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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Tuya Inc..
Shareholders who purchased shares of TUYA during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased Tuya American Depositary Shares in or traceable to the Company's March 2021 initial public offering.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (a) a material portion of Tuya's China-based customers were engaged in the widespread and systematic manipulation of reviews and product offerings in violation of Amazon.com's terms of use; (b) prior to the initial public offering, a consumer investigation and data breach had exposed an illicit fake review scheme being perpetrated by many of Tuya's clients, among others, which included, inter alia, the exposure of 13 million records of organized fake review scams linked to over 200,000 Amazon account profiles; (c) as a result of (a) and (b) above, there was a substantial risk that a material portion of Tuya's significant customers would be barred from using Amazon.com's platform, negatively impacting Tuya's business, revenue, earnings, and prospects; and (d) as a result of (a)-(c) above, the registration statement's representations regarding Tuya's historical financial and operational metrics and purported market opportunities and expected growth did not accurately reflect the actual business, operations, financial results, and trajectory of the Company at the time of the initial public offering, and such statements were materially false and misleading and lacked a reasonable factual basis.
DEADLINE: October 11, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/tuya-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=31378&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of TUYA during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is October 11, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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Families Can Enter to Win the Grand Prize of $5,000 to Plus up their Movie Watching Experience!
CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eggland's Best is off to its biggest adventure yet! Known for its superior taste and nutrition, the #1 branded egg in the U.S. is on a mission to celebrate the in-home release of Disney and Pixar's Lightyear with stellar prizes and experiences.
Now through September 24, fans can head to EBFamilySweeps.com to enter the "Eggland's Best Superior Hero Sweepstakes" daily for the chance to win weekly "superior hero" prize packs! Weekly prizes include Lightyear DVDs and more, Eggland's Best swag and a three-month supply of Eggland's Best eggs. One super galactic Grand Prize Winner will also win $5,000 to upgrade their at-home family movie-watching experience!
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Eggland's Best is the #1 branded egg in the U.S. and is an excellent source of Vitamins D, B12, E, B5 and riboflavin. EB eggs have six times more Vitamin D, more than double the Omega-3s, 10 times more Vitamin E and 25% less saturated fat than ordinary eggs. Eggland's Best's patented method of production and verification ensures that every Eggland's Best egg has these superior qualities. Independent testing has also confirmed that Eggland's Best eggs stay fresher longer than ordinary eggs. The distinctive "EB" stamp on the shell assures consumers and food service customers that EB eggs meet the highest production and safety standards.
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Teen arrested after University of Kentucky shooting that left 11 injured
Published: Sep. 8, 2022 at 6:48 AM CDT|Updated: 41 minutes ago
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT/Gray News) - A University of Kentucky student was shot at a party on the campus late Wednesday, WKYT reported.
Thursday morning, Jason Almanza-Arroyo was charged with first-degree wanton endangerment, second-degree disorderly conduct, third-degree assault and public intoxication.
The shooting happened at a house on University Avenue on the University of Kentucky campus.
Police said two uninvited people came to the house, and at least one shot was fired after an argument
A University of Kentucky spokesperson said a bullet hit one student directly. Ten other students were injured by shrapnel.
All the students are expected to recover.
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What is the best wakeboarding gear?
Wakeboarding is a hybrid of three favorite water sports: water skiing, surfing and snowboarding. Like water skiers, wakeboarders are pulled across the water by tow ropes. Like surfers, wakeboarders ride the waves. Like snowboarders, wakeboarders leap, spin, do tricks and fly through the air off ramps. If you’re going to go wakeboarding, you’re going to need a board, tow rope, helmet and life vest.
What is a wakeboard?
They look like the snowboards you see the pros ride when they do all those incredible tricks at the Olympics and in the X Games. Wakeboards are rectangles about 4 feet long and 2 feet wide. Both ends have the same shape, so you can ski leading with either foot.
Where can I use my wakeboard?
If you’re using it like a surfboard, wakeboards are welcome at most beaches. Wakeboards are welcome anywhere in public areas where people are water skiing. To ski behind a rope, you’ll need a boat.
Water sports parks
Not every wakeboarder has a boat or access to one, which is where water sports parks come in. These recreational areas are small lakes, usually artificial, with systems of overhead wires, pulleys and motors that tow ropes attach to. Wakeboarders and skiers are pulled around an oval track by a tow cable.
- What’s included: Fees vary, but all include riding time, wakeboard, life vest and helmet.
- Courses: Most are oval and large enough that a dozen wakeboarders can be on the lake at once, all in a row with wide spaces between them for safety. Some have ramps and jumps located around the course so skiers can do high-flying tricks.
- Wipeouts: When skiers fall, the tow rope continues around to the home base, where it is shifted onto a side track just like a model railroad train. Fallen skiers paddle themselves and their wakeboards to the nearby shore, walk back to the launch area and do it again.
Best wakeboards
Zup You Got This Wakeboard, Wakeskate and Wakesurf Board Combo
The molded-in side rails and cushioned areas let you ride standing, kneeling or on your belly. It’s 57 inches long and comes with its own 60-foot tow rope.
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Driftsun Throwdown Wakesurf Board
This fiberglass board is hand finished and made for people with beginning and intermediate skill levels. It’s 54 inches long, 20 inches wide, has special contours and fins and holds up to 250 pounds.
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Rave Sports Impact Wakeboard with Charger Boots
This lightweight 50-inch board is best for riders weighing less than 125 pounds. You lace up the boots and slide them into the bindings. The side rails run the entire length of the board and the fins are removable.
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Best tow ropes
If you’re going to be wakeboarding behind a boat, you need a tow rope with a handle, both made from quality materials. You also need to choose a length that matches the speeds you plan on reaching.
Airhead Water Ski Rope with Radius Handle
This 16-strand rope is rated with a 1,600-pound break strength and comes in three sections. You can use the 45-foot section for wakeboarding, the 60-foot section for knee boarding and the 75-foot section for skiing.
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Rave Sports Elite Wakeboard/Kneeboard Rope
The wide 15-inch handle has a diamond grip that is made for doing tricks. The 75-foot bright green five-sixteenths-inch rope is easy to see in the water and has three removable sections.
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DockMoor Wakeboard Rope and Self-Centering Tow Harness
The 12-inch handle attaches to a 5-foot bridle that connects to a 2,200-pound tensile strength tow rope. The 75-foot rope can be configured for different lengths and the stainless steel pulley keeps the tow rope centered with the back of the boat.
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What other equipment do I need?
Every active water sport has risks and some element of danger. Wakeboard riders need safety equipment that protects them and keeps them afloat.
Water sports helmets
Wakeboarders are pulled along by tow ropes, most at speeds of 10 to 40 miles an hour. As any water skier knows, when the boat turns and you crack the whip, you’re going lots faster and are at increased risk of a wipeout, so your head must be protected. Choose a helmet for safety reasons, but take comfort and visibility into consideration, too.
The high density injection-molded polystyrene shell has a precise fitting system, waterproof liner and 15 open vents for ventilation and drainage. The cupping ear guards protect your eardrum while channeling water away.
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Vihir Adult Water Sports Helmet with Ears
The hard plastic shell has 11 vents that channel air in the front and water out the back. You use the fan-shaped buckle to fasten the chin strap firmly, then turn the regulator knob to adjust for a proper fit.
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Triple Eight Gotham Water Helmet
The halo liner is made of three layers of foam wrapped in plush fabric and is easily removable for washing. This 1.5-pound helmet comes in five sizes.
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Life vests
Life vests are flotation devices people wear out on the water. They’re called vests because they’re shaped to enclose only the torso, leaving the arms free to move through their full range of motion without restriction. Make sure your life vest fits snugly in all the right places and latches securely.
Airhead Camo Cool Kwik-Dry Neolite Flex Life Jacket
This personal flotation device dries quickly and meets all U.S. Coast Guard safety requirements. The side-release buttons open and close quickly and the zipper ensures safety on the water. The kids version has a crotch strap for added safety.
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Hyperlite Indy CGA Women’s Wakeboard Vest
This vest is approved by both the Coast Guard and Transport Canada. The segmented foam flotation panels are firmly anchored, drain quickly and the whole thing attaches with plastic buckles and secure belt loops.
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Hardcore Water Sports Life Jackets for the Entire Family
From kids weighing less than 50 pounds to super large adults with 60-inch chests, these Coast Guard-approved jackets are designed to provide a stable face-up position for the swimmer’s head.
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Manhattan High School ranked as 14th best in the Sunflower State
52 students chosen for Honor Ensembles
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - As Manhattan High School was ranked as the 14th best high school in the state, 52 students were chosen to perform in Honor Ensembles.
Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 says U.S. News & World Report has ranked Manhattan High School as the 14th best high school in Kansas on its annual list. Among data used to decide rankings, it said the high school ranked 6th for College Curriculum Breadth and 7th for College Readiness.
“We are very proud of the efforts of Manhattan High School in receiving this recognition,” said Assistant Superintendent Eric Reid. “It speaks to the exceptional efforts of all the MHS staff along with the other district attendance centers providing great educational foundation that helps MHS to achieve great things. It is also a testament to our students, families, and communities all of which contribute to the success of MHS.”
Every year USD 383 said U.S. News & World Report publishes a ranked list of the best high schools in the nation, which analyzes 17,800 schools at the national, state and local levels. The rankings are based on college readiness, reading and math proficiency, reading and math performance, underserved student performance, college curriculum breadth and graduation rates.
The District also said 52 students from the high school have been chosen for the 2021-2022 North Central Kansas Music Educators Association District Honor Ensembles, 2022 Kansas Music Educators Association State Honor Ensembles and the 2021-2022 National Association for Music Education National Honor Ensembles.
Students in District Honor Ensembles are as follows:
- Band
- Grace Higgins, Kathryn Pittman, Jecca Park, Jennifer Kim, Neo Kim, Tanner McIntosh, Parker Dawdy, Steph Moots, Aspen Tallent
- Choir
- Anthony Belin, Max Bowyer, Carissa Brandt, Nevaeh Buffington, Tavia Buffington, Sophia Evangelidas, Parker Freeby, Ronald Hill, Hayden Holmberg, Marlia Jimenez, Carter Keesecker, Tirzah Joy Kohl, Vincent Malone, Olivia Payne, Cooper Pfannenstiel
- Orchestra
- Jenna Keely, Kylie Kim, Eva Pickering, Saba Mirafzal, Elise Girard, Allina Dougherty, Julius Neumann, Lillian Brooks-Kanost, Josh Fan, Jarvin Gomez, Madison Hsu, John Auckly, Annissa Dougherty, Arianna Snell, Angie Chae, Mian Zhao, Rachel Wei, Elijah Eickoff, Ava Bahr, Minhee Koo, Rebekah Pickering, Thomas Loub, Emily Topham, Lydia Wyatt, Ava Reese, Gabriel Katzenmeier
- Jazz Band
- Steph Moots, Aspen Tallent
Students in State Honor Ensembles are as follows:
- Band
- Kathryn Pittman, Neo Kim, Tanner McIntosh, Aspen Tallent, Jecca Park, Steph Moots
- Mixed Choir
- Anthony Belin, Parker Freeby, Ronald Hill, Hayden Holmberg, Marlia Jimenez, Carter Keesecker, Olivia Payne
- Treble Choir
- Navaeh Buffington, Sophia Evangelidas
- Full Orchestra
- Julius Neumann, Jenna Keely, Joshua Fan, Thomas Loub, Rebekah Pickering, Gabriel Katzenmeier
- String Orchestra
- Lillian Brooks-Kanost, Madison Hsu, Eva Pickering, Jarvin Gomez, Arianna Snell, Ava Bahr, Rachel Wei
Students in National Honor Ensembles are as follows:
- Band
- Neo Kim
- Mixed Choir
- Hayden Holmberg
To read the national ranking list, click HERE.
To read the Kansas ranking list, click HERE.
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Responses show the majority of Minnesota seniors plan on hitting the road at least once over the next 12 months
EAGAN, Minn., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new survey from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross), the majority of Minnesota seniors plan on taking at least one trip in the next 12 months and place importance on having access to health care while away from home.
The Blue Cross survey results, which reflect more than 500 responses from across the Twin Cities metro area and throughout Greater Minnesota, found that seniors are prioritizing travel among other health and wellness goals.
- More than half of Minnesota seniors plan on traveling in the next 12 months, with 81% planning multiple trips.
- Minnesota seniors say they like to stay active when traveling, with over half (63%) exercising while on the road.
- The primary reason for travel is vacation and to visit family and/or friends, with almost three-quarters (72%) of Minnesota seniors choosing to drive their own car to get there and 54% choosing to fly on an airplane. A majority (64%) of Minnesota seniors believe that coverage for unexpected medical care or prescription medications is extremely important while traveling.
Overall, Minnesota seniors are experiencing fewer negative emotions regarding COVID-19 than they have reported in the previous two years. However, while they feel positive about their health, they intend to continue taking precautions to protect it. The survey showed subtle shifts in seniors' health goals, with an emphasis on healthy eating versus losing weight. Fewer seniors said that spending time with friends and family was a top goal in 2022. There was also a marked increase in respondents prioritizing relaxation activities to deal with stress.
"The COVID-19 pandemic took its toll on Minnesota seniors' mental health and emotional well-being," said Dr. Mark Steffen, senior vice president of medical management and chief medical officer at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. "Returning to much-awaited activities, like travel with the proper precautions, can be beneficial in improving seniors' overall well-being."
John Hines, a long-time Twin Cities radio personality who is newly enrolled in Medicare, recently traveled to Alaska, one of the top travel destinations for seniors. Hines has partnered with Blue Cross to raise awareness of health issues facing seniors. He agrees that there are perks to growing older.
"How I have spent my time, along with my activities and habits, have changed this last year, in mostly positive ways," Hines said. "I have felt more comfortable traveling and exercising in a gym, which has helped my physical and emotional health immensely."
The Blue Cross survey also found Minnesota seniors are still focused on promoting their health. Among Minnesota seniors, 67% are highly motivated to make their health a priority. Additionally, 70% of seniors strongly agree that quality health insurance gives them peace of mind, allowing them to focus on other areas of life.
For more information on senior attitudes about their health in 2022, visit Bluecrossmn.com/seniors.
Survey methodology: Blue Cross surveyed 515 Minnesota residents 65+ years of age. The survey was fielded July 12 to July 21, 2022.
About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
For nearly 90 years, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (bluecrossmn.com) has supported the health, wellbeing and peace of mind of our members by striving to ensure equitable access to high quality care at an affordable price. Our 2.7 million members can be found in every Minnesota county, all 50 states and on four continents. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
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| 2022-09-12T15:22:57Z
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BEIJING, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Can you imagine developing new materials and devices for use in a spacecraft with a liquid 100,000 times smaller than a drop of water? This was the research focus of Chinese post-1980 female scientist Xu Nuo in the aerospace sector. Such a tiny, microscopic material that is hard to capture with naked eyes records how this young member of the Communist Party of China (CPC) integrated her scientific pursuits into the great cause of building a modern socialist China.
This innovative frontier technology equips China's micro-nano satellites with advanced and efficient power systems to build satellite networks. Xu's team developed a palm-sized micro-electric thruster that had far better performance than traditional models. The thruster is a key piece of equipment that ensures that the spacecraft can successfully complete its operations.
Inspiring scientific concept boosts creations
In the recent past, the ion-liquid micro-electric thruster developed by Xu's team was launched into orbit with test satellites, realizing technological breakthroughs around the world.
Behind these achievements is the CPC's practice-oriented concept of scientific and technological innovation that continues to inspire Xu.
"Over the past century, the Party led the cause of science and technology from a dismal start, and the Chinese people, with their wisdom, worked out a road of self-reliance and self-improvement in science and technology, which has become a global leader in various important fields. This is the pride of every Chinese person, every member of the CPC," Xu told the Global Times.
"We can properly handle the rapidly changing global situation largely because of our technological prowess and confidence," Xu said. She suggested that as a Party member in the aerospace field, she could especially appreciate the confidence brought by scientific and technological breakthroughs, as she has personally experienced and witnessed the growth of China's space industry.
From the Tiangong Space Station, the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, the Chang'e lunar probe, to the Tianhe space station core module, the Tianwen Mars probe, and the sun-observation satellite Xihe, for the past nine years, China's aerospace team has continued to make history.
What's behind those glories is the CPC's pursuit of truth, advocacy for science, hard work, self-reliance and self-improvement, and a determination to break through numerous scientific and technological obstacles, Xu added.
In the aerospace sector, China has seen major innovations emerge in large numbers and the country is now leading or is among the leaders in the world on certain frontiers.
As a senior China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation expert, Xu has been engaged in the frontier and basic technology research of intelligent micro-electromechanical field for a long time, and has led more than 10 young PhD students in making breakthroughs in core technologies. In March, she won the 2021 honorary title of the Bearer of the Red Flag on March 8.
The microsystem technology Xu is committed to developing is a typical frontier scientific research field in the world. Can microsystems make stealth technology a reality and spacecraft power systems in deep space more efficient and accurate? These innovations and applications initially fascinated her.
"It is fair to say that whoever masters the most advanced space power solutions can be more competitive in the commercial space sector," Xu was quoted as saying by the Chinese newspaper China Youth Daily.
In order to find hidden problems in the course of the research, Xu's team repeatedly carried out round-the-clock tests. They spent a lot of time sleeping in the laboratories in order to track and analyze test results. She successfully applied these new materials and devices to space propulsion, and further in medical diagnostics, environmental detection, and other fields.
Evolution in sci-tech innovation over past decade
Noting that China boasts a great number of scientific professionals and hefty R&D spending, Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed improving the ecosystem for sci-tech innovation and the building of platforms for scientists and scientific professionals to apply their talent excellently, so as to make sci-tech innovations mushroom into a steady flow, at a symposium attended by scientists in September 2020, the Xinhua News Agency reported.
Xi said scientific and technological development must target global science frontiers, serve the main economic needs, and strive to fulfill the significant needs of the country and benefit people's lives and health.
In the past 10 years, fundamental and pioneering innovation has been highly valued, and so has interdisciplinary integration. The microsystem technology Xu studied is a typical product of multidisciplinary integration, and its application can be translated from the aerospace to the medical field, Xu said.
In the past decade, as self-reliance and self-improvement in science and technology have gradually become the strategic support for the country's development, front-line researchers have shifted from single-disciplinary technological innovation logic to a multi-disciplinary mindset, and the management system has shifted from a complex mechanism to a more open, healthier, and innovation-oriented one, Xu said while underlining the changes.
In the past decade, China has witnessed great scientific and technological progress and the fastest improvement of its strength. A large number of core technologies have made breakthroughs, making great strides toward the grand goal of China becoming a global leading power in science and technology, Xu said.
Contemporary young people have to ignite their enthusiasm to strive for and advance China's space industry in the new era to carry on the torch of scientific and technological innovation, she said.
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PITTSBURGH, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a better way to hold a brad nailer and workpieces in proper alignment during fastening operations," said an inventor, from Arlington, Texas, "so I invented the STRAIGHT SHOT. My design would increase accuracy while providing optimal retention force."
The invention provides an improved way to utilize a brad nailer. In doing so, it enables brads to be more precisely driven into place. As a result, it increases accuracy and efficiency and it minimizes the risk of damage. The invention features a durable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for contractors and do-it-yourselfers. Additionally, a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Dallas sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-DLL-3879, 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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| 2022-04-07T16:10:21Z
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Week three of Texas High School Football is officially underway as teams across the metroplex prepare to face off in their first games of district play! One of the games you’re going to want to pay attention to on Thursday is the CW33 High School Showdown game of the week: Justin Northwest vs. Aledo. This game has the potential to set the tone for district for both teams. VYPE DFW breaks down exactly what fans can expect from these two teams this week!
Justin Northwest Texans (1-1)
The Texans shared their district title last season and had a playoff appearance where they gained valuable experience. With that experience, the team used the offseason to continue to mold themselves into an even more determined squad. The Texans opened up their season with a big 44-14 victory over Prosper Rock Hill, but followed up that win with a loss to McKinney North in week two. With a great start followed up by a speed bump, Northwest is motivated to pick up steam this week.
Led by quarterback Jake Strong, the offense has been booming with fast-paced play this season. Logan Jeskevic, Kenan Reil, Kyle Cummings, and Joseph Rivas can be expected to be a huge impact in the game against Aledo.
Aledo Bearcats (0-2)
Usually tough, self-proclaimed “title town” Aledo has had a rough start to their season as they move up a division- entering a larger district. After being knocked out of playoffs by eventual state champions South Oak Cliff last season, Aledo looked towards rebuilding through the offseason, summer workouts, and preseason schedule. The Bearcats opened their season with a hard-fought 24-17 loss to TAPPS state champions Parish Episcopal before posting a huge 44-14 loss last week to Denton Guyer. As they enter their first game against an opponent in their new district, Aledo is going to want to pull out all the stops to show that they haven’t forgotten who they are or what their legacy is.
Senior wide receiver, Jalen Pope, has had the biggest impact on the team so far this season. Alongside teammates Hawk Patrick-Daniels, Cap Mooney, and Hauss Hejny, Pope and the rest of the Bearcats are going to have to play with intensity to get back on track this season.
What To Expect
Fast-paced play on both sides of the ball. Northwest is going to play hard against a team with a big reputation like Aledo. The Texans are going to take advantage of Aledo’s weak start and get off to a strong start. Aledo’s defense is going to want to play big against the fast-paced Texans offense to put a stop to all advances- from there, their offense is going to want to play up to the intensity of the rest of the game.
If you can’t make it out to Justin for the game on Thursday, September 8th, be sure to catch all the action on CW33! Kick-off is set for 7 p.m.
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LHC Group announces second quarter 2022 financial results
Published: Aug. 3, 2022 at 3:15 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
LAFAYETTE, La., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LHC Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LHCG) announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Net service revenue increased 5.5% to $576.2 million.
Net income attributable to LHC Group's common stockholders was $10.6 million, or $0.35 per diluted share.
Adjusted net income attributable to LHC Group's common stockholders was $29.8 million, or $0.98 adjusted earnings per diluted share.
Adjusted EBITDA was $53.0 million.
A reconciliation of all non-GAAP financial results in this release appears on pages 9-10.
Operational and Strategic Highlights
LHC Group's quality and patient satisfaction scores continue to exceed the national average as the Company remains a leader among industry peers.
Home Health quality star ratings continue to improve from 4.20 in the April 2022 release to 4.25 in the July 2022 release and Home Health quality patient satisfaction ratings continue to improve from 3.83 in the April 2022 release to 4.01 in the July 2022 release.
Organic growth in hospice admissions increased 5.5% in the second quarter of 2022 compared with the same period in 2021.
About LHC Group, Inc. LHC Group, Inc. is a national provider of in-home healthcare services and innovations for communities around the nation, offering quality, value-based healthcare to patients primarily within the comfort and privacy of their home or place of residence. The company's 29,000 employees deliver home health, hospice, home- and community-based services, and facility-based care in 37 states and the District of Columbia – reaching 68 percent of the U.S. population aged 65 and older. Through Imperium Health, the company's ACO management and enablement company, LHC Group helps partners improve both savings and patient outcomes with a value-based approach. As the preferred joint venture partner for more than 400 leading U.S. hospitals and health systems, LHC Group works in cooperation with providers to customize each partnership and reach more patients and families with an effective and efficient model of care.
Forward-looking Statements This press release contains "forward-looking statements" (as defined in the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) regarding, among other things, future events or the future financial performance of the Company, or the timing or anticipated benefits of pending acquisition of the Company by UnitedHealth Group Incorporated. Words such as "anticipate," "expect," "project," "intend," "believe," "will," "estimates," "may," "could," "should" and words and terms of similar substance used in connection with any discussion of future plans, actions or events identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and involve estimates, expectations and projections. Investors are cautioned that all such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, and important factors could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to, those discussed and described in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, including those risks described in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors thereof, and in other reports filed subsequently by us with the Securities and Exchange Commission and, with respect to the pending acquisition of the Company by UnitedHealth Group Incorporated, include, but are not limited to, those discussed in the proxy statement filed by the Company with the SEC on May 17, 2022. All forward-looking statements included in this document are based on information available to us on the date hereof, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances, except as required by law.
Expenses and other costs associated with recently announced or completed acquisitions, de novos and the pending acquisition by UnitedHealth Group. ($9.2 million pre-tax in the three months ended June 30, 2022 and $13.3 million pre-tax in the six months ended June 30, 2022; $4.7 million pre-tax in the three and six months ended June 30, 2021).
Loss on the sale of an asset and other expenses associated with a closure or consolidation, including impairment ($4.1 million pre-tax in the three months ended June 30, 2022 and $7.0 million in the six months ended June 30, 2022; $1.4 million pre-tax in the three months ended June 30, 2021 and $1.6 million in the six months ended June 30, 2021).
COVID-19 related expenses for purchases of personal protective equipment (PPE), supplies and wage adjustments (No adjustments were made in the three months and six months ended June 30, 2022; $10.8 million pre-tax in the three months ended June 30, 2021 and $22.8 million pre-tax in the six months ended June 30, 2021).
Expenses and other costs associated with the implementation of an Enterprise Resource Planning software ($3.3 million pre-tax in the three months ended June 30, 2022 and $5.6 million pre-tax in the six months ended June 30, 2022; $1.0 million pre-tax in the three and six months ended June 30, 2021).
Expenses associated with cost improvement initiatives implemented in the first and second quarters of 2022, which consisted of contract terminations and general and administrative cost reductions ($8.9 million pre-tax in the three months ended June 30, 2022 and $13.9 million pre-tax in the six months ended June 30, 2022).
Expenses associated with a 2004 cost report settlement along with other disputed contract settlements ($0.6 million pre-tax in the three months ended June 30, 2022 and $5.4 million pre-tax in the six months ended June 30, 2022).
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One person in critical condition after shooting early Thursday morning
Published: Jun. 2, 2022 at 7:06 AM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - One person is in critical condition after they were shot early Thursday morning in Topeka.
The Topeka Police Department said officers were called to the 2100 block of SE 11th Ter. just after 2 a.m. on reports of a shooting.
One person was found suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. Police said they were taken to the hospital.
The investigation is ongoing. We will update this story as more details become available.
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Climate progress remains elusive for Biden on Earth Day
Biden signs order to protect old-growth forests from fire
SEATTLE (AP) — With a backdrop of flowering trees, it was a setting fit for the signing of major environmental legislation. Even Seattle’s notorious clouds parted as President Joe Biden stepped up to speak Friday.
But when he sat down at a small desk with the presidential seal that had been set up for the occasion, there was no new law to sign, just an executive order directing federal officials to keep better track of trees in national forests.
The gap between the scale of the global warming crisis and the president’s initiatives seemed wider than ever on Earth Day. Although last year’s infrastructure legislation had some climate policies, such as building more charging stations for electric cars, many of Biden’s most ambitious proposals remain stalled in Congress.
Biden seemed eager to be signing something other than his executive order.
“My pen is ready,” Biden said in Seattle’s Seward Park. “Get some of these bills to my desk.”
He criticized Republicans for opposing climate action and hinted at his frustration with Sens. Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona, although he didn’t mention them by name. Within the Democratic caucus, he said, “there’s only two senators who occasionally don’t vote with me.”
The lack of unanimity among Democrats and the steadfast resistance from Republicans in the evenly divided Senate has blocked hundreds of billions of dollars in tax credits for clean energy. Environmental advocates question whether the country can hit Biden’s ambitious goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions without such policies, and scientists warn that the world faces extreme heat, drought and weather unless fossil fuels are phased out swiftly.
With so much of his agenda in doubt, Biden instead drew a sharp contrast with his predecessor, former President Donald Trump, who often mocked climate change as he unraveled the country’s fight against global warming during his time in office.
“We’ve reached the point where the crisis on the environment has become so obvious, with the notable exception of the former president, that we really have an opportunity to do things we couldn’t have done two, five, 10 years ago,” Biden said.
Biden said he was staking his hopes on an up-and-coming generation.
“Every time I get a little down ... I just turn on the television or take a look at all the young people,” he said. “This younger generation is not going to put up with all this stuff. No, they’re not.”
Biden spoke to some of that generation at his second stop of the day, Green River College, just south of Seattle. The auditorium included scores of students, plus faculty and local elected officials, and Biden used the moment to promote an agenda that goes far beyond the environment.
The speech was a collage of laws he’s passed and what he still needs congressional support to achieve. He discussed college funding, health care prices, child care expenses, corporate taxes, high speed internet and the importance of nursing.
Biden also warned that Republicans remain determined to repeal the Affordable Care Act more than a decade after it was signed into law by President Barack Obama.
“We need to keep this fight up,” he said.
Biden singled out the high cost of insulin for treating diabetes, which he wants to limit through new legislation.
“There’s no excuse. None,” he said. “We’re not asking drug companies to do anything they can’t afford.”
The executive order signed by Biden on Friday directs federal land managers to define and inventory mature and old-growth forests nationwide within a year. The order requires the Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management to identify threats to older trees, such as wildfire and climate change, and develop policies to safeguard them.
Old-growth trees are key buffers against climate change and provide crucial carbon sinks that absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming.
The order does not ban logging of mature or old-growth trees, the White House said.
Biden used his Earth Day events to reassert his environmentalist credentials when his administration has been preoccupied by high oil and gasoline prices following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Gas costs have been a drag on Biden’s popularity and created short-term political pressures going into this year’s midterm elections.
He’s even encouraged more domestic oil drilling, angering some environmental activists, to compensate for the problem.
At the same time, Biden has focused on wildfires that are intensifying because of climate change. Blazes that are intense enough to kill trees once considered virtually fire-proof have alarmed land managers, environmentalists and tree lovers the world over. A warming planet that has created longer and hotter droughts, combined with a century of fire suppression that choked forests with thick undergrowth, has fueled flames that extinguished trees dating to ancient civilizations.
Timber industry representative Nick Smith said before the order was made public that loggers are worried it will add more bureaucracy, undercutting the Biden administration’s goal of doubling the amount of logging and controlled burns over the next decade to thin forests in the tinder-dry West.
“The federal government has an urgent need to reduce massive greenhouse gas emissions from severe wildfires, which can only be accomplished by actively managing our unhealthy and overstocked federal forests,” he said.
But former U.S. Forest Service Deputy Chief Jim Furnish said wildfire risks and climate change would be better addressed by removing smaller trees that can fuel uncontrolled blazes, while leaving mature trees in place.
For many years the Forest Service allowed older trees that are worth more to be logged, to bring in money for removal of smaller trees, Furnish said. But that’s no longer necessary after Congress approved more than $5 billion to reduce wildfire risks in last year’s infrastructure bill, he said. The law includes money to hire 1,500 firefighters and ensure they earn at least $15 an hour.
