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SAN JOSE, Calif., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sanmina Corporation (NASDAQ: SANM) announced today that it will host its second quarter fiscal 2022 earnings conference call on Monday, May 2, 2022 at 5:00 PM ET.
About Sanmina
Sanmina Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, cloud solutions, industrial, defense, medical and automotive markets. Sanmina has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world. More information about the Company is available at www.sanmina.com.
Sanmina Contact:
Paige Melching
SVP, Investor Communications
408.964.3610
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SOURCE Sanmina Corporation | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/04/25/sanmina-corporation-invites-you-join-its-second-quarter-fiscal-2022-earnings-conference-call/ | 2022-04-25T21:19:42Z |
BRUSSELS, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Euroclear today provides an update on its performance in the first half of 2022.
Financial summary
Euroclear delivered a strong financial performance in H1 2022, with the underlying business continuing to perform well. Euroclear also reported higher interest earnings due to rising interest rates on cash balances as well as increased cash balances from frozen assets due to Russian sanctions.
Net profit increased 42% to EUR 351 million, of which EUR 277 million resulted from the strong underlying business performance.
Note: H1 2021 figures (except for EPS) have been restated to include MFEX pro forma, in order to allow for like-for-like comparison.
Operating income was up 24% year-on-year to EUR 998 million. Business income was up 7% to EUR 807 million, reflecting the continued strong growth of Euroclear's core business lines as it implements its strategy.
Interest, banking and other income increased by 262% to EUR 191 million as a consequence of rising interest rates and higher cash balances from frozen assets due to the Russian sanctions.
Operating Expenses increased to EUR 534 million, up 12% compared to H1 2021, as Euroclear continued to invest in its technology and service offering, as well as being impacted by inflation and costs related to managing the Russian sanctions.
An increase of 40% in earnings per share to EUR 111.7 per share, reflected the increase in net profit.
Implications of frozen assets due to Russian sanctions
As a result of sanctions imposed by the US, the EU and other jurisdictions, as well as Russian countermeasures, the cash on the balance sheet has increased as blocked coupon payments and redemptions accumulate. During the first half of 2022, Euroclear Bank's balance sheet increased by €72 billion year-on-year.
At the end of June 2022, Euroclear Bank's cash balances had increased by €72 billion year-on-year. As per Euroclear's standard process, the cash is invested which results in interest income. During the first half, the interest income earned from frozen assets held as a result of Russian sanctions was EUR 110 million.
The Board expects these interest earnings to grow materially as blocked payments and redemptions continue to accumulate in a rising interest rate environment.
While this is expected to have an impact on the balance sheet, it should not result in material change in credit risk profile and therefore will not have a meaningful impact on the group's capital ratios.
Business Performance & H1 Highlights
Euroclear's underlying business continues to perform strongly. Excluding the impact of frozen assets due to the Russian sanctions, adjusted net profit rose by 12% to EUR 277 million.
Adjusted operating income was up 11% to EUR 892 million. This was driven by adjusted business income growth, up 8%. Adjusted Interest, Banking and Other income was up 53% to EUR 81 million.
The key operating metrics, shown below, underpinned the strong business performance during the period. Market volatility remains high, driving transaction volumes to record levels. Equity market valuations have fallen significantly during the period which has restricted growth in assets under custody and fund asset under custody during the period.
Euroclear continues to see very strong demand for collateral management and lending services from a broad range of market participants. Since 2016, structural demand has been driven by the introduction of the Uncleared Margin Rules (UMR) under Basel III as more participants were require to adopt collateral management services to reduce the risk of derivatives exposures. The fifth wave of the UMR came into force last year.
In the second quarter, Euroclear launched a new ESG reporting solution for asset managers, through the combination of MFEX by Euroclear and Greenomy, two recent investments. In addition to illustrating the benefits of the expanded product offering, the new service demonstrates Euroclear's increased strategic focus on Sustainable Finance.
The integration of MFEX is progressing to plan as MFEX's established fund distribution platforms are combined with Euroclear's post-trade expertise to create a new end-to-end funds offering.
The group also continues to modernise its legacy technology infrastructure, including the domestic CSDs. These investments will further strengthen the resilience and efficiency of the group's platforms, allowing for further digitalisation and service enhancements.
Dividend on 2021 results
The Board confirms its intention to pay its previously announced dividend of EUR 88.5 per share (equating to a total of EUR 279 million) in the fourth quarter of 2022. The dividend, which was delayed while the potential implications of the sanctions on capital were evaluated and mitigated, relates to the performance in the 2021 financial year.
Commenting on the results
Lieve Mostrey, Chief Executive Officer
"We delivered a strong performance across the business and saw an increase in interest earnings due to higher interest rates and accumulated cash balances as a consequence of frozen assets due to the Russian sanctions.
In a context where financial market conditions have been dynamic, we have continued to operate safe and efficient infrastructure to support our clients.
As we look forward, we see opportunities to further enhance our client offerings, such as through innovative data-enabled services and connecting to global markets, while meeting our responsibilities as a financial market infrastructure to support sustainable economic growth."
Note to editors
Euroclear group is the financial industry's trusted provider of post trade services. Guided by its purpose, Euroclear innovates to bring safety, efficiency and connections to financial markets for sustainable economic growth.
Euroclear provides settlement and custody of domestic and cross-border securities for bonds, equities and derivatives, and investment funds. As a proven, resilient capital market infrastructure, Euroclear is committed to delivering risk-mitigation, automation and efficiency at scale for its global client franchise.
The Euroclear group comprises Euroclear Bank, the International CSD, as well as Euroclear Belgium, Euroclear Finland, Euroclear France, Euroclear Nederland, Euroclear Sweden, Euroclear UK & International and MFEX by Euroclear.
Annex
Contact:
Martin Gregson
martin.gregson@euroclear.com
+32 486 084 085
Thomas Churchill
thomas.churchill@euroclear.com
+32 471 636 535
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C-stores lose customers to short lines at the register; Demand for mobile ordering, drive-thru, and curbside pickup emerges
Unequivocally, gas prices determine where consumers pump gas today; They're split on whether there's a quality difference between generic and branded gas
Most just assume gas discounts are only available with gas credit cards
SAN FRANCISCO, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluedot, a customer arrival platform that empowers brands to provide real-time interactions and pickup solutions, introduced the first Convenience Experience Report, a benchmark study that explores consumer sentiment and the customer experience at gas stations and convenience stores (c-stores). The research was based on a survey of 1,570 American consumers and was conducted last month.
The inaugural report explores how consumers think about c-stores and gas stations and what drives their behavior, preferences, and loyalty. The findings offer a glimpse into the current customer experience as well as consumer demand and expectations for gas stations and c-stores of the future.
Strikingly, the data indicates consumers are putting c-stores on par with fast food restaurants. Nearly 6 in 10 consider purchasing a meal from a convenience store when stopping for fast food. The research also uncovered significant demand for mobile ordering, drive-thru, and curbside pickup. 61% of consumers state they would visit a c-store more often if all were available.
The research also signals c-stores and gas stations have been losing customers to short lines. Nearly half of the consumers surveyed say they will walk out of a c-store if one or two people are in line at the register. Also noteworthy, 1 in 3 say they will drive away if there's just one car ahead of them at the pump. In the future, one way c-store brands might think about keeping customers in stores longer could be by adding EV charging stations to their locations. The report found the vast majority of EV owners (74%) want to charge next to convenience stores.
The report further examined how consumers think about gas prices and discounts today. Price overwhelmingly impacts where consumers fill up according to nearly 9 in 10 consumers, and gas discounts ranked as the top reason why consumers would download and keep c-store and gas station apps. Notably, however, there's a major gap between consumers who join loyalty programs for gas discounts (74%) and loyalty members who actually receive discounted gas (44%). Also significant, consumers are split down the middle on whether there's a quality difference between generic and branded gas; although half believe branded gas is of higher quality.
Consumers are also under the impression that gas discounts are only available with gas credit cards. More than half of consumers (54%) assume they have to sign up for a credit card to receive gas discounts. The vast majority (76%) would join a gas loyalty program but it has to be free. Nearly 6 in 10 would join a loyalty program without a credit card.
"The data supports what industry leaders have been saying for some time – c-stores are now competing head to head with QSRs. Clearly, the investments c-store brands have been making into foodservice initiatives are paying off," said Emil Davityan, Bluedot co-founder and CEO. "The data also strongly signals that there's an opportunity for gas and c-store brands to do much more with loyalty programs and mobile strategies to boost retention, especially if discounts are determining consumer preferences and habits. It's another page out of the restaurant industry's playbook that could really level the playing field."
- Convenience stores top of mind when consumers consider stopping for fast food. 59% consider purchasing a meal from a convenience store when stopping for fast food.
- 1 in 3 consumers visit convenience stores for fast food. 27% for grab-and-go refrigerated food, 25% for hot food (e.g., hot dogs, pizza), and 21% for made-to-order food like custom sandwiches.
- Consumers walk out if there's a line. 57% will leave and skip purchasing if there's a line in the convenience store. Of those, 16% if there's one person in line, 30% if there are two people in line, and 54% if there are three or more people in line.
- Consumers are more apt to visit a convenience store when pumping gas. 7 in 10 enter the convenience store when they're pumping gas. Of those, 77% enter sometimes while 23% enter every time.
- Cheap gas and location outrank other options when looking for a gas station. When low on gas, consumers choose gas stations based on cheap gas (56%), location (52%), ease of entering and exiting (37%), cleanliness (25%), and high-quality gas (25%).
- Majority of consumers are willing to wait at the pump, but only if there are one to two cars in line. 34% are willing to wait if there is only one car in line while 33% are willing to wait if there are two cars in line. Only 1 in 4 will wait if there are three or more cars in line.
- Driven by concern over credit card fraud, the majority of consumers prefer not to insert their credit card when paying at the pump. 83% are concerned with credit card fraud at the pump. To combat this, 38% examine the card reader, 34% would prefer to store their payment within the gas station's mobile app, 28% use one tap payments with their credit card, and 23% use Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay.
- Digital screens on the pump can irritate customers. Top digital screen dislikes include irrelevant ads (47%), trying to sell something (42%), nothing that's interesting (41%), and too loud (30%).
- Half of consumers look at their phone while pumping gas.
- Price overwhelmingly impacts where consumers fuel up. Nearly 9 in 10 consumers state that price impacts their decision when choosing a gas station. 64% go to the cheapest gas station if it's close while 24% go to the cheapest gas station even if it's out of the way.
- If it's more than a five-cent difference, consumers will forgo loyalty points for gas that's less expensive. Nearly half of consumers (48%) are not willing to pay more than 5 cents for gas if it means earning loyalty points. A quarter state they favor loyalty points over price.
- They are on the fence about whether cheap gas means low quality. 50% believe branded gas is higher quality, but 28% aren't willing to pay for it.
- Consumers are split on if they're willing to pay more for gas even if the increase is attributed to U.S. interests. 59% aren't willing to pay more for gas even if the increase is attributed to U.S. interests compared to 41% who are willing to pay more.
- Consumers confuse gas discounts and loyalty programs with credit cards. Majority of consumers (54%) believe they have to sign up for a credit card to receive gas discounts.
- Consumers would join gas loyalty programs if they're free and provide deals and discounts. Overwhelming majority (76%) would join a gas loyalty program if it was free to join and provided deals and discounts on gas.
- Current loyalty program experience includes discounts on gas. As gas loyalty members, consumers stated their experience includes: gas discounts (44%), ability to see how many loyalty points they have (38%), convenience store deals and freebies (27%), easy payment (19%), and thanked for being a loyalty member (17%).
- Gas discounts most likely to entice consumers to become loyalty members. The top reasons consumers would become a loyalty member include offered gas discounts (74%), didn't have to open a credit card (58%), ability to see how many loyalty points are available (48%), convenience store deals and freebies offers (45%), and easy payment (34%).
- Consumers download and keep gas and convenience apps for gas discounts. The top reasons why consumers download gas or convenience store apps include discounts on gas (86%), earn and track loyalty points (57%), protection against credit card fraud (40%), makes pumping gas faster and easier (39%), and to track gas expenses and receipts (34%).
- They keep apps for the same reasons. The top reasons why consumers keep gas or convenience store apps include discounts on gas (82%), earn and track loyalty points (48%), makes pumping gas faster and easier (36%), protection against credit card fraud (35%), and exclusive deals or coupons (35%).
- 1 in 4 consumers use third party apps to order from convenience stores, yet convenience store apps are favored over third party apps. 40% would prefer to use a store's branded app over third party apps.
- Demand for drive-thrus and curbside pickup emerges. 62% would visit a convenience store more often if there was a drive-thru or curbside pickup available.
- Consumers want apps that instantly unlock their pump and allow for simple in-app payment. 6 in 10 would be more likely to visit a gas station if its mobile app automatically unlocked the pump and allowed in-app payments.
- Consumers believe EV charging stations should be available at gas stations. Three-quarters of consumers believe gas stations should start including charging stations for EVs.
- EV owners want to charge next to convenience stores. Of the respondents who are EV owners, the vast majority (74%) would be more likely to go to a fast-charging station if there was a convenience store nearby.
- They want screens that display convenience store deals and their loyalty points. On the digital screens on the gas pump, consumers want to see convenience store deals (37%), loyalty points and levels (37%), news and entertainment (30%), featured food items in the store (27%), and the ability to use secure payment already stored in the gas station's mobile app (25%).
The full Convenience Experience Report can be found here.
Survey Methodology
The survey was conducted via SurveyMonkey May 3rd - 4th among a national sample of 1,570 American adults aged 18 and older. Additional methodology can be found within the report.
About Bluedot
Bluedot is a customer arrival platform that empowers brands to provide real-time interactions and pickup solutions. The company's hyper-accurate location technology identifies exactly when and where a user arrives whether that's entering a store, pulling into a curbside pickup space, or at a parking lot. Bluedot enables brands to provide timely messaging, proximity offers, automated loyalty identification, frictionless curbside pickups, gamification, and more. Easy to implement, Bluedot is inherently compliant with GDPR and CCPA.
Bluedot works across key industries including retail, restaurants, and transportation. The global brands that trust Bluedot for their location strategy include McDonald's, Dunkin', Transurban, OTR, and IAG. For more information on Bluedot and its solutions, visit bluedot.io.
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SEATTLE, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Littlebird, the Connected Care platform launching Fall 2022, has announced the hire of media veteran, Megan Colarossi, as Director of Media and Communications. The move comes as the company gears up to bring its Littlebird Toddler CareTracker to market, the first cellular Bluetooth and GPS wearable of its kind for small children ages one to five years old.
A former Anchor for Good Day LA, TODAY Show contributor, and award-winning producer for famed news outlets such as CNN, MTV News, and more, Colarossi brings a wealth of journalistic integrity and cross-departmental experience to Littlebird.
When asked what drew her to Littlebird, Megan shared, "As a working mom of three, the well-being of my children is my top priority. I was instantly inspired by LittleBird's core mission which is to bring families closer together through a state-of-the-art connected care platform. It is a game changer for parents who face enormous amounts of stress when we are apart from our kids. Littlebird's revolutionary 360° digital approach to childcare will help ease parent anxiety by allowing them to feel connected with their child anywhere - anytime - which is simply incredible!"
In another tactical step towards launching the brand, Littlebird brought on creative communications firm, Small Girls PR, whose client roster features a mix of venture-backed startups to publicly traded companies, many within the Famtech category. The agency will oversee brand communications and strategic media relations for the company.
"Both Megan and Small Girls make a powerhouse communications team," says Monica Plath, Founder & CEO of Littlebird. "Their extensive media knowledge coupled with their strong relationships will ensure that Littlebird takes flight in a thoughtful and compelling manner. Our top priority is to create a safe and connected community for parents, children and caregivers to thrive and they strongly believe in that mission as well."
Small Girls PR CEO & Cofounder Mallory Blair says, "As a woman-owned agency, we are passionate about supporting strong female leaders and first-movers in industries traditionally dominated by men, especially tech. In our initial meeting with Monica, we were immediately drawn to her enthusiasm for improving the lives of parents and children who will benefit greatly from this truly smart and innovative technology."
For more information on Littlebird, visit https://www.littlebird.care/.
Seattle based Littlebird believes that building better connections and providing greater communication will lead to better results for you, your caregiver, and child. Littlebird's state-of-the-art wearable device connects parents with their child anywhere, anytime, with on-demand information about who they are with, where they are located, what they are doing, and how they are feeling.
Littlebird's innovative technology and secure digital platform offers parents unique insights into their child's safety, health and overall well-being. Littlebird's 24/7 GPS and cellular connectivity enables up-to-date notifications regarding your child's location, which "approved" caregiver they are with and what they are doing. Littlebird also provides key metrics regarding your child's heart-rate, temperature, daily activity, sleep patterns and much more so you can better understand your child's specific needs. The intuitively designed app also provides a private chat with photo capabilities connecting you and your caregiver(s) so you never miss a moment of your toddler's day.
Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles, clients range from venture-backed startups to publicly traded companies. Small Girls has handled mergers for GE, landed Outdoor Voices' first magazine covers, scaled brands like Hinge and Billie from launch through acquisition, and come up with campaigns that have become answers in The New York Times crossword puzzle.
Small Girls PR
christina.mcgoldrick@smallgirlspr.com
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TOKYO, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KLab Inc., a leader in online mobile games, announced that its head-to-head football simulation game Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team will hold the FC Barcelona Official Campaign starting Friday, September 9th. During the campaign period, new players Tsubasa Ozora, Rivaul, Gordoba Gonzales, and Pedro Fonseca will debut wearing FC Barcelona official kits. See the original press release (https://www.klab.com/en/press/) for more information.
FC BARCELONA OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN Login Bonus
Login every day to the game during the event period to receive great rewards.
FC BARCELONA Selection Transfer
Rivaul, Gordoba Gonzales, and Pedro Fonseca wearing the FC BARCELONA official kit debut as new players in this Transfer.
FC BARCELONA OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN Daily Scenario
Users can complete these limited scenarios once a day during the event period. Clear the scenario to receive points and medals to exchange for amazing items.
FC BARCELONA OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN Event Mission
During the event period, complete the Event Missions to earn great rewards.
FC BARCELONA 2022/2023 Official Kits Added to Dreamball Exchange
The Dreamball Exchange is getting an update with the FC BARCELONA 2022/2023 home, away, GK uniforms. Users can exchange Dreamballs to collect them.
Overview of Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team
Supported OSes: Android™ 4.4+, iOS 10.0+, HarmonyOS 2.0+
Genre: Head-to-head football simulation game
Price: Free-to-play (In-app purchases available)
Supported Regions: Global (Excludes Japan and Mainland China)
Official Website: https://www.tsubasa-dreamteam.com/en
Official Twitter Account: @tsubasaDT_en
Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/tsubasaDTen
Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTgOPO7kIQ35YzB7SBIQoWQ/
Official Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/6tyEs48
Copyright: ©Yoichi Takahashi/SHUEISHA
©Yoichi Takahashi/SHUEISHA/TV TOKYO/ENOKIFILM
© KLabGames
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App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1293738123
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.klab.captain283.global
AppGallery: https://appgallery.huawei.com/#/app/C105375049
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PHOENIX, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Postal Service today recognized CVS Health and Credit One Bank with the 2022 Partnership for Growth award on the final day of the National Postal Forum (NPF), the country's premier mailing and shipping conference. The Partnership for Growth award is bestowed annually at NPF to recognize companies that have made significant contributions to and embody forward-thinking, innovative solutions in the mailing and shipping industry.
The Postmaster General and Executive Leadership Team personally select the winners, who have successfully worked with USPS to enhance the value of what we deliver every day — mail and packages.
CVS Health is a leading healthcare company based in Woonsocket, RI. The company improves the health of communities across America through its local retail presence, digital channels and approximately 300,000 dedicated employees. CVS Health entrusts the Postal Service to reliably deliver more than 50 million prescription orders annually.
Founded in 1984, Credit One Bank is a financial services company based in Las Vegas. With a focus on providing their customers with rewards and benefits that will help them lead a "life ever rewarded," the bank serves more than 15 million accounts and employs more than 900 people at their Las Vegas-based headquarters and 4,000 associates at domestic and offshore agencies.
Credit One Bank intelligently targets direct mail offers, adding additional value to marketing communications through the mailbox, a strategy that many other companies leaned away from in recent years. Implementing this innovative strategy involved retargeting prior card members, integrating Informed Delivery campaigns and Informed Visibility data to measure the effect of their campaigns, and trying new techniques along the way. A large part of the company's continued success stemmed from combining the power of Marketing Mail with Informed Delivery and Informed Visibility. The bank's reporting, along with their targeted and retargeted omni-channel marketing campaigns, have proven to be effective tools that provided a measurable return on investment for customer acquisition.
The National Postal Forum and the Postal Service congratulate both award winners. We appreciate the continued partnerships with our mailers and their commitment to increasing the value of the U.S. Mail through innovation.
The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
Please Note: For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.
Contact: Tatiana Roy
tatiana.l.roy@usps.gov
usps.com/news
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Noémie Unveils New Accessories to Complement the Apple iPhone®, AirPods®, and AirTag™ Devices
LOS ANGELES, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles-based Noémie continues to craft must-have electronics accessories for those that live an exciting, on-the-go lifestyle. Following the introduction of their first product, the Napa crossbody phone case, in September 2021, Noémie unveiled several new luxurious case accessories today, including the Sawtelle, Cardiff, Richmond, and Brentwood to complement users' personal devices.
Incorporating genuine leather and high artisanship, the new Noémie products offer a sleek and fashion-forward look without sacrificing a device's protection or functionality. The new range of accessories comes in classic colorways, including black, white, and brown, alongside distinct gold and black hardware. Delivering both luxury and utility, the Noémie product line allows for hands-free use while making a bold, chic statement.
The Cardiff ($59.99) is the ideal accessory for those that need a little more room to hold their credit cards and personal effects alongside their phone case.
- Made with genuine leather, this expanded pouch pairs perfectly with other Noémie products
- Includes hooks for easy attaching to Noémie Napa crossbody phone cases
- Comes with an easy-to-use zipper for an extra level of security and convenience
- Incorporates a soft, yet strong microfiber interior lining for durability and protection from scratches
The sleek Brentwood case ($49.99) offers additional storage for those small but often needed items, all within a very chic, elegant form factor for those always on the go.
- Made with genuine leather and perfectly pairs with other Noémie products
- Includes carabiner for easy attaching to Noémie Napa crossbody phone cases
- Provides an easy-to-use zipper for an extra level of security and convenience
- Features a soft yet strong microfiber interior lining for durability and protection from scratches
For individuals prone to accidental bumps and drops, the Richmond case ($39.99) provides a rugged, hard shell to protect AirPods all day long
- Boasts a hard polycarbonate shell protects to protect in-ear headphones
- Made with genuine leather accents, giving it a nice look and finish
- Offers a clip to fasten to other devices and accessories securely
The Sawtelle ($29.99) is an excellent accessory for those who want to keep track of their most essential belongings, whether for their luggage, handbag, or keys.
- Offers a leather pouch to house an AirTag device securely and discretely
- Includes a secure snap to ensure an AirTag does not slip out
- Incorporates a ring clip so it can easily be fastened to valuables for easy tracking
Available for orders starting today, the new Noémie line of accessories will create a unique yet unified aesthetic that complements the style and elegance of those always on the go. What's more, for those that have not upgraded their phone just yet, Noémie will be releasing Napa crossbody phone cases for the iPhone 12 & iPhone 12 Pro models later this Spring.
For more information on Noémie and its latest products, be sure to visit www.bynoemie.com. As always, Noémie offers free shipping for all products within the U.S. and a lifetime warranty.
To stay connected with Noémie (@stylebynoemie), be sure to follow the brand through Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Pinterest.
About Noémie:
Noémie is the next generation of sleek, stylish electronics accessories created for glamorous go-getters. Conceived in Los Angeles at the crossroads of sophistication, design, and global business, Noémie reflects our coveted coastal culture, embodying the on-the-go lifestyle with easy elegance. Luxury and utility: a super-charged power couple of seeming opposites that both meet their match in the Noémie brand vision. Our definition of luxury begins by taking the time to understand how our customers live, think, feel, work and play. Then, we curate premium materials and craftsmanship to create durable, beautiful goods shaped by those insights. Noémie's always connecting at the speed of style.
All product names, logos, and brands are the property of their respective owners.
Apple and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.
AirPods is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.
AirTag is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.
Specifications, equipment, and release dates are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the manufacturer's part.
Retail pricing is listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by retailers and are subject to change at any time.
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NoemiePR@mww.com
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PALO ALTO, Calif., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MATSUKO, the creator of the first software-only solution for holographic presence, in cooperation with the multinational telecommunications company, Orange, announced today that they have produced a hologram of Tour de France director Christian Prudhomme speaking to fans in augmented reality. The Director will appear in 3D on fans' augmented reality glasses along with a 3D map of the race and key information for each stage.
An exceptionally popular event, the Tour de France is the world-recognized symbol of European natural and cultural heritage, and a brilliant showcase of technological expertise. Tour de France partner for more than 20 years, Orange, has revealed the technology that will be providing for this year's event. The company will be offering a new "Augmented Race 2022" experiment that will start in villages and fan parks, developed in collaboration with the startups Immersiv.io and MATSUKO.
MATSUKO's solution is not an animated avatar but a fully expressive hologram. Using mixed and augmented reality and artificial intelligence, MATSUKO creates 3D holograms for remote communication between people. This eliminates the problems often encountered on video calls: lack of non-verbal cues, lack of engagement, and missing special feeling. "If these past two years have shown us anything, it is that as humans we need each other's presence. And even though we have come a long way with remote communication, today's tools are still way too distant," said Maria Vircikova, co-founder and CEO of MATSUKO. "Our brain is wired for the third dimension, and we need a sensation of people physically being there. Today we're excited to announce the debut of MATSUKO's technology at the Tour de France."
MATSUKO's app has been developed for VR and mixed reality, but the company wanted to impact more people. With that in mind, in March 2022 at SXSW, it launched the MATSUKO app for the iPhone experience. As a result, everyone can now experience real volumetric holograms with just a smartphone. Hundreds of millions of people can now connect with millions of headset owners, all with the same MATSUKO app. MATSUKO won the SXSW 2022 award in Extended Reality & Immersive Technology.
About MATSUKO
MATSUKO is the creator of the first hologram calling app that fills in that missing element in the existent ways of video conferencing - human presence. It brings people closer, improves relationships and successful collaborations while zeroing down the environmental impact. Founded in 2017 in Slovakia, MATSUKO builds a software-only solution that allows modeling people into three dimensions and transferring them in real space and in real-time. What makes it unique is the use of a single camera found in smartphones or computers. The product helps to discover the future of communication today and experience a real presence with hologram meetings. To learn more about MATSUKO, visit the website: https://www.matsuko.com/.
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NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of IronNet, Inc. ("IronNet" or the "Company") (NYSE: IRNT). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether IronNet and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On December 15, 2021, IronNet announced its financial results for the third quarter ended October 31, 2021 and issued revenue guidance for the coming year. For 2022, IronNet advised that the Company expected revenue of approximately $26 million, down sharply from previous guidance, issued in September 2021, in the range of $43 million to $45 million. On an earnings call later that day, the Company stated that "we and Sean Foster, our Chief Revenue Officer, have mutually agreed that he will depart our company at the end of December to pursue other opportunities." IronNet also admitted on the earnings call that, despite having first publicly issued IronNet's fiscal year 2022 guidance in March 2021, the Company did not have any confidence as to when substantial revenues underlying the guidance would actually come in.
On this news, IronNet's stock price fell $2.14 per share, or 31.47%, to close at $4.66 per share on December 16, 2021.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.
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One of the nation's largest and oldest credit counseling agencies launches its Financial Advisory Council
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After nearly three decades of helping more than 10 million people get out of debt, Consolidated Credit has created a new panel of experts to reach the next 10 million.
Consolidated Credit's Financial Advisory Council Members are made up of 11 industry experts who are volunteering their time. They will begin the formidable task of spreading financial education beyond the usual delivery methods – which Consolidated Credit has honed since 1993.
"Financial education is one of the most important topics Americans need to master," says Consolidated Credit President Gary Herman. "With more than a century of experience among the council members, we're going to devise innovative ways to spread financial education and crucial knowledge about financial stability."
At the first meeting, the council outlined the challenges facing financial educators today and always.
"Between the Great Recession and the pandemic, Americans have faced major economic setbacks," notes Sandra Tobon, Consolidated Credit's Director of Housing and Community Outreach. "The current economic challenges including the uptick in the inflation rate, means that people will need financial knowledge today more than ever to manage their finances and live prosperous lives."
The advisory council members include:
Amadeo Marino – Chase's Business Development Manager, Community & Affordable Lending
April Lewis-Parks- Consolidated Credit's Director of Education and Communications
Charles W. Keys III, MBA – Valley National Bank's Vice President, Corporate Social Responsibility/CRA Officer
Cornell Crews – Executive Director of the Community Reinvestment Alliance of Florida
Michele Collie – City National Bank's SVP, Director CRA
Mikesha Murray – TD Bank Branch Manager
Monique Corker – Comerica Bank's External Affairs Market Manager for Florida
Sandra Tobon – Consolidated Credit's Director of Housing Counseling & Community Outreach
Tari Boldin – Truist Bank's Community Development Manager in the South Florida Region
"I am honored Consolidated Credit has selected me to serve on its financial advisory council," stated Mo Corker, Comerica Bank Florida External Affairs Manager. "In this role, I plan to bring innovative and impactful resources, while continuing to raise expectations of what a bank partner can be in the communities that we serve through our strategic community partnerships."
Advisory Council members will also serve as ambassadors at the myriad of financial education events Consolidated Credit hosts, sponsors, or supports.
About: In 29 years, Consolidated Credit has helped over 10.2million people overcome debt and financial challenges. Their mission is to assist families throughout the United States to end financial crises and solve money management issues through education and counseling.
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CHICAGO, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Epic Staffing Group ("Epic") and The Pritzker Organization, L.L.C. ("TPO"), the family merchant bank of the Tom Pritzker family, are pleased to announce that affiliates of TPO have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Epic Staffing Group in an all-cash transaction.
Mark Siegel, CEO of Epic, commented, "We are truly excited to be partnering with TPO for the next chapter of Epic's growth story. We have enjoyed outstanding organic growth, completed several successful acquisitions during our time with Webster Equity Partners, and our business has never been better positioned to help our clients across healthcare, life sciences and schools."
Larry Tarschis, Managing Director of TPO said, "Epic is exactly the type of company that we look to partner with – a sustainable, growing business with an outstanding management team that is committed to further growth. Mark and his team have done a great job building the Epic platform, and we are very optimistic about the ability of Epic to continue to expand its business through providing high quality service to its existing customers and growing its customer base organically and through further acquisitions."
The transaction is expected to close during the second or third quarter. Truist Securities and Wells Fargo Securities have committed to provide financing to support the acquisition.
About Epic Staffing Group
Epic is a diversified national provider of outsourced employment to the biopharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Our staffing verticals include life sciences recruitment process outsourcing, and life sciences consulting, travel nurse jobs, Interim executive placement, travel allied, school special education jobs, therapy and perfusionists, government healthcare staffing, and international clinician placement. Focus is placed on areas where there is significant imbalance of supply and demand, where the Epic business model can add significant value. Additional information can be found at www.EpicStaffingGroup.com.
About The Pritzker Organization
TPO is the merchant bank for the business interests of the Tom Pritzker family. TPO is focused on partnering with exceptional leaders to create value across a wide range of industries. TPO looks for opportunities where it can create value for the family's interests and those of its partners and colleagues over a significant time horizon. For more than 60 years, TPO has overseen and guided the development of dozens of portfolio companies across a wide variety of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, life sciences, hospitality, healthcare and services. Notable businesses include Hyatt Hotels, Triton Container and the Marmon Group. Recent control investments include TMS International, Lithko Contracting, KBP Investments, Mammoth Holdings, STV Inc., and Crown Health Care Laundry Services. In addition to its core strategy of building businesses over the long term, TPO is also active in special situations, advising the family's interests in the deployment of capital across a wide spectrum of industries and investment structures. Additional information can be found at https://pritzkerorg.com/.
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CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks have promoted Meghan Hunter to assistant general manger among several front office moves, making her the third woman to currently hold that position and fourth in NHL history.
GM Brandon Davidson announced Hunter’s promotion and other front office moves Tuesday. Karilyn Pilch was also promoted to director of player personnel, while Mark Eaton will remain assistant GM of development and Brian Campbell will keep his role as hockey operations adviser.
“Our goal is to be best-in-class in all we do and organizing a structure and defining roles behind the scenes is an important step,” Davidson said in a statement. “I have a lot of faith and trust in this leadership team, along with the staff who works under them, and I look forward to working with our entire group to build a successful team on the ice.”
Hunter, 41, has risen through the organization since joining Chicago in 2016. She spent the past two seasons as a scout and the director of hockey administration.
Hunter was star at Wisconsin from 2000-04 and a finalist for the Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award as the top college player in the country in 2001. She joins Vancouver’s Cammi Granato and Emilie Castonguay as the women currently serving as an assistant general manager for a club.
Hunter as AGM of hockey operations will be in charge of contracts, budgeting and other departments. Eaton will oversee amateur and professional player development and performance and the team’s American Hockey League affiliate in Rockford.
“Meghan and Mark have both been important parts of our operation for a number of years, and we are lucky to have them in these important and redeveloped roles,” Davidson said. “Their leadership skills, shared vision with the rest of the leadership team and knowledge of the game gives me plenty of confidence in us achieving our goal.”
Pilch joined the Blackhawks as a player personnel scout last year after playing at Boston University and directing hockey operations there before becoming GM of the Premier Hockey Federation’s Boston Pride.
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IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ATIF Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: ATIF, the "Company," "ATIF" or "We"), a holding company providing business and financial consulting services in Asia and North America, is pleased to announce that the Company's IPO advisory services client and investment holding company Armstrong Logistic Inc. ("Armlogi"), a leading freight forwarding and logistics company in U.S., has recently seen strong growth in performance. Under the terms of the investment agreement between Armlogi and the Company, ATIF holds a 12.0% equity stake in Armlogi.
