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Florida Sheriff’s Association honors 30 fallen deputies
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Hundreds of law enforcement officers from across Florida’s 67 counties gathered Monday morning to honor their fallen brothers and sisters in uniform.
The Florida Sheriff’s Association held its annual memorial ceremony at the FSA memorial wall, commemorating those 30 deputies that died in the line of duty in 2021.
According to FSA President and Levy County Sheriff Bobby McCallum, it’s been a tragic two years for law enforcement. He says deputies already risk their lives every day when responding to calls, not really knowing what they’re going to encounter when they arrive. However, he says an already difficult job became even more challenging when the pandemic hit.
“It’s terrible. I mean obviously, it’s terrible anytime anyone loses their life. But to have that many across our state and across our 67 counties in the state. It’s been a tragic 2021 and 2020 before that as well,” said Sheriff McCallum.
In a program distributed to every attendee, all 30 deputies were named, along with their department. Twenty-three out of the 30 deputies listed died from COVID-19, including a deputy from Leon County.
“I had one of my deputies, Michael Nowak, who was taken from us through COVID. People don’t realize that law enforcement, corrections officers, have to work right through all of those pandemic-kind of outbreaks,” said Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil.
Sheriff McNeil and Sheriff McCallum both said the memorial ceremony is a sad time. One to acknowledge the men and women that gave their lives trying to protect their community and the family members they left behind while doing it. However, Sheriff McCallum says the ceremony, and etching the fallen deputies’ names on the memorial wall is a sign of gratitude and a chance to remember those that are gone for their bravery.
Officials say there were nearly 600 people registered to attend the event, including deputies from across the state, family members and friends of the fallen deputies and state leaders. Each family was presented with a plaque for their fallen loved one and a representative from every sheriff’s office joined them to honor their fallen deputy.
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- Sets interim targets of 1 GW solar by 2025 and net zero for operations by 2030
- Builds on company's leadership in green building, solar and more
- Publishes 2021-22 ESG Report
SAN FRANCISCO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Prologis (NYSE: PLD), the global leader in logistics real estate, today announced its commitment to achieve net zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. The company also released its annual environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance report.
"Prologis has always been ambitious in our sustainability efforts, and our new net zero goal is no exception," said Prologis Co-founder, CEO and Chairman Hamid R. Moghadam. "We're proud of the support we're providing our customers in achieving their sustainability goals. Prologis continues to be an industry leader in finding innovative ways to decarbonize our operations."
The company has been carbon neutral for its scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2019. Its 2040 goal encompasses scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions and includes several interim targets to support its progress. These include:
- 1 GW of solar generation capacity (supported by storage) by 2025
- Carbon neutral construction by 2025
- Net zero for operations by 2030
The company has submitted a letter of commitment regarding its net zero goal to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for validation. In addition, Prologis has committed to partnering with leading external groups to drive decarbonization across the industry value chain, including sustainable building materials innovation.
Prologis works closely with its customers to understand their environmental goals and programs. The company has been investing in energy-related lines of business, including EV charging and onsite solar, as additional value-add services for its customers. Prologis currently has approximately 200 EV charging stations and 325 MW of rooftop solar (as of April 2022).
"We are putting our 1 billion square foot portfolio to good use for our customers every day," said Prologis Chief Energy and Sustainability Officer Susan Uthayakumar. "Prologis is working with our customers to develop and implement advanced energy and climate solutions. These actions will enable us to deliver on our commitment to net zero ten years ahead of the target set by the Paris Accord."
In its 2021-22 ESG report, the company outlines its progress toward its environmental, social and governance goals. Highlights include:
- Became the first logistics REIT with an approved SBTi emissions reduction target in 2018
- Issued 16 green bonds between 2018-2021, and its global line of credit and additional lines of credit are linked to sustainability metrics
- Achieved 325 MW of solar generation capacity as of April 30, 2022
- Installed LED lighting across 57% of the company's portfolio
- Trained 13,000 people in logistics through the Prologis Community Workforce Initiative since 2018 (goal: train 25,000 people by 2025)
- Achieved employee engagement score of 88% (12 points above financial services sector average)
- Separated ESG metrics into a standalone category on the company's bonus scorecard. ESG now represents 10% of the bonus scorecard, a percentage similar to that of other core business functions
- Invested $150 million in nearly 40 companies through Prologis Ventures since 2016, including those focused on innovation in ESG and sustainability. Investments include technology to reduce food waste in grocery delivery systems, software to calculate GHG emissions associated with third-party shipments, and solutions for workforce safety and productivity
The full report and an executive summary are available at https://prolo.gs/esg2022.
Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate with a focus on high-barrier, high-growth markets. As of March 31, 2022, the company owned or had investments in, on a wholly owned basis or through co-investment ventures, properties and development projects expected to total approximately 1.0 billion square feet (93 million square meters) in 19 countries. Prologis leases modern logistics facilities to a diverse base of approximately 5,800 customers principally across two major categories: business-to-business and retail/online fulfillment.
The statements in this document that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which we operate as well as management's beliefs and assumptions. Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact our financial results. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," and "estimates," including variations of such words and similar expressions, are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature. All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, development activity, contribution and disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt, capital structure and financial position, our ability to form new co-investment ventures and the availability of capital in existing or new co-investment ventures — are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and, therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic and political climates; (ii) changes in global financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates; (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties; (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties; (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust status, tax structuring and changes in income tax laws and rates; (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings; (vii) risks related to our investments in our co-investment ventures, including our ability to establish new co-investment ventures; (viii) risks of doing business internationally, including currency risks; (ix) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters; (x) risks related to the current coronavirus pandemic; and (xi) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission by us under the heading "Risk Factors." We undertake no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this document except as may be required by law.
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BOGOTÁ, Colombia, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecopetrol S.A. (BVC: ECOPETROL; NYSE: EC) announces that on Tuesday May 10th, 2022, after market close, it will release its financial and operating results for the first quarter 2022.
On Wednesday, May 11th, 2022, Ecopetrol's senior management will host two conference calls to review the results, one in Spanish and the other in English. Please find below the timing, dial-in and links to access the conferences:
To ask a question, you will need to access the conference through the telephone lines specified at the top of this release.
Participants from different countries may search for different international numbers to the ones mentioned above by consulting the list at the end of this release.
The earnings release, slide presentation, live webcast and recording of the conference call will be available on Ecopetrol's website: www.ecopetrol.com.co.
Please verify in advance the proper operation of the webcast in your browser. We recommend the use of the latest versions of Internet Explorer, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox.
Ecopetrol is the largest company in Colombia and one of the main integrated energy companies in the American continent, with more than 17,000 employees. In Colombia, it is responsible for more than 60% of the hydrocarbon production of most transportation, logistics, and hydrocarbon refining systems, and it holds leading positions in the petrochemicals and gas distribution segments. With the acquisition of 51.4% of ISA's shares, the company participates in energy transmission, the management of real-time systems (XM), and the Barranquilla - Cartagena coastal highway concession. At the international level, Ecopetrol has a stake in strategic basins in the American continent, with Drilling and Exploration operations in the United States (Permian basin and the Gulf of Mexico), Brazil, and Mexico, and, through ISA and its subsidiaries, Ecopetrol holds leading positions in the power transmission business in Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Bolivia, road concessions in Chile, and the telecommunications sector. This press release contains business prospect statements, operating and financial result estimates, and statements related to Ecopetrol's growth prospects. These are all projections and, as such, they are based solely on the expectations of the managers regarding the future of the company and their continued access to capital to finance the company's business plan. The realization of said estimates in the future depends on the behavior of market conditions, regulations, competition, the performance of the Colombian economy and the industry, among other factors, and are consequently subject to change without prior notice.
This release contains statements that may be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All forward-looking statements, whether made in this release or in future filings or press releases or orally, address matters that involve risks and uncertainties, including in respect of the Company's prospects for growth and its ongoing access to capital to fund the Company's business plan, among others. Consequently, changes in the following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those included in the forward-looking statements: market prices of oil & gas, our exploration, and production activities, market conditions, applicable regulations, the exchange rate, the Company's competitiveness and the performance of Colombia's economy and industry, to mention a few. We do not intend and do not assume any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
For further details, please contact:
Head of Capital Markets
Tatiana Uribe Benninghoff
Correo electrónico: investors@ecopetrol.com.co
Media Engagement (Colombia)
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Contentful research reveals 85% of developers and digital marketers would leave a job or consider doing so based on dissatisfaction with the software and tools at their job
BERLIN and DENVER and SAN FRANCISCO, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Contentful, the leading content platform for digital-first businesses, today released a research report that found when it comes to digital builders - developers and digital marketers - the technology a company uses is essential to attract and retain top talent. The report is based on a survey of developers and digital marketers in the U.S.
Contentful's Digital Builder report reveals that an overwhelming majority – 85% – said they would leave a job or consider doing so based on dissatisfaction with the software and tools they have to use in their job. Providing employees with the right technology in order to improve job satisfaction can help ensure the retention of high-performing employees. And when it comes to hiring, a clear majority (70%) of digital builders said the technology a company uses is "very important" to their decision to take a job. As the Great Resignation evolves into the Great Reshuffle, the technology a company uses could have a significant impact on whether they win or lose in the talent war.
"In today's digital-first economy, delivering exceptional digital experiences to customers is an imperative for winning companies," said Steve Sloan, CEO of Contentful. "Our survey shows that adopting the best software and tools will help attract, engage and enable the best developers and digital marketers who create those compelling customer experiences."
According to the report, a majority of digital builders (58%) would prefer to spend their time at work innovating - finding better ways to do things and solving problems. However, 94% of digital builders responded that their ability to be creative and innovative in their work is limited by the technology they have available to accomplish their work. The report highlights how much innovation is reliant on technology with the following findings:
- Innovation takes time, yet 61% of digital builders spend more than half of theirs on administrative tasks as opposed to creative work.
- If given the chance to choose their own software to get their jobs done and remove technology-imposed limitations, digital builders would prioritize three factors: 1. speed, 2. functionality, and 3. flexibility.
Contentful's report reveals that for digital builders, access to the best tools demonstrates that their employers care about their happiness:
- Two-thirds (66%) of digital builders indicated that the software they use impacts their job satisfaction "a lot."
- Another two-thirds (65%) said that the software and tools their company gives them to work with is a direct reflection of how they value them as an employee.
Contentful's report also highlights that technology can determine whether digital builders are excited or demotivated by ambitious goals:
- Over three-quarters (78%) of digital builders believe their company needs to adopt new technology to enable employees to deliver against the company's ambitious goals. Employee skill sets need to be augmented by technological capabilities to keep pace with growth expectations.
- Digital builders' top three priorities for choosing software – speed, functionality, and flexibility – align with their preference for API-first tools. 81% of builders who primarily work with API-first services say their companies release new products "fast" or "super fast."
"Talented employees want to be positioned to do their best work, grow in their roles and expand their skill sets," Sloan added. "Leaders can create an environment of growth by giving them the best technology to accelerate their creativity and innovation, not slow it down."
The full report can be viewed HERE.
Contentful, the leading content platform for digital-first business, helps over 30% of the Fortune 500 and thousands of brands around the world create and manage digital experiences for their customers across any channel. It enables greater speed and scale than traditional CMS solutions. Contentful unifies content in a single hub, structures it for use in any digital channel, and integrates seamlessly with hundreds of other tools through open APIs. Companies such as Siemens, Plaid, GoodRX, Intercom, Notion, Staples and many others rely on Contentful's platform. For more information, visit https://www.contentful.com/.
Findings based on a survey of 439 digital builders (231 developers; 208 digital marketers), conducted in the United States in March 2022. Survey conducted by PureSpectrum on behalf of Contentful.
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Capitol Hill reacts to President Biden’s COVID-19 announcement
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - President Joe Biden said he is doing well after the White House announced on Thursday that he tested positive for COVID-19.
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill extended well-wishes on social media.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) tweeted, “I’m wishing President Biden a quick recovery! And I’m encouraging every American to get vaccinated and boosted if you’re not already.”
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) tweeted, “I was sorry to hear that President Biden has tested positive for COVID-19. Wishing him a speedy recovery.”
During a Thursday afternoon update on the president’s condition, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre said that President Biden will isolate and work at the White House.
Jean Pierre said, “President Biden is currently experiencing mild symptoms, mostly a runny nose and fatigue, with an occasional dry cough which started yesterday [Wednesday] evening.”
Dr. Ashish Jha, the White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator, told reporters, “He [President Biden] is breathing well, his oxygen level is normal.”
President Biden was scheduled to travel to Pennsylvania on Thursday, but the White House confirmed travel was cancelled after the president’s positive COVID test. Late Thursday afternoon, the president tweeted a video.
“Hey folks, I guess you heard. This morning I tested positive for Covid,” President Biden said. “But I’m doing well, getting a lot of work done, going to continue getting it done, and in the meantime thanks for your concern and keep the faith, it’s going to be okay.”
Back on Capitol Hill, Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.), a gastroenterologist, expressed concern.
Cassidy said, “Of course I’m concerned. I know he’s been vaccinated and been boosted, and so that’s going to decrease his risk for having a severe complication. But as a physician, I also recognize that being 79 years old and perhaps a little frail makes him at greater risk for complications.”
The White House says President Biden is taking Paxlovid, an antiviral medication developed to reduce Covid symptoms. According to the Centers for Disease Control, Paxlovid is meant for high risk people which it says includes those 65 and older, or who are immunocompromised. Clinical trials showed the drug reduces the risk of hospitalization and death by 89 percent.
Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) told Gray Television’s Washington News Bureau that he hopes President Biden has a quick recovery.
Scott said, “I’m sure the president will get the best care. And I hope... it’s not a long term problem.”
The White House said the president will isolate for the next five days. First Lady Jill Biden tested negative for COVID on Thursday, and the White House tells Gray Television that her daily schedule has not changed.
The White House also said it is working on a search for those President Biden had close contact with. The president traveled to Massachusetts on Wednesday and was seen in close contact with Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey. The senators did not respond to our request for comment before our deadline.
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- Ally commits to reaching equal media spend in men's and women's sports advertising within five years
- Honoring Title IX's 50th anniversary, new "Watch the Game, Change the Game" initiative focuses on rallying viewership of women's sports to increase primetime coverage
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a broader mission to promote equity in women's sports, Ally (NYSE: ALLY) has committed to reach equal spending in paid advertising across women's and men's sports programming over the next five years. In addition, to mark the 50th anniversary of Title IX, Ally will turn its 50/50 media spend pledge into action by launching "Watch the Game, Change the Game," a new national advocacy initiative spanning broadcast, digital and social media channels aimed at rallying viewership of women's competitions.
Fifty years ago, Title IX opened the door for women athletes, many of whom developed into strong leaders on and off the field. Research shows a strong correlation between sports and women's success as business leaders: 94% of women executives have a background in sports, with over half having played at university levels, according to reports by EY and espnW. Decades later, despite record-breaking viewership domestically and internationally, women's sports are still woefully underrepresented in media.
"We know investing in women's sports offers outsized returns for our business when it comes to growing brand affinity and love, and the push for equity and parity in sports elevates all of us," said Andrea Brimmer, chief marketing and public relations officer for Ally. "We believe these world-class athletes deserve platforms to showcase their talents, and we are making this commitment to increase representation and inspire the next generation of business leaders."
"Watch the Game, Change the Game" will support the drive for equity with a new TV spot and marketing campaign featuring real female athletes at the top of their game, rally scarves for fans to show their support, and takeovers of field signage at National Women's Soccer League and Women's International Champions Cup games.
This initiative is intended to act as a call to action because Ally believes that more representation in media will help create long-term sustainability for women's sports and drive fandom, followership, and deepened engagement with core audiences for the brands that invest.
"We want to create change, and our pledge is an example of putting actions over words, and we hope other brands follow," added Brimmer.
For more information on "Watch the Game, Change the Game," visit watchtochange.com.
About Ally Financial
Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) is a digital financial services company committed to its promise to "Do It Right" for its consumer, commercial and corporate customers. Ally is composed of an industry-leading independent auto finance and insurance operation, an award-winning digital direct bank (Ally Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender, which offers mortgage lending, point-of-sale personal lending, and a variety of deposit and other banking products), a consumer credit card business, a corporate finance business for equity sponsors and middle-market companies, and securities brokerage and investment advisory services. Our brand conviction is that we are all better off with an ally, and our focus is on helping our customers achieve their strongest financial well-being, a notion personalized to what is important to them. For more information, please visit www.ally.com and follow @allyfinancial.
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LONDON — British officials say the line for people to view Queen Elizabeth II lying in state had reached “final capacity” and had to be closed to new entrants.
“Please do not attempt to join the queue,” the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport said in a tweet late Sunday.
Hundreds of thousands of people have waited for up to 12 hours in a miles-long line through central London in the past four days for a chance to file past the queen’s coffin at Westminster Hall in the Houses of Parliament.
The lying in state ends Monday morning, when the queen’s coffin will be taken to nearby Westminster Abbey for her state funeral service.
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KEY DEVELOPMENTS:
— Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II is huge security challenge
— World leaders head to London for Queen Elizabeth II funeral
— Royal lying in state rituals endure despite changing times
— Queen paved the way for transition to Charles in final years
— Chinese factory churns out British flags after queen’s death
— Find more AP coverage here
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OTHER DEVELOPMENTS:
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LONDON — King Charles III has issued a message of thanks to people in the U.K. and around the world, saying he and his wife Camilla, the queen consort, have been “moved beyond measure” by the large numbers of people who have turned out to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II.
“In London, Edinburgh, Hillsborough and Cardiff we were moved beyond measure by everyone who took the trouble to come and pay their respects to the lifelong service of my dear mother, the late queen,” Charles said in a message issued Sunday by Buckingham Palace.
“As we all prepare to say our last farewell, I wanted simply to take this opportunity to say thank you to all those countless people who have been such a support and comfort to my family and myself in this time of grief,” he added.
On Monday, Charles and other royals will join some 2,000 people including hundreds of world leaders and dignitaries at Westminster Abbey for the queen’s state funeral service.
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LONDON — People across Britain have paused for minute of silence in memory of Queen Elizabeth II on the eve of her funeral.
The government had encouraged people to spend a minute in reflection, either at home, with neighbors or in locally organized ceremonies.
In Westminster Hall, where the queen is lying in state, the line of mourners halted for 60 seconds.
The queen is due to be laid to rest at Windsor Castle on Monday after a state funeral at Westminster Abbey in London attended by royalty, heads of state and dignitaries from around the world.
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LONDON — U.S. President Joe Biden has joined world leaders and dignitaries at Buckingham Palace for a reception hosted by King Charles III.
Biden and first lady Jill Biden arrived in their presidential car Sunday among a convoy of vehicles, while dozens of world leaders arrived in groups by bus.
Among them were New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Irish President Michael D. Higgins and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro also joined dozens of other guests at the reception.
World leaders have flown into London to attend Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral service on Monday.
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LONDON — Ukraine’s first lady, Olena Zelenska, has appeared at London’s Westminster Hall to pay her respects to Queen Elizabeth II.
British royal officials said Zelenska also met with Catherine, the Princess of Wales, at Buckingham Palace on Sunday afternoon. They did not release further details.
World leaders including U.S. President Joe Biden have flown into London to attend the queen’s funeral service on Monday.
Zelenska is expected to join some 2,000 dignitaries and guests in Westminster Abbey for the service. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is not expected to attend as the war in Ukraine continues.
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LONDON — U.S. President Joe Biden called Queen Elizabeth II “decent” and “honorable” as he signed a condolence book Sunday, saying his heart went out to the royal family.
The president and first lady are in London to pay their respects to the queen, who is lying in state at Westminster Hall.
Biden sat down at a simple table draped in blue with a framed photo of the queen and bouquet of white flowers and wrote a note in the book before speaking briefly.
He said the queen treated people with dignity.
Jill Biden signed the book specific for spouses and ambassadors at a similar table in a different room of Lancaster House.
“Queen Elizabeth lived her life for the people,” Jill Biden wrote. “She served with wisdom and grace. We will never forget her warmth, kindness and the conversations we shared.”
The president and first lady are among hundreds of world leaders in London for the queen’s funeral Monday. Elizabeth died Sept. 8 at age 96, and hundreds of thousands of people have waited in long lines to pay respects to the UK’s longest-reigning monarch.
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LONDON — U.S. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden are paying their respects to Queen Elizabeth II.
Biden traveled to Westminster Hall in London where the queen is lying in state. He made the sign of the cross Sunday and put his hand to his heart as he stood quietly near the casket. The Bidens were joined by U.S. Ambassador Jane Hartley.
Biden was also expected to sign the official condolence book and attend a reception Sunday at Buckingham Palace hosted by King Charles III before attending the state funeral at Westminster Abbey on Monday. He is one of hundreds of world leaders in town to pay their respects to the queen, who died Sept. 8 at 96 after 70 years on the throne.
Hundreds of thousands of other mourners have waited for hours in a queue to walk past the queen’s casket.
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WINDSOR, England — Thousands of people made their way to Windsor Castle on Sunday, a day before the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, to lay flowers at the gates of what will be her final resting place.
Many feared the crowds on Monday would prohibit them from paying their last respects at the palace gates, where bouquets had piled up.
Police officers were dotted along the route along the Long Walk, a 3-mile (5-kilometer) avenue where a walking funeral procession will be held before the queen is laid to rest in St. George’s Chapel.
Mourners went through an security check before entering the premises. More are expected to come after the national silence is observed at 8 p.m. on Sunday. Mourners have been told not to bring tents or gazebos, only chairs and blankets. Stalls have opened along the road, selling food and refreshments.
Steve Beeson had come with his family of three and was unwrapping the plastic off his bouquet of flowers for the queen, following a strict rule by organizers.
The queen “was the only head of state we have ever known, all our lives,” he said. “She has been a constant steadying of the reigns for the country through all of these really rough times, the least we can do is come and say ‘Thank you.’”
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LONDON — Prince Andrew has paid tribute to his mother Queen Elizabeth II, saying he will forever treasure “your love for a son, your compassion, your care, your confidence.”
Addressing the late monarch as “Mummy, Mother, Your Majesty,” Andrew said “it has been an honor and privilege to serve you.”
Andrew, 62, said “I have found your knowledge and wisdom infinite,” adding: “I will miss your insights, advice and humor.”
Andrew, the third of the queen’s four children, has been relieved of official royal duties and stripped of his honorary military titles over his friendship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Last year he reached a multimillion-dollar settlement with a woman who says she was trafficked by Epstein and filed a U.S. lawsuit accusing the prince of sexual assault when she was 17. Andrew denies the allegations.
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LONDON — London’s transport authority says it is preparing for around 1 million people to visit the British capital Monday for Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral.
Transport for London chief Andy Byford said Sunday the capital has seen “huge numbers of additional passengers” since the queen died on Sept. 8. But he said demand will “reach a climax” on Monday.
Across the country some 250 extra train services will run, including some overnight trains. Peter Hendy, chairman of Network Rail, said Monday will see the “biggest public transport operation since the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.”
More than 100 Heathrow Airport flights will be canceled to prevent aircraft noise disturbing the funeral at Westminster Abbey Monday morning and the queen’s committal service at Windsor Castle afterward.
The west London airport said 15% of its 1,200 flights due to take off or land on Monday will be disrupted.
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LONDON — The wife of King Charles III is paying homage to the late Queen Elizabeth II and her strength as a woman in a world dominated by male leaders for much of her 70-year reign.
In a video message being broadcast Sunday night, Queen Consort Camilla says: “It must have been so difficult for her being a solitary woman.”
She adds: “There weren’t women prime ministers or presidents. She was the only one, so I think she carved her own role.”
The late queen, who died Sept. 8 aged 96, ended years of debate about Camilla’s title when she said on the eve of her Platinum Jubilee earlier this year that it was her “sincere wish” that Camilla, then the Duchess of Cornwall, be known as queen consort when her eldest son became king.
In a personal reflection on her time with the queen, Camilla says: “She’s got those wonderful blue eyes, that when she smiles they light up her whole face.”
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LONDON — London Police say they have charged a man who is accused of lunging at Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin as it lay in state at the Houses of Parliament with a public order offense.
The Metropolitan Police say in a statement that Muhammad Khan, a 28-year-old from east London, is charged with behavior intended to “cause alarm, harassment or distress.”
Tracey Holland told Sky News that her 7-year-old niece was pushed out of the way by a man who tried to “run up to the coffin, lift up the standard and try to do I don’t know what.” She said police detained the man in “two seconds.”
Khan is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Monday – the day of the queen’s state funeral. | https://cw33.com/news/ap-top-headlines/ap-live-updates-charles-wife-pays-tribute-to-the-late-queen/ | 2022-09-18T22:46:29Z |
President Biden will address a summit on Thursday aimed at combating “hate-fueled violence” as the White House and technology platforms announce actions intended to prevent and respond to acts of religious and racial intolerance.
Biden will host dozens of elected officials from both parties, as well as community activists and individuals who survived or lost loved ones in mass shootings and other hate-motivated acts of violence at the “United We Stand” summit, a senior administration official told reporters.
The White House said in a fact sheet that technology companies like YouTube, Twitch, Microsoft and Meta will announce new actions on their platforms to prevent hate-fueled violence, responding to concerns about mass shooters who are radicalized on the internet.
“The summit will put forward a shared vision for a more united America, demonstrating that the vast majority of Americans agree that there is no place for hate-fueled violence in our country, and that when Americans stand united to renew civic bonds and heal divides, we can help prevent acts of hate and violence,” the White House said in a fact sheet previewing the event.
Federal agencies will announce new steps to improve resources available to schools, law enforcement agencies, museums and libraries to respond to hate-fueled violence, the White House said.
The summit will also feature the launch of a bipartisan initiative led by former White House officials who served in both Democratic and Republican administrations to foster dialogues in communities across the country.
A senior administration official said Biden’s message to the summit would be that “we are more united than we are divided,” and Americans must work together to stop acts of hate.
A senior administration official noted that the threat of hate-fueled violence, which can include white supremacist groups and religious intolerance, is of personal importance to Biden. The president frequently cites the 2017 white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Va., and then-President Trump’s response, as a turning point in his decision to run for the White House.
The official pointed to the signing of a bill last year called the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act intended to improve hate crime tracking and reporting in response to a spike in anti-Asian American sentiment during the pandemic as further proof of Biden’s focus on the issue.
The country has seen a wave of hate-fueled crimes in recent years: A mass shooting at an Orlando LGBTQ nightclub in 2016; a mass shooting at a synagogue in Pittsburgh in 2018; a mass shooting at a grocery store in an African American neighborhood in Buffalo earlier this year; and a string of crimes targeting Asian Americans during the pandemic. | https://cw33.com/hill-politics/white-house-to-announce-actions-targeting-hate-fueled-violence-at-summit/ | 2022-09-15T15:02:56Z |
Extends designation as Official Marketing Partner of the PGA TOUR
ATLANTA, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The PGA TOUR today announced that Southern Company has renewed its relationship as Proud Partner of the TOUR Championship in an agreement that extends through the 2027 tournament. Southern Company remains alongside The Coca-Cola Company and new addition Accenture as the three Proud Partners of the PGA TOUR's season finale, which returns to Atlanta and historic East Lake Golf Club, August 24-28, to crown the season's FedExCup champion.
Southern Company enters its seventh year as a Proud Partner of the TOUR Championship and has supported the event since its first playing at East Lake Golf Club in 1998. Fueled by its passion for the East Lake Foundation, Drew Charter School and First Tee – Metro Atlanta, Southern Company has played an integral role in the tournament's all-time charitable contribution of more than $42 million. As a company that calls Atlanta home, Southern Company's reinforced partnership with the TOUR Championship further solidifies the event's commitment to the city and East Lake Golf Club.
As part of the agreement, Southern Company also maintains its designation as Official Marketing Partner of the PGA TOUR.
"Southern Company has been integral to the success of the TOUR Championship and its ability to give back to the local Atlanta community, but their involvement goes far beyond the season finale from its sponsorship of the illustrious Payne Stewart Award to its longstanding support of First Tee and its annual impact on youth around the country," said Brian Oliver, PGA TOUR Executive Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Partnerships. "We are grateful for Southern Company's continued commitment to the PGA TOUR and look forward to building on what has been a successful partnership."
Each year, on Tuesday evening of the TOUR Championship, Southern Company presents the PGA TOUR's annual Payne Stewart Award, which is given to a player who best exemplifies character, charity and sportsmanship, the traits that best defined the late 11-time PGA TOUR winner. Through the Payne Stewart Award, Southern Company provides a $500,000 grant, with $200,000 going to charities connected to the Stewart family and $300,000 designated by the recipient. To date, the company has contributed $8.9 million to community charities in honor of Payne Stewart and those individuals receiving his namesake award.
Tomorrow evening, Southern Company and the PGA TOUR will honor 2022 recipient Billy Andrade, who stands as the 25th PGA TOUR player to receive the award since it was first awarded in 2000. The Payne Stewart Award Ceremony will be broadcast live on Golf Channel from 7-8 p.m. from the Southern Exchange in downtown Atlanta.
To further acknowledge those who have made indelible impacts on the game, Southern Company partnered with the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2021 to create the Charles Sifford Award presented by Southern Company, which honors an individual who personifies legendary African American golfer Charles Sifford's groundbreaking achievements through perseverance, confidence, respect and adaptability. Renee Powell was recognized as the inaugural recipient of the Charles Sifford Award as part of the World Golf Hall of Fame's 2022 induction ceremony on March 9. Powell – the second African American woman to ever compete on the LPGA Tour – demonstrated resilience amidst her own obstacles of racial adversity and segregation and dedicated her life to making golf a sport for all.
"Across Southern Company, we are committed to being bigger than our bottom line through a set of values and actions that create an environment where those we serve are better off because we are there," said Bryan Anderson, executive vice president and president of external affairs for Southern Company. "Our decades-long association with PGA TOUR and the Payne Stewart Award allows us to make lasting, positive impacts within our communities. We deeply value our partnership with the PGA TOUR and look forward to many more years of generating good energy into education, health and wellness, neighborhood revitalization, and other worthy causes that meet the needs of our communities."
In addition to its impact and involvement in the professional game, Southern Company has been the Education Patron of First Tee since 2012. Through their support, more than 1,400 schools have received the First Tee School Programs reaching more than 700,000 students on an annual basis. Additionally, more than 1,800 educators have received professional development training to deliver the programming.
Southern Company has also provided strong financial support to national chapters of First Tee and have supported efforts around Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as well as significant technology enhancements.
For more information about the TOUR Championship, please visit TOURChampionship.com. Fans are encouraged to follow the TOUR Championship on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for tournament updates.
About the TOUR Championship
The top 30 players in FedExCup standings after the BMW Championship qualify for the 2022 TOUR Championship, the finale of the FedExCup Playoffs, and will be awarded starting strokes for round one based on their position. The player with the lowest stroke total including starting strokes in the TOUR Championship after 72 holes of competition will be named winner of the FedExCup and will be awarded an official PGA TOUR victory. The TOUR Championship is annually contested at Atlanta's renowned East Lake Golf Club, the formative home of the legendary Bobby Jones. The 2022 tournament will be played Aug. 24-28. The tournament has raised more than $42 million in charitable funds since 1998 and proudly supports the East Lake Foundation; Focused Community Strategies; the Grove Park Foundation; Purpose Built Schools Atlanta; and First Tee – Metro Atlanta. Accenture, The Coca-Cola Company and Southern Company are the exclusive Proud Partners of the TOUR Championship.
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a net-zero future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Fortune's "World's Most Admired Companies" list, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
About Accenture
Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Interactive, Technology and Operations services — all powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 699,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at accenture.com.
About The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands and nearly 3,900 beverage choices. Led by Coca-Cola, one of the world's most valuable and recognizable brands, our company's portfolio features 21 billion-dollar brands, 19 of which are available in reduced-, low- or no-calorie options. These brands include Diet Coke, Coca-Cola Zero, Fanta, Sprite, Dasani, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid, Simply, Del Valle, Georgia and Gold Peak. Through the world's largest beverage distribution system, we are the No. 1 provider of both sparkling and still beverages. More than 1.9 billion servings of our beverages are enjoyed by consumers in more than 200 countries each day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our company is focused on initiatives that reduce our environmental footprint, create a safe, inclusive work environment for our associates, and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate. Together with our bottling partners, we rank among the world's top 10 private employers with more than 700,000 system associates. For more information, visit Coca-Cola Journey at www.coca-colacompany.com, follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/CocaColaCo, visit our blog, Coca-Cola Unbottled, at www.coca-colablog.com or find us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/the-coca-cola-company.
