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Award-Winning Office Celebrates a Decade of Service to Clients in Korea
SEOUL, Korea, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ropes & Gray, a leading global law firm in Asia, the U.S. and the U.K.—and the first international law firm to open an office in Korea 10 years ago—announced today that private equity partner Jaewoo Lee has been named the managing partner of the firm's Seoul office, effective August 1.
William Yongkyun Kim, who has served as Seoul managing partner since the establishment of the office in 2012, will remain at the firm in an advisory capacity as senior counsel. Mr. Kim led the firm's efforts to establish an office in Korea a decade ago, and was the first Foreign Legal Consultant approved by the Korean Bar Association. Today, Ropes & Gray is recognized as a leading international law firm in the region and the appointment of Mr. Lee reflects the firm's long-term commitment to the Korean market.
Mr. Lee guides sophisticated investors, companies and financial institutions in cross-border private equity and M&A transactions with a connection to Korea. He regularly works with the world's premier private equity sponsors on their inbound investments, and advises Korean clients on key outbound M&A and other transactions.
For successive years, Mr. Lee has been ranked in Band One by both Chambers Global and Chambers Asia-Pacific, named a Leading Individual by Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, and is Highly Regarded by IFLR1000 for his Corporate and M&A advisory in Korea. He has been noted by clients as "one of the best M&A lawyers in the Korean market" and "a remarkable M&A deal attorney."
"Clients turn to Ropes & Gray to seize on exciting growth opportunities. Our Korea team helps international clients achieve their key business objectives, which have increasingly included opportunities in Korea's dynamic market. For Korea-based clients, we help them grow abroad, and especially in the U.S.," said David Djaha, managing partner. He continued: "Korea has one of the world's most dynamic economies. We thank our Korean and international clients for entrusting us with their most complex legal and business challenges."
"I am honored to be leading the Seoul office as we celebrate 10 years in Korea. I would like to express the firm's appreciation for the support we have received from our clients, as well as our local law firm partners," Jaewoo Lee said. "We are dedicated to being the leading international law firm for private equity, M&A and intellectual property in this market."
In 2012, Ropes & Gray was the first international law firm to open a Foreign Legal Consultant Office in Korea. The firm's Seoul-based team focuses on private equity transactions and cross-border M&A, and intellectual property litigation and license negotiations. Ropes & Gray clients include global and regional private equity sponsors, as well as Korean multinational companies and their U.S. subsidiaries, and major Korean technology firms. The firm is also known across Asia for sophisticated counsel within the life sciences and asset management industries.
"We are deeply appreciative of Bill's work to found and lead our Seoul office. We thank him for his leadership. We also congratulate Jaewoo on his new role. He is an accomplished lawyer and a strong leader, who understands how to help clients grow their business in Korea and around the world," said Julie Jones, chair.
An illustration of the firm's global approach to the Korean market can be found in partner Jackie Kahng, a finance partner based in the firm's Hong Kong office. Jackie is fluent in Korean and provides key counsel to global and local clients on Asia finance matters, adding to our Seoul office's capabilities.
Ropes & Gray is home to over 50 lawyers with Korean heritage worldwide. They bring an understanding of Korea and its business environment to our clients. The firm's global team of fully bilingual Korean-speaking attorneys is consistently recognized for delivering premier legal advice and client service. Our Korea-focused IP litigation practice has maintained a Band One ranking in Chambers Asia-Pacific for ten consecutive years. For transactional work, our Korea-focused deal team has placed within the top Bands of Chambers Asia-Pacific, The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Asian Legal Business for Corporate M&A for the past five years.
About Ropes & Gray
Ropes & Gray is a preeminent global law firm with approximately 1,400 lawyers and legal professionals serving clients in major centers of business, finance, technology and government. The firm has offices in New York, Boston, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, London, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo and Seoul, and has consistently been recognized for its leading practices in many areas, including private equity, M&A, finance, asset management, real estate, tax, antitrust, life sciences, health care, intellectual property, litigation & enforcement, privacy & cybersecurity, and business restructuring.
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BARCELONA, Spain, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fractus and the Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya – BarcelonaTech (UPC) have agreed to create the Fractus-UPC Deep Tech Hub, a center of research activities where deep tech technologies will be designed and improved, with the aim of developing disruptive technological solutions based on scientific challenges with great potential and social impact. Fractus is one of the first spin-offs that emerged from the UPC.
The Fractus-UPC Deep Tech Hub will concentrate talent development, training, innovation, research and technology transfer activities, and will actively and strategically contribute to the creation of UPC start-ups and/or spin-offs in the field of deep tech, founded on a scientific discovery or a technological innovation, with the purpose of promoting its access to the market. The deep tech field encompasses the development of disruptive solutions based on deep technologies linked to science or advanced engineering, to respond to global challenges.
The agreement, signed on September 13th, by the dean of the UPC, Daniel Crespo, and the President and CEO of Fractus, Rubén Bonet, foresees that the activities of the hub are aimed at responding to current challenges through scientific and technological advances significant, while promoting research, innovation and knowledge transfer in areas such as mobility and logistics, materials, sustainability, urban planning, information and communication, biomedical engineering and environmental and energy technologies . The emerging areas of quantum computing, photonics, artificial intelligence, cyber security, robotics, electronics and advanced materials are some of the areas on which the activity of this hub will be focused.
The activities of the hub will also promote the UPC's R+D+I in the deep tech field through industrial doctorates, collaborations in research and innovation projects, the promotion of research lines or the development of workshops, as well as the incubation and acceleration of companies, among others. It is also planned to promote innovation challenges, prizes and forums aimed at students, as well as end-of-degree and master's theses in this field.
Deep Tech Cluster
The UPC is one of the main deep tech clusters in Europe, with a powerful core of research groups that research and develop technological innovation in this field and from which several spin-offs and start-ups have emerged, such as Fractus. Led by Dr. Carles Puente – who is also a professor at the Telecom Engineering School of Barcelona (ETSETB) at the UPC – and Ruben Bonet, the company is a pioneer in the development of internal antenna technology for mobile phones, tablets and other wireless devices in the Internet of Things, specializing in new applications of fractal technology and other emerging technologies.
About the UPC
The UPC is a public research and higher education institution specialized in the fields of engineering, architecture, science and technology, and is one of the main technical universities in Europe, which is characterized by its intense penetration in the industrial and productive fabric through the transfer of the knowledge it generates to companies. Currently, it maintains links with around 2,000 companies. Each year, it graduates more than 6,000 undergraduate and master's students and more than 500 PhDs and is one of the universities with a high job placement rate for its graduates: 93% work shortly after graduating. Likewise, the UPC is well positioned in the main international rankings. On the other hand, it is a leading university in Spain in raising funds for R+D+i projects financed by the Horizon 2020 program.
About Fractus
Fractus is an early pioneer in developing internal antenna technology for smartphones, tablets and other wireless Internet of Things devices and holds an intellectual property rights portfolio of more than 30 inventions protected through over 120 patents and patent applications in the United States, Europe and Asia. Among the numerous awards and honours the company has received for its innovative work, Fractus was named a 2005 Davos World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer and one of Red Herring's top innovative companies for 2006. It also won the 2004 Frost & Sullivan Award for technological innovation and the 2010 National Communication Award of the Catalan Government in the telecommunications category. A team of Fractus inventors was finalist for the EPO European Inventor Award 2014. On November 2015, Fractus was awarded Academiae Dilecta by the Spanish Royal Engineering Academy and on April 2017 received the "European Inspiring Company Award" by the London Stock Exchange and the Elite Group.
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PONTE VERDE, Fla., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hershfield Consulting, a leading management consulting company operating out of Florida and Washington, today announced that is has rebranded as Fideseo. The change represents the company's growth, evolved service offerings, and customer-centric approach.
The rebrand comes as Fideseo continues to grow and adapt to meet existing and new clients' evolving needs. The change consolidates the company's full suite of business, technology, and information security practices, allowing Fideseo to "Move your business forward." This signifies an increased focus and growth in the areas of Risk Management, Compliance, Spend Optimization, Organization alignment.
To coincide with the rebrand, Fideseo launched a new website, reflective of the new brand and visual identity. Fideseo can be found at www.fideseo.com. The website showcases the company's new identity and focus on governance, risk, and compliance offerings that are being delivered to its clients.
Mike Stipe, Chief Revenue Officer at Fideseo commented, "Our new brand is intended to simplify who we are into the core components of what our clients need"
"We are leaning into the future and growing needs that companies have around information security. Aligning our core capabilities and offerings that wholly support the wide net of security, technology, and business services needs that our clients demand," said Mike.
David Hershfield, CEO at Fideseo added, "As we evolve our offerings to be what our clients need most, our identity must mirror that shift. Over our 9-year history as a business, we have and will always continue to evolve to stay ahead of the industry trends and market changes, to strategically support the needs of our clients and our people."
About Fideseo
We are the only solution provider that wraps your business, technology, and security strategies together so you can transform your business and keep your customers, partners, and your business secure. Our GRCDefense™, business, and technology services deliver on our promise to "Move your business forward."
Contact:
Mike Stipe,
858-603-5274,
mike.stipe@fideseo.com
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Three Months Ended May 31, 2022
- Net income of $8 million and Adjusted EBITDA(1) of $153 million
- Cash flows from operations up 58% compared to first quarter 2021
- Sold four aircraft and other flight equipment for proceeds of $58 million and a gain on sale of $4 million
- Purchased one new Embraer E2 aircraft leased to KLM Cityhopper with a further Embraer E2 aircraft purchased and delivered to the airline in June
- Customer collections for the first quarter represented 101% of lease rental and direct financing and sales-type lease revenues
- Maintenance and other revenue included $25 million of payments on letters of credit from our former Russian lessees
- Interest expense down 13% compared to first quarter 2021, primarily due to repayments and lower cost of capital
Liquidity
- Extended and upsized one of our unsecured revolving credit facilities by $50 million
- As of July 1, 2022, total liquidity of $1.9 billion includes $1.2 billion of undrawn credit facilities, $0.2 billion of unrestricted cash, $0.1 billion of contracted asset sales, and $0.4 billion of projected adjusted operating cash flows through July 1, 2023
- We have 210 unencumbered aircraft with a net book value of $5.3 billion
STAMFORD, Conn., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mike Inglese, Aircastle's Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Demand for air travel continues to be strong despite challenges posed by supply chain disruptions, and concerns over inflation and fuel prices. We're seeing some improvement in Asian markets that had been lagging. We also expect travel to benefit from continued easing of restrictions, such as the United States now dropping its testing requirements for incoming international flights."
Mr. Inglese concluded, "We have strengthened our liquidity profile this quarter, better positioning us to move forward with strategic, new-technology investments. Our favorable credit rating, along with the opportunities afforded by our unique ownership arrangement with the Marubeni Corporation and Mizuho Leasing have us excited for disciplined future growth."
Aviation Assets
As of May 31, 2022, Aircastle owned 241 aircraft and other flight equipment having a net book value of $6.4 billion. We also manage nine aircraft with a net book value of $295 million on behalf of our joint venture with Mizuho Leasing.
Conference Call
In connection with this press release, management will host a conference call on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at 9:00 A.M. Eastern Time. All interested parties are welcome to participate on the live call. The conference call can be accessed by dialing (800) 458-4121 (from within the U.S. and Canada) or (786) 789-4772 (from outside of the U.S. and Canada) ten minutes prior to the scheduled start and referencing the passcode "6552351".
A simultaneous webcast of the conference call will be available to the public on a listen-only basis at www.aircastle.com. Please allow extra time prior to the call to visit the site and download the necessary software required to listen to the internet broadcast.
For those who are not available to listen to the live call, a replay will be available until 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time on Saturday, August 13, 2022, by dialing (888) 203-1112 (from within the U.S. and Canada) or (719) 457-0820 (from outside of the U.S. and Canada); please reference passcode "6552351".
About Aircastle Limited
Aircastle Limited acquires, leases and sells commercial jet aircraft to airlines throughout the world. As of May 31, 2022, Aircastle owned and managed on behalf of its joint ventures 250 aircraft leased to 74 customers located in 44 countries.
Safe Harbor
All statements in this press release, other than characterizations of historical fact, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not necessarily limited to, statements relating to our proposed public offering of notes and our ability to acquire, sell, lease or finance aircraft, raise capital, pay dividends, and increase revenues, earnings, EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA and the global aviation industry and aircraft leasing sector. Words such as "anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "projects," "believes," "may," "will," "would," "could," "should," "seeks," "estimates" and variations on these words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These statements are based on our historical performance and that of our subsidiaries and on our current plans, estimates and expectations and are subject to a number of factors that could lead to actual results materially different from those described in the forward-looking statements; Aircastle can give no assurance that its expectations will be attained. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements which are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated as of the date of this press release. These risks or uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those described from time to time in Aircastle's filings with the SEC and previously disclosed under "Risk Factors" in Item 1A of Aircastle's most recent Form 10-K and any subsequent filings with the SEC. In addition, new risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for Aircastle to predict or assess the impact of every factor that may cause its actual results to differ from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. Aircastle expressly disclaims any obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statement to reflect future events or circumstances.
We define EBITDA as income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes, interest expense, and depreciation and amortization. We use EBITDA to assess our consolidated financial and operating performance, and we believe this non-U.S. GAAP measure is helpful in identifying trends in our performance.
This measure provides an assessment of controllable expenses and affords management the ability to make decisions which are expected to facilitate meeting current financial goals, as well as achieving optimal financial performance. It provides an indicator for management to determine if adjustments to current spending decisions are needed.
EBITDA provides us with a measure of operating performance because it assists us in comparing our operating performance on a consistent basis as it removes the impact of our capital structure (primarily interest charges on our outstanding debt) and asset base (primarily depreciation and amortization) from our operating results. Accordingly, this metric measures our financial performance based on operational factors that management can impact in the short-term, namely the cost structure, or expenses, of the organization. EBITDA is one of the metrics used by senior management and the Board of Directors to review the consolidated financial performance of our business.
We define Adjusted EBITDA as EBITDA (as defined above) further adjusted to give effect to adjustments required in calculating covenant ratios and compliance as that term is defined in the indenture governing our senior unsecured notes. Adjusted EBITDA is a material component of these covenants.
Contact:
Aircastle Advisor LLC
Jim Connelly, SVP ESG & Corporate Communications
Tel: +1-203-504-1871
jconnelly@aircastle.com
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BIG BEAR ENERGY RENTALS LTD. and BARRICADE ENVIRONMENTAL LTD.
CALGARY, AB, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - On January 21, 2022, the Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta (the "Court") granted an order (the "Interim Receivership Order") pursuant to section 47(1) of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act ("BIA"), RSC 1985, c B-3, s.13(2) of the Judicature Act ("JA"), RSA 2000, c J-2, and s.242(3) of the Business Corporations Act, RSA 2000, c B-9 ("ABCA"), whereby Alvarez & Marsal Canada Inc., was appointed interim receiver (the "Interim Receiver") of Big Bear Energy Rentals Ltd. ("Big Bear"), Barricade Environmental Ltd. ("Barricade") and other related entities (collectively, the "Company"). On February 4, 2022, the Court granted an Enhanced Interim Receivership and Receivership order (the "Enhanced Powers Order") and effective February 9, 2022, appointed the Interim Receiver as receiver (the "Receiver") of the Company pursuant to sections 243(1) of the BIA, 13(2) of the JA, 99(a) of the ABCA and 65(7) of the Personal Property Security Act, RSA 2000, c P-7.
Big Bear and Barricade are businesses with assets used to provide fluid management, emergency response, H2S and flow back treatment services to the oil & gas and civil engineering industries. Big Bear's assets are located in one secured facility at Sylvan Lake, Alberta, Canada, while Barricade's assets are located and secured in (i) Cheyenne, Wyoming, U.S.A.; and (ii) Williston, North Dakota, U.S.A.
On May 4, 2022, the Court granted a sales process order ("SP Order") allowing the Receiver to solicit bids from qualified interested parties on Big Bear and Barricade's inventory and equipment, which include but are not limited to: (i) Trucks; (ii) Trailers; (iii) Light & Heavy Equipment; and (iv) Fluid Management Equipment (the "Assets"). The Receiver is conducting this court-approved sales process (the "Sale Process") in accordance with the procedures included in the SP Order posted on the Receiver's website: www.alvarezandmarsal.com/bigbear.
Interested parties who wish to pursue a potential acquisition of the Assets are required to execute a Confidentiality Agreement to receive access to the Big Bear and/or Barricade's Asset listing and inspect the Assets. Please contact a representative of the Receiver listed below for further information.
Qualified Bidders may schedule appointments with the Receiver to inspect the Assets between May 6 and 26, 2022, in Canada and/or the United States.
All bids are due and must be submitted to the Receiver by no later than 12:00pm MT on May 27, 2022 (Bid Deadline).
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GALVESTON, Texas, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CU REVL LLC (CURevl), a credit union service organization focused on education finance, announces Wailuku Federal Credit Union is the latest credit union to offer its college planning resource, Colleging, to its members.
"Every so often we get questions from our members about paying for college. Prior to working with CURevl, we were uncertain where to direct our members. Since we are now working with CURevl, we are happy that they created Colleging to fulfill the need. CURevl has done a fantastic job with Colleging and we feel confident recommending the site to our members," said Craig Kinoshita, CEO of Wailuku Federal Credit Union.
Whether you have been saving for years or are just trying to figure out how to pay for college, Colleging can help. Our simplified approach to college planning lets you jump right to the stage you are in and quickly find the resources you need.
"CURevl is honored to be chosen by Wailuku FCU to offer their members a comprehensive college planning and paying tool," said Tim Kulesha, COO of CURevl. "It is our sincere hope it alleviates some of the pressure on both parents and students during, what in many cases, is the first major financial decision that families embark on together."
For additional information on college planning and CURevl, visit colleging.com.
About CU Revl LLC
CU REVL LLC (CURevl) is a Texas based credit union service organization. Our team of education finance gurus are constantly dreaming up ways to help credit unions create solutions to attract new younger members.
About Wailuku Credit Union
Wailuku Federal Credit Union current asset size is $80 million with 5,000 members and serves the community of Central Maui, Hawaii. For information on membership, please visit www.wailukufcu.com.
Media contact: Stacy Lumadue, stacy@curevl.com, (916) 662-1270
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Manhattan woman recovers in hospital after two die in SE Kan. crash
WOODSON CO., Kan. (WIBW) - A Manhattan woman is recovering in a Topeka hospital after two others died in a crash in Southeast Kansas.
The Kansas Highway Patrol Crash Log indicates that around 2:25 p.m. on Monday, July 18, a 2003 Ford Ranger driven by Sandra Campbell, 54, of Yates Center, was headed south on U.S. 75 as two other vehicles were headed northbound on the highway.
According to the log, Campbell’s vehicle collided with an oversized load on a 2012 Kenworth semi-truck pulling an Eagle trailer driven by Allen M. William, 56, of Manhattan. This sent Campbell in a counter-clockwise rotation crossing the centerline into the northbound lanes.
The log notes that this is when Campbell’s vehicle collided with a 2016 Ram driven by Juda A. Lake, 69, of Manhattan. Campbell’s vehicle then flipped into the east ditch as Lake’s vehicle stopped facing east.
KHP says both Campbell and William perished while Lake was rushed to Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka.
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SAN ANTONIO, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc., (NYSE:CCO) announced today that Scott Wells, CEO of Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc., is scheduled to participate in a question and answer session at the Cowen 50th Annual Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 9:05 a.m., Eastern Time. A live audio webcast of the question and answer session will be available on Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings' investor website at www.investor.clearchannel.com and will be available for replay on the website for 30 days.
About Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. ("CCOH") (NYSE: CCO) is at the forefront of driving innovation in the out-of-home advertising industry. Our dynamic advertising platform is broadening the pool of advertisers using our medium through the expansion of digital billboards and displays and the integration of data analytics and programmatic capabilities that deliver measurable campaigns that are simpler to buy. By leveraging the scale, reach and flexibility of our diverse portfolio of assets, we connect advertisers with millions of consumers every month across more than 500,000 print and digital displays in 26 countries.
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Fans can tune in to Tony the Tiger's GR-R-REAT CEREAL BOWL OF GR-R-REATNESS on Twitch to watch Tony go head-to-head with top streamers LIVE
BATTLE CREEK, Mich., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kellogg's Frosted Flakes® and Tony the Tiger® are leveling up the fun for cereal fans and gamers with their first-of-its-kind collaboration with Twitch's Brand Partnership Studio. Tony will make his streaming debut — making Kellogg's Frosted Flakes the first brand globally to work with Twitch, to transform a brand mascot into an interactive VTuber — in Tony the Tiger's GR-R-REAT CEREAL BOWL OF GR-R-REATNESS livestreamed event.
Tony will go head-to-head LIVE with well-known Twitch streamers Brennon "GoldGlove" O'Neill, Chrissy Costanza (chrissyofficial) and Jakeem "BigCheese" Johnson on Tony's new Twitch channel, twitch.tv/TonyTheTiger, playing a popular battle royale game on Friday, August 19, from 5-7 pm ET.
"Kellogg's Frosted Flakes and Tony the Tiger are always looking for ways to connect with lifelong fans and the next generation of cereal lovers, whether that's through releasing new fun flavors of Kellogg's Frosted Flakes or by showing up in new places," said Sadie Garcia, Director of Brand Marketing at Kellogg All Family Cereal. "Twitch is a growing service with more than 31 million average daily visitors, giving Tony and Kellogg's Frosted Flakes a chance to connect with new audiences and engage unlike we've ever done before with a fun and innovative gaming experience."
Tony the Tiger's Cereal Bowl is the perfect opportunity for deeper engagement with fans on Twitch. During the 2-hour livestream, fans can join in the fun by participating in Kellogg's Frosted Flakes-fueled polls and chiming in on Chat. Tony will also unveil his custom Kellogg's Frosted Flakes gaming rig, complete with a milk-coolant PC keeping everything running smoothly.
"Bringing an iconic mascot like Tony the Tiger to our service is an exciting first for our Brand Partnership Studio," said Adam Harris, Global Head of Twitch's Brand Partnership Studio. "This innovative concept taps into the growing popularity of VTubing on Twitch, where we saw VTubing content increase 467% YoY last year. Together with Kellogg's Frosted Flakes, we're producing a made-for-the-Twitch community live experience that introduces a beloved character to well-known Twitch streamers, fosters a healthy dose of competition, and encourages viewers to interact with Tony the Tiger in real-time in Chat."
Tony the Tiger isn't a stranger to trying something new and engaging with fresh audiences. After a surprise late-night show appearance, hanging with star athletes and recently joining TikTok, he's ready to interact with the Twitch community as he continues to make waves in 2022, the Year of the Tiger.
Follow along with Kellogg's Frosted Flakes on Instagram and TikTok and stream on Twitch at twitch.tv/TonyTheTiger.
About Kellogg Company
At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), our vision is a good and just world where people are not just fed but fulfilled. We are creating better days and a place at the table for everyone through our trusted food brands. Our beloved brands include Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Special K®, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg's Corn Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Eggo®, Mini-Wheats®, Kashi®, RXBAR®, MorningStar Farms® and more. Net sales in 2021 were nearly $14.2 billion, comprised principally of snacks as well as convenience foods like cereal, frozen foods, and noodles. As part of our Kellogg's® Better Days ESG strategy, we're addressing the interconnected issues of wellbeing, climate and food security, creating Better Days for 3 billion people by the end of 2030. Visit www.KelloggCompany.com.
About Twitch Interactive
Launched in 2011, Twitch is an interactive livestreaming service and global community that comes together every day to create unique, live, and unpredictable experiences from the interactions of millions. It brings the joy of co-op to everything, from casual gaming and world-class esports to anime marathons, music, and art streams. Twitch also hosts TwitchCon, the biggest community event of the year, where tens of thousands of people come together to celebrate and connect with others who share their interests and passions. We're always live at Twitch. Stay up to date on all things Twitch on Twitter and on our Blog.
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Crown Royal gives back to the Fearless Foundation as they support Black salons who serve communities through their Generosity Fund
ATLANTA, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- August is National Black Business Month and Crown Royal is raising a glass to those who help make Atlanta beautiful: Black beauty small business owners. Last night, Crown Royal teamed up with Atlanta entrepreneur Alicia Scott of Range Beauty and Grammy nominated duo EARTHGANG to celebrate and build connections between Black beauty small business owners during a special Generosity Hour event in Atlanta.
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The evening was emceed by Alicia Scott, owner and founder of Range Beauty, who surprised local Atlanta small business owners in attendance with a total of $40,000 in gifts on behalf of Crown Royal as a thank you for their dedication to the community. EARTHGANG, who partnered with Crown Royal last December as part of a giveback initiative designed to support local Atlanta artists (musicians, dancers, actors, etc.), performed, which was broadcasted via livestream from their Instagram page (@earthgang) for those who weren't in attendance to enjoy.
To further recognize those who champion self-expression, identity and culture in Atlanta, Crown Royal culminated its first year as a partner of the WNBA's Atlanta Dream, who as part of National Black Business Month had players visit local Atlanta salons and get services completed to thank them for their commitment to the community.
"Crown Royal Generosity Hours are designed to celebrate the true icons that are making an impact in their communities and provide support to help amplify their work," said Nicky Heckles, Vice President of Crown Royal. "As a brand, it's important for us to showcase our continued support of Black-owned businesses and we recognize the important role the beauty industry has in their communities. We look forward to continuing partnerships with these business owners and championing all they do to make those in their communities feel good inside and out."
In addition, Crown Royal will continue their support of Black small businesses and entrepreneurs by donating $25,000 to the Fearless Foundation, an Atlanta-based non-profit, from Fearless Fund, to educate and empower entrepreneurs of color.
"Through this partnership with Crown Royal, we are excited to provide local Atlanta small business owners with access to educational and monetary resources through various programming," said Arian Simone, CEO and Co-Founder, Fearless Fund and Fearless Foundation. "Last night's Generosity Hour gave Black beauty business owners the opportunity to network and celebrate their dedication to the Atlanta community."
Join Crown Royal in toasting to the people that matter most in our communities by visiting www.crownroyal.com/generosity-fund/.
About Crown Royal
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky is the number-one selling Canadian whisky brand in the world and has a tradition as long and distinctive as its taste. Specially blended to commemorate a grand tour of Canada made by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth of Great Britain in 1939, Crown Royal's smooth, elegant flavor and gift-worthy presentation reflect its regal origins – it is considered the epitome of Canadian whisky. For more information, visit crownroyal.com. Crown Royal encourages all consumers to please enjoy responsibly.
About Diageo North America
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.
Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world.
For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. Follow on Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.
About Fearless Foundation
The Fearless Foundation, is a 501c3 organization with a mission to educate entrepreneurs through training, reduce racial inequities, and empower African-Americans to gain access to capital. We offer grant programs for businesses, educational entrepreneurial programs and college scholarships. For more information, please visit www.fearless.fund/foundation-2.
About EARTHGANG
EARTHGANG are the Grammy nominated, Platinum certified duo from Atlanta, GA comprised of Olu and Wowgr8. The pair debuted on the scene with a string of EPs and quickly garnered a reputation for their eclectic style and infectious live energy. Marrying lean, sharp-eyed lyricism with Southern-fried soul, every song arrives fully formed, hitting hard and landing jokes while also delving deep into political issues. Spotted by J.Cole at one of their live shows, the pair were promptly signed to his Interscope Records joint venture, Dreamville Records. Since the signing, EARTHGANG have become a force in the music space releasing bodies of critically acclaimed work like the "culturally significant record" (NPR) Ghetto Gods; debut album Mirrorland; collective earworm Spilligion, as well as the revered Dreamville compilation, Revenge of the Dreamers III— which earned the pair two Grammy nominations as well as their first #1 album status. In 2020, when the world stopped, EARTHGANG persevered with their social and community justice work by opening a community garden, teaming up with First Lady Michelle Obama and Stacey Abrams to turn out votes in their home state of Georgia. If this wasn't enough, EARTHGANG are known for their exciting collaboration that spans genres including works with Gorillaz, Brittany Howard, Louis The Child, Jon Batiste, Tokimonsta, Dermot Kennedy and many more. The pair are also one of live music's most revered performers, taking their dynamic live set to major festivals and sold out venues globally — playing to loyal fan bases meticulously built over the years.
About the Atlanta Dream
The Atlanta Dream is a professional women's basketball team based in Atlanta, Ga. that strives to build a place where our team, our fans and our city come together to represent the community we seek to serve. We enter our 15th year in 2022 with new ownership, new leadership, and a commitment to building the best franchise in the WNBA. We celebrate diversity, represent Atlanta, reward innovation and imagination, and aim to empower women both on and off the court. The team currently plays home games at the Gateway Center Arena @ College Park and has qualified for the WNBA Playoffs in nine of its first 14 seasons. To learn more about the Dream and purchase 2022 season tickets, mini plans and single game tickets, please visit www.dreamelitemembership.com or call 877-977-7729.
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New XFL Head Coach and NFL Tight End Anthony Becht Shares His Story of Being Caught in Those Timeshare Price Hikes and How to Avoid Them.
ALISO VIEJO, Calif., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Timeshare Compliance, the leading consumer advocacy group helping timeshare owners exit their contracts is warning the more than 10 million Americans who own timeshares and potential buyers of a new aggressive tactic by timeshare sales companies – backloading additional fees onto contracts, costing owners potentially tens of thousands of dollars during their ownership, even after they've paid off their initial agreement.
One of those victims was none other than former NFL superstar and new head coach with the XFL Anthony Becht, who played more than a decade for the New York Jets, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as well as the Chiefs, Rams, and Cardinals. Becht caught nearly 200 passes as a tight end in his career but this time he was on the receiving end of hefty fees that kept being added on to his initial contract for a timeshare he bought in St. Petersburg, Florida for his family in 2005, while visiting a resort.
"It was a shock for me what I ended up paying compared to what I was actually pitched by the timeshare sales company," said Becht. "The fees come at you from all directions, and it can be overwhelming."
Becht, 44, who lives in Tampa after his retirement from the NFL in 2011, was invited to a timeshare sales meeting while vacationing which the St. Petersburg resort billed as a "30 minute" presentation. It turned out to be nearly seven hours of intense pitching. "At that point, like many people, I was willing to sign anything to get out of there," said Becht.
Still, Becht got what he thought was a good deal as the price he paid for the timeshare was 60 percent off what he was originally quoted. But that "discount" came with back ended fees he wasn't told about.