Timber sales from federal forests nationwide more than doubled over the past 20 years, as Republicans and Democrats have pushed more aggressive thinning of stands to reduce small trees and vegetation that fuel wildfires.
Critics, including many forest scientists, say officials are allowing removal of too many older trees that can withstand fire.
A letter signed by 135 scientists called on Biden to protect mature and old-growth forests as a critical climate solution.
“Left vulnerable to logging, though, they cannot fulfill these vital functions,’’ the scientists wrote Thursday. Former Forest Service Chief Mike Dombeck and Norman Christensen, founding dean and professor emeritus at Duke University’s Nicholas School of the Environment, were among those signing the letter.
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Associated Press writer Matthew Brown in Billings, Montana, contributed to this story. Megerian and Daly reported from Washington.
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Credit Union Branches Accepting Donations of New Backpacks for Elementary and Middle School Students
SAN DIEGO, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- North Island Credit Union has launched a school backpack drive to benefit local elementary and middle school students in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego.
Through July 23rd, North Island Credit Union invites community members to make a difference in a student's life by dropping off a school backpack to any branch location in San Diego County. A complete list of North Island Credit Union locations is available here.
Donated backpacks should be new and appropriate for elementary/middle school students. The credit union will fill all donated backpacks with essential school supplies. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego will distribute the stuffed backpacks to Club kids in need in time for the fall school year.
"We're asking our community to join with us in helping every student start the school year ready to learn and thrive. Many families in our community are challenged to provide new back-to-school backpacks, and together we can make a difference in a child's life and academic success," said North Island Credit Union CEO Steve O'Connell. "Every backpack brought to one of our branches will be filled with school supplies and given to local students so they can begin the school year with the tools they need to succeed."
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego changes lives through quality youth programs and guidance in a safe, affordable and fun environment. The Clubs serve kids ages 5-18 at 20 community-based sites countywide, making a difference in the lives of San Diego's future leaders – today's youth. Through its Back 2 School Drive, its members receive all the basic necessities to start the school year off right.
More information about North Island Credit Union's School Backpack Drive in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego can be found here.
California Credit Union is a federally insured, state chartered credit union founded in 1933 that serves public or private school employees, community members and businesses across California. With more than 165,000 members and assets of over $4 billion, California Credit Union has 24 branches throughout Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties. The credit union operates in San Diego County as North Island Credit Union, a division of California Credit Union. California Credit Union offers a full suite of consumer, business and investment products and services, including comprehensive consumer checking and loan options, personalized financial planning, business banking, and leading-edge online and mobile banking. Please visit northisland.ccu.com for more information or follow the credit union on Instagram® or Facebook® @northislandcu.
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Sun Life also establishes long-term strategic partnership with UK's largest long-term savings and retirement business
TORONTO and LONDON, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX: SLF) (NYSE: SLF) announced today it has entered into an agreement to sell SLF of Canada UK Limited ("Sun Life UK") to Phoenix Group Holdings plc ("Phoenix Group") (LSE: PHNX). Headquartered in London, Phoenix Group is the UK's largest long-term savings and retirement business with more than 13 million customers and £310 billion of assets under administration.
Sun Life UK manages life and pension policies and annuity blocks for UK Clients. The company is closed to new sales and has been operating as a run-off business in the life and pension policies segment since 2001.
Sun Life will sell Sun Life UK to Phoenix Group for a closing price of £248 million (approximately C$385 million) and will retain its economic interest in UK's payout annuities business. This transaction will also provide further growth opportunities for Sun Life's asset management businesses.
As part of the sale, Sun Life will form a long-term partnership to become a strategic asset management partner to Phoenix Group. Sun Life's asset management companies, MFS and SLC Management, will continue to manage approximately C$9 billion of Sun Life UK's general account upon the close of the sale.
Phoenix Group has set a goal to invest approximately US$25 billion in North American public and private fixed income and alternative investments over the next five years. MFS and SLC Management will be material partners to Phoenix Group in achieving this goal.
"We're excited to partner with Phoenix Group. A great deal of consideration was taken to find the right buyer and partner for our UK business. Phoenix Group is a purpose-led company with similar values to Sun Life and a strong focus on delivering outcomes for their customers. We're also pleased about our asset management partnership, which will bring the strength of MFS and SLC Management to Phoenix Group customers," said Kevin Strain, President and CEO of Sun Life. "Thank you to our UK team for all of their efforts in delivering solid results year-after-year in our life, pension and annuities businesses. We believe Phoenix Group will be a great organization for our UK employees and Clients."
"This acquisition is highly attractive for Phoenix Group. As the UK's largest long-term savings and retirement business with a strong track record of UK closed book integrations, we look forward to offering a safe home for Sun Life UK Clients over the long term and enabling them to benefit from our broad range of Standard Life products in our Open division," said Andy Briggs, Phoenix Group, CEO. "I would like to take this opportunity to welcome the colleagues who will join us from Sun Life UK. We are also pleased to enter into a new, long-term strategic asset management partnership with MFS and SLC Management, Sun Life's Asset Management businesses. This partnership will complement our existing relationships and further enhance our liquid and illiquid credit capabilities in North America by building on their strong presence in the region."
Since 2016, Phoenix Group has successfully completed four acquisitions totaling approximately £7.5 billion. This has supported increasing their assets under administration by more than 300% over the past five years through organic and inorganic growth.
Strain added, "The sale of the Sun Life UK business is consistent with our strategy to grow fee-based and capital light businesses. It also frees up capital to continue on our journey of creating long-term value for our shareholders. This transaction also aligns with our objective to continue building our Sun Life asset management pillar by creating an attractive long-term partnership with the UK's leading long-term savings and retirement business."
This transaction is expected to close during the first half of 2023, subject to receipt of regulatory approvals and satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
Fenchurch Advisory Partners acted as a financial advisor to Sun Life for this transaction and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP served as legal counsel.
Slides related to this announcement are available at www.sunlife.com.
Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual and institutional Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of June 30, 2022, Sun Life had total assets under management of C$1.26 trillion. For more information, please visit www.sunlife.com.
Sun Life Financial Inc. trades on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE) and Philippine (PSE) stock exchanges under the ticker symbol SLF.
Phoenix Group is the UK's largest long-term savings and retirement business. With £0.3 trillion of assets under administration, we offer our c.13 million customers a broad range of products across our market-leading pensions, savings and life insurance brands which include Standard Life and Sun Life. We support people throughout their savings cycle, and our vision is to help even more people on their journey to and through retirement, providing the right support at the right time.
A member of the FTSE 100, we're a sustainably growing business united by a common purpose – to help people secure a life of possibilities. This drives everything we do and means taking responsible and sustainable investment decisions and using our presence and voice to drive forward change for the better for our customers, our colleagues, and our wider community.
We have been recognised as a leading employer for many years. We are accredited as a Living Wage Employer and as a Carer Positive Exemplary Employer for offering the best support to colleagues who are carers.
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From time to time, Sun Life makes written or oral forward-looking statements within the meaning of certain securities laws, including the "safe harbour" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking statements contained in this release include, without limitation, statements (i) relating to our strategies, (ii) relating to our anticipated divestiture of Sun Life UK, (iii) relating to our growth initiatives and other business objectives, (iv) relating to the expected timing of the closing of the transaction, (v) relating to the expected impact of the transaction on our business and financial results, (vi) that are predictive in nature or that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and (vii) that include words such as "intends", "expect", "will", and similar expressions.
These statements represent our current expectations, estimates, and projections regarding future events and are not historical facts, and remain subject to change, particularly in light of the ongoing and developing COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the global economy and its uncertain impact on our business. Forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. The forward-looking statements in this news release do not reflect the potential impact of any non-recurring or other special items or of any dispositions, mergers, acquisitions, other business combinations or other transactions that may be announced or that may occur after the date of this news release. If any non-recurring or other special item or any transaction should occur, the financial impact could be complex and the effect on our operations or results would depend on the facts particular to such item and we cannot describe the expected impact in a meaningful way or in the same way we could present known risks affecting our business.
Forward-looking statements are presented for the purpose of assisting investors and others in understanding our expected financial position and results of operations as at the date of this news release, as well as our objectives for the transaction, strategic priorities and business outlook following the transaction, and in obtaining a better understanding of our anticipated operating environment following the transaction. Readers are cautioned that such forward-looking statements may not be appropriate for other purposes and undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements.
The following risk factors are related to our intention to divest Sun Life UK that could have a material adverse effect on our forward-looking statements: (i) the ability of the parties to complete the transaction; (ii) failure of the parties to obtain necessary consents and approvals or to otherwise satisfy the conditions to the completion of the transaction in a timely manner, or at all; (iii) our ability to realize the financial and strategic benefits of the transaction; and (iv) the impact of the announcement of the transaction and the dedication of our resources to completing the transaction. These risks all could have an impact on our business relationships (including with future and prospective employees, Clients, distributors and partners) and could have a material adverse effect on our current and future operations, financial conditions and prospects. Other important risk factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements in this presentation are set out in our MD&A for the period ended June 30, 2022 and in SLF Inc.'s other annual and interim regulatory filings filed with Canadian securities regulators or furnished to U.S. securities regulators, which are available for review at www.sedar.com and www.sec.gov, respectively.
The Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise its forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this document or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law.
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PALO ALTO, Calif., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DevRev, a business software company bringing Developers closer to their customers (Revenue), today announced the beta release of their platform.
Launching as the world's first Developer Customer Relationship Management (Dev CRM) platform, DevRev brings together the holy trinity of product-led companies – product, customer, and developer.
The company announced that over 100 customers have already signed up for beta.
The beta release represents a year's effort from 100 DevRev developers, a grand total of 10,000 pull requests and hundreds of hours of customer interviews.
DevRev brings together customer conversations, work management with real-time collaboration, and a system of record for product in a single platform. You can read more about the DevRev capabilities here and walk through the demo here.
DevRev is a business software company that brings developers and customers together in the era of Product-Led Growth (PLG). The company is building an API-first, dev-centric CRM that leverages data, design, and machine intelligence to empower developers to build, support, and grow their businesses. In times of anemic NPS and high customer churn, DevRev strives to create the world's most customer-centric companies led by happy developers. Grok and grep more on DevRev via the web, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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Boy, 13, attacked after coming face-to-face with shark
OVIEDO, Fla. (WKMG) - A 13-year-old boy and his family faced a terrifying experience while vacationing in Florida when a shark attacked the teenager, biting his lip.
Lobstering in the Florida Keys is tradition for the Hricko family. Fischer Hricko, 13, his dad and the rest of his family took their boat out on the water July 27 with the goal of catching as many of the crustaceans as they could.
WARNING: Video included in this story may contain disturbing content.
On the prowl with his net in hand, Fischer says he snagged a lobster underwater.
“On my way up, I felt a little nudge on the back of my leg, so I turned around, thinking it was someone or something like that,” he said.
But what the 13-year-old saw wasn’t at all what he expected.
“I turned around, and there’s a shark, like, right here,” he said.
The shark that Fischer says was right in front of his face instantly latched onto his mouth, biting his lip.
“It was scary. I tried getting away, but it was so fast,” the teenager said.
Fischer says he grabbed the shark and pulled it from his face.
“Then, I just swam as fast as I could back to the boat, screaming,” he said.
It was a terrifying moment for both Fischer and his parents.
“I started swimming back to him as quickly as I could,” said his father, Kent Hricko. “When I’m approaching him, I’m just seeing blood gushing out of his face, and at that point, I’m like, ‘Oh my gosh. What happened?’”
In a team effort, Fischer’s family got him back on the boat and rushed to shore. They drove him to an urgent care clinic, where he got at least 10 stitches on his upper lip.
“He was definitely scared, definitely shocked, a little bit of crying but not much. He was being tough,” Kent Hricko said.
After just one night spent recovering, Fischer was ready for more, refusing to let the scary experience ruin his family trip.
“You gotta always stay positive,” he said.
But instead of catching lobsters, he had his eyes set on using a hook to catch a shark. He managed to get a hook in a shark that was at least 4 feet long, but he was unable to reel it in. Regardless, he believes it was a good way to end his family trip.
“Fischer’s going to have a cool story to tell when he goes back to school,” Kent Hricko said.
For now, Fischer can’t go back in the water while his lip is healing, but the 13-year-old says that as soon as he recovers, he plans to do so.
It’s believed the shark that bit Fischer was a nurse shark, a species that’s usually known to be docile and not a threat to humans.
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ROSEMONT, Ill., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SellersCommerce, the Illinois-based leading enterprise SaaS eCommerce company, has been on a roll since it revealed its vision of building a 360-degree B2B eCommerce platform earlier this year, veering away from its identity as an eCommerce provider exclusively to the uniform and apparel industry.
This conscious shift in the company's product roadmap to keep up with the fast-evolving trends in the eCommerce space further led to the development of new products like LineSheets Pro and Catalog Manager in quick succession, aimed at simplifying sales and product information management for online retailers, distributors, and manufacturers.
And now, anticipating triple-digits growth in business stepping into the third quarter of 2022, the message from the company is loud and clear. And it's that SellersCommerce is here to redefine the way B2B eCommerce is done, and they are just getting started.
With its eyes firmly set on raising capital for exponential growth, the business has undergone major changes in order to meet its aggressive goals. From making several Senior Leadership hires from established SaaS organizations. SellersCommerce will also be doubling the team size globally to bring fresh, dynamic talent on board with the vision of transforming the face of enterprise B2B eCommerce using innovative digital solutions.
"World trade is just kickstarting after two years of COVID-induced lull. B2B buyers have made themselves comfortable with digital channels. We are on the cusp of a major shift in the way commerce is perceived. If there ever was a time more suitable to ramp up digital innovations in B2B eCommerce, it's now."
- Ashok Reddy, CEO, SellersCommerce
As much as SellersCommerce wants to revolutionize B2B eCommerce by harnessing technology, it wants to do so with the best interests of its employees at heart. Therefore, to accommodate the growing needs of the team, the India team recently moved into an expansive new office space in the IT corridor of Hyderabad, equipped with all the modern amenities, wellness zones, and gaming arenas that make for a truly conducive working environment designed to bring out the best in everyone.
About SellersCommerce: SellersCommerce is a leading 360-degree B2B eCommerce provider empowering enterprise businesses to build, innovate and grow their online business. It specializes in customizing and creating stellar digital experiences.
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5 things to know for May 5: Ukraine, Rate hike, Roe v. Wade, Chappelle, Inmate escape
By Alexandra Meeks, CNN
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and also the perfect time to check in with those around you with a gentle call or text. Research shows the mental health of many people has suffered during the Covid-19 pandemic, and the damage wasn’t limited to adults.
Here’s what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day.
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1. Ukraine
Heavy “bloody battles” are now unfolding at the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol, a Ukrainian commander said. Russian forces have breached the perimeter and there was “non-stop shelling and assault” overnight. Despite efforts to evacuate civilians trapped in the sprawling complex, hundreds remain, including about 30 children, the city’s mayor said. Until recently, Azovstal was a major player on the global stage, producing 4 million tons of steel annually. But now, at least 150 employees have been killed and thousands remain unaccounted for, said Yuriy Ryzhenkov, CEO of Metinvest Holding, which owns the plant. The Russian Ministry of Defense says it expects to open evacuation corridors for civilians out of the plant starting today but it is unclear how many civilians trapped inside the plant will be able to leave.
2.Interest rates
The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates by a half-percentage point to get a handle on the worst inflation America has seen in 40 years. It’s the first time in 22 years that the central bank has hiked rates this much. Americans will experience this policy shift through higher borrowing costs: That means higher interest costs for mortgages, home equity lines of credit, credit cards, student debt and car loans. Business loans will also get pricier, for businesses large and small. The interest rate hike was unanimous, with all 12 members of the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee agreeing on it. In March, the Fed ramped up its benchmark borrowing rate for the first time since late 2018, increasing it by a quarter-percentage point.
3. Roe v. Wade
Clinics in states likely to maintain access to abortion procedures are preparing for a potential influx of out-of-state patients following the report of a leaked draft of a Supreme Court majority opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade. “This is a devastating blow for millions of people who will find themselves in a vast abortion desert,” said Jennifer Welch, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Illinois. In the draft opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade, conservative Justice Samuel Alito separately tries to make clear it should not necessarily impact other decisions, such as the right to marry a person of a different race or the same sex and the right to contraception. But opponents say Alito’s attempt to wall off abortion from everything else raises several questions and legal challenges.
4. Dave Chappelle
A representative of comedian Dave Chappelle released a statement regarding an audience member who attacked him Tuesday night while Chappelle was performing at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. “As unfortunate and unsettling as the incident was, Chappelle went on with the show,” Carla Sims, Chappelle’s representative, said in a statement to CNN. “Jamie Foxx and Chris Rock helped calm the crowd with humor before Chappelle introduced the last and featured musical guests for the evening.” The man who tackled Chappelle has been identified as 23-year-old Isaiah Lee. He had a knife and is in custody, police said. The motive of the apparent attack remains unclear.
5. Inmate escape
Investigators suspect a missing Alabama corrections officer and a murder suspect had a romantic relationship before they both disappeared last week, according to Lauderdale County Sheriff Rick Singleton. The pair went missing Friday after Vicky White, 56, said she was taking the inmate, Casey White, 38, to the courthouse and was planning to seek medical attention because she wasn’t feeling well. But the two never arrived at the courthouse. And Vicky White didn’t make it to the medical facility. Vicky White is now the subject of an active arrest warrant for allegedly permitting or facilitating escape in the first degree, the sheriff said. Records also show Vicky White had made major financial moves in the weeks leading up to the escape — including selling her home days before she disappeared for a price well below market value.
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TODAY’S NUMBER
20 to 25
That’s how many years a federal judge will sentence former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to serve in prison for the 2020 killing of George Floyd. The sentencing range was laid out in the plea agreement filed months ago, which mentioned Chauvin would be expected to serve between 17 and a little over 21 years, “assuming all good-time credit.” At the federal level, Chauvin pleaded guilty in December to violating George Floyd’s civil rights after months earlier pleading not guilty. Chauvin has also asked the Minnesota Court of Appeals to overturn his conviction at the state level.
TODAY’S QUOTE
“Some would consider this a wake-up call. I disagree. The alarm’s already gone off.”
— Wade Crowfoot, California’s secretary for natural resources, urging Southern Californians to immediately cut back their water usage. Due to slim resources and the ongoing climate crisis, Southern California is bracing for unprecedented water restrictions unless residents and businesses significantly scale back. Scientists reported earlier this year that the West’s current drought is the worst in at least 1,200 years.
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GUWAHATI, India (WXIN) — Marriage is full of compromises, and one Indian couple has gone viral for their prenuptial contract in which they agreed to limit the amount of pizza they ate.
The couple, 24-year-old Shanti Prasad and her groom, 25-year-old Mintu Rai, were married in June in India’s northern state of Assam, reported the BBC.
A video of them signing an oversized contract has since reached more than 20 million views on Instagram.
According to the BBC, the couple’s friends helped them draw up the contract, and at the top of the list, it says “only one pizza in a month.”
Prasad is the pizza fanatic in the relationship and would always want to get some cheesy slices during their dates. Rai told the BBC he “also likes pizzas but can’t eat them every day.”
“Her love for pizza is second only to her love for Mintu. I think she thinks about pizza in her free time and even in sleep,” one friend told the BBC.
The newlyweds also agreed to the following terms, among others, as outlined in the contract:
- Prasad must go to the gym daily.
- Rai must make breakfast every Sunday.
- Rai must take Prasad shopping every 15 days.
- Rai can only go to “late night parties” with his wife.
The contract is not legally binding. The newlyweds say they plan to frame it in their home.
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PARIS (AP) — Flowers, art, and Dior’s world-famous ateliers collided on Friday for a sweet-smelling explosion of creativity. The house’s Paris Fashion Week show was an homage to late British painter Duncan Grant and celebrated member of London’s Bloomsbury Group, who died in 1978.
VIP guests gawped as they entered a DIOR-branded tent to discover the makeshift country vista — replete with about 19,000 real poppies, wildflowers and flora planted on hills beside two reconstructed English country houses. All this for the 10 minute fashion show. The set was, of course, intended to evoke Grant’s rolling landscapes.
There were almost as many famous faces on display as flowers. David Beckham and son Cruz, Naomi Campbell, J Balvin, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel were among the starry Dior front row staring out across the petals and tufts of grass.
Here are some highlights of Friday’s spring-summer 2023 shows:
DIOR’S FLOWER POWER
For spring, designer Kim Jones recreated the painter’s universe by not just evoking his masterpieces, but by creating the actual garments he wore while working — such as his straw gardening hat reimagined as a pergola fused on baseball cap. Grant’s signature suits were also a key theme, yet reinvented in Jones’ style with clever fashion forward twists.
Myriad references riffed on the 1930s — the artist’s heyday. Two sleeves were used in the place of a retro sash on a loose vanilla double-breasted suit. They hung down in the middle abstractly, poking out underneath the jacket. Elsewhere tailored shorts sported turned-down waistbands in the slightly clunkier styles of that time between the two wars.
Wooly socks and gardening shoes were a fun nod to the painter, who spent much of his time outdoors, yet also a nod to Jones himself, a designer for whom humor is never far away. The palette of the collection was, fittingly, garden and pond inspired with greens and blues as well as pastels.
PAUL SMITH LAYERS
A fresh and sensitive wardrobe awaited guests at Paul Smith’s spring show in the southeast of Paris.
Layering and optical plays were the themes of the season, in looks that built on the British sartorial master’s bread-and-butter of color, florals and suited looks.
A beautiful silver coat ensemble, loose and flowing, cut a trendy preppy vibe with its suit shorts that led the eye down to sock and suede loafers.
Elsewhere, it was the realm of gentle optical illusion in patterning that gave several ensembles a kinesis.
A granite-colored tunic shirt was constructed in grooved fabric that rippled down in zigzags that changed shape as the model walked.
JUNYA WATANABE MAKES A STATEMENT OF DENIM
The Japanese fashion designer — a protege of iconic Comme des Garcons couturier Rei Kawakubo — put out an urban, yet soft, display for his eponymous brand Friday.
At the heart of Junya Watababe’s designs is a concept called “Monozukiri,” which means literally “production” or “manufacturing” in Japanese and for him has come to comprise a know-how of cutting edge techniques to make clothes.
Here for spring, contrasting prints, patterns and textures created visual tensions, while distressed jeans with a bias cut, replete with colorful appliqued patches, to give the collection some fun.
Logos of Coca-Cola and images of hamburgers on denim jeans made for a comment on the capitalistic nature of the world — and the fashion industry itself — in a nice moment of introspection.
There were plenty of interesting design twists: One jean jacket in Japanese denim had a regal stiffness, which nicely contrasting with the shabbiness of one of its breast pockets being missing.
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The trailer for "Luckiest Girl Alive" is here.
Kunis, who plays the lead character from the bestselling book of the same name, says, "Ahhh-nee" — not "Annie," when pronouncing her name in the trailer.
The trailer for "Luckiest Girl Alive" is here.
Kunis, who plays the lead character from the bestselling book of the same name, says, "Ahhh-nee" — not "Annie," when pronouncing her name in the trailer.
Kunis plays a former teenager named TifAni, who always felt out of place in her old money prep school. She transforms herself into Ani, "the ultimate New York City insider with a gorgeous, wealthy fiancé (Finn Wittrock), a sexy magazine job, designer clothes and the kind of shiny hair that makes other women swivel on the street," according to a description of the film from Netlix. "But, is Ani's self-proclaimed 'perfect life' really enough to numb the most painful parts of her past?"
After she's asked to participate in a documentary about a violent incident at the prestigious Brentley School that transformed her teenage years, her secret comes out.
The movie is directed by Mike Barker.
Also starring are Connie Britton as Ani's mother, "Succession" actor Justine Lupe as her best-friend, Nell; Jennifer Beals as her editor and mentor; and Scoot McNairy as a high school English teacher from Ani's past.
The adaptation of Jessica Knoll's bestselling novel will be released on Oct. 7.
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Kotte brings more than 20 years of experience scaling and transforming innovative healthcare models as CEO
Newly appointed CFO Jason Schulz to sharpen focus on operating efficiencies, cash flow, and shareholder value creation
Co-Founder and current CEO Clint Jones to transition to newly created role of Executive Chairman
Seasoned executive David Fisher appointed to the Company's Board of Directors
CHICAGO, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GoHealth, Inc. (Nasdaq: GOCO) ("the Company"), a leading health insurance marketplace and Medicare-focused digital health company, announces today a series of leadership appointments intended to create strong value for shareholders and all stakeholders. The Company has named Vijay Kotte as Chief Executive Officer and Jason Schulz as Chief Financial Officer, both effective June 6, 2022. Upon assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Kotte will also join the Company's Board of Directors.
At that time, Co-Founder and current Chief Executive Officer, Clint Jones, will take on a new role as Executive Chairman of the Board to continue his work expanding GoHealth's strong carrier partnerships. Mr. Jones will remain in this role until January 1, 2023, when he will transition to Non-Executive Chairman of the Board. Also on June 6, 2022, Co-Founder Brandon Cruz will transition from his role of Co-Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer to serve as Non-Executive Chairman at GoHealth.
"Having built GoHealth from an innovative, customer-centric startup with a mission to improve access to healthcare in America into a publicly traded company with more than $1 billion of annual revenue, we have decided the time is right for a transition of day-to-day leadership," said Mr. Jones. "We are now at a pivotal inflection point, and our focus for 2022 and beyond is squarely on achieving profitable growth. Both Vijay and Jason have proven track records of doing just that across several leading healthcare platforms, and I cannot wait to work with them in my new role as Executive Chairman to unlock new value creation opportunities for shareholders, consumers, employees, partners, and providers."
Mr. Cruz said, "We started GoHealth with a simple idea – an essential, basic need like health insurance should be more accessible and easier for consumers to understand and compare. I'm confident that under Vijay and Jason's leadership, that idea will remain the cornerstone of GoHealth's strategy and success. On behalf of the entire Board, I would like to thank Clint for the lasting impact he has made as GoHealth's CEO – overseeing tremendous growth, expansion into new markets, and the Company's IPO."
Positioning GoHealth to Achieve Profitable Growth
Since Clint and Brandon founded GoHealth in 2001, they have led the Company to become a top choice in the United States for insurance advice, with roughly 4,000 employees globally, five million Americans enrolled to date, and more than $1 billion in annual revenue. GoHealth's proprietary data and technology platform has continuously evolved to engage with consumers across channels and simplify the process of selecting the right insurance plan. In 2020, GoHealth launched its Encompass platform, a first-of-its-kind technology-driven approach to purchasing Medicare Advantage plans.
"GoHealth has established itself as the premier platform in the Medicare Advantage e-broker space, and I'm excited to build on the momentum that this dedicated team has created," said Mr. Kotte. "With a strong technology platform and experienced team of licensed agents, GoHealth has a significant opportunity to support Medicare beneficiaries and capitalize on tailwinds in the Medicare Advantage market as more than four million seniors age into the market this year. I'm excited to get started working with Clint, Brandon, Jason, and the entire team to drive sustainable long-term growth and profitability."
"I'm eager to join a company focused on reimagining how individuals find the best insurance plan for their specific needs, while creating value for care delivery partners and clients," added Mr. Schulz. "Over the past few months, Clint, Brandon, and the team have laid a strong foundation for improved cash flow generation, and I'm looking forward to building on those efforts to further sharpen our focus on achieving profitability."
About Vijay Kotte
Mr. Kotte brings more than 20 years of experience, developing and transforming innovative healthcare models and Medicare-focused platforms at public and private ventures.
Since 2019, Mr. Kotte has served as Chief Solutions Officer and Executive Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development at R1. In this role, he was responsible for R1's physician-focused operations, including growth, product development, and strategic initiatives.
Prior to joining R1, Mr. Kotte was the Chief Value Officer for DaVita Medical Group with accountability for strategy, M&A, carrier/payor contracting, performance, and operations. Before that, he was the Chief Financial Officer for DaVita Medical Group with responsibility for the finance function and oversight of joint ventures. Prior to DaVita, Mr. Kotte served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Medicare operations for Meridian Health Plan. Additionally, he previously served as President of the Midwest region for WellCare Health Plans, where he was responsible for operations, Medicare and Medicaid sales, and long-term strategic planning.
Mr. Kotte holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Organizational Management from Emory University and a MBA from Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University.
About Jason Schulz
Jason brings over 16 years of experience in various finance executive positions within the healthcare sector, including payors, hospital systems, and risk bearing physician groups.
Most recently, Mr. Schulz served as President, Pacific Northwest Region at OptumCare. Before that, he was the Chief Financial Officer of DaVita Medical Group, prior to its divestiture to OptumCare in 2019. He has also held CFO roles at NextMed and Mercy Health Plan.
Mr. Schulz began his career at Great West Healthcare in Denver, Colorado and later moved to Cigna after helping to manage a successful sale of the company. Mr. Schulz holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Northern Colorado, has a MBA from Washington University of St. Louis, and is a Certified Management Accountant.
Further Strengthening GoHealth's Board of Directors
As was announced in an 8-K filing on May 27, 2022, David Fisher, Chief Executive Officer of Enova International, Inc. (NYSE: ENVA), was appointed on May 25, 2022 to serve as a member of the Board of Directors. Mr. Fisher will serve on the Board's Audit Committee and fills a vacancy created by Dr. Helene Gayle, who resigned from the Company's Board of Directors to focus on her new role as President of Spelman College.
David Fisher is Chief Executive Officer of Enova International, Inc. (NYSE: ENVA), a leading technology and analytics company focused on online lending. Prior to joining Enova in January 2013, Mr. Fisher served as the CEO and member of the Board of Directors of optionsXpress Holdings, Inc., during which time he spearheaded the company's sale to Charles Schwab. Before joining optionsXpress, he held CFO positions at Potbelly Sandwich Works and Prism Financial Corporation.
"David brings a wealth of public company leadership experience and financial expertise to our Board, and we are thrilled to welcome him," said Mr. Jones. "We look forward to benefitting from his valuable perspectives and proven ability to scale technology-enabled companies as we enter this new phase of value creation."
Mr. Fisher is also a member of the Board of Innerworkings, a global print management firm, and GrubHub, a leading online and mobile food-ordering company. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in finance with high honors from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude, from the Northwestern University School of Law.
Equity Compensation
The Company granted equity-based awards pursuant to the Company's 2021 Inducement Award Plan to Mr. Kotte and Mr. Schulz. The inducement grants were approved by a majority of the Company's Independent Directors and were made as a material inducement to each employee's acceptance of employment with the Company in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) as a component of their employment compensation.
The inducement grants consisted of a non-statutory option to purchase an aggregate of 3,833,333 shares of the Company's common stock, and 10,583,334 restricted stock units (increasing up to 13,500,000 if the maximum level of all performance vesting conditions is achieved) ("RSUs") for shares of the Company's common stock.