Armlogi is leading international intelligent warehouse logistics service provider, including warehouse distribution, 3PL fulfillment, and multi-channel fulfillment services, self-employed logistics company, customs clearance company and freight car company serving the Port of Los Angeles, San Diego, LAX, and all major access routes to and from Southern California. Armlogi's certified logistics and warehousing is located in City of Industry, CA; Houston, TX; and Florence, NJ, with 1,500,000 sq ft of space that is full-service EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Compliant. Armlogi's Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) service integrates with Amazon, Ebay, FedEx, Jet, Groupon, Shopify, Walmart, Wayfair, Woo Commerce, and other leading platforms, supporting 96% online e-commerce platform fulfillment.
Warehousing and logistics companies have had to adapt and evolve to changing market trends and the growing need for accelerated deliveries. In the face of the impact of inflation on the freight forwarding and logistics industry this year, Armlogi has developed flexible operational strategies. Through an assessment of its own inventory levels, warehousing capacity, utilization rates and transportation capabilities, Armlogi adopted strategies such as cutting unnecessary costs and introducing new growth opportunities, and effectively delivered very strong performance.
A growing number of enterprises are showing higher reliance towards outsourcing various logistics functions including transportation, warehousing, and distribution, thus fueling growth in the 3PL market. According to data from Statista, in the past 10 years, the 3PL market revenue has doubled over the last 10 years, increasing from $127.5 billion to $260.2 billion from 2010 to 2021, growing at a CAGR of 2.8%. According to MDC Research, the global 3PL market is expected to reach $2,275.6 billion at a CAGR of 8.9% by 2030.
Jun Liu, President, Chairman of the Board, and CEO of ATIF, commented, "We appreciate the innovations and rapid shifts of Armlogi's operations and are very pleased with its strong financial performance. As far as we understand it, Armlogi's revenues for the first quarter of 2022 alone exceeded 50% of total revenues in 2021 and revenues for the full year 2022 are expected to jump three to four times year over year! We expect Armlogi to continue its strong impetus and to deliver high returns for us and our shareholders in its future IPO."
About ATIF Holdings Limited
ATIF Holdings Limited ("ATIF") is a Los Angeles-based comprehensive financial group with wholly owned and operated subsidiaries: ATIF-1 hedge funds company, ATIF equity investing company, ATIF IPO advisory company, and the integrated financial services network platform www.IPOEX.com. ATIF is dedicated to providing international asset securitization services, as well as equity investment and asset management services to companies around the world. ATIF was awarded the "Top 10 Best Listed Companies 2019" from the "Golden Bauhinia Award," the highest award in Hong Kong's financial and securities industry. For more information, please visit https://ir.atifchina.com/.
To learn more about IPOEX, our financial services platform, please visit: https://www.ipoex.com/
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HERNING, Denmark (AP) — Amanda Kessel scored a hat trick and the United States kept alive its streak of reaching the final at every women’s ice hockey world championship after beating the Czech Republic 10-1 in the semifinals on Saturday.
Taylor Heise had two goals and three assists, while Hilary Knight scored twice to extend her own all-time tournament records to 89 points and 53 goals.
The Americans will face Canada or Switzerland, who played later.
Since the inaugural women’s worlds in 1990, the U.S. and Canada have faced each other every final except 2019, when the Americans beat Finland for the title.
Canada beat the U.S. 3-2 in overtime in last year’s final in Calgary, which ended a run of five straight titles by the Americans.
Against the Czechs, the U.S. led 6-0 after the first period and added two more goals in each of the second and third periods. Klara Hymlarova made it 7-1 midway through the second.
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WASHINGTON, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Jen Judson, President of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, President of the National Press Club Journalism Institute urging the release of wrongfully detained journalists in Ethiopia and commenting on the broader worsening press freedom conditions in the country.
"The rapidly deteriorating press freedom climate in Ethiopia is of grave concern with conditions worsening by the week. According to the head of the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission, there are 19 journalists and media workers being unlawfully detained by the government. Ethiopian authorities have reportedly justified their media crackdown by claiming those detained were sympathetic with rebel groups. But as the head of the country's own human rights body has noted, pre-trial detentions of journalists accused of committing a legal offense through their press work are now illegal under the government's own recently adopted media law. We call for the immediate release of all those journalists and media personnel unlawfully detained.
"Furthermore, we condemn the central government's statement in recent days that it would pursue 'irreversible measures' against individuals 'wearing a cloak of media outlets and journalists' if they do not adhere to the government's preferred narrative. Draconian threats like that have no place in any society but particularly in a country such as Ethiopia, which has a long history in Africa as a regional leader and aspirations of becoming one of the continent's leading economies in the years ahead. This turn of events in Ethiopia is particularly disappointing given hopes in 2018 that the national government under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed would be supportive of a robust and independent press after decades of repression and the targeting of journalists by the previous government."
Founded in 1908, The National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists. The Club has 3,000 members representing nearly every major news organization and is a leading voice for press freedom in the United States and worldwide.
The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged, global citizenry through an independent and free press and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire civic engagement.
Contact: Bill McCarren, 202-662-7534 for the National Press Club
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NEW YORK, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Digital Turbine, Inc. ("Digital Turbine" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: APPS) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Digital Turbine investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between August 9, 2021 and May 17, 2022. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
APPS investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (1) the Company's recent acquisitions, AdColony and Fyber, act as agents in certain of their respective product lines; (2) as a result, revenues for those product lines must be reported net of license fees and revenue share, rather than on a gross basis; (3) the Company's internal control over financial reporting as to revenue recognition was deficient; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's net revenues was overstated throughout fiscal 2022; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Digital Turbine during the relevant time frame, you have until August 5, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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PLEASANTON, Calif., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bakkal Corporation today announced a seed round investment of $3 million from new and existing investors.
Bakkal is a B2B2C marketplace and last mile delivery platform for ethnic goods founded in 2021.The company aims to reshape local corner stores by providing them strategic business tools and services.
"We believe small grocery stores are a key part of our community and culture. Consumers from diverse ethnic backgrounds have access to healthy and affordable food through these organizations. Ethnic grocery options deserve more than a tiny corner of the grocery store," said Bakkal Founder & CEO Murat Karslioglu. "We are digitizing the ethnic grocery supply chain and making it easier for small local stores to source inventory. By helping high quality and international brands stock their products reliably at stores, we increase affordable food options."
Bakkal's new round increased the valuation of the company to $20M. Bakkal launched its services in Los Angeles in late 2021 and expanded to Bay Area, California in early 2022.
New resources will help Bakkal to fund technology development, grow its engineering team and expand marketing activities.
Bakkal apps are available on both Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
BAKKAL Press Kit: [https://getbakkal.com/press-kit]
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Bakkal is an ethnic grocery marketplace in the U.S. The company provides services to brands on its platform to market international products to the U.S market. Bakkal has offices in California, Istanbul, Kyrgyzstan and Tel Aviv. Visit us online at GetBakkal.com.© 2022 Bakkal Corporation. All rights reserved. Bakkal wordmark and logo are trademarks owned by Carsly, Inc. dba Bakkal Corporation.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The recent pandemic revealed numerous shortcomings in relying on legacy on-premise applications and IT operations, strengthening arguments for a move to cloud computing across industries. With a greater number of employees transitioning to work remotely during the height of COVID-19, and businesses having to completely change their practices to accommodate fewer people on-site, remote data security, supply chain delays, demand for services and products decreases, and dramatic increases in inflation, there was more pressure than ever to adapt and transform quickly.
Microsoft Azure, a public cloud software giant, continues to achieve monumental growth with a 40% expansion in 2022, gaining the lead in the market share held by Amazon Web Services. In an article by Financial News Today, Wall Street analyst Phil Winslow states that the shift in the way businesses use the cloud contributes to Microsoft's strengths. Winslow points out that companies are "advancing in a multi-year strategic cloud-first transformation," making significant changes to the way they structure their IT infrastructure rather than just moving specific applications to the cloud. Winslow goes on to state that he believes enterprise customers who already have large investments in Microsoft technology in their own data centers are likely to choose Azure as a strategic cloud provider. "No company is better positioned than Microsoft to help organizations deliver on their digital imperative – so they can do more with less," stated Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella.
To make the transition to cloud more approachable, Microsoft developed the Solution Assessment program. 3Cloud, a premier Microsoft Partner, has conducted more Azure solution assessments than any other partner in the industry over the last 4 years, leading hundreds of organizations through the first step of their cloud journey. With over 700 Azure experts on staff, 3Cloud continues to grow faster than the rate of Azure market growth, ensuring that they will continue to lead the market in Azure adoption solutions. "When the pandemic hit in 2020, we witnessed our customers across every industry recognize the need to accelerate their digital transformation. They were struggling, and quickly realizing that the data and applications they needed to effectively run their business in this new environment were in dire need of modernization. 3Cloud knew we had to quickly support and engage with these clients to ensure that they survived and thrived in these unprecedented times," says Mike Rocco, 3Cloud Founder and CEO.
The strong relationship with Microsoft is a cornerstone of 3Cloud's proven success. This year they were awarded Microsoft Partner of the Year across multiple categories, including:
- Worldwide Winner Migration to Azure
- Worldwide Winner Solution Assessments
- US Winner Solution Assessments
- US Winner Modernizing Applications
- Worldwide Finalist Analytics
- Worldwide Finalist Healthcare & Life Sciences
3Cloud was selected from over 3,900 worldwide and 1,800 national partner nominations, for demonstrating excellence in digital innovation and modernizing clients' data estates and applications on the Microsoft Azure platform. "3Cloud has been a key partner to the Solution Assessment team since inception. They have continuously demonstrated how to lead customers to successful cloud outcomes across the U.S. via our portfolio of engagements and drive shorter time to value for our shared customers." – Chris Daniels, Microsoft GM US Solution Assessment Team
As a top Microsoft services partner focused 100% on the Azure platform, 3Cloud helps clients build, migrate, modernize, and manage their applications, infrastructure, data and analytics in the cloud. Founded by Mike Rocco and Jim Dietrich who served over 15 years together at Microsoft, 3Cloud combines a team of highly experienced cloud architects and technologists with a strong network of Microsoft sales and engineering relationships to deliver the ultimate Azure experience for clients. 3Cloud is headquartered in Chicago and serves clients throughout the U.S. To learn more, visit www.3cloudsolutions.com.
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Former Honduran president pleads not guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearm charges
By Maria Santana, CNN
Former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández on Tuesday pleaded not guilty in US court to federal drug trafficking and firearms possession charges.
The indictment in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York charges Hernández with cocaine importation conspiracy, possession of machine guns and destructive devices, and conspiracy to possess machine guns and destructive devices.
“As is charged in the indictment, Hernández abused his position as President of Honduras from 2014 through 2022 to operate the country as a narco-state,” US Attorney General Merrick Garland said in April.
Hernández was extradited to the United States in April after he was arrested in February at the request of the US government.
About a month before his arrest, US federal prosecutors claimed Hernández helped an alleged drug trafficker deliver thousands of kilos of cocaine to the US in exchange for hefty bribes. His administration denied the allegation.
On Tuesday, Hernández entered the New York courtroom wearing a navy blue jail outfit and nodded toward those in attendance, including journalists and members of the public. On the way out several members of the public shouted at him, “murderer,” “time to repent JOH,” and “rat.”
Hernández was listening via an interpreter. When asked how he would plea, he responded in Spanish “not guilty, your honor.”
The former Honduran leader left office in January, having served eight years as president.
At the time of his extradition, the US Justice Department also unsealed an indictment alleging Hernández engaged in a conspiracy to protect and profit off smugglers moving cocaine from Central and South America into the United States.
Hernández’s brother, Tony Hernández, is currently serving a life sentence in a US federal prison for drug trafficking.
According to court filings in that case, US authorities believe Hernández was a co-conspirator in the operation, funneling drug money to help fund his presidential campaigns. Hernández has repeatedly denied those allegations.
The next hearing for Hernández is scheduled to take place on September 28. Castel said he hopes to impanel a jury by early next year and set a tentative January 17, 2023 date for beginning of trial.
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NORWALK, Conn., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Terex Corporation (NYSE: TEX) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share. The dividend is to be paid on June 21, 2022 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on June 6, 2022.
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Pride Fest fosters diversity and understanding
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MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — There was no rain for rainbows but there were plenty out at Cooper Riverside Park Saturday for Mobile Pride.
The group’s mission is to serve the LGBTQ community in southwest Alabama by celebrating equal rights, fostering diversity and understanding, and promoting physical, mental and spiritual health.
The group also used Saturday’s event to speak out against anti-gay and transgender legislation.
Prism United volunteer Donnie Lindsey said, “Love this organization. It does some really great things for the youth in this area. And really helps them have a safe space to explore their identities and just talk about developing as youth.”
Prism United also held a pride prom for area LGBTQ youth.
Mobile pride invests all proceeds towards community events.
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KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban on Sunday announced a ban on harvesting poppies, even as farmers in some parts of the country began extracting the opium from the plant that is needed for making heroin.
The Taliban warned farmers that their crops will be burned and that they can be jailed if they proceed with the harvest. The harvest and planting seasons vary across Afghanistan. In the Taliban heartland of southern Kandahar the harvesting has begun but in the east of the country some farmers are just beginning to plant their crop.
In desperately poor Afghanistan the ban seems certain to further impoverish its poorest citizens at a time when the country is in an economic free fall.
The decree was announced by Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid at a news conference in the capital of Kabul. The order also outlawed the manufacturing of narcotics and the transportation, trade, export and import of heroin, hashish and alcohol.
The ban is reminiscent of the previous Taliban rule in the late 1990s when the movement espousing a harsh interpretation of Islam outlawed poppy production. At that time, the ban was implemented countrywide within two years, and according to the U.N. largely helped eradicate poppy production.
However, after the ouster of the Taliban in 2001, farmers in many parts of the country returned to poppy production. Poppies are the main source of income for millions of small farmers and day laborers who can earn upwards of $300 a month harvesting them and extracting the opium.
Today, Afghanistan is the world’s largest producer of opium, despite billions of dollars spent by the international community during its 20 years in Afghanistan to eradicate the drug. In 2021, before the Taliban takeover, Afghanistan produced more than 6,000 tons of opium, which the U.N. Office on Drugs and Crime said could potentially yield 320 tons of pure heroin.
Afghanistan produces more opium than all opium-producing countries combined and last year was the sixth straight year of record opium harvests.
During the years-long Taliban insurgency, the movement reportedly made millions of dollars taxing farmers and middle men to move their drugs outside Afghanistan. Senior officials of the U.S.-backed government also reportedly made millions on the flourishing drug trade.
Washington spent more than $8 billion trying to eradicate poppy production in Afghanistan during its nearly 20-year war, which ended with the Taliban takeover of the country in August.
Nearly 80% of heroin produced from Afghan opium reaches Europe through Central Asia and Pakistan.
According to a U.N. report in 2021, income from opiates in Afghanistan was between $1.8 billion and $2.7 billion, more than 7% of the country’s GDP. The same report said “illicit drug supply chains outside Afghanistan” make much more.
The Taliban’s ban comes as the country faces a humanitarian crisis that spurred the U.N. to ask for $4.4 billion last month as 95% of Afghans do not have enough to eat.
The ban, while hitting drug production houses hard, will likely devastate small farmers who rely on opium production to survive. It’s difficult to know how the Taliban will be able to create substitute crops and financing for farmers, at a time when international development money has stopped.
Afghanistan’s poorest often use the promise of the next year’s poppy harvest to buy staples such as flour, sugar, cooking oil and heating oil.
When the Taliban last ruled, they employed village elders and mosque clerics to enforce the ban. In villages that ignored the ban, the Taliban arrested the elders, clerics and offending farmers.
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Russia presses Ukraine assault as Putin marks Victory Day
ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) - Russian forces pushed forward Monday in their assault on Ukraine, seeking to capture the crucial southern port city of Mariupol as Moscow celebrated its Victory Day holiday.
Determined to show success in a war now in its 11th week, Russian troops pummeled a seaside steel mill where an estimated 2,000 Ukrainian fighters are making their last stand in the port city of Mariupol.
The mill is the only part of the city not overtaken by the invaders. Its defeat would deprive Ukraine of a vital port and allow Russia to establish a land corridor to the Crimean Peninsula, which it seized from Ukraine in 2014.
The Ukrainian military’s General Staff warned of a high probability of missile strikes and said that Russian troops were seizing “personal documents from the local population without good reason” in Russian-controlled areas of Zaporizhzhia — the city where many fleeing Mariupol have gathered. The military alleged Russian troops were seizing documents to force residents to join in Victory Day commemorations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned the anniversary, which marks the Soviet Union’s triumph over Nazi Germany in 1945, could bring a renewed onslaught.
“They have nothing to celebrate,” Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, said of the Russians, speaking on CNN. “They have not succeeded in defeating the Ukrainians. They have not succeeded in dividing the world or dividing NATO. And they have only succeeded in isolating themselves internationally and becoming a pariah state around the globe.”
Speaking Monday at a military parade marking the holiday, Russian President Vladimir Putin sought to justify his invasion, by claiming that it was necessary to ward off what he described “an absolutely unacceptable threat just next to our borders.” He has repeatedly alleged that Ukraine was planning to attack Russia — which Kyiv has flatly denied.
“The danger was rising by day,” he claimed, adding that “Russia has preemptively repulsed an aggression.”
Putin again scolded the West for failing to heed the Russian demands for security guarantees and a rollback to NATO’s expansion, arguing that it also left Moscow no other choice but to invade.
But he did not — at least so far — give any signal as to the next phase of the conflict nor did he claim the complete capture of Mariupol, which his forces have bombarded and besieged for weeks.
Ukrainian fighters in the steel mill in the port city have rejected Russian-set deadlines for laying down their arms, even as attacks continued by warplanes, artillery and tanks.
“We are under constant shelling,” said Capt. Sviatoslav Palamar, deputy commander of the Ukrainian Azov Regiment, a unit holding the steel mill.
Lt. Illya Samoilenko, another Azov Regiment member, said a couple hundred wounded soldiers were in the plant. He declined to say how many able-bodied fighters remained. Fighters lack lifesaving equipment and are having to dig by hand to free people from bunkers that collapsed under shelling.
“Surrender for us is unacceptable because we cannot grant such a gift to the enemy,” Samoilenko said.
The last of the civilians who had taken shelter with fighters at the plant were evacuated Saturday. They arrived Sunday night in Zaporizhzhia, the first major Ukrainian city beyond the frontlines, and spoke of constant shelling, dwindling food, ubiquitous mold — and using hand sanitizer for cooking fuel.
Britain’s Defense Ministry warned in a daily intelligence report on Twitter that Russia was running short of precision-guided munitions and increasingly is using inaccurate rockets and bombs, subjecting Ukrainian towns and cities to “intense and indiscriminate bombardments with little or no regard for civilian casualties.”
More than 60 people were feared dead after a Russian bomb flattened a Ukrainian school being used as a shelter in Bilohorivka, an eastern village, Ukrainian officials said.
About 90 people were sheltering in the school’s basement when it was attacked Saturday. Emergency crews found two bodies and rescued 30 people, but “most likely all 60 people who remain under the rubble are now dead,” Serhiy Haidai, governor of Luhansk province, wrote on the Telegram messaging app.
Russian shelling killed two boys, ages 11 and 14, in the nearby town of Pryvillia, Haidai said. Luhansk is part of the Donbas, the industrial heartland in the east that Russia’s forces are working to capture.
Explosions echoed across the major Black Sea port of Odesa.
Keeping up their dogged resistance, Ukraine’s military struck Russian positions on a Black Sea island that was captured in the war’s first days. A satellite image by Planet Labs showed smoke rising from two sites on the island.
But Moscow’s forces showed no sign of backing down in the south. Satellite photos show Russia has put armored vehicles and missile systems at a small base in the Crimean Peninsula.
Ukraine’s military also warned some 19 Russian battalion tactical groups were stationed just across the border in Russia’s Belgorod region. Those groups likely consist of some 15,200 troops with tanks, missile batteries and other weaponry.
The most intense combat in recent days has taken place in eastern Ukraine. A Ukrainian counteroffensive in the northeast near Kharkiv, the country’s second-largest city, was making “significant progress,” according to the Institute for the Study of War, a Washington think tank.
However, the Ukrainian army withdrew from the embattled eastern city of Popasna after two months of fierce fighting. Rodion Miroshnik, a representative of the pro-Kremlin, separatist Luhansk People’s Republic, said its forces and Russian troops had captured most of the city.
The Kharkiv regional administration said three people were killed in shelling of the town of Bogodukhiv, about 50 kilometers (30 miles) from Kharkiv.
South of Kharkiv, in Dnipropetrovsk province, the governor said a 12-year-old boy was killed by a cluster munition that he found after a Russian attack. An international treaty bans the use of such explosives, but neither Russia nor Ukraine has signed the agreement.
“This war is treacherous,” Gov. Valentyn Reznichenko wrote on social media. “It is near, even when it is invisible.”
As Victory Day turned attention toward Putin, Western leaders showed new signs of support for Ukraine.
The Group of Seven industrial democracies pledged to ban or phase out imports of Russian oil. The G-7 consists of the U.S., Canada, Britain, Germany, France, Italy and Japan.
The United States announced other new sanctions, cutting off Western advertising from Russia’s three biggest TV stations, banning U.S. accounting and consulting firms from providing services, and cutting off Russia’s industrial sector from wood products, industrial engines, boilers and bulldozers.
U.S. first lady Jill Biden met with her Ukrainian counterpart. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau raised his country’s flag at its embassy in Kyiv. And U2′s Bono, alongside bandmate The Edge, performed in a Kyiv subway station that had been used as a bomb shelter, singing the 1960s song “Stand by Me.”
The acting U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, Kristina Kvien, posted a picture of herself at the American Embassy, and described plans for the eventual U.S. return to the Ukrainian capital after Moscow’s forces abandoned their effort to storm Kyiv weeks ago.
Zelenskyy released a video address marking the day of the Allied victory in Europe 77 years ago. The black-and-white footage showed him in front of a ruined apartment block in Borodyanka, a Kyiv suburb.
Drawing parallels between Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the evils of Nazism, Zelenskyy said generations of Ukrainians understand the significance of the words “Never again,” a vow not to allow a repeat of the horrors of the Holocaust.
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Gambrell reported from Lviv, Ukraine. Yesica Fisch in Bakhmut, David Keyton in Kyiv, Yuras Karmanau in Lviv, Mstyslav Chernov in Kharkiv and AP staff around the world contributed to this report.
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PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Vessels off the East Coast must slow down more often to help save a vanishing species of whale from extinction, the federal government said Friday.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration made the announcement via new proposed rules designed to prevent ships colliding with North Atlantic right whales. Vessel strikes and entanglement in fishing gear are the two biggest threats to the giant animals, which number less than 340 and are falling in population.
Efforts to save the whales have long focused on fishing gear, especially that used by East Coast lobster fishermen. The proposed vessel speed rules signal that the government wants the shipping industry to take more responsibility.
“Changes to the existing vessel speed regulation are essential to stabilize the ongoing right whale population decline and prevent the species’ extinction,” state the proposed rules, which are slated to be published in the federal register.
The new rules would expand seasonal slow zones off the East Coast that require mariners to slow down to 10 knots (19 kilometers per hour). They would also require more vessels to comply with the rules by expanding the size classes that must slow down. The rules also state that NOAA would create a framework to implement mandatory speed restrictions when whales are known to be present outside the seasonal slow zones.
Federal authorities spent a few years reviewing the speed regulations used to protect the whales. The shipping rules have long focused on a patchwork of slow zones that require mariners to slow down for whales. Some of the zones are mandatory, while others are voluntary.
Environmental groups have made the case that many boats don’t comply with the speed restrictions and that the rules need to be tighter. Environmental organization Oceana released a report in 2021 that said noncompliance was as high as nearly 90% in voluntary zones and was also dangerously low in the mandatory ones.
“The government is proposing a significant improvement in protections for North Atlantic right whales today, which are constantly at risk from speeding vessels,” said Gib Brogan, a campaign director at Oceana. “It’s no secret that speeding vessels are rampant throughout North Atlantic right whales’ migration route, all along the East Coast.”
Many members of the shipping industry were keenly aware the new speed rules were on the way. The London-based International Chamber of Shipping, which represents more than 80% of the world merchant fleet, has been working with the International Maritime Organization and other stakeholders to better protect the right whales, said Chris Waddington, the chamber’s technical director.
The chamber’s members are used to complying with speed limits in whale zones, he said.
“The shipping industry takes the protection of whales seriously and has undertaken measures to safeguard them, from engaging stakeholders to reducing speed and rerouting,” Waddington said. “There is always more that can be done, and that is why we are working with the IMO and conservationists on reviewing maritime guidelines.”
The whales were once numerous off the East Coast, but their populations plummeted due to commercial whaling generations ago. Although they’ve been protected under the Endangered Species Act for decades, they’ve been slow to recover.
More than 50 of the whales were struck by ships between spring 1999 and spring 2018, NOAA records state. Scientists have said in recent years that warming ocean temperatures are causing the whales to stray out of protected areas and into shipping lanes in search of food.
Environmentalists have said that’s a good reason to tighten protections. The proposed shipping rules will be subject to a public comment process before they can become law.
“This proposal is a step in the right direction, but it won’t help a single right whale until it’s actually finalized,” said Kristen Monsell, an attorney for environmental group Center for Biological Diversity.
The whales give birth off the coast of Georgia and Florida and head north to feed off of New England and Canada. They’re popular with whale watching tours that leave from places such as Provincetown, Massachusetts, and Portland, Maine, in the summer.
Members of New England’s lobster fishing industry have made the case that too many rules designed to save the whales focus on fishing and not on vessel strikes. Some characterized the new vessel speed rules as overdue.
Fishermen are unfairly being held accountable for whale deaths that occur due to vessel strikes, said Patrice McCarron, executive director of the Maine Lobstermen’s Association, which is the largest fishing industry association on the East Coast.
“This is putting a tremendous amount of pressure on the lobster industry to continue to alter our fishery to account for right whale deaths not connected to the lobster fishery,” McCarron said. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/ships-must-slow-down-more-often-to-save-whales-feds-say/ | 2022-07-29T17:47:07Z |
- Data Shows EV Test Drives Increase Purchase Interest
- All New Car Sales in NY to be Zero emissions (EV) by 2035
- Outdoor EV Festival Offers Ability to Ride, Drive, Demo, and Feel the Exhilarating Thrill of All Things "EV"
LONG ISLAND, N.Y., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrify Expo, North America's largest electric-vehicle festival, charges into New York Saturday, August 27, and Sunday, August 28, at the Nassau Coliseum. The outdoor festival offers attendees the chance to test-drive and try-before-they-buy hundreds of the world's leading EV mobility brands, including electric cars, e-bikes, e-motorcycles, e-skateboards, e-scooters, and more.
Last month EVs passed the critical tipping point of 5% of new car sales in the U.S., according to a recent Bloomberg analysis, signaling the start of mass adoption. The United States still has a long way to go to achieve its 40% carbon reduction goals. Most states, including New York, are mandating that all new car sales be zero carbon by 2035.
"Consumer Reports' most recent survey documents that the best way to spike interest and adoption of electric vehicles is to put consumers behind the wheel or on the seat of one; and that's exactly what we're doing at Electrify Expo," said BJ Birtwell, founder and executive producer of Electrify Expo. "Additionally, tax credits for both new and used EVs are going to be critical in spurring EV adoption. If the proposed $4,000 for a used EV and $7,500 new EV tax credits pass in this week's legislative package, it makes Electrify Expo the place to be where attendees can test out everything all in one place."
Attendees of Electrify Expo will experience nearly 1 million square feet of exhibits and test rides and learn about EV technology and charging. Brands like BMW, Toyota, Kia, Lexus, Polestar, Volvo, Volkswagen, Chrysler, and Harley-Davidson's Livewire will be on-site. E-Bike brands like Specialized, SUPER 73, and many others are also on display and doing demos. Multiple demo courses for one-wheel, two-wheel, three-wheel, and the latest in electric vehicles offer the thrill and excitement of what it means to go electric. The family-friendly festival also includes the Hover-1 Kids Zone with test rides for New York's younger thrill seekers.
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Dear Annie: I have a dear friend from high school who I’ve never lost touch with. We have the kind of friendship where it doesn’t matter if we haven’t talked for months; she is there to listen and stand up for me. As we’ve grown older, our lives have changed. She has gotten married, and I have a long-term partner. After much difficult effort, she got pregnant and finally had a daughter whom the whole family dotes on.
The problem comes with how she treats her stepsons. She is an incredibly harsh disciplinarian with them, even for silly things or complete accidents. Her husband intercedes on their behalf in the moment, but he does nothing to try to get her to change this behavior, which I feel is emotionally abusive.
I don’t know how to talk to this friend who I love and value about how she is damaging innocent lives around her. When we talk about the boys, it is obvious she does care about them, but her standards and expectations seem arbitrary, and her reaction if they aren’t met is often incredibly harsh.
I only see her in person a couple of times a year at most; it hasn’t even been that often since the pandemic.
How do I help her? How do I help the boys whom I feel she’s hurting? I know that they’ve considered running away before. And every child deserves to feel safe and loved!
— Friend of the Wicked Stepmother
Dear Friend: You are right that every child deserves to feel safe and loved. It is beautiful that you are so close to this friend, but it is beyond ugly to contemplate how she is treating her stepchildren. Sit her down and talk to her straight about your observations. If she is as good a friend as you claim, she will appreciate the advice. She might not be aware of how harshly she is treating the boys and needs a wake-up call.
Also, if she wants to have a nice environment for her biological daughter, emotionally abusing her stepbrothers is going to damage her little girl as well. Blending families can be tricky but also beautiful when done with awareness, kindness and patience. | https://www.tdtnews.com/life/advice_columns/article_4c6517f8-f974-11ec-9e8a-fb8e205b96dd.html | 2022-07-05T07:48:50Z |
Southern Baptists agree to keep list of accused sex abusers
ANAHEIM, California (AP) — The Southern Baptist Convention voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to create a way to track pastors and other church workers credibly accused of sex abuse and launch a new task force to oversee further reforms in the nation’s largest Protestant denomination.
The vote came three weeks after the release of a blockbuster report by an outside consultant on the long-simmering scandal, revealing that Southern Baptist leaders mishandled abuse cases and stonewalled victims for years. Thousands of Southern Baptists are here in Anaheim for their big national meeting.
The vote fell short of what some survivors of abuse in Southern Baptist churches sought, such as a compensation fund for victims and a more robust and independent commission to monitor its churches’ handling — and mishandling— of abuse. And it also met opposition from some who contended the crisis was overhyped and that it interfered with Baptist churches’ independence.
But Bruce Frank, who led the task force that recommended the reforms, made an emotional plea for church representatives to accept them as they gathered here at the start of their two-day annual meeting. He called the steps the “bare minimum.”
“It will take a few years to change the culture and direction,” he said. “But without action to act differently, there is no repentance.”
He challenged those who would say these steps interfere with Baptists’ focus on missions, saying that “protecting the sheep from the wolves” is essential to mission.
“How are you going to tell a watching world that Jesus died for them ... when his church won’t even do its very best to protect them?” Frank asked.
He acknowledged that executing these recommendations would cost “a lot of money.”
“But it’s not going to cost nearly as much as survivors have paid,” he added.
During debate, some Baptists criticized the consulting firm that conducted the report, Guidepost Solutions, for its recent tweet in support of Pride month, which goes against the SBC’s view that homosexuality is sinful.
“I didn’t like their tweet either,” Frank said, adding that it is important to recognize that the company’s perspective on sexuality and gender is simply different from a Christian denomination’s views. “The issue is not, what does Guidepost think of LGBT? The issue is what do Southern Baptists think of sexual abuse.”
The report, focused on how the denomination’s Executive Committee handled abuse cases, also revealed that it had secretly maintained a list of clergy and other church workers accused of abuse, even after long claiming it couldn’t do so without violating congregations’ autonomy. The committee later apologized and released the list, which had hundreds of accused workers on it.
Frank also reiterated the need for a database of abusers, which he said has been discussed by the SBC for more than a decade. He said a database is crucial to ensure abusers are not going from church to church, hurting more vulnerable people.
Brad Eubank, senior pastor of Petal First Baptist Church in Petal, Mississippi, urged messengers to approve the recommendations. Eubank was sexually abused as a child by a minister of music at a Southern Baptist church in Mississippi. He said these recommendations should serve as a “starting point.”
“As a pastor I’ve talked to countless survivors and victims,” he said. “The world is watching. This is not everything that needs to be done, but it’s a starting spot. Please, let’s start the healing process today.”
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Smith reported from Pittsburgh.
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Casino worker gets ‘grand send-off’ into retirement after 55-plus years with company
LAS VEGAS (KVVU/Gray News) - A casino employee who has called Caesars Palace home for more than 55 years has officially retired.
According to Caesars Entertainment, Benny Figgins was hired at the property on April 27, 1967, and held positions in five different departments. He was also the final first-year employee working at the resort.
KVVU reports Figgins began his career with Caesars as a casino porter, assisting with maintaining cleanliness throughout the casino floor. He then became a convention porter and helped set up various events. Later, Figgins worked as a dishwasher at the original Bacchanal restaurant kitchen and a busboy in the Circus Maximus showroom.
Since 1971, Figgins served as a blackjack dealer in the original Palace Casino dome, the company said.
On Wednesday, Caesars Entertainment said Figgins received a “grand send-off fit for a Caesar” to help celebrate his retirement.
According to the company, Caesars Palace team members sent Figgins on his way through the resort’s main entrance after his final shift with “good wishes and cheers.” He left work for the last time with a special limo ride to his home.
Caesars Entertainment said that in honor of Figgins’ retirement, the company gifted him a commemorative plaque and a string of crystals from the chandelier that hung in the original casino dome at Caesars Palace.
As part of a recent renovation of the resort’s main entrance, the company notes that the gaming area where Figgins worked for the past five decades underwent an upgrade that included a new chandelier, columns and carpeting.
