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Milan PD officer honored for work in educating children about drugs, violence
Milan Police Lieutenant Detective Nicholas Glenn was recently recognized with two awards for his outstanding work which includes him educating kids on the value of drug and violence prevention.
Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence (L.E.A.D.) named him the National Instructor of the Year and The Tennessee Instructor of the Year at Seventh Annual 21st Century Drug and Violence Prevention Training Conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Glenn has been a member of the Milan Police Department (MPD) for the past eight years.
In a press release, CEO of L.E.A.D. Nick Demauro sang Glenn’s praises.
“We’re pleased to congratulate Lieutenant Detective Glenn on his outstanding work, during the school day, educating kids on the value of drug and violence prevention,” said DeMauro,“He’s doing an excellent job on protecting those in Milan from drugs and violence, which continue to be a problem for young students across the country, and, in turn bridging the gap between police forces and communities.”
L.E.A.D provides services “on the street” and “in the classroom.”
Bringing law enforcement and communities closer together, the "in the classroom" program is taught by 3,000 trained instructors in 41 states. L.E.A.D.’s curriculum is geared toward reaching K-12 students in the United States.
Students are in the program for 10 weeks which educates them on how to make smart decisions without the involvement of drugs and violence. It has been recognized by the Department of Education and been the only proven effective, law curriculum about drugs and violence.
“It is a big deal to represent my department and my city,” said Glenn. “Our department may be small in size, but the impact is big.”
Glenn, also a certified master trainer, travels to educate and train other departments to develop a successful L.E.A.D. program. He makes sure MPD is equipped and ready to teach as well. Glenn stays busy and has trained over 300 plus officers in L.E.A.D. program.
Glenn's motivational message for other departments, officers or personnel was to “get involved with the prevention curriculum and LEAD. | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/news/2022/04/20/lieutenant-nicholas-glenn-l-e-a-d-milan-police-department-mpd/7302226001/ | 2022-04-20T04:29:46Z |
Mathias Will Drive Innovation and Alignment Across the Organization's Information Technology and Business Strategies
PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Providence Health Plan (PHP), a regional not-for-profit health plan, has named Michael Mathias as the organization's Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role, Mathias will drive the strategy and adoption of information technology (IT) systems for the organization. An innovative leader, he will also oversee alignment of PHP's business strategy and IT operations. He assumed the role on August 29, 2022.
Mathias previously served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Blue Shield of California. During his nearly ten-year tenure with the organization, he oversaw the company's IT delivery, strategy, operations, and architecture. He was accountable for end-to-end service delivery across the health plan business including its individual, commercial, and government market segments. Mathias also held a dual role serving as the organization's Executive Vice President of Customer Service, leading the health plan's business operations involving customer experience and improving outcomes for members.
"PHP has made tremendous steps to continue its evolution as an organization and I'm thrilled for this opportunity to help them continue to reach its enterprise goals," said Mathias. "Healthcare is undergoing a massive digital transformation that shows no signs of slowing down. I am committed to driving innovation for PHP so it can continue to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care to members."
Mathias has more than 25 years of healthcare experience, earning him a place in CIO Magazine's CIO Hall of Fame and as a 2019 recipient of the Bay Area CIO Leadership Association's CIO of the Year ORBIE Award. Throughout his career, Mathias has focused on moving healthcare into the digital age, but it's not what he wants to be known for. Instead, Mathias wants his legacy to involve developing the next generation of business leaders.
"To have a leader with the expertise, passion, and Mission focus of Mathias at PHP is invaluable," said Don Antonucci, Chief Executive Officer. "We are honored that Michael has chosen to join PHP and share his ability to effectively navigate the ongoing information technology transformation of healthcare. His knowledge and experience will help drive technology innovations at PHP, moving us closer to our goal of all members having the opportunity to achieve true health."
Prior to Blue Shield of California, Mathias spent more than a decade and a half at Aetna, where he held numerous roles including Vice President and Chief Information Officer. Mathias is PHP's second recent hire, joining Cheryl Morrison-Bornstein, who started her role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) in June.
Providence Health Plan (PHP) is an integral part of a 160-year-old not-for-profit healthcare collective that has set the health and well-being standard for the communities we serve. PHP provides high quality, affordable coverage to members via plans for small and large groups, self-insured plan sponsors, Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, as well as individuals and families. We offer a range of benefits including comprehensive healthcare, 24/7 access to telehealth visits, behavioral health resources and personalized health coaching.
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LIVEDRIVE® LDX SERIES ARE THE WORLD'S HIGHEST TORQUE DENSITY DIRECT DRIVE FRAMELESS MOTORS FOR ROBOTICS, AUTOMATION AND MACHINE BUILDING
VANCOUVER, BC, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Genesis Robotics & Motion Technologies, manufacturer of LiveDrive® the world's most torque-dense direct drive motors for robotics and automation, announced today the company will unveil its latest LiveDrive product line at automatica (Hall B6, Stand 303). The LiveDrive LDX series are Genesis' first frameless motors made widely available, leveraging its patented LiveDrive technology. This new offering provides additional design freedom for customers to implement Genesis' industry-leading torque density in new applications, enabling machines to accelerate faster, increase payload, and reduce size and mass, thereby improving machine and shop floor productivity.
"The LiveDrive LDX series of direct drive motors is a milestone for Genesis and the industry. The patented frameless design features up to three times more torque-to-mass than other direct drive motors on the market, enabling unparalleled levels of productivity and performance," says Chris Di Lello, CEO of Genesis. "We are excited to launch this innovative product at Automatica as we expand our product portfolio and create additional value for our customers."
The advantages of LiveDrive LDX build upon benefits realized through LiveDrive LDD the world's only direct drive motor for delta ("pick-and-place") robots that displaces the need for a traditional servo gearhead in many applications and therefore reduces downtime, eliminates gearhead maintenance, and prevents the risk of product contamination - a key concern in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical packaging.
"The automation manufacturers, machine builders, and roboticists attending Automatica are market leaders. We are confident that these OEMs and integrators can leverage our new series of LiveDrive LDX frameless direct drive motors to create the most innovative automation solutions in the industry," adds Chris Di Lello. "The industry has seen significant advances in sensors, controls, AI, and machine interfaces. We believe our LiveDrive LDX series of frameless direct drive motors will enable our customers to leverage these advances to create more and new value for end-users."
In addition to the unveiling of the LiveDrive LDX series of direct drive motors at Automatica, Genesis will showcase its line of LiveDrive LDD direct drive motors in delta robot systems: a high-speed, high-accuracy ABIflexx wide-delta robot, and the world's first high-speed collaborative sidebot by Wyzo, utilizing LiveDrive's features to create a collaborative delta robot without the need for protective barriers.
About Genesis Robotics & Motion Technologies – Motion Redefined
Founded in 2014, Genesis Robotics & Motion Technologies develops and manufactures innovative actuation solutions for the robotics and automation industries. The company's core products are its line of LiveDrive® direct drive motors and novel geared actuators. LiveDrive® and Genesis' growing portfolio of motion technologies are being implemented in world-first applications, disrupting, transforming, and leading a new standard in robot and automation performance and productivity. In 2018, Koch Engineered Solutions made a strategic investment and acquired a controlling interest in Genesis to commercialize its disruptive motion technologies.
Genesis Robotics & Motion Technologies is headquartered in Langley, BC, Canada, with locations in the United States, Germany, and Japan.
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Ginni Thomas pressed Arizona state lawmakers to upend Biden’s win by choosing Trump electors instead
By Zachary Cohen and Tierney Sneed, CNN
Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, pressed two Arizona state lawmakers after the 2020 presidential election to upend Joe Biden‘s popular vote win in that state by ensuring “a clean slate of electors” was chosen, according to emails released Friday.
The emails — which started with what appear to be pre-generated form letters from conservative activist Ginni Thomas to Arizona state representatives Russell Bowers and Shawnna Bolick — show that she encouraged both lawmakers to “fight back against fraud” and exercise what she characterized as their constitutional authority to unilaterally choose the electors rather than accepting those based on popular vote results.
“This responsibility is yours and yours alone,” an email from Ginni Thomas to Bowers on November 9, 2020, reads.
Bolick received a nearly identical email from Ginni Thomas the same day, suggesting she used a form letter template.
Bolick responded to her on November 10, 2020, encouraging her to file a formal complaint if she experienced voter fraud or election interference in Arizona. On November 12, Bolick wrote to Ginni Thomas again, saying the form letter she had signed and sent via email was received three times.
The Washington Post first reported on the emails.
Ginni Thomas emailed Bolick again on December 13 — one day before representatives were set to meet at state houses across the country and vote to certify their slates of electors. In that email, Thomas claimed the 2020 election was being threatened by unprecedented fraud and urged her to choose the electors with that in mind.
Justice Clarence Thomas is already facing pressure to recuse himself in cases involving January 6 investigations or other disputes stemming from the 2020 election because of his wife’s political activity. His critics have pointed to her connections to people who have come under scrutiny for their role in Donald Trump-aligned election subversion plots.
As CNN previously reported, Ginni Thomas exchanged text messages with Trump’s White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, encouraging him to continue the fight to reverse the election results. She also publicly criticized the House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, insurrection, calling for the ouster of the two Republicans serving on it from the GOP House conference.
Both episodes have caused Justice Thomas’ critics to question his participation in a case earlier this year in which the Supreme Court okayed the release of certain Trump White House documents to committee investigators. Thomas was the only justice to publicly dissent from the decision.
Justice Thomas has declined to comment on those episodes in the past, and it’s up to him to decide whether to recuse in cases before the Supreme Court.
Ginni Thomas insisted in an interview she gave to the Washington Free Beacon in March that she and her husband can keep their professional lives separate. She also denied participating in the planning of the January 6, 2021, rally that preceded the attack on the US Capitol, though she has said attended the rally itself briefly before it turned violent.
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STERLING, Va., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National Cyber Group (NCG) announced Philip Niedermair, Chair of the Board of Advisors and Member of the Board, Senior Advisor to the US Cyberspace Solarium Commission, was inducted into the Military Cyber Professionals Association's (MCPA) Order of Thor. This prestigious award was presented to Mr. Philip Niedermair in honor of his contributions in supporting the overall National Cyber Mission with the US Cyberspace Solarium Commission, his work in cybersecurity education, and preparing the next generation of cyber professionals.
During the award presentation on July 21, 2022, Chris Cleary, Principal Cyber Advisor to the Department of the Navy, commended Mr. Niedermair for his contributions over the last decade in supporting the Cyber Mission in Education, working to solve the massive cybersecurity job gap, and for bringing diverse groups together to address our nation's overall cyber challenge.
Mr. Niedermair commented, "I am deeply honored by the recognition, most notably when you look at the caliber of people and the accomplishments of past recipients, as with all commendations of this type, I could not have achieved this without the help of many people, particularly Dick Schaeffer, Lt. Gen. Rhett Hernandez (ret.), RADM Mark Montgomery (ret.) LTC John Quigg (ret.), and Peter Watts."
"This award is well-earned as Philip has worked relentlessly over the past four years towards the formation of NCG to execute the daunting mission of building an elite cybersecurity corps who can hit the ground running day one on the job," said David Moon, National Cyber Group's CEO.
The prestigious Order of Thor Medal recognizes great service and contributions to the American military cyber community. The Order of Thor is named for the mythological warrior who battles beyond the clouds – appropriate, considering the cloud is a widely recognized symbol of cyberspace. Being inducted into the Order of Thor is a recognition of members of the military community who have made considerable contributions and embody the Military Cyber Professionals Association's (MCPA) values of loyalty, duty, and excellence. Inductees are presented a medal symbolizing the appreciation on behalf of the American military cyber profession.
The MCPA is a non-profit organization and counts service members, retirees, and civilians in the cyber community among its members. Learn more: https://milcyber.org
Philip Niedermair is the Managing Director of Alliances and Development at Ward & Berry, Chairs the Advisory Board, and a member of the Board of Directors of NCG (National Cyber Group). He is also a Senior Advisor to the US Cyberspace Solarium Commission and serves as a board member for Nsiontec, Occamsec, and Platform Aerospace.
Philip also acts as an advisor to and sits on multiple boards including the Gula Tech Foundation, LP First Capital, Squadra Ventures, the Army Cyber Institute at West Point, The Industry Round Table of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, University of Baltimore Merrick School of Business, DEA Education Foundation, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Historic Ships of Baltimore. Previously, he formally advised the Eisenhower Memorial Presidential Commission and National Law Enforcement Officers Museum. He has worked in almost every state, and over 40 countries, and managed several global programs as a Staff Consultant for his clients like Coca-Cola, MasterCard, UPS, and Citibank.
To participate in upcoming training sessions where Philip or his colleagues will be participating, visit https://cybernowlabs.com/analyst.php
National Cyber Group offers cyber security workforce development and talent solutions by combining the forces of America's most-known name in foundational IT certification training, Total Seminars, and the most disruptive hands-on cyber training program, CyberNow Labs, with new job placement and staffing solutions to attract, train and transmit thousands of career-seekers into entry-and-mid-level jobs as the nation's 'Elite Cybersecurity Corps.'
Learn more: nationalcyber.com
The Cyberspace Solarium Commission (CSC) was established in the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 to "develop a consensus on a strategic approach to defending the United States in cyberspace against cyber attacks of significant consequences." The finished report was presented to the public on March 11, 2020. The William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 reauthorized the Commission to collect and assess feedback on the analysis and recommendations contained within the final report, review the implementation of the recommendations contained within the final report, and completing the activities originally set forth for the Commission. Learn more: cybersolarium.org
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VANCOUVER, Wash., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Sinceri Senior Living (Sinceri SL) premiered their partnership video in collaboration with Viva Vita. After 6-months of partnership between the organizations, both Sinceri and Viva Vita are focused on taking their partnership to the next level and continually refining their programming and virtual reality offerings. Currently Viva Vita is serving 76 Sinceri Senior Living communities.
Kayla Wersal, VP of Programming at Sinceri Senior Living shared this about working with the team at Viva Vita, "Our residents at Sinceri Senior Living still have so many things that they would like to learn, explore, and experience; and through the technology provided by Viva Vita, each resident can do just that. Whether it's visiting faraway lands, or even enjoying a musical performance or meditation/relaxation – Sinceri residents and their families can enjoy new experiences from the comfort of their Sinceri community."
Sinceri Senior Living Communities are utilizing Viva Vita's virtual reality headsets for resident programming in unique and novel ways:
- Pairing educational lectures on art pieces, history, and more – followed by visiting the location or museum virtually
- Pairing culinary experiences and regional cuisine with virtual trips to the region
- Connecting musical performances with educational opportunities on classical music, jazz, and more
Carleigh Berryman, Founder & CEO of Viva Vita had this to share about the continued partnership with Sinceri Senior Living, "We are thrilled to see this partnership take off the way it has. Sinceri staff has been so creative in their implementation of the Viva Vita virtual reality technology into their existing activities programming. They have 'power users', some upwards of 100 years old, who join the virtual reality activities every week! We look forward to expanding our relationship with Sinceri into new program applications and practices to measure the impact of Viva Vita solutions on resident wellbeing and mental health."
As their partnership continues, both Sinceri Senior Living and Viva Vita look forward to serving as many seniors and their families as possible.
Sinceri Senior Living is a premier, senior living management company that provides service to seniors in 21 states, serving approximately 4,700 seniors across the U.S. Sinceri Senior Living manages all levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing communities. From the legacy of its first dedicated memory care community more than 35 years ago, Sinceri Senior Living has built a reputation for expertly managing senior living properties, including owned and managed facilities, with highly sought personalized care and exceptional, unique programming for residents and their families.
Learn more about Sinceri Senior Living at www.sinceriseniorliving.com
Viva Vita is committed to providing virtual engagement tools that are accessible and affordable to all communities: new customers can get set up with Viva Vita without training or even a Wi-Fi connection, and have payment plans available to fit any budget. Viva Vita currently only offers VR services within community settings but looks forward to becoming available for individual purchase in the future.
To learn more about virtual reality for seniors, please visit www.VivaVita.org
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Figure skating minimum age rises to 17 before 2026 Olympics
PHUKET, Thailand (AP) — No 15-year-old figure skaters will be allowed to compete at the 2026 Olympics following the controversy surrounding Russian national champion Kamila Valieva at this year’s Beijing Games.
A new age limit for figure skaters at senior international events was passed Tuesday by the International Skating Union in a 110-16 vote that will raise the minimum age to 17 before the next Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy.
“This is a very important decision,” ISU president Jan Dijkema said. “I would say a very historic decision.”
The limit will be phased in with 16-year-olds allowed to compete in the 2023-24 season, rising to 17 the season after, which is the last before the Olympics.
The change was coming even before figure skating at the Beijing Olympics was dominated by the emotional stress put on the 15-year-old Valieva. She was the favorite to take individual gold, after helping the Russians win the team title, before her positive doping test from December was belatedly revealed during the Olympics.
The teenager was allowed to train under intense scrutiny as a Court of Arbitration for Sport hearing was prepared that allowed her to compete pending the full investigation in Russia. That is still ongoing.
However, her main routine was filled with errors and she dropped to fourth place. She was then criticized rink-side by her coach, Eteri Tutberidze.
The ISU drafted an age-limit proposal saying “burnout, disordered eating, and long-term consequences of injury” were a risk to young teenage skaters who are pushed to perform more quadruple jumps.
The governing body said it had “a duty of care to protect the physical and psychological health and safety of all athletes including elite adolescent athlete(s).”
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Cultural, culinary and outdoor adventures abound
HELENA, Mont., Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Montana offers a wonderous blend of exhilarating experiences, natural beauty, and western charm. And when the air turns crisp and the fall colors take the stage, it's even more enchanting. Experience the magic of fall in Montana with these five epic adventures:
Bike Through the Fall Colors
There's no better way to take in the beauty of the fall colors than by biking through Montana's unmatched trails and undiscovered country. Mountain bikers of all levels should check out Legacy Bike Park in Lakeside, which opened in 2021. The park offers 13 mountain biking trails that include singletracks, jumps, and berms that will keep even the best mountain bikers jamming all day. Don't miss the Legacy Liftoff Sept. 23-24, 2022, which will feature a bike competition for four different rider classes (from pro to 14-and-under riders), music, food, and camping.
Or, head to Butte and hit the South Continental Divide to Black Tail Ridge Mountain Bike Trail. This moderate trail is 11.8 miles long and offers a little bit of everything to get your thrills, including varying grades of ascents and descents, switchbacks and natural rock formations. Once you start to reach the summit of the southern portion of the trail, you can expect some spectacular views from all directions.
Casting Lines in Paradise
Fly-fishing is the perfect outdoor activity to unplug, unwind, and take in the surrounding beauty. And there is no better place to cast than Montana. The state boasts some of the best fly-fishing rivers in the U.S., including the Blackfoot River, Yellowstone River, and many others. What some don't realize is that Montana offers fly-fishing year-round. Fly-fishing in fall - and even winter - provides a unique experience underscored with beautiful scenery and solitude. Casting lines and floating the steady river current under the endless blue sky will feel like paradise found.
Montana weather in the fall can be unpredictable, so having the right gear and an expert guide are key. Montana Angling Company can lead fishermen and women to waterways like the Gallatin River, Paradise Valley Springs Creeks, the Madison River, and the Missouri River and help ensure they have an unforgettable fly-fishing excursion.
Fall Flavors and Festivals
Between each Montana adventure, you'll find world-class cuisine. The state has a surprising amount of four-star dining options that highlight local culinary flavors and incorporate the bounty of the fall harvest season. Locals and visitors from all over the world are drawn to these highly acclaimed restaurants:
Walker's in Billings has reinvented Montana's dining scene. Patrons experience a food adventure filled with regionally farmed ingredients in a funky space. Lucca's in Helena melds high-quality Italian food with impeccable service providing an unforgettable dining event. The menu changes seasonally, but the Shrimp Fra Diavolo is so popular, it's available year-round. Scotty's Table, located in the heart of Missoula, is committed to offering sustainable and environmentally friendly ingredients. Diners will be treated to a delicious meal in a modern environment.
Relax after a fun-filled day by grabbing a brew at one of the more than 90 breweries operating across the state. Head to the Billings Brew Trail to find Montana's only walkable brewery trail. The self-guided tour right in the heart of downtown is made up of six breweries, two distilleries, and one cider house, all within easy walking distance. Take this 1.5-mile brewery route and enjoy historic sites and beautiful fall landscapes along the way. While on the trail, be sure to stop at Angry Hank's Microbrewery and enjoy the flavors of autumn with a frosty mug of Oktoberfest beer.
Billings is also a great place to celebrate the bounty of Montana's fall harvest. HarvestFest, held on Oct. 8, 2022, is a community festival that marks the finale of the summer farmer's market and is filled with produce, pumpkins, baked goods, and food truck fare. It also features live music, an Oktoberfest beer garden and stein holding contest, an interactive children's area, face painting, and more.
Get Immersed in Indigenous Culture
Celebrate Native culture and traditions at the Poplar Indian Days Pow Wow Sept. 2-4, 2022, at the Fort Peck Indian Reservation. Enjoy traditional Native American dancing, food vendors, a community feed breakfast, teepee races, and two fun run/walks. All ages are welcome to attend.
Learn more about the Indigenous People of the Great Plains on the Indigenous Peoples Driving Tour. Stop at one of the 15 locations on the tour to hear stories about Indigenous life with the Fort Belknap Indian Community, Fort Peck Assiniboine, Sioux Tribes, and Chippewa Cree Rocky Boy Tribes.
Pay tribute to Native American Heritage Month in November with a visit to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument on the Crow Reservation in southeast Montana. The site memorializes the Battle of the Little Bighorn, which took place June 25-26, 1876, between the Sioux and Cheyenne and the United States Seventh Cavalry Regiment led by Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer. Little Bighorn includes a visitor center, museum, and a walking tour with interpretive markers.
Get Spooky
For those looking to turn up the spook factor this fall, Montana is full of haunted attractions that will send chills down your spine. With a number of well-preserved ghost towns and historically haunted hotspots, history lovers and families alike are sure to get in the Halloween spirit. For visitors who dare to be really scared, the Old Montana Prison in Deer Lodge offers eerie ghost tours throughout the month of October.
For a deeper dive into history, visit Montana's living ghost towns, Virginia City and Nevada City. These cities mark the site of the richest placer gold strike in the Rocky Mountains. Visitors can pan for gold, ride the rails, view historical reenactments and explore two of the state's most historic cities.
"As we head into the fall season, we'd like to remind everyone to use up those vacation days," said Scott Osterman, Director for the Montana Department of Commerce. "Fall is a beautiful time to visit Montana. The temps cool down, the crowds dissipate, and Mother Nature puts on a spectacular show providing the perfect backdrop for an awe-inspiring trip of a lifetime."
About Visit Montana
Visit Montana markets Montana's spectacular unspoiled nature, vibrant and charming small towns, breathtaking experiences, and relaxing hospitality to promote the state as an unforgettable place to visit. For more information, go to VISITMT.COM.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- August 8, 2022 – Melius Research (Melius), today announced that Conor Cunningham has joined the firm as a Senior Analyst covering the Airlines & Travel sectors. Conor was most recently an Executive Director at MKM Partners.
Prior to MKM Partners, Conor spent eight years at Cowen covering the Airlines sector. In Conor's fifteen years of experience as a research analyst, he has distinguished himself as a go-to resource by the investment community with frequent appearances and citations in the financial media.
Conor holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business.
"We are thrilled that Conor will be joining the Melius team," said Melius Research CEO & Founding Partner Scott Davis. "His expertise in Airlines & Travel and lens into consumer behavior are particularly timely in helping our clients navigate reopening trends as well as geopolitical challenges."
"We all look forward to working with Conor and continuing to broaden our coverage footprint" added Director of Research, Robert Wertheimer.
Melius Research is an independent research, data analytics, and investment firm that leverages decades of industrial and industrial tech-focused expertise to help clients navigate a rapidly changing world. The traditional industrial eco-system is being transformed by emerging technologies in areas such as robotics, new mobility, energy transition, space travel, and the overall rise of software across all industries. Furthermore, the powerful thematic of sustainability is driving a secular shift in investment never seen before, creating unique opportunities and a new generation of leaders. We partner with clients including disruptive start-ups, institutional investors, and corporate executive teams, to make better investment and strategic decisions.
For more information about Melius research visit www.meliusresearch.com
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State Board approves public school funding rule
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) - The Idaho State Board of Education approved a temporary rule Thursday extending an expired temporary rule that bases Idaho public school funding on student enrollment rather than attendance.
The temporary rule expired last month when the Legislature adjourned sine die. Thursday’s Board action extends the enrollment-based funding rule until the conclusion of the 2023 legislative session.
The action was taken to stabilize public school funding, which has fluctuated in recent years in school districts and charters throughout the state because many parents are choosing to keep their students at home as a result of the pandemic. Board members plan to work with legislators to come up with a permanent solution when the Legislature convenes in January.
“We have to solve the long term problem,” Board President Kurt Liebich said. “What we are doing is providing budget certainty to our districts and charters at a time when they need that in order to educate our students coming out of the pandemic.”
Another Choice Virtual Charter School
The Board directed its executive director to appoint a hearing officer to hear an appeal by Another Choice Virtual Charter School. The Idaho Public Charter School Commission recently voted not to renew the virtual school’s charter and the school filed an appeal with the State Board. The hearing officer will hold a public hearing on the matter in the coming weeks and make a recommendation for the Board to consider.
Board Officers Elected
The State Board reelected Board President Kurt Liebich, and elected Dr. Linda Clark as Vice President, and Dr. David Hill as Secretary. The Board officers will serve until April 2023.
The April Regular Board Meeting was held on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow. | https://localnews8.com/news/education/2022/04/21/state-board-approves-public-school-funding-rule/ | 2022-04-21T23:30:48Z |
BOSTON, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The following Eaton Vance closed-end funds (the "Funds") announced distributions today as detailed below.
Taxable Funds:
Funds Making Distributions Under a Managed Distribution Plan*:
* These Funds make distributions in accordance with a managed distribution plan. Under the managed distribution plan, a Fund issues a notice to shareholders and a press release containing information about the amount and sources of the distribution and other related information on payment date of the distribution. A Fund's distributions in any period may be more or less than the net return earned by the Fund on its investments, and therefore should not be used as a measure of performance or confused with "yield" or "income." Distributions in excess of Fund returns will cause its net asset value to erode. Investors should not draw any conclusions about a Fund's investment performance from the amount of its distribution or from the terms of its managed distribution plan. The Fund's Board may amend or terminate the managed distribution plan at any time without prior notice to Fund shareholders.
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Eaton Vance applies in-depth fundamental analysis to the active management of equity, income, alternative and multi-asset strategies. Eaton Vance's investment teams follow time-tested principles of investing that emphasize ongoing risk management, tax management (where applicable) and the pursuit of consistent long-term returns. The firm's investment capabilities encompass the global capital markets. With a history dating back to 1924, Eaton Vance is headquartered in Boston and also maintains investment offices in New York, London, Tokyo and Singapore. For more information, visit evmanagement.com. Eaton Vance is a part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, the asset management division of Morgan Stanley.
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NEW YORK (AP) — The first and most popular cryptocurrency, bitcoin, launched more than a decade ago. Yet for all therelentless buzz, relatively few are well versed in cryptocurrencies or the blockchain, the technology on which they’re built.
Despite the evangelizing by and rising profile of some investors, a 2021 poll by Pew Research Center found that just 16% of Americans said they have ever invested in cryptocurrencies. That broadened to 31% between the ages of 18 and 29 and to 43% of men in that age range.
If you’re not among those percentages, you might view these currencies with skepticism and may have avoided trying to understand the lingo or the technology.
But as cryptocurrencies and related technologies reach into politics, intertwine with the larger economy and impact the environment, everyone could use a sense of what they are, how they work and their pitfalls and potential.
I WANT TO SOUND SMART. IS IT “BLOCKCHAIN” OR “THE BLOCKCHAIN?”
It depends on usage. “Blockchain technology” is acceptable to refer to the computer code that records cryptocurrency transactions (and can be used for other things; stay with us). Standing alone, just call it the blockchain — even though there are actually multiple (don’t worry, we’ll explain below).
WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CRYPTOCURRENCIES AND THE BLOCKCHAIN?
Blockchains record cryptocurrency transactions in encrypted, digital records that live on servers all around the world. Some blockchains allow developers to build in applications and program contracts.
Also of note: Different cryptocurrencies are built on different blockchains. Bitcoin is built on the, well, bitcoin blockchain; ether is built on the ethereum blockchain. There now are some cryptocurrencies or tokens that are essentially built on top of other cryptocurrencies — but at the most basic level, all cryptocurrencies refer back to a blockchain.
Blockchains also can be used to record other types of information — like property records or the origins of a food item.
MY HEAD HURTS. IS THERE A SIMPLER WAY TO THINK ABOUT THIS?
Fundamentally, cryptocurrencies are digital money. The blockchain is a database for recording transactions of said digital money. This digital money isn’t backed by any government or institution.
HOW ARE CRYPTOCURRENCIES MADE?
Different cryptocurrencies have different digital architectures (code) so how they work varies. As an example, let’s use bitcoin, which is “mined.”
In the physical world, here’s how mining works: A specialized computer processor runs on electricity and produces an astonishing amount of noise and heat. In the digital world, that processor is competing to solve a mathematical puzzle. The computer that solves the puzzle first wins newly minted bitcoin. This design is part of the open source code created by the anonymous entity that launched bitcoin in 2009.
Mining has another purpose: In the course of solving the puzzle, the most recent bitcoin transactions — the sending and receiving of the currency — are recorded on the blockchain. The system design encourages participants to spend resources (in this case money and electricity) to help maintain the record of who owns which bitcoins.
Those with more computing power are more likely to win — so the design favors well-resourced groups that can put together a lot of these specialized computers and supply them with electricity as cheaply as possible.
As a kind of check, the system is also designed to increase the difficulty of solving the mathematical puzzle as more computers compete to do so. At the same time, the amount of bitcoin successful miners win decreases automatically at predetermined intervals. Together that means entities that got into mining quite early made out with more bitcoin in return for spending fewer resources.
I THINK I ACTUALLY GOT THAT. NOW WHAT IS THIS ABOUT DECENTRALIZATION?
An additional feature of the blockchain’s design is that the record of transactions is held on many computers that together form a global network. These computers — or nodes — constantly check with each other to confirm their records’ accuracy. The replication of these records across the network is part of what prevents an incorrect or fake transaction from being logged.
Together, the decentralized and open source nature of the blockchain means that no one and no institution can control it. But actors like governments and large corporations still can limit access in certain circumstances. China outlawed cryptocurrency tradingin September 2021 because of concerns they could weaken control over the financial system and were facilitating crime. More recently, a major cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, stopped processing purchases made withcertain credit cards issued in Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
WHOA. SO HOW SECURE IS THE BLOCKCHAIN?
Cryptocurrency buffs consider it pretty hard to hack — that’s part of its appeal. Again though, it depends which platform you’re talking about.
