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Daily service kicks off today with nonstop flights to Las Vegas and ticket & hotel giveaways
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MIRAMAR, Fla., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Getaways to and from "The City of Trees" are easier than ever with today's launch of Spirit Airlines' (NYSE: SAVE) first Idaho service at Boise Airport (BOI). The daily, nonstop route connects Las Vegas' entertainment and attractions to Boise's vibrant, tree-lined city and its surrounding outdoor recreation opportunities.
"Bringing More Go to the capital city of Idaho calls for a big celebration as we welcome Boiseans to experience our convenient options and low fares for the first time," said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. "We're excited to celebrate with our special ticket giveaway and give back to the community through The Spirit Charitable Foundation."
In celebration of the new service, Spirit is hosting a Las Vegas Flyaway for Boise Guests. One lucky winner will get a pair of tickets to fly on Spirit's new, nonstop route to Las Vegas (LAS), including complimentary roundtrip airfare, bags, seat selection and Shortcut Boarding. Winners will also enjoy a three-night stay at Treasure Island and a pair of tickets to Mystère by Cirque du Soleil, provided in partnership with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. Participants can enter now through August 31 at spirit.com/flyaway.
"We're thrilled with that our partners at Spirit Airlines are continuing to expand nonstop service to Las Vegas with three new routes," said H. Fletch Brunelle, Vice President of Marketing for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. "The addition of these new flights is extremely exciting as we welcome visitors to explore all that's new in the sports and entertainment capital of the world. From stunning new resorts and meeting spaces to spectacular new entertainment offerings and the most anticipated international sports special events, Las Vegas continues to flourish."
Las Vegas is one of Spirit's largest airport operations with about 70 flights each day, which now provides one-stop options between BOI and more than a dozen cities across the airline's route map.
"We are thrilled to welcome Spirit at such an exciting and dynamic time in the airline's history," said Boise Airport Director Rebecca Hupp. "Adding daily service to Las Vegas on a low-fare carrier, as well as easy connections to Spirit's wider network, allows more BOI passengers access to a wide variety of one-stop destinations."
The Spirit Charitable Foundation commemorated the carrier's entrance into Boise with a $20,000 donation to Global Gardens. The Boise-based nonprofit organization supports beginning farmers from diverse backgrounds by providing access to land, training, and the market. The Foundation is committed to investing in organizations like Global Gardens that have a meaningful social impact on one of its three key pillars: Children and Families, Service Members, and the Environment.
"Global Gardens is deeply grateful for this generous gift from the Spirit Charitable Foundation," said Rabiou Manzo, Global Gardens Program Manager. "It creates a win-win by helping farmers take their careers to the next level while giving the local community more access to fresh produce. For almost 20 years Global Gardens has provided training and resources to refugee and immigrant farmers, allowing them to continue farming as they rebuild their lives here in the U.S. Several of our farmers grow ethnic produce from their home countries that otherwise wouldn't be accessible to local buyers."
There is no limit to how fast and how far you can grow within Spirit. We're growing and hiring Pilots, Flight Attendants, and Aviation Maintenance Technicians. Visit spirit.com/careers for information.
The entrance into Boise demonstrates Spirit's continued commitment to invest in the Guest, which entails a number of initiatives aimed at delivering the best value in the sky:
- Spirit's Fit Fleet® is one of the most fuel-efficient fleets in the industry, with 24 brand new planes planned for delivery this year, and 33 more planes projected for delivery in 2023.
- An all-new cabin interior with ergonomically-designed seats and more usable legroom, featuring the best deal in the sky with our unique Big Front Seat®.
- Fast onboard Wi-Fi that allows Guests to watch content from streaming services.
Spirit was recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Diversity 2022 following its active efforts to create and celebrate a diverse workplace environment. The carrier also won "Best Airport Innovation" in the 2021 APEX/IFSA Awards for its groundbreaking self-bag drop system with biometric photo matching, which speeds up the check-in process and reduces face-to-face contact. Spirit also recently received the FAA's "Aviation Maintenance Technician Diamond Award of Excellence" for the fourth consecutive year.
Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is committed to delivering the best value in the sky. We are the leader in providing customizable travel options starting with an unbundled fare. This allows our Guests to pay only for the options they choose — like bags, seat assignments and refreshments — something we call À La Smarte®. We make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before. Our Fit Fleet® is one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient in the U.S. We serve destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean, and are dedicated to giving back and improving those communities. Come save with us at spirit.com.
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The commitment will catalyze the development of the Center's graduate-level programming at Clark Atlanta University and advance the Center for Black Entrepreneurship, housed at Spelman and Morehouse Colleges
WASHINGTON, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Clark Atlanta University in a partnership with the Black Economic Alliance Foundation (BEA Foundation), a national nonprofit organization that promotes generational wealth-building for the Black community, announced a funding partnership with Cisco, a leading systems technology company. The commitment includes over $4 million in grants and direct technical services toward the development of the Center for Black Entrepreneurship (CBE) and $1 million towards the BEA Entrepreneurs Fund. Cisco's generous commitment advances the future development of the CBE's graduate programming at Clark Atlanta University and expands current CBE programming at Spelman and Morehouse Colleges, supporting the next generation of Black entrepreneurial talent in the Atlanta area.
"The Center for Black Entrepreneurship and the BEA Entrepreneurs Fund are tangible solutions to advance work, wages, and wealth across the Black community," said Samantha Tweedy, President of the Black Economic Alliance Foundation. "We're thankful to Cisco for their generous support and strategic partnership in advancing the vision of the CBE and investing in Black entrepreneurs who will multiply prosperity for our community and, in so doing, grow the American economy."
"Preserving the legacy and sustainability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities is a global, companywide priority for us," said Fran Katsoudas, Chief People, Policy and Purpose Officer and Executive Vice President at Cisco. "By supporting the Center for Black Entrepreneurship launch and establishing the BEA Entrepreneurs Fund, Cisco hopes to inspire Black entrepreneurs of the future from three of our nation's most prestigious HBCUs, putting our social justice beliefs into action. Today's announcement is part of Cisco's unique, sustaining commitment of over $150 million as part of our partnership with HBCU's across the country, strengthening our workforce and providing access to education and technology."
The Cisco grant evenly allots $3 million across endowed faculty positions for the expansion of CBE programming at Spelman College and Morehouse College and the establishment of CBE graduate-level programming at Clark Atlanta University—whose predecessor institution, Atlanta University, was the first in the nation to award graduate degrees to Black Americans. The investment also includes up to $1 million in financial contributions toward the BEA Entrepreneurs Fund. The Fund provides capital to Black entrepreneurs and small business owners, and a portion of it is earmarked for applicants who are graduates of the CBE. Cisco will also donate technology products and services valued at over $1 million to all three institutions.
"We are elated to join hands with Morehouse, Spelman, and the BEA Foundation to expand the impact of the Center for Black Entrepreneurship through the introduction of graduate school programming," said George T. French, Jr., Ph.D., President of Clark Atlanta University. "This new endeavor aligns with Clark Atlanta University's legacy of higher education leadership by extending access to aspiring entrepreneurs who have already completed their bachelor's degrees and are seeking to deepen their business knowledge and proficiencies."
"We're proud to be a partner in launching the Center for Black Entrepreneurship, a collaborative effort that will help prepare tomorrow's visionary entrepreneurial leaders," said Helene Gayle, MD, MPH, President of Spelman College. "Black women have been the fastest growing group of entrepreneurs, and Spelman College has had a rich history of developing Black female entrepreneurs that are making their mark on the world. We are grateful for the commitment from Cisco that will continue to fuel our entrepreneurial legacy well into the future."
"Just like Morehouse graduate Martin Luther King, Jr. articulated, Morehouse College continues to recognize that equity in our society must include economic empowerment," said David A. Thomas, Ph.D., Morehouse College president. "Our collaboration with Cisco and our sister Atlanta University Center Consortium institutions will ensure that our faculty have the resources they need to instruct, inspire, and influence the next generation of entrepreneurs who will remake our global commercial system through innovation and drive, and that the entrepreneurs we assist have tools that will help them catapult their businesses into the mainstream. At the same time, we expect those businesses to be catalysts that help enhance prosperity and quality of life for the employees, investors, customers they engage."
The announcement comes on the heels of a special event held on the campuses of Spelman College and Morehouse College, which included "demo day" presentations of compelling business concepts by students in Spelman's Innovation Lab and a roundtable discussion in the Ray Charles Center on Morehouse's campus. The conversation, moderated by BEA co-founders Dr. Tony Coles and Charles Phillips, included Dr. David Thomas, Dr. Mary Schmidt Campbell (Former President, Spelman College), Melissa Bradley (Interim Director of the CBE; Founder, 1863 Ventures), Aaron Holiday (Co-Founder and Managing Partner, 645 Ventures) and Alfred McRae, (President, Bank of America Atlanta).
Additional media contacts include Stephanie Báez (BEA Foundation) at
Sbaez@GlobalStrategyGroup.com and Jason Kello (Cisco) at JKello@Cisco.com
The Black Economic Alliance Foundation is the nation's leading organization harnessing the collective expertise and influence of Black business leaders to build economic prosperity for the Black community. We partner with leaders across the public, private, and social sectors to champion policy reimagination, develop investment and philanthropic programs, commission research, and elevate national understanding of the inextricable link between the health of the Black economy and the entire American economy. The BEA Foundation is the 501(c)(3) non-profit affiliate of the Black Economic Alliance, a nonpartisan coalition of Black business leaders and aligned advocates committed to advancing work, wages, and wealth in the Black community. Learn more about the BEA Foundation at foundation.blackeconomicalliance.org.
Established in 1988 by the historic consolidation of Atlanta University (1865) and Clark College (1869). Clark Atlanta University continues a 150-year legacy rooted in African American tradition and focused on the future. Through global innovation, transformative educational experiences, and high-value engagement. CAU cultivates lifted lives that transform the world. Notable alumni include: James Weldon Johnson; American civil rights activist, poet, and songwriter (Lift Every Voice and Sing "The Black National Anthem"; Ralph David Abernathy Sr., American civil rights activist; Congressman Hank Johnson, Georgia District 4; Kenya Barris, American award-winning television and movie producer; Kenny Leon, Tony Award-winning Broadway Director; Jacque Reid, Emmy Award-winning Television Personality and Journalist; Brandon Thompson, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion for NASCAR; Valeisha Butterfield Jones, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the Recording Academy. To learn more about Clark Atlanta University, visit www.cau.edu
Founded in 1881, Spelman College is a leading liberal arts college widely recognized as the global leader in the education of women of African descent. Located in Atlanta, the College's picturesque campus is home to 2,100 students. Spelman is the country's leading producer of Black women who complete Ph.D.s in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The College's status is confirmed by U.S. News & World Report, which ranked Spelman No. 54 among all liberal arts colleges, No. 19 for undergraduate teaching, No. 4 for social mobility among liberal arts colleges, and No. 1 for the 14th year among historically Black colleges and universities. The Wall Street Journal ranked the College No. 3 nationally in terms of student satisfaction. Recent initiatives include a designation by the Department of Defense as a Center of Excellence for Minority Women in STEM, a Gender and Sexuality Studies Institute, the first endowed queer studies chair at an HBCU, and a program to increase the number of Black women Ph.D.s in economics. New majors have been added, including documentary filmmaking and photography, and partnerships have been established with MIT's Media Lab, the Broad Institute, and the Army Research Lab for artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Outstanding alumnae include Children's Defense Fund founder Marian Wright Edelman, Starbucks Group President and COO Rosalind Brewer, political leader Stacey Abrams, former Acting Surgeon General, and Spelman's first alumna president Audrey Forbes Manley, actress and producer Latanya Richardson Jackson, global bioinformatics geneticist Janina Jeff and authors Pearl Cleage and Tayari Jones. For more information, visit www.spelman.edu.
Morehouse College is the only historically Black college dedicated to educating men. Founded in 1867, Morehouse is a private liberal arts institution and the nation's top producer of Black men who go on to receive doctorates. The College is the top producer of Rhodes Scholars among HBCUs and was named to the list of U.S. institutions that produced the most Fulbright Scholars in 2019-2020. As the epicenter for thought leadership on civil rights, Morehouse is committed to helping the nation address the inequities caused by institutional racism, which has created social and economic disparities for people of African descent. Prominent Morehouse alumni include Martin Luther King Jr., Nobel Peace Prize Laureate; Dr. David Satcher, former U.S. Surgeon General; Shelton "Spike" Lee, Academy Award-winning American filmmaker; Maynard H. Jackson, the first African American mayor of Atlanta; Jeh Johnson, former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security; Louis W. Sullivan, former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services; Bakari Sellers, attorney and CNN political analyst; Randall Woodfin, elected as the youngest mayor of Birmingham in 120 years; and U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock, Georgia's first Black U.S. Senator. For more information, visit https://morehouse.edu.
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CHINO, Calif. (WXIN) – More than 400,000 patio umbrellas are being recalled after several reports of fires.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports the recall involves SunVilla 10′ Solar LED Market Umbrellas. The umbrellas were sold at Costco warehouses nationwide and online from December 2020 through May 2022.
They have LED lights on the arms, and a black solar panel battery puck marked with YEEZE or YEEZE 1.
According to CPSC, the umbrellas are being recalled because the batteries in the solar panels can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. So far, Costco received six reports of the batteries overheating.
In three of the reports, the panels caught fire while charging using the AC adapter indoors. In two other cases, the panel puck overheated and caught fire while attached to the umbrella.
If you have one of the recalled umbrellas, officials say you should stop using it and remove the solar panel puck. The puck should be stored out of the sun and away from combustible material. The CPSC says you should not charge it with the AC adapter.
Anyone with the recalled umbrella can return it to any Costco for a full refund. They can also contact Costco for instructions on how to get a refund if they can’t do so in person.
Consumers can call SunVilla toll-free at 866-600-3133 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or email at LEDRecall@sunvilla.com. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/patio-umbrellas-sold-at-costco-recalled-after-reports-of-fires/ | 2022-06-26T15:41:14Z |
LEADING OFF: Ohtani on mound, White Sox and Guardians play 2
By The Associated Press
Shohei Ohtani is scheduled to pitch Wednesday night for the Los Angeles Angels in Houston, and the two-way superstar is off to a much better start at the plate than on the mound this season. Ohtani is 0-2 with a 7.56 ERA after two outings. He has 14 strikeouts, but he’s allowed seven runs and 10 hits in 8 1/3 innings. Elsewhere, after consecutive postponements in frigid Cleveland, the Guardians and White Sox will try again to play ball — this time with a traditional doubleheader. The teams were postponed Tuesday by inclement weather and unplayable conditions for the second straight day. Snow piled up in downtown Cleveland the past two days and temperatures have been in the low 30s. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/19/leading-off-ohtani-on-mound-white-sox-and-guardians-play-2/ | 2022-04-20T04:33:37Z |
Biden set for first Pacific Northwest trip since election
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is stretching his legs this week with a rare overnight visit to the Pacific Northwest, heading to Portland, Oregon, and Seattle.
The trip is part of an expanded travel schedule ahead of the November elections as Biden tries to demonstrate that he has made progress on his agenda while also prodding Congress to do more.
As with most of Biden’s recent trips, new spending on infrastructure will be a centerpiece.
The White House said he plans to visit Portland’s airport on Thursday to talk about investing in a runway that can withstand earthquakes.
Biden is expected to reaffirm his calls for Congress to pass legislation to lower prescription drug prices, as well as highlighting executive actions such as extending the freeze on student loan payments and tweaking the Affordable Care Act.
There will be politics on Biden’s agenda, too. He plans to participate in a fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee while in Portland.
Biden is set to spend Thursday night and Friday in Seattle, where he plans to talk about limiting price increases and will observe Earth Day.
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BATON ROUGE, La., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the women seeking to hold the university system and law enforcement officials accountable for ignoring their safety and state law requirements will hold a news conference with her attorneys at 11:00 AM tomorrow (Thursday. August 25) in front of the Louisiana State Capitol (900 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA).
For over six years, these survivors were the victims not only of assault but of systemic failures which a 2015 Louisiana law was designed to combat. The law, Act 172, was expressly designed to prevent sexual abuse on college campuses by mandating communication, cross-training and coordination between Louisiana's public post-secondary institutions and law enforcement. The victims are represented by renowned civil rights attorney Bakari Sellers, and Jessica Fickling of The Strom Law Firm, Elizabeth Abdnour (Elizabeth Abdnour Law) Karen Truszkowski (Temperance Legal Group) as well as Pride Doran and Nahshon Route of Doran & Cawthorne, PLLC.
Attorneys for the victims filed a federal lawsuit last month detailing the repeated failures from officials including the current presidents of Louisiana State University (LSU), Louisiana Tech and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and called out officials for violating Act 172.
Click HERE to view a copy of the lawsuit.
WHO
Victim
Attorney Bakari Sellers
Attorney Karen Truszkowski
Attorney Nahshon Route
WHEN
11:00 AM on Thursday, August 25, 2022
WHERE
Louisiana State Capitol
900 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA
The news conference will begin at 11:00 AM. Media are asked to arrive by 10:45 AM
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SPOKANE, Wash., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspien Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: KSPN) ("Kaspien" or the "Company"), a leading e-commerce marketplace growth platform, today announced it will release its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended April 30, 2022 after the market close on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.
Kaspien will issue a press release including its financial results and business outlook as well as additional corporate updates. The Company also plans to file its quarterly SEC Form 10-Q on the same day. The release and filing will be made available via the Investor Relations section of Kaspien's website.
For questions or additional information, please contact Kaspien's investor relations team at KSPN@gatewayir.com or (949) 574-3860.
Kaspien Holdings Inc. (f/k/a Trans World Entertainment Corporation) (NASDAQ: KSPN) is a leading, global e-commerce accelerator that deploys AI-driven software and end-to-end services to optimize and grow brands on Amazon, Walmart, Target, eBay, and other online marketplaces. Rebranded as Kaspien in 2020, the Company has spent more than a decade developing a marketplace growth platform of proprietary technologies that maximize supply chain resilience, optimize marketing, strengthen brand control, and provide predictive analytics. Serving a variety of brands, distributors, agencies and FBA aggregators, Kaspien accelerates growth by tailoring an extensive suite of seller services to its partners' dynamic e-commerce needs. The Company has a long track record of success, having served over 4,000 brands in 20 countries. Kaspien's mastery of the e-commerce space and commitment to rapid innovation has earned the trust of many leading brands. For more information, visit kaspien.com.
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Often when Dr. Thomas Valley sees a new patient in the intensive care unit at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor, he clamps a pulse oximeter on their finger -- one of the many devices he uses to gauge their health and what course of care they might require, whether they are a child having seizures, a teenage car accident victim or an older person with Covid-19.
But recently, Valley, an assistant professor in the University of Michigan's Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care, realized first-hand that the small device may yield less accurate oxygen readings in patients with dark skin.
One end of the device sends light through the finger while a sensor on the other side receives this light and uses it to detect the color of your blood; bright red blood is highly oxygenated, while blue or purplish blood is less. If the device isn't calibrated for darker skin tones, the pigmentation of the skin could affect how the light is absorbed by the sensor, leading to flawed oxygen readings.
On a person of color, the pulse oximeter could indicate a patient's oxygen levels are normal, suggesting they could be discharged home -- but then their blood samples might show low oxygen levels, suggesting they not only needed additional care but also oxygen support.
"At the time, it was during the spring 2020 surge in Michigan, and we didn't actually put together that this was a problem of race," Valley told CNN. "We thought potentially, this was a problem of Covid, because that's what we were being inundated with -- hundreds of patients with Covid."
Before the pandemic, the majority of Valley's patients at Michigan Medicine were White. But as the hospital treated more Covid-19 patients, Valley realized that many were Black or brown patients coming from other overburdened facilities.
Since then, Valley and his colleagues have collected data on how often pulse oximeters overestimate oxygen levels among their Black and brown patients. Their findings suggest that Black patients have nearly three times the frequency as White patients of experiencing blood oxygen levels less than 88% despite showing 92% to 96% on a pulse oximetry device. A normal level of oxygen is usually around 95% or higher.
"At 92%, we typically don't make clinical changes based on that, but if that 92% on a pulse oximeter means that their oxygen levels are actually below 88%, well, that is something that I would make a clinical change about -- whether it's starting someone on oxygen, or whether it's increasing their oxygen values," Valley said.
"I still struggle with what to do when I have a Black patient who has a pulse oximeter value that's marginal," he said. "I think for an individual at home, I think it heightens the need to take your symptoms into account."
Valley's and his colleagues' experiences add to a growing body of research -- dating back to the 1980s -- that suggests flawed pulse oximeter readings among Black and brown patients can be a real and life-threatening issue in medical care.
The latest study on flawed pulse oximeter readings, published Monday in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine and which Valley was not involved in, found that among more than 3,000 hospitalized patients receiving intensive care, Asian, Black and Hispanic patients received less supplemental oxygen than White patients, and that was associated with differences in their pulse oximeter readings.
Research published by Valley and his colleagues last week in the medical journal BMJ found that Black patients had higher odds than White patients of having low blood oxygen noted in their blood-drawn readings but not detected by pulse oximetry. That finding was based on data from the Veterans Health Administration where pulse oximeter readings were paired with oxygen level measurements from drawing blood.
A separate study of about 7,000 Covid-19 patients, previously published in May in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, found that compared with White patients, pulse oximetry overestimated oxygen levels in the blood by an average of 1.7% among Asian patients, 1.2% among Black patients and 1.1% among Hispanic patients. That overestimation may have contributed to an unrecognized or delayed recognition of a patient's eligibility to receive certain Covid-19 therapies.
'The consequences of the neglect ... has been revealed'
But only just recently the public has been made more aware of this health disparity, and US health officials have announced plans to investigate the accuracy of pulse oximeters.
"It's problematic," Valley said.
"There was a study just like ours done in 1990, but at a smaller scale at a single center. The problem from 1990 to 2020 is really a problem in dissemination and education. In medical school, in residency, in fellowship, I didn't know about this problem," he said. "It's not that we're now using pulse oximeters more often. I use a pulse oximeter every day, multiple times a day, all day in the intensive care unit, and that's unchanged from 10 years ago. It's almost like my right hand in an intensive care unit. We depend on what someone's oxygen levels are."
The pulse oximeter was invented in 1974 by Japanese bioengineer Dr. Takuo Aoyagi, who died at the age of 84 in 2020 -- the same year Covid-19, a disease whose symptoms are monitored with pulse oximetry, was declared a public health emergency of international concern.
Some experts view the pandemic as shedding more of a spotlight on the pulse oximeter's limitations in measuring oxygen levels among Black and brown patients.
"I think that the Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated this issue," said Rutendo Jakachira, a Ph.D. student in Brown University's Department of Physics, who is studying racial disparities in pulse oximetry.
"People have known that there's an issue with the over-estimation of these oxygen saturation levels, particularly in dark-skinned patients, but they did not appreciate the significance of this issue until the Covid-19 pandemic," she said. "The pandemic has seen an increased use of pulse oximeters in the hospital and in the home setting and thus the consequences of the neglect of the issues with errors in these pulse oximeter has been revealed."
Jakachira and her research adviser Kimani Toussaint argue that in the years following Aoyagi's invention, not enough clinical testing was done to improve the device to ensure equity across all demographics and skin tones.
"So, one thing that should be done immediately is improved calibration testing," Jakachira said, adding that currently, guidelines from the US Food and Drug Administration recommend such testing on pulse oximeters include at least 10 healthy subjects that vary in age and gender with a range of skin pigmentations, of which two individuals or 15% of the group -- "whichever is larger," the FDA guidance indicates -- have dark skin.
"This is probably not sufficient and not to draw statistical conclusions on disparities," she said. "So, using a more diverse population, calibration would be a great first step."
Future of pulse oximetry
In April, the FDA issued new draft guidance that recommends companies making medical products should develop and submit a "race and ethnicity diversity plan" to the agency early in their development of products, and that plan should include enrolling diverse groups of people into their clinical trials.
Jakachira, Toussaint and their colleagues are developing non-invasive methods to make pulse oximeters more accurate in their blood oxygen readings for people with dark skin tones.
"What we're working on, we're trying to mitigate the skin tone issues by doing something interesting with the light, but it's a significant challenge and this really highlights the need to have diversity and inclusion," said Toussaint, a professor and senior associate dean in the School of Engineering at Brown University.
When pulse oximeters send beams of light through the fingertips to gauge blood oxygen levels, they are measuring how much oxygen has been absorbed by a certain molecule in the blood called hemoglobin. It turns out that both melanin and hemoglobin absorb light at similar wavelengths and separating out their relative contributions is what can be challenging. Melanin is the substance that produces pigmentation in our skin, hair and eyes.
"So, the melanin will overlap with the absorption properties of the hemoglobin in your blood," Toussaint said, which can lead to the pulse oximeter's flawed blood oxygen readings, as different people have different amounts of melanin.
The approach that Jakachira and Toussaint are taking in their quest for a solution is to try to cancel out the effect that absorbed melanin can have on how pulse oximeters measure blood oxygen levels.
"That's something that we think would be certainly a contribution but maybe translatable to other similar-based technologies that are not just pulse oximeters," Toussaint said, adding that he could not share additional details of this work as the research team is currently completing a patent application.
FDA advisers to discuss pulse oximeter accuracy
The US Food and Drug Administration plans to convene a meeting of its medical devices advisers later this year to evaluate how pulse oximeters may yield inaccurate oxygen readings among people of color.
A patient's oxygen levels are sometimes called the "fifth vital sign," and there is growing distress around how such investigations into how pulse oximeter inaccuracies among people of color did not occur sooner, according to an editorial that published Monday in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine.
"While the technical limitations of the pulse oximeter have been recognized for more than 30 years, investigations into clinical implications of hidden hypoxemia in patients with darker skin have been relatively (and distressingly) recent," Dr. Eric Ward of the University of California, San Francisco, and Dr. Mitchell Katz of NYC Health + Hospitals, wrote in their editorial.
They described one plan of action for change.
"Devices exist that perform more equitably but have never been widely distributed," Ward and Katz wrote. "Health care systems, including academic centers, are large-scale purchasers of pulse oximeters. If they make a commitment to buy only devices that function across skin tones, manufacturers would respond."
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GUANGZHOU, China, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MINISO Group Holding Limited (NYSE: MNSO) ("MINISO", "MINISO Group" or the "Company"), a global retailer offering a variety of design-led lifestyle products, today announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2022 ended March 31, 2022.
Financial Highlights for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2022 ended March 31, 2022
- Revenue was RMB2,341.0 million (US$369.3 million), representing an increase of 5.0% year over year, compared to RMB2,772.8 million in the previous quarter.
- Gross profit was RMB706.5 million (US$111.5 million), representing an increase of 12.8% year over year, compared to RMB862.9 million in the previous quarter.
- Gross margin was 30.2%, compared to 28.1% in the same period of 2021 and 31.1% in the previous quarter.
- Operating profit was RMB141.0 million (US$22.2 million), compared to RMB161.1 million in the same period of 2021 and RMB255.4 million in the previous quarter.
- Profit for the period was RMB92.7 million (US$14.6 million), compared to RMB115.0 million in the same period of 2021 and RMB184.1 million in the previous quarter.
- Adjusted net profit[1] was RMB110.7 million (US$17.5 million), compared to RMB149.0 million in the same period of 2021 and RMB204.8 million in the previous quarter.
- Adjusted net margin[1] was 4.7%, compared to 6.7% in the same period of 2021 and 7.4% in the previous quarter.
Operational Highlights for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2022 ended March 31, 2022
- Number of MINISO stores was 5,113 as of March 31, 2022, increasing by 526 stores year over year and 68 stores quarter over quarter, respectively.
- Number of MINISO stores in China was 3,197 as of March 31, 2022, increasing by 385 stores year over year and 29 stores quarter over quarter, respectively.
- Number of MINISO stores in overseas markets was 1,916 as of March 31, 2022, increasing by 141 stores year over year and 39 stores quarter over quarter, respectively.
- Number of TOP TOY stores was 92 as of March 31, 2022, increasing by 83 stores year over year and 3 stores quarter over quarter, respectively.
The following table provides a breakdown of the number of MINISO and TOP TOY stores as well as their year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes of the relevant dates:
Mr. Guofu Ye, Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of MINISO, commented, "Despite the ongoing challenges of the pandemic, we delivered another solid quarter, with revenue reaching RMB2.34 billion, up 5% year over year. TOP TOY's revenue increased by nearly four times year over year, and MINISO's offline business delivered positive growth, which again demonstrated the resilience of our business model. In addition, MINISO's overseas business continued to recover in the March quarter. We believe our globalized operation will provide us with more space and flexibility of growth in the near future."
"Global retailers are also challenged by cost pressures as we enter one of the highest inflation in four decades. History repeatedly reminded us that consumers tend to look for value in a high-inflation environment, and it is a good opportunity for us. We will leverage MINISO's core capabilities to strengthen our value proposition globally." Mr. Ye continued.
Mr. Saiyin Zhang, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of MINISO, commented, "Gross margin for the March quarter reached 30.2%, up 210 bps year over year, and we are pleased to see that this trend continued in April, thanks to our flexible pricing strategy and strong bargaining power."
"Although the challenges we are facing are unprecedented, we are confident with our competitive advantages and optimistic about our growth potential in inflation times. The fundamentals of our business remain strong, and we will continue to focus on those elements of the business that are under our control to drive growth and maintain a healthy level of margins. We have taken necessary actions such as controlling operational overheads, reducing personnel-related expenses and adjusting marketing plans, in order to ease the short-term impact from the challenges we face on our bottom line." Mr. Zhang concluded.
Recent Developments
Impact of COVID-19
The recent outbreak of the Omicron variants of COVID-19 has severely impacted our domestic operations and a part of our overseas operations in the quarter ended March 31, 2022.
In China, the outbreaks of the COVID-19 pandemic during this quarter, including those in Shenzhen and Shanghai, led to the most stringent restrictive measures taken by local governments since 2020, including the full or partial lock-down of many cities. These measures reduced traffic to shopping malls where MINISO and TOP TOY stores are located and even caused the suspension of operations of some of these stores. In March, the average number of stores that were temporarily closed was more than 300 for MINISO and about 11 for TOP TOY. The Company estimates that the GMV loss from such impact amounted to approximately RMB300 million in March. Going into the quarter ending June 30, 2022, the Company currently expects the impact of COVID-19 to persist and that many local governments will maintain strict control measures.
In overseas markets, 74 stores or 4% of our total overseas stores had not resumed operations as of March 31, 2022, compared to 76 such stores as of December 31, 2021. The majority of such stores were concentrated in Asian countries excluding China, and Latin America. In addition, the outbreak of the Omicron variant has caused disruptions to the operation of our logistics and transportation service providers, which has negatively impacted our product shipment and delivery. As a result, delivery of products from China to overseas markets was slightly delayed.
Unaudited Financial Results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2022 ended March 31, 2022
Revenue was RMB2,341.0 million (US$369.3 million), representing an increase of 5.0% year over year, primarily driven by the recovery of our international operations.
Revenue generated from domestic operations was RMB1,823.0 million (US$287.6 million), increasing by 1.9% year over year. The year-over-year increase was primarily (i) driven by a fast increase of 377.3% in TOP TOY's revenue to RMB111.2 million (US$17.5 million), which was in turn a result of the fast increase of TOP TOY store counts, and (ii) partially offset by a slightly decrease of 1.7% in revenue from MINISO brand, among which revenue from MINISO's offline stores maintained a positive year-over-year growth. For more information of the composition and year-over-year change of revenue, please refer to the "Unaudited additional information" in this press release.
Revenue generated from international operations was RMB518.0 million (US$81.7 million), representing an increase of 17.4% year over year, which reflects an improved recovery of sales in international markets.
Cost of sales was RMB1,634.5 million (US$257.8 million), representing an increase of 2% year over year.
Gross profit was RMB706.5 million (US$111.5 million), representing an increase of 12.8% year over year.
Gross margin was 30.2%, compared to 28.1% in the same period of 2021. The year-over-year increase was primarily due to (i) revenue contribution of international operations increased from 19.8% in the same period of 2021 to 22.1% in this quarter, typically international operations have higher gross margin than domestic operations, and (ii) higher gross margin contributed by newly launched products in relation to our execution of strategic brand upgrade of MINISO in China.
Other income was RMB2.3 million (US$0.4 million), compared to RMB4.3 million in the same period of 2021.
Selling and distribution expenses were RMB362.0 million (US$57.1 million), representing an increase of 22.1% year over year. Excluding share-based compensation expenses, selling and distribution expenses were RMB351.5 million (US$55.4 million), representing an increase of 27.8% year over year. The year-over-year increase was primarily attributable to (i) increased personnel-related expenses, (ii) increased licensing expenses in relation to our newly launched IP products, and (iii) increased promotion and advertising expenses, partially offset by decreased logistics expenses.
General and administrative expenses were RMB198.7 million (US$31.3 million), representing an increase of 17.2% year over year. Excluding share-based compensation expenses, general and administrative expenses were RMB191.2 million (US$30.2 million), representing an increase of 21.8% year over year. The year-over-year increase was primarily due to (i) increased depreciation and amortization expenses in relation to the land use right of the Company's headquarter building project, and (ii) increased personnel-related expenses and tax and surcharges.
Other net income was RMB0.5 million (US$0.1 million), compared to RMB8.4 million in the same period of 2021. Other net income mainly consists of net foreign exchange loss, investment income from certain financial assets the Company invested in and others. The year-over-year decrease was mainly attributable to decreased investment income from wealth management products caused by our reduced investment principal in such products.
Operating profit was RMB141.0 million (US$22.2 million), compared to RMB161.1 million in the same period of 2021.
Profit for the period was RMB92.7 million (US$14.6 million), compared to RMB115.0 million in the same period of 2021.
Adjusted net profit, which represents profit for the period excluding equity-settled share-based payment expenses, was RMB110.7 million (US$17.5 million), compared to RMB149.0 million in the same period of 2021.
Adjusted net margin was 4.7%, compared to 6.7% in the same period of 2021.
Basic and diluted earnings per American Depositary Share ("ADS") were RMB0.32 (US$0.05) in this quarter, compared to basic and diluted earnings per ADS of RMB0.40 in the same period of 2021. Each ADS represents four of the Company's Class A ordinary shares.
Adjusted basic and diluted earnings per ADS were RMB0.36 (US$0.06) in the quarter ended March 31, 2022, compared to adjusted basic and diluted earnings per ADS of RMB0.52 in the same period of 2021.
See the sections entitled "Non-IFRS Financial Measures" and "Reconciliation of Non-IFRS Financial Measures" in this press release for more information about adjusted net profit, adjusted net margin, and adjusted basic and diluted earnings per ADS.
As of March 31, 2022, the combined balance of the Company's cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and other investments amounted to RMB5,486.3 million (US$865.4 million).
Business Outlook
For the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022 ending June 30, 2022, the Company currently estimates its revenue to be between RMB2,100 million and RMB2,400 million, the middle point of which represents a decrease of 9.0% year over year. This estimate represents management's current and preliminary views on the market and operational conditions as of the date of this press release, which is subject to change.
Conference Call
The Company's management will hold an earnings conference call at 8:00 A.M. Eastern Time on Thursday, May 26, 2022 (8:00 P.M. Beijing Time on the same day) to discuss the financial results. The conference call can be accessed via the following zoom link or by dialing the following numbers:
Access 1
Zoom link: https://dooyle.zoom.us/j/86584019613?pwd=SUUrak9EZEpCOEpiZE92aVdjMGJRdz09
Meeting Number: 865 8401 9613
Meeting Passcode: 888666
Access 2
Listeners may access the call by dialing the following numbers with the same meeting number and passcode with Access 1.
Access 3
Listeners can also access the meeting through the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.miniso.com/.
A replay will be available approximately two hours after the conclusion of the live event at the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.miniso.com/.
About MINISO Group
MINISO is a global retailer offering a variety of design-led lifestyle products. The Company serves consumers primarily through its large network of MINISO stores, and promotes a relaxing, treasure-hunting and engaging shopping experience full of delightful surprises that appeals to all demographics. Aesthetically pleasing design, quality and affordability are at the core of every product in MINISO's wide product portfolio, and the Company continually and frequently rolls out products with these qualities. Since the opening of its first store in China in 2013, the Company has built its flagship brand "MINISO" as a globally recognized retail brand and established a massive store network worldwide. For more information, please visit https://ir.miniso.com/.
