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/moldovan-ex-president-detained-in-treason-corruption-probe/ | 2022-05-25T08:03:17Z |
Which Barbie accessories are best?
It seems everyone knows Barbie, the most famous doll in the world. In the over 60 years since Barbie first appeared on the scene, she has undergone countless makeovers, worked in many careers and acquired lots and lots of clothes. Kids start playing with Barbie as young children and some adults keep on collecting Barbies all their lives.
Barbie has a lot of accessories, too, and no collection can really be complete without a way for Barbie to travel in style. You could choose a scooter, boat, off-road vehicle or a private jet, but you can never go wrong with a pink sports car. If you’re looking for a convertible for Barbie to cruise around in, take a look at the Barbie Glam Convertible and Doll Pack.
What to know before you buy a Barbie accessory
Barbie was popular from the very beginning because she was a young woman in a world of dolls that were infants and babies for little parents to tend to and look after. Barbie changed the world of dolls by being a beautiful, poised and active adult that little girls used to play adult roles of all kinds instead of just parent roles.
Mattel says the purpose of the Barbie line is to inspire limitless potential in every child because even a small doll can make a big impact. Barbie has evolved to become an advocate for social and environmental change and the doll is completely committed to representation, empowerment and the environment.
What to look for in a quality Barbie accessory
There are hundreds of Barbie dolls to choose from and thousands of accessories to go with them. The type of clothes Barbie wears needs to match her activities and the accessories need to match, too. Matching accessories to specific Barbie jobs is a great way to add to any child’s Barbie collection.
Work clothes
When Barbie wears work clothes, she needs accessories that help her do her job. So far, Barbie has followed more than 150 career paths.
- Office Barbie needs a tiny briefcase, cellphone and laptop computer.
- Marine biologist Barbie needs swim fins, a snorkel, a dive mask and an air tank.
- Construction Barbie needs work boots, a hard hat, a toolbox and a ladder.
Working out
Barbie needs the right accessories to work out at home, the gym and her yoga and spin classes. Sneakers, leg warmers, headbands, water bottles, bicycles and weight sets all help Barbie stay in shape.
Recreation
Barbie plays every sport, and to do so, she needs the right outfit to wear when playing tennis, golf, volleyball and soccer with her friends. Athletic Barbie needs tennis rackets, golf clubs, volleyballs and nets, soccer balls, goals and more to play her best.
Casual wear
When Barbie runs errands and takes trips in her pink convertible, she needs a light jacket or sweater, a casual watch and costume jewelry, sunglasses, a tote bag and her smartphone.
Formal occasions
Barbie loves to dress up for a night on the town, a gallery opening or a gala. She sets off her glamorous gowns with necklaces, rings, bracelets and coordinated handbags and shoes.
Travel
Travel Barbie goes to a lot of places for work and play and needs a rolling suitcase, a matching set of luggage, a passport holder and a carry-on tote.
How much you can expect to spend on a Barbie accessory
There are hundreds of accessories for Barbie that cost $10-$25. Barbie playsets packed with accessories cost from $25 to around $50. Elaborate accessories like campers, private jets and three-story houses cost $50-$200.
Barbie accessories FAQ
How many Barbies have been sold?
A. Mattel has sold more than 1 billion Barbies.
How much are the most valuable Barbies worth?
A. The original Barbie doll sold for $3. Early mint condition Barbies in their original packaging sell to avid collectors for thousands of dollars. The most expensive Barbie ever sold was at a Christie’s auction. This special edition Stefani Canturi Barbie was wearing a real diamond choker and sold for more than $300,000. The proceeds from the sale went to fund the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
What are the best Barbie accessories to buy?
Top Barbie accessory
Barbie Glam Convertible and Doll Pack
What you need to know: This super glam sparkly pink convertible is ready to hit the open road with Barbie at the wheel and a friend beside her.
What you’ll love: This standard size Barbie wears a pink dress, shoes and sunglasses. Her open-top roadster is 14 inches long and has two black bucket seats with seat belts and Barbie “stitched” into the upholstery. The realistic molded pink dashboard features a GPS map in the center console. Its silver spoke mag wheels are realistically designed and roll freely.
What you should consider: The doors don’t open.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Barbie accessory for the money
Barbie ZipBin 40-Doll Dreamhouse Toy Box and Playmat
What you need to know: This storage bin for your Barbie dolls, clothing and accessories is a mansion that holds up to 40 Barbie dolls.
What you’ll love: Take the lid off this 12-by-12-by-12-inch toy box and fold down two of the sides to make a bright and bold fashionista play mat with a patio, swimming pool, kitchen, playroom and more. Use your own dolls and furniture with this multidimensional Barbie accessory.
What you should consider: The styles vary and won’t always match the pictures in the ads.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Barbie Coffee Shop Playset GMW03
What you need to know: Kids open their own coffee shop with a Barbie doll that helps in the store.
What you’ll love: This coffee shop where Barbie works comes with two dozen accessories kids use to display coffee, cold drinks and sweets that they serve customers. The coffee shop has a counter, cooler, display rack and cappuccino maker. Barbie wears a striped T-shirt dress with a pink apron, black sneakers and her hair up in a bun.
What you should consider: Many of these accessories are quite small, so this playset is best for children who don’t put nonfood items in their mouths.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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LODI, Calif., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Harney Lane Winery ("Harney Lane" or the "Company"), fifth-generation, family-owned and operated estate-grown winery in the Lodi appellation, is announcing the launch of the "Savor the Flavors of Summer" campaign. In anticipation of summer entertaining throughout July and August, Harney Lane is promoting the celebration of special moments shared with friends and family through the marriage of food and wine.
In response to consumer demand for home cooking inspiration and the desire to learn more about food and wine pairings, Harney Lane will be sharing a variation of ways wine lovers can indulge in the flavors of summer. The campaign includes their Handbook to Grilled Food & Wine, featuring multiple recipes created by talented food influencers, announcing a social media Traeger Ranger giveaway, and supporting local businesses by giving away gift cards to various Lodi area restaurants.
Harney Lane's "Savor the Flavors of Summer" giveaway will begin on Sunday, July 10th at 12 PM PST and end on Sunday, July 17th at 11:59 PM PST. To enter, follow along on the company's Instagram or Facebook for updates and a chance to win a Traeger Ranger grill, as well as a Harney Lane and Lakewood Meats gift card.
"We believe in savoring every special, and small, moment and sharing them with great company," said Kelly Mantel, Director of Marketing at Harney Lane. "Wine brands are no longer just selling wine, but inspiring a lifestyle and adding value to the lives of their consumers. With this in mind, our company purpose remains to positively influence the lives of all we interact with."
The company has partnered with Erin Lynch (@platingsandpairings), Derek Campanile (@dadwithapan), Keith and Jackie Lampkin (@supermancooks), and Nicole Silva (@madameappetite), to create unique grilling recipes to pair with select Harney Lane wine.
"Grilling is a summer staple, and we want consumers to think of wine synonymously with outdoor entertainment," Mantel added. "With most people throwing dinner parties or backyard barbeques, it is our intention to encourage people to savor the moment by opening a bottle of Harney Lane wine."
Harney Lane invites you to partake in the "Savor the Flavors of Summer" fun by reading the Handbook to Grilled Food and Wine and following along on social media for updates and giveaways.
Contact
Kelly Mantel, Director of Marketing
209.900.7446
kelly@harneylane.com
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Union Pacific Railroad and Twin Cities Public Television Partner on Multilingual Rail Safety Campaign
OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Union Pacific Railroad and Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) are teaming up to make rail safety a universal language, launching new English- and Spanish-language safety multi-media materials aimed at families and educators as the "Back to School" season kicks off nationwide.
"With more than 140,000 miles of track and 212,000 rail crossings in the U.S., chances are you and your child will come across at least one on the way to and from school, whether it's on foot or by car," said Union Pacific Assistant Vice President and Chief Safety Officer Connie Roseberry. "Now, is the perfect time to talk about staying safe around the tracks, just as you would remind a child to look both ways when crossing the street. We're proud of our work with TPT to provide families a fun, engaging way to talk about rail safety, and give educators free, downloadable tools for their classroom."
According to data from Safe Kids Worldwide, more than 40% of rail-related injury incidents occur between 3-9 p.m. Sharing three simple rail safety tips with loved ones can help keep students safe around the tracks:
- Limit Technology Use: Phones, watches and games can become a dangerous distraction. Put devices and ear buds away until you safely cross the tracks.
- Wait for Trains to Pass: Never try to race a train, always wait for it to pass. Wait until all warning devices are clear before crossing.
- Always Obey Signs: Only cross railroad tracks at designated crossing areas. Do not walk on or near the tracks, and do not go around warning devices.
New videos and social media infographics that drive home these safety tips are being featured over the next two months on PBS and Univision/Televisa stations in Chicago, Illinois; San Antonio and Houston, Texas; Portland, Oregon; Los Angeles, California; and Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.
This is the third year Union Pacific and TPT have worked together to deliver multilingual safety messages through the Community Ties Giving Program, but the first time the message has been expanded nationwide, through a regional partnership grant.
Visit www.UP.com/safety or www.UP.com/seguridad to download English- and Spanish-language learning guides, or dance to the Train Safety Cha Cha jingle.
Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at www.up.com.
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CCMA Leaders Mordechai Korf & Uriel Laber: " What better place to show our commitment than a school like St. Mary where we can make an immediate impact for their students."
CALVERT CITY, Ky., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CC Metals & Alloys (CCMA), a mining and metals company led by Mordechai Korf and Uriel Laber that employs dozens of local Kentucky workers, announced today that its Plant Manager, Chris Cobb, recently presented a $5,000 donation to the St. Mary School System's baseball program in Paducah.
CCMA's donation will support the St. Mary baseball program in several ways, including improvements at the St. Mary baseball field, benefiting the St. Mary community in Paducah and McCracken County. The St. Mary Athletic program participates in the KHSAA (Kentucky High School Athletic Association) and is a member of Region 1. This past March, a new baseball scoreboard was installed at the baseball field.
Mordechai Korf and Uriel Laber of CCMA issued the following joint statement:
"Go Vikings! What better place to show our commitment than a school like St. Mary, where we can make an immediate impact for as many students as possible."
Chris Haas, St. Mary Baseball Head Coach, said: "CCMA's donation will greatly benefit our student athletes and their experience playing baseball here at St. Mary. We are a small school that tries to mold our kids into successful adults who contribute to our community, and CCMA's generous gift will have a tremendous impact on our team and our success."
Today's announced donation follows a long history of CCMA supporting the local community. This past December, CCMA provided crucial food and housing support to six local charities helping hundreds of Kentucky families. That same month, CCMA provided over $70,000 in needed relief supplies to support the recovery of Kentucky communities after a tornado moved through Western Kentucky. And in April, CCMA donated $25,000 in support to five local nonprofit organizations that provide critical food and meal services as well as family services to hundreds of families in their communities.
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Say goodbye to ‘The Wendy Williams Show,’ final episode airs this week
Published: Jun. 15, 2022 at 12:31 PM CDT|Updated: 46 minutes ago
(CNN) – After 13 seasons, “The Wendy Williams Show” will officially come to an end this week.
Variety has reported the last show will air Friday, but Wendy won’t be there.
She’s been out all season because of health issues.
It’s been a rocky few years for the talk show host. Beyond health issues, she shared that she lived in a sober house for a time.
There have also been questions about her mental health, a divorce and financial trouble.
Still, the show’s syndicators said they want to work with her again at some point. What that will look like though, and when, is anyone’s guess.
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pure Storage® (NYSE: PSTG), the IT pioneer that delivers the world's most advanced data storage technology and services, today announced it will host a conference call on Wednesday, August 31 at 1:30 p.m. PT to discuss its financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended August 7, 2022. This conference call will be held following the release of Pure Storage's financial results.
Q2 FY23 Conference Call Details
A live audio broadcast of the conference call will be available at the Pure Storage Investor Relations website at investor.purestorage.com. A replay will be available following the call on the Pure Storage Investor Relations website or for two weeks at 1-866-813-9403 (or +44 204 525 0658 for international callers) with passcode 367923.
Additionally, Pure is scheduled to participate at the following investor conferences:
Deutsche Bank's 2022 Technology Conference
Date: Thursday, September 1, 2022
Fireside Chat Time: 1:15 pm PDT
Pure Presenters: Ajay Singh, Chief Product Officer and Sanjot Khurana, VP, Investor Relations & Treasurer
Evercore ISI 2nd Annual TMT Conference
Date: Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Pure Participants: Sanjot Khurana, VP, Investor Relations & Treasurer
Citi's 2022 Global Technology Conference
Date: Thursday, September 8, 2022
Pure Participants: Sanjot Khurana, VP, Investor Relations & Treasurer
Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference
Date: Monday, September 12, 2022
Fireside Chat Time: 4:30 pm - 5:10 pm PDT
Pure Presenters: Charles Giancarlo, Chairman and CEO, Kevan Krysler, CFO
Pure Participants: Sanjot Khurana, VP, Investor Relations & Treasurer
The presentation(s) will be webcast live and archived on Pure's Investor Relations website at investor.purestorage.com.
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Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG) uncomplicates data storage, forever. Pure Storage delivers a cloud experience that empowers every organization to get the most from their data while reducing the complexity and expense of managing the infrastructure behind it. Pure Storage's commitment to providing true storage as-a-service gives customers the agility to meet changing data needs at speed and scale, whether they are deploying traditional workloads, modern applications, containers, or more. Pure Storage believes it can make a significant impact in reducing data center emissions worldwide through its environmental sustainability efforts, including designing products and solutions that enable customers to reduce their carbon and energy footprint. And with a certified customer satisfaction score in the top one percent of B2B companies, Pure Storage's ever-expanding list of customers are among the happiest in the world. For more information, visit www.purestorage.com.
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What started as a grass fire in suburban Dallas turned into a devastating blaze, torching 10 to 20 acres and damaging more than two dozen homes, officials said.
The fire ripped through a neighborhood of Balch Springs Monday, after someone mowed an area of tall grass or brush, known as "brush hogging."
"The fire started from someone brush hogging in the field behind the homes," Balch Springs Fire Marshal Sean Davis told CNN on Monday. "He hit some debris in the field that caused a spark. The spark set the cut grass on fire."
Nearby residents were evacuated in the suburb about 15 miles southeast of Dallas.
Davis said the blaze damaged 26 homes. Nine are a "total loss," he said.
At least six fire departments helped extinguish the flames by Monday night, Davis said. No injuries were reported.
But the risk of a fast-moving blaze is not over.
According to the National Weather Service, parts of North Texas face "elevated fire danger" Tuesday, with temperatures expected to soar past 100 degrees.
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VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Rock Tech Lithium Inc (TSXV: RCK) (OTCQX: RCKTF) (FWB: RJIB) (WKN: A1XF0V) ("Rock Tech") and Mercedes-Benz AG ("Mercedes-Benz") are pleased to announce that they are about to enter into an agreement which provides for a strategic partnership to produce high-quality lithium hydroxide for the automaker and its battery suppliers. Under the intended binding agreement, Rock Tech has agreed to deliver up to 10,000 tonnes per year of its planned production to the premium manufacturer and its partners starting in 2026. The two companies made the announcement on Tuesday during a visit to Canada by a business delegation from Germany led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Mercedes-Benz wants to become fully electric by the end of the decade. From 2025 onwards the luxury carmaker plans that all newly launched vehicle architectures will be all electric. To help make this a reality, Mercedes-Benz intends to enter a strategic partnership with Rock Tech, lasting for at least five years and an option to prolong.
From 2026 onwards, it is envisaged that Rock Tech contributes up to 10,000 tonnes of lithium hydroxide annually to Mercedes-Benz and its battery partners, starting with a qualification period and after quality and sustainability benchmarks have been met. This battery-grade lithium product is an essential component of high-performance vehicle batteries. The Canadian-German Rock Tech expects to become a central implementation partner for the automaker and its all electric and carbon neutral strategies.
With the envisaged strategic partnership, both companies aim to ensure that the amount of battery-grade lithium meets Mercedes-Benz's growing demand in order to scale up electric vehicle production. Rock Tech is currently developing its first converter project in Guben, eastern Germany. So far, no other refinery of its kind exists in Europe. Rock Tech aims to close this gap in supply of lithium and to make regional supply chains more resilient by refining spodumene into high quality lithium hydroxide at this converter by the end of 2024. This would create a short supply chain in Mercedes-Benz's origin and is expected to further strengthen the partnership.
"With the envisaged agreement, we intend to provide Mercedes-Benz not only with high-quality lithium hydroxide, but also to establish a strategic partnership that is expected to set new standards in sustainable supply chains. We are very pleased to have found a partner that intends to take important steps with us towards a more resilient and sustainable lithium supply chain to deliver an important part of their strategy and of the e-mobility transformation", says Markus Bruegmann, Chief Executive Officer of Rock Tech Lithium.
"Mercedes-Benz plans to go all electric by the end of this decade, wherever market conditions allow. To scale up our electric vehicle production, access to raw materials is needed to improve the resilience and sustainability of the electric vehicle supply chain. With the Rock Tech partnership we intend to take a direct sourcing approach to secure the lithium supply for Mercedes-Benz battery production", says Markus Schaefer, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Chief Technology Officer, responsible for Research & Development and Procurement.
Additionally, Rock Tech also intends to operate its own mine in Georgia Lake, Canada, to contribute to wider and growing lithium demand in the northern hemisphere. With the emergence of new sources of raw materials within the G7 community, Canada in particular is becoming increasingly important for resilient supply chains. Rock Tech exemplifies how cooperation between Canada and Germany can be realized. This is one of the reasons why Mercedes-Benz and Rock Tech announced the envisaged partnership during a business delegation's trip to Canada on Tuesday in Toronto, with reference to Memorandum of Understanding entered into by Mercedes-Benz and the Government of Canada to strengthen cooperation across the electric vehicle value chain.
A shared understanding and focus on reliability, resilience, and sustainability in the supply chains in Europe and North America creates a strong basis for the planned strategic partnership between Rock Tech and Mercedes-Benz. Rock Tech's sourcing options and its own mining project in Canada are expected to meet or exceed the standards of the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurances (IRMA), whose criteria includes both human rights aspects and the environmentally sustainable mining of raw materials, among others. In addition, Rock Tech is investigating new methods and technologies aimed at the carbon neutral industrial production of lithium hydroxide and new zero waste production methods.
On behalf of the Board of Directors,
Dirk Harbecke
Chairman
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
The following cautionary statements are in addition to all other cautionary statements and disclaimers contained elsewhere in, or referenced by, this press release.
Certain information set forth in this press release contains "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "forward-looking information") within the meaning of applicable securities laws, which are based on Rock Tech's current expectations, estimates, and assumptions in light of its experience and is perception of historical trends. All statements other than statements of historical facts may constitute forward-looking information. Often, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words or phrases such as "estimate", "project", "anticipate", "expect", "intend", "believe", "hope", "may" and similar expressions, as well as "will", "shall" and all other indications of future tense. All forward-looking information set forth in this press release is expressly qualified in its entirety by the cautionary statements referred to in this section.
In particular, forward-looking information in this new release includes, but is not limited to: statements regarding Rock Tech's and Mercedes-Benz's respective vision, strategy and objectives; statements regarding the strategic partnership between Rock Tech and Mercedes-Benz, including the provision of lithium hydroxide to Mercedes-Benz by the Company and the volume and timing thereof, future actions taken by the parties and the expected benefits of the strategic partnership; the expected contribution of the strategic partnership to the parties strategy and objectives and the lithium hydroxide supply chain; the expected importance of lithium hydroxide generally, and production delivered pursuant to the strategic partnership in particular, in relation to Mercedes-Benz's strategy; expectations concerning the Company's planned and prospective projects, including the Georgia Lake mine and proposed converter project in Guben and the Company's intentions with respect to the development and timing thereof; the expectation that the Company will receive the first part of the construction permit in respect of the proposed converter project and the timing thereof; statements regarding Rock Tech's future plans and expectations, including the anticipated production of lithium hydroxide and that the Georgia Lake mine will meet IRMA standards; statements and expectations regarding the electric vehicle industry; Rock Tech's opinions, beliefs and expectations regarding the Company's business strategy, development and exploration opportunities and projects; and plans and objectives of management for the Company's operations and properties.
Forward-looking information contained in this press release is based on certain assumptions, estimates, expectations, analysis and opinions of the Company and in certain cases, third party experts, that are believed by management of Rock Tech to be reasonable at the time they were made. Such assumptions, estimates and other factors include, among other things: that the strategic partnership will result in outcomes consistent with management's expectations in relation thereto; that the Georgia Lake mine and proposed converter project in Guben will be developed on-time and on budget in accordance with current expectations; the supply and demand for, deliveries of, and the level and volatility of prices of, feedstock and intermediate and final lithium products; that all required regulatory approvals and permits can be obtained on the necessary terms in a timely manner; expected growth, performance and business operations; future commodity prices and exchange rates; prospects, growth opportunities and financing available to the Company; general business and economic conditions; results of development and exploration; and Rock Tech's ability to procure supplies and other equipment necessary for its business. The foregoing list is not exhaustive of all assumptions which may have been used in developing the forward-looking information. While Rock Tech considers these assumptions, estimates and factors to be reasonable based on information currently available, they may prove to be incorrect. Forward-looking information should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results.
In addition, forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks and uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond Rock Tech's control, that may cause Rock Tech's actual events, results, performance and/or achievements to be materially different from that which is expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Risks and uncertainties that may cause actual events, results, performance and/or achievements to vary materially include: the failure to realize the anticipated benefits of the strategic partnership; the Company's ability to access funding required to invest in available opportunities and projects (including the Company's proposed lithium hydroxide converter and the Georgia Lake mine) and on satisfactory terms; the current and potential adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and recent geopolitical hostilities; the risk that Rock Tech will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due; changes in commodity and other prices; Rock Tech's ability to attract and retain skilled staff and to secure feedstock from third party suppliers; unanticipated events and other difficulties related to construction, development and operation of the Company's proposed lithium hydroxide converter and/or the Georgia Lake mine; the cost of compliance with current and future environmental and other laws and regulations; title defects; competition from existing and new competitors; changes in currency, exchange rates and market prices of Rock Tech's securities; Rock Tech's history of losses; adverse impacts of climate change; and other risks and uncertainties described from time to time in Rock Tech's public disclosure documents available on the Company's SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com, including those discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in Rock Tech's most recently filed Management Discussion and Analysis and Annual Information Form, respectively. Such risks and uncertainties do not represent an exhaustive list of all risk factors that could cause actual events, results, performance and/or achievements to vary materially from the forward-looking information.
We cannot assure you that actual events, results, performance and/or achievements will be consistent with the forward-looking information and management's assumptions may prove to be incorrect. Forward-looking information reflects Rock Tech management's views as at the date the information is created. Except as may be required by law, Rock Tech undertakes no obligation and expressly disclaims any responsibility, obligation or undertaking to update or to revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, to reflect any change in Rock Tech's expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such information is based.
Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned not to rely on the forward-looking information set forth in this press release.
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Officials search for pair accused of stripping woman at gunpoint, stealing her car
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW/Gray News) – Authorities in Kansas are looking for two people they say stripped a woman of her clothes at gunpoint, stole her car, and left her in the middle of the road.
Deputies with the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office are looking for Nicole Fox, 41, and London Pike, 20, following the reported robbery earlier this month.
On the evening of July 16, deputies were called to the area and found the 27-year-old victim in the road.
The victim told them she had been taken at gunpoint from another area to the current location. She also said the suspects hit her on the head with a gun, threatened her, and stripped her of her clothing.
The victim told deputies the suspects then stole her black 2017 Chevy Malibu and left her in the middle of the road.
The sheriff’s office said a good Samaritan found the victim walking naked and alone in the roadway and called 911.
The victim was given medical attention on the scene and taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
During the investigation, the sheriff’s office identified the suspects as Fox and Pike, who are still at large. Officials did not say if the suspects and victim knew each other.
Anyone with information is asked to call the sheriff’s office at 785-251-2200 or CrimeStoppers at 785-234-0007.
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Ko, Hataoka share LA Open lead at demanding Wilshire CC
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jin Young Ko had five back-nine birdies in a 7-under 64 at demanding Wilshire Country Club for a share of the second-round lead Friday with Nasa Hataoka in the DIO Implant LA Open. Five strokes behind first-round leader Alison Lee after a 71, the top-ranked Ko moved into position for her second victory of the season in the first of two straight LPGA Tour events in the Los Angeles area. Hataoka birdied her final three holes for a 68 to match Ko at 7 under. Ko birdied Nos. 11-14 and added her eighth birdie of the day on the par-4 17th. She won in Singapore early last month for her 13th LPGA Tour title. The two-time major champion won five times last year. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/22/ko-hataoka-share-la-open-lead-at-demanding-wilshire-cc/ | 2022-04-23T05:08:36Z |
Which pet carrier backpack is best?
Pet carrier backpacks make it more convenient to take your pet places. For instance, if you need to carry your cat to the vet on foot, it’s much less hassle with a backpack carrier than a conventional handheld carrier.
Some people also use their carriers for small dogs, particularly on long hikes where the little canines might tire out. The Kurgo K9 Pet Carrier Backpack is an excellent choice for cats and dogs up to 25 pounds.
What to know before you buy a pet carrier backpack
Weight capacity
All carriers list a weight capacity. Not only does it give you an idea of which pets will fit inside, but it also tells you the maximum safe weight. A small, stocky dog weighing 20 pounds might fit comfortably inside a carrier with a 16-pound weight limit, but the carrier might not hold them safely.
Dog carrier backpacks often have a larger weight capacity than those designed with cats in mind. That said, most pet carriers work equally well for cats or dogs, as long as they’re within the weight limit.
Size
Just because your pet weighs less than the maximum capacity doesn’t mean a carrier is the right fit. Slim but tall dogs might be below the weight limit for a carrier but too large to comfortably fit inside.
Measure from the base of the neck to the base of the tail and the top of the shoulders to the ground, while standing. Add 2 to 3 inches to these measurements, and you’ll find the minimum carrier size for your pet.
Ventilation
Pet carriers must have plenty of ventilation to allow a good flow of fresh air inside. Without this, your pet could overheat or struggle to breathe. Carriers should have vents or mesh panels on more than one side. If you’re flying with your pet, some airlines have strict rules about the necessary amount of ventilation in a carrier, so check before you buy.
What to look for in a quality pet carrier backpack
Waterproof base
A waterproof base prevents leaks if your pet has an accident in the carrier. This is a particularly important feature for long trips or senior pets.
Airline-approved
Airline-approved carriers meet the size and ventilation requirements of most major airlines. However, each airline has its own rules, and the term “airline-approved” isn’t regulated. It’s worth checking the specific requirements of the airline you’re flying with before purchasing, so you don’t end up with a carrier you can’t use.
Wheels
Some backpack carriers double as wheeled carriers, with long telescoping handles, similar to those on wheeled suitcases. They’re not good for all-terrain use but are handy in airports and train stations.
Padded shoulder straps
Carrying your pet isn’t the most comfortable activity, especially if they’re relatively heavy. Padded shoulder straps help to relieve some of the pressure, so you don’t struggle.
Chest strap
A chest strap or sternum strap secures across the chest of the wearer, between the two shoulder straps. When fastened, it takes some of the weight off your shoulders and transfers it to your chest, making your load feel lighter.
How much you can expect to spend on a pet carrier backpack
Basic carriers start at roughly $25-$40, while high-end versions cost as much as $100-$150.
Pet carrier backpack FAQ
Are pet backpacks safe?
A. Yes, they’re safe as long as they’re strong enough to hold your pet’s weight, close securely and have ample ventilation. If you intend to use the tether point inside, ensure your pet wears a harness, not a collar. Otherwise, it poses a strangulation risk.
Do pets like being carried in backpacks?
A. While some dogs and cats are happy to ride in backpacks, many feel the same way they do about other pet carriers: they’re not fans. Pet backpacks are sometimes advertised as ways to take indoor cats or dogs with mobility issues on adventures, but this isn’t a good choice for all pets.
Primarily, you should use them just as you would any other carrier (for instance, to take your pet to the vet or on a flight). However, if your pet truly enjoys being carried around in a backpack, then you can use it for hikes and other excursions.
What’s the best pet carrier backpack to buy?
Top pet carrier backpack
What you need to know: Despite the “K9” in the name, this carrier is just as well-suited to cats as dogs.
What you’ll love: It holds cats and small dogs up to 25 pounds. The chest strap and the padded back and shoulder straps make carrying your pet more comfortable. It has side vents and a mesh top for ventilation.
What you should consider: You must roll the top up when your pet is inside, and it can get in the way.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Chewy
Top pet carrier backpack for the money
PetAmi Deluxe Pet Carrier Backpack
What you need to know: This backpack is a great choice for dogs and cats up to 18 pounds.
What you’ll love: It’s well-ventilated with three mesh panels and has doors on both sides for easy entry. The front and side pockets are perfect for holding water bottles and pet essentials.
What you should consider: It’s not the most durable carrier overall, so it’s best for occasional use.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Chewy
Worth checking out
Mr. Peanut’s Aspen Series Airline-Approved Backpack Pet Carrier
What you need to know: Meeting the size requirements of popular airlines, it’s perfect for traveling with your pet.
What you’ll love: With mesh panels on the top, front and both sides, it provides plenty of ventilation. It’s durable and secure with self-locking zippers. The seat belt attachment lets you use it as an in-car carrier.
What you should consider: It isn’t the roomiest of carriers, so it only fits pets up to 10 pounds.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Chewy
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In November 2021, the Association announced a groundbreaking decision to award college scholarships to high school juniors instead of seniors to earlier reach students on their educational journeys
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of remarkable individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, today announced the inaugural class of 105 high school juniors who are the recipients of its esteemed 2023 Horatio Alger National Scholarship. Since the establishment of its scholarship programs in 1984, the Association has awarded its National Scholarship of $25,000 to high school seniors.
In 2021, the Association announced a restructuring of its scholarship programs to award students one year earlier in support of early intervention by providing resources throughout the college selection and application process. The Scholars will have access to a multitude of services throughout their senior year and during their college tenure, including:
- Financial aid counseling
- College selection advising
- Online college success seminars discussing financial literacy and budgeting, time management, health and wellness and other issues affecting college students
- 24/7 mental health support available via phone and online
- Emergency funding to assist students experiencing food insecurity, homelessness and medical emergencies
"As college enrollment continues to decline, we are more committed than ever to determining the factors preventing students from pursuing their educational dreams," said James F. Dicke II, chairman of the Horatio Alger Association and 2015 Horatio Alger Award recipient. "We understand cost plays a critical role in a student's decision to pursue a college degree, and no two students experience the same life circumstances. By reaching them earlier and providing personalized resources extending beyond financial support, our goal is to provide students with the information and counsel needed to make the best decision for them – one that will set them up for long-term success while minimizing the burden of student loan debt."
The Horatio Alger Association was founded in 1947 to dispel the mounting belief among young people that the American Dream was no longer attainable. In the 38 years since its scholarship programs were established, the Association has become the largest privately funded, need-based scholarship provider in the United States and Canada, awarding a total of $253 million in scholarships to more than 35,000 students.
"For nearly four decades, we have witnessed each class of outstanding Scholars pursue their own unique educational goals and career aspirations," said Terrence J. Giroux, executive director of the Association. "Much of what they've achieved is made possible through the free enterprise system and the continued strength of the American Dream – defined as freedom, mutual respect and equality of opportunity. This is the backbone of our mission, and we look forward to witnessing the tremendous impact our scholarships will have on these students as they complete their high school education."
"I've long dreamed of going to college and becoming the prosperous person I've aspired to be but was always discouraged by my family's financial status. After receiving the Horatio Alger Scholarship, my family and I gained back hope – especially because it offers both financial support and college advising, " said Just Love Alabi, a 2023 National Scholar from Silver Spring, Md. "I am very grateful to be one of many who can have their hope restored again because of the Association's dedication to help students who have faced great challenges pursue their dreams through higher education."
The 2023 Horatio Alger National Scholars come from households with an average income of $23,995 per year while maintaining an average GPA of 3.95 Each National Scholarship recipient is awarded $25,000 to apply toward educational costs of the college or university of their choice. For a full list of 2023 Horatio Alger National Scholars, click here.
For more information about Horatio Alger Association, please visit www.horatioalger.org. To engage on social media, follow the organization on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using #HoratioAlgerScholar.
About Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans:
Founded in 1947, the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. is dedicated to the simple but powerful belief that hard work, honesty and determination can conquer all obstacles. The Association honors the achievements of outstanding leaders who have accomplished remarkable successes in spite of adversity by bestowing upon them the Horatio Alger Award and inducting them as lifetime Members. Horatio Alger Members support promising young people with the resources and confidence needed to overcome adversity in pursuit of their dreams through higher education. Through the generosity of its Members and friends, in 2022, the Association is expected to award more than $17 million in undergraduate and graduate need-based scholarships to over 1,700 students across the United States and Canada, and provide college support and mentoring services to its Scholars. Since 1984, the Association has awarded more than $253 million in undergraduate, graduate, military veteran and career and technical education scholarships to more than 35,000 deserving students. For more information, please visit www.horatioalger.org.
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Retail real estate and restaurant industries find success in using a blend of marketing and
operational intelligence to scale with Near and B I Spatial mobile analytics
PASADENA, Calif., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As retail real estate and restaurant industries are getting back to opening new business locations and strive to keep up with evolving and new consumer habits, Near, the world's largest source of privacy-led intelligence on people, places, and products, and its partner B I Spatial, are empowering companies with actionable insights and the data they need that allows them to make better location-based decisions.
Understanding consumer movement has always been a struggle for businesses, especially in the restaurant and retail real estate sectors. The unique strategic alliance between Near and B I Spatial allows businesses to prioritize location-based opportunities by daypart and the presence of their target consumers, maximizing the ability to identify and leverage new sources of revenue.
Pollo Campero, a fast-casual restaurant chain focused on Flavorful Chicken Meals started as a small family-owned restaurant in Guatemala in 1971, and has grown to one of the largest chicken chains in the world. Pollo Campero currently has 80 restaurants in the U.S., 15 of which are franchise locations. The chain has a major growth strategy to rapidly expand across the U.S. in 2022. As a part of its growth strategy, the restaurant plans to open 10 corporate restaurants in 2022, 20 in 2023, and then ramp up to open a total of 200 locations altogether in the next five years. Their first challenge in the U.S. was completing its customer profile and building a development strategy from that profile.
Case Study: How QSR Pollo Campero used Near and B I Spatial to optimize its site selection plan
To identify their key customer groups and give focus to their real estate strategy, Pollo Campero engaged B I Spatial to analyze their markets using Near's mobility data and segmentation to drill down to Pollo Campero's target customer segments, and then map those segments by daypart– everywhere in the U.S. Pollo Campero was able to leverage the results to prioritize the top 500 U.S. intersections for both new corporate and franchise locations. The chain now uses this valuable data for its expansion plan, and to also share with its franchisees. The B I Spatial and Near data has become a foundation for Pollo Campero's development program, informing their expansion efforts and validating their customer profiles.
"I can tell you from experience that the data is accurate. It points us in all the right places. And I honestly believe it gives us a strategic advantage over our competitors because it helps us prioritize our efforts, really helps us focus in the right places," said Allyn Taylor, Director of Development and Construction at Pollo Campero.
"For more than a decade, global companies have trusted Near to provide answers to critical questions they need to make them more competitive and win in their respective markets," said Gladys Kong, COO at Near. "Now, in partnership with B.I. Spatial, we are continuing to help businesses seize the opportunity in a time of rapid change to grow and be successful."
Directory of Major Malls, Inc., or DMM, has been a leading source of comprehensive and accurate major shopping center and mall data for more than 35 years. DMM catalogs and updates details on the over 8,500 major shopping centers and malls in the U.S. and Canada that have gross leasable areas of approximately 200,000 sqft and up or are significant specialty lifestyle/mixed-use properties. In addition to providing a full list of center details and 42,565 contacts, DMM also focuses its attention on the retail components of each center, or mall, by maintaining more than 300,000 national and regional chains, as well as independent and local retail stores. DMM engages with the market through direct licensing or its subscription platform, ShoppingCenters.com.