The bitcoin blockchain has not been compromised to date, but the second largest blockchain and cryptocurrency, ethereum, faced amajor crisis in 2016 stemming from a software vulnerability. While the ethereum blockchain itself was not hacked, some $50 million in ether was stolen.
Many cryptocurrency-related services and technologies have been hacked or simply exploited by their designers todeceive and steal from participants.
Cryptocurrency exchanges — where people can trade cryptocurrencies for traditional currencies — have been compromised multiple times, with digital bank robbers clearing out the accounts. Memorably, in 2018, the CEO of acryptocurrency exchange died without relaying a crucial passcode, effectively locking customers out of millions of dollars’ worth of cryptocurrencies.
Consumers have few recovery options, whether they’re a victim of a scam or security breach or have simply forgotten their digital wallet’s password. There is no password reset or insurance in the preprogrammed, decentralized system.
In short, the investments are backed by few protections. U.S. prosecutors do pursue outright criminal behavior, like false advertising or stealing, but if the value of a new cryptocurrency token plummets and does not recover, that money is lost. Even the value of bitcoin, which some proponents call “digital gold,” is extremely volatile.
A final thought: Cryptocurrencies remain criminals’ payment of choice. Illegal drugs or other barred commodities are often exchanged for cryptocurrency, which can be transferred across distances more easily than cash and can be harder for prosecutors to trace. But for most cryptocurrencies, the record of who owns what is publicly visible, forcing criminals to become savvier in order to effectively launder cryptocurrencies obtained through theft, scams or ransomware attacks.
WHERE DOES THE “VALUE” OF CRYPTOCURRENCIES COME FROM?
This age-old question — who decides what a buck is worth? — is further complicated with cryptocurrencies. Unlike traditional currencies, no government, central bank or physical asset backs cryptocurrencies.
Their values are based on people’s faith in them, as determined by the market. Backers hope that more and more people will want a digital currency that is relatively free from government oversight — and that, as people sink resources into cryptocurrencies, their value will increase over time.
Also unlike traditional currencies, some cryptocurrencies function both as an investment and a potential unit of exchange. Some buy it hoping they can eventually sell it for a profit. Others might use a fraction of a bitcoin to, say, get a firecracker pork burrito at New Hampshire’s Taco Beyondo.
WHAT ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS?
Cryptocurrency mining consumes a great deal of energy. One peer-reviewed study calculated that, as of November 2018, bitcoin’s annual electricity consumption was45.8 terawatt hours,comparable to Hong Kong’s net electricity consumption in 2019, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
That doesn’t even take into account energy consumed by other cryptocurrencies. And bitcoin’s energy consumption has increased annually: The Bitcoin Mining Council estimated the cryptocurrency consumed 220 terawatt hours of energy in 2021.
When judging the environmental impacts of cryptocurrencies, it’s important to consider the electricity’s source. Miners want electricity at the lowest cost, which sometimes leads them to polluting energy sources like coal. Other times, can they find the cheapest energy from renewable sources like hydroelectric dams. It really comes down to location. Those variables make it complicated to calculate cryptocurrencies’ exact energy consumption and environmental impacts.
Environmental impacts also include the energy used to cool computer processors, which heat up as they work, as well as the electronic waste produced as miners upgrade their equipment and discard older models or broken units.
WHAT’S A NONFUNGELLA … A NONFUNGLEABLE … WHAT’S AN NFT?
For everyone’s sake, let’s keep this short. Nonfungible tokens are basically any digital item — like an image or video — that has been recorded on the blockchain to show who owns it. | https://cw33.com/technology/ap-technology/explainer-how-cryptocurrencies-work-and-how-they-dont/ | 2022-04-22T04:17:16Z |
NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLP, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
Hemisphere Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HMTV)'s sale to a subsidiary of Gato Investments LP for $7.00 per share in cash. If you are a Hemisphere Media shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd. (NYSE: BHVN)'s sale to Pfizer Inc. for $148.50 per share in cash. Biohaven common shareholders, including Pfizer, will also receive 0.5 of a share of New Biohaven, a new publicly traded company that will retain Biohaven's non-CGRP development stage pipeline compounds, per Biohaven common share. If you are a Biohaven shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Duke Realty Corporation (NYSE: DRE)'s sale to Prologis, Inc. for 0.475x of a Prologis share for each Duke Realty share. If you are a Duke Realty shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Prologis, Inc. (NYSE: PLD)'s merger with Duke Realty Corporation. If you are a Prologis shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
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SLATER, Iowa, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gross-Wen Technologies (GWT), a leading algae-based wastewater treatment company based in rural Slater, Iowa, is pleased to announce that through a collaboration with Xylem Water Solutions Singapore Pte Ltd., a local entity of Xylem Inc., a leading global water technology company, their joint project was selected as one of the finalist winners of PUB's, Singapore's National Water Agency, Carbon Zero Grand Challenge 2022.
The wastewater industry contributes 5% of the total world greenhouse gas emissions. To address this problem, PUB launched the $4.8 million (U.S.) Carbon Zero Grand Challenge in October 2021 to incentivize innovative solutions that can assist the PUB achieve net-zero emissions by mid-century and scale to water facilities around the world. As part of this challenge, PUB sought carbon capture, utilization, removal and other solutions that could be integrated with its operations and reach commercial scale within a decade or sooner.
As a Grand Challenge finalist, the GWT/Xylem project will be awarded up to $2.5 million to demonstrate a large-scale version of their solution at a PUB facility in Singapore. The GWT/Xylem project will feature GWT's algae-based, revolving algal biofilm (RABTM) treatment technology on anaerobic digestion (AD) effluent for carbon footprint reduction and nutrient recovery. This carbon reduction includes atmospheric CO2 captured by algae, low energy nitrogen and phosphorus recovery, and reduced nitrous oxide emissions from the concentrated AD effluent. The algae produced during the process will be harvested and used to make slow-release organic fertilizer, bioplastics or biofuels.
According to GWT President and Co-Founder, Dr. Martin Gross, "Our company is honored to be selected as a finalist in the PUB's Grand Carbon Challenge. Our partnership with Xylem at PUB Singapore will serve as a showcase for how algae treatment can be leveraged to decarbonize the wastewater treatment industry."
GWT is a wastewater treatment technology company which uses algae instead of bacteria or chemicals to recover nitrogen and phosphorus from wastewater. Algae is considered the most sustainable way to treat wastewater. This is because during the treatment process algae is consuming CO2 from the atmosphere, then the CO2 containing algae is used as a slow-release fertilizer. What makes GWT unique is their algae-based treatment solution, called the revolving algal biofilm system (RAB), which is considered by many experts as the top algae treatment system in the world (10 issued patents). The company was founded by Dr. Martin Gross and Dr. Zhiyou Wen and is based on a technology they developed at Iowa State University.
For more information: algae.com
Xylem (XYL) is a leading global water technology company committed to solving critical water and infrastructure challenges with innovation. Our 17,000 diverse employees delivered revenue of $5.2 billion in 2021. We are creating a more sustainable world by enabling our customers to optimize water and resource management and helping communities in more than 150 countries become water secure.
Join us at www.xylem.com
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HOLON, Israel, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Compugen Ltd. (NASDAQ: CGEN), a clinical-stage cancer immunotherapy company and a pioneer in computational target discovery, announced today that the European Patent Office has granted Compugen a new patent covering anti-PVRIG antibodies for use in cancer treatment.
European Patent No. 3 653 221 link titled "Anti-PVRIG antibodies and Methods of Use" augments previously issued patents by expanding and protecting the use of COM701 for treating cancer patients, to include any anti-PVRIG antibody for use in the treatment of cancer, wherein the antibody activates T cells and/or NK cells and competes with COM701 for specific binding to PVRIG. The patent further claims such anti-PVRIG antibodies for use in the treatment of cancer, wherein the anti-PVRIG antibody is used in combination with antagonistic antibodies targeting additional immune checkpoints.
"As part of our strategy to secure broad patent protection for our innovative portfolio, we are delighted to be granted protection against any antibody that competes with our potentially first-in- class anti-PVRIG, COM701, and activates T or/and NK cells for treatment of cancer," said Anat Cohen-Dayag, Ph.D., President, and Chief Executive Officer of Compugen.
European Patent No. 3 653 221 link is expected to expire no earlier than February 2036.
About COM701
COM701 is a humanized antibody that binds with high affinity to PVRIG, a novel immune checkpoint discovered computationally by Compugen, blocking the interaction with its ligand, PVRL2. In pre-clinical studies, blockade of PVRIG by COM701 has demonstrated potent, reproducible enhancement of T cell activation, consistent with the desired mechanism of action of activating T cells in the tumor microenvironment to generate anti-tumor immune responses. Compugen has identified PVRIG and TIGIT as key parallel and complementary inhibitory pathways in the DNAM-1 axis, which also intersect with the well-established PD-1 pathway. Research from Compugen suggests that these three pathways have different dominance in different tumor types and patients, implying that to induce effective antitumor responses, certain patient populations may require the blockade of different combinations of these three pathways. To test this hypothesis, Compugen has established a science-driven, biomarker informed clinical program, which evaluates different combinations of these axis members across tumor types. Compugen is the only company with clinical assets targeting both PVRIG and TIGIT in its portfolio allowing it to explore the potential of blocking these parallel and complementary members of the DNAM axis comprehensively to drive robust immune responses.
About Compugen
Compugen is a clinical-stage therapeutic discovery and development company utilizing its broadly applicable predictive computational discovery capabilities to identify new drug targets and biological pathways for developing cancer immunotherapies. Compugen has developed two proprietary product candidates: COM701, a potential first-in-class anti-PVRIG antibody and COM902, a potential best-in-class monoclonal antibody targeting TIGIT for the treatment of solid tumors. Partnered programs include bapotulimab, an antibody targeting ILDR2, in Phase 1 development, licensed to Bayer under a research and discovery collaboration and license agreement, and a TIGIT/PD-1 bispecific derived from COM902 (AZD2936) in Phase 1/2 development by AstraZeneca through a license agreement for the development of bispecific and multi-specific antibodies. In addition, the Company's therapeutic pipeline of early-stage immuno-oncology programs consists of programs aiming to address various mechanisms of immune resistance, including myeloid targets. Compugen is headquartered in Israel, with offices in South San Francisco, CA. Compugen's shares are listed on Nasdaq and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol CGEN.
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This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the safe-harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions of Compugen. Forward-looking statements can be identified using terminology such as "'will," "may," "expects," "anticipates," "believes," "potential," "plan," "goal," "estimate," "likely," "should," "confident," and "intends," and similar expressions that are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the expected expiration date of the patent in the United States. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of Compugen to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Among these risks: the effect of the global COVID-19 pandemic may continue to negatively impact the global economy and may also adversely affect Compugen's business; changes to the patent law in the United States and other jurisdictions could diminish the value of patents in general, thereby impairing our ability to protect our product candidates; Compugen's approach to the discovery of therapeutic products is based on its proprietary computational target discovery infrastructure, which is unproven clinically; and Compugen does not know whether it will be able to discover and develop additional potential product candidates or products of commercial value. These risks and other risks are more fully discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of Compugen's most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as well as other documents that may be subsequently filed by Compugen from time to time with the SEC. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent Compugen's views only as of the date of this release and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. Compugen does not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements unless required by law.
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SMArtX Expands both SMA and Model-Delivery Solutions from Industry Leaders
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SMArtX Advisory Solutions ("SMArtX"), a leading innovator in unified managed accounts (UMA) technology and architect of the SMArtX turnkey asset management platform ('TAMP'), announced the addition of 14 new investment strategies to its platform. The SMArtX platform now supports 1,095 model-traded and manager-traded separate account strategies offered from a diverse group of 268 asset managers.
The announcement comes on the heels of SMArtX's nomination of being named a finalist in six industry awards: Four categories for the 2022 Wealth Management "Wealthies" Industry Awards and two categories for ThinkAdvisor LUMINARIES Awards.
SMArtX has added three new asset management firms — Liberty One Investment Management, Shelton Capital Management, and St. James Investment Advisors— to give advisors more strategies to build and offer custom portfolios at scale to clients. These new offerings are distributed and traded by SMArtX through its award-winning cloud-based solution across seven custodial platforms.
"SMArtX's rapid growth goes hand-in-hand with the support of industry leaders like these to offer our clients some of the most diverse strategies in the industry," said Evan Rapoport, CEO of SMArtX Advisory Solutions. "The fact that existing firms are adding strategies to the platform indicates SMArtX's progression from a disruptive TAMP solution to a managed accounts technology that is setting a new industry precedent."
Four existing firms have added to the SMArtX platform, providing investors access to more strategies from venerable firms Alliance Bernstein, iSectors, Neuberger Berman, and Putnam Investments. The strategies across all seven firms encompass model delivery exposures to U.S. equities, which are complemented by several separately managed accounts (SMAs) focused municipal and tax-aware strategies.
The complete list of new strategies includes:
- Alliance Bernstein
- iSectors
- Liberty One Investment Management
- Neuberger Berman
- Putnam Investments
- Shelton Capital Management
- St. James Investment Advisors
SMArtX's continued growth is driven by two main applications of its technology: the off-the-shelf TAMP offering, which is built using SMArtX Advisory Solutions' proprietary UMA technology, and the ability to tailor and utilize its UMA technology through cloud-based APIs to meet the mandates of large enterprises, RIA platforms, and hybrid broker-dealers.
Jonathan Pincus, President and COO of SMArtX expanded that "when markets suddenly reverse a long-term upward trend and have to deal with a volatile, recessionary environment, that's when the cracks in your technology solutions start to show. Today's markets require a modern solution."
About SMArtX Advisory Solutions
SMArtX Advisory Solutions is an award-winning managed accounts technology provider and manages SMArtX, a turnkey asset management platform ('TAMP'). SMArtX's API-first, cloud-native technology operates within a modular, micro-services architecture, providing clients a tailored solution catered to their unique specifications. SMArtX is available as an off-the-shelf TAMP for advisors seeking wider selection of investment product and ease of use, while automating the investment processes and simplifying the everyday tasks of managing client accounts. SMArtX also licenses its proprietary technology to enterprise firms looking to create, customize, or upgrade their existing managed accounts technology as a standalone or fully integrated solution. SMArtX is the managed account technology and TAMP platform of choice for multiple RIAs, broker-dealers, and asset managers. Learn more at www.smartxadvisory.com
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- MOU ceremony in Navalmoral de la Mata (Cáceres, Spain) witnessed by Spanish Prime Minister
- The industrial park (cluster) contemplates the construction of a gigafactory of batteries for electric vehicles; a development and innovation center for the digitalization of renewable energy systems, a green hydrogen generation plant and the manufacture of electrolyzers, and a wind power generation plant and the assembly of smart wind turbines.
- Flagship Net Zero Industrial Park to lead new industry creation and Net Zero Transition in Spain
NAVALMORAL DE LA MATA, Spain, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Group, a world-leading green technology company, today signed a General Protocol for Collaboration with the Government of Spain. Mr. Pedro Sánchez Pérez-Castejón, the Prime Minister of Spain, attended and addressed the ceremony.
Envision's partnership with the Spanish Government covers a wide range of innovative collaborations in the next five years across various regions of the country, under the umbrella of the first industrial cluster of net carbon emissions in Europe. Under the agreement, the first phase of Net Zero Industrial Park, these are: a gigafactory for batteries for electric vehicles in Navalmoral de la Mata (Extremadura); a center for development and innovation in the digitization of renewable energy systems; a green hydrogen generation plant for the manufacture of electrolysers in Alcázar de San Juan (Ciudad Real); and a wind power generation and smart wind turbine assembly plant in Las Navas del Márqués (Ávila).
It is believed that this business-government partnership will catalyze Spain's net zero transition and creation of new industry, not only for Spain but also as an important part of Europe's "building back better" program.
During the ceremony, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez highlighted the commitment and importance of the partnership with Envision. He said, "We welcome this important partnership with Envision to accelerate Spain's transition to net zero carbon by the mid-century. Envision is a strategic partner who can provide innovative solutions to boost our green economy."
Lei Zhang, CEO of Envision said "We are fully committed to supporting Spain's national agenda on net zero transition. The creation of new industrial opportunities such as the Net Zero Industrial Park will unlock the vast potential of renewable energy in Spain and serve as a gateway to building a pan-European greentech industrial ecosystem."
The electric vehicle battery gigafactory in Navalmoral de la Mata will have a capacity of up to 50 GWh in phase 1 and will create 3,000 green jobs with high added value when it is operational in 2025. The gigafactory is part of the VENERGY+ Project, which consists of 12 partners from 10 Autonomous Communities in which suppliers of vehicle parts and components would be located using advanced technology as part of an integrated battery ecosystem. The project has been submitted to the PERTE VEC (Strategic Project for Economic Recovery and Transformation) for the Electric and Connected Vehicle, whose provisional resolution with the winning bids is expected by the end of August 2022.
As the net zero technology partner of global companies and governments, Envision aims to develop 100 Net Zero Industrial Parks in the next decade globally, reducing global carbon emissions by 1 billion tons per year.
About Envision Group
Envision Group is a world-leading green technology company and net-zero technology partner. With the mission of 'solving the challenges for a sustainable future', Envision continues to promote wind and solar as the 'new coal', batteries and hydrogen fuels as the 'new oil', the AIoT network as the 'new grid', net zero industrial parks as the 'new infrastructure' and an ecosystem of net zero technology as the 'new industry', to create a net zero world.
Envision designs, sells, and operates smart wind turbines, storage system and green hydrogen solutions through Envision Energy; AIoT-powered batteries through Envision AESC; and the world's largest AIoT operating system through Envision Digital. It also manages Envision-Sequoia Capital Net Zero Fund and owns the Envision Racing Formula E team.
On April 22, 2021, Envision announced that it will achieve operational carbon neutral by 2022 and its value chain carbon neutral by 2028.
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NEW ORLEANS, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until July 12, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in securities class action lawsuits against Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NasdaqGS: UPST), if they purchased the Company's securities between March 18, 2021 and May 9, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). These actions are pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
Upstart investors should visit us at https://claimsfiler.com/cases/nasdaq-upst/ or call toll-free (844) 367-9658. Lawyers at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC are available to discuss your legal options.
Upstart and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On May 9, 2022, post-market, the Company revealed its 1Q2022 financial results, disclosing a reduction to its fiscal 2022 guidance, expecting revenue of approximately $1.25 billion and contribution margin of 48% due to "rising interest rates and rising consumer delinquencies [as] putting downward pressure on conversion."
On this news, shares of Upstart fell $43.52, or 56%, to close at $33.61 per share on May 10, 2022.
The first-filed case is Ward v. Upstart Holdings, Inc., No. 22-cv-02856.
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS
You could be affected by a class action lawsuit against AbbVie Inc. ("AbbVie") and Individual Defendants Richard A. Gonzalez and William J. Chase (collectively, "Defendants"). The Court, which authorized this notice, is allowing the case to proceed as a class action on behalf of a "Class" and has appointed attorneys as "Class Counsel." The Court has not decided that Defendants did anything wrong. Defendants have not been ordered to pay any money. No settlement has been reached. There is no money available now and no guarantee that there will be any recovery in the future.
What is this case about?
The lawsuit alleges that Defendants knowingly made false and misleading statements about AbbVie's compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and its own code of business conduct in the marketing and sale of its flagship drug, Humira, in violation of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Defendants deny any wrongdoing in this lawsuit and believe that the claims are without merit.
Are you included?
You are a potential "Class Member" only if you purchased or otherwise acquired shares of the publicly-traded common stock of AbbVie during the period of October 25, 2013 through September 18, 2018, inclusive. Excluded from the Class are AbbVie and the Individual Defendants; members of the immediate families of the Individual Defendants; AbbVie's subsidiaries and affiliates; any person who is or was an officer or director of AbbVie or any of its subsidiaries during the Class Period; any entity in which any Defendant has a controlling interest; and the legal representatives, heirs, successors, and assigns of any such excluded person or entity. Also excluded from the Class is any person or entity that timely and validly requests exclusion from the Class in response to this notice. In addition, Defendants have the right to move to decertify the Class, in whole or in part, or to seek the exclusion of certain entities or individuals from the Class at a later date.
What are your options?
If you want to stay in the Class you do not have to do anything now. If you do nothing, you will stay in the Class, be bound by the Court's orders, and will lose any right to sue Defendants separately regarding the factual circumstances and claims in this case. If you do not want to be a Class Member and be bound by what the Court does in this matter, and if you want to keep your rights to sue Defendants, you need to ask to be excluded from the Class. To be excluded, you must send a letter to AbbVie Inc. Securities Litigation, ATTN: EXCLUSIONS, c/o A.B. Data, Ltd., P.O. Box 173001, Milwaukee, WI 53217 and you must include certain information as set forth in the long form notice available at the website listed below. If you choose to exclude yourself you cannot receive any money or benefits recovered in this case if any are awarded at a later date. The deadline to exclude yourself is August 10, 2022.
Where to get more information?
This notice is only a summary. For more information visit www.abbviesecuritieslitigation.com or call 877-316-0169.
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NEW YORK, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Spero Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRO) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: October 28, 2021 to May 2, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: July 25, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in SPRO:
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Spero Therapeutics, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the data submitted in support of the New Drug Application ("NDA") for the Company's product candidate, Tebipenem HBr, were insufficient to obtain approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"); (ii) accordingly, it was unlikely that the FDA would approve the Tebipenem HBr NDA in its current form; (iii) the foregoing would necessitate a significant workforce reduction and restructuring of Spero's operations; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Spero you have until July 25, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Spero securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the SPRO lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/spero-therapeutics-inc-loss-submission-form?id=28805&from=4.
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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PHOENIX, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroAge, The Digital Transformation Experts®, announced the acquisition of cStor, a leading provider of cybersecurity, modern infrastructure, and digital transformation solutions. The acquisition will expand MicroAge's robust digital transformation service offerings to provide enhanced solutions and services for its clients, including a mature cybersecurity practice as well as extensive data center delivery and networking engineering expertise.
cStor was founded in 2002 by Bill Nowlin and initially launched as Custom Storage, providing data center consulting and solutions. Over the past few decades as technology and cybersecurity threats have rapidly evolved, cStor stayed in lockstep with the technology landscape, developing comprehensive offerings and expertise in cybersecurity, digital transformation, and modern infrastructure. In support of those practice areas, the company also expanded its professional services capabilities to enhance the value and improve overall business outcomes for clients.
"Together, our companies are even better positioned for scale and growth," said Rob Zack, CEO of MicroAge. "With our combined expertise, we can positively impact our clients' business outcomes with shared resources that expand our services, market knowledge, technology access, and technical expertise."
"Since our inception, cStor has been dedicated to client success by architecting solutions through innovative problem solving and an understanding of our clients' overall business challenges," said Larry Gentry, president and CEO of cStor. "By joining MicroAge, we are better positioned to deliver the most impactful solutions and services that will successfully transform our clients' businesses now and into the future."
cStor helps organizations strategize, design, and implement cybersecurity, digital transformation, and modern infrastructure solutions and services that address the evolving needs of today's enterprise. cStor's proven capabilities with best-in-class technologies provide peace of mind and put organizations on a path to success. cStor serves clients throughout the Southwest with a focused, collaborative approach and superior results. For more information, visit www.cStor.com.
MicroAge combines a powerful mix of technology services, backed by vendor-certified engineers and an acclaimed panel of experts to deliver the competitive edge technology leaders need to lead in a disruptive, digital environment. A Gold-Certified Microsoft partner, MicroAge is recognized annually by the Computer Reseller News (CRN) in the Tech Elite 250, Solution Provider 500, and MSP 500 lists of top-performing technology integrators, strategic service providers, and IT consultants.
Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, MicroAge has a rapidly expanding national salesforce to support growing demand. To learn more, visit MicroAge.com.
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Top Tier Recognition for Excellence in Video
TROY, Mich., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) announced that The Road Ahead, a video production created to showcase the company's 14Xe™ electric powertrain, was recognized with three gold awards in the 43rd Annual Telly Awards.
The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens and is judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming networks and production companies. The Road Ahead won in the following categories:
- Online Commercials – Automotive
- Online Commercials – Music/Jingle
- Online Commercials – Use of 3D Animation
The Road Ahead can be viewed on Meritor.com and the company's YouTube channel, Facebook and also LinkedIn.
"Now, more than ever, it is necessary to celebrate video work that reflects the top tier of our industry, such as Meritor," says Telly Awards Executive Director Sabrina Dridje. "This year's submissions reflect an industry that has returned to the important work of storytelling, one that has returned with a new perspective that values innovation, agility, equity and tenacious creativity."
"We released The Road Ahead to coincide with the production launch of our 14Xe electric powertrain," said Krista Sohm, chief marketing and communication officer at Meritor. "We are proud of the way it captures the spirit of our brands and demonstrates our commitment to the zero emissions evolution for commercial vehicles. Our collaboration with Kyro Digital, based in Mission Viejo, California, was a winning formula in creating a piece of work that stood out among amazing content from top tier companies around the world."
The Telly Awards is the premier award honoring video and television across all screens. Last year, The Telly Awards attracted more than 12,000 entries from top video content producers including Netflix, Jennifer Garner, HBO Latin America, Microsoft, RadicalMedia, Condé Nast, Adobe, Nickelodeon, and Partizan. Entrants are judged by The Telly Awards Judging Council—an industry body of over 200 leading experts including advertising agencies, production companies, and major television networks, reflective of the multiscreen industry and includes executives from Dow Jones, Duplass Brothers Productions, Complex Networks, Bloomberg, Weta Digital, A&E Networks, Hearst Media, ESPN Films, RYOT, Vice+ and Vimeo.
The full list of the 43rd Annual Telly Awards winners can be found at www.tellyawards.com/winners.
About Meritor
Meritor, Inc. is a leading global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions for commercial vehicle and industrial markets. With more than a 110-year legacy of providing innovative products that offer superior performance, efficiency and reliability, the company serves commercial truck, trailer, off-highway, defense, specialty and aftermarket customers around the world. Meritor is based in Troy, Mich., United States, and is made up of more than 9,600 diverse employees who apply their knowledge and skills in manufacturing facilities, engineering centers, joint ventures, distribution centers and global offices in 19 countries. Meritor common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTOR. For important information, visit the company's website at www.meritor.com.
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Mexico closes US gravel quarry that had been pressured
By MARK STEVENSON
Associated Press
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Mexican government has closed a limestone gravel quarry owned by a U.S. company, a move likely to add fuel to an ongoing trade dispute with the firm. The Environment Department said Friday it closed the quarry owned by Vulcan Materials near Playa del Carmen, on the Caribbean coast. The quarry has been excavated below the water table and the department said the mining threatened water quality and subsoil conditions. But President Andrés Manuel López Obrador wants the water-filled quarry to use as a theme park. He has pressured the Alabama-based aggregates company to sell the property to the government, or open one itself. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/06/mexico-closes-us-gravel-quarry-that-had-been-pressured/ | 2022-05-06T21:19:47Z |
Senate confirms key ambassador slots, including Kennedy
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has voted to confirm Caroline Kennedy, the daughter of President John F. Kennedy, to serve as U.S. ambassador to Australia, and Philip Goldberg to serve as ambassador to South Korea.
Kennedy served as U.S. ambassador to Japan from 2013-17 during Barack Obama’s presidency. Goldberg is a career member of the Senior Foreign Service and has been serving as U.S. ambassador to Colombia.
The Senate approved the nominations Thursday as President Joe Biden’s administration looks to fill out its diplomatic team with key allies in Asia. Kennedy has extensive experience in the region and and had thrown her support behind Biden relatively early in the crowded 2020 Democratic primary process.
Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., said shortly before the Senate action that it was critical for the U.S. to have Goldberg in Seoul, citing North Korea’s launch Wednesday of a ballistic missile toward its eastern waters.
“South Korea is one of our most important trading partners. South Korea is one of our most important security partners,” Ossoff said. “We need a U.S. ambassador to lead our mission in South Korea.”
The Senate also confirmed Mark Nathanson to be ambassador to Norway, MaryKay Loss Carlson to be ambassador to the Philippines, and John Nkengasong to coordinate U.S. efforts to combat HIV-AIDS globally.
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HAMILTON, ON and BOSTON, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: FUSN), a clinical-stage oncology company focused on developing next-generation radiopharmaceuticals as precision medicines, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared the Company's Investigational New Drug (IND) applications for [225Ac]-FPI-2059 (FPI-2059) and the corresponding imaging analogue [111In]-FPI-2058 (FPI-2058). FPI-2059 is a targeted alpha therapy (TAT) designed to use a small molecule to target and deliver actinium-225 to tumor sites expressing neurotensin receptor 1 (NTSR1), a protein that is overexpressed in multiple solid tumor types, including colorectal, pancreatic, gastric, neuroendocrine differentiated prostate, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, and Ewing sarcoma cancers.
"The FPI-2059 program showcases Fusion's ability to use our platform technology and R&D expertise to efficiently convert different classes of targeting molecules into TATs against innovative targets that are designed to address cancers with high unmet need," said John Valliant, Ph.D. "With FPI-2059, we believe there is significant opportunity to address multiple solid tumor types, including neuroendocrine differentiated prostate cancer where PSMA expression is typically low and therefore patients are not adequately treated by existing radioligand therapies. We look forward to progressing FPI-2059, Fusion's first small molecule-based TAT and third clinical program, into a Phase 1 study."
Fusion acquired [177Lu]-IPN-1087 (IPN-1087), a lutetium-based beta-emitting radiopharmaceutical, from Ipsen in April 2021, and converted the compound to the alpha-emitting [225Ac]-FPI-2059. In clinical studies, IPN-1087 showed promising early safety data and good uptake in multiple tumor types. In a head-to-head in vivo comparison of therapeutic efficacy in a mouse xenograft model of colorectal cancer between FPI-2059 and IPN-1087, results show tumor regression with FPI-2059 is achieved at doses of approximately 1500 times lower than IPN-1087.
Fusion plans to initiate a Phase 1, non-randomized, open-label clinical trial in patients with solid tumors expressing NTSR1, intended to investigate safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics and to establish the recommended Phase 2 dose. The study will prioritize six solid tumor indications, including head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, pancreatic, neuroendocrine prostate, colorectal, gastric and Ewing sarcoma. The study employs a 3 + 3 dose escalation design to evaluate multiple ascending doses of FPI-2059. As part of the screening process, patients will be administered an imaging analogue of FPI-2059, FPI-2058, and only those who meet predefined tumor uptake and safety criteria will go on to receive FPI-2059.
Radiopharmaceuticals are a precision medicine in that the alpha therapeutic can be converted into a corresponding imaging analogue with a different radionuclide (in this case indium), used to screen for a biomarker in patients with tumors that express the cancer target, increasing the likelihood of response to therapy. Fusion plans to provide additional guidance on timelines for the FPI-2059 program following initial experience with patient screening in order to better predict the cadence of patient enrollment.
