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Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Biles, McCain, Giffords
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will present the nation’s highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to 17 people, including actor Denzel Washington, gymnast Simone Biles and the late John McCain, the Arizona Republican with whom Biden served in the U.S. Senate.
Biden will also recognize Sandra Lindsay, the New York City nurse who rolled up her sleeve on live television in December 2020 to receive the first COVID-19 vaccine dose that was pumped into an arm in the United States, the White House announced Friday.
Biden’s honors list, which the White House shared first with The Associated Press, includes both living and deceased honorees from the worlds of Hollywood, sports, politics, the military, academia, and civil rights and social justice advocacy.
The Democratic president will present the medals at the White House next week.
Biden himself is a medal recipient. President Barack Obama honored Biden’s public service as a longtime U.S. senator and vice president by awarding him a Presidential Medal of Freedom in January 2017, a week before they left office.
The honorees who’ll receive medals from Biden “have overcome significant obstacles to achieve impressive accomplishments in the arts and sciences, dedicated their lives to advocating for the most vulnerable among us, and acted with bravery to drive change in their communities, and across the world, while blazing trails for generations to come,” the White House said.
The honor is reserved for people who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values or security of the United States, world peace or other significant societal public or private endeavors, the White House said.
Biles is the most decorated U.S. gymnast in history, winning 32 Olympic and World Championship medals. She is an outspoken advocate on issues that are very personal to her, including athletes’ mental health, children in foster care and sexual assault victims.
Lindsay became an advocate for COVID-19 vaccinations after receiving the first dose in the U.S.
McCain, who died of brain cancer in 2018, spent more than five years in captivity in Vietnam while serving in the U.S. Navy. He later represented Arizona in both houses of Congress and was the Republican presidential nominee in 2008. Biden said McCain was a “dear friend” and “a hero.”
Washington is a double Oscar-winning actor, director and producer. He also has a Tony award, two Golden Globes and the Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award. He is a longtime spokesperson for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
The other 13 medal recipients are:
- Sister Simone Campbell. Campbell is a member of the Sister of Social Service and a former executive director of NETWRK, a Catholic social justice organization. She is an advocate for economic justice, overhauling the U.S. immigration system and health care policy.
- Julieta Garcia. A former president of the University of Texas at Brownsville, Garcia was the first Latina to become a college president, the White House said. She was named one of the nation’s best college presidents by Time magazine.
- Gabrielle Giffords. A former U.S. House member from Arizona, the Democrat founded Giffords, an organization dedicated to ending gun violence. She was shot in the head in January 2011 during a constituent event in Tucson and was gravely wounded.
- Fred Gray. Gray was one of the first Black members of the Alabama Legislature after Reconstruction. He was a prominent civil rights attorney who represented Rosa Parks, the NAACP and Martin Luther King Jr.
- Steve Jobs. Jobs was the co-founder, chief executive and chair of Apple Inc. He died in 2011.
- Father Alexander Karloutsos. Karloutsos is the assistant to Archbishop Demetrios of America. The White House said Karloutsos has counseled several U.S. presidents.
- Khizr Khan. An immigrant from Pakistan, Khan’s Army officer son was killed in Iraq. Khan gained national prominence, and became a target of Donald Trump’s wrath, after speaking at the 2016 Democratic National Convention.
- Diane Nash. A founding member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, Nash organized some of the most important 20th century civil rights campaigns and worked with King.
- Megan Rapinoe. The Olympic gold medalist and two-time Women’s World Cup soccer champion captains the OL Reign in the National Women’s Soccer League. She is a prominent advocate for gender pay equality, racial justice and LGBTQI+ rights who has appeared at Biden’s White House.
- Alan Simpson. The retired U.S. senator from Wyoming served with Biden and has been a prominent advocate for campaign finance reform, responsible governance and marriage equality.
- Richard Trumka. Trumka had been president of the 12.5 million-member AFL-CIO for more than a decade at the time of his August 2021 death. He was a past president of the United Mine Workers.
- Wilma Vaught. A brigadier general, Vaught is one of the most decorated women in U.S. military history, breaking gender barriers as she has risen through the ranks. When Vaught retired in 1985, she was one of only seven female generals in the Armed Forces.
- Raúl Yzaguirre. A civil rights advocate, Yzaguirre was president and CEO of the National Council of La Raza for 30 years. He served as U.S. ambassador to the Dominican Republic under Obama.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PNM Resources, Inc. (NYSE: PNM) announces the promotion of two executives as part of the company's ongoing development efforts under the continued leadership of Chairman and CEO, Pat Vincent-Collawn.
Don Tarry has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer of PNM Resources. Don joined PNM Resources in 1996 and has most recently served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Prior to the CFO role, Don served as Vice President, Controller and Treasurer and Vice President, Customer Service and Chief Information Officer.
Lisa Eden has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. Lisa joined PNM Resources in 2001 and has previously served as Vice President and Treasurer; Vice President and Chief Information Officer; and Vice President, Human Resources.
"Don and Lisa are well-positioned for these roles as we focus on the continued execution of our business plan alongside our planned merger with Avangrid," said Pat Vincent-Collawn. "These promotions recognize their continued development and value to our leadership team."
Both promotions are effective May 21, 2022.
Background:
PNM Resources (NYSE: PNM) is an energy holding company based in Albuquerque, N.M., with 2021 consolidated operating revenues of $1.8 billion. Through its regulated utilities, PNM and TNMP, PNM Resources provides electricity to approximately 800,000 homes and businesses in New Mexico and Texas. PNM serves its customers with a diverse mix of generation and purchased power resources totaling 3.2 gigawatts of capacity, with a goal to achieve 100% emissions-free energy by 2040. For more information, visit the company's website at www.PNMResources.com.
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- New process developed by UVeye improves customer satisfaction, saves dealership time and increases profits
- 15,000 dealers equipped with dealership management systems from CDK Global now have access to the new technology
DETROIT, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thousands of U.S. car dealers now have access to high-speed vehicle-inspection technology on their dealership management systems (DMS) to help improve customer satisfaction and streamline service-department operations.
UVeye vehicle-inspection data recently added to CDK's Fortellis DMS platform allows dealers to automatically create repair orders. The new process can save up to 45 minutes or more for dealership service advisers and their customers.
Service personnel will have immediate access to UVeye reports that include photos of potential problems. The system allows dealers to share the information with their customers and automatically create repair orders.
CDK serves more than 15,000 dealerships in the United States. Other DMS providers, such as Tekion, are expected to add a UVeye-created interface on their dealership operating systems within the next year.
UVeye provides automakers, dealers and fleet operators with automated high-speed inspection systems driven by artificial intelligence and machine-learning technologies. A drive-through UVeye inspection takes seconds to complete and can spot and record problems ranging from damaged tires to defective underbody parts.
Jonathan Briggs, a Midwest regional sales manager for UVeye, says dealers and their customers have given top marks to UVeye-based systems. Customers, for example, can see problem-area photos and quickly decide if repairs are needed. Service-department productivity also gets a boost. The time for a vehicle to pass through a UVeye inspection line to the completion of a repair order totals 15 minutes or less.
Briggs describes how a repair order is written on the Fortellis DMS system:
- A service writer using the UVeye interface brings up a series of photos and a list of problems detected as a customer's vehicle passes through a UVeye inspection lane.
- Serious problems are red flagged on the service advisor's computer screen. Issues can range from defective exhaust-system components to missing parts and worn tires.
- With customer approval, the service representative automatically translates information from the inspection report into a repair order with pricing to save the dealer and the customer time and effort.
Dealerships already using the new system include McCluskey Chevrolet in Cincinnati and the 16-store Jeff Wyler Auto Group in Ohio.
"I remember when we were showing a McCluskey service adviser how the system worked," Briggs recalls. He turned to me and said, 'You just cut my time in half.'"
A recent CDK survey indicates that most dealers and their employees try to improve operational efficiencies with smoother workflows. CDK's goal is to use technology to eliminate redundancies such as the need to reenter information.
CDK systems speed up processes for the benefit of dealerships, their employees and their customers. Briggs says that the UVeye-CDK API (Application Programming Interface) does just that.
"The CDK-Fortellis dealership management system is a seamless way to create and manage repair orders," notes Yaron Saghiv, UVeye's chief marketing officer. "The integration of our technology with CDK is a great match and makes for better dealer-customer relationships."
UVeye's vehicle-inspection systems include:
- Helios – An underbody scanner that detects a wide range of problems from frame damage to oil leakage and corrosion.
- Artemis – A tire system that quickly identifies tire brand and specifications, air pressure, tread depth, sidewall damage and even whether a vehicle's tires are mismatched.
- Atlas – A system that provides a 360-degree exterior scan of sheet metal and other external body components such as bumpers, mirrors, door locks, grilles and windows.
Volvo was one of the first automakers to recognize the value of UVeye's technology and invest in the company. Volvo now hopes to have a majority of its more than 280 U.S. dealerships equipped with UVeye inspection systems.
A recent survey of UVeye customers showed that automated inspections can identify 96 percent of existing vehicle defects compared to just 24 percent for much more time-consuming manual inspections.
"The DMS plug-and-play pioneered with CDK Global makes sense to UVeye because of the benefits it provides to dealerships and their customers," adds Amir Hever, UVeye's founder and CEO. "We can add value to a variety of systems, whether they are dealership or customer focused."
Hever opens every UVeye staff meeting by saying "Customer first." Regarding UVeye's work with CDK Global (NASDAQ: CDK), he concluded, "We want to help our dealers succeed and we feel that our collaboration with CDK Global will add value to both of our brands."
More information about UVeye is available at www.uveye.com
For background on CDK Global or Fortellis visit www.cdkglobal.com or www.fortellis.io.
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Proud dads, moms, family members and friends watched as their students moved into the dorms at Albany State University in advance of the start of fall semester.
Proud dads, moms, family members and friends watched as their students moved into the dorms at Albany State University in advance of the start of fall semester.
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One of the first stops for new students at Albany State University is the college book store, where school paraphernalia is a hot seller.
Special Photo: Reginald Christian
One of the priorities for new students checking out Albany State University is finding out where everything is located.
ALBANY — Albany State University is welcoming more than 6,000 students back to campus this week.
The university’s 11 residence halls for campus housing are expected to be at capacity with approximately 2,400 students living on both the East and West Campuses.
“The strategic focus we are placing on increasing student enrollment and retention is evident in the record number of students we are welcoming to campus this year,” Vice President of Student Affairs Terry Lindsay said in a news release. “As students return to ASU, we are committed to providing a positive campus life experience, including providing myriad resources that will help them achieve academic excellence, while balancing their health and well-being.”
More than 1,000 incoming freshmen will reside in the residence halls for the upcoming fall semester. Many of these students will be participating in University College, ASU’s new living/learning communities program. The incoming freshmen arrive one week before classes begin to participate in RAM Success Week, a week dedicated to preparing the students for their transition to higher education.
This year, students can expect a range of activities designed to increase campus life involvement, focusing largely on mental and physical health. Students are encouraged to be involved in campus life programs, build life-long friendships, and engage in academic activities.
The university invites the community to participate in the Ram Success Week by wearing ASU or blue and gold apparel throughout the week.
ASU is one of only three of the 26 USG institutions to have seen an increase in enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year and has seen a record number of applications for the fall. Classes begin on Aug. 15.
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Boeing loses more than 90 jet orders due to war in Ukraine
By Chris Isidore, CNN Business
Boeing is likely to lose about 90 jet orders due to “geopolitical issues” related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the company said Tuesday.
The aircraft maker said it is not canceling the orders — yet. But it has placed them in an accounting limbo which it uses when there are questions about whether jet orders on its books are likely to be completed.
The company disclosed Tuesday that it added 141 jets to that accounting classification in March. About two-thirds of those orders — or just more than 90 — are for 737 Max jets that have been affected by the war in Ukraine and related economic sanctions.
The company has seen an increase of orders added to this accounting limbo in the last two years, as the pandemic caused a sharp drop in demand for new planes. Including the additions in March, there are now nearly 950 commercial jet orders deemed to have that uncertain status, leaving Boeing with a backlog of about 4,300 jets yet to build.
Sanctions are preventing any current aircraft sales to Russia. Boeing and other western aircraft makers such as Airbus have also cut off the supply of needed spare parts and maintenance support for planes in Russia in order to comply with sanctions. So doubts about future orders to Russia are no surprise.
Boeing’s data show only 30 737 Max jets orders from a Russian carrier, Utair Airlines. But most Russian airlines order jets from Boeing and rival Airbus through leasing companies. So there were likely more Boeing jets destined for Russia before the war.
Even if sanctions are lifted, the relationship between Russia and the leasing companies has probably been permanently damaged by Russia’s move to nationalize and take title of hundreds of planes owned by those companies.
Boeing also reported another seven 737 Max jets on order by Ukraine airline, SkyUp.
The good news for Boeing is that it had a net increase of 38 new orders during the month of March.
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VANCOUVER, BC, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Delic Holdings Corp ("DELIC" or the "Company") (CSE: DELC) (OTCQB: DELCF) (FRA: 6X0), a leader in new medicines and treatments for a modern world, reports that, further to its news release dated May 16, 2022, the Company has filed its annual financial statements, management's discussion and analysis, and related certifications for the year ended December 31, 2021 (collectively, the "Annual Filings"). The Company expects that the management cease trade order (the "MCTO") that was issued on May 3, 2022 will be revoked in the coming days. While the MCTO remains in effect, the general investing public will continue to be able to trade the Company's securities. However, for the duration of the MCTO, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of the Company are precluded from trading in the securities of the Company.
About Delic Corp
Delic is a leader in new medicines and treatments for a modern world, improving access to health benefits across the country and reframing the conversation on psychedelics. The Company owns and operates an umbrella of related businesses, including the largest chain of psychedelic wellness clinics in the country, Ketamine Wellness Centers; the only licensed entity by Health Canada to exclusively focus on research and development of psilocybin vaporization technology, Delic Labs; the premier psychedelic wellness event, Meet Delic; and trusted media and e-commerce platforms Reality Sandwich and Delic Radio. Delic is backed by a team of industry and cannabis veterans and a diverse network, whose mission is to provide education, research, high-quality products, and effective treatment options to the masses.
The Canadian Securities Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this news release and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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Parties Agreed to Establish a Center for Maritime V2G at Maine Maritime Academy To Advance Programs and Capabilities such as Interoperability Qualification, Data Science, Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence, focused on Energy and Maritime Applications Research for V2G
SAN DIEGO and CASTINE, Maine, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nuvve Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: NVVE), a global cleantech company electrifying the planet through its intelligent energy platform, and Maine Maritime Academy (MMA), a public maritime college focused on engineering, management, science, and transportation, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to create a framework of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) clean-energy solutions across a myriad of maritime applications. With MMA's concerted efforts in engineering and technology for maritime applications, the collaboration is a perfect fit for Nuvve's efforts to expand their technology into nautical applications.
Nuvve is known for commercially deploying its patented vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, which aggregates stored energy from electric vehicle (EV) batteries and forms a virtual power plants that can add capacity to the grid and perform services that help stabilize the grid and prevent blackouts.
"The Center for Maritime V2G established by Nuvve and MMA will serve as an operational maritime V2G hub to demonstrate the application of Nuvve's V2G technology in maritime use cases at ports, islands and waterways," said Ted Smith, president and Chief Operating Officer of Nuvve. "Integrating Nuvve's patented V2G technology into maritime infrastructure enables electrified transportation – including marine vessels – to become valuable grid resources."
MMA will expand its current academic and certification programs to include delivery of workforce training in V2G-related data science, operations, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. This will also include interoperability qualification, which is critical to test and qualify combinations of vehicles/vessels/stationary storage and charging stations with Nuvve's V2G platform.
"The programs developed through this strategic collaboration will allow Nuvve to dive deeper into the use of maritime V2G, while also developing cybersecurity risk management and AI tools specifically for maritime industry projects and applications," said Gregory Poilasne, co-founder and CEO of Nuvve. "This 'vessel-to-grid' solution can impact a variety of maritime use cases, where ships and other vessels can store and give energy back to grids via ports, islands and waterways."
"We are always looking for new ways to involve students in cutting-edge technologies and projects that have real-world applications," said Jerry Paul, President of Maine Maritime Academy. "This exciting collaboration which involves real-world applications will help better prepare students by unlocking new, innovative technologies and services to help communities and the planet move forward into a world less reliant on fossil fuels."
For more information about Maine Maritime Academy, please visit www.mma.edu. For information about V2G and the projects Nuvve has deployed around the world, visit www.nuvve.com.
Nuvve Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: NVVE) is leading the electrification of the planet, beginning with transportation, through its intelligent energy platform. Combining the world's most advanced vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology and an ecosystem of electrification partners, Nuvve dynamically manages power among electric vehicle (EV) batteries and the grid to deliver new value to EV owners, accelerate the adoption of EVs, and support the world's transition to clean energy. By transforming EVs into mobile energy storage assets and networking battery capacity to support shifting energy needs, Nuvve is making the grid more resilient, enhancing sustainable transportation, and supporting energy equity in an electrified world. Since its founding in 2010, Nuvve has successfully deployed V2G on five continents and offers turnkey electrification solutions for fleets of all types. Nuvve is headquartered in San Diego, Calif. and can be found online at nuvve.com.
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Maine Maritime Academy is a co-educational, public college on the coast of Maine offering 22 programs of study in engineering, management, science, and transportation to promote the maritime interests of the United States. The college serves approximately 950 undergraduate and graduate students in career-oriented degree programs. The job placement rate for MMA graduates is approximately 90 percent within 90 days of graduation with very high paying jobs. The college is consistently recognized for providing a high-value education by organizations such as the Brookings Institution, U.S. News and World Report, and Money Magazine. The 2022 Report by Georgetown University ranked MMA #1 among all public colleges for return on investment for low-income students at public bachelor's degree institutions.
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TORONTO, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) (TSX: EQB.PR.C) (TSX: EQB.R) will report its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 after the market closes on August 9, 2022.
EQB's Andrew Moor, President and Chief Executive Officer, Chadwick Westlake, Chief Financial Officer, and Ron Tratch, Chief Risk Officer will host the second quarter conference call and webcast. To access the call live, please dial (416) 764-8609 five minutes prior to the start time.
The listen-only webcast with accompanying slides will be available at eqbank.investorroom.com/events-webcasts.
A replay of the call will be available until August 24, 2022 at midnight at (416) 764-8677 (passcode 542700 followed by the number sign). Alternatively, the webcast will be archived on the Bank's Investor Relations website.
EQB Inc. trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: EQB, EQB.PR.C and EQB.R) and serves more than 340,000 Canadians through its wholly owned subsidiary Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™. Equitable Bank has a clear mandate to drive change in Canadian banking to enrich people's lives. Founded over 50 years ago, Equitable Bank provides diversified personal and commercial banking and through its EQ Bank platform (eqbank.ca) has been named the top Schedule I Bank in Canada on the Forbes World's Best Banks 2022 and 2021 lists. Please visit equitablebank.ca for details.
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Harris positive for COVID-19, Biden not ‘close contact’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, the White House announced, underscoring the persistence of the highly contagious virus even as the U.S. eases restrictions in a bid to return to pre-pandemic normalcy.
Harris press secretary Kirsten Allen said neither President Joe Biden nor first lady Jill Biden was considered a “close contact” of Harris in recent days. Harris had been scheduled to attend Biden’s Tuesday morning Presidential Daily Brief but was not present, the White House said. Because of their travel schedules, the last time Harris saw Biden was Monday, April 18.
The vice president returned on Monday from a weeklong trip to the West Coast.
Harris tested positive on both rapid and PCR tests but “has exhibited no symptoms,” the White House said. She will isolate at her residence but continue to work remotely, and will return to the White House only when she tests negative for the virus.
Harris, 57, received her first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine weeks before taking office and a second dose just days after Inauguration Day in 2021. She received a booster shot in late October and an additional booster on April 1. Fully vaccinated and boosted people have a high degree of protection against serious illness and death from COVID-19, particularly from the most common and highly transmissible omicron variant.
Harris’ diagnosis comes a month after her husband, Doug Emhoff, recovered from the virus, as a wave of cases of the highly transmissible omicron subvariant has spread through Washington’s political class, infecting Cabinet members, White House staffers and lawmakers including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Allen said Harris would follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines “and the advice of her physicians.” It was not immediately clear whether she is being prescribed any antiviral treatments.
After more than two years and nearly a million deaths in the U.S., the virus is still killing more than 300 people a day in the U.S., according to the CDC. The unvaccinated are at a far greater risk, more than three times as likely to test positive and 20 times as likely to die from the virus than those who have received at least a primary dose of the vaccines, according to the public health agency.
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Tropical Storm Fiona bringing heavy rains to Puerto Rico
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Fiona was forecast to move across the Caribbean’s easternmost islands Friday night before slowing to a spot just south of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico late Saturday and Sunday, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
Friday’s forecast increased the estimated rainfall totals for the affected islands, to as much as a foot (30 centimeters)in places across eastern and southern Puerto Rico and 16 inches (41 centimeters) in the eastern Dominican Republic. That much rain may cause flash floods and mudslides in higher terrain, and life-threatening surf possible as Fiona’s winds blow ashore, the Miami-based center said.
The Atlantic Hurricane Season’s sixth named storm was sustaining top winds of about 50 mph (85 kph) when an Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircraft measured its progress Friday morning, the center said. Little change in strength is forecast during the next few days.
At 11 a.m. EDT on Friday, Fiona was moving at 14 mph (22 kph), about 135 miles (215 kilometers) east of Guadeloupe. Tropical storm warnings were in effect for the Leeward Islands, St. Maarten, Guadaloupe, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and a tropical storm watch was issued for Dominica and British Virgin Islands.
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- Mean body weight loss of 9.6% and 9.0% in participants receiving 1.8 mg and 2.4 mg XW003 for 14 weeks, respectively
- Up to 72.4% of participants achieved weight loss of at least 5% at week 14
- XW003 was safe and well tolerated with gastrointestinal side effects as the most commonly reported adverse events
HANGZHOU, China and SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sciwind Biosciences Co., Ltd., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing innovative therapies to treat metabolic disease, today announced positive interim topline results from a 26-week Phase 1c/2a clinical trial of XW003 (Ecnoglutide) in overweight or obese Chinese adult volunteers. XW003 is a novel, long-lasting glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analogue that is being developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity.
The Phase 1c/2a trial, which is being conducted in China, includes non-diabetic overweight or obese adult subjects. The trial consists of two parts: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled 14-week core treatment phase (week 1-14; Part A), followed by an open-label extension phase in which participants will receive the study drug for an additional 12 weeks (week 15-26; Part B). The interim analysis was conducted after all participants completed the core treatment phase (Part A).
Eligible participants included healthy, non-diabetic subjects with a body mass index (BMI) between 24.0 and 35.0 kg/m2. Sixty subjects participated in the trial and were randomized to receive either 1.8 mg or 2.4 mg of XW003 or placebo once weekly as subcutaneous injections. For the XW003 cohorts, participants started the study at 0.3 mg and then dose titrated to their final randomized dose of 1.8 mg or 2.4 mg. At baseline, participants had a mean body weight of 84.6 kg and BMI of 29.5 kg/m2.
After 14 weeks of treatment, participants receiving 1.8 mg and 2.4 mg XW003 achieved statistically significant mean body weight loss of 8.32 kg (9.6%) and 7.27 kg (9.0%), respectively, compared to 0.62 kg (0.9%) for those receiving placebo (P<0.0001). At the end of the 14-week treatment, 72.4% of participants in the 1.8 mg XW003 cohort and 66.7% in the 2.4 mg XW003 cohort had lost at least 5% of their body weight, compared to 20% in the placebo group. Weight loss over 10% was achieved in 34.5% and 28.6% of participants receiving 1.8 mg and 2.4 mg XW003, respectively, compared to 10% in the placebo group. XW003 showed statistically significant reductions in participants' waist circumference, hip circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio. Favorable trends were also observed in metabolic parameters, including fasting serum glucose, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein, and HbA1c.
Summary of Week 14 Interim Results
*P<0.0001, versus placebo
Consistent with previous studies, XW003 was generally safe and well tolerated. There were no treatment-related serious adverse events (SAEs) or AEs that were grade 3 or higher. Treatment-related AEs were mild to moderate, with gastrointestinal side effects being the most commonly reported AEs. There were no discontinuations due to AEs related to the study drug.
"Adding to the positive results we released recently from the 20-week Phase 2 clinical trial of XW003 in type 2 diabetes patients in China, we are very pleased to see the strong effects of XW003 in reducing body weight in overweight and obese Chinese volunteers, as well as the confirmation of good safety and tolerability profiles in this Phase 1c/2a study. These results demonstrate significant weight loss and suggest XW003 has a strong potential in the treatment of obesity," said Hai Pan, PhD, founder and CEO of Sciwind. "Besides this Phase 1c/2a trial, XW003 is also being evaluated in a Phase 2 clinical trial in obese patients in Australia and New Zealand with data readouts expected in the coming months. We plan to discuss these results with the Chinese regulatory authorities and, pending the outcome of such discussions, initiate the pivotal clinical trial for obesity in the near future."
About XW003
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analogs are effective tools in managing type 2 diabetes, obesity, and have demonstrated clinical potential as a treatment for NASH. XW003 is a novel, biased long-lasting GLP-1 peptide analogue optimized for improved biological activity, cost-effective manufacturing, and once weekly dosing. XW003 has been shown to be safe and well tolerated in a Phase 1 clinical study. Phase 2 studies are evaluating XW003 as a potential treatment for type 2 diabetes and obesity.
About Sciwind
Sciwind Biosciences is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on discovering and developing innovative therapies to treat metabolic disease. Its product pipeline consists of potentially first-in-class and best-in-class drug candidates. Sciwind has developed multiple proprietary technologies, including oral peptide and inhaled protein therapeutics delivery platforms and identified several drug candidates based on these core platform technologies. For more information, visit www.sciwindbio.com.
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Second phase of expansion brings the complete 360° digital experience to more brokers and their clients.
DALLAS, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its commitment to providing the fastest, easiest, and most trusted benefits selling experience for brokers, BenefitMall, the leading provider of next-generation broker services, is expanding its Marketplace offering to all brokers in its Northeast region and its Power of YOU loyalty program to brokers in all markets.
The expansion builds upon a service rollout that began in mid-2021 with pilot programs and added a wave of new markets in April 2022. Just 18 months out from the initial pilot programs, BenefitMall is on pace with expansion goals for 2022-2023. By rolling out to new markets ahead of the fourth quarter, BenefitMall is making it possible for brokers and their employer group clients to prepare for the busy annual enrollment season with a completely digital experience from benefit quotes to enrollment to year-round benefit administration.
"Our broker partners know it takes time to build strong relationships and that growing a business means staying connected to customers, while also reaching out to new prospects," said Bob Love, president, Benefits Division for BenefitMall. "That's why we've created the industry's premier suite of broker services with a digital experience that helps brokers support customers while still making time to close new prospects. It's less of everything that holds brokers back, with more of everything that makes them great."
Marketplace, powered by Ease, levels the playing field for brokers by giving them access to secure technology that would otherwise be too expensive and time-consuming for them to deploy on their own. A completely digital solution, Marketplace provides a paperless, secure, and seamless experience across every point of client engagement, from new quotes to annual renewals. By providing full-service support that includes pre-sale quoting, point-of-sale enrollment, and post-sale census management support, Marketplace can deliver faster, best-in-class processing and turnaround times due to digital automation and complete enrollment data. With this rollout, Marketplace is now serving brokers across the Northeast, including Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. BenefitMall's broker network already accesses Marketplace in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, and Texas.
BenefitMall's Power of YOU loyalty program is designed to support brokers as they grow their business, with service experience that evolves over time to a concierge approach, with a dedicated team providing white-glove support with faster turnaround times for brokers and access to various product discounts. With three levels of recognition, the loyalty program adds value without taking away traditional, existing service. With this expansion, Power of YOU is now available to brokers in all markets served by BenefitMall.
"At BenefitMall, our goal is to empower brokers with a true General Agency experience that ensures their success," said Love. "Through Marketplace and Power of YOU, BenefitMall is delivering on our promise to provide brokers with innovative technology backed by human expertise, for the fastest, easiest, most secure benefits selling experience."
For more information, please visit www.benefitmall.com.
Headquartered in Dallas, BenefitMall is the largest general agency partnering with a network of 20,000 Brokers to deliver employee benefits to more than 140,000 small and medium-sized businesses. BenefitMall uniquely leverages innovative technology backed by human expertise to provide the fastest, easiest, and most secure benefits selling experience for carriers, brokers, and their clients.
BenefitMall is owned by Management and The Carlyle Group. More information is available at www.benefitmall.com.
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BELDEN, Miss (AP) — A Mississippi man said his pet cat helped prevent a robbery at his home, and he credits the calico with possibly saving his life.
Bandit, a 20-pound cat, lives with her retired owner Fred Everitt in the Tupelo suburb of Belden. When at least two people tried to break into their shared home last week, the cat did everything she could to alert Everitt of the danger, he told the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal.
“You hear of guard dogs,” said Everitt, 68. “This is a guard cat.”
The attempted robbery occurred sometime between 2:30 and 3 a.m. on July 25, Everitt said. He was first awoken by Bandit’s meows in the kitchen. Then, she raced into the bedroom, jumped onto the bed and began pulling the comforter off of him and clawing at his arms. Everitt knew something was wrong.
“She had never done that before,” Everitt said. “I went, ‘What in the world is wrong with you?’”
Everitt got up to investigate and saw two young men outside his back door. One had a handgun, and the other was using a crowbar to try and pry the door open, he said.
Everitt said by the time he retrieved a handgun and returned to the kitchen, the would-be intruders had already fled. Everitt told the newspaper that he did not call the police.
He said the situation could have been different without Bandit.
“It did not turn into a confrontational situation, thank goodness,” Everitt said. “But I think it’s only because of the cat.”
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Jonathan Capehart, of MSNBC, served as the event's emcee, and Southern Company received the Frank C. Carr Award
ATLANTA, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- INROADS – INROADS is a leading developer of leadership and career opportunities for underrepresented and talented youth in America. As a result of this work, there are more than 30,000 alumni who are some of the most notable and impactful leaders across industries.
INROADS' Annual Benefit Gala celebrated leaders and partners across industries who use their platforms to make a difference. The 2022 award recipients include the Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient: Congressman James E. Clyburn, U.S. House of Representatives; Frank C. Carr Award Recipient: Southern Company, accepted by Tom Fanning, Chairman, President & CEO, Southern Company; Excellence in Leadership Award Recipient: Scott Mills, CEO of BET; Alumni of the Year Award Recipient: Martin Cabrera, Founder and CEO, Cabrera Capital Partners, LLC & Cabrera Capital Markets, LLC; and Entrepreneur of the Year Award Recipient: Dia Simms, CEO of Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal, Co-Founder, Pronghorn, and INROADS Alumna.
"It is an honor to see the results of INROADS' efforts manifested in the work of our graduates, sponsors, and community partners. It's what our organization is all about, and we believe that our impact on the corporate world will only grow over the next fifty years and beyond," said Forest Harper, President and Chief Executive Officer of INROADS.
This year's honorees, some of whom are INROADS alumni, are helping to build Latin economies and influence the growth of the Black-owned spirits business. Some of the corporate partners that were recognized included Southern Company and BET. Both of their CEOs have used their platforms to lean in on matters of diversity and inclusion.
"As leaders, we must advocate for change and serve as an example for others. We owe it to future generations to begin the transformation that will open the door to equity, leadership, and opportunity for all," said Tom Fanning, Chief Executive Officer of Southern Company.
INROADS' Benefit Gala has been held annually to give prominence to the organization's impact on the corporate world since its establishment in 1970. By helping companies identify underrepresented talent, the organization has clearly established itself as a pioneer in the field of career advancement for young, diverse professionals.
"This event is an INROADS tradition that carries on the vision of our founder, Father Carr. It allows us to honor his memory while also bringing together members of the community and corporate partners to recognize the work they are doing, as well," said James Tolliver, Chief Development Officer, and Chief of Staff.
The Benefit Gala was held on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and also hosted a live audience. All proceeds from the event directly support INROADS scholars through its internship programs.
You can visit https://inroads.org/benefitgala/ for a recap of the event.
Founded in 1970, INROADS delivers innovative programs and creative solutions that identify, accelerate and elevate the development of underrepresented talent throughout their careers. Through this development, students become equipped for corporate and community leadership that affects community renewal, social change and elevates economic status and quality of life. INROADS has more than 30,000 alumni, over 900 interns and serves 4,000+ students and 200 corporate clients. Learn more at INROADS.org and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn: @INROADSInc.
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TCL Smart Screen Ranks Second in LCD TV Market in Terms of Global Market Share
HONG KONG, Sept. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IFA 2022, which will last for 5 days officially kicked off in Berlin today. TCL Electronics Holdings Limited ("TCL Electronics" or "the Company", 01070.HK) has showcased a collection of home theater and all-category smart home appliances at this exhibition and has held a product launch event themed "Inspire Greatness." The Company continues to implement its all-category strategy.
TCL Electronics has set up a vast interactive booth spanning over 2,000 square meters at the exhibition to showcase the world's largest Mini LED TV, a 98-inch QLED TV, a 136-inch 4K cinema wall, top-notch 144Hz Mini LED gaming monitors, the latest RAY•DANZ Dolby Atmos soundbars and other all-category smart products. Visitors will be able to experience a world built with connected, smart and trendy technologies.
A Number of Large-sized Smart Screens Land in Europe, Bringing More Immersive Audiovisual Experience to Global Consumers
As a leading consumer electronics brand in the global market, TCL Electronics has showcased the 98-inch QLED smart screen 98C735 at IFA 2022. Equipped with Google TV OS, the 98-inch C735 is the largest smart screen in its XL Collection. Featuring QLED 4K resolution, it presents viewers with stunningly brilliant colors and provides them with an immersive sensory experience. In addition, TCL Electronics designed the 98-inch C735 to emulate the best seat in the movie house: when sitting about three meters away from the 98C735 screen at home, users enjoy the same 60-degrees field of view as watching a gigantic 30-meters screen from the middle row, center seats at a movie theater.
The new XL Collection in Europe features TCL smart screens with a screen size of 75 inches and above. The XL Collection's 75C935 and 75C835 smart screens are powered by TCL Electronics' self-developed Mini LED backlight technology. C935's 1920 Local Dimming Zones also ensure brilliant blacks, bright whites, vivid colours, and even more fine definition in images.
In recent years, TCL Electronics has been committed to the development of Mini LED technology. It firmly adheres to its "High-End + Large Screen" Strategy to upgrade product mix. As a result, TCL smart screens are increasingly favored by global consumers. In the first half of 2022, the market share of TCL smart screen in the global LCD TV market increased by 0.4 percentage points to 11.5%, firmly ranking second in the world[1]. Meanwhile, in the first half of 2022, the overall sales volume of TCL smart screen in the PRC market grew by 1.1% year-on-year, ranking firmly among the top two in terms of retail sales in the PRC market[2]. Of which, the market share of TCL Mini LED smart screen shipment and of 98-inched smart screen shipment are 55.7% and 41.0%, respectively, both ranking No.1 in the PRC market[2].
In the future, TCL Electronics will continue to enrich its XL collection in the global market, so that more consumers can enjoy superb pictures and contents through the company's high-quality products.
Adhering to Low-carbon and Green Development to Increase Its Sustainability
As an enterprise that actively undertakes social responsibility globally, TCL Electronics adheres to the strategy of sustainable development and has been included in the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index Series for three consecutive years since 2019. It has received Hang Seng Index's ESG rating of A for four consecutive years since 2018, fully demonstrating the company's outstanding achievements in sustainable development.
