text stringlengths 102 99.6k | url stringlengths 31 426 | crawl_date timestamp[us, tz=UTC]date 2022-04-01 00:29:49 2022-09-19 04:34:15 |
|---|---|---|
DUBLIN, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Waystone announced today that it has launched Waystone ETFs, an institutional ETF platform operator with an expert team with over 40 years' combined experience in the asset management industry. The launch of Waystone ETFs will further reinforce Waystone's capabilities as a full-service provider to the asset management industry.
Waystone offers the most comprehensive suite of fund hosting capabilities in the market with Waystone ETFs partnering with leading financial institutions to build quality investment products whilst leveraging open architecture solutions. These will include the ability to offer clients institutional platform solutions including white label and standalone operator solutions together with management company ETF solutions. Through its ETF solutions, clients will benefit from tailored ETF expertise across governance, capital markets and operations.
In addition, Waystone ETFs will provide its clients with dedicated ETF capital markets and distribution services, led by Henry Glynn, a global expert in ETFs.
Paul Heffernan, CEO Waystone ETFs, comments, "Waystone is delighted to be able to offer its clients fully customisable ETF solutions to meet their growing needs, whether it be a white label ETF solution, a customised platform or a specialist ETF Management Company solution. We are seeing institutional client demand for specialist ETF support to aid new product development into the industry which Waystone ETFs is ideally placed to provide."
Cyril Delamare, Chief Growth Officer at Waystone, adds, "The launch of the Waystone ETF platform is a natural next step in our mission to offer the asset management industry a full suite of fund solutions. We are proud to be the first ETF platform headquartered in Ireland with a highly experienced team in place."
Waystone is a leading provider of institutional governance, risk and compliance services to the asset management industry. Partnering with institutional investors, investment funds and asset managers Waystone builds, supports and protects investment structures and strategies worldwide. With over 20 years' experience and a comprehensive range of specialist services to its name, Waystone is now supporting asset managers with more than US$1Tn in AUM globally. Waystone provides its clients with the guidance and tools to allow them to focus on managing their investment goals with confidence.
Press contact: Alison Mitsas
amitsas@waystone.com
Tel: +39 327 751 1500
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Waystone | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/14/waystone-increases-its-global-offering-with-launch-waystone-etfs/ | 2022-07-14T14:58:28Z |
With This Expansion the Company Brings Over-the-Counter Crypto Trading and Support to 49 States
CHICAGO, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CoinFlip, a leading provider of cryptocurrency financial services, announces today the expansion of its Trade Desk – an over-the-counter cryptocurrency trading desk – to Nevada. With coverage across 49 US states, more customers have access to CoinFlip's crypto pros for help purchasing crypto. This expansion marks another milestone in the company's growth trajectory.
"Bringing our services to nearly every state in the US is integral for us as we continue to build a comprehensive platform for the digital economy," said CEO and Co-Founder of CoinFlip, Ben Weiss. "It is important to our brand to now be able to serve the citizens and tourists of Nevada. We will continue to expand our resources so we can best serve our communities at a grassroots level, a primary objective as we look ahead both within state lines and all over the world."
Delivering guidance to investors entering into the crypto space, Trade Desk offers dedicated account managers who are available to walk customers through the process step-by-step and support with any questions. Trade Desk commands low minimums and high limits with the ability to buy via wire or ACH transfer.
When Trade Desk launched in 2020, it was a small yet ambitious unit with a mission to deliver a comprehensive virtual experience for crypto transactions. "From buying, selling or trading, we wanted to ensure each and every customer was satisfied with their experience," said Founder and Chairman, Daniel Polotsky. "Now, with the expansion of our services to nearly all 50 states, we are fulfilling that promise to more Americans than ever before."
Named the No. 1 fastest-growing company in Chicago by Crain's Chicago Business, CoinFlip had a five-year growth rate of 1.7 million percent and revenue of nearly $100 million in 2021. The company was also ranked No. 60 on the Inc. 5000, the highest-ranking crypto company included on the list. Since inception, the company has expanded to over 3,500 ATMs across 49 states, taking its place on the frontline of a financial revolution where cryptocurrency and blockchain technology can empower investors across the country.
For more information about CoinFlip, please visit www.CoinFlip.tech and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About CoinFlip:
CoinFlip is a leading financial services provider powered by cryptocurrency. The company operates the world's largest network of cryptocurrency kiosks by transaction volume with over 3,500 machines across 49 states supporting the buying and selling of major cryptocurrencies with cash. In 2020, CoinFlip launched Trade Desk, an over-the-counter trading service that provides investors a personal account manager and competitive coin pricing. The company does not charge hidden fees, cuts typical transaction fees by as much as half, and provides 24/7 customer support.
CoinFlip was founded in 2015 by Daniel Polotsky, Kristoffer Dayrit, Alan Gurevich, and Benjamin Weiss. Headquartered in Chicago, CoinFlip placed 60th on the 2021 Inc. 5000 list as the top-ranked cryptocurrency company, was named the 2021 #1 fastest-growing company in Chicago by Crain's and was awarded the 2021 Silver Stevie ® Award for Customer Service. For more information about CoinFlip, please visit www.CoinFlip.tech.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE CoinFlip | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/16/coinflip-expands-trade-desk-offering-nevada/ | 2022-06-16T18:41:44Z |
High rain chances to end the week and Tropical Storm Fiona in the Atlantic!
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Wednesday rain was hit and miss with 0.05″ at SRQ, 0.50″ at Longboat Key, and 0.75″ at Nokomis. Much of the Suncoast had a relatively dry day. But rain chances stay high to end the week. As we get to the weekend, slightly drier air moves over the Suncoast so rain chances drop significantly, especially Sunday and next week. For Thursday and Friday, lightning is a big concern with thunderstorms, so keep one eye on the sky and the other on the ABC7 Mobile Weather App!
Tropical Storm Fiona developed in the Atlantic, our sixth named storm of the year. Fiona will be slow to strengthen as it moves closer to the Caribbean and Puerto Rico, likely to take more of a northerly turn next week back out into open waters of the Atlantic next week. That turn would keep it far away from Florida. We’ll track it closely!
Copyright 2022 WWSB. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/09/15/high-rain-chances-end-week-tropical-storm-fiona-atlantic/ | 2022-09-15T09:53:58Z |
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Foreign analysts say Russia may be temporarily easing its offensive in eastern Ukraine as the Russian military attempts to reassemble its forces for what it hopes could prove decisive new assault on its neighbor. Russian President Vladimir Putin warned menacingly on Thursday that his forces “haven’t even started” to fight.
Russian forces made no claimed or assessed territorial gains in Ukraine on Wednesday “for the first time in 133 days of war,” according to the Institute for the Study of War. The Washington-based think tank suggested Moscow may be taking an “operational pause,” but said that does not entail “the complete cessation of active hostilities.”
“Russian forces will likely confine themselves to relatively small-scale offensive actions as they attempt to set conditions for more significant offensive operations” and rebuild the necessary combat power, the institute said.
Russia’s Defense Ministry seemed to confirm that assessment, saying in a statement Thursday that Russian soldiers had been given time to rest.
“The units that performed combat missions … are taking measures to recover their combat capabilities. The servicemen are given the opportunity to rest, receive letters and parcels from home,” read the statement, quoted by Russian state news agency Tass.
Putin warned Kyiv it should quickly accept Moscow’s terms to end the fighting or brace for the worst.
“Everybody should know that largely speaking, we haven’t even yet started anything in earnest,” he said in a menacing note.
Shelling continued in Ukraine’s east, with the mayor of one Donetsk region city saying it was hit by the most powerful strike since the war began.
Kramatorsk Mayor Oleksandr Gorchenko said a Russian missile hit in the vicinity of the local government buildings shortly after noon. The city has been the center of the Donetsk regional government since 2014, when the city of Donetsk was taken over by Kremlin-backed separatists.
Earlier on Thursday, regional officials said at least one person was killed and six more were injured in the strike.
Volodymyr, 66, a resident who declined to provide his full name, sat in his overturned apartment, covered in blood.
“I was just sitting and drinking tea, and then there was an explosion,” he told the Associated Press. “You can see the result of it.”
Asked if he felt safe staying in his apartment building block, he responded: “Is it safe right now anywhere in Ukraine? It all just happened in one moment, and that was it.”
In Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second largest city, police said three people died and five were injured after the Nemyshlyanskii neighborhood was blasted from multiple-launch rocket systems.
“People suffered, for what?” local resident Sergey Pershin said as he watched medics tend to the wounded and put the dead in body bags.
“It’s horrible. I’m so sick of it. Every night you wake up 10 times, you wait for it to end, wait until they start shooting. What are the bastards doing? There are residential buildings here.”
The Kharkiv region, which lies along the border with Russia, comes under daily shelling.
In Donetsk, 10 cities and villages came under shelling, and 35 buildings were destroyed, including a school, a vocational college and a hospital, officials said.
Donetsk is part of the Donbas, a mostly Russian-speaking industrial area where Ukraine’s most experienced soldiers are concentrated. Pro-Russian separatists have fought Ukrainian forces and controlled much of the Donbas for eight years. Putin recognized the independence of two self-proclaimed republics there just before Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24.
Putin on Monday claimed victory in Luhansk, the other Donbas province, after Ukrainian forces withdrew from the last city they controlled there. The governor of Luhansk, Serhiy Haidai, denied Wednesday that the Russians had completely captured the province.
The Ukrainian military said Thursday that Russian forces also carried out shelling and helicopter strikes in the Sumy region in the northeast.
Even as the fighting continued, the British Defense Ministry said it thinks Russia’s military is “reconstituting” its forces. A ministry intelligence assessment issued Thursday said the heavy shelling along the front line in Donetsk is likely intended to secure previous Russian gains.
Further hostilities were reported in the Black Sea. The Ukrainian military said Thursday a national flag again stood on a strategic island that Russian troops withdrew from last month.
Ukraine’s southern military command said Ukrainian military units had cleared Snake Island, an outpost off Ukraine’s southwestern coast vital for guaranteeing sea lanes out of Odesa, Ukraine’s biggest port.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the operation to take back the island took two months and was carried out by an array of military and intelligence forces.
“And now let every Russian captain, whether of a ship or a plane, see the Ukrainian flag on Snake Island and know that our state cannot be broken,” he said in his nightly video address.
The Russian Defense Ministry said Thursday that a Russian military aircraft launched a missile strike on the island as Ukrainian forces attempted to plant the flag. “As a result, some of the Ukrainian military personnel were destroyed, the rest fled,” the ministry said. The claim could not be immediately verified.
When Russian troops withdrew from Snake Island on June 30, the Defense Ministry described it as a “a goodwill gesture” to ensure Ukrainian grain and other exports could resume.
Ukraine said Russia also fired two missiles at a Moldovan-flagged oil tanker in the Black Sea, setting it ablaze. Ukrainian officials said one hit the Millennial Spirit, which carried over 500 tons of diesel fuel, while the other went wide.
The ship has been without a crew, drifting at sea since the start of the war in February. Russia did not immediately acknowledge the strike on the vessel.
Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry said it summoned the Turkish ambassador in Kyiv on Thursday over what it described as the theft of Ukrainian grain by a Russian ship.
The Zhibek Zholy was allowed to leave Turkey’s Black Sea coast after Turkish authorities briefly detained it at Ukraine’s request. Ukraine summoned the ambassador to complain.
Turkey, with its Bosporus Strait, is the key transit route for shipping out of the Black Sea. Ukraine has sought to pressure Ankara to stop Russian shipments of its grain, a vital source of revenue.
Also Thursday:
Zelenskyy said he spoke with Boris Johnson just hours after the British prime minister announced he would step down. Zelenskyy said he thanked Johnson, who visited Kyiv twice after the war began, for his support and especially for the weapons and money Britain has sent to Ukraine.
“And although this reflects the position of British society, the leadership and charisma of the country’s leader always have special meaning. … It’s not surprising that Ukrainians feel a personal gratitude to Boris,” Zelenskyy said in his nightly address. He said Johnson and other British officials reassured him this strong support would continue.
___
Associated Press journalists Francesca Ebel in Kramatorsk, Ukraine; Jon Gambrell in Lviv, Ukraine; and Cara Anna in Kharkiv, Ukraine, contributed to this report.
___
Follow AP’s coverage of the Russia-Ukraine war at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/russia-taking-operational-pause-in-ukraine-analysts-say/ | 2022-07-08T07:15:32Z |
Utah's first drone show company, Open Sky Productions, created a custom drone show with more than one hundred drones for the Sandy City Balloon Festival, a free, public event on Saturday, August 13 at 9:45 p.m.
SANDY, Utah, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Open Sky Productions has created one of its remarkable drone shows for the Sandy City Balloon Festival, including more than one hundred drones lighting up the sky for 11 minutes at 9:45 p.m. on Saturday August 13, 2022 at the City Promenade in Sandy.
Open Sky Productions is the first drone show company in Utah and has created custom drone shows in multiple countries and several U.S. states. Utah local Jesse Stone was inspired when he saw the drone show during the Olympic opening ceremony at the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics and wanted to bring the experience to Utahns.
"I saw the ski hill and all of a sudden, lights started to appear and take shape in the form of a snowboarder, a dove and the Olympic rings. At first, it seemed too incredible to be real-life. I didn't know what to think. When they announced it was synchronized drones, I couldn't believe it. Until that point, the technology I had seen was just one drone flying around," Stone said. "It's exciting to think that this is available to the general public now. It's stunning technology."
Open Sky has created epic drone shows set to music, in place of fireworks and for private birthday parties for clients who want a showstopper event to impress their guests. Drone shows are safer than fireworks in areas with high wildfire risk, and just as spectacular, as hundreds of drones fly in sync with each other.
Many of the drone shows Open Sky Production creates are for private events, and the team at Open Sky is excited to showcase one of their productions locally at this free, public event.
Open Sky Productions is a Utah-based drone light show company, from some of the same team behind award-winning frozen attraction Ice Castles. Open Sky has created remarkable and safe drone shows in multiple countries and U.S. states. Visit openskypro.com to see clips of magical drone shows and information about how to hire Open Sky Productions.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Open Sky Productions | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/11/drone-show-by-utahs-open-sky-productions-set-sandy-city-balloon-festival/ | 2022-08-11T10:39:54Z |
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Event: A program to raise awareness of the case of Austin Tice, a journalist and Marine veteran who has been held in Syria for 10 years.
When: Sunday, August 14 at 2 p.m.
Where: National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20045. Ballroom, 13th Floor.
Who: Speakers will include the following:
- Debra and Marc Tice;
- Tony Hunter, CEO, McClatchy;
- President John DeGioia, Georgetown University;
- Jen Judson, President, The National Press Club
- Anthony Blinken, Secretary of State (via video);
- Fred Ryan, Publisher, The Washington Post (via video);
- U.S. Rep. Al Green (invited);
- Jake Sullivan, National Security Advisor (invited);
- President Joseph R. Biden (invited).
This is a private, invitation only event organized by the National Press Club and the Tice Family. Press Coverage is welcome but please let us know you are coming by emailing members@press.org.
The Event will be live-streamed: click here to watch on Youtube.
The Club has hosted awareness events on the anniversary of Austin's abduction for several years but, during the pandemic, safety issues precluded robust attendance and the Tices participated via video. This will be the first time they have joined us in person for this event. In the 2020 event the Club unveiled The Freedom Clock -- a 24/7 365 large display in the lobby dedicated to tracking the time of Austin's kidnapping in years, days, seconds.
We hope through this event we will raise awareness of who Austin is and discuss the current status of his case and what is being done to bring him home.
In the past year there have been significant breakthroughs in the case including a May 2, 2022 Oval Office meeting with President Biden. In that meeting, the President gave explicit instructions to his National Security team on exactly how they should proceed with respect to engaging with the Syrians. Also, in April 2022, the White House Correspondent's Assn. made Debra Tice a focus of their event and President Biden spoke of his interest in meeting with the Tices and bringing Austin home. Since last Fall The Washington Post has engaged in an unprecedented advertising campaign with dozens of full-page ads, first calling for a meeting with the President and now calling for the government to bring Austin home. In the current campaign they are unveiling a banner on their building. This is the most significant message support provided by The Washington Post for a press freedom case. And McClatchy Newspapers has prepared unprecedented news packages and coverage related to Austin's case. The Tices have made countless TV appearances including recent interviews with Jake Tapper and Lester Holt.
As a reminder, Austin Tice is the only U.S. journalist currently being held overseas. He has been held longer than any U.S. journalist – even Terry Anderson of the Associated Press. The position of the American government is that we have every reason to believe he is alive. The U.S. last sent a delegation to meet with the Syrians about releasing Austin in September of 2020 and there were significant steps taken during the meeting and more follow-up by the U.S. is now urgently required.
The Press Club has engaged in many campaigns to help obtain Austin's release over the years. In the last year these have included a 5k Run for Austin with participation in 13 states and four countries and a Change.org petition signed by 150,000 people as well as news conferences, panels, videos and social media. The National Press Club Journalism Institute, the Club's non-profit affiliate has created an exhibit on Austin and launched important and successful letter writing campaigns to Congress.
Contact: Bill McCarren, 202-662-7534 for the National Press Club
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE National Press Club | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/12/event-austin-tice-national-press-club-sunday-2-pm/ | 2022-08-12T20:30:53Z |
Nevada Democrats want solid plan after Title 42
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) -
A Trump-era public health order is causing division on Capitol Hill. The Biden administration announced it wants to rollback Title 42 by May 23, which allowed for the expulsion of migrants because of COVID-19. Nevada lawmakers say the administration needs a plan to deal with an inevitable influx of migrants to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas was on Capitol Hill this week pitching that plan.
“We expect migrant levels to increase,” said Mayorkas during a hearing.
The administration and progressive Democrats argue it is time for the Trump-era Center for Disease Control policy to end, saying it is no longer necessary for COVID reasons and is being used simply to stop immigration.
As for what comes after Title 42 is lifted, the administration released a six pillar plan to devote more resources to the border, enforce existing laws, speed up processing, and more. But for a permanent fix to the immigration situation, Mayorkas argues that needs to come from Capitol Hill.
“We inherited a broken and dismantled system that is already under strain...only Congress can fix this,” said Mayorkas.
Senator Jacky Rosen (D-Nevada) and a growing number of Democrats say this policy should not be lifted until a strong plan is in place. She says she is glad the administration put one forward, but she still has questions.
“How do we keep our border secure and safe, and how do we make sure there’s a good asylum process? We still have COVID, and there’s many other issues,’ said Rosen.
Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV) says Title 42 should not be lifted. He argues there are still health concerns that Title 42 helps alleviate.
“It’s had a big impact in Nevada over the past two years, and we need not to ignore any potential health issues that we can avoid through reasonable precaution,” said Amodei.
A number of state attorneys general are moving to block lifting the order. A federal judge in Louisiana is expected to file a restraining order, and if it comes, the Biden administration says it will comply.
Copyright 2022 Gray DC. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/04/28/nevada-democrats-want-solid-plan-after-title-42/ | 2022-04-28T21:14:20Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "Is there a way to simply use one app to control all of the smart devices in my home? I don't want to have just one brand or download different apps to control multiple devices." Up until now, this has been the common plight of many smart home users, constantly struggling with the inability to interconnect devices from different brands and ecosystems, across different protocols.
Tuya Smart (hereinafter called Tuya) (NYSE: TUYA, HKEX: 2391), a global IoT development platform service provider, has been expanding its commitment to promoting universal open standards that enable IoT products to securely connect and interact.
And this is where Matter comes in. Matter is a communication and application layer connection protocol by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (the Alliance), supported by over 280 companies, including Google, Amazon, Apple, and other early participants like Tuya.
The goal of Matter is to solve the fragmentation problem in the smart home industry by building a unified 'language' to eliminate the compatibility issues between different product ecosystems. Thus, it is also Tuya's mission to have users enjoy a unified and integrated application without worrying about the interaction between varying communication protocols across different devices.
On August 25th, Tuya officially launched its latest product solutions that will support Matter, which will enable global customers to become part of the first group to leverage the Matter protocols and help them to seize business opportunities in the smart home industry.
Tuya's second episode of the video series, 'What's It For' clearly demonstrates the features and value of Tuya's built-for-Matter solutions. 'What's It For' is a popular column created by Tuya this year, which helps makes relatively complex technological concepts and knowledge simple to understand for those who don't share an extensive technology background.
Here are the main requests from manufacturers regarding Matter devices:
Request I: To seize business opportunities faster. The biggest concern of manufacturers is that the time frame of development and certification is too long. Tuya's solutions that will support Matter solve this problem by providing a quick process for product development and certification. In the future, Tuya will create a one-stop development platform, similar to that already available for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Zigbee, to help customers complete the development of Matter devices cost-effectively.
Request II: To enable more categories to connect to Matter devices. So far, the Matter protocol cannot support every category of smart device. Allowing more device categories to connect to Matter will enable manufacturers to build up complete smart scenes and automations to better assist users in making decisions.
Tuya will not only provide customers with a Bridge Hub, but also other hubs such as those for Central Control, Smart Speaker Hub, and Multi-Protocol interaction, which help customers realize the automatic interconnection between Matter devices and non-Matter devices within the local network.
Request III: To break the restrictions of LAN and realize cloud-based device management. Matter is a communication protocol based on LAN, rather than cloud-based device control. To match users' expectations for remotely-controllable scenes, by connecting the Powered by Tuya App to Tuya IoT PaaS, users can realize remote control and operate smart devices from different brands such as Google, Amazon, and Apple. A smart life experience like this will be certain to continually meet users' expectations.
Request IV: Acquire more customized functions. Tuya's solutions that will support Matter not only provide basic device control functions but also offer customized selections in order to help customers realize multi-function controls to attract more users.
In addition, based on years of marketing and application experience, Tuya also provides full-service support when customers develop Matter devices. For example, Tuya's solutions can help first-time Matter device manufacturers to manage information and upgrade OTA without rebuilding the DCL server, by using Tuya IoT PaaS; Moreover, Tuya's solutions can provide customers with automatic manufacturing technology to attach each product with a unique distribution network code to avoid wrong code marks; Furthermore, Tuya, as a long-term ecosystem partner of Amazon, Google, and Apple, helps customers to acquire Matter Badge certifications as well as WWA, WWGA and WWAH Badge certifications.
So far, Tuya has a range of product solutions that will support Matter, such as those for electrical, lighting, sensing, home appliances, and multimedia products. Tuya will work with other Matter protocol participants to ensure the development of a continually expanding range of Matter-compatible products.
Compared with other solutions, Tuya's solutions for Matter provide global customers with a more flexible way to connect multiple smart devices and strengthen support for a globally connected smart ecosystem.
Tuya's consistent efforts in building an open and neutral global smart ecosystem, promoting the application of the Matter protocol, and launching its latest solutions for Matter, all contribute to breaking down the ecosystem barriers and making "all things connected, intelligently" possible.
All measures taken are crucial to Tuya's global customers, especially our Chinese partners. If their smart devices cannot fit and align with major product ecosystems while promoting in global markets, they will run high risk of losing market share capitalization opportunities. Tuya's solutions that will support Matter ensure customers can seamlessly align with major smart home ecosystems such as Google, Amazon, Apple, etc. as well as providing Chinese overseas doing business internationally to become market pioneers and seize cutting-edge business opportunities in the smart home industry.
As a promoter of the Matter protocol, Tuya will reserve a space in its showroom this September at IFA Berlin, specifically for exhibiting Matter and to welcome global developers to experience Tuya's solutions for Matter.
Tuya's solutions for Matter will bring a range of positive impacts to the global smart home industry, and will also encourage over 582,000 developers in more than 200 countries and regions in the Tuya ecosystem to become Matter device developers. From the early device connection to ecosystem development, Tuya has always been a contributor to the open and shared smart home industry, and will always be committed to the creed of 'get all things connected, intelligently'.
View original content:
SOURCE Tuya Smart | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/31/tuya-smart-launches-its-latest-solutions-that-will-support-matter-global-customers/ | 2022-08-31T15:03:42Z |
ESTERO, Fla., June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HTZ) ("Hertz" or the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors approved a new $2.0 billion share repurchase program. The new authorization is in addition to the $2.0 billion share repurchase program announced in November 2021. With approximately $0.2 billion remaining under the previous authorization, pursuant to which the Company has repurchased approximately 88 million shares as of June 14, 2022, the Company now has $2.2 billion available under the programs.
"The increased authorization underscores the confidence that management and the board have in the direction of the Company," said Stephen Scherr, Hertz chief executive officer. "We remain committed to our capital allocation strategy that utilizes organic cash flows and appropriate leverage to invest in technology, modernize our fleet, and return capital to shareholders."
Repurchases will be made at management's discretion and may be executed through a variety of methods, such as open-market transactions (including pre-set trading plans), privately negotiated transactions, accelerated share repurchases, and other transactions in accordance with applicable securities laws. The program has no time limit. The share repurchase authorization does not obligate the Company to acquire any particular amount of common stock and can be discontinued at any time. There can be no assurance as to the timing or number of shares of any repurchases.
The Hertz Corporation, a subsidiary of Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., operates the Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty vehicle rental brands throughout North America, Europe, the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized globally. Additionally, The Hertz Corporation operates the Firefly vehicle rental brand and Hertz 24/7 car sharing business in international markets and sells vehicles through Hertz Car Sales.
Certain statements contained in this release include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. These statements often include words such as "believe," "expect," "project," "potential," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "estimate," "seek," "will," "may," "would," "should," "could," "forecasts" or similar expressions. These statements are based on the Company's current views with respect to future events. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties including prevailing market conditions, as well as other factors. Forward-looking statements represent the Company's estimates and assumptions only as of the date that they were made, and, except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
View original content:
SOURCE Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/15/hertz-announces-new-20-billion-share-repurchase-program/ | 2022-06-15T12:10:20Z |
LAS VEGAS, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today reported preliminary passenger traffic results for May 2022.
"We grew capacity by nearly 16 percent during May, as compared with 2019, and completed the month with a load factor of 87 percent, the highest month since the onset of the pandemic," stated Drew Wells, senior vice president, revenue. "Demand strength continues to persist with forward bookings outpacing future capacity growth and continuing to trend higher than levels observed during 2019. Although early, bookings into the off-peak season are also trending higher than 2019. We continue to expect June loads to surpass May levels, with loads expected to be roughly 90 percent. As COVID cases began rising mid-May, we saw an increase in flight cancelations stemming from crew availability. Due to heightened cancelations, we expect total revenue for the quarter to come in on the low end of our previous guide, at up roughly 28 percent compared with 2019. In addition, we now expect total system capacity to be up roughly 11.5 percent for the quarter, year over three-year."
"The average cost per fuel gallon in May was $4.41 and we now expect to finish the quarter at an average cost per gallon of $4.30," stated Gregory Anderson, executive vice president, chief financial officer. "This increased fuel cost over our previous guide of $4.00 per gallon will result in roughly $18 million in excess expense throughout the quarter. We expect our CASM, excluding fuel and profit sharing, to fall within our previous guide, at up roughly 15 percent when compared with 2019. Updated guidance for the second quarter is included in the table below."
*Total system includes scheduled service and fixed fee contract. System revenue passenger miles and system load factor are not useful statistics as system available seat miles include both ASMs flown by fixed fee flying as well as non-revenue producing repositioning flights used for operational needs. Fixed fee flying is better measured through dollar contribution versus operational statistics.
Las Vegas-based Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) is an integrated travel company with an airline at its heart, focused on connecting customers with the people, places and experiences that matter most. Since 1999, Allegiant Air has linked travelers in small-to-medium cities to world-class vacation destinations with all-nonstop flights and industry-low average fares. Today, Allegiant's fleet serves communities across the nation, with base airfares less than half the cost of the average domestic roundtrip ticket. For more information, visit us at Allegiant.com. Media information, including photos, is available at http://gofly.us/iiFa303wrtF
ALGT/G
Note: This news release was accurate at the date of issuance. However, information contained in the release November have changed. If you plan to use the information contained herein for any purpose, verification of its continued accuracy is your responsibility.
For further information please visit the company's investor website: http://ir.allegiantair.com
Reference to the Company's website above does not constitute incorporation of any of the information thereon into this news release.
1 Year over three-year percentage changes compare 2022 to 2019
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Allegiant Travel Company | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/17/allegiant-reports-may-2022-traffic/ | 2022-06-17T13:01:32Z |
20 state and territorial Democratic parties intend to apply for early 2024 presidential calendar slots
By Ethan Cohen, CNN
Twenty state or territorial Democratic parties intend to apply to hold early presidential nominating contests in 2024, a DNC official told CNN Saturday, as the party reevaluates its process of selecting nominees.
The Rules and Bylaws Committee of the Democratic National Committee, which is tasked with determining the party’s nominating process, voted last month to open up an application process for states that want to hold contests early. The criteria the committee will consider revolve around diversity, competitiveness and the feasibility of holding an inclusive early contest. In recent cycles, four states — Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina — have held the first contests on the presidential nominating calendar.
Those four state organizations joined 16 others in sending letters to the DNC before Friday’s deadline, saying they intend to apply for one of the up-to-five slots for early contests. Iowa, which is largely White and voted for then-President Donald Trump by 8 points in 2020, has a complicated, time-consuming caucus system instead of a state-run primary and is expected to be most at risk of losing its early spot.
In his letter of intent, Iowa Democratic Party Chair Ross Wilburn pitched his state as an opportunity for candidates to engage in grassroots campaigning and to connect with rural voters who have been moving away from the party in recent years.
“It is crucial that potential Democratic nominees hear the voices of rural Democrats and learn firsthand about the economic, social, and cultural issues that are impacting their lives. Iowans take this role very seriously. If, as Democrats, we wish to protect and expand our electoral map, presidential candidates must continue to hear these voices,” Wilburn wrote.
While Wilburn told reporters Wednesday that Iowa Democrats aren’t looking to switch from caucuses to a primary, he said the state party is committed to reforming the process to make it simpler and more accessible.
“We’re also planning to engage with numerous stakeholders all over Iowa to explore substantive changes to the caucuses that would make them more straightforward and accessible,” Wilburn said. “It’s important to us to continue to evolve Iowa’s caucuses so that as many people as possible can participate in this proud tradition.”
With Iowa’s status in question and the DNC looking to have every region of the country represented in the early nominating group, several other Midwestern states are making their pitches to the national party, including Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota and Nebraska.
“Nebraska is in the middle of everywhere — with a mix of urban, suburban and rural voters along with an inexpensive media market — providing candidates a real opportunity to break through with grassroots campaigning that builds the party,” the state’s Democratic Party chair, Jane Kleeb, wrote in her letter.
Democrats in Georgia and Texas are also throwing their hats in the ring. In 2020, now-President Joe Biden became the first Democrat to win Georgia since 1992, and he lost Texas by 6 points.
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa pitched his state’s diversity as a key selling point.
“It is going to be critical in the 2024 election to choose states that best reflect the broad diversity of our country. Texas, with its thriving and growing diversity of ethnicity and industry, offers the competitiveness and inclusiveness that will be critical to inspiring voters across our country,” he said in a statement.
The other states that submitted letters of intent are Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Colorado, Washington and Oklahoma, as well as the party organizations that represent Puerto Rico and Democrats living abroad.
States have until early June to submit their formal applications. The DNC’s Rules and Bylaws Committee will then hear presentations from selected applicants and select a group of states over the summer. That decision will then need to be approved by the full DNC.
The-CNN-Wire
™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved. | https://localnews8.com/politics/cnn-us-politics/2022/05/07/20-state-and-territorial-democratic-parties-intend-to-apply-for-early-2024-presidential-calendar-slots/ | 2022-05-08T00:13:16Z |
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — If it seems as if there are more empty green seats in the stands at Wimbledon than usual this fortnight, that’s because there have been fewer spectators than usual so far.
Through the first six days of main-draw competition at the All England Club, official attendance was listed as 237,927. That is a decrease of 7% from the Week 1 total at the last pre-pandemic edition of the tournament in 2019, which was 256,808.
Removing the last two years from consideration — crowd sizes and ticket sales were limited during Wimbledon in 2021 because of concerns about COVID-19, and the whole event was canceled entirely in 2020 — the 2022 figure is the second-lowest since 2007 (when it was 221,521).
Those numbers are all through the first Saturday of the fortnight. This is the first time the All England Club expanded the planned schedule to a full 14 days by including the middle Sunday, which traditionally has been a day of rest. In the past, organizers decided to add competition on that Sunday on just four occasions — in 1991, 1997, 2004 and 2016 — after there was so much rain in the first week that they needed to scramble to ease a backlog of matches.
On Monday, when asked about prospects for attendance, All England Club CEO Sally Bolton said: “First year of permanent middle Sunday, so we are expecting a record crowd because of that. We’ve got that additional capacity for that day.”
But this year’s Day 1 of the tournament got things off to an inauspicious start, with an announced attendance of only 36,603 — down 14% from the 42,517 on Day 1 in 2019, and the lowest since 2007.
Hard to know, of course, exactly what accounts for the decrease. The coronavirus could be a factor; cases are rising in Britain and three of the top 20 men’s seeds withdrew after testing positive for COVID-19. There are big names missing: Roger Federer was not in the field for the first time since 1998; the No. 1-ranked man, Daniil Medvedev, and other athletes from Russia and Belarus were barred from competing because of the war in Ukraine; Serena Williams lost in the first round. Inflation’s effects might make some people less inclined to spend money on tickets.
In 2016, there was so much rain in the early going that the first round, which is supposed to conclude on Tuesday, did not wrap up until Thursday. The attendance over the first half-dozen days that year was 236,173 — less than 1% below 2022 and the only non-coronavirus-affected total that has been lower since 2007.
In 2007, the total daily seating capacity for the tournament was 33,653; it currently is 37,140. Some courts do not have stands, plus the daily attendance totals include grounds passes, with allow fans to walk around the grounds and watch matches on a large video screen on the outside of No. 1 Court, aside from getting into smaller courts when there are seats available.
___
More AP Wimbledon coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/wimbledon and https://apnews.com/hub/tennis and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/wimbledon-crowds-down-7-from-2019-2nd-lowest-since-2007/ | 2022-07-04T12:50:44Z |
First Sites Initiated for Trial Enrollment to Inform Neoadjuvant Targeted Therapy Options for Lung Cancer Patients
NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lung Cancer Mutation Consortium (LCMC), facilitated by the Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF), announces the initiation of trial sites at USC Norris Cancer Center, University of California-Davis, University of Michigan, and University of Washington for its fourth study, LCMC4 Evaluation of Actionable Drivers in EaRly Stage Lung Cancer (LEADER), examining targeted drugs given as single agents and combinations as neoadjuvant therapies matched to specific genetic mutations.
The LEADER trial, together with matched industry-sponsored therapeutic trials, aims to develop data that will support oncologists in their targeted treatment planning for cancer patients prior to surgery by screening for eleven actionable driver mutations in patients. The trial is now open for enrollment and is expected to include more than twenty trial sites, with investigators from across the country.
"This effort is an important next step to expand the benefits of targeted treatment to patients with early-stage lung cancers. Comprehensive genomic profiling offers critical insights that allow oncologists to select the best treatments for each individual person. We are eager to see how the results of this study can impact patient care," says Mark G. Kris, MD, Attending Physician, Thoracic Oncology Service, Department of Medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and one of the investigators of the LEADER trial.
Additionally, a new "Trial in Progress" abstract will be presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2022 Annual Meeting on Monday, June 6 by Dr. Kris and Boris Sepesi, M.D., F.A.C.S., Associate Professor, Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Division of Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Principal Investigator of the LEADER Trial. They will detail LEADER's primary objective of determining the proportion of resectable NSCLC patients within the trial who possess actionable oncogenic drivers. Results from comprehensive genetic profile testing will inform the LEADER trial sites on their selection of neoadjuvant therapy and enrollment onto independent therapeutic trials with genomically matched neoadjuvant treatment, standard therapies, or other trials if no driver is detected. To access the abstract (Abstract TPS8596), go to meetinglibrary.asco.org.
Patients with early-stage lung cancers who are interested in participating in the LCMC LEADER trial should discuss the study with their oncologist to determine eligibility and the process for enrollment.
To learn more about LCRF and its grants program, visit www.lcrf.org
To learn more about LCMC and the LEADER trial, visit LCRF.org/LCMC4
The Lung Cancer Research Foundation® (LCRF) is the leading nonprofit organization focused on funding innovative, high-reward research with the potential to extend survival and improve quality of life for people with lung cancer. LCRF's mission is to improve lung cancer outcomes by funding research for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of lung cancer. To date, LCRF has funded 394 research grants, totaling nearly $39 million, the highest amount provided by a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding lung cancer research. For more information, visit lcrf.org.
Focused on deepening our understanding of the genetic changes that underlie lung cancers and on improving outcomes in patients whose tumors harbor these oncogenic drivers, the Lung Cancer Mutation Consortium (LCMC) is an association of more than twenty U.S. cancer centers. Through the testing of tumor tissues to uncover genetic changes, LCMC investigators match patients with targeted drugs and clinical trials designed to change the practice of thoracic oncology. The Lung Cancer Research Foundation coordinates and supports the activities of the LCMC. LCMC is a unique model that brings together advocacy, academic, and industry partners in a collaborative setting. This strategy streamlines research efforts, cuts cost and delays, facilitates connections with the lung cancer and advocacy communities, and brings us closer to the goal of precision medicine where therapies are matched to the specific needs of each person with lung cancer.
