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WASHINGTON, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Humanity Forward applauds Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) for coming to a bipartisan deal to reduce the skyrocketing price of Insulin for American families and is urging Congress to support and pass the bill into law.
The bill would cap the cost of insulin to $35 per month, which would be a major relief to millions of Americans who depend on the life-saving drug.
"As prices rise for American families, it's increasingly important that we make sure life-saving drugs are within reach," said Paolo Mastgrangelo, Humanity Forward's Head of Government and Policy. "We welcome the efforts by these senators to reach across the aisle and do this on a bipartisan basis, to ensure an immediate and long-lasting fix."
Congress continues to debate the issue of drug prices in bipartisan conversations and in Reconciliation talks as well. Humanity Forward stands ready to work with members in both parties to reduce costs and regulatory burdens on American families.
Humanity Forward is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization dedicated to building bipartisan coalitions to advance the economic interests of the American people through federal policy. Uniquely positioned as America's fastest growing, altruistic advocacy organization, our mission is to advance evidence-based policies designed to strengthen families, generate economic growth, and end poverty.
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LOS ANGELES, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP ("GPM") announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Bakkt Holdings, Inc. f/k/a VPC Impact Acquisition Holdings ("Bakkt" or the "Company") (NYSE: BKKT).
Class Period: March 31, 2021 – November 19, 2021
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: June 20, 2022
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Bakkt lawsuit, you can submit your contact information at www.glancylaw.com/cases/bakkt-holdings-inc/. You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at shareholders@glancylaw.com to learn more about your rights.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) the Company had defective financial controls; (2) as a result, there were errors in the Company's financial statements related to the misclassification of certain shares issued prior to the Business Combination; (3) accordingly, the Company would need to restate certain of its financial statements; (4) the Company downplayed the true scope and severity of these issues; (5) the Company overstated its remediation of its defective financial controls; and (5) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Charles Linehan, Esquire, of GPM, 1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, by email to shareholders@glancylaw.com, or visit our website at www.glancylaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number and number of shares purchased.
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Former Bigs and Littles recognized for their commitment and impact made through mentorship
TAMPA, Fla., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, announced the first class of inductees to its inaugural Alumni Hall of Fame, honoring former Bigs and Littles that have championed the power of mentorship throughout the organization's 116-year history. BBBSA recognizes these leaders whose dedication and achievements have significantly furthered its mission of inspiring young people's passions and empowering them to achieve success in life and career.
The induction ceremony was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, during Big Brothers Big Sisters of America's annual 'Bigger Together' National Conference, supported by Comcast/NBCUniversal and Centene. Nearly 3,000+ in-person and virtual attendees from across the country joined host, Kate Snow, former Big and current NBC Nightly News Sunday Anchor and NBC News Senior National Correspondent, to honor the inductees as they shared inspiring stories about the role we all play in empowering young people and encouraging others to get involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Featuring changemakers and leading executives in business, entertainment, politics, real estate and more, the Big Brothers Big Sisters Alumni Hall of Fame's goal is to honor those whose mentorship impact has left a legacy across the organization and has seen firsthand the life-long impact that these relationships can have on one's life.
The inaugural members of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Alumni Hall of Fame are (in alphabetical order):
- Emily Chen Carrera, Former Big and current BBBSA Board Member, Private Wealth Real Estate Specialist & Chief of Research, Olshan Realty, Inc.
- Tory Green, Former Little and current Special Agent, U.S. Secret Service
- Kate Snow, Former Big and current NBC Nightly News Sunday Anchor and NBC News Senior National Correspondent
- Steve Soboroff, Former Big, Businessman and Los Angeles Police Commissioner
- Mark Tillman, Former 3X Big and past General President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
- The Honorable Robert Wilkins, Former Little and current United States Circuit Judge
- Don Wolf, Former Big and former president of BBBSA's national board, President Emeritus, Do it Best Corp. (posthumous)
"We are honored to celebrate these former Bigs and Littles as the first class of inductees into our Alumni Hall of Fame and recognize their personal journeys as they look back on their mentorship experiences and reflect on how it made an impact on where they are today," says Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. "Among the estimated 20 million alumni Bigs and Littles, these individuals know firsthand the life-long impact that mentorship can have on one's life and they are true champions of our vision to empower every child with a plan for their future, and a mentor whose impact can last a lifetime."
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters' evidence-based approach is designed to create positive youth outcomes, including educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, higher aspirations, greater confidence, and improved relationships. Big Brothers Big Sisters has over 230 local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states. For more information, visit: www.bigbrothersbigsisters.org.
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SANTIAGO, Chile, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ENEL AMÉRICAS S.A. (NYSE: ENIAY) today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously approved the voluntary delisting of its outstanding 4.00% Notes due October 25, 2026 (NYSE: ENIA26A) and 6.60% Notes due December 1, 2026 (NYSE: ENIA26) (collectively, the "Notes") from The New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE") and deregistration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") upon satisfaction of the requirements for deregistration. In connection with its intended delisting, Enel Américas notified the NYSE today that it will apply for voluntary delisting of the Notes and has requested that the Notes be suspended from trading on July 21, 2022. As a result, the last day of trading for the Notes on the NYSE is expected to be on July 20, 2022.
1. Reasons for the Application for Voluntary Delisting of the Notes from the NYSE
On May 31, 2022, Enel Américas announced its intention to voluntarily delist its American Depositary Shares ("ADSs") from the NYSE, to terminate its American Depositary Receipt facility and to deregister with the SEC upon satisfaction of the requirements for deregistration under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). Given these circumstances, Enel Américas has concluded that the costs of compliance, the demand of management's time and resources required to maintain the listing of the Notes on the NYSE and to satisfy the periodic reporting obligations applicable to the Notes under the Exchange Act are greater than the benefits received by Enel Américas and the holders of the Notes. As a result, Enel Américas has decided to file an application for voluntary delisting of the Notes from the NYSE as part of its effort to reduce operational expenses.
2. No Other Listing of the Notes
Enel Américas has not arranged for the listing of the Notes on another national securities exchange in the United States or for quotation of such securities in any other quotation system.
3. Implementation Schedule of Application for Voluntary Delisting of the Notes from the NYSE*
July 1, 2022 Notice to the NYSE of its application to delist the Notes
July 11, 2022 (planned) Submission of Form 25 to the SEC to delist the Notes from the NYSE
July 20, 2022 (planned) Last day of trading on the NYSE
July 21, 2022 (planned) Notes suspended from trading on the NYSE
July 21, 2022 (planned) Effective date of Form 25
* The schedule provided above, including the anticipated effective dates, may be delayed if the SEC objects to the delisting or requests an extended review or for other reasons.
5. Future Actions
On or after the effective date of the Form 25 and following satisfaction of the relevant conditions for terminating its reporting obligations Section 15(d) of the Exchange Act with respect to the Notes, Enel Américas intends to file a Form 15F to terminate its reporting obligations under Section 15(d) of the Exchange Act with respect to the Notes. Enel Américas intends to release further information on such termination of its Section 15(d) reporting obligations with respect to the Notes at a later date.
Enel Américas reserves the right, for any reason, to delay any of the filings described above, to withdraw them prior to effectiveness, and to otherwise change its plans in respect of delisting of the Notes and the termination of its reporting obligations with respect to the Notes under applicable U.S. federal securities laws in any way.
Forward-Looking Statements
This announcement contains statements that could constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of Enel Américas and its management with respect to, among other things: (1) any statements preceded by, followed by or that include the words "believes," "expects," "predicts," "anticipates," "intends," "estimates," "should," "may" or similar expressions; and (2) any statement that is not a historical fact. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, the following: the risk that the delisting from the NYSE or the termination of reporting obligations with the SEC may not occur or may be delayed; and the risk factors discussed in Enel Américas' Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2021 under the heading "Item 3.D. Risk Factors." These forward-looking statements are made only as of the date hereof and Enel Américas undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact:
Investor Relations Department
e-mail: ir.enelamericas@enel.com
Phone: +56 2 2353 4400
Phone: +56 9 9674 9610
Address: Santa Rosa 76, Piso 15, Santiago, Chile
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SOUTHLAKE, Texas, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, and Wingie Enuygun Group, a leading online travel marketplace across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), have announced a multi-year renewal of their GDS agreement to help drive international growth for the travel agency.
Wingie Enuygun has been working with Sabre for more than 7 years, delivering on its vision to help today's traveler save time and money. Under the renewal agreement, Wingie Enuygun will use Sabre Red 360 to deliver highly personalized offers for its customers, by deploying intelligent and consultative services and features on the wingie.com, wingie.ae, sa.wingie.com and enuygun.com domains.
"We are excited to extend our longstanding relationship with Wingie Enuygun," said Altug Bekdemir, General Manager, Sabre Turkey. "The online sector is at the forefront of travel's recovery, so there is a huge opportunity for Wingie Enuygun to position itself for growth. Wingie Enuygun's decision to extend its partnership with Sabre will enable the company to tap into increased traveler demand through this time of 'revenge travel' and beyond."
Wingie Enuygun will use Sabre's marketplace of more than 400 airlines, 750,000 hotel properties, and hundreds of tour operators, rail, car rental and cruise providers, to sell customized travel packages from suppliers around the world.
"We have a great relationship with Sabre, based on many years of mutual trust. By renewing our contract with Sabre and updating our performance through Sabre's advanced technologies, we aim to provide the seamless, quality service that our millions of users seek, thereby improving their travel experience," said Wingie Enuygun CEO and founder, Çağlar Erol.
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Date rape drug test strips handed out in California city as precaution
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (KCAL/KCBS) - A plan to purchase and hand out date rape drug testing kits has been approved in West Hollywood.
It’s all to drive down the number of sexual assaults happening in the area.
“If this would have been available to me at the nightclub New Year’s Eve seven years ago. I would not have been drugged, and I would not have been assaulted,” Keely Field said.
It’s very personal for Field, who advocates for others who have survived sexual assault, “because once they’ve survived it, they’re terrified, they’re scarred for life. And all I can do is help prevent it. It’s preventable.”
Stories like hers that inspired the city council to purchase and hand out drink spiking test strips at bars and nightclubs all over West Hollywood.
With a drop into a cocktail, they test for two common date rape drugs, ketamine and GHB.
The idea is that bars can make them available for any customers who want them so that people have proof if their drink was spiked and a QR code with safety information on what to do next.
“It is a growing problem everywhere,” said Sepi Shyne, mayor pro tem of West Hollywood.
She wants people to know that this program is just one part of a larger push to make nightlife here safer “and to let any predators know you will be caught. You will be caught. We are giving people test strips. Don’t come into our city anymore.”
At a meeting addressing nighttime safety, West Hollywood addressed recent reports about people who believe they were secretly drugged while out on the town.
“Between 2016 and 2021 a report came out in January that there were 30 sexual assaults tied to drink-spiking incidents in the city of West Hollywood, and only three of those have cases filed with the DA,” said Jackie Steele, public safety commissioner.
Steele said 53% of those alleged assaults happened at the same establishment.
She said she wants to see better training and transparency, particularly at that business, as well as updated reports on those cases and better communication between all the departments that work with victims.
Officials are also considering creating a sexual assault task force and looking into getting a mobile unit to help potential victims.
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LA Kings close in on playoff spot with 2-1 win over Ducks
By GREG BEACHAM
AP Sports Writer
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Phillip Danault scored the tiebreaking goal early in the third period, and the Los Angeles Kings solidified their grasp on a playoff spot with a 2-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks. Jonathan Quick made 29 saves in a frequently spectacular performance, and Adrian Kempe scored the first goal in the Kings’ third victory in four games. Los Angeles is closing in on the end of its three-season playoff drought, moving five points clear of Vegas for third place in the Pacific Division. Adam Henrique scored and John Gibson stopped 26 shots for the Ducks. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/19/la-kings-close-in-on-playoff-spot-with-2-1-win-over-ducks/ | 2022-04-20T06:52:55Z |
Musicians West hosts 23rd Annual Piano Festival and Competition in Pocatello
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) - After a two-year hiatus, Musicians West held their 23rd annual Piano Festival and Competition this weekend at the Stephens Performing Arts Center on Idaho State University's campus.
This event has become one of the most prestigious musical events in the region, and will offer $8,000 in prize money and scholarships in this year's competition.
Students from all over the state of Idaho participated in the competition.
The event also featured a masterclass from Spencer Myer, an educator from the Longy School of Music in Boston and Indiana University. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/14/musicians-west-hosts-23rd-annual-piano-festival-and-competition-in-pocatello/ | 2022-05-15T01:55:26Z |
Police chief on gas thefts: “I’ve never seen anything like this”
By James Felton and Jake Vigna
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SEBEWAING, Michigan (WNEM) — As gas prices climb, some have given up on paying for it and are stealing it instead.
On Monday, Sebewaing County Park manager Jason Pierce was trying to figure out why gas from his Huron County work vehicle leaked out. That’s when someone noticed there was a hole drilled into his gas tank.
Authorities believe someone punctured the fuel tank and got away with the gas inside.
“I’m kind of shocked,” Pierce said. “I’ve never heard of that.”
He isn’t alone. Sebewaing Police Chief Steven Repkie tells TV5 a similar incident happened overnight Tuesday into Wednesday at Moore Shoreline Chevrolet Buick.
“It’s very quick, especially with the newer vehicles,” said Repkie. “They have plastic gas tanks, it doesn’t take much to get through them.”
Repkie tells TV5 no arrests have been made yet and his department is actively investigating leads.
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SUZHOU, China, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 19, 2022, Porton Advanced Solutions. (hereinafter referred to as Porton Advanced) announced a strategic cooperation with Suzhou Royaltech Med Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Suzhou Royaltech). This strategic collaboration will further integrate the resources and capabilities of both parties, jointly promote the establishment of microbial vectors used for gene therapy (MVGTs) ( listeria monocytogenes) and mRNA drug platform technology, and accelerate the R&D process of bioinnovative drugs.
Porton Advanced provides an end-to-end gene and cell therapy CDMO service platform covering plasmids, cell therapy, gene therapy, oncolytic virus, nucleic acid therapy and viable bacteria therapy. Suzhou Royaltech focuses on the development of vaccines for tumor immunotherapy with its proprietary technologies, and fast transition from clinical to market . Its R&D pipeline covers the attenuated non-integrated Listeria platform, mRNA platform, and cell therapy platform. All these platforms are in the leading position not only in China but also abroad, and have a complete layout of invention patents.
Dr. Yangzhou Wang, CEO of Porton Advanced, said, "We are very pleased to enter into this strategic collaboration with Royaltech. The core management team of Royaltech is from the top pharmaceutical companies, with an average of 15 years of R&D and management experience and is advancing an internationally competitive R&D pipeline. Porton Advanced's end-to-end gene and cell therapy CDMO platform with rich project experience and comprehensive quality system will help Royaltech the development of Listeria and mRNA drugs, push its R&D pipeline in a quick, efficient manner, and accelerate the development and implementation of innovative drugs, so that good medicines can benefit the public earlier."
Dr. Chun Xu, Chairman of Royaltech, said: "As a Biotech company, we are grateful to work with Porton Advanced, a very professional CDMO company, to jointly build a unique Listeria and mRNA tumor vaccine platform technology, and constantly develop leading tumor immunotherapeutic biological drugs in China and abroad."
About Porton Advanced Solutions
Established in Suzhou Industrial Park in December 2018, by its parent company Porton Pharma Solutions Ltd. (Stock Code: 300363), Porton Advanced has built a CDMO platform integrating plasmid, cell therapy, gene therapy, oncolytic virus, nucleic acid therapy and microbial vectors used for gene therapy (MVGTs), providing end-to-end services from cell banking, process development and analytical development, cGMP production to final Fill and Finish , investigator-initiated clinical trials (IIT), investigational new drugs (IND), clinical trials to commercial production. Porton Advanced is dedicated to support sponsors advance their GCT drug development and market launches.
Porton Advanced focuses solely on gene and cell therapy services. Built on the professional experience of its cohort of world-class professionals, as well as on the successes of its parent company, Porton Advanced insists on "Customer First" and the tenet of "Compliance, Expertise, Focus, Open Collaboration". With its key focus on protecting IP for its sponsors, through its comprehensive project management and quality systems, Porton Advanced strives to bring gene and cell therapy products to the clinic and the market through its quality CDMO services, and help bring the best medicine to the public sooner.
About Royaltech
Headquartered in Suzhou Industrial Park, Suzhou Royaltech Med Co., Ltd. was founded in July 2016. In July 2017, a wholly-owned subsidiary, Shanghai Royaltech Co., Ltd. was set up in Shanghai International Medical Zone. As a high-standard innovation center of biological drugs, Shanghai Royaltech focuses on CMC development of innovative tumor vaccine, and fast clinical application of up-to-date cell immunotherapy.
Since establishment, Royaltech has submitted several patents for invention to the State Intellectual Property Office. It focuses on the development of innovative tumor vaccine, and fast clinical application of up-to-date cell immunotherapy. Its R&D pipeline covers mRNA, oncolytic virus, bacteria, AAV, cell therapy platform and so on. Its core management team is from top universities in US and top 10 big pharma, with an average of 15 years of R&D and management experience. Our scientists have excellent capability on molecular biological engineering, target discovery and verification, pre-clinical R&D, quality control and assurance, and clinical trials of cell immunotherapy. On the strength of our rich experience on target biomarker, target discovery and verification, and global multicenter clinical trials, we are advancing an internationally competitive R&D pipeline.
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Which slow cookers are best?
A slow cooker can be a convenient, useful addition to your kitchen. With some simple prep work, all you have to do is toss in the ingredients before letting the slow cooker do its thing for hours at a time, filling your house with the aromas of a delicious meal. The best slow cookers can maintain a high cooking temperature for long periods while also enabling cooking techniques such as sauteing and steaming.
For a high-end slow cooker that will also look great on your dinner table, consider the All-Clad Slow Cooker.
What to know before you buy a slow cooker
Temperature
It is essential that a slow cooker accurately maintains temperature while cooking. Slow cookers work by braising foods, simmering them over time at a constant temperature and allowing heat to transfer evenly throughout. This makes a slow cooker ideal for making recipes that call for soft vegetables and rich, succulent meats. It is best if a slow cooker’s temperature does not rise above 180 degrees so that it does not overcook foods such as meats.
Removable lining material
Depending on the slow cooker, the insertable pot inside may be made of metal, ceramic or porcelain. These materials conduct heat well, but note that both ceramic and porcelain linings will be more susceptible to damage if dropped and are heavier than metal linings.
“Keep warm” function
The keep-warm function on a slow cooker allows food to continue to simmer after cooking. This function ensures that the food does not go cold without overcooking it, and it is an essential aspect of any slow cooker.
What to look for in a quality slow cooker
Capacity
Many slow cookers range in sizes between 1.5 to 8.5 quarts. When deciding on size, consider what meals you intend to make with your slow cooker. For most households, a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker would be ideal. However, if you plan on entertaining guests for functions or parties, get a larger slow cooker or a casserole dish.
Shape
Most slow cookers will be round or oval-shaped. This does not affect the cooking process too much, but you might prefer one shape over the other depending on the types of dishes you wish to prepare. For stews and soups, circular slow cookers work perfectly, but certain cuts of meat might fit better in an oval-shaped slow cooker.
Controls
Some slow cookers have a dial or knob that is adjusted to set temperature and cooking time for your meal. However, other slow cookers come with complete LED displays with controls for determining temperature, type of cooking and timers.
How much you can expect to spend on a slow cooker
Basic slow cookers can cost anywhere between $15-$50. Higher-end, programmable slow cookers with multiple cooking modes and other features can cost anywhere between $50-$150.
Slow cooker FAQ
Can slow cookers be used when I’m not home?
A. Most slow cookers can continue to cook while being left unattended, making them great for multitasking. However, it is still recommended that users keep an eye on their slow cooker.
How do I clean a slow cooker?
A. Most slow cookers have inserts that can be removed from the base to wash. Some are dishwasher-safe, while others should be washed by hand.
What’s the best slow cooker to buy?
Top slow cooker
What you need to know: The All-Clad slow cooker is a high-end model with one of the best digital displays on the market.
What you’ll love: This slow cooker offers cook times between four and 20 hours and has a keep-warm mode that can work up to six hours. It also is sleek enough to double as a serving dish.
What you should consider: Some users have reported that the glass lid is prone to shattering when handled roughly.
Where to buy: Available at Amazon
Top slow cooker for the money
Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
What you need to know: The Instant Pot Duo is a 7-in-1 multi-cooker that can operate as a great slow cooker and meal prepper.
What you’ll love: Other features of this cooker include steaming, sauteing and warming. It has a delay capacity of up to 24 hours.
What you should consider: Some users have reported faulty heating after several years of extended use.
Where to buy: Available at Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This versatile cooker is excellent for those who will be making a wide variety of dishes with their slow cooker.
What you’ll love: It includes options for slow cooking, sauteing and steaming and can switch between modes at the touch of a button. The cooking pot is also dishwasher-safe.
What you should consider: This product does not come with a delay timer.
Where to buy: Available at Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
Maxi-Matic Electric Slow Cooker
What you need to know: The Maxi-Matic slow cooker has an attractive stainless steel finish and ceramic insert pot.
What you’ll love: With an intuitive and straightforward knob design, you can choose the temperature and how long you would like to cook. Great for meals such as soups, stews and fondue.
What you should consider: Some users have reported that the pot’s exterior can get incredibly hot.
Where to buy: Available at Amazon
Crock-Pot Oval Manual Slow Cooker
What you need to know: This 7-quart slow cooker can serve more than nine people, making it ideal for dinner parties and gatherings.
What you’ll love: Features a keep-warm setting that can keep food at its optimal serving temperature for hours. Additionally, it is safe to use in both the microwave and oven up to 400 degrees.
What you should consider: Some users have reported that the lid does not fit snugly.
Where to buy: Available at Amazon
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Ethereum, Decentral, & Jaxx Liberty Founder also announces $1M Foundation for Canadian Leaders & Problem Solvers
TORONTO, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Ethereum, Decentral, & Jaxx Liberty Founder Anthony Di Iorio today announced the whitelist opening for Andiami: The Quest for Liberty, an upcoming global tech project designed to add value to and complement today's leading decentralized network projects like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The announcement was made during Di Iorio's opening keynote speech at Futurist Conference, Canada's largest crypto & blockchain event.
With ten years of design, vision, and building, Andiami will address crypto's most pressing issues, including the increasing centralization of decentralized networks and the prevalent use of Web2 business models in the pursuit of Web3, a user-controlled internet. Andiami will accomplish its goals by bringing together trusted leadership, aligned stakeholder incentives, and new custom hardware and software. This will all be delivered on scalable infrastructure, a new node-sharing protocol, a unique type of mining, and next-generation token economics.
"The future can't be built using old models," says Anthony Di Iorio. "Similarly, you can't build a user-controlled internet while relying on institutional trust anywhere in between an individual and a protocol. Andiami is the culmination of a mission I started ten years ago to empower people with the tools they need to be in control of their digital lives: their money, communication, and identity."
Andiami: The Quest for Liberty is planned to be unveiled November 3, 2022—ten years to the day that Di Iorio held the first-ever Bitcoin meetup in Toronto where he met Vitalik Buterin. The unveiling will take place in front of an audience of thousands at a soon-to-be announced iconic Canadian concert venue in Toronto and will also be live streamed globally.
The Andiami whitelist is now open at andiami.org.
Also at the Futurist conference today, Di Iorio announced the creation of a Canadian foundation dedicated to amplifying the next generation of leaders and problem solvers to help solve the world's most pressing challenges. Di Iorio is personally donating $1 million to the foundation, which will also be supported by proceeds from the global project.
"Over the years, I've developed problem solving frameworks that put the pieces together to create win-win-win solutions. The frameworks have been formalized, and it's my mission to bring the tools forward that will inspire the next generation of problem solvers and leaders," says Di Iorio.
Di Iorio is an Ethereum founder and Founder and CEO of Decentral Inc. The original birthplace of Ethereum, Decentral is a Canadian company that builds tools at the core of the next internet. This includes Jaxx Liberty, software that has empowered millions of people with the tools they need to control their digital assets.
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The K-12 future readiness program earns prestigious industry recognition
TORONTO, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Xello has won the 2022 SIIA CODiE Best Customer Experience in Ed Tech Award. The prestigious CODiE Awards recognize the companies producing the most innovative education technology products across the country and around the world.
"Xello has been supporting districts with their college and career readiness goals for over 24 years, and we are honored to be recognized by the CODiE Awards for our continued dedication to an amazing customer experience," said Matt McQuillen, CEO and founder, Xello. "We strive to go above and beyond to support our customers, and make our software accessible for educators and students alike."
Xello is a customizable online K-12 college, career and future readiness program that helps students achieve a deeper understanding of themselves, explore pathways, and plan for the future by helping learners determine academic and career options best aligned to their unique skills and interests. The platform encourages students to self-reflect on their aspirations and build skills to achieve their goals. As students gain new experiences, profiles are updated to reflect those experiences, and students have access to career and college profiles that include real-world interviews, providing an authentic glimpse into different options.
"The 2022 EdTech CODiE Award winners exemplify the outstanding products, services and overall innovation that enables learners of all types to connect with educators and educational materials," said SIIA President Jeff Joseph. "We are so proud to recognize this year's honorees – the best of the best – that provide solutions to many of the critical challenges facing learners today – from access and equity, to personalized and tailored learning and beyond. Congratulations to all of this year's CODiE Award winners!"
The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA), the principal trade association for the software and digital content industries, announced the full slate of CODiE winners during a virtual winner announcement. Awards were given for products and services deployed specifically for education and learning professionals, including the top honor of the Best Overall Education Technology Solution.
A SIIA CODiE Award win is a prestigious honor, following rigorous reviews by expert judges including educators and administrators whose evaluations determined the finalists. SIIA members then vote on the finalist products, and the scores from both rounds are tabulated to select the winners.
More information about the Awards is available at http://www.siia.net/codie.
Details about the winning products can be found at https://siia.net/codie/education-technology-winners/.
The SIIA CODiE Awards is the only peer-reviewed program to showcase business and education technology's finest products and services. Since 1986, thousands of products, services and solutions have been recognized for achieving excellence. For more information, visit siia.net/CODiE.
Xello is an online K-12 college, career and future readiness program that helps students achieve a deeper understanding of themselves, explore pathways, and plan for the future. Using Xello's discovery-based model, students build knowledge, essential real-world skills, and individual confidence to prepare for the rapidly evolving world of post-secondary academics and career environment. More than nine million students and educators today leverage Xello tools to transform aspirations into action. To learn more about Xello and its proprietary Work-Based Learning Module, visit: https://www.xello.world.
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Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities
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Benchmark U.S. crude oil for July delivery rose 1 cent to $110.29 a barrel Monday. Brent crude for July delivery rose 87 cents to $113.42 a barrel.
Wholesale gasoline for June delivery fell 4 cents to $3.80 a gallon. June heating oil rose 3 cents to $3.77 a gallon. June natural gas rose 66 cents to $8.74 per 1,000 cubic feet.
Gold for June delivery rose $5.70 to $1,847.80 an ounce. Silver for July delivery rose 5 cents to $21.72 an ounce and July copper rose 7 cents to $4.35 a pound.
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- Motional's autonomous vehicles are now conducting end-to-end food deliveries on the Uber Eats network
- Launch represents Uber Eats' first partnership with an autonomous vehicle company for this purpose
- Pilot lays the foundation for future initiatives between Motional and Uber
SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Motional, a global driverless technology leader, and Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE: UBER) today launched autonomous deliveries for Uber Eats customers in Santa Monica, California. Motional's all-electric IONIQ 5 vehicles, operating autonomously, are now conducting end-to-end food deliveries.
"Autonomous delivery signifies the next phase of Motional's commercial roadmap," said Abe Ghabra, Motional's Chief Operating Officer. "This service will provide the learnings and experience needed to make Motional the trusted AV provider for on-demand delivery networks. We're proud to partner with Uber on this important milestone and begin introducing Uber Eats customers to autonomous technology."
"At Uber, we're always looking for ways to use new technology to help consumers go anywhere and get anything," said Noah Zych, Global GM for Uber's Autonomous Mobility and Delivery business. "We're thrilled to begin piloting with Motional in California and are eager to see how their promising autonomous technology will begin to change how people and goods move throughout the world for the better."
Motional and Uber's First-of-its-Kind Partnership
Motional and Uber announced their partnership in December of last year, signaling important firsts for both companies: the first on-road autonomous vehicle (AV) pilot on the Uber Eats network and Motional's entry into the autonomous delivery market. Motional and Uber see an opportunity for AVs to benefit the on-demand delivery space by providing safe, cost efficient, and reliable deliveries.
The companies look forward to learning from the service and receiving customer feedback, as they jointly develop an automated delivery model that could quickly scale to more areas across Los Angeles and in other cities. The goal of the pilot is to create the groundwork for future commercial activities between Motional and Uber.
The Autonomous Delivery Experience
The Motional IONIQ 5 vehicles used in the service have been adapted to enable autonomous deliveries. While Motional has extensive experience moving passengers, this is the company's first time transporting commercial goods. To prepare, its teams have spent months studying every touchpoint between the restaurant and end-customer, and conducted extensive testing in the Los Angeles area.
Participating merchants will receive a notification when the AV arrives, meet the vehicle at the designated pick-up location, and place the order in a specially-designed compartment in the backseat. Upon arrival at the drop-off location, the customer will receive an alert, securely unlock the vehicle door via the Uber Eats app, and collect their order from the backseat.
The service will allow Motional and Uber to study the integration of their technologies, consumer demand, the user interactions with the AV, and additional autonomy features needed to enable autonomous deliveries. These factors are critical for a seamless customer experience and will also help inform broader applications of Motional's AV fleet. Uber sees AVs playing a long-term role on its platform, across a variety of use cases, and plans to be an accelerator in bringing this innovative technology to its customers.
For more information on Motional, visit Motional.com/news, and for more information on Uber, visit Uber.com/newsroom.
About Motional
Motional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. The company formed in 2020 as a joint venture between Hyundai Motor Group, one of the world's largest vehicle manufacturers offering smart mobility solutions, and Aptiv, a global industrial technology leader in advanced safety, electrification, and vehicle connectivity.
The Motional team has driven some of the driverless industry's largest leaps forward, including the first fully-autonomous cross-country drive in the U.S, the launch of the world's first robotaxi pilot, and operation of the world's most-established public robotaxi fleet which has conducted over 100,000 public rides.
Motional is developing and commercializing SAE Level 4 autonomous vehicles for ride-hail and delivery applications.
Headquartered in Boston, Motional has operations in the U.S and Asia. For more information, visit www.Motional.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
About Uber Eats
Uber Eats is an on-demand app and website that helps bring millions of people around the world the things they want, at the tap of a button. We partner with over 780,000 restaurants and merchants in more than 11,000 cities across six continents. From specialty local favorites to national brand names, groceries to household essentials and more, Uber Eats has what you want when you want it—with an average global delivery time of 30 minutes.
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Korean War veterans receive recognition at Museum of Kansas National Guard
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -The Museum of the Kansas National Guard honored and remembered those who fought in the Korean War.
The event was held early Saturday morning at the Museum of the Kansas National Guard in Forbes Field. Many friends and families gathered to recognize those veterans who fought in the “Forgotten War”. Ray Rodd said he was honored to emcee the event.
“This is our intent to honor those veterans and their families,” said Rodd. “Also, to provide an opportunity to inform the public of the service of these wonderful individuals.”
The event featured guest speakers, displays of photographs, medals and a lunch to conclude the ceremony.
Fred Jepson was among one of the 13 men who were honored at today’s event.
“This was a wonderful set up today,” said Jepson. “It’s nice to know that people appreciate us.”
The event also highlighted the 50th anniversary of the long-running television show M*A*S*H, which aired from 1972–1983 and followed the staff of a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital, helping those fighting at war, providing them with laughter during challenging times of injuries and deaths.
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Family tied up, robbed by armed men posing as deputies
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) - A California family is terrified after a group of armed men posing as deputies invaded their home and held them at gunpoint as they robbed them.
The victims say several armed men posing as deputies forced their way into their home around 5 a.m. Tuesday. They say the men cut the locks on their gate then drove in with red and blue lights on top of a small black car.
Amanda, who wants to remain anonymous, says her mother’s boyfriend opened the door, believing the suspects were law enforcement. That’s when they barged in the home.
“We thought it was really cops outside, and they said they had a warrant. But we don’t know what they would be searching for because we don’t have anything in the house to hide,” Amanda said.
Amanda says the suspects grabbed her, her brother, her mom and her mom’s boyfriend. They made them lie face down, aggressively zip-tied their hands behind their backs and held them at gunpoint.
The robbers then rummaged through the house for their wallets, car keys, purses, jewelry and even documents. They said they were looking for money and marijuana.
Amanda says the suspects were using code names, and she didn’t see their faces.
“Flashing their flashlights a lot, so we couldn’t really see them. They were wearing masks and stuff, and they all had guns. So, it was just a very scary incident,” she said.
The men stayed in the house for at least 20 minutes.
Amanda’s mom was eventually able to free her hands, and the family called 911.
The family has only been living in the home for a matter of months, and Amanda says they no longer feel safe.
“None of us have ever experienced anything like this, so this was just crazy,” she said.
Authorities say the suspects are still on the loose. The investigation is ongoing.
Detectives gathered some surveillance video from the surrounding area, but the victims’ cameras were not working at the time.
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Growing partnership with largest polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) Chinese producer and supplier will expand access to ingredients that contribute to more sustainable cleaning solutions.
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Europe, Univar B.V., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global commodity and specialty chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value-added services, announced today the expansion of its distribution agreement with BOAI NKY Pharmaceuticals Ltd., a global leader in polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) and VP/VI chemistry to distribute polymer products in Europe. The partnership will further advance future innovations and technology in the laundry detergents space. The product range under the agreement includes specialty polymers (dye transfer inhibitors) for liquid and powder detergent formulations, including Nokesho 55L30W, Nokesho 55 Powder and Nokesho 55 Granules.
"We are thrilled to be the first distribution partner to help provide this unique technology to laundry detergent manufacturers in Europe," said Aaron Lee, global vice president for Homecare & Industrial Cleaning at Univar Solutions. "This agreement will provide customers and formulators with another key component of modern laundry detergents. We believe the future of the cleaning industry revolves around sustainable cleaning solutions, and using the right chemistry is key."
Univar Solutions was selected as the first NKY distribution partner for this product range in central, western and southern Europe. The agreement includes Benelux, France, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Italy and Germany. This expanded agreement will further enable Univar Solutions to provide its customers with more access to specialty cleaning ingredients alongside comprehensive technical innovation and sourcing support.