The stock options each have an exercise price equal to the fair market value of a share of common stock on the date of grant. The stock options each have a ten-year term and vest in four equal annual installments over the first four anniversaries of the grant date. Certain of the RSUs vest immediately and the remainder are subject to future performance conditions, generally determined on the third anniversary of the grant date. The vesting of each grant is generally subject to the employee's continued service with the Company through the applicable vesting date. The inducement grants are subject to the terms and conditions of award agreements covering the grants and the Company's 2021 Inducement Stock Incentive Plan.
About GoHealth, Inc.
As a leading health insurance marketplace and Medicare-focused digital health company, GoHealth's mission is to improve access to healthcare in America. Enrolling in a health insurance plan can be confusing for customers, and the seemingly small differences between plans can lead to significant out-of-pocket costs or lack of access to critical medicines and even providers. GoHealth combines cutting-edge technology, data science and deep industry expertise to match customers with the healthcare policy and carrier that is right for them. Since its inception, GoHealth has enrolled millions of people in Medicare plans and individual and family plans. For more information, visit https://www.gohealth.com/.
Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release may be forward-looking statements. Statements regarding the Company's future results of operations and financial position, business strategy and plans and objectives of management for future operations, including, among others, statements regarding profitability, value for stakeholders and shareholders, and the management transition are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terms, such as "may," "will," "should," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "could," "intends," "targets," "projects," "contemplates," "believes," "estimates," "predicts," "potential" or "continue" or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions. Accordingly, we caution you that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, assumptions and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable as of the date made, actual results may prove to be materially different from the results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. There are or will be important factors that could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from those indicated in these forward-looking statements, including, but are not limited to, the following: the Company's ability to comply with the numerous, complex and frequently changing laws regulating the marketing and sale of Medicare plans; the potential for an adverse change in the Company's relationships with carriers, including a loss of a carrier relationship; failure to grow the Company's customer base or retain its existing customers; the time and cost of training agents are significant and can increase during a period of high attrition; carriers' ability to reduce commissions paid to the Company and adversely change their underwriting practices; significant consolidation in the healthcare industry which could adversely alter the Company's relationships with carriers; information technology systems failures or capacity constraints interrupting the Company's operations; factors that adversely impact the Company's estimate of LTV; the Company's dependence on agents to sell insurance plans; changes in the health insurance system and laws and regulation governing health insurance markets; the inability to effectively advertise the Company's products; and our ability to successfully implement our business plan during a global economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The foregoing factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read together with the other cautionary statements included in this press release, as well as the cautionary statements and other risk factors set forth in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and other SEC filings. If one or more events related to these or other risks or uncertainties materialize, or if the Company's underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results may differ materially from what the Company anticipates. Many of the important factors that will determine these results are beyond the Company's ability to control or predict. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and, except as otherwise required by law, the Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. New factors emerge from time-to-time, and it is not possible for us to predict which will arise. In addition, the Company cannot assess the impact of each factor on its business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements.
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‘We’re with you’: First responders show support by visiting burned boy in hospital
BRIDGEPORT, Conn (WFSB) - Law enforcement and first responders showed their support for injured 6-year-old Dominick Krankall by visiting him Thursday at the Bridgeport Hospital.
Police said Dominick is currently at the hospital recovering after he was burned in what his father called a bullying incident, reported WFSB.
On Thursday, local police and fire crews formed their own parade outside Dominick’s hospital window as authorities said the 6-year-old wants to be a police officer when he grows up.
“We’re with you, we’re with you 100 percent,” said Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim. “I hope it’s a message that will continue to give him the strength that he needs as he goes through from here forward.”
From the middle of the hospital’s traffic circle, the lights and sirens were seen and heard all the way up in Dominick’s room.
Dominick’s father, Aaron Krankall, said his son has been bullied since the family moved to Bridgeport last year, and the problems reached a tipping point over the weekend.
Police said children were playing in the backyard of Dominick’s home and lit objects on fire. According to Dominick’s father, one of the objects was then tossed at his son’s face.
Doctors called Dominick’s bravery astounding.
“He is a tough little young man, and his spirits are actually very good,” said Dr. Magna Dias, chair of pediatrics at Bridgeport Hospital.
One of the doctors at the hospital said his recovery could take weeks to months. However, he should make a full recovery.
“It’s very important to have a positive attitude when you’re recovering,” Dias said. “If you feel like you have no hope, then it actually makes it much more difficult to recover. So, things like this [parade] are really meaningful.”
Organizers of a GoFundMe fundraising effort said Dominick suffered second and third-degree burns.
“We have people bringing us dinners to my family before I get home, so they have dinner,” Aaron Krankall said. “We’ve had relatives and aunts, people coming over, and cousins coming over and helping out. It’s just been amazing.”
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DUBLIN, Calif., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TriNet (NYSE: TNET), a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), today announced it will release financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022 after U.S. market hours on Tuesday, July 26, 2022.
TriNet will host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) on July 26, 2022 to discuss the financial results. TriNet encourages participants to pre-register for the conference call. Callers who pre-register will be given a unique PIN to gain immediate access to the call and bypass the live operator. To pre-register, go to: https://dpregister.com/sreg/10169096/f3a24c8ba0.
For those who would like to join the call but have not pre-registered, they can do so by dialing +1 (412) 317-5426 and requesting the "TriNet Conference Call."
The live webcast of the conference call can be accessed on the Investor Relations section of TriNet's website at investor.trinet.com. A replay of the webcast will be available on this site for approximately one year. A telephonic replay will be available for two weeks following the conference call at +1 (412) 317-0088 conference ID: 7851836.
About TriNet
TriNet (NYSE: TNET) provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service HR solutions tailored by industry. To free SMBs from HR complexities, TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation and compliance, payroll, all enabled by industry leading technology capabilities. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Payroll and Time & Attendance. From Main Street to Wall Street, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most—growing their business and enabling their people. TriNet, incredible starts here. For more information, visit TriNet.com or follow us on Twitter.
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| 2022-07-12T22:12:11Z
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Which bike basket is best?
Whether you’re an avid cyclist or use a bike as your primary source of transport, having a reliable bike basket is a must. A bike basket allows you to carry personal items, groceries and more to and from your destination. From the classic wicker aesthetic of the early 1900s to the more modern design of the metal mesh, there are many bike-basket styles out there.
If you’re looking for a sturdy rattan basket with a vintage look for your handlebar, the best one is the Tote And Kari Bike Basket.
What to know before you buy a bike basket
Use
A bike basket’s main purpose is to carry light to medium-weight cargo while riding a bike. From keys to water bottles to handbags, these baskets make transporting smaller items easy and convenient, so it doesn’t impede the bicyclist.
Position and mounting
Bike baskets can go either on the front or back of a bike. Most are designed to readily attach to any type of bicycle, too, making them a great way to customize the bike.
- Front-mounted baskets attach to the handlebars. This can make it easier to keep an eye on whatever is inside to ensure nothing falls out while riding. However, it can also affect the way you steer, especially if the basket is large or heavy.
- Rear-mounted baskets usually hang on the left and right sides of the back wheel over the rear rack. Because they go behind you, they don’t affect steering. They can make the weight distribution feel uneven in the back, though.
Installing a basket onto a bicycle usually involves securing it with mounts, hooks, buckles or brackets. Some baskets use leather straps that go over and around the handlebars or bike rack, which don’t usually require tools. Most come with clear instructions on how to install them.
Be sure to properly secure your bike basket to the bicycle. Test it by riding a short distance to see if it moves or tilts. If it does, go back and adjust the straps or brackets as needed.
Weight limit
Usually, rear-mounted baskets are larger than front-mounted ones, and they can hold more weight. Most can hold around 10-15 pounds at once. If you need to carry more items, consider getting two baskets instead, one for the front and one for the back. Alternatively, you could get a pair of bicycle saddlebags.
What to look for in a quality bike basket
Design and material
Bike baskets come in three main styles:
- Wire: These are more suitable for wetter climates since they’re made from more durable materials such as steel or other metals and are resistant to corrosion or rust. They’re also often less expensive.
- Wicker: These have a more classic or rustic appearance. They consist of plant-based materials such as reed or willow. They’re harder to clean than metal and tend to absorb odors and moisture.
- Fabric: Some baskets consist partly of fabric, though they usually have a solid metal or wicker base. The fabric is often part of an outer shell that’s waterproof and resistant to general wear and tear.
Many baskets are detachable and have handles, making it easy to take them with you when not riding your bike. These are especially convenient for those who want to use them for groceries or carrying books or school supplies. Some detachable baskets have hooks, while others use straps.
Insulation and padding
A few baskets, particularly those made to hold small pets, come with additional padding. They are also thicker and have a stronger mounting system to keep them in place while cycling. Some baskets also have insulation, making them useful for carrying cold groceries or food for a picnic.
Color
Wicker baskets usually come in different shades of brown, including light brown, dark brown and tan. Mesh metal ones often sport a natural metallic color. However, some metal and fabric baskets are dyed bright colors, such as pink, red, yellow, etc.
Those with leather straps are sometimes dyed to match the main part of the basket. Some baskets have patterns, but most are solid.
Storage compartments
A standard bike basket comes with one main compartment that’s open to the elements. This is convenient for carrying items of different heights and sizes.
Some modern ones feature a designated bottle holder. A few have dedicated pockets for carrying smaller items, such as a cell phone or keys.
Size
In general, baskets made for bikes are designed to be small and compact enough to fit on most bicycles. An example of a standard-sized one is the Retrospec Steel Mesh Basket, which is 14 inches long, 10 inches wide and 9.5 inches high. If you need something bigger, you’ll want to consider using saddlebags or a bike trailer.
How much you can expect to spend on a bike basket
Most bike baskets cost $15-$70. The more expensive ones are usually made from higher quality materials or have extra features such as special compartments or insulation.
Bike basket FAQ
Can a bike basket be used on any bicycle?
A. For the most part, you can mount a bike basket to any bicycle, including mountain bikes. If the bicycle has a front suspension, it can be more difficult to install the basket, though. Make sure the basket comes with the right attachments for your bicycle.
Can a bike basket affect steering?
A. A fully loaded basket can make a bicycle feel unbalanced, especially if you have a front-mounted one. If it’s too heavy or improperly secured to the handlebars, the basket could make the bike wobble while riding.
Do baskets for bikes come with lids?
A. Some baskets have a top lid secured with zippers or a buckle. These baskets are often more secure than those without, making them ideal for carrying small valuables.
What’s the best bike basket to buy?
Top bike basket
What you need to know: This classic basket is lightweight, durable and installs easily on the handlebars.
What you’ll love: This beautiful wicker basket has a 12-pound weight capacity. It has a wooden base for additional support. It also comes with a cup or bottle holder. Plus, it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee that protects it against any manufacturer defects.
What you should consider: Although it can carry a lot of weight, it’s on the smaller side.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top bike basket for the money
Retrospec Bicycles Detachable Steel Half-Mesh Apollo Bike Basket With Handles
What you need to know: This affordable basket consists of metal mesh and is a great choice for those who live in wet climates.
What you’ll love: Available in seven colors, this alloy steel basket is durable and resistant to rust. It’s easy to install with mounting hooks but is also detachable. It has a weight capacity of 12 pounds.
What you should consider: The metal can scratch the paint of the handlebars.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Nantucket Bicycle Basket Company Madaket Creel Front Bicycle Basket With Lid
What you need to know: This rattan basket comes with a lid and fits on the front of most bicycles.
What you’ll love: Available in natural gray and honey, the basket has two adjustable leather straps that are easy to secure to any bike. It can carry up to 13 pounds.
What you should consider: It can become damaged if exposed to heavy rain.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Kohl’s
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NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of IonQ, Inc. (NYSE: IONQ) between March 30, 2021 and May 2, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 1, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased IonQ 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 IonQ class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6703 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 August 1, 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) IonQ had not yet developed a 32-qubit quantum computer; (2) IonQ's 11-qubit quantum computer suffered from significant error rates, rendering it useless; (3) IonQ's quantum computer is not sufficiently reliable, so it is not accessible despite being available through major cloud providers; (4) a significant portion of IonQ's revenue was derived from improper round-tripping transactions with related parties; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about IonQ'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.
To join the IonQ class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6703 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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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Twitter is stepping up its fight against misinformation with a new policy cracking down on posts that spread potentially dangerous false stories. The change is part of a broader effort to promote accurate information during times of conflict or crisis.
Starting Thursday, the platform will no longer automatically recommend or emphasize posts that make misleading claims about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, including material that mischaracterizes conditions in conflict zones or makes false allegations of war crimes or atrocities against civilians.
Under its new “crisis misinformation policy,” Twitter will also add warning labels to debunked claims about ongoing humanitarian crises, the San Francisco-based company said. Users won’t be able to like, forward or respond to posts that violate the new rules.
The changes make Twitter the latest social platform to grapple with the misinformation, propaganda and rumors that have proliferated since Russia invaded Ukraine in February. That misinformation ranges from rumors spread by well-intentioned users to Kremlin propaganda amplified by Russian diplomats or fake accounts and networks linked to Russian intelligence.
“We have seen both sides share information that may be misleading and/or deceptive,” said Yoel Roth, Twitter’s head of safety and integrity, who detailed the new policy for reporters. “Our policy doesn’t draw a distinction between the different combatants. Instead, we’re focusing on misinformation that could be dangerous, regardless of where it comes from.”
The new policy will complement existing Twitter rules that prohibit digitally manipulated media, false claims about elections and voting, and health misinformation, including debunked claims about COVID-19 and vaccines.
But it could also clash with the views of Tesla billionaire Elon Musk, who has agreed to pay $44 billion to acquire Twitter with the aim of making it a haven for “free speech.” Musk hasn’t addressed many instances of what that would mean in practice, although he has said that Twitter should only take down posts that violate the law, which taken literally would prevent action against most misinformation, personal attacks and harassment. He has also criticized the algorithms used by Twitter and other social platforms to recommend particular posts to individuals.
The policy was written broadly to cover misinformation during other conflicts, natural disasters, humanitarian crises or “any situation where there’s a widespread threat to health and safety,” Roth said.
Twitter said it will rely on a variety of credible sources to determine when a post is misleading. Those sources will include humanitarian groups, conflict monitors and journalists.
A senior Ukrainian cybersecurity official, Victor Zhora, welcomed Twitter’s new screening policy and said that it’s up to the global community to “find proper approaches to prevent the sowing of misinformation across social networks.”
While the results have been mixed, Twitter’s efforts to address misinformation about the Ukraine conflict exceed those of other platforms that have chosen a more hands-off approach, like Telegram, which is popular in Eastern Europe.
Asked specifically about the Telegram platform, where Russian government disinformation is rampant but Ukraine’s leaders also reaches a wide audience, Zhora said the question was “tricky but very important.” That’s because the kind of misinformation disseminated without constraint on Telegram “to some extent led to this war.”
Since the Russian invasion began in February, social media platforms like Twitter and Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, have tried to address a rise in war-related misinformation by labeling posts from Russian state-controlled media and diplomats. They’ve also de-emphasized some material so it no longer turns up in searches or automatic recommendations.
Emerson Brooking, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Digital Forensic Research Lab and expert on social media and disinformation, said that the conflict in Ukraine shows how easily misinformation can spread online during conflict, and the need for platforms to respond.
“This is a conflict that has played out on the internet, and one that has driven extraordinarily rapid changes in tech policy,” he said.
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Associated Press writer Frank Bajak contributed to this report from Boston.
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| 2022-05-20T02:40:04Z
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Avenatti, facing sentencing, apologizes to Stormy Daniels
NEW YORK (AP) — Convicted California lawyer Michael Avenatti wants leniency at sentencing for defrauding former client Stormy Daniels of hundreds of thousands of dollars, his lawyers say, citing a letter in which he told Daniels: “I am truly sorry.”
The emailed letter, dated May 13, was included in a submission his lawyers made late Thursday in Manhattan federal court in advance of a June 2 sentencing.
Avenatti, 51, should face no more than three years in prison for his latest conviction, or 4 1/2 years in all, because two convictions have destroyed his life, the lawyers said.
“This sobering reality is as sufficient and powerful a punishment and deterrence as any. Worse, Mr. Avenatti’s extreme rise and fall played out on the most public of platforms, an experience he is unlikely to ever recover from reputationally,” they said.
Last year, Avenatti was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for trying to extort up to $25 million from Nike by threatening to tarnish its reputation with claims that the sportswear giant was immersed in a college basketball recruiting scandal in which cash payouts were used to steer top-tier athletes to the best programs.
Then he was convicted by a jury this year for pocketing up to $300,000 of an $800,000 payout to Daniels for her autobiography, spending some of the money on his firm’s payroll and personal expenses.
Insisting on representing himself just before Daniels was to testify, Avenatti forced his lawyers to take a back seat as he confronted his former client over advances she received for her book, “Full Disclosure,” published in fall 2018.
He tried to justify taking some book proceeds by citing other legal quests he took on for Daniels as he was litigating lawsuits brought on her behalf to negate the effects of a $130,000 payment she said she received in 2016 from Donald Trump’s personal lawyer to remain silent about a tryst a decade earlier that Trump has denied. Shortly after the payment, Trump won the presidency.
In the presentence submission, Avenatti’s lawyers noted that they had included a letter of apology that their client sent Daniels a week ago.
Included as an exhibit, the letter said he had reflected over the past several months about his life, their friendship and his legal representation of her.
“It is obvious that I failed you in many respects and that I disappointed you and let you down in multiple ways,” he wrote. “I wish that we could turn back the clock so that the mistakes I made would never be repeated. I am truly sorry.”
In citing the letter, Avenatti’s lawyers also wrote: “Mr. Avenatti understands that some may view his remorse as too little too late, and that the Court may look skeptically on his contrition given the way in which Mr. Avenatti’s trial transpired. Nevertheless, Mr. Avenatti is genuinely remorseful, especially for the pain his actions have caused his family and close friends.”
They also noted that Avenatti wants treatment for alcohol use and to engage in therapeutic counseling services.
Prosecutors will file their own sentencing recommendations this month.
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Temple residents craving new foods options soon will see eateries that offer Mediterranean and comfort food entrees.
Two emerging restaurant chains — Shawarma Press and Chicken Salad Chick — are planning to open spots in the Temple area.
Shawarma Press, a quick-service eatery with Mediterranean cuisine, said it plans to open a Temple shop as the chain seeks to open more than 100 restaurants inside Walmart stores and at stand-alone locations over the next five years.
The Irving-based chain announced the Temple shop and others in East and North Texas will debut in late 2022 during the opening of its sixth state location in Frisco earlier this month. Shawarma Press currently has restaurants inside Walmart stores in Arlington, Plano, San Antonio, Irving and Georgetown.
“Co-founded by Dallas entrepreneurs Sawsan Abublan and Dr. Ehap Sabri, the first Shawarma Press opened its doors in Irving in 2017,” the company said in a news release. “Since then, restaurant’s growing popularity resulted in franchise inquiries throughout Texas and nationwide. According to Ehap Sabri, PhD, who is a former KPMG supply chain leader and an adjunct professor at (the University of Texas at Dallas) School of Business, additional restaurants will be opening throughout Texas this year, followed by Wichita Falls, Lufkin and Temple.”
Shawarma Press said its restaurants are “the go-to place for authentic and innovative Mediterranean fare, including shawarma wraps made with all-natural chicken and premium beef, made-from-scratch falafels and hummus, and fresh soups, salads, bowls and pastries.”
The chicken shawarma, Tandori Press and the spicy Tex-Mex Press wraps are popular items, Shawarma Press said.
The company said its menu includes nutritional information to aid customers on restricted diets or those with allergies.
“Customers are realizing that Shawarma Press is an alternative to quick service food that is sometimes loaded with empty calories and high in sugars, fat, preservatives and sodium,” Abudlan, Shawarma Press Franchising CEO and co-founder, said. “We are thrilled to offer our guests delicious, nourishing, heart-healthy dishes they can feel good about.”
A location for the Temple Shawarma Press has not been announced.
Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick, a fast-casual restaurant that serves 15 styles of chicken salad, announced in June that franchise agreements will bring nearly 20 new eateries to Texas, including the Austin and San Antonio markets, over the next five years. Five new locations will open this year.
Chicken Salad Chick said franchisers are developing two Bell County locations in Temple and Killeen, but no details have been announced. The Temple restaurant is expected to open within two years, the company said.
The chain currently has 21 Texas locations including those in the Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth areas.
“Behind the Austin agreement is duo Austin Young and Sara Ingram,” Chicken Salad Chick said in a news release. “Restaurant and franchise veterans, Young and Ingram are the current owners of Chicken Salad Chick–Waco and two of the youngest franchisees on the Chicken Salad Chick roster. The pair also has two restaurants in development in Temple and Killeen. Eager to further expand their multi-unit portfolio, Young and Ingram plan to open the eight units in Austin over the next three years.”
The restaurant serves its chicken salads either on bread, lettuce as a scoop with crackers, or in a leafy green salad. It also sells chicken salad by the pound for take-out, and delicatessen-style sandwiches and side dishes. The menu also includes pimento cheese, egg salad, broccoli salad, fruit salad, macaroni and cheese, pasta salad and grape salad. Daily soup specials include tomato bisque, broccoli and cheese, chicken and artichoke florentine, and chicken tortilla; loaded potato soup is offered daily, the company said.
Chicken Salad Chick celebrated the opening of a Lake Jackson restaurant June 15.
“Within the next 24 months, Chicken Salad Chick plans to open additional locations across Amarillo, Frisco, Houston, Missouri City, San Antonio, Temple, Tyler and Weatherford,” the company said in June.
Scott Deviney, CEO of Chicken Salad Chick, said it is exciting to see the brand’s southern expansion in progress.
“We’re more than humbled to support our franchisees as they continue to thrive in markets across Texas, and look forward to seeing how communities across the state respond to the product.”
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Neighbor calls 911: Sugar Creek Township couple were fighting over gun
SUGAR CREEK TWP. – A man was fatally wounded while arguing with a woman over a firearm at their Alabama Avenue SW residence Friday evening, according to 911 calls obtained by the Canton Repository.
A next-door neighbor reported hearing a woman yell over to her home: "Call 911, I need an ambulance and police."
More:Man fatally shot in Sugar Creek Township
The neighbor, while speaking with 911 workers and now inside the home where the shooting had taken place, said the couple were arguing over a firearm just prior to the shooting, and David Vogelsong, 53, had been shot.
"I can hear her screaming, 'Wake up! Wake up! I'm scared. ... I don't know what to do," the neighbor cried over the phone.
The woman told the dispatcher that the man was dead.
"They were fighting over guns and he got shot," the woman told a dispatcher.
More:Jackson Township motel shooting victim identified, homicide suspect appears in court
The shooting remains under investigation by the Stark County Sheriff's Office.
According to the Sheriff's Office, there have been no arrests or charges as of Tuesday afternoon.
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K9 officer Jax alerted interdiction officers with the Albany-Dougherty Drug Unit to the possibility of drugs in a vehicle during a recent traffic stop, leading to the arrest of an Albany man on drug charges.
K9 officer Jax alerted interdiction officers with the Albany-Dougherty Drug Unit to the possibility of drugs in a vehicle during a recent traffic stop, leading to the arrest of an Albany man on drug charges.
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The search of an Albany man’s car during a traffic stop yielded marijuana, digital scales and cash.
ALBANY — K9 officer Jax alerted interdiction officers with the Albany-Dougherty Drug Unit to the possibility of drugs in a vehicle during a recent traffic stop, leading to the arrest of an Albany man on drug charges.
Vernon Harris’ Nissan Altima was stopped for a window tint violation on the 1200 block of West Gordon Avenue by ADDU officers, and enough information was gathered to deploy Jax. When the K9 officer alerted his human counterparts to the possibility of drugs in the vehicle, they detained Harris.
While conducting a search of the vehicle, according to ADDU Commander Maj. Ryan Ward, the following items were recovered/seized:
♦ 7.43 pounds of marijuana found in several bags;
♦ Five digital scales;
♦ $1,588 in cash.
Harris, was taken into custody and subsequently transported to the Dougherty County Jail, where he was charged with a window tint or glazing violation, possession of drug-related objects, and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.
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US diverts COVID-19 funds to secure vaccines amid stalemate
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration said Wednesday that a funding crunch is forcing it to divert more than $10 billion in coronavirus relief from test procurement and other efforts as it tries to come up with money to secure the next generation of vaccines and treatments for some high-risk Americans.
The White House said it has been left with “no choice” but to cut back on orders of at-home rapid tests that have supported a domestic manufacturing base for the easy diagnostic tests. It also is scaling back funding for research and development of new COVID-19 vaccines and limiting orders of personal protective equipment in an effort to maintain some stockpiles of vaccines and treatments for Americans heading into the winter.
Even then, the Democratic administration says, there will only be enough money available to provide treatments and vaccines to some people. It urged Congress to act to provide enough money to secure doses for all who might want or need them.
“The administration has to act because Congress won’t,” the White House said in a statement. “These trade-offs we are being forced to make because of Congress will have serious consequences on the development of next-generation vaccines, therapeutics and diagnostics, domestic vaccine production capacity, stockpiling of PPE and the procurement of tests and testing supplies for federally qualified and community health centers.”
The White House said the “unacceptable” trade-offs were due to congressional inaction.
It was not immediately clear which vaccines and treatments the administration was seeking to secure with the limited funding — including whether the administration was placing orders for potential multivalent vaccines that would protect against both the original COVID-19 strain and offer targeted protection against some variants. The White House also didn’t say how many doses of vaccines would be acquired, citing contracting requirements for the lack of clarity.
The administration said the Wednesday moves would shift $5 billion to buy COVID-19 vaccine doses for the fall, $4.9 billion for 10 million Paxlovid oral antiviral treatment courses and $300 million for the purchase of additional monoclonal antibody treatments.
The Biden administration has been warning for months of the potential for rationing and other tough trade-offs if Congress doesn’t act to provide additional funding, saying that it would cost lives as people’s immunity from booster doses or from prior infection wane.
Lawmakers in March appeared near a deal for $10 billion of the $22.5 billion that President Joe Biden has requested, but negotiations broke down over Biden’s plans to end pandemic-related public health restrictions on U.S. borders that severely curtailed migration. Though that move has been blocked by a federal judge, lawmakers have appeared no closer to reaching a deal.
The White House has said that if it doesn’t act swiftly to secure vaccines, other nations will lock in their own places in line ahead of the U.S. That would reverse the trend of the U.S. being among the first nations, if not the first nation, to market vaccines and life-saving COVID-19 treatments like Paxlovid.
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34-year-old man arrested for Jefferson Co. child sex crimes
Published: Aug. 2, 2022 at 6:46 AM CDT|Updated: 31 minutes ago
JEFFERSON CO., Kan. (WIBW) - A 34-year-old man has been arrested for child sex crimes in Jefferson County.
The Jefferson Co. Jail inmate roster indicates that Joshua Segenhagen, 34, was booked into jail just before 7 p.m. on Friday, July 29.
Sheriff Jeff Herrig told 13 NEWS that the arrest had related to a juvenile case, however, not much more information was known.
According to the booking record, Segenhagen was arrested for rape, aggravated criminal sodomy of a child under 14 years old with a person or animal, aggravated indecent liberties with a child and fondling a child.
As of 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 2, Sagenhagen remains behind bars on a $100,000 bond.
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NEW YORK, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Pulse Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLSE) between January 12, 2021 and February 7, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important April 18, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Pulse 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 Pulse class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3409 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) Pulse's investigational device exemption study evaluating the use of the CellFX System to treat sebaceous hyperplasia lesions failed to meet its primary endpoints; (2) as a result, there was a substantial risk that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration would reject Pulse's 510(k) submission seeking to expand the label for the CellFX System to treat sebaceous hyperplasia lesions; and (3) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Pulse'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.
To join the Pulse action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3409 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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Tesla issues 2nd recall for obstructing pedestrian warning
Published: Apr. 14, 2022 at 7:38 AM CDT|Updated: 24 minutes ago
DETROIT (AP) — Tesla is recalling nearly nearly 595,000 vehicles in the U.S., most for a second time, because a “Boombox” function can play sounds over an external speaker and obscure audible warnings for pedestrians.
The company says in government documents that the new recall will disable “Boombox” if owners are using a feature that lets them “summon” the vehicles at low speeds.
The first recall in February disabled “Boombox” if the Teslas are in drive, neutral or reverse.
Both recalls will be done with online software updates.
The new recall covers certain 2020 through 2022 Model Y, X, and S vehicles, as well as the 2017 through 2022 Model 3.
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Funding will advance company's isCAR program toward clinical trials as well as support development of other internal and partnered preclinical programs
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Orna Therapeutics, a biotechnology company pioneering a new class of fully engineered circular RNA therapies (oRNA), today announced the initial closing of its $221 million Series B financing. At signing, the company received approximately $121 million and expects to receive the remaining $100 million subject to customary closing conditions (including regulatory approval under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act). Merck participated as a new investor in the financing alongside commitments from founding investors MPM Capital and BioImpact Capital, an affiliate of MPM, among others. Orna was created in 2019 by MPM Capital and BioImpact Capital, with funding from the UBS Oncology Impact Fund.
The financing will enable Orna to continue development of its circular RNA + LNP (lipid nanoparticle) delivery platform, as augmented by its joint venture with ReNAgade Therapeutics, an RNA delivery company created by MPM Capital and BioImpact Capital, to advance its lead in situ CAR (isCAR) program toward the clinic and build manufacturing capabilities to support development of an expanding preclinical and clinical pipeline.
"In under three years, Orna has taken proprietary circular RNA from academic literature to the first proof of concept data in preclinical models," said Tom Barnes, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Orna and Entrepreneur at BioImpact Capital. "Investors continue to recognize our premier technology and the hard work of our team, and we are pleased to see such unwavering belief in the potential of circular RNA to revolutionize how we treat disease."
Orna is expanding the reach of current RNA therapeutics with recently presented preclinical data demonstrating the potential of oRNA to treat cancer, genetic disorders, and infectious diseases. Orna's lead isCAR program demonstrated tumor suppression and eradication in animal models, indicating significant potential that oRNA-based cancer therapies could be superior to traditional cell therapies. With the proceeds of the Series B financing, Orna anticipates advancing this program into clinical trials in 2024.
"In just a few years since we created and built the company, Orna has made remarkable progress in demonstrating the extensive power of its circular RNA + LNP delivery technologies," said Ansbert Gadicke, M.D., Chairman of Orna, Managing Partner of BioImpact Capital and MPM Managing Director. "oRNA, with its numerous advantages over linear mRNA, is the next generation of RNA therapies, and we are excited to see the continued development and applications of this technology."