[225Ac]-FPI-2059 (FPI-2059) is a targeted alpha therapy combining actinium-225 with a small molecule designed to target neurotensin receptor 1 (NTSR1), in development as a potential treatment for various solid tumors. NTSR1 is a promising target for cancer treatment that is overexpressed in multiple solid tumors including colorectal, pancreatic, gastric, neuroendocrine differentiated prostate, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma and Ewing sarcoma cancers. FPI-2059 is currently being evaluated in a Phase 1 study.
Fusion Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage oncology company focused on developing next-generation radiopharmaceuticals as precision medicines. Employing a proprietary Fast-Clear™ linker technology, and leveraging the Company's actinium supply and manufacturing expertise, Fusion connects alpha particle emitting isotopes to various targeting molecules in order to selectively deliver the alpha emitting payloads to tumors. Fusion's lead program, FPI-1434 targeting insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor, is currently in a Phase 1 clinical trial. The pipeline includes FPI-1966 targeting the fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3) and FPI-2059, a small molecule acquired from Ipsen, targeting neurotensin receptor 1 (NTSR1). In addition to a robust proprietary pipeline, Fusion has a collaboration with AstraZeneca to jointly develop up to three novel targeted alpha therapies (TATs), the first of which is currently in IND enabling studies, and explore up to five combination programs between Fusion's TATs and AstraZeneca's DNA Damage Repair Inhibitors (DDRis) and immuno-oncology agents. Fusion also recently entered into a collaboration with Merck to evaluate FPI-1434 in combination with Merck's KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab) in patients with solid tumors expressing IGF-1R.
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" for purposes of the safe harbor provisions of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including but not limited to the statements regarding Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s (the "Company") future business and financial performance. For this purpose, any statements contained herein that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed forward-looking statements. Without limiting the foregoing, the words "expect," "plans," "anticipates," "intends," "will," and similar expressions are also intended to identify forward-looking statements, as are expressed or implied statements with respect to the Company's potential drug candidates, including any expressed or implied statements regarding the successful development of product candidate FPI-2059. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to the following: there can be no guarantees that the Company will advance any clinical product candidate or other component of its potential pipeline to the clinic, to the regulatory process or to commercialization; management's expectations could be affected by unexpected patient recruitment delays or regulatory actions or delays; uncertainties relating to, or unsuccessful results of, clinical trials, including additional data relating to the ongoing clinical trials evaluating its product candidates; the Company's ability to obtain additional funding required to conduct its research, development and commercialization activities; changes in the Company's business plan or objectives; the ability of the Company to attract and retain qualified personnel; competition in general; and the Company's ability to obtain, maintain and enforce patent and other intellectual property protection for its product candidates and its discoveries. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such statements. These and other risks which may impact management's expectations are described in greater detail under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 as filed with the SEC and in any subsequent periodic or current report that the Company files with the SEC. All forward-looking statements reflect the Company's estimates only as of the date of this release (unless another date is indicated) and should not be relied upon as reflecting the Company's views, expectations or beliefs at any date subsequent to the date of this release. While Fusion may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, it specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, even if the Company's estimates change.
Investors and others should note that Fusion communicates with its investors and the public using the Fusion website, www.fusionpharma.com, including, but not limited to, company disclosures, investor presentations, SEC filings, and press releases. The information that Fusion posts on this website could be deemed to be material information. As a result, Fusion encourages investors, media and others interested to review the information that Fusion posts there on a regular basis.
Contact:
Amanda Cray
Senior Director of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications
617-967-0207
cray@fusionpharma.com
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Father charged with murder in Benadryl overdose death of 5-month-old, police say
LAS VEGAS (KVVU/Gray News) – A father has been charged with murder in the overdose death of his 5-month-old son, according to police.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department said Enrique Escobar was arrested Aug. 30 following the April 7 death of his son.
The day of the boy’s death, first responders were called to a residence about a baby not breathing. The baby boy was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The child’s mother said she works during the day while Escobar stays home with the children. Escobar was taking care of their 5-month-old son and 2-year-old daughter at the time. The mother said Escobar called her and said the baby wasn’t breathing, and she called 911.
Escobar told police he was up all night playing video games and went to sleep after the mother went to work, the arrest report said.
Once the mother left for work, Escobar told police he smoked two bowls of marijuana, gave the baby a bottle and then laid him in bed on his stomach, the report said.
The baby reportedly fell asleep around 12 p.m., and Escobar noticed the baby wasn’t awake around 4 p.m. and was in the same position. Escobar told police he realized the baby wasn’t breathing, the report said.
Both parents said the child was healthy prior to his death, police said in the report.
According to the coroner’s toxicology report, generic Benadryl was found in the baby’s system. Police said a bottle of the medication was found in the house, but it was out of reach of the child and the baby wouldn’t have been able to crawl to get it.
Both parents denied giving the baby the Benadryl, the arrest report said.
According to police, Benadryl is not prescribed to children before the age of 4. The mother said she bought the Benadryl for Escobar for his allergies, the arrest report said. Escobar denied ever giving the baby the medication.
Escobar is being held without bail, according to court records.
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Company outlines its planet, people and performance initiatives, helping make a positive impact on the world
HUDSON, Ohio , Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD), a global leader in automating, digitizing and transforming the way people bank and shop, today issued its 2021 environmental, social and governance (ESG) report, which can be found at the company's newly updated ESG website at www.dieboldnixdorf.com/en-us/about-us/esg.
Prepared within the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards Framework, the 2021 Diebold Nixdorf ESG report highlights the strides the company made throughout the year in environmental stewardship, global citizenship and corporate governance. Diebold Nixdorf's ESG program is a key foundational element of the company's global operational structure and helps define its culture by encompassing three main components:
- Planet, focusing on key environmental areas, including climate change, sustainable products, sustainable field operations, materials used, waste produced and resource management. In 2021, we promoted recycling, focused on using environmentally sustainable materials in our products and solutions, and worked to reduce our carbon footprint, use of energy and other resources.
- People, prioritizing social imperatives, including diversity and inclusion, our continued COVID-19 response, global citizenship, financial inclusion, human rights, and health and safety. In 2021, we continued to build upon our employee-focused initiatives, commitment to corporate giving, and diversity and inclusion initiatives, while also providing needed support within communities where we operate.
- Performance, maintaining best practices in corporate governance at the board of directors and leadership levels, as well as across our code of business ethics, enterprise risk management, and cybersecurity and data privacy. In 2021, we introduced a Global Sustainability Council to oversee our sustainability and ESG strategies, policies and programs, and report progress on KPIs and other developments.
Octavio Marquez, Diebold Nixdorf president and chief executive officer, said: "A key component of our mission as a company is to work as a caring and kind corporate citizen that recognizes how an organization touches and impacts the world around it. In 2021, our company continued to build its ESG program and made solid progress, especially against the backdrop of a challenging macro environment. We are very proud of our accomplishments into 2022, and we continue to do our work the right way, adhering to our highest values with great care for our people, partners, stakeholders and the world around us."
Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) is a world leader in enabling connected commerce. We automate, digitize and transform the way people bank and shop. As a partner to the majority of the world's top 100 financial institutions and top 25 global retailers, our integrated solutions connect digital and physical channels conveniently, securely and efficiently for millions of consumers each day. The company has a presence in more than 100 countries with approximately 22,000 employees worldwide. Visit www.DieboldNixdorf.com for more information.
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MONTREAL, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Alithya Group inc. (TSX: ALYA) (NASDAQ: ALYA) ("Alithya" or the "Company") today held its annual general meeting of shareholders (the "Meeting") virtually. A total of 70,172,516 Class A subordinate voting shares and 7,171,616 Class B multiple voting shares were represented at the Meeting, representing approximately 89.26% of the total votes attached to all issued and outstanding shares as of July 18, 2022, the record date for the Meeting.
Alithya's Board of Directors had fixed at ten the number of directors to be elected at the Meeting. All ten director nominees proposed for election in Alithya's Management Information Circular dated July 18, 2022 were duly elected by a majority of the votes cast. The votes cast for the election of directors were as follows:
In the context of the ongoing pandemic, Alithya held the Meeting virtually again this year out of concern for the safety of its shareholders, employees, directors and other Meeting attendees.
An audio webcast will be available shortly after the Meeting in the Investors section of Alithya's website.
Alithya is a trusted leader in strategy and digital transformation, employing a dedicated and highly skilled workforce of approximately 3,900 professionals in Canada, the United States and internationally. Alithya's strategy is based on a plan of accelerated organic growth and complementary acquisitions to create a global leader. The Company's integrated offer is based on four pillars of expertise: business strategies, enterprise cloud solutions, application modernisation services, and data and analytics. To learn more about Alithya, visit www.alithya.com.
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NORWALK, Conn., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Terex Corporation (NYSE: TEX) will host a conference call to review its second quarter 2022 financial results on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. John L. Garrison, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Julie Beck, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will host the call.
The Company's financial results will be issued and available at https://investors.terex.com after the market close on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.
Participants are encouraged to access the webcast 15 minutes prior to the starting time. The webcast will be available for replay at https://investors.terex.com.
Terex is a global manufacturer of materials processing machinery and aerial work platforms. We design, build and support products used in construction, maintenance, manufacturing, energy, recycling, minerals and materials management applications. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their environmental impact including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia and sold worldwide. We engage with customers through all stages of the product life cycle, from initial specification and financing to parts and service support.
Contact Information:
Terex Corporation
Julie Beck
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
(203) 200-5979
InvestorRelations@terex.com
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Innovative Startup Develops Next Generation Technology to Deliver High-Quality, Accessible Geospatial Imagery for Multiple Industries
BROOKLYN, N.Y., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Near Space Labs, the cutting-edge geospatial data and Earth observation company, today announced the launch of its Swifty 3 fleet of advanced stratospheric imaging robots. The Swifty 3 uses weather balloons and proprietary sensors and software to reach elevations nearly twice that of commercial flights, enabling the capture of incredibly high-resolution, high-frequency images of landscapes, man-made structures, and changes occurring on the planet to help customers make critically strategic decisions.
"Swifty 3 represents a leap forward in Earth-imaging technology," said Rema Matevosyan, co-founder and CEO of Near Space Labs. "The new Swiftys are lighter-weight, more nimble, and compact enough to fit in the trunk of a small car, which enables timely deployment for customers in need of high-quality geospatial imagery. Our technology helps our customers better understand their surroundings, identify key issues, and quickly find solutions to the challenges they face within cities, suburbs, and rural areas."
The Swifty 3 fleet of stratospheric imaging robots are low cost, manufactured in-house, and easily deployed in almost any location at a moments notice. The devices serve as platforms for carrying imaging sensors including Near Space Labs' 10 cm per pixel high-resolution optical sensor, capable of capturing 400-1,000 square km of imagery per flight (the equivalent of the entirety of New York City's five boroughs). The Swifty 3 is powered by high-tech software and uses atmospheric and stratospheric wind for zero emission propulsion to follow predetermined flight paths while capturing images of urban regions, natural disaster zones, and other strategic areas.
"We designed and developed the Swifty 3 with our customers' imagery needs in mind," said Ignasi Lluch, co-founder and CTO of Near Space Labs. "The new generation of our Earth imaging robot enables us to build out our fleet quickly and efficiently to meet market demand. In turn, that allows us to offer the most nimble, cost-effective, and customizable image capturing solution on the market."
Launched in 2017, Near Space Labs' mission is to make high-quality Earth imagery universally accessible to empower better decisions. The company's data is applied across many industries and use cases, including:
- Natural disaster response and recovery;
- Insurance claims assessments and risk evaluations;
- Monitoring of infrastructure including roads, bridges and critical facilities; and
- Environment, conservation, and pollution monitoring.
The company closed a $13M Series A funding round in September 2021 that included investors Crosslink Capital, Leadout Capital, Toyota Ventures, and Wireframe Ventures. Near Space Labs' geospatial imaging capabilities cover the top 100 most populous U.S. cities with additional custom coverage capabilities. Currently, the company services the U.S. market and has plans to expand globally in 2023.
The Swifty 3 industry-leading innovation was recently recognized with an honorable mention by Fast Company's 2022 World Changing Ideas Awards in the AI & Data and Best World Changing Idea in North America categories.
Near Space Labs is a cutting-edge geospatial data company on a mission to democratize access to highly-updated, high-resolution Earth imagery. Co-Founded by CEO Rema Matevosyan, CTO Dr. Ignasi Lluch, and Chief Engineer Dr. Albert Caubet, Near Space Labs provides timely, wide-scale, commercially available imagery with the largest zero-emission balloon fleet in the stratosphere. Near Space Labs is revolutionizing the way that businesses, communities, municipalities, and researchers gather data to help solve some of the world's biggest challenges such as urbanization and climate change. For more information, visit nearspacelabs.com
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Thought leadership in partnership with iAccess Life will be on display at the largest industry event of the year
CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobility software and payments company Passport will showcase its mobility management platform in booth #827 at the International Parking and Mobility Institute's (IPMI) Conference & Expo July 24-27, 2022 at the Ernest Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, La.. Passport will present three times in conference sessions, and is excited to host Brandon Winfield from iAccess Life for in-booth sessions on July 25 and 26. The company will showcase its complete parking solution through one centralized platform, which brings together all parking and mobility data and provides cities with a holistic view of their entire operation.
In addition to Passport's presence on the showfloor, the company is featured during conference sessions, including, "The Jetsons - The Parking Payment Systems of the Future" and "Customer Success: Voice of the Customer." Passport will also moderate a shoptalk session, "Managing the Dynamic Curb." Special guest, Brandon Winfield of iAccess Life, will discuss equitable parking solutions for the mobility impaired and how the partnership with Passport is bringing attention to this underserved community.
"Hundreds of cities across North America are experiencing the power of Passport's platform and are unlocking actionable insights for smarter decision making," says Doug Rogers, Passport CRO. "We are excited to continue to help cities solve critical problems in their operations, and we look forward to reuniting with clients at one of the industry's largest events of the year."
Passport's platform helps cities manage mobile pay parking, parking enforcement, digital permitting, payment services and more. The Charlotte-based company has helped more than 800 municipalities, universities and private operators streamline processes and use mobility data to increase revenue, decrease costs, easily integrate with other technologies and provide better user experiences.
To attend IPMI's Convention & Expo and be able to see Passport's platform in action, visit the event's website and register online. To learn more about how Passport supports cities' mobility infrastructure, visit the company website.
About Passport
Passport is a mobility software and payments company that builds technology to centrally manage the complexities at the curb. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Passport is trusted by more than 800 cities, universities and agencies, including Chicago, Toronto, Los Angeles and Miami. Passport's digital platform helps cities manage parking and mobility infrastructure, creating more livable, equitable communities. One of the fastest-growing companies on the Inc. 5000 and Deloitte Technology Fast 500 lists, Passport was also named to Fast Company's World's Most Innovative Companies for 2020.
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This follows OPMG and OMD being named leaders in marketing creative and content services and global media management assessments, respectively
NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC) today announced it has been named a Leader in "The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services, Q3 2022" by Forrester Research, Inc. With this assessment, Omnicom has been named a leader in three Forrester Wave™ assessments that cover the critical areas of global media management services, marketing creative and content services, and global marketing services.
Within the 17-criterion evaluation, Omnicom Group received the highest scores possible in five criteria: creative content and services, media management services, integration services, global client teams and innovation roadmap.
The evaluation noted that "Omnicom stands out for its innovation and integrates media, content, and performance." It specifically notes that "the Omni audience platform merges insight, workflow, execution, and activation in one OS, and the company's innovation plans for a universal taxonomy, deeper marketing automation, and commerce intelligence will accelerate its global marketing capabilities."
"We received the highest possible scores in criteria in critical areas of our business: creative and content services, media management services, integration services, innovation roadmap, and talent management," said John Wren, Chairman and CEO of Omnicom Group. "Clients are looking for their partners to turn disparate capabilities into integrated, global marketing solutions. We believe these criteria show we are well equipped to design end-to-end campaigns that brands need to reach consumers wherever they are."
"Omnicom Group bests the market in creative and content, thanks to its intelligence-powered creative craft, and in media management due to its software-driven effectiveness," said the report, authored by Jay Pattisall, Principal Analyst at Forrester. It stated, "The company also has strong global marketing capabilities that are among the strongest integration and global client team capabilities in this evaluation as well as resources that outpace the category…Omnicom Group is a good fit for CMOs of enterprise brands looking to connect and supercharge the many components of marketing experience."
This Forrester Wave™ evaluation for global marketing services follows the recent publication of "The Forrester Wave™: Global Media Management Services, Q3 2022", where fellow Omnicom network Omnicom Media Group (OMG) was named a Leader and received the highest ranking in the Current Offering category. More recently, Omnicom Precision Marketing Group was named a Leader and received the highest ranking in the Strategy category in "The Forrester Wave™: Marketing Creative and Content Services, Q3 2022."
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Season’s 1st hurricane aims heavy hit at Mexico tourist zone
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Hurricane Agatha, the season’s first, headed for a stretch of tourist beaches and fishing towns on Mexico’s southern Pacific coast Monday amid warnings of dangerous storm surge and flooding from heavy rains.
After forming on Sunday, Agatha quickly gained power, and it was predicted to make landfall as a strong Category 2 hurricane Monday afternoon or evening, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
It was moving toward the area near Puerto Escondido and Puerto Angel in the southern state of Oaxaca — a region that includes the laid-back tourist resorts of Huatulco, Mazunte and Zipolite.
The hurricane center said Agatha could “bring an extremely dangerous storm surge and life-threatening winds.”
Early Monday, Agatha had maximum sustained winds of 110 mph (175 kph) — just 1 mph under the threshold for a Category 3, the hurricane center said. The storm’s center was about 65 miles (110 kilometers) southwest of Puerto Angel and heading to the northeast at 6 mph (9 kph).
Little change in strength was expected before the storm makes landfall, according to the hurricane center. A hurricane warning was in effect between the port of Salina Cruz and the Lagunas de Chacahua.
The civil defense office in Oaxaca published photos Sunday of fishermen hauling their boats up on beaches to protect them from the storm as the initial bands moved over land.
Municipal authorities in Huatulco ordered “the absolute closure” of all the resort’s beaches and its famous seven bays, many of which are reachable only by boat. They also closed local schools and began setting up emergency storm shelters.
To the west in Zipolite, long known for its clothing-optional beach and bohemian vibe, personnel at the small Casa Kalmar hotel gathered up outdoor furniture and put up wooden storm shutters to prevent strong winds from blowing out glass windows and doors.
“The biggest worry here is the wind,” hotel manager Silvia Ranfagni said.
With only one guest — and plenty of cancellations due to the hurricane — Ranfagni planned to ride out Agatha at the property, which is three or four blocks from the beach.
“I’m going to shut myself in here with my animals,” she said, referring to her dog and cats.
The government’s Mexican Turtle Center — a former slaughterhouse turned conservation center in Mazunte — announced it was closed to visitors until further notice because of the hurricane.
The U.S. National Hurricane Center said the storm was expected to drop 10 to 16 inches (250 to 400 millimeters) of rain on parts of Oaxaca, with isolated maximums of 20 inches (500 millimeters), posing the threat of flash floods and mudslides.
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Kansas among states where employers struggle least to hire
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas has been found to be among the states where employers have struggled the least to hire new employees.
With the labor force participation rate dipping to one of the lowest in decades, WalletHub.com says it released updated data on 2022′s States Where Employers Are Struggling the Most in Hiring - and Kansas is not one of them.
In order to see which states are able to hire more than others, WalletHub said it compared all 50 states and Washington, D.C., based on the rate of job openings for both the latest month and the last 12 months.
According to the study, Kansas ranked 37th overall with a job openings rate for the latest month at 7.4% and a job openings rate for the past year at 6.28%.
Kansas’ border states seem to struggle a little more in the employment department. The report ranked them as follows:
The study found the states that have struggled the most to hire are as follows:
- Alaska
- Kentucky
- Georgia
- Montana
- Iowa
The study also found the states that have struggled the least to hire are as follows:
- New York
- Washington, D.C.
- Connecticut
- New Jersey
- Pennsylvania
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Temperatures in the Carolinas are forecasted to be above average this week and Duke Energy is providing tips and tools to help customers save energy – and money – while trying to stay cool.
Duke Energy has sufficient resources to meet customers' energy needs and continues to monitor its power plants, power lines and other equipment to help ensure customers receive reliable service during extreme weather.
High temperatures bring higher usage for customers, which can translate into higher bills. But a few smart, simple tips can help energy users take control of their bill and save money.
High temperatures can lead to higher energy usage and bills as customers combat the heat. Below are some tips to help manage your energy use.
- Change air filters regularly. A dirty air filter makes an HVAC system work harder, which uses more energy.
- Set your thermostat at the highest comfortable setting. The smaller the difference between the inside and outside temperatures, the lower your energy usage and bill will be.
- Close blinds, drapes and curtains during the hottest part of the day. Keeping your blinds, drapes and curtains closed will help prevent the sun's rays from heating your house.
- Use a ceiling fan in occupied rooms to supplement your air conditioning. Make sure the fans are set to operate in a counterclockwise direction to push cool air down into living spaces. Only use ceiling fans in rooms that are occupied; fans cool people, not things.
- Grill outdoors. Using your electric oven and stovetop creates a lot of indoor heat. Help save energy by firing up the grill outdoors or prepare meals that don't require cooking.
- Turn off unnecessary lights. Be sure to turn off lights when you leave a room. Lights emit heat and cause your air conditioning system to work harder.
Energy use typically spikes in the summer since air conditioning is one of the biggest energy users in your home. Customers can also easily track and adjust their usage during this week's heat wave.
- Customers with smart meters can check online to view their daily usage. Smart meters collect usage information by the hour, so checking spikes throughout the month – by day and even hour – can show what appliances and behaviors are increasing their bills. Video and b-roll available here.
- Duke Energy customers with smart meters also receive usage alerts through email and/or text halfway through their billing cycle, well before their bill arrives, with their current usage amount and a projection of what their final monthly bill could be.
- Customers can also set budget alerts, so they know when their bill reaches a specific dollar amount of their choosing, allowing them to adjust their usage and help save money on their bill.
- Customers without smart meters can sign up to receive high bill alerts for when adverse weather is projected to increase their electric bills by at least 30% and $30 compared to historical usage.
Other energy-saving programs, tips and guidance to help you manage higher energy bills that can result from increased energy is available at duke-energy.com/Summer.
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies. Its electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. The company employs 28,000 people.
Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business and at least a 50% carbon reduction from electric generation by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The 2050 net-zero goals also include Scope 2 and certain Scope 3 emissions. In addition, the company is investing in major electric grid enhancements and energy storage, and exploring zero-emission power generation technologies such as hydrogen and advanced nuclear.
Duke Energy was named to Fortune's 2022 "World's Most Admired Companies" list and Forbes' "America's Best Employers" list. More information is available at duke-energy.com. The Duke Energy News Center contains news releases, fact sheets, photos and videos. Duke Energy's illumination features stories about people, innovations, community topics and environmental issues. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
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- Fast Code is part of Globant's Digital Studio Portfolio, which includes Blockchain, Metaverse, Data & AI, UI Engineering, and much more.
- The new studio will leverage platforms such as Augoor, MagnifAI and GeneXus.
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Globant (NYSE: GLOB), a digitally native company focused on reinventing businesses through innovative technology solutions, announced today the launch of its Fast Code Studio. Through its new Studio, Globant seeks to reinvent the future of coding through a set of flexible and ever-evolving platforms that help our clients accelerate time-to-market while also delivering value.
"With the rapid pace of technological advancements and an increasing need for more digital solutions, many organizations are looking to optimize their software development process," said Diego Tártara, Chief Technology Officer at Globant. "With this new offering, we expect to be the tipping point of a profound transformation in software development. Guided by our sustainable vision and deep expertise in digital transformation, our approach leans on an ecosystem of flexible and ever-evolving solutions that help our clients tackle present and future challenges."
The new studio will leverage platforms such as Augoor for assisted coding, MagnifAI for smarter testing, and GeneXus for multi-experience development, all of which are part of Globant X, an incubator of innovation that helps productize Globant's most transformative technology into platforms. Fast Code Studio will provide services such as:
- Lead time reduction: Blends Globant's expertise in Lean-Agile Software Development, DevOps, and AI with state-of-the-art techniques and accelerators to improve organizations' time to value.
- Total Cost Optimization (TCO): Disrupts the traditional Application Development Process to increase productivity and quality and reduce skill-set requirements for developers.
- Business continuity: Future-proofs companies' technology backbone with a sustainable vision to reduce the risk of technical debt.
"In an increasingly digital world, you need the tools and processes that enable reinvention in an effective and sustainable way," said Agustín Huerta, SVP of Studios at Globant. "With this new studio, we are enabling ourselves and our customers to deliver through solutions and platforms that are flexible enough to help overcome the challenges of technological advance."
Fast Code Studio is part of Globant's Digital Studios, which focus on developing business models and technical capabilities on the latest technologies and trends to help clients digitally transform their business. The Digital Studios portfolio includes Metaverse, Blockchain, Digital Performance, and Business Hacking, among other offerings.
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- We were named a Worldwide Leader in CX Improvement Services by IDC MarketScape report.
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Powell: Fed to keep hiking rates until it controls inflation
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER
AP Economics Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chair Jerome Powell has underscored the Federal Reserve’s determination to keep raising interest rates until it has brought inflation under control. It’s a high-stakes effort that carries the risk of causing an eventual recession. The Fed’s increases in its benchmark short-term rate typically lead, in turn, to higher borrowing costs for consumers and businesses, including for mortgages, auto loans and credit cards. The economy usually slows as a result. Powell said at a Wall Street Journal conference that the Fed needs to see inflation coming down in a clear and convincing way. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/17/powell-fed-to-keep-hiking-rates-until-it-controls-inflation/ | 2022-05-17T21:25:11Z |
RESTON, Va., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, was selected by the Dominican Republic's Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to upgrade their security checkpoints. The airport will utilize Leidos' world-class technologies to keep passengers and staff safe while enhancing operational efficiencies and increasing passenger throughput.
"Leidos understands the importance of seamless travel from curb to gate," said Bradley Buswell, Senior Vice President for Leidos. "By utilizing our innovative capabilities, passengers will no longer need to remove electronics and liquids from carry-on bags, thus allowing greater efficiency and more time before boarding their flights."
Punta Cana is a popular Caribbean destination that hosts more than 4 million tourists annually. To meet strong projected growth over the coming years, airport officials identified the need for better security and greater efficiency.
"Tourism is vital for Punta Cana – we want travelers to have the most seamless and enjoyable experience when they visit, starting at our airport," said Alberto Smith, Director Operations Landside & Cargo for Punta Cana International Airport. "Working with Leidos will enable us to provide the most secure checkpoints with the highest passenger throughput at the lowest operational cost. This will assure our passengers can quickly get through security and onto their departing flights with minimal interruptions."
The planned upgrade will update all security lanes within the Punta Cana International Airport Terminal B checkpoint with the latest Leidos technology. These upgrades include the installation of the people scanner Pro:Vision® 2, ProPassage™, a fully configurable automated tray return system, as well as ClearScan™, an automated CT scanner for cabin baggage at each checkpoint. The airport already possesses Leidos' B220™, a desktop explosive trace detector. The Leidos Mosaic™ enterprise software solution will integrate the entire security ecosystem and connect with other elements of the airport operations.
Implementation is slated to start this summer with several lanes being fully upgraded by the end of the year. The remaining lanes will be completed in the first half of 2023. To learn more about Leidos security detection solutions, with more than 24,000 products deployed across 120 countries, please visit https://www.leidos.com/security-detection.
About Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company's 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.7 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
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‘Devastating’: Mass shootings obscure daily U.S. gun toll
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Cameron Taylor was watching an illegal street race that had attracted hundreds to an intersection in Portland, Oregon, but decided to leave as the crowd got increasingly unruly. Moments later, gunfire erupted, and Taylor was hit by a stray bullet as he and a friend headed to their car.
Police, who were overwhelmed with 911 calls about other shootings, couldn’t control multiple street takeovers in the city that night and had trouble finding the victims of three shootings that occurred during the chaos.
“His friend who was with him put him in the car and drove him out to get him to the hospital, but he was not able to make it and that friend called his parents” to say Taylor was dead, family friend Erin Russell told The Associated Press.
Taylor, 20, died Sunday the same day that four high-profile, public shooting rampages in Bend, Oregon, Phoenix, Detroit and Houston drew national headlines. His slaying went largely unnoticed amid the daily toll of gun violence that has come to define Portland and a number of other American cities since the pandemic.
Homicide rates appear to be dropping in some major U.S. cities, such as New York and Chicago, but in others killings are on the rise, particularly from guns. In Portland, the homicide rate surged 207% since 2019 and there have been more than 800 shootings so far this year. In Phoenix, police Chief Jeri Williams said this week the gun violence was the worst she’d seen in 33 years on the job.
“How many more officers have to be shot? How many more community members have to be killed before those in our community take a stand? This is not only a Phoenix police issue, this is a community issue,” she said after a weekend that tallied 17 shootings and 11 homicides citywide.
Now, police are on edge heading into Labor Day weekend, with its traditional end-of-summer festivities, and some are adding extra patrols as they brace for more potential violence.
In Portland, police busy with three killings and nine non-fatal shootings in 48 hours couldn’t control three illegal street races last weekend that attracted hundreds and shut down major intersections for hours. In Houston, the day after a gunman shot five neighbors, killing three, another man shot two sisters before killing himself.
In the past two weeks, authorities in Phoenix have confiscated 711 guns and made 525 gun-related arrests as part of a targeted crackdown. Nearly 90% of homicides there this year were by gun, police said. In Detroit, where a man is accused of shooting three people at random on city streets last weekend, authorities are also cracking down on gun violence in high-crime neighborhoods through Labor Day.
“Let’s stop talking about our inability to respond to crime in the community. Let’s stop advertising to criminals that they’re going to get away with it,” Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler said, using an expletive at a City Council meeting this week after police Chief Chuck Lovell once more asked for more officers.
“I think we should stop using the messaging at every turn, that the reason we can’t help our citizens with basic criminal justice issues is because we don’t have the personnel,” Wheeler said. “We’ve got to figure out better ways to address this crisis.”
Last weekend’s rampages — which included a heavily armed assailant who stormed a central Oregon supermarket, random shootings on Detroit streets and a Phoenix man who opened fire while wearing body armor — were shocking and scary, but they aren’t representative of the broader toll gun violence is taking on American society, experts said.
Victims killed in mass shootings make up about 1% of all those killed in gun homicides nationwide, despite headlines that instill fear in many Americans, said James Fox, a professor at Northeastern University who has created a database of mass killings stretching back to 2006 with The Associated Press and USA Today.
All four shootings last weekend didn’t even meet the database’s definition of a mass killing — four or more people, excluding the assailant, killed in a 24-hour period — but they nonetheless sowed fear because of the random nature of the violence, he added.
“Those don’t tend to make news. They don’t tend to scare people because people say, ‘Well, that’s not my family,” Fox said. “We have as many as 20,000 gun homicides a year, and most of those are one victim. Sometimes two, sometimes three, (but) rarely four or more.”