Case Study: How Directory of Major Malls used Near and B I Spatial to Achieve More Precise Shopper Insights
B I Spatial was able to use Near's mobile data as a catalyst for developing a mobile analytics product, and trade areas, for more than 7,800 major shopping centers and malls in the U.S. for Directory of Major Malls. Utilizing B I Spatial's proprietary Precision with Privacy (PwP) methodology, B I Spatial was able to append address level Prizm segments to 70+ million Near devices while maintaining each device's spatial anonymity.
"We chose B I Spatial for their expertise in working with Near's mobile location data combined with expanded demographics," said Tama Shor, President of Directory of Major Malls. "It's a game-changer in the sense it can provide so much more actionable, shopper-centric insight about the property, and opens up new types of opportunities to use the data."
The results of the engagement provided a quarterly file of mobile traffic observations and unique visits within a 70% trade area along with the top PRIZM segments that contribute to the activity in each center. DMM's subscribers now have specific and precise answers to questions like, "how far does a center pull?" and "do shoppers cross major rivers or ranges to shop?" Inclusion of trade area images, tourism traffic, lifestyle behaviors, and expanded demographics also offers subscribers to shoppingcenters.com a better understanding of more than just what's going on, but who is actually visiting.
"By incorporating Claritas data into our Near-based PwP process, we created a space for DMM, ShoppingCenters.com, and its subscribers that were previously only occupied by customer intercept studies. The advantage to our approach is that the DMM subscribers and licensees can compare thousands of centers in a single, easily accessible, and affordable platform that compares relative volume, visitor, trade area profiles, and geographic reach. No one else is providing anything like it with such precision," said Andy Moncla, President at B I Spatial.
About B.I. Spatial
B I Spatial brings 30+ years of expertise in the spatial Business Intelligence arena and nearly a decade within Mobile Analytics arena across a variety of industry segments including Retail, Restaurants (QSR & Full Service), Grocery, Banking, Education, and Hospitality. Learn more here: https://www.bispatial.com/
About Near
Near, a global SaaS leader in privacy-led data intelligence, curates the world's largest source of intelligence on people, places, and products. Near processes data from over 1.6 billion unique user IDs, in 70M+ places across 44 countries to empower marketing and operational data leaders to confidently reach, understand, and market to consumers and optimize their business results. With offices in Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, Paris, Bangalore, Singapore, Sydney and Tokyo, Near serves major enterprises in retail, real estate, restaurants, tourism, technology, marketing, and other industries. For more information, please visit https://near.com
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KOKOMO, Ind., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
- Joint venture to build electric-vehicle battery plant in Kokomo, Indiana, U.S. to support Stellantis' North America electrification ambitions outlined in Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan
- Plant targeted to start in 2025 and create 1,400 new jobs
- Facility to have an initial annual production capacity of 23 gigawatt-hours with an aim to increase up to 33 gigawatt-hours
Stellantis N.V. and Samsung SDI today announced that they have executed binding, definitive agreements to establish an electric-vehicle battery manufacturing facility in Kokomo, Indiana. Targeted to start in 2025, the plant aims to have an initial annual production capacity of 23 gigawatt-hours (GWh), with an aim to increase to 33 GWh in the next few years. The total capacity would increase further as demand for Stellantis electric vehicles is expected to rise.
The joint venture company will invest more than $2.5 billion (€2.3 billion) and create 1,400 new jobs in Kokomo and the surrounding areas. The investment could gradually increase up to $3.1 billion (€2.9 billion). The new facility will supply battery modules for a range of vehicles produced at Stellantis' North America assembly plants. Plant construction activities are scheduled to begin later this year with production operations planned to launch in the first quarter of 2025.
"Just under one year ago, we committed to an aggressive electrification strategy anchored by five gigafactories between Europe and North America," said Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis. "Today's announcement further solidifies our global battery production footprint and demonstrates Stellantis' drive toward a decarbonized future as outlined in Dare Forward 2030. I am grateful to Governor Holcomb and Secretary Chambers along with Mayor Moore and their teams, as well as to all my colleagues for their support and dedication to bring this operation to Kokomo, a city that holds a rich and long history for our company."
"We express our gratitude toward officials from the state of Indiana and Stellantis for supporting the final selection of the plant site in Indiana," said Yoon-Ho Choi, chief executive officer of Samsung SDI. "We have secured a solid foothold in a rapidly growing North America EV market through the joint venture with Stellantis. We will make sincere efforts to bring satisfaction to the market with top-class quality products in the future, and we will contribute toward meeting the climate change target."
"It's another incredibly exciting day to be back in Kokomo celebrating such a transformational investment from Stellantis and our new partners at Samsung," said Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb. "Today's announcement is another step toward positioning Indiana as a leader in the future of mobility, battery technology and clean energy."
"Our goals for the growth of Indiana's economy are ambitious," said Brad Chambers, secretary of commerce for Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC). "This significant venture with Stellantis and Samsung SDI is squarely in line with our 5E focus on the energy transition and building an economy of the future. Large-scale investments like this are a testament to Indiana's business-friendly climate, its strong workforce, a growing population and our continued investment in quality of life. The economic growth and momentum in our state this year is unprecedented."
"We would like to thank our partner, Stellantis, for its continued investment, support and faith in this community for over 85 years," said Tyler Moore, mayor of Kokomo. "We would also like to thank Samsung SDI for its confidence in us and look forward to working together for the decades to come. This multibillion-dollar investment will help solidify Kokomo as a global leader in automotive manufacturing."
At the Indiana factory, Samsung SDI will be apply its cutting-edge technology PRiMX to produce EV battery cells and modules for the North America market. Last year, Samsung launched its premium battery technology brand PRiMX as an industry first and unveiled the brand at CES 2022 in January.
As part of the Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan, Stellantis announced plans to have global annual battery-electric vehicle sales of 5 million vehicles by 2030, reaching 100% of passenger car BEV sales mix in Europe and 50% passenger car and light-duty truck BEV sales mix in North America. Stellantis also increased planned battery capacity by 140 GWh to approximately 400 GWh, to be supported by five battery manufacturing plants together with additional supply contracts. This announcement is part of the long-term electrification strategy to invest $35 billion USD (€30 billion) through 2025 in electrification and software globally.
The closing is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.
Stellantis
Stellantis N.V. (NYSE / MTA / Euronext Paris: STLA) is one of the world's leading automakers and a mobility provider. Its storied and iconic brands embody the passion of their visionary founders and today's customers in their innovative products and services, including Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move and Leasys. Powered by our diversity, we lead the way the world moves – aspiring to become the greatest sustainable mobility tech company, not the biggest, while creating added value for all stakeholders as well as the communities in which it operates. For more information, visit www.stellantis.com.
Samsung SDI
Samsung SDI is a manufacturer of rechargeable batteries for the IT industry, automobiles and energy storage systems (ESS), as well as cutting-edge materials used to produce semiconductors and displays. Our executive managers and staff members focus efforts to develop the next generation's growth drivers in order to secure Samsung SDI's place as a creative leader in the energy and cutting-edge materials industry.
IEDC
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) is charged with growing the state economy, driving economic development, and helping businesses launch, grow and locate in the state. Led by Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers, @SecChambersIN, and governed by a 15-member board chaired by Governor Eric J. Holcomb, @GovHolcomb, the IEDC manages many initiatives, including performance-based tax credits, workforce training grants, innovation and entrepreneurship resources, public infrastructure assistance, and talent attraction and retention efforts. For more information about the IEDC, visit iedc.in.gov.
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Actual results may differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including: the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ability of Stellantis to launch new products successfully and to maintain vehicle shipment volumes; changes in the global financial markets, general economic environment and changes in demand for automotive products, which is subject to cyclicality; changes in local economic and political conditions, changes in trade policy and the imposition of global and regional tariffs or tariffs targeted to the automotive industry, the enactment of tax reforms or other changes in tax laws and regulations; Stellantis' ability to expand certain of their brands globally; its ability to offer innovative, attractive products; its ability to develop, manufacture and sell vehicles with advanced features including enhanced electrification, connectivity and autonomous-driving characteristics; various types of claims, lawsuits, governmental investigations and other contingencies, including product liability and warranty claims and environmental claims, investigations and lawsuits; material operating expenditures in relation to compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations; the intense level of competition in the automotive industry, which may increase due to consolidation; exposure to shortfalls in the funding of Stellantis' defined benefit pension plans; the ability to provide or arrange for access to adequate financing for dealers and retail customers and associated risks related to the establishment and operations of financial services companies; the ability to access funding to execute Stellantis' business plans and improve its businesses, financial condition and results of operations; a significant malfunction, disruption or security breach compromising information technology systems or the electronic control systems contained in Stellantis' vehicles; Stellantis' ability to realize anticipated benefits from joint venture arrangements; disruptions arising from political, social and economic instability; risks associated with our relationships with employees, dealers and suppliers; increases in costs, disruptions of supply or shortages of raw materials, parts, components and systems used in Stellantis' vehicles; developments in labor and industrial relations and developments in applicable labor laws; exchange rate fluctuations, interest rate changes, credit risk and other market risks; political and civil unrest; earthquakes or other disasters; and other risks and uncertainties.
Any forward-looking statements contained in this communication speak only as of the date of this document and Stellantis disclaims any obligation to update or revise publicly forward-looking statements. Further information concerning Stellantis and its businesses, including factors that could materially affect Stellantis' financial results, is included in Stellantis' reports and filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and AFM.
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AARP Has Led The Charge to Lower Prescription Prices
WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than 60 years, AARP has been fighting to help make prescription drugs more affordable for older Americans. With the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act, a historic new law will finally bring significant relief from high drug prices. This month, the AARP Bulletin cover story guides readers through how the legislation will help older Americans.
"This is a commonsense approach that people across the political spectrum support," notes AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins in the piece. "In fact, the only opposition for all these years has been from big drug companies. What's more, the law will provide older Americans with peace of mind, knowing that the drugs they need to stay healthy – and, often, to stay alive – won't impoverish them."
The cover story goes into detail about everything readers need to know regarding the new law:
- When seniors can expect the new pricing law to take effect;
- What exactly it means for Medicare to be able to negotiate drug prices;
- A comparison of the skyrocketing prices of prescription drugs to everyday goods;
- How AARP has led the charge in lowering prescription prices;
- And much more.
PLUS: The Teen Mental Health Crisis and How Parents and Grandparents Can Help:
Professionals are sounding the alarm about teen mental health. Rates of loneliness, depression and attempted suicide among teenagers are higher than ever before in modern American history. To help parents and grandparents support their young loved ones, AARP Bulletin offers the insights of dozens of health professionals, counselors, educators and doctors that will offer much-needed tips – and hope.
Read about how social media, which can be mental health lifelines for isolated teens, can also facilitate bullying and harassment; mental health support systems like counseling are nowhere near the levels they need to be to tackle this crisis; school shootings and similar events are leaving children with fewer places where they can feel safe; and more.
Also, receive important tips from the professionals in the field about the ways you can have an honest discussion with your teenager about phone use, social media, and mutual trust. This month, discover the actions you can take to help them feel safe and supported.
Also in this month's issue:
Your Money
- Where Products Are Free: Diverse online exchanges are emerging across America where people give away or receive quality secondhand (and in some cases, new) clothes, appliances, household gear and more. Online sites like Craigslist, Freecycle, and OfferUp are proving crucial to many who have become financially pinched by inflation. Find out how these sites operate, what you might find there, and how to make sure you are dealing with a legitimate offer and staying safe and secure.
- Four Late-Life Money Options: We all know that healthcare and living costs often surge in the final few years of life. But how do you prepare for that time so you can afford good care and not be a burden on others? Money pros detail the range of financial products and approaches, and detail the benefits and drawbacks of each, from annuities to long-term care insurance to reverse mortgages to life-insurance drawdowns.
Your Health
- Jaw-Dropping Breakthroughs: Here's a shocking fact: According to the CDC, one quarter of adults 65 or older have eight or fewer teeth. And most of us will have lost at least a few as we approach Medicare age. But thanks to modern advances in dentistry, many tooth replacement options are now available that are huge step forward from the partials and dentures of the past. Read this month's issue of "Your Health" to learn about the newest forms of tooth implants and what to do if you cannot afford a dentist.
Your Life
- Q&A with Neil DeGrasse Tyson: Neil DeGrasse Tyson lets readers in on his journey as an astrophysicist as he approaches his 65th year around the sun. Tyson, author of the new book Starry Messenger, shares why a sense of wonder about the universe is so important, particularly in challenging times like now. What does he think about wealthy private individuals getting into space technology? Why doesn't he think humans will step on the face of Mars in the next 20 years? And what does Carl Sagan's legacy mean to him? Learn all this and more in this month's Q&A
About AARP
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org, www.aarp.org/espanol or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspanol and @AARPadvocates, @AliadosAdelante on social media.
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NEW DELHI, India (AP) — Tensions were high Wednesday in the western Indian city of Udaipur, a day after police arrested two Muslim men accused of slitting a Hindu tailor’s throat and posting a video of it on social media, in a brutal attack representing a dramatic escalation of communal violence in a country riven by deep religious polarization.
The killing comes after months of rising tensions between Hindus and Muslims, and has raised fears it will spark increased violence.
Authorities suspended internet services in the city and surrounding Rajasthan state in an attempt to prevent the gruesome video from being shared, while rushing additional police to Udaipur and banning large gatherings in an attempt to prevent religious unrest from escalating. In New Delhi, a few dozen people associated with right-wing groups demonstrated against the killing and demanded the culprits be hanged.
In recent months, there have been a spate of attacks by Hindu nationalists on minority groups — especially Muslims — who have been targeted for everything from their food and clothing style to interfaith marriages. Muslim homes have also been demolished using bulldozers in some Indian states, in what critics call a growing pattern of “bulldozer justice” against the minority group.
The animosity worsened in May when two spokespeople from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party made speculative remarks that were seen as insulting Islam’s Prophet Muhammad and his wife Aisha. Both were later suspended by Modi’s party.
The tailor who was slain on Tuesday, identified as 48-year-old Kanhaiya Lal, had reportedly shared a social media post supporting one of the spokespeople who were suspended for the Prophet Muhammad remarks, according to local media.
The two men who were arrested a few hours after the attack, identified as local Udaipur residents Gos Mohammad and Riyaz Akhtari, posted a second video of themselves in the aftermath of the killing, accusing Lal of blasphemy and threatening to kill Modi in the same way, smiling as they sat on a couch, brandishing long blood-covered knives.
In the video of the attack itself, one of the assailants can be seen being measured by the tailor, while the other one films.
The man being measured then attacks Lal with a knife, stabbing at him as the tailor desperately tries to fend him off with his hands. The man filming then apparently drops his phone and joins the attack, and Lal can be heard screaming for help as he is killed.
Police later said the men slit Lal’s throat, and television reports aired footage of the tailor’s bloody body on the ground.
Despite pleas from the police, both videos were still circulating on social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook a day later.
Experts worry that the latest incident could worsen India’s religious fault lines that critics say have deepened since Hindu-nationalist Modi came to power in 2014.
The divisions were exacerbated by the remarks by his party’s spokespeople about the Prophet Muhammad in May, which also led to a severe diplomatic backlash for Hindu-majority India from many Muslim-dominated countries.
“This gruesome incident could lead to escalated religious tensions across India, especially with the ruling party espousing a very strident Hindu majoritarian cause,” said Sushant Singh, a senior fellow at the Centre for Policy Research, a public policy think tank.
“It is unlikely that this government or leadership would go out of its way to tell supporters to not get provoked, to urge for calm and peace,” he said.
Attacks on people accused of alleged blasphemy are common in neighboring Muslim-majority countries like Bangladesh and Pakistan. But in India, where religious tensions often boil over into sporadic riots and deadly protests, incidents of brutal killings of this nature are rare.
In May, a Hindu man in the southern city of Hyderabad was stabbed to death in public by his Muslim wife’s relatives. Last year, a Muslim man was beheaded by members of a vigilante group on orders of his girlfriend’s Hindu family because they didn’t approve of their interfaith marriage. In Rajasthan state in 2017, a Hindu man brutally killed a Muslim laborer and shared a video of the victim being hacked to death and then set on fire.
It was not clear whether the two alleged killers of the tailor had links to any terrorist organization, but India’s Home Ministry has dispatched a team from its anti-terror agency to Rajasthan to investigate. So far, the state police have not charged the two arrested men with terrorism.
Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, a key Muslim body, condemned the killing in a statement and called it “barbaric.”
“There is no room for justification of violence in Islam,” it said.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot promised a speedy investigation into Lal’s killing.
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SKÅNES FAGERHULT, Sweden, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Concentric AB has received a new development contract to supply electric coolant pumps for a fuel cell application. The customer, a global truck, bus and construction OEM, will use our e-pumps for cooling the fuel cells on a range of vehicles.
Fuel cells will be one of the key technology enablers for zero emissions on-highway vehicles and off-highway machines. Fuel cells give similar power density to internal combustion engines and as such will be suitable for high power and long range applications.
The electric coolant pump has the following key benefits:
- Enables the use of high voltage supply, eliminating the need for a low voltage DC converter;
- Robust design which includes a wet rotor eliminating the possibility of a dynamic seal failure;
- Long service life aided by liquid cooled electronics and DC brushless design giving service life >50,000 hours;
- Integrated diagnostics and utilising sensors for temperature and pressure; and
- Compact and low noise characteristics.
Cooling fuel cells requires the use of special coolants, which are aggressive to many metals. Concentric's engineers have developed the e-pump to be able to pump these special fluids without reducing the durability of the product or service life.
Martin Kunz, President and CEO of Concentric AB commented: "This new agreement is another innovation milestone in the development of Concentric's e-pumps. We already supply e-pumps to many global OEMs for their hybrid and battery electric vehicles, this important contract will enable the development of a high voltage pump in the expected growth area of fuel cells."
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Cybersecurity Thought Leader and Guru Daniel Tobok, Re-Enters the Game and Acquires CYPFER
TORONTO, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - CYPFER headquarters announced it has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by Toronto/Miami-based cybersecurity pioneer, innovator, and entrepreneur Daniel Tobok. Upon completion of the transaction, CYPFER will continue to be a privately held company as it enters the ring of battle against cyber-crime.
Jason Kotler, Founder and President of CYPFER, said, "this transaction will deliver substantial growth and expansion of our service offerings; it's an opportune path forward for CYPFER's team to become a global emergency response leader."
"Daniel Tobok is one of the industry's top leaders and a cybersecurity veteran with an unbeatable ability to combine threat, business intelligence, reputation and result driven mindset to deliver innovation in the time of a global digital pandemic. Under Daniel's leadership, CYPFER is bound to continue and surpass our expectations on all fronts, while focusing on delivering the professional response services that our clients and partners have come to expect and demand," continues Kotler.
"I am excited to continue in my role as President, leading and growing our cyber-extortion and ransomware response advisory services, and collaborating alongside Daniel and our first-rate team to propel CYPFER forward," says Kotler.
"Cyber-Crime has become rampant, truly a digital pandemic where everyone is a potential victim," says Daniel Tobok. "With its global reputation, CYPFER's first responders are perfectly positioned to become the premier global emergency response leader; mitigating the costs of recovery and post-breach remediation as they currently hinder businesses financially, and unapologetically," says Tobok.
And timing couldn't be brighter for Tobok, in light of President Joe Biden signing the Better Cybercrime Metrics Act into law.
The measure, which received bipartisan Congressional support, represents the latest step by the U.S. Federal Government to help fortify various aspects of the country's cyber defenses. The new law establishes requirements to improve the collection of data related to cybercrime and cyber-enabled crime. The new law comes in the midst of rising concerns and warnings about increased cyberattacks by Russia in response to the U.S.' support of Ukraine.
CYPFER is reimagining cybersecurity.
According to CYPFER's corporate website, the company's leadership looks to reinvent and elevate the net result for customers, taking into account first, the incalculable financial risk to a company under a cyber-attack. The website cites 'Ransomware's true intrinsic cost is established by accounting for total downtime of the company, executive, leadership and operation. In addition to the amount of time required to recover, damages sustained reputationally and opportunity loss due to loss of confidence among staff, clients, customers, suppliers, partners or industry participants; CYPFER is committed to both edifying these financial risks and equally minimizing them.'
Tobok plans to publish a proprietary approach that will embody the 'futurization of cybersecurity and intelligence' creating a new standard fused with comprehensive and innovative methodologies to help companies optimally respond to cyber-attacks.
"Operational disruption and financial fractures are intolerable realities for companies caused by cyber-threats and attacks. Shareholder values, stakeholders, staff, employees and customers are all impacted by these unavoidable threats. The only response must be swift, smart and scientific measuring minutes and not taking hours, days or weeks. Our business plan for CYPFER is to be optimally responsive and immensely agile so to complement the existing network of extensive compliance and regulatory processes that demonstrate depth of expertise, unwavering effectiveness and ultimate resolve achieved through a collaborative process that is free of friction and compromise and rich with expertise that is committed to our clients' desired net result," concludes Tobok.
Under the terms of the agreement, the acquisition details were not disclosed.
CYPFER is a global market leader in cyber-extortion and ransomware post-breach remediation and cyber-attack first response. CYPFER's service portfolio includes:
- Cyber-Attack First Response & Recovery;
- Advisory;
- Cyber Resilience;
- Digital Executive Protection;
- Ransomware Recovery.
The company provides 24/7 service to businesses, organizations, and governments any time on a global scale. CYPFER combines deep experience in structured, exceptionally creative and threat intelligence enriched negotiation techniques to deliver results that far surpass market statistics for cyber-extortion and ransomware events. CYPFER's team of cybersecurity professionals works with prominent global insurance carriers, leading law firms and Fortune 1000 organizations.
CYPFER's clients are diverse and include SMB and publicly traded businesses from all sectors including financial, manufacturing, distribution & logistics, legal, insurance, professional services, educational institutions, research facilities, healthcare, governments, public infrastructure, and not-for-profits.
Founded in 2019, CYPFER is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The company employs 40+ individuals and has immediate plans for 30 new hires in Q3, 2022. Short-term plans for CYPFER include adding leading-edge technologies and infrastructure to serve markets in the U.S.A., Canada, Caribbean, South America, and Europe.
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White House says internet providers to discount fee for poor
By AAMER MADHANI
Associated Press
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — The Biden administration announced on Monday that 20 internet companies have agreed to provide discounted service to low-income Americans, a program that could effectively make tens of millions of households eligible for free service through an already existing federal subsidy.
The $1 trillion infrastructure package passed by Congress last year included $14.2 billion funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which provides $30 monthly subsidies ($75 in tribal areas) on internet service for millions of lower-income households.
With the new commitment from the internet providers, some 48 million households will be eligible for $30 monthly plans for 100 megabits per second, or higher speed, service — making internet service fully paid for with the government subsidy if they sign up with one of the providers participating in the program.
Biden, during his White House run and the push for the infrastructure bill, made expanding high-speed internet access in rural and low-income areas a priority. He has repeatedly spoken out about low-income families that struggled finding reliable wi-fi, so their children could take part in remote schooling and complete homework assignments early in the coronavirus pandemic.
“If we didn’t know it before, we know now: High-speed internet is essential,” the Democratic president said during a White House event last month honoring the National Teacher of the Year.
The 20 internet companies that have agreed to lower their rates for eligible consumers provide service in areas where 80% of the U.S. population, including 50% of the rural population, live, according to the White House. Participating companies that offer service on tribal lands are providing $75 rates in those areas, the equivalent of the federal government subsidy in those areas.
Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday were set to meet with telecom executives, members of Congress and others to spotlight the effort to improve access to high-speed internet for low-income households.
The providers are Allo Communications, AltaFiber (and Hawaiian Telecom), Altice USA (Optimum and Suddenlink), Astound, AT&T, Breezeline, Comcast, Comporium, Frontier, IdeaTek, Cox Communications, Jackson Energy Authority, MediaCom, MLGC, Spectrum (Charter Communications), Starry, Verizon (Fios only), Vermont Telephone Co., Vexus Fiber and Wow! Internet, Cable, and TV.
American households are eligible for subsidies through the Affordable Connectivity Program if their income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, or if a member of their family participates in one of several programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) and Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/09/white-house-says-internet-providers-to-discount-fee-for-poor/ | 2022-05-09T13:07:58Z |
Man posed as health inspector to steal from restaurants, police say
LAS VEGAS (KVVU/Gray News) – Police in Las Vegas are looking for a man who they say posed as a health inspector in order to steal from restaurants last month.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department said the man stole from two fast-food restaurants on July 3.
Authorities said that in both cases, the suspect entered the businesses claiming to be a health inspector and convinced the employees to open the safes. After taking money from the safe, the suspect fled the area, Las Vegas police say.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has any information is asked to contact the police department’s Spring Valley Patrol Investigations at 702-828-2639 or by email at SVACPD@lvmpd.com. To remain anonymous, contact CrimeStoppers by phone a702-385-5555 or on online at www.crimestoppersofnv.com.
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CEDARHURST, N.Y., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The securities litigation law firm of Kuznicki Law PLLC issues this alert to shareholders of Teladoc Health, Inc. (NYSE: TDOC), if they purchased the Company's securities between October 28, 2021 and April 27, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). Shareholders have until August 5, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in the securities class action lawsuit.
Shareholders are encouraged to contact us at https://kclasslaw.com/cases/securities/nyse-tdoc/, by calling toll-free at 1-833-835-1495 or by email (dk@kclasslaw.com).
Kuznicki Law PLLC is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a Company lead to artificial inflation of the Company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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The treasure hunt style social media sweepstakes invites fans to share photos and videos of the limited-time golden lid salsa packaging for a chance to win
PHOENIX, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh Cravings, the family-owned, Arizona-based snacking brand offering chilled salsas, hummus, plant-based and creamy dips, announced a new rendition of its 'Find The Golden Lid' Sweepstakes, this time for its salsa. The brand is again giving away a total of $20,000 in cash prizes, after first launching the sweepstakes in March with Fresh Cravings Hummus. For a limited time, fans of this refrigerated salsa are encouraged to 'Crave Goodness' by treasure hunting for a container of Fresh Cravings Salsa that dons a golden lid, rather than its traditional black packaging. Golden lid packaging may appear at any retailer where Fresh Cravings Salsa is available. To locate a retailer near you which carries Fresh Cravings, visit www.freshcravings.com/where-to-buy/.
Once an eligible Fresh Cravings Salsa has been located, participants are asked to share a picture or video of the salsa with the golden lid on their Instagram feed, using the hashtag #FindTheGoldenLid and #FCSweepstakes, and tagging @FreshCravingsSalsa for a chance to win a cash prize through Sept. 2. During this four-week long sweepstakes, each week, ten winners will be randomly selected to receive $500, and one lucky grand prize winner will receive $5,000.
"We continuously strive for new ways to bring joy to our Fresh Cravings fans," said Jay Whitney, chief marketing officer and co-founder of FoodStory Brands. "When we first ran this treasure-hunt style sweepstakes with our hummus, we were thrilled with the overwhelming response and excitement that it received. With this new one focused on salsa, we hope finding a golden lid will make their shopping trip even more enjoyable and show our appreciation for their continued support."
Fresh Cravings Salsa is sold chilled in the produce section in a variety of flavors such as Chunky, Restaurant Style, and Pico de Gallo Salsa. All Fresh Cravings Salsas are made with high-quality ingredients, including vine-ripened tomatoes, crisp onions, zesty peppers, and spices. Pico De Gallo Salsa, for example, blends Roma tomatoes, crisp vegetables, and flavorful spices into a unique dip that offers both the sauciness of salsa and the larger veggie chunks used in traditional Pico de Gallo.
For more information on the Find the Golden Lid Sweepstakes and how to enter, visit www.freshcravings.com/find-golden-lid
About Fresh Cravings®
At Fresh Cravings, we believe snacking should begin with high-quality ingredients and bold flavors worth celebrating. That is why we create elevated recipes for authentic-tasting chilled salsas and flavor-filled hummus, along with unique plant-based vegan dips and veggie-packed creamy dips that are sure to satisfy any craving. Our refrigerated salsas are a vibrant alternative to the soft, dull blends of jarred salsa and are made with vine-ripened tomatoes and crisp vegetables that are never cooked or pasteurized. According to SPINS data, Fresh Cravings Salsa is available to more US shoppers than any other branded refrigerated salsa. As the fastest growing brand of hummus, Fresh Cravings surpassed 40 other brands, in the past year, to become the 4th largest hummus brand in the US. It is the only hummus on the market made with Chilean Extra Virgin Olive Oil, which gives it a smooth taste and texture. Fresh Cravings Creamy Dips are a fresh take on traditional recipes thanks to new, unique flavor experiences created with a variety of vibrant vegetables and spices. Fresh Cravings Plant Based Dips use cashews and a variety of spices to offer reimagined vegan options of traditional dairy-based dips. Our dips consistently outperform the competition, on purchase intent and preference, in double-blind sensory testing. Fresh Cravings is part of FoodStory Brands, a family-owned Arizona-based company, which searches the world to bring thoughtfully curated and affordably priced food and beverage products to your table. For more information, visit: www.freshcravings.com or @FreshCravingsSalsa on Facebook and Instagram.
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Trump endorses Mehmet Oz in Pennsylvania Senate race
By Michael Warren and Sarah Fortinsky, CNN
Former President Donald Trump endorsed Dr. Mehmet Oz for US Senate on Saturday, just weeks before the contested Republican primary in Pennsylvania.
“This is all about winning elections in order to stop the Radical Left maniacs from destroying our Country,” Trump said in the statement endorsing the celebrity heart surgeon and television personality.
The endorsement came after months of behind-the-scenes jockeying by Oz and another leading candidate in Pennsylvania, Dave McCormick, a hedge fund executive. Both Oz and McCormick entered the primary after Trump’s first choice for the nomination, Sean Parnell, dropped out of the race late last year.
“The Great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has a tremendous opportunity to Save America by electing the brilliant and well-known Dr. Mehmet Oz for the United States Senate,” the endorsement read. “I have known Dr. Oz for many years, as have many others, even if only through his very successful television show. He has lived with us through the screen and has always been popular, respected and smart.”
Trump went on to say that he believes Oz will “be the one most able to win the General Election” and would perform well in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
Trump touted Oz’s education and his medical career in the endorsement. He also said of Oz, “He even said that I was in extraordinary health, which made me like him even more (although he also said I should lose a couple of pounds!).”
Former first lady Melania Trump reportedly preferred Oz to the other candidates, and in his statement, Trump said Oz would earn the support of women.
“Women in particular, are drawn to Dr. Oz for his advice and counsel,” said the former President on Saturday. “I have seen this many times over the years. They know him, believe in him, and trust him.”
Despite the longstanding relationship between Oz and the Trumps, there were signs that McCormick had an advantage to get the endorsement. His wife, Dina Powell McCormick, was a top national security aide for Trump in the White House. And a number of trusted Trump aides — including Hope Hicks and Stephen Miller — had signed on to help McCormick’s campaign.
Jeff Roe, a top Republican consultant working for McCormick, tweeted in response to the Trump endorsement that his client is “going to be the next Senator from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.”
And Parnell, who has endorsed McCormick, tweeted, “I’m disappointed by this. Oz is the antithesis of everything that made Trump the best president of my lifetime—he’s the farthest thing from America First & he’d be very bad for PA.”
According to the Washington Post, Trump met with McCormick earlier this week at Mar-a-Lago. The former President told the Post earlier this week that he would be making an endorsement in the race within about a week.
Oz, McCormick and other Republican candidates will face off on May 17 in a primary for the seat, which is held by retiring Republican Pat Toomey. Democrats will also have a competitive primary for the Senate seat, and the race will be one of the most high-profile, and likely one of the most expensive, of November’s midterm elections. It could represent Democrats’ best chance of picking up a GOP-held seat.
“The Republican Senate primary in Pennsylvania was already nasty, expensive and brutal,” said Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee spokesperson Patrick Burgwinkle. “Now Trump’s endorsement will only intensify this intra-party fight, just like it has in GOP Senate primaries across the country — leaving their ultimate nominee badly damaged and out of step with the voters who will decide the general election.”
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A national leader in data breach response services receives three awards at leading cybersecurity event
PORTLAND, Ore., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IDX, a leading privacy platform and data breach response provider, has been recognized at this year's Global InfoSec Awards as the winners of the Market Leader Digital Footprint Security, Editor's Choice Fraud Prevention, and Hot Company Incident Response categories.
The Global InfoSec Awards, hosted by Cyber Defense Magazine (CDM), the industry's leading electronic information security magazine, is an independent awards competition for all cybersecurity organizations operating in the U.S. and abroad. This year's tenth annual Global InfoSec Awards ceremony was held at the 2022 RSA Conference, one of the world's leading cybersecurity events.
"I am incredibly proud of the IDX team for their hard work and dedication to our mission to protect our clients' privacy and provide comprehensive solutions to those whose personal data has been compromised," said Tom Kelly, president and CEO of IDX. "These awards represent our team's continued efforts and innovative approaches to increased security and privacy, fraud prevention, and incident response plans for all organizations and individuals."
Judges from Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), and other certified security professionals voted on products and services presented by thousands of organizations to determine this year's winners of the Global InfoSec Awards.
"We searched the globe looking for cybersecurity innovators that could make a huge difference and potentially help turn the tide against the exponential growth in cybercrime. IDX is absolutely worthy of these coveted awards and consideration for deployment in your environment," said Yan Ross, editor of Cyber Defense Magazine.
You can find the list of all the winners and nominees for the tenth annual Global InfoSec Awards of 2022 here: http://www.cyberdefenseawards.com/
IDX is a proven partner in digital privacy protection. Thousands of organizations and over 40 million individuals trust IDX to protect sensitive personal information from the growing threat of cybercrime. As a leading provider of data breach response services, IDX serves both public and private sector clients as an unparalleled strategic partner in data protection. Visit www.idx.us for more information.
This is Cyber Defense Magazine's tenth year of honoring InfoSec innovators from around the globe. Our submission requirements are for any startup, early stage, later stage, or public companies in the INFORMATION SECURITY (INFOSEC) space who believe they have a unique and compelling value proposition for their product or service. Learn more at www.cyberdefenseawards.com
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KDHE awards community health grants
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has announced the recipients of the Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Community Grant.
In total, 19 recipients will cover 31 counties and over two million Kansans. The CDRR grant provides funding, training, and technical assistance to communities to address chronic disease risk reduction through strategies that impact tobacco use, physical activity, and nutrition.
This grant provides funding to communities across the state to assess their health data, address local priorities through policy, environment and systems change”, Janet Stanek, Secretary of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, said.
The 2023 CDRR Grantees and the counties they cover include:
- Thrive Allen County, Inc. (Allen County)
- Live Well Atchison County, Inc. (Atchison County)
- Barton County Health Department (Barton, Pawnee, Rice and Stafford Counties)
- Partnership for All Cherokee County (Cherokee County)
- Crawford County Health Department (Crawford County)
- Dickinson County Health Department (Dickinson County)
- Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department (Douglas County)
- Edwards County Economic Development Corporation (Edwards and Hodgeman Counties)
- LiveWell Finney County Health Coalition (Finney, Stanton and Scott Counties)
- Harvey County Health Department (Harvey County)
- Johnson County Department of Health and Environment (Johnson County)
- Crosswinds Counseling & Wellness (Lyon County)
- Miami County Health Department (Miami County)
- North Central-Mitchell County Medical Foundation (Mitchell, Ellsworth, Jewell, Lincoln, Ottawa, Republic and Smith Counties)
- Reno County Health Department (Reno County)
- Central Kansas Foundation (Saline County)
- Medical Society of Sedgwick County (Sedgwick County)
- Shawnee County Health Department (Shawnee County)
- Unified Government Public Health Department (Wyandotte County)
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WinWire Technologies, a Data-driven Digital Engineering company, announces the appointment of Katy Brown, VP of Enterprise Sales, Software & Digital Platforms, leading the National High-Tech Industry Vertical at Microsoft, to its Board of Directors.
Katy brings a wealth of industry knowledge, business acumen, and strategic thinking to WinWire's Board. Her extensive leadership experience in managing large-scale organizational transformation and successfully adopting innovative technologies will benefit WinWire.