"Timeshare companies are now making up that deep discount on the initial purchase price by nickel-and-diming these new and existing contract holders," said Bo Wilson, co-founder of Timeshare Compliance. "They know buyers are more sophisticated now, so getting timeshare owners to pay more during the life of the contract is the way they make their money," said Wilson, who started the company with his co-partner, Rich Folk in 2012, after both worked in the timeshare sales industry and became disgusted with the high-pressure sales tactics and the hidden fees foisted on timeshare prospects and buyers.
That's exactly what happened to Becht when he tried to book a reservation, he was told he didn't have enough points for that time slot but for an additional $199 "fee" he could get it.
Instead, he was offered slots at another resort. When he got there, he was encouraged to attend an "update" for owners that really turned out to be a pitch for "upgrades" that again came with hefty fees. "If I wanted the use of a boat for the weekend," that would cost me extra again, said Becht.
When Becht did have enough points, he had to pay a hefty user fee to keep them active and a processing fee to use them at the resort he wanted.
"Timeshare points are not like airline frequent-flier miles, it's use it or lose it," Rich Folk, co-partner at Timeshare Compliance said.
A few years of frustration later, the backbreaker for Becht was meeting other couples at the resort who had just called up that weekend and booked the same condo he wanted without fees or contracts.
"You're sitting in the hot tub at the resort with another couple and you find out they paid just a few hundred dollars on a travel web site to get the same vacation you paid thousands in extra fees for," said Becht, who began looking for an exit to his timeshare contract.
His frustration continued when other so-called "timeshare exit" companies turned out to be scams and some even affiliated with the companies themselves.
"When you want to exit your timeshare, doing it without trusted help can lead you down the road sometimes to even signing extensions with the same timeshare company," said Timeshare Compliance's Folk. "Timeshare companies have sophisticated scripts to turn frustrated owners into actually extending their contracts."
For Becht, the frustration ended when he contacted Timeshare Compliance. Timeshare Compliance works with a multi-level personal approach that assigns each owner to a dedicated client specialist and case analyst who prepare a case file and resolution options, and then work with a credit coordinator to manage a client's credit and work with an attorney to represent clients in court if needed.
With the help of Timeshare Compliance, Becht is working on exiting his timeshare contract. But he's now also warning existing owners and new buyers of timeshares to be even more careful of what they're signing. "I was very happy that Timeshare Compliance managed to help me with my bad situation, but I feel badly for the same people who I was in the presentations with who signed contracts at the face price and haven't been able to exit."
Timeshare Compliance will be launching in 2022 a comprehensive consumer update quarterly on timeshare exit news and trends to help protect consumers, especially women buyers, seniors and veterans from predatory sales tactics and help them exit contracts.
"We're really proud of our work helping so many timeshare owners get out from under crushing debt and fees, but we've only just begun," said Wilson. "Our goal is to be the premier resource for journalists, consumers and owners when it comes to navigating the timeshare world and how to get out of traps that owners like Anthony Becht encountered."
In general, here are some important tips that Timeshare Compliance wants buyers and owners to know about before they purchase a timeshare and after they own one.
Timeshares are NOT real estate investments: A timeshare company salesperson might call the monthly payments on your unit a "mortgage", but they aren't, says Rich Folk. "You can't write off your interest payments on a timeshare like you can a home. Often the timeshare contract itself has no resale value, unlike a home," he said.
Don't feel pressured to sign something without reading it or sign just to be able to leave the sales presentation.
"We tend to believe that walking out on something or somebody is rude, and timeshare companies take advantage of that, especially with senior citizens," said Timeshare Compliance's Bo Wilson. "You can walk out any time."
In addition, Wilson warns potential buyers not to give a timeshare company your Social Security number, or birthdate, or anything that could be used to open a credit account. If you go, pay for your drinks and food in cash, never a credit card.
"Offering free alcoholic drinks is an easy way to get potential buyers relaxed and off their guard for the hard sell that's coming," said Wilson.
Don't be fooled either by a salesperson saying the price for a timeshare is good for that day only. "It'll be there tomorrow and the next day, and the day after that," said Wilson.
Be aware of the rescission protections in your state or where the timeshare is located, but they may not be the same where you sign your contract.
Because of the frequent horror stories relating to timeshare sales, most states have increased protection for consumers who enter a contract for a timeshare. Typically, you have seven days or more to cancel for any reason. But some states' consumer protections are stronger than others and may only apply in the state where the contract is signed, not where you purchased it.
"If you're asked to sign a contract in a different state than where you are sold the timeshare or where the timeshare is located, it may be because that state has weaker consumer protections and the company is taking advantage of that for their benefit, not yours," said Folk.
If you're ready to exit, get prepared with your sales contract, billing documents and any written correspondence made by the timeshare company's sales associates or management.
"Many timeshare companies will actually use an owner's frustration as an opportunity to upsell you and lock you into more debt to make you happy," said Wilson. "They'll lose your contract or documents and slow-walk you to wear you down. That's why it's key to have someone like Timeshare Compliance on your side during the exit process."
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Timeshare Compliance has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and a score of 4.5 (out of 5) or "EXCELLENT" on Trustpilot.com
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Spoetzl Brewery is Awarded Medals for Six of its Beers, Including Gold for its Iconic Shiner Bock at the Largest Annual Beer Competition in the World
SHINER, Texas, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A panel of brewing experts at the largest annual beer competition in the world, the 2022 Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA), honored the Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, Texas with several top medals this year. The iconic Shiner Bock and Shiner Sea Salt and Lime each earned a gold medal while Shiner ¡Órale! Mexican-Style Cerveza, Shiner Light Blonde, Shiner Agua Fresca and Shiner Ruby Redbird beers each won a silver medal.
"Here at Shiner we put every drop of our brewing expertise, energy and passion into the beers we brew, so it is extremely rewarding to see that others appreciate our hard work and beers just as much," said Shiner Brewmaster, Jimmy Mauric. "We're especially delighted to win six awards from a panel of esteemed brewing experts. It's proof of the high-quality, flavorful, and refreshing beers we have the honor and joy of creating."
A record-breaking 2,630 beers and 355 breweries from 20 different countries all over the world competed at this year's AIBA which was judged in blind tastings by Australian beer experts, writers and retailers who have an extensive history of tasting, producing and working with beers of all varieties. The AIBA aims to inspire and celebrate excellence in brewing, beer packaging design and beer media. Providing brewers from around the globe with an essential benchmarking opportunity, the Awards are open to breweries of all sizes, from boutique small volume to large-scale commercial production.
"The Melbourne Royal Australian International Beer Awards celebrates and recognizes the best brewers across the world with up to 35 trophies presented to the champions of each category, including the overall Champion Australian Beer and Champion International Beer," says Melbourne Royal's Chief Executive Officer Brad Jenkins.
These six medals mark the 22nd medal for Shiner Bock across the world's major competitions and the 84th combined overall for all Shiner Beers since 2001.
About Shiner and the Spoetzl Brewery
The Spoetzl Brewery was founded in Shiner, Texas (population 2,069), in 1909, by Czech and German immigrants brewing beer with old-world traditions and recipes for Central Texas. Since then, the brewery has grown to be one of the largest independent craft brewers in the country with beers available in all 50 states and Mexico. To this day, every drop of the award-winning beer is brewed right in Shiner, TX, where it all started 113 years ago. Visit us at www.shiner.com.
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American Jordan Pefok scores Swiss-high 19th goal of season
By The Associated Press
American forward Jordan Pefok scored his Swiss league-leading 19th goal of the season in Young Boys’ 2-1 loss at Zurich. With Young Boys trailing by two goals, Pefok made a backheel pass of a centering feed from Ulisses Garcia back to Garcia, who one-timed a cross. Pefok redirected the ball with his left foot past goalkeeper Yanick Brecher from 8 yards in the 73rd minute. The 25-year-old forward, born in Washington, D.C., and raised in France, has a career-best 24 goals in 41 club games this season. He has scored 19 league goals in 29 matches. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/16/american-jordan-pefok-scores-swiss-high-19th-goal-of-season/ | 2022-04-16T21:13:32Z |
NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention C3.ai, Inc. ("C3.ai, Inc.") (NYSE: AI) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired: (a) C3.ai Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the documents issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering conducted on or about December 9, 2020; and/or (b) C3.ai securities between December 9, 2020 and February 15, 2022, both dates inclusive.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in C3.ai, Inc., 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 C3.ai, Inc. includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) C3.ai's partnership with Baker Hughes was deteriorating; (ii) C3.ai was employing a flawed accounting methodology to conceal the deterioration of its Baker Hughes partnership; (iii) C3.ai faced challenges in product adoption and significant salesforce turnover; (iv) the Company overstated, inter alia, the extent of its investment in technology, description of its customers, its total addressable market, the pace of its market growth, and the scale of alliances with its major business partners; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: May 3, 2022
Aggrieved C3.ai, Inc. investors only have until May 3, 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.
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NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: AUPH) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: May 7, 2021 to February 25, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: June 14, 2022
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CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Aurinia was experiencing declining revenues; (ii) Aurinia's 2022 sales outlook for the Company's only product which it offers for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis, LUPKYNIS, would fall well short of expectations; (iii) accordingly, the Company had significantly overstated LUPKYNIS's commercial prospects; (iv) as a result, the Company had overstated its financial position and/or prospects for 2022; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. you have until June 14, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the AUPH lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/aurinia-pharmaceuticals-inc-loss-submission-form?id=28425&from=4.
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FRESNO, California (KXAN) — Protein shake maker Lyons Magnus is recalling 53 nutritional and beverage products because they could be contaminated.
Lyons Magnus said on July 28 the products may have bacteria from the germ Cronobacter sakazakii. According to a company press release, the germ can cause fever, vomiting and urinary tract infections.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Cronobacter infection can be very serious for older people and people with HIV, organ transplants or cancer.
Lyons Magnus said its recall is voluntary, and it has no reports of anyone getting sick from the 53 products listed in the release.
Cronobacter sakazakii was at the center of a recall of baby formula in February 2022. Lyons Magnus said the list of recalled products does not include products intended for infants.
Lyons Magnus said you should throw out any of the recalled products or return them where you bought them for a refund.
If you have any questions, the company said you can call them anytime at 1 (800) 627-0557 or check its website. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/protein-shake-maker-recalls-more-than-4-dozen-products/ | 2022-08-01T12:46:41Z |
HOUMA, La., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Benton Energy Services Company (BESCO Tubular), a highly respected tubular running service company, specializing in the makeup and pulling of high alloy production tubulars, operating in the Gulf of Mexico, and Spoked Solutions LLC (Spoked), an oil industry-focused research and development company that provides patented and proprietary tool design and technology, have signed a binding license agreement allowing BESCO Tubular to utilize the patented Spoked Elevator Roller Insert System (ERIS) with BESCO's patented Bail Assisted Thread Saver system (BATS).
The combination of these tools provides a very innovative patented pneumatic weight compensating system to make up or break out tubular connections vertically whether in singles or stands. This system allows the joint to remain in neutral weight to minimalize the chance of galling or damaging threads on tubulars during connection or disconnection. The weight compensation system is controlled and fine-tuned via a control panel located on the rig floor during operation. The BESCO Tubular control panel includes the capability for a single person to monitor and directly control the elevator / single joint elevators / single joint elevator arms / spider / sliding base plate / and control line push arm eliminating the need for additional personnel during tubular make up and break out operations. The ERIS, while supporting stand weight, allows tubulars to spin relatively frictionless inside the elevator. The combination of these tools has been tried and tested by some of our greatest customers; and was first put in use with BESCO's customers eight years ago.
BESCO Tubular and Spoked have amicably reached an agreement to license the ERIS technology assuring BESCO's return to serving our valued customers. BESCO Tubular is ready to address the improving market we see emerging for our services. "By offering the BATS and ERIS tools together, operators will be getting the best stand building compensation system on the market," said Antoinette Benton, Chief Executive Officer of BESCO Tubular.
BESCO Tubular specializes in Gulf of Mexico Deepwater and Shelf completion tubing operations. Located in Houma, Louisiana, founded in 2002 we have proudly served the Gulf Coast area for 20 years. Our veteran personnel have the experience, training and technology to safely and efficiently run tubing of all sizes in Deepwater and Shelf Gulf of Mexico. Our family history in this field spans four generations. To learn more, visit www.bescotubular.com.
Spoked is an oil industry-focused research and development company that recognizes the gaps in technology. It provides simpler and better solutions to fill the missing link in the industry for operators and service providers alike. Spoked offers more than 10 proprietary tools, which are covered by over 20 granted or pending patents. Spoked provides solutions to industry giants and other players in the Gulf of Mexico and globally. Spoked has the expertise and strategically located operations to provide customers world-class solutions for even the most unsolved oil field tool design problems. To learn more, visit www.spokedsolutions.com.
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Did you lose money on investments in Innovative Industrial Properties? If so, please visit Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com to discuss your rights.
NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds investors of the deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in a securities class action lawsuit that has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired the securities of Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. ("IIPR" or the "Company") (NYSE: IIPR) between May 7, 2020 and April 13, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
IIPR purports to be an internally-managed real estate investment trust ("REIT") focused on the acquisition, ownership and management of specialized industrial properties leased to experienced, state-licensed operators for their regulated state-licensed cannabis facilities.
In the Complaint, Plaintiff alleges that Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose: (1) that IIPR's focus is to be a cannabis company lender rather than a REIT; (2) that the true values of IIPR's properties are significantly lower than the Company represented; (3) existential issues plagued its top customers; and (4) that as a result, its top customers may not be able to continue making payments to IIPR, which would face significant issues replacing these customers.
On April 14, 2022, before market hours, market researcher Blue Orca Capital released a report on IIPR (the "Report") that described the Company as "a marijuana bank masquerading as a REIT. IIPR's model is to conduct sale-leaseback transactions with cannabis producers who are otherwise prohibited from borrowing money because of federal regulations."
The Report explained that "[i]n exchange for overpaying for properties from cannabis companies and funding the tenant improvements to build out the facilities, IIPR receives repayment of the loan in the form of long-term lease agreements at 11–14% yields. In effect, IIPR is less of a traditional REIT, and more of a marijuana bank, lending to cannabis companies who otherwise would not have access to the banking system to grow their businesses. This works so long as the tenants can repay their loans by continuing to make their lease payments, meaning IIPR's business and valuation is contingent on high quality tenants". The Report also stated that "unlike with other REITs, IIPR cannot expect to recover the lost income from defaulting tenants because it appears that the actual values of its properties are substantially below their carrying value on IIPR's balance sheet."
On this news, the price of IIPR stock fell more than 7% to close at $169.68 per share on April 14, 2022.
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 24, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff. If you choose to take no action, you may remain an absent class member.
If you purchased or acquired IIRP securities, and/or would like to discuss your legal rights and options please visit Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com.
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DALLAS, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The long-running case Boral Windows LLC v. William E. Robinson Jr. came to a close July 22, with the jury in the 162nd Dallas County Civil District Court handing up a decisive win for the defense.
The case, filed in 2018, involved non-competition/non-solicitation allegations arising following the 2016 sale of the widely respected windows manufacturing company Krestmark by founder William "Billy" Robinson.
Claiming Mr. Robinson had violated his non-competition/non-solicitation agreement, Boral Windows sought more than $40 million in compensatory damages, in addition to punitive damages and attorneys' fees.
Through the work of lead trial attorney Donald E. Godwin, founder of Godwin Bowman PC, the jury found no liability on the part of Mr. Robinson following the two-week trial presided over by the Hon. Judge Maricela Moore. The Godwin Bowman trial team also included Stefanie McGregor, Shawn McCaskill, Dylan Anderson, and Dixon Cheung.
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Luke Combs rewards young fans for their hard work to attend his show
BANGOR, Maine (WABI/Gray News) – Two young country music fans learned this weekend that hard work pays off.
When 12-year-old Bo Fenderson heard Luke Combs was coming to Maine, he knew instantly that he wanted to go to the show.
“I prayed for it to happen. I hoped. I prayed, and it happened,” Bo told WABI.
His mom agreed to take Bo to the concert, but she said tickets were pricey and he needed to earn the money to buy them himself.
Bo and his friend, Tanner, raised the money and made it to Luke Comb’s show Friday night at Maine Savings Amphitheater.
The boys held signs that read:
“We made $100 bucks stacking 5 cords of wood, bought two Luke Combs tickets. Man, he sounds good. Our Dads swore it was a waste of time, oh but they were wrong. Today’s my 12th birthday, oh Lord when it rains it pours.”
Combs spotted the young fans’ homemade signs in the crowd. When the country singer realized how much work they put in to get to the show, he offered to repay them.
“How much were your tickets? $100? $200? Y’all paid $200, $100 a piece? I only got $140 right here,” the singer said pulling cash out of his pocket. “Y’all want that? Pay yourselves back. I’ll get you some more.”
The reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year signed Bo and Tanner’s hats and invited them backstage after the show.
“I thought it was pretty cool to see him walking towards us,” Tanner said.
“He came towards us, and we were able to meet with him. I thought it was really cool,” Bo said.
The boys say they learned some valuable life lessons.
“The two most important things in life are hard work and kindness,” Bo said.
Bo’s mom said Combs was a great role model to take the time to acknowledge the boys’ hard work.
“It wasn’t just Luke, it was the rest of the staff too that made it happen and made it a point to come find us and the boys and fulfill that promise that he made to them,” Bo’s mom said.
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Testimonies conclude in defamation case between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
By Sonia Moghe, CNN
After hearing more than 100 hours of testimony over six weeks, jurors have finished hearing evidence in the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard defamation trial, with both sides resting.
As a final witness, Heard returned to the stand for a second time Thursday, where she was grilled about witnesses who testified as part of Depp’s case and contradicted her version of events.
Heard testified that she was not surprised by the number of people who agreed to testify on his behalf.
“I know how many people will come out and say whatever for him. That’s his power,” Heard testified. “That’s why I wrote the op-ed. I was speaking to that phenomenon. How many people will come out in support of him and will fall to his power. He is a very powerful man and people love currying favor with powerful men.”
Depp is suing Heard for $50 million, claiming a 2018 Washington Post op-ed she penned where she called herself “a public figure representing domestic abuse” defamed the actor and caused him to lose work. Heard has countersued for $100 million for defamation.
“I am harassed, humiliated, threatened every single day. Even just walking into this courtroom, sitting here in front of the world, having the worst parts of my life things I’ve lived through used to humiliate me,” Heard testified. “People want to kill me and they tell me so every day. People want to put my baby in the microwave and they tell me that.”
Jurors were left with Heard’s final words, about the impact the accusations that her claims of abuse were a hoax have left on her life.
“Johnny promised me he would ruin me. That he’d ruin my career, he’d take my life from me. Death was the only way out,” Heard said. “And if I got out, this is what he would do to me. He would make me think of him every single day. He promised me global humiliation, you saw those texts.”
Attorneys for Depp rested their rebuttal case Thursday morning, ending with a hand surgeon expert witness.
Heard’s legal team rested just after noon.
Closing arguments in the case are expected Friday and the jury is expected to begin deliberating Friday afternoon.
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PHOENIX, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alan Simon has side hustles in his blood.
"My first side hustle was a software and consulting business back in the early 1980s, while I was a U.S. Air Force computer systems officer," Simon explains. "I wanted to make a little extra money, but my primary reason was that my Air Force job was writing missile attack alert software at Cheyenne Mountain on ancient mainframes in an obsolete programming language. I wanted to teach myself the new personal computing technology that was starting to get popular."
Consulting and software turned into Simon's first book (How to be a Successful Computer Consultant, McGraw-Hill, 1985) which then led to many other side hustles while Alan mapped out a career as a consulting executive: 30 other business and tech books, college teaching, seminars and training, video tech courses, writing novels, and even farming and horses. Now comes Alan Simon's latest side hustle and his most recent book in publisher John Wiley's popular "For Dummies" series: Side Hustles For Dummies.
"The world of side hustles exploded when the COVID pandemic began," Simon explains. "The so-called 'Great Resignation' has led to millions of people leaving traditional full-time careers, with many of them relying on one or more side hustles to make a living."
Side hustles include widely known gigs such as driving for Uber or Lyft, delivering restaurant meals or doing grocery shopping and home delivery, running an online boutique, and creating and monetizing Internet content. Other side hustles are more unique, such as building a portfolio of money-making side gigs around baseball and sports cards or becoming a "micro-influencer." Simon's new book helps aspiring side hustlers navigate and make sense out of the world of side hustles.
"The first couple chapters present a comprehensive picture of today's world of side hustles, and help the reader figure out the best matches for their motivations, interests, and personality. Suppose someone wants to start a side hustle based on a longstanding interest in fashion. Should that person start an online boutique, or create a series of fashion-related videos? Or start writing a blog? Or maybe all three? Then, whichever path the reader takes, dozens of key decisions need to be made. Side Hustles For Dummies steps the reader through key milestones and decision points in many different types of side hustles."
Key considerations for any side hustler include staying out of trouble with one's day job, whether to solo or dive into a side hustle alongside a friend or family member, and eventually deciding when and how to expand – maybe even turning a side hustle into a full-time business – or knowing when to take one's side hustle activities in a different direction. Side Hustles For Dummies covers all of these critically important topics, and more.
Side Hustles For Dummies is now available from leading book retailers, and a review copy may be requested via the contact information below.
Author Alan Simon lives in the Phoenix, Arizona metro area and is available to discuss Side Hustles For Dummies. He can be contacted via email at alan@alansimonbooks.com or (570) 764-2454 (cellphone).
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Organ Procurement Organization Becomes Lifetime Trustee of Baldrige Institute
WASHINGTON, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CORE, the Center for Organ Recovery & Education, a leader in organ and tissue procurement for transplantation headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, became the ninth and newest member of the Mac Baldrige Society, the Trustees of the Baldrige Foundation's Institute for Performance Excellence.
"The Foundation established the Institute for Performance Excellence in June 2020," said Al Faber, President and CEO of the Baldrige Foundation, "to be a thought leader on performance excellence, leadership, and management."
"The Mac Baldrige Society is limited to 20 elite members," continued Faber, "they serve as the Trustees of the Institute, and by their commitment, demonstrate they recognize the importance of the Baldrige Foundation's mission: to promote organizational performance excellence in the United States and throughout the world by supporting the Baldrige Program."
CORE was founded for the purpose of saving and enhancing lives through organ, tissue, and cornea transplantation. CORE is one of 57 federally designated not-for-profit organ procurement organizations in the United States, and it serves a Donation Service Area assigned by the federal government that includes 150 donor hospitals and approximately 5.5 million people throughout western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Chemung County, NY.
"CORE's Baldrige performance excellence journey has empowered us to focus successfully on the mantra, 'Every Donor, Every Time.' Today, a decade into this journey, CORE is a results-driven organization, thriving in a culture of transparency and innovation," said Susan Stuart, President and CEO of CORE. "The result: CORE is saving and healing more lives than ever before – the most significant indicator of performance excellence and proof that the Baldrige framework affects positive change."
2021 was CORE's third consecutive record-breaking year Saving and Healing lives through organ, tissue, and cornea donation. The organization made possible more than 700 life-saving organ transplants, thanks to the generosity of an unprecedented number of organ donors. That is a 150 percent increase since CORE began its performance excellence journey in 2012. Incredibly, ten of the donors in 2021 were over the age of 75, a group that is often overlooked for donation. The most notable of these donors was Cecil F. Lockhart of Welch, West Virginia, who in May 2021 became the oldest organ donor in U.S. history at 95. Also in 2021, the number of people healed because of tissue recovered by CORE was 133 percent more than in 2012.
"CORE is honored to become part of this distinguished group of Mac Baldrige Society trustees," Stuart said. "In doing so, CORE hopes to signify that our performance excellence journey is one without a destination. We will, now and in the future, continue to follow the Baldrige Framework and the roadmap it provides us on our mission: Saving and Healing lives through donation."
"The Institute Trustees," said Faber, "are making a commitment to preserve and promote the Baldrige Framework and to help ensure that Baldrige remains relevant for future generations of organizations across all sectors of the economy. We are grateful for their support."
For more information, contact: Mark Wayda, 614-600-0432 or at mwayda@baldrigefoundation.org.
The Baldrige Foundation was created as the private partner to the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program in 1988. Its mission is to ensure the long-term financial viability of the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program and to support organizational performance excellence throughout the U.S. and the world. The Baldrige Program located at NIST within the U.S. Department of Commerce, is a separate entity and is solely responsible for managing and administering the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. For more information on the Baldrige Award process please visit: https://www.nist.gov/baldrige/baldrige-award.
The Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) is one of 57 federally designated not-for-profit organ procurement organizations (OPOs) in the United States, serving more than five million people in western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. CORE coordinates the recovery and matching of organs, tissues, and corneas for transplant within our service region, and works tirelessly to create a culture of donation within the hospitals and communities we serve. CORE's mission is to Save and Heal lives through donation, ultimately ending the deaths of those on the transplant waiting list, while maintaining integrity for the donation process, dignity for the donors, and compassion for their families. CORE is a winner of the 2019 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, a presidential award that recognizes nonprofits for their innovation and excellence. For more information, visit www.core.org or call 1-800-DONORS-7.
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In this photo provided by China's Xinhua News Agency, fallen rocks are seen on a road near Lengqi Town in Luding County of southwest China's Sichuan Province on September 5.
A 6.6-magnitude earthquake with a depth of 6 miles was reported southwest of Sichuan's capital Chengdu close to 1 p.m. local time on September 5, the United States Geological Survey reported.
In this photo provided by China's Xinhua News Agency, fallen rocks are seen on a road near Lengqi Town in Luding County of southwest China's Sichuan Province on September 5.
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A 6.6-magnitude earthquake with a depth of 6 miles was reported southwest of Sichuan's capital Chengdu close to 1 p.m. local time on September 5, the United States Geological Survey reported.
At least 65 people are confirmed dead after an earthquake hit China's southwestern Sichuan province on Monday, according to Chinese broadcaster CCTV.
Aftershocks were still being felt on Tuesday, state media said, a day after the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said a 6.6-magnitude quake shook the region southwest of Sichuan's capital Chengdu around 1 p.m. Monday.
So far 248 injuries have been reported and at least 12 people remain missing, according to state media.
Images showed rescue workers carrying injured residents over makeshift bridges in Luding County, near the quake's epicenter.
The USGS said quake's epicenter was about 43 kilometers (27 miles) southeast of Kangding, a city of around 100,000 people. Over a million residents in surrounding areas are estimated to have experienced moderate tremors in the aftermath of the quake, it added.
Some homes were severely damaged in the quake, with images appearing to show whole buildings had collapsed into piles of bricks and wooden beams.
China activated a Level 3 emergency response and dispatched rescue workers to Luding County on Monday, according to China's State Council. Chinese broadcaster CGTN said rescue workers were helping to clear roads blocked by landslides triggered by the quake.
Sichuan, a province of 84 million people, was already facing a very challenging summer before the powerful quake. In the last two months, the province has endured drought and its worst heatwaves in 60 years.
The landlocked area is prone to earthquakes because of the Langmenshan Fault which runs through Sichuan's mountains.
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Officer arrested in prostitution sting while out of town for seminar, sheriff says
CARTERSVILLE, Ga. (WGCL/Gray News) - A Georgia man whose job is to protect and serve found himself caught in the middle of a sting operation in late August, authorities say.
Deputy Chief Jason Diprima with the Cartersville Police Department was in Orlando, Florida, in an unmarked DEA government vehicle soliciting prostitution while he was in town for the American Polygraph Association seminar on Aug. 28, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
Grady said Diprima began texting with an undercover detective in Orlando. Eventually, he showed up at a location with alcohol and money in hand with the intention of having sex with the undercover agent. That’s when the police moved in to arrest him, and he allegedly lied about what was going on, WGCL reported.
“You would’ve thought, as a high-ranking police officer, well respected, he would’ve known better … but he didn’t, and now he’s got lots of issues: home issues, work issues, criminal issues. What he’s got going on here is a situation, and he’s in the middle of it,” Judd said during a news conference.
Diprima was taken to the Polk County Jail and later released on a $500 bond.
The Cartersville Police Department has been notified of the arrest.
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HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2022, Trust Markets remains as one of the most transparent, secured and optimized trading platforms, continuing its own success of having the "Best Trade Execution" and "Best Trading Conditions" in 2021, according to Global Business Magazine and World Forex Awards. Specifically, based on customer reviews across multiple trading forums, Trust Markets carry excellent qualities such as incredibly short execution time, 24/7 worldwide customer support, and access to more than 1000 trading instruments.
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One Canal Will Cater to Mission-Driven Companies in One of the World's Leading Biotech Clusters
BOSTON, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Breakthrough Properties, a leading global developer of life sciences real estate backed by a joint venture of Tishman Speyer and Bellco Capital, today announced it has commenced construction on the redevelopment of One Canal by Breakthrough, a four-story lab and office building in East Cambridge, Massachusetts.
The property, acquired by Breakthrough in 2021, is being updated to accommodate more than 105,000 square feet of high-quality research and development space.
One Canal by Breakthrough comes at a time when East Cambridge's total office and lab space availability hovers around just one percent. The Greater Boston area remains the nation's number one life science hub and a top destination for companies drawn to its leading academic institutions, research universities and hospitals, as well as its highly skilled workforce. Situated along the First Street corridor which connects Kendall Square/MIT Redline to the new Lechmere Green Line T station, and facing Canal Park with its waterfront location, One Canal by Breakthrough offers companies an unbeatable environment surrounded by an amenity-rich neighborhood.
"Situated in the heart of the most dynamic life science cluster in the world, One Canal by Breakthrough is surrounded by the world's most innovative companies and sought-after amenities," said Daniel D'Orazi, Chief Investment Officer of Breakthrough Properties. "We are thrilled to be delivering best-in-class life science space to this supply constrained environment to further support the development of life-changing discoveries."
One Canal by Breakthrough will feature a ground floor lounge, private outdoor spaces, building concierge, fitness center, adjacent parking and onsite retail options. The property is also close to Downtown Boston's diverse residential, retail and dining options, and within walking distance of multiple parks and open spaces, including direct access to the Charles River. It is adjacent to the planned 650,000-square-foot Cambridge Galleria center and the 4.5 million-square-foot Cambridge Crossing innovation hub.
"One Canal responds to the intense demand for cutting-edge research environments located in vibrant neighborhoods where today's top talent wants to be," said Tishman Speyer Managing Director Jessica Hughes. "We are thrilled to put Tishman Speyer's unique placemaking skills and decades of development experience in Boston to work on behalf of our Breakthrough platform."
Founded in 2019, Breakthrough has established itself as one of the most active players in the life science sector with 4.6 million square feet of projects in the pipeline across Boston, San Diego, Philadelphia, Amsterdam, Oxford and Cambridge.