The pandemic and the social unrest it caused has also played a role. Eight million Americans became first-time gun owners between 2019 and 2021, said Jeffrey Butts, director of the research and evaluation center for the John Jay College of Criminal Justice at City University of New York.
“We already had 400 million guns in circulation. So when you bump that up and include a lot of first-timers in the population, you get accidents, you get precipitous behavior, you get people reacting to small insults and conflicts with their guns because they’re in their pocket now,” he said.
Meanwhile Taylor’s friends and family mourn his death in Portland.
The car aficionado and beloved big brother who loved barbecues and spending time with his family was “at the wrong place at the wrong time,” Russell said.
“He has a lot of friends and a lot of family who love him dearly, and this is a devastating loss.”
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NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for QNRX, BBBY, SAVA, EAR, and APRN.
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LOS ANGELES, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Follicular unit extraction (FUE) is the most advanced method of surgical hair restoration. Since FUE hair transplantation leaves a minimal scar footprint, it is favored over previous techniques that create unwanted linear scars. Hence, FUE is preferred by individuals desirous of wider hair grooming options, including close-cropped hair cuts. Currently, there is no standard method for predicting challenges in FUE hair transplantation and outcomes. One assumption is that FUE is very challenging to perform in curly or coily-haired patients, which leads to many curly-haired individuals, especially those of African descent, being inappropriately denied hair transplantation.
A New Scoring System Objectively Predicts Challenges in FUE
In a recent publication in Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, lead author Dr. Sanusi Umar of the Department of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles and Dr. U Hair and Skin Clinic, Manhattan Beach, California, and their colleagues present a new scoring system to predict challenges in FUE. The paper titled "A New Universal Follicular Unit Excision Classification System for Hair Transplantation Difficulty and Patient Outcome" describes a grading method called the "Sanusi FUE Scoring (SFS) Scale," which is influenced primarily by both the shape of the hair follicles and skin properties.
The Genesis of a Universal Scoring Scale for Hair Transplantation: An Odyssey through Human Evolution
According to Dr. Umar, "the notion that having curly hair always results in a complicated FUE surgery or failure is not true; In fact, FUE is easy to perform in many curly-haired patients. Conversely, some straight-to-wavy-haired individuals also present FUE challenges requiring specialized tools and skills to lessen the likelihood of surgery failure. Further, "This discrepancy is due to the varying combinations of hair and skin traits that influence the shape of the hair follicle and the extent to which the skin attaches to it. The large extent to which individual hair and skin traits have blended between human species owing to several millennia of migrations and admixing of genes has further complicated the issue. Even societies presently perceived as "homogeneous" result from the aggregation of several previously disparate phenotypic traits. Our FUE classification or scoring system accommodates this."
How Does the Sanusi FUE Scoring (SFS) Classification System Work?
The SFS FUE classification system uses "points" determined by the patient's hair type (straight, wavy, or curly/coiled) and skin type (medium, thin, or thick). The point total comprises the SFS score, grading the patient's overall challenges to FUE hair transplantation.
This SFS classification suggests that FUE hair transplantation challenges are determined by the combined effect of the patient's hair type and skin characteristics, including thickness, firmness or turgidity, and slipperiness. This suggests that hair transplantation will not be challenging for all patients of African descent or those with curly hair. Instead, hair transplant challenges are a nuanced subject not determined by racial, ethnic, or geographic stereotypes but by the objective assessment of individual skin and hair traits made complex by our social nature. Added Dr. Umar, "When we designed FUE technology with the understanding of this new paradigm, it resulted in an FUE device that is universally capable across all FUE scenarios in all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, hair and skin type or location."
With this new scoring system, hair transplantation challenges can accommodate for the diversity of human hair and skin types, an essential feature in evaluating outcomes.
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(The Hill) – Golfing legend Tiger Woods was openly critical of newly created LIV Golf and his fellow pro golfers’ decisions to leave the PGA Tour during a news conference Monday at the Open Championship.
“I disagree with it,” Woods said, according to ESPN. “I think that what they’ve done is they’ve turned their back on what has allowed them to get to this position.”
Woods, who is set to participate in his third golfing tournament after sustaining a serious leg injury in a single-vehicle accident in February 2021, added that the future is uncertain for players who left PGA Tour for LIV Golf to compete in major championships.
“Some of these players may not ever get a chance to play in major championships. That is a possibility. We don’t know that for sure yet. It’s up to all the major championship bodies to make that determination,” the 46-year-old golfer said at the news conference.
“But that is a possibility, that some players will never, ever get a chance to play in a major championship, never get a chance to experience this right here, walk down the fairways at Augusta National. That, to me, I just don’t understand it.”
The PGA Tour on Monday acknowledged the Department of Justice (DOJ) launching an investigation into the organization over allegations of anti-competitive behavior, as high-profile golfers such as Phil Mickelson, Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Patrick Reed, and Dustin Johnson left the tour to join the new golf league.
According to the PGA Tour’s bylaws, golfers aren’t allowed to participate in other golfing leagues unless they get permission from the tour’s commissioner. Some golfers initially signed required release forms to participate in LIV Golf’s inaugural tournament, but their requests were denied by the PGA Tour.
The PGA Tour has fined or banned golfers who have joined LIV Golf, which has also come under scrutiny for Suadi Arabia’s controversial record of human rights abuses.
Woods also said that he doesn’t believe the new startup golfing tournament will last long, noting the history of the PGA and European Tour has established over the decades, ESPN noted.
“I know what the PGA Tour stands for and what we have done and what the tour has given us, the ability to chase after our careers and to earn what we get and the trophies we have been able to play for and the history that has been a part of this game,” Woods said. | https://cw33.com/news/tiger-woods-knocks-golfers-joining-saudi-backed-tour/ | 2022-07-12T21:13:09Z |
BLUE BELL, Pa., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Columbus Organization, the nation's largest provider of care coordination services and a leading professional clinical staffing agency for individuals living with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) and complex health concerns, today announced their selection by the California Department of Developmental Services to provide expanded staffing for the Porterville Developmental Center. The Center, located in Bakersfield, California is one of four in the state dedicated to transitioning individuals back into the community rather than face institutionalization. Between now and June 30, 2023, The Columbus Organization will be staffing eight professionals in each of the following areas: psychiatric technicians, registered nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, and psychologists. Available positions can be accessed on the Columbus careers portal found at https://bit.ly/3p73eUz.
The Columbus Organization has a long history providing professional clinical staff in the state, and the newest contract is a testament to the strong reputation the organization has developed. Eric Miller, Vice President, Professional Clinical Staffing for Columbus, commented, "This is quite an opportunity for Columbus, and we are thrilled that this allows us to expand our service offerings in Bakersfield. We recognize that the Porterville Developmental Center does an incredible job helping individuals transition back to community settings, but there is a segment of individuals whose complex healthcare needs make that prospect difficult. As experts in healthcare for the IDD and complex care communities, we feel perfectly suited to bring the highest quality health professionals to the Center and make a significant impact on this unique population."
Hiring for the one-year contract will begin immediately.
For 38+ years, The Columbus Organization has been a national leader and pioneer in care coordination specifically for individuals living with intellectual/developmental disabilities, behavioral concerns, or complex care needs. Having served over 100,000 families, the company continues to be at the forefront of innovation, developing and implementing revolutionary outcomes-based models for early identification and holistic management of health risks among individuals with intellectual, developmental, behavioral, medical, and/or complex care needs. In addition to its team of almost 500 highly-experienced care coordinators, dedicated Quality Assurance division, and unparalleled national infrastructure, Columbus is also a recognized leader in clinical staffing and quality improvement services for organizations that serve the behavioral health community. The company delivers an unmatched depth of expertise, breadth of resources, diversity of thinking, and dedication to ensuring everyone can achieve their meaningful-life goals through transformative approaches to healthcare. For more, visit www.ColumbusOrg.com, follow @TheColumbusOrg on Twitter, like The Columbus Organization on Facebook, or follow The Columbus Organization on LinkedIn.
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Coalition of 32 state organizations supports responsible gun ownership, calls on voters and Senate to act
WASHINGTON, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To capture the groundswell of bipartisan support for responsible gun ownership, States United to Prevent Gun Violence (SUPGV) launched a public service campaign calling on voters to write to their Senators in support of responsible gun ownership. The campaign runs as legislators gear up for another vote on gun safety and in the lead up to the June 11 March For Our Lives events taking place in more than 450 communities across the country.
The campaign joins a growing chorus with a clear message; responsible Americans want responsible gun ownership laws. And while the majority of firearm owners are responsible, not all of them are. The time is now for the Senate to act in support of responsible gun ownership and vote YES on Background Checks to close the loophole on private gun sales, including online and at gun shows.
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"Over 90 percent of all the firearm deaths among children and adolescents in industrialized nations occur in this country. Every day that goes by is a missed opportunity to prevent another senseless death at the hands of an irresponsible gun owner. We are failing our citizens by allowing this crisis to continue," said Sonya Yee Coleman, SUPGV Board Chair. "It's time for the Senate to meet the moment and enact the life-saving legislation of background checks. The majority of American's agree asking a responsible adult to wait just 14 days to take possession of a firearm preserves Second Amendment rights and takes absolutely nothing away from responsible gun owners."
"Again, this uniquely American nightmare has played out here in Texas. We are heartsick for the 21 killed in Uvalde, the 23 killed in El Paso, the 10 killed in Santa Fe, the 26 killed in Sutherland Springs, and the countless others stolen by gun violence every day in our home state," said Nicole Golden, executive director, Texas Gun Sense, the Texas affiliate of States United to Prevent Gun Violence. "When we can no longer safely send our children to school or go to the grocery store, the hospital, a concert, or a movie theater without serious risk of physical harm or worse, we are no longer free. Texas is full of responsible gun owners, and I know they don't want this epidemic to continue. Please let senators Cornyn and Cruz know we urge them to help pass sensible background checks."
Voters across the country are encouraged to go to the States United website and send an email to both their U.S. Senators ahead of the next Senate vote, expected the week of June 13. Voters can also find state by state gun death data and sign up for the group's newsletter to stay informed on progress in the fight to reduce the number of firearm deaths in America.
The coalition's public service campaign has been produced and run by more than 40 creative and media partners across out of home, digital, video, print, and audio platforms. To date, these partners have collectively donated 50M+ impressions valued at more than $500,000 dollars.
Founded in 2000, States United to Prevent Gun Violence is a coalition of 32 independent state-based gun violence prevention organizations drawn together to communicate, share expertise, and gain traction as a community in a common cause. In 2010, States United merged with Freedom States Alliance, a non-profit assembly of Midwest state organizations, to form a States United to Prevent Gun Violence 501(c)(3) non-profit. Learn more at www.supgv.org.
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Through its Partnership with TerraCycle®, the Company's Don Francisco's® Coffee and Café La Llave™ Espresso brands have diverted over 1 million coffee bags and pods from landfills
LOS ANGELES, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- F. Gaviña & Sons, Inc., makers of Don Francisco's ® Coffee and Café La Llave™ Espresso, today announced that just two years into its partnership with international recycling company TerraCycle they have reached a recycling milestone, having diverted over 1 million coffee bags and pods from landfills and more than $25,000 has been raised for charities.
The company's partnership with TerraCycle is part of a zero-waste-to-landfill initiative aimed at providing consumers a free and easy way to recycle Don Francisco's and Café La Llave coffee pods, espresso capsules, and bags.
"As a family company, we are committed to great coffee from seed to cup and sustainability plays a big role in that," said Lisette Gaviña Lopez, Managing Director at F. Gaviña & Sons, Inc. "We've operated a zero waste to landfill plant for years and are always innovating to meet the changing needs and preferences of our customers, while looking for new ways to minimize environmental impact - our partnership with TerraCycle is an important part of these efforts."
Through the Coffee Bag and Pod Free Recycling Program consumers can recycle packaging from two F. Gaviña & Sons, Inc. brands, Don Francisco's Coffee and Café La Llave espresso which includes:
- Don Francisco's Coffee Single Serve Coffee Pods
- Don Francisco's Espresso Aluminum Capsules
- Don Francisco's Whole Bean and Ground Coffee Bags
- Café La Llave Espresso Style Single Serve Coffee Pods
- Café La Llave Espresso Aluminum Capsules
Consumers can recycle bags and pods in four easy steps. To participate, register for the Coffee Bag and Pod Free Recycling Program at terracycle.com/gavina, collect your used bags and pods, print prepaid shipping labels, and mail in eligible items directly to TerraCycle for recycling. Once received, the coffee pods, capsule packaging and coffee bags are cleaned and separated by material type for melting and remolding by reprocessing companies that make new products out of the recycled material while the residual coffee is sent to an industrial composting facility. The Coffee Bag and Pod Recycling Program also gives participants the opportunity to donate to select charitable institutions based on points earned for recycling.
"The Coffee Pod Recycling Program offers coffee connoisseurs the opportunity to conveniently enjoy their favorite brews, minus the guilt over the waste generated from the single serve pods and capsules," said TerraCycle CEO and Founder, Tom Szaky. "Reaching this recycling milestone reinforces the fact that consumers are eager to make the world, and particularly the coffee industry, greener."
As LA's Own Roaster, F. Gaviña & Sons, Inc. is also committed to a greener footprint for its hometown. This is why Don Francisco's Coffee has also partnered with "Heal The Bay" for their "Nothin' But Sand" Beach Cleanup on Saturday, April 16th at Santa Monica Beach. Don Francisco's Coffee is proud to join forces with the organization to keep volunteers energized with complimentary coffee during the event. For more information on Heal The Bay, visit www.healthebay.org.
"We are in this together with our consumers and community and are truly thankful and excited that many have joined our community efforts and are taking advantage of our recycling program. We all have a small part in keeping our planet healthy," added Gaviña Lopez.
For more information about the company's Direct Impact™ sustainability initiative, and Coffee Bag and Pod Recycling Program, please visit www.donfranciscos.com. To sign up and join the free recycling program, visit www.terracycle.com.
For more information on Don Francisco's Coffee and Café La Llave brands, follow @donfranciscos and @cafelallave on Facebook and Instagram or visit www.donfranciscos.com. For more on the parent company F. Gaviña & Sons, Inc. and its sustainability efforts, visit www.gavina.com.
Established in Vernon, California in 1967, F. Gaviña & Sons, Inc. is one of the largest family-owned coffee companies in America and the nation's largest privately held minority-owned coffee roaster. The family's unmatched coffee experience, as coffee growers and roasters, dates back 150 years to the family's humble beginnings in the rich coffee-bearing soil of Cuba and has paved the way for a strong presence in wholesale and retail accounts across the country. The company makes the highest-quality, family-crafted coffee®, including flagship premium brand Don Francisco's Coffee, as well as its popular Latin-style espresso Café La Llave. The Don Francisco's Coffee Family Reserve line includes a wide array of coffees and roast styles made for a variety of brewing methods, including pods and espresso capsules. The Café La Llave brand, also available in pods and espresso capsules, is a favorite among espresso drinkers who enjoy a dark-roasted and intensely aromatic, rich, strong Latin-style espresso.
F. Gaviña & Sons, Inc. is currently one of the only coffee companies roasting and packing its Nespresso®-compatible capsules in the U.S. at their Zero Waste to Landfill plant in California.
TerraCycle is an innovative waste management company with a mission to eliminate the idea of waste. Operating in 21 countries, TerraCycle partners with leading consumer product companies, retailers and cities to recycle products and packages, from dirty diapers to cigarette butts, that would otherwise end up being landfilled or incinerated. In addition, TerraCycle works with its partners to integrate hard to recycle waste streams, such as ocean plastic, into their products and packaging. Its reuse platform Loop gives consumers a way to shop for their favorite brands in durable, reusable packaging. TerraCycle has won over 200 awards for sustainability and was named #10 in Fortune magazine's list of 52 companies Changing the World. To learn more about TerraCycle or get involved in its recycling programs, please visit www.terracycle.com.
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ARLINGTON, Va., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) proudly announces the publication of its recently revised "Clinician's Guide to Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis". The Clinician's Guide offers concise recommendations regarding prevention, risk assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men aged 50 years and older.
BHOF, formerly the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), first published the Clinician's Guide in 1999 with updates made in 2014 to provide accurate information on osteoporosis prevention and treatment. This year, a panel of bone health experts published this updated Clinician's Guide which highlights the latest research and improvements in diagnostic technologies, and treatments. BHOF's goal is to offer useful and accurate recommendations for healthcare providers to utilize when detecting, diagnosing, and treating this debilitating disease. Yet, despite many current advances, a treatment gap continues to persist in patient care of osteoporosis.
Approximately 54 million Americans have low bone mass or osteoporosis, which increases their risk of fractures," said Meryl LeBoff, MD, lead author of the updated Clinician's Guide and former BHOF Trustee. "The newly released Clinician's Guide is for healthcare professionals. It provides clinical guidance on how to prevent and treat osteoporosis and broken bones, summarizes the latest research and provides practical approaches to care of women and men with osteoporosis."
It is important for healthcare providers and patients to better understand osteoporosis, referred to as a "silent disease", which is often not diagnosed until a fracture occurs. There is a very high incidence of osteoporotic fractures nationwide, which impacts both the medical and personal burden on patients – especially older individuals. In addition, bone fractures have extremely high associated medical costs. The Clinician's Guide includes the positive findings that even after the first fracture has occurred, there are successful medical treatments to lower the risk of further fractures and disability. Prevention, detection, and treatment of osteoporosis should be routine practice in all adult healthcare settings.
Established in 1984, the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation is the nation's leading health organization dedicated to promoting strong bones for life, preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, and reducing human suffering through programs of awareness, education, advocacy, and research. For more information on the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, visit http://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org
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New PSA from Wasabi Technologies aims to help cybersecurity training resonate with a playful and supportive approach to ransomware traps
BOSTON, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wasabi Technologies, the hot cloud storage company, today launched a new security themed digital campaign, #ThinkBeforeYouClick, featuring IT Hero 'Nate' to warn about the dangers of ransomware. #ThinkBeforeYouClick marks the third installment in Wasabi's 'Nate' series, with Wasabi once again teaming with viral content creator Penn Holderness of The Holderness Family, along with Holderness Family Productions and digital marketing firm Walk West, to urge people to remain vigilant in the face of ransomware traps, using a playful and supportive multi-pronged concept.
The cornerstone of the campaign is Nate's latest music video, the "Ballad of Ransomware," in which he educates the public about common ransomware pitfalls like "clicking on something stupid," not updating passwords, falling for African prince email scams, or anything online that "seems too good to be true." Nate's signature style is used to break through the monotony of typical cybersecurity training that still has not helped slow down the number of ransomware attacks faced today. According to The Long Road Ahead to Ransomware Preparedness, a new Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) survey of IT and cybersecurity professionals, 79% of respondent organizations reported having experienced a ransomware attack within the last year.
"Cybercriminals extort millions of dollars every year through ransomware with no signs of slowing down. Any person with a computer is at risk for an attack, and that leaves businesses vulnerable every day. We need to find a more relevant way to communicate the danger of cybercriminals with employees at all types of organizations," said Julie Barry, Vice President of Global Brand and Communications, Wasabi Technologies. "Through Nate's voice and his fresh approach, we want IT teams to know that Wasabi has their backs. We don't just offer immutable cloud storage, but also educational resources that support their teams in the mission to combat ransomware in their organizations."
"Data is without a doubt a company's most valuable asset, and protecting that data from ransomware is a top priority for me and my team," said Kyle Burnette, Director of IT Infrastructure & Security, BrightStar Care. "What I love so much about Wasabi's #ThinkBeforeYouClick campaign is that it calls out the everyday cyber tricks in a funny, relatable way that holds people's attention and reminds them to think twice about their online interactions."
It's clear that ransomware is not a matter of if, but when. Protect yourself with proven security best practices, including regular ransomware awareness training and a robust backup and recovery strategy with immutable cloud storage. For more resources, visit wasabi.com/thinkbeforeyouclick and wasabi.com/ransomware.
Wasabi provides simple, predictable and affordable hot cloud storage for businesses all over the world. It enables organizations to store and instantly access an unlimited amount of data at 1/5th the price of the competition with no complex tiers or unpredictable egress fees. Trusted by tens of thousands of customers worldwide, Wasabi has been recognized as one of technology's fastest-growing and most visionary companies. Created by Carbonite co-founders and cloud storage pioneers David Friend and Jeff Flowers, Wasabi has secured nearly $275 million in funding to date and is a privately held company based in Boston. Wasabi is a Proud Partner of the Boston Red Sox, and the Official Cloud Storage Partner of Liverpool Football Club and the Boston Bruins.
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NEW YORK (AP) — The NBA plans to keep its next All-Star Game in Salt Lake City, despite its opposition to Utah’s ban on transgender youth athletes playing on girls teams.
The Utah Jazz are set to host the event next February but there was speculation the NBA could take it away because of what the team called “discriminatory legislation.”
But Commissioner Adam Silver said Wednesday the event will stay put as planned.
“There was no discussion over the past two days about moving the All-Star Game from Salt Lake City, and we do not anticipate moving the game,” Silver said.
The NBA pulled the 2017 All-Star Game out of Charlotte because of its opposition to a North Carolina law known as HB2 that limited anti-discrimination protections for lesbian, gay and transgender people. The game was played in New Orleans before the league returned to Charlotte in 2019.
Silver said the circumstances are different this time, adding that the league didn’t want to be in a position where it risked having to keep moving its events as similar laws were becoming more common. When Utah’s GOP lawmakers pushed through their ban last month, it joined 11 other states with similar legislation.
“In the case of HB2 in North Carolina, I think it was our collective view, we working with the Hornets, that we could have an impact on that legislation,” Silver said. “I think in the case of what’s happening in Utah right now, that bill is established.
“At least our initial view, working with the Utah Jazz, is that we’re going to have to find a way to work in that environment and create an inclusive environment for our game, rather than take the position that we have somehow an independent ability to change the minds of the voters of Utah in this.”
Silver spoke after the league’s Board of Governors met in person over two days, which he said was the first time the full board did that in quite some time.
Other news included:
PLAY-IN TOURNAMENT
Now in its third season, the play-in tournament seems likely to return. Teams who finish in the Nos. 7-10 spots in each conference will play next week for the Nos. 7 and 8 seeds, and the league believes it has made the latter stages of the regular season more competitive with clubs either trying to get into it, or rise above it and qualify automatically in the top six spots.
“We’re pleased with it,” Silver said. “There may be a need to tweak it additionally. We’ll see how it goes this year, but I think it’s going to become a fixture in this league.”
PLAYERS PLAYING
Silver remains concerned about the need for top players to appear in more games, saying it’s something both the league and National Basketball Players Association need to address, perhaps by adding more incentives or trimming the 82-game schedule.
“I also have said in the past, if we have too many games, that’s something we should look at as well. It’s something, as we sit down and we’re looking at new media deals and looking at a new collective bargaining agreement, we will be studying,” Silver said.
“There wasn’t any banging of the table or anything like that. From my discussions with players, they recognize it’s an issue, too. The style of the game has changed in terms of the impact on their bodies. I think we’ve got to constantly assess and look at a marketplace going forward and say, what’s the best way to present our product and over how long a season?”
FOUL PLAYS
Silver said the Competition Committee is looking at what’s known as take fouls, where players commit an intentional foul sometimes in the middle of the court to prevent a fast break. He indicated a new rule could be coming, perhaps in July.
“But as we’re seeing sort of a pretty dramatic increase in take fouls, we don’t think it’s a great part of our game,” Silver said. “International basketball has another way of getting at it, but that is something that potentially we’d like to tweak.” | https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/silver-says-nba-plans-to-keep-next-all-star-game-in-utah/ | 2022-04-07T06:32:46Z |
Economist Impact survey of 2,000 business leaders, sponsored by Cognizant, shows key challenges include competing priorities, deriving value from technology investments, addressing a talent and skills gap, and sustaining action on ESG
- Approximately 90% of respondents cited competing strategic imperatives, including data-driven ways of working, digital business models, and aligning operations with these new ways to work.
- Over 60% of respondents are planning for or have already begun adopting advanced technology such as quantum computing, blockchain, and robotics. Yet nearly 50% claim they are not achieving significant value from existing technology investments.
- Nearly half of respondents, approximately 46%, recognize they lack the internal talent necessary to implement and utilize advanced technologies.
- An overwhelming nine out of 10 respondents recognize attention to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues is an essential aspect of being a modern business; only 35% are currently incorporating ESG into company strategy.
TEANECK, N.J., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Cognizant today introduced The Future-Ready Business Benchmark, research from Economist Impact, commissioned by Cognizant. This comprehensive survey of business leaders across eight industries and 10 countries is aimed at understanding the state of the modern business and how leaders are preparing for long-term success in a post-pandemic world. The research identifies three essential interrelated areas that leaders must prioritize to create a resilient, future-ready enterprise: 1) Realizing full value from accelerated technology adoption, 2) overhauling workforce strategies, and 3) closing the gap on thought and action in the face of growing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges.
"Resilience is the new must-have capability for every organization that expects to thrive in this time of intensifying competition, ever-accelerating digital technology, and unpredictable global events," said Euan Davis, Head of Cognizant Research. "To succeed as a modern business, leaders must be ready for anything, and prioritization is key when everything seems equally critical. We've shown that savvy technology investment, attention on developing talent with new and expanded skillsets, and embedding and acting on an ESG agenda are core elements of focus on which leaders can build. The successful CxOs will build future-ready, resilient businesses by ensuring their organizations learn, adapt, and continually evolve."
Economist Impact surveyed 2,000 senior executives in 10 countries across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific to assess and compare their businesses across a range of metrics.
Survey highlights include these insights:
- Strategic clarity is muddled. Over 90% of business leaders surveyed say it is a strategic priority to adopt a data-driven approach and create a digital-first business model, with 37% citing both imperatives, along with the need to align operations with these new modes of working, as "business critical."
- Technology investment is accelerating beyond what has become the standard shopping list of cloud, advanced analytics, IoT and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) even while respondents say they are not yet realizing full value of existing investments. In addition to these foundational technologies, of which the vast majority of respondents, 80%, say they have adopted or plan to adopt, there is a growing appetite for an emerging set of technologies; over 60% of respondents say they plan to or are already adopting quantum computing, blockchain, and robotics.
- Workforce and talent management strategies need a major overhaul to prepare workers for new ways of work. Nearly half of respondents, at 46%, recognize they lack the skilled talent necessary to make productive use of advanced technologies. When asked about the biggest hurdles to implementing new processes, products, services and technologies over the last 12 months, the two most significant challenges were workforce-related: a lack of knowledgeable staff and a chronic lack of focus on preparing workers for the new ways of work. For example, just one-third, or 33%, of respondents are using data to identify and understand training needs and cultivate talent.
- Business resilience is at risk for companies that recognize ESG as a critical consideration but fail to take action to integrate ESG throughout the organization. Nine in 10 decision-makers, or 90%, recognize attending to ESG issues is an important aspect of being a modern business. However, there is a massive disconnect between recognition and action, with only 31% having dedicated staff and resources devoted to ESG, and only 35% incorporating ESG into company strategy. A slight majority, 54%, report setting and taking action on specific environmental targets, while only 44% currently measure social impact.
"Many businesses today are struggling to prepare for next month, let alone years from now," noted Vaibhav Sahgal, Principal at Economist Impact. "Firms genuinely embedding principles of future-readiness from our Future-Ready Business Benchmark into their operational realities will maintain and grow their competitive advantage. Our data validated the fact that it is particularly challenging to make progress on the matter when juggling a vast array of often competing priorities. Our guidance is to start where the gaps are most significant and dial up the focus on people; the benchmark offers tangible calls to action for businesses across countries and industries. A failure to embrace the volatility that is here to stay, and prioritize business plans and investments accordingly, puts your business at the risk of losing relevance."
Study Methodology
The Future-Ready Business Benchmark, research from Economist Impact, supported by Cognizant, examines the state of businesses today in light of the needs of tomorrow. It was developed through a rigorous process of research, expert consultations, data collection and analysis. The benchmark reflects a range of key considerations and measures of future-readiness for multi-national firms from 10 developed economies and eight industries, spanning the external environment, business preparedness factors and current performance, and focused on cross-cutting themes including firm fundamentals, talent, technology and innovative ability, and ESG.
Read more about what it takes to be a future-ready business here.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
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VIDEO: Bystanders step in to help police stop attempted bank robbery
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow/Gray News) - A witness captured video of the moment police and bystanders stepped in to stop a man who was allegedly trying to rob a bank.
Honolulu police said they responded to the Bank of Hawaii in Pearl City around 1:30 p.m. Thursday for an attempted robbery call.
Kylee Sili had stopped by the bank on her lunch break when she saw the man apparently going behind the counter and harassing the tellers.
When police arrived, customers in the bank helped the officers detain the man and try to wrestle him down.
“So we went over there, and the uncle really helped. He immediately went to go help the cops take the guy down. There was another guy too, like another civilian guy. They were trying to take him down,” Sili said.
“The suspect was giving them a hard time, I don’t know what he was doing, what he was trying to do, trying to run.”
HNN has reached out to police for more information on the suspect and his charges.
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MILWAUKEE, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Briggs & Stratton is pleased to announce the launch of its new Power Protect™ Non-Emergency 20kW1 and 26kW1 standby generators2 as the latest addition to its Power Protect line of standby home generators. The PPNE20 and PPNE26 models come with the same efficiency, durability and serviceability of current Power Protect models with the added benefit of being non-emergency certified. The non-emergency certification allows homeowners to partner with their utility or power cooperative on available demand response programs3.
Demand response programs are a mutually beneficial way for homeowners to partner with utility companies and cooperatives in reducing and preventing outages caused by overloaded power grids. With demand response, homeowners who select the PPNE20 or PPNE26 standby generator can rely on an alternate power source during high-demand periods, reducing the overall load on the utility's power grid.
"Demand for backup power and greater energy independence continues to grow due to increasing grid instability, severe weather events and the shift to spending more time in our homes," said Tom Rugg, senior vice president and president – Energy Solutions at Briggs & Stratton. "The new PPNE20 and PPNE26 standby generators put more power in the hands of homeowners to manage their energy consumption costs and ensure peace of mind even when the grid is experiencing outages. We anticipate more utility companies and energy cooperatives will add demand response programs, making the PPNE20 or PPNE26 a great investment for the future."
The PPNE20 and PPNE26 can be used in off-grid applications where utility power is unavailable; making it possible for consumers to enjoy the comforts brought by reliable access to power at their cabins or remote retreat locations.
These new units are a part of Briggs & Stratton's comprehensive line of high-quality home generators ranging in power from 10kW to 26kW for residential use and up to 200kW for commercial applications. It is another addition to the growing range of energy solutions offered by Briggs & Stratton, which includes home generators and SimpliPhi® Power energy storage and management systems.