"I am delighted to welcome Katy to our Board of Directors; her experience and insights will help the company innovate, execute, and grow," said Ashu Goel, CEO of WinWire. "Katy brings great energy, expertise, confidence, and first-hand knowledge of transforming high-performing global businesses. Her experience in driving significant business growth and expertise in building long-term partnerships will be invaluable as we build the story of our future."
Commenting on her recent appointment, Katy Brown said, "I am proud to join the Board of Directors at WinWire, and I look forward to being part of the transformative impact this company continues to drive for its customers and partners."
About WinWire
WinWire Technologies is a Data-driven Digital Engineering company that enables enterprises and software companies across Healthcare, Retail, Hi-Tech, and Manufacturing to navigate their digital transformation journey. WinWire helps its customers drive business growth and gain competitive advantage through innovative software solutions.
WinWire has extensive expertise across a range of digital technologies and delivers innovative solutions on Azure for App Modernization, Data/AI, and Security that helps clients harness business value.
As a Managed Gold-Certified and a global award-winning Microsoft Partner, WinWire is recognized as a cloud expert across the entire Microsoft ecosystem. Our record of leadership in exceptional technology solutions delivery and 'People First' culture makes WinWire your ideal technology service partner.
For more information, please visit www.winwire.com
About Katy Brown
Katy Brown is Vice President for Microsoft's Enterprise Sales - Software and Digital Platforms, leading the National High-Tech Industry Vertical, responsible for directing sales, services, and partner efforts.
A twenty-five-year Microsoft veteran, Katy has a proven track record for delivering strategic initiatives and sales programs to drive overall growth. Before her current role, Katy held the position of Regional Vice President for Northwest Region and previously the General Manager for the NorCal District. She also held the position of General Manager – US National Sales Excellence, where she led a world-class sales team, orchestrating breakthrough development on customer satisfaction, innovation on sales enablement tools, planning and processes, and the overall leadership of the Sales Excellence community.
In her pursuit of sales excellence and customer loyalty, Katy has been recognized with several awards for her sales achievement, management, and leadership.
A native of San Francisco, Katy has a B.S. in Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis. Her executive education includes IBM Advanced Business Institute and advanced leadership courses at Microsoft.
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STOCKHOLM, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, on June 30, 2022, the 2022 annual general meeting of Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company") was held. Below is a summary of the resolutions passed at the annual general meeting (all in accordance with the proposals presented in the notice to attend the meeting kept available at the Company's website www.ecowavepower.com).
The annual general meeting resolved:
- to adopt the profit and loss statement and balance sheet for the financial year 2021;
- that the Company's result should be carried forward in new account and that no dividend shall be paid for the financial year 2021;
- to grant the board members and the CEO of the Company discharge from liability for the financial year 2021;
- that the board of directors shall consist of five (5) ordinary members without deputy members for the period until the end of the next annual general meeting. Furthermore, it was resolved that a registered accounting firm should be elected as auditor;
- that the fees payable to the board of directors for the period until the end of the next annual general meeting shall amount to a total of SEK 900,000, out of which SEK 300,000 shall be paid to the chairman of the board of directors and SEK 200,000 to each of the ordinary members. It was further resolved that no board fee shall be paid to Inna Braverman;
- that the Company's auditor is to be paid in accordance with approved quotes and invoices;
- to re-elect Mats Andersson, Elias Jacobson, David Leb, and Inna Braverman and to new-elect Annath Abecassis as ordinary board members for the period until the end of next annual general meeting. The meeting also resolved to re-elect Mats Andersson as chairman of the board of directors until the end of next annual general meeting. Further, the auditing firm Ernst & Young was re-elected as auditor for the Company until the end of next annual general meeting. It was further noted that Nils Andreas Nyberg will continue as auditor-in-charge;
- an authorisation for the board of directors to increase the share capital in accordance with the board of directors' proposal from June 1, 2022;
- an authorisation for the board of directors to increase the share capital in the event of an impending takeover bid in accordance with the board of directors' proposal from June 1, 2022;
- changes to the articles of association regarding election of directors in accordance with the board of directors' proposal from June 1, 2022;
- changes to the terms regarding Warrant series 2020/2024:A entailing an extension of the time period during which the warrants may be used for subscription of new shares. The warrants may after the extension be exercised from June 26, 2024 until and including December 31, 2032; and
- changes to the terms regarding Warrant series 2020/2024:B entailing an extension of the time period during which the warrants may be used for subscription of new shares. The warrants may after the extension be exercised from June 26, 2024 until and including December 31, 2027.
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Inna Braverman, CEO
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About Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ)
Eco Wave Power is a leading onshore wave energy technology company that developed a patented, smart and cost-efficient technology for turning ocean and sea waves into green electricity. Eco Wave Power's mission is to assist in the fight against climate change by enabling commercial power production from the ocean and sea waves.
Eco Wave Power is recognized as a "Pioneering Technology" by the Israeli Ministry of Energy and was labelled as an "Efficient Solution" by the Solar Impulse Foundation. Eco Wave Power received funding from the European Union Regional Development Fund, Innovate UK and the European Commission's Horizon 2020 framework program. The Company has also received the "Global Climate Action Award" from the United Nations.
Eco Wave Power's American Depository Shares (WAVE) are traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market. More info: www.ecowavepower.com.
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Physical and Digital Worlds Collide as Retailer Celebrates Summer 2022 Collection
NEW YORK, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, Pacsun's SoHo flagship dawned a whole new look as the space was embellished in the brand's newly released Etoile Monogram Capsule pattern in celebration of the Summer 2022 collection.
Announced last month, Pacsun's Etoile Monogram Capsule is a fully gender fluid collection, inspired by the sand and sea of California's coastline, consisting of not only apparel, but lifestyle items and summer essentials in Aqua, Sand and Limone. The collection is even available for Pacsun's youngest consumer, Pacsun Kids, with renditions of styles in a vibrant orange.
The SoHo takeover comes after Pacsun made a splash through the figurative flooding of its storefront with a spectacular augmented reality video display produced by Misato Studio - Video Here.
To kick off IRL activities for consumers and guests, Pacsun hosted a livestream with runway model and content creator, Mathieu Simoneau, who gave a preview into the collection, store displays and decor. Mathieu also stars in the campaign, alongside Style Icon and Entrepreneur Emma Chamberlain. Throughout the month of May, store-goers can enjoy boardwalk-like entertainment, including branded claw machines, and more.
Along with the physical store components, the first-ever monogram takeover can be seen now on Pacsun's social media, as well as in the metaverse on PACWORLD with 3-D layered clothing launching this week and their newest rollout of the NFT series Pac Mall Rats.
"At Pacsun, we're always finding creative ways to interact with our consumers, keeping in mind how much they value both their physical and virtual identities," said Brieane Olson, President of Pacsun. "With our first-ever Etoile Monogram Capsule, we wanted to authentically engage our consumers and immerse them in the collection through different digital and physical touchpoints, showcasing the true intersection of fashion, technology, lifestyle and community."
About Pacsun
Pacsun is a leading specialty retailer offering a cross section of emerging brands and trending fashion through the lens of youth culture. Throughout the contemporary, streetwear and active lifestyle markets, Pacsun partners with the best brands to offer curated collections, rare and exclusive products, and creative collaborations on every level. Founded in 1980, Newport, CA. Curated in Los Angeles. Follow @pacsun on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and TikTok.
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Services for Raymonde Georgette Bentley, 94, of Temple will be 9 a.m. Tuesday in Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery.
Mrs. Bentley died Wednesday, July 13, in Temple.
She was born April 27, 1928, in Vernon, France to Robert Maurice Martin & Suzanne Georgette Huscenot. She was a homemaker, drycleaner, waitress and server. She owned Frenchie’s Lounge. She worked for Piccadilly. She was a Catholic. She married John Bentley in 2000.
She was preceded in death by her husband; and two daughters, Genevieve Ceman and Margaret Moffitt.
Survivors include two daughters, Jaqueline Hardin of Belton and Marie Perkins of Temple; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Monday at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. | https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_8877ce44-054e-11ed-ae2c-a35265197210.html | 2022-07-17T07:54:55Z |
GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To reduce natural resource usage and its trucks' environmental impact, Renault Trucks is taking steps to transitioning its industrial operations to a circular-economy approach. Renault Trucks' Used Parts Factory is the logical next step after the used trucks repurposing and remanufacturing operations conducted respectively in its Used Trucks Factory in Bourg-en-Bresse and its plant in Limoges. At this industrial facility located in Vénissieux, the brand's trucks will be dismantled, and their parts reused.
Over the past five years, Renault Trucks has invested in the circular economy, applying a three-pronged approach that consists in regenerating, repurposing and recycling used trucks.
Renault Trucks is conducting numerous initiatives to extend the lifetime of the vehicles it sells. For example, used trucks are remanufactured according to strict industrial processes at the Used Trucks Factory, vehicles are updated with the latest technologies in the reconditioning centre in Lyon, and there are also used special-series models for sale.
Pushing on with its plan, the manufacturer has announced the creation of its Used Parts Factory, an industrial site devoted entirely to recycling trucks and reusing the parts and raw materials recovered from them. The initiative was backed by a preliminary feasibility study conducted in 2020 by Renault Trucks in tandem with the specialist Indra Automobile Recycling and ADEME, the French Environment and Energy Management Agency.
The Used Parts Factory recycles end-of-life trucks
Renault Trucks, which has announced its plans to recycle end-of-life trucks and reuse their spare parts, is opening a dedicated plant in the heart of its manufacturing facility in Lyon-Vénissieux. This 3,000m2 plant, built as close as possible to the logistics centre, will handle used Renault Trucks vehicles with high mileages, along with some parts that still have substantial potential for reuse. Renault Trucks vehicles and their components are in fact designed to last for over 1.5 million kilometres.
End-of-life Renault Trucks will enter the Used Parts Factory to be dismantled. Operators will remove the components previously identified as suitable for reuse (engine, gearbox, cabin, fuel tank, bumpers, deflectors, etc.).
Once the parts intended for reuse have been removed, the other components will be recycled. The rails, for example, will be cut up then sent to the nearby foundry. The metal extracted from the parts will be used to manufacture a new vehicle.
The components intended for re-use will then be checked, cleaned and labelled for listing and traceability purposes. These used spare parts will then be sent to the nearby Renault Trucks spare parts store, just like new spare parts.
Used Parts by Renault Trucks: a manufacturer's offering of used spare parts
Like new spare parts, the used spare parts marketed under the label "Used Parts by Renault Trucks" will be made available to dealers on the manufacturer's online spare parts marketplace. These used spare parts will be covered by a manufacturer's warranty and their cost will be significantly lower compared to new spare parts.
Regarding used parts for its old vehicle ranges, Renault Trucks is continuing to work with Indra Automobile Recycling and will offer its dealership network a range of parts obtained through dismantling operations carried out by the recycling specialist.
With this new offer, Renault Trucks is continuing its progression towards carbon neutrality. It is also addressing the shortage of components and raw materials that is impacting the industry as a whole.
About Renault Trucks
Building on the legacy of more than a century of French truck know-how, Renault Trucks supplies transport professionals with a range of vehicles (from 3.1 to 60 T) and services adapted to the segments of distribution, construction and long distance. Renault Trucks vehicles are sturdy and reliable with low fuel consumption that enables them to deliver greater productivity and control operating costs. Renault Trucks distributes and maintains its vehicles through a network of more than 1,500 service points around the world. The design and assembly of Renault Trucks vehicles, as well as the production of most of the components, are carried out in France.
Renault Trucks is part of the Volvo Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of trucks, coaches, buses, construction machines, and industrial and marine engines. The group also offers complete financing and service solutions. The Volvo Group employs around 95,000 people, has production plants in 19 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets. In 2021, Volvo group sales amounted to 34 billion euros (372 billion Swedish crowns). The Volvo Group is a listed company with registered offices in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo shares are listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm Stock Exchange.
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- Hyundai IONIQ 5 Finishes in Second Place in the Compact SUV Segment
- Hyundai Sonata Finishes in Second Place in the Midsize Car Segment
- Hyundai Tucson Finishes in Third Place in the Compact SUV Segment
- Hyundai Accent Finishes in Third Place in the Small Car Segment
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- J.D. Power today designated the Hyundai Palisade and Santa Cruz as the most appealing vehicles in their segments in the 2022 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) StudySM. The Palisade earned the top score in the Upper Midsize SUV segment, while Santa Cruz took the top spot in the Midsize Pickup segment. Additional vehicles in Hyundai's lineup performed well, with IONIQ 5 and Sonata both finishing second in their respective segments, while Tucson and Accent were third.
"We are thrilled with the recognition of Santa Cruz and Palisade in this year's J.D. Power APEAL Study," said Olabisi Boyle, vice president, product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North America. "The Palisade and Santa Cruz both have on-road presence, upscale interiors, human-focused technology, and advanced Hyundai SmartSense Safety features. This recognition is the result of our organization-wide commitment to delivering vehicles that exceed the expectations of our customers."
Study Highlights:
- The 2022 U.S. APEAL Study, now in its 27th year, is based on responses from 84,165 purchasers and lessees of new 2022 model-year vehicles who were surveyed early in the ownership period.
- The study asks vehicle owners to consider 37 attributes 90 days after the vehicle purchase, ranging from the power they feel when they step on the accelerator to the sense of comfort when climbing into the driver's seat. J.D. Power then aggregates the responses to generate an overall APEAL score on a 1,000-point scale.
- The study was fielded from February through May 2022.
About J.D. Power
J.D. Power is a global leader in consumer insights, advisory services and data and analytics. A pioneer in the use of big data, artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic modeling capabilities to understand consumer behavior, J.D. Power has been delivering incisive industry intelligence on customer interactions with brands and products for more than 50 years. The world's leading businesses across major industries rely on J.D. Power to guide their customer-facing strategies.
J.D. Power has offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. To learn more about the company's business offerings, visit JDPower.com/business. The J.D. Power auto shopping tool can be found at JDPower.com.
Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America focuses on 'Progress for Humanity' and smart mobility solutions. Hyundai offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles. Our 820 dealers sold more than 738,000 vehicles in the U.S. in 2021, and nearly half were built at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama. For more information, visit www.HyundaiNews.com.
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Los Angeles City Council Opposition Resolution to be Introduced
LOS ANGELES, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of Los Angeles Drug & Alcohol Policy Alliance (L.A. DAPA), California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA) and Alcohol Justice will be joined by Los Angeles City Council Members led by Councilmember Paul Koretz at a City Hall rally to oppose California SB 930. The "gut & amend" bill, authored by Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) and Assembly Member Mark Haney (D-San Francisco) is the 5th attempt since 2013 to disrupt the protections of California's statewide uniform last call.
What: Rally / Media Event
When: Wednesday, July 27, 2022 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Where: 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (1st Street Steps)
Who:
- Cruz Avila, Executive Director, Alcohol Justice
- Paul Koretz, Los Angeles City Council, District 5
- Richard Zaldivar, The Wall Las Memorias Project
- Dr. Marielle Reataza, Executive Director, National Asian Pacific American Families Against Substance Abuse (NAPAFASA)
- Aracely Ocampo, California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA)
- Ruben Rodriguez, Pueblo y Salud, L.A. DAPA
- Alec Foster, Women Against Gun Violence (WAGV)
- Jorge Diaz, HIV Prevention Activist
- Janis Reid, Board Member, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Network of Southern California
Why: SB 930 would allow closing times for on-sale retailers to be extended from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. as part of a dangerous "pilot program." The experiment would take place in 7 cities: San Francisco, Oakland, West Hollywood, Fresno, Cathedral City, Coachella, and Palm Springs.
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), California currently suffers more annual alcohol-related harm than any other state: over 11,000 alcohol-related deaths, $35 billion in total costs, $18.5 billion in state costs. The CDC also identifies maintaining existing last call times as one of the 10 key policies for reducing the harms from reckless drinking and from alcohol-related motor vehicle deaths.
California taxpayers do not need to pay for additional public health and safety harms that will follow (especially in low-income communities of color) extending last call to profit the nightlife industry.
Why it matters to Los Angeles: There is no local control when it comes to alcohol because danger doesn't stay in the district where the drinking occurs. If this bill becomes law, Los Angeles will be surrounded by late night drinkers -- drivers traveling drunk back through the district in the early morning commute hours.
Quick Facts – SB 930:
- Is a poorly conceived and inadequately funded pilot project
- Strips away uniform protections of 2 a.m. last call
- Costs the state at least $3-4 million per year to administer, mitigate the harm, and clean the blood off the highway; costs cities and towns in "Splash Zones" millions more
- Disregards 40 years of peer-reviewed, public health research on the dangers of extending last call
- Ignores the existing annual catastrophe of alcohol-related harm in California
- Uses the false narrative of COVID economic recovery to subsidize and reward late-night alcohol-sellers at government and tax-payer expense
Alcohol Justice encourages the public to TAKE ACTION to STOP SB 930: Text JUSTICE to 313131 or visit: https://alcoholjustice.org/take-action/stop-sb-930-no-late-last-calls-in-ca-not-now-not-ever
CONTACT:
Mayra Jimenez 323 683-4687
Christina Mira 510-829-8982
Alison Simard 213-473-7467
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BAODING, China, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 3, GWM officially announced to the world at the Saudi Arabia TANK brand launching event that the cumulative overseas sales had reached one million units, which marked a new milestone of the company's globalization journey.
"This exact vehicle (GWM TANK300) is one-millionth export from GWM Group. So this is an incredible achievement," said Mr. Gautam Arun, Product Director of GWM in the Middle East Region, at the conference.
According to the latest sales data released by GWM, the company sold a total of 518,525 new vehicles in the first half of 2022, of which 62,823 vehicles were sold overseas, accounting for 12%.
In this, South African markets maintained a leading position in sales. A report released by the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA) showing that in the first two months of this year, the 3rd Gen HAVAL H6 took up 15% of the market share in the compact SUV segment market.
The excellent overseas sales achievement of GWM is mainly contributed by three aspects in terms of high-quality products, wide market range and localized operation.
High-quality products, such as GWM POER, TANK300, HAVAL H6 HEV and ORA GOODCAT, provide global buyers with an intelligent, youthful and environmentally-friendly driving experience. Then, GWM's three technology brands, including the L.E.M.O.N, TANK and COFFEE intelligence, also provide the core technology for product renewal and upgrading.
Currently, the products of GWM have been exported to many countries, showing its brand strength and the charm of China's automobiles worldwide.
GWM set up its first supercharging station in the world featuring photovoltaic power generation, energy storage and charging in the Thailand market last year. Moreover, the company opened its German subsidiary in Munich and set up the European headquarters to serve as a hub for developing the continental European market.
In the process of globalization, GWM has driven the hot sales of high-quality products through localized manufacturing and marketing strategies.
In January 2022, the company officially took over the Iracemápolis plant in Brazil and invested CNY 11.5 billion to deepen the layout of the local industrial chain. By sponsoring influential events such as triathlons and WSL surfing in the Australian market, GWM also actively creates localized marketing IP to profoundly reach local culture and life to enhance customers' awareness of the brand and products.
GWM has been adhering to the layout and strategy of winning overseas markets for 25 consecutive years and has achieved excellent results. The overseas sales of the company reached 142,793 units last year, up 103.7% year on year.
The company's executives said at the Overseas Distributors Online Conference that GWM planned to achieve global annual sales of 4 million units by 2025 and about 80% of them are more intelligent new energy products.
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Boy seriously injured in bunk bed fall at Little League World Series
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) - A 12-year-old Little League World Series player from Utah was in critical condition Tuesday with what his family said was a head injury suffered when he fell off the top bunk of his bed at the dormitory complex.
Easton Oliverson is a pitcher and outfielder for the Snow Canyon team out of Santa Clara, Utah. The Little League World Series was set to begin Wednesday in Williamsport. His dad, Jace Oliverson, is an assistant coach on the team.
“I’ve always been a firm believer of prayer and the power that comes with it, and I feel like if people continue to rally around us that he will make a full recovery,” Oliverson told KSL-TV. “Right now it’s slow. They keep telling me it’s a cross-country race.”
Oliverson gave an update on his son’s condition through Facebook and said doctors told him his son had punctured an artery which caused bleeding on the brain and needed a piece of skull removed.
Oliverson and wife Nancy are with their son at the hospital.
The boy’s uncle has served as family spokesperson and told The Associated Press on Tuesday that Easton fell off the bed while he was sleeping and hit his head.
“We’re just at point now where he’s just in recovery,” Spencer Beck said in a phone interview. “The teammates heard him fall, thank goodness. When they got into surgery, the doctor talked to Jace and said had he not gotten into surgery but 30 minutes later, he would have been dead.”
Beck said Easton was using a breathing tube.
Little League World Series officials released a statement Tuesday that said they spoke with the Oliverson family and “were pleased to hear that his medical team remains encouraged by his progress.”
Some encouraging news came Wednesday, KSTU reports, as Easton was awake, off of oxygen assistance, talking and sitting up in a chair.
However, his father says he’s still facing a long road to recovery.
The Santa Clara team was the first from Utah to make the Little League World Series. Snow Canyon is scheduled to play its first game Friday against the winner of teams from Massachusetts and Tennessee.
“As hard as it will be to not have Easton out there playing, they’re still from this community, this is still a historical moment for the state, for Little League and for our community,” Beck said. “We’re cheering them on and maybe they’ll have a little inspiration from Easton and they’ll go win it all. That would be awesome.”
The family has set up a Venmo account for the kid nicknamed “Tank” to help with bills and expenses.
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Houston-Based Fast-Casual Brand Locks in Second Entrepreneur Ranking This Year Amid Upcoming Franchise Growth
HOUSTON, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café, the ultra-popular restaurant brand specializing in sweet and savory crêpes, hot drinks and more, has been recognized as one of Entrepreneur Magazine's 2022 Top New and Emerging Franchises. This ranking comes as the brand recently announced plans to develop outside of its home state of Texas in 2022 – with four locations in various development stages in Miami – in addition to debuting the brand in Dallas with a three-unit agreement.
Sweet Paris ranked No. 17 out of 150 brands in the category. This ranking is the brand's second in Entrepreneur this year, as it placed on the publication's esteemed Franchise 500®list for the first time in brand history in January. Sweet Paris co-founder Allison Chavez also recently ranked on Nation's Restaurant News' annual Power List, which includes an exclusive group of 50 leaders who are identified as the most innovative and inspiring people in the restaurant industry.
"We are so honored to be included in Entrepreneur's 2022 Top New and Emerging Franchises List this year," said Allison Chavez, co-founder of Sweet Paris. "Inclusion in yet another award ranking this year is a testament to the passion and dedication that our Strategic Partners and our corporate team pours into each of our restaurants to best serve their communities. As our brand celebrates its 10-year anniversary and we prepare to open three restaurants in new markets this year, we are so excited to watch the enthusiasm for the concept continue to grow alongside the brand."
The 2022 Top New & Emerging Franchises Ranking evaluates and includes the top 150 companies submitted for Entrepreneur's 2022 Franchise 500® ranking that began franchising in the last five years. The companies on this list are ranked based on the scores they received in Franchise 500's evaluation, which analyzes more than 150 data points in the areas of costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.
Sweet Paris' recent and upcoming development has strongly contributed to its success as an emerging concept this year. The creperie franchise currently has an established footprint in Texas with 10 locations – seven in Houston, one in Austin, one in College Station and one in San Antonio – and the brand plans to add three locations in greater Dallas between 2022 and 2024. Miami development is also well underway, with a first location scheduled to open by late summer 2022 and a second location opening by December 2022. Miami area growth will continue with two additional locations expected to open by 2024.
"We're thrilled to keep the momentum from these recent award rankings as the brand continues to establish itself in new cities," continued Chavez. "Sweet Paris is a concept that we want to share with as many communities as we can, and we look forward to continuing to revive the art of eating crepes with each new restaurant we open."
Sweet Paris was founded in 2012 by Allison and Ivan Chavez to "Revive the Art of Eating Crêpes," one crêperie at a time. The brand has quickly become one of the hottest restaurant franchises in Texas with an extravagant ambiance and delicious food and drinks made of the highest quality ingredients and bold flavors. Made from scratch, the dishes are as delicious as they are beautiful. The lavish interiors and the artful food and drinks make Sweet Paris a favorite place for haute social media influencers.
ABOUT SWEET PARIS:
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café is a fast-growing restaurant franchise specializing in sweet and savory crêpes, waffles, salads, hot drinks and more. On a mission to "Revive the Art of Eating Crêpes," Sweet Paris is seeking qualified Strategic Partners, especially those with a background in hospitality, to expand the concept in new markets. For more information about the brand, please visit www.sweetparis.com, and for more information on Strategic Partnership Opportunities, visit www.sweetparisfranchise.com.
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New Report on Insurance Barriers for PCSK9 Inhibitors Featured at National Cardiovascular Health Policy Summit
WASHINGTON, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New data show that health plans reject prescriptions for cholesterol-lowering medication for women, southerners, and Black and Hispanic patients more often than for white patients. The findings appear in "Rejected: How Life-Saving Heart Medication Eludes Women, Southerners, and People of Color," a new policy brief from the Partnership to Advance Cardiovascular Health.
Key Findings
The report details 2019-2021 commercial insurance claims data for cholesterol-lowering PCSK9 inhibitors, which show that:
- Women are rejected 21% more often than men are
- Rejection rates in Arkansas are 67% higher than the national average, while rejection rates in Mississippi and Oklahoma are 29% higher than the national average
- Black patients face a 20% higher rejection rate than white patients
- Hispanic patients face a 25% higher rejection rate than white patients
Certain health plans reject a disproportionate number of claims. Of plans with at least 500 claims for PCSK9 inhibitors:
Some plans rejected three-fourths or more of claims:
- Moda Health Plan (87%)
- Maxor Plus (86%)
- Federal Employee Benefit Plan (75%)
Several plans rejected about half of claims:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Arizona (51%)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Mississippi (36%)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Arkansas (45%)
"This information is concerning," says cardiologist Dharmesh Patel, MD. "We see higher denial rates in communities that are already high risk for deadly cardiovascular events. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and yet patients who most need FDA-approved medications to prevent adverse events are being denied."
Patel is president of the Partnership to Advance Cardiovascular Health.
About PSCK9 Inhibitors
PCSK9 inhibitors, which first came to clinic in 2015, are:
- Injectable drugs designed to lower high LDL cholesterol
- Typically prescribed to patients who cannot get their LDL cholesterol down enough through statins alone
- Shown to decrease LDL cholesterol by up to 70% and cut the risk of a heart attack by almost one-third
Manufacturers slashed the drugs' price by 60% in 2019, yet some insurers continue to block access.
The findings were announced during the fifth annual Cardiovascular Health Policy Summit hosted by the Partnership to Advance Cardiovascular Health. Patient advocates, clinicians, and policymakers gathered to discuss the barriers patients face in accessing these cholesterol-lowering drugs.
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"8 Ball Strike" Brings Mobile Players a Competitive Pool-Inspired Game for a Chance to Win Real Cash
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AviaGames, creator of the award-winning "Bingo Tour" app and Pocket7Games social competition platform, today announced "8 Ball Strike," the company's newest pool-inspired game that brings excitement and competition to the mobile player community. The new "8 Ball Strike" title requires players to bring their top aiming and billiards' techniques to the table for a chance to win real cash.
"The game of pool has a long history that dates back to the 15th century, and it continues to reign as one of the most popular games across a range of age groups from generation to generation," said Vickie Chen, CEO and founder, AviaGames. "We're thrilled to introduce "8 Ball Strike" as our spin on the popular game to bring mobile gamers an action-packed gaming favorite to play anywhere, anytime."
"8 Ball Strike," a game of focus, aim and strategy, offers fair-matched, multiplayer tournaments with no ads, for a truly uninterrupted gaming experience outside of the pool hall and in the comfort of your mobile device. Leveraging AviaGames' unique matchmaking AI, players are matched with other players based on their same skill level to ensure fairness and consistency among all players' break shot status and scoring.
At the start of the game, players break shot the rack of balls with the goal of pocketing all balls. Players continue shooting until all balls have been pocketed. Each ball is assigned a number and each pocket has a multiplier. Once a ball has been pocketed, the ball number multiplied by the pocket multiplier will calculate the base points earned for that shot. The pocket multiplier shifts clockwise after each ball is pocketed.
Featuring an innovative triple-shot mode, rewards are enhanced for every three consecutive balls pocketed. When the game ends, all players are ranked based on scores. The player with the highest score wins the game and cash prizes. Players can also earn extra points with trick shots, table cleared, unused cue balls, and time remaining. Players can practice for free or securely deposit and withdraw cash winnings with PayPal, Apple Pay, Venmo and Visa.
8 Ball Strike is currently available for download from the Apple App store. AviaGames is focused on creating a fair community for mobile gaming, offering skill-based matchmaking, comprehensive gaming controls and anti-cheating measures using real-time analytics and human intervention. AviaGames employs strict compliance protocols to regulate playing guidelines region to region. Cash games are not currently available in AZ, AR, CT, DE, LA, MT, SC, SD, TN, and VT, however, players in these states can enjoy free "8 Ball Strike" games.
Founded in 2017 by Vickie Chen and Ping Wang, AviaGames is a mobile, social competition gaming company and publisher of Pocket7Games, a unified gaming platform. The platform features 15+ unique games linked to a single membership and wallet, allowing players to seamlessly switch among casino, puzzle, action, card, math and brain games. AviaGames is committed to providing an inclusive competition platform where everyone can play, make money, and have fun. To date, AviaGames has awarded more than $714 million in cash prizes to its players. Select titles are available as individual apps for download, including Bingo Clash, Bingo Tour, Cooking Clash, 21 Gold, Yatzy Craze, and Match 'n Flip.
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Leonardo DiCaprio & Ashton Kutcher Join Cruz Foam as Advisors
SANTA CRUZ, Calif., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CRUZ FOAM, Inc., a circular materials company, today announced several significant developments in the company's transition to commercialization, including the opening of a major production facility and the addition of two new investors, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ashton Kutcher and Guy Oseary's SOUNDWaves. DiCaprio and Kutcher also join as advisors.
On a mission to replace traditional petroleum-based protective packaging with a certified compostable alternative, Cruz Foam is scaling production to meet the demands of corporate partners. The larger facility will be used for scaled production of Cruz Foam, while the R&D lab will continue to innovate and create novel applications.
"We are excited to enter a new phase of growth with our new facility enabling the scaled production of Cruz Foam products which is currently being utilized in a series of pilot programs," said John Felts, CEO, and Co-Founder, Cruz Foam. "We are also honored to have the support of our new investors and advisors, with whom we will accelerate global awareness and adoption of regenerative solutions to improve the sustainability of life on our planet."
"Cruz Foam is taking a major step in reducing the environmental impact of the supply chain industry," said Leonardo DiCaprio. "The mission to eliminate single use plastics in the ongoing battle for a cleaner and more sustainable environment makes me excited to join as an investor and advisor and I look forward to what we'll achieve together."
"We see huge potential in the adoption of Cruz Foam's consumer packaging as the industry moves away from petroleum-based products and towards new biomaterial technologies," said Ashton Kutcher, SOUNDWaves.
This news follows the company closing its last seed round in the fall of 2021 led by At One Ventures, Sony Innovation Fund, Regeneration.VC, and a group of environmentally-focused private investors with backgrounds across industries.
Cruz Foam is a unique, earth-friendly foam material used in protective packaging that matches the technical strength, flexibility, and protective qualities of petroleum-based foams (commonly known as "Styrofoam") and at a similar price. Cruz Foam's patented formula harnesses the power of naturally sourced biopolymers and will compost in at-home composting conditions with a variable timeline based on temperature, compost pile content, and a variety of other factors. Cruz Foam is ASTM D6400 and ASTM D6868 certified compostable and is USDA Bio-based Preferred. Our circular materials biodegrade to produce high-quality organic waste, which can be used as nutrient-rich compost and biogas used for electricity.
For more information, please visit http://www.cruzfoam.com.
About Cruz Foam
Cruz Foam is a circular materials company that produces ASTM certified compostable, protective packaging foam, and other eco-friendly solutions that offer a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based products. Cruz Foam's patented products are circular in nature using biopolymers found in nature to create a compostable material using the existing supply chain and at a similar cost. Cruz Foam is currently working with consumer-packaged goods, electronics, appliance, and durable goods companies. Cruz Foam is a mission-driven company creating impact at scale by empowering industry leaders to be the catalyst for a cleaner environment. Cruz Foam is headquartered in Santa Cruz, California.
About SOUNDWaves
SOUNDWaves is a climate-focused investment vehicle that partners with leading brands and corporations to pilot and invest in early-stage solutions greening supply chains. SOUNDWaves is dedicated to supporting the next generation of clean, circular, and sustainable businesses and works closely with founders to scale for enterprise contracts. SOUNDWaves is an extension of SOUND Ventures and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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Here’s what it’s like to have a robot paint your nails for $10
By Rachel Metz, CNN Business
On a recent April afternoon I tossed a few things into a basket at Target — cereal, graham crackers, kids’ sunglasses — then sat down at the end of an aisle filled with beauty items, placed a hand into a box-like machine, and let a robot paint my fingernails.
Made by a company called Clockwork, the robot is stationed at a Target store in Walnut Creek, California. Customers first book and pay for their appointment online, then stick a hand inside the machine (which looks a lot like a printer) that pipes polish onto the nail, leaving no brush lines. For now, at least, it’s not entirely on its own: A (human) attendant was present the two times I visited, helping explain the process and cleaning up any missteps by the machine, such as polish spillover or messy-looking edges.
Clockwork robots were added to three Target stores (two in the San Francisco Bay Area, one in Target’s corporate home state of Minnesota), starting in February, as part of a small-scale test to see how shoppers take to this sort of on-the-go beauty service. Clockwork CEO and founder Renuka Apte said the machines will be added to three more Target stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on May 11. Fingernail painting costs $10 (though Clockwork is currently offering first-time customers $2 off), and is meant to take about 10 minutes or less.
Robots have been common in commercial settings for a long time, but they mostly remain a novelty with consumers (you may have encountered the occasional French fry-making robot, barista robot, or delivery robot, to name a few). Clockwork’s machines are an attempt to make such robots more common in everyday life; they’re aimed at people who want something in between a sit-down manicure (which can be costly and time-consuming) and do-it-yourself nail painting (which, if you’re like me, can be extremely messy).
“I feel like most people who want to do beauty on a regular basis don’t always have time for it,” Apte told CNN Business.
Cameras, data, and algorithms
Apte said she came up with the idea for Clockwork, which she founded with Aaron Feldstein in 2018, in part to solve her own problem.
To paint your nails, Clockwork’s machines rely on cameras, data, and algorithms. You place a digit on a finger rest and slide it into the machine, where two cameras rapidly take about 100 pictures of the nail. Apte said those images are used to create a 3-D point cloud showing the shape of the nail, and this data is used to figure out where the edges of your nail are located. This information is then used by algorithms that figure out things such as how (and how fast) the machine’s polish-dispensing pipette should move to apply paint to your nail.
Clockwork also labels and adds these nail pictures to a dataset that’s used to improve the company’s nail-painting software.
It might not sound that complicated, but Apte said variations in the steepness of people’s nails — combined with the changing viscosity of nail polish, depending on how it’s applied — make it a challenging endeavor for a robot.
The machine uses a disposable pipette that draws polish from tiny, prefilled bottles; Apte said that she and Feldstein originally experimented with using brushes to apply polish, but eventually eschewed them for a host of reasons (brushes tend to harden and can harbor bacteria if they aren’t cleaned properly, for instance).
Kelsie Marian, a senior director analyst at Gartner who covers large retailers and the ways they use technology, noted that retailers have been experimenting with robots for years, especially for tasks like inventory management and price checking. As a result, consumers are becoming more comfortable seeing these sorts of things in stores. Additionally, Clockwork’s nail-painting experience is one more choice that retailers can give customers, she said.
“There’s an aspect here of, if I had the time to go in and sit down and have the full experience, I would do that, but I also want the option to very quickly go in and use something like that,” she said.
Similarly, Apte sees Clockwork not as a replacement for a traditional manicure, but as another beauty service.