In Boston, Breakthrough recently delivered The 105 by Breakthrough at 105 West First Street, which will serve as CRISPR Therapeutics' U.S. facility.
Other active projects include the 10-acre Torrey View by Breakthrough campus in San Diego, which will house global medical technology company BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company)'s expanded San Diego Reagent Innovation Center for its growing BD Biosciences business; 2300 Market in Philadelphia; Trinity House in Oxford, England; and The Vitrum Building, located inside St. John's Innovation Park in Cambridge, England.
Breakthrough puts sustainability at the forefront of all of its initiatives with a particular emphasis on increasing energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions and providing healthy workspaces for users, including by aiming for Fitwel and WELL certifications. Breakthrough also targets LEED Gold certification at its United States properties, as well as BREEAM Outstanding certification in all of its projects across the United Kingdom and EU markets.
About Breakthrough Properties (www.btprop.com)
Formed in 2019 as a joint venture between global real estate owner, developer and investor Tishman Speyer and biotechnology investment firm Bellco Capital, Breakthrough Properties is a life science real estate development company that leverages cross-sector collaboration to deliver environments that foster innovation and scientific breakthroughs. Breakthrough Properties' mission is to acquire, develop and operate the best life science properties in leading urban technology centers around the world and support scientific innovation across biotechnology, agriculture and nutrition. Breakthrough combines Tishman Speyer's decades of global real estate development experience with Bellco Capital's industry-making biotechnology entrepreneurship to reimagine environments where companies can create life-changing therapies for patients.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Moore Kuehn, PLLC, a securities and shareholder law firm located on Wall Street, is investigating potential claims against:
- Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. (NASDAQ: BBBY)
***Contact fmoore@moorekuehn.com only if you acquired shares before March 25, 2022
Moore Kuehn is investigating Bed Bath & Beyond insiders after insiders profited at least $110 million from their Insider stock sales from August 16 to August 17, 2022.
On March 6, 2022, through his investment firm RC Ventures LLC, Ryan Cohen sent a letter to Bed Bath & Beyond's board which announced that he owned a 9.8% stake in Bed Bath & Beyond and in which he criticized the Company's management. On March 25, 2022, Bed Bath & Beyond added three new directors appointed by Ryan Cohen's investment firm, RC Ventures LLC.
On August 15, 2022, Ryan Cohen, through RC Ventures LLC, announced in an SEC filing purchases of over one million January 2023 call options with exercise prices at $60, $75, and $80—significantly higher than Bed Bath & Beyond shares were trading. On August 18, 2022, Ryan Cohen, through RC Ventures LLC, announced that he would sell his entire stake in Bed Bath & Beyond.
On this news, Bed Bath & Beyond shares fell $4.53 per share, or 19%, to close at $18.55 per share on August 18, 2022. Bed Bath & Beyond shares continued to drop on August 19, 2022, falling $7.52 per share, or 40%, from its August 18, 2022 close, to close at $11.03 per share. On August 19, 2022, Bed Bath & Beyond stock plunged to a new low of $9.68.
The stock price continued to decline over the next two trading days, falling an additional 16.23% on August 22, 2022, and falling another 4.98% on August 23, 2022, dropping over 70% from August 17's high price in five trading days after the insider stock sales.
If you still own Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. or BBBY please contact Fletcher Moore, Esq. by email at fmoore@moorekuehn.com or telephone at (212) 709-8245.
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ÖSTERSUND, Sweden, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- We are delivering a very good profit for the period with net leasing of SEK 39m and an occupancy rate of 91 per cent in a continued strong market. Revenue increased by 10 per cent and the surplus ratio was 68 per cent.
Period Jan-Jun 2022
- Income increased by 10 per cent and amounts to SEK 1,082 million (987)Property management income increased by 13 per cent and amounted to SEK 584 million (519)
- Unrealized changes in property values amounted to SEK 638 million (675) and on derivatives to SEK 115 million (14)
- Profit after tax was SEK 1,064 million (957)
- Earnings per share was SEK 7.52 (7.07)
Second quarter 2022
- Income increased by 8 per cent and amounts to SEK 543 million (504)
- Property management income increased by 8 per cent and amounted to SEK 313 million (288)
- Unrealized changes in property values amounted to 106 million (257) and on derivatives to SEK 27 million (5)
- Profit after tax was SEK 356 million (435)
- Earnings per share was SEK 2.52 (3.22)
– I believe very strongly in our cities and the opportunities that come with large planned investments, strong willingness to move in and attractive growth targets. In our clear position as a market-leading property company in our cities and with our strong local teams, we have both the knowledge and the ability to continue to create value for our employees, our tenants and our shareholders, says Knut Rost, CEO.
Presentation of the report
Today at 10.00 am, CEO Knut Rost and CFO Rolf Larsson will present the report via a webcasted conference call. The presentation will be held in English.
More information about the conference can be found at: https://investors.dios.se/English
This disclosure contains information that Diös Fastigheter AB (publ) is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation (EU nr 596/2014) and the Swedish Securities Markets Act (2007:528). The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out above, at 07:00 CEST on 7 July 2022.
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NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson ("Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson") (NASDAQ: ERIC) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between April 27, 2017 and February 25, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, 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 Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Ericsson overstated the extent to which it had reformed its business practices to eliminate the use of bribes to secure business in foreign countries; (ii) Ericsson had paid bribes to the terrorist group the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria to gain access to certain transport routes in Iraq; (iii) accordingly, the Company's revenues derived from its operations in Iraq were, in at least substantial part, derived from unlawful conduct and thus unsustainable; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: May 2, 2022
Aggrieved Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson investors only have until May 2, 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.
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DALLAS, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas-based intellectual property and business litigation law firm Caldwell Cassady & Curry has been retained as lead trial counsel by Texas-based VidStream, LLC, in the company's long-running patent lawsuit against Twitter, Inc.
Caldwell Cassady & Curry is one of the most successful patent law firms in the world, with more than $2 billion in favorable client verdicts and settlements since the firm's launch in 2013. In addition, the firm has prevailed in high-stakes cases against notable companies such as Apple Inc., SAS Institute, DePuy Synthes, and others.
"We are honored to represent VidStream," says Brad Caldwell, a name principal at Caldwell Cassady & Curry. "They deserve justice."
The lawsuit was updated in 2021 to detail how Twitter became aware of VidStream's patented technology as far back as 2013 when Twitter engaged in business discussions with YouToo Technologies — the original owners of the patents.
According to VidStream, Twitter was provided access to a digital "sandbox" so that it could evaluate YouToo's technology. Additionally, VidStream's complaint implicates many of Twitter's top executives in the misappropriation of YouToo's patented technology, including:
- Dick Costolo, Twitter's former CEO;
- Fred Graver, Twitter's former Global Head of Twitter TV;
- Adam Bain, Twitter's former COO;
- Anthony Noto; Twitter's former CFO and COO; and
- Mike Rusignola, Twitter's former Product Innovation Lead
VidStream's retention of Caldwell Cassady & Curry comes after the company scored two critical legal victories against Twitter. The case has been on hold for several years. Twitter unsuccessfully challenged the VidStream patents' validity through inter partes review petitions filed at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board, which ruled against Twitter and in favor of VidStream for numerous patent claims.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit rejected Twitter's appeals and affirmed the Board's findings in 2020. In another blow to Twitter, the district court judge recently denied Twitter's bid to invalidate the claims as ineligible.
"Twitter has lost two significant defenses, and this case has been pending since 2016," says Caldwell Cassady & Curry name principal Austin Curry. "The amount Twitter owes purely from unpaid royalties is beyond $600 million at this point."
The case is VidStream LLC v. Twitter Inc., Case No. 3:16-cv-764, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, Dallas Division.
Caldwell Cassady & Curry represents companies and individuals in high-stakes civil litigation, including patent infringement cases, trade secrets claims, fiduciary duty cases, class actions, and disputes involving company founders. The firm has tried and won some of the nation's top verdicts against the largest companies in the world. Learn more about the firm at www.caldwellcc.com.
For more information, contact Bruce Vincent at 214-763-6226 or bruce.vincent@muselegalpr.com.
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CHICAGO, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The AI Xecutive Council (AIXC) is an invitation-only, global community for executive business leaders, academicians, researchers and policy makers in the growing Data Science and AI space. The launch was marked with a virtual leadership roundtable for the first cohort of AIXC members.
AIXC will enable collaboration among leaders who are passionate about advancing real-world analytics, facilitating cross-industry learning and infusing academic insights to unlock tangible value for businesses. The AI Xecutive Council members aim to drive AI innovation and build AI for the future in an ethical and sustainable framework.
Council Members will get an opportunity to network with peers in the data science and analytics industry, receive assistance while creating thought leadership, be part of exclusive programs via webinars and meet-ups, and be privy to next-gen AI discussions and innovations on the community platform.
Here is what some of the Founding Cohort Council Members shared on the occasion of the launch:
"Looking forward to the future role of the AI Xecutive Council as a learning and sharing space for the industry's best minds. Hope to participate in interesting insights on how AI is shaping and becoming an integral part of the future of work and decision-making." — Ujjwal Sehgal, Global Head of People Analytics, Mars Inc.
"I hope the Council members dream big and help advance the AI agenda in areas that will benefit our customers around the world." - Gustavo Mendonça, Director, Global Head of RGM Digital Solutions, The Kraft Heinz Company
"The Council is a great endeavour in bringing together like-minded professionals from different organizations and areas of expertise. I look forward to ideating, discussing, and deliberating with fellow council members on issues related to AI and data analytics." - Ling Zhang, VP of Data Science, Cadent.
Sayandeb Banerjee, Co-Founder & CEO of TheMathCompany and AIXC Member, said, "I am very excited to be part of the AI Xecutive Council, a platform that will enable conversations amongst leaders in the data and analytics industry. As more business problems are solved, our shared vision for the growth of the data and analytics industry is realized. As a fellow Council Member, I am looking forward to interacting with influential leaders and fellow decision makers."
AIXC's mission is to be the platform where leaders in business, research, academia and policy can collaborate, drive impactful conversations and create solutions to lay the groundwork for sustainable and ethical AI adoption in global scenarios.
About AIXC:
The AI Xecutive Council is an exclusive, no-cost, invite-only global community where industry leaders and researchers exchange ideas and have conversations around real-world analytics to get the most value out of AI. This is a leadership community with access to a stellar network. The founding cohort of Council Members includes senior leaders from Fortune 500 companies such as Mars, Keurig Dr Pepper, Smartsheet, IPG, Kraft Heinz and TAG - The Aspen Group. For more information about AI Xecutive Council, please visit www.aixc.io.
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BEIJING, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 5th Forum on China-Africa Media Cooperation (the "Forum") opened on August 25 in Beijing, China, combining online and offline events and sessions. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Senegal President Macky Sall, who is the African Co-Chair of FOCAC, sent congratulatory letters to the Forum.
Huang Kunming, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee, read the letters from the presidents and gave a keynote speech.
Huang noted that the letters fully reflected the great importance of China-Africa cooperation from the leaders, as well as their high expectations for further deepening media cooperation and a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between China and Africa.
Since the Forum was founded 10 years ago, it provided an important platform for Chinese and African media to facilitate dialogue and cooperation and played a significant role in deepening China-Africa friendship and strengthened the bonds among people.
The media on both sides have been upholding the spirit of friendly cooperation and working continuously to safeguard fairness and justice, telling stories about China-Africa cooperation in the new era and shouldering responsibilities to advance global development, promote common values of mankind and actively create an international public opinion atmosphere of cohesive development and cooperation.
Chinese and African media will also promote innovation convergence and deepen cooperation in areas of digital technology and digital economy to strengthen exchanges, share opportunities and improve digital governance capabilities.
The opening ceremony was hosted by Xu Lin, vice minister of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of the National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA), China. Gregoire Ndjaka, CEO of the African Union of Broadcasting, Chen Jining, Mayor of Beijing, and Chushi Kasanda, Minister of Information and Media, Zambia, gave opening remarks.
The two-day event also featured an exhibition of "A Decade of Achievements: China-Africa Media Cooperation (2012-2022)."
Themed "New Vision, New Development, and New Cooperation," the Forum held sessions on media development policy, content cooperation and innovation as well as new technology application, and digital convergence.
The Forum published a joint declaration that reviewed the decade of achievements of China-Africa media cooperation. In mapping the prospects and plans for future media development, it proposed five initiatives, including deepening cooperation and communication, supporting global development, telling stories of China-Africa friendship, promoting digital media development, and strengthening youth exchanges.
In addition, the Forum featured events such as the first broadcast exhibition of African programs in China and a short video collection on the topic of "my story of China-Africa friendship." It also published 12 cooperative achievements in terms of program co-broadcasting, documentary creation, program innovation, and new media cooperation.
The forum was co-hosted by the National Radio and Television Administration of China, the People's Government of Beijing Municipality, and the African Union of Broadcasting. More than 240 Chinese and foreign delegates from more than 40 countries and regions attended the forum.
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PRESQUE ISLE, Maine, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Senator Angus King visited Northern Maine Community College on Tuesday to discuss the College's strategy to employ Congressional Direct Spending funds to support the Aroostook County workforce. The meeting took place in NMCC's CNC machining lab, showcasing a program the College developed in 2002 using $850,000 in congressional earmark funds. As of 2022, NMCC's machining program has trained 400 skilled machinists, generating over $20M in value for the Maine economy.
"This lab highlights the impact of past congressional spending," stated NMCC President Timothy Crowley. "When we developed this program 20 years ago, employers in the region couldn't find trained machinists, and we rose to that challenge. Today we face a different set of challenges. I think we're uniquely positioned to make an impact."
Leah Buck, NMCC's assistant dean of continuing education, updated Senator King on the status of the College's mechanized logging operations program, occurring for its 6th year and located this summer northeast of Old Town. A $1,000,000 Congressionally Directed Spending project was recently announced to support the expansion of the mechanized logging program and enhance the training. The funds also create an opportunity for loggers to participate in the College's Commercial Driving Academy.
The funds allow two additional cohorts of students to participate in both the logger training program and the CDL training over the next two years. "There are shortages of skilled and credentialed workers for both logging operators and CDL drivers, impacting Maine's economy and our ability to move materials. We have successful short-term training programs that can quickly help people move into good-paying careers in the in the forest products industry," stated Buck.
President Crowley outlined the roadmap for doubling the capacity of the College's electrical program, expanding from 20 to 40 available spots for students. This expansion was made possible by 2022 congressional funding backed by Senator King. During the discussion, Senator King shared his own insights and anecdotes about the high demand for both electricians and logging professionals in Maine.
The group discussed the College's partnership with Maine Maritime Academy (MMA) to begin a training facility and curriculum to prepare wind technicians to work on offshore wind turbines. The College's joint application with MMA for $2.1M in congressional funds to support this effort – which has been advanced for approval by Senator King's office and could be distributed in 2023 if approved – calls attention to the 156 gigawatts of offshore wind capacity in the Gulf of Maine, recognizing the gulf's wind as one of the best natural resources in the world.
The offshore wind funding would come in the wake of recent federal funding for alternative energy through the Inflation Reduction Act, and build upon advancements in offshore technology developed by the University of Maine's Alfond W2 Ocean Engineering Lab. UMaine's patented Volturnus technology allows offshore wind turbines to float rather than being moored to the ocean floor. This advancement allows wind farms to exist further offshore than previous wind projects and distinguishes Maine strategically from other states advancing offshore wind projects.
At the conclusion of the meeting Senator King took questions from the group and gave a brief interview to a WAGM news reporter on the scene. "I've missed Aroostook County because of the pandemic," Senator King said. "Being here at the community college is a big deal because they're right in the middle of workforce training, which is one of our huge needs in Maine, and they're doing a great job."
To learn more NMCC's 30+ programs or any of the continuing education opportunities at the College, please visit nmcc.edu or call admissions at (207) 768-2785.
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The film highlights Gabby's struggle with aphasia after being shot in 2011. In 2017, Gabby co-founded Friends of Aphasia to help the two million other Americans living with the communication disorder.
TUCSON, Ariz., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 8, 2011, a gunshot to the head almost permanently silenced former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. But Gabby refused to back down from her mission of public service. Working with speech-language pathologist Fabi Hirsch, PhD, over the past decade, the former congresswoman has regained her ability to speak and today uses her voice to advocate for gun safety and for the two million Americans living with aphasia.
This tremendous recovery journey is chronicled in the new documentary "Gabby Giffords Won't Back Down," in theaters this week. From the directors of "RBG" and "Julia," "Gabby Giffords Won't Back Down" tells Gabby's remarkable life story like it's never been seen before.
As the result of the gunshot wound suffered while meeting with constituents in Tucson, Arizona, Gabby struggles with a communication disorder called aphasia, which robs individuals of the ability to speak, understand language, read, and/or write. As Fabi explains in the film, and as Gabby demonstrates, aphasia does not affect intelligence; it affects the ability to effectively communicate.
Although over two million people in the United States are living with aphasia, almost 85% of Americans say they have never heard the word. To combat the lack of awareness and limited speech therapy services for people living with aphasia, in 2017, Gabby and Fabi joined forces to form a nonprofit organization—Friends of Aphasia—dedicated to advocating and providing services for those impacted by aphasia.
As highlighted in the documentary and previously on PBS Newshour, Gabby continues to work tirelessly with Fabi to recover her language and communication skills. From the early days of her recovery in which she was able to say only "what" and "chicken" to delivering a speech viewed by millions at the Democratic National Convention, Gabby personifies courage, perseverance, and her own motto of "moving ahead." She was recently awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award.
For more information or support the work of Friends of Aphasia, please visit https://friendsofaphasia.com/ or email info@friendsofaphasia.com.
PBS Newshour link: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-gabby-giffords-is-using-music-to-rewire-her-brain-after-being-shot
Fabi and Gabby on aphasia: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1161437811277283&id=100044501586809&_rdr
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Heard faces high legal hurdles seeking to reverse Depp win
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AP) — The Johnny Depp-Amber Heard libel trial, which generated intense interest for two months earlier this year as a livestreamed, no-holds-barred soap opera featuring one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, is not fading away quietly.
Earlier this month, Heard’s lawyers filed a 51-page motion asking Judge Penney Azcarate to set aside the jury’s verdict, which gave $10 million to Depp and $2 million to Heard on competing defamation claims.
The motion cites multiple reasons that the verdict is untenable, from the surprising decision to declare both sides victorious to one extent or another, to a bizarre case of mistaken identity with one of the jurors.
Among the issues raised:
WHY $10 MILLION?
Depp sued for $25 million in Fairfax County after Heard wrote a 2018 op-ed piece in The Washington Post about domestic violence in which she referred to herself as “a public figure representing domestic abuse.” The article never mentioned Depp by name, but his lawyers said several passages in the article defamed him by implication by referring to highly publicized abuse allegations she made in 2016 as she filed for divorce.
Heard then filed a $50 million counterclaim, also for defamation. By the time the case went to trial, her counterclaim had been whittled down to a few statements made by one of Depp’s lawyers, who called Heard’s abuse allegations a hoax.
The jury awarded $15 million to Depp and $2 million to Heard on her counterclaim. The $15 million judgment was reduced to $10.35 million because Virginia law caps punitive damages at $350,000.
Heard’s lawyers say in court papers that the $10 million verdict is unsupported by the facts, and seems to demonstrate that jurors failed to focus on the fallout from the 2018 op-ed piece — as they were supposed to do — and instead just looked broadly at the damage Depp’s reputation suffered as a result of the alleged abuse.
Depp’s lawyers, though, say the damages are supported by testimony from his agent and others. They say the precedents cited by Heard’s team to support her arguments “are decades old, and none involves an international A-list celebrity.”
Steve Cochran, a civil lawyer in Virginia who was appointed by a judge as a neutral conciliator in the case to try to minimize pretrial discovery disputes, said he always believed the weakest link in Depp’s case was the damages, given evidence that the actor’s reputation had been ruined in Hollywood well before the publication of the op-ed. Still, he said he’s skeptical that Heard can get the verdict set aside.
Scott Surovell, a lawyer and Democratic state senator who practices law in Fairfax, also said he sees little reason to set aside the damages.
“What the judge looks for ... is that the verdict was adequately supported at trial and wasn’t based on speculation or conjecture. (Depp) makes a lot of money from movies. That doesn’t sound to me like the damages were based on speculation or conjecture, but on evidence,” he said.
“INCONSISTENT AND IRRECONCILABLE”
Heard’s lawyers argue that the verdicts for Depp on one hand and Heard on the other are fundamentally nonsensical.
“The jury’s dueling verdicts are inconsistent and irreconcilable,” her lawyers wrote.
Depp’s lawyers, though, say the verdict form used by jurors allowed them to express with specificity exactly which statements they found defamatory. When you look at the individual statements, they say, the dueling verdicts make sense.
Jeremiah Denton III, a Virginia Beach attorney with experience in defamation cases, said he doesn’t view the verdicts as irreconcilable. If anything, he said, the award most in jeopardy is the $2 million given to Heard, because he said it’s legally dubious that Depp can be held liable for statements made by his attorney.
“I don’t understand why the judge even allowed that issue to go to the jury,” he said.
JUROR #15
One of the more unusual items in the discussion is a case of apparent mistaken identity with one of the jurors. According to court papers, a 77-year-old county resident received a summons for the trial. But the man’s son, who has the same name and lives at the same address, responded to the summons and served in his stead.
Heard’s lawyers say Virginia law is strict about juror identities, and the case of mistaken identity is grounds for a mistrial. They have presented no evidence that the 52-year-old son, identified in court papers only as Juror #15, purposefully or insidiously sought to replace his father, but they argue that possibility should not be discounted.
“The Court cannot assume, as Mr. Depp asks it to, that Juror 15′s apparently improper service was an innocent mistake. It could have been an intentional attempt to serve on the jury of a high-profile case,” Heard’s lawyers wrote.
Paul Bekman, a Baltimore lawyer who has also tried cases in Virginia, said Heard’s team needed to raise any issues about the juror ahead of time.
“Anybody looking at a 52-year-old and a 77-year-old would be able to tell — hopefully — that there’s a difference of 25 years, and they would have the right to inquire about that,” he said. “I believe it is too late to complain about the juror.”
Cochran also said he was skeptical that the confusion could result in a mistrial or the judge setting aside the verdict, but he cautioned that it’s difficult to predict because the issue is so rare.
“I’ve been practicing for 50 years and never seen that issue come up,” he said.
___ Lavoie reported from Richmond.
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Tusa supports National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise's strong growth and online strategy in new position
BOCA RATON, Fla., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading window tinting and automotive accessory franchise, has hired Jack Tusa to support the fast-growing company's global marketing and franchise development efforts as its new social content and e-commerce manager.
In his new role, Tusa is responsible for managing content across Tint World®'s social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. He also provides critical support for Tint World®'s public relations and e-commerce initiatives.
"We're committed to continuing to grow Tint World®, and our online strategy is a key part of that plan," said Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO and president of Tint World®. "With his previous experience in digital marketing and his entrepreneurial spirit, Jack has shown that he has the insight and perspective to drive engagement with our customers and franchisees and build awareness of Tint World® as a leader in the automotive aftermarket franchise industry."
Tusa is a graduate of the University of Mississippi with a bachelor's degree in marketing and corporate relations. His responsibilities as Tint World®'s social content and e-commerce manager include developing and executing online strategies, coordinating the company's online brand messaging, and supporting Tint World®'s marketing and franchise development through social media and digital engagement.
"Tint World®'s success as a premier provider of automotive aftermarket accessories and services speaks for itself," Tusa said. "This team is focused on continuing to build the brand and supporting the hard-working franchisees driving the company's unprecedented growth."
Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance, and repair services, and more. Tint World® is also the leading provider of residential, commercial, and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.
About Tint World®
Founded in 1982, Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America's largest and fastest-growing automotive accessories and window tinting international franchise, specializing in window tinting, protective films, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, car and truck accessories, wheels and tires, detailing and ceramic coating, and installation services.
Tint World® Mobile Services™ include marine, residential, and commercial window tinting films, solar films, decorative films, safety and security films, and protective ceramic coatings. Tint World® has locations in the United States, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with master franchise opportunities available worldwide. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com or www.TintWorldFranchise.com.
Tint World® Contact:
Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO
(800) 767-8468
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Call to Action: Sign Petition to be Shared with Congress and Policy Makers for Greater Access and Equity
NEW YORK , June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As many across the country are commemorating the 50th anniversary of Title IX, a coalition comprised of the Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative, National Women's Law Center, and the Women's Sports Foundation are launching a national campaign to engage, galvanize and call to action. 'Demand IX' seeks to educate and empower people with tools to demand more robust Title IX protection and enforcement. From a website of downloadable resources to a national petition to sign, this new initiative provides ample opportunity for public participation and action to spur greater protection and enforcement of the landmark law.
Since its passage, Title IX has positively impacted the lives of millions of people, providing a pathway to achieving gender equity in education. However, though it opened doors for many, there are still systemic barriers for many underrepresented populations. Awareness, education, compliance, and enforcement are essential for the law to live up to its promise fully.
"Title IX is one of the most important pieces of legislation of the twentieth century," said sports icon and social justice pioneer Billie Jean King. "It is a law that speaks to the importance of gender equity in this country and stands as a benchmark of global significance. Demand IX is working to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Title IX and to support efforts to protect and enforce this groundbreaking law."
One of the campaign's goals is to garner one million petition signatures to create a powerful, collective voice to take to Congress and other policymakers to demand more robust Title IX protection and enforcement. Over 70 campaign partners have already signed on, including: Athleta, Athletes for Impact, Ford Foundation, Human Rights Campaign, National Alliance to End Sexual Violence, the National Women's Soccer League, United Nations Foundation, Victim Rights Center, and many others.
"While Title IX opened up doors for many, there are still systemic barriers to education, especially for girls and women of color, LGBTQI+ students, individuals from rural or low-income communities, and people with disabilities," said Fatima Goss Graves, President and CEO of the National Women's Law Center. "Demand IX seeks to educate, inspire, and empower millions of people with the tools they need to fight to secure Title IX's promise for gender equity and fairness for everyone in schools."
Today's launch is a 'National Student Day of Action' to empower young people to demand that their schools be more Title IX compliant and actively ensure equity and fairness for all students, regardless of gender. Via the campaign website, students can download interactive social media tools to advocate for stronger protections and push leaders to live up to the promise of Title IX.
"Students are the future of this legislation – they are the backbone and champions needed to ensure that equitable access to sports and educational opportunities prevail," said Danette Leighton, CEO of the Women's Sports Foundation. "We all have a responsibility to use our voice to ensure we build a more fair and just society for generations of girls and women."
To learn more about the campaign and access resources, go to www.DemandIX.org. You can also watch the campaign video here.
Contact: Maria Patrick, mpatrick@nwlc.org
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NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Business School's W. Edwards Deming Center for Quality, Productivity, and Competitiveness announced Tim Steiner, CEO and co-founder of Ocado Group, and Kathy Warden, chair, CEO and president of Northrop Grumman, will receive its 2022 Deming Cup for Operational Excellence Award at a ceremony in Columbia University's Low Library Rotunda on October 25.
Since 2010, the Deming Cup has recognized leaders for operational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within their organizations. The 2022 award honors Steiner and Warden for driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across their organizations and positioning their companies for growth and long-term success.
The co-chairs for the award's 41-member judging committee, comprising of eminent figures in industry and academia, are Terry Lundgren, founder of TJL Advisors, retired executive chairman, former president and CEO of Macy's, Inc., and 2012 Deming Cup recipient, and Sam Palmisano, former chairman, president and CEO of IBM and recipient of the 2010 Deming Cup.
In his congratulations to Steiner and Warden, Professor Nelson Fraiman, director of the Deming Center, applauded them for "exemplifying the Deming principles in leading breakthrough solutions within their industries." By honoring Steiner and Warden, "we not only salute the spirit of W. Edwards Deming, but we also celebrate his legacy as we pass it on to our students, the next generation of industry leaders."
Steiner's founding goal for Ocado Group was to change how people shop for groceries by developing an unrivaled online customer proposition through a model that would drive hyper-efficiency and profitability. To achieve this, he drove the business to create unique and cutting-edge technology, solving some of the most complex challenges facing grocery retailers in the age of e-commerce and pioneering new approaches to logistics in a sector that had been resistant to change for decades.
Nothing embodies Steiner's approach to inspiring and leading people more than the quote from W. Edwards Deming; "it's not enough to do your best; you must know what to do, and then do your best."
On receiving news of the award, Tim Steiner said: "I am delighted to receive the Deming Cup. This award is an acknowledgment of the extraordinary journey Ocado Group has been on and the innovative spirit embodied every day by colleagues across our business." He added, "when we founded Ocado two decades ago, we were a small and determined start-up in an industry that was heavily resistant to change. Today we are a global leader in technology and logistics, partnered with some of the biggest retailers in the world's largest grocery markets. I'm honored that our commitment to quality and bringing new solutions to old challenges have been recognized by the Deming Center."
Warden has always been passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Even before she became Northrop Grumman's chair, CEO and president in 2019, Warden launched "Operational Excellence" as a company-wide call to action on new methodologies to enable continuous improvement in quality at all levels. With these processes in place, Warden motivates employees to deliver mission-critical solutions that advance human discovery, like the James Webb Space Telescope, designed and produced by Northrop Grumman, and ones that protect national security, like the B-21 aircraft. Warden exemplifies what it means to be a leader and role model through four fundamental company values she introduced in 2021: "we do the right thing, we do what we promise, we commit to shared success, we pioneer."
Upon receiving news of the award, Warden thanked the selection committee. "I'm honored to accept the Deming Cup on behalf of the entire Northrop Grumman team. Our culture values people, innovation, and operational excellence. We strive for continuous improvement and challenge the status quo to provide our customers with the advantage necessary to support their highest-value missions. This award is a meaningful recognition of our team's accomplishments and a powerful motivator to keep pushing forward," she said.
Founded in 1993 at Columbia Business School, The W. Edwards Deming Center promotes operational excellence in academia and business by sponsoring applied research and curriculum creation, disseminating best practices, and providing professional development opportunities for practitioners.