Exchange Rate
The U.S. dollar (US$) amounts disclosed in this press release, except for those transaction amounts that were actually settled in U.S. dollars, are presented solely for the convenience of the readers. The conversion of Renminbi (RMB) into US$ in this press release is based on the exchange rate set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System as of March 31, 2022, which was RMB6.3393 to US$1.0000. The percentages stated in this press release are calculated based on the RMB amounts.
Non-IFRS Financial Measures
In evaluating the business, MINISO considers and uses adjusted net profit, adjusted net margin, adjusted basic and diluted earnings per share and adjusted basic and diluted earnings per ADS as supplemental measures to review and assess its operating performance. The presentation of these non-IFRS financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with IFRS. MINISO defines adjusted net profit as profit for the period excluding (i) fair value changes of redeemable shares with other preferential rights and (ii) equity-settled share-based payment expenses. MINISO calculates adjusted net margin by dividing adjusted net profit by revenue for the same period. MINISO computes adjusted basic and diluted net earnings per ADS by dividing the adjusted net profit attributable to the equity shareholders of the Company by the number of ADSs represented by the number of ordinary shares used in the basic and diluted earnings per share calculation on an IFRS basis and retrospectively adjusting for the effect of the issuance of Series A preferred shares by the Company that are deemed to have been converted into ordinary shares since July 1, 2019. MINISO computes adjusted basic and diluted net earnings per share in the same way it calculates adjusted basic and diluted net earnings per ADS, except that it uses the number of ordinary shares used in the basic and diluted earnings per share calculation on an IFRS basis as the denominator instead of the number of ADSs represented by these ordinary shares.
MINISO presents these non-IFRS financial measures because they are used by the management to evaluate its operating performance and formulate business plans. These non-IFRS financial measures enable the management to assess its operating results without considering the impacts of the aforementioned non-cash and other adjustment items that MINISO does not consider to be indicative of its operating performance in the future. Accordingly, MINISO believes that the use of these non-IFRS financial measures provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating its operating results in the same manner as the management and board of directors.
These non-IFRS financial measures are not defined under IFRS and are not presented in accordance with IFRS. These non-IFRS financial measures have limitations as analytical tools. One of the key limitations of using these non-IFRS financial measures is that they do not reflect all items of income and expense that affect MINISO's operations. Further, these non-IFRS financial measures may differ from the non-IFRS information used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore their comparability may be limited.
These non-IFRS financial measures should not be considered in isolation or construed as alternatives to profit/(loss), net profit/(loss) margin, basic and diluted earnings/(loss) per share and basic and diluted earnings/(loss) per ADS, as applicable, or any other measures of performance or as indicators of MINISO's operating performance. Investors are encouraged to review MINISO's historical non-IFRS financial measures in light of the most directly comparable IFRS measures, as shown below. The non-IFRS financial measures presented here may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies. Other companies may calculate similarly titled measures differently, limiting the usefulness of such measures when analyzing MINISO's data comparatively. MINISO encourages you to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.
For more information on the non-IFRS financial measures, please see the table captioned "Reconciliation of Non-IFRS Financial Measures" set forth at the end of this press release.
Safe Harbor Statement
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "is/are likely to," "potential," "continue" or other similar expressions. Among other things, the guidance for the fiscal year 2022's fourth quarter ending June 30, 2022 and quotations from management in this announcement, as well as MINISO's strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. MINISO may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about MINISO's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: MINISO's mission, goals and strategies; future business development, financial conditions and results of operations; the expected growth of the retail market and the market of branded variety retail of lifestyle products in China and globally; expectations regarding demand for and market acceptance of MINISO's products; expectations regarding MINISO's relationships with consumers, suppliers, MINISO Retail Partners, local distributors, and other business partners; competition in the industry; proposed use of proceeds; and relevant government policies and regulations relating to MINISO's business and the industry. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in MINISO's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of this press release, and MINISO undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
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BENSALEM, Pa., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Digital Turbine, Inc. ("Digital Turbine" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: APPS).
Class Period: February 26, 2021 – May 31, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 5, 2022
Investors suffering losses on their Digital Turbine investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors: (1) that the Company's recent acquisitions, AdColony and Fyber, act as agents in certain of their respective product lines; (2) that, as a result, revenues for those product lines must be reported net of license fees and revenue share, rather than on a gross basis; (3) that the Company's internal control over financial reporting as to revenue recognition was deficient; and (4) that, as a result of the foregoing, the Company's net revenues was overstated throughout fiscal 2022; and (5) that, 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.
To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Howard G. Smith, Esquire, of Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, 3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020, by telephone at (215) 638-4847, toll-free at (888) 638-4847, or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com, or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.
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Michael Alexanian joins Gladstone Institutes to discover new targets for treating and reversing heart failure
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A healthy human heart is a powerful, pliable organ that expands and contracts rapidly to pump rich, oxygenated blood through the body. But for the millions of people around the world who have heart disease, this process goes awry. The heart becomes stiff, blocked or inflamed, and less efficient at pumping blood. In the United States alone, more than one of every 10 people have been diagnosed with heart disease.
Understanding how genes are turned on or off in the heart of people with heart disease—and how drugs could reverse those changes and improve heart function—is the research focus of Michael Alexanian (he/him), Ph.D., who is joining Gladstone Institutes as an assistant investigator.
"We want to discover new therapeutic targets for treating and reversing heart failure," says Alexanian. "For a long time, scientists have focused on the role of muscle cells in heart failure and my lab is part of the movement to expand this focus to other cells in the heart, including fibroblasts, immune cells, and vascular cells."
Over the past 5 years, as a postdoctoral scholar in the labs of former Gladstone investigator Saptarsi Haldar, MD, and of Gladstone President Deepak Srivastava, MD, Alexanian has already discovered gene programs related to heart fibrosis and inflammation. Now, he'll be launching his own lab at Gladstone to shed new light on the gene regulation processes leading to human diseases such as heart failure.
"Michael is pioneering our understanding of how heart cells communicate in heart failure, one of today's most prevalent diseases," says Benoit Bruneau, Ph.D., director of the Gladstone Institute of Cardiovascular Disease. "With a deep molecular toolbox, he has already discovered important biology underpinning heart failure that could lead to new therapies."
Every cell in a person's body contains nearly identical sets of genes, providing the instructions for all the molecular programs the body needs to function. But each cell only follows a subset of these instructions at a time, because each cell contains specific regulatory molecules. These molecules interact with the cell's DNA and control which genes are turned on, or expressed.
When someone's heart becomes diseased, the DNA inside their heart cells doesn't change, but the pattern of genes the heart cells express does. Scientists refer to this change as an epigenomic shift.
Alexanian thinks that if he can describe this shift in new detail—as well as understand the regulatory molecules that trigger it—he'll be able to pinpoint ways to reverse it. To do so, he will leverage recent technology to probe gene expression in individual heart cells rather than in bulk heart tissue.
"The advent of single-cell technologies gives us a way to capture the complexity of the heart," he says. "It's like opening a Pandora's box: once we begin to better understand the inner workings of the heart, we'll have all sorts of new ways of analyzing and targeting heart disease."
His lab will focus on two specific changes that often happen in the heart with disease: fibrosis, or the stiffening and scarring of the heart following stress; and inflammation, the accumulation of immune cells and their secreted factors in the heart. He also wants to better understand the interplay between these two changes: how does chronic inflammation of the heart contribute to fibrosis? Answering this question has implications beyond heart disease, as other organs including the lungs and liver also develop fibrosis with disease.
Alexanian's interest in epigenomics was first piqued when he was an undergraduate at the University of Florence in Italy. He still remembers the first textbook chapter he read about gene regulation.
"It struck me that the biological sophistication of different organisms wasn't related to the number of genes they had, but to these millions of layers of gene regulation," he says. "It really intrigued me and I decided that was what I wanted to study."
After he graduated, Alexanian spent several months at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute in Melbourne, Australia, working with epigenomics pioneer Marnie Blewitt, Ph.D.. Armed with enthusiasm, Alexanian returned to Europe for a graduate degree in stem cell biology at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland. He joined the lab of cardiovascular researcher Thierry Pedrazzini, Ph.D., to carry out studies on how genes were being regulated in stem cells. It was there that he became enamored with the heart.
"My project was very focused on stem cell epigenomics," he recalls. "But I was surrounded by people talking about cardiovascular disease and I realized how important it was for society to tackle this disease."
As a postdoctoral researcher at Gladstone, Alexanian merged these two interests—epigenomics and cardiovascular disease. In 2021, with colleagues in the Gladstone Institute of Cardiovascular Disease, he reported a master switch for heart fibrosis, MEOX1, responsible for altering levels of thousands of other genes. Now, Alexanian plans to follow up on that work with animal studies, showing how MEOX1 is affected by neighboring immune cells, and how targeting the MEOX1 gene could prevent or treat fibrosis of the heart and other organs.
Over the last decade, Alexanian has let his curiosity guide him from lab to lab around the world. Through it all, he has tried to pursue research that lets him think creatively. He says that biology often has a storytelling aspect that appeals to him.
Indeed, he traces his love of science to the movie Jurassic Park, which he watched five times in the first 2 weeks it was being shown in Italian theaters. Then, with a group of elementary school friends, he pretended to isolate DNA from a mosquito trapped in amber. He never resurrected any ancient animals, of course, but the fun of experimentation stuck with him.
For Alexanian, though, creative thinking isn't limited to his science. A long-time drummer and theater fan, he joined an improvisational acting group during graduate school in Lausanne.
"I absolutely fell in love with improv," he says. "There's a lot of unappreciated technical preparation behind the scene, but then there's obviously this creative aspect on stage as well."
In San Francisco, Alexanian couldn't find a comparable group—so he started one himself, founding "Improv at UCSF" to train scientists in improvisation. The class, which he teaches, is not only a fun outlet for scientists of all levels and disciplines but also a way to help them develop their leadership and communication skills.
At Gladstone, Alexanian has found an outlet for his scientific creativity. He says the comradery and deep knowledge in both epigenomics and cardiovascular science make it feel like the right place to launch his lab.
"The most effective way to do science is by really using the environment and experts around you to your advantage," he says. "Gladstone is a place that makes it very easy to do this."
Michael Alexanian, Ph.D., is an assistant investigator at Gladstone Institutes and an assistant professor in pediatrics at UC San Francisco.
Alexanian received his bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Florence in Italy. After he graduated, Alexanian spent several months at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute in Melbourne, Australia, working with epigenomics expert Marnie Blewitt. Alexanian returned to Europe for a graduate degree in stem cell biology at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland in the lab of Thierry Pedrazzini. During his doctoral studies, he investigated the role of non-coding RNAs, including transcribed enhancers and long non-coding RNAs, in pluripotency and early cell fate specification. During his postdoctoral work at Gladstone under the supervision of Deepak Srivastava and Saptarsi Haldar, Alexanian discovered gene programs related to cellular plasticity in the context of heart failure.
To ensure our work does the greatest good, Gladstone Institutes focuses on conditions with profound medical, economic, and social impact—unsolved diseases. Gladstone is an independent, nonprofit life science research organization that uses visionary science and technology to overcome disease. It has an academic affiliation with the University of California, San Francisco.
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9 puppies rescued from collapsed garage during extreme heat
EAST CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - If dogs really are man’s best friend, a fire department in Ohio just earned nine new pals.
According to the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter, fire department crews rescued nine puppies Thursday from an abandoned, collapsed garage in East Cleveland during extreme heat.
The shelter said a concerned resident had called to report a dog exploring the potentially-dangerous structure.
When the shelter staff responded, they discovered the mother dog was checking in on her litter of puppies.
With help from the East Cleveland Fire Department, the puppies were all saved and are now safe, WOIO reports.
“It was a lot of teamwork in 90-degree heat, and we couldn’t be more appreciative,” the shelter wrote in a Facebook post.
The shelter said staff is continuing to search for the mother dog.
The puppies are still too young for adoption, but the shelter said fostering options may be available.
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Key insider: 2 men were ‘very eager’ to kidnap Gov. Whitmer
(AP) – Two men charged with conspiring to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 were “very eager” to move forward with the plan and expressed no reluctance, a key witness testified Wednesday.
Ty Garbin also downplayed the influence of two FBI informants who trained with the group, saying he couldn’t recall them suggesting that Whitmer should be kidnapped.
“Not that I saw, no,” Garbin told jurors in federal court in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Adam Fox and Barry Croft Jr. are on trial for the second time on conspiracy charges. A jury in April couldn’t reach a unanimous verdict but acquitted two other men.
Garbin and Kaleb Franks are important witnesses for the government: They, too, were arrested in October 2020 but pleaded guilty and agreed to cooperate.
“They were full in,” Franks testified Wednesday, referring to Fox and Croft and a kidnapping plot. “Every time I spent time with them that’s what they talked about.”
Prosecutors say Fox and Croft wanted to trigger a national revolt. The government said disgust over COVID-19 restrictions inspired them to make kidnapping plans in 2020. Defense lawyers, however, argue that undercover FBI agents and rogue operatives created the scheme.
Garbin and Franks said they trained with Fox, Croft and others in a remote area, practicing inside a handmade “shoot house” to simulate a kidnapping. They told jurors how a group traveled to Elk Rapids at night to see Whitmer’s vacation home and a bridge that could be blown up to distract police during an attack.
“It wasn’t anybody’s idea but my own to participate,” Garbin said when asked if he was entrapped by agents.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Nils Kessler asked if Fox and Croft were reluctant.
“No,” Garbin replied. “Very eager to continue forward with it.”
During a first round of testimony Tuesday, Garbin said he and Fox were at a gun-rights rally at the Michigan Capitol in June 2020, months before their arrest.
“Adam Fox had mentioned storming the Capitol building and arresting elected officials and holding them on trial for their crimes and treason,” Garbin said. “(A) particular elected official would be Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Hang her on public TV for the world to see.”
Garbin’s testimony this week was tighter than in the first trial. Last spring he said kidnapping the Democratic governor could be the “ignition” for civil war and “prevent Joe Biden from winning the presidency.”
But Kessler didn’t ask questions to draw out those answers Tuesday or Wednesday.
Fox, 39, was living in the Grand Rapids area, and Croft, 46, is from Bear, Delaware.
Whitmer has blamed then-President Donald Trump for stoking mistrust and fomenting anger over coronavirus restrictions and refusing to condemn hate groups and right-wing extremists like those charged in the plot.
Trump recently called the kidnapping plan a “fake deal.”
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SIDNEY, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SEMCORP Advanced Materials Group announced Thursday it will establish a manufacturing facility in Sidney, Ohio, creating nearly 1,200 jobs with $73 million in annual payroll and $916 million in capital investment.
The facility will make separator film, a key component in batteries for electric vehicles (EVs). SEMCORP's products will be used by leading EV battery makers across North America.
"The Sidney facility is one of the biggest investments in our company's history because we know the United States is strongly committed to building the supply chains for EVs and energy storage here at home," said Paul Lee, SEMCORP's Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO. "Our Sidney site will be America's largest manufacturer of separator film for EV batteries. We look forward to working hand-in-hand with state and local leaders to make the large-scale domestic production of this component a reality."
"SEMCORP chose the Sidney location because of the state's impressive commitment to vocational education, preparedness for a large-scale project like ours, the strong work ethic in the region, and proximity to key customers," said James Shih, SEMCORP's Group Vice President of Global Projects. "We're thrilled to call Sidney home, and we're going to do all that we can to earn the trust of the local community."
No batteries will be made by SEMCORP, and there is no lithium used in the manufacturing process for separator film. There will be no lithium mining at the site as there are no lithium deposits in or near Ohio. In addition to EVs, lithium-ion batteries safely power a wide range of consumer products such as cell phones and computers. SEMCORP is committed to operating the facility in compliance with all relevant environmental and safety standards, Shih said.
SEMCORP is currently the largest lithium-ion battery separator film producer in the world with five billion square meters in annual base film production capacity across six manufacturing facilities. The company plans to add an additional eight billion square meters in capacity within the next four years, including the Sidney site, with the primary objective of serving the booming EV market.
"SEMCORP's advanced battery separator film will help propel Ohio to the forefront of the electric vehicle industry," said J.P. Nauseef, JobsOhio president and CEO. "Our team of professionals, including the Dayton Development Coalition, the Sidney-Shelby Economic Partnership, the City of Sidney and Shelby County, worked tirelessly to demonstrate why Ohio is the best location for this investment."
The facility will be located at Sidney Ohio Industrial Park at Millcreek and Kuther Road, a site authenticated by JobsOhio's SiteOhio program in 2021. The site has been flagged for major industrial development since 2016. The authenticated site status ensures the site is free of any detriments that may slow or stop development. The 850,000-square-foot facility represents the largest foreign direct investment in Ohio.
"We're thrilled to welcome SEMCORP to the Dayton region. Their decision to manufacture in Sidney advances Ohio's efforts to develop a robust ecosystem for electric vehicles," Dayton Development Coalition President and CEO Jeff Hoagland said. "The fast-growing market for electric automobiles and aircraft represents an incredible opportunity for the Dayton region to remain competitive in the changing manufacturing economy and provide opportunities for our skilled manufacturing workforce."
"We welcome SEMCORP to Shelby County where they join a long list of innovative, world-class manufacturing companies," said Jim Hill, Executive Director, Sidney-Shelby Economic Partnership. "As the global leader in separator film production, SEMCORP will play a vital role in meeting the growing demand for electric vehicle batteries in North America. This project is a big win for Sidney, Shelby County, the Dayton region and the entire state of Ohio."
"The City of Sidney, Mayor, and City Council are all excited, and humbled by the opportunity to work with SEMCORP on their future expansion into Sidney and Shelby County," said Andrew Bowsher, Sidney City Manager. "We are encouraged by their willingness to be a good neighbor and bring even more economic prowess to a thriving manufacturing hub. The City has given its commitment in the way of incentives, and will continue to work with key leaders to not only construct and build this new facility, but also enhance and rebuild the roads, and infrastructure around the site."
"AES Ohio looks forward to this partnership with SEMCORP and the opportunity to support expansion of electrical infrastructure in Sidney," said Kristina Lund, AES US Utilities President and CEO. "It is an economic development win-win when companies like this invest in our communities, state and our talent."
SEMCORP also announced the hiring of Jeff Liu as the President and CEO of its Advanced Materials International division.
"SEMCORP has been a critical part of the supply chain to make the worldwide transition toward electric vehicles possible, and I'm excited to use my experience to bring their technology to the Dayton region," Liu said. "Projects like ours will underwrite the prosperity of this community for the next generation."
ABOUT SEMCORP ADVANCED MATERIALS GROUP
SEMCORP Advanced Materials Group, publicly traded as Yunnan Energy New Material Co. Ltd., is the largest lithium-ion battery separator film supplier in the world. Its separator film products are a key component of lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicle, energy storage, and consumer electronics applications. SEMCORP specializes in wet-process separator film, and with more than 100 products (both base and coated film), it offers the broadest selection of battery separator film products in the market.
SEMCORP was co-founded by brothers Paul Lee and Tony Li, who immigrated to the United States in the 1980s to study at the University of Massachusetts Lowell and began their careers on the factory floor of a plastics facility in Port Lavaca, Texas. Building on their experience in the plastics packaging and printing industries, they decided to enter the lithium-ion battery separator film business in 2010. Now, SEMCORP has state-of-the-art equipment, cutting-edge technology, an international management team that has led the company from its inception, and a sophisticated quality management system. SEMCORP works hand-in-hand with its customers starting from the earliest stages of their research and development process in order to develop innovative solutions that meet their unique needs. SEMCORP has developed advanced functional coating technologies such as ceramic coating, PVDF coating, AFL coating, and high-temperature polymer coatings that improve battery safety. The functional coated films enable engineers to design safer batteries with long range and cycling performance.
SEMCORP is listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (ticker: 002812.SZ). In addition to separator film, SEMCORP also manufactures packaging and printing products.
QUICK FACTS
· Website: http://www.semcorpglobal.com/
· 2021 Revenues: $1.26 billion USD
· Employees as of December 31, 2021: 5,954
· Market Capitalization as of Market Close, April 29, 2022: $27.4 billion USD
About JobsOhio
JobsOhio is a private nonprofit economic development corporation designed to drive job creation and new capital investment in Ohio through business attraction, retention, and expansion. The organization also works to seed talent production in its targeted industries and to attract talent to Ohio through Find Your Ohio. JobsOhio works with six regional partners across Ohio: Dayton Development Coalition, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, One Columbus, REDI Cincinnati, Regional Growth Partnership and Team NEO. Learn more at www.jobsohio.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
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Invested Approximately $21 Billion in U.S. Homes Since Founding in 2012
Published Individual State Statistics on Website
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Progress Residential, the leading single-family rental management services platform, today announced its nationwide economic impact and highlighted its contributions to local economies across the United States.
"As members of the very communities we serve, a hallmark of our company culture is making a positive local impact," said Adolfo Villagomez, Chief Executive Officer of Progress Residential. "Over the last decade, Progress Residential has been a significant economic driver in each of our markets, and we look forward to continuing to build on our efforts for many years to come."
Since its founding in 2012, Progress Residential has contributed to local communities by:
- Investing approximately $21 billion in U.S. homes;
- Renovating 100% of homes at acquisition or vacancy; and
- Serving over 520,000 total residents.
Additional highlights of Progress Residential's economic impact include:
- Over 85,000 single-family rental homes today;
- Over 2,500 employees;
- Over 2,600 homes being built;
- Over $50,000 average direct investment in homes over 5-year period;
- Over $707 million taxes paid over the last 5 years; and
- Over $111 million rental assistance since March 2020.
Progress Residential also published a State-by-State Factsheet Series, comprising statistics for the Company's footprint and economic impact for each of the 22 states in which Progress Residential has a presence. Progress Residential encourages those who wish to learn more about its commitment to serving its residents and its communities in each state to visit rentprogressimpact.com.
About Progress Residential
Progress Residential is a market leader in intelligent single-family rental management services, with people, technology, scale, and data-driven solutions that streamline operations, optimize asset performance, and provide an exceptional renting and living experience for our residents. Progress Residential's approximately 2,800 employees currently manage more than 85,000 homes across 30 markets. Progress Residential also offers third-party property management service for investors with mid-to-large single-family rental home portfolios and Built for Rent communities through its Progress Residential Management Services. For more information, please visit www.rentprogress.com.
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Nikki Sloup
Vice President Communications and PR
press@progressresidential.com
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QUINCY, Mass., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CFSB Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: CFSB) (the "Company"), the holding company for Colonial Federal Savings Bank (the "Bank"), reported net income of $544,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2022, and net income of $442,000 for the twelve months ended June 30, 2022, compared to net income of $396,000 and $1,392,000 for the same periods in 2021.
President and Chief Executive Officer Michael E. McFarland said "In the year ended June 30, 2022 we completed our reorganization from a mutual savings bank into a two-tier mutual holding company form of organization. Colonial Federal saw improvements in both interest earning assets and net interest margin over the year. Our mortgage portfolio experienced increased purchase volume and less refinancing volume due to the rising rate environment. Our asset quality remains excellent and expenses were very well controlled during the year. We expect performance to improve due to rising interest rates for the remainder of the year."
On January 12, 2022, the Company became the holding company for the Bank when it completed the reorganization of the Bank into a two-tier mutual holding company form of organization. In connection with the reorganization, the Company sold 2,804,306 shares of common stock at a price of $10.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $28.0 million. The Company also contributed 130,433 shares of common stock and $250,000 in cash to the Colonial Federal Savings Bank Charitable Foundation and issued 3,586,903 shares of common stock to 15 Beach, MHC, its federally-chartered mutual holding company.
COVID-19 Impact
The Bank's initiative to work with borrowers that were unable to meet their contractual obligations because of the effects of COVID-19 have been successful. As of June 30, 2022, we had 10 loans with $32,000 of remaining deferred principal, all of which were performing in accordance with their contractual terms.
Income Statement Analysis
Net interest income increased $200,000, or 10.2%, to $2.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022 from $2.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. Net interest income increased $798,000, or 10.8%, to $8.2 million for the twelve months ended June 30, 2022, from $7.4 million for the twelve months ended June 30, 2021. The increase was due to an increase in average net interest-earning assets of $13.4 million combined with an increase in our net interest rate spread to 2.37% for the year ended June 30, 2022 from 2.15% for the year ended June 30, 2021. Our net interest margin increased to 2.47% for the year ended June 30, 2022 compared to 2.32% for the year ended June 30, 2021. The increase in the net interest rate spread was primarily a result of the yield on interest-earning assets decreasing at a slower rate than the decline in the cost of interest-bearing liabilities.
We recorded a provision for loan losses of $0 and $15,000 for the three-month periods ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021, respectively, and $26,000 and $60,000 for the twelve-month periods ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021, respectively. The allowance for loan losses was $1.7 million, or 1.00%, of total loans, at June 30, 2022, compared to $1.7 million, or 0.98%, of total loans, at June 30, 2021. We did not have any non-performing loans at either June 30, 2022 or 2021. We had $1,000 and $0 in charge-offs for the years ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, respectively. We had no recoveries for the years ended June 30, 2022 or 2021.
Non-interest income increased $21,000, or 14.4%, to $167,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2022 from $146,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2021. For the twelve months ended June 30, 2022, non-interest income increased $52,000, or 8.1%, to $695,000 for the year ended June 30, 2022 from $643,000 for the year ended June 30, 2021. The increase was due to a $12,000 increase in customer service fees, a $24,000 increase in income on bank-owned life insurance, a $56,000 increase in gain on sale and call of securities offset by a decrease of $40,000 in other income.
Non-interest expense increased $210,000, or 13.5%, to $1.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022 from $1.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The increase was primarily due to a $42,000 increase in salaries and employee benefit expense due to normal employee annual merit salary benefit increases and the expense recognized in connection with the ESOP, a $27,000 increase in occupancy expense, a $13,000 increase in data processing expense and a $128,000 increase in other expenses due to increased consultant and audit expenses. For the twelve months ended June 30, 2022 non-interest expense increased $2.1 million, or 33.6%, to $8.5 million from $6.4 million for the year ended June 30, 2021. The increase was due primarily to the $1.6 million funding of the new charitable foundation, a $103,000 increase in salaries and employee benefit expense due to normal employee annual merit salary benefit increases, a $52,000 increase in occupancy expense, a $38,000 increase in advertising expense and a $378,000 in other expenses due primarily to increased consultant and audit expenses.
Balance Sheet Analysis
Total assets increased $27.3 million, or 8.1%, to $366.2 million at June 30, 2022 from $338.9 million at June 30, 2021. The increase resulted primarily from increases in securities held to maturity of $40.1 million, or 38.2%, and bank-owned life insurance of $894,000, or 9.7%, offset by decreases in cash and cash equivalents of $9.0 million, or 22.1%, available for sale securities of $2.1 million and net loans of $1.8 million, or 1.0%.
Securities available for sale decreased $2.1 million to $199,000 at June 30, 2022 from $2.3 million at June 30, 2021. The decrease was primarily due to the sale in July 2021 of a $2.0 million seven-year U.S. Treasury security that was purchased in March 2021. The security was sold for a pre-tax gain of $48,000.
Securities held to maturity increased $40.1 million, or 38.2%, to $145.2 million at June 30, 2022 from $105.1 million at June 30, 2021, as we invested excess cash into securities to increase our overall yield on interest-earning assets. A corporate bond, held to maturity, was called creating a pre-tax gain of $8,000 for the year ended June 30, 2022.
Net loans decreased $1.8 million, or 1.0% to $172.6, million at June 30, 2022 from $174.4 million at June 30, 2021. The decrease was due to decreases of $1.6 million, or 10.1%, in multi-family real estate loans, $484,000, or 19.7%, in second mortgages and $1.6 million, or 9.8%, in commercial real estate loans, offset by increases of $1.7 million, or 1.2%, in one- to-four family residential real estate loans and $89,000, or 4.2%, in other loans. The decreases in multi-family and commercial real estate loans reflected payoffs on properties sold by the borrower and repayments exceeding originations during the year ended June 30, 2022.
Cash and cash equivalents decreased $9.0 million, or 22.1%, to $31.7 million at June 30, 2022 from $40.7 million at June 30, 2021. The decrease was a result of an increase in securities held to maturity, as we invested excess cash into securities to increase our overall yield on interest-earning assets.
Total stockholders' equity increased $25.7 million, or 52.6%, to $74.3 million at June 30, 2022 from $48.6 million at June 30, 2021. The increase was due to $27.7 million in funds received from the stock offering and net income of $442,000 for the year ended June 30, 2022 offset by $2.6 million for the purchase of 255,648 shares of common stock by the ESOP.
About CFSB Bancorp, Inc.
CFSB Bancorp, Inc. is a federal corporation organized as the mid-tier holding company of Colonial Federal Savings Bank and is the majority-owned subsidiary of 15 Beach, MHC. Colonial Federal Savings Bank is a federally chartered stock savings bank that has served the banking needs of its customers on the south shore of Massachusetts since 1889. It operates from three full-service offices and one limited-service office in Quincy, Holbrook and Weymouth, Massachusetts.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which can be identified by the use of words such as "estimate," "project," "believe," "intend," "anticipate," "assume," "plan," "seek," "expect," "will," "may," "should," "indicate," "would," "believe," "contemplate," "continue," "target" and words of similar meaning. These forward-looking statements are based on our current beliefs and expectations and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control. In addition, these forward-looking statements are subject to assumptions with respect to future business strategies and decisions that are subject to change. Certain factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expected results include increased competitive pressures, changes in the interest rate environment, general economic conditions or conditions within the securities markets, changes in the quality, size and composition of our loan and securities portfolios, changes in demand for our products and services, legislative, accounting, tax and regulatory changes and a failure in or breach of our operational or security systems or infrastructure, including cyberattacks that could adversely affect the Company's financial condition and results of operations and the business in which the Company and the Bank are engaged.
Further, given the ongoing and dynamic nature of the pandemic, we cannot predict the continuing impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on our business and on our prospects. The extent of such impact will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain, including when the pandemic can be controlled and abated. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the related adverse economic consequences, we could be subject to any of the following risks, any of which could have a material, adverse effect on our business, financial condition, liquidity, prospects, and results of operations: demand for our products and services may decline, making it difficult to grow assets and income; if the economy worsens, loan delinquencies, problem assets and foreclosures may increase, resulting in increased expenses and reduced income; collateral for loans, especially real estate, may decline in value, which could cause loan losses to increase; our allowance for loan losses may have to be increased if borrowers experience financial difficulties, which will adversely affect our net income; the net worth and liquidity of loan guarantors may decline, impairing their ability to honor commitments to us; it may be challenging to grow our business if the recovery from the economic impact caused by COVID-19 is slow or unpredictable; we rely on third-party vendors for certain services and the unavailability of a critical service due to the COVID-19 outbreak could have an adverse effect on us; and FDIC deposit insurance premiums may increase if the FDIC experiences increased resolution costs.
Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. CFSB Bancorp, Inc. undertakes no obligation to revise these forward-looking statements or to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release.
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EDINBURG, Texas, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Experienced premises liability attorney Alex Martinez of The Law Offices of Alex Martinez in the Rio Grande Valley has filed a negligence lawsuit on behalf of a local woman who was severely injured at a Luby's restaurant in Pharr, Texas.
The lawsuit filed in Hidalgo County details how Nancy Salinas, 26, left the Luby's location after a meal and was forced to walk on an uneven sidewalk onto a curb that was "unreasonably high, illegal and dangerous."
The unsafe curb at the Luby's where Ms. Salinas was injured is at least 1/3 taller than the City of Pharr Standards Manual has allowed since at least 2006. Luby's also failed to properly maintain the sidewalk in a manner that alerted its customers of the unreasonably dangerous conditions.
"If every other business in Pharr follows the city's standards manual, then Luby's surely knew about the dangerous situation it created for Ms. Salinas and countless other people who are still going there every day," Mr. Martinez says. "Her life has been changed forever simply because Luby's failed to follow the rules and protect its customers."
As a result of her fall, Ms. Salinas suffered multiple fractures to her left ankle and both her feet and other injuries throughout her body.
"My life has been turned upside down. With two broken legs, everything from getting out of bed to going to work has become almost impossible without suffering from major pain," Ms. Salinas says. "I have had to learn how to live life in a whole different way because of this."
Attorney Alex Martinez has taken responsibility for the costs of Ms. Salinas' medical treatment and pledged his commitment to making sure Luby's Restaurant is held responsible for its negligence. Mr. Martinez has requested a jury trial in the lawsuit, Nancy Salinas v. Luby's Restaurant Corporation, No. C-2391-22-L, which is pending in the 464th District Court.
The Law Offices of Alex Martinez represents people from all walks of life in serious personal injury cases, insurance claims, and immigration matters. Firm founder Alex Martinez has more than a decade of experience helping people from Rio Grande City, McAllen, Mission, Edinburg, Pharr, Alamo, Donna, Weslaco, Mercedes, Brownsville, and throughout the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas.
For more information, contact Bruce Vincent at 214-763-6226 or bruce.vincent@muselegalpr.com.
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TUKHS warns of blood clots for unvaccinated while CDC finds rare cases in vaccinated
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - While hospitalizations seem stable, the CDC has confirmed 60 reports of blood clots in people who got the Johnson and Johnson vaccine.
“It looks like in Missouri and Kansas there is a little bit of uptick in cases but we have to understand that if we are seeing hospitalizations we probably won’t see those for another 1-2-3 weeks so we’ll keep our fingers crossed on that. Hopefully there won’t be that increase in hospitalization,” said University of Kansas Health System’s Dr. Dana Hawkinson
The CDC is reporting rare cases of blood clots in vaccinated people. They’ve confirmed 60 reports of them with people who got the Johnson and Johnson vaccine. Three are confirmed reports from Moderna shots, and one from Pfizer.
Hawkinson warns blood clots are possible from any severity of Covid, if you don’t get the vaccine at all..
“Early in the pandemic we heard of really healthy people who had a bout of Covid and then maybe 1-2 weeks later they would wake up and they couldn’t breathe or they would not really be able to feel their legs that was because of those blood clots.”
The CDC has also extended mask mandates on planes and trains for two more weeks. Something Hawkinson said is the correct decision.
“We know the airlines have talked about their airflow in the planes themselves but we also know when you’re in those airports you are just around so many people some other places may have better ventilation than others. Overall, I think that is a good thing to do is to continue those mask mandates.”
Hawkinson reminds people the virus is still circulating. He encourages residents to continue using mitigation efforts and wear your mask in public if you feel unsafe.
“I have two friends that have it right now, they are younger, they are boosted but they are having significant symptoms with pain, fevers, shortness of breath. So it’s important to continue understanding the risks when you go out into any particular area.”
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A new congressional map drawn by Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ staff that could diminish the state’s Black representation in Washington was reinstated by an appeals court Friday, a week after a lower court judge said the map was unconstitutional.
The 1st District Court of appeals ruled Judge Layne Smith erred when he ordered a replacement map be used for the 2022 election. The latest order means the governor’s map is reinstated pending the outcome of a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the map.
While the appeals court didn’t address the constitutionality of the map, it did cite “the need for certainty and continuity as election season approaches.” The ruling comes as the state gets closer to the June 13 to 17 qualifying period for federal office.
The DeSantis map would likely boost the number of Florida seats held by Republicans, while also making it difficult for Democratic U.S. Rep. Al Lawson to maintain his seat in a north Florida district where nearly half the voters are Black. Another district that currently favors Black candidates is also redrawn in a way that would make it more difficult for them to win.
The groups suing over the maps issued a joint statement. They include Black Voters Matter Capacity Building Institute, the League of Women Voters of Florida, Equal Ground Education Fund, and Florida Rising Together.
“Today’s ruling does nothing to change the fact that the Governor’s proposed map is a blatantly unconstitutional attack on Black representation in Florida,” the statement said. “On Emancipation Day in Florida, we are once again reminded that the fight for equal rights for all continues and we look forward to prevailing on behalf of the people of our state.”