In June 2016, Caesars Palace noted that Figgins was one of five year-one employees still working at the property. The group received a 50th anniversary pin in honor of their work.
According to the company, some of Figgins’ most memorable moments included meeting celebrities such as Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Diana Ross, Henry Belafonte and Joe Louis.
Those weren’t his only highlights, as Figgins said he met his wife while working at the property in the early 1970s. The company said Figgins’ wife retired after working at the resort for 38 years as an operator and also a table games dealer. The couple has three daughters.
Figgins said he would miss working at Caesars Palace, which has been his home away from home.
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Stepping up: Next generation of royals to see more scrutiny
LONDON (AP) — Prince William and wife Kate made a surprise joint appearance with Prince Harry and wife Meghan on Saturday, warmly greeting a large crowd gathered outside Windsor Castle to remember their long-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II.
Their “walkabout,” the first time the brothers have appeared amicably together in public since March 2020, comes at a time when the younger generation of Britain’s royal family must step up their responsibilities significantly.
William, long second-in-line to the throne, is now the heir apparent after his father, King Charles III, became Britain’s new monarch upon his mother’s death. That means William and Kate, both 40 and parents of three young children, immediately assume a much more central role as the new face of the monarchy.
William and Harry had been on frosty terms terms since Harry quit as a senior royal and moved to the U.S. two years ago. Their show of unity Saturday was reportedly initiated by William and left some observers hoping that Harry, 37, might return to the fray and support his elder brother in sharing the heavy workload now on William’s shoulders.
“Certainly William and Catherine, as the new Prince and Princess of Wales, will be even more in the media spotlight if that’s possible,” said Joe Little, managing editor of Majesty magazine. “Until Thursday, there was a buffer between him and the throne. That buffer has now been removed.”
It’s a stark contrast to how thing were just two weeks ago, when William and Kate announced they were moving their family from central London to a more rural base in Windsor. Observers thought they were seeking more privacy and a more “normal” upbringing for their children, who just started a new year together at a private school.
Long before he became King Charles III, Britain’s new monarch indicated that he wanted a “slimmed down” monarchy with a tighter core group of full-time working royals and lower expenses.
That was before Harry’s move — and before the princes’ uncle, Prince Andrew, was effectively banished from public life following sexual misconduct scandals.
Not many other recognizable “working royals” — members of the royal family who officially represent the monarch — were left to share the hundreds of official engagements and numerous overseas visits undertaken each year.
The group includes Charles and his wife, Camilla, now the Queen Consort; William and Kate; the queen’s only daughter, Princess Anne; and the queen’s youngest child, Prince Edward, and his wife, Sophie. Also working royals, but much lesser known, are the queen’s first cousin, Prince Richard, and his wife, Birgitte.
In his first speech to the nation, which was broadcast Friday, Charles formally bestowed his own title, the Prince of Wales, to William. Kate is now the Princess of Wales, and is the first person since William’s late mother, Princess Diana, to hold the title.
William and Kate also inherit Charles and Camilla’s other honorary titles, the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall. That means managing and taking income from an estate comprising land across the U.K. that is reportedly worth 1 billion pounds.
“With Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the center ground where vital help can be given,” Charles said Friday.
In his speech, Charles said he knows won’t be able to devote as much time and energy to causes he cares most about, such as the environment and climate change.
William will now likely spend more time championing those topics. He has already made his mark by founding the Earthshot Prize, an ambitious “legacy project” expected to hand out millions of pounds in grants for environmental initiatives over the next 10 years.
Charles also spoke of Harry in his address to the nation, expressing his “love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas.”
Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, moved away from the U.K. to seek financial independence and freedom from severe British media scrutiny into their lives.
The couple is now settled in California with their two young children. Both Harry and Meghan have repeating aired their unhappiness with the royals since their departure.
During their appearance Saturday with William and Kate, both couples accepted flowers and condolences from people who pressed against road barriers outside the gates of Windsor Castle. They shook hands with many and stopped to talk to both adults and children.
In his first statement since the queen’s death, William spoke of his grief and how he and his wife have benefited from her wisdom, guidance and support.
“It will be some time before the reality of life without Grannie will truly feel real,” he wrote Saturday. “I will honour her memory by supporting my father, The King, in every way I can.”
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Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant Waltzes into Round 2
The Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant waltzed into round two of the competition on Thursday evening at The Carl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson.
Thirty-six vivacious beauties from all over Tennessee continued their quest to become Miss Tennessee.
Hundreds of pageant-goers filled the civic center cheering on their favorite contestant.
Thursday night's competition continued in three categories: Fitness and Wellness, Talent, and Evening Wear. The contestants had already been grouped into groups of A, B, and C, rotating between competitive categories each day leading up to the final competition giving.
Pageant kick-off:Miss Tennessee Volunteer pageant kicks off a week of glitz, glamour and competition
Each contestant modeled across the stage showing off a one-piece or two-piece swimsuit of their choice. The winner of the Fitness and Wellness category, better known as the swimsuit category, came from Group A, Miss Davidson County, Dezirey Simono.
"I am Miss Davidson County, and I just won the fitness and wellness category," Simono beamed with excitement. "I am very excited just to be able to showcase a healthy lifestyle free of diet culture but one of self-love. I am very excited and very happy to be here."
After the Fitness and Wellness competition, the pageant continued with the Talent competition. The contestants wooed the crowd with their many different talents. From singing to dancing and yodeling, the poised beauties entertained the crowd.
The winner of the talent competition came from Group B, Miss Queen City, and Noelle Thompson.
"I yodeled to the song 'I Want to be a Cowboy Sweetheart," Thompson said. "I was very excited to take this award and the $1,000 scholarship."
Thompson also raved about the energy from the crowd and how it added so much more to the performance, giving her a boost of confidence and enjoyment while on stage.
After the talent competition, it was time for the elegant evening wear round, showing each contestant's style and charm.
The third round of pageantry will continue tonight at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson.
Katrina Smith is the education reporter at The Jackson Sun. Send those story ideas to kmsmith@gannett.com | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/news/2022/06/17/miss-tennessee-volunteer-pageant-round-2-jackson/7651380001/ | 2022-06-17T22:12:40Z |
Partnership Brings Combined Expertise in Electronic Transit Payments
MARKHAM, ON, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Enghouse Transportation, a unit of Enghouse Systems Limited (TSX: ENGH) has partnered with electronic payment firm Switchio (a division of Monet+) to expand its automated transit fare collection offering.
Enghouse Transportation, an established provider of automated fair collection transit software solutions in the Netherlands, Central Europe and Eastern Europe, is expanding into the North American market.
"Our strategic cooperation with Switchio bolsters our ability to deliver transit solutions in the United States, Canada and other markets," said Toofan Otaredian, Managing Director of Enghouse Transportation.
"Switchio has unique strengths in its Smart Cities portfolio, especially EMV card acceptance in public transit and parking. Switchio also offers modular solutions that enable quick and effortless EMV bank card payments for transit systems and operators."
Switchio is headquartered in the Czech Republic. The Company participated in the country's first chip payment card systems. "We're very pleased to embark on this new collaboration with Enghouse," said Switchio transport business leader, Jaroslav Stuchlík. "We have already established a presence in the Americas with a successful implementation in Guatemala and another is currently underway in Chile. We now look forward to introducing our innovative digitalization solution to the North American market."
Enghouse Transportation is an innovative provider of end-to-end electronic ticketing technologies that also provides transit agencies and operators with improved passenger experiences and cost-cutting hardware and software solutions. Customized to the needs of each client, Enghouse Transportation delivers expert solutions in automated fare collection (AFC), sales and service, and back-office systems. For more information, please visit www.enghousetransportation.com.
Switchio is a powerful software platform that enables public transit operators to manage multiple open-loop electronic payments in a variety of ticketing modes under a single system. Delivered as a comprehensive white-label solution for contactless passenger ticketing, it brings operators substantial savings while elevating the passenger experience to new levels of convenience. In addition to transport, Switchio also has applications in sectors that include retail, parking and petrol stations. At its core is a secure payment switch that gives businesses the ability to partner with the acquirer and hardware provider of their choice. For more information, please visit Switchio.com.
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DETROIT, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently Tel K. Ganesan Founder/Executive Chairman of Kyyba, Inc., was unanimously voted to the Ascension Providence Hospital Foundation board of trustees. A serial entrepreneur/investor, philanthropist, and film producer, Ganesan is most widely recognized for the successful leadership of his innovative Michigan-headquartered global IT company, boasting over 700 employees and millions in annual revenue. Now, he will provide crucial direction for the bright future of Ascension's innovative approach to patient care and wellness.
"Holistic wellness and medical innovation have long been a passion of mine," shares Ganesan. "Serving Michigan for over 140 years, I believe that Ascension can become a global health innovation center. I'm eager to support this hospital in an effort to find real, lasting solutions to both current and long-term challenges."
By partnering with Ganesan, the Ascension board is thrilled to gain access to Kyyba's global network of resources that can empower an effective, cutting-edge response to real-world organizational and technological changes. Under Ganesan's leadership, the workforce management and high-performance technology solutions company has proven itself an industry leader in developing strategic methods to scale talent and digital capabilities while providing unlimited support for seamless business continuity.
"Tel Ganesan is a successful entrepreneur who has built several businesses utilizing innovative ideas and hard work while remaining true to his core values to look for ways to improve society. The Ascension Providence Foundation operates on these same principles and Mr. Ganesan's business acumen will have a visible impact as we move forward with work to improve the medical excellence and future health of the community." - Terence Durkin, Foundation Board Chair
As the Foundation's newest board member, Ganesan will take an immediate and active role in building the hospital's promising future. His initial approach includes a strong focus on strengthening multi-cultural ties through community outreach programs and establishing ongoing relationships with key community members. Ganesan will also provide vital insights into potential areas ripe for innovation/disruptive tech, researching and implementing collaborative, enterprise-driven solutions through the Ascension Innovation Hub powered by Kyyba Innovations.
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VANCOUVER, BC, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Aris Gold Corporation (Aris Gold or the Company) (TSX: ARIS) (OTCQX: ALLXF) reports voting results of its Annual General and Special Meeting of shareholders held earlier today.
Shareholders holding 83,516,014 shares or 60.59% of the outstanding shares of the Company participated directly or were represented by proxy at the meeting. The meeting voting results are as follows.
Election of Directors
The number of directors to be elected was fixed at eight and the following directors were elected to the Board:
Appointment of Auditors
KPMG LLP were re-appointed as auditors of the Company for the ensuing year with their remuneration to be set by the Board.
Approval of Issuance of Common Shares upon Debenture Conversion
Also today, disinterested shareholders voted in favour of an ordinary resolution authorizing and approving the issuance of up to 20 million common shares of the Company that may be required to be issued to GCM Mining Corp. on conversion of all or some of the US$35 million 7.5% unsecured convertible debenture issued by Aris Gold Acquisition Corp., as announced on April 12, 2022.
Aris Gold is a Canadian mining company listed on the TSX under the symbol ARIS and on the OTCQX under the symbol ALLXF. The Company is led by an executive team with a demonstrated track record of creating value through building globally relevant gold mining companies. In Colombia, Aris Gold operates the 100%-owned Marmato mine, where a modernization and expansion program is under way, and as of April 12, 2022, operates the Soto Norte joint venture, where environmental licensing is advancing to develop a new gold mine. Aris Gold also owns the Juby project, an advanced exploration stage gold project in the Abitibi greenstone belt of Ontario, Canada. Aris Gold plans to pursue acquisition and other growth opportunities to unlock value creation from scale and diversification.
Additional information on Aris Gold can be found at www.arisgold.com and www.sedar.com.
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Gas prices continued their decline this week with regular gas hitting $3.87 per gallon on Thursday, according to AAA. Gas prices have declined for more than 70 consecutive days since hitting a record high national average of $5.02 per gallon on June 14.
Experts continue to warn that gas prices, which are inextricably tied to crude oil prices, could rise again as the factors that contributed to oil market volatility for most of this year—Russia’s war, low refinery capacity—are still at play.
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Sherman-Denison, TX metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of Aug. 25, 2022. State gas tax data is from World Population Review. Connecticut and New York have temporarily suspended gas taxes to help consumers while the cost of gas has increased.
Sherman by the numbers
– Gas current price: $3.25
— Texas average: $3.41
— Texas gas tax: $0.20 per gallon (#42 highest among all states)
– Week change: -$0.14 (-4.0%)
– Year change: +$0.49 (+17.5%)
– Historical expensive gas price: $4.82 (6/16/22)
– Diesel current price: $4.59
– Week change: +$0.22 (+4.9%)
– Year change: +$1.76 (+62.3%)
– Historical expensive diesel price: $5.41 (6/19/22)
Metros with the most expensive gas
#1. San Luis Obispo-Atascadero-Paso Robles, CA: $5.68
#2. Lihue (Kauai), HI: $5.67
#3. Kahului, HI: $5.51
Metros with the least expensive gas
#1. McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX: $3.10
#2. Brownsville-Harlingen, TX: $3.12
#3. Corpus Christi, TX: $3.17
States with the highest gas tax per gallon
#1. Pennsylvania: $0.59
#2. California: $0.53
#3. Washington: $0.52
States with the lowest gas tax per gallon
#1. Alaska: $0.0895
#2. Hawaii: $0.16
#3. Virginia: $0.162 | https://cw33.com/news/local/how-gas-prices-have-changed-in-sherman-in-the-last-week-2/ | 2022-08-28T18:36:26Z |
Increase To $0.80 Per Share, Company's 55th Consecutive Annual Dividend Increase
NEW BRITAIN, Conn., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) announced today that its Board of Directors approved a $0.01 increase of its quarterly cash dividend to $0.80 per common share. This marks the 55th consecutive annual dividend increase for the company. The dividend is payable on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.
Stanley Black & Decker's President and CEO, Donald Allan, Jr., commented, "A strong and growing dividend is a key element of our shareholder value proposition and is consistent with our capital deployment philosophy which has delivered approximately half of our excess capital to shareholders over the long-term. We are pleased to continue this trend of consecutive increases, which maintains our compelling dividend payout and reflects the confidence we have in our long-term cash generation potential."
About Stanley Black & Decker
Headquartered in the USA, Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is the world's largest tool company operating nearly 50 manufacturing facilities across America and more than 100 worldwide. Guided by its purpose – for those who make the world – the company's more than 60,000 diverse and high-performing employees produce innovative, award-winning power tools, hand tools, storage, digital tool solutions, lifestyle products, outdoor products, engineered fasteners and other industrial equipment to support the world's makers, creators, tradespeople and builders. The company's iconic brands include DEWALT, BLACK+DECKER, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, Cub Cadet, Hustler and Troy-Bilt. Recognized for its leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG), Stanley Black & Decker strives to be a force for good in support of its communities, employees, customers and other stakeholders. To learn more visit: www.stanleyblackanddecker.com.
Stanley Black & Decker Investor Contacts
Dennis Lange
Vice President, Investor Relations
dennis.lange@sbdinc.com
(860) 827-3833
Cort Kaufman
Senior Director, Investor Relations
cort.kaufman@sbdinc.com
(860) 515-2741
Christina Francis
Director, Investor Relations
christina.francis@sbdinc.com
(860) 438-3470
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Savio joins IDB with more than 25 years of experience in the investment banking industry
NEW YORK, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IDB Bank, a New York-based private and commercial bank, announced Ken Savio as President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IDB Capital, IDB Bank's broker-dealer subsidiary. As CEO, Savio will oversee the growth of IDB Capital as the Bank expands its wealth management business. He will also serve as a member of the IDB Senior Management Team and will report to Ziv Biron, IDB Bank's President & CEO.
A seasoned leader with more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Savio has successfully led several broker-dealer entities, most recently serving as CEO of Olivetree Financial Group's U.S. business. In this role, he was responsible for regional management and development of the firm's U.S. equities business as well as expanding the firm's US growth strategy. Prior to his tenure at Olivetree, he held similar senior management roles at Macquarie, Cantor Fitzgerald and Bear Stearns & Cos., Inc.
"We are thrilled to bring Ken on as IDB Capital's CEO," said IDB Bank President & CEO Ziv Biron. "Ken's extensive leadership experience and deep industry knowledge will be invaluable in driving our wealth management business as we continue to bring forward leading capabilities to serve our clients."
IDB Capital offers personalized wealth management products and services to high-net worth domestic and international clients. IDB Capital makes available a full-range of brokerage products and services including but not limited to retirement planning, equities, fixed income instruments, mutual funds and alternative products.
"IDB Capital's impressive growth continues to showcase the invaluable importance of relationship-first practices in financial services," said Savio. "Our clients believe strongly in our customer-first focus, and IDB Capital is no exception. I'm excited to join the team and bring my own experience to the table as we grow the business together and continue furthering IDB's vision and promise to make wealth management personal."
Savio is a graduate of Fordham University, where he received his BA in Political Science and MBA in Finance.
About Israel Discount Bank of New York ("IDBNY" or "IDB Bank")
IDB Bank is a New-York State-chartered commercial bank, a member of the FDIC, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Israel Discount Bank LTD., one of Israel's leading banks. In addition to its Manhattan headquarters and branch offices in Brooklyn, N.Y, Staten Island, N.Y and Short Hills, N.J, the Bank maintains other full-service branches in South Florida and Southern California. The Bank provides a complete range of private banking and commercial banking services to U.S and international clients.
For 70 years IDB Bank has built its business by fostering deep relationships with its clients, rapid decision-making, and the ability to develop custom-tailored solutions for both its domestic and international clientele. To learn more about IDB Bank visit www.idbny.com
IDB Bank is a registered service mark of Israel Discount Bank of New York. MEMBER FDIC.
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BELTON — The Belton Lady Tigers needed a victory Tuesday night to ensure a playoff berth.
Their explosive offense, coupled with solid pitching by Lole Reyes, made sure it happened.
Belton scored in every inning to top Killeen Shoemaker 13-3 in five innings as the Lady Tigers clinched a postseason berth with one game remaining against last-place Killeen.
“Our goal was to just hit the ball hard and find places for it,” Belton coach Rachel Reekstin said. “It feels good to (make the playoffs), and now we are going to battle for the third spot.”
At 8-5 in district, Belton trails Bryan by a game for third place. Bryan plays league-leading Harker Heights in the regular-season finale Friday.
Kaylee Rodriguez paced the Lady Tigers with a 4-for-4 night, with two doubles and three RBIs, and Malorie Holman crushed a solo home run in the third.
“I just go up there thinking about what we need, not just how far it goes,” Rodriguez said. “We want to go as far as we can and push ourselves are far as we can.”
The Lady Tigers posted three runs in the first and kept the pressure on.
Leadoff batter McKenzie Drake set the plate with a single, and Mia Garza walked before Rodriguez doubled into the left-center gap to plate Drake. Garza scored on a Kaylee Jordan groundout, and Rodriguez came in when Reyes reached on an error to put the Lady Tigers up 3-2.
Belton added two runs in the second, with Rodriguez driving in Drake and Garza by bashing a double off the left-field wall for a 5-2 advantage.
Holman’s home run accounted for the Lady Tigers’ run in the third.
“My teammates do a good job of picking me up,” Holman said. “That one was straight down the middle. It was a money ball, and I just tried to see what I could do with it.”
Three Shoemaker errors and three Belton hits led to a three-run fourth for the Lady Tigers, with Rodriguez, Jordan and Reyes all coming home for their 9-3 lead.
Belton needed four in the fifth to end the game early, and it got what it needed with base hits from Jacci Myers, Drake, Rodriguez and Reyes. Jordan came in with the game-ending run on a Ramsey Curran groundout.
Shoemaker posted a pair of runs in the first, highlighted by Jaden Crenshaw’s RBI double. The Lady Grey Wolves added an unearned run in the third.
Reyes went the distance for Belton, allowing two hits, walking two, hitting one and striking out 11. Lorynn Wolf took the loss for Shoemaker. | https://www.tdtnews.com/sports/article_2dd39960-c056-11ec-9d2d-835dce1a93b4.html | 2022-04-20T05:44:57Z |
NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Natera, Inc. ("Natera") (NASDAQ: NTRA) 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 of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Natera common stock between February 26, 2020, and April 19, 2022, inclusive.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Natera, 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 Natera includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company's non-invasive prenatal test, Panorama, was not reliable and resulted in high rates of false positives; (2) the Company's screening test for kidney transplant failure, Prospera, did not have superior precision compared to competing tests; (3) as a result of defendants' false and misleading claims about Natera's technology, the Company was exposed to substantial legal and regulatory risks; (4) Natera relied upon deceptive sales and billing practices to drive its revenue growth; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about the company's business, operations, and prospects lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: June 27, 2022
Aggrieved Natera investors only have until June 27, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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Vincent Wong, Esq.
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Suite 304
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Tel. 212.425.1140
E-Mail: vw@wongesq.com
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Mortgage rates continue to climb
By Anna Bahney, CNN Business
Mortgage rates moved higher this week, continuing an upward trend that has kept rates above 5% since mid-April.
The 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.30% in the week ending May 12, up from 5.27% the week before, according to Freddie Mac. It is the highest since 2009 and well above the 2.94% average from this time last year.
As mortgage rates rise and the cost of buying a home increases, some buyers are expected to drop out of the market. That, in turn, is likely to reduce competition in some markets, slowing the pace of home price growth.
But an increase in mortgage applications last week showed buyers remain undeterred — despite rising mortgage rates, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
“Homebuyers continue to show resilience even though rising mortgage rates are causing monthly payments to increase by about one-third as compared to a year ago,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist.
Several factors are contributing to this continued demand, he said, including the large wave of first-time homebuyers looking to buy. Plus, the spring is typically the peak buying season.
“In the months ahead, we expect monetary policy and inflation to discourage many consumers, weakening purchase demand and decelerating home price growth,” said Khater.
Last week the Federal Reserve bank announced it would raise the federal funds rate by half a percentage point, the biggest jump since 2000, in a bid to curb inflation. Mortgage rates tend to track 10-Year US Treasury bonds. But rates are also indirectly impacted by the Fed’s actions on inflation.
“Yields on 10-year Treasury notes have held steady around 2.9% in recent weeks, but mortgage rates continued their climb in response to the Federal Reserve’s increase in the target rate,” said Joel Berner, Realtor.com’s senior economic research analyst.
The Fed governors and the Biden administration have set their sights on reducing inflation, Berner said. But with the consumer price index — a key inflation indicator — remaining high and the major stock market indexes continuing a week-long slide, “the dirty word on the lips of American economists and financiers is ‘recession.’“
As long as regulators are focused on stemming inflation, a significant drop in mortgage rates is not expected to happen. For homebuyers, that means challenges will continue to mount as listing prices remain at record highs and the number of homes for sale hover near historic lows.
“The rising cost of living and falling value of investments make saving for a down payment more difficult, and higher mortgage rates make borrowing for a home more expensive,” said Berner.
Some buyers are getting priced out of the market altogether ahead of the busy summer season, he said, taking some pressure off of listing prices.
There are some early indications of a price slowdown, said Berner. In each of the past two months, the percentage of listings that have cut their listing price has been increasing compared to a year ago.
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The following statement is attributed to Binita Ashar, M.D., director of the Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices in the FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health.
SILVER SPRING, Md., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a safety communication informing patients and providers about reports of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and various lymphomas located in the capsule or scar tissue around breast implants. After an initial extensive review, we currently believe that the risk of SCC and other lymphomas occurring in the tissue around breast implants is rare. However, in this case, and when safety risks with medical devices are identified, we wanted to provide clear and understandable information to the public as quickly as possible.
In some reported cases, patients were diagnosed years after having breast implants and presented with findings such as swelling, pain, lumps or skin changes. These emerging reports of lymphoma in scar tissue are different from Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL), which the FDA began communicating about as a potential risk more than a decade ago.
The FDA's work in the area of patient-centered risk communication for these devices has accelerated in recent years, including convening stakeholders to share perspectives that have informed the FDA's regulatory oversight and implementation of new requirements for manufacturers. We continue to engage top cancer experts and are consulting with our Oncology Center of Excellence to ensure a coordinated approach informed by leaders in the field. Additionally, the agency continues to closely monitor various data sources, such as the scientific literature, adverse event reports submitted to the agency and is soliciting information from manufacturers regarding any reports they may have regarding SCC and other lymphomas related to the tissue around an implant.
We know that breast implants are not lifetime devices, and that the longer a patient has breast implants, the more likely they will need to be removed or replaced. We also understand that information regarding breast implant risks can be overwhelming for a patient. For this reason, we encourage review of our website with attention to patient labeling, which has easy to understand information in the patient brochure.
Right now, we do not have enough information to say whether breast implants cause these cancers or if some implants pose higher risk than others. For this reason, instances of SCC, lymphoma and any cancer located in the scar tissue around breast implants should be reported to the FDA. Our collective understanding has advanced significantly because of the efforts to study, communicate and act when needed. As the agency moves further into adopting modernized approaches to our regulatory responsibilities to promote faster science-based decision-making, accurate data is crucial.
If a patient with breast implants is experiencing a problem, or there is a case of SCC, lymphoma or any other cancer of the breast implant capsule identified, the FDA strongly encourages reporting this through MedWatch, the FDA Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting program. Reporting strengthens our ability to work with manufacturers and others to improve safety.
Today's safety communication underscores our commitment to sharing the information that we regularly gather and analyze so that patients may fully consider and thoughtfully discuss implant risks with their doctors. We will continue to collaborate with other regulatory authorities, clinical and scientific experts, breast implant registries and patients as a part of our commitment to educate and enhance evidence generation on these potential new risks.
Looking ahead, the FDA will soon complete a thorough literature review and continue our partnership with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons as we work to identify ways to collect more detailed information regarding patient cases where cancer in the breast implant capsule has been reported. As we learn more about these cases, we hope to better understand the patient risk and communicate findings to the public.
The safety signal issued today is an emerging issue that will require steadfast, ongoing evaluation and communication with patients, healthcare providers and manufacturers. We remain committed to informing the public of important and emerging medical device safety risks and appropriately take action on behalf of patients and public health.
Media Contact: Audra Harrison, 301-908-6101
Consumer Inquiries: Email, 888-INFO-FDA
The FDA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, protects the public health by assuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of human and veterinary drugs, vaccines and other biological products for human use, and medical devices. The agency also is responsible for the safety and security of our nation's food supply, cosmetics, dietary supplements, products that give off electronic radiation, and for regulating tobacco products.
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VANCOUVER, BC, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Alexco Resource Corp. (NYSE American: AXU) (TSX: AXU) ("Alexco" or the "Company") today provides the following update on operations and exploration at the Company's wholly owned Keno Hill Silver District ("Keno Hill") in Yukon Territory, Canada.
Ramp-up of mining activity at Keno Hill continued to progress in May with sustained underground development performance aided by improved equipment availability at both the Flame & Moth and Bermingham mines. Similarly, the district mill saw improved throughput and metallurgical performance in the same period. Underground advance at Bermingham reached the 1120 level, where the upper portion of the high-grade Bear Zone has been cross-cut with two ore faces and predictive block model grades of 1,900 – 2,000 grams per tonne ("g/t") silver ("Ag") appearing to be well supported or exceeded in mine based rib and face assays. Additionally, in May, the Company milled approximately 5,750 tonnes of ore, representing an approximate 19% increase over April. The mill operated for 16 days in May, nine of those days operating at throughput above the nameplate capacity of 400 tonnes per day ("tpd"). The metallurgical performance continued to be robust, with over 93% total silver recoveries to concentrate and in excess of 16,300 g/t Ag in the lead concentrate.
While the underground performance improvements are notable, and the demonstrated supply of 150-250 tpd of ore to the mill has been important, it is also apparent from results to date that the rate of improvement in the advance of underground development remains insufficient to achieve the necessary number of production headings to sustain 400 tpd feed to the mill before the end of 2022. To rectify this imbalance, the Company has elected to temporarily suspend milling operations for five to six months and to focus all efforts on advancing underground development. After this development period is complete, the Company anticipates accessing, cross-cutting, and having available a total of approximately 120,000 tonnes of ore inventory grading 1,050 g/t Ag at the Bermingham and Flame & Moth mines by year end 2022. Ore extraction and milling operations will be restarted in January 2023, and with our anticipated production, cash self-sufficiency should be achieved within the first quarter of 2023. The Company estimates that more than four million ounces of silver will be delivered as ore feed to the district mill in 2023.
"As previously indicated in May, our operations ramp-up plan is running well behind schedule," said Clynton Nauman Chairman and CEO of Alexco, "and at this juncture we have enough information to determine that the rate of improvement in underground performance is not sufficient to reach a sustainable 400 tpd and cash self sufficiency in 2022. We need to get further ahead with underground development, and that requires five to six months of focused underground advance to ensure we have available, and can maintain, two to three levels of development ahead of primary production levels in each mine. This refocussing of operations is the right decision and it is unquestionably in the best interest of the mine and the Company as a whole. The alternative of continuing to operate under the status quo with slowly improving ore deliveries to the mill for the balance of 2022, only serves to diminish the benefit of extremely high-grade ore, instead of using that benefit to generate free cash flow and hence returns for our shareholders early in 2023."
With transition of operations activities to an interim development focused plan, additional financing will be required. As of the date of this press release, the cash position of Alexco is approximately $14 million with negative working capital of approximately $4.5 million. The final scope, cost, and timing of the interim development-only plan and the subsequent transition back to full mill operations with concentrate shipments in January 2023 remains under review and will be communicated once completed. Additionally, the Company will continue to evaluate all financing and strategic options available to enhance the value of Keno Hill.
In other activities at Keno Hill, surface exploration began with two drills in May with focus in the vicinity of the historic Silver King mine and the Coral Wigwam area, approximately 800 meters along structural trend from the Bermingham Mine. Early indications from shallow geology-defining drill holes in the Coral Wigwam area have identified a structural geology framework potentially similar to that which hosts the Bermingham deposit. The next phase of this work will focus on deeper drilling of the targeted structure(s) within permissive stratigraphy, areas which proved highly productive in the adjacent Bermingham deposit.
The disclosure of all other scientific and technical information in this news release regarding mine development and operations has been reviewed and approved by Sebastien D. Tolgyesi, P.Eng., P.Geo. (Keno Hill Operations Manager, Alexco), who is are Qualified Persons as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
Alexco is a Canadian primary silver company that owns and operates the majority of the historic Keno Hill Silver District, in Canada's Yukon Territory, one of the highest-grade silver mines in the world. Alexco started concentrate production and shipments in 2021 and is currently advancing Keno Hill toward steady state production. Upon reaching commercial production, Keno Hill is expected to produce an average of approximately 4.4 million ounces of silver per year contained in high quality lead/silver and zinc concentrates. Keno Hill retains significant potential to grow and Alexco has a long history of expanding the operation's mineral resources through successful exploration.
Website: www.alexcoresource.com
Some statements ("forward-looking statements") in this news release contain forward-looking information concerning Alexco's anticipated results and developments in Alexco's operations in future periods, planned exploration and development of its properties, plans related to its business and other matters that may occur in the future, made as of the date of this news release. Forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the future remediation and reclamation activities, future mineral exploration, the estimation of mineral reserves and mineral resources, the realization of mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates, future mine construction and development activities, future mine operation and production, the timing of activities and reports, the timing and results of development activity, the timing and amount of estimated revenues and expenses, the success of exploration activities, permitting time lines, requirements for additional capital and sources and uses of funds. Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which could cause actual events or results to differ from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such factors include, among others, risks related to actual results and timing of exploration and development activities; actual results and timing of mining activities; actual results and timing of environmental services activities; actual results and timing of remediation and reclamation activities; conclusions of economic evaluations; changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined; future prices of silver, gold, lead, zinc and other commodities; possible variations in mineable resources, grade or recovery rates; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; accidents, labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry; First Nation rights and title; continued capitalization and commercial viability; global economic conditions; competition; and delays in obtaining governmental approvals or financing or in the completion of development activities. Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions that management believes are reasonable at the time they are made. In making the forward-looking statements included in this news release, Alexco has applied several material assumptions, including, but not limited to, the assumption that Alexco will be able to raise additional capital as necessary, that the proposed exploration and development will proceed as planned, and that market fundamentals will result in sustained silver, gold, lead and zinc demand and prices. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Alexco expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by applicable securities legislation.
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroTransponder®, Inc. closed an oversubscribed $53 million Series E funding round led by US Venture Partners (USVP), a multi-stage investment firm. GPG Ventures and Exceller Hunt Ventures return as existing investors alongside new venture investors that include Osage University Partners, Action Potential Venture Capital and The Vertical Group. The company plans to use the funds to commercialize the Vivistim® Paired VNS™ System and establish it as the recommended rehabilitation intervention for stroke survivors working to improve their quality of life through more hand and arm mobility.
MicroTransponder announced seasoned medical device executive Richard Foust as CEO and Director. "Our investors are energized by MicroTransponder's vision to enable treatment for the millions of stroke survivors that have ongoing moderate to severe upper limb impairment. Our goal has always been to establish Vivistim Paired VNS as the gold-standard stroke rehabilitation intervention. Today is the day this therapy can help more stroke survivors get back to the daily activities, hobbies and experiences they love," said Foust.
Foust has over 25 years of strategic leadership in global medical device development and commercialization. He has held executive roles that spanned research and development, marketing, sales and general management at Velano Vascular, Analyte Health, Abbott Vascular, Guidant Corporation, and Perclose.
As part of the investment, Casey Tansey of USVP and Bill Harrington of Osage University Partners will join the board of directors.
"I'm enthusiastic about the MicroTransponder team and the success they have had in building the clinical foundation for Vivistim," said Tansey. "The quality of the clinical evidence can lead the therapy to become the standard of care and significantly improve outcomes for stroke survivors."
Vivistim is MicroTransponder's first FDA-approved use of its novel neuroplasticity-based medical device platform. Vivistim is designed to enhance daily living for people suffering from neurological conditions that impair sensory and motor function.
Health care professionals and stroke survivors interested in learning more about Paired VNS can visit Vivistim.com.
About MicroTransponder®, Inc.