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky women’s basketball assistant Gail Goestenkors has retired from on-court coaching but will remain on Kyra Elzy’s staff until her replacement is hired.
Elzy said a national search will begin immediately to replace the Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer, who is expected to stay with the program in an off-court support role.
Goestenkors, who has succeeded on the collegiate, professional and international levels for more than 30 years, arrived in Lexington last season and helped guide Kentucky to its first Southeastern Conference Tournament championship since 1982. She also helped All-American guard Rhyne Howard become the No. 1 overall selection in this spring’s WNBA Draft.
Goestenkors said in a release that she’s looking forward to spending more time with family and friends and that coaching has been the gift of a lifetime.
“It’s hard to believe I’ve been coaching for over 30 years,” she said. “What a fulfilling journey it’s been.”
The 2015 Hall of Fame inductee coached Duke to two NCAA title games and four Final Fours from 1992-2007 before leading Texas to five NCAA appearances and three 20-win seasons.
Goestenkors also worked with USA Basketball and helped coach Team USA to Olympic gold in 2004 and 2008. She was a WNBA assistant with the Los Angeles Sparks and Indiana Fever.
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Music Industry Opening Up • Soundstr • Stage It • Tours
NEW YORK, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VNUE Inc. (OTC "VNUE") is pleased to provide an update to its shareholders. With the concert industry slowly but surely kicking into gear after all of the Covid related closures and cancellations, VNUE, Inc's Chairman and CEO Zach Bair sees a bright future ahead for the Company.
"There is light at the end of the tunnel," said Bair. "More and more tours are being announced, and live music is definitely back. We are currently courting several tours for potential work with DiscLive (disclive.net) and for Set.fm, as well as working to leverage the Stage It platform (StageIt.com) to extend revenue opportunities for artists.
Back on the table is the Matchbox Twenty tour, which was originally slated for 2020. Now, the tour is set to go in May of 2023. And, with all of the new tours being announced (and many not yet announced), VNUE is aiming to capitalize on artists and labels who would like to recover some of the revenue lost during the pandemic, including tours in 2022.
Further, the Company has significantly streamlined Stage It since its acquisition earlier this year, implementing a leaner and more focused management team, which has lowered costs significantly and leaves the platform well positioned going forward.
The Company has also been aggressively working on our proprietary Soundstr MDM platform, which identifies live, recorded, and streaming music and its associated stakeholders such as songwriters, publishers and Performing Rights Organizations (PROs), and has initiated several early adopter programs in certain markets. This not only includes brick and mortar establishments and touring live concert bands, but extends to radio and to streaming as well. VNUE has been successful in deploying Sounsdtr for live concerts, and identifying the vast majority of music played by major and mid-level artists, which is a huge step up from the current method of artists having to submit set lists in an attempt to collect their royalties. VNUE sees this use as a huge benefit to promoters and venue owners as well as the artists themselves.
Additionally, VNUE is actively implementing methodology to capture Stage It streams to automate music identification, and to address the disparity in what is paid to PROs vs. what is actually paid to the songwriters in question. This methodology is also being presented to a variety of other streaming companies. "
Mr. Bair continued, "It was a pivotal moment for the Company with the acquisition of Stage It. We are actively exploring other potential acquisitions that are complimentary in nature to our suite of products and services and which will positively impact our bottom line and revenue growth."
About VNUE, Inc. (www.vnue.com)
VNUE, Inc., (OTC: VNUE) is a leading music technology company dedicated to further monetizing the live music experience for artists, labels, writers, and publishers, with products such as its set.fm instant content distribution platform (www.set.fm), exclusive license partner and "instant live" pioneer DiscLive (www.disclive.net), and the largest and most well-known ticketed livestreaming platform, Stage It (www.stageit.com); and protecting the rights of artists and writers with the company's groundbreaking Soundstr music recognition technology (MRT) platform (www.soundstr.com). The veteran entrepreneurs, artists and songwriters behind VNUE are passionate about the future of their industry and ensuring that rights holders' value is not lost amid always-changing technology. For more information, please visit www.vnue.com.
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MIAMI, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the successful collaboration at New York Fashion Week, as a part of Asia Innovations Group, international brands Uplive and Hekka debuted another viral runway show at Miami Swim Week.
Large audiences gathered online and in the renowned fashion hub of Miami South Beach for a week of runway shows, VIP parties, and social mixers. With over 200 brands and designers in attendance, this year's Miami Swim Week generated more than 1.6 billion global impressions across social media, live streaming, and even the Metaverse.
Uplive, along with other digital platforms, allowed fashion fans from around the world to connect with their favorite brands, models and influencers by broadcasting the event in real time to its 300 million users worldwide. Among the broadcasters were TikTok sensation Tony Lopez (@tonylopez), model and actress Yuvanna Montalvo (@yuvannamontalvo), Latin superstar Juan Carlos Garcia P (juancarlosgarciap) and influencer Daniela Buenrostro (@queenbuenrostro) who were all eager to use Uplive's streaming platform to share the runaway show with their fans.
As part of Miami Swim Week 2022, Hekka unveiled "Style de Vie," a 25-piece capsule collection of essential swimwear, following the brand's successful debut at New York Fashion Week earlier this year. The "Style de Vie" line offers swimwear essentials, apparel, and beach accessories that aim to revive the summer wardrobe and elevate holiday look. All pieces follow the ethos of the brand to support emerging creators, promote the use of natural fabrics and sustainable materials, and celebrate the uniqueness and inclusivity of its community.
In keeping with the brand ethos, Hekka and Uplive's unique concept of ready-to-wear runway makes a return. First pioneered during New York Fashion Week, the combination of Hekka's unique "real-time fashion" platform with Uplive's immersive live streaming experience allows their community to not only see the new designs first, but purchase them in real time and share them with their followers.
"We're pleased to showcase the world's top swimwear fashion event, providing designers and fashion companies at Miami Swim Week with a massive global audience on a premier video platform," shared Christine Xu, CEO of Uplive USA. "As a platform for global performance and discovery, Uplive will both inspire and showcase creativity through this event."
"Uplive has been an advocate for celebrating diversity and inclusivity through innovative technology and commitment to daring environmental, social, and governance goals since it launched in 2016. Having recently celebrated our 6th birthday, we are more eager than ever to support social causes, community development and emerging markets through content creation and global connectivity", continued Xu.
About Asia Innovations Group
Asia Innovations Group Limited (Asia Innovations) is a leading live social company with 600 million registered users located in over 150 regions worldwide. Asia Innovations has an integrated portfolio of social, gaming and e-commerce platforms designed to foster meaningful human connection. Asia Innovations operates in eighteen offices around the globe that offer deep local market knowledge across all major emerging markets to augment the company's cutting-edge technology and scalable global infrastructure. The company's portfolio includes leading apps such as Uplive, the global live video platform, CuteU and Lamour, the dominant dating apps in global emerging markets. Its e-commerce platform, Hekka Fashion, offers an online shopping experience that brings accessible fashion to users around the world. As champions for creativity, opportunity and inclusivity for all, Asia Innovations leverages its innovative products globally to empower creators, catalyze social impact, and safeguard a positive online environment. For more information, please visit https://www.asiainnovations.com.
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NEW YORK, July 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Mullen Automotive, Inc. f/k/a Net Element, Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN, NETE) between June 15, 2020 and April 6, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important July 5, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action commenced by the Firm.
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WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Mullen class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5459 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 July 5, 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.
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Miami GP is going to be F1’s Super Bowl, Lewis Hamilton tells Tom Brady
By Coy Wire and Amy Woodyatt, CNN
The Miami Grand Prix is going to be Formula One’s Super Bowl, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton said in a rare interview with Tom Brady ahead of the race on Sunday.
“I never understood knowing how, you know, going to Tom’s games … going to watch the NBA and knowing how amazing the fan base is out here, people [are] so passionate about sport in this country and then not understanding why they’re not connecting with our sport,” Hamilton said on Thursday.
The Miami GP is the first of two F1 races that will be staged in the US this year — the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas takes place in October. And in 2023, Las Vegas will become a third American grand prix venue.
‘At one stage we didn’t have a Grand Prix here, then we only had one Grand Prix. Now we’re expanding. I think this is going to be like our Super Bowl,” said the 37-year-old Hamilton.
“I am so happy to be in Miami. This is the sport’s first time here and the anticipation of this event has just sky rocketed,” added Hamilton ahead of this weekend’s Grand Prix, which will take place at the Hard Rock Stadium.
“Everyone is so excited but there will be a little bit of nerves because there will be so many people here and it is a new circuit.”
Arguably two of the greatest athletes of all time, Hamilton and Brady played golf together and discussed success and failure at a charity event at the Miami Beach Golf Club with Swiss luxury watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen.
“Success is a great thing. And when you’re riding a wave of success, that’s one thing,” said seven-time world F1 champion Hamilton, who has had a tough start to the 2022 season with the Mercedes car well off the pace. But sometimes, you “stumble” and “fall,” he added.
“We have a responsibility to pick each other up and put it through those difficult times that we grow stronger and we grow closer and we pull tighter and we dig deeper than we ever thought … they say you’ve got to dig deep, but you can always dig deeper. You can always go that bit further,” he said.
At the event, Hamilton also spoke about how F1 “saved” him.
“The youth is everything and something I am passionate about is getting children into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects,” the Mercedes driver said at a fundraiser for Miami’s under-privileged children at Miami Beach Golf Club on Wednesday.
“Sport brings people together and it saved my life. I am glad we are doing something for good,” he added, per PA.
“Better to play and lose than to not play at all”
Brady also offered his view on notions of success in sport.
“You have to come to grips with the fact that it’s still better to play and lose than to not play at all,” said seven-time Super Bowl winner Brady.
“So I feel like even though, you know, you may not win all the time, the performance in playing is the most joy. Obviously, everyone wants to win. It’s a very tough competition. When I’m losing, I focus on … how do I just get back in the game?”
“I think of a Super Bowl in 2016 against Atlanta. We were down 25 points. You can’t score 25 points in one touchdown, you have to just chip away and and you got to get yourself in striking distance. And that just comes with a lot of, you know, great plays and great confidence in what you’re doing,” he said.
Brady added: “But, you know, we don’t always win. And that’s just part of sports. But I do love and relish when you have the opportunity to come back — in my last game against the Rams in the playoffs, we were down a bunch of points and we found a way to tie the game.
“And then ultimately Matt [Stafford} had a … great throw to Cooper {Kupp[ to win to really win that game.
“You don’t always win them all, but it’s fun to come back when you do. And those are the ones you probably remember the most,” said Brady.
The 44-year-old quarterback, who plays for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, also noted how the challenges he faces have changed as he has gotten older.
“Your life when you’re 25 is very different than 35. I look at 35 I think, man, my life was so simple at 35 and now … here are so many more unique challenges to it.
“And I still got to put my time and energy where it needs to be, you know, so that other aspects of my life do well, too. So that’s been the biggest challenge as I’ve gotten older is, you know, trying to make sure my priorities stay my priorities.
“But I feel like when it’s football season, you know, that’s where my it’s been always been my first love. And it’s just amazing to still have the ability to go out and compete like I like I did. And I do it because I love my teammates. That’s the reality.”
Earlier this year, the 37-year-old Hamilton, who has the most race wins in F1 history, said he had “struggled mentally and emotionally for a long time.”
Writing in an Instagram story, Hamilton said he has endured “a tough year already with everything that is happening around us” and that it is “hard some days to stay positive.”
However, he also offered support and reassurance to his followers.
“I’m writing to tell you it’s ok to feel the way you do, just know that you are not alone and that we are gonna get through this!” Hamilton added.
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SEATTLE, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global Leader in Polar Adventures, successfully launched its new Greenland Adventure: Explore by Sea, Land and Air itinerary on July 16, 2022. The 9-day expedition on the technologically-advanced Ultramarine has solidified Quark Expeditions' position as the leader in helicopter-supported polar adventure.
Quark Expeditions' guests traveled by a private charter flight from Reykjavik, Iceland, to the small village of Narsarsuaq, nestled in the deep fjord of Tunulliarfik in South Greenland. From there, they departed on Ultramarine for an epic expedition exploring the mountains, alpine lakes, ice masses and fjords of South Greenland.
Quark Expeditions' guests are currently navigating the majestic fjords that dominate the southern and southeastern coasts of Greenland on Ultramarine. The game-changing vessel—equipped with two twin-engine helicopters and 20 quick-deploy Zodiacs—is designed to give unprecedented access to the hardest-to-reach places in the Polar Regions. Access to these remote wilderness sites is made possible through partnerships with local Greenlanders.
Greenland Adventure: Explore by Sea, Land and Air offers guests a truly ultra-immersive destination experience. In addition to sea kayaking, Zodiac cruising, shore landings and guided walks, intrepid guests also have the opportunity to experience a diverse selection of heli-supported activities, such heli-landing on the Greenland Ice Sheet, heli-hiking, heli-mountain biking, helicopter-supported alpine lake kayaking, and overnight camping along the picturesque Tasermiut Fjord.
This epic Greenland expedition marks one of numerous milestones for Quark Expeditions in recent months. In addition to launching the purpose-built Ultramarine, the seasoned team at Quark Expeditions has developed new itineraries, a first-ever Inuit culinary experience (available in Greenland and the Canadian High Arctic), as well as a portfolio of heli-supported adventures.
"Our Greenland Adventure: Explore by Sea, Land and Air is the first itinerary in history to be developed in full partnership with local community members and businesses in Greenland, from conception to execution," said Alex McNeil, Director of Expedition Experience and Innovation for Quark Expeditions. "The culture and expertise of the people of South Greenland have been woven into these voyages. Ultramarine's twin-engine helicopters now transport guests to remote locations for unique adventure options—something no other operator can provide. Aligned with our Polar Promise strategy, all of these activities—geared to travelers of all ages and levels of fitness—are developed sustainably with our local partners."
Check out the complete itinerary for Greenland Adventure: Explore by Sea, Land and Air.
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About Quark Expeditions: Specializing exclusively in expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic, Quark Expeditions® has been the leading innovator of polar adventure since the company took the first group of consumer travelers to the North Pole in 1991. Quark Expeditions has been innovating ever since. With a diverse fleet of specially-equipped small expedition vessels and icebreakers—some of them equipped with helicopters—Quark Expeditions delivers deeply immersive polar experiences—and is able to take guests deeper into the Polar Regions than anyone else. Led by passionate and seasoned expedition teams, including scientists, wildlife experts and researchers, Quark Expeditions offers an onboard program that enriches the passenger experience.
About Ultramarine: The technologically-advanced Ultramarine, the newest addition to the Quark Expeditions fleet, is a game-changer in polar exploration. Equipped with two twin-engine Airbus 145 helicopters, 20 quick-launching Zodiacs and the largest portfolio of off-ship adventure options in the industry, Ultramarine changes the way guests explore the Polar Regions. Other features include a spa, sauna with floor-to-ceiling windows, fitness centre, yoga space, spacious rooms and two restaurants plus a lounge and presentation theatre. Ultramarine has been designed with advanced sustainability systems that help us preserve the pristine Polar Regions for the next generation of explorers.
About Travelopia: Travelopia is one of the world's leading specialist travel groups. A pioneer in the experiential travel sector with a portfolio consisting of more than 50 independently operated brands, most of which are leaders in their sector. From sailing adventures, safaris and sports tours, to Arctic expeditions, each brand is diverse and focused on creating unforgettable experiences for customers across the world.
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BOSTON, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearl Meyer has added Joe McNeal as a managing director in the firm's executive compensation consulting practice. McNeal specializes in developing executive pay strategies, short- and long-term incentive plan designs, and addressing the broader human capital management matters that are of growing concern to compensation committees. He also has significant experience guiding companies to and through IPO or SPAC transactions.
"Joe brings a depth of experience in compensation strategy and design for high-growth companies and he is a great addition to our team," said Pete Lupo, president of executive compensation consulting for Pearl Meyer. "His work in life sciences and his consultation to both private and public companies will help our firm expand services in that very dynamic industry, and support other clients undergoing rapid change."
As an advisor to high-growth companies in the knowledge economy, McNeal advises management teams and compensation committees on a broad range of issues including disclosure and regulatory issues, technical accounting issues, equity award valuation, and say-on-pay considerations. His clients range from early-stage pre-IPO startups to Fortune 500 companies.
"Pearl Meyer's approach to compensation is a great fit for my own philosophy and I'm eager to build on the firm's momentum," McNeal said. "The firm's emphasis on developing compensation programs that support long-term business strategy and organizational culture is more important than ever, especially given our increasingly challenging governance environment."
Before joining Pearl Meyer, McNeal was the life sciences executive compensation practice lead at Aon/Radford. He holds a BA from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and an MSc from the London School of Economics and Political Science. McNeal will be based in Denver.
Pearl Meyer is the leading advisor to boards and senior management on the alignment of executive compensation with business and leadership strategy, making pay programs a powerful catalyst for value creation and competitive advantage. Pearl Meyer's global clients stand at the forefront of their industries and range from emerging high-growth, not-for-profit, and private companies to the Fortune 500 and FTSE 350. The firm has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Houston, London, Los Angeles, New York, Rochester, and San Jose.
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The delivery drone that made this first delivery will be going on display in the "Thomas W. Haas We All Fly" exhibition at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum in 2022
RENO, Nev., July 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SkyDrop celebrates the seventh anniversary of the July 17, 2015 'Kitty Hawk Moment' of the first drone delivery on US soil, which was conducted by SkyDrop (formerly Flirtey).
The Smithsonian's Air & Space Magazine recorded of this historic milestone, "it had the FAA's blessing to fly. And that made it the first official drone package delivery in this country".
The delivery drone that made this first delivery will be going on display in the "Thomas W. Haas We All Fly" exhibition at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum in 2022. The museum also displays the 1903 Wright Flyer that made the first official flight of a powered heavier-than-air flying machine.
A historical marker memorializing this milestone was authorized by the Virginia Department of Aviation and unveiled by U.S. Senator Mark Warner, D-Va. This historical marker reads, "On this site in Wise County, Flirtey Inc. successfully conducted the first Federal Aviation Administration-approved drone delivery in American aviation history on July 17, 2015. The drone took to the air from Lonesome Pine Airport and delivered medicine to the Remote Area Medical Clinic at the Virginia-Kentucky District Fairgrounds near Wise. This drone delivery represented the "Kitty Hawk moment" for the unmanned aerial vehicle industry. In recognition of this historic aviation milestone, the Flirtey Inc. aircraft landed a spot at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum."
SkyDrop and Domino's Pizza Enterprises Limited (Domino's), signed an agreement earlier this year to launch the second phase of commercial drone deliveries in New Zealand. SkyDrop's production of the drone fleet for the upcoming commercial drone delivery trial with Domino's is now complete.
SkyDrop recently announced that it continues to expand drone delivery into the restaurant and retail industries.
About SkyDrop:
SkyDrop (formerly Flirtey) is a full-stack solutions provider of hardware and software for autonomous last-mile drone delivery and owns extensive patents. SkyDrop is the pioneer of the commercial drone delivery industry, with a mission to make delivery instant for everyone, and a vision of drone delivery that is safer, speedier, quieter, cheaper, and greener. The company first made history in 2015 when it conducted the first-ever FAA-approved drone delivery in the US. Learn more at www.GetSkyDrop.com
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NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Marvel Studios' Thor: Love and Thunder, only in theaters beginning July 8, G FUEL — The Official Energy Drink of Esports® — today announced its new caffeine-free Hydration flavor, G FUEL Lightning Lemonade!
Fans will love this combo of sweet and sour that's bursting with classic Lemonade taste. G FUEL Lightning Lemonade is available July 8 as a special limited-edition Collector's Box, which features Thor and his allies ready for whatever comes their way. Each box comes complete with a 30-serving Tub of Lightning Lemonade as well as a character-emblazoned Shaker Cup that's fan-worthy. Join the Lightning Lemonade Collector's Box Waitlist now at GFUEL.com.
Lightning Lemonade is also coming soon to G FUEL's caffeine-free Sparkling Hydration line and will be available exclusively at Amazon.com.
In Marvel Studios' Thor: Love and Thunder, Thor embarks on a journey unlike anything he's ever undertaken: one of self-discovery. But his efforts are interrupted by Gorr the God Butcher, a galactic killer who seeks the extinction of the gods. To combat this threat, Thor enlists the help of King Valkyrie, Korg and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster, who inexplicably wields Mjolnir as the Mighty Thor. Together, they embark upon a harrowing cosmic adventure to stop the God Butcher before it's too late.
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Marvel Studios' Thor: Love and Thunder finds the God of Thunder (Chris Hemsworth) on a journey unlike anything he's ever faced – one of self-discovery. But his efforts are interrupted by a galactic killer known as Gorr the God Butcher (Christian Bale), who seeks the extinction of the gods. To combat the threat, Thor enlists the help of King Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson), Korg (Taika Waititi) and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster (Natalie Portman), who – to Thor's surprise – inexplicably wields his magical hammer, Mjolnir, as the Mighty Thor. Together, they embark upon a harrowing cosmic adventure to uncover the mystery of the God Butcher's vengeance and stop him before it's too late. Directed by Taika Waititi (Thor: Ragnarok, Jojo Rabbit) and produced by Kevin Feige and Brad Winderbaum, Thor: Love and Thunder opens in U.S. theaters July 8, 2022.
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White House hires lawyer Richard Sauber as it braces for potential GOP investigations after midterms
By Kaitlan Collins and Jasmine Wright, CNN
The White House has hired Richard Sauber to assist in the Biden administration’s response to potential future investigations should Republicans win back majorities in Congress in the midterm elections, officials confirm to CNN.
Sauber, currently the top lawyer at the Department of Veterans Affairs, and is expected to begin at the White House in the next few weeks with the title “special counsel to the president.”
“Dick is an excellent lawyer who brings decades of experience that will be a valuable asset,” Ian Sams, a White House counsel spokesperson, told CNN. “As we have since the transition, we are ensuring the White House is prepared for the issues we are facing or will face in the future, and we have built and continue to build a strong legal team to conduct our work and serve the public and the President.”
News of Sauber’s hiring comes after CNN reported in April that White House officials were preparing a slew of personnel moves as officials brace for a potential Republican takeover on Capitol Hill in November. Democrats, who hold narrow majorities in the US House and Senate, face a challenging midterm environment this year amid growing economic concerns and middling approval ratings for President Joe Biden.
The GOP has promised to be aggressive with its investigations of Biden should Republicans regain control of Congress. In April, CNN reported the return of Anita Dunn, one of Biden’s closest advisers, as well as Sams’ hiring for his current communications position.
The White House has been preparing for months for the possibility of Republicans winning the US House — and possibly the Senate — after the midterms, a source familiar told CNN.
A White House official told CNN Saturday that the administration was not “making assumptions about the midterm election.”
“We expect oversight no matter which party runs the House and Senate, and we are preparing for that,” the official added.
The New York Times was first to report Sauber’s hiring.
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Alexander first on Korn Ferry to successfully defend title
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Tyson Alexander became the first player in Korn Ferry Tour history to successfully defend a title, rallying to win the Veritex Bank Championship on Sunday. Alexander closed with a 6-under 65 to finish at 22-under 262 at Texas Rangers Golf Club, two strokes ahead of Pontus Nyholm (62) and Byeong Hun An (66). Alexander capped his bogey-free round with a birdie on the par-5 18th. The 33-year-old former University of Florida player earned $135,000 for his second tour victory. Last year, he closed with a 64 to take the inaugural event at 23 under. Alexander’s farther, Buddy Alexander, won the 1986 U.S. Amateur Championship and coached Florida to two NCAA titles. His grandfather, Skip Alexander, won three times on the PGA Tour. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/16/alexander-first-on-korn-ferry-to-successfully-defend-title/ | 2022-04-17T01:36:10Z |
Subway has a new recipe for success: fewer stores and a bigger menu.
In early July, the 57-year-old sandwich chain introduced the Subway Series, a menu of 12 chef-developed sandwiches that can be ordered by name or number, like The Monster, which features steak, bacon, cheddar, green peppers and red onions on Italian bread with ranch sauce.
It’s a big change for Subway, which is known for letting customers build their own sandwiches. Trevor Haynes, Subway’s North America president, said the company saw the need to simplify after a growing amount of digital order data showed 50% of customers always build the same sandwich.
Haynes said the new sandwiches __ winnowed down from hundreds of options __ also highlight Subway’s upgraded ingredients, which arrived in U.S. stores last summer. That change helped Subway __ which is privately held __ achieve record sales in 2021.
It’s all part of a much-needed refresh for Milford, Connecticut-based Subway, which has been losing market share to fast-growing rivals like Panera and Firehouse Subs. Subway controlled 28% of the U.S. sandwich and deli market in 2021, down from 34% in 2017, according to Technomic.
Haynes, who joined Subway in 2006 in his native Australia, spoke with The Associated Press about changes at the chain. His answers have been edited for length.
Q. What was behind the adoption of the Subway Series menu?
A. We tested this extensively in several markets across the U.S. The franchisees just found it was a great way for guests to go through the restaurant without having all the questions. It was just easier for the guest and easier for the sandwich artist to make the sandwich. Now, of course, if you want to have a turkey sandwich and you want to load it up with whatever you want to load it up with, you can absolutely do that. We’re not taking customization away. It is still there. But the guest today has told us that they want us to change. They want us to make it easier for them.
Q. Subway had its best sales week since 2013 last year when it introduced its upgraded ingredients. How did the word get out so quickly?
A. The franchisees became very confident with it quickly. They started to see how their guests reacted to it when their friends and family came in and tried it. And that’s a big part of it. Within a franchised system, you need the franchisees to believe, engage and want it. This year, across May and June, we’ve broken that record two or three times since. And when we launched that program we put a lot of effort behind the media. We had Tom Brady, we had Serena Williams, we had Megan Rapinoe, Steph Curry, an all-star lineup. And that encouraged the franchisees to sit back and say, “Hey, we’re a big brand. These are big names. I better get behind this.”
Q. Subway has closed more than 5,100 U.S. stores since 2017, and yet the company is posting record sales. Why?
A. I think when you look at the portfolio, where we may have had locations for 30 or 40 years, retail precincts change. What was the best mall in town 30 years ago may not be the best mall in town today. The general U.S. retail landscape is changing dramatically, so we’ve been moving locations and reconfiguring markets. There could be markets where we had three restaurants and we’ve reconfigured into one or two, but that one or two has a drive-thru or bigger floor space. Before, we were very focused just on restaurant count. Today we’re very focused on the type of restaurant that we have and really working with franchisees to relocate from some of those older locations to newer, more vibrant retail areas.
Q. You worked for Subway in Australia and the U.K. before coming to the U.S. How do you think that overseas experience informs your work?
A. It does give you a different sense of, you know, just being more open to new ideas or different ways of thinking, having met with people from very different backgrounds. I think it’s been very helpful. You understand what works well in Subway and what may not work well in Subway. I think having that international experience just gives you a different way of looking and maybe a bit more of a broad perspective.
Q. What’s your favorite Subway Series sandwich?
A. So it’s a chicken build with garlic, the Great Garlic. I absolutely love it. I like strong flavors. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/insider-qa-subway-north-america-president-trevor-haynes/ | 2022-07-11T14:19:16Z |
Some slow moving storms could produce heavy rainfall
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A very light flow of air out of the southeast will make for slow-moving storms this afternoon and early evening.
Because of the heavy rainfall in inland areas over the last few days, today’s slow-moving storms could cause minor ponding on roads and minor flooding of low-lying locations. The timing of the storms will be for scattered showers and thunderstorms to start building inland in the late afternoon.
They will become more numerous by 4-7 p.m. and drift from inland locations to coastal locations along a southeast to northwest line.
Temperatures will be kept down a bit over the next few days by the additional cloud cover and afternoon showers. There will be a slight reduction in late midweek rainfall due to some slightly drier air moving in and a twist in wins to the south.
The tropics are becoming more active, however, none of the potential areas of cyclone development are forecast to impact the state of Florida. That said, should any areas develop they would be at least five to seven days away. Keep updated on any developments.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Figue and Tuluminati announced today a limited-edition capsule collection of iconic hats. The collection features a series of unique hats embodying the adventurous spirit of Figue with the unique styling and craftsmanship of Tuluminati.
CEO and Creative Director Liz Lange said "when I had the chance to collaborate with Tuluminati, I immediately jumped on it. Tuluminati's style, quality, and brand are a perfect complement to Figue, and I couldn't be more excited by our collection."
The collection features three hats, the Katuk Palm Hat -- handcrafted from 100% fine palm leaf, the Katuk is adorned with a braided cotton band interlaced with jute fabric and a handstitched logo of the Figue Serpents. The Puka Suede Hat blends shells and suede for a fiercely independent style. Hand-selected Cowrie shells stitched across a jute fabric band accentuate a subtle, 100% suede construction. Embossed with the Figue Serpents on the crown, the Puka Suede Hat comes together to create the perfect accessory for poolside parties or Pacific panoramas. The Soga Suede Hat makes an unforgettable statement. Crafted from 100% white suede, and embossed with the Figue Serpents, the Soga is a hat dedicated to detail. Embellished in an array of avian accessories, the Soga Suede Hat tucks white peacock, ostrich, goose, and silver pheasant feathers behind a cotton rope band adorned with a golden safety pin. With a luxurious look and legendary style, the Soga Suede Hat is a symbol of timeless taste.
The collaboration embodies the shared love and respect for local artisans and craftsmanship that have been at the core of Figue and a continuous source of inspiration for the past decade.
Founded in New York City in 2012 and acquired by current CEO and Creative Director, Liz Lange, in December 2020, Figue is a dreamy combination of luxe and laid back. Figue's free spirit-meets-sophisticate line of ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories and home design is proudly infused with bohemian gorgeousness. Our soulful spirit and global sensibility are expressed through our mix of unique prints, layered textures, pom poms, hand-cut tassels and artisanal beadwork. Welcome to the multi-colored magic of Figue.
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Three churches located on the same road in Maryland, just outside Washington, DC, were vandalized over the weekend, and authorities are investigating fires set at two of the churches as arson.
"These churches are within a few mile radius of each other," said Pete Piringer, spokesperson for the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service. "We can't conclusively say right now that they are connected, but they are all very similar."
At around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, a fire was set at North Bethesda United Methodist Church on Old Georgetown Rd. in Bethesda, Maryland, Piringer told CNN, yet the damage was minimal.
An investigator leaving the church grounds then came across debris authorities suspect came from the nearby Wildwood Baptist Church, Piringer said, including a couple of damaged headstones and wood material on the road.
Wildwood Baptist was not set on fire, but the material found appeared to have been the result of vandalism, according to Piringer.
About 24 hours later, at approximately 2 a.m. Sunday, the fire and rescue service was called to St. Jane Frances de Chantal Parish located less than two miles away from the other churches. First responders observed a fire in the church's sanctuary, which damaged several pews but was quickly extinguished, Piringer said, adding investigators believe the fire was set intentionally.
In remarks livestreamed Sunday, Rev. Samuel Giese informed the St. Jane Frances de Chantal congregation their parish had been vandalized overnight. The video on YouTube also contained footage from inside the church of the overnight fire.
"People broke in, they overturned statues, tore down the stations of the cross, desecrated the tabernacle, and tried to set the church on fire," Giese said.
In a statement to CNN, Wildwood Baptist Church said "the damage done to our church was limited to the desecration of the graveyard adjacent to the church. Our prayers and concern are for those whose hearts are so vile to attack churches and graveyards."
Authorities did not comment on a potential motive amid the ongoing investigation.
CNN has reached out to Montgomery County police, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington, St. Jane Frances de Chantal Parish and the North Bethesda United Methodist Church for comment.
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‘The Snowman’ children’s author Raymond Briggs dies at 88
LONDON (AP) - British children’s author and illustrator Raymond Briggs, whose creations include “The Snowman” and “Fungus the Bogeyman,” has died. He was 88.
Briggs’ family said he died Tuesday, and thanked staff at Royal Sussex County Hospital in southern England “for their kind and thoughtful care of Raymond in his final weeks.”
