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ForeFront Power's Solar Energy System Developments include a 377 kW-DC System at Chicago's Goose Island Beer Co. and a 217 kW-DC System at Long Island's Blue Point Brewing Co.
SAN FRANCISCO, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ForeFront Power, a leading developer, advisor, and asset manager for commercial and industrial-scale solar energy and storage projects, has partnered with America's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, to develop solar energy systems at eight breweries in its craft business unit, Brewers Collective. ForeFront Power has now completed solar energy installations at Goose Island Beer Co. in Chicago, Blue Point Brewing Co. in Patchogue, NY, Virtue Cider in Fennville, MI., Breckenridge Brewery in Littleton, CO, Devils Backbone Brewing Co. in Lexington, VA, Four Peaks Brewing Co., in Tempe, AZ, Karbach Brewing Co. in Houston, and 10 Barrel Brewing Co. in Bend, OR. Combined, these solar energy systems total 2.4 megawatt-DC (MWdc) and will help Anheuser-Busch avoid over 2 million pounds of carbon dioxide per year.
"Many craft breweries are more than production facilities; they are now major tourist destinations and community hubs," said Michael Smith, CEO of ForeFront Power. "On-site solar generation can not only substantially reduce utility costs, but also serve as a tangible demonstration of a brewery's environmental stewardship and commitment to taking climate action. We applaud Anheuser-Busch for its clean energy leadership in the beverage sector, and it has been so rewarding for our team to help breweries across the U.S. achieve their sustainability goals."
In Chicago, ForeFront Power installed a 377 kilowatt-DC (kW-DC) rooftop solar array atop Goose Island's Barrel House. Goose Island opened in 1988, and in 2014 opened the Barrel House, a state-of-the-art, 139,000 sq. foot brewing facility and event space that is home to over 15,000 barrels, all within a historic Art Deco brick warehouse. The rooftop solar array will generate 484,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity annually, helping Goose Island avoid 750,000 pounds of carbon dioxide a year. This is roughly equivalent to the carbon sequestered by 420 acres of forest in one year.
"Goose Island is proud to have completed a solar energy project atop our Barrel House," said Todd Ahsmann, president of Goose Island Beer Co. "The ForeFront Power team helped make going solar a turnkey process, and we are pleased with our system's performance, the utility savings it provides, and its positive contribution to our region's climate goals. Goose Island is proof that if solar can work in the Windy City, it can work anywhere."
At Long Island's Blue Point Brewing Co., ForeFront Power installed a 217 kW-DC rooftop solar array atop the brewery's 54,000 sq. foot facility in Patchogue, NY. The completion of the solar project marks an important milestone in Blue Point Brewing's decades-long sustainability program. The solar project will generate over 285,000 kWh of electricity annually, the equivalent of 247 acres of U.S. forestry conserved.
"Blue Point is surrounded by water and has always focused our sustainability efforts on protecting our waterways," said Nick Rosenberg, Blue Point's environmental safety manager. "Becoming a solar brewery was the logical next step to fight climate change and lower our utility bills at the same time. We are thankful for ForeFront Power's expert guidance through every phase of the project, from permitting, to installation, to construction and energization."
The solar projects are all part of a company-wide commitment from Anheuser-Busch to purchase 100% of its electricity from renewable sources – a goal it achieved four years early. Through partnerships with leading renewable energy providers like ForeFront Power, all Anheuser-Busch Brewers Collective craft partner brewery and cidery locations now brew with 100% renewable electricity from wind and solar power.*
About ForeFront Power
ForeFront Power is a leading North American developer of solar and energy storage solutions for commercial, industrial, public sector and community solar customers. The ForeFront Power team has 15 years of experience working together to develop more than 1,300 behind-the-meter and community solar and storage projects, totaling more than 1 gigawatt-DC of renewable electricity. Headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in New York City and Mexico City, the company offers business, government, education and community solar customers in the U.S. and Mexico a broad array of development, advisory and asset management services. ForeFront Power is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co. Ltd., a global energy infrastructure and investment leader with a robust balance sheet and an "A" credit rating from Standard & Poor's. For more information, visit forefrontpower.com.
About Brewers Collective
Brewers Collective, a business unit of Anheuser-Busch, is on a mission to energize how people view, consume and experience beer by sharing our joy of brewing. We have an unwavering devotion to our beer, brands, people and communities, and are on a continued pursuit of making the next beer our best one yet. We believe that quality is not an exception, innovation is a standard, and that everyone is welcome within the world of beer. Brewers Collective encourages everyone to drink responsibly, hydrate and get a safe ride home when needed.
About Anheuser-Busch
At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life's moments, dream big to move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact in the world. We hope to build a future that everyone can celebrate, and everyone can share. For more than 160 years, Anheuser-Busch has carried on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Today, we own and operate more than 120 facilities, including breweries, wholesaler distribution centers, agricultural facilities and packaging plants, and have more than 19,000 colleagues across the United States. We are home to several of America's most loved beer brands, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob ULTRA and Stella Artois, as well as a number of regional brands that provide beer drinkers with a choice of the best-tasting craft beers in the industry. From responsible drinking programs and emergency drinking water donations to industry-leading sustainability efforts, we are guided by our unwavering commitment to supporting the communities we call home. For more information, visit www.anheuser-busch.com or follow Anheuser-Busch on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
*Electricity is one type of energy Anheuser-Busch uses to brew. Visit https://www.anheuser- busch.com/community/home.html for details.
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Little announces record fundraising
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — Governor Brad Little has announced his March campaign fundraising total of more than $150,000.
For nine consecutive months, Governor Little has received more than $100,000 in contributions each month, the only statewide candidate to do so.
His overall fundraising leads the field of all candidates running for Governor by a 4:1 margin.
The Brad Little for Governor campaign has received almost $1.8 million and well over 3,200 contributions from Idahoans and businesses who support his candidacy. He also has a contribution from Idahoans in all 44 counties. This also paces the field for all statewide candidates in Idaho for both contributions and overall fundraising.
“I won’t stop working on behalf of all Idahoans,” said Governor Little. “The support we have received is humbling, and it is clear that Idahoans share my vision to make Idaho the best state in the country to live, do business, and raise a family.” | https://localnews8.com/politics/idaho-politics/2022/04/12/little-announces-record-fundraising/ | 2022-04-12T18:17:04Z |
Warming up for the Suncoast
Slight chance for mainly inland storms
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Temperatures will again be on the rise along with the humidity on Wednesday as winds switch around to the SE and then SW near the coast later in the day. Wind speeds will be from 15 mph to start the day dropping to 10 mph during the early afternoon. We start off with mostly sunny skies during the morning followed by partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. Temperatures will warm into the low 80s at the beach and mid to upper 80s away from the water.
Thursday winds will shift more to the south and southwest out ahead of a dying cold front to our north. This will bring the humidity up and make it feel a little more like summer out there. High temperatures on Thursday will top out in the upper 80s inland and mid 80s near the beaches. There will also be a few pop up showers or isolated thunderstorms mainly inland during the late afternoon and evening. Those storms should stay a way from the area beaches with a SW wind.
Friday through Easter Sunday expect more of the same with generally partly cloudy skies along with a slight chance for a few scattered storms late in the day and east of I-75 corridor. The rain chance is at 20%. Highs will be above the average which is 82 degrees. We are going to see temperatures warm into the mid to upper 80s for most everyone except right along the coast where the sea breeze will keep temperatures close to the average.
By Tuesday of next week we will see a cold front approach and bring increasing cloudiness along with a chance for a few showers and possible thunderstorms. This front will cool things off a bit with temperatures falling a little below average through Wednesday.
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LONDON (AP) — Germany and Ireland have condemned the U.K government’s move towards unilaterally rewriting parts of the post-Brexit deal with the European Union.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and Irish counterpart Simon Coveney said there was “no legal or political justification” for overriding the agreed trade rules in Northern Ireland.
Writing in British newspaper The Observer on Sunday, the ministers say Britain will be breaking an international agreement just two years old which it hadn’t engaged in with “good faith.”
The so-called Northern Ireland Protocol within the deal maintains an open border with EU member Ireland and free of customs posts.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s administration wants to remove the checks on goods such as meat and eggs arriving in Northern Ireland from the rest of the U.K., which protect the European Union’s single market.
Lawmakers in London passed legislation which permits the move last week.
Johnson’s critics, opponents and some members of his own party, along with European observers, have said the plan breaks international law. The government argues it is justified because of the “genuinely exceptional situation.”
Baerbock and Coveney said the bill wouldn’t fix the “challenges” around the protocol.
“Instead, it will create a new set of uncertainties and make it more challenging to find durable solutions,” they wrote.
The foreign ministers also argued the move jeopardizes peace in Northern Ireland under the Good Friday Agreement, which helped end decades of sectarian violence and has stood since 1998.
Johnson’s government has hoped to pass the legislation, which will be debated again in Parliament on July 13 by the time its summer break begins later in the month. This could see it become law by the end of 2022.
The EU has threatened to retaliate against the U.K. if it goes ahead, raising the prospect of a trade war between the two major economic partners.
Separately, Irish Deputy Prime Minister Leo Varadkar told the BBC on Sunday it wasn’t “appropriate or right” time for a poll on Irish reunification.
Varadkar said such a referendum, permitted under the Good Friday Agreement when a majority in Northern Ireland in favor of a united Ireland is considered “likely,” would be “divisive and defeated” at the moment.
The Northern Ireland Assembly, its devolved legislature, has been paralyzed for months over the implementation of the protocol, leaving it without a regional government. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/germany-ireland-slam-uk-move-toward-overriding-brexit-deal/ | 2022-07-04T12:45:51Z |
Winter Storm Warning issued April 12 at 1:55AM MDT until April 13 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT…Snow and blowing snow. Additional accumulations of 4 to 8
inches, with winds gusting up to 40 MPH.
* WHERE…Bear River Range in Idaho including Emigration Summit.
* WHEN…Until midnight MDT tonight.
* IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult with slick roads.
Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. | https://localnews8.com/weather/alerts-weather/2022/04/12/winter-storm-warning-issued-april-12-at-155am-mdt-until-april-13-at-1200am-mdt-by-nws-pocatello-id/ | 2022-04-12T08:59:53Z |
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE: PBF) today announced that members of its management team will participate in the Barclays Energy-Power Conference on September 7, 2022 and the Wells Fargo Leveraged Finance Conference on September 8, 2022.
PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE: PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities in California, Delaware, Louisiana, New Jersey and Ohio. Our mission is to operate our facilities in a safe, reliable and environmentally responsible manner, provide employees with a safe and rewarding workplace, become a positive influence in the communities where we do business, and provide superior returns to our investors.
PBF Energy Inc. also currently indirectly owns the general partner and approximately 48% of the limited partnership interest of PBF Logistics LP (NYSE: PBFX).
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NEW YORK, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mutual of America Financial Group, which specializes in providing retirement services and investments to organizations and individuals, is pleased to announce that Chris Malfant has joined Mutual of America Capital Management LLC as Executive Vice President and Head of Fixed Income.
Malfant will be responsible for all aspects of Capital Management's Fixed Income portfolio management, which has more than $10 billion in assets. Specifically, he will focus on asset allocation and oversight of the Mutual of America Life Insurance Company general account, Mutual of America Investment Corporation funds and Mutual of America Variable Insurance Portfolios, Inc. portfolios, as well as institutional accounts. He will lead a team of fixed income portfolio managers and traders, and report to Stephen Rich, Chairman and CEO of Mutual of America Capital Management LLC.
"I'm excited to join Mutual of America and be part of the Mutual of America Capital Management team, which is well known for its fundamental research capabilities and prudent investment management," said Malfant. "I look forward to working with my new colleagues to ensure the continued growth of fixed income investments available to clients and the ongoing success of Mutual of America."
"Chris's significant experience in fixed income investment management and substantial knowledge of the financial markets will be essential as the Company continues to focus on serving its fund shareholders and institutional accounts," said Rich. "His disciplined approach to investing, especially in the current, uncertain financial and economic environment, will serve to further strengthen Mutual of America and address the long-term interests of its customers."
Malfant has nearly two decades of experience in fixed income investment management. Prior to joining Mutual of America, he was Head of Investment Grade Corporate Bonds and Portfolio Manager for American International Group. While there, he built and enhanced credit processes and investment procedures for the corporate bond team, screening for relative value across the investment grade credit universe. Prior to this, he served in the Navy on both the USS Donald Cook and the USS Kinkaid, where he served with distinction, earning the Donald Cook leadership sword and being named the number-one Division Officer.
Malfant earned an MBA from the University of Chicago School of Business. He is a graduate of Duke University, where he earned a BS in Biology and a BA in Environmental Science and Policy.
Mutual of America Capital Management LLC is a registered investment adviser and an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of Mutual of America Life Insurance Company. It is the investment advisor to the Mutual of America Investment Corporation funds and Mutual of America Variable Insurance Portfolios, Inc., which, combined, have approximately $20 billion in assets under management.
Mutual of America Financial Group is a leading provider of retirement services and investments to employers, employees and individuals. We provide high-quality, innovative products and services at a competitive price, along with outstanding personalized service, to help our customers build and preserve assets for a financially secure future. Our mission is built upon our values—integrity, prudence, reliability, excellence and social responsibility—which have guided us since 1945 and continue to serve us and our customers well. For more information, visit mutualofamerica.com, and connect with us via Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
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- Total Paid Subscribers Grew from 831,000 to 838,000 Sequentially
- Zoosk Grew New Subscribers 17% Year Over Year and 7% Sequentially
- Zoosk Grew Organic Traffic 19% Year Over Year
- Strategic Alternatives Review In Progress
BERLIN, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spark Networks SE (NASDAQ: LOV), a leading social dating platform for meaningful relationships, today reported financial results for its 2022 second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Eric Eichmann, CEO of Spark Networks, commented, "We saw new subscriber growth of 17% year over and a 19% increase in organic traffic year over year for our largest brand Zoosk in the second quarter, as we began scaling our user acquisition spend, supporting Zoosk's trajectory back to revenue growth. We continue to make good progress on improving the Zoosk user experience, which we believe will drive increased adoption and renewals. As the fourth largest online subscription-based dating company across North America and Europe by revenue, we remain focused on successfully executing the well-developed roadmap of strategies and investments we have in place to drive revenue growth and ultimately shareholder value."
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results
- Revenue was $48.0 million, compared to $55.3 million in the second quarter of 2021. On a constant currency basis (1), revenue would have been $50.3 million in the second quarter of 2022.
- Net loss was $8.8 million, compared to $49.0 million in the second quarter of 2021.
- Adjusted EBITDA loss(2) was $1.7 million, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $8.6 million in the second quarter of 2021.
Please see the table captioned "Reconciliation of Net loss to Adjusted EBITDA" included at the end of this release for a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA, which is a non-U.S. GAAP measure, to U.S. GAAP.
Business Highlights
- Total Paid Subscribers: Total paid subscribers grew from 831,000 to 838,000 sequentially in the second quarter. Zoosk end of period subscribers grew 4% year over year and 5% sequentially in the second quarter.
- Zoosk Delivered Improving Growth Metrics: Zoosk new subscribers grew 17% year over year and 7% sequentially in the second quarter. Zoosk organic traffic grew 19% year over year.
- Product and Marketing Improvements: Spark successfully expanded TV and radio ads during the quarter and is adding other channels, including TikTok. Spark plans to roll out new mobile apps by year-end.
- Strategic Review: A robust and active strategic alternatives review process has been underway since June 2022.
Financial Outlook
"As we look to the rest of the year, due to a number of factors, the largest of which is the appreciation of the U.S. dollar, we are revising down our guidance for our full-year 2022 revenue," said David Clark, Chief Financial Officer of Spark Networks. "We now expect total revenue for the year to be down low to mid-single digits on a percentage basis as compared to 2021. On a constant currency basis, we expect full-year 2022 revenue to be consistent with full-year 2021 revenue. On the profitability side, although we expect full-year Adjusted EBITDA to be lower than previously anticipated, we expect to deliver low double-digit Adjusted EBITDA margins for the full year. It is important to note that in periods of subscriber growth, revenue and Adjusted EBITDA tend to lag as we recognize revenue over the entire subscription length, while 100% of the user acquisition cost is recognized ahead of this growth in the quarter that it is incurred."
Investor Conference Call
Spark Networks management will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors today at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (5:30 a.m. Pacific Time) to discuss the Company's financial results.
To access the live call, dial 1-800-225-9448 (US and Canada) or +1 203-518-9708 (International) and ask to join the Spark Networks' call.
A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be accessible on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at https://investor.spark.net/investor-relations/home. In addition, a phone replay will be available approximately two hours following the end of the call and will remain available for one week. To access the call replay, dial 1-877-481-4010 (US) or +1 919-882-2331 (International) and enter the replay passcode: 46271.
About Spark Networks SE
Spark Networks SE (NASDAQ: LOV) is a leading social dating platform for meaningful relationships focusing on the 40+ demographic and faith-based affiliations. Spark's widening portfolio of premium and freemium dating apps include Zoosk, EliteSingles, SilverSingles, Christian Mingle, Jdate, and JSwipe, among others. Spark is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with offices in New York and Utah.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, statements involving known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause Spark Networks' performance or achievements to be materially different from those of any expected future results, performance, or achievements. These statements include, without limitation, statements regarding leading indicators revenue growth; our focus on successfully executing the well-developed roadmap of strategies and investments we have in place to drive revenue growth and ultimately shareholder value in 2022 and beyond; our expectations with respect to financial outlook for full year 2022 including with respect to revenue and Adjusted EBITDA; Zoosk's trajectory back to revenue growth; the scaling of our user acquisition spend; improvements to the Zoosk user experience; increased adoption and renewals for Zoosk; our plans to roll out new mobile apps by year end; the expansion of our marketing channels; and the impact of the appreciation of the U.S. dollar on our business.
Any statements in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be considered to be forward-looking statements. Written words, such as "believes," "hopes," "intends," "estimates," "expects," "projects," "plans," "anticipates," "guides," and variations thereof, or the use of future tense, identify forward-looking statements. By their nature, forward-looking statements and forecasts involve risks and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur in the near future. There are a number of factors that could cause actual results and developments to differ materially, including, but not limited to, the risk that the benefits from the acquisition of Zoosk, Inc. may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected; risks related to the degree of competition in the markets in which Spark Networks operates; risks related to the ability of Spark Networks to retain and hire key personnel, operating results and business generally; the timing and market acceptance of new products introduced by Spark Networks' competitors; Spark Networks' ability to identify potential acquisitions; Spark Networks' ability to comply with new and evolving regulations relating to data protection and data privacy; general competition and price measures in the market place; risks related to the duration and severity of COVID-19 and its impact on Spark Networks' business; and general economic conditions. Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ are discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in Spark Networks' most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and in other sections of Spark Networks' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), and in Spark Networks' other current and periodic reports filed or furnished from time to time with the SEC. All forward-looking statements in this press release are made as of the date hereof, based on information available to the Company as of the date hereof, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement except as required by law.
For More Information
Investor contact:
MKR Investor Relations, Inc.
Todd Kehrli
lov@mkr-group.com
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
To supplement our consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP, we use the following non-GAAP financial measures: constant currency revenue and Adjusted EBITDA. These measures are derived on the basis of methodologies other than in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
1 We provide a constant currency revenue amount to present a period-to-period comparison of business performance that excludes the impact of foreign currency fluctuations. We define non-GAAP constant currency revenue as total revenue excluding the effect of foreign exchange rate movements. Non-GAAP constant currency revenue are calculated by translating current quarter revenues using prior period exchange rates.
2 Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization ("Adjusted EBITDA"), a non-U.S. GAAP financial measure, is one of the primary metrics by which we evaluate the performance of our business, budget, forecast and compensate management. We believe this measure provides management and investors with a consistent view, period to period, of the core earnings generated from the ongoing operations and allows for greater transparency with respect to key metrics used by senior leadership in its financial and operational decision-making. We define Adjusted EBITDA as net earnings (loss) excluding interest expense, (gain) loss on foreign currency transactions, income tax (benefit) expense, depreciation and amortization, asset impairments, stock-based compensation expense, acquisition related costs and other costs. Adjusted EBITDA has inherent limitations in evaluating the performance of the Company,and you should not consider these measures in isolation or as a substitute for analyzing the Company's results as reported under U.S. GAAP. Some of these limitations include:
- Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect the cash capital expenditures during the measurement period;
- Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect any changes in working capital requirements during the measurement period;
- Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect the cash tax payments during the measurement period; and
- Adjusted EBITDA may be calculated differently by other companies in our industry, thus limiting its value as a comparative measure.
Because of these limitations, Adjusted EBITDA should be considered in addition to other financial performance measures, including net income (loss) and our other U.S. GAAP results. A reconciliation of the Adjusted EBITDA for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021 can be found in the table below captioned "Reconciliation of Net loss to Adjusted EBITDA."
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BETHESDA, Md., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today that it structured $754,000,000 in financing for Aman New York, one of New York's most anticipated luxury hotel and residence developments. Occupying the top 20 floors of the iconic 100-year-old Crown Building on 57th Street and Fifth Avenue, the Aman New York was developed by the OKO Group, an international real estate development firm passionate about merging world-class property development with world-class architecture and design.
Aaron Appel, Keith Kurland, Jonathan Schwartz, and Adam Schwartz led Walker & Dunlop's team in structuring the debt financing provided by JPMorgan Chase. This three-year financing consisted of a bridge loan and a condo inventory loan. Financing this property was highly competitive, with many capital sources bidding to finance this unique development.
"We're excited to have worked with the OKO and Aman teams on this world-class asset," says Keith Kurland. "Their unparalleled vision to deliver a seven-star hotel and residences has truly come to fruition."
The 95,000 square-foot residential section of the development includes 22 exclusive residences, while the 117,000 square-foot hotel portion contains 83 guest rooms and suites. These rooms are among New York's largest, and this hotel is the only hotel in New York to offer a working fireplace in each room. This development is Aman's first US urban residence project and provides unique features for owners, including a private entrance, access to three dining venues, the Jazz Club, the Wine Room, and the renowned 25,000 square feet Aman Spa. The residences are almost entirely sold out, with one of the condos selling for $55 million, in one of New York's priciest residential transactions so far this year.
Originally built in 1921, the Crown Building was the first home of the Museum of Modern Art. It was renamed in 1983 for its iconic crown-like appearance when illuminated. The hotel portion of the property will open on August 2nd, with reservations opening on July 25th.
Walker & Dunlop is the ninth CRE lender overall in 2021 with $68B in total transaction volume last year. With one of the strongest networks in the industry, the firm's 2021 brokered loan originations totaled $30 billion, a 170% increase over 2020. To learn more about our Capital Markets capabilities and financing options, visit our website.
Walker & Dunlop (NYSE: WD) is one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where Americans live, work, shop and play — to life. The power of our people, premier brand, and industry-leading technology makes us more insightful and valuable to our clients, providing an unmatched experience every step of the way. With over 1,000 employees across every major U.S. market, Walker & Dunlop has consistently been named one of Fortune's Great Places to Work® and is committed to making the commercial real estate industry more inclusive and diverse while creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.
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A look at what’s happening around the majors today:
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OH THOSE O’S!
Ryan Mountcastle, Trey Mancini and the surprising Baltimore Orioles try for their eighth straight win, which would match their best streak in 17 years.
The last time the O’s won eight in a row was 2005 with a team that included Rafael Palmeiro and Sammy Sosa.
Dean Kremer combined with four relievers to pitch the O’s past the Angels 1-0 Saturday at Camden Yards for their seventh straight victory. That equaled Baltimore’s longest string of success since 2017.
Coming off a 52-110 record, the Orioles are 42-44 and only a few games out of a wild-card spot. They’re 28-20 since a 14-24 start.
Los Angeles dropped to 1-7 on a nine-game trip and at 38-48 is a season-worst 10 games under .500. The Angels are 14-35 since a 24-13 start.
Orioles right-hander Austin Voth (0-1, 7.20), claimed on waivers from Washington last month, starts against lefty José Suarez (1-2, 4.30 ERA).
MIAMI ACE
A few hours before he’s likely to be picked for the NL All-Star team, Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara (9-3, 1.82 ERA) pitches against the Mets at Citi Field.
The 26-year-old Alcantara is a top contender to start for the National League on July 19 at Dodger Stadium. He struck out 10 in eight shutout innings of two-hit ball Tuesday against the Angels.
THE FOUR-A’S CLUB
The Oakland Athletics have gotten exactly four hits in four straight games, and have managed to win two of them.
The A’s beat AL West-leading Houston 3-2 on Saturday at the Coliseum. When the game ended, the top hitter in the Oakland lineup was Ramón Laureano — with a season average of .242.
Oakland’s batting average dropped to .209, on track to break the major league low of .211 set by the dead-ball era 1910 Chicago White Sox.
The Athletics next face right-hander Jake Odorizzi (3-2, 4.04), who will pitch for the second time since coming off the injured list. He allowed five runs and nine hits in four innings against the Royals on Monday.
A’s lefty Cole Irvin (3-6, 3.55) has one win in nine starts since coming off the injured list on May 22.
DEVERS OUT
All-Star third baseman Rafael Devers will sit out Sunday night when Boston finishes its four-game series against the Yankees at Fenway Park.
Devers exited Friday night’s loss because of a sore back that forced him to make an early exit. Boston manager Alex Cora says the team will see how Devers is feeling on Monday.
The 25-year-old Devers was selected Friday as the American League’s starting third baseman for the second straight year. Hours later, he hurt his back crashing into a side rail going for a foul ball.
Devers is hitting .327 with 19 home runs and 51 RBIs.
Jameson Taillon (9-2, 3.63 ERA) starts for the AL East-leading Yankees against Nick Pivetta (8-6, 3.68).
FRANCO AILING
Rays shortstop Wander Franco will see a doctor on Monday, two days after leaving a game because of discomfort in his right hand and wrist.
The 21-year-old Franco has played just 58 games this season, slow by a quadriceps and other leg trouble.
Franco is hitting .260 with five home runs and 23 RBIs.
CARD-NILS
Nolan Arenado and the Cardinals have gone 46 innings without scoring an earned run on a hit. The last one St. Louis got came on Nolan Gorman’s RBI single in the first inning on Tuesday at Atlanta.
The Cardinals have lost seven of nine. They got just two hits in a 1-0 loss at home to Philadelphia on Saturday.
Rookie right-hander Andre Pallante (2-4, 3.03 ERA) start for the Cardinals. Veteran reliever Nick Nelson (3-1, 4.17) start as an opener for the Phillies.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading promotional products and solutions provider iPromo announced today that it has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for the second year in a row with three-year revenue growth of 256%, placing No. 2281 on Inc's. annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"In the new hybrid world we are focused on creating solutions that help with employee retention and relationship building through promotional products and corporate gifts," said Leo Friedman, iPromo's CEO & Founder. "Our clients love their online company stores, and our new SwagCloud™ platform that lets them store and distribute their products on demand. We are also passionate about reducing the 20% waste in our industry through EcoCloud™, a solution for reusing or donating unused swag. Our growth has come from being reliable branding and distribution partners for our clients."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144%. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.
About iPromo
iPromo is a leader in providing solutions and swag for corporate gifting, trade shows, events and branding needs. The company has been curating and sourcing the newest, smartest and most impactful promotional products since its founding in 1999, working with over 45,000 clients to match branded items to their specific requests. For more information, visit www.ipromo.com
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SpaceX’s wildly busy year continues with astronaut splashdown
By Jackie Wattles, CNN Business
Three NASA astronauts and a European astronaut splashed down aboard their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule off the coast of Florida after midnight Friday morning, capping off their six-month mission during which they worked alongside Russian cosmonauts and hosted the first all-private crew to visit the orbiting outpost.
The crew of this mission, called Crew-3, departed the ISS in the early hours of Thursday morning and spent more than 20 hours free flying through orbit aboard the 13-foot-wide capsule before it plunged back into the atmosphere and parachuted to its water landing.
The four astronauts on the Crew-3 mission are NASA’s Raja Chari, Tom Marshburn, and Kayla Barron, as well a German astronaut with the ESA, Matthias Maurer.
After the capsule made a safe landing, bobbing up and down in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Florida, Chari told mission control: “Thanks for letting us take [Crew Dragon] Endurance on a shakedown cruise.”
“Looking forward to watching many more flights of Endurance in the future,” he said, using the “Endurance” name bestowed on Crew-3’s capsule. “That was a great ride. Enjoyed working with the NASA and SpaceX team. Thanks for getting us to the space station and back safely.”
This will mark the conclusion of SpaceX’s third operational mission to the ISS that the company has conducted in partnership with NASA.
SpaceX has had a whirlwind month of activity. It kicked off with the launch of the private AX-1 mission to the ISS on April 8, and the company brought that crew home just last week. Then SpaceX launched the Crew-4 astronauts, who will replace the Crew-3 astronauts on the ISS staff, last Wednesday, then immediately began gearing up for Crew-3’s return. Meanwhile, the company’s Falcon 9 rocket launched satellites to orbit, including a batch of the company’s Starlink internet satellites, just last Friday.
SpaceX has already notched 17 launches so far in 2022, making it the busiest first five months of the year in SpaceX’s history. And more are on the way, as two more Starlink launches are scheduled within the next five days.
The intent of SpaceX’s Crew Dragon program was to return astronaut launches to the United States for the first time since NASA’s Space Shuttle program retired in 2011, allowing NASA to keep the space station fully staffed with its own astronauts as well as astronauts from partner space agencies such as the European Space Agency (ESA). Before the Crew Dragon entered service in 2020, NASA was relied on Russian Soyuz spacecraft for ISS crew transportation.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Stitch Fix, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFIX).
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This lawsuit is on behalf of purchasers of Stitch Fix Class A common stock between December 8, 2020, and March 8, 2022, inclusive.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until October 25, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to the filed complaint, Stitch Fix made numerous false and misleading statements to investors concerning the synergy between the Company's Fix and Freestyle programs, and repeatedly denied claims that the Freestyle program could cannibalize the Company's legacy Fix business. Specifically, Stitch Fix repeatedly assured investors that the Company's Freestyle business was "an additive experience" and "complementary" to the Fix business, that "the combination of those two things will allow us to address many more types of clients," and that "we see solid growth in both sides of the business." In truth, Stitch Fix concealed that these programs were not complementary or additive. Stitch Fix knew that the Freestyle program would be much preferred to the Company's original Fix model and that the Freestyle program would inevitably cannibalize the Company's legacy Fix business.
Jakubowitz Law is vigorous in pursuit of justice for shareholders who have been the victim of securities fraud. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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Provides seed selection considerations and agronomic recommendations to control soybean weeds
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Harvest shared new data today showcasing the top yield performance of Golden Harvest® brand soybean varieties with the Enlist E3® soybean trait technology when compared directly against competitors. In addition to yield potential benefits, these varieties offer herbicide flexibility and fit into diversified weed management strategies.
Seed selection is the first step in creating an effective weed management strategy. Golden Harvest offers farmers broad choice of soybean herbicide tolerance trait platforms, including Enlist E3 soybeans.
To assist farmers in developing a well-rounded weed management plan for their soybean fields, Golden Harvest Soybean Product Manager Stephanie Porter explains how varieties with the Enlist E3 soybean trait technology along with integrated agronomic management practices can help farmers control the threat of weeds this growing season.
"Our Gold Series soybean lineup features varieties with elite genetics and great field performance, including some of our strongest performing Enlist E3 varieties in terms of weed control and yield potential," said Porter. "For example, Golden Harvest soybean varieties GH2292E3, GH3132E3 and GH3762E3S offer consistent performance against weeds and strong agronomics."
2021 trials1 showed that these varieties also deliver top yield performance, beating key competitors across the Midwest:
- Golden Harvest soybean GH2292E3 brand outyielded Pioneer® P22T18E by 4.5 bushels per acre (bu/A) in 37 comparisons.
- Golden Harvest soybean GH3132E3 brand outyielded Asgrow® AG30XF2 by 2.1 bu/A in 18 comparisons.
- Golden Harvest soybean GH3762E3S brand outyielded Pioneer P35T01SE by 2.4 bu/A in 52 comparisons.
"Golden Harvest brand soybean varieties with the Enlist E3 soybean trait technology provide excellent yield potential and agronomics, and they allow farmers to use several herbicides with confidence," Porter said.
Enlist E3 soybean varieties offer tolerance to three modes of action, including 2,4-D choline, glyphosate and glufosinate, delivering outstanding weed control with application flexibility. By choosing varieties with three different modes of action, farmers can better control problem weeds like giant ragweed, marestail and waterhemp.
Local Golden Harvest Seed Advisors can provide farmers with specific product recommendations to match their weed management program and environment.
The next step in creating a diversified weed management program is to plan for and implement management practices. Golden Harvest Agronomist Nate Prater, who is based in southwestern Illinois, recommends practices such as narrow row spacing, herbicide applications, scouting and off-season considerations.
- Narrow row spacing: Weeds like waterhemp and Palmer amaranth love the sun and have a long germination period, but they can be managed with quick canopy closure. Implementing narrow row spacing promotes faster canopy closure and allows soybeans to outcompete any later emerging weeds.
"A Purdue University study2 shows that 15-inch rows close canopy nearly 25 days earlier than 30-inch rows," said Prater. "In fields with larger row spacing, overlapping residual control becomes even more important." - Herbicide application: Targeted weed control is nearly impossible without application of a herbicide with good residual activity and multiple modes of action.
"Farmers should 'know their number' by counting the number of effective sites of action they are planning to apply to each of their target weeds," said Prater. "Overlapping residuals, even those with the same sites of action, increase that number because the applications are at different times and on different weeds to provide season-long weed control."
For more help identifying the best herbicide options for your soybean fields, farmers can use this soybean herbicide program planning tool to discover products and create a flexible, integrated weed management plan. - Scouting: It's important to scout soybean fields regularly throughout the growing season to put a quick end to weed breakouts and not allow weeds to go to seed.
"You have to stop weeds before they start to produce seeds to protect your soil biology for future seasons," said Prater. "Weed species can vary greatly in the amount of time that their seeds remain viable in the soil. For example, pigweed and giant ragweed seeds have a soil viability of approximately two to four years." - Off-season considerations: Rotating soybean acres with cover crops can suppress weeds by increasing competition. Implementing crop rotation also provides increased weed protection as it reduces the prospect that specific weed species will adapt to a farmer's current weed management system.