MicroTransponder®, Inc. is a privately held, global medical device company based in Austin, Texas, committed to developing research-based neuroscience solutions. The company focuses on restoring independence and dignity for people suffering from neurological conditions that impair sensory and motor function. MicroTransponder's FDA-approved Vivistim® Paired VNS™ System is a first-of-its-kind, clinically proven medical technology that generates two to three times more improvement in upper limb function than rehabilitation alone for stroke survivors after six weeks of in-clinic therapy. For more information, visit Vivistim.com.
- Dawson et al. Vagus nerve stimulation paired with rehabilitation for upper limb motor function after ischaemic stroke (VNS-REHAB): a randomised, blinded, pivotal, device trial. Lancet. 2021; 397: 1545–1553.
CONTACT: Julie Lopez, julie@microtransponder.com
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First Prospective Study of Treatment in Patients with Wild-Type RAS Colorectal Cancer and Left-Sided Primary Tumor
Results From the Phase 3 PARADIGM Trial Being Featured During ASCO 2022 Plenary Session
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. and OSAKA, Japan, June 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company (TSE: 4502) today announced that new data from the Phase 3 PARADIGM clinical trial of Vectibix® (panitumumab) in Japanese patients with previously untreated unresectable wild-type RAS metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) are being featured during the June 5 Plenary Session (Abstract #LBA1) of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting being held in Chicago and online.
PARADIGM is a randomized trial conducted in Japan comparing the efficacy and safety of Vectibix plus mFOLFOX6 compared to bevacizumab plus mFOLFOX6 in chemotherapy-naive patients with unresectable advanced mCRC (n=823). This trial was conducted by Takeda. This is the first prospective trial to evaluate treatment options for patients with wild-type RAS mCRC and left-side primary tumor (descending colon, sigmoid colon, and rectum).
"Data from the PARADIGM study demonstrate the superiority of Vectibix over bevacizumab, both with chemotherapy, further establishing this Vectibix combination regimen as a standard of care for first-line treatment of wild-type RAS metastatic colorectal cancer," said David M. Reese, M.D., executive vice president of Research and Development at Amgen. "These study results build on the long history of Vectibix in the treatment of advanced colorectal cancer and reinforce the importance of comprehensive biomarker testing to identify all eligible patients."
The results of the trial showed that the mFOLFOX6 + Vectibix combination provides a statistically significant improvement in overall survival (OS) over the mFOLFOX6 + bevacizumab combination in patients with a left-sided primary tumor or regardless of tumor locations (median OS for left-sided tumors: 37.9 vs. 34.3 months, HR=0.82 [95.798% CI: 0.68-0.99], p=0.031, overall median OS: 36.2 vs. 31.3 months, HR=0.84 [95% CI: 0.72-0.98], p=0.030). The safety profile of Vectibix in this study was similar to clinical study results previously published.
"This is the first prospective Phase 3 study of treatment in patients with wild-type RAS, unresectable metastatic colorectal cancer and left-sided primary tumor," said Dr. Takayuki Yoshino, chief for the Department of Gastrointestinal Oncology, and deputy director at the National Cancer Center Hospital East. "These results provide further evidence of the benefits Vectibix provides for treatment in wild-type RAS, left-sided mCRC."
"These results further our understanding of the value Vectibix plus chemotherapy as a first-line treatment may provide for this patient population," said Takafumi Horii, head of the Japan Oncology BU, Global Oncology Unit at Takeda Pharmaceutical. "We are grateful to the patients, families and physicians in Japan who have contributed to this trial as we strive to deliver new therapeutic options for patients with unmet needs around the world."
For more detailed results of the study, please refer to ASCO.org.
The PARADIGM Trial
About Vectibix® (panitumumab)
Vectibix is the first fully human monoclonal anti-EGFR antibody approved by the FDA for the treatment of mCRC. Vectibix was approved in the U.S. in September 2006 as a monotherapy for the treatment of patients with EGFR-expressing mCRC after disease progression after prior treatment with fluoropyrimidine-, oxaliplatin-, and irinotecan-containing chemotherapy.
In May 2014, the FDA approved Vectibix for use in combination with FOLFOX, as first-line treatment in patients with wild-type KRAS (exon 2) mCRC. With this approval, Vectibix became the first-and-only biologic therapy indicated for use with FOLFOX, one of the most commonly used chemotherapy regimens, in the first-line treatment of mCRC specifically for patients with wild-type KRAS mCRC.
In June 2017, the FDA approved a refined indication for Vectibix for use in in patients with wild-type RAS (defined as wild-type in both KRAS and NRAS as determined by an FDA-approved test for this use) mCRC.
INDICATION AND LIMITATION OF USE
Vectibix® is indicated for the treatment of patients with wild-type RAS (defined as wild-type in both KRAS and NRAS as determined by an FDA-approved test for this use) metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC): as first-line therapy in combination with FOLFOX, and as monotherapy following disease progression after prior treatment with fluoropyrimidine-, oxaliplatin-, and irinotecan-containing chemotherapy.
Limitation of Use: Vectibix® is not indicated for the treatment of patients with RAS mutant mCRC or for whom RAS mutation status is unknown.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
BOXED WARNING: DERMATOLOGIC TOXICITY
Dermatologic Toxicity: Dermatologic toxicities occurred in 90% of patients and were severe (NCI-CTC grade 3 and higher) in 15% of patients receiving Vectibix monotherapy [see Dosage and Administration (2.3), Warnings and Precautions (5.1), and Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
- In Study 20020408, dermatologic toxicities occurred in 90% of patients and were severe (NCI-CTC grade 3 and higher) in 15% of patients with mCRC receiving Vectibix®. The clinical manifestations included, but were not limited to, acneiform dermatitis, pruritus, erythema, rash, skin exfoliation, paronychia, dry skin, and skin fissures.
- Monitor patients who develop dermatologic or soft tissue toxicities while receiving Vectibix® for the development of inflammatory or infectious sequelae. Life-threatening and fatal infectious complications including necrotizing fasciitis, abscesses, and sepsis have been observed in patients treated with Vectibix®. Life-threatening and fatal bullous mucocutaneous disease with blisters, erosions, and skin sloughing has also been observed in patients treated with Vectibix®. It could not be determined whether these mucocutaneous adverse reactions were directly related to EGFR inhibition or to idiosyncratic immune- related effects (e.g., Stevens Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis). Withhold or discontinue Vectibix® for dermatologic or soft tissue toxicity associated with severe or life-threatening inflammatory or infectious complications. Dose modifications for Vectibix® concerning dermatologic toxicity are provided in the product labeling.
- Vectibix® is not indicated for the treatment of patients with colorectal cancer that harbor somatic RAS mutations in exon 2 (codons 12 and 13), exon 3 (codons 59 and 61), and exon 4 (codons 117 and 146) of either KRAS or NRAS and hereafter is referred to as "RAS."
- Retrospective subset analyses across several randomized clinical trials were conducted to investigate the role of RAS mutations on the clinical effects of anti-EGFR-directed monoclonal antibodies (panitumumab or cetuximab). Anti-EGFR antibodies in patients with tumors containing RAS mutations resulted in exposing those patients to anti-EGFR related adverse reactions without clinical benefit from these agents. Additionally, in Study 20050203, 272 patients with RAS-mutant mCRC tumors received Vectibix® in combination with FOLFOX and 276 patients received FOLFOX alone. In an exploratory subgroup analysis, OS was shorter (HR = 1.21, 95% CI: 1.01-1.45) in patients with RAS-mutant mCRC who received Vectibix® and FOLFOX versus FOLFOX alone.
- Progressively decreasing serum magnesium levels leading to severe (grade 3-4) hypomagnesemia occurred in up to 7% (in Study 20080763) of patients across clinical trials. Monitor patients for hypomagnesemia and hypocalcemia prior to initiating Vectibix® treatment, periodically during Vectibix® treatment, and for up to 8 weeks after the completion of treatment. Other electrolyte disturbances, including hypokalemia, have also been observed. Replete magnesium and other electrolytes as appropriate.
- In Study 20020408, 4% of patients experienced infusion reactions and 1% of patients experienced severe infusion reactions (NCI-CTC grade 3-4). Infusion reactions, manifesting as fever, chills, dyspnea, bronchospasm, and hypotension, can occur following Vectibix® administration. Fatal infusion reactions occurred in postmarketing experience. Terminate the infusion for severe infusion reactions.
- Severe diarrhea and dehydration, leading to acute renal failure and other complications, have been observed in patients treated with Vectibix® in combination with chemotherapy.
- Fatal and nonfatal cases of interstitial lung disease (ILD) (1%) and pulmonary fibrosis have been observed in patients treated with Vectibix®. Pulmonary fibrosis occurred in less than 1% (2/1467) of patients enrolled in clinical studies of Vectibix®. In the event of acute onset or worsening of pulmonary symptoms interrupt Vectibix® therapy. Discontinue Vectibix® therapy if ILD is confirmed.
- In patients with a history of interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis, or evidence of interstitial pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis, the benefits of therapy with Vectibix® versus the risk of pulmonary complications must be carefully considered.
- Exposure to sunlight can exacerbate dermatologic toxicity. Advise patients to wear sunscreen and hats and limit sun exposure while receiving Vectibix®.
- Keratitis and ulcerative keratitis, known risk factors for corneal perforation, have been reported with Vectibix® use. Monitor for evidence of keratitis or ulcerative keratitis. Interrupt or discontinue Vectibix® for acute or worsening keratitis.
- In an interim analysis of an open-label, multicenter, randomized clinical trial in the first-line setting in patients with mCRC, the addition of Vectibix® to the combination of bevacizumab and chemotherapy resulted in decreased OS and increased incidence of NCI-CTC grade 3-5 (87% vs 72%) adverse reactions. NCI-CTC grade 3-4 adverse reactions occurring at a higher rate in Vectibix®-treated patients included rash/acneiform dermatitis (26% vs 1%), diarrhea (23% vs 12%), dehydration (16% vs 5%), primarily occurring in patients with diarrhea, hypokalemia (10% vs 4%), stomatitis/mucositis (4% vs < 1%), and hypomagnesemia (4% vs 0).
- NCI-CTC grade 3-5 pulmonary embolism occurred at a higher rate in Vectibix®-treated patients (7% vs 3%) and included fatal events in three (< 1%) Vectibix®-treated patients. As a result of the toxicities experienced, patients randomized to Vectibix®, bevacizumab, and chemotherapy received a lower mean relative dose intensity of each chemotherapeutic agent (oxaliplatin, irinotecan, bolus 5-FU, and/or infusional 5-FU) over the first 24 weeks on study compared with those randomized to bevacizumab and chemotherapy.
- Vectibix® can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to a fetus. Advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment, and for at least 2 months after the last dose of Vectibix®.
- In monotherapy, the most commonly reported adverse reactions (≥ 20%) in patients with Vectibix® were skin rash with variable presentations, paronychia, fatigue, nausea, and diarrhea.
- The most commonly reported adverse reactions (≥ 20%) with Vectibix® + FOLFOX were diarrhea, stomatitis, mucosal inflammation, asthenia, paronychia, anorexia, hypomagnesemia, hypokalemia, rash, acneiform dermatitis, pruritus, and dry skin. The most common serious adverse reactions (≥ 2% difference between treatment arms) were diarrhea and dehydration.
To see the Vectibix® Prescribing Information, including Boxed Warning visit www.vectibix.com.
About Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer in women worldwide and the third most common cancer in men. Approximately 1.2 million cases of colorectal cancer are expected to occur globally. With more than 630,000 deaths worldwide per year, it is the third leading cause of cancer-related death in the Western world. The highest incidence rates are found in Japan, North America, parts of Europe, New Zealand, and Australia, and rates are low in Africa and Southeast Asia.[1] Using molecular approaches to identify unique genetic signatures in mCRC has the potential to help improve treatment outcomes.[2]
About Amgen Oncology
At Amgen Oncology, our mission to serve patients drives all that we do. That's why we're relentlessly focused on accelerating the delivery of medicines that have the potential to empower all angles of care and transform lives of people with cancer.
For the last four decades, we have been dedicated to discovering the firsts that matter in oncology and to finding ways to reduce the burden of cancer. Building on our heritage, Amgen continues to advance the largest pipeline in the Company's history, moving with great speed to advance those innovations for the patients who need them.
For more information, follow us on www.twitter.com/amgenoncology.
About Amgen
Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology.
Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.
Amgen is one of the 30 companies that comprise the Dow Jones Industrial Average and is also part of the Nasdaq-100 index. In 2021, Amgen was named one of the 25 World's Best Workplaces™ by Fortune and Great Place to Work™ and one of the 100 most sustainable companies in the world by Barron's.
For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen.
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(NewsNation) — As Americans see new record highs at gas stations across the country, many are rethinking where they fill up their tanks.
The average cost to fill up jumped 25 cents in just one week, smashing records at nearly $4.87 a gallon Monday, according to AAA. It’s double the price of gas when President Joe Biden took office. A gallon of regular gas at the time cost on average $2.38 per gallon in January 2021.
As the Biden administration tries to tame inflation, some say it’s been hard to find significant savings anywhere. But experts tell NewsNation that wholesale club stores Costco, BJ’s and Sam’s Club can be some of the best bets for cheaper gas.
Oil industry consultant Andrew Lipow says it’s partially due to good negotiating, as well as volume — the club stores buy so much gas, they can get it for less than competitors.
“The sheer amount of volume that they sell allows them to be cheaper than the convenience store that you might see at the corner,” Lipow said.
Lipow also says it’s a good marketing move. If stores can reel consumers in with cheaper gas, in some cases as much as 70 cents less than state averages, those people might buy more inside the stores.
Experts tell NewsNation that even if a consumer isn’t buying groceries or big ticket items at a club warehouse, an annual membership at $60 may be worth it if at least six gallons of gas are bought each week at 20 cents a gallon less than competitors.
“I think we’re in for a sustained period of higher gasoline and diesel prices and the consumer is going to have to look around for these club memberships or these programs with the grocery stores in order to save money going forward,” Lipow said.
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Ukrainian church gathers on Easter to help refugees
By Shawnte Passmore
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ORANGEVALE, California (KOVR) — On Easter, local Ukrainian churches saw the celebration as a way to strengthen the hope that their country will be free again.
In a few days, the Russian invasion will enter its second month.
To date, the UN Refugee Agency reports more than 4.8 million Ukrainians escaped the war-torn country.
Most Ukrainian refugees escape to neighboring European countries. In February, the federal government reported a small number of them were at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Now in April, it’s expected that March’s numbers will be much higher based on observations at the border.
Prayers filled Spring of Life Church on Sunday. Their praise mouthed their hearts’ desires – for Ukraine to rise victoriously against their invaders.
Their weaponry involves a different kind of firepower: music.
During an Easter concert Saturday, which featured famous Ukrainian popstar Rulada, the church raised $30,000.
Senior pastor Vadeym Dashkevych tells CBS13 its latest mission is three-fold. Transportation is needed to get Ukrainians out of hotspots.
“The second thing, what we do is we support the people that families [whose siblings has been killed],” Dashkevych said. “That’s food, clothes, and everything that they need.”
As a stage crew broke down the set Sunday, the church worked overtime.
In recent weeks, CBS13 reported how the church sent teams overseas for humanitarian aid. It’s also providing help at the U.S.- Mexico border where refugees are seeking entry.
This week, the church said it’s sending a plane from Los Angeles to fly medicine to Poland before entering Ukraine.
The congregation also has its role.
“I have a family right now,” said Dashkevych. “I guess half of our church has a family in their homes.”
As they open their hearts, they pray peace descends upon Ukraine.
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HONG KONG, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NagaCorp Ltd. ("NagaCorp" or the "Group", SEHK stock code: 3918), which owns, manages and operates NagaWorld, the entertainment centre of the Mekong Region, has received outstanding accolades and been granted the coveted Most Honored Company recognition by the renowned financial publication Institutional Investor for exceptional leadership and investor relations, including "Best Investor Relations", "Best CEO", "Best CFO", "Best IR Professional", "Best IR Team" and "Best Overall ESG" in the Gaming & Lodging sector. The recognition is part of Institutional Investor's 2022 Asia (ex-Japan) Executive Team rankings that are regarded globally as the financial industry's benchmark for excellence.
Within the Gaming & Lodging sector, across all categories, NagaCorp was ranked overall #1 under Small & Mid-Cap and Top 3 under Asia (ex-Japan):
Tan Sri Dr. Chen Lip Keong, Founder, Controlling Shareholder and Senior Chief Executive Officer of NagaCorp, said, "These recognition marks our outstanding success in navigating the business towards a steady, consistent recovery from the effects of the global pandemic. Leveraging our strong resilience and sound business strategies, we are confident in the long-term business prospects and outlook of NagaCorp as the region recovers post-pandemic. The recognition also indicates a great affirmation of our leadership, credibility, as well as our seasoned investor relations team. Our team is humbled to be recognised as the industry's best and our success is a testament to our persistence in upholding high-quality corporate governance and practices that protect our shareholders' interests."
Gerard Chai, Managing Director, Head of Investor Relations of NagaCorp, said, "NagaCorp's outstanding achievement are a testament of our ongoing robust investor relations communications and engagements with the global investing community despite very challenging times for the hospitality and leisure industry, which was badly disrupted by the pandemic. Providing timely, accurate and meaningful information to investors is critical to strengthening investor confidence. We are proud that Institutional Investor has recognised the effectiveness of NagaCorp's investor relations team efforts and our global IR program. The investor relations team is committed to continuously maintaining a world-class standard of engagements and communications to the investing community."
This year, a total of 4,854 portfolio managers and buy-side analysts, and 670 sell-side analysts participated in the 2022 Asia (ex-Japan) Executive Team rankings survey. The 1,612 companies were nominated across 18 sectors this year. The ranking methodology includes (1) IR Team Authority & Credibility (2) Leadership & Communication (3) Accessibility of Senior Executives (4) Business & Market Knowledge (5) Financial Stewardship (6) Responsiveness (7) Disclosure Consistency & Granularity (8) Financially Material ESG Disclosure (9) Corporate ESG Strategy (10) and Timing to market (Timeliness).
For more than 50 years, Institutional Investor has recognised people and firms in the financial services industry for excellence. The integrity of Institutional Investor's editorial and research-supported rankings and awards have earned the highest regard in the industry and continue to set the standard by which excellence is measured. For the past 15 years, Institutional Investor has also provided independent analyses of companies' investor-relations programs, in conjunction with Executive Team rankings.
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ABOUT NAGACORP LTD.
NagaCorp Ltd. has been listed on The Hong Kong Stock Exchange since October 2006 (SEHK stock code: 3918). Established in 1995, NagaCorp's wholly owned subsidiary NagaWorld Ltd. owns, manages and operates the only world-class integrated entertainment and leisure complex in Phnom Penh, the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia. It owns a casino license valid for 70 years, and exclusive gaming rights for a period of around 51 years (1995-2045). NagaCorp was selected for inclusion in the Hang Seng Foreign Companies Composite Index launched on 5 September 2011. On 10 September 2018, the Group was included as a constituent of the Hang Seng Composite Large Cap & Mid Cap Index.
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Leading Stretching Concept Enters Wisconsin, Celebrates 194th and 195th Studio Openings on the Road to 200 Locations
APPLETON, Wis., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stretch Zone, the world's first and largest practitioner-assisted stretching franchise, announced today its first studios to open in Wisconsin on June 20: College Ave, located at 3440 W College Ave, and Delafield, situated in the Shoppes at Nagawaukee, located at 3272 Gold Road.
Along with an additional seven studios in development throughout Wisconsin, these openings come at a key point for the brand. Just days away from its 200th studio opening, Stretch Zone's momentum is continuing to skyrocket as it provides local residents with proprietary, practitioner-assisted stretching sessions to help enhance their quality of life.
"Over the years, we have built an unbeatable concept with our studios nationwide, and we know that the Wisconsin locations will make a significant impact on the lives and well-being of people in the community," said Tony Zaccario, CEO at Stretch Zone. "Once residents have a chance to try out their first 30-minute stretch for free, we know they will continue coming back. We are leaving our mark on the state, and are looking forward to several more studio openings in the coming months. Until then, we can't wait for our franchise partners to open the doors to their new studios."
The College Ave studio will be owned and operated by local practicing chiropractor, Andrew Jones. With over a decade of experience, Jones knows how chiropractic and stretching complement each other, which is why he is eager to open his Stretch Zone studio. Local couple Beckie and Tony Kaczkowski, and long-time friend JoAnn Ley will own and operate the Delafield studio. The Kaczkowski's bring with them years of experience of operating successful businesses in the athletic and wellness industry, and Ley is equipped with vast expertise as an occupational therapist for more than three decades.
Using principles of neuromuscular behavior, each 30-minute practitioner-assisted stretching session at Stretch Zone is designed to improve circulation and create a more ideal resting muscle tone. Whether someone is an athlete or looking to improve their mobility so they can spend quality time with their grandchildren, Stretch Zone is customized to meet everyone's personal needs and goals. Practitioners are nationally accredited through an internally developed training and qualification program to ensure a valuable experience to its clients. The patented stretching system has also earned the trust of chiropractors and complimentary health care professionals. This collective trust in the methodology from clients and professionals alike is why Stretch Zone offers each client their first 30-minute stretch for free.
Stretch Zone offers franchisees a full range of programs and accreditations. The Stretch Zone franchise opportunity differentiates itself with a simplistic, franchisee-first business model backed by a science-based, patented stretching system. In 2021, the brand partnered with Drew Brees, who sits on the Board of Directors, which strategically positions Stretch Zone to continue its stature as a leader in the industry.
For more information about the Stretch Zone studios in College Ave. and Delafield, visit www.stretchzone.com/locations/college-ave/ and www.stretchzone.com/locations/delafield/.
Stretch Zone is the leading franchised stretching concept that offers proprietary, practitioner-assisted stretching sessions to help clients achieve enhanced quality of life. It was founded by Jorden Gold in 2004 after seeing the first-hand benefits assisted stretching brought to his grandfather. With a steady cadence of location openings, Stretch Zone is on the Road to 200, a milestone they will hit in late June. The brand has set a goal to reach 300 locations within one year of hitting the 200-location mark. As a pioneer within the health and wellness space, Stretch Zone uses its patented Stretch Zone Stabilization System to aid in increased mobility and muscle function. The system enables clients to accomplish Flex-ability for Life® with processes to train muscles to move with a greater range of motion, allowing for an easier golf swing or comfortable night's rest. Clients are welcomed into Stretch Zone by nationally accredited practitioners, a relaxing atmosphere and secure equipment. For more information about Stretch Zone, visit www.stretchzone.com.
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MIAMI, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MILLY, the Fashion and Lifestyle favorite of editors, celebrities, and First Ladies, held an exclusive dinner to celebrate the launch of their 2022 Cabana Collection. The cocktail and dinner, hosted by Rookie Sports Illustrated model Olivia Ponton, marked Milly's return to swim and unofficially kicked off Miami Swim Week.
Thirty VIPs made up of press, influencers and buyers enjoyed a preview of the bold, sexy silhouettes that drew inspiration from the sights, sounds and pulsating energy of Miami. To introduce "Cabana" Milly partnered with upscale resort destinations throughout the US to retail the limited-edition Cabana pieces.
Notable attendees from the evening included: Olivia Ponton, SI Model, sister Abigail Ponton, top models Riley Russell, Kenzie Hope and Ana Mia, Real Housewife Adriana De Moura, local notable Nikki Sapp Spoelstra, fashion IT girl Marilyn Sanchez, fashion influencer Kara Ledderman, prominent developer and philanthropists Angela and Lois Birdman, and Bru and Dan Kodsi, influencers Christie Ferrari and Jen Ceballow, Milly designer Hyoung Kim and fashion influencer Denisa Palsha.
Please find images from the evening here and Milly Cabana images.
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MILLY is excited to announce their partnerships with premier resort locations carrying the Cabana Collection, including: Baha Mar Nassau, Loews Miami, Montage Laguna Beach, Montage Cabo San Lucas, One & Only Palmilla, Grace Bay Turks & Caicos, Alys Beach in Alys Florida, and Four Seasons Maui.
MILLY Cabana is also available at Saks Fifth Avenue, specialty boutiques nationwide, and online at Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and www.milly.com.
Since its establishment in 2000, Milly has garnered a cult like following by creating advanced contemporary fashion with a strong feminine point of view. Combining Parisian ateliers with New York energy, Milly continues to offer a bold and edgy twist on classic styles to elevate the modern woman's wardrobe. Strong, confident women all over the world turn to Milly for both wardrobe staples and statement pieces for life's special moments. Effortlessly cool with an adventurous spirit, the Milly woman stands out anywhere.
Milly is worn by inspirational women everywhere including Gwyneth Paltrow, Beyoncé, Kate Middleton, and Michelle Obama, who commissioned the brand to design the dress she wore in her National Portrait Gallery painting in 2018. ALWAYS BOLD, ALWAYS CONFIDENT, ALWAYS MILLY.
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CHICAGO, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AArete, a global management and technology consulting firm, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract by the General Services Administration (GSA), the centralized procurement arm of the federal government (Contract Number 47QTCA22D006U).
This contract is a government-wide, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract that can be used by any federal agency. It was effective as of April 13, 2022, and runs through April 12, 2027.
"We are excited to bring AArete's cross-industry best practices, industry-leading technology solutions, and value-added management consulting services to government agencies," says Amit Srivastava, Vice President.
"This allows us to reconnect with government agencies who have been eager to do business with AArete but didn't have a contracting mechanism. We're delighted that we now have this procurement tool," comments Lynn Jenkins, Senior Director.
The GSA MAS contract award allows government agencies to leverage AArete's management and technology consulting services under three Special Item Numbers (SINs): 54151S (Information Technology Professional Services), 541611 (Management and Financial Consulting, Acquisition and Grants Management Support, and Business Program and Project Management Services), and 541614SVC (Supply and Value Chain Management).
For more information about AArete's GSA MAS schedule, visit the GSA eLibrary.
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About AArete
AArete is a global management and technology consulting firm specializing in digital transformation, strategic profitability improvement, and advisory services. Our cross-industry solutions are powered through modern technology, market intelligence, and big data to drive purposeful change and actionable outcomes. We work across all industries and business functions to optimize operational efficiencies in a compressed timeframe. AArete humanizes data by translating numbers into actionable insights, helping clients make better decisions and standing by their side to foster change with confidence, empathy, and purpose. For more information, visit our webpage or follow us @AArete on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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BOULDER, Colo., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Watchmaker Genomics, a life sciences company specializing in the development of high-stringency applications focused on the reading, writing, and editing of DNA and RNA, today announced it had secured $40 million in an oversubscribed Series A, bringing total funding to date to $53.5 million. The round was led by Decheng Capital, with co-investment from Eclipse Ventures.
Founded in 2019, Watchmaker established an enzyme engineering technology platform that leverages recent advances in computational design and directed evolution. The founding team has deep domain expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS) and clinical oncology assay development and a track record of building successful life science companies, notably Kapa Biosystems, Enzymatics, and ArcherDx. The company launched its first product in 2020 and has since achieved profitability with 175% year-over-year revenue growth. With this Series A round of financing, Watchmaker plans to accelerate investment in its protein engineering platform to deliver a suite of new products that address the demands of clinical sequencing and support emerging applications in single-cell analysis, epigenetics, and cell-free DNA. In addition, the company will expand commercial channels and manufacturing capacity, making these product solutions more broadly accessible to the life science and genomics communities.
"We are thrilled to partner with Watchmaker Genomics as the company enters its next phase of product innovation and commercialization. The experienced team at Watchmaker has already built a strong foundation, and we look forward to supporting their continued growth," said Decheng Capital Partner Victor E. Tong, Jr., who is joining the Watchmaker Board of Directors.
"Watchmaker is developing tools and techniques that will unlock the future of genomics, both in the lab and the clinic. We are excited to partner with this world-class team as they pioneer the new frontier of genomics and ultimately, significantly improve how we treat diseases," said Eclipse Ventures Partner Justin Butler, who will join Watchmaker as a Board Observer.
"The additional financing will enable Watchmaker to more quickly scale our organization to meet the explosive demands of the genomics industry and help to further realize our vision of more personalized medicine and improved human health," said Trey Foskett, CEO and Co-Founder of Watchmaker Genomics. "Decheng Capital is a leading investor in life science and sequencing, and we are excited to have the firm lead our Series A. Watchmaker, Decheng, and Eclipse share a passion for building market-leading, impactful companies, and we welcome Victor and Justin to join us."
This news builds on the company's previously announced collaborations with Twist Biosciences, Element Biosciences, Singular Genomics, and Molecular Loop. Watchmaker will be showcasing its DNA and RNA NGS solutions for clinically relevant sample types and applications at the Advances in Genome Biology and Technology (AGBT) conference from June 6th - 9th in Orlando, FL.
Watchmaker Genomics applies advanced enzymology to enable breakthrough applications for the reading, writing, and editing of DNA and RNA. The company combines domain expertise in protein engineering with large-scale enzyme manufacturing to address the demanding quality, performance, and scale requirements of high-growth clinical genomics applications.
Watchmaker's product portfolio includes enzymes and kits for next-generation sequencing library preparation, synthetic biology, and molecular diagnostics. Based in Boulder, Colorado, the Watchmaker team brings decades of collective experience building successful life science companies, commercializing novel technologies, and advancing clinical genomics applications. Watchmaker partners directly with innovative life science companies, commercial sequencing providers, and pioneering research labs. For more information about Watchmaker Genomics, please visit www.watchmakergenomics.com
Decheng Capital, founded in 2012, is a leading investment firm providing capital and strategic support to early stage life science companies with revolutionary technologies and growth stage healthcare companies with a strong market presence. We are a group of dedicated professionals with complementary expertise who have outstanding track records of building highly successful companies globally. With over $2 billion in capital under management and support from some of the most prestigious LPs in the world, Decheng is poised to deliver superior returns for our investors and create value for our entrepreneur partners.
With over $2 billion in assets under management, 70 portfolio companies, and a team of investors with deep expertise in technology, manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, healthcare and consumer products, Eclipse is one of the US' leading venture capital organizations. Its leadership team has the experience and deep expertise necessary to create and scale complex operations – with partners coming from industry giants, such as Flextronics, Tesla, Apple, Samsara, Intel and GE. Eclipse partners with entrepreneurs boldly transforming the essential industries that define and propel economies. For more information, visit www.eclipse.vc.
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SANAA, Yemen (AP) — The United Nations said Yemen’s warring parties agreed Tuesday to renew an existing truce for two more months after concerted international efforts.
The already 4-month-old cease-fire has been the longest nationwide ease in fighting since the war began in the Arab world’s poorest country nearly eight years ago.
The U.N. envoy to Yemen, Hans Grundberg, said in a statement that the country’s internationally recognized government and the Houthi rebels also agreed to try to arrive at “an expanded truce agreement as soon as possible.”
Yemen’s civil war erupted in 2014, when the Houthis descended from their northern enclave and took over the capital, forcing the government to flee to the south before its exile in Saudi Arabia. A Saudi-led coalition — then backed by the United Sates — entered the war in early 2015 to try to restore the government to power. Since then, the conflict has turned into a proxy war between regional foes Saudi Arabia and Iran, which backs the Houthis.
The truce renewal announcement came hours after an Omani delegation concluded three days of talks with the Houthi leadership, including with the rebels’ chief Abdel-Malek al-Houthi in the capital of Sanaa.
After the announcement, Mohammed Abdel-Salam, the Houthi chief negotiator and spokesman, thanked Oman for its efforts and called for the U.N. to work to open the airport in Sanaa, and the key port of Hodeida in a tweet.
The cease-fire initially took effect April 2 and was extended June 2. However, there have been offensive actions during recent months, including a suspected Houthi shelling last month that killed at least least one child and wounded 10 in Taiz province.
Both sides have publicly announced that they have bolstered their front-line positions, particularly around the oil-rich city of Marib, which the Houthis have been trying to seize for over a year. There were also shows of power through military parades featuring thousands of soldiers. The government and the Houthis both claimed to have documented dozens of truce violations on a weekly basis.
But the cease-fire has brought relief for Yemenis who have suffered from a decade of political turmoil and conflict. Around a third of Yemen’s 30 million population has been facing starvation due to the war and a lack of funding for humanitarian aid, according to the U.N. food agency.
Aside from the lull in violence, the truce established two commercial flights per week from Sanaa to Jordan and Egypt, after the country’s airport was closed to passenger flights for years. The truce also called for the Saudi-led coalition to allow a total of 36 vessels carrying fuel into the port of Hodeida over the course of four months. Only 29 vessels were allowed into Hodeida as of Tuesday, said Essam al-Motwakel, spokesman for the Houthi-run oil corporation.
Both Sanaa and Hodeida are controlled by the Houthi rebels, but blockaded by the Saudi-led coalition.
The truce has also called for opening the roads around Taiz, Yemen’s third largest city, which the Houthis have besieged for years. But the rebels rejected two U.N. proposals to lift the blockade, according to the envoy office. Another item on the agenda is finding a way to pay the country’s public servants, many of whom have gone with little or no salaries for years due to the civil strife. The source of the funding for government employees salaries remains a serious point of contention.
Ahmed Bin Mubarak, the foreign minister of the internationally recognized government, called for the Houthis to reopen Taiz roads and to “ensure that revenues of the Hodeida ports are used to pay public servants salaries.” The ports revenues are collected by the Houthis.
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres hailed the truce extension as a positive development, his spokesman said. “We very much welcome this positive development. The people of Yemen of deserve a country at peace,” U.N. spokesman Stephane Dujarric said.
U.S. President Joe Biden applauded the extension of the months-long truce. He urged the warring parties to seize the moment and reach a “conclusive, comprehensive agreement” to end the conflict.
Aid groups also welcomed the decision to renew the truce and called on Yemeni leaders to see it as an opportunity for more serious work towards peace to be done.
“We hope this two-month extension will allow for the reopening of roads linking cities and regions, enable more displaced people to return to their homes safely, and ensure humanitarian aid can reach people who have been out of reach for far too long because of hostilities,” said Erin Hutchinson, Yemen director for the Norwegian Refugee Council in a statement.
Mohammed Abdulwasea, advocacy manger for the Oxfam charity, called to the implementation of all terms of the truce and to achieve permanent peace. “Now is the time for all parties — and the international community — to work towards a lasting and inclusive peace.” he said.