TCL Electronics focuses on the environmental protection feature of products, actively researches and develops innovative energy conservation and consumption reduction technologies, uses environmentally friendly raw materials, and pays close attention to the environmental impact of products from the design stage. Meanwhile, the Company actively promote reduction of packaging materials and actively use recyclable packaging materials to reduce the burden of product packaging on the environment.
At IFA 2022 press conference, TCL Electronics announced its sponsorship to the Polar Pod scientific expedition led by the famous French doctor and explorer, Jean-Louis Etienne, to explore the Southern Ocean and transmit new data or long-term observations to researchers, oceanographers, climatologists and biologists, in contribution to sustainable development.
In addition, TCL Electronics seized the global development trend of clean energy and carbon neutrality and leveraged on its industrial synergy with TCL Zhonghuan Renewable Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. to foray into photovoltaic business. The Company used household photovoltaic as its entry point, put green energy technology and innovative financial services at the core, and, via finance leases or operating leases, provided rural residents with one-stop services, including green energy power plant development, investment, construction management, and operation as well as maintenance. Meanwhile, the company also explored commercial photovoltaic businesses for the industry and commerce, and was committed to providing green energy conversion services for industrial parks, logistics parks, specialised parks and commercial complexes. In the first half of 2022, the Company's photovoltaic business achieved a revenue of HK$172 million, its monthly installed orders and revenue achieved exponential growth.
Looking ahead, TCL Electronics will continue to assume its social responsibility by launching more "A energy-class" smart products. It will continue to invest in the development of its photovoltaic business in an effort to provide unparalleled user experience for global consumers with innovative products.
About TCL Electronics
TCL Electronics Holdings Limited (01070.HK, incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability) was listed on the mainboard of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in November 1999. It is engaged in display business, innovative business and internet business. TCL Electronics actively transforms and innovates under the strategy of "Value Led by Brand with Relative Cost Advantage". Focusing on the mid-to-high-end markets around the world, the Company strives to consolidate the "intelligent IoT ecosystem" strategy and is committed to providing users with an all-scenario smart and healthy life while developing into a world-leading smart technology company. TCL Electronics is part of the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect program and is included in the Hang Seng Stock Connect Hong Kong Index, the Hang Seng Composite MidCap & SmallCap Index and the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Benchmark Index. Besides, it has received Hang Seng Index's ESG rating of A for four consecutive years since 2018.
For more information, please visit the investor relations web page of TCL Electronics at http://electronics.tcl.com or follow the WeChat Official Page of TCL Electronics investor relations by scanning the QR code below.
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyzon Motors Inc. (NASDAQ: HYZN), today announced that it has received a notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") stating that because the Company has not yet filed its second quarter report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 (the "Form 10-Q"), the Company is no longer in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c) (1), which requires listed companies to timely file all required periodic reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC").
The notification letter has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of the Company's common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Nasdaq indicated that the Company must submit a plan within 60 calendar days from August 16, 2022, or no later than October 14, 2022, addressing how it intends to regain compliance with Nasdaq's listing rules. If Nasdaq accepts the Company's plan, it may grant the Company an extension of up to 180 calendar days from the Form 10-Q original filing due date, or until February 13, 2023, to regain compliance. The Company previously discussed the circumstances behind the late filing of the Form 10-Q in the Notification of Late Filing on Form 12b-25 (the "Notification"), filed with the SEC on August 16, 2022. The Company's management is working diligently to complete the Form 10-Q and intends to file the Form 10-Q as soon as practicable, but does not expect to do so within the timeframe specified by Rule 12b-25 for the reasons discussed in the Notification.
About Hyzon
Hyzon is a global leader in fuel cell electric mobility, with US operations in the Rochester, Chicago and Detroit areas, and international operations in the Netherlands, China, Australia, and Germany. Hyzon is an energy transition accelerator and technology innovator, providing end-to-end solutions in the transport sector with a focus on commercial vehicles and hydrogen supply infrastructure. Utilizing its proven and proprietary hydrogen fuel cell technology, Hyzon aims to supply zero-emission heavy duty trucks and buses to customers in North America, Europe and around the world to mitigate emissions from diesel transportation, which is one of the single largest sources of carbon emissions globally. The Company is contributing to the escalating adoption of fuel cell electric vehicles through its demonstrated technology advantage, leading fuel cell performance and history of rapid innovation. Visit www.hyzonmotors.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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. All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included in this press release, are forward-looking statements. When used in this press release, the words "could," "should," "will," "may," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "estimate," "expect," "project," the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, Hyzon disclaims any duty to update any forward -looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release. Hyzon cautions you that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of Hyzon, including risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of Hyzon's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 30, 2022, our Amended Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed with the SEC on April 6, 2021, and other documents filed by Hyzon from time to time with the SEC.. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Hyzon gives no assurances that Hyzon will achieve its expectations.
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DALLAS (STACKER) — Research—and plenty of anecdotal evidence—shows that people tend to eat more calories and crave more sweet foods in the winter months. We may never reach the glories of fat bears preparing for hibernation, but the impulse could be the same—a vestigial drive to store up calories in preparation for bitter winter. Or maybe it’s just that we’re stuck inside on cold and snowy days, surrounded by hearty soups and Christmas cookies.
One thing is certain: You don’t need a reason to indulge. Life presents more challenges than ever, and stress eating is a perfectly valid way to cope. So whether it’s part of soothing COVID-19 anxieties or dealing with the usual decrease in sunlight and outdoors time, consider a trip to your local patisserie, doughnut shop, or bakery to enjoy one of life’s greatest pleasures: eating sugary, doughy, beautiful desserts. Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated dessert shops in Dallas on Tripadvisor.
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#30. Milk and Cream
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (20 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: not available
– Address: 5420 Ross Ave Suite 160, Dallas, TX 75206-7421
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#29. Stein’s Bakery
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (32 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 12829 Preston Rd Ste 417, Dallas, TX 75230-1302
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#28. Chills 360
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (14 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: not available
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, Fast Food
– Price: not available
– Address: 2646 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226-1422
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#27. Bisous Bisous Patisserie
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (19 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bakeries, French
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3600 McKinney Ave., Dallas, Tx, Dallas, TX 75204-1437
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#26. Trailercakes
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (29 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 1201 Eldorado Ave Suite B, Dallas, TX 75208-4126
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#25. Sablon
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (36 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, Cafe
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3839 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75204-1413
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#24. Nothing Bundt Cakes
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (20 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: not available
– Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 10720 Preston Rd #1101-b, Dallas, TX 75230
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#23. Braums Ice Cream & Dairy Strs
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (38 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
– Price: $
– Address: 17879 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX 75252-5737
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#22. SusieCakes
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (34 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 6100 Luther Ln, Dallas, TX 75225-6201
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#21. Paciugo Gelato
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (36 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $
– Address: 32 Highland Park Vlg Inside Regent Theater, Dallas, TX 75205-2731
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#20. Paciugo at West Village
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (21 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $
– Address: 3699 McKinney Ave Bldg B, Ste 101, Dallas, TX 75204-4550
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#19. Wild About Harry’s
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (64 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
– Price: $
– Address: 4527 B Travis St, Dallas, TX 75205-4126
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#18. La Duni Latin Kitchen & Baking Studio
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (67 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bakeries
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 4264 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219-2312
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#17. JOY Macarons
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (26 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 839 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208-4954
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#16. Pokey O’s
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (36 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
– Price: $
– Address: 3034 Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75205-2323
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#15. Palmieri Cafe
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (22 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Coffee & Tea, Cafe
– Price: $
– Address: 920 S Harwood St Ste 100 In the Market Building at Dallas Farmer’s Market, Dallas, TX 75201-6101
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#14. Howdy Homemade
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (27 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
– Price: $
– Address: 4333 Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75225-6922
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#13. The Village Baking Company
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (33 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bakeries
– Price: $
– Address: 5531 E University Blvd, Dallas, TX 75206-4113
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#12. Frost A Gelato Shoppe
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (34 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $
– Address: 7859 Walnut Hill Ln Suite 160, Dallas, TX 75230-5605
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#11. Botolino Gelato Artigianale
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (23 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, Italian
– Price: $
– Address: 2116 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#10. Chocolate Secrets and Wine
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (59 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3926 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas, TX 75219
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#9. Kate Weiser Chocolate
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (54 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3011 Gulden Ln, Dallas, TX 75212-4100
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#8. The Cake Bar at Trinity Groves
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (182 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3011 Gulden Ln Ste 117, Dallas, TX 75212-4100
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#7. Sprinkles Dallas Cupcakes
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (152 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 4020 Villanova St, Dallas, TX 75225-5300
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#6. Fluellen Cupcakes
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (94 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 1408 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75201
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#5. Dude, Sweet Chocolate
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (109 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 408 W 8th St Sweet 102, Dallas, TX 75208-4814
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#4. Steel City Pops
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (90 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert
– Price: $
– Address: 2012 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206-7124
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#3. The Cheesecake Factory
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (401 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 7700 W Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75225
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#2. Emporium Pies
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (70 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
– Price: $
– Address: 2708 Main St Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX 75226-1412
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#1. Emporium Pies
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (347 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 314 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208-4655
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Haig Partners LLC, the leading buy-sell advisory firm to auto, heavy truck and RV dealers in the U.S., served as the exclusive buy-side advisor to Semersky Enterprises on the acquisition of Audi Kirkwood, located near St Louis, MO, from LeadCar.
"We are excited to add Audi Kirkwood to the Semersky family of Audi dealerships and bring our passion for Audi to another great city in the Midwest where we've been the leading Audi dealer for over 45 years," shared Ernie Semersky, CEO of Semersky Enterprises. "We look forward to working with the Audi Kirkwood team and bringing our best-in-class client experience to the St. Louis marketplace." Semersky Enterprises owns 3 Audi dealerships in the greater Chicago and St. Louis markets including one of the largest stores in the nation.
Kevin Nill of Haig Partners which represented the buyer, said, "We congratulate Ernie Semersky on his acquisition of Audi Kirkwood and the continued expansion of their Audi portfolio. While we normally represent sellers of dealerships, Semersky Enterprises wanted an advisor to help them identify the best fit for their growth strategy, help them analyze the opportunity, and negotiate the deal. We are grateful to Ernie and his team for placing their trust in us to help them meet their strategic objectives. This is another transaction demonstrating the confidence buyers have in the future of auto retail and the willingness to grow."
Haig Partners LLC is the leading buy-sell advisory firm for owners of auto, heavy truck and RV dealerships. The team at Haig Partners has unmatched experience with executives from leading retail dealer groups and financial institutions. They have advised on the purchase or sale of more than 575 dealerships for over $9.0 billion and have represented 23 groups that qualify for the annual Automotive News Top 150 Dealer Groups list, more than any other firm. Haig Partners leverages its expertise and relationships to lead clients through a confidential and customizable sales process that also maximizes the value of their businesses. They author the Haig Report, the leading industry quarterly report that tracks trends in auto retail and their impact on dealership values, and are co-author of NADA's Guide, "Buying and Selling a Dealership." For more information, visit www.haigpartners.com.
Transaction Contact:
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Haig Partners
kevin@haigpartners.com
(904) 234-0008
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NEW YORK (AP) — A documentary on the 2008 U.S. men’s basketball team known as the “Redeem Team,” with executive producers including LeBron James and Dwayne Wade, will premiere on Netflix this fall.
“The Redeem Team” will debut Oct. 7 on Netflix, the streaming service announced Friday. The film is Netflix’s first collaboration with the International Olympic Committee. With behind-the-scenes footage and interviews from the players and coach Mike Krzyzewski, the documentary chronicles the 2008 team’s bid for gold in the Beijing games after a disappointing bronze finish at the 2004 Olympics in Athens.
Kobe Bryant was captain of the 2008 team, which also included James, Wade, Jason Kidd, Chris Paul and Carmelo Anthony. The team, whose nickname referenced the fabled 1992 “Dream Team,” beat Spain in the gold medal game.
“The Redeem Team” is directed by Jon Weinbach, a producer on Netflix’s 2020 documentary series on Michael Jordan’s final season with the Chicago Bulls, “The Last Dance.” | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/lebron-james-wade-produce-doc-on-2008-olympic-redeem-team/ | 2022-08-19T22:22:10Z |
Rappers Young Thug, Gunna remain jailed in racketeering case
ATLANTA (AP) — Rappers Young Thug and Gunna remain jailed on racketeering charges in Atlanta following a court hearing in the wide-ranging gang case.
A judge denied bond Monday for Gunna, whose given name is Sergio Kitchens, after the rapper pleaded not guilty at his arraignment.
Fulton County prosecutors asked that he remain jailed, telling the judge some state witnesses have been threatened.
A bond hearing for Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, has been postponed until next month. Both rappers were charged in a sweeping indictment along with 26 others for violating Georgia’s anti-racketeering law as members of a violent street gang that prosecutors say committed multiple murders, shootings and carjackings.
Attorneys for the two men deny the accusations.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/05/23/rappers-young-thug-gunna-remain-jailed-racketeering-case/ | 2022-05-23T22:05:17Z |
Japan approves Novavax COVID-19 vaccine
By MARI YAMAGUCHI
Associated Press
TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s health ministry formally approved Novavax’s COVID-19 vaccine, a fourth foreign-developed tool to combat the infections. The approval Tuesday comes just as the country sees signs of resurgence led by a subvariant of fast-spreading omicron. It is also the day after the ministry’s panel of experts endorsed use of the vaccine. Novavax’s protein vaccine is designed with similar technology used to fight diseases such as the flu and hepatitis B. Health Minister Shigeyuki Goto told reporters the Novavax product adds variety to the choices available and could appeal to those hesitant to use earlier COVID-19 vaccines designed with newer technologies. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/04/18/japan-approves-novavax-covid-19-vaccine/ | 2022-04-19T12:04:06Z |
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Roddenberry Foundation today announced the launch of its biennial $1.5 million Prize to support early-stage science and technology ventures tackling today's most pressing global challenges.
The Roddenberry Prize— designed to advance the vision of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry— will award a $1 million grand prize along with five $100,000 finalist awards to early-stage (post-seed through Series A) ventures that are leading us towards a better, healthier, and more prosperous future.
"We are excited to support early-stage ventures that hold the potential for radical change" said Rod Roddenberry, son of Gene Roddenberry. "My father envisioned a future without hunger, poverty, or war. Through The Roddenberry Prize we seek to find and support organizations who are making that vision a reality."
The Roddenberry Prize offers non-dilutive funding to early-stage ventures leveraging science and technology that address one or more of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (BSDs).
According to Heidi Roddenberry, chair of the Foundation's board, "As we look ahead, it's clear that if we want everyone– regardless of background– to thrive, we need to rethink how we produce and distribute food; how we design and construct our homes; how we travel, access clean water, and do business; and how we protect the planet. Our hope is that The Roddenberry Prize helps advance the ideas and solutions that will lead to new realities."
Applicants must be nominated by foundations, impact investors, venture capitalists, accelerators, or similar types of founders by September 2, 2022. Six finalists will be invited to share their work and vision with the foundation staff and board. One finalist will receive a $1 million USD grant and five will each receive $100,000 USD (all equity free).
About The Roddenberry Foundation
Inspired by the life and legacy of Gene Roddenberry, The Foundation supports innovation, risk-taking, and experimentation to disrupt existing dynamics, inspire action, and discover new ways to help the world move towards a better future. Our work is organized into four primary initiatives — The +1 Global Fund, The Roddenberry Fellowship, The Catalyst fund, and The Roddenberry Prize — all of which offer opportunities for original thinkers, activists, and innovators from all walks of life to pursue significant, lasting change. By supporting remarkable risk-takers and unlikely homemakers, The Foundation strives for a more equitable, inclusive, and harmonious society. www.roddenberryfoundation.org
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WATCH: Man catches alligator with his bare hands
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC/Gray News) – A man in Georgia was caught on video battling an alligator with his bare hands at a public park.
Marquell T. White told WTOC the gator was hiding behind the swing set, and he didn’t want anyone to get blindsided and attacked.
He only hesitated a moment before grabbing the 7-foot-long reptile with his hands.
“It was a healthy fear. I respected the power I knew the gator had,” White said.
Trapper Jack, a licensed catcher for the state of Georgia, saw tracks of the gator being dragged across the playground the next day.
“We could tell something had a fight with the gator in that fenced-in area,” Trapper Jack said.
Trapper Jack said White was lucky the gator didn’t attack him.
“That is very, very dangerous to them and whoever else may be watching,” Trapper Jack said.
White said people might joke around about him catching the alligator, but there’s a bigger problem that needs attention from the City of Savannah – an unmaintained park.
“It wasn’t just the fact the gator was there. Gators come and go...you couldn’t see the gator because of grass and foliage,” White said.
The City of Savannah issued a statement saying a crew has begun to mow the park.
“There have been servicing delays partly due to the abundance of rain experienced recently,” the statement said.
Copyright 2022 WTOC via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/07/14/watch-man-catches-alligator-with-his-bare-hands/ | 2022-07-14T19:03:26Z |
Southwest Airlines flight credits will no longer expire
(Gray News) - Southwest Airlines said its flight credits to customers will no longer have an expiration date.
The airline announced the move last month, saying it’s a “first-of-its-kind policy” with such credits no longer expiring and allowing passengers to reschedule their travel plans.
“Flight credits don’t expire aligns with the boldness of a philosophy to give our customers definitive simplicity and ease in travel,” said Southwest Airlines Chief Executive Officer Bob Jordan.
According to Southwest, starting July 28, customers will see a placeholder expiration date of December 31, 2040, on valid flight credits. Later this year, that date will just be eliminated as the airline said it would continue to update its internal system.
“While other airlines eliminate benefits and value, we’re enhancing our experience again,” said Southwest Airlines Senior Vice President Ryan Green.
Southwest Airlines said it has also eliminated change or cancellation fees along with offering two free checked bags.
“Introducing this change in our policy is part of a massive effort to improve the things that are most important to our customers,” said Southwest Airlines Vice President of Customer Experience and Engagement Tony Roach.
Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/08/02/southwest-airlines-flight-credits-will-no-longer-expire/ | 2022-08-02T20:45:00Z |
INDIANAPOLIS – Speedway, Indiana is the racing capital of the world! Millions of people visit the small town every year for the Indy 500.
We went out into the community to talk with the people who work and live there to see what it’s like, not only during the month of May, but all year.
While the track is a big part of their community, town leaders want you to come visit to see what the spirit of Speedway is all about.
“Whenever I go on vacation, people say where are you from and I say Speedway, Indiana. They go, Speedway, Indiana where’s that at? I’d say, have you ever heard of the track? They say, oh Indianapolis, and I say, no Speedway,” said Phil Smith who has lived in Speedway for more than 50 years.
The roughly 5 mile town, with 12,000 people is built on tradition and community.
“It’s a great place to live,” Smith added.
Councilor Gary Raikes grew up here and takes pride in his town.
“A lot of communities have just the four common seasons, but we have the month of May,” said Raikes, “That’s our fifth season and for a lot of us, it’s our favorite season.”
While the focus is on May, he wants Speedway to be a destination all year. He’s worked on bringing new businesses to Main Street, schools continue to rank in the top of the state. Public safety is a major focus, and soon a program will extend its trails to the edge of the town.
“We’ll have another million visitors throughout the year that are coming to see our museums, frequent our other restaurants and retail,” said Raikes.
Vincent Noblet, the President of the Speedway Town Council added, “Visitors to the town of Speedway are welcomed the same as any other small town in the United States, everybody waves and says hi, you don’t get the big city feel. You get more of the ‘how can I help you?’”
Sharing the spirit of Speedway with you, in hopes you’ll be racing here to experience it, for yourself.
“Really, it’s nice to sit on your patio or your deck, listen to the race cars and just enjoy,” said Smith. | https://cw33.com/sports/indy-500/neighbors-town-leaders-share-what-spirit-of-speedway-is-all-about/ | 2022-05-25T13:54:01Z |
EcoBuggy provides longer, safer, all-natural protection.
FREEHOLD, N.J., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Independence Day weekend is the kick-off to summer, and millions of Americans will be celebrating the holiday with family and friends. Nearly 50 percent of Americans are more concerned about mosquitoes and ticks this season than ever before, based on a survey conducted by EcoBuggy®.
More than 60 percent of survey respondents said mosquitoes are what they dislike most about summer followed by mowing the lawn at 31 percent and getting tan lines at 24 percent.
Not only are mosquitoes disliked, they are also the most feared bug, according to 45 percent of survey respondents, followed by flies at 17 percent, wasps at 14 percent and bumble bees at 14 percent.
According to the survey, 90 percent of consumers who are seeking protection from mosquitoes are most concerned with the finding an all-natural, long-lasting, plant-based repellent.
EcoBuggy is a breakthrough natural, 100 percent plant-based mosquito and tick repellent that provides up to six hours of continuous protection – up to three times longer than many other mosquito repellents. It is developed with 100 percent plant-based ingredients, and does not contain DEET or Picaridin, making it safe for fabrics, pets, children and the environment.
EcoBuggy uses hydrogel-time-release™ (HTR) Technology – a scientific breakthrough that enhances nature's own protective elements, gradually releasing the active ingredients over time, ensuring long-lasting performance. EcoBuggy is dermatologist tested and approved.
"EcoBuggy is the only repellent on the market that offers longer, safer, all-natural protection and allows you to enjoy the outdoors without compromise," said Calvin Johnston, Chief Executive Officer, EcoBuggy. "As families gather to celebrate Independence Day, it's a perfect time to try EcoBuggy. We also offer a money back guarantee. That's 100 percent peace of mind. And no compromise."
EcoBuggy is available as a repellent spray in the Mosquito Family Formula, lasting up to three hours, or Mosquito Max formula, lasting up to six hours. Both products provide up to eight hours of tick repellency. EcoBuggy also offers Bed Bug Killer Spray and Bed Bug Traps. The products retail from $9.99 to $24.99, and are available nationwide at EcoBuggy.com. EcoBuggy is sourced and manufactured in the U.S. The packaging is domestically sourced and recyclable.
EcoBuggy provides Longer, Safer, All-Natural Protection. EcoBuggy is 100 percent plant-based, and uses HTR™ patent-pending technology. It is sourced and manufactured in the U.S. EcoBuggy is owned by VCM Products, a leading pest repellent manufacturer and wholesaler that owns Grandpa Gus's™ and BuggyBeds® — sold nationally at major retailers and online. The company is headquartered in Freehold, N.J., was founded in 2011, and featured in a 2012 episode of "Shark Tank."
About the survey: Nationally representative of U.S., adults 18+, n=500, margin of error is +/- 4 points at 95%
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A review of California's five big oil refiners' investor reports from the second quarter shows unprecedented, windfall profits that top $1 per gallon.
Consumer Watchdog reported that the state's five big oil refiners, that make 97% of the gasoline in the state, made from three to ten times more in profits per gallon off of West Coast operations from April through June than they did in the same period last year.
Profits per gallon from West Coast operations also registered highest among each refiner's reported regions across the United States and world – proving that it is profits, not California's environmental rules and taxes, that drive up California pump prices. As of 8/8, the Energy Information Administration reports Californians pay $1.26 per gallon more than the national average for gasoline.
"Californians have been an ATM for oil refiners for too long and now it's time for the legislature to push back on these outrageous profits," said Jamie Court, president of Consumer Watchdog.
West Coast profits per gallon for Marathon topped an unprecedented $1 per gallon, as opposed to 34 cents in the second quarter of 2021. Valero, PBF and Phillips reported profits of 83 cents, 82 cents, and 79 cents per gallon (as opposed to 27 cents, 15 cents and 8 cents per gallon in second quarter last year). Chevron does not report quarterly refining margins.
California's five big refiners made $26.6 billion in the second quarter, more than double the profits from 2021's second quarter -- an increase of $14.5 billion. California refiners currently do not report their profits from California, only the Western region on quarterly basis. SB 1322 (Allen) would require monthly disclosure of per gallon California profits. The bill has cleared the Senate and is awaiting action on the Assembly floor.
"The latest reports show that Big Oil took advantage of higher prices to make record profits off of already-squeezed drivers," said Senator Ben Allen. "I'm hopeful that my colleagues will see the wisdom of our bill SB1322 that will shed more light on the oil pricing process. Special thanks go out to Consumer Watchdog for its dogged focus on this important issue."
Consumer Watchdog's president Jamie Court will present the evidence Thursday in Sacramento to the Assembly Select Committee on Gasoline Price and Supply to make the case for SB 1322 and recommend that a windfall profits tax to be applied to refiners. The special committee meets at about noon following the adjournment of the Assembly Appropriations Committee. (A live stream is available at https://www.assembly.ca.gov/todaysevents/)
"These profit reports prove that the only reason Californians are paying so much more for their gasoline than drivers in every other state is because the big five refiners have the market power to charge them as much as they want," said Court. "It's time for Californians to know exactly how much oil refiners have profited from their pain at the pump and for oil refiners to be forced to give back their excessive profits."
In the second quarter, both PBF Energy's profits per gallon and Valero's virtually quadrupled over what the companies reported making for all of 2021 from their California-only West Coast refineries. West Coast refineries belonging to Phillips 66 also saw a quadrupling in quarterly profits. Marathon tripled its West Coast profits per gallon compared to all of 2021.
Chevron does not provide quarterly data for calculating quarterly profits per gallon. But the company said that profits from refining in the second quarter were up by nearly $2.5 billion primarily on higher refining margin.
Companies report refining margins by the barrel - the difference between the cost of a barrel of crude oil going into the refinery and the value of refined products coming out. Profits per gallon are calculated by dividing refinery margins per the number of gallons in a barrel, 42.
On the second quarter investor earnings call, Chevron CEO Pierre Breber indicated that the company would tighten supplies still further, especially in California, by taking refineries offline—which would raise gas prices still further. "Now, looking ahead in the third quarter, we expect turnarounds and downtime to reduce production in a number of locations," Breber said. "In downstream, planned turnarounds are primarily at our California refineries."
All the refiners reported demand for fuel has rebounded while supplies are tight. "We see demand remaining strong even in the face of economic uncertainty," Tom Nimbley, chairman and chief executive at PBF Energy, said in a statement. Valero Energy had net income of $4.7 billion in the quarter, up from $162 million in the quarter a year earlier, while PBF Energy saw profits surge to $1.2 billion from $69.9 million.
On the West Coast, Marathon Petroleum tripled its refining margin to $42.78 per barrel over the second quarter of 2021 and blew past the margin of $13.80 it reported for all of 2021. Margins have been leaping up since 2020. Phillips 66 West Coast margin rocketed up ten times over the second quarter of 2021 to $34.49 per barrel. It blew past the reported margin for all of 2021 by more than four times. PBF's margin rose more than five times over the same quarter last year to $34.49 and almost quadrupled from the margin reported for all of 2021. Valero's margin tripled in the second quarter to $34.93 and more than tripled over the margin for all of 2021.
Across regions of operation, margins per barrel rose the most in the West in the second quarter. PBF's margin was $10 higher per barrel than for the Gulf Coast. Marathon's margin per barrel was more than $7 higher than its margin for the Gulf Coast. Valero's was more than $5 higher. Margins on the Gulf Coast were the lowest reported by all the refiners, followed by the Mid Continent and then East Coast regions with the highest margins reported in the West.
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The ‘friend-shield effect’: Why people are less likely to perceive COVID-19 risk around friends
By Alexandra Mae Jones
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TORONTO (CTV Network) — People may be less inclined to follow public health precautions to protect against COVID-19 while in the presence of friends or even just thinking about their friends, according to new research.
A study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied on Thursday described how, in five online experiments that posed hypothetical scenarios, individuals perceived less likelihood of infection if it was associated with a friend and purchased fewer protective items such as face masks if they had recently thought about a friend.
In one study, those who previously contracted COVID-19 were less concerned about reinfection if they had caught the virus from a friend or family member, one example of what researchers are calling the “friend-shield effect.”
Researchers are concerned that people may be more lax about health precautions than they should be with friends, even in unsafe situations.
“Friends and family can provide a sense of comfort, but it’s irrational and dangerous to believe they will protect you from being infected by COVID-19,” Hyunjung Crystal Lee, assistant professor of marketing at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid in Spain and one of the study authors, said in a press release. “This tendency that we call the ‘friend-shield effect’ could intensify a false sense of safety and contribute to future infections.”
The participants for the experiments were sourced through the online crowdsourcing platform Prolific in 2020 and were from the U.S.
In one experiment, 262 participants who had never contracted COVID-19 were given one of three hypothetical scenarios where they had contracted COVID-19 from either a friend, acquaintance or a stranger. They were then asked questions about how much they would spend on health protection, how much of a risk taker they were and how comfortable they felt in social and health-related situations, among others.
They found that participants who imagined they had been infected by a friend were less likely to be concerned about reinfection and less likely to purchase more health protection items than the other participants who imagined that a stranger or acquaintance had given them the virus.
This effect appeared to hold up in a follow-up experiment, which looked at 109 participants who had previously contracted COVID-19 and knew who they had caught it from.
Among other questions, participants were asked to rank how likely they felt it was that they would suffer reinfection, from “not at all likely” to “very likely.”
Participants who had been infected by a family member or friend believed it was less likely that they would be reinfected than those who had been infected by an acquaintance or a stranger.
In another experiment, researchers had 495 participants take place in a friendship association task, where half were asked to write a paragraph about a close friend, and half were asked to write a paragraph about a distant acquaintance. After this task, all participants read a news article about the symptoms associated with severe COVID-19, which contained details stating that unhealthy snacks and sugary foods might increase a person’s risk of having those severe COVID-19 symptoms.
Participants were then directed to a website researchers had built which sold unhealthy snacks such as chocolate bars and bags of chips, as well as health and safety items such as hand sanitizer and face masks. Participants were told that by participating in this experiment, they could have access to a special offer allowing them to purchase one thing from the web store, if they wanted to.
Around 48 per cent of participants bought a health protection item such as face masks and 15 per cent bought a snack food they had been warned would increase their risk of severe COVID-19. Thirty-seven per cent bought nothing.
According to the experiment, participants who had written about a close friend at the start of the study were most commonly associated with purchasing the snack food. Around 27 per cent of those participants chose the snack, while only 21 per cent of the people who wrote about an acquaintance chose the snack.
Participants did not actually receive any items, but did receive monetary compensation for taking part in the study.
The fourth experiment asked participants to imagine they were visiting either a friend or an acquaintance at a crowded restaurant while their city was impacted by COVID-19, while also asking participants to define who they felt was part of their “in-group” versus their “out-group” — psychological terms that refer to a group a person feels they socially fit into and identify with versus those they do not.
Those who had more clear boundaries for what their in-group was were more likely to engage in risky behaviour with a friend, the study found.
Building on that, in a fifth study, researchers asked participants to indicate their political leanings, from “extremely liberal” at one end to “extremely conservative” at the other, running on the theory that conservative individuals were likely to have more defined in-groups and thus may be more likely to engage in risky behaviour with friends.
This was supported by the results: conservatives were less likely than liberals to expect the restaurant to be crowded or to perceive infection risk if they met a friend there rather than an acquaintance.
Researchers noted that the study is limited by the small sample sizes and the hypothetical nature of the scenarios posed to participants, adding that further research may provide more insight into the ‘friend-shield effect’.
Researchers say the experiments show that for most people, there can be a perception that threats to the self only come from the “other” — something or someone outside of a person’s social circle. The feeling of psychological safety that comes from friends isn’t bad, but may be something to be aware of when assessing whether a situation is safe, the study suggests.
“We think health safety campaigns should make greater efforts to inform the public regarding the friend-shield effect and aim for a more holistic response to future pandemics by taking both physical infection rates and psychological risk perceptions into account,” Eline De Vries, associate professor of marketing and one of the study authors, said in the release.
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DALLAS, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tailwater Capital ("Tailwater"), a private equity firm that takes a full immersion approach to investing in energy and growth infrastructure solutions, today announced that it has become a signatory of the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment ("UN PRI" or "PRI"). The UN PRI is a leading proponent of responsible investing across the globe, representing a global network of investors committed to integrating environmental, social and governance ("ESG") factors and risks into their investment practices.
Tailwater employs a proactive, committed approach to incorporating ESG considerations into its investment lifecycle, and is dedicated to directly linking ESG achievements with bottom-line performance. As a leading investor in the businesses at the forefront of the ongoing energy transition, Tailwater's approach to ESG is heavily focused on performance in areas most material to each portfolio company, including emissions, governance, leak detection, safety and diversity, equity and inclusion.
As a signatory, Tailwater pledges to incorporate the PRI's six principles for responsible investment into its investment and management practices to foster a more sustainable global economy. The firm's inclusion as a PRI signatory also provides a broader network of investment manager peers with which to share best practices and track tangible ESG achievements.
"Responsible investment is core to our philosophy at Tailwater," said Jason Downie, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Tailwater Capital. "We have long been committed to incorporating ESG best practices into everything we do – from diligence and execution to partnerships with industry-leading companies and management teams. Joining the PRI further underscores the positive impact we strive to continuously achieve."
"PRI continues to set the standard for driving tangible, sustainable change across the private investment and asset management industry," said Edward Herring, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Tailwater Capital. "Innovation in the energy industry plays a critical role in driving the progression to a low-carbon future, and we look forward to continuing to invest in the businesses that are building a more sustainable future."
"We're pleased to welcome Tailwater Capital as a signatory to the PRI," said David Atkin, CEO at the Principles for Responsible Investment. "Now, more than ever, it is vital for responsible investors to come together to work towards common goals, for the benefit of the planet and our society. We look forward to working alongside Tailwater Capital to realize these goals."
Most recently, the firm announced the launch of Tailwater Innovation Partners, a full-service solutions provider focused on supporting Tailwater's portfolio companies across ESG, research, engineering and operational improvement. The platform is led by Chief Executive Officer Roger Fox, who also serves as Head of ESG at Tailwater.
About Tailwater Capital
Dallas-based Tailwater Capital is a growth-oriented energy and growth infrastructure private equity firm with a well-established track record of working constructively with proven management teams to deliver value-added solutions. Tailwater has raised more than $3.7 billion in committed capital since inception and the team has executed more than 100 transactions representing over $22 billion in value. For more information, please visit www.tailwatercapital.com.
About Principles for Responsible Investment
The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) is the world's leading proponent of responsible investment. Supported by the United Nations, it works to understand the investment implications of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors and to support its international network of investor signatories in incorporating these factors into their investment and ownership decisions. The PRI acts in the long-term interests of its signatories, of the financial markets and economies in which they operate and ultimately of the environment and society as a whole. Launched in New York in 2006, the PRI has grown to more than 4,900 signatories, managing over $121 trillion AUM. For more information, visit www.unpri.org.
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Idaho's largest school district to use the program to support discourse-driven math instruction for all students in Grades K–5
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- West Ada School District in Meridian, Idaho has adopted Curriculum Associates' i-Ready Classroom Mathematics as the primary math curriculum support material for Grades K–5 for the next seven years. Starting in the 2022–2023 school year, more than 800 teachers will use the discourse-driven, standards-aligned i-Ready Classroom Mathematics curriculum to help approximately 17,500 students throughout the state's largest district become independent mathematical thinkers.
"Using academic data, West Ada has identified math as a primary focus for improvement in our continuous improvement plan," said Dustin Barrett, the district's director of curriculum and instruction. "Through our partnership with Curriculum Associates, we are optimistic that the robust nature of the i-Ready Classroom Mathematics materials, applied in a guaranteed and viable manner for [Grades] K–5, will provide West Ada the ability to improve student math proficiency. The i-Ready Classroom Mathematics materials will allow West Ada to teach, assess, and intervene utilizing easily accessible and actionable real-time data to best support student learning."
i-Ready Classroom Mathematics will be used alongside the online i-Ready Personalized Instruction and i-Ready Assessment programs, which have already been implemented by the district, to provide teachers with a comprehensive and aligned solution for supporting math achievement. i-Ready Classroom Mathematics was reviewed and chosen by a district adoption committee composed of educators, parents, and community members as part of the selection process.