“We know that Raymond’s books were loved by and touched millions of people around the world, who will be sad to hear this news,” the family said in a statement released Wednesday through Publisher Penguin Random House.
Born in London in 1934, Briggs studied art and briefly worked in advertising before starting a decades-long career as a children’s illustrator. He won a Kate Greenaway Medal — considered the Oscars of children’s publishing — in 1966 for illustrating a book of nursery rhymes, “The Mother Goose Treasury.”
He tweaked a fairy-tale story with “Jim and the Beanstalk,” published in 1970, and won a second Greenaway award for “Father Christmas.” Published in 1973, it featured a grumpy but genial Santa Claus and — like many of Briggs’ books — was adapted for television.
“Fungus the Bogeyman,” which charted a day in the life of a scary subterranean monster, disgusted and delighted children in equal measure after its publication in 1977.
The next year came “The Snowman,” a bittersweet story in which a boy’s wintry creation magically comes to life. The wordless book has sold more than 5.5 million copies around the world, and a 1982 animated adaptation has been shown on British TV every Christmas since.
Far more somber was 1982′s “When the Wind Blows,” a story about the aftermath of a nuclear attack on Britain imbued with melancholy and anger. It was adapted as an animated film in 1986, with music by David Bowie and others.
Briggs’ anti-nuclear stance made him unpopular with members of Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative government. So did “The Tin-Pot Foreign General and the Old Iron Woman,” a picture-book satire on the Falklands War.
Later works include “Ethel & Ernest,” a poignant graphic novel based on the lives of Briggs’ parents, published in 1998.
Francesca Dow, managing director of Penguin Random House Children’s, said Briggs was “unique” and “inspired generations of creators of picture books, graphic novels and animations.”
“Raymond’s books are picture masterpieces that address some of the fundamental questions of what it is to be human, speaking to both adults and children with a remarkable economy of words and illustrations,” she said.
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SYRACUSE, N.Y., June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine have honored Mohawk Global as one of this year's Best Workplaces in New York. After nine years of achieving the Great Places to Work® certification, this is the company's first time being featured on the prestigious list.
Placement on the list is even more impressive considering the extraordinary challenges the supply chain industry has faced within the past two years. Burnout and stressful conditions attributed to the record turnover rate for supply chain managers in 2021. Mohawk Global is proud to be the only company in the transportation industry to be recognized on the 2022 Best Workplaces in New York list.
"Our people are what make Mohawk Global a great place to work. It starts with a belief system based on love and trust and a vision that seeks to enrich people's lives. The rest is all them!" says Gar Grannell, Chairman and CEO of Mohawk Global.
The Best Workplaces in New York award is based on employee feedback collected through America's largest annual workforce study of over 1 million employee survey responses by Great Places to Work®. In that survey, 93% of Mohawk Global employees said it is a great place to work.
"Mohawk people are the best people! It's an honor to work with this dedicated team of professionals who truly live the company values of Enrich, Care and Deliver," says Alicia Kirkby, Mohawk Global Chief People Officer.
The Best Workplaces in New York list is highly competitive. Great Place to Work selected the list using rigorous analytics and confidential employee feedback. Companies are assessed on how well they are creating a great employee experience that cuts across race, gender, age, disability status, or any aspect of who employees are or what their role is.
"We made it through incredibly difficult times by always showing support and compassion for one another. And our people share a firm bond knowing they are part of a culture that's valued and loved." Kirkby added.
Companies were only considered for the Best Workplaces list if they are a Great Place to Work-Certified™ organization and headquartered in the New York metropolitan statistical area. Mohawk Global is proud to be represented alongside the impressive companies on the Best Workplaces in New York list, ranking at #57.
Learn more about Mohawk Global's survey results here.
Mohawk Global is a leading supply chain services provider headquartered in Syracuse, New York. Mohawk Global strives to create an environment of growth, and as a family-owned and operated business, everything is guided by the core values – Enrich. Care. Deliver. The caring culture is what gives their teams the unique ability to deliver collaborative solutions with tailored projects for each partners' needs. They are a team who genuinely care about each other, clients, and their community.
Great Place to Work selected the Best Workplaces in New York by gathering and analyzing confidential survey responses from its study of thousands of companies representing more than 6.1 million U.S. employees at Great Place to Work-Certified™ organizations. Companies must be headquartered in the state of New York to be eligible. Company rankings are derived from 60 employee experience questions within the Great Place to Work Trust Index™ survey. Read the full methodology.
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Semler Scientific, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMLR), a company that provides technology solutions to improve the clinical effectiveness and efficiency of healthcare providers, today announced that it will report financial results for the second quarter and first half ended June 30, 2022, after the close of U.S. financial markets on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Doug Murphy-Chutorian, M.D., chief executive officer of Semler Scientific, will host a conference call at 4:30 pm ET the same day. Andrew Weinstein, senior vice president, finance and accounting, Dennis Rosenberg, chief marketing officer, and Renae Cormier, head of corporate communications and business strategy, will join him on the call.
We encourage participants to pre-register for the conference call using the following link: https://dpregister.com/sreg/10168191/f35f88fef1. Callers who pre-register will be given a conference passcode and unique PIN to gain immediate access to the call and bypass the live operator. Participants may pre-register at any time, including up to and after the call start time.
Those without internet access or unable to pre-register may dial in by calling:
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Please specify to the operator that you would like to join the "Semler Scientific Call." The conference call will be archived on Semler Scientific's website at www.semlerscientific.com.
Semler Scientific, Inc. is a company that provides technology solutions to improve the clinical effectiveness and efficiency of healthcare providers. Semler Scientific's mission is to develop, manufacture and market innovative products and services that assist its customers in evaluating and treating chronic diseases. Semler Scientific's patented and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), cleared product, QuantaFlo®, is a rapid point-of-care test that measures arterial blood flow in the extremities to aid in the diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases, such as peripheral arterial disease (PAD). QuantaFlo® is used by Semler Scientific's customers to more comprehensively evaluate their patients for risk of mortality and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), associated with a positive QuantaFlo® test. Semler Scientific has an agreement with a private company to exclusively market and distribute Insulin Insights™, an FDA-cleared software product that recommends optimal insulin dosing for diabetic patients in the United States, including Puerto Rico, except for selected accounts, and it made investments in this private software company and in another private company whose product, Discern™, is a test for early Alzheimer's disease. Semler Scientific continues to develop additional complementary innovative products in-house, and seeks out other arrangements for additional products and services that it believes will bring value to its customers and to the company. Semler Scientific believes its current products and services, and any future products or services it may offer, positions it to provide valuable information to its customer base, which in turn permits them to better guide patient care. Additional information about Semler Scientific can be found at www.semlerscientific.com.
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Which oxymetazoline nasal spray is best?
Colds, allergies and hay fever can cause nasal discomfort. For those experiencing nasal discomfort, an oxymetazoline nasal spray may offer the relief you need. There are numerous nasal spray brands, but Afrin Original Maximum Strength 12-Hour Nasal Congestion Relief Spray is the brand most people prefer.
What to know before you buy oxymetazoline nasal spray
What is oxymetazoline nasal spray?
Oxymetazoline is used to temporarily reduce nasal discomfort and congestion, not to cure colds or relieve allergies. It works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose. It can be used once every 10 to 12 hours, but it isn’t recommended to use it more than twice in 24 hours.
How to use oxymetazoline nasal spray
Instructions may vary slightly depending on the brand you buy, so it’s important to read them. Generally, it’s best to blow your nose before using the spray. Keep your head upright, and breathe in deeply through your nose as you spray. Avoid spraying it in your eyes.
How it differs from other types of nasal spray
- Corticosteroid nasal spray: This alleviates the effects of rhinitis, hay fever and allergies by reducing histamine production. Although many corticosteroid nasal sprays are only available with a prescription, weaker formulations can be purchased over the counter.
- Antihistamine nasal spray: This alleviates allergic symptoms by blocking histamine production.
- Saline nasal spray: This can help clean pollen and allergens from your nostrils. Additionally, saline spray can provide relief from dry, irritated nostrils.
Oxymetazoline nasal spray side effects
Oxymetazoline nasal spray decreases nasal discomfort, but there are a few short-term side effects. It may cause a temporary burning or stinging sensation in your nostrils, and it may make you sneeze or have more nasal discharge for a short time.
What to look for in a quality oxymetazoline nasal spray
Oxymetazoline nasal spray dosage
Most oxymetazoline nasal sprays contain 0.05% oxymetazoline, although some may contain more. According to the Mayo Clinic, if you’re using a spray with an average dose of oxymetazoline, you can use it around two times a day for three days. If you’re using this spray on a child younger than 6 years old, or you have a heart condition, thyroid condition, high blood pressure or diabetes, ask your doctor about the proper dosage.
Oxymetazoline nasal spray duration
Most options promise 12-hour relief, meaning you’ll need to use it around twice a day. Although some nasal sprays promise 24-hour relief, they can be difficult to find and may not work as well as they imply. As long as you buy a brand with 12 hours of protection and use the spray as directed, you should be fine.
Added ingredients
Most oxymetazoline nasal sprays only contain a single active ingredient. Still, for those with severe symptoms, several brands include menthol as well. Although many people prefer the sprays with menthol, others find the menthol uncomfortable.
Type of bottle
If you’ve used nasal sprays in the past, consider which type of bottle you found effective and comfortable. Some squeeze bottles are easy to use but release an overwhelming amount of spray. Many people prefer pump-mist bottles, although some feel they aren’t as effective.
Bottle size
Most oxymetazoline nasal sprays come in 1-fluid-ounce bottles. Still, many brands sell their nasal sprays in packs of two or three bottles. If you buy this nasal spray in a pack of two or three bottles, make sure you don’t overuse it.
How much you can expect to spend on oxymetazoline nasal spray
You can expect to spend $10-$12 per bottle.
Oxymetazoline nasal spray FAQ
Is oxymetazoline a steroid?
A. No, these nasal sprays don’t contain steroids. Both oxymetazoline and steroid-based sprays alleviate nasal congestion, but only steroids help with a runny nose, sneezing and watery eyes.
What happens if you use too much oxymetazoline?
A. Using too much oxymetazoline may result in drowsiness, dizziness or fainting. Using oxymetazoline for longer than three days can actually make your symptoms worse.
Can I use oxymetazoline in my ear?
A. This type of spray is not approved for inner-ear use.
Is oxymetazoline an antibiotic?
A. No, oxymetazoline is a decongestant that doesn’t contain antibiotics.
Can you become dependent on oxymetazoline nasal spray?
A. Yes, many people found that they became dependent on oxymetazoline nasal spray after using it too often.
What’s the best oxymetazoline nasal spray to buy?
Top oxymetazoline nasal spray
Afrin Original Maximum Strength 12 Hour Nasal Congestion Relief Spray
What you need to know: Afrin is the most popular brand.
What you’ll love: This includes three easy-to-use 1-fluid-ounce bottles. Many people agree this is the best solution for the temporary relief of nasal congestion.
What you should consider: The company often switches between squeeze bottles and pump bottles. Some users find the squeeze bottles overwhelming.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top oxymetazoline nasal spray for the money
FamilyCare Nasal Relief Pump Mist Spray
What you need to know: This brand is comparable to Afrin, and three bottles of spray are included.
What you’ll love: The pump-mist bottles are easy to use. This contains menthol, which aids in severe nasal congestion.
What you should consider: Many users felt this wasn’t as powerful as the Afrin menthol nasal spray.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Afrin Two-Pack Combo No-Drip Severe Congestion
What you need to know: This spray is ideal for those with severe congestion.
What you’ll love: Two bottles of spray are included. This formulation contains menthol, which helps with the most severe cases of nasal congestion.
What you should consider: Some reviewers felt the menthol was overwhelming.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Silvus to provide command and control communications infrastructure for high-speed data and high-resolution video downlinks
WOBURN, Mass., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Commaris™, a brand of Terrafugia, Inc. delivering uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) for commercial operations, today announces its partnership with Silvus Technologies to integrate Silvus StreamCaster radios into its SEEKER UAV. The partnership will provide reliable bi-directional UAV command & control communication for high-speed data and high-resolution video downlinks in unpredictable environments for its customers. Silvus StreamCaster radios robust frequency and proprietary networking protocols provide a self-healing, self-forming mesh network that self-optimizes, requiring no operator involvement.
"We are very excited to launch our new partnership with Silvus Technologies and leverage their groundbreaking communications solutions for high bandwidth video, command and control, health, and telemetry data that will enable our SEEKER UAV to deliver unprecedented throughput, range, and robustness to UGV and UAV communication scenarios, from air to ground to sea," said Fred Bedard, Director of Sales and Marketing at Commaris.
As the world's leading developer of advanced tactical MIMO and MANET communication systems, Silvus Technologies is reshaping the tactical wireless communications landscape. Silvus StreamCaster radios deliver unmatched range, throughput, and mobility across challenging environments and continually focuses on improving the size, weight, power, and cost, all while introducing the next generation of features and capabilities.
"We're proud to partner with Commaris to deliver our StreamCaster radios and advanced MN-MIMO waveform technology to their SEEKER UAV to support their platforms utilization across multiple industries," said Paul Blackham, Silvus Director, Unmanned Systems. "Through this collaboration with Commaris, we are proud to be providing reliable communications to end-users for a variety of applications, expanding our reach as we continue to support an increasing number of mission-critical operations."
The SEEKER's innovative, electric, fixed-wing/VTOL hybrid aircraft is designed to perform a wide variety of commercial inspection operations, including law enforcement, border security and surveillance, long-line inspections, surveying and mapping, and more. It has a long-endurance capability, with up to three or more hours of flight time without a battery change, and it supports multiple payload configurations of up to 10 pounds at a top speed of over 75 mph.
To learn more about Silvus Technologies and to get in touch, please visit www.silvustechnologies.com/. If interested in partnering with Commaris or becoming a reseller of the SEEKER UAV, please visit www.Commaris.com.
Commaris™, a brand of Terrafugia, Inc., delivers unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for commercial operations in power, gas, oil, mapping, agriculture, security, and more. Its flagship UAV, the SEEKER, provides industry-leading flight times with ultra-low noise output, fast and precise vertical takeoff and landing, and dual-GPS systems with automated route planning. The SEEKER's large payload-carrying capability is customizable with a variety of modular options, such as a 30x optical zoom EO/IR camera for inspection, a 120-megapixel high-resolution camera for terrain mapping and 3D modeling, a six-band multispectral camera designed for precision agriculture analysis, a LiDAR system, a laser methane sensor, or a corona discharge sensor, most of which will feature the ability to stream data to the operator in near-real time. Terrafugia and Commaris are members of the Geely Technology Group. For more information on Commaris, please visit https://commaris.com/
Privately held and headquartered in Los Angeles, Silvus Technologies develops advanced MIMO technologies that are reshaping broadband wireless connectivity for mission-critical applications. Backed by an unmatched team of PhD scientists and design engineers, its technologies provide enhanced wireless data throughput, interference mitigation, improved range, mobility, and robustness to address the growing needs of its government and commercial customers. To learn more, visit https://silvustechnologies.com/.
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NWEA Releases Research Analysis Illuminating Impact of Learning Interruptions on Historically Underserved Students; Underscores Benefits of High-Quality Summer Learning Opportunities
PORTLAND, Ore., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As we approach the end of the third straight year of learning disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. classrooms continue to address the immediate needs of students while prioritizing academic progress for all. For many students—particularly those that are historically underserved—the summer break from learning perpetuates inequitable achievement gaps.
This insight was among those released today by NWEA in an overview of current research studies that examined K-8 student progress during a typical school year (non pandemic) and over the summer. The research reveals important information about the degree to which being in school reduces achievement gaps and points to the importance of high-quality summer programming in supporting student success.
"Our research analysis revealed reasons for both optimism and concern. While the findings disrupt some long-held deficit-based thinking about some of these student groups, they also demonstrate the disproportionate impact that learning interruptions have on their achievement in the long-term, making high quality summer learning opportunities and other interventions critical," said Lindsay Dworkin, VP of Policy and Advocacy at NWEA. "Taken collectively, these studies can help education leaders and policymakers identify interventions needed for these student groups to help address the inequitable learning patterns in U.S. public schools."
The research used MAP Growth assessment data and revealed that while students with disabilities, English learners, and rural students make gains at rates equal to or faster than their grade-level peers during the school year, these students also experience greater learning loss in the summer, leading to persistent achievement gaps.
"We have long known the impact of the summer slide on student learning; however, this data gives us a deeper look into just how critical high-quality summer opportunities are for many of our underserved students," said Deborah Delisle, CEO of All4Ed, formerly the Alliance for Excellent Education. "This information demonstrates that our system is effective at educating our students during the school year, and it is a call to action for states and districts on how to target summer programming so that all students can excel in school and beyond. Our children deserve nothing less."
Highlights from the research include:
- Rural Students — In a study of K-8 students nationwide, rural students came into kindergarten with higher achievement levels in math and reading than their non-rural peers; but by the end of third grade non-rural students consistently outperformed those from rural communities across the grades. Rural students grow at slightly faster rates in math and reading than other students when school is in session, but lose more ground almost every summer.
- Students with Disabilities — In a study of K-4 students nationwide, students with disabilities enter kindergarten behind their peers in reading and math, but go on to make gains at similar or higher rates than their peers during some school years. However, students with disabilities lose more ground every summer, which contributes to widening disparities in achievement.
- English Learners (ELs) — A third research study looked at achievement and growth for K - 4 for ELs. It showed that ELs had lower test scores than their non-EL peers through their elementary years, but they also made academic growth similar to or at greater levels as their non-EL peers. However, the student group that was consistently identified as needing EL services tended to lose more ground over the summer than their non-EL peers or their multilingual peers who were ELs at some point but not consistently through K-4.
"This new study underscores both the urgency and need to invest in interventions that support the academic recovery of English learners. Even before the pandemic, multi-lingual learners lost more ground than their peers during the summer when they were out of school," said Eric Rodriguez, SVP of Policy and Advocacy at UnidosUS. "After the last two years of interrupted learning for all students, it is more crucial than ever to target significant resources to support retaining and accelerating academic progress and learning for English learners during the summer. Summer support should include bilingual programming that combines academic and enrichment activities staffed with specialists to provide specific language development support and appropriate materials for English learners."
Previous NWEA assessment data show that all students started this school year behind where they would be in a typical year and that historically marginalized groups were most severely impacted. Hispanic, American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN), and Black students had much bigger declines in achievement than Asian American and White students.
NWEA researchers will also continue to conduct research into learning patterns that occur during the school year and over the summer and hope that new data will show a narrowing of gaps and more equitable learning conditions for all students. Additionally, NWEA researchers are partnering with CALDER at American Institutes of Research (AIR) and the Center of Education Policy and Research at Harvard to support a group of districts in determining how interventions are supporting COVID recovery.
"With the school year soon coming to an end, we can all look to summer as the perfect time to provide additional quality learning opportunities for students impacted by the pandemic. To ensure these opportunities are engaging and successful, states need actionable research on effective strategies that leverage afterschool, summer learning, and community partners," said Paolo DeMaria, NASBE President and CEO. "This summer learning research brief can inform state boards about what works to support students in high-quality summer programs that sustain positive gains made during the school year. High quality summer programs coupled with relevant ongoing evaluation will help unlock the tools we need to reduce summer learning loss and continue to accelerate student learning so each and every student thrives."
NWEA's Let's Talk about Summer Twitter Chat
NWEA's Policy and Advocacy Team will host a Twitter chat on April 12th at 2pm EDT to discuss barriers these student groups face, how high-quality summer programs could close these gaps, as well as how districts can use federal recovery funds to support students who have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. Join @NWEApolicy on Twitter using the hashtag #SummerLearningChat.
About NWEA
NWEA® (formerly known as Northwest Evaluation Association) is a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization that supports students and educators in more than 146 countries through research, assessment solutions, policy and advocacy services, professional learning and school improvement services that fight for equity, drive classroom impact and push for systemic change in our educational communities. Visit NWEA.org to learn more about how we're partnering with educators to help all kids learn.
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The Philippines' most-anticipated casino will leverage IGT's IGT ADVANTAGE casino management system and offer the first Peak49 cabinets in Asia
LONDON, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its IGT ADVANTAGE™ casino management system ("CMS") and a variety of leading IGT games and cabinets will be deployed at the soon-to-open NUSTAR Resort and Casino in Cebu, the Philippines.
This IGT ADVANTAGE deployment will connect NUSTAR Resort and Casino's impressive 1,500 slot games and 250 table games while enabling the casino to build patron loyalty, optimize its casino operations and access valuable, real-time performance analytics. It also positions NUSTAR Resort and Casino to offer cashless gaming in the future via IGT's Resort Wallet™ systems technology.
In addition to leveraging IGT's world-class CMS, NUSTAR Resort and Casino will be the first casino in Asia to deploy IGT's Peak49™ cabinet. Complete with a 49-inch, ultra-HD, portrait, progressively curved display and a range of ergonomic and convenience features, the Peak49 cabinet is supported by a rich content pipeline for Asia. The casino will offer its guests IGT's compelling, market-attuned Ying Cai Shen link on the Peak49 and CrystalCurve™ cabinets and will feature a variety of other performance-tested IGT games on its floor such as Cash Cove™ Fish On and Lucky Buddha™ on the CrystalDual 27 cabinet and Golden Jungle™ Grand and Coin O' Mania™ on the CrystalCurve cabinet.
"As Cebu's premier integrated resort, NUSTAR Resort and Casino prioritizes partnerships with experienced and trusted suppliers such as IGT who can help us deliver world-class gaming entertainment and build strong guest relationships through future-forward technologies," said Sabri Jaafar, NUSTAR Resort and Casino Vice President – EGM Operations.
"By powering its gaming floor with the IGT ADVANTAGE casino management system, NUSTAR Resort and Casino is equipped with casino technology that is proven throughout Asia and delivers highly advanced patron loyalty and casino floor optimization tools," said Dallas Orchard, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Gaming, APAC. "IGT's world-class cabinets and regionally popular games such as Cash Cove and Ying Cai Shen will help NUSTAR Resort and Casino achieve its performance goals and differentiate itself through gaming experiences for the region."
For more information, visit IGT.com, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, or watch IGT videos on YouTube.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
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- New benefits of Shop Now are added to JD.com's paid membership program JD PLUS.
- JD PLUS members can now receive coupons to use with payments for orders on Shop Now, and for utility bills as well.
SHANGHAI, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shop Now, a jointly-built business dedicated for JD.com's on-demand consumer retail section with Dada Group (Nasdaq: DADA), is now included in JD PLUS, JD.com's paid membership program. Various Shop Now-associated benefits are accessible to JD PLUS members.
JD PLUS members enjoy various privileges on Shop Now, including shopping coupons that can be used on the platform, and also those for paying utility bills via JD.com. The coupons are distributed at the JD PLUS members' disposal on the first of every month. In addition, benefits such as exclusive festival discounts, and phone top-up coupons are to be offered to JD PLUS members on an ad-hoc basis from time to time.
JD PLUS has become China's largest paid membership program in the industry with over 30 million members as of July 2022. In collaboration with over 1,200 renowned brands, JD PLUS has forged an omni-scenario ecosystem for members to enjoy premium benefits, online and offline.
Data shows that JD PLUS members demonstrate a strong trait of 'triple-highness', namely high-spending, highly active, and higher loyalty. And 80% of JD PLUS members are family-oriented consumers, who are characterized by a higher demand in the categories of fresh & raw, and FMCG products. In the past year, the proportion of JD PLUS members who have experienced the convenience of Shop Now service has continued to increase significantly, and the on-demand retail has been welcomed and recognized by more JD PLUS members.
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The HVAC company plans to use the format to promote the home service profession and discuss topics surrounding the trades
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air, a plumbing and HVAC company serving residential and commercial locations in California and Arizona, today announced the launch of its podcast, HeroTalk, which will promote the home service trades and discuss hot topics and issues affecting the industry.
"We are excited to be able to offer our expertise on everything involving the home service industry from customer service to the work in the field to leadership and management," said John Akhoian, co-founder and CEO of Rooter Hero. "The topic list should appeal to anyone who works in the industry and to people who want to learn more about it."
Akhoian said Rooter Hero has aired podcasts in the past but not on a consistent basis. HeroTalk will air weekly on Thursdays.
The podcast features Rooter Hero Contact Center Manager David Powers and Social Media Coordinator Katherine "Kat" Conches. Powers and Conches have already interviewed several experts, including Akhoian and other Rooter Hero managers, and have discussed topics ranging from the power of positive reviews to time management.
"We want this podcast to be as entertaining as it is informative," Powers said. "The topics are unique and delve into aspects of the home service trades that other podcasts don't investigate. We hope these new perspectives invite discussion with others in the industry and makes the listener think about things from a different angle."
The podcast is available on Google Podcasts, Amazon and Spotify.
Since 2011, Rooter Hero has been committed to providing the best in plumbing and drain services. With more than 90 years of plumbing experience, the Rooter Hero team prides themselves on creating a memorable experience for each customer.
The company provides solutions for both residential and commercial needs and offers 24/7 emergency service. Operating in service area locations throughout California and Arizona, Rooter Hero offers options such as HVAC service and installation in select areas. For more information, please visit https://rooterhero.com or call 844-219-2215.
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ASTI, Italy, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The match-up between Asti Docg and great international tennis championships has become an even bigger play with a number of important events taking place this July. As part of its ongoing partnership with the global ATP Tour, Asti Docg is the Official Sparkling Wine of the Infosys Hall of Fame Open in Newport, Rhode Island, from July 11-17, and of the Hamburg European Open in Hamburg July 18-24.
Infosys Hall of Fame Open in Newport is the only tennis tournament played on grass outside of Europe and on this special occasion Asti Spumante salutes the entry into the Hall of Fame of Lleyton Glynn Hewitt, a noted Australian tennis star and coach, who in 2001 at just shy of 21 years of age, rose through the ranks of ATP to 1° place, becoming the youngest player ever to reach that position.
After the events in the States, Asti is back in Europe to celebrate another great moment in tennis when athletes compete on red clay at the Rothenbaum Tennis Center, during the Hamburg European Open in Germany, for the first time a combined ATP and WTA event.
The winners will toast with a special bottle of Asti Spumante on the field. The tennis champions, insiders, and spectators alike will have the chance to appreciate the special characteristics of Asti Docg sparklers in the side events, at the bars and at the restaurants.
The link between Asti Docg and great international tennis is stronger than ever. After a warm welcome at the Nitto ATP Finals di Torino in November 2021 and the great success at the 79th edition of the ATP Masters 1000 Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome in May- followed by a special party at Villa Miani – the aromatic sparkling wines from Piedmont have reached new heights and new consumers during the ATP Tour. The spirit of Asti matches that of great tennis stars, hundreds of hardworking and dedicated winegrowers and producers who come together to make the best wines possible with dedication and passion, from Moscato Bianco in a Unesco heritage area. Consumers can rest assured that they are tasting the unique and special aromas of Asti Spumante and Moscato d'Asti, in Italy and throughout the rest of the world.
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Director of ASTI DOCG Consortium,
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ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) — A tiny, Soviet-made car is bed tonight for the older couple waiting to risk their lives by crossing the war’s front line in Ukraine. But they’re not fleeing — they’re going back in.
“Everything is there. Our roots are there,” says the man, 75. “Even people from Mariupolwant to go back.”
They don’t want to share their names out of fears for their safety as they attempt to make the long drive back to the Donetsk region in eastern Ukraine, the scene of some of the war’s fiercest fighting.
The world is now accustomed to images of millions of Ukrainians on the run from Russia’s invasion. In their shadow are people with a different kind of desperation and daring, heading the other way.
For some the pull is to reach loved ones, often vulnerable due to illness or infirmity, who were left behind. For others it’s a journey of nostalgia and defiance.
The couple want to go back to their home in Donetsk to take a look at least. They’re old. They’re homesick. It’s time to take chances. “Where else should we go?” the man says.
He leans against the boxy yellow Lada, resting his weight on the 40-year-old car and on two canes. His belongings are whatever his wife stuffed into the trunk before they fled.
“She forgot to bring her lover,” the man says, with mischief in his eyes. His wife of 53 years laughs, then comes close to tears as reality returns.
“You can go mad if you don’t make jokes,” she says.
Recent weeks have seen many Ukrainians who fled the country return home, but in many cases that’s because Russian forces withdrew from the area around the capital, Kyiv, regrouping for an offensive in the east. It’s not known how many people have crossed the front lines to return to contested areas and occupied cities.
Here in the southern city of Zaporizhzhia is a parking lot where volunteers have helped thousands of people fleeing in battered vehicles. Some have shattered windows. Others are missing doors. Many have signs saying “children” taped to their windshields.
On the edges of this are people headed in the other direction.
One is Igor Filko, who stands alone on the sidewalk, smoking. The 30-year-old was released Wednesday after three years in prison, emerging into a world he hardly recognized.
“Everything is different,” he says. “Everything is wrong.”
He is trying to make his way to the seaside city of Berdyansk and his wife, small child and mother. He sleeps at the train station. He has no phone, borrowing one from a volunteer at the reception center to call his family. He has no car, little money and a growing sense of just how dangerous it is to go home.
After his release, he tried to set off on foot but was quickly stopped at a checkpoint. Soldiers told him he wouldn’t be let out walking and certainly wouldn’t be let back in. Now he waits for a corridor to open.
Russian forces are tightening their control over Berdyansk, Filko says. They tell residents they should switch to Russian passports and the currency will change to the ruble soon. His family wants to leave. He wants to help them.
“I don’t know of another plan,” Filko says. “All my hopes are on getting at least my child out.”
Each family reaching the reception center has its own harrowing story supporting that desire to flee.
Tatyana Vasileva’s vehicle was shot at near the final checkpoint on the journey from occupied Melitopol, in the southeast. A shell flew over their roof, and Russian soldiers stole her money.
“Thank God we left before it got too bad,” Vasileva says.
Many of the new arrivals are from the southern city of Kherson, where Russian flags now fly.
Vitaly Bizyuk and his family drove three days to find an open corridor from there to Zaporizhzhia.
Along the way, they were pressured at Russian checkpoints to change their mind. Bizyuk is originally from Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in 2014. “They asked me, ‘Why not go there?’” he says. “I said, ‘Why, what did I forget there?’”
Disheveled and standing next to his dust-covered car, he describes life under occupation. The ruble will be introduced Sunday. Tanks are in the streets. The channels on TV, and the brands in markets, are Russian.
Bizyuk holds up a pack of Russian cigarettes and looks unhappy: “I needed to smoke.”
Over two months into the war, he also needed to get out. Unlike the couple in the Lada, he sees no return in sight.
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LOS ANGELES, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Buzzkill, a breakthrough non-alcoholic wine brand, announced the launch of their debut offering – an alcohol-removed classic Sauvignon Blanc with notes of lemongrass, passionfruit, and citrus undertones. Crafted by a renowned in-house winemaker, Buzzkill is made with real California grapes that are harvested, crushed, and fermented locally. The wine is then gently heated to remove the alcohol, preserving the vibrant acidity and thirst-quenching properties.
The past two years have seen a surge in the popularity of non-alcoholic beverages. Consumers are demanding new alternatives particularly in the wine segment, and modern technology has made it possible to develop high quality products without sacrificing taste and authenticity.
Beyond the credibility of the liquid, Buzzkill empowers people to embrace alcohol moderation through a bold, unapologetic brand ethos. When developing the company's mission, Founder and CEO Molly Fedick set out to create a brand that defied conventions, appealed to the Genzennial consumer, and encouraged consumers to feel confident in their decision to not drink alcohol.
"We decided to embrace being a total Buzzkill," said Fedick. "Younger consumers are a major influence in the move to moderation, and we saw an opportunity to reflect their attitude of acceptance and rebel against current brand archetypes in a refreshingly real way."
Previously serving as Creative Director of dating app Hinge, Fedick is known for unconventional marketing and a bold approach. To bring the concept to life, Fedick tapped strategic design agency Thirst Craft, whose work for Brooklyn Brewery and Boston Beer Company fueled their recent rise to prominence.
Matt Burns, Creative Director and Co-Founder of Thirst said, "Our goal was to craft an identity and shelf presence that would immediately set the brand apart from its peers in the category. To us, naming the brand "Buzzkill" was a bold move that called for embracing the stereotype, turning its meaning on its head, and leaning into a rebellious and fun persona in the development of the brand. These would become ownable hallmarks to make evident across the entire brand experience."