"It has been validating to see the promise of RNA realized through linear mRNA-based vaccines," said Daniel G. Anderson, Ph.D., Professor of Chemical Engineering and core member of the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research and the Institute for Medical Engineering and Science at MIT, and Co-founder of Orna. "Orna's next generation of oRNA therapies not only demonstrate promise as vaccines, but also as treatments for a range of diseases where other modalities have fallen short."
SVB Securities acted as financial advisor to Orna on this transaction.
About Orna Therapeutics
Orna Therapeutics was founded on groundbreaking research by Alex Wesselhoeft, Ph.D., and Daniel G. Anderson, Ph.D., from MIT and built by MPM Capital and BioImpact Capital, an affiliate of MPM. Orna's proprietary circular RNA (oRNA) is engineered as linear RNA that self-circularizes. By taking a line and turning it into a circle, oRNA exhibits numerous advantages over traditional linear mRNA therapies such as simplified production, increased protein expression, and a superior immunogenicity profile. With proprietary lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), including those from Orna's joint venture with ReNAgade Therapeutics, an RNA delivery company, our technologies expand the possibilities of what RNA therapeutics can achieve. To learn more visit: www.ornatx.com and follow Orna Therapeutics on Twitter and LinkedIn.
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Inflation is a bigger threat to some Americans. Here’s why
By Anneken Tappe, CNN Business
America’s soaring inflation is inflicting pain on household budgets across the United States. But not everyone is affected in the same way. While economic data shows the general trend of prices, it doesn’t tell the story of individual groups, said Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard on Tuesday.
“Today, inflation is very high, particularly for food and gasoline. All Americans are confronting higher prices, but the burden is particularly great for households with more limited resources,” Brainard said at the Minneapolis Fed’s Spring 2022 Institute Research Conference.
Lower-income households spend 77% of their income on necessities, she said. That compares to only 31% spent on necessities by higher-income households.
On top of that, lower-income households have smaller financial cushions and may not be able to switch to lower-priced alternatives as easily, Brainard said.
If the price of breakfast cereal increases across the board, for example, a higher-income household that used to buy a brand name product could downshift to a store brand to save money. But a household that already buys the store brand doesn’t have the same option.
Details beyond the data
In the United States, the Consumer Price Index compiled by the Labor Department, and the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index tracked by the the Bureau of Economic Analysis, both climbed to their highest level in 40 years in February.
CPI stood at 7.9% for the 12-month period, while PCE came in at 6.4%. The economic impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is expected to keep food and energy inflation elevated throughout this year.
While the numbers are especially useful when tracking price changes over a particular period, they have limitations, said Brainard, who has been nominated as Fed vice chair, one of the most influential economic positions in Washington.
“Those aggregate statistics are very important for us, but they don’t really tell a full story of how certain communities are experiencing employment or inflation,” she said Tuesday.
Since lower-income households also represent a smaller share of overall spending, they are underrepresented in the price indexes that track average consumer spending.
“It would be useful to have data about consumer inflation broken out by demographic groups, similar to labor market and personal-income data, in order to assess the differential effect of inflation across different groups of households,” Brainard added.
Research from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that consumer prices for the lowest-income Americans grew faster than overall inflation between 2003 and 2018. Meanwhile, the opposite was true for the highest-income quartile.
“Inflation disparities between the rich and the poor grow during bad times,” said David Argente, assistant professor of economics at Penn State University, during the panel that followed Brainard’s remarks.
Even though wages have been rising, particularly in lower-paying jobs in the leisure, hospitality and retail industries, the rampant price hikes need to be brought under control, an aim that both Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and President Biden agree upon.
Economists worry that if prices keep rising for too long, consumers will start putting off or delaying purchases, which could eat into the nation’s economic growth.
The Fed has already started raising interest rates and will continue down this path, Brainard said. She also anticipates the central bank’s balance sheet will shrink down more quickly than in previous policy-tightening cycles.
The Fed’s next two-day meeting is scheduled for May 3-4.
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Company signs on as corporate affiliate to diversify talent pipeline in support of military community
PITTSBURGH, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of retail and franchise locations across the U.S., a thriving e-commerce business and a need to staff up to support consumer demand, GNC is positioned for growth. To deliver, the company is investing in its commitment to the military community, launching a U.S. based partnership with the University of Health & Performance to form a dedicated Veteran hiring initiative company-wide the goal of which is to hire over 1,000 program participants over the next two years.
Founded by CEO Matt Hesse, a former GNC associate, franchise operator, Army Veteran and the Founder and Former CEO of PERFORMIX (a sports brand sold at GNC), the University of Health & Performance leverages his four-dimensional, integrated curriculum known as The Purpose Blueprint, to support the distinct needs of Veterans, empowering them to discover a new purpose and way to serve, though fitness and health.
"GNC played a fundamental role in my transition after service, offering stability and community during a time of change," said Hesse. "I joined GNC as an associate and was immediately drawn to its mission and commitment to supporting consumers through innovation and science-driven advancements. Building upon the company's mission to Live Well, I expanded my role; going on to own 12 units as a franchisee and developing the disruptive supplement brand, PERFORMIX."
As part of its affiliation, GNC is working with the University of Health & Performance to craft custom programming to equip graduates with the skills necessary to join the company as associates following graduation. Together, the organizations are aligning on core competencies, training opportunities, and leveraging the University's coaches to help develop and position potential candidates for success at GNC via a formal veteran recruitment pipeline.
"Active military and veterans have been a major part of the GNC community since the beginning, and we are passionate about supporting their transition to civilian life as part of the GNC family," said Nate Frazier, Chief Operating Officer, GNC. "We are actively pursuing ways to empower veterans throughout the company, and our partnership with the University of Health & Performance will allow us to drive meaningful value across all levels of the business."
In addition to Hesse, the University of Health & Performance boasts a strong coaching staff comprised of experts including former Army Special Forces coach, Hunter Schurrer, former Head of Mental Performance for the Toronto Blue Jays, Ben Freakley, and former Director of Whole Health Education at the Department of Veteran's Affairs, Kelly Howard, as Head of Education.
This relationship will complement GNC's existing engagement with Jay Glazer's Merging Vets and Players.
To learn more about GNC, visit www.gnc.com.
About GNC
GNC is a leading global health and wellness brand that provides high-quality, science-based products and solutions consumers need to live mighty, live fit and live well.
The brand touches consumers worldwide by providing its products and services through company-owned retail locations, domestic and international franchise locations, digital commerce and strong wholesale and retail partnerships across the globe. GNC's diversified, multi-channel business model has worldwide reach and a well-recognized, trusted brand. By combining exceptional innovation, product development capabilities and an extensive global distribution network, GNC manages a best-in-class product portfolio. www.gnc.com.
About the University of Health & Performance
The University of Health & Performance (UHP) is a wellness-based educational institution on a mission to empower students to discover purpose and new career paths, though fitness and health. UHP teaches a four-dimensional, integrated curriculum known as "The Purpose Blueprint," where students set goals in four key pillars of: How to Think, Train, Feel, & Lead. The immersive experience held on 500 acres in the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas, gives students the tools to identify their purpose, while building a focused plan to live it. Students train and live in world class facilities designed by a top NYC architecture firm. Graduates are certified as accredited health and fitness trainers and receive continued mentorship, job placement support, and counseling through UHP's graduate support program.
UHP was founded in January 2022, by Matt Hesse in Bentonville, AR. Hesse has an extensive history working within, and on behalf of the Veteran population. He also serves on the President of the United States Council for Fitness and Sports. For more information visit www.university-hp.com
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Leading Battery Retailer Reaps the Benefits of Franchisee Reinvestment
HARTLAND, Wis., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Batteries Plus, the nation's largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb, key fob and phone repair franchise, has enjoyed a tremendous degree of system-wide growth over the course of the past couple of years. Record-breaking, even, by most metrics. And a significant portion of that expansion has been due to higher-than-average levels of organic franchise investment; growth originating from the success of existing franchisees.
In short, organic franchise growth is the process by which franchisees reinvest in the brands they're already a part of as a means of amassing more units, expanding their market reach, deepening their portfolio, and increasing their potential for financial gain. It's become a sought-after avenue for business development in an oversaturated global market that's left more brands than ever vying for the attention of a finite field of prospective franchise partners.
The value of organic growth has only been magnified as most major industries have been made to endure rough economic waters. Causing the progression of many franchisors to thin. As luck would have it, Batteries Plus has been largely staved from such trepidation due to the capabilities and resources it's afforded its 700+ franchise locations through the country. So much so that in just the past few months the company has signed the Powel family of Florida, David Harshfield of California, Greg Stai of Florida, and Brad Ayer of North Carolina up for additional Batteries Plus venues in their respective markets.
"Prioritizing and perfecting the franchisee experience is the most integral step not only in enticing franchisees to increase their level of involvement with a brand but in getting them to set foot through the door in the first place," said Joe Malmuth, VP of Franchise Development and Relations.
Franchise brands are able to glean insight from one another on what it is that keeps franchisees coming back for. As it pertains to Batteries Plus, it's the corporate aid in navigating supply chain dilemmas, helping to keep shelves stocked, open lines of communication, aid in staffing solution, scalability and stability, and above average ROI that sets the company apart from the crowd. For an even greater idea of metrics that franchisors should seek to emanate, readers are encouraged to visit https://www.batteriesplusfranchise.com.
Batteries Plus was ranked on Franchise Times Top 400 list, coming in at #130. And for the 29th year in a row, the brand ranked on Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 list, climbing 69 spots over last year's rank.
To learn more about Batteries Plus, including information on the franchise opportunity or tour a store virtually, visit batteriesplusfranchise.com.
ABOUT BATTERIES PLUS:
Batteries Plus, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Hartland, WI, is a leading omnichannel retailer of batteries, specialty light bulbs and phone repair services for the direct-to-consumer and commercial channels. The retailer also offers key programming, replacement and cutting services. Through a nationwide network of stores, the company offers a differentiated value proposition of unrivaled product selection, in-stock availability and customer service. Batteries Plus is owned by Freeman Spogli, a private equity firm based in Los Angeles and New York City. To learn more about one of Forbes®' Best Franchises to Buy in America, visit https://www.batteriesplusfranchise.com.
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FOSTER CITY, Calif., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- QuinStreet, Inc. (Nasdaq: QNST), a leader in performance marketplaces and technologies for the financial services and home services industries, today announced that management will participate in the following investor conferences:
- 19th Annual Craig-Hallum Institutional Investor Conference on Wednesday, June 1st, 2022.
- Cowen 50th Annual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York City.
The Company looks forward to discussing the details of its performance momentum, market opportunity, and business model with investors.
About QuinStreet
QuinStreet, Inc. (Nasdaq: QNST) is a leader in performance marketplaces and technologies for the financial services and home services industries. QuinStreet is a pioneer in delivering online marketplace solutions to match searchers with brands in digital media, and is committed to providing consumers with the information and tools they need to research, find and select the products and brands that meet their needs.
Investor Contact:
Hayden Blair
(650) 578-7824
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The Valdosta Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Howard Hsu, will be featured in a 3 p.m. performance at the TCHS Performing Arts Center on Sept. 25 as the opener in the ABAC Presents! Performing Arts Series.
TIFTON — The Valdosta Symphony Orchestra will present the first of what ABAC officials are calling "five scintillating events" in the ABAC Presents! Performing Arts Series from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College on Sept. 25 with a 3 p.m. performance at the Tift County High School Performing Arts Center.
Winner of The American Prize for Orchestral Performance, the orchestra, conducted by Howard Hsu, returns to Tifton with a concert featuring Dvorak’s bright and energetic “Carnival Overture, Op. 92” as well as Ravel’s “Mother Goose Suite,” based on contemporary fairy tales
Also featured in the concert will be the orchestral adaptation of Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition,” which ends with a flourish with the magnificent movement, “The Great Gate of Kyiv.”
Other events in the series include the Atlanta Chamber Players on Oct. 10, the California Guitar Trio on Feb. 26, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Bluegrass Band on March 14 and trumpeter Scotty Barnhart with the ABAC Jazz Ensemble on April 20.
A season subscription to the series is now available for $80 per person. Individual tickets for each event also are available at a cost of $20 per event for adults and $10 per event for youths.
To purchase tickets, interested persons can visit arts.abac.edu or call the ABAC Ticket Line at (229) 391-4895.
For the ABAC Tifton Arts & Culture Season, the series sponsors include Laurie and John Bolen, Checkers/Captain D’s, and Southwell. Julie Hunt is a unique event sponsor, and preferred sponsors include South Georgia Banking Co., The Floor Shoppe at Glynn Hendricks Interiors, and Dr. Bret Wagenhorst.
Community partner sponsors are Bowen-Donaldson Home for Funerals, Ann Herzog, Dr. Larry and Mary Newton, Prince Automotive, and Tifton Housing Authority/McDonalds. Friends of the arts sponsors are Dr. Charlotte and Norris Klesman, Dr. Steve and Jeannie Rigdon, and Powell and Wanda Gaines. The exclusive hotel sponsor is Hilton Garden Inn of Tifton.
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Domestic acquisition of Central Indiana's largest family-owned lawn care company bolsters Neighborly's position as the world's largest franchisor of home service brands
WACO, Texas, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neighborly®, the world's largest home services company, announced today its acquisition of Lawn Pride®, a professional lawn care company in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company expects to begin franchising the Lawn Pride brand in the U.S. in 2023. With this acquisition, Neighborly has reached a milestone with now more than 30 home service brands globally across 18 service verticals.
"At Neighborly, we believe in the greater power of our collective, and welcoming Lawn Pride to our family of brands allows us to expand our offerings and deepen connections with homeowners," said Mike Bidwell, President and CEO of Neighborly. "Lawn Pride's fertilization, weed control, aeration and overseeding services have earned a remarkably high net promoter score and customer retention rate. We see tremendous opportunity to grow the brand to new heights beyond its home market."
Remaining true to its namesake, Lawn Pride, founded by Andrew Neher over 30 years ago, has a strong reputation and prides itself for its corporate culture, teamwork, operational excellence and unwavering emphasis on customer service and value, making it the perfect addition to the Neighborly family of brands.
"While still in college, I started my entrepreneurial journey in lawn care. With a lot of hard work and a highly dedicated and talented team, we built Lawn Pride into the thriving business it is today," said Andrew Neher, Founder and President of Lawn Pride. "Now, it's time for the Lawn Pride team and the Neighborly team to collaboratively write the Company's exciting next chapters. Guided by Neighborly's entrepreneurial spirit, leadership team, deep bench and experience in home services, and a great capacity to grow the business, this is clearly the right next step in our evolution."
Joshua Sevick, President of The Grounds Guys®, a Neighborly company, will oversee the integration of Lawn Pride. Both brands will operate independently with two distinct service models and systems under Neighborly's direction, providing unique value to customers who look to Neighborly as their hub for home services.
"As I've witnessed firsthand with The Grounds Guys, Neighborly's commitment to investing in the brands under its umbrella through the organization's proven franchise model is a game-changer for achieving accelerated brand growth," said Sevick. "I look forward to seeing Lawn Pride experience the same success under Neighborly that we've witnessed across all of our home service brands."
Neighborly recognizes that every associate plays a role in overall value creation for the company. Lawn Pride employees will be eligible to begin vesting into the Neighborly Associate Equity Program.
For more information about Neighborly's service brands, visit www.neighborly.com.
Neighborly® is the world's largest home services company with more than 30 brands and 5,000 franchises collectively serving 12 million+ customers in six countries, focused on repairing, maintaining and enhancing homes and businesses. The company operates online platforms that connect consumers to service providers in their local communities that meet their rigorous standards as a franchisor across 18 service categories at Neighborly.com or through the Neighborly App. More information about Neighborly®, and its franchise concepts, is available at Neighborlybrands.com. To learn about franchising opportunities with Neighborly®, click here.
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DENVER, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Theralink Technologies (OTC: THER) ("Theralink" or the "Company"), a precision medicine company with a novel, patented phosphoprotein-based assay for breast cancer, today announced that Mick Ruxin, M.D., President & CEO of Theralink, will participate in the H.C. Wainwright 24th Annual Global Investment Conference on September 12-14, 2022.
H.C. Wainwright 24th Annual Global Investment Conference
Date: September 12-14, 2022
Location: Lotte New York Palace or Virtual
Presentation: On demand from 7:00 a.m. ET on September 12, 2022
Registration: https://hcwevents.com/annualconference/
Dr. Ruxin will be available for one-on-one investor meetings for the duration of the conference. To arrange a one-on-one meeting with the Theralink management team, please contact your H.C. Wainwright representative or KCSA Strategic Communications by emailing Theralink@KCSA.com.
About Theralink Technologies, Inc.
Theralink Technologies is a proteomics-based, precision medicine company with a CLIA-certified laboratory located in Golden, Colorado. Through its unique and patented phosphoprotein and protein biomarker platform and LDTs, Theralink's technology targets multiple areas of oncology and drug development. In addition to the Company's first assay for advanced breast cancer, Theralink is actively working on a second assay that is planned to be pan-tumor for solid tumors across multiple tumor types such as ovarian, endometrial, pancreatic, liver, head and neck, gastrointestinal, lung, prostate, among others. Theralink provides precision oncology data through its powerful Theralink® Reverse Phase Protein Array assays to assist the biopharmaceutical industry and clinical oncologists in identifying likely responders and non-responders to both FDA-approved and investigational drug treatments. Theralink intends to help improve cancer outcomes for patients, help reveal therapeutic options for oncologists, and support biopharmaceutical drug development by using a beyond-genomics approach to molecular profiling that directly measures drug target levels and activity. For more information, please visit www.theralink.com.
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Certain statements contained in this press release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, without limitation, anything relating or referring to future financial results, patient enrollment and plans for future business development activities, and are thus prospective. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties some of which cannot be predicted or quantified based on current expectations. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the risks and uncertainties set forth from time to time in reports filed by Theralink Technologies with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends affecting the financial condition of our business and although the company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to have been correct. Consequently, future events and actual results could differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly release statements made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.
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DALLAS, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ARMM Inc. (OTCQB: ARMM) (the "Company" or "ARMM") a firearms lifestyle platform focused on Self-Reliance, is pleased to announce that it has added the American Tactical Defense ("ATD") Active Shooter School Training, sponsored by MAGLITE®, to its ARMM Academy.
The events that have recently occurred in Buffalo, New York, followed by the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, and Tulsa, Oklahoma have cast the national spotlight back on firearms. Armm's leadership strongly believes in empowering citizens with education, confidence and real-world solutions to defend themselves and others in the event of an active shooter scenario. The Company is partnering with American Tactical Defense LLC, the most current, proven, active shooter training for schools.
The training content will be hosted with the Discipline section of the platform and app. The ATD, MAGLITE® Sponsored Practical Defense Video Series includes the following modules:
In the coming weeks, ARMM and American Tactical Defense will be hosting an Active Shooter School Training Live Webinar, at the Maglite Campus in Ontario, California. The Company will also be distributing a link to participate in the Webinar.
Teachers that participate in the Webinar will receive a free copy of the Teachers Pocket Guide to Active Shooter Response, and School Administrators will receive the School Threat Assessment Checklist.
"Now more than ever, given our mission of self reliance, firearms education and training, situational awareness has become paramount. We will not wait for political solutions, and are excited to share ATD's invaluable skill set and content in order to empower citizens, teachers and administrators at this time," said Mark Lawson, CEO of Armm Inc.
About American Tactical Defense
American Tactical Defense is certified under the Schools A.C.T.™ (Active-Shooter Counter Training). This program is the most advanced training currently provided to schools. Bryan McKenrick, the COO, is a Federal Law Enforcement Instructor who supervises, instructs, trains, and develops all training for over 1,000 Federal Officers four times per year. He wrote the book on Federal active shooter response and training and currently keeps it up to date. Bryan has an extensive history, background and experience in Federal Law Enforcement for the past 24 years. Bryan has always realized his calling in helping people, providing protection and serving our great country, the United States of America. He served in an Operational capacity for 8 years in the U.S. Coast Guard and 15 years for a Federal Law Enforcement Agency. https://www.ustacdefense.com/
ABOUT ARMM
ARMM is a firearms lifestyle platform focused on SELF RELIANCE and is disrupting the $51 Billion consumer firearms and rugged outdoor recreational market. The platform includes an app in which users can take safety & training course via the ARMM Academy, access firearms insurance products, firearms related apparel and accessories, and engage with like minded outdoor enthusiasts while gaining exposure to your favorite brands.
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HARRISBURG, Pa., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LINKBANCORP, Inc. (Nasdaq: LNKB) (the "Company"), the holding company of The Gratz Bank, including its LINKBANK division, today announced the closing of its initial public offering of common stock. The Company sold 4,575,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $7.50 per share. The offering is expected to result in gross proceeds to the Company of approximately $34.3 million. The net proceeds to the Company, after deducting the underwriting discount and estimated offering expenses, are expected to be approximately $31.1 million.
The Company's common stock now trades on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol "LNKB."
Stephens Inc. and Piper Sandler & Co. acted as joint book-running managers. D.A. Davidson & Co. served as co-manager.
The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase up to 686,250 additional shares of common stock from the Company at the initial public offering price of $7.50, less the underwriting discount, to cover any over-allotments.
A Registration Statement on Form S-1 relating to the shares of common stock (File No: 333-267303) has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and was declared effective by the SEC on September 13, 2022. The offering has been made solely by means of the written prospectus forming a part of the effective registration statement. Copies of the final prospectus may be obtained from Stephens Inc., 111 Center Street, Little Rock, AR 72201, or by phone at 1-800-643-9691 or Piper Sandler & Co., 1251 Avenue of the Americas, 6th Floor, New York, New York 10020, or by phone at 612-303-8432, or by email at prospectus@psc.com or from D.A. Davidson & Co., 8 Third Street North, Great Falls, MT 59401, Attention: Equity Syndicate or by calling 1-800-332-5915.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell nor the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of the common stock, 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 such state or jurisdiction. The common stock purchased in the initial public offering will not be insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
About LINKBANCORP, Inc.
LINKBANCORP, Inc. was formed in 2018 with a mission to positively impact lives through community banking. Its subsidiary bank, The Gratz Bank, is a Pennsylvania state-chartered bank serving individuals, families, nonprofits and business clients throughout Central and Southeastern Pennsylvania through 10 client solutions centers of The Gratz Bank and LINKBANK, a division of The Gratz Bank.
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This press release includes "forward-looking statements," including with respect to the initial public offering. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "may," "might," "should," "could," "predict," "potential," "believe," "expect," "attribute," "continue," "will," "anticipate," "seek," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "projection," "goal," "target," "outlook," "aim," "would," "annualized" and "outlook," or similar terminology. These forward-looking statements are based on current beliefs and expectations of the Company's management and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond the Company's control. In addition, these forward-looking statements are subject to assumptions with respect to future business strategies and decisions that are subject to change. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements as a result of numerous factors. Factors that could cause such differences to exist include, but are not limited to: risks related to fluctuations in real estate values and both residential and commercial real estate market conditions; fiscal and monetary policies of the federal government and its agencies; changes in laws or government regulations or policies affecting financial institutions, including changes in regulatory fees and capital requirements; changes in the level and direction of loan delinquencies and write-offs and changes in estimates of the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses; demand for loans and deposits in our market area; conditions relating to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the severity and duration of the associated economic slowdown either nationally or in our market areas and the effectiveness of vaccination programs, that are worse than expected; operational risks including, but not limited to, cybersecurity, fraud and natural disasters; the risk that the Company may not be successful in the implementation of its business strategy; changes in prevailing interest rates; credit risk management; asset-liability management; and other risks detailed in the "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements," "Risk Factors" and other sections of the Registration Statement filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements presented herein are made only as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect changes in assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events, or otherwise, except as may be required by law.
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Cape Hatteras Villages And Beaches For Cool Factor Fun
CAPE HATTERAS, N.C., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau would like to invite travelers to take their time-off to the next level with a Hatteras Island experience sure to set new personal best records for fun. With over 100 miles of unspoiled beaches, this big island chain comes with a small town feel ripe for exploring rustic recreation on the edge of the world. "Visitors today are looking for more than just a vacation, they want a full-on destination deep dive that will stay with them for a lifetime," explains Lee Nettles, Executive Director. "If you want to taste life among a special people and create some of the best moments of your life, come to Cape Hatteras to experience that OBX spirit at its source."
Hatteras Island lies at the heart of Cape Hatteras National Seashore, public lands preserved for recreational access to some of the most pristine wild spaces in coastal America. The seven villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras are tiny communities that have existed on the fringe of the continent for generations, where water, wind and sunshine rule. "We've had a dynamic relationship with the elements for hundreds of years. We know how to catch fighting fish, cook amazing seafood from time-tested recipes and find the best spots to do anything related to the water such as surfing, kiteboarding or spear fishing shipwrecks on any given day," says Nettles.
Hatteras is one of three islands, along with Roanoke Island and the Northern Beaches, that you can visit as part of an Outer Banks road trip. Each island area has its own collection of national and state parks and refuges. Homegrown outfitters offer tours and a multitude of ways to enjoy special experiences. If you want a less physical pursuit than climbing skyscraping lighthouses or taking a horseback safari through ancient maritime forests, the new North Carolina Oyster Trail offers boat tours to local farms where you can see shellfish pulled right out of the water. Plenty of fresh markets add to your options for wild caught seafood and some will even prepare the food for you. Your "home base" vacation rental home, hotel suite or campsite somehow just got better.
Each island of the Outer Banks is within an easy daytrip of the others. Our communities are joined by awe-inspiring bridges and iconic drives, like NC's famous Highway 12 and the Outer Banks National Scenic Byway. "The towns and villages of the OBX are also connected by something deeper – a culture of independent, family owned and operated businesses," says Nettles. "Your support of local businesses is like a window into generations of life on the Outer Banks. We invite you to discover more at the official tourism website, OuterBanks.org."
About The Outer Banks
The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is a public authority and the lead marketing and promotional agency for Dare County's Outer Banks, a 100 mile stretch of barrier islands off the North Carolina coast. OuterBanks.org
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First-time C-section rates among US women on the rise
Published: Jul. 6, 2022 at 7:44 AM CDT|Updated: 42 minutes ago
(CNN) - First-time cesarean section rates among U.S. women are on the rise, according to the data the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released on Wednesday.
Between 2016 and 2019, the first-time C-section delivery rate generally declined. But the data shows it increased by 1% in 2020 and 2% percent in 2021, reaching a rate of 22.4 %.
That’s the highest number reported since comparable national data on first-time C-sections specifically became available in 2016.
While the rate of first-time C-sections is climbing, the rate of repeat C-sections is falling.
It decreased every year between 2016 and 2021, resulting in a 2% total decline.
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GRAND HAVEN, Mich., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shape Corp., a global tier-one automotive supplier of multi-material impact energy management and lightweight body structures, has entered into an agreement with Hydro, a leading producer of aluminum and renewable energy, to be the first to explore and bring to the US market, automotive components utilizing Hydro CIRCAL®, containing a minimum of 75% post-consumer aluminum scrap.
Hydro CIRCAL® is Hydro's brand of recycled aluminum made with a minimum of 75% recycled, post-consumer aluminum scrap, certified by third-party auditors DNV GL, and has a market-leading CO2 footprint of just 2.3 kg CO2e/kg aluminum – or less. CIRCAL® is expected to deliver an estimated 70% CO2 reduction versus the North American average for aluminum when including Scope 1,2,and 3 emissions. Through advanced processing technology, Hydro is able to create material with the highest post-consumer recycled content in the market. As a result, Hydro drastically reduces energy use in the production phase while still offering high-quality aluminum with equivalent metallurgical properties that maintain the strength and corrosion resistance needed in automotive components.
"We are very excited to enter into this close partnership alongside Hydro to bring a product to market that proves to assist in carving our path towards carbon neutrality" said Mark White, president and CEO – Shape Corp. "As the industry continues to shift towards electrification, it is exciting to see the progress that is being made to materials that keep sustainability in focus for the future of automotive."
This collaborative partnership opens the doors for Shape to introduce the uniqueness of Hydro CIRCAL® to the global automotive market, bringing green on green solutions while continuing to provide the strength and weight-saving properties held by Hydro's aluminum product line.
"Aluminum is lightweight, infinitely recyclable, maintaining all unique properties no matter how many times it's recycled. This is why the metal can play a significant role in the lightweighting of electric and hybrid vehicles, as cars need less electricity and fewer or smaller batteries to travel the same distances," said Eivind Kallevik, executive vice president - Hydro Aluminium Metal.
Hydro CIRCAL® provides a sustainable solution for OEMs as continued efforts target electrification, carbon neutral manufacturing and recycled material for future vehicle programs. Shape and Hydro aim to bring Hydro CIRCAL's first automotive product to the market through testing of material and identification of application projects.
As a multi-material company seeking to provide the best possible solution for the customer, Shape has pledged to reduce its global carbon emissions 30% by 2030 and to be fully carbon neutral by 2035. By developing products utilizing low-carbon aluminum, Shape aims to be carbon neutral in the production phase and to reduce carbon emissions for end users through lightweighting of the products it provides to its customers, thereby further contributing in mitigating climate change.
This partnership is a sustainable step forward as Shape expands its extrusion capacity with a new 320,000 sq ft. plant located in Trenton, OH to support ongoing industry growth.
Shape Corp. is a global leader in multi material automotive impact energy management systems and lightweight body structures utilizing advanced-high strength steel roll forming, tight tolerance aluminum extrusions and large tonnage injection molding. Founded in 1974, the company employes more than 3,500 team members with 17 facilities worldwide allowing Shape to serve customers in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information visit Shapecorp.com
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Strong winds in eastern Idaho
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) - Despite the nice sunny day, Thursday's wind was the talk of the town.
With gusts of more than 50 miles per hour, the wind may have changed some your plans.
That was the case for David O'Hrabka and his family who were visiting from out of town.
They were planning to go to the Tetons, but decided to stay in Idaho Falls and walk the greenbelt instead.
He says nothing was going to keep them inside.
"We decided to come out a pretty day. Even though it's windy that really stop us. And we figured let's do a few things at least instead of wasting the day so it's not all that bad," he said.
Idaho State Police tweeted this picture Thursday afternoon.
High winds caused a trailer to flip over on US 20 MP 355. pic.twitter.com/IJIt7Va5aT
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NEW YORK, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Juan Monteverde, founder and managing partner of the class action firm Monteverde & Associates PC (the "M&A Class Action Firm"), a national securities firm rated Top 50 in the 2018-2021 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report and headquartered at the Empire State Building in New York City, is investigating Tyme Technologies, Inc. (TYME), relating to its merger with Syros Pharmaceuticals, Inc. TYME shareholders are expected to receive 0.43 shares of Syros per share they own. Click here for more information: https://www.monteverdelaw.com/case/tyme-technologies-inc. It is free and there is no cost or obligation to you.