"Reducing the number of opportunities for dominant weeds to continue exploiting soybeans' resources is the key to keep weeds guessing," said Prater. "Farmers need to protect their investment because the cost of preventing weed resistance is far less than weed resistance management."
For more considerations as the 2022 growing season progresses, Golden Harvest offers a library of agronomy articles with actionable data and local insights to help manage fields for maximum yield potential. The Agronomy in Action 2022 Research Review also gives access to more insights and recommendations pertinent to your fields.
To find better solutions for your corn and soybean acres, contact a Golden Harvest Seed Advisor at GoldenHarvestSeeds.com.
2C. Gerber, J. Ackerson and S. Brouder, 2019. Purdue Extension publication ID-179. Corn & Soybean Field Guide.
Golden Harvest Seeds has been working with and listening to farmers with intention since 1973, offering in-depth seeds expertise combined with the local agronomic know-how of an independent Golden Harvest Seed Advisor to help identify custom solutions for every corn and soybean acre. Today, each Golden Harvest hybrid or variety is bred with the individual needs of hardworking farmers in mind. Golden Harvest corn hybrids feature elite genetics with proven performance and the most complete above- and below-ground insect control solutions with Duracade and Viptera trait stacks. Golden Harvest soybean varieties include the industry's broadest trait choice and exclusive genetics that set a new standard for performance and yield potential.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters, BMO, Chicago Bulls, GTCR and United Scrap Metal Invest in Life-Changing Mentoring Across Chicago's West Side
CHICAGO, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 21, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago (BBBSChi) will host a ribbon cutting ceremony in partnership with Westside Health Authority at its new West Side location in Austin, celebrating the organization's much-needed presence in a community with a need for more mentors.
This will mark the second regional office for the Metro Chicago agency, with the first location opening in Englewood in 2019 as part of BBBSChi's strategic plan to invest in communities where the majority of its waitlisted youth reside. Right now, 1 in 3 children across Chicagoland are growing up without a mentor. And hundreds are currently waiting to be matched with a Big Brother or Sister.
"As an organization, we are focused on bringing life-changing mentoring relationships to each and every Chicagoland neighborhood through our Drive for 5 strategy. The Drive for 5 will enable BBBSChi to reach 5,000 matches – more than doubling the number of children and families we serve. We know that mentorship is proven to have a profound and lasting impact on children's lives and has the power to transform communities: countering violence with opportunity, isolation with connection and negative influences with positive role models," said Jeremy Foster, CEO of BBBSChi.
"Our presence will bring stronger awareness of Big Brothers Big Sisters in the community, allowing us to better partner with organizations on the West Side, be more inclusive of the voices of the children and families we serve, and assist BBBSChi as we recruit more potential volunteers who are looking to make a difference and deepen their impact."
BBBSChi was able to open its doors in Austin and the broader West Side neighborhood, thanks to foundational investments from BMO, Chicago Bulls Charities, GTCR, and United Scrap Metal.
"BMO's partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Chicago is at the core of our Purpose to Boldly Grow the Good in business and in life," said Rob Hallberg, Managing Director, Commercial Banking, BMO. "This new office on Chicago's West Side provides a critical resource for children to realize their potential through mentorship and is the perfect example of our ongoing commitment towards an inclusive society."
"The Bulls have a longstanding partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Chicago – an organization that provides invaluable resources and support to youth in our community. Our contribution to the Drive for 5 campaign speaks to our deep appreciation for BBBSChi's commitment to helping youth reach their full potential," said Bulls Vice President of Community Engagement and Executive Director of Chicago Bulls Charities Adrienne Scherenzel-Curry. "We passionately support and recognize the value of mentorship programming for disadvantaged youth and are honored to be a part of this milestone for BBBSChi and the West Side community."
"GTCR is proud of our long-standing relationship with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Chicago and know this new location will have a meaningful impact on many lives in the community," said Travis Krueger, Managing Director at GTCR. "Our support of BBBS and its mission of igniting the power and promise of youth directly reflects our belief in the strength of mentorship and striving to deliver positive change."
"Our mission at United Scrap Metal is making a positive impact in the lives of others and we are honored to partner with BBBSChi in support of their West Side expansion," said Brad Serlin, President of United Scrap Metal, headquartered in Cicero, IL. "Being able to give back to the communities we serve and ensuring that more youth can access BBBS mentoring programs is aligned with our core values. The United Team is proud to broaden our relationship during a period where our youth are facing unprecedented challenges in all facets of life."
What: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago West Side Office Ribbon Cutting
When: July 21, 4:30-6:30pm
Where: Westside Health Authority
5463 W Division St Chicago IL 60651
Who: BBBSChi staff (including Jeremy Foster, CEO), community partners (including Morris Reed, Westside Health Authority CEO) and corporate partners (including Robert Hallberg, Managing Director – Commercial Banking at BMO Harris Bank and BBBSChi Board Member, Risa Josias, Regional Director of Operations at BMO Wealth Management and BBBSChi Big Sister, Adrienne Scherenzel-Curry, Vice President of Community Engagement and Executive Director of Chicago Bulls Charities, Travis Krueger, Managing Director at GTCR and BBBSChi Board Member, and Brad Serlin, President of United Scrap Metal)
Editor's Note: Press is invited to attend. Big/Little match and staff/CEO interviews can be arranged on site
Visuals: Big/Little speaking, office signage with BBBSChi branding, Ribbon Cutting
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago (BBBSChi) is an affiliate of the nation's largest donor-and volunteer-supported mentoring network. We provide high quality 1:1 mentoring services to over 2,000 children and their families across Cook, DuPage and Lake Counties in both Illinois and Indiana. BBBSChi makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers ("Bigs") and children ("Littles") to develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on Metro Chicago youth and the communities in which they live. More information can be found on our website at bbbschgo.org
About BMO Financial Group:
Serving customers for 200 years and counting, BMO is a highly diversified financial services provider - the 8th largest bank, by assets, in North America. With total assets of $1.04 trillion as of April 30, 2022, and a team of diverse and highly engaged employees, BMO provides a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment banking products and services to more than 12 million customers and conducts business through three operating groups: Personal and Commercial Banking, BMO Wealth Management and BMO Capital Markets.
About Chicago Bulls Charities:
Chicago Bulls Charities is committed to using the Bulls' platform to elevate organizations, big and small, that are addressing critical issues in our city. The Bulls have been investing in our city since 1987 through our 501(c)(3), Chicago Bulls Charities (CBC). Through CBC our organization invests time, resources, and finances to organizations whose work contributes to community violence prevention through education, community investment, health and wellness, and opportunity-access for underserved youth.
About GTCR:
Founded in 1980, GTCR is a leading private equity firm focused on investing in growth companies in the Business & Consumer Services, Financial Services & Technology, Healthcare and Technology, Media & Telecommunications industries. The Chicago-based firm pioneered The Leaders Strategy™ – finding and partnering with management leaders in core domains to identify, acquire and build market-leading companies through transformational acquisitions and organic growth. Since its inception, GTCR has invested more than $20 billion in over 250 companies. For more information, please visit www.gtcr.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.
About United Scrap Metal:
United Scrap Metal (USM) was founded in 1978 with $200 and a rental truck by a single mother, Marsha Serlin. Every day, we work hard to serve our customers and are proud to make a positive impact by providing award-winning and sustainable recycling solutions. USM has grown to operate seven locations, positioning itself as one of the largest full-service recyclers in the country. A certified women-owned business, USM offers innovative recycling solutions for numerous Fortune 1000 customers, guided by decades of experience and a firm commitment to doing the right thing. Our five hundred plus team members are passionate about making a positive difference for our customers, consumers, and communities.
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CLEVELAND, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As home and workspace aesthetics continue to embrace feelings of safety, harmony and comfort, relaxing and restorative paint colors—united with simple do-it-yourself (DIY) solutions—are in demand now more than ever. With consumers craving soothing simplicity and serenity in their most-loved spaces, Dutch Boy® Paints unveils its 2023 Color of the Year: Rustic Greige, a charming neutral that adds a touch of sophistication to any room and can be applied with just a single coat.
"The importance of overall well-being remains a primary focus in everyday lives," said Ashley Banbury, NCIDQ and senior color designer, Dutch Boy® Paints. "That's why more DIYers are dedicating time and energy to designing personal spaces that make them feel cozy, protected and calm. Dutch Boy® Paints' 2023 One-Coat Color of the Year—the beautiful, versatile Rustic Greige—is all about the need to escape, relax and recharge. It's about retreating to a calmer, simpler lifestyle inspired by the peace and clarity of tones derived from nature."
The medium-toned neutral color with a slight red undertone balances this sense of coziness and safety with a look that's both worldly and charming. Revealing the illusion of being slightly washed, Rustic Greige is incredibly versatile, complementing both warm and cool color tones, as well as existing wood furniture and fixtures in both interior and exterior spaces.
Dutch Boy brand's Rustic Greige—and all the shades in the complementing 2023 color palettes—can be applied in one smooth coat, setting it apart from traditional color of the year selections and making the process of transforming spaces simpler for DIYers. The brand's tested one-coat colors deliver optimal hide with just a single coat, helping achieve a flawlessly finished project in three easy steps: (1) choosing a favorite one-coat color with premium paint; (2) pairing it with premium applicators; and (3) using the recommended technique to apply with confidence.
Rustic Greige (404-4DB) serves as the grounding color for three expertly crafted color palettes in the 2023 Color Trend Forecast. By building on and playing off the neutral, natural tones of Rustic Greige, these corresponding hues deliver a layered look that's comforting and sophisticated, while also embracing DIYers' own unique design styles:
Plush Palette
Dutch Boy® Paints' 2023 Color of the Year is complemented by a palette that is fluid, relaxing and restorative. The Plush Palette elevates a room with a newfound sense of luxury that promotes mental, emotional and spiritual health with soft, minimal shades, including Ultra White (002W), Silvered Purple (446-4DB), and Ebony Sky (438-6DB).
Wistful Palette
This color combination finds inspiration in the vintage and nostalgic. The creation of spaces unique to our own lives provides a nurturing refuge in which we can construct imaginative and restorative environments using soft, eclectic colors like Maize (317-3DB), Superhero (237-6DB), and energizing Glamorized Green (328-4DB).
Botanic Palette
True to its name, the Botanic collection is rooted in heritage inspired by shades both warm and sun-kissed, romantic and floral. Tapping into our need to bring color from the outside in, Rustic Greige is the foundational neutral that ties Amber Wood (409-4DB), Industrialized (434-5DB), and Limestone Slate (422-6DB) together in expressions that are soulful, joyful and creative.
"Dutch Boy's 2023 Color Trend Forecast is strongly rooted in the new ways we are experiencing life, nature and one another," said Michelle Bangs, senior brand manager, Dutch Boy® Paints. "They're warm, yet bold; dependable, yet creative; and inspirational, yet soothing for mind, body and soul. These color palettes are also easily customizable to complement the personal style and preference of DIYers everywhere, allowing for the celebration of the past while looking toward the future."
For added simplicity, Dutch Boy's 2023 trend colors and thousands more colors are all available in the brand's award-winning Twist & Pour® container—a unique easy-to-open, easy-to-hold and easy-to-pour container available exclusively at Menards. Visit https://trends.dutchboy.com/ or Menards retail locations to explore the full Dutch Boy® Paints 2023 Trend Forecast.
Founded in 1907, Dutch Boy® Paints continues to be an industry leader in delivering innovative and high-quality products and packaging solutions and is one of the most recognizable brands in the market over 100 years later. In recent years, a new vitality, youthfulness and the promise of Simple Solutions have also shaped the brand. Heritage and trust have been brought to life with energy and empowerment, inspiring DIYers and paint enthusiasts for generations to come. For more information, visit dutchboy.com.
Sherwin-Williams Consumer Brands Group offers innovative products to meet customers' paint and coating needs. The group manufactures products under well-known brands such as Valspar®, HGTV Home® by Sherwin-Williams, Dutch Boy®, Purdy®, Krylon®, Minwax®, Thompson's® WaterSeal®, Cabot®, Dupli-Color® and many more. Founded in 1866, The Sherwin-Williams Company is a global leader in the manufacture, development, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial and retail customers. For more information, visit www.Sherwin-Williams.com.
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NEW YORK, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ActionIQ, the leader in customer experience (CX) solutions, today announced that the Business Intelligence Group named the AIQ CX Hub Product of the Year in the 2022 Sales and Marketing Technology Awards program, also known as The Sammys. The Sammys honor products helping to solve the challenges organizations have connecting and collaborating with prospects and customers. The AIQ CX Hub received the Product of the Year Award in the Insights & Analysis category.
ActionIQ helps enterprises pull together fragmented customer insights and putting impactful CX in motion with an extensible AIQ CX Hub powered by a CDP.
"We are proud to receive the 2022 Product of the Year Sales & Marketing Technology Award in the Insights and Analysis category," said Tasso Argyros, Co-Founder and CEO at ActionIQ. "Customer data is the foundation of CX, and a great CX solution requires lots of data processing horsepower, ability to handle many different data types and data access and usability for non-technical users. The AIQ CX Hub is the only solution that can combine the full historical customer profile with real-time events – leveraging both known and anonymous customer and account data – to decision and orchestrate the next best experience or customer journey."
"We are proud to reward and recognize ActionIQ for their innovation and dedication to helping both the organization using their technology and the ultimate consumer," said Maria Jimenez, Chief Nominations Officer, Business Intelligence Group. "It was clear to our judges that their efforts will improve how we all connect with the brands we love for years to come."
To learn more about ActionIQ, please visit here.
AIQ brings order to CX chaos. Our Customer Experience Hub empowers everyone to be a CX champion by giving business teams the freedom to explore and action on customer data while helping technical teams extend and enhance existing technology investments to manage data governance, costs and performance. Enterprise brands such as Autodesk, M&T Bank, The New York Times, Neiman Marcus, Hertz and many more use our CX Hub to drive growth through extraordinary customer experiences. Learn more at actioniq.com.
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LONDON, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aquadrill LLC ("Aquadrill" or the "Company") and a subsidiary of Vantage Drilling have reached an agreement to provide the Polaris, a 6th generation drillship, for a 9 month contract for operations in India with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited.
The total contract value is expected to be approximately $66.5 million and work is expected to commence in Q4 2022 following relocation of the rig from Sri Lanka to Malaysia for reactivation, contract preparation and upgrades, including equipping the rig with the piping required for future use of a Managed Pressure Drilling system.
In addition, Aquadrill and a subsidiary of Energy Drilling Management have reached an agreement to provide the T-15, a tender assisted drilling barge, for a 5 month contract plus a three month priced optional period for operations in Thailand.
The total contract value of the firm portion of the contact is expected to be approximately $11.6 million and work is expected to commence in August 2022 following reactivation and contract preparation. In the event the optional period is exercised, the total additional contract value is expected to be approximately $5.4 million.
FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
This news release includes forward looking statements. Such statements are generally not historical in nature, and specifically include statements about the Company's plans, strategies, business prospects, contracts, agreements, changes and trends in its business and the markets in which it operates. The duration, timing (including both starting and ending dates) and total contract value of customer contracts and any related agreements are estimates only. The actual total contract value over the course of any given contract or agreement may be lower and could be substantially lower, depending on a number of factors (cancellation, suspension, delays, rig downtime, etc.). These statements are made based upon management's current plans, expectations, assumptions and beliefs concerning future events impacting the Company and therefore involve a number of risks (some beyond the control of the Company), uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this news release. Consequently, no forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. When considering these forward looking statements, you should keep in mind the risks described from time to time in the Company's regulatory filings and periodic reporting. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the Company to predict all of these factors. Further, the Company cannot assess the impact of each such factor on its business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to be materially different from those contained in any forward looking statement.
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MADRID (AP) — Spain’s parliament voted Thursday to approve a bill that makes consent a key determinant in sexual assault cases, freeing victims of having to prove that violence or intimidation was used against them.
The bill, popularly known as “Only Yes is Yes,” seeks to tackle the nebulous definition of consent in Spanish law. In the absence of a codified definition, the law had long relied on evidence of violence, resistance or intimidation to decide whether a criminal sexual act occurred.
The new bill defines consent as an explicit expression of a person’s will, making it clear that silence or passivity do not equal consent. Non-consensual sex can be considered aggression and subject to prison terms of up to 15 years.
The change was heralded by Equality Minister Irene Montero.
“From today, Spain is a freer, safer country for all women,” she told parliament. “We’re going to swap violence for freedom, we’re going to swap fear for desire.”
The bill had long been championed by the Spain’s left-wing coalition government, with only the conservative Popular Party and the far-right Vox party voting against it. The draft will now face a vote in the Senate before it can become law.
It includes a raft of other measures, from obliging minors who commit sexual crimes to undergo sex education and gender equality training to creating a network of 24-hour crisis centers for sexual assault victims and their family members.
The legislation traces its roots to the furor sparked by a gang-rape case during the San Fermin bull-running festival in Pamplona in 2016.
Initially, the five accused in the case were found guilty of sexual abuse but not rape, as the victim wasn’t deemed to have objected to what was happening. The sentences prompted widespread protests across the country and calls for Spain to join the dozen other countries in Europe that define rape as sex without consent, according to a 2020 analysis by Amnesty International.
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NEW ORLEANS, May 27, 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 July 11, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Oscar Health, Inc. (NYSE: OSCR), if they purchased or acquired the Company's Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the Company's March 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 Oscar Health 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/nyse-oscr/ to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by July 11, 2022.
About the Lawsuit
Oscar Health and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information in its IPO Registration Statement, violating federal securities laws.
On November 10, 2021, the Company disclosed a net loss for the quarter of $212.7 million, an increase of $133.6 million year-over-year, and that its Medical Loss Ratio ("MLR") for the third quarter 2021 increased 920 basis points year-over-year, to 99.7%, "primarily driven by higher net COVID costs as compared to the net benefit in 3Q20, an unfavorable prior year Risk Adjustment Data Validation (RADV) result, and the impact of significant SEP membership growth."
On this news, shares of Oscar Health fell $4.05 per share, or 24.5%, to close at $12.47 per share on November 11, 2021.
The case is Carpenter v. Oscar Health, Inc., et al., Case No. 1:22-cv-03885.
About Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
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.
Contact:
Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
Lewis Kahn, Managing Partner
lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com
1-877-515-1850
1100 Poydras St., Suite 3200
New Orleans, LA 70163
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be a simple soothing device to simulate the sound and vibrations of a beating heart," said an inventor, from Hampton, Ga., "so I invented the BEAT OF MY HEART. My design could create the calming sensation of being held."
The invention provides a unique device for simulating a heartbeat. The device can be positioned on or within a mattress, pillow, jewelry or other item. As a result, it helps to soothe and comfort the user. The invention features a unique and comforting design that is easy to use so it is ideal for babies, adults, hospital or hospice patients, grieving family members, etc. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Atlanta sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-AAT-1771, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — John Wall says he considered taking his own life during a time in the last three years when he was dealing with a torn Achilles and the deaths of family members at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The 31-year-old guard joined the Los Angeles Clippers this summer and is eager for a return to form this coming season. Wall has played just 40 games over the last three years because of injuries, COVID-19 and his former team, the Houston Rockets, not playing him before he joined the Clippers.
Wall discussed his recent past at a garden dedication earlier this month for his late mother at the Salvation Army in Raleigh, North Carolina, where he’s from. His mother had been a volunteer at the Wake County location.
“Darkest place I’ve ever been in,” Wall said. “At one point in time, I thought about committing suicide. I mean, just tearing my Achilles, my mom being sick, my mom passing, my grandma passed a year later, all this in the midst of COVID and at the same time, me going to chemotherapy, me sitting by my mom taking her last breaths wearing the same clothes for three days straight laying on the couch beside her.”
Wall’s mother, Frances Pulley, died in December 2019 at the age of 58 after struggling with breast cancer. His grandmother died later. At the same time, Wall was dealing with rehabbing his Achilles injury.
“We’re all going through times, nobody’s got it easy, but I don’t think a lot of people could get through what I went through,” Wall said. “And to me to get back on top where I want to be and seeing the fans still want me to play, having the support from my hometown, this important period means a lot. I went to find a therapist. A lot of people think, ‘I don’t need help, I can get through it at anytime,’ but you’ve got to be true to yourself and find out what’s best for you.”
Wall said he has a strong support system that includes his team and the mother of his two children. His sons also motivate him.
“I’m looking at all that and I’m like, ‘If I can get through this, I can get through anything in life,’” he said.
Lakers superstar LeBron James’ production company tweeted, “@John Wall we got your back. Always.” James then tweeted, “And I mean ALWAYS!!!!!! Don’t ever question it bro!! Proud of you @JohnWall.”
Wall said he’s happy to have a chance to play basketball again.
“You can tell I’m kind of smiling a lot more, all those types of things,” he said. “I get an opportunity to play with two great players and the sky’s the limit.”
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Which violin tuner IS best?
Tuning a violin is much the same as tuning any stringed instrument, with the notes ascending in perfect fifths as G, D, A and E, the latter being the highest in pitch. An electric tuner makes life much easier as it helps you to tune quickly and quietly while making sure that the strings are in tune with each other and with the rest of the orchestra or ensemble. An example of a high-quality yet affordable violin tuner is the excellent D’Addario NS Micro Violin Tuner.
What to know before you buy a violin tuner
When to use fine tuners
Digital tuners are highly sensitive and react to small adjustments in pitch. While this is essential as far as tuning accuracy is concerned, it can be difficult to lock in your desired pitch while tuning. Fine tuners enable the player to tension their string close to pitch and then use a small rotary knob at the bridge end of the string to make incremental adjustments. Some violins have fine tuners on all strings, some just on the E string, while others have none.
Different types of tuners
The two most popular types of violin tuners are pedal and clip-on tuners. Pedal tuners are only effective if you have a magnetic pickup fitted or play an electric violin, as they are positioned between two instrument cables. These are silent to use, highly accurate and very sturdy. Clip-on tuners are the most popular violin tuners by far and they work by detecting the resonance in the instrument’s body as the string is plucked. They are affordable, lightweight and small enough to fit into an instrument case or pocket.
Clamping mechanism
The clamping mechanism is the main point of differentiation between a violin tuner and a regular stringed instrument tuner. Many violin tuners use a wider clamp to attach to the body of the violin, not the headstock as with an acoustic guitar. Those that do attach to the far end of the instrument must also have a clamping mechanism that is wide enough to accommodate this. Ensure that a tuner is suitable for attaching to violins before you make a purchase.
What to look for in a quality violin tuner
Response time
To tune your violin, a string is plucked as if you’re playing pizzicato, and the note registers with the tuner, which displays the amount by which it is sharp or flat. The best tuners compute and present the result in milliseconds, with barely any visible delay. The meter on the screen should not lag while you turn your tuning peg, as this can affect your ability to quickly and precisely tune to pitch.
Display visibility
You must be able to read your tuner’s display, whether you are tuning your violin alfresco in bright sunshine or the orchestra pit of a dimly lit concert hall. The best tuners have highly illuminated graphic meters, often with backlit LED screens. In addition, many screens can rotate and swivel to ensure they can always face the musician, no matter how the tuner is clamped to the instrument.
Battery economy
A low battery can affect your tuner’s performance before it stops working completely, so the longer the battery life, the better. The best violin tuners are rechargeable via a micro USB or USB-C port and give you several hours of use when fully charged. Many also feature auto power-off functionality, which helps to ensure that you can tune your instrument for over a week between charges.
How much you can expect to spend on a violin tuner
Digital violin tuners are relatively inexpensive as far as musical instrument accessories are concerned. You can pick up a perfectly effective clip-on model for as little as $10, but high-quality options cost $15-$30, with pedal tuners costing $50-$150.
Violin tuner FAQ
How do you tune a violin?
A. The best violin tuners detect and display the note that you are currently trying to tune. If the note is flat, the meter lights up to the left to signal the degree to which it is out of tune. Tighten the string to pitch, and the meter should display green or similar to register it as in-tune. If the note is sharp, the meter lights up to the right and you must slacken the string accordingly.
Which are the best violin tuners overall?
A. When you weigh up cost, convenience, portability and ease of use, clip-on tuners win in every category. They may lack the accuracy of a pedal tuner, but these require a line signal to work. Clip-on tuners are far more accurate than their microphone-based counterparts.
Are app tuners any good?
A. App tuners are convenient to use and make great backup devices if you forget your digital tuner or it runs out of battery. However, app tuners work by gauging the frequency received by your phone’s microphone, and digital violin tuners pick up frequencies via vibrations in the instrument’s body, which is far more accurate and quicker to respond.
What ARE the best violin tunerS to buy?
Top violin tuner
D’Addario NS Micro Violin Tuner
What you need to know: The NS Micro is a highly responsive and easy-to-read model that clamps directly to the violin’s body.
What you’ll love: This popular model from D’Addario has a three-color display that makes it easy to use in dimly lit environments. It is easy to attach and remove, and because it attaches close to the player, it makes a good tool for referencing pitch.
What you should consider: This is made specifically for violins and violas. As such, it is not easy to use with other stringed instruments.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top violin tuner for the money
ENO Professional Violin and Viola Tuner
What you need to know: This well-designed option is highly accurate and displays the notes in large illuminated letters.
What you’ll love: The ENO professional swivels and tilts for optimum viewing, and attaches to the peg boxes of many stringed instruments. Its auto power-off functionality helps to preserve battery life, and it is accurate to one cent.
What you should consider: Its batteries are not rechargeable, as they are with some higher-priced models.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
KLIQ UberTuner – Professional Clip-On Tuner
What you need to know: The UberTuner is so-called because it works with almost any instrument, making it a great choice for multi-instrumentalists.
What you’ll love: This is one of the most accurate tuners due to its highly sensitive piezo sensors, which are not affected by ambient noise. It is highly adjustable and can be transposed for use with woodwind and brass instruments.
What you should consider: This is not as durable as some similarly-priced tuners and is prone to breakages if dropped.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
- Chrysler Pacifica Named a Parents Best Family Car 2022
- Pacifica earns Best Family Car recognition from Parents, the leading source for busy, millennial moms, for third year in a row
- Chrysler Pacifica, the most awarded minivan over the last six years, has earned more than 170 honors and industry accolades
- New family-friendly features for 2022 Chrysler Pacifica include a rear seat reminder feature that recognizes when rear doors are opened and closed prior to ignition start, and alerts the driver with a chime and cluster message after trip completion to check rear seats
Chrysler Pacifica has been named a Parents Best Family Car 2022, the third consecutive year Chrysler Pacifica has been recognized as a Best Family Car by Parents, the leading source for busy, millennial moms.
Parents Best Family Cars 2022 are featured online at Parents.com.
Parents Best Family Cars 2022 recognizes a selection of new-model vehicles with high-tech performance, safety and convenience features across multiple categories to fit a family's specific needs, including minivans, three-row SUVs, two-row SUVs and sedans. To arrive at this year's list of honorees, Parents experts thoroughly tested more than 50 cars from a field of new-model vehicles that aced the industry's safety tests. 25 winning models that passed test-drive standards and car seat compatibility, and were designated safe and efficient for families for years to come, made Parents list of Best Family Cars 2022.
Chrysler Pacifica is the most awarded minivan over the last six years with more than 170 honors and industry accolades since its introduction as a minivan. The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica has also earned a TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for 2022.
New family-friendly features for the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica include a new rear seat reminder feature, standard for all Pacifica models, that recognizes when rear doors are opened and closed prior to ignition start and alerts the driver with a chime and cluster message after trip completion to check the rear seats. Also new for 2022 is Amazon Fire TV, which allows passengers to stream videos, play games, listen to music, get information and watch downloaded programs on the Uconnect Theater system.
Additional family-friendly features of the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica include:
- FamCAM interior camera that allows parents to view child seat occupants in the rear and even zoom in on passengers
- Uconnect Theater, in addition to available Amazon Fire TV, features built-in games and available Wi-Fi to keep children occupied
- Uconnect 5 system offers a 10.1-inch touchscreen, the largest standard touchscreen in its class, and many more connected services and features
- More standard safety features than any vehicle in the industry
- Available all-wheel drive (AWD) assists in transporting children in any kind of weather, paired with Pacifica's class-exclusive Stow 'n Go seating
- Stow 'n Go in-floor storage bins also allow additional space for storing toys, schoolbooks, groceries and more
- Stow 'n Vac helps clean up any kid-generated messes
Chrysler Brand
The Chrysler brand has delighted customers with distinctive designs, craftsmanship, intuitive innovation and technology since the company was founded in 1925. The Chrysler Pacifica continues to reinvent the minivan, a segment Chrysler invented, with an unprecedented level of functionality, versatility, technology and bold styling and the most advanced available all-wheel-drive system in its class. The available innovative hybrid powertrain takes this revolutionary vehicle a step further. It's the first electrified vehicle in the minivan segment and achieves more than 80 MPGe in electric-only mode, has an all-electric range of more than 30 miles and a total range of more than 500 miles. Chrysler Voyager offers fleet owners a budget-friendly minivan that also provides a well-equipped, exceptional driving experience. The Chrysler 300 lineup delivers on the brand's promise of iconic and elegant design executed with world-class performance, efficiency and quality – all at an attainable value. Chrysler is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
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Media website: http://media.stellantisnorthamerica.com
Chrysler brand: www.chrysler.com
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National Dog Bite Awareness Week Starts June 5
WASHINGTON, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 5,400 postal employees were attacked by dogs in the United States in 2021. From nips and bites to vicious attacks, aggressive dog behavior poses a serious threat to postal employees and the public. To highlight the enormity of this serious issue, the U.S. Postal Service is providing information on the do's and don'ts of responsible dog ownership as part of its annual National Dog Bite Awareness Week public service campaign.
The campaign runs Sunday, June 5, through Saturday, June 11. This year's theme is "The USPS Delivers for America — Deliver for Us by Restraining Your Dog." Spread the news of the campaign by using the hashtag #dogbiteawareness
"Every year, thousands of postal employees are attacked by dogs as they deliver America's mail. And while it's a dog's natural instinct to protect their family and home, we ask all customers to act responsibly by taking safety precautions with their dogs while the mail is being delivered," said USPS Employee Safety and Health Awareness Manager Leeann Theriault. "When a carrier comes to the residence, keep the dog inside the house and away from the door — or behind a fence on a leash — to avoid an attack."
Dog owners with friendly dogs often expect a friendly reaction from other dogs. However, even friendly dogs will bite, depending on the circumstance. Dogs are primarily territorial in nature and protective of their owners and their owners' property. Defending its territory sometimes means attacking — and possibly biting — the letter carrier. Dog owners are responsible for controlling their dogs. The best way to keep everyone safe from dog bites is to recognize and promote responsible pet ownership.
- Inside the house or behind a fence;
- Away from the door or in another room; or
- On a leash.
Informed Delivery is a useful tool for dog-owning customers. It's a free service that gives customers a digital preview of the mail and packages that are scheduled to be delivered so that they can take precautions and secure their dog when parcels are delivered to the door. Sign up at informeddelivery.usps.com.
Last year, many attacks reported by letter carriers came from dogs whose owners regularly stated, "My dog won't bite." Dog bites are entirely preventable. One bite is one too many.
- Not startle a dog.
- Keep their eyes on the dog.
- Never assume a dog won't bite.
- Make some noise or rattle a fence to alert the dog if entering a yard.
- Never attempt to pet or feed a dog.
- Place their foot against an outward swinging door.
Lastly, when a carrier feels unsafe, mail service could be halted — not only for the dog owner, but for the entire neighborhood. When mail service is stopped, mail must be picked up at the Post Office. Service will not be restored until the dog is properly restrained.
The top 25 ranking are comprised of 32 cities, as some cities reported the same number of attacks. For the 2022 dog attack rankings in your specific city or town, contact your local USPS public relations representative.
Top 10 Dog Bite States:
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Contact: David P. Coleman
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david.p.coleman@usps.gov
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LOS ANGELES, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Please join Get Set Go live for a free event on Ursa Live this Thursday, June 16th, at 10:00 pm ET as he performs, shares the stories behind the songs, and takes questions from you during his set. Having had songs placed on TV shows including Grey's Anatomy and Weeds, Get Set Go features a quirky rock sound with dismal, self-loathing lyrics set to sunny melodies and has drawn comparisons to the famous '90s-'00s rock band Weezer.
There will also be some great rewards: top tipper will get a hand-dedicated, signed, and numbered Get Set Go songbook of their choosing, and the next two tippers and one random tipper will receive a free signed CD of their choosing.
Don't miss your opportunity to see Get Set Go LIVE and unscripted in this fun and intimate setting! This event is FREE at the link below:
https://www.ursalive.com/get-set-go
Contact: Chris Swanick, 401-440-9797, chris@ursalive.com
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The new ultra-premium tequila will be available nationwide starting in July
ST. LOUIS, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The González family continues their extraordinary tequila-making tradition with their latest limited-edition offering: El Mayor Extra Añejo Port Cask Aged. The ultra-premium tequila is aged for 42 months in port casks and distilled from Blue Weber agave. Approximately 6,000 bottles will be available on an allocated basis, with a suggested retail price of $129.99 per 750-ml. bottle. Distilled and produced at Destiladora González Lux, the limited-edition tequila will be available nationwide in July.
"This is a gorgeous full-bodied tequila that brings depth and richness in every sip," said Graciela González, fourth-generation distiller and daughter of Rodolfo González, master distiller at Destiladora González Lux. "The port casks introduce delicious notes of dried fruit and oak into the tequila – leading to a sophisticated agave finish. It's sure to be a memorable addition to the El Mayor Tequila family."
As with every bottle of El Mayor, this limited-edition tequila is made with 100% estate-grown, Blue Weber agave from the valley area of Jalisco, Mexico. For this ultra-premium variant, only hand-selected agaves were cut, using the Jicama Jima method for a smooth taste. The finished product is bright, light amber in color and boasts hints of cinnamon and dark chocolate on the nose with a smooth, well-balanced finish.