“It’s kind of like adding fast-casual restaurants or vending machines in a world that only has sit-down restaurants,” she said.
The robots aren’t perfect
Clockwork’s robots aren’t perfect: The first time I visited, the pipette that pushes out polish appeared to clog after painting a few nails, and several of my nails were painted so poorly around the edges that the machine’s attendant fixed them by hand. It took about 20 minutes to complete a coat in a honey-yellow hue, which is twice as long as the company’s goal.
They also can’t do anything more complicated than paint a coat of colored nail polish — if you want your nails filed, or a protective top coat applied to keep your polish from chipping, you’ll have to do it on your own. (Apte said top coats are coming “pretty soon” to Clockwork’s machines.)
Apte said most of the painting issues Clockwork sees are due to people moving a bit after the machines takes pictures but right before their nails are painted. This may lead to problems like polish spillover.
With this in mind, I decided to go back to Target for a second polishing a week after my first trip. This time, I held my hands as still as possible. Maybe it helped: the painting process went a lot faster overall, and my nails (this time bright red) required hardly any touch-ups.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Confronting the pandemic’s lasting shadow, President Joe Biden on Tuesday ordered a new national research push on long COVID, while also directing federal agencies to support patients dealing with the mysterious and debilitating condition.
Biden assigned the Department of Health and Human Services to coordinate an urgent new initiative across federal agencies, building on research already under way at the National Institutes of Health.
He also directed federal agencies to support patients and doctors by providing science-based best practices for treating long COVID, maintaining access to insurance coverage, and protecting the rights of workers coping with the uncertainties of the malaise. Of particular concern are effects on mental health.
Long COVID is the catch-all term for a hydra-headed conditionwhose symptoms can include brain fog, recurring shortness of breath, pain and fatigue. Rough estimates are that it affects as many as 1 in 3 people who recover from COVID-19, although the severity and duration of symptoms vary. Despite intense investigation, the causes of long COVID are not well understood and treatment largely focuses on helping patients cope with their symptoms as they try to rebalance daily routines.
The White House also acknowledged that long COVID appears to be a disability, meaning that patients could be entitled to the protection of federal laws that prohibit discrimination based on health conditions and call for accommodations to allow people to lead productive lives.
“The administration recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in new members of the disability community and has had a tremendous impact on people with disabilities,” said a White House overview.
Some independent experts praised the administration for its comprehensive plan but noted the lack of a timeline for results.
“This is a very important move on the part of the Biden administration to acknowledge that long COVID is real, that it is a significant threat, and that much more needs to be done,” said Dr. Leana Wen, a former Baltimore health commissioner and commentator on the pandemic. “The emphasis on treatment for long COVID, and recognizing that this could be a source of ongoing disability, are long overdue.”
A prominent advocate for COVID patients sensed a breakthrough.
“This is the first effort that truly comports with the needs of people who are suffering,’’ said Diana Berrent, founder of Survivor Corps, a support group that connects patients with government and private researchers.
Advocates have been clamoring “for the government to create a command center for long COVID,” she added. “Up until now, that hasn’t existed.’’
“I see this as a global, comprehensive approach to an extremely thorny issue that has previously received a scattershot approach,” Berrent said.
Medical research thus far has led to theories about what causes long COVID, but no single root. One theory revolves around lingering infection or virus remnants that may trigger inflammation in the body. Another possibility involves autoimmune system responses that mistakenly attack normal cells. Researchers are also investigating the role of tiny clots.
The White House said Biden’s order will expand and build on a $1 billion research study already underway at NIH, called the RECOVER Initiative. One goal is to speed signing up 40,000 people with and without long COVID into the study. Around that effort, Health and Human Services will coordinate a government-wide research plan on long COVID.
HHS will also deliver a report to the nation on long COVID later this year. “Millions of Americans may be struggling with lingering health effects,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “COVID is having effects long after the actual virus has escaped us.”
Biden’s order puts a major focus on treatment. An HHS unit called the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality will investigate best practices and get useful guidance to doctors, hospitals and patients. The Department of Veterans Affairs, which already has 18 facilities running long COVID programs, will serve as an incubator of ideas and strategies. The administration is seeking $20 million from Congress for “centers of excellence” to develop templates for care.
Dr. Fernando Carnavali of Mount Sinai’s Center for Post-COVID Care in New York, said he understands complaints that the government hasn’t made enough progress on long COVID.
“For our culture today, which needs answers yesterday, it’s just hard,’’ Carnavali said. “In chronic disease, in general it’s not how it works. We have other examples, from HIV, answers did not come right away.”
Finally, the administration said its plan will provide direct support for patients by safeguarding access to insurance coverage and extending the umbrella of civil rights protections to people with long COVID. In keeping with Biden’s focus on reducing racial and ethnic disparities in health care, part of the emphasis will be on minority communities that have borne a high toll from COVID-19.
Federal health programs, which can serve as a model for private insurance, will look for ways to make sure that treatments for long COVID are covered and paid for. “The administration is working to make long COVID care as accessible as possible,” said a White House overview of Biden’s plan.
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AP Medical Writer Lindsey Tanner contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/biden-orders-push-on-long-covid-pandemics-shadowy-mystery/ | 2022-04-06T18:49:08Z |
CHICAGO, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - BMO Harris Bank announced today that it is increasing its US$ prime lending rate from 4.00 percent to 4.75 percent, effective June 16, 2022.
BMO Harris Bank provides a broad range of personal banking products and solutions through more than 500 branches and fee-free access to over 40,000 ATMs across the United States. BMO Harris Bank's commercial banking team provides a combination of sector expertise, local knowledge and mid-market focus throughout the United States. For more information about BMO Harris Bank, visit the company fact sheet. Accounts are subject to approval. BMO Harris Bank N.A. Member FDIC. BMO Harris Bank is part of BMO Financial Group, a highly diversified financial services provider with total assets of CDN$1.04 trillion as of April 30, 2022.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Abbott Nutrition has restarted production at the Michigan baby formula factory that has been closed for months due to contamination, the company said Saturday, taking a step toward easing a nationwide supply shortage expected to persist into the summer.
The February shutdown of the largest formula factory in the country led to the supply problems that have forced some parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s offices.
Abbott said it initially will prioritize production of its EleCare specialty formulas for infants with severe food allergies and digestive problems who have few other options for nutrition. The company said it will take about three weeks before new formula from the plant begins getting to consumers.
“We will ramp production as quickly as we can while meeting all requirements,” Abbott said in a statement.
The plant’s reopening is one of several federal actions that are expected to improve supplies in the weeks ahead. President Joe Biden’s administration has eased import rules for foreign manufacturers, airlifted formula from Europe and invoked federal emergency rules to prioritize U.S. production.
Abbott closed the Sturgis, Michigan, factory in February after the Food and Drug Administration began investigating four bacterial infections among infants who consumed powdered formula from the plant. Two of the babies died. The company continues to state that its products have not been directly linked to the infections, which involved different bacterial strains.
FDA inspectors eventually uncovered a host of violations at the plant, including bacterial contamination, a leaky roof and lax safety protocols. The FDA has faced intense scrutiny for taking months to close the plant and then negotiate its reopening. Agency leaders recently told Congress they had to enter a legally binding agreement with Abbott to assure all the problems were fixed.
Abbott’s February recall of several leading brands, including Similac, squeezed supplies that had already been strained by supply chain disruptions and stockpiling during COVID-19 shutdowns.
The shortage has been most dire for children with allergies, digestive problems and metabolic disorders who rely on specialty formulas. The Abbott factory is the only source of many of those products, providing nutrition to about 5,000 U.S. babies, according to federal officials.
Abbott is one of just four companies that produce about 90% of U.S. formula. The company’s recalls and shutdown triggered a cascade of effects: Retailers have limited customer purchasing to conserve supplies and parents have been told to switch brands to whatever formula is in stock.
FDA Commissioner Robert Califf recently told lawmakers it could be about two months before formula supplies return to normal levels. The agency has waived many of its regulatory requirements to accept more formula from the United Kingdom, Australia and other nations.
U.S. manufacturers, including Reckitt and Gerber, have also stepped up production, running plants 24/7 and sourcing more formula from alternate facilities.
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66% of such organizations globally keeping more stock on hand; 70% increasing supplier numbers and 72% sourcing more from domestic suppliers
LONDON, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Two-thirds (66%) of large enterprises globally say they are keeping more stock on hand now compared to the pre-pandemic period, with nearly one in five in total (18%) retaining 'significantly more' stock. This growing focus on taking innovative measures to address supply chain disruption is highlighted in new research commissioned by IFS, polling over 1,450 senior decision-makers at large enterprises across France, Germany, Nordics, USA, the UK and the UAE.
Further highlighting the impact of supply chain disruption, seven out of ten respondents polled for the survey (70%) said they had increased the number of suppliers of materials/products they use in response to recent supply chain issues. Moreover, nearly three-quarters (72%) of the survey sample claimed to have grown the proportion of materials/products they source from domestic suppliers as a result of these issues.
Together, these innovative measures are also likely to add more complexity and waste into the supply chain, at a time when increased regulatory burdens (highlighted by 15% as a primary contributor to their current business disruption) and the need to tap into the many benefits of the circular economy is making supply chain management more complex. In line with this, it is positive that 93% of respondents said their organization was either embracing the circular economy today or planning to in the future.
However, many are facing challenges in terms of delivering on their goals, with around 60% of those saying they are in the process; still developing objectives; yet to plan programs; or have their objectives on hold. Even among those respondents already embracing the circular economy, 23% felt their customers' circularity expectations were either having no impact on the customer experience or were detrimental to it, although over time the benefits of circularity in delivering a better customer experience are likely to become ever clearer.
So far, as the survey indicates, many large enterprises have re-engineered their supply chain in innovative ways to reduce the risk of this disruption. These include: onshoring to improve security of supply; keeping more stock on hand to make certain they can always meet demand and increasing the number of suppliers they use to eliminate any chance of disappointing customers.
Maggie Slowik, Global Industry Director for Manufacturing at IFS, said: "Large businesses are likely to incur much higher costs and other negative financial impacts because of the measures they are taking to mitigate disruption. Onshoring the supply chain will often lead to having to invest in more expensive raw materials or product components, especially as inflation ramps up, while keeping stock on hand will tie up significant sums that could otherwise be 'working' for the business."
Despite the far-reaching benefits of the circular economy, the need to embrace it is nevertheless a source of disruption for many large enterprises - especially if their equipment and processes are not set up to deal with waste reduction and the re-use and recycling of materials. That's particularly the case when you factor in the other macro-economic disruption that businesses are continuing to face from COVID-19 to the war in Ukraine.
At the same time, the survey reveals many large businesses are suffering from talent shortages. 65% of respondents say their organizations are finding it challenging to fill open roles, (with a lack of qualified applicants and skilled talent being the most prevalent reasons why), and 39% think disruption relating skills shortages within their organization will last beyond the end of 2022.
According to Slowik: "Businesses urgently need to find a solution that can help them to manage this disruption, which with price volatility is escalating ever further, transition to a circular economy and address the supply chain complexities we are dealing with today. To do this, especially when skills are in short supply, they will ultimately need to invest in technology that delivers the agility and fast time to insight that they need to better forecast demand. By addressing it now efficiently and cost-effectively, they will put themselves in a great position to not only survive but also thrive long into the future."
About IFS
IFS develops and delivers cloud enterprise software for companies around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, build and maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. Within our single platform, our industry specific products are innately connected to a single data model and use embedded digital innovation so that our customers can be their best when it really matters to their customers—at the Moment of Service™. The industry expertise of our people and of our growing ecosystem, together with a commitment to deliver value at every single step, has made IFS a recognized leader and the most recommended supplier in our sector. Our team of 4,500 employees every day live our values of agility, trustworthiness and collaboration in how we support our 10,000+ customers. Learn more about how our enterprise software solutions can help your business today at ifs.com.
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Annual report highlights progress toward our commitments and customer-driven opportunities for the future
NEW ORLEANS, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Entergy released its 2021 Integrated Report, an assessment of the company's environmental, social, governance and financial performance for the year. The report, titled "The future is on," provides all our stakeholders with a more complete picture of the value we place on our commitments, progress on our goals, and the opportunities we see in 2022 and beyond.
"Powering the lives of our customers and communities is an essential responsibility," said Leo Denault, chairman of the board and CEO of Entergy. "However, our job doesn't end there. We hold ourselves accountable to create meaningful value that endures for all our stakeholders. As we look forward in 2022 and beyond, the future is on. There is unmatched resilience and capability among our team of approximately 12,500 employees to address the significant and unique opportunities ahead."
Entergy is a leader in the utility industry on environmental, social and governance performance metrics. Key drivers of our sustainability strategy and 2021 performance include:
- Partnering with our customers. We're enhancing our ability to help our customers achieve their goals and aspirations. We stood up a new customer organization to partner with our customers and develop new solutions to meet their reliability, affordability and environmental goals. We also created a new Sustainable Planning, Development, and Operations organization to drive greater strategic direction and collaboration in addressing our customers' sustainability needs.
- Expanding our clean energy generation. We operate one of the cleanest large-scale utility generation fleets in the nation, including more than 5,000 megawatts of carbon-free nuclear power, a fleet of highly efficient gas resources and a fast-growing portfolio of renewable energy resources. We are expanding our renewable energy solutions to serve our customers and communities across the Gulf South region. We expect 11,000 megawatts of renewable capacity by the end of 2030, more than doubling our previous power supply plan estimate from just two years ago.
- Leading the way on environmental stewardship. We're progressing toward our commitment of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Our utility carbon emission rate has decreased approximately 39% since 2000. We anticipate we will achieve our interim 2030 goal of 50% reduction in utility emission rate years earlier than planned. We're also advancing our environmental stewardship work to protect our natural resources and biodiversity, conserve water use, and address climate issues, including the reduction of carbon emissions across our value chain.
- Delivering on our financial commitments. We delivered again last year on our financial commitments and finished with a strong financial foundation. Our 2021 adjusted earnings per share of $6.02 was in the top half of our guidance range for the sixth year in a row. This represents a 6.5% compound annual growth rate over the past five years. Additionally, we maintained solid liquidity throughout the year, and our reduced risk attributed to exiting the wholesale merchant business and improved funding status of our pension obligations, among other items, was acknowledged by Moody's Investor Services when it reduced our cash flow metric threshold.
- Cultivating a workforce that includes everyone. Building a diverse, inclusive workforce where every employee belongs and contributes is critical to our goal of reflecting the culture-rich communities we serve. Last year, we established a new Diversity and Workforce Strategies organization that aligned several teams to better execute our comprehensive diversity, inclusion and belonging strategy. And we've demonstrated a growing commitment to using diverse companies for products and services, spending $1.3 billion with diverse firms last year.
- Developing sustainability solutions and growth opportunities. Our large number of commercial and industrial customers provide a unique growth opportunity to partner with them to design and deliver effective solutions for their specific sustainability needs. Many of these customers have defined environmental and carbon reduction goals for their businesses. We estimate these goals will drive an additional 30 terawatt hours of annual electric load growth by the end of 2030.
- Working for all stakeholders. Our approximately 12,500 employees are dedicated to working for all our stakeholders. We continue to execute a fundamentally solid business plan, meeting challenges head-on and working tirelessly to deliver on our commitments. We have also been successful in creating value in our communities. Last year, our volunteers logged more than 100,000 hours of their time and we delivered more than $128 million in value to our communities through philanthropy, advocacy and volunteerism. Finally, despite last year's external challenges, we delivered on our financial commitments while achieving steady, predictable financial growth.
Entergy was the first U.S. electric utility to combine our annual shareholder report with our sustainability report in 2013. Today, we are one of only a few leading U.S. companies to consolidate these reports into a single integrated report that measures our advancements in energy delivery and innovation, financial performance, environmental stewardship, social responsibility, governance, workforce development and community investments. Our 2021 report relies on the guidance of the Global Reporting Initiative, the world's most widely used sustainability reporting framework.
View our 2021 Integrated Report and learn how we power life for all stakeholders at integratedreport.entergy.com.
About Entergy
Entergy (NYSE: ETR), a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, powers life for 3 million utility customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy is creating a cleaner, more resilient energy future for everyone with our diverse power generation portfolio, including increasingly carbon-free energy sources. With roots in the Gulf South region for more than a century, Entergy is a recognized leader in corporate citizenship, delivering more than $100 million in economic benefits to local communities through philanthropy and advocacy efforts annually over the last several years. Our approximately 12,500 employees are dedicated to powering life today and for future generations. Learn more at entergy.com and follow @Entergy on social media. #WePowerLife
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Entergy's statements concerning its environmental plans, goals, beliefs and expectations, including statements regarding its greenhouse gas reduction goals, and other statements of Entergy's plans, beliefs, or expectations included in this presentation are "forward-looking statements" which apply only as of the dates indicated. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements, including, among other things, uncertainties associated with regulatory proceedings and other cost recovery mechanisms, operation and relicensing of nuclear facilities, major storms and other catastrophic events, risks associated with executing on our business strategies, effects of changes in laws, regulations or policies, the effects of technological change, including the costs, pace of development and commercialization of new and emerging technologies, uncertainties and other factors discussed in Entergy's most recent Annual Report or Form 10-K and subsequent reports and filings made under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
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BEIJING, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Origin Agritech Ltd. (NASDAQ: SEED) (the "Company" or "Origin"), an agriculture technology company, announced today that five newly developed sweet and waxy corn hybrid varieties with different nutritional components have completed registrational trails and are pending production approval.
The newly developed corn hybrids include a sweet corn hybrid containing 45% more folic acid and other hybrids with significant increases in vitamin E, phenolic compounds, and other nutritional value-added characteristics. The demand for high quality sweet and waxy corn for human consumption has grown significantly in the Chinese market in recent years. Origin's newly developed nutritional value-added hybrids will address this high value market.
In addition, Origin continues to extend its research effort with Nutritionally Enhanced Corn (NEC) for animal feedstock. Origin is testing hundreds of new NEC hybrids in dozens of locations across the major corn growing areas in China in 2022.
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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This communication contains "forward-looking statements" as defined in the federal securities laws, including Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements address expected future business and financial performance and financial condition, and contain words like "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "seek," "will," "would," "target," and similar expressions and variations. Forward-looking statements address matters that are uncertain. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are based on assumptions and expectations which may not be realized. They are based on management's current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company and the industry in which the Company operates but involve a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company's control. Some of the important factors that could cause the company's actual results to differ materially from those discussed in forward-looking statements are: failure to develop and market new products and optimally manage product life cycles; ability to respond to market acceptance, rules, regulations and policies affecting our products; failure to appropriately manage process safety and product stewardship issues; changes in laws and regulations or political conditions; global economic and capital markets conditions, such as inflation, interest and currency exchange rates; business or supply disruptions; natural disasters and weather events and patterns; ability to protect and enforce the company's intellectual property rights; and separation of underperforming or non-strategic assets or businesses. The company undertakes no duty or obligation to publicly revise or update any forward-looking statements as a result of future developments, or new information or otherwise, should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by securities and other applicable laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. You are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements contained herein and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are qualified in their entirety by these cautionary statements.
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MEXICO CITY, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
New Notes Offering
The United Mexican States ("Mexico") announced today that it priced a global offering (the "New Notes Offering") of U.S.$2,203,576,000.00 aggregate principal amount of its 4.875% Global Notes due 2033 (the "New Notes").
The aggregate principal amount of New Notes includes approximately U.S.$403,576,000.00 of New Notes intended to fund the purchase of tenders in the concurrent tender offer described below, and the amount of New Notes issued may be adjusted based on final acceptances in the tender offer. The closing of the New Notes Offering is expected to occur on Friday, August 19, 2022.
BBVA Securities Inc., Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Natixis Securities Americas LLC served as Joint Lead Underwriters for the New Notes Offering.
The New Notes Offering was made only by means of a preliminary prospectus supplement and an accompanying base prospectus. Copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement, the final prospectus supplement (when filed) and the related base prospectus for the New Notes Offering may be obtained by contacting: BBVA Securities Inc., by calling +1-212-728-2446, Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, by calling +1-212-357-1452, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, by calling +1-212-834-7279, or Natixis Securities Americas LLC, by calling +1-212-698-3108.
Application will be made for the New Notes to be admitted to listing on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange and admitted to trading on the Euro MTF Market of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Application will also be made to the London Stock Exchange plc (the "London Stock Exchange") for the New Notes to be admitted to trading on the London Stock Exchange's International Securities Market and the London Stock Exchange's Sustainable Bond Market.
Switch Tender Offer
Mexico's previously announced tender offer (the "Switch Tender Offer") to purchase its outstanding notes of the series set forth in the table below (collectively, the "Old Notes" and each, a "series" of Old Notes) on the terms and subject to the conditions contained in the Offer to Purchase, dated August 8, 2022 (the "Offer to Purchase"), expired as scheduled at 2:00 p.m., New York City time, today. All capitalized terms used but not defined under the heading "Switch Tender Offer" in this communication have the respective meanings specified in the Offer to Purchase.
The purchase prices to be paid for each series of the Old Notes validly tendered and accepted pursuant to the Switch Tender Offer were calculated in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Offer to Purchase and Mexico's press release issued today, based on (i) the U.S. Treasury Rate for such series, which is a yield to maturity based on the bid-side price of the Reference U.S. Treasury Security identified for such series in the table below and (ii) the fixed spread for such series set forth in the table below.
Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 9, 2022, Mexico expects (i) to instruct Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, as the Billing and Delivering Bank to accept, subject to proration and other terms and conditions as described in the Offer to Purchase, valid Switch Tenders and (ii) to announce the Aggregate Maximum Purchase Amount and the Maximum Purchase Amount, the aggregate principal amount of Switch Tenders in the aggregate and for each series of Old Notes that has been accepted and whether any proration has occurred.
The Offer to Purchase may be downloaded from the Information Agent's website at www.dfking.com/ums or obtained from the Information Agent, D. F. King & Co., Inc., at ums@dfking.com or from any of the Dealer Managers.
The Dealer Managers for the Switch Tender Offer are:
The Billing and Delivering Bank for this Switch Tender Offer is: Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC.
Questions regarding the Switch Tender Offer may be directed to the Dealer Managers at the above contact.
Mexico has filed a registration statement (including the prospectus) and the preliminary prospectus supplement with the SEC for the New Notes Offering. Before you invest, you should read the prospectus in that registration statement and other documents Mexico has filed with the SEC for more complete information about Mexico and the New Notes Offering. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at http://www.sec.gov. Alternatively, the Joint Lead Underwriters, the Dealer Managers or the Information Agent, as the case may be, will arrange to send you the prospectus supplement and the prospectus if you request it by calling any one of them at the numbers specified above.
Important Notice
The distribution of materials relating to the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer and the transactions contemplated by the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer may be restricted by law in certain jurisdictions. Each of the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer is void in all jurisdictions where it is prohibited. If materials relating to the New Notes Offering or the Switch Tender Offer come into your possession, you are required by Mexico to inform yourself of and to observe all of these restrictions. The materials relating to the New Notes Offering or the Switch Tender Offer, including this communication, do not constitute, and may not be used in connection with, an offer or solicitation in any place where offers or solicitations are not permitted by law. If a jurisdiction requires that the New Notes Offering or the Switch Tender Offer be made by a licensed broker or dealer and a Dealer Manager or any affiliate of a Dealer Manager is a licensed broker or dealer in that jurisdiction, the New Notes Offering or the Switch Tender Offer, as the case may be, shall be deemed to be made by the Dealer Manager or such affiliate on behalf of Mexico in that jurisdiction. Owners who may lawfully participate in the Switch Tender Offer in accordance with the terms thereof are referred to as "holders."
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities nor will there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction. The offering of these securities will be made only by means of the preliminary prospectus and the accompanying prospectus supplement and prospectus.
The New Notes are not intended to be offered, sold or otherwise made available to and should not be offered, sold or otherwise made available to any retail investor in the European Economic Area ("EEA"). For these purposes, a retail investor means a person who is one (or more) of: (i) a retail client as defined in point (11) of Article 4(1) of Directive 2014/65/EU (as amended, "MiFID II"); or (ii) a customer within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2016/97 (as amended, the "Insurance Distribution Directive"), where that customer would not qualify as a professional client as defined in point (10) of Article 4(1) of MiFID II. Consequently no key information document required by Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014 (as amended, the "PRIIPs Regulation") for offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to retail investors in the EEA has been prepared and therefore offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to any retail investor in the EEA may be unlawful under the PRIIPs Regulation.
The New Notes are not intended to be offered, sold or otherwise made available to and should not be offered, sold or otherwise made available to any retail investors in the United Kingdom ("UK"). For these purposes, a retail investor means a person who is one (or more) of: (i) a retail client, as defined in point (8) of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No 2017/565 as it forms part of domestic law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (as amended, "EUWA"); or (ii) a customer within the meaning of the provisions of the UK Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (as amended, the "FSMA") and any rules or regulations made under the FSMA to implement the Insurance Distribution Directive, where that customer would not qualify as a professional client, as defined in point (8) of Article 2(1) of Regulation (EU) No 600/2014 as it forms part of domestic law by virtue of the EUWA. Consequently no key information document required by Regulation (EU) No 1286/2014 (as amended) as it forms part of domestic law by virtue of the EUWA (as amended, the "UK PRIIPs Regulation") for offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to retail investors in the UK has been prepared and therefore offering or selling the New Notes or otherwise making them available to any retail investor in the UK may be unlawful under the UK PRIIPs Regulation.
Neither this communication, the preliminary prospectus supplement, the Offer to Purchase nor any other offer material relating to the New Notes Offering or the Switch Tender Offer has been approved by an authorized person for the purposes of section 21 of the FSMA. This communication, the preliminary prospectus supplement and the Offer to Purchase are only being distributed to and are only directed at (i) persons who are outside the UK or (ii) investment professionals falling within Article 19(5) of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005, as amended (the "Order") or (iii) high net worth entities, and other persons to whom it may lawfully be communicated, falling within Article 49(2)(a) to (d) of the Order (all such persons together being referred to as "relevant persons"). The New Notes will only be available to, and any invitation, offer or agreement to subscribe, purchase or otherwise acquire such notes will be engaged in only with, relevant persons. Any person who is not a relevant person should not act or rely on this communication, the preliminary prospectus supplement, the Offer to Purchase or any of their contents.
In Belgium, the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer are not directly or indirectly, being made to, or for the account of, any person other than to qualified investors (gekwalificeerde beleggers/investisseurs qualifiés) within the meaning of Article 2(e) Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 14 June 2017 on the prospectus to be published when securities are offered to the public or admitted to trading on a regulated market, and repealing Directive 2003/71/EC. (Règlement (UE) 2017/1129 du 14 juin 2017 du Parlement européen et du Conseil concernant le prospectus à publier en cas d'offre au public de valeurs mobilières ou en vue de l'admission de valeurs mobilières à la négociation sur un marché réglementé, et abrogeant la directive 2003/71/CE / Verordening (EU) 2017/1129 van het Europees Parlement en de Raad van 14 juni 2017 betreffende het prospectus dat moet worden gepubliceerd wanneer effecten aan het publiek worden aangeboden of tot de handel op een gereglementeerde markt worden toegelaten en tot intrekking van Richtlijn 2003/71/EG), as amended or replaced from time to time (Belgian Qualified Investor), that do not qualify as consumers (consumenten/consommateurs) within the meaning of Article I.1, 2° of the Belgian Code of Economic Law of February 28, 2013 (Wetboek van economisch recht/Code de droit économique), as amended or replaced from time to time (Consumers). A Consumer within the meaning of Article I.1, 2° of the Belgian Code of Economic Law is any natural person who is acting for purposes which are outside their trade, business, craft or profession.
As a result, the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer do not constitute a public takeover bid pursuant to Articles 3, §1, 1° and 6, § 1 of the Belgian law of April 1, 2007 on public takeover bids (Wet op de openbare overnamebiedingen/Loi relative aux offres publiques d'acquisition), as amended or replaced from time to time.
Consequently, the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer and any material relating thereto have not been and will not be, notified or submitted to, nor approved by the Belgian Financial Services and Markets Authority (Autoriteit voor Financiële Diensten en Markten/Autorité des Services et Marchés Financiers) pursuant to the Belgian laws and regulations applicable to the public offering or tendering of securities.
The New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer as well as any materials relating thereto may not be advertised, nor distributed, directly or indirectly, to any person in Belgium other than Belgian Qualified Investors acting for their own account who are not Consumers, and may not be used in connection with any offering in Belgium except as may otherwise be permitted by law.
The New Notes and the Old Notes will not be registered under Chilean Law No. 18,045, as amended, with the Comisión para el Mercado Financiero de Chile (Financial Market Commission of Chile, or "CMF") and, accordingly, the New Notes and the Old Notes cannot and will not be offered or sold to persons in Chile except in circumstances which have not resulted and will not result in a public offering under Chilean law, and in compliance with Norma de Carácter General (Rule) No. 336, dated June 27, 2012, issued by the CMF.
The New Notes may not be offered, sold or negotiated in Colombia, except in compliance with Part 4 of Decree 2555 of 2010. The Offer to Purchase and the New Notes Offering do not constitute and may not be used for, or in connection with, a public offering as defined under Colombian law.
The New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer have not been and will not be approved by the Danish Financial Supervisory Authority, as neither constitute a public offer in accordance with the EU Prospectus Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2017/1129) nor the Danish Capital Market Act.
This announcement does not constitute an offer to the public in France. It is not a prospectus within the meaning of the Prospectus Regulation.
No prospectus (including any amendment, supplement or replacement thereto) has been prepared in connection with the New Notes Offering that has been approved by the French Autorité des marchés financiers ("AMF") or by the competent authority of another Member State of the EEA and notified to the AMF under the Prospectus Regulation; the materials relating to the New Notes have not been distributed or caused to be distributed and will not be released, issued or distributed or caused to be released, issued or distributed, directly or indirectly, to the public in France, or used in connection with any offer for subscription, exchange or sale of the notes to the public in France. Any such offers, sales and distributions have been and shall only be made in France to (i) qualified investors (investisseurs qualifiés) acting for their own account, and/or to (ii) investment services providers authorized to engage in portfolio management services on behalf of third parties and/or to (iii) a limited group of investors (cercle restreint d'investisseurs) acting for their own account, all as defined in, and in accordance with, Articles L.411-2, II, D.411-1, D.411-4, D.744-l, D.754-l and D.764-1 of the French Code monétaire et financier.
In the event that the New Notes purchased or subscribed by investors listed above are offered or resold, directly or indirectly, to the public in France, the conditions relating to public offers set forth in Articles L.411-1, L.411-2, L.412-1 and L.621-8 to L.621-8-3 of the French Code monétaire et financier must be complied with. Investors in France and persons into whose possession offering materials come must inform themselves about, and observe, any such restrictions.
In the Federal Republic of Germany ("Germany"), this communication and the Switch Tender Offer are directed exclusively at existing holders of the Old Notes.
Neither the Offer to Purchase nor the prospectus supplement or the base prospectus constitutes a prospectus compliant with the Prospectus Regulation. No prospectus (Prospekt) within the meaning of the Prospectus Regulation and the German Securities Prospectus Act (Wertpapierprospektgesetz) or any other applicable laws in Germany has been or will be published in Germany, nor has any prospectus or prospectus supplement been filed with, approved by or notified to the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht) for publication in Germany.
The prospectus supplement is strictly for use of the person who has received it. It may not be forwarded to other persons or published in Germany.
With respect to persons in Hong Kong, the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer are only made to, and are only capable of acceptance by, "professional investors" within the meaning of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Cap. 571) of Hong Kong (the "SFO") and any rules made thereunder. No person or entity may issue or have in its possession for the purposes of issue, whether in Hong Kong or elsewhere, any advertisement, invitation or document relating to the New Notes, Old Notes or the Switch Tender Offer, which is directed at, or the contents of which are likely to be accessed or read by, the public of Hong Kong (except if permitted to do so under the securities laws of Hong Kong) other than with respect to the Old Notes which are or are intended to be tendered, or New Notes which are intended to be purchased, only by persons outside Hong Kong or only by "professional investors" as defined in the SFO and any rules made under thereunder.
The Old Notes and the New Notes, and the Offer to Purchase and the New Notes Offering prospectus supplement, and any other documents or materials related to such offers have not and will not be registered with the Italian Securities Exchange Commission (Commissione Nazionale per le Società e la Borsa, or "CONSOB") pursuant to applicable Italian laws and regulations. The Offer to Purchase and the New Notes Offering are being carried out pursuant to the exemptions provided for, with respect to the Offer to Purchase, in Article 101 bis, paragraph 3 bis of Legislative Decree No. 58 of 24 February 1998, as amended (the "Consolidated Financial Act") and Article 35 bis, paragraph 4, of CONSOB Regulation No. 11971 of 14 May 1999, as amended; and, with respect to the New Bonds Offering, in Article 1, paragraph 4, letter c), of Regulation (EU) 2017/1129.
Holders or beneficial owners of the Old Notes that are resident and/or located in Italy can tender the Old Notes for purchase, and the New Notes Offerings can be offered, sold and delivered, through authorized persons (such as investment firms, banks or financial intermediaries permitted to conduct such activities in Italy in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/1129, the Consolidated Financial Act, the CONSOB Regulation No. 20307 of 15 February 2018, as amended, and Legislative Decree No. 385 of September 1, 1993, as amended) and in compliance with any other applicable laws and regulations or with any requirements imposed by CONSOB or any other Italian authority. Each intermediary must comply with the applicable laws and regulations concerning information duties vis à vis its clients in connection with the bonds or the relevant offering.
In Luxembourg, this announcement has been prepared on the basis that the offer of the New Notes, the Switch Tender Offer and the potential exchange offer will be made pursuant to an exemption under Article 1 (4) of the Prospectus Regulation from the requirement to produce a prospectus for offers of securities.
Neither the Offer to Purchase, nor any other documents or materials relating to the Offer to Purchase have been approved by or will be submitted for the approval of, the Mexican National Banking and Securities Commission (Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores, or the "CNBV") and, the New Notes have not been and will not be registered with the Mexican National Securities Registry (Registro Nacional de Valores) maintained by the CNBV, and therefore the Old Notes and New Notes have not and may not be offered or sold publicly in Mexico. However, investors that qualify as institutional or qualified investors pursuant to the private placement exemption set forth in Article 8 of the Mexican Securities Market Law (Ley del Mercado de Valores), may be contacted in connection with, and may participate in the Offer to Purchase, and can be offered with or purchase New Notes. The participation in the Offer to Purchase or the acquisition of New Notes will be made under such investor's own responsibility.
In Norway, the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer are made only in accordance with applicable exemptions from the requirement to prepare a prospectus or offer document in accordance with the Norwegian Securities Trading Act. Accordingly, the New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer have not been and will not be filed with or approved by the Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority, the Oslo Stock Exchange or the Norwegian Registry of Business Enterprises.
The Switch Tender Offer is not intended for any person who is not qualified as an institutional investor, in accordance with provisions set forth in Resolution SMV No. 021-2013-SMV-01 issued by Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores (Superintendency of Capital Markets) of Peru, and as subsequently amended. No legal, financial, tax or any other kind of advice is hereby being provided.
The New Notes Offering prospectus supplement, the accompanying prospectus and the Offer to Purchase have not been and will not be registered as a prospectus with the Monetary Authority of Singapore. The Offer to Purchase does not constitute an offering of securities in Singapore pursuant to the Securities and Futures Act, Chapter 289 of Singapore (the "SFA"). The New Notes will not be offered or sold or cause that such New Notes to be made the subject of an invitation for subscription or purchase and will not offer or sell such New Notes or cause such New Notes to be made the subject of an invitation for subscription or purchase, and has not circulated or distributed, nor will it circulate or distribute, this prospectus supplement or any other document or material in connection with the offer or sale, or invitation for subscription or purchase, of such New Notes, whether directly or indirectly, to persons in Singapore other than (i) to an institutional investor (as defined in Section 4A of the SFA) under Section 274 of the SFA, (ii) to a relevant person (as defined in Section 275(2) of the SFA) pursuant to Section 275(1), or any person pursuant to Section 275(1A), and in accordance with the conditions specified in Section 275 of the SFA and (where applicable) Regulation 3 of the Securities and Futures (Classes of Investors) Regulations 2018 of Singapore or (iii) otherwise pursuant to, and in accordance with the conditions of, any other applicable provision of the SFA.