Drawing from her prior accomplishments as a master meme marketer, having built campaigns for Hinge, Budweiser and Dunkin', Fedick expects social media to play a key role in brand discovery for Buzzkill. "I don't know of a medium that's more organically integrated into customer's lives than meme marketing. It's an incredibly potent touchpoint to build awareness and relatability."
Buzzkill is available for purchase at www.buzzkillwines.com and www.Boisson.nyc.
Buzzkill is a breakthrough non-alcoholic wine brand made locally in California. Crafted by a renowned in-house winemaker, Buzzkill is the highest-quality alcohol-removed wine you will find. Proudly women-owned, vegan, and gluten-free. For media inquiries, contact becky@buzzkillwines.com.
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Published: Jul. 29, 2022 at 9:00 AM EDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
A shift in incentives appears to be an industry response to growing affordability concerns
SANTA MONICA, Calif., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueCar, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRUE), the easiest, most efficient and transparent online destination for buying and selling new and used vehicles, expects total new vehicle industry sales to reach 1,119,712 units in July 2022, down 10% from a year ago and down 2% from June 2022, when adjusted for the same number of selling days. This month's seasonally adjusted annualized rate (SAAR) for total light vehicle industry sales is an estimated 13 million, down 15% from July 2021. Excluding fleet sales, TrueCar expects U.S. retail deliveries of new cars and light trucks to be 975,597 units, down 14% from a year ago and down 1% from June 2022.
"This month we're seeing the first response from the industry to address affordability concerns, by increasing incentives for the first time in nearly 20 months," said Zack Krelle, Industry Analyst at TrueCar. "Even before the latest bump in federal interest rates, consumers were facing rising challenges to vehicle affordability. As rates go up, consumers are faced with increased monthly payments, even as average transaction prices remain flat."
And while inventory remains close to historically low levels, there is some emerging distinction between these levels among various OEMs.
"OEMs that have inventory and supply are weathering the drop in sales differently than the ones that don't," said Justin Colon, Vice President of OEM Solutions at TrueCar. "There may be long term implications for brands that are low on inventory, as those brands could lose some loyal customers."
Total sales for July 2022 are expected to be down 10% from a year ago and down 2% from June 2022 when adjusted for the same number of selling days.
Fleet sales for July 2022 are expected to be up 30% from a year ago and up 7% from June 2022 when adjusted for the same number of selling days.
Incentive spend is down 54% from last year but up slightly from June 2022.
Average transaction price is projected to be up 12% from a year ago and about the same as June 2022.
Total SAAR is expected to be down 15% from a year ago at 13 million units.
Used vehicle sales for July 2022 are expected to reach 3 million, down 17% from a year ago and up 4% from June 2022.
The average interest rate on new vehicles is 5.5% compared to June 2022 at 5.3% and the average interest rate on used vehicles is 8.5%.
The average loan term on a new vehicle for July 2022 is about 71 months and the average loan term on a used vehicle is also about 71 months, both up about one month since last July.
(Note: This industry insight is based solely on TrueCar, Inc.'s analysis of domestic industry sales trends and conditions and is not a projection of TrueCar, Inc.'s operations.)
About TrueCar TrueCar is a leading automotive digital marketplace that lets auto buyers and sellers connect to our nationwide network of Certified Dealers. With access to an expansive inventory provided by our Certified Dealers, we are building the industry's most personalized and efficient auto shopping experience as we seek to bring more of the process online. Consumers who visit our marketplace will find a suite of vehicle discovery tools, price ratings and market context on new, used and Certified Pre-Owned vehicles. When they are ready, shoppers in TrueCar's marketplace can connect with a Certified Dealer in our network, who shares our belief that truth, transparency and fairness are the foundation of a great auto shopping experience. As part of our marketplace, TrueCar powers auto-buying programs for over 250 leading brands, including AARP, Sam's Club, Navy Federal Credit Union and American Express.
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Newer, fitter descendants of Omicron variant begin to drive their own coronavirus waves
By Brenda Goodman, CNN
There’s no denying the numbers: Even with spotty reporting, Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations are rising again in the United States.
Cases are trending up in most states, and have increased by more than 50% compared with the previous week in Washington, Mississippi, Georgia, Maine, Hawaii, South Dakota, Nevada and Montana. In New York, more than a quarter of the state’s population is in a county with a “high” Covid-19 community level, where the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends indoor masking.
Average daily hospitalizations are up about 10% since last week, according to data collected by the US Department of Health and Human Services.
The culprit this time appears to be a spinoff of Omicron’s BA.2 subvariant called BA.2.12.1, which was first flagged by New York state health officials in April.
BA.2.12.1, which is growing about 25% faster than its parent virus, BA.2, accounts for nearly 37% all Covid-19 cases around the US, according to new estimates from the CDC.
BA.2 caused an estimated 62% of all Covid-19 cases last week, down from 70% the week before.
US, South Africa contend with faster new variants
BA.2.12.1 isn’t the only Omicron offshoot that scientists are watching.
After weeks of declines, South Africa recently saw its Covid-19 cases rise steeply in the last two weeks. Test positivity and hospitalizations have also popped up, as scientists have watched two relatively new subvariants, BA.4 and BA.5 now dominate transmission in that country. Taken together they accounted for almost 60% of all new Covid-19 cases by the end of April, according to South Africa’s National Institute of Communicable Diseases.
These new Omicron subvariants are spreading around the globe. BA.4 sequences have been reported in 15 countries and 10 US states, while BA.5 has been picked up in 13 countries and five US states, according to the website Outbreak.info, which maintained by a coalition of academic research centers and is supported by funding from the National Institutes of Health.
Like BA.2.12.1, BA.4 and BA.5 have a growth advantage over BA.2.
Omicron subvariants escape immunity
A new preprint study, published ahead of peer review, is pointing to why BA.4 and BA.5 are gaining ground: They can escape antibodies generated by previous infections caused by the first Omicron, BA.1, the variant responsible for the huge wave of infections that hit many countries in December and January. They can also escape antibodies in people who’ve been vaccinated and had breakthrough BA.1 infections, though this happened to a lesser degree than seen in people who’ve only been infected.
Researchers in South Africa tested the ability of antibodies in blood to disable BA.4 and BA.5 viruses in a lab. In people who were unvaccinated, but recently recovered from a BA.1 infection, they saw a more than 7-fold drop in the ability of their antibodies to neutralize BA.4 and BA.5 viruses. In people who’d been vaccinated, but recently had a breakthrough infection caused by BA.1, the drops were smaller, about 3-fold lower.
By way of comparison, the World Health Organization uses an 8-fold drop in neutralization as the threshold for the loss of protection that requires an update to seasonal influenza vaccines.
The study results led the researchers to write that “BA.4 and BA.5 have potential to result in a new infection wave,” making Covid-19 vaccinations and booster shots crucial to stopping the next wave.
“Our conclusions from this are first, that Omicron, by itself is not a great vaccine, right?” said Alex Sigal, a virologist at the Africa Health Research Institute who led the study. “Just because you were infected does not mean you have a lot of protection from what’s coming next.”
Dr. Eric Topol, a cardiologist who is the founder and director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute praised the research, pointing out that this lab was also the first to characterize the first Omicron variant: “They’ve been first rate all the way through the pandemic.”
He said overall the finding was not good news. Even people who recovered from a Covid-19 infection as recently as December or January can be reinfected by these new subvariants.
“That drop off of immune escape or immune evasion was pronounced in people who were unvaccinated,” Topol said, pointing out that only about 1 in 3 people in South Africa have been vaccinated against Covid-19.
For those who are vaccinated “Those people are also not as bad, but they also have to face BA.4 and BA.5 with less solid neutralizing antibody response,” he said. “The mutations in BA.4 and BA.5 are playing out to be a challenge to our immune response,” he said.
Researchers say it’s just too early to know if BA.4 or BA.5 will take off in the United States. So far, only a few dozen sequences of these viruses have been reported in the US and Canada.
It wouldn’t be surprising if they do, said Andy Pekosz, a virologist and professor of molecular microbiology and immunology at Johns Hopkins University.
“We’ve seen this over and over again. As a variant becomes dominant in another country eventually ends up here in the US and spreading globally,” Pekosz said.
In the meantime, Topol said, we have our own sublineage to deal with, BA.2.12.1.
“It may simulate the problems of BA.4 and BA.5,” Topol said. “We don’t know yet because there’s no study like this one from the Sigal lab.”
Shared mutation
BA.4 and BA.5 viruses and BA.2.12.1 have mutations at location 452 of their genomes. This region codes for a part of the viruses receptor binding domain — the part of the virus that docks onto a door on the outside of our cells. The Delta variant and some others have picked up mutations in this location. Researchers believe changes there help the virus bind more tightly to our cells and hide from frontline immune defenders called antibodies that try to block the virus from invading our cells.
“That may make it transmit better perhaps between our cells as well,” Sigal said in an interview with CNN.
BA.4 and BA.5 also have changes at location 486, which is a bit of a head-scratcher since previous viruses that changed in this location didn’t do well. They fizzled out.
“Suddenly, this guy manages it. So we don’t know what that does,” Sigal said. “My suspicion is that’s a heavy escape mutation,” he said, meaning that it helps the virus hide from our immune system.
Scientists have begun work to try to better understand BA.2.12.1, which has been detected in 22 countries, though most of the sequences have come from the United States.
Pekosz said he has been growing copies of BA.2.12.1 in his lab and has recently shipped samples of the virus to other research groups for study. He said scientists have just started talking about experiments they want to do to try to answer two key questions: How quickly is it copying itself, and how well does it escape our immunity?
Before the SARS-CoV2 virus, scientists thought coronaviruses didn’t change much. Pekosz said looking back, we didn’t know what we didn’t know.
As long as the virus continues to find hosts to infect, it will continue to evolve.
“This virus has shown that it mutated slowly, but when it started to pick up good mutations, they just kept coming and coming and coming,” he said.
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Topeka Zoo to welcome guests back to Butterfly Garden after nearly 4 years
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - After nearly four years, guests will be welcomed back to the Topeka Zoo’s Butterfly Garden.
On Tuesday, June 1, the Topeka Zoo announced that after nearly four years, it will once again welcome guests back to its Butterfly Garden. Expected to start next week, it said visitors will be able to walk among five species of free-flying native butterflies as they learn about their life stages and the importance of pollination.
The Zoo said the Butterfly Garden is a seasonal exhibit that runs from June through September and closes when the Monarch butterflies make their annual migration to Mexico.
Beyond the Butterfly House, the Zoo said it has 13 garden beds throughout the campus which provide the ideal habitats for pollinator species. In September, it said it will partner with the Kansas History Museum for citizen science, which will highlight the importance of butterflies and pollinators - especially in agriculture and the produce in the grocery stores.
“Over the past few years our guests expressed a desire for the Butterfly Garden to return,” said Director of Zoo Operations, Fawn Moser. “While Saving Sharks was a jaw-some experience in 2019 and 2020, we are pleased to bring back the butterflies and share our passion for preserving native pollinator species.”
The Zoo said visitors will have a little more time to enjoy the butterfly garden and other animals with extended summer hours, which are brand new this summer. Starting Thursday, June 2, it said it will be open until 8 p.m. every Thursday during June and July.
The Zoo also noted that the extended hours give guests another chance to check out Dinosaurs Alive! before it goes extinct on June 30. It said guests will be able to check out the gift shop as well as buy food from the Sunflower’s Cafe and Grill - all while also beating the summer heat.
Zoo staff noted that ticket prices will remain the same and can be bought online or at the gate. Zoo members are also able to attend at no additional cost.
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‘It was scary’: 21 students sent to hospital after school bus overturns on highway
ST. MATTHEWS, Ky. (WAVE/Gray News) - The St. Matthews Police Department is investigating a Tuesday morning crash involving a Jefferson County Public Schools bus on a local highway.
MetroSafe first reported the crash at about 7:10 a.m. on Interstate 64 near the Watterson Expressway interchange.
WAVE reports the school bus was carrying 21 students to Noe Middle and duPont Manual High schools, according to Mark Hebert, a JCPS spokesperson.
Hebert said the bus rolled onto its side after hydroplaning. When it came to rest, the bus was off the right side of the interstate on its left side, facing the wrong direction.
“Everybody was screaming, and we had to go through the front of the bus,” said sixth-grader Kennedy Thompson. “All of the emergency windows and exits were on the side that was down.”
Witness Colleen Hickman said there was heavy rain in the area when the crash happened.
“It was pouring down rain,” she said. “I had my windshield wipers on high, as high as they could go. And it was pouring.”
Hebert said all of the students on the bus were taken to three Louisville-area hospitals to be checked or treated for injuries. The bus driver was not injured.
Maggie Roetker, a spokesperson for Norton Healthcare, said none of the injuries appeared to be life-threatening.
“The patients that we received did not experience any significant head injuries,” said Dr. Mark McDonald with the Norton Children’s Hospital. “And in general, it was just superficial injuries and musculoskeletal injuries.”
The school district shared that it notified the parents or guardians of the students on the bus and that team members were at each of the hospitals.
Hebert said none of the students needed to stay overnight at the hospitals for treatment.
The crash closed the highway for more than two hours, according to police.
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For years California, Florida, Oregon, Washington, and other states have relied on incarcerated men and women to fight wildfires. They are trained to perform grueling work while earning just a few dollars, sometimes as little as $2 a day.
Incarcerated workers who serve as volunteer firefighters help contain and combat blazes as wildfires have become more frequent and intense while the U.S. Forest Service has struggled with staffing shortages due in part to low pay. Now a nonprofit group – with help from foundations and others – is helping incarcerated people who have been trained as firefighters secure careers in the profession once they leave prison.
Navigating the hurdles to a steady firefighting job isn’t easy. Brandon Smith knows those challenges firsthand. In 2012, he was at Wasco State Prison, near Bakersfield, Calif., about eight months into his sentence for nonviolent charges, when his prison counselor suggested he move to a fire camp. He would be able to live there and learn to fight fires while earning the same certifications as California’s seasonal firefighters.
At Bautista Conservation Camp in Riverside County, Smith came to love firefighting. It was one of the first times he was out in nature, and he was good at what he did. He became the leader of his hand crew, wielding a chainsaw at the front of a team that cut back flammable brush and trees to create perimeters that contain fires.
“When you’re incarcerated, you have this stigma of being a public nuisance, but being a firefighter provided an opportunity for me to give back to the community and also give myself a sense of pride,” Smith said. “It was something that I wanted to continue as a way of giving back to the community once I came home.”
But after completing his sentence in 2014, the pathway to a firefighting job wasn’t clear. The certifications he received while incarcerated didn’t count, and he couldn’t even apply for some positions due to his criminal record.
Together, Smith and Royal Ramey, who became a close friend in the fire camp, enrolled in a state-run fire academy to re-earn their required certifications. The classes were familiar — they had been through this before — and they graduated as the top two in their class.
Betty Ashe, a now-retired U.S. Forest Service battalion chief, helped them get their first jobs fighting the Lake Fire, which burned more than 31,000 acres in the San Bernardino National Forest in 2015. They both spent several years as wildland firefighters.
Smith and Ramey understood how a lack of access to information or networks could hold their peers back, so they began helping other incarcerated and previously imprisoned firefighters find their way. The two eventually founded the Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program and now work there full time.
The nonprofit offers training so participants can get the credentials they need for some entry-level state, federal, or private firefighting jobs. Participants spend time in the classroom and in the field doing fire-prevention work such as thinning forests on public lands and removing flammable vegetation from around people’s homes. Participants earn $17.50 an hour while they train.
A nearly $500,000 grant from the state of California helped the organization grow from a strictly volunteer effort. And in recent years, foundations began taking notice. Early supporters included Google.org, which provided $500,000. Venture-philanthropy organization New Profit gave $40,000, and the Worker’s Lab, which supports efforts to make workers more safe and secure, granted $150,000.
Current foundation donors include the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, which gave $304,000; the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, which gave $120,000; and the JM Kaplan Fund, which gave $175,000. This year the James Irvine Foundation presented Smith and Ramey with its Leadership Award, which came with a $250,000 prize.
“We really need people who are trained and who can help fight these wildfires,” said Charles Fields, vice president of program implementation at the Irvine Foundation. “At the same time, we have a lot of folks who are coming out of jails and prisons and who are looking for opportunities to become productive citizens in our society. It’s not easy to get back on your feet and find a job with the skills that are going to pay a living wage.”
The Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program takes those two important challenges and brings them together, Fields said.
The nonprofit now has a $3.4 million budget and has trained more than 3,000 people and helped more than 140 get jobs.
Through a partnership with the University of Southern California, students who are studying to get master’s degrees in social work serve as case managers to help trainees find housing, get driver’s licenses, and access mental-health services, if needed.
In addition, the nonprofit works with other partners to help participants navigate the court system. In 2020, California passed a law that allows formerly incarcerated firefighters to petition the courts to expunge their convictions upon release. If they win approval, they don’t have to wait until their parole ends to apply for jobs within municipal and county fire departments or to pursue the EMT credentials required of most full-time, higher-paying firefighting positions.
With the help of the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, the fire recruitment program has successfully filed 38 petitions, 12 of which have been granted so far, and 21 of which are pending.
The fire training organization plans to continue expanding its work. A Bay Area grant maker, Tipping Point Community, provided $150,000 to help the Los Angeles-based group expand to Oakland, where it will soon begin working with fire-camp alumni who return to the Bay Area. And last year, it launched the Buffalo Fire Crew, a private nonprofit firefighting group that includes many graduates of the training program.
“Our program is here to help people … make that 180-degree transition,” Smith says. “To go out and truly be public servants; to go out and prove to the community that my past does not define me.”
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SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) — The U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo on Thursday described claims by the Bosnian Serb leader that his security services are eavesdropping on the American ambassador to Sarajevo as “blustering” and added that his separatist policies are “gambling” with the future of the Serb entity in the Balkan state.
Milorad Dodik, a member of Bosnia’s tripartite presidency, claimed at a pre-election rally Wednesday that the Bosnian Serb spying agency is now capable of listening to the conversations by U.S. Ambassador Michael Murphy and his staff.
“We also listening in on to them now, it’s not only them listening in on us,” Dodik told his supporters. “I know what they are talking about.”
He said this was not possible to do this just a few years ago.
“What we say in private is the same as what we say in public — the United States remains committed to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and multiethnic character and we will respond to any destabilizing, anti-Dayton activity,” the U.S. Embassy tweeted, referring to a 1995 peace deal reached in Dayton, Ohio, between Bosniaks, Serbs and Croats that ended a war that left at least 100,000 people dead and millions homeless.
Although the peace deal ended the bloodshed, it left Bosnia deeply divided between the Bosniak-Croat federation and the Serb entity called Republika Srpska. Dodik has openly been striving to split the Serb entity from Bosnia and join it with neighboring Serbia.
“All of Mr. Dodik’s blustering cannot change the fundamental fact that the RS is not a state. It is one of BiH’s two entities,” the embassy tweet said. “His pursuit of an “Independent Srpska in BIH” isn’t protecting the RS or its residents, it is gambling with their future.”
Dodik, known for his staunchly pro-Russian stance, has been under U.S. financial and travel sanctions since January after the Biden administration accused him of “corrupt activities” that threaten to destabilize the region.
Media in Bosnia say Dodik is among politicians in more than two dozen countries who since 2014 were paid by Russia in exchange for exerting pro-Kremlin influence. According to a newly declassified review by U.S. intelligence agencies Russia has spent at least $300 million to sway both politics and policy in those states.
There are fears in the West that Russia is — through the Bosnian Serbs and its Balkan ally Serbia — working on destabilizing Bosnia to shift at least part of world attention from its war on Ukraine.
Celebrating a recently established holiday that promotes Serb unity in the Balkans, Dodik said joining Serbia remains the main goal for Bosnian Serbs.
“Today Serbs have two states, Republika Srpska and Serbia, but we will always strive to fight for unity,” he said.
Serbia’s populist President Aleksandar Vucic attended the celebrations in northern Bosnia on Thursday, saying “the historical moment demands that we unite and together defeat the madness that can turn these regions into a slaughterhouse again.” | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-us-scoffs-as-bosnian-serb-leader-claims-he-can-spy-on-us/ | 2022-09-15T15:04:43Z |
LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE:APD) will showcase industrial gas solutions and technologies for the agrochemical and specialty chemical markets at Specialty & Agro Chemicals America from June 28-30 at Belmond Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina.
Those attending are invited to stop by Air Products' booth #937 to speak with industry specialists and learn how Air Products' industrial gases, technologies, and supply solutions can address their specific processes and challenges. Air Products offers advanced industrial gas solutions for a variety of applications including inerting and blanketing, hydrogenation, reaction cooling, oxygen enrichment, particle size reduction, water treatment and more.
In support of ongoing innovation and enabling the company to better respond to customer needs, Air Products operates several state-of-the-art testing labs at its global headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The company's Cryogenic Grinding Lab allows a customer's product to be tested on production-scale equipment to help determine the feasibility of using cryogenics in their process. Air Products' Hydrogen Reaction Lab enables customers in used oil re-refining, transmix and renewable diesel markets to optimize their existing hydrotreatment processes and pursue higher yields, better quality and optimized gas use. Air Products also has a Clean Energy Lab to facilitate the development and full-scale testing of actual combustion systems using a full spectrum of gaseous, liquid and solid fuels.
For more than 80 years the chemical industry has relied on Air Products' experience applying nitrogen, hydrogen and oxygen technologies that can help improve safety, cut costs, reduce environmental emissions or increase capacity.
For more information on how Air Products' industrial gases and expertise can assist the agrochemical and specialty chemicals industry visit Air Products Chemicals Processing website.
About Air Products
Air Products (NYSE:APD) is a world-leading industrial gases company in operation for over 80 years. Focused on serving energy, environment and emerging markets, the Company provides essential industrial gases, related equipment and applications expertise to customers in dozens of industries, including refining, chemical, metals, electronics, manufacturing, and food and beverage. Air Products is also the global leader in the supply of liquefied natural gas process technology and equipment. The Company develops, engineers, builds, owns and operates some of the world's largest industrial gas projects, including: gasification projects that sustainably convert abundant natural resources into syngas for the production of high-value power, fuels and chemicals; carbon capture projects; and world-scale low- and zero-carbon hydrogen projects supporting global transportation and the energy transition.
The Company had fiscal 2021 sales of $10.3 billion from operations in over 50 countries and has a current market capitalization of about $55 billion. More than 20,000 passionate, talented and committed employees from diverse backgrounds are driven by Air Products' higher purpose to create innovative solutions that benefit the environment, enhance sustainability and address the challenges facing customers, communities, and the world. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements: This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management's expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release and are not guarantees of future performance. While forward-looking statements are made in good faith and based on assumptions, expectations and projections that management believes are reasonable based on currently available information, actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors, including risk factors described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021. Except as required by law, we disclaim any obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the assumptions, beliefs or expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances upon which any such forward-looking statements are based.
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Former officer, firefighter sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting minor, authorities say
CHARLESTON, W. Va. (WSAZ/Gray News) - Authorities say a former police officer and firefighter in West Virginia was sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting an underage girl.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Christopher Osborne, 26, was sentenced to 14 years in prison and must also serve five years of supervised release and register as a sex offender.
According to the criminal complaint, on Jan. 25, 2021, troopers received a complaint about a sexual assault that occurred at the Danville Fire Department.
WSAZ reports the victim, a juvenile, told troopers Osborne sexually assaulted her in the bunk room at the fire department and forcibly made her engage in sexual intercourse against her will.
Authorities said they reviewed surveillance footage which showed Osborne and the victim leaving the TV room of the department together and then entering the bunk room.
Danville Fire Chief Justin Chafin said they dismissed Osborne from the Danville Fire Department as soon as they were notified about the criminal investigation.
Officials with the Marmet Police Department said they immediately suspended Osborne without pay once hearing about the investigation.
According to WSAZ, investigators said Osborne used his position, authority and status as a firefighter to assault the victim.
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- Led by Canadian Agtech venture capital fund Emmertech
- Participation from the Cibus funds, Silicon Valley Bank, and existing investors
- Capital planned for expanding commercial footprint, R&D pipeline
TORONTO, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Vive Crop Protection announced today the close of its USD $26 million Series C investment round. The round was led by Emmertech with participation from the Cibus funds, and existing investors Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), Export Development Canada (EDC), and Urbana Corporation. Vive has also secured debt financing from Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) to provide both working and growth capital in support of their continued expansion.
Vive will have a second close in the next quarter to accommodate top-tier investor groups still completing diligence - all strategically focused on next-generation agriculture technology.
Vive will leverage its newest funding to accelerate the commercial deployment of its next-generation product portfolio into new North American markets while advancing its research and development pipeline.
"The investment by Emmertech, the Cibus funds, and existing investors, and the debt financing provided by Silicon Valley Bank underscores our success in delivering innovative solutions to farmers," says Darren Anderson, Chief Executive Officer of Vive Crop Protection. "We're extremely excited about how these new relationships will propel our business to the next level, including into global markets."
Vive's proprietary Allosperse® technology is a nanoscale, polymer-based delivery system that improves the targeting and performance of both synthetic and biological active ingredients, enhancing farmers ROI and sustainability profile.
"Since 2018, our products are estimated to have saved farmers 34 million gallons of water, 189,000 gallons of fuel, and 15,000 hours of farm labor," says Anderson. "In addition, feedback from our annual customer satisfaction survey has been overwhelmingly positive with 97% of respondents indicating their desire to re-use Vive products."
In the last 18 months, Vive has experienced rapid growth which is evident in new product registrations, and increases in customer base, employment roster, and revenue - which has more than doubled from sales of its seven EPA-registered products.
Following Vive's 2021 U.S. launch of AZterknot® fungicide, sales opportunities in new crop segments have been significant. Registered across a broad spectrum of crops, AZterknot demonstrates Vive's ability to more effectively deliver both biologicals and synthetic active ingredients in a single jug.
In its first full marketing season of 2022, AZterknot sales exceeded expectation with product use on more than 50,000 U.S. acres. "AZterknot showcases our ability to deliver biologicals with proven chemistry," says Anderson. "As the demand for biologicals increases, Allosperse will be an important technology for bringing more bio-based offerings to market."
Kyle Scott, Managing Director of Conexus Venture Capital & Emmertech, says, "We are thrilled to be backing Vive's outstanding team and the trust they've built among farmers with solutions that are efficient, sustainable, and profitable. We look forward to supporting Vive with their R&D infrastructure and entrance into global markets."
Vive is also pleased to announce the appointment of Kyle Scott to its Board of Directors.
Alastair Cooper, Head of Venture at the Cibus funds, says, "Our investment underlines our commitment to disruptive companies like Vive who place innovation at the core of their business model. As agriculture continues to embrace new technology, we believe Vive products will become increasingly important for maximizing on-farm efficiency and sustainability."
Graeme Millen, Managing Director and Climate Tech & Sustainability lead in Canada for Silicon Valley Bank, says, "Vive's unique technology exemplifies the power of next-generation solutions to create sustainable yet profitable outcomes for stakeholders. This approach aligns with SVB's role as an active partner for high impact Agtech companies and we're excited to support Vive's important mission."
Marketplace Achievements
- Seven commercially available products used on more than 2 million acres of U.S. farmland in 2022
- First to launch a three-way fungicide that combines Allosperse with biological and synthetic chemistries
- Intellectual property portfolio of more than 100 patents granted with others pending, plus R&D capabilities
- Recognized as one of Canada's Sustainability Changemakers for 2022 by the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) organization
- Corporate recipient of numerous international awards for its innovative Allosperse technology
Vive recognizes Fort Capital Partners for their advisory role in this funding round.
Vive creates Precision Chemistry to expand the horizons of Precision Ag. Utilizing the patented Allosperse® Delivery System, Vive improves the targeting and performance of chemical and biological active ingredients, helping growers achieve real results. Learn more at vivecrop.com.
Emmertech is an agtech fund built from the industry outwards, with an investor base which includes some of Canada's most innovative farmers, agribusiness owners, agriculture-centred insurers and financial institutions, and Canada's biggest agricultural province through Innovation Saskatchewan. Emmertech is fund-managed by Conexus Venture Capital, built with the vision that Canada can become a global leader in agriculture innovation if our founders are given proper access to early stage venture capital. Learn more at emmertech.ca.
The Cibus funds are advised by ADM Capital Europe LLP. The Cibus Enterprise strategy invests in innovative venture Agrifood Tech companies that adopt technologies to enable the profitable and sustainable capture of high-growth markets. Learn more at cibusfund.com.
Silicon Valley Bank, the bank of the world's most innovative companies and investors, provides commercial banking services, expertise and insights to the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity, venture capital and premium wine industries. Silicon Valley Bank operates in centers of innovation around the world and is one of SVB's core businesses with SVB Capital, SVB Private and SVB Securities. With global commercial banking services, Silicon Valley Bank helps address the unique needs of its dynamic, fast-growing, innovative clients. Learn more at svb.com.
Urbana Corporation is a diversified corporation with a focus on financial services, information services and innovative technologies. The long-term goal of Urbana is to seek and acquire investments for income and capital appreciation through a combination of public and private investments. The portfolio mix of actively managed publicly traded securities with private equity investments has generated significant long-term investment results. Learn more at urbanacorp.com.
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Unarmed man dies in struggle with police; video shows lack of de-escalation
(AP) - A caller to 911 in Salt Lake City said a man had come into a brewery in his underwear, tried to steal beer and was running around in the street, posing a danger to himself and to drivers. Police tried to detain the man. Soon, Nykon Brandon was dead.
After the Salt Lake City Police Department on Friday released body-camera footage of the Aug. 14 fatal encounter and the 911 recording, activists on Saturday were asking why an unarmed person wound up dead and were accusing police of using disproportionate force.
“Stealing a beer does not equate to the death penalty,” said Lex Scott, founder of Black Lives Matter-Utah. “I don’t care if this man robbed 10 banks in one day. He didn’t deserve to die. He deserved to make it to court.”
The death of Brandon, who was 35, comes as the United States is still seeing uncounted numbers of police killings of unarmed people, many of whom were suffering a mental health crisis. Activists have called for reforms, saying rather than armed police who can often escalate situations, a better solution would be for special mental health crisis teams to respond.
Brandon’s Facebook page says he’d attended Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and worked for a firm that sells appliances, plumbing and hardware. Many people who posted on his page expressed shock and grief over his death.
The 911 caller said a man had come to Fisher Brewing, attacked a person at the door and was “running around crazy. Very erratic. He just jumped in and out of the road.”
“Definitely mental health issues,” the caller said. “So if you’ve got mental health resources, send them out.”
Instead, bodycam footage shows a police officer get out of his patrol car and order Brandon to stop. When he resists and puts up a fist and appears to reach for the officer’s holstered pistol, another officer pushes Brandon to the ground and the two officers try to pin him down. “Stop,” one of the officers says repeatedly as Brandon is on a gravel bed between the road and the sidewalk and continuing to push against the officers.
No de-escalation attempts by the police are visible or audible in the footage from nine body-worn cameras, even though an executive order signed by Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall two years ago requires all Salt Lake City Police Department officers to use de-escalation techniques before using force.
“De-escalation tactics are no longer suggested or preferred — they are mandatory prior to using force to effect an arrest unless it would be unreasonable to do so,” Mendenhall said in announcing the police reforms, which were prompted in part by the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police in 2020.
Salt Lake City Police Department spokesperson Brent Weisberg said of the Aug. 14 incident: “As the body-worn camera video shows, this is a situation that rapidly unfolded. It was a chaotic situation and our officers were required to make very fast decisions to get a situation under control that was very tense.”
Before Brandon walked into Fisher Brewing, he had been taken by South Salt Lake Police to a detox facility after they received a report of a man acting confused and scared at a park just after 1 p.m. on Aug. 14, KUTV reported.
Officers determined he was intoxicated, took him to the facility and cited him for public intoxication. But the facility is not a detention center and patients can leave at their will, KUTV reported.
The Salt Lake City Police Department officers encountered Brandon at 3:22 p.m. In the videos, he’s not heard speaking during his struggles with the officers, except for maybe a couple of words that are unclear.
