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NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This press release provides shareholders of Cohen & Steers Total Return Realty Fund, Inc. (NYSE: RFI) (the "Fund") with information regarding the sources of the distribution to be paid on June 30, 2022 and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date.
In December 2011, the Fund implemented a managed distribution policy in accordance with exemptive relief issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The managed distribution policy seeks to deliver the Fund's long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions declared at a fixed rate per common share. The policy gives the Fund greater flexibility to realize long-term capital gains throughout the year and to distribute those gains on a regular monthly basis to shareholders. The Board of Directors of the Fund may amend, terminate or suspend the managed distribution policy at any time, which could have an adverse effect on the market price of the Fund's shares.
The Fund's monthly distributions may include long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income and/or return of capital for federal income tax purposes. Return of capital includes distributions paid by the Fund in excess of its net investment income and net realized capital gains and such excess is distributed from the Fund's assets. A return of capital is not taxable; rather, it reduces a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares of the Fund. In addition, distributions from the Fund's investments in real estate investment trusts (REITs) may later be characterized as capital gains and/or a return of capital, depending on the character of the dividends reported to the Fund after year-end by REITs held by the Fund. The amount of monthly distributions may vary depending on a number of factors, including changes in portfolio and market conditions.
At the time of each monthly distribution, information will be posted to cohenandsteers.com and mailed to shareholders in a concurrent notice. However, this information may change at the end of the year because the final tax characteristics of the Fund's distributions cannot be determined with certainty until after the end of the calendar year. Final tax characteristics of all of the Fund's distributions will be provided on Form 1099-DIV, which is mailed after the close of the calendar year.
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year-to-date from the sources indicated. All amounts are expressed per common share.
You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's managed distribution policy. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this Notice are only estimates, are likely to change over time, and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for accounting and tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The amounts and sources of distributions year-to-date may be subject to additional adjustments.
*THE FUND WILL SEND YOU A FORM 1099-DIV FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR THAT WILL TELL YOU HOW TO REPORT THESE DISTRIBUTIONS FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES.
The Fund's Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return for fiscal year 2022 (January 1, 2022 through May 31, 2022) is set forth below. Shareholders should take note of the relationship between the Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return with the Fund's Cumulative Distribution Rate for 2022. In addition, the Fund's Average Annual Total Return for the five-year period ending May 31, 2022 is set forth below. Shareholders should note the relationship between the Average Annual Total Return with the Fund's Current Annualized Distribution Rate for 2022. The performance and distribution rate information disclosed in the table is based on the Fund's net asset value per share (NAV). The Fund's NAV is calculated as the total market value of all the securities and other assets held by the Fund minus the total liabilities, divided by the total number of shares outstanding. While NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's individual investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market.
Fund Performance and Distribution Rate Information:
- Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return is the percentage change in the Fund's NAV over the year-to-date time period including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of those distributions.
- Cumulative Distribution Rate for the Fund's current fiscal period (January 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022) measured on the dollar value of distributions in the year-to-date period as a percentage of the Fund's NAV as of May 31, 2022.
- Average Annual Total Return represents the compound average of the Annual NAV Total Returns of the Fund for the five-year period ending May 31, 2022. Annual NAV Total Return is the percentage change in the Fund's NAV over a year including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of those distributions.
- The Current Annualized Distribution Rate is the current fiscal period's distribution rate annualized as a percentage of the Fund's NAV as of May 31, 2022.
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expense of the Fund carefully before investing. You can obtain the Fund's most recent periodic reports, when available, and other regulatory filings by contacting your financial advisor or visiting cohenandsteers.com. These reports and other filings can be found on the Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR Database. You should read these reports and other filings carefully before investing.
Shareholders should not use the information provided here in preparing their tax returns. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year indicating how to report Fund distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Website: https://www.cohenandsteers.com/
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About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release and other statements that Cohen & Steers may make may contain forward looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which reflect the company's current views with respect to, among other things, its operations and financial performance. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "seeks," "approximately," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates," or the negative versions of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties.
Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
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MELBOURNE, Fla., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- System Innovation Group, a leading provider of customized communications solutions, has been awarded a $1M contract to provide 5G commercial cellular equipment to enhance communications services for an electronics design and manufacturing facility.
"SIG continues to demonstrate our cellular technical expertise with this 5G deployment. We value this new customer relationship and are excited to help them grow as they enhance their technical capabilities." – Shawn Gallagher, President
Under this contract, System Innovation Group will provide a comprehensive 5G cellular solution and technical engineering expertise for installation and operational support.
"This expansion into 5G deployments is a significant addition to our capability and experience. The project leverages our core strength in cellular design and will provide benefits that move the customer's team forward in ways that other technologies cannot.", said Eric Salyers, CTO of System Innovation Group.
About System Innovation Group
System Innovation Group, LLC is a leading developer of customized private communications solutions that enable users to operate around the world securely and effectively. From industrial sites to remote battlefields, System Innovation Group's products and technology are utilized under the most extreme conditions. www.SystemInnovationGroup.com
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ATLANTA -- Georgia and the United States could be heading for a new wave of COVID-19, but public health officials are hoping new infections won’t bring new hospitalizations and deaths as in previous waves since more residents are now vaccinated.
In both the U.S. and Georgia, COVID-19 case numbers have been relatively flat, though data show a type of COVID-19 called the BA.5 subvariant has increased rapidly and now makes up 65% of cases.
“This BA.5 subvariant is much more transmissible and has really an inherent increased ability to evade immunity, both from natural infection and also from earlier vaccine as well,” state epidemiologist Dr. Cherie Drenzek said at a state Department of Public Health meeting Tuesday. “Because of this, it’s likely that we will experience future case increases as well, as the (subvariant) continues to spread.”
The average number of infections in Georgia rose from 1,650 in the last week of May to 2,244 in the last week of June, and hospitalizations are also moving in the wrong direction.
COVID-19 patients made up 7.5% of all admissions in Georgia Tuesday, up from 6.8% the week before, according to the Georgia Hospital Association. Around this time last month, COVID patients made up about 4.8% of admissions. The state’s highest rate came in September 2021, when 35.7% of hospital patients were being treated for COVID-19.
“Our hospitalizations are bumping up just a little, but our deaths are definitely decreasing as well,” Drenzek said. “The severe outcomes that we were seeing relative to case numbers earlier are not there. These boosters are still holding very well against severe outcomes, and I want to just highlight as well, even though with this BA.5 rising, just looking at the daily number of cases is not always an accurate view of what’s going on. We’re seeing increased community transmission, the magnitude of this wave is greater than the number shown because of home testing and other factors.
“No matter what, caution and prevention measures, even the traditional ones, from the very beginning, are very prudent, but especially vaccination and boosting."
Drenzek was seconded by Georgia Public Health Commissioner Dr. Kathleen Toomey.
“I hear people say to me just at the store, not necessarily here in the public health setting, but as I meet them on the street, ‘Why should I get vaccinated? Why should I get boosted? I know people who are getting infected, and they had all these boosters, they had all the vaccines,’” she said. “And I just want to remind everyone, not only how important it is but that we don’t see the increase in deaths, we don’t see the increase in hospitalizations reciprocal to what we know are the number of cases increasing in the community.”
About 55% of Georgia residents are fully vaccinated, putting the state near the bottom of national rankings. About 67% of Americans are fully vaccinated, according to data compiled by The New York Times.
To help convince those remaining unvaccinated Georgians, the state health department is introducing a new advertising campaign on broadcast and social media, as well as on billboards and bus stops.
The campaign, called “It’s that simple,” features photographs of smiling people enjoying activities like shopping, dining out and attending church.
“We’re going after a COVID-weary public by not telling them what to do but reminding them of some of the things that they’ve missed the last few years,” department communications director Nancy Nydam said. “And we’re relying heavily on images that remind people about those things and saying that those are possible again, in large part due to COVID vax and boosters.”
The Biden administration Tuesday released details of its strategy for managing the BA.5 strain, which includes providing vaccines, boosters and masks and educating the public about how to use them.
“To confront BA.5, the administration will continue mobilizing the full strength and capabilities of the federal government and working with state and local leaders, health care workers, the private sector, and community- and faith-based organizations to ensure that the American people have easy and convenient access to and use vaccines, tests, and treatments,” the White House said in a statement.
Still, government efforts to promote COVID-19 safety continue to be met with skepticism. Last summer, Toomey said several events had been disrupted by anti-vaccine protesters and one had been shut down.
On Tuesday, former Republican U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler retweeted a Wall Street Journal editorial critiquing Biden for extending the COVID-19 public health emergency.
“The government wants an endless COVID emergency to justify the endless expansion of the welfare state,” Loeffler wrote. “Not just vote-buying ahead of the mid-terms, but socialism. It’s always been about control.” | https://www.albanyherald.com/news/public-health-officials-warn-against-covid-complacency/article_f566c260-02c6-11ed-8901-9b7a599ac034.html | 2022-07-13T17:12:07Z |
CEDARHURST, N.Y., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The securities litigation law firm of Kuznicki Law PLLC issues this alert to shareholders of Arqit Quantum Inc. f/k/a Centricus Acquisition Corp. (NasdaqCM: ARQQ, ARQQW, CENH, CENHU, CENHW) if they purchased the Company's securities between September 7, 2021 and April 18, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period") and/or held Centricus securities as of August 31, 2021 and were eligible to vote at the special meeting on the merger between Arqit and Centricus. Shareholders have until July 5, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in the securities class action lawsuit.
Shareholders are encouraged to contact us at https://kclasslaw.com/cases/securities/nasdaqcm-arqq/, by calling toll-free at 1-833-835-1495 or by email (dk@kclasslaw.com).
Kuznicki Law PLLC is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a Company lead to artificial inflation of the Company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Unilever PLC (NYSE: UL) between September 2, 2020 and July 21, 2021, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 15, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Unilever securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Unilever class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7063 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 15, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. 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 in July 2020, Ben & Jerry's board passed a resolution to end sales of its ice cream in "Occupied Palestinian Territory" as well as the risks attendant to the board's decision. Additionally, Unilever's s description of its legal risks was materially false and misleading because Unilever acknowledged that complying with all applicable laws and regulations was important but omitted discussing Ben & Jerry's boycott decision, which risked adverse governmental actions for violations of laws, executive orders, or resolutions aimed at discouraging boycotts, divestment, and sanctions of Israel adopted by 35 U.S. states ("Anti-BDS Legislation").
On July 19, 2021, Unilever and its hand-picked Ben & Jerry's CEO, finally "operationalized" the Ben & Jerry's board's resolution to boycott. Ben & Jerry's announced on its website and through its Twitter account that, upon the expiration of the current licensing agreement by which its products had been distributed in Israel for decades, Ben & Jerry's would end sales of its ice cream in "Occupied Palestinian Territory" but Ben & Jerry's would purportedly continue to sell its products in Israel.
Ultimately, the states of New York, New Jersey, Florida, Texas, Illinois, Colorado, and Arizona announced decisions to divest their pension fund investments in Unilever due to violations of their Anti-BDS Legislation.
When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Unilever class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7063 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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- Two industry leaders join forces to empower people living with diabetes by providing information and insights to improve weight loss, glucose control and overall health
- Collaboration will create a seamless, integrated experience between Abbott's world-leading continuous glucose monitoring device1 and WeightWatchers' number one doctor-recommended weight loss program2 to help individuals better understand and manage their diabetes and weight
ABBOTT PARK, Ill., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Abbott (NYSE: ABT) and WW International, Inc. ("WeightWatchers" or "WW") today announced a strategic partnership that will help people living with diabetes better understand and manage their diabetes and weight. The companies are working together to integrate WeightWatchers' diabetes-tailored weight management program with Abbott's portfolio of FreeStyle Libre® products to create a seamless mobile experience that will give people living with diabetes the information and insights needed to make healthy adjustments to their diet, improve their glucose levels, and, ultimately, gain more control of their health.
Maintaining a healthy body weight and having proper nutrition are critical to living well with diabetes.3 Yet, for many people living with diabetes, determining what to eat and following a meal plan is the most challenging part of diabetes management.4 Through this partnership, participants can receive glucose insights from Abbott's FreeStyle Libre sensor-based technology that show the impact of food choices, alongside the empirically validated5 WeightWatchers' diabetes-tailored nutritional guidance to help them achieve their healthier living goals.
"We strive to put our customers at the heart of everything we do, and that includes forming strategic partnerships with key industry leaders, like WeightWatchers, to provide new services and offerings that can greatly improve the quality of life for people living with diabetes," said Jared Watkin, senior vice president of Abbott's diabetes care business. "By combining our world-leading1 FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring technology with WeightWatchers' number one doctor-recommended weight loss program,2 people with diabetes, in particular, those with Type 2 diabetes and less intensively managed by doctors, can have the insights they need to take control of their health."
The two companies will work together to allow Abbott's FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring systems and the WeightWatchers mobile app to share information so that people living with diabetes can see their glucose data alongside WeightWatchers' diabetes-tailored program.
"It's proven that lifestyle changes, including shifts in patterns of eating and activity routines, are a crucial component of diabetes management and can help improve glycemic control,6" said Sima Sistani, chief executive officer of WeightWatchers. "We've partnered with Abbott, a leader in diabetes care, to make it possible for people with diabetes to reach their weight and healthy living goals while enjoying the foods they love and better managing their glucose levels."
The partnership will initially focus on solutions for people living with diabetes within the United States in 2023.
About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Connect with Abbott at www.abbott.com, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
About WW International, Inc.
WeightWatchers is a human-centric technology company powered by the world's leading commercial weight management program. For nearly six decades, we have inspired millions of people to adopt healthy habits for real life. Through our comprehensive tools, expert Coaches and community, members follow our proven, sustainable, science-based program focused on weight loss. To learn more about the WeightWatchers approach to healthy living, please visit ww.com. For more information about our global business, visit our corporate website at corporate.ww.com.
Indications and Important Safety Information
FreeStyle Libre 14 day system: Failure to use FreeStyle Libre 14 day system as instructed in labeling may result in missing a severe low or high glucose event and/or making a treatment decision, resulting in injury. If readings do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate or contact Abbott at 855-632-8658 or FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.
FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 systems: Failure to use FreeStyle Libre 2 or FreeStyle Libre 3 systems as instructed in labeling may result in missing a severe low or high glucose event and/or making a treatment decision, resulting in injury. If glucose alarms and readings do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate or contact Abbott at 855-632-8658 or FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.
1Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care. Data based on the number of users worldwide for the FreeStyle Libre portfolio compared to the number of users for other leading personal use, sensor-based glucose monitoring systems.
2 Based on a 2020 IQVIA survey of 14,000 doctors who recommend weight-loss programs to patients.
3 Evert AB, Dennison M, Gardner CD, Garvey WT, Lau KHK, MacLeod J, Mitri J, Pereira RF, Rawlings K, Robinson S, Saslow L, Uelmen S, Urbanski PB, Yancy WS Jr. Nutrition Therapy for Adults With Diabetes or Prediabetes: A Consensus Report. Diabetes Care. 2019 May;42(5):731-754. doi: 10.2337/dci19-0014. Epub 2019 Apr 18. PMID: 31000505; PMCID: PMC7011201.
4 American Diabetes Association. "5. Facilitating behavior change and well-being to improve health outcomes: standards of medical care in diabetes—2021." Diabetes care 44, no. Supplement 1 (2021): S53-S72.
5 Apolzan JW, LaRose JG, Anton SD, et al. A Weight Management Program Tailored for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: Effects on Glycemic Control. Poster presented at: American Diabetes Association 82nd Scientific Sessions; June 5-6, 2022; New Orleans, LA.
6 American Diabetes Association. Lifestyle Management: Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes—2019. Diabetes Care. 2019;42(1):S46–S60. https://doi.org/10.2337/dc19-S005
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(KTLA) – Scott Disick, the ex-boyfriend of Kourtney Kardashian, was injured in a solo crash Sunday.
The crash occurred in a neighborhood in Calabasas, a city in Los Angeles County’s San Fernando Valley, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Deputies say Disick was the only person in the vehicle. He suffered a minor injury and declined medical treatment, according to the Sheriff’s Department.
Disick’s Lamborghini rolled over during the crash, TMZ reported. He was apparently driving in The Oaks gated community when he smashed into a stone mailbox, according to the agency.
“It was determined the primary cause of the traffic collision was speed and alcohol was not a factor,” officials said in a news release Monday.
The 39-year-old was picked up from the crash scene by family members and his vehicle was towed.
Additional details have not been released.
Disick and Kardashian, who have three children together, separated in 2015.
Kardashian married drummer Travis Barker in May. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/scott-disick-kourtney-kardashians-ex-injured-in-california-crash/ | 2022-08-22T20:56:15Z |
Optoma booth highlights new ZU920T series, device management solution and more
LAS VEGAS , June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Optoma, a world-leading manufacturer of large display products, elevates its InfoComm 2022 presence with an array of products that showcase the company's leadership in developing innovative professional display solutions and projection products. As the 1 DLP® brand worldwide and in the Americas, and the #1 4K UHD projection brand worldwide,* Optoma continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing the most effective, innovative solutions to push the boundaries of display technology and meet the ever-evolving needs of the ProAV market.
Ranging from interactive flat panel displays and laser projectors to display management solutions, Optoma is displaying its products at its booth, #N2644.
"We're thrilled to be back at InfoComm, reconnecting with partners and media alike to showcase Optoma's wide array of display solutions for the professional installation market," said Maria Repole, Head of Marketing Communications. "As a market leader in DLP and 4K UHD to our award-winning and high brightness laser projectors, we are consistently listening to customers to enhance our solutions and address their distinct ProAV needs."
Optoma ZU920T and ZU920TST WUXGA Laser Projectors
Building on the success of the Optoma ZU720T series, the Optoma ZU920T series brings even higher brightness, dependability, and cutting-image technology to the professional installation market. At 9,800 lumens and featuring a fixed, telecentric lens design, the Optoma ZU920T and ZU920TST addresses the demand for higher brightness products that do not require interchangeable lenses, simplifying installations and enhancing visuals with the same flexibility of interchangeable lens solutions for standard and short throw projection at affordable price-points.
From digital signage, edge-blending, projection mapping, and simulation, to immersive installations, the Optoma ZU920T series produces lifelike visuals with rich detail and bright colors, while offering an impressive 0.65:1 short throw ratio alternative to accommodate a variety of end-user scenarios. With continuous 24-hour operation and featuring built-in edge-blending, warping and four-corner correction, as well as 360-degree and portrait installation modes, the ZU920T and ZU920TST provide superior versatility to accommodate even the most complex installations. The ZU920TST was awarded Best of Show at InfoComm 2022 by Projector Central.
Additionally, Optoma provides design and technical support through its ProDesign technical consultancy services, giving partners access to Optoma's dedicated sales and technical teams to help support their commercial display projects from start to finish. With this professional service, Optoma's in-house experts and engineers can help AV partners select the right ProScene projectors to achieve their installation goals, as well as connect them to leading integrators, provide design and technical advice, and remote and on-site support. To learn more, visit: https://www.optomausa.com/service-and-support/professional
Optoma is also unveiling its cloud version of Optoma Management Suite (OMS)™, an intuitive display management solution, powered by Microsoft Azure, to streamline operations by monitoring, diagnosing, and controlling audio visual displays worldwide via a single platform. Compatible with other displays that are connected via PJLink, OMS enables easy integration into existing display fleets while offering differing levels of access and control for users, ensuring devices are securely managed. With an easy-to-use interface and 24/7, real-time monitoring, OMS enables users to check the status of display devices and make configurations to optimize performance. IT administrators and technicians can easily dispatch and broadcast emergency messages, alerts, and announcements across any display worldwide. Additionally, users can also remotely program and schedule devices for usage only during primary operating hours, as well as implement immediate shutdown for emergencies, reducing energy consumption, and lowering operating costs.
In addition to its newest products and solutions, Optoma is also showing its Creative Touch 5-Series Interactive Flat Panels (IFPs), which offer stunning 4K UHD resolution, multiple easy-to-use annotation tools and extensive connectivity features for enhanced learning, sharing and collaboration in classrooms, lecture halls, boardrooms, and other professional environments. Available in 65", 75", and 86" formats, the 5-Series Interactive Flat Panels are compatible with all major platforms, software, and peripheral hardware. With up to 20-point multi-touch capabilities and lightning-fast response times, as well as a quick-draw pen that instantly activates the whiteboard application, Optoma's 5-Series IFPs bring collaborative thinking and idea-sharing to life.
The Ultra Bright Series projectors are Optoma's highest brightness professional laser projectors to-date, filling a need for high-end installations, including the entertainment, exhibition, and digital signage markets. At 17,000, 19,000 and 22,000 lumens respectively, the Optoma Ultra Bright Series ZU1700, ZU1900, and ZU2200 projectors establish an incredibly high brightness benchmark to the category, as well as extreme flexibility with eight interchangeable lenses to meet the needs of even the most complex installations.
The Optoma Ultra Bright Series ZU2200 has won several industry awards, including Best of Show at InfoComm 2021 by ProjectorCentral, Best in Market from Digital Signage Magazine and AV Technology's InfoComm Best in Market 2021 Awards, and a 2022 Innovative Product Award from Sound and Video Contractor.
*No.1 DLP Brand Worldwide
Data source: PMA Research: Worldwide Projector Census, Y2021, for projectors +1000 lumens
*No.1 DLP Brand in Americas
Data source: PMA Research: Worldwide Projector Census, Y2021, for projectors + 500 lumens
*No.1 4K UHD Brand Worldwide
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Optoma combines cutting-edge technology and innovation to deliver remarkable visual display products designed to connect audiences with engaging video experiences. From the company's ProScene projectors and Creative Touch interactive flat panel displays, to LED displays, Optoma's suite of products can meet the demands of nearly any professional environment, including conference rooms and classrooms, digital signage, corporate, houses of worship, retail, simulation environments and control rooms. Optoma Technology is the U.S. headquarters for The Optoma Group, with continental headquarters also in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit optoma.com.
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ST. LOUIS, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spartech, a leading manufacturer of engineered thermoplastics and custom packaging solutions, announces Royalite® thermoplastic sheet provides permanent protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD). This product line features several material chemistries for manufacturing everything from shipping containers for sensitive software chips and aviation fuel caps to temporary floor material used during avionics assembly.
Spartech's most popular thermoplastic ESD sheet, Royalite® R63, is an ABS/PVC product that is both electrically conductive and fire rated. Containers made from Royalite® R63 thermoplastic sheet provide permanent static protection and the dimensional stability typical of ABS plastics required for today's robotic material handling systems. It is widely used for applications where dissipation of electrostatic charge is critical and provides excellent ESD protection to sensitive devices during manufacture, assembly and storage.
Royalite® R63 combines high stiffness and abrasion resistance with excellent thermoformability and meets the minimum static decay requirements outlined in MIL-B-81705C and NFPA Code 99 specifications. It is recognized under the component program of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. with a classification of 94V-1 at 0.066".
In addition to Royalite® R63, other available options include Royalite® R632 thermoplastic ESD sheet which is both electrically conductive and UL® listed, Royalite® R64 conductive sheet is a high molecular weight high density polyethylene for excellent thermoformability, Royalite® R637 which is both an anti-static and high impact polystyrene sheet, Royalite® R607 is an internal anti-stat applied to PETG rolls, and Royalite® R608 which is a topical anti-stat applied to PETG rolls with many uses such as electronics packaging for controlling static build-up and where clarity needs to be maintained.
Royalite® is available in several thermoformable thermoplastic ESD material chemistries, depending upon the specific application, and can be specifically designed to comply with FDA Food Additive Regulation 21CFR177.1640 for rubber modified polystyrene. In most cases, using conventional plastic fabricating tools, it is possible to machine, saw, drill, rout and grind this rigid sheet material.
Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri with a unique innovation center and 17 manufacturing facilities located throughout the United States, Spartech is a leading plastics manufacturer of engineered thermoplastic materials and specialty packaging products. Meeting exact standards for everything from food packaging to aerospace and automotive applications, Spartech continues to make a world of difference with sustainable, diverse, reliable, and innovative products including UltraTuf®, Royalite®, Korad®, PreservaPak®, and Polycast® https://spartech.com
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Everest to receive total considerations of up to $455 million with $280 million in upfront payments
Broadens development and access to Trodelvy for patients in Greater China and certain Asia Pacific Markets
Strengthens balance sheet and streamlines resources to advance robust pipeline of first-in-class and best-in-class drug candidates, and expand product portfolio through strategic transactions and internal drug discovery efforts
SHANGHAI, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK, "Everest", or the "Company"), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing transformative pharmaceutical products to address critical unmet needs in Asia Pacific markets, announced that it has entered into an agreement with Immunomedics, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD), whereby Immunomedics will obtain exclusive rights to develop and commercialize Trodelvy® (sacituzumab govitecan) in Greater China, South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Mongolia (the "Agreement").
Under the terms of the Agreement, Everest will receive up to $455 million in total considerations with $280 million in upfront payments payable subject to, among other things, certain regulatory approvals, and up to $175 million in potential future milestone payments. In addition, Everest will be released from payment obligations for up to $710 million in remaining milestone payments under a licensing agreement entered into with Immunomedics in April 2019 to develop, register, and commercialize Trodelvy® in Greater China, South Korea and certain other countries and territories. Under the Agreement, the licensing agreement will be terminated.
Everest received approval in mainland China and Singapore in June and January 2022, respectively, for Trodelvy® in adult patients with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) who have received two or more prior systemic therapies, at least one of them for metastatic disease. Everest has also submitted applications for commercial approval for Trodelvy in metastatic TNBC with regulatory bodies in South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
"We welcome the opportunity to restructure our partnership with Gilead, which has been built on a shared vision of providing innovative oncology solutions for patients in need. With capital resources and a track record of successful therapeutic development and commercialization for Trodelvy in the United States, Gilead is an ideal partner to further develop and commercialize Trodelvy in Asia Pacific regions to maximize patient access," said Kerry Blanchard, MD, PhD, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines. "I am exceedingly proud of what Everest has accomplished in advancing Trodelvy in China and other Asia territories, and we will continue to bring more transformational therapies to patients in China and worldwide with our extensive pipeline of clinical and pre-clinical stage assets."
"Trodelvy is approved for second-line metastatic TNBC in over 35 countries. We thank Everest Medicines for their partnership and important contributions in the development of Trodelvy in Asia. Their collaboration has brought us closer to bringing Trodelvy to patients who need alternative options," said Bill Grossman, MD, PhD, Senior Vice President, Oncology Clinical Research, Gilead Sciences. "Trodelvy is the cornerstone of our solid tumor portfolio, and we are committed to bringing this transformative therapy to as many patients as possible. We look forward to rapidly advancing our development program in Asia and to realizing the clinical potential of Trodelvy across diverse tumor types."
"After the completion of this transaction, Everest's resources will be more streamlined to invest into the ongoing development of our remaining pipeline of clinical-stage drug candidates with first-in-class or best-in-class potential. We will have a stronger balance sheet to advance our internal drug discovery efforts and execute synergistic strategic transactions," said Ian Woo, President and Chief Financial Officer of Everest Medicines. "We will strive to deliver sustained value to our shareholders and to patients in Asia and worldwide."
Gilead will have the opportunity to recruit Everest employees working directly on the Trodelvy program.
Goldman Sachs served as financial advisor to Everest Medicines while Ropes & Gray LLP served as legal counsel to the Company.
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A live conference call will be hosted on August 16, 2022 at 8:30 AM Beijing Time (August 15, 2022 at 8:30 PM U.S. Eastern Time).
The live webcast of the conference call will be available at https://www.acecamptech.com/eventDetail/60502830. Participants need to register in advance of the conference call.
Alternatively, participants may dial in to the conference call using below dial-in information:
United States: +1 646 254 3594 English
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Hong Kong: +852 3005 1313 English
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International: +1 866 636 3243 English
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A replay will be available shortly after the call and can be accessed by visiting the Company's website at http://www.everestmedicines.com.
About Trodelvy® (Sacituzumab Govitecan)
Trodelvy is a first-in-class Trop-2 directed antibody-drug conjugate. Trop-2 is a cell surface antigen highly expressed in multiple tumor types, including in more than 90% of breast and bladder cancers. Trodelvy is intentionally designed with a proprietary hydrolyzable linker attached to SN-38, a topoisomerase I inhibitor payload. This unique combination delivers potent activity to both Trop-2 expressing cells and the microenvironment.
Trodelvy is approved in more than 35 countries, with multiple additional regulatory reviews underway worldwide, for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic TNBC who have received two or more prior systemic therapies, at least one of them for metastatic disease. Trodelvy is also approved in the U.S. under the accelerated approval pathway for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic urothelial cancer (UC) who have previously received a platinum-containing chemotherapy and either programmed death receptor-1 (PD-1) or programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) inhibitor.
Under Everest's licensing agreement with Immunomedics, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gilead Sciences, Inc., Everest Medicines has exclusive rights to develop, register, and commercialize Trodelvy for all cancer indications in Greater China, South Korea, and certain Southeast Asian countries. In October 2020, Trodelvy was included in the updated 2020 China Guidelines for the Standardized Diagnosis and Treatment of Advanced Breast Cancer and was also included in the updated 2022 Guidelines for Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment of the Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology in April.
*The TRODELVY trademark is used under license from Gilead Sciences, Inc.
About Everest Medicines
Everest Medicines is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing transformative pharmaceutical products that address critical unmet medical needs for patients in Asian markets. The management team of Everest Medicines has deep expertise and an extensive track record of high-quality clinical development, regulatory affairs, CMC, business development and operations both in China and with leading global pharmaceutical companies. Everest Medicines has built a portfolio of eleven potentially global first-in-class or best-in-class molecules, many of which are in late-stage clinical development. The Company's therapeutic areas of interest include oncology, autoimmune disorders, cardio-renal diseases and infectious diseases. For more information, please visit its website at www.everestmedicines.com.
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NEW YORK, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Phantom Phood, the next generation marketplace for curating private dining experiences, launched in New York City as part of their rapid nationwide expansion. The Phantom Phood platform enables customers to select local chefs, mixologists, and venues to curate bespoke private dining experiences simply & seamlessly.
Founded and headquartered in San Francisco during peak restrictions of the pandemic, Phantom Phood was created to support customers looking to fill their need for human face to face interaction while also enabling those most impacted by the pandemic restrictions; chefs, mixologists & venues. With the mission to evolve the human experience through food, Phantom Phood is growing rapidly to meet both consumer & business demand in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York City with plans to grow internationally in the beginning of 2023.
Every city that Phantom Phood enters, an ecosystem of chefs and mixologists are enabled & inspired. Phantom Phood is also dedicating itself to creating sustainable food systems by educating consumers, chefs, mixologists, and venues around the right ingredient sourcing and joining the fight in reducing food waste. For more information, visit their website at: https://www.phantomphood.com.
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"We pushed each other to be great': Family at center of Dominique Robinson getting drafted
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It’s a family affair.
The NFL draft weekend was not only a celebration for Canton native Dominique Robinson but a celebration of the family of six. His parents and four brothers were among the many relatives and close friends who came together to witness Robinson’s name appearing on a television screen when he was drafted Saturday. The Chicago Bears drafted Robinson in the fifth round, touching off a celebration among all in attendance in the party at Stark State College of Technology.
“It’s great to know that you got that many people fighting for you in your corner, rooting for you because they care,” Robinson said. “This wasn’t a crowd of people whom I’ve never met before. All of my close friends that I still connect with today were here.“
Robinson’s dream of being drafted turning into reality is a credit to his work and the lessons he learned at home. In many ways, he was trained to be a pro from the moment he chose to commit to being a student-athlete like his father, Anthony Sr..
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The Robinson household was like a drill on life and sports skills for the four brothers — Anthony Jr., Caleb, Dominique and Jasper. And there was the urgent reminder academics always come first before sports. Anthony Sr., a pastor at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, emphasized the value of education. To him, academics get you further, and football and basketball are the attachments to school work.
“Witnessing the moment reflects on back when just being a parent as far as trying to raise them the best you can,” Anthony Sr. said. "Keeping academics first because a lot of people don’t know that he (Dominique) is an Academic All-American, and all of my boys held a 3.5 or above in college, and so to see that the work ethic in the school room and then translate it to the athletic field, that’s what makes me proud. Hopefully young people could see that you can achieve something if you stick with it. “
Anthony Sr. knows a bit about the journey Dominique is making from Canton high school star to college athlete to striving for the next level. Anthony was a basketball standout at McKinley High School, helping the Bulldogs win their first state title in 1984. Robinson went on to star in college at Bowling Green and played basketball at the professional level.
Dad has simple advice for his son as he begins his NFL journey.
“Definitely (he) needs to watch his surroundings,” Anthony Sr. said. “Definitely watch who he is with. If they are not on the same progressive road that you are, I don’t think you need them to be in your camp. Also understand the business. Understand that you are in the NFL, and you have to understand how the business works. If you understand that, then you will make it in that league.”
All four of Robinson brothers played football at the college level. Anthony Jr. the oldest, played at Baldwin Wallace, Caleb went to the University of Charleston, Dominique at Miami University and Jasper at Kent State.
“When we saw that our dad could do it, then we wanted to do it,” Jasper said. “Then our dad pushes us to be better than him.”
Another teaching method Anthony Sr. brought to his four sons is the importance of time. As he portrays it, time is always against them, so Anthony Sr. makes sure they value their time as part of their work ethic.
“There is a philosophy that time is on our side and I would always correct them,” Anthony Sr. said. “No, time is not on our side. Time does not wait on anyone, and so you have to utilize, what I called, redeeming the time. Every moment that you get, you have to use it wisely.”
Of course, mom played a big role, too.
Juanita Robinson, the only woman in the house, witnessed her sons' dedication. She mentioned she makes sure her boys take care of little things that matter such as picking up after themselves and looking out for one another.
Juanita’s highlight of Dominique’s NFL journey arrived Saturday afternoon — watching all four Robinson brothers hugging together after Dominique had been drafted.
“Seeing the brothers all gathering around together and always being there,” Juanita said. “They were here in January for his wedding. He had all his brothers in his wedding and now for them to have the time to come back and to be part of this wonderful opportunity that is happening for him, and the support means so much to me as I believe they will support one another.”
Dominique, Jasper Robinson recall their pandemic garage gym
Dominique is close to all of his brothers but has a special bond with his youngest, Jasper. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 college football season appeared to be canceled in the Mid-American Conference where Miami and Kent State play. Like other players, Dominique and Jasper were sent home for several weeks. They didn’t sit around. They developed a daily routine.
They created a gym of their own inside their garage. Instead of dumbbells, they used toolboxes for curling. Instead of bench pressing with weights, they were using two heaters. Then they would go to a local park and do fieldwork. At the time, both were making the transition to defensive end after being tight ends or receivers.
“We would work out then go to the field and run and do drills because both of us were switching from offense," Jasper said. "It was honestly a hard switch, but Dom did good with it."
Unfortunately, Jasper's football career was cut short due to a career-ending spinal injury. However, for Jasper, seeing Dominique getting picked by the Bears was just as rewarding because of the bond they had during the COVID year. While football may be over for Jasper, he still strides toward greatness as he focuses on his own business endeavors.
“The time I spent with him, working out and seeing that it is all paying off for him; That is probably that most memorable moment I have,” Jasper said. “I feel like Dom is pushing us to be better than him. Although it’s not from a sports aspect, Dom pushed us to be better than him in other aspects. As a family, we pushed each other to be great.” | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/sports/nfl/2022/05/02/dominique-robinson-nfl-draft-chicago-bears-picks-miami-redhawks-juanita-anthony-robinson-family/9606180002/ | 2022-05-02T11:44:44Z |
HAIFA, Israel, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ:ESLT) and (TASE: ESLT) ("Elbit Systems") announced today that its U.S. subsidiary, Elbit Systems of America LLC, ("Elbit Systems of America"), was awarded a delivery order valued at $49 million for the supply of Squad Binocular Night Vision Goggle ("SBNVG") systems to the U.S. Marines Corps. The order will be executed in Roanoke, Virginia and will be supplied through September 2023.
This additional order is part of a $249 million five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract from September 6, 2019.
The SBNVG is a lightweight helmet-mounted system that provides superior nighttime viewing in various environments and conditions, improving warfighter situational awareness and performance. The system includes an enhanced battery life and high-performing white phosphor image intensification tubes for improved clarity and depth perception.
Raanan Horowitz, President and CEO of Elbit Systems of America, said: "This recent order for additional Squad Binocular Night Vision Goggles signifies that Elbit Systems of America is a partner of choice by the U.S. Marine Corps. We are honored that Marines are equipped with our night vision solutions and we are committed to continuing to provide our warfighters with the very best technology we have to offer."
About Elbit Systems
Elbit Systems Ltd. is an international high technology company engaged in a wide range of defense, homeland security and commercial programs throughout the world. The Company, which includes Elbit Systems and its subsidiaries, operates in the areas of aerospace, land and naval systems, command, control, communications, computers, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance ("C4ISR"), unmanned aircraft systems, advanced electro-optics, electro-optic space systems, EW suites, signal intelligence systems, data links and communications systems, radios, cyber-based systems and munitions. The Company also focuses on the upgrading of existing platforms, developing new technologies for defense, homeland security and commercial applications and providing a range of support services, including training and simulation systems.
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Caught on camera: 80-year-old store owner shoots would-be robber
RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KCAL/KCBS) - An 80-year-old store owner in California turned the tables on an attempted robbery suspect armed with what looked like an assault rifle.
Convenience store owner Craig Cope, 80, was ready at 2:45 a.m. Sunday when four would-be robbers entered the store he’s owned since 1967 near San Bernardino.
“It’s not his first rodeo,” said Cope’s employee, Marnie Tapia. “On the surveillance, he saw them coming out of the vehicle with weapons.”
Strategically tucked behind the counter, Cope whipped out his hidden shotgun and shot one suspect in the arm, as seen in surveillance video.
After nearly leaving one of their own behind, the suspects sped off in a black BMW X3. Cope kept an eye on his cameras to make sure they left.
“I’m proud to call him my boss. He makes us feel better about being here,” Tapia said.
Cope suffered a heart attack as the result of the traumatic series of events, Tapia says, but he is expected to make a full recovery. He has already been saying he’d like to return to work.
Tapia credits the store’s newly installed, high definition security cameras with saving Cope’s life. The 80-year-old put the security system in place because of a recent uptick in convenience store robberies.
“The sheriff came in and warned me about eight months ago or so that this was going on and to keep an eye out and pay attention, be on your toes,” she said.
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department says the suspects all showed up at a hospital. Three of them were arrested, while the man who was shot is still recovering.
Authorities say the suspects’ vehicle was stolen, and they recovered numerous stolen firearms. The suspects are charged with robbery and conspiracy. They’re being held on $500,000 bail.
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DHS watchdog says Trump’s agency appears to have altered report on Russian interference in 2020 election in part because of politics
By Priscilla Alvarez and Zachary Cohen, CNN
Former President Donald Trump‘s Department of Homeland Security delayed and altered an intelligence report related to Russian interference in the 2020 election, making changes that “appear to be based in part on political considerations,” according to a newly released watchdog report.
The April 26 Homeland Security inspector general’s assessment provides a damning look at the way DHS’ Office of Intelligence and Analysis dealt with intelligence related to Russia’s efforts to interfere in the US, stating the department had deviated from its standard procedures in modifying assessments related to Moscow’s targeting of the 2020 presidential election.
The conclusion that Trump’s appointee appeared to have tried to downplay Russian meddling in a key intelligence report is the latest example of how his aides managed his aversion to any information about how Russia might be helping his election prospects. According to special counsel Robert Mueller’s report, Trump officials tried to avoid the topic during meetings and at hearings, because he would become enraged and upset when Russian meddling came up.