The order is likely to be appealed to the state Supreme Court.
“While I’m disappointed in today’s decision by the appellate court to reinstate DeSantis’ unconstitutional map, I am confident that the Florida Supreme Court will soon take over this issue and protect the rights of Black voters in North Florida,” Lawson said in a statement emailed to media outlets.
Lawson may be overly optimistic. Six of the seven justices are conservative, including three appointed by DeSantis.
The lawsuit challenging the map was brought by several voting rights groups.
In an unprecedented move, DeSantis, who is a potential 2024 presidential candidate, interjected himself into the process by submitting his own map just before the Senate was set to approve its map.
During the 60-day legislative session that ended in March, the Senate did not take the governor’s map into consideration, and the House approved two maps, a primary map to try to appease DeSantis and a second in case the first map was found to be unconstitutional.
While the House was debating its proposal, DeSantis used Twitter to say it would be dead on arrival. The Senate later approved the House maps and DeSantis kept his promise and vetoed the bill.
DeSantis has said Lawson’s district is gerrymandered based on race and claimed that violates the U.S. Constitution. He has said his map is neutral on race. Lawson’s district extends 200 miles (320 kilometers) from Jacksonville to Gadsden in an effort to link Black communities. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-u-s-headlines/florida-appeals-court-reinstates-desantis-congressional-map/ | 2022-05-21T17:05:11Z |
Which coffee protein shake is best?
Nearly every American can appreciate a morning or afternoon pick-me-up from a great cup of coffee. And any gym-goer knows the value of a good protein shake for meeting their fitness goals. What if you could combine those two things into one delicious beverage?
Well, now you can with these flavorful coffee protein shakes. Packed with all the goodness of a quality protein shake and the caffeine from coffee, these shakes give a little extra get up and go and long-lasting energy. These shakes also assist with packing on additional lean muscle mass when paired with an effective workout routine.
While there are many good options to choose from, the OWYN Cold Brew Coffee Vegan Plant-Based Protein Shake stands head and shoulders above most others. In addition to being free of any animal products, it is also free of most common allergens, including soy, gluten, nuts and dairy, so pretty much anyone can drink it.
What to know before you buy a coffee protein shake
Dietary restrictions
If you are dealing with dietary restrictions, you know just how difficult it can be to find foods that fit your needs. Thankfully, you likely won’t have this issue with coffee protein shakes. Whether you follow a vegan or keto lifestyle or are sensitive to dairy, soy, gluten or just about any other ingredient, you can find a coffee protein shake that conforms to your dietary needs. There are also non-GMO and certified organic options.
Protein source
You can find protein in most foods naturally, creating ample sources for protein shakes. Whey and casein are two of the most popular because they are affordable and easily consumed by the body. If your dietary restrictions prevent you from having whey or casein, since these both come from dairy, you can opt for a shake made from eggs or beef. If you are vegan, you can find protein shakes made from various plant protein sources, such as brown rice, peas, soy, hemp and more. Every protein source has its own pros and cons.
Protein shakes vs. protein powders
Protein shakes and protein powders serve the same need, adding more protein to your diet. However, each offers its own benefits. Premade protein shakes are the most convenient since you don’t have to worry about mixing powder manually into the liquid yourself. This can not only be messy but could result in leftover clumps of unmixed powder floating around in your beverage that are unpleasant to drink. Premade protein shakes are also easy to store in a fridge, so they are nice and cold when you are ready to drink them.
The main benefit of protein powders is affordability. Some protein powders cost as little as 50 cents per serving. That is significant savings compared to premade shakes that often cost $1.50-$3.50 per serving.
What to look for in a quality coffee protein shake
Protein
When choosing a coffee protein shake, it is vital to pick one that offers the right protein amount to help you meet your goals. Some shakes have as little as 12 grams of protein per serving, while others have up to 32 grams. For the average person looking to pack on some extra lean muscle mass at the gym, a shake with 20 to 25 grams of protein is ideal. If you are a bodybuilder or someone who spends a lot of extra time at the gym trying to bulk up, you’ll want a shake with 30 or more grams of protein. If you don’t work out often and are worried that you don’t get enough protein in your diet, then a shake with 12 to 15 grams of protein is probably perfect.
Other nutritional values
Along with the amount of protein, pay close attention to the rest of the nutritional values in a shake to ensure it meets your dietary needs. They can vary significantly from one to another. For example, you can find shakes with 100 calories, 2 grams of fat and 0 grams of carbohydrates, or 250 calories, 10 grams of fat and 7 grams of carbohydrates. The latter will provide you with more energy but could make it hard to meet your fitness goals if you want to slim down. These are just a couple of examples and by no means representative of the highest or lowest nutritional value profiles.
Added nutrients
Many protein shakes feature nutrients to help give you more energy, stay more alert, aid digestion or keep you healthier. These may include vitamins, minerals, fiber, amino acids and superfood blends.
How much you can expect to spend on a coffee protein shake
Most coffee protein shakes cost between $1.25-$3.50 per serving.
Coffee protein shake FAQ
Can I use a coffee protein shake as a meal replacement?
A. You can use any coffee protein shake as a meal replacement in a pinch, but if you plan on doing this regularly, it is best to purchase a meal replacement shake. These contain more calories, fats and carbohydrates than standard protein shakes. They also tend to have more added vitamins and minerals, as well as a more varied nutrient profile.
Should I drink my protein shake before or after the gym?
A. Despite there being a lot of debate among gym-goers over whether it is best to drink your protein shake before or after the gym, studies show there is no meaningful difference in results whether you drink it before or after your workout.
What are the best coffee protein shakes to buy?
Top coffee protein shake
OWYN Cold Brew Coffee Vegan Plant-Based Protein Shake
What you need to know: This vegan-friendly protein shake provides all nine essential amino acids and contains the equivalent protein of one cup of coffee to give you that extra boost of energy.
What you’ll love: It’s free of common allergens, including gluten, nuts, dairy and soy, and it contains a blend of greens for added nutrients.
What you should consider: It has 5 grams of added sugar.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top coffee protein shake for the money
Atkins Gluten Free Protein-Rich Mocha Latte Shake
What you need to know: Not only is this Atkins Mocha Latte protein shake affordably priced, but it is also keto-friendly and high in fiber.
What you’ll love: Most people love the rich, creamy texture, and it makes the perfect morning coffee replacement.
What you should consider: Some may find the chocolate flavor too dominant.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Premier Protein Cafe Latte Shake
What you need to know: If you are looking for a lot of protein and a great coffee flavor without tons of calories, there are few better options than Premier Protein’s Cafe Latte shake.
What you’ll love: It is low in carbohydrates and total sugars, and it has added nutrients for immune health.
What you should consider: It is made with artificial flavors.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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CHICAGO, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago Pacific Founders ("CPF"), an investment adviser that manages private equity funds, focused exclusively in value-based care innovation, healthcare services, and AI and tech enabled healthcare services, recently announced the promotion of Sameer Mathur to Partner.
"We're thrilled to announce Sameer's promotion to Partner at CPF," said Founder and Managing Partner Mary Tolan. "Sameer is a tremendously talented, diligent individual who recognizes the value of CPF's collaborative ethos and continuously strives to generate outstanding results."
Sameer has been instrumental in helping drive the firm's growth since joining the team. He leads deal teams focused on all aspects of the firm's investments, from origination and due diligence through deal structuring, execution, and post investment portfolio management. Since joining CPF, Sameer has co-led 7 platform investments and has been instrumental in thesis development on a number of new investment platforms.
"Sameer's promotion is a recognition of his exceptional contributions to the continued success and growth of our Firm. Sameer shows outstanding investment acumen and insightful approaches to post-investment value-creation," said Larry Leisure, Founder and Co-Managing Partner. "He has been an instrumental part of CPF since joining the team in 2018, and has made substantial contributions working on a number of our value-based care deals and effectively working with our portfolio company leadership to drive value for our investors."
"I look forward to continuing to drive value throughout our investment portfolio, and am honored and excited to join the ranks of CPF's exceptionally talented founders and partners," said Sameer.
About Chicago Pacific Founders:
Based in Chicago and San Francisco, Chicago Pacific Founders ("CPF") is a leading strategic private equity firm focused on investing in growth companies within value-based care, healthcare services, AI and tech enabled services, and caring for aging populations. CPF believes that the most significant societal impact and investment returns from healthcare for the next decade will be generated by investment in delivery model innovation. CPF's leadership team is made up of former healthcare founders, senior executives, and investment professionals with a passion and track record of building healthcare businesses. For more information, please visit www.cpfounders.com.
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K-State works to address teacher shortage, educates those without degree
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas State University is addressing the teacher shortage and is attempting to educate those who do not yet hold a degree in the field.
Kansas State University says as teacher and staff shortages continue to make national headlines, in its ongoing response to the crisis, its College of Education has created a set of free resources for new employees in schools who lead classrooms without a degree in education.
K-State said “Teaching 101″ is a series of 10 short videos of alumni - many of whom have been celebrated as a Kansas Teacher of the Year - to offer advice on topics like building positive classroom culture, creating lesson plans, assessment, special education and more.
Debbi Mercer, dean of the College of Education, said new employees quickly find that teaching is far more challenging than it appears.
“Teachers make teaching look easy because of their formal education and rigorous clinical experience,” Mercer said. “Career changers need tools to help navigate the complex terrain of the classrooms they are leading. Our goal is to produce trusted, reliable information from some of the best voices in our profession to support their success.”
Mercer noted that one of the college’s top priorities has been to remove every barrier to earning a degree in education from K-State. She said accessibility was a common issue, so it has created online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in elementary education and select secondary education content areas which allow future teachers to complete clinical experience in their own community.
Designed especially for those who change careers, K-State said the college’s one-year master’s degree, the Master of Arts in Teaching program, is the most-awarded graduate degree at the university and has students from around the nation enrolled. It said the program can be completed in a single year with classes starting in May, or in 18 months with the newly announced residency program which allows graduate students to continue to work while they earn their master’s degree.
The series, along with K-State’s free educational documentaries, are available HERE.
For more information about the master’s program, click HERE.
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BEIJING (AP) — China on Friday attacked the theory that the coronavirus pandemic may have originated as a leak from a Chinese laboratory as a politically motivated lie, after the World Health Organization recommended in its strongest terms yet that a deeper probe is needed into whether a lab accident may be to blame.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian also rejected accusations that China had not fully cooperated with investigators, saying it welcomed a science-based probe but rejected any political manipulation.
He also reiterated calls for an investigation into “highly suspicious laboratories such as Fort Detrick and the University of North Carolina” in the United States where China has suggested, without evidence, that the U.S. was developing the coronavirus as a bioweapon.
“The lab leak theory is totally a lie concocted by anti-China forces for political purposes, which has nothing to do with science,” Zhao said at a daily briefing.
“We always supported and participated in science-based global virus tracing, but we firmly opposed any forms of political manipulation,” he said, repeating China’s long-standing explanation for delaying or rejecting further investigations into the virus’s origins.
Zhao said China has made major contributions toward virus tracing, sharing the most data and research results.
That “fully reflects China’s open, transparent and responsible attitude, as well as its support for the work of the WHO and the advisory group,” he said.
The WHO’s stance in a report released Thursday is a sharp reversal of the U.N. health agency’s initial assessment of the pandemic’s origins. It comes after many critics accused WHO of being too quick to dismiss or underplay a lab-leak theory that put Chinese officials on the defensive.
Following a tightly controlled visit to China last year, the WHO concluded that it was “extremely unlikely” the coronavirus might have spread to humans from a lab in the city of Wuhan. Many scientists suspect the coronavirus jumped from bats to people, possibly via another animal.
However, in the Thursday report, WHO’s expert group said “key pieces of data” to explain how the pandemic began were still missing. The scientists said the group would “remain open to any and all scientific evidence that becomes available in the future to allow for comprehensive testing of all reasonable hypotheses.”
Identifying a disease’s source in animals typically takes years. It took more than a decade for scientists to pinpoint the species of bats that were the natural reservoir for SARS, a relative of COVID-19.
The expert group also noted that since lab accidents in the past have triggered some outbreaks, the theory could not be discounted. They said China has not presented any studies to WHO that assessed the possibility of the coronavirus resulting from a laboratory leak.
The new report is indicative of a more confrontational relationship between China’s authoritarian Communist leadership and the WHO, which had initially been accused of being overly deferential to Beijing, particularly by the former U.S. Trump administration.
The coronavirus has killed more than 6.3 million people worldwide, forced dozens of countries into lockdown and upended the world economy. It was first detected in the central Chinese city of Wuhan in late 2019 and was initially linked to a traditional market where wild animals were sold for food.
China was accused of responding slowly and covering up the extent of the outbreak, before it locked down the entire city of Wuhan and surrounding areas in the first of a series of draconian measures labeled “zero-COVID” which continue today as much of the rest of the world is opening up again.
Last month, the WHO called “zero-COVID” unsustainable, pointing to increased knowledge of the virus and the cost to the economy and civil rights. China rejected the criticism as “irresponsible.”
China was also accused of leading a disinformation campaign, suggesting the virus was detected elsewhere before the Wuhan outbreak and putting forward other theories aimed at diverting attention from China.
Investigations by The Associated Press found that some top WHO insiders were frustrated by China during the initial outbreak even as WHO heaped praise on Chinese President Xi Jinping. They were also upset over how China sought to clamp down on research into the origins of COVID-19.
Zhao appeared to imply that China would reject any criticisms or suspicions of it.
“Research on the origin of the virus must adhere to scientific principles and should not be subject to political interference,” Zhao said. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/china-calls-covid-lab-leak-theory-a-lie-after-who-report/ | 2022-06-10T20:40:01Z |
BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PreIPO Corporation™️, owner of a suite of proprietary platforms; including: PreIPO-as-a-Service™, Diligence-as-a-Service™, and PreIPO Intelli™, announced the promotion of David Grzan, a co-founder of the Company, to Executive Chairman & CEO.
PreIPO Corporation™ is pleased to have Mr. Grzan as its preeminent Executive Chairman and CEO. Mr. Grzan is a consummate servant leader with a panache for championing a culture steeped in competitive camaraderie. Mr. Grzan is driven to capitalize on the Company's proprietary portfolio of intellectual property designed to disrupt the primary and secondary markets, on a global scale, to create shareholder value while providing investors with democratized access to pre-IPO deal flow. Mr. Grzan, along with a brilliant team of proven and passionate executives share a common vision to collectively operate at the nexus of software development and distribution; private equity and fintech; capital formation and exits; and data aggregation and licensing. According to Mr. Grzan, "Execution and distribution combined with continuous innovation and regulatory fidelity is the cornerstone on which to build sustainable success."
Mr. Grzan has been a successful C-Suite executive in the investment banking, private equity, commercial banking, and commercial/multifamily real estate industries as well as the childcare industry (regionally and nationally) during the past 25-years. Mr. Grzan has served on the board of directors for banks, real estate companies and medical device companies. Mr. Grzan earned his MBA in Banking from the University of London (SOAS), his master's in financial services from the Denver School of Financial Planning, and his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Long Island University, a.k.a. C.W. Post College. Mr. Grzan was a licensed Series 7, 24, and 63 securities professionals for over 30-years.
PreIPO Corp.™ is a financial technology company specializing in actively participating in private market securities transactions for qualified investors, sellers, issuers, and financial institutions through its vertically integrated ecosystem of 'licensable while-labeled' SaaS offerings designed especially for broker/dealers. As a pioneer in digitally distributed financial systems, PreIPO™ is deploying its proprietary PreIPO-as-a-Service Platform™. We are also pleased to offer PreIPO INTELLI™, this program will condense hours and days of internal research into easily digestible and actionable insights for qualified investors. Visit our website www.preipo.com.
For more information please contact: info@preipo.com or visit www.preipo.com
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Emergency nurses and physicians call for end to attacks on health care workers
WASHINGTON, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leaders and members of the Emergency Nurses Association and American College of Emergency Physicians called on Congress Wednesday to pass legislation aimed at reducing violence against health care workers.
Emergency nurses and physicians from the two organizations – which partnered in 2019 on the No Silence on ED Violence campaign – spoke during a Capitol Hill event to raise awareness about the frequency of attacks within the emergency department and to push the Senate to move forward with the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisc., who will be the bill's lead sponsor, joined the event to express strong support for the dozens of emergency nurses and physicians in attendance, and the thousands across the country, who consistently face the threat of violence in the emergency department.
ENA and ACEP have been longtime proponents of legislation aimed at mitigating workplace violence and strengthening criminal penalties for anyone who assaults a health care worker. The current bill – which passed the House in April 2021 and was introduced in the Senate this week by Baldwin – focuses on directing OSHA to require employers to develop and implement workplace violence prevention plans focused on the safety of health care workers and patients.
"Every emergency nurse has lived through the physical and emotional pain caused by violence in the emergency department. When these incidents are dismissed as 'part of the job,' it minimizes the human toll on health care professionals who are injured merely because they went to work to care for patients," said ENA President Jennifer Schmitz, MSN, EMT-P, CEN, CPEN, CNML, FNP-C, NE-BC. "When we say No Silence on ED Violence, it's a call for more health care professionals to speak up about their experiences so that hospital leaders, law enforcement, prosecutors and legislators cannot ignore the chorus calling for change. Sen. Baldwin is helping lead the way toward meaningful, long-term solutions when it comes to workplace violence and, for that, ENA is thankful to her and her congressional colleagues for standing with us."
ACEP President Gillian Schmitz, MD, FACEP, emphasized the legislation's importance to health care workers and patient care.
"The pandemic continues to show everyone how vital emergency care can be, but it has only exacerbated many of the factors that contribute to violence in the emergency department," Dr. Schmitz said. "The health care professionals in our nation's emergency departments are fully dedicated to caring for patients and saving lives. Now Congress has a critical opportunity to pass legislation to protect each of them from violent attacks on the job."
The bill provides fundamental support to protect health care workers victimized by violence on the job, according to Baldwin.
"Our nurses, doctors, social services workers and health care professionals deserve to work in a safe environment free from violence," Baldwin said. "Health care workers have faced unprecedented obstacles just to stay healthy and do their jobs through the pandemic, and on top of it all, they have seen senseless violence against them. It is unacceptable and we must provide basic protections and safety standards to a workforce that serves people during some of their most vulnerable times."
Learn more about the No Silence on ED Violence campaign by visiting stopedviolence.org.
About the Emergency Nurses Association
The Emergency Nurses Association is the premier professional nursing association dedicated to defining the future of emergency nursing through advocacy, education, research, innovation, and leadership. Founded in 1970, ENA has proven to be an indispensable resource to the global emergency nursing community. With 50,000 members worldwide, ENA advocates for patient safety, develops industry-leading practice standards and guidelines, and guides emergency health care public policy. ENA members have expertise in triage, patient care, disaster preparedness, and all aspects of emergency care. Additional information is available at www.ena.org.
ENA Media Contact:
Dan Campana
Director of Communications
847-460-4017
dan.campana@ena.org
About The American College of Emergency Physicians
The American College of Emergency Physicians is the national medical society representing emergency medicine. Through continuing education, research, public education, and advocacy, ACEP advances emergency care on behalf of its 40,000 emergency physician members, and the more than 150 million Americans they treat on an annual basis. For more information, visit www.acep.org and www.emergencyphysicians.org.
ACEP Media Contact:
Steve Arnoff
sarnoff@acep.org
Twitter: @EmergencyDocs
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Solution to Provide Clients with Real-time Data and Analytics, Powered by Snowflake
OAKS, Pa., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SEI® (NASDAQ:SEIC) today announced the launch of SEI Data Cloud through a strategic partnership with Snowflake, the Data Cloud company, to address the financial services industry's demand for more advanced data integration. SEI Data Cloud, Powered by Snowflake, is designed to offer a scalable, cloud-based data platform that clients globally can access directly through the SEI Wealth PlatformSM (SWP) or as a standalone service.
SEI Data Cloud seeks to meet the industry demand for more advanced data integration, as financial and technology organizations increasingly need database-like access to power analytics, application development, consumption of large amounts of data, and advanced reporting.
SEI Data Cloud users have access to modern delivery capabilities, including:
- On-demand access to real-time data
- Business event-based alerts and notifications
- Ease of information consumption
- Analytics-as-a-Service (AaaS)
SEI plans to initially leverage Snowflake as a data delivery and analytics platform for SWP clients, providing users access to information in real time and enabling an enterprise view of information. SEI already has two early adopters of SEI Data Cloud and is engaging with multiple clients to roll out the solution.
Ultimately, the company intends to offer enterprise information delivery, reporting, and analytics capabilities to all clients across the financial services spectrum. This represents SEI's commitment to enhancing its offerings and delivering new solutions that enable clients to power their businesses and drive revenue growth for the company.
Sanjay Sharma, Head of Private Banking at SEI, said:
"The dynamic demand for flexible and real-time access to information with ease of consumption is rapidly growing across the financial services landscape. By leveraging Snowflake's data-sharing capabilities, we believe we can provide our clients access to customized data and analytics reporting at any time and in a manner that complements our modern API approach. We're thrilled to partner with Snowflake in delivering this transformative technology to our markets."
Rinesh Patel, Global Head of Financial Services at Snowflake, said:
"SEI's role in the wealth and asset management ecosystem combined with Snowflake's scalable data delivery and analytics capabilities, enables financial services participants to seamlessly consume, analyze, and utilize data. We look forward to working with SEI to redefine our customers' data experience and meet the evolving needs of the financial services community."
About SEI® SEI (NASDAQ:SEIC) delivers technology and investment solutions that connect the financial services industry. With capabilities across investment processing, operations, and asset management, SEI works with corporations, financial institutions and professionals, and ultra-high-net-worth families to solve problems, manage change and help protect assets—for growth today and in the future. As of June 30, 2022, SEI manages, advises, or administers approximately $1.3 trillion in assets. For more information, visit seic.com.
To become a Snowflake partner, get access to Snowflake's self-service partner resources and apply for the Powered by Snowflake program, please visit www.snowflake.com/partners/poweredbysnowflake.
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- Whether our solutions will address the financial services industry's demand for more advanced data integration;
- whether we will offer enterprise information delivery, reporting, and analytics capabilities to all clients across the financial services spectrum;
- our ability to provide our clients access to customized data and analytics reporting at any time and in a manner that complements our modern API approach; and
- the success, if any, of the sales and strategic initiatives we pursue.
You should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements, as they are based on the current beliefs and expectations of our management and subject to significant risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control or are subject to change. Although we believe the assumptions upon which we base our forward-looking statements are reasonable, they could be inaccurate. Some of the risks and important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those described in our forward-looking statements can be found in the "Risk Factors" section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2021, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Prosecutors debunk Colorado clerk’s 2020 election claims
DENVER (AP) — Prosecutors in a western Colorado county said Thursday they found no evidence of tampering in the 2020 presidential election as alleged by a clerk who has become a prominent voice among those promoting former President Donald Trump’s false claims of a stolen election.
The Mesa County District Attorney’s Office presented its findings to county commissioners after investigating claims by Clerk Tina Peters, who is under indictment for providing unauthorized access to county voting equipment, a breach that led to a public release of sensitive information.
Peters, who is running for the Republican nomination to become the state’s chief election official, had issued a report in March claiming to have found evidence of “potentially unauthorized and illegal manipulation of tabulated vote data” during the 2020 presidential election and 2021 city elections.
During a public meeting Thursday, District Attorney Daniel P. Rubinstein provided a detailed rebuttal of the allegations, utilizing video from inside the clerk’s office during the elections to show that workers followed proper protocols. For instance, time-stamped video of election workers loading ballots before reviewing them was normal and not evidence of someone suspiciously pre-loading batches of ballots before the election.
There was “extensive evidence” that Peters’ conclusions were false and no proof found of outside election interference, Rubinstein wrote in a summary to commissioners.
Peters was elected in 2018 to oversee elections in the heavily Republican county near the Utah border. She was charged in March with seven felony and three misdemeanor counts, including attempting to influence a public servant, criminal impersonation and first-degree official misconduct.
The indictment alleges that Peters along with her deputy clerk were part of a “deceptive scheme which was designed to influence public servants, breach security protocols, exceed permissible access to voting equipment, and set in motion the eventual distribution of confidential information to unauthorized people.”
Peters has denied the charges, calling them politically motivated. Rubenstein noted that his investigators had attempted to speak with Peters, key office personnel and the authors of the report, but were unsuccessful. He said they relied on “video evidence, corroboration of records, audit of randomly selected ballot images, interviews with witnesses and experts, and recreation of the certain scenarios using a test election environment.”
Peters did not immediately respond to attempts to reach her for comment.
One of the major claims in the report was that separate election-related databases were created during the 2020 general election and then again in the 2021 municipal election. It said that interviews with office workers determined this could not have been caused by human actions.
Rubenstein, however, said office video showed election workers encountering problems in both elections and said investigators had determined that an office manager had restarted a key process, which triggered the creation of a second database both times. No evidence showed an incomplete or improper vote count, according to the investigation.
He noted that none of the office workers interviewed by his investigators said they had been contacted by the authors of Peters’ report.
Because of the allegations related to the security breach, Peters was not allowed to oversee last year’s election and a judge recently ruled that she cannot supervise this year’s primary or midterm elections.
Despite that, Peters is campaigning to become the official responsible for elections throughout the state, seeking the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent Secretary of State Jena Griswold, a Democrat. She announced her plan to run on the podcast of former Trump adviser Steve Bannon shortly before she was indicted.
She joins a group of Republican candidates this year who are seeking to oversee elections in their state while questioning the results of the 2020 presidential election — despite no evidence of widespread fraud or a coordinated scheme to manipulate voting machines. Experts have expressed concern that candidates who don’t have faith in elections increase the risk of insider attacks or interference with vote counting and certification.
State election officials first became aware of a security breach in Mesa County last summer when a photo and video of confidential voting system passwords were posted on social media and a conservative website.
Because each Colorado county has unique passwords maintained by the state, officials identified them as belonging to Mesa County, which Trump won in the 2020 presidential election with nearly 63% of the vote. President Joe Biden won Colorado overall with 55.4% of the state’s vote.
In August 2021, Peters appeared onstage at a “cybersymposium” hosted by MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, who has promoted Trump’s false election claims and promised to reveal proof of that during the event.
While no evidence was provided, a copy of Mesa County’s voting system hard drive was distributed and posted online, according to attendees and state officials.
The copy included proprietary software developed by Dominion Voting Systems that is used by election offices around the country. Experts have described the unauthorized release as serious, saying it provided a potential “practice environment” that would allow anyone to probe for vulnerabilities that could be exploited during a future election.
Peters has previously said she had no knowledge of how the copy came to be distributed and declined to say who was with her when the copy was made.
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Cassidy reported from Atlanta.
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NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
ManTech International Corporation (NASDAQ: MANT)'s sale to Carlyle Group Inc. for $96.00 per share in cash. If you are a ManTech shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
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- (Neo)adjuvant UM represents an unmet medical need and potential clinical expansion opportunity with annual incidence of approximately 8,700 patients in the US and EU
- Clinical proof-of-concept data for use in (neo)adjuvant UM setting will be presented with the interim darovasertib Phase 2 clinical data update in MUM in September 2022
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEAYA Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: IDYA), a synthetic lethality focused precision medicine oncology company committed to the discovery and development of targeted therapeutics, announced that it has initiated an Investigator Sponsored Trial, or IST, in coordination with St. Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, to evaluate darovasertib as monotherapy in neo-adjuvant and adjuvant settings in primary, non-metastatic uveal melanoma (UM) patients.
The study, captioned as "Neoadjuvant / Adjuvant trial of Darovasertib in Ocular Melanoma" (NADOM), is being led by principal investigator Professor Anthony Joshua, MBBS, PhD, FRACP, Head Department of Medical Oncology, Kinghorn Cancer Centre, St. Vincent's Hospital in Sydney with participating sites of Alfred Health and the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne. Pursuant to the protocol, the NADOM study will evaluate darovasertib as monotherapy in eligible adult patients having ocular melanoma to determine the feasibility and tolerability of (neo)adjuvant treatment.
"We are excited to be leading this ground-breaking clinical study treating patients with darovasertib in the neo-adjuvant and adjuvant settings. The concept for this study originated from anecdotal observations in a MUM patient treated with darovasertib who also had an intact primary lesion in the eye, where a reduction in the eye lesion was observed at an initial scan with improvement in visual symptoms," said Professor Anthony Joshua, MBBS, PhD, FRACP, Head Department of Medical Oncology, Kinghorn Cancer Centre, St. Vincent's Hospital Sydney.
"We are observing an early signal of clinical activity in the first patient enrolled in the NADOM study," said Professor Mark Shackleton MBBS, PhD, FRACP, Director of Oncology at Alfred Health and Professor of Oncology, Monash University. "Our coordinated patient care with eye specialists at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital on this trial has enabled a potential paradigm-shifting approach to reduce the size of ocular tumors prior to primary treatment, which we hope will lead to better outcomes for patients," continued Professor Shackleton.
"There are currently limited treatment options for patients with uveal melanoma in the pre-metastatic setting. We are pleased to be collaborating with St. Vincent's Hospital in Sydney and with Alfred Health and Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital in Melbourne to explore the potential for darovasertib monotherapy to be impactful for patients with primary uveal melanoma," said Dr. Matthew Maurer, M.D., Vice President, Head of Clinical Oncology and Medical Affairs, IDEAYA Biosciences.
Uveal melanoma is a rare, lethal form of melanoma that arises from melanocytes of the iris, the ciliary body, or most commonly the choroid, with an annual potential incidence of approximately 8,700 patients aggregate in US and Europe. Current approaches for treatment of primary UM includes radiotherapy (plaque brachytherapy or stereotactic radiosurgery) and, for larger tumors, enucleation of the eye, with consequential patient impact including reduced vision, decreased depth perception, diminished social functioning and unsatisfactory cosmesis.
Darovasertib (IDE196) is a potent, selective small molecule inhibitor of protein kinase C (PKC). Mutations in GNAQ or GNA11 (GNAQ/11) have been identified in approximately 90% of patients with metastatic UM. These mutations are associated with activation of signaling pathways, including oncogenic RAS/RAF/MEK/ERK via Protein Kinase C (PKC) activation, driving tumor progression. In April 2022, the FDA designated darovasertib as an Orphan Drug in Uveal Melanoma.
In addition to supporting the NADOM study with St. Vincent's Hospital Sydney, IDEAYA is also evaluating the synthetic lethal combination of darovasertib and crizotinib, a small molecule cMET inhibitor, in metastatic uveal melanoma (MUM) in an ongoing Phase 2 clinical trial pursuant to a clinical trial collaboration and drug supply agreement with Pfizer.
IDEAYA is targeting interim Phase 2 clinical results for darovasertib and crizotinib synthetic lethal combination in first-line and any-line MUM patients in September 2022, including clinical efficacy in MUM (e.g., confirmed overall response rate by RECIST, median progression-free survival, median duration of response) and an adverse event summary. The company will also present data supporting clinical proof of concept for potential use of darovasertib in primary (neo)adjuvant UM.
About IDEAYA Biosciences
IDEAYA is a synthetic lethality focused precision medicine oncology company committed to the discovery and development of targeted therapeutics for patient populations selected using molecular diagnostics. IDEAYA's approach integrates capabilities in identifying and validating translational biomarkers with drug discovery to select patient populations most likely to benefit from its targeted therapies. IDEAYA is applying its research and drug discovery capabilities to synthetic lethality – which represents an emerging class of precision medicine targets.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements related to (i) the potential of darovasertib as a treatment for (neo)adjuvant uveal melanoma and (ii) the timing and content of an additional clinical data update for darovasertib, including the darovasertib and crizotinib combination and the use of darovasertib in primary (neo)adjuvant UM. Such forward-looking statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties that could cause IDEAYA's preclinical and clinical development programs, future results, performance or achievements to differ significantly from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others, the uncertainties inherent in the drug development process, including IDEAYA's programs' early stage of development, the process of designing and conducting preclinical and clinical trials, the regulatory approval processes, the timing of regulatory filings, the challenges associated with manufacturing drug products, IDEAYA's ability to successfully establish, protect and defend its intellectual property, the effects on IDEAYA's business of the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, the ongoing military conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and other matters that could affect the sufficiency of existing cash to fund operations. IDEAYA undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements. For a further description of the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of IDEAYA in general, see IDEAYA's recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed on August 15, 2022 and any current and periodic reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Donation Aimed to Help Drive Economic Empowerment of LGBTQ+ Community
DUBLIN, Calif., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TriNet, a leading provider of comprehensive human resources for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), today announced that StartOut, the nation's largest nonprofit organization supporting LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs has received a TriNet Foundation donation. The TriNet Foundation, launched in 2021, is a donor-advised fund of TriNet and a key component of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program.
The TriNet Foundation seeks to proactively evaluate and support nonprofit organizations that foster positive change, economic development and the growth of entrepreneurism related to veterans, historically underrepresented businesses, and trade schools/entrepreneurial education programs. Previous recipients of TriNet Foundation donations are Black Girl Ventures and Hire Heroes USA.
TriNet will engage with the LGBTQ+ community through StartOut's mentorship program, upcoming events, and opportunities for the StartOut community to learn more about TriNet and the incredible HR services that it provides.
"TriNet exists to help small and medium-size businesses succeed, and the TriNet Foundation is an important way to expand our reach outside of our customer base while aligning our corporate social responsibility to our company mission and vision," said TriNet President and CEO Burton M. Goldfield (he/him). "StartOut does incredible work to give LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs equal access to resources that can help fuel their success. When we make diversity a priority within organizations, the result is more innovation, more creativity and more opportunities for all of us."
"We are most grateful for the engagement of companies like TriNet that are proactively helping us empower LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs through mentoring, education and networking opportunities. TriNet's generous support is instrumental in creating more diversity within our startup communities," said StartOut's executive director, Andres Wydler (he/him).
TriNet (NYSE: TNET) provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service HR solutions tailored by industry. To free SMBs from HR complexities, TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation and compliance, payroll, all enabled by industry leading technology capabilities. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Payroll and Time & Attendance. From Main Street to Wall Street, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most—growing their business and enabling their people. TriNet, incredible starts here. For more information, visit TriNet.com or follow us on Twitter.
Founded in 2009, StartOut, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is the largest national organization to support LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs with over 21K members nationwide. Its mission is to accelerate the growth of the LGBTQ+ community to drive its economic empowerment, building a world where every LGBTQ+ entrepreneur has equal access to lead, succeed, and shape the workforce of the future. StartOut helps aspiring LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs start new companies; supports current entrepreneurs as they grow and expand their existing businesses; and engages successful entrepreneurs as role models and mentors, on its online portal and through targeted events nationwide. For more information, please visit www.startout.org.
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Police: Husband, daughter charged with abuse, neglect in death of elderly family member
VALLEY, Ala (WTVM/Gray News) - Authorities in Alabama are investigating an incident where a woman was found dead while living in poor conditions.
The Valley Police Department reports officers were called to a home to investigate living conditions at the house on March 16.
WTVM reports officers found the body of 72-year-old Janice Ramsey Hawkins in the living room. Police said a May 4 autopsy report revealed that the woman died due to a failure to thrive associated with complications of diabetes.
Authorities listed the following thrive factors in the report:
- Malnutrition, body mass index underweight, according to the National Institutes of Health.
- Sunken eyes and prominent ribs.
- Dehydration with evidence of skin tenting and deplorable living conditions.
- Dirty clothing.
- A foul odor and roach infestation.
Valley police said Janice Ramsey Hawkins’ husband, Walter Alfred Hawkins, 74, and daughter, Christy Lee Hawkins, 45, lived with her in the house. The two were taken into custody on first-degree elder abuse and neglect charges. Walter Alfred Hawkins was also charged with manslaughter.
Officers report they found through their investigation that a doctor had not seen Janice Ramsey Hawkins since 2019 without her prescriptions refilled since 2018.
Walter Alfred Hawkins and Christy Lee Hawkins were taken to the Chambers County Detention Facility.
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Search histories, location data, text messages: How personal data could be used to enforce anti-abortion laws
By Jennifer Korn and Clare Duffy, CNN Business
A wave of new legislation taking aim at abortion rights across the country is raising concerns about the potential use of personal data to punish people who seek information about or access to abortion services online.