A minute later, a third officer arrives. Video shows Brandon grabbing onto his holster and gun. They finally manage to cuff Brandon’s hands behind his back as he lies on the gravel belly down.
“We want to help you,” an officer says. “You’ve got to stop fighting with us.”
After a few seconds, Brandon stops moving. An officer taps Brandon on the shoulder with his gloved hand and asks “Can you hear me?” three times. Brandon does not respond.
“Get him in recovery,” an officer commands, and the others roll Brandon onto his side.
“Come on man,” an officer says. All the camera footage released by the police goes dark at that point.
Salt Lake City Police said in a press release that officers began to perform medical aid at 3:27 p.m. A minute later, they administered the first of multiple doses of Narcan and started performing chest compressions.
“At 4:16 p.m. SLCPD is notified that Mr. Brandon died. The exact time of death is unknown,” the news release said.
The police department said a thorough investigation was being conducted by an outside agency and that the department’s own internal affairs unit would conduct a separate investigation.
Rae Duckworth, operating chairperson for Black Lives Matter’s Utah chapters, wants to know why the released footage doesn’t show the officers trying to help Brandon.
“We don’t even have proof they actually administered aid. We don’t have proof that they actually administered Narcan,” Duckworth said.
Weisberg, the police spokesperson, said footage of the resuscitation efforts was not released out of consideration for Brandon’s family.
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Rescuers continue searching for a hiker in southwestern Utah after a flash flood struck in a national park.
More than 20 people looked Saturday for Jetal Agnihotri of Tucson, Arizona, near the Virgin River in Zion National Park, according to park officials.
Rangers received a report Friday afternoon of multiple hikers being "swept off their feet" by a flash flood in the Narrows near the Temple of Sinawava, a media release from the park said.
"Park rangers and other members of the Zion Search and Rescue Team responded quickly to this event, and we are continuing our efforts," said park superintendent Jeff Bradybaugh.
Rangers found an injured hiker who had been swept downstream several hundred yards, the release said. That person was taken to a hospital for treatment.
"Other rangers hiked up Riverside Walk and found several hikers who were isolated by high water on high ground," the release said. "Rangers directed them to remain in place until water receded and then assisted them to safety."
Rangers also interviewed groups of visitors exiting the Narrows and Riverside Walk to ensure they were not missing anyone, the release said. Officials later learned that Agnihotri was overdue from a trip in the Narrows.
The affected areas are closed to public access.
Several states are under flood watches through Sunday morning. Storms were forecast to shift into the southern Plains region and Louisiana over the weekend.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Good news for Garth Brooks fans in North Texas! There are more tickets available for the Garth Brooks concert in Arlington.
Officials say that there are now new seated ticket selections on sale, as well as standing room tickets still available.
Seated tickets will cost you $98.98 (all-inclusive) and standing room tickets will cost you $50 (all-inclusive).
There are only three ways to buy tickets for this concert:
- Go to ticketmaster.com/garthbrooks
- Get your tickets at the Garth Brooks Like at Ticketmaster by calling 1-877-654-2784
- Download the Ticketmaster app on your smartphone and buy the tickets through the app
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Officers respond to incident in west-central Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Officers from multiple law enforcement agencies responded Friday morning to an incident at a home in west-central Topeka.
Neighbors reported hearing several large “bangs” around 7:25 a.m. in the 2300 block of S.W. Hazelton Court.
Neighbors said officers entered a vacant house at 2300 S.W. Hazelton Court. The location was at the northwest corner of S.W. Hazelton Court and Plass Avenue, about a block east and a block south of S.W. 8th and MacVicar Avenue.
Officers were seen in and behind a garage around 7:45 a.m. at the address. The garage entrance was facing the 800 block of S.W. Plass Avenue.
Several law enforcement units — including an armored vehicle— left the scene around 7:52 a.m.
There were no immediate reports of injuries or arrests.
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In the year that celebrates its 150th anniversary, the company reported a 2021 revenue of almost EUR 2.1 billion and a record profit of EUR 158 million with an EBIT margin of 7.5 percent.
LITTLETON, Mass., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In the year of its 150th anniversary, TÜV Rheinland is presenting a record-breaking balance sheet. The international testing service provider generated revenues of EUR 2.091 billion in 2021 (2020: EUR 1.952 billion). This corresponds to a year-on-year increase of 7% and is a new high. In the 2021 fiscal year, TÜV Rheinland posted the highest EBIT in its 150-year history of EUR 157.8 million. The EBIT for 2021 was therefore much higher than in the previous year. In 2020 – due to non-recurring effects – TÜV Rheinland posted EBIT of EUR -23.6 million. The company's EBIT for 2021 was also a considerable EUR 22.2 million higher than in 2019 (EUR 135.6 million). The EBIT margin reached 7.5% after -1.2% in 2020 and 6.5% in 2019, the last pre-pandemic year.
"Our employees around the world were fully committed to our customers in 2021 – despite the continuing challenges of the coronavirus pandemic. Thanks to these efforts and successful measures to increase efficiency, we can be very happy with our performance in our anniversary year. The positive result gives us additional leeway to invest in our future and further growth," says Dr. Michael Fübi, CEO of TÜV Rheinland AG.
150 years of TÜV Rheinland
With regard to the company's anniversary and TÜV Rheinland's role in overcoming the imminent, global challenges, Dr. Fübi continues: "We are looking ahead. For 150 years, we have seen ourselves as a partner for new technologies – yesterday it was steam boilers, today it is renewable energy, tomorrow it will be artificial intelligence. We use safety to make such innovations a success, in line with our aim of making the future a little safer. We are paying particular attention to services for a more sustainable economy. We thus intend to continue growing profitably."
Focus on sustainability
In the future, TÜV Rheinland will amplify its contribution to sustainable development as defined by the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and to the fight against the climate crisis. For the testing company, this entails both improving customers' sustainability with its own services and how it performs its own services. "It is absolutely clear that TÜV Rheinland's development hinges on the environment and society in which we operate. This means we have an ecological and social responsibility that we live up to – in the past, in the present, and in the future," says Michael Fübi.
The journey to a more sustainable future also provides TÜV Rheinland with good economic prospects. The testing company has recently bundled its wide range of sustainability services in almost all service areas worldwide. At the same time, the experts are working to implement new, innovative testing services for future areas such as carbon-neutral business, energy generation without fossil fuels, and social standards in global supply and value chains. A wealth of information and services for more sustainability are now available from TÜV Rheinland here.
TÜV Rheinland as partner for new technologies
TÜV Rheinland has seen itself as a partner for new technologies since it was founded 150 years ago. A current example is the rapidly growing electromobility segment. Since last year, TÜV Rheinland has been building a large testing laboratory for drive batteries in Aachen, which will open in June 2022. Most recently, TÜV Rheinland and its partner TWAICE founded Battery Quick Check GmbH in March 2022. The new company aims to launch a service to evaluate drive batteries of used electric vehicles on the market from fall 2022. In addition, the company's experts provide support for the type approval of newly developed vehicles, particularly with regard to increasingly automated driving. For example, TÜV Rheinland assisted the homologation of the world's first driver assist system for highly automated driving (SAE Level 3) for use on the road, namely Drive Pilot in the S-Class and EQS from Mercedes-Benz.
Another example is hydrogen, which can provide a solution to the problem of storing renewable energy and offers an opportunity to combine previously separate areas such as electricity, heating and mobility. In 2021, TÜV Rheinland established a global hydrogen competence center, in which it bundles its many services for the safe production, storage, transport and use of hydrogen as an energy carrier worldwide. A hydrogen testing laboratory recently opened in Cologne underscores TÜV Rheinland's aim to help shape the transition to renewable energy.
Financial position and capital expenditure
TÜV Rheinland's equity increased by EUR 151.2 million from EUR 285 million to EUR 436.2 million in 2021. Net cash from operating activities totaled EUR 205.9 million in the 2021 fiscal year (2020: EUR 223.2 million).
Capital expenditure amounted to EUR 57.7 million in 2021 and was thus somewhat lower than in the previous year. These investments focused on various software and digitization projects as well as on the expansion of testing capacity and the creation, expansion and modernization of testing laboratories. TÜV Rheinland invested a total of EUR 5 million in a new testing laboratory in Budapest. In addition, EUR 13.8 million was spent on testing equipment and facilities for the Products business stream. Investment continued in one of Europe's largest and most state-of-the-art test centers for drive batteries, which TÜV Rheinland is currently building in Aachen, with EUR 1.2 million spent in 2021. The Mobility business stream also invested EUR 1.4 million in vehicle inspection centers in Chile.
Find more information about TÜV Rheinland's annual results here.
About TÜV Rheinland
150 years of safety: Since 1872, TÜV Rheinland's mission has been to make technology safe for people and the environment. From the steam engine to digitalization, the erstwhile "Verein zur Überwachung der Dampfkessel in den Kreisen Elberfeld und Barmen" (Association for the Inspection of Steam Boilers in the Districts of Elberfeld and Barmen) has evolved into a global testing service provider ensuring safety and quality in virtually all areas of business and life. This responsibility is now shared by more than 20,000 employees, who generate annual revenues of around EUR 2.1 billion. Around the globe, experts from TÜV Rheinland test technical systems and products, support innovations in technology and industry, train personnel in a wide range of professions, and certify management systems according to international standards. With safety and sustainability, TÜV Rheinland is also shaping the future. Since 2006, TÜV Rheinland has therefore been a member of the United Nations Global Compact to promote sustainability and combat corruption. Website: www.tuv.com
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BOSTON, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SVB Securities, a leading investment bank serving the innovation economy, announced today the addition of Amy Champion to the firm's Equity Trading team as a Senior Managing Director. She will play a key role in the buildout of SVB Securities' technology trading capabilities.
"We are thrilled to welcome Amy to the team to strengthen our technology trading offerings," said Robert Leerink, Senior Managing Director and Head of Institutional Equities at SVB Securities. "Amy's extensive experience will be invaluable as we continue to provide best-in-class services to our clients."
Champion brings over 20 years of experience in technology trading. She joins SVB Securities from Credit Suisse, where she was most recently a Director responsible for all TMT trading within the Cash Equity Trading division. She started her career at UBS as a Nasdaq market maker focused on telecom/telecom equipment.
"This is an exciting time to join SVB Securities, which has established itself as a leader in the technology sector and innovation economy," said Champion. "I am looking forward to collaborating with the team to accelerate our technology trading efforts to achieve exceptional outcomes for clients."
SVB Securities' seasoned Institutional Equities team focuses on healthcare and technology, covers 900 institutions, and provides clients with valuable insights and high-quality trading execution for equity, derivative, and debt securities.
To learn more, visit: https://www.svbsecurities.com/
About SVB Securities
As a leading investment bank serving the innovation economy, SVB Securities helps its clients move healthcare and technology forward. With differentiated sector knowledge, deep expertise, and an extensive suite of capital market and advisory solutions, the firm is the innovation economy's partner of choice. SVB Securities is one of SVB Financial Group's (Nasdaq: SIVB) core businesses, along with Silicon Valley Bank, SVB Private, and SVB Capital. Learn more at svb.com. [SIVB-L]
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Argentina hoping to entice remote workers with new visa
By DANIEL POLITI
Associated Press
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Argentina is joining a growing list of countries trying to woo remote workers by implementing a temporary visa targeted at digital nomads, who can work anywhere in the world as long as they have a good internet connection. Argentina’s announcement Tuesday makes it the second country in South America with such a program. Neighboring Brazil took a similar step earlier this year. The new visa will be valid for six months and can be renewed once, compared to a maximum of a three-month stay for a regular tourist visa. It will also provide a series of benefits, including discounts on flights with state-owned airline Aerolíneas Argentinas. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/10/argentina-hoping-to-entice-remote-workers-with-new-visa/ | 2022-05-10T23:05:54Z |
PALM BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida boy who went missing Saturday afternoon has been found dead, according to authorities.
Dahud Jolicoeur, 5, disappeared from his home in Palm Beach County at around 5 p.m., according to WPTV.
Hours later, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Dahud died from a “possible drowning” early Sunday morning.
“We extend our condolences to Dahud’s family, friends and the Palm Beach County community,” the department said.
According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, the 5-year-old was found dead in a waterway a block from his home.
Before the boy was found, deputies said Dahud was autistic, non-verbal, and couldn’t swim. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/missing-5-year-old-found-dead-in-florida-waterway/ | 2022-09-11T16:24:02Z |
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – A new program could help connect tens of millions of families across the country to the internet.
President Joe Biden on Monday announced a new government partnership with internet providers.
“It’s going to change people’s lives,” Biden said.
In last year’s infrastructure package, Congress earmarked billions of dollars for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which gives low-income families $30 monthly subsidies for internet. Now, the Biden Administration is announcing a deal with 20 companies to offer high-speed internet to qualified families for the price of that subsidy, making their internet essentially free.
“This means fast internet, good download speeds with no data caps and no extra fees,” Biden said.
WOW! Internet CEO Teresa Elder said her company is thrilled to be part of the program and helping families get access.
“So they can stay connected for learning, for telehealth, for entertainment, just socially connecting,” Elder said.
The administration estimates that about 48 million households qualify for the program and said they will now be able to better afford internet access.
“When we connect people with high speed internet, we connect them with opportunity,” Vice President Kamala Harris said.
Families need to sign up to participate. The Biden administration is launching getinternet.gov to help get the word out. They’re also sending messages to eligible people through federal agencies and local service organizations.
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said convincing people to join is an important piece of this effort.
“We have to do more education to let folks know it’s here, you can afford it and you really need to sign up,” Raimondo said.
Ultimately, the president’s team is hopeful cutting costs here provides some relief from rising inflation.
“A little more breathing room to help them pay their bills,” Biden said.
“If the American family can say, ‘my internet bill just went to $0 a month,’ that’s fantastic,” Raimondo added. | https://cw33.com/news/washington-dc-bureau/new-government-partnership-aims-to-make-internet-more-affordable-and-accessible/ | 2022-05-09T23:00:36Z |
DALLAS, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- COMSovereign Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: COMS and COMSP) ("COMSovereign" or the "Company"), a U.S.-based developer of 4G LTE Advanced and 5G communication systems and solutions, today announced that it has received a letter from the Listing Qualifications Department of the Nasdaq Stock Market ("Nasdaq") stating that the Company is not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) (the "Rule") because the Company failed to timely file its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 (the "Form 10-K") with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC").
As previously disclosed in the Form 12b-25 filed on March 31, 2022 by the Company with the SEC, the Company was unable to file the Form 10-K by the required due date of March 31, 2022 due to the six acquisitions completed by the Company during the last fiscal year, two of which are based outside of the United States, requiring complex outside valuations and purchase price allocations in order to comply with U.S. GAAP accounting principles. In addition, the Company is obtaining appraisals of impairment of goodwill, which has taken more time than expected.
Under Nasdaq rules the Company now has 60 calendar days to submit a plan to regain compliance. If Nasdaq accepts the Company's plan, it may grant an exception of up to 180 calendar days from the Filing's due date, or until October 12, 2022, for it to regain compliance.
The Company anticipates that it will file its Annual Report on Form 10-K within 30 days.
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COMSovereign Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: COMS) has assembled a portfolio of communications technology companies that enhance connectivity across the entire data transmission spectrum. Through strategic acquisitions and organic research and development efforts, COMSovereign has become a U.S.-based communications provider able to provide 4G LTE Advanced and 5G telecom solutions to network operators and enterprises. For more information about COMSovereign, please visit www.COMSovereign.com.
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BEIJING, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An ancient Chinese saying goes, "True knowledge only comes from practice in the field." As a political leader who comes from the grassroots level, Chinese President Xi Jinping has practiced his people-centered governance with improved effectiveness through decades of working at the local level.
In the early 1990s, economic exchanges across the Taiwan Straits were gradually being restored as the reform and opening-up policy went deeper and further across the nation. With its enormous market potential, the Chinese mainland soon generated significant interest from entrepreneurs based in the Taiwan region. And Fuzhou, the capital city of southeast China's Fujian Province, only 200 km away from the island, quickly became the second biggest destination for investment from Taiwan.
Unfortunately, the enthusiasm of investors soon cooled down when they were confronted with the daunting administrative process. In 1990, Xi became the secretary of the Communist Party of China's (CPC) Fuzhou Municipal Committee. After carefully examining the situation, he proposed the adoption of a new approach called "Do It Now," which aimed at cutting the red tape.
The approach unleashed Fuzhou's potential. From 1990 to 1995, the city's GDP shot up to over 40 billion yuan, from less than 10 billion yuan, far outstripping the national average growth rate. Fuzhou was soon recognized as a major boom town.
"Right now we're faced with lots of problems for which there's no lack of proper solutions," Xi said at the time. "What it takes is the will to get things done. That's why I insist on action, which is essential in implementing our theories, guidelines and policies. Effective implementation is the key to success."
Twenty years on, the Fuzhou government remains committed to the policy of "Do It Now."
Another trademark of Xi's governing style is his determination to root out corruption, regardless of the perpetrators' status. As early as 1988 in Ningde, Fujian Province, Xi led a successful drive to end illegal land occupation.
Xi was the party chief of the CPC Ningde Prefectural Committee from 1988 to 1990, the youngest member of the committee.
Shortly after taking office, Xi spent a month in villages, companies, schools and government departments to conduct surveys. People told him that some officials illegally used public land to build their own houses. He was determined to stop the illegal land occupation. He led a team on the first steps of an anti-corruption drive in Ningde.
When Xi asked an official of the discipline commission if he thinks ordinary people are content with the situation, the official answered negatively. Xi then asked the official if he thinks the situation is harming people's productivity, to which the official answered affirmatively.
"Then I asked if we should upset about three million people or thousands of officials who violated the Party's discipline," Xi revealed during an interview in 2003.
"He said, 'Of course we would rather offend the two or three thousand officials.' I replied, 'We shall do this, and strive for it without turning back."
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Sikhs are suing the US Marine Corps for the right to wear their turbans and beards
By Harmeet Kaur, CNN
Four Sikhs are suing the US Marine Corps over restrictions that effectively force them to choose between their career and their faith.
In a lawsuit filed on Monday in the US District Court for the District of Columbia, attorneys for Capt. Sukhbir Singh Toor and three prospective recruits allege that the Marine Corps refuses to allow the men to keep their beards during most deployments abroad and requires them to remove their turbans and beards during recruit training. Many Sikhs wear a turban and do not cut their hair or shave their beards as an outward commitment to their faith.
The Marine Corps has said its strict grooming standards are in place to ensure uniformity and safety. But lawyers for Toor, Milaap Singh Chahal, Aekash Singh and Jaskirat Singh argue that the standards are unevenly applied and violate the men’s religious rights, saying that accommodations granted by other branches of the US military have shown that Sikhs can serve and maintain their articles of faith without issue.
“Assertions that recruits can prove their fidelity to country and comrades only by betraying sacred promises they have made to God are precisely what the First Amendment’s Religion Clauses were designed to avert,” the attorneys state in the lawsuit.
The Marine Corps directed questions about the lawsuit to the Department of Justice, which declined to comment for this story.
‘He basically can’t deploy‘
Toor, who is currently serving as a field artillery officer in Twentynine Palms, California, made the decision to cut his hair and shave his beard when he joined the Marine Corps in 2017 in order to comply with the force’s policies, according to the lawsuit. Once he was selected for a promotion in 2021, he requested a religious accommodation that would allow him to keep his turban and beard.
The Marine Corps responded to Toor’s request “‘sometimes,’ but with exceptions and caveats that render the accommodations meaningless,” the lawsuit said. Initially, he was allowed to keep his hair, but prohibited from wearing a turban while serving in ceremonial duties or combat zones. He was allowed to keep a beard only when he wasn’t deployed or “subject to deployment on short notice.”
Toor appealed that decision, and the Marine Corps ultimately allowed him to wear his articles of faith during ceremonial duties. Still, as it stands, he cannot wear a turban and beard while deployed in areas where he could face hostile fire or imminent danger pay, according to the lawsuit — a list of 39 countries that includes Israel, Uganda and Turkey.
“When you think about the restrictions that are still placed on his accommodation right now, he basically can’t deploy,” Giselle Klapper, senior staff attorney for The Sikh Coalition, told CNN. “He’s a field artillery officer — the nature of what he was trained to do is to deploy, so that’s extremely career limiting. He’s left on the bench right now.”
Milaap Singh Chahal, Aekash Singh and Jaskirat Singh, the three prospective recruits, all requested religious accommodations last year, according to the lawsuit. They were granted a partial accommodation similar to Toor, and were also told that they would have to shave their beards and remove their turbans during boot camp.
“There’s this perception that you can pack up your Sikh faith in a suitcase and then pull it out after basic training and quite frankly, that’s just not the way it works,” Amandeep Sidhu, a partner at the law firm of Winston & Strawn also representing the four men, told CNN. “That’s not the way the Sikh faith works. It’s not the way that the laws that apply to the Marine Corps work.”
The four men declined to be interviewed for the story, but Milaap Singh Chahal, Aekash Singh and Jaskirat Singh said in a joint statement that they “remain ready to meet the high mental and physical standards of the Marine Corps because we want to serve our country alongside the best.”
They continued, “We cannot, however, give up our right to our religious faith while doing so — not least of all because that is one of the core American values that we will fight to protect at all costs as proud U.S. Marines.”
Advocates dispute the Marine Corps’ concerns
The Marine Corps has previously justified its grooming and dress standards by citing an interest in maintaining uniformity in its ranks.
In explaining why it denied Jaskirat Singh’s request for an accommodation during boot camp, the Marine Corps said “breaking down individuality and training recruits to think of their team first” was a key part of recruit training, according to the lawsuit.
But in recent years, the Sikh Coalition and its legal partners argue, the Marine Corps has relaxed some standards and embraced diversity in ways that contradict that reasoning. The force currently allows some natural hairstyles for women, and in a memo last year, the Marine Corps updated a policy to allow tattoos on any area of the body besides the head, neck and hands.
“The tattoo policy over the years has attempted to balance the individual desires of Marines with the need to maintain the disciplined appearance expected of our profession,” US Marine Corps Commandant David H. Berger wrote in the October 2021 bulletin. “This Bulletin ensures that the Marine Corps maintains its ties to the society it represents and removes all barriers to entry for those members of society wishing to join its ranks.”
Another concern that the Marine Corps has raised is the question of whether gas masks would fit properly with a beard. But earlier this year, the attorneys argued, the Marine Corps eased restrictions on Marines who aren’t able to shave because of certain medical conditions, raising questions about why Sikhs weren’t granted full accommodations.
Attorneys for Toor and the three recruits also pointed to how the US Army and US Air Force have recently streamlined their processes for religious accommodations and allowed Sikhs serve while maintaining their articles of faith, provided that they conform to certain grooming standards.
“These are guys who just graduated from high school a few years ago, who very specifically want to join the Marines,” Sidhu said, referring to the three recruits. “They could have taken the comparatively easy route and decided to join the Army where dozens and dozens of Sikhs are serving and there’s a track record, but they they wanted to be Marines.”
After a similar lawsuit alleging a violation of religious rights was filed against the Navy, the Navy secretary directed the Navy and the Marine Corps last November to study how facial hair affects the function of gas masks, the military newspaper Stars and Stripes reported. That review is ongoing.
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A look at what’s happening around the majors on Friday:
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WHAT A START!
Phillies interim manager Rob Thomson tries to extend his unbeaten run when Arizona visits Citizens Bank Park.
Thomson is 6-0 since taking over after manager Joe Girardi was fired last Friday.
Thomson is off to the best start by a first-time major league manager since Boston’s Joe Morgan won his first 12 games in 1988, the Elias Sports Bureau said.
Overall, Philadelphia has won a season-high seven in a row and improved to 28-29. Bryce Harper and Odúbel Herrera both homered for the second straight day as the Phils beat the NL Central-leading Brewers 8-3 Thursday.
Kyle Gibson (3-2, 4.40 ERA) starts for the Phillies against Zac Gallen (4-1, 2.40) and the Diamondbacks.
NEW STREAK
The Los Angeles Angels are looking to start a new — better — streak on Friday.
The Angles beat Boston 5-2 Thursday night, snapping a 14-game losing streak, the longest in franchise history. It was Los Angeles’ first win since May 24 and the first victory for interim manager Phil Nevin, who replaced the fired Joe Maddon after Monday’s series-opening loss.
The Mets open a three-game series in Anaheim on Friday and are sending Tylor Megill (4-2, 4.41 ERA) to the mound against an Angels team that won Thursday for only the fourth time in 22 games since May 15.
Los Angeles has not named a starter.
TOUGH BREAK
Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson is expected to miss four to six weeks after his right thumb was broken by a foul ball.
The 25-year-old Stephenson was injured in the fourth inning of Cincinnati’s 5-4 loss to Arizona on Thursday. He already had missed time this season because of a concussion.
Stephenson is hitting .305 and there was speculation that he would be the Reds’ representative in the All-Star Game.
“I have never had anything broken or fractured before,” he said. “I didn’t know what to expect. I knew it didn’t feel good. It is tough, but it will be fine. Frustrating. You live and learn. You have to find the positives.”
FAMILIAR FOE
Dodgers righty Walker Buehler (6-2, 3.84 ERA) aims to reverse a recent rut when he starts in San Francisco.
The two-time All-Star has allowed nine runs in 8 1/3 innings over his last two outings and was chased after 2 1/3 innings by the Mets last Saturday in the shortest start of his big league career. Buehler worked on delivery issues in a bullpen session in Chicago on Wednesday.
Buehler is 7-1 with a 2.55 ERA in his career against the NL West rival Giants.
RETURNING
Mets right-hander Tylor Megill is expected to rejoin the rotation and start on the road against the Los Angeles Angels.
Megill hasn’t pitched since May 11 while recovering from a biceps injury. He is 4-2 with a 4.41 ERA in seven starts this season.
The 26-year-old returns to the NL East leaders while aces Max Scherzer and Jacob deGrom remain on the injured list.
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The U.S. is getting another COVID-19 vaccine choice as the Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday cleared Novavax shots for adults.
Novavax makes a more traditional type of shot than the three other COVID-19 vaccines available for use in the U.S. — and one that’s already available in Europe and multiple other countries.
Nearly a quarter of American adults still haven’t gotten their primary vaccinations even this late in the pandemic, and experts expect at least some of them to roll up their sleeves for a more conventional option — a protein-based vaccine.
The Maryland company also hopes its shots can become a top booster choice in the U.S. and beyond. Tens of millions of Americans still need boosters that experts call critical for the best possible protection as the coronavirus continues to mutate.
For now, the FDA authorized Novavax’s initial two-dose series for people 18 and older.
“I encourage anyone who is eligible for, but has not yet received, a COVID-19 vaccine to consider doing so,” FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf said in a statement.
Before shots begin, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must recommend how they should be used, a decision expected next week.
Novavax CEO Stanley Erck told The Associated Press that he expected the U.S. to expand use of the vaccine beyond unvaccinated adults fairly quickly.
Already the FDA is evaluating it for those as young as 12, Erck said. Novavax also has submitted data on booster doses, including “mix-and-match” use in people who’d earlier received Pfizer or Moderna vaccinations.
The Biden administration has bought 3.2 million Novavax doses so far, and Erck said vaccinations should begin later this month.
Sharon Bentley of Argyle, Texas, is one of the holdouts. Bentley was hesitant about the first COVID-19 vaccines but then her husband volunteered for a Novavax trial, getting two doses and later a booster.
Her husband’s positive experience with a more tried-and-true technology, “that convinced me,” Bentley said, adding that she planned to tell some unvaccinated friends about the option, too.
The Novavax vaccine is made of copies of the spike protein that coats the coronavirus, packaged into nanoparticles that to the immune system resemble a virus. Then an immune-boosting ingredient, or adjuvant, that’s made from the bark of a South American tree is added that acts as a red flag to ensure those particles look suspicious enough to spark a strong immune response.
Protein vaccines have been used for years to prevent hepatitis B, shingles and other diseases. It’s a very different technology than the dominant Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines that deliver genetic instructions for the body to produce its own copies of the spike protein. The lesser-used Johnson & Johnson option uses a harmless cold virus to deliver spike-making instructions.
Like the other vaccines used in the U.S., the Novavax shots have proved highly effective at preventing COVID-19’s most severe outcomes. Typical vaccine reactions were mild, including arm pain and fatigue. But FDA did warn about the possibility of a rare risk, heart inflammation, that also has been seen with the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.
The Novavax vaccine was tested long before the omicron variant struck. But last month, the company released data showing a booster dose promised a strong immune response even against omicron’s newest relatives — preliminary evidence that several of the FDA’s scientific advisers called compelling.
Still, U.S. regulators are planning for a fall booster campaign using Pfizer and Moderna shots that better target omicron subtypes — and Novavax also has begun testing updated shots. Erck said the company could have updated doses available late in the year.
European regulators recently cleared the Novavax vaccine to be used as young as age 12, and several countries have authorized booster doses of its original vaccine.
Earlier manufacturing difficulties held up the vaccine, although Erck said those have been solved and Novavax can meet global demand. Much of the company’s vaccine, including doses for the U.S., are being produced by the Serum Institute of India, the world’s largest vaccine manufacturer.
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LINCOLN, Neb., July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports covering the aviation industry, values for piston single, turboprop, and jet aircraft may have peaked this May. All aviation categories displayed month-to-month value decreases from May to June, and with the aviation market showing signs that values might continue their drop in the near future, sellers could need to adjust asking values going forward based on the available inventory. The market reports show that rising inventory levels are a major contributor to decreasing aviation values, and this June marked the fourth consecutive month of inventory expansion across all categories.
Sandhills' aviation products include Controller, Controller EMEA, Executive Controller, Charter Hub, Aviation Trader, Aircraft Cost Calculator, and AircraftEvaluator. AircraftEvaluator is Sandhills' proprietary asset valuation tool for all types of aircraft, built using the same technology behind FleetEvaluator. Widely used and trusted across equipment, truck, and trailer industries, FleetEvaluator identifies asset values with unparalleled accuracy.
The key metric used in all of Sandhills' market reports is the Sandhills Equipment Value Index (EVI). Buyers and sellers can use the information in Sandhills EVI to monitor equipment markets and maximize returns on acquisition, liquidation, and related business decisions.
Chart Takeaways
This report includes detailed analysis of asking values and inventory trends in the worldwide used aircraft market along with charts that help readers visualize the data. It describes and quantifies important trends in the buying and selling of used piston single, turboprop, and jet aircraft.
U.S. and Canada Used Piston Single Aircraft
- With the 21% M/M inventory increase in June, used piston single aircraft inventory has now increased each of the last five months. Inventory levels were up 15% year-over-year.
- The Sandhills EVI shows asking values decreased 1.4% M/M; on a YOY basis, values are up 22% from June 2021.
U.S. and Canada Used Turboprop Aircraft
- In the turboprop category, the Sandhills EVI showed an 8.5% M/M inventory increase, a gain nearly identical to the category's 8-percentage-point increase from April to May.
- Despite inventory increasing for the fourth consecutive month, turboprop inventory levels were still down 52% YOY.
- Asking values for turboprops were down 1% M/M; but when compared to June 2021, values are up 32% YOY.
Global Used Jet Aircraft
- Although used jet inventory increased for the fifth consecutive month, jumping 15.3% from May to June, inventory levels across the globe are down 34% YOY.
- The Sandhills EVI shows asking values decreased 3.1% M/M with asking values this June coming in at $12.7 million. When compared to one year prior, jet aircraft values are up 27%.
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The Sandhills Equipment Value Index (EVI) is a principal gauge of the estimated market values of used assets—both currently and over time—across the construction, agricultural, commercial trucking, and aviation industries represented by Sandhills Global marketplaces, including Controller.com, AuctionTime.com, TractorHouse.com, MachineryTrader.com, TruckPaper.com, and other industry-specific equipment platforms. Powered by FleetEvaluator and AircraftEvaluator, Sandhills' proprietary asset valuation tools, Sandhills EVI provides useful insights into the ever-changing supply-and-demand conditions for each industry.
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- Extraordinary General Meeting of BAC's shareholders postponed until a to-be-determined later date
NEW YORK and SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Biotech Acquisition Company (NASDAQ: BIOT) ("BAC"), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company affiliated with SPRIM Global Investments, and Blade Therapeutics, Inc. ("Blade"), a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, Calif., today announced the postponement of BAC's extraordinary general meeting of shareholders (the "Extraordinary Meeting") originally scheduled to be held on June 3, 2022. The Extraordinary Meeting has been postponed until a to-be determined later date. Once the new date of the Extraordinary Meeting has been determined, a notice setting forth the date, time and location for the Extraordinary Meeting will be distributed to the shareholders of BAC.