"As a leader in the state, West Ada School District and its stakeholders were dedicated to selecting a math curriculum resource that would give students a voice in their learning and support math teaching, both now and in the years to come," said Rob Waldron, CEO of Curriculum Associates. "We commend the district for their dedication to this process and look forward to helping teachers engage all students as they connect with important math concepts in new ways through the use of i-Ready Classroom Mathematics."
i-Ready Classroom Mathematics helps teachers deliver discourse-based instruction while empowering students to think mathematically and discuss mathematical ideas. Its print and online grade-differentiated resources work cohesively to support the teaching and learning process. The program uses multiple-day lessons and instructional routines to help students understand important mathematical concepts, make connections between multiple mathematical strategies, and deepen their conceptual understanding by leading the majority of the classroom discussion. There are also frequent opportunities for practice and assessment to ensure students understand concepts and to help teachers make instructional decisions.
The program includes a variety of professional learning resources that are built into the beginning of every unit and embedded within every lesson. It also offers professional guidance for supporting English Learners, including language differentiation strategies that provide scaffolds for the five WIDA (World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment) language proficiency levels and ideas for community and cultural responsiveness that can be incorporated during each lesson.
When used with the i-Ready Diagnostic and its Prerequisite reports, i-Ready Classroom Mathematics also helps educators identify student gaps and effectively balance instruction of prerequisite skills and current grade-level content.
To learn more about i-Ready Classroom Mathematics, visit
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Founded in 1969, Curriculum Associates, LLC designs research-based print and online instructional materials, screens and assessments, and data management tools. The company's products and outstanding customer service provide teachers and administrators with the resources necessary for teaching diverse student populations and fostering learning for all students.
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ALTO, Georgia (AP) — Republican U.S. Senate nominee Herschel Walker commiserated as north Georgia farmers bemoaned environmental regulations and rising costs of doing business. Minutes before, the former football star and political newcomer volleyed with journalists on issues ranging from gas prices to abortion.
In both audiences, Walker tried every way he could to steer the conversation back to Sen. Raphael Warnock and a Democratic administration whose popularity lags in this battleground state that President Joe Biden won by the narrowest of margins.
“We need to be talking about what people are concerned about, that my opponent seems to be voting with Joe Biden rather than the people of Georgia,” Walker said at a north Georgia produce market. “That’s what we need to be putting headlines about what Herschel Walker is saying … because the people of Georgia are hurting.”
With generationally high inflation and Biden’s low popularity, Republican candidates across the U.S. are spending this election year similarly trying to keep the focus on Democrats. But for Walker, the sweeping partisan jabs on display at multiple campaign stops this week offered a chance to steady an otherwise haphazard campaign.
Some Republicans quietly acknowledge that such deflection may be the only way Walker can win this midterm contest that will help determine control of a Senate now split 50-50 between the two major parties.
“Look, it’s not how many times you get knocked down, it’s how many times you get back up,” said state Sen. Butch Miller, as he campaigned with Walker in north Georgia.
Walker, 60, cruised to the GOP nomination in May, mostly on his celebrity status as the star running back on the University of Georgia’s national championship football team in 1980 and his personal friendship with former President Donald Trump.
But along the way, Walker has faced new disclosures on past violent threats against his first wife. He’s exaggerated his academic and business records, and alternately denied ever making such statements. He acknowledged fathering multiple children he hadn’t publicly mentioned previously despite spending decades blasting absent fathers. And Walker recently was captured on video at a closed campaign event offering a nonsensical explanation of the climate crisis as China sending its “bad air” to the U.S. while stealing “our good air.”
Warnock’s campaign and allied Democratic campaign arms reacted with an advertising onslaught casting Walker as unqualified.
“Every one of Walker’s lies, scandals and bizarre statements proves that he isn’t ready to represent to represent the people of Georgia and can’t be trusted to serve in the U.S. Senate,” said Dan Gottlieb, a spokesman for the Georgia Democratic Party.
All of that played out as Warnock has raked in campaign cash — more than $17 million in the second quarter of 2020 and $70 million-plus for the cycle. That has allowed the senator to develop a personal brand that positions him well ahead of Biden among Georgia voters and mutes any Republican contention that 2020 was an aberration in the state. As he campaigned Saturday in Atlanta, Warnock didn’t mention Walker at all. But the senator tacitly acknowledged Republicans’ line of attack, because he didn’t mention Biden by name, either. Instead, Warnock highlighted his collaboration with Republican colleagues on economic development and infrastructure, along with his proposals to lower the cost of fuel as well as insulin and other prescription drugs.
“I’ve spent my career fighting for ordinary people,” Warnock said, alluding to his work as a Baptist minister and activist.
Just a few cycles ago, any Republican nominee would have been a prohibitive favorite in a midterm Senate election here, regardless of economic conditions or who occupied the White House. Instead, decades of growth, concentrated in metro Atlanta, have yielded a politically, racially and ethnically diverse population more open to electing Democrats. Trump’s underperformance among college-educated whites accelerated the shift, as did Democrats’ organizing efforts.
That led to Biden outpolling Trump by about 12,000 votes out of 5 million cast — a record November turnout for Georgia. Warnock followed with a wider margin in a January special election runoff: 94,000 votes out of almost 4.5 million cast, a record runoff turnout.
Republicans have answered Walker’s stumbles with an influx of experienced aides for the first-time candidate and visits to the state by national Republican operatives. Walker aides said the coming weeks will be built around various policy themes, with targeted attacks on Warnock.
It’s not so much a campaign reset, the aides said, since mid- to late summer is nearly always when general election campaigns ratchet up. But it’s an effort clearly aimed at changing the narrative around the matchup. The opening salvo was agriculture. Public safety and crime come next. The economy will follow.
Walker himself talked this week of “listening sessions” built around policy topics. He showed some evidence of those sessions in turning most any topic back to Warnock, Biden and the economy.
“Terrible, terrible leadership,” he called it, adding that working-class Georgians “know it’s not right.”
He demonstrated an increasing familiarity with the details of Warnock’s record when he blasted the idea of suspending the federal gas tax, something the senator proposed. Walker called that “the hero effect … I cause the problem and then you call me to come put it out.”
Yet there were flashes of the tangents and falsehoods that have drawn negative attention already.
At a livestock auction outside Athens, Walker again denied he ever said he’d graduated from the University of Georgia, accusing his questioner of being a “Raphael Warnock guy.” Walker has made such claims on video; he never graduated. Later, Walker essentially committed to debate Warnock in October, only to have his campaign follow up with a series of conditions.
In a discussion about immigration, Walker offered bromides about the U.S. needing “legal immigration,” only to have Miller step in to talk about specific visa programs. In a roundtable on agriculture, Miller and Terry Rogers, a former state representative, again filled in many details.
When farmers complained about the Biden administration’s advocacy of electric farming vehicles, Walker didn’t just focus on cost but questioned the technology itself. “It’s only gonna run for a certain amount of time,” he said. “You gotta charge it for eight hours. You’ll never get any work done.”
Miller downplayed any cumulative damage to Walker’s prospects but said it’s critical for the Republican nominee to crystallize his case against Warnock and weave in his own biography more effectively.
“One of his strongest virtues is his relatability to people, and he’s getting out and doing that,” Miller said. As for broader attacks about inflation and the economy, Miller added, Walker has a convenient ally: “It’s all true.” | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/walker-aims-to-pivot-focus-back-to-dems-in-tight-ga-race/ | 2022-07-23T21:20:53Z |
Growing Communications Firm Hires Brian Sweany To Scale Thought Leadership Practice
DALLAS, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Genuine Article, a Texas-based independent public relations and integrated communications firm, has added its first senior leadership talent since launching in 2021. Brian Sweany, who spent more than two decades rising in the ranks of city and state magazines, as well as in posts teaching university-level journalism and directing communications for state agencies and national nonprofit organizations, joins the firm as a principal. In his role, Sweany will oversee Genuine Article's staff and growing book of clients. Genuine Article was established by former PR heads from The Richards Group with the goal of helping brands, causes, and initiatives establish and enhance their national and regional relevance.
Sweany spent more than 18 years at Texas Monthly magazine, serving as editor-in-chief from 2014 until 2016 when he was named to the Folio 100 as an "Up and Coming Trailblazer." That same year, Texas Monthly won the award for General Excellence, the highest honor given by the City and Regional Magazine Association. Over his more than two decades in journalism, he covered a spectrum of topics, including politics, culture, business, and sports. He interviewed a host of prominent state and national figures and covered multiple sessions of the Texas Legislature. Sweany also held stints as a senior editor at D Magazine and as an independent consultant providing brand management, governmental relations, and crisis communications for state agencies and nonprofits. In this role, he began collaborating with Genuine Article founders Stacie Barnett, Elizabeth Clayton, and Greg Miller on various strategic initiatives.
"When we started Genuine Article, we made a promise to align ourselves — internally and externally — with those who have a desire to create fair and balanced conversation through creativity and kindness," said Clayton. "Brian, often the most likable guy in the room, shares that commitment and masterfully navigates the increasingly choppy waters of public conversations. We know our clients' reputations, especially among policymakers and journalists, will be strengthened by Brian's experience and dedication."
"I am thrilled to join the talented team at Genuine Article, and I have been in awe of their dedication and professionalism as they have built this brand," Sweany said. "Their commitment to our clients is unmatched, and with my background in journalism and public policy, I hope to add value to existing clients as well as grow our presence in Austin."
Originally from Plano, Brian earned a bachelor's degree in literature at the University of North Texas and a master's degree in literature from The University of Texas at San Antonio. He serves on the board of the Mayborn School of Journalism at the University of North Texas and the advisory board of the Texas Book Festival. Brian will be based in Genuine Article's office in Austin, where he lives with his wife of 27 years, their two children, and a golden doodle.
Sweany's hire comes as Genuine Article has added multiple staff members in media relations, communications strategy, and account management since the beginning of 2022. The firm recently added national and regional retainer work for nonprofit and commercial real estate clients, which join Genuine Article's client roster, including The Salvation Army, Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company, Discount Tire, and Scottish Rite for Children.
Brian Sweany can be reached at brian@genuinearticlecomms.com.
About Genuine Article
Genuine Article is an independent communications firm that partners with brands and agencies to authentically bring conversations, businesses, societal issues, and nonprofits the attention they deserve. Founded in 2021 by a trio of PR and cause branding pros with 50+ years of combined experience, Genuine Article serves clients throughout North America. Recognition for its team's work includes the Bronze Anvil, Bulldog Award of Excellence, and the Cause Marketing Golden Halo Award. Genuine Article is headquartered in North Texas with team members and specialists in Austin and Phoenix. For more information, follow Genuine Article on LinkedIn.
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The learning platform company continues its exceptional year with these two employee-chosen recognitions.
NEW YORK, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Continu, the modern and intuitive learning platform that empowers users toward continuous growth by consolidating training to a single source, announced today that it garnered two awards in Comparably's annual series for the second quarter: Best Company for Career Growth and Best CEO for Diversity, honoring Continu's CEO Scott Burgess. The awards are based solely on employee sentiment feedback.
"I am humbled to be recognized by the Continu team. I deeply value a diverse workplace and strive to create an inclusive culture for all," said Burgess. "We also believe that supporting career growth is an essential part of creating an equitable work environment — everyone should have a range of professional development opportunities that reflect their varied interests and needs. At Continu, we are about putting employees first — ours and our customers' — and these honors affirm our core value."
The Best Company for Career Growth is an award based on how employees feel about their professional development opportunities. The Best CEO for Diversity is based on how employees of color rate their company's CEO. The Comparably Awards highlight the best companies and CEOs in 16 different workplace culture categories. Employees answer questions spanning 16 topics, and each answer's numerical score is compared to companies of similar size. The final data set of winners is compiled from over 15 million ratings across 70,000 companies.
"With Scott's recognition as one of the Best CEOs for Diversity and Continu earning an award as a Best Company for Career Growth, it is clear the organization is on an upward trajectory," said Comparably CEO Jason Nazar. "This is the type of company that we are excited to see on our award lists — one with a positive and supportive organizational culture and one that employees are excited to celebrate."
Continu is a leading modern learning platform built to help companies train and upskill their teams, partners, and customers. With robust features and enterprise-grade security, Continu helps both admins and learners to keep learning on track. Founded in 2012, Continu consolidates several learning tool needs into one simple yet high-powered source.
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AVALON HOLDINGS CORPORATION ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER RESULTS
Published: Aug. 12, 2022 at 5:01 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
WARREN, Ohio, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Avalon Holdings Corporation (NYSE Amex: AWX) today announced financial results for the second quarter of 2022.
Net operating revenues in the second quarter of 2022 were $19.5 million compared with $16.4 million in the second quarter of 2021. The Company recorded net income attributable to Avalon Holdings Corporation common shareholders of $0.5 million in the second quarter of 2022 compared with net income attributable to Avalon Holdings Corporation common shareholders of $0.7 million in the second quarter of 2021. For the second quarter of 2022, basic net income per share attributable to Avalon Holdings Corporation common shareholders was $0.12 compared with basic net income per share attributable to Avalon Holdings Corporation common shareholders of $0.19 in the second quarter of 2021.
For the first six months of 2022, net operating revenues were $33.8 million compared with $31.5 million for the first six months of 2021. The Company recorded a net loss attributable to Avalon Holdings Corporation common shareholders of approximately $0.8 million in the first six months of 2022 compared with net income attributable to Avalon Holdings Corporation common shareholders of $1.5 million in the first six months of 2021. For the first six months of 2022, basic net loss per share attributable to Avalon Holdings Corporation common shareholders was $0.20 compared with basic net income per share attributable to Avalon Holdings Corporation common shareholders of $0.37 in the first six months of 2021.
Avalon Holdings Corporation provides waste management services to industrial, commercial, municipal and governmental customers in selected northeastern and midwestern U.S. markets, captive landfill management services and salt water injection well operations. Avalon Holdings Corporation also owns Avalon Resorts and Clubs Inc., which includes the operation of a hotel and its associated resort amenities, four golf courses and related country clubs and a multipurpose recreation center.
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PITTSBURGH, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create an improved toggle bolt and anchor system that would be easier to install," said an inventor, from San Antonio, Texas, "so I invented the E Z TOGGLE. My design could make DIY and home improvement projects less frustrating."
The invention offers a more convenient alternative to conventional toggle bolt and anchor assemblies. In doing so, it enables the unit to penetrate materials such as sheetrock, wood, plaster, etc. It also allows for accurate placement and installation of the unit. As a result, it saves time and effort. The invention features a practical design that is easy to install so it is ideal for households, trade workers, carpenters, etc. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype model is available upon request.
The original design was submitted to the Austin sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-ASP-129, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the Boca Chica launch site for Starship/SuperHeavy orbital launches, with conditions 75 conditions to mitigate the environmental impact.
The FAA has released the Final Programmatic Environment Assessment and Mitigated Finding of No Significant Impact/Record of Decision for the Starship/SuperHeavy Launch vehicle at the Boca Chica in South Texas.
SpaceX is now one step closer to orbital launches from the Boca Chica site, finding that launching from the site “would not affect the quality of the human environment.”
While Boca Chica can now be used as a launch site, SpaceX will still have to abide by 75 actions to mitigate the environmental impacts of the Starship/SuperHeavy orbital launches.
SpaceX will still be required to apply for a launch license for each vehicle they plan to test.
The article will be updated with more information. | https://cw33.com/news/faa-spacex-approved-for-starship-orbital-launches-with-conditions/ | 2022-06-13T20:42:26Z |
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — British Open champion Cameron Smith pulled out of the BMW Championship on Monday with what his manager described as a “hip discomfort” that Smith had been feeling the last few months.
Smith is No. 3 in the FedEx Cup, assured of a spot in the Tour Championship next week in Atlanta, though the withdrawal will mean he starts at least three shots behind when the FedEx Cup finale begin.
“He has been dealing with some on and off hip discomfort for several months and thought it best he rest this week in his pursuit of the FedEx Cup,” Bud Martin, his agent at Wasserman, said in a statement.
The Australian, who turns 29 this week, was the center of attention last week in Memphis, Tennessee, that went beyond his golf.
First, The Daily Telegraph reported Smith was joining Saudi-funded LIV Golf after the FedEx Cup playoffs, which Smith again chose not to discuss. The report came on the same day a federal judge in California ruled against three LIV Golf players seeking a temporary restraining order to let them compete in the tour’s postseason.
Then, Smith trailed by two shots after the third round and needed to win to reach No. 1 in the world ranking. But a little more than an hour before his start to the final round, Smith was penalized two shots for playing a shot after a penalty drop when the ball was still touching the hazard line.
Smith confirmed the ball was touching the line. The timing was awkward because the violation came a day later than it could have.
Smith was playing for the first time since his 64 on the final day at St. Andrews to win his first major. He told Golf Digest his hip can act up in soft conditions. The TPC Southwind was pounded by rain early in the week.
“My hip flared up yesterday. It seems to happen when there’s softer fairways like there were earlier in the week,” Smith told Golf Digest. ”I’ve had a couple of MRIs around it, and I will check with my team to see if we need another one.”
He plans to be at East Lake next week in the chase for the $18 million prize for winning the FedEx Cup.
The top seed start the Tour Championship at 10-under par and a two-shot lead. The No. 3 seed starts at 7-under par, the No. 4 seed is at 6 under and the No. 5 seed starts five shots behind.
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MESSY: Truck spills alfredo sauce all over interstate in Tennessee
Published: Aug. 31, 2022 at 3:17 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC/Gray News) – Police in Memphis had to shut down part of an interstate after a tractor-trailer crashed and spilled alfredo sauce all over the roadway Tuesday afternoon.
The truck was carrying Bertolli alfredo sauce when it hit a retaining wall, Memphis police said.
Jars of the creamy sauce covered I-55 during the afternoon rush hour, impacting drivers’ commutes.
Road crews worked to clean up the mess and one woman was taken to the hospital with non-critical injuries.
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MUNICH, May 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), a global leader of new energy innovative technologies, is in the spotlight with its award-winning all-scenario energy storage solutions at the ees Europe 2022, the largest and most international exhibition for batteries and energy storage systems in Europe, which was held from May 11-13 at Messe München, Munich.
CATL's cutting-edge products demonstrated at the exhibition cover application scenarios of power generation, power transmission and distribution, and power consumption. EnerOne, the modular outdoor liquid cooling BESS, won this year's ees AWARD on May 10. Equipped with 280 Ah LFP cells, the flagship product boasts a cycle life of up to 10,000 cycles, featuring long service life, high integration, and high degree of safety. Temperature difference among cells can be controlled within 3 degrees Celsius, a great improvement over industry average of 5 to 8 degrees Celsius. It has a floor space of just 1.69 square meters, 35% less than traditional air cooling products, and is suitable for inverters with operating voltages ranging from 600 to 1,500 volts. Meanwhile, the modular design enables it to adapt to a variety of application scenarios.
To meet the market demand for all-weather energy storage applications, such as extreme temperatures, high humidity, desert, ocean, among others, CATL has developed the innovative EnerC, a containerized liquid-cooling battery system. With IP55 and C5 anti-corrosion protection, EnerC is able to meet the requirements of various harsh climatic conditions, ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the whole system for 20 years. Empowered by the industry-leading highly-integrated liquid cooling design, its energy density can reach 259.7 kWh per square meter, almost a 200% increase over traditional air cooling systems.
At the power consumption side, EnerU, CATL's blockbuster for the UPS application, offers a trailblazing solution for the replacement of lead-acid backup batteries with more environment friendly lithium-ion ones. By overcoming the high impedance of LFP materials, EnerU's 6 C solution achieves high power performance and high degree of safety at the same time. In addition to safety at cell level, EneU further guarantees its safety at system level through mechanical methods and thermal insulation materials. For single cell thermal runaway situation, there is no thermal propagation to adjacent cells.
At ees Europe 2022, CATL also displayed 48100 battery module for base stations, which features small size and light weight. Supported by substantially safe LFP cells and the 3U modular design, the product has greatly improved space utilization and service life. The 48100 base station can house up to 16 battery packs, and the number of packs can be flexibly adjusted to meet the requirements of different system backup time, which makes it compatible with multiple application scenarios.
Aside from showcasing its latest battery products and technologies at its booth B1.440, CATL also shared insights and innovative ideas on the future of energy storage with industry peers at the Intersolar Forum.
The year 2021 sees the leapfrogging development of CATL's energy storage business as it ranked first in the market share of global energy storage battery production for the first time. CATL has forged partnership with top-tier Chinese energy enterprises including China National Energy, SPIC, China Huadian Corporation, China Three Gorges Group, China Energy Engineering Corporation as well as key international players in the industry such as NextEra, Fluence, Wartsila, Tesla, Powin, Schneider Electric and Eaton, applying its advanced energy storage solutions in major markets including China, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, etc. In the future, CATL will join forces with more partners to promote energy transition and contribute to global efforts for carbon neutrality.
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NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --J.P. Morgan Real Estate Income Trust, Inc. ("JPMREIT") today announced that its registration statement on Form S-11 has been declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The initial public offering of common stock consists of up to $4,000,000 of Class T, Class S, Class D and Class I shares in the primary offering and up to $1,000,000 of shares pursuant to a distribution reinvestment plan. JPMREIT is externally advised and sponsored by J.P. Morgan Investment Management Inc. ("JPMIM" or the "Adviser").
JPMREIT's equity real estate investments will include a range of asset types with a focus on stabilized, income-generating properties. To a lesser extent, JPMREIT will also invest in real estate value creation opportunities that incorporate property refurbishment, redevelopment and development, which are expected to be owned long-term for both income generation and potential capital appreciation.
JPMREIT seeks to build a property portfolio comprised of approximately 75% stabilized, income-generating properties and 25% refurbishment, redevelopment and development properties. JPMREIT expects to invest in the property types helped by the manner in which the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated fundamental changes in the way Americans use real estate to consume, work and live and expects to qualify as a real estate investment trust for federal income tax purposes.
Shares in JPMREIT will be offered on a continuous basis at a price generally equal to the net asset value per share of each class of common stock, updated monthly. The initial per share purchase price was $10.00 per share, plus applicable upfront selling commissions and manager fees.
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GENEVA (AP) — Following the evacuation of some civilians from a steel mill besieged by Russian forces in the port of Mariupol, attention is turning to the fate of hundreds of Ukrainian troops still inside after weeks in the plant’s warren of underground tunnels and bunkers.
Their choice seems to be either fighting to the death or surrendering in hopes of being spared under the terms of international humanitarian law. But experts say the troops, who count both able-bodied and wounded among their ranks, are unlikely to be afforded an easy exit and may have difficulty getting out of the Azovstal steelworks as free men or even alive.
“They have the right to fight until they are dead, but if they surrender to Russia, they can be detained,” said Marco Sassoli, a professor of international law at the University of Geneva. “It’s simply their choice.”
With the soldiers’ futures hanging in the balance, Sassoli said it shouldn’t be ruled out that the Russians could treat them in accordance with international law: “It would be not accurate to say the these poor guys in Azovstal should not surrender to the Russians because the Russians will execute or torture them.”
Laurie Blank, a professor at Emory Law School in Atlanta who specializes in international humanitarian law and law of armed conflict, said injured fighters are considered “hors de combat” — literally “out of the fight” — and can be detained as prisoners of war.
“Russia could let the injured Ukrainian troops return to Ukrainian areas but is not required to,” she said.
The sprawling, seaside Azovstal mill is a key war objective for Russian forces as the last holdout of resistance in coastal southeastern Ukraine, after a grueling, obliterating siege of Mariupol.
The wives of at least two Ukrainian soldiers inside Azovstal have been in Rome pleading with the international community for an evacuation of the soldiers there, arguing they deserve the same rights as civilians.
Kateryna Prokopenko’s husband, Denys Prokopenko, commands the Azov Regiment that has been defending the plant during the Russian siege of Mariupol. She voiced a crescendo of concern on Thursday, telling The Associated Press: “Assault continues. Many dead and new injured.”
“They are waiting for the evacuation operation from Europe, or they will all die.”
Ukrainian authorities have also demanded that Russia offer the Azovstal soldiers a safe exit — with their weapons.
But experts say it would be nearly unprecedented for them to be simply allowed to walk free, not least because they could take up arms again and possibly cause Russian casualties.
“It is unlikely that Russia would allow Ukrainian troops to leave the plant with their weapons and nothing in the law would require that,” Blank said via email.
Instead, the Russian military has called on the troops inside Azovstal to lay down their arms and come out with white flags. It says those who surrender will not be killed, in line with international law.
The commanders of the Ukrainian resistance at the plant have repeatedly rejected deadlines that Russia gave for their surrender. But in a new video recording, the Azov Regiment’s deputy commander, Sviatoslav Palamar, said some soldiers should be allowed out – particularly injured ones – and he called directly upon Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for help.
“I personally appeal to the commander-in-chief to take care of wounded soldiers who are dying in agony from inadequate treatment,” he said.
In another video released over the weekend, Palamar indicated the Ukrainian fighters were ready to leave the plant, which was the older part of Mariupol not under Russian control.
”(We need) guarantees of third side (third parties), politicians, world leaders who will cooperate to negotiate with Russians to extract us from here,” he said.
“They (the Russians) don’t want to lose their soldiers, and we continue to keep resistance. So the best solution in this situation is our evacuation,” Palamar said. “Does it make sense to continue carrying this massacre?”
Doubts have swirled around Russia’s willingness to uphold its commitments regarding prisoners of war if the Azovstal fighters were taken captive due to a lack of information on how Ukrainian soldiers captured already have fared.
International humanitarian law “grants absolute protection to POWs against ill treatment and murder. Violations of these norms are war crimes,” Annyssa Bellal, a senior researcher and international humanitarian law expert at the Geneva Graduate Institute, said. “The respect of the norms, though, is dependent on the will of the parties to the conflict.”
International norms have allegedly been breached by both sides during 2 1/2 months of war, as seen in evidence of execution-style killings of civilians that emerged following Russian withdrawals near Kyiv, and the desecration of corpses that may have been Russian troops outside the city of Kharkiv.
Protections of POWs date back generations, including to the 1863 Lieber Code, which was drafted during the U.S. Civil War. Moscow itself benefitted significantly from such rules during World War II, when Nazi forces applied them at times with respect to Russian detainees.
Under the Geneva Conventions, POWs “must at all times be humanely treated” and may not be “subjected to physical mutilation or to medical or scientific experiments” that aren’t justified for health reasons. Members of armed forces who are wounded or sick, meanwhile, “shall be respected and protected in all circumstances.”
Unlike civilians, prisoners of war may be forcibly sent to other countries to keep them from returning from the battlefield.
A 2016 interpretive document for the Geneva Conventions says medical treatment of POWs is fundamental and “the person of the soldier who is wounded or sick, and who is therefore hors de combat, is from that moment inviolable.”
There are differences of interpretation, however, over whether injured combatants may be targeted in war, said Sassoli, who was on a three-person team commissioned by the Organization for Security Cooperation in Europe that travelled to Ukraine in March.
The International Committee of the Red Cross plays a crucial and nearly exclusive role in conflicts around the world mediating between combatants on matters such as arranging prisoner swaps and monitoring detainee conditions. Among other things, the ICRC collects names of POWs and reports back to their governments and families.
Yet the ICRC has not said whether it has met with any POWs in Russian custody since the war began Feb. 24, a silence that Sassoli said could be a “bad sign.”
Asked by AP whether ICRC has visited any war detainees, spokesman Jason Straziuso said briefly, “The issue of prisoners of war is extremely important and we are closely engaging with the parties to the conflict on the topic.” He declined to comment further.
On Tuesday, Pascal Hundt, the ICRC’s chief in Ukraine, told reporters that only civilians were covered in a Russian-Ukrainian deal that led to the recent evacuations from Azovstal. And he expressed uncertainty that anyone else might get out.
“The ICRC has little leverage when it comes to reaching a cease-fire agreement, and it is up to the parties to find agreement and to get these people out,” Hundt said. “We’ll continue to push even if the hope is close to zero, we’ll just continue to push — and we stand ready to go there.”
For the families of the holed-up troops, the despair was rising with every blast of artillery shell and any step of advance of Russian forces.
“They stand till the end. They only hope for a miracle,” said Kateryna Prokopenko, before turning to recent words from her husband. “He said that he loves me and will love me forever. I am going mad from this. It seemed like words of goodbye.”
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PRINCETON, N.J., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CytoSorbents Corporation (NASDAQ: CTSO), a leader in the treatment of life-threatening conditions in the intensive care unit and cardiac surgery using blood purification, will host its Annual Meeting virtually on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern. Stockholders of record as of April 14, 2022 will be able to virtually join and submit questions, and those that have not yet voted will be able to vote their shares electronically at the meeting.
To participate in the virtual meeting, visit www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/CTSO2022 and enter the 16-digit control number found on your "Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials" Proxy Card or voting instruction form you previously received.
The Annual Meeting webcast will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time and online check-in will begin at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. We encourage stockholders of record to access the Annual Meeting 30 minutes prior to the start time, to allow ample time for check-in procedures. Technicians will be ready to assist with any technical difficulties you may have accessing the virtual Annual Meeting. A phone number where you can obtain technical assistance will be made available on the Stockholder Meeting Link 30 minutes prior to the Annual Meeting.
An archived recording of CytoSorbents' 2022 Annual Meeting webcast will be available under the Investor Relations portion of the Company's website at Events & Presentations - Cytosorbents, and will be available for no less than 90 days following the Annual Meeting.
CytoSorbents Corporation is a leader in the treatment of life-threatening conditions in intensive care and cardiac surgery using blood purification. Its flagship product, CytoSorb®, is approved in the European Union with distribution in more than 70 countries around the world as an extracorporeal cytokine adsorber designed to reduce the "cytokine storm" or "cytokine release syndrome" seen in common critical illnesses that may result in massive inflammation, organ failure and patient death. These are conditions where the risk of death can be extremely high, yet few to no effective treatments exist. CytoSorb is also being used during and after cardiothoracic surgery to remove inflammatory mediators that can lead to post-operative complications, including multiple organ failure. More than 170,000 cumulative CytoSorb devices have been utilized as of March 31, 2022. CytoSorb was originally introduced into the European Union under CE-Mark as a first-in-kind cytokine adsorber. Additional CE-Mark label expansions were received for the removal of bilirubin and myoglobin in clinical conditions such as liver disease and trauma, respectively, and both ticagrelor and rivaroxaban during cardiothoracic surgery. CytoSorb has also received FDA Emergency Use Authorization in the United States for use in adult critically ill COVID-19 patients with imminent or confirmed respiratory failure. The DrugSorb™-ATR Antithrombotic Removal System, which is based on the same polymer technology as CytoSorb, has also been granted FDA Breakthrough Designation for the removal of ticagrelor, as well as FDA Breakthrough Designation for the removal of the direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) drugs, apixaban and rivaroxaban, in a cardiopulmonary bypass circuit during urgent cardiothoracic surgery. The Company has initiated two FDA approved pivotal trials designed to support U.S. marketing approval of DrugSorb-ATR. The first is the 120-patient, 30 center STAR-T (Safe and Timely Antithrombotic Removal-Ticagrelor) randomized, controlled trial evaluating the ability of intraoperative DrugSorb-ATR use to reduce perioperative bleeding risk in patients on ticagrelor undergoing cardiothoracic surgery. The second is the 120-patient, 30 center STAR‑D (Safe and Timely Antithrombotic Removal-Direct Oral Anticoagulants) randomized, controlled trial, evaluating the intraoperative use of DrugSorb–ATR to reduce perioperative bleeding risk in patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgery on direct oral anticoagulants, including apixaban and rivaroxaban.
CytoSorbents' purification technologies are based on biocompatible, highly porous polymer beads that can actively remove toxic substances from blood and other bodily fluids by pore capture and surface adsorption. Its technologies have received non-dilutive grant, contract, and other funding of more than $39.5 million from DARPA, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), the U.S. Army, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM), Air Force Material Command (USAF/AFMC), and others. The Company has numerous marketed products and products under development based upon this unique blood purification technology protected by many issued U.S. and international patents and registered trademarks, and multiple patent applications pending, including ECOS-300CY®, CytoSorb-XL™, HemoDefend-RBC™, HemoDefend-BGA™, VetResQ®, K+ontrol™, DrugSorb™, DrugSorb™-ATR, ContrastSorb, and others. For more information, please visit the Company's websites at www.cytosorbents.com and www.cytosorb.com or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilson Daniels is pleased to announce the addition of Domaine Faiveley to its national portfolio beginning January 1, 2023. Since founding the Domaine in 1825, the Faiveley family has been committed to creating wines of exceptional purity that represent the unique character of Burgundy's diverse terroirs. Today, led by seventh generation Erwan and Eve Faiveley, Domaine Faiveley is one of the largest owners of vineyards in Burgundy totaling 331 acres, of which 30 acres are grands crus and 67 acres are premiers crus.
"I am absolutely thrilled to welcome the Faiveley family to Wilson Daniels," said Rocco Lombardo, President of Wilson Daniels. "Across seven generations, the family's deep attachment to the Bourgogne region and instinctive passion for its terroirs have allowed them to assemble an unparalleled portfolio of vineyard holdings, from the Côte Chalonnaise extending north to the Côte de Nuits. The Faiveleys have always remained steadfast in their commitment to family, regional heritage, and hard work to curate wines of distinction and longevity. These are values we also share at Wilson Daniels, and our team is both humbled and proud to begin representing Domaine Faiveley in the US at the start of the new year."
Domaine Faiveley was founded in 1825 by Pierre Faiveley, and over the years, the winery has been shaped by each generation through its judicious acquisition of remarkable climats. In addition to laying the groundwork for a strong export business with the family's first exports to Northern Europe, second generation Joseph Faiveley acquired the Monopole Corton Clos des Cortons Faiveley Grand Cru and several parcels in Nuits-Saint-Georges. Under third generation François Faiveley, the family further expanded its holdings in Nuits-Saint-Georges and purchased the iconic Clos-de-Vougeot Grand Cru parcel.
During the economic crisis of the 1930s, the charismatic Georges Faiveley (fourth generation) co-founded the 'Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin' brotherhood as a means of bringing his friends together to enjoy their wines at a time when few were able to purchase them. The success of the brotherhood contributed to the revival of Burgundy, and Georges was able to purchase prestigious grands crus and premiers crus climats in Chambertin. Georges was also granted a 30-year lease for several parcels in the Côte Chalonnaise, which his son Guy Faiveley went on to purchase in 1963.
François Faiveley, the sixth generation, joined the Domaine in 1976, and followed in his forefathers' footsteps by purchasing vine parcels in the Montagny and Mercurey appellations as well as two renowned monopoles, the Premier Cru Clos des Issarts Monopole in Gevrey-Chambertin and Premier Cru Clos de l'Ecu Monopole in Beaune. His wines are rich and concentrated, and known for their exceptional longevity.
In 2005, Erwan Faiveley, François' son, assumed the helm of Domaine Faiveley, and his first initiative was to invest in new winemaking facilities, thus ensuring the continued excellence of the wines. In 2014, Erwan was joined by his sister Eve, the first daughter in seven generations, and together they work to preserve the legacy of the Domaine for future generations. As part of this effort, the Domaine obtained its High Environmental Value Certification (HVE) in 2019, serving as a testament to its careful cultivation practices and desire to keep environmental impact to a minimum.
"We are privileged to have inherited such a rich winemaking legacy from our father and the generations before, and it's our duty to do everything we can to honor that heritage," said Erwan Faiveley. "My sister and I see ourselves as stewards of the Domaine, and with Wilson Daniels, we've found a partner who not only appreciates our commitment to heritage and excellence, but also intimately understands the nuances of the fine wine world in the US. We're excited to embark on this new partnership, and look forward to sharing our wines with Wilson Daniels' range of customers and collectors."