Where the New Notes are subscribed or purchased in reliance on an exemption under Sections 274 or 275 of the SFA, the New Notes shall not be sold within the period of six months from the date of the initial acquisition of the notes, except to any of the following persons:
- an institutional investor (as defined in Section 4A of the SFA);
- a relevant person (as defined in Section 275(2) of the SFA); or
- any person pursuant to an offer referred to in Section 275(1A) of the SFA,
unless expressly specified otherwise in Section 276(7) of the SFA or Regulation 37A of the Securities and Futures (Offers of Investments) (Securities and Securities-based Derivatives Contracts) Regulations 2018 of Singapore.
Where the New Notes are subscribed or purchased under Section 275 of the SFA by a relevant person which is:
- a corporation (which is not an accredited investor (as defined in Section 4A of the SFA)) the sole business of which is to hold investments and the entire share capital of which is owned by one or more individuals, each of whom is an accredited investor; or
- a trust (where the trustee is not an accredited investor) whose sole purpose is to hold investments and each beneficiary of the trust is an individual who is an accredited investor,
securities or securities-based derivatives contracts (each term as defined in Section 2(1) of the SFA) of that corporation or the beneficiaries' rights and interest (howsoever described) in that trust shall not be transferred within six months after that corporation or that trust has acquired the New Notes pursuant to an offer made under Section 275 of the SFA except:
- to an institutional investor or to a relevant person as defined in Section 275(2) of the SFA, or (in the case of such corporation) where the transfer arises from an offer referred to in 276(3)(i)(B) of the SFA or (in the case of such trust) where the transfer arises from an offer referred to in Section 276(4)(i)(B) of the SFA;
- where no consideration is or will be given for the transfer;
- where the transfer is by operation of law;
- as specified in Section 276(7) of the SFA; or
- as specified in Regulation 37A of the Securities and Futures (Offers of Investments) (Securities and Securities-based Derivatives Contracts) Regulations 2018 of Singapore.
None of the offer materials related to the New Notes Offering or Switch Tender Offer have been approved or registered in the administrative registries of the Spanish Securities Market Commission (Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores). Consequently, the securities may not be offered, sold or distributed in Spain except in circumstances which do not constitute a public offer of securities in Spain within the meaning of Article 35 of the restated text of the Securities Markets Act approved by Royal Legislative Decree 4/2015, dated October 23, 2015 (Real Decreto Legislativo 4/2015, de 23 de octubre, por el que se aprueba el texto refundido de la Ley del Mercado de Valores), Royal Decree 1310/2005, dated November 4, 2005 (Real Decreto 1310/2005 de 4 de noviembre), or otherwise in reliance on an exception from registration available thereunder.
The prospectus supplement is not intended to constitute an offer or solicitation to purchase or invest in the New Notes described therein in Switzerland, except as permitted by law. The New Notes may not be publicly offered, directly or indirectly, in Switzerland within the meaning of the Swiss Financial Services Act ("FinSA") and will not be admitted to any trading venue (exchange or multilateral trading facility) in Switzerland.
Neither the prospectus supplement nor any other offering or marketing material relating to the New Notes constitutes a prospectus as such term is understood pursuant to the FinSA, and neither the prospectus supplement nor any other offering or marketing material relating to the New Notes may be publicly distributed or otherwise made publicly available in Switzerland.
The New Notes Offering and the Switch Tender Offer qualifies as a private placement pursuant to section 2 of Uruguayan law 18.627. The New Notes and the Old Notes are not and will not be registered with the Central Bank of Uruguay to be publicly offered in Uruguay.
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MCSW donates Designmaster fencing system to increase safety and security of Uvalde CISD schools
WASHINGTON, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mid-Continent Steel and Wire, Inc. (MCSW), a division of Deacero Group, today announced it will donate Designmaster fencing system brand materials to increase the safety and security of Uvalde schools. The company adds its name to a growing group of organizations and individuals mobilizing to help the community move forward after the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary on May 24.
MCSW is one of the biggest wire manufacturers in North America. The company's main locations are in Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; and Poplar Bluff, MO and with its MAGNUM brand, it is the nation's largest nail manufacturer.
"Our hearts go out to our neighbors in the Uvalde community in the wake of great loss. We are here to help," said Fernando Villanueva, Mid-Continent's CEO. "We will do whatever we can to assist the community in moving forward and making the children in these schools safer."
As a result of the tragedy, Uvalde CISD recently announced that Robb Elementary will be demolished and rebuilt. Additionally, the district says it is working on safety and security changes at its seven other campuses. The Designmaster fencing system brand materials donated by MCSW will directly aid this effort.
"Our schools should be a safe place where all kids can learn and thrive," said George Skarich, VP of Sales for Mid-Continent. "We are proud to be a part of this effort by providing high-quality products to increase safety and security of Uvalde CISD schools."
Designmaster is a best-in-class fence system with a broad range of applications that comply with strict international standards and is the only fencing system that uses 100% non-toxic powder-coated finish, 100% free of volatile organic compounds, 100% free of Triglycidly Isocyanurate, LEED Certified. The products are currently used in schools and universities in Texas and throughout the country.
Some of the other companies recently announcing donations to Uvalde CISD schools include the Butt family and H-E-B, donating $10 million in cash; Las Vegas Raiders donating $1 million in cash; Laredo Lemonade Co donating proceeds from the sale of all flautas; McDonalds donating $250k in cash; the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans together donating $800k; and many more.
About Mid-Continent Steel and Wire, Inc. (MCSW)
Mid-Continent Steel and Wire, Inc. is one of the biggest wire manufacturers in North America. It's main locations are in Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; and Poplar Bluff, MO; and with its MAGNUM brand, it is the nation's largest nail manufacturer. The company serves a wide variety of sectors through its Mid-Continent Steel and Wire (MCSW) family of brands.
MCSW is owned by Deacero, a family-owned company that was started nearly 70 years ago in a small warehouse in Monterrey. Deacero is a fully integrated company with an infrastructure for recycling, processing waste, steel mills, finished product plants and distribution centers. Earlier this year, Deacero opened a global trade and corporate affairs office in Washington, DC.
For more information, visit www.mcswusa.com and www.deacero.com.
Contact Elizabeth Heaton, elizabeth@EAHstrategiesLLC.com, 202-445-9858
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SOURCE Mid Continent Steel & Wire, Inc. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/07/12/mid-continent-steel-wire-inc-joins-growing-group-companies-individuals-mobilizing-help-uvalde-community/ | 2022-07-13T06:54:15Z |
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SUGAR LAND, Texas, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reference is made to the recommended voluntary public share exchange offer (the "Exchange Offer") by Noble Corporation plc ("Topco") to the shareholders of The Drilling Company of 1972 A/S ("Maersk Drilling") to acquire the entire share capital in Maersk Drilling (excluding any treasury shares) in connection with the business combination of Noble Corporation ("Noble") and Maersk Drilling.
The offer document, setting out the full terms and conditions to the Exchange Offer (the "Offer Document") was approved by the Danish Financial Supervisory Authority on 8 August 2022 and published by Topco the same day. Pursuant to the Offer Document, the Exchange Offer became valid as of 10 August 2022 and expired on 8 September 2022 at 23:59 (CEST) (the "Offer Period").
Final result of the Exchange Offer
In accordance with section 21(3) of the Danish Executive Order no. 636 of 15 May 2020 on takeover bids (the "Danish Takeover Order"), Topco hereby announces the final result of the Exchange Offer. The final result shows that Topco has received acceptances to the Exchange Offer for a total of 37,266,530 shares of Maersk Drilling ("Maersk Drilling Shares") representing approximately 89.73% of the entire share capital and voting rights in Maersk Drilling. Excluding treasury shares held by Maersk Drilling, Topco has received acceptances representing approximately 90.03% of the share capital and voting rights in Maersk Drilling.
Settlement
The Exchange Offer will expectedly be settled on 3 October 2022 by the delivery of newly and validly issued, fully paid and non-assessable A ordinary shares of Topco, delivered in the form of share entitlements, to holders of Acceptance Shares and cash consideration to holders of Cash Acceptance Shares.
Compulsory purchase and delisting
As acceptances representing more than 90% of the outstanding share capital and voting rights in Maersk Drilling have been obtained by Topco in the Exchange Offer, Topco intends, as soon as practicable following settlement of the Exchange Offer, to exercise its rights under the Danish Companies Act to conduct a compulsory purchase of the Maersk Drilling Shares held by the remaining minority shareholders in Maersk Drilling.
Further, Topco has requested that Maersk Drilling submit an application to Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S for the removal from trading and official listing of all Maersk Drilling Shares from Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S. Provided that Nasdaq Copenhagen accepts such request, the delisting will expectedly be effective from 4 October 2022 and the last day of trading and official listing for Maersk Drilling Shares on Nasdaq Copenhagen is expected to be on 3 October 2022.
Upon Topco deciding to conduct a compulsory purchase, all remaining Maersk Drilling shareholders, who have not accepted the Exchange Offer and have not sold their Maersk Drilling Shares on Nasdaq Copenhagen prior to the delisting becoming effective, will be requested to transfer their Maersk Drilling Shares to Topco within the four week compulsory purchase period in accordance with section 70-72 of the Danish Companies Act. Such Maersk Drilling shareholders can elect to receive either a full cash alternative, which will amount to USD 46.79 (DKK 340.98) per Maersk Drilling Shares, or a number of Topco shares equal to the consideration offered to Maersk Drilling shareholders who have accepted the Exchange Offer. Any remaining Maersk Drilling shareholders who have not voluntarily transferred their Maersk Drilling Shares to Topco prior to the expiry of this four week period, will automatically receive the full cash alternative for the compulsory purchase of their Maersk Drilling Shares following expiry of such four week period.
The full terms, conditions and essential elements of the Exchange Offer are set forth in the Offer Document, which is available for download via Topco's website www.noblecorp.com, subject to regulatory restrictions in certain jurisdictions.
This announcement has been prepared both in English and Danish. In the event of any discrepancies between the English and Danish version, the Danish version shall prevail. Capitalised terms used in this announcement but not defined herein shall have the meaning ascribed to them in the Offer Document.
About Topco
Topco is a public limited company formed under the laws of England and Wales and is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of Noble. To date, Topco does not own any material business assets or operate any business. Upon consummation of the business combination with Maersk Drilling, Topco will be listed on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S, and Topco will own the businesses of Noble, Maersk Drilling and their respective subsidiaries. For additional information on Topco, visit www.noblecorp.com.
About Noble
Noble (NYSE: NE) is a leading offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry. Noble owns and operates one of the most modern, versatile, and technically advanced fleets in the offshore drilling industry. Noble and its predecessors have been engaged in the contract drilling of oil and gas wells since 1921. Currently, Noble performs, through its subsidiaries, contract drilling services focused largely on ultra-deepwater and high-specification jackup drilling opportunities in both established and emerging regions worldwide. Additional information on Noble is available at www.noblecorp.com.
About Maersk Drilling
With 50 years of experience operating in the most challenging offshore environments, Maersk Drilling (CSE:DRLCO) provides responsible drilling services to energy companies worldwide. Headquartered in Denmark, Maersk Drilling owns and operates a fleet of offshore drilling rigs and specialises in harsh environment and deepwater operations. For more information about Maersk Drilling, visit www.maerskdrilling.com.
Additional Information and Where to Find It
In connection with the proposed business combination, Topco has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 (the "Registration Statement") with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") that includes (i) a proxy statement of Noble that also constitutes a prospectus (the "Prospectus") for Topco and (ii) an offering prospectus of Topco to be used in connection with Topco's offer to exchange shares in Maersk Drilling for Topco Shares. The Registration Statement, as amended, was declared effective by the SEC on 11 April 2022. In addition, on 8 August 2022, the Danish Financial Supervisory Authority approved the publication of the Exemption Document and the Offer Document in connection with the Exchange Offer. Topco published the Exemption Document and the Offer Document on 8 August 2022.
INVESTORS AND SHAREHOLDERS ARE URGED TO CAREFULLY READ THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS, THE EXEMPTION DOCUMENT AND THE OFFER DOCUMENT RELATING TO THE PROPOSED BUSINESS COMBINATION IN THEIR ENTIRETY, AS WELL AS ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT HAVE BEEN OR WILL BE FILED BY EACH OF TOPCO, MAERSK DRILLING, AND NOBLE WITH THE SEC OR THE DANISH FINANCIAL SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY OR PUBLISHED ON TOPCO'S WEBSITE AT WWW.NOBLECORP.COM IN CONNECTION WITH THE BUSINESS COMBINATION OR INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE THEREIN BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TOPCO, MAERSK DRILLING AND NOBLE, THE PROPOSED BUSINESS COMBINATION AND RELATED MATTERS.
Investors and shareholders can obtain free copies of the proxy statement/prospectus and all other documents filed with the SEC by Topco and Noble through the website maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov. In addition, investors and shareholders are able to obtain free copies of the proxy statement/prospectus and other documents related thereto on Maersk Drilling's website at www.maerskdrilling.com or Noble's website at www.noblecorp.com, or by written request to Noble at Noble Corporation, Attn: Richard B. Barker, 13135 Dairy Ashford, Suite 800, Sugar Land, Texas 77478.
Important Notice
This announcement is for information purposes only and does not constitute or contain any invitation, solicitation, recommendation, offer or advice to any person to subscribe for or otherwise acquire or dispose of any securities of Noble, Maersk Drilling or Topco. Final terms and further provisions regarding the Exchange Offer are disclosed in the Offer Document, the Exemption Document and in documents filed or that will be filed with the SEC.
Unless required by mandatory law, no action has been or will be taken in any jurisdiction other than Denmark and the United States that would permit a public offering of shares in Topco, the Topco Offer Shares, the Acceptance Shares or Cash Acceptance Shares, or permit possession or distribution of the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document or any advertising material relating to the shares in Topco, the Topco Offer Shares the Acceptance Shares or Cash Acceptance Shares, except as described in the Offer Document or the Exemption Document.
NEITHER THE U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION NOR ANY U.S. STATE SECURITIES COMMISSION OR REGULATORY AUTHORITY HAS APPROVED OR DISAPPROVED OF THE SECURITIES TO BE ISSUED IN CONNECTION WITH THE BUSINESS COMBINATION BETWEEN NOBLE AND MAERSK DRILLING OR PASSED UPON THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THE EXEMPTION DOCUMENT, THE OFFER DOCUMENT OR ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS REGARDING THE EXCHANGE OFFER. ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE CONTRARY IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE UNDER U.S. LAW.
In any member state of the European Economic Area other than Denmark (each a "Relevant State"), this announcement, including any attachments hereto, is only addressed to, and is only directed at Maersk Drilling Shareholders in that Relevant State that fulfil the criteria for exemption from the obligation to publish a prospectus, including qualified investors, within the meaning of the Prospectus Regulation.
This announcement, including any attachments hereto, has been prepared on the basis that all offers of Topco Offer Shares, Acceptance Shares and Cash Acceptance Shares offered in the Exchange Offer, other than the offer contemplated in Denmark, will be made pursuant to an exemption under the Prospectus Regulation from the requirement to produce a prospectus for offers of Topco Offer Shares, Acceptance Shares and Cash Acceptance Shares. Accordingly, any person making or intending to make any offer within a Relevant State of Topco Offer Shares, Acceptance Shares or Cash Acceptance may only do so in circumstances in which no obligation arises for Topco to produce a prospectus for such offer. Topco has not authorised, and Topco will not authorise, the making of any offer of Topco Offer Shares, Acceptance Shares or Cash Acceptance Shares through any financial intermediary, other than offers made by Topco which constitute the final offer of Topco Offer Shares, Acceptance Shares and Cash Acceptance Shares as contemplated through the Exchange Offer.
The Topco Offer Shares, the Acceptance Shares and the Cash Acceptance Shares offered in the Exchange Offer have not been, and will not be, offered to the public in any Relevant State. Notwithstanding the foregoing, an offering of the Topco Offer Shares, the Acceptance Shares and the Cash Acceptance Shares offered in the Exchange Offer may be made in a Relevant State: (i) to any qualified investor as defined in the Prospectus Regulation; (ii) to fewer than 150 natural or legal persons per Relevant State (other than qualified investors as defined in the Prospectus Regulation); (iii) to investors who acquire Topco Offer Shares, Acceptance Shares and Cash Acceptance Shares for a total consideration of at least EUR 100,000 per investor, for each separate offer; and (iv) in any other circumstances falling within Article 1(4) of the Prospectus Regulation, subject to obtaining the prior consent of Topco and provided that no such offer of Topco Offer Shares, Acceptance Shares or Cash Acceptance Shares shall result in a requirement for the publication by Topco of a prospectus pursuant to Article 3 of the Prospectus Regulation or a supplementary prospectus pursuant to Article 23 of the Prospectus Regulation.
For the purposes of the foregoing paragraph, the expression an "offer to the public" in relation to any Topco Offer Shares, Acceptance Shares or Cash Acceptance Shares in any Relevant State means the communication in any form and by any means of sufficient information on the terms of the Exchange Offer as to enable an investor to decide to participate in the Exchange Offer.
In the United Kingdom, this announcement, including any attachments hereto, is only addressed to and directed at persons who are (a) both "qualified investors" (within the meaning of the UK version of the Prospectus Regulation as it forms part of UK law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018, and either (i) persons who have professional experience in matters relating to investments falling within Article 19(5) of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005, as amended (the "FSMA Order"); or (ii) persons who are high net worth entities falling within Article 49(2)(a) to (d) of the FSMA Order; and/or (b) persons to whom it may otherwise lawfully be communicated to, including under the FSMA Order (all such persons (a) and (b) together being referred to as "U.K. Relevant Persons"). Any investment activity to which this announcement, including any attachments hereto, is only available to U.K. Relevant Persons. Any person who is not a U.K. Relevant Person should not act on or rely on this announcement, including any attachments hereto, or any of its contents.
The Exchange Offer and this announcement, including any attachments hereto, are subject to the laws of Denmark. The Exchange Offer relates to the securities of a Danish company and is subject to the disclosure requirements applicable under Danish law, which may be different in material aspects from those applicable in the United States, the United Kingdom or any other applicable jurisdiction.
The Exchange Offer is being made in the U.S. pursuant to Section 14(e) of, and Regulation 14E promulgated under, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), subject to the exemptions provided by Rule 14d-1(c) under the Exchange Act and otherwise in accordance with the requirements of Danish law. The Exchange Offer is not subject to Section 14(d)(1) of, or Regulation 14D promulgated under, the Exchange Act. Maersk Drilling is not currently subject to the periodic reporting requirements under the Exchange Act and is not required to, and does not, file any reports with the SEC thereunder.
The Exchange Offer is made to Maersk Drilling Shareholders who are residing in the United States, or who are U.K. Relevant Persons residing in the United Kingdom, on the same terms and conditions as those made to all other Maersk Drilling Shareholders to whom the Exchange Offer is made. Any information documents are being disseminated to Maersk Drilling Shareholders who are resident in the United States, or who are U.K. Relevant Persons residing in the United Kingdom, on a basis reasonably comparable to the method that such documents are provided to the other Maersk Drilling Shareholders.
In addition, the procedures for the tender of Maersk Drilling Shares and settlement of the consideration due to each Maersk Drilling Shareholder who accepts the Exchange Offer will be carried out in accordance with the rules applicable in Denmark, which may differ in material aspects from the rules and procedures applicable to a tender offer for the securities of a domestic company in the United States or the United Kingdom, in particular with respect to withdrawal rights, offer timetable, settlement procedures and the payment date of the securities.
This announcement, including any attachments hereto, does not comprise a prospectus for the purposes of the U.K. Prospectus Regulation and has not been approved by or filed with the Financial Conduct Authority in the United Kingdom.
If Topco obtains the requisite number of Maersk Drilling Shares, each Maersk Drilling Shareholder residing in the United Kingdom who is not a U.K. Relevant Person may have their Maersk Drilling Shares compulsorily purchased under the compulsory purchase provisions of the Danish Companies Act.
The Exchange Offer is not being made, and the Maersk Drilling Shares will not be accepted for purchase from or on behalf of persons, in any jurisdiction in which the making or acceptance thereof would not be in compliance with the securities laws or other laws, rules or regulations of such jurisdiction or would require any registration, approval or filing with any regulatory authority not expressly contemplated by the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document. Persons obtaining the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document and/or into whose possession the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document comes are required to take due note and observe all such restrictions and obtain any necessary authorisations, approvals or consents. Neither Topco nor any of its advisors accept any liability for any violation by any person of any such restriction. Any person (including, without limitation, custodians, nominees and trustees) who intends to forward the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document or any related document to any jurisdiction outside Denmark should inform themselves of the laws of the relevant jurisdiction and should also carefully read the information contained in the Offer Document and the Exemption Document, before taking any action. The distribution of the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document in jurisdictions other than Denmark may be restricted by law, and, therefore, persons who come into possession of the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document should inform themselves about and observe such restrictions. Any failure to comply with any such restrictions may constitute a violation of the securities laws and regulations of any such jurisdiction.
Any failure to comply with these restrictions may constitute a violation of applicable securities laws. It is the responsibility of all persons obtaining the Offer Document, the Acceptance Form included as Appendix 1 in the Offer Document, the Exemption Document and/or other documents relating to the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document or to the Exchange Offer or into whose possession such documents otherwise come, to inform themselves of and observe all such restrictions. Any recipient of the Offer Document and/or the Exemption Document who is in any doubt in relation to these restrictions should consult its, his or her professional advisors in the relevant jurisdiction. Neither Topco nor the financial advisors to Noble accept or assume any responsibility or liability for any violation by any person whomsoever of any such restriction.
In accordance with customary Danish practice and subject to the requirements of Danish law, rules and regulations, Topco or any entity acting in concert with Topco and any of their respective nominees or brokers (acting as agents or in a similar capacity), may from time to time make certain purchases of, or arrangements to purchase, Maersk Drilling Shares or securities that are convertible into, exchangeable for or exercisable for Maersk Drilling Shares outside the Exchange Offer, before or during the period in which the Exchange Offer remains open for acceptance. These purchases may occur either in the open market at prevailing prices or in private transactions at negotiated prices, in each case to the extent permissible under law (include Rule 14e-5 under the Exchange Act). Any information about such purchases will be announced through Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S and relevant electronic media if, and to the extent, such announcement is required under applicable Danish law, rules or regulations. In addition, in the ordinary course of business, the financial advisors to Topco, Noble, any entity acting in concert with Topco, or Danske Bank A/S as the settlement agent, and their respective affiliates, may make or hold a broad array of investments including serving as counterparties to certain derivative and hedging arrangements and actively trade debt and equity financial instruments (or related derivative financial instruments) and other types of financial instruments (including bank loans) for their own account and for the accounts of their customers, and such investment and financial instrument activities may involve securities and/or instruments of Maersk Drilling.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements in this announcement, including any attachments hereto, may constitute forward-looking statements.
Forward-looking statements are statements (other than statements of historical fact) relating to future events and Noble and its subsidiaries (collectively, the "Noble Group"), Maersk Drilling and its subsidiaries (the "Maersk Drilling Group") and the combined Noble Group and Maersk Drilling Group following completion of the transactions contemplated by the Business Combination Agreement entered into by and between Noble and Maersk Drilling to combine (the "Combined Group") anticipated or planned financial and operational performance. The words "targets", "believes", "continues", "expects", "aims", "intends", "plans", "seeks", "will", "may", "might", "anticipates", "would", "could", "should", "estimates", "projects", "potentially" or similar expressions or the negatives thereof, identify certain of these forward-looking statements. The absence of these words, however, does not mean that the statements are not forward-looking. Other forward-looking statements can be identified in the context in which the statements are made.
Although Topco believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable as of the date of this announcement, such forward-looking statements are based on Topco's current expectations, estimates, forecasts, assumptions and projections about the Noble Group's, the Maersk Drilling Group's and the Combined Group's business and the industry in which the Noble Group and the Maersk Drilling Group operate as well as on information which Topco has received from the Maersk Drilling Group (including with respect to forecasts prepared by Noble's management with respect to expected future financial and operating performance of Maersk Drilling) and/or which has been extracted from publications, reports and other documents prepared by the Maersk Drilling Group and/or the Noble Group and are not guarantees of future performance or development and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors beyond the Noble Group's, the Maersk Drilling Group's or the Combined Group's control that could cause the Noble Group's, the Maersk Drilling Group's and/or the Combined Group's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialise, or should any underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, the Noble Group's, the Maersk Drilling Group's and/or the Combined Group's actual financial condition, cash flow or results of operations could differ materially from what is described in the Exemption Document and the Offer Document, including any attachment thereto, as anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Topco urges the Maersk Drilling Shareholders to read the Offer Document and the Exemption Document in their entirety for a more complete discussion of the factors that could affect the Combined Group's future performance and the market in which it operates.
Any forward-looking statements included in this announcement, including any attachment hereto, speak only as of today.
Topco does not intend, and does not assume, any obligations to update any forward-looking statements contained herein, except as may be required by law or the rules of the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq Copenhagen. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to Topco or to persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements referred to above and contained in this announcement, including any attachment hereto.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clark Construction Group has reached substantial completion on the renovation of George Washington University's historic Thurston Hall residence hall. The project, which broke ground in 2020, was delivered to the GW on time and on budget.
Designed by VMDO Architects, the project was a complete interior overhaul of the nine-story building that has long been a staple on GW's Foggy Bottom campus in Washington, DC. The new Thurston Hall features new dormitories for approximately 820 students, space for a planned 225-seat dining hall, and 16 lounges, including a penthouse that offers sweeping views of the city.
"Thurston Hall was the first place I lived on campus," said Gaby Porras, a project manager at Clark who helped oversee the construction project's safety program. "I feel lucky to have been part of the Clark team that helped deliver this much-needed renovation project and give back to the school that gave me so much."
The 9-story renovation was designed around a courtyard that enables students to congregate and provides natural light throughout the building. Throughout construction, Clark crews took care to maintain the historic facade of the 95-year-old building.
With the project substantially complete, the University will continue activating the building in anticipation of students moving into the building later this month.
For more than a century, Clark Construction Group has been transforming the ideas and visions of its clients into world-class projects that make the United States a stronger, safer place. As one of the nation's largest asset creators, Clark has offices strategically located across the country to serve the needs of its clients. For more information, visit www.clarkconstruction.com.
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Apple to discontinue iPods after 20-plus years
Published: May. 11, 2022 at 9:15 AM EDT|Updated: 21 minutes ago
(CNN) - The device that helped Apple change the entire music industry will soon be just a memory.
Tuesday the tech giant announced it was discontinuing the iPod.
The digital music player was first introduced back on Oct. 23, 2001. It was the first portable MP3 player that could hold up to a thousand songs.
The device redefined how people bought, enjoyed and shared music.
The iPod eventually underwent several upgrades and variations.
It started to lose popularity as smartphones took over as the main source for listening to music on the go.
Now Apple says its newest iPod touch will be the final iteration of the device.
You can buy them online and at stores for $199 while supplies last.
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MACON – U.S. Attorney Peter D. Leary has elevated three Assistant U.S. Attorneys to leadership roles within the 70-county U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Leah McEwen has been named the Deputy Criminal Chief; Assistant U.S. Attorney Amy Helmick will become the Branch Chief for the Columbus Division; and Assistant U.S. Attorney Lance Simon will serve as the Senior Litigation Counsel for the Civil Division. These three attorneys join recently promoted First Assistant U.S. Attorney and Criminal Chief Shanelle Booker, Civil Chief Kevin Abernethy and Senior Litigation Counsel for the Criminal Division Robert McCullers to comprise the legal leadership in the office.
“These individuals are highly qualified and have displayed both wisdom and passion in their pursuit of justice on behalf of the people they serve,” Leary said. “It’s critically important to the larger mission that our Office continues to develop a cutting-edge team dedicated to making our communities safer and upholding justice for all.”
McEwen will supervise the Albany and Valdosta Divisions in her new role, overseeing criminal cases involving hundreds of defendants annually. She has served as both Senior Litigation Counsel and director of the Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force program. A career prosecutor, she worked as a Dougherty County assistant district attorney before turning to federal prosecution, joining the Albany Criminal Division in 2005.
McEwen’s expertise includes leading large multi-agency drug and criminal gang prosecutions. She successfully prosecuted the nation’s first criminal case involving an unlicensed drone operator who attempted to drop drugs into a Georgia prison and was invited to share her knowledge with national OCDETF leadership. McEwen frequently provides training to prosecutors and law enforcement on criminal legal issues and was named Georgia’s Arson Prosecutor of the Year. A native of the Middle District of Georgia, she earned both her undergraduate and law degrees from Mercer University, with high honors.
Helmick will become the new Branch Chief for the Columbus Division effective July 17. She joined the office in 2018, serving in both the Civil and Criminal Divisions. Before becoming a federal prosecutor, Helmick clerked for several years for U.S. District Judge Clay Land and U.S. Magistrate Judge Stephen Hyles, both of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia, and she also worked for a Columbus-based law firm.
Helmick’s experience ranges from violent crime prosecutions to large-scale fraud cases. She has worked on high-profile civil cases defending the United States and is the Border Security Coordinator for the Office. She will manage the second-largest staffed division within the District. A graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law and Furman University, Helmick was admitted to multiple honor societies and academic groups. Born in Georgia, she is active in the Columbus community, volunteering with both civic and religious organizations, and is currently on the executive committee for the Columbus Inn of Court.
Before joining the Middle District in 2018, Simon served in two components of the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C.: first as an attorney with the Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights Section, then as a Senior Attorney in the Office of Chief Counsel for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. He previously clerked for Justice Ayala Procaccia of the Supreme Court of Israel and worked with a private law firm in Atlanta.
Since 2020, Simon has served on the adjunct faculty of Mercer University School of Law. As the Civil Division’s SLC, he will focus on high-profile civil cases at the district court and appellate levels and develop training opportunities for attorneys and community stakeholders. Simon is the first openly LGBTQ person to serve in a leadership role within the office. He received his law degree from Tulane University Law School and his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia, graduating with high honors. A first-generation American, Simon grew up in Marietta.
The Middle District of Georgia encompasses 70 of Georgia’s 159 counties, and includes Albany, Athens, Columbus, Macon and Valdosta with a population of approximately 2,045,000 people. The office is responsible for prosecuting federal crimes in the district, including crimes related to terrorism, public corruption, child exploitation, fraud, firearms, illegal gangs and narcotics. The office also defends the United States in civil cases and collects debts owed to the United States. | https://www.albanyherald.com/news/trio-takes-leadership-roles-in-middle-district-of-georgia/article_38854aa6-0391-11ed-8da4-6b7eec3cd9e5.html | 2022-07-14T18:24:47Z |
Amazon workers in NYC reject union in a reversal of fortune
(AP) – Amazon workers at a warehouse on New York City’s Staten Island overwhelmingly rejected a union bid on Monday, dealing a blow to organizers who last month pulled off the first successful U.S. organizing effort in the e-commerce giant’s history.
This time around, warehouse workers cast 618 votes — or about 62% — against the union, giving Amazon enough support to fend off a second labor win and raise questions as to whether the first victory was just a fluke.
According to the National Labor Relations Board, which oversees the process, 380 workers — or 38% — voted in favor of the grassroots union. Turnout was 61%, with about 1,600 workers eligible to vote, according to a voter list provided by Amazon.
The few ballots that were challenged by either the company or the nascent Amazon Labor Union, which led the organizing effort, were not enough to sway the outcome. Both parties have until next Monday to file objections. The ALU is weighing whether to object, said Seth Goldstein, a union attorney who provides pro-bono legal assistance to the group.
Amazon spokesperson Kelly Nantel said the company was glad workers at the warehouse “were able to have their voices heard.”
“We look forward to continuing to work directly together as we strive to make every day better for our employees,” Nantel said.
A separate election held last month gave the ALU a surprise victory when workers at a different Staten Island facility voted in favor of unionizing. That was a first for Seattle-based Amazon in the U.S.
For the union, Monday’s defeat will surely sting. A second labor win was expected to fuel more organizing at the nation’s second largest employer, and cement the power and influence of the ALU.
But despite the momentum after the first win, it was unclear whether the group would be able to replicate its success. Organizers said they had lost some support at the warehouse after filing for an election in February because they directed more energy to the nearby facility that voted to unionize last month. There were also fewer organizers working at the warehouse — roughly 10 compared with the nearly 30 employed at the other warehouse.
Some experts believed part-time workers, who organizers say the smaller facility relies on heavily, would potentially offer less union support because they might have other sources of income outside Amazon.
Kate Andrias, professor of law at Columbia University and an expert in labor law, said it can also be harder to organize part-time workers because they “have less of a stake in improving the workplace” and “may be less likely to have strong relationships with co-workers.”
Despite the loss, Chris Smalls, the fired Amazon worker who leads the ALU, wrote on Twitter Monday that he was proud of the organizers who participated, saying they had a tougher challenge after the group’s prior win.
“Nothing changes we organize!” Smalls tweeted. “do not be discouraged or sad be upset and talk to your coworkers”
The same obstacles that plagued the effort the first time, including Amazon’s aggressive anti-union tactics, were at play again. In the lead-up to the election, Amazon continued to hold mandatory meetings to persuade its workers to reject the union effort, posted anti-union flyers and launched a website urging workers to “vote NO.”
Goldstein, the attorney working with the ALU, argues Amazon stepped up its “union-busting” campaign after the last election, disciplined organizers for engaging in union activities and barred them from displaying a pro-union sign in the breakroom. The union is also taking issue with the retailer’s use of mandatory anti-union meetings for its workers. The NLRB has allowed companies to mandate such meetings, but the labor board’s top prosecutor is currently trying to get them outlawed.
Kent Wong, the director of the UCLA Labor Center, anticipated that there will be setbacks and victories in organizing Amazon. He contrasted it to Starbucks, where several stores have voted to unionize. Wong noted Amazon’s famously high turnover rate makes it hard to organize and unlike individual Starbucks locations, with 15 to 20 workers, there are far more workers at each Amazon warehouse who must be persuaded to form a union.
“This one setback is not going to stall the momentum,” Wong said. “But if Amazon can block three or four or five in a row, it will be a message to other Amazon workers, it is going to be really hard.”
John Logan, director of labor and employment studies at San Francisco State University, said he wasn’t entirely surprised by the union’s loss. He said he believes that the ALU was stretched thin. A second union victory would have solidified the union’s position, he said, but the results in many ways were more important to Amazon than the fledgling labor group.
“A second defeat could have proved fatal to the company’s efforts to stop the organizing from spreading like wildfire, just as it has done at Starbucks,” Logan said. But he noted there’s no question that “the ALU’s organizing campaign will continue and that labor activism at Amazon will continue to spread across the country.”
Andrias said she believes the loss “highlights the fundamental problems with labor law and the extent to which employers are able to exercise coercive power over workers during the course of these union campaigns.”
Even after a victory is secured, it’s still an uphill battle. Amazon has disputed the first election organized by the ALU, arguing in a filing with the NLRB that the vote was tainted by organizers and by the board’s regional office in Brooklyn that oversaw the election. The company says it wants a new election, but union supporters believe it’s an effort to delay contract negotiations and potentially blunt some of the organizing momentum. A separate NLRB regional office in the Southwest will hold a hearing later this month over the company’s objections.
Meanwhile, the final outcome of a separate union election in Bessemer, Alabama, is still up in the air with 416 outstanding challenged ballots hanging in the balance. Hearings to review those ballots are expected to begin in the coming weeks.
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NEW ORLEANS, La., Sept. 2, 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 11, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against LifeStance Health Group, Inc. (NasdaqGS: LFST), if they purchased or acquired the Company's Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the Company's June 2021 initial public offering (the "IPO"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
What You May Do
If you purchased or acquired shares of LifeStance 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-lfst/ to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by October 11, 2022.
LifeStance and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information in its IPO Registration Statement, violating federal securities laws.