The Extraordinary Meeting will be held to vote on the proposals described in BAC's definitive proxy statement, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 9, 2022, as supplemented by a Prospectus Supplement dated May 23, 2022 relating to the previously announced proposed business combination with Blade.
The record date for the determination of shareholders entitled to vote at the Extraordinary Meeting, including all adjournments thereof, remains March 28, 2022. The BAC Board of Directors continues to recommend that shareholders vote in favor of the proposals.
As of the date of this press release, a sufficient number of BAC's shareholders have voted to approve the proposed business combination. The postponement of the Extraordinary Meeting is intended to permit more time to satisfy all conditions necessary to effect the closing of the proposed Business Combination.
BAC shareholders who have any questions or who need assistance voting their shares may contact BAC's proxy solicitor, Morrow Sodali LLC, by calling (800) 662-5200 (or banks and brokers can call collect at (203) 658-9400) or by emailing biot.info@investor.morrowsodali.com.
Biotech Acquisition Company raised $230 million in its initial public offering in January 2021. The Class A ordinary shares and warrants of BAC trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbols "BIOT" and "BIOTW," respectively. BAC is a blank check company, incorporated as a Cayman Islands exempted company, formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or other similar business combination with one or more businesses. BAC believes that a business combination with a company focused on the healthcare sector will complement the background and expertise of SPRIM Global Investments, a global investment firm in the life sciences and healthcare industries, which is an affiliate of BAC and of several members of the management team behind BAC. BAC is led by Dr. Michael Shleifer, its CEO and chairman.
Blade Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing cutting-edge treatments for debilitating, incurable fibrotic and neurodegenerative diseases that impact millions of people worldwide. The company has deep expertise in novel biological pathways – including autotaxin / LPA and calpain biology – that are foundational to cell- and tissue-damage responses resulting from protein deposition or aggregation associated with fibrotic and neurodegenerative diseases. Blade expects to advance a differentiated pipeline of oral, small-molecule therapies that include a non-competitive autotaxin inhibitor and inhibitors of dimeric calpains designed for potential treatment of lung, liver and cardiac fibrosis or neurodegenerative diseases. The company's focused approach offers the potential to produce disease-modifying, life-saving therapies. Visit www.blademed.com for more information and follow Blade on LinkedIn.
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CHICAGO, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Morningstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, today declared a quarterly dividend of 36 cents per share. The dividend is payable July 29, 2022 to shareholders of record as of July 1, 2022.
About Morningstar, Inc.
Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The Company offers an extensive line of products and services for individual investors, financial advisors, asset managers and owners, retirement plan providers and sponsors, and institutional investors in the debt and private capital markets. Morningstar provides data and research insights on a wide range of investment offerings, including managed investment products, publicly listed companies, private capital markets, debt securities, and real-time global market data. Morningstar also offers investment management services through its investment advisory subsidiaries, with approximately $265 billion in assets under advisement and management as of March 31, 2022. The Company has operations in 29 countries. For more information, visit www.morningstar.com/company. Follow Morningstar on Twitter @MorningstarInc.
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Mr. Hitzinger brings over 20 years of senior executive experience with VW, Porsche, and Apple
TEL AVIV, Israel, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Foretellix, a leading provider of a Verification & Validation (V&V) platform for Automated Driving Systems, has appointed Alexander Hitzinger to its board of Directors. In a recent blog, Mr., Hitzinger wrote about his decision to join Foretellix's Board of Directors.
Mr. Hitzinger said: "Foretellix uses proven methodologies to verify complex digital products and is adapting them to the autonomy challenges. I am very excited to join this maverick team and work together to achieve our mission of a better, safer autonomous future."
CEO and co-founder of Foretellix, Ziv Binyamini, said: "I am delighted to have Alex on board. His knowledge and experience will be invaluable in helping Foretellix meet the challenge of safer and more efficient automated driving systems deployment."
Mr. Hitzinger has over two decades of experience in senior leadership roles in the automotive industry. He started his automotive career at Toyota Motorsport before joining Cosworth and Red Bull Technology. Hitzinger then joined Porsche as Technical Director and Chief Engineer of Porsche 919, which won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2015. He spent three years at Apple as Head of Product Design for Project Titan. Most recently, Hitzinger served as Senior Vice President of Autonomous Driving at VW Group and Member of the Executive Board VWN, where he was involved in developing the ID Buzz. He also served as Chief Executive Officer of Artemis GmbH, where he was the Chief Architect of the revolutionary new vehicle concept for next-generation autonomous mobility for their flagship-product Audi Landjet. Alex currently serves Board Member and Advisor to various automotive technology companies in the US and Israel.
About Foretellix
Foretellix provides product development teams with revolutionary product development testing, verification, and validation platform, enabling the mass deployment of automated driving systems. The Foretellix platform orchestrates, manages, and analyses the massive number of tests required to ensure safety, reduce development costs, and shorten the time-to-market of ADS deployment. Foretellix is headquartered in Israel, with offices in the US, Europe, and Asia. Visit http://www.foretellix.com
Contact:
Dan Atzmon
+972 544577716
dan.atzmon@foretellix.com
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TORONTO, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SoftwareReviews, a leading source for insights on the software provider landscape, has published its 2022 Enterprise Resource Planning Data Quadrant. Nine providers in the Enterprise and Midmarket spaces have been identified as Gold Medalists.
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) is a suite of software applications supporting process areas such as finance, operations, HR, manufacturing, distribution, logistics, and supply chain. Successful ERP implementation results in greater enterprise efficiency and effectiveness. Targeting one or two critical areas of value, such as improved inventory turns, lower distribution and logistics costs, or more streamlined quote to cash, helps IT teams deliver early results.
The best enterprise resource planning software providers for 2022 have been identified based on verified survey data collected from end users. These providers have received high scores on SoftwareReviews' Data Quadrant.
Providers are ranked by a composite satisfaction score, called a Composite Score (CS), which averages four different areas of evaluation: Net Emotional Footprint, Vendor Capabilities, Product Features, and Likeliness to Recommend.
The 2022 Enterprise – Enterprise Resource Planning Software Gold Medalists are as follows:
- Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP, 8.5 CS, for quality of features.
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, 7.9 CS, for accounting and financial management.
- Workday Enterprise Mgmt Cloud, 7.9 CS, for human capital management.
The 2022 Midmarket – Enterprise Resource Planning Software Gold Medalists are as follows:
- SAP Business Once, 8.6 CS, for supply chain management.
- Sage Intacct, 8.6 CS, for industry-specific capabilities.
- Acumatica Cloud ERP, 8.6 CS, for procurement management.
- FinancialForce ERP Cloud, 8.0 CS, for governance risk and compliance.
- Oracle NetSuite ERP, 8.0 CS, for service management.
- Sage X3, 7.8 CS, for job and project management.
SoftwareReviews' comprehensive software reviews provide the most accurate and detailed view of a complicated and ever-changing market. The data comes from real end users who use the software day in and day out and IT professionals who have worked with it intimately through procurement, implementation, and maintenance.
To learn more about Enterprise Resource Planning visit the dedicated resource.
For more information about SoftwareReviews, the Data Quadrant, or Emotional Footprint, or to access resources to support the software selection process, visit www.softwarereviews.com and connect via LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.
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SoftwareReviews is the most in-depth source of buyer data and insights for the enterprise software market. By collecting customer experience data from business and IT professionals, the SoftwareReviews methodology produces detailed and authentic insights into the experience of evaluating and purchasing enterprise software.
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- The National Medical Products Administration approved sugemalimab for the treatment of patients with unresectable stage III non-small cell lung cancer whose disease has not progressed following concurrent or sequential platinum-based chemoradiotherapy
- Sugemalimab became the first anti-PD-1/PD-L1 monoclonal antibody approved for stage III NSCLC following concurrent or sequential chemoradiotherapy. It's also the only anti-PD-(L)1 monoclonal antibody approved for both stage III and stage IV NSCLC
- This is the eighth approved new drug application (NDA) for CStone
SUZHOU, China, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CStone Pharmaceuticals ("CStone", HKEX: 2616), a leading biopharmaceutical company focused on research, development, and commercialization of innovative immuno-oncology therapies and precision medicines, and Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) today announced that the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China has approved sugemalimab (Cejemly®) for the treatment of patients with unresectable stage III non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose disease has not progressed following concurrent or sequential platinum-based chemoradiotherapy. Together with the previous approval of the treatment for first-line stage IV NSCLC patients, sugemalimab is now the only anti- PD-1/PD-L1 monoclonal antibody for both stage III and stage IV NSCLC patients.
Dr. Frank Jiang, CEO of CStone, said, "We appreciate the NMPA for granting the new approval which is an important milestone in our journey to lead the treatment of lung cancer as China steps up efforts to support innovative therapies and address unmet needs. As a leading biopharma company in fostering precision medicines and immuno-oncology therapies, CStone has been spearheading multiple medical breakthroughs. With this approval, it will provide a new treatment option for stage III NSCLC patients, while demonstrating our prowess in advancing lung cancer treatments and bringing forward transformative drugs to the market. Partnerships are crucial to meet massive clinical needs of cancer patients. We will continue to work closely with Pfizer to deliver cutting-edge oncology therapies and improve the health of cancer patients in China."
Jean-Christophe Pointeau, China President of Pfizer Biopharmaceutical Group, says, "Committed to delivering 'breakthroughs that change patients' lives', Pfizer has achieved a series of important breakthroughs in the field of immuno-oncology. After the approval of Stage IV NSCLC indication a few months ago, Cejemly® achieved immediate commercialization across China, offering hopes to Chinese NSCLC patients with improved diagnosis and treatment solutions. We firmly believe that the approval of the new indication will allow more patients to benefit from this drug, bridge the gap and fulfill the unmet needs, especially the needs of unresectable Stage III NSCLC patients for immune consolidation therapy after sequential chemoradiotherapy. Cejemly® is Pfizer's strategic asset in immuno-oncology, and a paradigm for innovative strategic partnership with local biotech companies, like CStone guided by the slogan of "Science Will Win, Conquer Cancer Together". Starting from here, Pfizer will continue the exploration in this field, promote the upgrades and advances in immunodiagnostics and immunotherapy, offer more tailor-made, globally innovative solutions to Chinese cancer patients, and help to achieve the grand goal of "Healthy China 2030".
Professor Yi-Long Wu of Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital, the Leading Principal Investigator on the GEMSTONE-301 study, said, "Patients with stage III NSCLC urgently need new treatment options, and the NMPA approval of sugemalimab brings them hope. The results from GEMSTONE-301 demonstrated that sugemalimab as a consolidation therapy had robust efficacy and a well-tolerated safety profile. It is now recommended by the Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology (CSCO) guidelines for this patient population. With proven clinical benefits, sugemalimab will potentially reshape the treatment landscape as a preferred immuno-oncology therapy for patients with mid- and late-stage lung cancer."
Dr. Jason Yang, Chief Medical Officer of CStone, said, "We are thrilled that sugemalimab has become the first anti- PD-1/PD-L1 monoclonal antibody approved for stage III NSCLC after concurrent or sequential chemoradiotherapy. The GEMSTONE-301 study has an innovative study design that enrolled patients with either concurrent or sequential chemoradiotherapy to better reflect real-world clinical practice and cover a broad patient population. We've also made significant progress in the registrational studies of sugemalimab in patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, gastric cancer, and relapsed or refractory extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma in a bid to benefit more cancer patients."
The NMPA approval is based on the GEMSTONE-301 study, a multicenter, randomized, double-blind phase 3 clinical trial, designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of sugemalimab as a consolidation therapy in patients with unresectable stage III NSCLC without disease progression after concurrent or sequential chemoradiotherapy. Sugemalimab significantly improved patients' progression-free survival (PFS). The risk of disease progression or death was reduced by 36%, together with encouraging overall survival (OS). Subgroup analyses demonstrated clinical benefits regardless of whether patients received prior concurrent or sequential chemoradiotherapy. Sugemalimab had a well-tolerated safety profile, and no new safety signals were observed. The results of the GEMSTONE-301 study were published in The Lancet Oncology in January 2022.
About Sugemalimab
The anti-PD-L1 monoclonal antibody sugemalimab was discovered by CStone using OmniRat® transgenic animal platform, which allows creation of fully human antibodies in one step. Sugemalimab is a fully human, full-length anti-PD-L1 immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4) monoclonal antibody, which may allow a reduced risk of immunogenicity and toxicity for patients, a unique advantage over similar drugs.
Currently, the NMPA of China has approved sugemalimab (Cejemly®) in combination with pemetrexed and carboplatin as first-line treatment of patients with metastatic non-squamous NSCLC, lacking epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) genomic tumor aberrations; and in combination with paclitaxel and carboplatin as first-line treatment of patients with metastatic squamous NSCLC; for the treatment of patients with unresectable stage III NSCLC whose disease has not progressed following concurrent or sequential platinum-based chemoradiotherapy.
With its proven therapeutic advantages, sugemalimab is set to be recommended by the 2022 CSCO clinical guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of NSCLC, in combination with chemotherapy as the first-line treatment of patients with stage IV non-squamous/squamous NSCLC without driver alterations; or as a consolidation therapy in patients with stage III NSCLC after concurrent or sequential chemoradiotherapy.
CStone formed a strategic collaboration agreement with Pfizer that includes the development and commercialization of sugemalimab in mainland China, and a framework to bring additional Oncology medicines to the Greater China market.
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Acquisition adds to company's recent growth in high-technology pharmacy solutions and further accelerates the company's commitment to Smart, Connected Care – offering a customizable platform to optimize IV workflow
FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, announced today it has acquired MedKeeper, a provider of modern, cloud-based pharmacy management applications.
MedKeeper strategically complements BD's existing presence in the pharmacy – where the company has pioneered solutions in compounding, logistics workflow, controlled substance management and inventory optimization.
MedKeeper's platform will become part of the company's existing portfolio of connected medication management capabilities. By combining MedKeeper's platform with BD's broad technology expertise, the companies will work to optimize the preparation of compounded medications – a critical need in the pharmacy today.
"Preparing the right dose for patients requires a combination of factors – including personnel, training, and compliance. Pharmacy leaders require IV workflow management technology that is personalized to their needs and works within their environment," said Mike Garrison, Worldwide President of Medication Management Solutions at BD. "Adding MedKeeper to our portfolio will enable us to offer our customers easy to use, customizable solutions that make meaningful and incremental progress in IV workflow management."
Today, many pharmacies leverage a combination of both manual and technical tools for their IV workflow management system. Adding MedKeeper to BD's Medication Management Solutions portfolio will further strengthen the company's ability to deliver solutions that best meet customers' needs – now and in the future.
"Demands in today's pharmacy environment, such as COVID-impacted labor shortages and changing regulatory requirements, have further exacerbated the need for customizable pharmacy software solutions to support flexible, directed workflow, inventory tracking and reporting needs in sterile and non-sterile compounding," said Garrison. "Manual, time-consuming procedures that might once have been 'good enough' now can be replaced and augmented by software that enables pharmacists to provide a higher standard of care."
BD and MedKeeper will work to provide customers with flexibility and capabilities in meeting industry standards for preparing compounded medications, incorporating the latest regulatory guidance. Together, the companies are dedicated to ensuring that every customer has a workflow solution that best supports their environment and delivers efficiencies to their frontline clinicians.
The transaction is expected to be immaterial to BD's fiscal 2022 financial results.
About BD
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health™ by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. The company supports the heroes on the frontlines of health care by developing innovative technology, services and solutions that help advance both clinical therapy for patients and clinical process for health care providers. BD and its 70,000 employees have a passion and commitment to help enhance the safety and efficiency of clinicians' care delivery process, enable laboratory scientists to accurately detect disease and advance researchers' capabilities to develop the next generation of diagnostics and therapeutics. BD has a presence in virtually every country and partners with organizations around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues. By working in close collaboration with customers, BD can help enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety and expand access to health care. For more information on BD, please visit bd.com or connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/bd1/ and Twitter @BDandCo.
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PHILADELPHIA, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerPay, a financial technology company that provides consumer lending for home improvements, solar and elective healthcare, is pleased to announce the hiring of Chris Klemick as Head of the Healthcare lending division.
Chris, a healthcare sales and finance executive brings more than twenty years of leadership and enterprise sales. Most recently, Chris was the Director of Strategic Channels and Partnerships at Ally Lending, a division of Ally Bank. He focused on cultivating and managing enterprise-level relationships and identifying and implementing lending platform partnerships to grow and achieve healthcare sales objectives. For the past two and a half years, Chris served as Head of Healthcare Sales and managed a sales team that originated over one billion dollars in healthcare loans.
Based in Philadelphia, Chris will be responsible for growing PowerPay's healthcare brand across the U.S. His employment comes at a critical time, as PowerPay recently entered the patient financing marketplace with no merchant fee and promotional programs in audiology, dentistry, cosmetics, medical spa, fertility, and veterinary.
Michael Petrakis, CEO of PowerPay: "We are excited to have Chris join PowerPay. He has tremendous experience in the elective healthcare vertical and brings a wide network of partners, affiliates, and merchant opportunities to us. Chris is the right person to help us deliver our disruptive no fee and promotional lending programs to an industry in need of change."
Launched in 2020, PowerPay is a financial technology company providing seamless consumer financing solutions to over 7,000 contractors and merchants. The company helps merchants grow their businesses with a simple point of sale financing platform converting large purchases into affordable monthly payments. PowerPay has processed over $1 billion in loans since its inception. www.getpowerpay.com.
PowerPay's healthcare financing enables medical professionals to offer their patients loans of up to $60,000 with rates from 1.99% and terms from 3 months to 6 years. The company's proprietary loan origination technology platform simplifies financing for both patients and medical professionals and merchants.
Contacts:
Arina Zhukova
800-397-4485
pr@getpowerpay.com
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Jonathan Ciampa and Ken Kindberg join the firm as Regional Vice Presidents
ROCKVILLE, Md., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Advisors Preferred announced that the firm has expanded its sales and distribution operations with the appointment of two new sales executives, Jonathan Ciampa and Ken Kindberg, who have joined the firm as Regional Vice Presidents. Advisors Preferred is a boutique asset manager that manages and distributes mutual funds to financial advisors and financial professionals.
"The appointment of Jonathan and Ken enhances our wholesale marketing effort and reaffirms our commitment to distribution for our subadvisors. Both are highly experienced executives expert in the wholesale distribution of mutual funds. We believe they will be invaluable additions to the firm as we continue to grow," said Catherine Ayers-Rigsby, President of Advisors Preferred.
In 2021, Advisors Preferred announced the expansion of its mutual fund platform with the addition of five new funds from current investment managers Flexible Plan Investments (FPI) and Spectrum Financial, as well as a new subadvisor, Beaumont Capital Management (BCM).
"The significant expansion of our team with Jonathan and Ken will assist us to build on our distribution relationships that we have with major custodians and independent broker dealers for sales to financial intermediaries. We welcome them both to the firm," said Brian Humphrey, Advisors Preferred Director of Distribution.
Ciampa brings to the firm a 15-year career and demonstrated track record of developing and implementing successful distribution processes in the financial services industry. He holds FINRA Series 6, 63 and 65 licenses, as well as the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC©) designation.
Kindberg has more than 23 years of sales experience in the financial services industry specializing in the wholesale marketing of mutual funds, separately managed accounts and other investments to financial advisors including independent broker dealers, registered investment advisors (RIAs) and wire houses. He holds FINRA Series 7 and Series 63 licenses.
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VENICE, Italy (AP) — Timothée Chalamet was feeling cut off from the world in the early days of the pandemic. Then Luca Guadagnino, whom Chalamet saw as a father figure while filming “Call Me By Your Name,” called with a new possible project. It would be another young romance set in the 1980s. But instead of Italy they’d be going to the American Midwest. And they’d be cannibals.
The film, “Bones and All” is having its world premiere Friday night at the Venice Film Festival, where it is among the competition titles. Chalamet and Guadagnino gathered before the premiere to discuss the film with the cast.
It’s a significant departure for the Italian director of films like “A Bigger Splash” and “I Am Love,” marking the first time Guadagnino has made an American film — something he’s wanted to do for some time. Then his longtime collaborator, screenwriter David Kajganich, came to him with an adaptation of Camille DeAngelis’ young adult novel and he saw in it an opportunity to make a film about identity and outcasts.
“I was dying to work with Luca again and tell a story that was grounded,” said Chalamet, who took a break from filming “Dune 2” to appear in Venice. Swarms of fans gathered around the docks of the Hotel Excelsior to get a glimpse of the star, who even stopped to pose for a few selfies.
In “Bones and All,” Chalamet did more than just act: He helped take his character Lee from an “alpha jock” to a “broken soul,” which he said was very attractive to him, and got a producing credit on the film as well.
“Luca is fatherly with me and guided me in that process this time,” he said. “I can’t say that I was helpful organizing schedules or anything like that. But it’s something I want to continue doing.”
Chalamet’s character is a supporting part to the film’s lead Maren, who is coming to terms with her unsavory urges. She’s played by “Waves” actor Taylor Russell, a newcomer to the Guadagnino family of regulars like Michael Stuhlbarg, as a creepy cannibal they meet on the road, and Chloë Sevigny.
“It’s Taylor’s movie, she does an incredible job carrying it,” Chalamet said.
The discussion of their characters, and the loneliness they feel in the world, led both to think about what it means to be young at the moment.
“Can’t imagine what it is to grow up with the onslaught of social media,” Chalamet said. “I think it’s tough to be alive now. I think societal collapse is in the air. It smells like it. And without being pretentious, I hope that’s why these movies matter, because the role of the artist is to shine a light on what’s going on.”
Russell added that, “It’s so scary. The hope is that you can find your own compass within all of it.”
The film also features a new score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, whom Guadagnino challenged to “find the sound of a road trip” and “the sound of the American landscape.” And it’s full of 1980s music from Joy Division, New Order and even KISS, which were chosen from a box of cassette tapes that Kajganich found from when he was a teenager.
“The ones that either made me smile or cry made it in the script,” Kajganich said.
“Bones and All” opens in North American theaters on Nov. 23.
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A collection of 9,180 exclusive NFTs will be up for grabs
SINGAPORE, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore-based metaverse lifestyle company Meta Bosses Club unveiled today a new non-fungible token (NFT) project, Pa-ardy World, in collaboration with fashion label Hardy Hardy and collectible creators TheFinalBosses, for a worthwhile social cause.
Going beyond just art and fashion, the Pa-ardy World collection will consist of 9,180 Genesis NFTs as ERC-721A tokens on the Ethereum (ETH) blockchain, featuring Hardy Hardy's line of premium streetwear fashion apparel as donned by Paisus, an avatar created by TheFinalBosses. Each Pa-ardy World NFT is randomly generated, with over 400 unique hand-drawn traits in the mix to create a truly one-of-a-kind collectible.
The whitelist of Pa-ardy World starts from 18 May '22, followed by a public minting on 29 May '22. A reveal on OpenSea will be made on a later date.
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Following the release of Pa-ardy World, 2,000 collectible designer figurines in 7" size, bundled with meaningful messages, will be airdropped to random NFT holders to thank them for their support.
MetaBosses plans to collaborate with more brand partners in the future, where holders have options to evolve their Genesis NFTs into a new NFT, potentially allowing all Genesis NFTs to mutate into multiple brand collections within the 9,180 NFTs. This serves to expand the community's collections and exclusivity.
To increase social responsibility, Meta Bosses Club is partnering with The Giving Block to donate up to USD 200,000 of the NFT sale proceeds to charity funds chosen by the NFT holders.
Interested collectors can keep up with the MetaBosses Club and the Pa-ardy World collection through the website, Twitter, Discord, Instagram.
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DALLAS, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CECO Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECE), a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment and industrial equipment, today announced that Todd Gleason, Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Jefferies Industrials Conference on Aug. 10 in New York. Management will also host one-on-one investor meetings throughout the day.
Additionally, management will present and host one-on-one meetings at the Midwest IDEAS Conference on Aug. 24 in Chicago. The presentation can be accessed on the Midwest IDEAS conference portal for registered participants and on the IDEAS conference website www.IDEASconferences.com.
Both presentations will be available in the Events and Presentations section of CECO's Investor Relations website at https://investors.cecoenviro.com/events-webcasts-and-presentations/.
CECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets across the globe through its key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Providing innovative technology and application expertise, CECO helps companies grow their business with safe, clean, and more efficient solutions that help protect people, the environment and industrial equipment. In regions around the world, CECO works to improve air quality, optimize the energy value chain, and provide custom solutions for applications including power generation, petrochemical processing, general industrial, refining, midstream oil and gas, electric vehicle production, poly silicon fabrication, battery recycling, beverage can, and water/wastewater treatment along with a wide range of other applications. CECO is listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "CECE." Incorporated in 1966, CECO's global headquarters is in Dallas, Texas. For more information, please visit www.cecoenviro.com.
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At least two are dead and others injured after a shooting at a Texas elementary school, hospital officials say
By Jennifer Henderson, Jamiel Lynch and Eric Levenson, CNN
A suspect is in custody after a shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, left at least two dead and injured more than a dozen others, including students, authorities said.
The Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District (UCISD) said there was an “active shooter” at Robb Elementary School at 12:17 p.m. Tuesday local time and said law enforcement was on site.
The suspect was taken into custody, according to the Uvalde Police Department.
Two people died in the school shooting, and 13 children were being treated for various injuries at Uvalde Memorial Hospital, spokesperson Tom Nordwick said. A man in his 40s was also being treated, he said.
Two children were transported to San Antonio and another is pending transfer, he added.
University Hospital in San Antonio said in a tweet that they received a child and an adult from the school shooting. The adult, a 66-year-old woman, is in critical condition, the hospital said in a tweet.
Videos taken by a bystander, Isaias Melendez, show scores of armed officers at the scene while others flee the school.
Uvalde is located about 85 miles west of San Antonio and about 70 miles east of Del Rio. Robb Elementary teaches 2nd through 4th grades and had 535 students in the 2020-21 school year, according to state data. Thursday was set to be the last day of school for the year.
The school district said it is canceling all school activities following the shooting.
The FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are assisting local police with the investigation.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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Marlington set to seek renewal of $1.34 million tax levy
LEXINGTON TWP. – Marlington Local Schools Board of Education took the initial step in placing a request to renew a five-year property tax on the Nov. 8 election ballot.
The tax, if renewed by voters, would generate $1.34 million annually for Marlington Local Schools.
The resolution approved Thursday by the Board of Education will go to the Stark County Auditor's Office which will set the property tax millage required to generate the desired amount. When the issue was last on the ballot in 2017 it went on the ballot as an 8.5-mill property tax.
More:Marlington Local officials wary of looming financial 'cliff'
"This levy has been renewed by our community every time it has come up," said Dan Swisher, director of pupil services for Marlington Local. "I don't want that to change."
Dan Swisher is acting superintendent
Swisher has been functioning as acting superintendent because Superintendent Michael Shreffler is on a leave. Shreffler, who was not at the board meeting, is expected to return in July.
While the school system administration indicated at an earlier Board of Education meeting there would be spending cuts announced in June, there was no mention of that at the Thursday meeting.
Swisher mentioned that Shreffler's absence as the reason cuts weren't announced.
"With his leave right now, it is not my place," Swisher said. "We are going to take a look at the entire district."
The district previously has said cuts to its operating budget of $517,000 were necessary for the fiscal year that starts July 1.
"There might be some revisions to the cuts," Mark Ryan, a Board of Education member, said when contacted after the meeting. "There are a number of factors why we couldn't do that tonight. We will talk about these cuts again."
Proposed spending cuts could be reviewed at a work session planned for July 19.
Swisher, during the board session, recognized three recipients of the Folk Scholarship, which awards $2,500 toward college education. The recipients were Alec Goodwin, Taryn Hosick and Kaitlyn Engelhart. Goodwin and Hosick just graduated from Marlington High School, and Engelhart currently is enrolled in college.
"One of the blessings of this scholarship is you can continue to apply up to four years (after graduating from Marlington High School)," Swisher said.
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NEW YORK, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited (AICIL), a nationalised insurance company under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has signed a three-year agreement with Wingsure, an insurtech company that leverages artificial intelligence and deep technology to protect farmers worldwide.
As part of the agreement, Wingsure will use its advanced technology capabilities to significantly strengthen the accessibility of insurance products and services to farmers in India; curate and promote AICIL's comprehensive portfolio of agriculture insurance products and enable its channels, including groups and partner brokers, to distribute on its mobile app.
Agriculture and the allied sectors are the largest sources of livelihood in India, with most rural households dependent primarily on agriculture and 86% percent of holdings being small and marginal. However, farmers are vulnerable to the impact of climate change and other livelihood risks and have sub-optimal access to risk awareness programs and modern resources. Launched to support economic empowerment with transparency and promote sustainability through modern agricultural practices, Wingsure's application leverages advanced computer vision, augmented reality, and voice capabilities to provide intelligence and facilitate the underwriting and insurance claims processes for small holder farmers. The partnership will have access to more than 40 million farmers in India and focus on transforming how farmers mitigate and adapt to climate change and other livelihood related risks.
Malay Poddar, Chairman and Managing Director, AICIL, said, "We firmly believe that technology implementation is key to providing insurance and thereby protecting the underserved. Through our association, we will utilise the Wingsure technology platform to support our vision of how farmers can leverage insurance to mitigate risk."
Avi Basu, Founder, and CEO of Wingsure, said, "Wingsure's deep-tech platform revolutionizes how small holder farmers leverage insurance and financial products to protect their livelihood. It is designed to provide optimal access to risk awareness programs, climate smart practices & other modern resources as well as government backed schemes. The application uses AI and machine learning (ML) to rapidly process insurance underwriting and claims. We are excited to partner with AICIL in their vision to use technology for strengthening farmers' resilience in India."
About Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited
AICIL, controlled by the Government of India, has been implementing the crop insurance schemes of the Government of India since 2003-04. Currently, AICIL is implementing, inter alia, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), Bangla Shasya Bima Scheme (BSBS), and Restructured Weather-based Crop Insurance Scheme (RWBCIS) and many of it proprietary agriculture insurance products.
About Wingsure
Wingsure leverages artificial intelligence and deep technology to protect farmers worldwide. The company operates in developing nations, as well as advanced countries, focusing on growers who are locked out of traditional financial services. Wingsure is dedicated to providing farmers with competitive levels of technology and security to maintain the dignity and sustainability of individuals worldwide.
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SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — President Joe Biden is focusing on his administration’s efforts to tackle wildfires during Saturday’s visit to New Mexico, where residents are enraged that federal officials allowed planned burns to spread out of control, leading to the largest blaze in recorded state history.
The fire has been contained on several fronts, but is still burning and conditions are dangerously hot and dry. It has destroyed more than 430 homes across 500 square miles (1,300 square kilometers) since early April, according to federal officials.
Evacuations have displaced thousands of residents from rural villages with Spanish-colonial roots and high poverty rates, while causing untold environmental damage. Fear of flames is giving way to concern about erosion and mudslides in places where superheated fire penetrated soil and roots.
The blaze is the latest reminder of Biden’s concern about wildfires, which are expected to worsen as climate change continues, and how they will strain resources needed to fight them.
“These fires are blinking ‘code red’ for our nation,” Biden said last year after stops in Idaho and California. “They’re gaining frequency and ferocity.”
In New Mexico, investigators have tracked the two source fires to burns that were set by federal forest managers as preventative measures. A group of Mora County residents sued the U.S. Forest Service this past week in an effort to obtain more information about the government’s role.
Ralph Arellanes of Las Vegas, New Mexico, said many ranchers of modest means appear unlikely to receive compensation for uninsured cabins, barns and sheds that were razed by the fire.
“They’ve got their day job and their ranch and farm life. It’s not like they have a big old house or hacienda — it could be a very basic home, may or may not have running water,” said Arellanes, a former wildland firefighter and chairman for a confederation of Hispanic community advocacy groups. “They use it to stay there to feed and water the cattle on the weekend. Or maybe they have a camper. But a lot of that got burned.”