The PPNE20 and PPNE26 are powered by a VanguardⓇ commercial-grade engine along with a high output alternator and Capacitive Discharge Ignition (CDI) coils that work together to provide the most power available on the market. The new units also allow for easier, streamlined routine maintenance with tool-less entry to all major components and back panel two screw removal. As on the 26kW, the internal components have an improved layout and are protected by a durable aluminum enclosure certified to withstand hurricane-force winds up to186mph.
Like the 12kW, 17kW, 20kW and 26kW predecessors, the PPNE20 and PPNE26 can be connected with an updated InfoHub™ system. The InfoHub collects in-depth data on performance and maintenance needs for enhanced generator management. It works in conjunction with the Briggs & Stratton® Service Diagnostic Tool, which simplifies service and troubleshooting.
About Briggs & Stratton
Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, SimpliPhi®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.
1 This generator is listed in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-14 (motors and generators).
2 This generator is certified for non-emergency use in conjunction with a power utility/cooperative demand response program. Not for sale in California.
3 Please contact your power utility/cooperative for details regarding available demand response programs. Programs may not be offered in all areas.
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UNCASVILLE, Conn., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, or MGE, will host a conference call regarding its second quarter fiscal 2022 operating results on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. (Eastern Daylight Time).
Those interested in participating in the call should dial as follows:
(866) 901-1124
(918) 922-6131 (International)
Conference ID: 2173977
Please call five minutes in advance to ensure that you are connected prior to the initiation of the call. Questions and answers will be reserved for call-in analysts and investors. Interested parties also may listen to a taped replay of the entire conference call commencing two hours after the call's completion on Thursday, May 12, 2022. This replay will run through May 26, 2022.
The access number for a taped replay of the conference call is as follows:
(855) 859-2056
(404) 537-3406 (International)
Conference ID: 2173977
About Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment
MGE is a master developer and operator of premier integrated entertainment resorts, including Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, Inspire in Incheon, South Korea and Niagara Casinos in Niagara, Canada. MGE is owner, developer, and/or manager of integrated entertainment resorts throughout the United States, including Connecticut, New Jersey, Washington, Pennsylvania, as well as Northern Asia, Niagara Falls, Canada and Las Vegas, Nevada. MGE is owner and operator of Connecticut Sun, a professional basketball team in the WNBA. For more information on MGE and our properties, visit www.mohegangaming.com.
Contact:
Carol K. Anderson
Chief Financial Officer
Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment
(860) 862-8000
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How major US stock indexes fared Thursday
The Associated Press
Stocks are ending higher on Wall Street Thursday as investors cheered a strong set of quarterly results from Macy’s and other retailers.
The S&P 500 rose and is solidly in the green for the week following a choppy few days of trading. The gains have positioned the benchmark index for its first weekly gain after seven straight losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and the Nasdaq rose.
The better-than-expected reports from retailers helped allay investors’ worries about the sector, which took big losses last week after Target and Walmart reported dismal results.
On Thursday:
The S&P 500 rose 79.11 points, or 2%, to 4,057.84.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 516.91 points, or 1.6%, to 32,637.19.
The Nasdaq rose 305.91 points, or 2.7%, to 11,740.65.
The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 39.07 points, or 2.2%, to 1,838.24.
For the week:
The S&P 500 is up 156.48 points, or 4%.
The Dow is up 1,375.29 points, or 4.4%.
The Nasdaq is up 386.03 points, or 3.4%.
The Russell 2000 is up 64.97 points, or 3.7%.
For the year:
The S&P 500 is down 708.34 points, or 14.9%.
The Dow is down 3,701.11 points, or 10.2%.
The Nasdaq is down 3,904.32 points, or 25%.
The Russell 2000 is down 407.08 points, or 18.1%. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/26/how-major-us-stock-indexes-fared-thursday-41/ | 2022-05-26T22:53:45Z |
MEQUON, Wis., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Medicardia Health (MediCardia) has announced the beta-release of it's mobile patient record, a novel mobile application that is continuously connected to sources of health records and personal data, for patients to access, view and share with anyone, anytime, anywhere.
"Since inception, MediCardia's long-term mission has been to put the power of health information into the hands of the people," said CEO, Indrajit Choudhuri, MD. "We started by developing the user interface that creates the clinical context for this information and a robust interoperability backbone that streamlines connectivity with EMRs and billing engines. We're completing development on our intelligence embedded care-engine based on societal guidelines, payer care gaps, and value-based care performance measures to drive the most important clinical KPI, quality. The power of this intelligence will first drive the MediCardia remote monitoring platform, Virtuas, already launched and in market with a semiautonomous agent that works with care providers to deliver best care and promote adherence. Now the final stage of our technology journey is to put the power of this technology and health information into the hands of patients and consumers," said Dr. Choudhuri.
MediCardia intends to showcase their technology in San Diego, CA September 8-10, 2022, at the HRX cardiovascular digital health conference that brings together innovators to transform patient care. "As a cardiac electrophysiologist and electrical engineer, we are excited to be attending HRX to meet with clinicians and scientists. Our primary focus is to identify individuals and organizations who are ready to act – sitting on the sidelines is not how we introduce innovation and bring about change. Our patients deserve change agents and that should be the responsibilities of all healthcare providers and I believe HRX will bring such forward-thinking people together" commented Dr. Choudhuri in a recent discussion. MediCardia is booking appointments for 1:1 and group presentations via emailed requests at this time.
MediCardia Health is constantly enhancing and evolving their smart digital medicine platform, to drive digital transformation in Cardiology and across healthcare. MediCardia aims to learn from and partner with practices, organizations, and networks dedicated to embracing the global digitalization of healthcare and leverage one of its greatest benefits – the adoption of virtual care – as a paradigm shift on the journey to value-based care.
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EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France (AP) — Brooke Henderson stood over a birdie putt from three feet at the 18th green, a three-shot lead going into the final round of the Evian Championship seemingly at her mercy.
For the first time on Saturday — maybe all week, given her dominance of the fourth women’s major of the year — her putting stroke let her down.
Henderson missed it left, to gasps from spectators around the green at Evian Resort Golf Club. The Canadian couldn’t believe it. Probably those hoping to chase her down on Sunday, too.
Seeking her second major title after the Women’s PGA Championship in 2016, Henderson had to settle for a 3-under 68 in the third round and a two-shot lead on 17-under par — two off the 54-hole record for the tournament.
She is still in a position of strength after opening with two straight 64s, but that missed putt at No. 18 might prove costly.
The closest challengers to Henderson are a former No. 1 and a player breaking new personal ground at a major.
So Yeon Ryu, a two-time major winner from South Korea, shot 65 after three birdies on her last four holes and was alone in second place. The top-ranked player in 2017, when she won the ANA Inspiration for her second major, she hasn’t been in contention this deep into one of women’s golf’s biggest five tournaments for three years.
Two strokes further back on 13 under was Sophia Schubert, ranked No. 283 and without a top-50 finish in a major. The American birdied her last four holes for a 66 and was in new territory alone in third place in just her fifth appearance in a major.
Olympic champion Nelly Korda started the third round in second place, three strokes behind Henderson, but could shoot only even-par 71 — the worst score of the current top 20 on a warm and still day when only a few tough pin placements kept very low scores off cards.
Korda was on 11 under overall, six shots off the lead and in a five-way tie for sixth with, among others, top-ranked Jin Young Ko (67).
Above them in a tie for fourth place, five behind Henderson, were Carlota Ciganda (67) and Sei Young Kim (68).
If the end to the 2021 tournament is anything to go by, there’s plenty to play for on Sunday.
Minjee Lee made up a seven-shot deficit to third-round leader Lee Jeong-eun in the final round last year and beat her in a playoff.
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More AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/brooke-henderson-takes-2-shot-lead-into-final-round-of-evian/ | 2022-07-24T12:30:56Z |
Leading premium blender brand chooses functional, seasonal and accessible ingredients; shares pro tips for perfect smoothie results any day of the year
CLEVELAND, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National Smoothie Day is Tuesday, June 21, and Vitamix® is celebrating with its first-ever Smoothie of the Year. Now in its 101st year, Vitamix helped pioneer the smoothie trend decades ago with its blenders' unparalleled engineering and ability to process straight-from-the-freezer or whole-food ingredients.
For the 2022 Smoothie of the Year, Vitamix culinary experts created an Almond Yogurt, Peach and Banana Smoothie, a blend that includes seasonal and easy-to-find fruit combined with nutrient-packed, flavor-forward ingredients like turmeric and ginger.
"Vitamix celebrates smoothies every day as a brand that's led the industry in premium performance, durability and precision for 100 years. Launching our Smoothie of the Year is a fun way to capture what's trending in this moment when it comes to whole-food eating, healthy recipes and exciting flavors," said Steve Laserson, CEO of Vitamix.
According to Mintel, since 2021, consumers are "looking for even more complexity, diversity, nutrition and functionality from 'simple' fruit smoothies." Utilizing accessible fruit options in smoothies has become increasingly important in the face of supply chain issues and inflation. Smoothies also remain a fantastic way to eat whole, nutritious foods in one meal without going to a restaurant. That's why Vitamix designed the Almond Yogurt, Peach and Banana Smoothie to hit all the marks:
- Peaches and bananas are both high in fiber and prebiotics, which boost digestion
- The blend offers 11 grams of protein, the top functional benefit consumers look for in smoothies
- Turmeric has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant components, improving cardiovascular health and helping to reduce joint pain
- Ginger is excellent for digestion and also very high in antioxidants
"At a time when prices on everyday goods are rising, we chose a smoothie that showcases simple, tasty, whole-food ingredients that can be found at most grocery stores," said Matt Dugan, executive chef at Vitamix. "We also loved that peaches are a seasonal ingredient available from local growers in many parts of the country. Shoppers can ask for 'seconds' to use slightly less perfect fruit that's ideal for blending, is often priced lower and helps to fight food waste."
Vitamix experts, from culinary pros to skilled engineers, have tips to optimize smoothie-making any day of the year. For example, placing heavier, frozen items on top of lighter ingredients helps weigh them down and gets the blend moving faster, reducing stalling. Chefs can share the right ingredient ratios and foolproof tips for improvising smoothie combinations with excellent taste and texture every time.
For more information, visit vitamix.com.
About Vitamix
The Vitamix family of companies, privately held and family-owned since 1921, is currently celebrating its 101st anniversary. Millions of people around the world employ Vitamix machines to prepare nutritious whole foods in their home kitchens and deliver exceptional and consistent results in their commercial kitchens. The company's commercial customer list reads like a Who's Who of major restaurant chains, and gourmet chefs say their Vitamix machines are as important to them as their knives. The company developed the first true commercial production-grade blender in the early 1990s, igniting the smoothie and frozen coffee movements, and has been named the Best in Class Overall beverage blender for nine consecutive years by readers of Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine. Vitamix continues to win awards for its products, culture and user experience and is found in more than 130 countries. The company is headquartered in Olmsted Township, Ohio, near Cleveland. For more information, please visit vitamix.com.
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June marks two major hits for awareness and support for the local ALS community.
WHEATON, Ill., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This June, two events helped gain attention for the fight to end ALS. On Thursday, June 2, Major League Baseball honored a baseball legend with the second annual Lou Gehrig Day nationwide. The Chicago Cubs honored members of the ALS community and spread crucial awareness about the disease. Saturday, June 4 marked a special day for local ALS advocates as they returned to Cantigny Park for the 18th annual Chicago Walk to Defeat ALS, presented by Constellation. After two years of walking from their own neighborhoods, the event returned to its in-person format for 2022. Teams raised awareness and funding to support local individuals and families battling the disease.
"Our teams and participants are part of our local 'ALS family,'" said Kendra Albers, Vice President of Development at the Chapter. "It's a family that no one asks to be in, but once you see the impact that ALS has on a person, you know that you have to be a part of this fight. Getting to see so many returning participants and new participants this year is an indescribable feeling. We are so grateful to everyone who came out and to everyone who walked from their own neighborhoods. They made today great."
Participants raised over $350,000 leading up to the event, with more donations expected throughout the month. The 2022 theme was "Sunflower Field of Dreams," a nod to both the Chapter's sunflower icon and the disease's special tie to baseball. At Cantigny, participants came together and walked a beautiful two-mile course throughout the grounds of the park, enjoying the art and gardens. Thanks to the event's generous sponsors for making the day a success, including Constellation, RSI, and Holtec.
Continue the momentum this month by attending a White Sox game or hosting your own Mini-Walk to Defeat ALS. The Chicago White Sox will be holding their own Lou Gehrig Day on Sunday, June 26. Purchase tickets at www.fevo.me/alschicago for a portion of the proceeds to be donated to the Chapter. Also, everyone is still welcome to donate and participate in a Mini-Walk to Defeat ALS on a day of your choosing this year. Every walker who raises $90 or more will receive an event t-shirt. The funds raised by the Walk support the ALS Association Greater Chicago Chapter in funding research, education, advocacy, and free care services for the hundreds of individuals and families battling ALS in our communities. Donate or register at web.alsa.org/chicagowalk or call 312-932-0000.
ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a devastating, fatal neuromuscular disease. Every 90 minutes, someone is diagnosed with ALS, and every 90 minutes someone loses their fight with ALS. For unknown reasons, military veterans are 2x as likely to be diagnosed with ALS. At this time, there is no known cure for the disease, and the life expectancy after diagnosis is typically 2-5 years.
The ALS Association is the largest national not-for-profit health organization dedicated solely to the fight against ALS. The Association leads the way in research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy — giving help and hope to those facing the disease. The Greater Chicago Chapter proudly serves individuals and families battling ALS in Northern IL, Central IL, and Chicagoland.
CONTACT:
Samantha Courter, Fundraising & Marketing Coordinator
The ALS Association Greater Chicago Chapter
312-932-0000 | samantha@alsachicago.org
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LONDON (AP) — In the latest Senate package targeted at stopping the coronavirus, U.S. lawmakers dropped nearly all funding for curbing the virus beyond American borders, a move many health experts slammed as dangerously short-sighted.
They warn the suspension of COVID-19 aid for poorer countries could ultimately allow the kind of unchecked transmission needed for the next worrisome variant to emerge and unravel much of the progress achieved so far.
The U.S. has been the biggest contributor to the global pandemic response, delivering more than 500 million vaccines, and the lack of funding will be a major setback. The money has paid for numerous interventions, including a mass vaccination campaign in the Cameroonian capital that saw hundreds of thousands of people get their first dose, as well as the construction of a COVID-19 care facility in South Africa and the donation of 1,000 ventilators to that country.
Other U.S.-funded vaccination campaigns in dozens of countries, including Uganda, Zambia, Ivory Coast and Mali, could also come to a grinding halt.
“Any stoppage of funds will affect us,” said Misaki Wayengera, a Ugandan official who heads a technical committee advising the government on the pandemic response. He said Uganda has leaned heavily on donor help — it received more than 11 million vaccines from the U.S. — and that any cuts “would make it very difficult for us to make ends meet.”
“This is a bit of a kick in the teeth to poor countries that were promised billions of vaccines and resources last year in grand pledges made by the G7 and the G20,” said Michael Head, a global health research fellow at Britain’s Southampton University.
“Given how badly we’ve failed on vaccine equity, it’s clear all of those promises have now been broken,” he said, adding that without concerted effort and money to fight COVID-19 in the coming months, the pandemic could persist for years.
While about 66% of the American population has been fully immunized against the coronavirus, fewer than 15% of people in poorer countries have received a single dose. Health officials working on COVID-19 vaccination in developing countries supported by the U.S. say they expect to see a reversal of progress once the funds disappear.
“Vaccination will stop or not even get started in some countries,” said Rachel Hall, executive director of U.S. government advocacy at the charity CARE. She cited estimates from USAID that the suspended funding would mean scrapping testing, treatment and health services for about 100 million people.
Although vaccines are more plentiful this year, many poorer countries have struggled to get shots into arms and hundreds of millions of donated vaccines have either expired, been returned or sat unused. To address those logistical hurdles, U.S. aid has financed critical services in countries across Africa, including the safe delivery of vaccines, training health workers and fighting vaccine misinformation.
For example, in November the U.S. Embassy in the Cameroonian capital set up a tent for mass vaccination: Within the first five days, more than 300,000 people received a dose. Those kinds of events will now be harder to conduct without American funds.
Hall also noted there would be consequences far beyond COVID-19, saying countries struggling with multiple disease outbreaks, like Congo and Mali, would face difficult choices.
“They will have to choose between fighting Ebola, malaria, polio, COVID and more,” she said.
Jeff Zients, the outgoing leader of the White House COVID-19 task force, expressed regret the legislation doesn’t include resources for the international pandemic fight, noting that would also compromise efforts to track the virus’ genetic evolution.
“It is a real disappointment that there’s no global funding in this bill,” he said. “This virus knows no borders, and it’s in our national interest to vaccinate the world and protect against possible new variants.”
Still, Zients announced the U.S. would be the first to donate “tens of millions” of doses for children to poorer countries and said more than 20 nations had already requested the shots.
J. Stephen Morrison, director of the Global Health Policy Center at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, lamented that lawmakers were erring on the side of optimism about the pandemic precisely when another surge might be arriving.
“We’ve made that mistake several times in this pandemic. And we may be making that mistake again,” he said. In recent weeks, COVID-19 cases caused by the hugely infectious omicron subvariant BA.2 have surged across Europe, and American officials say they expect a U.S. spikesoon.
Other experts worried the suspension of U.S. global support for COVID-19 might prompt officials to drop current vaccination goals. The World Health Organization had set a target of immunizing at least 70% of people in all countries by the middle of this year, but with nearly 50 countries vaccinating fewer than 20% of their populations, hitting that target is highly unlikely.
Instead, some organizations like the Rockefeller Foundation have pushed for officials to “refocus vaccination goals away from vaccinating 70% of all adults by summer to vaccinating 90% of those most at-risk in each country,” in what some critics say is an implicit acknowledgment of the world’s repeated failures to share vaccines fairly. Others point out there shouldn’t be competing vaccine targets and that health authorities simply need to do more, rather than adjusting global goals.
In Nigeria, which has so far received at least $143 million in COVID-19 aid from the U.S, authorities dismissed suggestions their coronavirus programs would suffer as a result of lost funding. The Nigerian president’s office said help from the U.S. was mostly “in kind” via capacity building, research support and donations of laboratory equipment and vaccines. “We are confident that this will not cause any disruption of our current programs,” it said.
However, others warned the U.S. decision set an unfortunate precedent for global cooperation to end the pandemic at a time when fresh concerns like the Ukraine war are drawing more attention.
U.S. President Joe Biden originally planned to convene a virtual summit in the first quarter of this year to keep international efforts on track, but no event has been scheduled.
“In light of the ongoing war in Ukraine, we don’t yet have a final date for the summit, but we are working closely with countries and international partners to advance commitments,” said a senior Biden administration official who was not authorized to comment publicly.
As of this month, WHO said it had gotten only $1.8 billion of the $16.8 billion needed from donors to speed access to coronavirus vaccines, medicines and diagnostics.
“Nobody else is stepping up to fill the void at the moment and the U.S. decision to suspend funding may lead other donor countries to act similarly,” said Dr. Krishna Udayakumar, director of Duke University’s Global Health Innovation Center.
Keri Althoff, an epidemiologist at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, described the U.S. suspension of funding as “devastating.”
“How could this possibly be what we’re debating right now?” she asked. “It’s a moral obligation to the rest of the world to continue to contribute to this global pandemic response, not only to protect ourselves but to protect people from around the world.”
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Megerian reported from Washington. AP writers Rodney Muhumuza in Kampala, Uganda; Mogomotsi Magome and Andrew Meldrum in Johannesburg, and Chinedu Asadu in Lagos, Nigeria, contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/experts-say-us-suspension-of-covid-aid-will-prolong-pandemic/ | 2022-04-07T23:51:03Z |
New plug-and-play systems for EV battery and power electronics thermal management draws on the company's 100-year legacy and integrates easily into a wide range of vehicles for land, marine, and aviation as well as stationary applications.
RACINE, Wis., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To improve commercial electric vehicle (EV) performance, range, battery life, and safety, Modine Manufacturing Company (NYSE: MOD), a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, today announced the general availability of its suite of EVantage™ Thermal Management Systems for commercial EV chassis. Leveraging more than 100 years of thermal expertise, Modine produces complete EV thermal management systems that regulate battery, traction motor, and power electronics temperatures within optimal ranges under all operating conditions and is customizable for any size chassis. The first two EVantage Thermal Management Systems introduced today include:
- The EVantage Battery Thermal Management System (BTMS) gives customers full control of battery temperature in all environments, from hot summer afternoons to icy winter mornings. With multi-stage cooling and heating, the EVantage BTMS optimizes the temperature range for an entire bank of batteries with a single unit while minimizing power draw.
- The EVantage Electronics Cooling Package (ECP) keeps the traction motor and power electronics cool for all loads. This complete solution is designed to maintain optimal fluid temperatures for the traction motor and power electronics circuits utilizing multi-zone cooling. EVantage ECPs are designed to specification, with small to large fan arrays that operate only when required to minimize power draw.
With the new EVantage BTMS and ECP, Modine provides a complete thermal solution to its commercial, specialty, and purpose-built EV customers, allowing their customers to focus their own engineering resources on other value-add activities. By combining Modine's state-of-the-art, proprietary heat exchanger technology and tailored smart electronic products, the EVantage suite maximizes cooling while minimizing power draw in a compact form factor. By managing thermal conditions during charging and vehicle operation, the thermal solutions improve commercial EV performance, longevity, and safety. With a proprietary design to minimize power draw during heating and cooling operations, the EVantage suite also extends the range of commercial EVs. The EVantage Thermal Management Systems are designed to operate as complete, plug-and-play systems, controlled through Controller Area Network (CAN) bus communications, and include a pre-programmed master controller for automated operation.
"Since our first radiator system for the Model T in 1927, Modine has pioneered heat transfer technology in the transportation industry. As the commercial vehicle market switches to electrification, Modine is once again at the forefront of improving performance and safety while increasing vehicle lifespan and range," said Gina Bonini, Vice President and General Manager, Advanced Thermal Systems at Modine. "By addressing our customers' ever-evolving heat load and environmental requirements, the EVantage solutions deliver the best possible performance for batteries and power electronics while ensuring safer commercial EVs through intelligent management of thermals during charging and vehicle operation."
Modine thermal management products are especially suited for zero-emission transit-, coach- and school buses, specialty vehicles, and trucks, including vans used in last-mile delivery. Customers have the option to choose between standard systems or custom-designed solutions that fit specific cooling needs and space constraints. Modine's systems are manufactured, tested, and designed to withstand harsh environments and are ruggedized for high vibration uses. Modine leverages its state-of-the-art facilities and decades of motor vehicle component testing experience to ensure that customers can have confidence in the performance and longevity of Modine products.
Modine is in production on several customer programs today, with additional programs launching over the next 12 months and in active development discussions on more than 75 customer programs. To find out more about how Modine can shorten commercial and specialty EV design and development cycles, please visit www.ModineEV.com.
About Modine
Modine, with fiscal 2021 revenues of $1.8 billion, specializes in thermal management systems and components, bringing highly engineered heating and cooling components, original equipment products, and systems to diversified global markets. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (USA), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sean Kevelighan, CEO, Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I), is moderating a panel featuring four industry experts on Thursday, Sept. 22, as part of the InsureTech Connect 2022 conference.
The panelists, who will discuss Solving for the World's #1 Climate Risk—Flood, are convening from 2:55 to 3:30 p.m., PDT, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. The session is being held in the venue's North Convention Center, Islander Ballroom, Room E.
"Floods are the number one natural catastrophe affecting people in this ever-increasing world of climate risk," Kevelighan stated. "Yet floods also are the most uninsured natural catastrophes. Decades ago, floods were unpredictable and private insurance options were often unattainable, leaving governments to present risk transfer solutions. That is no longer the case. Innovation is a primary reason for this."
The four panelists joining Kevelighan on Thursday, Sept. 22, in alphabetical order, are:
- Christina Colby, Chief Customer Officer, Guidewire
- Seth Rachlin, Global Insurance Industry Leader, Capgemini
- Adam Rimmer Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, FloodFlash
- Raghuveer Vinukollu, Senior Vice President, Climate Resilience and Solutions Lead, Munich Reinsurance America
"The panel will discuss how innovation, along with public-private partnerships, can play a key role in mitigating flood risks," Kevelighan concluded. "Given the extraordinary flooding we've seen this year in Australia, Pakistan, and South Africa, as well as U.S. states such as Kentucky and Missouri, protecting life and property from this natural catastrophe is one of the world's most pressing public policy issues."
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What Yemen’s first nationwide truce in 6 years means for the world’s worst humanitarian crisis
By Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN
Yemen’s warring parties have agreed to a nationwide truce for the first time since 2016. Meant to last for two months but eligible for renewal, it is the most significant step towards ending the hostilities since the war began seven years ago, and a win for United Nations and United States mediators who for the past year have been trying to engineer a permanent peace deal.
The truce, agreed late last week, is meant to halt all military operations in Yemen and across its borders. It will also allow fuel imports into rebel-held areas, as well as allow certain flights to operate from Sana’a airport, according to the UN envoy.
The Yemen war has been described as the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. Seen as a proxy war between Saudi Arabia and Iran, the conflict is fought between a Saudi-led military coalition and the Houthi rebel group, which is backed by Tehran. Both countries have welcomed the ceasefire.
“I think it’s very interesting that you have both of these countries, who have struggled in their own relationship, both welcoming this important development,” US special envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking told CNN’s Becky Anderson on Tuesday, adding that Iran’s support for the truce gives it an opportunity to follow through with efforts to deescalate regional conflicts.
“My hope is that with the steps of the last couple of days, we’re turning a corner,” he said.
CNN spoke to Peter Salisbury, senior Yemen analyst at International Crisis Group, about what the latest truce means for the war.
How different is this truce from previous ones?
The main difference with previous ceasefires is that it is time-bound — it is scheduled to last two months — and is not yet tied to a broader initiative beyond limited aims of letting fuel ships into Hodeidah port, reopening Sana’a airport to a small number of flights, and initiating talks over road access to the besieged city of Taiz.
How long have the other ceasefires lasted? What is the likelihood this one will?
This is the first nationwide truce since the period around peace talks in Kuwait in 2016. The Houthis and the Saudis directly oversaw a de-escalation of fighting in 2019. And of course, the UN negotiated a ceasefire around Hodeidah city in 2018.
The best-case scenario for the truce (which it should be noted is an informal and effectively self-policing agreement, unlike the Hodeidah ceasefire, which was at least partially monitored by the UN) is that it leads to the kind of holding pattern we saw around Hodeidah: sporadic fighting, shelling, and airstrikes, but nothing the parties consider a total violation, and significant shift in territorial control.
What do you make of the timing, as it is so close to the Iran deal?
There is of course going to be a lot of speculation about ties to the Iran deal, but I am yet to see any clear-cut evidence of links between the two. In reality, shifts in the internal conflict and the cross-border war between the Houthis and the Saudis — which saw the Houthis attack the UAE with missiles and drones in January and February — seem to have played the bigger role. UAE-aligned forces took back territory from the Houthis in January and significantly complicated their efforts to take Marib city and governorate by force. The Houthis responded with a fresh wave of attacks on Saudi Arabia and the UAE. For the time being at least, it’s clear that the status quo doesn’t work to the Houthis’ or the Saudis’ benefit, so they might as well give a truce a shot.
Where does this leave the internationally recognized government?
Given the Gulf-led talks going on in Riyadh, I think this is a broader question. The Saudis, with Gulf support, appear to be working to recalibrate the makeup of the [President Abdu Rabu Mansour] Hadi government to include a much wider array of factions. That would dilute Hadi’s role and influence in politics. The truce creates more space for this to happen and was allegedly pushed on the government by the Saudis. So, I suspect Hadi is not happy.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity
Other top Middle East news
Israeli minister calls Bucha killings in Ukraine ‘war crimes’
In the country’s strongest denunciation yet of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Israel’s foreign minister Yair Lapid described the killings in Bucha, on the outskirts of Kyiv, as “war crimes.”
- Background: Images released this weekend show civilian bodies strewn across a street following the withdrawal of Russian forces from Bucha. Residents said they believe at least 150 people are buried there.
- Why it matters: Lapid’s comments were in marked contrast to those of Israel’s prime minister Naftali Bennett. While Bennett also condemned the killings, he didn’t blame Russia. Israel, one of the few countries that maintains good relations with both Moscow and Kyiv, is wary of upsetting Russia, whose blessing it needs to carry out strikes on Iranian-linked targets in Syria.
Israel’s coalition government loses majority
Israel’s government was dealt a major blow on Wednesday when coalition chairwoman Idit Silman resigned, depriving the government of its majority. She called for a right-wing government to be formed instead.
- Background: Silman’s resignation, a step she said she took on ideological grounds, left Bennett in control of 60 of the 120 seats in the Knesset.
- Why it matters: Yohanan Plesner, president of the Israel Democracy Institute, says the government may fall if there is majority support for the dissolution of the Knesset – which is in recess until May 8th – or if there is a majority in parliament in favor of an alternative to the current coalition.
Turkey and US work toward mending strained relations
Turkey and the United States on Monday announced the culmination of months of talks to set up a procedure for improving their strained ties, eyeing cooperation in the areas of economy and defense. Ministerial discussions will follow.
- Background: Ties between Ankara and Washington have been strained due to issues such as Turkey’s acquisition of missiles from Russia, as well as different polices regarding Libya and Syria. In December 2020, the US sanctioned the Turkish defense industry after Ankara purchased S-400 missile defense systems from Russia and expelled it later from its F-35 fighter jet program.
- Why it matters: The war in Ukraine has led to talks over ways to cooperate, as Turkey shares a border with Ukraine and Russia in the Black Sea, and has maintained good ties with both states. Turkey has been acting as a mediator in talks aimed at ending the conflict, rising as an important interlocutor between both Russia and the West.
Around the region
Egypt is airing its third season of the Ramadan series “The Choice,” a re-enactment of the state’s narrative of the 2011 Arab Spring revolution in Egypt and the events that followed.
Less than a week into the Muslim holy month, it has already become the subject of a social media debate on state narratives versus reality.
Written by Egyptian screenwriter Hani Sarhan, the show features several famed Egyptian actors, with Yasser Galal taking on the role of then-defense minister and current president Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
The show has been trending on Egyptian social media since its release on April 1, with many using the Arabic hashtag #TheChoice3 and noting the accuracy with which Galal’s voice and demeanor mirror those of the president. Others have been much less generous.
Egyptian state-backed media has praised Galal’s performance as Sisi, “who saved Egypt from the destructive plans of Muslim Brotherhood.”
The Muslim Brotherhood is the country’s oldest and most organized Islamist movement. Authorities have repeatedly accused it of promoting militancy and subversion, a charge it has denied.
One of its members, Islamist ex-president Mohamed Morsi became the first democratically elected head of state in Egypt’s modern history after protesters ousted longtime ruler Hosni Mubarak.
Morsi was toppled by Egypt’s military in July 2013 in a coup d’état. He died in prison in 2019 while on trial for espionage charges.