We are a national class action securities litigation law firm that has recovered millions of dollars and is committed to protecting shareholders from corporate wrongdoing. We were listed in the Top 50 in the 2018-2021 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. Our lawyers have significant experience litigating Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Class Actions. Mr. Monteverde is recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in Securities Litigation in 2013, 2017-2019, an award given to less than 2.5% of attorneys in a particular field. He has also been selected by Martindale-Hubbell as a 2017-2021 Top Rated Lawyer. Our firm's recent successes include changing the law in a significant victory that lowered the standard of liability under Section 14(e) of the Exchange Act in the Ninth Circuit. Thereafter, our firm successfully preserved this victory by obtaining dismissal of a writ of certiorari as improvidently granted at the United States Supreme Court. Emulex Corp. v. Varjabedian, 139 S. Ct. 1407 (2019). Also, in 2019 we recovered or secured six cash common funds for shareholders in mergers & acquisitions class action cases.
If you own common stock in TYME and wish to obtain additional information and protect your investments free of charge, please visit our website or contact Juan E. Monteverde, Esq. either via e-mail at jmonteverde@monteverdelaw.com or by telephone at (212) 971-1341.
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SEVILLE, Spain (AP) — More than 5,000 police officers and security personnel are on high alert in Seville as the Spanish city braces for up to 150,000 supporters of Rangers and Eintracht Frankfurt arriving for the Europa League final.
Streets are being closed, barriers are being erected around monuments and security has been heightened in subway stations and at the city’s main squares to try to maintain order among the throngs of Scottish and German fans who are expected in the city ahead of Wednesday’s match.
National Police Chief Juan Carlos Castro said 50,000 Frankfurt fans and up to 100,000 Rangers fans could make it to the city ahead of the final at Sevilla’s Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium.
Both clubs are hoping to end decades of European despair by winning the final of the second-tier continental competition. Frankfurt hasn’t won a European trophy in more than 40 years, while Rangers’ last European title came 50 years ago.
The winning club will also secure a coveted automatic spot in the group stage of the Champions League next season. Rangers last played in the group stage of the top European club competition in 2010-11, while Frankfurt hasn’t played in the tournament since losing the European Cup final to Real Madrid in 1960.
“You see fans travelling in numbers and all sorts of routes to support us. For us we take a lot of pride in the support and backing we get,” Rangers midfielder Ryan Jack said Tuesday. “We’re the lucky ones as we get to play and there are 100,000 who would like to. We want to put on a performance and make them proud.”
Both clubs have huge and loyal fan bases, and many supporters are making the trip despite not having tickets for the final at the 43,000-capacity Sánchez-Pizjuán. Only about 10,000 tickets were allocated for fans of each club. UEFA asked for those without tickets not to travel to Seville and warned about the dangers of purchasing tickets on the secondary market.
“In order to maintain the safety and security of fans, ticket holders should be aware that checks will be carried out at the finals and the local authorities in the cities will take action against the unauthorized resale of tickets,” UEFA said.
Castro said police will pay special attention to fans trying to enter the stadium without tickets.
“Some groups will try to enter the stadium any way they can,” he said. “It’s a very big risk with that number of fans without tickets.”
The city prepared two fans zones — with a capacity of more than 20,000 each — to accommodate supporters who won’t be able to watch the match inside the stadium.
Hotels were at full capacity and fans from both clubs were seen in several other cities nearby Seville.
“I think it’s not about the numbers,” Rangers coach Giovanni van Bronckhorst said. “You can bring 50 people and and they will give you chaos. I know we have a lot of people traveling with us. We have to enjoy it, and make sure we are not causing any problems. Half of the people will go back home really happy and half of the people will go back home angry, but we should always respect the whole city.”
There had been fan violence involving visiting fans in Seville when local clubs Sevilla and Real Betis hosted matches earlier in the competition. Before the semifinal match between Frankfurt and West Ham in Germany, more than 30 arrests were made after supporters of both clubs clashed in several locations in Frankfurt.
Frankfurt fans swarmed into Barcelona when the team played against the Catalan club in the Europa League quarterfinals, with more than 30,000 making their way into the Camp Nou Stadium even though the club was only allocated about 5,000 tickets for its fans.
“Our fans are exceptional. The have gone to great lengths to follow us around Europe,” Frankfurt coach Oliver Glasner said. “We’ve got two teams with incredible fans and maybe the best away fans in Europe.”
There had been no incidents of fan violence reported early in the week in Seville but authorities said the worst was yet to come.
“We need maximum coordination between local and federal police to reduce as much as possible the risks that come along an agglomeration of fans like this,” Sevilla mayor Antonio Muñoz said.
The economic impact of the Europa League final to Seville is expected to reach about 50 million euros ($52.6 million), the mayor said.
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‘We’re excited’: Zoo having a record-setting year welcoming 19 cheetah cubs
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) - A Virginia zoo says it has already had a record-setting year regarding new cheetah cubs at the facility.
WWBT reports that the Metro Richmond Zoo has welcomed 19 cheetah cubs from six different litters this year. The number represents the most cubs born in a year in the zoo’s history.
According to the zoo, the cubs’ births cover the months of March, June, July and August.
“We’re excited that we’ve got some new blood entering the captive cheetah population here in the United States,” said Jim Andelin, director of the Metro Richmond Zoo.
According to Andelin, the Zoological Association of America has an animal management plan for cheetahs, recommending the cubs’ mothers for breeding.
The zoo said a thriving population of cheetahs with diverse genetics is necessary to protect the species, as the cheetah population in the wild has decreased 93% in the last 120 years.
“There’s less than 7,000 of them in the wild. We’re maintaining a good, genetically diverse population here in the United States, so we can potentially send some back,” Andelin said.
Officials at the zoo said the cheetah cubs go through several veterinarian examinations, ensuring they are in good health while getting acclimated to their new environment.
Since 2013, 96 cheetahs have been born at the zoo, a cheetah boom to further conservation efforts.
“We want to make sure this population doesn’t decline any more than it already has,” Andelin said.
Once cheetahs can live independently, officials said many are transferred to other nationally accredited zoos under the animal management plan.
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Funding will support the Crazy 8 Initiative aimed at accelerating the search for cures for hard-to-treat cancers
MILWAUKEE, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking the 10-year anniversary of its Childhood Cancer Program, Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation, has committed $2 million to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) to support the organization's Crazy 8 Initiative. As the initiative's largest funder, Northwestern Mutual's investment will support research for innovative and rigorous approaches that address the most intractable issues in pediatric cancer research.
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"Ten years ago, our company was inspired by Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, Alex Scott, and her belief that every child with cancer deserves access to quality treatments and cures that were not available to her," said Northwestern Mutual Foundation President Steve Radke. "In honor of our Childhood Cancer Program's 10-year anniversary, we are proud to continue supporting Alex's mission by investing in the Crazy 8 Initiative to advance the search for life-changing treatments and cures for families across the country."
ALSF's Crazy 8 Initiative is designed to bring scientists from a variety of disciplines together to collaborate and accelerate the pace of new cure discovery. Northwestern Mutual's funding will support larger-scale collaborations aimed at creating innovative treatments for incurable cancers, identifying and characterizing challenging cancers and utilizing cellular barcoding to fight pediatric leukemia.
"For 10 years, we are honored that Northwestern Mutual continues to be a steadfast partner to us in its commitment to finding childhood cancer cures," said Liz Scott, co-executive director of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and Alex's mom. "Their $2 million commitment to our Crazy 8 Initiative is the latest example of how they are true partners in making sure that all kids with cancer can reach their fullest potential."
Since 2012, Northwestern Mutual has supported the fight against childhood cancer through its Childhood Cancer Program by donating more than $45 million to support families and survivors and has funded more than 520,000 hours of research with partners like Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and other nonprofit organizations across the United States.
Spotlight: Dr. Yael Mossé, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Cancer Center
Through ALSF's Crazy 8 Initiative, Dr. Yael Mossé, pediatric oncologist at CHOP's Cancer Center and professor of pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, is leading a research team of international scientists to develop a drug that directly targets MYCN – the protein that causes many of the most aggressive and lethal pediatric cancers, including high-risk neuroblastoma and medulloblastoma. Dr. Mossé and her team aim to develop the MYCN-directed drug in four years, prove that it is effective against the most lethal pediatric cancers and launch a clinical trial shortly after. Successful completion of this project will lead to curative new drugs for children with currently incurable cancers by targeting an essential protein that, until now, has been deemed undruggable.
Funded by ALSF and grants from Northwestern Mutual, Dr. Mossé also led the research team and clinical trial that resulted in breakthrough research and made treatment possible for Edie Gilger, who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when she was six months old. Neuroblastoma is the same cancer Alex Scott had, and recently, a biopsy of Alex's tumor revealed that her neuroblastoma was caused by a mutation in the same gene that caused Edie's, and the treatment that cured Edie of her neuroblastoma could have treated Alex's cancer.
For 10 years, Northwestern Mutual has almost exclusively funded childhood cancer research through ALSF to honor Alex's mission and legacy, and Edie is proof that this research saves lives.
About Northwestern Mutual Foundation
The mission of the Northwestern Mutual Foundation is to improve the lives of children and families in need. The Foundation has given more than $400 million since its inception in 1992 and is designed to create lasting impact in the communities where the company's employees and financial representatives live and work. We accomplish this by combining financial support, volunteerism, thought leadership and convening community partners to deliver the best outcomes. Our efforts are focused nationally on curing childhood cancer, and locally on education, neighborhoods and making our hometown of Milwaukee a great destination. Visit Northwestern Mutual Foundation to learn more.
About Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of 4-year-old Alexandra "Alex" Scott, who was fighting cancer and wanted to raise money to find cures for all children with cancer. Her spirit and determination inspired others to support her cause, and when she passed away at the age of 8, she had raised $1 million. Since then, the Foundation bearing her name has evolved into a national fundraising movement. Today, ALSF is one of the leading funders of pediatric cancer research in the U.S. and Canada raising more than $250 million so far, funding over 1,000 research projects and providing programs to families affected by childhood cancer. For more information, visit AlexsLemonade.org.
About Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual has been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for more than 165 years. Through a holistic planning approach, Northwestern Mutual combines the expertise of its financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to help its clients plan for what's most important. With more than $560 billion in combined company and client assets, $34 billion in revenues, and $2.1 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to nearly five million people with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, annuities, and brokerage and advisory services. Northwestern Mutual ranked 97 on the 2022 FORTUNE 500 and was recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the "World's Most Admired" life insurance companies in 2022.
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), Milwaukee, WI (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries. Subsidiaries include Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (investment brokerage services), broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC; the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (investment advisory and services), federal savings bank; and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC) (long-term care insurance). Not all Northwestern Mutual representatives are advisors. Only those representatives with "Advisor" in their title or who otherwise disclose their status as an advisor of NMWMC are credentialed as NMWMC representatives to provide investment advisory services.
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IRVINE, Calif. , May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeAH Changwon Integrated Special Steel (SeAH CSS) and Everguard.ai announced today they are partnering to bring Everguard's Sentri360® platform and ecosystem to the SeAH CSS plant located in Changwon, South Korea, to continue increasing the company's safety measures. Sentri360®, a proprietary Worker-Centric AI™ technology platform, uses artificial intelligence (AI) powered by sensor fusion to gather input and data from multiple sources to continuously assess the workplace and proactively protect workers from incidents and accidents. Combining computer vision (CV), sensor fusion, edge computing, and wearables, Sentri360® is the first truly proactive solution dedicated to industrial sustainability.
The expansion of the Sentri360® platform at the Changwon plant follows the start of a successful facility wide deployment of the system at the SeAH Besteel plant located in Gunsan, Korea which began in 2021. The Changwon plant deployment will begin with targeted Sentri Zones™ deployed in areas of highest safety concern. Sentri Zones™ are conscious areas created by the Sentri360® platform that digitally encircles workers and equipment for ultimate protection while also empowering the worker. Implementation will focus on safety protocols already in place including personal protective equipment (PPE) compliance, virtual fencing of restricted areas, crane-to-crane collision avoidance, crane-to-worker incident avoidance, dangerous cobble events, and SOS/fall detection. The three-year deployment plan will encompass the entire Changwon facility, which spans over 6.9 million square feet.
"As the global leader in high-grade specialty steel, our focus remains on the safety and health of the people who operate our plants," said Lee Sang Eun, CEO of SeAH CSS. "We have been a leader in utilizing advanced technology since our inception. Equipping our facility with the Sentri360® platform allows us to continue to protect and empower workers while operating at the highest level of safety and efficiency."
Traditionally the steel industry, like all others, has been limited to a reactive approach to safety, using lagging indicators to develop new protocols or take corrective actions. Advanced technologies such as AI, CV and sensor fusion allow leading companies like SeAH CSS to proactively eliminate injuries and accidents before they happen, alerting workers while also gathering data for coaching purposes.
"Returning home safely at the end of every day is our team's top priority," said a line worker at SeAH CSS. "SeAH CSS' investment in advanced technology like Sentri360® demonstrates the company's commitment to enhancing our safety program to keep team members safe."
Everguard's Sentri360® platform and interface allow industrial environments to create and manage a proactive safety and productivity program. The technology-agnostic platform collects inputs from different advanced sensor technologies, allowing them to interact in ways not possible independently. Similar to how humans process information gathered by their senses, sensor data is fed into edge computers for real-time AI analysis and processing. Within seconds, an intelligent decision is made and the platform acts to immediately prevent incidents. Not only does Sentri360® make sensor technologies work together, it makes them work smarter together.
The platform's cloud-based management portal allows access to workforce and safety analytics enabling a worker-centric workplace. A culture of safety that includes reinforcing positive behaviors is integral to the prevention of accidents and incidents. Sentri360®'s portal includes a coaching module that provides a methodical approach to safety compliance, resulting in positive behavioral modification among workers.
"SeAH's commitment to safety is unmatched," said Sandeep Pandya, Chief Executive Officer at Everguard. "With the success of the SeAH Besteel deployment, SeAH CSS has witnessed firsthand what Sentri360® can achieve when combined with a strong safety culture that appreciates data and ongoing training. We value SeAH's trust in our technology and look forward to supporting them as they continue to lead the way in special steel making and safety."
About SeAH Changwon Integrated Special Steel
SeAH CSS is the only company in Korea that produces stainless steel wire and rod, the premium special steel materials. Stainless steel is a special steel material used widely in various industrial sectors including automobile, machinery, power generation, and shipbuilding as well as plants. SeAH CSS has secured a comprehensive product portfolio centering on value-added alloy materials comprised of stainless steel wires, rods, seamless steel pipes, tool steel, and forged items. Through the batch production system at its production base located in Changwon, SeAH CSS manufactures 1.2 million tons of steel and one million tons of products a year, which is of the world's highest class. In addition, with 115 types of state-of-the-art inspection equipment, SeAH CSS provides products of the highest quality optimized to customers' needs.
About Everguard.ai
Everguard's mission is to protect companies' most important assets — their people — with the first proactive technology solution dedicated to industrial sustainability. We built our Sentri360® enterprise platform and ecosystem to harness Worker-Centric AI™, allowing technologies to interact in ways not possible independently. We're revolutionizing how heavy industry approaches worker safety, health, and welfare using this AI technology and supporting companies in their mission to fulfill environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. Everguard's purpose is to help bring every single father, mother, daughter, and son across the globe home safely from work every day. Because even one is too many.
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Canada to cap the market for handguns with new law
TORONTO (AP) - Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government introduced legislation Monday that would put a freeze on importing, buying or selling handguns.
“We are capping the number of handguns in this country,” Trudeau said.
The regulation to halt the growth of personally owned handguns is expected to be enacted this fall.
“It will be illegal to buy, sell, transfer or import handguns anywhere in Canada,” the prime minister said.
Canada already has plans to ban 1,500 types of military-style firearms and offer a mandatory buyback program that will begin at the end of the year. Trudeau said if someone really wants to keep their assault weapon it will be made completely inoperable.
Canada already expanded background checks.
Trudeau has long had plans to enact tougher gun laws but the introduction of the new measure comes after mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, N.Y., this month.
Bill Blair, minister of emergency preparedness, said Canada is very different from the United States.
“In Canada, gun ownership is a privilege not a right,” Blair said. “This is a principal that differentiates ourselves from many other countries in the world, notably our colleagues and friends to the south. In Canada, guns are only intended to be used for hunting and sport purposes.”
Canada has had far fewer mass shootings than the U.S. in part because of a lack of easy access to guns, though the U.S. population also is far larger than Canada’s.
Blair noted guns are often smuggled in illegally from the U.S., which he noted has one of the largest small arms arsenals in the world.
The government plans to fight gun smuggling and trafficking by increasing criminal penalties, providing more tools to investigate firearms crimes and strengthening border measures. Trudeau said increased funding already helped border officials double the amount of smuggled guns confiscated at the U.S. border.
The government also said the bill would also allow for the removal of gun licenses from people involved in acts of domestic violence or criminal harassment, such as stalking.
The bill would create a new “red flag” law allowing courts to require that people considered a danger to themselves or others surrender their firearms to police. The government said the measure would guard the safety of those applying through the process, often women in danger of domestic abuse, by protecting their identities.
The government said it will require rifle magazines to be permanently altered so they can never hold more than five rounds and will ban the sale and transfer of large-capacity magazines under the Criminal Code.
“Canada can teach us a lot,” tweeted Bruce Heyman, a former U.S. ambassador to Canada under the Obama administration.
Trudeau said his government recognizes the vast majority of Canadians who own guns are responsible but the level of gun violence is unacceptable. “This is a concrete and real national measure to long way toward keeping Canadians safe,” Trudeau said.
The new measures are assured of passing in Canada’s Parliament as the ruling Liberals and leftist opposition New Democrats have enough votes.
Pierre Poilievre, who is running to be leader of the Conservative party, said law-abiding gun owners should be respected and dangerous criminals should be jailed.
“Other than using firearms for sport shooting and hunting, there is no reason anyone in Canada should need guns in their everyday lives,” Trudeau said. “We need less gun violence.”
“We cannot let the gun debate became so polarized that nothing gets done. We cannot let that happen in our country. This is about freedom. People should be free to go to the supermarket, their school or their place of worship without fear.”
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‘This was intentional’: Mechanic warns of engine light tape scam on used cars
ATLANTA (CBS46/Gray News) - Wanda King-Whitby was cruising through the listings on Autotrader and Craigslist when she found the right car at the right price.
It was a 2006 Toyota Camry with just over 151,000 miles. When she stopped by the seller, AP Auto Sales, she said she liked it, and when she drove it, the salesman told her there was nothing wrong with it. She paid $4,000 and drove it home.
“He just told me that the vehicle was in good shape,” King-Whitby told WGCL. “It did not need any repairs, I did not need an emission and I shouldn’t have any problems with it.”
Like most car buyers, King-Whitby opted to skip a pre-purchase inspection. Almost immediately after the purchase, she said, the car had issues.
“It seemed like the transmission slipped or the engine slipped,” she said.
A mechanic at Theo’s Automotive in Peachtree City, Georgia, performed a post-purchase inspection and found issues that should have kept the car off the road. The car had been poorly repainted and there were signs the roof had been crushed.
But that was just the beginning.
Decades ago, the only way to reduce a car’s odometer was by removing the instrument cluster and manually rolling back the miles. But in the digital age, criminals have an easier option.
In King-Whitby’s case, the original instrument cluster had been removed and replaced with one with fewer miles on it. Samantha Stout, a service adviser at Theo’s, found the discrepancy on the vehicle’s Carfax report.
“It says that the mileage was 151,000 with a note of mileage inconsistency,” Stout said. “The mileage before that was 248,000 miles.”
By replacing the instrument cluster, someone reduced the car’s mileage by 97,000 miles.
Glen Berry, a service manager at Theo’s, showed WGCL the instrument cluster after it was removed. It looked normal, until he pulled back the semi-transparent cover covering the warning lights. Berry says when you press start or turn the ignition, cars are designed to display all warning lights as a self-check.
On King-Whitby’s Camry, everything lit except for the check engine light.
“Upon trying to see why it doesn’t work, we actually started peeling the covering back, and you can see they put a little piece of electrical tape on it to black out where that light was on,” Berry said.
By covering the check engine light, Berry said a seller could make it appear there was nothing wrong with the car and that it would easily pass emissions.
“This was intentional,” Berry said. “They knew what they were doing.”
WGCL went to AP Auto Repairs in Douglasville, Georgia, and asked the sellers for an explanation. Employees of the company claimed the car’s previous seller must have tampered with it.
King-Whitby has since received a $4,000 cash refund from AP Auto Repairs.
Whitby said the money is going into the bank, but when she buys her next used car, she will pay for a pre-purchase inspection.
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United International Transportation (UNITRANS) Group's flagship brand Budget Saudi has announced Q1 2022 results. The 44-year-old company reported a net profit after Zakat and tax of SAR 60.3M in Q1 2022, compared to SAR 48.3M in the year-earlier period, and retained earnings amounted to about SAR 723M in Q1 2022. Demand in the short-term rental segment increased in Q1 2022, recording revenue of SAR 57.4M, compared to SAR 42.3M a year earlier. Meanwhile, long-term rental income hit SAR 117M during Q1 2022, compared to SAR 114M in Q1 2021. Long-term car rental contracts signed in the first quarter of 2022 reached SAR 250M, compared to SAR 111M a year earlier.
Earlier this year, the company announced their 2021 results, which were the highest profitability in the company's history. Fawaz Abdullah Danish, Budget Saudi's President & Group CEO, said, "Despite the challenges posed by Covid-19 and fluctuating energy prices, we are pleased to announce a very successful year for the company.
"It has been a difficult period for everyone, and we have been fortunate that we have been in the business for a long time. This experience gives us the advantage of an intimate knowledge of the market and a deep understanding of what our customers want.
"As a result, we know how to adapt to situations, even unprecedented ones such as the pandemic. For example, we have always focused on cleanliness and hygiene, so it was easier to meet pandemic requirements. We also believe it is essential to operate with effective corporate governance and transparency. We will continue to reinvest in the company to expand our world-class services and ensure our fleet remains high-quality and up to date. Development and innovation are a key part of our growth," Danish said.
"We will still provide rental vehicles at highly affordable prices, but we have also expanded our offerings to meet demand. For example, we have inducted a huge fleet of multiple brands of cars to cater to the current demand and expectation of the market. We have added new car sales showrooms to sell pre-owned cars, offer a specialized premier limousine service, and have very flexible and tailor made corporate leasing solutions. We have invested more in technology, such as our app, contactless delivery and website.
"It is essential to keep looking to the future. We want to create value for our stakeholders and serve our customers with efficiency and commitment," Danish said.
About Budget Saudi
Founded in 1978, Budget Saudi operates in 25 cities across Saudi Arabia and is expanding. It offers a growing range of services, including short-term local and international rentals, long-term rentals, a premier limousine service, corporate leasing, pre-owned car sales, a loyalty program, 24-hour emergency road assistance, and more. All products and services are of international standard and comply with all health and safety regulations.
For more information, visit www.budgetsaudi.com or download their mobile application.
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- Facility is utility's 13th publicly accessible CNG fueling station; eighth in North Carolina.
- Location offers convenient fueling option for CNG-powered vehicles traveling on coastal highways.
CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Piedmont Natural Gas today announced the opening of a compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station in Wilmington, N.C. The facility is Piedmont's 13th CNG fueling station in the company's three-state service territory and its eighth in North Carolina.
Located at 141 Sutton Steam Plant Drive, near the intersection of Interstate 140 and U.S. Highway 421, and conveniently accessible to Interstate 40, the station provides a fueling stop for trucks, fleet vehicles and other vehicles that run on CNG.
The station features four fast-fill fuel pumps, can accommodate Class 8 tractor-trailer trucks and is accessible 24/7. For resiliency, a natural gas backup generator is on-site to help ensure reliability during hurricanes and severe weather.
"Compressed natural gas offers several advantages to traditional fuels, from fuel-cost savings to helping reduce vehicles' carbon footprints," said Phillip Grigsby, senior vice president of ventures and business development at Piedmont Natural Gas. "The lower-cost, lower-emission CNG offered at our network of publicly accessible CNG stations can help companies and fleets meet their sustainability goals, and we're pleased to make this fuel available to more motorists driving along the I-40 and I-140 corridors."
Thanks to the domestic abundance of natural gas, the price of CNG remains below that of conventional vehicle fuels. With savings over conventional fuels such as gasoline and diesel, business fleets and the trucking industry have found CNG to be a cost-effective fueling solution. Approximately 50% of Piedmont's own utility fleet consists of CNG-powered or CNG-capable vehicles.
CNG also is a more environmentally friendly choice; natural gas vehicles are 90% cleaner than the federal Environmental Protection Agency's current NOx standard. CNG emits up to 21% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than comparable gasoline and diesel vehicles. Many state and local governments also offer incentives to encourage the adoption of natural gas vehicles.
To learn more about Piedmont's network of CNG fueling stations, natural gas vehicles and their benefits, visit piedmontng.com/ChooseCNG.
Piedmont Natural Gas
Piedmont Natural Gas, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, distributes natural gas to more than 1.1 million residential, commercial, industrial and power generation customers in North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Piedmont is routinely recognized by J.D. Power for excellent customer satisfaction, and has been named by Cogent Reports as one of the most trusted utility brands in the U.S. More information: piedmontng.com. Follow Piedmont Natural Gas: Twitter, Facebook.
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies. Its electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. The company employs 28,000 people.
Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business and at least a 50% carbon reduction from electric generation by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The 2050 net-zero goals also include Scope 2 and certain Scope 3 emissions. In addition, the company is investing in major electric grid enhancements and energy storage, and exploring zero-emission power generation technologies such as hydrogen and advanced nuclear.
Duke Energy was named to Fortune's 2022 "World's Most Admired Companies" list and Forbes' "America's Best Employers" list. More information is available at duke-energy.com. The Duke Energy News Center contains news releases, fact sheets, photos and videos. Duke Energy's illumination features stories about people, innovations, community topics and environmental issues. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Curebase, a company committed to democratizing access to clinical studies, has named veteran healthcare software development leader Alan Sun as vice president of product.
Curebase's decentralized clinical trial model enables the successful development of more diverse studies because unique populations – which typically are underrepresented in clinical trials – are more easily engaged and included. The company's virtual research sites also equip providers with new and unique care options to offer patients, regardless of location. In his new leadership role, Sun will be tasked with the continued progression of these technology strengths as Curebase raises the bar for the rest of the industry.
"Alan is a proven leader in healthcare product development who is team-oriented and gets results," said Tom Lemberg, founder and chief executive officer of Curebase. "As our company continues to scale, Alan's strategic ability, team management and technology skills will help us better meet the needs of our customers."
Prior to joining Curebase, Sun was vice president of product at Apixio, a healthcare AI analytics platform provider. He also has served as senior director of product management at real-world evidence company Syapse, director of product management at workforce mental health solutions company Lyra Health, and director of product management at Epocrates, maker of a mobile medical reference app for clinicians.
"I have a passion for finding solutions that improve patient outcomes," said Sun. "I've been following Curebase for years and love the idea of increasing access to trials. Greater diversity of trial participants will result in better-quality data and enable those who live outside of that small radius of academic research centers to receive innovative therapies and contribute to our medical knowledge."
Sun earned a bachelor's degree with a concentration in information technology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
About Curebase
At Curebase, our mission is to bring quality medical innovations to patients faster and improve human wellbeing through more efficient clinical studies. We are proving that clinical research can be radically accelerated if we empower physicians everywhere to enroll patients in the communities where they live. By applying cutting edge clinical software and remote study management techniques to the problem, we are reinventing clinical trials and research from the ground up. For more information, please visit www.curebase.com.
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After turning down two royalty deals on ABC's Shark Tank, The Little Burros Lands Deals with Major Nationwide Retailers
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alexandria, VA-based company The Little Burros turned down royalty deals from Lori Greiner and Kevin O'Leary after pitching their gardening product, The Burro Buddy, on ABC's Shark Tank in 2020.
"Turning down a deal, let alone two, from the sharks was a difficult decision but at the end of the day we knew we were already getting traction in the stores and we would regret taking a royalty." shared Mollie Thorsen, COO.
The father-daughter pair have persisted in pitching their product to retailers across the U.S., while continuing their online sales and maintaining their existing retail partnerships. They recently were awarded a deal with Lowe's, with The Burro Buddy set to launch in over 1,200 Lowe's stores nationwide on September 5, 2022. This figure represents nearly 75% of Lowe's total nationwide locations.
The Little Burros was also one of over 500 companies that attended Walmart's Annual Open Call Event for U.S. Manufacturing companies in June 2022. The company received a coveted "golden ticket" deal from the event, and their product is predicted to be available in 1,100 Walmart stores in the spring of 2023.
"There's nothing like The Burro Buddy out there, it really changes the way you work in the yard, so we are really excited to get these into the hands of Lowe's and Walmart customers," expressed Managing Partner Bob Thorsen.
To learn more about The Little Burros, visit www.littleburros.com.
The Little Burros is a family-run, mission-driven, quality tool line that provides innovative solutions to everyday garden problems. The company prides itself on producing American-made, lasting products that keep its users organized while working on whatever project is at hand.
The Burro Buddy is an award-winning garden tray that is thoughtfully designed to store the user's drink, cell phone, short and long handle tools. It allows users to easily organize their wheelbarrow, so they can navigate throughout their yard and complete gardening projects efficiently.
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and CAPE CORAL, Fla., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) and Lee Healthcare Holdings, LLC, wholly owned subsidiary of Lee Health, announce the opening of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Cape Coral, a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital located at 1730 NE Pine Island Road. The hospital features all private patient rooms, a large therapy gym with advanced rehabilitation technologies and an activities of daily living suite, a therapy courtyard, a cafeteria and a dayroom.
The hospital serves patients recovering from debilitating illnesses and injuries including strokes and other neurological disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations and complex orthopedic conditions. In addition to 24-hour nursing care, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Cape Coral offers physical, occupational and speech therapies to restore functional ability and quality of life. Care is provided by highly specialized nurses, therapists and physicians.
"We are excited to open this new hospital in Cape Coral to help individuals recovering from major illnesses and injuries regain the strength and function needed to reach their highest levels of independence," said Michelle Fitzgerald, CEO of Encompass Health of Cape Coral. "Through customized therapies and best practices, our team will deliver specialized care, close to home at this state-of-the-art hospital and help our patients return to things they love most."
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Cape Coral is Encompass Health's 149th inpatient rehabilitation hospital and its 17th inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Florida, with two additional hospitals expected to open in Florida this year.