In some of the most restrictive states, digital rights experts warn that people’s search histories, location data, messages and other digital information could be used by law enforcement agencies investigating or prosecuting abortion-related cases.
Concerns about the digital privacy implications of abortion restrictions come amid a movement by Republican-controlled states, including Georgia, Texas, Mississippi and Oklahoma, in recent years to pass laws severely curtailing access to the service. And they take on additional significance following the leak Monday of the Supreme Court draft opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade, which guarantees a person’s Constitutional right to terminate a pregnancy before viability (usually around 24 weeks). Overturning the landmark 1973 court ruling would transform the landscape of reproductive health in America, leaving abortion policy up to individual states and potentially paving the way for more than 20 states to pass new laws restricting abortions.
America is a much different place today than in the pre-Roe era: Because of the pervasiveness of the Internet and mobile technology, people today share vast troves of data about themselves — whether they realize it or not — opening the door to significant surveillance. The possibility of a complex patchwork of state laws, if the Supreme Court draft opinion were to be made final, raises a host of new questions about the everyday technology Americans use to make health decisions and how it might be used to enforce those laws, and could create confusion about what online behavior is permitted or not.
For example, in states that make it a crime to help an abortion-seeker such as Texas and Oklahoma, data from women’s period-tracking or pregnancy apps could end up being subpoenaed as evidence against the person who helped them, said Danielle Citron, a law professor at the University of Virginia and author of the forthcoming book “The Fight for Privacy.” “Let’s say you got your period, stopped your period and then got your period again in a short time,” Citron said. “It’s [potential] evidence of your own criminality, or your doctor’s criminality.”
Groups promoting digital rights and reproductive freedoms are now warning people in states that criminalize providing access to abortions to safeguard their digital footprints when seeking abortion information and resources online and sharing tips for how to do so.
“We are living in a much more surveilled culture than we were in 1972 and prior, so in a future where abortion rights are limited or there’s not a federal right, people will be at risk for exercising their bodily autonomy,” said Elisabeth Smith, director for State Policy and Advocacy at the Center for Reproductive Rights. “The consequences of those decisions are likely to fall hardest on Black, brown, Indigenous people of color.”
Much has also changed in the reproductive health care landscape since Roe v. Wade was decided in 1973. Self-managed abortions and online pharmacies that provide abortion medication are increasingly accessible options, especially for low-income people or those in rural areas or states that restrict access to in-person abortion services. The US Food and Drug Administration in December lifted a requirement for patients seeking abortion medications to pick them up in-person, instead allowing the pills to be sent by mail.
Although a number of states, including Texas, prohibit receiving medication abortions through telehealth, that does not necessarily stop online pharmacies and services in other countries, such as the European-based Aid Access, from mailing the medications to people in those states. Web traffic to online abortion resource site Plan C — which offers information on how to find abortion medications and how to use them — increased from 500 people per day to 25,000 per day immediately after Texas banned most abortions after six weeks in September, before leveling out to about 2,500 a day, according to Elisa Wells, Plan C’s co-founder and co-director.
“Most people go directly to our ‘Find Abortion Pills’ directory that we have,” Wells told CNN Business. “Disproportionately these people are from states that have laws on the books that restrict access.”
Various online behaviors could become part of investigations and court proceedings in states where helping to provide access to abortions is criminalized, including internet searches, location history, call and text logs, emails and financial records, according to Cynthia Conti-Cook, a civil rights attorney and tech fellow at the Ford Foundation. Any part of a person’s digital footprint is fair game once a device is in law enforcement’s possession, she said.
“As long as abortion and abortion-seeking related conduct is what is criminalized, all of that information can be totally fair game,” Conti-Cook told CNN Business. She added that law enforcement has the forensic tools at their disposal to view virtually everything a person does on their device — but only once the device is in their possession. Unless voluntarily handed over, a phone and all its data typically cannot be accessed without a search warrant.
Various state-by-state laws governing abortion care raise novel questions about what role an abortion-seeker’s internet usage might play. “In a state like Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, if someone orders pills online, they are doing so outside of the laws of that state,” Smith said. “Because they have prohibited telemedicine and more states are passing laws prohibiting the possession of medication abortion, there is the risk of criminalization when people do not follow the laws of their state.”
Some lawmakers have even put forward proposals that would effectively ban citizens from getting out-of-state abortions. Missouri state representative Elizabeth Coleman is pushing a provision that would allow citizens to sue anyone who “aids or abets” a Missouri resident in getting an abortion, including out of state doctors, friends who help arrange transportation or even hosting a website that “encourages or facilitates efforts” of Missouri residents to get elective abortions. And other states could follow suit.
Law enforcement could also use so-called geofence warrants, which request from internet companies a list of devices within a certain boundary at a certain time. Such warrants are gaining popularity as a law enforcement tool for various alleged crimes — the number of geofence warrants submitted to Google by US police departments rose from 982 in 2018 to 11,554 in 2020, according to the company’s latest transparency report. (For its part, Google says that in some cases, it requests to provide less information or declines to provide such information at all.)
In at least one case, search history data has already been used to prosecute people who seek information about abortion services. In 2018, Latice Fisher was indicted by a Mississippi Grand Jury for second degree murder after an at-home pregnancy loss. While the criminal charges against Fisher were ultimately dropped, law enforcement pointed to alleged internet search results such as “buy abortion pills, mifeprisone online, misoprostol online” to argue their case. (Mifepristone and misoprostol are the two pills frequently taken together by women performing self-managed abortions.)
In anticipation of the passage of more restrictive laws, advocacy groups are promoting education on digital privacy and sharing information on how to seek reproductive health services safely online.
The Digital Defense Fund created a guide for women on how to keep digital footprints protected when seeking information on abortions. It includes tips such as opting out of personalized ads on Google and social media sites to minimize tracking, turning off location sharing and using privacy-focused browsers like DuckDuckGo or Firefox Focus that do not save search data, collect personal information or allow third-party trackers.
When seeking abortion information, the guide also recommends using end-to-end encrypted messaging apps like Signal or WhatsApp to keep calls and messages private (these apps also offer timed auto-delete features for messages). Unlike a phone company with access to SMS text messages, the developers of such apps can’t access the content of encrypted messages, and therefore could not be compelled by a court to share them.
Other privacy steps individuals seeking abortion information can take to protect their internet browsing include using anonymous browsing service Tor or Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and using incognito search windows, according to the Digital Defense Fund. While it is nearly impossible to completely hide digital history, experts say such methods can help to minimize risk and make it difficult for law enforcement to seize data.
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BENSALEM, Pa., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Ampio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Ampio" or the "Company") (NYSE: AMPE).
Class Period: December 29, 2020 – August 3, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 17, 2022
Investors suffering losses on their Ampio investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants: (1) inflated the Company's true ability to successfully file a Biologics License Application for Ampion; (2) inflated the results of the AP-013 study and the timing of unblinding the data from the AP-013 study; and (3) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Howard G. Smith, Esquire, of Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, 3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020, by telephone at (215) 638-4847, toll-free at (888) 638-4847, or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com, or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.
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5 things to know for April 1: Ukraine, Oil and gas, LGBTQ rights, Covid, North Korea
By AJ Willingham, CNN
Last month saw the most tornadoes ever recorded in March in the US, and it was the second record-breaking March in a row. In general, scientists are seeing more severe weather earlier in the year, and yes, climate change is likely a factor.
Here’s what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day.
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1. Ukraine
About 100,000 people remain trapped in the besieged city of Mariupol in Ukraine, and local leaders say Russian forces are not allowing aid supplies inside. A Ukrainian official said some evacuation buses heading to Mariupol were held at a Russian checkpoint and 14 tons of humanitarian aid bound for the city were confiscated by Russian troops. In addition to suspicions that Russia is regrouping its forces in neighboring Belarus, British intelligence suggests Russian troops are also being redeployed from the former Soviet republic of Georgia. Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia resume today, but Andriy Yermak, chief of staff to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, says he has a “very, very small portion of optimism” after apparently fruitless talks earlier this week in Istanbul.
2. Oil and gas
The International Energy Agency is planning to hold an emergency meeting today to discuss ways to stabilize oil markets — possibly following suit with President Joe Biden’s decision to release millions of barrels of oil from emergency reserves. Oil prices dropped sharply after Biden’s announcement yesterday, but even the release of a million barrels a day would only cover about a third of lost production from Russia. Industry experts warn that gas prices could still hit new highs in the US this spring and summer. Biden also announced plans yesterday to ramp up domestic production of minerals needed to manufacture batteries for electric vehicles and long-term energy storage. The hope is that by doing so, the US can lessen its dependence on fossil fuels — and be less vulnerable to wild swings in oil prices during international conflicts.
3. LGBTQ rights
Florida’s controversial law, which is dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by critics, is already inviting feuds and fallout. After the bill was signed into law, the Walt Disney Company wrote in a statement that its “goal” was to get the law repealed or defeated in the courts. Disney is Florida’s largest private employer, and had come under pressure to speak out about the measure. Now, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signaled support for a Republican-led effort to repeal a 55-year-old provision that allows the entertainment company to operate as an independent government around its Orlando-area theme park. Former Disney CEO Bob Iger joined voices condemning the law, telling Chris Wallace on CNN+ that it’s not political, “it’s about right and wrong.” Two LGBTQ rights advocacy groups, joined by students, parents and a teacher, have already filed the first federal lawsuit challenging the new rule.
4. Coronavirus
Republicans have struck an “agreement in principle” with Democrats on a $10 billion package to provide further pandemic relief, according to GOP Sen. Mitt Romney. The White House has been appealing to Congress to pass more funding, saying the administration doesn’t have the money to purchase monoclonal antibody therapies, vaccines, and more tests — as well as reimburse providers and provide personal protection equipment. The $10 billion price tag is about half of what the White House was seeking. Some Democrats say the deal is a little farther afield than Romney has suggested. Meanwhile, another bipartisan group of senators is trying to extend pandemic school meal waivers that gave federal funds and flexibilities to provide free food to more kids and to cope with supply chain and labor issues.
5. North Korea
The US and its allies are growing concerned that North Korea may be making preparations for an underground nuclear test for the first time since 2017. North Korea has recently resumed digging tunnels and other construction activities at its underground nuclear test site, officials say. The US intelligence community estimates North Korea could be ready to conduct a nuclear test this year, a concern heightened by the country’s recent demonstration of a missile that could potentially reach the US. The Defense Department is currently considering military responses to that missile test, which could include flying bombers or sailing warships in the region, or beefing up exercises and training in concert with regional allies like Japan and South Korea.
BREAKFAST BROWSE
NFL changes playoff overtime rule after Kansas City Chiefs vs Buffalo Bills thriller
AT LAST, a deep sports injustice has been righted.
Skippy is recalling 161,692 pounds of peanut butter
That amounts to a “limited number” of about 9,000 cases, which serves as a reminder that peanut butter is very heavy. (Still though, check your pantry.)
Ikea will pay you to get its old furniture back
You will have to pry this Kallax from my cold, dead hands.
‘Game of Thrones’ prequel ‘House of the Dragon’ will premiere this summer
Are we ready to be hurt again, GOT fans? Yes, yes we are.
A Japanese ‘killing stone,’ said to contain an evil 9-tailed fox spirit, has split in two
Not now, evil 9-tailed fox spirit!
QUIZ TIME
Will Smith and Chris Rock made headlines when Smith struck Rock during the Academy Awards ceremony Sunday. Smith later won the Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role. What movie did he star in to win the award?
A. “King Richard”
B. “The Tragedy of Macbeth”
C. “CODA”
D. “The Power of the Dog”
Take CNN’s weekly news quiz to see if you’re correct!
IN MEMORIAM
French fashion photographer Patrick Demarchelier, who was best known as Princess Diana’s personal photographer and for his iconic images of some of the 20th century’s most glamorous women, died yesterday at the age of 78, according to a statement posted to his official Instagram account. No cause of death was specified. In a statement to CNN, New York’s Staley-Wise Gallery, which represents Demarchelier’s work, described him as “a brilliant photographer who had an extraordinary sense of classic and elegant style — certainly the best of his generation.”
TODAY’S QUOTE
“There is no room for employers who do not secure the freedom and safety of World Cup workers. No room for leaders that cannot host the women’s game. No room for hosts that cannot legally guarantee the safety and respect of LGBTQ+ people coming to this theater of dreams. FIFA must set the tone and lead.”
Norway’s FA President Lise Klaveness, who delivered a speech at FIFA’s 72nd annual Congress criticizing the decision to allow Qatar to host the World Cup despite various controversies.
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The acquisition will enable HUB to expand its Confidential Computing offering into data centers business with governments and corporations, estimated to yield hundreds of million dollars over the course of the next 3 years
TEL AVIV, Israel, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HUB Cyber Security (Israel) Limited (TASE: HUB), a developer of Confidential Computing cybersecurity solutions and services ("HUB" or the "Company"), announced today that it will acquire the cyber security assets of a European Cyber firm that has an extensive EMEA distribution network of cyber solutions for major government and enterprise data centers. The company will acquire the activity for approximately $10 million in cash and up to $12 million in shares.
HUB Security founder and CEO, Eyal Moshe, said: "As we approach HUB's SPAC merger with Mount Rainier wards a NASDAQ listing (NASDAQ:RNER), we are witnessing more successful pilots from the past year being converted into actual Confidential Computing deployments and long-term contracts already in 2022. This current acquisition is a direct continuation of our strategy to increase our global sales and distribution reach to promote our core products. The acquisition has the potential to result in transactions worth hundreds of millions of dollars from enterprises and governments within the EU and the Middle East. We are acquiring direct access to a large number of blue-chip customers around the world, which can save the Company years in otherwise penetrating entering these markets organically."
About HUB Cyber Security (Israel) Limited
HUB Cyber Security (Israel) Limited ("HUB") was established in 2017 by veterans of the 8200 and 81 elite intelligence units of the Israeli Defense Forces. The company specializes in unique Cyber Security solutions protecting sensitive commercial and government information. The company debuted an advanced encrypted computing solution aimed at preventing hostile intrusions at the hardware level while introducing a novel set of data theft prevention solutions. HUB operates in over 30 countries and provides innovative cybersecurity computing appliances as well as a wide range of cybersecurity services worldwide.
About Mount Rainier Acquisition Corp.
Mount Rainier Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company sponsored by DC Rainier SPV LLC, a Delaware limited liability company managed by Dominion Capital LLC, whose business purpose is to effect a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses.
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Certain statements included in this press release are not historical facts but are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or HUB's or RNER's future financial or operating performance. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "may", "should", "would", "seem", "expect", "intend", "will", "estimate", "anticipate", "believe", "future", "predict", "potential," "forecast" or "continue", or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward looking statements.
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In connection with the proposed transaction, HUB intends to file with the SEC a registration statement on Form F-4 containing a proxy statement/prospectus, and after the registration statement is declared effective by the SEC, RNER will mail a definitive proxy statement/prospectus relating to the Proposed Business Combination to its stockholders. This press release does not contain all the information that should be considered concerning the proposed transaction and is not intended to form the basis of any investment decision or any other decision in respect of the proposed transaction. This press release is not a substitute for any registration statement or for any other document that HUB or RNER may file with the SEC in connection with the proposed transaction. Investors and security holders are advised to read, when available, the preliminary proxy statement/prospectus and the amendments thereto and the definitive proxy statement/prospectus and other documents filed in connection with the proposed transaction, as these materials will contain important information about HUB, RNER and the proposed transaction.
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Economist: Alex Jones, his company worth up to $270 million
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his company Free Speech Systems are worth up to $270 million, an economist testified Friday to a jury trying to determine if Jones should have to pay punitive damages to the family of a 6-year-old killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings.
The same jury ordered Jones to pay Neil Heslin and Scarlett Lewis $4.1 million in compensation for defamation. Punitive damages are determined as a separate issue, and the parents want to punish Jones for a decade of pushing false hoax claims that they say led to a decade of trauma and abuse from the Infowars host’s followers.
Bernard Pettingill, who was hired by the plaintiffs to study Jones’ net worth, said records show that Jones withdrew $62 million for himself in 2021, when default judgments were issued in lawsuits against him.
“That number represents, in my opinion, a value of a net worth,” Pettingill said. “He’s got money put in a bank account somewhere.”
The money that flows into Jones’ companies eventually funnels its way to him, said Pettingill, who added that he has testified in approximately 1,500 cases during his career.
“He is a very successful man,” Pettingill said, calling Jones a “maverick” and “revolutionary” for finding ways to monetize his online messaging.
While the $4.1 million award Thursday was less than the $150 million the parents sought, it marked the first time Jones has been held financially liable for repeatedly claiming that the deadliest school shooting in U.S. history was a hoax perpetrated to try to bring about tighter gun restrictions.
Mark Bankston, an attorney for parents Neil Heslin and Scarlett Lewis, whose 6-year-old son Jesse was among 20 children and six educators killed in the school attack in Newtown, Connecticut, insisted that the $4.1 million compensation award wasn’t a disappointment and warned that they would be trying to punish Jones in the next phase.
“We aren’t done yet,” Bankston said Thursday. “After tomorrow, he’s going to owe a whole lot more.”
Jones still faces two other defamation lawsuits from Sandy Hook families in Texas and Connecticut that put his personal wealth and media empire in jeopardy.
Jones — who was in the courtroom briefly Friday but left before Pettingill’s testimony — told jurors earlier this week that any award over $2 million would “sink us.” And a week ago, his company Free Speech Systems, which is Infowars’ parent company, filed for federal bankruptcy protection.
Lawyers for the family suing Jones contend that Jones has tried to hide evidence of his true wealth and have sued him claiming he’s tried to hide money in various shell companies.
During his testimony, Jones was confronted with a memo from one of his business managers outlining a single day’s gross revenue of $800,000 from selling vitamin supplements and other products through his website, which would approach nearly $300 million in a year. Jones called it a record sales day.
Jones, who has portrayed the lawsuit as an attack on his First Amendment rights, conceded during the trial that the attack was “100% real” and that he was wrong to have lied about it. But Heslin and Lewis told jurors that an apology wouldn’t suffice and called on them to make Jones pay for the years of suffering he has put them and other Sandy Hook families through.
The parents told jurors about how they’ve endured a decade of trauma, inflicted first by the murder of their son and what followed: gun shots fired at a home, online and phone threats, and harassment on the street by strangers. They said the threats and harassment were all fueled by Jones and his conspiracy theory spread to his followers via his website Infowars.
A forensic psychiatrist testified that the parents suffer from “complex post-traumatic stress disorder” inflicted by ongoing trauma, similar to what might be experienced by a soldier at war or a child abuse victim.
Throughout the trial, Jones has been his typically bombastic self, talking about conspiracies on the witness stand, during impromptu press conferences and on his show. His erratic behavior is unusual by courtroom standards, and the judge has scolded him, telling him at one point: “This is not your show.”
The trial has drawn attention from outside Austin as well.
Bankston told the court Thursday that the U.S. House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol has requested records from Jones’ phone that Jones’ attorneys had mistakenly turned over to the plaintiffs. Bankston later said he planned to comply with the committee’s request.
Last month, the Jan. 6 committee showed graphic and violent text messages and played videos of right-wing figures, including Jones, and others vowing that Jan. 6 would be the day they would fight for Trump.
The committee first subpoenaed Jones in November, demanding a deposition and documents related to his efforts to spread misinformation about the 2020 election and a rally on the day of the attack.
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BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union’s executive arm on Wednesday unveiled a plan to require online platforms to detect and report the sharing of child sex abuse images on the internet, which quickly triggered privacy concerns.
The regulation, which needs to be endorsed by member countries and the EU Parliament, would force companies operating in the EU to detect, report and remove the material.
Voluntary detection is currently the norm and the Commission believes that the system does not adequately protect children since many companies don’t do the identification work.
Reports of online child sexual abuse in the 27-nation bloc have increased from 23,000 in 2010 to more than 1 million in 2020. International police agency Interpol has also reported a surge in the online distribution of sexually explicit images of children during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A similar increase has been noticed globally, with reports of child abuse on the internet rising from 1 million to almost 22 million during 2014-2020 and over 65 million images and videos of children being sexually abused identified.
“Not only is the number of reports growing, but these reports today concern younger children,” said Ylva Johansson, the EU Commissioner for Home Affairs.
“These reports are instrumental to starting investigations and rescuing children from ongoing abuse in real time,” she added. “Detection, reporting and removal of child sexual abuse online is also urgently needed to prevent the sharing of images and videos of the sexual abuse of children, which retraumatizes the victims often years after the sexual abuse has ended.”
In practice, providers will have to assess the risk that their services are misused to spread child pornography material or for grooming, and should propose risk mitigation measures. If the competent authorities in EU countries find there is a risk of abuse after reviewing the risk assessment, they will be able to ask a court to issue a detection order.
The EU Commission is adamant that the new rule would offer strong safeguards for the respect of privacy and personal data, although critics have said the proposal could allow companies to spy on users.
Digital rights group EDRi warned that the proposal appears to call for widespread scanning of private communications and would discourage companies from providing end-to-end encryption services, which scramble messages so they’re unreadable by anyone else and are used by chat apps Signal and WhatsApp. The group fears that tech companies would take the most intrusive measures to avoid legal troubles.
“The European Commission is opening the door for a vast range of authoritarian surveillance tactics,” policy advisor Ella Jakubowska said.
Today, she said, online platforms will scan private messages for child sex abuse content. “But once these methods are out there, what’s stopping governments forcing companies to scan for evidence of dissidence or political opposition tomorrow?”
The Commission said any review would take place anonymously and that steps to identify users would only be taken in the event that potential child abuse has been identified. In addition, the technology used would not allow the extraction of any information other than that necessary to detect the abuse.
“Encryption is an important tool for the protection of cybersecurity and confidentiality of communications,” the Commission added. “At the same time, its use as a secure channel could be abused by criminals to hide their actions, thereby impeding efforts to bring perpetrators of child sexual abuse to justice.”
To help providers better identify abuse, the Commission proposed the creation of an EU Center on Child Sexual Abuse acting as a “hub of expertise.” It would be similar to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, a U.S. nonprofit reference center which helps families and exploited victims.
Under the European Commission’s plans, the center would help coordinate actions among the EU’s 27 nations in the areas of law enforcement, deterrence and assistance for victims of child sex abuse.
During the pandemic, lockdowns imposed to slow down the spread of the coronavirus exacerbated the problem for children, who spent more time online and were more vulnerable to predators. According to the Internet Watch charity, there was a 64% increase in reports of confirmed child sexual abuse in 2021 compared with the previous year.
Germany’s top security official, Nancy Faeser, welcomed Johansson’s proposal but said Germany would now “closely examine the Commission draft and contribute intensively to negotiations in the (European) Council.”
Her spokesman, Maximilian Kall, told reporters in Berlin that “of course we will pay attention to balancing the better and more effective fight against sexualized violence toward children on the one hand and on the other hand civil liberties online.”
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- HOKA Achieves One-Billion Dollar Revenue Milestone on Trailing Twelve Months
- FY 2023 Revenue Growth 10-11% and Operating Margin 17.5-18.0% Guide Reiterated
- FY 2023 EPS Guide Raised to $17.50-$18.35, Reflecting First Quarter Share Repurchase
- Board of Directors Approved Additional Share Repurchase Authorization of $1.2 Billion
GOLETA, Calif., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), a global leader in designing, marketing, and distributing innovative footwear, apparel, and accessories, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2022. The Company also reaffirmed its financial outlook for the full fiscal year ending March 31, 2023.
"Fiscal year 2023 is off to a solid start, with HOKA driving strong growth, propelling the brand to eclipse the billion-dollar milestone over the trailing twelve-month period," said Dave Powers, President and Chief Executive Officer. "The HOKA brand's speed to achieve this feat is exciting, especially as the brand's increasing penetration to our portfolio benefits Deckers' overall quarterly financial and operational performance. In addition, our Board's recent approval of a significantly increased share repurchase authorization shows a great deal of confidence in our long-term strategic plan and the opportunities that lie ahead."
First Quarter Fiscal 2023 Financial Review (Compared to the Same Period Last Year)
- Net sales increased 21.8% to $614.5 million compared to $504.7 million. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 23.5%.
- Wholesale net sales increased 24.7% to $429.4 million compared to $344.3 million.
- Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) net sales increased 15.4% to $185.1 million compared to $160.4 million. Comparable DTC net sales increased 14.9%.
- Domestic net sales increased 14.4% to $384.5 million compared to $336.1 million.
- International net sales increased 36.4% to $229.9 million compared to $168.6 million.
- Gross margin was 48.0% compared to 51.6%.
- Selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses were $238.4 million compared to $198.7 million.
- Operating income was $56.3 million compared to $61.8 million.
- Diluted earnings per share was $1.66 compared to $1.71.
First Quarter Fiscal 2023 Brand Summary (Compared to the Same Period Last Year)
- HOKA® brand net sales increased 54.9% to $330.0 million compared to $213.1 million.
- UGG® brand net sales decreased 2.4% to $207.9 million compared to $213.0 million.
- Teva® brand net sales increased 2.0% to $59.6 million compared to $58.5 million.
- Sanuk® brand net sales decreased 5.9% to $14.2 million compared to $15.0 million.
- Other brands, primarily composed of Koolaburra®, net sales decreased 45.3% to $2.7 million compared to $5.0 million.
Balance Sheet (June 30, 2022 as compared to June 30, 2021)
- Cash and cash equivalents is $695.2 million compared to $956.7 million.
- Inventories, which include amounts in-transit, is $839.5 million compared to $457.7 million.
- The Company has no outstanding borrowings.
Stock Repurchase Program
During the first quarter, the Company repurchased approximately 384 thousand shares of its common stock for a total of $100.0 million at an average price paid per share of $260.12. As of June 30, 2022, the Company had $354.0 million remaining under its stock repurchase authorization.
In addition, the Board of Directors has approved an increase of $1.2 billion to the Company's stock repurchase authorization, which brings the Company's total outstanding authorization to approximately $1.5 billion.
Full Fiscal Year 2023 Outlook for the Twelve Month Period Ending March 31, 2023
The Company's full fiscal year 2023 outlook is forward-looking in nature, reflecting our expectations as of July 28, 2022, and is subject to significant risks and uncertainties that limit our ability to accurately forecast results. This outlook assumes no meaningful changes to the Company's business prospects or risks and uncertainties identified by management that could impact future results, which include but are not limited to: the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business and operations, including supply chain disruptions, constraints and related expenses; labor shortages; changes in economic conditions, inflationary pressures, consumer confidence and discretionary spending; and geopolitical tensions.
- Net sales are still expected to be in the range of $3.45 billion to $3.50 billion.
- Gross margin is still expected to be approximately 51.5%.
- SG&A expenses as a percentage of sales are still projected to be approximately 34%.
- Operating margin is still expected to be in the range of 17.5% to 18.0%.
- Effective tax rate is still expected to be approximately 22% to 23%.
- Diluted earnings per share is now expected to be in the range of $17.50 to $18.35.
- The earnings per share guidance does not assume any impact from additional share repurchases.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In certain instances the Company may present financial measures that were not prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (non-GAAP financial measures), including constant currency, to provide information that may assist investors in understanding its financial results and assessing its prospects for future performance. The Company believes these non-GAAP financial measures are important indicators of its operating performance because they exclude items that are unrelated to, and may not be indicative of, its core operating results.
The non-GAAP financial measures presented by the Company may not necessarily be comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies and may not be appropriate measures for comparing the performance of other companies relative to Deckers. For example, in order to calculate constant currency information, the Company calculates the current period financial information using the foreign currency exchange rates that were in effect during the previous comparable period, excluding the effects of foreign currency exchange rate hedges and remeasurements in the condensed consolidated financial statements. Further, the Company reports comparable DTC sales on a constant currency basis for DTC operations that were open throughout the current and prior reporting periods, and may adjust prior reporting periods to conform to current year accounting policies. These non-GAAP financial measures are not intended to represent, and should not be considered to be more meaningful measures than, or alternatives to, measures of operating performance as determined in accordance with GAAP. To the extent the Company utilizes such non-GAAP financial measures in the future, it expects to calculate them using a consistent method from period to period.
Conference Call Information
The Company's conference call to review the results for the first quarter fiscal year 2023 will be broadcast live today, Thursday, July 28, 2022, at 4:30 pm Eastern Time and hosted at ir.deckers.com. You can access the broadcast by clicking on the link within the "Webcast" box at the top of the page. A replay of the broadcast will be available for at least 30 days following the conference call and can be accessed under the "Quarterly Earnings" section of the "Financials" tab at the aforementioned website.
About Deckers Brands
Deckers Brands is a global leader in designing, marketing, and distributing innovative footwear, apparel, and accessories developed for both everyday casual lifestyle use and high-performance activities. The Company's portfolio of brands includes UGG®, HOKA®, Teva®, Sanuk®, and Koolaburra®. Deckers Brands products are sold in more than 50 countries and territories through select department and specialty stores, Company-owned and operated retail stores, and select online stores, including Company-owned websites. Deckers Brands has over 40 years of history building niche footwear brands into lifestyle market leaders attracting millions of loyal consumers globally. For more information, please visit www.deckers.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which statements are subject to considerable risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include all statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including statements regarding our projected financial results, including net sales, gross margin, SG&A expenses, operating margin, inventories, effective tax rate, and diluted earnings per share; the disruptions and impacts caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on our business and operations; the strength of our brands; our ability to drive future growth and profitability; and our potential repurchase of shares. We have attempted to identify forward-looking statements by using words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expected," "intend," "may," "plan," "predict," "project," "should," "will," or "would," and similar expressions or the negative of these expressions.
Forward-looking statements represent our management's current expectations and predictions about trends affecting our business and industry and are based on information available as of the time such statements are made. Although we do not make forward-looking statements unless we believe we have a reasonable basis for doing so, we cannot guarantee their accuracy or completeness. Forward-looking statements involve numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements predicted, assumed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Some of the risks and uncertainties that may cause our actual results to materially differ from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements are described in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, as well as in our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Any forward-looking statement made by us in this press release is based only on information currently available to us and speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Except as required by applicable law or the listing rules of the New York Stock Exchange, we expressly disclaim any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, whether to conform such statements to actual results or changes in our expectations, or as a result of the availability of new information. In addition, readers are cautioned that we may make future changes to our business and operations in response to the challenges and impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, or in response to other business developments, which changes may be inconsistent with our prior forward-looking statements, and which may not be disclosed in future public announcements.
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Sunday night forecast: Tracking strong to severe thunderstorms Monday after 5pm
Hazards include large hail, damaging winds, flooding and a low risk for a tornado or two
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Winds today have gusted over 40 mph nearly all across Northeast and North-Central Kansas. The winds stay with us tonight keeping temperatures warm in the low to mid 70s overnight. South winds continue to be strong for Memorial Day at 15 to 25 mph gusting to 30mph, a touch slower than today. We continue to track severe weather Monday evening after 5pm beginning in Central and North-Central Kansas before expanding east ending before midnight Monday night.
Tonight: Partly cloudy. Lows in the low to mid 70s. Winds S at 15 to 25 mph, gusting to 40 mph.
Memorial Day: Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 80s. Winds S at 10 t 20 mph, gusting to 30 mph.
Outdoor activities during the day Memorial Day should not be impacted by rain or storms until after 5pm when storms begin to develop in Central and North-Central Kansas. During the day, Memorial Day will be a little windy still with south winds at 15 to 25 mph gusting to 30 mph at times and warm with temperatures in the upper 80s under mostly sunny skies. As the day goes on, be sure and have the 13 Weather App downloaded to stay up to date on the latest trends leading up to Monday’s severe weather risk.
Storms are expected to develop along a dryline in Northern and Central Kansas after 5pm. These storms will strengthen as they expand to the east. Hazards included with these storms is most notably hail, but damaging winds and an isolated tornado are also at play. The severe weather threat begins to drop off after 10pm when a cold front begins to move in from the north. More shower and storm development is expected along the cold front Monday after dark, however, the highest risk for severe weather will be between 5pm and 11pm Monday.
Widespread rain and thunderstorms along the cold front along and north of I-70 Monday night will linger into Tuesday morning before the cold front begins to stall out over Northeast Kansas. Depending on how far south the cold front gets on Tuesday will depend on who sees more rain and thunderstorms Tuesday evening. Right now, the best chances for seeing storms redevelop Tuesday evening lies south and east of the Kansas Turnpike. This round of storms may produce some severe weather with hail, wind and flooding the primary hazards.
Scattered rain chances linger through Wednesday night before we clear the skies Thursday. Temperatures after Tuesday’s front moves all the way through the area should remain in the 70s the rest of the week. Rain and scattered storms chances return to the forecast quickly though with several rounds of rain and storms possible next Saturday into Sunday night.
Taking Action:
- The severe weather threat Monday really doesn’t begin until after 5pm Monday evening and should be gone with before midnight. Large hail is the primary hazard with these storms that develop along the dryline, however damaging winds and even a tornado or two are both possible.
- Heavy rainfall is expected especially south and east of the Kansas Turnpike through Wednesday night. Flooding will likely become a hazard during this timeframe.
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The Next Generation of Sports Data Delivering On the Promise of Richer Insights
LONDON, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Stats Perform, the sports tech leader in data and AI, has announced a new series of advanced football metrics with the introduction of live Opta Vision data feeds for the 2022-23 football season.
Opta Vision represents a new generation of deeper sports data. By combining Stats Perform's industry leading Opta event data with tracking data to create a single, merged dataset, Opta Vision delivers richer performance insights to professional teams and exciting new opportunities for broadcasters and publishers to generate new storylines.
Opta Vision's tracking data includes stadium feeds from camera systems installed at match venues and, for the first time, remote tracking collection from video sources, leveraging cutting-edge computer vision technology.
The merged dataset also utilises Stats Perform's Qwinn AI Intelligence to generate enriched data outputs. New data points and predictive metrics include insights related to dynamic changes in a team's shape during a match; as well as various pass prediction outputs that are trained on millions of data points that consider the movement of attacking and defending players in the moments leading up to a pass.
"We are very excited to be introducing the next generation of Opta data to our customers. By synchronising event and tracking data and then utilising our AI capabilities to generate enriched insights, we will be empowering performance analysis departments at teams, as well as a broadcaster's production team, to identify new performance trends and tell great stories of the game." Nancy Hensley, Chief Product Officer at Stats Perform said.
Other data points being released as part of the initial Opta Vision feed include the detection of pressure intensity for every pass attempted in a match and a new qualifier on passes to indicate when a player completes a line-breaking pass. Both outputs will be available live to customers for several top-flight European Leagues, providing greater context to key events and helping deliver a more precise picture to customers as to what is happening during any given game.
"The use of tracking data has grown over recent years, but the outputs have been limited to simple metrics such as Distance Covered." Jens Melvang, Senior Project Manager at Stats Perform said. "By merging our tracking data with the best event data in football, we're able to deliver accurate and insightful metrics which give a more complete view of what's happening on the pitch."
For further information about Opta Vision, including a detailed breakdown of the new outputs available in the feed, please visit statsperform.com/opta-vision.
About Stats Perform
Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech providing the most trusted sports data and the latest advancements in applying AI and machine learning to deliver better predictions for teams, sportsbooks and a more engaging broadcast, media and fan experience. The company collects the most detailed sports data to create new experiences across sports. Leveraging the richest sports database, Stats Perform enhances sports competition and entertainment through machine learning and computer vision to create advanced predictions and analysis – be that for digital and broadcast media with differentiated storytelling, tech companies with reliable and fast data to power their innovations, sportsbooks with in-play betting and integrity services, or teams with first-of-its-kind AI analysis software. For more information, visit StatsPerform.com
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NEW YORK, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC).
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https://claimyourloss.com/securities/wfc-lawsuit-loss-submission-form/?id=29845&from=4
This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Wells Fargo common stock between February 24, 2021 and June 9, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until August 29, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Wells Fargo & Company issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Wells Fargo had misrepresented its commitment to diversity in the Company's workplace; (ii) Wells Fargo conducted fake job interviews in order to meet its Diverse Search Requirement; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected Wells Fargo to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement action, including criminal charges; (iv) all of the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to negatively impact Wells Fargo's reputation; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
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MIAMI (WFLA) — A Florida rapper was arrested in Miami on charges of eluding law enforcement and recklessly operating a jet ski on Sunday.