"As a global supplier of this technology, we are thrilled to offer these specialty polymers to customers across Europe through the expanded agreement with Univar Solutions. With our global distribution network and technical research centers, we are ready to assist our customers with formulation development in the detergent space. From pioneering polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) research, we've come a long way in product development, and this collaboration with Univar Solutions is continuing to drive innovation for the future," said Ms. Ella Qu, general manager for BOAI NKY Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.
Univar Solutions customers across Europe will now have access to BOAI NKY Pharmaceutical Ltd.'s specialty polymers that are used as dye-transfer inhibitors in liquid and powder laundry detergents. These dye inhibitors help keep clothes in their original colour without redeposits during the washing process. The agreement also expands Univar Solutions' relationship with BOAI NKY Pharmaceutical Ltd., which today serves customers in the pharmaceutical ingredients market. Univar Solutions' newest flagship Solution Center in Essen, Germany, will also provide formulation and performance testing capabilities to support the polymer range commercialization. The benefits of the chemistry and technology include sustainable cleaning solutions, compactation, powder to liquid transition and value-added cleaning products.
Univar Solutions and its team of chemists, formulation experts and application specialists help keep communities healthy, clean and safe by contributing to the development and supply of more sustainable cleaning products. As consumers increasingly demand more sustainable product formulations with exceptional performance, our team of experts across a network of global Solution Centers work on improving time to market, solving problems and delivering ingredient innovation through human ingenuity.
Learn more about Univar Solutions' Homecare & Industrial Cleaning business at https://www.univarsolutions.com/industries/homecare-industrial-cleaning.
About Univar Solutions
Univar Solutions (NYSE: UNVR) is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world's leading producers. With the industry's largest private transportation fleet and technical sales force, unparalleled logistics know-how, deep market and regulatory knowledge, formulation and recipe development, and leading digital tools, the Company is well-positioned to offer tailored solutions and value-added services to a wide range of markets, industries, and applications. While fulfilling its purpose to help keep communities healthy, fed, clean and safe, Univar Solutions is committed to helping customers and suppliers innovate and focus on Growing Together. Learn more at univarsolutions.com.
About BOI NKY Pharmaceutical Ltd.
Boai NKY Pharmaceuticals Ltd (NKY, stock code: 300109) was the first domestic company to develop and manufacture polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) series products in China. With more than 27 years of experience in PVP production coupled to a dedicated commitment to quality improvement and management, NKY has become the largest Chinese producer of PVP's and third largest globally. http://eng.boai-nky.com/
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- LifeLabs created the world's first thermally transparent fabric that keeps wearers nearly 3°F cooler
- Founded by Stanford scientists, the lifestyle apparel company launched in October 2021
- Funding will support additional product innovation and rapid expansion of CoolLife and WarmLife performance apparel and bedding
SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LifeLabs, the first textile innovator making meaningful progress in combating the effects of climate change through thermally-efficient lifestyle apparel, announced a $6M series seed 3 financing round led by Asia Green Fund, bringing total funding to $13.8M.
LifeLabs launched to the public in October 2021 with a line of body temperature regulating apparel. The company's collection of sustainable everyday wear, outdoor wear, sleepwear and bedding features a patented fabric with recycled materials that either cools body temperature or retains heat. LifeLabs flagship lines include CoolLife, which rapidly releases up to 40% of the body's infrared radiation, creating less need for energy-consuming air coolers; and WarmLife, which uses reflective technology to offer unprecedented warmth with less materials.
"With LifeLabs, we aim to create a massive disruption to the way we think about and use personal energy," said Dr. Yi Cui, Stanford professor of Materials Science and Engineering as well as Co-Founder of LifeLabs. "Our patented fabric not only feels amazing on the skin, but it performs with the body to create a system of performance and design that regulates temperature. This is a game changer in textile innovation."
LifeLabs earlier this month added the Everyday Cooling T-Shirt to its line of CoolLife products. The world's coolest T-shirt is the first thermally transparent, Polyethylene based fabric that allows almost all of an individual's infrared radiation to escape, creating a continuous cooling effect unlike any other apparel on the market. By wearing items from the CoolLife collection, individuals can adjust their thermostat by three degrees Fahrenheit, which is estimated to save 400lbs of carbon per household per year.
Dr. Bo Bai, Chairman and Founder of Asia Green Fund, a leading green impact investment firm based in the 4.5 billion people Asia market said, "We strongly believe technology advancements will make a huge impact in the fight against climate crisis by empowering the individual to reduce personal energy usage. AGF is pleased to partner with Dr. Cui and LifeLabs in such a mission critical endeavor toward global carbon neutrality."
About LifeLabs:
LifeLabs™ is a material sciences company based on textile patents from Stanford's advanced materials laboratory. LifeLabs™ bridges the gap between academia and scientific research and commercially-viable textiles that create a more sustainable world. LifeLabs™ and the Life System™ of textiles introduce a unique suite of intellectual property and patents addressing peoples' environments, from mobility to home to work to sport. LifeLabs'™ patented textiles maximize comfort and performance while reducing energy on a personal and global scale.
About Asia Green Fund:
Asia Green Fund ("AGF") is a private equity firm, with approximately $2.0 billion in assets under management, that specializes in the industrials and business services sectors with a focus on technology-enabled green impact investments. Founded in 2016 as Asia's pioneer in impact investing, AGF backs talented entrepreneurs and management teams as they commercialize innovative technologies with localized business models, thus generating both attractive financial returns for investors as well as a positive ESG impact on society
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Man wins another huge lottery prize at the same location where he won $1 million
By Yenny Sanchez, CNN
Indeed, Kevin Miller of Montague, Massachusetts, is lucky for life.
He recently won $25,000 a year for life in the multistate lottery game Lucky for Life. The win comes six years after winning a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “Cadillac Riches” game, state lottery officials said.
He purchased both winning tickets from the same location, Food City in Turners Falls.
Miller’s latest win matched a February 18 drawing, which he claimed at the Massachusetts Lottery headquarters this month.
Instead of taking $25,000 a year, he decided to cash out a one-time payment of $390,000 before taxes, lottery officials said.
Food City will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
It is unclear what Miller will do with his prize money, but with luck like his, he might as well buy more lottery tickets.
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US Postal Service plans holiday price hikes for 3rd straight year
Published: Aug. 11, 2022 at 3:20 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) - The U.S. Postal Service plans to raise the prices during the peak holiday season for the third year in a row.
The postal service said the temporary price increase on a variety of mail services would offset rising delivery costs.
The increases will range from 25 cents to $6 per package.
They will cover individual and business mailings for priority mail, priority mail express and first-class package service.
They would go into effect on Oct. 2 and last through Jan. 22.
The postal regulation commission has to give the green light for the higher rates to go into effect.
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PITTSBURGH, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I was at the beach with my family of 18 people and I wanted an 'active' game that we could play together that would accommodate the wide age range of our family," said an inventor, from Spotsylvania, Va., "so I invented PADDLE BOXIN. My design provides a competitive edge to a paddle game without needing a court. It also offers continuous gameplay with some cardio for a wide age range."
The invention provides a fun and challenging volley-style, paddle game for adults and children. In doing so, it offers an outdoor game with non-stop action. It also sparks friendly competition on grass, sand or the gym floor. The invention features a portable design that is easy to carry, set up and play so it is ideal for individuals ages 10 and older. Additionally, a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Richmond sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-RKH-255, 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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DALLAS, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: BHR) ("Braemar" or the "Company") today announced details for the release of its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Braemar plans to issue its earnings release for the second quarter after the market closes on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, and will host a conference call on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The number to call for this interactive teleconference is (201) 389-0920. A replay of the conference call will be available through Thursday, August 11, 2022, by dialing (412) 317-6671 and entering the confirmation number, 13730709.
The live broadcast of Braemar's quarterly conference call will be available online at the Company's website, www.bhrreit.com, on Thursday, August 4, 2022, beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. The online replay will follow shortly after the call and continue for approximately one year.
Braemar Hotels & Resorts is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing in luxury hotels and resorts.
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CARMEL, Ind., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Syra Health, Corp. ("Syra Health" or the "Company"), an emerging health care and life sciences leader, today announced a major expansion due to growth in contracts received. Syra Health supports health and life sciences organizations across the spectrum by providing health equity solutions, healthcare education, medical communication solutions, and value-based care services. The Company has more than doubled the size of its office space and has added nearly 75 employees since 2020. The Company is well on its way to reaching 150 total employees, in Indiana alone, over the next year. This expansion is due to the success of current projects including contracts with the government, pharmaceuticals, academia, and payers.
Syra Health is a minority and women-owned scientific and medically oriented professional services company, and the leadership team has significant professional experience with the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare institutions, managed care markets, and government agencies.
Syra Health has a growing service line with numerous solutions including population health management, behavioral and mental health, health analytics and quality, medical education and outreach with the goal of improving patient lives and health outcomes. The total addressable market in the next few years for the various US market segments Syra Health targets is approximately $350 billion and is growing rapidly. The fastest growing segments are healthcare educational solutions, 10% CAGR through 2028, and health analytics, 20% CAGR until 2028, and behavioral health, 5.3% CAGR. The company believes it has numerous competitive advantages including offering a full spectrum of services across all customer segments, experienced and dedicated health analytics and client program management teams. The Syra Health technology team also has a robust pipeline of innovative products and applications in development that are catered to patient engagement and education.
"Syra Health is in the process of establishing a national footprint by adding additional public and private sector customers, additional employees outside of Indiana, and an enhanced and diverse array of services and solutions. The Company is experiencing sizeable growth and we believe it is poised for larger growth in the future," said Deepika Vuppalanchi, PhD, CEO.
Syra Health partners with public and private sector healthcare and life science organizations in addressing the most pressing challenges by providing forward-thinking, innovative, and sustainable solutions. Syra Health is a scientific and medically oriented professional services company that leverages deep healthcare and managed-care industry expertise to create solutions for our clients based on real-world evidence and insights from advanced analytics. The services and solutions include population health management, behavioral and mental health, health education, medical communications, health analytics and quality, and government solutions.
Statements in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute 'forward-looking statements.' The words 'anticipate,' 'believe,' 'continue,' 'could,' 'estimate,' 'expect,' 'intend,' 'may,' 'plan,' 'potential,' 'predict,' 'project,' 'should,' 'target,' 'will,' 'would' and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including the uncertainties related to market conditions. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and Syra Health specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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STOCKHOLM, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hosting provider Internet Vikings are now able to go above and beyond and offer a broader range of customizable hosting services in the prominent iGaming state of New Jersey. The global supplier has been operating in New Jersey for over a year and has plans to continue developing partnerships.
Industry experts consider New Jersey to be one of the most favored markets in the US for iGaming, especially with the rise in iGaming popularity and its continuous increase in revenue outperforming land-based casinos since the pandemic.
Global iGaming hosting provider Internet Vikings started its U.S. expansion with vigor, following the industry trends and providing solutions that suit each state's unique requirements. Developing custom tech solutions that cater to clients across the U.S. has proved highly successful for Internet Vikings, whose solutions are available in several states.
With the full force of U.S. market insights and industry professionals in their team, it is no surprise that Internet Vikings, who have been successfully operating in New Jersey for over a year, continue to reach for new heights. The hosting solutions experts have secured the necessary approvals to offer an even wider range of their customizable hosting services to New Jersey iGaming and online sports betting businesses.
Internet Vikings' CEO, Rickard Vikström, adds, "Entering the New Jersey market was a top priority, and the latest advancements are set to be a huge gain for us. Our experts are already busy preparing the next steps to offer the full suite of Infrastructure-as-a-Service."
Hosting provider Internet Vikings plans to expand in even more states and continue to offer its services nationwide.
"We want to continue adding value to iGaming businesses across the U.S. with our extensive understanding of the market and reliable cloud hosting options. Entering New Jersey is a big step forward for us, and the team looks forward to welcoming new clients and partnerships." - Victor Jerlin, Internet Vikings, Founder, and CTO, concluded.
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Kentucky flooding death toll rises; FEMA faces criticism for aid response
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WKYT/WYMT/Gray News) - Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced Thursday that the eastern Kentucky flooding death toll is officially 39.
He said an additional death is being counted in Breathitt County. No details about the person’s identity was given.
“I ask the commonwealth to join me in praying for our fellow Kentuckians during this difficult time,” said the governor in a tweet.
As recovery efforts continue, state leaders are calling out the Federal Emergency Management Agency after they said a “steady stream of reports” from eastern Kentuckians indicate they are being denied federal aid.
Beshear said the aid that is being given is not enough, and too many people are being denied.
“I am not satisfied with the way FEMA claims are coming back right now. We are going to continue to push to be treated better by that organization,” Beshear said.
Beshear said while the state is grateful for the quick response and approving individual assistance in record time, the numbers are not adding up.
“Too many people are being denied, not enough people are being approved, and this is the time that FEMA has to get it right, to change what has been a history of denying too many people, and not providing enough dollars, and to get it right here,” Beshear said.
Beshear said FEMA has paid out $19.4 million to 2,700 families. That math would divide up to just under $7,200 per family. He said he has requested numbers from FEMA about cases that were denied and why.
FEMA Press Secretary Jeremy Edwards says the agency is working to “reduce barriers and cut red tape.” He said FEMA personnel will stay as long as it takes to help Kentuckians recover.
The FEMA recovery center at the Breathitt County library has been busy with people coming in to get aid, but one man said he’s not so sure how much help his family will get, after hearing about friends getting less than $200.
The devastation goes on for miles across eastern Kentucky, homes washed away, and families have lost everything.
“It’s devastating. I’ve lived here 20 years of my life, and all I can tell you is I wish everything could go back to normal,” flood victim Parker Miller said.
For Miller and hundreds of other families, getting back to normal is going to be a daunting task.
“The process is relatively slow. We’ve turned to FEMA, the Red Cross. We’ve talked to Samaritan’s Purse. We’re just looking for help cleaning up and maybe financial aid because we’ve lost everything,” Miller said.
Miller and his family have applied for FEMA help and met with representatives Thursday. However, he’s not sure how much help they’ll get after hearing from a friend.
“Four feet of water. FEMA came and looked at it, and they only offered $176. I figure if money is not coming in, I don’t know what we’re going to do,” Miller said.
Miller said he hopes the pressure leads to action. He’s worried what could happen to his community without help.
“I feel like without financial aid, our community will fall apart,” Miller said.
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Lighting systems specialist invests an additional total of over 102 million USD in production plant in Silao
WIESELBURG, Austria, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZKW Group is massively expanding its site in Silao, Mexico. The plant, which went into operation in 2016, is now being expanded by 15,700 to a total of 48,700 square meters of production space. At the same time, 830 additional jobs will be created. The site manufactures high-quality headlights for premium car manufacturers such as BMW, Ford Lincoln, General Motors, Mercedes Benz, Nissan Infiniti, Volkswagen and Volvo. By 2025, ZKW Mexico plans to produce around 3.5 million headlights per year with 2,522 employees. Total investment since the establishment of ZKW México will be around 255 million USD. "One of our main goals has been to work on innovations in terms of performance, quality, design and solutions, and thanks to the trust of our customers, this 3rd Phase expansion will not only increase the turnover, manufacturing capacity and quantity of team members, but also the possibility to develop and produce in our site more complex and cutting edge headlights," explains Dr. Wilhelm Steger, CEO der ZKW Group GmbH.
State-of-the-art production technologies
With the 3rd Phase expansion, ZKW México will increase its production capacity by 1.5 million headlights. The new building will be equipped with state-of-the-art technologies for the production of automotive lighting systems – such as plastic injection molding systems, surface treatments and painting systems. A new technology that increases the possibility to metallize the reflectors in several new colors, not only in aluminum but also in silver, steel, rose gold and gold. The production of optical lenses is also being modernized to optimize the quality and cleanliness of the products. Engineers, technicians, administrative and support staff, among others, are being sought for the upcoming job vacancies. "We want the most talented people, with and without experience, to design, develop and produce the most innovative headlights in the automotive industry" says Jan Seumenicht, General Plant Manager ZKW Mexico.
Renowned customers in the NAFTA region
With its high-quality lighting systems, ZKW Mexico supplies numerous car manufacturers in the NAFTA region. In collaboration with Volvo, ZKW is developing a new type of headlamp with dynamic mechatronics and various integrated systems. "Out of this 3rd Phase, we will produce headlights and center lights for electric vehicles and SUVs for BMW, Ford and General Motors. We are also working on a first project with Volkswagen," says Seumenicht.
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About ZKW
The ZKW Group is the specialist for innovative premium lighting systems and electronics. As a system supplier, ZKW is a global partner to the automotive industry. The group develops and produces products based on our motto of "Bright Minds, Bright Lights," combining bright minds with modern production technologies to produce complex premium lighting and electronic modules for international automotive manufacturers.
Our top products include powerful and cost-efficient complete LED systems. The ZKW Group has a total of twelve locations worldwide, with intelligently networked development and production. In 2021, the Group employed around 10,000 workers and generated total revenues of 1.07 billion euros.
In accordance with the corporate vision "Ground-breaking premium lighting and electronic systems from ZKW for all mobility concepts of the global automotive industry", the company's primary goal is to produce top-quality high-tech products and to promote the development of innovative holistic lighting systems.
With our discoveries and inventions, the ZKW corporate group makes vehicles more desirable, more unique, safer, and more energy efficient.
Our 360 degree product portfolio includes headlamps and fog lamps, rear lamps, flashers, interior and license plate lamps as well as electronic modules. Major automotive manufacturers trust their brands to innovative products from ZKW. We are proud of our customers like BMW (BMW, Rolls Royce), DAIMLER (MERCEDES-BENZ Cars and Trucks), FORD (Lincoln, Ford), GEELY (Volvo, Polestar, Lynk & Co, Geely), GENERAL MOTORS (Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac), Hyundai (Kia), JLR (Jaguar, Land Rover), Stellantis (Opel, Citroen), RENAULT/NISSAN (Infiniti, Alpine), VGTT (Volvo Trucks, MACK) and VW (Audi, Porsche, Skoda, Lamborghini, MAN, VW, Seat).
With intelligent lighting systems and innovative styling, ZKW is shaping the look and character of vehicles worldwide.
Contact
ZKW Group GmbH
Sandra Simeonidis-Huber
Group Communication und Marketing
Rottenhauser Straße 8
3250 Wieselburg
T +43 7416 505 2051
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Missouri will vote on personal use, decriminalization of marijuana in November
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Missouri Secretary of State has determined there are enough valid signatures to let Missouri voters decide on marijuana.
When signatures were submitted about two weeks ago, it appeared that the numbers fell short. An audit by the Secretary of State’s office showed that some signatures that were initially rejected are actually valid.
“Our statewide coalition of activists, business owners, medical marijuana patients and criminal justice reform advocates has worked tirelessly to reach this point, and deserves all the credit,” said John Payne, LegalMo22 campaign manager.
Voters will determine if they want to amend the Missouri Constitution and remove prohibitions on purchasing, possessing, consuming, using, delivering, manufacturing and selling marijuana for personal use for people over the age of 21.
It would also allow people with marijuana-related non-violent offenses to petition for release from prisons and jails and expunge criminal records.
“We look forward to engaging with voters across the state in the coming weeks and months. Missourians are more than ready to end the senseless and costly prohibition of marijuana,” Payne said.
Recreational marijuana is already legal in 19 states, and legalization proposals are on the ballot this fall in South Dakota and Maryland. Supporters are also trying to get measures on the ballot in Arkansas, North Dakota and Oklahoma.
Other states are a patchwork of different rules- some allow marijuana for medical use, like Missouri.
Only four states make marijuana completely illegal: Kansas, Wyoming, Idaho and South Carolina.
Click here to read the full wording of the petition.
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Unique Integrated Platform Consolidates Enterprise Risk and Operations Capabilities Across Critical Business Areas for Hospitals and Independently-Owned Radiology Centers
WALLINGFORD, Conn. and BOSTON, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InsiteOne LLC, a leading provider of cloud based enterprise imaging solutions, and Censinet, the leading provider of healthcare vendor risk management solutions, announced that it has executed a solutions partner and reseller agreement. This collaboration enables InsiteOne to deliver Censinet RiskOps™ to its expanding customer base. In addition, InsiteOne is significantly strengthening its customers' third-party risk management by leveraging Censinet's unique Cybersecurity Data Room, where customers can centralize and manage risk questionnaire responses and documentation required by their customer's security assessments, remediations and reassessments.
"Radiology practices manage a complex data environment with many systems and entities where protected health information is transmitted and stored, including RIS, PACS, computer information systems, DICOM, imaging equipment, mobile devices, cloud storage, patient portals, and revenue cycle management systems," said Dave Cook, CEO, InsiteOne. "Our partnership with Censinet will give our customers increased productivity and operational effectiveness while eliminating risks to care delivery, data privacy, and patient safety."
Censinet RiskOps™ enables departments to come together as a single, cohesive team that responds faster and more effectively to risks affecting business operations, care delivery, and patient safety. Business and clinical leaders benefit from efficient procurement processes, effective contracting, fewer post-purchase problems, and elimination of costly duplication and rework. Risk owners achieve maximum visibility across the lifecycle of processes, suppliers, and products, resulting in better enterprise performance.
"The recent number of significant data breaches and ransomware attacks on radiology centers emphasizes the urgency for better cyber risk management and security controls across all acute and post-acute care facilities," said Ed Gaudet, CEO and Founder of Censinet. "Our partnership with InsiteOne provides its customers with a complete third-party and enterprise risk management solution for hospitals or independently-owned radiology centers."
For more information on the partnership, visit www.insiteone.com/censinet
InsiteOne is a pioneer in the field of digital medical image storage and archiving services, having started the first cloud based VNA (vendor neutral archive) in 1999. With an expert team of professionals in medical imaging, business management, data center operations, and healthcare technologies, the company is passionate about helping solve the challenges facing the healthcare and life sciences industries today. To learn more about InsiteOne, visit www.InsiteOne.com.
Censinet, based in Boston, MA, enables healthcare organizations to take the risk out of their business with Censinet RiskOps™, the first and only cloud-based exchange that integrates and consolidates enterprise risk management and operations capabilities across critical clinical and business areas. RiskOps builds upon the Company's foundational success with third-party risk management (TPRM) for healthcare. Censinet transforms healthcare risk by increasing productivity and operational effectiveness while eliminating risks to care delivery, data privacy, and patient safety. Find out more about Censinet and its RiskOps platform at censinet.com.
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Justyn Thompson
jthompson@censinet.com
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HOUSTON, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. (NYSE: DO) announced today that Bernie Wolford, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer, is scheduled to present at the Pareto Securities' Energy Conference in Oslo, Norway on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
ABOUT DIAMOND OFFSHORE
Diamond Offshore is a leader in offshore drilling, providing innovation, thought leadership and contract drilling services to solve complex deepwater challenges around the globe. Additional information and access to the Company's SEC filings are available at http://www.diamondoffshore.com/.
Contact:
Kevin Bordosky
Senior Director
Investor Relations
(281) 647- 4035
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The dermatologist recommended body cream for dry to extra dry skin has been reformulated with Ceramide-3 & Microresyl in new eco-conscious packaging
NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dermatologist-trusted skincare brand is re-launching its top-selling body moisturizer, Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream, previously known as Lipikar Balm AP+ Intense Repair Moisturizing Cream, with an enhanced formula featuring new microbiome technology. For over 45 years, La Roche-Posay has been committed to making life-changing dermatological skincare accessible by working with dermatologists to offer skincare that is both tolerable and effective. The brand continuously strives to innovate and improve its formulas through new technology based on cutting-edge scientific research. The brand is excited to announce the renovation of Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Cream.
A TRIPLE REPAIR MOISTURIZING BODY CREAM WITH AN EXCLUSIVE AP+M TECHNOLOGY
Reformulated with Ceramide-3 and La Roche-Posay's exclusive AP+M (Aqua Posae* + Microresyl*) technology, this Triple Repair Moisturizing cream:
- RESTORES the skin's protective barrier with key ingredients like ceramide-3, shea butter and glycerin
- SUPPORTS the skin microbiome with prebiotic and postbiotic ingredients, including La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water, Aqua Posae Filiformis and NEW Microresyl
- REDUCES dry rough skin & provides 48-hr long lasting hydration
Dermatologist tested for safety & SUITABLE FOR SENSITIVE SKIN
La Roche-Posay has conducted over 14 clinical studies on 14,000 patients with Lipikar AP+M to ensure the moisturizing cream is suitable for sensitive skin, all ages and all skin types. One particular area of clinical research for La Roche-Posay is the field of microbiome. The brand has conducted over 10 years of research and 19 clinical studies. New dermatological research in skin health has demonstrated the importance of a healthy microbiome: the population of microorganisms found at the skin surface. Emerging science has shown in skin conditions such as dry skin and eczema the skin microbiome can become unbalanced, and prebiotics can have a rebalancing effect. This Triple Repair Moisturizing cream with a high concentration of La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water, Aqua Posae Filiformis* (Postbiotic), Microresyl*, Shea Butter, Ceramide-3, and Niacinamide helps support the skin microbiome and alleviate extra dry skin.
"For my patients with skin conditions that cause dry and extra dry skin like eczema, I recommend moisturizers that are tested on and safe for sensitive skin and do not include any harsh or irritating ingredients. This moisturizer is safe enough for the whole family, including babies as young as 2 weeks" says double board-certified adult and pediatric dermatologist, Dr. Karan Lal.
CARING FOR YOUR SKIN THROUGH CANCER-CANCER SUPPORT BY LA ROCHE-POSAY
Every year, over 7,500 patients visit the La Roche-Posay Thermal Dermatology Center to experience healing properties of the La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water to treat the side effects of various skin conditions. Almost 50% of the patients visiting the Thermal Center have undergone cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation. La Roche-Posay has partnered with oncologists & medical experts worldwide to provide recommendations for managing the skin related side effects of cancer treatments with suitable skin care solutions to help improve patients' quality of life during and after cancer treatments. More than 80% of cancer patients develop skin-related side effects, and almost 50% experience skin reactions caused by radiation. A simple routine of cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting the skin can help reduce and relieve the impact that cancer treatment has on the skin. Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream is suitable for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation. *
*Do not use on broken skin. Consult a medical professional prior to use.
AT THE FOREFRONT OF SUSTAINABILITY FOR THE BRAND
La Roche-Posay's Lipikar line is at the forefront of sustainability for the brand. The brand is excited to announce that with this renovation the bottle for Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream is made from 96% recycled plastic. Not only is the packaging eco-conscious, but one of the formula's main ingredients, shea butter, is 100% sustainability sourced from Burkina Faso. The brand's sustainable sourcing program focuses on a fair return for women, adding local value to the communities we source from and reducing the environmental impact. By the end of 2023, 40,000 women will be supported through our sustainable sourcing program.
ENHANCED FORMULA WITH KEY INGREDIENTS & NEW AP+M TECHNOLOGY:
REBALANCES THE SKIN MICROBIOME WITH:
- La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water: a soothing water sourced in the town of La Roche-Posay in France and a core ingredient in most of our products. It contains a unique combination of minerals, trace elements, and a high concentration of selenium, a natural antioxidant.
- Postbiotic Aqua Posae Filiformis*: also known as vitreoscilla filiformis, it's an exclusive, patented ingredient cultivated in the La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water.
- NEW Microresyl*: Helps strengthens skin barrier and improves hydration
LIPID REPLENISHING COMPLEX:
- NEW Ceramide-3: ceramides are lipids naturally found in skin. They play an essential role to help retain moisture and maintain a healthy skin barrier. Ceramide 3, also known as Ceramide NP, is a skin-identical lipid used in our formulas to help support the skin moisture barrier.
- Niacinamide: a form of vitamin B3, niacinamide is a water-soluble vitamin. It is widely used in dermatology for its soothing properties & helping restore skin's moisture barrier.
- Shea Butter: sustainably sourced in Burkina Faso. Formulas with shea butter help restore the skin's hydrolipidic film and help skin feel soothed.
- Glycerin: It helps hydrate skin by absorbing water from the surrounding environment.
RIGOROUSLY TESTED- STRICT FORMULATION CHARTER: La Roche-Posay products are developed using a strict formulation charter with a minimal number of ingredients. Every product undergoes stringent clinical testing for efficacy and safety. Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream:
- Fragrance-free
- Paraben-free
- Allergy tested
- Dermatologist tested for safety
- Suitable for sensitive skin
- Non-comedogenic
- Suitable for babies 2 weeks and up
- NEW Mineral-oil free
- NEW Suitable for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation
La Roche Posay's Lipikar line includes Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream, Lipikar Lotion, Lipikar Eczema Cream, and Lipikar Wash AP+ Gentle Moisturizing Wash.
The new Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream has a suggested retail price of $19.99 (400ml) and can be purchased at select CVS, Walgreens, Target and Ulta stores starting in April 2022 and can be purchased online at www.laroche-posay.us and Amazon now.
ABOUT LA ROCHE-POSAY
Recommended by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide[i], La Roche-Posay's mission is to offer life-changing dermatological skincare. Created by a French pharmacist in 1975, the brand is now available in over 60 countries. It offers a unique range of daily skincare developed for every skin type to address various skin concerns and complement prescription treatments. At the center of the brand is the exclusive selenium-rich La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water, a core ingredient in its skincare formulas known for its soothing and antioxidant properties that is sourced from its Thermal Center in France, the first Dermatology Center in Europe. The products are developed using a strict safety and formulation charter with a minimal number of ingredients and are formulated at optimal concentrations. Additionally, La Roche-Posay products undergo stringent clinical testing for efficacy and safety with over 750+ studies and 25 years of extensive research, even on sensitive skin. The key La Roche-Posay product ranges are: Lipikar (dry skin), Anthelios (photoprotection), Effaclar (acne) and Toleriane (sensitive skin).
[i] L'Oreal Barometer Study, Wave 3, Healthcare Market Worldwide
For additional information about La Roche-Posay, visit www.laroche-posay.us and follow La Roche-Posay USA on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @LaRochePosayUSA
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Clemson adds G Brevin Galloway to men’s basketball roster
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson has added Boston College transfer Brevin Galloway to its men’s basketball roster. The school announced the move Wednesday. Galloway is a 6-foot-2, 215-pound guard. This will be Galloway’s sixth year of college basketball. He played in 25 games for the Eagles last season, averaging 8.3 points. Galloway was also second on the team with 44 3-pointers. He began his career with the College of Charleston before following his head coach Earl Grant to Boston College last season. Galloway is the brother of former Clemson tight end Braden Galloway. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/11/clemson-adds-g-brevin-galloway-to-mens-basketball-roster/ | 2022-05-11T22:58:42Z |
- Due to electrification, investments in energy generation or storage have flourished, with a growing focus on heat pump technology.
- U.K., France, Japan and US lead rest of the world in plans to increase investment in energy efficiency, renewable energy or smart building technology.
- More organizations are planning investments in building technology that will keep their occupants healthy and secure, however, funding and access to technology is a barrier
CORK, Ireland, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced findings from the 15th annual Energy Efficiency Indicator Survey, which revealed that 62 percent of organizations surveyed expect to increase investments in energy efficiency, renewable energy, or smart building technology in 2022, indicating a return to pre-pandemic levels.
The latest report by the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change advised that global scale transformation is urgently needed to combat climate change, however, the Johnson Controls Energy Efficiency Indicator Survey found that organizations are still facing challenges to accelerate their sustainability efforts in key areas. Almost two-thirds of survey respondents say they struggle to scale sustainability initiatives across buildings, geographies, or business units.
"In the face of the multiple and continuous shock waves of the last two years, it is very encouraging to see that building owners and operators are driving forward the kinds of investments that deliver the resilience needed to grow their business and attract and retain the best talent", said Katie McGinty, vice president & chief sustainability and external relations officer at Johnson Controls. "Whether it is the damage delivered by climate-charged destructive natural events, or the health threat of the pandemic, or now, the stark demonstration of the insecurity of world energy supplies, it is clear that taking action to cut energy demand while decarbonizing and cleaning the air are core strategies for companies, governments and institutions to not only survive but to thrive. Our innovative technologies in heat pumps and our OpenBlue digital platform, plus our Net Zero as a Service partnership offering, are exactly the right tools at the right time for leaders determined to stay well ahead of challenges and deliver new opportunities for their business or organization."
Global Progress has Accelerated in the Last Five Years
The survey revealed that planned investment in energy generation or storage has grown significantly over five years, likely in response to the global focus on decarbonization, and as part of that effort, electrification. More than a third of respondents plan to replace fossil fuel heating equipment with heat pump technology in the next year, which is 7 percent more than what was implemented in the year prior. Notably, thermal energy storage jumped from 27 percent to 42 percent in the last five years. More than half of respondents implemented electric energy storage in the past year.
The survey also found that the United States and Europe still lead the way in every metric of green building planning. The U.S. had the most respondents who had already achieved green building certification and expect to have a net zero energy or carbon building in the next ten years. Europe had the most respondents planning to attain green building certifications and the most respondents who have established public energy/carbon reduction goals, with UK leading with 46 percent established goals.
Compared to its global counterparts, significantly more respondents in the U.S. plan to implement measures such as building controls improvements, onsite renewable energy, and energy management process such as ISO 50001. Of the countries surveyed, the U.K., France, and Japan have the most respondents who expect to increase investment in energy efficiency, renewable energy, or smart building technology over the next year. Still, to reach global sustainability and environmental goals, the world must work collectively to plan for a more energy efficient future and make investments today for the generations to come.
Barriers to Scaling Sustainability Efforts
Although global scale transformation is necessary to course-correct on climate change, organizations are facing barriers to pursuing sustainability initiatives. Almost half of the respondents surveyed say their top barrier to pursue energy and building technology improvements is either a lack of funding to pay for improvements (25 percent) or uncertainty in their return-on-investment (23 percent).
Additionally, more than half of respondents pointed to a lack of technology as one of the hindrances to scaling sustainability efforts.
Globally, these top barriers have remained largely the same as they were five years ago, underscoring the opportunity to catalyze accelerated action through innovative solutions like Johnson Controls' Net Zero as a Service that enables decarbonization with no upfront capital and with reduced operating expenses as well.
Organizations Focused on Harnessing Technology to Keep Building Occupants Healthy and Safe
The pandemic has also prompted organizations to rethink their technology investment decision-making. Protecting the health and safety of building occupants during the coronavirus pandemic was the second most significant driver of investments globally. Additionally, 65 percent of respondents performed an indoor air quality assessment last year.
Respondents also said improving occupant health and wellness overall and improving life safety and security were important decision-making factors. Over the next 12 months, almost 60 percent of organizations plan to invest in fire/life safety system and security system improvements to their buildings. Long term, more than two thirds of organizations believe data analytics and cybersecurity will have an extremely or very significant impact on the implementation of smart buildings over the next five years.
The survey revealed that actionable policies are also important for progressing energy efficiency goals. 85 and 72 percent of respondents, respectively, reported that performance benchmarking/certifications and performance standards for energy codes are critical to improving energy efficiency efforts.