The US intelligence community announced during the 2020 campaign that Russia was actively meddling in the election to weaken then-candidate Joe Biden. At the time, Trump downplayed those findings and promoted false claims about Biden that aligned with Russia’s disinformation efforts. The IG report addresses past suspicions that Trump appointees distorted some intelligence reports to foster a more Trump-friendly narrative.
The watchdog found, for example, that then-acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf had participated in the review process “multiple times despite lacking any formal role in reviewing the product,” which caused delays and may have helped create the “perception” that assessments were changed for political reasons.
“We determined that the Acting Secretary’s involvement led to the rare occurrence of I&A ceasing dissemination of a product after it had already been approved by the mission manager and circulated via advanced notification,” the report states.
“The delays and deviation from I&A’s standard process and requirements put I&A at risk of creating a perception of politicization. This conclusion is supported by I&A’s own tradecraft assessment, which determined that the product might be viewed as politicized,” it continues.
The report stems from previous allegations of the Trump administration downplaying Russian interference. CNN first reported in September 2020 a whistleblower complaint alleging that top political appointees in DHS repeatedly instructed career officials to modify intelligence assessments to suit Trump’s agenda by downplaying Russia’s efforts to interfere in the US.
The whistleblower claimed that Wolf had instructed DHS officials to “cease providing intelligence assessments on the threat of Russian interference” and, instead, focus their efforts on gathering information related to activities being carried out by China and Iran.
The scope of the DHS IG report was limited to the single intelligence report in question.
Initially, the IG found, the DHS Intelligence and Analysis Office had followed internal drafting and editing processes. The report was two pages in length and related to one “‘current Democratic presidential candidate'” and to Russian activities to influence the presidential election. It evolved over time after receiving internal input, according to the IG report.
The IG also followed up on a July 2020 meeting mentioned by the whistleblower, who claimed Wolf had asked for the product to be held because “‘it made the President look bad.'”
According to notes of the meeting obtained by the IG, one top official wrote: “AS1 — will hurt POTUS — kill it per his authorities.” The official told the IG the notes meant the acting secretary had told him to hold the product because it would hurt Trump and the authorities cited were in reference to those possessed by the secretary.
The IG’s office interviewed Wolf, who denied saying this and added that he had asked for the product to be improved.
“I tried to put myself in the position of one of our state and local partners who would be reading this and I could not see where the product, as written on July 8, would have added any value or given them any knowledge they could use. … The product was not well written,” the acting secretary told the IG’s office, according to the report.
The delays and disruptions, though, put the office at risk of creating the perception of politicization, the IG report states. The IG recommended working with the Office of the Secretary and I&A oversight entities to make sure election-related reports are in line with policies and guidelines. I&A agreed with the recommendation.
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Senate confirms Bedoya to be Federal Trade Commissioner
By Ali Zaslav, Brian Fung and Ted Barrett, CNN
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed President Joe Biden’s pick for Federal Trade Commissioner, Alvaro Bedoya. The 51-50 vote was along party lines, with Vice President Kamala Harris breaking a tie.
For months, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has urged swift confirmation of Bedoya, who’s nomination Senate Republicans have aggressively opposed.
The five-member Federal Trade Commission is currently deadlocked, and Bedoya’s appointment, Schumer said, will allow the agency, among other things, to investigate and go after “price gougers” and “manipulators” amid record-setting high gas prices across the country.
“The FTC right now is one of the best agencies for protecting Americans from price gougers, manipulators, and those trying to rip off American consumers or at least it would be if it had full membership,” the New York Democrat said in remarks on the Senate floor in March.
Bedoya’s nomination is considered critical as the Federal Trade Commission ramps up enforcement on algorithms, cybersecurity, privacy and a slew of antitrust issues surrounding Big Tech. His confirmation will give Democrats a voting majority at the FTC and break a months-long 2-2 partisan deadlock at the antitrust and consumer protection agency.
Senate Republicans have worked to slow down Bedoya’s confirmation, forcing Democrats to take time-consuming procedural steps to advance his nomination. GOP lawmakers have targeted Bedoya — whose research at Georgetown University focused on surveillance technology’s disproportionate impact on minorities — over his past criticism of US immigration enforcement.
In remarks on the Senate floor on Tuesday, Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell slammed Bedoya as a “hardcore partisan” and not “fit to neutrally oversee major economic decisions.”
“The Federal Trade Commission is an important agency that gets wide latitude to oversee our private sector,” McConnell added. “The American people need its commissioners to be level-headed experts who will put aside ideological axe-grinding.”
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CeraVe Reaffirms its Mission of Providing Therapeutic Care for All by Supporting Underserved Families with Access to Expert Resources
NEW YORK, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new CeraVe Baby survey conducted online by OnePoll among 2,000 U.S. parents of children ages 0-21, 1 in 3 parents say they fear doing something wrong and 3 in 4 admitted they search online for up to 9 different topics per day. As 67% of parents surveyed shared that they reached out to a medical expert for advice at least 4 or more times a month, the survey findings illustrate the essential need for education and support for new parents. CeraVe, the #1 dermatologist recommended skincare brand, recognizes that all families do not have the access to the same resources and has teamed up with Win, the largest provider of family shelter and supportive housing in New York City, to improve access to these necessities for new mothers this spring.
On a mission to transform the lives of New York City homeless families, Win provides holistic solutions of safe housing, critical services and ground-breaking programs, housing more than 4,800 people each night, including 2,700 children, across all five boroughs. Through the partnership, CeraVe committed a $50,000 donation and invited Win families to participate in a panel session with pediatric experts that provided direct access to a board-certified dermatologist, board-certified pediatrician and international board-certified lactation consultant, registered nurse and international board-certified lactation consultant, sleep expert and full spectrum doula. Through the partnership with CeraVe, Win families received counsel from these experts and a care package to help them care for their babies.
"As a brand that believes everyone deserves access to skin health, we recognize that not all people have equal resources, including new parents," said Jaclyn Marrone, Vice President of Marketing at CeraVe. "Through our partnership with Win, we'll provide families and children with access to the medical experts, trusted resources and products."
It Takes a Village: Seeking Help as a New Parent
An overwhelming 71% of parents agreed that they would not have made it through baby's first year without parenting experts. Of the topics most researched, parents said products and brands that are recommended by experts (43%), feeding and latching (40%) and addressing a crying or irritable baby (38%). While more than half (57%) rely on family members, reaching out for advice up to 5 times a month, when asked which experts they wished they had access to for their child, parents said a dermatologist (39%), a doula or midwife (37%), a sleep consultant (37%) and a pediatrician (36%).
Caring for a Baby's Delicate Skin Barrier
A baby's skin is approximately 30% thinner than adult skin.2 In the womb, babies are protected by the vernix caseosa, a naturally occurring coating that contains ceramides, covers and protects the skin of the baby.3 The vernix caseosa is removed soon after birth. Ceramides are naturally found in skin and help seal moisture in and keep irritants out, and thus are key to sustaining a healthy skin barrier.
As 43% of surveyed parents noted that skin conditions were a top worry during baby's first year, 1 in 4 said caring for baby's skin was among the biggest challenges.
"New parents often ask about skin concerns they see on their new baby, which I explain are often very common and treatable with the right products," said board-certified dermatologist and CeraVe expert consultant, Dr. Zain Husain. "I recommend the CeraVe Baby line because it is developed with pediatric dermatologists to provide gentle products that help support the baby's delicate skin barrier and promote healthy looking skin."
More than three-quarters (79%) of parents shared that purchasing skincare products that are dermatologist-recommended and/or developed is important to them. Parents can feel confident turning to CeraVe. Developed with pediatric dermatologists, CeraVe Baby offers a full range of skincare products – Wash & Shampoo, Moisturizing Lotion, Moisturizing Cream and Healing Ointment – each formulated with three essential ceramides, 1, 3 and 6-II, to help maintain baby's delicate skin barrier. Each product formula in the CeraVe Baby line is also free of fragrance, parabens, dyes and sulfates.
Visit CeraVe Baby to learn more about where to shop CeraVe Baby products, both online and at retailers nationwide. For skincare tips and to find more information, visit CeraVe on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
1This survey was conducted online within the United States by OnePoll on behalf of CeraVe® from March 29- April 1, 2022, among 2,000 U.S. parents of children ages 0-2.
2Stamatas, Georgios N., et al. "Infant skin microstructure assessed in vivo differs from adult skin in organization and at the cellular level." Pediatric dermatology 27.2 (2010): 125-131.
3"Changes in the newborn at birth." MedlinePlus. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002395.htm. Accessed 4/22/2022.
About CeraVe
Founded in 2005 and developed with dermatologists, CeraVe is the first and only brand to offer a complete line of products containing essential ceramides and patented MVE technology to help restore the skin's natural protective barrier. CeraVe has a full line of skincare products to follow the dermatologist-recommended steps of: cleanse, treat and moisturize. The brand's mission is to provide therapeutic skincare for all. For more information, visit the brand on Facebook, Twitter or at www.cerave.com.
About Win
Win is the largest provider of shelter and supportive housing for homeless families in New York City. For more than 39 years, Win has provided safe housing, critical services, and innovative programs to help homeless women and their children rebuild their lives and break the cycle of homelessness. In the past year, Win served nearly 8,700 homeless people — including more than 4,700 children — and helped more than 730 families transition out of shelter into homes of their own. Most of our families are headed by women, many of whom have fled domestic violence. These are the forgotten faces of homelessness — the mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and sisters who struggle to keep their families together and safe.
About L'Oréal
L'Oréal has devoted itself to beauty for over 100 years. With its unique international portfolio of 34 diverse and complementary brands, the Group generated sales amounting to 25.8 billion euros in 2016 and employs 89,300 people worldwide. As the world's leading beauty company, L'Oréal is present across all distribution networks: mass market, department stores, pharmacies and drugstores, hair salons, travel retail, branded retail and e-commerce. Research and innovation, and a dedicated research team of 3,870 people, are at the core of L'Oréal's strategy, working to meet beauty aspirations all over the world. L'Oréal's sustainability commitment for 2020 "Sharing Beauty With All" sets out ambitious sustainable development objectives across the Group's value chain. For more information visit www.loreal.com.
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LONDON, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Launched in early 2022, FLERBAR is a trending disposable vape brand from Europe, focused on bringing a more enjoyable experience and creating advanced technology yet using a clean and clear elegant look and feel. Meanwhile, FLERBAR has launched new products with the same name as the brand.
The R&D team of FLERBAR created the sleek appearance and all unique flavors based on all the feedback on what the UK & EU marketplace was looking for in disposable vaping device.
FLERBAR disposable vape is an elegant crystal clear device that has a smooth yet grippy feel. The base of the FLERBAR glows with a funky ice blue LED during the auto draw.
The FLERBAR, with the uniquely designed open airflow, FLERBAR provides the most powerful flavor hit to every puff.
Longer lasting due to the high grade 500 mAh battery this is the key to enjoying mouthwatering flavours until the last drop.
Clean artwork and bright color are attractive to consumer groups who need a stylish and trendy disposable vape.
As more vapers are finding an easy and pleasing vape experience, FLERBAR desire to offer a great tasting, convenient, easy-to-use, pocket-friendly, and exquisite disposable vape. After witnessing the popularity of disposable vapes, FLERBAR latched onto their effectiveness as a healthier alternative to smoking. The R&D team of FLERBAR decides to use vegetable glycerin, medical propylene glycol herbal extract, and natural perfume as the main ingredients for each disposable vape.
From the full range of twenty flavors, Tobacco, Fruit, Mint, and beverages are all featured. FLERBAR has certainly hit the ground vaping! The flavors tested were bright and bold. This, alongside cautious vapor production, means FLERBAR will be instantly accessible to the new vapers. Simple, single flavors have never tasted so good. FLERBAR's flavor and vaping experience are highly appraised by reviewers and users in Europe.
FLERBAR also works with one of the EU's Largest Compliance Agency - ARCUS to ensure everything we do is beyond bulletproof when we talk about EUTPD. All FLERBAR teams are aiming to provide users with a worry-free experience.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — June 5 is National Veggie Burger Day and the veggie burger has made quite an improvement over the years.
Nowadays you could eat a vegetable-based burger without even knowing you weren’t eating meat. In celebration of how far we have come in terms of creating tasty veggie burgers, here is a list of the best places to get a veggie burger in Dallas, according to Yelp:
- Hopdoddy Burger Bar
- Vegan Food House
- Son of a Butcher
- Rodeo Goat
- Grub Burger Bar
- Twisted Root Burger
- Dugg Burger
- Maple and Motor
- Uncle Uber’s
- PinPoint Burger Bar | https://cw33.com/news/local/best-places-to-get-a-veggie-burger-in-dallas-according-to-yelp/ | 2022-06-05T10:50:17Z |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Labor Day Weekend is within our grasp and cheers to the long weekend! North Texas weather isn’t going to be desirable for spending too much time outdoors as some locally heavy rain is in the forecast.
It will be cool throughout the weekend with highs ranging around the 80s from Saturday to Monday. Rain is the main thing to be weather aware of throughout the North Texas weekend with chances at their highest on Saturday with scattered to numerous showers and storms expected. The best chance will be south of I-20 in the afternoon hours.
As the weekend moves on, the chances for showers and storms slowly dwindle
“Labor Day weekend will feature cool temperatures and continued chances for showers and storms. Best chances will be during the afternoon hours, with the highest chance for rain located south of I- 20 for Saturday, and then across Central Texas and our southern East Texas on Sunday and Monday. Locally heavy rainfall could produce localized flooding. Make sure to be weather aware this holiday weekend!”
On Thursday, NWS Fort Worth reported that a wet pattern remains in our future with daily rain chances to continue through the first half of next week.
“A seasonably cool and unsettled weather pattern is expected over the next 6-10 days with a higher probability of above normal precipitation and daily rain/thunderstorm chances. 7-day total rainfall accumulations will generally average between 1-2 inches, though localized higher amounts will likely occur. Greater chances for higher atmospheric moisture and rainfall will be across Central and East Texas, while portions of North Texas will be relatively drier. Continue to check back for new forecast updates over the weekend into early next week.” | https://cw33.com/news/local/labor-day-weekend-weather-in-north-texas-to-be-rainy-with-possible-localized-flooding-nws-fort-worth-says/ | 2022-09-02T17:56:03Z |
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Several of Gabe Kapler’s fellow managers are offering their support for his decision to avoid the field during the national anthem as a protest following the school shootings in southwestern Texas.
Kapler, manager of the San Francisco Giants, said Friday he doesn’t plan to be on the field for the anthem “until I feel better about the direction of our country. I don’t expect it to move the needle necessarily. It’s just something that I feel strongly enough about to take that step.”
One day after Kapler’s comments, no uniformed Giants were on the field for the anthem before the team’s 3-2 loss to the Reds.
Nineteen children and two teachers were killed at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, on Tuesday. The attack occurred just 10 days after a gunman espousing racist hatred killed 10 Black people at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York.
Texas Rangers manager Chris Woodward said Kapler’s action was “brave.”
“I think we’re all frustrated, especially in this country,” Woodward said. “Nobody’s happy. It’s not about which side you’re on. It’s just we’ve got to get better as a society. … I’m not going to really make comment either way on whether I would or wouldn’t do what he did.”
Boston Red Sox manger Alex Cora said Kapler, his former teammate, has been vocal about several subjects and “for that, I’m proud of him. He’s a good friend of mine and the kind of guy I respect from afar for what he’s doing, and if this is what he’s doing, good for him. I understand his reasons. He was very open about it and I know there’s a lot of people that are going to support him.”
New York Mets manager Buck Showalter also said he respected “how Gabe feels and the way he’s going about it.” Asked about Kapler, Philadelphia manager Joe Girardi responded: “That’s Gabe’s decision. That’s all, I’m going to leave it at that.”
Chicago White Sox manager Tony La Russa said he agrees with Kapler that something needs to be done. He just doesn’t think the anthem is the proper time to protest.
“I have great respect for him personally,” La Russa said. “I like him. And I think he’s right. But it’s not the flag. And it’s not the anthem.”
Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said he’s rarely on the field for the anthem because of meetings and other pregame prep.
“If I’m not out there it’s not because I’m boycotting anything,” Martinez said. “But I do believe that we need to figure something that’s better for everybody’s lives because what we have now is not working at all.
“Everybody has their own views and preferences. … Gabe’s his own person and Gabe does what he wants to do. I do things differently than Gabe.”
Arizona manager Torey Lovullo called Kapler “a humanitarian,” and that he was “very supportive of what Gabe is doing.” But Lovullo said he tries “not to get involved in that arena. It’s a very, very sad and touchy subject for me.”
Lovullo’s wife and his father’s family are from Buffalo.
“So I do have a lot of thoughts on it, and I will say that things have to stop, things have got to get better,” he said. “I just hope we’ll move in that direction quickly.”
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Kapler “is very passionate about things he believes in and that’s his way of protesting. … I don’t think any of us are happy with what’s going on in our country. I do respect people using whatever platforms they have to address that.”
Kapler has protested during the anthem in the past. In July 2020, before the start of the virus-shortened 60-game season, Kapler joined outfielder Jaylin Davis in taking a knee ahead of an exhibition game against the Oakland Athletics. Davis was making a statement about racial and social issues facing the country.
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AP Baseball Writer Jake Seiner, AP Sports Writers David Brandt and Andrew Seligman, and AP freelance writers Ken Powtak, Michael Wagaman and Harvey Valentine contributed.
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Ukraine’s soccer team beats Italian club Empoli in friendly
EMPOLI, Italy (AP) — Ukraine’s national soccer team won its second straight friendly match by beating Italian Serie A club Empoli 3-1. The Ukraine players wore shirts that read “United for Ukraine” on the front, and the numbers on the back were composed of the names of the country’s cities that have been under attack since Russian troops invaded on Feb. 24. Ukraine next plays Croatian club Rijeka. Ukraine will aim to beat Scotland in a World Cup playoff in Glasgow on June 1. It would then face Wales four days later in Cardiff for a place at this year’s World Cup in Qatar. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/17/ukraines-soccer-team-beats-italian-club-empoli-in-friendly/ | 2022-05-17T21:27:38Z |
After almost three decades of bringing music to Temple, conductor Thomas Fairlie will hold his final show with the Temple Symphony Orchestra next week.
The show, which is this season’s last, will also mark an end to Fairlie’s 28-year tenure as the organization’s artistic director and conductor. Fairlie helped develop the organization’s board of directors in 1994, and has since aided in planning, fundraising, public relations and artistic development.
Fairlie said that, while he still loves conducting, he just felt that it was the right time to step down. He also pointed out that the orchestra was in its best financial state since its creation.
“I’ve just sort of reached a point where I thought it was time for someone younger to take over the management things,” Fairlie said. “I still love doing the music but there is a lot of behind the scenes, hands-on management.”
The final performance will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 8, in the auditorium of the Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center at Temple College, 2600 S. First St.
The concert will feature pianists Anthony Pattin and Frances Renzi who will perform The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saens. Organizers said the program will start with Roman Carnival Overture by Hector Berlioz and conclude with Symphony No. 3 “The Eroica” by Ludwig van Beethoven.
Buford Craig, president of the Temple Symphony Orchestra’s board of directors, said Fairlie will be missed.
“One of the great joys of my last six years working on the board has been getting to know Tom and watching him work, Craig said.
Bruce Cain, an associate professor of music at Southwestern University, said he has enjoyed working with Fairlie when he sang as a soloist with the orchestra during its lifetime.
“Singing with the symphony was exciting,” Cain said. “Maestro Fairlie is always professional and well-prepared, but he knows how to have fun making music.”
While Fairlie has not been involved in the process of choosing his replacement, he said he anticipates the organization’s board finalizing a list of about four candidates before having them conduct a concert sometime next year.
Going forward, Fairlie said he plans to take at least the next year off from any conducting work to spend time with his family. He said he doesn’t know what he will do after that.
“I feel grateful for the relationships I have made during my tenure as orchestra conductor,” Fairlie said. “I truly appreciate all of the people who have supported the orchestra over the years, both with their musical talents and also with their financial contributions. It has been a wonderful opportunity and a culmination of my life’s work.”
Tickets for the May 8 concert are available at the box office before the concert, in the fine arts office at Temple College and online at Templesymphony.org. | https://www.tdtnews.com/life/article_7713711c-c7c8-11ec-a5e5-b39f98e42ac0.html | 2022-05-01T08:50:41Z |
Sarasota man convicted of soliciting sex with teen
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A Sarasota man faces life in prison after being convicted of sending pornographic images to and attempting to meet with a girl he thought was a 14-year-old girl, prosecutors say.
A jury convicted William Heagney Friday of traveling to seduce, solicit or entice a child to commit a sex act, use of a computer to seduce, solicit or entice a child to commit a sex act, attempted lewd and lascivious battery of a victim between 12 and 16, and 88 counts transmission of material harmful to minors.
In September 2019, investigators posing as a 14-year-old girl made contact with Heagney, who was 41 at the time. Over the course of internet conversations, he sent 88 images of pornography to encourage her to engage in sex, even though the child mentioned many times that she was only 14.
Heagney traveled two hours and parked his truck miles away, riding a bicycle to the decoy house set up by police. Upon arrival, he was immediately taken into custody, prosecutors said.
The crimes carry a maximum possible sentence of life in prison. Sentencing is currently scheduled for July 27.
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP ("GPM") announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Missfresh Limited ("Missfresh" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MF).
Class Period: June 2021 IPO
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 12, 2022
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Missfresh lawsuit, you can submit your contact information at www.glancylaw.com/cases/missfresh-limited/. You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at shareholders@glancylaw.com to learn more about your rights.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Missfresh provided false financial figures in its Registration Statement; (2) Missfresh would need to amend its financial figures; (3) Missfresh, among other things, had lesser net revenues for the quarter ended March 31, 2021; and (4) 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.
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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 Charles Linehan, Esquire, of GPM, 1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, by email to shareholders@glancylaw.com, or visit our website at www.glancylaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number and number of shares purchased.
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'Not just a hobby': Model airplanes bolster connection between family, friends
MALVERN – A small yellow model airplane glided peacefully through the air, about 50 feet above a wide, open field. Soon, a smaller model plane with red wings flew up behind it, bumping it from beneath. The yellow plane was sent spiraling, crashing nose-first into the field.
And with the plane's destruction, onlookers cheered.
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"Oh, you got him!" a man shouted into a microphone while dozens of model planes circled above. "Whoever got that one, come see me. We've got a prize for you."
The spectacle, aptly named "Combat," is part of Flite Fest 2022, the largest electric flying event in the world. For four days in the summer every year, model plane enthusiasts come from all over the country and the world to buy, build, display and fly model airplanes.
But flying model planes isn't the niche, expensive pastime that some might assume. In fact, one of the event's organizers said, it's the exact opposite.
"It's not just a hobby," said Josh Bixler, president of Flite Test, the model plane company that runs the event. "It's a lifestyle, and it's something that can give you a career path and something that can be beneficial in schools."
Bringing families together
Bixler, 43, explained that he and his wife created the family-operated Flite Test after they observed a trend of disconnect within families. They wanted to give parents and children a way to express their common interests through an activity that was fun, challenging and rewarding.
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The idea for a model plane company came from Bixler's own experiences with his father. When he was 7 years old, he said, he and his dad spent months building a model airplane. When it was finished, they took it outside to send it on its maiden flight.
Then, Bixler crashed it into a tree, and it broke to pieces. But his dad encouraged him to rebuild, an experience that was very formative for him. Now, he wants others to experience that same feeling through model planes.
"I remember those memories being very impactful. But now, dads don't know how to encourage their kids, moms don't know how to embrace that craftiness," he said. "Do this as a family unit and make it a lifestyle."
That aspiration of connection can also be applied to friends, Joshua Orchard said. Orchard, 41, of Frederick, Maryland, was at the fest to showcase and fly the model planes he's built. He started building them as a hobby, he said, but it soon transformed into a way to make friends with those who appreciate aviation history like he does.
Enthusiasm for model planes bridges peoples' differences unlike anything he's ever seen, Orchard said. He's made friends with people of all ages, backgrounds and professions. Ever year at Flite Fest, he meets up with the people he's met to catch up and share tips and tricks about building model planes.
"If you allow it to, you can create some really deep personal connections," he said. "When you work together to build something and then there's that culminating moment when it goes into the air, it truly is beautiful."
'We had to make the experience economical and quick.'
Bixley said a large hurdle to getting people to embrace bonding around model planes was that it was perceived to be expensive and time-consuming. But by using common materials like foam, glue and popsicle sticks, Flite Test was able to get people to buy in to the lifestyle, he said.
"In order to do this successfully, we had to make the experience economical and quick," he said. "So now, for as little as the price of a video game, you can actually get the air."
Once people bought and built the simpler planes, they started looking for more complex planes to build. So, Bixley enlisted the help of John Overstreet.
Overstreet, 48, of Fayette, Missouri, got involved with Flite Test after he and his son visited Flite Fest in 2017. They wanted to build a plane, and because Overstreet had experience building aircraft out of metal, he applied the same tactics to building smaller versions out of foam.
Soon after, he started working with Flite Test to design all of the company's master series aircraft, which are much more complex and harder to build than other designs. He "never thought in a million years" that people would want to build complicated airplanes, but his designs took off, he said.
"People are really longing for connections with one another," Overstreet said. "It's really interesting to see how people of all walks of life come together through a common activity."
One of the largest model planes at the fest was a quarter scale version of a Douglas C-47. Ben Harber, of Guntersville, Alabama, built the plane. With a wing-span larger than 20 feet, he believed the plane was the largest model C-47 in the U.S. to fly, he said.
Despite its size, Harber said the plane weighs less than a hundred pounds. He build it mostly from foam, glue, iron-on plastic and wood. And it took over a year.
"By my standards, that's longer than I should've taken to build it. I was slow," Harber said. He motioned to some smaller-scale fighter jets sitting near his trailer. "Those normally take me less than a week."
Like Bixler said, that's part of the draw for most people. The crowd who cheered at the small yellow airplane's fall from grace did so because that's exactly what's supposed to happen.
"We had to make it so if you fail or you crash, people celebrate that and then go back and build again," Bixley said.
Harber attested.
"Fly, crash, repair, repeat," he said. "That's our motto."
Contact Ryan via email at rmaxin@gannett.com, on Twitter at @ryanmaxin or by phone at 330-580-8412. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/2022/06/25/flite-fest-2022-connects-model-plane-enthusiasts-malvern/7725432001/ | 2022-06-25T11:07:19Z |
SAN FRANCISCO and BENGALURU, India, Aug. 11. 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Truechip, the Verification IP Specialist, today announced that it has shipped CXL 3 Verification IP and CXL Switch model to its customers. The addition of CXL 3 and CXL Switch fortifies the verification of PCIe and CXL Subsystem holistically.
Speaking on the occasion, Nitin Kishore, CEO, Truechip said, "CXL specification (along with NVMe) and CXL Switch helps to make the processor, memory and storage devices work more independently and reduces the churn of data between the device and the host making way for far more efficient composable heterogenous computing servers. CXL 3 brings additional loads of improvements like doubling the bandwidth of CXL 2 without additional latency, adding multilevel switching and fine-grained resource sharing, which will change the performance of the next generation of servers and data centers." Mr. Kishore further added, "It gives me pleasure to mention that with shipment of CXL 3 Verification IP and CXL Switch model, Truechip is playing a significant role in the development of next generation of data centers and servers."
"In this era of increasingly complex designs, changing customer expectations and high customization needs, Truechip aims to offer positive engagement, purpose-driven solutions and creating compelling value for its customers across the entire design cycle value chain," added Nitin Kishore.
CXL 3.0 distinguished Features:
1. CXL 3.0 adds 6 CXL.mem channels with inclusion of M2S Back-Invalidate Response (BIRsp) and S2M Back-Invalidate Snoop (BISnp). It also added a new flit of 256B with features including a Standard Flit and a Latency Optimization (LO) Flit built upon PCIe flit modes.
2. CXL 3.0 also removed Retry Control Flit and LLCRD Control Flit and added in band error Control Flit for 256B Flit type. Also, the Retry mechanism for 256B flits will now be performed in the PHY Layer instead of Link Layer.
CXL Switch distinguished Features:
1. CXL switch comes with different configurations as Single VCS, Multiple VCS and with MLD Ports
2. CXL Switch also supports different initialization methods like Static and with Fabric manager based initializations,
3. CXL Switch supports Hot Plug Add and Hot Plug Remove of a device.
Speaking on the occasion, Saurabh Agarwal, Head-Marketing & Sales at Truechip said, "Truechip's 'Customer First' approach has made us the preferred VIP partner for design companies looking for a modern solution that can power their growth and transformation journeys, enabling innovation, greater agility, speed to market, and enhanced customer experience. We have widespread plans to enlarge our product offerings with industry first P3 policy of performance, perseverance, and permanence." For more information on CXL 3 and CXL Switch and other VIP, you can visit our website or can click here. Truechip is a contributor member of the CXL Consortium.
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Truechip is a leading provider of Verification IP solutions, DFT, Physical design and verification services, which aid to accelerate IP/ SOC design thus lowering the cost and the risks associated with the development of ASIC, FPGA and SOC. Truechip provides Verification IP solutions for RISC V-based chips, Networking, Automotive, Microcontroller, Mobile, Storage, Data Centers, AI domains for all known protocols along with custom VIP development. A privately held company with solid and seasoned leadership, having global footprints and coverage across North America, Europe, and Asia. Truechip offers Industry's first 24 x 7 technical support.
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Revenue and adjusted EBITDA both exceeded prior guidance ranges
Q2 revenue grew 29% year-over-year driven by strong product portfolio and growth in high ARPU markets, with adjusted EBITDA margin reaching 21% in the quarter
Company repurchased 1.3 million ADSs during the quarter
Company raises 2022 guidance, expecting 26% revenue growth at an 18% adjusted EBITDA margin at the midpoint
OSLO, Norway, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Opera Limited (NASDAQ: OPRA), one of the world's largest internet consumer brands with hundreds of millions of users worldwide, today announced its unaudited consolidated financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Highlights
"Despite a difficult macroeconomic backdrop, we delivered record revenue and continue to grow average revenue per user through a combination of product and high-value market initiatives" said Co-CEO Lin Song.
"We are mindful that the current economic environment remains uncertain, impacted by both macroeconomic pressures and geopolitical tensions. Still, we see a lot of room for continued growth, and we combine prudence with a continued strong focus on our growth strategy," continued Mr. Song.
Second Quarter and Recent Business Highlights
- Core search and advertising revenue grew 31% year-over-year, driven by the strong ARPU trend of our browser and news user base, as well as leveraging our strong advertiser demand beyond our own inventory through our Opera Ads platform.
- Opera's average monthly active user base was 327 million MAUs in the quarter; with a continued directional shift towards higher ARPU markets. User growth was the strongest in the Americas, this time led by North America up 31% and South America up 4.1%, while we continue to focus investments in emerging markets more specifically towards users that we believe will be monetizable.
- In the second quarter, each user on average generated a record $0.94 of revenue on an annualized basis, up 46% compared to the second quarter of 2021.
- The Opera GX gaming browser had over 17 million monthly active users across PC and mobile in the second quarter, with the underlying growth being partially offset by seasonality. Annualized ARPU of the GX browser is more than three times higher than the corporate average.
- At the end of the second quarter our cash and marketable securities were $187 million. Combined with $173 million of receivables from the sale of Nanobank and Star X, this adds to a total of $360 million. We also continue to hold our 6.44% equity stake in OPay as an asset held for sale.
- During the quarter, the company repurchased 1.26 million ADSs at an average price of $5.30, for a total spend of $6.7 million, leaving $39 million or nearly 80% of our existing buyback authorization remaining.
Business Outlook
"Our core business continues to generate revenue at levels greater than anticipated, at the same time we are moderating certain of our expenses, resulting in higher than expected EBITDA margins," said CFO Frode Jacobsen. "Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, Opera is performing exceptionally well, and we feel confident in increasing our guidance for the year."
For the full year of 2022, Opera expects revenue of $313 million to $319 million, an increase from $300 million to $310 million, representing 26% year-over-year growth at the midpoint, and adjusted EBITDA to be between $53 million and $60 million, up from $50 million to $60 million or an 18% margin at the midpoint, versus 12% for 2021.
For the third quarter of 2022, Opera expects revenue of $81 million to $83 million, representing 23% year-over-year growth at the midpoint. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be between $14 million and $17 million, representing a 19% margin at the midpoint.
Other Updates
During the quarter, we collected the first installment of $28.4 million from the sale of our stake in Star X, with the remaining two installments due in 2023 and 2024.
In connection with the sale of our stake in Nanobank, we and the buyer have agreed to make certain modifications to the sales agreement. The purchase price will be paid in 16 quarterly installments with the final installment due in Q2 2026, offset by a 3% added interest on delayed funds relative to the original 8 installments, resulting in total consideration increasing from $127.1 million to $131.7 million. The first installment was $8.5 million, and the remaining quarterly installments will consequently be $8.2 million each. The buyer also agreed to pledge the sold shares to Opera as collateral to the remaining unpaid installments. The modified agreement also specifies how a future sale or merger of all outstanding shares of Nanobank would be treated, in the event it would happen during the payment period. If in such case the valuation ascribed to Nanobank is lower than the valuation adopted in our sale, the remaining installments will be adjusted to reflect the revised valuation. Further, if such future acquirer of Nanobank is a company in which Opera or its parent company is already an investor, and the acquirer purchases Nanobank with its own shares as consideration, the remaining installments due to Opera would also be immediately settled in the form of such shares as opposed to continued cash payments.
Opera has collected the first installment in full, of which $4.5 million was received within the second quarter and the remainder in July. The next installments are due in December and every third month thereafter.
Second Quarter 2022 Consolidated Financial Results
All comparisons in this section are relative to the second quarter of 2021 unless otherwise stated.
Revenue increased 29% to $77.8 million.
- Search revenue increased by 13% to $33.7 million driven in particular by the growth of our PC footprint in western markets.
- Advertising revenue increased by 49% to $43.1 million, benefitting also from monetization growth within Opera News and our audience extension supported by the Opera Ads platform.
- Technology licensing and other revenue was $1.0 million.
Operating expenses decreased by 2% to $66.7 million.
- Combined technology and platform fees, content cost and cost of inventory sold was $11.8 million, or 15% of revenue. Our audience extension carries inventory cost, but insignificant incremental expenses otherwise.
- Personnel expenses, including share-based remuneration, were $19.1 million, a 3% increase. This expense consists of cash-based compensation expense of $17.6 million, a 6% increase year-over-year, and share-based remuneration expense of $1.5 million.
- Marketing and distribution expenses were $25.3 million, a decrease of 28% year-over-year, or 26% sequentially versus the prior quarter and reflecting a prudent response to macroeconomic conditions.
- Depreciation and amortization expenses were $3.4 million, a 33% decrease year-over-year but relatively stable versus the prior quarter.
- All other operating expenses were $7.0 million, a 5% increase.
Operating profit was $11.2 million compared to an operating loss of $7.9 million in the second quarter of 2021.
Other items in the quarter include a finance expense of $15.3 million associated with value fluctuations on our marketable securities.
Income tax expense was $3.7 million in the quarter, somewhat elevated due to FX impacts on net deferred tax liabilities.
Net loss was $5.8 million. This compared to a net income of $44.3 million in the second quarter of 2021. Net income in the second quarter of 2021 was positively impacted by the recognition of gains from the partial sale of our equity stake in OPay.
Net loss per ADS was $0.03 in the quarter. Each ADS represents two shares in Opera Limited. In the quarter, the weighted average number of shares outstanding was 229.5 million, corresponding to 114.8 million ADSs.
Adjusted EBITDA was $16.6 million, representing a 21% margin, compared to an adjusted EBITDA loss of $1.0 million in the second quarter of 2021. Adjusted EBITDA excludes share-based remuneration and non-recurring expenses, as well as other income and discontinued operations.
Adjusted net loss was $3.4 million in the quarter, compared to adjusted net income of $49.1 million in the second quarter of 2021. Adjusted net income (loss) excludes share-based remuneration, non-recurring expenses, discontinued operations and amortization of intangible assets related to acquisitions.
Adjusted net loss per ADS was $0.03 in the quarter.
We have posted Opera's unaudited financial historical results by quarter since 2019 at https://investor.opera.com.
Conference Call
Opera's management will host a conference call to discuss the second quarter 2022 financial results on Tuesday, August 30th at 8:00 am Eastern Time (EDT). Listeners may access the call by dialing the following numbers:
United States: +1 877-830-2597
China: +10-800-714-1507 or +10-800-140-1382
Hong Kong: +80-090-1494
Norway: +47 80-01-3780
United Kingdom: +44 0-808-101-1183
International: +1 785-424-1877
Confirmation Code: OPRAQ222
A live webcast of the conference call will be posted at https://investor.opera.com.
We will be tweeting highlights from our prepared remarks. Please follow along @InvestorOpera.
About Non-IFRS Financial Measures
To supplement our consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented based on IFRS, we use adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net income (loss), both non-IFRS financial measures, to understand and evaluate our core operating performance. These non-IFRS financial measures, which may differ from similarly titled measures used by other companies, are presented to enhance investors' overall understanding of our financial performance and should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with IFRS.
We define adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) excluding income tax expense (benefit), net finance expense (income), share of net loss (income) of equity-accounted investees, fair value loss (gain) from investments, depreciation and amortization, impairment of non-financial assets, impairment of equity-accounted investees, share-based remuneration, credit loss expense related to divested joint venture, non-recurring expenses, less other operating income and (profit) loss from discontinued operations.
We define adjusted net income (loss) as net income (loss) excluding share-based remuneration, amortization cost related to acquired intangible assets, amortization of Nanobank intangible assets, credit loss expense related to divested joint venture and other non-recurring expenses, and (profit) loss from discontinued operations, adjusted for the associated tax benefit related to such items.
We believe that adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net income (loss) provide useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating our operating results. These non-IFRS financial measures adjust for the impact of items that we do not consider indicative of the operational performance of our business. While we believe that these non-IFRS financial measures are useful in evaluating our business, this information should be considered as supplemental in nature and is not meant as a substitute for the related financial information prepared and presented in accordance with IFRS. Please refer to our financial statements at the end of this announcement for a table reconciling our non-IFRS financial measures to net income (loss), the most directly comparable IFRS financial measure.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains statements of a forward-looking nature. These statements, including statements relating to the Company and its investees' future financial and operating results, are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these forward-looking statements by terminology such as "will," "may," "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "seek," "plan," "potential," "continue," "ongoing," "target," "guidance," "is/are likely to," "future" and similar statements. Among other things, management's quotations and the Business outlook section contain forward-looking statements. The Company may also make forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company, its investees, and the industry in which they operate. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those relating to: the duration and development of the conflict in Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as resulting changes in consumer behaviors; the outcome of regulatory processes or litigation; the Company and its goals and strategies; expected development and launch, and market acceptance, of products and services; Company's expectations regarding demand for and market acceptance of its brands, platforms and services; Company's expectations regarding growth in its user base, user retention and level of engagement; Company's ability to attract, retain and monetize users; Company's ability to continue to develop new technologies, products and services and/or upgrade its existing technologies, products and services; quarterly variations in Company's operating results caused by factors beyond its control; and global macroeconomic conditions and their potential impact in the markets in which the Company has business. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof and is based on assumptions that the Company believes to be reasonable as of this date, and it undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that its expectations will turn out to be correct, and investors are cautioned that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. Further information regarding risks and uncertainties faced by Opera is included in the Company's filings with the SEC, including its annual reports on Form 20-F.