The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) the Company's out-patient/virtual revenue growth was negatively affected by a decrease in virtual visits after COVID-19 lockdowns were lifted; (ii) an increasing number of in-person visits post-lockdown resulted in substantial increases to operating expenses; (iii) its physician retention rate had fallen significantly below the 87% highlighted in the IPO's registration statement leading to additional costs to bring on new physicians, who were less productive than the outgoing physicians they were replacing; and (iv) as a result, LifeStance Health's business metrics and financial prospects were not as strong as the IPO's registration statement represented.
The case is Nayani v. LifeStance Health Group, Inc., No. 22-cv-06833.
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.
To learn more about KSF, you may visit www.ksfcounsel.com.
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Bakery vandalized with hate speech ahead of drag show, police say
Published: Jul. 26, 2022 at 11:58 AM CDT|Updated: 46 minutes ago
LAKE IN THE HILLS, Ill. (CNN) – A hate crime in Illinois is forcing the organizers of a drag show to reschedule.
Joseph Collins is charged with vandalism and writing hate messages at the UpRising Bakery and Café northwest of Chicago.
In a release, Lake in the Hills police said the bakery sustained broken windows along with anti-LGBTQ graffiti that was spray-painted on the building.
The bakery had planned to host a drag show brunch. That event is now on hold while repairs are being done.
Corinna Sac, the owner of the bakery, said there are plans to go on with the drag show in the future.
The 24-year-old suspect is being held on a $10,000 bond.
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Movies, New Channels and Special Offers Highlight an Exciting Month of Streaming Options for LG Smart TV Owners
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This month LG's exclusive free streaming service, LG Channels, is offering LG TV owners access to a wide range of modern movie classics free to stream for a limited time for the month of September. Whether viewers are in the mood for a heart-pumping action thriller or an emotional rom-com, LG Channels has something for everyone.
In addition to the movie lineup, LG Channels continues to add new channels this month bringing the total free channel offering to over 350 including Love Nature (101) and the ACL Cornhole TV channel (492).
LG Channels offers a wide selection of premium live and on-demand programming, including movies, TV shows, news, sports, children's programs, and more. LG smart TV owners can easily discover their favorite programs by launching the LG Channels application on their LG TV's webOS platform.
Here's a look at what's new on LG Channels this month:
Limited-Time Free Movie Features
The Mask - Jim Carrey and Cameron Diaz star in this story of a sweet, socially inept bank teller who discovers a mask that transforms him into a superhero ... but one whom you may not want to call for help.
Million Dollar Baby - Academy Award winners Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank and Morgan Freeman star in this gritty drama of a veteran boxing trainer, his former boxing cohort--and the woman who strides into his gym and announces she intends to become a professional fighter.
P.S. I Love You - When Holly (Hilary Swank), a 22-year-old widow, must put her life back together after losing her husband, Gerry (Gerard Butler), she discovers that he has left her a list of tasks revealed in 10 messages, delivered anonymously, that gradually ease her out of grief and lead her to a new life.
Doc Hollywood - Michael J. Fox stars as young, brash and brilliant Dr. Benjamin Stone, who heads out on a road trip to California, after completing his residency, for a dose of fun, sun and lots of money as a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, but takes an unforeseen detour into Grady, South Carolina.
The Rookie - A short-tempered veteran cop, and his quiet new partner, who has long been haunted by guilt over his brother's death, are determined to find the man who murdered his former partner in this hard-hitting action thriller.
Going The Distance – In this romantic comedy, Drew Barrymore and Justin Long star as a couple navigating the pitfalls and miscommunications of their bicoastal romance, dodging bad advice from friends and some predatory singles who won't take "taken" for an answer.
Yes Man - Jim Carrey stars as Carl Allen in the story of a man whose life, with a single word, changes drastically after agreeing to try spontaneity by saying "Yes"… to everything. But his willingness to embrace every opportunity might just become too much of a good thing.
New to LG Channels in the United States
ACL Cornhole TV (492) (TripleB Media): ACL Cornhole TV is the ultimate destination for fans of Cornhole. Tune in for coverage of American Cornhole League events and original programming with ACL Analysts and Pros.
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Special Offers for LG Smart TV Owners
LG's Shoptime app, a collaboration with QVC, is your destination for back-to-school shopping from the comfort of your couch. QVC is offering a variety of special deals perfect for sprucing up a home or decking out a dorm room which you can shop right from the comfort of your home via your LG Smart TV.
LG Electronics is partnering with Google Stadia to offer three free months of access1 to Stadia Pro for both new and existing LG Smart TV owners. This limited-time promotion is now available and applies to LG TVs2 operating webOS 5.0 or higher in 22 countries3 where Stadia, Google's cloud gaming platform, is now available. Play hit games such as Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Far Cry 6 with a supported controller.
Save over 40% when you prepay for a year of HBO Max. Terms apply. For complete details, open HBO Max on your LG Smart TV4.
1 Offer available to new Stadia Pro subscribers. A valid form of payment is required to sign up, but you will not be charged during the first three months and you may cancel at any time – you must cancel before the three-month period expires or you will be charged for the fourth month. For how to manage your subscription, visit g.co/stadia/subscriptions.
2 Complete list of compatible TV models and controllers can be found here
3 Google Stadia is currently available in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, Austria, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania and Hungary.
4Offer valid through 10/30/22. Savings are based on price of the yearly plan paid upfront compared to the price of the monthly plan paid over 12 months. Discount applies to first year only. Terms apply. For complete details, visit HBOMax.com.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $63 billion global innovator in technology and manufacturing. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, energy solutions and vehicle components. LG is 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year-Sustained Excellence. The company's commitment to environmental sustainability and its "Life's Good" marketing theme encompass how LG is dedicated to people's happiness by exceeding expectations today and tomorrow. www.LG.com.
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NBA HALL-OF-FAMER TO MEET WITH PARTNERS, LANDOWNERS, CUSTOMERS, GOVERNMENT OFFICALS AND OTHERS IN CALI AND BOGOTÁ
LAS VEGAS and BOGOTÁ, Colombia, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One World Products, Inc. (OTCQB: OWPC) ("One World," "OWP," or the "Company"), the largest Black-controlled, fully-licensed hemp and cannabis producer in Colombia, is pleased to announce that its Chairman and CEO, Isiah Thomas, will visit Cali and Bogotá in Colombia from April 26-28, 2022.
"I am thrilled to be returning to Colombia to meet with our partners, landowners, customers, government officials and other companies on our first trip without stringent COVID-19 travel restrictions," stated Mr. Thomas. "After recently signing our partnership agreement with the National Association of Mayors of Municipalities with Afro-Colombian population ("AMUNAFRO"), I'm excited for this opportunity to meet the mayors in person to reaffirm our long-term core commitment to ESG standards, to further expand our ability to perform in the marketplace and to build a strong foundation with an organization which is so rich in culture and heritage."
Mr. Thomas added, "Our partnership is committed to strengthening the economic viability of Afro-Colombian communities by utilizing One World Products' existing partnerships and experience as a leader in the cannabis and hemp industry. The goal of both OWP and AMUNAFRO is to serve the Afro-Colombian community through the formation of a business consortium of Afro-Colombian small and emerging business entities with an interest in the cultivation of industrial hemp.
"Our partnership will also serve as a vehicle for creating a database of public and private organizations in Colombia to create a clearinghouse for synergy and growth," continued Mr. Thomas. "Together, OWP and AMUNAFRO will expand technical and economic cooperation in the areas of trade, education, sports, tourism, and income generation for the benefit of the population. We are currently in the process of creating a task force to identify areas of sustainable growth and maintain the alliance while also meeting with federal government officers, embassies, and African-descendant mayors to identify and further common goals. The task force will also seek input from sector representatives, trade stakeholders, and high-ranking officials. This week's trip to Colombia enhances this vital process going forward. We are excited about the future of OWP as we continue to be a pioneer in the burgeoning industrial global hemp and cannabis space."
About Isiah Thomas
Isiah Thomas was inducted into the National Basketball Association (NBA) Hall of Fame in 2000 after spending his entire career with the Detroit Pistons. He was a 12-time NBA All-Star, a two-time NBA champion, the 1990 NBA Finals Most Valuable Player, and named as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History. Today, Mr. Thomas serves as an analyst for NBA TV and is an accomplished and highly respected international business executive and investor. His portfolio of companies was developed through Isiah International, Inc. Mr. Thomas previously served on the Chicago Stock Exchange's Board of Governors, was a co-founder of the NBA's Toronto Raptors, Popcorn Indiana, and was a member of the Board of Get-in Chicago, an organization that focused on preventing gang violence in Chicago. He is a Distinguished Alumnus of Indiana University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. He also received his Master of Education from the University of California at Berkeley.
Mr. Thomas' business interests include sports and entertainment, real estate, waste management, hemp, cannabis, and a CBD personal products company, among others. In addition, Mr. Thomas has developed a very successful champagne business, Cheurlin Champagnes. He has cultivated excellent relationships with the grower, employees, and the French government. As a result, he now owns the proprietary genetics for the Champagne grapes he produces and has perfected an international import/export system for the global distribution of the product. More information is available at www.isiahinternational.com.
About One World Products, Inc.
One World Products is the largest Black-controlled, fully licensed hemp and cannabis producer with offices in Las Vegas, Nevada, and offices and operations in Bogota and Popayan, Colombia. One World Products planted its first crop of cannabis in 2018 at its cultivation site in Popayan, Colombia, and began harvesting commercially in the first quarter of 2020. The Company expects to supply its global clients with the highest quality industrial and commercial applications for cannabis, hemp, and hemp products, including derivatives in crude oil, distillate, and isolate forms with industrial-scale production to serve global cannabis and hemp demand. Its products will be produced and tested according to GAP, GMP and ISO standards.
One World Products was recently selected by Stellantis N.V., one of the world's largest automotive manufacturers with brands such as Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Maserati, and Peugeot - to develop and supply hemp-based bioplastic solutions for interior and exterior components.
As its name suggests, One World also focuses on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. Emphasizing its impact on the environment and ensuring that its employees, particularly those within its Colombia operations, are valued and recognized for their contributions, while maintaining stewardship over their indigenous land. For more information, please visit https://oneworldproducts.com/.
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Fund has been a top performer among all inflation-focused funds; marks latest step in the firm's aggressive expansion into ETFs
NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AXS Investments, a leading asset manager providing access to alternative investments for growth, income and diversification, announced that it will ring today's Opening Bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The firm will be on hand to mark the successful launch of the AXS Astoria Inflation Sensitive ETF (NYSE Arca: PPI), an actively managed ETF designed to hedge against inflation and generate appreciation through inflation-sensitive investments.
PPI launched on December 30, 2021, and has already crossed the $75 million asset threshold as investors and advisors have been drawn to the ETF's highly differentiated approach to not only hedge against inflation, but also to identify those stocks with the potential to benefit from rising prices.
"It is a great thrill for us to be ringing The Opening Bell at the New York Stock Exchange this morning," said Greg Bassuk, CEO of AXS Investments. "PPI is a timely ETF for investors, and we've been very pleased at the response from the marketplace."
For more information on PPI, please visit https://www.axsinvestments.com/axs-astoria-inflation-sensitive-etf/
About AXS Investments
AXS Investments is a leading alternative investment manager providing a diversified family of alternative investments for growth, income and diversification. The firm empowers investors to diversify their portfolios with investments previously available only to the largest institutional and high net worth investors. The investor-friendly AXS funds are time-tested, liquid, transparent and managed by high pedigreed portfolio managers with long and strong track records. For more information, visit www.axsinvestments.com.
There are risks involved with investing including the possible loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of any fund before investing. To obtain a prospectus containing this and other important information, please click here to view or download a prospectus online. Read the fund's prospectus carefully before you invest.
There is no guarantee the sectors or asset classes the advisor identifies will benefit from inflation. Fund may invest a larger portion of its assets in one or more sectors than many other funds, and thus will be more susceptible to negative events affecting those sectors.
Shares of ETFs are bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the ETF. Brokerage commissions will reduce returns. NAVs are calculated using prices as of 4:00 PM Eastern Time. The closing price is the midpoint between the bid and ask price as of the close of exchange. Closing price returns do not represent the returns you would receive if you traded shares at other times.
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Marseille secures 2nd place after Saint-Etienne collapses
PARIS (AP) — Marseille has consolidated second place in the French league by rallying past relegation-threatened Saint-Etienne 4-2 in a game full of blunders. Gabon striker Denis Bouanga gave Saint-Etienne the lead in the ninth minute by shooting past goalkeeper Pau Lopez, who made an embarrassing handling mistake. Saint-Etienne then self-destructed by conceding two penalties and scoring an own goal. Strasbourg has emerged as a surprise contender in the race for European spots after edging Lens 1-0 to climb up to fourth place. Monaco edged lowly Metz 2-1 to move into sixth. In his French league debut, Brazilian winger Tete kept Lyon’s slim European hopes alive in a 3-2 victory over Angers. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/03/strasbourg-up-to-4th-in-french-league-after-beating-lens-1-0/ | 2022-04-03T18:33:08Z |
Multi-Channel Program Aimed at Gathering Insights from People Facing Hunger to Inform White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health
CHICAGO, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Feeding America®, the nation's largest hunger-relief network of 200 food banks, 21 statewide associations and 60,000 partner food pantries and meal programs, today announced the launch of Elevating Voices to End Hunger, an effort aimed to collect input from people facing food insecurity. Through Elevating Voices to End Hunger, the Feeding America network will engage in a variety of activities to reach people in community, listen and learn with the goal of co-creating solutions to be shared with the White House, which has set a goal to end hunger by 2030.
"As the nationwide network of food banks, food pantries and meal programs, Feeding America provides billions of meals to tens of millions of people each year," said Vince Hall, chief government relations officer at Feeding America. "The network covers every county, borough and parish and Elevating Voices aims to amplify the power and voices of neighbors in need across the country. Feeding America believes that communities understand the solutions to their problems better than anyone, and we want to help surface those solutions to inform policies and programs to end hunger."
Elevating Voices to End Hunger will connect directly with individuals and families with living or lived experience of food insecurity through 100 listening sessions, 10,000 questionnaires and 100,000 text message conversations. That data and insights will be published in a report later this summer.
Earlier in May, the White House announced that it will host a conference on hunger, nutrition and health this September aimed at ending hunger, reducing diet-related disease, and increasing physical activity. Feeding America's Elevating Voices to End Hunger initiative is supremely focused on guiding principles that put the people facing hunger at the center, with solutions grounded in preserving their dignity and agency.
"Hunger and food insecurity are nonpartisan issues and there are families, individuals, children and seniors facing hunger in every community," continued Hall. "The Feeding America network has a long history of co-creating solutions with community partners. We strongly believe that hunger in America is solvable, and that this is a moment to come together and decide, once and for all, that hunger is unacceptable."
To learn more about Feeding America's hunger-relief efforts, visit FeedingAmerica.org.
Contact
Zuani Villarreal
Feeding America
312.641.6532
About Feeding America
Feeding America® is the largest hunger-relief organization in the United States. Through a network of more than 200 food banks, 21 statewide food bank associations, and over 60,000 partner agencies, food pantries and meal programs, we helped provide 6.6 billion meals to tens of millions of people in need last year. Feeding America also supports programs that prevent food waste and improve food security among the people we serve; brings attention to the social and systemic barriers that contribute to food insecurity in our nation; and advocates for legislation that protects people from going hungry. Visit www.feedingamerica.org, find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.
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The in-person summit will feature speakers Brad Garlinghouse, Mike Novogratz, Keith Grossman, Balaji Srinivasan, Devin Finzer, Christine Moy and 150+ more
NEW YORK, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Messari, a leading provider of crypto market intelligence products, today has announced the initial speakers attending its Mainnet 2022 summit. The third annual summit will take place from September 21-23 at Pier 36 in New York City.
Attendees can look forward to fireside chats between Messari Co-Founder and CEO Ryan Selkis and Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, Galaxy CEO Mike Novogratz and TIME President Keith Grossman as well as others. Additional speakers will include angel investor, tech founder, and author of The Network State Balaji Srinivasan, OpenSea Co-Founder and CEO Devin Finzer, and Apollo Global Management Partner and Head of Digital Management Christine Moy, who will be joined by 150+ other leading operators, builders, and investors from across the crypto industry.
"As 2022 has already proven to be a monumental year for the industry, we are excited to offer attendees an event that cuts through the noise and focuses on the innovations that will drive our industry forward," said Messari CEO Ryan Selkis. "Attendees should leave Mainnet feeling confident that the long-term outlook for crypto has never been brighter."
The in-person event will provide the ideal environment for attendees and speakers to convene for programming that focuses on addressing the ecosystem's challenges and advancements. Interactive and collaborative sessions include:
- Testnet: A series of quick pop-up sessions will teach participants how to use some of the most innovative platforms and applications through hands-on demos.
- Operating Advice: Attendees will gain actionable insights in 20 minutes or less for every area of the C-suite.
- Technical Content: Bear markets are all about builders. Mainnet 2022 summit will host developer workshops for the technically savvy that preview what's next in blockchain engineering.
- Regulation and Policy Discussions: Attendees will have the opportunity to listen to conversations between industry leaders and policymakers to learn what the future of crypto regulation should look like.
- Quarterly Reports: Join Messari analysts as they present a financial and roadmap snapshot of the most popular protocols. During these sessions, attendees will be able to participate in an in-depth Q&A with the leaders of those projects.
"The next few months will be crucial for our industry heading into 2023. This is the time to learn, adapt, and focus on building strong foundations," said Selkis. "Mainnet is an opportunity for industry leaders to share what they have been working on and make the connections that will help lead to new breakthroughs in the years ahead."
People interested in attending the summit can purchase tickets on the Mainnet website. For students and developers interested in attending, Mainnet 2022 is offering discounted tickets they can apply for.
Mainnet is an immersive, agenda-setting annual summit hosted by Messari. The summit gathers crypto leaders, operators, builders, and investors for three days of future-focused collaboration, networking, and programming. Attendees should expect interactive discussions, hands-on product demonstrations, technical workshops, and one-on-one meeting opportunities with leaders in the space. Learn more at mainnet.events or for more information, contact events@messari.io.
Mainnet is a production of Messari, the leading provider of market intelligence products focused on the digital asset ecosystem. For individuals and institutions alike, Messari combines deep analysis, data, news, and powerful tools to improve industry transparency and drive smarter participation in crypto. Since its inception in 2018, Messari has built strong relationships with the industry's top thinkers, investors, and builders from today's most promising projects. These relationships exceptionally position the company to create event programming that will attract attendees at all stages of their crypto investment journey from around the world. Learn more about Messari at messari.io.
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Mary Dawson
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the mercury rises in the Carolinas today and over the weekend, Duke Energy is providing tips and tools to help customers save energy – and money – while trying to stay cool.
Duke Energy has sufficient resources to meet customers' energy needs and continues to monitor its power plants, power lines and other equipment to help ensure customers receive reliable service during the heat wave.
High temperatures bring higher usage for customers, which can translate into higher bills. But a few smart, simple tips can help energy users take control of their bill and save money.
Low- to no-cost energy efficiency tips
High temperatures can lead to higher energy usage and bills as customers combat the heat. Below are some tips to help manage your energy use.
- Change air filters regularly. A dirty air filter makes an HVAC system work harder, which uses more energy.
- Set your thermostat at the highest comfortable setting. The smaller the difference between the inside and outside temperatures, the lower your energy usage and bill will be.
- Close blinds, drapes and curtains during the hottest part of the day. Keeping your blinds, drapes and curtains closed will help prevent the sun's rays from heating your house.
- Use a ceiling fan in occupied rooms to supplement your air conditioning. Make sure the fans are set to operate in a counterclockwise direction to push cool air down into living spaces. Only use ceiling fans in rooms that are occupied; fans cool people, not things.
- Grill outdoors. Using your electric oven and stovetop creates a lot of indoor heat. Help save energy by firing up the grill outdoors or prepare meals that don't require cooking.
- Turn off unnecessary lights. Be sure to turn off lights when you leave a room. Lights emit heat and cause your air conditioning system to work harder.
Track, manage your energy usage
Energy use typically spikes in the summer since air conditioning is one of the biggest energy users in your home. Customers can also easily track and adjust their usage during this week's heat wave.
- Customers with smart meters can check online to view their daily usage. Smart meters collect usage information by the hour, so checking spikes throughout the month – by day and even hour – can show what appliances and behaviors are increasing their bills. Video and b-roll available here.
- Duke Energy customers with smart meters also receive usage alerts through email and/or text halfway through their billing cycle, well before their bill arrives, with their current usage amount and a projection of what their final monthly bill could be.
- Customers can also set budget alerts, so they know when their bill reaches a specific dollar amount of their choosing, allowing them to adjust their usage and help save money on their bill.
- Customers without smart meters can sign up to receive high bill alerts for when adverse weather is projected to increase their electric bills by at least 30% and $30 compared to historical usage.
Other energy-saving programs, tips and guidance to help you manage higher energy bills that can result from increased energy is available at duke-energy.com/Summer.
Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies. Its electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. The company employs 28,000 people.
Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business and at least a 50% carbon reduction from electric generation by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The 2050 net-zero goals also include Scope 2 and certain Scope 3 emissions. In addition, the company is investing in major electric grid enhancements and energy storage, and exploring zero-emission power generation technologies such as hydrogen and advanced nuclear.
Duke Energy was named to Fortune's 2022 "World's Most Admired Companies" list and Forbes' "America's Best Employers" list. More information is available at duke-energy.com. The Duke Energy News Center contains news releases, fact sheets, photos and videos. Duke Energy's illumination features stories about people, innovations, community topics and environmental issues. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
Media contact: Jeff Brooks
800.559.3853
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BEIJING (AP) — Some residents of Shanghai were allowed out of their homes as the city of 25 million eased a two-week-old shutdown Tuesday after a video posted online showed what was said to be people who ran out of food breaking into a supermarket.
About 6.6 million people can go outdoors, but some must stay in their own neighborhoods, the online news outlet The Paper reported, citing city officials. The government said some markets and pharmacies would reopen.
A health official warned Shanghai doesn’t have the virus under control despite easing restrictions.
“The epidemic is in a period of rapid growth,” said Lei Zhenglong of the National Health Commission at a news conference. “Community transmission has not been effectively contained.”
The abrupt closure of most businesses starting March 28 and orders to stay home left the public fuming about lack of access to food and medicine. People who test positive for the virus are forced into sprawling temporary quarantine facilities criticized by some as crowded and unsanitary.
Meanwhile, the American government announced all “non-emergency U.S. government employees” would be withdrawn from its Shanghai Consulate. A foreign ministry spokesman defended China’s handling of the outbreak and accused Washington of politicizing its evacuation.
Also Tuesday, the government of Guangzhou, a manufacturing and trading center northwest of Hong Kong, announced a new round of virus testing for its 19 million people. Most access to the city was stopped after 27 infections were found Monday.
The unusual severity of Shanghai’s shutdown appeared to be driven as much by politics as by public health concerns.
The struggle in China’s richest city is an embarrassment during a politically sensitive year when President Xi Jinping is expected to try to break with tradition and award himself a third five-year term as leader of the ruling Communist Party.
China’s case numbers are relatively low, but the ruling party is enforcing a “zero-tolerance” strategy aimed at isolating every case. Some officials have been fired for failing to act aggressively enough, which gives others an incentive to impose extreme measures.
The government reported 24,659 new cases through midnight Monday, including 23,387 with no symptoms. That included 23,346 in Shanghai, only 998 of whom had symptoms.
In Shanghai, more than 200,000 cases but no deaths have been reported in the latest wave of infections.
The government eased restrictions by announcing residents of areas with no cases for at least two weeks can leave their homes starting Tuesday. It said they could go to other areas that also had no new cases during that time but were urged to stay home when possible.
Such “prevention areas” have about 4.8 million people, The Paper reported, citing city officials. It said all but 500,000 of those were in less crowded suburbs.
An additional 1.8 million people in “control areas” with no new cases in the past week are allowed out but can’t leave their neighborhoods, the report said.
Another 15 million people in “quarantine areas” that have had infections in the past week still are barred from leaving their homes. The report gave no indication of the status of the remaining 3.4 million people in the official population.
The shutdown of Shanghai, home of the world’s busiest port and China’s main stock exchange, has prompted fears manufacturing and global trade might be disrupted.
Automakers in Shanghai, a manufacturing center, have suspended or reduced production due to interruptions in supplies of components. The port’s management says operations are normal, but European Union Chamber of Commerce in China has estimated the volume of cargo it handles every day has fallen 40%.
Residents complained the shutdown left them without access to food or medicine and unable to look after elderly relatives who lived alone.
The government distributed packages of vegetables and other food for a few days at least twice to some households. Others said they received nothing.
A video that circulated online Saturday showed what a caption said were people in the Songjiang district breaking into a supermarket and carrying away cartons of food.
Police denied the event occurred in Shanghai. A police statement Tuesday said the video was posted by a man in Kunshan, west of Shanghai, but not when or where it was shot. It said the man received unspecified “administrative penalties” for “disrupting public order by fabricated facts.”
The Associated Press was unable to find the source of the video or when and where it was shot.
Official plans in late March called for suspending access to districts of Shanghai for four days at a time while residents were tested. After case numbers soared, that changed to an indefinite citywide shutdown with only a few hours’ notice.
Despite a promise by city officials to improve food supplies, residents said online grocers often sold out early in the day or were unable to deliver. Vendors said they added hundreds of employees to speed deliveries.
The State Department last week advised Americans against travel to China due to “arbitrary enforcement” of laws and anti-virus restrictions. It cited a risk of “parents and children being separated.”
On Tuesday, a State Department statement said the U.S. government decided “it is best for our employees and their families to be reduced in number” due to “changing circumstances on the ground.”
The foreign ministry criticized the announcement and said China’s anti-virus work is “scientific and effective.”
“The United States should immediately stop attacking China’s epidemic prevention policy, stop political manipulation with the epidemic issue and stop smearing and discrediting China,” said a ministry spokesman, Zhao Lijian.
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AP video producer Liu Zheng and researcher Yu Bing in Beijing and researcher Chen Si in Shanghai contributed. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/shanghai-eases-2-week-shutdown-letting-some-residents-out/ | 2022-04-12T14:26:02Z |
WHEELING, W.Va., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wheeling, WV based Main Street Financial Services Corp. reported its second quarter year to date financial results on Friday, August 05, 2022.
Main Street Financial Services Corp reported its second quarter year to date financial results on Friday, August 05, 2022.
Year to date Revenue was $10.44 million compared to $10.41 million in 2021.
Year to date Net Income as $2.42 million compared to $2.44 million in 2021.
Total assets came in at $589.9 million in 2022 versus $554.4 million in 2021.
Gross loans totaled $401.7million in 2022 versus $404.3 million in 2021.
Total deposits totaled $513.7million in 2022 versus $477.4 million in 2021.
About Main Street Bank:
Main Street Bank was founded in June 2001, and we are proud that our bank is locally owned and managed. We know that a locally based bank staffed by seasoned banking professionals has a greater understanding of what local people need. Our customers know that the best bankers in the Ohio Valley work at Main Street Bank. We make decisions quickly and respond rapidly to advancements in the banking industry, always remembering that technology can never replace sincere, personal service.
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Winter Weather Advisory issued April 9 at 1:55AM MDT until April 10 at 3:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches
the mountains,and 2 to 4 inches in the lower elevations.
* WHERE…Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Jackson Hole.
* WHEN…From 9 PM this evening to 3 PM Sunday. The heaviest snow
will occur tonight.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions especially over Teton
and Togwotee mountain passes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Visibility in heavier bursts of snow will
be around a half mile.
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. | https://localnews8.com/weather/alerts-weather/2022/04/09/winter-weather-advisory-issued-april-9-at-155am-mdt-until-april-10-at-300pm-mdt-by-nws-riverton-wy/ | 2022-04-09T09:27:31Z |
- 40% growth in Equity Index ADV, driven by micro and E-mini contracts
- Record SOFR options and futures OI on July 29
CHICAGO, August 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today reported its July 2022 market statistics, showing average daily volume (ADV) increased 20% to 20.4 million contracts during the month. Market statistics are available in greater detail at https://cmegroupinc.gcs-web.com/monthly-volume.
July 2022 ADV across asset classes includes:
• Interest Rate ADV of 9 million contracts
• Equity Index ADV of 6.7 million contracts
• Options ADV of 3.6 million contracts
• Energy ADV of 1.9 million contracts
• Agricultural ADV of 1.3 million contracts
• Foreign Exchange ADV of 959,000 contracts
• Metals ADV of 553,000 contracts
Additional July 2022 product highlights compared to July 2021 include:
• Equity Index ADV increased 40%
° Micro E-mini S&P 500 futures ADV increased 81%
° Micro E-mini Nasdaq-100 futures ADV increased 61%
° E-mini S&P 500 options ADV increased 49%
° E-mini Nasdaq-100 options ADV increased 44%
° Micro E-mini Dow Jones futures ADV increased 34%
° E-mini Nasdaq-100 futures ADV increased 22%
• Foreign Exchange ADV increased 30%
° E-mini Euro FX futures ADV increased 81%
° Canadian Dollar futures ADV increased 17%
• Interest Rate ADV increased 16%
° Record SOFR options open interest (OI) of 8,735,423 contracts on July 29
° Record SOFR futures OI of 7,298,956 contracts on July 29
° 20 trading days when SOFR futures daily volume surpassed Eurodollar futures, with SOFR futures ADV in July equivalent to 139% of Eurodollar futures ADV in the same period
° 30-Day Fed Fund futures ADV increased 360%
° 5-Year U.S. Treasury Note options ADV increased 74%
° 2-Year U.S. Treasury Note futures ADV increased 64%
° 10-Year U.S. Treasury Note options ADV increased 22%
° 5-Year U.S. Treasury Note futures ADV increased 23%
• Options ADV increased 15%
° Equity Index options ADV increased 45%
° Metals options ADV increased 42%
° Agricultural options ADV increased 42%
° Foreign Exchange options ADV increased 7%
• Agricultural ADV increased 14%
° Chicago SRW Wheat options ADV increased 51%
° Corn options ADV increased 54%
° Soybean Oil options ADV increased 45%
° Soybean Meal options ADV increased 45%
° Soybean Meal futures ADV increased 26%
• Metals ADV increased 3%
° Gold options ADV increased 58%
° Copper options ADV increased 38%
° Cryptocurrency ADV increased 120%
° Ether futures ADV increased 137%
° Bitcoin futures ADV increased 72%
• Micro Products ADV
° Micro E-mini Equity Index futures and options ADV of 2.9 million contracts represented 43% of overall Equity Index ADV, Micro WTI Crude Oil futures accounted for 7% of overall Energy ADV, Micro Ether futures accounted for 0.4% of overall Equity Index ADV and Micro Bitcoin futures accounted for 0.2% of overall Equity Index ADV
• ADV outside the United States increased 15% to 5.6 million contracts, including 31% growth in APAC, 20% in Latin America and 9% in EMEA
• BrokerTec U.S. Repo average daily notional value (ADNV) increased 18% to $261B, European Repo ADNV increased 16% to €344.5B, and U.S. Treasury ADNV increased 15% to $121.6B
• EBS Spot FX ADNV increased 12% to $64.5B
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TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Syrian President Bashar Assad on Sunday was in Tehran meeting Iranian leaders, Iranian state-linked media reported, marking his second trip to Tehran since Syria’s civil war erupted in 2011.
Nour News, close to Iran’s security apparatus, said in the Sunday report that Assad met Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Ebrahim Raisi earlier in the day. It said Assad later left Tehran for Damascus, Syria.
It said details of the meetings will be published later.
This is the first visit by Assad in more than two years. His earlier visit was in February 2019.
Iran is a key regional supporter of Assad in the the Arab nation civil war that erupted in 2011. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/syria-president-assad-visits-iran-for-meetings-in-rare-trip/ | 2022-05-09T07:19:00Z |
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — In a small enclave in northern Arizona where homes are nestled in a Ponderosa pine forest and tourists delight in camping, hiking and cruising on ATVs, high winds are nothing new.
But when those winds recently ramped up and sent what was a small wildfire racing toward their homes, residents in the close-knit Girls Ranch neighborhood near Flagstaff faced a dilemma: quickly grab what they could and flee, or stay behind and try to ward off the towering, erratic flames.
Most of the property owners left. One couple stood their ground. Another raced to save animals on neighbors’ properties.
The blaze that started Easter Sunday swept across vacant lots, scorched tree stumps and cast an orange glow on the parched landscape. Flames licked the corner of one woman’s porch and destroyed two other homes, leaving a mosaic of charred land as the 30-square-mile (77 square-kilometer) fire finally neared full containment this weekend.
Elsewhere, firefighters in northern New Mexico on Sunday continued to battle the largest active wildfire in the U.S. as strong winds pushed it closer to the small city of Las Vegas.
Officials said the blaze had damaged or destroyed 172 homes and at least 116 structures since it started April 6 and merged with another wildfire a week ago. Officials said the fire had grown to 162 square miles (419 square kilometers), but was still 30% contained.
The blazes are among many this spring that forced panicked residents to make life-or-death, fight-or-flee snap decisions as wildfire season heats up in the U.S. West. Years of hotter and drier weather have the exacerbated blazes, leading them to frequently burn larger areas and for longer periods compared with previous decades.
Some who live in Girls Ranch had just minutes to react.
____
Polly Velie rushed out of a physical therapy appointment when she learned her home was in the evacuation zone. She sped through embers and thick smoke to find her husband hosing down the driveway. Her voice shrieked as she yelled above the smoke alarms going off throughout the house.
“Bill, we gotta go!” she hollered.
But Bill Velie — who cut fire lines with a dozer in multiple states for years — was intent on staying. It’s the same decision the couple made in 2010 when another wildfire in the area forced evacuations. Polly Velie said she’s never been more scared, but the choice wasn’t difficult: “This is our house, and he’s my husband.”
The couple watched neighbors load up horses and donkeys and haul them off. They saw torched tumbleweeds fly across a major highway, flames tear through an old stone house and a propane tank burst.
“Boy, that made her jump,” Bill Velie said. “Just like a bomb went off.”
Firefighters encouraged them at least a handful of times to leave, and they agreed to if the winds shifted. More than anything, Bill Velie reassured them he had things under control.
He had thinned parts of the national forest on the other side of his property line, and he regularly mows the grass. They kept sprinklers running outside, and Bill Velie bladed the edge of the forest a few times where it looked like the fire was crawling toward neighbors’ homes. At night, the flames twinkled on the hill behind them like red stars in the sky.
“I’ve seen some exciting stuff, but not like this for a while,” he said. “Do I miss it? No.”
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Ali Taranto and her husband, Tim, own a house in the neighborhood. They saw news about the fire on a neighborhood Facebook page and drove from Winslow, where she works as a nurse about an hour away, to check on the 5-acre (2-hectare) property.
Ali Taranto drove past the neighborhood’s namesake Girls Ranch property, once a home for troubled girls, and saw parts of the white fence melted to the ground.
She checked on her neighbor, Marianne Leftwich, who said she was fine. But Taranto didn’t hear from her for about an hour. Then, Leftwich’s daughter called to say her mother was stuck in her house.
Taranto alerted emergency responders, she said, but dispatch told her she’d probably get to Leftwich before they could. Taranto found the woman semi-conscious and gasping for air, in need ofhelp to evacuate, Taranto said.
“As a community in an emergency like this, all the systems were totally overwhelmed,” Taranto said. “Thank God I got there and got her out in time.”
Taranto took Leftwich’s dogs to a kennel, then returned to rescue a goat and a cow she saw roaming around nearby.
Other than some burned grass and brush, Taranto’s property was unscathed.
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Harriet Young’s house overlooks the neighborhood. She hired an arborist last year to remove dead trees and cut low-lying branches as a fire-prevention measure. She had pinkish gravel laid on the long driveway and around the front of her house.
Young believes it saved the home she and her late husband built in the 1990s. The wildfire burned all around it, sparing the house and the invasive olive trees that her daughter wished hadn’t survived.
“This was a miracle, that’s all I got to say,” said Young’s daughter, Stacey Aldstadt, who stayed with her mom for a few days after the fire swept through.