"The consumer demand for ultra-premium tequila, like El Mayor's award-winning tequila varieties and special releases, continues to fuel strong growth in the tequila category," said Chelsi Hofmeister, assistant brand manager for El Mayor. "The latest limited-edition release of El Mayor Extra Añejo Port Cask Aged is sure to be well received by consumers, but it won't be around for long."
El Mayor Extra Añejo Port Cask Aged is packaged in an embossed bottle inside a burgundy-colored decorative secondary box.
For recipes and more information about El Mayor and the limited edition Extra Añejo Port Cask Aged, or to find a retailer, visit elmayor.com or follow the brands @elmayortequila on Facebook and Instagram.
About Luxco
Founded in St. Louis in 1958 by the Lux Family, Luxco is a leading producer, supplier, importer and bottler of beverage alcohol products. Our mission is to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of consumers, associates and business partners. Merged with MGP Ingredients, Inc. in 2021 (Nasdaq: MGPI), Luxco operates as MGP's Brands Division and manages all MGP/Luxco brands. This extensive and award-winning spirits portfolio includes well-known brands from five distilleries: Bardstown, Kentucky-based Lux Row Distillers, home of Ezra Brooks, Rebel, Blood Oath, David Nicholson and Daviess County; Lebanon, Kentucky-based Limestone Branch Distillery, maker of Yellowstone Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Minor Case Straight Rye Whiskey and Bowling & Burch Gin; Jalisco, Mexico-based Destiladora González Lux, producer of 100% agave tequilas, El Mayor, Exotico and Dos Primos; Ross & Squibb Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, where the George Remus Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Rossville Union Straight Rye Whiskey are produced; and the Washington, D.C.-based Green Hat Distillery, producer of the Green Hat family of gins. The innovative and high-quality brand portfolio also includes Everclear Grain Alcohol, Pearl Vodka, Saint Brendan's Irish Cream, The Quiet Man Irish Whiskey and other well-recognized brands. For more information about the company and its brands, visit luxco.com.
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MINNEAPOLIS, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- World Poker Store Inc. (OTC: WPKS) on May 9th 2022, signed a letter of intent to negotiate a definitive agreement for a merger with Genuine Marketing Group Inc.
Genuine Marketing Group Inc. or GMG is a retail and consumer focused marketing company that creates brand affinity and builds consumer confidence through its proprietary authentication system, ZPtag. Combining the user-friendly engagement of a smartphone app with the smart contracts of the IBM blockchain, GMG seamlessly integrates brand marketing and measuring consumer sentiment into the everyday consumer shopping experience.
As GMG's app development and technology partner, IBM not only serves as the blockchain engine, but also as an integral part of the data-rich user experience. IBM blockchain is utilized to authenticate products while tracking and recording the product journey from origin to shopping cart. This allows for real-time customer engagement direct from the shopping aisle.
More information about Genuine Marketing Group Inc. can be found at https://genuinemarketinggroup.com/
Contact: Greg Needham
Email: greg@theworldpokerstore.com
This press release contains information that constitutes forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Any such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from any future results described within the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking information provided herein represents the Company's estimates as of the date of the press release, and subsequent events and developments may cause the Company's estimates to change. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation to update the forward-looking information in the future. Therefore, this forward-looking information should not be relied upon as representing the Company's estimates of its future financial performance as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release.
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Alice A. Sulak
Alice A. Sulak, age 91, of Temple, Texas passed away on Monday, June 20, 2022 at a local care center. She was born on January 17, 1931 in Seaton the daughter of Tom and Tracy Motl Sefcik.
A visitation will take place on Friday, June 24, 2022 from 5:30pm – 8:00pm at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home 3110 Airport Rd. Temple, Texas 76504.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at 10:00am at Seaton Brethren Church 12561 TX-53, Temple, Texas 76501 followed by burial at Seaton Cemetery.
Alice was a lifelong proprietor of Sefcik Hall in Seaton, where she started out helping her father Tom Sefcik with the business and upon his death took over running the business. She was a musician having played the saxophone with “Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5” (formerly Otis Beck & “The Melody Five”) and “Adela and the Music Masters”. She received The Texas Dance Hall Preservation Lifetime Achievement award in 2017 and was featured in many publications for her music and for the dance hall. The city of Temple declared that November 17th to be Alice Sefcik Sulak day. Alice was a talented musician that played various instruments including the accordion, drums and keyboard with many musicians including her house band. She was also a member of SPJST Lodge #47 Seaton.
She is survived by her children, Tommie Sulak and wife Linda of Temple, Steven Sulak and wife Brenda of Grapevine, and Kenny Sulak and wife Irene of Temple, 5 grandchildren, Jonathan Sulak and wife Emily, Alek Sulak, Sterling Sulak, Shelby Beck and husband John, and Shannon Strong and husband Patrick and a great-granddaughter Scout Anna Beck.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Adela Urubek.
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DETROIT, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SME and the Rapid News Group welcomed thousands of members of the Additive Manufacturing (AM) community back for another successful installment of the industry's largest and most influential event, RAPID + TCT 2022, May 17-19 at Huntington Place in Detroit. The 31st edition of the three-day event featured the latest in 3D-printing technology from the industry's leading product and service providers, a full schedule of speakers including three keynote presentations and several panel presentations in the SME ZONE theater through industry partners and SME technical communities. SME Executive Director and CEO Robert "Bob" Willig made the announcement.
"The incredible activity on the exhibit floor across all three days was a clear indicator of the excitement and success of this year's RAPID + TCT event in downtown Detroit," said Willig. "From the engaging keynotes to the insightful thought leadership panels to the in-depth technical conference to the buzz heard all around the exhibits, the next-level networking at RAPID + TCT 2022 exceeded expectations in every way. The AM innovations don't end when the event is over though. Advancements are ongoing, and we look forward to identifying the next challenges and helping manufacturers find solutions using this ever-evolving technology."
Attendees participated in RAPID + TCT 2022 in-person and virtually through the RAPID + TCT Digital Experience — from 42 states and 38 countries. Building upon the success of last year, the RAPID + TCT Digital Experience showcased livestreaming of all keynotes and thought leadership panels from both the Main Stage and the SME ZONE theater. Visitors and delegates were able to connect face-to-face with more than 400 exhibiting companies represented on the exhibit floor.
The RAPID + TCT 2022 Conference followed seven unique tracks with sessions tagged by where one is in their AM journey: Evaluation, Adoption and Optimization of Additive Manufacturing. Throughout the three-day event, presentations delivered by some of the industry's best provided insight into AM applications already in existence across a wide range of industries, as well as thoughts on what the future holds as the technology continues to change.
Barbara Humpton, president and CEO, Siemens USA, delivered the first keynote address of the week. Her talk touched on the role of AM in driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Siemens' work in digital twin technology enabling the success of NASA's Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover. She also spoke about "glocalization," the process of reflecting global innovation with local production capabilities — accelerated by the response to COVID-19. As the space continues to grow, AM is enabling localization of production, increasing resiliency and inspiring a new generation of industry leaders.
Also on day one, Slade Gardner, PhD, president and founder of Big Metal Additive, was recognized as the recipient of SME's AM Industry Achievement Award. Established in 2008, the award was developed by SME's AM Community to recognize an individual, team or company for outstanding accomplishments that have had significant impact within AM, or in any industry through the application of AM technologies. Gardner is recognized for his contributions over a distinguished career for advancing industrial metal additive manufacturing and for recent work with large-scale metal-hybrid AM. The full list of winners of the 2022 Additive Manufacturing Community Awards can be found on the RAPID + TCT website.
The show's second keynote speaker, Brian Baughman, manufacturing chief engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, delivered an address centered on the possibilities unlocked by AM technologies. Baughman remarked on maximizing efficiency and keeping costs low, advice for the industry in developing better, more widely adopted technologies and offered examples from projects completed by Honeywell Aerospace.
Rounding out the show as the third keynote speaker on the mainstage, Caralynn Nowinski-Collens, MD, CEO of Dimension Inx, spoke about the application of exciting AM technologies in the medical field including biofabrication and 3D-printable biomaterials. She made it clear that medical has made incredible, futuristic advancements just in the past year, and the industry is poised for more growth.
In the exhibit hall, AM companies from all over had products and machines on display, including 3D Systems, Desktop Metal, EOS, Formlabs, HP, Massivit, Nexa3D, Stratasys, Thermwood and many more. Exhibitors showcased new technologies, materials, processes and software solutions, giving attendees an exclusive, hands-on look at the best the AM industry has to offer. Enthusiasts across verticals were in attendance, representing industries such as automotive, aircraft/aerospace, construction, defense, electronics, industrial and commercial, machinery, medical/surgical/dental, R&D, consumer products and consulting/engineering.
The SME Education Foundation's Bright Minds Program welcomed nearly 1,000 middle and high school students with a schedule tailored for AM introduction with hands-on workshops, high-tech demonstrations and dynamic speakers from some of the top names in AM, including a separate keynote from Brian Baughman. The program also offered students and employers alike the opportunity to network and connect with leaders from some of the top engineering programs in the country.
The 2022 edition of RAPID + TCT also saw the introduction of the AM Industry Celebration — a gathering of more than 2,000 additive manufacturing professionals and enthusiasts who joined SME along with strategic partners TCT, America Makes, AMUG and Women in 3D Printing to celebrate the advancements of the past 30+ years of this disruptive technology while looking forward to the exciting and dynamic future that AM is creating across many industries.
RAPID + TCT 2023 will take place May 2-4, 2023, at McCormick Place in Chicago. To learn more about the event, visit rapid3devent.com.
About RAPID + TCT
For more than 30 years, SME and RAPID have defined the crucial role of additive manufacturing and empowered the establishment of an industry that continues to conceive, test, improve and manufacture new products at a faster, more cost-efficient pace. In 2017, the two industry leaders in 3D technology events, SME and The TCT Group, partnered to produce the annual RAPID + TCT event. For users and suppliers alike, the event is the premier destination for those who provide technology and for those who need to understand, explore and adopt 3D printing, additive manufacturing, 3D scanning, CAD/CAE, metrology and inspection technologies. For more information, visit rapid3devent.com, follow @RAPID_Event on Twitter or on LinkedIn.
About SME
SME connects manufacturing professionals, academia and communities, sharing knowledge and resources to build inspired, educated and prosperous manufacturers and enterprises. With 90 years of experience and expertise in events, media, membership, training and development, and also through the SME Education Foundation, SME is committed to promoting manufacturing technology, developing a skilled workforce and attracting future generations to advance manufacturing. Learn more at SME.org, follow @SME_MFG on Twitter or facebook.com/SMEmfg.
About Rapid News Publications Ltd & The TCT Group
Rapid News Publications Ltd, the owner of the TCT Group, has been a leading authority in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering technology for 30 years. A rich mix of live events and all-encompassing media portfolio enables TCT to deliver business critical intelligence, connecting the additive community across Europe, North America and Asia. The TCT Group (thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organizers) and BPA Worldwide.
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MONTRÉAL, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB) announced today that it intends to enter into a private agreement with CDPQ for the purchase for cancellation of 938,914 of its Class A subordinate voting shares ("Class A Shares") held by CDPQ for a price of $106.51 per Class A Share, which represents a discount to the closing price on July 29, 2022 of the Class A Shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX").
The transaction will be made in connection with the periodic portfolio rebalancing of CDPQ. Once completed, CDPQ will continue to hold approximately 22.5 million Class A Shares, representing approximately 9.5% of CGI's total outstanding shares.
"Once again this year, CGI produced excellent results for its shareholders and this repurchase of shares is an opportunity to monetize a portion of our investment to the benefit of our depositors" said Kim Thomassin, Executive Vice-President and Head of Québec at CDPQ. "Following this transaction, CDPQ will continue to be one of the main shareholders of CGI, and we intend to remain so to support the long-term growth of this information technology leader."
"This transaction is consistent with our value creation strategy and is immediately accretive to our shareholders," said Julie Godin, Co-Chair of the Board, CGI. "CGI has the strength and capital resources to execute on our Build and Buy profitable growth strategy given our strong balance sheet and excellent cash generation, combined with $2.3 billion of cash readily available at the end of June 2022."
A favourable decision was obtained from the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) to exempt CGI from the issuer bid requirements under applicable securities legislation. The transaction will be entered into at a discount, in accordance with the decision of the AMF, and is expected to be entered into later today and settled on August 2, 2022.
The share repurchase will be made under CGI's normal course issuer bid ("NCIB"), the renewal of which was announced on February 2, 2022. Under the NCIB, CGI is authorized to repurchase up to 18,781,981 Class A Shares by February 5, 2023. The NCIB allows for purchases outside the facilities of the TSX by private agreements pursuant to exemption orders issued by securities regulators. As at July 29, 2022, CGI had repurchased 5,088,959 Class A Shares under its current NCIB.
Information regarding the share repurchase, including the number of Class A Shares purchased for cancellation and aggregate price paid, will be available on the SEDAR website at sedar.com following the completion thereof. CGI will not issue any additional press release in respect of this share repurchase.
Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. With 88,500 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2021 reported revenue is $12.13 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at cgi.com.
At CDPQ, we invest constructively to generate sustainable returns over the long term. As a global investment group managing funds for public retirement and insurance plans, we work alongside our partners to build enterprises that drive performance and progress. We are active in the major financial markets, private equity, infrastructure, real estate and private debt. As at December 31, 2021, CDPQ's net assets totalled CAD 419.8 billion. For more information, visit cdpq.com, follow us on Twitter or consult our Facebook or LinkedIn pages.
CDPQ is a registered trademark owned by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and licensed for use by its subsidiaries.
Forward-looking information and statements
This press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other applicable United States safe harbours. All such forward-looking information and statements are made and disclosed in reliance upon the safe harbour provisions of applicable Canadian and United States securities laws. Forward-looking information and statements include all information and statements regarding CGI's intentions, plans, expectations, beliefs, objectives, future performance, and strategy, as well as any other information or statements that relate to future events or circumstances and which do not directly and exclusively relate to historical facts. Forward-looking information and statements often but not always use words such as "believe", "estimate", "expect", "intend", "anticipate", "foresee", "plan", "predict", "project", "aim", "seek", "strive", "potential", "continue", "target", "may", "might", "could", "should", and similar expressions and variations thereof. These information and statements are based on our perception of historic trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other assumptions, both general and specific, that we believe are appropriate in the circumstances. Such information and statements are, however, by their very nature, subject to inherent risks and uncertainties, of which many are beyond the control of CGI, and which give rise to the possibility that actual results could differ materially from our expectations expressed in, or implied by, such forward-looking information or forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include but are not restricted to: risks related to the market such as the level of business activity of our clients, which is affected by economic and political conditions, additional external risks (such as pandemics, armed conflict and inflation) and our ability to negotiate new contracts; risks related to our industry such as competition and our ability to attract and retain qualified employees, to develop and expand our services, to penetrate new markets, and to protect our intellectual property rights; risks related to our business such as risks associated with our growth strategy, including the integration of new operations, financial and operational risks inherent in worldwide operations, foreign exchange risks, income tax laws and other tax programs, our ability to negotiate favourable contractual terms, to deliver our services and to collect receivables, the reputational and financial risks attendant to cybersecurity breaches and other incidents, and financial risks such as liquidity needs and requirements, maintenance of financial ratios, and changes in creditworthiness and credit ratings; as well as other risks identified or incorporated by reference in this press release, in CGI's annual and quarterly MD&A and in other documents that we make public, including our filings with the Canadian Securities Administrators (on SEDAR at www.sedar.com) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (on EDGAR at www.sec.gov). For a discussion of risks in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, see Pandemic risks in section 10.1.1. of our annual MD&A and section 8.1.1. of our quarterly MD&A. Unless otherwise stated, the forward-looking information and statements contained in this press release are made as of the date hereof and CGI disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information or forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. While we believe that our assumptions on which these forward-looking information and forward-looking statements are based were reasonable as at the date of this press release, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking information or statements. Furthermore, readers are reminded that forward-looking information and statements are presented for the sole purpose of assisting investors and others in understanding our objectives, strategic priorities and business outlook as well as our anticipated operating environment. Readers are cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. Further information on the risks that could cause our actual results to differ significantly from our current expectations may be found in the section titled Risk Environment of CGI's annual and quarterly MD&A, which is incorporated by reference in this cautionary statement. We also caution readers that the above-mentioned risks and the risks disclosed in CGI's annual and quarterly MD&A and other documents and filings are not the only ones that could affect us. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial could also have a material adverse effect on our financial position, financial performance, cash flows, business or reputation.
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SÃO PAULO, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AEGEA Finance S.à r.l. (the "Issuer"), which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AEGEA Saneamento e Participações S.A. ("Aegea"), announced today the final tender results in connection with its previously announced cash tender offer (the "Tender Offer") for any and all of the outstanding U.S.$400,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 5.750% Senior Notes due 2024 (the "Notes"). The Tender Offer expired at 11:59 p.m., New York City time, on May 18, 2022 (the "Expiration Time"). The Tender Offer was made pursuant to an Offer to Purchase and Consent Solicitation dated April 21, 2022 (the "Offer to Purchase").
As of the Expiration Time, U.S.$346,181,000 in aggregate principal amount of the Notes, representing 86.55% of the outstanding Notes, had been validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) pursuant to the Tender Offer and consents delivered pursuant to the Consent Solicitation (as defined below). The Issuer intends to purchase all Notes validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) at or prior to the Expiration Time on May 23, 2022 (the "Settlement Date").
In conjunction with receiving the requisite consents for the Notes in connection with its previously announced consent solicitation (the "Consent Solicitation") from the holders of the Notes (the "Holders"), a supplemental indenture to effect the proposed amendments described in the Offer to Purchase has been executed, which will become operative on the Settlement Date.
The total consideration payable to Holders for each U.S.$1,000 principal amount of Notes validly tendered at or prior to 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on May 4, 2022 (such date and time, the "Early Tender Payment Deadline") and purchased pursuant to the Tender Offer will be U.S.$1,028.75 (the "Total Consideration"), plus accrued and unpaid interest up to, but not including the Settlement Date. The Total Consideration includes an early tender payment of U.S.$30.00 per $1,000 principal amount of Notes (the "Early Tender Payment"), payable only to Holders who validly tendered (and do not withdraw) their Notes and validly deliver (and do not revoke) the related consents to the Proposed Amendments at or prior to the Early Tender Payment Deadline.
Holders of Notes who validly tender their Notes after the Early Tender Payment Deadline but at or prior to the Expiration Time will not be entitled to receive the Early Tender Payment and will be entitled to receive only the Tender Offer Consideration, as described in the Offer to Purchase, plus accrued and unpaid interest up to, but not including, the Settlement Date.
On May 23, 2022, the Issuer intends to issue a notice to redeem the Notes that were not purchased in the Tender Offer on May 26, 2022 at the then-applicable redemption price of 102.875% of the aggregate principal amount thereof plus accrued and unpaid interest for the Notes. This press release does not constitute a notice of redemption of the Notes.
Banco BTG Pactual S.A. – Cayman Branch, Itau BBA USA Securities, Inc., Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, Banco Bradesco BBI S.A. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC are acting as dealer managers for the Tender Offer and as solicitation agents for the Consent Solicitation and can be contacted at their respective telephone numbers set forth on the back cover page of Offer to Purchase with questions regarding the Tender Offer and the Consent Solicitation.
Copies of the Offer to Purchase are available to holders of Notes from D.F. King & Co., Inc., the information agent and the tender agent for the Tender Offer and the Consent Solicitation. Requests for copies of the Offer to Purchase should be directed to D.F. King at +1 (800)-249-7148 (toll free), +1 (212) 269-5550 (collect) or aegea@dfking.com.
Neither the Offer to Purchase nor any related documents have been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, nor have any such documents been filed with or reviewed by any federal or state securities commission or regulatory authority of any country. No authority has passed upon the accuracy or adequacy of the Offer to Purchase or any related documents, and it is unlawful and may be a criminal offense to make any representation to the contrary.
The Tender Offer and the Consent Solicitation were made solely on the terms and conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase. Under no circumstances shall this press release constitute an offer to buy or the solicitation of an offer to sell the Notes or any other securities of Aegea or any of its subsidiaries, including the Issuer. The Tender Offer and the Consent Solicitation were not made to, nor did the Issuer accept tenders of Notes or deliveries of consents from, holders in any jurisdiction in which the Tender Offer and the Consent Solicitation or the acceptance thereof would not be in compliance with the securities of blue sky laws of such jurisdiction. This press release also is not a solicitation of consents to the Proposed Amendments to the Indenture. No recommendation is made as to whether holders should tender their Notes or deliver their consents with respect to the Notes. Holders should carefully read the Offer to Purchase because it contains important information, including the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer and the Consent Solicitation.
Important Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are information of a non-historical nature or which relate to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties. No assurance can be given that the transactions described herein will be consummated or as to the ultimate terms of any such transactions. Neither the Issuer nor Aegea undertakes any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information or future events or for any other reason.
DISCLAIMER
This press release must be read in conjunction with the Offer to Purchase. This announcement and the Offer to Purchase contain important information which must be read carefully before any decision is made with respect to the Tender Offer and the Consent Solicitation. If any holder of Notes is in any doubt as to the action it should take, it is recommended to seek its own legal, tax, accounting and financial advice, including as to any tax consequences, immediately from its stockbroker, bank manager, attorney, accountant or other independent financial or legal adviser. Any individual or company whose Notes are held on its behalf by a broker, dealer, bank, custodian, trust company or other nominee or intermediary must contact such entity if it wishes to participate in the Tender Offer. None of Aegea, the Issuer, the dealer managers and solicitation agents, the information and tender agent and any person who controls, or is a director, officer, employee or agent of such persons, or any affiliate of such persons, makes any recommendation as to whether Holders of Notes should participate in the Tender Offer.
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WASHINGTON, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) announced that it has imposed an interim suspension of the CFP® certification against Michael Giannetti, which was effective as of April 5, 2022.
CFP Board issued an automatic interim suspension order suspending Mr. Giannetti's right to use the CFP® certification marks after receiving evidence that the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (FINRA) permanently barred Mr. Giannetti from associating with any FINRA member in any capacity on March 22, 2022. FINRA determined that Mr. Giannetti refused to produce to FINRA information or documents in connection with its investigation of Mr. Giannetti's potential participation in undisclosed outside business activities, in violation of FINRA Rules 8210 and 2010. Under the automatic interim suspension order, Mr. Giannetti's right to use the CFP® certification marks is suspended pending CFP Board's completed investigation and possible further disciplinary proceedings.
An interim suspension is a suspension of a CFP® professional's Certification and Trademark License during the pendency of proceedings. A Respondent subject to an Interim Suspension Order must not use the CFP® certification marks or state or suggest that Respondent is a CFP® professional while the Interim Suspension Order is in effect. An Interim Suspension Order is a temporary sanction and does not preclude CFP Board from imposing a final sanction. An Interim Suspension Order will remain in place until the Disciplinary and Ethics Commission (DEC) or, if an appeal is filed, CFP Board's Appeals Commission, issues a final order. CFP Board may vacate an Interim Suspension Order if the Professional Discipline is vacated or reversed or if Respondent provides sufficient evidence indicating that Respondent was not the subject of Professional Discipline. A Hearing Panel of the DEC may issue an Order to vacate an Interim Suspension Order upon a successful Petition to Vacate an Interim Suspension Order by Respondent.
The basis for this decision also may be found on CFP Board's website at CFP.net/verify. At that website, CFP Board provides the public with:
- The ability to check on any individual's CFP Board disciplinary history and CFP® certification status.
- Links to other sources of information about CFP® professionals that may be more recent or that may contain information that has not led to CFP Board discipline and does not appear on CFP Board's website. This information may include customer disputes, disciplinary actions taken by a regulator or employer, certain criminal matters, and certain financial matters (such as bankruptcy proceedings and unpaid judgments or liens).
- Links to FINRA's BrokerCheck and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) Investment Adviser Public Disclosure databases for individuals who are subject to FINRA or SEC oversight.
CFP Board's Enforcement Process
As part of their certification, CFP® professionals make a commitment to CFP Board to abide by CFP Board's Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct (Code and Standards), or its predecessor, the Standards of Professional Conduct (Standards), which included the Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Rules of Conduct, and Financial Planning Practice Standards. CFP Board's Procedural Rules set forth the process for investigating matters and imposing sanctions where violations have been found.
CFP Board enforces its ethical standards by investigating alleged violations and, where there is probable cause to believe there are grounds for sanction, presents a Complaint containing the alleged violations to CFP Board's DEC. The DEC meets at least six times a year to review any matter in which CFP Board has alleged that a CFP® professional has violated the Code and Standards, or its predecessor Standards. The DEC functions in accordance with the Procedural Rules and reviews all matters on a case-by-case basis, considering the details specific to an individual case. If the DEC determines there are grounds for sanction, then it may impose a sanction. DEC orders may be appealed by a CFP® professional or CFP Board pursuant to the Procedural Rules.
In certain circumstances, such as when a CFP® professional is in default due to failure to acknowledge receipt of a Notice of Investigation or file an Answer, CFP Board staff must deliver an Administrative Order of Suspension, Temporary Bar, Revocation or Permanent Bar. Administrative Orders also are subject to appeal.
More information on CFP Board's enforcement process can be found at CFP.net/ethics/enforcement.
ABOUT CFP BOARD
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. is the professional body for personal financial planners in the U.S. CFP Board sets standards for financial planning and administers the prestigious CFP® certification – one of the most respected certifications in financial services – so that the public has access to and benefits from competent and ethical financial planning. CFP Board, along with its Center for Financial Planning, is committed to increasing the public's awareness of CFP® certification and access to a diverse, ethical and competent financial planning workforce. Widely recognized by firms and consumer groups as the standard for financial planning, CFP® certification is held by more than 92,000 people in the United States.
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DENVER (AP) — The father of JonBenet Ramsey is supporting an online petition asking Colorado’s governor to intervene in the investigation into her death more than 25 years ago by putting an outside agency in charge of DNA testing in the case.
The 6-year-old was found dead in the basement of her family’s home in Boulder on Dec. 26, 1996, bludgeoned and strangled, several hours after her mother called 911 to say her daughter was missing and a ransom note had been left behind. Her death was ruled a homicide, but nobody was ever prosecuted.
John Ramsey said he wants DNA evidence that was never tested before to be transferred away from Boulder police to a different agency,KUSA-TV reported Sunday.
“Somehow we’ve got to force the police, or take it away from them, the ability to go ahead and test some of the crime scene evidence that was never tested for DNA,” he said. “Why that’s never been done and will never be done by the police baffles me.”
Thepetition notes that advancements in DNA and the use of genetic genealogy is leading to the solving of more cold case around the country. It criticizes the Boulder Police Department for not doing enough to use DNA to solve the case, noting that the department said at the time of the 25th anniversary of JonBenet’s death that it was “actively reviewing genetic DNA testing processes” to see if those could be applied to the case.
In a statement, a spokesperson for Gov. Jared Polis said “The State will review the petition and look into how the state can assist in using new technology to further investigate this cold case and to identify JonBenet Ramsey’s killer.” The statement did not address the involvement of Boulder police.
Meanwhile, the Boulder Police Department said it has been working with state law enforcement agencies and the FBI, on the investigation and that DNA from the case is regularly checked for any new matches. As of December, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation has updated over 750 DNA samples from the investigation with the latest DNA technology, thedepartment said in a statement.
“We have a shared goal to bring justice—and hopefully some peace—to JonBenet’s family and everyone who was impacted by her loss,” Police Chief Maris Herold said in the statement.
The police department was criticized for its initial handling of the investigation into the death of JonBenet, who had competed in beauty pageants.
The details of the crime and video footage of JonBenet from the pageants propelled the case into one of the highest-profile mysteries in the United States, unleashing a series of true-crime books and TV specials.
While the district attorney at the time of JonBenet’s death said her parents were under “an umbrella of suspicion” early on, tests in 2008 on newly discovered DNA on her clothing pointed to the involvement of an “unexplained third party” in her slaying, and not her parents, John and Patsy Ramsey, or their son, Burke. That led former district attorney Mary Lacy to clear the Ramseys of any involvement, two years after Patsy Ramsey died of cancer, calling the couple “victims of this crime.” | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-u-s-headlines/jonbenet-ramseys-father-wants-outside-agency-to-test-dna/ | 2022-05-03T11:12:01Z |
Powell, an author of 15 books, is one of the most celebrated political, cultural, literary and hip-hop voices in America.
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Prairie View A&M University announced today the appointment of the highly-regarded poet, journalist, TV personality and author Kevin Powell to serve as its second writer-in-residence of the Toni Morrison Writing Program.
Powell has penned articles, essays and blogs for a wide range of newspapers, magazines and major websites. His writings have appeared in The New York Times, CNN.com, The Nation, NPR, ESPN, Essence, Esquire, Ebony, The Huffington Post, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone, Complex, British GQ, The Guardian, and ESPN.com. Powell worked at Vibe Magazine as a senior writer for many years, interviewing such diverse public figures as Tupac Shakur and General Colin Powell.
Powell's forthcoming books include The Kevin Powell Reader, a collection of his writings, interviews and speeches covering 30 years of his work and a long-awaited biography of Tupac Shakur.
A native of Jersey City, Powell was raised by a single mother in a community stricken with extreme poverty and violence. His life transformed after studying at Rutgers University in New Brunswick thanks to the New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund, a program created during the Civil Rights Movement to benefit poor youth. Today, he has lectured, worked and traveled in all 50 American states and five of the world's seven continents.
Now in its second year, PVAMU's Toni Morrison Writing Program continues to flourish under the direction of Provost Emerita Emma Joahanne Thomas-Smith. One of the most celebrated African American poets, Nikki Giovanni, wrapped up her appointment as the program's inaugural writer-in-residence this spring.
"The Toni Morrison Writing Program's selection of Kevin Powell as writer-in-residence meets the objective: Powell studies; Powell thinks deeply. He takes a stance on a cornucopia of issues, including, but not limited to, social justice, interpersonal relationships, hip hop culture, and environmentalism, you name it. He challenges a multi-generational audience and issues to them a call to action. Given today's socio-political climate, nothing could be more timely, especially for HBCU college students for whom the college years are an apprenticeship for thoughtful, meaningful, intentional participation in the change they wish to see," Thomas-Smith said.
Powell began his appointment on September 1, with his first public lecture scheduled later this month.
About Prairie View A&M University: Designated an institution of "the first class" in the Texas Constitution, Prairie View A&M University is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master's degrees, and doctoral degree programs through eight colleges and schools. A member of The Texas A&M University System, the university is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service. For more information regarding PVAMU, visit www.pvamu.edu.
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– Company showcases breadth of capabilities and commitment to advancing health equity through diverse, compelling type 1 diabetes research –
– Oral presentation on "Inequities in Glycemic Outcomes for Patients with Type 1 Diabetes" recognized as a Top 10 Recommended Abstract by ADA's National Health Disparities Committee –
BOSTON, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- T1D Exchange, a nonprofit organization that drives meaningful research and innovation in the treatment of type 1 diabetes (T1D), today announced that new real-world data from its Quality Improvement Collaborative (T1DX-QI) and its online patient Registry will be shared in four oral and 14 poster presentations during the American Diabetes Association (ADA) 82nd Scientific Sessions, held in New Orleans from June 3-7.
The studies detail a wide range of trends and outcomes in the management of T1D, including the implementation of psychosocial screenings and the use of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), associations between the effect of obesity and HbA1c in children and adults, and continued race and ethnic inequities in glycemic outcomes, including one oral presentation recognized by ADA's National Health Disparities Committee as a Top 10 Recommended Abstract. A full list of abstracts can be found here.
"T1D Exchange continues to expand our capabilities to increase our outputs of real-world data to inform insights for the betterment of patients, including the more than 1,200 individuals who have now connected their CGM data to our Registry," said David Walton, Chief Executive Officer at T1D Exchange. "Our ADA presentations demonstrate our extensive capabilities in collecting, sharing and analyzing real-world data and driving improvement in equitable care and outcomes for the entire T1D population."
At the meeting, T1D Exchange extends its partnership with Vertex Pharmaceuticals with data from two custom research studies that utilized T1D Exchange's online patient Registry of over 14,000 people living with T1D. The studies explore the gaps that remain in achieving target T1D glycemic goals and the persistence of impaired awareness of glycemic events despite advanced technologies. T1D Exchange also continues to support the recruitment of patients for the Vertex Phase 1/2 clinical trial of VX-880 for the treatment of T1D.
- 92-OR, Persistence of Impaired Awareness of Hypoglycemia, Severe Hypoglycemic Events, and Suboptimal Glycemic Control Despite Advanced Diabetes Technologies on Saturday, June 4, 1:45-2 p.m. CT in Hall E-3 (in partnership with Vertex)
- 167-OR, Inequities in Glycemic Outcomes for Patients with Type 1 Diabetes: Six-Year (2016–2021) Longitudinal Follow-Up by Race and Ethnicity of 36,390 Patients in the T1Dx-QI Collaborative on Sunday, June 5, 2:15-2:30 p.m. CT in Room 355
- 269-OR, No BMI Increase during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Children and Adults with T1D in Three Continents: Joint Analysis of ADDN, T1DX, and DPV Registries on Monday, June 6, 9:15-9:30 a.m. CT in Room 217
- 289-OR, Automated Insulin Delivery Use among 12,065 T1D Exchange Registry Participants on Monday, June 6, 3-3:15 p.m. CT in Room RO5
In addition, data from fourteen studies will be presented during the General Poster Sessions on Saturday, June 4, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. CT and Sunday, June 5, from 12-1 p.m. CT, both in Poster Hall D-E.
"Research from our Quality Improvement Collaborative continues to illuminate the persisting health inequities that T1D patients are facing, despite improvements in treatments and technology," said Osagie Ebekozien, MD, MPH, Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer at T1D Exchange. "It is critical that we address the root causes of the inequities identified through our research so that we can offer practical solutions and enact real change for these patients who are struggling to manage their disease. I am proud that the T1D Exchange effort is leading to significant improvements."
"We're excited that the expansion of our Registry to include CGM data is enabling focused research to uncover opportunities to improve the lives of people living with T1D," said Wendy Wolf, PhD, Vice President of Registry and Outcomes Research at T1D Exchange. "Having access to the unique combination of self-reported and objective data, such as data from diabetes devices like CGMs, enables us to paint a fuller picture of the patient experience."