About Lee Health
Since the opening of the first hospital in 1916, Lee Health has been a health care leader in Southwest Florida, constantly evolving to meet the needs of the community. A non-profit, integrated health care services organization, Lee Health is committed to the well-being of every individual served, focused on healthy living and maintaining good health. Staffed by caring people, inspiring health, services are conveniently located throughout the community in four acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, outpatient centers, walk-in medical centers, primary care and specialty physician practices and other services across the continuum of care. Learn more at www.LeeHealth.org.
About Encompass Health
As a national leader in integrated healthcare services, Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) offers both facility‑based and home‑based patient care through its network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, home health agencies and hospice agencies. With a national footprint that includes 149 hospitals, 252 home health locations, and 99 hospice locations in 42 states and Puerto Rico, the Company provides high‑quality, cost-effective integrated healthcare. Encompass Health is ranked as one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For. For more information, visit encompasshealth.com, or follow us on our newsroom, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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AT&T Fleet Complete have launched the next-generation suite of fleet management tools built to empower commercial fleet operations with AI-powered video telematics, automated ELD tools and a robust catalog of tracking solutions.
DALLAS, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fleet Complete is introducing AT&T Fleet Complete FC Insights Solution Suite, a big data IoT platform with web and mobile apps for fleets to monitor and manage all aspects of their mobile operations.
Featuring a refreshed, modernized user interface, AT&T Fleet Complete FC Insights Solutions Suite provides commercial fleet operations with near real-time insights to manage their fleet. "Coupled with our advanced mobile network this solution is a real game-changer for businesses," says Rob Williams, Director Product Management & Development Mobility, IoT, & 5G - AT&T. "This solution eliminates manual, time-consuming processes, and offers everything businesses need to make in the moment decisions from one easy to use dashboard. It creates potential for any mobile asset business to increase efficiency exponentially."
The AT&T Fleet Complete FC Insights Solution Suite is an integrated solution offering commercial fleet operations a full range of capabilities to manage their fleet, featuring:
- AT&T Fleet Complete FC Hub: Web and mobile apps for live-view maps, fleet dashboards, automated reporting, and event notifications for a comprehensive view of fleet and field operations. FC Hub brings a friendly user interface for easy navigation of other FC products and third-party add-ons.
- AT&T Fleet Complete FC Vision: This safety assurance and in-cab coaching solution uses Video telematics with AI analytics to automate driving event scoring and reporting for use with insurance claims and safety programs. Now available with both single and dual facing cameras.
- AT&T Fleet Complete FC BigRoad ELD: Web and mobile compliance tools to make HOS/ELD compliance easy and defensible for drivers and fleet managers.
- AT&T Fleet Complete FC Connected Devices: The remote telematics hardware used to track vehicles or assets, such as the Asset Tracker or Fleet Tracker.
With both an integrated web interface and mobile app, fleet managers have access to effectively manage remote operations, improve driver safety, lowering business risks, and optimizing asset utilization, all in one convenient package. "Our team has done an incredible job interpreting customer feedback to create an affordable next-gen platform with everything you need in one click," says Tony Lourakis, Fleet Complete's CEO. "We wanted to deliver a product with the flexibility to be right-sized for any fleet."
In the future, the platform will expand with plug-ins and tools from Fleet Complete and third parties to enhance the experience.
To see the new fleet management platform in action, book a demonstration or learn more, call 1.888.305.8777 or email ATT_Sales@fleetcomplete.com.
We help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors connect in meaningful ways every day. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information about AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T), please visit us at about.att.com. Investors can learn more at investors.att.com.
AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc. Additional information is available at about.att.com. © 2022 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T, the Globe logo and other marks are trademarks and service marks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
Fleet Complete® is a leading global provider of connected vehicle technology, delivering mission-critical fleet, asset, and mobile workforce management solutions. The company is servicing approximately 600,000 subscribers and over 40,000 businesses and government organizations in Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Australia, and across Europe. It maintains key distribution partnerships with AT&T in the U.S. and Mexico, TELUS and Rogers in Canada, Telstra in Australia, Telia in Denmark, COSMOTE in Greece, and Deutsche Telekom (T-Mobile) in multiple European countries. Fleet Complete cultivates strong OEM partnerships with global market leaders, such as ConMet, Cummins, Ford, General Motors, Mitsubishi Australia, and Toyota, among others. It remains one of the fastest-growing companies globally, having won numerous awards for innovation and growth.
For more information, please visit www.fleetcomplete.com
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VALENCIA, Spain, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Power Electronics is once again participating in Solar Power International (SPI), which will be held September 19-22 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
The multinational will present the latest generation of its solar and storage inverters range and part of the EV Charger family at booth 1416. The products on display will be the NB120 and NBw30 EV chargers, the new 1,2MW bi-directional DC/DC converter, and the 4.2MW Gen 3 HEM and PCSM inverters.
"We have been the leader in the US market over the last years, and our task is to continue developing solutions that help our customers to create a sustainable future, reinforcing our commitment in North America." concluded David Salvo, CEO of Power Electronics.
During the fair, visitors will also be able to learn more about Power Electronics' products and its Power On Support, the customer service application that allows to get all the information about photovoltaic and storage plants in just one click.
Power Electronics foresees a promising future in the United States, as it will be part of the biggest projects of the paradigm shift that will drastically transform global energy models.
About Power Electronics. Power Electronics is the world's leading manufacturer of solar inverters for photovoltaic plants in Europe, Oceania and America and the world storage leader. Its products are present in nearly 2000 plants in 35 countries around the world. The company closed 2021 with a figure of 70 GW of installed AC power, which has prevented the discharge of more than 70,5 million tons of CO2 into the environment.
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New Zearn research shows that students engaged in learning acceleration practices learned more and struggled less compared to students in classrooms that used remediation.
NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nation works to collectively get students back on track after pandemic-era learning disruptions, new research provides promising evidence that learning acceleration can help all students catch up and move forward in math.
Powered by two years of pandemic-era, math-learning data, researchers found when a student is consistently accelerated, they complete twice the amount of grade-level lessons and struggle less in their math learning.
"We decided to conduct this research as a way to deepen our support for teachers who are contending with more than two years of disruptions and are forced to make intervention decisions for each student, each time they struggle," said Shalinee Sharma, Zearn's CEO and co-founder. "This research gives us hope that with the right learning strategies students can catch-up and move forward with their math learning."
Key findings in the report, Catching Up and Moving Forward: Accelerating Math Learning for Every Student, include:
- a student that experienced consistent learning acceleration completed twice as many grade-level lessons over the course of the year compared to a student who was frequently remediated.
- a student struggled 17 percent less when they experienced learning acceleration versus when they were remediated.
- a student enrolled in a majority Black, Latino or low-income school was more likely to be remediated when compared with their peers in a majority white or high-income school.
- a student enrolled in a majority Black, Latino or low-income school struggled 19 percent less when they experienced learning acceleration versus when they were remediated.
Researchers looked at the same student multiple times over the course of two years and compared how they responded to both learning acceleration and remediation practices. They observed 600,000 individual elementary- and middle-school students, across all 50 states, and analyzed 5 million intervention decisions for the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 academic years.
With the more traditional practice of remediation, students practice skills they did not master in previous grade-levels before moving forward. Learning acceleration, by contrast, begins students with grade-level learning, and when knowledge gaps arise, provides just-in-time support connected to the grade-level lesson.
This report builds on previous data research from Zearn, which provided one of the first direct comparisons of remediation and learning acceleration, analyzing progress in math across 6,000 elementary classrooms over the 2020-2021 school year. The report, Accelerate, Don't Remediate, which was co-published with TNTP, included some of the first empirical evidence at scale that acceleration produces different, and more promising, results than remediation.
Zearn is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization behind Zearn Math, the top-rated math learning platform used by 1 in 4 elementary-school students and 1 million middle-school students nationwide. Everything we do is driven by the belief that every kid is a math kid. For more information about Zearn, contact Anna O'Sullivan, director of communications, at pressinquiry@zearn.org.
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Greg Ivancich announced as Chief Financial Officer and Gerald Choung as Chief Revenue Officer
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Platform Science, a leading connected vehicle platform that makes it easier for fleets to develop, deploy, and manage mobile devices and applications, today announced leadership additions to its executive management team. Greg Ivancich has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer and Gerald Choung as Chief Revenue Officer.
"Greg and Gerald are proven leaders with track records of delivering results and I am proud to welcome them to the executive team," said Jack Kennedy, co-founder and CEO of Platform Science. "Their combined decades of financial leadership experience will be an invaluable addition as we continue to execute our growth strategy and onboard more and more fleet customers across the country."
Ivancich joins Platform Science from Saban Capital Group, a private investment firm where he served as CFO. Ivancich's experience prior to Saban Capital includes Logistics Real Estate investments, most recently with private equity fund EQT Exeter where he served as Principal and a founding partner of Exeter's international business. Prior to EQT Exeter, Ivancich was an investment banker covering the real estate industry and advised public and private companies on IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, and public equity and debt capital markets transactions. His roles included Director of Real Estate Investment Banking at Barclays and Executive Director of Real Estate Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley.
Choung joins Platform Science from ActiveState, a SaaS company that provides secure open source language solutions for enterprise customers, where he served as CRO. With prior roles at key Fortune 500 technology companies, Choung brings over 20 years of leadership experience within the high-tech industry at companies such as Qualcomm, Microsoft, and Oracle. Throughout his career, he has led executive functions for sales and marketing within multinational organizations.
The appointments of Ivancich and Choung come following the recent additions of Chas Wurster, who joined Platform Science as Chief Technology Officer, overseeing all aspects of product development, engineering, and IT at the company; and Heather Ramírez, who was named the Chief People Officer of Platform Science and is responsible for leading the people operations, recruiting and office management teams.
Kennedy continued, "As our growth accelerates, we continue to deepen our executive and management team and we're thrilled to welcome some incredibly talented new leaders. Our company's ongoing growth and success is a direct function of the incredible team of colleagues that make Platform Science such a great place to work, innovate and collaborate. These new additions will help to propel us farther and faster, as the ride continues."
About Platform Science
Platform Science is transforming transportation technology by empowering enterprise fleets with a unified, user-friendly technology platform. Platform Science makes it easy to develop, deploy and manage mobile devices and applications on commercial vehicles, giving fleets an edge in efficiency, flexibility, visibility and productivity. The customizable platform delivers an unlimited canvas to fleets and developers seeking to innovate and create new solutions as customers' needs, businesses and industries evolve. Platform Science was named by Fast Company as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2022. In 2021, Platform Science was ranked #2 in the FreightTech 25 Awards by industry news leader, FreightWaves. For more information, please visit www.platformscience.com
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Ukrainian refugees find jobs, kindness, as they settle in
By MONIKA SCISLOWSKA and STEPHEN McGRATH
Associated Press
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Having escaped from Russian shelling, Ukrainian refugees are now focused on building new lives — temporarily or permanently. Countries neighboring their homeland, like Poland and Romania, are sparing no effort to help them integrate and feel needed in the new environment. In Warsaw, Nataliya Hibska, formerly the head of a private center for children’s development in Kharkiv, is building her new life after she found accommodation and a job as a cook through a private foundation. Some 625,000 refugees have obtained Polish ID numbers entitling them to free care and state services. In Romania, authorities are mindful of the various challenges that work can pose for refugee mothers and organize kindergartens, health assistance and other support for them.
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OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Federman & Sherwood announces that a proposed settlement has been reached in the Amyris Securities Litigation.
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
NORTHERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA
SUMMARY NOTICE OF PENDENCY AND PROPOSED SETTLEMENT
OF CLASS ACTION AND SETTLEMENT HEARING THEREON
TO: ALL PERSONS OR ENTITIES WHO PURCHASED THE COMMON STOCK OF AMYRIS, INC. ("AMYRIS") DURING THE PERIOD MARCH 15, 2018 THROUGH MARCH 19, 2019, INCLUSIVE.
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED, pursuant to an Order of the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, that Plaintiffs in the above-captioned litigation (the "Action") have reached a proposed settlement with Defendants for $13,500,000.00 in cash, plus interest earned (the "Settlement").
A hearing will be held on November 8, 2022 at 2:00 p.m., before the Honorable Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, United States District Judge, in Courtroom 1 of the United States District Court, Northern District of California, at 1301 Clay Street, Oakland, CA 94612 for the purpose of determining: (1) whether the proposed Settlement of $13,500,000.00 in cash, plus any return thereon, should be approved by the Court as fair, just, reasonable, and adequate; (2) whether the Action should be dismissed with prejudice as against Defendants and Releasees as set forth in the Stipulation and Agreement of Settlement dated July 21, 2022; (3) whether the Plan of Allocation is fair, reasonable, and adequate and, therefore, should be approved; (4) whether the application of Plaintiffs' Counsel for the payment of attorneys' fees and reimbursement of costs and expenses incurred in connection with the Action should be approved; (5) whether the applications of the Class Representative and Lead Plaintiff for reimbursement awards for time and costs spent in supervising the litigation on behalf of the Class should be approved; and (6) such other matters as the Court may deem appropriate.
If you purchased Amyris common stock during the period from March 15, 2018 through March 19, 2019, inclusive, your rights may be affected by the Settlement of the Action. If you have not received a detailed Notice of Pendency and Proposed Settlement of Class Action and Settlement Hearing Thereon (the "Notice") and a copy of the Proof of Claim, you may obtain copies from www.AmyrisSecuritiesLitigation.com or by calling 1-855-917-0546. Complete information concerning the Action may be obtained from the Court files on this matter.
If you are a member of the Class, in order to share in the distribution of the Net Settlement Fund, you must timely submit a Proof of Claim to the Claims Administrator's address provided below and postmarked no later than October 25, 2022. If you are a member of the Class and do not submit a proper Proof of Claim, you will not share in the distribution of the net proceeds of the Settlement but you will nevertheless be bound by any judgment or orders entered by the Court.
If you desire to be excluded from the Class and the Settlement, you must submit to the Claims Administrator a request for exclusion, at Amyris Securities Litigation, c/o KCC LLC EXCLUSIONS, P.O. Box 5100, Larkspur, CA 94977-5100 and received no later than October 18, 2022, in the manner and form detailed in the Notice. If you properly exclude yourself from the Class, you will not be bound by any judgment or orders entered by the Court in the Action and you will not be eligible to share in the proceeds of the Settlement.
Any objection to the proposed Settlement, the Plan of Allocation, and/or Fee and Expense Application must be filed in the manner detailed in the Notice with the Clerk of the Court such that it is filed or postmarked no later than October 18, 2022, in accordance with the instructions set forth in the Notice.
PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE COURT OR THE CLERK'S OFFICE REGARDING THIS NOTICE. Any questions, should be directed to:
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RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bantam Pharmaceutical, a drug discovery and development company targeting selective modulation of mitochondrial dynamics in cancer, will present new data on its lead drug candidate BTM-3566 at AACR 2022 taking place the 8th-13th of April in New Orleans. The data demonstrate that BTM-3566 co-opts a specific mitochondrial quality control pathway to induce apoptosis in cell lines, xenografts and patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models of Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma (DLBCL).
The poster presentation on Wednesday, April 13th highlights the robust in vivo activity of BTM-3566, including complete and durable regressions in 6 out of 9 PDX models with a 100% response rate across a range of difficult to treat DLBCL tumors. Equally important, BTM-3566 acts through a novel mechanism of action with activity across multiple genomic and phenotypic subtypes of DLBCL, suggesting this represents an impactful treatment option for patients progressing on existing standard-of-care agents. Emerging data characterizing the responses and dependency on expression of a mitochondrial protein will also be presented.
The abstract is available now on the AACR website.
Michael Stocum, CEO of Bantam Pharmaceutical, commented: "We are excited to be presenting this new data at AACR. Together with our academic collaborators, we continue enhancing our understanding of the novel mechanism of BTM-3566 and its capacity to induce apoptosis in cancer cells. We expect to file an Investigational New Drug (IND) application for BTM-3566 this quarter (2Q 2022) and are prepared to initiate clinical trials later this year. Our IND and pre-clinical data are generating significant enthusiasm with oncologists as we advance toward the clinic."
About BTM-3566
BTM-3566 is an orally-available novel small molecule compound with broad anti-cancer activity in hematologic and solid tumors, initially focused on Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphomas (DLBCL). BTM-3566's anti-cancer mechanism of action is unique and differentiated from other therapeutics, disrupting mitochondrial function in tumor cells to induce apoptosis (cell death). An IND application for BTM-3566 in B-cell malignancies is being completed for submission in Q2 2022.
About Bantam Pharmaceutical
Bantam Pharmaceutical is a drug discovery and development company channeling the power of mitochondrial dynamics to address unmet needs in oncology. Using its unique expertise in mitochondrial cellular biology, Bantam is developing novel, first-in-class small molecule oral therapeutics for difficult-to-treat hematological and solid tumors. Bantam is currently pursuing an IND application for its lead candidate, BTM-3566, in B-cell malignancies. Learn more at https://bantampharma.com/.
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HOUSTON, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has been awarded a $38 million contract by Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to provide maintenance support and sustainment of Automated Fuel Handling Equipment (AFHE) sites worldwide.
Under the terms of this 5-year contract, KBR will provide maintenance and sustainment support and data analytics to ensure continuity of operations at 23 AFHE sites worldwide. Services include preventative and corrective maintenance, site support, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition maintenance support documentation and equipment, and material site support capability for DLA's Automated Fuel Systems.
"KBR leverages its expertise in Industrial Control Systems to offer more advanced productivity solutions for government and commercial customers," said KBR's Government Solutions U.S. President Byron Bright. "This work supports DLA's efforts to reduce waste, improve productivity and prevent environmental pollution, in addition to aligning with our corporate sustainability goals and commitment to Zero Harm."
The AFHE system is an Industrial Control System with real-time data acquisition/control and inventory management. Its primary purpose is to automate both transfer and inventory functions to reduce the risk of spills and leakage of petroleum products, thus reducing the risk of polluting the environment. Modern automation of fueling systems can generate across-the-board efficiencies by eliminating human error, assuring timely and accurate data capture for each transfer, tracking details necessary to eliminate waste, and protecting the environment from unnecessary negative impacts.
This contract continues KBR's support of DLA through differentiated Supply Chain as a Service solutions, combining digital technology and domain knowledge for the AFHE sites. For more than 15 years, KBR has provided Industrial Control Systems services and productivity solutions to government and commercial clients across the globe.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission-critical roles in 34 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
Visit www.kbr.com.
The statements in this press release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding future financial performance, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company's control that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the significant adverse impacts on economic and market conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic and the company's ability to respond to the resulting challenges and business disruption; the recent dislocation of the global energy market; the company's ability to manage its liquidity; the outcome of and the publicity surrounding audits and investigations by domestic and foreign government agencies and legislative bodies; potential adverse proceedings by such agencies and potential adverse results and consequences from such proceedings; changes in capital spending by the company's customers; the company's ability to obtain contracts from existing and new customers and perform under those contracts; structural changes in the industries in which the company operates; escalating costs associated with and the performance of fixed-fee projects and the company's ability to control its cost under its contracts; claims negotiations and contract disputes with the company's customers; changes in the demand for or price of oil and/or natural gas; protection of intellectual property rights; compliance with environmental laws; changes in government regulations and regulatory requirements; compliance with laws related to income taxes; unsettled political conditions, war and the effects of terrorism; foreign operations and foreign exchange rates and controls; the development and installation of financial systems; the possibility of cyber and malware attacks; increased competition for employees; the ability to successfully complete and integrate acquisitions; and operations of joint ventures, including joint ventures that are not controlled by the company.
The company's most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequent Form 10-Qs and 8-Ks, and other U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings discuss some of the important risk factors that the company has identified that may affect its business, results of operations and financial condition. Except as required by law, the company undertakes no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason.
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BERLIN (AP) — German automaker Mercedes-Benz said Thursday that it has auctioned an extremely rare car from its company collection for a roaring 135 million euros ($143 million).
The company said the price paid by a private collector earlier this month for the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé, with its distinctive gullwing doors, makes it the most valuable car of all time. The claim couldn’t be independently verified.
Mercedes Benz said the proceeds would be used to launch a fund providing scholarships for young people to learn about and research environmental science and decarbonization. The greenhouse gas carbon dioxide, released by burning fossil fuels, is largely blamed for climate change.
The car was one of just two prototypes built in 1955, and named after the company’s then-chief engineer Rudolf Uhlenhaut.
“We would like to encourage a new generation to follow in Rudolf Uhlenhaut’s innovative footsteps and develop amazing new technologies, particularly those that support the critical goal of decarbonization and resource preservation,” the CEO of Mercedes-Benz Group, Ola Kallenius, said.
The company’s said its collection comprises some 1,100 cars dating back to 1886.
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| 2022-05-20T02:31:33Z
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Emily Engel-Natzke wanted to make the National Hockey League as a video coach.
When the Washington Capitals named Engel-Natzke video coordinator on Thursday, she not only accomplished that goal, but she also became the first woman to hold a full-time position on an NHL coaching staff.
“I’ve never kind of really looked at myself in that lens, and I think if you may have asked me a week ago, I wouldn’t have wanted it to be a big deal,” Engel-Natzke said. “But with everything that’s going on kind of geopolitically, I think I’m more so just honored to be, I guess, the first. Hopefully that just opens the door even further for people who want to get into this job and this profession.”
It’s the latest in a series of promotions for women around the NHL in recent months after decades of slow progress in diversifying the sport in the coaching and executive ranks.
“This was earned and deserved,” coach Peter Laviolette said. “We feel like we hired really a qualified person that we brought into the organization two years ago and came in and did an outstanding job, and that’s what development is all about. For me, we got the best person and that’s the most important thing.”
Engel-Natzke’s path to Washington began in earnest in 2017 when she began working as the full-time video coach for University of Wisconsin men’s hockey coach Tony Granato following several years assisting with the men’s and women’s programs there.
“When she first came on, one of the questions I asked her is: ‘What do you want to do with this? Is this a full-time gig for you? Is it something you want to try to pursue at a different level?’” Granato said. “And she said, ‘Yep, I want to figure out how I can be the first woman to make it to the NHL on the video side of things.’”
Engel-Natzke, 31, came from the Hershey Bears, Washington’s top minor league affiliate, where she was the first woman to be a full-time member of a coaching staff in the American Hockey League.
After playing two seasons of Division III hockey at Adrian College, Engel-Natzke got a heavy workload at Wisconsin to prepare her for the pros and then took another step in Hershey, presenting 5-on-5 scouting reports of opponents and becoming more involved in the day-to-day operation of the team.
“She’s grown a lot in her position, just to learn the professional side of the game,” Bears VP of hockey operations Bryan Helmer said. “Emily is a very hard worker that wants to learn, and in the two years she was here, she did that. She was always wanting to do more than to contribute to the team in any which way she can to make us succeed.”
After learning about her from longtime Capitals video coach Brett Leonhardt, Helmer, like Laviolette, said Hershey hired Engel-Natzke based off experience and her interview. “You take her name off her resume and put any name, she was qualified,” he said.
Engel-Natzke’s hire comes on the heels of the Chicago Blackhawks promoting Meghan Hunter to assistant general manager and the New Jersey Devils promoting Meghan Duggan to director of player development. Hunter became the fourth woman to be named an assistant GM, joining Vancouver’s Emilie Castonguay and Cammi Granato as women currently in that job.
“It’s been really encouraging that you’re seeing women in different roles, whether it’s in coaching, whether it’s in management, athletic training and equipment management,” Engel-Natzke said. “Hopefully the door just keeps opening a little bit more and I hope in a couple years it’s not as big of a deal — it’s kind of just another hire.”
Engel-Natzke has been in the league’s coaching mix for some time now after taking part in the NHL Coaches Association’s Female Coaches Development Program. Winnipeg Jets associate coach Jamie Kompon called Engel-Natzke super knowledgeable and said video coach Matt Prefontaine raved about the job she was doing in Hershey.
Coaches Association president Lindsay Artkin told The Associated Press she was thrilled for Engel-Natzke’s new position.
“Emily’s been a part of the NHLCA Female Coaches Development Program since its inception, and with one of the main objectives being to support women that aspire to coach in the NHL, I couldn’t be happier that we’ve broken that barrier,” Artkin said. “Emily is the first but certainly not the last. I can’t wait to see what’s ahead for her and other women that want to coach in the NHL. There really is no limit.”
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NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Outset Medical, Inc.
Shareholders who purchased shares of OM during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased Outset Medical common stock between September 15, 2020, and June 13, 2022.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company's flagship product, Tablo Hemodialysis System ("Tablo"), would require an additional 510(k) application to be filed with The United States Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), as defendants had "continuously made improvements and updates to Tablo over time since its original clearance"; (2) as a result, the Company could not conduct a human factors study on a cleared device in accordance with FDA protocols; (3) the Company's inability to conduct the human factors study subjected the Company to the likelihood of the FDA imposing a "shipment hold" and marketing suspension, leaving the Company unable to sell Tablo for home use; and (4) as a result, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and /or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: September 6, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/outset-medical-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=30888&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of OM during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is September 6, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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DEA sends out warning as Fentanyl mass overdoses are on the rise
By Lee Peck
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MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — Fentanyl mass overdoses are at an all-time high as dealers lace drugs with the highly-addictive opioid. Users have no idea they’re taking the deadly drug, and deaths from it are accelerating out of control.
The Drug Enforcement Administration is sending out an urgent warning.
“We are in a crisis right now. It is hitting our country very hard at an unprecedented rate,” said Towanda Thorne-James, AL DEA Assistant Agent in Charge. “Specific to Alabama — absolutely — Fentanyl is all over the entire state.”
According to the DEA, last year in the U.S. more people died from Fentanyl than gun and auto-related deaths combined.
Fentanyl mass overdoses — meaning three or more occurring around the same time and location — have been investigated recently in at least 7 U.S. cities resulting in nearly 60 overdoses and 28 deaths. Cities impacted include Wilton Manors, Florida; Austin, Texas; Cortez, Colorado; Commerce City, Colorado; Omaha, Nebraska; St. Louis, Missouri; and Washington, D.C. While none of the recent mass overdoses have happened in Alabama — they say it’s just a matter of time.
“It is very addictive and very deadly. The drug traffickers are putting Fentanyl in everything. An individual may think they are buying cocaine or they’re being sold heroin or methamphetamine… But it’s actually laced with Fentanyl,” said Thorne-James. “We know it’s here and it we are trying to get ahead of it.”
Even the smallest amount can be deadly. As the DEA works to get ahead of the deadly problem — they’re not only warning the buyer to beware — but throwing resources to help identify and go after the dealers.
“I do think we are making a lot of headway in actually tracing an overdose drug to its source,” said Thorne-James. “And once we trace it to that source than we have successfully prosecuted those individuals that sold it or that put it on the street or that had some involvement in getting it to that victim. So we’ve been very successful with that.”
The DEA says they’re not only intercepting Fentanyl on the highways but in the mail and say it’s not just in street drugs — but also being put into fake prescription drugs.
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This week in travel: an upside-down train, the meaning of "revenge travel" and the world's greatest fried foods.
Trending travel
"Revenge travel" sounds menacing, but the trendy phrase actually describes people splurging on big vacations now that many Covid restrictions have been dropped. Longer times away, first-class upgrades and bucket list destinations are all excellent cures for FOMO.
Here's more about what it is and who's doing it. And we've got some ideas for your next big trip: A cruise to Antarctica or an Australian adventure, for starters.
While more and more countries open to tourism, a few have remained all but closed during the pandemic.
One of those holdouts was Japan, but there's hope on the horizon. The country announced this week that it will experiment with a few small tour groups in May as a test to see how a full reopening could go later this year. The government floated the number of around 50 tourists for the trial.
This week, four countries moved into the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's "high" risk category for travel, including a tourism favorite in Africa.
Dollars to doughnuts
Chimichangas or calamari? Why not both?
This roundup of the world's most delicious fried foods will have you rethinking your weekend menu -- or possibly impulse buying an air fryer online at 3 a.m. (Not that we've ever done anything like this.)
Prefer meat dishes to fried dough?
"Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy" recently paid a visit to Umbria, where locals consume the country's highest per capita amount of pork. Wild boar ragu, anyone?
Tune in Sunday as Tucci sets out to explore how Italian immigration has transformed the food scene in his adopted hometown of London.
People, pedestrians and personalities
London's long-awaited Elizabeth Line train (a.k.a. Crossrail) got a visit from its namesake this week. Ninety-six-year-old Queen Elizabeth II appeared at Paddington Station to inaugurate the new transit line and wore bright yellow for the big day.
Meanwhile, the Czech Republic unveiled the world's longest suspension footbridge on May 13. The aptly named SkyBridge 721 is 721 meters long (about 2,365 feet). Austrian blogger Victoria Fellner summed up her experience on the bridge with the word "queasy."
If you've ever dreamed about moving to Italy and buying one of those one-euro houses, Francesco Curione may be able to help. The "007 of lost Italian documents" can help unearth proof of a long-unknown ancestor and help those who qualify secure Italian citizenship. Grazie mille!
Riding the rails
Wuppertal, Germany, is home to the Schwebebahn, a suspended train that looks like it's upside down. Not only are its glass-and-metal cars great for sightseeing, the train once transported a celebrity elephant.
Transit lovers, take note: Jerusalem will be getting a cable car. Israel's highest court approved the controversial plan this week, with construction to begin imminently. Once the car is complete, visitors will be able to travel from west Jerusalem to the Old City in just four minutes.
In case you missed it
Most people walk down Rome's Spanish Steps.
But this guy decided to drive a Maserati.
Planning some US domestic travel this summer?
The CDC advises getting a Covid test as close to departure time as possible.
What would happen if a squid and a yacht had a baby?
Its name is "Zion."
The best travel beauty bags
It's hard enough to get all your favorite beauty and skincare products in travel sizes without thinking about the right container to store them in. Luckily, our partners at CNN Underscored, a product reviews and recommendations guide owned by CNN, have a list of fashionable and functional makeup-artist-approved cosmetic bags.
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(NewsNation) — Are you feeling burnt out at your job, but quitting isn’t an option?
Gen Z may have a solution, but it’s sparking some controversy. It’s called “quiet quitting,” and it means consciously deciding to put in less effort at your job. The hope is to avoid burnout and work just hard enough to not get fired.
TikToker @zkchillin explains “quiet quitting” in his viral video that has more than 3 million views and nearly 500,000 likes.
“You’re not outright quitting your job, but you’re quitting the idea of going above and beyond,” he said. “You’re still performing your duties, but you’re no longer subscribing to the hustle culture mentality that work has to be your life. The reality is it’s not and your worth as a person is not defined by your labor.”
Psychotherapist Amy Morin said Monday night on “Banfield” that it’s not about being lazy.
“We’re talking about quitting the hustle culture, the idea that you need to be on 24/7, that you should be answering emails at all hours of the day,” Morin said. “It’s about saying, ‘I’m going to set some healthy boundaries and work on my work-life balance.'”
However, Ranjay Gulati, a business administration professor at Harvard Business School, says there are risks associated with the phrase “work-life balance.”