According to an arrest affidavit, Nehemiah Harden, 19, also known as “SpotemGottem,” of Jacksonville, was arrested in Miami after an official noticed a jet ski in a restricted speed zone, with posted signs.
Harden is accused of then began doing “S” turns near anchored boats.
The responding official got Harden’s attention, and the official called Harden over for a traffic stop, according to the arrest affidavit.
Harden then accelerated and began serving through boats and swimmers in the area.
The arrest report says the official attempted to stop Harden with lights and sirens, but Harden allegedly continued to flee.
Harden was eventually arrested for the “wanton disregard for the safety of persons and property (boats) at a speed or in a manner as to endanger himself or others,” the report stated.
Harden was charged with eluding a law enforcement officer and reckless operation. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/florida-rapper-arrested-in-miami-jet-ski-chase/ | 2022-06-28T14:08:04Z |
Tiger’s Tale: Woods shoots career-worst 78 at the Masters
By WILL GRAVES
AP Sports Writer
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Tiger Woods struggled to a 6-over 78 during the third round of the Masters. That marks his worst score in 24 trips to Augusta National and leaves him well back of the leaders heading into the final round. Woods struggled with his putter, three-putting four times and four-putting the par-4 fifth hole. The 46-year-old’s limp on his surgically repaired right leg was far more noticeable than it was earlier in the tournament. Woods said he couldn’t get comfortable over the ball and nothing he tried seemed to work. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/09/tigers-tale-woods-shoots-career-worst-78-at-the-masters/ | 2022-04-10T00:08:49Z |
Manhattan man loses $800+ following disability fraud
Published: Jul. 28, 2022 at 10:29 AM CDT|Updated: 32 minutes ago
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Disability fraud has cost one Manhattan man more than $800.
The Riley Co. Police Department says around 11:15 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27, officers were called to the 400 block of Laramie St. in Manhattan with reports of fraud.
Officers said a 30-year-old male reported that a 26-year-old woman that he knew transferred his disability money into her own account.
RCPD noted that the man lost about $840 in the transaction.
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CHEVY CHASE, Md., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FCP® and VaultCap Partners (VaultCap) announce the acquisition of Huntington Meadows apartments, a 200-unit multifamily property at 7000 Decker Lane in Austin, Texas. Huntington Meadows is the first acquisition in Austin for both FCP and VaultCap and was sourced through an off-market opportunity based on an existing relationship. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
"Huntington Meadows provided FCP with an excellent opportunity to enter the Austin market with a well-located affordable property in a quickly growing submarket with limited supply," said FCP's Cole Kellogg. "Huntington Meadows will be our third investment alongside VaultCap. Our commitment to and experience with a large portfolio of affordable and moderate-income properties provided us with the background to get TDHCA approval to operate this mixed affordable asset." Huntington Meadows is the 18th multifamily investment for FCP in Texas over the last 4 years.
"Mark (Christ) and I are incredibly excited to continue our FCP relationship with the Huntington Meadows acquisition. To be able to enter the Austin market with an asset of this quality and attractive basis is a real boon for our firm," said VaultCap Partners' Ryan Heddleston.
Huntington Meadows provides residents with excellent access to major Austin highways including I-35, I-183, and I-13 with connections to major employers Tesla, Austin-Bergstrom Airport, NXP Semiconductors, and the Decker Lane Industrial area. The community is proximate to restaurants, retail, and service providers with immediate adjacency to the 208-acre Colony Park redevelopment that will result in up to 3,000 homes, grocery-anchored commercial and retail space, and a transit center with the potential for a MetroRail station to connect to downtown Austin.
FCP and VaultCap extend their appreciation to Wes Racht, Bard Hoover and Nick Fluellen of Marcus & Millichap for their representation of the seller.
About FCP
FCP® is a privately held real estate investment company that has invested in or financed more than $9.3 billion in assets since its founding in 1999. FCP invests directly and with operating partners in commercial and residential assets. The firm makes equity and mezzanine investments in income-producing and development properties. Based in Chevy Chase, MD, FCP invests both its commingled, discretionary funds and separate accounts targeted at major real estate markets in the United States. For further information on FCP, please visit www.fcpdc.com.
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VaultCap Partners is a private real estate investment company based in Dallas, TX. VaultCap invests in multifamily real estate across Texas through opportunistic, value-add, and core strategies. For further information on VaultCap, please visit www.vaultcap.com.
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PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berger Montague is investigating securities fraud allegations on behalf of investors who purchased the securities TuSimple Holdings, Inc. ("TuSimple" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: TSP) from April 12, 2021 and August 1, 2022 (the "Class Period").
If you purchased the securities of TuSimple during the Class Period, would like to discuss Berger Montague's investigation, or have questions concerning your rights or interests, please contact attorneys Andrew Abramowitz at aabramowitz@bm.net or (215) 875-3015, or Michael Dell'Angelo at mdellangelo@bm.net or (215) 875-3080 or visit: https://investigations.bergermontague.com/tusimple/
Whistleblowers: Anyone with non-public information regarding TuSimple is encouraged to confidentially assist Berger Montague's investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under this program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to thirty percent (30%) of recoveries obtained by the SEC. For more information, contact us.
TuSimple, headquartered in San Diego, purports to develop autonomous technology specifically designed for semi-trucks in the United States and internationally. It is developing a line of purpose-built Level 4 ("L4") autonomous semi-trucks for the North American market.
On August 1, 2022, the Wall Street Journal published an article entitled "Self-Driving Truck Accident Draws Attention to Safety at TuSimple," which brought to light a number of previously undisclosed concerns that undermined Defendants' representations and omissions concerning the Company's safety. The article referenced an April 6, 2022 accident involving a truck fitted with TuSimple's autonomous driving technology, and reported that, among other things, "[t]he accident… underscores concerns that the autonomous-trucking company is risking safety on public roads in a rush to deliver driverless trucks to market, according to independent analysts and more than a dozen of the company's former employees."
On this news, TuSimple's shares fell $0.97 per share, or nearly 10%, from a closing price of $9.96 per share on July 29, 2022 to a closing price of $8.99 per share on August 1, 2022.
Berger Montague, with offices in Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Washington, D.C., and San Diego, has been a pioneer in securities class action litigation since its founding in 1970. Berger Montague has represented individual and institutional investors for over five decades and serves as lead counsel in courts throughout the United States.
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THUNDER BAY, ON, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Clean Air Metals Inc. ("Clean Air Metals" or the "Company") (TSXV: AIR) (FRA: CKU) (OTCQB: CLRMF) is pleased to announce new assay results from the 2022 drill campaign from both the Escape and Current PGE-Cu-Ni Deposits at the Company's Thunder Bay North Project near Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada (the "Project").
New assay highlights from the Escape South deposit area includes (Table 1):
- Infill Hole ELR22-140 which intersected 70.5m grading 1.18g/t Platinum (Pt), 1.52g/t Palladium (Pd), 0.54% Copper (Cu) and 0.31% Nickel (Ni) from 341.0m-411.5m downhole, including 14.0m grading 2.65g/t Pt, 3.46 g/t Pd, 1.28% Cu and 0.72% Ni from 392.0-406.0m downhole and increases the known dimensions of the Escape South High Grade Zone ("HGZ").
- Infill Hole ELR22-143 which intersected 60.0m grading 2.05g/t Platinum (Pt), 2.74g/t Palladium (Pd), 1.01% Copper (Cu) and 0.51% Nickel (Ni) from 373.0m-433.0m downhole including 20.7m grading 3.90 g/t Platinum (Pt), 5.36g/t Palladium (Pd), 1.97% Copper (Cu) and 0.97% Nickel (Ni) from 402.0-422.7.0m downhole (Figure 1) and increases the known dimensions of the Escape South HGZ.
Pursuant to the PEA mine plan reported January 12, 2022, initial production on the Escape Deposit commences at Year 4.5 of the Life of Mine on the Escape South HGZ on 2,323,948 tonnes grading 9.99g/t PtEq insitu. The Escape Deposit has now undergone an additional 55,651m of expansion drilling in 2021 and 2022 not yet included in the project mineral resource. This additional drilling has established continuity between the Escape South HGZ and the Escape North Zone and may add materially to the total Thunder Bay North Project Indicated insitu mineral resource (effective November 1, 2021) including the Current Deposit, averaging 8.12 g/t PtEq in 14,553,324 million tonnes insitu (reported December 1, 2021).
New assay highlights from the Current deposit area includes (Table 2):
- Infill Hole CL22-043 which intersected 25.0m grading 2.01g/t Platinum (Pt), 2.57g/t Palladium (Pd), 0.94% Copper (Cu) and 0.52% Nickel (Ni) from 325.7m-373.0m downhole including 8.0m grading 3.08 g/t Platinum (Pt), 2.97g/t Palladium (Pd), 0.63% Copper (Cu) and 0.39% Nickel (Ni) from 147.0-155.0m downhole (Figure 2) and which improves the grade profile of the Beaver Lake Zone down plunge from the main PEA production areas.
Pursuant to the PEA mine plan reported January 12, 2022, the first 3.7 years of mining at Current Deposit on 4,835,410 tonnes of material insitu averages 4.49g/t 4E PGE or 10.04g/t PtEq insitu at Lower Current and Bridge Zones, immediately up plunge from the Beaver Lake Zone.
Mineral resource endowment and platinum-equivalents are quoted pursuant to the Technical Report and Mineral Resource Estimate for the Thunder Bay North Project, Thunder Bay, Ontario, with an effective date of January 20, 2021 (the "Technical Report"). The Technical Report was posted to SEDAR on March 4, 2021 and prepared by Nordmin Engineering Ltd.- QP Glen Kuntz, P.Geo. Ontario. Nordmin as QP utilized 2-year trailing average metal price assumptions[1] for the updated mineral resource as a basis for the Preliminary Economic Assessment (the "PEA") reported on December 1, 2021 and filed January 12, 2022.
The Company again states that DRA AMERICAS INC ("DRA") is the successful bid under a request for proposal (RFP) for Pre-feasibility Metallurgical Testing and Process Plant Design for the Thunder Bay North Project. The DRA team has reviewed the existing and historical metallurgical testing results and marketing studies culminating in the Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) by Nordmin Engineering, the technical report of which was filed on SEDAR on January 12, 2022. DRA will leverage existing knowledge on standard crush, grind, flotation process design and smelter payabilities into the next phase of testing and metallurgical optimization, including amenability to hydrometallurgical recoveries of the main platinum, palladium, copper, nickel commodity suite with rhodium, cobalt, gold and silver byproducts.
The Company announced a comprehensive mine plan and cashflow model for both the Escape Deposit and Current Deposit as part of a PEA for the Current and Escape PGE-Cu-Ni Deposits of the Thunder Bay North Project on December 1, 2021. The related Technical Report was filed on SEDAR on January 12, 2022 https://cleanairmetals.ca/site/assets/files/5750/21015-01-pfs-0000_ni_43_101_pea_12jan2022.pdf
Table 1: New Insitu Assay Results Update – Escape South Sail-Zone Extension (Figure 1)
Table 2: New Insitu Assay Results Update – Current Deposit - Upper Beaver Lake Zone (Figure 2)
Abraham Drost, CEO of Clean Air Metals stated that "the Escape and Current deposits continue to perform. Potential peer leading mining head grades and proximity to infrastructure near the City of Thunder Bay and support of the affected First Nation and Metis communities for this sustainable green energy metal mix position the project well. These factors combined with DRA's work targeted on improving ore payabilities are critical to success of the project.
This infill drilling on the margins and extension of the Escape South High Grade Zone (HGZ) and Upper Beaver Lake Zone of the Current Deposit continues to deliver strong results. The Lower Current and Bridge Zones of the Current Deposit may be accessed 70m below surface and provide a strong start to mining at the Thunder Bay North Project, pursuant to the PEA mine plan. The Escape South High Grade Zone (>5g/t Pt+Pd) is identified as a high value potential mining area at the base of the Escape Deposit contributing feed to the mill at Year 4.5 of the PEA mine plan, pursuant to the recently delivered PEA technical report filed January 12, 2022."
Figure 1: New Drill Hole Intercepts in the Escape Deposit Area
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Figure 2: New Drill Hole Intercepts in the Current Deposit Area
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Clean Air Metals continued to apply COVID-19 avoidance and personal protection measures for its geological staff, drilling contractor and service suppliers. Personnel are required to self-monitor and self-isolate or elect to work from home. The Company closely follows Ontario Provincial Government COVID guidelines.
Dr. Geoff Heggie, Ph.D., P.Geo., a Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101 and Vice President - Exploration for the Company, has reviewed and approved all technical information in this press release.
Clean Air Metals uses ALS Global ("ALS"), a well-established and recognized mineral assay and geochemical analytical services company. The Thunder Bay laboratory holds ISO-9000 accreditation; the Vancouver facility holds ISO-17025 registration.
All NQ-sized drill core is cut with a diamond-tipped saw blade with half of the core submitted to ALS for sample preparation and analysis. Core samples from selected intervals are individually bagged and tagged, gathered up in larger sealed poly bags and shipped to the sample prep facility in Thunder Bay, ON under custody of Clean Air Metals' personnel at all times. Sample preparation is completed at the ALS sample preparation facility located in Thunder Bay, ON and analysis is completed at the primary ALS assay laboratory located in Vancouver, B.C.
Clean Air Metals follows a documented quality control procedure for its core assay sampling program consisting of the insertion of blind blanks, duplicates, and certified Palladium-Platinum and Copper-Nickel standards into the sample stream. The insertion procedure results in a minimum of 11% to 12% control sample frequency depending on the length of the sampled interval.
Gold, platinum, and palladium are analyzed using fire assay (FA) with an inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) finish. Samples with grades above the optimal ICP-MS detection limits are analyzed using an optical emission spectroscopy method (ICP-OES).
Also, thirty-three (33) elements of each sample, including copper, nickel, silver, chromium, cobalt, and sulphur, are analyzed by a multi-element analytical method using the atomic emission spectroscopy (ICP-AES) technique following four-acid digestion of the sample. When samples have grades above the optimal detection limits for this analytical method, they are re-analyzed using a high-grade method consisting of either ICP-AES or atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS) techniques.
Clean Air Metals Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary Panoramic PGMs (Canada) Ltd. acknowledge that the Thunder Bay North Project is on the traditional territories of the Fort William First Nation, Red Rock Indian Band and Biinjitiwabik Zaaging Anishinabek. The parties together are the Cooperating Participants in a Memorandum of Agreement dated January 9, 2021 (press release January 11, 2021) and Exploration Agreement signed April 13, 2022 (press release April 14, 2022).
The Company appreciates the opportunity to work in these territories and remains committed to the recognition and respect of those who have lived, traveled, and gathered on the lands since time immemorial. Clean Air Metals is committed to stewarding Indigenous heritage and remains committed to building, fostering and encouraging a respectful relationship with First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples based upon principles of mutual trust, respect, reciprocity and collaboration in the spirit of reconciliation.
Clean Air Metals' flagship asset is the 100% owned, high grade Thunder Bay North Project, a platinum, palladium, copper, nickel project located near the City of Thunder Bay, Ontario and the Lac des Iles Mine owned by Impala Platinum. The Thunder Bay North Project hosts the twin magma conduit bodies which host the Current and Escape deposits forming the basis for a robust preliminary economic assessment PEA) filed January 12, 2002. The PEA of a ramp access underground mine and on-site 3600tpd milling complex and the 2-year trailing average price deck, features a pretax NPV5 of C$425m and an IRR of 31% on initial capital of $378m over a 10-year mine life.
Executive Chair Jim Gallagher and CEO Abraham Drost lead an experienced technical team who are using the Norilsk magma conduit stratigraphic and mineral deposit model to guide ongoing exploration and development feasibility studies for a low-carbon, all-electric sustainable mining operation at Thunder Bay North. As the former CEO of North American Palladium Ltd. which owned the Lac des Iles Mine prior to the sale to Impala Platinum in December 2019, Jim Gallagher and team are credited with the mine turnaround and creation of significant value for shareholders.
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"Abraham Drost"
Abraham Drost, Chief Executive Officer of Clean Air Metals Inc.
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The information contained herein contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, including statements regarding the potential of the Thunder Bay North Project and the Escape and Current deposits and timing of technical studies including prefeasibility studies and updated mineral resource estimates. Forward-looking statements relate to information that is based on assumptions of management, forecasts of future results, and estimates of amounts not yet determinable. Any statements that express predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance are not statements of historical fact and may be "forward-looking statements." Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation: political and regulatory risks associated with mining and exploration; risks related to the maintenance of stock exchange listings; risks related to environmental regulation and liability; the potential for delays in exploration or development activities or the completion of feasibility studies; the uncertainty of profitability; risks and uncertainties relating to the interpretation of drill results, the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits; risks related to the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses; results of prefeasibility and feasibility studies, and the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; risks related to commodity price fluctuations; and other risks and uncertainties related to the Company's prospects, properties and business detailed elsewhere in the Company's disclosure record. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned against attributing undue certainty to forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and the Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Actual events or results could differ materially from the Company's expectations or projection.
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PITTSBURGH, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there could be a better way for a security gatekeeper to read a temperature scan in bright sunlight," said an inventor, from Richmond, Va., "so I invented the SCANNER TOP. My design would ensure that the display screen is visible for safe and efficient checking during the pandemic."
The patent-pending invention provides an effective way to shield the display screen on a temperature scanning gun from the sun. In doing so, it increases the visibility of the screen. It also helps to protect against heat and it can be used outdoors or in other bright light situations. The invention features a practical design that is easy to apply and use so it is ideal for hospitals, stores, banks, schools, etc. Additionally, a prototype model is available upon request.
The original design was submitted to the Richmond sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-RKH-251, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Applications for the 2022 enrichEd® Classroom grant program will be accepted from August 22 through September 16.
US Eagle Foundation's enrichEd® program is in its fourth year. It is designed to support New Mexico public and charter school teachers by providing educators with $1,000 each for educational resources and classroom activities. The program addresses challenges New Mexico currently faces in terms of funding, resources, and innovation. Through this initiative, local schools are able to implement projects that excite curiosity and motivate children to learn.
New Mexico ranks next to last in public education nearly every year. "Teachers spend their own money in the classroom, trying to prevent students from falling behind. As leaders in our community, we feel compelled to step up and support them," said US Eagle Federal Credit Union President/CEO Marsha Majors.
The enrichEd® Classroom Grant can be used for books, technology, equipment, school supplies, and other items to enrich the classroom experience. "We don't want to limit their creativity; we want to encourage new ways of learning."
"We have received incredibly creative submissions in the past few years and are excited to learn about all the innovative projects they come up with this year," said US Eagle Foundation's Executive Director Nadine Buerger.
Visit our blog to read about the 2021 awardees and their projects.
Applications are being accepted from August 22 to September 16. Recipients will be announced the week of October 3.
To learn more about the program or to apply, please visit http://www.enrich.education
U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union is the state's first member-owned credit union. Founded in 1935, U.S. Eagle offers a full suite of financial products and services and has nine locations in Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Farmington, and Santa Fe. With assets of more than $1.5 billion, more than 85,000 members, and as a four-time Forbes Best-In-State Credit Union award recipient, U.S. Eagle is where people mean more.®
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Fraser Bullock, who leads Salt Lake City’s bid to return the Winter Olympics to Utah, sounds very confident about success.
“I believe we’ll host a future Game(s). It’s a question of when,” he said last week in a local television interview.
But will it be in 2030, the first opening on the IOC calendar? Or might the International Olympic Committee make a double award and also name the 2034 host? When it had two strong candidates 4 1/2 years ago for the Summer Games, the IOC selected Paris for the 2024 Olympics and Los Angeles for 2028.
The IOC isn’t saying. An announcement is expected early next year, with media reports in Salt Lake City suggesting a decision in May 2023.
“I’ve obviously got my fingers crossed for 2030, but whenever we’re asked to host them, we’ll be ready,” Bullock told the Deseret News in Utah.
The Associated Press requested an interview with Bullock but was told he was talking only to local media. Bullock was the No. 2 to Mitt Romney when Salt Lake City hosted the 2002 Games.
Under its revised but opaque bid process, the IOC appears to have four possible candidates. Three have held Winter Olympics before: Sapporo (1972), Salt Lake City (2002), and Vancouver (2010). There is also interest from Barcelona, which held the 1992 Summer Games and could propose a bid with regions in the Pyrenees.
An IOC “technical team” was in Salt Lake City last week inspecting venues, and is in Vancouver this week. Meanwhile, a similar visit to Spain is reported to have been delayed.
Sapporo is not known to have a technical visit lined up, but a Japanese bid would have to be among the favorites after officially spending $13.6 billion to organize the one-year delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympics. At least 60% was public money and probably more, with government audits showing Olympics costs were higher than reported.
A study by the University of Oxford says Tokyo was the most expensive Olympics on record.
Sapporo has organized an “All Japan” conference next week, led by former Prime Minister Taro Aso to promote the bid and showcase the backing of government and Japanese business.
Salt Lake City puts the cost of the Games at $2.2 billion, and Sapporo has a similar figure — $2.4 billion to $2.6 billion. However, Olympic expenditures typically overrun estimates, and accurately predicting costs a decade from now is impossible.
The Winter Games have become a tough sell for the IOC. The choice for 2022 came down to Almaty, Kazakhstan, and Beijing after a half-dozen European candidates dropped out after failed public referendums, or fears about costs.
Neither Sapporo nor Salt Lake City will hold referendums. Sapporo Mayor Katsuhiro Akimoto has said surveys of 10,000 people — online, on-street and by post — show support at between 52% and 65%, Akimoto has given no details of the methodology or the reliability of the surveys.
The Vancouver council last month declined to put a referendum on the ballot for an October municipal election. Vancouver’s proposal is being called the first “Indigenous-led” bid for an Olympics, with First Nations people of Canada planning a feasibility study.
Mark Conrad, who teaches sports law and ethics at Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business, told the AP that a joint award seemed possible. He is not involved in the process and watches an an outsider.
“Salt Lake City facilities remain from 2002 and are used, and in good shape,” Conrad said, also noting strong public support for the bid. “But the IOC owes Japan big-time and I believe that many facilities may be there or shared via Nagano.”
Nagano held the 1998 Winter Olympics and paid off the debt from those Games several years ago.
With the Summer Olympics in Los Angeles in 2028, it would be unusual for the IOC to stay in the United States for the 2030 Winter Games. However, if sponsorship is strong, it might change course. The IOC also generates much of its broadcast revenue from North America.
IOC President Thomas Bach, who leaves office in 2025, might also prefer to leave the awarding of 2034 to his successor.
The 2030 and 2034 Winter Olympics are the only Games open on the immediate Olympic calendar. Paris, Los Angeles and Brisbane, Australia, are lined up for the next three Summer Olympics.
Italy’s Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo will hold the 2026 Winter Olympics.
The IOC has tried to streamline its bid process, partially because of bribery scandals linked to the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, and Tokyo in 2019that forced the resignation of IOC member Tsunekazu Takeda.
A bribery scandal also soiled the selection of Salt Lake City.
The host-city selection has been largely taken out of the hands of rank-and-file IOC members who will be asked to rubber-stamp the recommendation of the IOC’s executive board.
The IOC technical team in Salt Lake City was not made available to the media, and members’ names were not disclosed. Members of the technical team were not believed to be IOC members. The IOC said that members who are on the Future Host Commission were not “on-site.”
“The IOC meets regularly, in person or virtually, with interested parties and potential hosts of the Olympic Games and Olympic Winter Games,” the IOC said in a statement. “The IOC respects the confidentiality of all these discussions.”
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Associated Press Writer Yuri Kageyama in Tokyo contributed to this report.
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(Motor Authority) — Hot on the heels of the announcement the U.S. Army selected startup company Canoo for the supply of an electric vehicle to be used for evaluation purposes, we have news GM Defense will also supply the Army with a vehicle powered solely by electricity.
GM Defense, General Motors’ division responsible for military products, said on Wednesday it will supply the GMC Hummer EV in response to the Army’s request for a light-to-heavy duty EV that can be used in operational and garrison environments.
The request is part of the Army’s strategy to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. The Army is also evaluating vehicles powered by hydrogen fuel cells, with GM Defense having previously supplied a Chevrolet Colorado concept vehicle equipped with a fuel cell.
Hummer as a brand was originally established in 1992 to offer a civilian version of the Humvee originally developed for the military by AM General, but this time it’s the other way around, with a vehicle originally developed for civilian use being supplied to the military.
GM Defense hasn’t said whether it will supply a standard Hummer EV, or one specially built for military applications, as was the case with the fuel-cell-equipped Colorado concept.
The standard Hummer EV certainly provides all the performance necessary for a military vehicle, assuming charging infrastructure is available. The top-of-the-range model delivers 1,000 hp, a 0-60 mph time of three seconds, and a battery good for 329 miles of range and high-speed charging at up to 350 kilowatts. The high kw rating means 100 miles of range can be added in just 10 minutes of charging. | https://cw33.com/automotive/us-army-to-sample-gmc-hummer-ev-in-quest-to-reduce-reliance-on-fossil-fuels/ | 2022-08-24T00:19:20Z |
Which garden tool organizer is best?
Whether you care for lush acres of fruits and vegetables or tend a small herb garden on a balcony, time in the garden is well spent. Because most people lead busy lives with other demands, the last thing you want to do is waste your precious time searching for the tools you need scattered across your garage or elsewhere. The best garden tool organizer keeps everything neat, tidy and close at hand.
For a garden tool organizer that will last a lifetime, consider the StoreYourBoard Tool Storage Rack. Wall-mounted and made from stainless steel, it holds every type of garden tool you can throw at it.
What to know before you buy a garden tool organizer
Portable vs. fixed tool organizer
A garden tool organizer can be either portable or fixed. Portable organizers that hold long-handled tools come with large wheels that are nimble on varied terrain. For hand tools, it’s easy to bring what you need to the garden in a canvas bag or tote with multiple pockets and lots of storage for seeds, vegetable labels and other gardening paraphernalia.
If you don’t need to transport tools to the garden itself, a fixed tool organizer might be the best choice. These sturdy racks stand on their own or attach securely to a wall.
Type of tool
Another important consideration is the type of tool you need to organize.
- Short-handled tools: Balcony container gardens don’t generally require long-handled tools, so a small caddy or canvas tote might work best.
- Long-handled-tools: Long-handled tools need a different type of organization to protect padded handles from damage.
- Hybrid: Some organizers also accommodate short-handled tools with small hooks or slots plus wells for larger tools.
Overall need
For gardeners with just one or two tools, it may not make sense to purchase a garden tool organizer. A few tools may be safely stowed in a closet or leaned against the interior wall of a garage.
If your tools are piling up and wearing down from improper storage, a dedicated space can keep them in better shape.
What to look for in a quality garden tool organizer
Adaptability
As your garden grows, your garden tool needs may change. Organizers with moveable clips or mounts or multiple pockets let your organizer grow with you.
Ease of assembly and use
Totes and caddies are generally usable right out of the box, but other garden tool organizers require some assembly. They should not, however, require an advanced degree to put together. Look for detailed instructions and organizers that don’t require tools beyond a screwdriver or Allen wrench.
Durability
You’ll need something to stand up to the elements and vigorous use. Durable organizers can take a lot of use and abuse without cracking or breaking.
How much you can expect to spend on a garden tool organizer
The price varies depending on the size, type and material of the organizer you select. Expect to spend $25-$100.
Garden tool organizer FAQ
How do garden tool organizers preserve the life of tools?
A. Purchasing a full set of gardening tools can be an expensive endeavor. The last thing you want is to watch them rust slowly into the dirt or receive splinters from their weather-worn, cracked handles.
Garden tool organizers keep tools off the ground, away from not just the elements but also from pests that like to munch on padded handles. Properly storing your tools means they won’t bang against each other, too, which can cause nicks and cracks in blades and handles.
Finally, garden tool organizers keep tools clean. This prevents any pests or diseases from spreading to other tools or a different area of your garden.
Where do you hang a wall-mounted organizer?
A. A garden tool organizer should come with a specific set of instructions for that particular model. Generally, hanging wall-mounted organizers with enough space between the bottom of the tool on the ground so that if there is flooding in the storage area the tools will not be wet.
However, be certain that you don’t hang them so high that it’s difficult to access the tools or put them away. Have an assistant help you decide which height is best.
What’s the best garden tool organizer to buy?
Top garden tool organizer
StoreYourBoard Tool Storage Rack
What you need to know: If you need a heavy-duty organizer for every garden tool — including power tools — this one’s for you.
What you’ll love: Its four large and two small attachments hold up to 300 pounds of garden and yard tools. It’s made of heavy-duty steel and mounts to the wall to free up storage space on the floor.
What you should consider: It’s expensive and is heavy (over 10 pounds).
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top garden tool organizer for the money
Picnic at Ascot Garden Tote With Tools
What you need to know: This is the perfect solution for people who need both tools and organizer.
What you’ll love: The 600-denier canvas resists rips and tears. Plenty of pockets hold multiple tools. The base is sturdy and supports the sides when they are loaded up. This comes with three stainless steel hand tools. It also has a lifetime warranty.
What you should consider: There are no pockets on one side, and you’ll need to find another place to store long-handled tools.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Rubbermaid Garage Tool Tower Rack
What you need to know: This works best for avid gardeners who need storage space for up to 40 long-handled tools.
What you’ll love: It assembles easily without tools. Even though it’s not technically portable, casters make moving it around on a smooth surface easier. Tools nestle into a grid at the base of the organizer, and it can also hold short-handled tools.
What you should consider: The long handles can still become tangled.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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One of the New Kids on the Block is newly off the market.
Jonathan Knight, one-fifth of the New England-based boy band, revealed he recently married his longtime partner Harley Rodriguez in a new interview with "Entertainment Tonight."
One of the New Kids on the Block is newly off the market.
Jonathan Knight, one-fifth of the New England-based boy band, revealed he recently married his longtime partner Harley Rodriguez in a new interview with "Entertainment Tonight."
Knight initially played coy when "ET" host Lauren Zima asked him if he and Rodriguez had married after Knight called Rodriguez his husband.
"We may have, we may not have," the "Step by Step" singer said with a smile, although Zima later pointed out that he was wearing a flashy wedding ring.
Eventually, Knight admitted to Zima that the two had wed. The couple have been together since 2008 and became engaged in 2016, according to People, and even competed together on the 26th season of "The Amazing Race."
Knight told People last year that he considered eloping with Rodriguez after Covid-19 halted their wedding plans.
The pair is based in Massachusetts, where they film the HGTV series "Farmhouse Fixer." On the series, Knight renovates farmhouse-style homes for clients that have included his mother and extended family, he told "ET."
Knight recently returned from a New Kids on the Block tour with support from contemporaries like Salt-n-Pepa, Rick Astley and En Vogue.
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Parents swap, sell baby formula; Biden to talk to businesses
By JOSH BOAK and PAT EATON-ROBB
ASSOCIATED PRESS
WASHINGTON (AP) — A baby formula shortage in the United States is driving parents to swap, sell and offer leftover supplies to each other, while President Joe Biden plans to speak with manufacturers and retailers Thursday about the plight facing families.
The problem is the result of supply chain disruptions and a safety recall, and has had a cascade of effects: Retailers are limiting what customers can buy, and doctors and health workers are urging parents to contact food banks or physicians’ offices, in addition to warning against watering down formula to stretch supplies or using online DIY recipes.
The shortage is weighing particularly on lower-income families after the recall by formula maker Abbott stemming from contamination concerns. That recall wiped out many brands covered by WIC, a federal program like food stamps that serves mothers, infants and children, though the program now permits brand substitutes.
Jennifer Kersey, 36 of Cheshire, Connecticut, said she was down to her last can of formula for her 7-month old son, Blake Kersey Jr., before someone saw her post on a Facebook group and came by with a few sample cans.
“At first I was starting to panic,” she said. “But, I’m a believer in the Lord, so I said, ’God, I know you’re going to provide for me and I just started reaching out to people, ‘Hey do you have this formula?’
She said she and others in the group are helping each other, finding stores which may have the formula in stock and getting formula to mothers who need it.
“If someone offers me and says, ‘I have these three,’ I’ll say ’I’ll take the purple can and then put the other ones on that website. I’m not going to hoarder stuff. I’m making sure that everybody has.”
In Washington, White House assistant press secretary Kevin Munoz said on Twitter that the administration will also announce “additional actions” to address the formula shortage.
Shortages of basic goods have been a problem since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in early 2020. Access to medical supplies, computer chips, household appliances, autos and other goods has been hurt by closed factories and outbreaks of the virus, as well as storms and other climate-related events.
A safety recall compounded the challenges regarding baby formula.
The Food and Drug Administration warned consumers on Feb. 17 to avoid some powdered baby formula products from a Sturgis, Michigan, facility run by Abbott Nutrition, which then initiated a voluntary recall. According to findings released in March by federal safety inspectors, Abbott failed to maintain sanitary conditions and procedures at the plant.
On Tuesday, the FDA said it was working with U.S. manufacturers to increase their output and streamlining paperwork to allow more imports. The agency noted that supply chain issues associated with the pandemic were part of the problem and that consumers bought more baby formula in April than in the month before the recall.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said this week that the FDA was “working around the clock to address any possible shortages.”
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Constructed four generations ago, the massive rock and clay dam at El Capitan Reservoir is capable of storing over 36 billion gallons of water, enough to supply every resident in San Diego for most of a year.
Today, it's three-quarters empty, intentionally kept low because of concerns it could fail under the strain of too much water.
During "a big earthquake, you never know what's going to happen, if this is going to hold," said Samuel Santos, a longtime resident who frequently fishes near the dam.
Seismic instability and a spillway in need of "significant repair" led El Capitan to be added to a growing list of dams rated in poor condition or worse that would likely cause deaths downstream if they failed.
An Associated Press analysis tallied more than 2,200 high-hazard dams in poor or unsatisfactory condition across the U.S. — up substantially from a similar AP review conducted three years ago. The actual number is likely even higher, although it's unclear because some states don't track such data and many federal agencies refuse to release details about their dams' conditions.
The nation's dams are on average over a half-century old and often present more of a hazard than envisioned when designed because homes, businesses or highways have cropped up below them. Meanwhile, a warming atmosphere can bring stronger storms with heavier rainfall that could overwhelm aging dams.
"All of a sudden, you've got older dams with a lower design criteria that now can potentially cause loss of life if they fail," said Del Shannon, an engineer who is president of the U.S. Society on Dams.
"The number of deficient, high-hazard dams is increasing," he said, adding that without investment in upgrades, that number will continue to rise.
Decades of deferred maintenance has worsened the problem. But a changing climate and extreme floods — such as the one that caused the failure of two Michigan dams and the evacuation of 10,000 people in 2020 — have brought a renewed focus to an often overlooked aspect of America's critical infrastructure.
The $1 trillion infrastructure bill signed last year by President Joe Biden will pump about $3 billion into dam-related projects, including hundreds of millions for state dam safety programs and repairs.
It marks "a tremendous leap and jump of funding," said Kayed Lakhia, director of the National Dam Safety Program at the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Yet it's still just a fraction of the nearly $76 billion needed to fix the almost 89,000 dams owned by individuals, companies, community associations, state and local governments, and other entities besides the federal government, according to a report by the Association of State Dam Safety Officials.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lists about 92,000 dams in its nationwide database, most of which are privately owned and regulated by states. Dams are classified according to the risk posed by failure, ranging from low to significant to high. A high hazard means lives could be lost if the dam fails.
Dams also are assessed by their condition. Those in the worst shape — categorized as poor or unsatisfactory — can have a variety of problems including cracks and erosion that could undermine a dam, or spillway outlets unable to release all the water after extraordinary rainfall.
The number of high-hazard dams in poor or unsatisfactory condition has risen partly because of stricter regulation. Some state programs, infused with millions of additional dollars, have stepped up inspections, reassessed whether old dams endanger new downstream developments and worked to identify dams long ago abandoned by their owners. Some also are updating the precipitation tools used to evaluate the risks.