Contact:
Sheila Sullivan
Sr. Director, Marketing & Communications, LCRF
ssullivan@lcrf.org
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Lung Cancer Research Foundation | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/02/lung-cancer-mutation-consortium-sites-initiate-leader-trial/ | 2022-06-02T14:25:51Z |
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A spate of explosions and fires has turned Russian-occupied Crimea from a secure rear base into a new battleground in the war, demonstrating both the Russians’ vulnerability and the Ukrainians’ capacity to strike deep behind enemy lines.
Nine Russian warplanes were reported destroyed at an air base in Crimea last week, and an ammunition depot on the peninsula blew up on Tuesday.
Ukrainian authorities have stopped short of publicly claiming responsibility, preferring to keep the world guessing, but President Volodymyr Zelenskyy alluded to Ukrainian attacks behind enemy lines after the latest blasts, which Russia blamed on “sabotage.”
Russia seized the Crimean Peninsula from Ukraine in 2014 and has used it as a staging ground for attacks on the country in the war that began Feb. 24. Ukrainian authorities have vowed to recapture Crimea and other occupied territories.
“The invaders will die like dew in the sun,” Zelenskyy, in his nightly video address Wednesday, said of the effort to retake Crimea and other areas.
The explosions represent the latest setback for Moscow, which began its invasion with hopes of taking Kyiv in a lightning offensive but soon became bogged down in the face of fierce resistance. As the war nears the six-month mark, the two sides are engaged in a grinding war of attrition, fighting village to village, largely in the country’s east.
The attacks in Crimea may mark the opening of a new front that would represent a significant escalation in the war and could further stretch Russia’s resources.
“Russian commanders will highly likely be increasingly concerned with the apparent deterioration in security across Crimea, which functions as rear base area for the occupation,” Britain’s Defense Ministry wrote on Twitter.
As a result of the airfield attacks, Russia is moving dozens of warplanes and helicopters to deeper positions in Crimea and to Russian bases elsewhere, Ukrainian military intelligence reported.
Tuesday’s explosions ripped through an ammunition site near the town of Dzhankoi, forcing the evacuation of about 3,000 people. Munitions continued to explode Wednesday and authorities fought the fires with a helicopter, said Crimea’s regional leader, Sergei Aksyonov. He said a search for the perpetrators was underway.
The Kommersant business paper also reported explosions Tuesday at a Crimean base in Gvardeyskoye. There was no confirmation from the Russians.
The British intelligence report said Gvardeyskoye and Dzhankoi are home to two of the most important Russian military airfields in Crimea.
Just over a week ago, explosions rocked the Russians’ Saki air base on Crimea and destroyed planes on the ground. Moscow suggested that the blasts were accidental, caused perhaps by a careless smoker, but Ukrainian authorities mocked that explanation and hinted at their involvement.
Last month, a small explosive device carried by a makeshift drone blew up in a courtyard at the headquarters of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet in the Crimean port of Sevastopol, wounding six people and prompting the cancellation of ceremonies there honoring Russia’s navy.
In other developments Wednesday, two civilians were reported killed and seven wounded by Russian shelling of several towns and villages in the Donetsk region in the east that is the current focus of the Kremlin offensive.
In the south, Russian warplanes fired cruise missiles at the Odesa region overnight, wounding four people, according to regional administration spokesman Oleh Bratchuk. In Mykolaiv, also in the south, two Russian missiles damaged a university building but injured no one.
Russian forces also shelled Kharkiv and the surrounding region in the northeast, killing at least six people, wounding at least 16 and damaging residential buildings and civilian infrastructure, authorities said.
Meanwhile, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv for a meeting Thursday with Zelenskyy and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
U.N. spokesman Farhan Haq said Guterres will raise the topic of food and grain shipments, nuclear power plant safety and the recent prison explosion that killed scores of captured Ukrainian fighters, and will “do what he can to essentially lower the temperature as much as possible.”
The last time the U.N. chief came to Ukraine, in April, Russia launched a missile strike on Kyiv.
___
Follow the AP’s coverage of the war at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/crimea-sabotage-highlights-russias-woes-in-ukraine-war/ | 2022-08-17T23:35:02Z |
Ex-cop pleads guilty to manslaughter in George Floyd’s death
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A former Minneapolis police officer pleaded guilty Wednesday to a state charge of aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd.
As part of the plea deal, Thomas Lane will have a count of aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder dismissed. Lane, along with J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao, has already been convicted on federal counts of willfully violating Floyd’s rights during the May 2020 restraint that led to the Black man’s death.
The state is recommending a sentence for Lane of three years — which is below state sentencing guidelines — and has agreed to allow him to serve the time in a federal prison. He has not yet been sentenced in the federal case.
Attorney General Keith Ellison, whose office prosecuted the case, issued a statement saying he was pleased that Lane accepted responsibility for his role in Floyd’s death.
“His acknowledgment he did something wrong is an important step toward healing the wounds of the Floyd family, our community, and the nation,” Ellison said. “While accountability is not justice, this is a significant moment in this case and a necessary resolution on our continued journey to justice.”
Lane’s attorney, Earl Gray, said he and Lane would have no comment. Lane was not taken into custody and a presentence investigation was ordered. He is scheduled to be sentenced Sept. 21 on the state charge.
The hearing was streamed over Zoom for Floyd’s family members.
Lane’s former colleague, Derek Chauvin, pleaded guilty last year to a federal charge of violating Floyd’s civil rights and faces a federal sentence ranging from 20 to 25 years. Chauvin earlier was convicted of state charges of murder and manslaughter and sentenced to 22 1/2 years in the state case.
The plea by Lane, who is white, comes during a week when the country is focused on the deaths of 10 Black people in Buffalo, New York, at the hands of an 18-year-old white man, who carried out the racist, livestreamed shooting Saturday in a supermarket.
Floyd, 46, died May 25, 2020, after Chauvin, who is white, pinned him to the ground with a knee on his neck, as Floyd repeatedly said he couldn’t breathe. Lane and Kueng helped to restrain Floyd, who was handcuffed. Lane held down Floyd’s legs and Kueng knelt on Floyd’s back. Thao kept bystanders from intervening during the 9 1/2-minute restraint.
Lane was convicted along with Kueng and Thao of federal charges in February, after a monthlong trial that focused on the officers’ training and the culture of the police department. All three were convicted of depriving Floyd of his right to medical care and Thao and Kueng were also convicted of failing to intervene to stop Chauvin during the killing, which was caught on video and sparked protests in Minneapolis and around the globe as part of a reckoning over racial injustice.
After their federal conviction, there was a question as to whether the state trial would proceed. At an April hearing in state court, prosecutors revealed that they had offered plea deals to all three men, but they were rejected. At the time Gray said it was hard for the defense to negotiate when the three still didn’t know what their federal sentences would be.
Thao’s attorney, Robert Paule, was in the courtroom for Lane’s plea hearing. When asked if his client would also take a plea deal, he replied “No comment.”
Kueng, who is Black, and Thao, who is Hmong American, are scheduled to go to trial in June on state charges.
___
Mohamed Ibrahim is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
___
Find AP’s full coverage of the death of George Floyd at: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-george-floyd
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/05/18/ex-cop-pleads-guilty-manslaughter-george-floyds-death/ | 2022-05-18T14:34:31Z |
PORTLAND, Ore., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Froelick Gallery will hold a celebratory First Thursday art reception July 7th from 5 to 8pm for two local painters- Gwen Davidson and Yoshihiro Kitai. First Thursday gallery walks began in 1986 to build community access to art exhibitions throughout downtown Portland. The monthly events became a treasured part of the city's cultural and entertainment fabric and grew to crowds of over 10,000 people enjoying the best of downtown. Missing for the past two years, First Thursday is now back with joy and discovery! Froelick Gallery is thrilled to welcome visitors for its solo painting exhibitions with long-time local artists Gwen Davidson and Yoshihiro Kita. The gallery has even hired a DJ for the event!
Gwen Davidson's exhibition Alignment explores her connection with the changing seasons, her Irish linage and Neolithic stone cairns built to track the solstice. Yoshihiro Kitai's exhibition Ambivalence, is a study of American life through the lens of an immigrant. Born in Japan, and having moved the U.S. from Osaka, his experience of cultural transition and observation of cultural differences continue to inform his art.
Froelick Gallery, founded in 1995, has maintained a continual committed to representing diverse range of contemporary artists from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. We invite you all to gather again to see great art and meet new and old friends. Downtown Portland business owners and Pearl District Neighborhood galleries have maintained their commitment to keeping Portland weird, fun, exciting and above all, safe- we are here and ready to welcome the crowds back. We hope you'll join us!
What: FIRST THURSDAY ART GALLERY WALK
When: JULY 7, 2022 from 5:00-8:00pm
Where: Froelick Gallery
714 NW Davis St, Portland, OR 97209
info@froelickgallery.com
www.froelickgallery.com
503.222.1142
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am to 5:30pm
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Froelick Gallery | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/30/froelick-gallery-hold-celebratory-first-thursday-art-reception-july-7th/ | 2022-06-30T15:34:43Z |
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – Legislation that would ban members of Congress from trading stocks has stalled despite the bipartisan momentum behind it.
Between special briefings and influential votes, Congress has inside information about the stock market and potential power to move it. That’s why some lawmakers introduced legislation to stop members from trading stocks.
Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., introduced one of the House bills. She believes Democratic leadership is intentionally stalling the legislation.
“Which I think is unfortunate,” Spanberger said. “They’re certainly not listening to the calls of their members of Congress saying we want to do better.”
Her bill does have support from both parties. She believes it’s crucial to build trust and have transparency in Congress.
“We have briefings, we have meetings, we take votes that really could help inform us about the movement of the stock market or votes that could move the stock market,” Spanberger explained.
Similar efforts are also frozen in the Senate. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., is behind one of the bills on the issue.
“The American people should be able to expect that when people come to Congress – they’re focused on the people’s business, they’re not focused on moneymaking,” Hawley said.
Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., thinks the frozen progress is just part of the negotiation process.
“Little bit of an effort to look at the bills and maybe take the best of each and combine them because there are multiple proposals,” Kaine said.
Kaine believes the Senate will vote on the issue eventually. But Hawley is skeptical about the chance of getting something done.
“There’s actually not a lot of support because elected officials don’t want to have to give up their financial interests and they don’t want to have to give up their stock holdings,” Hawley said.
Still, both Sen. Hawley and Rep. Spanberger say it’s a priority they’ll keep pushing for.
“I’ll continue to agitate but it might just be that we have to have new leadership before these bills can come to the floor,” Spanberger said. | https://cw33.com/news/washington-dc-bureau/efforts-to-ban-congressional-stock-trading-stall/ | 2022-06-10T20:45:57Z |
Top independent due diligence firm acquires
appraisal companies in Florida and Texas
DALLAS, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BBG, a leading national due diligence commercial real estate services firm, today announced that it has expanded its presence in the Sun Belt region with the acquisition of Florida and Texas appraisal firms. Terms of the acquisitions were not disclosed.
BBG acquired Orlando-based DeRango, Best & Associates and Austin-based David E. Jones & Associates. With these acquisitions, BBG has acquired four appraisal firms since the beginning of this year.
BBG appointed Daniel R. DeRango, MAI, and Richard A. Best, MAI, who jointly managed their firm, as Managing Directors at BBG's Orlando office.
BBG also named David E. Jones, MSA, EAC, as Senior Managing Director at BBG's Austin office. Mr. Jones served as CEO at his Austin firm prior to joining BBG.
BBG also appointed Abigail Jones and Zoe Zhang as Managing Directors at BBG's Austin office. Ms. Jones and Ms. Zhang served as Managing Partners at David E. Jones & Associates.
The acquired firms' other employees also joined BBG's Orlando and Austin offices.
Founded in 1998, DeRango, Best and Associates was a full-service real estate appraisal and consulting firm that offered a broad range of appraisals, ranging from vacant sites and strip takings for eminent domain actions to large multi-use facilities, mixed-use projects, office buildings and shopping malls.
For more than 20 years, Mr. DeRango appraised various property types in central Florida and provided expert testimony in state and federal courts. Mr. Best has extensive commercial appraisal experience in Florida and Georgia and served as an expert witness with the U.S. Federal Bankruptcy Court and as a real estate consultant for institutional clients.
Established in 1986, David E. Jones & Associates specialized in a variety of property types including multifamily, assisted living, mixed-use, faith-based facilities, healthcare, hospitality, office, industrial/warehouse, retail, RV parks, athletic facilities and self-storage. Throughout his career, Mr. Jones has appraised and brokered properties in Texas, and served as an expert witness in district, bankruptcy and state courts and as a member of state and national industry associations.
Ms. Jones, who brings more than 20 years in the real estate industry, was responsible for the firm's operations and business development. For nearly a decade, Ms. Zhang has appraised various commercial properties for the firm. She is currently an MAI candidate and is a member of other industry organizations.
BBG CEO Chris Roach, MAI, CCIM, commented on BBG's latest acquisitions: "Our acquisition of these two exceptional firms will play a critical role in our growth strategy in the Sun Belt region, one of the country's top fastest-growing areas in terms of expanding population and robust economic activity. Both firms have outstanding reputations as highly skilled appraisal and consulting firms and possess detailed knowledge of the real estate issues and trends impacting their clients and communities which they serve. We are extremely fortunate to have Dan, Richard, David, Abigail, Zoe and their staff join BBG as we expand in the Sun Belt and other key markets across the country."
BBG offers comprehensive due diligence services including valuation, advisory, assessment, desktop evaluation, energy services, cost segregation, zoning, and ALTA surveys. Headquartered in Dallas, the firm has 48 offices in key US markets and serves more than 4,500+clients. As one of the Big Five national commercial real estate valuation firms, BBG has achieved a reputation for personal attention, on-time delivery and deep expertise in multi-family, office, retail and industrial sectors. For more information about BBG, please visit www.bbgres.com.
Media Contact
Marc Weinstein
Ascent Communications
ascent1957@gmail.com
(908) 967-9958
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE BBG | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/02/bbg-expands-presence-sun-belt-region/ | 2022-06-02T14:50:55Z |
Country
United States of America US Virgin Islands United States Minor Outlying Islands Canada Mexico, United Mexican States Bahamas, Commonwealth of the Cuba, Republic of Dominican Republic Haiti, Republic of Jamaica Afghanistan Albania, People's Socialist Republic of Algeria, People's Democratic Republic of American Samoa Andorra, Principality of Angola, Republic of Anguilla Antarctica (the territory South of 60 deg S) Antigua and Barbuda Argentina, Argentine Republic Armenia Aruba Australia, Commonwealth of Austria, Republic of Azerbaijan, Republic of Bahrain, Kingdom of Bangladesh, People's Republic of Barbados Belarus Belgium, Kingdom of Belize Benin, People's Republic of Bermuda Bhutan, Kingdom of Bolivia, Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana, Republic of Bouvet Island (Bouvetoya) Brazil, Federative Republic of British Indian Ocean Territory (Chagos Archipelago) British Virgin Islands Brunei Darussalam Bulgaria, People's Republic of Burkina Faso Burundi, Republic of Cambodia, Kingdom of Cameroon, United Republic of Cape Verde, Republic of Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad, Republic of Chile, Republic of China, People's Republic of Christmas Island Cocos (Keeling) Islands Colombia, Republic of Comoros, Union of the Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, People's Republic of Cook Islands Costa Rica, Republic of Cote D'Ivoire, Ivory Coast, Republic of the Cyprus, Republic of Czech Republic Denmark, Kingdom of Djibouti, Republic of Dominica, Commonwealth of Ecuador, Republic of Egypt, Arab Republic of El Salvador, Republic of Equatorial Guinea, Republic of Eritrea Estonia Ethiopia Faeroe Islands Falkland Islands (Malvinas) Fiji, Republic of the Fiji Islands Finland, Republic of France, French Republic French Guiana French Polynesia French Southern Territories Gabon, Gabonese Republic Gambia, Republic of the Georgia Germany Ghana, Republic of Gibraltar Greece, Hellenic Republic Greenland Grenada Guadaloupe Guam Guatemala, Republic of Guinea, Revolutionary
People's Rep'c of Guinea-Bissau, Republic of Guyana, Republic of Heard and McDonald Islands Holy See (Vatican City State) Honduras, Republic of Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of China Hrvatska (Croatia) Hungary, Hungarian People's Republic Iceland, Republic of India, Republic of Indonesia, Republic of Iran, Islamic Republic of Iraq, Republic of Ireland Israel, State of Italy, Italian Republic Japan Jordan, Hashemite Kingdom of Kazakhstan, Republic of Kenya, Republic of Kiribati, Republic of Korea, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Republic of Kuwait, State of Kyrgyz Republic Lao People's Democratic Republic Latvia Lebanon, Lebanese Republic Lesotho, Kingdom of Liberia, Republic of Libyan Arab Jamahiriya Liechtenstein, Principality of Lithuania Luxembourg, Grand Duchy of Macao, Special Administrative Region of China Macedonia, the former Yugoslav Republic of Madagascar, Republic of Malawi, Republic of Malaysia Maldives, Republic of Mali, Republic of Malta, Republic of Marshall Islands Martinique Mauritania, Islamic Republic of Mauritius Mayotte Micronesia, Federated States of Moldova, Republic of Monaco, Principality of Mongolia, Mongolian People's Republic Montserrat Morocco, Kingdom of Mozambique, People's Republic of Myanmar Namibia Nauru, Republic of Nepal, Kingdom of Netherlands Antilles Netherlands, Kingdom of the New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua, Republic of Niger, Republic of the Nigeria, Federal Republic of Niue, Republic of Norfolk Island Northern Mariana Islands Norway, Kingdom of Oman, Sultanate of Pakistan, Islamic Republic of Palau Palestinian Territory, Occupied Panama, Republic of Papua New Guinea Paraguay, Republic of Peru, Republic of Philippines, Republic of the Pitcairn Island Poland, Polish People's Republic Portugal, Portuguese Republic Puerto Rico Qatar, State of Reunion Romania, Socialist Republic of Russian Federation Rwanda, Rwandese Republic Samoa, Independent State of San Marino, Republic of Sao Tome and Principe, Democratic Republic of Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of Senegal, Republic of Serbia and Montenegro Seychelles, Republic of Sierra Leone, Republic of Singapore, Republic of Slovakia (Slovak Republic) Slovenia Solomon Islands Somalia, Somali Republic South Africa, Republic of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Spain, Spanish State Sri Lanka, Democratic Socialist Republic of St. Helena St. Kitts and Nevis St. Lucia St. Pierre and Miquelon St. Vincent and the Grenadines Sudan, Democratic Republic of the Suriname, Republic of Svalbard & Jan Mayen Islands Swaziland, Kingdom of Sweden, Kingdom of Switzerland, Swiss Confederation Syrian Arab Republic Taiwan, Province of China Tajikistan Tanzania, United Republic of Thailand, Kingdom of Timor-Leste, Democratic Republic of Togo, Togolese Republic Tokelau (Tokelau Islands) Tonga, Kingdom of Trinidad and Tobago, Republic of Tunisia, Republic of Turkey, Republic of Turkmenistan Turks and Caicos Islands Tuvalu Uganda, Republic of Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom of Great Britain & N. Ireland Uruguay, Eastern Republic of Uzbekistan Vanuatu Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of Viet Nam, Socialist Republic of Wallis and Futuna Islands Western Sahara Yemen Zambia, Republic of Zimbabwe | https://www.albanyherald.com/entertainment/nick-cannon-says-hes-failed-miserably-at-monogamy/article_62068a32-a0b6-57b7-8641-fbb657efb3c4.html | 2022-06-28T16:07:41Z |
PROVIDENCE, R.I., May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clínica Esperanza/Hope Clinic ("CEHC") announces today that the clinic will be the first federally funded "Test to Treat" site in the state of Rhode Island and the nation.
Located in the Olneyville neighborhood of Providence, CEHC is a free medical clinic serving the unmet healthcare and health education needs of a predominantly immigrant, uninsured, Spanish-speaking population. The clinic already offers COVID-19 testing and vaccination and clinic staff have recorded high COVID-19 positivity rates (27%) over the past 12 months. Positivity rates at the clinic have been consistently higher than other sites in Rhode Island throughout the pandemic.
First announced in March 2022, Test to Treat is a federal program to give patients access to life-saving treatments for COVID-19. Test to Treat sites will provide oral antiviral medications such as Pfizer's Paxlovid to individuals that test positive for COVID-19.
On CEHC's selection as the first FEMA "Test to Treat" site, Volunteer Medical Director Dr. Annie De Groot, fondly known as "Dr. Annie" around the clinic, said, "We are ready to provide Paxlovid to individuals who test positive at the new Test to Treat site [and] we will continue to provide vaccines and boosters for those who test negative."
CEHC staff are grateful to the Biden Administration, the RIDOH, RI EMA, and the State of Rhode Island for their support and willingness to focus on the hardest hit communities for the Test to Treat effort that will be lifesaving for our community.
The CEHC Test to Treat site is located at the Neighborhood Health Station at 85 Eagle St. in Providence and will provide Paxlovid to those who test positive for COVID-19 in addition to telemedicine visits with our providers.
Test to Treat services are offered six days a week, and individuals are welcome to walk in without an appointment.
Test to Treat Hours of Operation
Monday: 1-8pm
Tuesday: 9am-2pm
Wednesday: 9am-2pm
Thursday: 1-8pm
Friday: 10am-4pm
About Clínica Esperanza/Hope Clinic
Clínica Esperanza provides linguistically-appropriate, culturally-attuned medical care to uninsured adults living in Rhode Island. Since 2010, CEHC has served more than 10,000 patients, 80% of whom are Spanish-speaking, through various clinics and health education programs. Free healthcare is provided by a team of multi-lingual volunteers and core staff. CEHC believes healthcare is a human right.
Press Contact:
Morgan Leonard, Director of Clinical Operations
Clínica Esperanza/Hope Clinic
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Clínica Esperanza/Hope Clinic | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/26/clnica-esperanzahope-clinic-selected-by-fema-first-covid-19-test-treat-site-us/ | 2022-05-26T17:58:26Z |
Agreement promotes direct connection with the modern Israeli ecosystem
RIO DE JANEIRO, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vibra Energia, one of the largest energy companies in Brazil and leader in the fuel and lubricant distribution market, is expanding its operations in open innovation. The company has just closed a partnership with IBI-Tech in its internationalization process to have a better access to new startups and opportunities. Vibra, which recently launched its innovation hub, Vibra co.lab, has now a direct connection with the entrepreneurial environment in Israel. Last May, the company actively participated in Ecomotion Week in Tel Aviv.
"Vibra has reinvented itself and we are experiencing the biggest transformation ever seen in terms of mobility, guided by the energy transition and a low carbon economy. The challenge is to expand the culture of innovation within the company and the partnership with IBI-Tech is an important step," explains Renato Vieira, Head of Innovation at Vibra Energia.
The objective of the agreement is to encourage the exchange of technologies and bring solutions that meet the challenges in mobility, energy transition and cybersecurity - topics that will be addressed directly at Vibra co.lab, allowing successful connections with startups and scale-ups.
"It's an opportunity discover new methodologies. We believe that we will foster and generate business, in addition to taking Vibra to a new level of international connections with entrepreneurs and researchers who work globally," says Vieira.
"Israel is a leader in technological innovation and this cooperation will have a positive impact on Vibra to achieve its strategic goals. We are very honored with this partnership," says Daniel Skaba, CEO of IBI-Tech.
About Vibra
Vibra Energia provides the best energy and mobility alternative to its customers, aligned with the best ESG practices in the sector. Vibra is licensed under the Petrobras brand, forming a network of 8,300 gas stations. The franchises for the segment are the BR Mania convenience stores and the Lubrax+ automotive lubrication centers. With a national logistics structure, the company has a portfolio of more than 18.000 corporate clients, in segments such as aviation, transport, commerce, electro-intensive industries, chemical products, supply house and agribusiness. With BR Aviation, it has more than 70% of the aviation market, fueling aircrafts in more than 90 Brazilian airports. In lubricants, it is the market leader with Lubrax and has the largest industrial plant for the production of lubricants in Latin America. www.vibraenergia.com.br
Contact: Rafael Tonassi, Telefone: +55 (21) 99417-0404, E-mail: rafaeltonassi@vibraenergia.com.br
View original content:
SOURCE Vibra Energia | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/27/vibra-partners-with-ibi-tech-advances-innovation-sector/ | 2022-06-27T14:44:44Z |
Garland Eugene Daniel
Garland Eugene Daniel, age 84 of Little River, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in Temple. Services will be held on Monday, June 6, 2022, with a visitation starting at
9 am and funeral following at 10 am at First Baptist Church of Academy with the Reverend Brent Boatwright officiating. Burial will be at Wilson Valley Cemetery in Little River.
Garland was born on December 19, 1937, in Little River-Academy to Raymond Daniel and Opal Evans Daniel. He graduated from Academy High School. Following his high school graduation, he attended South West Texas University in San Marcos where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture and a Masters in Education. While at SWT, he met Wilma Jean Etheredge. In July of 1963 in Hermleigh, Texas they married. They were married for 59 years. In 1969, their son Glenn was born. Garland served eight years in the Army National Guard. He also taught school for 10 years in the communities of New Braunfels, Pleasanton, and Belton. He was an active church member serving in many different capacities. He spent most of his life farming the land he loved and providing for his family. He loved God, his family, and his country.
Garland is survived by his beloved wife, Jean; and his son, Glenn and his wife, LaFon. Other survivors include his grandson, Gavin, and his granddaughters, Neika and Kiva and her husband, Reagan.
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home
in Temple is in charge of arrangements.
Paid Obituary | https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_2c242f06-e29f-11ec-8d47-d369ad46ffac.html | 2022-06-05T11:04:53Z |
Sri Lanka is in an economic crisis. Here’s what it’s like for people on the ground
By Rukshana Rizwie, Iqbal Athas and Julia Hollingsworth, CNN
For three straight nights last week, Upul took to the streets of Sri Lanka’s capital city holding a candle or a placard as he protested the country’s worst economic crisis in decades.
Like his neighbors, he was frustrated by the more than 10-hour power cuts that plunged Colombo into darkness, and a shortage of gas to cook with that made it hard for his family to eat.
Then on Thursday — the fourth night — the protest turned violent.
Furious demonstrators hurled bricks and started fires outside Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s private residence, as police used tear gas and water cannons to break up the protests.
“People were visibly angry, shouting,” said Upul, who asked only to be referred to by his last name for fear of repercussions. “Earlier (in the week) they demanded the President to step down, (on Thursday) they were yelling and calling him names.”
For weeks, Sri Lanka has been battling its worst economic crisis since the island nation gained independence in 1948, leaving food, fuel, gas and medicine in short supply, and sending the cost of basic goods skyrocketing.
Shops have been forced to close because they can’t run fridges, air conditioners or fans, and soldiers are stationed at gas stations to calm customers, who line-up for hours in the searing heat to fill their tanks. Some people have even died waiting.
But Thursday night marked an escalation in Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic crisis.
Following the protests, the police imposed a curfew and the President ordered a nationwide public emergency, giving authorities powers to detain people without a warrant. On Saturday evening, Sri Lanka declared a nationwide 36-hour curfew, effectively barring protests planned on Sunday — but protests went ahead Saturday anyway.
Meanwhile, the government is seeking financial support from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and turning to regional powers that may be able to help.
But there is brewing fury inside Sri Lanka — and experts warn the situation is likely to get worse before it gets better.
Days spent waiting in line
For weeks, life in Sri Lanka has involved hours of queuing — just to get basic goods needed to survive.
“Our daily life has been reduced to standing in a queue,” said Malkanthi Silva, 53, as she leaned on a worn blue gas cylinder in Colombo’s baking heat, where she had already been waiting for hours for the propane she needs to cook to feed her family. “When we need milk powder, there’s a queue for that, if we need medication there’s another queue for that.”
Though the situation is now particularly acute, it’s been years in the making.
“30% is misfortune. 70% is mismanagement,” said Murtaza Jafferjee, chair of Colombo-based think tank Advocata Institute.
For the past decade, he said, the Sri Lankan government had borrowed vast sums of money from foreign lenders and expanded public services. As the government’s borrowings grew, the economy took hits from major monsoons that hurt agricultural output in 2016 and 2017, followed by a constitutional crisis in 2018, and the deadly Easter bombings in 2019.
In 2019, the newly elected President Rajapaksa slashed taxes in an attempt to stimulate the economy.
“They misdiagnosed the problem and felt that they had to give a fiscal stimulus through tax cuts,” Jafferjee said.
But while President Rajapaksa was new to the role, he wasn’t new to government.
As defense minister under the leadership of his elder brother, Rajapaksa oversaw a 2009 military operation that ended a 26-year civil war with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The United Nations opened an investigation last year into allegations of war crimes committed by both sides.
After winning the presidential election, Rajapaksa appointed his brother, former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, as Prime Minister and filled dozens of government roles with serving or former military and intelligence personnel, according to the UN. Their younger brother, Basil Rajapaksa, was later appointed finance minister.
In 2020, the pandemic hit, bringing Sri Lanka’s tourist-dependent economy shuddering to a halt as the country shut its borders and imposed lockdowns and curfews. The government was left with a large deficit.
Shanta Devarajan, an international development professor at Georgetown University and former World Bank chief economist, says the tax cuts and economic malaise hit government revenue, prompting rating agencies to downgrade Sri Lanka’s credit rating to near default levels — meaning the country lost access to overseas markets.
Sri Lanka fell back on its foreign exchange reserves to pay off government debt, shrinking its reserves from $6.9 billion in 2018 to $2.2 billion this year, according to an IMF briefing.
The cash crunch impacted imports of fuel and other essentials, and in February Sri Lanka imposed rolling power cuts to deal with the fuel crisis that had sent prices soaring, even before the global crunch that ensued as Russia launched an unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.
Last month, the government floated the Sri Lankan rupee, effectively devaluing it by causing the currency to plunge against the US dollar.
Jafferjee described the government’s moves as a “series of blunder after blunder.”
Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa told CNN Saturday that the Finance Minister and his team were working around the clock to put the economy right. He said it was wrong to say the government mismanaged the economy — instead, Covid-19 was one of the causes.
Previously, the President said he is attempting to resolve it.
“This crisis was not created by me,” Rajapaksa said during an address to the nation last month.
An impossible situation
The unfolding situation in Sri Lanka has made it incredibly challenging to earn money — and even getting to work can be a major obstacle for some.
Auto rickshaw driver Thushara Sampath, 35, needs fuel to work so he can feed his family. But both fuel and food are being rationed, and prices are soaring — the cost of bread has more than doubled from 60 rupees ($0.20) to 125 rupees ($0.42), he said.
Ajith Perera, a 44-year-old auto rickshaw driver, also told CNN he can’t survive on fuel rations.
“With the liter or two we receive, we cannot run hires and earn a living,” said Perera, with tears in his eyes. “Leave alone looking after my mother, wife and two children, I cannot pay the installment for my taxi to the finance company,” he said.
For many, it’s an impossible situation — they can’t afford not to work, but they also can’t afford not to join long lines for basic goods.
Kanthi Latha, 47, who sweeps roads for a living to feed her two young sons, says she quietly slips away from work to join shorter lines for food before hurrying back.
“I cannot afford to take the day off, if I do I may lose my job,” said Latha.
Before the economic crisis, Sivakala Rajeeswari says her husband worked as a construction worker. But with the price of building materials spiking, people are reluctant to undertake even the most basic construction work, she said.
Rajeeswari, 40, says she can still earn a living doing chores at people’s homes, but for the past few days she’s had no time to do anything but wait in line. “I have not had the chance to go and work anywhere,” she said. “When will this misery end?”
Even members of the middle class with savings are frustrated.
Upul, the protester, earns a decent wage in a professional job, but says he still can’t access essentials he needs for his family. He has enough medicine to treat everyday headaches, pain and fever for now, but he worries about running out.
His family has switched to induction cooking to cut down on the use of gas but frequent power cuts make even doing difficult.
“Neither I nor my family or every other person in Sri Lanka deserve this,” he said. “We’ve never been this poor even with all the money we saved and earned.”
What happens next
Sri Lanka is now looking for outside help to ease the economic turmoil — the IMF, India and China.
During last month’s address, President Rajapaksa said he had weighed the pros and cons of working with the IMF and had decided to pursue a bailout from the Washington-based institution — something his government had been reluctant to do.
“We must take action to fill this deficit and increase our foreign exchange reserves. To this end, we have initiated discussions with international financial institutions as well as with our friendly countries regarding repayment of our loan installments,” Rajapaksa said on March 16.
In a news conference Thursday, IMF spokesperson Gerry Rice told reporters: “The Sri Lankan authorities have expressed interest in an IMF-supported financial program.
“We plan to initiate those discussions pretty much in the coming days, and that will include during the expected visit of the finance minister of Sri Lanka to Washington for our spring meetings in April.”
Sri Lanka has also requested help from China and India, with New Delhi already issuing a credit line of $1 billion, India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar tweeted on March 17.
But that would just be “kicking the can down the road,” said Jafferjee, from the Advocata Institute. “This is prolonging the crisis.”
Paikiasothy Saravanamuttu, executive director of the Colombo-based Center for Policy Alternatives, worries people’s frustration with the government could escalate.
“It’s obviously going to have to get a lot worse before it gets better Saravanamuttu said. “There’s a lot of hate and anger against the President and the cabinet. Government lawmakers are afraid to face constituents.”
There’s still so much uncertainty around what comes next — national consumer price inflation has almost tripled from 6.2% in September to 17.5% in February, according to the country’s central bank.
“The prices of essentials are changing every day,” said Silva, as she lined-up in Colombo. “The price of rice yesterday is not the price we will buy tomorrow.”
Thursday’s protests — and the developments since — also raise the possibility of worse things to come.
Upul, the protester, says he has been demonstrating on behalf of all Sri Lankans. But the new emergency rules make him worried.
“I have been taking part in these protests and even though I was injured, I was not discouraged,” he said. “But now, with the new regulation, I am afraid.”
The-CNN-Wire
™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved. | https://localnews8.com/news/national-world/cnn-asia-pacific/2022/04/02/sri-lanka-is-in-an-economic-crisis-heres-what-its-like-for-people-on-the-ground/ | 2022-04-03T05:54:13Z |
CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading value-added wire, cable, connectivity and automation distributor GCG announced today the acquisition of Paige Electric ("Paige"). Paige is a premier, value-added solutions provider of wire and cable products in several specialty markets.
Founded in 1958, Paige has grown to become a full-service solutions provider with engineering and design capabilities and leading experts in the precision agriculture, irrigation, data communications, renewables and general industrial markets. Based in Mountainside, NJ Paige has additional locations in Nebraska, California, Pennsylvania, Florida, Nevada, Texas and Mexico.
"The Paige team's ability to design and develop products has set them apart in the market," said Steve Maucieri, CEO of GCG. "Paige's deep sector and application expertise combined with unique product development and value-added capabilities have established them as true partners with their customers, building strong relationships across the U.S and abroad."
GCG and Paige share a cultural commitment to utilizing associate expertise to ensure customers get the right solutions. This valuable knowledge has been cultivated in both organizations and within specialized engineering teams.
Paige President and CEO Brandon Nagler sees benefits to existing Paige customers and suppliers in GCG's national footprint and reach, as well as its breadth of offering. Nagler said, "GCG's nationwide distribution network and value-added services reflect their focus on meeting customer needs. This aligns well with the Paige culture and will allow us to expand our solution offering to existing and new markets."
Paige represents GCG's sixth acquisition over the past 18 months. GCG has previously added to its portfolio Novalight Telecom Supply, a leading supplier for the build and maintenance of fiber optic and copper networks; Allied Wire and Cable, a specialty wire and cable distributor; C&E Advanced Technologies and Advanced Controls and Distribution ("ACD") / Adcon Engineering, well-respected automation controls, robotics and cable providers; as well as Fourstar Connections.
GCG is a leading value-added provider meeting the wire, cable, connectivity and automation needs of customers across a wide spectrum of markets, including Industrial Automation, Communications and Industrial OEM. GCG also has cable assembly operations and is proud to be a leading wire and cable provider to the U.S. Navy.
William Blair served as financial advisor to Paige and Lincoln International served as financial advisor to GCG on this transaction.
CONTACT: Tom Jones, Vice President – Marketing
COMPANY: GCG
PHONE: 404-323-6074
EMAIL: Tjones@genuinecable.com
WEB: www.genuinecable.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE GCG (Genuine Cable Group) | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/13/gcg-acquires-paige-electric/ | 2022-09-13T16:08:24Z |
Husband, wife charged with murder of wife’s grandmother
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Gray News) – A husband and wife in North Carolina have been charged with first-degree murder for the death of the wife’s grandmother.
According to the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office, Mark Alan Barnes, 50, and Angela Lucille Wamsley, 46, were charged Thursday for the murder of Nellie Sullivan, Wamsley’s grandmother.
Sullivan’s body was found last week, and detectives say an autopsy gave them probable cause to charge Barnes and Wamsley for murder.
The investigation began in December 2020 when Barnes and Wamsley were first taken into custody on numerous charges, including animal cruelty and drug possession. Shortly after, the two were charged with concealing a death in relation to Sullivan. However, investigators did not locate Sullivan’s remains until last week.