“What’s implicit behind ‘work-life balance?’ It’s that work and life are separate, meaning I’m not living when I’m working? We’ve created this kind of … notion that work is somehow an abstract idea of something you do that is not living,” Gulati said on “Banfield.”
However, he said, when it comes to meaningful work, “organizations and leadership have failed workers.”
Morin also said meaningful work is important.
“A lot of people don’t feel like their job has meaning,” she said. “We need to have meaning in our work to feel like there’s a reason to show up.
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International Category with Total Prize reach US$130,000
TAIPEI, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With its hundreds of mountains reach over 3,000 meters above sea level, Taiwan is home to a diversity of precious natural resources. Among its many mountains, Yushan or Mt. Jade Main Peak, at an elevation of 3,952 meters, is the highest, and has become a spiritual symbol of Taiwan.
Inspired by this spirit of Mt. Jade, E.SUN Bank was established in 1992 with the mission of becoming the best bank of the island. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, there are now 139 domestic branches and 28 business locations in 9 countries and regions.
In celebration of E.SUN Bank's 30th anniversary, the bank has established the E.SUN Awards to support art creations. This year, in addition to offering NT$1 million to the first prize winner, an international category has been included, looking at the depictions of the natural, cultural, and artistic beauty of Mt. Jade by artists worldwide, and to support creative talents.
The themes of the awards are the ecological landscapes and the historical and cultural characteristics of Yushan National Park. Oil, acrylic, and Eastern gouache paintings accepted. The submission opens until August 31, 2022 (23:59 TPE time). Participating Categories include General Public, Student, and International. Taiwan nationals may submit entries in the General Public and Student categories. Non-Taiwan national participants may submit entries in the international category.
In the International category, one first prize winner, up to three special prize winners, and one to five merit award winners will be chosen. The winners will receive prize, certificate, and special publication featuring the award-winning works. The total prize for the international category reaches US$130,000. The winning works in each category will be included in a traveling exhibition around Taiwan and the organizer will cover the shipping costs of works to Taiwan.
For more information, visit https://www.esunbank.com.tw/event/drawesun/esunbank_en.html
E.SUN Awards were previously held in 2012 and 2017 with enthusiastic support from artists with more than 2,800 works submitted. In addition to new submissions, established artists were also invited to exhibit together. Through their brush strokes, artists depict the diverse landscapes and rich sentiments toward the mountain while the public get to enjoy the authenticity and the beauty of art through the exhibition.
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Announces the launch of the FRAMEWORK Startup Scorecard and Investor Network, two innovative, founder-centric tools to drive improvements in the ecosystem; three new world-class partners; and the opening of its first U.S. office
TORONTO, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - FRAMEWORK today announces the evolution of its model of venture capital, a unique platform approach to investing that goes far beyond capital. Using proprietary data, growth and operational frameworks, this new model of active capital is specifically designed to be founder-centric, to reinvent the early-stage investment ecosystem, and to facilitate intelligent hyper-growth in startups.
In addition to its platform enhancements, the company completed the first close of FRAMEWORK Fund II earlier this year at over US$100 million, having made notable investments in Paper, Incode and MaxSold with Fund I. FRAMEWORK Fund II will close in December 2022 with a target size of US$250 million. FRAMEWORK is focused on investing in Series A and Series B companies, but their new approach to the early-stage ecosystem is engineered to empower all Founders and investors to make smart decisions grounded in both data and experience, particularly during the earliest stages of a company's growth.
The FRAMEWORK Startup Scorecard, unveiled today, is an innovative tool designed to assist Founders in benchmarking their performance against a database of more than 30,000 North American startups. This performance assessment enables all interested Founders to take decisive action in their company. By providing their own data, startups can also opt-in to be matched to potential seed and pre-seed investors, through curated lists made available to funds in the FRAMEWORK Investor Network. The Network, also launched today, is designed to connect early-stage investors with interesting new companies that fit their investment strategy and reduce the burden associated with early-stage investing.
"FRAMEWORK backs the next generation of world-class companies through a new approach to venture investing," said FRAMEWORK Founder and Managing Partner, Peter Misek. "To build a truly exciting startup culture, all Founders need a rigorous way to compare their startups to others in real-time, enabling dynamic assessments to guide decision-making. They also need investors who understand how valuable that process and those metrics are as determinants of success and growth. Our Scorecard and Network function harmoniously to solve systemic problems on both sides of the VC equation, eliminating bias by using data and hands-on expertise to drive the evolution of early-stage venture investing."
The benefits of FRAMEWORK's proprietary data are compounded through the company's established frameworks, (playbooks, tools and solutions), which are uniquely customizable and intentionally responsive to fit the needs of each Founder and the startup's specific growth trajectory. These frameworks are brought to life by new Partners announced today, Barbara Dirks, Jean-Michel Texier and Mike Dobbins, whose combined expertise signals a cutting-edge shift in FRAMEWORK's model of active investing.
"We are thrilled to officially welcome our new partners and to have their expertise and counsel available through our investment process," said Ajay Gopal, Partner. "Their culture of excellence and leadership will be additive to our due diligence approach and steer the portfolio to success, providing expert guidance and hands-on assistance in all business units, including financial systems, operations, talent, technology and go-to-market—areas which most impact high-speed growth in startups. Their expertise, combined with the data and growth frameworks, leads to exceptionally robust, yet agile, operational plans that eliminate uncertainty around action, and structure priorities for the startup's team."
Barbara Dirks joins FRAMEWORK as an accomplished financial services executive, with more than 20 years of experience working cross-border at leading financial institutions including as the Head of Silicon Valley Bank, Canada. With a track-record of launching, operating and reimaging business, Dirks will work closely with Founders and leadership teams, providing world-class counsel on governance, talent, go-to-market strategy, operations, risk, scaling, coaching and communications—key challenges for early startups.
"I'm excited to work with FRAMEWORK's portfolio of talented and determined Founders," said Dirks. "These Founders are purpose-driven, have the potential for extraordinary impact and are on the cusp of truly changing the world. Their infectious entrepreneurialism is compelling and drives us as a team to identify ways we can accelerate the probability and size of their success. By being involved and attuned to what is happening 'on the ground', we can together identify emerging issues, and respond early with agility, intelligence and experience."
New partner, Jean-Michel Texier joins FRAMEWORK as an experienced venture investor in the startup space, and sought-after Chief Technology and Product Officer with more than 25 years of experience spanning Europe, Asia and North America. Texier will work with our new and existing portfolio companies to problem-solve and provide counsel on potential solutions for technology, product, compliance, go-to-market strategy, and technology-specific budgeting and reporting.
"As a partner, I am a resource to Founders but I am also invested in their success when providing advice and counsel," said Texier. "This shared mission forges relationships based on trust between VC and founders. I also share the hard-earned lessons I have learned over my career to ensure Founders avoid common pitfalls and capitalize on opportunities that may not be obvious to them given the frenetic pace of scaling and entrepreneurship."
New Venture Partner, Mike Dobbins brings expertise in venture, fintech and financial solutions, as the former Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer of Royal Bank of Canada and the Founder of RBC Ventures where he led the creation of over 20 Ventures. Dobbins brings further expertise in crafting strategic partnerships, customer-centric strategy, and a depth of experience in capital investment—all of which make him a key partner on strategy, financial systems and finance for the portfolio.
"Strategic partnerships and financial networks are critical at this stage in the startup journey," said Dobbins. "I am thrilled to continue working in venture with purpose-driven founders whose products have enormous potential—to solve problems, to change business-as-usual and to become the next generation of unicorns."
As the company enters the next phase of its growth, FRAMEWORK, also known as Framework Venture Partners, unveils a bold new logo and website to reflect both their overlapping and customized "framework" based approach to VC and the company's purpose of supporting companies that can change the world.
The company's exciting growth is also supported by the opening of a new office in Austin, Texas. Texas is becoming a hotbed of technology and venture capital activity, underpinned by its status as the third largest state economy in the US and home to the largest number of Fortune 500 companies of any state.
"This new office and refreshed brand give us an exciting opportunity to build relationships in an energetic, young tech and VC environment, and to grow significantly in the US," said Misek.
For more information on the FRAMEWORK Startup Scorecard, startups@framework.vc
For more information on the FRAMEWORK Investor Network, invest@framework.vc
Venture beyond capital. Established in 2018, FRAMEWORK is a world-class venture capital partnership that backs purposeful startups. FRAMEWORK's collaborative approach empowers exceptional Founders and their teams on their path to becoming the next generation of world-class technologies. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada with offices in Montreal, QC and Austin, Texas, FRAMEWORK combines a unique, data-driven, and experience-based investment model with a collaborative model of active capital to assist management teams on their scaling journey. The company's unique approach also cultivates improvements in the venture capital ecosystem for all Founders and investors through the Startup Scorecard and Investor Network. FRAMEWORK operates under the guiding principles of trust, determination and excellence and has become the trusted partner of many Founders who have successfully scaled and succeeded in their missions. For more information, please visit www.framework.vc
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- Following strong second quarter results, Bayer's Fields of Opportunity Technology Showcase highlights cutting-edge technologies and pipeline solutions expected to propel farmer productivity, sustainability, and company growth.
- Featured breakthrough innovations include Bayer's new herbicide molecule, the Smart Corn System featuring Short Stature Corn, and CoverCress™, a renewable cover crop offering growers increased opportunities for carbon sequestration and biodiesel production.
- Showcase also includes recently launched, next-generation technologies such as SmartStax® PRO with RNAi Technology, Intacta 2 Xtend® and Xtendflex® Soybeans.
JERSEYVILLE, Ill., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayer puts its industry-leading offerings in crop protection, seeds & traits, and digital farming tools on display today at its Fields of Opportunity Technology Showcase as the company continues to advance innovative products and services tailored toward the individual needs of growers around the globe. Following strong second quarter 2022 financial results, the event demonstrates Bayer's latest developments in a unique portfolio of solutions and technologies expected to power sustainable growth in the years ahead.
"Today we spotlight technologies designed to reduce agriculture's impact on the environment, increase food security and help farmers combat the continued pressure of climate change on our global ecosystems," said Rodrigo Santos, member of the Board of Management of Bayer AG, and President of the Crop Science Division. "Bayer remains committed to providing farmers with the tools they need to be productive and sustainable stewards of their land, especially now as they navigate through current disruptions to agriculture's supply chains."
With an annual industry leading R&D investment of more than 2 billion euros in Crop Science alone, Bayer is advancing cutting-edge technologies and breakthrough innovations with a bold and ambitious strategy that will transform the future of farming and position growers for success in a rapidly evolving agriculture industry. The demonstrations and discussions in Jerseyville include:
- Further expansion of ThryvOn™ Technology trials. Building on Bayer's legacy of contributions to sustainable cotton production through the Deltapine® brand's genetic advancements and Bollgard® brand's trait technologies, ThryvOn Technology will be the industry's first biotechnology trait that will provide built-in protection to the whole plant against key tarnished plant bug and thrips species. 2022 will see farmer trials increase to nearly 60,000 acres, bringing this biotech cotton trait one step closer to helping farmers more effectively manage insect pressure.
- Plans for hundreds of on-farm pilot plots of Short Stature Corn hybrids in North America in 2023. These hybrids form the anchor of Bayer's Smart Corn System, farmers precise in-season management of their fertilizer and crop protection needs, thanks to the power of the Climate FieldView™ digital platform. These hybrids recently proved their ability to withstand severe weather conditions when extreme windstorms blew through the Midwest.
- Following the company's recently announced increased investment, Bayer will highlight CoverCress™, a renewable oilseed and animal feed crop with an annual winter growth cycle allowing its use in between corn and soybean rotations. CoverCress™ will help deliver on Bayer's sustainability commitments and may open additional revenue streams for growers.
In addition to products yet to be launched, the company notes key updates on recently launched next-generation technologies. Growth across programs and products advancing in the pipeline include:
- The launch of the next-generation technology Intacta 2 Xtend® offers a significant performance advantage for Brazilian soybean farmers delivering about 2.9 bushels more per acre compared to similar varieties on the market. Bayer leads the industry in protecting soybean yield against insect and weed pressure with the third-generation technology in Phase 3 and the fourth generation moving to Phase 1.
- The company also reaffirmed performance advantages of critical fungicides such as Fox® Supra for soybeans in Brazil, expected to launch later this year, and Delaro® Complete fungicide in the North America corn market.
- Additionally, Bayer is making progress in bringing the first new herbicide mode of action in the past 30 years for post-emergent control of weeds across all major row crops. Currently in Phase 3, the technology is showing excellent performance.
- The Bayer Carbon program continues to develop across 10 countries. Bayer PRO Carbono, the largest carbon program in Brazil, is seeing impressive enrollment and excellent results. Participating soybean growers register carbon emissions 70% lower than the national average in Brazil and 80% lower than the global average, per ton of soybeans produced.
- Increasing adoption of the number one brand in digital ag, Climate FieldView™, is now on more than 200 million acres in 23 countries around the world as Bayer continues to lead the digital transformation of agriculture. The next frontier of value creation is about more than bringing better individual inputs, but rather in digitally enhancing those solutions to optimize yields, create efficiencies and improve returns.
"Bayer's advancements in agriculture are incredibly powerful, scientific solutions designed for farmers of all scales in all geographies and are made possible through our continued progress in developing digital tools," said Bob Reiter, Head of R&D for the company's Crop Science Division. "We are putting insights by our plant breeders, data scientists, and agronomists on display here today. Through these tailored solutions, empowered by our digital platforms, we provide growers with the key to be as sustainable and successful in every part of their operation as they can."
About Bayer
Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of health care and nutrition. Its products and services are designed to help people and the planet thrive by supporting efforts to master the major challenges presented by a growing and aging global population. Bayer is committed to driving sustainable development and generating a positive impact with its businesses. At the same time, the Group aims to increase its earning power and create value through innovation and growth. The Bayer brand stands for trust, reliability and quality throughout the world. In fiscal 2021, the Group employed around 100,000 people and had sales of 44.1 billion euros. R&D expenses before special items amounted to 5.3 billion euros. For more information, go to www.bayer.com.
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VANCOUVER, BC, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP) (TSX: BLDP) today announced the publication of its third annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. Built around Ballard's purpose of Here for LifeTM, the report highlights the company's 2021 performance in key environmental, social and governance areas and demonstrating an ongoing commitment to transparency and environmental leadership in the fuel cell industry. In 2021, Ballard continued its work toward achieving the Company's "Mission Carbon Zero 2030" initiative with a goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. New to the report this year is the unveiling of Ballard's ESG strategy, a three workstream approach to advancing a foundational ESG practice and addressing the material topics most important to Ballard's stakeholders including energy transition, greenhouse gas reduction, employee engagement, and diversity, equity and inclusion.
Highlights of this years report include:
- In 2021, Ballard fuel cell technology prevented ~52 million gallons of consumed diesel
- 95% annual employee retention rate
- Increased female representation including at the board, senior leadership and management
- ~7% reduction in overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity (tonnes CO2-e/employee) and ~19% reduction since 2019
- 95% of platinum used in Ballard's products is reclaimed
- Offset 798 tonnes CO2e through investment in the Great Bear Forest Carbon Project
- Disclosed environmental performance through CDP (previously Climate Disclosure Project)
- Completed a Life Cycle Analysis for our latest generation of heavy duty power modules
"Sustainability is how we do business: It's how we ensure we are Here for LifeTM. Environmental, social and governance practice is embedded in how we serve our customers, how we engage our people, how we manage our operations, how we generate long term value to shareholders, and how we contribute to our communities," said Randy MacEwen, Ballard President and CEO. "We are committed to delivering on the key elements of our ESG strategy to solidify the foundation, embed differentiators, reinforce table stakes and provide transparency in our reporting. Ballard has a strong commitment to the environment, as our mission is to deliver fuel cell power for a sustainable planet, and to our people, while striving to be a great place to work."
The combination of Ballard's zero-emission fuel cell products, sustainability-based business model, strong governance practices, and committed workforce enables the Company to create long-term value for shareholders while contributing to the decarbonization of the global economy.
To view Ballard's 2021 ESG Report, and for more information regarding the Company's sustainability commitments, please visit www.ballard.com/about-ballard/our-sustainability.
About Ballard Power Systems
Ballard Power Systems' (NASDAQ: BLDP); (TSX: BLDP) vision is to deliver fuel cell power for a sustainable planet. Ballard zero-emission PEM fuel cells are enabling electrification of mobility, including buses, commercial trucks, trains, marine vessels, and stationary power. To learn more about Ballard, please visit www.ballard.com.
This release contains forward-looking statements concerning anticipated product performance and competitiveness and product development objectives. These forward-looking statements reflect Ballard's current expectations as contemplated under section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any such forward-looking statements are based on Ballard's assumptions relating to its financial forecasts and expectations regarding its product development efforts, manufacturing capacity, and market demand.
These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause Ballard's actual results to be materially different, including general economic and regulatory changes, detrimental reliance on third parties, successfully achieving our business plans and achieving and sustaining profitability. For a detailed discussion of these and other risk factors that could affect Ballard's future performance, please refer to Ballard's most recent Annual Information Form. Readers should not place undue reliance on Ballard's forward-looking statements and Ballard assumes no obligation to update or release any revisions to these forward-looking statements, other than as required under applicable legislation.
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NEW YORK, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- adm Group, a global sustainable marketing execution partner, has strengthened its presence in North America and expanded its service offering to clients through the acquisition of Lapine, a fast-growing consumer engagement agency, and Effectus, a business process and strategy consulting company. Lapine and Effectus are projected to have combined revenues in excess of $130m in 2022.
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Lapine is a consumer engagement agency that, working at enterprise level, connects brands and consumers through a unique formula informed by insights, enabled by technology and executed with certainty. For the last 60 years, Lapine has been a market leader for some of the world's most recognized brands in the retail, consumer packaged goods, hospitality and home goods industries.
Based in Miami, Effectus is an advisory and transformation execution consultancy that improves clients' operational proficiency through tactical business process improvement initiatives. Effectus leverage an integrated network of India support providers that deliver transaction processing and software development services.
Through this acquisition, both companies will be able to offer their US clients access to adm's global supply chain network and in-market expertise across technology, sustainability, insights and marketing effectiveness methodologies.
For adm Group, this forms part of a strategic growth plan to further enhance its client offering, with access to new skillsets and a strengthened local supply chain capability. It builds on two prior acquisitions since 2020 and follows the recent strategic investment from Equistone Partners Europe, a leading European private equity investor.
Justin Barton, Global CEO of adm Group, commented: "Lapine has a longstanding, proud history as a well-run business with outstanding talent, clients and capabilities. Together with Effectus, we see great strategic alignment between their vision for their clients and the service adm provides for our own. We are excited about the breadth this will add to our service offering and technology, and the growth opportunities this partnership brings."
Noah Lapine, CEO, and member of the ownership group of Lapine, added: "Fuelling conversations between brands and consumers is at the core of what we do, so we look forward to the added benefits adm Group will bring to our clients, with their proprietary technology, in-depth expertise and geographical coverage. We feel adm Group is a great cultural fit for Lapine and are excited to begin this journey together."
Chetan Shah, co-founder and CEO of Effectus, commented: "We are excited to work with adm to further strengthen their consulting services for clients. This acquisition brings Effectus' expertise in digital transformation and process innovation to adm's global client base, while giving our clients access to adm's comprehensive network of marketing execution services and skillsets".
About Lapine
Lapine is a consumer engagement agency that brings brand stories to life. By creating multi-sensory experiences, we motivate consumer action, increase brand loyalty and engage personally, emotionally, and physically. It's all done by design to make an impact on consumers and for your brand.
For more information, please visit https://lapineinc.com/
About Effectus
Effectus is an advisory and transformation execution consultancy that improves clients' operational processes through business process improvement initiatives and is on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies in the US for two consecutive years.
For more information, please visit https://www.effectuspartners.com/
About adm Group
adm is one of the largest independent sustainable brand execution businesses in the world. We are process experts who consult, reengineer and execute global supply chain solutions that focus on delivering efficiencies, effectiveness and sustainability across the marketing supply chain. We have a global footprint with 46 offices in 33 countries, allowing us to deliver local activation of global strategies for brands across the world.
For more information, please visit https://www.admgroup.com/
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Men’s conference
United Temple of Faith Church will host a men’s conference from 9 a.m. to noon today.
Doors will open at 8:30 am with a continental breakfast being served to all guests. The Theme for the Men’s Conference will be: “Be Strong And Show Yourself A Man By Keeping The Commandments.”
Brother Michael Jones will be hosting the event. Pastor Frank Davila of United Temple of Faith Church and Pastor Joe Williams from God’s House of Victory in Temple will be the main speakers for the conference. David Herrera Jr. and Called Upon will be providing the praise and worship music.
A barbecue lunch will be served to all guests following the conference. The church is located at 1714 Morgan’s Point Road in Morgan’s Point Resort.
The conference is open to all men. For information email Michael Jones at michaeljones-3@hotmail.com or call 254-563-9130.
Immanuel Baptist Church VBS program
Immanuel Baptist Church, 1401 W. Central Ave. in Temple, will hold a vacation Bible school program 6-8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The theme of the program is “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness” and it is open to children in kindergarten through the fifth grade.
For registration and information call 254-773-2147 or visit www.ibctemple.org and click on the “upcoming events” link.
Community Bible study
The Temple-Belton Community Bible Study adult class is registering members for a 30-week, in-depth interdenominational Bible study of Job, 1st and 2nd Timothy, Titus, Colossians and James.
The class will meet weekly starting Sept. 12.
There are three options to participate. In-person sessions will take place Monday nights (women’s, men’s and couple’s groups) and Wednesday mornings (women only) at Immanuel Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1215 Wall St. in Belton. The third option is via Zoom on Tuesday nights. The Zoom session is open to all adults (men, women and couples).
Each week, participants receive a reading commentary on the previous week’s topic and a set of questions to work on each day covering the next week’s reading.
These questions are discussed in small groups of about 15 people. Following the small group session, there is a short teaching over the same section of Scripture.
For information or to register visit www.templebeltoneve .cbsclass.org or call 254-718-6104 after 5:30 p.m. or 254-231-2393 during work hours.
Calling area pastors
Submissions are sought for the weekly Pastor’s Corner column. For details, email living@tdtnews.com.
Church news items may be submitted by emailing living@tdtnews.com All items are due by noon Monday.
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ARLINGTON, Texas (KDAF) — Elton John’s final tour is passing through North Texas one last time.
The massive successful artist’s Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour is stopping at Globe Life Field on Sept. 30, signifying the artist’s final time performing in North Texas. His final concert in Texas will be in Houston at Minute Maid Park on Nov. 4.
This five-year tour will make its final stop in the United States on Nov. 20, with a show at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.
July 8 will be the final stop in this tour with a concert at Tele2 Arean in Stockholm Sweden. To get your tickets, click here.
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reference is made to Borr Drilling Limited's ("Borr Drilling") (NYSE: "BORR") (OSE: "BORR") stock exchange announcements of August 10, 2022, relating to the pricing of the equity offering through the subscription and allocation of a total of 69,444,444 new common shares (the "Offer Shares"), each at a subscription price of USD 3.60 per Offer Share (equivalent to NOK 35.00 per Offer Share), raising gross proceeds of USD 250 million. The Offer Shares will be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
The following persons discharging managerial responsibilities ("PDMRs") in Borr Drilling have subscribed for and been conditionally allocated the following Offer Shares at the Subscription Price:
Companies affiliated with Director and Vice Chairman Tor Olav Trøim: 5,555,555 Offer Shares. After delivery, Trøim and his affiliated parties will represent an ownership in Borr Drilling of 15,780,490 shares in the Company.
Neil Glass, Director of Borr Drilling: 12,500 Offer Shares. After delivery, Mr. Glass will own 128,652 shares in the Company.
Patrick Schorn, Chief Executive Officer of Borr Drilling: 100,000 Offer Shares. After delivery, Mr. Schorn will own 1,100,000 shares in the Company.
Magnus Vaaler, Chief Financial Officer of Borr Drilling: 10,000 Offer Shares. After delivery, Mr. Vaaler will own 75,000 shares in the Company.
This information is subject to disclosure requirements pursuant to Sections 4-2 and 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act and article 19 of the Regulation EU 596/2014 (Market Abuse Regulation).
Questions should be directed to: Magnus Vaaler, CFO, +44 1224 289208
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PEÑUELAS, Puerto Rico, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crowley, the longest-serving U.S. supply chain company with a nearly 70-year history in Puerto Rico, today inaugurated its state-of-the-art LNG Loading Terminal in the southern town of Peñuelas. The liquefied natural gas facility marks a major milestone and supports the island's economy with full-service, sustainable energy solutions to industrial and commercial operators in Puerto Rico, Central America and the Caribbean.
The inaugural event hosted by Crowley Chairman and CEO Tom Crowley featured remarks from Puerto Rico Governor Pedro Pierluisi, and Puerto Rico's Resident Commissioner in Washington D.C., Jenniffer González-Colon.
"We continue to expand our capacity and investment in Puerto Rico with the opening of this special facility, which enhances Crowley's LNG capabilities across diverse industries," said Tom Crowley. "Our LNG solutions allow industrial and commercial clients to plan, monitor and produce their own energy while protecting their business from potential threats such as power outages or natural disasters."
Over the course of several years, Crowley has fostered strong, transparent relationships with government and business leaders of Puerto Rico allowing the company to play a pivotal role in supplying cost-efficient, sustainable fuel sources to the island's leading sectors.
"As Puerto Rico moves forward on its quest to transform its dated and fragile electric generation system into a first-class energy network, the use of alternative and transitional fuels like LNG will be critically important in helping build resiliency and reliability into the system," said Pedro Pierluisi, Governor of Puerto Rico. "Crowley's new LNG Loading Terminal in Peñuelas will foster much needed new economic activity for municipalities in the island, and it will also position Puerto Rico's industrial and commercial sector on a fast-track path toward economic growth by providing reliable and environmentally friendlier energy solutions. My administration is pleased to join in today's milestone celebration, which further solidifies Crowley's long history of serving the Puerto Rico market."
The facility will significantly grow Crowley's service capabilities in Puerto Rico, delivering more than 94 million gallons of LNG annually. When operating at full distribution capacity, it will help power an aggregate of 120MW in cleaner energy while helping to reduce carbon dioxide and sulfur emissions.
"The inauguration of Crowley's new LNG Loading Terminal marks an important step toward the diversification of Puerto Rico's energy industry, allowing us to maximize the use of alternative fuels like LNG to usher the island into a new era of cleaner energy," said Jenniffer Gonzalez, Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner. "The investment in these state-of-the-art facilities will also afford Puerto Rico the opportunity to play a strategic role in LNG national security efforts while leveraging new LNG technologies and economic development opportunities."
Functionally, from Peñuelas, operators will load natural gas in its liquid form onto 10,000-gallon ISO containers for over-the-road transport to customer facilities around the island. Upon arrival at the customer's site, the LNG will be re-gasified and used for power generation and energy consumption.
Crowley is a privately held, U.S.-owned and -operated maritime, energy and logistics solutions company serving commercial and government sectors with more than $2.5 billion in annual revenues, over 170 vessels mostly in the Jones Act fleet and approximately 7,000 employees around the world – employing more U.S. mariners than any other company. The Crowley enterprise has invested more than $3 billion in maritime transport, which is the backbone of global trade and the global economy. As a global ship owner-operator and services provider with more than 130 years of innovation and a commitment to sustainability, the company serves customers in 36 nations and island territories through four business units: Crowley Logistics, Crowley Shipping, Crowley Solutions and Crowley Fuels. Additional information about Crowley, its business units and subsidiaries can be found at http://www.crowley.com.
LNG facts from the Center for Liquefied Natural Gas (CLNG):
Functionality
LNG, or liquefied natural gas, is natural gas that is cooled to -260° Fahrenheit until it becomes a liquid and then stored at essentially atmospheric pressure. Converting natural gas to LNG, a process that reduces its volume by about 600 times allows it to be transported. Once delivered to its destination, the LNG is warmed back into its original gaseous state so that it can be used just like existing natural gas supplies.
When returned to its gaseous state, LNG is used across the residential, commercial and industrial sectors for purposes as diverse as heating and cooling homes, cooking, generating electricity and manufacturing paper, metal, glass and other materials. LNG is not stored under pressure and it is not explosive. LNG vapors (methane) mixed with air are not explosive in an unconfined environment. When exposed to the environment, LNG rapidly evaporates, leaving no residue on water or soil.
Reduced Emissions Science
Because of its environmental characteristics, increased use of natural gas has driven billions of tons in carbon dioxide (CO2) savings in the United States. As nations seek to reduce their emissions and provide cleaner air, many will turn to LNG as a natural gas source. The U.S. Energy Information Administration attributes 25-year lows in CO2 emissions to greater use of natural gas along with renewables. Because of natural gas, the United States has led the world in CO2 reductions.
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Performance Enhancement for the Modern Man
BOZEMAN, Mont., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FirmTech launches The Tech Ring (FTR), the first-in-the-world tracker for men's sexual wellness. By embedding smart sensor technology into a uniquely comfortable erection ring, this device is a breakthrough in enhancing pleasure and tracking the vital signs of erectile health. The Tech Ring counts the number of nocturnal erections, the key indicator of vascular and sexual health, as well as the duration and firmness of erections. The FTR's sensors and easy-to-use phone app will help men track these important sexual wellness metrics while wearing the ring either overnight or during sexual activity.
FirmTech founder, Elliot Justin, MD, describes The Tech Ring as "an EKG for men's most favorite and sensitive organ." By age 50, nearly half of men report Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and that percentage increases 10% every decade there. Tracking "Erectile Fitness" is a revolutionary development in healthcare as instances of ED are often indicative of more serious, underlying conditions like clogged blood vessels, low testosterone, diabetes, prostate cancer, hypertension, psychosocial problems, and medication side effects. For example, most men who have suffered a heart attack experienced ED in the prior year.
Designed by expert bioengineers and urologists, the Tech Ring is available direct-to-consumer through the FirmTech website. The complementary phone app securely records, stores and transmits data to the app which can then be privately shared with clinicians.
Maintaining good erectile health at a younger age reduces the risk of developing ED later in life. Without blood flow every 24 hours in the form of spontaneous nighttime erections or sexual activity, atrophy can occur, especially in older men. In short, having sex regularly may even help prevent the development of ED later in life.
In an age of tech and health "wearables," FirmTech is excited to introduce this revolutionary "underwearable." The Tech Ring can help men to elevate their sex lives from "good to great" while improving their overall physical – and mental - health.
To "put a ring on it" and improve your erectile fitness, visit MyFirmTech.com.