About Opera
Opera is a global web innovator. Opera's browsers, gaming, Web3 and news products are the trusted choice of hundreds of millions of users worldwide. Opera is headquartered in Oslo, Norway and listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange (OPRA). Download the Opera browser from www.opera.com.
Learn more about Opera at www.investor.opera.com or on Twitter @InvestorOpera.
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Cupixel's App Empowers Everyone to Experience the Benefits of Creativity Using Advanced Technologies
BOSTON, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cupixel, an experience start-up that brings the joy of creating art to everyone, announces today that the company secured $5M in seed funding led by JOANN (NASDAQ: JOAN).
The Cupixel app harnesses state-of-the-art AR and AI technologies and pairs it with innovative content, premium art materials, interactive tools, and live or on-demand artist-led experiences, enabling people to easily create striking works of art. People who have never before made art can create spectacular paintings and drawings in limitless styles, with limitless subjects, choosing from an extensive gallery of images and fonts. Cupixel offers people a creative outlet and all the benefits that go with that—wellbeing, mindfulness, and joy. The Cupixel app is available on Google Play and the App Store for $12.99/month, and Cupixel offers a limited experience to users for free.
"JOANN is committed to bringing our customers the best tools and assortment available and has been investing in the latest craft technology over recent years," said Rob Will, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer at JOANN. "We believe that Cupixel is at the cutting edge and is providing users of all skill levels with the unique and significant rewards that come from creating art.
Cupixel's AR-powered smart tracing technology casts outlines—either from its gallery of images or of users' own design—onto any surface for people to trace. Cupixel's AI-powered photo to outline conversion technology allows users to upload their own photographs and convert them into image outlines that people can turn into art. And Cupixel's text editor technology lets users design text-based artwork that can stand alone or be added to another piece of art, while its time-lapse tool captures the entire process so people can watch their art come to life and share it on social media.
"Cupixel offers daily live and on-demand art experiences that continually provides value for our users and their families —whether they are making greeting cards, uploading their own photos and drawing them, or more — everyone can produce their own masterpiece," says Elad Katav, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Cupixel.
In addition to the AR app's interactive tools, Cupixel offers physical art sets with all the premium materials users need to create art. The Cupixel Acrylic Art Set includes high-quality paints, brushes, and canvases for paintings, while the Greeting Card Set includes art supplies for creating personalized greeting cards, including premium blank card stock and envelopes, 12 dual-tipped markers, and a selection of greeting card covers.
Cupixel is an experience start-up that brings the joy of creating art to everyone, empowering people with no art experience to enjoy the satisfying benefits of creativity using advanced augmented reality and artificial intelligence technologies. The company's app (available on Google Play and the App Store) provides innovative content, interactive tools, and live or on-demand guidance by artists, to enable everyone to easily make striking works of art. Cupixel received $5M in seed funding from JOANN Fabric & Crafts (NASDAQ:JOAN) and is based in Greater Boston, Massachusetts. For more information, visit cupixel.com.
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ROGERS, Ark., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Harvest Group has made significant expansions in the past couple years, opening an office serving Target in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and building a team to serve their clients at Amazon. Next in the lineup of retailer expansions comes Costco, and with it an important hire in Shan Case as VP of the Costco office.
Case previously worked at Continental Mills for 13 years where most recently, she led the Club Channel Sales Team through extensive growth. With a formal education in Food Science and Nutrition, Case leveraged her experience to create a 25-year career in the food industry- spanning across R&D, project management, and formulation and commercialization of food products. Among other roles, as the New Product Development manager for Club channel she led teams responsible for new item development from concept to success at Costco.
Case has experience and deep understanding of what it takes to win at Costco, both at a corporate level and regionally. With Harvest Group's teams of functional experts, technology driven insights and low client to account manager ratio, Case immediately recognized the value for clients and how this will resonate with Costco buyers. She is most excited about partnering with Harvest Group clients in bringing the right item, at the right time and in the right place to grow their business at Costco.
"At Harvest, the others centric culture really drew me in to want to be part of this team. We exist to serve something greater than ourselves and live out our values in service to our clients. You can feel this at every level in the Harvest Group organization. Culture is not just a thing… it's everything!" -Shan Case
Harvest Group is thrilled to welcome Case and leverage her experience and passion on behalf of our client's business at Costco.
Harvest Group is excited for the opportunity to serve their clients in their omnichannel business at Costco. Interested in learning more about Harvest Group? Visit harvestgroup.com or email hello@harvestgroup.com with any questions or inquiries.
About Harvest Group:
We exist to grow our clients' business. We are the trusted partner for CPG brands looking to grow their omnichannel business at Walmart, Sam's Club, Kroger, Target, Amazon and now Costco. Our multi-functional team of retail experts leverages first class systems and technology to fight for clients along every step of the retail journey. With the industry currently split into traditional brick and mortar brokerages and eCommerce only tech companies, we are proud to provide a rare omnichannel solution serving in-store, online, AND advertising for companies at all life stages. From Shark Tank funded start-ups to Top 50 CPG companies and everyone in between, we help our clients put more products in shoppers' baskets, both in store and online. Named one of Entrepreneur Magazine's 2018 Top Company Cultures, Forbes 2019 Small Giants, and Inc.'s Best Workplaces of 2022 and 2020, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We prioritize our values in every area of our business—in our people, relationships, processes, and ultimately how we serve our clients. Learn more at harvestgroup.com.
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New officers installed by the Albany Woman's Club during a recent ceremony include, from left, Ginger Myers, second vice president; Denise Golden, recording secretary; Hazel Masters, corresponding secretary; Betty Gotsch, president; Marian Sherman, executive board secretary; Linda Snider, treasurer; Jan Swift, auditor; Dianne Barlow, parliamentarian; and Bobbye Pruet, outgoing president. First Vice President Betty Clark is not in the photo.
ALBANY -- Betty Gotsch was installed as new president of the Albany Woman's Club by outgoing President Bobbye Pruet during a recent ceremony.
Members of the club's new executive board also were installed during the ceremony.
In addition to Gotsch, new officers include Ginger Myers, second vice president; Denise Golden, recording secretary; Hazel Masters, corresponding secretary; Marian Sherman, executive board secretary; Linda Snider, treasurer; Jan Swift, auditor; and Dianne Barlow, parliamentarian.
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SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- evowera, an up-and-coming technology firm in China that focuses on the consumer electronics industry, has received the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance for its planck O1 adaptive sonic electric toothbrush (planck O1).
The ADA is the largest dental association in the U.S., representing 161,000 dental professionals. As the premier source of oral health information, the ADA has promoted the art and science of dentistry since 1859, advocating for the dental health of the public ever since. The ADA Seal of Acceptance has been the leading mark of dental product safety and efficacy for 90 years, providing a valuable and respected guide on consumer dental care products. Being certified by ADA represents evowera's strict standards and its unwavering pursuit in consummate dental product development, and casts a light on the high quality and strong competitiveness of planck O1 as an innovative and market-disrupting dental care product.
evowera was founded by four engineers - with backgrounds working in China's most reputable drone company - in 2017 with the goal of developing high-performance consumer electronics. The planck O1 is the brand's first product and it has received great attention from professionals and consumers since it first launched in the end of 2020. The planck O1 can deliver a powerful brushing performance with an output of 42,000 strokes per minute at only 42dB(A). Thanks to hypermag™, an industrial-level servo motor with noise-reduction technology that was fully developed by evowera Labs, it allows users to enjoy an ultimate teeth-cleaning activity with an unprecedented comfortable experience. This type of motor has been applied in medical services, robotics and aeronautics, but this marks the first time that a company has successfully applied an industrial motor to an electric toothbrush.
With evowera's advanced smart technology, the planck O1 is well known for its proprietary adaptive mode, which can create an exclusive personalized profile by analyzing users' cleaning targets based on their daily brushing behavior, habits and other related inputs, ultimately forming a setting that perfectly suits each individual user and ensuring great cleaning results. The built-in display provides a post-brush report that includes blind zones, pressure and duration as well as useful information such as brush head degradation and battery life.
As the second product in the planck series, the evowera planck mini smart manual toothbrush (planck mini) was recently launched in China and it covers the full spectrum of different ages including children, adults and the elderly. Featuring a smart sensor and iconic screen, planck mini enables manual toothbrush users to understand their brushing performance as well. In addition, it helps parents observe their children's teeth-cleaning results and offer effective guidance no matter at home or remotely. The planck mini will be available soon on Amazon.com.
"We want to help users improve their brushing efficiency and quality by providing more intuitive options. Our team has devoted itself to the oral hygiene industry for five years now, tirelessly concentrating on pushing the limits of technology in this field. Through increased technological breakthroughs, we believe we can offer more advanced oral products to consumers moving forward, allowing them to enjoy the ultimate dental experience in their own homes," said by Yihan liu, the CEO of evowera. "We believe small improvements enable people to live more intelligent lives."
Moving forward, evowera will continue to bring more high-quality dental products and other smart electric appliances to provide technology-driven solutions for customers.
About evowera:
evowera, part of Shenzhen EVOWERA Technology Co.,Ltd, was founded in 2017 with a goal of developing high performance consumer electronics. The brand name "evowera" originates from "evolutionary eras we implement".
As alumni of DJI – the world's pioneer drone company – the founding team's motivation to create evowera came from the inspiration of integrating advanced propulsion systems with consumer electronic products, and the desire to bring unprecedented product experiences to customers through countless iterations of fundamental technologies with the endless pursuit of quality. evowera believes even a small improvement in product performance could revive traditional products in a whole new light.
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MEDFORD, Ore., Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Be a kind human bean this fall by supporting The Human Bean's annual food drive on Friday, August 26th, while sipping on an all-time seasonal favorite - the Pumpkin Snowy or try two new limited time offerings, the Maple Twist or Sweet and Salty.
For the 13th Annual Food Drive, one dollar for every drink sold at all Human Bean locations will be donated to local food banks that support meal programs!
On average, it takes $1 to provide three meals for those in need. With the majority of food drives held during the winter months, many food banks run lowest on food supplies during the summer. "The Human Bean recognizes this need and believes that everyone deserves a nutritious meal, no matter the time of year," says Janie Page, Chief Marketing Officer, The Human Bean. "Each year we've been able to raise more than the last, and we're excited to keep that tradition going on August 26th!"
Get ready fall-lovers, we're releasing two new flavors (and one comeback favorite) this month. Warm up or cool down with a Maple Twist. It sounds like a Canadian dance craze from the 60s, but tastes like a drink you'll be crazy about wherever you're from. Deep espresso topped with steamed milk (or your favorite non-dairy alternative) and enhanced with maple brown sugar and a cinnamon garnish. Or take a taste trip to the coffee coastline with the new Sweet and Salty granita where you'll find mouthwatering Ghirardelli chocolate sauce swirling atop a frozen ocean of sea salt caramel espresso and topped with a java chips.
Finally, our delicious autumn favorite, the Pumpkin Snowy combines espresso, rich Ghirardelli white chocolate and pumpkin sauce, topped with pumpkin drizzle. It's a seasonal drink so good you may be tempted to -- wait for it -- fall into it.
Let's come together, to help stock local food banks just by enjoying your favorite drink — or trying a new one — on Friday, August 26th.
About The Human Bean
With a passion for creating happy 'Human Beans', the company's drive-thrus around the U.S. have established a reputation for friendly baristas, high-quality coffee, and innovative flavors. The Human Bean opened its first drive-thru espresso stand in Ashland, Oregon in 1998, and currently supports over 300 locations open or under development in 25 states.
Learn more at thehumanbean.com.
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(NEXSTAR) – Two activists were arrested on Wednesday after supergluing their hands to the café counters at a Starbucks in Seattle.
The two people were among a group of protestors who entered the coffee shop at the Starbucks headquarters in Seattle to protest the chain’s practice of charging extra for customers who request milk alternatives.
“Save the planet, save the cows, stop the vegan upcharge now!” the activists shouted after making their way to the counter, as seen in video livestreamed to Facebook by PETA.
“This week, ahead of Earth Day, Starbucks is failing customers and failing the climate,” one of the protestors yells out in the middle of the store. “We’re heading into a climate catastrophe, and Starbucks is still charging up to 80 extra cents for people to get the vegan milk, a sustainable option.”
The duo remained glued to separate counters inside the Starbucks for less than two hours before police officers unglued their hands. A representative for PETA claims the two have been charged with theft of services and destruction of property, but a spokesperson for the Seattle Police Department said neither person was booked or charged at the scene. Both activists were arrested but released after being interviewed and identified, the police spokesperson told Nexstar.
A representative for the prosecutor’s office was not immediately available to confirm the charges against the protestors.
Starbucks has also responded to Wednesday’s incident, telling Nexstar that the company respects its “customers’ rights to respectfully voice their opinions so long as it does not disrupt our store operations.”
PETA’s latest stunt comes three weeks after Paul McCartney, a longtime vegetarian and animal-rights activist, partnered with PETA to urge former-Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson to end the chain’s surcharges for alternative milks. (Previous Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz took over for Johnson, who stepped down in early April.)
“My friends at PETA are campaigning for this to happen … I sincerely hope that for the future of the planet and animal welfare you are able to implement this policy,” McCartney wrote in the letter, in part.
PETA has long campaigned against Starbucks’ surcharge for plant-based milk, arguing that it not only contributes to the support of dairy farmers, but unfairly discriminates against vegan customers. Also affected are lactose-intolerant customers, “most of whom are people of color,” PETA has previously said.
Starbucks itself acknowledged in Nov. 2021 that “dairy is the biggest contributor to Starbucks carbon footprint.” At the time, Starbucks said it was working on new approaches to sourcing sustainable dairy, but did not announce any plans to scale back on dairy offerings or make it more affordable for customers who request non-dairy options.
Starbucks locations in the U.S. currently charge extra to customize its beverages with non-dairy milk. A “splash” of the same non-dairy milk can be added to certain coffee beverages free of charge, Starbucks says. | https://cw33.com/news/see-it-activists-at-starbucks-superglue-themselves-to-counter-to-protest-upcharge-for-non-dairy-milk/ | 2022-04-22T21:58:31Z |
Flume Data Labs Household Water Use Index Reviews Outdoor Water Use in Q2 2022 vs. Q2 2021
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Flume Data Labs released the Q2 2022 update to the Household Water Use Index, the leading measure of U.S. household water use. Flume Data Labs publishes the Household Water Use Index quarterly, regularly assessing water use across the top 15 Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs). Analysis is based on data from tens of thousands of sensors installed on household water meters across the nation.
Flume Data Labs' analysis shows that in single-family homes within Colorado River Basin-dependent states, average outdoor water use decreased in Q2 2022 versus Q1 2021. While in the rest of the nation, average outdoor use increased.
National indoor water use in Q2 2022 averaged 41.0 Gallons per Capita per Day (GPCD) in Q2 2022.
Regionally, indoor water use varied in Q2 2022 from a high of 49.0 GPCD in the Phoenix, Arizona MSA to a low of 35.6 GPCD in the San Francisco, Bay Area MSA. Indoor water use continues to decrease after the spike in usage following the outbreak of COVID in 2020. On a national scale, the lingering impacts of increased indoor residential use appear to be over and water use has fallen below pre-COVID averages.
Nationally, outdoor water use in Q2 2022 increased compared to that of Q2 2021. Outdoor Household Water Use averaged 210.8 Gallons per Household per Day (GPHD) in Q2 2022. In Q2 2021, outdoor use averaged 206.5 GPHD.
For more than 20 years, an extended mega-drought has unfolded across much of the West with an especially dramatic impact on Colorado River Basin states. Lake Powell and Lake Mead on the Colorado River have fallen to critically low levels prompting water utilities across the west to seek demand reductions. In 2022, this drought prompted many water providers to implement outdoor water use restrictions starting in Q2 2022.
Analysis from Flume Data Labs indicates water users in Colorado River-dependent states reduced outdoor water use in 2022. Average outdoor GPHD in the Colorado Basin States was lower in Q2 2022 than Q2 2021, even as temperatures increased. In Q2 2022, average outdoor water use in Colorado River Basin states was 244.5 GPHD, a reduction of 27% compared to Q2 2021. In contrast, average outdoor water use in states that do not rely on the Colorado River increased by 25% in Q2 2022.
Still, even with these reductions, outdoor water use in Colorado River Basin states is often higher than in other parts of the US as places like Arizona, southern Nevada, and California sees year-round outdoor watering.
Flume Data Labs analyzed outdoor water use in four Colorado Basin states more closely - Arizona, California, Colorado, and Nevada. Average outdoor water use in Arizona and California decreased during Q2 2022. But in Colorado and Nevada, outdoor watering during Q2 2022 increased. Local weather patterns have a significant impact on outdoor watering and may explain some of these differences in outdoor water use.
"Water users in California and Arizona appear to have responded to calls for outdoor use reductions at the beginning of the summer," said Peter Mayer, P.E., Principal of WaterDM, an expert consultant to the water industry for more than 25 years. "Most of the water savings Flume Data Labs detected through this analysis was achieved in those two states. California utilities, in particular, have imposed outdoor use restrictions during the summer of 2022."
To learn more about the Flume Data Labs Household Water Use Index and the data shared here, visit Flume Data Labs at www.flumedatalabs.com or contact us at info@flumedatalabs.com.
Flume Data Labs understands the unique challenges faced by organizations that touch water. Flume Data Labs uses real-time data monitoring to collect and understand how residential water is used. Utilizing a nationwide network of data sensors and one-of-a-kind analysis, Flume Data Labs provides a dynamic informed response to changing conditions and local challenges. To date, Flume Data Labs has tens of thousands of devices installed across the United States. Visit us at www.flumedatalabs.com or contact us at info@flumedatalabs.com to learn more.
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Judge: Walgreens contributed to San Francisco opioid crisis
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal judge ruled Wednesday that Walgreens can be held responsible for contributing to San Francisco’s opioid crisis for over-dispensing highly addictive drugs for years without proper oversight and failing to identify and report suspicious orders as required by law.
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu said the pharmacy chain “continually violated what they were required to do under the federal Controlled Substances Act,” failing to track opioid prescriptions, preventing pharmacists from vetting prescriptions and “nor did they see the many red flags of physicians and others who were dramatically over-prescribing.”
“Pharmacists were pressured to fill, fill, fill,” he said, “and as a result, Walgreens filled our streets with opioids.”
U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer ruled that for 15 years, Walgreens dispensed hundreds of thousands of pills, eventually contributing to the city’s hospitals being overwhelmed with opioid patients, libraries being forced to close because of syringe-clogged toilets, and syringes littering children’s playgrounds in San Francisco.
A Walgreens spokesman said the chain is disappointed in the outcome, which he said is not supported by the facts and the law.
“As we have said throughout this process, we never manufactured or marketed opioids, nor did we distribute them to the ‘pill mills’ and internet pharmacies that fueled this crisis,” spokesman Fraser Engerman said in a statement. “The plaintiff’s attempt to resolve the opioid crisis with an unprecedented expansion of public nuisance law is misguided and unsustainable. We look forward to the opportunity to address these issues on appeal.”
San Francisco in 2018 sued Walgreens and drug manufacturers and distributors over the city’s worsening opioid epidemic, saying they created a “public nuisance” by flooding the city with prescription opioids. All the other defendants previously settled with the city for a total of $114 million, including $54 million that opioid makers Allergan and Teva agreed to pay on the eve of closing arguments in the trial, leaving Walgreens as the sole defendant.
Wednesday’s ruling did not include a ruling on monetary damages, which will be determined in a future trial.
The opioid epidemic has been linked to more than 500,000 deaths in the U.S. over the past two decades, counting those from prescription painkillers such as OxyContin and generic oxycodone as well as illicit drugs such as heroin and illegally produced fentanyl.
The surge in deaths has led to more than 3,000 lawsuits filed by state and local governments, Native American tribes, unions, hospitals and other entities in state and federal courts over the toll of opioids. In San Francisco, Mayor London Breed declared a state of emergency last year in the Tenderloin neighborhood, saying something had to be done about the high concentration of drug dealers and people consuming drugs in public.
The city attorney’s office says San Francisco saw a nearly 500% increase in opioid-related overdose deaths between 2015 and 2020 and that on a typical day, roughly a quarter of visits at the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital Emergency Department are opioid-related.
In 2020, 712 people died of drug overdoses, compared with 257 people who died of COVID-19, according to the city health department.
A high percentage of an estimated 7,800 homeless people in San Francisco — many of whom pitch tents in the Tenderloin — are struggling with chronic addiction or severe mental illness, often both. Some people rant in the streets, nude and in need of medical help.
Pharmacy chains have been sued less often than opioid makers or wholesalers that distribute pharmaceuticals more broadly. In one groundbreaking case, a federal jury in Ohio last year found CVS, Walgreens and Walmart recklessly distributed massive amounts of pain pills in two Ohio counties.
In May, Walgreens reached a $683 million settlement with the state of Florida in a lawsuit accusing the company of improperly dispensing millions of painkillers that contributed to the opioid crisis. Walgreens did not admit wrongdoing in its agreement with Florida and will make payments to the state over 18 years.
The company also faces litigation in Alabama, Michigan and New Mexico, among other states.
Deerfield, Illinois-based Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. runs a network of around 9,000 drugstores in the United States. Walgreens and other prescription drug distributors have faced a slew of lawsuits over the opioid crisis.
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Associated Press writer Tom Murphy in Indianapolis contributed to this report.
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DUBAI, UAE, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem behind the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, today announced it is the official sponsor of The Weeknd's "After Hours Til Dawn" tour. This marks the first global concert tour to integrate Web 3.0 technology for an enhanced fan experience.
Binance has collaborated with HXOUSE, a think-center and community incubator for creative entrepreneurs, to release an exclusive NFT collection for The Weeknd's tour, along with co-branded tour merchandise. Attendee's virtual ticket stubs can also gain access to commemorative NFTs which will provide unique experiences for fans.
"Binance is all about the community, about people, about inclusion. I was impressed by their focus on users and innovative edge," said The Weeknd. "It made perfect sense to work together and I can't wait for fans to experience crypto within a creative avenue while supporting a good cause. There are so many possibilities with crypto and I think this is just the beginning."
"We are excited to be an exclusive crypto partner of The Weeknd's tour, giving fans and people the ability to interact with crypto in a new avenue," said Binance Co-Founder Yi He. "Crypto is community-centric and we believe this partnership embodies that, including empowering local artists and giving back, through a mainstream platform."
As a United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) Global Goodwill Ambassador, The Weeknd launched the XO Humanitarian Fund earlier this year to support WFP's lifesaving emergency operations in hunger hotspots around the world. To mark the launch of the tour, Binance will donate $2 million to the XO Humanitarian Fund, which is administered by World Food Program USA. Additionally, The Weeknd and Binance are creating a specially designed NFT collection and five percent of its sales will be donated to the XO Humanitarian Fund.
The Weeknd's "After Hours Til Dawn" tour will begin July 8, 2022. Binance.US is the official sponsor of The Weeknd's tour in the U.S. and Binance.com for the global portion of the tour.
About Binance
Binance is the world's leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider with a financial product suite that includes the largest digital asset exchange by volume. Trusted by millions worldwide, the Binance platform is dedicated to increasing the freedom of money for users, and features an unmatched portfolio of crypto products and offerings, including: trading and finance, education, data and research, social good, investment and incubation, decentralization and infrastructure solutions, and more. For more information, visit: https://www.binance.com. Disclaimer: Binance.com services are not available in the United States. U.S persons should sign-up with Binance.US.
About World Food Program USA
World Food Program USA, a 501(c)(3) organization based in Washington, DC, proudly supports the mission of the United Nations World Food Programme by mobilizing American policymakers, businesses and individuals to advance the global movement to end hunger. Our leadership and support help to bolster an enduring American legacy of feeding families in need around the world. To learn more about World Food Program USA, please visit http://www.wfpusa.org/theweeknd/.
About HXOUSE
HXOUSE is a Toronto-based, globally focused think centre. Serving its community as an incubator and accelerator, HXOUSE helps to foster innovation and opportunity for creatives and entrepreneurs.
HXOUSE seeks to empower youth through mentorship and practical education by engaging the creative mind through cross-disciplinary learning. HXOUSE's core belief is that by learning outside of your discipline you can better evolve your craft.
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Parents speak to school board after school employee found in closet with special needs child
HEALDTON, Okla. (KXII) - Healdton police were called to a Texoma school for children with special needs after a school worker was caught in the closet with a child eight weeks ago.
Wednesday morning, family members of the victim anxiously waited to speak with the school board about what happened at a meeting.
The victim’s mom, Stephanie King, and stepmom, Ashley Ross told News 12 they’ve been waiting for weeks for this meeting, and felt like the school board didn’t care about their daughter, who has special needs.
“These kids are our silent victims,” King said. “A lot of times they cannot speak up for themselves. They don’t understand what’s going on.”
According to a Healdton police report, 25-year-old Logan Smith was found in a cleaning closet at the Tri-County Interlocal Cooperative school with King’s daughter, a 16-year-old student who has a mental disability.
“It’s our job as parents, as teachers, as educators to protect those kids and make sure this doesn’t happen,” King said.
According to the report, Smith denied to police touching the girl on her private areas, but did admit getting sexual gratification from touching her elsewhere, and admitted he would have gone further had he not been interrupted.
“We’ll never know what happened in that closet,” Ross said. “And we know that he was-she said tickling her. That’s as far as we’re gonna know. But we know that he said he got sexual gratification from that. And then we know that there- he was reported to the school with an incident with another child, twice, just weeks before it happened to Sadie.”
That first child’s father told News 12 he informed the school when Smith inappropriately grabbed his daughter, but nothing was done.
“We just want to see changes, we want to see something happen,” King said.
While they wait for charges to be filed, King is wondering how it happened to her daughter in the first place.
“Obviously there’s something wrong, it shouldn’t have happened in the first place,” King said. “But also the administrator, she shouldn’t have been the one to decide with [the first child] whether it was appropriate or not. The police should have been called and that should have been the police or the DA, somebody else’s decision.”
News 12 showed up to the meeting where board members would decide whether the administrator, Michelle Taylor, would receive disciplinary action.
After a closed executive session, the school board voted to “authorize the board’s attorney to undertake such actions as are consistent with the discussions in executive session.”
News 12 tried to clarify what that meant, but multiple school board members declined to comment.
District attorney Craig Ladd said the incident is still being reviewed.
As of Wednesday, no charges had been filed.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Wells Fargo & Company ("Wells Fargo") (NYSE: WFC) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Wells Fargo common stock between February 24, 2021 and June 9, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Wells Fargo, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Wells Fargo includes allegations that the Company made 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.
DEADLINE: August 29, 2022
Aggrieved Wells Fargo investors only have until August 29, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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(The Hill) – Newly revealed emails show that former White House counsel Pat Cipollone agreed that materials the National Archives requested be returned by President Trump should be given to the agency.
Cipollone, who also severed under the Trump administration as a designated representative to the Archives, reportedly told National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) chief counsel Gary Stern that the documents needed to be returned, The Washington Post reported.
“It is also our understanding that roughly two dozen boxes of original presidential records were kept in the Residence of the White House over the course of President Trump’s last year in office and have not been transferred to NARA, despite a determination by Pat Cipollone in the final days of the administration that they need to be,” Stern wrote in an email to Trump’s lawyers in May 2021, according to the Post.
According to the report, NARA officials grew concerned about Trump and his team keeping dozens of boxes of official documents and repeatedly declining requests to return those documents.
Stern also noted in his emails to Trump’s legal counsel that two classified documents, which were letters from North Korea President Kim Jong Un and former President Obama, were missing from their archival list.
“We know things are very chaotic, as they always are in the course of a one-term transition,” Stern wrote in the email. “ … But it is absolutely necessary that we obtain and account for all presidential records.”
Stern also wrote in the emails that he consulted with other attorneys in Trump’s legal counsel to return the requested documents.
The report comes after the FBI conducted a search warrant at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence earlier this month, as authorities searched for classified documents Trump brought to his Florida residence after the end of his term at the White House.
Trump returned up to 15 boxes of classified documents to the NARA earlier this year, as NARA officials continued to urge Trump’s team to look for more documents at his Florida residence; referring the matter to the Department of Justice as well, the Post noted. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/emails-show-trump-lawyer-agreed-archives-should-get-requested-records-report/ | 2022-08-25T19:47:16Z |
TORONTO, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - TerrAscend Corp. ("TerrAscend" or the "Company") (CSE: TER) (OTCQX: TRSSF), a leading North American cannabis operator, today reported its financial results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2022. All amounts are expressed in U.S. dollars unless indicated otherwise and are prepared under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP).
First Quarter 2022 Financial Highlights
- Net Sales were $49.7 million as compared to $49.2 million in Q4 2021.
- Gross Profit Margin was 30.5% as compared to 42.3% in Q4 2021.
- Adjusted Gross Profit Margin1 was 38.4% as compared to 49.8% in Q4 2021.
- Adjusted EBITDA1 was $3.3 million as compared to $11.9 million in Q4 2021.
- Adjusted EBITDA Margin1 was 6.6% as compared to 24.2% in Q4 2021.
- Cash and Cash Equivalents totaled $88.4 million as of March 31, 2022.
Jason Wild, Executive Chairman of TerrAscend, commented, "While revenue and margins during the first quarter were impacted by the industry wide vape recall in Pennsylvania and front-loaded operating costs in New Jersey ahead of adult use, we expect revenue and margin to increase materially in the second quarter and beyond. The strategic decisions and investments we have made over the last three years position us well for substantial growth in each of our four key markets – New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Maryland."
Mr. Wild continued, "New Jersey adult use sales began on April 21st, a significant milestone for TerrAscend and the entire industry. Demand has been strong for our brands and our elevated retail experience. We recently introduced the first concentrates in the state and expect additional 'first-in-state' product introductions in the near future. In Pennsylvania, we continue to cultivate the highest quality flower in our history and have introduced new genetics, to which patients have reacted positively. In Michigan, Gage has positioned us as a leader in one of the largest cannabis markets in the U.S. Lastly, subsequent to the quarter end, we announced the acquisition of a medical dispensary in Maryland and 5 dispensaries in Michigan. These acquisitions exemplify our strategy of 'going deep' in the markets in which we operate. While remaining focused on organic growth, the dislocation in public and private company valuations should provide attractive M&A opportunities to accelerate growth in a financially disciplined way."
Financial Summary Q1 2022 and Comparative Periods
First Quarter 2022 Business and Operational Highlights
- Closed on the acquisition of Gage Growth Corp.
- Appointed Ziad Ghanem as President and Chief Operating Officer.
- Appointed Jared Anderson, SVP Finance & Strategy, Charishma Kothari, SVP Marketing, and Charles Oster, SVP Sales.
- Appointed Kara DioGuardi to the Board of Directors.
- Became first major MSO to expand its ecommerce platform via proprietary Apothecarium mobile app, available in the Apple App store, with express pick-up and delivery where permitted.
Subsequent Events
- Held the grand opening of adult-use sales on April 21st in Maplewood and Phillipsburg, New Jersey, two of only twelve dispensaries currently opened in the state.
- Approved for hydrocarbon extraction in New Jersery with first products recently launched.
- Signed lease on new facility in New Jersey, which will provide expanded capacity up to the 150,000 canopy square foot limit.
- Received home delivery license for medical patients in New Jersey.
- Partnered with Cookies to open its third Cookies-branded dispensary in Michigan, located in Ann Arbor.
- Announced agreement to acquire KISA Enterprises MI, LLC and KISA Holdings, LLC ("Pinnacle"), a dispensary operator in Michigan with 5 operational locations.
- Extraction lab and packaging facilities in Michigan approved to start operations.
- Announced acquisition of Allegany Medical Marijuana Dispensary ("AMMD") located in Cumberland, MD, which will enable the Company to become vertically integrated in the state.
- Announced the promotion of Jodie Lampert to SVP of Human Resources and the appointment of Lynn Gefen as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.
First Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Net sales for the first quarter of 2022 totaled $49.7 million, up 1% sequentially and down 7% year over year, mainly related to the temporary impact of the vape recall on the Pennsylvania business, combined with the continued intentional accumulation of inventory in New Jersey, versus selling wholesale, in preparation for adult use sales. The Company's Canadian business also experienced a soft quarter both sequentially and year over year. The declines were partially offset by three weeks of revenue from the Gage acquisition, which closed on March 10th.
Gross margin for the quarter was 30.5% as compared to 42.3% in the previous quarter. Adjusted gross margin for the quarter, excluding one-time impacts such as reserves for the Pennsylvania vape recall in the first quarter, was 38.4% as compared to 49.8% in the previous quarter. The sequential margin compression was driven by the under-absorption impact of lower volumes related to the vape recall in Pennsylvania, front loaded costs in New Jersey ahead of adult use sales, and an unfavorable mix from the addition of Gage.
General & Administrative expenses, excluding stock-based compensation, were up $2.2 million, including Gage, versus the previous quarter. As a percentage of revenue, G&A increased to 38.7% in the first quarter of 2022 from 34.5% in fourth quarter of 2021. The increase as a percentage of revenue was impacted by flat revenue combined with front-loaded spending in New Jersey ahead of adult use and the addition of Gage for part of the quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $3.3 million versus $11.9 million in the previous quarter. This reduction was mainly driven by gross margin compression in Pennsylvania related to lower volumes and front-loaded costs in New Jersey ahead of adult use sales, as well as intentional accumulation of inventory in the state in preparation for adult use sales.
Operating loss for the quarter was $10.0 million, driven by the mix of revenue resulting in compressed gross margin.
Net loss for the quarter was $16.0 million, mainly driven by the operating loss, accrued income taxes of $3.7 million, and finance and other expenses of $6.9 million, partially offset by a net gain on fair value of warrant liability of $5.7 million.
Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
Cash and cash equivalents were $88.4 million as of March 31, 2022, compared to $79.6 million as of December 31, 2021, providing ample capacity to fund planned organic and inorganic growth initiatives.
Cash used from operations was $18.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2022, mainly driven by working capital as the Company continued to prepare for adult use sales in New Jersey, as well as $8 million of interest payments. The Company received $23.9 million in proceeds from warrants and options during the quarter while paying $3.3 million to terminate the lease in Frederick, Maryland in preparation for the transition to the new facility in Hagerstown. A payment of $7.0 million was also made for the final earnout related to the acquisition of the State Flower business.
Capital expenditures were $4.2 million in the quarter, primarily related to the on-going expansion work at the Hagerstown, Maryland facility.
As of May 11th, 2022 there were 318.4 million basic shares outstanding including 252 million common shares, 14 million preferred shares as converted, and 52.4 million exchangeable shares.
Conference Call
TerrAscend will host a conference call today, May 12, 2022, to discuss these results. Jason Wild, Executive Chairman; Ziad Ghanem, President and Chief Operating Officer and Keith Stauffer, Chief Financial Officer will host the call starting at 6:00 p.m. Eastern time. A question-and-answer session will follow management's presentation.
Financial results and analyses are available on the Company's website (www.terrascend.com) and SEDAR (www.sedar.com).
The Canadian Securities Exchange ("CSE") has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this news release. Neither the CSE nor its Market Regulator (as that term is defined in the policies of the CSE) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Definition and Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures
In addition to reporting the financial results in accordance with GAAP, the Company reports certain financial results that differ from what is reported under GAAP. Non-GAAP measures used by management do not have any standardized meaning prescribed by GAAP and may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. The Company believes that certain investors and analysts use these measures to measure a company's ability to meet other payment obligations or as a common measurement to value companies in the cannabis industry, and the Company calculates Adjusted Gross Profit as Gross Profit adjusted for certain material non-cash items and Adjusted EBITDA as EBITDA adjusted for certain material non-cash items and certain other adjustments management believes are not reflective of the ongoing operations and performance. Such information is intended to provide additional information and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with GAAP. The Company believes this definition is a useful measure to assess the performance of the Company as it provides more meaningful operating results by excluding the effects of expenses that are not reflective of the Company's underlying business performance and other one-time or non-recurring expenses.
The table below reconciles Gross Profit and Adjusted Gross Profit for the quarters ended March 31, 2022, December 31, 2021, and March 31, 2021
The table below reconciles net loss to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA for the quarters ended March 31, 2022, December 31, 2021, and March 31, 2021
About TerrAscend
TerrAscend is a leading North American cannabis operator with vertically integrated operations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan and California, licensed cultivation and processing operations in Maryland and licensed production in Canada. TerrAscend operates The Apothecarium and Gage dispensary retail locations as well as scaled cultivation, processing, and manufacturing facilities in its core markets. TerrAscend's cultivation and manufacturing practices yield consistent, high-quality cannabis, providing industry-leading product selection to both the medical and legal adult-use markets. The Company owns several synergistic businesses and brands, including Gage Cannabis, The Apothecarium, Ilera Healthcare, Kind Tree, Prism, State Flower, Valhalla Confections, and Arise Bioscience Inc. For more information, visit www.terrascend.com.
Caution Regarding Cannabis Operations in the United States
Investors should note that there are significant legal restrictions and regulations that govern the cannabis industry in the United States. Cannabis remains a Schedule I drug under the US Controlled Substances Act, making it illegal under federal law in the United States to, among other things, cultivate, distribute, or possess cannabis in the United States. Financial transactions involving proceeds generated by, or intended to promote, cannabis-related business activities in the United States may form the basis for prosecution under applicable US federal money laundering legislation.
While the approach to enforcement of such laws by the federal government in the United States has trended toward non-enforcement against individuals and businesses that comply with medical or adult-use cannabis programs in states where such programs are legal, strict compliance with state laws with respect to cannabis will neither absolve TerrAscend of liability under U.S. federal law, nor will it provide a defense to any federal proceeding which may be brought against TerrAscend. The enforcement of federal laws in the United States is a significant risk to the business of TerrAscend and any proceedings brought against TerrAscend thereunder may adversely affect TerrAscend's operations and financial performance.
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Tropical Storm Earl forms east of Leeward Islands
Published: Sep. 3, 2022 at 10:34 AM EDT|Updated: 17 minutes ago
MIAMI (AP) — Forecasters say Tropical Storm Earl has formed east of the Northern Leeward Islands and is threatening to unleash heavy rains and gusty squalls in the region.
The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami said Earl formed late Friday and was headed west-northwest on a course expected to take it near or just north of the Northern Leeward Islands on Saturday.
Late Friday, the storm was centered about 185 miles east of the Northern Leeward Islands and had top sustained winds of 40 mph.
Forecasters said some slight strengthening was possible in the next few days.
They warned of the possibility of some rapidly rising rivers in Puerto Rico and a flash flood threat.
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COPENHAGEN, Denmark and NEW YORK, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) and its clinical trial arm Lupus Therapeutics congratulate Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) on new positive results from a Phase 2 trial of its investigational agent deucravacitinib for the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Deucravacitinib is a potentially first-in-class inhibitor of Tyrosine kinase 2 (TYK2), which regulates the levels of Type I interferons, molecules in the immune system that contribute to tissue damage and lupus symptoms.
Data showed that the primary endpoint at week 32 evaluating the effectiveness of deucravacitinib was met; a significantly greater percentage of patients treated with the study drug met the required reduction of symptoms as evaluated by the SLE Responder Index-4 (SRI-4), a composite measurement of disease activity (58.2% of patients taking deucravacitinib versus 34.4% on placebo). At 48 weeks, those patients given deucravacitinib at an oral dose of 3 mg twice daily showed statistically significant reduction in symptoms according to four objective measurements of BICLA, LLDAS, CLASI 50, and change in active joint counts. Safety was demonstrated with similar rates of side effects between those patients given deucravacitinib compared with those receiving placebo.