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved 890 disaster relief claims worth $2.7 million for individuals and households.
On Thursday, the Biden administration extended eligible financial relief to the repair of water facilities, irrigation ditches, bridges and roads. Proposed legislation from U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, D-N.M., would offer full compensation for nearly all lost property and income linked to the wildfire.
Biden, speaking to reporters in Los Angeles before flying to New Mexico, said he supports having the federal government cover the bill for damage from the fire, although he said it would take an act of Congress.
Jennifer Carbajal says she evacuated twice from the impending wildfire at a shared family home at Pandaries in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The house survived while about 50 neighboring homes burned along with the tanks that feed the municipal water system, leaving no local supply of potable water without truck deliveries.
“There is no long-term plan right now for water infrastructure in northern New Mexico,” Carbajal said.
She said matters are worse in many hardscrabble communities across fire-scarred Mora County, where the median household income is roughly $28,000 — less than half the national average.
“They barter a lot and really have never had to rely on external resources,” she said. “The whole idea of applying for a loan (from FEMA) is an immediate turnoff for the majority of that population.”
George Fernandez of Las Vegas, New Mexico, says his family is unlikely to be compensated for an uninsured, fire-gutted house in the remote Mineral Hills area, nor a companion cabin that was built by his grandparents nearly a century ago.
Fernandez said his brother had moved away from the house to a nursing home before the fire swept through — making direct federal compensation unlikely under current rules because the house was no longer a primary residence.
“I think they should make accommodations for everybody who lost whatever they lost at face value,” Fernandez said. “It would take a lot of money to accomplish that, but it was something they started and I think they should.”
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Megerian reported from Los Angeles. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/biden-facing-fire-and-anger-during-new-mexico-visit/ | 2022-06-11T20:43:37Z |
First Alert: Serious crash reported at US 41 and University Pky
Published: May. 23, 2022 at 5:19 PM EDT|Updated: 28 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A serious crash has stopped traffic at US 41 (N. Tamiami Trail) and University Parkway.
Southbound lanes on N. Tamiami are currently closed.
Please avoid the area.
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Russia claims capture of pivotal city in eastern Ukraine
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) - Russia’s defense minister said Russian forces took control Sunday of the last major Ukrainian-held city in Ukraine’s Luhansk province, bringing Moscow closer to its stated goal of seizing all of Ukraine’s Donbas region.
Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu told President Vladimir Putin that Russia’s troops together with members of a local separatist militia “have established full control over the city of Lysychansk,” Russian news agencies reported.
Ukrainian fighters spent weeks trying to defend Lysychansk and to keep it from falling to Russia, as neighboring Sievierodonetsk did a week ago. A presidential adviser predicted late Saturday that the city’s could be determined within days.
Ukrainian officials did not immediately provide an update on its status.
Earlier Sunday, Luhansk’s governor said Russian forces were strengthening their positions in a grueling fight to capture the last stronghold of resistance in the province.
“The occupiers threw all their forces on Lysychansk. They attacked the city with incomprehensibly cruel tactics,” Luhansk governor Serhiy Haidai said on the Telegram messaging app. “They suffer significant losses, but stubbornly advance. They are gaining a foothold in the city.”
A river separates Lysychansk from Sievierodonetsk. Oleksiy Arestovych, an adviser to the Ukrainian president, said during an online interview late Saturday that Russian forces had managed for the first time to cross the river from the north, creating a “threatening” situation.
Arestovych said they had not reached the center of the city but that the course of the fighting indicated the battle for Lysychansk would be decided by Monday.
Luhansk and neighboring Donetsk are the two provinces that make up the Donbas, where Russia has focused its offensive since pulling back from northern Ukraine and the capital, Kyiv, in the spring.
Pro-Russia separatists have held portions of both eastern provinces since 2014, and Moscow recognizes all of Luhansk and Donetsk as sovereign republics. Syria’s government said Wednesday that it would also recognize the “independence and sovereignty” of the two areas.
Taking Lysychansk would open the way for the Russians to move west into Donetsk province, where the sizable Ukrainian-held city of Slovyansk has come under rocket attacks several times since Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24.
Elsewhere in the war, the exiled mayor of the Russia-occupied city of Melitopol said Sunday that Ukrainian rockets destroyed one of four Russian military bases in the city.
The Russian Defense Ministry said Ukraine also launched missile and drone attacks in western Russia, on the cities of Kursk and Belgorod, but that the aerial weapons were shot down. Kursk regional governor Roman Starovoit said the town of Tetkino, on the Ukraine border, came under mortar fire.
The leader of neighboring Belarus, a Russian ally, claimed Saturday that Ukraine fired missiles at military targets on Belarusian territory several days ago but all were intercepted by an air defense system. President Alexander Lukashenko described the alleged strike as a provocation and noted that no Belarusian soldiers were fighting in Ukraine.
There was no immediate response from the Ukrainian military.
Belarus hosts Russian military units and was used as a staging ground for Russia’s invasion. Last week, just hours before Lukashenko was to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Russian long-range bombers fired missiles on Ukraine from Belarusian airspace for the first time.
Lukashenko has so far resisted efforts to draw his army into the war. But during their meeting, Putin announced that Russia planned to supply Belarus with the Iskander-M missile system and reminded Lukashenko that his government depends on economic support from Russia.
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Biden called Murdoch the ‘most dangerous man in the world,’ new book alleges
By Brian Stelter, CNN Business
In a forthcoming book, a pair of New York Times reporters and CNN political analysts report that President Joe Biden “assessed” Fox News “as one of the most destructive forces in the United States.”
The reporters, Jonathan Martin and Alexander Burns, say that Biden was even more critical of Fox Corp patriarch Rupert Murdoch.
According to the book, Biden told an unnamed associate in mid-2021 that Murdoch was “the most dangerous man in the world.”
The description comes many chapters into “This Will Not Pass: Trump, Biden, and the Battle for America’s Future,” which comes out in May.
The book describes Fox as a “torrent of anti-Biden programming, stoking skepticism about vaccines and disseminating wild conspiracy theories about the January 6 attack.”
Many Biden allies have denounced Fox for those reasons and have blamed Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan, the company’s CEO, for enabling hosts like Tucker Carlson.
But Biden has never spoken about either Murdoch in public, according to the Factba.se database of the president’s speeches, interviews, tweets and other public statements. So the comment in “This Will Not Pass” may make waves.
A White House spokesperson declined to comment on the book’s claim about Biden excoriating the elder Murdoch.
Biden sometimes tangles with Fox’s White House correspondent Peter Doocy, and was caught on a hot mic in January calling Doocy “a stupid son of a bitch.” Biden then called him to apologize.
Biden also occasionally makes asides about Fox’s oppositional programming. Last October, at a CNN town hall, he said “I turn on Fox to find out how popular I am,” winning laughs from the audience.
Martin and Burns’ reporting points to a much bleaker judgment of Fox’s boss behind closed doors.
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Teenager in custody for robbing off-duty officer in New Orleans, police say
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE/Gray News) - A 16-year-old boy is in custody after robbing an off-duty New Orleans police officer early Monday in French Quarter, according to authorities.
Police did not identify the juvenile suspect, or the off-duty officer he allegedly robbed on the 700 block of St. Louis Street around 2:56 a.m.
WVUE reports the off-duty police officer was riding a bicycle on St. Louis Street between Royal and Bourbon streets, when the teen “approached and demanded the victim’s bike.” Police said the officer “did not comply,” which led to a struggle between the officer and suspect.
The teen managed to rob the 23-year-old police officer of unspecified “property” before fleeing the scene, but later was found and taken into custody, according to the department.
The 16-year-old was booked into the Juvenile Justice Intervention Center on allegations of second-degree battery and simple robbery.
The NOPD did not disclose injuries sustained by the officer, nor say when or where the suspect was apprehended.
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact NOPD Eighth District detectives at (504) 658-6080 or Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Mets ace Jacob deGrom says his injured right shoulder blade feels “completely normal,” and he’s waiting for New York’s medical staff to clear him to resume throwing off a mound.
DeGrom has been sidelined since late in spring training with a stress reaction in his scapula. The two-time NL Cy Young Award winner played catch Friday out to 135 feet, but he’s still not sure when he’ll throw his first bullpen or be ready for game action.
“I feel completely normal,” he said Saturday prior to New York’s game against Philadelphia. “So I think that’s where it’s going to be like, do we push it? Do we not? That’ll be the discussion over the next few days, and when we get on the mound, what is the safest way to go about this?”
The 33-year-old deGrom believes the stress reaction occurred because spring training was delayed and shortened to four weeks following baseball’s 99-day lockout. DeGrom also missed the second half of the 2021 season with an elbow injury, compounding the strain on his body to prepare quickly for 2022.
“When I look at it, you got a short ramp up and you haven’t pitched competitively in, what, eight months?” he said. “So I felt like that’s probably what did it for me.”
DeGrom said his shoulder felt normal with a couple weeks of rest. He’s had several rounds of MRIs, and his most recent imaging showed full healing in his shoulder blade. He doesn’t anticipate needing another MRI but says he’s leaving that decision up to the Mets’ medical team.
He says he doesn’t have trepidation about aggravating the stress reaction.
“You know, normally, bone heals stronger,” he said. “The last report was good, and they said it was completely healed. So now, just making sure it handles the throwing and that nothing pops up.”
The Mets, of course, have largely been fine without deGrom. They lead the NL East with a 30-17 record, even after fellow ace Max Scherzer went down this month with an oblique strain expected to sideline him for six to eight weeks.
DeGrom is signed through 2023 on a $137.5 million, five-year deal that includes a club option of $32.5 million for 2024, but he can opt out of the contract after this season.
DeGrom acknowledged that being healthy for September and October might take priority over a swift return if New York remains on track for the postseason.
“It stinks not being out there,” he said. “That’s what we love doing, competing, and haven’t been able to compete in quite some time. So that’s where it’s like, you want to go out, you want to go probably more than you’re supposed to, but then you got to look at it as, if you go too early, you’re going to end up missing more time. So it’s trying to balance all that.”
NOTES: Mets CF Brandon Nimmo had an MRI on his right wrist Saturday that came back clean, but he was held out of the lineup. Manager Buck Showalter said he expected Nimmo might get an injection, but he doesn’t anticipate New York’s leadoff hitter will miss significant time. … RHP Yoan Lopez was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse, and OF Nick Plummer was called up.
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STRATHAM, N.H., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BioGreen360 ("BG360"), the leading innovator in distributed food waste management solutions today announced the addition of Mark Slavens, Ph.D., to its advisory board as part of its growth strategy and commercialization efforts to meet its growing demand.
BG360 has developed the only distributed closed-loop food waste solution in the market that provides 100% diversion from landfill with real time auditable sustainability metrics. The BG360 solution incorporates a robust set of proprietary technologies (mechanical and biological) that processes food waste at the source, without any input of fresh water or any grey water effluent and repurposes the residual into an array of all-natural and organic agricultural products.
Mark supported and led Scotts Miracle-Gro's research and development efforts for greater than 11 years and is currently the Chief Technology Officer of Aqua-Yield, a leading Agriculture nanoliquid technology company in Salt Lake City, UT. BG360 will leverage its existing multi-year relationship with Mark to advance its technology platform.
"BioGreen360 is a well-led company with cutting edge technology that is tackling one of the most important challenges of the 21st century – food waste. It is my privilege to join this strong group of seasoned advisory board members to further develop the BG360 technology and unlock more of its potential," said Mark.
"As BG360 continues to gain market adoption of our 100% circular solution for food waste with leading enterprise clients, Mark Slavens' experience and relationships makes him an ideal advisor to help the company optimize the value of our solution's residual material. Mark is a recognized thought-leader and visionary with great success conceptualizing and developing leading fertilizer products in the in the agricultural industry," said Justin Rosberg, BG360 President & COO. "We are very excited to welcome him on board to help us guide our efforts in the agricultural and fertilizer marketplace."
About BioGreen
BioGreen360 is the leader in distributed, on-site, digester technology and food waste solutions for institutional and consumer facing applications. The Company's solutions are environmentally responsible, economically sustainable and fully scalable. BioGreen360 is the only solution in the market that completely recycles food waste from the overall waste stream at its source. Through proprietary microbial formulae coupled with patent-pending mechanical and evaporation technologies, BioGreen360 completely eliminates food waste on-site through a fully automated, continual feed aerobic digesting system. It is the only triple-bottom line solution in the food waste management space.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nasa Hataoka ran away with DIO Implant LA Open on Sunday at Wilshire Country Club to open the LPGA Tour’s two-week run in the Los Angeles area.
Four strokes ahead entering the round after Jin Young Ko’s late meltdown Saturday, Hataoka closed with a 4-under 67 for a five-stroke victory over Hannah Green.
“I did have a lead, but obviously this course, this challenging course, you never know what’s going to happen,” Hataoka said. “I was able to focus until the last putt.”
Hataoka finished at 15-under 269, a stroke off the tournament record set last year by Brooke Henderson. The 23-year-old Japanese player won her sixth LPGA Tour title a week after missing the cut in the windy LOTTE Championship in Hawaii with rounds of 75 and 77.
“I don’t know if I can compare this, but on the PGA Tour, Jordan Spieth missed the cut at the Masters and then won Heritage,” Hataoka said. “So you never know what’s going to happen in golf.”
The Palos Verdes Championship begins Thursday at Palos Verdes Estates.
After seven straight pars, Hataoka put the tournament away on the par-4 15th when she raced in a 35-foot eagle putt to open a six-stroke lead.
“That eagle really helped me kind of relax a little bit, kind of feel like I was putting really good today,” Hataoka said.
Hataoka played the first seven holes in 3 under with four birdies and a bogey. She was the only player in the field to shoot in the 60s all four days, opening with rounds of 67, 68 and 67.
“To be honest, the first day I wasn’t feeling good with my iron game, but the seventh hole I had something that clicked inside me, so that really helped me through all week,” Hataoka said. “Putting-wise, poa annua greens are really difficult to play, but my experience on this type of green helped me a lot.”
Green finished with a 68.
“Definitely, really happy with how things are trending,” the Australian said. “It was nice to be a bit more consistent. Last week I got off to a great start and then just couldn’t maintain it in Hawaii. So, I feel like once I get the putter hot, I’m pretty excited to see what’s to come.”
Madelene Sagstrom (66) was 7 under with 2019 winner Minjee Lee (68) and Hall of Famer Inbee Park (70).
“The greens are just really tough,” Park said. “I wasn’t able to make too many putts today, but I was able to get a few good up-and-downs. So, happy with the round. It was steady, but it was definitely tricky out there.”
The top-ranked Ko, tied for lead with Hataoka with three holes left Saturday before a bogey-quadruple bogey-birdie finish left her five strokes back, had a 75 to tie for 21st at 2 under.
On the par-4 16th Saturday, she failed twice to get the ball out of the deep barranca en route to the 8. On Sunday, she had a double bogey on the par-3 seventh and bogeyed the final two holes. | https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/nasa-hataoka-wins-la-open-by-5-shots-at-wilshire-cc/ | 2022-04-25T05:37:56Z |
Paris Hilton wants to be the ‘Queen of the Metaverse’
By Samantha Murphy Kelly, CNN Business
A fuschia Bentley drives down a twisty desert road toward the entrance of the Neon Carnival, an after-party held each year during Coachella. Paris Hilton has arrived. Her hair is in pigtails, twisted in part with white flowers, and she’s wearing a sparkly pink romper that matches her platform boots. She greets fans on a red carpet, heads to a packed dance floor and eventually finds her way to the go-karts.
Hilton attends the invite-only party in person each year, but this particular scene played out last month in Paris World, Hilton’s virtual experience on popular gaming platform Roblox, where she joined as an avatar. Nearly 400,000 Roblox users visited her virtual Neon Carnival that mid-April weekend, about 40 times the number of people who went in real life this year, according to Hilton. (The digital event was sponsored by Levi’s and designed in part by Brent Bolthouse, the founder of the original Neon Carnival).
It’s a concept Hilton has seen success with before. On New Year’s Eve, she DJed a live set in the same virtual world, playing as her avatar. In Paris World, users can also buy virtual clothing, book a jet ski ride or pay to gain access to a VIP section of a club.
“I’ve always been an undercover nerd, so I’ve been obsessed with anything to do with technology and the future,” Hilton told CNN Business in an interview last month. “Now my new nickname is ‘The Queen of the Metaverse,'” she added, referring to a sobriquet she has used on the red carpet and in a number of her social media posts, which, according to her company 11:11 Media, first emerged in the NFT space on Twitter.
Hilton has long been a trendsetter. She arguably became an influencer before the term even existed after her reality TV show, “The Simple Life,” debuted in 2003. But Hilton, the great-granddaugther of hotel mogul Conrad Hilton, has also been working to redefine her public image as a successful businesswoman and to cement her status as an innovator.
Recently, she’s embraced two buzzy but speculative trends in tech: the metaverse, a vision for an immersive virtual world that still does not exist; and non-fungible tokens, known as NFTs, which refer to pieces of digital content linked to the blockchain, the digital ledger system underpinning various cryptocurrencies.
Hilton has invested in multiple tech companies, including backing digital avatar startup Genies and animation app immi, which allows some NFT owners to bring the characters in their digital artwork to life. She also bought a Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT, a pricey and highly sought after collection that’s attracted celebrity buyers. Hilton has also created her own NFT artwork. One of her latest NFT pieces, called the “Iconic Crypto Queen” and created in collaboration with popular NFT artist Blake Kathryn, sold for $1.111 million — a nod to 11:11 Media, Hilton’s new company named after her favorite time of day.
While the future of both the metaverse and NFTs remains unclear, arguably all the more so for the latter after a crypto market crash this month, some say there is real potential for celebrities who embrace virtual gatherings and products. “For celebrities, like brands, this is another way for them to engage with their fans and audiences,” said Michael Inouye, a principal analyst at ABI Research. “This could be through virtual events, concerts, shows and more. They could sell virtual merchandise so fans could show their fandom both in their real and virtual lives.”
Her bet on these digital products and services is just one piece of Hilton’s growing empire. Last fall, Hilton brought all of her initiatives under 11:11 Media. The company includes her 19 product lines, such as fragrances, clothing and makeup, which have surpassed over $4 billion in all-time revenue, according to the company. It also includes her production company Slivington Manor Entertainment — which is behind TV projects including “Cooking with Paris” and “Paris Hilton in Love” — and her podcast company London Audio.
“We are growing quickly and want to find the talent of people who are interested in this space,” said Hilton. To that end, Hilton is partnering with ZipRecruiter, an online platform for job seekers, to add more employees to her roster. 11:11 Media is soon launching a sweepstakes for someone to win a mentorship program with her in Los Angeles to learn many of the aspects of running her business.
“Mentorship is also something that’s really important for me. My mentor was my grandfather,” she said of the late Barron Hilton, the business magnate who was the former president, chairman and CEO of Hilton Hotels Corporation. “It’s just all the advice he gave me and the support has really stuck with me throughout my career. I want to be able to do that for someone else.”
A voice for NFTs
In 2019, Hilton emerged as one of the earliest celebrity promoters of NFTs. She was approached by a friend who was raising money for recovery efforts related to Australia’s wildfires at the time. When Hilton was asked to create a digital art piece on her iPad, she drew one of her cats, Munchkin. All proceeds went to charity.
“I then found myself on sites such as Clubhouse during the pandemic talking to artists about the NFT world and meeting with leaders in the space,” she said. “I became obsessed with it and started collaborating with artists. … It’s something I really believe in.”
Since then, she has become a public voice for NFTs. During an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” earlier this year, Hilton and Fallon shared pictures of their Bored Ape NFTs in a conversation that one news outlet described as “frankly, hallucinogenic.” The year before, she used her time on the show to school Fallon on how NFTs work.
Other celebrities including Snoop Dogg, Lindsay Lohan and Shawn Mendes have launched their own NFTs. But recently there have been signs the NFT market may be deflating. The NFT market declined to a daily average of about 19,000 sales earlier this month compared to 225,000 in September, according to data cited by the Wall Street Journal.
In 2021, then-Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey sold his first-ever published tweet as an NFT, for cryptocurrency valued at $2.9 million, but when the man who purchased it put it up for sale, it attracted offers at a fraction of the price.
The price of Bitcoin — the largest cryptocurrency — dropped below $30,000 earlier this month and has struggled to rise above that level since then. It remains down more than 50% from its record high in November. Other cryptocurrencies have been hit hard too in recent weeks.
Along with the risks associated with the volatility of NFTs and the broader crypto space, scams and thefts also persist. Some celebrities have also had class-action lawsuits filed against them for allegedly participating in so-called “pump and dump” crypto schemes.
“These have usually been associated with cryptocurrencies where the celebrity will hype it up and then when people invest in it they in turn around and sell their currency at a profit,” said Inouye. “This speaks to the less savory side of all of NFT-blockchain-crypto, which is at least in part driven by hype and speculation.”
Hilton said she’s been cautious not to give advice on what people should buy, noting she’s only interested in NFTs to “support the artists” and “not for investment reasons.”
A public perception shift
Hilton has proven herself as a successful entrepreneur for years but she said public perception of her — which was fixated on her heiress and socialite status — didn’t shift until the release of 2020 documentary “This is Paris.” The film, released on YouTube and since viewed more than 58 million times, called out the mistreatment she allegedly faced at a boarding school facility as a teenager.
“The documentary changed my life in every single way,” she said. “For so long, people had so many misconceptions of me because of the character I was playing … almost like a coping mechanism. Now they understand who I actually am and what I’ve been through. I’m not a dumb blonde. I’m just very good at pretending to be one.”
Since the release of the documentary, she has worked to change laws in seven states as part of an effort to crack down on abusive youth facilities. Earlier this month, Hilton visited the White House to discuss new legislation aimed protecting children in such programs.
“I will always be grateful to ‘The Simple Life’ because it really helped me launch my brand and all my businesses. But there is so much more to me,” she said. “I want to be known and respected for the businesswoman I am, the business and brand that I’ve created and for being an advocate for children who have suffered from the abuse and trauma that myself and so many others have.”
Hilton said she continues to look for new ways to innovate on and offline, grow her NFT collection and help others grow their own brands.
“It’s amazing now with the technology available to anyone from their living room — if they have Wi-Fi connection, an iPhone or whatever they’re capturing their content on — they are able to build a brand, support their families, be themselves and express themselves in that way,” she said. “It makes me proud that I created this new genre of a celebrity. … I love being an innovator and someone who is a first at things. It’s just incredible to see what that’s morphed into.”
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CARLSBAD, Calif. , June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jenny Craig, the leading weight loss and weight management company, today announces the appointment of Dan Hofmeister as Chief Marketing Officer. A seasoned marketing executive and mission-minded leader with a passion for enhancing consumers' lives through strong consumer brands, Hofmeister brings nearly two decades of marketing and commercial leadership experience to Jenny Craig.
"We are honored to have Dan join us at Jenny Craig as our new CMO," said David Pastrana, CEO of Jenny Craig. "His background working with some of America's leading consumer food brands is exactly the leadership that we're looking for as we enter the back half of 2022. He's going to be a tremendous asset to our executive team and we're thrilled to have his strategic guidance as we continue to grow."
Prior to his new role at Jenny Craig, Hofmeister held multiple executive leadership roles at Bumble Bee Seafoods, one of North America's largest seafood companies. These roles included Senior Vice President and General Manager of the company's Frozen Food Division; Senior Vice President and Head of Brand Marketing; and Head of Revenue Management. Prior to Bumble Bee, he spent nearly a decade at Hormel Foods growing its portfolio of brands in various commercial leadership functions. Hofmeister holds dual bachelor's degrees in Business Administration and Philosophy from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin and an Executive Leadership Certificate from Cornell University.
"I'm excited to join Jenny Craig's executive team and apply my consumer brand experience to the company's current and future marketing plans," said Hofmeister. "I am a huge admirer of Jenny Craig as one of the most recognizable household brands and have big plans to build upon the momentum we're already experiencing following the launch of Max Up earlier this year."
To learn more about Jenny Craig, please visit www.jennycraig.com.
The Jenny Craig program is designed to provide structure and support to help members lose weight and learn how to keep it off. Jenny Craig's program provides nutritionally-balanced menus, which includes almost 100 delicious entrees, desserts and snacks developed by dietitians, nutritionists and professional chefs. One-on-one coaching provides personal support and education on portion control and strategies such as Fresh and Free Additions, which helps with satiety. Jenny Craig coaches work with each member individually to identify their strengths, challenges and personal goals to create unique weekly meal plans that fit individual needs. Coaches also help members implement behavioral strategies to support their success. Jenny Craig's comprehensive approach to weight loss is available to members either by phone or in-person.
Jenny Craig, based in Carlsbad, California, is one of the world's largest weight loss and weight management companies, with nearly 500 company-owned and franchised locations in local neighborhoods in the United States and Canada, and approximately 600 centers worldwide. The company has been named one of the best diets by U.S. News and World Report for 11 years. To learn more about Jenny Craig, please visit www.jennycraig.com.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — An 11-year-old boy in North Texas is making headlines and catching the attention of artists across the country for his drumming skills.
Austin Arbelaez has almost 50,000 Instagram followers and is the youngest drummer to be singed by Maypex Drum Company.
He most recently played with Candlebox in Dallas.
CW33’s Yolonda Williams took a trip to Aledo to meet Austin and talk about his bright future and career. If you would like to know more about Austin, follow him on Instagram at @austinarbelaez. | https://cw33.com/news/inside-dfw/11-year-old-north-texas-drummer-catching-national-attention-for-incredible-drumming-skills/ | 2022-05-19T05:29:08Z |
PLEASANTON, Calif., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Unchained Labs, the life sciences company that's all about getting biologics and gene therapy researchers the right tool for the job will build a new, expanded campus right around the corner from its current headquarters in Pleasanton, CA.
Unchained entered into a very long-term (basically forever) lease on a 12-acre property at 4747 Willow Rd in Pleasanton, CA. The property includes a 121,000sf existing facility and the right to build additional buildings on the site to support future growth. The new building is about 2.5 times the size of the Company's current Pleasanton footprint and the plan is to consolidate all CA science, engineering, manufacturing, marketing, sales, and administrative functions into this single building. It will take about a year to upgrade the site, including the buildout of lab and production space, and the team expects to move-in around mid-2023.
"We are growing like crazy and busting at the seams. The business has almost doubled over the past 2 years, and we have already launched 4 new products in 2022," said Tim Harkness, Founder and CEO of Unchained. "We have never been more optimistic about our future, and we needed a long-term facility plan that matched our growth expectations. This new campus is the perfect solution. Pleasanton is an ideal place to build a business and has become an important part of our identity. We are ecstatic to bring our full tribe together under one roof and to call Pleasanton our forever home."
"We are thrilled to welcome Unchained Labs as our tenant to what will be one of the premier life science facilities in San Francisco's East Bay. We look forward to supporting them as they continue to execute on their strategic growth initiatives," said Christopher Hayes, Managing Director, W. P. Carey.
Thanks to our advisors, JLL and our attorneys at Cooley LLP, who helped us find this site and negotiate this agreement with W. P. Carey.
About Unchained Labs
Here's the deal. We're all about helping biologics and gene therapy researchers break free from tools that just don't cut it. Unleashing problem-tackling products that make a huge difference in the real science they do every day. That's our mantra, our promise and we own it. We're located in Pleasanton, CA and can be found online at www.unchainedlabs.com.
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Palmer shoots 62, joins lead at low-scoring Byron Nelson
By SCHUYLER DIXON
AP Sports Writer
McKINNEY, Texas (AP) — Ryan Palmer shot a 10-under 62 on Friday at the Byron Nelson for a share of the second-round lead with Sebastián Muñoz and 40-year-old tour rookie David Skinns. The 45-year-old Palmer hasn’t won an individual event since 2010 in Hawaii. Palmer lives in nearby Colleyville and is a member at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, where the tour returns in two weeks after the PGA Championship at Southern Hills. Muñoz, a Colombian who lives in the Dallas area and went to college at North Texas, followed his opening 60 with a 69. Skinns shot 63. They were at 15 under at TPC Craig Ranch. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/13/palmer-shoots-62-joins-lead-at-low-scoring-byron-nelson/ | 2022-05-14T00:44:56Z |
How an AP reporter broke the Tuskegee syphilis story
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (AP) — Jean Heller was toiling away on the floor of the Miami Beach Convention Center when an Associated Press colleague from the opposite end of the country walked into her workspace behind the event stage and handed her a thin manila envelope.
“I’m not an investigative reporter,” Edith Lederer told the 29-year-old Heller as competitors typed away beyond the thick grey hangings separating news outlets covering the 1972 Democratic National Convention. “But I think there might be something here.”
Inside were documents telling a tale that, even today, staggers the imagination: For four decades, the U.S. government had denied hundreds of poor, Black men treatment for syphilis so researchers could study its ravages on the human body.
The U.S. Public Health Service called it “The Tuskegee Study of Untreated Syphilis in the Negro Male.” The world would soon come to know it simply as the “Tuskegee Study” — one of the biggest medical scandals in U.S. history, an atrocity that continues to fuel mistrust of government and health care among Black Americans.
“I thought, ‘It couldn’t be,’” Heller recalls of that moment, 50 years ago. “The ghastliness of this.”
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The story of how the study came to light began four years earlier, at a party in San Francisco.
Lederer was working at the AP bureau there in 1968 when she met Peter Buxtun. Three years earlier, while pursuing graduate work in history, Buxtun had taken a job at the local Public Health Service office in 1965; he was tasked with tracking venereal disease cases in the Bay Area.
In 1966, Buxtun had overheard colleagues talking about a syphilis study going on in Alabama. He called the Communicable Disease Center, now the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and asked if they had any documents they could share. He received a manila envelope containing 10 reports, he told The American Scholar magazine in a story published in 2017.
He knew immediately that the study was unethical, he said, and sent reports to his superiors telling them so, twice. The reply was essentially: Tend to your own work and forget about Tuskegee.
He eventually left the agency, but he couldn’t leave Tuskegee.
So, Buxtun turned to his journalist friend, “Edie,” who demurred.
“I knew that I could not do this,” Lederer said during a recent interview. “AP, in 1972, was not going to put a young reporter from San Francisco on a plane to Tuskegee, Alabama, to go and do an investigative story.”
But she told Buxtun she knew someone who could.
At the time, Heller was the only woman on the AP’s fledgling Special Assignment Team, a rarity in the industry. Still, she was not spared the casual sexism of the era. A 1968 story on the team for AP World, the wire service’s employee newsletter, described the squad as “10 men and one cute gal.”
A caption under the 5-foot-2 Heller’s photo called the “pixie-like” reporter “lovely and competent.”
Lederer knew Heller from their days together at AP’s New York headquarters, then at 50 Rockefeller Plaza, where Heller started out on the radio desk.
“I knew she was a terrific reporter,” Lederer says.
During a trip to visit her parents in Florida, Lederer made a short detour to Miami Beach, where Heller was part of a team covering the convention — from which U.S. Sens. George McGovern of South Dakota and Thomas Eagleton of Missouri would emerge as the Democratic presidential and vice presidential nominees.
During a recent interview at her North Carolina home, Heller recalled putting the leaked PHS documents in her briefcase. She says she didn’t get around to reading the contents until the flight back to Washington.
Seated next to her was Ray Stephens, head of the investigative team. She showed him the documents. Stephens realized the government wasn’t denying the study’s existence, just refusing to talk about it.
Heller recalls Stephens saying: “When we get back to Washington, I want you to drop everything else you’re doing and focus on this.”
The government stonewalled her and refused to talk about the study. So, Heller began making the rounds elsewhere, starting with colleges, universities and medical schools.
She even reached out to her mother’s gynecologist, a “straight down the line, middle of the road, superior doctor.”
“I asked him if he’d ever heard about this, and he said, ‘That’s not going on. I just don’t believe it.’”
Finally, one of her sources recalled seeing something about the syphilis study in a small medical publication. She headed to the D.C. public library.
“I asked them if they had any kind of documents, books, magazines, whatever ... that would fit a, what today we would call a profile or a search engine search, for ‘Tuskegee,’ ‘farmers’, ‘Public Health Service,’ ‘syphilis,’” Heller says.
They found an obscure medical journal — Heller can’t recall the title — that had been chronicling the study’s “progress.”
“Every couple of years, they would write something about it,” she says. “Mostly it was about the findings — none of the morality was ever questioned.”