Countering the tweets of admiration were furious voices arguing that the show’s portrayal of Egypt’s recent history is far from accurate.
“They will never know how to rewrite the history we saw with our own eyes,” said exiled Egyptian actor Amr Waked on Twitter, without saying what the historical distortion was.
Many in Egypt see 2013 as the beginning of a sweeping crackdown where freedom of speech and the right to protest were significantly curtailed. The government has denied the accusations.
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MIND Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MIND) announced today that it will release financial results for its fiscal 2023 second quarter ended July 31, 2022 after the market closes on Monday, September 12, 2022. In conjunction with the release, the Company has scheduled a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the Internet, for Tuesday, September 13th at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time / 8:00 a.m. Central Time.
For those who cannot listen to the live call, a replay will be available through September 20, 2022 and may be accessed by dialing (201) 612-7415 and using pass code 13732406#. Also, an archive of the webcast will be available shortly after the call at http://mind-technology.com/ for 90 days. For more information, please contact Dennard Lascar Investor Relations at MIND@dennardlascar.com.
About MIND Technology
MIND Technology, Inc. provides technology to the oceanographic, hydrographic, defense, seismic and security industries. Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, MIND has a global presence with key operating locations in the United States, Singapore, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom. Its Seamap and Klein units, design, manufacture and sell specialized, high performance, marine sonar and seismic equipment.
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The development of Italian cuisine mirrors the country’s rich political and geographic diversity. Mediterranean influences bring fish and olives into culinary creations, carefully handcrafted ziti, cavatelli, and other types of pasta hail from southern Italy, and exquisite desserts such as tiramisu find origins in the north—combining for a tasty eating experience renowned for its ability to bring people together.
With more than 90,000 establishments offering Italian-style dishes here in America, there are endless options to consider when craving the flavorful, savory tastes of “The Boot.” Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated Italian restaurants in Dallas on Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Click through these slides to see if your favorite trattoria made the list.
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#30. Ruggeri’s – Dallas
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (58 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 5950 Royal Ln, Dallas, TX 75230-3859
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#29. Sachet
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (64 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 4270 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219-2312
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#28. Tony’s Pizza & Pasta
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (44 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $
– Address: 10233 E Northwest Hwy Ste 504, Dallas, TX 75238-4420
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#27. Fireside Pies
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (111 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Pizza, Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 2820 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206-6504
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#26. Carbone’s
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (80 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX 75219
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#25. Porta Di Roma
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (194 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 1623 Main St Ste 104, Dallas, TX 75201-4765
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#24. Two Guys From Italy
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (97 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 11637 Webb Chapel Rd, Dallas, TX 75229-2434
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#23. Sprezza
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (77 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 4010 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219-3216
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#22. Botolino Gelato Artigianale
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (25 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
#21. Parrino’s Oven
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (107 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 300 Reunion Blvd E, Dallas, TX 75207-4409
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#20. Bellini’s Italian Cafe
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (82 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 921 North Riverfront Boulevard Suite 300, Dallas, TX 75207
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#19. Cane Rosso White Rock
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (91 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Pizza, Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 7328 Gaston Ave Ste 100, Dallas, TX 75214-4130
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#18. nonna
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (117 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$$$
– Address: 4115 Lomo Alto Dr, Dallas, TX 75219-1536
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#17. The Charles
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (52 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, American
– Price: $$$$
– Address: 1632 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3916
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#16. Roman Cucina
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (81 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 7989 Belt Line Rd Ste 315, Dallas, TX 75248-5711
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#15. Ravenna Italian Grille & Bar
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (257 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 115 S Field St corner of Main St. & Field St, Dallas, TX 75202
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#14. Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (135 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3636 McKinney Avenue Ste. 190, West Village, Dallas, TX 75204
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#13. Lucia
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (183 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$$$
– Address: 408 W 8th St Ste 101, Dallas, TX 75208-4647
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#12. Terilli’s
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (186 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Bar
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 2815 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206-6238
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#11. Taverna (Dallas)
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (200 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3312 Knox Street, Dallas, TX 75205
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#10. Campisi’s Restaurant
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (490 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 1520 Elm St Ste 111, Dallas, TX 75201-3509
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#9. Campisi’s Restaurant
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (408 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 5610 E Mockingbird Ln Marriott Residence Inn Addison, Dallas, TX 75206-5346
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#8. Bugatti Ristorante
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (183 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 3802 W Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75220-5139
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#7. Avanti Restaurant
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (170 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 2720 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75204-2568
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#6. Pie Tap Pizza Workshop + Bar
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (144 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, American
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 1212 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75207-6916
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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#5. Maggiano’s Little Italy
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (377 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 205 Northpark Central Suite 205, Dallas, TX 75225
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#4. Eno’s Pizza Tavern
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (252 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Bar
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 407 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208-4658
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#3. Cane Rosso
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (468 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 2612 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75226-1402
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#2. Kenny’s Italian Kitchen
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (389 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian
– Price: $$ – $$$
– Address: 5100 Belt Line Rd Ste 764 Suite 764, Dallas, TX 75254-7036
– Read more on Tripadvisor
#1. Jimmy’s Food Store
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (1,188 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Specialty Food Market, Italian
– Price: $
– Address: 4901 Bryan St Corner of Bryan and Fitzhugh, Dallas, TX 75206-7613
– Read more on Tripadvisor
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Best VTech toys you can buy online
VTech is one of the leading manufacturers of electronic learning toys, many of which have won prestigious awards from Good Housekeeping, Toy Insider and Amazon. Geared toward little learners from birth through age 9, VTech toys foster curiosity and teach foundational educational concepts.
There are countless VTech toys available, ranging from activity desks to ride-on toys to kid-friendly cameras. If you’re ready to add one to your child’s toy collection, begin by considering age range, interactive features and educational value.
What to know about VTech toys
About VTech
VTech designs interactive learning toys with a high focus on age appropriateness and stage-based learning. The toy manufacturer says it is committed to manufacturing safe, high-quality toys that comply with the highest U.S. and European safety standards. VTech’s toys undergo rigorous testing and analysis from their in-house Expert Panel, an esteemed group of educators who provide insight and current information for product development.
Age range
VTech makes toys for kids from birth through age 9; however, most of their toys are geared toward infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Every VTech toy box lists the recommended age range and details the educational or developmental concepts it teaches. The VTech Pull and Sing Puppy, for example, is designed for 6-36 months and teaches sounds, music, colors and numbers.
Batteries
Almost all VTech toys require AA or AAA batteries, but unfortunately, most packages don’t come with them. If they do, they’re cheap, limited-life batteries that will require replacement soon.
Because interactive features like music and flashing lights drain batteries quickly, especially with frequent play, many people invest in rechargeable batteries. While they cost more up front, they may save hundreds of dollars in the long run. Rechargeable batteries are also eco-friendly.
Popular categories of VTech toys
There are dozens of VTech toys on the market, and these categories below include the toy makers’ best-selling categories.
- Many VTech toys are designed after grown-up electronics, including smartwatches, cameras and tablets.
- Ride-on toys, most of which are geared toward infants and toddlers, have true-to-life lights and sounds.
- Activity tables offer a broad range of interactive educational games, challenges and activities and music.
- Licensed VTech toys feature characters from popular kids’ shows and movies, including “Paw Patrol,” “Peppa Pig” and “Doc McStuffins.”
- Interactive books bring stories to life with voices, sounds, music and read-along exercises.
How much do VTech toys cost?
Smaller VTech toys with limited features cost $15 and below. Those that offer more in-depth interactive play with more buttons, lights and sounds cost $20-$40. VTech playsets and toys with advanced interactive features may run as high as $50 and above.
Best VTech toys you can buy online
Best VTech toys for babies
VTech Baby Babble and Rattle Microphone
This tiny-but-mighty microphone has over 60 songs and melodies, plus it has a sing-along feature that amplifies voice. The microphone has jumbo buttons that are easily operated by little fingers.
Sold by Amazon
A popular first book, this toy has six soft, interactive pages that produce animal sounds, words and songs. Each page features friendly characters and vibrant, stimulating colors. The book clips onto baby bags or strollers.
Sold by Amazon and Buy Buy Baby
This friendly lion has a suction cup base that attaches to flat surfaces, like tables or high chairs. The critter has a musical mane that plays over 45 songs, melodies and phrases. It has an interactive hula hoop with plenty of moving parts to engage babies.
Sold by Amazon
Best VTech toys for infants and toddlers
The interactive apple, which has a handle for easy carrying, features 26 light-up letter buttons and plays 29 songs and melodies with blinking lights. It offers eight toddler learning activities that teach phonics, words, telling time and music.
Sold by Amazon
VTech Sort and Discover Activity Cube
There are five sides of fun with this interactive cube, which has plenty of moving parts, flashing lights and over 75 songs and phrases. The animal-themed cube teaches nursery rhymes, colors and counting, plus it has five piano keys to foster musical interests.
Sold by Amazon
VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker
This colorful walker is easy for babies to grip and push while they work toward their first steps. When it’s not used for strolling, the walker has over 70 sing-along songs and light-up features, including a phone and mini piano.
Sold by Amazon
Best VTech toys for 2 to 5 years
VTech Peppa Pig Let’s Chat Learning Phone
Young “Peppa Pig” fans will have fun chatting with their favorite characters through voice-activated conversations on this kid-friendly phone. It introduces basic math skills, including counting, addition and shapes, through fun games and challenges.
Sold by Amazon and Buy Buy Baby
VTech Touch and Learn Activity Desk Deluxe
This toddler-friendly desk is one of VTech’s best-selling toys for its extensive list of interactive features, including a music player, light-up display and toy phone. It teaches over 100 vocabulary words and has over 20 educational activities for preschool readiness.
Sold by Amazon
VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Minnie Mouse Around Toy Play Set
Colorful and engaging, this Minnie Mouse promotes motor skills with plenty of moving parts. The set has a Minnie Mouse vehicle that interacts with four SmartPoint triggers that play sounds, phrases and songs.
Sold by Amazon
Best VTech toys for ages 4 and older
VTech Write and Learn Creative Center
This magnetic drawing board is ideal for doodling and practicing writing. A popular pre-kindergarten learning toy, it has animated demonstrations that guide kids through proper strokes for lower and uppercase letters.
Sold by Amazon
VTech Myla’s Sparkling Friends Riley the Unicorn
Friendly and enchanting, this interactive unicorn has over 100 magical responses. The tiny mythical creature flaps its wings when you squeeze its legs and it comes with a few accessories to style its mane.
Sold by Amazon and Buy Buy Baby
VTech Kidizoom Duo Selfie Camera
This digital camera is a popular introductory model that teaches kids how to take photos and selfies. It has interactive point-and-shoot games and lets kids get creative with photo editing and collages.
Sold by Amazon
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In "Small By Design," Feldman Reveals How Small Businesses Can Make a Major Impact With a Minimalist Mindset, Often Outperforming Much Larger Competitors
ATLANTA, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Creative agency founder and entrepreneur David Feldman's first book, "Small By Design: The Entrepreneur's Guide for Growing Big While Staying Small," has been named a bestseller by the Wall Street Journal and USA Today.
Published by Morgan James Publishing, "Small By Design" is available now as an ebook, and hard copies can be pre-ordered ahead of their June 28 release, through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and IndieBound.
With a record number of new business applications filed in 2021, Feldman advises small business owners that the value a company creates is not a function of its size, and the clutter of conventional growth often gets in the way of sustainable success and rewarding relationships.
"Small By Design" is already receiving praise from other business leaders and bestselling authors:
"If you're an entrepreneur with big ideas and a compelling purpose, this brilliant, heartfelt book will help you create a life of abundance and meaningful impact while staying small, by design." — Joey Reiman, Founder of BCG BrightHouse
"In this inspiring and masterfully written book, David Feldman guides us to run a successful business with humanity while staying true to ourselves. 'Small By Design' is a powerful playbook that empowers entrepreneurs to live a more satisfying life." — Tommy Breedlove, Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestselling author of "Legendary"
David Feldman is the founder of 3 Owl, an award-winning creative agency that crafts nimble brand identities and elegant digital experiences to equip clients for success. With a small core team and a carefully curated network of seasoned contractors, 3 Owl has generated tens of millions of dollars in added revenue for Fortune 500 and small business clients, transformed communities, and helped address the largest public health crisis in a century. In addition to being a Forbes contributor, Feldman is a regular presenter at industry-leading events, and a popular guest lecturer in marketing at Emory University's Goizueta Business School, where he earned a unique dual degree in music and business. He currently resides in Atlanta, GA.
Interviews available upon request.
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Our First Collaboration is set to Define the Individualism, Fun, Creativity, and Culture of the LGBTQ+ Community at the LA Pride 2022 Christina Aguilera x FUN WINE Pop-Up
MIAMI and LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Miami-born Fun Wine announces that Christina Aguilera will join the team as Chief Culture Officer. The company, famed for its ready-to-go wine cocktails, has been committed to encouraging creative self-expression since its origins. Working alongside the company's Founder & CEO, Joe Peleg, Aguilera will also help Fun Wine continue its global expansion across Europe and Asia.
Leading up to her headlining performance at this year's LA Pride Festival, Christina Aguilera will host a merchandise pop-up in Los Angeles in partnership with Fun Wine on June 9th and 10th. There will be an exclusive invite-only pre-opening event on the evening of June 8th where media, influencers, and friends & family will be invited. At this pop-up, customers will have first access to Christina's pride-themed merchandise and the exclusive chance to taste Fun Wine.
Christina Aguilera, Chief Culture Officer at Fun Wine, said of her appointment:
"I am thrilled with this opportunity to be Fun Wine's, Chief Culture Officer. In addition to being a wine enthusiast, I am a believer in encouraging self-expression, which aligns with Fun Wine's colorful and creative aesthetic. My first collaboration with the brand will kick off my role as Chief Culture Officer in the most special way, as we celebrate individualism, fun, creativity, and culture with the LGBTQ+ Community for Pride Month on June 8th, 9th and 10th at our Merch Pop-Up Shop!"
Founder & CEO of Fun Wine, Joe Peleg shares:
"At the heart of the brand has always been this belief that finding and expressing yourself can and should be fun. There is no better person to take this position than Christina as she personifies everything that we care about. We will see Christina spring into action via our first project at LA Pride in June, which will be followed by a packed roster of activities that will take Fun Wine from strength to strength and create a positive change for everyone that the brand touches. Welcome to the team, Christina!"
About Christina Aguilera
Christina Aguilera is a Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter renowned for her powerful voice and hit songs. Throughout her career, she has sold more than 43 million records worldwide. Aguilera has achieved five No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart making her the fourth female artist to top the chart over three consecutive decades (the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s). She has won six Grammy Awards, including one Latin Grammy Award. She has also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and holds the prestigious honor of being the only artist under the age of 30 included in Rolling Stone Magazine's list of the 100 greatest singers of all time. Additionally, in 2021 she received the inaugural Music Icon Award at the People's Choice Awards. Aguilera continues to use her voice for good, having served as the global spokesperson for Yum! Brands' World Hunger Relief effort since 2009 has helped raise over $150 million for the World Food Program and other hunger relief agencies. She continues to be represented by Roc Nation, CAA, and imPRint. www.christinaaguilera.com
About Fun Wine
Fun Wine is a Miami-born, flavor-first, good-to-go wine cocktail pursuing fun through the inspiration of self-expression. Each of the six all-natural ingredient flavors is full of life, bursting with personality, and individuality as well as an unmatchable flavor that packs a punch with only 59 calories per 5oz pour and is sweetened with Monk Fruit. Fun Wine flavors include Peach Passion Moscato™, Coconut Pineapple Chardonnay™, Strawberry Rosé Moscato™, and Sangria as well as The Cafe Graffiti Collection™ - Espresso Cabernet™ and Cappuccino Chardonnay™. Each flavor is sold in a beautifully designed 750 mL glass bottle and 330 mL aluminum bottles. Visit Funwine.com or @funwineofficial to learn more.
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The 587-unit multifamily property is Jair Lynch's seventh acquisition with Nuveen Real Estate.
WASHINGTON, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners ("Jair Lynch"), a leading owner and developer of mixed-use properties and attainable housing in the Mid-Atlantic region, and Nuveen Real Estate ("Nuveen"), one of the largest real estate managers globally with $152 billion of assets under management, today announced their acquisition of Bedford Station and Victoria Station, a 587-unit garden-style naturally occurring affordable housing community in Langley Park, Maryland (the "Property"). The 23-acre Property presents another opportunity for Jair Lynch and Nuveen to preserve housing affordability in Prince George's County long-term while advancing their shared goals of uplifting and revitalizing communities through their investment in high-quality, sustainable neighborhood assets. Together, Jair Lynch and Nuveen have made six other significant impact investments in the DMV in pursuit of those goals.
Originally constructed in 1950, the Property consists of 35 two-story and three-story garden-style buildings located in the heart of Langley Park, an emerging market in the DC region. Conveniently situated near the University of Maryland, Downtown Hyattsville, and with strong neighborhood-serving retail including Safeway, Target, and various dining options, the residents of Bedford and Victoria Station enjoy easy access to major job nodes at the University of Maryland, Silver Spring, Bethesda, and DC.
Residents also stand to benefit from one of the most highly anticipated public works projects in the region, the Purple Line, which will provide connection to jobs, health services, and educational opportunities with more ease than ever before. Spanning from Bethesda to New Carrollton, the Purple Line will link several of Montgomery County's and Prince George's County's largest job centers, including downtown Bethesda, Silver Spring, and University of Maryland, as well as provide connectivity to the larger regional Metro transit network and Amtrak. Two future Purple Line entrances will be located within one quarter mile from the Property and are expected to be complete in 2026.
"With the upcoming addition of the Purple Line offering unbeatable access across the region, we're pleased with the opportunity to preserve a large offering of attainable housing for essential workers and their families who have long called this neighborhood home," said Ulysses Auger, Director of Acquisitions for Jair Lynch.
Plans for the Property include immediate capital improvements, in-unit renovations, and the introduction of a new property management company, while a heavy focus will be placed on long-term plans to improve the Property's impact on the environment, the surrounding community, and its residents. Green features including updated water and energy efficiency measures, LED lighting upgrades, sustainable landscaping plans, improved recycling and trash removal practices, and more will be implemented and/or installed as Property renovations progress. Jair Lynch and Nuveen also intend to employ Inclusive Hiring practices to promote the hiring of low-income residents and businesses operated by Bedford and Victoria Station residents to ultimately provide employment, job training, and subcontracting opportunities.
"Bedford and Victoria Station is an example of Nuveen's continued commitment to preserving affordable housing and supporting tenant well-being through sustainable improvements and implementing resident services," said Mike Gilmartin, Senior Director of Impact Investing for Nuveen Real Estate. "We look forward to executing the business plan with Jair Lynch."
Jair Lynch's purchase of the property is another successful endeavor of the Prince George's County's Right of First Refusal program.
"With over 500 naturally occurring affordable apartment homes, Bedford and Victoria Station represents a significant opportunity to preserve housing affordability in Prince George's County," said Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks. "Jair Lynch is a mission-driven organization with a commitment toward preserving attainable housing in the region and a dedication to improving residents' quality of life, as we've seen accomplished at their neighboring Villas at Langley. We're looking forward to watching Bedford & Victoria Station undergo immediate and long-term capital improvements to ultimately improve the quality of life for our valued Prince George's County residents."
Transwestern served as the seller's broker in this transaction. CBRE served as purchaser's financial advisor, and Nixon Peabody served as transaction counsel for purchaser.
About Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners
Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners is a leading real estate investment and development firm in the Mid-Atlantic market that specializes in the thoughtful transformation of walkable urban places. Founded in 1998, Jair Lynch has acquired, developed, and operated a portfolio of residential, commercial, and neighborhood assets that contribute to the company's mission of creating extraordinary places. The firm has developed over 5.5 million square feet of real estate projects, currently has $3.0 billion of assets under management and has a controlled pipeline of 4.5 million square feet valued at more than $1.9 billion. Visit www.jairlynch.com to learn more.
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The partnership is to address unmet social needs and improve health outcomes for Texas' most underserved populations
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Texas Association of Community Health Centers (TACHC), a private, not-for-profit membership association committed to advancing equitable access to quality healthcare in Texas, and Unite Us, the nation's leading technology company connecting health and social care, are partnering to expand a coordinated care network that addresses unmet social needs and improves Texans' health outcomes throughout the state.
"We believe data is power in helping TACHC reach its mission of health equity, access, and quality for all Texans," said Jana Eubank, Executive Director at TACHC. "Our partnership with Unite Us will give our community health centers the tools and data they need to empower decision-making to address non-medical drivers of health, which ultimately improves a patient's health outcomes."
TACHC will join the Unite Texas network, which started in 2017. Partners in the network are connected through Unite Us' shared technology platform, which enables them to securely send and receive closed-loop, electronic referrals and helps connect people to much-needed resources and services such as housing, food, transportation, and employment assistance.
"Our partnership with TACHC comes at a critical time, and we are incredibly honored to work with them," said Brandon White, State Network Director at Unite Us. "Expanding the Unite Texas network will increase access to much-needed resources for Texans by working alongside valuable community health centers and community-based organizations. Our collective goal is to provide equitable access to care for all residents as efficiently and effectively as possible, no matter where in the state you live."
The partnership offers all Texas community health centers access to Unite Us' social need screening, assessment, and referral platform at no cost. By partnering with Unite Us, TACHC will gain an improved understanding of patient needs across the state, identify gaps and inequity, and inform policy decisions.
To learn more about services offered through the network, or for community-based organizations that would like to join and offer services, visit texas.uniteus.com
About TACHC
The Texas Association of Community Health Centers (TACHC) is a private, not-for-profit membership association committed to advancing equitable access to quality healthcare in Texas by supporting and advocating for community health centers (also known as federally qualified health centers, FQHCs, or health centers). TACHC is the federally designated, primary care association for Texas. TACHC assists members in providing high-quality, comprehensive primary care and addressing the full spectrum of health center needs so they can focus on patient care. TACHC's members include federally qualified health centers and other providers who strive to meet the healthcare needs of the uninsured and underserved. Members operate in Texas' urban, rural, and frontier areas, all with the mission of advancing access to healthcare for all Texans. Follow TACHC on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
About Unite Us
Unite Us is a technology company that builds coordinated care networks of health and social service providers. With Unite Us' end-to-end solution, providers across sectors identify social care needs, send and receive secure, electronic referrals, report on tangible outcomes, and transform payment models within a secure and collaborative ecosystem. Unite Us' community engagement teams build sustainable partnerships with local organizations to ensure their networks have solid foundations, launch successfully, and continue to grow and thrive. This HITRUST-certified, social care infrastructure helps communities address social determinants of health and advance health equity. Follow Unite Us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
TACHC Media Contact:
aabbott@tachc.org
(512) 585-5757
Unite Us Media Contact:
jaquetta.gooden@uniteus.com
(808) 485-9086
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LD Micro on June 7-8th
2022 OTCQX Best 50 Virtual Investor Conference on June 16th
CALGARY, AB, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Nanalysis Scientific Corp. ("the Company", TSXV: NSCI, OTCQX: NSCIF, FRA: 1N1), a leader in portable NMR machines and MRI technology for healthcare and industrial applications, announces it will be attending the following upcoming conferences.
Nanalysis will present to investors at the LD Micro Conference:
Tuesday June 7, 2022 at 4:30pm ET
Additionally, Nanalysis CEO Sean Krakiwsky will be on site for 1x1's on June 7th and 8th.
To access the presentation or schedule a meeting go to:
https://www.meetmax.com/sched/event_82067/__co-list_cp.html
Nanalysis will present at the 2022 OTCQX Best 50 Virtual Investor Conference:
Thursday June 16, 2022 at 1:00pm ET
Additionally, management will be available for virtual 1x1's that day.
To access the presentation or schedule a meeting use the following link:
https://bit.ly/3MB962u
This will be a live, interactive online event where investors are invited to ask the company questions in real-time. If attendees are not able to join the event live on the day of the conference, an archived webcast will also be made available after the event.
It is recommended that investors pre-register and run the online system check for both conferences to expedite participation and receive event updates.
Learn more about theses events at www.ldmicro.com and www.virtualinvestorconferences.com.
Nanalysis trades on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) in Canada with ticker symbol 'NSCI', OTC and the Frankfurt exchange under the ticker symbol '1N1'. The company's business is what we term "MRI and NMR for industry". The company develops and manufactures portable Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometers or analyzers for laboratory and industrial markets. The NMReady-60™ was the first full-feature portable NMR spectrometer in a single compact enclosure requiring no liquid helium or any other cryogens. The company has followed-up that initial offering with new products and continues to have a strong innovation pipeline. Nanalysis recently announced that it has begun selling a 100MHz device in 2020. The Company's new device will be the most powerful and most advanced compact NMR device ever brought to market.
Nanalysis devices are used in many industries (oil and gas, chemical, mining, pharma, biotech, flavor and fragrances, agrochemicals, law enforcement, and more) as well as numerous government and university research labs around the world. The Company continues to exploit new global market opportunities independently and with partners.
With the recent acquisition of K'Prime, the company maintains a North American sales and service company of over 40 individuals who cover scientific instrumentation for pharma, food, chemical and oil & gas customers, as well as imaging systems for security applications.
Additionally, the Company has a 43% ownership in Quad Systems AG ("Quad Systems"), with an option to purchase the remaining shares. Quad Systems is a Zurich-based Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) company focused on high-field NMR for pharmaceutical and other vertical markets.
This news release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of such statements under applicable securities law. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "anticipates", "plan", "continue", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "may", "will", "potential", "proposed", "positioned" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. These statements are only predictions. Various assumptions were used in drawing the conclusions or making the projections contained in the forward-looking statements throughout this news release. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the statements are made and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. The Company is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable law.
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National PTA is pleased to announce the winners of its 2021-2022 Reflections® student art program. The awards honor creative interpretations of the theme "I Will Change the World By…" in the categories of dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts as well as a special artist division. Seven students have been honored with the Outstanding Interpretation Award, and over 200 students have been recognized with Awards of Excellence and Merit. Students representing 39 states were selected for national-level recognition.
The Outstanding Interpretation Award recipients are:
Arsal Shaur
Country Parkway PTA, New York
Photography: "I Can Change the World by Enlightening Others with Knowledge"
Dao Nguyen
Castillero Middle School PTA, California
Literature: "Dandelion"
James Jordan
Syracuse High PTSA, Utah
Special Artist/Music Composition: "Change the World Right"
Jasmine Roldan
Hicksville High School PTSA, New York
Visual Arts: "Say Their Names"
Oviya Gowder
James Clemens High School PTSA, Alabama
Dance Choreography: "Save The Children"
Sonia Singh
Acadia PTA, New York
Music Composition: "Rainbow"
Yasmeen Fahs
Rowan Elementary PTA, Pennsylvania
Film Production: "Reduce, Reuse and Recycle"
"Participating in the arts helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas; develop artistic literacy; increase confidence; and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life," said Anna King, president of National PTA. "We are thrilled to recognize the Outstanding Interpretation Award and Awards of Excellence and Merit recipients, and we applaud all of the students who participated in the Reflections program this school year."
The Outstanding Interpretation Award recipients will each receive an $800 scholarship to further their artistic talents, and their local PTA will be awarded $200 to support arts and culture in their community. Award of Excellence recipients will receive a $200 scholarship. All national award recipients receive celebration materials including a medallion and certificate and will be featured in virtual celebrations and exhibits.
Each year, the National PTA Reflections program encourages students of all ages to create and submit original works of art in the medium of their choice that reflect on the annual theme. Submissions are reviewed by arts experts, and students are recognized for their artistic technique and ingenuity in bringing the theme to life. Hundreds of thousands of students in pre-K through grade 12 from across the country and in U.S. schools overseas created original works of art as part of the 2021-2022 Reflections program.
The National PTA Reflections program is sponsored by Proud National PTA Sponsor BAND, a free group communication app used by PTAs to connect with members, plan in-person and virtual events, and increase family engagement.
"National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education, and it is a top priority of our association to ensure all children have access to arts programs and classes," added Nathan R. Monell, CAE, National PTA executive director. "The Reflections program provides opportunities for access to the arts, and we appreciate BAND's support of the program."
About National PTA
National PTA® comprises millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of family engagement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth. For more information, visit PTA.org.
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Platform utilizes combinatorial engineering and automation to screen in high-throughput, generating capsids greatly improved over AAV9 in CNS efficiency and specificity
Process development and manufacturing data validate in-house capability to produce highly productive and scalable processes up to 200L
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Capsida Biotherapeutics ("Capsida"), the only fully integrated gene therapy platform company that through intravenous (IV) delivery of a single, engineered capsid can target single or multiple organs simultaneously while limiting exposure to non-targeted organs, today announced four posters delivered at the American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy (ASGCT) Annual Meeting. Capsida's approach unlocks the potential to treat both rare and common diseases across all ages.
Capsida's presentations detail advancements from the Company's biologically driven, high-throughput, automated adeno-associated virus (AAV) engineering platform, and innovative process development and manufacturing capabilities. The ASGCT Annual Meeting is being held virtually and in person May 16-19, 2022, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
"Capsida's high-throughput method for simultaneously enriching target tissues and avoiding off-target tissues demonstrates organ-level and cell-type specificity," said Nick Goeden, Ph.D., co-founder and chief technology officer, Capsida. "By leveraging our automated capsid engineering platform, which is capable of processing >20,000 samples annually, we have greatly expanded our ability to interrogate tissues and rapidly engineer improved capsids across therapeutic areas. The totality of these data, along with achievements in our process development and manufacturing processes, will allow us to rapidly advance gene therapies into the clinic."
Poster Presentations:
Combinatorial Engineering Across Multiple Surface Exposed Loops of AAV2 and AAV9 Yields Capsids With High Degrees of Enrichment and Specificity for Target Tissues
Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 5:30-6:30 PM ET
Session: AAV Vectors – Virology and Vectorology III
Abstract Number: 905
Location: Hall D
Presenter: Xiaojing Shi, Ph.D., scientist II, AAV engineering, Capsida
Many central nervous system (CNS) indications require broad delivery of genetic therapies throughout the brain and/or spinal cord. Intravenous delivery of engineered capsids capable of crossing the blood–brain-barrier is well-suited to achieve broad and uniform transduction of the CNS. However, there are several ongoing clinical trials focused on CNS or muscle therapeutic areas that have observed severe adverse events related to liver toxicity due to the high viral burden of wildtype AAV serotypes in the liver. This research employed Capsida's combinatorial engineering strategy to evolve novel AAV9- and AAV2-based capsids that are simultaneously enriched in the CNS and detargeted in the liver following IV administration in non-human primates (NHPs), thereby significantly improving therapeutic potential. Following multiple rounds of screening in NHPs, Capsida identified lead candidates with >100-fold enrichment in the CNS and >10-fold detargeting in the liver relative to the parent capsid.