These late-breaking data were presented by Professor Eric Morand, Head of the School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health in Australia and Lupus Research Alliance Distinguished Innovator Award recipient, at the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) 2022 Annual Congress, June 1-4, Copenhagen.
Albert Roy, Executive Director of Lupus Therapeutics commented, "These are very encouraging results for patients with SLE. We are honored to have played a role in this exciting work by helping to conduct this clinical trial through our Lupus Clinical Investigators Network (LuCIN) of renowned North American academic centers. We thank BMS, all the investigators, and all the patients for their participation in this study evaluating what could serve as a much-needed treatment option."
"The lupus community owes tremendous gratitude to the patients who took part in this study. Lupus is a highly heterogeneous autoimmune disease which differs from person to person, so many new treatments are needed. We urge every person with lupus to talk to their healthcare professionals about participating in the clinical research as an opportunity for high-quality care while helping improve the future for all those living with lupus," Roy added.
About Lupus
Lupus is a chronic, complex autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. More than 90 percent of people with lupus are women; lupus is most often diagnosed during the childbearing years of 15-45. African Americans, Latinx, Asians and Native Americans are two to three times at greater risk than Caucasians. In lupus, the immune system, designed to protect against infection, creates antibodies that can attack any part of the body including the kidneys, brain, heart, lungs, blood, skin, and joints.
About the Lupus Research Alliance
The Lupus Research Alliance, the largest nongovernmental, nonprofit research organization dedicated to lupus research worldwide, aims to transform treatment while advancing toward a cure by funding the most innovative lupus research in the world. The organization's stringent peer review grant process fosters diverse scientific talent who are driving discovery toward better diagnostics, improved treatments and ultimately a cure for lupus. Because the Lupus Research Alliance's Board of Directors funds all administrative and fundraising costs, 100% of all donations goes to support lupus research programs.
About Lupus Therapeutics
Lupus Therapeutics, an affiliate of the Lupus Research Alliance, aims to accelerate drug discovery and diagnostic innovation for all patients living with lupus. Lupus Therapeutics collaborates with biotechnology and pharmaceutical partners through its unprecedented Lupus Clinical Investigators Network (LuCIN) to drive rapid and meaningful progress in the treatment of lupus patients. The organization aims to place the patient voice and community stakeholders at the center of the clinical research process with the most innovative and renowned experts throughout North America.
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The manufacturing and industrial sector is slowly realizing that 5G Private Networks are essential for automation, robotics, and Augmented reality
NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Network upgrades can underpin the efforts of manufacturers to automate quality assurance (QA) processes, deploy Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) inside the facility, and upskill employees with the use of Augmented Reality. Lower latency and support for Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) afforded by a 5G network can further enable wireless process automation for robotics use cases and increase bandwidth support for data-heavy applications, such as video analytics. According to new research from global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, in 2030, manufacturing and industrial firms worldwide will have more than 49 million 5G connections inside their facilities, which will generate US$2.4 billion in global connections revenue for suppliers.
"Progressive advancements to network performance (from Wi-Fi to Long Term Evolution (LTE), and from LTE to 5G) can underpin improvements to customers' operations. But to maximize the benefits to their operations, customers will need to invest in ancillary technologies, such as edge networking, data management, and data analytics, to accelerate data collection and create a digital thread," says Michael Larner, Industrial and Manufacturing Research Director at ABI Research.
However, a lack of 5G industrial devices has stalled manufacturers' interest in 5G private wireless. In turn, the lack of enthusiasm has discouraged hardware suppliers from creating the necessary devices. As a result of the state of flux, equipment vendors, such as Nokia, have launched converged devices supporting Wi-Fi, LTE, and 5G connectivity.
Suppliers need to showcase the attributes of a 5G network and prove how a 5G network can upgrade operations. "The lack of 5G devices is a genuine drag on adoption, but suppliers (telcos such as Nokia, Ericsson, NTT), Information Technology (IT) providers (HPE, DXC, Dell Technologies), Operational Technology (OT) specialists (Bosch, Siemens, Honeywell) and System Integrators (SIs) such as Accenture and Deloitte) should be working with prospective customers to educate them today about 5G's potential," Larner concludes.
These findings are from ABI Research's 5G Private Wireless in Manufacturing market update report. This report is part of the company's Industrial and Manufacturing research service, which includes research, data, and ABI Insights. Depicted in a PowerPoint format, the Market Update provides a snapshot into current and future market opportunities and threats for a specific technology as well as focusing on a selected key market and associated trends.
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The reinvention of our award-winning XPS portfolio continues
By Donnie Oliphant | June 9th @ 9am ET
ROUND ROCK, Texas, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of its marquee XPS 13 Plus launch, where the system has been praised for its 'futuristic redesign', Dell continues this year's rollout of its reimagined XPS portfolio with today's launch of the iconic XPS 13 and the reveal of the upcoming XPS 13 2-in-1.
Today's hybrid and mobile world means that your tools have to meet you wherever you are. Versatility and multi-tasking with ease are paramount, and Dell's XPS 13 and XPS 13 2-in-1 deliver each in spades.
Dell's thinnest and lightest 13-inch XPS laptop, the XPS 13 is now available
Because the course of a day can change with one email, text or spark of spontaneity, the XPS 13 (available with Windows 11 or Ubuntu 20.04) is your ultimate on-the-go companion. Artfully thin, light and compact with up to 12 hours of long battery life1, it slips seamlessly into your backpack, bag or purse, while still delivering the premium performance you need with 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors to multitask with ease.
True to the XPS aesthetic, it features our fifth generation, 4-side InfinityEdge display and enhanced sound for an immersive entertainment experience whether you're streaming music, video-chatting friends or watching the latest blockbuster. High brightness, improved clarity, precise detail and vivid color bring your content to life, while larger speakers enable louder sound, deeper bass and a better overall audio experience. Eyesafe® technology intelligently manages light energy at the source, reducing harmful blue light without compromising your visual experience.
Expertly crafted from premium materials, the XPS 13 delivers an inclusive approach to expressive color, with unified tones inside and out that embody our mindful, minimalist approach. Available in softened shades of Sky and Umber, the tinted CNC machined aluminum is curated and premium.
Same charter, new blueprint
With XPS, our design charter is to simplify the user experience so that the technology almost blends into the background and the device serves as an extension of you. But sometimes it's cool to understand how things are made, so let's talk about all the advanced engineering that allowed us to achieve our design and experience goals…
In the past you've seen XPS reimagine the front-of-screen experience with our trademark InfinityEdge design that propelled the industry to adopt thinner bezels and offer a greater viewing experience in the same or smaller footprint. In the spirit of pushing boundaries, or shrinking boundaries, our engineering team journeyed inwards with the same mission to get the XPS 13 as compact as possible for customers who prioritize mobility. This time, our engineers had to rethink the architectural layout under-the-hood.
This kickstarted a long and ambitious journey to "miniaturize" the motherboard to be 1.8x smaller than the one found in our previous XPS 13 (2021). In fact, it's the smallest motherboard ever created and fitted for a Dell PC. This engineering marvel created the architectural space needed to pack in a tapestry of new technologies and enlarge the speaker enclosures. The end result is an XPS 13 that is thinner and lighter, yet better sounding, high performing and long lasting.
Taking versatility to new heights, the XPS 13 2-in-1 is launching this Summer
As the lines continue to blur between work, life, learning, the XPS 13 2-in-1 reflects just that. This XPS device provides the ultimate flexibility allowing you to effortlessly transition between streaming, working creating and sharing content, and connecting with whatever else moves you.
Enjoy premium performance anywhere with the first XPS device to offer 5G connectivity, which enables faster downloads, like WiFi speeds, but for mobile broadband. Streaming, downloading files, rich video content – all happens a lot faster with the speed of 5G, so you can be productive and entertained no matter the location. And when we say no matter the location, we mean it. The new XPS 13 2-in-1 also features eSIM technology, which allows you to go to different countries and connect to global carriers without having to switch SIM cards.
The XPS 13 2-in-1 lets you transition freely and fluidly from consumption to full productivity mode by attaching the magnetic XPS Folio, providing a complete laptop experience that supports three angle adjustments (100°, 112.5°, 125°) for flexibility and comfort. Express your creativity with a natural writing and inking experience with the XPS Stylus, comfortable for both left- and right-handed users, turning the device into a state-of-the-art sketchpad to bring your latest creative visions to life. The custom XPS Stylus magnetically attaches to the top to charge, and can provide up to 50 days of run time on average2 from a full charge. Both the XPS Folio and Stylus are sold separately.
Designed around an intuitive, landscape-first viewing mode – because that's how we see the world – the stunning display panel delivers high brightness and precise detail with up to 3K resolution and vivid color, making content as dynamic as your ideas. The high-resolution 1080p front-facing webcam offers a crisp and clear image and is placed horizontally for practical and productive video calls. And the 4K world-facing camera empowers you to capture high-fidelity photos and edit content all on one versatile device.
The XPS 13 2-in-1 offers two connectivity options, standard WiFi 6E3 or 5G4 with WiFi 6E, each featuring a sleek, minimalist design. The standard WiFi 6E model is constructed of machined aluminum, just like the XPS 13 and is available in the subtle blue Sky color. Unique to the 5G model, the back is made from Gorilla Glass 7 to optimize connectivity and eliminate signal interference. It's available in a darker Slate hue.
Delivering on our commitment to sustainability
In line with Dell's longstanding commitment to reducing its environmental impact, the XPS 13 and XPS 13 2-in-1 chassis are crafted from low-carbon aluminum, produced using hydro-powered renewable energy sources, which offer a 70% reduction in carbon emissions compared to aluminum chassis produced in traditional coal-powered facilities. The XPS 13 and XPS 13 2-in-1 are EPEAT Gold registered, and both ship in 100% renewable or recycled packaging5.
Final Words
Unsure of what to do with your old devices? With Dell Trade In, you can turn any eligible electronic device (Dell and non-Dell) into credit towards your next Dell.com purchase. While initially launching in the U.S., this program will expand to additional countries later this year.
And remember, with Dell Migrate, you can move important and hard to replace data and files from Windows-based PCs6 to your new XPS device—so you can get up and running fast.
Check out our PRESS KIT HERE for more information on each new XPS device. Follow and stay connected with us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Pricing and availability
- XPS 13 [USD $999 | CAD $1,249] and XPS 13 Developer Edition [USD $949 | $1,199] is now available in U.S. and Canada, with Windows 11 or Ubuntu 20.04 respectively
- XPS 13 2-in-1 will be available Summer 2022. Pricing to be confirmed nearer to availability date.
1 Netflix streaming battery benchmark: XPS 13 tested with 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1230U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Intel Iris Xe graphics and FHD+ non-touch display. Testing conducted by Dell labs in March 2022 with display brightness set to 150 nits (40%) and wireless enabled. Based on streaming Netflix 1080p content using the Netflix Windows 11 app. Actual battery life may be significantly less than the test results and varies depending on product configuration and use, software, usage, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors. Maximum battery life will decrease with time. The stated Watt Hour (WHr) is not an indication of battery life.
2 Based on 2 hours daily usage for 5 days a week using 45mAh Li-Ion Battery
3 WiFi 6E compatible router required. Router requires separate purchase. WiFi 6E connectivity only available in select countries. Check availability with your service provider.
4 4G and 3G Backwards compatible. Actual speeds will vary depending on carrier network, users, location and other factors. Subject to service provider's subscription and coverage area. Additional charges will apply. Contact service provider for details.
5 Renewable in the form of FSC fibers.
6 Windows 8.1 or higher. Applications can be downloaded and installed separately after you complete your migration.
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Brian Kotlyar joins Hightouch as VP Marketing and Growth to help marketers everywhere fix their customer data challenges
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hightouch, the Data Activation platform for businesses with modern data warehouses, today announced two major milestones: the company tripled revenue in the first half of 2022 and added veteran software industry leader Brian Kotlyar to further accelerate growth.
Fortune 500 companies have been investing in their data warehouses and data tools for years, but are struggling to unlock value for their business teams. Hightouch helps more than 1,000 companies move the data from their warehouse to more than 100 SaaS applications automatically and without engineering. Despite signs of a broader economic slowdown, adoption of Hightouch continues to accelerate due to the platform's simple implementation and time to value, its ability to displace expensive legacy tools, and the value it creates for non-technical teams by activating customer data otherwise locked in the warehouse.
"People are waking up to the fact that they don't need custom integrations or months long implementations to activate their data. If they have a data warehouse and Hightouch, then every single person in the company can take action on their data— with the blessing of their data team, and without complicated engineering heavy roll-outs. It's a no-brainer." Kashish Gupta, Co-CEO of Hightouch
Brian Kotlyar, formerly of New Relic, Intercom, and Sprinklr joins the company to lead Marketing and Growth. He brings a track record of helping create billions of dollars in enterprise value at the fastest growing software businesses in the world, most recently helping New Relic triple its growth rate after 6 quarters of decline.
"The time for Data Activation is right now. I've spent almost 20 years trying to solve the exact problems that Hightouch was invented to address—and I'm not alone. Thousands of companies have adopted the modern data warehouse, but still struggle to unlock value for their marketing, sales, success, finance, and operations teams. Honestly, Hightouch empowers business teams so effectively it should probably cost ten times more than it does. As a buyer, it feels like you're getting away with something." - Brian Kotlyar, VP Marketing and Growth of Hightouch
Every business team needs relevant, consistent, and fresh customer data synced to the SaaS tools they use daily to interact with customers. Hightouch is the easiest way to bring data into those tools, all without tedious set-up or specialized engineering help.
In addition to these milestones, in the first half of 2022, Hightouch launched dozens of new platform features, integrations, and destinations, further bolstering its position as a leader in the Data Activation industry:
- Traits: Create calculated fields to supercharge personalization campaigns…no code required
- Sync logs: Log sync data back to the warehouse to dig deeper with the full flexibility of SQL
- Live debugger: Troubleshoot sync issues with complete visibility into errors
- Hightouch Notify: Get notified of important customer events directly in your messaging tools
- dbt exposures: Get end-to-end visibility for how data is flowing between dbt and Hightouch
- Advanced user permissions: Enforce platform governance with granular role- and label-based controls
- Datadog integration: Configure customized sync alerts with Datadog
- Dagster integration: Orchestrate Hightouch syncs from a single operational pane of glass
- Auto-mapping: Map to destination fields faster with smart suggestions
- Snowflake Partner Connect: Launch Hightouch directly from Snowflake
- Databricks Partner Connect: Launch Hightouch directly from Databricks
- Leading the industry in native destinations: Sync data to over 100 SaaS tools that business teams rely on
Visit: http://www.hightouch.com to learn more or sign up for a free trial.
Founded by early employees of Segment, Hightouch is the world's leading Data Activation platform, which syncs data from data warehouses to over 100 SaaS tools. Hightouch was founded on the notion that every business team—sales, marketing, support, success—needs relevant, accurate, and real-time customer data in the software they use to talk to customers including CRM, email, and support platforms. With data warehouses as the hub for customer data, Hightouch has pioneered the concept of Reverse ETL, which is the easiest way to get data out of data warehouses and into those customer-facing operational systems. Hightouch is based in San Francisco and backed by leading investors such as ICONIQ Growth, Amplify Partners, Bain Capital Ventures, Y-Combinator, and Afore Capital. For more information, visit www.hightouch.com.
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Woman accused of killing man she met through social media, authorities say
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT/WDAM/Gray News) – A woman from Nashville was charged with the murder of a man from Mississippi she met through social media, according to police.
Authorities said Sierra Inscoe, 20, and Carson Sistrunk, 24, met online and had planned to meet in person, WLBT reports.
Sistrunk was reported missing Sept. 6, but WDAM reports that his body was discovered last week at an oil well site by a worker who noticed tire tracks.
Jefferson Davis County Sheriff Ron Strickland said Sistrunk had been shot.
Authorities said Inscoe became a suspect in Sistrunk’s killing after being stopped by an officer while she was driving a vehicle that belonged to Sistrunk.
Agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation arrested Inscoe on Sunday. The agency issued a warrant for her arrest for a felony taking of a motor vehicle charge out of Rankin County.
Inscoe was denied bond during her initial court appearance Wednesday.
Although Inscoe is being charged with murder in Jefferson Davis County, she is currently being held at the Rankin County Detention Center.
Copyright 2022 WLBT and WDAM via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/09/16/woman-accused-killing-man-she-met-through-social-media-authorities-say/ | 2022-09-16T15:26:13Z |
-Rugged and Cute Phone Cases Available Now-
FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OtterBox, the No. 1-selling smartphone case brand in the U.S, covers the new iPhone 14 lineup with trendy and protective phone cases to fit every style. Plus – for the first time ever, Frē Series joins the OtterBox line-up for fully waterproof protection.
"OtterBox offers a wide range of cases, so you can customize your new iPhone," said OtterBox CEO Jim Parke. "With tons of different colors and styles, OtterBox phone cases show off the beautiful and durable design of the phone and add an extra layer of protection. Plus, with MagSafe compatible cases, you can enhance your iPhone experience with OtterBox MagSafe accessories."
Cute Phone Cases
The extensive line of OtterBox cases for the iPhone 14 lineup compliments everyone's needs. Symmetry Series is a cute iPhone 14 case available in pretty florals, bold colors and trendy designs. These patterned, solid and clear phone cases feature an all-new super slim design. This ultra-sleek and stylish iPhone 14 case is made with more than 50% recycled plastic and has three times the military drop standard protection. Also be sure to check out Strada Series, a premium leather folio case perfect for protecting your device and storing essential cards and cash. The folio can act as a stand and protects the display when not in use. Find Symmetry Series and Strada Series, available now, on otterbox.com.
OtterBox Favorites
Defender Series is the classic protective phone case from OtterBox and is built for everything from rugged adventures to daily drops. Other favorites such as versatile Commuter Series and Otter + Pop Symmetry Series featuring a built-in grip and more are also available now.
MagSafe Phone Cases
Build your iPhone ecosystem with OtterBox MagSafe compatible cases and other accessories. Symmetry Series+ and Defender Series XT feature built-in magnet arrays to enhance compatibility with iPhone 14 and OtterBox MagSafe accessories, available now on otterbox.com.
Waterproof Phone Cases
Don't miss your favorite waterproof case, now under the OtterBox brand. Frē Series is a waterproof iPhone case comprised of over 60 percent recycled materials that covers your new iPhone with 360-degrees of protection. Frē Series, engineered by LifeProof, sports the legendary waterproof design with a slim, modern silhouette that is ready to jump in the water, drop in the office and hit the town all in one day. Frē Series is coming soon to otterbox.com.
Additional Accessories
OtterBox has a full line of accessories for new iPhone 14 outside of phone cases. Pair a MagSafe case from OtterBox with a new 3-in-1 Charging Station with MagSafe, MagSafe Power Bank or a wallet for all your essential cards. Further protect your display new display with Amplify and Alpha Glass screen protection. New material enhancements make these screen protectors 40% more durable, and they are backed by the new OtterBox Protection Program.
OtterBox cases for the iPhone 14 lineup are available now on otterbox.com.
About OtterBox:
OtterBox creates bold products that empower connection. From our humble beginnings in a Fort Collins, Colo., garage, we've leveraged more than 20 years of experience to become the No. 1-selling smartphone case brand in the U.S.2 We've also expanded our portfolio of products to include screen protection, power accessories and business-to-business solutions.
At the core of every OtterBox innovation is the goal of giving. Through the OtterCares Foundation, we invest in programs and projects that inspire kids to be entrepreneurs, philanthropists and makers.
Explore more at otterbox.com.
1 Symmetry Series, Defender Series, Defender Series Pro, Commuter Series, Strada Series Folio, Strada Series Via, Otter + Pop are NOT protective against water. Will provide added protection against drops and shock.
2Source: The NPD Group/ U.S. Retail Tracking Service: Cell Phone Device Protection / Units Sold / Jan. 2017 – Jan. 2021
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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Jocelyn Alo wasn’t going to let Oklahoma lose twice in one day.
The record-setting slugger hit two homers, including a grand slam, and the top-seeded Sooners beat No. 5 UCLA 15-0 in the second game of a doubleheader on Monday to advance to the Women’s College World Series finals.
UCLA needed to beat defending national champion Oklahoma twice to advance to the championship series, and the Bruins won the first game 7-3 thanks to two homers from Maya Brady, the niece of seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback tweeted his reaction to the performance.
Alo took command for the powerhouse Sooners in the second game, backing a two-hitter from Hope Trautwein (21-1), who struck out six and threw just 67 pitches in a game that was shortened to five innings because of the mercy rule.
“We were just in the locker room just kind of resetting, and I went into that game with all the confidence knowing we would walk out of it with the W,” Alo said. “No one beats us — no one beats the Sooners twice. I think we really just stuck to our game plan and kind of zoned in on what it was that we needed to do.”
Oklahoma (57-3) will defend its title against either No. 7 seed Oklahoma State or Texas in a best-of-three championship series starting Wednesday. Both teams have defeated the Sooners once this season.
Alo, the two-time USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year, increased her Division I career-record home run total to 120. She went 4-for-4 and scored three runs.
“It’s just impressive,” UCLA coach Kelly Inouye-Perez said. “The strength factor is one thing. There’s different types of hitters that have great hands and they have some that are really strong. I think she has both. She has the ability.”
The Sooners entered Monday unbeaten in the double-elimination format and UCLA had a loss, meaning the Bruins (51-10) needed to win twice to advance. They got the power they needed in the first game from Brady, who hit a three-run blast in the first inning that made it 5-1. Her two-run shot in the seventh increased UCLA’s lead to 7-3.
“I think that it just kind of shows that we were a force to be reckoned with the whole time that maybe we didn’t get the respect that we deserved,” Brady said. “And I think that for us to come out and throw a punch against a team like that just shows that UCLA softball is still in the running and still deserves to be talked about.”
In the second game, Jayda Coleman hit a three-run homer in the first inning off UCLA starter Holly Azevedo (21-3), and Oklahoma rolled from there.
After Azevedo allowed the first two baserunners to reach in the second, Megan Faraimo relieved and retired two batters before Alo blasted the first pitch for a three-run homer to make it 6-0.
Alo’s grand slam was the highlight of an eight-run fifth inning for the Sooners.
Faraimo (24-5) was the winning pitcher in Game 1 for the Bruins, and Azevedo held the Sooners hitless for the final three innings to earn her first save.
Nicole May (15-1) allowed five runs in 2 1/3 innings for the Sooners in the first game, including a two-run homer in the first inning by Delanie Wisz that gave the Bruins a lead they would not relinquish.
The Sooners have outscored opponents 39-0 in their three games following losses this season.
“I think it’s like a second chance, like, we did that wrong, let’s do this right,” Oklahoma coach Patty Gasso said. “They all buy in on it. I don’t know. It’s just they’re very prideful and very hard-working. They want to represent OU. They want to represent our sport. They just want to let people enjoy the way they play the game.”
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A 10-year-old girl was arrested Tuesday after authorities say she fatally shot a woman who was arguing with her mother, according to the Orlando Police Department.
The child was placed in the custody of the Florida Department of Children and Families, according to police.
In a statement following the shooting, State Attorney for Orange and Osceola Counties Monique H. Worrell said her office has began reviewing the case and will "consider all of the facts, including the age of the child, and all of the surrounding circumstances, when making a charging decision."
"We want to be clear in stating that no charging decision has been made by our office," the state attorney's statement said, adding the incident was "one of the most tragic cases I have seen in my 22-year career."
The child's mother is also in custody, according to Orlando police.
Witnesses told police the shooting occurred on the night of May 30, when the child's mother and the victim, Lashun Denise Rodgers, 41, began arguing outside an apartment complex, according to an arrest report.
The child was with her mother at the time of the argument, according to the arrest report, which cited witnesses.
The mother allegedly initiated a physical altercation by punching Rodgers, who retaliated by punching her back, the arrest report says, citing Rodgers' boyfriend as one witness.
The boyfriend told authorities he attempted to break up the fight, but the victim tried to "re-engage" with the mother, according to the report. He then allegedly saw the child holding a black firearm before firing "one to two shots" at Rodgers, an arrest report shows. The child then allegedly yelled "she shouldn't have hit my momma," the boyfriend told police.
Rodgers was taken to Orlando Regional Medical Center where she later died, according to police spokesperson Heidi Rodriguez.
The girl's mother was taken into custody and the child was placed in the custody of the Florida Department of Children and Families, police said.
CNN has reached out to the attorney for the child's mother, but has not received a response. CNN has not been able to obtain attorney information for the child involved.
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(The Hill) – Vice President Harris on Tuesday tested positive for COVID-19, her office announced, becoming the latest high-profile political figure to contract the virus in recent weeks.
Harris took both rapid and PCR tests, which came back positive, her office said. She “has not been a close contact” to President Biden or first lady Jill Biden, the vice president’s office said, citing their travel schedules.
“She has exhibited no symptoms, will isolate and continue to work from the Vice President’s residence,” Harris spokesperson Kirsten Allen said in a statement.
“She will follow CDC guidelines and the advice of her physicians. The Vice President will return to the White House when she tests negative,” she added.
Harris, who is fully vaccinated and boosted, tested positive for COVID-19 weeks after a number of leading congressional Democrats and Biden administration officials also contracted the virus.
Harris had been slated on Tuesday morning to receive the President’s Daily Briefing alongside Biden, and it’s unclear if that meeting took place. The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on when Biden’s last COVID-19 test was, but the president typically is tested regularly.
Harris traveled to California last week, first to Los Angeles for a Democratic National Committee fundraiser, then to San Francisco, and back to Los Angeles. She returned from Los Angeles on Monday.
Harris’s husband, Doug Emhoff, became the first member of the first and second couples to contract COVID-19. He tested positive on March 15, which lead to a flurry of questions over Harris’s contact and if she should be wearing a mask around the president and others. She continued to test negative during Emhoff’s stint with the coronavirus.
Two Democratic senators also tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday: Chris Murphy (Conn.) and Ron Wyden (Ore.).
Earlier this month, Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) had the coronavirus, as did Attorney General Merrick Garland.
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SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heath Mitts, chief financial officer at TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL), a global leader in connectors and sensors, will present at Citi's 2022 Global Technology Conference on Thursday, Sept. 8, at 1:00 p.m. EDT at the Hilton Midtown in New York City.
The event will be streamed live via webcast and will be available for replay on the investor portion of TE's website at investors.te.com.
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions, proven in the harshest environments, enable advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications, and the home. With more than 85,000 employees, including over 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat and Twitter.
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Supports Cleco's commitment to reinvest in DeSoto Parish and grow its renewable energy fleet
PINEVILLE, La., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cleco Power (Cleco) and D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI), a leading renewable energy producer in the U.S., today announce a long-term renewable energy off-take agreement. The Dolet Hills Solar Project includes a 240 MWac facility to be constructed at the recently retired Dolet Hills lignite-fired power plant in DeSoto Parish, Louisiana.
The Dolet Hills Solar Project supports Cleco's growing renewable energy fleet and follows the company's recent announcement of Project Diamond Vault, a major economic development and decarbonization initiative to build a state-of-the-art carbon capture facility at its central Louisiana Brame Energy Center.
"This solar project is another step forward in Cleco's journey to becoming Louisiana's leading clean energy company," said Bill Fontenot, President and CEO of Cleco Corporate Holdings. "This project continues our efforts to reduce our carbon footprint while affordably and reliably serving our customers."
Pending project approvals, Dolet Hills will boast one of the largest solar facilities in Louisiana and will represent more than $250 million invested towards powering approximately 45,000 homes. While Dolet Hills Solar is the first power purchase agreement between the companies, DESRI's portfolio in Louisiana will now total nearly 700 MWac in construction and contracted clean power projects.
"DESRI is proud to deliver low-cost, clean, reliable power to Cleco and its customers from this landmark solar energy facility," said Hy Martin, Chief Development Officer of DESRI. "Alongside our partners at Cleco, the project will provide local economic benefits to DeSoto Parish and the surrounding communities for years to come. In addition, the project will replace lignite-fired electricity with renewable power sited on reclaimed mining lands."
The Dolet Hills Solar Project is expected to deliver significant community benefits, including the creation of local construction jobs and tax revenue for the Parish. When asked about the project, DeSoto Parish President, Ernel Jones, stated "Cleco has been an integral part of the DeSoto Parish community for over 70 years and we look forward to our continued partnership. At the same time, we welcome DESRI and believe the Dolet Hills Solar Project will lead the way for future economic growth in our area."
About Cleco Power, LLC
Cleco Power is a regulated electric public utility that owns nine generating units with a rated capacity of 3,035 megawatts. Assets also include 1,335 miles of transmission lines and 12,152 miles of distribution lines.
Cleco Power uses multiple generating sources and multiple fuels to serve approximately 291,000 customers in 24 of Louisiana's parishes through its retail business and supplies wholesale power in Louisiana and Mississippi. Parishes served include Acadia, Allen, Avoyelles, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Catahoula, DeSoto, Evangeline, Grant, Iberia, Jefferson Davis, LaSalle, Natchitoches, Rapides, Red River, Sabine, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Vermilion, Vernon and Washington.
For more information about Cleco, visit www.cleco.com.
About D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments
D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) and its affiliates develop, acquire, own, and operate long-term contracted renewable energy assets in the U.S. DESRI's portfolio of contracted, operating and in-construction renewable energy projects currently includes more than 65 solar and wind projects representing more than 6 GWac of aggregate capacity. DESRI is a member of the D. E. Shaw group, a global investment and technology development firm with more than $60 billion in investment and committed capital as of June 1, 2022, and offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Please visit www.desri.com for more information about DESRI.
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Company remains focused on strategic imperatives despite persistent inflation and interest rate-driven headwinds
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LendingTree, Inc. (NASDAQ: TREE), the nation's leading online financial services marketplace, today announced revised guidance for the current quarter.
"Our variable marketing model continues to serve us well as difficult economic forces have persisted, and in many instances worsened, so far this year. Despite rapid increases in interest rates, rampant consumer price inflation, and looming recession fears presenting persistent headwinds for some of our operating segments, our diversified business model and strong balance sheet allow us to continue to strengthen our competitive position while navigating shorter-term macro driven challenges," said Doug Lebda, Chairman and CEO. "This year we remain focused on our key strategic initiatives to create even more useful, usable, and desirable experiences for consumers that come to LendingTree for their borrowing and insurance needs. We are happy with the pace of execution on these plans and expect the positive impact from them to begin to manifest in the quarters ahead."
Chief Financial Officer, Trent Ziegler added, "The challenging interest rate environment that progressed through this quarter combined with annual inflation persistently running above 8% has presented additional challenges for many of our mortgage lending and insurance partners. We have seen the most significant impact in our Home segment as mortgage rates have nearly doubled over the last six months, causing a sharp decline in refinance volumes and more recent pressure on purchase activity. Although our Insurance segment continues to rebound from the trough in 4Q 2021, the recovery has been slower than expected as demand from our carrier partners remains volatile as premium increases continue to chase inflation. On a positive note, our Consumer segment continues to perform quite well, as we expect approximately 40% growth in the quarter. Annual guidance provided in our 1Q earnings announcement is under review, and we intend to provide a revised outlook when we announce formal 2Q results next month. Despite near-term headwinds, our balance sheet remains incredibly solid, we expect continued positive cash flow generation, and we continue to operate from a position of strength."
2Q 2022 Preliminary Results
- Revenue is now anticipated in the range of $259 - $264 million vs prior range of $283 - $293 million.
- Variable marketing margin is now anticipated to be $88 - $92 million vs prior range of $100 - $106 million.
- Adjusted EBITDA is now anticipated to be in the range of $26 - $29 million vs prior range of $35 - $40 million.
LendingTree is not able to provide a reconciliation of projected variable marketing margin or adjusted EBITDA to the most directly comparable expected GAAP results due to the unknown effect, timing and potential significance of the effects of legal matters and tax considerations. Expenses associated with legal matters and tax considerations have in the past, and may in the future, significantly affect GAAP results in a particular period.
LendingTree's Principles of Financial Reporting
LendingTree reports variable marketing margin and Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization, as adjusted for certain items discussed below ("Adjusted EBITDA") as non-GAAP measures supplemental to GAAP.
Variable marketing margin is defined as revenue less variable marketing expense. Variable marketing expense is defined as the expense attributable to variable costs paid for advertising, direct marketing and related expenses, and excluding overhead, fixed costs and personnel-related expenses. The majority of these variable advertising costs are expressly intended to drive traffic to our websites and these variable advertising costs are included in selling and marketing expense on the Company's consolidated statements of operations and consolidated income. Variable marketing margin is a measure of the operating efficiency of the Company's operating model, measuring revenue after subtracting variable marketing and advertising costs that directly influence revenue. The Company's operating model is highly sensitive to the amount and efficiency of variable marketing expenditures, and the Company's proprietary systems are able to make rapidly changing decisions concerning the deployment of variable marketing expenditures (primarily but not exclusively online and mobile advertising placement) based on proprietary and sophisticated analytics. Variable marketing margin is a primary metric by which the Company measures the effectiveness of its marketing efforts.
EBITDA is defined as net income from continuing operations excluding interest, income taxes, amortization of intangibles and depreciation. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as EBITDA excluding (1) non-cash compensation expense, (2) non-cash impairment charges, (3) gain/loss on disposal of assets, (4) gain/loss on investments, (5) restructuring and severance expenses, (6) litigation settlements and contingencies, (7) acquisitions and dispositions income or expense (including with respect to changes in fair value of contingent consideration), and (8) one-time items. Adjusted EBITDA is a primary metric by which LendingTree evaluates the operating performance of its businesses, on which its marketing expenditures and internal budgets are based and by which management and many employees are compensated in most years.
The most directly comparable GAAP measure for both variable marketing margin and adjusted EBITDA is net income from continuing operations.
LendingTree endeavors to compensate for the limitations of these non-GAAP measures by also providing the comparable GAAP measures with equal or greater prominence and descriptions of the reconciling items, including quantifying such items, to derive the non-GAAP measures. However, LendingTree is not able to provide a reconciliation of projected variable marketing margin or adjusted EBITDA to the most directly comparable expected GAAP results due to the unknown effect, timing and potential significance of the effects of legal matters and tax considerations. Expenses associated with legal matters and tax considerations have in the past, and may in the future, significantly affect GAAP results in a particular period. These non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies.
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The matters contained in the discussion above may be considered to be "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Those statements include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations or anticipations of LendingTree and members of our management team. Factors currently known to management that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include the following: uncertainty regarding the duration and scope of the coronavirus referred to as COVID-19 pandemic; actions governments and businesses take in response to the pandemic, including actions that could affect levels of advertising activity; the impact of the pandemic and actions taken in response to the pandemic on national and regional economies and economic activity; the pace of recovery when the COVID-19 pandemic subsides; adverse conditions in the primary and secondary mortgage markets and in the economy, particularly interest rates; default rates on loans, particularly unsecured loans; demand by investors for unsecured personal loans; the effect of such demand on interest rates for personal loans and consumer demand for personal loans; seasonality of results; potential liabilities to secondary market purchasers; changes in the Company's relationships with network lenders, including dependence on certain key network lenders; breaches of network security or the misappropriation or misuse of personal consumer information; failure to provide competitive service; failure to maintain brand recognition; ability to attract and retain consumers in a cost-effective manner; the effects of potential acquisitions of other businesses, including the ability to integrate them successfully with LendingTree's existing operations; accounting rules related to contingent consideration and excess tax benefits or expenses on stock-based compensation that could materially affect earnings in future periods; ability to develop new products and services and enhance existing ones; competition; allegations of failure to comply with existing or changing laws, rules or regulations, or to obtain and maintain required licenses; failure of network lenders or other affiliated parties to comply with regulatory requirements; failure to maintain the integrity of systems and infrastructure; liabilities as a result of privacy regulations; failure to adequately protect intellectual property rights or allegations of infringement of intellectual property rights; and changes in management. These and additional factors to be considered are set forth under "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2021, in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2022, and in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. LendingTree undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results or expectations.
About LendingTree, Inc.
LendingTree (NASDAQ: TREE) is the nation's leading online marketplace that connects consumers with the choices they need to be confident in their financial decisions. LendingTree empowers consumers to shop for financial services the same way they would shop for airline tickets or hotel stays, by comparing multiple offers from a nationwide network of over 500 partners in one simple search and choosing the option that best fits their financial needs. Services include mortgage loans, mortgage refinancing, personal loans, credit cards, business loans, auto loans, student loan refinancing, and insurance including auto and homeowners' policies. Through the My LendingTree platform, members receive free credit scores, credit monitoring and recommendations to improve credit health. My LendingTree proactively compares consumers' credit accounts against offers on our network and notifies consumers when there is an opportunity to save money.
LendingTree, Inc. is headquartered in Charlotte, NC. For more information, please visit www.lendingtree.com.
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Mingle: Jackson hosts Black Tie and Blue Jeans benefitting Friends of Heart
Kenya Anderson
Jackson Sun
Jackson's Black Tie and Blue Jeans
A Black Tie and Blue Jeans fundraiser benefitting Friends of Heart was held on Aug. 6 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson.
Friends of Heart, a heart and vascular care initiative, was born in 2017 at Flatiron Grille in Jackson. Several of those present that evening were involved in larger national nonprofits and were determined to raise funds that go directly to those in need in the local community of Jackson.
The nonprofit has 20 board members with co-chairs Bob Arrington and Janet Silver and executive director Caitlin Roach. | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/entertainment/2022/09/02/mingle-black-tie-and-blue-jeans-benefits-friends-heart-jackson/10347281002/ | 2022-09-03T14:39:03Z |
GrubMarket acquires QBIX Analytics, a highly regarded data analytics and business intelligence solution provider that works with many of the most well-known global companies, to provide more comprehensive analytics products and services to food wholesalers, distributors, and foodservice providers worldwide.
SAN FRANCISCO, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GrubMarket today announced it has completed the acquisition of San Carlos, California-based QBIX Analytics ("QBIX"), a trusted data analytics and business intelligence solution provider that specializes in implementing data solutions and performing system integrations to help customers improve sales and operational efficiencies.
Started in 2015, QBIX is managed by founders Jeff Carlson and Tim York who collectively have nearly three decades of experience helping companies make better use of their data to improve decision-making and overall company performance. Their primary product offerings span data cleansing and enrichment, data pipeline development and storage, financial modeling and analysis, automated reporting and alerting, visualization and data integrations. As an official Workday Adaptive Planning Solutions Provider, QBIX enables better FP&A and corporate performance management for clients. QBIX also partners with CaptivateIQ to enable compensation management and with Oracle Netsuite to improve best-in-class accounting and financial management. The breadth of their service offerings has enabled QBIX to identify hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue opportunities for hundreds of large-scale and well-known companies, including Microsoft, PWC, GE, Intel, IBM, and Tyson.
"We are thrilled to join the GrubMarket team. Data management has become a vital asset for effectively managing today's food supply chain, so we're excited for the opportunity to leverage our 25+ years of advanced data analytics experience to help improve the food supply chain industry. We feel our business experience combined with deep technical expertise puts us in a unique position to help further GrubMarket's mission to digitally transform this under-digitized sector. We have worked with the GrubMarket team for a while and have seen firsthand how committed they are to building out a well-integrated and industry-leading software solution to enable more streamlined eCommerce throughout the food supply chain." said Tim York, co-founder of QBIX.