The T1D Exchange Quality Improvement Collaborative (T1DX-QI) brings together 47 endocrinology centers across the U.S., collectively treating more than 70,000 T1D patients, to identify and address gaps in care and accelerate evidence-based, practical solutions. Participating clinics contribute anonymized patient data and research from their respective clinics, expanding the collective knowledge base and creating a unified data asset to expedite improvements in care for all people living with T1D.
The T1D Exchange Registry tracks disease progress over time and to date includes over 17,000 people living with T1D in the U.S. It gathers information directly from these individuals, including data on disease management and outcomes, connecting patients to research and researchers to patients. Participants complete annual surveys and the Registry curates other research opportunities to advance meaningful treatment, care and policy. The focus is to ensure representation across the T1D community, including patient populations often underrepresented in clinical studies.
T1D Exchange is a leader in harnessing data to advance T1D care and outcomes by driving collaborative change. Through real-world evidence and clinical data collection and analysis, our novel insights are identifying gaps in data and redefining best practices to improve the lives of those living with T1D. T1D Exchange actively supports quality improvement and innovation through its Quality Improvement Collaborative (T1DX-QI), patient registry, and data-oriented research services. Through a knowledge-sharing and collaboration-focused approach, T1D Exchange is accelerating real-world impacts by providing clinicians, researchers, industry partners and advocates with the resources and services they need for better decision support and population health management. A nonprofit organization, T1D Exchange was established in 2010 with ongoing support from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust.
To learn more about T1DX-QI member clinics, click here. For more information on the Registry, visit t1dregistry.org.
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Initiative will nurture the next generation of hospitality talent in Singapore
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) and Marina Bay Sands have established a $1 million scholarship program that will help build a pipeline of new talent for the hospitality industry in Singapore through Sands Cares, the company's community engagement program. The scholarship initiative is designed to advance hospitality careers in Singapore to capitalize on the tremendous tourism growth projected over the coming years.
The Sands Hospitality Scholarship Program will benefit more than 100 Singaporean students pursuing hospitality or tourism-related courses of study at six Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) including Nanyang Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic and the Singapore Institute of Technology in Singapore.
The program kicks off in 2023 and aims to encourage more of the region's brightest talent to consider a career in the hospitality industry, while building on the longstanding commitment by Sands and Marina Bay Sands to support Singapore's economic and tourism goals.
The Sands Hospitality Scholarship Program complements a variety of Sands Cares efforts to support hospitality industry workforce development. Other hospitality education initiatives span contributions to higher education institutions, additional scholarship programs, on-property and industry-supported training opportunities for students and hospitality professionals, and mentorship support from company representatives.
"The hospitality industry's greatest asset lies in its people, and developing hospitality talent is especially important as the sector undergoes rapid transformation," said Ron Reese, senior vice president of global communications and corporate affairs, who spearheads corporate responsibility initiatives at Sands. "Singapore's resilient tourism industry is expected to grow robustly with international travel resuming. By investing in education to help youth establish careers in hospitality, we are supporting the future of our industry and Singapore's continued leadership as a top global travel destination."
The Sands Hospitality Scholarship Program joins other corporate-supported Sands Cares initiatives in Singapore, which include the Sands Cares Accelerator, a program that assists nonprofit organizations in expanding their reach and driving deeper impact, and the Sands Cares Hygiene Kit Build with Clean the World and the Sands Cares Food Kit Build, both aimed at supporting people facing hardship in Sands' local communities. To learn more about Sands Cares, please visit https://www.sands.com/responsibility/communities/#our-program-sands-cares.
About Sands (NYSE: LVS)
Sands is the world's preeminent developer and operator of world-class Integrated Resorts.
Our iconic properties drive valuable leisure and business tourism and deliver significant economic benefits, sustained job creation, financial opportunities for local businesses and community investment to help make our host regions ideal places to live, work and visit.
Sands' portfolio of properties includes Marina Bay Sands in Singapore and The Venetian Macao, The Plaza and Four Seasons Hotel Macao, The Londoner Macao, The Parisian Macao and Sands Macao in Macao SAR, China, through majority ownership in Sands China Ltd.
Sands is dedicated to being a leader in corporate responsibility, anchored by our core tenets of serving people, planet and communities. Our ESG leadership has led to inclusion on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for World and North America and recognition as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies. To learn more, visit www.sands.com.
About Marina Bay Sands Pte Ltd
Marina Bay Sands is Asia's leading business, leisure and entertainment destination. The integrated resort features Singapore's largest hotel with over 2,200 luxurious rooms and suites, crowned by the spectacular Sands SkyPark and iconic infinity pool. Its stunning architecture and compelling programming, including state-of-the-art convention and exhibition facilities, Asia's best luxury shopping mall, world-class dining and entertainment, as well as cutting-edge exhibitions at ArtScience Museum, have transformed the country's skyline and tourism landscape since it opened in 2010.
Marina Bay Sands is dedicated to being a good corporate citizen to serve its people, communities and environment. As one of the largest players in hospitality, it employs nearly 10,000 Team Members across the property. It drives social impact through its community engagement program, Sands Cares, and leads environmental stewardship through its global sustainability program, Sands ECO360.
For more information, please visit www.marinabaysands.com.
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NORFOLK, Va., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PRA Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRAA), a global leader in acquiring and collecting nonperforming loans, will report its second quarter 2022 results after market close on Monday, August 8, 2022, followed by a webcast and conference call at 5 p.m. E.T.
To listen to PRA Group's webcast and view the corresponding slides, visit https://ir.pragroup.com/events-and-presentations. To listen by phone on August 8, call 844-835-9982 in the U.S. or 412-317-5267 outside the U.S. and ask for the PRA Group conference call. To listen to a replay of the call, either visit the same website until August 8, 2023, or call 877-344-7529 in the U.S. or 412-317-0088 outside the U.S. and use access code 6057434 until August 15, 2022.
The Company is also announcing that it currently plans to report third quarter 2022 results after market close on November 3, 2022.
About PRA Group
As a global leader in acquiring and collecting nonperforming loans, PRA Group, Inc. returns capital to banks and other creditors to help expand financial services for consumers in the Americas, Europe and Australia. With thousands of employees worldwide, PRA Group, Inc. companies collaborate with customers to help them resolve their debt. For more information, please visit www.pragroup.com.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of TG Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: TGTX) between January 15, 2020 and May 31, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important September 16, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased TG Therapeutics securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the TG Therapeutics class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7662 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than September 16, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) clinical trials revealed significant concerns related to the benefit-risk ratio and overall survival data of Ublituximab (an investigational glycoengineered monoclonal antibody for the treatment of B-cell non-hodgkin lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia ("CLL"), and relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis) and Umbralisib (or UKONIQ, an oral inhibitor of PI3K-delta and CK1-epsilon for the treatment of CLL, marginal zone lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma); (2) accordingly, it was unlikely that TG Therapeutics would be able to obtain U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") approval of the marginal zone lymphoma ("MZL") and follicular lymphoma ("FL") (the "Umbralisib MZL/FL NDA"), the rolling submission of a Biologics License Application ("BLA") to the FDA for Ublituximab in combination with Umbralisib (together, "U2"), as a treatment for patients with CLL (the "U2 BLA"), the supplemental New Drug Application ("sNDA") for Umbralisib to add an indication for CLL and small lymphocytic lymphoma ("SLL") in combination with Ublituximab (the "U2 sNDA"), or the Ublituximab as a treatment for patients with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis ("RMS") (the "Ublituximab RMS BLA") in their current forms; (3) as a result, TG Therapeutics had significantly overstated Ublituximab and Umbralisib's clinical and/or commercial prospects; and (4) therefore, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the TG Therapeutics class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7662 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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2nd shipment of baby formula headed to US from Germany
Published: May. 25, 2022 at 12:30 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) - The second shipment of baby formula from Germany is heading to the United States.
The plane is loaded up with about 1 million containers of baby formula.
According to the White House, the plane will land in Washington on Wednesday. Then, FedEx will take the formula to a Nestle distribution hub in Pennsylvania.
Supply chain issues and the shutdown of an Abbott formula plant in Michigan have caused mass shortages. Abbott said it plans to reopen that facility June 4.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — It’s going to be a warm and breezy night in North Texas with some potential storms late in the evening near Sherman and Paris.
“Warm and breezy conditions are expected tonight with lows in the 70s and southeast winds of 15 to 20 MPH. There will likely be another round of storms across Oklahoma, which could affect the northeastern- most counties late tonight or early Tuesday morning. Severe weather does not appear likely, though gusty winds can be expected as the storms roll through,” NWS Fort Worth says.
Here’s what you can expect Monday night:
- Warm and breezy with lows in the 70s
- Winds from the southeast range between 15-20 MPH
- Storms in Oklahoma could affect the northeastern-most counties
- Severe weather is unlikely but gusty winds could accompany these storms
“A strengthening high pressure ridge to our west will maintain the warming trend through the end of the week. Both DFW and Waco will have a shot to reach the triple digits, with near-record high temperatures forecast by Friday. There will be occasional relief along the Red River, as storms which form across Oklahoma will move southeast into that region from time to time,” NWS Fort Worth says. | https://cw33.com/news/local/warm-and-breezy-night-ahead-in-north-texas-with-some-possible-storms-in-the-northeast-part-of-the-region/ | 2022-06-06T21:19:46Z |
SOMERSET, N.J., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While many people fear the loss of their normal routine during cancer treatment, it weighs significantly higher among men, according to a recent poll of 400 New Jersey residents.
The poll, conducted by MW Healthcare on behalf of ProCure Proton Therapy Center, found that 26 percent of men listed the loss of their normal routine as their biggest fear about cancer treatment, compared to 20 percent of women. The poll was completed in early 2022 and examined attitudes on access to cancer care.
"Cancer care is significantly more successful if patients get their routine health screenings, and yet CDC data indicates that men go to doctors about a third less than women," said Brian H. Chon, M.D., Medical Director at ProCure Proton Therapy Center. "Is it important to understand what is keeping men from seeking care and how we can address those barriers."
ProCure, based in Somerset, NJ, offers proton therapy as an effective cancer treatment with fewer side effects than traditional radiation – enabling most patients to maintain their normal schedules during treatment. Dr. Chon said 20% of their patients have prostate cancer – the most common cancer among men.
Dr. Chon suggests for men over 55 to have a prostate cancer screening (also called a PSA) at least once a year so that cancer can be detected at an earlier, more treatable stage. While a bigger gap existed for men who were concerned about disrupting their normal routine during cancer treatment, more women feared the possible side effects of cancer care (45 percent compared to 38 percent for men).
The full survey is available upon request.
ProCure Proton Therapy Center in Somerset, NJ, opened in March 2012 as the tri-state region's first proton therapy facility, treating a range of cancers including disease of the prostate, breast, lung, brain, head and neck, and gastrointestinal system, as well as sarcomas and many pediatric cases. Using the most advanced radiation treatment available ProCure has treated more than 6,000 patients and enables many cancer patients to choose a non-surgical treatment personalized to their medical needs and lifestyles, often with fewer side effects and less downtime—giving them more freedom to enjoy what matters most in their lives. For more information, visit ProCure.com.
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Airlines have canceled more than 3,500 U.S. flights this weekend and delayed thousands more, citing weather in Florida and other issues.
FlightAware, a website that tracks flights, noted major disruptions at several Florida airports, including in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa and Orlando, as well as Baltimore, New York and other airports around the country. JetBlue, Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Frontier, Spirit and American Airlines were most affected, according to FlightAware, with JetBlue and Spirit canceling one-third of Sunday’s scheduled flights. Local news reported storms in Florida on Saturday. Several airlines said Sunday that operations are returning to normal.
The spate of cancellations arrived as air travel is rebounding from the pandemic, with strong demand for spring-break flights. People on social media complained about waiting on hold or in lines for hours to get their canceled flights rescheduled and being stranded for days.
“Severe weather in the Southeast and multiple air traffic control delay programs have created significant impacts on the industry,” a JetBlue spokesperson said in an email. “Today’s cancellations will help us reset our operation and safely move our crews and aircraft back in to position.”
Southwest Airlines also cited “weather and airspace congestion” Saturday in Florida, as well as a “technology issue.” It canceled about 1,000 flights over the weekend but said that as of 1 p.m. Eastern, it had no more cancellations on Sunday.
American said Florida weather Saturday affected its operations, and it was recovering today.
Alaska Airlines seemed to be dealing with a separate issue. The airline said Sunday that weekend flight cancellations that began Friday have affected more than 37,000 customers and, further cancellations were possible. The airline declined to say why it canceled flights, but referred in its statement to contract negotiations with its pilots. Off-duty pilots picketed in several U.S. cities Friday over stalled negotiations. They have been without a new contract for three years.
“Alaska Airlines failed to properly plan for increased travel demand and take the steps necessary to ensure it attracted and retained pilots,” the pilots union said in a Friday press release | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/airlines-cancel-more-than-3300-us-flights-over-weekend/ | 2022-04-03T23:33:28Z |
DALLAS (KDAF) — The city you decide to settle down in is important, especially when you’re buying a home. Will the city evolve with the times? Will your house increase its value over time?
All are important questions to ask. A new factor people are now considering when buying a home is the city’s eco-friendliness. Which cities are the most ideal for building a greener home?
A new report from Lawn Love investigated this topic. Officials look at 17 different metrics to measure a city’s eco-friendliness potential, including the number of existing green homes, and laws and limitations related to composting and water use.
We all know the next question. Which city is the best for building your own eco-conscious home? Unsurprisingly, that honor goes to Austin.
Texas’ weirdest city ranked 4th in the nation for self-sustaining homes, citing some of the best access to contractors and some of the best contractor prices in the nation.
How did other Texas cities do? Here’s how they ranked:
- Houston – 13
- Dallas – 14
- El Paso – 32
- Midland – 51
- McKinney – 73
- Plano – 76
- Irving – 77
- Fort Worth – 78
- Lubbock – 83
- Frisco – 91
- Denton – 93
- Amarillo – 98
- Arlington – 102
- McAllen – 109
- Grand Prairie – 119
- Brownsville – 122
- Laredo – 132
- Garland – 133
- Corpus Christi – 136
- Mesquite – 154
- Killeen – 155
- Pasadena – 174
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New stackable offerings give universities greater choice and customization, with core bundle of industry-leading technology and services beginning at 35% revenue share
2U and edX announce new incentives to encourage universities to lower tuition in drive for greater affordability
LANHAM, Md., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), the parent company of leading global online learning platform edX, today announced a significant update to its partnership model as part of its transition to a platform company, unveiling new revenue share options that give universities greater flexibility, as well as new tools to assist partners in lowering the tuition of their online degree programs at their discretion.
"As we embrace our future as a platform company under the edX brand, we're taking bold and important steps to support our university partners in transforming their institutions, expanding access, and helping bring down the cost of higher education," said 2U Co-Founder and CEO Christopher "Chip" Paucek. "Higher education is at an inflection point, with learners demanding more flexibility and better ROI. 2U and edX strongly believe that greater affordability is better for students, better for universities, better for the company, and critical to the future of higher education."
Over the past two years, digital transformation has moved from the periphery to the forefront of higher education, with institutions at various stages of building greater internal capacity for online learning. To meet universities where they are, 2U is shifting its one-size-fits-all model to a more customizable, platform-based approach that enables universities to design partnership packages that best fit their institution's needs.
The new model combines 2U's industry-leading technology and services with edX's flexible approach to degree support, including access to the edX marketplace and the opportunity to reach edX's global community of 45 million learners. Revenue share options begin at 35% for a core set of tech-enabled services and increase from there. Higher revenue share options give partners access to the company's full range of services and investment capital, similar to 2U's legacy model.
"Rice has been a long-term collaborative partner of both edX and 2U. We have found both organizations willing to flexibly engage with us on a range of issues as the world of online education evolves," said Former President of Rice University David Leebron. "I believe 2U's adoption of increasingly flexible arrangements in its partnerships will ultimately serve both students and universities well, and will foster an increased variety of student options that will open more opportunities to students from diverse backgrounds and at different points in their life and educational trajectories."
The foundation of the new partnership structure is a Core Degree Bundle that supports the end-to-end student journey, from a student's first moment of interest through graduation. At 35% revenue share, it includes program design and management, edX marketplace & organic marketing, prospect nurturing, ongoing student support, and 2U's Digital Campus & data analytics ecosystem. These services have been proven to deliver strong student persistence and high rates of degree completion.
Universities have the option to enhance the Core Degree Bundle with additional tech-enabled services including paid digital marketing, course development, and specialized support services, such as clinical placement and faculty training and development.
The Wisconsin School of Business at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is one of the first partners to leverage the combination of 2U and edX support, entering into a new partnership with the company to power a disruptively priced $24,000 Master of Business Analytics, as well as a MicroMasters® program on the Fundamentals of Business.
In addition to its new stackable offerings, 2U and edX announced today that they are exchanging revenue share points for tuition reduction in an effort to encourage new and existing partners to lower the cost of their online degree programs. For any degree partner that agrees to significantly reduce online tuition, 2U will reduce its share of program revenue.
While 2U and edX's university partners have sole responsibility for setting tuition rates for the 180+ online graduate degree programs the company supports, there is a common misperception that the company benefits financially from more expensive tuition. But in reality, the higher the tuition, the more expensive it is for 2U to market a program and attract students. As tuition goes up, student demand goes down, which leads to even higher marketing costs that are shouldered by 2U under its partnership model, not the university. Data clearly shows that tuition reductions remove one of the largest barriers to educational attainment, enabling more qualified learners to enroll and achieve their goals.
About 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU)
For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.
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MIAMI, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Infra Build Holdings, LLC ("IBH"), an SMC Infrastructure Partners ("SMC") company, has partnered with management to recapitalize Fort Lauderdale, FL-based Hypower, LLC ("Hypower"), a critical infrastructure electrical contractor focused primarily on serving owners and operators of aviation, electrification, energy transition, telecom, and transportation assets. The transaction closed on April 8th, 2022. Post-closing, Hypower CEO Bernard Paul-Hus will continue to lead the principal operations of Hypower.
SMC, IBH, and Hypower management were supported by capital contributions from debt funds managed by IFM Investors ("IFM"), as part of a $1.2 billion dual-purpose financing partnership. The financing partnership currently consists of (i) acquisition financing provided by IFM and equity provided by SMC and IBH, together totaling over $150 million, as well as $1 billion of envisioned support from IFM for design-build-finance ("DBF") or otherwise related privately financed infrastructure projects promoted, constructed, and maintained by IBH or its subsidiaries.
IBH also recently recapitalized Miami, FL-based infrastructure paving contractor General Asphalt ("GA"), partnering with management on a similar basis. General Asphalt and Hypower are recognized leaders in specialized infrastructure construction and maintenance in South Florida and beyond. The two companies have partnered together on key infrastructure projects for over 30 years, with a specific focus on the aviation surface subsector.
Hypower CEO Bernard Paul-Hus commented, "In recent years, we have periodically considered looking for a strategic partner to support Hypower in expanding to a new level of scale. SMC and IBH together presented the integrated blend of construction experience, infrastructure asset knowledge, industry relationships, and overall credibility for which we had been searching. SMC's vision for IBH, highly attractive capital partnership with IFM, and ability to transact seamlessly and without disrupting Hypower's surety provider proved to be exactly as advertised. The combination of Lauro Bravar's experience and the IBH management team's track record with Hypower's decades-long commercial relationship with General Asphalt only further enhanced our desire to become part of the IBH group. We are enthusiastic about working with SMC, IBH, GA, and future IBH platforms to redefine specialized infrastructure construction and maintenance in South Florida and across the United States."
SMC Chairman & CEO Aaron Richardson said, "We are incredibly excited to partner with the Paul-Hus family and IFM to support the next phase of growth and strategic expansion for Hypower. We are steadfast believers in Bernard and the Hypower management team's ability to accelerate growth while maintaining their track record of outstanding performance. Hypower's diverse set of specialized and complementary capabilities across fast-growing critical infrastructure end markets, especially related to energy transition and electrification projects, will serve as key drivers for IBH's long-term value creation plan."
Lauro Bravar, CEO of IBH remarked, "Hypower represents a highly compelling addition for IBH. While Hypower will remain active in the sectors where it has been traditionally present, IBH intends to support Hypower's pursuit of an expanded range of opportunities around larger, more complex infrastructure projects via alternative delivery methodologies, like Design & Build, Progressive D&B, and Design-Build-Finance with the support of IFM. We are enthusiastic about the future for IBH and for all our employees and business partners."
"IFM is delighted to work with SMC, IBH, and Hypower to support their growth and increase private infrastructure investment across the growing IBH footprint. Energy transition and sustainability are key focus sectors for IFM and we look forward to working on future acquisition financings and DBF opportunities with the team," said Matt Wade, Executive Director of Debt Investments for North America at IFM Investors.
Hypower was exclusively advised by CCG Advisors, an Atlanta, GA-based investment banking firm, and received legal counsel from Greenberg Traurig, P.A. IFM was counseled by Baker Botts L.L.P. SMC and IBH were represented by Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP and Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders LLP.
Hypower, based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, having completed projects in 38 states and with over 400 employees, is a best-in-class critical infrastructure electrical contractor serving a diverse base of leading institutional public and private customers across the aviation, electrification, energy transition, telecom, and transportation markets. Hypower is the nation's largest provider of installation and maintenance services for airfield lighting and electrical systems, as well as a market leader in the digital infrastructure, solar, and railroad electrical construction sectors. Hypower is a recognized multidisciplinary expert across its suite of core competencies on a national scale.
IBH is a Miami, FL-based diversified infrastructure construction and heavy maintenance platform, established in 2021 by SMC Infrastructure Partners. IBH is led by CEO Lauro Bravar, formerly CEO of OHL USA, Inc. Today, IBH represents more than $250M in consolidated revenue and nearly 900 employees. IBH anticipates approaching the $500 million revenue threshold on a run-rate basis by year-end 2022, supported by near-term organic and high-visibility acquisitive growth initiatives.
SMC Infrastructure Partners, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Miami, FL with offices in New York, NY and Columbus, OH, is a strategic acquirer, developer, and long-term owner-operator of mission-critical infrastructure support businesses. SMC's world-class specialized team of over 20 professionals together possess over $250 billion and 400 years of combined experience, blending extensive technical infrastructure asset knowledge, deep corporate M&A and strategy capability, volumes of infrastructure finance and development experience, and a lengthy operational management track record within infrastructure construction and maintenance, enabling it to present a de-novo partnership and value creation proposition to founders and management teams.
IFM Investors is a global investment management firm and one of the largest infrastructure investors in the world. Established more than 25 years ago with the aim to protect and grow the long-term retirement savings of working people, IFM is owned by a group of Australian pension funds and manages approximately US$136 billion as of March 31st, 2022.
For additional inquiries regarding IBH, please contact gonzalo.peschiera@infra.build. For additional inquiries regarding SMC Infrastructure Partners, please contact charles.joerss@smcinfrapartners.com.
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WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) – World War II veteran Bob Reisser celebrated his 100th birthday with a special trip to the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum.
After a family party at the Elk Ridge Village, Reisser got a motorcycle escort by the American Legion to the museum where he was able to go inside planes that were used in the war.
“We got to go in the B-17. They said they’ve never had a 100-year-old get up in the cockpit before, and it’s no mean feat to get there,” family member Kurt Reisser told WOWT.
After the museum, Reisser was flown home on a helicopter provided by Dreamweaver Organization.
People Reisser loves and knows came from all over the country just to help celebrate this milestone birthday.
His grandson is especially proud of Reisser’s accomplishments and the time he spent in the military.
“I actually carry his same name,” Wesley said. “And so, it’s a great honor to. He inspired me to service. I’m not in the military but I’m in the state department and just trying to carry his great example which I try to do all my life.”
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PITTSBURGH, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to help people who wanted to decrease the size of their mid section and feel better about themselves so we created this." said inventors from New York "My design offers a comfortable and practical approach to shapewear."
The patent-pending invention provides a slim look to the midsection for wearers to look better and feel more confident. As a result helps flatten stomach making it easier for clothes to fit. New design improves the silhouette and body shape while still being comfortable and breathable.
The original design was submitted to the Long Island sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-LJD-159, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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US agency acknowledges damage to dinosaur tracks in Utah
MOAB, Utah (AP) — Dinosaur tracks from 112 million years ago have been damaged in southeastern Utah by heavy machinery used to rebuild a boardwalk at the popular tourist area. The U.S. Bureau of Land Management in a recently released report says the damage at the Mill Canyon Dinosaur Tracksite is minor but some footprints had fractures around the rims. The agency in the report says the project should be reevaluated, the area clearly marked and work crews briefed on where they can and can’t go. The site is considered among the most important dinosaur track areas in the nation, containing tracks from at least 10 different species. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-utah/2022/04/02/us-agency-acknowledges-damage-to-dinosaur-tracks-in-utah/ | 2022-04-02T19:11:35Z |
Practice joins Affordable Care's national network of supported dental practices
- Patients at the new practice benefit from special offers
- Variety of payment options including financing and insurance available
SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The new Affordable Dentures & Implants practice in Sacramento, California, located at 6035 Florin Road in Florin Towne Centre, is now open. The practice joins the nation's largest provider network of dental practices – supported by Affordable Care – that focus exclusively on tooth replacement services.
From extractions and partial or full custom-made dentures to dental implants, including implant-secured dentures, Affordable Dentures & Implants in Sacramento offers quality, affordable tooth replacement care. The practice features an on-site dental lab, along with the latest state-of-the-art technology, including a CBCT scanner for a more accurate image of a patient's mouth. In addition, Affordable Dentures & Implants practices provide a variety of sedation options.
Ernesto Delgado Perez, DDS, General Dentist, and the Affordable Dentures & Implants team in Sacramento are proud to offer professional and compassionate care to patients. The practice is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, including the practice's enhanced COVID-19 safety protocols, or to schedule an appointment, visit the practice website or call 916-239-6955.
About Affordable Dentures & Implants®
Affordable Dentures & Implants practices make tooth replacement affordable for everyone. Founded in 1975 in Kinston, North Carolina, Affordable Dentures & Implant practices form the largest network of dental providers in the U.S., solely focused on tooth replacement solutions -- including dentures, dental implants, and fixed arch solutions -- with more than 400 locations across 42 states. The mission of Affordable Dentures & Implants practices is to provide a smile for every budget, delivered with compassion, dignity and respect. Visit affordabledentures.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About Affordable Care
Affordable Care is America's largest dental support organization exclusively focused on tooth replacement services. Our team proudly supports more than 400 affiliated dental practices, including Affordable Dentures & Implants, DDS Dentures + Implant Solutions and Advanced Dental Implant Center, in 42 states by providing innovative, non-clinical business and administrative support services to assist affiliated dental practices in providing their patients with access to high-quality, affordable tooth replacement solutions. More than 8 million patients have received care at an Affordable Care-supported dental practice. Visit affordablecare.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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CLEVELAND, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Technological innovation is transforming the global material handling equipment industry. This trend and more are discussed in the new study Global Material Handling Equipment. As companies around the world confront a variety of workforce challenges and face intensifying competition, they are increasingly turning to newly developed material handling technologies. The automated guided vehicles (AGVs) segment has seen particularly impressive innovation gains in recent years, sparking increased interest:
- In March 2022, Gaussin unveiled the world's first hydrogen-power automated guided vehicle, which will be used in port applications
- JBT unveiled a groundbreaking AGV for warehouse freezer applications (an underserved market) in April 2021, and the machine can operate -10F and 110F and offers a lift capacity of 2500lb
- In March 2022, Flux Power introduced its advanced C48 Lithium-Ion battery pack for AGVs and automated mobile robots (AMRs), which is easier to service than predecessors and offers lower ownership costs, longer run times, and sustained high performance
With the introduction of these and other more capable models, manufacturers are greatly strengthening the capabilities of new models by incorporating a variety of advanced technologies. While some improvements are targeted, others fundamentally changes with a particular machinery is capable of. As companies face worker shortages, high labor costs, worker retention issues, and the limited availability of skilled operators, they will increasingly turn to AGVs and other advanced material handling equipment.
About the Freedonia Group - The Freedonia Group, a division of MarketResearch.com, is the premier international industrial research company, providing our clients with product analyses, market forecasts, industry trends, and market share information. From one-person consulting firms to global conglomerates, our analysts provide companies with unbiased, reliable industry market research and analysis to help them make important business decisions. With over 100 studies published annually, we support over 90% of the industrial Fortune 500 companies. Find off-the-shelf studies at https://www.freedoniagroup.com/ or contact us for custom research: +1 440.842.2400.
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The Company recently signed on a leading beverage distributor in Florida who is loading up for a product launch
WESTON, Fla., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Grail Technology (OTC: GOGY) www.GoldenGrailBeverages.com is a fast-growing company with a strategic mission to innovate, build and streamline the growth of its beverage portfolio through fiscally responsible investing is pleased to announce Exclusive Brands Group (EBG), who recently signed on as a leading Florida distributor, has purchased over 50% of the company's first production run of Sketch Can by Tickle Water. EBG will be distributing the brands to upscale resorts, family friendly hotels, supermarkets, natural grocers, yacht clubs, beach community stores, popular retail chains and more.
Golden Grail has delivered on their mission to build and streamline their growth by acquiring distressed beverage brands, conducting a series of operational assessments, producing and selling. Golden Grail announced their acquisition of Tickle Water on February 15, 2022, soon thereafter they vowed to market responsibly to our youth, hired the former Creative Director of Tickle Water, developed the first ever 'Sketch Can' by Tickle Water, started production in June and now has a purchase order.
"In under 6 months our team was able to negotiate and finalize a fiscally responsible acquisition of a popular kids brand, Tickle Water, streamline our internal process of assessing the brand and determining what needs to be updated to address today's modern consumer's needs, set up production and then secure a purchase order, all while conducting several other acquisitions, setting up other production runs and advancing our other brands. I am so incredibly proud of our team's accomplishments and efficiencies. We are all excited to be getting into sales and distribution, as we know each of our brands have already had proven sales. We are relaunching them with more experience and monetary disciplines. Golden Grail Beverages is on track to be a great success story," said Steven Hoffman, CEO, Golden Grail Tech Beverages.
Golden Grail Technology (OTC: GOGY) www.GoldenGrailBeverages.com is a fast-growing company with a strategic mission to innovate, build and streamline the growth of its beverage portfolio through fiscally responsible investing. The company targets brands that have a proven sales history, loyal consumer following, retail presence and strong value proposition who need assistance to get to the next few levels. Golden Grail has been actively acquiring brands within emerging and growing beverage categories. Our robust product offerings include Spider Energy Drink, Trevi Fruit Essence Water, Tickle Water for kids, Sketch Can for Tweens, Cause Water & KOZ Water helping reduce global plastic pollution and Scorpion Energy Hemp/CBD.
After an acquisition, the company utilizes a series of operational technologies to apply its business expertise, fiscal techniques and various manufacturing processes know-how to improve the economics and performance of each brand while advancing marketing and distribution for its beverage brands. The company's focus on sophisticated management and development of beverage brands, coupled with its rapidly growing and recognizable portfolio of healthy, functional beverages sets Golden Grail apart as a leader in acquiring and advancing existing beverage brands.
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KOZ Water is a premium purified and pH balanced water packaged in completely plastic-free 12oz and 16oz cans. KOZ Water has had much success on Amazon and on the West Coast.
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Cause Water is Pristine Mountain Spring Water with a Cause
Cause Water has three key initiatives be a vessel for change, do your part and encouraging consumers to join the cause, by drinking Cause Water. A fully recyclable aluminum bottle and cap supports its core mission of plastic reduction and ocean preservation. Cause Water can be found in high-end, influential natural food stores along the West Coast.
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Tickle Water is a premium sparkling water company dedicated to providing honest and clean hydration. Tickle Water is the first sparkling water in the market created specifically for children, yet enjoyed by all ages, complete with delicious flavors and a recyclable can, making it the perfect beverage for any occasion. Every can of Tickle Water is simply made with premium sparkling water and natural flavors without artificial ingredients, sugar, sodium, or preservatives.
For more information visit http://www.drinkticklewater.com
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'Sketch Can' - The first and only 'sketch can' features a personalization space and a social media hash tag to invite Tickle fans to interact with the brand by drawing on the can and then sharing their custom can on Tik Tok. 'Sketch Can' provides kids with a brand they can call their own. It is a healthy premium sparkling water and natural flavors without artificial ingredients, sugar, sodium, or preservatives. 'Sketch Can' comes in a fully recyclable package, in two delicious flavors Watermelon and Sour Green Apple. Kids won't be able to resist the urge to sip and sketch.
Trevi Essence Water is a true clean-label beverage with a superior flavor that stays true to the fruit. Trevi has zero sugar, zero calories, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients, gluten free, vegan, kosher and diet friendly. Trevi comes in four delicious flavors Mango Orange, Coconut Lime, Peach and Grapefruit.
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Spider Energy Drink is packed with serious energy. This formula is the perfect balance of energy boosting B-vitamins, Taurine, Guarana, Ginseng, Key Levels of Amino Acids and herbal extracts. Made with 100% real sugar, Spider Energy is known as one of the best tasting with a fresh-citrus, smooth and refreshing flavor, without the medicinal aftertaste associated with most energy drinks.
For more information visit https://spiderenergydrink.com/
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PITTSBURGH, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be a device to provide professional truck drivers with advanced warning to a rollover danger," said an inventor, from East Cleveland, Ohio, "so I invented the T A S. My design could help to prevent a rollover accident from occurring."
The invention provides an effective way to prevent rollover accidents for tractor-trailers. In doing so, it enables the driver to react and make adjustments in a timely manner. As a result, it enhances safety and it helps to prevent costly damage. The invention features a reliable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for trucking companies and semi-truck drivers. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-AVZ-2021, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Normally a person receiving the sacrament of holy communion is not newsworthy. Millions upon millions of Christians receive communion weekly, others monthly, some even daily. It is one of the most sacred and moving parts of the life in Christ.
But not everybody receives communion in a service officiated by Pope Francis. Even such a worship service, however, is hardly newsworthy itself, except to the persons fortunate enough to be included.