Previous winners of the Deming Cup include*: David Abney, chairman and CEO of UPS; Juan Ramón Alaix, CEO of Zoetis; Douglas Baker, chairman and CEO of Ecolab; Mary Barra, chair and CEO of General Motors; David Cote, chairman and CEO of Honeywell; Kenneth Chenault, chairman and CEO of American Express Company; Toby Cosgrove, president and CEO of Cleveland Clinic; Janet DiFiore, chief judge of the State of New York; Michael Dowling, president and CEO of Northwell Health; Ken Frazier, executive chairman of the board and former president and CEO of Merck; Jeffrey Immelt, chairman and CEO of GE; Brent James, chief quality officer of Intermountain Healthcare; H. Fisk Johnson, chairman and CEO of SC Johnson & Son, Inc.; Hubert Joly, executive chairman of Best Buy; Ellen Kullman, chairman and CEO of DuPont; Terry Lundgren, chairman, president and CEO of Macy's, Inc.; Sergio Marchionne, chairman and CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles; Indra Nooyi, chairman and CEO of PepsiCo; Samuel Palmisano, chairman, president and CEO of IBM; Paolo Rocca, chairman and CEO of Tenaris S.A.; Arne Sorenson, president and CEO of Marriott International; Kevin Sowers, president of the Johns Hopkins Health System; Ratan Tata, chairman of Tata Sons; Craig Thompson, president and CEO of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; and Stef Wertheimer, founder of ISCAR, Ltd.
*Titles of awardees are for the year they won the Deming Cup.
Media contact: Keshia Mark, klm74@gsb.columbia.edu
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YANGLING, China, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 29th China Yangling Agricultural High-tech Fair (CAF), with the theme 'Innovation, Cooperation and Food Security', will be held from September 15 to 19 in the Yangling Agricultural Hi-tech Industries Demonstration Zone, the so-called Agri City of China.
This year's CAF, which will cover an exhibition area of 48,000 square meters, will feature Chinese and international agricultural high-tech achievements and advanced applicable technologies in 1,450 booths across three indoor exhibition halls. Ten-plus major events will be held concurrently, including the 2022 SCO Modern Agriculture Development Roundtable and the Seminar on the Past and Future of China-Africa Agricultural Exchange and Cooperation, according to the Organizing Committee.
800 exhibitors from 31 countries and regions and Chinese provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions will participate in this year's Fair. Uzbekistan will be the guest of honor this year.
Since its inception in 1994, the CAF has attracted tens of thousands of enterprises from the agricultural sector, as well as scientific and educational institutions from more than 70 countries and regions, with more than 1 trillion yuan in investments and transactions. It has evolved into a vital platform for demonstration and promotion of China's agricultural hi-tech achievements and an important window for international cooperation and exchange in agricultural science and technology.
In recent years, China has intensified cooperation and exchange with SCO member states. For example, at the 19th meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of State held on June 14, 2019, an initiative taken by China was the establishment of an SCO Demonstration Base for Agricultural Technology Exchange and Training in Shaanxi Province, the goal being to strengthen cooperation with regional countries in the field of modern agriculture.
As the earliest agricultural high-tech industries demonstration zone in China, Yangling is home to a cluster of agricultural colleges and universities including Northwest A&F University, seed R&D companies, and agricultural technology innovation teams. As the host city for the SCO Demonstration Base for Agricultural Technology Exchange and Training, Yangling has promoted exchange and cooperation opportunities among SCO member countries, covering modern agriculture, food production, trade and investment via international agricultural exchanges, training and demonstrations, and has delivered an array of international cooperative parks in agricultural high-techs.
The SCO Demonstration Base for Agricultural Technology Exchange and Training was inaugurated during the 28th CAF in Yangling in 2021, signaling agricultural hi-tech as the new envoy of SCO member states. To support the development of the SCO Demonstration Base and to promote Shaanxi's high-standard opening-up, the 1st SCO Agricultural Expo will be held concurrently during the 29th CAF through a range of multilateral and bilateral international cooperation and exchange events.
Yangling has formed more than 10 SCO platforms for agricultural research exchange and cooperation, held 28 agricultural technology training sessions for SCO member states, and expedited the construction of SCO agricultural hi-tech demonstration parks. Going forward, increasing programs in agricultural exchange, training and demonstration will be delivered.
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Chicago-based drag icon and performer Shea Couleé takes center stage at Chicago Pride in the Park to announce the brand's most inclusive drag fête
NEW YORK, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Smirnoff is inviting all people to Show Up and Show Off for the LGBTQUIA+ community as it serves up its most inclusive drag celebration ever. With the help of drag royalty, Shea Couleé, Smirnoff made the announcement at Chicago Pride in the Park, building on decades of commitment to the LGBTQUIA+ community.
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From pageant queens, butch kings and every unique flavor of drag in-between, the Smirnoff Show Up. Show Off! Competition will include a sick'ning lineup of all genres of talented performers from across the country serving up drag realness during a series of brunch-themed events as we search for our next Pride talent. The most showstopping will claim a spot to perform at our finale extravaganza. Taking place now through October, the Smirnoff Show Up. Show Off! Competition will be decided on by the people, for the people– as part of a national fan vote hosted on the Smirnoff Instagram channel.*
Shea Couleé (aka the "Shady Coulady") werked Chicago's Grant Park annual event to kick off the inclusive fun. To keep the celebration going well beyond the month of June, Smirnoff is inviting a variety of LGBTQUIA+ icons to join the party as guest hosts of the gag-worthy drag battles from coast-to-coast.
"You know what's giving me life right now?! A brand celebrating Pride outside of June," Couleé said. "I'm all about giving every type of drag performer the chance to show up, slay and play so I immediately jumped at the chance to do just that with the help of Smirnoff!"
The celebration will culminate in New York City in the fall where the fiercest top-voted kings, queens and everyone in-between will battle it out for the crown. The one who reigns supreme, if qualified, will be named Mx. Smirnoff No. 21, receive a talent contract valued at approximately $50,000 and be invited to serve as the newest ambassador representing the LGBTQUIA+ community for Smirnoff Pride 2023. At the event, Smirnoff will also unveil a groundbreaking surprise that everyone, no matter who you are or where you're from, will have a chance to take part in, as an added con-drag-ulations to the community.
"Smirnoff has a long history of championing inclusivity for the LGBTQUIA+ community and that support has only grown stronger over the years," says Jay Sethi, Senior Vice President, Ready-to-Drink Category Leader, Diageo. "Show Up, Show Off is a celebration and call to action for people to be their most authentic selves all year round, because 30 days in June just isn't enough and our community needs to be louder and prouder than ever before."
With a longstanding history of supporting love in all forms, Smirnoff has advocated alongside the LGBTQUIA+ community for a better, brighter future and will once again donate to organizations working to uplift and support those most at risk in the community, by donating $250,000 to The Phluid Phoundation.
As a brand that stands "For the People," Smirnoff is proud to offer a delicious variety of options and a rainbow of flavors for adults 21+ across vodka and flavored malt beverages that reflect the full spectrum of individual tastes and the vibrant LGBTQUIA+ community.
Tune into exciting news to come including delicious drink and drag content by visiting Smirnoff.com/en-us/Show-Up-Show-Off and following @Smirnoff on Instagram. And no matter how you decide to Show Up, and Show Off, please remember to drink responsibly.
*(12) performers will be pre-identified, selected and compensated by Smirnoff to participate in the regional Smirnoff Show Up. Show Off events leading up to the final event in New York City on October 11. To vote for performers in events, persons must be 21+ and follow @smirnoff on Instagram. No compensation/consideration or other benefit will be provided in exchange for voting.
About SMIRNOFF
Smirnoff has been giving the people what they want since 1864, serving as a catalyst to revolutionize drinking culture across generations: from inventing the Mule and reimagining the vodka martini to creating a cultural mainstay that defines the flavored malt beverage category with the launch of Smirnoff Ice in 2000.
Because the brand is dedicated to the people and their evolving taste preferences, Smirnoff has an option for everyone along with a dedicated history of adding fun to any occasion while keeping diversity and inclusion at the forefront. Truly showing the power of socializing when everyone (21+) is invited to celebrate.
The Smirnoff portfolio offers a variety of options for adults across vodka and flavored malt beverages. Current offerings include foundations in Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka and Smirnoff Ice, a line of flavors in North America and ready-to-serve flavored malt beverages including Smirnoff Seltzer and Smirnoff Ice Smash. From culturally relevant limited editions to new innovations and zero sugar offerings, Smirnoff has always been known for quality and affordability, and prides itself on giving the people what they want.
About Diageo North America
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.
Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. Follow on Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.
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NEW YORK, May 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shareholder rights law firm Julie & Holleman has launched an investigation into the proposed acquisition of Hemisphere Media Group, Inc. by Gato Investments LP, a portfolio investment of private equity firm Searchlight Capital Partners, L.P. Gato has agreed to buy Hemisphere for $7.00 per share, which is less than half of the company's 52-week high trading price.
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Gato is already Hemisphere's controlling shareholder, owning 72.3% of Hemisphere's voting power. On May 9, 2020, Hemisphere announced that it had entered into an agreement under which Gato would acquire the remaining shares of the company.
Julie & Holleman is investigating potential legal claims available to Hemisphere shareholders regarding the proposed acquisition, including claims relating to Gato's conflicts of interest and the adequacy of the $7.00 per share acquisition price.
If you would like more information about Julie & Holleman's investigation, or about the acquisition in general, please contact W. Scott Holleman by email at scott@julieholleman.com or by telephone at (929) 415-1020. You may also visit the firm's website by clicking here.
Julie & Holleman is a boutique law firm that focuses on shareholder litigation, including derivative actions, mergers and acquisitions cases, securities fraud class actions, and corporate investigations. The firm's attorneys litigate in state and federal courts across the nation. For more information about the firm, please visit www.julieholleman.com. This notice may constitute attorney advertising.
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SAN JOSE, Calif., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumentum Holdings Inc. ("Lumentum") today announced that company management is currently scheduled to participate in the following investor events:
Aside from the J.P. Morgan event, the host firms are not webcasting these events. Institutional investors interested in participating should contact their representative at these firms, or email Lumentum investor relations at investor.relations@lumentum.com.
About Lumentum
Lumentum (NASDAQ: LITE) is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of innovative optical and photonic products enabling optical networking and laser applications worldwide. Lumentum optical components and subsystems are part of virtually every type of telecom, enterprise, and data center network. Lumentum lasers enable advanced manufacturing techniques and diverse applications including next-generation 3D sensing capabilities. Lumentum is headquartered in San Jose, California with R&D, manufacturing, and sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.lumentum.com and follow Lumentum on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
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Team USA honored at White House
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The White House honored more than 600 U.S. Olympic athletes today.
Olympians and Paralympians from the 2020 and 2022 games traveled to D.C. and were welcomed by the President on the south lawn.
Washington News Bureau’s Brendan Cullerton reports, “As the White House has loosened COVID-19 restrictions, President Joe Biden has invited Team U.S.A. to the White House for the first time in his presidency.”
Hundreds of Team U.S.A. athletes were greeted with cheers from fans who attended the in-person celebration. It was a welcoming the team missed out on during the 2020 summer games in Tokyo due to the pandemic.
The 200 medalists were honored by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden.
President Biden congratulated the athletes saying, “We believe in America anything is possible, and you are the explanation of what we mean.”
Elana Meyers Taylor, the most decorated black athlete in the history of the Winter Olympics, spoke on behalf of the athletes. “This team is resilient. We came together and we persevered. And we hope we’ve made this country proud.”
Cullerton spoke with some of the athletes after the ceremony. Watch their comments below.
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SONGDO, South Korea, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pegasus Capital Advisors is pleased to announce the initial commitment of up to $125 million from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and $5 million from Builder's Vison for its Global Fund for Coral Reefs (GFCR) Investment Fund. The Global Fund for Coral Reefs is a blended finance initiative dedicated to catalyzing investment on behalf of critically threatened coral reefs and climate-vulnerable coastal communities.
The Global Fund for Coral Reefs (GFCR) Investment Fund announced new contributions totaling up to $130 million at the recent UN Ocean Conference 2022, during the Sustainable Blue Economy Investment Forum – a high-level event focused on oceans investments, hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Portugal.
The GFCR is the largest UN-supported blended finance initiative dedicated to Sustainable Development Goal 14, Life Below Water, and brings together a target $500 million impact investment fund and a target $125 million grant fund, with the goal of generating environmental and social impacts for coastal ecosystems that house the world's most important coral reefs, and climate-vulnerable coastal communities that depend on those reefs for their livelihoods and food security.
Craig Cogut, Founder & CEO, Pegasus Capital Advisors said, "We are thrilled and grateful for the commitment of the Green Climate Fund as an anchor investor and for Builder's Vision's contribution. The GFCR is an exciting new coalition, and with our many partners we plan to unlock significant private capital to invest in the reef-positive sustainable blue economy, bridging the funding gap for SDG14."
Yannick Glemarec, Executive Director, Green Climate Fund said, "As a junior equity investor in the Global Fund for Coral Reefs (GFCR), the Green Climate Fund (GCF) hopes the GFCR closing will catalyze additional private capital into the GFCR Investment Fund. This innovative Fund will provide critical growth equity to entrepreneurs, catalyzing finance at the scale needed to protect coral reefs and the livelihoods of people in some of the world's most climate vulnerable countries."
Founded by Lukas Walton, Builders Vision is an impact platform offering versatile philanthropic and investment tools to people and organizations committed to building a more humane and healthier planet. Builders Vision will invest USD $5 million in the GFCR Investment Fund, becoming its first private investor.
"How we care for the environment is a reflection of how we care for one another. When it comes to restoring and preserving the world's coral reefs, we have an urgent obligation to intervene and pursue innovations to create a flywheel effect to save these vibrant natural resources. Builders Vision is proud to make this impact investment as part of the United Nations Coral Reef Fund's powerful and growing toolbox. We also hope our investment serves as a catalyst for new advocates and investors to join this critical mission," says Lukas Walton, CEO and Founder of Builders Vision.
The Global Fund for Coral Reefs is a target $625 million blended finance initiative comprised of a $500 million target size Investment Fund and $125 million target size Grant Fund. GFCR is the first commercial-scale private equity impact investment fund targeting SDG14, life below water. The investment fund will pursue a diversified, global portfolio of high-growth opportunities in the wildcaught fisheries, aquaculture, hospitality, and circular economy sectors, with the goal of generating market rate returns while creating positive benefits for coral reef ecosystems and the people who depend on them.
Pegasus Capital Advisors is a leading global private markets impact investment manager. As the first U.S. private equity fund manager accredited by the Green Climate Fund, we are dedicated to fostering sustainable and inclusive growth while providing attractive returns for our investors. Founded in 1996 by Craig Cogut, Pegasus has invested over $2 billion across five private equity funds.
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Wimbledon’s Russia ban prompts tours to cut ranking points
By HOWARD FENDRICH
AP Tennis Writer
PARIS (AP) — The women’s and men’s professional tennis tours say they will not award ranking points for Wimbledon this year because of the All England Club’s ban on players from Russia and Belarus over the invasion of Ukraine. The WTA and ATP announced their decisions two days before the start of the French Open and a little more than a month before play begins at Wimbledon on June 27. The All England Club said in April it would not allow Russians or Belarusians to compete at the Grand Slam grass-court tournament. Russian athletes have been prevented from competing in many sports since the country began attacking Ukraine in February. Belarus has aided Russia in the invasion. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/20/atp-mens-tennis-tour-axes-wimbledon-ranking-points-over-ban/ | 2022-05-20T19:24:03Z |
As the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation works to expand its governance, it announced Thursday that it has added two trustees to its board. Helene Gayle, president of Spelman College, and Ashish Dhawan, founder and CEO of the Convergence Foundation in India, will join the three other outside board members named in January: Strive Masiyiwa, Baroness Nemat (Minouche) Shafik, Thomas J. Tierney. The foundation’s CEO, Mark Suzman, is also a board member. Along with Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates, they will oversee the $70 billion philanthropy, which was recently enlarged when Bill Gates announced he was pumping $20 billion into the fund.
The philanthropy world has been eagerly awaiting news about new board members ever since last year when the foundation announced plans to expand the number of trustees. The first four outside board members were appointed in January.
Melissa Berman, chief executive of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, says she thinks the Gates officials’ decision to bring on two or three new trustees at a time rather than a larger number all at once is good strategy.
“It helps build a better board culture and makes it easier to transition people in,” says Berman.
The new trustees were appointed after some changes among the foundation leaders. Bill Gates’s father, William Gates, was a longtime trustee; he died in 2020. And Warren Buffett, who has donated a significant chunk of his fortune to the Gates fund, resigned from the foundation’s soon after Bill and Melinda French Gates announced their divorce.
Gayle has experience with the foundation, where she oversaw its grant making on HIV, tuberculosis, and reproductive health. She began her career at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, where she spent 20 years focusing primarily on HIV/AIDS prevention and global health.
Before becoming president of Spelman College, Helene Gayle was CEO of the Chicago Community Trust and spent nearly a decade as president and CEO of the international humanitarian organization CARE.
“Gayle is a remarkable leader who knows a lot and is going to be a real asset to the board,” says Berman. “She’ll be able to translate the inner workings of the foundation and bridge the gap between the ‘back of the house’ of the Gates Foundation and the trustees.”
Dhawan’s foundation is focused on accelerating India’s economic growth and development and is chairman of Ashoka University, a leading liberal-arts university in India, and Central Square Foundation, a nonprofit foundation working to improve the quality of education for all children in India.
He is based in New Delhi, where the Gates Foundation has been working in collaboration with the Indian government and other partners since 2003 on health care, sanitation, gender equality, agricultural development, financial empowerment, and other issues.
The addition of Gayle and Dhawan brings the number of trustees to eight people. Whether the board will continue to grow isn’t yet known, but Berman says she and many others in the philanthropy world are eager to see how the board’s size develops in the future.
Says Berman: “I and many others are wondering what the optimal size of the board is going to be.”
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This article was provided to The Associated Press by the Chronicle of Philanthropy. Maria Di Mento is a senior reporter at the Chronicle. Email: maria.dimento@philanthropy.com. Stacy Palmer is the editor of the Chronicle. Email: stacy.palmer@philanthropy.com. The AP and the Chronicle receive support from the Lilly Endowment for coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits. The AP and the Chronicle are solely responsible for all content. For all of AP’s philanthropy coverage, visit https://apnews.com/hub/philanthropy. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/gates-foundation-adds-gayle-dhawan-as-independent-trustees/ | 2022-08-19T22:21:05Z |
These are bacteria like you've never seen before -- likely because, until now, all known bacteria could only be seen using a powerful compound microscope.
A newly discovered bacterium that is large enough to be visible to the naked eye, and resembles the shape and size of an eyelash, has been found in Guadeloupe in the Lesser Antilles, according to a study published Thursday in the journal Science.
Thiomargarita magnifica -- a reference to its exceptional size -- has an average cell length greater than 9,000 micrometers, which is nearly 1 centimeter (0.4 inches) in length. Cells of most bacterial species are around 2 micrometers in length, although larger ones can reach 750 micrometers.
T. magnifica can grow up to 2 centimeters long, according to study coauthor Jean-Marie Volland, a marine biologist and scientist at California's Laboratory for Research in Complex Systems, and an affiliate at the US Department of Energy Joint Genome Institute.
"To understand how gigantic that is for a bacterium, it is the same as if we were to find a human as tall as Mount Everest," he told CNN Wednesday.
More than 625,000 E. coli bacteria could fit on the surface of a single T. magnifica. However, despite its size, the bacterium has a "notably pristine" surface, devoid of the bacteria that live on the surface of plants and living animals, according to the study.
How does it sustain its size?
It was previously thought that bacteria could not grow to a size visible to the naked eye because of how they interact with their environment and produce energy.
But T. magnifica has an extended network of membranes that can produce energy so that it's not relying only on the surface of the bacterium to absorb nutrients through its cell.
Unlike most bacteria, which have genetic material freely floating inside their single cell, a T. magnifica cell has its DNA contained in small sacks that have a membrane, called pepins.
"This was a very interesting discovery that opens a lot of new questions because it is not something that is classically observed in bacteria. It is actually a characteristic of more complex cells, the type of cells that constitute our bodies or animals and plants," Volland said. "We want to understand what are those pepins and what exactly they do, and if they play a role in the evolution of gigantism for these bacteria, for instance."
T. magnifica was first discovered growing as thin white filaments on the surfaces of decaying mangrove leaves in shallow tropical marine mangrove swamps in Guadeloupe, according to the study.
These giant bacteria grow on sediments at the bottom of the sulfurous waters, where they harness the chemical energy of the sulfur and use oxygen from the surrounding water to produce sugars, according to Volland. T. magnifica can also make food from carbon dioxide.
It has been suggested that by being much larger than the average bacterium, a T. magnifica cell could be better at accessing both the oxygen and sulfur in their environment at the same time, according to Volland.
It's also possible that the largeness of T. magnifica cells in comparison with the other microbes in the bacterial population means that they do not need to worry about being eaten by predators.
A microbial 'black box'
Tanja Woyke, a senior scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California, thinks that it's likely that the giant bacteria, or related species, could be found in other mangroves around the world.
"It always strikes me how little we know about the microbial world and how much is out there," she told CNN Wednesday, adding that the microbial world "is still a black box." Woyke, who leads the US Department of Energy Joint Genome Institute's Microbial Genomics Program, is one of the study's senior authors.
"Confirmation bias related to viral size prevented the discovery of giant viruses for more than a century," concluded the study. "The discovery of Ca. T. magnifica suggests that large and more complex bacteria may be hiding in plain sight."
"Only because we haven't seen it yet, doesn't mean that it doesn't exist," Woyke added.
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SAN ANTONIO, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- School Innovation Collaborative (S-I-C), a network of in-district charter schools, saw significant increases in reading achievement and student growth during the 2021-20221 school year. Each of the four network campuses (Bowden Academy, Cameron Elementary, Gates Elementary, and Lamar Elementary) exceeded pre-pandemic academic achievement in reading and more than 80% of all students met their annual growth goals. .
According to TEA accountability data, campuses across Texas experienced 15% and 4% achievement drops in math and reading performance respectively during the pandemic. The S-I-C partnership with SAISD launched in 2019 with the goal of improving academic performance by empowering campus leadership with enhanced autonomy to meet community needs and keep students at the forefront. Three years into the partnership, these campuses have been able to achieve phenomenal results and close COVID learning loss gaps in many areas.
"The work of our teachers and campus leadership has been nothing short of heroic and should be seen as a historical achievement." said Executive Director, Doug Dawson, "Closing COVID learning loss gaps while overcoming unprecedented challenges requires a relentless commitment to our students and great deal of personal sacrifice."
Since the beginning of the pandemic, S-I-C campuses recognized the importance of ensuring all students had access to strong instruction and student support given the impact of being remote for a large part of the 2020-2021 school year. To make this happen, campuses set ambitious goals, implemented new curriculum, revised student supports, and continually monitored student progress. One Master Teacher at Lamar Elementary, Cindy Moneyhon, expressed how COVID required teachers to laser focus on the quality of instruction but also allowed teachers to get back to what they do best - "TEACH!". The result was double digit increases to reading achievement with 81% of students meeting growth goals in reading and math.
"Our students and families have lost so much these past two years. Educators have always worked to be the equalizer in our communities, and it is imperative that we work to repair the loss so that each student is able to fulfill and access all opportunities ahead of them." said Master Teacher, Cindy Moneyhon, "As we closed out the year and had those two final weeks with students and families, the satisfaction in hearing our families express immense gratitude for all our work was so sweet and gratifying."
Entering the partnership, only one of the four campuses achieved the TEA accountability designation of A or B. S-I-C projects that all four campuses will now receive an A or B accountability rating from TEA.
Families and stakeholders interested in learning more about the S-I-C partnership campuses may contact S-I-C at 979-203-0616 or info@schoolcollaborative.org for more information about campus offerings or a guided campus tour.
About School Innovation Collaborative (S-I-C)
Founded in 2019 by district leaders, School Innovation Collaborative is a nonprofit organization that partners with Texas districts to support district leaders in an effort to launch in-district charter networks focused on improving student outcomes.
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LINCOLN, Neb., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With values in transition across equipment and trucking industries throughout Q2 2022, the newest market reports from Sandhills Global take a deeper look at the growing gap between asking and auction values within Sandhills marketplaces. Data for July shows asking values for heavy-duty trucks and semi-trailers at 61% and 62% above auction values, respectively.
"Fleet truck auction values have dropped significantly from April," explains Mitch Helman, sales manager at Sandhills Global. "Despite the massive decrease, auction values remain above historic trends and are 22% higher than last July."
The key metric used in all of Sandhills' market reports is the Sandhills Equipment Value Index (EVI). Buyers and sellers can use the information in the Sandhills EVI to monitor equipment markets and maximize returns on acquisition, liquidation, and related business decisions. The Sandhills EVI data include equipment available in auction and retail markets, as well as model year equipment actively in use. Regional EVI data is available for the United States (and key geographic regions within) and Canada, allowing Sandhills to reflect machine values by location.
The percentage gap between asking and auction values is quantified in Sandhills market reports as EVI spread. During periods of accelerated EVI spread, such as what Sandhills is seeing now, assessing buying and selling strategies is crucial in order to mitigate risk.
Chart Takeaways
Sandhills Market Reports highlight the most significant changes in Sandhills' used heavy-duty truck, construction equipment, and farm machinery markets. Each report includes detailed analysis and charts that help readers visualize the data. The latest reports examine the EVI spread, focusing on the current trends in heavy-duty trucks and medium-duty construction equipment. Currently, data for July shows the EVI spread for heavy-duty trucks has doubled since March 2022, when the gap was just 30%. Regional variabilities are also identified to showcase value trends in different geographic locations.
U.S. Used Heavy-Duty Trucks EVI and Regional Variability
- Auction values for heavy-duty trucks dropped 7.4% month-to-month from June to July; the auction EVI dipped to $37,863.
- The North East region displayed the biggest EVI spread (66%), along with the largest auction value decrease (8.7% M/M), among U.S. regions tracked by Sandhills.
- The South East region displayed the largest inventory increase from June to July, up 2.7% M/M.
U.S. Used Medium-Duty Construction Equipment EVI and Regional Variability
- The EVI spread for medium-duty construction equipment was 33% in July, up from 31% in June.
- The South Central region's 2.5% M/M auction value decrease in July represented the biggest drop among the five regions Sandhills tracks for used medium-duty construction equipment, a category that includes used skid steers, loader backhoes, and mini-excavators.
- The growing EVI spread coincided with consecutive months of used inventory increases. Prior to the recent increases, inventory levels had been in continual decline for two years.
- The largest inventory increase occurred in the West region, and the 16.7% M/M increase in July was considerably higher than gains seen in the other four regions.
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For more information, or to receive detailed analysis from Sandhills Global, contact us at marketreports@sandhills.com.
About Sandhills Global
Sandhills Global is an information processing company headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska. Our products and services gather, process, and distribute information in the form of trade publications, websites, and online services that connect buyers and sellers across the construction, agriculture, forestry, oil and gas, heavy equipment, commercial trucking, and aviation industries. Our integrated, industry-specific approach to hosted technologies and services offers solutions that help businesses large and small operate efficiently and grow securely, cost-effectively, and successfully. Sandhills Global—we are the cloud.
About the Sandhills Equipment Value Index
The Sandhills Equipment Value Index (EVI) is a principal gauge of the estimated market values of used assets—both currently and over time—across the construction, agricultural, and commercial trucking industries represented by Sandhills Global marketplaces, including AuctionTime.com, TractorHouse.com, MachineryTrader.com, TruckPaper.com, and other industry-specific equipment platforms. Powered by FleetEvaluator, Sandhills' proprietary asset valuation tool, Sandhills EVI provides useful insights into the ever-changing supply-and-demand conditions for each industry.
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- Lease area could support up to 1.6 gigawatts of potential offshore wind energy by 2032.
CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy Renewables Wind, LLC, a nonregulated subsidiary of Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), has been named a provisional winner of OCS-A 0546 lease area in the Carolina Long Bay offshore wind auction.
The lease was one of two awarded as part of an Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf renewable energy auction held by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM).
"Securing this lease creates optionality for future offshore wind if the North Carolina Utilities Commission determines it's part of the least cost path to achieve 70% carbon reduction by 2030 and net-zero by 2050," said Stephen De May, Duke Energy's North Carolina president. "As we continue to assess the area and project potential, we look forward to listening and learning from diverse stakeholders and community members in the region to ensure we are being thoughtful about all aspects of the potential project."
The company will file its proposed carbon plan with the North Carolina Utilities Commission on May 16, which includes multiple scenarios for the Commission to consider as it finalizes its carbon plan by the end of 2022. Wind energy is one of a number of carbon-free technologies Duke Energy is evaluating to reduce carbon emissions on its system.
Lease area OCS-A 0546, which is east of Wilmington, could support up to 1.6 gigawatts of potential offshore wind energy, enough to power nearly 375,000 homes.
Subject to regulatory approval, the company could begin site assessment and characterization activities in the OCS-A 0546 lease area in 2023, which would keep the company on target for a potential in-service project in the 2030-2032 time frame.
Over the next year, the team will develop a Site Assessment Plan for BOEM's approval, which outlines a detailed proposal for studying the project area to better understand the wind energy resource and potential impacts. This is just the first of many stages in the approximately 10-year development process. Ultimately, construction could begin once BOEM approves a Construction and Operations Plan and all appropriate federal and state regulatory approvals are obtained.
Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies. Its electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio, and Kentucky. The company employs 28,000 people.
Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business and at least a 50% carbon reduction from electric generation by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The 2050 net-zero goals also include Scope 2 and certain Scope 3 emissions. In addition, the company is investing in major electric grid enhancements and energy storage, and exploring zero-emission power generation technologies such as hydrogen and advanced nuclear.
Duke Energy was named to Fortune's 2022 "World's Most Admired Companies" list and Forbes' "America's Best Employers" list. More information is available at duke-energy.com. The Duke Energy News Center contains news releases, fact sheets, photos, and videos. Duke Energy's illumination features stories about people, innovations, community topics and environmental issues. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook
Media contact: Jennifer Garber
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Innovative, commission-free commercial mortgage broker publishes over 500 current property listings–including off-market properties–exclusive for active GPs at no cost
HOWELL, N.J., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GPARENCY, the nation's premier, commission-free commercial mortgage brokerage, is now providing an unprecedented database of over 500 market and off-market commercial property listings exclusively to active buyers. To help general partners (GPs) find the most relevant deals on the market, all listings are 100% confirmed and regularly updated with the latest info. Each listing includes the property type, address, current price, and the listing broker's contact info to get more details about the listing.
"Creating a one-stop experience like this is revolutionary," said Ira Zlotowitz, founder and CEO of GPARENCY. "You can now access up-to-date, on- and off-market commercial property listings as well as get financing and a commission-free broker all in one place."