The Johnson Controls Energy Efficiency Indicator Survey collected responses from a 1,000 participants globally between November and December 2021.
To learn more about the survey findings, visit: https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/2021EEI
Johnson Controls continues to place technology to be at the forefront of innovation for the development of solutions and services through its OpenBlue digital offering, in particular its Net Zero Buildings solution. To find out more, please visit: https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/openblue/net-zero-buildings
About Johnson Controls:
At Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.
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(NewsNation) — Donald Trump’s lawyer says “it doesn’t appear” they would object to releasing the search warrant that prompted Monday’s search of his Mar-a-Lago home.
The Department of Justice has moved to unseal the warrant linked to the Mar-a-Lago search. Former President Trump’s legal team has until 3 p.m. ET Friday to respond. They can either object to the release of the search warrant or agree to it.
If they agree, the world would see what the government is seeking in their search warrant and what FBI agents took from Mar-a-Lago.
The former president’s attorney, Christina Bobb, was at Mar-a-Lago during the search. She joined “On Balance with Leland Vittert” on Thursday night and said if offered optimism they would give the green light, but would not commit.
“It doesn’t appear at this time like we would object, but the court has ordered the Department of Justice to coordinate with us and to work on how that release would take place and what that would look like. Our team has responded. We have reached out to the Department of Justice to coordinate that and have not been able to make contact,” Trump’s attorney Christina Bobb said.
She added: “We’re waiting to hear back from them. We’re very eager. We know that people want information, and we’re eager to respond as best as possible in coordination with the Department of Justice so we’re just waiting to hear back from them.”
Near the end of Leland Vittet’s interview with Bobb, she expressed that she was not sure if they would support releasing the affidavit.
Sources confirmed to NewsNation the execution of the search warrant is linked to an investigation into whether or not the former president mishandled presidential records related to the discovery of boxes full of White House records that were taken to Mar-a-Lago after Trump left office.
Trump maintains that the search was neither necessary nor appropriate, calling it “prosecutorial misconduct.”
The search of a former president’s home is unprecedented, which presents the question of how presidential records are handled.
The Presidential Records Act from 1978 establishes public ownership of all presidential records and developed a way presidents must manage their records.
Under the act, the president is responsible for the management and keeping of presidential records and must separate personal records.
The act allows the president to get rid of records that no longer have administrative, historical, informational or evidentiary value but only after the views of the Archivist of the United States on the proposed disposal have been made available in writing.
Once a president leaves office, the law requires presidential records to be automatically transferred into the legal custody of the archivist. This applies to the records of all presidents and vice presidents and began with the Reagan Administration.
House Republicans believe the enforcement of the Presidential Records Act under Trump differs from previous presidents. In response to the Mar-a-Lago search, Republicans with the Oversight and Reform Committee asked for all documents and communications between any employee or agent of National Archives and Records Administration, the FBI or Department of Justice and the Offices of the United States Attorneys regarding Trump.
The committee is also looking for all communication between NARA employees about documents Trump possesses, all documents submitted to a U.S. federal district court or magistrate or judge, and all documents that illustrate the process of how NARA collects documents during a presidential transition.
A judge reportedly signed off on the FBI’s search warrant for Mar-a-Lago last week, but investigators did not take at least 12 boxes from the resort until Monday when Trump was in New York.
Trump says the search was a “surprise attack” and claimed that his team had been cooperating with the Department of Justice since June.
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PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NerdRabbit, a tech-enabled staffing company that connects cloud and IT professionals to employers, announced the formation of an advisory board to help guide the company's strategy as it enters a hypergrowth phase.
Composed of five accomplished professionals, advisory board members will advise on long term strategy, mentor the leadership team, and leverage their professional networks to help the company execute on key business goals.
Advisory board members include:
- Kevin Davis, Global CTO of AWS at ATOS
- Mark Taylor, President at Arrow Electronics, ECS North America
- Miriam Noble, Head of Sales, SE Greenfield at AWS
- Tim McCormick, former CEO of SaaSOptics
- Suri Anantharama, CTO of Sonline LLC
The board's formation comes at a pivotal time as NerdRabbit enters a period of hypergrowth, tracking toward the company's goal of becoming the go-to platform for hiring top cloud and tech talent.
"We have aggressive growth goals over the next several years, with huge innovations on the horizon for our product in 2023," said NerdRabbit CEO Annelle Barnett. "We want to be the number-one place companies go to hire reliable, scalable, pay-as-you-go cloud talent on demand, and I see the advisory board playing a critical role in that vision."
Founded in 2019, NerdRabbit connects cloud professionals to employers looking to fill roles with top talent. The company does this through its cloud-based talent platform, Nerdly, and through its boutique direct hire recruiting and staffing service, NerdRabbit Direct. In addition to its sister companies ReluTech and ChannelWorks, NerdRabbit is part of Catalyst Tech Ventures, which was named a 2022 Top Workplace by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
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NEW YORK, May 31, 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:
VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW)'s sale to Broadcom Inc. Under the terms of the merger, VMware shareholders may elect to receive either $142.50 in cash or 0.2520 shares of Broadcom common stock for each share of VMware they own. The shareholder election is subject to proration. If you are a VMware shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Trecora Resources (NYSE: TREC)'s sale to an affiliate of Balmoral Funds, LLC for $9.81 per share in cash. If you are a Trecora shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
PCSB Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: PCSB)'s sale to Brookline Bancorp, Inc. Under the terms of the merger agreement, PCSB shareholders will receive, for each share of PCSB, at the holder's election, either $22.00 in cash consideration or 1.3284 shares of Brookline common stock for each share of PCSB common stock. If you are a PCSB shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Covetrus, Inc. (NASDAQ: CVET)'s sale to funds affiliated with Clayton, Dubilier & Rice and TPG Capital for $21.00 per share in cash. If you are a Covetrus shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
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GOBankingRates asked its readers to nominate their favorite small businesses for its second annual Small Business Spotlight.
LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second year in a row, GOBankingRates is celebrating the small businesses that make our communities great through our 2022 Small Business Spotlight.
Readers across the country nominated their favorite restaurants, coffee shops, fitness studios, boutiques, salons and more, and GOBankingRates is now shining a spotlight on these deserving businesses. Nominated businesses this year run the gamut from a microbrewery in California to an arcade in Kansas to a coffee shop in Florida.
Behind each of these unique businesses is a unique story. GOBankingRates spoke with nominated business owners from across the U.S. about the struggles they are facing – especially in times of high inflation – and what makes it all worth it.
"Being able to tell the stories of these incredible entrepreneurs from across the country has been extremely inspiring," said Gabrielle Olya, Lead Writer and Editor at GOBankingRates. "Many of us have a local business we love, but we may not know the stories of the people behind them. Hearing how these individuals have turned their dreams into thriving businesses is really incredible."
In addition to spotlighting deserving businesses, the 2022 Small Business Spotlight features tips and advice for current and aspiring business owners, as well as exclusive survey data on the state of small businesses in America.
"GOBankingRates' Small Business Spotlight recognizes the vital role small businesses play in our local communities, as well as the economy as a whole," said Don Sena, Senior Vice President of Content & Partnerships at GOBankingRates. "We're thrilled to be celebrating these small businesses for the second year in a row."
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Official in New Mexico election standoff avoids prison in Capitol riot
WASHINGTON (AP) — An elected official who is a central figure in a New Mexico county’s refusal to certify recent election results based on debunked conspiracy theories about voting machines avoided more jail time on Friday for joining the mob that attacked the U.S. Capitol.
Couy Griffin, who founded the political group Cowboys for Trump, was sentenced to 14 days behind bars, which he has already served.
The punishment for Griffin’s role in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot that delayed the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory and sent lawmakers running for their lives comes the same day Griffin’s Republican-dominated county commission faces a deadline to certify its election results.
Griffin entered a restricted area outside the Capitol but didn’t go into the building itself.
Prosecutors had sought an additional 70 days in jail for Griffin, who already spent 20 days in jail before being released pending his trial. His lawyers asked for only two months of probation.
During the riot, he shouted his unsubstantiated belief that the election was stolen from then-President Donald Trump, climbed a toppled fence and another barrier to access the Capitol steps and used a bullhorn to lead the throngs in prayer.
A judge hearing testimony without a jury convicted Griffin of a misdemeanor for illegally entering the restricted U.S. Capitol grounds. U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden, a Trump nominee, also acquitted Griffin of a misdemeanor disorderly conduct charge after a bench trial in March.
Griffin and his two other colleagues on the Otero County Commission in southern New Mexico voted against certifying results from the state’s June 7 primary without raising specific concerns about discrepancies. The state Supreme Court has since ordered the conservative-leaning commission to certify the results before a statewide deadline Friday.
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The same-day delivery company and shopping accomplice unveils data based on recent study of caregiver, teacher and college student purchasing plans, paired with recommendations from the actress; announces multi-city tour for the whole family to attend!
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Back to school is just around the corner, which is why today, Shipt, the same-day delivery company and shopping accomplice, is releasing the Ultimate School Shopping Guide to help parents, teachers and college students navigate what to buy ahead of the return to school. Shipt also tapped its trusted brand ambassador and mother of two, Kristen Bell, to offer her expertise in back to school preparation.
Known for their personalized shopping experience, Shipt recently polled parents, caregivers, teachers and college students to uncover the top must-have school supplies for back to school preparation. Rooted in insights from the survey as well as proprietary Shipt data, the same-day delivery company created the Ultimate School Shopping Guide, a shoppable menu of school essentials to assist consumers throughout the retail season. Available on the Shipt app now, customers can purchase everything they need for the first day ahead of time with ease.
"Back to school season is incredibly exciting - new school supplies, new teachers and new routines - but can also feel overwhelming and stressful with all that's needed to prepare and purchase," said Rina Hurst, Chief Business Officer at Shipt and mother of two young kids. "After a summer of free time and fun activities, it's difficult to get back into the mindset of the school season, which is why Shipt is taking the guesswork out of back to school shopping this year. Our Ultimate School Shopping Guide makes back to school shopping easy by sharing insights from parents, teachers and students around the country on what products you really need to purchase this year, and where you can save your budget. With just a few, easy steps, you can have your entire Ultimate School Shopping Guide delivered right to your door so you can focus on getting organized and ready for the busy year ahead."
July is the most popular time to begin school shopping, according to teachers (50%) as well as parents and caregivers (37%). So, where should shoppers start? According to Shipt's Ultimate Shopping Guide, here are the top insights to know:
- No Back-to-Back Backpacks: To no surprise, backpacks are one of the hottest items to purchase for parents of students, with a staggering 84% of parents purchasing a new backpack every year.
- Write This One Down: While nearly half of parents (41%) claim they buy just 5-15 pens or pencils for the year, those same supplies are what more than half of parents (52%) claim their children run out of the fastest.
- Classroom SOS: For those looking to lend a helping hand, the top two items that teachers run out of the fastest in their classroom are pencils and dry erase markers (last year alone, Shipt delivered nearly 5,000 dry erase marker packs!).
- Lunch Box Ready: Preparing school lunches is a full-time job for some parents with over one in four (28%) reporting that they purchase school snacks and lunch supplies on a daily basis. Did you know over 27 million packages of Cheez-Its® were sold last year around back to school season, as well as 23 million packages of Goldfish® and nearly 900,000 Nature Valley Granola Bars, according to Shipt data?
- Digital Classrooms: In addition to pens, notebooks, calculators and books, teachers are also purchasing bigger ticket items this back-to-school season with 72% planning to purchase an electronic tablet for school use.
- Dorm Room Decorators: Living in a college dorm is likely the first time students have total control over their bedroom decor – so, what will they do with this new found freedom? Over half plan to use photos to decorate (59%) or store-bought art (58%). Additional dorm room must-haves include bedding sets with pillows, microwaves, towels and lamps.
- Keepin' It Cool: Whether you're hosting, studying or late night-snacking, don't forget to add a mini fridge to your dorm room must-haves this school year. Almost half of college students (44%) report that they've purchased a mini fridge in the past and plan to do so again. And, what's the number one item stocked in their mini fridges? One in three college students (33%) say beverages.
In addition to the survey's data-driven insights, Kristen Bell, mother of two with years of back to school preparation, also shared her recommendations on must-have supplies, including Yoobi Ring Binders, re(zip) Lay Flat Leak Proof Reusable Lunch Bags, Hello Bello Organic Kids' Multivitamin Fruit and Veggie Vegan Gummies, Yoobi Chalk Markers and more.
"As a mother of two active children, I'm always striving to plan ahead and relying on trusted resources to help my family get everything done," said Kristen Bell, actress and mother. "A back to school shopping hack I will never go without is Shipt's personalized shopping and same-day delivery. I know I can count on my Preferred Shopper to get the kids' must-have school supplies and snack essentials without worry."
The celebrate the season, the same-day delivery platform is also putting the wheels on its own bus by launching a series of exciting events in New York City (7/20-7/21), Boston (7/23-7/24), Philadelphia (7/27-7/28), and Baltimore (8/1-8/2). The family friendly Shipt Back to School Bus will showcase this year's trending products; share helpful insights for parents, teachers and students; offer fun, interactive games and more! For specific locations for each city, follow Shipt on Instagram (@Shipt).
In the spirit of being everyone's go-to shopping accomplice, Shipt and Kristen Bell are donating 2,000 backpacks valued at nearly $50,000 to Operation Backpack, a non-profit dedicated to connecting children in need with new backpacks filled with grade-specific school supplies. Attendees are invited to join Shipt on the tour by building backpacks on-site for Shipt and Kristen Bell to donate on their behalf. If you are interested in donating to Operation Backpack, Shipt encourages you to do so through their website at https://www.voa.org/operation-backpack.
To find out more information on Shipt and to download the Shipt app, visit www.shipt.com and follow Shipt on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. For visuals and media assets, download our press kit here.
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Shipt brings the store to your door. Through a community of Shipt Shoppers and a convenient app, Shipt provides personal shopping and delivery and is available to 80% of households in more than 5,000 U.S. cities. Shipt Shoppers go above and beyond, communicating in real time about preferences and substitutions. A curated marketplace of retailers, Shipt offers access to a variety of stores and product categories including fresh foods, household essentials, wellness products, office and pet supplies. Shipt is an independently operated, wholly owned subsidiary of Target Corp. Founded and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Shipt also maintains an office in San Francisco. For more information, visit Shipt's Newsroom.
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- Report to be released at approximately 7:00 AM CEST on July 14, 2022
- One live video webcast for analysts, investors and journalists at 9:00 AM CEST
STOCKHOLM, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson's (NASDAQ: ERIC) financial report for the second quarter 2022 will be published at approximately 7:00 AM CEST on July 14, 2022.
The company will issue a press release with the complete financial report attached, including tables, in PDF format.
Following publication of the press release, the financial report will be available on Ericsson's website: www.ericsson.com/en/investors/financial-reports/interim-reports
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PARIS, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sequans Communications S.A. (NYSE: SQNS), a leading developer and provider of 5G and 4G solutions for broadband, critical, and massive IoT, announced today the shareholder approval of Dr. Sailesh Chittipeddi to its board of directors, effective June 24, 2022.
"We are pleased to welcome Sailesh to our Board and look forward to his contributions and criticality of thought, given his expertise in IoT as a senior-level executive of Renesas," stated Georges Karam, Sequans President and Chief Executive Officer.
Dr. Sailesh Chittipeddi has served as Executive Vice President and General Manager of the IoT and Infrastructure Business Unit of Renesas Electronics Corporation since July 2019. Before joining Renesas, he served as Executive Vice President of Global Operations and Chief Technology Officer for IDT Corporation. Prior to IDT, Dr. Chittipeddi was President and CEO of Conexant Systems and served on its Board of Directors. At Conexant, he led the company in its transition from a public company to private ownership and through its debt restructuring efforts. Dr. Chittipeddi holds five degrees, including an M.B.A from the University of Texas at Austin and a Ph.D. in physics from The Ohio State University. Dr. Chittipeddi has earned 64 U.S. patents related to a semiconductor process, package, and design and has been published in nearly 40 technical articles.
"I am delighted to join the Sequans Board of Directors," said Dr. Chittipeddi. "Through our mutually beneficial partnership, Renesas has fostered a strong relationship with Sequans in product collaborations and, more recently, as shareholders. My position on the board of directors will further both companies' commitment to our mutual success."
Dr. Chittipeddi will replace the seat vacated by Alok Sharma, who has stepped down from the board. Mr. Sharma joined the board in 2011.
Mr. Karam stated: "On behalf of Sequans, I thank Alok for his years of service and valuable contributions to the Company. We wish him the best in his future endeavors."
Sequans Communications S.A. (NYSE: SQNS) is a leading developer and supplier of cellular IoT connectivity solutions, providing chips and modules for 5G/4G massive and broadband IoT. For 5G/4G massive IoT applications, Sequans provides a comprehensive product portfolio based on its flagship Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 chip platforms, featuring industry-leading low power consumption, a large set of integrated functionalities, and global deployment capability. For 5G/4G broadband IoT applications, Sequans offers a product portfolio based on its Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 4G and high-end Taurus 5G chip platforms, optimized for low-cost residential, enterprise, and industrial applications. Founded in 2003, Sequans is based in Paris, France with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Finland, Taiwan, South Korea, and China. Visit Sequans online at www.sequans.com, and follow us on Twitter and Linked In.
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The Lead: Pine View class president told to be careful with graduation speech
Published: May. 11, 2022 at 3:35 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The senior class president of Pine View School for the Gifted is already an accomplished activist for gay rights. He’s been told he can’t talk about during his speech at graduation. ABC7′s Jim DeLa sits down with Zander Moricz.
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The Supreme Court’s apparent intention to abolish a nationwide right to abortion, spelled out in a draft opinion leaked this week, will expand the battlefield of the nation’s most highly charged culture war, taking it to states where abortion access has long been assured.
Democrats in blue states are bracing for a wave of legal attacks and other maneuvers seeking to undermine access, and some are even taking steps to enshrine the right to abortion in their constitutions, making it much more difficult to impose a ban in the future.
Republican states are expected to ban or restrict abortion, but tactics also could include an aggressive effort to go beyond their borders to sue abortion providers and find other ways to punish those who assist a woman in securing an abortion.
The potential to roll back established abortion rights already has emerged in states with divided political control, including Pennsylvania and Virginia. California and Colorado are pushing to protect abortion access in their constitutions, a stronger step than passing a law. Connecticut and Washington state have already taken steps to shield providers from possible lawsuits as they anticipate women seeking abortions would cross state lines.
“We will not allow the tentacles of Texas to get into Washington state,” said Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee, who vowed to make Washington a sanctuary for those seeking abortion.
Oregon lawmakers included $15 million in their state budget to help pay for people to travel to the state to get abortions and California has a similar bill.
The rhetoric on both sides points to a growing fight over access, with anti-abortion advocates hoping to shrink the number of states where the procedure remains legal if Roe is overturned. Roughly half of U.S. states are expected to move quickly to ban or greatly restrict abortion if that happens.
A new law in Idaho, currently blocked by the state Supreme Court, would allow family members of all involved to sue abortion providers, an example of the tactics to come.
“The next chapter of the conflict is really going to be about essentially what happens with interstate conflicts,” said Mary Ziegler, a legal historian at Florida State University’s law school.
Many states with one-party control of government already have chosen their side. The handful of states with divided politics are up for grabs.
In Pennsylvania, abortion is legal under state law for the first 24 weeks of pregnancy. The law’s survival is on the line in this year’s race for governor.
Gov. Tom Wolf, a Democrat who has vetoed recent legislation restricting abortion, is not running because of term limits. The race to replace him is between a similarly minded Democrat, state Attorney General Josh Shapiro, and a primary field of nine Republicans who all say they would sign restrictions passed by the Legislature, which is likely to remain under GOP control.
One Republican candidate, state Sen. Doug Mastriano, supports a ban at six weeks of pregnancy without exceptions for rape, incest or saving the life of the mother.
“There is one way and one way only for us to ensure that women have the legal right to continue to make decisions over their own bodies in Pennsylvania and that is winning this governor’s race,” Shapiro said during a conference call with reporters this week.
In North Carolina, Gov. Roy Cooper and other state Democrats have framed the November election as one in which they must prevent the GOP from winning back veto-proof majorities in the Legislature. With every seat up for election in November, Republicans need to gain five seats to restore that control.
“Republicans in our state are on the verge of gaining veto-proof supermajorities in Raleigh. If they succeed, you can add North Carolina to the list of states that will ban abortions,” Cooper, who has vetoed efforts to limit abortion since 2019, said in a recent fundraising letter.
Campaigns for two state Supreme Court seats are expected to be even more intense because the court could hear challenges to any new abortion restrictions. Democrats currently hold four of the seven seats, including two on the ballot this year.
Republican Party Chairman Michael Whatley said in a release that the balance of the General Assembly and the Supreme Court “has never been more important” to ensure that “pro-life majorities” are in charge in a post-Roe future.
The potential to undermine abortion access also is surfacing in Virginia, where Democrats lost their total hold on state government last November when Republicans flipped the House of Delegates and won the governor’s office. Democrats control the state Senate by only one vote and have one caucus member who opposes abortion and has indicated an openness to new restrictions.
Gov. Glenn Youngkin describes himself as “pro-life,” though he has said he supports exceptions in cases of rape, incest or to save a woman’s life. He said this week that it was premature to speculate on what the Supreme Court’s final decision would be or how he and lawmakers might proceed.
In Minnesota, where control of the legislative chambers is divided between the parties, two anti-abortion amendments to a health and human services bill narrowly failed on procedural votes in the Democrat-controlled House. Democratic Gov. Tim Walz vowed in an email to supporters this week that “no abortion ban will ever become law” as long as he’s governor; the Republican candidates vying to challenge his re-election bid all support a ban.
Michigan and Wisconsin, states with Democratic governors and legislatures controlled by Republicans, have pre-Roe abortion bans in state law. Michigan’s governor already has filed a legal challenge to the law, while Wisconsin’s attorney general, Democrat Josh Kaul, said he expects litigation as well.
“(The) ban wasn’t just dormant,” he said. “It was unconstitutional for 50 years.”
Some deeply Democratic states are moving quickly to try to shore up abortion rights. California Gov. Gavin Newsom and top Democratic leaders in the Legislature committed to asking voters to “enshrine the right to choose” in the state constitution, steps also in the works in Vermont and Colorado.
California already has some of the most expansive abortion protections in the country. But legislative leaders say the amendment would make it much harder to repeal those protections should the political winds change and future lawmakers seek to impose restrictions.
Democrats also believe it would shield the state from any adverse state court decisions or federal abortion bans if Republicans were to win control of Congress.
“The unimaginable can happen,” said state Sen. Nancy Skinner, a Democrat from Berkeley. “Unless we are explicit about what we are protecting … some day some court could interpret privacy as not including my right to an abortion. And that’s what we’re trying to protect against.”
Colorado Democrats and advocates say they will seek a ballot measure in 2024 to enshrine abortion access in the constitution and repeal a 1980s constitutional amendment that bans public funding for abortion.
Democratic House Majority Leader Daneya Esgar said an amendment is needed “because state legislatures can change, and depending on who has the majority, they can write into law their ideologies. This is fundamental for Colorado women, no matter who’s in charge.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/article_9365b5b4-cc05-11ec-8ca5-dfd9f1680558.html | 2022-05-05T05:29:11Z |
LOTTE Confectionary Co. and Aspire have signed an MOU to promote the market potential of quality cricket protein and cooperate on certain R&D activities.
LONDON, ON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - LOTTE Confectionary Co. Ltd ("LOTTE") and Aspire Food Group Ltd. ("Aspire") have signed an MOU to formalize their cooperation in the distribution and promotion of crickets as food. The MOU confirms Aspire's desire to have LOTTE act as exclusive distributor to distribute and sell products produced by Aspire and LOTTE Confectionary in key markets in Asia as well as Europe.
LOTTE and Aspire agreed to identify potential opportunities for the establishment of a large-scale commercial facility for the production and processing of cricket species approved for consumption in Korea.
Aspire and LOTTE Confectionary will work together on certain R&D activities including the farming of insects for food and feed and the nutritional and functional value of insects as an alternative food and feed source.
The visit of LOTTE Confectionary was led by Mr. Young goo Lee. The senior delegation of LOTTE representatives toured Aspire's new commercial facility in London, Ontario. A signing ceremony was held at the plant.
The new facility showcases advanced industrial lights-out automation, distributed IoT data collection, robotics, and an internationally recognized AI solution developed specifically for the production process.
"A growing population and increasing demand for food and materials requires sustainable, scalable solutions," said Mohammed Ashour, CEO, Aspire. "We are honored that LOTTE sees the value in accelerating the world's transition to sustainable ingredients and materials through insect technology and bringing our innovative products to markets eager to embrace the future of food."
Aspire is a world leader in the field of precision insect farming, optimizing the growth and harvesting of an underutilized natural resource to meet global demand for sustainable ingredients and materials. Aspire has pioneered the world's lowest-cost, highest-density, and most ethical automated food-grade protein production system. Crickets are an all-natural, sustainable, superfood ingredient nutritionally on par with, or superior to, livestock, cell-cultured, and plant-based alternatives. The state-of-the-art facility in London is the world's largest, fully automated cricket production and processing facility, leveraging technologies including artificial intelligence, robotics, and automated storage and retrieval (ASRS).
Aspire is a Canadian company with headquarters in London, Ontario.
LOTTE desires to enrich lives and pursue innovation across a wide array food, retail, and other industry segments while delivering to customers across the globe and expanding the Corporation's presence. As one of Korea's five largest companies, LOTTE is expanding into international markets to establish itself as a global business.
Through consistent product development, diversified marketing strategies, and advanced distribution techniques, LOTTE maintains its position at the pinnacle of the confectionery industry and contributes to the advancement and globalization of the Korean food products industries through the development of future food technology.
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PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces a proposed $25,000,000 settlement has been reached in a class-action lawsuit on behalf of consumers and third-party payors regarding the prescription drug Remicade. The class-action lawsuit (In re Remicade Antitrust Litigation, No. 2:17-cv-04326-KSM) claims that Defendants Johnson & Johnson and Janssen Biotech, Inc. violated federal and state antitrust and consumer-protection laws by taking action to block competition by new entrants in the infliximab market. Defendants deny any wrongdoing. The Court has not decided who is right.
You are included in the settlement as a Settlement Class Member if you are a person or entity in the United States and its territories who indirectly purchased, paid and/or provided reimbursement for some or all of the purchase price of Defendants' infliximab (Remicade) from April 5, 2016 through February 28, 2022, and are not otherwise excluded from the Settlement Class. Information about the Settlement Class and exclusions is available at www.RemicadeSettlement.com.
The Defendants will pay $25,000,000 into a Settlement Fund to settle all claims in the lawsuit. If you are a Settlement Class Member and seek a share of the proposed Settlement, you will need to complete, sign and return a Claim Form by November 30, 2022, in order to be eligible to obtain a share of the proposed Settlement. Claim Forms are available at www.RemicadeSettlement.com.
If you are a Settlement Class Member, you may also (1) write to the Court about why you do not like the proposed Settlement, or (2) exclude yourself from the Settlement Class. The deadline for either option is November 30, 2022. Descriptions about the effects of these options, and instructions on how to exercise them, are available at www.RemicadeSettlement.com.
The Court has scheduled a hearing on February 27, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. ET to consider whether to approve the Settlement, any requests by the attorneys for an attorney fee award, reimbursement of expenses, and Service Awards payments to Plaintiffs, as well as any objections. You do not need to attend, but you or your attorney may do so at your own expense.
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TAIPEI, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The ible Airvida E1 was unveiled at Viva Tech 2022 in Paris, bringing ible's certified wearable ionic air purifiers to an even larger audience. The Airvida E1, the world's first wearable ionic air purifier with built-in earphones and exclusive app dashboard, uses ible's unique Breathing Pathway Eco Ion Technology to purify air, and lessen the potential impact of coronavirus, PM2.5, pollen, allergen, and bacteria.
Airvida E1 weighs only 42 grams and is comfortable to wear for hours. The battery life can last more than 8 hours when turning on air, purifying, and earphone functions. Without music playing, battery life increases to more than 30 hours.
Airvida E1's APP can provide instant PM2.5 & pollen information according to the user's location. It can also remind users to turn on the air purifying function or adjust the level of the negative ions (2 million/ 4 million/ 6 million negative ions) when needed. Airvida E1 is suitable for commuters, and it can also be put on its stand to allow use as a desktop air purifier even in the office.
Award-winning breakthrough design
This brand new concept was identified with Japan Good Design's judges, making Airvida E1 the only wearable air purifier which won the 2021 Good Design Award (Japan). The judges of this award have very positive comments for Airvida E1 and wish Airvida E1 to become the pioneer to the epidemic prevention market.
In addition to its safety, Airvida's high purifying ability also made itself earn Innovation Awards at CES 2020, German Innovation Awards 2022, and the first prize in the Epidemic Prevention Category at 2019, 2020, 2021 SNQ (Symbol of National Quality, Taiwan), and 2022 Taiwan Excellence Awards. Due to its outstanding virus removal capability, Airvida was recommended by TTA to StartupBlink (UNAIDS, under the United Nations) and soon be recognized on their Coronavirus Innovation Map.
Designed in Taiwan for the world
Airvida is designed and manufactured in Taiwan to fulfill the highest standards of material (RoHS), performance, efficiency optimization (SGS, Kisato Research Center for Environmental Science (Japan) & FIA (Japan) reports), and safety regulation (CE & FCC).
Airvida has sold over 300,000 units in over ten countries to date. Referring to the customer reviews in Japan Rakuten, Airvida not only gets a 4.5 out of 5 rating but also makes 97% of hay fever sufferers feel improved.
Those interested in Airvida E1 can get hands on with the product at Viva Tech 2022, E59-015, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, 9 am - 6 pm CEST, June 15, 2022 - June 18, 2022
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) today announced that Scott Stanzel will join the company as executive vice president and chief communications officer, effective Oct. 1, 2022. Stanzel will report to Chief Legal Officer and Head of Public Affairs Ellen Fitzsimmons and will lead the bank's corporate communications function, overseeing internal and external communications from the bank's Charlotte, North Carolina, headquarters.
"Scott is a forward-thinking, compelling leader with an extensive banking, technology and public sector background. His experience and insights will immediately help Truist even more constructively and impactfully engage our numerous stakeholders," said Fitzsimmons. "Transparent, accountable, actionable and timely communication is critical to advancing Truist's purpose to inspire and build better lives and communities, and we look forward to the expertise and contributions Scott will bring to our team. Additionally, we are deeply grateful to Brian Davis for his service as head of communications and pleased he will be taking on a new role at Truist, which will be announced soon."
Stanzel brings decades of corporate communications, public sector and leadership experience. He most recently served as managing vice president for corporate communications at Capital One Financial Corporation. Before joining Capital One, he served in communications roles at Amazon and Microsoft. Previously, Stanzel served as deputy White House press secretary during the George W. Bush administration.
"Truist is purpose-built for the banking needs of consumers and businesses and is extremely well positioned in the marketplace as a top 10 U.S. bank. I am honored to join Truist and lead a growing communications team that provides confidence to our clients and inspiration to our teammates at a time of transformational change in the industry and economy," said Stanzel.
About Truist
Truist Financial Corporation is a purpose-driven financial services company committed to inspiring and building better lives and communities. Truist has leading market share in many high-growth markets in the country. The company offers a wide range of services including retail, small business and commercial banking; asset management; capital markets; commercial real estate; corporate and institutional banking; insurance; mortgage; payments; specialized lending; and wealth management. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Truist is a top 10 U.S. commercial bank with total assets of $545 billion as of June 30, 2022. Truist Bank, Member FDIC. Learn more at Truist.com.
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Choctaw cold case solved
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - A cold case has been solved today after a woman in Choctaw County admitted to killing her baby in Hugo, Oklahoma 30 years ago.
Meaonia Michelle Allen turned herself in to officials at the Choctaw County courthouse earlier today.
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) says the case of Baby Doe started in 1993, when Valoree Brock found a dead baby boy in her backyard.
In the initial investigation, officers questioned Allen and she informed them that she worked at Valoree Brock’s day care center, and was dating her son.
The case reopened two years ago and OSBI says Allen revealed in an interview with special agents that she had been pregnant and delivered and killed the baby on Brock’s property.
A recent DNA test helped bring new life into the case.
OSBI director Ricky Adams said, “Identifying the use of genetic genealogy as a tool and the work of para-bon and our internal genealogy specialist provided significant leads in this disturbing case. Baby Doe can now be properly laid to rest and his killer will be held accountable.”
Allen is charged with murder and is held in the Choctaw County jail without bond.
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Carjacker beats up 72-year-old, takes car, only to die in crash, police say
SAN ANTONIO (KABB/WOAI) - A San Antonio great-grandmother is recovering after a brutal carjacking this week.
She’s lucky not to have been more seriously injured, but her assailant later crashed her car and died.
Shirlene Hernandez, 72, was on her way to a Shell gas station Tuesday morning, something she does every day, to get a Diet Coke.
On her way inside, a man grabbed her, hitting her several times in the face in a tussle to take her keys. Hernandez said despite three men trying to tackle the attacker, he still got away with her car.
Not long after, police found her car on the interstate, totaled – and with the suspected carjacker dead inside.
“There’s a lot of people who would say what goes around comes around, karma. I did not think that; the only thing I got (was) really sad because he had died,” Hernandez said. “Now granted, he had hurt me, but the Lord saw fit to take him out of his misery.”
Hernandez said she is still sore and beat up with a bruised face, but she is mostly OK. However, she is left without a vehicle.
Despite her age, she still works every day and needs a vehicle to get her there.
San Antonio residents created a GoFundMe page to help Hernandez buy a replacement car. With an initial goal of $5,000, the page has raised nearly triple that amount as of Monday afternoon.
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MADRID (AP) — The Spanish government will tighten judicial control over the country’s intelligence agency, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Thursday, weeks after the agency admitted it had spied on several pro-independence supporters in the region of Catalonia with judicial authorization.
The country’s National Intelligence Center, or CNI, has been under fire since April, after Canada-based digital rights group Citizen Lab alleged that the phones of more than 60 Catalan politicians, lawyers and activists had been hacked with controversial spyware. The CNI later acknowledged in a closed-door meeting with Spanish lawmakers that it had hacked into the cellphones of “some” of these politicians.
On Thursday Sánchez announced plans to overhaul the 2002 law that sets out judicial control of the intelligence agency.
“It’s aimed at strengthening the guarantees of this control, while also ensuring maximum respect for the individual and political rights of people,” he told parliament.
His government would also seek to replace the current law on official secrets, which dates back to 1968 when the country was still under the dictatorship of Gen. Francisco Franco.
“It’s imperative to adapt regulations to democratic and constitutional principles,” Sánchez added.