Next-Generation Automated AAV Engineering Platform for Rapid Identification of Efficient and Specific Capsids in Non-Human Primates
Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 5:30-6:30 PM ET
Session: AAV Vectors – Virology and Vectorology III
Abstract Number: 900
Location: Hall D
Presenter: Troy Sandberg, Ph.D., principal scientist, AAV engineering and automation, Capsida
To bypass the challenges of translating capsids engineered in vitro or in lower-order species while still leveraging the success of directed evolution in a high-throughput and high-capacity manner, Capsida has developed an automated AAV engineering platform capable of interrogating targets throughout the body, directly in NHPs and human cell lines at a rapid pace. This platform has generated several iterations of improved capsids for targets in the CNS and is now being leveraged for targets throughout the body. In addition to increased capacity and throughput, the automated engineering platform has simultaneously improved data quality by increasing the volume of interrogated primate tissues by >400 percent year-over-year, enabling greater predictive analysis in the bioinformatics platform and more rapid identification of improved capsids.
Manufacturability and Product Quality of Novel AAV Capsids Optimized for Specific Targeting Using Capsid Library Selection in Non-Human Primates
Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 5:30-6:30 PM ET
Session: Vector Product Engineering, Development, or Manufacturing III
Abstract Number: 1147
Location: Hall D
Presenter: Laura Adamson, Ph.D., executive director, process and analytical development, Capsida
In this research, Capsida evaluated engineered capsids with multiple capsid insertions during single variant production and demonstrated improved productivity in a pooled library. The Company compared productivity across multiple production platforms, demonstrated scalability of these novel engineered capsids containing a therapeutic gene in Capsida's suspension-based manufacturing platform, and determined product quality of therapeutic transgenes packaged in novel capsids. Capsid variants selected from Capsida's high-throughput AAV engineering screening platform not only show improved brain enrichment, but also are capable of generating high titer and high-quality products in a suspension-based scalable production platform. The interface between Capsida's in-house process development and capsid engineering platform allows for seamless identification of manufacturable, high-performing AAV capsids.
Optimization of a Scalable Upstream Process for Novel AAV Capsids
Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 5:30-6:30 PM ET
Session: Vector Product Engineering, Development, or Manufacturing III
Abstract Number: 1153
Location: Hall D
Presenter: Hari Acharya, Ph.D., associate director, upstream development, Capsida
The development of novel capsids possessing more efficient gene delivery capabilities is the next evolution in recombinant AAV (rAAV)-based therapeutics. The objective of this work was to develop a scalable transient transfection process for producing our novel capsids in suspension culture. To meet clinical demands, scalable production processes are needed. The work presented here focuses on developing a scalable transient transfection process using HEK293 cells in suspension and scaling to 200L. These results demonstrate that shaker flasks are a viable method for screening transfection parameters and establishing ranges, that screening work can identify conditions and reagents yielding higher titers, and finally, that productivity is similar all the way across from shaker flasks to 200L bioreactors. Capsida has a scalable production process for our novel capsids and performs as expected at 200L, preparing us for future clinical demand.
Abstracts can be accessed via the conference website at annualmeeting.asgct.org.
About Capsida Biotherapeutics
Capsida Biotherapeutics is the only fully integrated gene therapy platform company that through IV delivery of a single engineered capsid can target single or multiple organs simultaneously, while limiting exposure to non-targeted organs. Capsida's approach unlocks the potential to treat both rare and common diseases across all ages. Capsida's technology is protected by a growing intellectual property portfolio which includes more than 30 patent applications and one issued U.S. patent 11,149,256. The company is exploring using the technology across a broad range of rare and more common genetic and sporadic disorders. Its initial pipeline consists of multiple neurologic disease programs. The company has strategic collaborations with AbbVie and CRISPR, which provide independent validation of Capsida's technology and capabilities. Capsida is a multi-functional and fully integrated biotechnology company with proprietary adeno-associated virus (AAV) engineering, multi-modality cargo development and optimization, translational biology, process development and state-of-the-art manufacturing, and broad clinical development expertise. Capsida's biologically driven, high-throughput AAV engineering and cargo optimization platform originated from groundbreaking research in the laboratory of Viviana Gradinaru, Ph.D., a neuroscience professor at the California Institute of Technology. Visit us at www.capsida.com to learn more.
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LONDON (AP) — The British government plans to burn billions of pounds (dollars) in unusable personal protective equipment purchased in haste during the coronavirus pandemic, a public spending watchdog said Friday.
The idea of burning the face masks, gowns and other equipment to generate power has not impressed the watchdog committee. The panel is investigating how the government came to spend 4 billion pounds ($5 billion) on protective gear that has to be dumped because it is defective or does not meet U.K. standards.
Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee said the government planned to dispose of 15,000 pallets a month of the gear “via a combination of recycling and burning to generate power.”
“The costs and environmental impact of disposing of the excess and unusable PPE is unclear,” the committee noted.
Pat Cullen, chief executive of the Royal College of Nursing, a professional body, accused the government of “sending billions of pounds up in smoke.”
The government said not all the 4 billion pounds’ worth of equipment would be burned. The Department of Health said only about 670 million pounds’ ($835 million) worth of the PPE was “unusable in any context.” It said some of the excess stock would be repurposed for use by dentists or donated to charities, transport agencies and other countries.
In a report, the accounts committee found that the Department of Health lost 75% of the 12 billion pounds it spent on PPE in the first year of the pandemic to inflated prices and faulty products.
Opposition Labour Party lawmaker Meg Hillier, who chairs the committee, said the PPE saga was “perhaps the most shameful episode in the U.K. government response to the pandemic.”
“The government splurged huge amounts of money, paying obscenely inflated prices and payments to middlemen in a chaotic rush, during which they chucked out even the most cursory due diligence,” she said.
Government minister Robin Walker acknowledged Friday that “mistakes were made” early in the pandemic. But he said it was “a totally unprecedented situation” in which countries around the world were scrambling to acquire supplies during a health crisis. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/uk-plans-to-burn-billions-in-wasted-pandemic-protective-gear/ | 2022-06-10T20:40:28Z |
This gift greatly expands the John P. McNulty Program for Leadership in Science and Mathematics, and marks a milestone contribution to SOAR: The Campaign for Saint Joseph's University.
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Saint Joseph's University will expand its commitment to women in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) through a $2.6 million investment from the John P. and Anne Welsh McNulty Foundation. The University and the Foundation have worked to advance women's representation and leadership in STEM for over a decade through the John P. McNulty Scholars program.
The innovative program provides full- and partial-tuition scholarships, alongside a suite of offerings to help young women break barriers in their chosen STEM fields, including faculty and peer mentorship, research and leadership development opportunities, and community building. The enhanced program, now the John P. McNulty Program for Leadership in Science and Mathematics, will scale the offerings to reach more women over the next seven years, and will invest more deeply in preparing and nurturing women's leadership in these fields.
"It's not enough that women enter STEM fields, or even stay in STEM fields; women need to lead in STEM," says Anne Welsh McNulty H '19, co-founder and president of the McNulty Foundation. "The talented cohorts of McNulty Scholars over the last decade inspired us to deepen the leadership dimension of the program and to increase our philanthropic support. This will enable more women than ever before to achieve their greatest potential and to change the world."
This fall, 36 women will participate as scholars and fellows in the new McNulty Leadership Program, and the cohort is expected to nearly double in the next four years.
The program was created in 2009, in honor of John P. McNulty '74, a former Saint Joseph's student body president and later trustee. He believed deeply in the transformative power of education to unlock talent, and the potential that individual leaders have to change society through their examples.
Over the last decade-plus, the McNulty Foundation has invested nearly $6.5 million at Saint Joseph's, which has spurred the trajectories of 111 women and has proven results both in academic excellence and the ability to develop emerging leaders. More than half of the graduates have earned or are pursuing advanced degrees, and many have launched successful professional careers, establishing themselves as leaders in their fields. Impressively, participating students have collectively published or contributed to 23 scientific publications in the last year alone. McNulty Scholars and Fellows have been awarded various prestigious national grants and internships, including the Goldwater Scholarship and the DAAD-RISE fellowship in Germany.
"The McNulty Foundation's latest investment will scale the McNulty Program for Leadership at Saint Joseph's University," says Cheryl McConnell, PhD, interim university president. "With the additional funding, we will provide scholarships and fellowships to more students, enhance our already robust programming and mentorship supports, and ultimately launch more women into STEM leadership positions."
The gift is a significant contribution to SOAR: The Campaign for Saint Joseph's University, the University's historic comprehensive campaign. To celebrate the program's expansion and The John P. and Anne Welsh McNulty Foundation's commitment to advancing women in STEM, Saint Joseph's will host an on-campus reception on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 6 p.m. featuring a keynote by Laurie McNeil, PhD, distinguished professor at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill.
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Microverse IDE Enters Open Beta and is Available Under Open Source License;
Multiplane Portals Deliver Safe, Secure Connections Between Different Worlds
SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Croquet Corporation announced today the availability in open beta of its Microverse IDE, a development and deployment environment built on Croquet OS that empowers Web and Web3 developers to rapidly deliver interoperable, standards based Metaverse worlds. With Microverse IDE, developers and designers collaboratively build low latency, high performance multiuser Microverse spaces and worlds which can then be published anywhere. Developers can join the beta and get Microverse IDE today.
The company further announced the availability of its multiplane portal technology. Multiplane portals are a technique developed at Croquet for securely connecting independent 3D virtual worlds developed by different parties, even across different domains. These portals deliver decentralized interoperability among various worlds safely, securely and independent of the large technology platforms. Multiplane portals are available today as a component of Microverse IDE.
Multiplane portals solve a fundamental problem in the Metaverse with linking web-based worlds in a secure and safe way. Interoperability is one of the core underlying requirements of an open Metaverse and the Croquet solution, based upon open, standards based technologies, provides a global solution for developers and companies who desire independence from the proprietary networks. Croquet received the Auggie Award as Startup to Watch in 2022 at AWE, the most prestigious conference for AR/VR and the Metaverse.
"We have learned a lot from the developers building initial projects with our Microverse IDE during Alpha," said David A Smith, Founder and CTO of Croquet. "As usual, they have given us great feedback, demanded new features we are rapidly working on and built things we never would have thought of. Use cases range from a virtual digital twin control room for a power plant to theme parks, media, fashion and the emergence of the Metaverse as the 3D web extending consumer and business websites."
Croquet has open sourced its Microverse IDE Metaverse world builder and certain related components under Apache License Version 2.0. Croquet chose to make its Microverse IDE available under the popular permissive Apache 2.0 software license to make it as easy as possible for developers and adopters to examine, use and modify the software for their needs.
Croquet is committed to the development and deployment of the true open Metaverse, free of control and restrictions. The company supports the use and development of open standards that will make a fully interoperable, open and scalable Metaverse come to life. With that goal in mind, Croquet has released its Microverse development platform as open source to allow the global developer community to collaborate to create a powerful, scalable, free and open foundation for the future.
In addition, Croquet will release an easy-to-use API and framework that enables portals between all web-based Metaverse worlds, even those not created using the Microverse IDE. Any developer will be able to utilize multiplane portals to link their worlds to any others that support the new multiplane portal framework, which operates within existing standards and will continue to be developed following collaborative discussion with the community.
"By open-sourcing our Microverse IDE we give developers the utmost flexibility in realizing their own dreams for the Metaverse," said Dr. Vanessa Freudenberg, Chief Architect of Croquet. "In their Microverse they have complete control of the world mechanics, without having to implement, deploy, or maintain their own interaction servers to make it multiuser. We believe that an open source model will be a powerful force to build a free and open ecosystem for the Metaverse."
While Croquet's OS and its Reflector Network will continue to be offered on commercial terms, Croquet is committed to maintaining the Microverse IDE world builder as an open source project.
Croquet OS is the open, browser based operating system that unites the web and the Metaverse. The OS loads instantly from any URL or QR code during entry to a virtual world with web, mobile or AR/VR devices. It uses synchronization, live data and persistence services from its globally deployed Croquet Reflector Network to enable ultra low-latency, low-bandwidth shared experiences. Any Metaverse developer can integrate Croquet OS as infrastructure to enable multiuser shared experiences and achieve perfectly synchronized shared social interactions.
Croquet Corporation is on a mission to build an open, democratized Metaverse with Croquet OS, its web standards based operating system for the Metaverse. Based on browser technologies that are cross platform to any device, it delivers virtual worlds on the Metaverse that can be published anywhere and be accessed today by hundreds of millions of Internet and mobile users. Croquet OS makes development of multiuser Metaverse virtual worlds simple for 17M+ JavaScript developers. Croquet received the Auggie Award as Startup to Watch in 2022 at AWE, the most prestigious conference for AR/VR and the Metaverse. The company was formed in 2018 and is funded by SIP Global Partners and a group of experienced technology and financial industry veterans. Visit www.croquet.io.
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- The VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay helps determine which patients with non-small cell lung cancer may be eligible for treatment with Libtayo monotherapy1 based on the results of the Phase III EMPOWER-Lung 1 study.
- This additional approval will allow more patients with locally advanced and metastatic non-small cell lung cancer broader access to the immunotherapy Libtayo.
- PD-L1 testing provides clinicians with essential information that helps guide clinical decision making and improve patient outcomes.
TUCSON, Ariz., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) today announced that the VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay is available in countries accepting the CE mark as a companion diagnostic to identify non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients eligible for treatment with Libtayo® (cemiplimab), a PD-1 inhibitor therapy developed by Regeneron.
More than 60 percent of patients diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer are diagnosed at locally advanced or metastatic stage (Stage III-IV).2 With the launch of the VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay, more patients may have access to an additional immunotherapy option with Libtayo, potentially improving their treatment pathway and outcomes.
"With our companion diagnostics, we can help ensure each patient gets the most appropriate targeted treatment. This approval gives eligible advanced lung cancer patients access to the immunotherapy Libtayo as a first-line treatment," said Jill German, Head of Pathology Lab at Roche Diagnostics. "Our high medical value PD-L1 assay portfolio is continuing to help improve access to personalised medicine."
The VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay is the only CE IVD product available with NSCLC indications for four different immunotherapy drugs, offering oncologists a broad range of treatment options for patients. Treating non-small cell lung cancer as early as possible may improve patient outcomes.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death worldwide. Every year, more than 2.2 million people are diagnosed with lung cancer globally and up to 85 percent of these cases are non-small cell lung cancer.3,4
More information about the VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay as a companion diagnostic will be presented at the European Society for Medical Oncology on 10 September 2022 in a session titled "Clinical interchangeability of PD-L1 IHC assays for the treatment of first-line NSCLC with cemiplimab".
About the VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay
Roche has developed a leading, comprehensive and differentiated lung cancer immunohistochemical portfolio, with biomarkers that support multiple guidelines for the diagnosis and stratification of lung cancers. VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay is used to detect programmed death ligand-1 (PD-L1) protein in non-small cell lung carcinoma patients. PD-L1 expression on tumor cells and immune cells has been shown in clinical studies to help predict the likelihood a patient may benefit from PD-L1/PD-1 immunotherapy drugs.5 VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay testing is performed on a BenchMark ULTRA instrument and is visualised using the OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit. Last month, Roche announced that the VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay received CE label expansion in non-small cell lung cancer as a companion diagnostic for Tecentriq® (atezolizumab).
About Roche
Founded in1896 in Basel, Switzerland, as one of the first industrial manufacturers of branded medicines, Roche has grown into the world's largest biotechnology company and the global leader in in-vitro diagnostics. The company pursues scientific excellence to discover and develop medicines and diagnostics for improving and saving the lives of people around the world. We are a pioneer in personalised healthcare and want to further transform how healthcare is delivered to have an even greater impact. To provide the best care for each person we partner with many stakeholders and combine our strengths in Diagnostics and Pharma with data insights from the clinical practice.
In recognizing our endeavor to pursue a long-term perspective in all we do, Roche has been named one of the most sustainable companies in the pharmaceuticals industry by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for the thirteenth consecutive year. This distinction also reflects our efforts to improve access to healthcare together with local partners in every country we work.
Genentech, in the United States, is a wholly owned member of the Roche Group. Roche is the majority shareholder in Chugai Pharmaceutical, Japan.
For more information, please visit www.roche.com.
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References
[1] Regeneron news release. LIBTAYO® (Cemiplimab) approved by the European Commission for first-line treatment of patients with advanced Non-small cell lung cancer with ≥50% PD-L1 expression with no EGFR, ALK, or ROS mutations using a validated assay. (Refer to product information for full intended use.)
[2] EpiCast Report: NSCLC Epidemiology Forecast to 2025. GlobalData. 2016
[3] World Health Organization: GLOBOCAN 2020 – Lung Cancer: Estimated cancer incidence, mortality and prevalence worldwide. [Internet; cited May 2021] Available from: https://gco.iarc.fr/today/data/factsheets/cancers/15-Lung-fact-sheet.pdf.
[4] Cancer.org: What is non-small-cell lung cancer? [Internet; cited May 2021] Available from: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/lung-cancer/about/what-is.html#:
[5] VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay. CE marked Package Insert. Roche Diagnostics; 2022
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Supreme Court ruling takes side of doctors convicted of pain pill schemes
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday ruled for doctors who face criminal charges for overprescribing powerful pain medication in a case arising from the opioid addiction crisis.
Justice Stephen Breyer wrote for the court that prosecutors must prove that doctors knew they were illegally prescribing powerful pain drugs in violation of the federal Controlled Substances Act.
The ruling came as the U.S. has been seeing record numbers of drug overdose deaths, many from the highly lethal opioid fentanyl.
Evaluating the convictions of two doctors who are each facing more than two decades in prison, the justices ruled on a subject on which advocates for patients and doctors had urged the court to distinguish between criminal behavior and medical errors made in good faith.
It did so in the ruling. Prosecutors, Breyer wrote, “must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant knowingly or intentionally acted in an unauthorized manner.”
Fear of aggressive prosecution already has led doctors to avoid prescribing opioids “against their best medical judgment,” the National Pain Advocacy Center told the court in a written filing.
But the justices did not throw out the convictions of two doctors whose appeal was heard in February. Instead, it ordered federal appeals courts to take a new look at their cases.
The court ruled on appeals from Xiulu Ruan of Mobile, Alabama, and Shakeel Kahn, who practiced medicine in Ft. Mohave, Arizona, and Casper, Wyoming.
Ruan is serving a 21-year federal prison term. Kahn is in prison for up to 25 years. They will get another chance to argue that their convictions should be overturned.
Ruan and a partner, James Couch, were convicted of overprescribing medications at their Physicians Pain Specialists of Alabama clinic and a pharmacy.
Kahn was convicted of conspiracy to unlawfully distribute and dispense controlled substances resulting in death, including oxycodone, an opioid pain reliever, and fentanyl, a synthetic opioid.
Jessica Burch, of Lake Havasu City, Arizona, was a patient of Kahn’s who died from an overdose in 2015.
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Bruins bust out for 8-1 victory over Devils as Rask honored
By JIMMY GOLEN
AP Sports Writer
BOSTON (AP) — Former Boston College captain Marc McLaughlin scored in his NHL debut during a six-goal second-period outburst that propelled the Bruins to an 8-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils. Brad Marchand had two goals for Boston and had a third waved off even as the fans littered the ice with caps to celebrate the would-be hat trick. Patrice Bergeron had a goal and two assists, and David Pastrnak had three assists to help the Bruins to their most goals since Thanksgiving, 2019. The Bruins won for the fifth time in six games and the 15th in their last 19. The Devils’ ninth straight road loss eliminated them from playoff contention. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/03/31/bruins-bust-out-for-8-1-victory-over-devils-as-rask-honored/ | 2022-04-01T04:18:58Z |
WASHINGTON (AP) — Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Thursday launched a $1 billion first-of-its-kind pilot program aimed at helping reconnect cities and neighborhoods racially segregated or divided by road projects, pledging wide-ranging help to dozens of communities despite the program’s limited dollars.
Under the Reconnecting Communities program, cities and states can now apply for the federal aid over five years to rectify harm caused by roadways that were built primarily through lower-income, Black communities after the 1950s creation of the interstate highway system.
New projects could include rapid bus transit lines to link disadvantaged neighborhoods to jobs; caps built on top of highways featuring green spaces, bike lanes and pedestrian walkways to allow for safe crossings over the roadways; repurposing former rail lines; and partial removal of highways.
Still, the grants, being made available under President Joe Biden’s bipartisan infrastructure law, are considerably less than the $20 billion the Democratic president originally envisioned. Advocacy groups say the money isn’t nearly enough to have a major impact on capital construction for more than 50 citizen-led efforts nationwide aimed at dismantling or redesigning highways — from Portland, Oregon, to New Orleans; St. Paul, Minnesota; Houston; Tampa, Florida; and Syracuse, New York. Meanwhile, some Republicans, including possible 2024 presidential contender Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, have derided the effort as the “woke-ification” of federal policy, suggesting political crosswinds ahead in an election season.
Flanked by Black leaders at the site of a soon-to-start rapid bus line in Birmingham, Alabama, Buttigieg highlighted the potential of federal infrastructure money to boost communities. Close to half of Birmingham’s population lives within one-half mile of planned stations along the new 15-mile bus corridor. City leaders say that will open up access around I-65, which cuts through the city’s Black neighborhoods, providing connections to jobs in the corridor as well as the University of Alabama at Birmingham and other schools.
“Transportation can connect us to jobs, services and loved ones, but we‘ve also seen countless cases around the country where a piece of infrastructure cuts off a neighborhood or a community because of how it was built,” Buttigieg said.
“We can’t ignore the basic truth: that some of the planners and politicians behind those projects built them directly through the heart of vibrant populated communities,” he said. “Sometimes as an effort to reinforce segregation. Sometimes because the people there have less power to resist. And sometimes as part of a direct effort to replace or eliminate Black neighborhoods.”
He described Reconnecting Communities as a broad “principle” of his department — not just a single program — to help remake infrastructure, with many efforts underway.
The Transportation Department has aimed to help communities that feel racially harmed by highway expansions, with the Federal Highway Administration last year taking a rare step to pause a proposed $9 billion widening project in Houston, partly over civil rights concerns. That move likely spurred action in other places such as Austin, Texas, where environmental and racial justice groups recently filed a lawsuit to force the Texas transportation agency to better lay out the impacts of a proposed highway expansion there.
Buttigieg, a former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, who unsuccessfully ran for president in 2020, drew fire from some Republicans earlier this year when he said the federal government had an obligation to address the harms of racist design in highways. “There’s trees they’re putting in, they’re saying that highways are racially discriminatory. I don’t know how a road can be that,” DeSantis said in February, dismissing it as “woke.”
In his remarks Thursday, Buttigieg pushed back at critics, noting that “there is nothing sacred about the status quo” with roads and bridges.
“They are not divinely ordained; they are decisions,” he said. “And we can make better decisions than what came before.”
Under the program, $195 million in competitive grants is to be awarded this year, of which $50 million will be devoted for communities to conduct planning studies.
The department will also launch a “Thriving Communities” initiative to provide technical support for potential projects that serve disadvantaged communities alongside the Housing and Urban Development Department.
The Transportation Department has previously estimated it could help as many as 20 U.S. communities under the new program to remove portions of interstates and redesign streets by tapping into other transportation funds. According to the department, communities that win the Reconnecting Communities grants but still need additional funds will be prioritized in their applications for other pots of federal transportation money. Dozens more communities could derive benefit from the planning grants.
“Prior to 2021, the idea that we would deal with highway infrastructure that has divided communities was very much a fringe idea,” said Ben Crowther, coordinator for the Boston-based Freeway Fighters Network, which is supported by the Congress for the New Urbanism. “The Biden administration has really transformed that into mainstream thinking. We are thinking now this is something that is possible — that you can remove a highway and instead build safe streets that are walkable, add housing and address other community needs besides travel time.” | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/buttigieg-launches-1b-pilot-to-build-racial-equity-in-roads/ | 2022-07-01T00:18:23Z |
Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike not running in Preakness
(AP) - Rich Strike will not run in the Preakness after his major upset to win the Kentucky Derby, keeping horse racing from having a Triple Crown winner for a fourth consecutive year.
Owner Rich Dawson made the stunning announcement Thursday, 10 days before the race in Maryland.
Dawson said he and trainer Eric Reed agreed to stick with the initial plan for Rich Strike and rest him for five weeks. Rich Strike, at 80-1, was the biggest long shot to win the Derby in more than a century. Only Donerail in 1913 paid more to win.
The plan now is to have Rich Strike ready to run in the Belmont Stakes on June 11. Dawson said it was wise for the colt to get extra rest and not face a short, two-week turnaround at Pimlico.
“It’s very, very tempting to alter our course and run in the Preakness at Pimlico, which would be a great honor for all our group,” Dawson said in a news release. “However, after much discussion and consideration … we are going to stay with our plan of what’s best for Ritchie.
“We thank the wonderful Preakness and Pimlico folks that have reached out and very much appreciate the invite.”
Reed did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment
Rich Strike was not expected to be the morning line favorite for the Preakness, with Derby runner-up Epicenter and Kentucky Oaks winner Secret Oath set to be part of the field. He could have been the first Derby winner not to go off as the Preakness post time favorite since 2012 when I’ll Have Another won the first two legs of the Triple Crown.
With Rich Strike’s surprise withdrawal, the Preakness will go on without the official Derby champion for the second time in four years. Country House and disqualified winner Maximum Security skipped the race in 2019.
Bob Baffert-trained Medina Spirit finished third in the 2021 Preakness after testing positive for a substance not allowed on race day in post-Derby testing. Mandaloun, who was elevated to the 2021 Derby win long after Medina Spirit tested positive, did not run in the Preakness last year.
Rich Strike’s incredible charge past the leaders down the stretch at Churchill Downs after not being in the Derby field became one of the biggest upsets in sports. The owners, Reed and jockey Sonny Leon had all never won the race.
Adding to the impressive tale, Rich Strike had only one once before and had been claimed for $30,000 — pennies in racing and unlikely for Derby-caliber horses.
Neither Reed nor the Maryland Jockey Club immediately responded to a messages seeking comment.
With Rich Strike pointing to the Belmont, the Preakness appears to be a wide-open race with horses back from the Derby, potentially including Zandon and fourth-place finisher Simplification. Trainer Chad Brown, who saddles Zandon, is also expected to enter Early Voting.
Horse racing has had two recent Triple Crown winners: American Pharoah in 2015 and Justify in 2018. Each was trained by Baffert, who is currently serving a suspension in Kentucky for medication violations that is being observed in Maryland and elsewhere. Baffert transferred Derby horses Taiba and Messier to former assistant Tim Yakteen.
Neither is expected to run in the Preakness.
Longtime Baffert friend D. Wayne Lukas confirmed Wednesday filly Secret Oath would run in the Preakness and decided to pick a different race next Saturday for Ethereal Road — the horse who was scratched to make room in the Derby for Rich Strike.
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PITTSBURGH, April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a thermostat that would be easier to manage by an individual," said the inventor from Union City, Ga. "I created this technological thermostat to provide convenience to one's livelihood and provide broader range of control options."
He created a prototype for the patent-pending SMART TEMP that fulfills the need for a proposed smart and programmable thermostat. This device would have smart technology operating features, including voice control, remote access via Bluetooth or other wireless connectivity options, touchscreen technology, mobile device compatibility and more. Additionally, this device could be applied to any residence or commercial building application.
The original design was submitted to the Atlanta sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-AAT-4554, 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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Revolutionary next-generation solution for operation and command centers enables real-time critical decision-making and collaboration for defense, government, enterprise, and public safety organizations
MONTREAL, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - July 14, 2022 - Haivision Systems Inc. ("Haivision") (TSX: HAI), a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming, networking, and visual collaboration solutions, today announced the release of Haivision Command 360™, its next-generation critical visual collaboration platform for today's extended operations and command and control environments. Command 360 enables response teams to make real-time decisions by centralizing all video, data, communication, and visualization sources into a fully secure multi-site video wall solution.
Command 360 is the first major new release stemming from Haivision's recent acquisition of Haivision MCS, LLC (formerly CineMassive Displays, LLC), highlighting the successful integration of the company and leveraging product, technology, and sales synergies. Command 360 is the result of years of advanced visualization experience in the most demanding environments including combat command centers, global security operation centers, cyber security response centers, network operation centers, real-time crime centers, and joint emergency response centers.
"The release of Command 360 is a major milestone for our company," expressed Mirko Wicha, President and CEO of Haivision. "This disruptive platform delivers real-time information to empower informed, mission-critical decisions. Command 360 embodies Haivision's approach to security, scalability, real-time performance, and unmatched reliability."
Unlike complex, hardware centric solutions requiring extensive programming, the Command 360 software platform can be rapidly set up and fully operational using its intuitive configuration wizard. Once operational, Command 360 delivers the advanced functionality needed to coordinate and manage an entire operations center through its easy-to-use, secure, browser-based user interface.
Today, global enterprises, defense, government, and public safety organizations are under intense pressure to collaborate seamlessly across a range of locations. Command 360 is designed to effortlessly scale from a central operations center to support remote or portable systems as well as geographically distributed multi-site locations, with no impact on performance.
"Customers want a visual collaboration platform that's quick to set up and deploy but must also provide the flexibility to scale. With Command 360, we created a browser-based solution that's incredibly easy to set up and can be integrated to provide end users with a streamlined operational workflow almost immediately," said Mahmoud Al-Daccak, CTO of Haivision. "Unlike anything else on the market, users also have unlimited multi-site and remote scalability capabilities enabling them to quickly and easily incorporate geographically distributed systems and remote teams within a single platform."
Command 360 is one of the most secure visual collaboration platforms in the world, created to meet industry defense-grade and enterprise zero-trust model standards, including over one hundred new security features, giving users complete confidence in the security of their data, communications, and operations. The Command 360 open architecture enables seamless integration with Haivision's complete range of live video encoding, distribution, monitoring, and recording solutions.
Haivision Command 360 is now available. For more information, register for the live webinar – Introducing Haivision Command 360 – taking place on Thursday, July 28 at 12pm ET.
Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming, networking, and visual collaboration solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded four Emmys® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. To learn more, visit Haivision at haivision.com.
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A federal judge in Texas on Wednesday declared unconstitutional an Affordable Care Act requirement that insurers and employers offer plans that cover HIV-prevention drugs for free, saying it violates the religious freedom of a Christian-owned company.
The ruling came as part of a broader decision that was a partial victory to Obamacare opponents who challenged the Affordable Care Act mandate for coverage of preventive services without charge.
US District Judge Reed O'Connor ruled that the requirement that employers offer insurance plans that cover HIV-prevention pills, known as PrEP drugs, violates the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
Braidwood Management, a Texas-based company that employs 70 people, argued that the mandate facilitated behavior to which it has religious objections.
The mandate, the plaintiffs argued in its initial complaint, "forces religious employers to provide coverage for drugs that facilitate and encourage homosexual behavior, prostitution, sexual promiscuity, and intravenous drug use."
It remains unclear whether the ruling will apply only to Braidwood Management or will affect Americans nationwide. O'Connor did not issue a nationwide injunction or vacate the rule. He has requested both sides file additional briefs relating to the scope of relief by Friday.