"The innovation to fund deals without broker commissions was already a big disruption to the industry, but we knew we wanted to do more," Zlotowitz added. "We've remained steadfast in our passion for providing equitable access for all, and that's why we're obsessed with looking out for the GP. This new listing database is another way we can show it. At no cost, GPs now have the capability to find current listings on commercial properties across the country that they won't find elsewhere."
GPARENCY's new commercial property database isn't the first time the company made headlines for, as they put it, "obsessing over the GP." GPARENCY is a membership-based, full-service commercial mortgage brokerage that provides borrowers with access to over 3,000 lenders nationwide. Whereas most commercial brokers charge commissions based on the size of a property deal, GPARENCY clients pay a membership fee of $5,000 per year and a flat fee of $11,000 to finance and close deals, regardless of their size—a first of its kind.
GPs looking for off-market deals near them can get access to GPARENCY's Beta Listing Database and start shopping from over 500 multifamily, commercial, and industrial property deals.
About GPARENCY
GPARENCY is a premier commercial mortgage brokerage built around a revolutionary membership model – the company only charges flat fees and zero commissions, and clients never pay more than $16,000. Founded on over $100 billion in closing expertise, GPARENCY runs the entire deal, from underwriting to creating the competition to placement, all the way through to closing. To learn more about the GPARENCY revolution and the future of commercial real estate, contact connect@gparency.com.
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WASHINGTON (Nexstar) — For years, lawmakers on Capitol Hill have been worried about how people’s online data is collected, sold and used. Now, some are concerned it could be used to enforce new abortion laws.
Last week an investigation by Vice News found a data company selling information about how many people visited family planning centers, where they came from and where they went after. The company said the data did not identify individuals, but they also decided to stop selling that data.
“I don’t think we have the full grasp of how deep our personal information has been shared,” said Republican Sen. Shelly Moore Capito of West Virginia.
California Democrat Rep. Judy Chu was more direct.
“I ws in awe and disgust,” she said. “In states like Texas, where there are bounty hunters, these women could be hunted down.”
Tech companies are already under scrutiny from lawmakers over how they use customers data to make money. In 2021, the FTC reached a settlement with Flo Health after finding the period tracking app shared sensitive health data of millions of users without their consent.
Still Congress is at a standstill over how to further protect data privacy.
“Data privacy’s a big issue, here. It’s not just in the health area, it’s financial records, it’s all kinds of freedom of speech issues,” Capito said. “The reason we haven’t solved it is because it’s a really, really difficult issue.” | https://cw33.com/news/washington-dc-bureau/lawmakers-tracked-data-concerns-swirl-around-abortion/ | 2022-05-09T23:00:30Z |
WALTHAM, Mass., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX), a biopharmaceutical company founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs, today announced that on April 5, 2022, the compensation committee of the company's board of directors granted five new non-executive employees options to purchase an aggregate of 68,797 shares of the company's common stock, and an aggregate of 33,450 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). Each stock option has an exercise price per share equal to $1.11 per share, which was the closing trading price of the company's common stock on the date of grant. The stock options and RSUs were granted as inducements material to each employee's decision to enter into employment with Ardelyx, in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
Each stock option vests over four years, with 25% of the shares vesting on the first anniversary of the employee's first date of employment, and the remaining 75% of shares vesting monthly thereafter. Each RSU vests over four years, with 25% vesting on the first company designated quarterly RSU vest date following the first anniversary of the employee's first day of employment, and the remaining 75% of shares vesting quarterly thereafter. Each stock option has a 10-year term, and each option and RSU is subject to the terms and conditions of the company's 2016 Employment Commencement Incentive Plan and the award agreement covering the grant.
About Ardelyx, Inc.
Ardelyx was founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. Ardelyx's first approved product, IBSRELA® (tenapanor) is available in the United States. Ardelyx is developing XPHOZAH® (tenapanor), a novel product candidate to control serum phosphorus in adult patients with CKD on dialysis, which has completed three successful Phase 3 trials. Ardelyx is also advancing RDX013, a potassium secretagogue, for the potential treatment of elevated serum potassium, or hyperkalemia, a problem among certain patients with kidney and/or heart disease and has an early-stage program in metabolic acidosis, a serious electrolyte disorder in patients with CKD. Ardelyx has established agreements with Kyowa Kirin in Japan, Fosun Pharma in China and Knight Therapeutics in Canada for the development and commercialization of tenapanor in their respective territories.
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YONGIN, South Korea and AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 30 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GC Biopharma (006280.KS) and Speragen today announced that a joint Externally Led - Patient-Focused Drug Development (EL-PFDD) meeting hosted by SSADH Association and attended by the U.S. FDA and other stakeholders was held to address the patient experience with SSADHD (Succinic Semialdehyde Dehydrogenase Deficiency), a disorder caused by mutations in the ALDH5A1 gene which is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.
The purpose of this meeting is for patients affected by SSADHD, and their families, to provide clear perspectives to researchers, academics, industry partners, and the FDA on living with their condition and what defines a meaningful treatment. In the meeting, a total of 113 participations including patients, families, KOLs, members of FDA, GC Biopharma and Speragen, were gathered from all over the world.
The participants were communicating to the FDA about the impacts of SSADHD on individuals' daily lives, what types of treatment benefits impact patients' lives, and perspectives on how well available therapies are working.
Based on the discussion, the SSADH Association will submit the Voice of the Patient report to the FDA by the end of this year. GC Biopharma and Speragen also plan to develop a clinical outcome assessment for developing ERT (Enzyme Replacement Therapy) for SSADHD to meet the patient's unmet needs.
"The meeting was a major step towards our ultimate goal of providing new treatment options to the patients and their families," said EC Huh, Ph. D., President of GC Biopharma. "We will continue our work to provide rare disease treatments and expand our R&D pipelines."
"We are so very proud of the patients and families for sharing their experiences and impacts from living with SSADHD. It took great vulnerability and courage to be so open about their struggles" said Alice McConnell, CEO of Speragen.
About SSADHD
Succinic semialdehyde dehydrogenase deficiency (SSADHD) is a disorder that can cause a variety of neurological and neuromuscular problems. The signs and symptoms can be extremely variable among affected individuals and may include mild to severe intellectual disability; developmental delay (especially involving speech); hypotonia; sleep disturbances; difficulty coordinating movements (ataxia); and/or seizures. Some affected individuals may also have decreased reflexes (hyporeflexia); nystagmus; hyperactivity; and/or behavioral problems. SSADH deficiency is caused by mutations in the ALDH5A1 gene and is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. Management is generally symptomatic and typically focuses on treating seizures and neurobehavioral issues. Like so many rare diseases, there is no treatment for SSADHD worldwide.
About GC Biopharma
GC Biopharma (formerly known as Green Cross Corporation) is a biopharmaceutical company that delivers life-saving and life-sustaining protein therapeutics and vaccines. Headquartered in Yongin, South Korea, GC Biopharma is one of the leading plasma protein and vaccine product manufacturers globally and has been dedicated to quality healthcare solutions for more than half a century.
About Speragen
Speragen was co-founded by a mother of two children who are affected with SSADHD. Speragen knows first-hand the challenges of navigating a life with a rare disease: from the daily challenges, the diagnostic odyssey, accepting the new reality post-diagnosis, finding a team of knowledgeable clinicians who can provide care, and finally to seeing the chasm between the current state of treatment and the possibility of a first-in-class drug becoming available. Speragen, comes from the Latin word "spera" meaning "hope". It was formed to help solve these issues more rapidly by bridging the gulf from hope to the realization of a therapy.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements, which express the current beliefs and expectations of GC Biopharma's management. Such statements do not represent any guarantee by GC Biopharma or its management of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. GC Biopharma undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement contained in this press release or any other forward-looking statements it may make, except as required by law or stock exchange rule.
GC Biopharma Contacts
:Investor/Media
Seunghyun Baek
seunghyun.baek@gccorp.com
Yelin Jun
yelin@gccorp.com
Sohee Kim
shkim20@gccorp.com
Hansaem Kim
hs.kim@gccorp.com
Speragen Contacts
:Investor/Media
Alice McConnell
alice@speragen.com
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WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hellas is continuing to make a huge impact in the drought stricken western part of the United States as Granger High School in West Valley City, Utah has a newly installed multi-purpose athletic field to compete on near Salt Lake City.
Granger High School is part of the Granite School District. The students come from 50 different countries and speak over 30 languages, but they come together to rally around the Lancers and the red, blue and silver. School district officials realized it was time for repairs to the facility to ensure athlete safety. Working closely with Hellas experts helped make this project become a reality.
Hellas crews removed the previous field and installed new FusionH XP2® synthetic turf with RealFill™ infill. The field highlights include the letter "G" for Granger at midfield, plus mascot names and the lancer logo in the end zones. Field markings were added for football, soccer, and lacrosse.
FusionH XP2 is a combination of resilient monofilament fibers of Matrix® with Helix technology and slit-film two-color fibers. FusionH XP2 is designed to withstand heavy foot traffic and provides a safe, playable surface that feels like natural grass.
RealFill infill offers a uniform, predictable playing surface with a consistent GMAX reading throughout the life cycle of the turf. It's dust free SBR cuboidal rubber granules.
Hellas has positioned operational hubs across the United States to serve local markets nation-wide. It has offices in the following areas Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, El Paso, Phoenix, San Diego, Seattle, Wichita, and Miami. Hellas has built NFL fields from coast to coast. The Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers all play on Hellas' Matrix Helix synthetic turf.
About Hellas Construction Inc. – Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Hellas is America's largest sports contractor specializing in the manufacturing, construction and installation of sports surfaces and amenities. The firm owns and operates its own heavy construction equipment staffed by specially trained and certified employee crews. By controlling the supply chain and building facilities with its own forces, Hellas can complete any turf, track, court, or sports lighting project – start to finish – without delay. For more information visit www.hellasconstruction.com.
About Granger High School – GHS is a public high school located in West Valley City, Utah, United States. The teacher to student ratio is 25.64. The mascot is the Granger Lancer. The school is located in Granite School District.
About The Dallas Cowboys – a professional American football team based in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and compete in the National Football League, East division.
About The Houston Texans - a professional American football team based in Houston, Texas and compete in the National Football League South division.
About The Los Angeles Rams - a professional American football team based in the Los Angeles metropolitan area that competes in the National Football League West division.
About The Los Angeles Chargers - a professional American football team that played in San Diego from 1961 till they relocated to Los Angeles after the 2016 season and currently compete in the National Football League West division.
Media Contact: Jeff Power
Hellas Director of Communications
jpower@hellasconstruction.com
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Root Brands has partnered with the International Science Nutrition Society (ISNS) to do third party testing and collaborations with scientists, doctors, researchers, hospitals, and companies, in science and nutrition. Focusing on education and research in the areas of the environment, health, wellness, medicine, nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, nutrition, biotech, phytology, and ecology.
ISNS acquires and shares knowledge while providing emotional, mental, and spiritual expertise through a mind, body, spirit and soul approach platform. ISNS is comprised of world-renowned doctors, healthcare professionals, and research scientists with extensive backgrounds in the science, nutrition, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical industries.
It is important to ISNS's founder, Dr. Christina Rahm, a mother of four, that ISNS offers memberships to any individual interested in science and nutrition. Dr. Rahm states, "Every loving and caring mother and father can be scientist and nutrition experts. They need to be to take care of their family. There is nothing that makes individuals want to gain knowledge more than trying to help others through improved health. ISNS welcomes all individuals dedicated to this endeavor of betterment of self and others."
This community was created on the principle that the science behind nutrition is often demoted to addressing problems without solving the root cause of the issue. ISNS is an evidence-based society where science is integrated into all areas of health and wellness. The members have access to the latest research and case studies in these areas. ISNS also provides opportunities for research and grants with an extensive library of resources on natural ingredients, minerals, vitamins, and plants. The Root Brands has partnered with ISNS for case studies, scientific guidance, research and education. Root's founder, Clayton Thomas states, "I partnered with ISNS to get third-party testing and case studies done on products internationally. Due to ISNS's global reach, they have been able to conduct a great deal of work on products which will be beneficial to consumers all over the world."
ISNS is a membership only community, encompassing medical professionals, students, mothers, academics, healthcare providers, scientists, and researchers worldwide. There are three levels of membership: basic, associate, and professional. To register and to learn: sciencenutritionsociety.com
Socials:
Website - sciencenutritionsociety.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/International-Science-Nutrition-Society/100064003034292/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/sciencenutritionsociety
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- Funding will help 25 community organizations increase their capacity to serve Hoosier families impacted by food insecurity
PLAINFIELD, Ind., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding nearly $100,000 in grants to local food pantries and community organizations to help put food on the table for Hoosier families in need. The grants will support the purchase of canned goods, fresh produce and essential supplies to address food insecurity across the company's Indiana service territory.
"Food is the most basic of needs, and there are organizations throughout the state that provide a lifeline to Hoosiers who may not know where their next meal will come from," said Stan Pinegar, president of Duke Energy Indiana. "They fill a vital role in the communities we serve, and we're committed to supporting their work to help increase food access for those in need."
One such organization is Hoosier Hills Food Bank in Bloomington, Ind. The nonprofit makes food donations available to over 100 area nonprofit organizations, including emergency food pantries, day care centers serving low-income children, youth programs, shelters, residential homes and soup kitchens. Each year, these agencies collectively serve 25,800 people in south-central Indiana.
"No one deserves to be hungry," said Julio Alonso, executive director of Hoosier Hills Food Bank. "Food insecurity persists as a significant problem, and our partner organizations often struggle to meet demand. We are grateful for the financial support of companies like Duke Energy that enable us to expand our capacity to serve those in need in our community."
The following organizations were awarded grants:
- Bread of Life Food Pantry (Decatur County) – $1,500
- Churches in Mission (Morgan County) – $1,000
- Clay County YMCA (Clay County) – $10,000
- Community Harvest Food Bank (Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wells and Whitley counties) – $6,000
- Dinner Before Bedtime (Shelby County) – $5,000
- Fayette County Food Council (Fayette County) – $3,000
- Fishers Youth Assistance Program (Hamilton County) – $2,000
- Food Finders (North-Central Indiana) – $5,000
- Food Finders (Tippecanoe County) – $11,000
- Franklin County High School (Franklin County) – $2,500
- Good Samaritan Food Pantry (Decatur County) – $1,500
- Hamilton Heights Youth Assistance Program (Hamilton County) – $1,500
- Hendricks County Food Pantry Coalition (Hendricks County) – $5,000
- Hoosier Hills Food Bank (Brown, Lawrence, Orange, Owen, Martin and Monroe counties) – $10,000
- Hope Southern Indiana (Floyd County) – $1,000
- Mother Hubbard's Cupboard (Monroe County) – $1,000
- Open Doors of Westfield (Hamilton County) – $1,000
- Princeton Salvation Army (Gibson County) – $5,000
- Riverview Health's Indiana Mothers' Milk Bank (Hamilton County) – $3,000
- Rush County Community Assistance (Rush County) – $2,500
- Salvation Army of Southern Indiana (Floyd County) – $10,000
- Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana (Delaware County) – $2,500
- Terre Haute Catholic Charities Food Bank (Vigo County) – $1,000
- United Way of Knox County (Knox County) – $6,000
- Western Wayne School Corporation (Wayne County) – $1,000
Duke Energy Indiana
Duke Energy Indiana, a subsidiary of Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), provides about 6,300 megawatts of owned electric capacity to approximately 870,000 customers in a 23,000-square-mile service area, making it Indiana's largest electric supplier.
Duke Energy Foundation
The Duke Energy Foundation provides philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation contributes more than $2 million annually in charitable gifts to Indiana and is funded by Duke Energy shareholder dollars. More information about the Foundation and its Powerful Communities program can be found at duke-energy.com/Foundation.
Contact: McKenzie Barbknecht
24-Hour: 800.559.3853
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STAMFORD, Conn., June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ReneSola Ltd ("ReneSola Power" or the "Company") (www.renesolapower.com) (NYSE: SOL), a leading fully integrated solar project developer, today announced that its management team will participate at the Roth 8th Annual London Conference on June 21-23, 2022, in London, UK.
Management will participate in one-on-one and group meetings with institutional investors on Wednesday, June 22 and Thursday, June 23, 2022. For more information about the conference or to request a one-on-one meeting, please contact a Roth sales representative.
About ReneSola Power
ReneSola Power (NYSE: SOL) is a leading global solar project developer and operator. The Company focuses on solar power project development, construction management and project financing services. With local professional teams in more than 10 countries around the world, the business is spread across a number of regions where the solar power project markets are growing rapidly and can sustain that growth due to improved clarity around government policies. The Company's strategy is to pursue high-margin project development opportunities in these profitable and growing markets; specifically, in the U.S. and Europe, where the Company has a market-leading position in several geographies, including Poland, Hungary, Minnesota and New York. For more information, please visit www.renesolapower.com.
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Angels cut OF Justin Upton, still owe $19.5 million
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels have designated Justin Upton for assignment despite owing the slugging outfielder $19.5 million this season. The Angels will still be responsible for Upton’s salary unless he’s claimed by another team, which seems unlikely. The 34-year-old Upton hit .211 with 17 homers, 41 RBIs and a .705 OPS over 89 games last season. Upton is in the final season of a $106 million, five-year deal he signed to stay in Los Angeles a few months after being acquired from Detroit via trade during the 2017 season. A four-time All-Star, Upton was among the game’s promising young stars when he broke into the majors as a 19-year-old with Arizona in 2007. He has 324 career home runs and exactly ,000 RBIs. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/02/angels-cut-of-justin-upton-still-owe-28-million/ | 2022-04-02T22:12:35Z |
ATLANTA, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mammoth Holdings LLC, America's premier express car wash platform, announced its acquisition of one operating express conveyor car wash location in Port St. Lucie, FL, operating as Wash-N-Go.
"Wash-N-Go is an important addition to our South Florida market, and we plan to rapidly accelerate our growth in South Florida with both acquired and ground-up development locations," said Dave Hoffmann, Chairman and CEO of Mammoth Holdings.
"Mammoth made the process easy for me. When I saw that they were looking to expand, I was delighted with the opportunity to partner with a great team of high-integrity people," added Jim Gorant, Wash-N-Go's owner.
Mammoth Holdings is the first car wash platform formed by industry insiders and has 104 operating locations. Mammoth is customer-focused operationally; operator-focused in its approach to acquisitions; and seeks to be the partner-of-choice for car wash operators who desire liquidity, growth capital, and a tax-deferred equity investment opportunity. Mammoth Holdings' multi-brand portfolio includes Coastal Carwash, Shine-N-Go, SUDS, Silverstar, Busy Bee, PureMagic, Marc-1, Ultra, Wash Me Fast, Wiggy Wash, Pals, Finish Line, LuLu's, Ollie's, PitStop, and Swifty, among others.
Mammoth has significant growth capital and is actively seeking acquisitions and development opportunities.
In October 2018, Mammoth partnered with Red Dog Equity LLC, an Atlanta-based private equity firm, which, through its partnership with Tom Pritzker's family business interests (advised by The Pritzker Organization), provides the equity for Mammoth Holdings' corporate development initiatives. Monroe Capital and Morgan Stanley provide Mammoth Holdings' debt financing.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Mammoth Holdings operates 104 conveyor car washes under the Coastal Carwash, Shine-N-Go, SUDS, Silverstar, Busy Bee, PureMagic, Marc-1, Ultra, Wash Me Fast, Wiggy Wash, Pals, Finish Line, LuLu's, Ollie's, PitStop, and Swifty brands in Georgia, Alabama, Kentucky, Illinois, Utah, South Carolina, Mississippi, Louisiana, Indiana, Tennessee, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Florida. Mammoth Holdings was founded by Gary Dennis and Chip Hackett in 2002. To learn more, please visit us online at mammothholdings.com.
Founded in 2004, Wash-N-Go operates two car washes in Florida. To learn more, please visit any Wash-N-Go location or see them online at washngofl.com.
Red Dog Equity LLC is a private equity firm that invests in lower middle-market companies poised for strong growth in partnership with driven, entrepreneurial business leaders ("Red Dogs"). To learn more, please visit reddogequity.com.
The Pritzker Organization is the merchant bank for the business interests of the Tom Pritzker family. Additional information can be found at pritzkerorg.com.
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ATLANTA, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EPM, one of the top mortgage lenders, is very pleased to announce the appointment of Majed Qminacci, a seasoned financial executive, as the Chief Financial Officer.
Qminacci comes to EPM with over fifteen years of experience and brings a wealth of financial knowledge as the company continues its growth. He will play a key role in the company's next stage of development. With his background in finance, capital markets, and technology, Qminacci brings a visionary perspective and leadership to EPM's finance divisions.
Most recently, Qminacci served as Senior Vice President of Mortgage for Ocwen Financial Corporation. Prior to Owen, he held leadership roles at Flagstar Bank and Stearns Lending, as well as Assistant Vice President, Corporate FP&A with Nationstar Mortgage. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and a Master of Applied Economics from Southern Methodist University.
"The work we put in may not necessarily be something we will see immediate benefits from, but it will strengthen our foundation and help those that follow us," says Eddy Perez, CEO & President. "With Majed Qminacci, we know that we will leave our industry and this organization better. We could not be more thrilled to have Qminacci join the EPM team."
Equity Prime Mortgage (EPM) was founded at the height of the mortgage crisis in 2008 and has grown to become one of the leading mortgage lenders in the U.S. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, EPM is licensed in 50 states and provides an array of lending resources such as Conventional, FHA, VA, 203K, Reverse and USDA loans, and a trusted Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac & Ginnie Mae Seller/Servicer.
For more information about EPM, visit us online at www.epm.net or call toll-free (877) 255-3554. Equity Prime Mortgage is an Equal Housing Lender. NMLS #21116 nmlsconsumeraccess.org
If you would like more information about this topic, please call Blaine McCarty at (678)205-3554, or email reachout@epm.net
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CyberCatch releases Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Ransomware Survey
SAN DIEGO and VANCOUVER, BC, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CyberCatch today announced the publication of its Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Ransomware Survey (SMBRS). The SMBRS involved a blind survey of 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in U.S. and Canada. The SMBRS is the first survey focused exclusively on SMBs to identify the extent of resiliency to ransomware. Ransomware is a critical threat to all organizations, especially to SMBs who may not be able to recover from a ransomware attack.
The survey was conducted independently by Momentive, a leading market insights company and maker of SurveyMonkey. The name of the survey sponsor, CyberCatch, was kept confidential in order to prevent any bias in the survey responses.
Key findings include:
- 30% of SMBs do not have an incident response plan to respond to threats such as a ransomware attack.
- Of those that have a plan, 35% tested the incident response plan over six months ago.
- 34% do not test employees for susceptibility to phishing to prevent ransomware being downloaded or provide access to an attacker inadvertently.
- 75% say they would survive only three to seven days from a ransomware attack.
- 47% say they would survive only three days from a ransomware attack.
"Ransomware is an existential threat to SMBs who are a critical part of the supply chain," said Sai Huda, founder, chairman and CEO, CyberCatch. "Foreign adversaries and criminal gangs will increasingly attack SMBs with ransomware to not only extort ransom payments but also use as the entry point upstream to the eventual target, a large company, critical infrastructure, government agency, healthcare organization or other high value target. The SMBRS is a wakeup call for proper cybersecurity controls. The report reveals seven key cybersecurity controls to thwart ransomware."
To download the SMBRS and to learn about the seven key cybersecurity controls to implement to thwart ransomware, visit our website.
About CyberCatch
CyberCatch is a unique cybersecurity Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company that protects small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) from cyberattacks by focusing on the root cause why SMBs fall victim: security holes. It provides an innovative cloud-based SaaS platform coupled with deep subject matter expertise to help SMBs implement just the right type and amount of cybersecurity controls. The platform then performs automated testing of controls from three dimensions: outside-in, inside-out and social engineering. It generates the Cyber Breach Score to continuously measure cyber risk, and finds security holes and guides the SMB to fix them promptly, so attackers can't exploit any missing or broken controls to break in and steal data or infect ransomware. CyberCatch's continuous value proposition: Test. Fix. Secure. Learn more at: https://www.cybercatch.com
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KCD PR CyberCatch@kcdpr.com
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DUBAI, UAE, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- XT.com, a fast-growing crypto exchange based in Dubai, is delighted to welcome the Cryptostone (CPS) token to its comprehensive trading platform. Furthermore, CPS will be listed with CPS/USDT and CPS/BTC trading pairs under the Main Zone (Web 3.0).
CPS holders can start depositing their tokens on XT.com on June 29, 2022, at 11:00 (UTC). Meanwhile, trading will open on June 30, 2022, at 11:00 (UTC) and withdrawal will then be available on July 3, 2022, at 11:00 (UTC).
Built on the Binance Smart Chain network, CPS is the fundamental currency of the Cryptostone ecosystem. The token will be used as the medium of exchange between users in a decentralized manner. That being said, CPS aims to provide a highly secure and convenient means of settlement for users within and outside the ecosystem.
To explain briefly, Cryptostone is a disruptive, fully anonymous, and KYC-free blockchain financial ecosystem. It offers a variety of services such as a Cryptocurrency Payment Gateway, a Centralized Cryptocurrency Exchange, an ICO Launchpad, a Public Blockchain Network, a Decentralized Cryptocurrency Exchange, a Decentralized Worldwide Stock Market, and more.
Following this new listing, Mo Mukarram, the Head of Marketing at XT.com, stated, "We are delighted to announce the listing of Cryptostone (CPS) token on XT.com. More and more tokens are in the pipeline to be listed on our platform. Our data driven methodology amplifies the science behind trading on XT.com. We urge everyone to take full advantage of this listing and start trading CPS token with XT."
Overall, the XT.com team continues to remind enthusiasts to avoid missing out on this new chance to build their trading portfolio. With a new token on the exchange, the opportunities to grow are endless.
About Cryptostone (CPS)
CPS is a BEP-20 token that serves as the native cryptocurrency of the Cryptostone ecosystem. Aside from acting as the main method of exchange, it also offers economic incentives to users who contribute and participate in the ecosystem on the CPS platform.
About XT.com
Established in 2018, XT.com is the world's first social infused digital assets trading platform, headquartered in Dubai. It has multiple operation centers across the globe including Singapore and Seoul. With 3+ million registered users, over 300,000+ monthly active users, and 30+ million users in the ecosystem, XT.com strives to cater to its large user base by providing a safe and easy trading experience. The platform currently supports 500+ high-quality currencies and 800+ trading pairs which are accessible to the entire global crypto market.
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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "This is a new product that would be used to secure any extension ladder to a pole, tree, wall, or roof surface for stability of the ladder" said the inventor from Norco, CA "The idea for this invention for TRE HUGGER came to me a summer that I was trimming trees. "
This innovative invention provides an easy way of securing the upper portion of any ladder to a surface such as a pole or roof. Would also offer an attachment and hold to a number of different materials. This would allow a worker to perform tasks at different heights without concern over shifting of the upper end of a ladder from the object. Would be useful to contractors, building construction workers, roofers, tree trimmers, drywall installation personnel, home improvement specialists, maintenance workers, handymen, homeowners, or do-it-yourself enthusiasts.
The original design was submitted to the Orange County, CA sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-RSJ-124, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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City, veterans coalition begin new project for residents to honor veteran loved ones
City officials and members of the West Tennessee Veterans Coalition (WTVC) met last week to present a new project honoring local veterans of the “past, present and future.”
The project, titled “Our Faces of Freedom,” is a partnership between the City and WTVC that allows local residents to purchase banners to display their veteran or active-duty loved ones on, to be displayed in eight city parks.
“Our Faces of Freedom project recognizes and honors local veterans, and those who gave their lives in the service of the United States Armed Forces,” Jackson Mayor Scott Conger said. “It also honors currently serving forces.
“The project will provide the opportunity for the community to express their collective gratefulness to those who have served and are serving today, here at home and around the world, and those gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.”
Members of the WTVC, including Chair Jackie Utley, stood with Conger as they presented the first banner, showing Utley’s father, Tech 5 Jacob Prentyce Utley Jr, who served in World War Two.
“We are very excited to partner with the city of Jackson for this project,” she said, gesturing to the banner. “We’re really looking forward to community support. We are encouraging family members, corporations and businesses to support this and sponsor a banner.”
The banners, which are 18 inches by 48 inches, will be placed on utility poles in North Park, Campbell Memorial Park, Shirlene Mercer Park, Muse Park, Conger Park, Malesus Park and Forest Hill Park.
“People will be able to access them wherever they love to walk, and we hope people will take advantage of them and stroll through the parks and look at these wonderful images,” Utley added.
The project has been underway for months between the WTVC and the City, and Conger was excited to share the project with the community.
“The only reason we’re here today is because the veterans who fought for our freedoms,” he said. “We take it for granted every day, so it’s important to honor our veterans locally and across our country to make sure that they know that we appreciate them for the sacrifices and services they’ve made.”
Larry Newsom, a veteran with the WTVC who served in Vietnam in 1970 through 1971 as a medevac pilot in the U.S. Army, was equally as excited.
“I think it’s wonderful,” he said. “It’s a small thing we can do to memorialize the people who have made such sacrifices for our country.”
Newsome will have a banner for his father, who was a cavalryman at Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, and served in World War II.
“I think if you’ve been looking for a way to pay tribute to a loved one who has served their country, I think this is the great way,” he said. “It’s a two-year event, so there will be plenty of opportunity for the people to share in this memorial opportunity.”
Members of the community interested in honoring their veteran loved one—or active duty family member—are invited to email wtnvetscoalition@gmail.com for the order form, or find a hardcopy at City Hall or any veteran’s organization across the city. A google form is also available at the WTVC Coalitions Facebook page.
If a resident needs a hardcopy of an image scanned, they are welcomed to go to the Jackson Armory on Highway 70.
Banners are $150 each, and will be displayed in the parks for two years, after which they will be gifted to the sponsors of the banner.
They will be installed by November 1, 2022, and be taken down on November 1, 2024.
Have a story to tell? Reach Angele Latham by email at alatham@gannett.com, by phone at 731-343-5212, or follow her on Twitter at @angele_latham. | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/news/2022/04/20/city-veterans-coalition-begin-new-project-residents-honor-veteran-loved-ones/7324103001/ | 2022-04-20T04:29:40Z |
(The Hill) – The Department of Defense (DOD) failed to retain text messages from a number of its top officials relating to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot because it wiped their phones during the transition, a watchdog group that sued for the records disclosed Tuesday.
American Oversight filed a public records request for the communications of former acting Defense Secretary Chris Miller and former Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy in the days after the attack on the Capitol.
But they were informed during litigation that the records were not preserved.