“Since the beginning of this investigation we have sought to locate Ms. Sullivan’s remains, afford her the respect she deserved, and restore dignity to the life she once lived,” said Angie Tullis, captain of the Criminal Investigation Division at the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office.
Barnes and Wamsley are expected in court May 31.
Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/04/22/husband-wife-charged-with-murder-wifes-grandmother/ | 2022-04-22T23:46:10Z |
New sponsorship will fund multidisciplinary teams that aim to remove barriers to cancer clinical trial participation, with a focus on medically underserved communities
LOS ANGELES, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) announced a sponsorship from the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson aimed at increasing diversity in Phase 1 and Phase 2 cancer clinical trials. A $5 million sponsorship from Janssen will support SU2C's health equity efforts, including funding four groups of researchers that will develop new approaches to remove barriers to clinical trial participation for patients of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as patients in medically underserved communities. The goal of the program is to address cancer disparities by creating a sustainable, scalable, and replicable approach to removing barriers to Phase 1 and Phase 2 cancer clinical trial participation.
As a part of SU2C's Health Equity Initiative, the Diversity in Early Development Clinical Trials Program, funded by Janssen, will encourage collaborations in four regions, as determined by the selected groups of funded researchers. These research teams will collaborate with Federally Qualified Health Centers, clinics and local advocacy organizations serving medically underserved communities within each region. The research teams will meet to share progress and research findings over the course of the grant period to ensure best practices are being incorporated into the program. SU2C will provide dedicated support for community awareness and outreach in support of the grantee teams, as well as additional funding for local community advocacy organizations to support these efforts.
Each grantee team will be unique in bringing together stakeholders that are deeply connected to the impacted communities. The funded research will integrate social and behavioral determinants of health and community engagement with cancer biology, prevention, and treatment to improve cancer health equity. A mentorship component for early career investigators interested in improving cancer clinical trial diversity will also be included in each team's effort.
"As one of the leading funders in cancer research, Stand Up To Cancer believes it is critical to ensure that the lack of diverse representation in cancer clinical trials is addressed," said Russell Chew, president of SU2C. "This is a national imperative that we cannot turn away from. We need fresh ideas that help to innovate and redesign the cancer clinical research enterprise to include communities that have long been left out. We are incredibly grateful to Janssen for their support in these critical efforts."
In the United States, cancer clinical trial participation remains significantly lower for people of diverse race and ethnicity, and people in medically underserved communities. This is despite the fact that substantial disparities exist in screening, diagnosis and mortality rates for most cancers. According to 2020 data from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 73% of cancer trial participants are white, 14% are Asian, 6% are Hispanic and 5% are Black. Disparities in clinical trial participation mean that many Americans from diverse groups may be less likely to have access to innovative therapies in clinical trials. Importantly, the lack of diverse trial representation makes it very difficult for health care providers to find evidence-based treatments for all patients.
"We look forward to working with Stand Up To Cancer on this important initiative as part of our ongoing commitment to building diversity, equity and inclusion not just in our late phase clinical research but also in our early clinical development programs," said Jeffrey Infante, M.D., Global Head, Oncology Early Clinical Development and Translational Research, Janssen Research & Development, LLC. "As an oncology community, we must come together to prioritize engaging patients from all backgrounds in clinical trials and, at the same time, support research that seeks to understand and overcome the barriers to clinical trial participation."
Interested potential grantees are invited to submit a Letter of Intent by June 30. Applicants who are invited to submit a Full Application should do so by Monday, August 29. The selected teams will be notified in September 2022 and awardees will be required to participate in a SU2C Community Engagement Innovation Summit in November 2022.
Janssen will have input into the selection criteria and how the grant funds are to be used, and SU2C will have the final vote in the selection of the grantees.
SU2C announced its Health Equity Initiative in January 2020. The initiative focuses on three areas: increasing diversity in SU2C-funded clinical trials, initiating advocacy group collaborations and awareness campaigns, and funding research aimed at improving cancer outcomes and screening rates in medically underserved communities.
About Stand Up To Cancer
Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) raises funds to accelerate the pace of research to get new therapies to patients quickly and save lives now. SU2C, a division of the Entertainment Industry Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, was established in 2008 by media and entertainment leaders who utilize these communities' resources to engage the public in supporting a new, collaborative model of cancer research, to increase awareness about cancer prevention, and to highlight progress being made in the fight against the disease. As of January 2022, more than 2,000 scientists representing more than 210 institutions are involved in SU2C-funded research projects.
Under the direction of our Scientific Advisory Committee, led by Nobel laureate Phillip A. Sharp, Ph.D., SU2C conducts rigorous competitive review processes to identify the best research proposals to recommend for funding, oversee grants administration, and ensure collaboration across research programs.
Current members of the SU2C Founders and Advisors Committee (FAC) include Katie Couric, Sherry Lansing, Kathleen Lobb, Lisa Paulsen, Rusty Robertson, Sue Schwartz, Pamela Oas Williams, and Ellen Ziffren. The late Laura Ziskin and the late Noreen Fraser are also co-founders. Russell Chew serves as SU2C's president and CEO.
For more information, visit StandUpToCancer.org, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Stand Up To Cancer | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/16/stand-up-cancer-announces-5-million-sponsorship-janssen-support-initiative-improve-health-equity-clinical-trials/ | 2022-06-16T12:49:22Z |
(The Hill) — High inflation and Russia’s war in Ukraine have led to skyrocketing gas prices across the U.S. The average price for a gallon of gas in the country as of Tuesday was $4.17, according to AAA.
To combat the high prices, Maryland and Georgia paused state gas taxes, while President Joe Biden announced he would release about 1 million barrels of oil from U.S. reserves each day for the next six months.
As of Tuesday, states with the highest gas prices are mainly concentrated in the upper east coast and the west coast, while Alaska and Hawaii also rank near the top.
Below are the five states that currently have the highest gas prices in the country, according to the latest data from AAA.
California
The average price per gallon of gas in California is $5.83, the highest in the U.S.
The state’s soaring gas prices are likely a result of high taxes and California’s reliance on in-state fuel lines or fuel shipments by boat or truck rather than inter-state pipelines, experts told The Hill.
Some of the highest gas prices in California are in the San Bernardino area, which is averaging about $5.91 for a gallon of gas, according to a chart from Gasbuddy.
Hawaii
Drivers in the pacific island state are paying an average of $5.22 for a gallon of gas.
The AAA Hawaii Weekend Gas Watch said the average per-gallon price is a record in the state. Analysts said Biden’s release of oil from the nation’s reserve likely won’t have much of an impact on the island nation’s oil supply, but could still help lower costs.
The island of Kauai has some of the highest prices in the state, with an average of $5.46 per gallon, per Gasbuddy.
Nevada
Average prices in Nevada are the third-highest in the country, reaching $5.17 for a gallon of gas as of Tuesday.
Around tourist-centric Las Vegas, gas prices have leaped to $5.31, according to Gasbuddy.
Average prices in the state have climbed a dollar from $4.17 in early March.
Alaska
Prices in Alaska have now reached $4.71 for a gallon of gas on average.
The highest prices in the state as of Tuesday were $4.83 per gallon in the borough of Valdez-Cordova, which is about 150 miles southeast of Anchorage.
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R) has called on President Biden to produce more oil at home to offset the high gas prices, accusing Biden of “begging for oil from dictatorships such as Iran and Venezuela.”
“We can produce it at home with the highest of standards for environmental protection, if you will simply let us,” he said in a release in early March.
Washington
Washington state ranks fifth for the average price of a gallon of gas, at $4.70.
The Seattle area is reporting an average of $4.91 per gallon, the highest in the state, according to Gasbuddy.
Washington has one of the highest gas taxes in the state and, like California, has a more limited supply infrastructure. The state does not produce any of its own crude oil or natural gas. | https://cw33.com/news/here-are-the-five-states-with-the-highest-gas-prices-tuesday/ | 2022-04-05T18:17:31Z |
Dutch move to hold 12 yachts ordered by wealthy Russians
THE HAGUE (AP) — The Dutch government says it is making sure a dozen yachts ordered by super-wealthy Russians are not delivered to anyone as part of sanctions imposed over the war in Ukraine. Dutch Foreign Minister Wopke Hoekstra wrote in a letter to parliament on Wednesday that the oft-complicated ownership structures of such yachts are actively investigated and that no such vessel would be allowed to leave its construction yard. Many Russian oligarchs that are now targeted by European Union sanctions have looked to the Netherlands for the super-luxury yachts that the world’s wealthiest people sometimes covet. Hoekstra said at the moment there are 12 yachts under construction in five Dutch yards for “so-called Russian ultimate beneficial owners.” | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/04/06/dutch-move-to-hold-12-yachts-ordered-by-wealthy-russians/ | 2022-04-06T11:55:13Z |
Area near Little Rock, Arkansas, hit by ‘large, extremely dangerous’ tornado
By Steve Almasy, Brandon Miller and Chris Boyette, CNN
A storm system lashing states from Oklahoma into the Midwest brought tornadoes and hail to Arkansas Monday.
A tornado emergency was declared by the National Weather Service office in Little Rock, Arkansas, for a confirmed large and destructive tornado.
“A large, extremely dangerous, and potentially deadly tornado is on the ground,” the National Weather Service said in a tweet at 8:34 p.m. CT. “To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW!”
The weather service said the tornado was reported by an observer at Little Rock Air Force Base.
At 8:19 p.m. CT, the weather service reported the tornado was located over Olmstead, or near the air base, moving east at 35 mph. Olmstead is about 15 miles north of downtown Little Rock.
As the storm system moved through the state, several tornado warnings were issued and the weather service’s Storm Prediction Center said there were five tornado reports in Arkansas.
There were more than two dozen hail reports in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
The University of Central Arkansas canceled Tuesday classes after the severe weather.
“Due to a power outage and some isolated flooding on campus, all classes are canceled on Tuesday, April 12. The campus will remain open and business operations will continue,” the university said in a tweet. The university is located in Conway, Arkansas, just over 30 miles north of Little Rock.
The weather service also issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee, including the city of Memphis, until 4 a.m.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
The-CNN-Wire
™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved. | https://localnews8.com/video/2022/04/12/area-near-little-rock-arkansas-hit-by-large-extremely-dangerous-tornado-2/ | 2022-04-12T10:31:59Z |
First-of-its-Kind "GROW WITH BLUE" Program Delivers Distinct and Proven Website and SEO Technologies to HVACR Contractors to Generate High-Quality Low-Cost Leads, Win Business, and Drive Overall Cooperative Ecosystem
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MTA360, MarTech's 2021 Top Google Marketing provider serving the home improvement, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), and related industries, announced today it has entered into an exclusive agreement with BLUE HAWK, the nation's leading cooperative for independent HVACR wholesalers, to deliver industry-tailored digital marketing programs. MTA360 will help drive demand for BLUE HAWK's 200-plus HVACR distributor member-owners, especially downstream independent contractors, through the arrangement.
MTA360 specializes in HVACR industry-specific SEO-ready websites, AI Chat, and search optimization programs designed to increase online visibility, generate real business, and accelerate growth, which is particularly important during the economic downturn.
Through this first-of-its-kind industry program, MTA360 will offer proven digital marketing strategies, services, and technologies to BLUE HAWK members and their contractor partners across the cooperative's ecosystem. In this first-time deal, MTA360's offer includes building a new, from-scratch WordPress website -- and every two years building a brand new updated website at no additional charge -- as well as a month of complimentary services, 5% off the list price, and 12 months free access to two core technology tools: Review Software and AI Website Chat.
"We are pleased to partner with MTA360 to bring its proven digital marketing expertise to our member-owners and their customers," said Lance Rantala, CEO of BLUE HAWK. "As we head into the economic downturn, it is crucial that we invest in cost-effective strategies to weather the storm, and be well positioned afterward. We believe MTA360's services will benefit our members, their contractor partners, and the entire BLUE HAWK cooperative model to remain front-and-center for HVACR repairs and new equipment to meet residential and commercial needs."
"As a digital marketing expert in the niche space of HVACR, we are thrilled to be a BLUE HAWK Solution Partner and to assist its members and members' contractor partners with digital marketing solutions that work," said Jack Nagy, president of MTA360. "When a consumer needs or wants HVAC services, they take to googling, and nothing has worked better to drive our clients' businesses than SEO. Our fully engaged clients enjoy an average cost per lead in the $25 range compared with the industry average of $300."
MTA360 designs and develops highly effective SEO-ready websites from scratch using proprietary technology with no templates or themes, which can get in the way of search engine rankings. The company's SEO strategies are industry-specific with built-it natural backlink creation, which is a significant factor in enhancing site ranking, especially on Google. The firm uses proprietary technology to easily drive updates across its customers' websites and provides full-service hosting and support with quick-turn content updates.
Thousands of home improvement contractors are reaping the benefits of MTA360's solution including the firm's distinct AI Chat and Review Software tools to generate new leads and improve conversion ratios. The two technologies go hand-in-hand, but can be utilized independently if desired. The review software makes it easy to generate positive customer reviews, which are important to SEO and increasing website traffic. The AI Chat feature enables 24/7 customer support, allows for easy human interruption when desired, and, on average, converts 60% of chats to leads.
MTA360 delivers proven digital marketing technologies that drive business. As a leading full-service digital marketing, training and advertising agency focused on the home improvement industry and related businesses, the firm was recognized by MarTech magazine as the 2021 Top Google Marketing provider for its ability to create SEO-ready websites that rank prominently on top search engines. The company has headquarter offices in Scottsdale, Ariz., and Tampa, Fla., and is staffed with a team of digital marketing and technology experts. The firm has thousands of clients across HVAC, plumbing, solar and roofing sectors that are reaping the benefits of the MTA360 technology and approach, deploying digital marketing technologies that work and driving an average cost per lead of $25 and as low as under $10.
Media Contact:
Mardi Larson
Amendola Communications (for MTA360)
mlarson@acmarketingpr.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE MTA360 | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/02/unique-blue-hawk-mta360-member-marketing-program-designed-help-hvacr-businesses-during-recessionary-times/ | 2022-08-02T15:33:33Z |
ROCKVILLE, Md. and LUND, Sweden, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CASI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: CASI), a U.S. biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics and pharmaceutical products, and BioInvent International AB ("BioInvent") (Nasdaq Stockholm: BINV), a biotech company focused on the discovery and development of novel and first-in-class immune-modulatory antibodies for cancer immunotherapy, today announced the first-patient-in in China Phase 1 dose-escalation and expansion study of BI-1206, a first-in-class fully human monoclonal antibody (mAb) that targets FcγRIIB, in combination with rituximab in patients with relapsed/refractory Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL). The study design is to assess the safety, tolerability, pharmacology, and clinical activity of BI-1206. The patient was enrolled at Henan Cancer Hospital.
Wei-Wu He, Ph.D., CASI's Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We are excited to dose the first patient in the continued evaluation of BI-1206. BI-1206 has previously shown encouraging early signs of efficacy in Phase 1, a tolerable safety profile, and the potential to be used with multiple therapeutic mAbs that rely on ADCC/CDC* for efficacy. This Phase 1 trial in China will generate valuable information and has the potential to provide early evidence of clinical activity in the treatment of relapsed or refractory Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma."
Martin Welschof, CEO of BioInvent, said: "The initiation of this Phase I trial in China is an important milestone for BioInvent as it marks the expansion of the clinical program of our lead drug candidate, BI-1206. The clinical results have been very promising, and we are looking forward to generating additional data together with our partner CASI Pharmaceuticals with the aim of improving treatment for patients with NHL and addressing this significant unmet medical need."
The National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) granted BI-1206 Clinical Trial Application (CTA) approval in December 2021. Ethics committee approval from a leading investigational site was granted in January 2022. BI-1206 is currently being investigated outside of China in two Phase 1/2 trials. One is evaluating the BI-1206 combination with rituximab for the treatment of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), which includes patients with follicular lymphoma (FL), mantle cell lymphoma (MCL), and marginal zone lymphoma (MZL) who have relapsed or are refractory to rituximab. A second Phase 1/2 trial is investigating BI-1206 in combination with anti-PD1 therapy Keytruda® (pembrolizumab) in solid tumors. Earlier this year, the U.S. FDA granted Orphan Drug Designation, for BI-1206, for the treatment of follicular lymphoma, the most common form of slow-growing non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
BioInvent International AB (Nasdaq Stockholm: BINV) is a clinical-stage biotech company that discovers and develops novel and first-in-class immuno-modulatory antibodies for cancer therapy, with currently four drug candidates in five ongoing clinical programs in Phase 1/2 trials for the treatment of hematological cancer and solid tumors, respectively. The Company's validated, proprietary F.I.R.S.T™ technology platform simultaneously identifies both targets and the antibodies that bind to them, generating many promising new drug candidates to fuel the Company's own clinical development pipeline or for additional licensing and partnering. The Company generates revenues from research collaborations and license agreements with multiple top-tier pharmaceutical companies, as well as from producing antibodies for third parties in the Company's fully integrated manufacturing unit. More information is available at www.bioinvent.com
CASI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a U.S. biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics and pharmaceutical products in China, the United States, and throughout the world. The Company is focused on acquiring, developing, and commercializing products that augment its hematology oncology therapeutic focus as well as other areas of unmet medical need. The Company intends to execute its plan to become a leader by launching medicines in the Greater China market, leveraging the Company's China-based regulatory and commercial competencies and its global drug development expertise. The Company's operations in China are conducted through its wholly-owned subsidiary, CASI Pharmaceuticals (China) Co., Ltd., located in Beijing, China. The Company has built a commercial team of more than 100 hematology and oncology sales and marketing specialists based in China. More information on CASI is available at www.casipharmaceuticals.com.
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act with respect to the outlook for expectations for future financial or business performance, revenue growth, strategies, expectations and goals. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties, which change over time. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and we assume no duty to update forward-looking statements. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict which factors will arise. In addition, we cannot assess the impact of each factor on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors.
The press release contains statements about the future, consisting of subjective assumptions and forecasts for future scenarios. Predictions for the future only apply as the date they are made and are, by their very nature, in the same way as research and development work in the biotech segment, associated with risk and uncertainty. With this in mind, the actual outcome may deviate significantly from the scenarios described in this press release.
For further information, please contact:
CASI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Rui Zhang
Phone: 240.864.2643
Email: ir@casipharmaceuticals.com
BioInvent International AB (publ)
Cecilia Hofvander, Senior Director Investor Relations
Phone: +46 (0)46 286 85 50
Email: cecilia.hofvander@bioinvent.com
BioInvent International AB (publ)
Co. Reg. No. Org nr: 556537-7263
Visiting address: Ideongatan 1
Mailing address: 223 70 LUND
Phone: +46 (0)46 286 85 50
www.bioinvent.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE CASI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/07/casi-pharmaceuticals-bioinvent-announce-dosing-first-patient-bi-1206-phase-1-clinical-trial-treatment-relapsedrefractory-non-hodgkins-lymphoma-china/ | 2022-09-07T12:00:59Z |
MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (AP) — Iza Ali’s five children are still waiting to eat at 3 p.m. It’s not the first day that the family has gone without food since they fled extremist violence in northeast Nigeria six years ago.
She and her husband scrape together $3 a day, but it’s rarely enough to feed the family of seven. Often they scavenge for greens outside the Jere displacement camp where they live on the outskirts of Maiduguri.
“If we don’t see food, we drink water,” the 25-year-old mother says, her 4-month-old tugging at her dress. “Only God can help us.”
Aid agencies are warning that families like hers are increasingly at risk amid lower food production this year in Nigeria and as global humanitarian funds are being diverted as a result of the war in Ukraine.
Acute malnutrition has soared from affecting 1.4 million children in the northeast to 1.7 million in the last year, according to Priscilla Bayo Nicholas, a nutrition specialist with the U.N. children’s agency in Nigeria’s Borno state. In 2017, the number was just 400,000.
“If we don’t treat them, we will lose these children,” she warned.
Like Ali, many in northeast Nigeria have had their livelihoods destroyed since 2009 when extremists started waging an insurgency in Africa’s most populous country. The attacks carried out by Boko Haram and its offshoot — the Islamic State in West Africa Province — have killed more than 35,000 people in Nigeria and neighboring Chad, Niger and Cameroon while at least 2.1 million people have been displaced, according to U.N. figures.
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres met with displaced Nigerians last week while in Maiduguri as he wrapped up his West African three-nation tour in a “visit of solidarity with the victims of terrorism.”
“I saw smiles. I saw enthusiasm. I saw hope,” Guterres said. “And this is where we must invest,” he added, calling for an additional $351 million as part of the overall $1.1 billion for the U.N. humanitarian response plan for Nigeria.
Those who are displaced, however, say their hopes are dimming each day.
At the Banki displacement camp near the Cameroonian border, U.N. staffers are caring for more than 50,000 people displaced by violence. The camp is surrounded by heavily armed soldiers, and filled with women and children whose futures are uncertain.
Patched with bandages and with visible wounds, children suffering from acute malnutrition lay on beds under the watchful gaze of their mothers and caregivers inside the camp’s nutrition center.
Here 20-month-old Mbolena rubs his swollen stomach, which hangs over his tiny body and visible veins. His mother Isa Ali says she’s thankful that at least “he is feeling better now.” Beside his bed, Maryam Hassan cuddles her severely wounded baby passionately as he clings to life.
Many more children are trapped in places that humanitarian workers are unable to access because of security risks, Nicholas told The AP.
Gomezgani Jenda, with Save the Children International’s Nigerian office, said conflict exacerbates the problems already faced by children in the region.
“The humanitarian situation affecting children in these areas continues to be a challenge with an urgent need that is even greater than before,” Jenda said.
In many displacement camps in Nigeria, government agencies provide food while aid agencies mostly focus on educational and health needs. But the amount that comes from the Nigerian government relief agency every two months rarely last more than a few days, said Mala Bukar, chairman of the Jere camp.
The nation’s ministry of humanitarian affairs did not respond to an inquiry from The AP.
Nigerian authorities have started closing some of the displacement camps as part of efforts to return people to their hometowns abandoned in a war that the nation’s leader President Muhammadu Buhari said last week was “approaching its conclusion.”
More than 50,000 Islamic militants have surrendered, according to the Nigerian military. However, the International Crisis Group has said that the most dominant faction, ISWAP, is “consolidating its grip on new rural areas,” in parts of Borno state.
Ali wants the violence to stop there so she and her husband and five children can return home and farm again. However, impending attacks haunt her, so she remains displaced.
“We want to go back,” she said. But only “if the bush is cleared and there are no Boko Haram members that will kill us.” | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/child-malnutrition-mounts-amid-conflict-in-northeast-nigeria/ | 2022-05-13T17:39:14Z |
- Parents and students are shopping on JDDJ and Shop Now to prepare kids or themselves for school.
- Sales of back-to-school essentials are surging – consumer electronics, dormitory furnishings, office supplies and sports apparel record multifold increase.
- Gen-Z freshmen prefer ordering stuff needed on-site over carrying everything from home to dorm, thanks to convenience and timeliness brought by JDDJ and Shop Now.
SHANGHAI, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JDDJ, the on-demand retail platform operated by Dada Group (Nasdaq: DADA), is getting increasingly popular among parents and students preparing for back-to-school.
Data on JDDJ and Shop Now from last week shows eminent growth in dormitory necessities. Sales of lamps, bed covers, and laundry supplies increased by over tenfold compared to the same period last year. Office supplies such as electronic dictionaries, marker pens, and gel pens also achieved strong growth of over nine times year-over-year.
Stationary and dormitory furnishings are not the only items on the back-to-school shopping list. The need for sports apparel and consumer electronics has also been triggered as students are returning to class – sales of sportswear, training shoes, and yoga mats increased by over ten times year-over-year while consumer electronic sales were also leaping, with tablet PCs and video game consoles growing by 170% compared to the same period last year. In addition, cosmetics is another category that has been driven by the back-to-school shoppers this year. Data shows the sales of make-up sets increased by more than ten times year-over-year, while perfumes and lip glosses were up by more than six times, and hair curlers recorded a 260% growth compared to the same time last year.
Another interesting finding is that JDDJ and Shop Now are leveraging the on-demand retail model to help a lot of Gen-Z consumers – many of whom are college freshmen this year – to "travel light" without carrying heavy luggage to campus like students used to do. Xiao Liu, for instance, ordered a hair dryer on Shop Now when she arrived to her dorm in a university in Shanghai – and received it after only 30 minutes. "I really don't have to buy everything in advance and carry it here," said the freshman. "You can order what you need 'on site' when you arrive, and get it really quick."
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE DADA GROUP | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/09/07/back-to-school-shopping-goes-trendy-with-jddj-sales-consumer-electronics-school-necessities-cosmetics-surge/ | 2022-09-07T04:09:51Z |
Attorneys from Houston trial boutique named to the prestigious legal guide for 2023
HOUSTON, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The trial attorneys at Blizzard Law PLLC have been named to the 2023 edition of Best Lawyers in America, one of the most reliable and respected legal guides in the country.
Firm founder Ed Blizzard is honored for his work in personal injury litigation on behalf of plaintiffs. With over 40 years' experience handling complex litigation involving personal injury and mass tort claims, Mr. Blizzard has developed a national reputation for securing favorable verdicts for his clients and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America each year consecutively since 2003.
"These honors give me more motivation to continue to pursue justice for my clients," said Mr. Blizzard. "I am thankful to my peers in the legal industry who made this recognition possible, and for the team we have built at the firm."
Repeat honoree and trial lawyer Anna Greenberg is recognized by Best Lawyers in America for her work in mass tort litigation and class action lawsuits on behalf of plaintiffs. Ms. Greenberg has developed a reputation for a tenacious pursuit of justice and has extensive experience in a wide variety of practice areas. Her recent accolades include being named on The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 list.
"This recognition is a testament to our dedication to the legal industry and to our clients," said Ms. Greenberg. "We are very thankful and thrilled to know our peers acknowledge our hard work, commitment and results."
Recently, the team at Blizzard Law was also honored by the National Law Journal and Texas Lawyer for their record verdict against Hilton in a sexual assault case that resulted in a $44 million verdict rendered by a jury.
Since launching in 1983, Best Lawyers in America has become a definitive guide to legal excellence and the top legal talent in the country. One of oldest peer-review guides in the nation, Best Lawyers compiles its list from surveys of tens of thousands of attorneys nationwide followed by a rigorous vetting by the magazine's research staff.
For more information about Best Lawyer's methodology or for a complete list of this year's honorees, visit www.bestlawyers.com/
Media Contact:
Alyssa Woulfe
800-559-4534
alyssa@androvett.com
View original content:
SOURCE Blizzard Law | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/22/blizzard-law-attorneys-earn-best-lawyers-america-recognition/ | 2022-08-22T17:44:00Z |
SHANGHAI, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 8, S'Young Group Co., Ltd. (S'Young, the Company) (300740.SZ) ( below referred to as S'Young) completed its investment in the French luxury brand PIER AUGÉ and acquired its Chinese business. The team and strategic direction of PIER AUGÉ will remain unchanged, and S'YOUNG will carry out more in-depth cooperation with PIER AUGÉ.
As the preferred China partner for global beauty brands, S'Young is committed to building mutually beneficial and win-win relationships with overseas brands to share the long-term value of China's market growth. Through its original "CP" cooperation model (China Partner + Couple), S'Young has empowered PIER AUGÉ with all-dimensional and omni-channel capabilities, helping the brand develop from 0 to 1 in the Chinese market and establish a niche and unique brand image. This investment marks a reinforcement of the "CP' model, which can provide a higher level of cooperation in equity acquisition, investment, and strategic collaboration according to the wishes and needs of the overseas brand.
Founded in 1961, PIER AUGÉ is a niche French luxury skincare brand with a 61-year history. It has a factory in Paris and is a beloved brand among well-known celebrities such as former French President Francois Hollande, and has received a letter of thanks from former U.S. First Lady Hillary.
In 2020, PIER AUGÉ ended the cooperation with its previous distributor and chose S'Young as the exclusive partner in China, who successfully helped the brand to quickly pervaded the Chinese market within six months. With comprehensive capabilities to empower overseas brands, S'Young has helped PIER AUGÉ achieve a soaring performance in the Chinese market by establishing an official flagship store with brand characteristics, formulating product positioning in line with the beauty trends in the Chinese market, and leveraging its strong social media influence. Besides, S'Young has helped PIER AUGÉ develop an effective brand and marketing strategy for the Chinese market, which has contributed to the long-term positive development of the brand in China. PIER AUGÉ opened its first flagship store on Tmall Global in 2021, and its hero product -- Resourcing Treatment Mask DOUCE AURA -- is now ranked TOP 7 of Tmall's Imported Smear Mask Repurchase List.
As a preferred China partner for global beauty brands, S'Young has cooperated with more than 30 overseas brands, covering skin care, make-up, personal care, fragrance, health care, and men's grooming. The cooperative brands cover many countries and regions from North America, Europe, and the Middle East, including the French cutting-edge laboratory brand LIERAC, the Italian make-up brand KIKO MILANO, the Finnish national skin care brand LUMENE, and the prestige perfume brand AMOUAGE, etc., a testament to S'Young 's strength in diversification and international operation. In 2019, S'Young reached a strategic partnership with Johnson & Johnson to fully undertake the e-commerce business of 14 brands under Johnson & Johnson in the Chinese market, which turned out to be a great success for Dr. Ci:Labo, Listerine and many others.
Regarding this investment and acquisition, Charles DUPONT, General Manager of PIER AUGÉ, stated that "The desire of our new partner is not only to deploy the brand in their domestic market but also to make PIER AUGÉ a global player. Due to this excellent start to 2022, we have revised our objectives upwards, and this partnership also accelerates our investment plan with the aim of conquering main markets before 2026."
This strategic investment in PIER AUGÉ marks another milestone in S'Young's deep collaboration with overseas brand. With its original CP model, S'Young provides brands with diversified and personalized ways of cooperation, while having a perfect and higher level full-path cooperation model, constantly exploring new areas and opening up new heights of cooperation between overseas brands and the Chinese market.
View original content:
SOURCE S'Young Group Co., Ltd. | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/10/syoung-completed-investment-french-luxury-brand-pier-aug-acquired-its-chinese-business-deepening-collaboration-between-overseas-brands/ | 2022-08-10T11:48:05Z |
"Hip Hop & Mental Health: Facing the Stigma Together"At the Grammy Museum on June 25th at 3 pm
LOS ANGELES, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Universal Hip Hop Museum, in collaboration with the GRAMMY Museum®, the Recording Academy®, and MusiCares® presents a Black Music Month event, "Hip Hop & Mental Health: Facing the Stigma Together", on Saturday, June 25, 3 PM at the Clive Davis Theater, GRAMMY Museum at 800 W. Olympic Blvd. L.A., CA. 90015.
The UHHM (Universal Hip Hop Museum) is holding a critical conversation to amplify the importance of mental wellness, especially in Hip Hop culture. "Hip Hop & Mental Health: Facing the Stigma Together" will be a moderated panel discussion highlighting Black Music Month. Special opening remarks will be offered by Harvey Mason Jr. (Recording Academy, CEO), Rita George (GRAMMY Museum, Chief Program Officer), and Tina Marie Tyler (Universal Hip Hop Museum, Executive Producer and Advisory Board member).
This live stream panel discussion will be hosted by television host, rapper, actor, and comedian Nick Cannon and produced in partnership with the Grammy Museum, MusiCares, and the Black Music Collective. The purpose of this livestream event is to create an environment where Hip Hop artists and other creatives can share their mental health journeys. Health experts will offer science-based, culturally competent tools to address mental challenges in the genre. Panelists include Adrian Miller (XYION), Claudette Robinson (The Miracles), Michael "Blue" Williams (Family Tree Services), and Dawn Richard (Platinum Recording Artist).
How can community members of the music industry and supporters of Hip Hop culture improve the mental health of our creative ecosystem? In what ways can we address and eradicate the barriers to mental health care? How can we better identify behaviors not conducive to good mental well-being? How do we support their wellness in our roles as stewards and consumers of Rap and Hip Hop artists' work?
What does this support look like while sustaining the financial obligations inherent to the business of making music? VIP audience members will include JC Hall, LCSW (Hip Hop Therapy), Dr. Monique "Dr. Mo" Hedmann-Maxey (Hip Hop Public Health), and Ed Magee (Fender Play Foundation, BOD). They will also offer their insights and experiences to reduce the stigmas associated with addressing mental health concerns. The goal of the UHHM is to give voice to breaking down the stigmas facing mental health healing and wellness in the Hip Hop community.
Complimentary tickets are available here: https://www.universe.com/events/hip-hop-mental-health-facing-the-stigma-together-tickets-GHKW60
Access to the livestream will be available here: https://watch.grammymuseum.org/videos/hiphopmentalhealth
ABOUT THE UNIVERSAL HIP HOP MUSEUM
Anchored in the birthplace of Hip Hop culture, the Universal Hip Hop Museum broke ground in the Bronx in 2021. Built as a space for audiences, artists, and technology to converge and create unparalleled educational and entertainment experiences, the museum is slated to open in Bronx Point in 2024. The UHHM will celebrate and preserve the history of local and global Hip Hop music and culture past, present, and future.
For more information, visit www.uhhm.org. "Like" the Universal Hip Hop Museum on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @uhhmuseum.
ABOUT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM
Established in 2008, the GRAMMY Museum is a nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating a greater understanding of the history and significance of music through exhibits, education, grants, preservation initiatives, and public programming. Paying tribute to our collective musical heritage, the Museum explores and celebrates all aspects of the art form—from the technology of the recording process to the legends who have made lasting marks on our cultural identity.
For more information, visit www.grammymuseum.org, "like" the GRAMMY Museum on Facebook, and follow @GRAMMYMuseum on Twitter and Instagram.
For press and media inquiries contact:
Renee Foster
Director of Communications, Universal Hip Hop Museum
Renee@uhhm.org
T. 347-278-4899
Jasmine Lywen-Dill
Director of Communications, GRAMMY Museum
T. 213.725.5703
jlywen-dill@grammymuseum.org
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE The Universal Hip Hop Museum | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/17/universal-hip-hop-museum-celebration-black-music-month-joins-grammy-museum-recording-academys-black-music-collective-musicares-curated-live-panel-moderated-by-nick-cannon/ | 2022-06-17T20:00:57Z |
–First Tuesdays will be FREE–
SUPERIOR, Ariz., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boyce Thompson Arboretum will implement a new admissions fee to help with the rising costs of maintaining 372 acres, including 105 acres of gardens and historic structures, and help meet the growing expectations and demands of visitors, as well. The new increased fee allows the Arboretum to keep pace with the rising costs associated with the maintenance of its impressive gardens, historic buildings, and visitor experience.
Beginning Saturday, October 1st, 2022, the new admission prices will be $19 for individuals 13 and older, $9 for children ages 5-12, and children under five years of age are free. As a private 501c3 nonprofit organization, the Arboretum relies heavily on admissions fees, membership dues, gift shop sales, and donations to cover the cost of operations.
"Increasing the cost of admission allows us to ensure that we properly care for and help preserve our gardens and historic buildings for generations to come," said Lynne Nemeth, Executive Director of Boyce Thompson Arboretum. "The decision to increase fees is never easy, and we thank our supporters for their understanding through this transition."
The last admissions increase was in September 2018 in anticipation of the Wallace Desert Garden opening, which added 13 acres and 1.5 miles of new walking trails and loops and over 5,000 plants.
Accessibility is of great importance to the Arboretum. On the first Tuesday of every month from October through May, the Arboretum will now offer free admission. Tickets are limited, online pre-registration is highly encouraged. Visit btarboretum.org to learn more about free admission days.
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Arizona's oldest and largest botanical garden, is managed by the nonprofit Boyce Thompson Southwestern Arboretum 501(c)(3). The 372-acre facility has nearly five miles of paths and trails through plant exhibits from 11 of the world's deserts, a native riparian habitat, and colorful specialty gardens. Find more information at btarboretum.org.
Media Contact:
Sharon Elliott
Director of Marketing and Communications
(520) 689-4567
sharon.elliott@btarboretum.org
View original content:
SOURCE Boyce Thompson Arboretum | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/16/boyce-thompson-arboretum-announces-new-admission-fee/ | 2022-09-16T11:05:27Z |
Man dies after exiting vehicle while inside car wash, police say
ESCONDIDO, Calif. (Gray News) – A man died after he became trapped inside a self-service car wash in southern California, police said.
According to the Escondido Police Department, officers received a report of an unresponsive man inside the car wash Friday evening.
Officers arrived to find a 56-year-old man trapped between his vehicle and part of the car wash machinery.
Police said it appears the man drove into the car wash and then tried to exit his vehicle for an unknown reason. The vehicle rolled forward, pinning the man between his car and the machinery.
Police said it didn’t appear the car wash machinery was activated at the time.
Escondido is located about 30 miles north of San Diego.
Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/04/19/man-dies-after-exiting-vehicle-while-inside-car-wash-police-say/ | 2022-04-19T16:03:29Z |
1 found dead, 3 hurt on beach below California cliff
Published: May. 23, 2022 at 11:10 AM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
PALOS VERDES ESTATES, Calif. (AP) — Southern California firefighters have found one person dead and three people injured on a beach below an ocean cliff.
Police in the city of Palos Verdes Estates called firefighters before dawn Monday to report a possible person over the side of the cliff.