"What happens next remains a wide open question as to whom it affects," said Tim Jost, emeritus professor at the Washington and Lee University School of Law.
O'Connor also asked both parties to file supplemental briefs on claims related to the Affordable Care Act's contraceptive mandate, a longstanding target of conservatives. The Trump administration expanded exemptions for employers who have religious or moral objections to the mandate, which the Supreme Court upheld in 2020. The Biden administration has indicated it would amend the rule.
Free preventive services at risk
As part of the ruling, O'Connor declared unconstitutional part of the broader preventive services mandate, which requires insurers and employers to cover at no charge screenings for cancer and heart disease, as well as programs for smoking cessation, among many others.
However, the judge upheld certain free preventive services for children, such as autism and vision screenings and well-baby visits, and for women, such as mammograms, well-woman visits and breastfeeding support programs.
O'Connor also upheld the mandate that provides immunizations at no charge for the flu, hepatitis, measles, shingles and chickenpox.
At issue is whether the United States Preventive Services Task Force, an independent, volunteer panel of national experts in disease prevention and evidence-based medicine, could determine what general preventive services would be covered for adults under the mandate.
The judge ruled that task force violates the Appointments Clause of the US Constitution because its members are not appointed by the president and that the Health and Human Services secretary does not have any control over its recommendations.
It remains to be seen whether O'Connor will seek to enforce his ruling nationwide, but if he does, it could have a major impact on the ability of Americans to receive important health services at no charge.
"If this stands, it will be devastating for preventive care," said Katie Keith, director of the health policy and the law initiative at the O'Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law at Georgetown.
More than 150 million people with private insurance can receive preventive services without cost-sharing under the Affordable Care Act, according to a report published earlier this year by HHS.
"The free preventive care guaranteed by the ACA for over 150 million Americans has become a bedrock of the American health care system, improving health outcomes, reducing disparities in care, and cutting consumer health care costs," said Leslie Dach, chair of Protect Our Care, an advocacy group.
O'Connor did not extend his decision to services covered for women and children, as well as immunizations, because they are determined by other federal agencies.
This story has been updated with additional details.
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BURBANK, Calif., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nickelodeon is whipping up epic culinary adventures in the brand-new series The Tiny Chef Show, premiering Friday, Sept. 9, at 11:30 a.m. (ET/PT). Produced in association with Imagine Kids+Family and Nickelodeon Animation, the series follows the titular social media sensation and herbivore as he introduces and cooks new recipes for the world's tiniest plant-based dishes from his tree-stump home. The Tiny Chef Show will premiere on Nick's preschool platforms in the U.S., as well as Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. channels internationally. Paramount Consumer Products will lead consumer products licensing for Tiny Chef worldwide in partnership with Imagine Kids+Family.
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About Nickelodeon
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LONG BEACH, Calif., May 10, 2022
- The groundbreaking SV6 EV stripped chassis is being showcased at the 2022 ACT Expo
- Set to shape the future of last-mile deliveries, the SV6 EV delivers peerless performance and environmental credentials
- SEA Electric provides the lightest, most cost-effective and best-performing EV solutions available to the market
/PRNewswire/ -- SEA Electric will showcase its latest developments on the game-changing SV6 EV stripped chassis at the upcoming Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, to be held at Long Beach, CA, from May 9th to 12th.
The ACT Expo is the largest clean fleet event of its type, and the perfect backdrop to reveal further aspects of the SV6 EV platform, which was recently announced at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis, IN.
Caption: The groundbreaking SV6 EV stripped chassis is being showcased at the 2022 ACT Expo
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More information on SEA Electric is available at www.sea-electric.com.
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About SEA Electric
Global automotive technology company SEA Electric was founded in Australia in 2012, creating its proprietary electric power-system technology (known as SEA-Drive(R)) for the world's urban delivery and distribution fleets, as well as front powered school bus applications.
Widely recognized as a market leader in the electrification of commercial vehicles on a global basis, SEA Electric commands a global presence, deploying product in six countries including USA, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Indonesia, and South Africa with collectively more than one million miles of independently OEM-tested and in-service international operation.
The company's global sales, after-sales and engineering are represented in all subsidiaries, whilst North America is home to the company's headquarters.
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GALILEO ANNOUNCES THE START OF REVENUE GENERATION AND ITS EXPANSION PLAN.
BRAMPTON, ON, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- August 10, 2022 -- Galileo Life Sciences Inc. (OTC: MDRM) (also known as Modern Mobility Aids Inc): ("Galileo or the "Company"), is a tech- enabled, healthcare service provider in Ontario, on a mission to make healthcare simple, accessible, and efficient for everyone. The Company's platform bridges gaps in the healthcare ecosystem through technology and innovation, providing easy access to primary-care physicians through its virtual walk-in clinics located in pharmacies for a one-stop medical visit by patients.
Galileo Life Sciences (Canada) Inc, a division of Galileo Life Science Inc (Nevada) currently has three clinics operating in the Toronto metro area with a plan to have twenty-five clinics operational by end of 2022. The Company has an agreement with 2542153 Ontario Inc, to provide licensed physicians trained in virtual care to Galileo clinics.
"Virtual-Care and digital health technology can be an effective tool to provide patients access to high-quality care and we are pleased to continue executing against our business model into 2022," said Tito DiMarco, CEO of Galileo Life Sciences Inc., "Our agreement with 2542153 to provide primary-care practitioners and specialists referrals to our patients is a great achievement for the Company and it has enabled the company to start generating revenue" "Over the past six months, Galileo has seen transformative growth and we are very focused on a pathway to expansion and profitability".
- The vision of Galileo Life Sciences Inc is to expand globally and provide healthcare providers worldwide the technology and training in virtual care so that they may access patients in remote areas in their respective countries.
- Unlike most telehealth platforms, which offer only video calls with a physician, who is unable to examine the patient, The Galileo Smart Clinics platform enables the physicians to examine the patient virtually in real-time, thus providing high-quality care.
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About Galileo Life Sciences Inc.
Galileo Life Sciences Inc. (Formerly known as Modern Mobility Aids Inc) is a company strategically focused on the telehealth and telemedicine industry. The company is dedicated to offering the most robust telehealth platform incorporating AI and IOT so that anyone can get access to quality healthcare regardless of location and financial status. The company is committed to providing access to healthcare to everyone. With the company's services, physicians can get direct access to the patient's vitals and examine the patient in real-time without affecting the quality of care.
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NEW YORK, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bansk Group ("Bansk"), a consumer-focused private investment firm dedicated to building distinctive consumer brands, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in amika and Eva NYC, two of the fastest-growing scaled independent haircare brands in the U.S. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Upon the close of the transaction, amika and Eva NYC will continue to operate as individual brands under their respective brand presidents, Chelsea Riggs and Jane Moran. In partnership with Bansk Group, the brands will seek to expand their reach across customers, channels, and geographies, while continuing to be industry leaders in sustainability, efficacy, and innovation.
"We are excited to partner with brands that share our vision for the future of the beauty and haircare industry," said Chris Kelly, Partner at Bansk Group. "Consumer interest in high-quality haircare has accelerated in recent years, following the premiumization trends we have seen in other beauty and personal care categories. Today's haircare consumers are increasingly passionate and educated about the quality of the haircare products they use – and how those products are formulated – driving exciting growth opportunities in prestige and masstige hair. Both amika and Eva NYC have built distinctive brands founded on proven efficacy, sustainability, and inclusivity, and are leaders in driving and celebrating innovation and diversity – well positioning them to capture this growth."
"We are thrilled to join forces with Bansk to build on our momentum and accelerate the reach of our mission of friend to hair, hairstylist, people, and the planet in North America and international markets," said Chelsea Riggs, amika Brand President. "Since inception, amika has pushed the boundaries of beauty to create the very best products that are also accessible, responsible, and beloved by both professionals and consumers. We are confident that the brand will continue to excel with Bansk's support and guidance."
"Today's announcement is a testament to our steadfast commitment to creating a high-quality product and sustainability-focused brand that our consumers love," said Jane Moran, Eva NYC Brand President. "We look forward to our new partnership with Bansk and leveraging their expertise to take Eva NYC to new heights."
Over multiple decades in the consumer industry, members of the Bansk team have developed a track record of building exceptional beauty and personal care brands. amika and Eva NYC will be the firm's second and third acquisitions in the beauty category, following the firm's 2020 acquisition of Ethique, a mission-driven, B-Corp-certified brand offering a comprehensive range of waterless, plastic-free beauty & personal care products.
Financo | Raymond James served as financial advisor and Sidley Austin LLP acted as legal counsel to amika and Eva NYC. Jefferies served as financial advisor and Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP acted as legal counsel to Bansk Group.
About Bansk Group
Founded in 2019, Bansk Group is a New York-based private investment firm focused on investing in and building distinctive consumer brands. With over $2 billion in assets under management, the firm partners with differentiated brands across four primary consumer categories: beauty & personal care, consumer health, food & beverage, and household products.
Bansk's tenured group of investors and operators have invested more than $30 billion of equity capital across more than 40 transactions with some of the most innovative and well-known consumer companies in the world. With more than three decades of investment experience in the consumer products industry, a global network of relationships, and a tested value creation playbook, Bansk seeks to partner with exceptional founders and management teams to drive outsized organic and acquisitive growth and to position brands for enduring long-term success in the evolving consumer landscape. www.banskgroup.com
About amika
Since its founding in 2009, amika has grown to become one of the largest independent haircare brands in the U.S. and is the only independent brand of scale that sits at the intersection of professional, prestige, and digital channels. amika's clean and highly effective portfolio of haircare products and tools has earned the brand numerous accolades, including its standing as a Top 10 hair brand at Sephora, #2 partner brand at SalonCentric, and one of WWD's Most Powerful Beauty Brands. Through its commitment to professional-quality products and an inclusive ethos, amika has built a passionate and diverse community of consumers and salon professionals.
About Eva NYC
Founded in 2012, Eva NYC is one of the fastest growing masstige haircare brands in the U.S., with a deep focus on sustainability, affordability, and proven results. The brand was named one of the Top 10 fastest growing haircare brands by Tribe Dynamics, the #1 fastest growing mass hair brand at Ulta, and the #1 fastest growing hair brand at Sally Beauty for the third consecutive year. As the only masstige haircare brand with an aluminum portfolio that is 100 percent recyclable, certified cruelty-free, vegan, non-GMO, and free of harmful ingredients, Eva NYC combines powerful, clean ingredients with innovative technologies and a leading network of U.S. retail distribution partnerships to reach a growing number of sustainably-minded customers each day.
Contacts
Bansk Group
Woomi Yun / Erik Carlson
Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher
212-355-4449
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KU Football holds its 2022 Media Day
LAWRENCE, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas football held its 2022 Media Day on Wednesday, and if there’s one thing this team is in agreement on, it’s how different this year feels.
“We’ll never stop emphasizing the avoidance of bad football,” said offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki. “The ability to grow from just focusing on that, to now growing, for our world, to being more explosive, and winning situational football, has been a big emphasis for us this fall camp.”
There’s a shift in this 2022 team, and everyone from coaches to players is on board with it.
“You know I think the vibe of just, how locked in everyone’s been.,” said wide receiver Quentin Skinner. “The drive of how we kinda ended last year, I think the opportunities are through the roof for us.”
There’s also an increase in internal competition. With more depth at select positions like running back, the team says everyone is fighting harder.
“It’s definitely a competitive group,” said running back Devin Neal on the running back room. “We’re all kind of just building off each other, just keep on getting better every day, and the comradery between the group is really good too. We’re tight group of guys.”
For starting quarterback Jalon Daniels, having an athletic and fast backup in Jason Bean is pushing him too.
“You know at the end of the day we’re just trying to see each other get better,” said Daniels. “Since he’s gotten here I feel like me and him have grown a very good relationship, and my relationship with him kinda reminds me of me and Miles Kendrick’s relationship when he was here.”
Head coach Lance Leipold talked about what type of team he wants his second squad at KU to be.
“One that’s not gonna beat itself,” said Leipold. “My expectations in intensity will be the same if we’re down by 30 or up by 30. And I think for us, to build this and build this correctly, for the consistency and over the long haul, that has to be at the forefront.”
The Jayhawks open their 2022 campaign on September 2nd at 7:00 p.m. at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.
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ATLANTA, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kutak Rock is pleased to announce that Elizabeth Fite has rejoined its national litigation practice group as a transition partner and will be resident in the firm's Atlanta office. Ms. Fite is a business litigator and recognized trial attorney with significant experience handling complex liability and wrongful death lawsuits, resolving business disputes, and representing DeKalb County in public safety matters. Licensed in Georgia and Florida, her experience deepens the firm's litigation capabilities in the Southeast. She most recently served the state's legal community as the 59th President of the State Bar of Georgia, whose membership consists of more than 52,000 lawyers.
"Elizabeth is widely regarded as a dedicated and extremely accomplished attorney with more than 17 years of diverse business litigation experience," said Debra Thompson, managing partner of Kutak Rock's Atlanta and Tallahassee offices. "Elizabeth has handled a wide variety of litigation in Georgia and Florida and her vast experience will position our clients for success as we continue to grow our presence in the Southeast. Elizabeth will be an invaluable resource and we are thrilled that she has returned to Kutak Rock."
Prior to rejoining Kutak Rock, Ms. Fite served as the co-founder of a law firm focused on representing plaintiffs who have suffered catastrophic injuries in commercial vehicle accidents.
"I am excited to begin this new chapter of my career at Kutak Rock," remarked Fite. "This will be a unique and exciting opportunity to build on an already great infrastructure that reflects Kutak Rock's focus on client service and collaborative culture. I have so much respect for the people here and I am proud to work alongside the firm's deep and talented bench of lawyers. It's good to be back."
In May 2022 Ms. Fite was named one of "Georgia's Most Influential Politically Connected Attorneys 2022" by James Magazine. The list recognizes lawyers who shape public or private politics—sometimes behind the scenes—in the interconnected world of law, business and politics.
In 2018 Ms. Fite was honored as one of the Daily Report's "On the Rise," a list of Georgia's best attorneys age 40 and under. She has been named one of Georgia's Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars several years in a row and has received multiple awards from the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia for her service to both the public and the profession. Additionally, she has served as a member of the Judicial COVID-19 Task Force working with judges and lawyers to keep dockets moving during the pandemic.
Ms. Fite earned her J.D. from Emory University School of Law and her B.A. from Hendrix College. She is admitted to practice in Georgia and Florida.
With a footprint spanning 19 offices in 14 states and the District of Columbia, Kutak Rock's 550+ attorneys work seamlessly to provide clients excellent, responsive legal services. The firm's multidisciplinary practice comprises more than 25 areas of focus and dozens of discrete specialties. For more information, see www.KutakRock.com.
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"The story of The Band began with Ronnie Hawkins. He was our mentor. He taught us the rules of the road," the post read.
According to The Band's website, Hawkins was born in Arkansas, but called Canada his home. He was a member of the group Ronnie Hawkins & The Hawks which rose to fame in the early 1960's.
"Hawkins himself was practically Toronto's answer to Elvis Presley," The Band said on their website.
Roberston said on Facebook, "Ronnie was the godfather. The one who made this all happen. He had us rehearsing constantly into the wee hours. We balked about it, but we got better and better. Our goal whether we knew it or not."
"After the Hawks left Ron and went out on our own, we joined up with Bob Dylan. Next the Hawks became The Band and the rest is history, as they say," Robertson summarized. "All starting out with Ronnie Hawkins."
Robertson said "He was not only a great artist, a tremendous performer and bandleader, but had a style of humor unequaled. Fall down funny and completely unique. Yep, God only made one of those. And he will live in our hearts forever."
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PHOENIX, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- President, CEO and Founder of Integro Bank, Thomas J. Inserra announced today that it received final regulatory approvals from the State of Arizona and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to disburse its capital from escrow and open the bank. This means the bank is now legally chartered and that its customer deposits have federal deposit insurance protection from the FDIC.
"Our team successfully collected approximately $29.0 million in capital from 207 business owners and individual shareholders who invested in our common stock. They are now co-owners of the bank", said Inserra. "Many indicated that our 'Why' and our Mission resonated. Our Mission is to help small businesses grow and increase employment. Our 'Why' is because increasing employment at small businesses lifts people up and transforms lives."
The bank will continue to raise capital under the terms of its offering materials while it completes final testing of its digital technologies and its innovative Integro360™ services, which were designed as a consultative solution to help small businesses accelerate growth.
Chief Banking Officer Mary Borg stated: "With 85% of small business owners indicating they are unhappy with their bank, we are experiencing strong interest for Integro360™ services from both investors and prospective small business clients, because it is viewed as a compelling differentiator setting us apart from other banks."
"As a result of strong demand, we are requesting that small business owners and potential clients contact us to schedule a meeting to learn about Integro360™ and the unique services of the bank," said Marcelo Mills, Head of Business Banking. Mills stated: "We wanted to organize all the inquiries, so we added a Reservation request button on the www.integrobank.com website so it is easy to schedule a meeting convenient for each person."
Integro Bank first applied for its banking charter on June 15, 2021 and, since then, its officers participated in capital raise activities, organizing the bank and developing its technology and services.
In commenting about the bank's launch, Chief Innovation Officer Elaine Szeto said: "Investors expressed the "wow" factor upon learning about Integro360™ and our innovative technology solutions. Investor interest in privately-held stock in light of recent market volatility also contributed to the success of our capital raise."
"Be sure to watch for an announcement in July, regarding the next phase of our launch," said Thomas Inserra. "July will be an opportunity for small business owners to declare their independence from banking service providers who are not meeting their needs."
About Integro Bank
Integro Bank is a small business bank based in Phoenix, Arizona (USA). Our proprietary Integro360™ consultative approach and CEO Club are designed to help small businesses grow and maximize employment. To learn how you can make an impact, help small businesses, and become a co-owner of your own bank, or to become a client, visit: www.integrobank.com
Media Contact:
Thomas Inserra, President and CEO at investor.support@integrobank.com or (602) 805-5088.
This is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy Integro Bank's common stock. Offers may be made only by an offering circular. To obtain a copy of the offering circular investors may visit: www.integrobank.com by selecting "Become an Investor" and carefully reading the circular before subscribing to purchase any Integro Bank common stock.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — It’s time to get that haircut you’ve been wanting to get for quite some time now, or maybe you just need to get lined up and your fade back to looking elite as it once was.
That’s right, we’re talking about getting back into your favorite barbershop or maybe even finding a new spot to get cut. It’s Barber Day in the U.S.! “Every state strives to do good for its community. The local barber will always know what’s needed and how to fix the community’s woes,” NationalToday says.
We know that finding a new barber can be intimidating, especially if you’ve just moved to a new state/city. We’ve got your back, don’t you worry. We took a look at Yelp’s list of the 10 best barbers in Dallas that’ll get your feeling right after an hour in the chair:
- Alton’s Old School Barbershop – Lakewood
- Culwell & Son Grooming Room
- Preston Forest Barbers – North Dallas
- Dallas Fades Barbershop – East Dallas
- Brownie’s Barber Shop – Oak lawn
- Mike Blend’s Master Barbers – North Dallas
- Bonafide Barber Shop – Lower Greenville
- Kutinfed Barber Shop – Lake Highlands
- Floyd’s 99 Barbershop – Lower Greenville
- Cowboy Up Men’s Salon
If you don’t see your favorite barber/barbershop here, be sure to reach out on social media to let us know who we need to check out! | https://cw33.com/news/local/these-are-the-best-barbers-around-dallas-according-to-yelp-reviewers/ | 2022-09-16T18:19:28Z |
The Attic Interview Series, Featuring EUC Experts and Visionaries, Now Available Everywhere You Get Your Podcasts
SAN FRANCISCO, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IGEL, provider of the managed endpoint operating system for secure access to any digital workspace, today announced that its podcast series "The Attic" is now available across all major podcast stations, including Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music and more. The podcast offers an insider view of an increasingly critical part of the tech world, featuring interviews with leading end-user computing (EUC) industry innovators, entrepreneurs and thought leaders. Now, as it enters its second season, The Attic is available on both YouTube as well as on all major podcast channels.
Hosted by IGEL CEO Jed Ayres, the podcast digs deep into the remarkable origin stories of its guests, uncovering how an entrepreneurial DNA plays an early role in the lives of these leading executives. Each episode offers a freewheeling chat with major players in the EUC space, as they share their stories about how they got their start in tech, built successful companies and what they learned about leadership along the way. The podcast's title pays homage to the original attic in Bremen, Germany where IGEL first got its start 20 years ago by exploring startup and growth stories across the industry.
Tune in to listen to all eight episodes of The Attic's first season which include interviews with:
- Episode 1: Mark Templeton, a towering figure in the EUC world who led Citrix to massive growth.
- Episode 2: Brian Madden, legendary EUC blogger and Lead Technologist in VMware's EUC Office of the CTO
- Episode 3: Tyler Rohrer, Founder of Remotely and Co-Founder of Liquidware
- Episode 4: Kevin Goodman, Director of Product Management for AWS
- Episode 5: Nabeel Youakim, Chief Development Officer for Tehama
- Episode 6: Sanjay Poonen, EUC visionary, previously with VMware and SAP
- Episode 7: Christiaan Brinkhoff, EUC influencer and Principal Product Manger and Community Lead for Microsoft Windows 365
- Episode 8: Tarkan Maner, EUC entrepreneur and former Wyse CEO, Nexenta CEO and Nutanix CCO
"Famous tech companies start in humble places and the twists and turns in their growth make for fascinating stories," said Ron Bowman, Vice President, Digital and Communications, IGEL. "The Attic is a home where these stories are explored so we can all learn from the different ways the magic happens to create, accelerate and disrupt the industry. We're excited to now make this ongoing, thought-provoking and often surprising series available to everyone on their podcast channel of choice."
New episodes are added to The Attic every month. Tune in to The Attic by subscribing to the IGEL YouTube Channel or visit The Attic on PodBean for direct links to all of the ways to listen in on your preferred podcast platform.
About IGEL
Today, the world of work is hybrid. Multiple clouds can deliver applications sourced from anywhere to a widely distributed workforce using all types of devices. Right at the moment when the world of work needs it most, IGEL has the solution for fully managed, secure endpoint access to any digital workspace that gives IT teams strong control and end-users the freedom to work as they wish in a hybrid world. Enabling choice of any cloud, from any device, anywhere, IGEL unlocks a collaborative and productive end user computing experience while solving the common security and management challenges required to compete and win in today's world of hybrid work. With a growing ecosystem of more than 100 IGEL Ready technology partners, IGEL has offices in Europe and the United States and is represented by partners in over 50 countries. For more information on IGEL, visit www.igel.com.
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Pilot project will gain insights on spam rejection performance and customer experience
SEATTLE, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RealNetworks® (NASDAQ: RNWK), a leader in AI-powered digital media software and services, today announced a pilot program with Vodafone Germany to launch a new service called Vodafone CallProtect. Vodafone CallProtect will warn Vodafone Germany customers of potential fraudulent, scam, or spam-type calls. The technology behind CallProtect is RealNetworks' KONTXT®, an AI-based anti-spam solution for messaging and voice calls, which includes the KONTXT Reputation Service database.
The benefit of RealNetworks technology is the offering of a rich feature set for anti-fraud protection for both voice calls and messaging. Clients of KONTXT decide which modules are activated for data analysis and customer protection. The Vodafone CallProtect pilot project will use the KONTXT Android SDK for call enrichment and the KONTXT Reputation Service for number lookups. The KONTXT Reputation Service database contains known spam numbers provided from leading spam database providers. The Reputation Service is also capable of MSISDN risk rating based on the latest AI/ML technology.
Vodafone CallProtect will be integrated into the Vodafone Secure Net service for Android. Vodafone Secure Net is a mobile network-based security product that helps protect Vodafone customers' mobile devices. When connected to the Vodafone mobile network in Germany, it automatically blocks harmful sites and quickly protects against viruses before they can cause harm. Secure Net users will be able to activate and deactivate the service. Once activated, all incoming calls will be matched against a database to verify if the calling number is a known spam or scam number. If a positive match is detected, an informational message is displayed on the user's phone allowing them to reject the call.
"Global fraudulent call activities increased substantially since the outbreak of the pandemic, which led to the launch of this initiative," said Mathias Grünwald, Director Sales at RealNetworks. "We are excited about Vodafone's decision to partner with RealNetworks to take advantage of our leading anti-fraud solution KONTXT to protect their customers".
CallProtect will be provided for free to existing Vodafone Secure Net users in Germany. The pilot project will be active for six months starting from the launch of the CallProtect service. The goal of the pilot is to gain insights about user acceptance and assess the performance of the service.
About RealNetworks' KONTXT
Building on a rich history of digital media expertise and innovation, RealNetworks® has created a new generation of products that employ best-in-class artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance and secure our daily lives. KONTXT® (kontxt.com) is an industry-leading NLP (Natural Language Processing) platform for categorizing and blocking spam and fraudulent text messages, images, and voice calls, to help carriers build customer loyalty and drive new revenue through text message classification and antispam. For more information, visit: realnetworks.com.
Media Contact:
Deena Rataezyk
drataezyk@realnetworks.com
425-373-6100
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Etsy sellers protest fees by halting their sales for a week
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO
The Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) — Some vendors on Etsy say they are halting sales of their items on the site for a week to protest a hike in the fees the crafts e-commerce marketplace charges them. Starting Monday, Etsy sellers must pay a 6.5% commission on each transaction, up from the 5% in place since 2018. A protest organizer, Kristi Cassidy, said thousands of Etsy vendors _ a fraction of the 5.3 million vendors on the site _ have temporarily halted selling their items. An Etsy executive says the new fee structure will enable the company to increase investments in marketing and customer support. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/04/11/etsy-sellers-protest-fees-by-halting-their-sales-for-a-week/ | 2022-04-11T23:41:04Z |
TORONTO, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or "the Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) announces that John Karnes has been appointed Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") of the Company effective June 6, 2022. Mr. Karnes will replace Steve Thompson, Wi-LAN Inc.'s CFO, who is currently interim-CFO of Quarterhill.
Mr. Karnes is an experienced technology executive with more than 20 years spent in CFO roles within both publicly traded and private equity enterprises. Specifically, he has extensive experience in CFO roles with public companies listed on the NYSE and NASDAQ, including Mariner Energy (NYSE: ME), The Houston Exploration Company (NYSE: THX), CyberCash, Inc. (NASDAQ: CYCH) and KiOR, Inc. (NASDAQ: KiOR), where he led during periods of transformation characterized by acquisition and integration, while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Mr. Karnes will be based in Dallas, Texas.
"John's skills and experience are an excellent fit for Quarterhill at this stage in our evolution," said Bret Kidd, CEO of Quarterhill. "His strategic leadership, extensive capital markets experience and lengthy M&A track record combined with the requisite focus on disciplined planning, execution and compliance are well suited to help drive our ITS growth plans. Further, he brings a foundation in technology and SaaS along with a keen understanding of customer service in complex, project-based relationships, which are both well-suited to our current business as well as to new growth opportunities we are pursuing."
Most recently, Mr. Karnes was CFO of Ontellus, a leading US SaaS health record exchange network connecting over 190,000 national physician groups and hospital systems to some of the country's largest insurance carriers. Previously, he was CFO at Vertafore, a SaaS provider to the insurance industry with more than US$500 million in revenue, and Alert Logic, a national leader in cybersecurity. Mr. Karnes began his career as an attorney with Kirkland & Ellis LLP where he specialized in securities offerings and compliance, as well as M&A. Mr. Karnes has an accounting degree from The University of Texas at Austin and a law degree from Southern Methodist University.
Mr. Kidd added: "In addition to welcoming John, I also want to thank Steve for stepping into the interim-CFO role in January. His attitude, commitment and knowledge of the business made him an ideal partner and a steady hand during my early months as Quarterhill's CEO. Steve reflects the deep pool of talent at Wi-LAN Inc. and I look forward to continuing to work with him as he resumes his full-time CFO role there."
Quarterhill is a leading provider of tolling and enforcement solutions in the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) industry, as well as, through its Wi-LAN Inc. subsidiary, a leader in Intellectual Property licensing. Our goal is global leadership in ITS, via organic growth of the Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC) and International Road Dynamics, Inc. (IRD) platforms, and by continuing an acquisition-oriented investment strategy that capitalizes on attractive growth opportunities within ITS and its adjacent markets. Quarterhill is listed on the TSX under the symbol QTRH and on the OTCQX Best Market under the symbol QTRHF. For more information, visit www.quarterhill.com
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Officers rescue father, son from sinking boat
BOSTON (WVCB) - A father and son were rescued from the chilly waters of Boston Harbor after their boat struck some rocks.
Their rescue was caught on camera by the Boston police harbor unit that saved them.
In the video, the two men are seen struggling to stay above water and clinging to a blue cooler.
“As we approached, we saw just a tip of a submerged vessel,” Officer Garrett Boyle said.
The unit got a call around 6:35 p.m. Wednesday of a boat sinking.
“Once we saw the boat first, I think we both knew right then, that yeah there were two people somewhere here,” Officer Stephen Merrick said.
Merrick and Boyle quickly spotted the two men.
“You could see the fear in their face, they were cold,” Merrick said. “They looked very tired and weak.”
Merrick was behind the wheel as Boyle leaned over the bow, grabbing the 76-year-old father who was wearing an orange life jacket and hoisting him out of the water.
Boyle quickly begins helping the son who is clinging to the police boat.
The men were lobster fishing when they say a tangled trap wire killed their engines, causing their boat to crash into rocks.
“It punctured the hull and they began to take on water pretty quickly inside,” Boyle said.
The officers checked out both men on board while they were heading back to shore where EMS was waiting.
Both men are reported to be doing OK.
Copyright 2022 WVCB via CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/08/26/caught-camera-officers-rescue-father-son-sinking-boat/ | 2022-08-26T14:49:25Z |
All users can access 1,024GB (1TB) of free cloud storage
SUNNYVALE, Calif., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TeraBox, a cloud storage service, recently reached 50M global downloads, signaling the increasing demand for secure and affordable cloud storage.
Offered a large amount of space, users can easily get 1,024 GB (1TB) of cloud storage for free, with the option to upgrade to a Premium membership with expanded features. Focusing on usability and convenience, TeraBox automatically syncs files across devices and backs up photos and videos, as well as saves files to the local storage on users' devices.
"At halfway through 2022, we're thrilled to celebrate this milestone and welcome new users to the platform every day," said Olivia Tian, product lead at TeraBox. "We're dedicated to providing our users with the best cloud storage experience and look forward to the app's continued success."
TeraBox has a dedicated team in Japan, which is where its servers are located. Furthermore, TeraBox leverages Amazon Cloud and Google Cloud to provide high quality services to its worldwide users.
Available for download on Android, iOS, and Windows devices, data can also be accessed online at www.terabox.com.
About TeraBox
TeraBox is an innovative cloud storage app that protects and organizes all the files on a user's device, helping them to quickly back up and navigate photos, important documents, and files with the aid of powerful AI technology. TeraBox enables worldwide users to experience the future of data backup and cloud storage solutions.
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