The extent of the spying scandal widened earlier this month after the government revealed that an “external” power infected the cellphones of Sánchez, the prime minister, and Defense Minister Margarita Robles with Pegasus spyware last year. It later emerged that the phone of Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska, the head of Spain’s police and border control agencies, was also infected with the spyware around the same time.
The announcement of legislative reform comes weeks after the Spanish government fired the director of the intelligence agency, Paz Esteban, in what opposition politicians labelled as an effort to temper anger among Catalan separatist parties on which the Socialist-led minority government often relies on for parliamentary support. | https://cw33.com/technology/ap-technology/spain-vows-legal-reforms-in-wake-of-spying-allegations/ | 2022-05-26T16:37:44Z |
REAL SIMPLE to Host Its First-Ever Consumer Weekend Experience Featuring Exclusive Access to the REAL SIMPLE HOME and Special Events Throughout the Surrounding Beach Community
NEW YORK, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dotdash Meredith's REAL SIMPLE today announces that it will debut the brand's fifth annual REAL SIMPLE HOME in the Rosemary Beach Community in Inlet Beach, Florida, this fall. To correspond with the home, REAL SIMPLE has created the Time for You Weekend, its first-ever immersive consumer experience to be held in the Rosemary Beach Community September 15–18, featuring an itinerary of events, including special access to the REAL SIMPLE HOME. The 2022 REAL SIMPLE HOME will be unveiled in the October issue, available September 16. Tickets for the inaugural Time for You Weekend are now available at realsimpleweekend.com.
"In our current world, unwinding is more important than ever! The sunny, gorgeous Rosemary Beach Community in Inlet Beach, Florida, is the perfect spot for our fifth annual REAL SIMPLE HOME. Our coastal home will be packed with color and pattern, easy DIY decor and, of course, plenty of organization tips you can use to make your own space beautiful and functional. We're also excited to welcome passionate brand enthusiasts to the area with our first-ever Time for You Weekend, giving them some time to unwind with an exclusive look inside the new REAL SIMPLE HOME," said Lauren Iannotti, REAL SIMPLE Editor in Chief.
For the first time, REAL SIMPLE is bringing its popular REAL SIMPLE HOME to a coastal setting. The Rosemary Beach Community in Inlet Beach, Florida, is a scenic Gulf Coast community offering pristine beaches, a charming Town Center, and uniquely designed homes that celebrate the intersection of indoor and outdoor living. This year's overall design will pay homage to its locale with an elevated coastal theme flowing throughout each room, including unique features, such as a multi-function loft, outdoor porch, and summer kitchen. Leading up to the full reveal in September, REAL SIMPLE will document the renovation process from mood boards to final touches across several issues of the magazine, on RealSimple.com, Instagram, and TikTok.
To curate the home, REAL SIMPLE has teamed up with a roster of esteemed interior designers and tastemakers. The team includes: Clara Jung, Banner Day Interiors; Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, The Home Edit; Dabito, Old Brand New; Erin Wheeler, Sunny Circle Studio; Gina Gutierrez, Gina Rachelle Design; Kelly Finley, Joy Street Design; Erica Finamore, REAL SIMPLE Home Director; Katie Holdefehr, RealSimple.com Senior Editor; and Leslie Corona, REAL SIMPLE Senior Home Editor. REAL SIMPLE HOME sponsors include American Standard® Heating and Air Conditioning, Bio-Oil® Skincare, CURÉL® Ultra Healing® Lotion, Elkay®, Minted, and Valspar®.
The Time for You Weekend event offers attendees the opportunity to relax, rest, and get inspired through curated, REAL SIMPLE-branded experiences. Events include tours of the 2022 REAL SIMPLE HOME, panel discussions hosted by REAL SIMPLE editors, walking tours of the Rosemary Beach Community, morning yoga, guided bike tours, welcome cocktail reception, and other experiences. Accommodations are now available for booking through the Rosemary Beach Cottage Rental Company at RosemaryBeach.com. Sponsors of the Time for You Weekend include Evereve, NOW Foods, and Pure Leaf ® Iced Tea.
Get a first look at the inspiration behind the 2022 REAL SIMPLE HOME at RealSimple.com/rshome22. To purchase tickets for the Time for You Weekend, visit realsimpleweekend.com.
REAL SIMPLE provides practical and useful solutions for simplifying every aspect of a modern woman's busy life. By tightly curating the best advice, products and services to make decisions simple, REAL SIMPLE delivers a judgment-free guide for life, leaving her lighter, more accomplished, and in control. As the number one women's lifestyle magazine at newsstand and on Apple News+, REAL SIMPLE reaches an audience of 22 million every month through print, digital, podcasts, licensed products, brand experiences, and more. REAL SIMPLE is part of the Dotdash Meredith publishing family.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve officials were concerned at their meeting last month that consumers were increasingly anticipating higher inflation, and they signaled that much higher interest rates could be needed to restrain it.
The policymakers also acknowledged, in minutes from their June 14-15 meeting released Wednesday, that their rate hikes could weaken the economy. But they suggested that such steps were necessary to slow price increases back to the Fed’s 2% annual target.
The officials agreed that the central bank needed to raise its benchmark interest rate to “restrictive” levels that would slow the economy’s growth and “recognized that an even more restrictive stance could be appropriate” if inflation persisted. After last month’s meeting, the Fed raised its key rate by three-quarters of a point to a range of 1.5% to 1.75% — the biggest single increase in nearly three decades — and signaled that further large hikes would likely be needed.
The Fed has been ramping up its drive to tighten credit and slow growth with inflation having reached a four-decade high of 8.6%, spreading to more areas of the economy. Americans are also starting to expect high inflation to last longer than they had before — a sentiment that could embed an inflationary psychology and make it harder to slow price increases.
And with midterm elections nearing, high inflation has surged to the top of Americans’ concerns, posing a threat to President Joe Biden and Democrats in Congress.
At a news conference after last month’s Fed meeting, Chair Jerome Powell suggested that a rate hike of either one-half or three-quarters of a point was likely when the policymakers next meet late this month. The minutes released Wednesday confirmed that other officials agreed that such an increase would “likely be appropriate.” A rate hike of either size would exceed the quarter-point increase that the Fed has typically carried out.
Last month, the Fed released projections that showed that the officials expect to raise their benchmark rate to 3.4% by the end of this year. At that level, the Fed’s key rate would no longer stimulate growth and could weaken the economy. The minutes suggest that the policymakers could potentially raise rates above that level.
At the time of last month’s meeting, the policymakers said the economy appeared to be expanding in the April-June quarter, with consumer spending “remaining strong.” Since then, though, the economy has shown signs of slowing, with consumer spending falling in May, after adjusting for inflation, for the first time this year. Home sales are plunging as mortgage rates have jumped, accelerated by the Fed’s rate increases.
The signs of economic sluggishness have intensified fears that high prices and rising rates could send the economy into a recession late this year or next year. Such concern has further complicated the Fed’s policymaking because a recession would normally lead it to cut rates to stimulate growth.
Some economists described the Fed’s assessment of the economy, as laid out in Wednesday’s minutes, as outdated even though it is only three weeks old. Prices for oil, wheat and other commodities are falling, wage gains are moderating and growth is slowing. Those trends may mean that the Fed’s policymakers, who have said they will be “nimble” in responding to economic data, won’t raise rates as fast as financial markets expect.
“We very much hope that the sobering data since the June meeting will push members towards the smaller hike,” of a half-point rather than three-quarters in July, said Ian Shepherdson, chief economist at Pantheon Macroeconomics. “They wanted to send a clear signal that they will not accommodate permanently higher inflation, but that job is done.”
The Fed had been expected to raise rates by a half-point at last month’s meeting but ended up announcing a three-quarter point hike instead. At his news conference afterward, Powell mentioned recent economic reports that had heightened concerns about high inflation. Those reports included inflation data for May, which showed that the pace of price increases reached a 40-year high.
Powell also cited a survey of consumer sentiment conducted by the University of Michigan that said consumers’ longer-term inflation expectations were starting to rise more quickly. That unnerved Powell and other Fed officials, because if people expect higher inflation, that sentiment can lead to an acceleration of prices. Workers could, for example, demand higher pay to cover their expectation of rising bills and expenses, leading companies, in turn, to raise prices further to offset their higher labor costs.
The Fed is seeking to convince the public that it will rise to the challenge and tame the pace of price increases, with the goal of keeping Americans’ inflation expectations in check.
There is “a significant risk now facing the (Fed) that elevated inflation could become entrenched if the public began to question the resolve” of Fed officials to combat higher prices, the minutes said.
As a result, the minutes said, tighter credit and “clear and effective communications” are critical to controlling inflation. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/fed-sharply-higher-rates-may-be-needed-to-quell-inflation/ | 2022-07-07T17:30:18Z |
Data Center Liquid Cooling to Exceed $1 Billion in Market Revenues by 2026
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recently published report from Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, networks, and data center industries, data center physical infrastructure (DCPI) revenues are forecast to grow at an 8 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2021 to 2026, to above $31 billion. Growth is forecast to remain resilient, driven by sustainability-minded data center expansion from cloud and colocation service providers, despite near-term supply chain constraints persisting and macroeconomic headwinds forming.
"Demand for data center physical infrastructure remains resilient, despite the developing macroeconomic uncertainties," said Lucas Beran, Principal Analyst at Dell'Oro Group. "Most importantly, data center sustainability has risen to the top of decision making criteria in the industry, opening the door for significant technology transitions during this forecast period. The most exciting is the acceleration of data center liquid cooling, as both direct liquid cooling (DLC) and immersion cooling (single-phase and two-phase) are forecast to grow significantly and surpass $1 billion in market revenue by 2026," added Beran.
Additional highlights from the Data Center Physical Infrastructure 5-Year July 2022 Report:
- DCPI revenue growth is forecast to slow to 6 percent in 2023, driven by continued cloud and colocation service provider growth and marginal enterprise growth.
- China is forecast to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, followed by APAC (Excluding China) and EMEA.
- Data Center Thermal Management is forecast to grow the fastest rate of any market segment during the forecast period, surpassing $6 B in vendor revenues in 2026.
- The Service Providers (Top 10 Cloud, Rest-of-Cloud, Colocation, and Telco) customer segment is forecast to grow at a double-digit CAGR during the forecast period, while the Enterprise customer segment (Large Enterprise, Rest-of-Enterprise) is forecast to grow at a much lower rate.
Dell'Oro Group's Data Center Physical Infrastructure 5-Year Forecast Report offers complete, in-depth coverage of the data center physical infrastructure market. This covers market sizes and forecasts for uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), thermal management, cabinet power distribution and busway, rack power distribution, IT racks and containment, and software and services. Additional product level detail is provided for each market segment. Allocation of manufacturing revenues by cloud service providers, telco, colocation, and enterprise customer segments is also provided. For more information about the report, please contact us at dgsales@delloro.com.
Dell'Oro Group is a market research firm that specializes in strategic competitive analysis in the telecommunications and enterprise networks, data center infrastructure, and network security markets. Our firm provides in-depth quantitative data and qualitative analysis to facilitate critical, fact-based business decisions. For more information, contact Dell'Oro Group at +1.650.622.9400 or visit www.delloro.com.
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Apple employees demand more flexibility from company as three-day office return looms
By Sara Ashley O’Brien, CNN Business
Some Apple employees are pushing back on the tech giant’s return to office pilot program, which will soon require most of its corporate workers to be in the office at least three days per week.
The employees, organizing under a newly-formed group known as Apple Together that advocates for workers’ well-being and rights, are petitioning leadership for more flexibility. They’re also calling out a disconnect between the company’s external marketing to customers that its products allow people to “work from anywhere” and its internal messaging to staffers. “How can we understand what problems of remote work need solving in our products, if we don’t live it?” reads an open letter addressed to company leadership and published Friday on Apple Together’s website.
“We are not asking for everyone to be forced to work from home,” the letter continues.
“We are asking to decide for ourselves, together with our teams and direct manager, what kind of work arrangement works best for each one of us, be that in an office, work from home, or a hybrid approach.”
Apple did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the letter and did not respond to an earlier request for comment on its return-to-work plans.
Apple’s hybrid return pilot initially drew backlash in June 2021 after it was outlined to staffers, but Apple, like most companies, pushed back the rollout as a result of new Covid-19 variants in the fall and winter. Following the delays, Apple began its phased approach to getting workers back into the office, beginning with once a week at the beginning of April before upping to twice a week more recently. The company outlined its most recent timeline for employees in an email, the text of which was published by The Verge.
Friday’s letter, which calls the pilot a “step back in flexibility for many of our teams,” comes in anticipation of the last phase of Apple’s pilot, which is slated to go into effect at the end of May, where workers will be expected in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
It spells out specific reasons they’re taking issue with the pilot, ranging from forcing workers to unnecessarily commute — “a huge waste of time as well as both mental and physical resources” — to what they see as an inevitable impact on diversity. “Apple will likely always find people willing to work here, but … being in the office at least 3 fixed days of the week … will make Apple younger, whiter, more male-dominated, more neuro-normative, more able-bodied, in short, it will lead to privileges deciding who can work for Apple, not who’d be the best fit,” the letter added.
One of the organizers, an employee who works on hardware engineering in the Bay Area and asked to remain anonymous for fear of retribution, told CNN Business that there are roughly 200 workers who are engaged with Apple Together. (By contrast, Apple Together says the company has more than 100,000 employees in the United States including its retail workforce.) The group, and the public advocacy for internal change, is notable given the company’s inner workings have long been shrouded in secrecy. But the tide has turned in recent months, with retail employees at at least two Apple stores in the US seeking to unionize, and the emergence of the “Apple Too” initiative, out of which Apple Together was born.
Started last August by two now-former Apple employees, “Apple Too” sought to encourage workers to come forward with their stories of racism, sexism and discrimination in a bid to push for changes. (One of the former employees, Janneke Parrish, was fired; she’s since filed a charge with the National Labor Relations Board alleging retaliation. The other, Cher Scarlett, left Apple in November; she also has pending complaints with the Labor Board. A spokesperson for Apple has previously declined to comment on those cases.)
According to the current employee, a committee of Apple Together workers drafted the letter in recent weeks after some staffers had previously attempted to raise concerns within Apple’s internal channels “to no avail.”
“There is such a huge disconnect between executive leadership and the individuals,” the employee said, noting that while some managers may want flexibility themselves or can empathize with the individual needs of their direct reports, “the further you go up in the chain, the more that empathy erodes.”
The letter, published on the 12-year anniversary of the late Steve Jobs’s “Thoughts on Flash” open letter and borrows its format, ends with a nod to Apple’s visionary cofounder.
“As Steve said: ‘It doesn’t make sense to hire smart people and then tell them what to do. We hire smart people so they can tell us what to do.’ Here we are, the smart people that you hired, and we are telling you what to do: Please get out of our way, there is no one-size-fits-all solution, let us decide how we work best, and let us do the best work of our lives.”
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NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Oscar Health, Inc. (NYSE: OSCR) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Oscar Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus issued in connection with the Company's March 2021 initial public offering.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: July 11, 2022
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Oscar Health, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Oscar was experiencing growing COVID-19 testing and treatment costs; (2) Oscar was experiencing growing net COVID costs; (3) Oscar would be negatively impacted by an unfavorable prior year Risk Adjustment Data Validation result relating to 2019 and 2020; (4) Oscar was on track to be negatively impacted by significant SEP membership growth; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Oscar you have until July 11, 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 Oscar 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 OSCR lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/oscar-health-inc-loss-submission-form?id=28128&from=4.
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NEW YORK, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) today released "What is Antisemitism?" ("ma hiya mu'adat as-samiya?"), an Arabic-language video that is the latest effort of the leading global Jewish advocacy organization to raise awareness in the Arab world about the varied expressions and violent impact of Jew-hatred. The video also is available in English.
What is Antisemitism? is the eighth episode of AJC's Arabic language educational web series, 'An al-Yahud ("About the Jews"), launched in 2020. The new video briefly explains the long history of antisemitism and its present-day manifestations. It also explores the varied expressions of anti-Jewish discourse in the Arab world, including adaptations of modern European tropes, Jew-hatred masquerading as anti-Israel sentiment, and misappropriation of Islamic sources by extremists. The video recognizes allies in the Arab world and ends with a call to action. Viewers are asked to take steps to better understand Judaism and Jews, and to use that knowledge to actively counter antisemitism whenever and wherever it appears.
The video also points out that some ideologies promoting hatred of Jews endanger Muslims as well. The 1492 Reconquista of Spain led to the forced conversion and expulsion of both Jews and Muslims. And, in our contemporary world, the white supremacist ideology that motivated the terrorist who massacred 11 Jews at the Tree of Life synagogue, in Pittsburgh, in 2018 also impelled the terrorist attack in 2019 on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, in which at least 50 people were murdered.
"At AJC, we have always believed that if one religious, racial, or ethnic group is targeted because of its identity, then we are all at risk," said AJC CEO David Harris. "That's why we have always stood up against attacks on other communities and, as antisemitism, explained in this video, rises around the world, we look to more and more of our brothers and sisters of other faiths, including Muslims, to stand with us."
The 'An al-Yahud series has been viewed by tens of millions of Arabic speakers, including large audiences in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Tunisia, the West Bank and Gaza, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates. Launched in early 2020, the project's Arabic-language social media channels now have more than 800,000 followers.
The previous seven videos focused on the origins and beliefs of the Jewish people; the history of Muslim-Jewish relations; the Holocaust; Jewish ties to Jerusalem; the antisemitic forgery The Protocols of the Elders of Zion; Israel's remarkable diversity; and a profile of American Jews. Each film also is available in English.
'An al-Yahud builds on AJC's extensive, longstanding engagement with the Arab and Muslim worlds.
AJC representatives have regularly met during the past three decades with Arab and Muslim leaders across the Middle East and North Africa to exchange views on matters of mutual concern, among them the fight against extremism, Muslim-Jewish relations, and deepening ties between Israel and Arab states. In 2021, AJC established a permanent presence in the Arab world, opening the Sidney Lerner Center for Arab-Jewish Understanding in Abu Dhabi.
In April 2019, AJC and the Muslim World League signed a memorandum of understanding that led, in January 2020, to an historic joint visit of Muslims and Jews to Auschwitz, the infamous Nazi German death camp. The Muslim-Jewish delegation was led by David Harris and Muslim World League (MWL) Secretary General Dr. Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, whose remarks in Arabic, in Poland, were perhaps the most powerful refutation of Holocaust denial and antisemitism ever heard from such a prominent Muslim figure.
In the U.S., AJC established, in 2016, the Muslim-Jewish Advisory Council (MJAC) with Muslim and Jewish community leaders, offering a platform for advocacy on combating hate crimes, religious discrimination, and other domestic issues of common concern.
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The Carterra LSA platform accelerates the identification of new antibody drug candidates
BOSTON, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TetraScience, the R&D Data Cloud company, announced today that Carterra, Inc., the world leader in label-free high throughput antibody screening and characterization, has joined the Tetra Partner Network (TPN) so that scientists can achieve greater velocity and scientific insights when analyzing the potential of antibodies as drug candidates.
"TPN is thrilled to welcome Carterra to the TPN, whose LSA instrument and software platform are creating a new standard in antibody discovery," said Alan Millar, Ph.D., Vice President, TPN. "By connecting their world-leading solution with the Tetra Data Platform (TDP), together we can help customers accelerate scientific workflows and apply advanced analytics such as AI/ML to antibody design and characterization."
Carterra's flagship LSA high-throughput surface plasmon resonance (SPR) platform and software has been adopted widely by leading biopharmaceutical, academic, and government organizations. Eli Lilly developed Bamlanivimab, the world's first COVID-19 therapeutic, on the LSA platform in a 90-day sprint. The platform can screen and analyze an entire library of thousands of antibodies in one-tenth the time of conventional approaches.
With these capabilities, the LSA produces 100 times more data creating maximum resolution. By connecting LSA output to the Tetra Data Platform, the data can be engineered into Tetra Data, a universally adoptable data format that enables seamless workflows with ELNs and provides the foundation for AI/ML.
"We are delighted to partner with TetraScience to create additional value for our customers," said Tim Germann, Chief Commercial Officer, Carterra. "With diverse and global users of our platform, we need to continue to provide an array of tools for researchers to make better decisions sooner in the drug discovery process and this alliance with TetraScience will help us accomplish that."
"Biopharma R&D needs to unify and harmonize experimental data in the cloud in order to fully capitalize on the power of AI and data science," said Patrick Grady, CEO of TetraScience. "In turn, AI and data science will uncover insights that will accelerate discovery and development of therapeutics that extend and enhance human life. Industry participants of all kinds – global pharmas, biotech startups, informatics providers, CROs, biopharma app companies, and more – recognize that this movement to the R&D Data Cloud must be driven by vendor-neutral and open partnerships that are deeply data-centric."
TetraScience is the R&D Data Cloud company with a mission to transform life sciences R&D, accelerate discovery, and improve and extend human life. The Tetra R&D Data Cloud provides life sciences companies with the flexibility, scalability, and data-centric capabilities to enable easy access to centralized, harmonized, and actionable scientific data and is actively deployed across enterprise pharma and biotech organizations. As an open platform, TetraScience has built the largest integration network of lab instruments, informatics applications, CRO/CDMOs, analytics, and data science partners, creating seamless interoperability and an innovation feedback loop that will drive the future of life sciences R&D. For more information, please visit tetrascience.com.
Carterra® is privately held and is the leading provider of high-throughput technologies designed to accelerate and improve the discovery of novel therapeutic candidates. Carterra's LSA® instrument, software, and consumables for biotherapeutic discovery and characterization deliver up to 100 times the throughput of existing platforms in 10% of the time while using only 1% of the sample required by other systems. The LSA combines patented microfluidics technology with real-time high-throughput Surface Plasmon Resonance (HT-SPR) and industry-leading data analysis and visualization software to revolutionize mAb screening. Carterra, Inc. is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, and has Customer Experience Centers in San Francisco, Salt Lake City, Boston, and Munich, Germany. Carterra products are available in Asia-Pacific and Oceania through our exclusive distributor, PerkinElmer. For additional information, please visit www.carterra-bio.com.
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- First quarter TAVALISSE® net product sales of $16.2 million and total revenues of $16.7 million
- Topline data from FORWARD study, a pivotal, Phase 3 clinical trial of fostamatinib in warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA), on track for mid-2022
- Management to host a conference call and webcast today at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time and will be joined by Key Opinion Leader and FORWARD trial investigator, Caroline Piatek, M.D.
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RIGL) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022, including sales of TAVALISSE® (fostamatinib disodium hexahydrate) tablets for the treatment of adults with chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who have had an insufficient response to a previous treatment.
"Rigel delivered on a solid quarter of TAVALISSE sales in ITP, and we believe we are well positioned for increasing sales in upcoming quarters," said Raul Rodriguez, Rigel's president and CEO. "wAIHA is a highly synergistic indication to ITP and we are very excited to be reporting Phase 3 fostamatinib results from our wAIHA trial in mid-2022. If approved, the addition of fostamatinib as a first-to-market therapy in wAIHA is a key next step in building a world-class hem-onc franchise."
- In the first quarter of 2022, 1,836 bottles of TAVALISSE were shipped directly to patients and clinics, representing the highest number of bottles shipped to patients and clinics in a quarter since launch and an increase of 15% compared to the first quarter of 2021. Rigel believes these achievements are the result of several factors, including Rigel's salesforce expansion completed in September 2021 and a substantial increase in in-person physician interactions in the quarter, and an expansion of market access for TAVALISSE to now include broad commercial coverage, with preferred status on three key national formularies.
- Rigel is on track to report topline data from its FORWARD trial, a pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial of fostamatinib, an oral SYK inhibitor, in patients with wAIHA in mid-2022. If the data is positive, Rigel expects to proceed with regulatory filings and if approved, fostamatinib has the potential to be the first-to-market therapy for patients with wAIHA in 2023.
- In the first quarter of 2022, Rigel announced the publication of data in the American Journal of Hematology from the open label, multicenter, Phase 2 clinical study of fostamatinib in adults with wAIHA who had failed at least one prior treatment.
- Rigel's pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating fostamatinib in high-risk patients hospitalized with COVID-19 has enrolled 268 of the targeted 308 patients as of May 2, 2022. Due to the recent decline in COVID-19 hospitalizations, Rigel is reviewing strategies to complete enrollment and report topline results before the end of the year, including potentially completing the trial with fewer patients than the initial targeted enrollment of 308 patients.
- New data on fostamatinib in hospitalized patients with COVID-19 will be presented by collaborators from the National Institutes of Health and Inova Fairfax Hospital at the American Thoracic Society 2022 Annual Meeting being held in San Francisco, May 13 – 18, 2022.
- Startup activities are ongoing in Rigel's open-label, Phase 1b clinical trial of R289, a potent and selective IRAK1/4 inhibitor, in patients with lower-risk myeloid dysplastic syndrome (LR-MDS) who are refractory/resistant to prior therapies. The primary endpoint for this trial is safety with key secondary endpoints including preliminary efficacy and evaluation of pharmacokinetic properties. Rigel will also collect key biomarker data to further characterize R289's mechanism of action in LR-MDS.
- Partner Eli Lilly continues to advance R552, a potent and selective RIPK1 inhibitor, with the initial Phase 2 study in an immunologic disease indication now anticipated to begin in the first quarter of 2023. RIPK1 is implicated in a broad range of key inflammatory cellular processes and plays a key role in tumor necrosis factor (TNF) signaling, especially in the induction of pro-inflammatory necroptosis.
- On April 27, 2022, Rigel's partner Kissei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (Kissei) announced that a new drug application (NDA) was submitted to Japan's Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) for fostamatinib in chronic ITP. Rigel has an exclusive license and supply agreement with Kissei to develop and commercialize fostamatinib in all current and potential indications in Japan, China, Taiwan and the Republic of Korea.
For the first quarter of 2022, Rigel reported a net loss of $27.4 million, or $0.16 per basic and diluted share, compared to a net income of $39.5 million, or $0.23 per basic share and $0.22 per diluted share for the same period of 2021.
In the first quarter of 2022, total revenues were $16.7 million, consisting of $16.2 million in TAVALISSE net product sales and $0.5 million in contract revenues from collaborations. TAVALISSE net product sales of $16.2 million increased by 31% from $12.4 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Rigel reported total costs and expenses of $43.0 million in the first quarter of 2022, compared to $39.3 million for the same period in 2021. The increase in costs and expenses was primarily due to increased commercial activities related to the sales force expansion in late 2021, increased research and development costs related to the development of Rigel's IRAK 1/4 inhibitor program, and increased personnel related costs and stock-based compensation expense, partially offset by decreased research and development costs related to the Phase 3 clinical trial of fostamatinib for wAIHA and the ongoing Phase 3 clinical trial of fostamatinib in hospitalized patients with COVID-19.
As of March 31, 2022, Rigel had cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments of $107.5 million, compared to $125.0 million as of December 31, 2021.
Rigel will hold a live conference call and webcast today at 4:30pm Eastern Time (1:30pm Pacific Time) to discuss financial results and provide an update on the business. The conference call will also feature a presentation by Caroline Piatek, M.D., Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine, Jane Anne Nohl Division of Hematology at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Key Opinion Leader, and FORWARD trial investigator. Dr. Piatek will discuss the current treatment landscape, unmet medical need, patient journey and how she may incorporate fostamatinib, if approved, into clinical practice in wAIHA.
Participants can access the live conference call by dialing (877) 407-3088 (domestic) or (201) 389-0927 (international). The conference call and accompanying slides will also be webcast live and can be accessed from the Investor Relations section of the company's website at www.rigel.com. The webcast will be archived and available for replay after the call via the Rigel website.
In patients with ITP (immune thrombocytopenia), the immune system attacks and destroys the body's own blood platelets, which play an active role in blood clotting and healing. Common symptoms of ITP are excessive bruising and bleeding. People suffering with chronic ITP may live with an increased risk of severe bleeding events that can result in serious medical complications or even death. Current therapies for ITP include steroids, blood platelet production boosters (TPO-RAs), and splenectomy. However, not all patients respond to existing therapies. As a result, there remains a significant medical need for additional treatment options for patients with ITP.
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is a rare, serious blood disorder in which the immune system produces antibodies that lead to the destruction of the body's own red blood cells. Warm antibody AIHA (wAIHA), which is the most common form of AIHA, is characterized by the presence of antibodies that react with the red blood cell surface at body temperature. wAIHA affects approximately 36,000 adult patients in the U.S.1 and can be a severe, debilitating disease. To date, there are no disease-targeted therapies approved for wAIHA, despite the unmet medical need that exists for these patients.
COVID-19 is the infectious disease caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2). SARS-CoV-2 primarily infects the upper and lower respiratory tract and can lead to acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Additionally, some patients develop other organ dysfunction including myocardial injury, acute kidney injury, shock resulting in endothelial dysfunction and subsequently micro and macrovascular thrombosis.2 Much of the underlying pathology of SARS-CoV-2 is thought to be secondary to a hyperinflammatory immune response associated with increased risk of thrombosis.3
SYK is involved in the intracellular signaling pathways of many different immune cells. Therefore, SYK inhibition may improve outcomes in patients with COVID-19 via inhibition of key Fc gamma receptor (FcγR) and c-type lectin receptor (CLR) mediated drivers of pathology such as pro-inflammatory cytokine release by monocytes and macrophages, production of neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) by neutrophils, and platelet aggregation. 4,5,6,7 Furthermore, SYK inhibition in neutrophils and platelets may lead to decreased thrombo-inflammation, alleviating organ dysfunction in critically ill patients with COVID-19.
For more information on Rigel's comprehensive clinical program in COVID-19, go to: https://www.rigel.com/pipeline/proprietary-programs/covid-19
Indication
TAVALISSE® (fostamatinib disodium hexahydrate) tablets is indicated for the treatment of thrombocytopenia in adult patients with chronic immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who have had an insufficient response to a previous treatment.
- Hypertension can occur with TAVALISSE treatment. Patients with pre-existing hypertension may be more susceptible to the hypertensive effects. Monitor blood pressure every 2 weeks until stable, then monthly, and adjust or initiate antihypertensive therapy for blood pressure control maintenance during therapy. If increased blood pressure persists, TAVALISSE interruption, reduction, or discontinuation may be required.
- Elevated liver function tests (LFTs), mainly ALT and AST, can occur with TAVALISSE. Monitor LFTs monthly during treatment. If ALT or AST increase to >3 x upper limit of normal, manage hepatotoxicity using TAVALISSE interruption, reduction, or discontinuation.
- Diarrhea occurred in 31% of patients and severe diarrhea occurred in 1% of patients treated with TAVALISSE. Monitor patients for the development of diarrhea and manage using supportive care measures early after the onset of symptoms. If diarrhea becomes severe (≥Grade 3), interrupt, reduce dose or discontinue TAVALISSE.
- Neutropenia occurred in 6% of patients treated with TAVALISSE; febrile neutropenia occurred in 1% of patients. Monitor the ANC monthly and for infection during treatment. Manage toxicity with TAVALISSE interruption, reduction, or discontinuation.
- TAVALISSE can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women. Advise pregnant women the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 1 month after the last dose. Verify pregnancy status prior to initiating TAVALISSE. It is unknown if TAVALISSE or its metabolite is present in human milk. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in a breastfed child, advise a lactating woman not to breastfeed during TAVALISSE treatment and for at least 1 month after the last dose.
- Concomitant use of TAVALISSE with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increases exposure to the major active metabolite of TAVALISSE (R406), which may increase the risk of adverse reactions. Monitor for toxicities that may require a reduction in TAVALISSE dose.
- It is not recommended to use TAVALISSE with strong CYP3A4 inducers, as concomitant use reduces exposure to R406.
- Concomitant use of TAVALISSE may increase concentrations of some CYP3A4 substrate drugs and may require a dose reduction of the CYP3A4 substrate drug.
- Concomitant use of TAVALISSE may increase concentrations of BCRP substrate drugs (eg, rosuvastatin) and P-Glycoprotein (P-gp) substrate drugs (eg, digoxin), which may require a dose reduction of the BCRP and P-gp substrate drug.
- Serious adverse drug reactions in the ITP double-blind studies were febrile neutropenia, diarrhea, pneumonia, and hypertensive crisis, which occurred in 1% of TAVALISSE patients. In addition, severe adverse reactions occurred including dyspnea and hypertension (both 2%), neutropenia, arthralgia, chest pain, diarrhea, dizziness, nephrolithiasis, pain in extremity, toothache, syncope, and hypoxia (all 1%).
- Common adverse reactions (≥5% and more common than placebo) from FIT-1 and FIT-2 included: diarrhea, hypertension, nausea, dizziness, ALT and AST increased, respiratory infection, rash, abdominal pain, fatigue, chest pain, and neutropenia.
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TAVALISSE and TAVLESSE are registered trademarks of Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc., is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering, developing and providing novel small molecule drugs that significantly improve the lives of patients with hematologic disorders, cancer and rare immune diseases. Rigel's pioneering research focuses on signaling pathways that are critical to disease mechanisms. The company's first FDA approved product is TAVALISSE® (fostamatinib disodium hexahydrate) tablets, the only oral spleen tyrosine kinase (SYK) inhibitor for the treatment of adult patients with chronic immune thrombocytopenia who have had an insufficient response to a previous treatment. The product is also commercially available in Europe, the United Kingdom (TAVLESSE) and Canada (TAVALISSE) for the treatment of chronic immune thrombocytopenia in adult patients.
Fostamatinib is currently being studied in a Phase 3 clinical trial (NCT03764618) for the treatment of warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA)8; a Phase 3 clinical trial (NCT04629703) for the treatment of hospitalized high-risk patients with COVID-198; and an NIH/NHLBI-sponsored Phase 3 clinical trial (ACTIV-4 Host Tissue Trial, NCT04924660) for the treatment of COVID-19 in hospitalized patients.
Rigel's other clinical programs include its interleukin receptor-associated kinase (IRAK) inhibitor program, and a receptor-interacting serine/threonine-protein kinase (RIPK) inhibitor program in clinical development with partner Eli Lilly and Company. In addition, Rigel has product candidates in development with partners BerGenBio ASA and Daiichi Sankyo.
For further information, visit www.rigel.com or follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn.
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3. Becker RC. COVID-19 Update: COVID-19 associated coagulopathy. Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis May 15, 2020. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11239-020-02134-3
4. Hoepel W et al. High titers and low fucosylation of early human anti–SARS-CoV-2 IgG promote inflammation by alveolar macrophages. Science Translational Medicine 02 Jun 2021. DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.1126/scitranslmed.abf8654
5. Sung P-S and Hsieh S-L. CLEC2 and CLEC5A: Pathogenic Host Factors in Acute Viral Infections. Frontiers in Immunology December 6, 2019. DOI: https://doi.org/10.3389/fimmu.2019.02867
6. Strich J et al. Fostamatinib Inhibits Neutrophils Extracellular Traps Induced by COVID-19 Patient Plasma: A Potential Therapeutic. Journal of Infectious Disease March 15, 2021. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1093/infdis/jiaa789
7. Bye AP et al. Aberrant glycosylation of anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG is a pro-thrombotic stimulus for platelets. BioRxiv March 26, 2021. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1101/2021.03.26.437014
8. The product for this use or indication is investigational and has not been proven safe or effective by any regulatory authority.