Firefighters found the four people 300 feet below on the beach.
Fire dispatch supervisor Martin Rangel says one person was dead, two had trauma and one was suffering from minor injuries.
The victims are two females and two males. Officials say they have no details on what happened.
A trail runs along the top of the bluff high above the Pacific Ocean.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/05/23/1-found-dead-3-hurt-beach-below-california-cliff/ | 2022-05-23T17:17:12Z |
RF Cyber Counter-drone takeover technology combines with situational awareness sensor engineering to deliver greater C-UAS interoperability, calibration and control.
RA'ANANA, Israel, MCLEAN, Va., and WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Fend Solutions, leader in radio frequency (RF), cyber-based, counter-drone takeover technology and Syzygy Integration, a next-generation situational awareness technology engineering firm have integrated D-Fend's EnforceAir™ C-UAS with Syzygy's SNAP (Sensor Network Access Point).
The integration will strengthen support for the Team Awareness Kit / Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) across the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Justice (DOJ) and first responders in contending with rogue drone activity at sensitive and critical sites and events. TAK is a cost-effective, off-the-shelf government sponsored solution developed by the Department of Defense that enables tactical data generation, visualization, and sharing to facilitate communications across multiple users and achieve shared tactical situational awareness. This integration also enables EnforceAir to immediately work with camera systems, radars, and other sensor technologies for fusion and filtering via all the capabilities in SNAP. SNAP also enables all the sensor data to work across enterprise networks via secure connections, mobile ad-hoc networking (MANET), goTenna and Iridium simultaneously.
"We are gratified to collaborate with Syzygy Integration," said Zohar Halachmi, Chairman and CEO of D-Fend Solutions. "The integration of EnforceAir's unique and proven cyber takeover counter-drone capabilities with SNAP will lead to greater optimization of cross-functional tactical data flow and communications for various C-UAS scenarios, sectors, and use cases, delivering more robust airspace safety and security in the context of heightened threat levels from hostile and unsafe UAS activity."
"This integration is timed perfectly given the clearly increased threat from unauthorized UAS activity, and the requisite need for enhanced situational awareness and defensive coordination," said Wesley Mitchell, President of Syzygy Integration. "Through this strong collaboration, we are taking more impactful steps towards protecting airspace with greater alignment and coordination across multiple operator users and stakeholders."
"We are proud to deliver enterprise situational awareness to the extreme tactical edge through our goTenna mobile mesh network solution in collaboration with D-Fend Solutions and Syzygy Integration," said goTenna's Chief Executive Officer, Ari Schuler.
About D-Fend Solutions
D-Fend Solutions is the leading counter-drone takeover technology provider, enabling full control, safety and continuity during rogue drone incidents across complex and sensitive environments, to overcome both current and emerging drone threats. With hundreds of deployments worldwide, EnforceAir, the company's flagship offering, focuses on the most dangerous drone threats in military, public safety, airport, prison, major event and critical infrastructure environments. D-Fend Solutions' technology has been chosen as best-in-class and is deployed by multiple high-tier U.S. government agencies – including with U.S. military, federal law enforcement and homeland security bodies – as well as major international airports globally. EnforceAir autonomously executes RF, cyber-takeovers of rogue drones for a safe landing and outcome, ensuring the smooth flow of communications, commerce, transportation, and everyday life.
About Syzygy Integration, LLC
Headquartered in Conshohocken, PA, Syzygy Integration LLC is a company focused on providing next-generation situational awareness to those that protect the homeland. Our suite of products includes SNAP (Sensor Network Access Point), TAK.Team (commercially available TAK infrastructure), Argos (dismounted sensor suite), and full software and cloud development services for next-generation situational awareness. For more information and to learn about career opportunities, please contact us at info@syzygy.co and visit us at www.SyzygyIntegration.com
About goTenna
Founded in 2012, goTenna shipped two generations of consumer mesh-networking devices in 2015 and 2017 before releasing its tactical-grade goTenna Pro product line in 2018. Led by seasoned professionals with broad innovation experience at companies like BBN Raytheon, Qualcomm, and Cisco, the company is backed by venture capital investors such as Union Square Ventures, Founders Fund, Comcast Ventures, Walden Ventures, and MentorTech Ventures. goTenna currently supports over 300 law enforcement, military, and public safety agencies around the globe.
Logo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1333159/D_Fend_Solutions_Logo.jpg
Media Contact
Paul Bilardo
PR@D-FendSolutions.com
View original content:
SOURCE D-Fend Solutions | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/18/d-fend-solutions-syzygy-integration-cooperate-optimize-c-uas-communications-data-management/ | 2022-08-18T11:48:55Z |
GREAT FALLS, Va., June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tollsmart, LLC, a leading provider of detailed toll information on over ten thousand tolling locations across several continents, today announced that it is providing its toll price data to Google Maps for drivers in the US.
With this information, people using Google Maps will be able to view the cost of tolls in advance of a trip, and be able to make smarter driving decisions that factor in time, distance AND costs.
"We launched Tollsmart in 2015 with the mission to help make the world smarter about tolls, and this represents a huge milestone toward that goal. With over 1 billion users across the globe, Google Maps is one of the most popular navigation apps on the planet so we're excited to deliver valuable toll price information to Google Maps customers, especially as more tolling facilities convert to cashless tolling which can be confusing to drivers," stated Tollsmart's CEO and Cofounder Jim Kovarik.
Commenting on the announcement, Tollsmart's CTO and Cofounder Dr. Leonid (Leo) Iogansen said "Tolling systems are often local and can be quite complex and so accurately estimating toll prices across entire continents is a significant challenge which requires a great deal of technology and innovation. Tollsmart was the first app to have offered this solution to the consumer market in the US thanks to the creative and elegant technical approaches that we've developed, and we are delighted that this information will help people be more informed when getting from A to B."
Tollsmart is a leading provider of detailed toll information and technology to mapping and navigation services, logistics and transportation companies and to consumers. Current coverage includes over 10,000 tolling locations in 26 countries across 4 continents, with new countries being added continuously.
The Tollsmart Toll Calculator apps allow drivers to estimate toll costs along a route, see whether a toll tag or transponder is required and alerts drivers to when they'll encounter cashless tolling facilities. Drivers can also use the service to find alternative routes that may be cheaper. The Tollsmart API services are used by developers to add toll costs to their own applications.
More Information
Jim Kovarik
CEO
Tollsmart, LLC
T:(571) 294-7418
E: jim@tollsmart.com
View original content:
SOURCE Tollsmart LLC | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/03/tollsmart-providing-toll-price-data-google-maps/ | 2022-06-03T10:52:25Z |
NORTHBROOK, Ill., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a notification from UL that the Starvvo fire extinguishers identified below bear unauthorized UL Certification Marks. UL has not evaluated these fire extinguishers to the appropriate Standards for Safety, and it is unknown if they comply with any safety requirements.
Name of Product: STARVVO Fire Extinguisher
Remedy: This product should be removed from service. UL recommends that users keep a UL Certified fire extinguisher in a readily accessible location to use in the event of a fire.
Identification on the Product:
The unauthorized UL Certification Mark appears on the extinguisher and the packaging.
For logo please visit UL.com
STARVVO
Fire Extinguisher
Photographs:
For Photos please visit the Public Notices section of UL.com
Known to be distributed and sold by: PT Global Mitra Proteksindo, PT Milenia Mega Mandiri, and other online sellers on eCommerce platforms. https://starvvo.com/produk-starvvo
About UL
UL is a global safety science leader. We deliver testing, inspection and certification (TIC), training and advisory services, risk management solutions, and essential business insights to help our customers, based in more than 100 countries, achieve their safety, security, and sustainability goals. We believe our deep knowledge of products and intelligence across supply chains make us the partner of choice for customers with complex challenges. Discover more at UL.com.
Peyton Zylke
Corporate Communications
UL
847.226.3483
Peyton.Zylke@ul.com
Release No. 22PN-07
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE UL | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/13/ul-warns-unauthorized-ul-marks-fire-extinguishers/ | 2022-05-13T16:40:00Z |
NEW YORK, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Unity Software Inc. ("Unity") (NYSE: U) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between March 5, 2021 and May 10, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Unity, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Unity includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) deficiencies in Unity's product platform reduced the accuracy of the Company's machine learning technology; (ii) the foregoing was likely to have a material negative impact on the Company's revenues; (iii) accordingly, Unity had overstated the Company's commercial and/or financial prospects for 2022; (iv) as a result, the Company was likely to have to reduce its fiscal 2022 guidance; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
Aggrieved Unity investors only have until September 6, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
Vincent Wong, Esq.
39 East Broadway
Suite 304
New York, NY 10002
Tel. 212.425.1140
E-Mail: vw@wongesq.com
View original content:
SOURCE The Law Offices of Vincent Wong | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/25/class-action-alert-law-offices-vincent-wong-remind-unity-investors-lead-plaintiff-deadline-september-6-2022/ | 2022-07-25T11:36:02Z |
- The boutique coffee chain will usher in the fall season with a variety of flavorful drinks highlighted by a fan favorite – the Pumpkin Blondie -
PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Rock Coffee Bar, a national boutique coffee chain, will celebrate the fall season with its new lineup of drinks that will be available from September 1 – October 31st in all its more than 100 Black Rock Coffee Bar stores across seven states, including OR, WA, AZ, CA, ID, CO and TX.
Highlighting its fall menu is Black Rock's Pumpkin Blondie (served hot, iced or blended), which combines a pumpkin pie flavor with an iteration of ingredients found in Black Rock Coffee Bar's signature drink, the Caramel Blondie.
Rounding out the fall 2022 drink menu is the Salted Caramel Chai, Candied Cranberry FUEL and the Caramel Apple Smoothie. With this menu, the fast-growing coffee chain aims to provide its customers with a variety of flavorful drinks to choose from.
- Pumpkin Blondie – To get into the spirit of the season, the Pumpkin Blondie is a twist to Black Rock's all-time favorite drink, the Caramel Blondie. The Pumpkin Blondie is made with hints of caramel, white chocolate and pumpkin. For a finishing touch, it is topped with cinnamon + nutmeg. The Pumpkin Blondie can be served hot, iced or blended. The Pumpkin Blondie can also be prepared as a shake without the coffee.
- Salted Caramel Chai – The Salted Caramel Chai combines chai, milk and salted caramel topped with a caramel drizzle. It can be served hot, iced or blended. Its blended version features a refreshing ice cream base mixed with a delicious, salted caramel flavor.
- Candied Cranberry FUEL – The iced Candied Cranberry FUEL features Black Rock's popular energy drink brand, FUEL fused with almond and pomegranate and a splash of cranberry juice on top.
- Caramel Apple Smoothie – Black Rock's Caramel Apple Smoothie features an ice cream and green apple base mixed with caramel, ice, and whipped cream. Topping off the perfect smoothie is a yummy drizzle of caramel on top.
Each drink price will vary depending on modifications to the original receipt including alternative milks, additional flavors or additional shots.
Guided by its three principles - coffee, community and connection, the popular coffee chain was founded in Oregon and is known for its premium roasted coffees, teas, smoothies and flavorful Fuel® energy drinks. Its mission is to be a positive force in the communities it serves. The boutique coffee chain was named the Fastest Growing Private Company in Oregon and SW Washington in 2021 by the Portland Business Journal. Most recently, Inc. Magazine ranked Black Rock Coffee Bar No. 837th on its 2022 Inc. 5000 Annual List, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
Black Rock Coffee Bar is a national boutique coffee shop that is known for its premium roasted coffees, teas, smoothies and flavorful blended energy drinks. Founded as a family owned and operated business in Oregon in 2008, Black Rock Coffee Bar has grown to more than 100 retail locations in seven states. The Black Rock culture emphasizes personal and professional growth for each Black Rock employee and ensuring that they provide compassionate customer service towards each person who experiences the store.
For more information, visit https://br.coffee/
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Black Rock Coffee Bar | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/30/black-rock-coffee-bar-announces-its-fall-2022-drink-lineup/ | 2022-08-30T11:17:32Z |
Serving as a world-famous muse, Miami Beach continues to push the artistic envelope
through a variety of expression mediums
MIAMI BEACH, Fla., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami Beach's history and connection to art, design and fashion is a storied one. Famously, world-renowned, Italian designer Giovanni Versace called South Beach home and his love for the destination, vibrancy of the culture and natural inspiration found in the surroundings were evident in his still-iconic fashionwear. Today, Miami Beach continues to serve up creative motivation, most recently during SWIM Week Miami 2022. This year's shows were a display of colorful culture, cutting edge design and a fusion of designs paying homage to the past while paving the way for the future of swimwear. Travelers looking for a creative spark during their travels can explore the many facets of Miami Beach that keep artists of all mediums coming back for more – from visiting local studios and creators to attending marquee events like Art Basel.
"Miami Beach is synonymous with art and design. Throughout the years, those with a creative appetite have spent extended time in the destination, fueling up on the natural beauty and embracing Miami Beach as a creative muse," says Steve Adkins, Chairman of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA). "Visitors and locals will find inspiration and access to experiences, exhibitions and storefronts that bring the essence of Miami Beach to life. Travelers will leave with a renewed sense of creativity and inspiration that will leave an everlasting impression."
One of the best ways to discover the local artist scene is a visit to Oolite Arts, one of Miami's largest support organizations for visual artists. Currently located on Lincoln Road, guests are invited to stop in and meet the resident artists and visiting talent, including the area's youth. Three marquee exhibitions will be available for viewing now through the end of the year including "At the Edge," "Lean-To," and "Unfolding the Space Between: Jennifer Printz." Looking for a bit of history and a stellar menu? Visit The Villa Casuarina, formerly known as the Versace Mansion. Tours are available and an exquisite dining experience at Gianni's allows the opportunity to dine poolside amongst the intricate and colorful outdoor terrace.
Spend an afternoon exploring the many shopping pockets including Lincoln Road and Sunset Harbor or take a short drive from Miami Beach to Coral Gables and visit Colombian designer Silvia Tcherassi's storefront. As the only location in North America, shoppers can expect to find bold accessories and artisanal handbags perfect for a day or night out. Pieces are approachable, starting just under $100. Visitors can also browse her specialty creations and order online from the comfort of their beach chair. Of course, if travelers find themselves in Miami Beach in early December, no experience is complete without exploring an event or two during Art Basel. This year, choose from a variety of pop-up shows, conversations and immersions. Insider tip, a number of hotels, including Faena, The Sagamore and W South Beach feature artist collections and host premiere events exclusive to hotel guests.
"We hope our guests find inspiration from the collection of artists and designers that continuously use Miami Beach as a beacon for ongoing creativity." adds Grisette Marcos, Executive Director of the MBVCA. "Travelers will find experiences, exhibitions and boutiques aplenty, providing opportunities for them to not only visit marquee locations or events while in town, but to also discover keepsakes that will remind them of their time with us well after the vacation is over."
For more information on Miami Beach's storied design history and ideas to inspire travelers to plan their next visit, download the free, award-winning Experience Miami Beach App. Follow @experiencemiamibeach on Instagram and Facebook for the most up-to-date details and insider recommendations.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/21/miami-beach-naturally-inspires-artists-designers-creators/ | 2022-07-21T14:27:02Z |
PITTSBURGH, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be an automatic way to increase eye comfort and prevent sunlight glare while driving," said an inventor, from Antonia, Mo., "so I invented the TRANSITION WINDSHIELD. My adjustable design would offer a safer alternative to traditional window tinting and films."
The invention provides a glare-free view while traveling in a vehicle. In doing so, it offers added protection against sunlight. As a result, it enhances comfort and it eliminates the need to wear sunglasses or adjust the visor. The invention features an automatic design that is easy to use so it is ideal for vehicle manufactures and vehicle owners. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Kansas City sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-CWC-139, 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.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE InventHelp | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/06/inventhelp-inventor-develops-modified-windshield-vehicles-cwc-139/ | 2022-06-06T18:46:46Z |
Foreclosure Starts Decrease 1 Percent from Last Month, While Completed Foreclosures Increase 1 Percent
IRVINE, Calif., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ATTOM, a leading curator of real estate data nationwide for land and property data, today released its May 2022 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, which shows there were a total of 30,881 U.S. properties with foreclosure filings — default notices, scheduled auctions or bank repossessions — up 1 percent from a month ago but up 185 percent from a year ago.
Illinois, New Jersey and Delaware had the highest foreclosure rates
Nationwide one in every 4,549 housing units had a foreclosure filing in May 2022. States with the highest foreclosure rates were Illinois (one in every 2,000 housing units with a foreclosure filing); New Jersey (one in every 2,346 housing units); Delaware (one in every 2,426 housing units); Ohio (one in every 2,667 housing units); and Florida (one in every 2,788 housing units).
"While there's some volatility in the monthly numbers, foreclosure activity overall is continuing its slow, steady climb back to normal after two years of government intervention led to historically low levels of defaults," said Rick Sharga, executive vice president of market intelligence at ATTOM. "But with inflation now at a 41-year high, and runaway prices on necessities like food and gasoline, we may see foreclosure activity ramp up a little faster than most forecasts suggest."
Among the 223 metropolitan statistical areas with a population of at least 200,000, those with the highest foreclosure rates in May 2022 were Jacksonville, NC (one in every 1,052 housing units with a foreclosure filing); Cleveland, OH (one in every 1,389 housing units); Chicago, IL (one in every 1,777 housing units); Fayetteville, NC (one in every 1,823 housing units); and Rockford, IL (one in every 1,861 housing units).
Those metropolitan areas with a population greater than 1 million, with the worst foreclosure rates in May 2022 including Cleveland, OH and Chicago, IL were: Jacksonville, FL (one in every 1,985 housing units); Orlando, FL (one in every 2,295 housing units); and Miami, FL (one in every 2,432 housing units).
Florida, California and Texas had the greatest number of foreclosure starts
Lenders started the foreclosure process on 22,099 U.S. properties in May 2022, down 1 percent from last month but up 274 percent from a year ago.
States that had the greatest number of foreclosure starts in May 2022 included: Florida (2,483 foreclosure starts); California (2,238 foreclosure starts); Texas (2,019 foreclosure starts); Illinois (1,757 foreclosure starts); and Ohio (1,285 foreclosure starts).
Those major metropolitan areas with a population greater than 1 million and that had at least 100 foreclosure starts in May 2022 and saw increases from last month included: Miami, FL (up 81 percent); Washington, DC (up 60 percent); Birmingham, AL (up 56 percent); Cincinnati, OH (up 54 percent); and Jacksonville, FL (up 54 percent).
"It's interesting that there were almost ten times more foreclosure starts than foreclosure completions," Sharga added. "This suggests that financially-distressed borrowers may be finding ways to avoid losing their home to a foreclosure sale."
Foreclosure completion numbers increase 1 percent from last month
Lenders repossessed 2,857 U.S. properties through completed foreclosures (REOs) in May 2022, up 1 percent from last month and up 117 percent from last year.
States that had the greatest number of REOs in May 2022, included: Illinois (350 REOs); Michigan (249 REOs); Pennsylvania (226 REOs); New Jersey (175 REOs); and Ohio (146 REOs).
Those major metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) with a population greater than 1 million that saw the greatest number of REOs in May 2022 included: Chicago, IL (289 REOs); New York, NY (133 REOs); Detroit, MI (124 REOs); Philadelphia, PA (98 REOs); and Pittsburgh, PA (79 REOs).
Report methodology
The ATTOM U.S. Foreclosure Market Report provides a count of the total number of properties with at least one foreclosure filing entered into the ATTOM Data Warehouse during the month and quarter. Some foreclosure filings entered into the database during the quarter may have been recorded in the previous quarter. Data is collected from more than 3,000 counties nationwide, and those counties account for more than 99 percent of the U.S. population. ATTOM's report incorporates documents filed in all three phases of foreclosure: Default — Notice of Default (NOD) and Lis Pendens (LIS); Auction — Notice of Trustee Sale and Notice of Foreclosure Sale (NTS and NFS); and Real Estate Owned, or REO properties (that have been foreclosed on and repurchased by a bank). For the annual, midyear and quarterly reports, if more than one type of foreclosure document is received for a property during the timeframe, only the most recent filing is counted in the report. The annual, midyear, quarterly and monthly reports all check if the same type of document was filed against a property previously. If so, and if that previous filing occurred within the estimated foreclosure timeframe for the state where the property is located, the report does not count the property in the current year, quarter or month.
About ATTOM
ATTOM provides premium property data to power products that improve transparency, innovation, efficiency and disruption in a data-driven economy. ATTOM multi-sources property tax, deed, mortgage, foreclosure, environmental risk, natural hazard, and neighborhood data for more than 155 million U.S. residential and commercial properties covering 99 percent of the nation's population. A rigorous data management process involving more than 20 steps validates, standardizes, and enhances the real estate data collected by ATTOM, assigning each property record with a persistent, unique ID — the ATTOM ID. The 20TB ATTOM Data Warehouse fuels innovation in many industries including mortgage, real estate, insurance, marketing, government and more through flexible data delivery solutions that include bulk file licenses, property data APIs, real estate market trends, property reports and more. Also, introducing our newest innovative solution, that offers immediate access and streamlines data management – ATTOM Cloud.
Media Contact:
Christine Stricker
949.748.8428
christine.stricker@attomdata.com
Data and Report Licensing:
949.502.8313
datareports@attomdata.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE ATTOM | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/14/us-foreclosure-activity-increases-slightly-may-2022/ | 2022-06-14T12:00:39Z |
Constable, three others killed during eviction at apartment complex in Arizona
TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13/Gray News) - Four people were killed in a likely triple murder-suicide at an apartment complex in midtown Tucson on Thursday.
The Tucson Police Department said officers were called to Lind Commons Apartments, located at 3493 East Lind Road, around 11 a.m.
According to several sources, the shooting happened when Pima County Constable Deborah Martinez-Garibay and an apartment manager served an eviction notice.
Sources said the resident being evicted killed the apartment manager, Martinez-Garibay and a neighbor before turning the gun on himself. While the TPD could not confirm the details, they said the scene is safe and no suspects are in custody.
As of 8 p.m. Thursday, only Martinez-Garibay was identified.
Martinez-Garibay was a well-loved U.S. Army veteran, who was active in the Tucson community. She enlisted after Sept. 11 and served nearly two decades before she was injured, while serving in Afghanistan.
In 2019, Martinez-Garibay was honored for her work and received a vehicle from the Recycled Ride program.
“The biggest thing that I am seeing is more than they’re happy about learning the game of golf, they’re happy to have the social interaction with other veterans,” Martinez-Garibay said at the time.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff Friday in honor of the lives in the mass shooting.
Martinez-Garibay, a Democrat, was appointed constable in March 2022. She was set to run against Republican Bill Lake in the Nov. 8 election.
Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/08/26/constable-three-others-killed-during-eviction-apartment-complex-arizona/ | 2022-08-26T07:35:55Z |
WAXAHACHIE — Temple’s first playoff game since 2019 had its ups and downs. The Tem-Cats’ wait to take the field for their next postseason contest, though, isn’t nearly as lengthy. Two days, in fact. And that’s when they’ll aim to bounce back.
Waxahachie’s Makenae Stone went 2-for-2 and scored twice, Kylee Raney outdueled Temple’s Maddison Ruiz as the two rang up strikeout after strikeout, and the Lady Indians squeaked past the Tem-Cats 3-2 on Thursday night to go 1-up in the teams’ Class 6A best-of-three bi-district softball series.
“They are going to fight regardless of the situation,” Temple head coach Le-Net Franklin said. “Overall, we just have to eliminate the mental and physical errors that we did have, and we’ll be OK.”
Game 2 is slated for 2 p.m. Saturday at Tem-Cat Field. If necessary, Game 3 will follow. Temple (19-11), which had a four-game winning streak snapped, certainly hopes it’s necessary.
“I mean, hey, I think the girls know the adjustments they have to make and we’ll be prepared and ready for Saturday,” Franklin said.
Raney worked the outside of the strike zone most of the night, surrendering four hits and fanning 13, including three in the third to leave Temple runners on second and third — two of the six runners the Tem-Cats stranded during the low-scoring affair.
Ruiz was just as difficult to deal with. Temple’s freshman right-hander struck out 13 Lady Indians (20-7) in a complete game and allowed just two hits. Both of those were off Stone’s bat.
“(Raney) did a great job, but we just have to do our part and be a little more disciplined with the outside (pitch),” Franklin said.
After Temple couldn’t utilize a leadoff double by Kaegan Yepma in the third, the left-handed, nine-hole batter Stone beat the defensive shift that Temple employed in the bottom half of the frame to lift the host in front.
With Temple center fielder Chloe Prentiss positioned on the infield, and right fielder Yepma moved into center, Stone lined a base hit to the open space in right. The ball rolled all the way to the wall and Stone ran all the way home for the Lady Indians’ 1-0 lead.
“Just a little mishap, but it’s OK. That happens. We bounced back,” Franklin said.
After Kadin Vire scored from third on a dropped-third strike for Waxahachie’s 2-0 lead in the fourth, the Tem-Cats responded with Ruiz’s two-out, two-run double to the wall in right-center field that plated Yepma and Prentiss and tied it at 2-all in the fifth.
Stone singled to start the bottom of the fifth, advanced to second with some heads-up running after she noticed the bag was uncovered and timeout had not been called, moved to third on a passed ball and scored on a wild pitch for what turned into the game-winning run.
“It wasn’t a hitting battle,” Waxahachie head coach Steve Howell said. “(Raney) did well. She had a couple walks that hurt us, but she battled. We have to help her more on offense.”
The last time Temple was in the playoffs, four seasons ago, it lost to Longview on the road to open that series. The Tem-Cats won the next two.
That’ll be the requirement this time around, too.
“Overall, in general, I think there were some butterflies. I have a young team and for most of them, this was their first playoff game,” Franklin said. “I think they got it out now. They can come back to normal and play our ball. They’ll be OK.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/sports/article_999bb8e0-c767-11ec-985e-bfda47051e7d.html | 2022-04-29T04:20:29Z |
MESA, Ariz., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - 24-7 Intouch, a global leader in contact center technology solutions, has won the 2022 Best of Mesa Award in the Stores category by the Mesa Award Program.
The Mesa Award Program is an annual awards program that honors the achievements and accomplishments of the best of local businesses in the Mesa, Arizona area.
24-7 Intouch first opened its doors in Mesa in 2015, and has completed multiple development projects in the location that has revitalized the surrounding business community. The Company remains one of the largest employers in the Mesa area.
"We are honored and very proud to receive this award from the City of Mesa," said Francesca Bower, Mesa/Phoenix Campus Director for 24-7 Intouch. "All of our employees work so hard to give back to the community, whether it's through the great customer service they provide every day, or through their time and dedication they give by supporting our non-profit organization partners."
24-7 Intouch has dedicated itself to become an integral part of the community of Mesa. The company has been a long-standing member of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce and has also created a successful partnership with the Mesa Police Department along with small business committees to keep Mesa a great place to work.
The Company also has a strong volunteer committee at the Mesa campus, contributing over 1,000 volunteer hours to the community on a yearly basis. This year alone, the Mesa campus has totalled over 150 hours of service. It is highly engaged with a variety of non-profit organizations such as Child Crisis Center, Boys Hope Girls Hope, Feed My Starving Children, and St. Mary's Food Bank among others.
"As a global company, our focus is to immerse ourselves in the communities we are a part of," said Jason Rosser, Executive Vice President and Head of Global Campus Services for 24-7 Intouch. "This award won by our Mesa campus shows our team's investment in making a positive impact on the community they call home.
This recognition comes after 24-7 Intouch was named by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Diversity and America's Best Large Employers for 2022.
The winners in each category of the Best of Mesa Awards are selected based on information gathered by the Mesa Award Program and data provided by third parties. The companies identified for the Mesa Award Program enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and the community of Mesa.
24-7 Intouch is a global customer care and technology company that provides value-driven, future-forward solutions. For over 20 years, we have set a new standard by immersing ourselves in your world to deliver exceptional results. Our customizable customer care platform uses insights and analytics to build loyalty and increase revenue for our client partners. 24-7 Intouch takes pride in developing top to bottom brand alignment on all our programs.
For more on our culture, follow the link to Our Story - https://wi.st/3mJQDVW
View original content:
SOURCE 24-7 Intouch | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/16/24-7-intouch-wins-2022-best-mesa-award/ | 2022-06-16T11:59:34Z |
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- South Atlantic Bank is proud to announce that K. Wayne Wicker, chairman and CEO, has been nominated to serve on the American Bankers Association (ABA) board of directors.
The ABA board of directors is made up of 20 bankers from across the country, and Wicker is one of six new directors to be nominated this year. "Wayne's dedication to our industry and his strong leadership skills make him an ideal candidate to serve as a director of the banking industry's largest, most impactful trade organization. It has been decades since a South Carolina banker served on this national board. I am very proud of Wayne and know he will serve our industry well in this role," said Fred Green, president and CEO of the South Carolina Bankers Assocation.
Wicker has more than 30 years of banking experience. He serves on the South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions and as immediate past chairman of the South Carolina Bankers Association. He also serves on the membership council of the ABA. .
Wicker holds a B.S. degree in business administration from The Citadel and has completed The Graduate School of Banking of the South at Louisiana State University and the South Carolina Bankers School at the University of South Carolina. A former member of the South Carolina Air National Guard, Wicker is a Gulf War veteran.
The American Bankers Association is the voice of the nation's $24 trillion banking industry, which is composed of small, regional and large banks that together employ more than 2 million people, safeguard $19.4 trillion in deposits and extend nearly $11 trillion in loans.
South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK) is a registered bank holding company based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with over $1.4 billion in total assets. The Company's banking subsidiary, South Atlantic Bank, is a full-service financial institution spanning the entire coastal area of South Carolina, and is locally owned, controlled and operated. The Bank operates eleven offices in Myrtle Beach, Carolina Forest, North Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island, Georgetown, Mount Pleasant, Charleston, Bluffton and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The Bank specializes in providing personalized community banking services to individuals, small businesses and corporations. Services include a full range of consumer and commercial banking products, including mortgage, and treasury management, including South Atlantic Bank goMobile, the Bank's mobile banking app. The Bank also offers internet banking, no-fee ATM access, checking, CD and money market accounts, merchant services, mortgage loans, remote deposit capture, and more. For more information, visit www.SouthAtlantic.bank.
Contact: Beth Branham, Marketing Director, 843-848-2030
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE South Atlantic Bank | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/26/wicker-nominated-american-bankers-association-board-directors/ | 2022-08-26T17:54:07Z |
Let’s prepare residents for unprecedented career opportunities
Good jobs have never been more plentiful in our region, state and the nation as Ohioans celebrate In-Demand Jobs Week from May 2 through May 6. Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted are urging communities across Ohio to help create awareness of jobs that pay more than $50,000 per year with less than one year of training.
The goal is to inspire students and job-seekers to earn a credential and pursue a job in Ohio. According to Ohio Means Jobs, there are nearly 250,000 unfilled jobs in Ohio, and more than 150,000 of those jobs pay $50,000 or more per year.
Just one example of such a job is a commercial drivers licensed (CDL) driver. I recently spoke to an Afghan refugee who is enrolled in Stark State's five-week CDL program. He is motivated by the opportunity to earn more than $60,000 per year as a CDL driver and the opportunity to improve his English language skills while supporting his family.
More:Take advantage of Ohio's In-Demand Jobs Week in Stark County
Filling in-demand jobs is a priority for Stark State College and our Strengthening Stark partners, including employers/companies; educators; OMJ Stark/Tuscarawas; federal, state and local funders; workforce agencies; community and social service agencies. Together, we are increasing enrollment in programs that lead to in-demand careers; retraining and upskilling incumbent workers; and educating and training disconnected and/or new workers.
Across Ohio and here in Stark County, we are working to fill in-demand jobs with quality, low- or no-cost education and training programs for people of all ages. Employers are working with schools, community colleges, universities and workforce organizations to attract, retain, develop and advance employees. Lt. Gov. Husted urges Ohioans of all ages to gain skills, credentials, certificates and degrees for better jobs and more prosperous futures by:
- Earning a debt-free college credential, certificate or degree. You can begin and complete college debt-free through Learn to Earn programs. Earn an industry-recognized credential and a pathway to a rewarding career, work and continue your education (maybe with tuition reimbursement from your employer). Learn to Earn is a smart, debt-free pathway to education and career advancement.
- Earning college credit while in high school with College Credit Plus (CCP). In the 2020-2021 academic year, CCP students in Ohio earned 2179 certificates and 5,672 associate’s degrees while they were still in high school, at no cost. In 2021, Stark Education Partnership (SEP) reported that 3,449 Stark County high school graduates earned three or more college credits. For more information, contact your local high school.
- Graduating from high school career-ready with an industry-recognized credential. With an industry-recognized credential, students can work in good-paying jobs while attending college. According to SEP, 804 high school students earned industry-recognized credentials in 2021.
- Starting at a community college, and easily turning a two-year degree into a bachelor’s degree. Tuition at an Ohio community college (including Stark State) is approximately $5,400 per year and PELL federal grants can be as high as $6,900 per year, making community college free for the poorest students.
- Earning credentials or a degree while you work. Thanks to programs like Ohio’s TechCred (www.techcred.ohio.gov), employers can help employees gain skills, credentials and degrees. Ohioans should take advantage of the many opportunities to learn and earn, connect to education and employment and create a better future. Whether you are a 2022 high school graduate, working, unemployed and/or seeking career advancement, Strengthening Stark and our partners can help. Contact us today at InDemandJobs@starkstate.edu to put Strengthening Stark and our partners to work for you.
As a community college president and lifelong resident of this region and state, I believe career opportunities for Ohioans of all ages are better than ever before, especially for those with the right education, training and skills.
With the monumental announcement of Intel's investment of more than $20 billion in the construction of two new leading-edge chip factories in Ohio, there’s no doubt that the state's good jobs will continue to increase. Intel is clear: 70% of the 3,000 high-paying, high-tech jobs at its advanced manufacturing microchip plant will require an associate's degree in engineering technology and/or related fields.
Intel chose Ohio for many reasons, including our excellent workforce, manufacturing expertise, infrastructure, outstanding education and training facilities, location and quality of life. Ohio has the seventh largest economy of 50 states, with a gross state product (GSP) of $675 billion in 2020. We rank third among 50 states in manufacturing gross domestic product.
CNBC ranks Ohio No. 2 in cost of doing business, No. 7 in access to capital and 10th on the list of top states for business.
As the re-shoring of American manufacturing accelerates, Lt. Gov. Husted reports that other multinational companies are also looking at Ohio. Let’s work together to make sure that people of all ages in our community, region and state are prepared for the unprecedented career opportunities ahead.
Stark State College President Para M. Jones serves on the Governor’s Executive Workforce Board; TeamNEO Talent Development Council; Executive Committee of the Stark Economic Development Board (SEDB); executive committee of the Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce; Governance and Workforce and Talent Committees of Strengthening Stark; and ConxusNEO Board. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/opinion/columns/guest/2022/05/03/lets-prepare-residents-unprecedented-career-opportunities-para-jones-stark-state/9612946002/ | 2022-05-03T09:53:16Z |
Most Complex Observatory Ever Deployed Will Now Travel U.S. Mail System
WASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the release of this vibrant stamp, the U.S. Postal Service celebrates NASA's James Webb Space Telescope as it continues its epic mission to reveal the cosmos as never seen before. A dedication ceremony for the stamp was held today at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum.
"The James Webb Space Telescope orbits the sun about a million miles away from our planet. Now it will travel the United States mail system, with the launch of this new Forever stamp," said Anton Hajjar, U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors vice chairman, who served as the dedicating official. "The Webb telescope is sending truly astounding images, I'm sure you will agree! The telescope itself, which we celebrate in this stamp, is an engineering marvel, decades in the making."
Hajjar was joined by Robert D. Cabana, NASA associate administrator and former astronaut; Ellen R. Stofan, undersecretary for science and research at the Smithsonian Institution; Lee Feinberg, optical telescope element manager for the Webb telescope at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center; Erin Smith, Webb telescope deputy observatory project scientist at NASA Goddard; and Elliot Gruber, director of the National Postal Museum.
"When anyone who uses these stamps looks at this telescope, I want them to see what I see — its incredible potential to reveal new and unexpected discoveries that help us understand the origins of the universe, and our place in it," Cabana said. "This telescope is the largest international space science program in U.S. history, and I can't wait to see the scientific breakthroughs it will enable in astronomy."
News of the stamps is being shared on social media using the hashtag #WebbTelescopeStamp. Followers of the Postal Service's Facebook page can view the stamp story at facebook.com/usps.
The pane of 20 stamps is being issued as Forever stamps, meaning they will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price.
Background
Launched on Dec. 25, 2021, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is the largest and most complex telescope ever deployed in space — capable of studying every phase of cosmic history. The telescope is designed to provide wondrous images and unprecedented scientific data. It is capable of peering into the limits of the known universe and can bear witness to the early cosmos. Discoveries enabled by the telescope stir existential awe as they expand our understanding of the heavens.
In addition to providing imagery and data about the far reaches of the cosmos, the telescope will also provide new information about our solar system and details about an increasing number of known exoplanets — planets orbiting other stars within our home galaxy, the Milky Way. Through spectroscopy — the analysis of wavelengths coming from these worlds — scientists can help identify planets with advantageous conditions for supporting life as we know it.