But then not everybody who receives communion from Pope Francis is a person who has been denied the sacrament of holy communion by other archbishops in the worldwide Roman Catholic Church. And then again, not everybody who has been denied by others but received in a papal worship service is named Nancy Pelosi.
And so, the story is newsworthy because it is at the intersection of faith and politics and it involves two Roman Catholics who are admired by some and discounted by others. And the story is newsworthy because Rep. Pelosi, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, is an outspoken supporter of women’s health and a woman’s right to choose whether or not her health care choices should include abortion.
More than Catholic Pelosi’s support of a woman’s freedom of choice is the equally public condemnation of her by her own archbishop, who has told her she cannot receive the sacrament of holy communion as long as she so publicly advocates a position precisely opposite the teaching of her church.
But there is still more. Pope Francis, equally adamant that abortion is a sin, who is unwavering in his support of unborn life, also willingly accepted Speaker Pelosi to receive holy communion.
The real story is about the role of the priest when persons present themselves for the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper, having confessed their sin, and yet continuing to promulgate a position opposite that of the teaching of the church.
The conservative archbishops insist that a high-visibility political figure has a greater responsibility to adhere to church teaching. Thus, Pelosi (and President Biden) should be barred from the sacrament until they repent of their sinful position and stop using their power to promote abortion.
Pope Francis, by contrast, sees the role of the eucharist quite differently. He is reported to have said holy communion is “not a prize for the perfect but a powerful medicine and nourishment for the weak.” In this most recent service, with Speaker Pelosi in attendance, the Pope was obviously welcoming of her presence and of rightness of her receiving the sacrament.
The debate will not go away anytime soon. I will not draw conclusions about who is “right,” although I have my own leanings. From the United Methodist standpoint, our founder John Wesley understood holy communion to be a “converting” sacrament, which for him meant that all who called on Jesus were welcome. He believed the power of the sacrament itself was enough to melt hearts and change souls. | https://www.albanyherald.com/features/faith/creede-hinshaw-turning-communion-into-a-controversial-event/article_def46690-f87b-11ec-bca1-db20ef5d019a.html | 2022-06-30T23:48:52Z |
The premiere will be held at the legendary Hollywood Legion Theater on Wednesday, August 31st.
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Entertainment outlet TheWrap is collaborating with award-winning writer, director, producer, and actress Nell Teare for the premiere of her directorial film debut, Bolivar. Nell also stars in the film alongside veteran actor (and father of Chris Pine) Robert Pine, and FOX's 9-1-1 star, Tracie Thoms.
The premiere will be held at the Hollywood Legion Theater at 2035 North Highland Avenue on Wednesday, August 31st. Red carpet begins at 6:15pm, with the screening at 7:15pm, followed by a Q&A at 9:30pm.
A breathtaking accomplishment, Bolivar is an emotional drama that follows a woman named Maggie, as she deals with the devastating blow caused by the death of her mother. When Maggie's addict brother shows up to wreak havoc on her life, she is forced to make sense of a new reality that may not be what it seems.
The new film keeps with a consistent thread in Nell's past work - the exploration of the human condition. Stunning cinematography blends with the depth that Nell brings to her character, the result being a truly achingly beautiful examination of grief.
Hoping to inspire change through her films, Nell says, "Stories create the space for action. Behavior is influenced by understanding. Understanding the culture (collected stories) of a group of people using a focused curiosity is how I imagine a shift can be made. If we understand the 'why' we can set a new course for the 'how'. I believe that telling new stories is the only way to ensure that life and evolution can continue."
As a quadruple threat, Nell has worked in a diverse variety of creative mediums ranging from short films, book trailers, music videos, web series, and theatre productions. Her résumé boasts over 120 projects, including more than one dozen foreign language debuts for Netflix.
A native Texan, Nell graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. While there, she was cast in the original Broadway production of Memphis, which won the Tony Award for Best Musical. Now based in Los Angeles, Nell also directs book trailers for Film 14.
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Manchin says Republicans in ‘normal times’ would be supporting energy, health care bill
By Devan Cole and Daniella Diaz, CNN
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin argued Sunday that Republicans would in “normal times” support an energy and health care bill he recently negotiated with leaders of his party, saying the major piece of legislation addresses key areas the GOP has long championed.
“I think it’s a great piece of legislation and on normal times, my Republican colleagues would be for something such as this. We’ve basically paid down debt, (which) is what they want. We’ve accelerated permitting, which is what they want. And we’ve increased production of energy, which is what they want. We’ve done things that we should be doing together,” Manchin, who represents West Virginia, told CNN’s Jake Tapper on “State of the Union.”
Manchin said the bill he negotiated with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is not “inflammatory” despite some reports promoted by Republicans that show it could add to inflation and raise taxes.
“Well, we found that they were wrong. And people can be wrong, but how in the world can it be inflammatory?” Manchin told Tapper. “How can it add flames to inflation fires right now if you’re paying down debt?”
He added: “We’re doing everything we can to make sure we attack the problem. And these are solutions to the problems we have. So I know the ones playing politics with it.”
When Manchin and Schumer, a New York Democrat, announced the deal last week, it represented a breakthrough after more than a year of negotiations that have collapsed time and again.
Though many details have not been disclosed, the measure would invest $369 billion into energy and climate change programs, with the goal of reducing carbon emissions by 40% by 2030, according to a one-page fact sheet. It would also address the permitting of energy infrastructure, which could ease the path for a shale gas pipeline in West Virginia.
Manchin on Sunday was asked about getting fellow moderate Democratic Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s support for the legislation.
“Sen. Sinema is my dear friend. We work very close together on so many things, and she has so much in this piece of legislation. She’s formed quite a bit of and worked on it very hard. And with that, she’s brought down drug prices, she’s been very instrumental in letting Medicare go ahead and negotiate for lower drug prices,” Manchin said of the Arizona senator.
He added: “I think that basically when she looks at the bill and sees the whole spectrum of what we’re doing … hopefully she will be positive about it, but she’ll make her decision and I respect that.”
Manchin also said he hopes the legislation passes before the August recess, which is what Democratic leadership is hoping for.
The senator’s support is notable given his stance earlier this month that he “unequivocally” wouldn’t support the climate or tax provisions of the Democratic economic package, which appeared to torpedo any hope Democrats had of passing legislation to fight climate change in the near future. But he told Tapper on Sunday that he “never did walk away” from negotiations with Schumer.
“I never did walk away, but we reorganized the bill, if you will,” he said. “What we had before that, there were things in there that I considered and thought could be considered to be inflammatory. … Inflation is the greatest challenge we have in our country right now — around in my state and around the country. So that’s what we’re fighting.”
Republican Sen. Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania slammed the deal in a separate appearance later on “State of the Union,” arguing that it would negatively impact the US economy at a critical time.
“We haven’t seen any text, we don’t even know what it looks like. So this is a disaster. This is going to make our recession worse. It’s going to make inflation worse. It’s not gonna do any good. I am really surprised that Joe agreed to this,” he told Tapper.
This story has been updated to include additional information from the interview.
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Live updates: USFL semifinals from Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton
CANTON — After spending their entire 10-week regular season in the south — Birmingham, Alabama — the USFL headed north to the cradle of pro football for its entire postseason.
The USFL semifinals kick off today at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium right next door to the Hall of Fame and not too far from where the NFL was born a century ago at the Ralph Hay's Hupmobile in Downtown Canton.
Games kick off at 3 and 8 today. The winners meet next weekend in the USFL championship game, also at Benson Stadium. The Philadelphia Stars, New Jersey Generals, New Orleans Breakers and Birmingham Stallions are the league's final four coming together today in Canton.
Check back here later this afternoon and throughout the evening for live updates on the two games. Until then, here's what you need to know:
What time are the USFL playoff semifinal games today?
Game 1 is set to begin at approximately 3 p.m., featuring the Philadelphia Stars and New Jersey Generals. The second semifinal, at 8 p.m., features the New Orleans Breakers and Birmingham Stallions.
More USFL news:Football fans from Texas, Boston, Indiana coming to Canton for USFL playoffs, 'Super Bowl'
How to watch the Philadelphia Stars vs. New Jersey Generals USFL semifinal
The Stars-Generals game is on WJW Fox, starting at 3 p.m.
The Generals went 9-1 this season to share the league's top overall record and win the North Division, while the Stars went 6-4 to finish second in the North. The two teams met just a week ago with the Generals winning 26-23 behind three touchdown passes by QB Luis Perez.
The Generals feature six All-USFL players — RB Darius Victor, WR KaVontae Turpin (he also made it as a punt returner), OT Terry Poole, OG Garrett McGhin, DT Toby Johnson, and S Shalom Luani,
Two Stars made the all-league team, CB Channing Stribling and KR Maurice Alexander.
How to watch the New Orleans Breakers vs. Birmingham Stallions USFL semifinal
The Breakers-Stallions semifinal is on WKYC NBC at 8 p.m.,
The Stallions opened 8-0 on their way to a 9-1 season to win the South Division. The Breakers are 6-4 and finished second in the South.
The Stallions are represented by four All-USFL players — WR Victor Bolden Jr. (also all-league as a special teamer), OG Cameron Hunt, LB DeMarquis Gates, and K Brandon Aubrey
The Breakers have six all-league players — QB Kyle Sloter, TE Sal Cannella, C Jared Thomas, DE Davin Bellamy, DT Reggie Howard Jr., and LB Jerod Fernandez.
Who is the USFL MVP, Coach of the Year
Generals wide receiver-returner KaVontae Turpin was named the USFL Most Valuable Player. The award was determined by a vote of the league's eight coaches.
The coaches also selected New Jersey's Mike Riley as the league coach of the year.
League coaches selected two other awards — offensive player of the year went to Generals running Back Darius Victor and Houston Gamblers defensive end Chris Odom is the defensive player of the year.
When is the USFL championship game
Saturday's two winners will play for the USFL title on Sunday, July 3. The game is scheduled for to kick off at 7:30 p.m., with Fox televising.
Vince Lombardi Trophy on display:Pro Football Hall of Fame unveils Super Bowl 57 Lombardi Trophy for 2022 NFL season
USFL playoff tickets
Ticket are available at www.hofvillage.com/p/events/united-states-football-league. Tickets are $5 or $15 for youth (under 15) and $15 or $30 for adults for the semifinals. The title game tickets are $10 or $20 for youth and $20 or $40 for adults. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/sports/pro/2022/06/25/philadelphia-stars-new-jersey-generals-usfl-live-score-new-orleans-breakers-birmingham-stallions-tv/7723220001/ | 2022-06-25T11:07:25Z |
The round was led by Eight Roads Ventures with participation from F-Prime Capital and Together Fund.
Funds will be used to accelerate the company's mission to build the future of practice management for physical rehabilitation
DELAWARE, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spry, an end-to-end patient and practice management SaaS platform for physical therapists, today announced that it has successfully completed a new round of funding to accelerate its mission to build the future of practice management for physical rehabilitation. With this new round, the company has raised over US $10 million to date. The round was led by Eight Roads Ventures, with participation from F-Prime Capital and existing investor, Together Fund.
"Our mission from day one has been to create a patient-first, tech-driven solution that anticipates patient needs before they step into the physical therapist's clinic and guides them through the duration of the treatment" said Brijraj Bhuptani, CEO & Co-founder of Spry. "With our 25 member strong team, we have been able to build a new-age, reliable and trustworthy platform to enable physical therapists to manage an omnichannel practice and improve the quality of patient care. We look forward to working with our new investors, Eight Roads Ventures and F-Prime Capital, as we accelerate our mission to be the platform of choice for physical therapists globally."
Founded in 2021 by Ola's former chief technology officer, Brijraj Bhuptani, and Riyaz Rehman, Spry aims to democratize the accessibility and affordability of movement health through its full-stack digital health platform. It enables practitioners and owners of physical therapy centers to manage their clinical and administrative functions using a single tool. The platform supports a clinic's end-to-end operations, from patient intake to scheduling, communication, assessments, electronic medical records ('EMR'), revenue cycle management, home exercise plans, adherence tracking and patient lifecycle management.
There is an increased demand for physical therapy in the United States, Spry's key target market, with more consumers striving to adopt healthy and active lifestyles, a growing aging population and favourable payer policies that are reducing the need for prior physician authorization. Physical rehabilitation services in the U.S present a $56 billion opportunity, with outpatient demand contributing a significant percentage. Many physical therapists are also setting up their own private practices, giving them increased autonomy and the ability to personalize treatment.
New regulations have incentivized practice owners to adopt EMR solutions, and the inclusion by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to allow the reimbursement of remote physical therapy sessions has driven further adoption of new age practice management SaaS solutions.
"Spry's comprehensive and omnichannel platform is a very compelling value proposition to the growing number of physical therapy practices who aspire to provide a continuum of care to their patients, in-clinic and at home. We are very excited to partner with Brijraj, Riyaz and the team as they continue on their journey to revolutionize the physical rehabilitation industry." said Dr. Prem Pavoor, Senior Partner, Head of India & Healthcare Investments at Eight Roads Ventures.
Within a large market, Spry's solution enables physical therapists to efficiently manage their offline practice and compete online with direct-to-consumer digital therapy platforms. The self-assessment portal, which is unique to the platform, leverages computer vision technology to provide patients with a comprehensive assessment of their mobility and flexibility through auto-generated scorecards. This allows physical therapists to manage their time more effectively, as they can access a patient's scorecards in the initial appointment.
"Spry has built a game-changing physical rehabilitation platform that allows providers to streamline operations and increase revenue while delivering a collaborative and seamless experience for their patients," said Carl Byers, Partner, F-Prime Capital. "F-Prime strongly supports the team at Spry and is confident in their ability to execute on its mission."
Spry has a 25 team member strong team across both India and the U.S. In the coming months, the company aims to expand its team in India and the U.S, especially across its engineering and go-to-market functions.
"It's only been a few months since we announced our partnership with Brijraj & Riyaz, but in these few months, we have been thrilled to see Spry scale from being a grand vision to disrupting how movement health is delivered and now being live across multiple clinics in the U.S. Spry's product has inspired us to double down on our partnership, a product that not only provides immaculate value to physical therapists globally but is also truly loved by every stakeholder in the value chain." Manav Garg, Founder of Together Fund.
About Spry
Spry is a purpose built platform for the physical rehabilitation industry. It helps therapists streamline care delivery, increase patient inflow and reduce administrative costs while also helping patients improve outcomes by making it easy to understand and follow care plans. Spry has been able to achieve this by using physical rehabilitation specific workflows, advanced computer vision technology and new age product design paradigms. Further Information: http://sprypt.com/
About Eight Roads Ventures:
Eight Roads Ventures is a global venture capital firm backed by Fidelity, managing $7 billion of assets across offices in China, India, Japan, and the UK. Our 50-year history of investing includes partnerships with over 300 healthcare and technology companies. In May this year, Eight Roads launched its first dedicated US$250 million healthcare and life sciences fund for India. Eight Roads Ventures' India active and exited healthcare partner companies include Ashish Life Science, Caplin Steriles, Carestack, Cipla Health, Core Diagnostics, Denali Therapeutics, Doceree, eKincare, Eywa Pharma, Immuneel Therapeutics, Laurus Labs, Medwell Ventures, NOCD, Plasmagen Biosciences, Proximie, OZiva, PharmEasy, Richcore Lifesciences, Specsmakers, Spry, Toothsi, Trivitron Healthcare and Ujala Cygnus.
Further information: https://eightroads.com
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Reorg Restructuring Risk Index (RRRI™) Scores All U.S. Publicly Traded Companies by Probability of Entering a Future Restructuring Process
NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reorg, the leading global provider of credit data, analytics and intelligence, announced today that for the first time, the proprietary Reorg Restructuring Risk Index (or RRRI), will become available to Reorg subscribers exclusively through Credit Cloud by Reorg. Subscribers will be able to search and screen U.S. publicly traded companies by their probability of entering a future restructuring process.
Determining Restructuring Risk
The RRRI leverages Machine Learning (ML) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) to classify and extract data from publicly available documents and press releases such as annual reports, earnings updates, M&A activity and staff changes. The data science model sorts these numerous documents, identifies patterns and provides a scoring mechanism to predict the likelihood of U.S. publicly traded companies filing for bankruptcy. The model is trained off of Reorg's unique historical database of in- and out-of-court restructuring events and all public disclosures leading up to those restructuring events.
The RRRI provides a score that reflects the probability of any U.S. public company filing for bankruptcy, with scores ranging from 0 to 100; 0 meaning least likely and 100 meaning a chapter 11 filing is imminent.
Highlights of the RRRI include:
- Data points on more than 2,000 public companies, including a library of past and ongoing updates to RRRI values.
- Continuous updates of RRRI via analysis of hundreds of company financial statements and documents including SEC filings (8-K, 10-K, 10-Q, etc.), press releases and transcripts over a rolling look-back period.
- Qualitative industry expertise from Reorg internal experts in the restructuring field paired with cutting-edge data science technology.
Launched in April, Credit Cloud by Reorg is a self-service data and analytics platform providing differentiated data and workflow tools to professionals in the restructuring and leveraged finance markets. Reorg's Restructuring Risk Index is a proprietary Reorg score that can only be accessed in Credit Cloud. With the RRRI, Credit Cloud now provides a powerful signal, based on volumes of unstructured data and specialized expertise, as to what the market can expect from its public companies.
The addition of the RRRI into the Credit Cloud offering continues to build upon Reorg's existing solutions in the leveraged finance, high-yield and distressed debt markets, which together offer a comprehensive platform providing one-stop access for market participants.
Reorg's product range includes data, analysis and intelligence on high-yield and distressed credits across North America and Latin America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Reorg also offers specialist Covenants analyses, First Day intelligence and data, and M&A analysis.
About Reorg
Founded in 2013, Reorg has fundamentally changed the way financial and legal professionals access complex and opaque business information. Our unique editorial approach combines reporting with financial and legal analysis to provide a holistic view of topical situations and delivers that view in real time through our proprietary platform, which is powered by machine learning and natural language processing. Today, with offices on three continents, Reorg serves more than 25,000 professionals across the world's leading hedge funds, asset managers, investment banks, law firms, professional services, advisors and corporations so they can make better business, investment and advisory decisions. To learn more, visit Reorg.com.
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Pioneer of the networked Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) industry joins first-in-class leader NovaCHARGE at a key inflection point in company's growth
ORLANDO, Fla., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the doors of EPRI's three-day Electrification 2022 International Conference & Exposition swing open today in Charlotte, NC, EVSE leader NovaCHARGE announced that Praveen K. Mandal is joining their already well-established executive team as Chief Technology Officer.
Mandal's list of achievements in the EV space is considered remarkable, including four stints in the C-suites of Volta Charging, 2predict, Pipal Systems, and ChargePoint. In addition, he has been the technology leader for startup companies in telecom and large-scale, high-performance (HPC) computing systems that have accrued more than $1 billion in revenue during his tenure.
When reached at Electrification 2022 in Charlotte, Mandal volunteered to answer the two key questions industry watchers are asking: 'Why NovaCHARGE and why now?' He responded simply, "I've known and have worked with the key leadership team at NovaCHARGE for many years in the past. I believe that their vision of a decarbonized EV future can be fully realized with their extensive product line as well as other hardware and software innovations on their drawing boards. Their recent expansion in Central America is another signal pointing to what will certainly be a world-class company."
Mandal continued, "As for why now? Consumers, manufacturers, legislators, regulators, and others know that if we don't accelerate the strategic adoption of EVs and related supply equipment we risk falling into the 'chasm' where technologies go to die. I know it is a cliché, but it is very near to 'now or never' if we are to hurdle that potential chasm. Software, Data, and AI will lead the effort to this decarbonized future, all part of NovaCHARGE's innovation portfolio."
Oscar Rodriguez, chairman and CEO of NovaCHARGE adds, "We feel very fortunate to have Praveen join us at this extraordinary time in the company's development. I have worked directly with him in the past and know he will be a key player in our growth and recognition as a leader in reaching aggressive targets for deep decarbonization that are customer-focused and scalable."
Click here for more information on the Electrification 2022 event. If you are attending, please stop by the NovaCHARGE booth #1323.
About NovaCHARGE, Inc.:
NovaCHARGE, Inc., founded in 2008, is a nationally recognized technology manufacturer and turnkey systems integrator of electric vehicle (EV) hardware and cloud software. NovaCHARGE offers innovative EV charging solutions and boasts open standards, in both its next generation ChargeUP Network and NC7000 and NC8000 Level 2 hardware lines. As a leading provider of EV networked charging solutions, NovaCHARGE has architected successful deployments for thousands of businesses across the United States. NovaCHARGE is headquartered in Orlando, Florida. ChargeUP is a trademark property of NovaCHARGE, Inc. For more information, visit www.NovaCHARGE.net.
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Star of the Hit Series 'Bling Empire" Promotes Byrna Non-Lethal Self-Defense Products for Self-Reliant Independent Women
ANDOVER, Mass., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Byrna Technologies Inc. ("Byrna" or "the Company") (Nasdaq: BYRN) today announced that the Company will be collaborating with Christine Chiu, the executive producer and star of the Netflix reality TV series Bling Empire. Through her social media platforms, Christine will build awareness among her many followers of the non-lethal, self-defense options available to them, including Byrna's line of personal self-defense products.
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To launch the collaboration, the company worked with Ms. Chiu to create a testimonial video that will be shared across Christine Chiu's social media platforms. The video will be followed by ongoing reminders to Christine's fan base on the importance of being vigilant when it comes to protecting one's family, home and business.
"As a successful businesswoman with high visibility, I am concerned about the dramatic increase in violent crime. I am often approached by strangers, which, in these uncertain times, can be very unsettling," commented Chiu. "With the Byrna in my purse, I feel safe. I love my Byrna more than I had anticipated. The Byrna SD personal security device provides safe, reliable and effective protection for me and my family. By temporarily incapacitating an attacker, the Byrna gives you time to get out of harm's way and call for help - all without the risk of taking someone's life or causing permanent injury."
"We are extremely excited to partner with Christine" commented Byrna Chief Marketing & Revenue Officer Luan Pham. "She has completely embraced Byrna's "Live Safe" mantra. We believe that to "live safe" one must be prepared to defend oneself and one's family and that means having a personal self-defense game plan. As has been proven time and time again, those who are properly prepared stand a much better chance of thwarting an attacker and of protecting themselves, their homes and their loved ones. As we say at Byrna – You are your own first responder."
Known as the "Un-Gun," the Byrna pneumatic launcher shoots chemical irritant projectiles (tear gas + pepper) and kinetic rounds, both of which can incapacitate an assailant for up to 30 minutes from as much as 60 feet away. The Un-Gun is not classified by the federal government as a firearm and thus does not require a background check or special permit to own. The Un-Gun is also travel-friendly to all 50 states and is TSA-approved in checked luggage.
"My favorite feature of the Byrna 'Un-Gun' is that indirect shots can be just as effective as direct shots," remarked Chiu. "It's so easy to use that anyone can protect themselves, even if they are not a good shot."
The list of Byrna Nation's supporters continues to grow at an astounding pace. There are actors, entertainers, sports figures, private security professionals, law enforcement personnel and most importantly, hundreds of thousands of ordinary, everyday people who have taken the decision to protect themselves and their families with the non-lethal technology provided by Byrna Technologies. The newest Byrna "hero" is woman, mother and business entrepreneur Christine Chiu.
Byrna is a technology company, specializing in the development, manufacture, and sale of innovative non-lethal personal security solutions. For more information on the Company, please visit the corporate website here or the Company's investor relations site here. The Company is the manufacturer of the Byrna® SD personal security device, a state-of-the-art handheld CO2 powered launcher designed to provide a non-lethal alternative to a firearm for the consumer, private security, and law enforcement markets. To purchase Byrna products, visit the Company's e-commerce store.
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the securities laws. All statements contained in this news release, other than statements of current and historical fact, are forward-looking. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans," "expects," "intends," "will," "anticipates," and "believes" and statements that certain actions, events or results "may," "could," "would," "should," "might," "occur," or "be achieved," or "will be taken." Forward-looking statements include descriptions of currently occurring matters which may continue in the future. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to the implication that association with Christine Chiu will build public awareness of Byrna's products. Forward-looking statements are not, and cannot be, a guarantee of future results or events. Forward-looking statements are based on, among other things, opinions, assumptions, estimates, and analyses that, while considered reasonable by the Company at the date the forward-looking information is provided, inherently are subject to significant risks, uncertainties, contingencies, and other factors that may cause actual results and events to be materially different from those expressed or implied.
Any number of risk factors could affect our actual results and cause them to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements in this news release, including, but not limited to, negative publicity, or other factors. The order in which these factors appear should not be construed to indicate their relative importance or priority. We caution that these factors may not be exhaustive; accordingly, any forward-looking statements contained herein should not be relied upon as a prediction of actual results. Investors should carefully consider these and other relevant factors, including those risk factors in Part I, Item 1A, ("Risk Factors") in our most recent Form 10-K, should understand it is impossible to predict or identify all such factors or risks, should not consider the foregoing list, or the risks identified in our SEC filings, to be a complete discussion of all potential risks or uncertainties, and should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, except as required by applicable law.
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- First Street Foundation today released their peer-reviewed extreme heat model along with the implications highlighted in The Sixth National Risk Assessment: Hazardous Heat. The report identifies the impact of increasing temperatures at a property level, and how the frequency, duration, and intensity of extremely hot days will change over the next 30 years from a changing climate. The Foundation's analysis combines high-resolution measurements of land surface temperatures, canopy cover, impervious surfaces, land cover, and proximity to water to calculate the current heat exposure, and then adjusts for future forecasted emissions scenarios. This allows for the determination of the number of days any property would be expected to experience dangerous levels of heat.
The model highlights the local impacts of climate change by identifying the seven hottest days expected for any property this year, and using that metric to calculate how many of those days would be experienced in 30 years. The most severe shift in local temperatures is found in Miami-Dade County where the 7 hottest days, currently at 103°F, will increase to 34 days at that same temperature by 2053. Across the country, on average, the local hottest 7 days are expected to become the hottest 18 days by 2053.
In the case of extreme heat, the model finds 50 counties, home to 8.1 million residents, that are expected to experience temperatures above 125°F in 2023, the highest level of the National Weather Services' heat index. By 2053, 1,023 counties are expected to exceed this temperature, an area that is home to 107.6 million Americans and covers a quarter of the US land area. This emerging area, concentrated in a geographic region the Foundation calls the "Extreme Heat Belt," stretches from the Northern Texas and Louisiana borders to Illinois, Indiana, and even into Wisconsin.
"Increasing temperatures are broadly discussed as averages, but the focus should be on the extension of the extreme tail events expected in a given year," said Matthew Eby, founder and CEO of First Street Foundation. "We need to be prepared for the inevitable, that a quarter of the country will soon fall inside the Extreme Heat Belt with temperatures exceeding 125°F and the results will be dire."
The peer-reviewed First Street Foundation Extreme Heat Model will now be incorporated with Risk Factor for every property in the contiguous United States. Visitors to Risk Factor will find their Heat Factor alongside their Flood Factor and Fire Factor and can learn the specific risks to their property, today and up to 30 years into the future.
First Street Foundation First Street Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) research and technology group working to define America's growing climate risk.
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WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) announced that the Ball Aluminum Cup™ was named a Gold winner by the 2022 Edison Awards in the field of Consumer Solutions: Sustainability. Established in 1987, the prestigious Edison Awards honor and foster innovation and innovators that have a positive impact on the world.
Receiving an Edison Award has become one of the highest accolades denoting innovative success. The Ball Aluminum Cup was selected as a winner by expert reviewers from around the world who assessed more than 350 nominations.
Infinitely recyclable and economically valuable, aluminum is the most sustainable beverage packaging material, and like aluminum cans, aluminum cups can be easily recycled. In fact, 75 percent of the aluminum ever produced is still in use today and aluminum cans, cups and bottles can be recycled and back on a store shelf within 60 days. Additionally, the Ball Aluminum Cup is now composed of 90% recycled content, the highest recycled content rate of any beverage packaging in its category.
"We're thrilled that the infinitely recyclable Ball Aluminum Cup has been recognized by the Edison Awards as a sustainable consumer solution," said Dan Fisher, President and CEO-elect of Ball. "This recognition affirms the Ball Aluminum Cup's position as both a leader in its category and a simple way for consumers to live more sustainably. It's our mission to use our aluminum beverage packaging expertise to provide customers and consumers with the sustainable solutions they need to do right by the planet, and we're excited to continue delivering on that promise."
"We are incredibly proud of the impact the Edison Awards winners continue to make in the global marketplace," said Frank Bonafilia, Executive Director of Edison Awards. "It shows that no matter what the circumstances, great minds are always striving to create new innovations to better the world. The 2022 Edison Awards winners are the best of the best. Congratulations to the innovation teams behind all these amazing products and services."
Ball, a leading global provider of infinitely recyclable aluminum beverage packaging, designed the lightweight aluminum cups, now available in multiple sizes, to bring beverage packaging circularity to sports and entertainment venues in response to growing consumer preference for more sustainable products. The cups are currently available for purchase on Amazon and from major retailers, and they are also helping drive sustainability at major sports & entertainment venues across the U.S., including Ball Arena, SoFi Stadium, Climate Pledge Arena, Mercedes Benz Stadium, Allegiant Stadium, Raymond James Stadium and Hard Rock Stadium.
For more information about the Ball Aluminum Cup, visit https://www.ball.com/aluminumcups.
Ball Corporation supplies innovative, sustainable aluminum packaging solutions for beverage, personal care and household products for customers, as well as aerospace and other technologies and services primarily for the U.S. government. Ball Corporation and its subsidiaries employ 24,300 people worldwide and reported 2021 net sales of $13.8 billion. For more information, visit www.ball.com, or connect with us on Facebook or Twitter.
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GREENBELT, Md., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On behalf of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), NASA has selected two firms for the Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO) Spacecraft Phase A Study. These contracted firms will help meet the objectives of NOAA's GeoXO Program.
The firms selected are Lockheed Martin Space of Littleton, Colorado, and Maxar Space LLC of Palo Alto, California. The total value of each of these ten-month firm-fixed-price contracts is approximately $5 million. The work will be performed at the contractors' facilities.
The principal purpose of these contracts is to provide a definition-phase study of a GeoXO spacecraft. The selected firms will develop the spacecraft concept, mature necessary technologies, and help define the spacecraft's potential performance, risks, costs, and development schedule. The results of the study will be used to set performance requirements for the spacecraft implementation contract, which is planned for award in 2024.
NOAA operates a constellation of geostationary environmental satellites to protect life and property across the United States. The GeoXO Program is the follow-on to the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites – R (GOES-R) Series Program. The GeoXO satellites plan to improve upon the imagery provided by the GOES-R Series, continue lightning mapping observations, and introduce new technologies, including hyperspectral infrared sounding, ocean color, and atmospheric composition instruments.
NOAA is currently planning a three-satellite GeoXO operational constellation. Spacecraft in the current GOES-East and GOES-West positions will carry an imager, lightning mapper, and ocean color instrument, and a centrally-located spacecraft will carry a sounder and atmospheric composition instrument. This constellation can also accommodate a partner payload on the spacecraft flying in the central location.
NOAA's GeoXO satellite system is the groundbreaking mission that will advance Earth observations from geostationary orbit. The mission will supply vital information to address major environmental challenges of the future in support of weather, ocean, and climate operations in the United States. The GeoXO mission will continue and expand observations provided by the GOES-R series of satellites. GeoXO will bring new capabilities to address emerging environmental issues and challenges that threaten the security and well-being of every American. NOAA is working to ensure these critical observations are in place by the early 2030s when the GOES-R Series nears the end of its operational lifetime.
The GeoXO mission is a collaborative partnership between NOAA and NASA. NOAA funds, operates, and manages the mission, and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, manages the acquisition of the Phase A Formulation contracts.
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NEW ORLEANS, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Entergy will host its 2022 Analyst Day conference on Thursday, June 16, in New York City. Chairman of the board and chief executive officer Leo Denault and members of Entergy's executive management team plan to discuss our strategy to help customers meet their reliability, affordability and sustainability goals.
We invite you to listen to a live audio webcast of the meeting beginning at 12:30 p.m. ET on Entergy's Investor Relations website at entergy.com/investors. Presentation materials will be made available on the Entergy Investor Relations page after market close Wednesday, June 15, and a replay of the audio webcast will also be available by accessing the same link mentioned above.
Entergy (NYSE: ETR), a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans, powers life for 3 million customers through its operating companies 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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Rapid adoption by Fortune 500 customers as Evinced pioneers and extends its powerful, easy, and intelligent software suite for developing accessible websites and mobile apps
PALO ALTO, Calif., June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Evinced, the leading software company powering accessible web and mobile development, today announced a $38 million Series B funding round. The round was led by global software investor Insight Partners with participation from existing investors M12 (Microsoft's venture fund), BGV, Capital One Ventures, and Engineering Capital, bringing the total raised to date to $57 million.
Large companies know that it makes business sense to ensure the broadest possible access to their websites and mobile apps. Yet the traditional approach for companies has been to rely on expensive, infrequent manual audits and large, usually external, service consulting teams as a way of guiding their developers.
Evinced's software-first approach means accessibility is bolted into every line of code that developers commit into the software development cycle. This allows internal accessibility resources to build effective partnerships with internal engineering leadership, dramatically improving speed to market while minimizing business risk.
"What we're seeing is pent-up demand," said co-founder and CEO Navin Thadani. "Since we solved most of the technical problems that made large enterprises rely on a manual approach to digital accessibility in the first place, they're excited to see that finally they can truly "shift left," which makes everyone – customers, employees, and the world – a winner."
Since launch in 2021, Evinced's web and mobile accessibility solutions have been seamlessly integrated into the enterprise development process of a host of forward-thinking enterprises, including:
- Four of the nation's 10 largest financial institutions
- Two of the nation's three largest B2B SaaS companies
- One of the nation's five largest healthcare companies
Evinced's technical advances enable automatic discovery, clustering, and tracking of accessibility issues that were only possible previously through difficult manual processes:
- Evinced identifies problems in accessibility for screen reader and keyboard-reliant users, employing computer vision to understand the context of each element on a screen.
- Evinced uses AI to recognize color contrast problems on complex backgrounds.