Normally, reporters celebrate these “Eureka” moments. But Heller felt no such elation.
“I knew that people had died, and I was about to tell the world who they were and what they had,” she says, her voice dropping. “And finding any joy in that ... would have been unseemly.”
Armed with the journal, Heller went back to the PHS. They caved.
She says the lede of the story — the first paragraph or sentence of a news article — came to her quickly.
“Marv Arrowsmith, the bureau chief, walked by my desk and, I said, ‘Hey, Marv. Will you publish this?’” she recalls. “And he read it and he looked at me and he said, ‘Can you prove it?’ I said, ‘Yes.’ He said, ‘You got it.’”
An AP medical writer helped interview doctors for the story. Within just a few short weeks, the team felt they had enough to publish.
Arrowsmith suggested they offer the story first to the now-defunct Washington Star, if it promised to run it on the front page.
“The Star was a highly respected PM (afternoon) newspaper, and if they took it seriously, others might follow,” Heller says.
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The story ran on July 25, 1972, a Tuesday. It was a harrowing tale.
Starting in 1932, the Public Health Service — working with the famed Tuskegee Institute — began recruiting Black men in Macon County, Alabama. Researchers told them they were to be treated for “bad blood,” a catch-all term used to describe several ailments, including anemia, fatigue and syphilis. Treatment at the time consisted primarily of doses of arsenic and mercury.
In exchange for their participation, the men would get free medical exams, free meals and burial insurance — provided the government was allowed to perform an autopsy.
Eventually, more than 600 men were enrolled. What they were not told was that about a third would receive no treatment at all — even after penicillin became available in the 1940s.
By the time Heller’s story was published, at least seven of the men in the study had died as a direct result of the affliction, and another 154 from heart disease.
“As much injustice as there was for Black Americans back in 1932, when the study began, I could not BELIEVE that an agency of the federal government, as much of a mistake as it was initially, could let this continue for 40 years,” says Heller. “It just made me furious.”
Nearly four months after the story ran, the study was halted.
The government established the Tuskegee Health Benefit Program to begin treating the men, eventually expanding it to the participants’ wives, widows and children. A class-action lawsuit filed in 1973 resulted in a $10 million settlement.
The last participant died in 2004, but the study still casts a long shadow over the nation. Many African Americans cited Tuskegee in refusing to seek medical treatment or participate in clinical trials. It was even cited more recently as a reason not to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
At 79, Heller is still haunted by her story and the effects it had on the men and women of rural Alabama, and the nation as a whole.
For the story, Heller would win some of journalism’s highest honors — the Robert F. Kennedy, George Polk and Raymond Clapper Memorial awards. (Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward of The Washington Post, writing about the Watergate scandal, finished in second place for the Clapper Award.)
Hanging in her office is a copy of the front-page byline she got in The New York Times, exceedingly rare for an AP staffer. But the hype surrounding Tuskegee would play a big role in Heller’s decision to leave the AP in 1974.
“I felt after all of the brouhaha over ... Tuskegee, and what came after it, that I should move on,” she says. She went on to a three-decade career that would take her from the hills of Wyoming to the beaches of South Florida.
These days, Heller spends her time cranking out fiction. She’s five books into a mystery series featuring Deuce Mora, a hard-driving female reporter who is a very un-pixie-like 6 feet tall.
Despite her distress over the state of the news business, she has never thought about returning to journalism.
“You can’t go home again; I firmly believe that,” she says. “And I don’t want to be competing against myself or against expectations.”
When asked if she regretted giving up what is arguably one of the great scoops in American journalism, Lederer replied: “Possibly, you know, a little bit.” But she knew the story was bigger than her or Heller or any individual reporter.
“What I cared about most was that this seemed to be a horrible and deadly injustice to innocent Black men,” says Lederer, who was the first woman assigned full time to cover the Vietnam War for the AP and remains its chief U.N. correspondent.
“And for me, the important thing was to verify it and to see that it got out to the broader American public — and that something was done to prevent any such experiments from happening again.”
Heller agrees.
“The story isn’t about me anyway,” she says. “It’s about them.”
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‘Elon Musk’s Crash Course’ explores the limits of Tesla’s ‘self-driving’ technology
Review by Brian Lowry, CNN
As Elon Musk tweets his way through his pending Twitter acquisition, FX’s “The New York Times Presents” documentary banner takes a hard look at his flagship business, Tesla, and its long-deferred promise to deliver self-driving car technology with “Elon Musk’s Crash Course.”
Musk didn’t cooperate with the filmmakers, who focus on Tesla’s safety record, several fatal accidents tied to the technology and perhaps most significantly, Musk’s history of repeatedly saying that true self-driving technology is “two years away,” illustrated by clips of the CEO moving the goalposts again and again since 2015.
In addition, the film premieres as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a new investigation into circumstances surrounding another crash, involving a Tesla in Newport Beach, California, this month.
As Times reporter Cade Metz notes, when pressed about the issue Musk has tended to “double down on it,” adding that in terms of his public optimism regarding when that space-age concept would become reality, “It’s very easy to say these things. And there’s no check on him.”
“Crash Course” includes interviews with various regulators as well as former Tesla employees, such as software engineer Raven Jiang, who make the points that self-driving technology was seen as a significant selling point and that it’s hard to distinguish Musk’s relentless salesmanship from whether he fully believes what he’s saying.
The producers also feature test drives that demonstrate blind spots in the Autopilot function, including difficulties identifying stationary objects that add to the risk factor.
Even with the necessary disclaimers, the term “self-driving” evokes certain expectations about the extent to which a person behind the wheel needs to be engaged in its operation, which has muddied the coverage. Musk’s high profile and swashbuckling entrepreneurial image have also fed into the romance surrounding the company, with Times reporter Neal Boudette saying, “Tesla fans hear what they want to hear.”
Tesla has said that it’s still the driver’s responsibility to pay heed to what the car is doing even while in Autopilot, and that the driver should be ready to take charge in case of problems with the software.
But critics suggest that Musk’s pronouncements have fueled perceptions that go beyond what Autopilot can currently accomplish, such as an interview in which he’s shown saying that self-driving technology will soon offer “complete autonomy. Safer than a human.”
“There are too many people who construe the term Autopilot to mean ‘Human engagement no longer necessary,'” says former National Transportation Safety Board chairman Christopher Hart.
With Musk very much in the news, “Crash Course” offers a window into this inordinately outspoken and controversial billionaire and the corporate culture that he fosters. Yet more urgently, it raises questions about the safety of Tesla owners when they employ Autopilot now, not where they’ll be two years from now.
“The New York Times Presents Elon Musk’s Crash Course” premieres May 20 at 10 p.m. ET on FX and Hulu.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly 50 defense leaders from around the world met Monday and agreed to send more advanced weapons to Ukraine, including a harpoon launcher and missiles to protect its coast, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told reporters.
And Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said that “low-level” discussion is underway on how the U.S. may need to adjust its training of Ukrainian forces and on whether some U.S. troops should be based in Ukraine.
The U.S. withdrew its few troops in Ukraine before the war and has no plans to send in combat forces. Milley’s comments left open the possibility troops could return for embassy security or another non-combat role.
The U.S. embassy in Kyiv has partially reopened and is staffing up again, and there have been questions about whether the U.S. will send a Marine security force back in to help protect the embassy or if other options should be considered.
Asked if U.S. special operations forces may go into Ukraine, which officials have insisted they are not doing yet, Milley said that “any reintroduction of U.S. forces into Ukraine would require a presidential decision. So we’re a ways away from anything like that.”
Speaking to Pentagon reporters, Austin declined to say if the U.S. will send Ukraine high-tech mobile rocket launchers, which it has requested. But Austin said that some 20 nations announced Monday that they will send new packages of security assistance to Ukraine, as its war with Russia reaches the three-month mark.
In particular, he said that Denmark has agreed to send a harpoon launcher and missiles to Ukraine to help Ukraine defend its coast. Russia has ships in the Black Sea and has used them to launch cruise missiles into Ukraine. The Russian ships have also stopped all commercial ship traffic from entering Ukraine ports.
“We’ve gained a sharper, shared sense of Ukraine’s priority requirements and the situation on the battlefield,” Austin told reporters at the close of the virtual meeting with the defense leaders. “Many countries are donating critically needed artillery ammunition, coastal defense systems and tanks and other armored vehicles. Others came forward with new commitments for training.”
The U.S. and other countries have been training Ukrainian forces in nearby European countries.
Austin added that the Czech Republic recently donated attack helicopters, tanks and rockets, and that Italy, Greece, Norway and Poland announced new donations Monday of artillery systems and ammunition.
“The nature of the fight, as you’ve heard us describe a number of times is … really shaped by artillery in this phase,” said Austin. “And we’ve seen serious exchanges of artillery fires over the last several weeks.”
Austin said that during the virtual meeting, Ukraine officials made clear their security needs. And he said those are consistent with what has been identified in recent weeks — long-range artillery and rocket systems, armored personnel carriers and drones.
Milley provided the greatest detail to date on the increased U.S. presence in Europe since Russia invaded in late February. Last fall. there were roughly 78,000 U.S. troops in the region, and that has gone up to 102,000 — including 24 surface ships, four submarines, 12 fighter jet squadrons, two combat aviation units, and six Army brigade combat teams, along with their division and corps leaderships. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/pentagon-says-more-high-tech-weapons-going-to-ukraine/ | 2022-05-24T19:26:41Z |
The combined expertise creates critical synergies through proven synthetic graphite anode manufacturing processes and high-performance particle engineering technology
CHICAGO and DENVER, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anovion, LLC (Anovion) and Forge Nano Inc. (Forge Nano), two premier U.S. domestic battery materials manufacturers, announce an agreement to collaborate on the supply of enhanced graphite anode technology for lithium-ion batteries. The companies will use Forge Nano's proprietary particle coating technology and Anovion's proven synthetic graphite manufacturing processes to secure domestic energy initiatives and alleviate supply chain issues.
The parties are co-developing market-leading anode material and aim to establish mass production scale to supply domestic battery and energy storage applications. Anovion's existing production capacity will accelerate the partnership's efforts to meet near-term targets ahead of larger scale initiatives. Forge Nano's surface engineering platform technology will be used to apply specialized coatings and enhanced capabilities to Anovion's synthetic graphite battery materials.
"Until now, foreign producers have controlled the global supply of anode material. In our current operation, Anovion has made major strides in R&D and process development, along with the commercialization of existing products," said Eric Stopka, Chief Executive Officer of Anovion. "This exciting partnership with industry leader, Forge Nano, helps us supply the market with another critical product line. We're proud to be joining forces to help solve the critical need for a domestic supply of battery materials."
The two companies are building upon an existing relationship that has already generated successful results. A prime example is the satellite battery program that launched U.S.-made batteries into orbit in June 2021, using advanced anode materials and electrodes first developed by Forge Nano and Anovion's predecessor company Pyrotek. These cutting-edge batteries perform reliably in the harsh operating environment of space and have demonstrated the ability to cycle over 1,700 times with 0% loss of capacity. In addition to developing and delivering innovative anode material solutions to the market, Anovion and Forge Nano also collaborate on government advocacy efforts as founding members of the Battery Materials Technology Coalition (BMTC).
James Trevey, Forge Nano's Chief Technology Officer, adds "Forge Nano is a very active participant toward enabling energy security for the U.S. through partnerships with material suppliers. This partnership with Anovion is exemplary in paving the path for premium-performance, low-cost materials to be made in the U.S., using new technology to leapfrog over incumbent technologies, create a better product, and just as important, a better process for graphite production which reduces the environmental impact of manufacturing."
Forge Nano and Anovion will also establish a long-term supply agreement for synthetic graphite anode materials for Forge Nano's Made-in-America lithium-ion cells. Anovion is currently developing its first large-scale synthetic graphite anode production facility targeting 50,000-70,000 tons per annum capacity, focused on large-format battery producers supplying mass market applications such as electric vehicles.
Headquartered in Chicago, IL, Anovion brings over 140 years of experience in the production of synthetic graphite materials. As a leader in synthetic graphite lithium-ion battery anode materials innovation and manufacturing, Anovion has the largest domestic commercial production today. Their qualified products are in commercial production with customers in key North American markets such as commercial electric vehicles, aerospace, and defense, and are undergoing qualification testing with leading automotive electric vehicle OEMs and suppliers, among many others. Anovion plans for a capacity expansion targeting up to 150,000 tons per annum finished product by 2030.
For more information, visit www.anovion-anode.com.
Forge Nano is a global leader in specialty chemical development resulting from their commercialization of a precision nano-coating technology called Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD). The Company's proprietary technology and manufacturing processes improve material performance and reduce cost for a wide range of applications and industries. Forge Nano's suite of equipment and services, from lab-scale to commercial-scale, provides a basis for end-to-end product development with partners. Forge Nano has received major support and signed meaningful partnerships with Volkswagen, LG Technology Ventures, Mitsui Kinzoku, Air Liquide, and Sumitomo Corporation of Americas resulting primarily from its heavy involvement in the lithium-ion battery industry, improving performance and safety while reducing cost. For more information, visit www.forgenano.com.
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Sarasota Police Negotiations continue
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) -The Sarasota Police Department Union continues negotiations with the City of Sarasota. This week the union released a video to push the city to agree to what they are asking for, according to Sarasota Police Department Union President Eric Urbain.
The video was put together by a media consultant for the SPD Union to put out the message that SPD officers risk their lives every day, according to Urbain. The video uses body camera footage from officers’ encounters working in the city.
“There are so many things that happen within the city that I don’t think the residents or the visitors or even most people employed in the city understand or have an idea that happens,” said Urbain.
SPD Officers are asking the city for higher pay to recruit the best and brightest and keep them in the city, said Urbain. In the last round of negotiations, the union agreed to almost all the proposals presented by the city except for article seven, according to Urbain.
“We agreed to some of the articles they proposed to us and we wanted to sign off on them and tentatively agree to them,” said Urbain. “They refused because we would not take the entire package as a whole.”
According to Urbain article seven had to do with officer pay, benefits, leave, and health care which is the key to recruiting and keeping officers in the city. The union is asking for a starting salary of $66,000 and the current starting salary is $55,826 to compete against cities like Tampa and St. Petersburg, said Urbain. He said what they are asking for is based on research that is available to the public and the city.
“We want to be as transparent and open as we can, there’s no smoke and mirrors here, all of our research has been well put together by our international headquarters which has done a fantastic job of supporting us with gathering all these facts,” said Urbain.
The next round of negotiations is on Sept. 16 and is open to the public. Urbain is encouraging the public to come and voice their support for SPD. According to Urbain, this meeting is critical and if both parties can’t agree then it will leave the negotiations at an impasse.
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1,200-Megawatt Hour Facility to Optimize Renewable Energy and Fortify California's Electricity Grid
CHICAGO, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hecate Grid, an independent power producer focused on developing, building, owning and operating stand-alone energy storage projects in the United States, has announced the successful completion of two landmark achievements in the development of its Humidor Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project, a utility-scale battery energy storage facility planned in Los Angeles County, California. The key milestones achieved are:
- Fully contracting the resource adequacy of the project with Southern California Edison (SCE) and California's first community choice energy provider, MCE, and
- Receiving site plan approval from L.A. County.
The 300-megawatt (MW), 1,200-megawatt-hour (MWh) Humidor BESS is being developed to optimize the deployment of renewable energy and fortify California's electricity grid. The battery resource will generally charge during times when solar and wind resources are plentiful and will discharge during the highest demand hours, thus helping to mitigate electricity prices in the state. It will also provide grid stabilizing services increasing the resiliency of the California electricity grid.
Hecate Grid expects the Humidor BESS to be fully commissioned and operational in the first half of 2024.
"The Humidor BESS will be a versatile resource that supports the efficient use of renewable electricity and will make the CAISO grid a more resilient and reliable system," said Gabe Wapner, Hecate Grid's VP of Business Development. "Energy storage packs a one-two punch. It supports wide scale deployment of renewable energy while mitigating energy costs for consumers."
In addition to the Humidor BESS Project, Hecate Grid operates the 20 MW / 80 MWh Johanna BESS in Santa Ana, California. The company is currently constructing three additional BESS projects with a total capacity of 105 MW / 210 MWh in Riverside County, California, and will be issuing "Notice to Proceed" for 750 MW / 1,500MWh worth of BESS projects in Texas's ERCOT grid in the first quarter of 2023.
"Hecate Grid's mission is to deploy battery energy storage solutions that enable a more efficient, stable, and clean electricity system – in California, and throughout the U.S.," said Wapner.
To learn more about Hecate Grid, visit http://www.hecategrid.com/ or contact Steve Sullivan, Press@HecateGrid.com.
Launched in 2018, Hecate Grid is an independent power producer focused on developing, building, owning, and operating stand-alone energy storage projects. Originally incubated within the renewable energy development firm Hecate Energy, Hecate Grid is now a stand-alone business funded by international investment manager InfraRed Capital Partners Limited, which manages US$14 bn+ of equity capital. Hecate Grid has an active project pipeline of over 5 gigawatts of energy storage projects in development throughout the U.S.
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Kickoff event with local affiliate Rebuilding Together North Jersey to support NJ-based homeowners in need
RINGWOOD, N.J., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rebuilding Together, the leading national nonprofit organization with a vision to ensure safe and healthy homes and communities for everyone, and Bed Bath & Beyond Inc., the foremost omnichannel retailer for home, baby and wellness products today announced a partnership to provide no-cost home repairs and essential household items for local neighbors in need in communities across the country. The partnership kicked off in Ringwood, NJ today with Associates representing local Bed Bath & Beyond, buybuy BABY and Harmon Face Values stores, as well as from corporate headquarters in Union, N.J., volunteering in support of several local homeowners.
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. is partnering with Rebuilding Together as part of its ongoing initiative to provide a sense of home to the people and communities they serve. Along with providing critical home repairs to improve safety, increase accessibility and help neighbors remain where they feel most at home, Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. is donating household items – including kitchen and dining ware, bedding, bathroom towels, home décor and wellness items – to further support homeowners' needs.
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. will support more than 25 projects nationwide this year, helping neighbors across the country receive quality critical home repairs at no cost to them and allowing them to remain safe and healthy in their homes. Project volunteers will be locally based Associates from the company's Bed Bath & Beyond, buybuy BABY, Harmon Face Values and Decorist retail banners.
"We believe now more than ever that creating a sense of home is critical for the well-being of both individuals and the communities we serve," said Mark Tritton, President and CEO of Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. "By joining forces with Rebuilding Together to invest in revitalizing homes across the country, we can support homeowners in need and enable our Associates to create an impact where they live and work."
Neighbors receiving repairs include Lucy, a retired school bus driver who shares her 160-year-old home with six family members and is in dire need of repairs, and Kelly, a schoolteacher who serves as the sole caregiver for her husband, mother and two adult children. Key repair highlights will include roof repairs for Lucy and a new refrigerator for Kelly, who must store insulin to meet her husband's health needs.
"Rebuilding Together's mission to repair homes and revitalize communities is more critical than ever before as the nation faces a devastating housing crisis," said Caroline Blakely, president and CEO, Rebuilding Together. "We're incredibly grateful to Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. for their partnership and look forward to making a difference together in New Jersey and nationwide."
Rebuilding Together and its affiliates have over 30 years of experience providing services to neighbors in need so they can age safely in place, live independently, preserve generational wealth and remain in the communities they love. The repairs are provided at no cost to neighbors who are often faced with diminishing resources. Over time, deferred home maintenance can cause significant potential health hazards, like risk of injury due to falling, and lead to crumbling foundations, sagging roofs and windows and doors that can't be secured.
Today's event was made possible by Rebuilding Together North Jersey, an affiliate that serves Bergen and Passaic Counties.
About Rebuilding Together:
Rebuilding Together is the leading national nonprofit organization repairing the homes of people in need and revitalizing our communities. Through its national network of affiliates, Rebuilding Together works proactively and collaboratively with community leaders, long-term residents, funders, and volunteers to foster dialogue and create safe, healthy communities across the country. Learn more and get involved at rebuildingtogether.org.
About Bed Bath & Beyond Inc:
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. and subsidiaries (the "Company") is an omnichannel retailer that makes it easy for our customers to feel at home. The Company sells a wide assortment of merchandise in the Home, Baby, Beauty and Wellness markets. Additionally, the Company is a partner in a joint venture which operates retail stores in Mexico under the name Bed Bath & Beyond. Bed Bath & Beyond operates websites at bedbathandbeyond.com, bedbathandbeyond.ca, buybuybaby.com, buybuybaby.ca, facevalues.com and decorist.com.
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NEW YORK, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Volta Inc. ("Volta") (NYSE: VLTA) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between August 2, 2021 and March 28, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Volta, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Volta includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Volta had improperly accounted for restricted stock units issued in connection with the business combination of Volta Industries, Inc. ("Legacy Volta") and Tortoise Acquisition Corp. II; (2) as a result, the Company had understated its net loss for third quarter 2021; (3) there were material weaknesses in the Company's internal control over financial reporting that resulted in a material error; (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company would restate its financial statements; (5) as a result of the foregoing, Legacy Volta's founders would imminently exit the Company; (6) as a result, the Company's financial results would be adversely impacted; and (7) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: May 31, 2022
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Which cedar raised garden bed is best?
Growing your own food is one of the most rewarding outdoor activities you can have. This is a delicious, visible connection to the earth that can improve both your health and your environment.
But what are your options when you have limited space or poor soil? These challenges are common in urban areas. To meet them, many people opt to use a cedar raised garden bed.
Why choose a cedar raised garden bed
On the most basic level, a cedar raised garden bed is beneficial because:
- It lets you start your garden sooner in the season.
- It has better drainage.
- You can customize the soil to whatever you’re planting.
- You can garden in areas with poor or potentially harmful soil.
Raised beds are also great for gardeners with mobility concerns. It can be challenging to get up and down off the ground during a long weeding session. Depending on the height, a raised bed with legs can be accessed while sitting or standing. This makes gardening more accessible.
Finally, cedar in particular is both rot and pest resistant. Because of this, you don’t need to use chemically treated wood or harmful sealant or paint to keep your raised bed from disintegrating after a couple of seasons.
Raised beds with or without legs
A raised bed can be as simple as a square boundary placed on top of already existing soil. Most raised beds without legs are 11 inches tall — a good height for most herbs, flowers and vegetables. This provides all of the benefits, but they can still be challenging for some gardeners to use.
If you like the idea of planting, weeding and harvesting at waist level, look for raised beds with legs. They have the same depth of bed, but legs that are 2-4 feet tall make this setup easier to use.
Which cedar raised garden bed is best?
Jumbl Raised Canadian Cedar Garden Bed
It’s available in four sizes. It is designed to work in small spaces but is deep enough for larger vegetables that require more room for roots. This raised bed comes with a liner and a one-year replacement warranty. No special tools are required to assemble.
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Greene’s Fence Original Cedar Elevated Garden Bed
If you are worried about chemicals, this is a great choice. The cedar is untreated which makes it safe for growing all types of herbs and vegetables. The rectangular shape optimizes this raised bed for balconies and patios. It assembles easily but requires a rubber mallet.
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Boldly Growing Wooden Raised Garden Bed Kit
This untreated cedar bed is divided into 4-foot-by-4-foot raised boxes. The tongue-and-groove boards of the bed are smooth to prevent splinters. Each square is nearly a foot deep. It assembles easily with a screwdriver and comes with a one-year warranty.
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Miracle-Gro Cedar Raised Garden Bed
The narrow size of this raised garden bed is ideal for balconies, next to sidewalks and other places where there isn’t much room. It is available in five lengths and two widths, and the simple construction means expansion is easy with other Miracle-Gro products.
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Leisure Season Square Cedar Raised Garden Bed
It is a compact option that works well for planting accent flowers or herbs on a deck or patio. This is 18 inches by 18 inches. It assembles easily by sliding the tongue and groove boards together.
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Greenes Fence Premium U-Shaped Cedar Raised Bed
The cedar boards lock simply into corner posts for assembly. Add decorative tops posts with a screwdriver. The u-shape is substantial and lets you plant a full garden in a small footprint. It is available in two sizes, with or without critter guards. These beds can also be stacked for deeper crops such as potatoes or to elevate the beds even further.
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Boldly Growing Store Cedar Raised Planter Box With Legs
Yellow cedar is strong and resistant to rot. It is unfinished and can be stained or sealed as you like. It is available in two sizes. This raised bed holds 5 cubic feet of soil and comes with a one-year warranty.
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Timberlane Gardens 3-tiered Western Red Cedar Raised Bed Kit
The sustainably managed western red cedar in this three-tiered bed is free of chemicals and connected with mortise and tenon joinery. no tools are needed to assemble. These can be used as three separate beds or stacked for one. Brackets for joining are included. This is made in the U.S. from native trees.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Canelo Álvarez is hurting after his first loss in nearly a decade, and he’s still angry about everything that’s happened during five years of fighting and arguing with Gennady Golovkin.
Álvarez says he is determined to channel all of those bad feelings into a spectacular win over Golovkin when they complete their rivalry trilogy on Sept. 17 in Las Vegas.
The Mexican superstar declared his third fight with Golovkin to be a grudge match Friday as they began promoting their showdown with a news conference in Hollywood. Álvarez (57-2-2, 39 KOs) was upset by light heavyweight Dmitry Bivol seven weeks ago, but he guaranteed he will “definitely” punch the 40-year-old Golovkin into retirement with a knockout.
“(It will be) so sweet,” Álvarez said. “For me, it’s going to be very satisfying because of everything that’s come around this fight.”
Álvarez’s personal dislike of Golovkin seemed awfully genuine, even while Golovkin (42-1-1, 37 KOs) downplayed any personal animus. Neither fighter can deny their rivalry has included years of trash talk, particularly after Canelo’s failed drug test in 2018.
“He always pretends to be a nice guy in front of people, but he’s a (jerk),” Álvarez said. “That’s what he is. I don’t pretend to be nice. This is who I am. I don’t pretend to be another person, and he’s always pretending in front of you, ‘Oh, I’m a nice guy.’ He’s not.”
They’ve also met in two incredibly close fights that stand among the best moments of both fighters’ careers. The first bout in 2017 was ruled a split draw, while Álvarez won the rematch by a narrow majority decision.
Golovkin sought a third fight earlier than Álvarez, but the coronavirus pandemic played a role in Álvarez’s decision to wait four years for the rubber match. Golovkin dismisses Álvarez’s bold statements about a knockout as fight posturing.
“If it’s so personal for him, my question is why was he putting off the (third fight) for so long?” Golovkin asked through his interpreter. “If it’s personal, you should ask him why.”
Álvarez says it’s because of Golovkin’s trash talk, particularly in languages other than English. Golovkin reacted to his 2018 loss with characteristic cool, but he has fought only four times in the ensuing four years while he sought the chance for redemption and the massive payday offered by a third fight with Álvarez.
“From an emotional standpoint, I’ve completely cooled down,” Golovkin claimed. “I believe it’s just another fight. But I was still fighting, and he was participating in golf tournaments. That’s something he should do, but jumping around in weight classes, I don’t know.”
Golovkin’s comment was veiled shade at Álvarez, whose near-daily golf habit became a popular thing to blame for his surprising loss to Bivol last month. Álvarez said he absolutely won’t stop playing golf, but he intends to improve the conditioning that left him visibly wearier as the fight with Bivol went on.
“He always talks about I’m scared, I’m running away,” Álvarez said. “I’m not fighting the best guys out there, (while) he’s fighting those Class D fighters. He’s talking a lot of things about me, so that’s why it’s special to me.”
Golovkin will move up to super middleweight for the first time in his career for the third bout with Álvarez, who holds all four major championship belts at 168 pounds. Golovkin was the long-reigning kingpin of the middleweight division before his loss to Álvarez, but he has since reclaimed two of the belts.
Both fighters live in Southern California. They’ll meet again on Monday in New York.
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Mr. Ostfeld to oversee all aspects of how firm pursues, partners and delivers Design-Build projects
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, announced today that Eric Ostfeld, P.E., has been named President, Design-Build Services. In this role, Mr. Ostfeld joins the firm's Executive Committee and will oversee all aspects of how the firm pursues, partners and delivers Design-Build projects. He will work closely with leaders from Michael Baker's Operations, Federal and Legal teams, as well as Design-Build colleagues across the country, to ensure effective design management and continuous collaboration with Design-Build partners to build quality and value into every step of the project.
"Michael Baker is committed to pursuing innovative and collaborative alternative delivery projects and identifying solutions that efficiently address the needs of our clients," said Brian A. Lutes, Chief Executive Officer at Michael Baker International. "As we Reimagine Michael Baker by broadening our capabilities, services and solutions to become a full-service engineering and consulting firm, Eric will play a critical role in growing our firm's Design-Build Services Vertical and providing innovative, start-to-finish Design-Build solutions."
Mr. Ostfeld joins Michael Baker with nearly 25 years of industry experience, including 15 years with Parsons, where he most recently served as Vice President, Integrated Delivery Business Development for the western U.S. In this role, he expanded the firm's services across bridge, highway, rail, aviation, tunneling and connected communities, strengthened existing business ties and built pursuit teams to win new work. Earlier in his career, he served as Alternative Delivery Manager for WSP USA, where he focused on establishing a successful Design-Build practice in the Pacific Northwest. Mr. Ostfeld also has extensive experience as a Project Manager, Project Engineer, Transportation Engineer, Construction Manager and Design-Build Manager for many state and federal projects that span the U.S., Canada and Guam. Mr. Ostfeld holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Washington State University.
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services spanning four distinct Verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services and Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS). The firm's Practices encompass all facets of infrastructure, including design and civil engineering for diverse bridge, highway, water, rail and transit and aviation projects, as well as planning, architecture, environmental and construction and program management. For more than 80 years, the company has been a trusted partner to clients, providing comprehensive services and solutions, delivering expertise and quality, and embracing emerging technologies and the latest innovations – like intelligent transportation, engineered models and public safety software as a service (SaaS).
The firm's more than 3,500 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to Making a Difference for clients and communities through a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement while Reimagining Michael Baker to become a full-service engineering and consulting firm over the next five years.
To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
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Ruidiaz scores pair, Sounders top Pumas 3-0 to win CCL title
By TIM BOOTH
AP Sports Writer
SEATTLE (AP) — Raúl Ruidíaz scored on a deflected shot late in the first half, added a second goal off a perfect counter attack in the 80th minute, and the Seattle Sounders defeated Pumas 3-0 to win the CONCACAF Champions League title. The Sounders became the first team from Major League Soccer to claim the championship of club teams in North and Central America and the Caribbean since the current format was adopted in 2008. Seattle was the fifth MLS team to reach the final and the first to finish the task. Officially, Seattle won the two leg final 5-2. The teams played a 2-2 draw last week in Mexico City. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/04/ruidiaz-scores-pair-sounders-top-pumas-3-0-to-win-ccl-title/ | 2022-05-05T06:35:15Z |
NEW YORK, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of the securities of Unilever PLC (NYSE: UL) between September 2, 2020 and July 21, 2021, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 15, 2022.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Unilever 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 Unilever class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7063 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 15, 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. 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 in July 2020, Ben & Jerry's board passed a resolution to end sales of its ice cream in "Occupied Palestinian Territory" as well as the risks attendant to the board's decision. Additionally, Unilever's s description of its legal risks was materially false and misleading because Unilever acknowledged that complying with all applicable laws and regulations was important but omitted discussing Ben & Jerry's boycott decision, which risked adverse governmental actions for violations of laws, executive orders, or resolutions aimed at discouraging boycotts, divestment, and sanctions of Israel adopted by 35 U.S. states ("Anti-BDS Legislation").
On July 19, 2021, Unilever and its hand-picked Ben & Jerry's CEO, finally "operationalized" the Ben & Jerry's board's resolution to boycott. Ben & Jerry's announced on its website and through its Twitter account that, upon the expiration of the current licensing agreement by which its products had been distributed in Israel for decades, Ben & Jerry's would end sales of its ice cream in "Occupied Palestinian Territory" but Ben & Jerry's would purportedly continue to sell its products in Israel.
Ultimately, the states of New York, New Jersey, Florida, Texas, Illinois, Colorado, and Arizona announced decisions to divest their pension fund investments in Unilever due to violations of their Anti-BDS Legislation.
When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Unilever class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7063 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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