Tuesday’s extension fell short of a proposed six-month renewal of the cease-fire, according to a government official. The Houthis had wanted more flights from Sanaa airport and more fuel vessels allowed to arrive in Hodeida to agree on that longer period. The internationally recognized government would not discuss the Houthi demands before the opening of Taiz roads, the official said. He spoke on condition anonymity to discuss internal deliberations.
On Sunday, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with Rashad al-Alimi, head of the presidential government, to press for the truce renewal. He said the cease-fire “provides the best opportunity for peace in years — we must not let it slip away.”
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SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jason Matheny, an economist, technologist, national security expert and longtime civil servant, has been named president and chief executive officer of the nonprofit and nonpartisan RAND Corporation, according to Michael Leiter, chair of the RAND Board of Trustees.
Effective July 5, Matheny will become the sixth president and CEO of RAND, a research institution based in Santa Monica, Calif. He succeeds Michael D. Rich, who has led RAND since 2011.
Matheny recently led White House policy on technology and national security at the National Security Council and the Office of Science and Technology Policy. Previously, he was founding director of the Center for Security and Emerging Technology at Georgetown University and director of the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA), where he was responsible for developing advanced technologies for the U.S. intelligence community. Before IARPA, he worked for Oxford University, the World Bank, the Applied Physics Laboratory, the Center for Biosecurity, and Princeton University.
"Jason has long respected RAND's rigor and integrity and has been a voracious consumer of RAND analysis for decades, including while serving in senior U.S. government leadership positions," Leiter said. "As a scientist and longtime civil servant, Jason has a deep appreciation for RAND's accomplishments and distinctive place in the world. He is a compelling speaker and a serious listener, and he is known as a generous and inclusive leader. From our first discussions with him, we were struck by his belief in RAND's ability to help solve the world's most important public policy challenges and by his vision for supporting future generations of policy researchers and leaders."
The search committee reviewed nearly 200 potential leaders from a variety of professional and personal backgrounds. "We engaged with RAND staff, leadership, clients, grantmakers, donors and other stakeholders to help better understand what type of leadership RAND requires at this moment and in the coming years," Leiter said. "To narrow the field, we carefully evaluated candidates' past performance and vision for RAND's future. At the end of this process, Jason's vision, intellectual leadership, research experience, and innovative mindset truly set him apart."
"It's an honor to join RAND, an organization whose people and work I've so long admired," Matheny said. "Since its founding nearly 75 years ago, RAND has been committed to rigorous, unbiased analysis addressing the world's biggest challenges. A new century has brought on new challenges and new opportunities, and we need RAND's help now more than ever."
Matheny has served on many nonpartisan boards and committees, including the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence, to which he was appointed by Congress in 2018. He is a recipient of the Intelligence Community's Award for Individual Achievement in Science and Technology, the National Intelligence Superior Service Medal and the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. He was also named one of Foreign Policy's "Top 50 Global Thinkers."
Matheny holds a Ph.D. in applied economics from Johns Hopkins University, an M.P.H. from Johns Hopkins University, an M.B.A. from Duke University and a B.A. from the University of Chicago.
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Bells man killed in Grayson Co. crash
Published: Jun. 10, 2022 at 4:03 PM CDT|Updated: 12 minutes ago
WHITEWRIGHT, Texas (KXII) - A Bells man was killed in a single vehicle crash early Friday morning on State Highway 160 in Grayson County.
Texas troopers said James Earl Bayless, 64, was travelling north three miles south of Whitewright around 12:30 a.m. when his pickup veered off the highway and struck a utility pole.
Bayless was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead an hour later.
Troopers say the crash remains under investigation.
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SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Monroe® shocks and struts, a leading global brand from Tenneco Inc.'s (NYSE: TEN) DRiV Motorparts group, recently launched new Monroe Intelligent Suspension RideSense™ products in North America. Designed specifically for luxury European vehicles equipped with electronic suspensions, Monroe Intelligent Suspension RideSense is engineered as a direct replacement for OE electronic units, matching their design for an easy, "plug and play" installation while offering a customizable driving experience, from comfort-focused to sport-performance.
Featuring Monroe Intelligent Suspension's Continuously Variable Semi-Active (CVSAe) with external valve technology, RideSense products deliver optimal control and road-holding capabilities under all types of driving conditions, adapting as road conditions change. These new products connect directly into the OE electronic control unit that is part of the vehicle's OE suspension and mounting locations, offering the same fit and valving to provide performance and durability trusted by OE manufacturers. Each Monroe Intelligent Suspension RideSense product contains a self-lubricating fluid seal to retain gas and reduce excess friction against the chrome-plated piston rod, providing longer shock life through the reduction of premature wear. Each RideSense shock or strut is backed by Monroe's new 5-Year limited warranty*.
18 new RideSense part numbers are now available in the US and Canada with exclusive** coverage for a variety of premium European vehicles. Popular applications include shock absorbers for the 2015-2007 Mercedes Benz C-Class; and 2010-2000 Volvo S60 AWD and 2008-1999 V70 AWD.
"With our newest product offering for select European vehicles, we are pleased to continue expanding the Monroe product line with the introduction of Monroe Intelligent Suspension RideSense shocks and struts," said Joe Robinson, brand director, Monroe. "These new products allow us to bring Monroe's OE electronic technology expertise from our Advanced Suspension Technology Group to the aftermarket repair channel and to offer our customers a better repair option for their premium European vehicles."
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North Korea fired two projectiles into waters off the east of the Korean Peninsula Saturday evening, according to the South Korean military, the country's 12th such test this year.
Images published Sunday by North Korea state-owned newspaper Rodong Sinmun showed the country's leader, Kim Jong Un, smiling and clapping as he observed the test-firing of what the newspaper called a "new tactical weapon."
The projectiles were fired from North Korea's Hamhung area around 6 p.m., South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement on Sunday. The projectiles flew about 110 kilometers (about 68.3 miles) at an altitude of 25 kilometers (15.5 miles), with a maximum speed of Mach 4.0 or lower, said the statement.
On Sunday, North Korean state media KCNA reported Kim had observed the test firing of a "new-type tactical guided weapon," which was "carried out successfully." KCNA claimed the new weapon boosted the country's "frontline long-range artillery units."
Immediately after the launch, South Korea's military, intelligence agencies and National Security Office held an emergency meeting to assess the situation and discuss countermeasures, according to the Joint Chiefs of Staff statement.
South Korean President Moon Jae-in is receiving real-time reports from the National Security Office, and has ordered the relevant government ministries to inspect North Korea's movements, Moon's spokeswoman Park Kyung-mee said in a statement Sunday.
Duyeon Kim, an Adjunct Senior Fellow at the Center for a New American Security, said North Korea had been aiming to make missiles that can evade defense systems, with "features that can fly them under the US and South Korea's radars."
"These types of missiles are especially threatening to South Korea and Japan and they're weapons that can be used in or even start a conflict," she said.
North Korea has increased its missile tests this year, including its first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in more than four years on March 24, in defiance of international law.
In just the first four months of 2022, the North has conducted 12 tests; by comparison, it only conducted four tests in 2020, and eight in 2021.
The ICBM was reported to be its most formidable yet -- though missile experts and a South Korean military official later said it may have been a less advanced weapon than previously believed.
Duyeon Kim said the tests could have several purposes: one being a message to the North Korean people that "their country is strong despite their apparent economic difficulties."
North Korea also has "a domestic imperative to make and perfect the types of advanced weapons that Kim Jong Un ordered last year," she said. This year is an important one for the country because of several major dates -- including the 10-year anniversary of Kim Jong Un's rule and the 110th anniversary of the birth of its founder Kim Il Sung -- one of the most important events in the North Korean calendar.
Lee Sang-hyun, president of the South Korean think tank Sejong Institute, said Kim may be under pressure "to show off his achievements." April holds many of those important dates, providing an opportunity "to show off to the world about their country's missile and nuclear capabilities."
Another reason for the recent tests could be to protest the US-South Korea joint military drills set to take place this month, experts said.
North Korea has long condemned these joint drills as posing a grave threat to its security, accusing the US of a "hostile policy" toward the country.
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Meridian Energy will deploy the OCEAN Charge Point Management System for the management and monetization of their public charging network across the country.
CHAM, Switzerland, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Etrel, a Landis+Gyr (SIX: LAND) company providing integrated e-mobility solutions, and Meridian Energy, New Zealand's largest electricity generator, signed an agreement to adopt the Etrel OCEAN Charge Point Management System for the management and monetization of Meridian's public charging network across the country.
Etrel provides integrated EV charging solutions that support the deployment of electric vehicles by focusing primarily on charging technology for powering electric vehicles with green energy sources. Therefore, the selection of Etrel was a perfect match for Meridian, which generates electricity entirely from renewable sources – wind, water and sun.
Meridian's utmost priority is to ensure that its users have a smooth transition and experience using its EV charging network. OCEAN's white-label app will help them increase customer intimacy and build brand awareness while providing an outstanding charging experience. On top of this, OCEAN's extensive integration capabilities will allow Meridian to connect today's service offering with its EV charging service, making it easier for its private and business customers to switch to electric vehicles.
Tim Calder, Emerging Markets and Innovation Lead at Meridian is excited by the opportunity of working with Etrel to bring this software to the New Zealand market: "We know driving electric vehicles is not only great for the environment but also a great experience and we want to make sure that using our EV charging network is no different. Partnering with Etrel means EV drivers using our charging network will be well supported and get that great experience especially across key moments like signing up, finding and using a charger and making payment".
"We are proud to support Meridian's ambitious EV charging network rollout and help reach New Zealand's energy transition objectives", said Rok Poteko, Head of Software Sales at Etrel. "People are at the core of our e-mobility solutions - from the EV drivers who use our white-label app to our partners who manage their customers' journey in the back-end system. We will enable Meridian to provide a seamless EV charging experience."
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President Biden honors Diane Nash with Presidential Medal of Freedom
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The White House says Diane Nash organized some of the most important civil rights campaigns of the 20th century. Now, she is a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor.
President Joe Biden honored Nash and 16 others with the Presidential of Freedom during a Thursday afternoon ceremony.
Biden said Nash showed, “Unmistakable courage and unshakable courage and leadership. Diane Nash gave some of the most important civil rights efforts in American history.”
The White House said it recognized Nash as a founding member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. A group credited with organizing sit-ins and Freedom Rides in the 1960s to protest segregation.
President Biden said, “Her activism echoes the call of freedom around the world today. And yet she is the first to say the medal is shared with hundreds of thousands of patriotic Americans who sacrificed so much for the cause of liberty and justice for all. And by the way, she asked me to make sure to add that because she didn’t want to take all the credit herself.”
On its website, the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee calls Nash “one of the most esteemed student leaders and organizers of the time.” The White House also said Nash worked closely with Dr. Martin Luther King and made an impact across several states.
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Adjusted sensors on ride contributed to Fla. teen’s death in fall
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - Sensors on a Florida amusement park ride had been adjusted manually to double the size of the opening for restraints on two seats, resulting in a 14-year-old boy not being properly secured before he slipped out and fell to his death, according to an initial report released Monday by outside engineers.
The average opening for restraints on the seats on the 430-foot (131-meter), free-fall amusement park ride located in the heart of Orlando’s tourist district was 3.3 inches (8.3 centimeters). However, the opening of the restraint for the seat used by Tyre Sampson, upon inspection, was as much as 7.1 inches (18 centimeters), and the one for another seat was as much as 6.5 inches (16.5 centimeters), according to the report commissioned by the Florida Department of Agriculture, which is investigating the accident.
Sampson was only 14 but already 6 feet, 5 inches tall (195 centimeters) and well over 300 pounds (136 kilograms) when he slipped out of his seat as the ride plunged to the ground at speeds of 75 mph (about 121 kph) or more. The restraint opening was over 6 inches (15.2 centimeters) at the start of the ride with Sampson in the seat but could have expanded to as much as 10 inches (25 centimeters) from the extra weight, the report said.
An inspection showed that sensors used to activate safety lights on the two seats, indicating the harness safety restraints were in place, had been adjusted to allow for the wider openings. The safety lights on Sampson’s seat and on the ride’s control panel were illuminated; if they hadn’t been, the ride would not have started. As the ride slowed down, Sampson slipped through a gap between the seat and safety harness, the report said.
As part of the investigation, two individuals — one 6 feet, 3 inches (190 centimeters) tall, the other 6 feet, 5 inches (195 centimeters), and both weighing between 200 and 300 pounds (90 to 136 kilograms) — were positioned in the seat with openings ranging from 6 to 10 inches (15 to 25 centimeters). They slipped through the restraint, the report said.
“The cause of the subject accident was that Tyre Sampson was not properly secured in the seat primarily due to mis-adjustment of the harness proximity sensors,” said the report from Quest Engineering and Failure Analysis, Inc.
The Orlando Free Fall ride, which is taller than the Statue of Liberty, didn’t experience any electrical or mechanical failures, the report said.
The release of the report marks the initial phase of the investigation into the teen’s death, and “we are far from done,” Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried said at a news conference in Orlando.
Fried said the 30-seat ride, located on a busy strip of International Drive in the heart of Orlando’s tourist district, would remain closed indefinitely.
The report said there were many other “potential contributions” to the accident and that a full review of the ride’s design and operations was needed.
In a statement, an attorney for the amusement ride’s owners, Orlando Slingshot, said the company had followed all protocols, procedures and safety measures provided by the ride’s manufacturer.
“Orlando Slingshot has fully cooperated with the State during the initial phase of its investigation, and we will continue to do so until it has officially concluded,” said Trevor Arnold, the attorney.
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This story has been edited to correct the name of the ride to Free Fall, not FreeFall.
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TIFTON -- Farm family health and wellness is a priority for many rural Georgia communities. As the backbone of Georgia’s No. 1 industry, agricultural producers face unprecedented pressures, including increasing input costs, a flood of produce imports, labor shortages, pandemic protocols for worker safety and more.
A 2019 study by the University of Georgia School of Social Work, conducted before the COVID-19 pandemic, revealed that rural Georgians’ emotional and behavioral health suffer as a result.
Recognizing this reality, the U.S. Department of Agriculture allocated funding for the Georgia Department of Agriculture and UGA Cooperative Extension to help foster enhanced local, regional and statewide collaborations to cohesively support Georgia’s farm families.
As a key part of this opportunity, these partners are hosting a free, one-day summit to dive into Georgia’s farm state of mind.
The event, called “Stress on the Farm: Supporting Well-being of Georgia Farm Families,” is scheduled May 19 from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center. Register at no cost by Thursday at extension.uga.edu.
“This is a complex, multifaceted problem, and UGA Extension is excited to convene a diverse team of experts to help us address this issue," Laura Perry Johnson, head of UGA Extension, said. "So far, our efforts and educational resources have been very well-received by farmers, and several have followed up to avail themselves of the offered counseling and other services.
"My appreciation goes to all of our partners as well as the agriculture agents and specialists who care so deeply about the success and well-being of their clientele.”
Leaders from the American Farm Bureau Federation will share emerging proven practices and recent lessons learned from its Stronger Together: Farm State of Mind platform. Breakout sessions will focus on identifying and leveraging existing community resources and natural supports. Summit participants include:
Keynote speaker: Ray Atkinson, director of communications, American Farm Bureau and Farm State of Mind;
Featured speakers: David Ralston, speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives; Anne Montgomery, assistant professor, Mercer University School of Medicine; Stephanie Basey, director of communications and marketing, Mercer University School of Medicine; Anna Scheyett, professor, University of Georgia School of Social Work; Jennifer Dunn, behavioral health services administrator, Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.
Community leaders are invited to join the conversation to explore how local organizations can engage in this effort and help better serve Georgia farm families. This event is intended for medical providers, counselors, church leaders, UGA Extension agents, policy makers, lenders, local elected officials, county/city municipal staff, pharmacists, school system personnel, agricultural producers and agribusiness owner/operators.
For more information, contact Conference Chair Maria Bowie at (706) 542-3824 or mbowie@uga.edu, or Mark McCann, co-chair, at (706) 542-3824 or astext@uga.edu.
Other members of the planning committee and key project partners include the Georgia Department of Agriculture’s Venessa Sims, Dunn, Georgia Farm Bureau’s Lily Baucom, Scheyett, the UGA College of Family and Consumer Sciences’ Diane Bales, and Andrea Scarrow with UGA Extension's Southwest District. | https://www.albanyherald.com/features/rural-stress-summit-to-connect-georgia-farmers-with-community-resources/article_9ffd5bc6-cfc3-11ec-a7e9-7b5c0067bba5.html | 2022-05-09T19:00:37Z |
California state lawmakers worked late into Wednesday night to pass an aggressive climate legislation package, including $54 billion in new spending on clean energy and drought resilience measures, and a bill to stop the planned closure of the state's last nuclear plant.
Among other things, the legislation will codify new benchmarks to get California to 90% clean electricity by 2035 and 95% by 2040 -- stepping stones toward its already established goal of 100% clean electricity by 2045.
The package's passage is a major victory for Gov. Gavin Newsom, who advocated strongly for new climate measures at the start of the state's legislative session.
Newsom's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
"Our state is facing the most extreme temperatures we've experienced this year, putting our communities, especially our most vulnerable neighbors, at risk," Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins said in a statement. "We're also continuing to deal with an historic drought and the ongoing threat of wildfires.
Atkins called the legislation "tremendous, decisive action" that will help protect California from the climate crisis.
The $54 billion, intended to be spent over five years, contains around $6 billion for electric vehicles and more than $8 billion to decarbonize the state's electrical grid -- which is still heavily reliant on natural gas. It also includes close to $15 billion to improve public transit, and over $5 billion for climate and drought resilience programs.
The legislature also postponed closing California's Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant, voting to keep the plant open until at least 2030. Proponents said the vote will help stabilize the state's electric grid with zero-emissions energy, as the plant provides about 9% of the state's electricity.
Environmental groups have opposed keeping the nuclear plant open, arguing it will be too costly and could have significant environmental impacts.
Continuing to operate the plant beyond its previously planned 2025 close date "exposes the surrounding communities and environment to serious risk while costing taxpayers and ratepayers potentially billions of dollars," Friends of the Earth president Erich Pica said in a statement.
Other clean energy groups, meanwhile, cheered the move.
Clean Air Task Force president Armond Cohen called the nuclear plant's continued operation "a win for climate action, a win for California, and a win for the broader effort to reckon with the realities of decarbonization and grid resilience."
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Business Activity Index at 59.9%; New Orders Index at 59.9%; Employment Index at 49.1%; Supplier Deliveries Index at 57.8%
TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Economic activity in the services sector grew in July for the 26th month in a row — with the Services PMI® registering 56.7 percent — say the nation's purchasing and supply executives in the latest Services ISM® Report On Business®.
The report was issued today by Anthony Nieves, CPSM, C.P.M., A.P.P., CFPM, Chair of the Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) Services Business Survey Committee: "In July, the Services PMI® registered 56.7 percent, 1.4 percentage points higher than June's reading of 55.3 percent. The Business Activity Index registered 59.9 percent, an increase of 3.8 percentage points compared to the reading of 56.1 percent in June. The New Orders Index figure of 59.9 percent is 4.3 percentage points higher than the June reading of 55.6 percent.
"The Supplier Deliveries Index registered 57.8 percent, 4.1 percentage points lower than the 61.9 percent reported in June. (Supplier Deliveries is the only ISM® Report On Business® index that is inversed; a reading of above 50 percent indicates slower deliveries, which is typical as the economy improves and customer demand increases.)
"The Prices Index decreased for the third consecutive month in July, down 7.8 percentage points to 72.3 percent. Services businesses continue to struggle to replenish inventories, as the Inventories Index contracted for the second consecutive month; the reading of 45 percent is down 2.5 percentage points from June's figure of 47.5 percent. The Inventory Sentiment Index (50.1 percent, up 3.9 percentage points from June's reading of 46.2 percent) moved into expansion territory in July after four consecutive months of contraction."
Nieves continues, "According to the Services PMI®, 13 industries reported growth. The composite index indicated growth for the 26th consecutive month after a two-month contraction in April and May 2020. Growth continues — at a faster rate — for the services sector, which has expanded for all but two of the last 150 months. The slight increase in services sector growth was due to an increase in business activity and new orders. The Employment Index (49.1 percent) contracted for the second consecutive month, and the Backlog of Orders Index decreased 2.2 percentage points, to 58.3 percent. Availability issues with overland trucking, a restricted labor pool, various material shortages and inflation continue to be impediments for the services sector."
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
The 13 services industries reporting growth in July — listed in order — are: Mining; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Public Administration; Management of Companies & Support Services; Construction; Educational Services; Other Services; Utilities; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Transportation & Warehousing; Wholesale Trade; and Information. The three industries reporting a decrease in the month of July are: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Retail Trade; and Finance & Insurance.
WHAT RESPONDENTS ARE SAYING
- "Restaurant sales have softened the past few weeks (due to) post-holiday and seasonality factors, but we're also hearing because of consumer pressures, particularly fuel and food prices. Staffing remains a challenge in some markets. Many of our locations in (Los Angeles County) received news that there could be a return to (indoor) mask mandates." [Accommodation & Food Services]
- "Interest rates have significantly impacted the homebuilding market. Cancellation rates have increased, as homebuyers can no longer afford the monthly payment. Traffic to our communities is down. Inflation has sidelined many would-be buyers." [Construction]
- "Strengthening market overall and signs of improvement. Increased prices putting a strain on fixed budgets. There has been a shift from driving down costs to securing continuity of supply. Higher education is growing, with an increase in applicants." [Educational Services]
- "Business continues to remain below pre-pandemic levels. (Patient) census and visits have increased but seem to have plateaued in the last six-month period." [Health Care & Social Assistance]
- "Can feel the economy weakening. Clients are making appropriate moves in anticipation of a recession." [Management of Companies & Support Services]
- "Hiring demand remains robust in most industry sectors. Tech has had a slowdown in hiring and layoffs. It's still a candidate's market, as the number of job openings across all skill levels and positions remains far greater than the number of candidates for those roles." [Professional, Scientific & Technical Services]
- "Rising costs across the board seems to be the big focus now. Fuel and food are the most common focus but it is across the board, and there is pressure of a job market shortage for qualified workers to increase wages and other benefits." [Public Administration]
- "(We are) in inventory reduction mode, attempting to match inventory levels to current lower sales trends." [Retail Trade]
- "Holding steady, but some headwinds are definitely ahead on the economic front. However, supply chain issues appear to be easing, though still not great." [Utilities]
- "Food service remains strong. Retail is softening as mass is overly concerned about inventory and consumer spending." [Wholesale Trade]
Services ISM® Report On Business® data is seasonally adjusted for the Business Activity, New Orders, Employment and Prices indexes. Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® data is seasonally adjusted for New Orders, Production, Employment and Inventories indexes.
*Number of months moving in current direction.
COMMODITIES REPORTED UP/DOWN IN PRICE, AND IN SHORT SUPPLY
Commodities Up in Price
Aluminum Products* (8); Chemicals (4); Coated Freesheet; Computer Accessories; Diesel Fuel (20); Eggs; Electrical Components (18); Fuel* (19); Freight Rates; Gasoline (20); Hotel Rates (3); Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Equipment; Labor (20); Labor — Contingent; Medical Supplies; Steel Products (19); Transformers (2); Transportation Costs; Travel (3); and Utilities.
Commodities Down in Price
Aluminum Products*; Copper Wires; Fuel*; Lumber (2); Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Conduit; and Steel.
Commodities in Short Supply
Appliances (5); Coated Freesheet; Computer Hardware; Electrical Components (4); Food and Beverages; Labor (12); Masks; Microchips (3); Needles and Syringes (7); Paper Products (5); Resin Based Products; Transformers (3); and Vehicles.
Note: The number of consecutive months the commodity is listed is indicated after each item. *Indicates both up and down in price.
JULY 2022 SERVICES INDEX SUMMARIES
Services PMI®
In July, the Services PMI® registered 56.7 percent, a 1.4-percentage point increase compared to the June reading of 55.3 percent. The 12-month average is 60.2 percent, reflecting consistently strong growth in the services sector, which has expanded for 26 consecutive months. A reading above 50 percent indicates the services sector economy is generally expanding; below 50 percent indicates the services sector is generally contracting.
A Services PMI® above 50.1 percent, over time, generally indicates an expansion of the overall economy. Therefore, the July Services PMI® indicates the overall economy has followed the same path as the services sector: expansion for 26 straight months following two months of contraction and a preceding period of 122 months of growth. Nieves says, "The past relationship between the Services PMI® and the overall economy indicates that the Services PMI® for July (56.7 percent) corresponds to a 2.4-percent increase in real gross domestic product (GDP) on an annualized basis."
SERVICES PMI® HISTORY
Business Activity
ISM®'s Business Activity Index registered 59.9 percent in July, an increase of 3.8 percentage points from the reading of 56.1 percent in June, indicating growth for the 26th consecutive month. Comments from respondents include: "With a new fiscal year starting on July 1, an uptick in demand of goods and services" and "Seeing more critical material come in, which allowed us to work on more projects."
The 13 industries reporting an increase in business activity for the month of July — listed in order — are: Mining; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Educational Services; Public Administration; Management of Companies & Support Services; Utilities; Construction; Other Services; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Wholesale Trade; Transportation & Warehousing; and Information. The four industries reporting a decrease in business activity for the month of July are: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Accommodation & Food Services; Retail Trade; and Finance & Insurance.
New Orders
ISM®'s New Orders Index registered 59.9 percent, up 4.3 percentage points from the June reading of 55.6 percent. New orders grew for the 26th consecutive month after two months of contraction and a preceding period of 128 months of expansion. Comments from respondents include: "Requests for new business" and "Moderate volume increases over the previous month."
Eleven industries reported growth of new orders in July, in the following order: Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Mining; Educational Services; Public Administration; Transportation & Warehousing; Other Services; Utilities; Management of Companies & Support Services; Construction; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; and Health Care & Social Assistance. The five industries reporting a decrease in new orders in July are: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Accommodation & Food Services; Retail Trade; Information; and Wholesale Trade.
Employment
Employment activity in the services sector contracted in July for the fourth time in the last six months. ISM®'s Employment Index registered 49.1 percent, up 1.7 percentage points from the June reading of 47.4 percent. Comments from respondents include: "Employee turnover, backfills taking longer to locate and onboard" and "Difficulties hiring new candidates as we lose more people who retire or leave the company for new opportunities."
The eight industries reporting an increase in employment in July — listed in order — are: Mining; Construction; Accommodation & Food Services; Other Services; Management of Companies & Support Services; Public Administration; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; and Wholesale Trade. The seven industries reporting a decrease in employment in July — listed in order — are: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Finance & Insurance; Educational Services; Transportation & Warehousing; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Utilities; and Health Care & Social Assistance.
Supplier Deliveries
The Supplier Deliveries Index registered 57.8 percent, down 4.1 percentage points from the 61.9 percent registered in June. A reading above 50 percent indicates slower deliveries, while a reading below 50 percent indicates faster deliveries. Comments from respondents include: "Lack of drivers for delivery companies due to labor shortages" and "Global supply issues are causing uncertainty on when and how many products will arrive."
The 14 industries reporting slower deliveries in July — listed in order — are: Mining; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Finance & Insurance; Accommodation & Food Services; Educational Services; Construction; Utilities; Health Care & Social Assistance; Management of Companies & Support Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Public Administration; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Transportation & Warehousing; and Information. No industry reported faster deliveries in July.
Inventories
The Inventories Index contracted in July for the second consecutive month after four straight months of growth preceded by an eight-month period of contraction. The reading of 45 percent was a 2.5-percentage point decrease from the 47.5 percent reported in June. Of the total respondents in July, 41 percent indicated they do not have inventories or do not measure them. Comments from respondents include: "Long lead times have consumed safety stock" and "Inventories are still lower than desired due to supply chain issues."
The seven industries reporting an increase in inventories in July — listed in order — are: Mining; Utilities; Wholesale Trade; Educational Services; Transportation & Warehousing; Public Administration; and Professional, Scientific & Technical Services. The 10 industries reporting a decrease in inventories in July — listed in order — are: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Retail Trade; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Other Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Management of Companies & Support Services; Finance & Insurance; Health Care & Social Assistance; Construction; and Information.
Prices
Prices paid by services organizations for materials and services increased in July for the 62nd consecutive month, with the index registering 72.3 percent, 7.8 percentage points lower than the 80.1 percent recorded in June. This is the first Prices Index reading below 80 percent since September 2021 and its steepest month-over-month decrease since an 8.7-percentage point drop in May 2017.
Sixteen services industries reported an increase in prices paid during the month of July, in the following order: Mining; Public Administration; Information; Accommodation & Food Services; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Educational Services; Finance & Insurance; Management of Companies & Support Services; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Transportation & Warehousing; Construction; Health Care & Social Assistance; Other Services; Utilities; and Wholesale Trade. No industry reported a decrease in prices in July.
NOTE: Commodities reported as up in price and down in price are listed in the commodities section of this report.
Backlog of Orders
The ISM® Services Backlog of Orders Index grew in July for the 19th consecutive month. The index registered 58.3 percent, a 2.2-percentage point decrease compared to the June reading of 60.5 percent. Of the total respondents in July, 40 percent indicated they do not measure backlog of orders. Respondent comments include: "Delays caused by long lead times for components" and "Higher backlog than previous month as suppliers try to keep up with orders and slowing deliveries."
The nine industries reporting an increase in order backlogs in July — listed in order — are: Accommodation & Food Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Other Services; Public Administration; Utilities; Educational Services; Retail Trade; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; and Health Care & Social Assistance. The five industries reporting a decrease in order backlogs in July are: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Finance & Insurance; Construction; and Wholesale Trade.
New Export Orders
Orders and requests for services and other non-manufacturing activities to be provided outside of the U.S. by domestically based companies grew in July for the sixth consecutive month. The New Export Orders Index registered 59.5 percent, a 2-percentage point increase from the 57.5 percent reported in June. Of the total respondents in July, 79 percent indicated they do not perform, or do not separately measure, orders for work outside of the U.S.
The six industries reporting an increase in new export orders in July — listed in order — are: Accommodation & Food Services; Mining; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Construction; Utilities; and Educational Services. Six industries reported a decrease in new export orders in July, in the following order: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Information; Transportation & Warehousing; Wholesale Trade; and Professional, Scientific & Technical Services. Six industries indicated no change in new export orders in July.
Imports
The Imports Index contracted in July for the second consecutive month, registering 48 percent, up 1.7 percentage points from June's reading of 46.3 percent. Eighty percent of respondents reported that they do not use, or do not track the use of, imported materials.
The seven industries reporting an increase in imports for the month of July — listed in order — are: Mining; Information; Transportation & Warehousing; Educational Services; Utilities; Wholesale Trade; and Health Care & Social Assistance. The five industries that reported a decrease in imports in July are: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Other Services; and Accommodation & Food Services. Six industries reported no change in imports in July.
Inventory Sentiment
The ISM® Services Inventory Sentiment Index grew in July after four previous months of contraction, registering 50.1 percent, a 3.9-percentage point increase from June's figure of 46.2 percent. This reading indicates that respondents feel their inventories are slightly high when correlated to business activity levels.
The five industries reporting sentiment that their inventories were too high in July are: Retail Trade; Health Care & Social Assistance; Information; Wholesale Trade; and Utilities. The six industries reporting a feeling that their inventories were too low in July — listed in order — are: Accommodation & Food Services; Management of Companies & Support Services; Educational Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; and Construction. Six industries reported no change in July.
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DO NOT CONFUSE THIS NATIONAL REPORT with the various regional purchasing reports released across the country. The national report's information reflects the entire U.S., while the regional reports contain primarily regional data from their local vicinities. Also, the information in the regional reports is not used in calculating the results of the national report. The information compiled in this report is for the month of July 2022.
The data presented herein is obtained from a survey of supply executives in the services sector based on information they have collected within their respective organizations. ISM® makes no representation, other than that stated within this release, regarding the individual company data collection procedures. The data should be compared to all other economic data sources when used in decision-making.
Data and Method of Presentation
The Services ISM® Report On Business® (formerly the Non-Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®) is based on data compiled from purchasing and supply executives nationwide. Membership of the Services Business Survey Committee (formerly Non-Manufacturing Business Survey Committee) is diversified by NAICS, based on each industry's contribution to gross domestic product (GDP). The Services Business Survey Committee responses are divided into the following NAICS code categories: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Mining; Utilities; Construction; Wholesale Trade; Retail Trade; Transportation & Warehousing; Information; Finance & Insurance; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Management of Companies & Support Services; Educational Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Accommodation & Food Services; Public Administration; and Other Services (services such as Equipment & Machinery Repairing; Promoting or Administering Religious Activities; Grantmaking; Advocacy; and Providing Dry-Cleaning & Laundry Services, Personal Care Services, Death Care Services, Pet Care Services, Photofinishing Services, Temporary Parking Services, and Dating Services). The data are weighted based on each industry's contribution to GDP. According to the BEA estimates for 2020 GDP (released December 22, 2021), the six largest services sectors are: Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Government; Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Information; and Finance & Insurance. Beginning in February 2020 with January 2020 data, computation of the indexes is accomplished utilizing unrounded numbers.
Survey responses reflect the change, if any, in the current month compared to the previous month. For each of the indicators measured (Business Activity, New Orders, Backlog of Orders, New Export Orders, Inventory Change, Inventory Sentiment, Imports, Prices, Employment and Supplier Deliveries), this report shows the percentage reporting each response and the diffusion index. Responses represent raw data and are never changed. Data is seasonally adjusted for Business Activity, New Orders, Prices and Employment. All seasonal adjustment factors are subject annually to relatively minor changes when conditions warrant them. The remaining indexes have not indicated significant seasonality.
The Services PMI® is a composite index based on the diffusion indexes for four of the indicators with equal weights: Business Activity (seasonally adjusted), New Orders (seasonally adjusted), Employment (seasonally adjusted) and Supplier Deliveries. Diffusion indexes have the properties of leading indicators and are convenient summary measures showing the prevailing direction of change and the scope of change. An index reading above 50 percent indicates that the services economy is generally expanding; below 50 percent indicates that it is generally declining. Supplier Deliveries is an exception. A Supplier Deliveries Index above 50 percent indicates slower deliveries and below 50 percent indicates faster deliveries.