- Evinced analyzes a site's accessibility issues according to the coding practices that are behind each of the problems. These "components" help customers know where they can get the most accessibility improvement with limited resources.
- Evinced tracks accessibility issues over time and automatically knows which issues are new and which are pre-existing, and can even track resolution.
At least 2.2 billion people depend on assistive technology in order to effectively interact with websites and mobile applications. Now, with stricter ADA compliance regulations and an increase in web accessibility lawsuits, the need for digital accessibility is higher than ever.
"As a former operator, thorough accessibility testing was something my teams knew mattered but we could never wrap our heads around," said Michael Yamnitsky, Managing Director at Insight Partners. "Evinced 'just works' and is gaining rapid adoption across today's leading brands. We're thrilled to partner with the team as they make accessibility testing a standard component of the development pipeline."
Another exciting aspect of Evinced's Series B funding will be the continued expansion of its mobile offerings. Last year, Evinced launched the industry's first complete portfolio of products to enable enterprise developers to weave accessibility into their iOS and Android mobile app development process. With over 70 percent of internet users predicted to only use their smartphones to get online by 2025, Evinced mobile accessibility solutions are built for scale and can be used by any enterprise developer looking to test a mobile app for critical accessibility issues.
Since launching in 2021, Evinced is the leading software for integrating accessibility into web and mobile development at the world's largest, most accessibility-committed companies. Evinced's powerful suite of tools enable developers and accessibility professionals to automatically find, cluster, and track accessibility issues, reduce reliance on manual processes, minimize risk, and speed up their time to market. Evinced is headquartered in California, with offices across the US, Europe, and Israel, and is backed by leading investors like Insight Partners, M12 (Microsoft's venture arm), BGV, Capital One Ventures, and others.
To learn more please visit: https://www.evinced.com/
Insight Partners is a global software investor partnering with high-growth technology, software, and Internet startup and ScaleUp companies that are driving transformative change in their industries. As of February 24, 2022, the closing of the firm's recent fundraise, Fund XII, brings Insight Partners' regulatory assets under management to over $90B. Insight Partners has invested in more than 600 companies worldwide and has seen over 55 portfolio companies achieve an IPO. Headquartered in New York City, Insight has offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Palo Alto. Insight's mission is to find, fund, and work successfully with visionary executives, providing them with practical, hands-on software expertise to foster long-term success. Insight Partners meets great software leaders where they are in their growth journey, from their first investment to IPO. For more information on Insight and all its investments, visit insightpartners.com or follow us on Twitter @insightpartners.
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One of the nation's largest specialty and home delivery pharmacies has new look and name, pledges same commitment to patient care.
ORLANDO, Fla., June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the country's largest specialty and home delivery pharmacies is now AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy. Walgreens announced full ownership of the company in January, necessitating the name change.
"AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy is the same specialty and home delivery pharmacy our patients have come to trust and depend on for life-saving medications," says Joel Wright, RPh, chief executive officer. "We continue putting patients first in everything we do to provide hope and care for better tomorrows."
New name comes with some changes
In addition to the new name, patients and partners may notice a few other changes at AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy:
- A more personalized pharmacy experience: AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy's Specialty360 therapy teams will provide patients with personalized care throughout their healthcare journey. New dedicated therapy directors will work cross-functionally with pharmacy functions to oversee the delivery of patient care. Team members – including pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, nurses and dietitians – will be certified in specific diagnoses along with associated therapies. Those diagnoses include conditions related to behavioral health, bone health, chronic inflammatory disease, endocrine, neurology, nursing and infusion-supporting therapies, oncology, organ/infectious disease, pulmonary and allergy, and reproductive health.
"As the pharmacy industry has evolved, the needs of our patients have become more complex. To better serve them, we transformed our operating model to create dedicated teams that focus on specific conditions and therapies," says Tracey James, RPh, chief operating officer. "We've always prided ourselves on providing comprehensive patient care across functional teams. We're confident the changes we've made will not only improve patient outcomes but will also reduce the cost of care and enhance the patient and provider experience." - Greater access to hard-to-find medications: AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy has gained access to more than 20 limited distribution drugs (LDDs) since September 2021. "This also included some new launches or additions to previously excluded products," James says. "And, we have six more LDDs in the pipeline, which if we win, will lead to our best year on record."
James attributes the company's leading access to hard-to-find medications to its commitment to patient care. "First, manufacturers know we have dedicated teams working closely with patients to help make sure they stay on therapy. And second, they want a partner who is experienced in handling high-touch medications," she says. "They know they have that in AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy. We share the same goal of improving patient outcomes while helping reduce healthcare costs." - Helping make specialty medications affordable: Specialty drugs typically require special handling, administration or monitoring, which is why they cost more than regular medications. Just five years ago, specialty medications accounted for approximately 38% of total drug expenditures.1 Today, specialty medications account for 50% or greater of the total prescription spend. In some cases, employers are seeing specialty costs account for 60% or even greater of their total drug spending.2
Wright says AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy has reimbursement specialists who assist with prior authorizations and questions about insurance coverage. "They also help identify financial assistance programs available to eligible patients. In fact, we connected eligible patients to more than $600 million in financial assistance between 2019 and 2021,"3 he says. "We have always worked to provide this level of attention and support to our patients every day, and this is something we will continue at AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy." - Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) achievements: A greater focus on DE&I has led to the creation of a company DE&I council as well as new team member resource groups focusing on how to bring different groups of people together across the organization to celebrate, recognize and acknowledge one another.
- A new headquarters: "Over the last several years, we've focused on reducing our physical footprint as part of our long-term real estate strategy," Wright says. The company has ceased dispensing of specialty prescriptions from Orlando and has relocated its headquarters to the nearby Walgreens regional office. Wright says this was a natural shift as many of the company's team members successfully work remotely.
Looking Toward the Future of Specialty Pharmacy
Wright finds specialty pharmacy to be an exciting space and predicts an industry focus on improving the patient journey, including how specialty pharmacies engage digitally with patients and providers.
- Eliminating social barriers: Social determinants of health are everyday factors that can prevent patients from staying on therapy. These may include housing instability, food insecurity or not being able to get to your doctor's appointment. "If we can help identify and address these barriers, then our patients will be able to stay on treatment and have better outcomes," James says.
- Data-focused care: Wright predicts pharmacists are going to play a more active role in the collection of patient-reported outcomes and the use of real-world evidence. "Both of these are instrumental in helping to individualize care, which helps patients feel heard and understood and is vital in the patient journey," he says.
"As we focus on the future, we have evolved our company greatly in the last several months," Wright says. "These changes give us a great opportunity to look at things through new eyes, to face new challenges, to consider new competitors and to reposition ourselves in the market. We are excited about the future of specialty pharmacy and AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy's role in shaping it."
About AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy
AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy (AllianceRxWP.com) provides hope and care for better tomorrows to patients with rare diseases and chronic conditions by delivering medications from its specialty and home delivery pharmacies. Our advanced analytical capabilities, pharmacy expertise and technology solutions enable providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers and health plans to deliver optimal health outcomes. Through personalized care and clinical programs, along with access to the leading number of limited distribution drugs, patients can get back to what matters most. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, the company holds several national pharmacy accreditations and has team members across the United States.
1 https://www.admere.com/amr-blog/the-rising-costs-of-specialty-drugs
2 https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2022/05/03/health-plans-brace-for-specialty-drugs-eclipsing-50-of-prescription-spending/?sh=4c27be58307d
3 https://www.alliancerxwp.com/contents/press-releases/alliancerx-walgreens-prime-conne.html
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Golden Triangle RC&D Executive Director Rhonda Gordon, left, and Golden Triangle President Doug Wilson, right, receive the National RC&D Council of the Year award from National Association of RC&D Council President William Hodge.
DAWSON -- The Golden Triangle Resource Conservation and Development Council has been named “2022 Outstanding Council of the Year” by the National Association of RC&D Councils.
The national association recognized Golden Triangle RC&D for "the hard work that Golden Triangle RC&D has done throughout the year" and celebrated the council's FY 2019, 2020 and 2021 accomplishments.
"Golden Triangle RC&D has committed and strong leadership and a talented, dedicated, and hard-working staff," National Council officials noted when making the award. "The team is flexible and can put boots on the ground … quickly. They forge new partnerships while maintaining current ones and are constantly seeking out new opportunities to learn and grow.
"The organization is willing to work and think creatively, inspire others, and continuously listen and make improvements."
Golden Triangle officials credited the RC&D council's staff, board, representatives and partners in accepting the award.
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HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Confie, the largest auto insurance and personal lines distributor in the US, is excited to share they will be awarding six scholarships to deserving recipients totaling $30,000 for the 2022-23 academic year.
In a new collaboration with Orange County Community Foundation (OCCF) that began this year, the newly created Confie Enablement Fund will endow annual scholarships to its employees and their dependents. They will have the opportunity to apply competitively for scholarships annually, enabling successful applicants to continue or begin their dreams of higher education.
One of this year's six deserving scholarship recipients is a young man who is currently earning a bachelor's degree in Nursing. He aspires to work as a nurse in a cardiovascular intensive care unit, where he can continue to make a difference in the lives of others.
Another is a young woman studying Environmental Resources Engineering. Outside of her studies, she is planning a trip to Guatemala where she and a team of peers and professionals, all involved in Engineers Without Borders, will help bring water to the village of Las Majadas. She is also starting plans for a sanitation project in Ghana.
Confie has a deep-rooted and long-standing tradition of giving back and making a difference in the communities it serves. With core values that have a positive impact through crisis relief, promoting safety and investing in youth, the Confie Enablement Fund touches all of these areas through higher education.
"Part of what makes us strong is our winning culture and our belief in education," said Cesar Soriano, CEO. "This initiative pays off by not only continuing our professional and personal success but also our outreach in making our communities stronger and our nation, overall, a better place."
Scholarships are independently judged and awarded by Scholarship America. No personnel representing Confie or OCCF have any part in the selection. Among the recipients, those who are in or beginning a two-year degree will receive $2,500, while those seeking a four-year degree will be awarded $5,000.
Established in 2008, Confie is the nation's leading personal lines insurance distribution company. Today, Confie meets customers wherever they are – with more than 800+ retail locations in 23 states, the Bluefire general agency, and a telephone and online shared service center servicing all 50 states. With flexible insurance options, outstanding value, and convenient service, Confie's aspiration is to be the most trusted source of insurance solutions so our customers can have peace of mind. Confie is a portfolio company of Alliant. For more information about Confie, visit www.confie.com.
Founded in 1989, the Orange County Community Foundation works with donors, strengthens the local nonprofit sector and works to find solutions to community needs. Since its inception, OCCF has awarded more than $870 million in grants and scholarships, ranking the organization as the 3rd most active grant maker among all U.S. community foundations. For more information, visit www.oc-cf.org.
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ALAMEDA, Calif., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Penumbra, Inc. (NYSE: PEN), a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
- Revenue of $208.3 million in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 13.1%, or 15.3% in constant currency1, compared to the second quarter of 2021.
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Total revenue increased to $208.3 million for the second quarter of 2022 compared to $184.3 million for the second quarter of 2021, an increase of 13.1%, or 15.3% on a constant currency basis. The United States represented 68% of total revenue and international represented 32% of total revenue for the second quarter of 2022. Revenue from sales of vascular products grew to $123.5 million for the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 22.7%, or 24.5% on a constant currency basis. Revenue from sales of neuro products grew to $84.8 million for the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 1.5%, or 4.3% on a constant currency basis.
Gross profit was $134.0 million, or 64.3% of total revenue for the second quarter of 2022, compared to $118.7 million, or 64.4% of total revenue, for the second quarter of 2021. Gross margin is impacted by our ability to scale production capacity to support our expanding portfolio of products, which enabled us to navigate through some macroeconomic factors such as labor shortages, inflation and supply chain headwinds in the three months ended June 30, 2022, as well as our continued investments in COVID-19 related safety measures.
Total operating expenses were $134.2 million, or 64.4% of total revenue, for the second quarter of 2022, including a $1.8 million amortization expense of finite lived intangible assets acquired in connection with the Sixense acquisition. Excluding this charge, total non-GAAP operating expenses1 were $132.4 million, or 63.5% of total revenue, for the second quarter of 2022. This compares to GAAP and non-GAAP operating expenses of $108.4 million, or 58.8% of total revenue, for the second quarter of 2021. R&D expenses were $19.6 million for the second quarter of 2022, compared to $17.7 million for the second quarter of 2021. SG&A expenses were $114.6 million for the second quarter of 2022, compared to $90.6 million for the second quarter of 2021.
Operating loss for the second quarter of 2022 was $0.1 million. Excluding the charge associated with the amortization expense of finite lived intangible assets acquired in connection with the Sixense acquisition, non-GAAP operating income1 was $1.6 million. This compares to GAAP and non-GAAP operating income of $10.3 million for the second quarter of 2021.
Updated Full Year 2022 Financial Outlook
The Company is maintaining its guidance for 2022 total revenue to be in the range of $860 million to $875 million. Due to foreign currency fluctuations, the Company expects total 2022 reported revenue to be at the lower end of this range, however it expects to maintain growth of 15 – 17% over 2021 revenue on a constant currency basis.
Webcast and Conference Call Information
Penumbra, Inc. will host a conference call to discuss the second quarter 2022 financial results after market close on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing (888) 330-2443 for domestic and international callers (conference id: 4604622), or the webcast can be accessed on the "Events" section under the "Investors" tab of the Company's website at: www.penumbrainc.com. The webcast will be available on the Company's website for at least two weeks following the completion of the call.
About Penumbra
Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra supports healthcare providers, hospitals and clinics in more than 100 countries. For more information, visit www.penumbrainc.com and connect on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In addition to financial measures prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), the Company uses the following non-GAAP financial measures in this press release: a) constant currency and b) non-GAAP operating expenses, non-GAAP operating income (loss), non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP diluted earnings per share ("EPS").
Constant Currency. The Company's constant currency revenue disclosures estimate the impact of changes in foreign currency rates on the translation of the Company's current period revenue as compared to the applicable comparable period in the prior year. This impact is derived by taking the current local currency revenue and translating it into U.S. dollars based upon the foreign currency exchange rates used to translate the local currency revenue for the applicable comparable period in the prior year, rather than the actual exchange rates in effect during the current period. It does not include any other effect of changes in foreign currency rates on the Company's results or business.
Non-GAAP operating expenses, non-GAAP operating income (loss), non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP diluted EPS. The adjustments to the GAAP financial measures reflect the exclusion of:
- the effect of the amortization of finite lived intangible assets acquired in connection with the Sixense acquisition over their estimated useful lives; and
- the tax deficiencies or excess tax benefits associated with share-based compensation arrangements.
Full reconciliation of these non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP measures is set forth in the tables below.
Our management believes the non-GAAP financial measures disclosed in this press release are useful to investors in assessing the operating performance of our business and provide meaningful comparisons to prior periods and thus a more complete understanding of our business than could be obtained absent this disclosure. Specifically, we consider the change in constant currency revenue as a useful metric as it provides an alternative framework for assessing how our underlying business performed excluding the effect of foreign currency rate fluctuations. We consider non-GAAP operating expenses, non-GAAP operating income (loss), non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP diluted EPS useful metrics as they provide an alternative framework for assessing how our underlying business performed excluding the amortization expense of finite lived intangible assets acquired in connection with the Sixense acquisition and the tax deficiencies or excess tax benefits associated with share-based compensation arrangements.
The non-GAAP financial measures included in this press release may be different from, and therefore may not be comparable to, similarly titled measures used by other companies. These non-GAAP measures should not be considered in isolation or as alternatives to GAAP measures. We urge investors to review the reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to the comparable GAAP financial measures included in this press release, and not to rely on any single financial measure to evaluate our business.
Forward-Looking Statements
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NEW YORK, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ: SPWR) between August 3, 2021 and January 20, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important April 18, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased SunPower securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the SunPower class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3135 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than April 18, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) certain connectors used by SunPower suffered from cracking issues; (2) as a result, SunPower was reasonably likely to incur costs to remediate the faulty connectors; (3) as a result of the foregoing, SunPower's financial results would be adversely impacted; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about SunPower's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — For the first time, a pharmaceutical company has asked for permission to sell a birth control pill over the counter in the U.S.
HRA Pharma’s application on Monday sets up a high-stakes decision for health regulators amid legal and political battles over women’s reproductive health. The company says the timing was unrelated to the Supreme Court’s recent decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Hormone-based pills have long been the most common form of birth control in the U.S., used by millions of women since the 1960s. They have always required a prescription, generally so health professionals can screen for conditions that raise the risk of rare, but dangerous, blood clots.
The French drugmaker’s application compiles years of research intended to convince the Food and Drug Administration that women can safely screen themselves for those risks and use the pill effectively.
“For a product that has been available for the last 50 years, that has been used safely by millions of women, we thought it was time to make it more available,” said Frederique Welgryn, HRA’s chief strategy officer.
An FDA approval could come next year and would only apply to HRA’s pill, which would be sold under its original brand name, Opill. The company acquired the decades-old drug from Pfizer in 2014, but it’s not currently marketed in the U.S.
Reproductive rights advocates want to see other prescription contraceptives move over the counter and, eventually, for abortion pills to do the same.
That potential for a precedent-setting decision once again places the FDA under an intense political spotlight.
Late last year, the agency was condemned by abortion opponents and praised by women’s rights advocates when it loosened access to abortion pills. The agency faced similar political pressures in 2006 when it approved over-the-counter use of the emergency contraception pill Plan B.
Many conservative groups stress they are only interested in curtailing abortion, and state bans often explicitly exclude contraception.
Even before Monday’s announcement, Democratic lawmakers were calling on the FDA to swiftly consider any such requests.
“We urge FDA to review applications for over-the-counter birth control pills without delay and based solely on the data,” said more than 50 members of the House’s Pro-Choice Caucus in a March letter.
Many common medications have made the switch from behind the pharmacy counter, including drugs for pain relief, heartburn and allergies.
In each case, companies must show that consumers can understand the drug’s labeling, evaluate its risks and use it safely and effectively without professional supervision. HRA spent seven years conducting the FDA-required studies, including a trial that followed 1,000 women taking its pill for six months.
Behind the company’s efforts is a coalition of women’s health researchers and advocates who have worked for nearly two decades to make contraceptives more accessible, especially to groups with less access to health care.
The Oral Contraceptives Over-the-Counter Working Group helped fund some of HRA’s research and is mobilizing support behind a media campaign dubbed Free the Pill.
“A lot of our research has been about making the case to help inspire and support a company to take this work on,” said Kelly Blanchard, president of Ibis Reproductive Health, a group member that supports abortion and contraceptive access.
Birth control pills are available without a prescription across much of South America, Asia and Africa. Last year, Paris-based HRA won U.K. approval for the first birth control pill available there without a prescription.
Advocates were particularly interested in HRA’s drug because they say it’s likely to raise fewer safety concerns.
The pill contains a single synthetic hormone, progestin, which prevents pregnancy by blocking sperm from the cervix.
Most birth control pills contain progestin plus estrogen, which can help make periods lighter and more regular. Progestin-only pills are generally recommended for women who can’t take the more popular combination pills due to health issues.
But estrogen also accounts for most of the blood clot risk associated with oral contraceptives. FDA’s labeling warns against their use in certain women already at risk for heart problems, such as those who smoke and are over 35.
For most women, the drugs are overwhelmingly safe. For every 10,000 women taking combination pills annually, three to nine will suffer a blood clot, according to FDA data. That compares with one to five clots among 10,000 women who aren’t taking birth control.
And medical professionals point out that blood clot rates are much higher in women who become pregnant, when hormone levels and reduced blood flow increase clotting risk.
“What I definitely see is a misunderstanding of the dangers of these pills. It is much safer to take the pill than to be pregnant” said Dr. Maura Quinlan, a Northwestern University physician and member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She was not involved in HRA’s application or research.
The medical association supports unrestricted access too all hormone-based contraceptives over the counter. Last month, the nation’s largest physician group, the American Medical Association, endorsed making birth control pills available for over-the-counter purchase without an age requirement.
Still, support is not universal.
Diana Zuckerman of the nonprofit National Center for Health Research says comparing the safety risks of the pills with pregnancy is not the right approach.
Many women take birth control pills to regulate their periods or reduce bleeding, said Zuckerman, whose group evaluates medical research. “Those are real benefits, but they are not worth the risk of potentially fatal blood clots,” she said.
The FDA has long monitored the safety of oral contraceptives, updating their warnings over the years.
Last year, the agency placed a hold on a study by drugmaker Cadence Health, which has also been working on an over-the-counter pill. The agency told the company to conduct additional blood pressure checks of trial participants. The company says it is “working to overcome this regulatory hurdle.”
The FDA is required to hold a public meeting to evaluate HRA’s application before making a decision. Safety considerations are likely to take center stage.
Executives at HRA, which is owned by Perrigo Co., expect a decision in the first half of 2023.
Advocates hope it will be the first of many.
“Once we see the approval of this product, it will demonstrate that it’s possible and that the data is strong,” Blanchard said. “Hopefully we’ll see the process speed up from here.”
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) ("Trulieve" or "the Company"), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., will hold a conference call on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 8:30 AM Eastern Time following the release of its second quarter 2022 financial results.
Chairman, Founder, and Chief Executive Officer Kim Rivers, Chief Financial Officer Alex D'Amico, and President Steve White will participate on the call to review Trulieve's financial and operating results.
Interested parties can join the conference call by dialing in as directed below. Please dial in 15 minutes prior to the call.
A live audio webcast of the conference call will be available at:
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An archived replay of the webcast will be available at:
https://trulieve.gcs-web.com/events-presentations
Trulieve is an industry leading, vertically integrated cannabis company and multi-state operator in the U.S. operating in 11 states, with leading market positions in Arizona, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Trulieve is poised for accelerated growth and expansion, building scale in retail and distribution in new and existing markets through its hub strategy. By providing innovative, high-quality products across its brand portfolio, Trulieve delivers optimal customer experiences and increases access to cannabis, helping patients and customers to live without limits. Trulieve is listed on the CSE under the symbol TRUL and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol TCNNF. For more information, please visit Trulieve.com.
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VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Alexco Resource Corp. (NYSE American: AXU) (TSX: AXU) ("Alexco" or the "Company") announced today that it has filed and mailed the management information circular dated July 28, 2022 (the "Circular") and related meeting materials (collectively, the "Meeting Materials") for its special meeting (the "Meeting") of shareholders (the "Shareholders"), optionholders, restricted share unit holders, and deferred share unit holders of Alexco (collectively, the "Securityholders") to be held on August 30, 2022, at 10:00 am (Pacific Time) (the "Meeting") in connection with the proposed business combination with Hecla Mining Company (NYSE: HL) ("Hecla"), announced on July 5, 2022.
The Meeting Materials contain important information regarding the Transaction, how Securityholders can attend and vote at the Meeting, that the Transaction is in the best interests of the Company and is fair to Shareholders, and the background that led to the Transaction and the reasons for the unanimous determinations of the special committee of independent Alexco directors (the "Special Committee") and the board of directors of Alexco (the "Board"). The Meeting Materials have been filed by the Company on SEDAR and EDGAR and are available under the Company's profile at www.sedar.com and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. The Meeting Materials are also available on the Company's website at Alexco - Investors - Special Meeting of Shareholders (https://alexcoresource.com/investors/special-meeting-of-shareholders/).
At the Meeting, Securityholders will be asked to consider and, if deemed advisable, pass a special resolution (the "Arrangement Resolution") to approve an arrangement (the "Arrangement"), in accordance with the terms of an arrangement agreement entered into by the Company and Hecla on July 4, 2022, as assigned and amended (the "Arrangement Agreement") pursuant to which 1080980 B.C. Ltd. ("108"), a subsidiary of Hecla, will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Alexco (the "Alexco Shares") that it does not already own by way of a statutory plan of arrangement.
Board Recommendation
The Board unanimously recommends that Securityholders vote FOR the Arrangement resolution.
Pursuant to the terms of the interim order (the "Interim Order") obtained on July 27, 2022 from the British Columbia Supreme Court (the "Court"), Securityholders of record at the close of business on July 20, 2022 will be entitled to receive notice of, attend and vote at the Meeting. Securityholders should carefully review all of the Meeting Materials as they contain important information concerning the Transaction and the rights and entitlements of Securityholders thereunder.
Pursuant to the terms of the Interim Order, for the Arrangement to become effective, the Arrangement Resolution will require approval of at least (i) 66⅔% of the votes cast by Shareholders present in person or represented by proxy and entitled to vote at the Meeting; (ii) 66⅔% of the votes cast by Securityholders, voting together as a single class, present in person or represented by proxy at the Meeting; and (iii) a majority of the votes cast by Shareholders other than votes attached to Alexco Shares required to be excluded pursuant to Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Securityholders in Special Transactions. The Circular regarding the Arrangement has been filed with regulatory authorities and mailed to the Securityholders in accordance with applicable securities laws.
The proposed closing date of the Arrangement is September 7, 2022, subject to obtaining Court, Securityholder and regulatory approval and the satisfaction of conditions set forth in Arrangement Agreement.
Transaction Details
Under the terms of the Arrangement, Shareholders will receive 0.116 common shares in the capital of Hecla (each common share, a "Hecla Share") for each Alexco Share held (the "Consideration") pursuant to the Plan of Arrangement. In addition, to enable Alexco to maintain operations prior to completion of the Arrangement, Hecla has provided Alexco with a US$30 million convertible secured loan facility, of which US$20 million has been drawn as of the date of this release and has purchased, through an affiliate, 8,984,100 Alexco Shares at C$0.50 per Alexco Share, having an aggregate value of C$4,492,050, resulting in 9.9% of Alexco Shares being held by Hecla or its affiliates.
Reasons for the Arrangement
In evaluating and unanimously approving the Arrangement, the Special Committee and the Board gave careful consideration to the current position and condition and the expected and potential future position and condition of the business of the Company, and all terms of the Arrangement Agreement, including the conditions precedent, representations and warranties and deal protection provisions. The Special Committee and the Board considered a number of factors including, among others, the following:
- Premium. The Consideration to be received by Shareholders pursuant to the Arrangement represents a premium of 12% on a spot basis to the July 1, 2022 closing price, and 24% premium using the trailing 5-day volume weighted average trading price on the NYSE American for Alexco Shares and the NYSE for Hecla Shares as of market close on July 1, 2022.
- Liquidity. Based on the immediate financing requirements, the business, operations, financial condition and prospects of the Company, as well as the current and prospective environment in which the Company operates, including macroeconomic conditions in Canada and globally, there is a significant risk that the Alexco shares could continue to trade below US$0.417, the closing price as at July 1, 2022, over the short to medium term. The Consideration provides Shareholders with immediate liquidity at a price that may not be available in the absence of the Arrangement.
- Strengths and Strategic Fit. If the Arrangement is completed, it is expected that Shareholders will benefit from:
(i) the consolidation of the assets of Alexco and Hecla;
(ii) jurisdictional and project risk diversification; and
(iii) enhanced capital markets profile, financing capacity and access to capital.
- Shareholders will also be able to continue to participate in the potential upside from any exploration and development success related to the properties of Alexco, as well as the other properties of Hecla. It is expected that Shareholders will hold approximately 3% of the Hecla Shares on an outstanding undiluted basis upon completion of the Arrangement.
- Process. The Arrangement with Hecla resulted from discussions that began months ago. During that time, the management, and financial advisors of Alexco communicated with several other parties regarding potential transactions. Confidentiality agreements were entered into with seven potential acquirors or merger partners. Discussions were held with each. The Arrangement is the most attractive of those alternatives. All potential acquirors or merger partners expressed the view that existing silver purchase agreement between Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. and Alexco and certain of its subsidiaries (the "Wheaton Stream Agreement") would require amendment to ensure the financial viability of Alexco's conventional mining and milling of silver-lead-zinc ore from certain deposits in the Keno Hill District in Yukon, Canada (the "Keno Hill Project"). Of all of the parties the Company approached, only Hecla was successful in negotiating satisfactory arrangements with Wheaton with respect to the Wheaton Stream Agreement.
- Business and Industry Risks. The business, operations, assets, financial condition, operating results and prospects of Alexco are subject to significant uncertainty, including risks associated with Wheaton's silver purchase streaming rights on its Keno Hill Project, risks associated with a negative working capital position, and risks associated with obtaining the required financing on acceptable terms or at all. The Special Committee concluded that the Company immediately required additional financing and of the financing alternatives, the Arrangement provided a more favourable outcome to the Company and its stakeholders than any other option that was reasonably available. Further, the Special Committee determined that the Consideration under the Arrangement is more favourable to Shareholders than continuing with Alexco's current business plan in light of these risks and uncertainties.
Shareholder Questions and Voting Assistance
For any questions or assistance with voting, shareholders can contact Laurel Hill Advisory Group at 1-877-452-7184 (toll-free in North America), 1-416-304-0211 (calls outside North America) or by email at assistance@laurelhill.com.
About Alexco
Alexco is a Canadian primary silver company that owns and operates the majority of the historic Keno Hill Silver District, in Canada's Yukon Territory, one of the highest-grade silver mines in the world.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements, which relate to future events or future performance. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included herein are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements herein include, without limitation, statements regarding the Meeting; statements with respect to the consummation and timing of the transaction; approval by Securityholders; the satisfaction of the conditions precedent to the transaction; the Consideration to be received by Shareholders; the expected benefits of the Arrangement; Shareholders' estimated shareholdings in Hecla following the completion of the Arrangement, and timing, receipt and anticipated effects of Court, regulatory and other consents and approvals. Such forward-looking statements reflect management's current beliefs and are based on assumptions made by and information currently available to the Company, including assumptions as to the ability of Alexco and Hecla to receive, in a timely manner and on satisfactory terms, the necessary regulatory, Court, securityholder and other third party approvals; the satisfaction of the conditions to closing of the Arrangement in a timely manner and completion of the Arrangement on the expected terms; the expected adherence to the terms of the Arrangement Agreement and agreements related to the Arrangement Agreement; the adequacy of our and Hecla's financial resources; favourable equity and debt capital markets; and stability in financial capital markets. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements, or other future events, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties and other factors include, among others: the risk that the Arrangement may not close when planned or at all or on the terms and conditions set forth in the Arrangement Agreement; the failure of the Company and Hecla to obtain the necessary regulatory, Court, securityholder, and other third-party approvals, or to otherwise satisfy the conditions to the completion of the Arrangement, in a timely manner, or at all, may result in the Arrangement not being completed on the proposed terms, or at all; changes in laws, regulations and government practices; if a third party makes a Superior Proposal (as defined in the Arrangement Agreement), the Arrangement may not be completed and the Company may be required to pay the Termination Fee (as defined in the Arrangement Agreement); if the Arrangement is not completed, and the Company continues as an independent entity, there are risks that the announcement of the Arrangement and the dedication of substantial resources of the Company to the completion of the Arrangement could have an impact on the Company's current business relationships and could have a material adverse effect on the current and future operations, financial condition and prospects of the Company; future prices of silver, gold, lead, zinc and other commodities; market competition; and the geopolitical, economic, permitting legal climate that Alexco and Hecla operate in; and the additional risks and uncertainties identified in Alexco's filings with Canadian securities regulators on SEDAR in Canada (available at www.sedar.com) and with the SEC on EDGAR (available at www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml). These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and, except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The previously announced merger of Marcum LLP ("Marcum") and Friedman LLP ("Friedman") is now complete, effective as of September 1.
The combination of these two leading national accounting and advisory firms establishes Marcum as a top-12 firm with approximately $1 billion in annual revenue and a team of more than 3,500.
Frederick R. Berk and Harriet Greenberg, Friedman's co-managing partners, join Marcum as partners. Mr. Berk is also a member of the Marcum Executive Committee and becomes co-leader of the Marcum Real Estate group. Friedman adds approximately 850 partners and associates to Marcum.
With the merger, Marcum's U.S. footprint expands to 38 offices in major business centers across the country and a total of 46 offices globally. The Firm presently has international offices in China, Singapore, Ireland, and Grand Cayman.
In addition to an extensive range of industry practice groups, the integration also includes two specialty businesses. CyZen, Friedman's cybersecurity company, becomes part of Marcum Technology's cybersecurity and digital forensics group. Friedman's China practice joins Marcum Asia, adding approximately 75 specialists to Marcum's affiliate serving Asian public companies listed in U.S. markets.
Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
"This merger is the largest in Marcum's history. With our mutual priority on client service excellence, the strong synergies between our businesses, the alignment of our operating philosophies, and a shared culture focused on team member success, Friedman and Marcum see tremendous opportunities in this partnership for both our clients and our people," said Jeffrey M. Weiner, Marcum's chairman & chief executive officer. "Fred and Harriet built an outstanding organization, and we welcome them and the entire Friedman team to Marcum."
"Our merger with Marcum will accelerate and expand our ability to offer clients the increasingly specialized services and deep industry insights they need. One of the great things about Marcum is that they are a truly entrepreneurial firm, which means they are constantly evolving their best practices, as clients' needs and market forces change, and optimizing career opportunities for their professionals. It's a very dynamic environment, and one in which our team and our clients will thrive," Berk said.
"Friedman and Marcum both started out from very modest roots and understand the rigors of growing in a fast-paced, challenging environment. This merger is a true meeting of the minds, and the opportunity to collaborate is a momentous step towards the future," Greenberg said. In addition to her Marcum partnership responsibilities, Greenberg will also continue to serve as president of DFK International, one of three global associations of independent accounting and advisory firms of which Marcum is a member.
Allan D. Koltin, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, who advised both firms on the combination, commented, "Mergers of this size and stature are rare in the accounting profession because so many things have to line up. In this deal, Friedman and Marcum both saw the strategic and cultural fit on Day One. What was amazing throughout the process was how compatible the firms were and how often they recognized a best practice in each other that will become the standard for the merged operation."
For more information, visit www.marcumllp.com.
Marcum LLP is a top-ranked national accounting and advisory firm dedicated to helping entrepreneurial, middle-market companies and high net worth individuals achieve their goals. Marcum's industry-focused practices offer deep insight and specialized services to privately held and publicly registered companies, and nonprofit and social sector organizations. Through the Marcum Group, the Firm also provides a full complement of technology, wealth management, and executive search and staffing services. Headquartered in New York City, Marcum has offices in major business markets across the U.S. and select international locations. #AskMarcum. Visit www.marcumllp.com for more information about how Marcum can help.