This release contains forward-looking statements relating to, among other things, the timing of reporting topline data from the FORWARD trial in patients with wAIHA; enrollment and reporting of data from the Company's Phase 3 clinical trial of fostamatinib in hospitalized COVID-19 patients; the commercial success of TAVALISSE in the U.S. and TAVLESSE in Europe, including expectations related to the potential and market opportunity for fostamatinib as therapeutic for, among other things, wAIHA and COVID-19, the commercialization of fostamatinib in international markets, Rigel's ability to further develop its clinical stage and early-stage product candidates and programs including its IRAK1/4 inhibitor program, and Rigel's partnering efforts. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Words such as "potential", "may", "expects", and similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on Rigel's current expectations and inherently involve significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward looking statements as a result of these risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, risks and uncertainties associated with the commercialization and marketing of TAVALISSE; risks that the FDA, EMA or other regulatory authorities may make adverse decisions regarding fostamatinib; risks that TAVALISSE clinical trials may not be predictive of real-world results or of results in subsequent clinical trials; risks that TAVALISSE may have unintended side effects, adverse reactions or incidents of misuses; the availability of resources to develop Rigel's product candidates; market competition; as well as other risks detailed from time to time in Rigel's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and subsequent filings. Rigel does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements and expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein, except as required by law.
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Company recognized by Atlanta Business Chronicle for creating an enjoyable workplace and thriving culture, while promoting healthy lifestyles
ATLANTA, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlanta Gas Light has been named one of Atlanta's Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employers by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. The company received the award during the publication's 19th annual awards ceremony yesterday evening.
For 19 years, Atlanta Business Chronicle's Best Places to Work Awards program has been recognizing companies throughout the region that go above and beyond in creating an enjoyable workplace and a thriving culture for their employees. The rankings of the top workplaces in Atlanta are based on employee engagement surveys and were presented in four categories based on workforce size.
"There is nothing more important than the health and safety of our teammates and sustaining an inclusive culture that allows each of us to grow and prosper," said Pedro Cherry, President, and CEO of Atlanta Gas Light. "Providing the tools and resources necessary for our employees and their families to live healthier lifestyles has always been a top priority, and we remain committed to finding innovative ways to invest in the long-term health and well-being of our employees."
Atlanta Gas Light is committed to helping each employee improve and maintain their overall wellness through an expansive offering of benefits and resources offered by the company's SouthernLifeStyle wellness program.
The company's workplace health and wellness efforts were measured in a survey issued by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and its partner, Healthiest Employers, a data research company that collects, measures and compares corporate wellness data worldwide in six key categories: Leadership Commitment, Foundational Components, Strategic Planning, Communication and Marketing, Programming and Interventions, Reporting and Analytics.
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Two highly worthy causes each received $20,000 from the vehicle awards organization
DETROIT, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards™ announced today it has made donations to two nonprofit organizations in partnership with the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) as a continuation of its commitment to giving back.
Now in its third year providing charitable donations, NACTOY jurors voted to donate $20,000 to the John Lamm Scholarships and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
The John Lamm Scholarships which support students entering automotive communications, was established in 2020 by the Pebble Beach Concourse d'Elegance in memory of automotive journalist John Lamm. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital derives most of its funding from charitable donations so families don't have to pay for state-of-the-art, life-saving treatment for their children.
"This year, our jurors evaluated four highly worthy charities and voted to select the John Lamm Scholarships for their focus on the next generation of automotive journalists and St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital in recognition of its tireless efforts for those in need," said NACTOY president Gary Witzenburg. "As professional journalists, we are privileged to drive, test and evaluate the finest new cars and trucks each year, and our annual charitable contributions have already become a highlight to which we look forward every summer."
Founded in 1994, NACTOY's car, truck and utility vehicle awards are the longest-running new-vehicle awards not associated with a single publication, website, radio or television station. They are judged by 50 highly experienced and respected professional automotive journalists from the United States and Canada who work for and contribute to a wide variety of magazines, newspapers, websites, television and radio stations.
The donations were made in partnership with the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA); each organization provided $20,000 in funding.
"Our partnership with NACTOY has spanned nearly three decades, and we have done many great things together," said DADA Executive Director Rod Alberts. "We value that partnership and are thrilled that we have been able to join together once again to make these charitable donations possible."
NOTE: Spanish and French versions of this release will be available on NACTOY's website.
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The awards are intended to recognize the most outstanding new vehicles of the year. These vehicles are benchmarks in their segments based on factors including innovation, design, safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value for the dollar. The organization gives out three awards. They are: "North American Car of the Year™," "North American Truck of the Year™," and "North American Utility Vehicle of the Year™." The awards are unique because they are given by an independent jury of automotive journalists from the United States and Canada instead of being given by a single publication, website, radio or television station.
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HONG KONG, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UCLOUDLINK GROUP INC. ("UCLOUDLINK" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: UCL), the world's first and leading mobile data traffic sharing marketplace, today announced that the Company's operating subsidiary, HONG KONG UCLOUDLINK NETWORK TECHNOLOGY LIMITED, has expanded its existing relationship with Ctrip Travel Holding (Hong Kong) Limited ("Ctrip"), an operating subsidiary of Trip.com Group Limited (NASDAQ: TCOM; HKEX: 9961), through various contracts whereby UCLOUDLINK will provide international data connectivity services and products through Ctrip's platform.
Ctrip will continue to act as a selling agent for UCLOUDLINK's data connectivity services and products through Ctrip's platform. UCLOUDLINK will also provide its standard and customized international data connectivity services to Ctrip's self-run tour groups and those run by third party travel agencies on the Ctrip platform.
Despite being affected by the emergences of the Omicron variant and the increasing global uncertainty, global tourism is roaring back with a robust momentum unseen since 2021. According to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, the data shows that during the first quarter of 2022, Europe welcomed almost four times as many international arrivals (+280%) as in Q1 of 2021, with results driven by strong intra-regional demand. In the Americas arrivals more than doubled (+117%) in the same three months.
"We have been working with Ctrip for many years and are pleased to deepen our relationship with a leading global one-stop travel platform. Against the backdrop of the travel boom at the start of 2022 that is set to drive up the global spending on travel-related services, we build upon the years-long business alliance with Ctrip to further expand the availability of our international data connectivity services and related products for customers worldwide, allowing them to stay connected with the help of UCLOUDLINK's reliable, better, high-quality internet data connectivity services and accessories, whether it is for traveling, remote working, or remote learning." said Chaohui Chen, CEO of UCLOUDLINK.
As a pioneering technology solution provider in the era of 5G Cloud, in addition to its data connectivity services, hyper-connectivity solutions and relative products, UCLOUDLINK is also spearheading the development of the PaaS and SaaS platform by introducing cloud SIM and hyper-connectivity technology, which is designed to offer uninterrupted, seamless and high-speed internet connection without limitation. Looking forward, UCLOUDLINK will join forces through its extensive global partner ecosystem to expand the applications of our services, solutions, and products as well as make the world better connected without limitation.
About UCLOUDLINK GROUP INC.
UCLOUDLINK is the world's first and leading mobile data traffic sharing marketplace, pioneering the sharing economy business model for the telecommunications industry. The Company's products and services deliver unique value propositions to mobile data users, handset and smart-hardware companies, mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) and mobile network operators (MNOs). Leveraging its innovative cloud SIM technology and architecture, the Company has redefined the mobile data connectivity experience by allowing users to gain access to mobile data traffic allowance shared by network operators on its marketplace, while providing reliable connectivity, high speeds and competitive pricing. For more information, please visit: https://www.ucloudlink.com/.
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LAKELAND, Fla., June 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College's men's baseball team's rivalry with the University of Tampa will be on full display at 8 p.m. on June 20. LG Electronics USA, an official partner of the NCAA®, announced the third episode of The Rivalries, a docu-series that highlights college sports' most intense rivalries will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the "Melee In The Bay".
From student-athletes growing up as teammates to transforming into foes once recruited onto different teams, the third episode of The Rivalries is brimming with competition and a whole-hearted love for the game. Located less than 40 miles apart, Florida Southern and the University of Tampa, have shared a vibrant rivalry for as long as the Tampa Bay area can remember. With Florida Southern holding nine National Championship titles, and the University of Tampa hot on their heels with eight, this rivalry has picked up heat as the two schools race toward the coveted spot of most Division IInational championship titles won.
The Rivalries series is available free and exclusively on the NCAA Championships Channel (Channel 100) via LG Channels on LG Smart TVs. Each episode highlights a different sports rivalry as told through interviews, historical moments, and the most recent game footage. Future episodes will be announced at a later date.
The exclusive content series is part of a three-year partnership with the NCAA, Turner Sports, and CBS Sports for category exclusive marketing and distribution rights to NCAA championship competitions that will expand the reach of college sports to legions of current fans and generations of new ones. LG's support of the NCAA championships will include multiple initiatives to inspire fans and support student athletes, including the recent launch of the NCAA Championships Channel, which will feature up to 50 NCAA Fall, Winter, and Spring championships, both live and on-demand via LG's exclusive free streaming service, LG Channels.
Learn more about LG's NCAA partnership, The Rivalries docu-series and the NCAA Channel exclusively on LG Smart TVs, by visiting LG.com/NCAA.
Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is the oldest private college in the state. The College maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 70+ undergraduate programs and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, nursing, and physical therapy. Florida Southern has a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, is an award-winning national leader in engaged learning, and boasts 30 NCAA Division II National Championships. Florida Southern is ranked at #8 among the "Best Regional Universities in the South" by U.S. News & World Report in its 2022 "Best Colleges" guide and is included in The Princeton Review's 2022 Best 387 Colleges guide and the "Fiske Guide to Colleges 2022." The 2021-2022 Colleges of Distinction guidebook praises Florida Southern's AACSB accredited Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise alongside the College's School of Education and its Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences. Poets&Quants, U.S. News & World Report, Fortune, and The Princeton Review further laud the Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise and the Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences as foremost programs in the nation for business and nursing education. Home to the world's largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, FSC has appeared on The Princeton Review's top 20 "Most Beautiful Campus" national listing for 12 consecutive years. Connect with Florida Southern College.
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LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $63 billion global innovator in technology and manufacturing. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems, energy solutions and vehicle components. LG is a seven-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. The company's commitment to environmental sustainability and its "Life's Good" marketing theme encompass how LG is dedicated to people's happiness by exceeding expectations today and tomorrow. www.LG.com.
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Manufacturing Industry Thought Leader and MAGNET VP of Strategy & Innovation Brandon Cornuke Releases The Value Proposition Matrix
CLEVELAND, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MAGNET, the Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, is excited to support Vice President of Strategy & Innovation Brandon Cornuke as he releases his first book, The Value Proposition Matrix. In this book, Cornuke, also an Adjunct Professor of Design & Innovation at Case Western Reserve University, shares his practical approach to helping entrepreneurs and established businesses build and launch products consumers want.
This book was developed at MAGNET where Cornuke helps manufacturers and entrepreneurs sharpen their strategies, build innovation systems and develop new products. Referencing examples from his experience at MAGNET, Cornuke's book explains how to clarify any business idea and spend time on the most important aspects of product development.
"I've worked with innovators of all types, from established companies to fledgling startups," Cornuke, formerly with Target and American Greetings, says. "The challenges they face are always unique but the core questions they need to answer are the same. The practical tools laid out in the book illuminate those questions, get innovators working on their assumptions and encourage rapid adjustments to keep projects moving forward."
The book explains four elements that create winning businesses: customer, problem, solution and team. "Like the four sides of a strong foundation, every aspect of a new business idea rests on these key building blocks," Cornuke says.
President of University Hospitals (UH) Ventures David Sylvan has worked with Cornuke supporting innovators at UH and as a fellow adjunct professor. He says, "The Value Proposition Matrix is now my go-to recommendation for all aspiring start-up founders."
Cornuke will join the judging panel at MAGNET's seventh annual Mspire, a pitch competition for entrepreneurs and innovators whose products or ideas require manufacturing, which takes place July 26, 2022.
The Value Proposition Matrix is now available through www.valuepropmatrix.com and on Amazon in both hard and digital formats.
About MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network
The mission of MAGNET is to play a vital role in growing the manufacturing sector in Northeast Ohio, thereby creating more vibrant communities, increasing economic inclusion, and building a stronger middle class in our region. Since 1984, MAGNET has offered a wide range of hands-on consulting services to manufacturers as part of the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) and Ohio MEP. These services, which include product and process development, workforce initiatives, start-up support, technology implementation, and lean/operations consulting, help companies grow locally and compete globally.
As manufacturers grow, they need to hire, train, and retain diverse employees; build relationships with other companies and organizations to address systemic issues; pioneer new products and services; and maximize use of smart technologies. MAGNET is uniquely positioned to help manufacturers address these challenges as Northeast Ohio becomes a global leader in smart manufacturing with the workforce to power it.
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BOSTON (AP) — Harvard University is vowing to spend $100 million to study and atone for its extensive ties with slavery, the school’s president announced Tuesday, with plans to identify and support the descendants of enslaved people who labored at the Ivy League campus.
President Lawrence Bacow announced the funding as Harvard released a new report detailing the many ways the college benefited from slavery and perpetuated racial inequality. But the report stops short of recommending direct financial reparations, and officials have no immediate plans for that kind of support.
Harvard, the nation’s oldest and wealthiest college, is the latest among a growing number of U.S. schools attempting to confront their involvement with slavery and also make amends for it.
The report, commissioned by Bacow, found that Harvard’s faculty, staff and leaders enslaved more than 70 Black and Native American people from the school’s founding in 1636 to 1783. It cautions that the figure is “almost certainly an undercount.” Using historical records, researchers were able to identify dozens of enslaved people by name, along with their connection to the university.
Most were identified only by a single name, such as Cesar, Dinah and Venus.
“Enslaved men and women served Harvard presidents and professors and fed and cared for Harvard students,” researchers found. “Moreover, throughout this period and well into the 19th century, the University and its donors benefited from extensive financial ties to slavery.”
The report says the university “should make a significant monetary commitment, and it should invest in remedies of equal or greater breadth than other universities.” Bacow said Harvard will attempt to redress its wrongs through “teaching, research and service.” He is creating a committee to implement the report’s suggestions.
Building on earlier research at Harvard, the report details how the university depended on the slave trade in its early years and profited from it for decades.
Harvard invested directly in the sugar and rum trades in the Caribbean, along with the U.S. cotton and railroad industries. The college’s early growth is credited to support from wealthy donors who accumulated their fortunes through the slave trade and industries that relied on it.
Along with the 70 people who were enslaved, the report also lists their enslavers — including several Harvard presidents and high-ranking officials — and the campus buildings, rooms and professorships that are still named after them.
Even after slavery was abolished, the report says, prominent scholars continued to promote concepts that fueled racist ideas.
It cites work by 19th century professor Louis Agassiz, who pushed discredited theories on “race science” and eugenics. Another scholar led a “physical education” program that collected students’ physical measurements to support research advancing eugenic theories.
In his message, Bacow called the findings “disturbing and shocking,” and he acknowledged that the school “perpetuated practices that were profoundly immoral.”
“Consequently, I believe we bear a moral responsibility to do what we can to address the persistent corrosive effects of those historical practices on individuals, on Harvard, and on our society,” he wrote.
The 130-page report included a series of recommendations that Bacow endorsed. The $100 million will be used to carry out the work, with some funding to be made available now and more to be held in an endowment. The university itself has an endowment of more than $50 billion, the largest in the nation.
The report says Harvard should identify the descendants of enslaved people and engage with them “through dialogue, programming, information sharing, relationship building and educational support.”
“Through such efforts, these descendants can recover their histories, tell their stories and pursue empowering knowledge,” the report said.
More broadly, it urges Harvard to fight racial inequality by expanding education options for descendants of enslaved people, especially in the South and the Caribbean. It calls on the university to work closely with historically Black colleges across the country, with new funding to bring students and scholars to Harvard for up to a year at a time.
And acknowledging the enslavement of Native Americans, it calls on Harvard to build closer ties with New England tribes. Harvard should recruit more students from tribal communities, the report says, and organize a national conference promoting research on the enslavement of Indigenous people.
In accepting the recommendations, Harvard joins an increasing number of colleges attempting to move from research to action as they reconcile with their histories.
Georgetown University in 2019 promised to raise $400,000 a year for the descendants of enslaved people sold by the school. The Princeton Theological Seminary created a $27.6 million reparative endowment. The University of Virginia established scholarships for the descendants of enslaved people.
Harvard formally began exploring its ties to slavery in 2016, when former President Drew Gilpin Faust acknowledged that the school was “directly complicit in America’s system of racial bondage.” Faust organized a committee to study the topic and had a plaque installed on campus honoring enslaved people who labored there.
Student activists had been shining a light on Harvard’s darker histories for years. In 2015, students demanded that Harvard Law School abandon its official crest, which was tied to an 18th century donor whose family enslaved dozens of people. Months later, the school retired the symbol.
Soon after becoming president, Bacow established a new Presidential Initiative on Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery to dig deeper into the university’s role. That effort led to the new report.
“The Harvard that I have known, while far from perfect, has always tried to be better — to bring our lived experience ever closer to our high ideals,” Bacow wrote. “In releasing this report and committing ourselves to following through on its recommendations, we continue a long tradition of embracing the challenges before us.” | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-u-s-headlines/harvard-pledges-100-million-to-atone-for-role-in-slavery/ | 2022-04-27T13:40:42Z |
Small plane crashes on bridge near Miami, striking an SUV
Published: May. 14, 2022 at 3:24 PM CDT|Updated: 37 minutes ago
MIAMI (AP) — A small plane has crashed on a bridge near Miami, striking an SUV and bursting into flames.
The Federal Aviation Administration reported the single-engine Cessna 172 lost power just before Saturday’s crash.
Social media posts showed the plane burning on the bridge.
Drone video showed the plane crumpled on the Haulover Inlet Bridge with a damaged SUV nearby.
A man can be seen on the video scrambling from the plane and being helped away by others just before the aircraft was engulfed in flames.
The Miami Herald reported at least one person was taken to a hospital, but there were no known fatalities.
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CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — Connor McDavid scored at 5:03 of overtime and the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Calgary Flames 5-4 on Thursday to win the second-round playoff series in five games and advance to the Western Conference finals.
The Edmonton captain scored his seventh goal of the postseason, beating Jacob Markstrom off a pass from Leon Draisaitl to send the Oilers spilling over the bench in celebration.
Zach Hyman had a goal and two assists and Darnell Nurse, Jesse Puljujarvi and Evan Bouchard also scored for the Oilers. Mike Smith made 32 saves as Edmonton claimed the first postseason Battle of Alberta in 31 years.
Draisaitl added four assists — his fifth straight contest registering three-plus points to build on the NHL playoff record he set in Game 4.
McDavid and Draisaitl have both amassed 26 points to lead the playoffs so far.
The Oilers will face either the Colorado Avalanche or St. Louis Blues in their first conference final appearance since 2006. Colorado leads that series 3-2, with Game 6 set for Friday in St. Louis.
Mikael Backlund had a goal and an assist and Johnny Gaudreau, Calle Jarnkrok and Andrew Mangiapane also scored for Calgary. Blake Coleman added two assists and Jacob Markstrom made 30 saves as the Flames dropped to 0-10 when trailing a playoff series 3-1.
Coleman, who won the Cup the last two seasons with the Tampa Bay Lightning, appeared to snap a 4-4 tie with just under six minutes left in regulation after Backlund took the puck hard to Edmonton’s net. But the goal was waved off following a video review after it was ruled the winger kicked the puck over Smith’s goal line with his skate as he battled with Oilers defenseman Cody Ceci.
With his team trailing 1-0 after a tentative first period, Edmonton interim head coach Jay Woodcroft double-shifted Draisaitl and McDavid early in the second, and it nearly paid off on a couple of good opportunities.
But the Flames, who topped the Oilers by seven points in the regular season to claim the Pacific Division crown, went up 2-0 at 5:41 when Backlund scored his fifth on a slick deflection.
The Oilers got on the board at 7:40 after Draisaitl protected the puck against Backlund before finding Nurse in the slot for him to fire his second past a screened Markstrom.
Edmonton tied it up just 2:26 later on a 3-on-1 rush when Markstrom could only get a piece of Hyman’s shot before Puljujarvi swept home his second as the Oilers erased another multigoal deficit on the road.
Then, there was a wild stretch with four goals in a 71-second span.
Hyman scored his sixth goal of the series, and eighth of the postseason, on a power play at 14:57 before Gaudreau tied things again at 3-all at 15:12 with his third.
Jarnkrok then scored his first as a member of the Flames since coming over in a trade with the Seattle Kraken at 15:28 to make it 4-3.
But the Oilers responded again at 16:08 when Bouchard’s blast beat Markstrom for his second as the teams set an NHL record for the fastest four goals in playoff history — 22 seconds faster than the previous mark set by the Philadelphia Flyers and Toronto Maple Leafs in 1976.
Following a tepid start for both teams, the Flames nudged in front at 10:13 of the first when Mangiapane took a terrific pass from Coleman to score his third goal of the playoffs.
The winger’s first point of the series gave his team its first lead since late in the second period of Game 2 — a stretch of 155 minutes — that started a run of three straight losses to push Calgary to the brink of elimination.
One of three finalists for the Vezina Trophy as the league’s top goalie in the regular season, Markstrom entered Thursday with an .850 save percentage in the series after posting a .943 mark in Calgary’s seven-game victory over the Dallas Stars in the opening round.
After the Oilers, who beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 to set up the matchup with their provincial rival, killed off a McDavid high-sticking penalty, the Flames goaltender had to scramble to keep the Edmonton captain’s dash to the net at bay with the puck briefly lying free in Calgary’s crease.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Through seven hearings this summer, the House Jan. 6 panel has maintained two consistent themes: Donald Trump’s stubborn resistance to advisers who told him that Joe Biden won the election, and the former president’s role in inciting the Capitol insurrection.
Each hearing has had a separate focus — this week’s was domestic extremism — but the nine-member panel investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 attack has not strayed from its central findings: that Trump made historically unprecedented moves to overturn his 2020 election defeat and then turned a blind eye as his supporters beat police and broke into the Capitol to defend him.
A rundown of what we’ve learned so far from the public hearings of the select Jan. 6 committee — and what’s next:
TRUMP IGNORED HIS ADVISERS
At every hearing, the panel has played video testimony from White House aides and Trump associates who said they told Trump that Biden won the election and advised him to drop his false claims of widespread voter fraud. Many were emboldened by former Attorney General Bill Barr’s declaration in early December 2020 that there was no evidence of mass fraud that could change the election outcome.
Among those aides was Ivanka Trump, the president’s daughter, who told the panel that she accepted Barr’s conclusions. Eugene Scalia, Trump’s labor secretary, said he told Trump it was time for him to say Biden had won after states certified the electors on Dec. 14. Barr, who told Trump to his face that the fraud claims were “b——-t,” said he feared the president was becoming “detached from reality.”
But Trump ignored those advisers. Instead he listened to a small group of allies outside the White House who were pushing the fraud claims, sometimes in fantastical ways.
At Tuesday’s hearing, video testimony from White House lawyers described theories pushed by lawyers Rudy Giuliani and Sidney Powell that they thought were “nuts,” including compromised voting machines and thermostats. A Dec. 18 meeting in the White House lasted for six hours and devolved into “screaming” and profanity, several participants said, as the two sides clashed over Trump’s next steps.
Trump’s White House counsel, Pat Cipollone told the committee in a videotaped interview that the lawyers kept asking Powell and Giuliani for evidence, but never received any good answers.
THE PRESIDENT’S CALLS TO ACTION
Rebuffed by many of those closest to him, Trump turned toward a much wider audience on social media. Hours after the Dec. 18 meeting, he tweeted that his supporters should come to a “big protest” on Jan. 6, when Congress would certify Biden’s win.
Trump tweeted: “Be there, will be wild!”
The committee showed a montage of videos and social media posts after the tweet as supporters reacted and planned trips to Washington, some of them using violent rhetoric and talking about killing police officers. Far-right extremist groups like the Proud Boys and the Oath Keepers mobilized their members to come to Washington and protest, and members of those groups descended on the Capitol before Trump had even finished his fiery speech outside the White House that morning.
At a hearing last month, former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson testified that Trump knew that some of his supporters gathered for the event were armed because they had been turned away at security checkpoints. But she quoted Trump as directing his staff, in profane terms, to take away the metal-detecting magnetometers if their presence meant fewer people would be at the rally. He then took the stage and urged the entire crowd to march to the Capitol.
Stephen Ayres, who broke into the Capitol on Jan. 6 and pleaded guilty last month to a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct, testified in person at Tuesday’s hearing. He talked about how he believed Trump’s lies as they were amplified on social media, and said he came to Washington at the behest of his president.
His arrest changed his life for the worse, Ayres said, and he’s angry he believed the claims of fraud.
A MISSED MARCH TO THE CAPITOL
The committee has focused in particular on Trump’s efforts to go to the Capitol with his supporters after his speech. Hutchinson said that many of Trump’s aides, and even House GOP leader Kevin McCarthy, were aware of his plan and tried to stop it. She also described Trump’s anger as security officials refused to take him there after his speech.
On Tuesday, the committee revealed more evidence that Trump had planned to call for his supporters to march to the Capitol, and that he would go with them. The panel showed a draft tweet, undated and never sent, that said “Please arrive early, massive crowds expected. March to the Capitol after. Stop the Steal!” The draft tweet was stamped, “president has seen.”
They also showed texts and email exchanges between planners and White House aides about a secret plan for the march.
“This stays only between us, we are having a second stage at the Supreme Court” after Trump’s rally, wrote one of the rally’s organizers, Kylie Kremer, to a Trump confidant. “POTUS is going to have us march there/the Capitol.” People will try to “sabotage” it if they found out, she said.
PRESSURE TO OVERTURN THE ELECTION
The committee’s first few hearings focused on Trump’s pressure campaign to thwart Biden’s victory – aimed at state election officials, at the Justice Department and finally at Vice President Mike Pence. The president’s pressure ramped up as courts rejected dozens of lawsuits and after the states certified the electors in mid-December.
At a hearing with state officials, Georgia’s Republican secretary of state, Brad Raffensperger, told of Trump’s phone call in which he asked him to “find 11,780 votes” that could give him a win. Rusty Bowers, Arizona’s GOP House speaker, testified about a call from Trump in which the president proposed that his chamber reject the slate of electors for Biden, who had won the state. Both Raffensperger and Bowers testified in person.
In a separate hearing, Justice Department officials described Trump’s effort to not only have them declare the election “corrupt” but to replace the acting attorney general with an ally of his in the department who sympathized with his false claims.
And Greg Jacob, a lawyer to Pence, testified about scheming within the White House to try and convince Pence to object to the results or delay the certification in his traditional ceremonial role presiding over the count. But Jacob said that as he and Pence reviewed the constitution, the law, “and frankly just common sense,” they confirmed that Pence did not have that authority.
On Jan. 6, hours after Trump’s supporters broke in and interrupted the proceedings, Pence declared Biden the winner.
WHAT’S NEXT
The committee is planning to hold its eighth hearing next week. That hearing is expected to feature the testimony of White House aides and center on what Trump was doing during the hours that his supporters were violently breaking into the Capitol.
Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin, a member of the committee, said the hearing “will be a profound moment of reckoning for America.”
Once the hearings are over, the panel is expected to issue a final report. That could come before the November midterm election, said the committee’s chairman, Mississippi Rep. Bennie Thompson, in an interview on Tuesday.
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PITTSBURGH, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a way to sip the contents of a hot or cold beverage without the use of a traditional straw," said an inventor, from Canoga Park, Calif., "so I invented the SELF STRAW PAPER CUP. My design offers a convenient alternative to using a separate, plastic straw."
The patent-pending invention provides an improved beverage cup and straw option. In doing so, it eliminates the need to use a separate plastic straw. As a result, it could help to reduce waste and it could help to benefit the environment. The invention features an eco-friendly and user-friendly design that is easy to use and stack so it is ideal for restaurants. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Los Angeles sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-LOS-107, 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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Gluware Teams with Industry Leaders to Provide In-Depth Look at No-Code and Low-Code Process Automation and New Network Topology Capabilities
SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gluware, Inc., the leader in intelligent network automation for the enterprise, will join Packet Pushers to present a livestream event on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 9:00 AM PDT/12:00 PM EDT, "Real-World Enterprise Automation: No-Code Process Automation and New Network Topology from Gluware."
The one-hour livestream will feature Gluware leaders, the Packet Pusher team and several network architects and industry leaders who have deep insights into network automation's biggest challenges and best practices, including Michael Burns, Network Architect at Advizex, and Rajeev Khanolkar, Co-founder, President and CEO at SecurView.
The Gluware Intelligent Network Automation suite accelerates network automation with pre-built customizable applications that are easy to use and proven to work on even the most complex networks. Gluware's Network Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solution takes users a step further towards achieving self-operating functionality for future enterprise scale. The company's latest announcement, Gluware Topology, extends its enablement of organizations on the path to hyperautomation. Utilizing its powerful mapping engine built to scale for global enterprises, Gluware Topology generates powerful site documentation and simplifies the management and troubleshooting of network infrastructure.
Gluware customers will present their unique stories about using Gluware's intelligent network automation to solve real-world networking challenges. This will include automating complex brownfield environments, enabling continuous compliance for regulated industries, automating security and configuration drift audits and mapping networks to simplify and de-risk operations. Attendees will have opportunities to see live product demos, ask questions and engage with the Gluware team and networking industry experts.
The full agenda includes:
Enabling Continuous Compliance for a Global Financial Gluware Customer – Julie Wehling, Solutions Architect at Gluware, will discuss how Gluware enabled continuous compliance following an audit that highlighted OS version and configuration issues at a global financial customer.
Advizex: Automating Security Audits and Remediation with Gluware – Michael Burns, Network Architect at Advizex, will discuss how Gluware's custom security and configuration drift audits enable a faster remediation path for Advizex.
SecurView: Automating at the Intersection of Security and Networking – Rajeev Khanolkar, Co-founder, President and CEO of SecurView, and Jeff Gray, Co-founder and CEO of Gluware, will discuss Gluware's offerings and six ways its solutions help CIOs.
Announcing Gluware Topology – Kevin Irwin, Senior Director of Product Management at Gluware, will introduce Gluware Topology, a new product that uses existing data to map the network and simplify operations.
Introducing Network RPA – Michael Haugh, VP of Product Marketing at Gluware, will discuss Network RPA and how customers can use its low-code, drag-and-drop interface to automate and orchestrate workflows.
Network RPA Compliance and Security Use Cases – Tim Silverline, VP of Security at Gluware, will highlight how Gluware Network RPA can be used to address common compliance and security challenges.
The one-hour livestream will begin at 9:00 AM PDT on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, and include time for Q&As. To register click here.
About Gluware
Gluware is the leading intelligent network automation suite for the cloud era, trusted by Global 2000 enterprises, across industries, from Pharma to Finance. Gluware automates the networks of the world's largest and most complex enterprises by simplifying how multi-vendor, multi-domain enterprise networks are discovered, analyzed, and maintained. The company's code-free, intent-based approach to network automation reduces the business risk of unplanned outages and downtime while elevating the performance of people and systems.
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At least 15 people joined suspected Buffalo shooter Payton Gendron's private account on the communications app Discord shortly before the shooting at the Tops Friendly Markets store, a person with knowledge of Discord's internal investigation told CNN.
A Discord spokesperson previously confirmed that Gendron had sent out an invitation to a small group of people to view his chat logs about 30 minutes before the violence.
"A private, invite-only server was created by the suspect to serve as a personal diary chat log," the Discord spokesperson told CNN on Tuesday. "Approximately 30 minutes prior to the attack, however, a small group of people were invited to and joined the server. Before that, our records indicate no other people saw the diary chat log in this private server."
After the suspected shooter invited people to join the server, his posts would have been accessible to invitees as well as anyone they may have shared access with, the spokesperson said. Discord removed the server and related content "as soon as" it was aware of it following the shooting, the spokesperson said.
Gendron, an 18-year-old White man, was indicted by a grand jury on Wednesday, according to an affidavit from Erie County Assistant District Attorney Gary Hackbush.
The Erie County Grand Jury voted for an indictment against defendant Payton Gendron, "with regard to the felony complaint filed on or about May 14, 2022," the affidavit states. The grand jury investigation has not yet been completed, Erie County DA John Flynn said in a statement.
Gendron, of Conklin, New York, previously pleaded not guilty to a charge of first-degree murder, and other charges are expected. The charge of first-degree murder covers two or more murders in Buffalo, a spokesperson for the DA's office told CNN.
The indictment was announced Thursday during a brief court appearance for Gendron, who was ordered to remain held without bail until further action from a grand jury. He wore an orange jumpsuit and a white face mask and was handcuffed and shackled as he walked into the courtroom flanked by officers.
His next court appearance is scheduled for June 9. Defense attorney Brian Parker had no comment.
As Gendron was led away following his court appearance, someone in the packed courtroom yelled, "Payton, you're a coward!"
Gendron is accused of driving from nearly 200 miles away to kill 10 people and wound three others in a shooting that took aim at a Tops supermarket in a predominantly Black neighborhood. Authorities are investigating the shooting as a hate crime and an act of racially motivated violent extremism. Of the 13 victims shot, 11 were Black.
The FBI has completed its crime scene investigation at the supermarket and released the building back to its owners, officials said Thursday. Tops President and COO John Persons committed to reopening the supermarket as soon as possible, noting its importance in the "food desert" that does not have easy access to other grocery options.
"We want to make sure it is done right and that we open it in a respectful manner," Persons said. "We will balance all those priorities."
Officials digging into red flag laws, social media sites
While the suspect is behind bars, New York officials have called for further examination of how he was able to get guns and how he communicated his plans online.
In June, Gendron showed a warning sign of potential violence when he made a school project about murder-suicides when he was a student at Susquehanna Valley Central High School in Conklin, officials said.
Police were called to the school, and he was taken for a mental health evaluation and later released. At the time, police didn't seek a "red flag" order of protection against Gendron.
The red flag law, also known as the Extreme Risk Protection Order law, is designed to prevent anyone who shows signs of being a threat to themselves or others from purchasing a firearm, New York's website states.
But because the evaluation was not an involuntary commitment, it did not prevent the suspected shooter from purchasing or possessing a gun under federal law, said New York State Police spokesperson Beau Duffy.