On January 1, 2023, Wilson Daniels will assume national representation of the full range from Domaine Faiveley.
Founded in 1978, Wilson Daniels is a fully integrated, family-owned marketing and sales company representing a highly selective portfolio of the world's most distinctive wines. Wilson Daniels continues to pursue and elevate the standards of excellence set by founders Win Wilson and Jack Daniels through developing long-term, strategic partnerships with luxury producers that possess profound respect for terroir and are benchmarks in their region. To learn more about Wilson Daniels, visit www.wilsondaniels.com.
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The woman who fled to Costa Rica after allegedly killing an elite cyclist in Texas used several aliases and a passport that belongs to someone "closely associated with her," a spokesperson for the US Marshals Service said Thursday.
Kaitlin Marie Armstrong, 34, is suspected of fatally shooting Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson at an Austin home on May 11, according to authorities. A week later, she was seen at New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport, where she boarded a flight to San Jose, Costa Rica, according to the US Marshals Service.
Armstrong was captured in Costa Rica on June 29 and was deported to the US on July 2 to face a murder charge.
CNN on Thursday reached out to an attorney listed as representing Armstrong.
Wilson was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds at the home of a friend, authorities said. She had told her friend she was going for an afternoon swim with Colin Strickland, 35, a professional cyclist and Armstrong's boyfriend. He told police he and Wilson swam and ate dinner, and he dropped her off at the friend's home, according to an arrest affidavit in Travis County District Court.
Investigators have said romantic jealousy might have been a motivating factor in the killing.
Armstrong's journey in Costa Rica took her from the capital of San Jose to Jaco Beach and Santa Teresa Beach, said Deputy US Marshal Brandon Filla, a spokesperson for the US Marshals' office in Austin. Both Jaco Beach and Santa Teresa Beach are on the Pacific Coast.
"It was discovered Armstrong used different names, aliases, under the alias of Beth Martin, Liz and Ari Martin," Filla said during a news conference Thursday. Armstrong used these names at yoga studios and other lodgings, he said.
Filla did not identify whose passport Armstrong allegedly used.
While in Costa Rica, Armstrong was "really trying" to build something so she could instruct yoga, Filla said.
But investigators were on her trail, using "old-fashioned law enforcement techniques," he said.
Investigators focused on the bus Armstrong took from San Jose airport. "They knew the route of that bus, and so that's where they started boots on the ground," he said.
She was also using the aliases for her signature, and "that really started the trail of narrowing down a path on Kaitlin Armstrong," Filla said.
She also had altered her physical appearance. "She dyed her hair brown. She cropped her hair shorter to about shoulder length," Filla said.
The officials went door to door conducting interviews at yoga establishments and hostels, which led them to Santa Teresa where she was taken into custody.
But life as a fugitive appeared to take its toll.
"Speaking with the foreign nationals there in Costa Rica, I'd say she was exhausted," Filla said, adding, "When she was encountered by uniformed officers in Costa Rica, she didn't give her true identity at first, but when she was taken into custody and questioned, you know, minutes later, then she finally confessed to her true identity."
Armstrong was detained for violating Costa Rican law for fraudulently using of a passport, according to Filla.
She is being housed at the Travis County Jail in Austin, according to jail records. Armstrong is also facing an added federal charge of unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.
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- The initiative was introduced in the ESG Report 2021 published today
- The company to focus on "Carbon Negative" after achieving carbon neutrality across the entire value chain by 2050
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Energy Solution (LGES; 373220) announced its plan to achieve RE100 at all of its global production sites by 2025.
In its ESG Report 2021, which was published today, the company stated that it will complete its conversion to RE100 across all its global battery manufacturing sites (in Korea, North America, Europe, China, etc.), which means they will run entirely on renewable energy.
RE100 is the acronym for "Renewable Electricity 100%," a global initiative for businesses to convert the 100% of their energy sources to renewable energies, such as wind and solar.
According to the RE100 2021 Annual Disclosure Report released by international non-profit, Climate Group, and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), LGES global business sites' conversion rate to renewable energy reached 33% in 2020, the highest percentage among the 14 domestic companies committed to the RE100 initiative. The company now aims to boost its conversion rate to exceed 60% by the end of this year.
LGES also announced a specific roadmap to successfully complete this mid- to long-term initiative and realize carbon neutrality, which centers around the previously mentioned goal for RE100.
The company first plans to achieve RE100 at every global production site by 2025, with its non-manufacturing business sites, such as R&D centers, to follow by 2030. By 2040, LGES intends to implement the reinforced version of carbon neutrality, which entails converting all energy sources aside from electricity, including fuels and gas, to renewable energy sources. By 2050, the company will have achieved carbon neutrality across the entire value chain, from mining resources all the way up to manufacturing the batteries, with its suppliers also achieving RE100 within their own businesses.
"We will achieve RE100 across the entire value chain by 2050 by monitoring our suppliers' carbon emissions, endorsing their RE100 participation and encouraging their carbon reduction campaigns," said LGES. "After that, we will actively pursue our goal of becoming 'Carbon Negative,' converting carbon emissions to minus values."
In the recently published ESG Report, LGES also introduced its visions and accomplishments in four priority tasks for successful ESG management. These tasks are as follows: 1) Beyond Carbon Neutrality, 2) Perfect Closed Loop, 3) Supply Chain Sustainability, 4) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion.
First, the company aims to establish a perfect closed loop by achieving zero waste to landfill across all business sites by 2023. To make this happen, LGES is developing various technologies to properly dispose of waste, with the goal of acquiring Landfill Zero certification for every business site by the end of next year.
In this respect, China's Nanjing LGESNJ Plant has already attained the highest platinum rating from Underwriters Laboratories (UL), the global certification agency. Also, the company's Michigan plant (LGESMI) has been certified as Landfill Zero for five consecutive years (since 2018) by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF), for its less than 1% of the overall landfill rate (waste sent to landfill as a proportion of the waste generated).
Next, LGES is committing its efforts to ensure the sustainability of supply chain by carrying out inspections and improvement activities at its domestic and overseas business sites, as well as suppliers, in accordance with the Responsible Business Alliance's (RBA) Code of Conduct. Through these efforts, the company specifically aims to prevent the risks associated with labor, health & safety, environment, and business ethics. In November 2021, LGES became the first Korean battery manufacturer to join the RBA, a global coalition dedicated to sustainability in global supply chains.
Last, LGES will pursue an organizational culture that takes into account diversity, equity, and inclusion. The company is putting efforts into establishing a culture in which 1) all members respect each other without engaging in discrimination on ethnicity, nationality, gender, religion, or disorder, 2) all members are subjected to fair treatment, and 3) mutual understanding and respect among all employees are present.
"LG Energy Solution has established a sharing culture to create an environment in which outstanding individuals from various backgrounds can come together to create the best output and focus on key tasks," said LGES.
The six key organizational culture activities include: 1) reporting and meeting culture focused on key tasks, 2) autonomous working culture solely focused on performance, 3) horizonal culture with no titles attached, 4) positive culture full of gratitude and praise, 5) pleasant workplace culture that cares for physical and mental wellness, and 6) sharing culture that conveys love to one's neighbors.
In addition, the ESG Report 2021 highlights the ESG activities executed by not only LGES's employees in Korea and overseas, but also employees from the supplier side. The report also bears meaning as it was printed on 100% recycled papers using soy ink.
"The battery, by nature, is closely related to the concept of eco-friendliness, and is a key driver to sustainable life and a core industry of the future," said Youngsoo Kwon, CEO of LG Energy Solution on his preface. "Going a step further from carbon neutrality, we will pursue 'Carbon Negative' as our ultimate goal in all aspects of management and commit our best efforts to demonstrate our leadership in countering global climate change."
About LG Energy Solution
LG Energy Solution (KRX: 373220), a split-off from LG Chem, is a leading global manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, mobility, IT, and energy storage systems. With 30 years of experience in revolutionary battery technology and extensive research and development (R&D), the company is the top battery-related patent holder in the world with over 24,000 patents. Its robust global network, which spans North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, includes battery manufacturing facilities established through joint ventures with major automakers such as General Motors, Stellantis N.V. and Hyundai Motor Group. At the forefront of green business and sustainability, LG Energy Solution aims to achieve carbon neutral operations by 2050, while embodying the value of shared growth and promoting diverse and inclusive corporate culture. To learn more about LG Energy Solution's ideas and innovations, visit https://www.lgensol.com.
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GOP lawmakers aided Trump election challenge before warning against it, texts show
(CNN) - Two Republicans, once former President Donald Trump’s allies in Congress, called on the administration to stand down after the 2020 election.
Sen. Mike Lee of Utah and Rep. Chip Roy of Texas went from encouraging the White House efforts to overturn the results to ultimately warning about the consequences.
Dozens of private texts to Trump Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, obtained by CNN, show how they were trying to help initially, but by the end, they raised concerns to Trump’s top deputy about his campaign’s effort to stand in the way of the election’s certification.
“We’re driving a stake in the heart of the federal republic,” Roy warned Meadows in a text Jan. 1.
The texts, starting right after the election and going through early January 2021, are now in the possession of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
Roy’s stark warning came after weeks of begging Meadows for hard evidence of election fraud and concerns that the lack of specific evidence was a real problem for the Trump legal team.
“We must urge the president to tone down the rhetoric,” he wrote to Meadows on Nov. 9.
Roy did believe that there were problems with the election. In early December, he went to the House floor imploring his colleagues to look into the thin examples of fraud.
“The American people are raising legitimate questions about the election, and this body is missing in action and doing nothing,” he said Dec. 9.
Lee also started out hopeful there was a path to challenge the election results. In early November, he touted the work of conservative lawyer Sydney Powell, encouraging Meadows to get her an audience with the president and calling her a “straight shooter.”
Less than two weeks later, Powell appeared with Rudy Giuliani in what would become an infamous news conference where the duo made wild, baseless claims.
Lee then changed his tune, calling Powell a “liability” and turning his focus to touting attorney John Eastman.
Lee pushed a plan to convince state legislatures to offer up a set of alternate electors. When that plan fizzled, he decided he was no longer on board.
He texted Meadows on Dec. 16, “I think we’re now passed the point where we can expect anyone will do it without some direction and a strong evidentiary argument.”
Lee and Roy ultimately chose not to join other Republicans to vote against certifying the election.
“Our job is to open and then count, open then count. That’s it. That’s all there is,” Lee said on the Senate floor Jan. 6.
Privately, they were even more emphatic about the Trump team’s efforts.
“The president should call everyone off. It’s the only path,” Roy texted Meadows on Dec. 31.
Lee argued the effort to challenge the election certification was on dangerous constitutional ground.
Three days before Jan. 6, he warned, “I know only that this will end badly for the president unless we have the Constitution on our side.”
They did not, but the Trump team and a group of loyal Republicans went ahead with their plan anyway.
As it became clear their effort would not be successful, hundreds of Trump supporters stormed the Capitol in protest.
As the violence was raging, Roy texted Meadows, “Fix this now.”
He then went to the House floor and placed the blame squarely at Trump’s feet.
“The president should never have spun up certain Americans to believe something that simply cannot be,” Roy said Jan. 6.
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A Black firefighter in upstate New York alleges a commanding officer pressured him to attend a private party in July that contained racist imagery.
Jerrod Jones, a 14-year veteran of the Rochester Fire Department, filed a notice of claim August 11 saying the private party occurred in a Rochester home in one of the city's wealthiest communities. The notice of claim is an administrative filing required in New York before Jones may file a lawsuit in court against the city and its fire department.
Jones said he was led to believe he was attending a community event and was immediately uneasy as he arrived at the party where he noticed a large cut-out of former President Donald Trump as well as two large Juneteenth flags with buckets of Kentucky Fried Chicken "prominently displayed," according to the filing.
When Jones expressed concern that it was a private party, the filing noted, his captain, Jeffrey Krywy, assured him and two other on-duty colleagues that it was an outdoor event and in their district. Jones also said the commanding officer wanted him and his colleagues in uniform.
In a press conference last week with his attorney, Jones said while he wishes he didn't have to publicly speak against the fire department he loves, he felt like he had to for things to change.
"It means a lot to me when I put that uniform on and I've always wanted to represent my city in the correct manner, in a decent manner, honorable manner," Jones said. "And what I had to experience a month ago it cut me very deeply."
According to the notice of claim, Jones said he reported the incident the day after the party, but was assigned to work with Krywy on subsequent days, leaving him "in disbelief." The notice of claim also said Jones has subsequently taken a leave of absence and is "suffering emotional distress and fear of retaliation" with pressure from several firefighters "including elected officials" to remain silent. The notice alleges a claim under New York's Human Rights Law, alleging Jones was discriminated against and subjected to a hostile work environment based on his race.
Rochester Mayor Malik Evans issued a statement Tuesday saying an internal investigation into the allegations is complete and that Krywy decided to retire prior to the beginning of termination proceedings against him.
On Friday, August 12, Krywy was delivered the determination of the investigation, requiring him to leave the service, according to the mayor's office. As of Monday, he has chosen to retire before termination proceedings begin, the mayor's office said in a statement.
CNN has been unable to reach Krywy or his attorney for comment. He was not named as a defendant in the claim.
In response to Evans's statement, Jones's attorney Nate McMurray in a tweet Tuesday said it's "troubling" that the mayor's statement only came after Jones went public with the incident.
"There has not been an independent review of how this happened and who was involved. There are no concrete changes to guarantee it can never happen again. And my client remains at risk, subject to threats and a hostile workplace, just years away from his own well-earned pension," McMurray said in another tweet.
The claim also stated Jones saw pictures of various local Democratic lawmakers on stakes around the backyard. One of the other firefighters named in the claim allegedly expressed regret at attending the party and told Jones the group shouldn't be there. According to the notice of claim, firefighters are not allowed to attend partisan political events based on department rules.
The notice of claim alleges Krywy engaged fully with the party, its hosts and guests, and ordered the three firefighters to not take pictures.
The Rochester firefighter's union tweeted a statement last week before the city's internal investigation was completed Friday saying they find the allegations regarding the party to be "extremely disturbing."
"Our union has zero tolerance for racist attitudes and behaviors, either on or off our jobs," the statement said. " We will await the findings and details of a full investigation of this matter, before making further comments or taking responsive actions."
In last week's press conference, Jones said he's spoke up because he felt obligated to do the right thing.
"Traditionally in the firehouse we handle things like a family does, in house," Jones said. "Things don't make it out to the public eye but every once in a while, something happens that can't be handled in house. This is one of those things. This is one of those times."
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Boxer Amir Khan says he was robbed at gunpoint in London
By Matias Grez, CNN
Boxer Amir Khan says was he robbed at gunpoint on Monday while he was out in London with wife Faryal Makhdoom.
“Just had my watch taken off me at gun point in East London, Leyton,” Khan wrote on Twitter.
“I crossed the road with Faryal, luckily she was few steps behind me. 2 men ran to me, he asked for my watch whist having a gun pointed in my face. The main thing is we’re both safe.”
The Metropolitan Police said in a statement sent to CNN that they had been called just after 9 p.m. on Monday to Leyton in east London.
“A man aged in his 30s is alleged to have been approached by two males who threatened him with a firearm before stealing his watch and fleeing,” the statement read.
“There were no reports of any shots fired or any injuries. Police responded and conducted an area search. At this very early stage there have been no arrests.
“An investigation has begun and police are following a number of enquiries.”
Khan last fought back in February when he was beaten by Kell Brook via a stoppage in Manchester.
Now 35, Khan won Olympic silver for Great Britain in 2004 as a 17-year-old and as a professional was crowned world champion after winning the WBA light-welterweight title in 2009.
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The Snapshot Offers Advisors the Capability to Summarize Key Financial Planning Charts into a Single Page
SHELTON, Conn., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RightCapital, the fastest-growing financial planning solution* that provides modern, interactive features for today's financial advisors, announced the Snapshot feature for creating personalized plan summaries. The Snapshot feature enables advisors to dynamically organize key charts and highlights from each client's plan in one place to make it easy to understand and share with the client.
The Snapshot feature offers advisors the capability to summarize key financial planning charts into a single page, along with these key benefits:
- Simple: Organize key charts and highlights from each client's plan into a single- or multi-page layout by adding, removing or rearranging the content widgets.
- Personalized: Add personalized notes or comments using a free-form text box.
- Easy to share: Share the Snapshot from the secure Client Portal or as a PDF.
"Many financial advisors told us they were spending too many hours cobbling together a one-page plan for each client using tools like Excel, PowerPoint or Canva," said Shuang Chen, co-founder and CEO of RightCapital. "We came up with the Snapshot feature to solve this problem for our advisor community. RightCapital is all about simplifying the complexity behind financial planning and this is one of many ways we try to accomplish that."
"My clients don't want an 80-page planning document they will never look at once they leave my office. So I've been creating one-page summary plans for them using Excel. But creating these plans manually has been time-consuming and complex," said Kirk Sheby, financial advisor at Sheby Financial Group. "RightCapital's Snapshot feature empowers me to create a personalized plan for each client by simply adding, subtracting and rearranging charts. These Snapshot reports will not only save me a lot of time but also keep my clients engaged in their financial planning process over the years."
"I will use RightCapital Snapshots as a financial dashboard for my clients – it will start as a tool to guide our discussion and finish as a tangible takeaway," said Jonny West, CFP®, Better Planning Better Life. "Snapshot reports succinctly communicate where clients are, where they want to be and the actions we will take to help them achieve their financial goals. These personalized Snapshots will have a big impact for my clients and RightCapital makes it so easy to create them."
"I've been using a proprietary report template that I create manually to share key metrics and stats with each client for a couple of years. RightCapital's new Snapshot feature will now save roughly 20 minutes per each report I create," said Travis Gatzemeier, CFP®, founder and financial planner at Kinetix Financial Planning. "Snapshot is a game-changer for financial advisors who want to share customized reports with clients in a simple, focused way."
The Snapshot feature is available to all RightCapital subscribers. To learn more, schedule your personalized RightCapital demo at https://www.rightcapital.com/book-demo or visit https://www.rightcapital.com/snapshot.
About RightCapital
RightCapital's mission is to create Right Plans for Real People™. RightCapital is used by thousands of financial advisors to grow their practices and set their clients on the path to financial success. Founded in 2015, RightCapital is the fastest-growing financial planning software with the highest user satisfaction among advisors*. Our modern, intuitive features make the financial planning process a breeze. From interactive retirement scenarios and tax-efficient distributions to insurance evaluation, student loan management and estate planning, we simplify the complexity of financial planning so anyone can understand how to plan for their future. For more information visit www.RightCapital.com.
*Source: The Kitces Report Volume 1, 2021 and Volume 1, 2020
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SINGAPORE, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HistoIndex, a global leading artificial intelligence digital pathology (AI-DP) provider, is very pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. David John Jeans CBE as Non-Executive Director of the company's Board. John brings with him a global and diverse experience in life sciences, along with a deep interest in healthcare technologies to improve clinical standards and care for patients. His vast professional background spans more than 45 years in medical devices, pharmaceutical development, in-vivo and in-vitro diagnostics encompassing research, product development, manufacturing, and commercialisation.
John will provide guidance to the senior management at HistoIndex to transform histopathological standards in diagnostics and drug development with the global adoption of stain-free AI digital pathology for fibrotic diseases.
Says John, ''I am thrilled to be appointed to the Board of Directors and to support the continued progress of HistoIndex, a leading stain-free digital pathology provider involved in clinical trials for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) and other fibrotic diseases. With our mutual aspirations in enhancing the quality of pathology standards with artificial intelligence, we are confident of initiating better outcomes for drug development and patient care in HistoIndex's global disease portfolios."
John has helmed senior leadership positions in international healthcare corporations such as Smith & Nephew, Bristol Myers Squibb, Johnson & Johnson and Amersham plc, which is now GE Healthcare. He was previously the Chairman of Cardiff University, Deputy Chief Executive of the Medical Research Council, chaired the Trustee Board of MRC Technology, involved in the Science Advisory Council for Wales, and served as Trustee of the Francis Crick Institute. He is currently the Chairman of the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre in Scotland and notably in Singapore, John is a co-Chair of the Strategic Advisory Panel at the Diagnostics Development Hub (DxD Hub), led by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR).
In 2012, John was awarded the Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his significant contributions to Life Sciences, Healthcare and Science. And in 2014, he was appointed by then-Prime Minister of Great Britain, Mr. David Cameron, as the Life Science Champion for the medical technology sector. In 2021, John was awarded a Public Service Medal by The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) in Singapore.
Says Dr. Gideon Ho, Chief Executive Officer of HistoIndex, "All of us at HistoIndex are very delighted to welcome Dr. John Jeans, a renowned thought leader and visionary in the life sciences space. I envision that John's wealth of experience and insights along with his enthusiasm for healthcare innovation will further reinforce our multidisciplinary Board and propel HistoIndex to greater heights as a leading AI digital pathology provider.
About HistoIndex
Founded in Singapore, HistoIndex is a leading MedTech/Healthcare company that specializes in its proprietary integrated stain-free AI digital pathology platform. Enabled by Second Harmonic Generation (SHG) and Two-Photon Excitation (TPE) along with automated imaging analysis algorithms, the integrated platform accurately quantifies histological features and fine measurements that are critical for the evaluation of therapeutic efficacy in clinical trials. The stain-free AI platform is currently involved in multiple FDA clinical trials for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). In addition, it has benefitted more than 150 research and academic institutes, CROs and biopharma companies around the world in drug discovery and development efforts for fibrotic diseases and cancers.
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Kansas High Court revokes probation of man who habitually violated requirements
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Supreme Court has affirmed a lower court’s decision to revoke probation and send a man to prison after he habitually violated his probation requirements.
The Kansas Supreme Court says in the matter of Appeal No. 122,331: State of Kansas v. Jeremiah J. Tafolla, it has affirmed the Sedgwick Co. District Court’s decision to revoke Tafolla’s probation under an exception to the dispositional departure and will impose his original prison sentence.
When the Supreme Court said the district court revoked Tafolla’s probation, it said it did not expressly stat that it had relied on the dispositional departure exception.
A Court of Appeals panel affirmed by a two-thirds majority and Tafolla petitioned for review.
In an opinion written by Justice Melissa Standridge, the Court said it affirmed the panel and found there was no abuse of discretion by the court.
The Court rejected Tafolla’s argument that particularized findings were required for the district court to use the exception as the basis for revoking probation.
Justice Eric Rosen dissented.
In Kansas, once a probation violation has been established it is up to the district court to revoke probation and impose the original sentence unless it is otherwise limited by statute. The appellate court reviews the decision for an abuse of discretion.
Court records indicate in February 2019, Tafolla failed to register under the Kansas Offender Registration Act, to which he pleaded guilty for a joint sentencing recommendation. One week after he was sentenced in September 2019, he had violated the terms of his probation and submitted a urine sample that tested positive for meth/amphetamines, cocaine and THC. In October, he admitted to that violation.
A month later, in November, court records show Tafolla again submitted a urine sample that tested positive for amphetamines and methamphetamines.
Tafolla will now face his original 136-month - 11.3-year - prison sentence.
Tafolla was convicted for possession of depressants/stimulants/steroids/hallucinogenics with intent to distribute in 1999, aggravated battery of a law enforcement officer with intentional bodily harm in 2003, aggravated escape from custody in 2004, aggravated assault in 2011, violation of the Kansas Offender Registration Act for the first time in 2014 and violation of KORA for the second time in 2019.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — As Wisconsin’s longest-serving Assembly speaker, Republican Robin Vos has presided over efforts to restrict abortions, weaken unions, expand gun rights and push back against COVID-19 mandates. Despite that, he’s facing a primary challenger who claims he’s not conservative enough.
The challenger’s argument: Vos should do more to respond to former President Donald Trump’s unfounded allegations of fraud in the 2020 election.
Primary challengers like the one facing Vos next Tuesday have been successfully targeting incumbent state lawmakers across the country, and Republicans are taking the brunt of it.
With more than half the state legislative primaries concluded, Republican incumbents this year have been losing at nearly twice the average rate of the past decade, according to data compiled for The Associated Press by the election tracking organization Ballotpedia. The primary loss rate for Democratic state lawmakers is similar to previous elections.
The Republican losses continued to mount Tuesday, as Trump-endorsed candidates ousted incumbent state senators in Arizona and Michigan and a conservative challenger beat the assistant majority leader of the Missouri Senate. Though not technically an incumbent, Arizona House Speaker Rusty Bowers also lost a bid for state Senate after being criticized for refusing to help Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
In many cases, Republican lawmakers are being defeated by challengers portraying themselves as more conservative on election integrity, transgender policies, school instruction and other hot-button issues.
“We have a far-right faction that is very dissatisfied with what’s happening on the left. So if you are not rabidly a fanatic that just punches every button, then you’re going to have an issue,” said Arkansas state Rep. Craig Christiansen, who lost in a Republican primary earlier this year.
Though Christiansen considers himself “very conservative,” he drew multiple challengers and failed to advance to a runoff. That came after he voted against overriding Republican Gov. Asa Hutchinson’s veto of legislation making Arkansas the first state banning gender-confirming treatments for those younger than 18. Christiansen said he considered the legislation unconstitutional, because it lacked an exception for youths already undergoing such treatments.
Vos, who has served as Wisconsin Assembly speaker since 2013, has taken sharp criticism for not pursuing a resolution decertifying Democrat Joe Biden’s victory in the state. Trump endorsed his Republican challenger, Adam Steen, saying that “Vos refused to do anything to right the wrongs that were done” in the 2020 election.
Under pressure from Trump, Vos hired former state Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman last year to investigate the election. Gableman said decertifying the election was “a practical impossibility.”
Steen said he decided to challenge Vos because he failed to pass legislation outlawing absentee ballot drop boxes ahead of the 2020 election and hasn’t pushed for tougher consequences for voter fraud, among other things.
“Conservatism as a whole has been lethargic,” Steen said. “We lack vision, and I think that vision is coming back.”
Vos said Steen is running on hyperbole. He said Gov. Tony Evers, a Democrat, poses the real obstacle to conservatives. Evers, for example, vetoed Republican bills that would have made it harder to vote absentee.
“If we don’t get a Republican governor, (Steen) would have less success than I had,” Vos said.
Vos is one of nine GOP Wisconsin lawmakers facing primaries. Though the challengers face an uphill fight, they could push the already conservative Legislature even further right if they notch a few victories. That would mark a significant shift in a state that plays a crucial role in national elections.
Twenty-seven states had held legislative primaries or conventions before Tuesday. In those, at least 110 Republican incumbents and 33 Democrats had been defeated. The Republican loss rate of 7.1% far exceeds the Democratic rate of 2.8%. It also significantly exceeds the 3.6% average Republican incumbent loss rate over the previous decade in those states, as well as the 4.4% Republican loss rate in those states during the last redistricting election cycle in 2012.
Idaho voters have led the way in ousting Republican incumbents, defeating 18 GOP lawmakers — or 30% of those who sought reelection — even while choosing GOP Gov. Brad Little over a Trump-backed challenger who claimed he wasn’t conservative enough. The losers included three lawmakers representing Kootenai County in northern Idaho, where a local Republican committee recommended conservative challengers against some incumbents after a lengthy vetting process.
“People have kind of had it, and they’re willing to get up and vote,” said Brent Regan, chair of the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee.
In Iowa, Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds endorsed primary opponents to four GOP state House members who hadn’t supported her plan to provide taxpayer-funded scholarships for students to attend private schools. All four incumbents lost, including House Education Committee Chairman Dustin Hite.
Even in some Democratic-dominated states, Republican primary voters have ousted incumbents deemed not conservative enough.
Illinois state Rep. David Welter, one of nine Republican lawmakers booted from the chamber in February for ignoring COVID-19 protocols to wear masks, lost his primary in June to a challenger who claimed Welter wasn’t Republican enough. Challenger Jed Davis criticized Welter’s votes for the Equal Rights Amendment and a construction bill containing a gas tax hike, among other things.
Davis also derided Welter’s connections to U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger of Illinois, who became a GOP outcast after voting to impeach Trump and participating in the Democratic-led House panel investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. Welter once worked for Kinzinger’s campaign and received $32,500 in contributions since 2021 from committees associated with Kinzinger.
“People pegged me as more of a moderate,” Welter said. “I’m now going to be replaced by somebody who is really, really far to the extreme on the right.”
Welter believes redistricting after the 2020 census also played a role in his defeat by shifting the voters he represented.
In states where partisan officials controlled redistricting, such as Illinois, the maps enacted for the 2022 elections often contained “more and more extreme partisan gerrymanders,” according to a recent analysis by political scientists and data experts.
When legislative districts tilt further right or left, incumbents are more likely to face challengers, and candidates who take more extreme positions are more likely to win, according to an analysis in a forthcoming book by Saint Louis University political scientist Steven Rogers.
Wisconsin’s state legislative districts had some of the largest pro-Republican tilts among all states during the past decade and underwent only minor changes before this year’s election.
Most of the challengers there are likely to lose, said University of Wisconsin-La Crosse political scientist Anthony Chergosky. But they still could leave their mark by forcing incumbents further right to please the GOP base that votes in primaries.
“We are just experiencing a real scramble for power within the Republican Party right now,” he said. “President Trump is really flexing his muscles in directing activists in the party against people like Robin Vos. Anyone in a position of authority in the Republican Party is a target.”
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Lieb reported from Jefferson City, Mo.
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CryptoChart Lite™ Medical Image Sharing System Provides Secure Medical Imaging and Digital Records Transfer via QR Code
SALT LAKE CITY, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novarad announced today the release of CryptoChart Lite, a new web-only version of the CryptoChart™ medical image sharing system, which provides secure digital health records storage and transfer via encrypted QR code or web access code. The healthcare technology company is providing CryptoChart Lite at no cost, allowing providers and patients simple, streamlined, yet fully secure access to medical imaging--effectively removing accessibility challenges no matter the geographical distance or setting.
"One of the recurring frustrations by providers and patients alike is sharing information from different facilities while maintaining strict privacy." said David GrandPre, Sr. Director Product, Novarad. "Being able to send large digital files like medical images quickly with a built-in viewer anywhere in the world helps simplify access, improve patient outcomes, and lower the cost of providing world-class care anywhere."
CryptoChart Lite solves the challenge of siloed systems and allows the sharing of medical imaging and reports without CDs, usernames, passwords, or portals. The patient information, URL and a complex password are embedded into an optically readable, hyper-secure, shareable QR code. With no software to install, users simply drag and drop medical images onto the secure web client using their computer or mobile device. CryptoChart Lite can receive any DICOM image when uploaded. Once received, files are compressed, encrypted, and sent to the Novarad ObjectVault® cloud system. While the service is available worldwide, the data is securely stored in the United States and complies with HIPAA guidelines. To access the unique QR code, a doctor or patient can just point a mobile device or bar code scanner at the code, and access only the data that has been encrypted and shared.
"The CryptoChart Lite service is exactly the prescription needed for healthcare professionals frustrated by the barriers of accessing medical images. It's like a medical Dropbox. Technology should make it easier to provide patient care, not get in our way," said Dr. Wendell Gibby, Founder and CEO, Novarad. "The Lite version allows facilities globally to try out the CryptoChart platform. We've made it easy with no sign-up required. Just drag and drop the file."
To access the free version of CryptoChart Lite, global healthcare providers and hospitals can visit:
https://cryptolite.novarad.net/, or point your mobile or QR scanner at the code, and you can try it for yourself. Simple, hyper-secure and fast.
For over 30 years, Novarad has delivered industry-leading medical imaging technologies that truly transform healthcare for providers and their patients. Novarad's enterprise and departmental solutions help enable hospitals, imaging centers, and clinics to achieve even greater clinical, operational, and fiscal excellence. Visit Novarad at www.novarad.net for more information.
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OSLO, Norway, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nordic Nanovector ASA (OSE: NANOV) announces an update from the LYMRIT 37-05 Phase 1 trial investigating Betalutin® (177Lu lilotomab satetraxetan) in patients with relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (R/R DLBCL) not eligible for stem cell transplantation.
The latest data to be presented at the European Hematology Association (EHA) Congress in Vienna, Austria on 10 June 2022 shows that Betalutin® continues to be well tolerated with no further dose-limiting toxicity (DLT). The data analysis showed that clinical activity of Betalutin® was seen with two complete responses out of 16 evaluable patients.
Erik Skullerud, Nordic Nanovector CEO, commented: "This update from the LYMRIT 37-05 trial being presented at EHA shows two complete responses, demonstrating early signs of efficacy for Betalutin® in this fragile and heavily pre-treated patient population. Importantly this is combined with a consistently good safety profile. There remains a need for combination therapies that provide high response rates with a curative intent and a low side effect burden for R/R DLBCL patients, and we continue to explore the options for advancing Betalutin® in this setting with the right therapeutic combination partner."
Details of the poster presentation on 10 June at EHA are as follows:
Title: BETALUTIN® IN PATIENTS WITH RELAPSED/ REFRACTORY DIFFUSE LARGE B-CELL LYMPHOMA (DLBCL) NOT ELIGIBLE FOR AUTOLOGOUS STEM CELL TRANSPLANT
Authors: Illidge T, Beasley M, Gomez Codina J, Vavallo F, Pascal V, Wills V
Session Title: Poster session
Session date and time: Friday, June 10 202 - 16:30 - 17:45 CEST
Final Abstract Code: P1165
About LYMRIT 37-05
The LYMRIT 37-05 study is a Phase 1 open-label, single-arm, dose-escalation study designed to assess the safety and preliminary anti-tumour activity of a single administration of Betalutin®. Patients were enrolled at clinical trial sites in the US and Europe. More information on this study can be found at www.clinicaltrials.gov (NCT02658968).
The starting doses of Betalutin® and lilotomab were 10 MBq/kg and 60 mg (Cohort 1, n=3), respectively, and then Betalutin® 10 MBq/kg and lilotomab 100 mg (Cohort 2, n=3 treated with Betalutin®). Cohort 3 received 15 MBq/kg and lilotomab 100 mg (n=3) and Cohort 4 received 20 MBq/kg and lilotomab 100 mg (n=7).
About DLBCL
DLBCL is an aggressive form of non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL) that accounts for up to 43% of all NHL cases, making it the most common form of the disease. Approximately 40% of DLBCL patients relapse after first-line combination treatment with rituximab and chemotherapy and only 30-40% of relapsed patients respond with subsequent high-dose chemotherapy followed by Stem Cell Transplantation (ref. 1). There are currently very few therapeutic options for patients not eligible for SCT, which makes relapsed DLBCL a serious unmet medical need. The number of diagnosed incident cases of DLBCL in the 7 major markets (U.S., and key 5 European markets and Japan) was 64,172 in 2018 and is expected to be 74,927 in 2028 (ref. 2). The value of the 3L DLBCL market segment in the key 7 pharma markets is expected to increase from USD 0.6B in 2019 to USD 1.3B in 2028, the value of the 2L DLBCL market segment is expected to increase from USD 0.4B in 2019 to USD 2.0B in 2028. (ref. 2).
1. L.S. Raut and P. P. Chakrabarti: Management of relapsed-refractory diffuse large B cell lymphoma (2014) South Asian J. Cancer 3(1): 66–70
2. NHL and CLL Report, CRG, 2000, Disease Landscape and Forecast
For further information, please contact:
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Email: ir@nordicnanovector.com
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About Nordic Nanovector:
Nordic Nanovector is committed to develop and deliver innovative therapies to patients to address major unmet medical needs and advance cancer care. The Company aspires to become a leader in the development of targeted therapies for haematological cancers. Nordic Nanovector's lead clinical-stage candidate is Betalutin®, a novel CD37-targeting antibody-radionuclide-conjugate designed to advance the treatment of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL). NHL is an indication with substantial unmet medical need, representing a growing market forecast to be worth nearly USD 26 billion by 2028. Nordic Nanovector retains global marketing rights to Betalutin® and intends to actively participate in the commercialisation of Betalutin® in the US and other major markets.