The telescope represents a multinational effort and investment, drawing from talents and resources of NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Canadian Space Agency. The telescope was launched from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, a European Space Agency launch facility. The momentum of the Earth's spin at this near-equatorial location gave a powerful boost to the launch of the European Ariane 5 rocket that carried the telescope.
Released from the rocket, the telescope then unfolded as it traveled to a special position about a million miles from Earth. The sensitive telescope is protected from heat and light by a five-layer shield of high-tech materials, unfurled to about the size of a tennis court. So situated, the telescope operates in extreme cold, at temperatures below 50 kelvins (minus 370 degrees Fahrenheit). The extraordinary chill is vital, as the telescope must sense faint heat and light from celestial sources — some of them billions of light-years away. The telescope's highly polished gold mirrors are ideally suited for this.
Before launch, members of the scientific community from all over the world developed plans and scientific targets for investigation by the telescope. Much of the telescope itself, including its beautiful gold mirrors, was assembled, polished, and tested in various facilities in the United States. The complex process had components shuttled among locations across the nation before shipment to the launch facility in South America. Instruments for science and guidance were contributed by U.S., Canadian, and European partners. NASA managed the overall development of the telescope.
Scientists have great expectations for Webb — including answers to some age-old questions and, without a doubt, a new array of cosmic mysteries.
Stamp Artwork
The image on the stamp is an artist's digitally created depiction of the telescope against a dazzling starscape. Its 18 gold-coated mirror segments — hexagons that combine to form its 21-foot-wide primary mirror—can pick up faint heat waves representing the universe's first accessible starlight from billions of light-years away. Opposite, supported by three struts, is the secondary mirror. Below are the telescope's solar shield, computers, control machinery, and the solar array that provides power.
The words "Webb Space Telescope" appear in white along the bottom edge of the stamp. "USA/FOREVER" runs vertically up the left-hand edge. In the selvage, at top, "James Webb Space Telescope" is printed in gold against the darkness of space, with an image of a star in a gap between the title's last two words. Additional stars and galaxies appear in the background. This image was taken to confirm the perfect alignment of the telescope's mirrors.
Art director Derry Noyes was the designer for the stamp project using existing art by James Vaughan and an image provided by NASA and the Space Telescope Science Institute.
Postal Products
Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at usps.com/shopstamps, by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide.
The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
Please Note: For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.
National contact: Jonathan Castillo
jonathan.r.castillo@usps.gov
usps.com/news
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE U.S. Postal Service | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/09/08/us-postal-service-issues-james-webb-space-telescope-stamp/ | 2022-09-08T15:23:14Z |
HOHHOT, China, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 17, Rabobank published its 2022 Global Dairy Top 20 Report, which showed that Yili Group remains among the global top five with turnover[1] of USD 18.2 billion, firmly holding onto its top leadership position in Asia for the ninth consecutive year.
Yili also achieved the highest growth rate – 31.7% – among the top 20.The company has drastically reduced the margins between the top four while making it challenging for the rest of those on the ranking to catch up by maintaining a strong momentum.
Asia's first dairy company to exceed RMB 100 billion in turnover
This year, the Rabobank Report highlights even more intense competition across the industry. Due to its acquisition of Ausnutria Dairy and strong domestic sales growth, Yili has become Asia's first dairy producer to exceed RMB 100 billion (USD 14.85 billion) in turnover.
Innovation has helped Yili maintain its market leadership in its long-standing core liquid milk and ice cream businesses. The parent brand Yili and subsidiary brand Satine, AMBPOMIAL all broke the record of RMB 20 billion (USD 2.97 billion) in annual sales.
The milk powder and cheese businesses are also emerging rapidly. Yili's retail sales of cheese products increased 6.3% YoY in market share. The Jinlingguan brand topped the milk powder segment regarding its growth rate.
Facilitating development across the entire industry
In addition to rapid growth, Yili has been making its contribution to the industry by promoting win-win collaborations across the industrial chain, global operations, and sustainable development.
In China, the newly launched Yili Future Intelligence and Health Valley – hailed as the "Dairy Silicon Valley" – houses the world's largest production bases in terms of its production capacity, featuring the highest level of digitization and the most advanced technologies in the industry.
Yili is also accelerating the build-out of a global network in major markets. The FY2021 Report shows that Yili achieved an 8% growth in its overseas revenue, with its products covering over 60 countries and regions across five continents. In Indonesia, Yili's first self-built ice cream production base has been put into production, forming a "dual center" (the other center is located in Thailand) targeting SEA consumers. By upgrading the production system and doubling the capacity of its Hokitika butter plant, its subsidiary Westland has effectively expanded the market share for Westgold butter.
This year, Yili took the lead in China's food industry by releasing its Plan for a Net-Zero Carbon Future and Roadmap to A Net-Zero Carbon Future. In addition to establishing China's first net-zero carbon food factory, Yili has launched China's first net-zero carbon dairy product series, including milk, yogurt, organic milk powder, and ice cream.
($1 ≈ RMB 6.74)
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Yili Group | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/18/with-worlds-top-growth-rate-yili-group-once-again-secures-its-place-among-top-five/ | 2022-08-18T04:10:45Z |
"Special Report: Gender Identity – Biden Redefines 'Sex' in Schools," hosted by award-winning investigative journalist John Solomon airs on Real America's Voice on April 28 at 6pm EDT
WASHINGTON, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Changing the definition of "sex" in Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments to include gender identity is an attempt to force acceptance of radical gender identity theory in schools across the country, an upcoming television special will show.
"Tonight's special report will demonstrate the true intentions of the Biden administration as it rewrites Title IX, a civil law authored 50 years ago that bans sex-based discrimination," said Just the News CEO John Solomon.
"This administration is going to use a redefined Title IX in a way that will financially and personally impact every American family and force every school in the country that accepts federal funding to submit to its agenda," Solomon also said.
Special Report: Gender Identity – Biden Redefines "Sex" in Schools will air on Real America's Voice on Thursday, April 28 at 6pm EDT, and will feature interviews with Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, Meese Center Legal Fellow Sarah Parshall Perry, Kansas State Senator Renee Erickson (R), Young Women for America ambassadors Chloe Satterfield and Macy Petty, and Jessica Anderson, Executive Director of Heritage Action.
You can watch Special Report: Gender Identity – Biden Redefines "Sex" in Schools on Thursday, April 28 at 6 p.m. EDT at https://realamericasvoice.com or by downloading the app on Apple or Android. Real America's Voice is also available on DISH Network, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Pluto TV, Samsung TV Plus, and Roku.
View original content:
SOURCE Real America’s Voice | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/04/28/radical-gender-identity-theory-focus-new-tv-special-airing-thursday/ | 2022-04-28T21:18:51Z |
CINCINNATI, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cincinnati Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: CINF) today reported:
- First-quarter 2022 net loss of $273 million, or $1.70 per share, compared with net income of $620 million, or $3.82 per share, in the first quarter of 2021, after recognizing a $540 million first-quarter 2022 after-tax reduction in the fair value of equity securities still held.
- $31 million or 14% increase in non-GAAP operating income* to $253 million, or $1.58 per share, compared with $222 million, or $1.37 per share, in the first quarter of last year.
- $893 million decrease in first-quarter 2022 net income, compared with first-quarter 2021, primarily due to the after-tax net effect of a $924 million decrease in net investment gains partially offset by a $25 million increase in after-tax property casualty underwriting income.
- $75.43 book value per share at March 31, 2022, down $6.29 since year-end.
- Negative 6.9% value creation ratio for the first three months of 2022, compared with positive 4.1% for the same period of 2021.
Financial Highlights
Insurance Operations Highlights
- 89.9% first-quarter 2022 property casualty combined ratio, improved from 91.2% for the first quarter of 2021.
- 12% growth in first-quarter net written premiums, largely due to price increases and premium growth initiatives.
- $244 million first-quarter 2022 property casualty new business written premiums, up 11%. Agencies appointed since the beginning of 2021 contributed $14 million or 6% of total new business written premiums.
- $10 million first-quarter 2022 life insurance subsidiary net income, matching the first quarter of 2021, and 6% growth in first-quarter 2022 term life insurance earned premiums.
Investment and Balance Sheet Highlights
- 6% or $11 million increase in first-quarter 2022 pretax investment income, including a 12% increase for stock portfolio dividends and a 4% increase for bond interest income.
- Three-month decrease of 5% in fair value of total investments at March 31, 2022, including a 5% decrease for the bond portfolio and a 6% decrease for the stock portfolio.
- $4.730 billion parent company cash and marketable securities at March 31, 2022, down 6% from year-end 2021.
Keeping a Steady Approach to Insurance
Steven J. Johnston, chairman, president and CEO, commented: "Non-GAAP operating income started the year strong, increasing 14% compared with last year's first-quarter result. The swing to a GAAP net loss of $273 million, compared with positive net income of $620 million for the same period last year, is due to accounting rules adopted effective in 2018 by the Financial Accounting Standards Board.
"As I've mentioned before, this accounting treatment will continue to create a lot of volatility in net income as equity security unrealized investment gains and losses flow through the income statement instead of the balance sheet as they would have prior to 2018.
"Turning to our insurance business, property casualty underwriting continued to produce steady results as our first-quarter combined ratio improved 1.3 percentage points to 89.9% compared to the first quarter of 2021.
"A somewhat milder winter, our continued focus on pricing precision and our steady approach to insurance reserves helped us reach $165 million in underwriting profit – our highest first-quarter underwriting profit in at least 16 years."
Achieving Consistent Growth
"We're pleased with the progress of our growth initiatives and the premium increases reported by each of our property casualty segments. Consolidated property casualty first-quarter net written premiums grew 12%, including average price increases at percentages similar to the fourth quarter of 2021. Pricing sophistication allows us to consider each account on its own merits, charging a price we believe to be adequate based on its specific risk characteristics.
"The main driver of our growth continues to come from the excellent relationships we develop with our agencies. Thanks to those strong partnerships, the first quarter of 2022 was our highest-ever single quarter of new business written premiums, reaching $244 million. To keep the momentum going, we continue to look for opportunities to appoint new agents while still preserving the franchise value that our agents appreciate. So far this year, we've appointed 51 agencies to offer our property casualty products.
"Our recent efforts to diversify our product portfolio also support our ability to grow profitably. In February, we launched our first product offered through our wholly owned brokerage, CSU Producer Resources Inc. and underwritten by our Lloyd's of London syndicate, Cincinnati Global Underwriting Ltd.SM. Our agents have responded enthusiastically to this new Wind Hail Deductible Buyback policy, and we've quoted $3.5 million in new business in just eight weeks."
Focusing on a Long-Term Investment Strategy
"Downward pressure in both the equity and bond markets contributed to a 7.7% decline in book value to $75.43 per share at March 31 compared with year-end 2021. Despite this movement, we estimate that our quarter-end total portfolio still held nearly $6.6 billion in appreciated value before taxes.
"We maintain a long-term perspective with our investment philosophy and aren't swayed by periodic market volatility. Our insurance business continues to provide cash that we invest in high-quality bonds and dividend-paying stocks. We are poised to further benefit from these purchases when the markets rebound."
- $206 million or 12% growth of first-quarter 2022 property casualty net written premiums, reflecting premium growth initiatives, price increases and a higher level of insured exposures. Cincinnati Re® contributed 3 percentage points to property casualty growth for the first three months of 2022.
- $24 million or 11% increase in first-quarter 2022 new business premiums written by agencies. The growth included a $13 million increase in standard market property casualty production from agencies appointed since the beginning of 2021.
- 51 new agency appointments in the first three months of 2022, including 21 that market only our personal lines products.
- 1.3 percentage-point first-quarter 2022 combined ratio improvement, including a decrease for losses from catastrophes of 8.6 points.
- 2.5 percentage-point first-quarter 2022 benefit from favorable prior accident year reserve development of $41 million, compared with 7.4 points or $110 million for first-quarter 2021.
- 0.9 percentage-point increase, to 58.5%, for the three-month 2022 ratio of current accident year losses and loss expenses before catastrophes, including an increase of 4.0 points in the ratio for current accident year losses of $1 million or more per claim.
- 2.2 percentage-point increase in the first-quarter 2022 underwriting expense ratio, compared with the same period of 2021, primarily due to higher levels of profit-sharing commissions for agencies and related expenses.
- $77 million or 8% growth in first-quarter 2022 commercial lines net written premiums, primarily due to higher agency renewal written premiums.
- $72 million or 8% increase in first-quarter renewal written premiums, with commercial lines average renewal pricing increases in the mid-single-digit percent range.
- $11 million or 8% increase in first-quarter 2022 new business written by agencies, as we continue to carefully underwrite each policy in a highly competitive market.
- 6.9 percentage-point increase in the first-quarter 2022 combined ratio, including a decrease for losses from catastrophes of 2.8 points.
- 1.9 percentage-point first-quarter 2022 benefit from favorable prior accident year reserve development of $18 million, compared with 9.4 points or $83 million for first-quarter 2021.
- $36 million or 11% growth in first-quarter 2022 personal lines net written premiums, including higher renewal written premiums that benefited from rate increases. First-quarter 2022 net written premiums from our agencies' high net worth clients grew 32%, to $176 million.
- $6 million or 13% increase in first-quarter 2022 new business premiums written by agencies, largely reflecting expanded use of enhanced pricing precision tools.
- 17.2 percentage-point first-quarter 2022 combined ratio improvement, including a decrease for losses from catastrophes of 18.1 points.
- 8.4 percentage-point first-quarter 2022 benefit from favorable prior accident year reserve development of $34 million, compared with 5.3 points or $20 million for first-quarter 2021.
- $25 million or 25% growth in first-quarter 2022 excess and surplus lines net written premiums, including higher renewal written premiums that benefited from price increases averaging in the high-single-digit percent range.
- $7 million or 24% increase in first-quarter new business written by agencies, as we continue to carefully underwrite each policy in a highly competitive market.
- 6.1 percentage-point first-quarter 2022 combined ratio improvement, primarily due to favorable reserve development on prior accident years.
- $5 million of first-quarter 2022 favorable prior accident year reserve development, compared with $4 million of unfavorable development for first-quarter 2021.
- $3 million or 4% increase in first-quarter 2022 earned premiums, including a 6% increase for term life insurance, our largest life insurance product line.
- Less than $1 million increase in three-month 2022 life insurance subsidiary net income, primarily from more favorable impacts from the unlocking of interest rate actuarial assumptions, mostly offset by less favorable mortality experience in the first quarter of 2022 due in part to pandemic-related death claims.
- $187 million or 13% three-month 2022 decrease, to $1.205 billion, in GAAP shareholders' equity for the life insurance subsidiary, primarily from a decrease in unrealized investment gains on fixed-maturity securities.
- $11 million or 6% rise in first-quarter 2022 pretax investment income, including a 12% increase in equity portfolio dividends and a 4% increase in interest income from fixed-maturity securities.
- $1.412 billion first-quarter 2022 decrease in pretax total investment gains, summarized in the table below. Changes in unrealized gains or losses reported in other comprehensive income, in addition to investment gains and losses reported in net income, are useful for evaluating total investment performance over time and are major components of changes in book value and the value creation ratio.
- $24.386 billion in consolidated cash and total investments at March 31, 2022, a decrease of 5% from $25.805 billion at year-end 2021.
- $12.376 billion bond portfolio at March 31, 2022, with an average rating of A3/A. Fair value decreased $646 million during the first quarter of 2022, including $109 million in net purchases of fixed-maturity securities.
- $10.675 billion equity portfolio was 45.6% of total investments, including $6.508 billion in appreciated value before taxes at March 31, 2022. First-quarter 2022 decrease in fair value of $640 million.
- $6.29 first-quarter 2022 decrease in book value per share, including an addition of $1.58 from net income before investment gains that was offset by $7.00 from investment portfolio net investment losses or changes in unrealized gains for fixed-maturity securities, $0.18 for other items and $0.69 from dividends declared to shareholders.
- Value creation ratio of negative 6.9% for the first three months of 2022, including 1.9% from net income before investment gains, which includes underwriting and investment income, and negative 8.6% from investment portfolio net investment losses and changes in unrealized gains for fixed-maturity securities.
For additional information or to register for our conference call webcast, please visit cinfin.com/investors.
About Cincinnati Financial
Cincinnati Financial Corporation offers primarily business, home and auto insurance through The Cincinnati Insurance Company and its two standard market property casualty companies. The same local independent insurance agencies that market those policies may offer products of our other subsidiaries, including life insurance, fixed annuities and surplus lines property and casualty insurance. For additional information about the company, please visit cinfin.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
This is our "Safe Harbor" statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Our business is subject to certain risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements in this report. Some of those risks and uncertainties are discussed in our 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K, Item 1A, Risk Factors, Page 32.
Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to:
- Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic that could affect results for reasons such as:
- Ongoing developments concerning business interruption insurance claims and litigation related to the COVID-19 pandemic that affect our estimates of losses and loss adjustment expenses or our ability to reasonably estimate such losses, such as:
- Unusually high levels of catastrophe losses due to risk concentrations, changes in weather patterns (whether as a result of global climate change or otherwise), environmental events, terrorism incidents, cyberattacks, civil unrest or other causes
- Increased frequency and/or severity of claims or development of claims that are unforeseen at the time of policy issuance, due to inflationary trends or other causes
- Inadequate estimates or assumptions, or reliance on third-party data used for critical accounting estimates
- Declines in overall stock market values negatively affecting our equity portfolio and book value
- Prolonged low interest rate environment or other factors that limit our ability to generate growth in investment income or interest rate fluctuations that result in declining values of fixed-maturity investments, including declines in accounts in which we hold bank-owned life insurance contract assets
- Domestic and global events, such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine, resulting in capital market or credit market uncertainty, followed by prolonged periods of economic instability or recession, that lead to:
- Our inability to manage Cincinnati Global or other subsidiaries to produce related business opportunities and growth prospects for our ongoing operations
- Recession, prolonged elevated inflation or other economic conditions resulting in lower demand for insurance products or increased payment delinquencies
- Ineffective information technology systems or discontinuing to develop and implement improvements in technology may impact our success and profitability
- Difficulties with technology or data security breaches, including cyberattacks, that could negatively affect our or our agents' ability to conduct business; disrupt our relationships with agents, policyholders and others; cause reputational damage, mitigation expenses and data loss and expose us to liability under federal and state laws
- Difficulties with our operations and technology that may negatively impact our ability to conduct business, including cloud-based data information storage, data security, cyberattacks, remote working capabilities, and/or outsourcing relationships and third-party operations and data security
- Disruption of the insurance market caused by technology innovations such as driverless cars that could decrease consumer demand for insurance products
- Delays, inadequate data developed internally or from third parties, or performance inadequacies from ongoing development and implementation of underwriting and pricing methods, including telematics and other usage-based insurance methods, or technology projects and enhancements expected to increase our pricing accuracy, underwriting profit and competitiveness
- Intense competition, and the impact of innovation, technological change and changing customer preferences on the insurance industry and the markets in which we operate, could harm our ability to maintain or increase our ability to maintain or increase our business volumes and profitability
- Changing consumer insurance-buying habits and consolidation of independent insurance agencies could alter our competitive advantages
- Inability to obtain adequate ceded reinsurance on acceptable terms, amount of reinsurance coverage purchased, financial strength of reinsurers and the potential for nonpayment or delay in payment by reinsurers
- Inability to defer policy acquisition costs for any business segment if pricing and loss trends would lead management to conclude that segment could not achieve sustainable profitability
- Inability of our subsidiaries to pay dividends consistent with current or past levels
- Events or conditions that could weaken or harm our relationships with our independent agencies and hamper opportunities to add new agencies, resulting in limitations on our opportunities for growth, such as:
- Actions of insurance departments, state attorneys general or other regulatory agencies, including a change to a federal system of regulation from a state-based system, that:
- Adverse outcomes from litigation or administrative proceedings, including effects of social inflation on the size of litigation awards
- Events or actions, including unauthorized intentional circumvention of controls, that reduce our future ability to maintain effective internal control over financial reporting under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
- Unforeseen departure of certain executive officers or other key employees due to retirement, health or other causes that could interrupt progress toward important strategic goals or diminish the effectiveness of certain longstanding relationships with insurance agents and others
- Our inability, or the inability of our independent agents, to attract and retain personnel in a competitive labor market, impacting the customer experience and altering our competitive advantages
- Events, such as an epidemic, natural catastrophe or terrorism, that could hamper our ability to assemble our workforce at our headquarters location or work effectively in a remote environment
Further, our insurance businesses are subject to the effects of changing social, global, economic and regulatory environments. Public and regulatory initiatives have included efforts to adversely influence and restrict premium rates, restrict the ability to cancel policies, impose underwriting standards and expand overall regulation. We also are subject to public and regulatory initiatives that can affect the market value for our common stock, such as measures affecting corporate financial reporting and governance. The ultimate changes and eventual effects, if any, of these initiatives are uncertain.
* * *
Definitions of Non-GAAP Information and Reconciliation to Comparable GAAP Measures
(See attached tables for reconciliations; additional prior-period reconciliations available at cinfin.com/investors.)
Cincinnati Financial Corporation prepares its public financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP). Statutory data is prepared in accordance with statutory accounting rules for insurance company regulation in the United States of America as defined by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners' (NAIC) Accounting Practices and Procedures Manual, and therefore is not reconciled to GAAP data.
Management uses certain non-GAAP financial measures to evaluate its primary business areas – property casualty insurance, life insurance and investments. Management uses these measures when analyzing both GAAP and non-GAAP results to improve its understanding of trends in the underlying business and to help avoid incorrect or misleading assumptions and conclusions about the success or failure of company strategies. Management adjustments to GAAP measures generally: apply to non-recurring events that are unrelated to business performance and distort short-term results; involve values that fluctuate based on events outside of management's control; supplement reporting segment disclosures with disclosures for a subsidiary company or for a combination of subsidiaries or reporting segments; or relate to accounting refinements that affect comparability between periods, creating a need to analyze data on the same basis.
- Non-GAAP operating income: Non-GAAP operating income is calculated by excluding investment gains and losses (defined as investment gains and losses after applicable federal and state income taxes) and other significant non-recurring items from net income. Management evaluates non-GAAP operating income to measure the success of pricing, rate and underwriting strategies. While investment gains (or losses) are integral to the company's insurance operations over the long term, the determination to realize investment gains or losses on fixed-maturity securities sold in any period may be subject to management's discretion and is independent of the insurance underwriting process. Also, under applicable GAAP accounting requirements, gains and losses are recognized from certain changes in market values of securities without actual realization. Management believes that the level of investment gains or losses for any particular period, while it may be material, may not fully indicate the performance of ongoing underlying business operations in that period.
For these reasons, many investors and shareholders consider non-GAAP operating income to be one of the more meaningful measures for evaluating insurance company performance. Equity analysts who report on the insurance industry and the company generally focus on this metric in their analyses. The company presents non-GAAP operating income so that all investors have what management believes to be a useful supplement to GAAP information. - Consolidated property casualty insurance results: To supplement reporting segment disclosures related to our property casualty insurance operations, we also evaluate results for those operations on a basis that includes results for our property casualty insurance and brokerage services subsidiaries. That is the total of our commercial lines, personal lines and our excess and surplus lines segments plus our reinsurance assumed operations known as Cincinnati Re and our London-based global specialty underwriter known as Cincinnati Global.
- Life insurance subsidiary results: To supplement life insurance reporting segment disclosures related to our life insurance operation, we also evaluate results for that operation on a basis that includes life insurance subsidiary investment income, or investment income plus investment gains and losses, that are also included in our investments reporting segment. We recognize that assets under management, capital appreciation and investment income are integral to evaluating the success of the life insurance segment because of the long duration of life products.
Cincinnati Financial Corporation
Other Measures
- Value creation ratio: This is a measure of shareholder value creation that management believes captures the contribution of the company's insurance operations, the success of its investment strategy and the importance placed on paying cash dividends to shareholders. The value creation ratio measure is made up of two primary components: (1) rate of growth in book value per share plus (2) the ratio of dividends declared per share to beginning book value per share. Management believes this measure is useful, providing a meaningful measure of long-term progress in creating shareholder value. It is intended to be all-inclusive regarding changes in book value per share, and uses originally reported book value per share in cases where book value per share has been adjusted, such as adoption of Accounting Standards Updates with a cumulative effect of a change in accounting.
- Written premium: Under statutory accounting rules in the U.S., property casualty written premium is the amount recorded for policies issued and recognized on an annualized basis at the effective date of the policy. Management analyzes trends in written premium to assess business efforts. The difference between written and earned premium is unearned premium.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Cincinnati Financial Corporation | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/04/28/cincinnati-financial-reports-first-quarter-2022-results/ | 2022-04-28T21:11:49Z |
MIAMI (AP) — Bam Adebayo caught a lob for an alley-oop dunk midway through the fourth quarter, then threw a lob to Jimmy Butler for another dunk about a minute later.
Both were very easy.
Joel Embiid could complicate those plays going forward — and the Miami Heat are heading north expecting that he might be waiting for them.
Adebayo scored 23 points, Butler had 22 points and 12 assists, and the Heat beat the Philadelphia 76ers 119-103 on Wednesday night for a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
“It’s always nice to win,” Butler said. “We just did what we’re supposed to do at home.”
Victor Oladipo scored 19 points on his 30th birthday and Tyler Herro added 18 for the Heat, the East’s No. 1 seed. Oladipo had 10 of those points in the fourth quarter.
Tyrese Maxey scored 34 points for Philadelphia, which got 21 from Tobias Harris and 20 from James Harden.
“We’ve just got to go back to the drawing board and try to figure it out,” Maxey said.
A 10-0 run in the fourth turned an eight-point Miami lead into an 18-point edge, sealing the win and ensuring the Heat would hold home court before the series shifts north. Game 3 is Friday in Philadelphia.
And now, the Heat will hope history holds — and the 76ers will hope it doesn’t.
Miami has taken a 2-0 lead in 18 previous series, including the first round this season against Atlanta, and won the matchup every time. The 76ers’ franchise has dropped the first two games of a matchup on 19 other occasions, never recovering to win the series.
The question going into Friday will revolve around whether Embiid could be ready for Game 3. The league’s scoring champion and MVP finalist is recovering from an orbital fracture and concussion and has, not surprisingly, been big-time missed by the 76ers.
“We don’t have a big man right now,” Philadelphia coach Doc Rivers lamented.
Adebayo surely isn’t complaining. He was 8 for 10 from the field and 8 for 8 from the line in Game 1; he followed that up with a 7-for-11 night from the floor on Wednesday.
But he said he’s preparing as if Embiid will play Friday. And Butler, who is close with Embiid from their time together as teammates in Philadelphia, is hoping his MVP pick can play in the series.
“I want to compete against him,” Butler said. “I really do.”
Rivers, however, didn’t sound optimistic about the possibility of Embiid being ready.
“He’s got so many steps to go through,” Rivers said. “I don’t think he’s cleared any of them right now.”
It wasn’t just the absence of Embiid, though, that hurt Philadelphia. The 76ers were awful again from 3-point range, shooting 8 for 30 in Game 2. They’re now 14 for 64 from deep in the series.
“When it comes down to it, you’ve got to make shots, especially when you’re on the road against a really good team,” Harden said. “It’s pretty simple.”
Danny Green was 1 for 10 from the field — the second time in his playoff career that he had that many attempts and shot that poorly in a postseason game. The other? A 1-for-12 effort for San Antonio in 2013, also in Miami, the night the Heat won their third and most recent NBA title.
The Heat aren’t close to that yet. But they are two wins from the East finals.
“It’s not easy to get playoff wins.” Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said. “We had some great stretches, particularly defensively. We had some really good stretches offensively. … Our defense really carried us to the win, but we had some really timely offensive plays.”
TIP-INS
76ers: Harden got fouled on a 3-point try with 0.1 seconds left in the half, making all three free throws to get Philadelphia within 60-52 at the break. … Maxey got a cut on his right knee in the fourth quarter, the game stopping temporarily while the 76ers tended to him. He stayed in the game. … Georges Niang had another unusual stat line. He was 0 for 7 — all 3-pointers — in Game 1, then fouled out in 10 minutes of Game 2. It was the fourth-fewest minutes played all season by anyone who fouled out.
Heat: PJ Tucker turns 37 on Thursday. … It was the 497th consecutive sellout announced by the Heat, tying Sacramento for the fifth-longest streak in NBA history. The record is held by Dallas, which has 864 consecutive sellouts and counting. … Miami held a 44-34 rebounding edge.
PASSING PAT
With the win, Spoelstra’s postseason record improved to 91-59 (.607). Among coaches with at least 100 playoff games, he moved into fourth on the NBA’s win-percentage list behind only Steve Kerr (.732), Phil Jackson (.688) and Billy Cunningham (.629). The coach Spoelstra passed in winning percentage Wednesday night? That would be his boss, Heat President Pat Riley, who went 171-111 (.606).
KENTUCKY SOUTH
The Kentucky ties ran deep Wednesday night. Wildcats coach John Calipari was at Game 2 to see Herro formally receive the Sixth Man award. Other former Kentucky players on the Heat and 76ers: Adebayo, Maxey and Heat two-way player Mychal Mulder. And Riley played at Kentucky.
UP NEXT
Game 3 is Friday in Philadelphia.
___
More AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/adebayo-butler-lead-heat-past-76ers-119-103-in-game-2/ | 2022-05-05T05:06:57Z |
(The Hill) – The House approved an amendment to the annual defense spending bill on Wednesday that would establish a secure system for reporting unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), commonly known as UFOs.
The system set up by the amendment would receive reports of “any event relating to unidentified aerial phenomena,” in addition to any related activity from the government, federal contractors or programs.
The amendment, sponsored by Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), was passed by voice vote as part of a bloc of amendments to the House version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The House is expected to vote on and pass the full NDAA this week.
Gallagher’s office said the system would be established by the head of the Airborne Object Identification and Management Synchronization Group, which was established in November 2021 on behalf of the Defense secretary and Director of National Intelligence as the successor to the Navy’s UAP task force.
The group was set up to oversee efforts in the government for detecting, identifying and attributing objects of interest located in special use airspace.
The purpose of the measure, the amendment states, is to “prevent unauthorized public reporting or compromise of properly classified military and intelligence systems, programs, and related activities.”
Gallagher said the amendment will have “an important role” in improving Congress’ ability to learn more about UAPs.
“We must ensure the military and intelligence community are armed with the best possible information, capital, and scientific resources to defeat our enemies and maintain military and technology superiority,” he said in a statement.
“This amendment will play an important role in furthering Congress’ ability to fact gather and further prove or disprove the origin and threat nature of whatever seems to be flying in our skies,” he added.
Gallego sounded a similar note, saying in a statement that the amendment will help “better collect observations and data.”
“We need to empower our service members to be transparent and to drop the stigma surrounding Unidentified Aerial Phenomena,” he added.
Consideration of the amendment came roughly two months after a congressional subcommittee held the first hearing on UFOs on Capitol Hill in more than 50 years.
During the hearing — held by the House Counterterrorism, Counterintelligence and Counterproliferation Subcommittee — Deputy Director of Naval Intelligence Scott Bray said the Office of the Director of National Intelligence had found roughly 400 reports of UAP encounters.
The amendment approved by the House on Wednesday calls for the “immediate sharing” of information related to UAPs that was “previously prohibited from reporting under any non-disclosure written or oral agreement, order, or other instrumentality or means” with supporting analysts and scientists.
Additionally, it mandates that an initial report be sent to congressional committees outlining the system, which would then be made public. It also requires that annual reports be prepared and include a summary of the reports received as part of the system. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/house-approves-amendment-to-create-system-for-reporting-ufos/ | 2022-07-14T02:35:24Z |
On heels of successful NYC relaunch, VIP events for customer care, marketing, and sales leaders resume internationally to meet demand for Conversational AI-led experiences
NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LivePerson (NASDAQ: LPSN), a global leader in Conversational AI, today announced the return of its signature in-person Executive Community events in the EMEA region with its first event to be held on June 16 in London. These international meetings bring VIPs together from the world's top brands to learn how their peers in customer care, marketing, and sales work with LivePerson to transform customer experience through Conversational AI.
The newly announced EMEA event follows LivePerson's highly successful return to in-person gatherings in its hometown of New York City. The NYC meeting marked LivePerson's first large-scale in-person event since early 2020. Close to 100 executives attended from many of the leading consumer brands in North America. Several of LivePerson's healthcare, retail, software, and travel and hospitality customers presented their successes leveraging the company's technology across a range of powerful use cases.
"Our New York City gathering demonstrated the incredible demand for insights and education around the transformative power of Conversational AI. We're excited to resume these marquee events, which are proven differentiators that drive meaningful deal flow for our business by bringing the possibilities of AI to life through our top customers' success stories," said Rob LoCascio, founder and CEO of LivePerson. "We're extremely grateful to our team and customer speakers who delivered an exceptional experience befitting our storied Executive Community."
In EMEA, LivePerson will host its return to in-person events in London on Thursday, June 16. The London Executive Community event will feature VIP speakers from EMEA's top financial, retail, telco, travel and hospitality, and other brands. Attendees will receive a behind-the-scenes look at how LivePerson customers tackled challenging business environments and came out ahead of their expectations by harnessing AI made in and for the contact center.
The London event will continue the tradition of bespoke experiences that have made a name for the Executive Community: exclusive presentations from world-class brands, small-group tech masterclasses, deluxe dining experiences, private networking receptions, and more. All LivePerson events adhere to local COVID-19 guidelines.
"Both current and prospective customer brands join our Executive Community for a private, exclusive peek behind the curtain, not only in terms of what our technology can do but also to understand how we build a culture of co-innovation, trust, and connection with them and their end-consumers," said LoCascio.
Customer care, marketing, IT, and sales leaders interested in LivePerson programming can learn more at LivePerson's Peer Exchange website.
LivePerson (NASDAQ: LPSN) is a leading Conversational AI company creating digital experiences that are Curiously Human. Every person is unique, and our technology makes it possible for companies to treat their audiences that way at scale. Our customers, including leading brands like HSBC, Orange, and GM Financial, can now meet consumers where they are across social media, messaging, email, voice, and more. Nearly a billion conversational interactions are powered by our Conversational Cloud each month. Out of that comes a uniquely rich data set for AI for brands to build connections that are anything but artificial. Fast Company named us the #1 Most Innovative AI Company in the world. To talk with us or our Conversational AI, please visit liveperson.com.
Statements in this press release and on our earnings call regarding LivePerson that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual future events or results to differ materially from such statements. Any such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to financial guidance, are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. It is routine for our internal projections and expectations to change as the quarter and year progress, and therefore it should be clearly understood that the internal projections and beliefs upon which we base our expectations may change. Although these expectations may change, we are under no obligation to inform you if they do. Some of the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained herein include, without limitation: major public health issues, and specifically the pandemic caused by the spread of COVID-19, and their effects on the U.S. and global markets; our ability to retain key personnel, attract new personnel and to manage staff attrition; strain on our personnel resources and infrastructure from supporting our existing and growing customer base; the ability to successfully integrate past or potential future acquisitions; our ability to secure additional financing to execute our business strategy; delays in our implementation cycles; payment-related risks; potential fluctuations in our quarterly revenue and operating results; limitations on the effectiveness of our controls; non-payment or late payment of amounts due to us from a significant number of customers; volatility in the capital markets; recognition of revenue from subscriptions; customer retention and engagement; the migration of existing customers to our new platform; our ability to attract new customers and new consumer users of our consumer services; our ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with social media and other third-party consumer messaging platforms and endpoints; the highly competitive markets in which we operate; general economic conditions; privacy concerns relating to the Internet that could result in new legislation or negative public perception; new regulatory or other legal requirements that could materially impact our business; governmental export controls and economic sanctions; industry-specific regulation and unfavorable industry-specific laws, regulations or interpretive positions; future regulation of the Internet or mobile devices; greater than anticipated income, non-income and transactional tax liabilities; failures or security breaches in our services, those of our third party providers, or in the websites of our customers; regulation or possible misappropriation of personal information belonging to our customers' Internet users; technology systems beyond our control and technology-related defects that could disrupt the LivePerson services; our dependence on the continued viability of the Internet; our ability to protect our intellectual property rights or potential infringement of the intellectual property rights of third parties; the use of AI in our product offerings; the presence of, and difficulty in correcting, errors, failures or "bugs" in our products; our ability to license necessary third party software for use in our products and services, and our ability to successfully integrate third party software; potential adverse impact due to foreign currency and cryptocurrency exchange rate fluctuations; additional regulatory requirements, tax liabilities, currency exchange rate fluctuations and other risks as we expand internationally, as we expand into new offerings including AI-assisted healthcare and/or as we expand into direct-to-consumer services; risks related to our operations in Israel and Ukraine, and the civil and political unrest and potential for armed conflict in those regions; potential failure to meeting service level commitments to certain customers; legal liability and/or negative publicity for the services provided to consumers via our technology platforms; technological or other defects that could disrupt or negatively impact our services; our ability to maintain our reputation; our lengthy sales cycles; changes in accounting principles generally accepted in the United States; natural catastrophic events and interruption to our business by man-made problems; potential limitations on our ability to use net operating losses to offset future taxable income; risks related to our common stock being traded on more than one securities exchange; and other factors described in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, filed with the SEC on February 28, 2022. This list is intended to identify only certain of the principal factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Readers are referred to the Company's reports and documents filed from time to time by us with the Securities and 6 Exchange Commission for a discussion of these and other important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in forward-looking statements.