“DOD and Army conveyed to Plaintiff that when an employee separates from DOD or Army he or she turns in the government-issued phone, and the phone is wiped. For those custodians no longer with the agency, the text messages were not preserved and therefore could not be searched,” the agencies wrote in a March court filing.
The disclosure follows news that numerous officials at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) also had their messages erased during the transition, including former acting Secretary Chad Wolf and his deputy Ken Cuccinelli. Both had their phones reset following the inauguration, losing any texts from Jan. 6 in the process.
The inspector general at DHS also notified Congress last month that text messages from Jan. 5 and Jan. 6 were “erased” as part of a device replacement program.
The Secret Service contends any text messages that might be missing were lost through a software transition.
The effort to obtain Pentagon texts could have shed light on why the National Guard faced delays in getting approval to go to the Capitol as it was under siege.
The suit sought the military leaders’ communications with former President Trump, former Vice President Mike Pence and Trump’s chief of staff Mark Meadows. The request also asked for communications from Kash Patel, Miller’s chief of staff; Paul Ney, the Defense Department general counsel; and James E. McPherson, the Army’s general counsel.
Patel was also subpoenaed by the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
American Oversight sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland to investigate, noting that each official’s phone appears to have been wiped after their records request was filed.
“DOD has apparently deleted messages from top DOD and Army officials responsive to pending FOIA requests that could have shed light on the actions of top Trump administration officials on the day of the failed insurrection,” Heather Sawyer, the groups executive director, wrote in the letter, referring to the Freedom of Information Act.
“American Oversight accordingly urges you to investigate DOD’s actions in allowing the destruction of records potentially relevant to this significant matter of national attention and historical importance.”
Both DOD and the Justice Department declined to comment.
It’s the second time in less than a week that Garland has been called upon to intervene in a Jan. 6-related matter.
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) penned a letter to the attorney general last week asking him to review what he called “the destruction of evidence” at DHS. Durbin also asked Garland to “step in and get to the bottom of what happened to these text messages and hold accountable those who are responsible.” | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/dod-wiped-phones-of-trump-era-leaders-erasing-jan-6-texts/ | 2022-08-02T23:06:19Z |
TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) will host a conference call and simultaneous webcast to share updates on the company's oncology portfolio in conjunction with the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Annual Congress on Monday, September 12, 2022. The webcast is scheduled for 8:00 AM ET (2:00 PM CEST) and may be accessed from the "Investors & Media" page of Regeneron's website at https://investor.regeneron.com/events-and-presentations. To participate via telephone, please register in advance at this link. Upon registration, all telephone participants will receive a confirmation email detailing how to join the conference call, including the dial-in number along with a unique passcode and registrant ID that can be used to access the call. A replay of the webcast will be archived on the Company's website for at least 30 days.
Regeneron (NASDAQ: REGN) is a leading biotechnology company that invents, develops and commercializes life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for nearly 35 years by physician-scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to nine FDA-approved treatments and product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, pain, hematologic conditions, infectious diseases and rare diseases.
Regeneron is accelerating and improving the traditional drug development process through our proprietary VelociSuite® technologies, such as VelocImmune®, which uses unique genetically humanized mice to produce optimized fully human antibodies and bispecific antibodies, and through ambitious research initiatives such as the Regeneron Genetics Center, which is conducting one of the largest genetics sequencing efforts in the world.
For more information, please visit www.Regeneron.com or follow @Regeneron on Twitter.
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HONG KONG, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZOTAC Technology, a global manufacturer of innovation, joins COMPUTEX 2022 with exclusive unveilings at our Virtual Booth for you to discover. From the Metaverse-ready wearable PC and professional mini workstation, to the smallest full-featured system and ultimate graphics cards, our strong line-up of innovative products invites all visitors to reimagine how we create, play and work in the new digital universe.
THE NEW INDUSTRY LEADING WEARABLE PC
The next-generation ZOTAC VR GO 4.0 brings unprecedented freedom of movement and the most reliable connectivity that no wireless VR device can provide. The all-new VR GO 4.0 Backpack PC is now equipped with more advanced technologies, enabling individual developers and 3D designers to visualize and realize all things creative in Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), or Mixed Reality (MR) for VR content development, virtual entertainment, and more technical scenarios. While for everyone else, the addition of more powerful hardware allows for more visual fidelity and immersive VR experiences.
THE THINNEST PROFESSIONAL WORKSTATION
The all-new and most powerful ZBOX Mini PC Workstation, ZBOX QTG7A4500, empowers designers, engineers, data scientists, and creators to get more done than ever within the thinnest possible footprint. This is the first pairing of a ZBOX Mini PC with a professional-grade NVIDIA® RTX™ A4500 GPU powered by the NVIDIA Ampere architecture, featuring the power of real-time ray tracing, simulation, and Artificial Intelligence. The professional-class GPU backed by a multi-core and multi-threaded Intel® Core™ i7 processor has the high performance to tackle memory-intensive workloads and accelerate graphics performance for a smooth multi-tasking and responsive experience.
THE SMALLEST FULL-FLEDGED DESKTOP PC
Uncover endless possibilities with ZBOX PI336 pico. Pre-installed with Windows 11, the 4K capable ZBOX pico features an updated design while it can still comfortably slip into your pocket. With support of simultaneous dual 4K display, expandable storage via micro SDXC, desktop sized expansion ports, and onboard memory and storage, the world's smallest full-fledged computer is capable of powering cloud based applications, tackling light everyday tasks on-site or from a remote location, and driving business possibilities far and wide.
THE ULTIMATE GRAPHICS CARDS FOR GAMERS AND CREATORS
The latest ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX™ 30 Series features powerful performance to offer the best experience on the world's popular games and creative apps. Based on the NVIDIA Ampere architecture, the graphics card line-up is packed with up to fast GDDR6X memory, 2nd generation RT cores for ray tracing, and 3rd generation Tensor cores for new cutting-edge AI features including NVIDIA DLSS, NVIDIA Reflex, NVIDIA Broadcast technologies, and wide GPU acceleration support in a whole host of creative applications.
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AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National Western Life Insurance Company (National Western Life), a wholly owned subsidiary of National Western Life Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NWLI), announced the execution of an annuity reinsurance transaction with Aspida Life Re Ltd. (Aspida Re), a Bermuda based reinsurer rated "A-" (Excellent) by A. M. Best and "A-" by KBRA. The transaction was effective July 1, 2022.
The reinsurance transaction is a strategic move designed to support plans previously announced by National Western Life to grow its business by expanding its distribution footprint and creating new market opportunities. This includes bringing new products to market through exclusive, proprietary distribution channels, as well as banks. "This reinsurance relationship helps us to better strengthen our position in the market as we prepare to launch several new products offering new and innovative solutions for the financial marketplace," stated Chad J. Tope, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer at National Western Life.
National Western Life chose Aspida Re based on Aspida Re's industry leading investment expertise and strong financial strength ratings. The partnership will improve National Western Life's product competitiveness, increase financial flexibility, and provide an opportunity for incremental earnings.
"The reinsurance transaction with Aspida Re allows us to continue our growth strategy in a smart, methodical way," commented Ross R. Moody, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of National Western Life. "Ultimately, this will drive our growth strategy by providing us with the ability to offer more compelling rates in the market." Included in the transaction is reinsurance of an inforce block of National Western Life fixed-indexed annuities of $250 million. National Western Life will continue to administer and service these policies ceded to Aspida Re.
About National Western Life:
National Western Life Group, Inc. is the parent organization of National Western Life Insurance Company, which is the parent organization of Ozark National Life Insurance Company, both stock life insurance companies in aggregate offering a broad portfolio of individual universal life, whole life and term insurance plans, as well as annuity products. At June 30, 2022, the Company maintained consolidated total assets of $13.3 billion, consolidated stockholders' equity of $2.1 billion, and combined life insurance in force of $20.3 billion.
Release Contact: Brian M. Pribyl
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
(512) 836-1010
bpribyl@nwlic.com
www.nationalwesternlife.com
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It’ll take longer for first-class packages to be delivered
(CNN) - It may take the post office a little longer to deliver your small packages.
The United States Postal Service announced Monday it is updating its first-class delivery standards, but the service is not getting faster.
Instead, the USPS will add one to two days on the delivery of nearly a third of its first class small packages.
The postal service says the additional days will allow them to have more time to deliver long distance and to increase the efficiency of their network.
They even say about 4% of customers may see their packages get delivered a day earlier.
The postal service also plans to change its priority mail delivery, but this time it is dropping the additional day it added in 2020.
The slightly faster service will only be for mail delivered over its ground network.
The new changes take effect May 1.
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CAPE VINCENT, N.Y. (AP) — Mary Mara, who appeared on television shows including “Ray Donovan,” “Dexter” and “ER” in an acting career that spanned more than 30 years, has died in what New York authorities said appeared to be a drowning accident.
The New York State Police said Monday a woman identified as Mara, 61, was found shortly after 8 a.m. Sunday in the St. Lawrence River near Cape Vincent, in upstate New York close to the Canadian border.
Police said that an official cause of death is still pending, but that there were no signs of foul play and that it appeared Mara drowned while swimming.
In a statement, her manager, Craig Dorfman, described her as “electric, funny, and a true individual” who was well-loved, as well as a tremendous actress.
Her earliest acting credit goes back to the 1989 movie “The Preppie Murder.” The New York native worked regularly ever since, in a combination of repeat characters in some shows and appearances in others.
She acted in movies including “”Mr. Saturday Night” with Billy Crystal and “Prom Night.” Her last credit was in 2020, in a movie called “Break Even.” | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/mary-mara-tv-actor-for-decades-dies-in-apparent-drowning/ | 2022-06-28T08:21:44Z |
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A study by the European Psychiatric Association and the University of Barcelona found babies exposed to COVID-19 in the womb had a higher risk of neurodevelopmental changes. Essentially, babies born to mothers who had COVID-19 while pregnant have a higher risk of their brains developing differently than babies who were not exposed to COVID in the womb.
The changes studied showed infants born to “infected mothers” had “greater difficulty in controlling head and shoulder movement.” The study said it suggests COVID-19 may have had an effect on motor functions for infants born to COVID-19-infected mothers.
“Not all babies born to mothers infected with COVID show neurodevelopmental differences, but our data shows that their risk is increased in comparison to those not exposed to COVID in the womb,” Project Leader Dr. Rosa Ayesa Arriola said. “We need a bigger study to confirm the exact extent of the difference.”
A summary of the study produced by the European Congress of Psychiatry said the research showed babies born to infected mothers had “greater difficulties in relaxing and adapting their bodies when they are being held,” compared to other infants born to mothers who had not had COVID-19.
The study itself is being conducted at Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital in Santander, Spain.
The data for the study came from the Spanish COGESTCOV-19 project, a study of pregnancy and baby development in mothers who contracted COVID-19. Research is ongoing to study the effects of babies born to mothers who had COVID while pregnant, and will continue for the first 18 to 42 months of the infants’ lives after they were born.
Mothers in the study went through a series of tests both while pregnant and after. Tests included hormonal and biochemical tests like checking cortisol levels and immune responses, as well as salivary tests, movement responses, and psychological surveys, according to the European Psychiatric Association.
Research subjects were also analyzed across multiple infant ages and sexes. The infants were tested after birth to measure the babies’ movements and behaviors.
“We found that certain elements of the NBAS measurement were changed in 6-week-old infants who had been exposed to the SARS-COV-2 virus. Effectively they react slightly differently to being held, or cuddled,” Águeda Castro Quintas, University of Barcelona, Network Centre for Biomedical Research in Mental Health, said. “This is an ongoing project, and we are at an early stage. We found that babies whose mothers had been exposed to COVID did show neurological effects at six weeks, but we don’t know if these effects will result in any longer-term issues, longer-term observation may help us understand this.”
While only 21 mother and infant subjects were tested, the study’s researchers hope to proceed to a larger sample group of 100 mothers and babies next.
“We also need to be aware that this is a comparatively small sample, so we are repeating the work, and we will follow this up over a longer period. We need a bigger sample to determine the role of infection on offspring’s neurodevelopmental alterations and the contribution of other environmental factors,” co-researcher Nerea San Martín González said. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/covid-19-may-affect-babies-brain-development-in-womb-study-says/ | 2022-06-08T17:09:34Z |
Summer not your favorite time of the year? You’re not alone
By Harry Enten, CNN
Yes, the summer begins now. It’s not me saying so. It’s the American people. Survey after survey has found that more Americans believe Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer than any other occasion (e.g., the beginning of baseball season or when pools open).
So as the calendar turns from the rebirth of spring to the sweltering heat of summer in this part of the world, here are five statistics to mark the occasion:
1. Summer is not most people’s favorite time of the year.
This one surprised me a little bit. Most people prefer warmer to cooler weather, and I always remembered summer being free time. Yet just 29% of Americans said summer was their favorite season in a 2020 CBS News poll. Fall (27%) and spring (25%) were right within the margin of error. A previous CBS News poll from 2013 had spring and summer tied at 33% for favorite season.
Polling often doesn’t show any of the meteorological summer months (June, July or August) to be the favorite of Americans. Frequently, it’s May, October or December.
Of course, there are regional variations. Americans in the northern part of the country are far more likely to list summer as their favorite season than those in the South. Southerners are more likely to list spring.
I guess New Englanders don’t like the backdoor cold fronts of the spring, while Southerners dislike the sweltering heat of summer.
2. Seventy-two degrees is usually just right.
One way to deal with the summer heat is to put on the air conditioning. Around 90% of Americans reportedly have AC, which is more than any country except Japan. About 70% have central AC.
A National Opinion Research Center poll last year asked those who had central AC what temperatures they set their thermostats to during the day and at night. During the day, the most popular answer was 72 degrees. During the night, the most popular answer was 72 degrees.
There’s a wide range in the data, with some people going as low as 55 degrees and some going as high as 76 degrees. Indeed, 13% of all of those with central AC said they slept in a temperature of 67 degrees or less during the summer. About 40% to 45% of people indicated that they kept their thermostats above 72 degrees during the day and at night.
What most Americans do agree upon is that having air conditioning is preferable to not having it. A 2019 CBS News poll inquired about whether Americans preferred having the windows open or the windows closed with the AC during a hot summer day. The clear winner was windows closed with the AC on at 65%, compared with 30% who said windows open.
3. Not going on vacation this weekend? Same here.
This Memorial Day weekend about 40 million Americans are expected to travel on a vacation, according to AAA. Most of those people (about 35 million) expect to travel by car. That means that most Americans aren’t taking a trip this weekend.
Most Americans do seem to want to take some vacation this summer, however. A Washington Post-Schar School poll conducted in April and May found that 72% of Americans plan to take a vacation away from their home this summer, although only 40% say they will definitely take one.
The biggest divides in whether someone goes on vacation are, perhaps not surprisingly, age and income. Those under 35 (82%) say they’re far more likely to say they plan on taking a vacation away from home than those who are 65 and older (60%). Those making $100,000 or more are more likely to say they’ll travel (87%) than those making less than $50,000 a year (59%).
If people don’t end up traveling for vacation, it will be because of prices. Gas, flight and hotel and lodging prices were listed as much more important factors in making summer vacation plans than figuring out time off or fear over the coronavirus.
4. Most people just want to take a load off during summer.
If summer is known for taking vacations, then what do we actually want to do on those vacations? Well, it seems that most of us just want to be lazy.
That same Washington Post poll found that 76% of Americans said relaxing was a thing they liked to do on vacation. Next up (and within the margin of error of that result) was eating at restaurants (75%). Going to the beach or pool was in third place at 65%.
No other option hit a majority.
Indeed, it seems Americans don’t want to exert too much energy in the summer months. Other polling indicates that Americans are far less likely to want to do athletic activities such as playing sports or going running than simply enjoying a meal during this summer vacation.
5. Summer vacation ends at a lot of different points.
Just as quickly as summer has begun, I hate to tell you that it will end just as quickly. When I was a kid, Labor Day marked that point. That’s when school, much to my undying hatred, began anew. Polling shows that more people think Labor Day marks the end of summer than the fall equinox.
What’s interesting is that this is sort of a Northern- and Middle Atlantic-centric point of view. A 2019 study by the Pew Research Center found that only 23% of American students go back to school after Labor Day. In New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, over 80% of the studied school districts went back to school after Labor Day.
That year, 2% of students nationwide went back to school by August 2. Nearly half (43%) were back in school by the middle of August. This included the majority of students in the interior South (i.e., Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas).
This might explain why I always felt that back-to-school ads were airing too early in the summer. It turns out that for many kids, summer simply ended earlier.
Of course, we probably don’t need those ads airing in late May, as has happened in past years. We should give the kids a break.
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LONDON, ON, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - VersaBank ("VersaBank" or the "Bank") (TSX: VBNK) (NASDAQ: VBNK) will release its second quarter 2022 financial results and host an earnings conference call on Wednesday, June 1, 2022.
Financial results are expected to be released at approximately 7:00 a.m. (EDT). The conference call is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. (EDT) and is expected to last approximately 60 minutes. The call and webcast will feature a presentation by David Taylor, President & CEO, and other VersaBank executives, on the Bank's second quarter financial results, followed by a question and answer period.
The presentation material referenced during the call will be available on the Bank's website (www.versabank.com), SEDAR (www.sedar.com) and EDGAR (https://www.sec.gov/edgar). The audio conference line will be available at: 416-764-8659 or 1-888-664-6392 (toll free) and the passcode is 31237349.
Webcast Access: For those preferring to listen to the conference call via the Internet, a webcast of Mr. Taylor's presentation will be available at: https://bit.ly/3LNOJi1 or on the Bank's web site.
The archived webcast presentation will be available for 90 days following the live event at https://bit.ly/3LNOJi1 and on the Bank's web site. Replay of the teleconference will be available until July 1, 2022 by calling 416-764-8677 or 1-888-390-0541 (toll free) and the passcode is: 237349#
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VersaBank is a Canadian Schedule I chartered bank with a difference. VersaBank became the world's first fully digital financial institution when it adopted its highly efficient business-to-business model using its proprietary state-of-the-art financial technology to profitably address underserved segments of the Canadian banking market in the pursuit of superior net interest margins while mitigating risk. VersaBank obtains all of its deposits and provides the majority of its loans and leases electronically, with innovative deposit and lending solutions for financial intermediaries that allow them to excel in their core businesses. In addition, leveraging its internally developed IT security software and capabilities, VersaBank established wholly owned, Washington, DC-based subsidiary, DRT Cyber Inc. to pursue significant large-market opportunities in cyber security and develop innovative solutions to address the rapidly growing volume of cyber threats challenging financial institutions, multi-national corporations and government entities on a daily basis.
VersaBank's Common Shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") and Nasdaq under the symbol VBNK. Its Series 1 Preferred Shares trade on the TSX under the symbol VBNK.PR.A.
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The Supreme Court grappled on Tuesday with whether the Biden administration can terminate a Trump-era border policy known as "Remain in Mexico" in a case that will test the White House's ability to set immigration policy.
Some conservatives on the court asked tough questions of the administration and suggested sympathy for lower court opinions that went against President Joe Biden.
Justice Samuel Alito at one point implied that the lower courts were correct to hold that the Trump program could be necessary in order to comply with the immigration law. And Justice Clarence Thomas suggested that the government has limited discretion to parole those who arrive.
But Chief Justice John Roberts expressed sympathy for the government's argument that it wants to end a program that had been put forward by the previous administration. He seemed puzzled as to how to handle the lower court opinions that interpreted immigration law to require the program -- or one like it.
"What are we to do?" he queried.
The court's three liberals, meanwhile, backed the Biden administration and arguing that requiring the program to remain in place would have severe diplomatic consequences. It was unclear by the end of arguments if there were five votes in favor of Biden's position.
Justice Elena Kagan worried about diplomatic concerns if the court required the Biden administration to continue implementing a program so dependent upon the cooperation of Mexico. She said such a decision would put the United States at the "mercy of Mexico" and that it could change its mind at any time to change conditions.
When a lawyer for Texas defending the Trump-era program suggested that diplomatic relations would not be in play, Kagan responded, "What are we supposed to do? Drive truckloads of people into Mexico without negotiating?"
Under the unprecedented program launched in 2019, the Department of Homeland Security sent certain non-Mexican citizens who entered the US back to Mexico -- instead of detaining them or releasing them into the United States -- while their immigration proceedings played out.
Critics call the policy inhumane and say it exposes asylum seekers with credible claims to dangerous and squalid conditions. Migrants subject to the program -- formally known as Migrant Protection Protocols -- have resided in makeshift camps along Mexico's northern border.
Remain in Mexico is separate from the public health authority, known as Title 42, that allows border officials to turn back migrants encountered at the border, therefore barring them from seeking asylum, unlike "remain in Mexico," which still provides migrants that chance. (Title 42 is the subject of separate legal challenges; a federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked ending that authority.)
Tuesday's case and the political fallout over the Biden administration's effort to end Title 42 next month have again put into sharp focus the politically precarious position for the White House and the uphill battles the White House faces in court.
While Biden himself vowed to end the "remain in Mexico" program upon taking office, he has been stymied by federal courts.
The case raises questions not only regarding immigration law, but also a president's control over policy and his diplomatic relationships with neighboring countries.
"An incoming president will not have the authority to implement his own agenda, and millions of asylum seekers will be left vulnerable to exploitation and human trafficking while being denied their due process rights," Loyola Law School professor Sabrina Talukder, who signed a brief in support of the Biden administration, told CNN.
Initially, Biden's Department of Homeland Security issued a memorandum terminating the program last June. But after two states -- Texas and Missouri -- brought a challenge, a district judge vacated the memo and ordered the policy reinstated.
The court said the administration had not adequately explained its decision-making process in its attempt to end the program in violation of the federal Administrative Procedure Act. Going a step further, the court also interpreted immigration law to require the DHS to return certain noncitizens to Mexico when it lacks sufficient funds to detain them on US soil, despite long-standing discretion that allows authorities to decide who to release or detain.
The DHS tried again last fall, issuing a new memo offering a more comprehensive explanation of its decision to terminate the program, but an appeals court ultimately upheld the district court's ruling and refused to even take under consideration the reasoning put forward in the new memo, suggesting that it had come too late.
"The lower courts in this case adopted unprecedented limitations on the ability of federal agencies to change policy and to issue new decisions in response to adverse court rulings," Andrew J. Pincus, a lawyer at Mayer Brown LLP, said in an interview.
"If upheld by the court, they would dramatically restrict agency decision-making across the government," he added.
As of April 17, more than 2,300 migrants have been sent back to Mexico under the "Remain in Mexico" policy since it was renewed late last year, according to the International Organization for Migration.
Interpreting immigration law
The justices focused on different provisions of immigration law. One section reads that the Department of Homeland Security "shall" detain noncitizens pending their immigration proceeding, while another provision provides that the Secretary "may return" certain non citizens.
Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar told the justices Tuesday that the lower courts had relied on erroneous interpretations of federal law to compel DHS to maintain a program that the administration has twice tried to end. She said that the Biden administration had the legal authority to end the program and had determined the benefits are "outweighed by its domestic humanitarian and foreign policy costs."
She said the that the Homeland Security secretary "should be allowed to finally put his policy decision into effect" and that the breadth of the lower court opinions suggested something had gone powerfully "awry."
Prelogar said the law offers the government alternative options for processing applicants, noting that some can be admitted "on parole" and others may be placed in an expedited removal process. She noted that in fiscal year 2021, the DHS processed more than 671,000 migrants under traditional immigration protocols, an average of more than 55,000 a month.
She also argued that the lower court opinion would carry "dramatic foreign-relations implications" because it compels the executive branch to send those from third countries into Mexico -- the territory of a foreign sovereign.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, joined by Missouri Attorney General Eric S. Schmitt, urged the Supreme Court to uphold the lower court opinions. He said the Trump administration had launched the program because "tens of thousands of aliens unlawfully enter the Nation's southern border every month."
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Leading Supplier of Highly Engineered, Complex and Advanced Components and Sub-Systems Business Becomes Sixth Firm to Integrate into Accurus Aerospace Platform
CHARLESTON, S.C. and TULSA, Okla. and BRISBANE, Australia, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Liberty Hall Capital Partners ("Liberty Hall"), a private equity firm focused exclusively on investments in businesses serving the global aerospace and defense industry, announced today the acquisition of Ferra Holdings Limited ("Ferra") by Accurus Aerospace Corporation ("Accurus"), a leading global supplier of highly engineered structural parts, complex assemblies and electromechanical subsystems to the global aerospace industry focused on the highest value and fastest growing commercial, business jet, military aerospace and space platforms. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
"The acquisition of Ferra is highly strategic and transformational for Accurus," said Rowan Taylor, Liberty Hall's founding and Managing Partner. "The combination creates a truly global, more diversified and balanced business with expanded capabilities allowing us to better serve all of our customers – whether commercial aerospace, military aerospace or space customers – across the globe."
Robert Kirkpatrick, President and CEO of Accurus, said: "The acquisition of Ferra expands our complex and advanced manufacturing capabilities, extends our geographic presence and creates greater end market, customer and platform balance. The 'new' Accurus is a highly differentiated aerospace supplier with a global manufacturing footprint and strategic relevance to our customers and serves as a partner of choice for complex and advanced manufacturing work statements."
Brisbane, Australia-based Ferra is a leading global provider of highly engineered, complex and advanced components, sub-systems and assemblies for the military aerospace and commercial aerospace end markets and serves as a strategic supplier to several key industry original equipment manufacturers as well as the Australian Department of Defence. Founded in 1992, Ferra operates four manufacturing facilities located in Australia, the United States and India with approximately 200 employees. Ferra's largest customers are The Boeing Company and Lockheed Martin, and its largest platforms are the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and the Ghost Bat (formerly known as the Loyal Wingman).
Ferra's existing management team, led by Managing Director Aaron Thompson, will remain in their roles following the acquisition. "We are incredibly proud of what we have accomplished over our thirty-year history, and we are excited to partner with Accurus in order to accelerate growth across our core business areas," said Mr. Thompson. "We look forward to leveraging Accurus's resources, relationships and manufacturing excellence to continue to expand sovereign supply chain capability within Australia, better serve our strategic partners, including the Australian Department of Defence, and further penetrate the military aerospace and space end markets," he added.
Lazard served as financial advisor and equity placement agent to Liberty Hall and Accurus. Equity financing was provided by funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. and Northleaf Capital Partners. Legal advice to Liberty Hall and Accurus was provided by Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, MintnerEllison and Schulte Roth & Zabel.
Friday Capital served as financial advisor to Ferra and the seller. Legal advice was provided by Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. and Osborne Clarke.
About Liberty Hall Capital Partners
Liberty Hall Capital Partners is a private equity firm focused exclusively on investments in businesses serving the global aerospace and defense industry. Liberty Hall's principals have a 25-plus year history of working together and have led the investment of over $2.5 billion in equity capital in over 25 businesses serving multiple segments of the aerospace and defense industry. Liberty Hall was founded in July 2011 as the first, and remains the only, private equity firm focused solely on investments in middle market businesses serving the aerospace and defense industry. Liberty Hall executes a proven and repeatable investment strategy designed to transform middle market businesses into larger, more capable and diverse strategic assets. For more information, please visit http://www.libertyhallcapital.com/.
About Accurus Aerospace Corporation
Accurus Aerospace Corporation is a leading global supplier of highly engineered structural parts, complex assemblies and electromechanical subsystems to the global aerospace industry focused on the highest value and fastest growing commercial, business jet, military aerospace and space platforms. Accurus was formed in November 2013 by Liberty Hall Capital Partners and has since completed six acquisitions, including Precise Machining & Manufacturing (2013), McCann Aerospace Machining (2014), LaCroix Industries (2015), J&M Machine (2016), ZTM (2016) and Ferra Holdings. Accurus operates eight manufacturing facilities located in the United States, Australia and India and possesses highly complementary capabilities that allows the company to deliver its products to its customers with optimal cost, quality and delivery. For more information, please visit https://www.accurusaero.com/.
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Dear Editor:
I write this letter with the hope of reaching as many veterans and their family members as possible. New, ground-breaking legislation now allows us to better care for those veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances.
Dear Editor:
I write this letter with the hope of reaching as many veterans and their family members as possible. New, ground-breaking legislation now allows us to better care for those veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances.
The PACT Act is a historic new law that expands Veterans Administration health care and benefits for veterans — and their survivors. It recognizes toxic exposure as a “cost of war” by addressing the full range of issues impacting toxic-exposed veterans. This new law also expands and extends eligibility for VA health care for veterans with toxic exposures and veterans of the Vietnam era, Gulf War era, and post-9/11 era.
The expanded health care eligibility allows new veterans to become eligible for VA care or increases health care benefits for impacted veterans already receiving care.
Veterans will now be eligible for benefits for more than 20 burn pit or toxic-exposure-related conditions. The law solidifies VA’s new process for establishing presumptive service-connected conditions, which puts one goal above all else: getting veterans and their survivors’ timely access to the benefits they have earned and deserve.
I know personally in working with veterans every day how diseases related to these exposures have impacted their lives and that of their families. We are honored and stand ready to meet the needs of these veterans better now and in the future.
We encourage all veterans who believe they may be eligible for VA health care and benefits to visit www.va.gov/PACT or call 1-800-My-VA-411 (800-698-2411) to learn more.
Thank you for your service, and please take the first step in getting the VA health care you have earned and deserve.
Manuel M. Davila
Dublin
Manuel M. Davila is CEO/executive medical center director of the Carl Vinson Carl Vinson Veterans Administration Medical Center in Dublin.
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ORRVILLE, Ohio, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The J.M. Smucker Co. (NYSE: SJM) today announced its Board of Directors approved a $0.99 per share dividend on the common shares of the Company. The dividend will be paid on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Friday, May 13, 2022.
The Company also announced its Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, in a virtual-only meeting format. The meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m., Eastern Time. Shareholders of record at the close of business on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, will be eligible to attend the webcast and vote at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/SJM2022. To attend, shareholders must enter the 16-digit control number found on their proxy card, voting instruction form, or notice of internet availability of proxy materials.
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NEW YORK, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE: TUP).
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Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until August 15, 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, Tupperware Brands Corporation issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Tupperware was facing significant challenges in maintaining its earnings and sales performance; (ii) accordingly, Tupperware's full-year 2022 guidance was unrealistic and/or unsustainable; (iii) all the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to have a material negative impact on Tupperware's financial condition; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
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Casey White, left, the inmate who escaped from an Alabama jail with corrections officer Vicky White, has been indicted for felony murder in connection to her death, according to Lauderdale County Circuit Court documents.
Casey White, the inmate who escaped from an Alabama jail with corrections officer Vicky White, has been indicted for felony murder in connection to her death, according to Lauderdale County Circuit Court documents.