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HOUSTON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ConnectGen announced today that the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) has issued a Record of Decision (ROD) approving two interconnection requests associated with ConnectGen's Rail Tie Wind Project, a proposed 504 MW wind energy generation project located in Albany County, Wyoming. The ROD follows the November 2021 release of the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and documents the completion of the federal authorization to interconnect the project to the WAPA transmission grid, which was concluded after an extensive environmental review per the National Environmental Policy Act.
"The Record of Decision is a major milestone for the Rail Tie Wind Project. It marks the completion of WAPA's multi-year environmental and technical review, including a detailed analysis of the physical, biological, cultural, and socioeconomic effects of the project," Caton Fenz, Chief Executive Officer of ConnectGen, said. "We are pleased that WAPA recognized our considerable efforts to minimize these effects, and we thank the WAPA staff for their efforts and thoughtful review over the past two and a half years."
"Connecting more renewable energy projects to the grid is a critical step in modernizing America's energy infrastructure and meeting our nation's growing energy needs," said WAPA Administrator and CEO Tracey LeBeau. "Our technical analyses found available capacity on WAPA's system and the comprehensive analysis in the EIS provided environmental impact information, both of which informed the interconnection Record of Decision."
WAPA's ROD issuance adds to the roster of major federal, state, and local approvals obtained by the Rail Tie Wind Project. The project previously received a Wind Energy Conversion System permit from the Albany County Board of County Commissioners as well as Section 109 permit approval from the State of Wyoming Industrial Siting Council.
The Rail Tie Wind Project will represent a capital investment of more than $500 million in Albany County and the State of Wyoming, and will generate approximately $130 million in state and local tax revenues during construction and over the life of the project. Twenty percent of the project is sited on state land, and annual wind lease payments to the Office of State Lands and Investments will fund Wyoming's public schools and institutions. The project will support at least 20 permanent operations jobs as well as hundreds of jobs during construction and will generate millions of dollars of new local economic activity through the procurement of goods and services in the area.
ConnectGen is a multi-technology renewable energy platform dedicated to best-in-class greenfield development, origination, execution and operations. ConnectGen has 139 MW in operations and a portfolio of over 20,000 MW of wind, solar and energy storage projects in development across the United States. For more information, please visit www.connectgenllc.com. ConnectGen is a subsidiary of 547 Energy, Quantum Energy Partners' clean energy platform company.
547 Energy aims to maximize value for its investors by partnering with leading entrepreneurs who are driving growth in the clean energy economy. To date, 547 Energy has invested in ConnectGen LLC, BlueFloat Energy LLC, Aer Soleir LLC, NetOn LLC and certain affiliates of ENORA S.A. 547 Energy was founded and is led by industry veteran Gabriel Alonso and is backed by Quantum Energy Partners, a leading provider of capital to the global energy industry. For more information on 547 Energy, please visit www.547energy.com, email info@547energy.com, or contact Travis Salinas at tsalinas@547energy.com.
Founded in 1998, Quantum Energy Partners is a leading global provider of private equity, credit, structured capital and venture capital to the responsibly sourced energy and energy transition & decarbonization sectors (what we call the "Sustainable Energy Ecosystem"), having managed together with its affiliates more than $18 billion in capital commitments since inception. For more information on Quantum, please visit www.quantumep.com or contact Michael Dalton at +1-713-452-2110.
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MEXICO CITY, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grupo Aeroméxico, S.A.B. de C.V. ("Aeroméxico" or the "Company") (BMV: AEROMEX) informs that its Board of Directors and Executive Committee resolved to issue a call to hold a General Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting on June 27, 2022, as from 10:00 a.m., which will discuss and, if applicable, resolve, pursuant to Article 108, Section II, of the Securities Exchange Law (Ley del Mercado de Valores) and other applicable legal provisions, on the cancellation of the registration of the shares representing its capital stock before the National Securities Registry (Registro Nacional de Valores) and, subsequently, the delisting of such shares before the Mexican Securities Exchange (Bolsa Mexicana de Valores, S.A.B. de C.V.), and, if applicable, on the consequent approval to file a request before the National Banking and Securities Commission (Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores) to obtain the authorization to launch and implement the corresponding tender offer set forth in Article 108 of the Securities Exchange Law (Ley del Mercado de Valores) and, in due course, the cancellation of the registration of the shares concerned.
The foregoing, in compliance with the obligations expressly assumed by the Company under the publicly available documents related to its Joint Plan of Reorganization and related documents (jointly, the "Plan"), which became fully effective on March 17, 2022 (the effective date of the Plan), as provided in previous relevant events published by Aeroméxico, including its contractual obligations under a certain Registration Rights Agreement ("RRA"), which is part of the Plan.
In other words, such process of cancellation of registry and delisting of its shares is part of the agreements entered by Aeroméxico with its former creditors and investors, currently shareholders of the Company, as part of the RRA, which was also informed to its shareholders, authorities and general public as part of the Annual Report for fiscal year 2021 and the Quarterly Report for the first quarter of 2022, both duly filed and published in the Mexican Securities Exchange (Bolsa Mexicana de Valores, S.A.B. de C.V.), and on the Company's website, among other.
Additionally, as part of the obligations of the Company under the RRA, Aeroméxico is also required to file a potential registration statement of its shares before the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) no later than December 30, 2022 (unless such deadline is extended by the parties under the RRA), which has not yet occurred and, whenever occurs, it will be duly informed to the then shareholders of the Company.
The parties, and any third-parties, had, and continue to have, access to and disclosure of all Plan documents and key milestones relating to our prior Chapter 11 restructuring proceeding, including the RRA, which is available as reported in multiple prior relevant events issued by Aeroméxico, and particularly in the public filings and documents of our former voluntary restructuring proceeding (https://dm.epiq11.com/case/aem/dockets), and from the accurate and detailed information and documentation that has been publicly available in the electronic docket (easily accessible and searchable) of our prior voluntary Chapter 11 restructuring proceeding.
This Significant Event contains certain forecasts or projections, which reflect the current view or expectations of the Company and its management with respect to its performance, business, and future events. The Company uses words such as "believe," "anticipate," "plan," "expect," "intend," "target," "estimate," "project," "predict," "forecast," "outlook," "guidance," "should" and similar expressions to identify forecasts or projections, but this is not the only manner in which it refers to such forecasts or projections. Such statements are subject to certain risks, contingencies, and assumptions. The Company cautions that a number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the plans, objectives, expectations, estimates, and intentions expressed in this release. The Company is under no obligation and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forecast or projection that may result from new information, future events, or any other cause.
About Grupo Aeroméxico Grupo Aeroméxico, S.A.B. de C.V., is a holding company whose subsidiaries are engaged in commercial aviation in Mexico and the promotion of passenger loyalty programs. Aeroméxico, Mexico's global airline, has its main hub at Terminal 2 of Mexico City's International Airport. Its network of destinations covers Mexico, the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, Asia, and Europe. The Group's current operating fleet includes Boeing 787 and 737 aircraft, as well as state-of-the-art Embraer 190s. Aeroméxico is a founding member of SkyTeam, an alliance that is celebrating its 20th anniversary and offers connectivity in more than 170 countries through its 19 member airlines. Aeroméxico created and implemented a Health and Hygiene Management System (HMSH) to protect its customers and employees at all stages of its operation.
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BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, today announced it would be opening a new SANS Cyber Workforce Academy for Maryland residents. There are nearly 700,000 cybersecurity jobs unfilled across the United States. Local Maryland jobseekers with little to no cybersecurity experience can quickly gain these in-demand skills to launch a new career in just months by applying to the SANS Cyber Workforce Academy. The program is state-funded through the EARN MD grant and provides free accelerated training and globally recognized certifications in the fastest-growing industry in the US today, cybersecurity.
"The Maryland Department of Labor is pleased to support the SANS Cyber Workforce Academy through our EARN Maryland program," said Tiffany P. Robinson, Maryland Secretary of Labor. "The students enrolled in this program are earning in-demand, industry-recognized certifications that will help Maryland employers remain competitive in today's marketplace."
"SANS is committed to the economic growth of the Maryland community," said Max Shuftan, Director of Mission Programs & Partnerships at SANS. "With an average program graduate salary of $90,000, there has never been a better time to learn the industry and enter the workforce as a cybersecurity professional."
Two separate tracks are available, Reskilling and Upskilling, with both options open to Maryland residents only. The Reskilling Academy is recommended for individuals not currently working in cybersecurity. The Upskilling Academy is recommended for individuals with IT experience or limited cybersecurity skills to upskill into an in-demand position. Each track provides self-paced training with support from technical mentors and their cohorts, forming lifelong connections as they work through the material together.
Academy career services support aims to have participants interview and land a job before or by the time they have taken their last GIAC certification. Interested candidates should complete the web application form here.
About SANS Institute
The SANS Institute was established in 1989 as a cooperative research and education organization. Today, SANS is the most trusted and, by far, the largest provider of cybersecurity training and certification to professionals in government and commercial institutions world-wide. Renowned SANS instructors teach more than 60 courses at in-person and virtual cybersecurity events and on demand. GIAC, an affiliate of the SANS Institute, validates practitioner skills through more than 35 hands-on, technical certifications in cybersecurity. The SANS Technology Institute, a regionally accredited independent subsidiary, offers master's and bachelor's degrees, graduate certificates, and an undergraduate certificate in cybersecurity. SANS Security Awareness, a division of SANS, provides organizations with a complete and comprehensive security awareness solution, enabling them to manage their "human" cybersecurity risk easily and effectively. SANS also delivers a wide variety of free resources to the InfoSec community including consensus projects, research reports, webcasts, podcasts, and newsletters; it also operates the Internet's early warning system–the Internet Storm Center. At the heart of SANS are the many security practitioners, representing varied global organizations from corporations to universities, working together to support and educate the global information security community. www.sans.org
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BOSTON, Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GID, a vertically-integrated real estate company with corporate offices in Atlanta and Boston, has announced the acquisition of 265 Foster Street, a 58k square-foot industrial warehouse located at the intersection of I-495 and Route 2 in Littleton, MA.
The property includes over seven acres of excess land, of which a portion currently functions as outdoor storage space and will fulfill the robust tenant demand for over 50k sq. ft. space within the Boston market while uniquely offering secured outdoor storage. The building also features six dock high doors and three drive-ins with clear heights between 19 and 24 feet.
With this addition to its Boston-area portfolio, GID will continue to maintain the asset to institutional standards with the help of CBRE, who has been selected as the property manager and leasing broker.
To learn more about GID Industrial, visit www.gid.com/invest/industrial
GID is a privately held, vertically-integrated real estate company that owns and operates a portfolio of multifamily and industrial assets, as well as develops mixed-use projects. With corporate offices in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, New York, and San Francisco, GID is an experienced real estate private equity investor and manager supported by an integrated operating platform and has 60+ years of experience across multiple asset classes. GID's existing and under-development properties are valued at over $26.7 billion as of March 31, 2022.
The current portfolio includes over 46,000 residential units, more than 20 million square feet of industrial space, and one million square feet of retail and office space. More information is available at www.gid.com.
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Nearly $20 million in funding approved to expand more of US-75 in Grayson County
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - Sherman is no stranger to highway construction on US-75, but soon Van Alstyne, Howe, and a part of Denison will be familiar with the bulldozers and concrete mixers too.
“We’ve got a big project going on now,” said Grayson County Judge Bill Magers. “It would make since as these projects finish up to continue these projects now, so we get them out of the way.”
Commissioners said that by 2025, parts of US-75 in Grayson County would expand from four lanes to six.
“The sooner we get this done, the better quality of life will be in Grayson County,” said Magers.
Grayson County Commissioners approved almost $20 million in an advanced funding agreement with TxDOT.
They said the money comes from their reserve funds, and TXDOT will pay the other 90 percent of the $210 million project.
“By doing this funding agreement today, we lock in our local match, so if costs accelerate on the TxDOT side, we have a hedge against inflation,” said Magers.
The expansion will start at the county line and go to 1417, meeting the existing construction.
Then it will pick back up at US-82 until Loy Lake road.
And while it may be a headache for drivers, commissioners said this project is now or never.
“As bad as construction may or may not be, it’s a heck of a lot better to do it now while there’s green space, as opposed to waiting until we have congestion,” said Magers.
Because one day, the growth will catch up to Grayson County.
“You can manage the growth, or the growth is going to manage you,” said Magers.
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BOSTON, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- If the future were to be categorized in one word, it would be "data-centric". For decades, IC vendors have designed chips that have all functions integrated on the same die; however, scaling monolithic IC becomes more difficult and costly as the industry sees the slowdown of Moore's law. IC vendors have been pushed towards "advanced semiconductor packaging" to meet the world's data needs.
Today, there is an explosion of data at every level and in almost every industry. Every second, the digital world generates 4,000 terabytes of data, and this amount is only expected to go considerably up in the future. Data-rich applications such as machine learning and AI are the key data enablers in a wide range of applications, including data centers, 5G, and autonomous vehicles. A powerful processor is required to run these apps, of which the foundation is an integrated circuit (IC) built on Si.
What is advanced semiconductor packaging?
The semiconductor packaging process plays a key role in semiconductor manufacturing and design. For example, in the IC packaging process, the IC bare die is encapsulated in a supporting case with electrical contacts. The casing protects the IC bare die from physical harm and corrosion and links the IC to a PCB board to other devices. Semiconductor packaging has existed for decades – the first volume production of semiconductor packaging came in in the early 1970s. So, what is new?
As mentioned, due to the slowdown of Moore's law and the increasing cost of manufacturing a monolithic IC, vendors required new design approaches to enable high-performance, cost-effective processors. A new design called a "chiplet" is the key trend going forwards.
The idea behind chiplets is to "split" a monolithic IC into multiple functional blocks, reconstitute the functional blocks into separate chiplets, and then "re-assemble" these at the package level. Ideally, a processor based on chiplet design should have the same or greater performance but lower total production cost than a monolithic IC. Packaging methods, particularly those used to link several chiplets, play a crucial role in chiplet design since they affect the system's performance as a whole. These packaging technologies, including 2.5D IC, 3D IC, and high-density fanout wafer level packaging, are categorized as "advanced semiconductor packaging" and are the subject of IDTechEx's newly released research report "Advanced Semiconductor Packaging 2023-2033". They allow for the merging of multiple chiplets at various process nodes on a single substrate and have small bump sizes to enable higher interconnect densities and higher integration capabilities.
The brand new IDTechEx report includes a detailed examination of the latest innovations in advanced semiconductor packaging technology, key technical trends, analysis across the value chain, major player analysis, and granular market forecasts. Furthermore, this study gives a comprehensive evaluation of the semiconductor industry in general.
Advanced semiconductor packaging serves as a critical foundation for next-generation ICs that will be utilized in four key markets: data centers, 5G, autonomous vehicles, and consumer electronics. IDTechEx leverages its expertise in these sectors to provide the reader with a thorough understanding of how advanced semiconductor packaging is influencing these fields and what the future may hold.
For a further understanding of the overall advanced semiconductor packaging markets, players, technologies, opportunities, and challenges, please refer to the IDTechEx report "Advanced Semiconductor Packaging 2023-2033".
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NEW YORK, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Homology Medicines, Inc. (NASDAQ: FIXX) between June 10, 2019 and February 18, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important May 24, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Homology 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 Homology class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=4851 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 May 24, 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) Homology had overstated the efficacy and risk mitigation regarding HMI-102, which is in Phase I/II pheNIX clinical trial and a gene therapy for the treatment of phenylketonuria (PKU) in adults; (2) accordingly, it was unlikely that Homology would be able to commercialize HMI-102 in its present form; and (3) as a result, defendants' 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.
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El PASO, Texas, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SatisFacts, a national leader in administering independent satisfaction surveys, awarded Hunt Military Communities (HMC) an "excellence" designation for delivering exceptional services to their privatized military housing residents in 2021. This recognition represents scoring in the top percentile for both move-in and work order performance. In addition, all HMC communities received individual awards for satisfaction. Resident surveys were scored on a 5-point scale. Overall, residents gave HMC high satisfaction ratings with their move-in experiences (4.32) and work order experiences (4.67), with a total of 36,725 survey results received.
"We are honored to have received this recognition from our residents for our work in providing high levels of service," said Brian Stann, Hunt Military Communities President and Chief Executive Officer. This designation is a testament to our employees' commitment to our residents on a daily basis. It is also the basis for learning, growing, and continuing to evolve our focus on performance excellence."
The SatisFacts scores serve as a benchmark for gauging performance and are also used to enhance resident satisfaction, retention, and overall resident experience. Hunt Military Communities reviews the survey scores on a monthly basis and uses the feedback to continue making adjustments and improvements.
About Hunt Military Communities
Hunt Military Communities, the largest military housing owner, offers unsurpassed quality and service to more than 165,000 residents in approximately 52,000 homes on Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Army installations across the USA. We do this through our pillars: excellence, accountability, customer commitment, continuous Improvement, and integrity and our 5-Star Service commitment. With a 50-year legacy and a partnership with the Department of Defense, HMC strives to ensure the integrity of our military communities and the families who live there. For more information, visit www.huntmilitarycommunities.com.
About Satisfacts
SatisFacts is the leading provider of resident surveys focusing on multifamily retention and reputation management. Our goal is to create a robust platform to attract, understand and retain renters all through delivering leading-edge technology, data, and unrivaled education. www.satisfacts.com
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Guests may book now at www.caesars.com/sale
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Caesars Palace Las Vegas' 56th anniversary on Aug. 5, Caesars Entertainment unveils Empire Days, a series of premier deals across multiple Caesars Entertainment resorts. Now through Aug. 8, the Company is offering discounts on hotel rooms throughout the U.S. and tickets for Las Vegas residency shows. Guests can also enjoy various specials from Caesars Entertainment's restaurants, pools and spas.
Las Vegas offers
- Guests can receive up to 40 percent off hotel rooms across all Las Vegas resorts.
- Guests seeking show tickets in Las Vegas can receive 25 percent off residency shows from superstar talent including John Legend, Sting, Miranda Lambert, Shania Twain, Jeff Dunham, Rod Stewart and Van Morrison.
- Those looking to relax and recharge may enjoy discounts on spa treatments.
- Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas restaurants have created special menus for Empire Days.
- Pool at Harrah's Las Vegas, GO Pool at Flamingo Las Vegas and Influence, The POOL at The LINQ are offering a Buy One, Get One deal on bottles of Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut Champagne for $250.
- Las Vegas guests who sign up for the Caesars Rewards® program will receive a chance to earn up to $100 in casino play after signing up for a card.
Limited-time offers on resorts across the U.S.
- Guests can receive up to 40 percent off hotel rooms across various Caesars Entertainment destinations, including South Lake Tahoe, Reno, Atlantic City, Kansas City, Mo. and more.
For more information and to book, guests may visit www.caesars.com/sale.
About Caesars Palace
World-renowned Las Vegas resort and a Top 10 "Best U.S. Casino" by USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice, Caesars Palace features 3,980 hotel guest rooms and suites, including the renovated Palace Tower featuring 10 luxury villas, the newly redesigned 182-room Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace and Forbes Star Award-winning The Laurel Collection by Caesars Palace. The 85-acre resort offers diverse dining options from the award-winning Bacchanal Buffet to celebrity chef-branded restaurants, including Gordon Ramsay HELL'S KITCHEN, Pronto by Giada, Amalfi by Bobby Flay, Vanderpump Cocktail Garden by restauranteur and television star Lisa Vanderpump, one of Nobu Matsuhisa's largest Nobu Restaurant and Lounge, Restaurant Guy Savoy, Old Homestead Steakhouse, MR CHOW, award-winning pastry chef Dominique Ansel's first Las Vegas bakery (set to open in 2022), legendary New York Steak House Peter Luger (set to open in 2022), Stanton Social Prime (set to open this winter) and more. For the best in cocktails, destination lounges include Montecristo Cigar Bar, Alto Bar, VISTA Cocktail Lounge and Stadia Bar. The resort also features nearly 130,000 square feet of casino space, the Caesars Race & Sportsbook at Caesars Palace with a 143-foot HD LED screen and state-of-the-art sound, a five-acre Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis, the luxurious Qua Baths & Spa, Hairdreams by Michael Boychuck, five wedding chapels and gardens, and the 75,000-square-foot OMNIA Nightclub with the top DJs such as Steve Aoki. The 4,300-seat Colosseum, Billboard Magazine's "Venue of the Decade: 2000 – 2009" and the top venue of its size 2010 - 2019," spotlights world-class entertainers including Sting, Keith Urban, Rod Stewart and Jerry Seinfeld. The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace showcases more than 160 boutiques and restaurants. Caesars Palace is operated by a subsidiary of Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR). For more information, please visit caesarspalace.com or the Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas media room. Find Caesars Palace on Facebook and follow on Twitter and Instagram. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-522-4700 ©2021, Caesars License Company, LLC.
About Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) is the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since its beginning in Reno, NV, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment, Inc. has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment, Inc.'s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brand names. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. offers diversified gaming, entertainment and hospitality amenities, one-of-a-kind destinations, and a full suite of mobile and online gaming and sports betting experiences. All tied to its industry-leading Caesars Rewards loyalty program, the company focuses on building value with its guests through a unique combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-522-4700. For more information, please visit www.caesars.com/corporate.
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ABINGDON, Va., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In its mission to become its clients' most valuable resource, Concord Wealth Partners (CWP), an Independent Registered Investment Advisory firm, has officially launched its new website www.concordwealthpartners.com
Concord's new website aims to bridge the client and advisor connection gap with a new and improved user experience showcasing its holistic suite of financial services within a sleek, easy-to-navigate digital platform.
Some of the website's new features are:
- Insights Page: A robust financial education and market analysis library authored by Concord's advisors.
- Client Portal & Mobile App: Where clients can access their investments and portfolio activity live, all in one place.
- 15-minute Free Consultation Booking Portal: Visitors can schedule a one-on-one phone call with a real advisor (not a robot) with only two clicks.
- Teams Page: More than just a bio page, each advisor at Concord has their own micro-site displaying their team's expertise, mission, meeting booking platform, original blogs, and social media wall.
- Advisor Page: Where client-centered advisors looking to join the firm can learn more about the benefits of partnering with Concord.
The digital transformation is part of Concord's three-phase expansion plan led by Edge Partners™, an RIA growth strategy firm. Concord launched its growth plan in 2019, starting with rebranding, service and territory expansion, infrastructure optimization, and strategic M&As.
So far, the expansion plan has included partnering with CPA firms, establishing an in-house asset management division, developing robust marketing campaigns, and forming partnerships with like-minded financial advisors in different geographical markets across the U.S., such as Rockville, MD, Charlottesville, VA, and most recently, the Greater Boston area. Since its growth strategy began, Concord has expanded its AUM from $350M in December 2019 to over $800M as of August 2022.
Concord's primary focus is to improve its client's overall experience and financial outcomes through an integrated and institutional quality one-stop financial services powerhouse.
Concord Wealth Partners is a Virginia-based RIA founded in 2002, expanding rapidly throughout the U.S. The family-owned and operated financial advisory firm has six offices. It represents over 800 individuals and small businesses in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Northeast Tennessee, and Greater Boston.
Partnership Contact:
Matt Heitman
203-769-7237
Media Contact:
Silvia Roa-Madan
203-769-7237 Ext. 107
Advisory services are offered through Concord Wealth Partners, LLC ("CWP") and Concord Asset Management, LLC ("CAM"). CWP and CAM are affiliated investment advisers registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Additional Discounts of Up to 25% Off Make Family Vacations Even More Affordable
SANTA CLARITA, Calif., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A Princess cruise is already the best value in travel and the line's new Kids Sail Free offer is offering families even bigger savings on their 2023 vacation plans. The first of its kind offer from Princess can also be paired with discounts of up to 25%, making vacations in the new year even more affordable.
These limited time offers are available on a wide variety of 2023 cruises to the Caribbean, Mexico, the Mediterranean, California Coast, Alaska and Canada/New England, providing an unforgettable opportunity to create a lifetime of memories enjoying Princess' all-ages amenities and activities and visiting some of the world's most spectacular and iconic destinations.
"Kids Sail Free" offer is available for all third and fourth guests and bookable through August 15, 2022. Additional details and general terms about this limited time offer can be found at www.princess.com.
Sample cruise fares, based on double occupancy, with third and fourth guests sailing free in the same stateroom, include:
- Western Caribbean with Mexico on Ruby Princess (Jan. 8, 2023), starting at $449
- Baja Peninsula & Sea of Cortez on Diamond Princess (Jan. 29, 2023), starting at $449
- Classic California Coast on Discovery Princess (March 11, 2023), starting at $599
- Mediterranean with France & Italy on Enchanted Princess (April 15, 2023), starting at $799
- Voyage of the Glaciers (Northbound) on Majestic Princess (May 13, 2023), starting at $499
- Classic Canada & New England on Caribbean Princess (Aug. 4, 2023), starting at $1,099
All Princess sailings offer a variety of family friendly cruise activities, including:
- Discovery at SEA Programs: Through an exclusive partnership with Discovery™, guests can enjoy stargazing on the top deck, activities featuring hit shows such as Shark Week and Finding Bigfoot, and the Encounters with Discovery at SEA speaker series.
- Discovery™, Discovery Family & Animal Planet™ Shore Excursions: Enriching, immersive, once-in-a-lifetime experiences for the whole family, only available through Princess.
- Camp Discovery™ Youth & Teen Clubs: Engaging youth programming and wonder-filled centers designed for the youngest guests:
- Movies Under the Stars®: Throughout the day and night, the exclusive open-air poolside amphitheater is the go-to destination for feature films, thrilling concerts and exciting sporting events such as live football games. Cozy up under a fleece blanket in the comfortable lounger and feast on complimentary fresh-popped popcorn in the evening or delicious cookies and milk during the day.
- Reef Family Splash Zone: The perfect place to relax, have fun and enjoy the water featuring an interactive splash pad, oversized backyard games and mocktails. Only available on Caribbean Princess.
Additional information about cruise activities for the whole family can be found at www.princess.com/ships-and-experience/onboard-experience/kids-and-teens/.
"Kids Sail Free" runs from July 15, 2022 to August 15, 2022, and is available to residents 21 years of age and older of the United States & D.C., Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico and Bermuda. "Kids Sail Free" offer excludes taxes, fees, and port expenses ("TFPE") and deposit. First or second guest in stateroom will be responsible for all TFPE associated with free guest, as well as any other charges or expenses for such guest, and shall be responsible for their own prevailing cruise rates. Offer applies only to the third or fourth guests booked in the same stateroom as the first and second guests. There is no guarantee of availability at time of booking.
More information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com.
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is the world's leading international premium cruise line and tour company operating a fleet of 15 modern cruise ships, carrying millions of guests each year to 330 destinations around the globe, including the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. A team of professional destination experts have curated 170 itineraries, ranging in length from three to 111 days and Princess Cruises is continuously recognized as "Best Cruise Line for Itineraries." In 2017 Princess Cruises, with parent company Carnival Corporation, introduced MedallionClass Vacations enabled by the Medallion device, the vacation industry's most advanced wearable device, provided free to each guest sailing on a MedallionClass ship. The award-winning innovation offers the fastest way to an effortless personalized vacation, giving guests more time to do the things they love most. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).
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NEW YORK (AP) — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is suingTransUnion and one of its long-time executives alleging that the credit company completely “disregarded” a previous order from five years ago to stop selling dubious credit-related products and marketing.
TransUnion entered into an agreement with the CFPB in 2017, agreeing to pay $13.9 million in restitution and $3 million in civil penalties, saying it would stop trying to sell customers credit monitoring subscription products and would provide an clear way for a customer to cancel a subscription if they no longer wanted it.
Instead of taking actions to stop these practices, the CFPB alleged Tuesday that TransUnion executive John Danaher looked for ways to keep the subscription revenues flowing. This included keeping a vague “checkbox” on the TransUnion website that signed customers up for products that they may not have wanted. This often happened when a customer used annualcreditreport.com, the Federal Government’s portal that gives every American access to their credit report from each of the bureaus free once a year.
The CFPB says that roughly 18% of TransUnion’s annual revenue came from these services, which means it would have been a substantial hit to the Chicago company’s bottom line if it were to stop the program entirely.
“TransUnion is an out-of-control repeat offender that believes it is above the law,” CFPB Director Rohit Chopra said. “I am concerned that TransUnion’s leadership is either unwilling or incapable of operating its businesses lawfully.”
In a prepared statement TransUnion called the CFPB’s lawsuit “meritless” and said that the CFPB refused to meet with TransUnion to resolve this matter in the weeks and months leading up to the suit.
“We have been in compliance with our obligations and we remain in compliance with the consent order today,” the company said.
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Mystery rocket crashes into moon, leaving a double crater
Published: Jun. 27, 2022 at 9:58 AM EDT|Updated: 38 minutes ago
(CNN) - NASA is trying to figure out where the rocket that crashed on the moon came from.
NASA says astronomers noticed the rocket on a collision course with the moon last year. It crashed March 4 and left a double crater.
At least 37 NASA rocket bodies have created “spacecraft impacts” on the moon, according to 2016 data from Arizona State University. This is the first time, however, that a rocket caused two craters on the moon.
NASA says two large masses on each end of the rocket may have caused the two craters.
So far, no country has taken responsibility for the rocket.
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Record-breaking airline delays have government officials facing pressure for solutions
The Department of Transportation unveiled a new tool to help travelers ahead of Labor Day weekend. But state attorneys general say the department isn’t doing enough.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - More than 4,000 flights were delayed last week as travelers returned from Labor Day weekend, continuing the trend of record-breaking airline issues in 2022. Now, the Department of Transportation is under pressure to get airlines back on track.
The Department of Transportation unveiled a new online tool ahead of the weekend, working with 10 airlines on a dashboard to let you know what your airline can do for you if you’re hit with a cancellation or delay.
The airline delays and hundreds of cancellations over Labor Day weekend put the new government tool for travelers to the test. Americans facing airline problems could check the DOT website for what benefits they’re entitled to: from hotels, to meals, to rescheduled flights. At least eight of the 10 major airlines now guarantee most or all of this compensation.
“These are wins for the American public,” said Carlos Monje, the Undersecretary for Transportation Policy at the Department of Transportation. Monje said the airline industry is still in recovery from the pandemic, among other issues like staff shortages.
“Airlines are operating with a certain degree of slack in their system.” He said.
Attorney General Mark Brnovich (R-Ariz.) said DOT isn’t doing enough to help travelers.
“I just think that there is a complete lack of not only respect, but there’s there’s a mistreatment of consumers,” Brnovich said.
Brnovich is leading a bipartisan group of 38 state attorneys general, asking Congress to give them the power to respond to consumer airline complaints instead of DOT.
“The state AGs should have the ability to do what they do with any other industry,” Brnovich said. “And that is hold them accountable to consumers.”
The Washington News Bureau asked the Department of Transportation about the letter—they said it’s up to Congress to decide.
To find the new dashboard, visit the website here.
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