Contact: Mike Tague, mtague@liveperson.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE LivePerson, Inc. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/02/liveperson-announces-return-signature-in-person-executive-community-events-london/ | 2022-06-02T17:22:05Z |
What you need for a 4th of July pool party
The 4th of July is fast approaching, and if you have access to a pool, there is no better time than now to start planning the ultimate pool party. If you think you have everything you need already, you might be surprised to learn there’s more to throwing a successful gathering than just pool noodles and lounge chairs. From floating games to portable speakers to inflatable bars, there’s plenty of gear that will make your party a hit.
Best ice and drink coolers
Every pool party needs a sturdy portable cooler and ice bucket to keep drinks cold for a long time. This cooler has 2-inch-thick insulated walls that keep ice frozen for two days. It has enough space to store 24 cans or 24 pounds of ice. Two rubber latches keep the insulated lid shut, and it has a padded shoulder strap for easy transport. If the ice melts or there’s condensation from cans, the cooler box has a drainage valve.
Sold by Amazon
Oversized Patriotic Inflatable Serving Bar
Want to send drinks to your guests in the middle of the pool? This floating bar and drinks cooler measures 4 1/2 feet by 2 1/2 feet and can hold several pounds of ice. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have a reinforced bottom, so it might start to sink if you place too much weight inside.
Sold by Amazon
Igloo Heavy-Duty Ice Chest Cooler
This ice chest cooler’s blow-molded plastic makes it durable, no matter how rowdy the pool party is. The insulated walls keep ice frozen for four days, and the rubber latches create a tight seal on the lid to prevent air from entering. It has a drainage valve to expel water from condensation, and the entire cooler has UV inhibitors to protect against sun damage. The handles and door hinges are stainless steel. It can hold 12 gallons.
Sold by Amazon
Best portable speakers
Monster Rockin’ Roller 270 Portable Wireless Speaker
This portable speaker has 200 watts of power and 270-degree sound projection. It has a built-in Qi charger that lets you recharge mobile phones. Bluetooth technology allows you to pair two True Wireless System (TWS) devices and control the music through the mobile application. The reinforced speaker housing is water-resistant. It has a USB port, two microphone jacks, and one jack for an electric guitar as sound sources. The built-in rechargeable battery gives you around 100 hours of playtime.
Sold by Amazon
Pyle Portable Bluetooth PA Loudspeaker
This 400-watt portable speaker has a 10-inch full-range subwoofer and a 3-inch tweeter. Connection methods include Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices, a USB drive or a 6.4-millimeter instrument. It has a built-in battery that recharges through a wall socket and gives about two hours of playtime. The speaker also features various LED lights that illuminate in time with the beat. In addition, it comes with remote control functions and has two roller wheels for mobility.
Sold by Amazon
Fisher 6 1/2-Inch Wireless Speaker With Lights
This 6 1/2-inch wireless speaker packs 300 watts of peak power to keep the party going. It connects to mobile devices through Bluetooth technology for streaming audio. If you need to make an announcement, it has a microphone jack. The rechargeable battery can last for several hours. There are also several LED lights on the front that illuminates in rhythm to the beat.
Sold by Amazon
Best pool floats
Intex Adult 5-Seat Inflatable Lounger
The best way to relax at a pool party is in a lounger with friends. This floater has room for five adults and has a built-in drink cooler and mesh floor to keep your feet cool. There are handles for stability and several drink holders next to the seats. It can handle a maximum weight of 1,100 pounds. When inflated, it measures 10 feet by 9 feet and is 2 1/2 feet thick.
Sold by Amazon
Aqua Ultra-Cushioned Comfort Pool Recliner With Head Pillow
Able to handle up to 500 pounds of weight, this pool recliner has a removable headrest and body-contoured backrest. It’s thicker and more durable than most single-seat recliners, as the Cozi-Soft fabric liner protects it from UV rays. In addition, it has a cup holder, mooring loops and a Boston valve for inflating.
Sold by Amazon
Best pool games
Polar Whale Floating Card Game Table Tray
Independence Day parties are usually the best time to bring out card games such as Poker or Blackjack, but nobody wants to get out of the pool. However, that won’t be a concern with this floating card game table. Large enough for six players, the UV-protected foam table has drink holders, slots for chips and a deck of waterproof playing cards.
Sold by Amazon
GoSports Splash Net Pro Pool Volleyball Net
Volleyball in a pool is a staple activity for any party, and this kit will have you set up and ready in no time. Two weighted bases hold up the net, which can be height adjusted. The net has a maximum length of 25 feet and is best for in-ground pools. The set includes two volleyballs and a pump.
Sold by Amazon
GoPong Floating Beer Pong Table
If you and your friends are fans of beer pong, you can play this game in the pool. The floating beer pong table measures 6 feet in length and features sideline cup holders. In addition, it comes with six balls and four tethering grommets. Unfortunately, it doesn’t ship with pong cups, but any 16-ounce cups will do.
Sold by Amazon
Sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter for useful advice on new products and noteworthy deals.
Charlie Fripp writes for BestReviews. BestReviews has helped millions of consumers simplify their purchasing decisions, saving them time and money.
Copyright 2022 BestReviews, a Nexstar company. All rights reserved. | https://cw33.com/reviews/br/home-br/party-supplies-br/best-4th-of-july-pool-party-essentials/ | 2022-04-21T21:56:24Z |
Select Ennismore properties in Miami and Los Angeles will serve the organic iced tea brand, in the newly launched beverage's first-ever hotel collaboration.
NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, today announces a partnership with Saint James Tea - a new, sustainably-packaged organic line of ready-to-drink teas with a mission to better the community. The collaboration – created by Ennismore's Partnership Studio - will see Saint James Tea featured in minibars across Ennismore's Mondrian Los Angeles and Miami properties comprising: SLS South Beach, Hyde Midtown, SLS Brickell and SLS LUX Brickell. Saint James Tea will also be served in SLS South Beach's two iconic outlets, Hyde Beach and Katsuya.
Michele Caniato, Chief Partnerships Officer & EVP of Brand Marketing, Ennismore said, "We are thrilled to collaborate with Saint James Tea and the brand's industry expert founders to bring our discerning travelers a new drink that they can feel great about drinking. Whether in-room or on the go throughout our hotels, we know guests will love the great flavors of these drinks as well as the positive message behind the Saint James Tea brand."
"We are delighted to introduce guests in Los Angeles and Miami to our clean and refreshing iced teas. We found synergy with Ennismore as, like Saint James Tea, the hospitality brand prioritizes wellness and social responsibility - making the venues the perfect match for our first hotel partnership," says Brad Neumann, President of Saint James Tea.
The new partnership is Saint James Tea's first hotel collaboration since its launch in winter 2021, elevating the health and wellness experience for guests. With only 20 calories and four grams of sugar, the refreshment comes in Tetra Paks created with low carbon materials and made of 70% paper from responsibly managed forests. The fresh flavors are Original Green Tea, Blueberry & Raspberry, Passion Fruit & Peach, and Pineapple & Mango.
Created by an entrepreneurial dream team - including AriZona Iced Tea co-founder John Ferolito, and fashion designer Jon Buscemi - Saint James Tea is a healthy beverage option that has minimal environmental impact. Named in honor of an inspirational figure in Ferolito's career, Father James Haggerty, the product has a shelf life of 24 months as the packaging eliminates exposure to air and light. The preservative-free tea has quickly become a success in the beverage industry.
The brand further differentiates themselves as they have a mission to give back, uplift, and inspire. #WhoIsYourSaintJames is an initiative that allows individuals to empower and recognize those who are helping better the community; this derives from Father Haggerty's desire to improve the lives of those around him. Ennismore and Saint James Tea's relationship will continue to grow and include future activations, pop-ups, and sampling opportunities to further encompass this mission throughout the year.
Ennismore's Partnership Studio continues to expand its strategic partnerships with international brands – including Fortune 500 - across automotive, communications, beverage and financial services to deliver innovative and bespoke benefits, products, and experiences. This new partnership builds on existing collaborations with Barilla, Danone, Chase Sapphire, Lincoln Motor Company, Tidal, Therabody, Lavazza, Redbull, DOGPOUND, Goldsheep, GLOSSLAB, Y7 Studio and Malin + Goetz.
ABOUT ENNISMORE
Ennismore is a creative hospitality company with a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. It curates and manages unique properties and experiences in some of the most exciting destinations around the world.
Founded in 2011 by entrepreneur Sharan Pasricha, Ennismore and Accor entered a joint venture in 2021 to create a new autonomous entity, with Accor holding a majority shareholding. Creating the world's fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, it brings together Ennismore's know-how in building brands with creative storytelling, design, and authentic experiences, with Accor's wealth of knowledge in delivering scale, network growth and distribution. Under the leadership of Sharan Pasricha, Founder & Co-CEO, and Gaurav Bhushan, Co-CEO, Ennismore comprises 14 brands - with 101 operating properties and a further 137 in the pipeline - and a collection of over 150 culturally relevant and diverse restaurants and nightlife destinations.
Ennismore puts innovation at the center of everything it does, with four dedicated in-house specialist studios, which obsess every guest touchpoint, including Carte Blanched – a fully integrated F&B concept platform; a creative studio of interior and graphic designers; a digital product and tech innovation lab, and a partnerships and collaborations unit.
Ennismore has been included in Fast Company's World's Most Innovative Companies lists in 2020 and 2021; ranked#29 in FT1000: Europe's Fastest-Growing Companies; and is part of FT Future 100 - the UK's fastest-growing businesses that are shaping the future of their sector.
The Ennismore brands: 21c Museum Hotel, 25hours Hotels, Delano, Gleneagles, Hyde, JO&JOE, Mama Shelter, Mondrian, Morgans Originals, SLS, SO/, The Hoxton, TRIBE and Working From_. ennismore.com
ABOUT SAINT JAMES TEA
Saint James Tea is a sustainably-packaged organic line of ready-to-drink teas with a mission to better the community. The healthy and great-tasting products are beneficial for people and the planet.
Learn more at http://www.saintjamesicedtea.com or on Instagram, @SaintJamesIcedTea.
Media Contact:
Emily Venugopal / Cara Chapman / Jennifer Isicoff: ennismore@bacchus.agency
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Ennismore | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/10/ennismore-continues-grow-its-wellness-offerings-through-its-latest-partnership-with-saint-james-tea/ | 2022-08-10T14:04:23Z |
Certification Demonstrates Company's Commitment to Reducing its Environmental Impact in the Production of Wearable Drug Delivery Devices
NETANYA, Israel, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eitan Medical, a global leader in advanced infusion therapy and drug delivery solutions across the care continuum, announced today it has earned International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 certification for the quality management system for production of its range of medical devices including its Sapphire infusion pumps and the Sorrel™ wearable drug delivery platform solution. This accreditation certifies that the quality system related to the manufacture of these devices is in compliance with the required standards to reduce negative environmental impact.
ISO 14001 comprises a set of standards specifying the necessary requirements for organizations to establish effective environmental management systems. This standard provides guidelines for help in reducing environmental impact, including pollution and carbon footprint, in order to advance environmental conservation.
"Eitan Medical has made a concerted effort to assess and adapt our operations and manufacturing processes to meet these important industry standards. While we focus on developing solutions that heal people, we need to simultaneously ensure we aren't harming the health of the planet," said Igal Shany, CEO of Eitan Medical. "This certification reflects our dedication to creating a more sustainable healthcare ecosystem and exemplifies our core value of providing an environment in which people can live healthier and more enjoyable lives."
Eitan Medical develops connected, patient-centric drug delivery and infusion solutions that are designed to improve patient and clinician quality of life across the continuum of care, including hospital, ambulatory, pre-hospital and home care environments. Eitan Medical's product lines include the Sapphire™ infusion platform, providing connected infusion therapy systems in hospital and ambulatory settings; the Sorrel™ wearable drug delivery platform, a patient-centric on-body injector for delivery of biologic treatments; and Eitan Insights™ a cloud-based platform providing remote treatment data visibility for Eitan Medical's devices.
"As a developer and manufacturer, we are proud that the materials used in our product lines, internal procedures and waste management processes are in-line with global sustainability standards and values," said Judith Antler, Chief Quality Officer at Eitan Medical. "Our commitment extends to our educational framework, through which we provide ecological and sustainability awareness instruction, as well as new manufacturing training programs for employees to increase their knowledge and understanding of this critical issue."
About Eitan Medical
Eitan Medical is reimagining drug delivery, with reliable innovations that put patients at the center of care, making drug delivery easier and safer than ever before. Patient safety and care are only the starting point, as Eitan Medical goes beyond- delivering connected, intuitive drug delivery and infusion solutions that are designed to improve patient and clinician quality of life across the continuum of care, including hospital, ambulatory, and home care environments.
For over a decade, Eitan Medical has provided safe, intuitive, and flexible solutions that meet evolving drug delivery needs. Eitan Medical's product lines include the Sapphire™ infusion platform*, providing connected infusion therapy systems in hospital and ambulatory settings; the Sorrel™ wearable drug delivery platform, the patient-centric on-body injector for delivery of biologic treatments; and Avoset™ infusion pump, connected infusion systems for the home care market.
For more information, visit: https://www.eitanmedical.com/
- Eitan Medical Ltd is legal manufacturer of the Sapphire™ infusion pump, the Sorrel™ wearable drug delivery platform (FDA investigational device) and the Avoset™ (FDA investigational device)
Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1699153/Eitan_Medical.jpg
Media Relations Contact:
Nicole Kaufman-Grubner
FINN Partners for Eitan Medical
nicole.grubner@finnpartners.com
@nicolegrubner
View original content:
SOURCE Eitan Medical | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/01/eitan-medical-receives-iso-14001-environmental-management-certification/ | 2022-08-01T13:16:52Z |
LAS VEGAS, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Everi Holdings Inc. (NYSE:EVRI) announced today that it will release its 2022 second quarter results before the market opens on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, and host a conference call and simultaneous webcast at 11:00 a.m. ET / 8:00 a.m. PT that day.
The conference call may be accessed live over the phone by dialing (201) 689-8471. A replay will be available beginning at 2:00 p.m. ET that day and may be accessed by dialing (412) 317-6671; the PIN number is 13730679. The replay will be available until August 10, 2022. The call will be webcast live and archived at the Company's website at www.everi.com (select "Investors" followed by "Events & Contact").
Everi's mission is to lead the gaming industry through the power of people, imagination and technology. With a focus on player engagement and helping casino customers operate more efficiently, the Company develops entertaining game content and gaming machines, gaming systems, and services for land-based and iGaming operators. The Company is also a preeminent and comprehensive provider of trusted financial technology solutions that power the casino floor while improving operational efficiencies and fulfilling regulatory compliance requirements, including products and services that facilitate convenient and secure cash and cashless financial transactions, self-service player loyalty tools and applications, and regulatory and intelligence software. For more information, please visit www.everi.com, which is updated regularly with financial and other information about the Company.
Contacts:
Investor Relations
JCIR
Richard Land, James Leahy
212-835-8500 or evri@jcir.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Everi Holdings Inc. | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/12/everi-report-2022-second-quarter-results-august-3-host-conference-call-webcast/ | 2022-07-12T16:38:25Z |
Flight attendant delivers passenger’s baby on board Frontier Airlines flight
By Lilit Marcus, CNN
A woman gave birth to a healthy baby in a lavatory on board a Frontier Airlines flight, according to a Facebook post from the airline.
The passenger went into early labor during the flight from Denver (DEN) to Orlando (MCO), said the post, which was shared on May 17. Flight attendant Diana Giraldo then helped her get to the lavatory and assisted in delivering the baby.
In a statement, Captain Chris Nye, who was piloting the aircraft, said the plane diverted to Florida’s Pensacola Airport, then continued to Orlando after the mother and baby were able to deplane with the assistance of medical personnel.
“The whole crew really did a great job,” Nye said in a comment that was shared on Frontier’s Facebook post.
“Dispatch did a great job as well by suggesting Pensacola Airport and getting a gate and paramedics ready for us. This was a job well done, and I was happy to see everyone working together to successfully deliver a newborn on an aircraft!”
Though the baby’s name and gender have not been shared publicly, Frontier did reveal that the newborn’s middle name is Sky due to the unusual conditions of its arrival in the world.
And this little one isn’t the only kid born in the air in recent years.
In May 2021, a woman went into labor on board a flight from Salt Lake City to Honolulu. In that case, though, no flight attendant needed to help out with the delivery — by lucky coincidence, there was a doctor and three NICU nurses on board, all of whom jumped into action.
In fact, being born on a plane can sometimes have fun perks attached.
A baby named Haven, who was born on a Cebu Pacific flight from Dubai to Manila in 2016, was given one million miles by the Filipino airline. Despite being too little to use them yet, the airline said the miles could be shared with her family members.
The-CNN-Wire
™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved. | https://localnews8.com/entertainment/cnn-style/2022/05/19/flight-attendant-delivers-passengers-baby-on-board-frontier-airlines-flight/ | 2022-05-20T05:40:18Z |
Noted data policy expert Lori Fena, Co-Founder of Personal Digital Spaces, outlines the three fundamental drivers to unlock the value of Intellectual Property in Web3, the Metaverse and NFT Marketplaces
WINSTED, Conn., April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NFT marketplaces have made a critical miscalculation by ignoring Intellectual Property (IP) infrastructure. NFT trades are just token exchanges without offering clear rights to underlying content. The pervasive failings of NFT marketplaces demonstrate the perils that beset IP rights holders and users when terms-of-service disclaimers combine with unrestrained, real-time distribution systems. Changes are urgently needed to manage IP in the evolving digital age.
Noted data policy expert Lori Fena, Co-Founder of Personal Digital Spaces, outlines the three fundamental drivers to unlock the value of IP in the Metaverse and Web3:
- Asset Ownership across Decentralized IP Supply Chains
Creators' and consumers' growing investments in sharing IP via new platforms is driving the growth of decentralized IP supply chains. Today's systems need to take into account the ability to register and track IP ownership across all digital supply chains and marketplaces to capitalize on the rapidly expanding base of creators, content and consumers. - Implementation of Real-Time Systems for IP
The velocity of content distribution has made physical licensing agreements and centralized royalties impractical in a decentralized, real-time setting. Retroactive policing of IP rights, trades and exchanges have frustrated consumers with little recourse to address fraud, IP theft and devalued assets. Digital asset copyright, trademark and distribution rights must evolve from paper contracts to real-time, use-licensing systems that coexist and evolve with networked applications. - Broader-Based Business Models
Real-time use licensing and trading can enable pricing models based on the growth and quality of digital assets. This will allow all open markets to inform use-based and context-reactive pricing models. While advertising- and subscription-based models are limited by population and time, market-based pricing business models allow the value of digital assets to grow commensurately with the exponential rise in assets, users and use cases.
The next chapter in IP licensing is now being written. Licensing professionals have the opportunity to map assets, business models and markets into an increasingly decentralized world. There is no better time than today, World IP Day, to accelerate the creation of a sustainable IP economy.
About Personal Digital Spaces: PDS provides an enterprise-grade API platform for building applications and marketplaces to license and monetize digital content and services. PDS fosters responsible, real-time management of digital property rights toward a Sustainable Information Economy where all can thrive.
View original content:
SOURCE Personal Digital Spaces (PDS) | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/04/26/despite-rough-start-ip-will-rule-metaverse/ | 2022-04-27T03:22:15Z |
STOCKHOLM, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alzinova AB (publ) ("Alzinova" or the "Company") today announces the initiation of the next step in the preclinical development of its oligomer-specific monoclonal antibody, ALZ-201. The Company is developing ALZ-201 as a second product in its portfolio of Alzheimer's treatments, along with its vaccine candidate, ALZ-101, which is currently in Phase 1b clinical development.
The Company has now initiated the development of a stable cell line to produce high and consistent levels of ALZ-201. In this process, the goal is to isolate single, viable, and high-producing cell clones to ensure compatibility with large-scale production of ALZ-201 in bioreactors. Alzinova has selected a collaboration partner to manage this work as a step in preparing the antibody for clinical trials.
Unique oligomer specificity
Aggregation of the amyloid beta peptide in the brain is widely recognized as a main driver of Alzheimer's disease. Both ALZ-201 and ALZ-101 are novel immunotherapies that specifically target a toxic, oligomeric form of the amyloid beta peptide.
Anders Sandberg, Chief Scientific Officer at Alzinova, comments, "With its unique binding profile, ALZ-201 stands out for us as the only antibody specifically targeting toxic amyloid beta. Preventing oligomers' toxic effect on brain cells could translate into high efficacy and more favourable safety profiles, with "best-in-class" potential compared to other amyloid beta-targeting immunotherapies. By initiating this next step to develop a stable cell line to produce ALZ-201, we are furthering our commitment to utilise our unique technology to develop disease modifying therapies to help patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease."
For more information, please contact:
Kristina Torfgård, CEO
Tel. +46 708 46 79 75
E-mail: kristina.torfgard@alzinova.com
About ALZ-201
ALZ-201 is a monoclonal antibody developed to specifically target toxic soluble forms of amyloid-beta42 "oligomers" – the main driver of Alzheimer's disease. It lacks affinity for monomers and fibrils, including plaques, and all forms of the much less toxic amyloid-beta 40 peptide. Despite its unique binding profile, it has a profound effect on the toxicity of brain extracts derived from deceased Alzheimer's patients. By specifically targeting the toxic form of the amyloid-beta peptide, a higher target engagement across the blood brain barrier is expected compared to other amyloid-targeting antibodies, potentially resulting in a therapy that is best-in-class within this class of therapeutics. ALZ-201 is in preclinical development and its binding specificity is similar to the related clinical stage vaccine, ALZ-101.
About Alzinova AB
Alzinova AB is a Swedish clinical-stage biopharma company specialising in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease targeting neurotoxic amyloid beta oligomers. The lead candidate, ALZ-101, is being developed as a therapeutic vaccine for the treatment of Alzheimer's. Alzinova's proprietary AβCC peptide™ technology enables the development of disease-modifying therapies that target the toxic amyloid beta oligomers involved in the onset and progression of the disease with high precision. Alzheimer's is one of the most common and devastating neurological diseases globally, with of the order of 40 million people afflicted today. In addition, the antibody ALZ-201 is in preclinical development, and the ambition is to expand the pipeline further. The company's Certified Advisor on Nasdaq First North Growth Market is Corpura info@corpura.se +46 768-532 822. For more information about Alzinova, please visit: www.alzinova.com.
This information was brought to you by Cision http://news.cision.com
The following files are available for download:
View original content:
SOURCE Alzinova | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/24/alzinova-initiates-development-stable-cell-line-prepare-monoclonal-antibody-alz-201-alzheimers-clinical-trials/ | 2022-05-24T15:48:54Z |
Human skeletal remains found at a Las Vegas lake one week after a body was found in a barrel
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5/Gray News) - The National Park Service reported human skeletal remains were discovered in a lake in Las Vegas, just a week after human remains were found in a barrel at the same lake.
The skeletal remains were found in Lake Mead National Recreational Area Saturday afternoon, FOX5 reported.
The park service said rangers received a witness report of the remains at Callville Bay around 2 p.m.
Park rangers responded to the call and set a perimeter to recover the remains.
The Clark County medical examiner has been contacted to determine the cause of death.
The discovery of these remains comes almost exactly one week from when a body was found in a barrel at Lake Mead on Sunday afternoon. That discovery was near Hemenway Harbor boat launch. The body may date back to the 1980′s.
Copyright 2022 KVVU via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/05/08/human-skeletal-remains-found-las-vegas-lake-one-week-after-body-was-found-barrel/ | 2022-05-09T00:13:39Z |
Biotech executive and company builder Mark Pruzanski named Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Industry veterans John Maraganore and Barbara Duncan join Board of Directors
NEW YORK, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Versanis Bio ("Versanis"), a clinical-stage company advancing novel therapeutics for cardiometabolic diseases, today announced three organizational appointments. Versanis welcomes Mark Pruzanski, M.D., as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and John Maraganore, Ph.D., and Barbara Duncan, MBA, to the Board of Directors. Lloyd Klickstein, M.D., Ph.D., who co-founded the company in 2021 with Aditum Bio, will continue in the role of President and Chief Scientific Officer.
"As accomplished biotech leaders, Mark, John, and Barbara bring a depth and breadth of expertise to Versanis that will help us realize our mission to bring transformational medicines to people living with cardiometabolic diseases," Klickstein said. "Their joining signals growing momentum and confidence in our potential, and I look forward to working with them to build on the strong scientific foundation we have established for bimagrumab."
Versanis is advancing its lead asset bimagrumab, a first-in-class monoclonal antibody that binds activin type II receptors, into a Phase 2b study later this year for the initial indication of obesity. Bimagrumab will be evaluated both as a monotherapy and co-administered with semaglutide to assess its ability to drive additive fat loss while preventing the concomitant substantial loss of lean mass associated with semaglutide and other incretin therapies. An earlier study demonstrated that one year of bimagrumab treatment in overweight and obese patients with type 2 diabetes resulted in more than 20% fat loss with a gain in lean mass.
"Obesity is the most pressing chronic public health challenge we face, with more than 40% of American adults now living with this disease," Pruzanski said. "While effective weight loss therapies are now emerging, achieving the best long-term health benefits is about more than just the number on a scale. Bimagrumab's unique mechanism of action directly targets both muscle and fat to drive improved body composition, which we believe will result in better outcomes."
Pruzanski brings more than 25 years of combined experience as a CEO, advisor, board member, and investor in the life sciences industry. Most notably, he founded Intercept Pharmaceuticals and was the company's CEO until 2021, having led its evolution from a drug discovery stage to a global development and commercial organization. While at Intercept, Pruzanski pioneered novel surrogate endpoints supporting accelerated approval in chronic liver diseases, championing the first therapeutic for NASH, which has surged in the wake of the global obesity epidemic to become a leading cause of liver failure.
Pruzanski was previously the Executive Chairman of the Versanis Board of Directors. He is an active board member for several biotechnology companies and healthcare organizations, including the Emerging Company Section of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). Earlier in his career, Pruzanski worked in life sciences investment and venture capital, having co-founded Apple Tree Partners. Pruzanski earned his M.D. from McMaster University Medical School and his M.A. in International Affairs from Johns Hopkins University.
"I am thrilled by the opportunity in this next chapter to join a company committed to the development of novel therapies for diseases that limit healthspan for so many, with great societal implications," Pruzanski said.
As independent directors, John Maraganore and Barbara Duncan bring proven strategic and operational leadership experience to the Board of Directors to help Versanis realize the full potential of bimagrumab.
Maraganore is the former founding CEO of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, leading the company to break new ground creating the world's first five RNAi therapeutic medicines. Prior to Alnylam, he served in business and scientific leadership roles at Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Biogen, and Zymogenetics. Maraganore is an active member of several significant public and private boards in the industry and is an advisor to a number of life sciences investment firms. He earned a Ph.D. in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of Chicago.
"Versanis is pioneering a whole new approach and innovative pathway to unlock what could become a very important therapy for a large number of people around the world, and I'm excited to work with Mark and the rest of the Board in this effort," Maraganore said. "Mark is both highly experienced and passionate about building companies and advancing new therapies, and he knows what it takes to lead a program through development and to the market. Without question, he is uniquely suited to guide Versanis forward."
Duncan worked in investment banking before joining DOV Pharmaceutical, Inc. as Chief Financial Officer for six years and then CEO and Director for almost four years. Duncan then served at Intercept Pharmaceuticals as Chief Financial Officer for seven years and has since provided counsel and expertise to several leading life sciences companies as they progress through key inflection points as a board member. Duncan earned an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
"It is an exciting time to be working with the proven team at Versanis to advance the treatment of cardiometabolic disease and bring improved health within reach for so many people," Duncan said.
Maraganore and Duncan join existing non-executive Board Directors Joe Jimenez, managing director of Aditum Bio; Mark Fishman, co-founder & SAB Chair of Aditum Bio; Michael Gladstone, partner at Atlas Venture; and Nick Williams, partner at Medicxi.
Bimagrumab is a first-in-class, fully human IgG1/λ monoclonal antibody to activin type II receptors that blocks binding of ligands including myostatin, activins and GDF11. Bimagrumab treatment decreases body fat, especially abdominal visceral fat, while at the same time increasing muscle mass. Bimagrumab has been administered to more than 1,000 patients across more than 20 clinical studies. It is now being advanced as a novel treatment for patients living with obesity, with additional indications to follow.
Versanis is a privately held, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company bringing transformational treatments to people living with cardiometabolic disease. The company's lead asset, bimagrumab, is being advanced in a Phase 2b study as a novel treatment for obesity to help adults achieve and maintain both substantial fat loss and a healthy body composition, with additional indications to follow. Versanis was founded in 2021 and is a portfolio company of Aditum Bio, Atlas Venture and Medicxi. For more information, please visit https://www.versanisbio.com/.
Media contact:
Darby Pearson
dpearson@vergescientific.com
703.587.0831
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Versanis Bio | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/07/20/versanis-bio-announces-leadership-board-appointments-company-prepares-initiate-phase-2b-study-with-novel-approach-obesity/ | 2022-07-20T12:23:51Z |
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s (R) top spokesperson is moving over to his reelection campaign.
Christina Pushaw began working for the governor’s office as DeSantis’s press secretary a little more than a year ago, but in that time she’s earned a reputation among Florida politicos and journalists for her combative online presence and frequent squabbling with reporters and virtually anyone willing to criticize her boss.
Pushaw also faced intense scrutiny earlier this summer after The Washington Post reported that she had registered as a foreign agent because of previous work she had done on behalf of the president of Georgia. DeSantis defended her in the face of the criticism, calling it a “smear” against his press secretary.
Her decision to resign her post in the governor’s office to work on the campaign side wasn’t a surprise. Pushaw retweeted a copy of her resignation letter on Friday along with a brief remark: “Now, the gloves are off.”
The Florida Standard, a conservative news site in the state, first reported Pushaw’s resignation.
She’s expected to serve as the director of rapid response for DeSantis’s reelection campaign, a position that will almost certainly allow her to reprise her role as the governor’s most aggressive defender. Bryan Griffin, the deputy press secretary for DeSantis’s office, will replace Pushaw as the press secretary at the governor’s office.
DeSantis himself is a polarizing figure. He became a rising star among conservatives in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic for his pushback against federal public health experts and his disdain for coronavirus-related restrictions.
Democrats, meanwhile, have sought to cast DeSantis as a fringe political figure with an “authoritarian streak,” arguing that he’s pushed the limits of his power to punish his critics and implement a hard-line agenda.
Still, he appears in a solid position to win a second term in the governor’s mansion in November. He faces no primary opposition and polling shows him leading both of his top Democratic challengers, Rep. Charlie Crist and state Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried. | https://cw33.com/hill-politics/desantis-press-secretary-christina-pushaw-resigns-from-governors-office-to-join-his-campaign/ | 2022-08-12T18:34:35Z |
HONG KONG, August 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BIT Mining Limited (NYSE: BTCM) ("BIT Mining" or the "Company"), a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency mining company, today announced that it received a letter from the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE"), dated July 29, 2022, notifying the Company that it was not in compliance with applicable price criteria (the "Price Criteria") in the NYSE's continued listing standards because, as of July 28, 2022, the average closing price of the Company's American Depositary Shares (the "ADSs") was less than US$1.00 per ADS over a consecutive 30 trading-day period.
Pursuant to Section 802.01C of the NYSE's Listed Company Manual, the Company has six months ("the Cure Period") following receipt of the notice to regain compliance with the minimum share price requirement. The Company can regain compliance at any time during the Cure Period if on the last trading day of any calendar month during the Cure Period the Company has a closing share price of at least US$1.00 per ADS, and an average closing share price of at least US$1.00 per ADS over the 30 trading-day period ending on the last trading day of that month. In the event that at the expiration of the Cure Period, both a US$1.00 per ADS closing share price on the last trading day of the Cure Period and a US$1.00 per ADS average closing share price over the 30 trading-day period ending on the last trading day of the Cure Period are not attained, the NYSE will commence suspension and delisting procedures.
The Company has notified the NYSE on August 4, 2022 of its intent to cure the deficiency.
During the Cure Period, the Company's ADSs will continue to be listed and traded on the NYSE, subject to compliance with other NYSE continued listing standards and other rights of the NYSE to delist the ADSs. The Company is currently in compliance with all other NYSE continued listing standards. The NYSE notice does not affect the Company's business operations, its U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reporting requirements or contractual obligations.
About BIT Mining
BIT Mining (NYSE: BTCM) is a leading technology-driven cryptocurrency mining company, with a long-term strategy to create value across the cryptocurrency industry. Its business covers cryptocurrency mining, mining pool, and data center operation. The Company owns the world's top blockchain browser BTC.com and the comprehensive mining pool business operated under BTC.com, providing multi-currency mining services including BTC, ETH and LTC. The Company also owns a 7-nanometer cryptocurrency mining machine manufacturer, Bee Computing, completing the Company's vertical integration with its supply chain, increasing its self-sufficiency and strengthening its competitive position.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "target," "going forward," "outlook" and similar statements. Such statements are based upon management's current expectations and current market and operating conditions and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company's control, which may cause the Company's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause BIT Mining's actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under law.
For further information:
BIT Mining Limited
ir@btcm.group
ir.btcm.group
www.btcm.group
The Piacente Group, Inc.
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1 (212) 481-2050
Email: BITMining@thepiacentegroup.com
View original content:
SOURCE BIT Mining Limited | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/05/bit-mining-limited-receives-notice-regarding-nyse-continued-listing-standards/ | 2022-08-05T21:23:06Z |
Berlin bathers brave cold to help cut Russian gas dependence
By KERSTIN SOPKE and FRANK JORDANS
Associated Press
BERLIN (AP) — Swimmers at Berlin’s outdoor pools need to brace themselves for chillier water this summer. The German capital’s public baths have said they are lowering water temperatures by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit due to the war in Ukraine. The move is intended to save on sky-high energy costs and help reduce imports of gas from Russia. Regular swimmers at Berlin’s Prinzenbad pool on Monday didn’t seem to mind the chill, with some saying it will also help Germany cut its greenhouse gas emissions. The German government recently urged citizens to cut back their energy use by turning down radiators, switching off the lights and working from home rather than driving to the office. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/02/berlin-bathers-brave-cold-to-help-cut-russian-gas-dependence/ | 2022-05-02T14:46:12Z |
NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") are investigating the proposed sale of Hanger, Inc. (NYSE: HNGR) to Patient Square Capital. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Hanger will receive only $18.75 in cash for each share of Hanger that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.
If you believe that this transaction undervalues the Company and/or if you would like to discuss your legal rights regarding the proposed sale, you may, without obligation or cost to you, e-mail or call KSF Managing Partner Lewis S. Kahn (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com) toll free at any time at 855-768-1857, or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nyse-hngr/ to learn more.
To learn more about KSF, whose partners include the Former Louisiana Attorney General, visit www.ksfcounsel.com.
Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
1100 Poydras St., Suite 3200
New Orleans, LA 70163
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/10/hanger-investor-alert-by-former-attorney-general-louisiana-kahn-swick-amp-foti-llc-investigates-adequacy-price-process-proposed-sale-hanger-inc-hngr/ | 2022-08-10T22:29:08Z |
(NEXSTAR) – Sky-high temperatures could leave airline travelers grounded, in extreme cases.
Flights can be delayed or canceled for any number of weather-related reasons. But even on calm, cloudless days, airlines can ground their aircraft simply because of soaring temperatures. It’s a relatively rare occurrence, albeit a necessary one to keep passengers and crew safe.
“During times of extreme heat, the air is less dense and generates less lift,” the Federal Aviation administration explains in a statement regarding the phenomena. And “less lift” is exactly what it sounds like — certain planes with heavier passenger or cargo loads simply have a tougher time getting off the ground.
“Airlines may have to reduce aircraft weight in order to take off, which they do by offloading cargo or passengers,” the FAA notes. “Airlines may also decide to reduce the amount of fuel loaded in order to accommodate all passengers, in which case they may add a fuel stop in order to reach their intended destination.”
On especially hot days, dozens of flights can be grounded altogether. On one scorching June afternoon in 2017, for instance, American Airlines canceled 40 flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport amid temperatures that neared 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
In that instance, an American Airlines representative said the carrier canceled its smaller regional flights operated on Bombardier jets, which were not recommended for operation in temperatures above 118 degrees.
Bigger jets, like those made by Boeing or Airbus, can operate in hotter temperatures — specifically, the mid-to-high 120s.
“All of our airplanes are designed and tested to operate in both extreme cold and hot weather conditions,” a representative for Boeing told Nexstar. “Our maintenance and operations manuals provide guidance and procedures to ensure safe operation of the commercial fleet.”
A spokesman for Boeing also once said the manufacturer sells “hot and high” packages to carriers who anticipate the need for more thrust in hot weather, according to a CNBC report that Boeing’s rep referred to.
Lucky for many passengers taking off from Phoenix Sky Harbor, the hottest temperature ever recorded at the airport was 122 degrees — back on June 26, 1990. Greg Roybal, the public information officer for Sky Harbor, further claimed the facility is equipped with longer runways to accommodate planes that need higher takeoff speeds in hot weather. Employees are also reminded to stay hydrated and carry water throughout the summer.