Further information can be found at www.nordicnanovector.com.
Forward-looking statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances, since they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur in the future and which, by their nature, will have an impact on Nordic Nanovector's business, financial condition and results of operations. The terms "anticipates", "assumes", "believes", "can", "could", "estimates", "expects", "forecasts", "intends", "may", "might", "plans", "should", "projects", "targets", "will", "would" or, in each case, their negative, or other variations or comparable terminology are used to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not historic facts. There are a number of factors that could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause these differences include, but are not limited to, risks associated with implementation of Nordic Nanovector's strategy, risks and uncertainties associated with the development and/or approval of Nordic Nanovector's product candidates, ongoing and future clinical trials and expected trial results, the ability to commercialise Betalutin®, technology changes and new products in Nordic Nanovector's potential market and industry, Nordic Nanovector's freedom to operate (competitors patents) in respect of the products it develops, the ability to develop new products and enhance existing products, the impact of competition, changes in general economy and industry conditions, and legislative, regulatory and political factors. No assurance can be given that such expectations will prove to have been correct. Nordic Nanovector disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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SEATTLE, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Poison Center (WAPC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Sasha Kaiser, MD as its Associate Medical Director. In this role, Dr. Kaiser will provide medical oversight to WAPC's call center specialists in poison information, ensuring the WAPC continues its provision of high-quality poisoning treatment advice and consultations. Dr. Kaiser will also support clinical education and outreach at the local, state, and national level for healthcare providers, as well as the WAPC's toxicology training programs for emergency medicine physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and EMTs.
"The Washington Poison Center is happy to welcome Dr. Kaiser after her extensive training," comments Dr. Scott Phillips, Medical Director of the WAPC. "Dr. Kaiser's addition to the Center allows us to provide greater outreach and support to the medical community."
With this position, Dr. Kaiser is returning to her Washington roots. After growing up on Camano Island, Dr. Kaiser moved to Spokane to work as a pharmacy technician and attend nursing school. She then moved to Florida to pursue a career as a physician, attending the Florida State University College of Medicine. Dr. Kaiser completed her Emergency Medicine Residency in 2020 at Denver Health, and is board certified in Emergency Medicine. She now returns to Washington following the completion of her medical toxicology fellowship at Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Safety. Dr. Kaiser began her role at the WAPC on July 18, 2022.
Dr. Kaiser has authored numerous manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals and has lectured on topics in medical toxicology and emergency medicine to pharmacists, medical students, residents, and hospital organizations. Her research includes acetaminophen poisoning, focusing on genetic and patient susceptibility factors. Dr. Kaiser additionally completed the American College of Medical Toxicology Fellows in Industry Rotation, which focused on product development and regulation for safety.
Meet Dr. Kaiser on August 5 at 12:00pm in a livestream on the WAPC's YouTube channel and Facebook page.
About the WAPC: The Washington Poison Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit mandated by Washington State to deliver poison and drug exposure-related medical advice and education to community members, first responders, and healthcare providers. WAPC provides medical advice through a 24/7/365 free telephone line staffed by specially trained pharmacists, nurses, and physician medical toxicologists. WAPC also provides free programs to educate local communities on poison safety, prevention, and harm reduction.
Media contact: mryuk@wapc.org
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TOKYO (AP) — The assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has unearthed long-suspected, little-talked-of links between him and a religious group that started in South Korea but has spread its influence around the world.
Police and Japanese media have suggested that the alleged attacker, Tetsuya Yamagami, who was arrested on the spot, was furious about Abe’s reported ties to the Unification Church, which has pursued relationships with politically conservative groups and leaders in the United States, Japan and Europe. The suspect reportedly was upset because his mother’s massive donations to the church bankrupted the family.
Many Japanese have been surprised as revelations emerged this week of the ties between the church and Japan’s top leaders, which have their roots in shared anti-communism efforts during the Cold War. Analysts say it could lead people to examine more closely how powerfully the ruling party’s conservative worldviews have steered the policies of modern Japan.
A look at the church and its deep ties to Japan’s governing party and Abe’s own family:
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WHAT’S THE UNIFICATION CHURCH?
The church was founded in Seoul in 1954, a year after the end of the Korean War, by the late Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the self-proclaimed messiah who preached new interpretations of the Bible and conservative, family-oriented value systems.
The church championed anti-communism and the unification of the Korean Peninsula, which has been split between the totalitarian North and democratic South.
The church is perhaps best known for mass weddings where it paired off couples, often from different countries, and renewed the vows of those already married, at big, open places such as stadiums and gymnasiums. The group is said to have a global membership of millions, including hundreds of thousands in Japan.
The church faced accusations in the 1970s and ’80s of using devious recruitment tactics and brainwashing adherents into turning over huge portions of their salaries to Moon. The church has denied such allegations, saying many new religious movements faced similar accusations in their early years.
In Japan, the group has faced lawsuits for offering “spiritual merchandise” that allegedly caused members to buy expensive art and jewelry or sell their real estate to raise donations for the church.
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WHAT’S THE CHURCH’S LINK TO WORLD LEADERS?
Throughout his life, Moon worked to transform his church into a worldwide religious movement and expand its business and charitable activities. Moon was convicted of tax evasion in 1982 and served a prison term in New York. He died in 2012.
The church has developed relations with conservative world leaders including U.S. presidents Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush and more recently Donald Trump.
Moon also had ties with North Korea’s founder Kim Il Sung, the late grandfather of current ruler Kim Jong Un.
Moon said in his autobiography that he asked Kim to give up his nuclear ambitions, and that Kim responded that his atomic program was for peaceful purposes and he had no intention to use it to “kill (Korean) compatriots.”
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WHAT WAS ABE’S LINK TO THE CHURCH?
Abe was known for his arch-conservative views on security and history issues and also was backed by powerful lobbies such as the Nippon Kaigi. He appeared in events organized by church affiliates, including one in September 2021.
In a video shown on a big screen at the meeting of church-related Universal Peace Federation, or UPF, Abe praised its work toward peace on the Korean Peninsula and the group’s focus on family values. An emphasis on traditional, paternalistic family systems was one of Abe’s key positions.
“I appreciate UPF’s focus on family values,” he said in the video. “Let’s be aware of so-called social revolutionary movements with narrow-minded values.”
Reports of his appearance in the 2021 event drew criticisms from the Japanese Communist Party and cult watchers, including a group of lawyers who have watched the Unification Church activities and supported its alleged victims.
In a news conference Monday after the church’s connection to Abe’s assassination was revealed, the church’s leader in Japan, Tomohiro Tanaka, said Abe supported UPF’s peace movement but that he was not a member.
Police still have not publicly identified the group cited by the suspect, presumably to avoid inciting violence.
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR JAPAN’S GOVERNING PARTY?
The ties between the church and Japan’s governing party go back to Abe’s grandfather, Nobusuke Kishi, who served as prime minister and shared worries with Washington over the spread of communism in Japan in the 1960s as labor union activists gained strength.
Kishi, who was arrested as a war criminal but never charged, was known for his right-wing political views, and the Unification Church’s anti-communist stance matched his views of Japan’s national interests, experts say.
Kishi’s close relationship with the church was publicly known. The church headquarters at one point was housed in a building next to Kishi’s Tokyo residence, and he was seen with Moon in photos taken at the church and published in group publications. Media reports say the suspect believed that Kishi brought the church to Japan.
“Japanese leaders at the time saw the church as a tool to promote anti-communist views in Japan,” said Masaki Kito, a lawyer and expert on religious businesses. For the group, showcasing close ties with prominent politicians was a way to get endorsement for its activity.
Ties between church-affiliated organizations and Liberal Democratic Party lawmakers developed over decades since the church expanded, providing solid political support and votes for the governing party, experts say, though the group denied it.
A survey of 128 lawmakers obtained from police and published in the Weekly Gendai magazine in 1999 showed most attended events organized by the Unification Church’s anti-communism affiliate, the International Federation for Victory Over Communism, also funded by Moon, and more than 20 LDP lawmakers had at least one church member in their offices as a volunteer.
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WHAT IS BEING SAID BY THE CHURCH AND ITS CRITICS?
The church denied any favorable treatment by Kishi when it opened a Japan branch. Tanaka said Abe supported current leader Hak Ja Han Moon’s peace movement, but denied any movement of money between the group and the LDP.
The church said Monday it had no records showing that Yamagami was a member. The church said it had had no direct relationship with Abe, although it interacted with other lawmakers through an affiliated organization.
Members of the National Network of Lawyers Against Spiritual Sales, who watch the church, say they have repeatedly asked Abe and other LDP lawmakers to stop appearing at or sending messages to the events organized by the Unification Church or affiliates while ignoring the long-standing church-related problems.
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR THE PARTY?
“The assassination is shedding a light on the Unification Church,” said Koichi Nakano, an international politics professor at Sophia University in Tokyo. “The church’s relationship with the LDP’s right-wing factions and its ultra-right-wing policies could come under close scrutiny,” and lead to a reevaluation of Abe’s legacy.
It could lead to revelations of how the party’s views have distorted postwar Japanese society, while stalling progress of gender equality and sexual diversity issues, Nakano said.
Takuya Tasso, the governor of Iwate in northern Japan, said Friday that as a former bureaucrat and national lawmaker he knew about the LDP’s links to the church and he said its alleged influence on voting and government policies should be thoroughly investigated.
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Associated Press writer Hyung-jin Kim in Seoul, South Korea, contributed. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/explainer-the-unification-churchs-ties-to-japans-politics/ | 2022-07-15T19:00:50Z |
Acquisition accelerates corporate access to talent and broadens adoption of edtech solutions
NEW YORK, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vault-Firsthand today announced the acquisition of CareerEco, the pioneers in the virtual events market. Having hosted career fairs, admission events, and customer corporate engagements for more than a decade, CareerEco offers a scalable, secure self-service platform that can be integrated into long-term hybrid recruiting efforts across national and international markets. As a first-mover in the virtual recruiting space, CareerEco wrote the playbook on leveraging technology to extend candidate access. Remaining a trusted and preferred platform for universities and employers to experience authentic and personal conversations, CareerEco provides access for students, alumni, and career seekers to accelerate their professional goals.
Vault-Firsthand helps students and professionals discover their best career path by providing industry-leading guides, rankings, and content that is centered around verified employee information and firsthand experiences. Universities showcase the Vault-Firsthand content through their career and alumni services groups, while corporate customers build in-depth profiles to highlight their firms to more than 20 million career seekers. The acquisition will allow Vault-Firsthand to leverage the CareerEco platform across its current customer base while enabling cross-selling opportunities and feature enhancements across the broader education clients of its parent company, Infobase.
Gayle Oliver-Plath, founder and CEO of CareerEco, explains the powerful alignment between Vault-Firsthand and CareerEco, "With this partnership, we now can offer students critical career intelligence, deeper employer and graduate school insights, and robust mentoring tools. Together our companies can unify our solutions to better empower university and employer partners while uniquely serving the needs of career seekers and student users navigating pivotal life choices."
While remote and hybrid workplaces have become a more permanent part of our lives, the event industry has also transitioned—with virtual events delivering new reach, scale, cost-effectiveness, and measurable impact. Seventy percent of HR professionals see virtual recruiting as a practice that is here to stay, and more than 90% of higher education professionals plan to incorporate virtual career events going forward.
Eric Stutzke, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Vault-Firsthand, also commented, "Gayle and her team have built an incredible application and have a top-notch reputation in the virtual events industry. As the global workforce continues to diversify and break geographic barriers, we are committed to providing our customers with best-in-class solutions that allow them to broadcast their message and events in a more efficient way, while facilitating meaningful connections across the globe."
About Vault-Firsthand
Headquartered in New York, NY, Vault-Firsthand, an Infobase Company, is the world's leading source of career intelligence. Through its verified employer information and Firsthand career engagement platform, career seekers discover, verify, and connect with future employers. Since 1996, Vault-Firsthand has launched careers and elevated professionals into positions of success through providing trusted industry rankings and guides, Vault Law, and mentorship experiences, as well as through the new CareerEco virtual events platform.
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Actor, singer Olivia Newton-John dies at age 73
(Gray News) - Singer and actor Olivia Newton-John, who starred in the film “Grease” and had several hit songs over her career, has died at the age of 73, her official Facebook page announced Monday.
Her husband, John Easterling, said in the post that she passed away peacefully at her ranch in Southern California, surrounded by family and friends.
“Olivia has been a symbol of triumphs and hope for over 30 years sharing her journey with breast cancer,” he said. “Her healing inspiration and pioneering experience with plant medicine continues with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund, dedicated to researching plant medicine and cancer.”
Newton-John had already found success and won a Grammy for her music when the 1978 movie “Grease” made her a superstar. Along with the film, the soundtrack featuring several songs she performed also became a huge hit.
Selling more than 100 million albums in her lifetime, she had several No. 1 hits, including “Physical,” and won four Grammys, her official site states.
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Nontoxic weed killers for pets
Gardeners everywhere use weed killers and herbicides to prevent weeds from taking over their yards. However, many weed killers are toxic to small animals and children, especially if there’s direct exposure to the chemicals. This dangerous aspect makes them less ideal for at-home use. Luckily, there are safe alternatives for those who want to tend to their garden without worrying about risking anyone’s safety.
Type
There are two main types of weed killers: liquid and granular.
- Liquid: These either use a spray bottle or a pour spout to provide targeted control to problem areas. They also work quicker than granular options.
- Granular: Some granular weed killers are pet-safe and work well as a preventative measure. They look like small coarse pebbles and dissolve when exposed to liquid. This type can typically address a larger area of weeds, but they can’t target specific growth as effectively as liquid ones.
There are also selective and nonselective weed killers.
- Selective: This type only kills or prevents certain weeds, making them safer for other plants, flowers and grass.
- Nonselective: This type targets anything it comes into contact with, including grass. Most pet-friendly weed killers are nonselective.
Pre-emergent or post-emergent
How you apply your weed killer differs if it’s pre-emergent or post-emergent. In both cases, follow the application instructions on the container.
- Pre-emergent: You should use this kind of weed killer before the weeds show. Use these in early spring as a preventative measure.
- Post-emergent: Use this weed killer after the weeds are already above ground, either in spring or fall. This type focuses on direct contact with unwanted plants.
Plan the application based on your watering schedule and the weather report. Granular options, in particular, work well when applied to damp ground or weeds. This is because the moisture helps absorb the weed killer into the ground. You can use liquid ones in wet or dry conditions.
Application
The best time to use any weed killer is in mild conditions when the temperatures are not too extreme.
- After using your weed killer, avoid watering the area for at least two days.
- For best results, keep any pets and children away from the area for at least a day after application.
- Remember only to use the recommended amount. If you use too much, it could impact other plant growth later. If you use too little, it won’t be as effective.
- Even if the formula uses safe ingredients, wear durable gardening gloves and long sleeves when applying weed killer. This will protect your hands and arms from possible irritation, especially if you have sensitive skin.
Time needed to see effect
Some pet-safe weed killers work in as little as 24 hours, while others take several days or weeks to start killing weeds. You should only need to treat your yard or garden once a year, but if you have persistent weeds or see new growth, you can apply the herbicide a second time.
Ingredients
Unlike chemical-based herbicides, pet-safe weed killers usually use natural ingredients, such as clove oil, salt, vinegar and citric acid. These active ingredients can still cause minor skin irritation to pets and people, but they’re much less dangerous than other herbicides.
Avoid any weed killer with glyphosates, organophosphates, paraquat and surfactants.
Although uncommon, these ingredients can cause eye or skin irritation to humans and animals. If ingested, they can also lead to nausea, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, seizures or even death.
For the most part, if the weed killer specifically mentions being pet-safe on the label, it’s probably fine to use around your animals. However, it doesn’t hurt to double-check the ingredients.
Best weed killers for use around pets
Just For Pets Weed Killer Spray
This natural, nonselective herbicide is free from harmful chemicals, such as glyphosate. Instead, it uses pet-friendly ingredients, including acetic and citric acid. Available in a 128-ounce gallon container, it comes with an easy-to-use spray applicator nozzle. It starts working within as little as 24 hours.
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Doctor Kirchner Natural Weed and Grass Killer
Available in 1 and 2.5 gallons, this natural weed killer comes ready to use and doesn’t require any mixing before application. Its nontoxic formula consists of saltwater, food-grade vinegar and soap. It’s ideal for gardens and small paved areas, such as courtyards or sidewalks.
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Natural Armor Weed and Grass Killer All-Natural Concentrated Formula
Available in three sizes, this concentrated herbicide is easy to use, and it comes with a sprayer for controlled application. It can start killing exposed weeds and grass within several hours after use. It’s best for overgrown areas and around flower beds.
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Eco Garden Pro — Organic Vinegar Weed Killer
Safe for kids and pets, this weed killer is nontoxic and biodegradable. It’s also fast-acting and targets unwanted growth, such as dandelions and clover patches. It doesn’t come with a sprayer.
Sold by Amazon
Preen Natural Vegetable Garden Weed Preventer
This 5-pound container prevents weeds, but it does not directly kill active growth. The primary active ingredient is corn gluten meal, which is considered safe for use around pets and people. For the best result, reapply it every month.
Sold by Home Depot and Amazon
OrganicMatters Natural Weed Killer Spray
Great for use around trees, driveways, edging, pool areas and patios, this natural weed killer is eco-friendly and nontoxic to pets. Its highly concentrated and nonselective formula will kill even the hardiest of weeds, such as crabgrass and dandelions.
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Formulated with vinegar, this gallon container of weed killer is safe to use around children and pets. It comes ready to use and starts working within 24 hours. It also works well on yards.
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Harris Vinegar Weed and Weed Grass Killer
This natural weed and grass killer uses nontoxic ingredients, making it safer than traditional herbicides. It comes with a trigger spray and works best around gardens, fences and dog kennels. It can kill most weeds, including moss and crabgrass.
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(NewsNation) — Children who play team sports are less likely to suffer mental health problems, according to a new study.
Dr. Matt Hoffmann of California State University and his colleagues analyzed data on the sports habits and mental health of 11,235 children. Parents and guardians reported on various aspects of the children’s mental health by filling out the Child Behavior Checklist.
The survey asked parents whether their kids showed any signs of depression, anxiety, or social withdrawal.
Researchers then studied their answers, and in relation to their kids’ participation in sports, found a positive correlation but only for team sports.
Dr. Sue Varma, a board-certified psychiatrist who works with children, said there are several benefits and social skills that children learn while being on a sports team.
“Particularly at a young age — you gain a sense of community, a sense of cohesion, a sense of togetherness, your social skills are better, you have to negotiate, you are relying on other people for your success,” she explained.
Varma continued: “When you don’t do well, you also have a group of people to spread out the blame, so to speak, so that you’re not taking all the individual responsibility for the wins and the losses. We see that there’s less depression, less anxiety, less social withdrawal, in team sports, children that are playing them.”
Meanwhile, researchers also found that kids who participate in individual sports like wrestling, golf or tennis can be less mentally healthy than kids who don’t participate in sports at all.
However, Varma said it’s important to say that this is a correlation and not necessarily causation, and she doesn’t want this to deter students from participating in sports with the idea that they’re not going to do well mentally.
“Individual sport participation, perhaps because there’s more pressure because you are the individual, you’re the sole person responsible for both the success and the losses, and that if you don’t do well, quote, a person feels like, ‘It’s all my fault,'” she said.
“And there’s a lot of pressure, intense pressure. So we did see higher anxiety, depression, social withdrawal, and perhaps less of the benefits of social cohesion and social skills that we saw with the team sports.”
Varma continued: “I want to caution and say that this could be more of a correlation. And it’s possible that people who already have this, perhaps gravitate towards these kinds of sports or that they exacerbate it, we don’t exactly know for sure.” | https://cw33.com/news/study-kids-in-team-sports-tend-to-be-happier/ | 2022-06-07T15:43:37Z |
WASHINGTON — The head of the Food and Drug Administration told lawmakers Thursday that a shuttered baby formula factory could be up and running as soon as next week, though he sidestepped questions about whether his agency should have intervened earlier to address problems at the plant that triggered the national shortage.
FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf faced a bipartisan grilling from House lawmakers over the baby formula issue that has angered American parents and become a political liability for President Joe Biden.
The problems are largely tied to Abbott Nutrition’s Michigan formula plant, the largest in the U.S., which has been closed since February due to contamination problems. The FDA announced a preliminary agreement with Abbott earlier this week to restart production, pending safety upgrades and certifications.
“We had to wrestle this to ground with Abbott,” Califf told members of a House subcommittee “I think we are on track to get it open within the next week to two weeks.”
After production resumes, Abbott has said, it could take about two months before new formula begins arriving in stores. Califf said it will be “a few weeks” before supplies returns to normal levels, especially in rural areas.
When lawmakers asked why it took the FDA months to investigate a whistleblower complaint about safety violations at Abbott’s plant, Califf said he couldn’t share details due to the agency’s ongoing investigation. Several lawmakers rejected that response.
“It’s not acceptable to say you just can’t comment on it,” said Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wisconsin. “This is a problem I’ve seen over and over with the FDA: You guys aren’t good at communicating.”
Califf is the first administration official to testify before Congress on the shortage, which has left some parents hunting for formula and become a political talking point for Republicans. On Wednesday evening Biden announced sweeping new steps to improve U.S. supplies, including invoking the Defense Production Act and flying in imported formula from overseas.
Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn., repeatedly asked Califf to explain what the FDA did after receiving a whistleblower complaint in October alleging numerous safety violations at Abbott’s plant, including employees falsifying records and failing to properly test formula before releasing it. The former Abbott employee wasn’t interviewed by the FDA until late December and the plant wasn’t closed until mid-February, she noted.
“It all begs the question, why did the FDA not spring into action?” DeLauro asked. “Who in the leadership had access to that report — who didn’t have access to the report — and why was there no reaction?”
Califf said he had reviewed the complaint but didn’t specify when or what immediate steps were taken.
“I am committed to getting back to you on specifics of what happened, I’m just not prepared to today,” Califf said.
One point on which lawmakers and Califf agreed is that concentrated nature of the U.S. formula market makes it highly vulnerable to disruption. Just four companies produce an estimated 90% of U.S. formula, including Abbott, Gerber, Perrigo and Reckitt. Those companies also dominate federal contracts that provide about half of all U.S. formula through a program called WIC, for low-income mothers, children and babies.
Abbott shut its Michigan plant in February after FDA inspectors began investigating four bacterial infections in infants who had consumed formula from the plant. The first of those cases was reported to the FDA in September, but agency staff didn’t begin inspecting the facility until late January.
Califf said earlier this week the agency’s investigation is ongoing and it hasn’t yet reached a conclusion on whether bacteria from the plant caused the infant infections. Abbott has said there is no direct evidence linking its products to the illnesses.
The baby formula shortage is the first major crisis for Califf since returning to the FDA in February. He briefly led the agency under President Barack Obama and was tapped for the job again based on his past experience leading the sprawling agency, which regulates food, drugs, medical technology and tobacco.
Thursday’s hearing was scheduled to review the FDA’s budget request for next year, and Califf asked lawmakers for $76 million in new funding for food safety and nutrition.
“I was very well aware coming in that we need to do major improvements on the food side of the FDA — not because the people are bad — but there is a need for consistent leadership and the right resources,” Califf told lawmakers.
The funding request comes amid longstanding concerns that the FDA’s food program — which oversees most U.S. foods except meat, poultry and eggs — has been underfunded and undermanaged compared to its medical divisions.
On Wednesday evening, House Democrats passed a $28 million spending bill that would boost FDA funding to inspect domestic and international formula producers. Its fate in the Senate is uncertain.
The subcommittee’s top Republican, Rep. Andy Harris of Maryland, said many of the problems facing the FDA could be “solved by strong leadership, rather than money.”
While supporting increased funding, DeLauro also said the problems in the agency’s food center run deeper.
“You have serious structural, leadership issues,” she told Califf. “Someone at this agency needs to have serious, relevant food credentials. Otherwise, food will be a second class citizen at the FDA.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/article_8c2ff54c-d7b4-11ec-ad60-6f536df596c9.html | 2022-05-20T07:20:05Z |
NEW YORK and GENEVA, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wella Company commemorates World Environment Day by announcing its corporate Environmental commitments and advancements to date. Wella Company is an innovative global leader in the $100 billion beauty industry with a portfolio of iconic professional and retail hair, nail, and cutting-edge beauty tech brands, including Wella Professionals, O·P·I, ghd, Briogeo, Nioxin, Sebastian Professional and Clairol.
Wella Company is now a proud participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world's largest initiative for sustainability in business. The company has committed to the UNGC corporate responsibility initiative and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the areas of human rights, labor, the environment, and anti-corruption, which are in line with our company values.
"Wella Company aims to be a purpose-driven company, embedding ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) at our core, becoming a force for good for our global community and all our stakeholders. Since our first day as a standalone company just 18 months ago, we began working toward this goal. Participating in the UNGC was an important step to formally commit to advancing their Sustainable Development Goals," said Annie Young-Scrivner, Chief Executive Officer of Wella Company.
"As we mark World Environment Day, we declare our ambition to reduce our impact on the environment where it matters most. Our stakeholders have told us our greatest impact points are in our operations and in our product offerings. Therefore, reducing our negative impact related to climate, water, packaging, and waste is crucial. We believe our efforts will be not only actionable but attainable in the coming years," said Hilary Crnkovich, Chief Sustainability and Communications Officer of Wella Company.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS
Wella Company's environmental and social impact strategy focuses on three pillars: People, Planet and Products, addressed by the following Environmental Commitments:
- Reducing our Carbon Footprint – We have taken the first steps in our commitment to reducing our environmental impact: comprehensively mapping our carbon footprint. From this we have set science-based targets for reducing our carbon emissions and designed clear plans for meeting those goals. Abiding by the Paris Agreements and following the SBTi Standard of Baseline Maintenance, we commit to a carbon emission reduction of 28% by 2030, across scopes 1, 2 and 3. We aim to accomplish that by reducing our scope 1 and 2 emissions (from our direct operations) by 46% and maintaining our scope 3 emissions (across our value chain) at the 2019 level (our pre-COVID baseline).
- Reducing Water Use – We are first focusing on reducing water use in our operations. We commit to reducing our water consumption per unit produced in our owned facilities by 35% by 2030, reaching 25% by 2025. In addition, we are conducting Water Risk Assessments in the basins where we operate and will seek and implement innovative circular water solutions.
- Eliminating Waste – Our initial focus is on reducing our waste production and impact from our operations. We commit to reducing the amount of waste we create per unit produced in our owned facilities by 35% by 2030, reaching 25% by 2025. Further, we will reduce the impact by achieving Zero Waste to Landfill at all our owned sites where possible.
- Reducing Packaging Use of Virgin Materials – We aim to reduce our use of virgin materials (plastics, aluminum, glass, and cardboard) in our packaging by 50% by 2030, reaching 30% by 2025. These reductions are compared against our 2019 baseline of total packaging by material weight.
- Increasing Packaging Design for Recyclability – We aim for 100% of our packaging to be recyclable, reusable, or refillable by 2030, reaching 80% by 2025.
PROGRESS TO DATE: CARBON
Actions we have already taken and continue towards meeting those goals include:
- Wella Company uses 100% renewable electricity in our Rothenkirchen plant and our Weiterstadt Distribution Center (DC) with no offset. We aim to reduce the electricity used in our owned facilities per unit produced by 35% by 2030, reaching 25% by 2025. We have already begun implementing energy reduction plans in our owned DC and factories.
- Our goal is to purchase 100% renewable energy by FY23 in all our owned facilities, where possible. Where buying renewable energy is not possible, we are exploring implementing renewable energy technologies, including solar and other alternatives.
- Our Nordic and UK markets have moved their full car fleets to electric vehicles, and the company is currently evaluating moving to 80% electric vehicles across our full fleet.
PROGRESS TO DATE: WASTE
Wella Company has already reached 100 percent Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWL) at our European Distribution Center (Weiterstadt) as well as at the plants in Thailand and Germany; the Mexico plant is at 85% ZWL. We are increasing the recycling rate at our owned factories and DC, and the Weiterstadt DC is sourcing 100% recyclable paper.
Across all Wella Company brands, the company is setting goals to reduce packaging and is following the 5 R's sustainable design principles supporting a circular economy – Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Replace and Recycle – for new packaging, wherever possible. We intend to partner with organizations that are driving technology development promoting circularity and recyclability.
The most recent example of this commitment is Wella hair's green alu tube packaging innovation, which won a World Packaging Organization (WPO) World Star 2022 Award for Professional Haircare Products this spring. Wella Company green tubes avoid the use of 700 tons of virgin aluminum, 180 tons of virgin plastic and 950 tons of virgin fiber cardboard. In 2021 our biggest brand, Wella Professionals, launched its sustainable packaging for our #1 Koleston Perfect line and premium color brand Illumina Color with 100 percent recycled aluminum tubes, 85 percent recycled cardboard, and close to 100 percent post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic caps. Wella Company sells 1 tube of Koleston Perfect every second around the world. These packaging innovations will soon expand to Clairol and Kadus products.
Our plant-based EOS Hair Color is packaged in a 100% recyclable aluminum can.
The Wella Elements brand introduced a new pouch format. These pouches are now recyclable and made with 25% recycled plastic and use 73 percent less plastic per mL than the 1-liter bottles.
weDo/ Professionals Solid Shampoos, which are sold with no plastic pack or water, rinse faster than liquids. All weDo/ Professionals products are designed to be 100% recyclable and are made from up to 94% recycled plastic. The new 1-liter pouch uses 73% less plastic per milliliter than a bottle. And by partnering with the Plastic Bank, more than 370 tons of plastic have been removed from the environment since the weDo/ Professionals brand was created.
O·P·I Nature Strong Nail Lacquers come in bottles made with 20% post-consumer recycled (PCR) glass with caps containing 20 percent PCR plastic. O·P·I Nature Strong is the top selling Spring 2022 launch in all of color cosmetics in the US Food, Drug, Mass channel.
ghd styling tools have improved the recyclability of their packaging, with the outer box of their professional stylers now 100% recyclable for both core and Limited-Edition packs. They also launched their first 100% PCR bottle for the Bodyguard Mini Heat Protect Spray, with an ambition to expand PCR content across more products in the future.
Briogeo all natural and eco-ethical haircare portfolio has incorporated PCR materials into over 95% of their bottles. They have also removed secondary packaging where possible for reduced shipping emissions and waste. All Briogeo.com orders are protected with recycled paper instead of plastic packing materials. Briogeo has also eliminated plastic windows from all travel and holiday kits for simplified recyclability.
Clairol Natural Instincts, Clairol Color Gloss and Clairol Blonde It Up use sustainably sourced paperboard packaging that is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
Finally, Wella Company is a member of the Round Table for Sustainable Palm Oil, committed to responsibly source palm oil where possible and is working to increase the percentage of responsibly sourced palm oil across our portfolio over the coming years.
About Wella Company
Wella Company is one of the world's leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands including Wella Professionals, O·P·I, ghd, Briogeo, Nioxin, Sebastian Professional and Clairol. At Wella Company, we are innovators who seek to inspire consumers and beauty professionals through our brands to look, feel, and be their true selves. We are committed to building the best beauty company in the industry where our 6,000+ employees across more than 100 countries can bring their best selves to work. Guided by our company values and led by purpose to deliver positive impact on people through our products and towards our planet and society, we deliver sustainable growth to all stakeholders.
For more information on Wella Company, visit www.wellacompany.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Wella Company Contact: Alix Dunn
VP, Global Corporate Communications & Corporate Affairs
Phone number: +1 203-722-9591
Email: alix.dunn@wella.com
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ESTERO, Fla., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HTZ) (the "Company") announced today that it plans to report its second quarter 2022 financial results at approximately 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, July 28, 2022 followed by an earnings call at 8:30 a.m. ET.
A live webcast of the call will be available on the Investor Relations page of the Company's website at https://ir.hertz.com. To access the call by phone, please go to https://register.vevent.com/register/BI2433af661d3d4b639a2e3512a894d4d6, and you will be provided with dial in details. To avoid delays, we encourage participants to dial into the conference call fifteen minutes ahead of the scheduled start time. A web replay will remain available on the website for approximately one year.
ABOUT HERTZ
The Hertz Corporation, a subsidiary of Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., operates the Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty vehicle rental brands throughout North America, Europe, the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized globally. Additionally, The Hertz Corporation operates the Firefly vehicle rental brand and Hertz 24/7 car sharing business in international markets and sells vehicles through Hertz Car Sales.
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Croatia passes law paving way for euro currency introduction
ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) — Croatian lawmakers have approved a law that paves the way for the introduction of the euro currency next year. Croatia is due to replace the Croatian kuna with the euro on Jan. 1, 2023. Lawmakers on Friday voted 117-13 in favor of legislation to bring in the euro. One lawmaker abstained in the 151-member parliament. Croatia joined the European Union in 2013. The country remains among weaker economies of the bloc following the war in 1992-95. Right-wing parties in Croatian parliament were opposed to the introduction of the euro. They said it would increase poverty and put pressure on the citizens. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/13/croatia-passes-law-paving-way-for-euro-currency-introduction/ | 2022-05-13T14:46:20Z |
Oklahoma governor rejects clemency for death row inmate
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt on Wednesday rejected clemency for a man facing execution this week for the 1997 hammer killing of a Choctaw man, despite a recommendation from the state’s Pardon and Parole Board that his life be spared.
James Coddington was convicted and sentenced to die for the beating death of his friend and coworker, 73-year-old Albert Hale, inside Hale’s Choctaw home. Prosecutors say Coddington, who was 24 at the time, became enraged when Hale refused to give him money to buy cocaine.
Coddington’s execution is scheduled for Thursday morning.
“After thoroughly reviewing arguments and evidence presented by all sides of the case, Governor Kevin Stitt has denied the Pardon and Parole Board’s clemency recommendation for James Allen Coddington,” Stitt’s office said in a statement.
During a clemency hearing this month before the state’s five-member Pardon and Parole Board, an emotional Coddington, now 50, apologized to Hale’s family and said he is a different man today.
“I’m clean, I know God, I’m not ... I’m not a vicious murderer,” Coddington told the board. “If this ends today with my death sentence, OK.”
Coddington’s attorney, Emma Rolls, told the panel that Coddington was impaired by years of alcohol and drug abuse that began when he was an infant and his father put beer and whiskey into his baby bottles.
Rolls said Coddington doesn’t have any pending appeals that would delay or stop his execution on Thursday.
“While we are profoundly disheartened by this decision, we appreciate the pardons board’s careful consideration of James Coddington’s life and case, Rolls said in a statement following Stitt’s announcement.
“The Board’s clemency recommendation acknowledged James’s sincere remorse and meaningful transformation during his years on death row,” Rolls said.
Rev. Don Heath, chair of the Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty said “there is no mercy or forgiveness” in Stitt’s heart.
“I am surprised, and, quite honestly, angry at Gov. Stitt’s rejection of clemency for James Coddington. Stitt’s statement does not give a reason for his denial — it simply states that a jury convicted Coddington of first-degree murder and sentenced him to death,” Heath said in a statement.
“We have 25 executions scheduled over the next 29 months. I am afraid that the Pardon and Parole Board hearings will be moot exercises,” Heath said.
The parole board had voted 3-2 to recommend Coddington for clemency, although Hale’s family had urged against it.
Stitt, a Republican, had said he planned to meet with Hale’s family, prosecutors and Coddington’s attorneys before making his decision.
Coddington was twice sentenced to death for Hale’s killing, the second time in 2008 after his initial sentence was overturned on appeal.
Stitt has granted clemency only one time, in November, to death row inmate Julius Jones just hours before Jones was scheduled to receive a lethal injection. The first-term governor commuted Jones’ sentence to life in prison without parole.