New York has about twice the number of high-hazard dams in poor condition as it did in 2018, when the AP collected data for its earlier analysis. The increase came as officials pushed to assess all high-hazard dams that were previously unrated.
The number of high-hazard dams in deficient condition in South Carolina rose by a third from 2018 to 2021, after lawmakers more than doubled annual funding for the state's dam safety program. More than 70 dams failed in the state amid heavy rains in 2015 and 2016. Since then, South Carolina has ramped up staffing, undertaken more regular inspections and begun mapping potential flood zones for low-hazard dams to determine if they should be reclassified as high hazard.
"When you had a storm of that magnitude and you have it happen again the next year, and dams continue to fail, we've got to be able to provide a response," said Jill Stewart, the state's director of dam safety and stormwater permitting.
Rhode Island examined the capacity of all its dam spillways after five dams failed during a storm in 2010. A 2019 study found that a quarter of its high-hazard dams couldn't hold up to a 100-year storm — an event with a 1% chance of happening any year — and 17% couldn't pass a 500-year storm, which has a 0.2% chance of occurring in a year.
The state was sharing the findings with dam owners and could require some to upgrade their spillways to meet state regulations.
Many old dams "are undersized for the kind of storms that we're getting today and will be getting in the future," said David Chopy, administrator of the Office of Compliance and Inspection at the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management.
Since 2019, California regulators have downgraded four of San Diego's water supply dams from fair to poor condition because of deterioration and concerns they could fail because of an earthquake or extraordinary rainfall. As a result, the high-hazard dams at El Capitan, Hodges and Morena reservoirs all are restricted to holding less than half their capacities. The dam at Lower Otay Reservoir, also high hazard and in poor condition, is not restricted.
The lower water means Santos, who has been coming to El Capitan Reservoir since childhood, can't find relief from shade trees when he fishes from the receding banks. His children don't want to join him because it's so hot.
"It's sad to see it, because it's just like a duck pond compared to what it used to be," said another longtime resident, Bob Neal, who said his father-in-law helped build the dam in the 1930s.
The dam's poor condition also means less water is stored to prepare for drought, which has become particularly severe in the West. San Diego gets an average of just 10 inches of rain annually.
"These reservoirs are very important," said Republican state Sen. Brian Jones, whose district includes the El Capitan and Lake Hodges dams. "We need to start spending the money on them to retrofit them, to get them up again back to full capacity."
Jones is among several lawmakers pushing the state to carry out a 2014 ballot proposition that authorized billions of dollars for reservoir projects. San Diego's mayor also has urged the state to allot at least $3 billion for dam repairs statewide.
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For many dams, problems develop gradually and risks can be reduced by temporary measures, such as lowering water levels, until repairs can be made, said Ryan Stack, chief engineer at Missouri's dam safety program.
"Unsatisfactory doesn't necessarily mean helicopters and bells-and-whistles and everything going off for an immediate crisis," Stack said.
But the risk from old, inadequate dams has become painfully evident in recent years.
In 2019, a rural Nebraska dam failed under extreme pressure from a raging flood of ice chunks, killing a man whose home was beneath the dam. An independent investigation determined that state regulators should have classified the dam as "high hazard," which could have led to a plan to increase its flood capacity and better warn residents downstream. The public utility that owned the dam agreed this year to a $2.5 million settlement for the man's family while a lawsuit continues against the state.
In 2020, central Michigan's Edenville Dam also failed following heavy rainfall. The rupture unleashed a torrent on the Tittabawassee River, leading to the failure of Sanford Dam and damaging two other downstream dams. More than 10,000 people were evacuated.
The high-hazard Edenville Dam, built in 1924, had been rated in unsatisfactory condition in 2018 and lost its federal hydropower license due to a variety of issues, including a spillway incapable of standing up to a severe flood.
An investigatory report released Wednesday found that Edenville dam had deficiencies that could have been been caught and corrected. Rather than blaming any particular person or organization, investigators cited shortcomings in "the overall system for financing, designing, constructing, operating, evaluating, and upgrading the four dams" over nearly 100 years.
After the dam failures, Michigan beefed up its 2022 budget with $19 million for dam safety, plus money to hire more regulatory staff. Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed legislation providing an additional $250 million for dams, including about $200 million to repair those damaged by the 2020 floods.
The plan prioritizes high-risk dams "that can be ticking time bombs if they are not addressed," said state Rep. Roger Hauck, a Republican whose district experienced flooding from the dam failures. "Dragging our feet or failing to get it done will only open the door to other catastrophes down the line."
Other states also are pumping more money into dam safety. After Kansas exempted thousands of dams from state regulation in 2013, its allotment of annual federal dam safety funds plunged, leading to a decline in staffing and delays in handling permits and inspections. A budget passed by the Legislature this year will double state funding and staff for the dam safety office.
Facing a projected 20-year backlog of work, Missouri lawmakers last year added $75,000 to hire an additional dam safety engineer. But it's taken 10 months to find someone qualified to fill the position.
Addressing the problems posed by old, unsafe dams can be challenging. Repairs can be costly and take years to complete. Attempts to remove dams — and empty the lakes they hold back — can spawn legal battles and a public outcry from those who rely on them for recreation or to sustain nearby property values.
A pair of high-hazard dams built in the mid-1800s near Cleveland are among those in need of major repair. Upper Shaker Lake, commonly known as Horseshoe Lake, was drained as a precaution after it developed sinkholes and cracks. The cities of Cleveland Heights and Shaker Heights, which jointly manage the dams, last year approved a $28.3 million plan to remove Horseshoe Lake Dam, return the area to a free-flowing stream and rebuild Lower Shaker Lake Dam.
But the plan faces backlash from community members who formed a nonprofit to try to save Horseshoe Lake. They hired a law firm and engineering company, launched a fundraising drive and gathered about 2,000 online petition signatures.
"The lake is a beautiful, calming feature that is the central park of the Heights neighborhood," said musician Bert Stratton, a resident helping to lead the efforts. "It's where people come to congregate, and they have for over 100 years."
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, which manages stormwater projects, said Horseshoe Lake provides little flood-control benefit and that the district won't pay to rebuild it.
"People need to understand there is a major risk at this facility," including the "probable loss of life if the dam blew out," said Frank Greenland, the district's director of watershed programs.
Decades of procrastination on repairs has led to the deterioration of other dams across the country. Some owners find it difficult to justify the costs of improving structures without facing an emergency.
There's an attitude among some dam owners of "oh, we'll take care of it next year; oh, we'll take care of it in three years; oh, let's put together a plan," said Bob Travis, managing partner of Risk Management Matters LLC, a consultant for community associations. "Meanwhile, that dam is getting older and older and older." | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/article_dd3f456a-cc82-11ec-aef4-73c90d3c0f1e.html | 2022-05-05T18:36:04Z |
SECAUCUS, N.J., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (NYSE: DGX), the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, announced that it is scheduled to speak at the Morgan Stanley 20th Annual Global Healthcare Conference. Jim Davis, CEO-elect, and Sam Samad, Executive Vice President & CFO, will discuss the company's vision, goals, and capital deployment strategies. The presentation is scheduled for Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at 4:40 p.m. Eastern Time.
The presentation and Q&A session will be webcast live during the conference and will be available on the company's investor relations page which can be accessed at ir.QuestDiagnostics.com. In addition, the archived webcast will be available within 24 hours after the conclusion of the live event and will remain available until October 13, 2022.
About Quest Diagnostics
Quest Diagnostics empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors and improve healthcare management. Quest annually serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and hospitals in the United States, and our 50,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, our diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives. www.QuestDiagnostics.com.
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Paxlovid users experiencing ‘COVID rebound’ should isolate again for 5 days, CDC says
(Gray News) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is issuing a health advisory for people testing positive for COVID-19 after taking the antiviral treatment Paxlovid.
On Tuesday, the health agency issued an advisory about the potential recurrence of COVID-19 or “COVID-19 rebound” in those treated with Paxlovid.
According to the CDC, the Paxlovid drug is recommended for early-stage treatment of mild to moderate COVID-19 among those at high risk for progression to severe disease.
On Thursday, the White House announced more steps to make Paxlovid more accessible across the U.S. as it projects COVID-19 infections will continue to spread over the summer travel season.
The CDC reports Paxlovid treatment helps prevent hospitalization and death due to COVID, but COVID-19 rebound has been seen in those taking the drug between two and eight days after their initial recovery. It is characterized by a recurrence of COVID symptoms or a new positive viral test after testing negative.
According to the CDC, available information suggests that people treated with Paxlovid who experience COVID-19 rebound have had a mild illness. Evidence indicates that additional antiviral treatment is not needed where COVID-19 rebound is suspected.
However, the agency recommends those who experience COVID-19 rebound follow the current isolation guidance, including staying in isolation for at least five full days and taking other precautions such as masking.
According to the Associated Press, federal regulators have sent more precise guidance to physicians to help them determine how to manage Paxlovid’s interactions with other drugs, intending to help prescribers find ways to get the life-saving medication to more patients.
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Cluster 4, and soon-to-launch Cluster 5, scales the company's capacity to meet increasing demand
HERNDON, Va., April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HawkEye 360 Inc., the world's leading commercial provider of space-based radio frequency (RF) data and analytics, today announced that its Cluster 4 satellites have successfully launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Cape Canaveral site on April 1. The trio of HawkEye 360 satellites, each containing an RF payload developed by HawkEye 360, has established communication with ground control and is set to commence its commissioning process to meet increasing client demand.
"The successful launch of Cluster 4 marks another critical milestone achieved by HawkEye 360. I am proud to see our team continue to improve the cutting-edge capabilities we have on orbit," said CEO John Serafini. "Each capacity increase and technological advancement to our constellation opens new possibilities for delivering timely, unique insights to our government, commercial and humanitarian clients."
Cluster 4 expands HawkEye 360's existing nine-satellite constellation, which has collected more than 80 million emitter geolocations since 2019. The newly designed satellites include enhanced antenna functions which allow greater flexibility in detecting and geolocating signals across a wide range of frequencies important to our customers.
Cluster 4 is the fourth set of satellites launched by the company and is slated to achieve initial operating capability in June 2022. HawkEye 360's Cluster 5 is tested and ready to launch no sooner than June 2022. Together, Cluster 4 and the soon-to-launch Cluster 5 will double HawkEye 360's on-orbit capacity and significantly expand its collection across the RF spectrum.
Two additional fully funded clusters are scheduled for launch in 2022. These clusters will enable the constellation to have a global revisit rate of less than one hour. This revisit rate is key to further enhancing our ability to monitor global activities and support timely defense, national security, and commercial applications.
For more information on the HawkEye 360 satellite constellation and enhanced capabilities of HawkEye Cluster 4, please visit https://www.he360.com/.
About HawkEye 360
HawkEye 360 is delivering a revolutionary source of global knowledge based on radio frequency (RF) geospatial intelligence to those working to make the world a safer place. The company operates the first-of-its-kind commercial satellite constellation to detect, characterize, and geolocate a broad range of RF signals. This unique RF data and analytics equip our global customers with high-impact insights needed to make decisions with confidence. HawkEye 360 is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.
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The Lab Delivers Powerful, Validated Data and Insights on Key Phases of the Employee Experience.
LINCOLN, Neb., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Workforce Science Associates today unveiled its new research institute, the WSA Workforce Performance Lab. The foundation of the lab is WSAdata, its global normative database. During the last three years, WSA has delivered more than 1,100 employee experience programs and surveyed over 10 million employees in more than 140 countries across 20 different industries. WSAdata has consolidated more than 116 million survey responses to its database.
Through their partnership with WSA, organization's leaders and human resources departments will gain access to pertinent data and expertise on the science that drives high performance workforces, understand current trends and behaviors, and gain knowledge on the evolving levers that drive a sense of belonging, engagement, and other outcomes that accelerate workforce performance and experience.
The WSA Workforce Performance Lab's philosophy encompasses three critical components that work together to address the current and future needs of clients:
1. Apply the most robust and relevant science.
2. Leverage the very best technologies.
3. Remain laser focused on improving workforce performance and experience.
"Essentially the Performance Lab was created to represent the engine behind our solutions, expertise, and continued growth," said Cameron Klein, Ph.D., Executive Consultant, and leader of the WSA Workforce Performance Lab. "It provides precision around the integration of our knowledge and evidence-based solutions that are driven by science, research, and discovery, which enable innovation and makes companies better. The application and know-how for delivering best practice programs is powered by Qualtrics' cutting-edge technology."
With more than 40 years of experience in employee research, WSA has been studying the employee experience, and the company is constantly applying what they learn from the data to optimize organizational behavior and performance. Being able to make recommendations based on scientific data is what differentiates WSA in the marketplace. Furthermore, WSA has conducted more implementations on the Qualtrics EX platform than any other company in the world—giving them a keen understanding of how to apply technology in the best way
The Workforce Performance Lab recently analyzed data from hundreds of customers during 2021, found five key drivers that enhanced employees' intent to stay during a time when many have been lured away for greener pastures. This research breaks down strategies to increase employee retention in several industries, such as finance and insurance, manufacturing, and retail.
About Workforce Science Associates Formed by members of Kenexa's legacy management team and consisting of employee engagement subject matter experts, Workforce Science Associates offers expertise in optimizing talent and team performance that has been proven to transform companies and communities. For more information, visit www.workforcescience.com.
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STOCKHOLM, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hygiene and health company Essity has finalized the acquisitions of the Canadian company Knix Wear Inc. ("Knix") and the Australian company Modibodi, both leading providers of leakproof apparel for periods and incontinence. With these acquisitions, Essity will become the global market leader within leakproof apparel*, the fastest growing product segment in Intimate Hygiene which includes Feminine Care and Incontinence Products.
Knix offers a broad assortment of intimate apparel with leading positions in the growing leakproof apparel category. The company has a strong presence in the US and Canada and sells mainly direct-to-consumer through online channels. Essity has acquired 80% of the shares in Knix. Founder and CEO, Joanna Griffiths, holds the remaining 20% share and stays on as President of Knix. Read the announcement of the acquisition of Knix.
Modibodi provides leakproof apparel for periods and incontinence. The company has a strong presence in Australia, New Zealand and the UK and operates an online, direct-to-consumer business model, with growing sales in retail and through e-tailers. Read the announcement of the acquisition of Modibodi.
Knix will be consolidated into Essity's accounts as of September 1, 2022, and Modibodi as of August 1, 2022.
*Estimate based on market data compiled by Essity.
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CHICAGO, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryerson Holding Corporation (NYSE: RYI) (the "Company" or "Ryerson") announced today that it has amended its existing asset-based revolving credit facility (as amended, the "Amended Credit Facility") to, among other things, increase the aggregate commitments to $1.3 billion from $1.0 billion and extend the maturity from November 2025 to June 2027. The Company expects to continue to use the facility for general purposes in the ordinary course of business. The Amended Credit Facility is secured by the inventory and accounts receivable of the Company's U.S. and Canadian operating subsidiaries.
Under the Amended Credit Facility, Ryerson will receive pricing benefits if certain financial metrics are achieved. As a result of the refinancing, Ryerson will be able to lower its borrowing costs and significantly increase available liquidity. The Amended Credit Facility was converted from a LIBOR to SOFR base rate with margins eligible to be 12.5 bps lower than the existing rates if certain financial metrics are achieved.
"The revolving credit facility upsize and extension is another important step in transforming and fortifying our balance sheet, allowing Ryerson to leverage its strong "through-the-cycle" operating model and positions us for a successful exit from the high-yield borrower market in July while providing increased optionality as industry conditions remain in flux," stated Jim Claussen, Ryerson's Chief Financial Officer.
Bank of America, N.A. is the Administrative Agent and Collateral Agent and BofA Securities, Inc., JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association are Joint Lead Arrangers and Joint Bookrunners.
Ryerson is a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China. Founded in 1842, Ryerson has around 4,000 employees in approximately 100 locations. Visit Ryerson at www.ryerson.com.
Certain statements made in this presentation and other written or oral statements made by or on behalf of the Company constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding our future performance, as well as management's expectations, beliefs, intentions, plans, estimates, objectives, or projections relating to the future. Such statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "objectives," "goals," "preliminary," "range," "believes," "expects," "may," "estimates," "will," "should," "plans," or "anticipates" or the negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology, or by discussions of strategy. The Company cautions that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and may involve significant risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may vary materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. Among the factors that significantly impact our business are: the cyclicality of our business; the highly competitive, volatile, and fragmented metals industry in which we operate; fluctuating metal prices; our substantial indebtedness and the covenants in instruments governing such indebtedness; the integration of acquired operations; regulatory and other operational risks associated with our operations located inside and outside of the United States; impacts and implications of adverse health events, including the COVID-19 pandemic; work stoppages; obligations under certain employee retirement benefit plans; the ownership of a majority of our equity securities by a single investor group; currency fluctuations; and consolidation in the metals industry. Forward-looking statements should, therefore, be considered in light of various factors, including those set forth above and those set forth under "Risk Factors" in our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, our quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2022, and in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Moreover, we caution against placing undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date they were made. The Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances, new information or otherwise.
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Tampa airport workers come together to find runaway pet
TAMPA, Fla. (WWSB) - Workers at the Tampa airport came together to save a dog who got lost after slipping his collar.
Rocky, a Chihuahua mix who arrived to TPA on a flight from Puerto Rico on May 6. When Rocky’s family came to the Airport to pick him up, somehow he managed to slip out of his collar as he was being loaded into their car at baggage claim.
The family searched around the airport for hours that night, but Rocky was gone. The next week, a pilot taxiing out for takeoff reported seeing a small dog running around near a wooded area just off the runway. Airport crews who had already been looking for Rocky placed two traps in that area of the airfield, hoping to lure the dog to safety using dog food and a t-shirt with his owner’s scent.
On Thursday of that week, a passenger on a St. Louis bound Southwest Airlines flight also spotted Rocky through her passenger window and alerted the flight crew. She took a picture and even drew a map showing the Airport’s operations team where to look.
Then on Friday, a week after Rocky went missing, Tampa International Airport Police Detective Dan Jones was riding around the airfield on an ATV when he spotted what “looked like a rabbit” darting into a wooded area near Runway 19L. He circled around checking the area, and returned to find a terrified Rocky inside the cage.
Detective Jones spent the rest of his afternoon comforting Rocky who had spent an entire week outside, on his own, surviving several storms and other outdoor hazards such as coyotes and snakes. Rocky’s family was immediately contacted and made the two-hour drive from their home in Apopka to pick Rocky up.
The family arrived to the Airport Friday evening for a tearful reunion with Rocky. The family said they will be forever thankful to Detective Jones, the Airport Operations teams, airline flight crews and even the passenger who assisted in helping locate Rocky.
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Holland: Whose report will we believe?
Whatever we are concerned about today, faith and discernment are key components of our prayers. Without spiritual sensitivity, we do not understand God’s will and faith is what empowers and activates our communication with Him. We believe in miracles because we know that God listens and is the only one who has the authority to restore and provide.
If someone is having a health crisis, the Bible declares that He is the great physician and our healer. This is an exciting truth until doubt and fear sneak in the back door and Satan repeats the same strategy to deceive as he did with Adam and Eve in the garden. His favorite temptation is to plant seeds of uncertainty and confusion in our minds to question whether faith is real or our imagination.
In our times of trouble, we are bombarded with speculations and opinions, but we must become unmovable in knowing that the report of the Lord cannot fail.
Josh Christmas once said, “I do not believe what I see, but I see what I believe.”
Basically, it means that followers of God are not to place their trust in what others say or how things appear.
Since we are filled and guided by God’s Spirit, we place our confidence in Him alone. Faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen which means the answers are ready to be manifested but conditional on us knowing His plans and believing with all of our hearts.
For example, when a doctor says there is no hope, we must realize this is not the final decision because God is more than able to accomplish His plans.
Our daughter and our daughter-in-law were both told by the experts they would never have a child. This was not true as God always has the final word. Today, our daughter-in-law has an amazing son and our daughter just gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. My wife and I prayed about this for years, and we know that He is our source for everything. My new book about healing and miracles contains true accounts of God miraculously intervening.
When Lazarus was dead for four days, Jesus told the people to remove him from his tomb and unwrap his grave garments. They said his body was starting to smell and according to natural thinking, this was disrespectful and even insane. However, they were not understanding the reality of who God is. Christ commanded Lazarus to live again and he did! Ezekiel describes a valley of dry bones and God asked the prophet if he believed the bones could live.
The Lord told Ezekiel to speak to the bones and the flesh came back upon them and they were restored back to life. The reason these stories are recorded in the Bible is to teach us to not always accept what we see in the natural world as being impossible to change. Christians are to live with an expectation of the supernatural, to walk in the constant awareness of God’s power as they listen and obey His voice.
It’s common for the average person to build their worldviews on what they have been told instead of researching for themselves. Beware of listening and trusting the world’s opinions more than listening to God. If we absorb what the culture tells us, we are vulnerable to being brainwashed to believe what society wants us to embrace.
Who do you suppose decides what is broadcast as truth and what is censored as disinformation?
Satan is the father of all lies and just so happens to control the airwaves? Our decision to seek God and know what He is saying, or believing the report of this natural realm is the difference between thinking clearly and falling into a delusion.
You see, faith is not limited to only being activated in positive thinking, it also can enforce negative attitudes. If we believe and accept the worst, we are joining forces with dark energy that will make the problem worse. I assume we all know where this dark energy originates.
The Bible says that we must not be conformed to the pessimistic way the natural world lives but be transformed by the renewing of our mind in Christ, which means we know He is who He says He is. Every moment we are faced with the choice to absorb the light and life of God, or the deception and hopelessness of a fallen world. What we perceive is our reality.
Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com. | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/opinion/2022/07/02/holland-whose-report-we-believe/7780573001/ | 2022-07-02T11:38:39Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Corcoran Group, LLC today announced its continued expansion by welcoming its newest global affiliate with the launch of Corcoran Turks and Caicos, owned and led by Stephanie Leathers and Katherine Baryluk. The announcement, made by Pamela Liebman, President and CEO of The Corcoran Group, marks the fifth Caribbean market that the firm has entered in just over two years.
A British archipelago of 40 low-lying coral islands in the Atlantic Ocean, and just a 3-hour flight to New York City, Turks and Caicos is the ultimate destination for snorkelers, scuba enthusiasts, and anyone else on the hunt for water sport-ready clear oceans and thriving marina life. The islands are also home to the third largest coral system in the world, and Grace Bay Beach in particular has won Best Beach Destination numerous times. Known also for its incredible year-round weather, Turks and Caicos is a perfect fit for Corcoran's continued expansion globally.
"Arriving in Turks and Caicos is an exciting moment for us, and it's a beautiful second-home market that is going to provide strong opportunities for our wider network," said Liebman. "Stephanie and Katherine are very talented real estate professionals with impressive experience in international markets, and they're always on the lookout for new opportunities to elevate their business. Their ability to show value to their clients, especially in new development, will prove invaluable in the region and I'm looking forward to all they'll achieve as part of our inimitable group."
All long-time residents of the Turks and Caicos Islands, the ownership team began working together in 2006. Leathers' background is well versed in new construction pre-sales, and she has been lauded as a top-selling residential condominium salesperson in Downtown Athens, Georgia. Leathers' first project in Athens, a 138 residential and commercial tower, boasted 98 sales before ground-breaking and a full-sell out prior to completion. Baryluk has long been considered a private island specialist and her comprehensive knowledge of the region, plus her cutting-edge marketing expertise elevates the concierge service they are able to provide their clients. An industry leader in Turks and Caicos, in 2012 she successfully brokered the record-breaking sale of Emerald Cay, a unique private island for $19.5M. Rounding out the leadership team is Andrew Ashcroft, a second-generation Belizean with 18 years of experience in banking, hospitality, finance and development throughout the Caribbean. In 2021, Ashcroft developed the Alaia Belize Marriott Autograph Collection, a 20-acre master-planned hotel and condominium property, which sold out 100 residences in just three years.
"When invited to establish Corcoran's presence in Turks and Caicos, we were immediately impressed by the brand's marketing strength, established name in the new development arena, and of course, the incredible opportunity for a robust network of referrals through several key feeder markets," said Leathers. "Our combined wealth of knowledge and expertise in the region coupled with the power of the Corcoran brand will allow us to stand out and bring the best possible real estate experience to our clients and agents alike. We're thrilled for what's ahead."
Corcoran Turks & Caicos will welcome visitors to its new office on Providenciales in the coming weeks.
About The Corcoran Group
The Corcoran Group has been a leading residential real estate brand for nearly 50 years. Through its New York City, Hamptons, and South Florida brokerages, along with its rapidly growing affiliate network, the firm is home to more than 170 offices and more than 6,000 independent salespersons in key urban, suburban, and resort markets nationwide. Corcoran agents earn and keep their clients' trust with an unwavering commitment to white-glove service, expertise, and integrity. In every market served, Corcoran helps you find the home that's just right for you. The Corcoran® brand comprises both offices owned by a subsidiary of Anywhere Advisors LLC (f/k/a Realogy Brokerage Group LLC) and franchised offices, which are independently owned and operated. For more information about The Corcoran Group, please visit www.corcoran.com.
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Hightouch Becomes First Data Activation Partner for Snowflake Partner Connect, Syncing Snowflake Insights with Business Tools
SAN FRANCISCO, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hightouch, the leading Data Activation provider, today expanded its partnership with Snowflake, the Data Cloud company, to provide joint customers with seamless access to data activation in the Snowflake Data Cloud. Hightouch's platform is natively available within Snowflake, providing a push-button way for customers to initiate Hightouch from their Snowflake account.
Hightouch is a Data Activation partner available through Snowflake Partner Connect. In addition, Hightouch has achieved both Snowflake-ready and Premier Partner status, designating Hightouch as a validated partner that adheres to the Data Cloud's best practices for product integrations.
"Hightouch is ushering in the last-mile of analytics, enabling customers to leverage Snowflake as an end-to-end data platform" explains Tarik Diwek, Head of Technology Alliances at Snowflake. "Through Snowflake Partner Connect, using Hightouch with the Data Cloud is secure, easy, and nearly instant."
Unlike legacy data platforms that can take up to 12 months to deploy, Hightouch's reverse ETL capabilities work with Snowflake to build platforms in a matter of hours. This activates data across destinations like marketing and advertising platforms for faster time-to-value and increased insights. By centralizing customer data workloads in Snowflake, organizations can realize greater efficiencies across governance, resources, and security, all while expanding the speed of innovation.
"With Snowflake Partner Connect, Hightouch continues to advance the data activation category," explains Tejas Manohar, CEO and co-Founder at Hightouch. "Our extended partnership with Snowflake makes it seamless for organizations to create activation workloads that immediately impact revenue, from improving ad spend to increasing marketing conversions to reducing customer churn."
With the Hightouch and Snowflake integration, organizations can realize the following benefits:
- Maximum flexibility to create data models that meet the unique requirements of their business, rather than using rigid, pre-defined models.
- Engineering teams can operate more efficiently with their preferred data tools, saving countless hours on custom scripting and maintenance.
- Security concerns are minimized as the data remains in the Data Cloud and the Hightouch integration is vetted by Snowflake's rigorous standards.
- Time to value is accelerated with Snowflake Partner Connect so that organizations can get started and begin activating their data.
Learn more about how Hightouch activates the Data Cloud at Snowflake Summit 2022, live in Las Vegas, Nevada from June 13-16, 2022.
Hightouch is the world's leading Data Activation platform, syncing data from warehouses directly into your SaaS tools. All business teams, from sales and marketing to support and customer success, need relevant, accurate, and real-time customer data to add critical context inside the software they already use. Whether you're enhancing communications with customers via CRM, optimizing ad copy, or personalizing email, Hightouch makes your data actionable —all with SQL, no scripts or APIs required. For more information, visit www.hightouch.io.
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DENVER, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Antero Midstream Corporation (NYSE: AM) ("Antero Midstream") today announced that the Board of Directors of Antero Midstream declared a cash dividend of $0.225 per share for the first quarter of 2022. In addition, Antero Midstream announced plans to issue their first quarter 2022 earnings on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange.
The Board of Directors of Antero Midstream declared a cash dividend of $0.225 per share for the first quarter of 2022, or $0.90 per share on an annualized basis. The dividend will be payable on May 11, 2022 to stockholders of record as of April 27, 2022. This represents the 30th consecutive quarterly dividend or distribution paid since Antero Midstream Partners LP's initial public offering in November 2014. Antero Midstream did not repurchase any common shares during the first quarter of 2022. Antero Midstream had approximately $150 million of remaining share repurchase capacity under its $300 million authorized share repurchase program as of March 31, 2022.
Antero Midstream plans to issue its first quarter 2022 earnings on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. A conference call is scheduled on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 10:00 am MT to discuss the financial and operational results. A brief Q&A session for security analysts will immediately follow the discussion of the results. To participate in the call, dial in at 877-407-9126 (U.S.), or 201-493-6751 (International) and reference "Antero Midstream". A telephone replay of the call will be available until Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 10:00 am MT at 877-660-6853 (U.S.) or 201-612-7415 (International) using the conference ID: 13726234. To access the live webcast and view the related earnings conference call presentation, visit Antero Midstream's website at www.anteromidstream.com. The webcast will be archived for replay until Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 10:00 am MT.
Antero Midstream Corporation is a Delaware corporation that owns, operates and develops midstream gathering, compression, processing and fractionation assets located in the Appalachian Basin, as well as integrated water assets that primarily service Antero Resources Corporation's properties.
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Investments to date pass $25M, accelerating launch of breakthrough technology
VANCOUVER, BC, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mangrove Lithium announced today it has closed a new investment round led by US-based BMW i Ventures (BiV) and joined by returning investor Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV). Mangrove will use these funds to accelerate the launch of a commercial-scale plant deploying its proprietary, patent-pending technology to refine lithium from a variety of sources. The plant will boost existing lithium refining operations in the Western Hemisphere, and lower lithium refining's environmental impact. It will also enable new refining capacity by unlocking untapped resources and converting them to viable reserves.
This round brings the total funds raised by Mangrove's executive team to $25 million USD.
Demand for lithium hydroxide and lithium carbonate continues to rise as the world transitions to electric vehicles (EVs). The International Energy Agency is tracking exponential growth in demand for EVs but says supply chain challenges – especially for battery-grade lithium – hobble car manufacturers and constrain market growth.
"Mangrove's modular, feedstock-flexible technology has attracted serious investors who see that our technology gets global refining capacity much closer to projected demand," said Mangrove CEO Saad Dara. "Corporate customers will need resilient lithium supplies with fiscally viable and responsible refining operations. We provide both, which is why these investors see us as positioned to take a central role in global EV scaling."
In the face of volatile prices and supply uncertainty, major EV manufacturers are seeking to minimize battery supply chain risks.
Mangrove's technology is the lowest-energy solution on the market, so it is not only the least expensive solution, but also the greenest. Sites with renewable energy sources could nearly eliminate their carbon footprint, as well as most of the harmful chemical inputs used in today's lithium refining.
BiV Managing Partner Kasper Sage said, "There is a substantial need for technologies that enable more environmentally-friendly and cost-effective lithium production, as lithium is a key component in most battery chemistries relevant for EVs. Recent supply chain disruptions and soaring prices have highlighted the importance of investing in this field to make the energy transition a reality. Bringing Mangrove's core technology to market will be a step function improvement in environmental impact, cost, performance, and flexibility over existing processes today."
Mangrove Lithium provides the best solution to facilitate a resilient supply chain with its mobile plants, ability to process both chloride and sulfate feedstocks, and output battery-grade lithium hydroxide or carbonate. Its technology can be placed anywhere along the battery manufacturing chain: Situated at refining operations where they're needed most, at the point of extraction, or point of manufacturing. It is also scalable and able to meet tailored product specifications.
As the investment arm of a leading auto manufacturer, BiV's investment represents the third major sector that sees the strategic and capital value of Mangrove's platform. Joining major financial investors such as BEV, BDC Capital, and Federal and Provincial Canadian governments, the inclusion of the auto industry is a testament to the importance of lithium in the world's clean energy future. Mangrove intends to work hand-and-glove with the public sector and private industries to ensure there is sufficient supply of battery-grade lithium to accelerate and accomplish widely shared clean energy goals.
About Mangrove Lithium
Mangrove Lithium, a Vancouver-based company, has developed a breakthrough platform for the most cost-effective production of battery grade lithium hydroxide and carbonate from diverse input streams and assets. Mangrove's modular solution can be scaled to any capacity and co-located with upstream lithium producers or cathode and cell manufacturers. The platform technology is also being commercialized for the conversion of waste brines to chemicals and desalinated water. Visit www.mangrovelithium.com.
About BMW i Ventures
BMW i Ventures is the BMW Group's venture capital firm, investing money and resources in startups in the fields of transportation, manufacturing, supply chain and sustainability. The firm has made many successful investments over the years in companies such as Chargepoint, Graphcore, Proterra, Solid Power, Tekion, Turntide, Xometry and many more. BMW i Ventures invests in all stages from seed to growth with a focus on Series A/B.
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FAIRFAX, Va., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Knowesis Inc. (Knowesis) was awarded prime positioning for the Defense Health Agency's OMNIBUS IV contract. The potential $10 billion contract vehicle for services supporting military medical research and development programs will be supported by a cohort of companies from the commercial, academic, and nonprofit sectors.
The OMNIBUS IV Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) multiple-award contract provides awardees the opportunity to compete for task orders in the areas of Research and Development, Research and Development Support Services, Regulatory Processes, and Translational Science Support Services.
"We are proud to be among the list of contractors to win this opportunity," John Broughton, Knowesis Director of Business Development, said of the announcement. "Our expertise in medical and scientific research, along with proficiencies in program evaluation, translational science, data analytics, program management and more, makes us the perfect partner to support the Defense Health Agency's Military Research and Development needs on the OMNIBUS IV contract."
According to SAM.gov, the contract's base ordering period will conclude on June 19, 2027, and a five-year option period would extend work performance through June 19, 2032.
Knowesis is a Center for Veterans Enterprise (CVE) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), providing a full range of professional consulting services to federal and state government agencies to include Scientific and Medical Research, Computational Sciences, Information Management, Technology and Security, Operations and Management, Policy and Program Evaluation, and Strategic Communications. We currently support multiple entities within the Department of Defense, Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, and the National Institutes of Health.
Knowesis maintains offices in Fairfax, Virginia, with staff at locations across the United States. More information about the company can be found at https://www.knowesis-inc.com/ as well as on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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100,000 reps for the national merchandising services company will use the FORM MarketX app to complete a wide array of retail execution tasks in 100% of U.S. markets
QUINCY, Mass., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The leading field execution platform for teams, FORM, today announced its partnership with Customer Impact, to offer third-party retail merchandising services enabled by the FORM MarketX app in 100% of U.S. markets. The partnership is being led by Matt Holland, Vice President and Head of Partnerships at FORM.
Customer Impact deploys over 100,000 qualified retail specialists to complete market execution tasks for brands and retailers on a project basis. Customer Impact will use FORM MarketX to assign and complete custom merchandising and fulfillment projects at stores, restaurants, and bars and provide business intelligence and photo reporting upon task completion to its clients.
Scott Hiller, President of Customer Impact, outfitted his team with FORM MarketX in the past and is bullish on the formal partnership with FORM. "Since 2016, our team of retail experts has used the FORM app to capture real-time data on position, price, category share, planogram compliance, and competitor activity for the world's leading CPG brands and retailers," Hiller says. "We've paired the most experienced retail execution team with FORM's award-winning app to deliver unparalleled insights in 100% of U.S. markets. Our partnership gives brands faster and easier ways to achieve their program goals and to extend the power of their existing teams while getting the data they need to grow market share."
FORM customers will leverage this partnership to augment their existing workforce, reach markets with low coverage, complete special projects or resets, perform blitzes, and support in-store fulfillment on new items. "FORM has worked extensively with Customer Impact and its world-class field team. For customers that need additional DSD services and market audits, this partnership provides a fast, reliable way to gather critical insights at a very good value from trained experts," shares Matt Holland. "Using FORM, Customer Impact helps our customers understand their position, compliance, pricing, and competitor activity in key markets, exactly when they need it, so they can achieve better outcomes."