A Services PMI® above 50.1 percent, over time, indicates that the overall economy, or gross domestic product (GDP), is generally expanding; below 50.1 percent, it is generally declining. The distance from 50 percent or 50.1 percent is indicative of the strength of the expansion or decline.
The Services ISM® Report On Business® survey is sent out to Services Business Survey Committee respondents the first part of each month. Respondents are asked to ONLY report on U.S. operations for the current month. ISM® receives survey responses throughout most of any given month, with the majority of respondents generally waiting until late in the month to submit responses to give the most accurate picture of current business activity. ISM® then compiles the report for release on the third business day of the following month.
The industries reporting growth, as indicated in the Services ISM® Report On Business® monthly report, are listed in the order of most growth to least growth. For the industries reporting contraction or decreases, those are listed in the order of the highest level of contraction/decrease to the least level of contraction/decrease.
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Snoop Dogg releases new children’s animated series on YouTube
(CNN) - Snoop Dogg is entering the world of children’s programming with a new animated kids’ series.
“Doggyland - Kids Songs & Nursery Rhymes” launched on YouTube and YouTube Kids.
Snoop Dogg partnered with Claude Brooks, the Emmy-nominated producer and creator of the children’s franchise “Hip Hop Harry,” and singer/songwriter October London on the project.
The series features a colorful cast of dogs who use song, dance and rap to help teach social, emotional and cognitive skills aimed at toddlers to 8-year-old kids.
The rapper voices the main character, Bow Wizzle, who is the adult mentor to the rest of the cast.
Snoop Dogg said as a father, grandfather and longtime youth football coach, it’s always been important to him to build positive and educational environments for all children.
New episodes are planned to be released every Tuesday.
The series also has an accompanying album available on all streaming platforms.
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A cool breeze was blowing Sunday morning as emergency responders and state and city officials gathered at the Temple Central Fire Station to honor those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2011.
“On this day, we’re here to remember the lives lost of those affected on that day during this terrible terrorist attack,” Temple Fire & Rescue Chief Mitchell Randles said. “2,977 people died that day. 2,753 at the (World) Trade Center, 184 at the Pentagon, and 40 on Flight 93 in Pennsylvania. Of those numbers, 343 were New York City firefighters. Police officers were a total of 60.”
Randles continued by talking about the long-term effects of that day, which led to other casualties.
“Since that day, there have been several thousands of deaths from illnesses related to the 9/11 attacks,” he said. “I ask you not only to remember those that we lost that day but also remember those that have lost their lives or are suffering now from 9/11 illnesses. That death toll continues to increase as the years go by.”
The Bell County Honor Guard — consisting of Temple Police officers, Bell County Sheriff’s Department deputies, and Temple Fire & Rescue firefighters — rang a ceremonial bell to signify the collapse of the south tower of the World Trade Center as those in attendance bowed their heads as the bell’s tolls sounded.
Temple Fire & Rescue Chaplain Angela McGeHee said a prayer to open up the ceremony.
“We are here, Father, to remember those who are suffering from 9/11,” she said. “I thank the Lord that we are here to remember and to honor those who gave their lives in Jesus’ name, amen.”
Temple Police Chief Shawn Reynolds led the Pledge of Alliance as the color guard walked up to the flagpoles to raise the U.S. flag.
Those present watched silently as the flag made its way to the top of the pole before being lowered to half-staff in tribute.
Temple Mayor Tim Davis read quotes from former President George W. Bush, New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani, other officials and the family of survivors who spoke about 9/11.
“I know that we all remember those dark times,” Davis said. “As mayor, I want to thank our public service personnel … for everything that they do to keep us safe. I want to ask that God bless each one of them and God bless Temple.”
State Rep. Hugh Shine, R-Temple, spoke about how 9/11 became a day of remembrance for the world.
“9/11 was a day of unthinkable horror and destruction that became a day of American heroes,” he said. “Ordinary Americans were suddenly caught in the crossfire of terrorism on 9/11. They put their lives on the line to save the lives of others. Americans were given a true lesson on heroism and patriotism on 9/11.”
Assistant Fire Chief Kirby read a timeline of the events of that day, starting with the departure of the first plane that was hijacked and culminating with Bush’s final address at 8:30 p.m. Sept. 11, 2001.
“These acts shattered steel, but they cannot dent the steel of American resolve,” said Kirby, quoting the former leader as the bell rang once again, signifying the collapse of the north tower.
The ceremony was closed by McGeHee with a final prayer.
“Father God in the name of Jesus,” she began. “That, which has been intended to divide us, to bring ruin to us, I declare that it will be the very thing that will continue to unite us. We will stand together. We will not be divided. In Jesus’ name, amen.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_d2230f02-3250-11ed-96f9-0f4a170623b0.html | 2022-09-12T05:48:28Z |
Delivering 10X More Key Storage, 3X Greater Transaction Processing Performance for Improved Total Cost of Ownership
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell (NASDAQ: MRVL) today unveiled its LiquidSecurity 2 (LS2) hardware security module (HSM) adapter, the industry's most advanced solution for enabling encryption, key management, authentication and other HSM services in the cloud. LS2 is a converged security platform for payment, privacy compliance, and general purpose applications, and is powered by a cloud-optimized Marvell OCTEON® data processing unit (DPU), proven at scale across the world's largest hyperscale clouds. The new Marvell HSM adapter offers the industry's highest performing cryptographic acceleration and processing, including hardware-secured storage of up to one million keys for AES, RSA and ECC encryption algorithms, and 45 partitions for robust multi-tenant use cases.
As enterprises migrate from on-premises to private- or multi-cloud environments, the industry-leading Marvell LiquidSecurity platform empowers cloud service providers and large enterprises to create HSM-as-a-service clouds. Marvell's HSM adapters have the latest FIPS-certified security boundary, designed for the most demanding applications deployed at cloud-scale while offering best-in-class cost, performance and energy efficiency for both public and private clouds.
"Today, LiquidSecurity empowers the world's largest clouds to build HSM-as-a-service, with unprecedented performance, securing billions of transactions per month," said Raghib Hussain, President of Products and Technologies at Marvell. "The new LS2 will improve the performance and economics for hyperscalers while expanding the total available market by making it easier for enterprises and governments to secure their applications in public, private and hybrid clouds. The global datasphere will be a more secure place when all encryption keys are stored in hardware."
Marvell has been leading the effort to transform HSMs into cloud-based devices since 2015. HSMs are the backbone for performing key management, cryptographic functions and authentication for banks, ATM networks, media companies and other service providers. In the U.S. alone, the value of credit and debit card transactions is expected to rise from $8 trillion to $12.9 trillion by 2025. Virtually all of the 468 billion plus credit card transactions that occur annually around the world rely on HSMs. Most HSMs, however, are on-premises devices managed by an in-house team of experts or third-party support organizations. Training, deployment and ongoing management of encryption systems also remain critical barriers to broader adoption of on-premise HSM-based encryption across enterprises.
Marvell's LiquidSecurity product line leverages the performance of the company's cloud-optimized OCTEON® DPU family. Combining leading technologies with Marvell's expertise in software and systems development, the company delivers HSM functionality in a PCIe card, helping users to reduce the cost, rack space, and overhead inherent in traditional HSMs, while simultaneously increasing performance to maximize the flexibility and use cases. This enables cloud and SaaS providers to deploy HSMs to deliver new services or enhance existing ones at a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) than any other alternative. Instead of buying and managing private, on-prem HSMs, more retailers, banks and other organizations can move up to the highest level of security by procuring HSM services on a pay-as-you-go basis.
Today, LS2 hardware can be certified and updated in the field to support new algorithms and variants, such as post-quantum cryptography, providing cryptographic agility and future-proofing the HSM against new vulnerabilities. Key capabilities of the Marvell LS2 HSM include:
- Highest-Performance: Up to 100,000 ECC operations per second
- Scalability and Flexibility: Up to 1 million keys and 45 partitions
- Lowest TCO: Lowest cost per key stored, per partition (performance per dollar and performance per watt)
- Comprehensive SDK: API-first design for greater flexibility and rapid deployment
- Multiple Models, Form Factors and Capabilities: Supports a wide range of use cases across market verticals and multi-cloud deployments
- Extensive Compliance Roadmap: FIPS 140-31, CC, eIDAS, PCI PTS HSM 4.0
- Reliability: High availability, load balancing, and fault tolerance
"HSM-as-a-service will play an important role in the cloud-based economy," said Michela Menting, Digital Security Research Director at ABI Research. "Marvell is at the forefront of enhancing the HSM experience for customers and owners by championing a converged, cloud-adapted solution that is expanding the usefulness and pervasiveness of encryption services. The development of cloud-based HSMs will be one of security's more impactful trends in the years to come."
For more information, visit the LiquidSecurity 2 HSM solutions page.
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EMERYVILLE, Calif., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amyris, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMRS), a leading synthetic biotechnology company accelerating the world's transition to sustainable consumption through its Lab-to-Market™ technology platform, today announced that it will issue its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022, on the morning of Tuesday, August 9, 2022, prior to the opening of the financial markets.
The company will hold a conference call and webcast at 6:00 a.m. Pacific Time (9:00 a.m. Eastern Time), during which, John Melo, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Han Kieftenbeld, Chief Financial Officer, will discuss Amyris' financial results and provide an update on the company's business. Participants may access the live webcast on Amyris' Investor Relations website, where it will be archived for 90 days. The live call can be accessed by dialing (844) 850-0551 (domestic) or (412) 902-4203 (international) and asking to join the Amyris, Inc. call.
Amyris (Nasdaq: AMRS) is a leading synthetic biotechnology company, transitioning the Clean Health & Beauty and Flavors & Fragrances markets to sustainable ingredients through fermentation and the company's proprietary Lab-to-Market™ technology platform. This Amyris platform leverages state-of-the-art machine learning, robotics and artificial intelligence, enabling the company to rapidly bring new innovation to market at commercial scale. Amyris ingredients are included in over 20,000 products from the world's top brands, reaching more than 300 million consumers. Amyris also owns and operates a family of consumer brands that is constantly evolving to meet the growing demand for sustainable, effective and accessible products. For more information, please visit http://www.amyris.com.
Amyris, the Amyris logo and Lab-to-Market are trademarks or registered trademarks of Amyris, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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Marking its Twelfth Annual Campaign to Combat Food Insecurity, Grocery Outlet Exceed $16 Million Since 2011
EMERYVILLE, Calif., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, extreme-value grocery retailer, today announced its twelfth annual Independence from Hunger® Food Drive campaign raised over $2.5 million—the equivalent of approximately 1.25 million meals—for families in need. From June 29 through July 31, more than 400 Grocery Outlet stores raised funds and collected monetary donations from customers, employees and Independent Operators to give back to local food agencies to help address critical food insecurities in their communities.
With inflation on the rise and supply chain backlogs, more families have been turning to food banks. In 2022, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has estimated that as many as 30 million adults and 12 million children are living in food-insecure households. Recognizing this need, Grocery Outlet made a commitment over a decade ago with its Independence from Hunger campaign to find solutions that ensure all families have access to high-quality meals.
"We are so thrilled to have raised over $2.5 million to combat food insecurity through Independence from Hunger this year, equating to 1.25 million meals for families in need," said Eric Lindberg, CEO at Grocery Outlet Inc. "We couldn't have done it without the unwavering support and commitment from our local partners, allowing us to be one step closer to eliminating food insecurity for all families across the nation, especially during the inflation we are facing."
Since its launch in 2011, the Independence from Hunger campaign efforts have collected more than $16 million in total donations nationwide. Throughout the initiative, Grocery Outlet customers and employees were encouraged to contribute to the campaign through:
- Purchasing a pre-made food bags filled with an assortment of nonperishable items
- Give $5, Get $5 at the register. Donating $5 or more in a single transaction and receive a $5 coupon
- Contribution of a monetary donation through in-store and online platforms
"For the past 76 years we've upheld our commitment of giving back to our local communities in which we operate, and our annual Independence from Hunger campaign is an integral part of that promise," said Lindberg.
Each of Grocery Outlet's 400-plus stores identified local food agencies or nonprofits in their respective locations to partner with throughout the campaign. In addition, Grocery Outlet's San Francisco Bay Area partner, Alameda County Community Food Bank, received all donations completed online at GroceryOutlet.com/Donate. Grocery Outlet also partnered with regional area partners such as Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Oregon Food Bank, who received generous donations from long-time supplier partners including Campbell's, Kellogg's, Sanderson Farms, MW Polar and Nature's Bakery.
No administration or collateral fees are deducted from the funds collected by Grocery Outlet.
For more information on the Independence from Hunger campaign and Grocery Outlet, visit GroceryOutlet.com.
Grocery Outlet, an extreme-value grocery retailer based in Emeryville, California, offers customers significant savings on brand-name products. The company has more than 400 locations throughout California, Idaho, Maryland, New Jersey, Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Washington. Stores are owned by Independent Operators based in the communities they serve.
Grocery Outlet offers a full range of products, including fresh produce, meat, deli, and dairy, along with a wide assortment of natural and organic choices. Grocery Outlet also carries a large selection of beer and wine, health and beauty care, and seasonal items. A third-generation, family-led company founded in 1946, Grocery Outlet provides local customers an exciting place to find WOW deals on name brands they trust.
For more information about Grocery Outlet, please visit www.GroceryOutlet.com.
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Police find vehicle in hit-and-run that killed middle school teacher, driver still unknown
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A teacher died Saturday morning after he was struck and killed while riding his bicycle in a hit-and-run.
The Kansas City Police Department stated an unknown vehicle that hit Charles Criniere in the area of Longview Road and View High Drive left the scene. After releasing vehicle information Monday morning of the vehicle being a white 2017-2020 Honda Acura MDX with damage to its right front passenger door and grill area, officers stated they had found the car.
However, police said they still need help identifying the driver and gathering any other witness information.
Police ask that anyone with information please call (816) 474-TIPS or Det. Rives with the Traffic Investigation Section at 816-482-8296. He can also be emailed at chad.rives@kcpd.org.
Criniere, a teacher at Martin City Middle School, left behind a wife and 10 children.
He was also a teacher at Martin City Middle School in the Grandview School District.
A GoFundMe has raised nearly $150,000 for the family.
Previous coverage: Community heartbroken after teacher on bicycle is killed in hit-and-run
Copyright 2022 KCTV. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/08/30/police-find-vehicle-hit-and-run-that-killed-middle-school-teacher-driver-still-unknown/ | 2022-08-31T12:32:15Z |
THE COLONY, Tx (KDAF) — The DFW metroplex is synonymous with Velvet Taco; and for good reason. Dallas is where Velvet Taco got its roots and the area has made this taco joint a fan favorite for a long time.
The love is mutual. Just as much as we have embraced this delicious taco spot, they have embraced us back, opening locations all around North Texas. And now, there is one more location to add to that list.
Now, people who reside in The Colony no longer have to drive to get their fix as Velvet Taco has just opened a new location near Nebraska Furniture Mart.
They are located at 5350 Nebraska Furniture Mart Dr. Hours of operation are as follows:
- Sunday – Tuesday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Thursday: 11 a.m. to midnight
- Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
If you’re new to North Texas, Velvet Taco offers 20 inventive tacos and a killer red velvet cake.
“My fave is the beer battered cauliflower taco,” – Inside DFW Host Jenny Anchondo.
For more information, visit velvettaco.com. | https://cw33.com/news/inside-dfw/a-new-velvet-taco-location-is-now-open-in-the-colony/ | 2022-07-26T16:06:25Z |
Morale is concern as NATO chief warns war could last ‘years’
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Four months of brutal fighting in Ukraine appear to be straining the morale of troops on both sides, prompting desertions and rebellion against officers’ orders, British defense officials said Sunday. NATO’s chief warned the war could drag on for “years.”
“Combat units from both sides are committed to intense combat in the Donbas and are likely experiencing variable morale,” Britain’s defense ministry said in its daily assessment of the war.
“Ukrainian forces have likely suffered desertions in recent weeks,” the assessment said, but added that “Russian morale highly likely remains especially troubled.”
It said “cases of whole Russian units refusing orders and armed stand-offs between officers and their troops continue to occur.”
Separately, the Ukrainian Main Intelligence Directorate released what it said were intercepted phone calls in which Russian soldiers complained about frontline conditions, poor equipment, and overall lack of personnel, according to a report by the Institute for the Study of War.
In an interview published on Sunday in the German weekly Bild am Sonntag, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that “nobody knows” how long the war could last. “We need to be prepared for it to last for years,” he said.
He also urged allies “not to weaken support for Ukraine, even if the costs are high, not only in terms of military aid, but also because of the increase in energy and food goods prices.”
In recent days, Gazprom, the Russian gas company, has reduced supplies to two major European clients — Germany and Italy. In Italy’s case, energy officials are expected to huddle this week about the situation. The head of Italian energy giant ENI said on Saturday that with additional gas purchased from other sources, Italy should make it through the coming winter, but he warned Italians that “restrictions” affecting gas use might be necessary.
Germany will limit the use of gas for electricity production amid concerns about possible shortages caused by a reduction in supplies from Russia, the country’s economy minister said on Sunday. Germany has been trying to fill its gas storage facilities to capacity ahead of the cold winter months.
Economy Minister Robert Habeck said that Germany will try to compensate for the move by increasing the burning of coal, a more polluting fossil fuel. “That’s bitter, but it’s simply necessary in this situation to lower gas usage,” he said.
Stoltenberg stressed, though, that “the costs of food and fuel are nothing compared with those paid daily by the Ukrainians on the front line.”
Stoltenberg added: What’s more, if Russian President Vladimir Putin should reach his objectives in Ukraine, like when he annexed Crimea in 2014, “we would have to pay an even greater price.”
Britain’s defense ministry said that both Russia and Ukraine have continued to conduct heavy artillery bombardments on axes to the north, east and south of the Sieverodonetsk pocket, but with little change in the front line.
Luhansk governor Serhiy Haidai said via Telegram on Sunday: “It is a very difficult situation in Sievierodonetsk, where the enemy in the middle of the city is conducting round-the-clock aerial reconnaissance with drones, adjusting fire, quickly adjusting to our changes.”
Russia’s defense ministry claimed on Sunday that Russian and separatist forces have taken control of Metolkine, a settlement just to the east of Sievierodonetsk.
On Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a trip south from Kyiv to visit troops and hospital workers in the Mykolaiv and Odesa regions along the Black Sea. He handed out awards to dozens of people at every stop, shaking their hands and thanking them again and again for their service.\
Some time after Zelenskyy left Mykolaiv, “the enemy carried out fire damage against units of the Defense Forces with cannon and rocket artillery in the areas of the settlements of Pravdyne, Posad-Pokrovskoe and Blahodatne,” according to the Ukrainian army briefing on Sunday.
In other attacks in the south, Ukraine’s southern military operational command said on Sunday that two people were killed in shelling of the Galitsyn community in the Mykolaiv region and that shelling of the Bashtansky district is continuing.
Russia’s defense ministry said seaborne missiles destroyed a plant in Mykolaiv city where Western-supplied howitzers and armored vehicles were stored.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has expressed concerns “that a bit of Ukraine fatigue is starting to set in around the world” and has urged support for Ukrainian efforts to try to roll back the Russian invasion.
“It would be a catastrophe if Putin won. He’d love nothing more than to say, ‘Let’s freeze this conflict, let’s have a cease-fire,’” Johnson said on Saturday, a day after a surprise visit to Kyiv, where he met with Zelenskyy and offered offer continued aid and military training.
Western-supplied heavy weapons are reaching front lines. But Ukraine’s leaders have insisted for weeks that they need more arms and they need them sooner.
On Sunday Pope Francis, despite having lamented arms build-ups, added his own admonition to those who might lose focus on Ukraine, which he has said deserves to defend itself.
“And let’s not forget the martyred Ukrainian people in this moment,” Francis told the public in St. Peter’s Square. He prodded them to ask themselves “‘What did I do today for the Ukrainian people?”
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Follow the AP’s coverage of the war at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine
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Sylvia Hui contributed from London, Frank Jordans from Berlin and Frances D’Emilio from Rome.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/06/19/morale-is-concern-nato-chief-warns-war-could-last-years/ | 2022-06-19T13:19:50Z |
A $2 million federal grant awarded to the city of Belton and the Belton Economic Development Corp. will fund a utility project at the former Rockwool Industries Inc. Superfund site.
The grant from the Federal Economic Development Administration will be used to fund the extension of water and sewer lines to the site, located on FM 93 about a quarter-mile east of Interstate 35.
“The site has been remediated and is ready for development,” Belton spokesman Paul Romer said Friday.
Rockwool operated a manufacturing plant for mineral wool insulation at the site from the mid-1950s until February 1987.
“It has been vacant since then,” Romer said.
The Rockwool property was designated in 1998 as a federal Superfund site by the Environmental Protection Agency, and a $17 million state and federal project was undertaken to remediate contaminants at the location.
The grant requires a $500,000 local match that will be funded by the Belton EDC, which has been marketing the property for several years.
The site is expected to be sold to the private sector to develop manufacturing and commercial facilities, which the BEDC estimates will be instrumental in retaining 215 current jobs and attracting 20 more, according to a news release.
“This funding helps facilitate an expansion for one of our local industries and opens up the area for additional development,” Cynthia Hernandez, BEDC executive director, said in a news release. “It’s an environmentally sensitive parcel with some challenges that now has a more realistic opportunity to become a productive part of the community.”
A city of Belton staff report last year said water and sewer infrastructure will aid in the site’s redevelopment.
“All the ‘on-site’ water and sewer lines will be developed and paid for by the private companies or local (BEDC) funds as part of their development costs,” the report said.
Romer said the grant “has the potential to retain 215 jobs in Belton.”
“A local business was considering either expanding in that area or moving the business. Access to utilities makes the property more attractive for expansion,” he said. “Of course, no agreements are in place, but that is the potential of this property.”
The city plans to construct a new wastewater lift station that would receive wastewater from 850 feet of pipe to the north and 1,000 feet of pipe east along FM 93.
“This proposed project is to provide the basis for serving the Rockwool area with wastewater infrastructure while also eliminating the existing lift station, which is in aged condition,” a preliminary engineering report said.
Belton Mayor Wayne Carpenter signed a resolution authorizing the grant application on Sept. 28, 2021.
The mayor credited the assistance of U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, U.S. Rep. John Carter, R-Round Rock, and other partners to make the grant possible.
“Essential utility service will make the site much more appealing to developers,” said Jo-Ell Guzman, Belton grants coordinator. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/business/article_13fd014c-0a08-11ed-acad-57e620691f22.html | 2022-07-22T23:04:36Z |
PHILADELPHIA, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rally House has experienced substantial growth in the Philadelphia market over the last year. This impressive expansion continues with Rally House Ivy Ridge, a new storefront situated barely north of downtown Philly for a prime location coming from any direction. Here, devoted fans and locals can explore everything from unique team gear and authentic jerseys to stylish local apparel and much more.
This new location joins a broad roster of Rally House stores in Philadelphia, strengthening the connection between this nationally recognized retailer and area fans. "We're excited to announce our newest Rally House store opening in the Roxborough-Manayunk area of Philadelphia," says Store Manager Ben Williams. "Rally House Ivy Ridge is the ideal destination for diehard fans, as this store is a one-stop shop for local and team apparel. Come check this jawn out!"
Fans looking to rep their team will have no trouble finding the gear they want at Rally House Ivy Ridge. Customers can browse merchandise for multiple pro and college teams, like the Eagles, Phillies, 76ers, Temple Owls, Penn State Nittany Lions, and many more. The best part is that all this team gear comes from respected and trusted brand names, including Nike, New Era, Mitchell & Ness, and '47.
Philadelphia is home to a wide range of well-known themes and businesses that locals love supporting. Thankfully, Rally House Ivy Ridge offers an extensive selection of local apparel and merchandise for numerous Philly icons, such as the Philly Pretzel Factory, Corropolese Italian Bakery & Deli, and Rocky.
Those visiting Rally House Ivy Ridge can expect nothing less than superb customer service and a welcoming shopping environment. For added convenience, there's also an array of merchandise that can be shipped to any state in stock online at www.rallyhouse.com.
Patrons can visit www.rallyhouse.com/rally-house-ivy-ridge or follow Rally House Ivy Ridge on Facebook (@RallyIvyRidge) and Instagram (@rallyivyridge) for current store news and future updates.
Rally House and Sampler Stores Inc. is a family-owned specialty boutique that offers a large selection of apparel, hats, gifts and home décor representing local NCAA, NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and MLS teams in addition to locally inspired apparel, gifts and food. Proudly based in Lenexa, Kansas, Rally House operates 100+ locations across 13 states.
CONTACT:
Jessica Foca, District Manager
jfoca@rallyhouse.com
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Significantly more patients with moderate/severe symptoms of chronic rhinosinusitis at baseline improved to mild/no symptoms at week 24 after treatment with LYR-210 (7500μg) compared to control
The three cardinal symptoms composite score shown to correlate with the well-established SNOT-22 scores at week 24 in the LANTERN study
WATERTOWN, Mass., Sept. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lyra Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: LYRA) (the Company or Lyra), a clinical-stage therapeutics company leveraging its proprietary XTreo™ platform to enable precise, sustained, and local delivery of medications to the ear, nose and throat (ENT) passages and other diseased tissues, announced that new LYR-210 data analyses from the Phase 2 LANTERN study will be presented today at the 68th Annual Meeting of the American Rhinologic Society (ARS) in Philadelphia.
The additional results from the previously-reported Phase 2 LANTERN study showed that LYR-210 (7500μg) significantly improved symptom severity from baseline of 3 cardinal symptoms (3CS) of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) – nasal blockage, nasal discharge, and facial pain/pressure – when assessed in a responder analysis as individual and composite symptom scores at week 24. Compared to control, significantly higher proportions of LYR-210-treated subjects improved from moderate or severe at baseline to mild or none at week 24 in nasal blockage, nasal discharge, and facial pain/pressure (p<0.05). Consistent with other reported data from the LANTERN study, LYR-210 demonstrated a dose-dependent response in the 3CS severity analysis.
"This new LANTERN data provides additional evidence of the potential for LYR‑210 to offer meaningful improvement of patients' CRS symptoms and quality of life," said Brent A. Senior, MD, Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and chair of the data monitoring committee for the LANTERN study who will present the LYR-210 data at ARS. "The data supports the use of the 3 cardinal symptoms (3CS) score for assessing CRS patients' symptoms, augmenting the assessment tools available in addition to SNOT-22 to guide the treatment of CRS. Consistently across all measures, LYR-210 achieved significant improvement in symptom severity and shows promise as a potential new treatment option for CRS patients who still experience debilitating symptoms with current treatment approaches."
A second oral presentation for LYR-210 at the ARS meeting will highlight the correlation between the 3CS composite scores and Sino-Nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22) scores. The data show that the clinical changes in CRS patients measured in the 3CS composite score strongly and significantly correlate with the change in SNOT-22 total score, based on data evaluated at week 24 in the LANTERN study. Both assessments, 3CS and SNOT-22, provide critical information on a patient's response to treatment and the impact CRS has on quality of life.
"We are enthusiastic to share these results for LYR-210 with the ENT treatment community at the ARS meeting. LYR-210 is the first product candidate designed to provide six months of therapy with a single treatment for CRS patients," said Richard Nieman, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of Lyra Therapeutics. "We continue to advance LYR-210 in the ongoing ENLIGHTEN Phase 3 program as a potential new treatment for patients."
The presentations of the data announced today are available on Lyra's website.
About LANTERN Phase 2 Study
Surgically naïve adults with moderate-to-severe CRS who failed previous medical management enrolled in a multicenter, randomized (1:1:1), controlled LANTERN study. Patients received either bilateral administration of LYR-210 (2500µg) (n=23) or LYR-210 (7500µg) (n=21), or sham-procedure control (n=23). Both LYR-210 doses were safe and well-tolerated over the 24-week treatment period. LYR-210 (7500µg)-treated subjects demonstrated rapid, durable, dose-dependent, global symptom improvement, over 6 months from a single administration.
About LYR-210
LYR-210 is an investigational product candidate that utilizes Lyra's proprietary XTreoTM platform to enable six months of local, intra-nasal, anti-inflammatory therapy from a single treatment for CRS. LYR-210 is designed as a non-invasive alternative to sinus surgery for the millions of CRS patients who have failed medical management. LYR-210 is a bioresorbable polymeric matrix designed to be administered in a brief in-office procedure and is intended to deliver up to six months of continuous mometasone furoate (MF) drug therapy to the sinonasal passages. In the LANTERN Phase 2 study, LYR-210 (7500μg) demonstrated clinically meaningful, rapid, durable, dose-dependent symptom improvement over 24 weeks compared with control, based on composite Cardinal Symptoms (CS) scores and Sino-Nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22). These results were supported in the Phase 2 LANTERN 6-month post treatment evaluation which showed a durable response in about 50% of treated CRS patients six months post LYR-210 removal. A pharmacokinetic (PK) study showed that MF blood levels were constant over the 56-day treatment period, confirming that LYR-210 delivers a steady daily dose of MF with accompanying rapid symptom relief during this time period. There are approximately 14 million patients with CRS in the US, approximately four million of whom fail current standard of care medical management.
About Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS)
CRS is a highly prevalent inflammatory disease of the paranasal sinuses which leads to debilitating symptoms and significant morbidities and is the fifth most common condition in people under 65. Cardinal symptoms include nasal obstruction and congestion, facial pain and pressure, nasal discharge, and olfactory loss. The prevalence of CRS in the U.S. is estimated to be 14 million, with 8 million treated annually using medical management including topical steroid sprays and oral steroids. Roughly half of those treated fail and seek alternative medical intervention. While ENT physicians perform approximately 400,000 surgeries annually for CRS, 65% of patients have recurrent symptoms and 100% require ongoing medical management. Additionally, many patients are surgery unwilling as the current procedures are invasive, not curative, and often require long recovery times.
About Lyra Therapeutics
Lyra Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage therapeutics company leveraging its proprietary XTreo™ platform to enable precise, sustained, local delivery of medications to diseased tissues not accessible with conventional therapeutic approaches. Lyra's XTreo™ platform is comprised of a biocompatible mesh scaffold, an engineered elastomeric matrix and a versatile polymer-drug complex. The Company's current pipeline of therapeutics target tissues deep in the ear, nose and throat passages and are designed to deliver continuous drug therapy for up to six months following a single non-invasive, in-office administration. Lyra has two product candidates in late-stage development for CRS, a highly prevalent inflammatory disease of the paranasal sinuses which leads to debilitating symptoms and significant morbidities: LYR-210, for surgically naïve patients, is being evaluated in the ENLIGHTEN Phase 3 clinical program, and LYR-220, for patients who have recurrent symptoms despite surgery, is being evaluated in the BEACON Phase 2 clinical trial. These two product candidates are designed to treat the estimated four million CRS patients in the U.S. that fail medical management each year. For more information, please visit lyratherapeutics.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the date and details of the presentations at ARS, our pipeline of product candidates, the success of the XTreo™ platform, and the success and efficacy of LYR-210. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause the Company's actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the following: the fact that the Company has incurred significant losses since inception and expects to incur additional losses for the foreseeable future; the Company's need for additional funding, which may not be available; the Company's limited operating history; the fact that the Company has no approved products; the fact that the Company's product candidates are in various stages of development; or the fact that the Company may not be successful in its efforts to identify and successfully commercialize its product candidates; the fact that clinical trials required for the Company's product candidates are expensive and time-consuming, and their outcome is uncertain; the fact that the FDA may not conclude that certain of the Company's product candidates satisfy the requirements for the Section 505(b)(2) regulatory approval pathway; the Company's inability to obtain required regulatory approvals; effects of recently enacted and future legislation; the possibility of system failures or security breaches; effects of significant competition; the fact that the successful commercialization of the Company's product candidates will depend in part on the extent to which governmental authorities and health insurers establish coverage, adequate reimbursement levels and pricing policies; failure to achieve market acceptance; product liability lawsuits; the fact that the Company relies on third parties for the manufacture of materials for its research programs, pre-clinical studies and clinical trials; the Company's reliance on third parties to conduct its preclinical studies and clinical trials; the Company's inability to succeed in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships; the Company's reliance on certain suppliers critical to its production; failure to obtain and maintain or adequately protect the Company's intellectual property rights; failure to retain key personnel or to recruit qualified personnel; difficulties in managing the Company's growth; effects of natural disasters, terrorism and wars (including the developing conflict between Ukraine and Russia); the fact that the global pandemic caused by COVID-19 could adversely impact the Company's business and operations, including the Company's clinical trials; the fact that the price of the Company's common stock may be volatile and fluctuate substantially; significant costs and required management time as a result of operating as a public Company and any securities class action litigation. These and other important factors discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on August 9, 2022 and its other filings with the SEC could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements made in this press release. Any such forward-looking statements represent management's estimates as of the date of this press release. While the Company may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, it disclaims any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause its views to change.
Contact:
Kathryn Morris
The Yates Network LLC
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Technology department grows by 29% as the company moves to globalize its exclusive single-login, open-access property management platform
LEHI, Utah, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Entrata, the multifamily industry's leading operating system, has announced a significant expansion to its core technology team — adding 11 leadership roles in just the past several months while growing its department by 29% with plans to grow even more in the coming months.
Among its new leadership hires are Senior Vice Presidents of Engineering (Mary Jane Isaacs, Natalie Birrell), a Senior Vice President of Platform Operations (Eric Zimmerman), a Principal Intelligence Engineer (Ted Tronson) and a Principal Data Engineer (Travis Ard). Entrata's newest technology team members bring a range of experience and expertise, joining the company from previous roles at leading technology and financial brands including Amazon, Domo, American Express, Fidelity Investments, and Overstock. Entrata's expanded leadership team will be responsible for scaling the engineering organization and iterating on Entrata's core products, including its world-class data and reporting platform.