Jones’ case had drawn national attention after it was featured in “The Last Defense,” a three-episode documentary that cast doubt on Jones’ conviction, and there were numerous protests in Oklahoma City in the days leading up to Jones’ scheduled execution date.
Stitt said in an interview with The Associated Press earlier this month that had he allowed Jones’ execution to go forward “that would have definitely torn our state apart.”
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Associated Press reporter Ken Miller in Oklahoma City contributed to this report.
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GREENBELT, Md., Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA has awarded a contract to Sierra Nevada Corporation of Madison, Wisconsin, to develop and demonstrate a microgravity-compactible Trash Compaction and Processing System (TCPS) Phase B, for the International Space Station (ISS).
This contract provides firm-fixed-price core requirements and indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity, firm-fixed-price task orders, along with additional option periods.
If all options are exercised, the total potential contract value is $13,775,324. The period of performance is from Sept. 1, 2022, through Aug. 31, 2027, and it includes four option periods.
The contractor will develop and demonstrate a microgravity-compactible processing system, including processing of trash, heat transfer, fluid flow, liquid/vapor condensation, phase separation, and effluent processing and management, as well as implementation of a detailed Concept of Operations and crew trash handling/interaction with the TCPS aboard the ISS. Reliability and maintainability, ISS interface requirements, and safety will be addressed as the TCPS unit is launched to ISS for a technology demonstration.
The work will be performed at the contractor's facility in Madison, Wisconsin.
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The Two Chart-Topping and Combined 7x Grammy Award-Winning Music Producers and Songwriters to Lead KINGSHIP's Music Direction
Check Out KINGSHIP's First Sound in Behind-the-Scenes Studio Session VIDEO
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KINGSHIP, the NFT supergroup signed to 10:22PM, announced today that two chart-topping and award-winning music producers and songwriters Hit-Boy and James Fauntleroy have signed on as the group's co-executive producers and sonic creative team, overseeing the evolution of the group's music direction and sound. Together, they will work with Arnell, the group's Mutant DJ and Producer.
10:22PM and KINGSHIP, whose members include Captain (vocals, bass), KING (lead vocals), Arnell (beats, producer, drums) and Hud (guitar, keyboards, vocals), shared a first-ever glimpse of the group's musical direction in a 30-second animation titled "Rider," which acts as the second chapter in the group's story. This animation also reveals the group's recent partnership with M&M'S®.
"I'm always looking to push things forward musically," said Hit-Boy, "and this is a great opportunity to do something new in the web3 space."
Fauntleroy added, "It's so exciting to be a part of something historical and ambitious. As a huge nerd, and music fanatic, I can't wait to see what comes from the intersection of the web3 collectors/creatives and the entertainment creative community."
"KINGSHIP's journey is rooted in storytelling, experiences and music," said Celine Joshua. "I'm incredibly thankful that Hit-Boy and James Fauntleroy, two of the most influential and creative geniuses in the entire industry, are coming together to develop the music and sound for KINGSHIP."
As one of the music industry's most sought out producers and artists, the California-bred Hit-Boy has more than earned his moniker. Born Chauncey Hollis, the 3x Grammy Award-winning multi-hyphenate artist from Pasadena and the neighboring Inland Empire boasts an impressive roster of credits, from wielding pop smashes for Beyoncé, Rihanna and Ariana Grande, to producing hit records for Jay-Z, Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, and more over his thirteen plus years in the industry. As a rapper and songwriter in his own right, Hit-Boy has recorded and released seven mixtapes and three collaborative albums. Recently earning a Grammy for Nas' King's Disease (He served as an executive producer on the 'Best Rap Album'), the super producer earned his first-time Grammy nomination for 'Producer of the Year' category in 2021. He has racked up several additional accolades, including 'Producer of the Year' at the 2021 and 2020 BET Hip-Hop Awards, 'Producer of the Year' at the XXL Awards, 'Outstanding Producer of the Year' at the 2021 NAACP Image Awards and Complex's 'Best Hip-Hop Producer Alive' of 2020. He also served as executive producer on Big Sean's Detroit 2 (debuted No. 1 on the Billboard 200), is currently working on his own artist project, Surf Or Drown (Q4 2022), and recently produced 'THIQUE' on Beyoncé's latest Billboard 200 #1 project, Renaissance.
A music industry heavyweight, Fauntleroy is a 4x Grammy Award winner best known for co-writing seven songs off of Bruno Mars' 2017 multi-Grammy-winning album 24K Magic, including 'Song of the Year,' "That's What I Like," and becoming the first [pure] songwriter to ever bring home a Grammy for 'Album of the Year.' As a songwriter, he has worked on tracks for Chris Brown, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Beyoncé, and more. He is featured on songs with Nipsey Hussle, Drake, Big Sean, Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Nas, Travis Scott and A$AP Rocky, among others. He's also co-written and/or produced songs performed by BTS, John Legend, SZA, Snoop Dogg, Stevie Wonder, Ty Dolla $ign, Joe Jonas, Jordin Sparks, Britney Spears, Brandy, Kelly Clarkson, Frank Ocean, Chris Cornell, Vince Staples, David Archuleta, Pet Shop Boys, Timbaland, Jhené Aiko, Mariah Carey, Jay Electronica, John Mayer, Leona Lewis, Diddy, Ashanti, Usher, Teyana Taylor, Anderson .Paak and more.
Additionally, Fauntleroy has a background in 3D modeling, web design and coding and frequently experiments and collaborates with the world's leading visual artists. Alongside producer Larrance Dopson and entrepreneur Twila True, Fauntleroy founded the 1500 Sound Academy in Inglewood, California, where students from the area and across the globe come to learn about engineering, producing, branding, publishing business and songwriting from expert guest speakers and a curriculum that spans practical information along with the musical and technical lessons.
Last month, KINGSHIP sold out their entire collection of 5,000 access-enabled Key Cards in the form of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and ranks No. 1 on OpenSea's Music NFT chart.
The collectible Key Cards feature different KINGSHIP members and contain unique attributes, some more rare than others. In addition to membership to the group's virtual world, located on an island far away from the swamp where Captain, KING, Arnell and Hud were born, the Key Cards will also unlock exclusive access to music, content, products, and a token-gated community, as well as a special token-gated Discord channel.
Headshots, images, video, animation, logos and other KINGSHIP assets can be found here.
KINGSHIP, stylized in all uppercase letters, consists of three rare Bored Apes and a rare Mutant Ape: Captain (vocals, bass), KING (lead vocals), Arnell (beats, producer, drums) and Hud (guitar, keyboards, vocals).
Website: KINGSHIP.io
Discord: https://discord.gg/kingship
Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealkingship
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ALBANY ─ Tyler Miller, a Dougherty Comprehensive High School junior, will have an opportunity this summer to see his artwork on display at the U.S. Capitol after winning the Congressional Art Competition for the Second Congressional District of Georgia.
U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop, D-Albany, presented the award to Miller recently at the Albany Museum of Art.
“I’m pretty excited to win,” Miller said after the announcement.
This is the 40th year of the Congressional Art Competition, a nationwide visual art competition for high school students that is sponsored by the Congressional Institute. The winning entry from each participating district is taken to Washington, D.C., where the works are displayed for a year in the Cannon Tunnel, a busy corridor that connects the Cannon Office Building to the U.S. Capitol.
“It’s very heavily traveled, and visitors who come through there look at them (the artworks) every day,” Bishop said. “I’ve found myself stopping to look at some of the pieces because we have some incredibly talented young people across this country. Georgia is certainly well-represented among the talented, and, of course, the Second Congressional District always makes me proud.”
In addition to recognition in their respective districts, Miller and the other district winners will be invited to the annual awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. The Albany Museum of Art makes that trip possible for the student winner in the Second Congressional District by providing airfare and hotel accommodations for the young artist and a parent. The AMA also offers a $250 purchase price for the winning artwork.
“Investing in the young people in our community and region is an important mission of the Albany Museum of Art,” Director Andrew J. Wulf said. “Through this long-time partnership with Congressman Bishop, we are able to facilitate a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Tyler and others. These young people will have the opportunity to witness the display of their inspired creativity, on exhibit for thousands to see in our nation’s capital. Through this experience, these kids will grow in confidence knowing their voices are important and heard via their creative expression.”
Miller said this will be his first opportunity to visit the nation’s capital.
“I don’t travel that much, so I’m excited,” he said.
In addition to Miller, three high school artists from the Second District were recognized at the awards ceremony and reception.
Andrea Smith, also a junior at Dougherty High School, won second place for her untitled colored pencil drawing. Odalis Dominguez-Aguazul, a sophomore at Rainey-McCullers School of the Arts in Columbus, won third place for her graphite drawing "Fly Away." Jared Gray, a senior at Kendrick High School in Columbus, won honorable mention for his work "Dynamic Display."
Miller won with an untitled pencil drawing that used dark grays, dramatic warm colors, and intricate detailing to illustrate the facial features and weathered hands of a man lighting a cigarette in darkness. He said his mother, who teaches art, encouraged him to tackle a work that was “a little more difficult for me because she felt like I wasn’t being challenged. That was my inspiration.”
Bishop said the arts play an important role in society and the development of young people. Since its inception in 1982, the Congressional Art Competition has seen participation by more than 650,000 high school students across the United States.
“It (art) captures our culture and allows our young people to express their creativity and a sense of who we are as a people at this moment in time,” the congressman said. “I think we have some of the best, some of the brightest, some of the most creative young people anywhere in the world, and I’m just delighted to show off their talents.” | https://www.albanyherald.com/entertainment/arts_theatre/dougherty-high-student-wins-congressional-art-competition/article_03cb1426-c3fe-11ec-a9a2-5bf991e8e1dd.html | 2022-04-24T21:09:09Z |
Jan. 6 trial of former Virginia officer continues with testimony from man who called him “dad”
Jacob Fracker said he once called Thomas Robertson “dad,” and Robertson called him “son.” The two were together inside the United States Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - It’s day two in the trial of former Rocky Mount police officer Thomas Robertson. He’s charged with six crimes related to his alleged actions on and after the January 6th insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Dramatic moments inside the courtroom in the final hours today as Jacob Fracker, Robertson’s former co-defendant, takes the stand to testify against Robertson.
Jacob Fracker said that he used to call Thomas Robertson “dad”, and said Robertson would call him “son.”
Now, he’s testifying against Robertson after taking a plea deal for his involvement in the Jan. 6 insurrection.
A picture that prosecutors used in their original charging document shows Fracker on the left, and Robertson on the right, inside of the U.S. Capitol building on Jan. 6, 2021, according to prosecutors.
Fracker testified Wednesday that Robertson invited him, and planned the trip to the Capitol. Fracker also said on that day, he was hyped up and wanted to see the results of 2020 election overturned.
The defense said in its opening statements that Robertson only went into the Capitol because they said Fracker got too excited and ran in first. They argue that Robertson was only trying to find Fracker and leave.
During his testimony, Fracker told the court that he did lose sight of Robertson before entering the Capitol. Fracker said he and Robertson were reunited in a room below the Capitol Rotunda known as the crypt, where they took pictures and began singing and clapping with a crowd.
He said Robertson never told him that his only goal was to retrieve him, and that Robertson was just as excited as he was once they left the Capitol.
Fracker told the court that he and Robertson discussed a potential next civil war on the ride back home to Virginia.
Fracker’s testimony still is not done. Robertson’s defense is expected to cross-examine Fracker when court is back in session on Thursday morning.
Robertson’s lawyer told the judge tonight that Robertson may testify when the defense presents its case tomorrow.
The judge told lawyers that he wants to hear closing arguments on Friday.
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Tropical Storm Fiona, 6th named storm, forms in Atlantic
Published: Sep. 14, 2022 at 11:43 PM EDT|Updated: moments ago
MIAMI (AP) - The National Hurricane Center in Miami says Tropical Storm Fiona, this season’s sixth named storm, formed in the Atlantic Ocean on Wednesday evening.
Fiona was centered about 650 miles east of the Leeward Islands and tropical storm watches were issued for Saba and St. Eustatius, St. Maarten, Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts, Nevis, Montserrat, and Anguilla.
Forecasters say those in the Leeward Islands, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico should monitor the system’s progress.
At 11 p.m. EDT, the storm had maximum sustained winds of about 50 mph.
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Elon Musk quest to scrap deal over 2018 tweets is rejected
DETROIT (AP) — Elon Musk’s request to scrap a settlement with securities regulators over 2018 tweets claiming he had the funding to take Tesla private was denied by a federal judge in New York.
Judge Lewis Liman on Wednesday also denied a motion to nullify subpoenas of Musk seeking information about possible violations of his settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Musk had asked the court to throw out the settlement, which required that his tweets be approved by a Tesla attorney. The SEC is investigating whether the Tesla CEO violated the settlement with tweets last November asking Twitter followers if he should sell 10% of his Tesla stock.
The whole dispute stems from an October 2018 agreement with the SEC in which Musk and Tesla each agreed to pay $20 million in civil fines over Musk’s tweets about having the money to take Tesla private at $420 per share.
The funding was far from secured and the electric vehicle company remains public, but Tesla’s stock price jumped. The settlement specified governance changes, including Musk’s ouster as board chairman, as well as pre-approval of his tweets.
Musk attorney Alex Spiro contended in court motions that the SEC was trampling on Musk’s right to free speech.
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SEATTLE (AP) — Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon will undergo surgery for a right wrist injury and miss the rest of the season, the team announced Friday.
Rendon reaggravated a previous injury to the wrist during Tuesday’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers and has not played since.
Rendon, 32, has played in 155 of the Angels’ 384 games during the first three seasons of the $245 million, seven-year deal he signed before the 2020 season.
Interim manager Phil Nevin said Thursday before the Angels began a three-game series at Seattle that Rendon seemed to be doing better and might be available to pinch-hit.
Instead, he’ll have another season cut short by injury.
Rendon batted .228 with five homers and 28 RBIs in 45 games this season. Last year, he was limited to 58 games and hit .240 with nine homers and 34 RBIs.
His best season came in 2019 with Washington when he was an All-Star and led the NL with 44 doubles and 126 RBIs while hitting a career-best .319. He homered in Game 6 and Game 7 of the Nationals’ World Series victory over the Houston Astros.
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VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican’s foreign minister, Archbishop Paul Gallagher, is heading to Kyiv this week as the Holy See seeks to balance its concern for Ukrainians amid Russia’s war with its efforts to keep open a channel of dialogue with Moscow.
Gallagher is due to arrive Wednesday and meet Friday with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, a visit that was originally scheduled for before Easter but was postponed after Gallagher came down with COVID-19.
The Vatican said that Gallagher would stop first in Lviv to meet with refugees and regional officials, and then move onto Kyiv for the meeting with Kuleba and to tour the destruction nearby.
The secretariat of state tweeted Tuesday that the visit would mark the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Ukraine and show the closeness of the pope and Holy See to Ukraine, “reaffirming the importance of dialogue to reestablish peace.”
The trip comes as the Holy See toes a delicate line in trying to keep alive newly improved ties with the Russian Orthodox Church while offering support to the “martyred” Ukrainian faithful. At the same time, the Holy See is reconciling Pope Francis’ frequent denunciation of the weapons industry and “crazy” recourse to rearming Ukraine with Catholic teaching that says states have a right and duty to repel an “unjust aggressor.”
“It has to be proportional,” Gallagher told RAI state television in announcing his trip. “Yes, Ukraine has the right to defend itself and it needs weapons to do it, but it has to be prudent in the way it’s done.”
Gallagher, a 68-year-old career Vatican diplomat from Liverpool, becomes the third papal envoy dispatched to the region by Francis, after two trusted cardinals went to Ukraine and bordering countries to assess the humanitarian needs of Ukrainian refugees and bring them the pope’s solidarity.
Francis has drawn criticism from somefor refusing to condemn Russia or President Vladimir Putin by name, though he has stepped up his criticism of the “barbaric” war and recently met with the wives of two Ukrainian soldiers holding out at the besieged steel mill in Mariupol, a gesture of “our concern and participation in the suffering of these families,” Gallagher said.
Francis’ down-the-middle line is evidence of the Holy See’s diplomatic tradition of not calling out aggressors by name and its efforts to keep open paths of dialogue with both sides in a conflict. This so-called “Ostpolitik” dictated the Vatican’s Cold War policy of maintaining relations with the same Communist regimes that were persecuting the Catholic faithful on the ground.
In the case of Ukraine, the Holy See is keen not to sever newly improved relations with the Russian Orthodox Church, which took a big step forward in 2016 when Francis met in Havana with the Russian Patriarch, Kirill.
Francis has so far declined an invitation from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to visit Ukraine, recently saying he wants to go to Moscow first. Francis has said he asked early on to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but that the Russian leader hasn’t yet replied.
Francis, however, called off a planned June meeting with Kirill, who has justified Putin’s war on ideological and spiritual grounds. Francis has said the Vatican’s diplomats — presumably Gallagher and his boss, the secretary of state Cardinal Pietro Parolin — realized the optics would be bad.
But the Vatican is still pursuing its diplomatic efforts in hopes of bringing about at the very least a cease-fire.
“The Holy See has this vocation,” Gallagher told RAI. “We try never to put ourselves on one side or the other, but to create a space for dialogue and be available to everyone for the sake of peace, and find solutions to these terrible conflicts.” | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/vatican-minister-visits-ukraine-as-pope-toes-delicate-line/ | 2022-05-17T20:17:50Z |
Chick-fil-A earns top spot in customer satisfaction for 8th straight year
Published: Jul. 2, 2022 at 2:28 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) - Chick-fil-A remains the head of the pack not only in the fast food industry, but of all restaurants when it comes to customer service satisfaction.
The American Customer Satisfaction Index recently released its annual scores and Chick-fil-A’s grade of 83 keeps it in the top spot for the eighth year in a row.
Also high on the list was Jimmy John’s with a score of 79, while Domino’s and KFC were just below with grades of 78.
Last place in the rankings is McDonald’s with a customer satisfaction score of 68.
The ACSI restaurant study finds in the bigger picture, full-service still beats fast food in customer experience.
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KREMENCHUK, Ukraine (AP) — The mall was nothing extraordinary, but in the middle of a war it was an escape for those in this Ukrainian city who had decided not to flee. Then it exploded in a Russian airstrike.
In moments on Monday afternoon, a summer hangout became a hellish inferno. Life and death depended on a shopper’s decision whether to heed yet another air raid siren and take shelter. Among those who stayed, at least 18 are dead, more than 20 are missing and scores are wounded.
The crowded mall in Kremenchuk, which housed the largest toy store in town, is now the latest shorthand for allegations of war crimes against Russia. As with earlier attacks on a theater, a train station and a hospital elsewhere in Ukraine, authorities in Moscow said the mall was not the target.
One day after the airstrike, the scene still smelled of charred debris. Grit hung in the air, irritating the skin and throats. Visitors laid red carnations, a spot of color in the still-smoking ruins.
Images on social media showed the burned body of a woman, white sneakers still intact, who appeared to have been caught in the blast as she tried to run. In another video, around the time of impact, a man could be heard calling for his mother.
One mall employee, who gave only his first name, Oleksandr, said he had stepped outside with a colleague for a cigarette when the air raid siren went off. He described the moment of impact.
“There was darkness in my eyes for two minutes,” he said. “There was a black tunnel, smoke, fire. I started to crawl. I saw the sun up there, and my brain was telling me I needed to save myself.”
Everything was on fire, he said. A blast wave threw him under a car. He couldn’t hear. Bits of shrapnel were embedded in his leg.
“Thank God that was it,” he said. “I was very lucky.”
He estimated 1,000 shoppers and employees had been in the mall at the time, contradicting Russia’s claim that it was empty.
Kateryna Romashnya had just reached the mall on her walk home from work when the explosion threw her to the ground and blew out nearby windows. Stunned, she estimated that 10-15 minutes passed before another explosion occurred.
“I realized I needed to get away,” Romashnya said, and she ran with all her strength.
“It was terrifying,” she said, and began to cry.
“You have to be a real monster” to destroy a mall, she said. “I don’t have words anymore.”
Ukrainian authorities said that in addition to the direct hit on the mall, a factory was struck, but denied it housed weapons, as Russian officials alleged.
Dr. Kostyantyn Manayenkov, the chief surgeon at a Kremenchuk hospital treating the wounded, said nine people in intensive care were in “very bad condition.” There had been skull injuries and some amputations, he said.
Some bodies were so badly burned that they were unrecognizable, said Denis Monastyrsky, Ukraine’s minister of internal affairs, who visited the scene. Identifying them could take days, he added.
Those inside the mall had had seven to 10 minutes to leave and get to safety when the warning sounded, he said. A shelter was just across the street.
Monastyrsky again pleaded with Ukrainians who have lived with such sirens for four months now to understand the danger and to act.
The country’s prosecutor general, Iryna Venediktova, emphasized that all Ukrainians must remain alert and expect a similar strike “every minute.”
But near sunset on Tuesday, some residents could only stand and stare at the debris.
“Say something!” one man cried, trying to rouse them. “Pray to God that he will help us!”
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Dry air begins to move in and reduce Suncoast rain chances
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Another round of afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast today.
But just off the Atlantic coast, there is another area of dry Saharan dust about to advance over the state. The impact of the drier air may well be to reduce the number of storms and the severity of the storms.
One thing we will be watching this afternoon is the potential for a few storms to produce very gusty winds. In general, the amount of rainfall may be slightly reduced today, but that may be hard to notice if you are under one of the growing thunderstorms.
Overnight, the dry air will continue to move in and continue to reduce the rain chance tomorrow.
By Thursday, the dry air will anchor over the area and the chance for showers will be about as low as it gets during the summer in Florida. The cause for the drop in rain chances is the aforementioned Sarahan dust. The dust and dry air will linger for several days.
By Sunday, high pressure will sink south and direct our winds out of the southwest, over the Gulf waters. This wind flow. The storms near the coast will start earlier in the morning and afternoon and then be driven inland by late afternoon and evening. That might make for some nice sunset weather this weekend. It will also likely make for a more humid afternoon.
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NEW YORK, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delcath Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: DCTH), an interventional oncology company focused on the treatment of primary and metastatic cancers of the liver, will present at the following investor conferences in August:
- BTIG Biotechnology Conference 2022 on August 9, 2022.
- Canaccord Genuity 42nd Annual Growth Conference: Presentation to take place on August 10, 2022 at 12:30PM ET. A webcast of the presentation will be available at: https://wsw.com/webcast/canaccord76/dcth/2436417
To learn more or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with management, please contact your conference representative or shamsian@lythampartners.com.
Delcath Systems, Inc. is an interventional oncology company focused on the treatment of primary and metastatic liver cancers. The Company's proprietary percutaneous hepatic perfusion (PHP) system is designed to administer high-dose chemotherapy to the liver while controlling systemic exposure and associated side effects. In the United States, the PHP system is being developed under the tradename HEPZATO™ KIT (melphalan hydrochloride for injection/hepatic delivery system), or HEPZATO, for the treatment of patients with unresectable hepatic-dominant metastatic ocular melanoma (mOM), also known as metastatic uveal melanoma (mUM) and is considered a combination drug and device product regulated by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
In Europe, the PHP system is now regulated as a Class lll medical device and is approved for sale under the trade name CHEMOSAT Hepatic Delivery System for Melphalan, or CHEMOSAT, where it has been used at major medical centers to treat a wide range of cancers of the liver.
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FAIRPORT, N.Y., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Manning & Napier, Inc. (NYSE: MN), ("Manning & Napier" or the "Company") today reported 2022 second quarter results for the period ended June 30, 2022.
"Broad and significant declines across capital markets globally continued in the second quarter, pressuring revenues and causing mark-to-market declines in securities held on the balance sheet," commented Marc Mayer, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Manning & Napier. "We are managing our expenses thoughtfully and we are entirely focused on delivering excellent results and superior service for our clients."
Mr. Mayer added, "We are progressing toward the completion of our previously announced process of going private and being acquired by Callodine Group, and we look forward to embarking on this next phase at Manning & Napier."
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Review
Manning & Napier reported second quarter 2022 revenue of $33.8 million, a decrease of 6% from revenue of $36.1 million reported in the second quarter of 2021, and a decrease of approximately $1.8 million, or 5%, from revenue of $35.5 million reported in the first quarter of 2022. These changes in revenue resulted primarily from changes in average AUM over the same periods. Average AUM for the quarter was $19.5 billion, an 11% decrease from the second quarter of 2021 and an 8% decrease from the first quarter of 2022, when average AUM was $21.8 billion and $21.3 billion, respectively. Revenue as a percentage of average AUM was 0.69% for the second quarter of 2022, compared to 0.66% for the second quarter of 2021 and 0.68% for the first quarter of 2022.
Total operating expenses for the second quarter of 2022 were $26.7 million, a decrease of $1.6 million, or 6%, compared with the second quarter of 2021, and a decrease of $7.8 million, or 23% compared with the first quarter of 2022 due to the factors described below.
Compensation and related costs were $14.5 million for the second quarter of 2022, a decrease of $3.8 million, or 21%, compared with the second quarter of 2021 and a decrease of $6.2 million, or 30%, compared with the first quarter of 2022. The change in the current quarter compared to both the prior quarter and first quarter of 2021 was mainly driven by our response to the year to date market volatility and its impact to AUM and revenue. This decrease, when compared to the second quarter of 2021, is partially offset by the savings realized in the prior year resulting from the implementation of our deferred compensation program in 2021. Compensation and related costs as a percentage of revenue were 43% for the second quarter of 2022, compared with 51% in the second quarter of 2021 and 58% for the first quarter of 2022.
Distribution, servicing and custody expenses for the second quarter of 2022 decreased by $0.3 million, or 13% compared with the second quarter of 2021. The expense decreased due to a decrease in average mutual fund and collective trust AUM, and as a result of business mix generally trending towards asset classes that do not have a distribution fee attached. Distribution, servicing and custody expenses decreased by $0.1 million, or 5%, compared with the first quarter of 2022, generally in line with the decrease in average assets.
Other operating costs for the second quarter of 2022 were $10.0 million, an increase of approximately $2.5 million, or 34% compared with the second quarter of 2021, and a decrease of $1.5 million, or 13%, when compared with the first quarter of 2022. The increase compared to the second quarter of 2021 includes costs to support our technology initiatives as well as increased professional fees and other merger related costs. The decrease compared to the first quarter of 2022 is due primarily to the $1.9 million non-cash charge recorded during that quarter for the impairment of existing internal-use software. Other operating costs as a percentage of revenue for the second quarter of 2022 were 30%, compared to 21% for the second quarter of 2021 and 32% for the first quarter of 2022.
Operating income was $7.1 million for the second quarter of 2022, a decrease of approximately $0.7 million from operating income of $7.8 million for the second quarter of 2021, and an increase of $6.0 million from operating income of $1.1 million for the first quarter of 2022. Operating margin for the second quarter of 2022 was 21%, a decrease compared to 22% for the second quarter of 2021 and an increase from 3% for the first quarter of 2022.
Non-operating loss, which for each period is comprised primarily of net gains or losses on investments, was $2.6 million for the quarter, compared to income of $0.3 million and a loss of $0.6 million in the second quarter of 2021 and first quarter of 2022, respectively.
Income before provision for (benefit from) income taxes was $4.5 million for the quarter, compared to $8.0 million in the second quarter of 2021 and $0.5 million in the first quarter of 2022. The Company recognized a provision for income taxes of $2.1 million in the second quarter of 2022, compared to a provision of $1.3 million in the second quarter of 2021 and a benefit from income taxes of $0.7 million in the first quarter of 2022. The increase in the current quarter over both the second quarter of 2021 and the first quarter of 2022 is driven primarily by the discrete income tax benefits received from the vesting of equity awards during the first quarter of 2022 and the exercise of stock options during the second quarter of 2021, coupled with changes in pre-tax earnings among the comparative periods.
Net income attributable to the controlling and the non-controlling interests for the second quarter of 2022 was $2.4 million, compared to $6.7 million in the second quarter of 2021 and $1.2 million in the first quarter of 2022. Net income attributable to Manning & Napier, Inc. for the second quarter of 2022 was $2.3 million, or $0.12 per basic and $0.11 per diluted share, compared to $5.9 million, or $0.35 per basic and $0.29 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2021 and $1.2 million, or $0.06 per basic and diluted share, in the first quarter of 2022 and reflects the public ownership of the Company's subsidiary, Manning & Napier Group. The remaining ownership interest is attributable to the other members of Manning & Napier Group.
On a Non-GAAP basis, as defined in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of this release, Manning & Napier reported second quarter 2022 Adjusted EBITDA of $5.2 million, compared to $8.7 million in the second quarter of 2021 and $3.1 million in the first quarter of 2022.
Six months ended June 30, 2022 Financial Review
Manning & Napier reported 2022 year-to-date revenue of $69.3 million, a decrease of 1% from revenue of $70.2 million reported in the same period in 2021. This decrease was driven by changes in average AUM, which decreased by 4% from the prior year to $20.4 billion in 2022. Revenue as a percentage of average AUM was 0.69% and 0.67% for the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Total operating expenses for 2022 year-to-date were $61.2 million, an increase of $4.9 million, or 9%, when compared to the same period in 2021.
Compensation and related costs for the six months ended June 30, 2022 decreased by $2.0 million, or 5%, when compared to the same period in 2021. This change was mainly driven by our our response to the year to date market volatility and its impact to AUM and revenue offset by the savings realized in the prior year resulting from the implementation of our deferred compensation program in 2021. Compensation and related costs as a percentage of revenue were 51% for 2022 compared to 53% in 2021.
Distribution, servicing and custody expenses for 2022 year-to-date decreased by $0.4 million, or 8%, from the same period in 2021. The expense decreased due to a decrease in average mutual fund and collective trust AUM, and as a result of business mix generally trending towards asset classes that do not have a distribution fee attached.
Other operating costs for 2022 year-to-date increased by $7.3 million as compared to 2021, driven primarily by a $1.9 million non- cash charge recorded in the first quarter of 2022 for the impairment of capitalized costs in connection with hosted software arrangements as well as increased professional fees and other costs incurred to support our digital transformation. Other operating costs as a percentage of revenue were 31% for 2022, compared with 20% in 2021.
Operating income was $8.2 million for 2022 year-to-date, a decrease of $5.8 million, or 41%, from $14.0 million in 2021. Operating margin for 2022 was 12% compared to 20% in 2021.
Non-operating loss, which for each period is comprised primarily of net gains or losses on investments, was $3.2 million for 2022, a decrease of approximately $3.9 million from non-operating income of $0.7 million for 2021. Also included in non-operating loss for 2022 was income of less than $0.1 million, compared to an expense of $0.2 million recognized for 2021, related to changes in the Company's expected tax benefits under the tax receivable agreement with the other holders of units of Manning & Napier Group and the corresponding changes in the payment of such benefits.
Income before provision for income taxes was $5.0 million for 2022 year-to-date, compared to $14.7 million in 2021, a 66% decrease. The Company recognized a provision for income taxes of $1.3 million for 2022 compared to $2.0 million in 2021. This change is driven by a reduction in earnings before income taxes during the six months ended June 30, 2022 compared to the same period in 2021. This change is also offset by less income tax benefits received from the vesting of equity awards and exercise of stock options during during six months ended June 30, 2022 compared to the same period in 2021.
Net income attributable to the controlling and the non-controlling interests was $3.7 million and $12.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Net income attributable to Manning & Napier, Inc. for 2022 was $3.5 million, or $0.19 per basic and $0.16 per diluted share, compared to $11.2 million, or $0.65 per basic and $0.55 diluted share in 2021.
On a Non-GAAP basis, as defined in the Non-GAAP Financial Measures section of this release, Manning & Napier reported Adjusted EBITDA of $8.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to $15.6 million in 2021.
Assets Under Management
As of June 30, 2022, AUM was $18.5 billion, a decrease of 11% from $20.6 billion as of March 31, 2022 and a decrease of 17% from $22.3 billion as of June 30, 2021. The composition of the Company's AUM across portfolios as of June 30, 2022 was 69% in blended assets, 25% in equity, and 6% in fixed income, compared with 69% in blended assets, 26% in equity, and 5% in fixed income as of March 31, 2022 and 67% in blended assets, 28% in equity, and 5% in fixed income as of June 30, 2021. By channel, the composition of the Company's AUM at June 30, 2022 was approximately 44% in wealth management and 56% in institutional and intermediary.
Since March 31, 2022, AUM decreased by $2.2 billion. This decrease in AUM was attributable to $2.1 billion in market depreciation as well as $0.1 billion in net client outflows. The net client outflows of approximately $0.1 billion consisted of wealth management net outflows of $0.2 billion, offset by institutional and intermediary net inflows of approximately $0.1 billion. The annualized separate account retention rate for the three months ended June 30, 2022 was 94%, slightly down from 96% for the rolling 12 months ended June 30, 2022.
When compared to June 30, 2021, AUM decreased by $3.8 billion from $22.3 billion. The $3.8 billion decrease in AUM from June 30, 2021 to June 30, 2022 was attributable to market depreciation of $2.6 billion as well as net client outflows of $1.2 billion. The net client outflows of $1.2 billion consisted of approximately $0.4 billion of net outflows in our wealth management sales channel and $0.8 billion of net outflows within our institutional and intermediary sales channel.
Balance Sheet
Cash and cash equivalents and investments totaled $96.4 million as of June 30, 2022, compared to $88.8 million as of March 31, 2022. The increase in cash and cash equivalents and investments of approximately $7.6 million during the quarter was primarily attributed to net income during the quarter and the timing of annual incentive compensation payments. This increase was partially offset by the $1.0 million second quarter dividend of $0.05 per share of Class A common stock.
Recent Developments
On March 31, 2022, we entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of Callodine Group, LLC for $12.85 per share in an all-cash transaction.
Stockholders approved the Callodine transaction on August 3, 2022 and the acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2022.
We believe this proposed transaction creates value for our stockholders while providing significant benefits to all stakeholders. In light of the previously announced definitive agreement to be acquired by Callodine Group, LLC the Company will not host a conference call to discuss second quarter 2022 financial results.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
To provide investors with greater insight into operating results, promote transparency, facilitate comparison of period-to-period results, and to allow a more comprehensive understanding of information used by management in its financial and operational decision-making, the Company supplements its consolidated statements of operations presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP") with non-GAAP financial measures of earnings. Please refer to the schedule in this release for a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to GAAP measures.
Beginning with the release of our operating results for the first quarter of 2022, we have moved away from presenting economic income, economic net income and economic net income per adjusted share as supplemental non-GAAP measures. Given our current organizational structure and that the strategic restructuring efforts initiated in 2019 are substantially complete, we believe that the non-GAAP measure of Adjusted EBITDA is a more representative supplemental measure of our results. Management uses Adjusted EBITDA as a financial measure to evaluate the profitability and efficiency of the Company's business in the ordinary, ongoing and customary course of its operations. Adjusted EBITDA is not presented in accordance with GAAP, and removes the impact of interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, and, if any, the net gain (loss) on the tax receivable agreement ("TRA"). Adjusted EBITDA also adds back net income (loss) attributable to the noncontrolling interests and assumes all income of Manning & Napier Group, LLC is allocated to the Company. Non-GAAP measures for prior periods have been revised to conform to the current period presentation.
Investors should consider this non-GAAP financial measure in addition to, and not as a substitute for, financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. Additionally, the Company's non-GAAP financial measures may differ from similar measures used by other companies, even if similar terms are used to identify such measures.
About Manning & Napier, Inc.