“Sky Harbor is well prepared for Arizona summers,” Roybal said. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/flying-in-extreme-heat-when-is-it-too-hot-for-takeoff/ | 2022-07-02T17:03:15Z |
WASHINGTON (AP) — The large fencing that has encircled the U.S. Supreme Court for months has now been removed.
The non-scalable fencing was gone Monday morning, leaving only small barricades blocking off the plaza and steps in front of the high court.
Court spokeswoman Patricia McCabe would say only that the fence came down sometime during the weekend. “The Court as a matter of policy does not discuss security arrangements,” McCabe said in an email.
The building, closed in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic, remains off-limits to the public.
The fence had been installed in May as protests erupted outside the court and outside the homes of some Supreme Court justices after a leaked opinion signaled the justices were planning to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets outside the court in June after the court handed down its ruling, overturning a landmark case making abortion legal throughout the United States nearly 50 years ago.
The justices also faced increasing threats. A California man was arrested in June near the home of Justice Brett Kavanaugh carrying a gun, knife and pepper spray after telling police he was planning to kill the justice.
The fencing that had been installed outside the court was similar to the fence put up for months around the U.S. Capitol in the wake of the Jan. 6, 2021 attack when supporters of then-President Donald Trump stormed the building.
Protests at the court have waned in recent weeks. Still, law enforcement officials have warned about the potential for attacks on police, judges and government buildings after the FBI searched Trump’s estate in Florida as part of an investigation into the potential mishandling of classified records.
While the court building has been closed to the public since March 2020, the justices heard arguments in-person for the past year, but only reporters, lawyers and court employees could attend.
The new term begins Oct. 3. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-supreme-court-fencing-removed-but-building-remains-closed/ | 2022-08-30T04:42:20Z |
NEW YORK, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Volta Inc. (NYSE: VLTA).
To receive updates on the lawsuit, fill out the form:
https://claimyourloss.com/securities/volta-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=27455&from=4
The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Volta between August 2, 2021 and March 28, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until May 31, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Volta Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Volta had improperly accounted for restricted stock units issued in connection with the business combination of Volta Industries, Inc. ("Legacy Volta") and Tortoise Acquisition Corp. II; (2) as a result, the Company had understated its net loss for third quarter 2021; (3) there were material weaknesses in the Company's internal control over financial reporting that resulted in a material error; (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company would restate its financial statements; (5) as a result of the foregoing, Legacy Volta's founders would imminently exit the Company; (6) as a result, the Company's financial results would be adversely impacted; and (7) 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.
Jakubowitz Law is vigorous in pursuit of justice for shareholders who have been the victim of securities fraud. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
JAKUBOWITZ LAW
1140 Avenue of the Americas
9th Floor
New York, New York 10036
T: (212) 867-4490
F: (212) 537-5887
View original content:
SOURCE Jakubowitz Law | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/20/vlta-shareholder-alert-jakubowitz-law-reminds-volta-shareholders-lead-plaintiff-deadline-may-31-2022/ | 2022-05-20T11:17:50Z |
This webinar series will focus on key topics related to the workforce and staffing industry
BOSTON, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today TalentBurst, Inc., a leading talent workforce solutions provider, announced it will host a new educational webinar series focusing on key topics in the workforce and staffing industry. Each month TalentBurst will partner with industry and subject matter experts for live discussions and Q&A sessions about these important issues facing the industry today. The most pressing challenge identified by industry professionals in 2021 was clear: finding qualified candidates. This might be a surprise to some, particularly given how many people are trying to re-enter the workforce post-COVID.
The first webinar, to be held on May 10th at 1:00pm EST, will address the topic of Engaging with a Multi-Generational Workforce in the Healthcare Industry. In response to new data published by the AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges), the United States could see an estimated shortage of between 37,800 and 124,000 physicians by 2034, including shortfalls in both primary and specialty care. With that said the staffing industry will need to leverage the generational work force strengths and differences which will give health care system leaders an edge as the health care field moves from an operational volume-based environment to a value-based care system and business model.
The idea for a monthly series came after TalentBurst saw an overwhelming demand for real time industry updates from subject matter experts that are actively involved in this dynamic growth industry. Brad Talwar, TalentBurst's CEO, stated, "We believe that a webinar series, with expert advice and a live Q&A for attendees, is the best way to address the wide range of communication concerns in our industry at the present time." Planned future topics in TalentBurst's webinar series include:
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee & Client Retention
- Workforce challenges in supporting High Risk Jobs and Payroll Costs
New speakers will be announced monthly.
To register for our webinar on May 10th at 1:00pm EST: CLICK HERE
For complimentary resources, webinar updates, and other information, visit www.talentburst.com
About TalentBurst, Inc. Since 2002, TalentBurst has established itself as one of the most respected names in the staff augmentation, payroll, and employer of record (EOR) space. TalentBurst provides total workforce talent solutions to Fortune 500 companies in the United States and Canada, including, but not limited to, staff augmentation, high hazard payrolling, and employer of record services. TalentBurst is headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts and has satellites offices in San Francisco, Portland, Toronto, Florida, New York, Bangalore, and New Delhi, India. TalentBurst has expertise in information Technology Consulting; Accounting & Finance; and Compliance Consulting in the areas of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) under the USA Patriot Act. TalentBurst has a global workforce of 2,400 people with estimated revenues of $145 million for the year (2021). TalentBurst is certified by the National Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. (NMSDC). TalentBurst was ranked by Inc. magazine for over nine years as one of the United States' fastest growing companies. TalentBurst is also recognized as a Top 50 Diversity Owned Business in Massachusetts and Top 50 Privately held Business in Massachusetts.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE TalentBurst, Inc. | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/04/25/talentburst-announces-new-webinar-series-engaging-with-multi-generational-workforce-healthcare-industry/ | 2022-04-25T15:12:04Z |
Key Service Can Help Drivers Stretch Each Gallon
CENTREVILLE, Va., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gas prices are averaging nearly $5 a gallon and that means every drop counts. Drivers can stretch those gallons further, possibly saving hundreds of dollars a year. And it's not just their driving habits – there are maintenance items that can have a big impact on a vehicle's fuel efficiency.
CARFAX has compiled tips to maximize mileage, but how much can drivers really save? Let's say you drive 12,000 miles per year, your car averages 25 mpg, and gas is $5 per gallon; if you follow these maintenance and driving tips, you could save up to $600 a year. If your car has several issues, or you're usually an aggressive driver, your peak gas savings could be even higher.
How can you save? Start with maintenance. Here are seven tips:
- Properly inflate your tires. Make sure your tires have enough air to help optimize your car's fuel economy. If your car's tires are under-inflated, it can lower gas mileage. You can find your proper tire pressure in your car's owner's manual.
- Keep up with oil changes. Regular oil changes are key. If you want optimal fuel economy, your best bet is choosing the grade of motor oil recommended by your car's manufacturer.
- Use the right gas. As with oil, use the gas recommended by your car's manufacturer to achieve optimal fuel economy.
- Get tune-ups when needed. Common tune-up items such as replacing dirty fuel filters, checking hoses for leaks, and making sure the fuel injection system is operating efficiently will payoff at the pump.
According to the EPA, fixing an out of tune engine can improve your gas mileage up to 40%. You may think you're saving money in the short term by waiting to get the work done, but in fact, you're just burning cash. - Get low rolling resistance tires. "Rolling resistance" measures the amount of effort required to keep a tire rolling down the road. Fuel-efficient tires can reduce rolling resistance by well over 10% compared to conventional tires.
- Drop extra weight. According to the EPA, an extra 100 pounds in your vehicle diminishes gas mileage by about 1%. As the weight grows, so does the mileage reduction. And the impact is greater on smaller vehicles. If you keep your trunk cluttered, clear it out.
- Improve your car's aerodynamics. Roof-mounted cargo can reduce your fuel economy by as much as 25%, according to the EPA. If you use a cargo box, remove it when not in use.
If you're unsure of your vehicle's maintenance history, check out CARFAX Car Care to better understand how the car was previously maintained. CARFAX Car Care is a free tool to track your service history and future needs, with timely service reminders. Finally, take the long view – CARFAX data shows that a well-maintained car is worth an extra $2,000 in resale value over one that hasn't gotten its TLC.
When trying to save gas, behavior also matters. Lay off any aggressive driving tactics – speeding, sudden braking, or quick acceleration; these all hurt your fuel economy. Cruise control is a great tool, especially with highway driving, to maximize mileage. It also helps when you watch your speed – gas mileage falls fast at speeds over 50 mph. According to the EPA, each 5 mph over 50 mph is the equivalent of paying an extra 34 cents per gallon of gas.
For more information on how to save gas with good maintenance and driving habits:
www.carfax.com/blog/how-to-save-gas
About CARFAX
CARFAX, part of S&P Global Mobility, helps millions of people every day confidently shop, buy, service and sell used cars with innovative solutions powered by CARFAX vehicle history information. The expert in vehicle history since 1984, CARFAX provides exclusive services like CARFAX Used Car Listings, CARFAX Car Care, CARFAX History-Based Value and the flagship CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ to consumers and the automotive industry. CARFAX owns the world's largest vehicle history database and is nationally recognized as a top workplace by The Washington Post and Glassdoor.com. Shop, Buy, Service, Sell – Show me the CARFAX™.
S&P Global Mobility is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE CARFAX | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/19/carfax-save-gas-amp-money-through-maintenance/ | 2022-07-19T15:11:09Z |
New Immersive VR Training for surgeons on workflows including Siemens Healthineers' mobile 3D imaging system Cios Spin
VANCOUVER, BC, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - PrecisionOS® is now offering immersive virtual reality (VR) training in partnership with Siemens Healthineers. The module helps surgeons and technicians to practice the use of Siemens Healthineers' mobile 3D C-arm Cios Spin for intraoperative quality control and surgical workflow guidance. Multi user, peer-to-peer training sessions will enable the exchange of surgical procedure knowhow on a virtual patient and will lead to an enhanced surgeon/technician collaboration.
"Providing better training for surgeons and technicians will promote better teamwork and experience for everyone in the OR," says Danny Goel, M.D., orthopedic surgeon and CEO, PrecisionOS. "The result will be better patient care and improved OR safety."
The importance of collaboration between the C-arm technician and the surgeon during surgery is illustrated in a case study, "Novel Application of Immersive Virtual Reality Simulation Training: A Case Report," published in the August 2021 issue of JAAOS Global Research & Reviews. The paper details how a fourth-year resident, after practicing on PrecisionOS' training module, successfully redid a surgery for slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) using 10x less radiation vs the index procedure.
"PrecisionOS' VR software allows for surgeons to practice and behave authentically as well as collaboratively in a hyper-realistic environment," says Janine Weidling, Global Head of Education Services Advanced Therapies at Siemens Healthineers. "This increases the quality of procedure- and imaging-related skills for the users and provides them with more certainty, especially in demanding surgical cases."
PrecisionOS is working to improve all training for the operating room. The company recently expanded beyond orthopedics into general surgery. The Siemens Healthineers partnership expands the company's growing network of medical device partners. PrecisionOS works with many of the top 10 medical device companies.
About PrecisionOS
PrecisionOS is a leading provider of virtual reality surgical training for the medical industry. Societies, universities, and medical device companies prefer PrecisionOS modules because they improve the transfer of knowledge and skills. Multiple, independent trials published in medical journals confirm that participants using the PrecisionOS platform become better, more confident surgeons. PrecisionOS has collaborative affiliations with more than 50 major medical institutions in the U.S. and Canada and the company's technology platform is being used in more than 50 countries globally. Learn more at www.precisionostech.com.
About our partner, Siemens Healthineers
Siemens Healthineers AG (listed in Frankfurt, Germany: SHL) pioneers breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. As a leading medical technology company headquartered in Erlangen, Germany, Siemens Healthineers, and its regional companies is continuously developing its product and service portfolio, with AI-supported applications and digital offerings that play an increasingly important role in the next generation of medical technology. These new applications will enhance the company's foundation in in-vitro diagnostics, image-guided therapy, in-vivo diagnostics, and innovative cancer care. Siemens Healthineers also provides a range of services and solutions to enhance healthcare providers' ability to provide high-quality, efficient care. In fiscal 2021, which ended on September 30, 2021, Siemens Healthineers, which has approximately 66,000 employees worldwide, generated revenue of €18.0 billion and adjusted EBIT of €3.1 billion. Further information is available at www.siemens-healthineers.com.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE PrecisionOS Technology | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/24/precisionos-partners-with-siemens-healthineers-vr-based-surgical-training-development/ | 2022-05-24T12:53:14Z |
City Council members discuss eyesores, demolition work
ALLIANCE − Tuesday wasn't a good day for the city's eyesore properties.
City Councilwoman Sheila Cherry urged city officials at the board's first meeting in September to enforce rules enforcing against nuisance properties, and order residents to clean them or issue fines.
"We take pride in our community," she said. "Why have (city codes) if we don't use them?"
More:Carnation Mall in Alliance is shuttered
Councilman Jim Edwards similarly expressed concern about demolition work at the the old McCaskey Register Co. plant which started in October 2021.
The work came to a halt in the winter and not much has been done since. Mayor Alan Andreani said only recently has there been some movement on the property.
"Should we look at fines?" Edwards asked.
Marshall Land Co. owns the 96-year-old building on Union Avenue. Andreani said there is no city deadline on the work because it is a private project.
Michael Dreger, the city's safety and service director, didn't disagree that the demolition work was slow. However, he told Edwards any fines would need to come from the law department.
Edwards also asked if the property should be fenced for safety purposes. Dreger didn't think so.
"It's an ugly pile of rumble, but it's a stable pile of rumble," Dreger said.
In other business:
- APPROVED − Council OK'd rule and procedure changes for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Viaduct Commission. Among the changes were making beautification projects in the downtown area and promoting downtown activities part of the commission duties.
- HEARD − Council learned there was an uptick in COVID-19 cases (72) within the last week. The previous count was 50 cases.
- SWORN-IN − Adam Smith, 25, of New Franklin and Ryan Hendershot, 21, of North Canton were sworn-in as new city firefighters. "We wish them well," Andreani said following the ceremony. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/alliance/2022/09/07/alliance-city-council-discusses-eyesores-demolition/65742052007/ | 2022-09-07T14:45:01Z |
Search continues for Texas woman accused in cyclist’s death
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The search continued Tuesday for a woman suspected in the fatal shooting of professional cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson at an Austin home.
Wilson, 25, was found dead May 11, and Austin police issued a murder warrant for Kaitlin Marie Armstrong, 34, last week.
Wilson, a competitive gravel and mountain bike racer and Vermont native, had been in Austin for a cycling event. According to an affidavit, Wilson had previously dated Armstrong’s boyfriend, cyclist Colin Strickland, who has cooperated with investigators and is not a suspect.
According to the affidavit, Armstrong’s SUV was seen on surveillance video outside the home where Wilson was found shot to death. Police questioned Armstrong on May 13 but the warrant for her arrest wasn’t issued until May 19.
When asked May 13 about the vehicle, Armstrong “continued to remain very still and guarded,” then asked to leave and was allowed to do so, the affidavit said. She has not been seen since and her social media accounts were deleted, the affidavit said.
Armstrong’s father, Michael Armstrong, told ABC’s “Good Morning America” in an interview broadcast Tuesday that he doesn’t believe that his daughter could have killed Wilson. He said there are many “unanswered questions” about what happened.
“I know her. I know how she thinks and I know what she believes. And I know that she just would not do something like this,” Michael Armstrong said.
Wilson’s family said she had recently decided to move from San Francisco back to Vermont, and the family said in a statement that she was not in a relationship with anyone at the time of her death.
“There are no words that can express the pain and suffering we are experiencing due to this senseless, tragic loss,” the family said in a statement. “Moriah was a talented, kind and caring young woman. Her life was taken from her before she had the opportunity to achieve everything she dreamed of.” | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/24/search-continues-for-texas-woman-accused-in-cyclists-death/ | 2022-05-24T15:42:49Z |
FIRST INSTALLATION HEADED TO CALIFORNIA'S CANNABIS PRODUCTION HEARTLAND
DENVER, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CryoMass Technologies Inc. (the "Company" or "CryoMass") (OTCQX: CRYM) is pleased to announce that rigorous testing of its patented cryogenic trichrome separation system has yielded results in all key areas of interest that either met or significantly surpassed pre-testing expectations. The Company is now busily preparing to deliver its first commercial unit to an operating partner based in the heart of the largest cannabis production region of the world's largest cannabis market, California.
This Monterey-based company manufactures premium extracts for their own brand and several of the more prominent, better-known brands in California. Their extensive expertise in producing high-quality, standardized extracts should prove invaluable as we refine standard operating procedures (SOP) to guide product development for future customers.
Together we are establishing a toll processing station at their sophisticated Monterey facility, where we expect to process cannabis on behalf of some of California's leading cannabis cultivators, many of which are already close business relationships. The Company is confident this partnership will begin generating revenues in the 4th quarter of 2022 and anticipate a steep ramp-up in revenues throughout 2023.
The CryoMass system enables cannabis and hemp cultivators and processors to optimize and streamline their processes, thus dramatically reducing costs while simultaneously capturing approximately 97% of the active elements and increasing the purity and quality of the products sold to consumers.
CryoMass Director and CEO Christian Noël stated, "Finally, after seven years of engineering, product development, and testing, we are ready to commercialize this exciting new technology. And the demand is incredible. Every week we receive inquiries from cannabis and hemp cultivators and processors from all around the United States and the rest of the world as well. It's an exciting time for us."
Noël added, "Our initial target market is North America, especially the United States. We think our first deployment in Monterey will serve to attract cultivators from within a four-hour radius seeking to avail themselves of this "must-have" new cryogenic trichome separation technology. Between Santa Barbara and Monterey, we will be positioned to toll-process for approximately 5,000 cultivation licenses representing 60% of the entire California market. We view this first installation as the perfect venue to showcase the CryoMass system to future customers from all around the globe."
Testing Phase Highlights
When comparing the results of the patented CryoMass system to traditional trichome separation systems, there is no comparison.
Based on the processing of 25,000 lbs. of biomass, here are the results of our trichome separation system versus nine leading traditional systems that do not and cannot utilize our patented cryogenic, solventless separation process:
It is important to note that one of the key reasons the CryoMass system is so much more efficient from a process and cost-saving perspective is that it is, to the best of our knowledge, the only continuous-feed separation system while all others are batch-feed systems.
Although the Company's initial focus is on the cannabis and hemp sector, there is tremendous potential to generate important revenue streams from processing other high-value, trichrome-rich plants where similar cost savings and end-product improvements can be realized.
Here is the video of the continuous-feed CryoMass trichrome separation system in operation that was initially published in May: CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO
The common stock of CryoMass Technologies Inc. trades on the OTC QX market under the symbol CRYM. For further information, please contact the Company by email at investors@cryomass.com or by telephone at +1 833 256 2382.
This press release is not an offer of securities, or a solicitation for purchase, subscription or sale of securities in the United States of America or in any other jurisdiction in which it would be unlawful to do so.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, including risk factors identified in the Company's SEC filings, and which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, changes in the regulatory environment affecting the sale and use of cannabis or hemp products and of other, potential lines of businesses that the Company will consider entering at a given time, demand for the Company's products, internal funding and the financial condition of the Company, product roll-out, competition, our dependence upon our commercial partners, variations in the global commodities markets and other commercial matters involving the Company, its products and the markets in which the Company operates or seeks to enter, as well as general economic conditions. The forward-looking statements in this press release are made only as of the date hereof, and unless otherwise required by applicable securities laws, the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Investors should note that there are significant legal restrictions and regulations that govern the cannabis industry in the United States. Marijuana, as defined in the U.S. Controlled Substances Act, remains a Schedule I drug under the respective act, making it illegal under federal law in the U.S. to, among other things, cultivate, distribute or possess cannabis. Financial transactions involving proceeds generated by, or intended to promote, cannabis-related business activities in the U.S. may form the basis for prosecution under applicable U.S. federal money laundering legislation. Please carefully review the Company's SEC filings with respect to related risk factor.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE CryoMass Technologies Inc | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/04/cryomass-prepares-market-launch-its-revolutionary-trichome-separator/ | 2022-08-04T12:01:03Z |
A leading registered investment advisory firm is making available its team of financial planners and network of attorneys and tax professionals…for FREE!
WHEATON, Ill., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To support and encourage anyone taking that first step in preparing or modifying their financial plan, Fairhaven Wealth Management is hosting a pro bono financial planning day on Thursday, June 16th.
"Anyone who thinks financial planning is only for the wealthy or those approaching retirement has it backwards. Financial planning can be an important component to get you started on the path to building wealth and hitting goals like paying for college, buying that first car or house, and setting yourself up for retirement.", said Marc Horner, Founder and CEO Fairhaven Wealth Management. "Financial literacy needs improvement. But we also need to improve financial planning accessibility to help people get started sooner."
A recent survey by LendingTree of more than 2,000 U.S. consumers revealed disturbing emotional responses to the financial challenges of the pandemic:
- More than 4 out of 10 Americans have cried about money during the pandemic; 84% of those who cried about money did so more than once.
- Regardless of income level, the top reasons for crying over money were job or income loss (42%), not being able to provide for their family (33%) and too much debt (31%).
- Few people took action; of those that reported crying during the pandemic, less than 1 in 5 created a plan to tackle the financial issues they worried about.
"Writing down and visualizing your goals + a public commitment + ongoing accountability greatly improves your chances of hitting your goals. But taking action is the single most important step.", said Marc Horner. "Making planning resources available for free is one way Fairhaven is trying to help more people take control of their financial futures."
For more information on Fairhaven's Pro Bono Financial Planning Day, including scheduling your timeslot, visit: https://www.fairhavenwealth.com/event-details/pro-bono-financial-planning-day-june-16th
Earlier this year, Fairhaven Wealth Management was named by Inc. Magazine as the top financial planning employer in the entire state of Illinois: https://www.inc.com/best-workplaces/2022. Fairhaven was one of only seven financial planning employers across the entire United States to be recognized by Inc.
Today the Fairhaven team serves more than 450 clients across the country. For more information, visit www.fairhavenwealth.com.
Fairhaven is an independent, privately-owned SEC-registered investment and wealth management firm. Our values are summed up in the Fairhaven Way /fair•haven/: 1. Listen more than we speak 2. Provide unbiased financial advice 3. Tailor strategies to client goals 4. Deliver prudent investment management 5. Focus on tax efficiency 6. Remain disciplined in a world of uncertainty 7. Communicate candidly & consistently. To learn more, visit www.fairhavenwealth.com. Or follow the firm on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
LendingTree commissioned Qualtrics to conduct an online survey of 2,050 U.S. consumers from Aug. 2-6, 2021. The survey was administered using a non-probability-based sample, and quotas were used to ensure the sample base represented the overall population. All responses were reviewed by researchers for quality control.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE FAIRHAVEN WEALTH MGMT LLC | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/01/fairhaven-wealth-management-launches-pro-bono-financial-planning-day/ | 2022-06-01T19:59:31Z |
SAO PAULO, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AXENYA, a leading Latin-American digital health start-up company, and HealthCo, a premier data-intensive consulting firm and insurance broker, announce that they have reached an agreement to merge the companies into the leading corporate health-tech ecosystem in the Latin-American region.
The combined companies will serve over 35,000 lives and have the capacity to deliver value across the entire healthcare journey. The companies expect to more than double that number in the coming year. All founding and operating teams at HealthCo and Axenya will remain in the company and as shareholders of the new company, which will operate under the Axenya brand.
"The New Axenya marries the most advanced population data science with cutting edge, clinically proven, digital therapeutics", said Mariano García-Valiño, Founder of Axenya. "The combination creates an unbeatable ecosystem, where we can gather data to analyze large populations, identify care gaps and create perfectly targeted individual digital plans for each person, improving clinical metrics and reducing cost across the entire spectrum".
Axenya, that started operations in 2020, offers software and hardware products that expand the doctor's toolbox, allows them to help their patients achieve higher standards of health and make the overall practice of medicine more personalized and precise. The company is the first member of the Digital Therapeutic Alliance in Latin America and the only company in the region with clinical research published in peer-reviewed journals. HealthCo is one of the most advanced data-intensive healthcare brokers in the region and approaching 90 corporate clients. Their proprietary data analytics result in consistent savings for their client base.
The combination becomes a one stop shop to enable corporate clients to maximize quality and expense in all aspects of their healthcare needs: from population analytics, 24/7 monitoring and course correction, delivering individually selected next generation digital therapeutic tools and ultimately renegotiating fees with payors driven by the savings generated by its healthcare program. As a result, Axenya will deliver unparalleled clinical results, user satisfaction and cost savings.
"We now have a company that can deliver results like nobody else in the market", said Roberto Vianna, co-Founder of HealthCo. "Using a combination of software, technology, machine learning and behavioral and data science, Axenya can optimize the healthcare journey end-to-end, empowering companies and its employees with unbiased information, trusted guidance and high-value care, and delivering, at the same time, effective cost savings."
In combination with this merger, Axenya received a capital injection, led by IGAH ventures, and with participation of NXTP, Big_Bets, Alexia, Axenya's founder Mariano Garcia-Valiño and several individual investors and employees.
ABOUT AXENYA
Axenya is a health technology company that seeks to connect Latin America with the future of medicine. With its digitally enhanced corporate health ecosystem, it offers and manages the most suitable healthcare plans in a digital, efficient and transparent fashion, protecting the employee's health, end to end, through all the journey. Integrating cutting edge software, hardware, artificial intelligence, intensive data-analysis and behavioral sciences, Axenya improves the efficiency in delivering health services, as well as expands the companies' toolbox and makes medicine more personal and precise, offering what is effectively a new care standard. The company delivers excellent patient satisfaction, superior clinic results and lower costs, improving the quality per dollar spent by companies while allowing access to modern medicine to all employees and dependents. www.axenya.com
MEDIA AND INVESTOR ENQUIRIES
Mariano Garcia-Valiño / mariano@axenya.com
View original content:
SOURCE Axenya Holdings Inc. | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/03/axenya-merges-with-healthco-create-most-advanced-health-tech-ecosystem-region/ | 2022-08-03T12:09:29Z |
Long-term acute care hospital leveraging products and education to support best practices
NORTHFIELD, Ill., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Medline today announced a new collaboration with Oklahoma-based Inspire Specialty Hospital, a 30-plus bed long-term acute care hospital. The partnership offers Inspire Specialty Hospital a combination of products and clinical education through the Medline Post-Acute Care Infection Prevention Program to help standardize practice and drive sustainable outcomes around infection prevention protocols within their facility.
"Our patients often come to us from the hospital with medically complex issues so we are always looking at new ways to help decrease the risk of hospital acquired infections and break the chain of infection," said Wayne Cook, infection preventionist and housekeeping director for Inspire Specialty Hospital. "With nearly 70 full-time staff members at our facility, it is a relief and tremendous value having Medline as a partner, who can help us stay on top of ongoing education opportunities to establish good habits."
As part of the program, Inspire Specialty Hospital is incorporating training courses on hand hygiene compliance and personal protective equipment (PPE) best practices into their new hiring training. Staff will be able to access education through Medline's online education platform Medline University. For more than 15 years, Medline University has offered healthcare professionals over 200 free continuing education courses. Additionally, Inspire is leveraging EVS and hand hygiene kits with posters, engaging activities and knowledge assessments aimed at helping staff retain concepts at all skill levels.
In addition to education, Inspire Specialty Hospital has invested in a system of products, including Medline's Microfiber Mop System and Micro-Kill disinfectant spray, as well as Medline branded hand sanitizer and fluid absorption mats, to support the facility's best practices.
"Long-term acute care hospitals require extremely skilled, multifaceted care from frontline staff, and the pandemic was proof that their clinical capabilities can help extend an acute care hospital's capacity. We recognize that this is an expanding healthcare setting and by focusing on periodic training on prevention strategies, we hope to empower staff and help create consistent infection prevention practices," said Cristina Alvarez, marketing manager, Medline Post-Acute Care Infection Prevention Program.
Learn more about Medline's Post-Acute Care Infection Prevention Program at https://www.medline.com/infection-prevention/long-term-care/.
About Medline
Medline is a healthcare company; a manufacturer, distributor, and solutions provider focused on improving the overall operating performance of healthcare. Partnering with healthcare systems and facilities across the continuum of care, Medline provides the clinical and supply chain resources required for long-term financial viability in delivering high-quality care. With the scale of one of the country's largest companies and the agility of a family-led business, Medline is able to invest in its customers for the future and rapidly respond to a dynamically changing market with customized solutions. Headquartered in Northfield, Ill., Medline has 30,000+ employees worldwide and does business in more than 125 countries and territories. Learn more about Medline at www.medline.com.
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
YouTube
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Medline | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/09/inspire-specialty-hospital-taps-into-medline-post-acute-care-infection-prevention-program/ | 2022-09-09T14:32:32Z |
Local leaders hear strengths, challenges of Kansas economy at Chamber of Commerce meeting
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Local government and business leaders heard about economic strengths and challenges in the Sunflower State during the 2022 Town Hall Tour sponsored by the Kansas Chamber of Commerce at the Greater Topeka Partnership office, 719 S. Kansas Ave.
About 50 people were on hand for the 90-minute meeting, which featured analysis by Ted Abernathy, of the Shallotte, N.C.-based Economic Leadership group.
Four areas of emphasis addressed in the meeting were the need to: grow Kansas’ talent supply; increase Kansas’ competitiveness with other states; expand innovation and entrepreneurship; and improve business infrastructure.
Among challenges presented at the meeting were bringing new businesses to the Sunflower State. For example, Kansas had a relatively flat job growth from 2000 to 2020, with U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics showing only a 0.9% increase.
That compares with 7.1% nationwide. Neighboring states, meanwhile, reported substantially more job growth during the same 20-year period, with Colorado leading the way at 19.4%. Nebraska checking in at 4.7%; Oklahoma at 4.6% and Missouri at 4.1%.
Among other challenges facing Kansas as it attempts to land more jobs is employment growth that is lagging behind the national average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Between 2010 and 2022, Kansas saw a 5.5% increase in employment, compared with 16.8% nationwide.
Manufacturing jobs have remained unchanged from 2010-2020, while neighboring states have all seen increases, including: 18.2% in Colorado; 8.3% in Missouri; 6.3% in Nebraska; and 1.1% in Oklahoma.
Also discussed at the meeting was Kansas’ labor force remaining nearly static since 2010. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Kansas had 1,502,043 people in its labor force in January 2010. By January 2022, that number was 1,505,575, an increase of around 3,500 jobs statewide in two decades.
Another concern noted at Tuesday’s meeting was a projection that Kansas is projected to have a population loss among people ages 25 to 64 over the next decade. Information provided at Tuesday’s meeting projected Kansas would lose 2.0% of its working-age population from 2021-2031.
On the positive side, Abernathy said, Kansas has a strong education system; strong productivity; a high labor-force participation; low public debt; Top 10 infrastructure and transportation; moderate taxes; and affordable housing.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Kansas was below the national average but still had an increase of 44% in business formations from January 2020 to May 2022.
Kansas also ranks as the fourth-best state in terms of infrastructure; 25th in terms of workforce; 30th in business climate; and 31st in innovation.
Kansas ranks fifth in transportation, according to US News, which takes into account areas such as commute time, road quality and bridge quality.
Abernathy pointed out that while “infrastructure” includes energy, roads, bridges, airports and broadband access, it also takes into account housing, health care and child care.
The Sunflower State also ranks 24th in a 2022 state business tax climate index, according to information presented at Tuesday’s meeting.
Sunflower State has 43.6% of its workforce with a post-secondary degree.
Several areas where job growth is expected in Kansas also were addressed at Tuesday’s meeting. A heavy demand for licensed practical nurses; software and computer support; dental and medical assistants; and truck drivers is expected in Kansas.
Abernathy said Kansas ranks near the middle of states for climate-weather change, noting some areas of the nation, such as Arizona, are affected by drought while others, like California, are affected by wildfires, and yet others, like his home state of North Carolina, have to deal with hurricanes on an annual basis.
During a question-and answer session near the end of the program, several attendees spoke of the affordability of living in Topeka one of the things that can be built upon when attempting to attract new businesses -- and residents -- to Kansas.
Attendees also spoke of the need to market Topeka and Kansas in a favorable way in an effort to help keep young people in the Sunflower State.
Other meetings in the Kansas Chamber’s 2022 Town Hall Tour were scheduled later Tuesday for Wichita and Wednesday in Dodge City.
Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/07/12/local-leaders-hear-strengths-challenges-kansas-economy-chamber-commerce-meeting/ | 2022-07-12T17:35:14Z |
Greenland’s rapidly melting ice sheet will eventually raise global sea level by at least 10.6 inches (27 centimeters) — more than twice as much as previously forecast — according to a study published Monday.
That’s because of something that could be called zombie ice. That’s doomed ice that, while still attached to thicker areas of ice, is no longer getting replenished by parent glaciers now receiving less snow. Without replenishment, the doomed ice is melting from climate change and will inevitably raise seas, said study co-author William Colgan, a glaciologist at the Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland.
“It’s dead ice. It’s just going to melt and disappear from the ice sheet,” Colgan said in an interview. “This ice has been consigned to the ocean, regardless of what climate (emissions) scenario we take now.”
Study lead author Jason Box, a glaciologist at the Greenland survey, said it is “more like one foot in the grave.”
The unavoidable ten inches in the study is more than twice as much sea level rise as scientists had previously expected from the melting of Greenland’s ice sheet. The study in the journal Nature Climate Change said it could reach as much as 30 inches (78 centimeters). By contrast, last year’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report projected a range of 2 to 5 inches (6 to 13 centimeters) for likely sea level rise from Greenland ice melt by the year 2100.
What scientists did for the study was look at the ice in balance. In perfect equilibrium, snowfall in the mountains in Greenland flows down and recharges and thickens the sides of glaciers, balancing out what’s melting on the edges. But in the last few decades there’s less replenishment and more melting, creating imbalance. Study authors looked at the ratio of what’s being added to what’s being lost and calculated that 3.3% of Greenland’s total ice volume will melt no matter what happens with the world cutting carbon pollution, Colgan said.
“I think starving would be a good phrase,” for what’s happening to the ice, Colgan said.
One of the study authors said that more than 120 trillion tons (110 trillion metric tons) of ice is already doomed to melt from the warming ice sheet’s inability to replenish its edges. When that ice melts into water, if it were concentrated only over the United States, it would be 37 feet (11 meters) deep.
The figures are a global average for sea level rise, but some places further away from Greenland would get more and places closer, like the U.S. East Coast, would get less. Although 10.6 inches may not sound like much, this would be over and above high tides and storms, making them even worse, so this much sea level rise “will have huge societal, economic and environmental impacts,” said Ellyn Enderlin, a geosciences professor at Boise State University, who wasn’t part of the study.
“This is a really large loss and will have a detrimental effect on coastlines around the world,” said NYU’s David Holland who just returned from Greenland, but is not part of the study.
This is the first time scientists calculated a minimum ice loss — and accompanying sea level rise — for Greenland, one of Earth’s two massive ice sheets that are slowly shrinking because of climate change from burning coal, oil and natural gas. Scientists used an accepted technique for calculating minimum committed ice loss, the one used on mountain glaciers for the entire giant frozen island.
Pennsylvania State University glaciologist Richard Alley, who wasn’t part of the study but said it made sense, said the committed melting and sea level rise is like an ice cube put in a cup of hot tea in a warm room.
“You have committed mass loss from the ice,” Alley said in an email. “In the same way, most of the world’s mountain glaciers and the edges of Greenland would continue losing mass if temperatures were stabilized at modern levels because they have been put into warmer air just as your ice cube was put in warmer tea.”
Time is the key unknown here and a bit of a problem with the study, said two outside ice scientists, Leigh Stearns of the University of Kansas and Sophie Nowicki of the University of Buffalo. The researchers in the study said they couldn’t estimate the timing of the committed melting, yet in the last sentence they mention, “within this century,” without supporting it, Stearns said.
Colgan responded that the team doesn’t know how long it will take for all the doomed ice to melt, but making an educated guess, it would probably be by the end of this century, or at least by 2150.
Colgan said this is actually all a best case scenario. The year 2012 (and to a different degree 2019 ) was a huge melt year, when the equilibrium between adding and subtracting ice was most out of balance. If Earth starts to undergo more years like 2012, Greenland melt could trigger 30 inches (78 centimeters) of sea level rise, he said. Those two years seem extreme now, but years that look normal now would have been extreme 50 years ago, he said.
“That’s how climate change works,” Colgan said. “Today’s outliers become tomorrow’s averages.”
___
Follow AP’s climate and environment coverage at https://apnews.com/hub/climate-and-environment
___
Follow Seth Borenstein on Twitter at @borenbears
___
Associated Press climate and environmental coverage receives support from several private foundations. See more about AP’s climate initiative here. The AP is solely responsible for all content. | https://cw33.com/news/science-technology/ap-science/ap-zombie-ice-from-greenland-will-raise-sea-level-10-inches/ | 2022-08-30T04:43:00Z |
MIAMI (AP) — Tyler Herro was told before the season began that he wouldn’t be in the Miami Heat starting lineup. To his credit, he saw that as an opportunity.
“I said, ‘Let’s go for Sixth Man of the Year,’” Herro said.