Since the shooting, Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed a gun laws package, as well as other changes to law enforcement protocol when a person shows they may be harmful to themselves or others. On Wednesday, Hochul said she would sign an executive order requiring state police to file an "extreme risk order of protection" under the red flag law when they believe that an individual is a threat to himself, herself or others.
The gun laws package would aim to close loopholes around specific types of guns that fall outside current regulations, including high-powered, concealable guns and those that can be modified to hold high-capacity magazines, she said.
The proposed legislation would remedy "just one of those enormous loopholes that you can drive a truck through," she said.
In addition, New York Attorney General Letitia James launched an investigation into the social media platforms allegedly used by the suspect, including Discord.
A Discord spokesperson said the company will cooperate with the state attorney general's investigation.
In online posts by Gendron on Discord and in a 180-page document investigators believe he wrote, he described himself as a White supremacist, fascist and anti-Semite. He allegedly wrote he targeted the Buffalo supermarket because it had the highest concentration of Black people in upstate New York and said he subscribed to "replacement theory," a conspiracy theory that claims a cabal of elites are trying to replace White people with non-White immigrants.
The suspect's social media posts have become central to the investigation because they offer details about how he planned his attack and his motives.
In posts first shared on Discord, then more widely on the hate-filled online forum 4Chan, Gendron said he visited the grocery store multiple times on March 8 to learn its layout. He noted how many Black and White people shopped during his visits and drew a map of the store's interior, according to his posts.
The suspect also livestreamed the shooting on the website Twitch. The company said it took down the video within minutes, but social media companies were struggling to contain its spread.
James' probe, disclosed Wednesday by her office, focuses on Twitch, Discord and the websites 4chan and 8chan (now known as 8kun). Other as yet unnamed companies could also be drawn into the investigation, James said.
James will report the findings of the investigation to Hochul.
"These social media platforms have to take responsibility. They must be more vigilant in monitoring the content and they must be held accountable for favoring engagement over public safety," said the governor.
In a letter to James, Hochul called for the investigation to determine "whether specific companies have civil or criminal liability for their role in promoting, facilitating, or providing a platform to plan and promote violence."
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CEDARHURST, N.Y., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The securities litigation law firm of Kuznicki Law PLLC issues this alert to shareholders of MINISO Group Holding Limited (NYSE: MNSO), if they purchased or acquired the Company's securities pursuant and/or traceable to the Company's October 2020 initial public offering (the "IPO"). Shareholders have until October 17, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in the securities class action lawsuit.
Shareholders are encouraged to contact us at https://kclasslaw.com/cases/securities/nyse-mnso/, by calling toll-free at 1-833-835-1495 or by email (dk@kclasslaw.com).
Kuznicki Law PLLC is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a Company lead to artificial inflation of the Company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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BEIJING, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Luokung Technology Corp. (the "Company" or "Luokung") (NASDAQ: LKCO), today announced that it has entered into certain securities purchase agreements with certain institutional investors for a registered direct offering of $8 million of ordinary shares at a price of $0.30 per share. The Company will issue a total of 26,666,666 ordinary shares to the institutional investors. As part of the transaction, the Company will also issue to the investors warrants ("Warrants") for the purchase of up to 26,666,666 ordinary shares at an exercise price of $0.41 per share, which Warrants will have a term of five years from the date of issuance.
The net proceeds from this offering will be used for working capital and general corporate purposes. The offering is expected to close on or about July 28, 2022, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
FT Global Capital, Inc. acted as the exclusive placement agent for the transaction.
These securities are being offered by means of a prospectus supplement pursuant to the Company's effective "shelf" registration statement on Form F-3 and base prospectus contained therein. A "shelf" registration statement (SEC Filing No. 333-233108) relating to these securities, including a prospectus, was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on August 8, 2019, and declared effective by the SEC on August 16, 2019. A prospectus supplement to such prospectus relating to and describing the terms of the registered direct offering will be filed with the SEC.
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, and these securities cannot be sold in any state in which this offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state. Any offer will be made only by means of the prospectus and accompanying prospectus supplement, forming a part of the effective registration statement.
For further details of this transaction, please see the Form 6-K to be filed with the SEC.
About Luokung Technology Corp.
Luokung Technology Corp. is a leading spatial-temporal intelligent big data services company, as well as a leading provider of LBS and HD Maps for various industries in China. Backed by its proprietary technologies and expertise in HD Maps and multi-sourced intelligent spatial-temporal big data, Luokung has established city-level and industry-level holographic spatial-temporal digital twin systems and actively serves industries including smart transportation (autonomous driving, smart highway and vehicle-road collaboration), natural resource asset management (carbon neutral and environmental protection remote sensing data service), and LBS smart industry applications (mobile Internet LBS, smart travel, smart logistics, new infrastructure, smart cities, emergency rescue, among others). The Company routinely provides important updates on its website: https://www.luokung.com.
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New Look Will Broaden Brand Appeal for Consumers and Prospective Franchisees
DENVER, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WellBiz Brands Inc., the pre-eminent beauty and wellness franchise platform with nearly 900 franchised locations globally, today unveiled Radiant Waxing as the new name and brand identity for LunchboxWax®, the premier, full-service speed-waxing salon. The rebrand is the result of extensive consumer research, which showed that 40% more consumers would be attracted to new, more premium branding. Radiant Waxing was chosen to align the luxury waxing concept with a more approachable and aspirational brand identity that appeals to a broader audience. In addition to Radiant Waxing, the WellBiz Brands portfolio features other category leaders, including Drybar®, Amazing Lash Studio®, Elements Massage® and Fitness Together®.
"We chose the name Radiant Waxing because guests leave the salons feeling flawless, with a radiant beauty that can be seen and felt. The new name evokes a sense of confidence and empowerment because there's nothing more radiant than a person in love with their skin. To reinforce this evolution, we moved past a clever name and a one-dimensional logo, into a brand identity that is both premium and approachable," said WellBiz Brands Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Morgan. "Radiant Waxing will continue to represent the unparalleled guest experience and with a strong, inclusive culture that attracted guests to LunchboxWax. There is so much untapped potential in the waxing category and I'm excited to unleash the power of this brand and grow Radiant Waxing to 500 salons over the next five years."
With a sole focus on waxing, Radiant Waxing salons offer guests services through a three-step speed-waxing process that uses proprietary, all-natural TRUWAX® soft wax. The brand provides custom curated services for all skin types, all body parts and for all people in a boutique, one-of-a-kind setting. With a guest-centric approach to waxing, guests leave feeling smooth and confident in only a matter of minutes. All of these factors have helped the brand outperform its competitors, culminating in an 85 Net Promoter Score® (NPS), which measures customer experience and predicts business growth.
With over 60 locations in 17 states, the Radiant Waxing brand is part of a global market projected to grow to more than $12 billion by 2025. The brand offers passionate entrepreneurs dedicated to exceptional customer service an opportunity to become part of a proven business model. Here are just a few of the benefits of owning a Radiant Waxing salon:
- Memberships and Packages: Radiant Waxing makes it convenient for guests to wax the way they want.
- Ease of Training: Estheticians and cosmetologists graduate knowing how to wax; the Support Center helps teach them the Radiant Waxing way.
- Speed of Service: High guest throughput is possible with most services taking 20 minutes or less.
- Salon Footprint: Salons are chic and modern with a small footprint.
With a portfolio of beauty and wellness brands, WellBiz Brands offers opportunities to experienced and prospective entrepreneurs that fit their passions and goals. For more information about Radiant Waxing, please visit Radiantwaxing.com.
About Radiant Waxing™
Radiant Waxing is a leading waxing concept that brings the speed-waxing experience to women and men in a luxury environment, with private waxing rooms and refined techniques from professionally trained and licensed estheticians. A proven, three-step speed-waxing process using all-natural TRUWAX® soft wax combines refined, effective waxing techniques with premium-quality products crafted for physical and emotional comfort. The brand currently has over 60 salons in 17 states. Each Radiant Waxing salon is independently owned and operated. Radiant Waxing is a trademark owned by Radiant Waxing Franchise, LLC. For additional information, visit Radiantwaxing.com.
About WellBiz Brands Inc.:
WellBiz Brands Inc. is the pre-eminent beauty and wellness franchise platform catering to the needs of the affluent female consumer. The WellBiz Brands' portfolio features category leaders including Drybar®, Amazing Lash Studio®, Radiant Waxing™, Elements Massage® and Fitness Together®. With an expertise in digital marketing, the company developed a cross-brand digital marketing program that drives effective member acquisition strategies, creating a world-class membership ecosystem. WellBiz One, a proprietary technology platform, enhances studio operations for franchise owners driving member engagement and retention. With in-house expertise in supply chain management, e-commerce and product innovation, WellBiz Brands provides franchisees with a leading edge in their industries. Backed by a management team with nearly a century of combined leadership experience, WellBiz Brands is the future of customer-centric, membership-based brands. The company has received national recognition on lists such as the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies, Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 and Franchise Times Fast & Serious, among others. For more information, visit WellBizbrands.com.
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Innovative beverage packaging solution to increase attractiveness of can end appearances and reduce carbon footprint
ZÜRICH, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and the world's largest aluminium recycler and manufacturer of beverage can sheet, today announced the company's new laminated aluminium surfaces for beverage can ends that will be showcased September 27 to 29 at ALUMINIUM 2022 in Düsseldorf. This innovative application improves beverage container appearance, increases production process efficiencies and lowers CO2 emissions for European beverage brands and can makers. As a result, it further advances Novelis' leadership in the growing market for aluminium beverage packaging.
Colored aluminium beverage can ends, especially black, are particularly popular for new and innovative beverage products and energy drinks. However, producing lacquered, black ends also poses challenges in terms of color stability and can makers' production processes.
High-quality surfaces and color stability are especially important for the premium beverage segments. Novelis' new aluminium sheet comes with a black laminating film. The laminating film is free of Bisphenol A (BPA) and per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and meets all food and beverage industry requirements.
At Novelis' Göttingen site in Germany, which specializes in rolled aluminium surface finishing, the laminating film is applied by a combination of pressure and heat.
For beverage can makers, adoption of the laminated sheet is simple, as the production of laminated ends does not require any can line retooling. In fact, it requires less cleaning, leading to increased productivity.
Novelis' product innovation supports can makers and beverage brands in reaching their sustainability goals. The lamination of aluminium coils for can ends reduces CO2 emissions by 33%, compared to the conventional liquid coating, as the lamination process requires less heat and chemicals. Laminated ends have no adverse impact on beverage can recyclability. Similar to the conventional can coating, the laminating film is removed as an organic component in the recycling process by thermal pretreatment and waste heat is reused in the process.
"This innovation meets the food and packaging industry's requirements for high-quality, lower CO2 footprint material," said Alexander Kuzan, Vice President of Can for Novelis Europe. "Together with our customers, we are creating better, more sustainable products and efficient manufacturing processes. Using high levels of recycled aluminium in our products helps reduce the consumption of natural resources, strengthen the circular economy and limit climate change."
Novelis annually recycles approximately 80 billion used beverage cans worldwide. In Nachterstedt, Saxony-Anhalt, Novelis operates one of the world's largest, most technologically advanced aluminium recycling centers. At the facility, up to 400,000 tons of aluminium scrap is shredded, sorted, thermally decoated, melted, cast and returned to the infinite production cycle each year.
Together, with its partners along the value chain, Novelis is developing innovative, low-carbon aluminium solutions and creating closed-loop recycling systems for production and end-of-life scrap.
Learn more about laminated aluminium for can ends: https://www.novelis.com/can-innovations/
Novelis Inc. is driven by its purpose of shaping a sustainable world together. We are a global leader in the production of innovative aluminium products and solutions and the world's largest recycler of aluminium. Our ambition is to be the leading provider of low-carbon, sustainable aluminium solutions and to achieve a fully circular economy by partnering with our suppliers, as well as our customers in the aerospace, automotive, beverage can and specialties industries throughout North America, Europe, Asia and South America. Novelis had net sales of $17.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. Novelis is a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, an industry leader in aluminium and copper, and the metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, a multinational conglomerate based in Mumbai. For more information, visit novelis.com.
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The Biden administration will provide Ukraine with four more high mobility artillery rocket systems in the latest security assistance package, according to a senior defense official.
The package is valued at $400 million and is drawing from Presidential Drawdown Authority funding only, meaning the US is sending weapons directly from US stockpiles of weapons.
The package includes four additional rocket systems, additional ammunition for those systems, three tactical vehicles to "recover equipment, support Ukrainian efforts to repair, resupply as the battle continues," 1,000 rounds of 155 mm artillery ammunition, demolition munitions, counter battery systems, and spare parts and other equipment, the official said.
The 1,000 rounds of 155 mm artillery ammunition that the US is providing to Ukraine in this package is a "new type" of ammunition that the US has not provided to Ukraine previously, the official added.
"It has greater precision, it offers Ukraine precise targeting, precise capability for specific targets, it will save ammunition, it will be more effective due to the precision, so it's a further evolution in our support for Ukraine in this battle for the Donbas," the official said.
The US has provided Ukraine with 12 high mobility artillery rocket systems total with the commitment of these additional four systems, the official said. A senior military official said "upwards of 100" Ukrainians have been trained on the systems so far.
Reports that Russians have destroyed two high mobility artillery rocket systems systems are false, the official added.
"The ones that have already been provided are fully accounted for, Ukrainians are still using them in the fight," the official said.
Meanwhile, the US State Department on Saturday announced an additional humanitarian aid package for Ukraine totaling nearly $368 million.
It will provide food, water, shelter, health care and other humanitarian services to Ukrainians and others affected by Russia's invasion. The funding will include nearly $288 million through the State Department and an additional $80 million through the US Agency for International Development.
"As we move into the fifth month of Russia's brutal assault on Ukraine, we continue to call for Russia to end hostilities immediately, facilitate unhindered humanitarian access in Ukraine, and allow sustained safe passage for those who seek to flee to safety. We commend our allies and partners who have welcomed those fleeing the war and welcome the European Union's decision to extend temporary protection status to Ukrainian citizens, granting them work authorization and access to housing and other services," US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement Saturday.
The US has provided over $1.28 billion in humanitarian relief to those affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, according to the State Department.
This story has been updated with additional developments.
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Herbert "Skip" Virgin will lead work on translatability of scientific discoveries and translation to new medicines in collaboration with the three Institutes of Science at Altos
SAN FRANCISCO, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Altos Labs (Altos) today announced that Herbert "Skip" Virgin, MD, PhD, will join the company as Chief Medical Officer and Head of the Altos Institute of Medicine, effective September 1, 2022. In his role, Dr. Virgin will lead work on the translatability of scientific discoveries and the translation to transformative medicines in collaboration with the company's three Institutes of Science with the aim to restore cell health and reverse disease.
"Skip is a devoted, innovative scientist with an exceptional background in translational medicine, making him an ideal fit for Altos as we seek to reverse disease, injury, and disabilities using new approaches," said Altos Chief Scientist and Founder Rick Klausner. "As we unravel the deep biology of cellular rejuvenation programming, we also need to develop the means of translating that new understanding into medicines. We are honored that Skip has agreed to take on this challenge by leading the Altos Institute of Medicine."
Dr. Virgin currently serves as Executive Vice President, Research and Chief Scientific Officer at Vir Biotechnology, where he directed a team of more than 150 scientists focused on immune approaches to prevention and treatment of severe infectious disease. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Pathology and Immunology at Washington University School of Medicine and Adjunct Professor of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
"Altos is home to some of the most accomplished scientists in the fields of cell health and cellular rejuvenation programming, and I am excited by the opportunity to lead the Institute of Medicine to help translate this knowledge into transformative medicines," said Dr. Virgin. "Over my career, I've repeatedly encountered one of science's great mysteries: how and why different individuals facing the same disease experience widely variable severity and recovery. Understanding this process at the cellular level – and realizing the potential of that understanding to benefit humanity – is one of many reasons I decided to join Altos to support its efforts to harness cellular resilience."
Dr. Virgin has previously served as the Edward Mallinckrodt Professor and Chair of the Department of Pathology and Immunology at Washington University School of Medicine, the Director and Principal Investigator of the NIH-funded Midwest Regional Center of Excellence for Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases Research, and Director and Principal Investigator of an NIH-funded Center for Excellence in Translational Research. He is also an elected member of the National Academy of Sciences.
He holds AB, MD and PhD degrees from Harvard University and Harvard Medical School and trained clinically at Brigham and Women's Hospital and at Barnes Hospital.
About Altos Labs
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Pirates’ VanMeter struggles as catcher, Reds end 9-game skid
CINCINNATI (AP) — Pittsburgh emergency catcher Josh VanMeter had a rough time in his first try behind the plate since he was a teenager, and the Cincinnati Reds took advantage to end a nine-game losing streak, beating the Pirates 9-2 in the opener of a doubleheader. Tyler Stephenson fouled a ball hard off VanMeter’s mask, then hit a tiebreaking, bases-loaded double in the eighth inning that fueled a seven-run burst. Pirates starting catcher Roberto Pérez was helped off the field with a left hamstring injury after falling while rounding second base in the top of the eighth. inning. Backup catcher Andrew Knapp was ejected by plate umpire Will Little in the bottom of the sixth inning for chirping from the dugout. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/07/pirates-vanmeter-struggles-as-catcher-reds-end-9-game-skid/ | 2022-05-07T22:34:01Z |
CHICAGO and NEW YORK, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trading Technologies International, Inc. (TT), a global provider of high-performance professional trading software, infrastructure and data solutions, today announced that its TT platform won the award for Best Sell-Side Execution Management System (EMS) at the TradingTech Insight USA Awards 2022 last evening in New York.
TradingTech Insight is a publication of A-Team Group. A-Team editors worked closely with an Advisory Board to select the shortlist in each award category, and members of the capital markets community voted to determine the winners.
Angela Wilbraham, CEO at A-Team Group, said: "Congratulations to Trading Technologies for winning Best Sell-Side EMS in the fourth annual TradingTech Insight Awards USA. This year's awards have been extremely popular and competitive, highlighting established solution providers and innovative newcomers within capital markets that provide exceptional trading infrastructure, trading technology and data solutions."
The honor was the first award for the TT platform since the firm's acquisition by 7RIDGE in December. The company last year completed transitioning all institutional and investment bank clients to the ultra-low latency, broker-neutral Software-as-as-Service (SaaS) solution for multi-asset class trading.
TT CEO Keith Todd said: "We're absolutely delighted to receive this recognition for our groundbreaking TT platform. TT has established the foundation for our future as a SaaS-based firm that can now provide so many more capabilities across a range of asset classes in the service of our clients. With this platform and our strong capital position, we're a true partner to clients, helping them easily explore new opportunities, meet more of their needs in a cost-effective manner and integrate other complementary solutions."
When the TT platform was first introduced in 2015, it was the only platform to leverage a hybrid-cloud infrastructure to provide a streamlined, go-anywhere, high-performance experience for professional traders. With no software to install, traders only need to type "trade.tt" in a browser to access their workspaces. In 2021, another unprecedented year in which traders, executing brokers and risk managers were forced to pivot between home and corporate offices, the platform's mobility and flexibility proved invaluable in keeping trading operations running smoothly despite a very volatile environment.
TT's open platform allows users to integrate other front-end and back-end systems with TT to access their own market connections, private liquidity or execution algorithms, and import data from external sources across the enterprise. Execution desks can accept order flow from any EMS, order management system (OMS) or algorithmic provider via a FIX connection. This additional flexibility helps sell-side customers streamline trading operations by consolidating trade flow through multiple systems onto TT.
The annual TradingTech Insight USA Awards recognize excellence in trading solutions and services for capital markets, and focus on vendors providing exceptional and innovative trading infrastructure, technology and data solutions dedicated to the challenges faced by firms operating in the U.S. trading environment.
Trading Technologies (www.tradingtechnologies.com) creates professional trading software, infrastructure and data solutions for a wide variety of users, including proprietary traders, brokers, money managers, Commodity Trading Advisors (CTAs), hedge funds, commercial hedgers and risk managers. In addition to providing access to the world's major international exchanges and liquidity venues via its TT® trading platform, TT offers domain-specific technology for cryptocurrency trading and machine-learning tools for trade surveillance.
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Vegas Diaries III: Contemplative gazing, steak dining like a gentleman and fixing the flamingo
I’m a big contemplative window gazer, and there is perhaps no better place to gaze contemplatively out a hi-rise window than The Venetian in Las Vegas. We had such a great time last year that we went again this year for another week mountain gazing, food decadence, and relaxation.
If someone had said to me twenty years ago that Vegas would end up being “my” place, vacation-wise, I would have thought them insane. And while I mean no disrespect to the idea of piling your family in a van and driving many hours through Alabama pig trails to squeeze into a loud condo in Destin (I’d rather not hear a college kid puking next door), in order to eat overpriced rubbery shrimp... instead I choose Vegas. Here’s why:
Flights in and out are cheap and plentiful, the suites at The Venetian are palatial and pin-drop quiet (how do they do this?), and the food scene is Smithsonian-ian in that you would need a lifetime to traverse all of the interesting food options in Vegas in a variety of different price-points. Additionally, I’ve found that I need interesting and different geography to gaze at, which the desert mountains offer up in droves, and an interesting cinematic history to pre-and-post-game my trip with. Vegas offers Oceans 11 (both old and new), Oceans 13, Casino, Swingers, parts of The Godfather, and many more.
Regarding history: if you’re in Las Vegas, you owe it to yourself to eat at least one meal at The Golden Steer Steakhouse, made famous by Frank Sinatra, Muhammad Ali, and many other celebrity diners. The Steer is off the strip by a few blocks, and is decidedly old-school in décor and food presentation. They have a dress code, which I’m a big fan of, meaning that you won’t see a ballcap, a graphic tee shirt, some guy’s feet in sandals, or a pair of sweatpants anywhere on the premises. You won’t see the word “juicy” emblazoned on any bottoms while dining at The Golden Steer. You wouldn’t think that in America in 2022 you’d have to tell another grown man to dress decently to get a steak, but, alas, you do. I was made for another time, and The Golden Steer allows me to pretend that I’m in it. I would pay almost any price to get that feeling.
There is ZERO inane music happening at The Golden Steer (only Sinatra), and there are only a couple of televisions (limited to the bar area). I don’t go to a restaurant to watch television or listen to music.
The steaks themselves are top-shelf, because most of the kitchen staff at the Steer have been there for upwards of three decades. The wait staff are professional wait staff, meaning that this is what they do – they aren’t trying to be in movies, get a one-act play produced, or write a book - and they take pride in providing an amazing experience. The food is plated and presented in a style that is decidedly “late 1960s” in that your meat isn’t ready for Instagram. It’s not stacked upon itself daintily and then drizzled with something unknown…rather…it comes on a large plate, swimming in its own perfectly seasoned juices. I didn’t even cast a sidelong glance at a salt shaker while eating my steak. It was perfect as-is.
All of which leads me to the dessert portion of this column: how to fix the Flamingo. The Flamingo used to be a real contender, but is now situated mid-strip in the “seeing depressing things and smelling weed and walking as quickly as possible to get past it” district. I want to see it reclaim its old glory and am suggesting the following:
- Jazz-only playlists on the casino floor, at the pool, in restaurants, and clubs. We can re-claim ambient sounds and hearing ourselves think. This is not a bad thing!
- Table-games only, no slots.
- A dress code for restaurants and the casino floor. Collared shirts and dresses.
- An obvious aesthetic re-vamp and pivot into the “Old Vegas” style. It goes without saying that the rooms have to be top-notch, and they can take some pointers from The Venetian on how to impeccably soundproof them.
- Some limited but exceptional dining experiences. I don’t go to a hotel because I also want to go to the mall. Come to think of it, I never want to go to the mall. I need an amazing coffee option (like Illy Café in The Venetian/Palazzo – I recommend the salmon with cream cheese crepe), a few lunch options, and a great steakhouse.
I think where we go wrong, culturally, is when we try to do everything and in doing so, end up doing all of it at a low level. Aspirational here is to do a few things but do them really well, and in doing so, remind your customers of a gentler, more elegant, less-crass way of life. In exchange for the above pointers, I would only ask The Flamingo for a suite with my name on it, ready for contemplative mountain-gazing, whenever I need it. A guy can dream, can’t he?
Ted Kluck is the author of 30 books and teaches journalism at Union University. | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/opinion/2022/06/12/vegas-diaries-iii-contemplative-gazing-steak-dining-like-gentleman-and-fixing-flamingo/7578954001/ | 2022-06-13T03:07:02Z |
SD Gov. Kristi Noem weighs response to ethics complaints
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A South Dakota ethics board’s finding that Gov. Kristi Noem may have engaged in misconduct by intervening in her daughter’s application for a real estate appraiser license isn’t likely the last word on the matter. But exactly how much more comes out on the episode may be up to the Republican governor herself.
The state’s Government Accountability Board appears to be letting Noem decide whether to defend herself in a public hearing or simply accept an “appropriate action” that the board hasn’t detailed. It presents Noem with a choice: Stick to her defense that she has done nothing wrong and fight the allegations in a public hearing or let the matter quietly die while accepting the board’s action.
How Noem handles the matter may not dent her prospects for reelection this year in a race where she’s heavily favored to win a second term. But it may be important down the road for a politician who has methodically positioned herself to move up in national politics, including for a potential 2024 presidential run.
So far, Noem has chosen to fight — at least in the public sphere. Her reelection campaign spokesman, Ian Fury, lashed out at the board after it moved against her Monday, calling the board’s action “illegal” and portraying the complaints against her as the work of an embittered political enemy. They were filed last year by Jason Ravnsborg, the former Republican attorney general, as he faced pressure from Noem to resign after he struck and killed a pedestrian with his car in 2020.
But neither her office nor her campaign has answered questions on whether she will fight the allegations through a contested case hearing before the board, which was created in 2017 and has never handled a case like Noem’s. Such a proceeding would allow the board’s three retired judges to publicly scrutinize how she took a hands-on role in a state agency while it was evaluating her daughter’s application for an appraiser’s license.
As first reported by The Associated Press, Noem held a meeting in July 2020 that included her daughter, Kassidy Peters, and key decision-makers in Peters’ licensure just days after the agency had moved to deny a license. After the meeting, Peters got another opportunity to demonstrate she could meet federal standards and was ultimately awarded the license.
By accepting the board’s action, Noem could avoid a public hearing over an episode that has drawn condemnation from government ethics experts, her political rivals and even some Republican lawmakers. Ravnsborg has said that it was concern from lawmakers that prompted him to send the complaint to the board.
“We’ll have to wait until the governor’s office makes a decision,” said Gene Kean, a current member of the Government Accountability Board who was appointed after serving more than two decades as a state circuit court judge and chairing the state Judges Association. “That’s sort of a linchpin in this thing.”
But giving up the fight also could have political fallout for Noem, said Alex Conant, a GOP strategist who previously worked as the communications director for Marco Rubio’s 2016 presidential campaign.
“If she doesn’t have a good explanation or is unable to pivot, it could be something that follows her,” Conant said.
The board hasn’t publicly said what action it may take against the governor. Its options in state law allow for a reprimand, a directive to do community service or coursework, as well as other “informal” resolutions that the governor would have to agree to. Statutes don’t describe what the community service or “coursework” might be.
John Pelissero, a scholar at the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University, said it’s “unusual” for an ethics board not to publicly announce the action it takes against an accused official.
“It lacks transparency if they do not announce the level of accountability,” he said. “That has the potential to undermine the public’s confidence in the accountability board and in state government generally.”
Meanwhile, the ethics board took another action Monday that holds the potential of not just a finding of ethical misconduct, but illegality. The board asked the state’s attorney general to investigate Noem’s practice of flying on state airplanes to gatherings hosted by political groups like the Republican Jewish Coalition and the National Rifle Association. State law bars the aircraft from being used for anything other than state business, though Noem has said she was acting as an ambassador for the state.
Noem’s gubernatorial challenger, Democratic state Rep. Jamie Smith, pounced on the issue Tuesday and called for Attorney General Mark Vargo to recuse himself and appoint a special prosecutor.
Vargo played a prominent role in the conflict between Noem and Ravnsborg earlier this year by leading the impeachment prosecution against Ravnsborg in the Senate over his actions and accounting of the 2020 crash that killed a pedestrian. After senators convicted Ravnsborg on charges including one that alleged he misled investigators, and removed him from office, Noem — who had pressed for impeachment — named Vargo as interim attorney general.
Vargo said this week he hadn’t made the decision on whether to recuse himself from the state airplanes probe, even as he issued a statement saying any investigation would remain confidential.
Pelissero, the ethics expert, agreed, saying that there was already a perception of a clear conflict of interest. And David Cleveland, a professor at the University of Minnesota Law School who specializes in legal ethics, referred to rules of professional conduct that ban lawyers from cases where they have a conflict of interest or stand to gain personally.
Even some Republican lawmakers said Vargo should recuse himself.
“I personally think it’s only appropriate for him to immediately recuse himself and appoint a special counsel,” said Republican Rep. Scott Odenback. “So that there’s a continued faith and trust in the process that you are held accountable no matter who you are.”
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MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the namesake son of an ousted dictator, praised his father’s legacy and glossed over its violent past as he was sworn in as Philippine president Thursday after a stunning election victory that opponents say was pulled off by whitewashing his family’s image.
His rise to power, 36 years after an army-backed “People Power” revolt booted his father from office and into global infamy, upends politics in the Asian democracy, where a public holiday, monuments and the Philippine Constitution stand as reminders of the end of Ferdinand Marcos Sr.’s tyrannical rule.
But in his inaugural speech, Marcos Jr. defended the legacy of his late father, who he said accomplished many things that had not been done since the country’s independence.
“He got it done, sometimes with the needed support, sometimes without. So will it be with his son,” he said to applause from his supporters in the crowd. “You will get no excuses from me.”
“My father built more and better roads, produced more rice than all administrations before his,” Marcos Jr. said. He praised the infrastructure projects by his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte, who ended his six-year term also with a legacy of violence, strong-man rule and contempt for those who stood in his path.
The new president called for unity, saying “we will go farther together than against each other. He did not touch on the human rights atrocities and plunder his father was accused of, saying he would not talk about the past but the future.
Activists and survivors of the martial law era under his father protested Marcos Jr.’s inauguration, which took place at a noontime ceremony at the steps of the National Museum in Manila. Thousands of police officers, including anti-riot contingents, SWAT commandos and snipers, were deployed in the bayside tourist district for security.
Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’s husband, Doug Emhoff, were among foreign dignitaries, who attended the event, which featured a 21-gun salute, a military parade and air force jet fly-bys.
“Wow is this really happening?” asked Bonifacio Ilagan, a 70-year-old activist who was detained and severely tortured by counterinsurgency forces during the elder Marcos’s rule. “For victims of martial law like me, this is a nightmare.”
Marching in the streets, the protesters displayed placards that read, ”Never again to martial law” and “Reject Marcos-Duterte.”
Such historical baggage and antagonism stand to hound Marcos Jr. during a six-year presidency beginning at a time of intense crises.
The Philippines has been among the countries worst-hit in Asia by the two-year coronavirus pandemic, after more than 60,000 deaths and extended lockdowns sent the economy to its worst recession since World War II and worsened poverty, unemployment and hunger. As the pandemic was easing early this year, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sent global inflation soaring and sparked fears of food shortages.
Last week, Marcos Jr. announced he would serve as secretary of agriculture temporarily after he takes office to prepare for possible food supply emergencies.
He also inherits decades-old Muslim and communist insurgencies, crime, gaping inequality and political divisions inflamed by his election.
Congress last month proclaimed his landslide victory, as well as that of his running mate Sara Duterte, the daughter of the outgoing president, in the vice-presidential race.
“I ask you all pray for me, wish me well. I want to do well because when the president does well, the country does well,” he said after his congressional proclamation.
Marcos Jr. received more than 31 million votes and Sara Duterte more than 32 million of the more than 55 million votes cast in the May 9 election — massive victories that will provide them robust political capital as they face tremendous challenges as well as doubts arising from their fathers’ reputations. It was the first majority presidential victory in the Philippines in decades.
Outgoing President Duterte presided over a brutal anti-drugs campaign that left thousands of mostly poor suspects dead in an unprecedented scale of killings the International Criminal Court was investigating as a possible crime against humanity. The probe was suspended in November, but the ICC chief prosecutor has asked that it be resumed immediately.
Marcos Jr. and Sara Duterte have faced calls to help prosecute her father and cooperate with the international court.
Marcos Jr., a former governor, congressman and senator, has refused to acknowledge massive human rights abuses and corruption that marked his father’s reputation.
During the campaign, he and Sara Duterte avoided controversial issues and focused on a vague call for national unity.
His father was toppled by a largely peaceful pro-democracy uprising in 1986, and died in 1989 while in exile in Hawaii without admitting any wrongdoing, including accusations that he, his family and cronies amassed an estimated $5 billion to $10 billion while in office.
A Hawaii court later found him liable for human rights violations and awarded $2 billion to more than 9,000 Filipinos who filed a lawsuit against him for torture, incarceration, extrajudicial killings and disappearances.
Imelda Marcos and her children were allowed to return to the Philippines in 1991 to engineer a stunning reversal of their political fortunes, helped by a well-funded social media campaign to refurbish the family name. Imelda, the 92-year-old family matriarch, sat in at the inauguration in a traditional light-blue Filipiniana dress, kissed her son and posed for pictures on the stage.
Marcos Jr.’s alliance with Sara Duterte, whose father remains popular despite his human rights record, and a powerful name of one of the country’s most well-known political dynasties, helped him capture the presidency. Many Filipinos too remained poor and grew disenchanted with post-Marcos administrations, Manila-based analyst Richard Heydarian said.
“These allowed the Marcoses to present themselves as the alternative,” Heydarian said. “An unregulated social media landscape allowed their disinformation network to rebrand the dark days of martial law as supposedly the golden age of the Philippines.”
Along metropolitan Manila’s main avenue, democracy shrines and monuments erected after Marcos’ 1986 downfall stand prominently. The anniversary of his ouster is celebrated each year as a special national holiday, and a presidential commission that has worked for decades to recover ill-gotten wealth of the Marcoses still exists.
Marcos Jr. has not explained how he will deal with such stark reminders of the past.
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Associated Press journalists Joeal Calupitan, Aaron Favila and Iya Forbes in Manila, Philippines, and Kiko Rosario in Bangkok contributed to this report.
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LOS ANGELES, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz continues its investigation of GoodRx Holdings, Inc. ("GoodRx" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: GDRX) on behalf of investors concerning the Company's possible violations of federal securities laws.
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On May 9, 2022, after the market closed, GoodRx announced its first quarter 2022 financial results and withdrew its fiscal 2022 guidance. In its shareholder letter, the Company stated that "a grocery chain had taken actions that impacted acceptance of discounts from most PBMs for a subset of drugs." The Company expects "the grocer issue . . . could have an estimated revenue impact of roughly $30 million [and] will be ongoing without amelioration through Q2." As a result, GoodRx "believe[s] it is unlikely [it] will be able to achieve the FY 2022 guidance" previously provided.