"Our technology sits at the core of Entrata's business operations, and we are thrilled to welcome an impressive lineup of technology leaders who will help shape the phase of growth for the company," said Jason Taylor, Chief Technology Officer at Entrata. "With the expertise that these technologists bring to our team, we are focused on supporting Entrata's international expansion, improving our core operating system through AWS global scalability, and iterating on platform features by providing a modern technology stack to ensure we continue to meet the evolving needs of our global partnership network of owners and operators."
Fueled by a $507 million fundraise, Entrata has invested heavily in personnel over the past year, hiring hundreds of new employees including adding a new Chief Technology Officer, Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Financial Officer to its executive suite, and is on track to more than double its research and development spend as it aims to globalize its exclusive single-login, open-access property management platform.
Recognized as a 2021 Top Workplace by the Salt Lake Tribune, Entrata has built a company culture centered around making life better for its employees — offering comprehensive benefits, a host of wellness offerings and investing in the future of its workforce through leadership development programs.
Open positions can be found at entrata.com/careers.
About Entrata
Entrata is the leading operating system for multifamily communities worldwide. Setting the bar for innovation in property management software since 2003, Entrata offers solutions for every step of the leasing lifecycle and empowers owners, property managers, and renters to create stronger communities. Entrata currently serves over three million residents across more than 20 thousand multifamily communities around the globe. Learn more at www.entrata.com.
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4 teens to be tried as adults for brutal carjacking that severed woman’s arm, killed her
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE/Gray News) – Four teenagers accused of a brutal carjacking that killed a 73-year-old woman will be tried as adults on second-degree murder charges, according to the district attorney.
In a news conference Thursday, Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams said 17-year-old John Honore and three 15-year-old girls – Briniyah Baker, Marquel Curtis and Lenyra Theophile – will be tried as adults.
Police said the teens carjacked Linda Frickey on March 21 and dragged her for more than a block until her arm was severed. She then died on the scene as frantic neighbors tried to help.
Williams said the juvenile court system is not set up to handle cases this severe.
“Four or five years (of prison) is just not enough,” Williams said. “The juvenile sentencing limits would be inadequate to ensure that these young people are appropriately held accountable for taking a life.”
If convicted, all four teens will face life in prison, a mandatory sentence for second-degree murder in the state of Louisiana.
“This was one of the most violent carjackings we’ve ever seen; these young people dragged Mrs. Frickey, severing her arm as they all fled the scene in her car. Today’s grand jury decision to indict these young people for second-degree murder is fair and ensures they are appropriately held accountable,” Williams said in a statement.
New Orleans Police Chief Shaun Ferguson asked Williams’ office to try the teens as adults after the horrific details of the crime were released.
“I mean, look at the nature of the crime. Brazenness. Broad daylight. No regard for this woman hanging outside the car,” Ferguson said. “I’m not an advocate for incarceration, but sometimes people need to be locked up. When you commit a crime like this, absolutely you need to be locked up.”
Honore had a previous violent crime allegation charged in adult criminal district court that was dropped last year by Williams’ office, court records show. He and two other co-defendants were charged as adults for another alleged carjacking when he was 15.
The court record shows Honore was ordered to home confinement and later incarcerated at the Orleans Juvenile Justice Center while awaiting prosecution. He was ordered freed from confinement after Williams’ office told the court it was dropping the case.
The family of Frickey has struggled to cope with the gruesome way their loved one was killed.
“I never, ever would want to wish that on another human being,” said Kathy Richard, Frickey’s sister-in-law. “It’s just beyond comprehension. It’s evil. And you don’t just go from being in school to just taking a walk, to killing somebody. It was murder. Downright murder.”
Copyright 2022 WVUE via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/04/29/4-teens-be-tried-adults-brutal-carjacking-that-severed-womans-arm-killed-her/ | 2022-05-01T17:55:03Z |
COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For anyone who has a budget line item dedicated to Jeni's. Who stalks the ice cream company's social accounts for news of upcoming flavors. Who mildly panics when there are less than three pints of Gooey Butter Cake in their freezer. Whose favorite question is, "Anyone up for a Jeni's run?"
This, dear Jeni's VIP and super stan. This is the news you need to know about.
Because your favorite, can't-live-without ice cream company has just launched a rewards program. Full stop.
On the surface, Jeni's Splendid Rewards looks like a pretty straightforward program. Earn 1 point for every $1 spent; receive $5 in rewards for every 100 points. Get a free scoop of ice cream on your birthday. Refer friends for bonus points. And so on (all incentives that make it worthwhile to join). But Jeni's has teased that more perks are in the pipeline — including early access to new flavors, members-only giveaways and events, and more to come.
Jeni's wasted no time revealing their first perk — a free scoop for all members on the First Day of Summer, Tuesday, 6/21 from 7 p.m. to close at scoop shops nationwide (excluding Jeni's market shops).
It's a glimpse into hopefully more exciting things to come. And an incentive to sign up so as not to miss out on any future happenings.
Worth noting that, for now, points can be earned and redeemed only at Jeni's scoop shops nationwide. But never fear — the program will expand to include nationwide shipping at jenis.com in the coming weeks.
A few more nuts and bolts: Jeni's recommends downloading their new app to sign up and get the best overall experience — including access to the aforementioned perks, plus online ordering for pickup and delivery from Jeni's scoop shops. To sign up for and learn more about Jeni's Splendid Rewards, visit jenis.com/rewards.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams is an American ice cream company devoted to making the finest ice creams the world has ever known. Founded in 2002 by James Beard Award-winning ice cream maker Jeni Britton, Jeni's has emerged over the past 20 years as the new standard by which all other ice creams are judged. With Jeni in charge of all creative output—from the ice cream itself to all of the supporting details that enhance the experience of eating it—Jeni's continues to make one-of-a-kind flavors with Direct and Fair Trade ingredients and super fresh milk from family dairy farms. Today, Jeni's is a Certified B Corporation known for its social, environmental and business leadership with more than 60 scoop shops, an online shop at jenis.com and distribution in top grocery stores across the country.
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CHANHASSEN, Minn., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In just its second year, the annual Ride of a Life Time, a charity cycle event raising money to benefit the health of kids, fundraised more than $1 million in 40+ metro markets. More than 8,000 people took part in riding and more contributed in exceeding the goal.
Funds raised during Ride of a Life Time benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Life Time Foundation, two dedicated organizations that support hospitals caring for kids in need and collaborate with school food leaders to help them serve wholesome, nourishing, minimally processed foods in schools across the country, respectively.
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals provide the treatments and cures kids need today from illness and disease so that they can fulfill their potential. Donations are even more crucial now, with 89% of its member hospitals reporting recent staffing shortages due to the impact of the pandemic.
The Life Time Foundation works with schools to ensure the nutrition provided through their meals is the best it can be so every child can grow up happy, strong and healthy. For some children, these meals may be the only they receive on a daily basis. The Life Time Foundation partners with 35 school districts, which impacts 3,634 schools and 264 million healthy meals served to 1.7 million students each year.
"This past weekend was epic in our quest to help kids live healthy and happy lives — and it's thanks to the more than 8,000 people who took part," Life Time President and Chief Operating Officer Jeff Zwiefel says. "To everyone who rode, pledged and supported this event, you are making a difference in local hospitals and schools in your communities through Children's Miracle Network and Life Time Foundation."
Since its inception in 2021, Ride of a Life Time has raised more than $1.6 million for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Life Time Foundation. If you missed your chance to participate in Ride of a Life Time, donations for the causes will remain open through May at www.rideofalifetime.life.
About Life Time®, Inc.
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of nearly 160 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada. The company's healthy way of life communities and ecosystem address all aspects of healthy living, healthy aging and healthy entertainment for people 90 days to 90+ years old. Supported by a team of more than 30,000 dedicated professionals, Life Time is committed to providing the best programs and experiences through its clubs, iconic athletic events and comprehensive digital platform.
About Life Time Foundation
As a public charity created by Life Time, the Life Time Foundation is committed to helping children reach their full potential children to reach their full potential by providing access to nourishing meals. The Life Time Foundation partners with schools to eliminate foods containing highly processed and artificial foods in favor of wholesome, real food alternatives. Unlike many other charitable organizations in which a portion of donations is consumed by administrative costs, 100% of every dollar donated to the Life Time Foundation directly supports its mission because all administrative costs are contributed by Life Time, Inc. For more information, visit www.ltfoundation.org.
About Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® raises funds for 170 children's hospitals that support the health of 10 million kids each year across the U.S. and Canada. Donations go to local hospitals to fund critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, along with innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids' and families' minds at ease during difficult hospital stays and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services. When we improve the health of all children and allow them the opportunity to reach their full potential, we also improve our communities for years to come. Together, we can change kids' health. Together, we can change the future. To learn about Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and your local children's hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org.
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LONDON (AP) — Prince William and his wife, Kate, will relocate their family from central London to more rural dwellings in Windsor, and all three of their children will attend the same private school near their new home, palace officials said Monday.
William and Kate will move from Kensington Palace in west London to Adelaide Cottage, about a 10-minute walk from Windsor Castle, palace officials said in a statement.
The move means that the family will be much closer to Queen Elizabeth II, who has lived in Windsor Castle since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. The queen’s official residence is Buckingham Palace in London, but some British media reports have said the monarch, 96, may now permanently reside in Windsor.
Prince George, 9, Princess Charlotte, 7, and Prince Louis, 4, will all start at the private Lambrook School in nearby Ascot in September. George and Charlotte had been attending a school in south London, and Louis is just starting his formal full-time schooling.
Adelaide Cottage, built in 1831 for Queen Adelaide, the wife of King William IV, is a four-bedroom home of relatively modest size for the royals. But William and Kate will retain their apartment in Kensington Palace as their official working base, as well as their 10-bedroom country mansion in Norfolk and a holiday cottage in Scotland. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/prince-william-kate-relocate-from-london-to-windsor-cottage/ | 2022-08-23T12:58:08Z |
Showcases Energy Optimization Analytics and Software at Connect (X)
DALLAS, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Galooli, a leading global provider of energy management and optimization software, today announced it has joined the Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) and will participate at WIA's Connectivity Expo, or Connect (X) 2022, at the Denver Convention Center on May 23-26.
Galooli is a global provider of energy management and optimization software designed to monitor, control, and analyze energy assets to lower operational and energy costs, while reducing carbon footprint for telecom, mobile tower, datacenter, and smart energy infrastructure organizations. WIA represents the businesses that build, develop, own, and operate the nation's wireless infrastructure.
"Joining WIA and participating at Connect (X) was an easy decision for Galooli North America," said David LeClaire, Galooli's North American executive vice president. "WIA's membership is a reflection of our core global customer base, and we look forward to helping these members reduce energy costs and carbon footprint by harvesting and analyzing their energy asset metadata."
"The advanced networks our industry provides are critical for increasing sustainability, and delivering these networks efficiently is a key priority for the industry and our member companies," said WIA VP, Partnerships and Development, Jason Nelson. "We are excited to have a company like Galooli that specializes in sustainability join our organization and participate at Connect (X). One of WIA's goals is to attract innovative companies with solutions that can make an impact for our members, and Galooli fits this model perfectly."
Registrants of Connect (X) can learn more about Galooli and its energy analytics by visiting the company's Connect (X) booth #621 ½. In addition, on Wednesday, May 25th Galooli CEO Ronen Barel will be participating on a panel discussion called "The Greening of the Infrastructure Business." The panel discussion is at 9:15am – 9:55am in meeting room #401.
About WIA
The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) represents the businesses that build, develop, own, and operate the nation's wireless infrastructure. WIA advocates for the widespread, responsible deployment of wireless infrastructure to enable mobile broadband for communities everywhere. For more information on WIA visit www.wia.org.
About Galooli
Founded in 2009, Galooli provides energy management optimization software and services to thousands of customers across five continents. Galooli's customers span a variety of business and industries across telecommunications, data centers, tower owners, mobile and fixed wireless providers and smart energy infrastructure. Harvesting and analyzing metadata from over 2 billion energy asset endpoints each day, Galooli reduces its customer's energy costs and carbon footprint, while streamlining operations and ensuring sustainability. For more information visit www.galooli.com.
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One ticket in Illinois won the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot of nearly $1.34 billion
By Jason Hanna and Keith Allen, CNN
The chase for the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot has ended — with a single ticket sold in the Chicago area for the whole $1.337 billion.
One ticket bought in Des Plaines hit the top prize in Friday night’s drawing, according to the Illinois Lottery, securing the third-largest jackpot of any US lottery game and ending a buildup that began when Mega Millions last drew a jackpot winner in mid-April.
The winning ticket was purchased at a Speedway gas station in Des Plaines, roughly a 20-mile drive northwest of downtown Chicago, the Illinois Lottery said Saturday.
“We have not heard from the winner yet. We don’t know whether … they even know that they won a prize. So I encourage everybody to check your ticket,” Illinois Lottery Director Harold Mays told reporters Saturday morning in Chicago.
The jackpot rose to $1.337 billion late Friday, up from an earlier estimate of $1.28 billion, lottery operators said.
If the holder chooses a lump-sum cash option, the ticket will yield a one-time payment of about $780 million. Otherwise, the nearly $1.34 billion prize will be spread over an initial payment and 29 annual payments.
Friday night’s winning numbers were 13, 36, 45, 57, 67 and a Mega Ball of 14.
The Speedway convenience store in Des Plaines will receive $500,000 for selling the winning ticket, Mays said.
The ticket holder has a year from the drawing to claim the prize, and can choose to withhold his or her name from the public, Mays said. In Illinois, winners of more than $250,000 can ask the lottery to keep their name and hometown confidential.
The largest ever Mega Millions jackpot of $1.537 billion was won by a single ticket sold in South Carolina in 2018. That’s the second-largest jackpot for any US lottery game, and it’s the world’s largest lottery prize won by just one ticket, according to Mega Millions.
The largest jackpot of any US lottery game was $1.586 billion — a Powerball prize from January 13, 2016, shared by winners in California, Florida and Tennessee.
Other tickets win big prizes
Some other ticket holders also won some sizable prizes Friday.
Twenty-six tickets won a secondary prize of at least $1 million because they matched the first five numbers.
Six of the 26 tickets won $2 million because the buyers matched not only the first five numbers, but also paid an additional $1 to activate the game’s “multiplier,” which elevates non-jackpot prizes.
One of the 26 tickets, sold in California, did not have the multiplier but still won more than $4.2 million, according to the state’s lottery officials. That’s because all prizes in California must be based on sales and number of winners instead of being a fixed amount.
The 20 “Match 5” winners without the multiplier were sold in California; Florida (two); Georgia (two); Illinois; Kentucky; Louisiana; Michigan; Minnesota (two); North Carolina (two); New Hampshire (two); New York; Oklahoma; Pennsylvania; Texas (two); and Wisconsin.
The six $2 million tickets were sold in Arizona; Florida (three); Iowa and Pennsylvania, according to Mega Millions.
First MegaMillions jackpot win since April 15
The jackpot had been rising since mid-April, when the jackpot was hit on consecutive drawings on April 12 and April 15. Since then, no ticket in twice-weekly drawings matched all six numbers — which is tough. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350.
The Mega Millions website on Friday night became inaccessible for several minutes after the drawing. The lottery’s jackpots start at $20 million and grow based on game sales and interest rates, according to its website.
The next drawing will be Tuesday at 11 p.m. ET, at the $20 million starting point.
Mega Millions tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington, DC, and the US Virgin Islands, where drawings are on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 p.m. ET. Tickets are sold online in Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and DC, but the purchaser must be in that state.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Missfresh Limited ("Missfresh" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MF) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Missfresh investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons who purchased or otherwise acquired Missfresh securities pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus issued in connection with Missfresh's June 2021 initial public offering. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
MF investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (1) Missfresh provided false financial figures in its registration statement and related prospectus issued in connection with the Company's June 2021 initial public offering; (2) Missfresh would need to amend its financial figures; (3) Missfresh, among other things, had lesser net revenues for the quarter ended March 31, 2021; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times and negligently prepared.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Missfresh during the relevant time frame, you have until September 12, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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The Gift Will Advance Crucial Research for Children's Brain Health
PITTSBURGH, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation today announced it has received a $1 million gift from Alba Tull to advance pediatric neuroscience research, education and patient care at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh's Children's Neuroscience Institute (CNI).
The gift builds upon Tull's deep commitment to neurological research, specifically in the greater Pittsburgh area. Last year, she worked with the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine to create the Alba Tull Center for Neuro Imaging and Therapeutics. The Center is dedicated to designing and expanding imaging technologies for patient care to produce a new, sophisticated understanding of the brain to develop anti-aging therapeutics. Today's gift will now help bring that same commitment of pursuing innovative neuroscience research and treatment to children.
"The past few years have truly highlighted that medicine is the backbone of our future, which is why supporting leading research and developments in health care – especially for those who are most precious, children – is one of my top priorities," said Alba Tull, philanthropist and founder of First Light Capital Group. "I continue to be inspired by UPMC Children's work, especially in neuroscience. I am proud to continue to support and work alongside CNI as they continue to make monumental advancements in their innovative research and new discoveries for pediatric neuroscience."
Tull is a long-time supporter of UPMC Children's. Her involvement began several years ago with her gift to support research and Creative and Expressive Arts Therapy, and she has long served as a member of UPMC Children's Foundation's Board of Trustees. Her involvement with CNI began last year when she pledged her support for the hospital during its DVE Rocks Children's Radiothon. After meeting with several neuroscience and research leaders at UPMC Children's, she decided to designate the donation for CNI.
"Today's children are tomorrow's future, and we are tremendously grateful for the generous support from Alba Tull, who is advancing our vision to build a premier destination for pediatric neuroscience research, education, and care," said Terence Dermody, M.D., chair of pediatrics at UPMC Children's. "We are thrilled about the research this gift will enable CNI to undertake. Funding for pediatric research, including children's brain health, is an area of tremendous need. This extraordinary gift will help us fulfill our mission, investing in the science of brain health and disease that will improve the lives of children in Pittsburgh and throughout the world. We are very thankful to Alba Tull for continuing to support the important work of our team and hospital."
The largest donation in CNI's history, the gift will provide flexible research funding to address some of the most pressing priorities of the program, including research infrastructure, pilot grants, and training future leaders, all of which will help generate new breakthroughs in pediatric neuroscience. In particular, it will be used to help progress the understanding of neurological illness, discover and develop personalized therapies for children with neurological diseases or impairments, as well as innovate diagnostic medicine and find ways to translate research directly to patients.
CNI continues to grow and make cutting edge-advancements in the field of neurological disorders. To that end, the research team will continue to prioritize connectivity, neurodevelopment, neonatal and fetal stroke, and lipidomics, a new and quickly growing field of research.
CNI is led by Hülya Bayır, M.D, an award-winning and international leading physician-scientist who has spent decades studying pediatric neurocritical care and traumatic brain injury. With the support from Alba Tull, Bayır will be equipped to bolster's CNI's efforts towards translating innovative research more quickly to patients.
UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation is the catalyst that unites communities and contributors to create healthier futures for all children through life-changing care and cutting-edge research. As the sole fundraising arm of UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, we support their vision of being the world leader in pediatric health care, education, and discovery. The Foundation is a public charity under 501(c)(3) and 170(b)(1)(A) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. For more information, visit www.givetochildrens.org
Alba Tull is a leading female philanthropist, accomplished multi-disciplined photographer and film producer, and leading investor. She is the founder and Managing Director of the First Light Capital Group, the technology-informed investment firm and female entrepreneur seeder. She also serves as the chairperson of Tull Investment Group, a privately held investment fund that manages an array of real estate holdings and interest in companies including Genies, Pinterest, Zoox, and Oculus Rift.
Outside of her professional work, Tull is the chair of her family's philanthropic organization, the Tull Family Foundation (TFF), and serves on the board of many leading organizations, including UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation, the Pittsburgh's Carnegie Science Center, The Rett Syndrome Research Trust and The Jackie Robinson Foundation. She is also a member of Carnegie Mellon University's Highlands Circle and is a life-long supporter of the United States Navy, where she is currently serving as the sponsor of the next-generation ship, the USS Cooperstown LCS 23.
Contact: Andrea Kunicky
Mobile: 412-552-7448
E-mail: KunickyA@upmc.edu
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Direct: 412-692-3917
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Millions of people are cranking up the heat as much of the Northeast US braces for a rare April blast of winter weather. The high demand sent natural gas futures soaring yesterday to levels unseen since 2008. Overall, natural gas is up by a staggering 113% since the end of last year.
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1. Ukraine
The battle for control over the Donbas region is currently underway, and the outcome may define Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion after his forces suffered costly failures in Kyiv and across central and northern Ukraine. In eastern Ukraine, Russian forces have completed the regrouping of troops to launch an offensive to establish full control over the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, a Ukrainian defense ministry spokesperson said. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his forces need weapons quickly, pushing back against concerns from US and NATO officials that his military would need significant training before receiving advanced weapons from other countries. Separately, US Customs and Border Protection officials said they encountered about 5,000 Ukrainians in March, including 3,274 along the US southern border, according to newly released agency data.
2. Coronavirus
The CDC's mask mandate for travelers is no longer in effect on airplanes and other public transport methods following a federal judge's ruling yesterday. US District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle said the mandate was unlawful because it exceeded the authority of the CDC and because its implementation violated administrative law. "The agencies are reviewing the decision and assessing potential next steps," a Biden administration official said last night, adding the CDC still recommends that people continue to wear masks in indoor public transportation settings. After the mandate was struck down, several US airlines announced that masks are now optional on their aircraft -- including Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue.
3. Twitter
Twitter has indicated that it's not interested in being bought by Elon Musk without a fight. After the Tesla and SpaceX CEO offered to buy Twitter last week, the company's board implemented a shareholder rights plan, known as a "poison pill," that would make it harder and more expensive for Musk (or any other would-be buyer) to acquire the company without the board's approval. Now, eyes are back on Musk to see how he might respond to the board's defensive measure. Musk, who currently owns around 9% of shares in the company, could decide to withdraw his bid, or he could sit tight and exercise the still-significant influence he'd have at the company as one of its largest shareholders. Musk said last week that he has a "Plan B" if his bid falls through, although he declined to elaborate on what it is.
4. Amusement park death
Following the death last month of a 14-year-old boy who fell from an amusement park ride in Orlando, Florida, a forensic engineering firm hired to investigate the incident found the ride's operator made manual adjustments to two seats. Those adjustments were made "presumably, to allow for larger riders, which should not have happened based on the manufacturer's guidelines," State Rep. Geraldine Thompson said in a news update yesterday. According to the report, the harness on one of the seats was manually loosened to to allow a restraint opening of near 7 inches -- about 4 inches more than the normal opening range for the restraints. The FreeFall drop tower manufacturer's guidelines also put a rider's weight limit at 250 pounds; Tyre Sampson -- the teen who died -- weighed approximately 340 pounds, his family told CNN. Authorities said they are working to conclude the investigation before assessing what penalties may come.
5. Alex Jones
The right-wing conspiracy outlet Infowars has filed for bankruptcy protection as its founder Alex Jones faces several defamation lawsuits. The move, which could pause civil litigation against the companies, comes after Jones was found legally responsible for damages in three defamation lawsuits related to false claims he made about the 2012 Sandy Hook mass shooting. In the aftermath of the shooting, in which 26 people were killed, Jones baselessly said the incident was staged. He later swore in a deposition that a "form of psychosis" caused him at the time to believe it was staged. The documents filed on Sunday sought bankruptcy protection for Infowars and Prison Planet, another one of Jones' right-wing outlets. Jones also sought bankruptcy protection for Infowars Health, a store from which Jones has hawked nutritional supplements and other products.
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TODAY'S NUMBER
$400,000
That's how much a university in southern Ohio has agreed to pay a professor after initially disciplining him for his refusal to use a transgender student's preferred pronouns. Nicholas Meriwether, a philosophy professor at Shawnee State University, refused to use the pronouns because it went against his beliefs as a Christian, his attorney said. Meriwether filed a lawsuit in 2018 alleging a violation of his free speech rights. As part of the settlement, the university agreed that Meriwether has the right to choose when to use, or avoid using, titles or pronouns when referring to or addressing students.
TODAY'S QUOTE
"Apple has grown to be the most valuable company in the world. Why should its retail workers live precariously?"
-- Apple store employees at New York's Grand Central Station, announcing they are trying to form a union. Some workers at the store say a union is needed because wages have not kept pace with the cost of living in New York City. They also want better job protections. If they gather signatures from at least 30% of the workers at the store, the National Labor Relations Board can hold an election.
TODAY'S WEATHER
AND FINALLY
Puppy opens its eyes for the first time
Did you know dogs can only see the colors blue and yellow? Check out this video to view what it looks like behind the eyes of a dog! (Click here to view)
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Chargers bolster secondary with addition of Bryce Callahan
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers bolstered their secondary, signing cornerback Bryce Callahan to a one-year deal. Callahan, who is entering his eighth season, has spent the last three years in Denver after playing in Chicago from 2015-18. Chargers coach Brandon Staley was on the Bears staff in 2018 and then went to the Broncos in 2019 when Vic Fangio became Broncos’ coach. Callahan is likely to be the slot cornerback in nickel situations. He would replace Chris Harris Jr., who has not been re-signed. Coincidentally, Callahan also took over from Harris in Denver in 2019. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/04/chargers-bolster-secondary-with-addition-of-bryce-callahan/ | 2022-05-05T04:45:02Z |
CANONSBURG, Pa., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CONSOL Energy Inc. (NYSE: CEIX) will issue its second quarter earnings release before the market opens on Thursday, August 4, 2022. The release will be followed by a conference call hosted by members of the management team at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. A live webcast will be accessible on the 'Investor Relations' page of its website, www.consolenergy.com. An archive of the webcast will be available for at least 30 days after the event.
Participants may also join the live webcast by telephone as follows.
Participant dial in (toll free) 1-877-226-2859
Participant international dial in 1-412-542-4134
Participants should ask to be joined into the CONSOL Energy Inc. earnings conference call.
CONSOL Energy Inc. (NYSE: CEIX) is a Canonsburg, Pennsylvania-based producer and exporter of high-Btu bituminous thermal coal and metallurgical coal. It owns and operates some of the most productive longwall mining operations in the Northern Appalachian Basin and is developing a new metallurgical coal mine (the Itmann project) in the Central Appalachian Basin. CONSOL's flagship operation is the Pennsylvania Mining Complex, which has the capacity to produce approximately 28.5 million tons of coal per year and is comprised of 3 large-scale underground mines: Bailey, Enlow Fork, and Harvey. The company also owns and operates the CONSOL Marine Terminal, which is located in the port of Baltimore and has a throughput capacity of approximately 15 million tons per year. In addition to the ~612 million reserve tons associated with the Pennsylvania Mining Complex and the ~21 million reserve tons associated with the Itmann project, the company also controls approximately 1.4 billion tons of greenfield thermal and metallurgical coal reserves located in the major coal-producing basins of the eastern United States. Additional information regarding CONSOL Energy may be found at www.consolenergy.com.
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Rodney To has starred in hit shows such as “Parks and Rec,” “Good Girls,” and “Barry” but his latest feature film is unlike any he has done before. To stars along side Jo Koy in a new Pilipino American feature film “Easter Sunday.”
This is the first studio feature film to showcase a Pilipino American cast and a Pilipino American story. “It is certainly the most important project I’ve been associated with on camera” said To. The cast holds their responsibility high with this film and they hope it can be a postcard to the Pilipino American community.
“Easter Sunday” is not just a great film surrounding this family but it also touches on the culture that goes on within this family. To state that he grew up with the same sentiments and he “knows it all too well.”
To touched on how it didn’t feel like he was shooting a movie but it felt like he was shooting a documentary because shooting these scenes were not to far off from real life. Th actor said they were able to “dial in from the get go.”
“We wanted to give it a different flavor” stated To and “it really is a postcard to everyone’s family.” Even though every family has there own fights and drama, each family comes from love and their imperfections.
“Easter Sunday” is out in theaters now.
This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Aug. 5, 2022. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/rodney-to-and-how-easter-sunday-is-the-most-important-project-he-has-been-associated-with-on-camera/ | 2022-08-05T20:07:16Z |
Sendek's distinguished career as an analyst covering biotechnology companies and overseeing critical finance functions in industry, brings significant experience and specialized perspective at a pivotal period for life sciences companies and investors
NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. ("Oppenheimer") – a leading investment bank, wealth manager, and a subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings (NYSE: OPY) – today announced the ongoing expansion of its Healthcare Life Sciences Research Team within the firm's Equity Research Department with the appointment of Joel Sendek as Managing Director and Head of Healthcare Life Sciences Equity Research. Mr. Sendek will report to John Parks, Managing Director and Director of Equity Research at Oppenheimer.
Mr. Parks said, "We are delighted to have Joel join our talented team of healthcare equity research analysts as they identify new developments in biotechnology, biopharmaceuticals and specialty pharmaceuticals. In an exceptional career spanning decades, Joel has brought to his previous roles deep expertise in biotech stock coverage, capital raising, and investor relations. His experience in skillfully navigating a rapidly evolving industry has been defined by a careful, time-tested approach that has benefited investors and firms. With the objective to provide even greater value-added services to all of our biotech clients, Joel will guide and collaborate with our already extensive team of Senior Analysts. As Oppenheimer continues to be recognized for its thought leadership across the spectrum of biotechnology and healthcare services, we look forward to meeting the needs of investors seeking more information about key growth drivers in the industry."
Mr. Sendek has served as CFO at four biotech companies, subsequent to a two-decade career as a biotech analyst. He was most recently Chief Financial Officer at Dewpoint Therapeutics, a Boston-based biotech company focused on biomolecular condensates, where he successfully completed a $150 million Series C financing in 2022. He was previously CFO at three publicly traded biotech companies, including Sema4, Spero Therapeutics, and Forward Pharma. From 1997 to 2014, Joel was a senior analyst covering biotechnology, most recently as a Managing Director and Head of Life Sciences Research at Stifel, Nicolaus and Co., Inc. and prior to that as a Managing Director and Head of Healthcare Equity Research at Lazard. Mr. Sendek has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as an All-Star Analyst with a number one ranking for stock picking.
Mr. Sendek said, "I am honored to be part of Oppenheimer's biotechnology research team, which includes some of the most talented individuals in the industry: Matt Biegler, Mark Breidenbach, François Brisebois, Leland Gershell, Jeff Jones, Justin Kim, Jay Olson, and Hartaj Singh. Oppenheimer is held in the highest regard for its research and laser focus on key sectors that include medical technology and devices, biopharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. It is my pleasure to join such an outstanding group of professionals, and John Parks, as they broaden the reach and penetration of the firm's life sciences domain expertise."
Michael A. Margolis, R.Ph., Co-Head of Healthcare, Head of Healthcare Life Sciences Investment Banking at Oppenheimer, said, "The changing landscape of the industry means more uncharted opportunities for healthcare-focused investors, who must stay well-informed about emerging trends defining the course of business. Joel's guidance and thought leadership will be critical in the creation of highly sought-after research and insight. I welcome him to the firm at an exciting time for healthcare life sciences."
John Hellier, Senior Managing Director of Equities at Oppenheimer commented, "Oppenheimer's preeminence in the area of equity coverage has furthered our reputation as a leading advisory service addressing growth industries, with healthcare a special focus of important, relevant analysis. Joel's extensive experience serving companies and investors alike will assist our clients achieve their strategic and financial goals, while opening up vast new opportunities. I look forward to the continued development of high-caliber research that Oppenheimer is known for in the industry as we build on our current success."
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (Oppenheimer), a principal subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings Inc. (OPY on the New York Stock Exchange), and its affiliates provide a full range of wealth management, securities brokerage and investment banking services to high net-worth individuals, families, corporate executives, local governments, businesses and institutions.
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LAKEWOOD, Colo., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Good Morning America recently came to Colorado to showcase how businesses and nonprofits are using technology to sustainably grow food near the consumer, year-round. The segment focused on FarmBox Foods and two of their customers: Natural Grocers® and Centura Health.
On June 20th at its headquarters in Sedalia, Colorado, ABC News Chief Meteorologist, Ginger Zee spoke to FarmBox Foods CEO, Rusty Walker about the company's mission to build high-tech indoor farms that provide food security for those without reliable access to nutrient-dense food.
Zee also interviewed representatives from two FarmBox Foods customers, Natural Grocers and Centura Health about their use of Vertical Hydroponic Farms. These systems provide a hyperlocal source of fresh produce while reducing environmental impacts and unpredictability associated with traditional farming. The farms are housed inside upcycled, insulated shipping containers that are outfitted with plumbing, electrical and sensors to control conditions inside.
By growing food on site, the companies that use FarmBoxes seek to reduce food sourcing costs, improve access, and eliminate food waste because the veggies get to the plate much quicker.
The controlled-climate container farms provide an ideal growing environment for the plants and shield them from weather and climate impacts, including drought, heat waves and flooding.
Natural Grocers is growing organic lettuce behind its Green Mountain store in Lakewood, Colo., mere steps from the display case, and plans to expand the program elsewhere.
"Natural Grocers' GardenBox™ offering has been a great addition to our Green Mountain store, providing our customers with the freshest, organic greens possible. The folks at FarmBox have been a great team for Natural Grocers to partner with as they share the same goal of empowering local communities with access to wholesome, affordable foods. We look forward to growing this program to additional stores in the future," says Michael Boardman, GardenBox Manager for Natural Grocers.
- Visit www.farmboxfoods.com for more information on Vertical Hydroponic Farming.
- To learn more about Natural Grocers visit www.naturalgrocers.com.
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Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries, body care products, and dietary supplements. The products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not contain artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or sweeteners, or partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA-certified organic produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy products, and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers' flexible smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a shopper-friendly, clean, and convenient retail environment. The Company also provides extensive free science-based Nutrition Education programs to help customers make informed health and nutrition choices. The Company, founded in 1955, has 162 stores in 20 states. Visit www.naturalgrocers.com for more information and store locations.