According to Mike Xu, CEO of GrubMarket: "Food is a sophisticated and increasingly complex industry that has amassed huge amounts of data. Acquiring, processing and analyzing this data is paramount to the evolution and digitization of the food supply chain. Jeff, Tim and the QBIX team have a sterling reputation in the data analytics space and have worked with hundreds of top-tier customers across a wide range of industries, including agriculture, food and logistics. We're excited for QBIX to join the GrubMarket family to bring their high quality and reliable data analytics and business intelligence expertise to our ecosystem. This acquisition enables GrubMarket to further strengthen our technology capabilities and software services for our wholesale customers."
QBIX's data analytics offerings will become an addition to GrubMarket's eCommerce and software product family, which already includes the innovative and proprietary WholesaleWare software suite, the company's software-as-a-service platform that provides food industry wholesalers and distributors with seamless financial management, powerful sales and online ordering features, precise inventory management, lot traceability, grower accounting, and automated routing and logistics, as well as GrubMarket's custom branded mobile eCommerce solutions.
Founded in 2014, GrubMarket is a San Francisco-based food technology company operating in the space of food supply chain eCommerce for both business customers and end consumers, as well as providing related software-as-a-service solutions to digitally transform the American and global food supply chain. Currently, GrubMarket operates in nearly all 50 U.S. States; Ontario and British Columbia (Canada); Argentina, Chile, and Colombia (South America); India, Mexico, South Africa, and Spain, with plans to expand to the rest of the U.S., Canada, South America, and other parts of the world.
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GrubMarket Media Team
media@grubmarket.com
(510) 556-4786
GrubMarket Inc.
1925 Jerrold Ave.
San Francisco, CA, 94124
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Grid Transition At Risk
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - A paper released today by Travis Fisher, president and CEO of the Electricity Consumers Resource Council (ELCON), and Vincent Duane, a former senior vice president with PJM Interconnection and now a principal at Copper Monarch, LLC, attributed skyrocketing wholesale electricity costs in part to the design of wholesale electricity markets in place across two-thirds of the United States.
This design, which prices all electricity the same whether generated by fossil, nuclear or renewable generators, denies consumers the economic advantage of zero-marginal cost wind and solar generation.
Moreover, this market design deployed in independent system operators and regional transmission organizations may no longer meet the "just and reasonable" requirement of the Federal Power Act, the paper noted. The authors call on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to investigate.
ISO/RTOs run complex auctions resulting in a single clearing price paid to all electricity suppliers – a price established by the highest offer taken to meet demand in the market. The marginal supplier, and its offer, sets a price paid to the entire supply stack. What this means in real terms, is that consumers in many peak hours this summer are buying solar and wind electricity that costs little to produce at the price of the most expensive fossil plant operating on the margin.
"Containing electricity costs remains a top priority of ELCON, and greater scrutiny of how these wholesale markets impact the cost of electricity is a critical component of that effort," Fisher said. He noted that, more than a year ago, ELCON sent a letter to Congress urging an independent study to assess the impact on consumers of wholesale markets, especially given new developments such as wholesale market expansion, clean energy goals and electrification. To date, federal oversight and regulatory organizations such as the U.S. Government Accountability Office and FERC have sidestepped ELCON's request.
"In ISO/RTOs, paying all suppliers a single clearing price is grounded in an ideology that treats electricity as a fungible commodity notwithstanding operational and performance attributes that vary widely across generator types. This design choice results in consumers in ISO/RTO regions paying more for wind and solar electricity than they should." Duane said.
Fisher added, "when out-of-market payments to favored resources total $370 billion in a single Congressional action, as in the Inflation Reduction Act, scrutiny of market results becomes even more important. The focus now should be on the best way to mitigate the consumer impact from the kind of high-price havoc seen recently in European and Australian wholesale markets."
Electricity consumers face tremendous cost pressure as economies transition to meet decarbonization goals. As policymakers grapple with electricity affordability in the face of this systemic shock, they should examine the obscure but important rules that establish wholesale electricity prices. In this regard, the essay points to Great Britain, where both lawmakers and environmentalists have questioned whether and how to "uncouple" the price of low-cost renewable electricity from the high natural gas prices that fuel the combined or simple cycle plants of the marginal supplier.
Similarly, in the United States,"FERC and its overseers in Congress should be asking why we persist in paying a single clearing price to all electricity producers in ISO/RTOs," the paper emphasized. "Asking competitive markets to recalibrate given changed circumstances and to develop a pricing regime that is fairer to consumers and producers in ISO/RTO regions – not to mention more reflective of operational realities – is asking to improve these markets, not repudiate them." This inquiry lies at the very core of FERC's statutory duties.
Contact:
Karen Onaran
KOnaran@elcon.org
202.210.7153
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has upheld the differential treatment of residents of Puerto Rico, ruling that Congress was within its power to exclude them from a benefits program that’s available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
The court held by an 8-1 vote Thursday that making Puerto Ricans ineligible for the Supplemental Security Income program, which provides benefits to older, disabled and blind Americans, did not unconstitutionally discriminate against them.
Justice Sonia Sotomayor, whose parents were born in Puerto Rico, was the lone dissenter.
Writing for the court, Justice Brett Kavanaugh said the court was bound by a pair of earlier rulings that already upheld the federal law that created SSI and excluded Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories from it. Congress later added in the Mariana Islands.
Puerto Rico has been a U.S. territory since the Spanish American War in 1898, and its residents are U.S. citizens. They can vote in primaries, but not the presidential election, and have limited representation in Congress. Many also do not pay federal income tax.
Kavanaugh wrote that “just as not every federal tax extends to residents of Puerto Rico, so too not every federal benefits program extends to residents of Puerto Rico.”
In dissent, Sotomayor responded, “In my view, there is no rational basis for Congress to treat needy citizens living anywhere in the United States so differently from others. To hold otherwise, as the Court does, is irrational and antithetical to the very nature of the SSI program and the equal protection of citizens guaranteed by the Constitution. I respectfully dissent.”
The decision outraged many in Puerto Rico including Gov. Pedro Pierluisi, who said statehood is the only solution to Puerto Rico’s second-class status.
“The decision … once again confirms that the territorial status of Puerto Rico is discriminatory for the island’s U.S. citizens and allows Congress to do what it wants with us,” he said in a statement.
Pierluisi noted that Puerto Rico also receives unequal treatment when it comes to Medicaid, Medicare and other federal programs.
Meanwhile, Jenniffer González, Puerto Rico’s representative in Congress and a member of Pierluisi’s pro-statehood party, called the exclusion an “unbelievable discrimination” that keeps more than 300,000 people in extreme poverty.
Jose Luis Vaello-Madero, the Puerto Rico resident at the center of the case, began receiving SSI payments after he suffered a series of strokes while living in New York.
The payments continued to his bank account in New York even after he moved back to Puerto Rico. When he notified the Social Security Administration, the payments stopped and then the government sued to recover more than $28,000 it said he was not entitled to.
Lower courts sided with Vaello-Madero, ruling that the exclusion of Puerto Rico from the SSI program is unconstitutional. In a similar case in Guam, a federal judge ruled recently that residents of that Pacific island also should be able to collect SSI.
The Justice Department first filed its appeal of a ruling by the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals during the Trump administration but maintained the case even after President Joe Biden took office.
The Biden administration has said it supports changing the law to extend SSI payments to Puerto Rico. It included a provision in its Build Back Better proposal to make residents of U.S. territories eligible for SSI payments, but the legislation is stalled in Congress.
A separate program, Aid to the Aged, Blind and Disabled, covers residents of the territories, but it has more stringent eligibility requirements and pays less generous benefits than SSI. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/court-upholds-puerto-ricans-exclusion-from-benefits-program/ | 2022-04-21T21:48:53Z |
Ongoing initiative brings more visibility to women in the telecom, mobility, and IT management industry.
INDIANAPOLIS, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AOTMP® is honored to announce its Women in Tech program, an ongoing initiative that aims to spotlight achievements of women. Last year, AOTMP® made a conscientious decision to celebrate the achievements of 22 inspiring women. Based on the success and importance of those features, Women in Tech is now an annual program that includes quarterly features in the AOTMP® Insights publication, a live event, awards, education, and special resources for young women. Currently, the June 2022 edition of AOTMP® Insights features 34 new and inspiring profiles of women in technology.
In conjunction with the initiative, AOTMP® is proud to announce its first Program Partner, DMI. DMI is a global technology solutions company specializing in Managed IT support services and Business Transformation. DMI celebrates the opportunity to emphasize the impact of women within the tech field.
"Myself and my team are honored to be able to have the opportunity to sponsor such an important initiative, not only for today's generation, but to help shape our future generations to have multiple opportunities and growth" said Program Partner Sponsor DJ Oreb, DMI President, Managed Services.
Women working in the tech sector are encouraged to submit their profiles for the chance to be featured in September's edition of Insights. Visit the website to learn more about the program and sign up to stay informed. Organizations that would like to support the Women in Tech initiative can check out the Sponsor Levels available.
"The entire industry benefits from the diversity of empowered women. We are happy to provide not only a platform to spotlight their contributions to the industry, but resources to continue to further this initiative as well," said Tim Lybrook, AOTMP® CEO.
As an industry support organization, AOTMP® remains ever committed to helping telecom, mobility & technology professionals drive the entire industry forward on this important social issue.
AOTMP® would like to thank additional Program Partners and Sponsors Sakon, Asignet, Calero-MDSL, and Millennia Technologies.
AOTMP® is a global organization, empowering professionals in the dynamic $4+ trillion telecom, mobility and IT management industry. AOTMP® delivers value through training, certifications, association memberships, events & programs, best practices, publications, resources, and professional development.
Learn more at www.aotmp.com.
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elm at River Park, a 293-unit multifamily community in desirable southwest Fort Worth, has been sold by Embrey.
The purchase was made by TA Realty. Nationally recognized Embrey Management Services will continue to manage the community.
"It has been a pleasure to develop and build this beautiful community," said John Kirk, Managing Director and Executive Vice President for Embrey. "The Elm at River Park's excellent location and upscale amenities will make this a highly desirable place to live for many years to come."
Amenities include a game lounge, a resort-style pool with cabanas, a dog park and pet spa, a fitness center with on-demand programs, and a business center with micro-offices and a conference room.
Residential units include inviting kitchens with granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, plus wine and dry bars in select units.
San Antonio-based Embrey is a diversified real estate investment company that owns, develops, builds, acquires and manages multifamily and commercial assets in targeted markets across the United States. Since 1974, Embrey has developed more than 44,000 apartments and over 6 million square feet of commercial property. Embrey is a leading developer in the multifamily sector, with more than 6,000 units under construction or in development. www.embreydc.com
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Only 3 states have average gas prices below $4 per gallon, report finds
(Gray News) - Gas prices nationwide have gone up for the fourth straight week.
The national average is now $4.46 per gallon, up 15.3 cents from a week ago, according to GasBuddy.
As of Monday, there are only three states with a gas price average below $4 per gallon – Georgia, Kansas and Oklahoma. Even so, those states’ averages all sit at $3.98 per gallon.
Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, said prices later this week could be closer to $5 per gallon.
“While the increases may start to slow in the days ahead as pump prices catch up to oil, there isn’t much reason to be optimistic that we’ll see a plunge any time soon,” De Haan said in a statement.
The states with the highest average gas prices are California ($5.95 per gallon), Hawaii ($5.27 per gallon), and Nevada ($5.15 per gallon).
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- With state-of-the-art aquaculture technology, Totoaba is farmed in an environmentally responsible, sustainable and completely legal manner.
- Through Earth Ocean Farm's sustainable aquaculture process, the conservation and reproduction of fish is enhanced without affecting other marine species.
LA PAZ, Mexico, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth Ocean Farms (EOF), today announced its seventh release of 30,000 juvenile Totoaba as part of its commitment to preserving and protecting the species as a Management Unit for the Conservation of Wildlife.
The company specializes in state-of-the-art, off-shore aquaculture for the proliferation of native species such as Totoaba Macdonaldi and Red Snapper while generating jobs and contributing to the regional economy. The release was completed with the support of federal and local governments as well as research institutions and community organizations as part of a restocking plan to repopulate the Sea of Cortez. Totoaba which is an endemic species to the Gulf of California and currently in a vulnerable population state.
"Over the past seven years, we have released 175,000 juvenile Totoaba. This means a lot to us, it is a contribution to the environment, to the protection of this iconic species for Mexico that only exists in the Sea of Cortez," said Israel Marqueda, Commercial Director of EOF.
The release was carried out in collaboration with the Direccion General de Vida Silvestre de la Secretaria del Medio Ambiente y Recursos Naturales (DGVS), as well as other governmental organizations and NGOs of Mexico in the bay of Santispac, in the municipality of Mulege in Baja California Sur. Local community and youth organizations in Mulegue also participated in the release.
"For us, the involvement of the community in these events is fundamental, especially that of the children, because a sustainable future depends on the investment of future generations. The fact that the children get to release the fish into the water gives them a sense of responsibility for the hatchlings and helps them become more aware of what the positive long-term impacts will be," remarked Marqueda.
Success indicators from previous releases show high survival rates: up to 98% of juveniles survive during transport and release. Population monitoring of the species in the Sea of Cortez is carried out by government institutions that regulate fisheries in Mexican seas and have the necessary technical infrastructure and professional staff including: specialized vessels, scientific equipment, probes, biologists, fisheries technicians, statisticians, sailors, and more to carry out these studies.
For more information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dj2YF7eskro&t=1s
About Earth Ocean Farms
Earth Ocean Farms (EOF) is an innovative aquaculture company based in Baja California Sur, focused on bringing healthy fish to market through the use of advanced, cutting-edge and sustainable technologies in the field of offshore aquaculture. Established in 2010, EOF is part of Cuna del Mar, a private equity platform committed to early-stage investments in disruptive and innovative companies advancing environmentally and socially responsible aquaculture.
For more information about Earth Ocean Farms, visit http://earthoceanfarms.com/.
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Pediatrician charged in murder-for-hire plot in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE/Gray News) - A doctor in Kentucky has been arrested on federal charges for trying to hire someone to kill her ex-husband.
Stephanie Russell, 52, a pediatrician in Louisville, was taken into custody by FBI agents Thursday.
Court records state Russell made contact with a person Sunday that she believed she was hiring to kill her ex-husband. The person Russell had contacted was actually an undercover FBI employee, said the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Kentucky, in a news release.
Russell agreed to pay a total of $7,000 for the killing. She put $3,500 - half of the agreed upon amount - in a drop box outside her medical office Wednesday. She was to pay the remaining $3,500 after it took place.
Russell made an initial court appearance before a U.S. magistrate judge Friday, and she is scheduled to have preliminary and detention hearing Tuesday.
If convicted, Russell could serve up to 10 years in federal prison.
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Pixie Puff Doll Collection available this Fall Exclusively at Walmart
PHILADELPHIA, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Purpose Toys, one of the largest Black-owned toy start-ups, announced their new forthcoming Tightly-Coiled Natural-Hair Fashion Doll line, Pixie Puff Collection, a celebration of short and chic natural hair styles, this past National CROWN Day on Instagram @MyNaturalistas.
CROWN Day is holiday that celebrates the first signing of the CROWN Act into legislation in California, on July 3, 2019. The CROWN Act is legislation aimed to outlaw Natural-Hair discrimination in schools and the workplace.
Naturalistas is a line of ultra-glam, contemporary Natural Hair Fashion Dolls, created to celebrate children with coily, curly and naturally textured hair. With the announcement of the Pixie Puff Collection, the Naturalistas brand continues to grow by bringing the first culture-driven fashion doll line that centers around and celebrates children with coily "4-textured" hair, one of the most common hair types found across the African American community. Working with Just Play and Kidfinity Inc. (a Just Play affiliate company), the line will be sold and distributed by Purpose Toys at Walmart beginning in September 2022.
"Whereas there is an over-representation of long straight hair and long loose curls across the Black doll category, the reality is that many African American children actually have gorgeous tightly coiled hair," said Purpose Toys CEO, DeeDee Wright-Ward. "From the standpoint of authentically representing distinctively Black characteristics, most doll products marketed to Black children don't often reflect their beautiful pixie coils, which can inadvertently send a message that hair that looks like theirs isn't equally valued…no matter the intent of the manufacturer."
"A Celebration of Short Hair and Chic Style," Pixie Puff dolls (SRP $12.97) are the beautiful girl-next-door addition to glamour-driven core Naturalistas product. The Pixie Puff Collection features characters Peety and Penny - both of whom come with beautiful cropped (coily) "4C" textured hairstyles, varying custom skin tones, modern contemporary fashions, and character profiles that speak to their pride and commitment to their healthy, unique natural tresses.
Lisa Whitaker, Co-President of Kidfinity states, "We are honored to support DeeDee and Purpose Toys on a brand that is centered on delivering accurate representation through beautiful dolls that will uplift and celebrate children everywhere."
With legislation, such as the CROWN Act in place to protect against Natural Hair discrimination in schools and in the workplace, Naturalistas and the Pixie Puff Collection hope to do their small part in supporting the self-esteem and confidence of children who may face contrasting messaging at a young age about their perfect coils.
DeeDee adds, "Our tagline across all Naturalistas brands is 'Be Proud of Your Crown,' and on National Crown Day and always, we will continue to support the healthy emotional development of children who wear their Natural Hair through our nuanced, culture-driven product. It goes without saying that Purpose Toys is grateful for the support of Just Play and Walmart in bringing celebratory, uplifting 'dolls-of-culture' to toy aisles."
"A Supportive Community of Black Founders", Purpose Toys' mission is to partner with and uplift burgeoning toy entrepreneurs, by providing the infrastructure and resources necessary to succeed. Additionally, their mission is to also provide authentic "Product with a Purpose," that perfectly aligns with the modern Black experience which we hope to deliver with contemporary brands, Naturalistas and "Pixie Puff Collection." Purpose Toys' products will be available coming Fall 2022 across the U.S. For more information, please email Marketing@MyNaturalistas.com or visit MyNaturalistas.com and follow social channels @mynaturalistas via Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Just Play is a passionate toy company and global leader across a broad range of children's consumer goods including figures, playsets, dolls, plush, role-play and dress-up. They create unique and innovative proprietary lines, as well as award-winning products based on popular children's entertainment brands with best-in-class licensing partners. Just Play was founded by two toy industry veterans, Charlie Emby and Geoffrey Greenberg, in 2010 and has risen to a top 10 toy company according to NPD for the past 5 years. To learn more about Just Play's products, please visit www.justplayproducts.com or follow the company on Instagram (@JustPlayProducts) or on Facebook (www.facebook.com/JustPlay).
Kidfinity is a new company formed by industry veterans Lisa Whitaker, Darryl Wizenberg and Tolly Wizenberg. Kidfinity is closely aligned with Just Play and works together with its team to create new and innovative toys and consumer products outside of traditional toy lines.
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HERNDON, Va., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Illuminate, a data solutions company that provides tools and services which collect and analyze information for key decision-makers, announced today it is looking to fill more than 100 open positions company-wide, with the majority of those in the Washington, DC area. The openings include jobs in areas ranging from applications developers to intelligence analysts.
Illuminate needs to hire the additional employees due to the strong growth of the company over the past year. Recently, Illuminate was awarded several large federal government and military data analysis contracts.
"We have a critical need across the board for qualified professionals, from tool developers to the analysts that use them," said Gregg Melanson, Illuminate's Executive Vice President, U.S. Operations. "This is a tremendous opportunity for those with military and government agency experience, and particularly those with security clearances. Illuminate is in a strong growth mode, and we expect that to continue indefinitely."
Illuminate offers a supportive and growth-oriented work environment, with an emphasis on employee quality of life and professional development. Our teams tightly integrate and leverage one another to design, deploy, and maintain best-in-breed solutions for the planet's toughest missions. Employees receive competitive salaries and a benefits package that includes performance bonuses, health and dental coverage beginning on day 1, and a comprehensive safe harbor 401K with employee matching contributions.
Illuminate believes in a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion where all people are valued. We embrace the diversity of the rich backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our global workforce. Different points of view are welcomed and celebrated, as we strive to create an inclusive workplace where all feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
Visit our Careers Page to become a part of our team and check out our organization on LinkedIn.
About Illuminate
Illuminate provides data collection and analysis services and software to clients in the defense, intelligence, and Federal Law Enforcement sectors. The company's innovative capabilities include network monitoring, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, and data engineering. More information can be found at OneIlluminate.com.
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First Asian American among NFL’s 10 new on-field officials
NEW YORK (AP) — The NFL has hired 10 new on-field officials, including the first Asian American to officiate in the league and a former player. Lo van Pham joins the NFL from the Big 12 Conference. He was born in Vietnam and after a stop in the Philippines, moved to the United States when he was seven. Mike Morton becomes the third former NFL player on the 2022 roster of officials, joining Nate Jones and Terry Killens. Morton was drafted in the fourth round in 1995 by the Raiders, and was a linebacker for them from 1995-98. He also played in St. Louis, Green Bay (2000), and Indianapolis during his seven-year NFL career. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/03/first-asian-american-among-nfls-10-new-on-field-officials/ | 2022-05-03T18:11:36Z |
Newly released results show the Presence of Mind initiative can be an effective way to deliver mental health information to a young adult, at-risk group.
OAKLAND, Calif., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A first-of-its-kind mental health initiative developed by Kaiser Permanente and esports organization Cloud9 has been found to be an effective way of supporting the mental health of young adult esports players and fans, according to a new study published today in NEJM Catalyst.
Presence of Mind launched in May 2020 with the goal of reaching teens and young adults with positive mental health messages in places where they spend a lot of their time: online gaming and esports platforms. The initiative includes two seasons of live Twitch Stream series featuring prominent players; mental health experts and influencers; creator-led YouTube video content from some of esports' favorite players sharing insights, positivity, and personal mental health messages; and a series of free, online interactive training sessions to help address critical mental health issues. As of May 2022, the training sessions have been accessed by more than 51,000 teens and young adult gamers who have learned how to better manage their mental health and support their friends when they need it most.
As part of the initiative, Kaiser Permanente and Cloud9 engaged with PGP (The Public Good Projects), a public health nonprofit responsible for some of the nation's most successful health campaigns. PGP conducted an independent longitudinal study that tracked the program's impact on reducing mental health stigma and measured behavior change within the gaming community. PGP surveyed gamers and esports fans between the ages of 18 and 25 in fall 2020 before they became engaged with Presence of Mind and again in summer 2021.
The study authors found that respondents who engaged with Presence of Mind reported greater understanding of mental health issues than those who had not engaged with the initiative. The study also found that respondents were:
- More than twice as likely to report they knew what advice to give a friend with a mental health condition
- Nearly twice as likely to agree that there has been an improvement in the way the esports community addresses mental health
- Nearly twice as likely to show better attitudes toward mental health treatment, including counseling, medication, and recovery
"Our continued goal with Presence of Mind is to help reduce the stigma of mental health conditions within the communities we serve, share community-developed and clinician-informed mental health and addiction care training resources, and to build a safe and open space for conversations and empathy," said Don Mordecai, MD, Kaiser Permanente's national leader for mental health and wellness. "We are pleased but not surprised with the results of this study showing that engaging with youth and young adults in places where they spend a large portion of their time can help increase their understanding of mental health issues and improve their attitudes toward treatment including counseling and recovery."
"Our study finds that embedding a health care-led mental health initiative within already existing, large-scale professional esports networks can be an effective way of supporting the mental health of young esports players and fans," said Joe Smyser, PhD, chief executive officer, PGP. "We believe these findings fill a gap in the evidence base and demonstrate that this type of initiative is a novel way to reach a predominantly young male audience, which traditionally is less likely to engage in mental health care."
According to the study authors, Presence of Mind is an initiative that can be used as a model for similar partnerships to reach youth audiences such as in sports or music industries, or for expansion to other health topics relevant to young adults. The study authors also state that these findings could help inform future efforts to address mental health in the esports community such as examining ways to include parents as a priority group for messaging.
"We are glad to see real-world evidence that Presence of Mind is helping to drive more open conversations about mental health at Cloud9 and within the gaming community," said Jack Etienne, founder and chief executive officer, Cloud9. "The success of this initiative can show others in our industry and beyond that it is possible to engage youth and young adults with positive mental health conversations and help promote a more inclusive environment for all."
The Presence of Mind initiative with Cloud9 is Kaiser Permanente's latest effort focused on addressing the mental health and wellness needs of its members, communities, and the public. Since 2016, Kaiser Permanente's Find Your Words campaign has helped to tackle the stigma that prevents many people from talking about mental health and wellness. Find Your Words offers a variety of resources including information on how to build resilience and reduce stress, and screening tools to inform further conversations about diagnosis and treatment, and also offers ways to share inspiring stories, videos, and artwork from the site with others.
About PGP
A public health nonprofit, PGP designs the most advanced health communication programs in the world. PGP's programs are conducted in partnership with public and private sector organizations and rigorously evaluated through scientific peer-review. Regardless of the subject or community being served, experts across various disciplines combine best practices with innovative methods to improve health outcomes. To learn more about PGP, visit www.publicgoodprojects.org/.
About Cloud9
Founded in 2013, Cloud9 has grown to become one of the most recognizable esports organizations in the world. With championships industry-wide, unmatched viewership hours, and extensive benefits packages for players and staff, Cloud9 prides itself on being the best in all categories. At this time, Cloud9 fields professional teams in Apex Legends, Chess, Fortnite, Halo, Hearthstone, League of Legends, Overwatch, Super Smash Bros. Melee, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT, Wild Rift, and World of Warcraft. To find more information about Cloud9, visit www.cloud9.gg.
About Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente is committed to helping shape the future of health care. We are recognized as one of America's leading health care providers and not-for-profit health plans. Founded in 1945, Kaiser Permanente has a mission to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. We currently serve 12.6 million members in 8 states and the District of Columbia. Care for members and patients is focused on their total health and guided by their personal Permanente Medical Group physicians, specialists, and team of caregivers. Our expert and caring medical teams are empowered and supported by industry-leading technology advances and tools for health promotion, disease prevention, state-of-the-art care delivery, and world-class chronic disease management. Kaiser Permanente is dedicated to care innovations, clinical research, health education, and the support of community health. For more information, go to about.kp.org.
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Diana Yee, Diana.M.Yee@kp.org, 510-225-5086
Kira Perdue, kiraperdue@gmail.com, 404-556-0062
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Woman creating charcuterie-inspired treats for dogs
By Vanessa Vasconcelos
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FRESNO, California (KFSN) — A Fresno-based business is catering to man’s best friend – literally.
Dog mom-preneur, Haley Rodriguez, found a way to turn her love of charcuterie boards into a budding business.
Based out of Fresno, Puppercuterie is a way to celebrate or spoil man’s best friend.
“Treats that are more healthy and more natural-based. So there’s less risk and something they would give their animals,” Rodriguez says.
Concerned with various recalls over the years from big name-brand treats, Rodriguez was determined to only feed her furry friends 100% homemade treats with minimal ingredients.
“They contain pumpkin, peanut butter, pumpkin puree, fruit puree, fresh fruits and apple sauce,” she says.
Rodriguez has been taking orders through her Puppercuterie Instagram page that’s gained a following over the last five months.
“I of course ask them if their pups have any allergies, what their names are, what their genders are, because sometimes I put certain colors into certain treats,” she says.
Holiday and birthday boxes are also options.
“I also personalize at least two treats in each box with the pup’s name on it. Depending on if its their birthday I’ll put a treat that says ‘Happy Pup Day’.”
Boxes are $20 and graze bags, which have five or six treats, are for $5 each. Both are available for pick-up or a $5 delivery fee to Fresno and Clovis.
Follow the Puppercuterie Instagram to see which community events she’ll be selling at as well.
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US life expectancy continues historic decline with another drop in 2021, study finds
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN
Life expectancy in the United States took another hit in 2021, furthering a dramatic decline from 2020 that was the largest since World War II, according to a new report.
The study — published Thursday on the preprint server medRxiv, which means it has not been peer-reviewed — found that after falling nearly 1.9 years in 2020, life expectancy in the US decreased another 0.4 years in 2021.
In the decade before the pandemic, life expectancy in the US changed by an average of less than 0.1 years annually, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Changes to life expectancy amid the Covid-19 pandemic widened an existing gap between the US and other high-income countries, the new report shows. Among a set of 19 peer countries, life expectancy dropped only a third as much as in the US in 2020 (down 0.6 years, on average) and rebounded in 2021, with an average increase of about 0.3 years.
Life expectancy in the US fell from 78.9 years in 2019 to 76.6 years in 2021 — now more than five years less than the average among peer nations.
“This speaks volumes about the life consequences of how the US handled the pandemic,” Dr. Steven Woolf, study author and director emeritus of the Center on Society and Health at Virginia Commonwealth University, said in a statement. “What happened in the U.S. is less about the variants than the levels of resistance to vaccination and the public’s rejection of practices, such as masking and mandates, to reduce viral transmission.”
In the US, there was a disproportionate decrease in life expectancy for Black and Hispanic people in 2020. But in 2021, White people had the largest losses, with life expectancy holding steady for Hispanic people and rising slightly for Black people.
For this study, Woolf and other researchers from the University of Colorado and the Urban Institute analyzed death data from the National Center for Health Statistics, the Human Mortality Database and other international statistical agencies.
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OKLAHOMA CITY, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SandRidge Energy, Inc. (the "Company" or "SandRidge") (NYSE: SD) today announced financial and operational results for the three month period ended March 31, 2022.
Recent Highlights
- Generated Adjusted EBITDA(1) of $39.4 million in the first quarter compared to $37.5 million in the prior quarter
- First quarter net income was $34.7 million, or $0.95 per share. Adjusted net income was $34.9 million, or $0.95 per share
- First quarter production of 17.8 MBoed compared to Mid-Continent production of 17.5 MBoed in the same period of 2021, despite no drilling or completion activity over the prior twelve months
- During the first quarter, the Company proactively procured approximately $4.7 million worth of materials related to its 2022 capital program, helping to mitigate the impacts of inflation for goods and services
- As of March 31, 2022, the Company returned 139 wells to production since the beginning of 2021 that were previously curtailed due to the 2020 commodity price downturn
- The Company had no open hedge positions as of March 31, 2022
- First quarter adjusted G&A(1) of $2.2 million, or $1.35 per Boe, compared to $2.5 million, or $1.46 per Boe in the prior quarter
Financial Results & Update
Profitability & Realized Pricing
For the three-months ended March 31, 2022, the Company reported net income of $34.7 million, or $0.95 per share, and net cash provided by operating activities of $32.2 million. After adjusting for certain items, the Company's adjusted net income(1) amounted to $34.9 million, or $0.95 per share, operating cash flow(2) totaled $39.1 million and adjusted EBITDA(1) was $39.4 million for the quarter. The Company defines and reconciles adjusted net income, operating cash flow, adjusted EBITDA, and other non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States ("GAAP") measure in supporting tables at the conclusion of this press release.
First quarter realized oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids prices, before the impact of derivatives,(2) were $92.35, $3.84 and $33.73, respectively, compared to $75.72, $3.94 and $28.39 in the prior quarter. The table below compares the Company's first quarter oil and gas realizations to the daily average spot prices for Henry Hub and West Texas Intermediate ("WTI"). Since the end of the first quarter, commodity prices have continued to rise, further boosting the Company's cash flow generation potential.
Operating Costs
During the first quarter of 2022, lease operating expense ("LOE") was $10.9 million or $6.76 per Boe compared to $9.7 million, or $5.74 per Boe in the prior quarter. The increase is primarily due to a higher number of producing wells, higher workover expense associated with our well reactivation program, and higher service and materials costs due to recent inflation.
For the three months ended March 31, 2022, general and administrative expense ("G&A") was $2.5 million, or $1.57 per Boe compared to $2.8 million, or $1.67 per Boe for the three months ended December 31, 2021. Adjusted G&A(1) was $2.2 million, or $1.35 per Boe during the first quarter of 2022 compared to $2.5 million, or $1.46 per Boe during the fourth quarter of 2021.
Operational Results & Update
Production
Production totaled 1,606 MBoe (17.8 MBoed, 13.3% oil, 32.8% NGLs and 53.9% natural gas) for the three-months ended March 31, 2022 compared to 1,574 MBoe (17.5 MBoed, 14.0% oil, 33.1% NGLs, and 52.9% natural gas) of Mid-Continent production in the same period of 2021, representing an increase of approximately two percent despite no new drilling or completion activity over the prior twelve months.
2022 Development Program
During the first quarter, SandRidge proactively procured approximately $4.7 million worth of materials related to its 2022 capital program in order to secure favorable pricing in relationship to the current inflationary environment. Approximately $0.9 million of these costs were recorded as prepaid expenses. All of these expenditures are in line with the annual guidance figures published in conjunction with the announcement of the Company's 2022 capital development program on March 9, 2022.
Well Reactivation & Rod Pump Conversion Program
During the first quarter of 2022, the Company continued returning wells to production that were previously curtailed due to the commodity price downturn in the first half of 2020 and, in many cases, improving their production potential through modest capital improvements. Improved commodity pricing resulting in high rates of return, along with low execution risk, support the Company's belief that these projects represent an efficient use of capital. During the first three months of 2022, the Company brought 10 wells back online, bringing the total since the beginning of 2021 to 139. SandRidge currently expects to return approximately 30 wells to production and complete approximately 35 artificial lift conversions throughout 2022 and continues to evaluate its inventory of such projects.
Environmental, Social, and Governance ("ESG")
SandRidge maintains its Environmental, Social, and Governance ("ESG") commitment, to include no routine flaring of produced natural gas. The Company continues to explore the technical and commercial viability of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Sequestration ("CCUS") across its owned and operated assets through its partnership with the University of Oklahoma.
Liquidity and Capital Structure
As of March 31, 2022, the Company had $165.8 million of cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash. The Company has no outstanding term or revolving debt obligations.
Conference Call Information
The Company will host a conference call to discuss these results on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 10:00 am CT. The conference call can be accessed by registering online at https://conferencingportals.com/event/zyeigzBU at which time registrants will receive dial-in information as well as a conference ID. At the time of the call, participants will dial in using the participant number and conference ID provided upon registration.
A live audio webcast of the conference call will also be available via SandRidge's website, www.sandridgeenergy.com, under Investor Relations/Presentation & Events. The webcast will be archived for replay on the Company's website for 30 days.
SandRidge's current 2022 investor presentation, published on March 9, 2022, can be found on the Company's website at http://investors.sandridgeenergy.com/Investor-Relations/.
Contact Information
Investor Relations
SandRidge Energy, Inc.
1 E. Sheridan Ave. Suite 500
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
investors@sandridgeenergy.com
About SandRidge Energy, Inc.
SandRidge Energy, Inc. (NYSE: SD) is an independent oil and gas company engaged in the development and acquisition of oil and gas properties. Its primary area of operations is the Mid-Continent region in Oklahoma and Kansas. Further information can be found at www.sandridgeenergy.com.
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Operational and Financial Statistics
Information regarding the Company's production, pricing, costs and earnings is presented below:
Capital Expenditures
The table below presents actual results of the Company's capital expenditures for the three months ended March 31, 2022.
Capitalization
The Company's capital structure as of March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 is presented below:
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This press release includes non-GAAP financial measures. These non-GAAP measures are not alternatives to GAAP measures, and you should not consider these non-GAAP measures in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP. Below is additional disclosure regarding each of the non-GAAP measures used in this press release, including reconciliations to their most directly comparable GAAP measure.
Reconciliation of Cash Provided by Operating Activities to Operating Cash Flow
The Company defines operating cash flow as net cash provided by operating activities before changes in operating assets and liabilities as shown in the following table. Operating cash flow is a supplemental financial measure used by the Company's management and by securities analysts, investors, lenders, rating agencies and others who follow the industry as an indicator of the Company's ability to internally fund exploration and development activities and to service or incur additional debt. The Company also uses this measure because operating cash flow relates to the timing of cash receipts and disbursements that the Company may not control and may not relate to the period in which the operating activities occurred. Further, operating cash flow allows the Company to compare its operating performance and return on capital with those of other companies without regard to financing methods and capital structure. This measure should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for net cash provided by operating activities prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Reconciliation of Net Income (Loss) to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA
The Company defines EBITDA as net income (loss) before income tax (benefit) expense, interest expense, depreciation and amortization - other and depreciation and depletion - oil and natural gas. Adjusted EBITDA, as presented herein, is EBITDA excluding items that management believes affect the comparability of operating results such as items whose timing and/or amount cannot be reasonably estimated or are non-recurring, as shown in the following tables.
Adjusted EBITDA is presented because management believes it provides useful additional information used by the Company's management and by securities analysts, investors, lenders, ratings agencies and others who follow the industry for analysis of the Company's financial and operating performance on a recurring basis and the Company's ability to internally fund exploration and development and to service or incur additional debt. In addition, management believes that adjusted EBITDA is widely used by professional research analysts and others in the valuation, comparison and investment recommendations of companies in the oil and gas industry. The Company's adjusted EBITDA may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies.
Reconciliation of Cash Provided by Operating Activities to Adjusted EBITDA
Reconciliation of Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders to Adjusted Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders
The Company defines adjusted net income (loss) as net income (loss) excluding items that management believes affect the comparability of operating results and are typically excluded from published estimates by the investment community, including items whose timing and/or amount cannot be reasonably estimated or are non-recurring, as shown in the following tables.
Management uses the supplemental measure of adjusted net income (loss) as an indicator of the Company's operational trends and performance relative to other oil and natural gas companies and believes it is more comparable to earnings estimates provided by securities analysts. Adjusted net income (loss) is not a measure of financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered a substitute for net income (loss) available to common stockholders.
Reconciliation of G&A to Adjusted G&A
The Company reports and provides guidance on Adjusted G&A per Boe because it believes this measure is commonly used by management, analysts and investors as an indicator of cost management and operating efficiency on a comparable basis from period to period and to compare and make investment recommendations of companies in the oil and gas industry. This non-GAAP measure allows for the analysis of general and administrative spend without regard to stock-based compensation programs and other non-recurring cash items, if any, which can vary significantly between companies. Adjusted G&A per Boe is not a measure of financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered a substitute for general and administrative expense per Boe. Therefore, the Company's Adjusted G&A per Boe may not be comparable to other companies' similarly titled measures.
The Company defines adjusted G&A as general and administrative expense adjusted for certain non-cash stock-based compensation and other non-recurring items, if any, as shown in the following tables:
Cautionary Note to Investors - This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance and reflect SandRidge's current beliefs and expectations regarding future events and operating performance. The forward-looking statements include projections and estimates of the Company's corporate strategies, future operations, development plans and appraisal programs, drilling inventory and locations, estimated oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids production, price realizations and differentials, hedging program, projected operating, general and administrative and other costs, projected capital expenditures, tax rates, efficiency and cost reduction initiative outcomes, liquidity and capital structure and the Company's unaudited proved developed PV-10 reserve value of its Mid-Continent assets. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and assumptions and analyses made by us in light of our experience and our perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors we believe are appropriate under the circumstances. However, whether actual results and developments will conform with our expectations and predictions is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including the volatility of oil and natural gas prices, our success in discovering, estimating, developing and replacing oil and natural gas reserves, actual decline curves and the actual effect of adding compression to natural gas wells, the availability and terms of capital, the ability of counterparties to transactions with us to meet their obligations, our timely execution of hedge transactions, credit conditions of global capital markets, changes in economic conditions, the amount and timing of future development costs, the availability and demand for alternative energy sources, regulatory changes, including those related to carbon dioxide and greenhouse gas emissions, and other factors, many of which are beyond our control. We refer you to the discussion of risk factors in Part I, Item 1A - "Risk Factors" of our Annual Report on Form 10-K and in comparable "Risk Factor" sections of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed after such form 10-K. All of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements. The actual results or developments anticipated may not be realized or, even if substantially realized, they may not have the expected consequences to or effects on our Company or our business or operations. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.