Investigators believe Casey White and corrections official Vicky White, who aren't related, met at the Lauderdale County jail and developed a clandestine romantic relationship before plotting their April getaway, CNN has reported.
The escape kicked off an 11-day manhunt that ended in a high-speed chase and a car crash after officers learned the pair were in Evansville, Indiana.
When authorities reached the car, they found Vicky White had been shot. She died of a single gunshot wound to the head, and the coroner's office ruled the manner of death a suicide.
"The Felony Murder indictment alleges that during the course of and in furtherance of committing Escape in the First Degree, White caused the death of Vicky White, who died from a gunshot to the head," Chris Connolly Lauderdale County District Attorney Chris Connolly said in a news release Tuesday.
Casey White was previously charged with first-degree escape in connection to his jailbreak. He also faces a capital murder charge in connection to the 2015 killing of Connie Ridgeway, the DA noted.
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BEIJING, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --At present, the Shanghai epidemic prevention and control battle is at a critical stage. As an international trading and communicating hub with a wide range of cultures, the pause in this cosmopolis has tugged at the heartstrings of the world.
Meanwhile, people in Shanghai have shown their unique attitude toward this sudden change in their lives. Be they foreign volunteers who joined the comprehensive anti-epidemic action in local communities, or those who tried to follow recommended protocols with optimism, or people who have continued to live their Shanghai-style lives, the city offers examples of resilience and a determination to fight at every turn.
When in Shanghai, do as the Shanghainese do. In the following days, the Global Times will present different stories unfolding during the anti-epidemic battle in Shanghai, to showcase the city's tenderness, optimism, and diversity.
During the current COVID-19 outbreak in Shanghai, some foreigners in Shanghai have joined forces with the city to overcome difficulties and lend a hand to the comprehensive anti-epidemic effort as community volunteers, providing practical help as an international force to Shanghai's "dynamic zero" vow.
As an important window of China, Shanghai has attracted a large number of foreigners with its cosmopolitan atmosphere. According to data provided by the Shanghai government, currently 215,000 foreigners live and work in Shanghai, accounting for 23.7 percent of the country's total, ranking first in terms of foreign populations in the country.
Reporters from the Global Times recently contacted several international volunteers who have offered to help in the fight against the epidemic in Shanghai and listened to their thoughts and stories in the process.
They said that the experience of fighting against the epidemic with the people of Shanghai helped them better understand China and love Shanghai even more. In their opinion, they are a part of the city, and it is their duty to defend "Shanghai."
'My experience gave a distinct feeling of the bond between comrades during the Long March'
Jacob von Bisterfeld from New Zealand sprang to action as a community volunteer in Shanghai's Songjiang district during the city's lockdown.
Now, his typical day begins with ushering residents out of their respective houses to receive a nucleic acid test in his imperfect Putonghua, assisting in testing arrangements, collecting trash from door to door, and delivering supplies with his makeshift airport luggage carriers and a four-wheel push-trolley.
"He is the very energetic who always rushes to the front over many younger volunteers," Lu Yifan, his neighbor, told the Global Times. "Residents affectionately call the aged expat 'Lao Luo,' as he has given himself the Chinese name Luo Jiangqiang."
A video clip of gray-haired Luo bending over to arrange grocery supplies on a rainy day, wearing a thick protective suit and holding an umbrella, has been widely shared and liked online.
Luo, a retired professor from Shanghai Jiaotong University, has been living in China for about three decades and has gotten involved in many voluntary projects while in the education sector.
Omicron-hit Shanghai falling into unprecedented difficulties makes him feel heart-broken.
After Shanghai's lockdown, he was one of the first to sign up as a multilingual volunteer. When receiving his green volunteer vest, Lao Luo felt excited and relieved to finally be able to "give back" to the community, with at least three hours put in every day as a volunteer.
"What motivates foreigners to volunteer in their adopted country to do important but mostly menial tasks that used to be done for them is an inborn sense of responsibility, the knowledge that essential services might collapse and endanger the lives of the larger community. And that the financial capacity of the government during these enormous calamities is not unlimited," Luo told the Global Times. "Volunteering is also a good way of making friends and getting fully integrated into the local scene."
"My experience of working with my comrades gave a distinct feeling of the bond between comrades during the Long March in the 1930s and living in the cave houses of Yan'an. Sometimes, when the rain was pelting down on us on a cold night and we volunteers were filling shopping bags with vegetables I felt as if I was experiencing some of the deprivations of the Long March," said Luo.
"The camaraderie of a group of volunteers shouldering arduous or menial tasks together, and our team of volunteers have cemented a solid bond among each other and I am happy to be accepted as a comrade," said Luo.
Luo believed that time will tell if the "zero-COVID tolerance" course taken by the Chinese government was the best solution.
"The current short-term discomfort for many and suffering for some will ultimately be of great benefit for the people's wellbeing and the economy. And last but not least, of course, the most important benefit for every one of the 25 million Shanghai residents will be an absolute minimum of fatalities and untimely deaths," Luo said.
'Balcony music cheered people up'
The megacity of 25 million residents has been making efforts to combat the virus and people's sentiments have fluctuated depending on the COVID-19 epidemic situation. Hungarian Steven Back, who has been living in Shanghai for about 18 years, also felt the same as his community was put under closed-loop management.
Like many residents living in the city, Back felt surprised in the beginning when the city was put under a citywide "static management." Living in a nice compound with about 5,000 people, Back was quite familiar with some neighbors and became a volunteer two days later after his compound was put under lockdown on April 1.
Holding a loudspeaker, he encourages residents to come down and queue up for tests. Even while having to stand for periods of six to nine hours a day in hot weather wearing a protective suit, he still considers it fun. "It was very natural for me to do it," Back told the Global Times, noting that he wanted to help his neighbors to relax and feel less nervous.
He was also warned by his volunteer peers that some people may have a very bad temper and would not cooperate. "However, I've never had this situation and everybody is very friendly."
Back was also quite proud that his daughter would paint on his "Da Bai" clothes (protective suit) every night with Chinese and Hungarian flags to cheer them up. "It's very showy," he said, believing that it might also be fun for others.
As infections rose, some residents began to believe that taking a nucleic test might increase their chances of getting infected and would refuse to cooperate. Despite this, Back would still try his best to cheer his neighbors up and encourage them to be positive and happy.
Together with about 40 other neighbors, they held a successful balcony concert to help people relax and elevate their moods. When seeing people dancing, singing, and using electric torches to make a light show, Back felt the great comradery alive and well in his community. "Everybody was having a very good time," Back said, noting that all the work they have done has been well worth it.
Through the dynamic zero-COVID policy, "China has been very successful at saving lives and maintaining relatively high productivity compared to other countries," Back said. He also mentioned that in his country, many people chose to receive China-made COVID-19 vaccines as they trusted the products.
Back has made an appointment with his new friends who he had met during his volunteer work to go out for a drink once the restrictions are lifted. "We plan to go out and celebrate!"
'Shanghai has become my second hometown'
At a residential community in Shanghai's Hongqiao Town, Korean resident Park Chang-joo, who created three WeChat groups for some 1,200 Korean neighbors in early 2020 at the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, was busy communicating the latest local anti-epidemic policies, answering questions, and offering helps to Korean residents on WeChat all day amid the current city lockdown.
A Putonghua-speaking entrepreneur who has been running a business in Shanghai for decades, Park now serves as an anti-epidemic volunteer in his community, where more than 30 percent of the residents are Korean. Since residents were asked to self-quarantine at home from April 1, each day, Park receives WeChat messages from 30-50 of his Korean neighbors asking for help.
"How to get a new QR code for a nucleic acid test; how to buy daily necessities at home; what rules to be followed during at-home quarantine; where to get a laptop charging cable... For their questions or requests, I either directly answer or send them to the Chinese community staffers," Park told the Global Times.
The unexpected weeks of quarantine may have worried expatriates in Shanghai, including some Korean residents of Park's community. To help them relax and cheer up, Park shares with them pleasant music or funny videos via WeChat, and more importantly, explains to them Shanghai's anti-epidemic policies and goals in detail.
"I told them that the policies are for all of our safety and health," said Park. He said that some Korean residents in Shanghai have experienced some pressure during the lockdown, but most of them understand and respect the city's efforts in fighting against the virus.
Park is the head of a 60-member Korean volunteer team serving several residential communities. As a bridge linking Korean residents and the Chinese, the team assists community staffers in organizing nucleic acid tests and delivering daily supplies like rice and vegetables to the homes of Korean residents.
"Last week, we helped a Korean food enterprise in Shanghai send free tofu products to all the residents," Park recalled. "It's so glad to see our neighbors, both Korean and Chinese, who later shared the dishes they made with the tofu and expressed their thanks on social media."
Coming to Shanghai with his children in 2002, Park, who has been living in this city with his family for 20 years, does charity work to help people with disability. "Shanghai has become my second hometown," he told the Global Times. "I want to try my best to help the people in need here."
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The Prom Night suite captures songs from the big dance for the classes of 1995 through 2022
OAKLAND, Calif., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pandora unveiled Prom Night, its largest suite of stations to date, all in celebration of the 2022 prom season. From TLC's "Waterfalls" to Harry Styles' "As It Was," Pandora's twenty-eight new stations capture songs from the big dance for the classes of 1995 through 2022.
A time capsule of the hottest hits gracing high school dance floors across the nation, Pandora's Prom Night brings the top tracks of 1995-2022 to all tiers of its streaming service, including its free tier. Each year's station is carefully curated on various yearly charts including Pandora's year-end lists and multiple external lists covering all genres.
The suite of stations journey through twenty-eight years of graduating classes, kicking off with the class of 1995 and Montell Jordan saying "This Is How We Do It" on Prom Night: 1995. *NSYNC and Destiny's Child rule the turn of the century on Prom Night: 2000, and Katy Perry and Usher are crowned prom queen and prom king on Prom Night: 2010. The class of 2021 gets their "drivers license" from Olivia Rodrigo on Prom Night: 2021, before this year's graduating seniors ride "First Class" with Jack Harlow on Prom Night: 2022.
"No matter how long ago you went to your prom, all it takes to bring you right back to that special moment is a song," said Kevin Stapleford, VP of content and programming at Pandora. "Each of these stations was carefully researched by our curators who unearthed the biggest songs of prom season for every year since 1995 to create the ultimate throwback prom celebration for each class. Our suite of prom stations -- the largest number of new stations we've launched in a single day -- will make you feel like you're right back at the big dance."
Pandora's Prom Night suite celebrates the nostalgic memories of high school from the first day of first year until the last exam rings pomp and circumstance bells. A walk down memory lane for graduating classes of today and the past, all twenty-eight stations commemorate seniors' one last dance.
Check out all of the Pandora Prom Night stations HERE (desktop)
Check out all of the Pandora Prom Night stations HERE (mobile)
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NEW YORK , June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Juan Monteverde, founder and managing partner of the class action firm Monteverde & Associates PC (the "M&A Class Action Firm"), a national securities firm rated Top 50 in the 2018-2021 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report and headquartered at the Empire State Building in New York City, is investigating VMware, Inc. (VMW), relating to its proposed acquisition by Broadcom Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, VMW shareholders will receive 0.252 shares of Broadcom or $142.50 in cash per share they own. Click here for more information: http://monteverdelaw.com/case/vmware-inc. It is free and there is no cost or obligation to you.
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We are a national class action securities litigation law firm that has recovered millions of dollars and is committed to protecting shareholders from corporate wrongdoing. We were listed in the Top 50 in the 2018-2021 ISS Securities Class Action Services Report. Our lawyers have significant experience litigating Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Class Actions. Mr. Monteverde is recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in Securities Litigation in 2013, 2017-2019, an award given to less than 2.5% of attorneys in a particular field. He has also been selected by Martindale-Hubbell as a 2017-2021 Top Rated Lawyer. Our firm's recent successes include changing the law in a significant victory that lowered the standard of liability under Section 14(e) of the Exchange Act in the Ninth Circuit. Thereafter, our firm successfully preserved this victory by obtaining dismissal of a writ of certiorari as improvidently granted at the United States Supreme Court. Emulex Corp. v. Varjabedian, 139 S. Ct. 1407 (2019). Also, in 2019 we recovered or secured six cash common funds for shareholders in mergers & acquisitions class action cases.
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AP source: Meadows complies with Justice Dept. subpoena
WASHINGTON (AP) — Mark Meadows, the White House chief of staff under former President Donald Trump, has complied with a Justice Department subpoena and turned over records as part of a federal investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the Capitol and efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election, a person familiar the matter said Thursday.
The records produced by Meadows are the same ones he earlier provided to a House committee conducting a similar investigation, according to the person, who spoke with The Associated Press on condition of anonymity to discuss an ongoing Justice Department probe.
The subpoena to Meadows, first reported by CNN, makes clear that Justice Department officials are seeking information from the most senior of Trump’s White House advisers as they examine wide-ranging efforts to overturn the results of the election won by Democrat Joe Biden.
The department, whose work at times has mirrored or overlapped with that of the committee, this month served a broad wave of grand jury subpoenas and search warrants to Trump allies.
Meadows has been a pivotal figure in the House investigation, his name invoked repeatedly in testimony by other Trump advisers, including by his own top aide. He had provided the committee with thousands of text messages, including communications with outside Trump allies and advisers.
In a filing in April in a federal lawsuit over his House subpoena, a lawyer for Meadows accused the committee of trying to vilify him publicly, noting that all of the texts it had been provided had been disclosed to the news media. The committee declined at the time to respond to the accusation.
Meadows did not provide to the committee records he believed were subject to claims of executive privilege, and those documents were also not produced to the Justice Department.
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ORLANDO, Fla., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated, a national vacation ownership company, announced today that it won 14 American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Awards. With categories that represent all areas of the business, the annual ARDA Awards recognize the top resorts, teams, individuals and projects leading the timeshare industry. This year, the awards were presented during ARDA's annual conference, Timeshare Together, at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida.
"Bringing home so many ARDA Awards speaks to the team's unwavering commitment to our mission of becoming the most loved brand in family travel," said Tom Nelson, Chief Executive Officer at Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated. "And what is even more impressive is the wide breadth of teams and projects that were awarded this great honor. All of our team members – regardless of their department or area of focus – are dedicated to providing customer-obsessed service to our guests and using innovation to drive the industry forward."
The Company's award recipients include team members from several departments, such as sales, marketing, brand and creative, legal, talent acquisition and resort operations. The Kemmons' Spirit of Innovation Challenge received an ARDA Circle of Excellence award, which represents the highest level of excellence within the industry. Introduced in 2021, the Kemmons' Spirit of Innovation Challenge is a companywide competition that invites team members to submit their ideas for a new product, program or initiative, with the winning idea being implemented in the organization.
In total, Holiday Inn Club Vacations received 14 ARDA Awards:
- Kemmons' Spirit of Innovation Challenge – ARDA Circle of Excellence Innovator Award
- Christina Mansfield – Marketing Management Leader Award
- Nicole Cihock – Marketing Individual Award
- New Orleans Resort Launch – Marketing Program Award
- Guillermo Fernandez Mascaro – Salesperson: In-House Award
- Mary George – Sales Verification Loan Officer/Quality Assurance Officer Award
- Sarah McNairn – Legal and Regulatory Manager, Team Member or Team Award
- Talent Acquisition Team – Human Resources Recruiting Professional or Team Award
- Orange Lake Resort Security Team – Safety/Security Professional or Team Award
- Orlando Zurita – Resort Assistant Manager Award
- Hafid Rkiki – Resort Department Manager Award
- Orange Lake Resort Laundry Team – Resort Operations Team Award
- New Orleans Resort :90 Sizzle Video – Digital Sales Film Award
- Kemmons' Spirit of Innovation Challenge – Employee Engagement or Communications Campaign Award
Holiday Inn Club Vacations is currently hiring for hundreds of roles across its offices and network of resorts. For more information on open positions, visit hicv.com/careers.
About Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated
Encompassing 28 resorts, 7,900 villas in 14 U.S. states and more than 365,000 timeshare owners, Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated is a resort, real estate and travel company with a mission to be the most loved brand in family travel by delivering easy-to-plan, memorable vacation experiences that strengthen families.
Based in Orlando, Fla., the Company has been a leader in the vacation ownership industry since 1982, when it was established by Holiday Inn® founder Kemmons Wilson with the opening of the Company's flagship property, Holiday Inn Club Vacations® at Orange Lake Resort next to Orlando's Walt Disney World® Resort.
Today, the Holiday Inn Club Vacations resort portfolio spans across the United States. Throughout its history, the Company has maintained the core family values true to its majority ownership by the Wilson family, while aggressively pursuing growth, transforming its member engagement model and building an industry-leading team passionate about the guest experience.
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The nation's largest COVID-19 Research Database and advanced data-analysis platform to power the early identification of patients at risk of developing chronic kidney disease
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. and SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HHS Technology Group, LLC™ (HTG); Datavant, the leader in helping organizations securely connect health data; and Mathematica announced today they are collaborating to offer public and private sector access to invaluable resources to fight the invisible epidemic of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and long-term COVID-19.
"CKD is a common, serious, costly, and often preventable disease," said Linda Smith-Wheelock, president and CEO of the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan. "More than 1 million Michigan adults, or one in seven, have the disease. Unfortunately, many people don't know they have CKD, as there are few symptoms in its early stages. Michigan Medicaid spends over $1 billion yearly on CKD, and available data shows that at least 40% of all COVID-19-related deaths are tied to kidney disease."
This partnership will increase the knowledge, awareness, and understanding of preventable kidney disease, promote the adoption of evidence-based strategies to reduce CKD, and identify financially sustainable approaches for CKD prevention, detection, and management. Individuals with kidney disease are at a significantly higher risk of experiencing poor outcomes from COVID-19, making this research vital.
"Chronic kidney disease is preventable through early identification, which makes it all the more agonizing that so many Americans continue to experience this silent killer," said Brett Furst, President of HHS Technology Group. "As a result of this initiative, state Medicaid agencies now have the data analytic tools to move quickly on chronic kidney disease prevention and reduce preventable disease, deaths, and hospitalizations."
HTG, Datavant, and Mathematica have designed a real-time data-analysis platform that captures, aggregates, matches, and evaluates data across various sources, including Medicare, Medicaid, hospitals, labs, physician offices, and commercial payers. With actionable insights from this rich data, medical providers can identify and intervene with patients at risk of developing CKD and long COVID earlier than conventional means.
Industry stakeholders will now be able to access the nation's largest COVID-19 Research Database to measure the effectiveness of these programs and develop strategies to address health disparities in the vulnerable populations at elevated risk for CKD and COVID-19. The Research Database is an initiative led by numerous prominent companies with a mission to accelerate real-world pandemic research to understand the disease and inform evidence-based healthcare policy. As of May 2022, the COVID-19 Research Database contained more than 85 billion HIPAA-compliant, patient-level records and has powered over 70 publications and presentations addressing the direct and indirect effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on population health.
"The effects of long COVID can create devastating repercussions for patients who are already experiencing chronic conditions, such as CKD, diabetes, and hypertension," said Travis May, Founder and President of Datavant. "The COVID-19 Research Database is a tremendous asset enabling novel public-health insights by delivering real-world data to stakeholders throughout the healthcare continuum."
Discover your Data (DyD), HTG's robust analytics platform, powers the Research Database leveraging advanced technologies, including machine learning and Artificial Intelligence. These technologies, combined with sophisticated data analytics, deliver insights and deep understanding, allowing data exploration in real-time to accelerate and accurately solve some of healthcare's most complex questions. The team is utilizing AWS with its cloud-first approach to solving these problems, allowing them to rapidly develop a robust, secure, scalable, and efficient system to perform this vital work.
"With real-time analytics that deliver insights for early detection of high-risk patients, medical providers are empowered to deliver timely diagnosis and treatments for better health outcomes," said Christopher Trenholm, SVP and General Manager of the Health Unit at Mathematica. "We are proud to partner with HTG and Datavant in this important initiative to take action and support solutions that fight this deadly disease."
HHS Technology Group is a software and solutions company serving the needs of commercial enterprises and government agencies. HHS Technology Group delivers modular software solutions, custom development, and integration services for the modernization and operation of systems supporting a wide spectrum of business and government needs. For more information about HHS Technology Group, visit www.hhstechgroup.com.
Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding. Learn about our work at Mathematica.org.
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Coffee shop employee’s reaction to first paycheck is priceless
BOSTON, Mass. (WBZ) – A video of an employee from a coffee shop in Massachusetts celebrating his first paycheck has gone viral, and his reaction is helping to highlight the company’s mission of inclusivity.
This week marks Bitty and Beau’s first anniversary at its location in Melrose, Mass. The coffee shop proudly employs men and women who live with intellectual disabilities.
The drinks are delicious, and the staff is welcoming.
“I get to come in with a smiling face and have a good attitude every single day,” employee Kevin Burke said.
The staff of more than 30 sweet smiles continues to grow.
New hire Joe Sullivan just earned his first paycheck and millions have cheered for him online.
His joyful jumping up and down has captured the attention of more than 3.3 million viewers on social media, leaving the ones who care about him most with a full heart.
“A lot of times I say you might not be able to change the whole world, but we can change our world, right? That’s what he’s doing. One coffee at a time,” Sullivan’s mother, Tonya said.
Bitty and Beau’s mission of inclusion and acceptance is an answered prayer for the families and friends who cherish the bright workers the company employs.
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SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AKASA™, the leading developer of AI for healthcare operations, is selected as a "Best Place to Work in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare for the second consecutive year.
This award identifies and recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry nationwide. Modern Healthcare partners with the Best Companies Group on the assessment process, which includes an extensive employee survey.
"At AKASA, our mission is to transform the operational inefficiencies in healthcare so that healthcare organizations can allocate resources where they matter most. That mission has brought together some of the brightest minds across technology and healthcare," said Malinka Walaliyadde, CEO and co-founder of AKASA. "To empower our world-class talent, we give them the tools, resources, and autonomy they need to execute, and then focus on creating an environment where they can do incredible work."
"After the many stressors placed on the health care workforce during the pandemic and the resulting Great Resignation, we know those employees are battling burnout, increased work volumes and their own physical and mental health challenges," said Fawn Lopez, publisher of Modern Healthcare. "The organizations that have focused significant resources and energy to support their staff throughout these especially challenging times deserve the loyalty of their teams and the recognition of the entire industry. At Modern Healthcare, we are honored to celebrate the Best Places to Work for demonstrating their commitment to their employees, and the communities they serve, with exemplary people care measures."
The complete list of this year's winners, in alphabetical order, is available at ModernHealthcare.com/bestplaceslist. Modern Healthcare will publish a special supplement featuring a ranked list of all the winners along with the October issue.
AKASA is the leading developer of AI for healthcare operations. AKASA scales human intelligence with leading-edge AI and ML securely trained on customer data to learn unique systems, continuously adapt to changing environments, and deliver comprehensive automation and analytics for complex workflows. The result is a seamlessly integrated, customized solution that reduces operating costs, frees up staff to do the work they love, and helps health systems allocate resources to where they matter most.
AKASA is a remote-first company and we are hiring. Step into the future of healthcare with AKASA. Learn more at www.AKASA.com/careers.
Media contact: Kate Enos, kate.enos@akasa.com
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NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RippleMatch, the recruitment automation platform changing how Gen Z finds work, is proud to announce the winners of its 2022 Campus Recruiting Choice Awards.
From hundreds of nominations submitted by recruiting and HR professionals, RippleMatch narrowed down the top names in campus recruiting and talent acquisition and highlighted the rising stars, innovators, and exceptional leaders across 18 categories. Now, after more than 15,000 votes cast by the public, RippleMatch is excited to announce the winners who are making their mark on campus recruitment, innovating in their fields, and leading with empathy.
"We are excited to announce the winners of the 2022 Campus Recruiting Choice Awards, who were part of an impressive class of nominees," said RippleMatch CEO Andrew Myers. "These individuals have gone above and beyond in the early talent space, and we are thrilled to recognize their accomplishments and contributions."
Congratulations to the winners of the 2022 Campus Recruiting Choice Awards!
View the list of first place winners below, and all winners here:
Exceptional Leader Award Winners
B2B Technology: Lauren Terrill, Lumen Technologies
Consumer Technology: Jennifer Newbill, Dell Technologies
CPG & Retail: Megan Umberger, Sleep Number
Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Logistics, and Transportation: Sherry McCaskill, Toyota Motors North America
Finance, Business, Professional & IT Services | Large Companies: Malini Agarwal, Blackstone
Finance, Business, Professional & IT Services | Small-to-Midsize Companies: Ashley Silva, Global Atlantic Financial Group
Talent Innovator Award Winners
CPG & Retail: Taryn Thompson, Walmart Inc.
B2B Technology: Aliyah Fulton, DocuSign
Consumer Technology: Kallen Mobley, Viasat
Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Logistics, and Transportation: Jenna Roland, Schneider Electric
Health, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices/Technology: Lindsey Daniels, UnitedHealth Group
Marketing, Advertising, Media & Entertainment: Ashley Marks, Electronic Arts
Finance, Business, Professional & IT Services | Large Companies: Andrew Jones, Navy Federal Credit Union
Finance, Business, Professional & IT Services | Small-to-Midsize Companies: Daniel Fu, Bill.com
Rising Star Award Winners
2 or Less Years of Work Experience: Jessica Lane, SRS Distribution
3-5 Years Work Experience | Large Companies: Treyce Simmons, Navy Federal Credit Union
3-5 Years Work Experience | Midsize Companies: Amanda Ballesteros, Affirm, Inc.
3-5 Years Work Experience | Small Companies: Waverly Heurtelou, Cockroach Labs
RippleMatch is the recruitment automation platform changing how Gen Z finds work. By replacing job boards with matching and automation, RippleMatch eliminates the most time-intensive parts of the recruitment process for both employers and job seekers.
CONTACT: Kate Beckman, kate@ripplematch.com
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HUTINGTON, Ind., July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the oldest and most trusted names in Catholic media in the United States, Our Sunday Visitor, Inc. (OSV) announced today that it will launch OSV News, a new Catholic news service, on January 1, 2023. Subscribers to the new service will access OSV News at CatholicNews.com, the current site of Catholic News Service (CNS). The announcement was made by OSV Publisher Scott P. Richert at the annual Catholic Media Conference in Portland, Oregon.
"After the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops decided to bring the domestic operations of Catholic News Service to a close at the end of 2022," Richert said, "we started talks with the USCCB and have reached an agreement to acquire rights to the platform that CNS uses to produce and distribute its content. Current subscribers to CNS who sign up for OSV News before the end of the year will have a seamless experience as CNS closes its domestic news service on December 31 and OSV News launches on the same site the very next day."
OSV News will provide national and international news, analysis, editorials, commentary, and features from a Catholic perspective every day. In addition to original OSV News content and an ever-growing library of materials from OSV's periodicals and websites, OSV News will feature articles from a wide range of content partners, including the Vatican's Dicastery for Communications and Aleteia, the world's largest Catholic website. (A full list of content partners will be released later this year.) OSV will also collaborate closely with an extensive network of Catholic diocesan publications to syndicate their content through OSV News.
Beyond a rebranding and a redesign of CatholicNews.com, the tools that subscribers to CNS currently use will remain the same. All new content from CNS Rome (which will continue to operate independently of OSV) will be available to subscribers of OSV News. (For dioceses or episcopal conferences who do not subscribe to OSV News, free access to new CNS Rome content will be provided by the USCCB, as the USCCB promised when it announced the closing of CNS's domestic operations.)
OSV will also be acquiring all of the digital archives owned by CNS, along with rights to existing and future content from CNS Rome and certain third parties, and will provide access to those for subscribers to OSV News. "The digital archives of CNS are of great importance, both historically and as background for Catholic journalists working today," Richert said. "It is essential that they remain available on the same platform that thousands of Catholic media professionals use every day."
Subscription pricing for OSV News will be announced in September. "We understand the financial pressures that Catholic publications face today," Richert said, "so we are working to make OSV News as affordable as possible, while not compromising the quantity and quality of content offered through our service."
Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend (and chairman of the board of directors of OSV) declared, "I am very happy and grateful that OSV will provide this important service for the Church in our country, continuing the great legacy that Archbishop John Francis Noll began more than a century ago."
OSV was founded in 1912 by Fr. John Francis Noll. Its flagship publication, Our Sunday Visitor, has been published weekly for 110 years. Noll, who became bishop of what is now the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend and was later named an honorary archbishop for his service to the Catholic media in the United States and internationally, was an early supporter of CNS and of the Catholic Press Association (now the Catholic Media Association). In the mid-20th century, OSV was instrumental in helping numerous dioceses establish their own newspapers, many of which were printed in OSV's current Huntington, Indiana, headquarters.
"OSV's long history of support for a robust Catholic press made our decision to launch OSV News not only obvious but necessary," Richert said. "In a world that is desperately hungry for the truth, a vibrant Catholic media is needed now more than ever. OSV News is the concrete symbol of our commitment to innovate and collaborate with our fellow members of the Catholic press to bring about a new renaissance in Catholic media—and a brighter future for the Catholic Church in the United States and beyond."
To be notified when subscription pricing and other details about OSV News are available, go to OSV.com/OSVNews.
As the leading Catholic publisher in the United States, OSV provides products and solutions to more than nine of every ten Catholic parishes and every Catholic diocese in the country. Founded in 1912 by Fr. John Francis Noll, OSV's team of over 350 people continues to champion the Catholic Church through a wide range of products and services. From weekly and monthly publications to software solutions, fundraising and consulting services, curriculum products, trade books, and parish publications, OSV helps individual Catholics, families, parishes, and dioceses grow closer to Christ and contribute to the growth and vitality of his Church in the world. A not-for-profit Catholic organization, OSV has been supporting the needs of the Church for over a century. Learn more at www.osv.com.
Scott P. Richert
Email: srichert@osv.com
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Slightly fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, reflecting a robust job market despite rising job cuts in some sectors of the economy that have cooled in recent months.
Applications for jobless aid for the week ending June 25 ticked down to 231,000, a decline of 2,000 from the previous week, the Labor Department reported Thursday. First-time applications generally represent the number of layoffs.
The four-week average for claims, which evens out some of the week-to-week volatility, rose by 7,250 from the previous week, to 231,750.
The total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits for the week ending June 18 was 1,328,000, down 3,000 from the previous week. That figure has hovered near 50-year lows for months.
Much of the recent job security and wage gains that Americans have enjoyed recently have been gobbled up by inflation levels not seen in four decades.