When they were allowed back home a week ago on Sunday, they had no heat or hot water. Young spent four days battling with propane companies to get it turned back on. Finally, she persuaded a former fire chief to come by and fix it.
Everyone here knows Young, the staunch Democrat who regularly hosts Christmas parties. She made call after call as the fire progressed and planned to stay home, based on what she’d heard.
But neighbor Jeanne Welnick saw the plume of smoke that seemed so distant grow and move toward their neighborhood, and urged Young to leave.
“I owe Jeanne a huge ‘thank-you,’” Young said.
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The Welnicks initially bought the house behind Young’s as a vacation property. The previous owners built it with wildfire in mind.
The 14-inch-thick (36-centimeter) exterior walls are concrete sandwiched by Styrofoam cells topped by a metal roof. Those walls are still standing.
The rest of the Victorian ranch-style home painted orange with green trim isn’t.
Flames tore through, twisting strips of metal that creaked as the wind blew through. Shards of glass and nails shot out onto the driveway where the Welnicks wrote their names and the year they bought the house, 2004.
A cherub statue the Welnicks placed outside as a memorial to a child they lost to miscarriage looked down at the rubble. Two packages that were delivered to the walkway after the home burned held material for trellis arches the Welnicks planned to assemble over their vegetable garden. Unburned pavers and bags of sand sat off to the side of the garage, ready to be laid down.
At midday, a bell that was near the front door to welcome them home rang out, hidden among piles of debris.
Jeanne Welnick scanned the property, wondering which trees would survive. She grieved the loss of her paintings and a squash blossom necklace that was passed down through her husband’s family. She kept it in a glass case.
“I’d like to look for that, but it’s probably not even there,” said Welnick, an artist.
Their dogs, guitars and some sculptures made it out with them, through what Welnick described as a roaring train, dark, scary, like Armageddon.
In the aftermath, some neighbors struggled with the right words to say to those who lost their homes. Some offered food, clothes, a place to stay and set up fundraising accounts.
“They kept saying, ‘We love you so much; we love you so much,’” Welnick said. “And they do.” | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-u-s-headlines/arizona-wildfire-forces-fast-decision-fight-or-flee-flames/ | 2022-05-01T20:34:29Z |
Patrik Frisk to Step Down; Colin Browne Appointed Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, Effective June 1, 2022
Board Initiates Comprehensive Search for Permanent Successor
BALTIMORE, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Under Armour, Inc. ("the company") (NYSE: UA, UAA), today announced that Patrik Frisk will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and as a member of the Board of Directors (board), effective June 1, 2022. The board has initiated a comprehensive internal and external search process to identify a permanent President and CEO. Until a successor is named, the board has appointed Colin Browne, the company's Chief Operating Officer (COO), as interim President and CEO, effective June 1, 2022. To support the transition, Frisk will remain with Under Armour as an advisor through September 1, 2022.
"On behalf of the board, I want to thank Patrik for his valuable contributions to Under Armour over the past five years," said Kevin Plank, Under Armour Founder, Executive Chairman and Brand Chief. "During his tenure, we made significant strides in advancing enterprise-wide operational excellence, and Patrik's steadfast leadership has been crucial to strengthening our foundation and positioning the company for our next growth phase. As we search for Patrik's permanent successor, Colin's experience as a seasoned executive in our industry and leading critical operational aspects of our business will serve Under Armour well as interim CEO."
Plank continued, "Under Armour is evolving to meet the needs of our athletes worldwide. As we transition, we are committed to identifying additional opportunities to drive improved returns for our shareholders and deliver for athletes, partners, and teammates. There is a huge opportunity in front of us. I look forward to working closely with the board during the search process to find our next leader who will take us to new heights. In the meantime, we are moving forward and will continue to connect with athletes in exciting ways, offering them exactly what they need when they need it."
Frisk, who joined Under Armour in 2017, helped architect its long-term strategic plan that underscored its commitment to athletic performance by reengineering its structure, systems, and go-to-market process. Under his leadership, the company delivered industry-leading products, deepened relationships with consumers and customers, and advanced its purpose, vision, mission, and values.
"It has been the greatest privilege of my career to serve Under Armour athletes, customers, shareholders, and teammates. I am extremely proud of what we've accomplished as a team," said Frisk. "Together, we have done a tremendous amount of work to strengthen this iconic brand while significantly solidifying its operations. Colin has an intimate understanding of the Under Armour business and our industry. I have every confidence that his stewardship will allow for a seamless transition."
Browne said, "What unifies and drives Under Armour is our purpose: to empower those who strive for more. This transition is an opportunity to further our long-term goals. I am grateful for Patrik's leadership and partnership. As we work to deliver industry-leading innovation and premium experiences to athletes globally, we remain focused on amplifying the strong foundation that's been set over the past few years."
Since joining the company in 2016, Browne modernized Under Armour's digital go-to-market strategy and direct-to-consumer model and transformed its supply chain organization, leading to significant margin improvement and operating efficiency. Browne has held the role of COO since 2020 and oversees supply chain, global planning, sustainability, information technology, enterprise data management, commercial optimization, go-to-market strategy, and distribution capabilities. Browne has been an integral part of the company's successful transformation, and his leadership has been critical to navigating global supply challenges caused by the pandemic.
About Under Armour, Inc.
Under Armour, Inc., headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, is a leading inventor, marketer and distributor of branded athletic performance apparel, footwear, and accessories. Designed to empower human performance, Under Armour's innovative products and experiences are engineered to make athletes better. For further information, please visit http://about.underarmour.com.
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CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- infiniRel received a significant investment in their renewable energy startup from American Wire Group (AWG), the nation's leading supplier of cable and wire products for renewable energy and electrical utilities. A portion of the investment was designated for infiniRel's Wefunder Campaign bringing that raise to $126,850 to date.
infiniRel is part of mHUB's Climate and EnergyTech Accelerator for startups and is developing preventive diagnostics to improve the output, efficiency, and reliability of power electronics (inverters) at renewable energy plants.
Joshua Dorfman, President of AWG, said, "The output of inverters, that infiniRel safeguards, travels through AWG's cables to utilities to power our homes and charge our EVs. infiniRel's revolutionary technology will increase this output at existing renewable energy plants. Increasing the reliability of the grid and preventing blackouts is the shared mission of our two companies. Our investment is one part of the important relationship we are building with infiniRel."
Bert Wank, CEO at infiniRel, agreed, "Increasing the reliability and profitability of renewable energy plants is good for both of our businesses and for our world. AWG's extensive manufacturing expertise, and vendor and customer relationships in the renewable energy sector, will benefit our product development cycle and give us better market access. AWG have been in the renewable energy sector for over 20 years and understand the scope of the problem our technology solves."
infiniRel is based in Santa Cruz, California. Wank is at mHUB in Chicago until December to participate the hands-on accelerator focused on hardtech product development and commercialization. infiniRel was one eight teams chosen from hundreds of global applicants to work with mHUB's state-of-the-art facilities for prototyping, product development and to connect with influential investors. The accelerator program includes a $175,000 investment.
infiniRel's Inverter Health Scanner is a hardware-enabled, algorithmically driven tool using machine learning to predict power component failures. Like an electrocardiogram (EKG) for your heart, stress signals are used to calculate an overall risk score and provide a corrective prescription.
infiniRel's Wefunder campaign is ongoing. Wefunder is equity crowdfunding service which connects startups with investors online. Both accredited and non-accredited investors can invest.
Wank added, "Anyone can invest into a reliable and affordable renewable energy future through our Wefunder Campaign."
Find out more about infiniRel here: https://www.infinirel.com/
Connect to them on LinkedIN or through Wefunder https://wefunder.com/infinirel
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KCC to host public hearing on new Evergy program proposals
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Corporation Commission will hear questions and concerns from customers at a hearing in regards to a new proposal for Evergy.
The Kansas Corporation Commission says it has invited customers of Evergy to attend a virtual public hearing to learn more about its proposed energy efficiency programs and share their feedback.
KCC said Evergy filed an application with it which requests the approval of a portfolio of nine energy efficiency and demand-side management programs for residential and business customers.
“Evergy has proposed several energy efficiency programs in Kansas that can help residential and business customers save money and energy. We have had great success with a similar set of programs in Missouri, where since 2011 about 300,000 customers have participated in programs that save money and energy and report back being highly satisfied,” said a spokesperson for the company. “We have heard from Kansas customers who would like to have access to energy efficiency programs. The public hearing is an opportunity for customers to learn more about the proposal and provide input.”
If approved, KCC said the programs would be in effect from 2023 through 2026.
The Commission noted that the public hearing will take place online via Zoom between 6 and 8 p.m. on Monday, June 27.
To make a public comment, residents should register on the KCC website HERE.
The hearing will be broadcast live HERE.
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LANCASTER, Pa., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Burnham Holdings, Inc. (OTC-Pink: BURCA), the parent company of multiple subsidiaries that are leading domestic manufacturers of boilers, and related HVAC products and accessories (including furnaces, radiators, and air conditioning systems) for residential, commercial and industrial applications, today reported its financial results for the six months ended July 3, 2022 and announced a quarterly common stock dividend.
Burnham Holdings, Inc.'s financial performance in the first half of 2022 included the following:
For the first half of 2022, sales of residential products increased by 20.5% while sales of commercial products increased by 18.7% compared to the first half of 2021. We are seeing strong momentum from incoming orders as both the residential and commercial backlogs have increased by $12.6 million and $9.9 million versus the prior year, respectively.
As we've noted in several of our recent financial results releases, profitability continues to be pressured by significant challenges in hiring and retaining qualified employees as well as multiple supply chain issues. Production capacity and efficiencies continue to be hampered by parts availability and shortages of critical materials. Appropriate pricing actions have been taken across all subsidiaries in response to continuing inflationary pressures. Although there are signs of improvement, we remain diligent and ready to respond to continued instability and uncertainty in the greater macro-economic environment.
The Company's balance sheet continues to be strong, with adequate levels of working capital to support current and future business opportunities. Long-term debt of $37.8 million was $5.2 million higher than last year, with the increase mostly attributable to inflationary pressures impacting working capital needs. The increase versus December 31, 2021 is consistent with past years due to the seasonality and operating cycle of our business.
At its meeting on July 21, 2022, the Burnham Holdings, Inc. Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly common stock dividend of $0.22 per share payable August 17, 2022, with a record date of August 11, 2022.
Burnham Holdings, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Income
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
July 3,
June 27,
2022
2021
Net sales
$ 52,500
$ 43,553
$ 104,938
$ 87,556
Cost of goods sold
44,906
39,185
88,984
76,193
Gross profit
7,594
4,368
15,954
11,363
Selling, general and administrative expenses
8,680
7,519
17,718
15,166
Operating loss
(1,086)
(3,151)
(1,764)
(3,803)
Other expense:
Non-service related pension credit
107
131
213
262
Investment loss net of interest income
(85)
45
(218)
(4)
Interest expense
(330)
(246)
(605)
(431)
Other expense
(308)
(70)
(610)
(173)
Loss before income taxes
(1,394)
(3,221)
(2,374)
(3,976)
Income tax benefit
(321)
(740)
(546)
(914)
Net loss
$ (1,073)
$ (2,481)
$ (1,828)
$ (3,062)
Loss per share (Note 1)
Basic
$ (0.23)
$ (0.54)
$ (0.40)
$ (0.67)
Diluted
Cash dividends per share
$ 0.22
$ 0.44
The accompanying notes are integral to the consolidated financial statements.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands)
December 31,
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 5,857
$ 5,654
$ 6,083
Trade accounts receivable, less allowances
19,933
24,920
22,797
Inventories
63,427
51,066
53,235
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
4,857
4,717
4,547
Total Current Assets
94,074
86,357
86,662
Property, plant and equipment, net
57,828
57,496
56,516
Operating lease assets
1,997
2,065
2,410
Other assets, net (Note 4)
22,901
21,551
12,200
Total Assets
$ 176,800
$ 167,469
$ 157,788
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable & accrued expenses
$ 29,349
$ 33,429
$ 23,805
Current portion of long-term liabilities
152
147
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
824
765
749
Total Current Liabilities
30,325
34,346
24,701
Long-term debt
37,775
21,843
32,566
Operating lease liabilities
1,173
1,300
1,661
Other postretirement liabilities (Notes 4 and 5)
6,068
6,062
5,318
Deferred income taxes (Note 4)
8,972
8,753
6,721
Stockholders' Equity
Preferred Stock
530
Class A Common Stock
3,623
3,615
3,606
Class B Convertible Common Stock
1,321
1,329
1,338
Additional paid-in capital
16,564
16,317
16,286
Retained earnings
109,668
113,582
111,520
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (Note 4)
(21,291)
(22,260)
(28,510)
Treasury stock, at cost
(17,928)
(17,948)
(17,949)
Total Stockholders' Equity
92,487
95,165
86,821
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Depreciation and amortization
2,388
2,257
Pension and postretirement liabilities expense
86
87
Contributions to pension trust (Note 5)
-
(375)
Other net adjustments
(549)
(328)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities
(11,224)
(3,826)
Net cash (used) / provided by operating activities
(11,127)
(5,247)
Purchase of property, plant and equipment
(2,797)
(6,530)
Net proceeds from borrowings
15,946
13,966
Proceeds from stock option exercise and treasury activity, net
267
186
Dividends paid
(2,086)
(2,051)
Net increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
$ 203
$ 324
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period
$ 5,759
203
324
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity
Class B
Accumulated
Class A
Convertible
Additional
Other
Treasury
Preferred
Common
Paid-in
Retained
Comprehensive
Stock,
Stockholders'
Stock
Capital
Earnings
Loss
at Cost
Equity
Balance at December 31, 2021
$ 530
$ 3,615
$ 1,329
$ 16,317
$ 113,582
$ (22,260)
$ (17,948)
$ 95,165
Exercise of stock options
37
3
40
Cash dividends declared:
Common stock - ($0.22 per share)
(1,011)
Net loss for the period
(755)
Other comprehensive income,
net of tax ($211)
751
Balance at April 3, 2022
$ 16,354
$ 111,816
$ (21,509)
$ (17,945)
$ 94,190
210
17
227
Conversion of common stock
8
(8)
Preferred stock - 6%
(9)
(1,066)
(1,073)
net of tax ($65)
218
Balance at July 3, 2022
$ 3,623
$ 1,321
$ 16,564
$ 109,668
$ (21,291)
$ (17,928)
$ 92,487
Balance at December 31, 2020
$ 3,560
$ 1,384
$ 16,115
$ 116,633
$ (29,043)
$ (17,964)
$ 91,215
5
(5)
(1,004)
(581)
net of tax ($166)
556
Balance at March 28, 2021
$ 3,565
$ 1,379
$ 115,048
$ (28,487)
$ 90,186
171
15
41
(41)
(1,038)
(2,481)
net of tax ($7)
(23)
Balance at June 27, 2021
$ 3,606
$ 1,338
$ 16,286
$ 111,520
$ (28,510)
$ (17,949)
$ 86,821
Notes To Financial Statements:
(1)
Basic earnings per share are based upon weighted average shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share
assume the conversion of outstanding rights into common stock.
(2)
Common stock outstanding at July 3, 2022 includes 3,284,977 of Class A shares and 1,321,404 of Class B shares.
(3)
Mark-to-Market adjustments are a result of changes (non-cash) in the fair value of interest rate agreements. These
agreements are used to exchange the interest rate stream on variable rate debt for payments indexed to a fixed interest
rate. These non-operational, non-cash charges reverse themselves over the term of the agreements.
Accounting rules require that the funded status of pension and other postretirement benefits be recognized as a non-cash
asset or liability, as the case may be, on the balance sheet. As of December 31, 2021, plan assets exceeded projected
benefit obligations (asset) while as of December 31, 2020, projected benefit obligations exceeded plan assets (liability).
The resulting non-cash presentation on the balance sheet is reflected in "Other assets, net" or "Other postretirement
liabilities", "Deferred income taxes", and "Accumulated other comprehensive loss", a non-cash subsection of
"Stockholders' Equity" (See Note 10 of the 2021 Annual Report for more details).
For the first half of 2021, the Company made voluntary pre-tax contributions of $0.375 million to its defined benefit
pension plan. This payment increased the trust assets available for benefit payments (reducing "Other postretirement
liabilities") and did not impact the Statement of Income. No contribution was needed in the first half of 2022 due
to the funded status of the plan.
(6)
Unaudited results, forward looking statements, and certain significant estimates and risks. This note has been
expanded to include items discussed in detail within the 2021 Annual Report.
Unaudited Results and Forward Looking Statements. The accompanying unaudited financial statements
contain all adjustments that are necessary for a fair presentation of results for such periods and are consistent with policies
and procedures employed in the audited year-end financial statements. These consolidated financial statements should be
read in conjunction with the Annual Report for the period ended December 31, 2021. Statements other than historical
facts included or referenced in this Report are forward-looking statements subject to certain risks, trends, and
uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. We undertake no duty to update
or revise these forward-looking statements.
Certain Significant Estimates and Risks. Certain estimates are determined using historical information along with
assumptions about future events. Changes in assumptions for items such as warranties, pensions, medical cost trends,
employment demographics and legal actions, as well as changes in actual experience, could cause these estimates to
change. Specific risks, such as those included below, are discussed in the Company's Quarterly and Annual Reports
in order to provide regular knowledge of relevant matters. Estimates and related reserves are more fully explained in the
2021 Annual Report.
Retirement Plans: The Company maintains a non-contributory defined benefit pension plan, covering both union and
non-union employees, that has been closed to new hires for a number of years. Benefit accrual ceased in 2009, or earlier
depending on the employee group, with the exception of a limited, closed group of union production employees. While not
100% frozen, these actions were taken to protect benefits for retirees and eligible employees, and have materially reduced
the growth of the pension liability. Lancaster Metal Manufacturing, a Company subsidiary, also contributes to a separate
union-sponsored multiemployer defined benefit pension plan that covers its collective bargaining employees. Variables
such as future market conditions, investment returns, and employee experience could affect results.
Medical Health Coverage: The Company and its subsidiaries are self-insured for most of the medical health insurance provided for its employees, limiting maximum exposure per occurrence by purchasing third-party stop-loss coverage.
Retiree Health Benefits: The Company pays a fixed annual amount that assists a specific group of retirees in purchasing medical and/or prescription drug coverage from providers. Additionally, certain employees electing early retirement receive a fixed dollar amount based on years of employee service to assist them in covering medical costs. These obligations are accounted for within the financial statements.
Insurance: The Company and its subsidiaries maintain insurance to cover product liability, general liability, workers' compensation, and property damage. Well-known and reputable insurance carriers provide current coverage. All policies and corresponding deductible levels are reviewed on an annual basis. Third-party administrators, approved by the Company and the insurance carriers, handle claims and attempt to resolve them to the benefit of both the Company and its insurance carriers. The Company reviews claims periodically in conjunction with administrators and adjusts recorded reserves as required.
Warranty Litigation, Class Action: In 2010, two of the Company's subsidiaries were served with a class action lawsuit related generally to boiler products manufactured and sold by a predecessor to one of the Company's subsidiaries more than 10 years ago. This matter has now been discontinued as a class action and the litigation has been resolved.
General Litigation, including Asbestos: In the normal course of business, certain subsidiaries of the Company have been named, and may in the future be named, as defendants in various legal actions including claims related to property damage and/or personal injury allegedly arising from products of the Company's subsidiaries or their predecessors. A number of these claims allege personal injury arising from exposure to asbestos-containing material allegedly contained in certain boilers manufactured many years ago, or through the installation or removal of heating systems. The Company's subsidiaries, directly and/or through insurance providers, are vigorously defending all open asbestos cases, many of which involve multiple claimants and many defendants, which may not be resolved for several years. Asbestos litigation is a national issue with thousands of companies defending claims. While the large majority of claims have historically been resolved prior to the completion of trial, from time to time some claims may be expected to proceed to a potentially substantial verdict against subsidiaries of the Company. Any such verdict would be subject to a potential reduction or reversal of verdict on appeal, any set-off rights, and/or a reduction of liability following allocation of liability among various defendants. For example, on July 23, 2013 and December 12, 2014, New York City State Court juries found numerous defendant companies, including a subsidiary of the Company, responsible for asbestos-related damages in cases involving multiple plaintiffs. The subsidiary, whose share of the verdicts
amounted to $42 million and $6 million, respectively, before offsets, filed post-trial motions and appeals seeking to reduce and/or overturn the verdicts, and granting of new trials. On February 9, 2015, the trial court significantly reduced the 2013 verdicts, reducing the subsidiary's liability from $42 million to less than $7 million. Additionally, on May 15, 2015, the trial court reduced the subsidiary's liability in the 2014verdict to less than $2 million. On October 30, 2015, the subsidiary settled these verdicts for significantly less than the trial courts' reduced verdicts, with all such settled amounts being covered by applicable insurance. The Company believes, based upon its understanding of its available insurance policies and discussions with legal counsel, that all pending legal actions and claims, including asbestos, should ultimately be resolved (whether through settlements or verdicts) within existing insurance limits and reserves, or for amounts not material to the Company's financial position or results of operations. However, the resolution of litigation generally entails significant uncertainties, and no assurance can be given as to the ultimate outcome of litigation or its impact on the Company and its subsidiaries. Furthermore, the Company cannot predict the extent to which new claims will be filed in the future, although the Company currently believes that the great preponderance of future asbestos claims will be covered by existing insurance. There can be no assurance that insurers will be financially able to satisfy all pending and future claims in accordance with the applicable insurance policies, or that any disputes regarding policy provisions will be resolved in favor of the Company.
Litigation Expense, Settlements, and Defense: The 2022 first half charges for all uninsured litigation of every kind, were $130,000. Expenses for legal counsel, consultants, etc., in defending these various actions and claims for the quarter were approximately $10,000. Prior year's settlements and expenses, including amounts for self-insured asbestos cases, are disclosed in the 2021 Annual Report.
Permitting Activities (excluding environmental): The Company's subsidiaries are engaged in various matters with respect to obtaining, amending or renewing permits required under various laws and associated regulations in order to operate each of its manufacturing facilities. Based on the information presently available, management believes it has all necessary permits and expects that all permit applications currently pending will be routinely handled and approved.
Environmental Matters: The operations of the Company's subsidiaries are subject to a variety of Federal, State, and local environmental laws. Among other things, these laws require the Company's subsidiaries to obtain and comply with the terms of a number of Federal, State and local environmental regulations and permits, including permits governing air emissions, wastewater discharges, and waste disposal. The Company's subsidiaries periodically need to apply for new permits or to renew or amend existing permits in connection with ongoing or modified operations. In addition, the Company generally tracks and tries to anticipate any changes in environmental laws that might relate to its ongoing operations. The Company believes its subsidiaries are in material compliance with all environmental laws and permits.
As with all manufacturing operations in the United States, the Company's subsidiaries can potentially be responsible for response actions at disposal areas containing waste materials from their operations. In the past five years, the Company has not received any notice that it or its subsidiaries might be responsible for remedial clean-up actions under government supervision. However, one issue covered by insurance policies remains open as of this date and is fully disclosed in the 2021 Annual Report. While it is not possible to be certain whether or how any new or old matters will proceed, the Company does not presently have reason to anticipate incurring material costs in connection with any matters.
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Hot and Humid but Dry!
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Get ready for low 90s most of this week, that will feel more like 105 or hotter mid-afternoon. A big dome of High Pressure has set up over the southern states. That High keeps afternoon storms to a bare minimum, mainly over central Florida for the few that pop up at all. This pattern stays in place all week for us and the central US, so the heat stretches from Texas up to the Dakotas! The High Pressure dome breaks down a little for the weekend on the Suncoast and even more the following week. A few afternoon thunderstorms could return for the weekend.
Tropics remain quiet for the Gulf and Atlantic, no storms developing in the next 2 days. There is a small disturbance in the Caribbean that has a 20% chance of developing in the next 5 days. Any storm that develops there would stay far south of us, moving west and pushing into Mexico.
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KIGALI, Rwanda (AP) — Leaders of Commonwealth nations are calling for increased climate action at a meeting in Rwanda this week, ahead of the United Nations climate change summit in the seaside resort of Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt later this year.
Climate change is a major concern for the 54-nation bloc that includes small island countries facing growing threats amid global warming. Recent weather events and longer climate term trends, including heat waves, extreme temperatures, droughts, cyclones, floods and rising sea levels, afflict most of the Commonwealth’s member states.
Alok Sharma, a British official who led last year’s U.N. climate talks in Scotland, urged member countries Thursday to focus on implementing emission reduction targets set for 2030.
“What it needs, friends, is for us to focus on implementation, and every country must respond to the Glasgow climate pact,” Sharma said, speaking at a business forum on the margins of the Commonwealth summit in the Rwandan capital, Kigali.
Commonwealth governments must submit their emission reduction targets by Sept. 23, he said, “including their long-term strategies.”
Sharma noted that for island nations such as Barbados “the situation is devastatingly clear,” and tackling climate change “is the difference between life and death.”
Britain’s Prince Charles, representing Queen Elizabeth II as the ceremonial head of the Commonwealth, is expected to champion the bloc’s global climate action.
Commonwealth leaders are set to adopt the much-awaited “Living Lands Charter” later this week, an action plan to address climate change, land degradation and biodiversity loss.
Speaking at another meeting on the side of the summit, Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland said that responding to climate change requires “the most significant political, social and economic effort that the world has ever seen.”
The Commonwealth’s Living Lands Charter, she said, “is a testament to our commitment. It helps to encapsulate our combined effort to hold the global average temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 Fahrenheit).”
According to the charter’s concept note, obtained by The Associated Press, the Commonwealth’s commitments will focus on five main themes: climate-resilient agriculture for food security, soil and water conservation, green cover and biodiversity, climate-resilient livestock rearing, and climate-resilient development for indigenous people. In what’s billed as a “five-by-five” approach, it aims to achieve its climate goals through a mixture of policy influence, financing, technical assistance, governance and sharing knowledge across nations.
The Commonwealth brings together states representing a combined population of 2.5 billion people, most of which are former British colonies. It claims that if the charter is endorsed and implemented in full, it will “protect and manage a quarter of the world’s landmass.”
The charter is also calling for “greater consideration on inclusion of indigenous peoples” in countries’ voluntary, nationally determined contributions on climate action.
Some 32 of the Commonwealth’s member nations are small states, with 25 of them being small islands and developing states classified as vulnerable to climate change.
The island states at the forefront of climate action have already called on the Commonwealth to strengthen measures on oceans.
“The oceans and climate are inextricably interconnected, and the health of our oceans dictates the livelihoods of millions of people around the world,” said Jitoko Tikolevu, a Fijian diplomat. “Our answer is simple, we need action.”
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Ex-deputy gets life for killing ex-wife, stepdaughter, stepdaughter’s boyfriend
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A former Texas sheriff’s deputy has been sentenced to life imprisonment without parole for killing his ex-wife, teenage stepdaughter and the stepdaughter’s boyfriend.
Former Travis County sheriff’s deputy Stephen Broderick, 42, was automatically sentenced after pleading guilty to capital murder Tuesday in Austin in the 2021 deaths of ex-wife Amanda Broderick, 35; stepdaughter Alyssa Broderick, 17; and Willie Simmons III, 18. Broderick rammed his vehicle into his ex-wife’s house and shot dead all three people inside.
Prosecutors set aside a possible death penalty in exchange for the guilty plea.
The ex-deputy killed the three during a custody visit with his son, whom he didn’t shoot. Stephen Broderick was free on bond at the time of the shooting after being charged the year before with the sexual assault of a child and losing his job as a result.
Stephen Broderick was ordered to wear a GPS tracking device, but state District Judge Karen Sage ordered the removal of the device five months after his release, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Prosecutors dropped the sexual assault charge as part of Broderick’s plea deal. Amanda and Alyssa Broderick’s family said the dismissal denied justice to Alyssa, who was the victim of the sexual assault.
But prosecutors said they doubted they could obtain a conviction on the charge because the victim was dead.
Sage, who passed the sentence on Broderick, expressed sympathy with their anger.
“I wish I could bring you justice,” Sage said. “But the truth is, the loss you’re suffering, there’s nothing I can do to make that loss go away. It’s the best we can do in the system we have, and it’s never enough. My heart goes out to you. Three beautiful, wonderful people — I see their lives shine on through all of you. I hope that at some point you can find some peace.”
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(NEXSTAR) – That queazy feeling of hitting send on an iPhone message with an embarrassing typo or over-zealous autocorrection will soon be a thing of the past, thanks to editable messages in Apple’s upcoming iOS 16 update.
While the rollout isn’t set to happen until the fall, you can play around with the new feature – and several others – now, by enrolling in the Apple Beta Software Program.
You get to play around with the latest features before everyone else has them, and Apple developers benefit from the early feedback.
Anyone with a valid Apple ID who accepts the program agreement can participate, but there are a few things you should know before signing up. Apple warns that, since the software hasn’t been released commercially yet, it may contain errors or inaccuracies. You should back up your iPhone or other Apple device if possible before installing the software.
“Install the beta software only on non-production devices that are not business critical,” Apple advises. “We strongly recommend installing on a secondary system or device, or on a secondary partition on your Mac.”
The program and software are free, but the program is considered confidential, so you won’t be able to tweet out screenshots of your latest iOS 16 discovery.
Editing messages
Once you sign up and start playing around with iOS 16 on the iPhone, there are a number of notable developments, but one of the biggest crowd favorites may change the way we send messages.
iOS 16 public beta allows you to edit messages. After fixing that unfortunate message-message autocorrection, the other person will see a small “edited” note appear under the message.
You’ll also be able to “unsend” messages, preventing friends and family from judging the trash fire of a text you accidentally sent before cleaning up.
New lock screen options
Apple is offering new ways to customize your lock screen – not a small feature considering the number of times we all look at our phones during the day.
New font styles, a widget display and the ability to showcase your favorite photos with different color filters will be available. Using widgets, you can now see the weather, calendar events, Activity rings and more without having to open your phone.
Live Activities will also allow you to display the score of a sports game or the progress of a food delivery in real-time on the lock screen.
Tap and drag using Visual Lookup
This iOS 16 advancement allows you to do with one finger what might have taken hours of YouTube tutorials and Photoshop experimentation to master.
While iOS 15 provided Visual Look Up to automatically recognize and give additional info about pets, plants and landmarks, for instance, the tap and drag function allows you to separate one of those subjects from the photo’s background.
By tapping and holding on a photo, you can lift the subject away from the background and use it in a different app, such as Messages.
Now you can pay later
iOS 16 will allow you to create your own payment plan when you choose the “pay later” option, allowing you to split the cost of an Apple Pay purchase into four payments over six weeks. The feature comes with no interest or fees.
When it comes to the Apple Wallet, you will also be able to store your ID. For those who don’t want to advertise their birthday, the ID will give the option to confirm whether or not someone is over 21 without revealing an exact age.
Another Wallet feature allows users to share keys with friends or relatives.
See more information about joining the Apple Beta Software Program or a full list of iOS 16’s upcoming features on Apples website. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/how-to-edit-iphone-messages-and-use-other-pre-release-ios-16-features/ | 2022-08-04T03:12:24Z |
(WFLA) — The Walt Disney Company will reportedly cover travel expenses to provide abortions to employees living in states that do not legally allow them. Multiple companies have announced similar plans to their workers following the news that the U.S. Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade.
A letter was circulated online showing an internal memo sent to Disney employees which confirmed that health care coverage would include providing care to employees “who may be unable to access care in one location” and ensuring that they have “affordable coverage for receiving similar levels of care in another location.”
The internal letter was signed by the Walt Disney Company’s Chief Human Resources Officer Paul Richardson and Vice President of Enterprise Benefits and Well-Being Pascale Thomas.
Nexstar’s WFLA.com reached out the Walt Disney Company to confirm the authenticity of both the letter and its message.
While the company did not confirm the letter’s authenticity, it did say that they “recognize the impact of the ruling” in the Supreme Court, and that Disney remains “committed to providing comprehensive access to quality and affordable care for all of our employees, cast members and their families, including family planning and reproductive care, no matter where they live.”
The information from a Disney spokesperson, provided on background, also said “this travel benefit covers family planning (including pregnancy-related decisions). The Washington Post reports Netflix and Comcast plan to offer similar benefits.
The letter circulated online also listed healthcare needs such as “cancer treatments, transplants,” and “rare disease treatment” in addition to the family planning needs mentioned by the company’s spokesperson.
The Disney response did not explicitly mention or use the word abortion, though in referencing the “impact of the ruling,” it may be considered included, as it relates to family planning needs listed by the company.
Other companies that have said they’ll provide for travel to receive similar health care needs, including abortions, count Amazon, Starbucks, JPMorgan Chase, and Microsoft, among others. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/disney-to-cover-abortion-travel-costs-for-workers-letter-indicates/ | 2022-06-24T21:03:21Z |
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Spider-Man: No Way Home” has swung back on top of the box office during a holiday weekend where American theaters aimed to lure moviegoers with discounted $3 tickets.
The first “National Cinema Day” nationwide promotion became the highest-attended day of the year, drawing an estimated 8.1 million moviegoers on Saturday, according to The Cinema Foundation. The one-day event – offered on more than 30,000 screens and held in more than 3,000 theaters, including major chains AMC and Regal Cinemas – collected preliminary box office returns of $24.3 million, according to data firm Comscore.
National Cinema Day was intended to flood theaters with moviegoers during a Labor Day weekend, which is traditionally one of the slowest weekends in the industry. The promotion looked to prompt people to return in the fall, inspired by a sizzle reel of the upcoming films from major studios including Disney, Lionsgate, Sony and A24.
“This event outstripped our biggest expectations,” said Jackie Brenneman, president of the Cinema Foundation, a nonprofit arm of the National Association of Theater Owners, in a statement. “The idea of the day was to thank moviegoers for an amazing summer, and now we have to thank them for an amazing day.”
Some other countries have experimented with a similar day of cheap movie tickets, but Saturday’s promotion was the first of its kind on such a large scale in the U.S. Organizers of the National Cinema Day said the event could become an annual fixture.
“This proves that people love going to the theaters,” said Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst for Comscore. “Pricing is always a consideration.”
The top three performing movie titles for the day included Tom Cruise’s “Top Gun: Maverick,” The Rock and Kevin Hart’s “DC League of Super Pets” and Brad Pitt’s “Bullet Train.” Another top draw was “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” which recaptured the No. 1 box office spot for the weekend.
With never-seen footage, the re-release of the Sony and Marvel blockbuster superhero film starring Tom Holland and Zendaya brought in an estimated $6 million. “Top Gun” followed with $5.5 million, “Super Pets” garnered $5.45 million, “Bullet Train” pulled in $5.4 million and last week’s top earner “The Invitation” grossed $4.7 million to round out the top five.
The re-release of Steven Spielberg’s 1975 classic “Jaws,” on big screens for the first time in 3D, nabbed the final spot among the weekend’s top 10 performers.
Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore. Final domestic figures will be released Monday.
1. “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” $6 million.
2. “Top Gun: Maverick,” $5.5 million.
3. “DC League of Super Pets,” $5.45 million.
4. “Bullet Train,” $5.4 million.
5. “The Invitation,” $4.7 million.
6. “Beast,” $3.6 million.
7. “Minions: The Rise of Gru,” $3.1 million.
8. “Thor: Love and Thunder,” $2.4 million.
9. “Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero,” $2.4 million.
10. “Jaws” (1975), $2.3 million. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/ap-spidey-tops-box-office-while-cinema-day-draws-millions/ | 2022-09-05T01:59:33Z |
SANTA CLARA, Calif. , Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuya Smart (NYSE: TUYA, HKEX: 2391), a global IoT development platform service provider, has taken the sustainability initiative into its own hands.
As one of the critical challenges of sustainable development, climate change has become a global issue. Many countries are striving to achieve "carbon neutralization" in order to minimize the impact of greenhouse gases on both the climate and the environment.
At the 75th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UN-GA), the U.N. presented the goal "to peak carbon emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060," entering a new stage of climate governance. Environment, climate risk, low-carbon, energy conservation, and carbon reduction are becoming the new global consensus and the universal ESG standards. Facing the increasing demand for energy efficiency and carbon reduction, traditional solutions are obviously not enough. A shift in supply and demand and technological innovations will inevitably bring new developments and opportunities.