With Customer Impact's reach across all U.S. markets, the FORM partnership will provide greater coverage across channels, regions, and banners.
"Many of our top customers have leveraged this partnership to extend the power of their field teams for special projects and blitzes, capturing data from thousands of locations," says Ali Moosani, FORM CEO. "It's critical for our partners to share our values for customer success and quality. We see this with CI's in-house QA team which audits every visit submitted to ensure reps are completing projects and capturing data according to our customers' standards. This program delivers phenomenal, rapid insights for the investment," shares Moosani.
Brands can learn more about the FORM and Customer Impact partnership or request a quote for project services here.
About FORM
FORM powers the world's 2 billion mobile workers as they change companies and industries for good, with mobile technology that improves execution from the frontline. FORM's digital assistant for teams guides daily tasks, boosts communication, and provides leaders with real-time intelligence to drive faster actions and better decisions. FORM activates and connects teams in the field--with leaders, missions, and each other--so they can deliver success in the enterprise. FORM solutions have been deployed by Fortune 500 companies and customers around the world. To learn more, follow FORM on LinkedIn.
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Family members of Covid-19 ICU patients may emerge with a different condition, study says
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN
When thinking of post-traumatic stress disorder, your mind may go to a movie about war.
It’s a quiet day at base camp when suddenly the enemy launches an attack. The main character is scrambling to respond to incoming fire, making quick decisions about how to respond to danger that is largely out of their control.
In many ways, it’s a lot like the experiences of families of patients in the intensive care unit with Covid-19, said Dr. Timothy Amass, an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
These family members, too, often see an abrupt change in circumstance, have to make difficult decisions quickly and feel a loss of control, he said. And often, they come away from the experience with symptoms of anxiety, depression and PTSD, according to a new study published Monday in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine.
“When you put that in a hospital, the sudden change in health status is Mom or Dad was healthy yesterday and now they’re in the ICU on life support,” said Amass, first author of the study.
Having a loved one admitted into the ICU has always been an inherently stressful — and often traumatic — process, but the Covid-19 pandemic pushed researchers to look even more closely at the impacts, he said.
Amass and his team surveyed family members in the months after a loved one was admitted to the ICU with Covid-19 in 12 hospitals across the country. Many of the people studied were limited in visitation and contact with the patient.
The study found that of the families that responded to the survey, 201 out of 316 (about 63%) had significant symptoms of PTSD.
There is a chance that those who experienced the most emotional difficulty responded at greater rates and that the findings might overstate PTSD symptoms as a result, said Dr. Murray Stein, vice chair for clinical research in the department of psychiatry at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine. Stein was not involved in the study.
“All that said, even if the rates are only half of what this study found, they are still alarmingly high and point to the need for emotional support,” added Stein, who is also a distinguished professor of psychiatry and public health at UC San Diego.
Adding focus to the families
The health care community can take two important steps to help improve the experience of families: Pay attention to their risk factors and make a bigger effort to empower them, Amass said.
“What the literature really suggests was the more you can get someone involved at the bedside, the more empowered they feel to express their needs and the needs of their loved one,” he said.
In addition to the survey, the study also used narrative interviews to get more details on what made a difference for families.
Some were able to experience staff going the extra mile to make them feel connected and involved even when they couldn’t be there.
“What made it easier is the video visits, video calls and daily updates. I called and talked with the nurses every day, talked to the physician,” one family member said, according to the study.
But other survey participants felt the communication they got was limited and reported feeling powerless and afraid.
“They called us and said, ‘Do you want us to pull the plug?’ … I said how did it go from coming home to pulling the plug? … They say that her mouth was moving and her eyes was moving but they said she was dead … so, they went on and pulled the plug anyway,” another family member said.
Especially in the beginning of the pandemic, hospitals were overwhelmed, and staff members worked extensive hours to provide the best care they could. Amass said often it is small acts of kindness that families need to feel the sense of involvement and care for their loved one that they need — like asking for a picture hospital staff could hang to make the patient feel happier.
“Even that small act of compassion from the health care team to the family can really have a really powerful impact for those family members and their risk of developing these (PTSD) symptoms,” Amass said.
More research may be needed to know the best way health care providers can engage with families after an ICU stay, but this most recent study does suggest that more robust services are needed, Stein said.
“The scores on these surveys were so high that I would advocate for providers to actively screen these family members for depression, anxiety and PTSD clinically so they can get therapy,” Amass said.
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Stacker compiled a list of the counties with highest COVID-19 death rates in Texas using data from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Counties are ranked by the highest cumulative death rate per 100k residents as of August 18, 2022. Keep reading to see whether your county ranks among the highest COVID-19 death rates in your state.
#50. Morris County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 597 (74 total deaths)
— 96.4% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 22,183 (2,748 total cases)
— 15.6% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 137 (17 new cases, -54% change from previous week)
#49. Brown County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 607 (230 total deaths)
— 99.7% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 2.6 (1 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 34,814 (13,182 total cases)
— 32.5% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 401 (152 new cases, -6% change from previous week)
#48. Lavaca County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 610 (123 total deaths)
— 100.7% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 5.0 (1 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 22,566 (4,548 total cases)
— 14.1% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 119 (24 new cases, +26% change from previous week)
#47. Marion County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 619 (61 total deaths)
— 103.6% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 18,612 (1,834 total cases)
— 29.2% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 173 (17 new cases, -19% change from previous week)
#46. Deaf Smith County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 620 (115 total deaths)
— 103.9% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 28,427 (5,272 total cases)
— 8.2% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 226 (42 new cases, -39% change from previous week)
#45. Sterling County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 620 (8 total deaths)
— 103.9% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 77.5 (1 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 22,463 (290 total cases)
— 14.5% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 77 (1 new cases, -50% change from previous week)
#44. Val Verde County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 622 (305 total deaths)
— 104.6% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 31,496 (15,441 total cases)
— 19.9% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 208 (102 new cases, +23% change from previous week)
#43. Carson County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 624 (37 total deaths)
— 105.3% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 27,506 (1,630 total cases)
— 4.7% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 186 (11 new cases, -27% change from previous week)
#42. Eastland County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 626 (115 total deaths)
— 105.9% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 5.4 (1 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 16,585 (3,045 total cases)
— 36.9% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 82 (15 new cases, -44% change from previous week)
#41. Duval County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 627 (70 total deaths)
— 106.3% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 34,983 (3,903 total cases)
— 33.2% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 242 (27 new cases, -27% change from previous week)
#40. Scurry County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 629 (105 total deaths)
— 106.9% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 32,114 (5,364 total cases)
— 22.2% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 174 (29 new cases, -41% change from previous week)
#39. Willacy County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 632 (135 total deaths)
— 107.9% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 37,873 (8,089 total cases)
— 44.2% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 328 (70 new cases, -33% change from previous week)
#38. Castro County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 637 (48 total deaths)
— 109.5% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 13.3 (1 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 33,174 (2,498 total cases)
— 26.3% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 212 (16 new cases, -38% change from previous week)
#37. Wood County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 639 (291 total deaths)
— 110.2% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 4.4 (2 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 19,322 (8,799 total cases)
— 26.5% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 160 (73 new cases, -38% change from previous week)
#36. Potter County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 640 (752 total deaths)
— 110.5% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 33,088 (38,850 total cases)
— 25.9% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 227 (267 new cases, -25% change from previous week)
#35. Cottle County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 644 (9 total deaths)
— 111.8% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 25,107 (351 total cases)
— 4.4% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 72 (1 new cases, -67% change from previous week)
#34. Culberson County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 645 (14 total deaths)
— 112.2% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 24,182 (525 total cases)
— 8.0% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 0 (0 new cases, -100% change from previous week)
#33. La Salle County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 652 (49 total deaths)
— 114.5% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 33,378 (2,510 total cases)
— 27.0% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 173 (13 new cases, -13% change from previous week)
#32. Hutchinson County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 654 (137 total deaths)
— 115.1% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 33,981 (7,115 total cases)
— 29.3% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 148 (31 new cases, -14% change from previous week)
#31. Lynn County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 655 (39 total deaths)
— 115.5% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 27,037 (1,609 total cases)
— 2.9% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 168 (10 new cases, +67% change from previous week)
#30. Montague County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 656 (130 total deaths)
— 115.8% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 25,108 (4,976 total cases)
— 4.4% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 146 (29 new cases, -29% change from previous week)
#29. Cass County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 659 (198 total deaths)
— 116.8% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 3.3 (1 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 26,517 (7,962 total cases)
— 0.9% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 163 (49 new cases, -53% change from previous week)
#28. Runnels County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 663 (68 total deaths)
— 118.1% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 25,000 (2,566 total cases)
— 4.8% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 117 (12 new cases, -45% change from previous week)
#27. Throckmorton County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 666 (10 total deaths)
— 119.1% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 18,854 (283 total cases)
— 28.2% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 133 (2 new cases, 0% change from previous week)
#26. Fisher County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 679 (26 total deaths)
— 123.4% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 17,180 (658 total cases)
— 34.6% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 104 (4 new cases, -33% change from previous week)
#25. Nolan County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 680 (100 total deaths)
— 123.7% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 22,788 (3,353 total cases)
— 13.3% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 122 (18 new cases, +29% change from previous week)
#24. Knox County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 682 (25 total deaths)
— 124.3% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 15,420 (565 total cases)
— 41.3% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 546 (20 new cases, +1,900% change from previous week)
#23. Haskell County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 689 (39 total deaths)
— 126.6% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 17,338 (981 total cases)
— 34.0% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 265 (15 new cases, +114% change from previous week)
#22. Terry County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 689 (85 total deaths)
— 126.6% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 23,182 (2,860 total cases)
— 11.8% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 65 (8 new cases, -20% change from previous week)
#21. Wilbarger County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 697 (89 total deaths)
— 129.3% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 29,799 (3,805 total cases)
— 13.4% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 290 (37 new cases, +76% change from previous week)
#20. Hockley County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 712 (164 total deaths)
— 134.2% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 36,497 (8,402 total cases)
— 38.9% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 243 (56 new cases, -30% change from previous week)
#19. Real County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 724 (25 total deaths)
— 138.2% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 26,883 (928 total cases)
— 2.3% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 377 (13 new cases, +8% change from previous week)
#18. Dickens County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 724 (16 total deaths)
— 138.2% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 22,026 (487 total cases)
— 16.2% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 317 (7 new cases, +250% change from previous week)
#17. Brooks County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 733 (52 total deaths)
— 141.1% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 26,420 (1,874 total cases)
— 0.6% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 268 (19 new cases, -57% change from previous week)
#16. Hale County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 736 (246 total deaths)
— 142.1% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 21,930 (7,326 total cases)
— 16.5% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 192 (64 new cases, +10% change from previous week)
#15. Mills County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 759 (37 total deaths)
— 149.7% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 31,008 (1,511 total cases)
— 18.0% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 226 (11 new cases, +120% change from previous week)
#14. Dawson County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 762 (97 total deaths)
— 150.7% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 25,031 (3,186 total cases)
— 4.7% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 204 (26 new cases, -19% change from previous week)
#13. Crosby County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 784 (45 total deaths)
— 157.9% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 35,663 (2,046 total cases)
— 35.7% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 575 (33 new cases, +83% change from previous week)
#12. Donley County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 793 (26 total deaths)
— 160.9% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 36,882 (1,209 total cases)
— 40.4% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 31 (1 new cases, -89% change from previous week)
#11. Maverick County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 802 (471 total deaths)
— 163.8% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 39,050 (22,931 total cases)
— 48.6% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 232 (136 new cases, -38% change from previous week)
#10. Cochran County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 806 (23 total deaths)
— 165.1% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 32,878 (938 total cases)
— 25.1% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 35 (1 new cases, -92% change from previous week)
#9. Hall County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 810 (24 total deaths)
— 166.4% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 39,609 (1,174 total cases)
— 50.8% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 169 (5 new cases, -29% change from previous week)
#8. Floyd County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 840 (48 total deaths)
— 176.3% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 37,430 (2,138 total cases)
— 42.5% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 368 (21 new cases, -12% change from previous week)
#7. Sabine County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 844 (89 total deaths)
— 177.6% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, -100% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 13,366 (1,409 total cases)
— 49.1% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 104 (11 new cases, -52% change from previous week)
#6. Coleman County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 893 (73 total deaths)
— 193.8% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 12.2 (1 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 21,994 (1,798 total cases)
— 16.3% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 477 (39 new cases, +1,200% change from previous week)
#5. Baylor County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 940 (33 total deaths)
— 209.2% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 25,050 (879 total cases)
— 4.7% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 85 (3 new cases, -80% change from previous week)
#4. Foard County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 952 (11 total deaths)
— 213.2% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 19,827 (229 total cases)
— 24.5% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 87 (1 new cases, 0% change from previous week)
#3. Lamb County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 954 (123 total deaths)
— 213.8% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 7.8 (1 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 36,268 (4,676 total cases)
— 38.0% more cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 434 (56 new cases, +100% change from previous week)
#2. Motley County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 1,083 (13 total deaths)
— 256.3% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 25,250 (303 total cases)
— 3.9% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 167 (2 new cases, -60% change from previous week)
#1. McMullen County
– Cumulative deaths per 100k: 1,211 (9 total deaths)
— 298.4% more deaths per 100k residents than Texas
– New deaths per 100k in the past week: 0.0 (0 new deaths, 0% change from previous week)
– Cumulative cases per 100k: 24,226 (180 total cases)
— 7.8% less cases per 100k residents than Texas
– New cases per 100k in the past week: 269 (2 new cases, -33% change from previous week) | https://cw33.com/news/texas/counties-with-the-highest-covid-19-death-rate-in-texas/ | 2022-08-21T17:58:20Z |
PROVIDENCE, R.I., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) today announced the preliminary results of its modified "Dutch Auction" tender offer, which expired at 12:00 midnight, New York City time, at the end of the day on July 22, 2022.
Based on the preliminary count by American Stock Transfer & Trust Company, LLC, the depositary for the tender offer, a total of 4,858,465 common shares were validly tendered at or below the purchase price of $22.00 per share and not validly withdrawn, including 2,143,640 common shares that were tendered through notice of guaranteed delivery.
In accordance with the terms and conditions of the tender offer and based on the preliminary count by the depositary, Bally's expects to accept for payment and purchase approximately 4,858,465 common shares at a purchase price of $22.00 per share, for an aggregate purchase price of $106,886,230, excluding fees and expenses relating to the tender offer. These shares represent approximately 9.2% of Bally's outstanding common shares. Because Bally's expects to accept for payment all shares that were validly tendered at or below the purchase price of $22.00 and not validly withdrawn, Bally's expects that there will not be a proration factor.
The number of shares expected to be purchased in the tender offer is preliminary and subject to change. The preliminary information contained in this press release is subject to confirmation by the depositary and is based on the assumption that all shares tendered through notice of guaranteed delivery will be delivered within the two trading day settlement period. The final number of shares to be purchased in the tender offer will be announced following the expiration of the guaranteed delivery period and the completion by the depositary of the confirmation process. Payment for the shares accepted for purchase pursuant to the tender offer, and the return of all other shares tendered and not purchased, will occur promptly thereafter.
Bally's may, in the future, decide to make share repurchases from time to time on the open market or in private transactions, subject to applicable law. Any of these repurchases may be on the same terms or on terms that are more or less favorable to the selling shareholders in those transactions than the terms of the tender offer. Bally's currently has $334.6 million available for use under its previously announced capital return program.
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC is acting as the lead dealer manager for the tender offer and Capital One Securities, Inc., Truist Securities, Inc. and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC are acting as the co-dealer managers. MacKenzie Partners, Inc. is serving as the information agent and American Stock Transfer & Trust Company, LLC is acting as the depositary. Questions regarding the tender offer may be directed to Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC at (800) 323-5678 (toll free), Capital One Securities, Inc. at (646) 927-5128, Truist Securities, Inc. at (855) 382-6151 (toll free) or Wells Fargo Securities, LLC at (833) 690-2713.
About Bally's Corporation
Bally's Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence of Online Sports Betting and iGaming offerings. It currently owns and manages 14 casinos across 10 states, a horse racetrack in Colorado and has access to OSB licenses in 18 states. It also owns Gamesys Group, a leading, global, online gaming operator, Bally Interactive, a first-in-class sports betting platform, Monkey Knife Fight, the fastest growing daily fantasy sports site in North America, SportCaller, a leading, global B2B free-to-play game provider, and Telescope Inc., a leading provider of real-time fan engagement solutions.
With approximately 10,000 employees, Bally's Casino operations include more than 15,800 slot machines, 500 table games and 5,300 hotel rooms. Upon closing the previously announced Tropicana Las Vegas (NV) transaction, as well as completing the construction of a land-based casino near the Nittany Mall in State College, PA, Bally's will own and manage 16 casinos across 11 states. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "BALY."
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC) ("Diversified" or "the Company") acquired privately held Nick's Well Plugging LLC ("NWP"), further expanding its internal well-retirement capacity. NWP is a well-established plugging service provider headquartered in Warren, Ohio with a combined 50+ years of oil and gas experience, including plugging oil and gas wells across Appalachia.
Following a 30-year career with Haliburton, Orville "Nick" Nicholas partnered with his son, Jason Nicholas, and daughter, Tammy Angus, to found NWP in May 2010. As part of the acquisition, Jason and Tammy joined Diversified's existing well retirement subsidiary, Next LVL Energy. Nick will serve as a plugging consultant during a transition period.
NWP, Diversified's second acquisition of a well retirement operation this year, enhances Diversified's ability to maintain and reduce already low well retirement costs by eliminating 3rd-party margins, increasing control over the process and utilizing excess capacity to generate additional revenues.
"I am very pleased to welcome the respected Nicholas family and employees of NWP to our Next LVL Energy team, and I remain excited about the growth of our plugging operations," Brad Gray, Diversified's Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer said.
"This acquisition demonstrates our commitment to responsibly retire our long-life, low-decline assets when the time comes. Asset retirement is an integral part of our business, and this acquisition strengthens our ability to safely and efficiently retire wells. Our investments to vertically integrate well-plugging expertise and equipment enable us to meet or exceed our own company targets and give the flexibility and capacity to offer services to other operators and States Governments looking to retire orphan wells. This acquisition is a win-win for Diversified, its stakeholders, the environment and communities in the states in need of increased retirement activities."
With the addition of NWP's two retirement crews, Diversified has eight total internal crews and expects to add a 9th crew by the end of the second quarter. With its investment in NWP, Diversified is well-positioned to meet or exceed its stated commitment to retire at least 200 of its wells per year across Appalachia by 2023 and to offer its plugging services to other operators and State Governments.
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About Diversified Energy Company PLC
Diversified Energy Company PLC is an independent energy company engaged in the production, marketing and transportation of primarily natural gas related to its synergistic US onshore upstream and midstream assets.
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NEW YORK, May 13, 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 First High-School Education Group Co., Ltd. (NYSE: FHS) pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus (collectively, the "Registration Statement") issued in connection with the Company's March 2021 initial public offering ("IPO" or the "Offering"). 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 11, 2022.
SO WHAT: If you purchased First High-School Education Group 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 First High-School Education Group class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6131 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 11, 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, the IPO Registration Statement was materially false and misleading and omitted to state: (1) the new rules, regulations, and policies to be implemented by the Chinese government following the Two Sessions parliamentary meetings were far more severe than represented to investors and posed a material adverse threat to First High-School Education Group and its business; (2) contemplated Chinese regulations and rules regarding private education were leading to a slowdown of government approval to open new educational facilities which would have a negative effect on First High-School Education Group's enrollment and growth; and (3) as a result, the Registration Statement's representations regarding First High-School Education Group's historical financial and operational metrics and purported market opportunities did not accurately reflect the actual business, operations, and financial results and trajectory of First High-School Education Group at the time of the IPO, and were materially false and misleading and lacked a factual basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the First High-School Education Group class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6131 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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The new agreement between Greater Alabama MLS and FMLS grants agents access to Remine's SSO, Docs+, Pro, and Add/Edit.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and ATLANTA , June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greater Alabama MLS (GALMLS), and First MLS (FMLS) announced an expanded agreement with Remine that benefits homebuyers, sellers, and real estate professionals across Alabama & Georgia.
GALMLS subscribers will gain access to the entire Remine technology suite of products. Remine is an industry-leading prop-tech platform that offers tools such as Docs+ Transaction Management, Remine Pro, Add/Edit, and SSO dashboard.
Frederick Townes, Remine's CEO commented, "We are honored to expand our relationship with FMLS to include offering GALMLS our best-in-class product suite. Working with organizations like GALMLS and FMLS further progresses our goal of modernizing the industry by offering innovative technology that powers the businesses of today's real estate professionals."
Tina Tyus, GALMLS's President added, "It is exciting to make awesome products from Remine available to our subscribers. Remine products provide best in industry solutions in a wide array of services such as transaction management, tax aggregation, and easy access to all MLS services. GALMLS is always looking for ways to be able to increase our value proposition for our subscribers."
According to FMLS President & CEO, Jeremy Crawford, "We are thrilled to partner with our friends in Birmingham to make it easy for all our members and their clients to list and sell homes. This has the potential to dramatically increase sales velocity and listing exposure throughout the southeastern region. Besides making Remine's products available to GALMLS subscribers, FMLS will also provide technical support and training on the Remine product suite, which includes Alabama Real Estate Commission-accredited continuing education classes."
Tyus added, "We really look forward to having a partnership with FMLS just across the border in Georgia. Subscribers to both MLS systems will now be able to see listings throughout the region right inside the MLS software they are already accustomed to using. Plus, it will create a large referral network for both of our subscribers, which is a huge benefit to make the market work efficiently."
Together, the new partnership benefits nearly 65,000 combined members. The agreement is effective today with many new products and services being rolled out throughout the remainder of 2022.
About the Greater Alabama MLS
The Greater Alabama Multiple Listing Service (GALMLS), a subsidiary of the Birmingham Association of REALTORS®, was founded in 1958 and provides property listing services to 12 Alabama counties. As the largest MLS in Alabama, serving more than 6,000 subscribers, GALMLS is committed to fostering cooperation and competition within the real estate marketplace. LiveInAlabama.com, powered by GALMLS, provides consumers with direct access to MLS listings in real time. To learn more about GALMLS visit: https://birminghamrealtors.com/mls
About FMLS
First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS) was founded in 1957 by a group of Brokers who wanted to share real estate listings and connect buyers and sellers. Today, FMLS is still Broker-owned and is the 4th largest MLS' in North America, serving nearly 57,000 real estate Agents & Brokers in Georgia. Read more about MLS partnerships here: https://firstmls.com/mls-partnerships/
About Remine
Remine is a full MLS solution that reimagines the digital real estate journey. Remine partners with MLSs and Associations across North America to deliver modern real estate technology that creates transparency in the real estate transaction and inspires trust between real estate agents and the consumers they serve. Remine currently serves nearly 60 MLS markets representing over 1.2 million real estate professionals across the country. For more information, visit https://info.remine.com.
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LIVE: Biden speaks to trade union national conference
Published: Apr. 6, 2022 at 11:07 AM CDT|Updated: 27 minutes ago
WASHINGTON (Gray News) - President Joe Biden is speaking Wednesday to the North America’s Building Trades Unions Legislative Conference.
Biden will speak to “thousands of national, state and local building trades leaders from across the country,” according to a statement.
The NABTU works to create economic security and job opportunities for its construction workers, according to the organization’s website. It represents more than 3 million professionals in the U.S. and Canada.
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Preliminary dose-escalation data anticipated in second half of 2022 for ongoing ARROS-1 Phase 1/2 clinical trial of NVL-520 for patients with advanced ROS1-positive NSCLC and other solid tumors
First patient dosed in ALKOVE-1 Phase 1/2 clinical trial of NVL-655 for patients with advanced ALK-positive NSCLC and other solid tumors
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nuvalent, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUVL), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on creating precisely targeted therapies for clinically proven kinase targets in cancer, today announced progress on its parallel lead clinical programs NVL-520, a novel ROS1-selective inhibitor, and NVL-655, a novel ALK-selective inhibitor. Nuvalent announced that it plans to share preliminary data from the dose-escalation portion of its ongoing ARROS-1 Phase 1/2 clinical trial for NVL-520 in patients with advanced ROS1-positive NSCLC and other solid tumors in the second half of 2022. In addition, Nuvalent announced that the first patient has been dosed in ALKOVE-1, its Phase 1/2 clinical trial evaluating NVL-655 in patients with advanced ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and other solid tumors. NVL-520 and NVL-655 have been designed to address the clinical challenges of emergent treatment resistance, off-target CNS adverse events, and brain metastases that may limit the use of currently available ROS1 and ALK kinase inhibitors.
"Advancing two novel candidates into clinical development in a little over six months is a significant achievement that we believe demonstrates our ability to scale as a clinical stage company with our growing portfolio, and the value of continued collaboration with leading physician-scientists in the advancement of investigational opportunities for patients in need of new therapies," said Christopher Turner, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of Nuvalent. "We remain committed to the efficient and data-driven development of NVL-520 and NVL-655 through our ARROS-1 and ALKOVE-1 studies and look forward to the opportunity to share preliminary data from the dose-escalation portion of the ARROS-1 trial later this year."
ARROS-1 is a Phase 1/2, multicenter, open-label, dose-escalation and expansion trial evaluating NVL-520 in patients with advanced ROS1-positive NSCLC and other solid tumors. ARROS-1 is actively enrolling patients with previously treated ROS1-positive solid tumors in the Phase 1 portion of the study. Additional information on the ARROS-1 trial is available on www.ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT05118789).
ALKOVE-1 is a Phase 1/2, multicenter, open-label, dose-escalation and expansion trial evaluating NVL-655 in patients with advanced ALK-positive NSCLC and other solid tumors. The Phase 1 dose-escalation portion of the study is open and enrolling patients with previously treated ALK-positive solid tumors and will evaluate the overall safety and tolerability of NVL-655. Additional objectives include determination of the recommended Phase 2 dose (RP2D), characterization of the pharmacokinetic profile, and evaluation of preliminary anti-tumor activity.
Once a safe and tolerable dose is determined as the RP2D, the ALKOVE-1 trial is designed to transition directly into the Phase 2 multiple cohort expansion portion, which will evaluate the overall activity of NVL-655 in patients with advanced ALK-positive NSCLC and other solid tumors. The Phase 2 portion will examine several cohorts of patients based on the number and type of prior anti-cancer therapies they have received. The Phase 2 cohorts are designed with the intent to expand in size, as data emerge and in collaboration with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), into potential registrational cohorts for the treatment of previously treated patients with ALK-positive NSCLC. Additional information on the ALKOVE-1 trial is available on www.ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT05384626).
"The ALKOVE-1 study has been designed with the goal of seamlessly accelerating from first-in-human dose-exploration of NVL-655 into Phase 2 cohorts evaluating a range of ALK-positive patient populations," said Darlene Noci, A.L.M., Senior Vice President of Product Development & Regulatory Affairs for Nuvalent. "We believe the growing body of preclinical data generated to date for NVL-655 continue to demonstrate its promise as a differentiated ALK-selective inhibitor with the potential to overcome the limitations of currently available therapies, and are supportive of its development throughout the treatment paradigm for patients with ALK-positive cancers."
In addition to NVL-520 and NVL-655, Nuvalent continues to advance its pipeline expansion efforts with multiple discovery-stage research programs.
NVL-520 is a brain-penetrant ROS1-selective inhibitor designed to remain active in tumors that have developed resistance to currently available ROS1 inhibitors, including tumors with the prevalent G2032R resistance mutation and those with the S1986Y/F, L2026M, or D2033N resistance mutations. NVL-520 has been optimized for brain penetrance to potentially improve treatment options for patients with brain metastases. NVL-520 has been observed in preclinical studies to selectively inhibit wild-type ROS1 and its resistance variants over the structurally related tropomyosin receptor kinase (TRK) family to potentially avoid TRK-related CNS adverse events seen with dual TRK/ROS1 inhibitors and drive more durable responses for patients. NVL-520 is currently being investigated in the ARROS-1 study (NCT05118789), a first-in-human Phase 1/2 clinical trial for patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and other solid tumors.
NVL-655 is a novel brain-penetrant ALK-selective inhibitor created to overcome limitations observed with currently available ALK inhibitors. NVL-655 is designed to remain active in tumors that have developed resistance to first-, second-, and third-generation ALK inhibitors, including tumors with the solvent front G1202R mutation or compound mutations G1202R / L1196M ("GRLM"), G1202R / G1269A ("GRGA"), or G1202R/L1198F ("GRLF"). NVL-655 has been optimized for CNS penetrance to improve treatment options for patients with brain metastases. NVL-655 has been observed in preclinical studies to selectively inhibit wild-type ALK and its resistance variants over the structurally related tropomyosin receptor kinase (TRK) family to potentially avoid TRK-related CNS adverse events seen with dual TRK/ALK inhibitors and drive more durable responses for patients. NVL-655 is currently being investigated in the ALKOVE-1 study (NCT05384626), a first-in-human Phase 1/2 clinical trial for patients with advanced ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and other solid tumors.
Nuvalent, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUVL) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on creating precisely targeted therapies for patients with cancer, designed to overcome the limitations of existing therapies for clinically proven kinase targets. Leveraging deep expertise in chemistry and structure-based drug design, we develop innovative small molecules that have the potential to overcome resistance, minimize adverse events, address brain metastases, and drive more durable responses. Nuvalent is advancing a robust pipeline with parallel lead programs in ROS1-positive and ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), along with multiple discovery-stage research programs. We routinely post information that may be important to investors on our website at www.nuvalent.com. Follow us on Twitter (@nuvalent) and LinkedIn.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, including, without limitation, implied and express statements regarding Nuvalent's strategy, business plans, and focus; the clinical development programs for NVL-520 and NVL-655 and the timing thereof; the potential clinical effect of NVL-520 and NVL-655; the design and enrollment of the ARROS-1 and ALKOVE-1 studies and the timing thereof; the potential of Nuvalent's pipeline programs, including NVL-520 and NVL-655; Nuvalent's research and development programs for the treatment of cancer; risks and uncertainties associated with drug development; and capital allocation. The words "may," "might," "will," "could," "would," "should," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," "aim," "goal," "intend," "believe," "expect," "estimate," "seek," "predict," "future," "project," "potential," "continue," "target" or the negative of these terms and similar words or expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Drug development and commercialization involve a high degree of risk, and only a small number of research and development programs result in commercialization of a product. You should not place undue reliance on these statements or the scientific data presented. Any forward-looking statements in this press release are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and important factors that may cause actual events or results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by any forward-looking statements contained in this press release, including, without limitation: risks that Nuvalent may not fully enroll the ARROS-1 or ALKOVE-1 studies or that enrollment will take longer than expected; unexpected concerns that may arise from additional data, analysis, or results obtained during clinical trials; the occurrence of adverse safety events; risks of unexpected costs, delays, or other unexpected hurdles; risks that Nuvalent may not be able to nominate drug candidates from its HER2 Exon 20 and ALK IXDN programs; the direct or indirect impact of COVID-19 or other global geopolitical circumstances on the timing and anticipated timing and results of Nuvalent's clinical trials, strategy, and future operations, including the ARROS-1 and ALKOVE-1 studies; the timing and outcome of Nuvalent's planned interactions with regulatory authorities; and obtaining, maintaining, and protecting its intellectual property. These and other risks and uncertainties are described in greater detail in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, as well as any subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent Nuvalent's views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. Nuvalent explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
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OCALA, Fla., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HiBid.com facilitated the sale of more than $51.4 million (gross auction proceeds) in last week's auctions. From June 20th through the 26th, HiBid.com averaged 1.48 million bids on the site per day, with 648,253 lots sold. Currently, thousands of gold and silver coins, jewelry, watches, and diamonds are up for bidding in this week's featured auctions.
HiBid.com brings buyers and sellers together every day with a wide-ranging selection of items across hundreds of categories that appeal to bidders worldwide. HiBid is fully integrated with Auction Flex 360, providing auctioneers with a comprehensive auction management solution that supports internet-only auctions, webcast auctions, and absentee bidding.
GAP: $51,442,456
Lots Sold: 648,253
Online-Only Auctions: 1,539
Webcast Auctions: 120
Average Bidders Per Day: 902,000
Average Bids Per Day: 1.48 Million
The following list comprises the featured HiBid.com auctions for this week. Site visitors can click the Find Auctions menu at the top of the homepage for links to Featured and Hot auctions, or use the search box to find auctions nearby.
Auction Type: Live Webcast
Dates: May 26th-July 3rd
Seller: Gold Standard Auctions
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Dates: June 23rd-28th
Seller: Assured Asset Exchange
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HiBid is an online auction platform supporting webcast auctions, internet-only auctions, and internet absentee bidding. It is also available as a private-label solution. HiBid is integrated with Auction Flex 360, the market leader in auction software for live and online auctions, with capabilities that include cataloging, clerking, cashiering, accounting, mailing list management, inventory management, and multi-parcel. HiBid and Auction Flex 360 were built from the ground up to function together seamlessly.
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Talroo is recognized for its outstanding ability to place employers in front of the right candidates at the right time — in one of the tightest hiring markets in history.
AUSTIN, Texas, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Talroo, the leading provider of technology to power the recruitment of essential workers, has earned industry recognition for its labor market insights, data-driven job advertising and hiring event product, serving as a sourcing operating system for employers. Talroo helps businesses reach the candidates they need to build their essential workforce. The platform was recognized with an HR Tech Award for Best Comprehensive Solution in the Talent Acquisition category.
The HR Tech Awards program, powered by Lighthouse Research & Advisory, is designed to give buyers a short list of vetted, capable providers specific to their needs. An independent judging panel of industry analysts evaluated solution providers across several categories, including the problem(s) the technology solves, customer satisfaction, key differentiators and a product demonstration. Talroo was the only programmatic hiring solution to win Best Comprehensive Solution for Talent Acquisition
"In today's tight hiring market, employers have more of a need than ever to be in front of the right candidates at the right time," said Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer, Lighthouse Research & Advisory. "Talroo is solving this challenge by putting job ads in front of candidates in their daily online experiences, giving employers access to new talent audiences."
"It is an honor to be recognized by Lighthouse Research & Advisory for our efforts in supporting both businesses and candidates, especially as they navigate the complexities of one of the tightest hiring markets in history," said Thad Price, CEO of Talroo. "We are constantly innovating to raise the bar in the talent acquisition industry. Our passion is to develop technology that makes it easy for businesses to attract and source and candidates, so that business' recruiters have time to build candidate relationships — and ultimately, hire."
To learn more about Talroo, visit talroo.com/ and click here for the complete 2022 list of Lighthouse Research & Advisory HR Tech Award winners.
About Talroo
Talroo is a data-driven job and hiring event advertising platform that helps businesses reach the candidates they need to build their essential workforce. Through AI, unique talent audiences, and a pay-for-performance model, Talroo enables companies to find their ideal candidates and reduce cost-per-hire. Talroo has earned a spot on the Inc. 500/5000 list of fastest-growing companies for six consecutive years. To learn how Talroo can help your organization hire better, visit talroo.com/
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JERICHO, N.Y., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESQ) (the "Company"), the holding company for Esquire Bank, National Association ("Esquire Bank"), today announced its first regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share of common stock, payable on June 1, 2022 to each stockholder of record on May 16, 2022.
"Our consistent industry leading growth and returns has afforded us the opportunity to initiate our first and reoccurring quarterly cash dividend," stated Andrew C. Sagliocca, Chief Executive Officer and President. "Our excellent performance provides us the capacity to both reward our shareholders on a current basis and continue to create long-term value beyond our financial sector peer group for our investors, our national and local markets that we serve, and our dedicated employees."
About Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc.
Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc. is a financial holding company headquartered in Jericho, New York, with one branch office in Jericho, New York and an administrative office in Boca Raton, Florida. Its wholly-owned subsidiary, Esquire Bank, National Association, is a full service commercial bank dedicated to serving the financial needs of the legal industry and small businesses nationally, as well as commercial and retail customers in the New York metropolitan area. The bank offers tailored products and solutions to the legal community and their clients as well as dynamic and flexible payment processing solutions to small business owners. For more information, visit www.esquirebank.com.