On this news, GoodRx's stock fell $2.78, or 25.9%, to close at $7.97 on May 10, 2022, thereby injuring investors.
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NEW HAVEN, Conn. and NEW YORK, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Yale School of Nursing today announced plans to launch its first fully online master's degree programs in collaboration with Noodle, the country's fastest-growing online learning network. The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program will begin enrolling students in Summer 2023 followed by the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program in Fall 2024. The programs are part-time and designed for registered nurses.
"With 100 years of experience and excellence behind us, Yale School of Nursing is thrilled to launch our first fully online MSN program in an area that the world desperately needs," said Yale School of Nursing Dean Ann Kurth, PhD, CNM, MPH, FAAN, FACNM. "By taking the next and necessary step of creating an online PMHNP degree program, we are answering this call, filling a gap in psychiatric care while meeting our students where they live and work, allowing them to continue to serve their local communities. We are committed to excellence, equity, and access, and this program helps advance our mission of better health for all people, no matter where they are."
The PMHNP program prepares students for advanced practice in a variety of settings. Students will be prepared to care for individuals across the lifespan with psychiatric needs ranging from health promotion and risk reduction to complex and persistent mental illness. The application of classic theories, research evidence, and a holistic bio-psycho-social-spiritual-cultural approach provides a comprehensive framework for developing knowledge and skills for clinical management. Courses and clinical experiences in the curriculum meet psychiatric-mental health population competencies required by the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF). The PMHNP program meets the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's (AACN) Essentials of Master's Education in Nursing.
The FNP specialty emphasizes the primary care of newborns, infants, children, adolescents, adults, pregnant and postpartum women, and older adults within the context of family-centered care. FNPs are equipped to provide comprehensive care to all individuals in the primary care setting. Upon graduation, eligible FNP students can sit for board certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) certifying boards.
"We are honored that Yale School of Nursing had the confidence in Noodle to launch their first online master's degree program with us," said Lee Bradshaw, Noodle's Chief Strategy Officer. "Due to the tremendous demand for advanced practice nurses, especially psychiatric and family nurse practitioners, we are confident that bringing Yale's top-ranked master of science in nursing programs online will offer a huge opportunity for both students looking to pursue this career and the many individuals they will help."
Founded in 1923 with funding through the Rockefeller Foundation, Yale School of Nursing was the first school within a university to prepare nurses under an educational program rather than an apprenticeship. The ultimate mission of YSN is better health for all people. YSN accomplishes this by educating each generation of nurse leaders, scholars, and practitioners; transforming healthcare practice; and advancing science. YSN students have access to Yale's world-renowned online library holdings and state of the art instructional technology and online simulation resources.
Noodle is a certified B Corp that creates excellent online and agile programs that elevate campus-wide teaching and technology. Since January 2019, Noodle has launched as many online programs with elite U.S. universities as have all of its competitors combined. Its network of universities, higher education leaders, providers, and students fuels innovation and efficiency in learning design, marketing, recruitment, technology, student and faculty support, and clinical placement. Follow Noodle on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department is preparing to compensate victims of mysterious brain injuries colloquially known as “Havana Syndrome” with six-figure payments, according to officials and a congressional aide.
Current and former State Department staff and their families who suffered from “qualifying injuries” since cases were first reported among U.S. embassy personnel in Cuba in 2016 will receive payments of between roughly $100,000 and $200,000 each, the officials and aide said.
Specific amounts will be determined to by the extent and severity of the victims’ injuries, which have included brain damage not limited to vertigo, cognitive damage, eyesight and hearing problems, according to the officials and aides.
The payments will apply only to victims employed by the State Department and their dependents. Other victims will have any compensation handled by the federal agency that employed them. About 20% of the total number of victims are or were employed by the State Department. Almost all the others were employed by the CIA or the Department of Defense, which have their own medical policies.
The officials and aide spoke on condition of anonymity ahead of the expected publication next week of the State Department’s plan to compensate victims under the terms of the HAVANA Act, which President Joe Biden signed into law last year.
That draft rule is expected to be published early next week and will not become final until after a 30-day period in which public comment will be solicited. The State Department, along with the Office of Management and Budget and the Office of Personnel Management, will consider the comments before enacting a final rule.
The State Department declined Thursday to discuss the amounts of the proposed payments but noted that the HAVANA Act authorizes it “to provide payments to personnel for certain qualifying injuries to the brain” and requires it to publish its plans for implementing such relief, which it said would happen “soon.”
Despite nearly six years of investigation, scientists, physicians and government officials have been unable to determine the cause of the injuries, which some have speculated are the result of microwave or other types of attack from a foreign power. Russia is most often accused of being behind the alleged attacks, although there has been no evidence to back up such claims.
The mysterious injuries first began to be reported among U.S. embassy staff in Havana, Cuba, in late 2016 and have since spread to nearly 70 countries on all continents except Antarctica. The number of reports has tapered off dramatically since the beginning of this year. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/state-dept-to-pay-6-figure-sums-to-havana-syndrome-victims/ | 2022-06-24T15:06:08Z |
Certified Marine Insurance Professional designation training October 26 - 27
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Institute for Marine Insurance Studies (IIMIS) will present the Certified Marine Insurance Professional (CMIP) seminar on Insuring Marine Employees at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina October 26 -27.
CMIP provides the most current practical training and designation in Marine and Longshore Insurance for marine professionals. The training will feature keynote speakers from Core Specialty Insurance Holdings and LIG Marine Managers and include such topics as:
- Longshore Situs and Status
- Comparison of Waterfront Jurisdictions
- Protection and Indemnity
- Maritime Employers Liability
- Navigating Longshore Beyond the Basics
"The CMIP certification sets you apart as having an informed, professional level of knowledge and expertise in commercial marine and longshore insurance," said IIMIS Education Director Karen Tischler, CMIP. Official certification provides the added edge needed in today's marine marketplace. Each seminar can provide 16 CE credits in most states."
Tischler continued, "To earn your designation as a Certified Marine Insurance Professional, participants must attend each of the four CMIP seminars, which include Insuring Vessel Owners & Operators, Insuring Waterfront Business, Insuring Marine Employees, and Recreational Marine Insurance. We are very excited to be back out there and teaching live seminars again! We cannot wait to see all of you in sunny San Diego."
This designation & continuing education training is designed for agents, brokers, CSRs, insurance company personnel and professionals who want to expand their knowledge of marine insurance.
Attending CMIP seminars now qualifies participants to satisfy or update requirements for dues-paid CICs, CRMs, CPRMs and CISRs.
For more information about the CMIP 2022 Seminar, visit www.iimis.org/Home/About and www.iimis.org/Seminars/#Employees.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver was likely spared even stronger sanctioning by the NBA for his racist, misogynistic and hostile words and actions because of one key conclusion by investigators, Commissioner Adam Silver said Wednesday.
The law firm that spent nearly a year digging into the situation determined Sarver’s use of slurs “was not motivated by racial animus.”
Had that not been the case, Silver indicated, Sarver’s punishment — a one-year suspension and $10 million fine — would have been far more severe.
“It was relevant,” Silver said after the league’s Board of Governors meetings concluded. “I think if they had made findings that, in fact, his conduct was motivated by racial animus, absolutely that would have had an impact on on the ultimate outcome here. But that’s not what they found.”
And that, to Silver, is one of the key distinctions between the Sarver case and the one surrounding then-Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling in 2014, when he was banned for life and fined $2.5 million for racist comments.
Some players, Silver said, have reached out to him to voice concerns. Silver said he would keep the details of those conversations private.
But LeBron James — obviously, one of the league’s most prominent player voices ever — took his concerns public Wednesday night, tweeting that the NBA did not go far enough with Sarver.
“I gotta be honest…Our league definitely got this wrong,” James tweeted to his 52 million followers. “I don’t need to explain why. Y’all read the stories and decide for yourself. I said it before and I’m gonna say it again, there is no place in this league for that kind of behavior.
“I love this league and I deeply respect our leadership. But this isn’t right. There is no place for misogyny, sexism, and racism in any work place. Don’t matter if you own the team or play for the team. We hold our league up as an example of our values and this aint it,” he wrote.
The NBA had the option of giving Sarver a longer ban than the one-year suspension. The $10 million fine was the maximum allowable, as was the case with Sterling’s $2.5 million fine eight years ago; NBA rules on maximum fines were changed in 2019.
Another reason Silver, who was the ultimate decider of the penalty in this case, stopped short of suspending Sarver for longer or even banning him: He said he took into account a number of anonymous details that could not be revealed in the investigative report that was published Tuesday, along with other elements of Sarver’s actions in his 18 years owning the Suns and the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury.
“There were these terrible things,” Silver said. “There are also many, many people with very positive things to say about him through this process. And ultimately, I took all of that into account in making the decision that the one-year suspension plus the fine was appropriate.”
A 10-month investigation into Sarver’s behavior confirmed he had used racist language, made sexually inappropriate comments, left some employees — male and female — feeling uncomfortable with his words and actions, and took part in what would be considered workplace bullying.
“Indefensible is not strong enough,” Silver said.
But the league did not have discussions about removing Sarver as owner during the Board of Governors meetings. Silver permanently banned Sterling after tapes of him making racist comments were leaked to TMZ in a move that started the process of Sterling being forced to sell the franchise.
“This case is very different,” Silver said. “It’s not that one was captured on tape and the other isn’t. … Mr. Sarver ultimately acknowledged his behavior.”
Sarver did, and issued an apology Tuesday, though noted he did not agree with all of the report’s findings.
Silver was asked about how most employees of any company would likely face firings if they were to use racial slurs or partake in lewd actions or comments in the way that the investigation showed that Sarver did.
“It’s hard to make those comparisons to somebody who commits an inappropriate act in the workplace in somewhat of an anonymous fashion versus what is a huge public issue now around this person,” Silver said. “There’s no neat answer here, other than the rights that come with owning an NBA team, how that is set up within our Constitution. What it would take to remove that team from his control is a very involved process, and it’s different than holding a job. It just is. When you actually own a team, it’s just a very different proposition.”
A difference between the Sterling and Sarver cases is this: Sarver cooperated with the league’s investigation and Sterling, in many ways, did not. Sterling wound up suing the NBA for $1 billion in federal court after his lifetime ban was announced, saying his constitutional rights were violated.
The report said Sarver “repeated or purported to repeat the N-word on at least five occasions spanning his tenure with the Suns.”
“However, the investigation does not find that Sarver’s conduct in any of these instances was motivated by racial animus,” the report read, adding that investigators made “no finding that Sarver used this racially insensitive language with the intent to demean or denigrate.”
The Sterling investigation — from when the audio tapes of him making racist remarks to a girlfriend were released, to Silver’s announcement of the lifetime ban — took three days. The Sarver probe took 100 times longer, involved more than 320 interviews and the review of more than 80,000 documents and other materials.
Both investigations were handled by the same New York-based firm of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen and Katz. Attorney David Anders led both probes.
Sarver will be welcomed back in 2023, though Silver made clear that his words and actions going forward will be highly scrutinized.
“I don’t have the right to take away his team,” Silver said. “I don’t want to rest on that legal point because of course there could be a process to take away someone’s team in this league. It’s very involved, and I ultimately made the decision that it didn’t rise to that level. But to me, the consequences are severe here on Mr. Sarver.”
Sarver’s punishment is also similar to others levied in past high-profile examples of wrongdoing, either words, actions or both.
In 1993, then-Cincinnati Reds owner Marge Schott was fined $25,000 and suspended one year for making “racially and ethnically offensive remarks.” And last year, the NFL fined the Washington Commanders $10 million, plus investigative fees, after a probe found the team’s workplace environment for women was, in the words of Commissioner Roger Goodell, “highly unprofessional” — but stopped short of suspending owner Daniel Snyder.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Feeney, former president and CEO of Safelite and current Executive Chairman of Belron North America, today announced that he is fully retiring effective June 30.
In announcing his retirement, Tom shared that he is looking forward to spending time with his wife, Debra, and family and will continue his commitment to philanthropic service, and his mentorship of young leaders.
"Tom has been an extraordinary leader in Safelite and Belron, said Gary Lubner, CEO of Belron. He turned Safelite into a People Powered, Customer Driven business with a people-first philosophy that continues today. In addition to his leadership contributions, Tom's enthusiasm, camaraderie, focus on performance and love for the generations of Safelite associates have made him one of the great U.S. corporate leaders."
Feeney spent the last 35 years at Safelite. During his 14-year tenure as president and CEO, he was responsible for the significant growth of the business and a threefold increase in the number of associates. He set the company's vision for Safelite to be the greatest, most trusted and admired service brand.
Renee Cacchillo, who was named Feeney's successor as president and CEO of Safelite on December 6, 2021, commented that Tom's leadership was the catalyst for taking the business to where it is today. "On a personal note, I want to thank Tom for his passionate leadership influence and am very grateful to have personally been inspired by him. I know I speak on behalf of all Safelite associates in congratulating Tom on his milestone achievements over the past several decades and in wishing him all the best the future holds."
In recognition of his long-term service and contributions to the company, Feeney has been named Chairman Emeritus — Safelite.
About Safelite
Safelite is a multi-faceted vehicle glass and claims management service organization based in Columbus, Ohio, and operating company-owned facilities in 50 states. The company, which has been in business since 1947, is comprised of two major business operations: Safelite AutoGlass®, a vehicle glass repair, replacement and recalibration services provider and Safelite® Solutions, which offers fleet and insurance claims management services for vehicle glass and other claims. The company employs nearly 16,000 people throughout the United States. Safelite is a subsidiary of Belron®. Safelite AutoGlass is the largest vehicle glass repair, replacement and recalibration company under one brand in the world.
About Belron:
Operating in 37 countries across 6 continents through wholly-owned and franchise operations, Belron is home to around 29,000 employees who served 16 million customers in 2021. Belron is the world's leading vehicle glass repair and replacement group. Our market-leading brands include Carglass®, Safelite AutoGlass®, Autoglass® , Lebeau®, O'Brien®, Smith&Smith® and Speedy Glass®.
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New CEO David Lafitte will lead next chapter for the western brand
AUSTIN, Texas, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tecovas, an Austin-based western footwear, apparel, and accessories brand, announced today that David Lafitte is joining the company as its Chief Executive Officer starting June 27. Lafitte currently serves as Chief Operating Officer at Deckers Brands, where he has led all global operations for its $3 billion portfolio of brands for the past seven years, including UGG, HOKA, Teva, and Sanuk.
Lafitte joins the company after Tecovas achieved more than 70 percent growth in 2021 and anticipates over 40 percent growth in 2022. The brand is expected to achieve more than $200 million in gross sales in 2022 and open approximately 15 stores in the next 18 months, and Lafitte is the most recent hire in a string of new executive leadership team members who have been hired to execute the brand's growth vision over the coming years.
Paul Hedrick, who founded Tecovas in 2015 and has served as its CEO since then, has led the executive transformation at the company in recent months and will step into a full-time Executive Chairman role once Lafitte joins the team. In his new position, Hedrick will remain actively involved in guiding Tecovas' strategic direction and long-term vision, ensuring the brand stays true to its mission to create the highest quality products while leading the next generation of modern consumers into the evolution of western style.
"I'm incredibly excited to have David and our other new executives on board as we seek to expand our brand nationally over the coming years," said Hedrick. "Tecovas has grown from an idea into a nine-figure brand in under seven years – yet I've never been more bullish on our growth ahead. Our scale gives us the opportunity to invest in hiring so we can expand our retail footprint, expand product categories, and buy more inventory. With David's wealth of leadership experience, I'll be able to focus my time on the areas of the business where I can have the most meaningful impact – merchandising, design, crafting memorable Tecovas experiences, and building the Tecovas brand."
In addition to Lafitte, Tecovas has added four new executives to its leadership team in 2022. Gillian Kennedy joined the brand as Chief Marketing Officer from marketing roles at On Running and Tillamook Cheese; Paul Choi is Tecovas' new Chief Product Officer following recent leadership positions at Orvis and Ralph Lauren; former ALDO executive Nathan Cray has started as Chief Supply Chain Officer; and Kim Heidt is in the newly created role of Senior Vice President of Retail after serving as Head of Global Retail at Deckers.
"Tecovas is an exciting young brand with an enormous amount of potential and opportunity, and I do not see that slowing down," said Lafitte. "Thanks to the great foundation that Paul has laid, I'm looking forward to collaborating with him and the rest of the leadership team on further establishing the next great American footwear and apparel brand."
As Chief Operating Officer for Deckers, Lafitte sat on the executive leadership team since 2015; he previously served as the company's general counsel. During his tenure with the company, Lafitte developed a world-class supply chain organization, which helped Deckers grow revenues from $1.9 billion to over $3 billion and improve operating margins from 8.6 percent to 17.9 percent. Prior to Deckers, Lafitte was a shareholder with the law firm Stradling, Yocca, Carlson & Rauth, P.C., where he was a member of the firm's board of directors and executive committee. He received a J.D. from Tulane University and a bachelor's degree from University of Colorado.
About Tecovas
Tecovas is an Austin, Texas-based direct-to-consumer brand bringing the spirit of the west to a modern consumer. Handcrafting the best western footwear, apparel, and accessories, Tecovas has grown rapidly since its founding as the first digitally native western brand in 2015, serving customers through www.Tecovas.com and 20 Tecovas stores across the country. Follow the Tecovas journey at @Tecovas.
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KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a major buildup of his country’s military forces Thursday in an apparent effort to replenish troops that have suffered heavy losses in six months of bloody warfare and prepare for a long, grinding fight ahead in Ukraine.
The move to increase the number of troops by 137,000, or 13%, to 1.15 million by the end of the year came amid chilling developments on the ground in Ukraine:
— Fueling fears of a nuclear catastrophe, the Zaporizhzhia power plant in the middle of the fighting in southern Ukraine was cut off from the electrical grid after fires damaged the last working transmission line, according to Ukrainian authorities. The incident caused a blackout across the region. The plant was later reconnected to the grid, a local Russian-installed official said.
— The death toll from a Russian rocket attack on a train station and the surrounding area on Ukraine’s Independence Day climbed to 25, Ukrainian authorities said. Russia said it targeted a military train and claimed to have killed more than 200 Ukrainian reservists in the attack Wednesday.
Putin’s decree did not specify whether the expansion would be accomplished by widening the draft, recruiting more volunteers, or both. But some Russian military analysts predicted heavier reliance on volunteers because of the Kremlin’s concerns about a potential domestic backlash from an expanded draft.
The move will boost Russia’s armed forces overall to 2.04 million, including the 1.15 million troops.
Western estimates of Russian dead in the Ukraine war have ranged from more than 15,000 to over 20,000 — more than the Soviet Union lost during its 10-year war in Afghanistan. The Pentagon said last week that as many as 80,000 Russian troops have been killed or wounded, eroding Moscow’s ability to conduct big offensives.
The Kremlin has said that only volunteer contract soldiers take part in the Ukraine war. But it may be difficult to find more willing soldiers, and military analysts said the planned troop levels may still be insufficient to sustain operations.
Retired Russian Col. Retired Viktor Murakhovsky said in comments carried by the Moscow-based RBC online news outlet that the Kremlin will probably try to keep relying on volunteers, and he predicted that will account for the bulk of the increase.
Another Russian military expert, Alexei Leonkov, noted that training on complex modern weapons normally takes three years. And draftees serve only one year.
“A draft won’t help that, so there will be no increase in the number of draftees,” the state RIA Novosti news agency quoted Leonkov as saying.
Fears of a Chernobyl-like disaster have been mounting in Ukraine because of fighting around the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant. Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of shelling the site.
It was not immediately clear whether the damaged line in Thursday’s incident carried outgoing electricity or incoming power to operate the plant, including the vital cooling system for the reactors. Ukrainian authorities said a backup power line using electricity from another, non-nuclear plant remained connected and was in use.
Zaporizhzhia’s Russian-installed regional governor, Yevgeny Balitsky, claimed that a Ukrainian attack caused the fire that damaged the transmission lines. Ukraine’s nuclear energy agency, Energoatom, blamed “actions of the invaders.”
While the incident apparently didn’t affect the reactors’ cooling systems — whose loss could lead to a meltdown — it stoked fears of disaster.
“The situation is extremely dangerous,” Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said. “I’m receiving reports that there are fires in the forest near the power plant. We still have to examine this issue more.”
Elsewhere on the battle front, the deadly strike on the train station in Chaplyne, a town of about 3,500 in the central Dnipropetrovsk region, came as Ukraine was bracing for attacks tied to the national holiday and the war’s six-month mark, both of which fell on Wednesday.
The deputy head of the Ukrainian presidential office, Kyrylo Tymoshenko, did not say whether all of the 25 people killed were civilians. If they were, it would amount to one of the deadliest attacks on civilians in weeks. Thirty-one people were reported wounded.
Witnesses said some of the victims, including at least one child, burned to death in train cars or passing automobiles.
“Everything sank into dust,” said Olena Budnyk, a 65-year-old Chaplyne resident. “There was a dust storm. We couldn’t see anything. We didn’t know where to run.”
The dead included an 11-year-old boy found under the rubble of a house and a 6-year-old killed in a car fire near the train station, authorities said.
Russia’s Defense Ministry said its forces used an Iskander missile to strike a military train carrying Ukrainian troops and equipment to the front line in eastern Ukraine. The ministry claimed more than 200 reservists “were destroyed on their way to the combat zone.”
The attack served as a painful reminder of Russia’s continued ability to inflict large-scale suffering. Wednesday’s national holiday celebrated Ukraine’s 1991 declaration of independence from the Soviet Union.
Tetyana Kvitnytska, deputy head of the Dnipropetrovsk regional health department, said those hurt in the train station attack suffered head injuries, broken limbs, burns and shrapnel wounds.
Following attacks in which civilians have died, the Russian government has repeatedly claimed that its forces aim only at legitimate military targets. Hours before the bloodshed at the train station, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu insisted the military was doing its best to spare civilians, even at the cost of slowing down its offensive in Ukraine.
In April, a Russian missile attack on a train station in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk killed more than 50 people as crowds of mostly women and children sought to flee the fighting. The attack was denounced as a war crime.
In Moscow on Thursday, Dmitry Medvedev, the secretary of Russia’s Security Council, said Western hopes for a Ukrainian victory are futile and emphasized that the Kremlin will press home what it calls the “special military operation,” leaving just two possible outcomes.
“One is reaching all goals of the special military operation and Kyiv’s recognition of this outcome,” Medvedev said on his messaging app channel. “The second is a military coup in Ukraine followed by the recognition of results of the special operation.”
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VANCOUVER, BC, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Taseko Mines Limited (TSX: TKO) (NYSE American: TGB) (LSE: TKO) ("Taseko" or the "Company") reports Adjusted EBITDA* of $38 million for the first quarter 2022, a 61% increase over the same period 2021. Earnings from mining operations before depletion* was $43 million and Cash flows provided by operations was $52 million for the quarter. Adjusted net income* was $6 million, or $0.02 per share.
Stuart McDonald, President and CEO of Taseko, stated, "Copper markets continue to be robust and Taseko's realized copper price of US$4.59 per pound and sales volumes of 27 million pounds drove strong financial results in the first quarter. Production of 21 million pounds of copper and 236 thousand pounds of molybdenum was on plan, as development of the upper benches of the Gibraltar pit progressed. The Gibraltar pit will be the primary source of ore for the remainder of this year and grade and continuity of mineralization are expected to gradually improve as mining advances to deeper benches. Softer ore in the Gibraltar pit is allowing for increased milling rates, in line with our expectations and historical performance. Mill throughput averaged over 87,000 tons per day in March, and 90,000 tons per day in April, well above name plate capacity. We continue to expect 2022 copper production of 115 million pounds (+/-5%), with production weighted to the back half of the year."
Mr. McDonald added, "We are seeing some inflationary pressures on certain input costs, most notably higher diesel prices, which contributed to an overall 9% (or $7 million) increase in total site costs* at Gibraltar this quarter. Operating margins are expected to improve as copper production increases over the remainder of the year."
"In March, we announced a new 40% larger mineral reserve for Gibraltar, extending the mine from 16 to 23 years. The new reserve has the same average grade as the previous, but with a slightly higher strip ratio in the latter half of the mine life. The increase in reserves was a result of updating pit designs using a copper price of US$3.05 per pound (previously US$2.75 per pound), which is still conservative but more in line with the current long-term consensus price of US$3.50 per pound. The after-tax NPV8 of Gibraltar at the long-term consensus price is now $1.1 billion for Taseko's 75% share of the mine," continued Mr. McDonald.
"At Florence Copper, we are still waiting for the draft Underground Injection Control ("UIC") permit to be issued by the US Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA"), which will initiate the 45-day public comment period. This process is taking longer than expected, but we are in regular contact with the EPA who continue to confirm that the process is advancing towards the issuance of the draft UIC permit shortly. During the first quarter, we spent a further $25 million on procurement of long-lead time items and other pre-construction work. We are well positioned to move into the construction of the commercial production facility upon receipt of the final permit," concluded Mr. McDonald.
First Quarter Review
- First quarter earnings from mining operations before depletion and amortization* was $42.8 million, Adjusted EBITDA* was $38.1 million and cash flow from operations was $51.8 million;
- Gibraltar sold 27.4 million pounds of copper in the quarter (100% basis) at record average realized copper prices of US$4.59 per pound in the quarter resulting in $118.3 million of revenue for Taseko;
- The Gibraltar mine produced 21.4 million pounds of copper and 236 thousand pounds of molybdenum in the first quarter. Copper head grades were 0.19% and copper recoveries were 80.2%;
- Total site costs* increased by 9% in the quarter primarily due to the impact of higher diesel costs;
- Adjusted net income* was $6.2 million ($0.02 per share) and GAAP Net income was $5.1 million ($0.02 per share) and were reduced by a $2.3 million realized derivative loss ($0.01 per share) related to copper options that expired in the quarter;
- The Company has approximately $273 million of available liquidity at March 31, 2022, including a cash balance of $213 million and its undrawn US$50 million revolving credit facility;
- Development costs incurred for Florence Copper were $25.2 million in the quarter and included further payments for major processing equipment for the SX/EW plant, other pre-construction activities and ongoing site costs;
- The Company now has copper collar contracts in place that secure a minimum copper price of US$4.00 per pound for more than 90% of its attributable production in 2022;
- The EPA continues to advance their review process and is expected to publicly issue the draft Underground Injection Control permit shortly, and then a public comment period will commence; and
- In March 2022, the Company announced a new 706 million ton proven and probable sulphide reserve for the Gibraltar mine, a 40% increase as of December 31, 2021. The new reserve estimate allows for a significant extension of the mine life to 23 years with total recoverable metal of 3.0 billion pounds of copper and 53 million pounds of molybdenum.
HIGHLIGHTS
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS
Gibraltar mine (75% Owned)
First Quarter Review
Copper production in the first quarter was 21.4 million pounds and was impacted by lower grades and recoveries from ore mined in the upper benches of the Gibraltar pit. Ore quality is expected to improve for the remainder of the year as mining progresses deeper into the Gibraltar pit.
A total of 20.3 million tons were mined in the first quarter with the decrease from 2021 rates due to longer haul distances in the current phase of mining. Heavy snowfall coupled with extremely cold temperatures also impacted mine equipment and mill availabilities in January. Mill throughput improved throughout the quarter exceeding name plate capacity (85,000 tpd) by 3% in March due to the softer nature of Gibraltar ore.
The strip ratio increased over the prior quarter due to the higher initial stripping rates of the Gibraltar pit. Gibraltar ore will make up the balance of ore for the rest of 2022 as mining in the current phase of Pollyanna will be completed in the second quarter. Ore stockpiles also decreased by 1.4 million tons in the first quarter in accordance with the mine plan.
Total site costs* at Gibraltar of $75.0 million (which includes capitalized stripping of $15.1 million) for Taseko's 75% share was $6.4 million higher than the same quarter last year due primarily to higher diesel prices which were 46% higher than 2021, rising steel prices in grinding media as well as increases in other mining costs.
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Molybdenum production was 236 thousand pounds in the first quarter with lower grades associated with the Gibraltar ore. At an average molybdenum price of US$19.08 per pound, molybdenum generated a by-product credit per pound of copper produced of US$0.18 in the first quarter.
The Company realized 27.4 million pounds of copper sales in the first quarter which was 6.0 million pounds higher than copper production of 21.4 million pounds. Major disruption to the highway and rail infrastructure in southwest British Columbia from severe rainstorms and flooding in November 2021 prevented significant production from being delivered to the port for shipping last quarter. Finished inventory was 4.0 million pounds at the end of March in line with historical average levels.
Off-property costs per pound produced* were US$0.36 for the first quarter which is higher than normal as it includes the off-property costs related to the additional 6.0 million pounds of excess inventory sold in the period.
Total operating costs per pound produced (C1)* were US$3.13 for the quarter and were US$0.90 per pound higher than the first quarter last year as shown in the graph below:
Of the US$0.90 variance in C1 costs in the first quarter of 2022 compared to the prior year quarter, US$0.30 was due to less mining costs being capitalized, US$0.23 was due to decreased copper production and higher offsite costs which are a result of high sales volumes (i.e. not variable with production volumes), US$0.21 was due to increased prices for diesel and other inputs, US$0.10 was due to lower molybdenum production, and US$0.06 was due to other site operating costs increases.
GIBRALTAR OUTLOOK
Gibraltar is expected to produce 115 million pounds (+/- 5%) of copper in 2022 on a 100% basis, with production weighted to the back half of the year and with the first quarter being the lowest production quarter.
Strong metal prices and US dollar combined with our copper hedge protection should continue to provide tailwinds for strong financial performance and operating margins at the Gibraltar mine over the coming year. Copper prices in the first quarter averaged US$4.53 per pound and are currently around US$4.30 per pound. Molybdenum prices are currently US$19.22 per pound, 20% higher than the average price in 2021.
GIBRALTAR OUTLOOK - CONTINUED
The Company has a long track record of purchasing copper price options to manage copper price volatility. This strategy provides security over the Company's cash flow as it prepares for construction of Florence Copper while continuing to provide significant copper price upside should copper prices continue at current levels or increase further. In particular, the Company currently has copper collar contracts in place that secure a minimum copper price of US$4.00 per pound for more than 90% of its attributable production for the remainder of 2022.
In March 2022, the Company announced a new 706 million ton proven and probable sulphide reserve for the Gibraltar mine, a 40% increase as of December 31, 2021. The new reserve estimate allows for a significant extension of the mine life to 23 years with total recoverable metal of 3.0 billion pounds of copper and 53 million pounds of molybdenum.
Highlights from the new reserve:
- 706 million tons grading 0.25% copper;
- Recoverable copper of 3.0 billion pounds and 53 million pounds of molybdenum;
- 23 year mine life with average annual production of approximately 129 million pounds of copper and 2.3 million pounds of molybdenum;
- Life-of-mine average strip ratio of 2.4:1; and
- After-tax NPV of $1.1 billion (75% basis) and free cash flow of $2.3 billion (75% basis) at a long-term copper price of US$3.50 per pound1.
1 The NPV and cash flow is based on copper prices of $4.25 (2022), $3.90 (2023) and US$3.50 per pound long-term, and a molybdenum price of US$18 (2022), US$15 (2023) and US$13 per pound long-term, a foreign exchange rate of 1.3:1 (C$:US$), and a discount rate of 8%.
FLORENCE COPPER
The commercial production facility at Florence Copper will be one of the greenest sources of copper for US domestic consumption, with carbon emissions, water and energy consumption all dramatically lower than a conventional mine. It is a low-cost copper project with an annual production capacity of 85 million pounds of copper over a 21-year mine life. With the expected C1* operating cost of US$1.10 per pound, Florence Copper will be in the lowest quartile of the global copper cost curve and will have one of the smallest environmental footprints of any copper mine in the world.
The Company has successfully operated a Production Test Facility ("PTF") since 2018 at Florence to demonstrate that the in-situ copper recovery ("ISCR") process can produce high quality cathode while operating within permit conditions.
The next phase of Florence Copper will be the construction and operation of the commercial ISCR facility with an estimated capital cost of US$230 million (including reclamation bonding and working capital) based on the Company's published 2017 NI 43-101 technical report. At a conservative copper price of US$3.00 per pound, Florence Copper is expected to generate an after-tax internal rate of return of 37%, an after-tax net present value of US$680 million at a 7.5% discount rate, and an after-tax payback period of 2.5 years.
In December 2020, the Company received the Aquifer Protection Permit ("APP") from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality ("ADEQ"). During the APP process, Florence Copper received strong support from local community members, business owners and elected officials. The other required permit is the Underground Injection Control permit ("UIC") from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA"), which is the final permitting step required prior to construction of the commercial ISCR facility. On November 22, 2021, the EPA
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provided the Company with an initial draft of the UIC permit. Taseko's project technical team completed its review of the draft UIC permit in early December 2021 and no significant issues were identified. The EPA continues to advance their review process and is expected to publicly issue the draft UIC permit shortly, and then a 45-day public comment period will commence.
Detailed engineering and design for the commercial production facility was completed in 2021 and procurement activities are well advanced with the Company making initial deposits and awarding the key contract for the major processing equipment associated with the SX/EW plant. The Company incurred $25.2 million of costs for Florence in the first quarter of 2022 including for the commercial facility activities and also had outstanding purchase commitments of $27.9 million as at March 31, 2022. Deploying this strategic capital and awarding key contracts will assist with protecting the project execution plan, mitigating inflation risk and the potential impact of supply chain disruptions and ensure a smooth transition into construction once the final UIC permit is received.
At current copper prices, the Company expects to be able to fund construction of the commercial facility from its existing sources of liquidity and cashflows from Gibraltar.
LONG-TERM GROWTH STRATEGY
Taseko's strategy has been to grow the Company by acquiring and developing a pipeline of complementary projects focused on copper in stable mining jurisdictions. We continue to believe this will generate long-term returns for shareholders. Our other development projects are located in British Columbia.
Yellowhead Copper Project
Yellowhead Mining Inc. ("Yellowhead") has an 817 million tonnes reserve and a 25-year mine life with a pre-tax net present value of $1.3 billion at an 8% discount rate using a US$3.10 per pound copper price based on the Company's 2020 NI 43-101 technical report. Capital costs of the project are estimated at $1.3 billion over a 2-year construction period. Over the first 5 years of operation, the copper equivalent grade will average 0.35% producing an average of 200 million pounds of copper per year at an average C1* cost, net of by-product credit, of US$1.67 per pound of copper. The Yellowhead copper project contains valuable precious metal by-products with 440,000 ounces of gold and 19 million ounces of silver with a life of mine value of over $1 billion at current prices.
The Company is focusing its current efforts on advancing into the environmental assessment process and is undertaking some additional engineering work in conjunction with ongoing engagement with local communities including First Nations. The Company is also collecting baseline data and modeling which will be used to support the environmental assessment and permitting of the project.