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NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Oscar Health, Inc. ("Oscar" or the "Company") (NYSE: OSCR) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Oscar investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Oscar Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus issued in connection with the Company's March 2021 initial public offering. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
OSCR investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (1) Oscar was experiencing growing COVID-19 testing and treatment costs; (2) Oscar was experiencing growing net COVID costs; (3) Oscar would be negatively impacted by an unfavorable prior year Risk Adjustment Data Validation result relating to 2019 and 2020; (4) Oscar was on track to be negatively impacted by significant SEP membership growth; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Oscar during the relevant time frame, you have until July 11, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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NINGBO, China, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from NBGD:
Recently, the "Maritime Ambitions" Roundtable was held at Ningbo's Meishan Bay. The event was organized by the Publicity Department of the CPC Ningbo Municipal Committee, with support from the Ningbo Radio and Television Group and the administrative committee of the Ningbo Economic and Technological Development Zone.
The event was attended by Chinese and international experts, scholars, and business leaders. Many participants delivered video remarks, expressing their high hopes for Ningbo's future development, including Peter Thomson, the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean; Li Jiabiao, Director of the Second Institute of Oceanography, Ministry of Natural Resources and Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering; and Bao Wenjun, grandson of Sir Yue-Kong Pao and founder of the sailing team "China One Ningbo".
Thomson stated his hope that Ningbo would serve as an example of marine environment governance and be at the forefront of adapting to the change in shipping decarbonization.
Academician Li Jiabiao believed that becoming a global maritime hub is a crucial step Ningbo must take in its city upgrade and transformation.
Bao Wenjun urged Ningbo to use its natural endowments and favorable geographical location to develop water sports and boost the city's national and international renown.
At the Roundtable, Chen Minxian, a member of the Consulting Committee of the Ningbo Municipal People's Government, spoke about Ningbo's history, development, and culture from the perspective of a city's heritage, with an emphasis on Ningbo's display of core Chinese values.
Wang Xiaojing, Head of Maritime Strategy Planning at the Ningbo Institute of Oceanography, analyzed Ningbo's overarching policies for becoming a modern coastal metropolis with a view on cities' development strategies.
Zhu Wenrong, an entrepreneur in Ningbo and founder of the Xiangshan Xuwen Marine Algae Development Company, demonstrated his company's product—edible algae. Xuwen developed a technique to transform algae blooms that harm the marine environment into food fit for human consumption. The company's innovation has the dual benefit of protecting the ocean environment and generating more income for the local community.
Xu Weibin, acclaimed film producer, and Tian Feng,Vice Chairman of the Qingdao Cruise & Yacht Association and founder of T&Z Marine, also shared their thoughts and advice on Ningbo's city development via remote participation.
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ANDERSON, Ind., July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EnerDel hosted a Ribbon Cutting Event introducing the company to Anderson, IN and surrounding areas. EnerDel was honored to welcome directors of the City of Anderson, Anderson University board members, Flagship leadership, and the Mayor of Anderson, Thomas J. Broadrick, to the Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, July 14th. Leadership members of EnerDel, Steve Heir (CEO), Kev Adjemian (CSO), Derrick Buck (VP of Customer Program Management), James Bowman (SVP – Operations, and Chris Bardsley (VP of Finance), along with Mr. Paul Herbert the owner of EnerDel hosted the Ribbon Cutting to greet the Anderson community.
Mr. Herbert acquired EnerDel through his company PLH Energy, LLC. The official announcement was made as the transaction closed to the company's sixty US employees, customers, and suppliers. Due to this change in ownership, EnerDel is now an American owned and managed company.
The Ribbon Cutting Event included a tour of the manufacturing plant, led by Derrick Buck, that allowed guest to get a first look at the production of EnerDel technology. Following the manufacturing plant tour, Kev Adjemian presented an overview of the company as well as the mission and vision of EnerDel as an American owned company.
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Bidens to host White House wedding reception for granddaughter in November
By Kate Bennett, CNN
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will host a wedding reception at the White House this November for their eldest granddaughter, Naomi Biden, the first lady’s communications director Elizabeth Alexander confirmed to CNN. The White House reception is set for November 19; there is no word yet on where the nuptial ceremony will occur.
“The first family, the couple, and their parents are still in the planning stages of all of the wedding festivities and look forward to announcing further details in the coming months,” Alexander said.
Naomi Biden, 28, is the daughter of Hunter Biden and Kathleen Buhle. She is a lawyer, currently based in Washington, DC. Biden became engaged to Peter Neal, 24, in September of last year when Neal proposed near his childhood home in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, according to a White House official. Biden’s engagement ring includes the band of Neal’s grandmother’s engagement ring. The couple has been together for approximately four years, after meeting in New York City on a date, set up by a mutual friend. Neal is in his final semester of law school at the University of Pennsylvania.
The White House has a long history as the location for weddings of presidential offspring, dating back to the 1800s, when the children of James Monroe, John Quincy Adams, John Tyler and Ulysses S. Grant were married there. Both of Woodrow Wilson’s daughters held their weddings at the White House, as well as his niece, in 1913, 1914, and 1918, respectively.
More recently, Lynda Bird Johnson, daughter of Lyndon B. Johnson, was married in the White House East Room in 1967. Her sister, Luci Johnson, held her reception at the White House the year prior, following a ceremony at a nearby church. Tricia Nixon was walked down the aisle in the Rose Garden by her father, Richard Nixon, when she married Edward Cox in 1971.
However, Naomi Biden will follow her most recent predecessor in president-related White House wedding celebrations — Jenna Bush, daughter of George W. Bush — by holding only the reception at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Bush married Henry Hager at the Bush family ranch in Crawford, Texas, in May 2008, but her parents later hosted a reception for 600 guests, complete with music by the United States Marine Band, at the White House the following month.
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TORONTO, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Russel Metals Inc. (TSX: RUS) announces that it has received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange (the "TSX") of its notice of intention to make a normal course issuer bid (the "NCIB").
Under the NCIB, Russel Metals may purchase for cancellation, on the open market at its discretion, during the period commencing on August 16, 2022 and ending on the earlier of August 15, 2023 and the completion of purchases under the NCIB, up to 3,155,611 common shares of Russel Metals ("Common Shares"), which represents 5% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares. As of August 11, 2022, Russel Metals had 63,112,220 issued and outstanding Common Shares.
Daily purchases on the TSX under the NCIB will be limited to 63,354 Common Shares, which represents 25% of the average daily trading volume of 253,416 on the TSX for six months ending July 31, 2022, subject to any purchases made pursuant to the block purchase exception. The actual number of Common Shares which may be purchased under the NCIB and the timing of any such purchases will be determined by Russel Metals in its discretion, subject to applicable laws and the rules of the TSX. Purchases under the NCIB are expected to be made through the facilities of the TSX and alternative trading systems in Canada at prevailing market prices. The NCIB will be funded using Russel Metals' existing cash resources or credit facilities, and any Common Shares repurchased by Russel Metals under the NCIB will be cancelled.
Russel Metals believes that the NCIB will provide a flexible tool as part of its capital allocation program, while generating value for shareholders. Decisions regarding any future repurchases will depend on certain factors, such as market conditions, share price and other opportunities to invest capital for growth. Russel Metals may elect to suspend or discontinue share repurchases at any time, in accordance with applicable laws.
Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy products and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy products operations carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.
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While we believe that the expectations reflected in our forward-looking statements are reasonable, no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct, and our forward-looking statements included in this press release should not be unduly relied upon. These statements speak only as of the date of this press release and, except as required by law, we do not assume any obligation to update our forward-looking statements.
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SHANGHAI, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Choicefom, China's leading CEM management platform provider introduced a brand-new CEM concept to its Total Experience Management platform TX that helps to improve customer experience and clients' business performance. According to forecasts from IDC, QY Research and Touch PointChina's customer experience management (CEM) market is on track to grow to US$1.8 billion in 2022, accounting for 15 per cent of the global market. China is now stepping into a fast track of enterprise growth with the focus on enhancing the customer experience.
With the new concept, Choiceform helps to create business growth for its clients through its absolute advantages in three steps.
1.Launching its strategic concept of the Total Experience Management
In China, many industries are about to enter the stage of slow growth and saturation. For companies, the demand for consumer insights and for experience data is growing rapidly, opening the way to significant development potential for CEM. It may soon become something no company can do without. Consequently, it becomes very important to accurately define CEM. The TX Total Experience concept proposed by Choiceform is a customer-oriented strategic management system that includes brand experience (BX), product experience (PX) and service experience (SX), supplemented by employee experience (EX). The perfect combination of the four metrics demonstrates a complete holistic consumer insights which drives enhanced experience management. Not to be overlooked is that employees will also directly affect how a customer feels about the company and the brand. CX and EX will form a positive cycle of complementary and sustainable development. Choiceform TX was born from the concept that CEM must be comprehensive.
2. Improving customer satisfaction with scalable one-to-one interactions across the customer's whole life cycle
The customer journey is an important vehicle to creating the best customer experience. Choiceform emphasizes the use of Moment of Truth to define the experience strategies, and to merge the scattered operational data with quality experience data scientifically. Across the full life cycle, in addition to solving the problem of data silos and achieving data convergence, it is more important to uncover the painpoints and unmet needs so as to transform and reshape the experience. When optimizing the interactions with customers, Choiceform TX will automatically initiate sustainable and scalable one-to-one interaction campaigns. The automatic advance warning + multi point trigger mechanism creates a one-stop professional and standardized closed-loop management system, to ensure a sustained interaction across the whole life cycle in real time. Based on the development plan for modular applications, Choiceform will expand from a SaaS platform provider to PaaS platform provider starting this year, making it easier for companies to connect with different SaaS applications.
3. TX is not just a tool, but the brain of enterprises developing the date-driven scientific strategic growth decision
Discovery and predictions are the core of insights, while effective decisions based on the conclusions is the ultimate goal. In the future, companies that can minimize the process from data collection to decision making will be better positioned to seize market opportunities. The Choiceform TX platform truly makes data work, discovers and identifies the most valuable information for companies, and empowers them to find the best marketing paths through intelligent and digital technological innovation, transforming every decision into one that is science-based and informed. The value of Choiceform does not only lie in helping companies collect data, but about helping them improve customer satisfaction, retention, and ROI conversion rates. This is the unmistakable difference between CEM and other big data solutions. CEM is no longer a tool to execute processes, but a key factor in driving strategic business decisions.
Data and technologies are the basic elements, but data security in its most comprehensive form is the fundamental protection.
Choiceform's "data security control center" provides security protection for different data levels and covers the whole data life cycle from generation to deletion. Firstly, infrastructures with comprehensive defense capabilities are built to cover the security baseline in the machine room as well as across the network, system and application data, so as to improve the capacity to deal with advanced security threats. Secondly, a resource management infrastructure is built to prevent unauthorized data access and maintain data confidentiality, integrity and availability through data encryption, key management and data shielding, among other techniques. Thirdly, normalized security operation infrastructures are built for compulsory implementation of secure development lifecycles (SDLs), effectively removing security vulnerabilities, as well as for dealing with every kind of security issues in a comprehensive, networked, systematic way through continuous implementation of vulnerability scans, penetration tests, code audits, security scheme design and implementation, security training and establishment of emergency response teams. Choiceform is committed to implementing data security standards in compliance with the strictest regulatory guidance.
Integrating its advanced abilities in providing customer insights with technologies to empower industry development
Choiceform's business has from day one been CEM, with its prowess in technology integration and in providing customer insights setting it apart from the competition. Founded in 2015, Choiceform currently has teams in Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou and Wuhan, serving customers in the automobile, real estate and property, finance, fast moving consumer goods (FCMG), computers, communications, consumer electronics and gaming sectors, among others. Core R&D teams account for 65% of the firm's headcount. Choiceform has also assembled an insight team led by senior industry experts, all with more than 20 years' experience, to drive the global data insights practice.
Choiceform Founder and Chief Executive Officer Wester Xi said, "This year is the seventh year since our inception. Choiceform has it in its roadmap to build a world-class product with Chinese characteristics and to continue driving the development and growth of the Chinese CEM market."
About Choiceform
Choiceform is China's leading Total Experience Management platform. It is the new growth engine for customer-centric enterprises. The company is dedicated to integrating multi-source data, discovering and predicting the real needs and preferences of every customer through cloud technologies, while delivering solutions that drive science-based decision-making across organizations.
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MINNEAPOLIS , July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rice Park Capital Management LP, a Minneapolis-based investment firm, is pleased to announce that Craig Freel has been promoted to Co-Chief Investment Officer alongside Matt Kennedy, who also serves as Co-CIO.
"In a short period of time, Craig has led the charge to build an MSR business from scratch into a platform that we believe is rapidly becoming a market leader in the space," said Nick Smith, Rice Park founder and CEO. "He has been very effective in deploying capital in scale in the MSR market through strategic partnerships with mortgage originator and servicer partners. We believe the market approach that Craig, Matt and the RPC team have cultivated will provide long term access to MSR investment opportunities. In addition, the combination of Craig and Matt leading our investment process provides RPC and its investors with deep mortgage investment experience and depth."
Formerly, Smith served as CEO and Co-CIO. As Rice Park's CEO, he will continue to be deeply involved in the company's investment process, including serving on RPC investment and risk committees.
Prior to Freel's promotion to Co-CIO, he was the head of Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSR) Investments where he was responsible for MSR portfolio management, including acquisitions, hedging, financing, and disposition of MSR assets.
Before joining Rice Park in 2020, Freel was the Senior Vice President of Portfolio Management for RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corp. where he built and managed the company's MSR trading desk and secondary marketing functions.
Freel holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering with a Minor in Economics from the University of Virginia. He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
Rice Park Capital Management LP is a private investment firm managing funds and investment vehicles on behalf of institutional investors, family offices and high net worth individuals. Its investment focus is to deliver cycle-resistant returns to its limited partners by unlocking value in complex opportunities in the residential and commercial mortgage and real estate sectors. Learn more about Rice Park at www.riceparkcapital.com.
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DALLAS, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
As previously announced, Vertical Capital Income Fund (NYSE: VCIF) paid a monthly distribution of $0.0715 per share to all shareholders of record as of August 19, 2022, pursuant to the Fund's managed distribution plan (the "Plan").
As a general matter, the amount of the Fund's distributable income depends on the aggregate gains and losses realized by the Fund during the entire year. Distributions may consist of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital but the character of these distributions cannot be determined until after the end of the Fund's fiscal year. However, under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the terms of the Plan, the Fund may be required to indicate the source of each distribution to its shareholders. The following table sets forth the estimated sources of the current distribution, and the cumulative distributions paid during the 2022 fiscal year to date from the sources indicated in the table. All amounts are expressed on a per share basis and as a percentage of the distribution amount.
(1) 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 Distribution Policy.
(2) The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this 19(a) Notice are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.
(3) The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income and net realized capital gains; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with "yield" or "income."
The Plan will be subject to periodic review by the Board, and the Board may amend the terms of the Plan including amending the annual rate of payment or may terminate the Plan at any time without prior notice to the Fund's shareholders. The Fund's distribution rate may be affected by numerous factors, including changes in realized and projected market returns, Fund performance, and other factors. There can be no assurance that an unanticipated change in market conditions or other unforeseen factors will not result in a change in the Fund's distribution rate at a future time. The amendment or termination of the Plan could have an adverse effect on the market price of the Fund's shares. The public health crises caused by the COVID-19 outbreak may exacerbate other pre-existing political, social and economic risks to which the Fund is exposed. The duration of the COVID-19 outbreak and its effects cannot be determined with certainty. In order to comply with the requirements of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, and an exemptive order received by the Fund from the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Fund will provide its shareholders of record on each distribution date with a 19(a) Notice and issue an accompanying press release disclosing the sources of its distribution payment when a distribution includes anything other than net investment income.
The amounts and sources of distributions reported in 19(a) Notices are only estimates and are not provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during its full fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell them how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes. Information on the Fund's 19(a) Notices, if any, can be found at www.vcif.us. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of all distributions in 2022 will be made after the end of the year.
Shares of closed-end funds often trade at a discount from their net asset value. The market price of Fund shares may vary from net asset value based on factors affecting the supply and demand for shares, such as Fund distribution rates relative to similar investments, investors' expectations for future distribution changes, the clarity of the Fund's investment strategy and future return expectations, and investors' confidence in the underlying markets in which the Fund invests. Fund shares are subject to investment risk, including possible loss of principal invested. No Fund is a complete investment program and you may lose money investing in a Fund. An investment in the Fund may not be appropriate for all investors. Before investing, prospective investors should consider carefully the Fund's investment objective, risks, charges and expenses. For further details, please visit Vertical Capital Income Fund's website at vcif.us.
This release contains forward-looking statements relating to the business and financial outlook of Vertical Capital Income Fund that are based on the Fund's current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections and are not guarantees of future performance. There is no assurance that the Fund will achieve its investment objective. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on any such statements. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this release.
About Vertical Capital Income Fund
Vertical Capital Income Fund (VCIF) is an NYSE-listed closed-end fund that seeks monthly income by investing primarily in performing non-agency residential whole loans secured by real estate. As a secondary strategy the Fund aims to provide total return by acquiring performing residential loans at a discount to the unpaid principal balance (UPB). VCIF realizes capital gains as loans are paid off before maturity. For more information visit VCIF.us and connect with the Fund on Twitter.
About Oakline Advisors, LLC
Oakline Advisors, LLC is the adviser to Vertical Capital Income Fund. Founded in 2013, Oakline Advisors, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser that specializes in the residential whole loan market. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dallas, TX-based Behringer. Since its inception in 1989, Behringer, together with its affiliates, has raised equity of more than $6 billion in assets through public and private fund structures. For more information about Oakline and Behringer please visit their respective websites at oaklineadvisors.com and behringerinvestments.com.
Fund shares are identified by CUSIP 92535C104
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NEW YORK, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Spero Therapeutics, Inc. ("Spero" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SPRO) and certain of its officers. The class action, filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and docketed under 22-cv-04154, is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired Spero securities between May 6, 2021 and May 2, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), seeking to recover damages caused by Defendants' violations of the federal securities laws and to pursue remedies under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act") and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder, against the Company and certain of its top officials.
If you are a shareholder who purchased or otherwise acquired Spero securities during the Class Period, you have until July 25, 2022 to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com. To discuss this action, contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888.476.6529 (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
Spero, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, focuses on identifying, developing, and commercializing treatments for multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterial infections and rare diseases in the United States. The Company's product candidates include Tebipenem Pivoxil Hydrobromide (HBr), an oral carbapenem-class antibiotic to treat complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis for adults.
On October 28, 2021, Spero announced that it had submitted a New Drug Application ("NDA") to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") for Tebipenem HBr for the Treatment of Complicated Urinary Tract Infections including Pyelonephritis (the "Tebipenem HBr NDA").
Throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the data submitted in support of the Tebipenem HBr NDA were insufficient to obtain FDA approval; (ii) accordingly, it was unlikely that the FDA would approve the Tebipenem HBr NDA in its current form; (iii) the foregoing would necessitate a significant workforce reduction and restructuring of Spero's operations; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
On March 31, 2022, Spero issued a press release announcing the Company's fourth quarter and full year 2021 financial results. In the press release, Spero disclosed that "[t]he U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has notified Spero that, as part of its ongoing review of Spero's New Drug Application (NDA) for tebipenem HBr, it has identified deficiencies that preclude discussion of labeling and post-marketing requirements/commitments at this time."
On this news, Spero's stock price fell $1.59 per share, or 18.27%, to close at $7.11 per share on April 1, 2022.
Then on May 3, 2022, Spero issued a press release announcing "that it will immediately defer current commercialization activities for tebipenem HBr based on feedback from a recent Late Cycle Meeting (LCM) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding Spero's New Drug Application (NDA) for tebipenem HBr[,]" and that, "[a]lthough the review is still ongoing and the FDA has not yet made any final determination regarding approvability, the discussion suggested that the data package may be insufficient to support approval during this review cycle." Specifically, the FDA advised the Company, in relevant part, that the FDA's separate analysis of the relevant study population had "reduce[d] the number of evaluable patients in the primary analysis population compared with those resulting from the trial's pre-specified micro-ITT population as outlined in the statistical analysis plan" and [a]s a result, the FDA considers that the pre-specified non-inferiority margin of -12.5% was not met." Further, the press release advised that, "[i]n connection with this development, Spero announced that it is undertaking a reduction in its workforce by approximately 75% and a restructuring of its operations to reduce operating costs and reallocate resources."
On this news, Spero's stock price fell $3.24 per share, or 63.65%, to close at $1.85 per share on May 3, 2022.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com
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VANCOUVER, BC, September 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO) (NYSE: BTG) (NSX: B2G) ("B2Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce additional positive exploration drilling results from the Anaconda Area, located approximately 25 kilometers north of the Fekola Mine, confirming continuity of the Mamba Main Zone, which remains open down plunge.
The Anaconda Area, comprised of the Menankoto and Bantako North permits, forms part of the Fekola complex (the "Fekola Complex"), which also includes the Fekola Mine and the adjacent Cardinal Zone, the Bakolobi permit, and the Dandoko permit (subject to completion of the Oklo Resources Ltd. transaction).
Exploration Highlights
- High grade results from the Mamba Main Zone, including hole BND_108 with 5.89 grams per tonne ("g/t") gold over 28.70 meters ("m") from 455.45 m, hole BND_101 with 3.76 g/t gold over 32.08 m from 299.00 m, and hole BND_104 with 3.33 g/t gold over 14.30 m from 362.70 m, which collectively confirm and extend the continuity of the high grade sulphide mineralization of the sulphide shoot to over 700 m down plunge, providing a strong indication of the potential for Fekola-style bodies of sulphide mineralization, which remain open at depth.
- Strong initial results from the Cobra Zone, located 2 kilometers east of the Mamba Zone, including hole MSD_227 with 2.02 g/t gold over 25.30 m from 201.70 m, and 6.75 g/t gold over 13.80 m from 244.40 m, confirming the potential for economic grade and width combinations in the sulphide mineralization. The Company believes that the Cobra Zone may extend onto the Bakolobi permit and are currently drilling this extension target.
- Ongoing drilling by the Company on the Anaconda Area to infill and extend the saprolite Mineral Resource area and to follow up on the sulphide mineralization, including the Mamba and Adder zones as well as several other targets below the saprolite mineralization, continues to generate positive drill results in both saprolite and sulphide domains and demonstrates strong potential to further increase the updated March 2022 Anaconda Area Mineral Resource estimate.
In 2022, B2Gold is conducting an approximately 161,000 m drill program on the Fekola Complex with a budget of approximately $35 million, including drill programs on the Fekola North deposit to further test the underground mineralization potential, and on the Anaconda Area, including the Mamba, Adder, Anaconda, Cascabel, Viper, and Cobra zones. To date in 2022, B2Gold has completed approximately 116,000 m of combined diamond, reverse circulation and aircore drilling on targets near the Fekola Mine and the Anaconda Area. In addition, approximately 9,000 m of drilling has been completed to date on the newly acquired Bakolobi permit.
Click here to view Figure 1. Fekola Complex Overview
Mamba Zone
Ongoing exploration in the Anaconda Area continues to generate positive drill results in both saprolite and sulphide domains and demonstrates upside potential to the updated Anaconda Area Mineral Resource estimate, constrained within a conceptual pit shell at a gold price of $1,800 per ounce, which included an initial Indicated Mineral Resource estimate of 32,400,000 tonnes at 1.08 g/t gold for a total 1,130,000 ounces of gold, and an Inferred Mineral Resource estimate of 63,700,000 tonnes at 1.12 g/t gold for 2,280,000 ounces of gold.
Drilling targeting the deeper portions of the Mamba Main sulphide shoot has been particularly successful, as demonstrated by the results of holes BND_108, BND_101, and BND_104, confirming the continuity of the high grade sulphide mineralization and extending the Mamba Main sulphide shoot to over 700 m down plunge. The results from holes MSD_228 and MSD_226 suggest that multiple high grade sulphide shoots may be present in the Mamba Zone. Ongoing drilling will continue to test the potential for Fekola-style, south plunging bodies of sulphide mineralization, which remain open down plunge.
Click here to view Figure 2. Mamba Long Section
Approximately 1.2 kilometers north of the Mamba Main sulphide shoot, hole BND_093 returned 2.06 g/t gold over 22.75 m from 199.55 m, demonstrating additional sulphide potential at Mamba NE which is hosted in a separate northeast-trending structure from the Mamba Main mineralization.
Three drill rigs are currently drilling the Mamba Zone, with approximately 16,000 m to be completed during the remainder of 2022.
Select results from the Mamba Zone exploration drilling include:
Note: Saprolite composites are reported above a 0.2 g/t gold cutoff and sulphide composites above 0.6 g/t gold cutoff, applying a maximum internal dilution of 5 m.
Cobra Zone (2 kilometers east of the Mamba Zone)
The Cobra Zone has over 8 kilometers of known strike extent, from Menankoto South to the southern end of the Bakolobi permit. The Cobra Zone is being targeted as a source of additional sulphide mineralization within the Anaconda Area. Recent drilling highlights include hole MSD_227, which intersected 2.02 g/t gold over 25.30 m (approximately 20 m true width) from 201.70 m, and 6.75 g/t gold over 13.80 m from 244.40 m, confirming the potential for economic grade and width combinations in the sulphide mineralization. Closer to surface, hole MSR_959 intersected 3.33 g/t gold over 12.00 m from 107.00 m in saprolite mineralization. The Company believes that the Cobra Zone may extend onto the Bakolobi permit and are currently drilling this extension target.
Click here to view Figure 3 - Menankoto - Bakolobi Drill Targets
Select results from the Cobra Zone exploration drilling include:
Note: Saprolite composites are reported above a 0.2 g/t gold cutoff and sulphide composites above 0.6 g/t gold cutoff, applying a maximum internal dilution of 5 m.
Three drill rigs are currently drilling the Cobra Zone, with approximately 18,000 m to be completed during the remainder of 2022.
For the remainder of 2022, the Company will focus on follow up drilling to extend the known sulphide mineralization at the Anaconda Area, including the Mamba, Cobra and Adder zones, and several other targets below the saprolite mineralization, with approximately 45,000 m to be completed overall.
In April 2022, the Company acquired the Bakolobi permit, which is located between the Menankoto South permit and the Medinandi permit, covering an area of 100 km2 and providing approximately 25 kilometers of contiguous exploration potential along the prolific Senegal-Mali Shear Zone. An initial 9,000 m of aircore drilling and reverse circulation drilling has been completed since the acquisition. Drilling is focused on the southward extension of known resources in the Adder Zone and will also test the southward extension of sulphide mineralization on the Cobra Zone. The Company believes that the Bakolobi permit is a highly prospective area that has the potential to provide for the near-term addition of both saprolite and sulphide hosted gold deposits.
B2Gold's acquisition of Oklo Resources Limited and its flagship Dandoko project, which is anticipated to be completed on September 19, 2022, will extend the footprint of B2Gold's exploration in Mali to over 1,700 km2 and add the Dandoko project's JORC 2012 compliant Measured and Indicated Mineral Resource estimate of 8.70 million tonnes at 1.88 g/t gold for 528,000 ounces of gold and an Inferred Mineral Resource estimate of 2.63 million tonnes at 1.67 g/t gold for 141,000 ounces of gold, to B2Gold's rapidly growing Mineral Resource inventory in the region. The Company believes there is strong potential to extend the mineralization at the Dandoko project. Initial drilling on the Dandoko project is expected to commence in the fourth quarter of 2022.
In 2022, the Company budgeted $33 million for development of infrastructure for Phase I saprolite mining at the Anaconda Area, including road construction. Based on the updated Mineral Resource estimate and B2Gold's preliminary planning, the Company has demonstrated that a pit situated on the Anaconda Area could provide selective higher grade saprolite material (average grade of 2.2 g/t gold) to be trucked to and fed into the Fekola mill at a rate of 1.5 million tonnes per annum. With the anticipated closing of the acquisition of Oklo and its flagship Dandoko project on September 19, 2022, the Company is currently evaluating its options for the timing and sourcing of material on a regional basis from all deposits within the Fekola Complex area (including Fekola, Cardinal, Dandoko, Bakalobi and the Anaconda Area). This updated evaluation is expected to be completed by the end of 2022, with first saprolite production now anticipated in the second quarter of 2023. Subject to obtaining all necessary permits and completion of a final development plan, the Company intends to commence its planned Phase I infrastructure development in the fourth quarter of 2022. Trucking of selective higher grade saprolite material to the Fekola mill would increase the ore processed and annual gold production from the Fekola mill, with the potential to add an average of approximately 80,000 to 100,000 ounces of gold per year to the Fekola mill's annual production.
Based on the updated Mineral Resource estimate and the 2022 exploration drilling results, the Company has commenced a Phase II scoping study to review the project economics of constructing a stand-alone mill near the Anaconda Area. Subject to receipt of a positive Phase II scoping study, the Company expects that the saprolite material would continue to be trucked to and fed into the Fekola mill during the construction period for the Anaconda Area stand-alone mill.
The primary laboratories for Fekola are SGS Laboratories in Bamako, Mali and Bureau Veritas Laboratories in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire. Periodically, exploration samples will be analyzed at the Fekola Mine laboratory. At each laboratory, samples are prepared and analyzed using 50-gram fire assay with atomic absorption finish and/or gravimetric finish. Umpire assays are used to monitor lab performance monthly.
Quality assurance and quality control procedures include the systematic insertion of blanks, standards and duplicates into the core, reverse circulation and aircore drilling sample strings. The results of the control samples are evaluated on a regular basis with batches re-analyzed and/or resubmitted as needed. All results stated in this announcement have passed B2Gold's quality assurance and quality control protocols.
B2Gold is a low-cost international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines and numerous exploration and development projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia, Finland and Uzbekistan. B2Gold forecasts total consolidated gold production of between 990,000 and 1,050,000 ounces in 2022.
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Tom Garagan, Senior Vice President of Exploration at B2Gold, a qualified person under NI 43-101, has reviewed and approved the information contained in this news release.
ON BEHALF OF B2GOLD CORP.
"Clive T. Johnson"
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Production guidance presented in this news release reflect total production at the mines B2Gold operates on a 100% project basis. Please see our Annual Information Form dated March 30, 2022 for a discussion of our ownership interest in the mines B2Gold operates.
This news release includes certain "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively "forward-looking statement") within the meaning of applicable Canadian and United States securities legislation, including: projections; outlook; guidance; forecasts; estimates; statements regarding future or estimated financial and operational performance, gold production and sales, revenues and cash flows, and capital costs (sustaining and non-sustaining) and operating costs, and including, without limitation: statements regarding the Transaction, including, without limitation, the completion of the Oklo transaction, including receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals, including from the TSX and NYSE MKT, and the satisfaction of conditions; total consolidated gold production of between 990,000 and 1,050,000 ounces in 2022. All statements in this news release that address events or developments that we expect to occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, although not always, identified by words such as "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "project", "target", "potential", "schedule", "forecast", "budget", "estimate", "intend" or "believe" and similar expressions or their negative connotations, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could", "should" or "might" occur. All such forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management as of the date such statements are made.
Forward-looking statements necessarily involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond B2Gold's control, including risks associated with or related to: the duration and extent of the COVID-19 pandemic, the effectiveness of preventative measures and contingency plans put in place by the Company to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, including, but not limited to, social distancing, a non-essential travel ban, business continuity plans, and efforts to mitigate supply chain disruptions; escalation of travel restrictions on people or products and reductions in the ability of the Company to transport and refine doré; the volatility of metal prices and B2Gold's common shares; changes in tax laws; the dangers inherent in exploration, development and mining activities; the uncertainty of reserve and resource estimates; not achieving production, cost or other estimates; actual production, development plans and costs differing materially from the estimates in B2Gold's feasibility and other studies; the ability to obtain and maintain any necessary permits, consents or authorizations required for mining activities; environmental regulations or hazards and compliance with complex regulations associated with mining activities; climate change and climate change regulations; the ability to replace mineral reserves and identify acquisition opportunities; the unknown liabilities of companies acquired by B2Gold; the ability to successfully integrate new acquisitions; fluctuations in exchange rates; the availability of financing; financing and debt activities, including potential restrictions imposed on B2Gold's operations as a result thereof and the ability to generate sufficient cash flows; operations in foreign and developing countries and the compliance with foreign laws, including those associated with operations in Mali, Namibia, the Philippines and Colombia and including risks related to changes in foreign laws and changing policies related to mining and local ownership requirements or resource nationalization generally, including in response to the COVID-19 outbreak; remote operations and the availability of adequate infrastructure; fluctuations in price and availability of energy and other inputs necessary for mining operations; shortages or cost increases in necessary equipment, supplies and labour; regulatory, political and country risks, including local instability or acts of terrorism and the effects thereof; the reliance upon contractors, third parties and joint venture partners; the lack of sole decision-making authority related to Filminera Resources Corporation, which owns the Masbate Project; challenges to title or surface rights; the dependence on key personnel and the ability to attract and retain skilled personnel; the risk of an uninsurable or uninsured loss; adverse climate and weather conditions; litigation risk; competition with other mining companies; community support for B2Gold's operations, including risks related to strikes and the halting of such operations from time to time; conflicts with small scale miners; failures of information systems or information security threats; the ability to maintain adequate internal controls over financial reporting as required by law, including Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act; compliance with anti-corruption laws, and sanctions or other similar measures; social media and B2Gold's reputation; risks affecting Calibre having an impact on the value of the Company's investment in Calibre, and potential dilution of our equity interest in Calibre; as well as other factors identified and as described in more detail under the heading "Risk Factors" in B2Gold's most recent Annual Information Form, B2Gold's current Form 40-F Annual Report and B2Gold's other filings with Canadian securities regulators and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), which may be viewed at www.sedar.com and www.sec.gov, respectively (the "Websites"). The list is not exhaustive of the factors that may affect B2Gold's forward-looking statements
B2Gold's forward-looking statements are based on the applicable assumptions and factors management considers reasonable as of the date hereof, based on the information available to management at such time. These assumptions and factors include, but are not limited to, assumptions and factors related to B2Gold's ability to carry on current and future operations, including: the duration and effects of COVID-19 on our operations and workforce; development and exploration activities; the timing, extent, duration and economic viability of such operations, including any mineral resources or reserves identified thereby; the accuracy and reliability of estimates, projections, forecasts, studies and assessments; B2Gold's ability to meet or achieve estimates, projections and forecasts; the availability and cost of inputs; the price and market for outputs, including gold; foreign exchange rates; taxation levels; the timely receipt of necessary approvals or permits; the ability to meet current and future obligations; the ability to obtain timely financing on reasonable terms when required; the current and future social, economic and political conditions; and other assumptions and factors generally associated with the mining industry.