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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "This recipe was passed down to me from my mother. I thought that others would enjoy it," said an inventor, from Eugene, Ore., "so I invented CORDOVA COFFEE LIQOUR. This refreshing and flavorful product can be served at parties, holidays and barbecues or at restaurants and bars."
The invention provides a new pre-mixed alcoholic beverage with a smooth, mellow taste. In doing so, it offers a unique alternative to traditional alcoholic beverages. It also would be delicious and satisfying. The invention features a novel recipe that is easy to serve and enjoy so it is ideal for individuals 21 years of age and older. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Portland sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-PTA-108, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I developed this idea to create a convenient way to carry a touch stick that self-sanitizes with my own favorite hand sanitizer," said an inventor, from Fort Benning, Ga. "The ALWAYS SANITIZED TOUCH STICK prevents having to directly touch germy surfaces that a plethora of people have touched before me. My design allows the users to pull the touch stick away from the sanitizing base that stays attached to a lanyard, purse, or any item of the user's choosing. This makes it easy to use on-the-go."
The patent-pending invention provides an improved way to use public keypads, touchscreens and buttons. It ensures the touch stick can be immediately sanitized after use. As a result, it helps to reduce the spread of germs and viruses and it provides added protection and peace of mind during the current pandemic and any future outbreaks. Additionally, the invention features an easy way to change out sanitizer and a portable design that is simple to use so it is ideal for the general population.
The original design was submitted to the Atlanta sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-ALL-2833, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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APPLE VALLEY, Minn., June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Uponor Corporation (Uponor) has named Andres Caballero president of its Building Solutions – North America division and a member of the Executive Committee at Uponor. He will be based in Apple Valley, Minn., reporting to Michael Rauterkus, president and CEO, Uponor Corporation.
Andres has extensive leadership experience, including more than a decade at Honeywell International Inc., leading global businesses in Environmental and Control Solutions, Building Solutions, Honeywell Homes, and Sensing and Control. Prior to joining Honeywell, Andres led the Americas business for the Topcon-Danfoss joint venture and led the Latin America business for the Danfoss Mobile Electronics division. More recently, Andres has founded and run three businesses active in management consulting, AI technology, and music.
"I am delighted to welcome Andres to Uponor," says Rauterkus. "He is a leader with a strong customer and commercial focus and has broad international experience in the manufacturing industry. His entrepreneurial spirit and proven track record in growing businesses will be important in taking our Uponor North America operation to the next level, while also expanding the company's leadership position through new channels and new offerings."
"I am honored to join a leading organization like Uponor," says Caballero. "I am excited by the company's growth strategy, tradition of innovation, and people-first culture. I look forward to working with the Executive Committee and the North American leadership team to continue accelerating the growth of the company."
Current interim president of Building Solutions – North America, John Reutter, will return to his duties as vice president of Finance upon Andres' commencement with the company.
"I warmly thank John for his strong commitment to the organization," says Rauterkus. "I value the leadership he provided during this interim period and look forward to continuing to work with him in his vice president of Finance role of Building Solutions – North America."
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BERLIN (AP) — Swiss authorities on Tuesday gave the green light for a pilot project under which a few hundred people in the city of Basel will be allowed to buy cannabis from pharmacies for recreational purposes.
Basel’s plan was the first to be authorized since Switzerland cleared the way for time-limited pilot projects last May. At present, growing, importing, producing and selling cannabis are banned in the country.
The Federal Office of Public Health said the idea of the projects is to increase understanding of “alternative regulatory forms,” such as regulated sales at pharmacies that could be a basis for future legislation. It acknowledged that cannabis consumption is widespread, there is a robust black market and surveys show a majority in favor of rethinking the Swiss approach.
Basel’s project, which involves the local government, the University of Basel and the city’s University Psychiatric Clinics, will get under way in late summer.
Nearly 400 participants will be able to buy various cannabis products at selected pharmacies in Basel, the city government said. During the 2 1/2-year study, they will be questioned regularly on their consumption of the substance and on their physical and mental health.
The cannabis will come from Swiss supplier Pure Production, which has been granted an exemption to the law for its research. The city government said that residents of Basel who already consume cannabis and are over 18 will be eligible to participate, though applications haven’t yet started.
The Federal Office of Public Health said that passing on cannabis from pilot projects will be penalized and anyone doing so repeatedly will be kicked out of the projects. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/swiss-authorities-clear-1st-cannabis-sale-pilot-project/ | 2022-04-19T16:16:51Z |
Massive UPS strike may happen next year, experts warn
(CNN) - Labor experts say a massive strike could be brewing within the next year at UPS, the world’s biggest package courier.
It comes ahead of a high-stakes showdown between the company and the Teamsters, one of America’s oldest labor unions.
Their current contract is set to expire at the end of July 2023, and contract negotiations between UPS and the Teamsters are set to begin in the spring.
But before talks have even started, experts are predicting the company’s drivers and package handlers will end up going on strike.
It would be the largest strike against a single business in U.S. history and would affect nearly every household in America.
An estimated 6% of the nation’s gross domestic product is moved in UPS trucks every year.
The shipping giant moves 21.5 million U.S. packages a day.
The U.S. Postal Service, Amazon and Fed-Ex wouldn’t be able to cover the shortfall in the event of a strike at UPS.
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SINGAPORE, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HistoIndex, a global leading artificial intelligence digital pathology (AI-DP) provider, announced that its AI-based qFibrosis®, qSteatosis® and qBallooning® algorithms delivered sensitivity and granularity on a greater scale, as compared with the current conventional histological scoring system, in quantifying treatment-associated changes in Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)[1]. AI-DP with Second Harmonic Generation/Two-photon Excitation Fluorescence (SHG/TPEF) was employed in the FLIGHT-FXR study (NCT02855164) to gather a deeper understanding of fibrosis dynamics in the overall liver biopsy, in different zones within the liver lobules and its colocalized spatial relation to changes in steatosis and hepatocyte ballooning in patients with non-cirrhotic NASH who were treated with Tropifexor (TXR). Findings from the 48-week study were recently published in the online issue of the Journal of Hepatology.
Results of the FLIGHT-FXR study showed that the AI-based qFibrosis highlighted treatment-associated regression of overall liver fibrosis, as well as marked regression in perisinusoidal fibrosis in patients with either significant fibrosis (F2) or advanced fibrosis (F3) at baseline. A concomitant zonal quantification of the fibrosis and steatosis parameters using qFibrosis and qSteatosis revealed that patients with greater qSteatosis reduction also have the greatest reduction in perisinusoidal fibrosis. This shows that hepatic lipid load reduction, as a result of anti-metabolic treatment, drives fibrosis regression initially in the perisinusoidal regions.
Says Professor Nikolai Naoumov MD, PhD, Advisor in Digital Pathology, Drug Development and Research in Liver Diseases, and principal author of the study, "SHG AI-based platform is able to quantify precisely fibrosis changes while avoiding variations caused by staining, and provides novel insights in treatment-induced fibrosis regression, which are not captured by current staging systems. In addition, quantifying changes in steatosis and hepatocyte ballooning concomitantly in a colocalized spatial environment demonstrated the direct association between improvement in the metabolic activity of NAFLD with fibrosis regression. This SHG approach has demonstrated great potential for clinical trial investigators to understand treatment efficacy and disease mechanisms of NASH."
Adding to this is Professor Arun Sanyal, Professor of the Internal Medicine Department, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at Virginia Commonwealth University, and co-author of the study states "This work demonstrates that SHG imaging and automated digital analytics can not only assist pathologists evaluate changes in liver histology in a more granular and accurate way but also provides novel insights on the evolution of fibrosis and changes in fibrosis upon initiation of therapy. These have important implications for drug development and the way treatment responses are assessed in phase 2B and 3 trials".
About HistoIndex
Founded in Singapore, HistoIndex is a leading MedTech/Healthcare company that specializes in its proprietary integrated stain-free AI digital pathology platform. Enabled by Second Harmonic Generation (SHG) and Two-Photon Excitation (TPE) along with automated imaging analysis algorithms, the integrated platform accurately quantifies histological features and fine measurements that are critical for the evaluation of therapeutic efficacy in clinical trials. The stain-free AI platform is currently involved in multiple FDA clinical trials for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). In addition, it has benefitted more than 150 research and academic institutes, CROs and biopharma companies around the world in drug discovery and development efforts for fibrotic diseases and cancers.
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- Digital pathology with artificial intelligence analyses provides greater insights into treatment induced fibrosis regression in NASH
Naoumov NV, Brees D, Loeffler J, Chng E, Ren Y, Lopez P, Tai D, Lamle S, Sanyal AJ. Journal of Hepatology (2022), doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhep.2022.06.018.
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Iconic French New Wave director Jean-Luc Godard dead at 91
GENEVA (AP) - Jean-Luc Godard, the ingenious “enfant terrible” of the French New Wave who revolutionized popular cinema in 1960 with his debut feature “Breathless” and stood for years as one of the world’s most vital and provocative directors has died. He was 91.
Swiss news agency ATS quoted Godard’s partner, Anne-Marie Mieville, and her producers as saying he died peacefully and surrounded by his loved ones at his home in the Swiss town of Rolle, on Lake Geneva, on Tuesday.
French President Emmanuel Macron paid tribute to Godard as “the most iconoclastic of the New Wave directors” who “invented a resolutely modern, intensely free art form.”
He added: “We have lost a national treasure, the eye of a genius.”
Godard defied convention over a long career that began in the 1950s as a film critic. He rewrote rules for camera, sound and narrative.
His films propelled Jean-Paul Belmondo to stardom and his controversial modern nativity play “Hail Mary” grabbed headlines when Pope John Paul II denounced it in 1985.
But Godard also made a string of films, often politically charged and experimental, which pleased few outside a small circle of fans and frustrated many critics through their purported overblown intellectualism.
Cannes Film Festival Director Thierry Fremaux told The Associated Press on Tuesday that he was “sad, sad. Immensely so” at the news of Godard’s death.
Born into a wealthy French-Swiss family on Dec. 3, 1930 in Paris, Godard grew up in Nyon, Switzerland, studied ethnology at the Sorbonne in France’s capital, where he was increasingly drawn to the cultural scene that flourished in the Latin Quarter “cine-club” after World War II.
He became friends with future big-name directors Francois Truffaut, Jacques Rivette and Eric Rohmer and in 1950 founded the shortlived Gazette du Cinema. By 1952 he had begun writing for the prestigious movie magazine Cahiers du Cinema.
After working on two films by Rivette and Rohmer in 1951, Godard tried to direct his first movie while traveling through North and South America with his father, but never finished it.
Back in Europe, he took a job in Switzerland as a construction worker on a dam project. He used the pay to finance his first complete film, the 1954 “Operation Concrete,” a 20-minute documentary about the building of the dam.
Returning to Paris, Godard worked as spokesman for an artists’ agency and made his first feature in 1957 — “All Boys Are Called Patrick,” released in 1959 — and continued to hone his writing.
He also began work on “Breathless,” based on a story by Truffaut. It was to be Godard’s first big success when it was released in March 1960.
The movie stars Belmondo as a penniless young thief who models himself on Hollywood movie gangsters and who, after he shoots a police officer, goes on the run to Italy with his American girlfriend, played by Jean Seeberg.
Like Truffaut’s The 400 Blows, released in 1959, Godard’s film set the new tone for French movie aesthetics. Godard rejected conventional narrative style and instead used frequent jump-cuts that mingled philosophical discussions with action scenes.
He spiced it all up with references to Hollywood gangster movies, and nods to literature and visual art.
Godard also launched what was to be a career-long participation in collective film projects, contributing scenes to “The Seven Deadly Sins” along with directors such as Claude Chabrol and Roger Vadim. He also worked with Ugo Gregoretti, Pier Paolo Pasolini and Roberto Rossellini on the Italian movie “Let’s Have a Brainwash,” with Godard’s scenes portraying a disturbing post-apocalypse world.
Godard, who was later to gain a reputation for his uncompromising left-wing political views, had a brush with French authorities in 1960 when he made “The Little Soldier.” The movie, filled with references to France’s colonial war in Algeria, was not released until 1963, a year after the conflict ended.
His work turned more starkly political by the late 1960s. In “Week End,” his characters lampoon the hypocrisy of bourgeois society even as they demonstrate the comic futility of violent class war. It came out a year before popular anger at the establishment shook France, culminating in the iconic but short-lived student unrests of May 1968.
Godard harbored a life-long sympathy for various forms of socialism depicted in films ranging from the early 1970s to early 1990s. In December 2007 he was honored by the European Film Academy with a lifetime achievement award.
Godard took potshots at Hollywood over the years.
He remained home in Switzerland rather than travel to Hollywood to receive an honorary Oscar at a private ceremony in November 2010 alongside film historian and preservationist Kevin Brownlow, director-producer Francis Ford Coppola and actor Eli Wallach.
His lifelong advocacy of the Palestinian cause also brought him repeated accusations of antisemitism, despite his insistence that he sympathized with the Jewish people and their plight in Nazi-occupied Europe.
Though the academy received some complaints about Godard being selected to receive the award, academy President Tom Sherak said the director was recognized solely “for his contributions to film in the New Wave era.”
In 2010, Godard released “Film Socialisme,” a film in three chapters first shown at the Cannes Film Festival.
Godard married Danish-born model and actress Anna Karina in 1961. She appeared in a string of movies he made during the remainder of the 1960s, all of them seen as New Wave landmarks. Notable among them were “My Life to Live,” “Alphaville” and “Crazy Pete,” — which also starred Belmondo and was rumored to have been shot without a script. They divorced in 1965.
Godard married his second wife, Anne Wiazemsky, in 1967. He later started a relationship with Swiss filmmaker Anne-Marie Miéville. Godard divorced Wiazemsky in 1979, after he had moved in with Miéville to the Swiss municipality of Rolle, where he lived with her for the rest of his life.
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Thomas Adamson in Paris and former AP correspondent John Heilprin contributed to this report.
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WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — To the many “firsts” filling Ons Jabeur’s résumé, add a new one: First Arab woman to reach the semifinals at a Grand Slam tournament.
The third-seeded Tunisian improved on last year’s quarterfinal run at Wimbledon by doing one better on Tuesday at the grass-court Grand Slam tournament. She beat Marie Bouzkova 3-6, 6-1, 6-1 on Centre Court.
“It means a lot,” said the 27-year-old Jabeur, who is ranked No. 2 in the world. “I was hoping that I could get to this stage for a long time already. … I was talking a little bit to (former Moroccan player) Hicham Arazi, and he told me, ‘Arabs always lose in the quarterfinals and we are sick of it. Please break this.’ I was, like, I’ll try, my friend.”
She tried and it’s true, she did it.
In the semifinals, Jabeur will face another newcomer to this stage at a major tournament — Tatjana Maria.
The 34-year-old German, who twice took breaks from tennis to have a child, became the oldest first-time Grand Slam semifinalist in the Open era in her 35th appearance at such a tournament. She defeated 22-year-old Jule Niemeier 4-6, 6-2, 7-5 on No. 1 Court.
Jabeur and Maria are good friends.
“I’m really happy for her that she’s getting what she deserves. I know she struggled a lot,” Jabeur said. “It’s not easy coming back after having two babies. It’s going to be a great match between us, a lot of respect, for sure.”
Jabeur has been setting record after record for Arab players in recent years. She became the first Arab woman to reach the quarterfinals at a Grand Slam tournament in 2020 at the Australian Open. In 2021, she was the first Arab player to break into the top 10 of the men’s or women’s rankings, then became the first Arab to win a WTA title, and topped it off with her record run to the Wimbledon quarterfinals.
This year, things have been going even better for Jabeur on the grass at the All England Club. She won her first four matches in straight sets and was rarely troubled in any of them.
That changed against Bouzkova, a 23-year-Czech who had never before been to the third round at a major tournament. Bouzkova’s strong start, however, didn’t last into the second set.
“She gets all the balls and doesn’t make, to win a point, easy for me,” Jabeur said. “I’m glad I stepped in with my game. I was more aggressive in the second set, and especially tactically I was playing some angles that she didn’t like much.”
Maria also lost the first set before recovering to win the next two. The victory made her only the sixth woman to reach the Wimbledon semifinals after turning 34 years old.
The previous five women — Billie Jean King, Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, Venus Williams and Serena Williams — won a combined 30 titles at the All England Club in their careers.
“To be in a list of such great players, it’s amazing,” said Maria, who had only ever reached the third round at a major once before — at Wimbledon in 2015. “I mean, to have my name in the same spot, yeah, I still cannot believe it, really.”
Maria is making her 10th appearance at the All England Club — her participation was twice interrupted to have children. Her first daughter was born in 2013 and the second came in 2021.
Tennis, despite this incredible run at Wimbledon, has taken a back seat to family ever since the kids came along.
“I think for me, that’s the most important in my life, to be a mom of my two kids. Nothing will change this,” Maria said. “I’m in the semifinal of Wimbledon, it’s crazy, but I’m still a mom. After this I will go out over there and I will see my kids and I will do the same thing what I do every single day.”
Maria was ranked outside the top 250 as recently as March, but she has worked her way back to No. 103.
She returned from her second maternity leave about a year ago and lost in the first round of the U.S. Open. At the majors this year, she lost in the first round at both the Australian Open and the French Open.
“I always believed that I have something inside, I mean, that I can do this,” Maria said. “I always believed in this, but to be now here in this spot … one year ago I gave birth to my second daughter. If somebody would tell me one year later you are in a semifinal of Wimbledon, that’s crazy.”
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VANCOUVER, BC, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX) (NYSE: EQX) ("Equinox Gold" or the "Company") has completed the sale of its Mercedes Mine in Mexico to Bear Creek Mining Corporation (TSXV: BCM), as announced on December 17, 2021, for US$75 million, a deferred cash payment of US$25 million due within six months of the date hereof, a 2% net smelter return on Mercedes production and 24.73 million shares of Bear Creek Mining.
Christian Milau, CEO of Equinox Gold, commented: "I would like to thank the Mercedes team for their dedication to the mine. As a significant shareholder of Bear Creek Mining, we look forward to participating in the success of Mercedes and future development of Bear Creek Mining's Corani silver-lead-zinc deposit, one of the largest, fully-permitted silver deposits in the world."
Equinox Gold is a Canadian mining company operating entirely in the Americas, with seven operating gold mines and a clear path to achieving more than one million ounces of annual gold production from a pipeline of development and expansion projects. Equinox Gold's common shares are listed on the TSX and the NYSE American under the trading symbol EQX. Further information about Equinox Gold's portfolio of assets and long-term growth strategy is available at www.equinoxgold.com or by email at ir@equinoxgold.com.
This news release contains certain forward-looking information and forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking statements and forward-looking information in this news release relate to, among other things: the anticipated receipt of future cash payments related to the Mercedes Mine sale and from the net smelter return on Mercedes production; the Company's equity ownership in Bear Creek Mining; the future development of Bear Creek Mining's Corani silver-lead-zinc deposit; and the Company's ability to achieve its growth and production targets. Forward-looking statements or information generally identified by the use of the words "clear path", "success", "future development" and similar expressions and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "could", "would" or "should", or the negative connotation of such terms, are intended to identify forward-looking statements and information. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements and information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements since the Company can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. The Company has based these forward-looking statements and information on the Company's current expectations and projections about future events and these assumptions include: Equinox Gold's ability to achieve the production, cost and development expectations for its operations and projects; tonnage of ore to be mined and processed; ore grades and recoveries; Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimates and the assumptions on which they are based; and the ability of Bear Creek Mining to effectively operate the Mercedes Mine and to advance its Corani project. While the Company considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available, they may prove to be incorrect. Accordingly, readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on the forward-looking statements or information contained in this news release.
The Company cautions that forward-looking statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release and the Company has made assumptions and estimates based on or related to many of these factors. Such factors include, without limitation: fluctuations in gold prices; fluctuations in prices for energy inputs, labour, materials, supplies and services; fluctuations in currency markets; operational risks and hazards inherent with the business of mining (including environmental accidents and hazards, industrial accidents, equipment breakdown, unusual or unexpected geological or structural formations, cave-ins, flooding and severe weather); inadequate insurance, or inability to obtain insurance to cover these risks and hazards; employee relations; relationships with, and claims by, local communities and Indigenous populations; the Company's ability to obtain all necessary permits, licenses and regulatory approvals in a timely manner or at all; changes in laws, regulations and government practices, including environmental, export and import laws and regulations; legal restrictions relating to mining; risks relating to expropriation; and those factors identified in the Company's MD&A dated March 23, 2022 for the year ended December 31, 2021, and its Annual Information Form dated March 24, 2022 for the year-ended December 31, 2021, both of which are available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar. Forward-looking statements and information are designed to help readers understand management's views as of that time with respect to future events and speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required by applicable law, the Company assumes no obligation to publicly announce the results of any change to any forward-looking statement or information contained or incorporated by reference to reflect actual results, future events or developments, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting the forward-looking statements and information. If the Company updates any one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that the Company will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Jesse Hall said his father had been ill, but when he passed away in September 2018, his death still came as a shock.
“My dad died so young … he was 63,” he said Wednesday in an interview with Nexstar’s KFOR.
Hall said he and his sisters began planning for a memorial and wanted to honor their father’s final wish by donating his body for medical research and education.
Working with the United Tissue Network, a nonprofit whole body donation organization, the family agreed to donate the body on the condition that the cremated remains be returned to them after two years.
They consented to a two-year placement as a whole-body cadaver specimen, a program the company uses for anatomy labs and classes at medical schools and universities.
The non-profit utilizes human tissue for a variety of programs, including physician education, surgical training, device and drug research and development, according to its website.
At the conclusion of the two-year agreement, donors are supposed to be cremated locally, and the ashes returned to United Tissue Network, then to the family if they request them.
Hall says he and his sisters hoped to eventually scatter their dad’s ashes in one of his favorite places, but were later appalled to learn that due to an error, their father’s remains had been scattered on an island in the Caribbean instead.
“We [were] on a three-way [call] and my little sister started bawling,” he said. “And I’ve never heard her cry like that, ever. And she told us that they lost dad. And I was like, ‘What do you mean, they lost dad?'”
“It’s a really big mess-up,” he added. “I mean [they] lost a human being.”
The family said they were initially led to believe that their father’s ashes had been scattered in the Caribbean Sea; however, in an emailed statement to KFOR Wednesday, a UTN representative offered a different explanation.
“The donor in this matter was transferred to American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in Sint Maarten (Saint Martin) in November of 2018,” read the statement from the company’s general council, in part.
The statement continued, reading, “Unfortunately, when United Tissue Network inquired with regard to the status of the cremation and the expected return of the cremated remains we discovered that the donor’s cremated remains were in error interred in a local cemetery, rather than returned to United Tissue Network as originally agreed. There was some initial confusion as university personnel initially reported the remains had been scattered at sea. However, UTN’s internal inquiry in which the crematory was contacted directly concerning disposition revealed the cremated remains were in fact interred in a common ceremonial burial in a local cemetery.”
The United Tissue Network’s General Counsel, Hal Ezzell went on to say that the occurrence was unique for the program’s 13-year history, adding that in an internal inquiry, they “determined that the most likely reason for the error was the university’s closure and personnel turnover during the COVID-19 pandemic.”
“[We] deeply regret that we were ultimately unable to return to the family the ashes of their loved ones as expected,” Ezzell said in the statement.
“They apologized [when the incident happened], and [they said] if there’s anything they can do for us, to reach out to them. That’s what they said. And they left it at that,” Hall said. “Maybe they [United Tissue Network] learned something out of it…hopefully they did.”
The family has sued the company, citing a breach of contract, negligence, and an intentional infliction of emotional distress.
“Obviously we’re not going to get the ashes back,” Hall added. “We’re going through trials…I just want resolve.”
The case is set for a civil trial, but a court date has not yet been determined. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/oklahoma-family-learns-dads-remains-lost-after-being-donated-for-medical-research/ | 2022-06-23T14:38:45Z |
DENVER, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Edison Interactive, a leading content management system for connected devices, was named a winner of the 2022 Colorado Companies to Watch (CCTW), making the prestigious list for the first time since the company's 2016 founding. With 2,863 percent revenue growth over a recent three year period, this honor acknowledges Edison's drive, excellence and success within the technology industry. CCTW recognizes high-performing second-stage companies across Colorado for their performance in the marketplace, innovative products, unique processes and philanthropic actions. CCTW winners collectively make a $5.8 billion economic impact on Colorado's economy, driving monumental revenue and providing high-quality jobs.
"We are proud to be a Colorado-based company and are thankful CCTW celebrates innovative companies in this beautiful state. As a Colorado native, I can't imagine a better place to call home and really value the work-life balance that Colorado has to offer," said Edison Interactive CEO and CoFounder Jeremy Ostermiller.
More than 1,000 Colorado companies are nominated for the CCTW honor annually and just 50 make the final roster. It is among Edison's rapidly growing list of accomplishments, including having been named #144 on the 2021 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S.
"CCTW's time-honored and rigorous judging process has revealed Colorado's most visionary, innovative and successful second-stage companies. These companies employ approximately 30% of our state's talent and have made a $595M impact on Colorado's economy," remarked Kim Woodworth, Executive Director of the Economic Development Council of Colorado and CCTW's 2022 Board Chair. "A more resounding impact is the amount of investment they've given back to Colorado's non-profits serving our local communities."
Edison Interactive is a leading out-of-home (OOH) content management system (CMS) for connected devices in hotels and beyond. For more information, visit EdisonInteractive.com.
Edison Interactive is a leading out-of-home (OOH) content management system (CMS) for connected devices in golf cars, rental vehicles, hotel rooms and beyond. Focused on digitally transforming the customer experience, Edison is known for its vast network of premium displays, digital signage and infotainment solutions. The Edison platform delivers valuable back-end insights and management capabilities for businesses while providing end-users with meaningful content and features that can be monetized. With a predominantly Fortune 500 client base, including Verizon Wireless, Avis Budget Group and Yahoo!, EI was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. For more, visit www.edisoninteractive.com.
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FDA granted IND clearance for OBX-115, Obsidian's lead engineered TIL therapy, for the treatment of patients with solid tumors
HOUSTON and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Obsidian Therapeutics, Inc. today announced Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of an Investigational New Drug (IND) application for an MD Anderson-sponsored Phase I clinical study of OBX-115, Obsidian's lead engineered tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy candidate.
OBX-115 has been developed in collaboration with MD Anderson as part of an agreement announced in 2020. The planned first-in-human single-arm, open-label, Phase I study will evaluate the safety and preliminary efficacy of OBX-115 as monotherapy in adult patients with metastatic melanoma who are relapsed or refractory to prior therapeutic regimens containing anti-PD-1 antibodies.
"There is a significant opportunity to improve the standard of care in melanoma, especially in later line patients and those who have not responded well to immune checkpoint therapies," said Rodabe Amaria, M.D., associate professor of Melanoma Medical Oncology at MD Anderson and principal investigator of the OBX-115 study. "Preclinical studies suggest OBX-115 has the potential to show efficacy in these patients, and OBX-115 does not require patients to receive concomitant IL2 therapy. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Obsidian to advance this novel therapy for our patients in need of new treatment options."
The OBX-115 therapy for the Phase I trial is planned to be manufactured by CTMC, a joint venture between MD Anderson and National Resilience, Inc. CTMC was launched to speed the development and manufacturing of innovative cell therapies for patients with cancer. CTMC researchers, formerly part of MD Anderson's Therapeutics Discovery division, contributed to the early development of OBX-115.
"The FDA clearance of the IND application for OBX-115 represents an important milestone for Obsidian and our colleagues at MD Anderson, and it is the result of years of commitment to developing a novel class of engineered TILs," said Paul Wotton, Ph.D., CEO of Obsidian Therapeutics. "We believe OBX-115 therapy has the potential to significantly transform the treatment landscape for patients, bringing broader access to TILs with the elimination of concomitant IL2 therapy, and the potential to achieve improved clinical outcomes."
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About MD Anderson
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston ranks as one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. The institution's sole mission is to end cancer for patients and their families around the world. MD Anderson is one of only 53 comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). MD Anderson is No. 1 for cancer in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals" rankings. It has been named one of the nation's top two hospitals for cancer since the rankings began in 1990. MD Anderson receives a cancer center support grant from the NCI of the National Institutes of Health (P30 CA016672).
About OBX-115
OBX-115 is a novel engineered tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy armed with regulated membrane-bound IL15 that is designed to remove the need for concomitant IL2 therapy, a toxic and costly requirement for conventional TILs. OBX-115 preclinical data have demonstrated enhanced TIL persistence, potency and improved tumor control compared to unengineered TILs, which is anticipated to improve clinical outcomes in patients suffering from different types of solid tumors.
About Obsidian Therapeutics
Obsidian Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical biotechnology company pioneering engineered cell and gene therapies to deliver transformative outcomes for patients with intractable diseases. Obsidian's proprietary cytoDRiVE® technology provides a way to precisely control the timing and level of protein function by using FDA-approved small molecules. Obsidian is headquartered in Cambridge, Mass. The Company has collaborations with Bristol Myers Squibb and Vertex Pharmaceuticals. For more information, please visit www.obsidiantx.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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Starbucks introduces new chocolate-flavored coffee
Published: May. 10, 2022 at 8:02 AM CDT|Updated: 32 minutes ago
(CNN) - If you like chocolate, Starbucks has a new drink for you.
Starbucks added a new chocolate cold brew to its menu on Tuesday.
The drink is topped with a light chocolate-cream foam and is sweetened with vanilla syrup.
Cold beverages, like iced coffees and Frappuccinos, have been extremely successful for Starbucks.
Interim CEO Howard Schultz said in last week’s earnings call that they account for “almost 80% of the business.”
Starbucks said its new chocolatey drink is meant to convey a “nostalgic” feeling of summer but will be available all year long.
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DUBLIN, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) on Thursday, August 18, 2022, approved the fiscal year 2023 second quarter cash dividend of $0.68 per ordinary share, representing an 8% increase over the prior year. This quarterly declaration is consistent with the dividend announcement made by the company in May 2022. Medtronic is a constituent of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index, having increased its annual dividend payment for the past 45 consecutive years. The dividend is payable on October 14, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 23, 2022.
About Medtronic
Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are Medtronic. Medtronic plc, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, is the leading global healthcare technology company that boldly attacks the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people across 150 countries. Our technologies and therapies treat 70 health conditions and include cardiac devices, surgical robotics, insulin pumps, surgical tools, patient monitoring systems, and more. Powered by our diverse knowledge, insatiable curiosity, and desire to help all those who need it, we deliver innovative technologies that transform the lives of two people every second, every hour, every day. Expect more from us as we empower insight-driven care, experiences that put people first, and better outcomes for our world. In everything we do, we are engineering the extraordinary. For more information on Medtronic (NYSE:MDT), visit www.Medtronic.com and follow @Medtronic on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as those described in Medtronic's periodic reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results may differ materially from anticipated results.
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NEW YORK, May 14, 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.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Mullen 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 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.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Mullen overstates its ability and timeline regarding production; (2) Mullen overstates its deals with business partners, including Qiantu Motors; (3) Mullen overstates its battery technology and capabilities; (4) Mullen overstates its ability to sell its branded products; (5) Net Element did not conduct proper due diligence into Mullen Technologies; (6) the Dragonfly K50 was not (solely) delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic; and (7) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and/or misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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John Roberts calls release of draft Roe v. Wade reversal a ‘singular and egregious breach’ of trust and orders an investigation
By Ariane de Vogue, CNN Supreme Court Reporter
Chief Justice John Roberts says the Supreme Court will investigate the release of a draft opinion that would strike down Roe v. Wade and called the episode “a singular and egregious breach” of trust.
“This was a singular and egregious breach of that trust that is an affront to the Court and the community of public servants who work here. I have directed the Marshal of the Court to launch an investigation into the source of the leak,” Roberts said in a statement Tuesday.
“To the extent this betrayal of the confidences of the Court was intended to undermine the integrity of our operations, it will not succeed,” Roberts said. “The work of the Court will not be affected in any way. We at the Court are blessed to have a workforce — permanent employees and law clerks alike — intensely loyal to the institution and dedicated to the rule of law. Court employees have an exemplary and important tradition of respecting the confidentiality of the judicial process and upholding the trust of the Court.”
The court’s public affairs office confirmed the document published by Politico is “authentic,” but stressed that “it does not represent a decision by the Court or the final position of any member on the issues in the case.”
According to the draft authored by Justice Samuel Alito, the court would overturn Roe v. Wade’s holding of a federal constitutional right to an abortion.
It appears that five justices would be voting to overturn Roe. Roberts did not want to completely overturn Roe v. Wade, meaning he would have dissented from part of Alito’s draft opinion, sources tell CNN, likely with the court’s three liberals.
That would mean that the five conservative justices that would make up the majority overturning Roe are Alito and Justices Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett.
The court did not comment on the potential breakdown of how justices would vote. Roberts did not respond to questions from CNN at his house Tuesday morning.
This story is breaking and will be updated.
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January trial date set for ex-NY lieutenant governor in corruption case
NEW YORK (AP) — A January trial date was set Thursday for former New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin to face charges that he traded his clout as a state senator for campaign contributions.
The Jan. 23 date was set by U.S. District Judge J. Paul Oetken in Manhattan during an otherwise routine pretrial hearing.
Benjamin’s lawyer, Barry Berke, told Oetken he thinks there will be no trial because he will prove prosecutors overreached by charging Benjamin last month.
The arrest spoiled the Democrat’s plans to join New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, another Democrat, in her campaign for governor. Benjamin resigned as lieutenant governor after pleading not guilty on the day of his arrest.
“We believe it’s the most aggressive political corruption case ever pursued in any court,” Berke said.
Berke said the prosecution’s claims were “not a crime.” The government alleges Benjamin obtained campaign contributions from a real estate developer in exchange for Benjamin’s agreement to use his influence as a state senator to get a $50,000 grant of state funds for a nonprofit organization the developer controlled.
The lawyer said earlier court cases have shown that what occurred between Benjamin and the real estate developer was common practice and for centuries has not been illegal.
“We have not found a single case that has ever been brought that is remotely close to this case,” he said.
“It is absolutely not a crime,” Berke added. “The indictment should and will be dismissed.”
Responding to the argument, Assistant U.S. Attorney David Abramowicz said prosecutors were well aware of court cases Berke cited as proof that the indictment should be dismissed.
“We don’t believe there are any grounds for dismissal of the indictment,” he said.
Benjamin did not comment as he left the courthouse.
In September, Hochul chose Benjamin, then a state lawmaker, to serve as second-in-command when she became governor after Democrat Andrew Cuomo resigned amid allegations he sexually harassed 11 women, which he denied.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/05/12/january-trial-date-set-ex-ny-lieutenant-governor-corruption-case/ | 2022-05-12T17:39:14Z |
Wild shootout at 7-Eleven store caught on video; police now searching for 2 suspects
By Eric Resendiz
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MONTEBELLO, California (KABC) — A wild shootout inside a 7-Eleven store in Montebello was captured on surveillance video, prompting a search for two suspects.
It happened on Saturday, April 30, just before 10 p.m. at the store located on the corner of Beach Street and Greenwood Avenue.
Video posted to the Montebello Police Department’s Facebook page shows the shootout unfold in front of several customers.
The footage shows a man wearing a light-colored long-sleeved shirt and a white baseball cap walking toward the exit when he encounters another man.
The two exchange words and in seconds, a shootout begins.
Customers who were checking out are seen immediately ducking for cover as multiple shots were fired. The clerk is seen hiding underneath the cash register.
Montebello public information officer Michael Chee said it’s unknown what sparked the shootout. It’s also unclear if the two men knew each other.
“We are happy to report that no one was hurt or injured,” Chee said. “Miraculously no one was injured by the bullets or the gunfire. But the suspects do remain at large.”
The gun battle has left workers at the store on edge.
“I could have been back here,” said store cashier Javier Romero. “It’s a really scary thing. You just hit the floor, pray that you don’t get hit.”
Romero says he wasn’t working when the shooting happened, but he saw police surrounding the area.
“I couldn’t come in because the cops were around everywhere, but from what I heard, there were two people having an argument and they started shooting at each other,” he said.
Montebello police are asking anyone with information to contact Det. Fivecoat at 323-887-1247.
You can also submit an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
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