Manning & Napier (NYSE: MN) provides a broad range of investment solutions through separately managed accounts, mutual funds, and collective investment trust funds, as well as a variety of consultative services that complement our investment process. Founded in 1970, we offer equity, fixed income and alternative strategies, as well as a range of blended asset portfolios, including life cycle funds. We serve a diversified client base of high-net-worth individuals and institutions, including 401(k) plans, pension plans, Taft-Hartley plans, endowments and foundations. For many of these clients, our relationship goes beyond investment management and includes customized solutions that address key issues and solve client-specific problems. We are headquartered in Fairport, NY and had 275 employees as of June 30, 2022.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release and other statements that the Company 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. Words like "believes," "expects," "may," "estimates," "will," or "should," or the negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology, are used to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Although the Company believes that it is basing its expectations and beliefs on reasonable assumptions within the bounds of what it currently knows about its business and operations, there can be no assurance that its actual results will not differ materially from what the Company expects or believes. Some of the factors that could cause the Company's actual results to differ from its expectations or beliefs include, without limitation: the delay in or failure to consummate the proposed transaction with Callodine Group; changes in our business related to the proposed transaction with Callodine Group; changes in securities or financial markets or general economic conditions, including as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic or political instability and uncertainty, such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine; inflation; changes in interest rates; a decline in the performance of the Company's products; client sales and redemption activity; any loss of an executive officer or key personnel; the Company's ability to successfully deploy new technology platforms and upgrades; changes of government policy or regulations; and other risks discussed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Contacts
Investor Relations:
Emily Blum
Prosek Partners
973-464-5240
eblum@prosek.com
Public Relations:
Nicole Kingsley Brunner
Manning & Napier, Inc.
585-325-6880
nbrunner@manning-napier.com
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RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s administration has rewritten Virginia’s model policies for the treatment of transgender students, issuing guidance for school divisions that would roll back some accommodations and tighten parental notification requirements.
The new model policies from the Virginia Department of Education, which were posted online Friday, say students’ participation in certain school programming and use of school facilities like bathrooms or locker rooms should be based on their biological sex, with modifications offered only to the extent required under federal law. The policies also say that students who are minors must be referred to by the name and pronouns in their official records, unless a parent approves the use of something else.
Regarding parental notification, the guidelines say school divisions may not encourage teachers to conceal information about a student’s gender from his or her parents. And they say parents must be given an opportunity to object before counseling services pertaining to gender are offered.
The guidance is subject to a 30-day public comment period that opens later this month. Then, in accordance with a 2020 state law, local school boards must adopt policies that are “consistent with” the department’s but may be “more comprehensive,” the document says.
Macaulay Porter, a spokesperson for Youngkin, said in a statement that the updated policy “delivers on the governor’s commitment to preserving parental rights and upholding the dignity and respect of all public school students.”
The revisions mark a sharp departure to guidance that was first issued in 2021 during Democratic Gov. Ralph Northam’s administration. Those guidelines said schools should let students use names and gender pronouns that reflect their gender identity without “any substantiating evidence.” They also said students could participate in programming and access facilities in a manner consistent with their gender identity and urged schools to weigh sharing information about students’ gender identity with parents on a “case-by-case” basis, considering the health and safety of students.
The updated guidelines say school divisions must ensure no student is discriminated against or harassed on the basis of his or her sex and should “attempt to accommodate students with distinctive needs, including any student with a persistent and sincere belief that his or her gender differs from his or her sex.”
Single-user bathrooms and facilities should be made available in accessible areas and provided with appropriate signage, indicating accessibility for all students, the guidelines say.
Conservative lawmakers and advocacy groups welcomed the changes.
“We are thrilled to see Governor Youngkin leading our schools toward respecting the privacy and dignity of all students and the preeminent role of parents in the lives of their children,” said Victoria Cobb, president of The Family Foundation.
Democrats, the Virginia Education Association and LGBTQ advocacy groups, meanwhile, criticized Youngkin, saying the changes would harm vulnerable children.
The new policy “calls for the misgendering and outing of children in schools where they’re supposed to be safe. Absolutely shameful,” tweeted Democratic Del. Mike Mullin. Senate Democrats, in a collective statement, called the move “an outright violation of Virginians’ civil rights” and said it perpetuated “the national MAGA playbook of obliterating any inference of diversity, equity, or inclusion in our communities.”
Some LGBTQ advocates suggested the changes could be contested in court. The ACLU of Virginia said it was “appalled” by the overhaul, was reviewing the proposal and would have “more to say in the days to come.”
Virginia’s initial guidance was developed in accordance with a bipartisan 2020 law, which required the Department of Education to craft the policies concerning the treatment of transgender students in public schools and make them available to local school boards. The school boards were then directed to adopt policies “consistent with” the state’s model policies.
But many school boards never complied, according to a recent analysis by Equality Virginia, an LGBTQ advocacy group. A Department of Education spokesman told the Virginia Mercury last year the agency was not even tracking which divisions were meeting the standards. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/ap-youngkin-administration-recasts-transgender-student-policies/ | 2022-09-18T14:49:58Z |
VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Forte Minerals Corp. ("Forte" or the "Company") (CSE: CUAU) (OTQB: FOMNF) (Frankfurt: 2OA), a junior mining exploration company has blended assets with GlobeTrotters Resources Perú SAC to build an attractive portfolio of high-quality copper and gold assets in Perú. The Company's portfolio combines early-stage and drill-ready targets with a historically discovered and drilled porphyry system that is strategically positioned for copper and gold resource development.
Forte Minerals is pleased to announce the appointment of two new strategic members to its advisory committee. These talented individuals were appointed by the board of directors for the purpose of offering advice and support on a wide range of issues relevant to the exploration & mining initiatives in Peru as well as the financial advancement of the Company.
We're excited and honoured to welcome Ricardo Labó and Peter Espig to the team. Mr. Labó is a mineral economist with over 20 years industry experience in Peru, Latin America, and Africa. His wealth of regional experience and strong political network is invaluable.
Mr. Espig is a financier and former VP at Goldman Sachs, with an impressive track record. He has structured over US$2.0 billion in private equity and pre-IPO investment transactions from the principal side and is a pioneer of SPACs, having completed over $1.0 BN in transactions.
Ricardo Labó and Peter Espig are joining existing advisors', Paul Johnston and Thomas Henricksen to form a well-balanced advisory committee. The committee will serve as an important complement to the Board of Directors and management of the Company, and create considerable value in form of contacts, perspective, industry expertise, as well as strategic input and financial guidance.
Ricardo Labó MSc. - Mineral Economist
Mr. Labó is currently the country manager in Peru for Element 29 (TSXV: ECU), a partner at LQG Energy and Mining Consulting, General Manager of LQG Ambiental and Executive Director of the Australia Peru Chamber of Commerce.
He has held several high-level positions in the Ministry of Energy and Mines of Peru including Vice Minister of Mines, Advisor to the Minister of Energy and Mines as well as Director of Mining Promotion and Development where he successfully promoted responsible mining exploration and development investment in the country. In the private sector, he held several senior positions at Rio Tinto, Roche, Phelps Dodge and Grupo Apoyo, provided strategic advisory and consultancy services to several international mining companies and institutions, and was a board member of several private and state-owned mining and energy companies.
Mr. Labó is a Peruvian Chartered Economist from Universidad del Pacifico (Peru), with an MSc. in Mineral Economics from Colorado School of Mines (US), an LLM in Mineral Law and Policy from CEPMLP, University of Dundee (Scotland, UK) and an MBA from Adolfo Ibañez School of Management (Chile and US).
Peter Espig – Financial Advisor
Since November 2013, Mr. Espig has been the President and CEO of Nicola Mining Inc. (TSX-V: NIM). He has been active in the turnaround of mining projects and has functioned in management and director roles for numerous mining companies. He is experienced in the analysis of investment opportunities, raising capital, deal sourcing, financial structuring, and corporate turnaround.
Mr. Espig served as Vice-President of the Principal Finance and Securitization Group and Asia Special Situations Group for Goldman Sachs Japan. Prior to joining Goldman Sachs, Mr. Espig was Vice-President of Olympus Capital, a New York private equity firm, where he participated in corporate restructurings, investment analysis and financing negotiations for both domestic and international investments.
In 1989, Mr. Espig received his B.A. from the University of British Columbia and later received his MBA from Columbia Business School, where he was a Chazen International Scholar.
Paul Johnston PhD. – Technical Advisor
Mr. Johnston is a professional geologist with 30 years experience in the mining industry. His career as a mine geologist began at the Hemlo Gold deposit with Noranda. In 1996, he joined the exploration group at Teck Resources Limited (TSX-V: TECK) and amassed extensive international experience in early to advanced stage exploration through a variety of technical and management roles in Southeast Asia, Australia, North America, and South America, including Regional Chief Geoscientist for South America. Mr. Johnston currently serves as a Director on the board of Nicola Mining Inc. (TSX-V: NIM)
He holds a PhD from Queen's University and is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia. Mr. Johnston's extensive international experience in early to advanced stage exploration for gold, copper and zinc is a great asset to the company.
Thomas Henricksen PhD. – Senior Geologist Advisor
Dr. Henricksen is a highly regarded economic field geologist with over five decades of exploration experience. He was one of the founders of Plan B Minerals Corp., now Forte Minerals Corp. Dr. Henricksen was the recipient of the Association for Mineral Exploration of British Columbia's 2018 Colin Spence Award for Excellence in Global Mineral Exploration. He received this notable award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to mineral discovery, and for being involved in some monumental discoveries and acquisitions across the world.
Dr. Henricksen has successfully worked on 40 mineral exploration projects in over 14 countries on 6 continents. In 2012, Dr. Henricksen served as Vice President of Exploration for Aegean Metals Group Inc., leading the senior field team in identifying, evaluating, and acquiring two high-grade gold-copper prospects (VMS Hot Maden and Ergama) in Turkey. Prior to this, Dr. Henricksen served as senior field geologist for Apoquindo Minerals Inc., which won a bid from Teck Resources to explore and develop a copper-gold deposit (Zafranal) in Peru, resulting in more than 400 million tons of copper.
In addition to many other successful exploration projects, he served as a member of the Arctic exploration team that successfully identified the Red Dog mine in Alaska, now the world's largest zinc reserves. Operated by Teck Resources in partnership with NANA Development Corporation, Red Dog's gross profit in 2017 was $971 million. Before this, Dr. Henricksen led efforts to secure the Eskay Creek mine for US Borax Inc. (a subsidiary of Rio Tinto), which, during the period of Dr. Henricksen's involvement, became the world's highest-grade gold mine and the fifth largest silver mine by volume.
He holds a BSc in Geology from the University of Wisconsin, and a Ph.D. in Economic Geology from Oregon State University.
The Company is committed to maximizing shareholder value through acquiring, exploring, discovering, and developing copper and gold projects in Perú. Moving rapidly along the line of opportunity towards a value maxima is very attractive to investors. Significant value growth is generated when early-stage exploration moves towards resource definition while zoning in on target development and eliminating the early-stage grassroots risk. All three of Forte's properties offer this opportunity, with tremendous upside considering their geological potential.
On behalf of FORTE MINERALS CORP.
(signed) "Patrick Elliott"
Chief Executive Officer
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Forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions which are difficult to predict. Factors that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include the continued availability of capital and financing, and general economic, market or business conditions, including the effects of COVID-19. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. These statements should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from those implied by such statements. Although such statements are based on management's reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurance that the statements will prove to be accurate or that management's expectations or estimates of future developments, circumstances or results will materialize. The Company assumes no responsibility to update or revise forward-looking information to reflect new events or circumstances unless required by law. Readers should not place undue reliance on the Company's forward-looking statements.
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(The Hill) – Three major organizations that promote and manage the sport of quidditch announced on Tuesday they are changing the name of the game to quadball, partly to distance themselves from “Harry Potter” author and quidditch creator J.K. Rowling.
The International Quidditch Association (IQA) and US Quidditch (USQ), which are governing bodies for the sport, joined Major League Quidditch (MLQ), a semi-professional league with 16 teams in the U.S. and Canada, in announcing the official name change.
Quadball, which refers to the number of balls on the field as well as the number of positions, garnered enthusiastic support among the sport’s community in surveys, according to the groups.
IQA, USQ and MLQ made the decision to rebrand for two reasons. One was to distance themselves from Rowling, who has made several comments criticized as transphobic.
The second was to trademark a unique name because film and media production company Warner Bros. owns the trademark for “quidditch.”
In the U.S., both the USQ and MLQ will own the trademark for “quadball.” USQ is transitioning immediately to change its organizational name to swap out quidditch for quadball, while MLQ will officially adopt quadball into its name next month.
USQ Executive Director Mary Kimball said quadball has grown significantly and the organizations were “committed to continuing to push quadball forward.”
“In less than 20 years, our sport has grown from a few dozen college students in rural Vermont to a global phenomenon with thousands of players, semi-pro leagues and international championships,” Kimball said in a statement.
Both USQ and MLQ filed to change the name back in December after polling both players and fans on the idea.
The IQA expects to enter into a license agreement to use “quadball” and will adopt the term into its name in the near future.
Chris Lau, the chair of the IQA Board of Trustees, said he was “thrilled” to be a part of the movement to change the name.
“We are confident in this step and we look forward to all the new opportunities quadball will bring,” Lau said in a statement. “This is an important moment in our sport’s history.”
The game of quidditch was adapted from the “Harry Potter” series in 2005 at Middlebury College in Vermont. The sport has now grown to around 600 teams across 40 countries. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/quidditch-unveils-new-name-amid-furor-over-harry-potter-author-j-k-rowling/ | 2022-07-20T02:50:42Z |
GRAPEVINE, Texas, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BNY Mellon's Pershing ("Pershing") celebrates the bright future of financial advice this week at their flagship INSITE conference, together with business leaders, industry advocates and next generation talent. An action-packed agenda will serve up interactive networking, workshops and a dedicated recruiting session with leading wealth management and advisory firms.
"The next generation of talent has the power to reshape our industry," said Ben Harrison, Co-Head, Wealth Solutions, BNY Mellon's Pershing. "The support of today's leadership is key to driving future progress. Pershing is committed to empowering potential through education, community connection and professional opportunities for students and current professionals to expand and grow."
Highlights will include:
- INSITE Student Experience, designed to connect the next generation of financial services professionals with learning and career opportunities, will double in size this year to include more than 60 university students. Participants were nominated by faculty leaders from 12 of the nation's leading CFP-certified universities and colleges. Over 100 students have participated in the program to-date, and have benefitted from access to leaders at wealth management firms, industry organizations and influencers, including The CFP Board Center for Financial Planning and The Foundation for Financial Planning (FFP).
- Diverse Leadership Community will reunite at INSITE for open, game-changing conversations, workshops and networking driven by Pershing's:
"Tomorrow's financial services leaders need to see and experience future opportunities today," said Maura Creekmore, Co-Head, Wealth Solutions, BNY Mellon's Pershing. "Exposure to the multitude of career paths within financial services is the best way to connect talent with opportunity. We are proud to lead the way as an advocate, and open minds and doors for the next generation."
For more information about INSITE 2022—including a full agenda of speakers, sessions and events please visit bnymellonINSITE.com. Join the conversation on social media by following @Pershing on LinkedIn and Twitter and the #realinsite hashtag.
ABOUT BNY MELLON'S PERSHING
BNY Mellon's Pershing is a leading provider of clearing and custody services. We are uniquely positioned to help complex financial services firms transform their businesses, drive growth, maximize efficiency, and manage risk and regulation.
Wealth management and institutional firms outsource to us for trading and settlement services, investment solutions, bank and brokerage custody, middle and back office support, data insights, and business consulting.
Pershing brings together high-touch service, an open digital platform and the BNY Mellon enterprise to deliver a differentiated experience for every client.
Pershing LLC (member FINRA, NYSE, SIPC) is a BNY Mellon company. With offices around the world, Pershing has over $2 trillion in assets and millions of investor accounts. Pershing affiliates include Albridge Solutions, Inc. and Lockwood Advisors, Inc., an investment adviser registered in the United States under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. Additional information is available on pershing.com, or follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter @Pershing.
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Opinion: The best solution to high gas prices: tax the oil companies
Opinion by Patrick Gaspard for CNN Business Perspectives
President Biden has led a successful campaign to cut Russia off from the global economy, with asset freezes, export controls and a ban on Russian oil imports. While this has had a devastating impact on the Russian economy, there’s no denying that Americans are feeling the reverberations as well.
Gas prices rose nearly 70 cents per gallon in a two-week period in the wake of the invasion. Prices at the pump have since plateaued, but they are still more than $4 per gallon. Biden has responded by announcing the release of oil from the nation’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve to increase supply and lower prices. The move, along with efforts from US allies overseas, will add more than one million barrels of oil per day to supply. Still, the president and Congress should go further in combating price increases. One way to do that is by enacting a temporary windfall profits tax on Big Oil and the billions of dollars the industry has been raking in.
Oil giants Shell, BP, ExxonMobil and Chevron reported more than $75 billion in profits last year. ExxonMobil alone made $8.9 billion in the final three months of 2021. This is in the wake of propping up Putin’s fossil fuel economy for years. ExxonMobil’s subsidiary, Exxon Neftegas Limited, has a stake in an oil and gas project that has generated billions in payments to Russia’s federal and regional governments. BP, meanwhile, has owned one-fifth of Rosneft, the Russian state-owned oil company, since 2013, though it has said it would divest its stake. Shell has a stake in an oil and gas project that Russian energy company Gazprom controls, while Chevron owns a stake in a pipeline venture there.
These companies are in a position to profit from Russia’s attack on Ukraine. Pumping oil costs them the same amount, but now they can sell it at prices driven up by the war. They are using the resulting windfall profits to increase payouts to shareholders through buybacks and dividends. When challenged during a congressional hearing last week, oil CEOs made it clear they are not going to rein themselves in.
That’s why Congress must implement a temporary windfall profits tax which, according to a new report from the Center for American Progress (CAP), could bring in tens of billions of dollars to help defray fuel costs for families. The tax would rise or fall as prices fluctuate, until prices return to pre-crisis levels.
Currently, oil companies earn more money when the prices they can charge rise. But if the tax rate of oil companies went up along with the price of oil, the windfall would be recaptured and could then be returned to American consumers via a direct payment, for instance.
This proposal would be a temporary response to an extraordinary international energy crisis. Congress could ensure that the windfall profits tax would go away once oil prices return to normal levels ($75 per barrel of oil, according to the CAP analysis). But this won’t be the last time that the US consumer is buffeted by volatile energy costs, especially if we remain so dependent on petroleum. For the longer term, Congress must also invest in building a clean energy economy.
It’s time to make oil companies pay their fair share and alleviate some of the burden on the American consumer. The most immediate action Congress should take is to enact a temporary windfall profits tax that ensures oil companies don’t siphon away profits for themselves at the expense of American families.
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BURR RIDGE, Ill., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SkinCure Oncology, the world leader in providing a comprehensive model for the delivery of Image-Guided Superficial Radiotherapy (Image-Guided SRT), the most advanced non-surgical technology for the treatment of common skin cancers, today announced the availability of the technology in Iowa. That state's first installation is at the Cedar Valley Center for Skin Cancer in Waterloo, where the announcement was made earlier today.
Image-Guided SRT is the only treatment for nonmelanoma skin cancer (basal and squamous cell carcinomas) that uses ultrasound images to help clinicians direct low-level X-ray energy to targeted areas of the skin, killing cancer cells. A study published in the peer-reviewed journal Oncology and Therapy showed that Image-Guided SRT produces a 99.3 percent cure rate, making it just as effective as traditional Mohs surgery.
"I've been practicing medicine since 2003, and in all those years, no technological innovation has been as exciting for my team and my patients as this new non-surgical treatment for common skin cancers," said David Congdon, M.D., founder of the Cedar Valley Center for Skin Cancer. "I'm delighted to offer this breakthrough treatment, and I'm proud that Waterloo is home to the state's first installation of the technology."
Today's event comes as Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds formally proclaimed this as Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Awareness Week, noting that individuals with this disease "should discuss their treatment options with their doctors and other healthcare providers in a timely fashion."
Joining Dr. Congdon at the announcement was Waterloo Mayor Quentin Hart, Senator Charles Grassley via video remarks, and representatives of Senator Joni Ernst and Congresswoman Ashley Hinson.
Mayor Hart said, "As the regional hub for healthcare, the City of Waterloo congratulates the Cedar Valley Center for Skin Cancer on their expansion of services, and we thank them for their investment in our community and commitment to providing the most advanced treatments available to our residents and to the hundreds of thousands of Iowa residents who travel to Waterloo seeking specialized medical services. This investment demonstrates a strong level of confidence in the Waterloo economy."
Senator Grassley said, "We all need to be sun smart, protect our skin, and see our doctors regularly to minimize the chance of getting skin cancer. When we do get nonmelanoma skin cancer, it's good to know that the newest, non-surgical cancer [treatment] called Image-Guided Superficial Radiotherapy is available to us right here in the Cedar Valley. I commend you all for being the first healthcare provider in Iowa to offer this safe, effective, and gentle cure for common skin cancers."
"Some 32,000 Iowans are estimated to be diagnosed with nonmelanoma skin cancer this year alone, and we're pleased to be partnering with the Cedar Valley Center for Skin Cancer to offer a highly effective, non-surgical treatment option for their patients," said Kerwin Brandt, CEO of SkinCure Oncology, the company which brought the technology to the state.
SkinCure Oncology is the world leader in providing a comprehensive model for the delivery of Image-Guided Superficial Radiotherapy (Image-Guided SRT), the most advanced non-surgical technology for the treatment of common skin cancers. The company partners with quality-focused dermatologists and Mohs surgeons to bring cancer center-level radiotherapy treatment to physician offices. To date, SkinCure Oncology is working with more than 240 dermatology practice locations across the country, and more than 40,000 patients have been treated with Image-Guided SRT over the last five years. Learn more about the company at skincureoncology.com, and visit gentlecure.com for helpful consumer and patient information.
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Russell Public Communications
520-979-9400
bsklar@russellpublic.com
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Bangladesh loses Mushfiqur just before lunch, 210-7 vs. SA
GQEBERHA, South Africa (AP) — Bangladesh has lost the key wickets of Mushfiqur Rahim and Yasir Ali and is struggling at 210-7 in the second test against South Africa. Mushfiqur gave his wicket away two balls after reaching his half-century when he was bowled trying a reverse sweep in spinner Simon Harmer’s first over of the day. It was just before the lunch break on the third day. Mushfiqur was out for 51 and Yasir fell earlier for 46. Bangladesh is still 243 runs behind South Africa’s first-innings score of 453. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/10/bangladesh-loses-mushfiqur-just-before-lunch-210-7-vs-sa/ | 2022-04-10T12:18:52Z |
PITTSBURGH, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be a convenient way to clean your hands, the steering wheel and other surfaces within a vehicle," said an inventor, from N. Chesterfield, Va., "so I invented the P. A. S. S. - PERSONAL AUTO SANITIZING SYSTEM. My design also allows you to keep your face mask handy while driving."
The patent-pending invention ensures that hand sanitizer, wipes and masks are readily accessible within a vehicle. In doing so, it helps to prevent the spread of germs and viruses. As a result, it enhances sanitation and it provides added peace of mind. The invention features an effective design that is easy to use so it is ideal for vehicle owners and professional drivers. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype model is available upon request.
The original design was submitted to the Richmond sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-RKH-278, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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SAN DIEGO (AP) — Reaching the playoffs is becoming routine yet still special for Justin Turner and the the Los Angeles Dodgers.
After emphatically becoming the first team to clinch a postseason spot this year with an 11-2 victory Sunday over the San Diego Padres, the Dodgers didn’t celebrate on the field beyond their usual post-victory handshake line.
Afterward in the clubhouse, manager Dave Roberts led a toast with sparkling wine and the players and staff were given caps with the postseason logo.
The message was simple — there’s a lot more to come for the Dodgers, who sealed a playoff berth for the 10th straight season. They have the best record in the majors at 96-43.
“I don’t think it’s anything you can take for granted,” said Turner, who hit a grand slam and a solo homer and will be in the postseason for the ninth straight year. “I’ve been on some teams early in my career that didn’t have this opportunity, so I definitely feel fortunate to be a part of an organization that cares about winning and puts winning first.”
With thousands of their blue-clad fans cheering them on at Petco Park, the Dodgers reduced to two their magic number for winning the NL West for the ninth time in 10 seasons.
“It’s a big accomplishment,” Roberts said. “For me it’s just making sure guys appreciate that it’s not a rite of passage to get into the postseason every year and there’s still a lot of work to be done. I feel our best baseball is yet to be played and just continue to stay focused.”
Max Muncy hit a go-ahead, two-run, bases-loaded single in the sixth inning and Chris Taylor and Trea Turner also homered for the Dodgers, who won their eighth straight series against the Padres dating to June 2021. The Dodgers have beaten the Padres 12 times in 15 games this year and for the 21st time in their last 25 games.
Roberts, who led the Dodgers to the World Series title after the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, said the Dodgers are conditioned to stay focused.
“It’s kind of who we are. It’s a very smart group, it’s a very focused group,” said Roberts, in his seventh season as manager. “We have a long way to go to accomplish our goal. We kind of understand that if you look at yourself as a ballclub and set a certain standard of play, then it allows you to kind of reach that and realize those goals. It’s pretty easy for us and we don’t care about the standings. We just want to play good baseball.”
Freddie Freeman helped the Atlanta Braves win the 2021 World Series before signing with the Dodgers as a free agent. He said that although the Dodgers are already looking forward to winning the division, “you do have to step back and realize that what we’ve done the last four months has been pretty special.”
“To do it this quick is pretty amazing,” Freeman said. “Just all around, just been playing really good baseball for a long time now as a group and hopefully we can get this division wrapped up here shortly, too.”
It was such a blowout that the Padres had first baseman Wil Myers pitch the ninth, and Trea Turner drove his first pitch into the third balcony of the brick warehouse in the left field corner for his 20th homer. It was Myers’ fourth pitching appearance this season and second against the Dodgers.
The Padres’ lead over Milwaukee for the NL’s third wild-card spot was reduced to two.
Padres All-Star right-hander Joe Musgrove (9-7) had a 2-0 lead after three innings before Justin Turner homered to left with one out in the fifth and Taylor homered to center with two outs.
Musgrove loaded the bases with one out in the sixth before Muncy chased him with a single to right that gave the Dodgers a 4-2 lead.
The Dodgers blew it open with a six-run seventh against the Padres’ bullpen. Trea Turner hit an RBI single off Robert Suarez and Tim Hill walked Muncy with the bases loaded. Craig Stammen came on and Justin Turner drove his first pitch deep into the seats in left for his second career slam.
It was Justin Turner’s 14th career multi-homer game. He has 13 homers this season.
Musgrove, who made his first All-Star team this season, allowed four runs and six hits in 5 1/3 innings, struck out five and walked one. He lost for the seventh time in eight decisions over 14 starts.
Andrew Heaney (3-2) allowed two runs, one earned, and three hits in five innings. He struck out six and walked two.
San Diego’s Jake Cronenworth homered with two outs in the second, his 16th.
PERSPECTIVE
Heaney is on a postseason team for the first time. Last year he was designated for assignment by the New York Yankees shortly before they played in the AL wild-card game. “That was a low point for me,” said Heaney, who signed as a free agent with the Dodgers. “So now to be on a team like this and hopefully be contributing to it and trying to hold my weight and doing whatever I can to help us win is something I relish for sure,” he said.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Dodgers: Muncy was back in the lineup as DH after sitting out the last two games after getting a cortisone shot in his left knee.
Padres: RHP Stammen (right shoulder inflammation) from the injured list and optioned RHP Nabil Crismatt to Triple-A El Paso. Designated RHP Tayler Scott for assignment.
UP NEXT
Dodgers: LHP Tyler Anderson (14-3, 2.73) is scheduled to start Monday night in the opener of a three-game series at Arizona, which will counter with RHP Ryne Nelson (1-0, 0.00).
Padres: Haven’t named a starter for Tuesday night’s opener of a two-game series at Seattle.
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LeoLabs Awarded Contract From the US Department of Commerce to Support Space Traffic Management Prototype
Published: Sep. 9, 2022 at 2:00 PM EDT|Updated: 34 minutes ago
Agreement delivers industry-leading capabilities to the US Government, including Resident Space Object tracking data and conjunction alerts, powered by LeoLabs global network of radars
MENLO PARK, Calif., Sept. 9, 2022/PRNewswire/ -- LeoLabs, Inc., the world's leading commercial provider of low Earth orbit (LEO) mapping and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) services, announced today an award to provide data and services to the US Department of Commerce to support the development of a US civil- led Space Traffic Management (STM) system. The announcement was made at the 9th session of the National Space Council in Houston, Texas.
Under this contract, LeoLabs will provide its operationally proven tracking and conjunction alert data products for a subset of Resident Space Objects (RSOs), including both real-time and archived data sets. The Department of Commerce will utilize these orbital data products to support testing and evaluation of a prototype STM system.
"We are honored to be selected by the Department of Commerce to provide high accuracy tracking and conjunction alert data products for its Space Traffic Management system," said Dan Ceperley, LeoLabs CEO and co-founder. "The traffic in LEO is growing exponentially, driven by commercial innovation and economic opportunity. Our space operations infrastructure is the only system designed to scale with that growth. LeoLabs was founded to drive innovation in Space Traffic Management, therefore we look forward to working with the US Government on this effort to ensure the continued success of the space industry."
This agreement demonstrates continued US leadership in STM and marks significant progress by the Department of Commerce towards fulfilling Space Policy Directive-3 (SPD-3), which calls for the development of a new national STM service managed by a civil government agency. This contract was issued as a sole-source award, providing the Department of Commerce access to LeoLabs space safety services which are currently utilized for over 60% of operational satellites in LEO.
About LeoLabs (www.leolabs.space)
LeoLabs provides critical mapping and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) services to help secure safe and sustainable operations in low Earth orbit (LEO). LeoLabs services are powered by a vertically integrated space operations infrastructure stack, consisting of a global network of proprietary phased-array radars and an advanced cloud computing architecture. Our data products provide real-time alerts and insights to our government and commercial customers, allowing them to accomplish mission objectives, mitigate risk, and maintain competitive advantage in a constantly evolving threat environment.
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Company again named a 'Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion'
BOSTON, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third consecutive year, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been named a 'Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion,' scoring 100% on the Disability Equality Index (DEI). The DEI is the world's most comprehensive benchmarking tool to measure disability workplace inclusion.
"Our efforts to expand access, create awareness, and foster a safe and inclusive environment for associates with disabilities have grown year over year," said Steven Silva, vice president of talent acquisition and chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer at Blue Cross. "This work, spearheaded by our Empowering Abilities employee resource group, is one more way we're supporting our goal of promoting equity in our workforce and our community."
The DEI is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation's largest disability rights organization, and Disability:IN, the global business disability inclusion network, to collectively advance the inclusion of people with disabilities. Blue Cross was scored across several categories that evaluated efforts related to disability inclusion. The company received top marks in the following:
- Culture & Leadership for the company's disability-focused employee resource group and defined corporate goal of advancing corporate culture through a diversity and inclusion lens.
- Enterprise-wide Access for accessible buildings with features like automatic doors, automatic faucets in kitchens and bathrooms and adjustable desks; a centralized support center with trained staff and defined processes in place to handle support for employees and external customers, including requests for accessible formats; and emergency preparedness policies and procedures with specialized assistance for people with disabilities.
- Employment Practices for recruitment practices like partnerships with disability-focused government and non-government organizations; a presence at various disability conferences; flexible work arrangements; and inclusive benefits such as short- and long-term disability insurance, hearing and vision care coverage, paid caregiver leave, an employee assistance program and a wellness benefits program.
- Community Support for financial, pro bono, and in-kind support for organizations that directly and indirectly serve disabled populations; participation in the Massachusetts Attorney General's Disability Rights Advisory Committee; and making Braille ID cards available for members.
- Supplier Diversity for the company's commitment to a supplier diversity program requiring suppliers to provide proof of certification from various organizations that ensure race, ethnic, gender and ability diversity.
"Disability inclusion is a rapidly expanding aspect of corporate culture, and it's gratifying to partner with 415 companies on the 2022 Disability Equality Index," Jill Houghton, president and CEO of Disability:IN. "These top-scoring companies not only excel in disability inclusion, many are also adopting emerging trends and pioneering measures that can move the disability agenda from accommodation to inclusion and ultimately, genuine belonging."
About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (http://www.bluecrossma.org) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered in Boston. We are committed to the relentless pursuit of quality, affordable and equitable health care with an unparalleled consumer experience. Consistent with our promise to always put our members first, we are rated among the nation's best health plans for member satisfaction and quality. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
About the Disability Equality Index (DEI)
The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. Each company receives a score, on a scale of zero (0) to 100, with those earning 80 and above recognized as a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion." The DEI is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation's largest disability rights organization, and Disability:IN, the global business disability inclusion network, to collectively advance the inclusion of people with disabilities. The organizations are complementary and bring unique strengths that make the project relevant and credible to corporations and the disability community. The tool was developed by the DEI Advisory Committee, a diverse group of business leaders, policy experts and disability advocates. Learn more at: www.DisabilityEqualityIndex.org.
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SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonatus, a global leader in software-defined vehicle technology, today announced it has joined the Renesas R-Car Consortium. The R-Car Consortium, enables customers to quickly identify and engage with the partners whose solutions will help them to accelerate innovation and receive end-to-end development support to build advanced Connected Car & ADAS solutions.
"As software becomes a critical driver in automobiles, application software becomes larger and more complex, the R-Car Consortium is a certified and trusted ecosystem that enables customers to cut through information overload to select the partners and solutions that will set them up for success," said Jeffrey Chou, Co-founder and CEO of Sonatus. "Working with the R-Consortium we hope to simplify the journey for system developers to further reduce the number of development steps and costs required to bring the power of software-defined vehicle automation to market faster, while reducing complexity and cost, in the face of rapid change."
The R-Car Consortium creates a flexible and diverse collaborative environment for system developers. By bringing together system integrators, middleware/application developers, and operating system and tools vendors who are developing solutions for the Connected Car, ADAS and Gateway market, with highly reliable and technically advanced SoCs, evaluation boards and software from Renesas. A global automotive semiconductor leader, Renesas has a long history delivering reliable and innovative automotive solutions for a wide range of systems.
To learn more about Sonatus and its award-winning Digital Dynamics™ software-defined vehicle platform, please visit www.sonatus.com.
Sonatus helps automakers build software-defined vehicles that can evolve and adapt over their entire lifetimes through code-less updates that don't require new software. Leveraging extensive software-defined and automotive expertise, the company compresses decades of digital innovation into scalable vehicle and cloud software solutions, empowering OEMs to innovate faster, reduce complexity and costs, and become more agile. Sonatus' award-winning Digital Dynamics™ platform is currently in-market in Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis, and will be on the road in millions more vehicles by 2023. The company has raised more than $35 million USD with world-class automotive, technology, and venture investors including Hyundai Motor Group's Kia Corporation, LG Electronics, Marvell, SAIC Capital, Translink Capital, UMC Capital, and Wanxiang Group Company. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, with offices in Detroit, MI, and Seoul, Korea.
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BEIJING, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fuwei Films (Holdings) Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: FFHL) ("Fuwei Films" or the "Company"), a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality BOPET plastic films in China, today announced that the Company has delivered a notice of termination (the "Termination Notice"), dated as of May 22, 2022, to Enesoon New Energy Limited, a British Virgin Islands company ("Enesoon"), pursuant to which, the Company notified Enesoon and the current shareholders of Enesoon (the "Sellers") that the Company is terminating the Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of March 31, 2021, as amended on July 31, 2021 (collectively, the "Agreement"), by and among the Company, Enesoon, the Sellers and Enesoon New Energy (Shen Zhen) Co., Ltd., with immediate effect in accordance with the provisions of the Agreement.