Earlier in June, the Labor Department reported that consumer prices surged 8.6% last month from a year earlier. The Federal Reserve responded by raising its main borrowing rate — its main tool for fighting rising prices — by three-quarters of a point. That increase is on top of a half-point increase in early May.
The government reported that U.S. employers added 390,000 jobs in May, extending a streak of solid hiring that has bolstered an economy under pressure. Though the job growth in May was healthy, it was the lowest monthly gain in a year and there have been signs that more layoffs could be coming, at least in some sectors.
Jobless claims applications the past few weeks, though still relatively low, have been the highest since the first weeks of 2022 as some highly visible companies have announced job cuts.
The CEO of electric car maker Tesla, Elon Musk, acknowledged that the company was cutting about 10% of its salaried workforce, or 3.5% of its total headcount. Musk has described the electric automaker’s factories in Austin and Berlin as “money furnaces” that were losing billions of dollars because supply chain breakdowns were limiting the number of cars they can produce.
Netflix laid off 150 employees in May and another 300 in June after the streaming entertainment giant reported losing subscribers for the first time in more than a decade.
Online automotive retailer Carvana said last month that it’s letting about 2,500 workers go, roughly 12% of its workforce.
Online real estate broker Redfin, under pressure from a housing market that’s cooled due to higher interest rates, is laying off 8% of its workers. Another real estate company, Compass, is letting go of 450 employees.
Those cuts have extended to companies in the cryptocurrency sector with prices for bitcoin and other digital assets cratering in recent months.
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CHICAGO, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced that it will add two new futures contracts to its suite of voluntary carbon products, which have quickly found market adoption since launching last year.
The CBL N-GEO Trailing and CBL C-GEO Trailing futures contracts will be available for trading on August 8, 2022, pending regulatory review, allowing clients to trade offset credits that are no longer within the eligibility window of the existing CBL N-GEO and CBL C-GEO contracts. Xpansiv exchange CBL plans to launch the N-GEO Trailing spot contract on July 18, 2022. The C-GEO Trailing spot contract began trading in January.
"CME Group has been a leader in introducing effective price discovery and risk management solutions that help global businesses manage the risks associated with carbon reduction," said Peter Keavey, Global Head of Energy and Environmental Products at CME Group. "As liquidity in our carbon markets continues to grow, customers can hedge their risk across a range of different vintages and offset types all on one exchange, with the benefits that come with transacting on CME Group's platform."
CME Group's suite of voluntary carbon emissions offsets products are already meeting a significant market need today, with participation growing each month:
- 135+ million carbon emissions offsets have been traded since launch, equivalent to over 135 million metric tons of CO2e.
- Record open interest on June 9, 2022 of 22,669 contracts, with open interest extending out through 2025.
- Record volume on June 14, 2022 of 5,117 contracts traded, with combined average daily volume in June currently over 1,400 contracts.
- June has seen a record number of new participants, with over 90 participants having traded one of the existing carbon emissions offset products since launch.
Under the existing CBL N-GEO and CBL C-GEO futures contracts, offset eligibility rolls on an annual basis and the oldest vintage years are no longer eligible for delivery. The Trailing contracts are designed to help market participants manage the price risks associated with these older vintage years.
CBL N-GEO Trailing and CBL C-GEO Trailing futures will be listed by and subject to the rules of NYMEX. For more information on CME Group's voluntary carbon emissions offset products, please visit www.cmegroup.com/offsets.
As the world's leading derivatives marketplace, CME Group (www.cmegroup.com) enables clients to trade futures, options, cash and OTC markets, optimize portfolios, and analyze data – empowering market participants worldwide to efficiently manage risk and capture opportunities. CME Group exchanges offer the widest range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural products and metals. The company offers futures and options on futures trading through the CME Globex® platform, fixed income trading via BrokerTec and foreign exchange trading on the EBS platform. In addition, it operates one of the world's leading central counterparty clearing providers, CME Clearing.
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COLUMBIA, Md., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that Accounting Seed is No. 4660 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
Founded in 2008, Accounting Seed is a cloud-based accounting platform built natively on Salesforce. With over 50,000 users in the small and midsize market, Accounting Seed has realized over 25% annual growth consistently for the past 10 years.
"Accounting Seed has grown rapidly because of our commitment to eliminating manual accounting processing and siloed data with a truly connected front and back office," said Steve Lorenc, CEO of Accounting Seed. "Our innovative approach to accounting technology is helping users achieve meaningful results, such as increased accuracy in financial reporting, faster month-end close and deeper insight into key business metrics. Making the Inc. 5000 list for the third consecutive year confirms we are actively meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers, and we are truly honored."
This news comes shortly after Accounting Seed announced its latest product release, Summer '22, with more automation and consolidation advancements. Alongside the Summer '22 release, the top-rated accounting platform unveiled new product offerings designed to more closely align Accounting Seed feature sets to the unique needs of its customer base. Accounting Seed continues to expand the company's product development, support, marketing, and sales efforts, leaving them poised for continued growth and success in the small and mid-market sector.
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
With over 50,000 users globally, Accounting Seed empowers customers with access to accurate and timely financial data to make real-time business decisions, resulting in greater profitability. A Salesforce native solution for over 11 years, Accounting Seed combines Accounting and Salesforce's CRM into one integrated back office solution. As a result, customers recognize revenue faster, automate accounting and billing processes and eliminate expensive add-on applications—saving time, money, and resources. For more information, visit accountingseed.com.
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
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Expansion of NFP's community engagement features sponsorship of the PBN Sportsplex, a state-of-the-art athletic facility that will enhance the well-being of people across South Florida
PALM BEACH, Fla., June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NFP, a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement advisor, today announced a long-term partnership with Palm Beach North Athletic Foundation (PBNAF). PBNAF is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with a mission to develop and operate the PBN Sportsplex, a world-class indoor community recreation facility, providing people of all ages and abilities a safe, state-of-the-art environment to help them achieve their goals and develop the skills needed for success in life.
NFP's $1.25 million commitment to PBNAF includes a corporate contribution as well as individual contributions from NFP leadership for the development and operation of the PBN Sportsplex.
"We're excited to partner with Palm Beach North Athletic Foundation and be an active participant in a project that will bring tremendous benefit to families in and around Palm Beach County," said Doug Hammond, NFP's chairman and CEO. "We believe strongly in the positive impact of athletics – teamwork, discipline, mental and physical well-being – and the PBN Sportsplex will provide opportunities for people from all experiences and backgrounds to participate and thrive."
The PBN Sportsplex, a two-story, 213,000 square foot facility in the Gardens North County District Park, will utilize green building principles to increase energy and water efficiency. The facility will support a variety of activities, including team and individual sports, fitness and wellness, and with two ice rinks it will serve as a destination for Florida's rapidly growing hockey community.
"We're thrilled to partner with NFP, an organization that embraces our mission and shares our commitment to this community," said Michael Winter, founder and president of the PBNAF board. "Their engagement and guidance will be essential to realizing the full potential of the PBN Sportsplex project."
NFP's sponsorship will also include an opportunity to introduce unique grassroots programs from Valor Hockey, which focuses on an inclusive approach to building character, life skills and values through hockey. Created by Pat LaFontaine, one of the greatest players in National Hockey League history and an ambassador for NFP's Sports and Entertainment Group, this thinking will be integrated into the Foundation's hockey programs at the PBN Sportsplex.
"Valor programs are designed to redefine what it means to win and empower positive experiences through hockey that reflect shared values," said LaFontaine. "We all want to nurture happy, well-rounded and successful kids, so what they take away from playing hockey and other sports has to be more than just competitive results. Valor will differentiate the PBN Sportsplex from day one and set the standard for youth sports in Florida and across the country."
The partnership also aligns with NFP's commitment to communities where they live and work. "As we expand our presence in South Florida, it's a priority to proactively engage with the community and invest in initiatives beneficial to everyone," said Bill Austin, managing director at NFP in South Florida. "The PBN Sportsplex vision focuses on 'recreation for all' and we're proud to be a leader in bringing this vision to life."
NFP is a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager, and retirement advisor that provides solutions enabling client success through the expertise of over 6,900 global employees, investments in innovative technologies, and enduring relationships with highly rated insurers, vendors, and financial institutions. NFP is the 9th best place to work for large employers in insurance, 7th largest privately-owned broker, 5th largest benefits broker by global revenue and 13th largest broker of US business (all rankings according to Business Insurance).
Visit NFP.com to discover how NFP empowers clients to meet their goals.
The Palm Beach North Athletic Foundation (PBNAF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) comprised of passionate individuals committed to developing a state-of-the-art indoor multi-sport recreational facility in Palm Beach Gardens through a cooperative agreement with the city and county. The PBNAF's mission is to develop and operate a world-class indoor community recreation facility, providing people of all ages and abilities a safe, state-of-the-art environment to help them achieve their goals and develop the skills needed for success in life. Their vision is to create a lasting legacy in Palm Beach County, improving the quality of life for families by promoting healthy, active lifestyles through sports, while building community through shared experiences will help youth and adults develop their full potential, socially, physically, and emotionally. For more information visit https://pbnsportsplex.com/.
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23 Shawnee Co. businesses vie for Small Business of the Year Award
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Twenty-three businesses in Shawnee County will vie for the Smal Business of the Year Award, among others, at the 41st annual Small Business Awards.
GO Topeka says on Wednesday, April 20, it announced 23 local businesses who have been named finalists for recognition at Topeka and Shawnee County’s 41st annual Small Business Awards.
The organization said the 2022 awards, which is a joint effort between GO Topeka and the Greater Topeka Partnership, will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, in the Townsite Avenue Ballroom, 534 S Kansas Ave. Lunch will be served.
At the ceremony, GO Topeka said attendees will hear from community leaders about the impact and success the Capital City’s small businesses have had on the community.
GO Topeka noted that awardees will also learn which of the 23 finalists will receive an award in one of nine categories - Young Entrepreneur Award, Micro Enterprise Award, Emerging Innovation Venture Award, Women-Owned Small Business Award, Minority-Owned Small Business Award, Veteran-Owned Small Business Award, Small Business Manufacturer Award, Small Business Exporter Award and Top City Small Business of the Year.
“It was tough for the selection committee to narrow nominations down to the finalists, as we had such a large and varied collection of impressive small businesses being considered!” said Laurie Pieper, vice president of entrepreneurship and small business for GO Topeka. “The finalists are a sampling of the Topeka and Shawnee County businesses that have gone above and beyond over the past year. They were selected from those nominated for demonstrating excellence in their performance, vision and community contributions — and we’re thrilled to be able to recognize them. We hope community members will consider turning out for the awards ceremony to celebrate these accomplished small businesses.”
The 23 finalists are as follows:
- Absolute Design by Brenda
- Anneal Initiative Inc.
- Asset LifeCycle LLC
- Bob’s Janitorial Service
- Blue Jazz Coffee Roasters
- Brew Bank
- Chinell’s by Ariel
- Curb Appeal Power Wash
- Customskin Medspa
- Harris & Sons Enterprises Inc.
- Harris Fabrication
- Joe Gutierrez State Farm
- Leaping Llamas Artisan Shop
- Linens By Marlen
- Naly’s Outdoor Co.
- O&A Language Solutions
- Onyx Salon and Wellness Spa
- PlainsCraft LLC
- Senne Company
- Skilled Saws Hardwood Flooring
- Tarwater Farm & Home
- Winston Brown Remodeling
- YES! Athletics
GO Topeka said to be eligible for an award, small businesses were required to be located within the county and have 100 or fewer employees, including owners. Evaluations included reviews of each business’ vision, staying power, growth, innovativeness, response to adversity and community engagement.
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ENSafrica to offer RelativityOne to further enable the ongoing success of its clients
CHICAGO, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Relativity, a global legal and compliance technology company, today announced that ENSafrica, Africa's largest law firm, is the first law firm on the continent to adopt RelativityOne, the industry leading SaaS e-discovery solution. The choice to adopt RelativityOne enables ENSafrica to deliver excellence through the provision of world-class technology and services in the cloud to their clients across the African continent.
With RelativityOne, ENSafrica can provide clients with novel solutions faster, with an extensible cloud product backed by the power of automation and integrated artificial intelligence (AI), be it through the firm or in-house. RelativityOne provides unparalleled service; providing a secure single end-to-end e-discovery platform to meet client needs on large litigation, transactions, compliance and enforcement matters. RelativityOne enables ENSafrica to service global clients with a cost-effective offshore option, backed with iron-clad security supported by the specialist expertise of Africa's largest law firm and its intelligENS team.
"We know that RelativityOne will enhance ENSafrica's existing offering to its clients," said Steve Couling, Managing Director and Vice President Sales, EMEA at Relativity. "We are committed to supporting growth in the African market and beyond."
The deployment of RelativityOne enables the intelligENS team to work synergistically with clients throughout Africa to build custom applications, providing more value to clients by responding to their individual, bespoke needs. ENSafrica is known for delivering cutting-edge business focused solutions and is independently ranked internationally for delivering excellence in the provision of legal and forensics services across the continent. Leveraging RelativityOne enables ENSafrica to further advance the delivery of solutions that address clients' business requirements.
"With the addition of RelativityOne, ENSafrica has positioned itself to reshape and transform the provision of e-discovery services across Africa," said Linda Sheehan, Head of intelligENS and Relativity Master, ENSafrica. "We look forward to accelerating our growth across the EMEA region through our managed offshore-discovery and document review services and with RelativityOne, ENSafrica's intelligENS team can provide clients with a flexible self-service option, meaning our clients can access Relativity's leading solutions wherever they are situated."
Relativity will further highlight its commitment to growth in EMEA as well as relevant legal and compliance trends at Relativity Fest London, a free, in-person event taking place on 17 May.
About Relativity
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(The Conversation) – On May 18, 2022, Massachusetts health officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed a single case of monkeypox in a patient who had recently traveled to Canada. Cases have also been reported in the United Kingdom and Europe.
Monkeypox isn’t a new disease. The first confirmed human case was in 1970, when the virus was isolated from a child suspected of having smallpox in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Monkeypox is unlikely to cause another pandemic, but with COVID-19 top of mind, fear of another major outbreak is understandable. Though rare and usually mild, monkeypox can still potentially cause severe illness. Health officials are concerned that more cases will arise with increased travel.
I’m a researcher who has worked in public health and medical laboratories for over three decades, especially in the realm of diseases with animal origins. What exactly is happening in the current outbreak, and what does history tell us about monkeypox?
A cousin of smallpox
Monkeypox is caused by the monkeypox virus, which belongs to a subset of the Poxviridae family of viruses called Orthopoxvirus. This subset includes the smallpox, vaccinia and cowpox viruses. While an animal reservoir for monkeypox virus is unknown, African rodents are suspected to play a part in transmission. The monkeypox virus has only been isolated twice from an animal in nature. Diagnostic testing for monkeypox is currently only available at Laboratory Response Network labs in the U.S. and globally.
The name “monkeypox” comes from the first documented cases of the illness in animals in 1958, when two outbreaks occurred in monkeys kept for research. However, the virus did not jump from monkeys to humans, nor are monkeys major carriers of the disease.
Epidemiology
Since the first reported human case, monkeypox has been found in several other central and western African countries, with the majority of infections in the DRC. Cases outside of Africa have been linked to international travel or imported animals, including in the U.S. and elsewhere.
The first reported cases of monkeypox in the U.S. was in 2003, from an outbreak in Texas linked to a shipment of animals from Ghana. There were also travel-associated cases in November and July 2021 in Maryland.
Because monkeypox is closely related to smallpox, the smallpox vaccine can provide protection against infection from both viruses. Since smallpox was officially eradicated, however, routine smallpox vaccinations for the U.S. general population were stopped in 1972. Because of this, monkeypox has been appearing increasingly in unvaccinated people.
Transmission
The virus can be transmitted through contact with an infected person or animal or contaminated surfaces. Typically, the virus enters the body through broken skin, inhalation or the mucous membranes in the eyes, nose or mouth. Researchers believe that human-to-human transmission is mostly through inhalation of large respiratory droplets rather than direct contact with bodily fluids or indirect contact through clothes. Human-to-human transmission rates for monkeypox have been limited.
Health officials are worried the virus may currently be spreading undetected through community transmission, possibly through a new mechanism or route. Where and how infections are occurring are still under investigation.
Signs and symptoms
After the virus enters the body, it starts to replicate and spread through the body via the bloodstream. Symptoms usually don’t appear until one to two weeks after infection.
Monkeypox produces smallpox-like skin lesions, but symptoms are usually milder than those of smallpox. Flu-like symptoms are common initially, ranging from fever and headache to shortness of breath. One to 10 days later, a rash can appear on the extremities, head or torso that eventually turns into blisters filled with pus. Overall, symptoms usually last for two to four weeks, while skin lesions usually scab over in 14 to 21 days.
While monkeypox is rare and usually non-fatal, one version of the disease kills around 10% of infected people. The form of the virus currently circulating is thought to be milder, with a fatality rate of less than 1%.
Vaccines and treatments
Treatment for monkeypox is primarily focused on relieving symptoms. According to the CDC, no treatments are available to cure monkeypox infection.Because smallpox is closely related to monkeypox, the smallpox vaccine can protect against both diseases.
Evidence suggests that the smallpox vaccine can help prevent monkeypox infections and decrease the severity of the symptoms. One vaccine known as Imvamune or Imvanex is licensed in the U.S. to prevent monkeypox and smallpox.
Vaccination after exposure to the virus may also help decrease chances of severe illness. The CDC currently recommends smallpox vaccination only in people who have been or are likely to be exposed to monkeypox. Immunocompromised people are at high risk. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/what-is-monkeypox-a-microbiologist-explains-whats-known-about-this-smallpox-cousin/ | 2022-05-21T18:59:20Z |
RENO, Nev. (AP) — Conservationists are seeking Endangered Species Act protection for a tiny snail half the size of a pea that is known to exist only in high-desert springs near a huge lithium mine planned in Nevada along the Oregon state line.
The Western Watersheds Project filed the listing petition last week with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the Kings River pyrg, a springsnail found in 13 isolated springs around Thacker Pass 200 miles (321 kilometers) northeast of Reno.
It says the biggest threat to the snail’s survival is disruption of groundwater flows as a result of the 370-foot-deep (113-meter), open-pit mine that the Bureau of Land Management approved last year and is currently being challenged in U.S. District Court in Reno.
Other threats to the snail’s survival include livestock grazing, road construction and climate change, the petition said.
“Federal land managers put this aquatic snail in the crosshairs of extinction by hastily approving large-scale lithium mining at Thacker Pass,” said Erik Molvar, executive director of the Idaho-based group.
Ramped-up domestic production of lithium is key to President Joe Biden’s blueprint for a greener future, a critical element for electric vehicle batteries. Worldwide demand for lithium is projected to increase six-fold by 2030 compared with 2020.
Molvar, a wildlife biologist, agrees the nation must “transition from the dirty fossil fuels that are responsible for climate change” but not by mining in sensitive habitats.
“We have a responsibility as a society to avoid wreaking ecological havoc as we shift to renewable technologies.” he said.
The snail’s shell is less than 2-millimeters (.08-inch) tall, according to the petition, which notes by comparison a U.S. nickel coin is 1.95 mm thick.
They have survived in isolated springs, which are remnants of extensive waterways that have covered what is now dry land only to recede many times over the last 2 million years, the petition said.
Groundwater pumping associated with the mine will reduce or eliminate flows to the springs that support the snails, it says.
The lawsuit challenging Lithium Americas’ project was filed by a Nevada rancher Feb. 11, 2021 and later joined by area tribes and conservation groups, including Western Watersheds Project. It alleged the mining would violate federal protections of numerous species, including threatened Lahontan cutthroat trout and imperiled sage grouse.
It also maintains the project would destroy lands sacred to tribal members who say dozens of their ancestors were slaughtered there by the U.S. Calvary in 1865, although a judge has ruled twice preliminarily that they have failed to prove it’s the same location.
Lithium Americas and the Bureau of Land Management maintain none of the springs would suffer impacts affecting the snails — and that claims to the contrary were based on a misapplication of groundwater models, submitted after the government’s environmental review was completed.
“Lithium Nevada has done extensive work to design a project that avoids impacts to the springs, which are more than a mile away from the facility site,” said Tim Crowley, a Reno spokesman for the Canada-based Lithium Americas.
“Our project is purposely located to not effect local springs and is based on years of data collection, rigorous environmental impact studies, regulatory and public review, engagement with stakeholders, and final approval by the federal authorities,” he said in an email Monday.
BLM said in August court filings that the final environmental impact statement noted the snail was detected during baseline surveys of some of 56 sites surrounding the project but none was “detected within the direct footprint of the project or any area likely to be adversely affected by the project.”
Molvar said Monday three springs are within a 1-mile-buffer zone (1.6 km) the bureau established in its review of potential impacts of a 10-foot (3-meter) drawdown of the groundwater table and the rest are less than 4 miles (4.8 km) away. He said that drawdown is an arbitrary metric and that a drop as little as a foot could adversely impact snails several, or even dozens of miles away.
He said the snails were imperiled even before any new mining was contemplated.
“We’re down to a very few, tiny little habitats in only 13 springs so we can’t afford to lose a single population,” Molvar said. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/ap-endangered-status-sought-for-snail-near-nevada-lithium-mine/ | 2022-09-13T23:47:59Z |
* Fluzone® High-Dose Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine) and Flublok® Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine) are the only two flu vaccines proven to help prevent more cases of flu in older adults, compared to their standard-dose flu vaccine comparators as assessed in randomized controlled trials, the gold standard in evaluating clinical evidence for vaccine licensure1,2
* Fluzone® High-Dose (Influenza Vaccine) is the first and only influenza vaccine with superior flu protection and 10 years of evidence in preventing flu-related hospitalizations in adults aged 65+2,3,a,b
* As the leaders in flu, Sanofi is committed to protecting patients most at-risk for the flu and its related complications, including hospitalizations due to pneumonia & cardiovascular events4
BRIDGEWATER, N.J., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Sanofi's licensure request for vaccine approval for the upcoming 2022-2023 flu season, including: Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine), Flublok Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine) and Fluzone Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine).5 This approval comes on the heels of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) preferential recommendation for adults 65+ including Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent and Flublok Quadrivalent.6 Following this licensure, Sanofi will begin to ship their vaccines helping to ensure more people, including some of our most vulnerable population of 65 years and older, will be immunized with the vaccine best suited for their needs as recommended by the ACIP.
Influenza disproportionately impacts people over 65, underrepresented communities, and people with co-morbidities such as diabetes, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and heart disease.7 Since 2010, it's estimated by the CDC that between 70% and 85% of seasonal flu-related deaths have occurred in people 65+, and between 50% and 70% of seasonal flu-related hospitalizations have occurred among people in this age group.4 ACIP's June 22nd recommendation will undoubtedly help reduce the risk of influenza cases and severe flu-related complications in this population at highest risk.
Michael Greenberg, MD, MPH
North America Medial Head of Vaccines at Sanofi
"ACIP's recommendation is a first step to help improve protection against flu and its complications for this 65 years and older high-risk population. Not every flu vaccine is created equal and we are pleased with ACIP's acknowledgment that Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent & Flublok Quadrivalent have demonstrated improved protection from flu & its related complications through randomized controlled trials and real-world evidence.8 Of note ACIP recognized that Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent had the most data available, including evidence favoring its use over standard dose for all the benefit outcomes within the GRADE analysis; influenza illnesses, outpatient/ER visits, hospitalizations, and deaths.8 Nevertheless, we believe even more can be done to provide healthcare providers with clearer guidance. As a leader in flu vaccination, we remain committed to ensure adults 65 years and older have access to flu vaccines, proven to protect them from what really matters, such as flu-related hospitalizations due to cardiovascular events and pneumonia."
About the Composition of Sanofi's 2022-2023 Licensed and Approved Influenza Vaccines
Each year, the FDA, World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other partners collaborate by collecting and reviewing data on the circulating strains of influenza from around the world to identify those likely to cause the most illness in the upcoming flu season.9 Once strains are selected, flu vaccine manufacturers include the newly selected flu strains in their FDA-approved vaccines, and then submit applications to the FDA to include the new flu strains in their FDA-approved vaccines, including for Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent, Flublok Quadrivalent and Fluzone Quadrivalent.9 Today those requests for licensure were approved for the upcoming 2022-2023 flu season.5
About Fluzone® Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine), Flublok® Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine) and Fluzone® High-Dose Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine)
Fluzone Quadrivalent, Flublok Quadrivalent, and Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent are vaccines indicated for immunization against disease caused by influenza A and B strains contained in the vaccine. Fluzone Quadrivalent is given to people 6 months of age and older. Flublok Quadrivalent is given to people 18 years of age and older. Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent is given to people 65 years of age and older.
With protection against four flu strains, Fluzone High-Dose is the only influenza vaccine licensed for use in adults 65 years of age and older to have demonstrated superior efficacy in a randomized controlled trial versus a standard dose influenza vaccine for the prevention of laboratory-confirmed influenza illness and the only influenza vaccine with 10 years of data demonstrating protection from flu and its related complications.2,3,a,b In a meta-analysis of 15 published reports, including approximately 34 million people, those who received Fluzone High-Dose experienced an 18% reduction in cardiorespiratory hospitalizations and 28% decrease in pneumonia hospitalizations, both of which are reductions above what the standard dose vaccines provided.3
Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent builds on the legacy of the trivalent formulation, which was clinically proven to be 24.2% more effective at preventing flu than standard-dose Fluzone (Influenza Vaccine) in adults 65+.10 Based on data from Fluzone High-Dose (Influenza Vaccine), side effects were slightly more frequent after vaccination with Fluzone High-Dose compared to a standard-dose vaccine.11
The efficacy of trivalent formulation is relevant to Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent since both products are manufactured according to the same process and have overlapping compositions.2
In a clinical study, Flublok Quadrivalent is the first and only recombinant influenza vaccine for adults 18+ that was proven to be 30% more effective than a standard dose vaccine at preventing flu infection in over 9,000 adults 50+.1 In adults 50+, the most common side effects were tenderness, and/or pain at the injection site; headache, and tiredness.1
aProven superiority in a clinical trial between Fluzone High-Dose (Influenza Vaccine) (trivalent formulation) and a standard-dose influenza vaccine2
bIncludes 10 years of evidence (2009-2019) with Fluzone High-Dose (trivalent formulation)3
Important Safety Information for Fluzone® Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine), Flublok® Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine) and Fluzone® High-Dose Quadrivalent (Influenza Vaccine)
Fluzone Quadrivalent, Flublok Quadrivalent, and Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent should not be given to anyone who has had a severe allergic reaction to any component of the vaccine (including eggs or egg products for Fluzone Quadrivalent and Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent) or after previous dose of the vaccine. In addition, Fluzone Quadrivalent and Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent should not be given to anyone who has had a severe allergic reaction after previous dose of any influenza vaccine.
Tell your health care provider if you have ever had Guillain-Barré syndrome (severe muscle weakness) after a previous influenza vaccination.
If Fluzone Quadrivalent, Flublok Quadrivalent, and Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent are given to people with a compromised immune system, including those receiving therapies that suppress the immune system, the immune response may be lower than expected.
Vaccination with Fluzone Quadrivalent, Flublok Quadrivalent, and Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent may not protect all people who receive the vaccine.
For Fluzone Quadrivalent, in children 6 months through 35 months of age, the most common side effects were pain, tenderness, redness, and/or swelling where you got the shot; irritability, abnormal crying, general discomfort, drowsiness, loss of appetite, muscle aches, vomiting, and fever. In children 3 years through 8 years of age, the most common side effects were pain, redness, and/or swelling where you got the shot; muscle aches, general discomfort, and headache. In adults 18 years and older, the most common side effects were pain where you got the shot; muscle aches, headache, and general discomfort.
For Flublok Quadrivalent, in adults 18 through 49 years of age, the most common side effects were tenderness, and/or pain where you got the shot; headache, tiredness, muscle aches, and joint pain. In adults 50 years of age and older the most common side effects were tenderness, and/or pain where you got the shot; headache and tiredness.
For Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent, in adults 65 years of age and older, the most common side effects were pain, redness, and/or swelling where you got the shot; muscle aches, headache, and general discomfort.
For Fluzone Quadrivalent, Flublok Quadrivalent, and Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent, other side effects may occur.
Please refer to the full Prescribing Information for Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent, Flublok Quadrivalent, or Fluzone Quadrivalent. Also please see complete Patient Information for Fluzone Quadrivalent and Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent.
About Sanofi
We are an innovative global healthcare company, driven by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. Our team, across some 100 countries, is dedicated to transforming the practice of medicine by working to turn the impossible into the possible. We provide potentially life-changing treatment options and life-saving vaccine protection to millions of people globally, while putting sustainability and social responsibility at the center of our ambitions.
Sanofi is listed on EURONEXT: SAN and NASDAQ: SNY
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This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. These statements include projections and estimates and their underlying assumptions, statements regarding plans, objectives, intentions and expectations with respect to future financial results, events, operations, services, product development and potential, and statements regarding future performance. Forward-looking statements are generally identified by the words "expects", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "plans" and similar expressions. Although Sanofi's management believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, investors are cautioned that forward-looking information and statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict and generally beyond the control of Sanofi, that could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied or projected by, the forward-looking information and statements. These risks and uncertainties include among other things, the uncertainties inherent in research and development, future clinical data and analysis, including post marketing, decisions by regulatory authorities, such as the FDA or the EMA, regarding whether and when to approve any drug, device or biological application that may be filed for any such product candidates as well as their decisions regarding labelling and other matters that could affect the availability or commercial potential of such product candidates, the fact that product candidates if approved may not be commercially successful, the future approval and commercial success of therapeutic alternatives, Sanofi's ability to benefit from external growth opportunities, to complete related transactions and/or obtain regulatory clearances, risks associated with intellectual property and any related pending or future litigation and the ultimate outcome of such litigation, trends in exchange rates and prevailing interest rates, volatile economic and market conditions, cost containment initiatives and subsequent changes thereto, and the impact that COVID-19 will have on us, our customers, suppliers, vendors, and other business partners, and the financial condition of any one of them, as well as on our employees and on the global economy as a whole. Any material effect of COVID-19 on any of the foregoing could also adversely impact us. This situation is changing rapidly and additional impacts may arise of which we are not currently aware and may exacerbate other previously identified risks. The risks and uncertainties also include the uncertainties discussed or identified in the public filings with the SEC and the AMF made by Sanofi, including those listed under "Risk Factors" and "Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" in Sanofi's annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2021. Other than as required by applicable law, Sanofi does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information or statements.
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5FDA Approval of Sanofi Licensure Request for Vaccine Approval for 2022-2023 Influenza Season [Data on File]
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