Among them, IoT solutions have become a vanguard in the field of energy conservation and carbon reduction thanks to its technological advantages, including smart measurement of energy consumption, flexible data collection, visibility, controllability, and scientific decision-making. But enabling the synergy of IoT technologies and energy efficiency is no easy task. It requires long-term development in the industry and continuous exploration of different use cases to build an exclusive solution in line with the latest trends.
In early June this year, Tuya launched "Smart for Purpose," a social media campaign that continues to practice the company's responsibility for employees, the industry, and society in the fields of elderly care, energy conservation, and more. The campaign also encouraged Tuya's global business partners to participate in ESG practices and provide sustainable solutions and services to customers and society.
Tuya's sustainability initiative has brought a positive impact on the global market through various applications and has demonstrated the role of an IoT company in achieving carbon neutralization.
Achieving Energy Efficiency Through IoT Technology
Real environmental protection and carbon reduction does not mean radical changes in people's daily habits, but building a low-carbon and green lifestyle in feasible ways that are universal.
A good example would be the smart metering socket developed by Tuya Smart and its global partners. The product can be controlled through mobile phones and voice recognition. Users can set the timing, turn it on/off remotely, and even control electrical appliance switches through sensors to reduce energy consumption.
According to statistics, the smart metering socket powered by Tuya has saved almost US$200 million in electric bills for users around the world - a carbon reduction equivalent to planting 40 million trees per year.
For people who often forget to turn off the lights before leaving their home, Tuya Smart has launched the smart motion sensor light switch solution. The solution supports shifting between manual and automatic sensing modes, allowing Tuya's partners to build smart switches that are energy-efficient and user-friendly. Under automatic mode, the solution supports customized settings, such as sensitivity and delayed action. Under manual mode, it supports colorful lights, white light adjustments, and countdown functions.
Turning off the lights automatically to avoid leaving the lights on while nobody is at home would certainly help consumers effectively save energy and money.
Another example would be Tuya's collaboration with iHelios, a UK-based company specializing in heating and integrated property control systems.
By partnering with Tuya, iHelios launched an innovative and environmentally conscious household heating system, which has saved consumers over 30% on their electric bills. Reduced electric bills also means reduced energy consumption. The collaboration not only experienced success in energy conservation and carbon reduction, but it also brought a 40% increase in number of customers for iHelios.
The world is now facing a significant bottleneck in the supply of energy resources, and the situation has only intensified this year due to geopolitical tensions. "The market won't balance itself out until 2024," said Gergely Molnar, an energy analyst at the International Energy Agency. "Until then, these financial tensions will be in place."
Countries and energy companies are committed to finding more effective solutions to save energy. So far, thermostats are considered the most popular and trending IoT product.
According to an Australian government report, the installation of smart thermostats can help residential customers save 10% of their air-conditioning power consumption. Based on the report published by Mordor Intelligence, the market size for smart thermostats is expected to reach US$3.3 billion by 2026 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.1% between 2021 and 2026.
The smart thermostat solution developed by Tuya can monitor temperature and humidity levels, and can switch between different modes automatically, keeping the household temperature in an appropriate range. This not only brings more comfort and convenience to users, but it also successfully achieves energy conservation and carbon reduction, making the product a best seller in the smart home market.
Sustainable Value Created by IoT Capability
As energy conservation and carbon reduction become the new global consensus, more and more innovative technologies are needed in order to inspire people to participate in a low-carbon and green lifestyle.
Tuya's IoT capabilities not only brings great sustainable value, but it also created solutions for energy conservation and carbon reduction.
One of the main reasons behind such impact is that the technology does not require users to change their previous behavior and habits. Rather, it allows people to achieve a green lifestyle more intuitively and easily. More importantly, through its IoT capabilities and rich ecosystem, Tuya was able to boost its product value for home appliance brands by accurately observing the demand for carbon reduction.
Though the above-mentioned cases and results do not demonstrate the entire value proposition of Tuya Smart, the company has undoubtedly built up an ESG reputation through its business model and credible IoT capabilities in line with the sustainable development demand.
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Fatal shooting of Black man in Kansas may have been a hate crime
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Police in Kansas are looking into possible hate crime charges after the fatal shooting of a 30-year-old Black man.
The Wichita Police Department arrested 27-year-old Roger R. Gale on charges of first-degree murder and aggravated assault after the fatal shooting of 30-year-old Emmanuel Hardy, who was Black.
Police are now looking into whether the shooting was a hate crime, KWCH reports. A witness says the suspect used racial slurs prior to the incident.
Police learned Gale, Hardy and a 39-year-old woman got into an argument while Gale was walking his dog Saturday night near an apartment complex. Gale then allegedly fired several shots at the woman and Hardy, hitting Hardy multiple times.
Police responded to the scene around 9:45 p.m., where they found Hardy with gunshot wounds. He was transported to the hospital, where he later died.
Hardy’s sister gave a statement to KWCH regarding the shooting.
“My brother was a good man who didn’t deserve to be chased down and killed. I’m just hoping they get him justice because he didn’t deserve to die like that. Or die at all. It was a savage and unnecessary attack,” she said.
A GoFundMe has been set up to help the family with funeral costs.
The investigation is ongoing.
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The new 15% Vitamin C + PHA Serum is a clinically proven formula that gently exfoliates for brighter, more radiant skin in just 1 week.
SKILLMAN, N.J., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NEOSTRATA, the dermatologist born brand backed by 40 years of breakthrough innovation, launched their 15% Vitamin C + PHA Serum, which targets uneven skin tone and dark spots. Unlike most Vitamin C serums, this multi-action formula blends clinically proven antioxidants plus exfoliating Polyhydroxy Acid to help diminish visible skin discoloration and protect against external environmental aggressors.
- 15% Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) penetrates the skin's surface brightening the appearance of skin discolorations to reveal an even, radiant complexion.
- 2% Gluconolactone (PHA) gently exfoliates the skin's surface, allowing the Pure Vitamin C to absorb into fresh, renewed surface layers of skin.
- 1% Feverfew Extract enhances skin's naturally occurring antioxidants to support protection against drying environmental aggressors that could worsen uneven tone.
- Green Tea Extract boosts Vitamin C antioxidant capacity.
This unique, lightweight, easy-to-absorb powerhouse serum was tested in a clinical study on all skin tones.
After just one week:*
- 100% skin's texture is smoother
- 98% skin's complexion is brighter
- 98% skin is more radiant
- 98% skin tone is enhanced
"This new serum's formula is special. It takes a holistic approach to skin brightening by combining multi-mechanistic benefits including antioxidant protection and surface exfoliation," says Ritamarie Guerrero, Manager of NEOSTRATA Research and Development.
The 15% Vitamin C + PHA Serum can be incorporated into a daytime regimen by applying to a clean, dry face and neck once daily, followed by a moisturizer.
As the next step of the journey to further educate consumers on the new 15% Vitamin C + PHA Serum and the wide product range of solutions for unique skin discoloration, the brand is excited to announce the debut of the NEOSTRATA Metaverse experience, offering an immersive and interactive way to get to know the brand. The multidimensional, guided experience educates consumers about how environmental factors, like sun and pollution and lifestyle choices impact their skin. They will learn about ingredients and how to build a custom product regimen based on their unique skin concerns. Consumers will also be able to complete challenges to earn badges and rewards, learn about skincare and NEOSTRATA products and even shop virtually with friends.
"Tapping into this gamified Web 3.0 format promises to be both educational and fun for those new to NEOSTRATA, new to the Metaverse and the brand's biggest fans," according to Lisa Brewer, Head of NEOSTRATA Consumer Growth and Ecommerce.
The Metaverse experience is available now on NEOSTRATA.com. https://metaverse.neostrata.com/virtual-experience/
*% of participants noting improvement with once daily use
ABOUT NEOSTRATA
For over 40 years, NEOSTRATA has been empowering people to change the story of their skin. NEOSTRATA is a dermatologist born brand, offering groundbreaking skin inclusive solutions, embracing different types of skin discoloration for a renewed, healthier-looking, face-forward future. NEOSTRATA products are precisely formulated with clinically proven ingredients to visibly correct and gradually reveal fresh layers of skin in 3 days.
The name NEOSTRATA translates to "new layers." Two words that perfectly describe their skincare philosophy that visible results come from renewing layers of the skin.
The founders discovered the benefits of Glycolic Acid (AHA) and Polyhydroxy Acids (PHAs), and we precisely formulate products to correct multiple types of visible discoloration through skin renewal.
For additional information on NEOSTRATA, please visit www.neostrata.com , @NEOSTRATA on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
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BOULDER, Colo. and NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TIFIN, a fintech platform using artificial intelligence (AI) and investment-driven personalization to shape the future of investor experiences, today announces a new strategic partnership with Chalice Network (https://www.chalicenetwork.com/). Chalice is a professional network of 60,000+ financial advisors that provides education, networking, and a marketplace of tools & services at a discount to help financial advisors grow their business. TIFIN will be providing preferred pricing to Chalice advisors and the Chalice team will be helping to promote TIFIN Wealth's investment personalization and digital marketing capabilities in their network marketplace.
"Keith Gregg and the Chalice Network team have built an amazing community and truly understand the needs of today's independent financial advisors," said Jack Swift, President and CRO of TIFIN. "Our wealthtech solutions are designed to help wealth management firms of all sizes grow and scale their business. This is very much aligned with Chalice's core mission and we are delighted to have them as our latest strategic partner."
"We're excited to partner with TIFIN, and always pleased when we're able to extend discounts on products and services that enhance the great work of our members," said Keith Gregg, Founder and CEO of Chalice Network. "Because our forward-thinking members are eager to embrace new solutions, we anticipate TIFIN's offering will be attractive to our network and affiliates."
Chalice Network™ is a Digital Marketplace PaaS (Platform as a Service) with a community of 60,000+ business owners consisting of Financial Advisors, RIAs, IBDs, CPAs, Insurance Agents, Attorneys, and Allied Financial Services Professionals. Chalice was purposely built to give small to mid-sized business owners economies of scale, operational efficiency, and enhanced enterprise value through a marketplace-based model. Chalice's goal is to help expand brands into networks, from linear businesses into holistic constellations. Learn more about Chalice Network at http://www.chalicenetwork.com.
TIFIN is an AI-powered fintech that leverages data science, investment intelligence, and technology to deliver engaging and personalized investor experiences. By connecting individuals to advice and investments, TIFIN bridges the gap between investors, their trusted intermediaries, and asset managers.
Founded in 2018 by Dr. Vinay Nair, a former Wharton Professor and successful entrepreneur, TIFIN was created to help make investing a powerful driver of financial well-being by eliminating frictions investors face.
TIFIN manages Magnifi, a search-powered marketplace for investments; TIFIN Wealth, a platform for advisors, wealth managers, and other intermediaries to deliver better individual outcomes; Financial Answers, a digital platform of investor communities; all powered through Distill, a central digital distribution and insights engine using TIFIN's data platform.
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The online platform that provides accessible, comprehensive resources for treatment and recovery teams with Rock to Recovery to end the stigma of addiction and inspire people to celebrate a sober life
WASHINGTON, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- All Sober, the game-changing platform to support the millions of Americans impacted by drug and alcohol addiction, announced today that it will be the title sponsor of the sobriety benefit concert Rock to Recovery. The fifth annual concert will take place on July 9 at the Fonda Theater in Los Angeles; it is 100% alcohol-free and will raise money to support recovery and sobriety initiatives.
This year's concert honors three-time Emmy-winning actor Keith David, recipient of the Rock to Recovery ICON Award, along with Emmy-nominated comedian Jay Mohr, recipient of the Rock to Recovery Service Award, for their contributions to the recovery community. The lineup features the night's headline band, Sacred Sons, plus musicians from Train, Korn, Madonna's band, Ministry, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Misfits and other special guests. Willie Nelson protege and Heidi Klum's favorite, Lily Meola, will also perform, coming straight off her America's Got Talent golden Buzzer victory.
"We are very excited to have the support of All Sober as the title sponsor for this year's event," said Wes Geer, founder of Rock to Recovery. "We have a shared vision of music as an outlet for healing, hope and expression, and working together, we can raise funds to support recovery and end the stigma of addiction." Rory Pullens, chief education and inspiration officer at All Sober, will kick off the evening's activities with Geer.
All Sober provides support through the entire recovery journey and consists of seven pillars: Help & Information, Group Support, Treatment/Recovery, Community, Relaunch, Sober Lifestyle and Inspiration. The platform showcases inspirational music, videos and blogs from celebrity partners, including Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ralph Johnson of Earth Wind & Fire, and Ricky Byrd, formerly of Joan Jett & the Blackhearts. All Sober emphasizes that sobriety is not only possible, but sustainable and fun as well.
"We are honored to be the title sponsor of Rock to Recovery. This group of performers brings inspiration to those in recovery or battling addiction, and the mission aligns with All Sober's main pillars that make up our platform," said Pullens. "All Sober understands the importance of influencers and celebrities to lead discussions surrounding sober living and recovery. Our platform shares their stories to provide support for our members."
To follow along on social media, the event's hashtags are #rocktorecovery5 and #R2R5.
To learn more about All Sober and to download the app, please visit www.allsober.com.
About All Sober:
For the 192 million Americans who are impacted by drug and alcohol addiction, All Sober provides all the vital resources needed for treatment, recovery and sober life, all in one place. All Sober represents the journey from addiction to a sober lifestyle with seven key pillars: Help & Information, Group Support, Treatment/Recovery, Community, Relaunch, Sober Lifestyle and Inspiration. To demonstrate that sobriety is possible, sustainable and fun, the platform also includes inspiration from celebrities, music, videos, blogs and articles.
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SAN DIEGO, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of San Diego's Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies is hosting the Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge Finals on Saturday, June 18, 2022. The Fowler GSIC is an opportunity for student social entrepreneurs to build an international network while competing for seed funding. The top 8 out of more than 40 teams from universities around the world will deliver a 90-second pitch of their innovative sustainable business solutions to global issues for a chance to earn a portion of more than $75,000 in seed funding. All student ventures will address at least one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Two teams from USD are competing in the event:
- Tabitha Nakholi founded the Wezesha Binti Foundation, which aims to address period poverty for girls and women in Kenya. Nakholi's solution is to create a menstrual care kit containing feminine products made by Kenyan women for Kenyan women.
- Steffek Rainey created Envi Bottle, which aims to tackle plastic pollution in our oceans. Rainey designed an insulated water bottle with a compartment to store foldable stainless-steel utensils, a reusable straw and nylon bag.
"The mission of the Kroc School is to equip and empower students to go on to solve the world's most pressing challenges," said Patricia Márquez, PhD, Dean of the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies. "The Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge plays a key role in accomplishing our mission because students can combine their passion and knowledge to propose concrete and innovative projects. In the process they gain mentorship, seed funds, and friends from all over the world. We are proud to have supported more than 2,500 student innovators with this initiative. We invite everyone to join us in this year's global finals. It will be very impactful to have so many innovators back on campus; several of them coming from places that have experienced conflict and great hardship."
The Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge is organized in partnership between the University of San Diego and The University of St. Thomas. The Fowler GSIC started in 2011 with only USD students and expanded into a global pitch contest in 2018. Since 2011, the challenge has connected more than 2,500 students from more than 25 countries. To date, more than $500,000 has been distributed to seed the most innovative global ventures.
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Miss Juneteenth Pageant to take place Saturday evening in downtown Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A new Miss Juneteenth Kansas will be crowned at a pageant Saturday evening in downtown Topeka.
The Family & Friends Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at the Beacon events center, 420 S.W. 9th St.
Event organizers said seven teens will vie for the title of Miss Juneteenth Kansas and will go on to represent the Sunflower State at the national pageant later this year.
Contestants will participate in a talent competition at Saturday evening’s event.
“I mean, they are just great,” said Norma Avery, an organizer of the Topeka Family & Friends Juneteenth Celebration, which is sponsoring the pageant. “You won’t believe the events and the shows that they’re going to be doing to win.
“They’re in competition with each other, so it’s going to be really, really nice.”
Christyaun Ware, who will be a senior this fall at Shawnee Heights High School, is the reigning Miss Juneteenth Kansas.
Ware will take part in some of the presentations at the pageant before crowning her successor.
She said she has enjoyed her experience of serving as Miss Juneteenth Kansas for the past year.
“This has been an experience that I will never forget,” Ware said. “This is like my first time being independent and representing people. I’ve never represented anybody but myself, so to have a title to represent more people -- it makes you carry yourself differently. It makes you more mature and think about your choices more.”
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For advance tickets, call 785-231-3097 or 785-925-1000.
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NEW YORK, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention First High-School Education Group Co., Ltd. ("FHS") (NYSE: FHS) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased FHS American Depositary Shares in or traceable to the Company's March 2021 initial public offering.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in FHS, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against FHS includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (a) the new rules, regulations and policies to be implemented by the Chinese government following the Two Sessions parliamentary meetings were far more severe than represented to investors and posed a material adverse threat to the Company and its business; (b) contemplated Chinese regulations and rules regarding private education were leading to a slowdown of government approval to open new educational facilities which would have a negative effect on FHS's enrollment and growth; and (c) as a result, representations made in connection with the Company's initial public offering regarding FHS's historical financial and operational metrics and purported market opportunities did not accurately reflect the actual business, operations, and financial results and trajectory of the Company at the time of the initial public offering, and were materially false and misleading and lacked a factual basis.
Aggrieved FHS investors only have until July 11, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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(NewsNation) — The co-founders of the Brandon Caserta Foundation, which works to end suicide in the military, said a sailor on the USS George Washington recently attempted to take his life.
The man is now receiving treatment, according to the foundation. NewsNation also spoke on the phone with the sailor’s mother, who confirmed the attempt and said her son is undergoing treatment.
NewsNation agreed not to identify the sailor’s mother for privacy reasons.
The Navy told NewsNation on Thursday it hadn’t received any reports of an attempted suicide.
The aircraft carrier, which is docked and undergoing major maintenance, is connected with a series of deaths — four of them suicides — according to the Navy, with three sailors taking their lives within a week last month.
Reports suggest conditions on the ship were uninhabitable and that sailors were subjected to conditions including constant noise, sleep problems and a lack of electricity.
“How many people need to die before you do something?” asked Patrick Caserta of the Caserta Foundation.
Patrick and Teri Caserta know that pain. Their son Brandon, also a sailor, died by suicide in 2018.
They’ve successfully lobbied Congress to pass The Brandon Act, which expands mental health services in the military.
“It is Brandon’s legacy and I do believe that it can work if it’s allowed to work,” Teri Caserta said. “It has to be implemented correctly, and it has to be pushed down through the ranks.
On Wednesday, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin acknowledged a problem with the way sailors are housed on ships undergoing repair, not unlike the George Washington.
“Certainly there’s a problem there,” he said. “We’ve got to understand what the problem is a bit more and then we have to figure out what to do to ensure we don’t have these kinds of problems in the future.”
The Navy is undertaking two separate investigations into the suicides and the conditions and culture on the aircraft carrier.
In the last month, it has allowed nearly 260 of about 400 sailors the option to relocate from the ship to temporary housing.
If you or someone you know is thinking of harming themself, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free support at 1-800-273-8255. Starting on July 16, 2022, U.S. residents can also be connected to the Lifeline by dialing 988. For more about risk factors and warning signs, visit the organization’s official website. | https://cw33.com/news/national/nexstar-media-wire/new-suicide-attempt-linked-to-uss-george-washington-family-says/ | 2022-05-14T03:15:27Z |
Michigan’s high court puts abortion question on Nov. ballot
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Voters will determine whether to place abortion rights in the Michigan Constitution, the state Supreme Court declared Thursday, settling the issue a day before the fall ballot must be completed.
Abortion rights would be guaranteed if the amendment passes on Nov. 8. A 1931 state law makes it a crime to perform most abortions, but the law was suspended in May and a judge this week followed up by striking it down as unconstitutional.
Though appeals of that decision are likely, the law would be trumped if voters approve the amendment in the fall election.
There are political implications beyond the ballot question itself. Democrats say the U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade is mobilizing voters and will help Democratic candidates this fall, when top races including governor, secretary of state and attorney general are on the Michigan ballot. They point to conservative Kansas, where voters overwhelmingly defeated a measure that would have allowed the Republican-controlled Legislature to tighten restrictions or ban the procedure outright.
A state elections board on Aug. 31 deadlocked along party lines on whether the abortion initiative should appear on the ballot, with Republicans voting no and Democrats voting yes. The 2-2 vote meant the measure wasn’t certified for the ballot.
Supporters submitted more than 700,000 signatures, easily clearing the minimum threshold. But Republicans and abortion opponents argued the petitions had improper or no spacing between certain words and were confusing to voters.
“What a sad marker of the times,” Chief Justice Bridget McCormack said in a brief statement that accompanied the 5-2 order.
McCormack said “there is no dispute” that every word was legible and in the correct order.
Republican members of the Board of State Canvassers “would disenfranchise millions of Michiganders not because they believe the many thousands of Michiganders who signed the proposal were confused by it, but because they think they have identified a technicality that allows them to do so, a game of gotcha gone very bad,” McCormack said.
The majority was made up of McCormack, three other Democratic justices and a Republican justice. Two Republicans dissented.
The court ordered the Board of State Canvassers, which meets again Friday, to sign off on the ballot question.
Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has asked the state Supreme Court to settle the status of the 1931 law, but the court hasn’t decided whether to intervene.
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Burnett reported from Chicago and White reported from Detroit.
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Conference doubling down on networking capabilities by requiring attendees to be registered with iConnections
NEW YORK, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SALT, a premier global thought leadership forum, today announced that its upcoming SALT New York conference, taking place September 12-14 at Javits Center Expansion in New York City, will be an iConnections-members only event. iConnections LLC ("iConnections") is an industry-leading community and technology platform that connects investment managers and allocators through an information-rich platform and mobile app.
SALT New York will continue to feature the brightest minds from the global business and financial industries across various keynotes, content panels and stages during this year's event. As part of this new format, the agenda will include dedicated blocks of time on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons for GP/LP attendees to schedule meetings through the iConnections platform.
The following parameters have been put in place for SALT New York 2022 registration:
- Institutional investors and financial advisors will be required to commit to a minimum of seven meetings during the conference for complimentary attendance
- Managers must work with iConnections to register for the event and join the platform
- Service providers can register and purchase individual tickets for the conference
"The opportunity to facilitate an environment for true business development at our events is becoming increasingly important, and we have partnered with the best global cap intro platform in the world to really bring this to life," said John Darsie, Managing Director of SALT. "While attendees can still expect the same high-caliber speakers and content SALT is best known for, we are doubling down on our commitment to fostering meaningful relationships for attendees by establishing dedicated time during the conference for GP-LP meetings."
SALT has partnered with iConnections for past events, such as Crypto Bahamas and SALT New York 2021, and the organizations are co-hosting SALT iConnections Asia this November 14-16 at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. This evolving partnership is a result of both organizations recognizing the opportunity to combine platforms and facilitate discussions that can lead to business impact within the global institutional asset management industry.
"SALT is a world class organization that features innovative content to help investors make informed decisions," said iConnections CEO Ron Biscardi. "Combining their longstanding and proven events concept with the power of iConnections' deep network of managers and allocators will create a more valuable and long-term impact for our community."
SALT New York's content agenda will be released in early August. More information on the conference, including registration information and FAQs, can be found here. For media attendance and media partnership inquiries, please contact pro-SALT@prosek.com.
About SALT
SALT is a global thought leadership forum focused on innovation and investing, founded in 2009 by Anthony Scaramucci and SkyBridge Capital. Its mission is to empower big ideas by connecting people and capital. SALT's flagship events bring together the world's foremost investors, creators and thinkers for high-level collaboration and networking. First airing in May 2021, SALT Talks is a digital media series featuring conversations with leading entrepreneurs. For more information please visit https://www.salt.org/ and follow SALT's Twitter and LinkedIn for content and updates.
About iConnections
iConnections is a software-powered community connecting the investment management industry. iConnections' platform and app allows managers to securely share company information with allocators, who can seamlessly evaluate and engage with relevant managers. The scalable technology powering iConnections can be used for all types of bespoke investor events. In an increasingly digital world, iConnections has reimagined how the investment industry connects. Visit https://iconnections.io to learn more.
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The Official Chip of the WNBA Announces Superstar Athlete's Chip Deal with the Launch of Her Signature Flavor, Ruffles® Ridge Twists™ Smoky BBQ
PLANO, Texas, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the 2022 WNBA Playoffs presented by Google begin, Ruffles – the Official Chip of the WNBA – is taking Own Your Ridges® to new heights and adding a twist on its Chip Deal™ roster by signing WNBA superstar A'ja Wilson as its first-ever female athlete. Joining the likes of some of basketball's biggest stars, the four-time WNBA All-Star, 2020 Kia WNBA Most Valuable Player, 2018 Kia WNBA Rookie of the Year and Olympic gold medalist is tipping off her multi-year contract with the game-changing launch of the new Ruffles Ridge Twists product line, including her own signature flavor, Smoky BBQ.
The new Ruffles Ridge Twists brings fans an entirely new snacking experience featuring the same iconic Ruffles ridges they know and love, but with a light, airy twist. The potato spirals come in two legendary flavors: Double Cheddar and A'ja's signature flavor, Smoky BBQ. Ruffles Ridge Twists Double Cheddar features a buttery and rich flavor that adds a little hop in your step, while Ruffles Ridge Twists Smoky BBQ taps into A'ja's South Carolinian roots and brings the classic BBQ flavor fans love.
"I grew up eating Ruffles so it's a dream come true to join the family of Chip Deal athletes and have my own signature flavor that's inspired by my Southern roots," said Wilson. "What's even better is Ruffles Ridge Twists Smoky BBQ isn't your average potato snack… it's the first to take the shape of a twist. And this new flavor is just the beginning! Ruffles and I have a lot of exciting things coming and I can't wait to keep this momentum going."
Signing A'ja as its newest Chip Deal athlete marks Ruffles' first of many upcoming initiatives with the WNBA. This multi-year partnership cements the brand's continued commitment and innovation within hoops culture.
"Through our Chip Deal signings, fans have been able to engage with their favorite NBA players in a whole new way, especially through their signature Ruffles flavors," said Stacy Taffet, senior vice president of marketing, Frito-Lay North America. "Now, as the Official Chip of the WNBA, we're proud to welcome our first-ever female athlete to our roster with a flavor of her own. A'ja embodies what it means to Own Your Ridges, so we're owning our ridges too and elevating our product game as part of this partnership by bringing fans the first-of-its-kind Ruffles Ridge Twists."
The product will be available in stores nationwide in the coming weeks and is currently available on snacks.com in 5.5oz bags for $5.59 and 1.75oz bags for $2.29.
Be sure to follow Ruffles on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube to stay informed on all partnership activations.
About Ruffles
Ruffles is one of many Frito-Lay North America brands – the $19 billion convenient foods division of PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP), which is headquartered in Purchase, NY. Learn more about Frito-Lay at the corporate website, http://www.fritolay.com/, the Snack Chat blog, http://www.snacks.com/ and on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/fritolay.
About Frito-Lay North America
Frito-Lay North America is the $19 billion convenient foods division of PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP), which is headquartered in Purchase, NY. Frito-Lay snacks include Lay's and Ruffles potato chips, Doritos tortilla chips, Cheetos snacks, Tostitos tortilla chips and branded dips, SunChips multigrain snacks and Fritos corn chips. The company operates 30+ manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Canada, more than 200 distribution centers and services 315,000 retail customers per week through its direct-store-delivery model. Learn more about Frito-Lay at the corporate website (www.fritolay.com), on Twitter (@fritolay), on Instagram (@fritolay) and on Facebook (Frito-Lay).
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $70 billion in net revenue in 2020, driven by a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Quaker, Tropicana and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including 23 brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Convenient Foods and Beverages by Winning with Purpose. "Winning with Purpose" reflects our ambition to win sustainably in the marketplace and embed purpose into all aspects of our business strategy and brands. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.
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HONG KONG, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 23, 2022, DL Holding Group Co., Ltd. (1709. HK) announced an investment of US $8 million (HK $63 million) to acquire 45% equity of its affiliated company DL family office (HK) Limited and 100% equity of Emerald Wealth Management Limited for US $2 million (HK $15.5 million) both in cash, totaling US $ 10 million (HK $78.5 million).
DL Holding has achieved a rapid growth in revenue and net profit in recent years and its securities and investment businesses have gained remarkable results. Especially at a time of huge market fluctuations and increasing uncertainty. Acquiring the family office business with a more stable and consistent business model will not only rapidly expand DL's asset management business, scale and the scope of services, increase the number of ultra-high net worth clients, but also will help to create synergies for the investment banking business. The acquisitions will also bring a strong, stable and more sustainable driving force into its Impacting Investing Strategy.
DL Family Office (DLFO) was established in 2012 and is one of the earliest and most successful multi-family offices in Hong Kong. Headquartered in Hong Kong, DLFO covers mainland China, Singapore, North America and Japan. At present, the total AUM is about US $1.22 billion (HK $10 billion). The revenue in 2021 was US $ 3 million (HK $24 million), an increase of 60% over the previous year. The overall assets under management increased from US $371 million (HK $ 3 billion) in 2019 to US $1.22 billion (HK $ 10 billion) in March 2022. The company is licensed by HKSFC to engage in Type 4 and Type 9 regulated activities, which can provide ultra-high net worth clients with series of financial services such as asset management, family constitution, residency planning, impacting investment, insurance services, charitable funds, education and health consulting. The core team of DLFO comes from internationally renowned private banks, investment banks and wealth management institutions, with more than 20 years of experience on average.
Emerald Wealth Management Ltd. (Emerald) is committed to providing customers in Greater China with a full range of wealth management and lifestyle services and consulting. It holds the license of the Hong Kong Association of Professional Insurance Brokers (PIBA). At present, it has served nearly 500 groups of wealthy families, with a total annual premium of US $ 9 million (HK $70 million) in 2021. At the same time, Emerald provides one-stop services to wealth management institutions and independent financial planners, including product training, pre-sales and after-sales insurance support, etc.
In 2022, DL Holdings Group has successively invested in Atlas Multi-assets Capital, signed a strategic cooperation agreement with YF Life, and began the distribution and business cooperation with Harvest Global Capital Investments to accelerate the expansion of its business channels and product categories.
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A beachfront music venue on the Texas Gulf Coast
HOUSTON, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort, a beachfront RV resort and entertainment venue along the Texas Gulf Coast, today announced its Labor Day Concert Series lineup with co-headliners on Saturday and Sunday. This beachfront concert venue is unlike anything on the Texas Gulf Coast and welcomes locals and travelers alike to enjoy this one-of-a-kind stage with top artists.
Friday, September 2nd
Jason Boland & The Stragglers
Kyle Nix & The 38's
RC & The Ambers
Saturday, September 3rd
SHINYRIBS & Cory Morrow
Jon Stork
Sunday, September 4th
Giovannie & The Hired Guns
Kody West
Holly Beth
"Our Labor Day Concert Series is the best way to close out a spectacular summer at the Bolivar Beach Club. This concert venue is unlike anything else on the Texas Gulf Coast and is a venue that will continue to bring top artists to its stage every year," said Brad Ballard, founder and developer of the Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort. "With our concerts being open to the public, it gives everyone a chance to come and enjoy our new resort and spend a fun filled weekend with their families at the beach."
The Paradise Park Stage at the Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort, can entertain up to 3000 people, making it one of the largest beachfront entertainment venues along the Gulf Coast. The RV resort is the ultimate weekend destination and the first of its kind on the Texas Gulf Coast.
The Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort offers the perfect vacation escape that is customizable for every type of guest. A place to lounge poolside, cocktail in-hand in a private cabana. A place to soak in live music, enjoy Crystal Beach with sand between your toes, to enjoy family friendly activities, or modern conveniences and VIP experiences—and all paired with a Southern hospitality that makes the resort unlike anything else on the Texas Gulf Coast.
Want to experience what the Beach Club has to offer? Day Passes are available so visitors can enjoy the resort-style pool, turf lawn and other amenities anytime.
To receive ticket sale information or to book your site for the summer, follow the Beach Club on Facebook or Subscribe to its newsletter at BolivarBeachClub.com.
About the Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort
The Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort is a beachfront vacation and entertainment venue offering an unmatched amenity package that elevates the RV travel experience. A blend of seaside Southern hospitality and backyard tranquility, this resort is decked out with sparkling pools, swim-up bars, private VIP cabanas and live entertainment just steps from the beaches of the Upper Texas Coast. To learn more, visit BolivarBeachClub.com.
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NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This press release provides shareholders of Cohen & Steers REIT and Preferred and Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: RNP) (the "Fund") with information regarding the sources of the distribution to be paid on June 30, 2022 and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date.
In December 2017, the Fund implemented a managed distribution policy in accordance with exemptive relief issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The managed distribution policy seeks to deliver the Fund's long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions declared at a fixed rate per common share. The policy gives the Fund greater flexibility to realize long-term capital gains throughout the year and to distribute those gains on a regular monthly basis to shareholders. The Board of Directors of the Fund may amend, terminate or suspend the managed distribution policy at any time, which could have an adverse effect on the market price of the Fund's shares.
The Fund's monthly distributions may include long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income and/or return of capital for federal income tax purposes. Return of capital includes distributions paid by the Fund in excess of its net investment income and net realized capital gains and such excess is distributed from the Fund's assets. A return of capital is not taxable; rather, it reduces a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares of the Fund. In addition, distributions from the Fund's investments in real estate investment trusts (REITs) may later be characterized as capital gains and/or a return of capital, depending on the character of the dividends reported to the Fund after year-end by REITs held by the Fund. The amount of monthly distributions may vary depending on a number of factors, including changes in portfolio and market conditions.
At the time of each monthly distribution, information will be posted to cohenandsteers.com and mailed to shareholders in a concurrent notice. However, this information may change at the end of the year because the final tax characteristics of the Fund's distributions cannot be determined with certainty until after the end of the calendar year. Final tax characteristics of all of the Fund's distributions will be provided on Form 1099-DIV, which is mailed after the close of the calendar year.
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year-to-date from the sources indicated. All amounts are expressed per common share.
You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's managed distribution policy. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this Notice are only estimates, are likely to change over time, and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for accounting and tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The amounts and sources of distributions year-to-date may be subject to additional adjustments.
*THE FUND WILL SEND YOU A FORM 1099-DIV FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR THAT WILL TELL YOU HOW TO REPORT THESE DISTRIBUTIONS FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES
The Fund's Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return for fiscal year 2022 (January 1, 2022 through May 31, 2022) is set forth below. Shareholders should take note of the relationship between the Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return with the Fund's Cumulative Distribution Rate for 2022. In addition, the Fund's Average Annual Total Return for the five-year period ending May 31, 2022 is set forth below. Shareholders should note the relationship between the Average Annual Total Return with the Fund's Current Annualized Distribution Rate for 2022. The performance and distribution rate information disclosed in the table is based on the Fund's net asset value per share (NAV). The Fund's NAV is calculated as the total market value of all the securities and other assets held by the Fund minus the total liabilities, divided by the total number of shares outstanding. While NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's individual investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market.
Fund Performance and Distribution Rate Information:
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expense of the Fund carefully before investing. You can obtain the Fund's most recent periodic reports, when available, and other regulatory filings by contacting your financial advisor or visiting cohenandsteers.com. These reports and other filings can be found on the Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR Database. You should read these reports and other filings carefully before investing.
Shareholders should not use the information provided here in preparing their tax returns. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year indicating how to report Fund distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Website: https://www.cohenandsteers.com/
Symbol: (NYSE: CNS)
About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release and other statements that Cohen & Steers may make may contain forward looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which reflect the company's current views with respect to, among other things, its operations and financial performance. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "seeks," "approximately," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates," or the negative versions of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties.
Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
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SOURCE Cohen & Steers, Inc. | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/24/cohen-amp-steers-reit-preferred-income-fund-inc-rnp-notification-sources-distribution-under-section-19a/ | 2022-06-24T01:17:31Z |
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