SandRidge Energy, Inc. (NYSE: SD) is an independent oil and gas company engaged in the development and acquisition of oil and gas properties. Its primary areas of operation are the Mid-Continent in Oklahoma and Kansas. Further information can be found at www.sandridgeenergy.com.
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RCPD searches for perp after van stolen from Manhattan pizzeria found
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Officers are still searching for the perpetrator after a van was stolen from behind a Manhattan pizzeria early Friday morning but was later found 10 miles away and returned to the owner.
The Riley Co. Police Department says just after 12:30 a.m. on Friday, June 24, officers filed a theft report after a 57-year-old male said his vehicle had been stolen from the AJ’s Pizza parking lot.
Officers said the man told them his blue 2002 Dodge Caravan with eight fishing poles, tackle boxes and keys still inside had been stolen from the parking lot behind the pizzeria. They said the total loss had been estimated at $3,360.
However, just after 4:30 a.m., officers said they found the van in the 3000 block of Anderson Ave. with all items still inside. They said the property was returned to its rightful owner.
There have been no arrests made in this case.
Anyone with information about the crime should call RCPD at 785-537-2112 or the Manhattan Riley Co. Crime Stoppers at 785-539-7777.
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Leveraging the new investment and backing from existing sponsors Clearlake, TA Associates, and Centerbridge Partners, Precisely is poised to expand market leadership in data integrity software
BURLINGTON, Mass. and SANTA MONICA, Calif. , April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Precisely ("Precisely" or the "Company"), a global leader in data integrity software, today announced that Insight Partners ("Insight") and Partners Group, acting on behalf of its clients, have signed a definitive agreement to make a significant strategic investment in the Company. Insight and Partners Group will join Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake"), TA Associates ("TA"), and Centerbridge Partners ("Centerbridge") as institutional investors in Precisely. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Precisely provides comprehensive software, data, and strategic services across the data integrity spectrum. The Company's software solutions are utilized by over 12,000 enterprise customers, including 99 of the Fortune 100, and enable companies to sustain trusted, accurate data and improve decision making. Since Clearlake and TA's majority investment in Precisely in 2021, the Company has completed five acquisitions, demonstrating its commitment to delivering the industry's most comprehensive and robust data integrity software portfolio. The additional capital from Insight and Partners Group will enable Precisely to extend its strong market position through continued product innovation and acquisitions. Precisely will continue to be led by its current CEO, Josh Rogers, and the existing management team.
"Insight and Partners Group's investment in Precisely reflects confidence in our growth plans and ongoing expansion as the most diversified platform of scale in data integrity," said Josh Rogers, CEO of Precisely. "Enterprises around the world are increasingly focused on utilizing data to make trusted business decisions. They require data with maximum accuracy, consistency, and context. With our added breadth of solutions, Precisely is uniquely positioned to deliver value to our customers across the entire spectrum of data integrity. We're excited to continue our partnership with Clearlake, TA, and Centerbridge, and welcome Insight and Partners Group's support in helping us accelerate our organic and buy-and-build strategy."
"Precisely has continued to demonstrate its ability to innovate and identify software solutions that best address the complex data quality challenges facing enterprises today," said Harry Taylor, Managing Director, and Michael Libert, Director, at TA. "We believe the Company is well positioned for further expansion to support businesses and meet the increasing demand for data integrity software. We are thrilled to welcome Insight and Partners Group, and to continue our partnership with Clearlake, Centerbridge, and the entire Precisely team, as we aim to promote innovation and growth."
"Precisely has become a leader in the data integrity segment, helping enterprise customers make informed business decisions across verticals including financial services, insurance, healthcare, retail and more," said Deven Parekh, Managing Director at Insight Partners. "Insight has a long history with Precisely and is thrilled to be partnering with them again as they continue to leverage their strategic position for organic growth and strategic M&A." Eoin Duane, Managing Director at Insight Partners, will join Precisely's board.
"Business intelligence cannot exist without quality data," added Anthony Shontz, Partner, Co-Head Private Equity Integrated Investments, and Chris Russell, Managing Director, Private Equity at Partners Group. "Precisely is at the forefront of data integrity solutions, unlocking enhanced analytics and decision making. We are excited to support Precisely as they extend their leadership position in this digital transformation."
"Since our initial investment and sponsorship of the Company in 2015, Precisely has experienced significant revenue growth and augmented its product offerings both organically and inorganically in the robust data integrity software market," commented Behdad Eghbali, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, and Prashant Mehrotra, Partner at Clearlake. "We welcome our new strategic investment partners, Insight and Partners Group, to help drive continued expansion of the Precisely platform and look forward to supporting Josh and the management team in deploying our O.P.S.® framework to further accelerate the Company's growth and to execute on its buy-and-build strategy."
SVB Securities and Evercore acted as financial advisors to Precisely, and Rothschild & Co. served as the exclusive financial advisor to Insight Partners. Sidley Austin LLP provided legal counsel for Precisely, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP provided legal counsel for Insight Partners, Latham & Watkins LLP provided legal counsel for Partners Group, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP provided legal counsel for Clearlake.
About Precisely
Precisely is the global leader in data integrity, providing accuracy, consistency, and context in data for 12,000 customers in more than 100 countries, including 99 of the Fortune 100. Precisely's data integration, data quality, data governance, location intelligence, and data enrichment products power better business decisions to create better outcomes. Learn more at www.precisely.com.
About Clearlake
Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. is an investment firm founded in 2006 operating integrated businesses across private equity, credit and other related strategies. With a sector-focused approach, the firm seeks to partner with management teams by providing patient, long-term capital to businesses that can benefit from Clearlake's operational improvement approach, O.P.S.® The firm's core target sectors are industrials, technology, and consumer. Clearlake currently has over $72 billion of assets under management, and its senior investment principals have led or co-led over 400 investments. The firm is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA with affiliates in Dallas, TX, London, UK and Dublin, Ireland. More information is available at www.clearlake.com and on Twitter @Clearlake.
About TA Associates
TA is a leading global growth private equity firm. Focused on targeted sectors within five industries – technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer, and business services – the firm invests in profitable, growing companies with opportunities for sustained growth and has invested in more than 550 companies around the world. Investing as either a majority or minority investor, TA employs a long-term approach, utilizing its strategic resources to help management teams build lasting value in high quality growth companies. TA has raised $47.5 billion in capital since its founding in 1968. The firm's more than 100 investment professionals are based in Boston, Menlo Park, London, Mumbai and Hong Kong. More information about TA can be found at www.ta.com.
About Insight Partners
Insight Partners is a global software investor partnering with high-growth technology, software, and Internet startup and ScaleUp companies that are driving transformative change in their industries. As of February 24, 2022, the closing of the firm's recent fundraise, Fund XII, brings Insight Partners' regulatory assets under management to over $90 billion. Insight Partners has invested in more than 600 companies worldwide and has seen over 55 portfolio companies achieve an IPO. Headquartered in New York City, Insight has offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Palo Alto. Insight's mission is to find, fund, and work successfully with visionary executives, providing them with practical, hands-on software expertise to foster long-term success. Insight Partners meets great software leaders where they are in their growth journey, from their first investment to IPO. For more information on Insight and all its investments, visit insightpartners.com or follow us on Twitter @insightpartners.
About Partners Group
Partners Group is a leading global private markets firm. Since 1996, the firm has invested over USD 170 billion in private equity, private real estate, private debt, and private infrastructure on behalf of its clients globally. Partners Group seeks to generate strong returns through capitalizing on thematic growth trends and transforming attractive businesses and assets into market leaders. The firm is a committed, responsible investor and aims to create sustainable returns with lasting, positive impact for all its stakeholders. With USD 127 billion in assets under management as of 31 December 2021, Partners Group provides an innovative range of bespoke client solutions to institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, family offices and private individuals globally. The firm employs more than 1,500 diverse professionals across 20 offices worldwide and has regional headquarters in Baar-Zug, Switzerland; Denver, USA; and Singapore. It has been listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange since 2006 (symbol: PGHN). For more information, please visit www.partnersgroup.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter.
About Centerbridge Partners
Centerbridge Partners, L.P. is a private investment management firm employing a flexible approach across investment disciplines – private equity, credit and real estate – in an effort to develop the most attractive opportunities for our investors. The Firm was founded in 2005 and as of February 28, 2022 has approximately $33 billion in capital under management with offices in New York and London. Centerbridge is dedicated to partnering with world-class management teams across targeted industry sectors and geographies. For more information, please visit www.centerbridge.com
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BEIJING, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanchang county in east China's Jiangxi province recently kicked off its "lotus festival", an annual economic, trade and cultural event to promote business environment and attract investment.
With opening ceremony held on August 18, this year's festival covers rural revitalization, digital economy and fine business environment with activities such as cultural and tourism product trade and expo, art exhibition as well as night market expected to last for four months.
In its sixth this year, the lotus economic and trade festival has become the hallmark event for Nanchang county to better promote its charm, to attracts more talents and also for local people to have fun in all sorts of cultural activities. What's more, it has become the platform for project matching, negotiation and a booster for local development, a business participant noted.
It is introduced during the opening ceremony that digital economy and optimizing business environment are the priorities of Nanchang county this year, which has actively promoted digital industrialization and industrial digitization. The county has launched a number of digital projects such as Xiaolan · Taihao VR Industrial Park, China Mobile Jiangxi Xiaolan data center, and China Unicom's only VR / AR research base in China.
Nanchang county has been constantly improving business environment as well. The county has been building and upgrading its online corporate services and e-government services to provide convenient, round-the-clock services for individuals and enterprises while providing favorable policies for cutting cost for businesses.
Nanchang county is the first in Jiangxi province that ranks among China's top 100 counties. Statistics shows that its GDP reached 102.78 billion yuan in 2019, also a first among counties in Jiangxi to exceed 100 billion yuan. The county has formed a "3 + 3 + N" industrial structure of automobiles and new energy vehicles, green food, biomedicine, intelligent equipment manufacturing, semiconductors, new energy and new materials.
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- This is the first positive pivotal trial to show survival benefits with a PD-1 inhibitor plus an anti-angiogenic tyrosine kinase inhibitor for unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (uHCC)
- Combination therapy has the potential to offer a new treatment option for patients with uHCC, a condition with an urgent medical need
- Hengrui anticipates submission of an FDA Biologic License Application for camrelizumab as a treatment option for HCC soon
PARIS, Sept. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., one of the largest biopharmaceutical companies headquartered in China, today announced top-line results from the phase 3 study of camrelizumab (anti-PD1 checkpoint inhibitor) combined with rivoceranib (apatinib) vs. sorafenib as a first-line therapy for uHCC. Camrelizumab plus rivoceranib significantly prolonged overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS), and improved overall response rate (ORR) vs. sorafenib, a standard first-line treatment for uHCC.
The study is a multinational, randomized, open-label trial and included 543 patients from 13 countries. The study was initiated in June 2019, and met the primary endpoint in April 2022. Top-line data shown below were included in the presentation at the Congress of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
- Median OS for camrelizumab + rivoceranib was 22.1 mos. [95% CI 19.1-27.2] vs. 15.2 mos. [13.0-18.5]; hazard ratio (HR) 0.62 [95% CI 0.49-0.80]; 1-sided p<0.0001,
- Median PFS for camrelizumab + rivoceranib was 5.6 mos. [95% CI 5.5-6.3] vs. 3.7 mos. [2.8-3.7]; HR 0.52 [95% CI 0.41-0.65]); 1-sided p<0.0001,
- Confirmed ORR for camrelizumab + rivoceranib was 25.4% (95% CI 20.3-31.0), compared to 5.9% (3.4-9.4) for sorafenib.
"We and others have established the validity of immune-checkpoint inhibition for the treatment of HCC. The combination of camrelizumab plus rivoceranib phase 3 trial results demonstrate the combo treatment as a new first-line treatment option for uHCC," said Dr. Lianshan Zhang, president of global R&D, Board Director of Hengrui Pharma. "We continue to work with our partner Elevar to bring this combination therapy to HCC patients around the world who could be benefited by this new treatment option."
"The results from this large multinational, randomized phase 3 study confirmed the robust progression-free survival and overall survival benefit in the first line of uHCC patient population and confirmed our understanding of the clinical benefit this combination therapy may offer patients with uHCC. With the solid and consistent data shown not only in ITT population but also in each subgroup population, we are looking forward to providing a new treatment option for uHCC patients!" said Amily Zhang, Vice President, Chief Medical Officer (Oncology) of Hengrui Pharma.
The findings were presented on September 10 during the annual ESMO in Paris.
"Camrelizumab (C) plus rivoceranib (R) vs. sorafenib (S) as first-line therapy for unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (uHCC): a randomized, phase 3 trial" was shared as a late-breaking proffered paper presentation at ESMO on September 10, 8:40 a.m. – 8:50 a.m. CEST, location 7.1C – Cannes Auditorium. The session title is Proffered Paper Session 1: GI, upper digestive.
About SHR-1210-III-310 Trial
The SHR-1210-III-310 study (ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT03764293) is a randomized, open-label, phase 3 trial conducted in 95 study sites across 13 countries/regions to investigate the efficacy and safety of camrelizumab plus rivoceranib versus sorafenib as first-line therapy in patients with incurable, locally advanced or metastatic HCC who had not received previous systematic treatment. The primary endpoints were overall survival and progression-free survival as assessed by the blinded independent review committee according to Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors version 1.1. A total of 543 patients were randomized 1:1 to receive camrelizumab (200 mg intravenously once every two weeks) plus rivoceranib (250 mg orally once daily) or sorafenib (400 mg orally twice daily). This study was sponsored by Hengrui Pharma and co-funded by Elevar Therapeutics.
About Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)
HCC is the most common type of primary liver cancer. It most frequently occurs in people with chronic liver diseases, such as cirrhosis caused by hepatitis B or hepatitis C infection. HCC typically has a poor prognosis and a lack of treatment options and is therefore a condition with an urgent medical need.
About Camrelizumab
Camrelizumab (SHR-1210) is a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting the programmed death-1 (PD-1) receptor. Blockade of the PD-1/PD-L1 signaling pathway is a therapeutic strategy showing success in a wide variety of solid and hematological cancers. Camrelizumab is developed by Hengrui Pharma and has been studied in more than 5,000 patients. Currently, 50 clinical trials are underway in a broad range of tumors (including liver cancer, lung cancer, gastric cancer, and breast cancer etc.) and treatment settings.
Camrelizumab, under the brand name AiRuiKa®, is currently approved for 8 indications in China, including monotherapy for the treatment of HCC (second-line), relapsed/refractory classic Hodgkin's lymphoma (third-line), esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (second-line) and nasopharyngeal carcinoma (third-line or further) and in combination with chemotherapy for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (non-squamous and squamous), esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, and nasopharyngeal carcinoma in the first-line setting. FDA granted Orphan Drug Designation to camrelizumab for advanced HCC in April 2021. In April 2020, Hengrui Pharma licensed the Korean rights of camrelizumab to CrystalGenomics Inc., a biotech company based in the Republic of Korea.
About Rivoceranib (apatinib)
Rivoceranib (Apatinib) is the first small-molecule tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) approved in gastric cancer in China (December 2014). Rivoceranib is a highly potent inhibitor of vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (VEGFR-2), a primary pathway for tumor angiogenesis. VEGFR-2 inhibition is a clinically validated approach to limit tumor growth and disease progression. Rivoceranib is co-developed by Hengrui Pharma in China and by Elevar Therapeutics, Inc. globally (excluding China). It has been studied in more than 6,000 patients worldwide and was well tolerated in clinical trials with a comparable safety profile to other TKIs and VEGF inhibitors. Rivoceranib is currently being studied as a monotherapy and in combination with chemotherapy and immunotherapy in various solid tumor indications. Clinical studies are ongoing in multiple solid tumor types including gastric cancer (as a monotherapy and in combination with paclitaxel), hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) (in combination with camrelizumab), adenoid cystic carcinoma (as monotherapy) and colorectal cancer (in combination with Lonsurf®). Orphan drug designations have been granted in gastric cancer (U.S., EU and South Korea), in adenoid cystic carcinoma (U.S.) and in HCC (U.S.). Elevar holds the global rights (excluding China) and has partnered for the development and marketing of rivoceranib with HLB-LS in South Korea. Rivoceranib, under the name apatinib, is currently approved in China for advanced gastric cancer and in second-line advanced HCC by the Chinese-territory license-holder, Hengrui Pharma, under the brand name Aitan®.
About Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.
Hengrui Pharma is a leading global pharmaceutical company headquartered in China with a focus on research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of innovative and high-quality healthcare products. Innovation is the core development strategy. Hengrui Pharma ranked the 24th among the top 1,000 global pharma companies in 20211. Hengrui has been on the Pharma Exec's annual listing of the top global pharmaceutical companies for the fourth consecutive year, rising from the 47th in 2019 to the 32nd in 20222.
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Building back: Tornado victims given new homes 6 months after devastating storm
MAYFIELD, Ky. (KFVS/Gray News) - A community in Kentucky continues to rebuild six months after a devastating tornado ripped through parts of Mayfield, and affected residents are gaining new homes.
KFVS reported the homes were funded by the state and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, along with help from nonprofits and volunteers.
On Friday, resident Barbara Patterson received keys to a new family home with her daughter and grandkids at her side.
Patterson said they have called Mayfield home for 37 years, but after the tornado, they didn’t know if they’d build back.
“This means joy and love,” Patterson said. “We love Mayfield. We love the people,”
Another resident, Francisco Rios, was also given keys to his family’s new home.
“I’m so excited; I’m so happy to return home after six months,” Rios said.
He said his family was also unsure if they would be able to build back after the tornado.
“I’m so happy and seeing the hard work. Everybody has helped,” Rios said.
And Patterson said all the help from around the country kept them fighting.
“The most important thing out of this long journey is people that we don’t even know prayed with us and helped us. And they love us, and that’s what has kept us going,” she said.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear was on hand to celebrate the completion of the first homes in the neighborhood.
Several organizations have also submitted plans to help continue the rebuild.
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Leading hiring solution provider recognized for year-over-year growth as demand for talent decisioning products accelerates
BOSTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Harver, the industry leading hiring solution helping organizations optimize their talent decisions, today announced its inclusion as no. 3392 on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses.
Harver's inclusion is representative of the organization's year-over-year growth since inception in 2015. The company has been committed to delivering a robust and diverse set of solutions to enable high-quality hiring outcomes for the world's largest employers without compromising on speed. This commitment has been further accelerated by the company's recent acquisition of pymetrics, bolstering Harver's ability to address a broad set of talent acquisition and talent management use cases.
"The last few years have forced global organizations to reckon with some of the most complex hiring and talent challenges imaginable," said Scott Landers, CEO, Harver. "Our recognition by Inc. is an honor and a true testament to the hard work and commitment of Harverians across the globe. We are proud to partner with so many of the world's largest global companies to help optimize talent decisions across the employee lifecycle. We are committed to building a great company for our employees and customers and are excited to continue innovating to add key customer value."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, economic hurdles, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of COVID-19. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000 list, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Harver is the industry leading hiring solution helping organizations optimize their talent decisions. Rooted in over 35 years of rich data insights, the company's portfolio of solutions enables organizations to make the best talent decisions across the entire employee lifecycle. Having processed over 100 million candidates, Harver provides trusted, flexible, and adaptable offerings making hiring better, faster, and fundamentally more fair. More than 1,300 customers including Booking.com, Peloton, Valvoline, and McDonalds trust Harver to help put purpose to work.
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harver@n6a.com
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
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Yael Langer Has Decided to Resign from the Board at the Company's 2022 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders
Upon the Election of Ms. Makov, Four of the Company's Five Independent Directors Will Have Been Added Since July 2021
ROSH HA'AYIN, Israel, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT) ("Ceragon" or the "Company"), the global innovator and leading solutions provider of 5G wireless transport, today announced that director Yael Langer has decided to resign from her position as a member of the Board, in effect as of the Company's 2022 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders ("AGM"), which will take place on October 3, 2022. As part of the Company's ongoing director refreshment efforts, the Nomination Committee and Board have nominated Efrat Makov to stand for election as an independent director at the Company's 2022 AGM. If elected, Ms. Makov will serve the remainder of Ms. Langer's three-year term ending on the date of the 2024 Annual General Meeting. With the addition of Ms. Makov, the Ceragon Board will continue to be comprised of seven directors, of which five will be considered independent and four will have been added since the 2021 AGM.
"On behalf of the Board and management team, we would like to thank Yael for her many contributions and guidance during her tenure with the Company," said Zohar Zisapel, Chairman of Ceragon Board of Directors. "As a director, Yael has been an instrumental contributor of legal and corporate governance expertise and a strong steward of shareholder interests during her tenure on the Ceragon Board. We wish her the very best in her future endeavors."
Ms. Langer commented, "I am grateful for the opportunity to have served Ceragon shareholders as a director. In that time, the Company has experienced significant transformation, and we have reconstituted the Board with a number of new independent directors, which I believe will position the Company to capitalize on the next era of growth."
"We are pleased to nominate Efrat Makov for election to the Ceragon Board," continued Mr. Zisapel. "We conducted a comprehensive search aided by an independent search firm for industry leaders with the experience and expertise to help accelerate Ceragon's strategy. Ms. Makov will bring valuable and highly relevant industry knowledge and experience that will help us create more shareholder value by executing our strategic plan driving profitable growth, as well as exploring other strategic alternatives as applicable. We believe the Board will benefit from Efrat's extensive strategic, financial and public board experience including in the telecommunications sector. We are confident that our Board will benefit from her fresh perspectives and look forward to working closely with her as Ceragon builds on its momentum."
"I would like to thank Yael for her years of contribution to Ceragon's Board," added Doron Arazi, Ceragon's CEO. "We believe the addition of Ms. Makov will further help strengthen Ceragon's position as a global innovator and leader in best-of-breed solutions for 5G wireless transport and will allow us to pursue more ideas and opportunities to maximize value for our shareholders."
Ms. Makov commented, "I am honored to have this opportunity to serve on the Board and leverage my experience to accelerate Ceragon's strategic plan. I look forward to the chance to support Ceragon as it continues to execute on its strategy and generate superior shareholder value. Together, I am confident that we can further strengthen the Company's global position in an attempt to maximize value for shareholders."
The Company's 2022 AGM is scheduled to take place on October 3, 2022. The Company will separately file proxy materials with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") in connection with the 2022 AGM.
About Efrat Makov
Efrat Makov has extensive telecom and public company director experience. Ms. Makov is currently serving as a director of Allot ltd., iSPAC 1 Ltd. and B Communications Ltd. Ms. Makov previously served as a director of BioLight Life Sciences Ltd.; Kamada Ltd.; and Anchiano Therapeutics Ltd. Previously, she served as the CFO of Alvarion, an Israeli-based global provider of autonomous wi-fi networks, and as the CFO of Aladdin Knowledge Systems. Formerly, she served as Vice President of Finance at Check Point Software Technologies. Earlier in her career, she spent seven years in public accounting with Arthur Andersen LLP in its New York, London and Tel Aviv offices. Ms. Makov holds a B.A. degree in accounting and economics from Tel Aviv University and is a Certified Public Accountant in Israel and the United States.
About Ceragon Networks
Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT) is the global innovator and leading solutions provider of 5G wireless transport. We help operators and other service providers worldwide increase operational efficiency and enhance end customers' quality of experience with innovative wireless backhaul and fronthaul solutions. Our customers include service providers, public safety organizations, government agencies and utility companies, which use our solutions to deliver 5G & 4G broadband wireless connectivity, mission-critical multimedia services, stabilized communications, and other applications at high reliability and speed.
Ceragon's unique multicore technology and disaggregated approach to wireless transport provides highly reliable, fast to deploy, high-capacity wireless transport for 5G and 4G networks with minimal use of spectrum, power, real estate, and labor resources. It enables increased productivity, as well as simple and quick network modernization, positioning Ceragon as a leading solutions provider for the 5G era. We deliver a complete portfolio of turnkey end-to-end AI-based managed and professional services that ensure efficient network rollout and optimization to achieve the highest value for our customers. Our solutions are deployed by more than 400 service providers, as well as more than 800 private network owners, in more than 150 countries. For more information please visit: www.ceragon.com
Ceragon Networks® and FibeAir® are registered trademarks of Ceragon Networks Ltd. in the United States and other countries. CERAGON ® is a trademark of Ceragon Networks Ltd., registered in various countries. Other names mentioned are owned by their respective holders.
CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This document contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the safe-harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of Ceragon's management about Ceragon's business, financial condition, results of operations, micro and macro market trends and other issues addressed or reflected therein. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: projections of demand, revenues, net income, gross margin, capital expenditures and liquidity, competitive pressures, order timing, supply chain and shipping, components availability, growth prospects, product development, financial resources, cost savings and other financial and market matters. You may identify these and other forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "may", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "estimates", "targets", "expects", "intends", "potential" or the negative of such terms, or other comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words.
Although we believe that the projections reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be obtained or that any deviations therefrom will not be material. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause Ceragon's future results or performance to differ materially from those anticipated, expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, any ongoing actions taken and future actions that may be taken by Aviat Networks Inc. or other stockholders or others; the continuing impact of the components shortage due to the global shortage in semiconductors, chipsets, components and other commodities, on our supply chain, manufacturing capacity and ability to timely deliver our products, which have caused, and could continue to cause delays in deliveries of our products and in the deployment of projects by our customers, risk of penalties and orders cancellation created thereby, as well as profit erosion due to constant price increase, payment of expedite fees and costs of inventory pre-ordering and procurement acceleration of such inventory, and the risk of becoming a deadstock if not consumed; the continued effect of the global increase in shipping costs and decrease in shipping slots availability on us, our supply chain and customers, which have resulted, and may continue to result in, price erosion, late deliveries and the risk of penalties and orders cancellation due to late deliveries; the impact of the transition to 5G technologies on our revenues if such transition is developed differently than we anticipated; the risks relating to the concentration of a major portion of our business on large mobile operators around the world from which we derive a significant portion of our ordering, that due to their relative effect on the overall ordering coupled with inconsistent ordering pattern and volume of business directed to us, creates high volatility with respect to our financial results and results of operations; the effect of the competition from other wireless transport equipment providers and from other communication solutions that compete with our high-capacity point-to-point wireless products; the continued effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global economy and markets and on us and on the markets in which we operate and our and our customers, providers, business partners and contractors business and operations; the risks relating to increased breaches of network or information technology security along with increase in cyber-attack activities, growing cyber-crime threats, and changes in privacy and data protection laws, that could have an adverse effect on our business; risks associated with any failure to meet our product development timetable, including delay in the commercialization of our new chipset; imposition of additional sanctions and global trade limitations in connection with Russia's invasion to Ukraine, the effects of general economic conditions and trends on the global and local markets in which we operate and such other risks, uncertainties and other factors that could affect our results, as further detailed in Ceragon's most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F and in Ceragon's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Such forward-looking statements, including the risks, uncertainties and other factors that could affect our results, represent our views only as of the date they are made and should not be relied upon as representing our views as of any subsequent date. Such forward-looking statements do not purport to be predictions of future events or results and there can be no assurance that it will prove to be accurate. Ceragon may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future but the company specifically disclaims any obligation to do so except as may be required by law.
Ceragon's public filings are available on the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at www.sec.gov and may also be obtained from Ceragon's website at www.ceragon.com.
Ceragon Investor & Media Contact:
Maya Lustig
Ceragon Networks
Tel. +972-54-677-8100
mayal@ceragon.com
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ATLANTA, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Modera Wealth Management, LLC is pleased to announce that Laurie Vitali has joined the firm as Chief People Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer.
"We are very excited to bring Laurie into our Modera family," said Tom Orecchio, Chief Executive Officer, Principal, and Wealth Manager at Modera Wealth Management, LLC. "Laurie and Modera are 100% aligned in our commitment to hire, develop, and retain exceptional talent across Modera. Laurie's deep talent management experience and her contagious positive energy will be instrumental in successfully leading these efforts for us."
For over two decades, Laurie has held key talent management leadership positions within the legal industry, with demonstrated success in developing and executing strategies to transform workplace performance. For the past 10 years as Director of Talent Management at Kilpatrick, Townsend & Stockton, LLP, Laurie's efforts focused on employee engagement, leadership development, business development training, and other people-centric functions across the global law firm.
"What excites me most about this new opportunity is that Modera employees already understand and buy into the competitive advantages of hiring and investing in a diverse workforce committed to providing exceptional client service," said Laurie Vitali. "Every person I have met at Modera is 100% focused on doing the right thing by both Modera and its clients. I look forward to helping lead the next chapter of Modera's growth through continued key-person hires and building and enhancing our HR infrastructure and talent management initiatives."
Laurie earned her law degree from The College of William and Mary Law School and her bachelor's degree in economics, graduating magna cum laude, from Boston University. In her spare time, she loves reading, spending time at the beach, and periodically traveling to Italy with her native-Italian husband and teenage daughter. Laurie and her family currently live in Acworth, Georgia along with their two ragdoll cats, appropriately named Cappuccino and Latte.
About Modera:
Modera Wealth Management, LLC (Modera) is a fee-only, independent financial planning firm that works with individuals, families, retirement plan sponsors, and non-profit institutions in the areas of portfolio management, retirement planning, estate planning, income tax planning, investment management, risk analysis, and stock option analysis.
As a fiduciary, Modera is required to provide objective counsel and a commitment to the highest level of ethics. Since the firm's inception in 1983, Modera has maintained a client-first philosophy. Modera was formed as a fee-only registered investment adviser which, at that time, was rare in the industry.
To learn more about Modera: www.moderawealth.com
Modera Wealth Management, LLC (Modera) is an SEC registered investment adviser with places of business in Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Florida. SEC registration does not imply any level of skill or training. Modera may only transact business in those states in which it is notice filed or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from notice filing requirements. For information pertaining to our registration status, fees and services and/or a copy of our Form ADV, please contact Modera or refer to the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure web site (www.adviserinfo.sec.gov). A full description of our business operations and service offerings is contained in our Disclosure Brochure which appears as Part 2A of Form ADV.
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AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Thousand of passengers race through Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas to destinations across the globe.
On June 2, Texas panhandle native and Southwest Airlines Captain Larry Vaughan was one of those passengers, but his trip had been planned for a while. After 31 years, he would be flying his retirement flight to Amarillo.
“It’s bittersweet because I love my company, love my job. I’m gonna miss it, but that’s alright. We’re leaving it in very good hands,” said Larry.
His time with Southwest is a family trait. Seven of his family members, five captains, and two flight attendants, have worked for the airline — all starting with his father, Doyle.
“He was the 17th pilot for Southwest Airlines, and it was just phenomenal. And he was one of the pioneers,” said Larry.
When his father retired, it was all Vaughn’s in the cockpit: Larry and brothers Lynn and Kevin all taking to the sky with dad. In 2017, the group made more company history by retiring an aircraft close to the family’s heart.
“It was aircraft 374. We picked up brand new in 1993 we were able to retire that airplane; the same family picked it up retired it,” Larry said.
The family affair continued onboard Southwest Flight 113 to Amarillo. His two brothers, also Southwest captains, would be joining him in the cockpit for the flight. They would be joined by their sister, Terri, Lynn’s girlfriend, Cyndi, and two close friends, Karl and Debroah, all flight attendants with Southwest.
“We have a big Southwest family,” said Larry.
“There are other airlines that would not allow family members to work in the same company,” said Larry’s brother, Capt. Lynn Vaughan. “We want this airline to be family-oriented.”
Friends, family, and co-workers gathered at Gate C1 in the airport to give Larry a proper sendoff.
“He has been, as he mentioned, a great representative of Southwest Airlines. He takes care of our customers, but most importantly, he really takes care of his fellow crew members and fellow employees. And you can ask anybody that flies with him. What a pleasure it is to fly with him. He’s been a great professional aviator. He’s done this job with the humility and the dedication. It’s just been an honor to know him these last several years,” said Southwest’s Chief Pilot for Las Vegas, Steve Durbon.
One of the passengers on the flight was Gloria ‘Glo” Schaffer. She knew Larry’s dad and worked with all three brothers at the airline.
“It’s just been a very special relationship. I’m honored that they wanted me to be a part of it,” said Schaffer.
In Southwest style, it would not be a retirement flight without a party at cruising altitude.
“Let’s raise our glass to Capt. Larry Vaughan,” flight attendant Karl Ingraham said over the intercom. “Here’s to your larry!”
What made the flight even more special is the fact that Larry’s mom, Marcella Crabtree, was able to be on board.
“Oh Larry, I tell you, it’s hard to believe that many years have gone by and you have retired. That just makes me that much older and I wish you wouldn’t do that,” said Crabtree.
“My brother and I roofed houses and built decks for five years to get money to fly three times a day. Southwest would fly over Amarillo on the route to Albuquerque, and we would both look up and point and say, ‘That’s where we’re going to be one of these days,’ and that’s where we are today,'” said Larry.
Larry will stop flying in his retirement. He hopes to fly private jets out of Amarillo. He and a group at Blue Sky Airfield will also continue to fly their WWII biplane over events in the panhandle.
Watch Capt. Vaughan’s full gate ceremony below: | https://cw33.com/news/texas/texas-panhandle-native-flies-southwest-airlines-retirement-flight-back-to-amarillo-with-brothers-sister-as-crew/ | 2022-06-10T17:21:51Z |
NFL player to host football camp at Fort Riley
Published: Jun. 27, 2022 at 12:05 PM CDT|Updated: 20 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - NFL wide receiver Malcolm Perry of the New England Patriots will be hosting a youth football camp June 29 and 30 at Fort Riley.
The camp will host 150 military children in first through 8th grade from the Fort Riley community. Registration for the camp was available through June 25.
Malcolm Perry was raised in a military family, both of his parents were members of the U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division. Perry attended the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland for four years before being drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the 7th round of the 2020 NFL draft. He signed a reserve/future contact with the New England Patriots at the beginning of this year.
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HOUSTON, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Talos Energy Inc. (NYSE: TALO) ("Talos" or the "Company") today announced that Timothy S. Duncan will participate in a one-on-one fireside chat with Jeff Robertson of Water Tower Research. The fireside chat will be broadcast virtually on April 14, 2022 at 9:00 AM Central Time and will focus on the Company's strategy and conventional offshore business model, capital allocation, 2022 plans and rapidly growing carbon capture and sequestration business. The session is expected to run for approximately one hour and is open to all individuals who register.
Investors who are interested in listening may register through Water Tower Research using the following link: https://globalmeet.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1540111&tp_key=80936ad5dd.
ABOUT TALOS ENERGY
Talos Energy (NYSE: TALO) is a technically driven independent exploration and production company focused on safely and efficiently maximizing long-term value through its operations, currently in the United States and offshore Mexico, both upstream through oil and gas exploration and production and downstream through the development of future carbon capture and storage opportunities. As one of the Gulf of Mexico's largest public independent producers, we leverage decades of technical and offshore operational expertise towards the acquisition, exploration and development of assets in key geological trends that are present in many offshore basins around the world. With a focus on environmental stewardship, we are also utilizing our expertise to explore opportunities to reduce industrial emissions through our carbon capture and storage initiatives along the U.S. Gulf Coast and Gulf of Mexico. For more information, visit www.talosenergy.com.
TALOS ENERGY INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT
Sergio Maiworm
+1.713.328.3008
investor@talosenergy.com
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Sam Gooden, founding member of The Impressions, has died
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Sam Gooden, one of the original members of the Chicago soul group The Impressions and a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, has died. He was 87.
His daughter, Gina Griffin, said Gooden died Thursday, a month shy of his 88th birthday, in his hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee, surrounded by his family. His death was first reported by WRCB-TV in Chattanooga.
The Impressions formed in the 1950s after Gooden and brothers Richard and Arthur Brooks met Curtis Mayfield and Jerry Butler in Chicago. Butler sang baritone lead on their breakthrough record in 1958, the classic ballad “For Your Precious Love,” although many of their hits featured Mayfield’s tenor, with Gooden singing bass behind him.
The Impressions remained a top group in the 1960s, known for their gospel-styled harmonies and socially conscious songs. Mayfield helped write many of their hits, including the widely covered “People Get Ready,” along with “Gypsy Woman,” “Keep on Pushing,” “It’s All Right” and “We’re A Winner.” They were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1991. Seven years later, “People Get Ready” was voted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Mayfield left the group in 1970 for a solo career, although he continued to write and help produce for The Impressions. Gooden and fellow Chattanoogan Fred Cash continued to sing as The Impressions along with other lead singers, including Leroy Hutson. They toured until 2018.
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Steelers sign S Damontae Kazee to a one-year contract
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed safety Damontae Kazee to a one-year contract. Kazee spent the 2021 season in Dallas, making 52 tackles and finishing with two interceptions in 17 games, with 15 starts. The 28-year-old Kazee began his career in Atlanta, playing four seasons for the Falcons from 2017-20. He tied for the NFL lead with seven interceptions in 2018. Kazee will get a chance to compete with Terrell Edmunds for playing time. The Steelers re-signed Edmunds — their first-round pick in 2017 — to a one-year deal last month. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/03/steelers-sign-s-damontae-kazee-to-a-one-year-contract/ | 2022-05-03T21:18:26Z |
NYSE American: UEC
TSX: UEX
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas and SASKATOON, SK, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Uranium Energy Corp (NYSE American: UEC) (the "Company" or "UEC") and UEX Corporation (TSX: UEX) ("UEX") are pleased to announce the closing of the previously announced plan of arrangement (the "Arrangement") under the Canada Business Corporations Act, pursuant to which UEC acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of UEX that it did not already own. The Arrangement was approved at a special meeting of UEX securityholders held on August 15, 2022 and was subsequently approved by the Supreme Court of British Columbia on August 18, 2022. Pursuant to the terms of the Arrangement, UEX shareholders received 0.090 common shares of UEC for each UEX common share held.
UEC intends to submit applications to the Toronto Stock Exchange and to the applicable securities regulators to delist UEX's existing common shares and for UEX to cease to be a reporting issuer, respectively.
Amir Adnani, President and CEO stated: "We are pleased to have completed our acquisition of UEX. This marks UEC's second successful highly accretive M&A transaction in the last year, creating the largest diversified North American focused uranium company. We welcome UEX shareholders to UEC and appreciate the vote of confidence in supporting our transaction. The competing interest for UEX from other industry participants further validates the significant upside and strategic rationale we identified in UEX's portfolio of high-grade projects in the world-class Athabasca Basin of Saskatchewan. We look forward to working with our new stakeholders and the joint venture partners, including Cameco, Orano and Denison."
Mr. Adnani continued: "The Company's acquisitions of Uranium One Americas ("U1A") and UEX have created substantial shareholder value, with meaningful expansion of our production capabilities and resource pipeline. The U1A transaction doubled UEC's processing capacity, In-Situ Recovery ("ISR") resources and permitted projects in the United States, while the UEX transaction doubles the size of our measured and indicated uranium resources. With no debt and over $180 million of cash and liquid assets, including physical uranium, UEC has an unparalleled industry position to capitalize on nuclear power's growing role as a climate change solution, contributing towards the mega trends of decarbonization, electrification and energy transition."
Mr. Adnani concluded: "There is an emerging trend by Western utilities to secure supplies from uranium projects in politically stable and proven jurisdictions, this is a strong fit with UEC's permitted, and production-ready U.S. ISR projects and extensive growth pipeline in Canada. UEC's sector leading strategy as the fastest growing, pure play, 100% unhedged uranium company with assets only in the Western Hemisphere is a key differentiator in this emerging uranium bull market."