New Prosperity Gold-Copper Project
In December 2019, the Tŝilhqot'in Nation, as represented by the Tŝilhqot'in National Government, and Taseko entered into a confidential dialogue, with the involvement of the Province of British Columbia, to try to obtain a long-term resolution to the conflict regarding Taseko's proposed gold-copper mine currently known as New Prosperity, acknowledging Taseko's commercial interests and the Tŝilhqot'in Nation's opposition to the project.
The dialogue was supported by the parties' agreement on December 7, 2019 to a one-year standstill on certain outstanding litigation and regulatory matters that relate to Taseko's tenures and the area in the vicinity of Teẑtan Biny (Fish Lake). The standstill was extended on December 4, 2020, to continue what was a constructive
LONG-TERM GROWTH STRATEGY - CONTINUED
dialogue that had been delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The dialogue is not complete but it remains constructive, and in December 2021, the parties agreed to extend the standstill for a further year so that they and the Province of British Columbia can continue to pursue a long-term and mutually acceptable resolution of the conflict.
Aley Niobium Project
Environmental monitoring and product marketing initiatives on the Aley niobium project continue. The converter pilot test is ongoing and is providing additional process data to support the design of the commercial process facilities and will provide final product samples for marketing purposes.
Stuart McDonald
President & CEO
No regulatory authority has approved or disapproved of the information in this news release.
NON-GAAP PERFORMANCE MEASURES
This document includes certain non-GAAP performance measures that do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS. These measures may differ from those used by, and may not be comparable to such measures as reported by, other issuers. The Company believes that these measures are commonly used by certain investors, in conjunction with conventional IFRS measures, to enhance their understanding of the Company's performance. These measures have been derived from the Company's financial statements and applied on a consistent basis. The following tables below provide a reconciliation of these non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measure.
Total operating costs and site operating costs, net of by-product credits
Total costs of sales include all costs absorbed into inventory, as well as transportation costs and insurance recoverable. Site operating costs are calculated by removing net changes in inventory, depletion and amortization, insurance recoverable, and transportation costs from cost of sales. Site operating costs, net of by-product credits is calculated by subtracting by-product credits from the site operating costs. Site operating costs, net of by-product credits per pound are calculated by dividing the aggregate of the applicable costs by copper pounds produced. Total operating costs per pound is the sum of site operating costs, net of by-product credits and off-property costs divided by the copper pounds produced. By-product credits are calculated based on actual sales of molybdenum (net of treatment costs) and silver during the period divided by the total pounds of copper produced during the period. These measures are calculated on a consistent basis for the periods presented.
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Total Site Costs
Total site costs is comprised of the site operating costs charged to cost of sales as well as mining costs capitalized to property, plant and equipment in the period. This measure is intended to capture Taseko's share of the total site operating costs incurred in the quarter at the Gibraltar mine calculated on a consistent basis for the periods presented.
Adjusted net income (loss)
Adjusted net income (loss) removes the effect of the following transactions from net income as reported under IFRS:
- Unrealized foreign currency gains/losses;
- Unrealized gain/loss on derivatives; and
- Loss on settlement of long-term debt and call premium, including realized foreign exchange gains.
Management believes these transactions do not reflect the underlying operating performance of our core mining business and are not necessarily indicative of future operating results. Furthermore, unrealized gains/losses on derivative instruments, changes in the fair value of financial instruments, and unrealized foreign currency gains/losses are not necessarily reflective of the underlying operating results for the reporting periods presented.
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Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA is presented as a supplemental measure of the Company's performance and ability to service debt. Adjusted EBITDA is frequently used by securities analysts, investors and other interested parties in the evaluation of companies in the industry, many of which present Adjusted EBITDA when reporting their results. Issuers of "high yield" securities also present Adjusted EBITDA because investors, analysts and rating agencies consider it useful in measuring the ability of those issuers to meet debt service obligations.
Adjusted EBITDA represents net income before interest, income taxes, and depreciation and also eliminates the impact of a number of items that are not considered indicative of ongoing operating performance. Certain items of expense are added and certain items of income are deducted from net income that are not likely to recur or are not indicative of the Company's underlying operating results for the reporting periods presented or for future operating performance and consist of:
- Unrealized foreign exchange gains/losses;
- Unrealized gain/loss on derivatives;
- Loss on settlement of long-term debt (included in finance expenses) and call premium;
- Realized foreign exchange gains on settlement of long-term debt; and
- Amortization of share-based compensation expense.
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Earnings from mining operations before depletion and amortization
Earnings from mining operations before depletion and amortization is earnings from mining operations with depletion and amortization added back. The Company discloses this measure, which has been derived from our financial statements and applied on a consistent basis, to provide assistance in understanding the results of the Company's operations and financial position and it is meant to provide further information about the financial results to investors.
Site operating costs per ton milled
CAUTION REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
This document contains "forward-looking statements" that were based on Taseko's expectations, estimates and projections as of the dates as of which those statements were made. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "outlook", "anticipate", "project", "target", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "intend", "should" and similar expressions.
Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the Company's actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These included but are not limited to:
- uncertainties about the future market price of copper and the other metals that we produce or may seek to produce;
- changes in general economic conditions, the financial markets, inflation and interest rates and in the demand and market price for our input costs, such as diesel fuel, reagents, steel, concrete, electricity and other forms of energy, mining equipment, and fluctuations in exchange rates, particularly with respect to the value of the U.S. dollar and Canadian dollar, and the continued availability of capital and financing;
- uncertainties resulting from the war in Ukraine, and the accompanying international response including economic sanctions levied against Russia, which has disrupted the global economy, created increased volatility in commodity markets (including oil and gas prices), and disrupted international trade and financial markets, all of which have an ongoing and uncertain effect on global economics, supply chains, availability of materials and equipment and execution timelines for project development;
- uncertainties about the continuing impact of the novel coronavirus ("COVID-19") and the response of local, provincial, state, federal and international governments to the ongoing threat of COVID-19, on our operations (including our suppliers, customers, supply chains, employees and contractors) and economic conditions generally including rising inflation levels and in particular with respect to the demand for copper and other metals we produce;
- inherent risks associated with mining operations, including our current mining operations at Gibraltar, and their potential impact on our ability to achieve our production estimates;
- uncertainties as to our ability to control our operating costs, including inflationary cost pressures at Gibraltar without impacting our planned copper production;
- the risk of inadequate insurance or inability to obtain insurance to cover material mining or operational risks;
- uncertainties related to the feasibility study for Florence copper project (the "Florence Copper Project" or "Florence Copper") that provides estimates of expected or anticipated capital and operating costs, expenditures and economic returns from this mining project, including the impact of inflation on the estimated costs related to the construction of the Florence Copper Project and our other development projects;
- the risk that the results from our operations of the Florence Copper production test facility ("PTF") and ongoing engineering work including updated capital and operating costs will negatively impact our estimates for current projected economics for commercial operations at Florence Copper;
- uncertainties related to the accuracy of our estimates of Mineral Reserves (as defined below), Mineral Resources (as defined below), production rates and timing of production, future production and future cash and total costs of production and milling;
- the risk that we may not be able to expand or replace reserves as our existing mineral reserves are mined;
- the availability of, and uncertainties relating to the development of, additional financing and infrastructure necessary for the advancement of our development projects, including with respect to our ability to obtain any remaining construction financing potentially needed to move forward with commercial operations at Florence Copper;
- our ability to comply with the extensive governmental regulation to which our business is subject;
- uncertainties related to our ability to obtain necessary title, licenses and permits for our development projects and project delays due to third party opposition, particularly in respect to Florence Copper that requires one key regulatory permit from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") in order to advance to commercial operations;
- our ability to deploy strategic capital and award key contracts to assist with protecting the Florence Copper project execution plan, mitigating inflation risk and the potential impact of supply chain disruptions on our construction schedule and ensuring a smooth transition into construction once the final permit is received from the EPA;
- uncertainties related to First Nations claims and consultation issues;
- our reliance on rail transportation and port terminals for shipping our copper concentrate production from Gibraltar;
- uncertainties related to unexpected judicial or regulatory proceedings;
- changes in, and the effects of, the laws, regulations and government policies affecting our exploration and development activities and mining operations and mine closure and bonding requirements;
- our dependence solely on our 75% interest in Gibraltar (as defined below) for revenues and operating cashflows;
- our ability to collect payments from customers, extend existing concentrate off-take agreements or enter into new agreements;
- environmental issues and liabilities associated with mining including processing and stock piling ore;
- labour strikes, work stoppages, or other interruptions to, or difficulties in, the employment of labour in markets in which we operate our mine, industrial accidents, equipment failure or other events or occurrences, including third party interference that interrupt the production of minerals in our mine;
- environmental hazards and risks associated with climate change, including the potential for damage to infrastructure and stoppages of operations due to forest fires, flooding, drought, or other natural events in the vicinity of our operations;
- litigation risks and the inherent uncertainty of litigation, including litigation to which Florence Copper could be subject to;
- our actual costs of reclamation and mine closure may exceed our current estimates of these liabilities;
- our ability to meet the financial reclamation security requirements for the Gibraltar mine and Florence Project;
- the capital intensive nature of our business both to sustain current mining operations and to develop any new projects, including Florence Copper;
- our reliance upon key management and operating personnel;
- the competitive environment in which we operate;
- the effects of forward selling instruments to protect against fluctuations in copper prices, foreign exchange, interest rates or input costs such as fuel;
- the risk of changes in accounting policies and methods we use to report our financial condition, including uncertainties associated with critical accounting assumptions and estimates; and Management Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A"), quarterly reports and material change reports filed with and furnished to securities regulators, and those risks which are discussed under the heading "Risk Factors".
For further information on Taseko, investors should review the Company's annual Form 40-F filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission www.sec.gov and home jurisdiction filings that are available at www.sedar.com, including the "Risk Factors" included in our Annual Information Form.
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(NEXSTAR) – A traveler passing through Boston’s Logan Airport was forced to hand over a prohibited item during a security screening — a prohibited item he allegedly didn’t even know he had.
The passenger, a resident of Massachusetts, was passing through a TSA checkpoint at Logan Airport at noon on April 5 ahead of a trip to New York City, according to the TSA. During an x-ray screening of his belongings, an officer with the TSA identified a “possible sword” inside his walking cane.
“When questioned, the passenger … stated that he bought the cane not knowing it had a sword inside,” the TSA wrote in a statement shared with Nexstar.
The Massachusetts State Police responded to the checkpoint area moments later, and the passenger allowed the officers to confiscate the prohibited item.
The man was re-screened and cleared to continue to JFK airport, the TSA confirmed.
A representative for the TSA told Nexstar that such items — i.e., items concealing blades or knives in the handle portion — are “not uncommon” finds at TSA checkpoints. This week, for instance, a hairbrush concealing a dagger was also detected at an airport in Ithaca, New York.
“In [that] instance, as in most other instances, the traveler voluntarily surrendered the item to a TSA officer and was then able to complete screening and catch their flight,” the representative told Nexstar.
The TSA advises that passengers wishing to travel with items knives, blades or other sharp objects pack them safely within their checked baggage.
More information on what travelers can bring in their carry-on bags — and what they can’t — is available at TSA.gov. | https://cw33.com/news/tsa-agents-find-hidden-sword-in-mans-cane-traveler-says-hes-just-as-surprised-as-they-are/ | 2022-04-07T23:19:07Z |
-Fast casual concept celebrates grand opening with free chicken salad for a year to first 100 guests on Sept. 13th-
ATLANTA, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the opening of its newest Houston-area restaurant at 5310 Weslayan St. in West University Place. This brings the brand's total to 12 in the metro area and is the third Chick for franchise owners Ronald and Kathleen Ram of Houston CSC LLC. Chicken Salad Chick West University will celebrate its grand opening on Tuesday, Sept. 13 by giving away free chicken salad for a year to the first 100 guests.
During grand opening week, guests will experience the Southern hospitality that Chicken Salad Chick is known for, with giveaways and specials that include:
- Tuesday, Sept. 13 – Free Chicken Salad for a Year – The first 100 guests will receive one large Quick Chick of chicken salad per month for an entire year, with one of those lucky guests randomly selected to win one large Quick Chick of chicken salad per week.* Guests may arrive starting at 7 a.m. for grand opening day only.
- Wednesday, Sept. 14 – The first 50 guests to purchase a Chick Trio will receive a free Chick Tumbler.**
- Thursday, Sept. 15 – The first 50 guests to purchase a Chick Trio will receive a free dessert.**
- Friday, Sept. 16 – The first 50 guests to purchase two large Quick Chicks will receive a free large Chick Cooler.**
- Saturday, Sept. 17 - All day long, purchase a Chick Special and receive a promo code for bonus points and a Free Scoop reward in the Chicken Salad Chick app.**
The Rams got their start in franchising with Pizza Patron, owning 10 locations across Texas. They opened their first Chicken Salad Chick in Katy in 2019, following with a second in 2020. They believe whole-heartedly in the brand's mission to serve others and have really enjoyed becoming part of the communities they serve. During the coronavirus pandemic, the Rams donated more than 400 meals to first responders and health care workers at local hospitals. They have also been hosting pop-up lunches around town to serve fans who have been anxiously waiting for this West University restaurant to open.
"We love the small-town atmosphere that West University provides right in the midst of the action in Houston," said Kathleen Ram. "Our newest location is centrally located for work, school, retail and fun. It's the ideal spot for on-the-go professionals and families looking for delicious food made with fresh ingredients every day. We can't wait to serve our flavorful varieties of chicken salad and sides to this community."
Chicken Salad Chick West University will be open Monday – Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, visit http://www.chickensaladchick.com. Follow Chicken Salad Chick on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest news and trends.
*Guests should start arriving at 7 a.m. to get checked in. The first 100 guests will be assigned a number and a designated return time between 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Upon return, guests will make a purchase of "The Chick" or anything of greater value and enter a code on the Chicken Salad Chick app to officially secure your spot. If you are late, or miss the return time, your spot will be awarded to the next in-line. Guests will receive their first free Large Quick Chick electronically to your App the Monday following Grand Opening Day.
**Must download the CSC App and be 16 years or older to purchase. Not valid with any other offers. Limit 1 reward per guest present.
For more information on giveaways and specials, visit https://www.facebook.com/ChickenSaladChickWestUniversity/.
About Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick serves full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad made from scratch and served from the heart. With more than a dozen original chicken salad flavors as well as fresh side salads, gourmet soups, signature sandwiches and delicious desserts, Chicken Salad Chick's robust menu is a perfect fit for any guest. Founded in Auburn, Alabama by Stacy and Kevin Brown, in 2008, Chicken Salad Chick has grown to more than 220 restaurants in 17 states. Today, under the leadership of Scott Deviney and the Chicken Salad Chick team, the brand is continuing its rapid expansion with both franchise and company locations. Chicken Salad Chick has received numerous accolades including rankings in the 2022 Entrepreneur Franchise 500, Franchise Times' Fast & Serious for the second consecutive year, Fast Casual.com's top Movers and Shakers from 2018 to 2022, QSR's Best Franchise Deals in 2019 and 2020, and Franchise Business Review's Top Food Franchises in 2020. See www.chickensaladchick.com for additional information.
Contact:
Nicole Hunnicutt
Fish Consulting
404-558-4108
nhunnicutt@fish-consulting.com
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LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP ("GPM") announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Oscar Health, Inc. ("Oscar" or the "Company") (NYSE: OSCR).
Class Period: March 2021 IPO
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: July 11, 2022
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Oscar lawsuit, you can submit your contact information at www.glancylaw.com/cases/oscar-health-inc/. You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at shareholders@glancylaw.com to learn more about your rights.
The complaint filed alleges that the Registration Statement was materially false and misleading and omitted to state: (1) that Oscar was experiencing growing COVID-19 testing and treatment costs; (2) that Oscar was experiencing growing net COVID costs; (3) that Oscar would be negatively impacted by an unfavorable prior year Risk Adjustment Data Validation (RADV) result relating to 2019 and 2020; (4) that Oscar was on track to be negatively impacted by significant SEP membership growth; and (5) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
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To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Charles Linehan, Esquire, of GPM, 1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, by email to shareholders@glancylaw.com, or visit our website at www.glancylaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number and number of shares purchased.
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ST. LOUIS, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WILsquare Capital, a St. Louis-based private equity firm, announced today it has completed the acquisition of OuterBox Solutions, LLC ("OuterBox"), a leading, performance-driven digital marketing agency headquartered in Copley, Ohio. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
"OuterBox is an emerging leader in the rapidly-growing area of performance marketing, serving as a critical partner to clients' digital commerce and marketing strategies," said Andrew Scharf, Director at WILsquare Capital. "The company's core search expertise, demonstrated ability to drive client results and strong team orientation create a unique platform for continued growth in existing and adjacent channels and across various verticals."
OuterBox is a provider of search engine optimization ("SEO"), paid search ("pay-per-click" or "PPC") and website development services to B2B and B2C brands, with a specialization in eCommerce. Clients consistently recognize OuterBox for its ability to achieve measurable business outcomes, such as generating incremental website traffic, customer acquisition and purchase activity and improvement in return on marketing investment.
"We are excited to partner with WILsquare, as OuterBox embarks on its next phase of growth," said Justin Smith, Founder and CEO of OuterBox. "Early on, they exhibited a clear understanding of our business and the opportunities ahead. Our alignment around shared values and a commitment to supporting future growth make WILsquare an ideal partner." Following the transaction, Justin Smith, along with partners Jason Dutt and Nick Nolan, will continue to lead the business and serve on the company's board.
"OuterBox has built a tremendous reputation in the massive, fast-growing digital marketing services industry, where clients of all sizes look to stay current with an ever-changing digital landscape," said Jack Randazzo, Director at WILsquare Capital. "We are extremely pleased with the opportunity to partner with Justin, Jason and Nick and to invest in OuterBox's continued growth and evolution as a premier provider of digital marketing services."
The acquisition of OuterBox marks the third platform investment for WILsquare Capital in nine months, following the acquisitions of Rock Energy Systems, LLC in September 2021, and TekBrands, LLC in December 2021. OuterBox is the fourth platform investment in WILsquare Capital Partners Fund II.
WILsquare Capital is a St. Louis-based private equity firm focused on acquiring and growing lower-middle market businesses in the Midwest and Southern United States, with an emphasis on business services, niche manufacturing, distribution and technology companies. The firm is currently investing out of WILsquare Capital Partners Fund II, L.P.
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STEPHENVILLE, Newfoundland (AP) — The leaders of Germany and Canada said Tuesday a new hydrogen pact will kick-start a transatlantic hydrogen supply chain, with the first deliveries expected in just three years.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz signed the deal in the port town of Stephenville, Newfoundland. A Canadian company has plans to build a zero-emission plant that will use wind energy to produce hydrogen and ammonia for export.
Hydrogen is seen as a component of Europe’s plan to reduce its reliance on Russian fossil fuels, particularly in light of the war in Ukraine and recent reductions in the supply of Russian natural gas to Germany and other countries.
“The market case and the need to scale up was coming and wasn’t quite here yet. Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine has meant that everything gets accelerated,” Trudeau said.
Scholz said Canada is Germany’s partner of choice as the country moves away from relying on Russia to supply energy.
“Our need might be even higher under the new circumstances,” Scholz said.
Natural gas prices have surged as Russia has reduced or cut off natural gas flows to a dozen European Union countries, fueling inflation and raising the risk that Europe could plunge into recession. Germans have been urged to cut gas use now so the country will have enough for the winter ahead.
The Canadian government earlier Tuesday signed separate agreements with Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz that will see the two German auto manufacturers secure access to Canadian raw materials for batteries in electric vehicles. The agreements include Canadian cobalt, graphite, nickel and lithium. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/canada-germany-aim-to-start-hydrogen-shipments-in-2025/ | 2022-08-24T20:31:33Z |
SHANGHAI, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK, "Everest", or the "Company"), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing transformative pharmaceutical products to address critical unmet needs in Asia Pacific markets, today announced that Dr. Kerry Blanchard has resigned as Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. He will remain as an advisor to Everest for the six months following his resignation.
"I would like to thank Kerry for his contributions over the past two years at the Company, and wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors. Following an extensive search in the past few months, we are delighted to have identified a finalist among a short list of CEO candidates, with a broad set of expertise across clinical development, regulatory affairs and commercialization. We expect to have the new CEO join Everest in the coming month," said Mr. Wei Fu, Chairman of Everest Medicines and Chief Executive Officer of CBC Group.
Subsequent to the recently-announced sale of Trodelvy® to Immunomedics, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gilead Sciences, Everest is fully committed to the development and commercialization of its remaining portfolio in renal diseases, immunology and infectious diseases. Each of these therapeutic areas has a late-stage product candidate that is near NDA submission or approval with attractive commercial potential. The new CEO will lead Everest in its next phase of growth as a fully-integrated biopharma company in China. The Company will provide further details of its plans for its next development phase after the new CEO is on board.
The Board has appointed Mr. Ian Woo, President and CFO of Everest Medicines, to assume the interim duties and responsibilities of the CEO. The Board believes that having acted as President and CFO since 2018, Mr. Woo will successfully steer the Company decisively through this current period of transition and transformation.
About Everest Medicines
Everest Medicines is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing transformative pharmaceutical products that address critical unmet medical needs for patients in Asian markets. The management team of Everest Medicines has deep expertise and an extensive track record of high-quality clinical development, regulatory affairs, CMC, business development and operations both in China and with leading global pharmaceutical companies. Everest Medicines has built a portfolio of potentially global first-in-class or best-in-class molecules, many of which are in late-stage clinical development. The Company's therapeutic areas of interest include oncology, autoimmune disorders, cardio-renal diseases and infectious diseases. For more information, please visit its website at www.everestmedicines.com.
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Investor Relations:
Leah Liu, VP Corporate Affairs
Everest Medicines
IR@everestmedicines.com
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Women’s Euro 2022: England out to avenge 2009 final defeat in rematch against Germany
By Matias Grez, CNN
England against Germany, a clash between two of the best national teams in the world, will be a fitting finale to what has been a record-breaking tournament at Euro 2022.
After the two semifinal matches, a total of 487,683 fans have attended the games so far, more than doubling the previous record of 240,055, set at Euro 2017 in the Netherlands.
That’s without taking into consideration the historic attendance expected at Wembley Stadium for Sunday’s final. Around 87,000 fans are set to be at the home of English football, which would smash the current attendance record for a Euros final — men’s or women’s — of 79,115, set at the 1964 final between Spain and the Soviet Union at the Bernabeu in Madrid.
UEFA, European football’s governing body, says nearly 100,000 children have attended matches so far at Euro 2022, while 47% of all fans have been women.
Of course, it certainly helps that home fans have been fortunate enough to watch arguably the most talented England women’s side of all time.
The 8-0 dismantling of a dangerous Norway side, ranked just two places below England, and the 4-0 drubbing of Sweden, the second-best team in the world and a team England had previously beaten just three times, will go down as some of the most eye-catching in the Lionesses’ history.
But the path to the final wasn’t always a straightforward one. England struggled to find its rhythm in a tough opening win against Austria, before being pushed all the way in a comeback win over Spain in the quarterfinals.
England, though, will certainly be glad it has been put to the test ahead of its most difficult match yet. Germany boasts a quite extraordinary record in the European Championship, winning eight of the 12 editions that have been contested and reigned over the Euros crown for 22 years until defeat at the quarterfinal stage in the Netherlands five years ago.
Head coach Sarina Wiegman, who guided her native Netherlands to victory at Euro 2017, is well aware of how important an England win on Sunday could be for women’s football in the country.
“I think we have been an inspiration for the country already,” she told reporters on Friday, per Reuters. “You know when you win a major tournament it really makes a difference and that would make me very proud. But I don’t think further than that. Most of the time you don’t realise the impact until probably 15 years later.
“We approach this game exactly the same as every other game we have played. We don’t talk about the rivalry between England and Germany; we want to show how good we are and play our best game.
“There’s so much eagerness in this team to win, and so much resilience. We want so badly to show again we are the best and to play our best game. That’s what we’ve been trying to do all the time and then hopefully, that will bring us to win.”
‘Nothing left to lose’
Alexandra Popp, who has become Germany’s star with six goals in five games at these Euros, is one of the best feel-good stories of the summer.
The 31-year-old missed the Euros in 2013 and 2017 through injury and, for a while, it looked as though she might miss this one after injuring her knee last year, but Popp was finally able to compete when the tournament was postponed by a year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
She has certainly made up for lost time and was visibly emotional after scoring in the opening win against Denmark, sinking to her knees and covering her face with her hands.
Popp’s six goals at Euro 2022, matched only by England’s Beth Mead, equals the previous best goal haul at a single Euros, set by compatriot Inka Grings at Finland 2009.
“I think the pressure is more on the English side, precisely because it takes place in their own country,” Popp told reporters at a press conference on Friday. “We know that from 2011 [when Germany hosted the World Cup], suddenly everyone expects something from you.
“We have nothing left to lose. With that attitude we can go into the game completely free.”
There certainly seem to be no nerves in the German camp ahead of the final, with Popp turning up to the press conference wearing a mustache hidden under her mask. “Hello,” she said, greeting reporters in a gruff voice.
After her match-winning performance against France in the semifinals, German outlets FUMS and Der Postillon ran satirical posts saying that men’s national team head coach Hansi Flick had called up a new striker for Qatar, accompanied by a photo of Popp in a mustache with the pseudonyms Alexander Bopp and Alexander Papp.
The forward will no doubt be the biggest threat England faces on the Wembley pitch come Sunday and it’s likely a moment of instinct from Popp or Mead could decide the game.
These two teams boast a brilliant defensive record at this tournament, having each conceded just one goal, and it’s likely their stingy back lines will be difficult to breach in the final.
‘Outstanding’
The quality on display at Euro 2022 only emphasizes the accelerated growth of the women’s game across the continent in recent years, as football federations have finally started to seriously invest in their teams.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, who says he has been closely following Germany’s progress, said women’s football as “exploded” in recent years.
“I really have to say I love women’s football, it’s outstanding,” Klopp said at a press conference on Thursday.
“The quality of the tournament is insane. England is doing exceptionally well. I saw three games of Germany, they’ve been doing really well as well. It’s a really good final — two intense teams facing each other.
“As much as I love England, in this specific case my heart is on the German side, but the better team might win and I’m completely fine with that. At a sold out Wembley with an English crowd, it will be a massive challenge for Germany.
“Most important is the face women’s football showed, it’s a fantastic game. Women’s football, over the last few years, exploded in their development. It’s tactically and technically on an incredibly high level. The intensity of the games — physically it’s really, really good and I love watching it.
“England are slight favorites playing at home, but Germany has a chance.”
After defeat in the men’s Euros final last summer, England fans will be desperate to avoid double heartbreak. But against a Germany team desperate to reclaim its European crown, that is an entirely likely possibility.
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Lawrence Township trustees set hearing on farm fence
The Repository
Lawrence Township trustees
Monday meeting
KEY ACTION: Agreed to hold a public hearing at the July 5 meeting about a fence on a farm on Milhaven Avenue NW.
DISCUSSION: The fence is needed on the Knickerbocker farm to contain cows that escape and wander into the road or onto neighbors’ properties. Trustees will meet with the farm owner at 5:30 p.m. June 29 to review the situation.
OTHER ACTION:
- Promote fire department employeeCameron Martin to lieutenant.
- Adjourned to executive session to discuss Police Department personnel. No action was taken upon reconvening.
UP NEXT: Meet at 5:30 p.m. June 20. Trustees will meet in person at the township administration building and via Zoom.
Joan Porter | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/2022/06/09/lawrence-township-trustees-set-hearing-farm-fence/7559237001/ | 2022-06-09T16:19:12Z |
SOMERVILLE, Mass., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GNS today announced that John Maraganore, PhD, biopharma industry leader and the former founding CEO of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, has joined GNS as a strategic advisor.
"John is a visionary and an inspiration for the biopharma industry and his perspective and deep insights in life sciences R&D will be incredibly valuable for GNS. On behalf of the rest of our board and all our employees and partners, I'm delighted to welcome John to our team, and I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to grow the leading company in the field of virtual patients and digital twins to support the faster discovery and development of new medicines", said Colin Hill, CEO and Co-founder of GNS.
"GNS is in a unique position to radically transform drug discovery and development", said Dr. Maraganore. "Their Gemini virtual patients, created by combining their Causal AI technology with clinico-genomic data, uncover insights in human disease biology that previously took years, if not decades, to understand. I am excited to join them as a strategic advisor and to work with Colin and the rest of the leadership team to help them accelerate the implementation of these capabilities that can transform the discovery and development of new and better medicines that will improve patient outcomes."
Dr. John Maraganore served as the founding CEO and a Director of Alnylam from 2002 to 2021, where he built and led the company from early platform research on RNA interference through global approval and commercialization of the first four RNAi therapeutic medicines, ONPATTRO®, GIVLAARI®, OXLUMO®, and Leqvio®. He also led the company's value creation strategy, building $25B in market capitalization, and forming over 20 major pharmaceutical alliances. He continues to serve on the Alnylam Scientific Advisory Board. Prior to Alnylam, he served as an officer and a member of the management team for Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc., where he was responsible for the company's product franchises in oncology, and cardiovascular, inflammatory, and metabolic diseases, in addition to leadership of M&A, strategy, and biotherapeutics functions. Before Millennium, he served as Director of Molecular Biology and Director of Market and Business Development at Biogen, Inc. where he invented and led the discovery and development of ANGIOMAX® (bivalirudin) for injection. Previously, he was a scientist at ZymoGenetics, Inc. and the Upjohn Company. Dr. Maraganore received his M.S. and Ph.D. in biochemistry and molecular biology at the University of Chicago. He is currently a Venture Partner at ARCH Venture Partners, a Venture Advisor at Atlas Ventures, and an Executive Partner at RTW Investments. He is also Chair of the Board of Directors of Hemab Therapeutics and a member of the Board of Directors of Agios Pharmaceuticals, Beam Therapeutics, Kymera Therapeutics, and the Biotechnology Industry Organization, where he was Chair from 2017-2019. In addition, he serves on the Board of the Termeer Foundation, as Chair of the n-Lorem Foundation Advisory Council, on the Advisory Board of Ariadne Labs, and as a strategic advisor to a number of innovative companies.
GNS is the leader in the application of Causal AI and simulation technology to discover and validate novel drug targets, simulate clinical trials, and help pharmaceutical and biotech companies discover and develop new medicines faster. GNS' patented AI uncovers new insights from multi-omics and real-world data leading to the discovery and prioritization of novel biological targets, more efficient clinical trials, and patients who are likely to respond to therapies. The Gemini Virtual Patient models across oncology, auto-immune diseases, and neurology allow researchers and data scientists to simulate clinical trials, disease progression and drug response at the individual patient level in diverse patient cohorts. GNS' partners include seven out of the top ten pharmaceutical companies, leading research centers, medical societies, and patient advocacy groups globally. Our advisory board consists of a renowned group of scientific and medical experts. For more information, please visit www.gnshealthcare.com
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Space Micro Inc., powered by Voyager Space, today announced the successful performance of its Software Defined Radios (SDRs) on Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) CubeSat Networked Communications Experiment (CNCE) Block 1. Initially launched in June 2021 and completed in March 2022, CNCE Block 1, which is part of MDA's Nanosat Testbed Initiative (NTI), used small, low-cost satellites to demonstrate networked radio communications between nanosatellites while in orbit.
MDA deployed two CubeSats developed by Space Micro with integrated radio frequency (RF) payloads based on its μSDR-C™ family of small form factor software defined radios. MDA tested Space Micro's SDRs at various distances, formations, and orientations, all of which successfully communicated with each other and ground nodes. This demonstration helps support the development of U.S. missile defense technology and architecture.
SDRs can be re-programmed on orbit making them desirable in today's rapidly changing world. Space Micro designed these particular radios, which are a precursor to the Company's successful Nanocom family of SDRs, with the additional ability to create and operate within an ad-hoc communication network, similar to a terrestrial Wi-Fi network.
"We are proud to support MDA as they bolster our national defense, and to further demonstrate the capabilities and reliability of our RF radio frequency payloads for inter-satellite communications," said David R. Czajkowski, Space Micro CEO.
"The Space Micro team continues to demonstrate flight-proven solutions that provide value to our national defense capabilities," said Matt Kuta, President and COO of Voyager Space. "This successful demonstration of SDR technology is a critical step forward for the future of in space communications."
MDA retired the Block 1 satellites in March 2022 and they will de-orbit and burn up harmlessly in the atmosphere.
Space Micro's SDR product line comprises several models: The µSDR-C™ targets UHF, S-Band, L-Band and low C-Band applications, the more powerful Nanocom™ targets higher frequency, higher data rate, and more processor intensive RF applications, and the µXBT™ X-Band Transponder is slated for several Artemis programs. Space Micro legacy S-, X- and Ka-Band radios are on orbit today on NASA IRIS, an observation mission of the solar atmosphere and NASA TESS, an exo-planet survey mission to provide prime targets for the James Webb Space Telescope.
Space Micro Inc., powered by Voyager Space and based in San Diego, CA, is an engineering-driven supplier of affordable, high-performance, radiation-hardened communications, electro-optics, and digital systems for use in commercial, civil, and military space applications around the world. Space Micro solutions include Telemetry, Tracking and Command (TT&C) transmitters, mission data transmitters, space cameras, star trackers, image processors, Command & Data Handling (C&DH) systems and laser communications systems.
For more information, visit http://www.spacemicro.com or contact Michael Dowd, Vice President of Business Development at (858) 332-0700, extension 122.
Voyager Space is a space technology company dedicated to building a better future for humanity in space and on Earth. With nearly 20 years of spaceflight heritage and over 1500 successful missions as of August 2022, Voyager delivers space station infrastructure and services and technology solutions to commercial users, civil and national security government agencies, academic and research institutions, and more, with the goal to accelerate a sustainable space economy.
For more information, please visit www.voyagerspace.com
This press release contains "forward-looking statements." All statements, other than statements of historical fact, including those with respect to Voyager Space, Inc.'s (the "Company's") mission statement and growth strategy, are "forward-looking statements." Although the Company's management believes that such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot guarantee that such expectations are, or will be, correct. These forward-looking statements involve many risks and uncertainties, which could cause the Company's future results to differ materially from those anticipated. Potential risks and uncertainties include, among others, general economic conditions and conditions affecting the industries in which the Company operates; the uncertainty of regulatory requirements and approvals; and the ability to obtain necessary financing on acceptable terms or at all. Readers should not place any undue reliance on forward-looking statements since they involve these known and unknown uncertainties and other factors which are, in some cases, beyond the Company's control and which could, and likely will, materially affect actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Any forward-looking statement reflects the Company's current views with respect to future events and is subject to these and other risks, uncertainties and assumptions relating to operations, results of operations, growth strategy and liquidity. The Company assumes no obligation to publicly update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future.
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