About Fuwei Films
Fuwei Films conducts its business through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Fuwei Films (Shandong) Co., Ltd. ("Shandong Fuwei"). Shandong Fuwei develops, manufactures and distributes high-quality plastic films using the biaxial oriented stretch technique, otherwise known as BOPET film (biaxially oriented polyethylene terephthalate). Fuwei's BOPET film is widely used for packaging food, medicine, cosmetics, tobacco, and alcohol, as well as in the imaging, electronics, and magnetic products industries.
Safe Harbor
This press release contains information that constitutes forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and are subject to risks. Risk factors that could contribute to such differences include those matters more fully disclosed in the Company's reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission which, among other things, include the significant oversupply of BOPET films resulting from the rapid growth of the Chinese BOPET industry capacity, changes in the international market and trade barriers, especially the uncertainty of the antidumping investigation and imposition of an anti-dumping duty on imports of the BOPET films originating from the People's Republic of China ("China") conducted by certain countries; uncertainty around coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and the effects of government and other measures seeking to contain its spread, potential delisting of our ordinary shares under the Holding Foreign Company Affordable Act if the US Public Company Accounting Oversight Board is unable to inspect our auditors located in China, uncertainty around U.S.-China trade war and its effect on the Company's operation, fluctuations of the RMB exchange rate, and our ability to obtain adequate financing for our planned capital expenditure requirements; uncertainty as to our ability to continuously develop new BOPET film products and keep up with changes in BOPET film technology; risks associated with possible defects and errors in our products; uncertainty as to our ability to protect and enforce our intellectual property rights; uncertainty as to our ability to attract and retain qualified executives and personnel; and uncertainty in acquiring raw materials on time and on acceptable terms, particularly in view of the volatility in the prices of petroleum products in recent years. The forward-looking information provided herein represents the Company's estimates as of the date of the press release, and subsequent events and developments may cause the Company's estimates to change. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation to update the forward-looking information in the future. Therefore, this forward-looking information should not be relied upon as representing the Company's estimates of its future financial performance as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release. Actual results of our operations may differ materially from information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of the risk factors.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Viewers tuning in to Thursday’s episode of “Candy,” starring Jessica Biel, may recognize a familiar face: Biel’s husband Justin Timberlake.
The musician and actor portrays a deputy who investigates the murder the show is centered around.
Biel, a co-executive producer on the project, says Timberlake first approached her producing partner, Michelle Purple, about wanting to be involved.
“They sort of had this whole plan. I didn’t even know about at first. And then I thought he was kidding. And then he said, ‘No, for real, I want to do this.’ And then it was off to the races. He was getting a wig fitting, it was so fun and was such a good surprise.”
Biel admits to being worried at first about whether their dynamic would “translate at work” but that quickly went away.
“I actually felt total peace when he was around. Like, I knew he was going to hold that sort of safe space for me to work in the way I needed to and be non-judgmental and open and free. And he gave me the freedom to improvise, which he’s so good at and I’m less comfortable with.”
In “Candy,” Biel plays Candy Montgomery, a young, outgoing, church-going wife and mother in Texas who voraciously reads romance novels. She seems to have it all — but is bored — so she begins an affair with a man from her town (played by Pablo Schreiber) and ends up killing his wife, Betty, with an ax. Montgomery pleaded not guilty to the crime and a jury sided with her, some even saying they never liked Betty.
The story is based on a real case from 1980 and is of interest in Hollywood at the moment. Elizabeth Olsen recently wrapped filming her own limited series version called “Love and Death,” in which she plays Candy.
Melanie Lynskey, who plays Betty, hopes the story will lead to compassion for the victim, and that people will see how the trial was a popularity contest.
“As somebody who has had a hard time fitting in for a lot of my life since I was a little girl, I really, really responded to that and just how deeply unfair it was,” she said.
Timberlake isn’t the only surprise casting in the show: Lynskey’s husband, Jason Ritter, plays Timberlake’s partner. A memorable moment is when the two recreate the crime as part of their investigation.
Biel credits “Candy” co-creator and showrunner Robin Veith for “the idea to have Jason as well and have these two be partners in crime. It tickled us,” said Biel.
Biel wears a wig with short, curly brown hair in the series which gotten a lot of attention. She jokes that it’s a similar hairstyle to one her husband had in the late 90s with his boy band NSYNC.
“He definitely had that hairstyle,” said Biel. I always ask, “Please grow those beautiful curls back out. I love that curly hair. I know. It’s so weird. We were laughing about that.”
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AP Writer Mike Cidoni Lennox in Los Angeles contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/surprise-justin-timberlake-is-in-candy-with-jessica-biel/ | 2022-05-12T21:16:51Z |
HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (HKEx:2318; SSE:601318) announced that its new Ping An Guanlan Data Center No. 3 has set a benchmark for energy-saving and emission-reduction technology in China's financial data centers, marking another step toward Ping An's goal to achieve operational carbon neutrality by 2030. It is the first financial data center in mainland China with a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) lower than 1.25, which is expected to save about 10.5 million kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 6,406 tons per year[1].
Data centers are the operating carriers for enterprises' digitalization and the foundation of business development. The PUE is an indicator of the energy efficiency of a data center. Currently in China, the PUE of financial data centers are generally between 1.6 and 2. The level of energy efficiency is better when it is closer to 1, which indicates that most energy from the data center is well consumed by servers, network equipment and storage devices. Ping An Guanlan Data Center No. 3 is the country's first-ever financial data center with a PUE lower than 1.25, at 1.2479 PUE.
Construction of Ping An Guanlan Data Center No. 3 in Shenzhen began in July 2021. Catering to the Group's needs in the next five years, the center is capable of serving more than 500 million users of Ping An by processing data from the Group's subsidiaries covering the core financial services, including insurance, banking services, securities and more. The center covers 5,653 square meters of land with a total construction area of 33,288 square meters. It features numerous energy-saving technologies for electric supply, heating and ventilation and electrical automation, as well as innovation in site layout and effective construction management.
Ping An sees green and low-carbon development as important corporate responsibility and aims to achieve operational carbon neutrality by 2030. With reference to the best international carbon neutral strategies, the Group prioritizes internal emission reduction through energy-saving offices and data centers, followed by reducing external emission through purchasing external green power. After all emission reduction measures are implemented, Ping An will achieve carbon neutrality through multiple approaches, including buying carbon credits.
In 2021, Ping An focused on reducing the impact of its operations on the environment through energy-saving transformation, smart office features and digitalization to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. Ping An's total carbon emissions decreased by 19% year-on-year to about 429,000 tons. The electricity consumption of Ping An's own workplaces and leased workplaces was down 2.65% year-on-year to 513,946,880 kWh. Ping An also applied green and environmental technologies to construct green buildings. As of December 31, 2021, more than 10 of Ping An's green building projects, including the Ping An Financial Center in Shenzhen and the Ping An National Customer Service and Support Technology Center in Shanghai, have obtained green building certifications at home and abroad, including the US Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum Certification for Buildings Operations and Maintenance.
About Ping An Group
Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. ("Ping An") strives to become a world-leading retail financial services group. With over 223 million retail customers and nearly 657 million internet users, Ping An is one of the largest financial services companies in the world. Ping An focuses on two over-arching domains of activity, "integrated finance" and "healthcare", covering the provision of financial and health care services through its integrated financial services platform and ecosystems in financial services, healthcare, auto services and smart city services. The "finance + technology" and "finance + ecosystem" strategies aim to provide customers and internet users with innovative and simple products and services using technology. As China's first joint stock insurance company, Ping An is committed to upholding the highest standards of corporate reporting and corporate governance. The Group is listed on the stock exchanges in Hong Kong and Shanghai. Ping An ranked 17th in the Forbes Global 2000 list in 2022 and ranked 25th in the Fortune Global 500 list in 2022.
For more information, please visit www.group.pingan.com and follow us on LinkedIn - PING AN.
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SINGAPORE, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- During this downed crypto and NFT market, there is a project that returns to all of its holders rewards one week after release. MadManga FOMO Stone NFT is a manga-community-driven project that has its unique core IP developed around popular manga derivatives as its accent. Manga-themed NFTs are a common meta during the beginning of 2022. Still, MadManga takes an entirely different approach by not focusing on PFP but providing utilities while creating a haven for manga creators and fans to gather to be nurtured. This unique twist to the project attracted the market, evidenced by the sell-out action and rewards its holders received. One incentive is MadManga's collaboration with Allizart, a web3 store selling officially licensed anime figures (a.k.a GK), to sell thousands of NARUTO anime figures during the week of their NFT Phase 1 sale. It reserved some for NFT holders to buy at a meager price (all sold out at writing). A significant accomplishment to put together and shed light on one reason this project can sell out with a 0.08ETH to 0.1ETH mint price and thrive against the FUD (FUD, fear-uncertainty-doubt) pressure from the market without a "free mint" strategy the current market is favoring.
MadManga team announced to reward each holder at least 0.1 ETH via airdrop soon after the sell-out of FOMO Stone NFTs. Rewarding its holders this soon after release is an unusual action to take for a new project, especially given it was during the week of a well-known USD stable coin free-fall fiasco. The project had gone against the grain of the fudded market with a simple reason to its holders, "…[MadManga's] partnership with Allizart made a profit, and we are rewarding back to [all 1,500 OG holders]". This announcement also reflected their freshly announced DAO strategy, where thirty percent of the online or offline profit goes back to its holders. Above gets big kudos in the book. This team's gesture excited its community for what's yet to come and boosted everyone's confidence in HODL. This event also doubled FOMO Stone NFTs' floor price and low availability on the secondary market even to fetch one. Interestingly, the community is secretive, not loud nor showy, and goes under the radar for many. Its holders' determination not to sell or list is also why its transaction volumes aren't the most active.
Fearing that people would play them for suckers, many NFT newcomers got more cautious about NFT project selections. Therefore, many projects are now under even harder scrutiny. Common is that projects unable to sell out, or projects floor price dipped below mint, NGMI, sad but true. Therefore, any projects that sell out or floor goes beyond their mint price are worthy of our eyes for a second look. MadManga FOMO Stone showed no fear by becoming the first sold-out project released right after the mega-sized metaverse land sale when all other projects had moved their mint date by a week to avoid the high gas costs. MadManga's charms that go against the downtrend are a fact.
As MadManga marches into Phase 2 of their sale, the company is curious about what else to come in the store for shoppers. It is intrigued by what this team has done so far, not to mention that the two lit animation shorts they have produced should excite anyone who watched them.
According to community information on the official website and Discord, the second wave release is still yet to be announced, with 2,700 pieces remaining (4,200 in total). People's only chance is to grab these NFTs from the secondary market to join in on the action and become its first 1,500 pieces holder is said to contain the most benefits. MadManga FOMO Stone NFT is an unmissable project for those who love, create, write for the manga, and want to participate in rewards in a very otaku-oriented, fun community.
NFA DYOR
(Not Financial Advice, Do Your Own Research)
Website: https://madmanga.io/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MadMangaNFT
Discord: https://discord.gg/madmanga
OpenSea: https://opensea.io/collection/madmangafomostone
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DALLAS (KDAF) — With everything going on in North Texas, it can be hard to make weekend plans without getting a little F.O.M.O.
No worries, that’s why we’re here. If you’re in Grapevine this weekend and you need some weekend activity ideas, here are seven things to do at Grapevine Mills.
AMC Amazing
Experience the difference of AMC amenities. From spacious rocking seats to luxury recliners, innovative menus and premium offerings like IMAX, Dolby Cinema, and Prime at AMC, AMC Theatres offers a range of ways to get more out of movies. With AMC Amazing being one of the only theatres in the area to retain its traditional movie theatre-like atmosphere, the whole family can stay cool while enjoying the ultimate cinema experience.
Legoland Discovery Center
The ultimate indoor experience full of amazing play, creativity and building fun designed for families with kids aged 3-10 years. Immerse yourself in a world of LEGO adventures on our interactive rides: Merlin’s Apprentice, Kingdom Quest, and LEGO City Forest Ranger Pursuit. Build the fastest car and send it down the racetracks as you challenge each other in Build and Test.
Round 1 Bowling and Amusement
Round 1 is a state-of-the-art entertainment company offering activities to kids and adults like Bowling, Billiards, Arcade Games, Karaoke, Darts, Ping Pong, and a Kids Play Zone. The menu offers classic selections of hearty appetizers and meals including pizza, wings, salad, ice cream.
Peppa Pig World of Play
Designed for preschoolers, the imaginative play center will fuel the imaginations of young children and encourage development through a variety of immersive learning-based activities and is equipped with endless family-fun including themed party rooms for birthdays, a movie theater/screening room, facilities for families to relax, play and, of course, plenty of muddy puddles.
Stranger Things Pop Up
Step into the first-ever, official Stranger Things Store and experience some of the show’s most iconic locations including Joyce’s House, Palace Arcade, Hawkins High, and feature Stranger Things merchandise and themed interactive elements. Open to all ages until August 14th!
SEA Life Aquarium
Take a fascinating journey from the coast to the ocean depths through 16 themed zones at SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium. With a 360-degree view from the seabed in the Ocean Tunnel, visitors can get up close to thousands of amazing creatures and find out how it feels to touch a sea start and other creatures living in the interactive rockpool experience.
The Escape Game
The Escape Game is DFW’s #1 escape room and immersive adventure. As a premier provider of escape rooms, the adventures play like Hollywood blockbusters with twists, turns, and jaw-dropping surprises around every corner. An experience for all ages, their 60-minute adventures bring epic stories to life in a one-of-a-kind tactile experience. | https://cw33.com/news/local/need-something-to-do-in-north-texas-this-weekend-here-are-seven-things-to-do-at-grapevine-mills/ | 2022-07-14T20:16:25Z |
The Company Reports A Net Profit Of Approximately $1.2 Million For The First Quarter
And A 41% Increase In Revenue Compared To The Same Period Last Year
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Isotopes Inc. (OTCQB: INIS) (the "Company") is pleased to announce its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2022.
Revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2022 was $2,807,441 as compared to $1,992,512 for the same period in 2021, an overall increase of approximately 41%. This increase in revenue was the result of increased revenue in our radiochemical and cobalt segments. Our net income for the three months ended March 31, 2022, was $1,255,045, compared to net loss of $601,152, for the same period in 2021. This increase in income was the result of increases in revenue in our radiochemical and cobalt product segments, and a gain on the sale of assets previously described in an Asset Purchase Agreement with Pharmalogic Idaho, LLC.
Revenue from the sale of radiochemical products for the three months ended March 31, 2022 increased approximately 146% compared to the same period in 2021. The increase was the result of growing our customer base, and taking advantage of additional sales opportunities resulting from a supply interruption for radiochemical I-131. We expect to see steady continued growth in this segment for the remainder of the year, but at a pace slower than that observed in the first quarter.
Revenue from the sale of cobalt products for the three months ended March 31, 2022 increased approximately 45% compared to the same period in 2021. The increase was primarily due to the timing of cobalt sealed source manufacturing sales, and an increase in the availability of cobalt from the Department of Energy. We expect to continue to have ample cobalt material availability which should facilitate robust cobalt product sales for the remainder of 2022.
Revenue from nuclear medicine products for the three months ended March 31, 2022, decreased approximately 11% compared to the same period in 2021. We believe that COVID-19 continued to have an adverse impact of upon our customers during the first three months of 2022. As the year progresses, we are optimistic that this negative impact will diminish. We are also taking positive steps to strengthen the Company's marketing of RadQual products by expanding sales staff and marketing efforts throughout our product lines. We will also continue to expand the range of RadQual products, and explore new markets for sealed source sales.
Steve Laflin, President and CEO of the Company, said, "We are pleased to report strong financial performance in our first quarter. There are continuing positive signs of increased market share, and improving margins, in both Radiochemical and Cobalt Product segments. We believe that as the negative impact of COVID-19 diminishes, we will see a rebound in sales of Nuclear Medicine Reference and Calibration Standards. In addition, we are taking aggressive steps to further expand our RadQual product line, and to supplant our marketing and sales efforts both domestically and internationally. Our financial performance in the first quarter, enhanced by the asset sales agreement with Pharmalogic, has put the Company in what could be considered the best overall financial condition we have seen in the history of the Company. We expect to continue to see significant positive changes in our balance sheet during the course of the year, and plan to use this financial position to leverage additional new business opportunities."
International Isotopes Inc. manufactures a wide range of calibration and reference standards for nuclear medicine, generic sodium iodide I-131 drug product for hyperthyroidism and thyroid cancer, Cobalt-60 sealed source products, and provides a contract manufacturing of various drug products for clients.
Certain statements in this press release are "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, including statements with respect to the impact of COVID-19, the availability of cobalt and sales, future revenue growth predictions for the Radiochemical segment, and all statements regarding management's expectations for future performance of the Company. Information contained in such forward-looking statements is based on current expectations and is subject to change. These statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance or achievements of International Isotopes Inc. to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements of the Company expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Other factors, which could materially affect such forward-looking statements, can be found in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. Investors, potential investors, and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are only made as of the date of this press release and International Isotopes, Inc. and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
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Sitting in a desk chair in his dimly lit office, Temple head coach Scott Stewart on Tuesday had his hand on the computer mouse. Click play. Click pause. Click rewind. Click play. Repeat.
In between, with his left hand, he’d point to game film of Arlington Martin’s Michael Zaire Barrow, a senior listed as a receiver but also plays running back, every now and then on defense and always on special teams.
“There’s number four (Barrow),” Stewart said. “There he is again.”
Click forward. Click play. Click rewind. Click play.
“There’s number eight,” Stewart said, air circling with his finger Warriors safety Javien Toviano before highlighting defensive back Anthony Crenshaw, receiver Jeremiah Charles, quarterback Tristan Bittle, and so on.
Bottom line: “They have athletes all over the place and they’ll put them everywhere,” the seventh-year coach said of Martin, Temple’s next opponent at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Wildcat Stadium.
The Warriors (2-1) started the season with wins over perennial Class 6A powers Austin Lake Travis, 39-31, and Cedar Hill, 44-6. Last week, head coach Bob Wager’s club dropped a close 27-16 encounter with Allen.
Friday’s non-district finale for the Wildcats (2-1), who are coming off a frustrating 45-35 setback to College Station, is the second time Temple has hosted Martin in three seasons. The teams met in 2020 with the Warriors using a pair of kickoff return touchdowns during a 28-point spurt to nab a 43-25 victory.
“They are extremely effective on defense. They are high-pressure, get in your face. They are good on offense, too,” Stewart said, not waiting any longer to mention the special teams prowess that Martin brings with it no matter the setting. “They have a 2-hour block that is 100 percent special teams. There ain’t no one in the world that works 2 hours of special teams. I think it’s awesome.
“They onside kick it everywhere against everyone. They do more on special teams than any team I’ve ever seen.”
Barrow, who leads the Warriors with 308 yards and four touchdowns rushing, has been the preferred punt fake option, scoring on such a play in Week 1. The 5-foot-7, 175-pound senior had a team-high 65 yards rushing against Temple in the 2020 matchup.
Bittle (5-10, 175) is 20-of-42 passing for 363 yards and four touchdowns, with one interception, and Charles has five catches for 152 yards and two TDs. Crenshaw (6-1, 200) returned one of his two interceptions in Week 2 for a touchdown. Toviano is fifth on the team with 18 tackles, a category paced by linebacker Keller Webb (32).
“They do a ton of stuff. That’s what their gig is,” Stewart said. “You have to be ready for everything all the time.”
Reality check
The Wildcats had to face some facts head-on over the weekend after dropping their first game of the season to the Cougars, and Stewart had the particulars cued up and ready to go.
“At the end of every game, there’s always going to be four, five, six plays that you go, that was the difference, good or bad. There’s always a turning point. Championship-caliber teams recognize in the moment that the next play could be that play and there’s a heightened focus, heightened intensity. We have to be in those moments,” Stewart said. “I watched 207 plays about 12 times from the other night. That’s how many times the ball moved, 207 plays. There were six plays that were catastrophic, and (College Station) got 42 points from those six plays. Those are the logistical facts of the situation.”
In the first half, Temple was held without an offensive touchdown while the defense allowed two TDs on fourth-down plays. College Station’s Anthony Tisdell returned the third-quarter kickoff 99 yards to the end zone and, after a penalty negated what appeared to be a go-ahead touchdown for Temple, the Cougars scored the next 14 points — including a pick-six — to ice the contest.
“College Station is always good and one of the best programs we play against. They are very highly structured and well-coached. But when you go in there and start handing money out, you can’t complain that you don’t have money,” Stewart said.
Out of that situation, though, arose an ideal window to challenge the players, Stewart said. And the response early in the week is that the message was received.
“We have to practice with a different intention, and we have to grow up fast,” Stewart said. “We’ve addressed it. The kids have responded really, really well.”
Rushing to it
Stewart said extra attention in practice this week will be paid to the offensive line and getting the running game on a consistent track. Temple has 298 yards rushing through three games but 185 of those were gained two weeks ago against Willis, leaving an average of just 56.5 per game in Weeks 1 and 3.
“We have to be able to run the football. Nobody’s happy with the way that’s going right now,” Stewart said. “We’re working on the pieces.”
Touchdown Tutson
Sophomore wide receiver Christian Tutson has five touchdowns over the last two games, including three last week against the Cougars. Tutson picked up a punt that was blocked by Lezlie Jackson and returned it 29 yards, he scored on a 94-yard kickoff return and added a 17-yard TD reception. All that followed a five-catch, 129-yard, two-TD performance versus Willis.
Stewart said the production isn’t surprising and commended the first-year varsity player’s resolve and approach.
“He goes out there (against McKinney in the season opener) and I think two passes hit him in the face. I think he dropped another one or two, probably touchdowns,” Stewart said. “I saw him change the Monday after the opener. He has always worked hard but there is a difference between working hard and giving your all. He started running better routes (in practice), he started finishing plays, and you saw the focus. He did that on his own. I watched him with my own eyes kick it up himself.”
Tutson is averaging 15 yards per catch and is second on the team behind senior Mikal Harrison-Pilot with eight receptions and 169 yards.
“We knew he had the potential to be a breakout. I’ve never questioned his tools. But he is progressing mentally,” Stewart said. “He is a mature kid and is going to be light years ahead because he understands the business of football.”
Harrison-Pilot takes off
After a relatively quiet first two weeks of the season, versatile playmaker Harrison-Pilot announced his presence with 10 catches for 224 yards and two touchdowns against College Station. He also had a 65-yard TD run that would’ve put Temple in front late in the third quarter wiped off the board by penalty.
“He’s played in probably 60-plus varsity football games, and you need to be able to lean on that. I thought he answered the bell really, really well. He played his guts out. That’s who he is, that’s who he should be, and I was proud of him for making some big plays,” Stewart said. “We’ve got to continue to build his package in different places, move him around all over the place and see if we can get some matchups.”
Top tacklers
Linebacker Taurean York had a team-high 15 tackles last week, upping his season total to 34, an 11.3 average one season after the two-time district defensive MVP averaged 11.75 en route to a career-high 141 stops.
Defensive tackle Kam Carter had 2½ sacks last week to reach four for the season. Defensive lineman Kevin Stockton and linebacker Teryon Williams-Echols each had nine tackles versus the Cougars. | https://www.tdtnews.com/sports/article_572f8bf2-348c-11ed-8ac5-8beb7abc3b34.html | 2022-09-15T05:29:36Z |
- SOD1-ALS is a rare genetic form of ALS that affects approximately 330 people in the U.S., it is progressive, leads to the loss of everyday functions and is uniformly fatal
- If approved, tofersen would be the first treatment to target a genetic cause of ALS
- 12-month data included in the filing show that earlier initiation of tofersen slowed decline across measures of clinical and respiratory function, strength, and quality of life; tofersen also led to robust and sustained reductions in neurofilament, a marker of neurodegeneration
CARLSBAD, Calif., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ionis Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: IONS) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted a New Drug Application (NDA) for tofersen, an investigational antisense medicine for the treatment of superoxide dismutase 1 amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (SOD1-ALS). The NDA was submitted by Biogen, which licensed tofersen from Ionis in 2018. The application has been granted priority review and given a Prescription Drug User Fee Act action date of Jan. 25, 2023. The FDA has noted that it is currently planning to hold an Advisory Committee meeting for this application. The average life expectancy for people with ALS is three to five years from time of symptom onset; patients with some SOD1 mutations have an even shorter life expectancy. There is currently no treatment targeted for SOD1-ALS.
"Acceptance of the new drug application for tofersen is a monumental milestone, not just for Ionis but for all people with SOD1-ALS, their families and healthcare professionals battling this devastating disease. To them we extend our deepest gratitude. Their courage has been instrumental to the achievement of this goal," said C. Frank Bennett, Ph.D., executive vice president, chief scientific officer and franchise leader for neurological programs at Ionis. "We also want to thank Biogen for their commitment to advancing tofersen, which, if approved, will be the first treatment that targets a genetic cause of ALS." Dr. Bennett added, "Acceptance of the NDA for tofersen further strengthens Ionis' platform strategy to target all forms of ALS and central nervous system disorders more broadly."
Biogen is seeking approval of tofersen under the FDA's accelerated approval pathway, based on the use of neurofilament as a surrogate biomarker that is reasonably likely to predict clinical benefit. Neurofilaments are normal proteins found in healthy neurons, that are increased in blood and cerebrospinal fluid when damage has been done to neurons or their axons and are a marker of neurodegeneration. In ALS, higher levels of neurofilaments have been found to predict more rapid decline in clinical function and shortened survival. Tofersen study results suggest reductions in neurofilament preceded and predicted slowing of decline in measures of clinical and respiratory function, strength and quality of life. Biogen has stated its commitment to ongoing data generation and finalizing the confirmatory package with the FDA.
The tofersen NDA included results from a Phase 1 study in healthy volunteers, a Phase 1/2 study evaluating ascending dose levels, the Phase 3 VALOR study, and the open label extension (OLE) study. Also included are the most current 12-month integrated results from VALOR and the OLE study, recently presented at the European Network to Cure ALS (ENCALS) annual meeting.
As reported in October 2021, VALOR, a six-month Phase 3 randomized study, did not meet the primary endpoint of change from baseline to week 28 in the Revised Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Functional Rating Scale. However, trends of reduced disease progression across multiple secondary and exploratory endpoints were observed. The 12-month VALOR and OLE integrated data showed that earlier initiation of tofersen led to sustained reductions in neurofilament, a marker of neurodegeneration, and slowed decline across multiple efficacy endpoints.
In the 12-month data, the most common adverse events (AEs) in participants receiving tofersen in VALOR and the OLE study were headache, procedural pain, fall, back pain and pain in extremities. Most AEs in both VALOR and the OLE were mild to moderate in severity. Serious AEs were reported in 36.5 percent of participants who received tofersen in VALOR and/or the OLE and 17.3 percent of participants discontinued treatment due to an AE.
During the FDA review period Biogen will maintain its early access program for tofersen, now with participants in over a dozen countries. The open-label extension and Phase 3 ATLAS study in presymptomatic individuals with a SOD1 genetic mutation remain ongoing. Biogen is actively engaging with other regulators around the world and will provide updates when appropriate.
About Tofersen
Tofersen is an antisense medicine being evaluated for the potential treatment of SOD1-ALS. Tofersen binds to SOD1 mRNA, allowing for its degradation by RNase-H in an effort to reduce synthesis of SOD1 protein production. In addition to the ongoing open label extension of VALOR, tofersen is being studied in the Phase 3 ATLAS study designed to evaluate whether tofersen can delay clinical onset when initiated in presymptomatic individuals with a SOD1 genetic mutation and biomarker evidence of disease activity. Biogen licensed tofersen from Ionis under a collaborative development and license agreement.
About Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and SOD1-ALS
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a rare, progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disease that results in the loss of motor neurons in the brain and the spinal cord that are responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movement. People with ALS experience muscle weakness and atrophy, causing them to lose independence as they steadily lose the ability to move, speak, eat, and eventually breathe. Average life expectancy for people with ALS is three to five years from time of symptom onset. Patients with some SOD1 mutations have an even shorter life expectancy.
Multiple genes have been implicated in ALS. Genetic testing helps determine if a person's ALS is associated with a genetic mutation, even in individuals without a family history of the disease. Currently, there are no genetically targeted treatment options for ALS. Mutations in the SOD1 gene are responsible for approximately 2 percent of the estimated 168,000 people who have ALS globally (SOD1-ALS).
About Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
For more than 30 years, Ionis has been the leader in RNA-targeted therapy, pioneering new markets and changing standards of care with its novel antisense technology. Ionis currently has three marketed medicines and a premier late-stage pipeline highlighted by industry-leading cardiovascular and neurological franchises. Our scientific innovation began and continues with the knowledge that sick people depend on us, which fuels our vision of becoming a leading, fully integrated biotechnology company.
To learn more about Ionis visit www.ionispharma.com and follow us on Twitter @ionispharma.
Ionis' Forward-looking Statements
This press release includes forward-looking statements regarding Ionis' business and the therapeutic and commercial potential of Ionis' technologies, tofersen and other products in development. Any statement describing Ionis' goals, expectations, financial or other projections, intentions or beliefs is a forward-looking statement and should be considered an at-risk statement. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including those related to the impact COVID-19 could have on our business, and including but not limited to, those related to our commercial products and the medicines in our pipeline, and particularly those inherent in the process of discovering, developing and commercializing medicines that are safe and effective for use as human therapeutics, and in the endeavor of building a business around such medicines. Ionis' forward-looking statements also involve assumptions that, if they never materialize or prove correct, could cause its results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Although Ionis' forward-looking statements reflect the good faith judgment of its management, these statements are based only on facts and factors currently known by Ionis. As a result, you are cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements. These and other risks concerning Ionis' programs are described in additional detail in Ionis' annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2021, and the most recent Form 10-Q quarterly filing, which are on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Copies of these and other documents are available from the Company.
In this press release, unless the context requires otherwise, "Ionis," "Company," "we," "our," and "us" refers to Ionis Pharmaceuticals and its subsidiaries.
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CAMPBELL, Calif., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RoseRyan, a ZRG company that provides on-demand finance & accounting and marketing leadership and consulting services to a multitude of companies in Silicon Valley and beyond, unveiled its new Marketing Solutions Group today, as an additional way to help high-growth and maturing companies achieve their growth goals and address skills gaps.
Since 1993, RoseRyan's consultants, who are experts in finance & accounting and marketing with experience and expertise in high-growth companies, have seamlessly integrated with organizations for one-time projects or an ongoing purpose. The RoseRyan Marketing Solutions Group will follow this same proven framework, meeting a pressing need as companies explore how they can bring in targeted levels of marketing expertise at the right time while scaling the business.
"Early-stage companies are not yet ready to take on full-time marketing leadership or build a full marketing team on their own, yet they need to understand their position in the marketplace and develop a solid marketing strategy to take their company to the next stage," said RoseRyan President David Roberson. "RoseRyan's comprehensive suite of tailored marketing solutions meet a company's exact needs, which is timely now as many companies struggle to address all their talent and skills gaps and are increasingly looking to flexible arrangements, for both cost-efficient and practical reasons, and for the level of expertise that only consultants at the top of their game can provide."
"Whether you need a fractional or interim CMO or an entire marketing team, RoseRyan marketing consultants will become a part of your organization—to devise your marketing strategy, help your business build brand awareness, launch impactful campaigns and accelerate growth," said Fred Ehle, Vice President of Marketing Solutions at RoseRyan.
RoseRyan can be a guiding force in a company's marketing efforts or provide active, interim leadership, or both. "We quickly get to know companies and become a part of their operations for however long they need us," Ehle said. "Because of their experience and innate adaptability, our marketing consultants require no ramp-up time and immediately focus on the marketing goals of the company, whether we are helping to develop those goals or meet them head on."
RoseRyan's Marketing Solutions include interim professionals with a range of expertise in public relations, omnichannel campaign development and management, brand management, product marketing, and more. RoseRyan also brings its extensive ecosystem of partners to companies as consultants develop or lead a company's marketing function, and manage business-critical marketing projects, including sales assessments, agency procurement, e-commerce consulting, product positioning, performance marketing and martech system selections.
"As a consulting firm that guides companies through the entire business lifecycle, we are always looking for how we can help companies in all areas, and we are incredibly excited by this new capability, to be able to fulfill companies' entire marketing needs as they evolve," said RoseRyan Founder and Chair Kathy Ryan. Companies with maturing marketing organizations ready for full-time, permanent leadership will benefit from RoseRyan's tight partnership with global talent advisory firm ZRG.
RoseRyan is a ZRG company offering on-demand leadership and consulting services in the finance & accounting and marketing disciplines. More than 1,500 clients—from venture-backed startups and private equity portfolio companies to Fortune 500 companies across a range of sectors, including tech and life sciences, e-commerce, mobile, social media and more—have relied on RoseRyan's expert advice since 1993. The professional services company provides outsourced, customized, and full-stack solutions and scalable support at every stage of a company's lifecycle through broad solution areas that focus on emerging growth, interim finance, corporate governance, strategic projects, and marketing. Learn more at www.roseryan.com.
RoseRyan Media Contact:
Phillip Bergman
(845) 728-3984
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First-to-Market Youth Esports Brand Looks to Add 25 New Franchisees Across North America
DALLAS, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- XP League, an emerging youth esports franchise brand focusing on character building and teamwork is breaking through the market with plans for franchise expansion, which is fueled by the demand for competitive gaming across the country. As the first-to-market youth esports franchise in North America, the brand was recently acquired by Unleashed Brands, a fast-growing parent company of youth enrichment franchise brands, including Urban Air Adventure Park, The Little Gym, Snapology, Premier Martial Arts and Class 101.
The organization helps students with an interest in esports to further their passion at a competitive level like traditional sports. XP League is planning to sign 25 new franchise agreements by the end of this year.
The brand was recently in the national spotlight as XP League hosted the largest in-person youth esports tournament in North America on June 25-26, the North American Finals. The top 48 XP League teams, coaches, league owners and families came together at Full Sail University to host hundreds of players and spectators that participated in the national tournament. The event reached over 10,000 viewers through streaming platforms and produced over 20 hours of content.
"Being the first-to-market in such a growing industry is really exciting for us. The success we've witnessed from the franchise model and from the recent tournament has allowed us to share the uniqueness of XP League far and wide," said Jay Melamed, CEO and Brand President. "This is about more than just esports. What we teach these kids in the process are character-building tools that will stay with them forever."
To continue to grow the industry and impact more kids, XP League is seeking individuals who are committed to their mission and who are ready to make a positive change in their community. Franchisees don't need to be an expert in esports or have a ton of familiarity with the industry. The program provides coaching guides and all tournament management is done at the corporate level. With notable recognition of the larger esports community, XP League comes with a positive reputation for anyone interested in investing. The initial investment for interested franchisees ranges from $37,800 - $73,660. For more information about owning an XP League franchise, visit https://franchise.xpleague.com/.
Launched in 2020, XP League offers a nine-week seasonal program including one practice and one match a week. Each team is led by a coach who focuses on teaching resiliency, teamwork and sportsmanship in addition to gaming skills. By integrating these values into the core format of its programming, kids see the positive reward as an exciting part of the overall experience
XP League is the first-to-market youth esports league franchise that bridges the gap between conventional youth athletics and competitive esports. XP League provides an innovative program that fosters social skills and sportsmanship through a positive, certified coach-led structure. Launched in September 2020, XP League has quickly grown to become the first and largest esports franchise concept the U.S. and Canada.
Unleashed Brands, currently includes portfolio brands Urban Air, Snapology, The Little Gym, XP League, Class 101 and Premier Martial Arts. and was founded to curate and grow a portfolio of the most innovative and profitable brands that help kids learn, play and grow. Over the last 10 years, the team at Unleashed Brands has built a proven platform and know-how for scaling businesses focused on serving families. Its mission is to impact the lives of every kid by providing fun, engaging and inspiring experiences that help them become who they are destined to be. For more information, please visit www.UnleashedBrands.com.
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