And that’s what he got.
Herro was announced Tuesday as the NBA’s top sixth man this season, the first player to win the award as a member of the Heat. He averaged 20.7 points, nearly four more per game than any other reserve in the league, plus had a huge role in Miami securing the No. 1 seed for the Eastern Conference playoffs.
“It means a lot,” Herro said. “I accepted the sixth-man role for a reason. I wanted to be the best sixth man in the league.”
By overwhelming agreement of the 100 sportswriters and broadcasters who cover the league and vote on season-ending awards, that’s what Herro was. He received 96 first-place votes and 488 total points, well ahead of runner-up Kevin Love of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cameron Johnson of the Phoenix Suns was third.
“Everyone who knows me knows I love Tyler Herro’s game (and swag) – much respect on an incredible 6th man campaign,” Love tweeted.
Love got three first-place votes and 214 points in the system where players received five points for a first-place nod, three for second place and one for third. Johnson got one first-place vote and 128 points.
“Tyler was ignitable for this team,” Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said. “He was that way all season.”
Herro had eight 30-point games off the bench this season, more than any other three players did combined. The last time a reserve had more than eight 30-point games was 2017-18, when Lou Williams had 11 for the Los Angeles Clippers. Before that, it was 1989-90, when Ricky Pierce had 17 for Milwaukee.
And in those years, Pierce and Williams — two of the best sixth men ever — wound up winning the award that Herro received Tuesday. Herro got the official word in a ceremony during practice Tuesday morning, with teammate Udonis Haslem serving as the presenter.
“When you come in and you’re going to be the featured player, that, to me, is a better role than a starting role in a lot of ways,” said Philadelphia coach Doc Rivers, whose 76ers are facing Herro and the Heat in an Eastern Conference semifinal series that resumes Wednesday. Miami leads the series 1-0, with Herro scoring 25 points in the opener on Monday night.
“You look at the old Celtics with Kevin McHale and (John) Havlicek and you look at history, there’s been a lot of key sixth men to lead teams a championship,” Rivers said. “They end up playing starter minutes. They just don’t start the game.”
McHale was a two-time winner of the award, including in Boston’s 1984 title season. Havlicek was part of eight Celtics championships, six of them as a reserve.
Herro is hoping to do the same this spring with Miami.
He actually played more minutes this season than anyone else on the Heat, posting career-bests in most offensive categories, and was second on the team in points per game behind only Jimmy Butler’s 21.4 — just 0.7 ahead of Herro’s pace.
“I just realized what this team was built for,” Herro said. “It was built for a championship. When you look at our roster, if I was our coach, I would probably bring myself off the bench, too. Just looking at what we have on the team, if it makes sense to bring either me or Jimmy off the bench, obviously it’s going to be me. We’ve got to bring one of our main scorers off the bench. And I understand that.”
Sixth Man was the fourth major award to be announced this offseason, joining Most Improved ( Memphis’ Ja Morant ), Rookie of the Year ( Toronto’s Scottie Barnes ) and Defensive Player of the Year ( Boston’s Marcus Smart ).
Still to come: Coach of the Year (Spoelstra, Phoenix’s Monty Williams and Memphis’ Taylor Jenkins are the finalists), and MVP (either Philadelphia’s Joel Embiid, Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo and Denver’s reigning MVP Nikola Jokic).
The 22-year-old Herro grew up in Wisconsin and played one year at Kentucky before getting drafted by Miami. He is completing his third season, is extension-eligible this summer and it’s a certainty that Miami will try to sign him to a deal that will kick in at the start of the 2023-24 season. The extension could be as much as five years and around $185 million — if Miami offers him a full max deal.
He’s proven his worth.
Herro’s 1,162 points in games where he didn’t start this season were a Heat record, as are his 2,348 career points off the bench. He had 32 games this season scoring at least 20 points off the bench and is up to 51 such games in his career — more than any other two Heat players combined.
“Young guys coming into the league, it’s often about themselves scoring and getting paid and the next contract,” Herro said. “But I feel like no one’s in my situation. Obviously, if I was in a different organization, things would be different. I’m on a team that’s winning, playing for championships and scoring and doing my thing. I think that’s a blessing to do it all — score, get minutes, get better at the end of the day, and win.”
___
More AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/heats-herro-overwhelming-pick-as-nbas-sixth-man-of-year/ | 2022-05-04T16:57:30Z |
TDSM technologies will become essential as more DER resources are integrated onto a single grid system
BOULDER, Colo., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report from Guidehouse Insights analyzes the transmission and distribution sensing and measurement (TDSM) market and discusses its vital role in creating a more balanced and technologically responsive electric grid.
The Energy Cloud transformation is expected to enable a two-way grid that is networked, distributed, clean, and intelligent. In this scenario, the electric grid no longer operates as a centralized system with unidirectional power flow; instead, it becomes a highly dynamic and digitalized energy ecosystem with customers at its center. To operate effectively, the grid must have accurate and real time sensing and measurement. According to a new report from Guidehouse Insights, global revenue from TDSM technologies is expected to grow from almost $4.5 billion in 2022 to $9.3 billion in 2031 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%.
"As this transition to a bidirectional, decentralized grid occurs, utilities around the world will be upgrading their automation and monitoring capabilities across transmission and distribution," says Elizabeth Wilson, research analyst with Guidehouse Insights. "This will happen in all regions and for all utilities—including investor-owned, municipal, vertically integrated, and distribution system operators."
As the cost of TDSM technologies decreases and they become more accessible, more and more utilities will gravitate toward deploying them. They will become essential as more distributed energy resources (DER) resources are integrated onto a single grid system. These systems can effectively monitor T&D systems remotely, using AI. Additionally, as costs decrease for integrated technologies, less integrated, more expensive solutions such as phasor measurement units (PMUs) will decline globally, according to the report.
The report, Market Data: Transmission and Distribution Sensing and Measurement, addresses how transmission and distribution sensing and measurement are crucial for creating a more balanced and technologically responsive electric grid. This report breaks down regional TDSM growth and technological development and includes an outlook for the ten-year period 2022-2031. An executive summary of the report is available for free download on the Guidehouse Insights website.
About Guidehouse Insights
Guidehouse Insights, the dedicated market intelligence arm of Guidehouse, provides research, data, and benchmarking services for today's rapidly changing and highly regulated industries. Our insights are built on in-depth analysis of global clean technology markets. The team's research methodology combines supply-side industry analysis, end-user primary research, and demand assessment, paired with a deep examination of technology trends, to provide a comprehensive view of emerging resilient infrastructure systems. Additional information about Guidehouse Insights can be found at www.guidehouseinsights.com.
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. By combining our public and private sector expertise, we help clients address their most complex challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures focusing on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and digital services, we create scalable, innovative solutions that help our clients outwit complexity and position them for future growth and success. The company has more than 13,000 professionals in over 50 locations globally. Guidehouse is a Veritas Capital portfolio company, led by seasoned professionals with proven and diverse expertise in traditional and emerging technologies, markets, and agenda-setting issues driving national and global economies. For more information, please visit www.guidehouse.com.
* The information contained in this press release concerning the report, Market Data: Transmission and Distribution Sensing and Measurement, is a summary and reflects the current expectations of Guidehouse Insights based on market data and trend analysis. Market predictions and expectations are inherently uncertain and actual results may differ materially from those contained in this press release or the report. Please refer to the full report for a complete understanding of the assumptions underlying the report's conclusions and the methodologies used to create the report. Neither Guidehouse Insights nor Guidehouse undertakes any obligation to update any of the information contained in this press release or the report.
Cecile Fradkin
+1.646.941.9139
cfradkin@scprgroup.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Guidehouse Insights | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/09/01/guidehouse-insights-estimates-transmission-distribution-sensing-measuring-market-will-grow-9-billion-by-2031/ | 2022-09-01T09:50:48Z |
ATLANTA, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Field Pros Direct, a tech-enabled claims service provider founded on simplifying the claims process, announced the acquisition of Dineley Claims Services. This acquisition brings together Field Pros Direct's technology-based claims solutions and Dineley Claims Service's 20+ years of adjusting expertise to expand both Company's claims coverage areas and insurance service lines.
With this new relationship comes opportunities for both Companies to leverage their adjusting synergies to strengthen their claims offerings for stakeholders and increase their footprint in the northeast and nationwide. For Insurance Carriers and MGA's, this will expand coverage area in the northeast related to CAT and Daily Claims services. For adjusters and team members, this offers additional opportunities for claims assignments and professional growth.
"Dineley has a reputation of providing industry leading claims results and experiences, especially in the Northeast" stated Matt Anderson, CEO/Founder of Field Pros Direct. "The Northeast U.S. is a key area of growth for our family of companies. Dineley's commitment to greatness and similar culture, made this acquisition align well for both Company's growth plans"
Dineley Claims Services specializes in property and commercial claims, with a heavy focus on complex claims handling. In addition, they also handle a full array of personal and commercial casualty claims. Anderson stated "Both Bridgewater Group [a Field pros Direct Company] and Field Pros Direct are noticing an increasing demand for complex claims handling."
"With Dineley's deep complex claims handling expertise and our nationwide coverage, this relationship will provide our combined Carrier partners even more opportunity to better service their policyholders." continued Anderson.
This is one of three strategic acquisitions for Field Pros Direct in the past year, including the acquisition of 25-year-old TPA company, Bridgewater Group, LLC and AI Inspection.
ABOUT FIELD PROS DIRECT:
Field Pros Direct helps Insurance Carriers, Adjusters and Service providers innovate their claims process, simply. A combination of our proprietary technology and dedication to customer service has established a new standard for claims. Our platform helps carriers eliminate unnecessary fines and efficiencies, while creating a community of dedicated adjusters and service providers to provide the best experience possible. For more information about Field Pros Direct, visit www.fieldprosdirect.com
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Field Pros Direct | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/18/field-pros-direct-acquires-dineley-claims-services-expanding-claim-offerings-northeast/ | 2022-05-18T13:33:58Z |
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Facilitating ongoing conversations to benefit the health and wellness of its most vulnerable members, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) hosted Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County's (CAPSBC) fourth annual 2022 Poverty Symposium Friday, July 29 at its headquarters.
The event gathered elected officials, policy makers and community leaders to share innovative solutions that tackle poverty-related issues in the county. The symposium also included a keynote address from University of California Riverside's Professor of Public Policy, David Brady, and panel presentations comprised of experts from the housing industry, youth providers and more.
"We are so grateful for the IEHP's team's hospitality in allowing us to host this year's Poverty Symposium at their facilities," said Xiomara Henriquez-Ortega, Administrative Support Manager.
"Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County values our long-term partnership with IEHP, and we appreciate their continued support to help us further our mission of helping people and changing lives. This event was an important component of our advocacy efforts to impact change in our communities, and it is a collective effort we are working on with our key partners."
IEHP's 400,000-square-foot Atrium building is no stranger to hosting positive, impactful events.
In addition to being a home base for more than 2,800 IEHP employees, the ENERGY STAR® certified facility has served internal team members, industry professionals and the community for celebrations and in great times of need.
Past events at the Atrium have included the health plan's annual Mission Conference, innovative health information technology showcases, COVID-19 personal protective equipment distributions, super vaccine clinics and more.
"Events like the CAPSBC Poverty Symposium stimulate critical discussions and connections that move our communities forward," said IEHP Senior Director of Community Health Cesar Armendariz. "We are extremely grateful for our strong partnership with CAPSBC and the great work they do and look forward to hosting future collaborations with our many community partners at our beautiful Atrium site as we work together to heal and inspire the human spirit."
With a mission to heal and inspire the human spirit, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is one of the top 10 largest Medicaid health plans and the largest not-for-profit Medicare-Medicaid plan in the country. In its 26th year, IEHP is supporting more than 1.5 million residents in Riverside and San Bernardino counties who are enrolled in Medicaid or Cal MediConnect Plans and has a growing network of over 7,800 providers and nearly 3,000 team members. Through dynamic partnerships with providers and community organizations, paired with award-winning service and a tradition of quality care, IEHP is fully committed to its vision: We will not rest until our communities enjoy optimal care and vibrant health. For more information, visit iehp.org.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/04/poverty-symposium-hosted-iehp-headquarters/ | 2022-08-04T18:45:29Z |
Leverages Planful's AI Engine to Quickly Build Forecast Scenarios; Business User Experience Supports Enterprise Collaboration, Accelerates Planning Cycles
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planful Inc., the pioneer of financial performance management cloud software, today announced the availability of Predict: Projections, the latest addition to its Planful Predict suite of AI and ML applications, and a new experience for business users to update plans, forecasts, and budgets within the platform, reducing friction across the business. Announced at Planful Perform 2022, these innovations give finance and accounting professionals, and the broader business, groundbreaking new ways to improve the speed, accuracy, and interconnectedness of their budgets and forecasts.
Predict, introduced in 2021 with the release of Predict: Signals, is a Planful-developed proprietary artificial intelligence (AI) engine designed specifically for financial data. Predict: Projections significantly extends the suite's capabilities and effectiveness by enabling users to quickly build accurate, AI-driven budgets and forecast scenarios.
Planful's new business user experience brings together finance and non-finance users in a collaborative, one-stop experience. This enables budget managers to advance their insights into actuals and trends and allows finance users to up-level their insights into the business' financial state. It also connects finance users with non-finance users in an AI-driven process to create more accurate forecasts in the shortest possible time.
"The office of the CFO is undergoing an historic digital transformation as we enter the Golden Age of CFO technology," noted Sanjay Vyas, Chief Technical Officer of Planful. "Predict: Projections and the new experience for business users are ideal examples of how AI can enable finance professionals to reduce errors, increase forecast accuracy, and tighten collaboration both within and outside of the finance department, ultimately bringing a new level of visibility and accuracy into forecasts and budgets."
Intelligent Financial Decision Making
Predict: Projections allows planners to create trusted forecasts that link plans to business outcomes without bias. It uses a proprietary mix of AI and machine learning algorithms to generate a forecast that reflects the inherent trends, seasonality, and other variables the Planful AI engine has learned from historical data.
Andrew Chatfield, Planful's Chief Product Officer, noted "The majority of AI solutions are unable to handle the nuances of financial data, such as negative values, missing periods, and intersectional, calculated data. This is why we spent two years of R&D to build our own proprietary AI engine upon which the Predict suite of applications is built."
A Human In The Loop (HITL) capability in Predict: Projections gives users the ability to leverage the AI-generated forecast or adjust the AI-generated projections to their preference when finalizing forecast numbers. A detailed, visual context around projected numbers and adjustments makes the AI generated values easily understandable to end users, enabling them to compare actuals, AI-generated projections, and adjusted projections to make more fast, informed decisions.
A Business User Experience Based on Smart Collaboration Improves Alignment
Planful's reimagined business user experience is a major step forward in the preparation of accurate, actionable forecasts and budgets. By sharing smart templates with business teams, Finance can rapidly expedite the data gathering and aggregation process as well as minimize the need for data requests and repeated manual follow-ups. This allows everyone to focus more of their time on high-value analysis and less on menial, manual, and error-prone work.
Business users can use this new experience to work on budgets and plans knowing the context behind the numbers. The collaborative aspect of the new capability eliminates much of the friction caused when business users are forced to work with confusing or inaccurate data, which saves hours while increasing forecast accuracy.
"It's more important than ever for the Office of the CFO to have access to accurate, data-driven forecasts," said Doug Henschen, Vice President and Principal Analyst, Constellation Research. "With this release, Planful is helping to lead the way in enabling business users across the organization to collaborate on forecast accuracy with modern AI/ML technology."
To learn more visit Planful Predict.
About Planful
Planful is the pioneer of cloud financial performance management cloud software. The Planful platform is used by the Office of the CFO around the globe to streamline business-wide planning, budgeting, consolidations, reporting, and visual analytics. Planful empowers users to plan confidently, close faster, and report accurately. More than 1000 customers, including Boston Red Sox, Del Monte, TGI Friday's, and 23andMe, rely on Planful to accelerate cycle times, increase productivity, and improve accuracy across the end-to-end FP&A process. Planful is a private company backed by Vector Capital, a leading global private equity firm. Learn more at www.planful.com.
Contact
Additional Resources
Hear from Planful customers
Explore FP&A use cases
Discover Continuous Planning
Join the conversation on social media: LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Planful | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/25/planful-announces-availability-predict-projections-enhancements-business-user-experience-extending-its-planning-budgeting-innovations/ | 2022-05-25T17:40:05Z |
New investment enables Sparkrock to accelerate time-to-value for its customers and drive innovation across the Sparkrock 365 platform.
TORONTO and CHICAGO and AUSTIN, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sparkrock, a leader in ERP solutions for K-12, non-profit, and human service organizations, announced today that it has been acquired by Ionic Partners, LLC.
Ionic's acquisition of Sparkrock will accelerate the company's mission to deliver a best-in-class ERP platform for schools, non-profits, and other mission-driven organizations. With Ionic, Sparkrock will be particularly focused on amplifying the company's customer success strategy to accelerate customers' time-to-value and energize the company's product vision for the future.
Andy Tryba, co-founder and CEO of Ionic Partners, joins Sparkrock as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Colin Dickinson as CEO. Colin, along with Sparkrock's co-founders James Faw and Nicola Dickinson, have joined Sparkrock's advisory board.
"We are thrilled to partner with Ionic at this stage of our company's evolution," said Colin Dickinson. "From our first conversations, it was clear that Sparkrock and Ionic share a customer-first vision for the company's next level of success. Ionic's tremendous operating expertise and unique approach to growth and product development will strengthen Sparkrock's focus on our customers across Canada and the United States, taking our products and company to the next level. And Ionic shares our drive to help purpose-driven people and organizations deliver results for their communities."
"The team at Sparkrock has built an exceptional foundation for future growth," said Andy Tryba, co-founder of Ionic Partners. "Sparkrock has built a reputation for excellent technology and delivering real, tangible results for customers. We can't wait to build on that foundation by investing in innovation, accelerating time-to-value for our customers, and most importantly, delivering world-class service and outcomes to our customers. This will start by deepening our partnership with Microsoft, which features the incredible security and stability of Dynamics 365. We believe Sparkrock is the perfect example of a company that does well by doing good, and we're excited to accelerate this important work."
Sparkrock 365 is a cloud-based solution that is purpose-built to support the needs of school districts, non-profits, and publicly-funded social impact organizations with a robust, highly-secure, all-in-one back-end infrastructure. Built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Sparkrock empowers tens of thousands of end users to deliver positive outcomes to mission-driven organizations every day.
With Ionic, Sparkrock will continue to provide its customers with best-in-class software solutions and customer service while expanding its product portfolio, its customer base, and its geographic footprint.
"We are looking forward to growing Sparkrock organically and through acquisitions," said Donald Park, co-founder & President of Ionic Partners. "By investing in this growth, we aim to build an enduring platform which provides our customers with the industry's best and most reliable features, functionality, and teams."
Sparkrock is a leading tech company and creator of the Sparkrock 365 application – an all-in-one enterprise resource planning (ERP) software platform that includes finance, workforce management, payroll and employee scheduling built for Nonprofit & Human Services Organizations and K-12 & Educational Institutions.
Our enterprise resource planning (ERP) software will help you create meaningful and impactful operations so managers and frontline workers can make the decisions they need, quickly and efficiently.
Sparkrock 365 is built on Microsoft Business Central and has been dedicated to serving mission-driven organizations in Canada and the US since 2003. We enable our clients to have predictive control of their oversight, funding, and operations.
For more information, please visit www.sparkrock.com or follow @Sparkrockinc on Twitter
Led by a team of seasoned software operators, Ionic Partners is a global enterprise software platform focused on 2nd Chasm businesses with strong core products and recurring revenue. Ionic creates extraordinary value through a product-led thesis, leveraging a cloud-first global workforce, building elastic infrastructure, and infusing world-class operating best practices into the daily workflow of their companies.
For more information, please visit www.ionicpartners.com or follow @IonicPartners on Twitter
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Sparkrock | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/23/sparkrock-announces-acquisition-by-ionic-partners/ | 2022-06-23T16:06:11Z |
WASHINGTON, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the conservative majority of the U.S. Supreme Court ended a woman's right to safe, legal, and accessible abortions, voting 5-4 in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization to overrule Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, ignoring the dangers to women's health and 50 years of precedent. The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) has policy—voted on and passed by mayors—urging Congress and states to protect and improve women's access to safe and comprehensive reproductive healthcare, including abortions. At the USCM Annual Meeting earlier this month, mayors reaffirmed their support by adopting a new resolution. Additionally, mayors have spoken out about how the decision will impact their communities in a new video. Watch the video here.
In response to the decision, Tom Cochran, CEO and Executive Director of the USCM, released the following statement:
"The conservative majority of the Court has decided women should end today with one less constitutional right than they had this morning, that government should get a veto over the healthcare decisions of a woman and her doctor, that judges should advance agendas without regard for settled law, that politics comes before health care.
"The consequences of this decision will be felt in cities nationwide, where women will suffer from the loss of access to critical healthcare services, where they face state abortion bans that do not include exemptions for rape or incest. Mayors and their cities will do all that they can to support women's ability to make their own health care decisions.
"This also cannot be the last word on this matter. The United States Conference of Mayors calls on Members of Congress to swiftly pass legislation to codify a woman's right to choose, and we urge governors and state legislatures to protect women's access to healthcare and individual freedoms."
About the United States Conference of Mayors -- The U.S. Conference of Mayors is the official nonpartisan organization of cities with populations of 30,000 or more. There are more than 1,400 such cities in the country today, and each city is represented in the Conference by its chief elected official, the mayor. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE U.S. Conference of Mayors | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/24/statement-by-us-conference-mayors-scotus-decision-end-womens-right-safe-legal-accessible-abortion/ | 2022-06-24T17:52:13Z |
Passionate About Increasing Your ROI? -Take Out the Emotion
CAPE CORAL, Fla., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Automated Trading Strategies, long known for its Automated Trading Bots in ELD format on the Tradestation platform, has announced availability of its trading bots for use in Wealth Management offices around the world.
Automated Trading Strategies Managing Member, Kristin Luprich said "we are pleased to finally bring our successful trading bots to the Wealth Management community at a cost that meets the needs of the hundreds of small family offices around the world, and, at a cost easily amortized across its clientele, therefore allowing the managers to efficiently get a great return on investment capital."
The new API product is available on all major platforms which will allow all Wealth Management firms to exercise opportunities that have been historically available only to the largest Investment firms.
We invite interested parties to review our website which includes, pricing, weekly strategy performances, and the ability to book a demo.
Website: https://www.automatedtradingstrategies.com
For All Inquiries:
Mark Gilbert, Magellan FIN. Mgilbert@magellanfin.com
(317) 361-2392
View original content:
SOURCE Automated Trading Strategies | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/07/automated-trading-strategies-ats-introduces-api-version-its-successful-trading-bots/ | 2022-07-07T17:08:47Z |
‘It’s just so unbelievable:’ World War II veteran surprised with parade on his 99th birthday
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT/Gray News) – In his 99 years of age, Joe Hayes says he’s never seen anything like the surprise parade that drove by his house.
“It’s just so unbelievable,” he said.
Hayes is a World War II veteran. He celebrated his 99th birthday on Friday.
His family planned a surprise drive-by parade for him, but never expected the overwhelming turnout from the community.
“Was I surprised? Honey, the word surprised doesn’t give the answer to it,” Hayes told WECT.
Neighbors in his Wilmington, North Carolina, community know him as Mr. Joe. They say he sits out on his porch everyday waving and saying hello to everyone, even strangers.
“It just makes me feel like we’re all the same,” neighbor Loretta Efstatiou said. “Like we all come from the same place.”
The million dollar question for Hayes: What’s the secret to living so long?
“The man upstairs,” Hayes said. “The man upstairs.”
He credits his faith as the reason he’s still here today. He said there were times during the Second World War when he was overseas that he says he shouldn’t have made it back.
“You ain’t supposed to be looking at me today,” Hayes said. “Because I ain’t supposed to be here. But the man upstairs said, ‘Not so.’”
Dozens of Hayes’ closest friends drove by in the parade, some on motorcycles and golf carts, singing him birthday songs and delivering hand-made gifts. Members of a motorcycle group even presented him with a plaque for his service, shaking his hand one-by-one.
Friday night proved just how special Hayes is to his community, even if it’s as simple as a daily wave from his porch.
“Love your neighbor as yourself,” Hayes said. “You might ask yourself, ‘How am I gonna love somebody that hates me?’ But that’s God’s word.”
Hayes’ family said they recently found out he was born by a midwife, and she may have been two years off his birthdate. But they say, whether he’s 99 or 101, they’re happy to celebrate a man with a life well-lived.
Copyright 2022 WECT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/06/20/its-just-so-unbelievable-world-war-ii-veteran-surprised-with-parade-his-99th-birthday/ | 2022-06-20T23:35:57Z |
PARIS (AP) — President Emmanuel Macron said Friday he has no fear of losing France’s presidential election despite far-right rival Marie Le Pen narrowing the gap in opinion polls ahead of Sunday’s first-round vote.
“I have the spirit of conquest rather than the spirit of defeat,” Macron said in an interview with RTL radio on the final day of campaigning. But he cautiously added, “Nothing is ever a given.”
Le Pen, running in her third presidential race, has consistently placed second behind frontrunner Macron in polls. She appeared to close the gap even further according to a BVA poll published showing her just 3% behind Macron’s 26%. Other polls have given a 5-6 point difference between the two.
If the polls mirror election results, Macron and Le Pen would repeat the 2017 scenario, squaring off in a second round Apr. 24. Macron won by a landslide five years ago.
Le Pen has expended much energy to take the edge off her National Rally party in order to make it more appealing to voters. She has softened her image even more and made purchasing power the centerpiece of her campaign, but hasn’t given up what she’s best known for – stopping the “migratory submersion” and fighting radical Islamists.
“If Emmanuel Macron had enriched the country, excuse me but we wouldn’t be talking about purchasing power,” Le Pen said at her final rally Thursday evening in the town of Perpignan whose far-right mayor is her former companion Louis Aliot.
Macron cited his presidential duties, notably the war in Ukraine, to justify his absence during much of the campaign, which has been criticized by other candidates.
Turnout could be the deciding factor in the the election and could harm Le Pen’s chances most because her voter base is composed of voters who tend to stay at home on election day.
In Perpignan, Le Pen sought to rally supporters including those mulling to cast their vote for novice far-right candidate Eric Zemmour, a former TV pundit whose bid for the presidency is based entirely on the migration issue. He stands in fourth place in the polls, behind far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon.
“I will give the country back to the French people,” Le Pen said. “It will be up to the French people to decide who is worthy of becoming French.”
She also appealed to supporters to cast their ballots. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/macron-confident-as-far-right-rival-closes-in-ahead-of-vote/ | 2022-04-08T14:02:04Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Enochian BioSciences, Inc. ("Enochian") (NASDAQ: ENOB) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between January 17, 2018 and June 27, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Enochian, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Enochian includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company's co-founder and inventor Serhat Gumrukcu was engaged in a variety of frauds; (2) Gumrukcu was not a licensed doctor anywhere in the world; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Gumrukcu's purported contributions to the Company lacked a reasonable basis; (5) as a result of the foregoing, the Company had overstated its commercial prospects; (6) Gumrukcu had improperly diverted approximately $20 million from Enochian to entities he owned; and (7) 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.
Aggrieved Enochian investors only have until September 26, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
Vincent Wong, Esq.
39 East Broadway
Suite 304
New York, NY 10002
Tel. 212.425.1140
E-Mail: vw@wongesq.com
View original content:
SOURCE The Law Offices of Vincent Wong | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/08/class-action-alert-law-offices-vincent-wong-remind-enochian-investors-lead-plaintiff-deadline-september-26-2022/ | 2022-08-08T10:12:35Z |
Investments from Grotech Ventures and other strategic partners to support sales and marketing expansion and research and development of the company's AI-led customer intelligence and automation capabilities
PORTLAND, Ore., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SturdyAI Inc., the provider of the AI-led customer intelligence and automation platform "Sturdy," today announced it raised $3.1 million in funding led by Grotech Ventures. The infusion of capital will empower Sturdy to continue its impressive early growth, broaden market awareness and strengthen its customer intelligence solution.
SturdyAI's customer intelligence and automation solution empowers B2B SaaS companies and other subscription-based businesses to:
- Unify all sources of customer feedback like email, tickets, chats, call transcripts, surveys, and more, into a unified channel.
- Analyze all customer feedback for important business insights like churn triggers, contract requests, buyer changes, feature requests, quality of service issues, and more.
- Create just-in-time automations to drive insights to the people, teams, and systems that need them most to enable immediate actions.
"SaaS companies collect a ton of information from their customers every day, but much of it fails to convert to useful and actionable data. Now using AI and automations businesses can proactively understand whether their customers are likely to churn, which features will entice them to renew, are they experiencing bugs, are they happy or not, and much more.," said Lawson DeVries, Managing General Partner, Grotech Ventures. "Customer retention and expansion are critical for SaaS businesses to maintain consistent growth trajectories, especially as we head into a more challenging environment for acquiring net new customers. Actionable customer intelligence is no longer a nice-to-have aspect for companies of all sizes – it is mission critical for businesses to thrive in today's market. Grotech has a long history in this segment of the software market, and we are proud to be a catalyst to help fuel Sturdy's continued strong growth and bring AI to companies that will need to do more with less now and in the future," continued Mr. DeVries.
Mr. DeVries will join the Sturdy's board of directors, bringing over 20 years of software-focused venture investing and management experience with him.
"Churn doesn't happen in a vacuum. It's a culmination of bug reports, feature requests, executive changes, response lags, unhappy sentiment, and more. Sturdy discovers the preemptive signals that help teams create more enduring relationships.," said Steve Hazelton, CEO and co-founder of SturdyAI. "Every SaaS company has a customer database of record, some have systems of action like customer success platforms but the critical component that most companies lack is a scalable system of intelligence — a system that listens to all of your customer feedback and routes the important things to the right people in the systems that they use every day. That is why we built Sturdy."
SturdyAI develops the AI-led customer intelligence and automation platform, Sturdy. The solution enables companies to leverage the power of AI and automation to build more durable and profitable customer relationships which improves dollar retention. Sturdy uses natural language processing and machine learning to help teams improve products, processes, relationships, and revenue by using the most valuable data they already have: the feedback they receive every day from customers. For more information about Sturdy visit SturdyAI.
View original content:
SOURCE SturdyAI | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/28/sturdyai-raises-31-million-strengthen-its-ai-led-customer-intelligence-automation-platform/ | 2022-06-28T10:26:24Z |
InvestmentNews judges recognize her accomplishments, leadership and commitment to clients and the financial planning profession
NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marianne Rodriguez, CFP®, Director and Wealth Advisor at Round Table Wealth Management (RTWM), an SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm, has been named to the InvestmentNews "40 Under 40" class of 2022. This annual list recognizes professionals under 40 years old who are impacting the financial planning / wealth management profession for the better.
Rich Policastro, President of RTWM, spoke about the recognition Rodriguez has earned from her peers saying: "We were so happy to learn that Marianne was selected for the InvestmentNews 40 Under 40 class of 2022. Marianne exhibits many qualities which make her such an integral part of our firm and the lives of the clients that she supports. Specifically, her passion to help others, strong work ethic, deep industry knowledge, and thirst to always learn more is an inspiration to all of us at Round Table Wealth Management."
With over 9 years of experience in the financial services world, Rodriguez joined the Boca Raton branch of RTWM as a Wealth Advisor in September 2020. Now working in the New York office, she continues her work developing and implementing complex financial planning strategies and managing high net worth clients' investments. RTWM has four branches: its headquarters in Westfield, NJ, and additional offices in New York City, Boca Raton, FL and Bend, Oregon.
This year's "40 Under 40" honorees were selected by a judging committee comprised of InvestmentNews staff members from more than 1,000 nominations based on their accomplishments, contributions to the financial services industry, leadership and future promise.
"I feel very thankful and honored to be recognized amongst this amazing group of professionals," said Rodriguez. "I hope my journey through the financial industry serves as evidence that being passionate about what you do can make a difference in other people's lives. "
Rodriguez received her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing and Human Resources from Universidad Iberoamericana UNIBE in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ marks in 2018 and is currently an active member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA). Rodriguez, who is fluent in four languages – English, Spanish, French and Portuguese – is passionate about cultural diversity and learning from people who come from different backgrounds. She has been serving the financial needs of the Southeast Florida market, coordinating all aspects of the investment management and financial advisory services for her relationships, assisting clients with personal and commercial banking solutions as well as insurance and investment guidance and advice. Her focus is to provide her clients with comprehensive planning tools and resources as they navigate life and seek to maximize the benefits of their investments and retirement planning.
Round Table Wealth Management (RTWM), an independent financial advisory firm established in 1999, is managed by four partners with over 100 years of industry experience. They, along with other members of the firm, form a dedicated team of highly-credentialed wealth advisors, financial planners, and investment management professionals.
Global in their investing and personalized in their service, the firm provides objective strategies designed to meet the far-reaching goals of each client in a personal and comprehensive manner. Those clients are comprised of high-net-worth individuals, families (national and global), business owners, professionals, and women investors seeking thoughtful financial advice and guidance to grow and preserve their wealth. Assisting cross-border clients and expats with multi-national interests and a high degree of tax complexity is a key area of focus. In addition, the firm specializes in working with families and individuals who have multi-generational wealth concerns.
With approximately $1.6B in assets under management (AUM) for its clients, RTWM offers personalized advisory services supported by institutional knowledge, deep experience, and skilled expertise. Their fiduciary approach involves a suite of holistic planning services including investment, philanthropy, retirement, insurance, cash flow and tax and estate counsel.
Learn more at www.RoundTableWealth.com.
Grace Vogelzang
Impact Communications, Inc.
913-649-5009
GraceVogelzang@ImpactCommunications.org
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE Round Table Wealth Management | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/14/marianne-rodriguez-round-table-wealth-management-makes-40-under-40-list/ | 2022-06-14T11:46:00Z |
CALGARY, AB, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - RocketFrac Cleantech ("RocketFrac" or "the Company"), an innovative energy services company, is pleased to announce that it has successfully deployed its ground-breaking EcoStim™ waterless well stimulation tool in Alberta, Canada. This deployment represents the addition of a valuable new approach to oil and gas well stimulation that expands the exploitation strategies available to producers while reducing carbon emissions, eliminating the use of proppant sand and scarce water resources.
In the United States alone annual water consumption for hydraulic fracking is estimated to be 140 billion gallons – equal to the combined annual consumption of Houston and Chicago. Creating effective well stimulation that eliminates this enormous strain on our precious natural resources is critical for meeting the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals prioritized by the investment community. This in turn eliminates the barrier of environmental concerns from the development of energy resources, allowing the expansion of production and movement toward the goal of energy independence.
The EcoStim™ deployment was the reactivation of a suspended natural gas well. Highlights included the successful downhole activation of EcoStim's patent-pending isolation mechanism, full deflagration of the proprietary solid rocket propellant, retrieval of the EcoStim™ tool with critical sensor data, and a dramatic pressure increase at the wellhead.
The company is using the groundbreaking test to refine EcoStim's design in preparation for the next deployment, planned for July.
"This successful deployment of our proprietary technology proves that waterless well stimulation can be used for oil and gas reservoirs," says RocketFrac Cleantech CTO, Pavan Elapavuluri, PhD. "This test has already yielded important information about tool design and reservoir stimulation characteristics, and we are also gathering invaluable production data. As an engineer, I am excited to contribute to both increasing access to energy, and to reducing the environmental impact of its generation."
The current high prices for oil and gas around the world have highlighted the need to expand production to reduce prices. The EcoStim™ solution addresses this need to expand production by improving the environmental performance of energy production.
About RocketFrac Cleantech
RocketFrac Cleantech is an innovative energy service company developing technologies to unlock tight reservoirs with a lower environmental footprint than alternatives. By eliminating the need to use water in the fracking process, RocketFrac's patent-pending proprietary technology conserves this important resource, while lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and improving operational efficiency. This approach respects Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments, while contributing to critical energy independence needs around the world.
Founded in 2017, and headquartered in Canada, RocketFrac is working with international representatives in multiple markets to bring its unique fracking technology to a global customer base. RocketFrac Cleantech is guided by experienced energy sector experts, including CTO Pavan Elapavuluri, formerly of Schlumberger, and The Honorable Ronald R. Spoehel, Chairman, formerly of NASA.
Cautionary Notes and Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release constitute forward-looking information. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including, without limitation, statements regarding RocketFrac's future, strategy, plans, objectives, goals and targets, and any statements preceded by, followed by or that include the words "believe", "expect", "aim", "intend", "plan", "continue", "will", "may", "would", "anticipate", "estimate", "forecast", "predict", "project", "seek", "should" or similar expressions or the negative thereof, are forward-looking statements.
These forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions and estimates of management of the Company at the time such statements were made. Actual future results may differ materially as forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company to materially differ from any future results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management of the Company believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure shareholders that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking statements, as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release. The Company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements of beliefs, opinions, projections, or other factors, should they change, except as required by law.
View original content to download multimedia:
SOURCE RocketFrac Services Ltd. | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/22/rocketfrac-cleantech-announces-successful-deployment-ecostim-waterless-well-stimulation-technology-western-canada/ | 2022-06-22T14:22:27Z |
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.