B2Gold's forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management and reflect their current expectations regarding future events and operating performance and speak only as of the date hereof. B2Gold does not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements if circumstances or management's beliefs, expectations or opinions should change other than as required by applicable law. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements. Accordingly, no assurance can be given that any events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do, what benefits or liabilities B2Gold will derive therefrom. For the reasons set forth above, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements.
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Mr. Gavrilis Will Lead High Point's Efforts in Establishing a Platform in the Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems ("C-UAS") Market
DALLAS, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Highlander Partners, a leading private investment firm with over $2 billion of assets under management, today announced the founding of High Point Aerotechnologies LLC ("High Point" or "High Point Aerotech"). High Point is a holding company formed to pursue the rapidly evolving C-UAS industry through the acquisition and development of established operating companies, emerging technologies, and industry experts. Jim Gavrilis has been recruited to lead High Point as President and CEO. He brings a diverse and distinguished background from military, business, and academia, with extensive expertise in electronic warfare and UAS technology.
Jim is a former U.S. Army officer with over 24 years of experience in command and staff. He has served overseas in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East in training, peacekeeping, and combat operations, including two tours in Iraq commanding and directing joint, interagency, and multinational counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations. Throughout his career, Jim served in the 25th Infantry Division, the 3rd and 5th Special Forces Groups, USASOC, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the Army Staff's Special Operations Division.
After retiring from the Army, Jim held senior level positions with several private sector defense contractors. He has served as Vice President for Special Operations Programs, Chief of Staff, and Director of Strategic Initiatives in a variety of Defense and Intelligence companies. He has also served as Senior Advisor to the Center for Naval Analyses, the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, and USSOCOM. In academia, Jim has taught graduate courses at Georgetown University and George Washington University, and has taught at the State Department's Foreign Service Institute.
Jim Gavrilis remarked: "I am extremely excited to take the helm at High Point and work alongside Highlander. We are committed to supporting the defense of our nation against this evolving threat and will remain mission focused on developing needed capabilities for the U.S. and our Allies. With the right team and targeted acquisitions, we have a significant opportunity to create a leadership position in the dynamic C-UAS market. We are in the process of recruiting subject matter experts to join the High Point team, and we intend to analyze both mature businesses and developing technologies for potential acquisition."
"We have been highly focused on exploring the C-UAS arena," commented Ben Slater, Partner at Highlander. "The industry is young, fragmented and has remarkable growth potential. Our objective is to build a substantial C-UAS platform, and the establishment of High Point demonstrates Highlander's dedication to this effort. In this nascent industry built on emerging technology, deep and practical expertise is a requisite and Jim is the perfect leader for this undertaking."
Larry Hirsch, Chairman of Highlander Partners, added, "Under Jim's experienced leadership, we intend to deploy Highlander's creative approach to company-building to become a significant factor in the emerging C-UAS industry, which is of critical importance to our national security."
About Highlander Partners, L.P.
Highlander Partners, L.P. is a Dallas-based private investment firm with over $2 billion of assets under management. The firm focuses on making investments in businesses in targeted industries in which the principals of the firm have significant operating and investing experience. Highlander Partners employs a buy and build investment approach, creating value by helping companies grow both organically and through acquisitions. For more information, visit www.highlander-partners.com.
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David Wyler of Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia Recognized for Exceptional Customer Service and Sales Success
FAIRFIELD, Ohio, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- David Wyler of Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia has been named by Kia America as one of only 40 dealers in the United States to earn a spot in the brand's prestigious President's Club. Selected from the network of nearly 800 retailers, the Kia President's Club recognizes dealers that have achieved the highest overall sales volume and provided outstanding customer satisfaction. This is the 2nd time that Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia has received President's Club honors.
"2021 was an important year in the growth of the Kia brand in the United States, and on behalf of the Kia family, I would like to recognize and thank David Wyler and the staff at Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia for their commitment to exemplary sales performance and top-notch customer satisfaction," said Sean Yoon, president and CEO of Kia North America and Kia America.
Despite supply chain challenges in 2021, Kia surpassed 700,000 units for the first time. Five of the brand's most popular models – Forte, Niro EV, Seltos, Sportage and Telluride – also reached all-time annual sales records. In addition, 2021 saw a big jump in demand for Kia's hybrid and battery electric vehicles, with sales up 97 percent year over year. The Telluride SUV was named "Edmunds Top Rated SUV" for the third consecutive year, and both Telluride and Seltos SUVs were repeat Kelley Blue Book "Best Buy" winners.
The 2021 Kia President's Club honorees receive dealership promotional materials and awards, as well as a custom-made crystal 2021 Kia President's Club statuette.
The Jeff Wyler Automotive Family operates 23 dealerships in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. In business since 1973, they rank in the top 40 of over 17,000 franchised dealerships for annual sales.
Contact: Kevin Frye,
Jeff Wyler Auto Family,
(513) 752-7450 x10131
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An attorney for Britney Spears (right) has released a statement about a series of videos posted on social media by the singer's ex-husband, Kevin Federline.
An attorney for Britney Spears is speaking out against a series of videos posted by the singer's ex-husband, Kevin Federline.
On Wednesday, Federline posted to Instagram multiple videos that he said were filmed by Spears' sons several years ago in which she appears to have verbal disagreements and uses harsh language with her two children. The videos have since been removed from the social media platform, but they were published by TMZ. In a statement to CNN, Spears' attorney said they are "working with Instagram to ensure that Mr. Federline adheres to its rules, and we are exploring all appropriate relief against him."
"Whether he realizes it or not, Mr. Federline has not only violated the privacy and dignity of the mother of his children, he has undermined his own children, whose privacy he should protect," Mathew Rosengart, Spears' attorney said. "Mr. Federline's ill-advised decision to post an old video of his 11 and 12-year-old children was cruel, bottom of the barrel stuff."
Federline had said in his post that his family chose to share the videos to illustrate why they have more recently distanced themselves from Spears. CNN has reached out to an attorney for Federline for comment.
"It has been my honor to work with Britney, to suspend her father as conservator, to help her gain her freedom and dignity, and to help protect her from the type of bullying she endured in the past - and we will not tolerate bullying in any area," Rosengart said.
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Police seize nearly 150 pounds of marijuana after pursuit ends in crash
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD/Gray News) - Authorities in Texas are investigating an incident from earlier this week that ended in an arrest and them finding several pounds of drugs.
KCBD reports troopers attempted to stop an SUV on Thursday afternoon for a traffic violation on a highway in Lubbock, Texas. The vehicle initially stopped, but officials said when a trooper approached, it took off.
Law enforcement agencies followed the vehicle until it crashed into a Jeep at a local intersection. Troopers said three people then jumped out of the car, but they were able to arrest one of the occupants.
Authorities said they found nearly 150 pounds of marijuana connected to the incident.
Texas troopers, Lubbock police and Lubbock County sheriff’s deputies report they continue to search for the two other people who left the scene.
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Dear Nick,
Since our meeting at your office in the fall of 2014, I have tried several times to reach you about a number of civic projects that seem to be right up your alley. As others have noted, it is near impossible to get you to return a telephone call for the necessary two-way conversation.
During our meeting, I suggested a small roundtable of enlightened billionaires, such as yourself, in Washington, D.C., to achieve a much higher level of impact favoring the interest of the people. You replied, “If I could pull them together, you would attend?” Unfortunately, this didn’t happen. Billionaires prefer to return calls from billionaires.
Let me explain. While you have become an overachiever in wealth and publicly declared concerns for people’s well-being coming from your previous status, you are an underachiever given your present super-successful status.
Many people know you not from your “managing, funding or financing of over 30 companies, with market values of tens of billions of dollars” (quoting from your website), but from your articles in major publications calling for higher minimum wages and blasting trillions of dollars in stock buybacks. You argued years ago that corporations like Walmart should use such monies to elevate their workers to at least $15 per hour, not just because these laborers need the money, but also because such a policy would obviously increase consumer demand and stimulate the economy.
You once warned major capitalists that if they keep their heads in the sand, “the pitchforks are coming.” That phrase rang around the country for a while, but the impasse in Congress is blocking an increase in the federal minimum wage and other labor protections. (Fortunately, some states and cities have raised their minimum wage.)
In 2015, you started Civic Ventures, which you called “a group of political troublemakers” that “rejects trickle-down economics in all of its forms” and moves to “improve the lives of the typical family in our community and country, including all consumers, workers, innovators and citizens,” by creating “systemic disruptive change that improves the lives of our fellow citizens and community. Said another way, we seek to prevent poverty, rather than treat the symptoms of poverty.”
I especially applaud your crisp declaration:
“The tenets of trickle-down economics — tax cuts for the rich, deregulation for the powerful, and wage suppression for you — have turned economic inequality into the defining issue of our time.”
You have an exceptionally well-articulated mission statement. Civic Ventures invites what I have asked you to consider repeatedly. I have recently requested to speak with you for your non-monetary participation for one hour during a one-day event to help thwart the fall of our Republic into authoritarian grips after the November election. To date, I have been unable to make direct contact with you. This initiative meets uncannily your five criteria for engaging in “local and national civic actions.” You know well that our democracy and political system rest on the quality and timing of our civic actions.
However, there is something even more basic than civic actions. That is initiating communications about civic actions. Without communication between two or more people, nothing happens. Everybody knows this, but far too many people, in this cluttered Internet age, do not practice what they know. (Starting with members of Congress, I might add, regarding serious matters of policy and action.)
All the above is a way of elaborating why I think you are such an underachiever relative to what you can now accomplish with the resources, experience and intellect you have thus far aggregated. From your present perch, you could galvanize a small number of enlightened billionaires to accomplish significant needed changes quickly and sustainably, especially in this momentous year of 2022.
You can get your calls returned and for serious purposes, including revoking the Reagan-SEC repeal in 1982 of stock buybacks as illegal stock manipulation. Add ending the “carried interest” loophole, which is draining an estimated $18 billion a year from the public treasury because not one full-time advocate is working Congress on this low-hanging fruit.
With President Biden and about half of the Congress already supportive of these three reforms, along with way over half the public, hire a dozen strong citizen advocates to work Capitol Hill and weave this tapestry for successful results. The time is ripe for action, not just great talk.
If you wish to recommunicate after eight years, you have my telephone number. Do it now, for tempus fugit.
Best wishes,
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Metro Diner marks the holiday with sweet deals at locations nationwide
TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The fifth anniversary of National Fried Chicken & Waffle Day will arrive Monday, August 8, and Metro Diner has a celebration to savor. All locations that day will offer the popular dish for dine-in at just $10.99, regularly priced of $15.99. Paired with this offer, Metro Diner is hosting a social contest where one lucky fan has the chance to win FREE Fried Chicken & Waffles for one year.
Metro Diner's famous Fried Chicken & Waffle dish comes with half a fried chicken nestled next to a fluffy Belgian waffle topped with powdered sugar and sweet strawberry butter, served with the diner's signature sweet and spicy sauce. Metro Diner starts preparing the chicken 48 hours before serving; it's brined for 24 hours and then marinated for an additional 24 hours.
The dish has been featured on The Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives hosted by celebrity chef Guy Fieri and earns raves from guests, which is why it's no surprise the Fried Chicken & Waffle is the No. 1 dish served at Metro Diner. Since the holiday's inception in 2018, the diner has served over 2.2 million orders – that's over 8.8 million pieces of Fried Chicken!
"Our guests have helped make Fried Chicken & Waffles a smashing success for breakfast, lunch and dinner," said Metro Diner Co-Chairman Hugh Connerty. "We're excited to have even more to celebrate this year as we mark thirty years of serving diners the comfort foods they love to return to again and again."
Joining the Fried Chicken & Waffle festivities, Metro Diner is honoring 30 years of serving hearty American favorites to guests. To celebrate, diners can enjoy the restaurant's Anniversary Diner Flashbacks featuring a rotating menu of past beloved dishes, including the Pittsburgh Steak Salad – another Fieri favorite. Tune in online to see what's next.
The full menu is available for dine-in, takeout, curbside pick-up, or delivery. Guests may order by visiting www.metrodiner.com.
Established in 1992 by the Davoli family with a single eatery in Jacksonville, Metro Diner is among the nation's fastest growing locally owned and operated family dining concepts, with 59 locations across the country. Metro Diner is known for its warm, welcoming service, large portion sizes and serious diner food. Metro Diner has received many accolades including features on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and Cooking Channel's Cheap Eats. To learn more about Metro Diner, find a full list of locations or place a catering order, visit www.metrodiner.com and "Like" Metro Diner on Facebook, or follow @MetroDiner on Instagram and Twitter.
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VANCOUVER, BC, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - DESERT MOUNTAIN ENERGY CORP. (the "Company") (TSXV: DME) (U.S. OTC: DMEHF) (Frankfurt: QM01) is pleased to announce that it is proceeding with a non-brokered private placement offering to raise up to CAD $5 Million. Under the terms of the private placement, the Company will offer for sale up to 1.667 million Units (the "Units") at CAD $3.00 per Unit. The Company may in its sole discretion increase the maximum of the offering by up to 5% to a maximum of 1.75 million Units.
Each Unit will consist of one common share of the Company and one share purchase warrant (the "Warrants"), with each whole Warrant allowing the subscriber to purchase one additional share of the Company for a period of three years from the date of the closing at a price of CAD $4.00 per share. The expiry of the Warrants may be accelerated at the election of the Company by written notice if the closing price for the common shares on the TSX Venture Exchange shall be equal to or greater than CAD $8.00 per share for a minimum of ten consecutive trading days. Finder's fees are payable of up to 7% in cash and 5% in finder warrants, with the finder warrants having an exercise price of CAD $4.00 per share, but with no forced conversion. Proceeds from the private placement will be utilized for exploration and development of the Company's helium projects, as well as working capital and general corporate purposes.
The Units will be subject to a 4-month hold period. The private placement is subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.
"We, like every other Company, are dealing with inflationary and supply chain bottleneck pressures," says Robert Rohlfing, CEO of Desert Mountain Energy Corp. "Having a healthy treasury has been invaluable in staying ahead of inflation by prepaying for essential components of our business such as cement, fuel and steel. This raise with minimal dilution allows us to continue with that strategy."
Desert Mountain Energy Corp. is a publicly traded resource company primarily focused on exploration, development and production of helium, hydrogen and noble gases. The Company is primarily looking for elements deemed critical to the renewable energy and high technology industries.
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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in polices of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. The statements made in this press release may contain certain forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual events or results may differ from the Company's expectations.
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Such forward looking statements and information herein include but are not limited to statements regarding the Company's anticipated performance in the future the planned exploration activities, receipt of positive results from drilling, the completion of further drilling and exploration work, and the timing and results of various activities.
Forward-looking statements or information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company and its operations to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such statements. Such factors include, among others, changes in national and local governments, legislation, taxation, controls, regulations and political or economic developments in Canada and the United States; financial risks due to helium prices, operating or technical difficulties in exploration and development activities; risks and hazards and the speculative nature of resource exploration and related development; risks in obtaining necessary licenses and permits, and challenges to the Company's title to properties.
Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions management believes to be reasonable, including but not limited to the continued operation of the Company's exploration operations, no material adverse change in the market price of commodities, and such other assumptions and factors as set out herein. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or information, there may be other factors that cause results to be materially different from those anticipated, described, estimated, assessed or intended. There can be no assurance that any forward-looking statements or information will prove to be accurate as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements or information. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. The Company does not intend to, and nor does not assume any obligation to update such forward-looking statements or information, other than as required by applicable law.
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Actor Johnny Depp has resumed testifying in his defamation trial against and Amber Heard in a Fairfax, Virginia court.
His fourth day on the stand, Depp is currently under cross-examination by Heard's attorney, Ben Rottenborn. He is being questioned about audio recordings of arguments with Heard.
Depp is suing Heard, his ex-wife, for $50 million over a 2018 op-ed she wrote for The Washington Post in which she described herself as a "public figure representing domestic abuse." Though Depp was not named in the article, he claims it cost him lucrative acting work.
Both Heard and Depp, who met in 2009 and were married from 2015-2016, accuse the other of acts of physical violence during their relationship. They have both denied the other's claims.
The former couple settled their divorce in August 2016, releasing a joint statement which read in part, "Our relationship was intensely passionate and at times volatile, but always bound by love."
The trial, which started on April 11, is set to last six weeks. Heard has not yet testified.
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With a growing body of scientific and medical research suggesting potential risks of blue light exposure, the Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0 represent the next generation of blue light standards for the global display industry.
SHANGHAI and MINNEAPOLIS, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TÜV Rheinland Group (TÜV Rheinland), a global leader in third-party testing and certification, and Eyesafe, a leader in blue light management and display solutions, today announced the release of the Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0. The partners introduced the Eyesafe® Display Requirements 1.0 in 2019, establishing an industry benchmark for low blue light emissions. Global PC companies and suppliers including Dell, HP, Lenovo, Acer, GIGABYTE, BenQ, LG Display, BOE and others have since adopted the requirements for a broad array of products from OLED TVs to high performance laptops and monitors.
The decision to develop and release the new Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0 is based on advancements in research – specifically, a more complete understanding of the potential risks associated with exposure to blue light. The Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0 simplify the existing requirements and focuses on Blue Light Toxicity Factor (BLTF) as the primary metric of blue light risk, utilizing a more complete portion of the blue light hazard region on the spectrum of visible light. The Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0 are available here.
The Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0 establish a limit of 0.085 for BLTF and address the industry's need for accurate color quality. The new requirements are detailed in the accompanying white paper titled "Defining Blue Light Requirements for Digital Displays." The new requirements reflect the input of world-renowned optometrists and ophthalmologists. TÜV Rheinland will begin offering the Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0 Certification in July 2022.
Along with the simplified requirements, TÜV Rheinland and Eyesafe are introducing the concept of Radiance Protection Factor for Display (RPF®). The introduction of RPF® will translate BLTF into a numerical scale from 0-100, making Eyesafe® Display Requirements easy to understand for consumers. Consumer electronics companies will be able to utilize RPF® as a mechanism to help consumers identify and compare the blue light protection of a given device. The chart here illustrates how RPF® for Display works.
"With screen time up significantly since the onset of COVID-19, the Eyesafe® Display Standards are more important than ever for the global population," said Dr. David Friess, chair of the Eyesafe Vision Health Advisory Board, which played a key role in defining the Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0. "The update simplifies and focuses the requirements against the area of most concern in regard to high-energy blue light and provides a simple metric with RPF® to help consumers understand reduction levels."
"The introduction of Radiance Protection Factor, or RPF®, as the new key performance metric that can be used to compare levels of blue light protection among different display options, removes the guesswork from consumers who have seen a massive proliferation and demand for low blue light devices in the marketplace in the past two years," added Dr. Dagny Zhu, a member of the Eyesafe Vision Health Advisory Board.
"TÜV Rheinland and Eyesafe have been leaders in defining a set of requirements for blue light management. The announcement of the Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0 comes at a critical juncture for the global display industry," remarked Frank Holzmann, Global Vice President of TÜV Rheinland Business Field Electrical. "As more and more brands offer low blue light display options, it's imperative that independent certification bodies like TÜV Rheinland offer more trustworthy and reliable information to consumers. With that goal in mind, we believe the new RPF® scale empowers brands and consumers to understand the level of blue light reduction in a simplified way. TÜV Rheinland has always been on the forefront of establishing benchmarks for the industry."
"When we introduced the original Eyesafe® Display Requirements in 2019, the industry was just beginning to offer low blue light devices to consumers," remarked Justin Barrett, the CEO and co-founder of Eyesafe. "Now that we are seeing broad-based adoption of low blue light as a necessary and standard feature in displays, it's important that we continue our leadership role in pushing the industry forward by introducing the Eyesafe® Display Requirements 2.0. This will set the benchmark for the next generation of displays."
"We believe RPF® will make it easy for consumers to quickly differentiate among competing devices that offer 'low blue light,'" added Barrett. "The RPF® scale puts the power of choice back in the hands of the consumer by enabling them to make the best decision for themselves, their employees, or their loved ones by knowing precisely how much blue light is emitted from the device."
To learn more about the TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® Certification program, contact your TÜV Rheinland representative.
About TÜV Rheinland
TÜV Rheinland stands for safety and quality in virtually all areas of business and life. Founded 150 years ago, the company is one of the world's leading testing service providers with more than 20,600 employees and annual revenues of around 2 billion euros. TÜV Rheinland's highly qualified experts test technical systems and products around the world, support innovations in technology and business, train people in numerous professions and certify management systems according to international standards. In doing so, the independent experts generate trust in products as well as processes across global value-adding chains and the flow of commodities. Since 2006, TÜV Rheinland has been a member of the United Nations Global Compact to promote sustainability and combat corruption. Learn more at www.tuv.com
About Eyesafe
Eyesafe Inc. is the worldwide supplier of advanced blue light mitigating technology, solutions, and standards. With pioneering products and services, in collaboration with healthcare, Eyesafe is shaping the future of consumer electronics designed with human health in mind. Eyesafe® Standards, Eyesafe® technology, and the associated intellectual property portfolio is developed by a world-class team of eye doctors, engineers, and scientists with decades of experience in electronics, display materials, light management, optometry, and ophthalmology. The Eyesafe brand is trusted by consumers and integrated in millions of digital devices from Dell, HP, Lenovo, ZAGG and others. Eyesafe was recently ranked #5 in the computer hardware category in the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America. Learn more at eyesafe.com.
About the Eyesafe Vision Health Advisory Board
The Eyesafe Vision Health Advisory Board is a group of world-renowned optometrists and ophthalmologists who consult with Eyesafe to provide valuable insights that help drive research on the effects of blue light on the eyes and brain. They also help guide the development of Eyesafe® technology and industry standards to limit blue light emitted by the displays of electronic devices and other sources. Click here to learn more.
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GREENVILLE, S.C., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Community Bank is proud to announce it once again ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Consumer Banking in the Southeast according to the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction Study℠. This marks the 8th out of the last 9 years that United has received this recognition, and the third consecutive year.
The J.D. Power U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction Study is the longest-running and most in-depth study of the retail banking industry. Now in its 17th year, the annual study analyzes retail banking customers' satisfaction with their primary financial institution and the impact it has on bottom-line metrics, such as retention, loyalty, and advocacy.
"I'm tremendously proud of the team to receive this recognition once again. Service is at the heart of our company culture and we're pleased that our customers receive satisfaction as a result of our commitment. We are honored to have the ability to serve our communities," said Lynn Harton, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of United Community Bank. "As customer preferences for communication and technology have evolved, we remain committed to providing excellent service across all channels of our company to meet their financial needs."
This year's study featured a redesigned methodology that is more reflective of the industry's evolution and how consumers now conceptualize satisfaction with their primary retail bank. The new methodology also has "an increased emphasis on emotional and relationship-oriented experiences, while continuing to measure more traditional metrics related to transactional and operational retail banking experiences." The redesigned Retail Banking Index Model is comprised of seven (7) factors, of which United ranked highest in six (6); 1) Account offerings, 2) Allowing customers to bank how and when I want (Convenience), 3) People, 4) Saving time and money, 5) Trust and 6) Resolving Problems or Complaints (Problem Resolution).
The 2022 study is based on responses from 101,587 retail banking customers belonging to more than 170 of the largest banks in the United States regarding their experiences with their retail bank. It was fielded from April 2021 through January 2022. For more information about the U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction Study, visit https://www.jdpower.com/business/press-releases/2022-us-retail-banking-satisfaction-study.
About United Community Banks, Inc.
United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQGS: UCBI) provides a full range of banking, wealth management and mortgage services for relationship-oriented consumers and business owners. The company, known as "The Bank That SERVICE Built," has been recognized nationally for delivering award-winning service. At December 31, 2021, United had $20.9 billion in assets and 171 offices in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee along with a national SBA lending franchise and a national equipment lending subsidiary. Through its January 1, 2022 acquisition of Reliant Bancorp and its wholly-owned banking subsidiary, Reliant Bank, United added $3 billion in assets and 25 banking offices in high growth markets in Tennessee. In 2022, J.D. Power ranked United highest in customer satisfaction with retail banking in the Southeast, marking eight out of the last nine years United earned the coveted award. United was also named one of the "Best Banks to Work For" by American Banker in 2021 for the fifth consecutive year based on employee satisfaction. Forbes included United in its inaugural list of the World's Best Banks in 2019 and again in 2020. Forbes also recognized United on its 2022 list of the 100 Best Banks in America for the ninth consecutive year. United also received ten (10) Greenwich Excellence Awards in 2021 for excellence in Small Business Banking and Middle Market Banking, including national awards for Overall Satisfaction and Likelihood to Recommend. Additional information about United can be found at www.ucbi.com.
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Agency to cover travel to Oregon for healthcare services
PORTLAND, Ore., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rain the Growth Agency, a leading independent, full-service DTC advertising agency, has announced a new women's healthcare benefit allowing employees and their partners to travel to Oregon to receive women's reproductive healthcare services if they do not have local access due to the recent Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. The benefit will cover travel and accommodations through a "no questions asked," completely confidential process. The agency launched the benefit internally earlier this year.
"As a women-led and founded organization, we are extremely disappointed in the Supreme Court ruling made last week," said Rain the Growth Agency's co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Michelle Cardinal. "It's frankly shocking we need to make these considerations in 2022, but we are passionately committed to ensuring that our employees, who reside in more than 30 states, have equal access to the healthcare that they need."
The new benefit is added to Rain the Growth Agency's already comprehensive benefits package that takes working mothers and families into consideration. The agency is based in Portland, Oregon, but has virtual employees all around the country. The organization made the decision early into the pandemic to provide all employees with remote flexibility. Other benefits include up to 18 weeks of maternity leave for birthing mothers and 12 weeks for paternity leave.
Healthcare services will be covered under normal insurance plan benefits and time off will fall under paid family and medical leave. Employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave each year.
"We are fortunate to be headquartered in the state of Oregon where women's reproductive health procedures are protected by law. As we collectively monitor the long-term impacts of the reversal of Roe v. Wade, we will continue taking part in discussions about how businesses can help protect rights for underrepresented people," said Jane Crisan, Rain the Growth Agency President and Chief Operating Officer.
Rain the Growth Agency joins other organizations such as Amazon, Walt Disney Co., Meta, Dick's Sporting Goods and Pinterest that are providing reproductive healthcare to employees who may no longer have access in their home states.
Rain the Growth Agency is an independent, women-led, performance-minded, fully integrated advertising agency. We link strategy, creative and production with audience targeting, dynamic cross-channel media investment and advanced analytics to achieve sales and branding goals simultaneously, without compromise. Our holistic Transactional Brand Building approach produces transformational growth for clients ranging from DTC fast companies and category disruptors to established brands with traditional models. For more than 20 years, we have been scaling businesses such as Peloton, Chewy, Wayfair, Headspace, Humana, USAA, 23andMe, SimpliSafe and 1-800 Contacts. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon and co-founded in 1998 by Michelle Cardinal, our agency has grown to 300 employees nationwide.
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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The special board appointed by President Joe Biden to intervene in stalled railroad contract talks suggested Tuesday that 115,000 rail workers should get 24% raises and thousands of dollars in bonuses as part of a new agreement to avert a strike.
Railroads and unions will use those recommendations as the basis for a new round of negotiations over the next month. It remains to be seen, however, whether railroads will agree to the higher wages or find ways to address union concerns about working conditions.
If the two sides can’t agree on a new deal by mid September, federal law would allow a strike or lockout. But Congress is likely to intervene before then to keep the supply chain moving.
A railroad strike could devastate businesses that rely on Union Pacific, BNSF, Norfolk Southern, CSX and other major freight railroads to deliver raw materials and ship their products. In past national rail labor disputes, lawmakers have voted to impose terms on the railroads before workers could strike.
A White House official said Biden is optimistic the report will provide a good framework for successful negotiations because avoiding a rail shutdown is in the nation’s interests.
The report was distributed to the parties Tuesday, and The Associated Press obtained a copy of it, but the railroads and the unions didn’t immediately comment on any details.
The railroads entered the Presidential Emergency Board process a month ago far apart from the 12 unions taking part. The unions have been seeking a 31% raise over the five years of the deal while the railroads were offering only 17% in compounded raises. The unions also don’t want to see the cost of their health care coverage go up much in a new contract.
According the report, the board is recommending 24% wage increases and $5,000 in bonus payments over the life of the contract while adding one additional paid day off each year. The report also recommends keeping the same basic health insurance plan but having employees take on a larger share of the costs through higher monthly premiums.
The board says it believes workers are entitled to higher wages than the railroads have proposed because of current high inflation, tight labor markets and railroads’ strong profitability. The report also says that railroad work has become more demanding in recent years because of the pandemic and cost-cutting at the railroads.
Railroad workers have gone without a raise since 2019 while the contract talks drug on. The workers expect to be compensated after staying on the job throughout the pandemic and enduring extensive job cuts in recent years. And strikes have become more common over the last two years in a variety of industries because unions generally feel empowered to ask for more.
The major freight railroads have eliminated nearly one-third of their jobs over the past six years as they overhauled their operations to run fewer, longer trains that need fewer locomotives and employees. Unions say the railroads expect more from the workers who remain, and that some railroads’ tightened attendance policies make it hard to take time off because of all the job cuts.
In addition to disagreements over wages and benefits, unions have staunchly opposed a proposal from the railroads to cut the number of workers in a locomotive from two to one. A new proposed federal rule that would require two-person crews in most instances should make it harder for railroads to reduce crew sizes, but the railroads have been pressing for the change for several years. The unions argue that keeping two people on the crews isn’t just about preserving jobs, but also ensuring safety.
Reaching a new agreement would likely make it easier for railroads to hire new employees, which they acknowledge they need to do to improve service and cut down on the delays that have plagued freight shipments this year. The major freight railroads have all said they want to hire hundreds more workers, but worker shortages are making that difficult. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/white-house-receives-plan-on-ending-railway-contract-dispute/ | 2022-08-17T16:07:55Z |
REHOVOT, Israel, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MeaTech 3D Ltd. (NASDAQ: MITC) ("MeaTech"), an international deep-tech food company at the forefront of the cultured meat industry, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with a single U.S. institutional investor for the purchase and sale of 1,857,143 American Depositary Shares, (or American Depositary Share equivalents in lieu thereof) and warrants to purchase 1,857,143 American Depositary Shares at a purchase price per ADS (and accompanying warrant) of $3.50, pursuant to a registered direct offering.
The warrants to be issued will have a five-year term, will become exercisable immediately and will have an exercise price of $3.50 per ADS.
The closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about July 5, 2022, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The gross proceeds from the offering are expected to be approximately $6.5 million. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for general corporate purposes.
A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners is acting as the sole placement agent for the offering.
This offering is being made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement on Form F-3 (File No. 333-264110) previously filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). A prospectus supplement describing the terms of the proposed offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC's website located at http://www.sec.gov. Electronic copies of the prospectus supplement may be obtained, when available, from A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners, 590 Madison Avenue, 28th Floor, New York, NY 10022, or by telephone at (212) 624-2060, or by email at prospectus@allianceg.com.
Before investing in this offering, interested parties should read in their entirety the prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus and the other documents that are incorporated by reference in such prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus, which provide more information about the Company and such offering.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or 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 jurisdiction.
About MeaTech
MeaTech is an international deep-tech food company at the forefront of the cultured meat revolution. The company initiated activities in 2019 and is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker "MITC". MeaTech maintains facilities in Rehovot, Israel and Antwerp, Belgium and is in the process of expanding activities to the US. The company believes cultivated meat technologies hold significant potential to improve meat production, simplify the meat supply chain, and offer consumers a range of new product offerings.
MeaTech aims to provide an alternative to industrialized animal farming that dramatically reduces carbon footprint, minimizes water and land usage, and prevents the slaughtering of animals. With a modular factory design, MeaTech aims to offer a sustainable solution for producing a variety of beef, chicken and pork products, both as raw materials and whole cuts.
For more information, please visit: https://meatech3d.com
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This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning MeaTech's business, operations and financial performance and condition as well as plans, objectives, and expectations for MeaTech's business operations and financial performance and condition. Any statements that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements reflect MeaTech's current views with respect to future events and are based on assumptions and subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which change over time, and other factors that may cause MeaTech's actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, any statement that may predict, forecast, indicate or imply future results, performance or achievements, and are typically identified with words such as "may," "could," "should," "will," "would," "believe," "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "aim," "intend," "plan" or words or phases of similar meaning and include, without limitation, the expected closing of this offering and use of proceeds, MeaTech's expectations regarding the success of its cultured meat manufacturing technologies it is developing, which will require significant additional work before MeaTech can potentially launch commercial sales; MeaTech's research and development activities associated with technologies for cultured meat manufacturing, including three-dimensional meat production, which involves a lengthy and complex process; MeaTech's ability to obtain and enforce its intellectual property rights and to operate its business without infringing, misappropriating, or otherwise violating the intellectual property rights and proprietary technology of third parties; and other risks and uncertainties, including those identified in MeaTech's Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 24, 2022. New risks and uncertainties may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for MeaTech to predict their occurrence or how they will affect MeaTech. If one or more of the factors affecting MeaTech's forward-looking information and statements proves incorrect, then MeaTech's actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, forward-looking information and statements contained in this press release. Therefore, MeaTech cautions you not to place undue reliance on its forward-looking information and statements. MeaTech disclaims any duty to revise or update the forward-looking statements, whether written or oral, to reflect actual results or changes in the factors affecting the forward-looking statements, except as specifically required by law.
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