Uranium Energy Corp is America's leading, fastest growing, uranium mining company listed on the NYSE American. UEC is a pure play uranium company and is advancing the next generation of low-cost, environmentally friendly In-Situ Recovery (ISR) mining uranium projects. The Company has two production ready ISR hub and spoke platforms in South Texas and Wyoming, anchored by fully licensed and operational processing capacity at the Hobson and Irigaray plants. UEC also has seven U.S. ISR uranium projects with all of their major permits in place. Additionally, the Company has other diversified holdings of uranium assets, including: (1) one of the largest physical uranium portfolios of U.S. warehoused U3O8; (2) a major equity stake in the only royalty company in the sector, Uranium Royalty Corp.; and (3) a pipeline of resource-stage uranium projects in Arizona, New Mexico and Paraguay. The Company's operations are managed by professionals with a recognized profile for excellence in their industry, a profile based on many decades of hands-on experience in the key facets of uranium exploration, development and mining.
UEX is a Canadian uranium and cobalt exploration and development company involved in an exceptional portfolio of uranium projects. UEX's directly-owned portfolio of projects is located in the eastern, western and northern perimeters of the Athabasca Basin, the world's richest uranium region which in 2020 accounted for approximately 8.1% of the global primary uranium production. In addition to advancing its uranium development projects through its ownership interest in JCU, UEX is currently advancing several other uranium deposits in the Athabasca Basin which include the Paul Bay, Ken Pen and Ōrora deposits at the Christie Lake Project , the Kianna, Anne, Colette and 58B deposits at its currently 49.1%-owned Shea Creek Project, the Horseshoe and Raven deposits located on its 100%-owned Horseshoe-Raven Project and the West Bear Uranium Deposit located at its 100%-owned West Bear Project.
Full details of the Arrangement are set out in the arrangement agreement and subsequent amendments thereto, copies of which are filed by UEC and UEX under their respective profiles on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and under UEC's profile on EDGAR at www.sec.gov. In addition, further information regarding the Arrangement is contained in a management information circular dated July 8, 2022 prepared in connection with the meeting of UEX securityholders, a copy of which is filed on UEX's profile on www.sedar.com.
Twitter: @UraniumEnergy
Stock Exchange Information:
NYSE American: UEC
Frankfurt Stock Exchange Symbol: U6Z
WKN: AØJDRR
ISN: US916896103
Except for the statements of historical fact contained herein, the information presented in this news release constitutes "forward-looking statements" as such term is used in applicable United States and Canadian laws. These statements relate to analyses and other information that are based on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determinable and assumptions of management. Any other statements that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, using words or phrases such as "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans, "estimates" or "intends", or stating that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and should be viewed as "forward-looking statements". Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks and other factors include, among others, market and other conditions, the actual results of exploration activities, variations in the underlying assumptions associated with the estimation or realization of mineral resources, the availability of capital to fund programs and the resulting dilution caused by the raising of capital through the sale of shares, accidents, labor disputes and other risks of the mining industry including, without limitation, those associated with the environment, delays in obtaining governmental approvals, permits or financing or in the completion of development or construction activities, title disputes or claims limitations on insurance coverage. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements contained in this news release and in any document referred to in this news release. Certain matters discussed in this news release and oral statements made from time to time by representatives of the Company may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and the Federal securities laws. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Forward-looking information is subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Many of these factors are beyond the Company's ability to control or predict. Important factors that may cause actual results to differ materially and that could impact the Company and the statements contained in this news release can be found in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. For forward-looking statements in this news release, the Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company assumes no obligation to update or supplement any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities.
This news release includes certain "Forward-Looking Statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" under applicable Canadian securities laws. These statements reflect the parties' respective current views with respect to future events and are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties and contingencies. Such factors include, the synergies expected from the Arrangement not being realized; business integration risks; fluctuations in general macro economic conditions; fluctuations in securities markets and the market price of UEC Shares; fluctuations in the spot and forward price of uranium or certain other commodities (such as natural gas, fuel oil and electricity); fluctuations in the currency markets (such as the Canadian dollar and the U.S. dollar); changes in national and local government, legislation, taxation, controls, regulations and political or economic developments in Canada and the United States; operating or technical difficulties in connection with mining or development activities; risks and hazards associated with the business of mineral exploration, development and mining (including environmental hazards and industrial accidents); risks relating to the credit worthiness or financial condition of suppliers, refiners and other parties with whom the parties do business; inability to obtain adequate insurance to cover risks and hazards; and the presence of laws and regulations that may impose restrictions on mining, availability and increasing costs associated with mining inputs and labour; the speculative nature of mineral exploration and development, including the risks of obtaining necessary licenses, permits and approvals from government authorities; title to properties; and the factors identified under the caption "Risk Factors" in UEC's Form 10K and under the caption "Risk Factors" in UEX's Annual Information Form. Although UEC has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be other factors that cause results not to be anticipated, estimated or intended. The parties do not intend, and do not assume any obligation, to update these forward-looking statements or information to reflect changes in assumptions or changes in circumstances or any other events affecting such statements or information, other than as required by applicable law.]
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A step closer towards commercialization to fulfill brand demands
SAN DIEGO and ARCO, Italy, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sustainability leader Genomatica (Geno) alongside longtime collaborator Aquafil [ECNL:IM] successfully completed the first demonstration scale production runs for plant-based nylon-6. The material is intended to reshape the $22B nylon industry, enabling brands to meet demand from consumers for sustainable everyday materials from apparel to automotive parts to carpets. Geno and Aquafil have produced the first several tons of plant-based nylon-6 building block caprolactam, have converted it to nylon-6 polymer and are now in the process of transforming it for evaluation in nylon applications — such as yarns for textile and carpet and engineering plastics as part of pre-commercial quantities from demonstration production taking place in Europe.
The companies have been collaborating to first produce pilot-scale quantities of plant-based nylon-6 and have now advanced to produce pre-commercial quantities at demonstration scale which will help determine the final design of future commercial plants. The material will go to leading global brands and their value chain partners who are eager to explore and develop renewable products, create showcase goods and test feedback with customers.
"Now, more than ever, global brands are taking action to incorporate sustainable materials into their products," said Christophe Schilling, Geno CEO. "We're working to build purposeful, traceable and transparent supply chains, in this case for nylon-6, with the goal to provide more sustainable products that consumers demand and material solutions that can help brands achieve their ESG goals."
"The world needs every possible approach put into action to make supply chains sustainable, and making bio-based nylon is an essential piece of that," said Giulio Bonazzi, Aquafil CEO. "Plant-based nylon can perfectly complement our approach to depolymerizing nylon products once they reach the end of their useful life. Together, we share a vision to lead the transition to more sustainable materials which has driven our long-term collaboration."
Plant-based nylon-6 is Geno's third major product line on a path to commercialization. The company has executed high impact deals with a range of brands to accelerate the global commercialization of sustainable materials, with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 100 million tons in upcoming years. Recent milestones advancing the sustainable materials transition include: a collaboration with lululemon (NASDAQ: LULU) to bring plant-based materials into lululemon's products, a production milestone with partner Covestro (OTCMKTS: COVTY) for plant-based HMD used in sustainable coatings, a partnership with Asahi Kasei (OTCMKTS: AHKSY) and a newly formed venture with Unilever (NASDAQ: UL) to commercialize and scale plant-based alternatives to feedstocks like palm oil or fossil fuels to make key ingredients used in everyday cleaning and personal care products.
About Genomatica (Geno)
Geno is harnessing biology to remake everyday products and materials built by and for the planet. In response to the urgent climate crisis, Geno is developing and scaling sustainable materials derived from plant- or waste-based feedstocks instead of fossil fuels. Geno's technology, built over the last 20 years, now drives materials and ingredients in applications ranging from cosmetics, carpets, to home cleaners, apparel and more. To learn more, visit genomatica.com.
About Aquafil
Founded in 1965, Aquafil is one of the main producers of nylon in Italy and worldwide. The Group is present in seven countries and in three different continents, with over 2,800 employees at 19 production sites located in Italy, Slovenia, United States, China, Croatia, Scotland, Thailand and Japan. Aquafil is a pioneer in the circular economy also thanks to the ECONYL® Regeneration System, an innovative and sustainable process able to create new products from waste and give life to an endless cycle. For more information, visit www.aquafil.com.
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Hundreds of pro and amateur players and 4,000+ spectators expected; tournament will be broadcast live on the Tennis Channel
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Prize money totaling $133,000 is on the line as thousands of professional pickleball players and fans descend upon Life Time Rancho San Clemente for the Select Medical Orange County Cup pickleball tournament from June 9th through June 12th.
Hundreds of amateur and professional pickleball players are expected to take part in the tournament. And more than 4,000 spectators will be in attendance to watch some of the best players in the world compete in America's fastest-growing sport. The tournament
s organized by the
(PPA) and will be broadcast live on the Tennis Channel, YouTube, and PPA social media.
The tournament will feature:
- Top pickleball professionals from around the world, including Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Slovenia, Russia, Slovakia, France, Germany, Israel, and the Czech Republic
- A mother-daughter team, Leigh Waters and Anna Leigh Waters (A top three female professional pickleball player at only 15 years old)
- A brother-brother team, Ben Johns (World #1) and Collin Johns (World #5)
The tournament will be played at Life Time's premier Rancho San Clemente destination featuring eight pickleball courts and idyllic center court with stadium seating.
Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, is committed to becoming the premier pickleball destination across the nation. The company will have more than 300 permanent pickleball courts across its locations by the end of the year and 600+ courts by the end of next year. In California, the company has permanent pickleball courts at its Rancho San Clemente, Roseville and Folsom country clubs.
"We're excited to welcome thousands of pickleball players and fans to our Rancho San Clemente athletic country club," Said Brian Gaeta, Life Time's Pacific Area Director. "Our goal is for people to immediately think of Life Time when they imagine the best place to play pickleball and we're proud to team up with the PPA for this tournament."
The demand for pickleball courts has never been higher. Nearly 5-million Americans call themselves pickleball players. That's almost double the number compared to just five years ago. People of every age and fitness level have fallen in love with the sport.
Life Time and the PPA have teamed up for several tournaments at its athletic country clubs this year. Previous tournaments have been held at Life Time Charlotte, Peachtree Corners (Atlanta) and Lakeville (Minnesota).
The PPA Tour was founded in 2018 as the premier provider of professional and amateur pickleball events for all ages. In 2022, it will welcome more than 30,000 players and award over $3 million in payouts to players. More information on the PPA can be found on their website.
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of nearly 160 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada. The company's healthy way of life communities and ecosystem address all aspects of healthy living, healthy aging and healthy entertainment for people 90 days to 90+ years old. Supported by a team of more than 30,000 dedicated professionals, Life Time is committed to providing the best programs and experiences through its clubs, iconic athletic events and comprehensive digital platform.
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Teen fatally shot during cell phone sale, police say
LONG BEACH, Calif. (Gray News) - A suspect is in custody after California police say a 15-year-old was shot multiple times and killed during a meeting to buy a cell phone.
Police identified the victim as 15-year-old Joshua Simmons in a news release. Officers responding to a report of shots fired around 9:30 p.m. Friday found Simmons suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives say Simmons had arranged to buy a cell phone from 24-year-old Jose Bustamante Cardenas through an online marketplace app. During the transaction, an altercation led to the fatal shooting, according to police.
Cardenas was initially detained after contacting police and allegedly admitting his involvement in Simmons’ death. He was later booked on a murder charge and is being held on $2 million bail.
The case will be presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office later this week, police say.
A GoFundMe set up to cover Simmons’ funeral costs remembers the teen as “a boy who loved his friends and family and… cared deeply for others.”
Simmons was only a week away from his 16th birthday when he was killed, KABC reports.
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(Reg S / 144A CUSIP & ISIN: L8915M AA3; USL8915MAA38 / 870880 AA9; US870880AA90)
LUXEMBOURG, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiss Insured Brazil Power Finance S.à r.l. a private limited liability company (société à responsabilité limitée), incorporated and existing under Luxembourg law, having its registered office at 16, rue Eugène Ruppert, L – 2453 Luxembourg, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, registered with the Luxembourg Register of Commerce and Companies under number B 217648 (the "Company") announced today that it has commenced a solicitation (the "Consent Solicitation") of consents ("Consents") from each registered holder ("Holder") of its outstanding 9.850% Senior Secured Notes due 2032 (the "Notes"), issued under the indenture, dated as of April 12, 2018, among the Company, CELSE – Centrais Elétricas de Sergipe S.A., as guarantor ("CELSE"), and Citibank, N.A., as trustee (in such capacity, the "Trustee"), to permit the Company, as the sole holder of certain debentures issued by CELSE pursuant to an indenture (as amended, the "Debenture Indenture"), dated as of March 28, 2018, among CELSE, Pentágono S.A. Distribuidora de Títulos e Valores Mobiliários, as fiduciary agent (the "Fiduciary Agent") and Credit Suisse AG, in its capacities as policyholder and policyholder agent (the "Policyholder Agent"), to instruct the Fiduciary Agent to (i) enter into certain amendments, or consent to the entry into certain amendments and waivers and (ii) provide certain consents, in each case, with respect to the Eneva Sale, the Ebrasil Reorganization and the FSRU Transfer (each as defined below and further described in the Consent Solicitation Statement).
The Consent Solicitation is being made by means of the Company's consent solicitation statement, dated July 20, 2022 (the "Consent Solicitation Statement"). Holders are referred to the Consent Solicitation Statement for detailed terms and conditions of the Consent Solicitation. The Consent Solicitation will expire at 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on July 26, 2022 (the "Expiration Time"), unless extended or earlier terminated by the Company in its sole discretion. Consents delivered may be validly revoked at any time prior to the earlier to occur of: (i) the time at which the requisite Consents are received and (ii) the Expiration Time.
Subject to certain conditions, including, among others, the receipt of the requisite Consents and the consummation of any of the Eneva Sale, the Ebrasil Reorganization or the FSRU Transfer, Holders who validly deliver and not validly revoke their Consents at or prior to the Expiration Time pursuant to the terms of the Consent Solicitation Statement will be eligible to receive a consent payment of R$5.00 per R$1,000 principal amount of the Notes.
CELSE Consent and Amendment Authorization
The ultimate purpose of the Consent Solicitation is to authorize CELSE to enter into agreements that (i) grant the requested consents and waivers in order to consummate each of the Eneva Sale, the Ebrasil Reorganization and the FSRU Transfer, (ii) amend the definitions of "Change of Control" in Annex 1 (Definitions) of the Debenture Indenture and in Annex 1 (Definitions) of the Common Terms Agreement, including such other amendments as may be necessary to effectuate the Eneva Sale, the Ebrasil Reorganization or the FSRU Transfer and (iii) make any other modifications or waivers to the Common Terms Agreement, the Debenture Indenture, the Sponsor Support and Share Retention Agreement or any other agreement or instrument, in each case, for the purposes of effectuating any of the Eneva Sale, the Ebrasil Reorganization or the FSRU Transfer to the extent that such modification or waiver, as the case may be, is approved by the other required parties under the Project Intercreditor Agreement and the Debenture Indenture.
Eneva Sale
On May 31, 2022, certain indirect shareholders of CELSE, including LNG Power Limited, Ebrasil Energia Ltda. ("Ebrasil Energia"), DC Energia e Participações S.A. ("DC Energia") and certain other direct and indirect shareholders of Ebrasil Energia (the "DC Energia Sellers") agreed to sell (the "Eneva Sale") 100% of their respective direct or indirect interests, as the case may be, in CELSEPAR – Centrais Elétricas de Sergipe Participações S.A., CELSE's direct 100% shareholder (the "Direct Shareholder") to Eneva S.A. In connection with the Eneva Sale, a Change of Control under the Common Terms Agreement and Debenture Indenture will occur because, amongst other reasons, Hygo Energy Transition Limited ("Hygo") and Eletricidade do Brasil S.A. – Ebrasil ("Ebrasil") will cease to collectively control CELSE.
Ebrasil Reorganization
In connection with and to facilitate its portion of the Eneva Sale, Ebrasil intends to effect an internal reorganization prior to the Eneva Sale. The internal reorganization would ultimately result in DC Energia, which currently owns 100% of Ebrasil, to merge with Ebrasil Energia, which currently owns 50% of the equity of the Direct Shareholder, such that (i) DC Energia would directly own 50% of the equity in the Direct Shareholder and (ii) the DC Energia Sellers would directly own 100% of the DC Energia shares (collectively, the "Ebrasil Reorganization"). Following the Ebrasil Reorganization, Ebrasil would no longer own any direct or indirect interest of the Direct Shareholder, but would remain as a "Sponsor" and be subject to the terms of the Sponsor Support and Share Retention Agreement until the consummation of the Eneva Sale. In connection with the Ebrasil Reorganization, a Change of Control under the Common Terms Agreement and Debenture Indenture will occur because Ebrasil will cease to own and maintain, directly or indirectly, at least 44.75% of the equity of CELSE.
FSRU Transfer
On July 5, 2022, New Fortress Energy Inc., which is the parent company and 100% indirect owner of Hygo, and Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its consolidated subsidiaries, "Apollo") announced that NFE and certain funds managed by affiliates of Apollo (the "Apollo Funds") have entered into a definitive agreement with respect to the newly created joint venture (the "Apollo/NFE JV") to create an innovative LNG carrier and FSRU owning/operating platform. The Apollo/NFE JV will be owned approximately 80% by the Apollo Funds and 20% by NFE. In connection with the formation of the Apollo/NFE JV, certain affiliates of NFE and the Apollo Funds have entered into a definitive Equity Purchase and Contribution Agreement (the "Equity Purchase and Contribution Agreement") pursuant to which the NFE sellers agreed to contribute three of its vessels to the Apollo/NFE JV and to sell to the Apollo Funds eight vessels, including the Golar Nanook FSRU (which is the floating storage and regasification unit currently sub-chartered to CELSE (the "FSRU Transfer")), following which the Apollo Funds will contribute such eight vessels to the Apollo/NFE JV. The current charter arrangements related to the Golar Nanook and CELSE will be maintained, as each of the relevant chartering and sub-chartering entities will be owned by the Apollo/NFE JV. Accordingly, NFE Nanook UK Limited (the "Disponent FSRU Owner") will continue to have a head charter of the Golar Nanook FSRU (which, going forward, will be between the Apollo/NFE JV and the Disponent FSRU Owner) and the Disponent FSRU Owner will in turn continue to sub-charter the Golar Nanook FSRU to CELSE pursuant to the existing Golar Nanook FSRU bareboat charter agreement between the Disponent FSRU Owner and CELSE. The Golar Nanook FSRU services agreement previously entered into between NFE Power Latam Serviços Marítmos Ltda. (which entity will also be owned by the Apollo/NFE JV) and CELSE that provides for certain operations and maintenance services will also remain in place. Accordingly, other than to reflect the new ownership of the Disponent FSRU Owner, NFE Power Latam Serviços Marítmos Ltda. and the "Golar Nanook" there will be no changes to the agreements or the parties operating the Golar Nanook FSRU and performing the relevant obligations under the Golar Nanook FSRU charter to CELSE. In connection with the FSRU Transfer, a Change of Control under the Common Terms Agreement and Debenture Indenture will occur because Hygo will cease to own and maintain, directly or indirectly, 100% of the Golar Nanook FSRU.
General
The Company has engaged Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC to act as solicitation agent (the "Solicitation Agent") for the Consent Solicitation. D. F. King & Co., Inc. has been engaged to act as the information and tabulation agent (the "Information and Tabulation Agent") for the Consent Solicitation. Any questions or requests for assistance concerning the terms of the Consent Solicitation may be made to Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC at GS-LM-NYC@gs.com, +1 (800) 828-3182 (toll free) or +1 (212) 357-1452 (collect). Questions or requests for assistance relating to the procedures for delivering Consents or additional copies of the Consent Solicitation Statement and any related documents may be directed to D.F. King & Co., Inc. at celse@dfking.com, +1 (866) 745-0267 (toll free) or +1 (212) 269-5550 (collect).
The Notes are currently listed on the Official List of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (the "LuxSE") and admitted to trading on the Euro MTF market of the LuxSE.
The Solicitation Agent takes no responsibility for the contents of this announcement. This announcement must be read in conjunction with the Consent Solicitation Statement. This announcement and the Consent Solicitation Statement contain important information which should be read carefully and in its entirety before any decision is made in connection with the Consent Solicitation. If you are in any doubt as to the action you should take, you are recommended to seek your own financial advice immediately from your stockbroker, bank manager, accountant or other independent financial adviser.
None of the Company, CELSE, the Trustee, the Fiduciary Agent, the Policyholder Agent, the Solicitation Agent, the Information and Tabulation Agent or their respective affiliates, makes any recommendation as to whether or not Holders should deliver Consents. This announcement is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation of Consents. The Consent Solicitation is only being made pursuant to the Consent Solicitation Statement. The Company reserves the right to waive or modify any term of, or to terminate, the Consent Solicitation, for any reason, prior to the Expiration Time.
This announcement is neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. The Notes described herein have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), or any state securities laws, and they may not be offered or sold in the United States or to U.S. persons absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act.
Forward-Looking Statements
The Company cautions you that statements included in this announcement that are not a description of historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors which may not materialize or prove correct. These include, among others, statements with respect to the terms and timing for completion of the Consent Solicitation, the consummation of the Eneva Sale, the Ebrasil Reorganization or the FSRU Transfer, the receipt of the requisite Consents, and the payment of the consent fee. There can be no assurance that the transactions contemplated in this announcement will be consummated. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement included in this announcement to reflect events or circumstances arising after the date on which it was made.
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Gracell also presented data on GC012F for treatment of B-NHL and allogeneic TruUCAR-candidate GC502 for treatment of B-ALL
Management to host clinical update call on Monday, June 13, at 8:00AM ET
SAN DIEGO, Calif. and SUZHOU and SHANGHAI, China, June 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gracell Biotechnologies Inc. ("Gracell" or the "Company", NASDAQ: GRCL), a global clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing highly efficacious and affordable cell therapies for the treatment of cancer, today announced the updated clinical data from a multicenter study evaluating GC012F, the Company's autologous CAR-T therapeutic candidate dual-targeting B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA) and CD19, for the treatment of relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM). Gracell shared the data at the European Hematology Association 2022 Hybrid Congress (EHA2022 Congress), held from June 9-12 in Vienna, Austria.
"The updated data of the final dataset of 29 treated patients underscore the deep responses achieved with GC012F, including a 100% MRD negativity rate in all patients treated," commented Dr. Martina Sersch, Chief Medical Officer of Gracell. "GC012F for the treatment of RRMM continues to demonstrate a favorable safety profile and a promising mDOR of 15.7 months in mostly high risk, heavily pretreated patients, including those with extramedullary disease and those who were previously exposed to PI, IMiDs and anti-CD38 agents. In addition, we presented at EHA the first-in-human data of GC012F in B-NHL, a potential second indication. We look forward to continuing developing this lead asset and providing a new treatment option to the patients with high unmet needs."
Additionally, on June 10, Gracell presented the first clinical results of the first-in-human phase 1 investigator-initiated study (IIT) in China evaluating the safety and tolerability of GC012F in B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma patients, and longer-term follow-up results of a safety and efficacy study from an IIT evaluating allogeneic TruUCAR-T GC502 in patients with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Gracell announced these data in a press release on May 12.
From October 2019 to January 2022, 29 heavily pretreated RRMM patients were enrolled and treated in this single-arm, open label, multicenter IIT with a single infusion of GC012F at three dose levels: 1x105 cells/kg (DL1), 2x105 cells/kg (DL2), and 3x105 cells/kg (DL3). 90% (26/29) patients were high risk based on mSMART 3.0 criteria and patients had received a median of five prior lines of therapy.
At the data cutoff of June 8, 2022, the 29 patients had been evaluated for response with a median follow-up duration of 11 months, ranging from 4.9 to 34.5 months. Patients continue to be followed for deepening responses. The response rate at different dose levels was 100% (2/2) in DL1, 80% (8/10) in DL2, and 100% (17/17) in DL3. All patients 100% (29/29) achieved minimal residual disease (MRD) negativity. 75.9% (22/29) of all patients treated achieved MRD- sCR. Median duration of response (DOR) at data cut off was 15.7 months (95% CI: 7.6-33.1).
The safety profile of GC012F was consistent with previous findings with mostly low grade of cytokine release syndrome (CRS). 93% (27/29) of events were Grade 0-2 and 7% (2/29) of events were Grade 3. No Grade 4 or 5 CRS, or any Grade immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS) were observed. Patients continue to be monitored for safety and efficacy including best overall response (BOR) and DOR. Due to the COVID-19 related lockdowns at the lead site of the study in Shanghai, China, follow-up assessment visits of certain patients were delayed and Gracell is looking forward to providing further updates in future publications for DOR, ORR, and BOR in all treated patients.
In November 2021, GC012F was granted Orphan Drug Designation for the treatment of multiple myeloma by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Details of the presentation are as follows:
- Abstract title: Updated results of a multicenter first-in-human study of BCMA/CD19 dual-targeting FasTCAR-T GC012F for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM)
- Session title: Relapsed/refractory myeloma: BCMA-directed therapies
- Presentation time: Sunday, June 12 from 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM CEST
- Presentation location: Hall A2-A3
For more information about the EHA2022 Hybrid Congress, visit www.ehaweb.org.
Monday, June 13, 2022 @ 8:00AM ET
Investor domestic dial-in: (833) 693-0545
Investor international dial-in: +1(661) 407-1586
Conference ID: 1820109
Live webcast link: https://ir.gracellbio.com/news-events/events-and-presentations
A replay of the webcast will be available on ir.gracellbio.com shortly after the conclusion of the event for 90 days.
GC012F is a FasTCAR-enabled dual-targeting CAR-T product candidate that is currently being evaluated in IIT studies in China for the treatment of multiple myeloma and B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. GC012F simultaneously targets CD19 and BCMA to drive fast, deep and durable responses, which can potentially improve efficacy and reduce relapse in multiple myeloma and B-NHL patients.
CAR-T cells manufactured on Gracell's proprietary FasTCAR platform appear younger, less exhausted and show enhanced proliferation, persistence, bone marrow migration and tumor cell clearance activities as demonstrated in preclinical studies. With next-day manufacturing, FasTCAR is able to significantly improve cell production efficiency which may result in meaningful cost savings, and, together with fast release time, enables enhanced accessibility of cell therapies for cancer patients.
Gracell Biotechnologies Inc. ("Gracell") is a global clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing breakthrough cell therapies. Leveraging its pioneering FasTCAR and TruUCAR technology platforms and SMART CARTM technology module, Gracell is developing a rich clinical-stage pipeline of multiple autologous and allogeneic product candidates with the potential to overcome major industry challenges that persist with conventional CAR-T therapies, including lengthy manufacturing time, suboptimal cell quality, high therapy cost and lack of effective CAR-T therapies for solid tumors. For more information on Gracell, please visit www.gracellbio.com. Follow @GracellBio on LinkedIn.
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This story is part of a series of reports called “Stop Mass Shootings,” providing context and exploring solutions surrounding gun violence in the wake of the deadly Uvalde school shooting. We want our reports to be a resource for Texans, as well as for lawmakers who are holding hearings after the events in Uvalde to discuss how the state should move forward. Explore all “Stop Mass Shootings” stories by clicking here.
AUSTIN (Nexstar) – After a gunman murdered 19 fourth graders and two teachers at an Uvalde elementary school in May, Gov. Greg Abbott called on Texas’ top education and law enforcement officials to redouble their efforts to promote the state’s suspicious activity reporting system: iWatchTexas.
“The use of this single, statewide reporting system better ensures that tips from different parts of the community are better reported back to the schools to allow for the appropriate interventions and enhance school safety,” Abbott said in a letter sent June 7 to the heads of the Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Education Agency and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
Abbott and law enforcement experts tout suspicious activity reporting and iWatchTexas as some of the best tools available to preemptively thwart an attack. Texas received nearly 7,700 of the reports in 2021, a 59% increase over 2020, according to DPS data.
DPS Director Steve McCraw again promoted the suspicious activity reporting network at a Texas Senate subcommittee hearing on the Uvalde shooting and law enforcement’s response to it. The gunman made “disturbing” statements to acquaintances in private messages online before the massacre, but they were not reported to law enforcement, he said.
“All it takes is one report that might give us the opportunity, and obviously that didn’t happen in this case,” McCraw said.
But while law enforcement and state leaders praise and promote the suspicious activity reporting system, some civil rights scholars and privacy activists question its effectiveness – saying it may not be worth the cost and can lead to mass surveillance of innocent people.
Tips submitted to iWatchTexas filter into Texas’ fusion centers. There, a combination of local, state and federal law enforcement officers sift through and investigate them. Texas has seven fusion centers – the most of any state.
In June, state leaders announced that an additional $5 million in funding would be transferred to the Texas Department of Public Safety to expand fusion center research and capabilities. The funding is part of the $105.5 state leaders designated for school safety and mental health initiatives after the Uvalde mass shooting.
Fred Burton, a former special agent, author and executive director for the ONTIC Center for Protective Intelligence in Austin, said there is “no doubt” suspicious activity reports are useful in preventing attacks. He described the system as “wonderful,” “robust” and helpful in funneling information to the right people.
“In order to connect the dots, you have to collect the dots in our business,” Burton said.
DPS said all the suspicious activity reports in its data were vetted in a Texas fusion center and represent a “potential investigative lead that could be investigated by the appropriate law enforcement agency,” according to an agency spokesperson’s email.
How police handled the tips isn’t clear from the data. DPS said it doesn’t track that information. The agency did not provide a specific reason for not tracking those items.
DPS also monitors “threats to life,” which involve imminent or potential threats, and threats of “serious bodily injury, or significant violent action that may include a threat to public safety, use of weapons of mass destruction, crisis calls, active shooter, threat to law enforcement, or terrorism,” according to DPS.
Threats to life have been ticking up. In 2019, there were 263 threats to life; last year there were 757, DPS wrote in an email.
Burton used the term “pre-operational surveillance” to describe a common pattern among attackers that can be spotted and reported to authorities. Every attacker will want to do some type of reconnaissance on their target; it could be physically visiting or cyber stalking, he said.
“They are going to do their homework,” Burton said. It is during that preparatory surveillance when attackers are “typically very sloppy” and vulnerable for people or law enforcement to spot and report, he added.
Texas launched iWatch in 2013, included a toll-free number in 2016, created an app in 2018 and later added a school-safety reporting option, according to a Homeland Security Strategic Plan.
Abbott’s recent call to promote iWatchTexas in June echoed a similar order he made three years ago.
Following a mass shooting that left 23 dead and 23 injured at an El Paso Walmart in 2019, Abbott issued an executive order telling the heads of Texas’ law enforcement and education agencies to promote the use of suspicious activity reports. Abbott also called for increased staff at fusion centers. The efforts stopped “at least one school shooting,” Abbott said in his June letter.
KXAN visited the El Paso fusion center in 2019, following the shooting. Dustin Liston, a lieutenant with the El Paso Police Department at the time and director of the fusion center said law enforcement agencies used to keep information in silos, and the fusion centers help break through those communication barriers.
Liston noted a suspicious activity report tip helped the FBI stop and arrest Richard Holzer, of Pueblo, Colorado, in 2019 before he carried out a plot to bomb a Jewish temple. Holzer, 29, was sentenced to 19 years in federal prison.
“It’s very important that, like (Department of Homeland Security) says, ‘if you see something, say something,’ let the police know that you’ve observed something suspicious,” said Burton, using the phrase created after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. “And the system is geared to thoroughly vet those kinds of reports today, like no time else in the history of our nation.”
While Abbott and experts like Burton promote the effectiveness of suspicious activity reports, available data from DPS doesn’t show how many of the nearly 7,700 tips the state received last year were found credible or resulted in an arrest or thwarted attack.
In a request sent last month to DPS, KXAN asked for a breakdown showing the number of tips vetted, investigative leads generated, threats identified, arrests made and threats to life processed.
KXAN asked for those specific pieces of information because they are identified as “outputs” of the suspicious activity network software DPS requested funding for in a 2020 “exceptional item” budget appropriation document. DPS said it doesn’t currently count those outputs.
In response to our request, DPS sent the numbers of tips it received each month.
“The Texas Fusion Center does not track police action, arrests, or convictions resulting from tips,” according to a DPS email.
Jake Wiener, an attorney and fellow at the Electronic Privacy Information Center, or EPIC, said he’s found suspicious activity reporting systems and fusion centers are not solving pressing problems. EPIC is a nonprofit research and advocacy group that focuses on privacy and civil liberty issues.
Wiener said he’s been working for two years on a report about fusion centers and has reviewed data made public by the so-called BlueLeaks – a massive trove of hacked law enforcement data released in 2020. The BlueLeaks data include a cache of records from the Austin Regional Intelligence Center, or ARIC, a local fusion center.
Wiener said he has read “probably thousands” of suspicious activity reports received by different fusion centers, and they are “generally very low-quality intelligence.”
The results, Wiener said, are intelligence centers gathering mostly mediocre tips that lead to widespread intrusive surveillance of innocent people.
“Fusion Centers, more broadly, are something that between the states and the federal government, we spend $400 million a year on, and have never proven their value,” Wiener said. “But what they do very well is they do a lot of surveillance of political dissidents, of protesters, of ordinary folks going about their lives, which does not prevent crime.”
In its budget request for fiscal years 2022 and 2023, DPS sought $18.7 million for statewide unified information sharing. That total included $2.6 million for the state’s suspicious activity reporting network and $6.1 million for protective threat monitoring and analysis, according to the 2020 funding request.
In July 2021, a report authored by a Boston University School of Law professor and students singled out Austin’s fusion center as lacking transparency and having little oversight. ARIC conducts wide surveillance of Austin residents and uses city resources to share the personal information of vulnerable residents with federal authorities, putting them at greater risk of arrest, detention and deportation, according to the report, which used information obtained through BlueLeaks.
The report, citing the law enforcement data leak, said ARIC targeted Black Lives Matter protesters in 2020. ARIC “has refused to abide by even the weak oversight mechanisms and civil liberty protections proscribed in its own policy,” according to the report.
Austin Police Department manages ARIC. An APD spokesperson said the center only shares information with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to assist with active ICE criminal cases. ARIC does not “continually” monitor protests and events. It only monitors to determine if there could be a safety concern for the community, according to the spokesperson.
ARIC also has a privacy policy establishing oversight by an executive board, operational management team, privacy policy advisory committee, director and a privacy officer. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Texas Governor’s Office also hold ARIC accountable through annual assessments and oversight of grants, according to APD’s statement.
KXAN asked DPS for a response to Wiener’s comments and the contents of the Boston Law School report, but the agency did not respond.
APD said ARIC has received over 450 suspicious activity reports this year, including 162 school-safety related tips.
DPS operates and oversees the iWatch system. When it get a report through the system that falls within the jurisdiction of a regional fusion center, DPS notifies that regional center and lets it take ownership of the investigation.
Every state is mandated by U.S. DHS to have a statewide fusion center, and Texas’ is operated by DPS.
Local officials can create and operate regional fusion centers to cover major metro areas. ARIC, for example, covers the same counties under the umbrella of the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG). ARIC is “co-located” on the DPS fusion center campus and, as result, shares information easily with state police, according to a source with extensive knowledge of the fusion centers in Texas.
To get a basic understanding of how many tips other states receive, KXAN reached out to more than 25 of the most populous states. We asked state police and public safety departments a simple question: how many suspicious activity reports did your state receive in the last few years? If the states prepared annual reports or audits of fusion center activities, we asked for those.
Some states quickly provided concrete statistics and prepared reports. Some states had no records at all. The responses showed an inconsistent approach to data keeping from state to state.
For example, Colorado provided an annual report, a recent data summary and information showing its “Safe2Tell” reporting program had received more than 20,000 suspicious activity reports in the past year. Florida and Pennsylvania provided data showing the number of requests received last year. Ohio and Oregon provided only suspicious activity reports related to schools. Oregon maintains a website with its program’s annual reports. Several states provided nothing.
A spokesperson for the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security said the state “does not have the data nor the type of report or link(s) you inquired about.”
Illinois appears to have no statewide suspicious activity reporting system. Outside of Chicago’s Cook County, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s website says a person should “call 911” to report suspicious activity in Illinois.
Other states – include Texas and California – would not provide information without a formal public information request.
“We’ve had about 20 years to kind of get this right, which means for fusion centers to show their work, to show what they’re doing and the impact of it, and they’ve never been able to do so,” Wiener told KXAN. “In my experience, police departments generally do not shy away from showing that they’ve been successful. So, if in the last 20 years, we have almost no accounts of fusion centers successfully preventing a mass violence event, terrorism, something like that, that suggests to me that they haven’t done it.”
‘Give us a chance to survive’: 1,639 Texas educators weigh in on school safety
In the aftermath of the Uvalde school shooting that took the lives of 19 students and two teachers at Robb Elementary, lawmakers are set to come up with solutions before kids across Texas return to school from summer break.
KXAN surveyed more than 1,600 Texas educators from 106 counties on the confidence they had in their school’s safety measures. The Texas American Federation of Teachers helped in sending our survey out to its thousands of followers and members.
Educators revealed concerns over delayed maintenance repairs that leave schools vulnerable and gaps in staffing and mental health resources leaving students at risk.
While a previous study by the Texas AFT focused on educators’ opinions on law changes and gun reform, our study focused on their experiences with their districts and campuses, current approaches and handling of school safety.
The question of whether to arm teachers provided the most lopsided response in our survey. In total, 78% of respondents either disagreed or strongly disagreed with allowing teachers to carry weapons on campus.
A similar, but slightly reduced, number disagreed with arming school administrators. Just 10% of respondents agreed with arming teachers.
A majority of survey respondents told us their campus did not have adequate services to address mental health of students. A common theme was that school counselors are often used for other purposes — from administrative duties to scheduling to test proctoring — which leaves them little time to focus on the students themselves.
Only 18% said their schools were doing enough to support student mental health. Read some of the teacher’s responses below.
We defined physical safety measures in our survey as things like scan-in doors and locks for doors and windows. The results were fairly split: 43% of respondents said their campus had adequate measures, while 39% said they did not.
Maintenance of those physical measures was often brought up as an aspect of school safety that fell short. We heard from hundreds of teachers who said broken locks and AC systems put safety at risk because doors and windows have to be left open.
Each campus approaches security a little differently. Some districts have their own police departments. Others rely on local police or the sheriff’s office. Others have volunteer security guards.
One thing that is clear from our survey is that schools, especially at the elementary level, do not have enough of a security presence. Of the survey respondents, 67% thought their campus did not have adequate security personnel to keep students and staff safe.
While about 30% of survey respondents felt that active shooter training was adequate, about half said it is not. Several teachers told us the extent of their drills is to simply close the door and turn off the lights.
Here’s one anecdote from a teacher in an unidentified district in Hays County:
“At my former district, I was a district instructional coach. I did campus safety checks at principal requests on campuses that I was not known by the staff. I would attempt to enter the school (not through the front door). I would not wear a badge or anything identifying me as a district employee. My goal was to see if I could obtain entry and how long I could walk around a campus before being stopped. I did a half a dozen of these and gained access 100% of the time. I was able to walk campuses for 36 minutes (the shortest) and once finally stopped the timer at 2.5 hours.“
According to our survey respondents, threats made on social media are, for the most part, handled appropriately. In total, 57% agreed with the statement, while just 15% did not.
We also asked survey respondents to describe — in one word or phrase — what part of school safety needed the most attention on their campuses.
Some common themes really stood out: doors, entrances and locks; law enforcement and security guards; mental health and gun control. Thirty-five educators told us “everything.”
The word cloud below shows the variety of responses we received.
We didn’t specifically ask about gun legislation in our survey, primarily because the Texas AFT did in their own survey earlier this month. Still, several educators took the opportunity to share their thoughts in an open-ended question on our survey.
In total, we received 1,639 survey responses over a six-day period. Educators all across the state responded, from El Paso to East Texas, and from the Panhandle to the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Responses came from 106 counties in Texas, highlighted in yellow on the map below.
How we conducted our study:
Data Reporter Christopher Adams and KXAN Investigator Kelly Wiley used Google Forms to create the survey — which included asking educators to rate how much they agreed with eight statements, from strongly disagree to strongly agree. Educators also had the option to answer four narrative questions.
KXAN reached out to the Texas AFT to assist in distributing the survey on its platform. The survey was open for responses for six days (June 10-June 16.)
How do gun laws in Texas compare to other states?
From Capitol Hill to dinner tables in Texas, gun legislation has again become the focus of the political conversation in the wake of the deadly school shooting in Uvalde.
As state lawmakers convene for special committees on school safety and a bipartisan group of federal lawmakers negotiate gun reform measures, KXAN investigators took a closer look at Texas’ laws and how they compare to other states.
Using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, KXAN focused on states with the most firearm deaths per capita: Mississippi, Louisiana, Wyoming, Missouri and Alabama. KXAN also considered Illinois, Florida, California, and Texas which have slightly lower rates than the previous states, relative to their larger populations. Then, KXAN looked at states with the lowest rates of firearm deaths: Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Rhode Island and New York.
There are some general federal restrictions on who can possess a firearm, including people who have been convicted of certain crimes or who are subject to certain court orders regarding domestic violence. States can then enact laws to allow state law enforcement to enforce those same federal requirements.
Federal law requires background checks for people buying firearms through a federally-licensed firearm dealer, but not for sales between private citizens – sometimes referred to as the “gun show loophole.”
In the last month, there have been renewed calls for “universal” background checks, which some advocates believe would close that gap by requiring almost all gun transactions to be recorded and go through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System.
Of the states KXAN evaluated, four of the five states with the lowest firearm fatality rates, plus Illinois, require background checks for private gun sales. These same states also require a permit to purchase a gun or a license to own one, which may include separate testing and training requirements.
While Massachusetts’ law does not explicitly require private sellers to conduct background checks, these sellers are able to check the validity of the purchaser’s required license to own. These licenses must be renewed, at which time the licensee may undergo another background check.
Florida law also does not require background checks for private sales, but in 2018, lawmakers there closed what is known as the “Charleston loophole.” Under federal law, a gun dealer can proceed with a sale — before the background check is complete — if more than 3 days have passed since the background check was initiated.
The Florida law establishes a “waiting period” of either three days or until a background check is complete.
Waiting periods are not required by federal law, but California, Hawaii, Illinois and Rhode Island have also established different required periods of waiting time before a purchase can be completed.
Nicole Golden, the Executive Director of Texas Gun Sense, said her organization has advocated for legislation that would close certain “loopholes,” but says it is up to state lawmakers to pass these laws and “make sure that guns aren’t ending up in dangerous hands.”
Texas attorney and Second Amendment rights expert Richard D. Hayes emphasized Texas was “no more strict than the federal government” when it comes to restrictions and background checks.
“Yesterday’s compromise is today’s loophole,” he said. “Today they’re calling it a loophole, when at the time that was clearly the only thing that made sense.”
State and federal laws outline different age requirements for the possession and purchase of different types of firearms.
Federal law prohibits anyone under the age of 18 from possessing a handgun, but some states, including Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York, have enacted age requirements which are stricter than the federal minimum.
There is no federal minimum age to possess long gun, or rifle. Nearly two dozen states enacted laws to increase the age requirements, while some states have stipulations allowing minors to possess a long gun in certain circumstances, sometimes with a parent’s permission.
“Where do I think the problem is? It probably lies in enforcement.”
Richard D. Hayes, former felony prosecutor and Second Amendment attorney
Under the federal Gun Control Act, people must be at least 18 years old to buy shotguns, rifles and ammunition for those firearms from a federally-licensed vendor. They must be 21 years old to purchase all other types of firearms.
However, there is no federal age restriction on gun sales between private citizens or using unlicensed vendors, so state law in some states allows for the purchase of either kind of weapon at younger ages, including Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana and Missouri.
Meanwhile, New York recently raised the minimum age to purchase a rifle to 21. According to an NBC News report, only six other states have raised the age to 21: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Vermont, Washington State and Florida.
Florida made the move in 2018, after the deadly school shooting in Parkland.
Florida’s law included several other measures, including implementing a waiting period for purchasing a gun and what is commonly known as a “red flag law.” In Florida, extreme risk protection orders give judges the power to bar potentially dangerous people from owning or buying a gun.
Golden said the law has been successful in catching and averting “potential threats.”
“Texans really deserve something like that as a tool for families in crisis,” she said.
She said her organization was hopeful in 2018, when it held a seat at the table as Gov. Greg Abbott hosted roundtable discussions about school safety. Part of the governor’s list of potential solutions to explore included some gun safety measures, such as red flag laws.
“We know we can’t prevent everything, but we know that we can do more, and that — and that having weak gun laws that are further weakened? It certainly is — certainly not the answer.”
Nicole Golden, Texas Gun Sense
However, when lawmakers passed several sweeping school safety bills, none of the measures regarding firearms were included. Golden recalls it as a “disappointing” moment.
Meanwhile, Hayes pointed out that the state already has a provision that he says functions like a red flag law. He believes it should be utilized more frequently.
Chapter 573 of the Health and Safety Code outlines the procedure for law enforcement to conduct emergency detentions of people they believe to be posing a danger to themselves or others because of “mental illness,” “severe emotional distress” or “deterioration” of their mental condition. The law provides law enforcement a policy on seizing a firearm in these situations.
“We’re going to figure out, ‘Is this person a substantial danger to themselves? Others? We’re going to diagnose them, we’re going to commit them, or we’re going to start monitoring them,” he said. “I think that’s so much better to focus on the dangerous person as opposed to just a firearm by itself.”
Hayes told KXAN he believes enforcing current laws, such as Chapter 573, may be key to preventing gun violence. With a background as a felony prosecutor, he noted he counted 49 laws broken by the Uvalde shooter in all, during the shooting rampage that claimed the lives of 19 students and two teachers.
“We have a ton of laws on the books, and I think some of these could have prevented it,” he said.
He also emphasized what he called the “staggering” numbers of shootings taking place in gun-free zones, where he worries unarmed victims may be defenseless. He used churches as an example, crediting a 2019 Texas law that authorized anyone with a concealed-carry license to bring their weapon into houses of worship. It passed in response to the Sutherland Springs church shooting, where 26 people died.
Historically, the Texas legislative response after mass shootings has led to a flurry of laws aiming to improve safety generally, alongside laws to reduce restrictions on guns. For instance, in response to a shooting at a high school in Santa Fe Texas, lawmakers also expanded the number of trained school teachers and support staff who can carry guns on public school campuses in 2019.
Golden says, this time, “All eyes are on Texas.”
She said her organization has heard a stronger outcry than ever for what she calls common sense gun reforms, such as closing certain “loopholes” on background checks and red flag laws.
“I don’t think that the public is going to accept just the status quo anymore, especially after what happened in Uvalde,” she said.
The mom-turned-advocate began calling for gun safety measures and reforms after the Sandy Hook elementary school shooting in 2012.
She said its research shows states with more gun restrictions see fewer gun deaths overall.
KXAN evaluated a database of public mass shootings, compiled by the National Institute of Justice, which is an arm of the U.S. Department of Justice. The researchers compiled a database of these incidents from 1966 to 2019, using the Congressional Research Service definition of a public mass shooting: “a multiple homicide incident in which four or more victims are murdered with firearms”, not including the shooter(s), “within one event, and [where] at least some of the murders occurred in a public location or locations in close geographical proximity (e.g., a workplace, school, restaurant, or other public settings), and the murders are not attributable to any other underlying criminal activity or commonplace circumstance (armed robbery, criminal competition, insurance fraud, argument, or romantic triangle).”
The NIJ research found a “troubling upward trend” of these kinds of attacks in recent years.
It also found shooters in more than 77% of these incidents used handguns, while 25% used assault rifles.
According to the study, 77% of the shooters in the incidents evaluated purchased at least some of their guns legally. In cases involving school shootings, the study noted more than 80% of shooters stole guns from family members.
Hayes said these facts points to why handguns are often regulated differently from long guns — and the need for better enforcement.
“Homicide is the problem; violence is the problem. It’s not necessarily the long gun,” he said.
According to the researchers, their findings also support gun storage laws and certain red flag laws.
KXAN investigators found it’s unclear what other legislation, if any, had an impact on the number of shootings in each state, as defined by this research.
Golden said she sees direct connections between the initiatives championed by Texas Gun Sense and past mass shootings.
“If we were to enact comprehensive background checks, that’s the kind of measure that could have prevented Midland-Odessa,” she said. “If we talked about extreme risk protection order, that might have prevented what happens in an El Paso. Then if we if we want to talk about a stronger vetting process, and perhaps raising the age of purchase for semi automatic weapons, that could have prevented Uvalde … Again, I’m not saying we know for sure, but we’re saying — something might have.”
She also agrees with Hayes on looking closer at laws that are already in place, but she says many of those laws “are working” already.
“They’re creating some safety nets,” she said. “How can we strengthen those laws?”
Training program makes students key to school safety. Will it work in Texas?
Sitting on their colorful rug, a group of kindergartners listened carefully. Laminated lessons lined the walls of the classroom with numbers, shapes and the ABCs.
Their teacher joined them, sitting in the back, but it wasn’t story time on the rug on this day.
The students were learning key skills, including how to find good hiding spots, be quiet and move through their classroom and school like ninjas.
This type of lesson has played out in classrooms across the country including in rural Wyoming.
“My kids came home from school and talked about how they learned to play hide-and-seek,” said Sarah Walker, whose kindergartner and second grader participated in an active shooter training. “We’re very open with our kids about the possibility of things like this happening, and we view it as just part of their education. And when they’re learning it in school, it carries over into everyday life — when we travel to a bigger city, and we go to an event where there’s a lot of people, and something could happen.”
Walker isn’t only a parent but a coach at Johnson County School District #1, which has about 1,200 students.
Kindergartners to high schoolers and staff participated in the training in April.
“Gives me as a mom a little bit of peace of mind that my child has been given some tools to understand how to make decisions in moments when we would typically rely on the adult to protect us,” Walker explained. “Now we’re allowing the kids to understand how to not just listen to the adults, and do what the adults are telling them in those crisis moments, but also to feel empowered that they’ve — they’ve been given the information, and they have the knowledge to make a choice, so that they can also kind of protect themselves if there was to be an incident.”
Across the country, students are learning how to react in an active shooter scenario.
“It’s the missing link — it’s the only piece that for years and years, because we’re afraid to empower kids, you know, that that is lacking,” said Joe Deedon, founder and president of TAC*ONE Consulting out of Denver.
Deedon’s program provides the curriculum. He started the program designed for students and tailored to each grade level several years after the mass shooting in Columbine.
“Everyone’s still about this traumatizing tag out there — the stigma, but yet, you’re just, you’re holding your kids back from not giving them some actual valuable life skills, right?” Deedon explained. “It’s just like stranger danger, sex assault prevention. We talk about those things with our kids all the time, how to keep themselves safe, and we’re not around them as adults, you know, as protectors.”
While younger students play hide-and-seek and learn to be ninjas, older students work on learning how to be more involved in the response.
“We do the barricading, the evacuation in groups, and then we also do the fighting back portion to where if a staff member were to subdue an adult and ask for help, you know, we teach those kids how to go basically trap a limb,” explained Deedon.
Deedon and his team don’t use high-stress drills with real weapons. He said with the high schoolers, they use an orange plastic gun and are suited up in safety gear for an exercise where students learn to take down a shooter.
“The high school age kids are like, ‘Wow, you know, I’ve always felt like a sitting duck, where I felt so powerless, you know, when we run these drills, but yet now I feel like I have a plan,'” Deedon said.
High schoolers also get a breakdown of recent mass shootings like what happened in 2018 in Parkland, Florida and weigh the decisions made by students that day.
“We show them the Parkland animation, where, you know, some of the skills that were taught would have saved, you know, half or two-thirds of those kids’ lives,” Deedon explained.
For Johnson County School District #1, it’s about giving students skills to respond in a stressful situation.
“It’s really about empowering students and staff to make decisions that … could save their lives,” explained Charles Auzqui, superintendent of Johnson County School District #1. “When I say the word ’empowering,’ I want to make it clear to say we don’t want people to be victims. So we’re empowering them to be successful, and not that victim mentality, that they can’t do anything about it. But it is definitely age-appropriate with what we do.”
After the Uvalde elementary school mass shooting, Gov. Greg Abbott requested active shooter training in schools.
He’s tasked the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center or ALERRT to provide the training to not just school-based law enforcement but also school administrators.
ALERRT is based at Texas State University and provides scenario-focused training to law enforcement, first responders and civilians.
John Curnutt, assistant director at the ALERRT Center, said they’ve been contacted by more than 30 independent school district police departments since the Uvalde shooting.
The current mandatory school-based law enforcement training is based off ALERRT curriculum. However, the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement or TCOLE allows any law enforcement instructor to teach the class, not just ALERRT-certified instructors who have been through extensive training and have had to pass graded portions.
“So, we do know what material should be covered, but we don’t know who taught it or how well they taught it. It isn’t just how much time one spends in training, it is also how they spend their time in training,” Curnutt explained. “The same class can be a completely different experience depending on the knowledge, skills and experience of the instructor. The ALERRT-certified instructors have been through our 40-hour train-the-trainer course and have had to pass graded portions to demonstrate their ability to teach to our standards.”
ALERRT has also partnered with the Texas School Safety Center at Texas State to create new curriculum tailored to children and teens.
Curnutt explained there is no definitive timeline right now for when the age-appropriate curriculum could be available for students in Texas.
“It has been slowed down the past two years with COVID, but we had begun to ramp up again, prior to Uvalde,” Curnutt said.
He explained part of that will include curriculum for school personnel to teach to students.
In Texas, the type of training offered by Deedon and his team is not mandatory.
The Texas Education Agency said school districts and charter schools are required to have one secure drill during a school year that focuses on threats outside of the school building, and two lockdown drills every year focused on a threat inside the school.
A recently adopted amendment to the rule, which goes into effect this week, said they are not required to do active threat exercises, which can include an “active shooter simulation.”
However, if the districts or charter schools do, the Texas Administrative Code explained it must be developmentally appropriate, have everyone involved — including parents who must be notified — and provide access to mental health support.
“Whether we want to talk about it or not, it’s something we do have to talk about. So, knowing that there’s opportunities to do it in a developmentally appropriate way and an empowering way that brings all of the community together, from the parents to the younger students to the police force, the staff, it gives a good sense of unity,” said Kristein LeDoux, Johnson County School District #1 board trustee and parent.
Ross Walker, a middle school teacher, coach and parent added he could immediately see the impact of the training.
“It makes them more aware of what they need to do,” Ross said. “It creates kind of this mental scenario where now they’ve already been through it, so they don’t get stuck thinking about what their response and reaction should be.”
Deedon explained one of the biggest hurdles has been helping schools and parents understand the training doesn’t cause anxiety or trauma to students taking part.
“I feel that the kids actually getting to do hands on and seeing what that would really look like … if they were to have to barricade in a room, what that looks like, and what they would need to do if they were stuck in a situation that there was someone right directly outside the classroom,” said Lynette Fox, Johnson County School District board trustee. “And so, by giving them those, those tools, those kids were able to see what that looks like. And I feel like that the kids took a lot away from that.”
Johnson County School District #1 hopes to bring the program back, building on the training just completed.
“In order to do it effectively, this has to be done, in my opinion over three or four years. So, it’s done effectively and then kids are reminded — it becomes a routine,” Superintendent Auzqui explained.
Since 2018, Deedon and his team have provided the training to 10 school districts in three states — about 4,000 kids have gone through the program.
“I have seen firsthand, you know, the failures of law enforcement, you know from my coworkers, peers that should have done something — didn’t,” Deedon explained. “I’ve also seen firsthand where a little bit of knowledge went a long way for these people in the shooting, when you break them down thinking, wow, they were empowered. But they had something up here that clicked that helped them make a good decision.”
Deedon said federal grants for school safety can cover the cost of training. It can cost anywhere from about $10,000 to $80,000 depending on the size of the district. | https://cw33.com/news/texas-politics/state-of-texas-searching-for-solutions-after-uvalde-mass-shooting/ | 2022-07-01T15:09:33Z |
FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Cargolux today announced that Europe's largest all-cargo airline has selected the 777-8 Freighter as the preferred solution to replace its 747-400 fleet. The selection was announced at the Farnborough International Airshow.
"With the 777-8 Freighter being the preferred solution to replace our 747-400s, Cargolux is looking forward to continuing its ongoing relationship with Boeing," said Richard Forson, president and CEO of Cargolux.
The 777-8 Freighter is ideally suited for operators like Cargolux, creating a more sustainable and profitable future. With nearly identical payload and range capabilities as the 747-400 Freighter, the 777-8 Freighter will provide 30% better fuel efficiency and emissions and 25% better operating costs per tonne as the airplane to replace aging large freighters later this decade.
"With the selection of our newest freighter as their preferred solution, Cargolux continues its long and enduring history with Boeing, integrating the 777-8F seamlessly into the airline's all-747 cargo operations," said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "With its investment in the 777-8 Freighter, Cargolux will operate the most advanced, fuel-efficient, twin-engine freighter in the industry. The 777-8 Freighter significantly reduces CO2 emissions compared to previous models with a reduced noise footprint, helping to advance Cargolux's commitment to sustainable operations."
Boeing launched the 777-8 Freighter in January and has booked more than 50 orders for the model. With advanced technology from the new 777X family and proven performance of the market-leading 777 Freighter, the 777-8 Freighter offers the highest payload and the lowest fuel use, emissions and operating cost per tonne of any large freighter.
Cargolux is the largest operator of Boeing widebody freighters in Europe with a combined total fleet of 30 747-400 and 747-8 Freighters. Boeing and Cargolux's partnership has spanned almost 50 years from 1973 when it received its first Douglas DC-8 Freighter before entering the jet age in 1977 with the delivery of its first 747, a 747-200 Freighter called 'City of Luxembourg'.
The 2022 Boeing Commercial Market Outlook projects a 80% increase in the global freighter fleet through 2041, including approximately 940 new widebody freighters such as the new 777-8 Freighter. First delivery of the 777-8 Freighter is anticipated in 2027.
Cargolux, based in Luxembourg, is Europe's leading all-cargo airline operating a fleet of 30 Boeing 747-8 freighters and Boeing 747-400 freighters. The Cargolux worldwide network covers over 75 destinations on scheduled all-cargo flights and offers full and part-charter services. The company has more than 85 offices in over 50 countries and operates an extensive global trucking network to more than 250 destinations. With 50 years of experience in the air cargo industry and an extensive product portfolio, Cargolux provides tailored transport solutions for all types of shipments. As a responsible cargo carrier, Cargolux has developed a solid CSR program encompassing Environmental, Social, and Governance principles. The Cargolux Group employs close to 2,500 staff members worldwide.
As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing's diverse team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality and integrity. Join our team and find your purpose at boeing.com/careers.
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YO 101 (KDAF) — Living with a partner pre-marriage: it’s a difficult decision that many couple have to make.
Some say it’s good and some say it’s best to wait before marriage. Yolonda Williams, host of Fun on the Run, has her own answer to that and more on this edition of Yo 101. | https://cw33.com/news/fun-on-the-run-news/is-it-a-bad-idea-to-live-with-a-partner-before-getting-married-yolonda-williams-answers-that-and-more-on-yo-101/ | 2022-06-21T17:21:45Z |
Morning and afternoon showers and storms Saturday
Published: Jun. 11, 2022 at 5:49 AM EDT|Updated: 35 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Overnight storms brought more than two inches of rain to SRQ early Saturday! We are tracking a weak disturbance in the upper atmosphere for Saturday, so morning and afternoon/evening storms will redevelop. The risk of severe storms is low, but a few strong storms are possible, especially in the heat of the afternoon. By Sunday, we’re back to a lower chance of mainly afternoon storms, then an even lower chance into the coming week. It’s a hot week with low 90s and high humidity.
Tropics remain quiet for the Gulf and Atlantic, no storms developing in the next 5 days. A storm is likely to develop on the Pacific side of Mexico, which will move west, out to sea.
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This Launch Completes Deployment of the 'Omnispace Spark Program,' Bringing the Delivery of World's First Global Hybrid Mobile Network One Step Closer
TYSONS, Va. and TOULOUSE, France, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnispace and Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), today announced the successful launch and delivery of "Omnispace Spark-2™" satellite into orbit. This marks the completion of the deployment phase of the "Omnispace Spark™" program, the initial phase in the company's development and delivery of the world's first 5G capable satellite network.
Omnispace Spark-1, launched in April 2022, and Omnispace Spark-2 will now be used to advance and validate the development and implementation of Omnispace's global non-terrestrial network (NTN). As prime contractor, Thales Alenia Space designed and built the Omnispace Spark satellites with the help of industry partners: NanoAvionics, ANYWAVES, and Syrlinks. Omnispace Spark-2 was delivered into orbit by Exolaunch aboard a SpaceX Transporter mission.
"Thales Alenia Space, along with this incredible team of innovators, was instrumental in making Omnispace Spark possible, and we are thankful for their expertise and execution. With deployment of the Omnispace Spark program now complete, we look forward to testing and advancing delivery of the first global, mobile network with direct-to-device connectivity from our satellites in space," said Ram Viswanathan, president and CEO of Omnispace LLC. "Ubiquitous mobile connectivity will empower consumer, enterprise, and government users worldwide -- creating economic opportunity like never before."
The new-generation NGSO satellite constellation in low-earth orbit (LEO) will operate in 3GPP band n256, which has been standardized for NTN operation, making direct-to enterprise and government IoT, and consumer device connectivity possible worldwide.
"The success of the Omnispace Spark program is due to an impressive team effort between Thales Alenia Space and innovative startups," said Hervé Derrey, president and CEO of Thales Alenia Space. "We're very proud to support Omnispace in the deployment of the first global 5G network via satellite, which will open the door for new opportunities for mobile network operators, industry and end-users."
"Being part of the Omnispace Spark Program and working closely with all companies involved has been a tremendous experience, crowned by the two successful launches," said Vytenis J. Buzas, founder and CEO of NanoAvionics. "NanoAvionics' strong relationship with prime contractor Thales Alenia Space allowed us to bring our modular and cost effective nanosatellite buses to the project as well as launch support and in-orbit operations."
"The launch of Omnispace Spark-2 marks the next step in building the universal 5G network desired by Omnispace. Our payload antennas will be used to enable a direct connection, no matter where in the world the user is, meeting our commitment to enable disruptive technologies for the benefit of all humanity," said Nicolas Capet, ANYWAVES CEO.
"At Syrlinks all the team follows with a great interest the successive launches of the Omnispace Spark satellites, onboarding Syrlinks Radiofrequency payload solution. For such IoT (Internet Of Things) satellite service, any additional satellite placed in orbit is key to enlarge this innovative service coverage and penetration. It's a new step toward the final objective of having a multiple-satellite constellation," said Eric Pinson, director of Space activity at Syrlinks.
5G mobile connectivity from a single global network will help transform industries and serve as the communications infrastructure to support the digital economies of the 21st century. The network will empower mobile network operators, their customers and partners to fuel innovation, power industries, and connect billions of users. Follow the launch journey and learn more at Omnispace.com.
About Omnispace, LLC
Headquartered in the Washington D.C. area, and founded by veteran telecommunications and satellite industry executives, Omnispace is redefining mobile connectivity for the 21st century. By leveraging 5G technologies, the company is combining the global footprint of a non-geostationary satellite constellation with the mobile networks of the world's leading telecom companies to bring an interoperable "one network" connectivity to users and IoT devices anywhere on the globe.
Learn more at: Omnispace.com and follow on LinkedIn or Twitter @omnispace.
About Thales Alenia Space
Drawing on over 40 years of experience and a unique combination of skills, expertise and cultures, Thales Alenia Space delivers cost-effective solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Governments and private industry alike count on Thales Alenia Space to design satellite-based systems that provide anytime, anywhere connections and positioning, monitor our planet, enhance management of its resources, and explore our Solar System and beyond. Thales Alenia Space sees space as a new horizon, helping to build a better, more sustainable life on Earth. A joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space also teams up with Telespazio to form the parent companies' Space Alliance, which offers a complete range of services. Thales Alenia Space posted consolidated revenues of approximately 2.15 billion euros in 2021 and has around 8,900 employees in 10 countries with 17 sites in Europe and a plant in the US.
Omnispace Press Contact:
Marie Knowles: +1-202-422-2589; mknowles@omnispace.com
Thales Alenia Space Press Contacts:
Sandrine Bielecki: +33 (0)4 92 92 70 94; sandrine.bielecki@thalesaleniaspace.com
Catherine des Arcis: +33 (0)4 92 92 72 82; catherine.des-arcis@thalesaleniaspace.com
Marija Kovac: +39 (0)6 415 126 85; marija.kovac-somministrato@thalesaleniaspace.com
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BURLINGTON, Vt., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- There has been a spate of hateful, anti-trans legislation being pushed in states across the nation. Right now, over 20 states have active legislation that seeks to marginalize the LGBTQ+ community in various ways. Two particular states have made actual progress on passing such legislation: Texas and Florida.
In Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton declared that gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth should be classified as child abuse. Governor Abott directed the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to investigate families that are lovingly supporting and seeking care for their trans children—turning a state agency that's supposed to protect children into a body actively promoting their harm. This is criminalizing parents who are creating a safe and loving home for trans children. The other 18 states are pushing similar malicious legislation.
In Florida, Governor DeSantis' passed the so called "Don't Say Gay" legislation which effectively erases any discussion of LGBTQ+ related topics from the classroom, further marginalizing trans-youth. Florida didn't stop there. The state legislature also recently passed the "Stop WOKE Act" (HB 7/SB 148) which would limit protected speech in workplaces with more than 15 employees and in classrooms by essentially making it impossible to have an honest dialogue about gender.
As part of Ben & Jerry's ongoing body of work around advancing justice for those in the LGBTQ+ community, we are collaborating with our long-time partner, the National Center for Transgender Equality, who have asked for businesses to stand up loudly in clearly in support of the trans community.
The week of May 23rd, we will erect billboards in the capital cities of four of the states near the respective state houses that are most aggressively pushing these egregious bills: Texas, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia. These communications will focus on pushing our fans to support the Equality Act, a piece of federal legalization that aims to provide consistent and explicit anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ people across key areas of life, including employment, housing, credit, education, public spaces and services, federally funded programs, and jury service. Learn more about it here: https://www.hrc.org/resources/equality
"We are working to raise awareness around these regressive policies that are meant to disempower the LGBTQ+ community across our country," said Matthew McCarty, Ben & Jerry's CEO. "We will strive to use our corporate voice to share that Trans rights ARE human rights."
To learn more about the campaign, or Ben & Jerry's mission, and values, click here.
About Ben & Jerry's
Ben & Jerry's is an aspiring social justice company that believes in a greater calling than simply making and selling the world's best ice cream. The company produces a wide variety of super-premium ice cream and Non-Dairy/vegan desserts using high-quality ingredients and lots of big chunks and swirls. As a certified B Corp, Ben & Jerry's incorporates its vision of Linked Prosperity into its business practices via values-led sourcing initiatives when purchasing ingredients. Ben & Jerry's is distributed in over 35 countries in supermarkets, grocery stores, convenience stores, franchised Scoop Shops, and via on-demand delivery services. Ben & Jerry's, a Vermont corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of Unilever, operates its business on a three-part Mission Statement emphasizing product quality, a fair financial return, and addressing issues of social, racial, and environmental injustice around the globe. The Ben & Jerry's Foundation, guided by Ben & Jerry's employees, granted $3.7MM in 2021 to support progressive, justice-focused grassroots organizing around the country. For up-to-date information visit benjerry.com.
The Latest Attacks on the Trans Community
Today, on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, we wanted to provide an update regarding the latest attacks on the trans community, and a bit of context on what Ben & Jerry's is doing about it.
As folks are likely aware, there has been a spate of hateful, anti-trans legislation being pushed in states across the nation. Right now, over 20 states have active legislation that seeks to marginalize the LGBTQ+ community in various ways. Two particular states have made actual progress on passing such legislation: Texas and Florida.
In Texas - where their Attorney General Ken Paxton declared that gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth should be classified as child abuse - Governor Abott directed the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to investigate families that are lovingly supporting and seeking care for their trans children—turning a state agency that's supposed to protect children into a body actively promoting their harm. This is criminalizing parents who are creating a safe and loving home for trans children.
In Florida, Governor DeSantis' passed the so called "Don't Say Gay" legislation which effectively erases any discussion of LGBTQ+ related topics from the classroom, further marginalizing trans-youth. Florida didn't stop there. The state legislature also recently passed the "Stop WOKE Act" (HB 7/SB 148) which would limit protected speech in workplaces with more than 15 employees and in classrooms by essentially making it impossible to have an honest dialogue about gender (and also includes topics of race and racism).
The other 18 states are pushing similar malicious legislation. It also is worth mentioning that while our home state isn't pushing these types of policies at the legislative level, we've been dealing with our own spell of concerning activity including the murder of a trans woman in Morristown, vandalism of the Pride Center in Burlington, and continued hateful messages and actions of local GOP legislators.
So what are we doing about it? As part of our ongoing body of work around advancing justice for those in the LGBTQ+ community, we are collaborating with our long-time partner, the National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE), who have asked for businesses to stand up loudly in clearly in support of the trans community.
On May 23rd, we will have billboards in the capital cities - near to the state houses - of four of the states most aggressively pushing these egregious bills: Texas, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia. The billboards will all be variations on the above example.
Locally, we will compliment the Pride Group's amazing support of the Pride Center with a full page ad in the Seven Days reminding Vermonters that while our state may not be pushing regressive legislation, we must not ignore the fact that the similar vile rhetoric we're seeing in many southern states is beginning to find a home in Vermont politics. We must continue to stand with our friends and neighbors on this critical issue.
This effort will be accompanied by social media and press outreach that week in an attempt to amplify the story and drive further awareness about this issue. All of these communications will focus on pushing our fans to support the Equality Act, a piece of federal legalization that aims to provide consistent and explicit anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ people across key areas of life, including employment, housing, credit, education, public spaces and services, federally funded programs, and jury service. Learn more about it here: https://www.hrc.org/resources/equality
If you have any questions, please reach out.
Thanks,
Jay Tandan
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Savor the Indulgent Burger and Shake for a Limited Time
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Counter is kicking off summer with a burger and shake made for the spotlight. For the entire month of June, the new Donut Burger takes sweet and savory to the next level with layers of unexpected flavor and texture stacked between two glazed donuts. To round out the buzz-worthy meal is the Donut Shake, complete with a glazed donut drizzled with chocolate on top. Both offerings are available now through June 30th.
Guests can now enjoy these Donut forward offerings:
- Glaze of Glory Donut Burger - All-natural angus beef, cheddar cheese, sweet and spicy bacon, caramelized onions, and a fried egg nestled in between two glazed donuts. Served with a side of sweet Sriracha.
- Donut Kill My Vibe Shake - Vanilla bean donut shake with a colorful sprinkle rim garnished with a glazed donut, two scoops of vanilla bean ice cream, whipped cream with sprinkles and a chocolate syrup drizzle.
"We are excited to feature the new Donut Burger and Shake during the month of June," said Lindsay Seli, Director of Marketing at Kahala Brands™, parent company of The Counter. "Our guests will enjoy a feast for their eyes and their appetites with this playful sweet and savory combination. This will definitely be a memorable meal that will keep our guests talking all summer long!"
About The Counter
Founded in 2003, The Counter®'s mission was to challenge the traditional burger joint. The Counter® provides a fresh, unconventional approach to creating the ultimate burger, offering over a million possible burger combinations with a choice from 9 proteins, 12 distinct cheeses, 31 signature toppings, 20 unique sauces and 11 types of buns or fresh greens. The Counter® offers a full-service, casual dining experience in an inviting space with industrial décor and upbeat music. The Counter was acquired by Scottsdale, Arizona-based Kahala Brands one of the fastest growing franchising companies in the world with a portfolio of nearly 29 fast-casual and quick-service restaurant brands with approximately 3000 locations in 35 countries. For more information about The Counter®, visit www.TheCounter.com.
For more information about Kahala Brands, visit www.KahalaBrands.com
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AACHEN, Germany, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The independent German electric car manufacturer Next.e.GO Mobile SE is presenting its Sport Life at the Goodwood Festival of Speed (June 22-26, UK), one of the greatest celebrations of the world's energizing sports. e.GO is located at the Festival's Electric Avenue, at the confluence of the future of mobility and electrification.
"We are delighted to be here at the Goodwood Electric Avenue together with other established automotive brands, shaping and accelerating the future of electro mobility. This perfectly resonates with our vision at e.GO to offer our customers fun without regret", says Ali Vezvaei, Chairman of the Board of Next.e.GO Mobile SE.
The e.GO Sports Life takes the driving performance to another level. In tight bends it feels like driving a much larger performance vehicle with increasing G-force: fast, sportive and comfortable at the same time. With larger wheels, a wider track and a lower centre of gravity the Life Sport takes great advantage of its rear-wheel drive and high torque powertrain. The design lines have been further intensified to underline its dynamic and powerful appearance by improving the aerodynamics at the same time.
The Electric Avenue of the Goodwood Festival of Speed offers visitors the opportunity to experience the sports version of e.GO and to reserve directly the newly launched e.wave X.
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PALO ALTO, Calif., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ladder, the company offering flexible life insurance in minutes, today released "Crocodile," the second installation of its "So Good" brand campaign — a series of humorous and memorable films built around the unique consumer insight that almost 1 in 2 couples with life insurance joke about taking each other out for the payout.
Created in partnership with creative/culture agency FRED & FARID Los Angeles and award-winning director and costume designer Casey Storm (of Spike Jonze and David Fincher credits), the new film stars the Ladder mom unleashing another inventive plot on her beloved husband: this time with the ruse of a romantic parental rendezvous and a little help from a crocodile. Once again, dad escapes the outlandish trap (mostly) unphased, retorting "I'm ok, guys!" with his signature happy-go-lucky demeanor.
With the continuation of this daring campaign and its innovative digital life insurance product, Ladder is cementing its position as the unavoidable disruptor in life insurance — attracting a new generation of consumers and flipping traditional life insurance rhetoric on its head to create easy and open conversations within families.
To champion these conversations, the "Crocodile" spot leads to a landing page with additional videos featuring the So Good cast: a delightful series of father-daughter interview sessions that cover the basics of life insurance. By centering these discussions, Ladder is further shifting life insurance away from a taboo topic to appreciating it as a crucial part of every family dynamic.
"We feel so lucky to have such an amazing client partner. They understand the power of creativity and are willing to take risks and to be bold and disruptive. We hope to continue to capitalize on the success of the campaign with many more films," says FRED & FARID Los Angeles creative agency.
"I love this campaign," says Casey Storm. "For me as a director, the scripts and the campaign are a home run. I've heard how effective the last campaign was and I'm sure this next devilish round will be equally successful at raising brand awareness and making people smile."
"Crocodile is about more than the next installment in our campaign," says Olivia Borsje, VP of Marketing at Ladder. "It's representative of the way Ladder is revolutionizing life insurance for customers — not only through product and distribution innovation, but also through brand. Giving digital consumers a fresh way to re-engage with the category is fundamental to achieving our mission of making life insurance as affordable, accessible, and beloved as it should be."
Ladder's "Crocodile" spot is now live across the country on digital platforms and TV networks.
About Ladder
Ladder is the next generation life insurance company. Offering flexible term coverage in minutes that can save policyholders up to 40%*, Ladder uses an all-digital architecture and real-time underwriting to make life insurance as accessible, affordable, and beloved as it should be. The company is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA and offers coverage up to $8M in all 50 states. To learn more, visit ladderlife.com.
About FRED & FARID
FRED & FARID is a creative/culture agency producing meaningful ideas, grounding brands into culture. Based in Los Angeles, New York, Paris, Shanghai, FRED & FARID's culture is a peculiar mix of the French sense of craft and taste, the Chinese sense of tactic and digital, and the American sense of vision and strategy. The agency focuses on creative consulting, brand strategy, branding, content & social activation, and has produced 1800+ creative campaigns for 250+ brands in 33+ industries, winning 1200+ awards and 30+ industry titles – including Cannes Grand Prix and D&AD 3rd Independent Network.
Media Contact
Liana Corwin, media@ladderlife.com
Jalila Levesque, jalila.levesque@fredfarid.com
Assets
"CROCODILE" FILM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7sQnmwGsbc
KEY VISUAL: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/9exdup3hhqnb4ew/AADvrGxzUh2ZNzRISIYibz3ta?dl=0
101 FILMS: https://www.ladderlife.com/so-good
KEY VISUALS: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/a6vctsyvgp8wr2a/AACBC9egEJa8u92223b1g-bQa?dl=0
Credits
Title of Ad: "CROCODILE"
Brand: Ladder
VP of Marketing: Olivia Borsje
Brand Marketing Manager: Casey Dubie
Director of Communications: Liana Corwin
Agency: FRED & FARID Los Angeles
Chief Creative Officers: Fred & Farid
Creative Director: Chelsea Steiger
Account Director: Sarah Silberstein
Copywriter: Ciana Alessi
Executive Producer: Amanda Van Caneghem
Strategy Director: Eileen Zhao
Head of Global Communications: Jalila Levesque
Business Affairs Lead: Michelle Fink
Production Company: Production Company Productions
Director: Casey Storm
Executive Producer: Rob Hatch-Miller
Executive Producer: Puloma Basu
Executive Producer: Tom Scharpling
DP: Jake Polonsky
Producer: Rob Hatch-Miller
Producer: Puloma Basu
Editorial: EXILE
Editor: Matt Murphy
Assistant Editor: Ersin Dogruer
Executive Producers: CL Kumpata, Jennifer Locke
Post Producer: Samantha Axelrod
Company 3 Color
Senior Colorist: Sean Coleman
Senior Color Producer: Matt Moran
Executive Producer Color: Connor Callaghan
Company 3 Finish
Lead Flame Artist: Brian Conlon
Flame Artists: Kelly Bumbarger, Sean Wilson, Cecile F. Tescon
Roto Artists: Pam Gonzales, Marianne Magne
Senior Finishing Producer: Paula S. Jiménez
Executive Producer Finish: Connor Callaghan
Music by Human
Head of Sync and A&R Kamela Anderson
Creative Director Craig DeLeon
Composer Jon Hubbell
Sound Design & Mix: Lime Studios
Mixer: Sam Casas
Executive Producer:Susie Boyajan
Disclosure
Ladder Insurance Services, LLC (CA license # OK22568; AR license # 3000140372) distributes term life insurance products issued by multiple insurers – for further details see ladderlife.com. All insurance products are governed by the terms set forth in the applicable insurance policy. Each insurer has financial responsibility for its own products.
*Savings in premium compared with the same customer maintaining their full coverage amount for the policy term. Savings attained by decreasing coverage every three years over the policy's full term on a $1.4M, 20 year policy. Prices valid as of June 15, 2021.
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SOURCE Ladder; FRED & FARID Los Angeles | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/04/11/ladder-releases-crocodile-spot-second-chapter-so-good-campaign/ | 2022-04-11T07:42:55Z |
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