FarmBox Foods strives to change the way the world farms by connecting communities to sustainably sourced, locally grown food, year-round. They bring food security, safety, and sustainability to communities through their Vertical Hydroponic Farm (VHF) and Gourmet Mushroom Farm (GMF) and have been doing so since 2017. At FarmBox Foods, they are crafting alternatives to centralized food systems with their high-yield, low carbon footprint container farms. Their cutting-edge farm designs promote easy operation and maintenance while reducing the risk of food-borne illnesses. Not only can their farms be equipped with solar technology allowing for off-grid operation, but their innovative hydroponic watering system does not contribute to groundwater pollution.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Jen Judson, President of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, President of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the sentencing of ISIS Terrorist El Shafee Elsheikh in U.S. District Court in Alexandria, Va. today.
"Eight years ago today we lost journalist James Foley to a cowardly and violent act by El Shafee Elsheikh, the man convicted of kidnapping and murdering him in Syria. In the years following there have been tears and heartbreak for the Foley family and the journalism community. During that time the wheels of justice were turning slowly for Elsheikh and the other terrorists known collectively as "The Beatles" because of their British accents. In 2018 he was captured. After an extradition process, he came to the U.S. to stand trial. He was convicted of the murder of James Foley on April 14. Today he was sentenced to eight concurrent life sentences.
Our hearts are with Jim's family today – including his mother and advocate Diane, who, we are honored to have as a member of the National Press Club. Justice is important to the Foley family and they have waited a long time for it to arrive, as it did today. While we know this does not bring their son – our colleague -- home to them, we also know that they have worked hard for this day and we appreciate the significance for them and for all journalists.
We think this trial demonstrated something very powerful for journalists who are at risk of being held hostage. At one point, Elsheikh found himself facing some of the 26 hostages he had held during his time in Syria. He had beaten and tortured them, but they had been ransomed and freed. They had recovered and they found their way to an American courtroom where they looked their former captor in the eye. What this tells us is that when a hostage is released with concessions like ransom or a prisoner swap or anything else, it does not mean that justice is forgone for the hostage taker. In this case hostages obtained freedom through negotiation and lived to see their tormentor convicted and sentenced and ultimately imprisoned. Let us please not lose sight of this important lesson when we hear that the United States cannot negotiate or make concessions for hostages. It can and it must do so while preserving the path to ultimate justice."
Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists. With 3,000 members representing nearly every major news organization, the Club is a leading voice for press freedom in the U.S. and worldwide.
The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire a more representative democracy. As the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club, the Institute powers journalism in the public interest.
Contact: Bill McCarren, 202-662-7534 for the National Press Club
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MIAMI, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Researchers at ThriveDX announced today a marked uptick in the utilization of cybersecurity awareness programs across all industries in the last year, resulting in a higher level of security at a majority of enterprises. The findings are part of the company's newly released 2022 Global Cybersecurity Awareness Training Study including 1900+ CISOs, security leaders, and IT professionals.
Almost all of the organizations surveyed, a total of 97%, reported implementing some type of cybersecurity awareness training measures this past year, with most now using a combination of both phishing simulations and security awareness training. However, of the 1,900 security professionals surveyed, just 42% reported involving their employees in security detection with the use of such measures as a Phishing Incident Button. It's an important distinction as this type of engagement is known to further security by creating a virtual 'human firewall' and accelerating the reporting of potential threats.
"These statistics tell us two things. The first is that cybersecurity awareness is now reaching its adolescence with almost universal agreement that regular training improves enterprise security in a way that technology alone cannot," said Aaron Bostick, CISO, North America at ThriveDX. "Secondly, these numbers show us that we still have a long way to go to reach maturity and an understanding that the only true way to mitigate modern cyber risks is by positively changing employee behavior and building positive security cultures within our companies."
65% of IT professionals surveyed did agree that their cybersecurity awareness training programs need expansion, and no one indicated a desire to reduce their current engagement.
The results of employee awareness efforts were impressive across the board with 19% reporting better awareness; 14% greater vigilance; 12% said they increased their human firewall; and 99% reporting an increase in corporate security. Ninety-six percent also noted a positive influence on their enterprise's overall working atmosphere. Survey participants reported that the most important success factors were training course duration, an entertaining nature, customization, and individualization.
"This really validates the human-centric approach that we take towards security awareness," Roy Zur, CEO of ThriveDX for Enterprise, said. "Involving employees, offering end-to-end customized security training 'beyond awareness', and gaining employees' commitment to security is the number one way to mitigate cyber risk."
Other key findings:
- Currently, the most popular training topics are courses on phishing and malware, password security, email security, social engineering and ransomware.
- 72% refrain from pre-announcing phishing campaigns to employees
- The biggest challenges cited in implementing awareness programs were achieving user acceptance (25%), workload and resources (22%) and program execution (14%)
- The use of mission statements, policies, guidelines, metrics and systematic training is increasing with 58% of respondents reporting some form of security awareness regulations in place.
The full 2022 Global Cybersecurity Awareness Training Study is available here.
ThriveDX's enterprise solutions specialize in the human side of cybersecurity, offering end-to-end cybersecurity training and talent solutions. Our team is comprised of military-trained cyber experts, industry veterans, and educators united under the mission of closing the worldwide skills and talent gap in cybersecurity. The ThriveDX enterprise suite was born out of the formation of best-in-class cyber companies: Cybint Solutions (Cybersecurity Professional Bootcamp), Kontra Application Security (Application Security Training), Lucy Security (Security Awareness Training + Phishing), ThriveDX Labs (Managed Cybersecurity Services), and HackerU Pro (Custom Training with an Expert Instructor). Learn more here: ThriveDX for Enterprise.
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The proven success of Flex Logix's eFPGA in over a dozen successful tape-outs demonstrates its eFPGA IP maturity which is critical to be part of the core technology used in the DoD's Rapid Assured Microelectronics Prototypes (RAMP)
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex Logix® Technologies, Inc., the leading supplier of embedded FPGA (eFPGA) IP, architecture and software, announced today that it has been selected to be part of a team of microelectronic industry leaders, led by Microsoft, to build a chip development platform with the utmost regard for security as demonstrated by the DoD RAMP Project. Flex Logix was chosen for its leading embedded (eFPGA) technology that enables chips to be reconfigurable after tape-out, allowing companies to adapt to new requirements, changing standards and protocols as needed.
"Security can mean a lot of different things. For eFPGA, it means providing a means for keeping circuitry secret by programming the eFPGA in a secure environment," said Geoff Tate, CEO and Co-founder of Flex Logix. "We're honored to be working with Microsoft to bring Flex Logix's eFPGA technology as part of their Advanced Commercial Capabilities project for the DoD RAMP program."
The RAMP project intends to address and replace the obsolete practices utilized by the United States Government in support of state-of-the-art custom IC and system-on-chip design especially those associated with physical or "back-end" design. Given the long system lifetime of DoD systems, utilizing eFPGA provides the capability to make silicon changes to update algorithms or modify functionality and saves money by avoiding costly tape-outs and installation of replacement parts.
"Our collaboration with Flex Logix will help to advance flexibility to chip design," said Mujtaba Hamid, General Manager, Silicon, Modeling and Simulation, Microsoft. "The company's eFPGA technology has demonstrated success in supporting mission-critical applications and we look forward to bringing this capability to support national security priorities."
Using Flex Logix's EFLX®, chip developers can implement eFPGA from a few thousand LUTs to hundreds of thousands of LUTs with performance and density per square millimeter similar to leading FPGA companies in the same process generation. EFLX eFPGA is modular so arrays can be spread throughout the chip, can have all-logic or be heavy-DSP, and can integrate RAM in an array of many types.
Leveraging Flex Logix's patented interconnect used in EFLX, Flex Logix has developed InferX™, an AI inferencing tensor accelerator that delivers the highest throughput per dollar compared to other edge inferencing solutions. The combination of EFLX, InferX and a host processor creates a cohesive programmable and reconfigurable cognitive system.
Product briefs for EFLX eFPGA are available now at https://www.flex-logix.com/resources/
About Flex Logix
Flex Logix is a reconfigurable computing company providing AI inference and eFPGA solutions based on software, systems and silicon. Its InferX X1 is the industry's most-efficient AI edge inference accelerator that will bring AI to the masses in high-volume applications by providing much higher inference throughput per dollar and per watt. Flex Logix's eFPGA platform enables chips to flexibly handle changing protocols, standards, algorithms, and customer needs and to implement reconfigurable accelerators that speed key workloads 30-100x compared to general purpose processors. Flex Logix is headquartered in Mountain View, California and has offices in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit https://flex-logix.com.
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BEIJING, Aug. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Want to understand China's development over the past decade? CGTN and the CMG European and Latin American Languages Programming Center will provide global audiences a slate of productions focusing on "China in the New Era" across multi-language platforms in August 2022.
The programs reveal a clear picture of the true China, guiding viewers through a decade of development and change, the country's development path, and its diverse and inclusive culture.
Here's a preview of some of the highlights.
Everyone Matters: China in A Decade
To capture the changes that Chinese people have experienced over the past 10 years, "China in A Decade" explores the transformation of China in multiple areas – from high-quality development to governance, from building a cultural foundation to globally shared prosperity.
Via 36 stories told by ordinary individuals, the program reveals how everyone matters in China, and through their contributions, miracles can happen.
China Through a Global Lens
What does China look like from a global perspective? CGTN presents a variety of shows designed to give viewers from across the world a deeper insight into the realities of life in the country.
"My Account on China" and "On the Move" provides overseas audiences with authentic stories to understand China's changes and development.
"Latin Youth in Rural China" records three young Latin Americans' field trip to China's southwestern province of Sichuan to investigate the country's rural development model. The Argentine Ambassador to China also joined the trip and shared his thoughts on China's rural revitalization through his journal.
"The China Path: A Panoramic Decoding" gives viewers a comprehensive picture of China through world leaders' and global thinkers' insights on the country's governance.
"Classic Quotes by Xi Jinping" brings an entirely new avenue in five languages to discover the stories behind the classics and to discuss the cultural foundation of the Chinese people, in order to help viewers understand how Chinese wisdom helps underpin the governing of the evolving nation.
From Poverty to Prosperity: The Chinese Path to Modernization
Through a range of programming, CGTN seeks to explain how China has eliminated extreme poverty and pursued its path toward modernization.
From bustling metropolises to far-flung villages, the progress and challenges on China's modernization path have never stopped. "Modernization for 1.4 Billion"discusses the process and characteristics of China's unique path to modernization and brings together global experts to discuss its international significance.
Documentary "The Road to Common Prosperity" by Dr Robert Lawrence Kuhn showcase the transformations in China from various angles.
The 12-episode series "China by Numbers" builds on statistics and uses the numbers to showcase the transformations of China in a wide range of angles including economy, poverty alleviation, infrastructure, education, science and technology, culture, and sports.
Diverse and Inclusive: The Beauty of Chinese Culture
A number of new shows will take a deep dive into China's culture and history. They discuss the vital role of cultural exchanges in mutual learning and respect among nations.
"The Vibe" offers a refreshing perspective on the cultural exchanges between China and the rest of the world.
"Foodwise" and "Why We Love Dunhuang" unroll the vibrant cultural tapestry of China, and take viewers on a journey to the essence of Chinese culture.
"The Song, Painted" decodes traditional Chinese aesthetics via the lifestyles depicted in Song Dynasty paintings using virtual art technology, while "Inheritors" shines a light on China's rich Intangible Cultural Heritage and the tales behind it.
CGTN also unveiled "China Box," an interactive video product which will come in October. China Box provides a new video watching experience by creating a virtual world, where users can choose the avatars they like and enjoy thousands of videos.
2022 China Documentary Festival in Africa
CGTN has launched the 2022 China Documentary Festival Global Screening in Africa, the first time the festival has featured a special event for a specific region, in the presence of the ambassadors to China of Benin, Cameroon, Gabon, Senegal, Tanzania and Zimbabwe.
Thirty broadcasters and institutions from 20 African countries will join the festival to screen stories for African audiences.
Since the 2022 China Documentary Festival was launched in June, more than 50 documentaries produced by CGTN have been screened or streamed for global audiences. They include award-winning productions in English, French, Spanish, Arabic and Russian.
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Nurses march in DC to honor fallen, call for changes
Published: May. 12, 2022 at 3:09 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) - Hundreds of nurses from across the country were in the nation’s capital Thursday.
They’re honoring fellow nurses who’ve lost their lives and fighting for change.
They say they want fair and realistic wages, and they want to feel safe at work.
They are tired of the violence against healthcare workers, and they want a culture change to move past the biases and discrimination in the nursing profession.
Lawmakers are considering two bills that address some of those concerns.
Nurse organizations who made the trip to Capitol Hill say voicing their support is a big part of this march.
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Fauci says he’s ‘example’ for COVID vaccinations
WASHINGTON (AP) - Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, says his COVID-19 recovery is an “example” for the nation on the protection offered by vaccines and boosters.
Speaking during a White House briefing, Fauci, 81, said he began experiencing virus symptoms on June 14 and tested positive a day later. He was prescribed the anti-viral drug paxlovid, which has proven to be highly effective at preventing serious illness and death from COVID-19, on June 15.
“I’m still feeling really quite fine,” Fauci said Thursday, as the administration emphasized the protection offered by vaccines to people of all ages after the U.S. became the first country in the world to extend vaccine eligibility to children as young as six months.
“I think I’m an example, given my age, of what we’re all talking about today,” Fauci said. “I’m vaccinated. I’m doubly boosted. And I believe if that were not the case, I very likely would not be talking to you looking as well as I look, I think, right now. So all is well with Fauci.”
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A shooting near an unpermitted concert Sunday evening left a 15-year-old boy dead and several others wounded, according to police in Washington, DC.
Several hundred people had gathered to hear music played from a truck on a street sidewalk, DC Police Chief Robert Contee told reporters.
Before the deadly melee, he said, two other incidents had already caused panic and trampling at the concert.
Officers responded and contained the area, ultimately shutting down the concert, Contee said. He did not provide details of the incident but said "people started to scatter at that point."
Several people suffered leg or ankle injuries as the crowd dispersed, the police chief said. He said emergency personnel recovered an illegal firearm from one person as they tended to the injured.
Afterward, gunfire broke out near 14th and U Streets Northwest, close to the concert site. The 15-year-old boy was killed, and three adults were wounded, including a police officer, Contee said.
The officer and two adults were hospitalized in stable condition, he noted.
Several firearms were discovered from the scene, including a handgun on one of the adults who was shot, Contee said. But he said the weapon used to shoot the officer has not yet been found.
No police officer discharged their firearm, he added.
More mass shootings than days of the year
The US has suffered at least 277 mass shootings so far this year, according to the Gun Violence Archive, an average of more than 1.5 mass shootings every day.
The GVA defines mass shootings as those that kill or wound at least four people.
Recent mass shootings like the Buffalo supermarket attack and the Uvalde school massacre have renewed debates about gun control. In both of those massacres, the alleged gunman was 18 years old and used an AR-15-style rifle.
A bipartisan group of senators has announced an agreement in principle for gun safety legislation which would address mental health resources and school safety.
But sticking points remain, including the issues of funding for state red flag laws and denying firearms to unmarried partners convicted of domestic violence.
Officials vow to crack down on unpermitted events.
Both the DC mayor and police chief said permit requirements must be taken seriously.
"We have a child who was killed today at an event that did not have any proper planning for the number of people who were here and with guns involved," DC Mayor Muriel Bowser told reporters Sunday.
"The chief and I will continue to make sure we have the resources we need on these corridors and all of our corridors, but we need some accountability here."
The police chief said officials will "look at what legal action should be taken as a result of an unpermitted event in our city."
"When you have large gatherings in a dense area, all it takes is one person introducing a gun to the situation that makes it deadly," Contee said. "In this case, unfortunately, a 15-year-old lost his life."
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is assisting local police with the investigation, the agency's Washington Field Division said.
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STOCKHOLM, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vermiculus has been chosen to deliver a real-time clearing solution to CERC, the main financial market infrastructure specialized in receivables in Brazil. In this cooperation, Vermiculus will provide a solution based on its modern clearing system, VeriClearTM, which is an elastically scalable and AI-powered real-time clearing system.
CERC has the mission to make the market of receivables more efficient and reliable and aims to achieve this by efficiently connecting stakeholders of multiple economic sectors. Attaining this demands a system with immense architectural integrity and flexibility that can adapt to the vast, diverse, and always changing requirements. It also seeks to maintain its cloud integration and therefore requires the most modern architectural solution. Furthermore, with CERC's rapidly increasing business, the need for a multi-functional and greatly advanced settlement clearing system is paramount.
"Vermiculus' VeriClearTM perfectly matches our ambition to modernize and streamline our industry in a powerful way that has never been done before."
– Marcelo Maziero, Co-Founder of CERC
CERC began its operations by pioneering the registry of trade invoices, which was later extended to include receivables from credit and debit cards, among other assets, making it a reference in this sector that moves trillions of Brazilian reais. Aware of this financial potential and the importance of receivables as collateral for credit transactions, CERC is expanding its services and is waiting for authorization from the Brazilian Central Bank (BCB) and Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) to operate a Settlement System and a Central Securities Depository, which will allow it to offer more services to further enhance credit transactions in Brazil.
The Vermiculus and CERC partnership is the beginning of a long and rewarding relationship between both companies. "We are excited to work together with the highly experienced and professional team at Vermiculus to develop a solution that supports our core objective of decentralizing data to reduce information asymmetry and help democratize the supply of credit so that more companies can benefit." says Marcelo Maziero, co-founder of CERC. "In order for us to meet our uniquely advancing business initiatives, extreme flexibility and performance are key, which Vermiculus already delivers."
Vermiculus' multi-asset microservices-based clearing solution, VeriClearTM, provides comprehensive and flexible multi-currency settlement capabilities for clearing houses. The system allows for monitoring and managing receivables and risk in real-time across multiple markets as well as provides an in-depth overview of the transaction chain. The clearing system is optimized for being able to quickly adopt new business initiatives and product developments, with unparalleled scalability, adaptability, and customization. This is powered by intelligent APIs and AI functions which are presented with superior usability through its dynamic GUI dashboard. The analytical dashboard enables efficient drill-down possibilities and error handling through its algorithmic abilities and has the capacity to gather business intelligence.
Taraneh Derayati, CEO of Vermiculus says "Founded in 2015, CERC has built their business into one of the fastest growing marketplaces in Brazil with a uniquely diverse set of offerings. CERC's innovative nature and execution power for diverse growth make them a fantastic client for Vermiculus as we value innovation and progressive ambition. With this collaboration, we will continue to deliver our mission-critical technology with uniquely flexible solutions based on our pioneering microservices and AI architecture."
Derayati adds, "By working with such a forward-thinking client, we are set to deliver a powerful and modern product that is made-to-measure, fully adaptable, and of the highest performance."
About CERC
Headquartered in São Paulo and founded in 2015 with employees throughout Brazil and the USA, CERC is a financial market infrastructure (FMI) operating in several economic sectors with several types of receivables. The company provides solutions that add transparency and security for analyzing, registering, and controlling property and settlement of financial assets, so that these assets can be more easily used as collateral for credit transactions.
CERC is the first cloud-native FMI specialized in receivables with an outstanding role in clearing (settlement registration and control) credit card receivables. It is Brazil's largest FMI by volume of processed transactions. One of CERC's main objectives is to centralize data from thousands of companies' financial assets to reduce the information asymmetry that restricts market growth and supply more credit to businesses.
About Vermiculus Financial Technology
Vermiculus Financial Technology provides cutting-edge trading, clearing and CSD solutions to market participants around the world. Vermiculus solutions are the first to bring together state-of-the-art advances in dynamic microservices architecture with vast experience in clearing house and exchange business requirements.
Vermiculus solutions radically improve robustness, quality, and flexibility by utilizing AI-driven microservices, and can achieve superior environmental performance, elastic scalability, and cost-efficiency through SaaS and cloud-based deployment.
The company started its operation in 2020 and is founded by industry experts with the incentive to revolutionize the technology of exchanges, clearing houses and CSDs. With its headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, Vermiculus consists of hand-picked industry experts, trained to deliver mission-critical solutions. With decades of accumulated knowledge and expertise, the team has previously completed 75+ projects for the world's largest exchanges, clearing houses and CSDs.
For more information about Vermiculus and its product and service offerings, visit www.vermiculus.se or get in touch through info@vermiculus.se.
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Becomes Official Nutritional Supplement Supplier of Tall Blacks and Sky Sport Tall Ferns Squads
SALT LAKE CITY, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For 30 years USANA, the Cellular Nutrition Company, has been a leader in its industry. With more professional and Olympic athletes trusting USANA with their nutritional needs than any other nutritional supplement in the world, its impressive and diverse roster of athletic partners continues to soar. USANA is now the official nutritional supplement supplier of Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ), providing NSF-certified products to the Tall Blacks, Sky Sport Tall Ferns, and respective 3x3 team athletes.
"We are pumped and so thrilled to be working with the tremendous athletes of Basketball New Zealand and supporting their nutritional needs with our tested products," says David Mulham, USANA's chief sales officer. "We look forward to cheering them on as they represent New Zealand in upcoming competitions and beyond."
The Tall Blacks and Sky Sport Tall Ferns 3x3 teams recently won the FIBA Asia Cup and will progress to the Crelan FIBA 3x3 World Cup 2022 in Belgium next month. The teams will also compete in the inaugural debut of the 3x3 format at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games in July.
Meanwhile the Tall Blacks will play a World Cup qualifier against the Philippines on June 30–their first game on home soil since 2018–before heading to the FIBA Asia Cup on July 12. The Tall Ferns also look forward to playing in New Zealand in 2022, with tournament details to be announced soon.
"We are excited to partner with USANA for our Senior National teams," says MNZM Chief Executive of Basketball New Zealand Dillon Boucher. "With a focus on the health and well-being of our teams, this partnership allows us to provide what is needed to be at our peak for performance on the world stage."
Having trust in a product is important for BBNZ and its athletes, and USANA's commitment to offering quality nutritional supplements met the organizations needs and expectations.
"Through our partnership with Drug Free Sport NZ, we are committed to ensuring our athletes are educated about supplement use," adds Boucher. "We were impressed with USANA's quality assurance program and the level of detail they put into their third-party testing."
USANA's world-class products are validated through third-party testing to ensure supplements are thoroughly tested against the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) list of banned substances. A variety of USANA products are tested through NSF International's Certified for Sport® program to verify what's on the label is in the bottle and Informed-Choice which regularly tests the purity of the products' raw ingredients.
To learn more about USANA and its award-winning supplements, visit USANA.com.
About USANA
USANA (NYSE:USNA) prides itself on providing consumers the highest quality nutritional products in the world. From its award-winning supplements to its innovative skincare and new active nutrition line, USANA has proven for 30 years why it's a company you can trust. How about giving us a try? Shop at USANA.com or learn more at whatsupUSANA.com.
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About Basketball New Zealand
Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ) is the national body for the sport of basketball in New Zealand. Its role is to develop, grow, and promote basketball and participants of the game. BBNZ is run by a small national office based in Wellington and is strategically driven by a Board of Directors.
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BOSTON, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Perovskite photovoltaics (PV) is a very young field, only emerging in 2009. Since then, research into the field has catapulted leading to the fastest acceleration in record efficiency of any PV technology. IDTechEx's new report, "Perovskite Photovoltaics 2023-2033", explores the diverse range of opportunities presented by perovskite PV, including gaps in demand, supply chain innovation, and emerging applications.
Remarkably rapid efficiency gains
Perovskite photovoltaics have demonstrated remarkable efficiencies, with new applications enabled by their low cost, thin film architecture, and tuneable absorption. Record efficiencies are already on par with those of silicon PV, a technology with decades of research behind it. Additionally, perovskite PV does not use toxic or rare materials, and the manufacturing is well-suited to scalable solution-based deposition methods. This gives perovskite PV an edge over the existing dominant thin film alternatives such as cadmium telluride (CdTe) and copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS), which suffer from expensive synthesis and material scarcity.
Despite the demonstration of high-efficiency perovskite solar cells, commercial adoption is limited by concerns over long-term stability. Perovskites are well-known to degrade following exposure to environmental factors such as heat, air, humidity, and UV light. Encapsulation techniques and material engineering are crucial to preventing degradation of the perovskite film – solving these high-value problems is a compelling commercial opportunity.
Enabling emerging applications
Perovskite PV is very versatile. It can be used in mainstream applications such as in solar farms and rooftops. Since the weight of a perovskite module can be at least 90 % lighter than a silicon module, it is particularly well-suited to novel applications as well such as vertical building integration and structures with low weight tolerance. These are applications that mainstream silicon-based PV is not compatible with and therefore provide a niche opportunity for perovskite PV. Flexible solar modules are another exciting recent development in photovoltaics. Thin film perovskite PV is naturally well-suited to flexible designs. Conformality allows for greater practicality and aesthetic control when integrating into building facades as well as electronic devices.
With the emergence of Internet of Things (IoT), perovskite PV could also be a very suitable choice for self-powered smart electronics. Batteries are typically used to power small appliances. Where hundreds or thousands of individual electronics are in use, replacing batteries can be unsustainable both in terms of labor costs and number of disposable batteries. Employing low-cost PV powered devices with lifespans of 10 years could be far more economical. There is already very early-stage commercialization of self-powered electronics using organic PV. This market is still very small and there is plenty of room for new entrants. Perovskite PV promises higher efficiencies and simpler synthesis than organics, and potentially longer lifespans.
Outlook
The future appears optimistic for perovskite PV, since the technology has advanced much more rapidly than any other photovoltaic technology. Unlike CdTe and CIGS active layers, perovskites do not require rare or expensive raw materials. The synthesis is straightforward and deposition can be carried out without the need for a vacuum or high temperatures. The possibility of creating flexible devices also opens up new applications that mainstream silicon PV cannot target due to their bulk, weight, and rigidity. Despite the promising advantages, concerns surrounding the lifespan of perovskite solar cells remain at the forefront of the discussion.
This report, "Perovskite Photovoltaics 2023-2033", gives 10-year market forecasts, key player analysis, technology benchmarking, and identification of core application areas. It examines the current status and latest trends in photovoltaic technology, supply chain, and manufacturing know-how. It also identifies the key challenges, competition, and innovation opportunities facing perovskite PV. Technical analysis and emerging trends are based on cutting-edge research and primary information with key and emerging players. This report focuses primarily on photovoltaic applications of perovskites and also provides an overview of alternative (non-photovoltaic) applications.
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The first and only festival of its kind celebrating birth workers, caregivers and families. Health experts, policy leaders, and community members will center maternal and reproductive health, and amplify solutions!
BROOKLYN, N.Y., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHAT: The Doula Expo is a daylong festival curated by Mama Glow that brings together leading experts, health institutions, businesses, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, birth workers and families. The groundbreaking event will explore critical topics along the reproductive continuum, and discuss how we build a future where birth is safe and equitable for all. The event features: Main stage talks, interactive booths, lounge spaces, and more.
WHO: Over 40 brand partners including: March of Dimes, Kate Spade New York, Carol's Daughter, Bobbie, Kin Euphorics, and more.
EMCEES: Karyn Parsons, actress, best-selling author, best known for her role as Hilary Banks on the iconic NBC sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. And Latham Thomas, founder of Mama Glow
WHEN: Saturday, May 21, 2022, 10-6 PM at 25 KENT, Williamsburg, Brooklyn
RSVP: Gagan@MamaGlow.com
Some featured content from the day:
11:20 AM Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, head of the Maternal Health Task Force will give official remarks, he is committed to making Brooklyn one of the safest places to give birth.
11:30 AM Stacey Brayboy, SVP of Policy and Government Affairs, March of Dimes, will lead a panel discussion with community stakeholders addressing policy gaps in maternal and infant health.
12:00 PM Melissa Hannah, JD, MBA, CEO, of Mahmee, and Kimberly Seals Allers, founder, of Irth App (yelp for birth) will be in conversation lifting up the importance of Black femme tech founders in cultivating solutions for Black maternal health.
12:30 PM Jillian Hervey, multidisciplinary artist, front woman of Lion Babe, will share her personal birth experience and the value of doulas, followed by a special solo musical performance.
1:30 PM Charlamagne tha God, New York Times Bestselling Author and Co-host of Power 105.1, The Breakfast Club and Charles Johnson IV, maternal health advocate, will be in conversation about the impact of the Black maternal health crisis on fathers and our community.
2:00 PM Elieke Kearns, Medical Affairs Lead of Bobbie, a new organic infant formula company, will lead an important conversation grounded in infant feeding solutions, which is especially important given country-wide formula shortages.
2:30 PM Dr. Leslie Saltzman, Chief Medical Officer, Ovia Health, will speak about the latest research on fertility while dispelling widespread myths and misperceptions.
3:00 PM Lisa Price, founder, Carol's Daughter, will discuss the Black maternal health initiative, 'Love Delivered'. Carol's Daughter has partnered with the Mama Glow Foundation to fund doula services in 5 major US cities.
4:00 PM Boram Nam, founder of Boram, a new postnatal retreat concept in the Langham hotels, will be in conversation about the importance of postpartum rest and recovery, in a culture of no paid parental leave.
About The Doula Expo
Conceived by world-renowned doula Latham Thomas – the founder of Mama Glow and co-founder of the Mama Glow Foundation – the Doula Expo by Mama Glow is a day-long festival that supports birth professionals and families and prioritizes education, connection, and community. The inaugural Doula Expo event took place in October 2021 in Brooklyn and hosted over 400 attendees.
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Trump associates’ ties to extremists probed by Jan. 6 panel
(AP) - After members of the far-right Oath Keepers extremist group stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan 6, 2021, their leader called someone on the phone with an urgent message for then-President Donald Trump, another extremist told investigators.
While gathered in a private suite at the Phoenix Park Hotel, an Oath Keeper member says he heard their leader, Stewart Rhodes, repeatedly urge the person on the phone to tell Trump to call upon militia groups to fight to keep the president in power.
“I just want to fight,” Rhodes said after hanging up with the person, who denied Rhodes’ appeal to speak directly to the Republican president, court records say.
Federal prosecutors have not said who they believe Rhodes was speaking to on that call, which was detailed in court documents in the case of an Oath Keeper member who has pleaded guilty in the riot. An attorney for Rhodes says the call never happened.
The story, however, has raised questions about whether the extremist group boss may have had the ear of someone close to Trump on Jan. 6 — an issue that could take center stage when the House committee that’s investigating the insurrection holds its next public hearing on Tuesday.
The Jan. 6 committee has said it is looking closely at any ties between people in Trump’s orbit and extremist groups accused of helping put into motion the violence at the Capitol.
Top leaders and members of the Oath Keepers and another far-right group — the Proud Boys — have been charged with seditious conspiracy in the most serious cases the Justice Department has brought so far in the Jan. 6 attack.
Neither federal prosecutors nor House investigators have alleged that anyone in the Trump White House was in communication with extremist groups in the run-up to Jan. 6.
But at least two men close to Trump — longtime friend Roger Stone and his former national security adviser Michael Flynn — have known contacts with far-right groups and extremists who, in some cases, are alleged to have been involved in Jan. 6.
Cassidy Hutchinson, a former aide to Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, also told the House committee that she heard the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers mentioned leading up to the “Stop the Steal” rally in Washington on Jan. 6. But no further details about that have been revealed.
Cassie Miller, a Southern Poverty Law Center senior research analyst who has provided the committee with information about extremists, said she expects lawmakers to build on that testimony and possibly reveal more information about connections between people close to Trump and groups like the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys.
“Right now, things are very blurry,” Miller said.
During the committee’s last televised hearing, Hutchinson told lawmakers that Trump instructed Meadows to speak with Stone and Flynn the day before the riot. Hutchinson said Meadows called both Flynn and Stone on the evening of Jan. 5, but she said she didn’t know what they spoke about.
In posts on the social media platform Telegram after the hearing, Stone denied ever speaking to Meadows on the phone. When asked by The Associated Press for comment about the call, Flynn’s brother replied in an email that the Jan. 6 hearing “is a clown show.”
Neither Stone nor Flynn has been charged in connection to the Capitol riot, and both of them have invoked their Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination before the House committee. Trump pardoned each of them after they were convicted by jurors or pleaded guilty in cases unrelated to Jan. 6.
During events in Washington before the riot, Stone used members of the Oath Keepers — a far-right militia group that recruits current and former military, first responders and law enforcement — as security guards.
Photos and video on Jan. 5 and 6 show Stone flanked by people dressed in Oath Keepers gear. Among them was Joshua James, then the leader of the group’s Alabama chapter, who has pleaded guilty to seditious conspiracy and is cooperating with authorities investigating the insurrection.
Stone, an informal Trump adviser, has denied having any knowledge of or involvement in anything illegal on Jan. 6.
“The Oath Keepers provided security for me on the voluntary basis on January 5. Nothing more nothing less,” he wrote recently on Telegram.
On Friday, attorneys for Rhodes told the committee that their client wants to testify in person and publicly. A spokesperson for the committee declined to comment, but it’s unlikely lawmakers would agree to Rhodes’ conditions.
The committee already interviewed Rhodes for hours behind closed doors, but he invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination under the direction of his attorneys when asked about the post-election period, one of his lawyers, James Lee Bright, told the AP. Bright said Rhodes now wants to “confront the narrative they are portraying,” which he believes is “completely wrong.”
Rhodes, a former U.S. Army paratrooper, and four co-defendants are scheduled for trial in Washington in September. The Oath Keepers have largely avoided public forums since Jan. 6, and it’s unclear who is handling the “day to day” operations of the group with Rhodes behind bars, said Oren Segal, vice president of the Anti-Defamation League’s Center on Extremism.
The Oath Keepers have denied there was any plan to storm the Capitol. They say their communications and planning leading up to Jan. 6 was only about providing security for right-wing figures like Stone before the riot as well as protecting themselves against possible attacks from antifa activists.
Stone has also not been shy about a close association with Enrique Tarrio, the former Proud Boys chairman who is scheduled to stand trial in December on sedition charges alongside other members of the extremist group that refers to itself as a politically incorrect men’s club for “Western chauvinists.”
In February 2019 — one month after being charged with witness tampering and other crimes in special counsel Robert Mueller’s Russia investigation — Stone was summoned back to court to answer for a post on his Instagram account featuring a photo of the judge with what appeared to be the crosshairs of a gun. On the witness stand, Stone publicly identified Tarrio as one of five or six “volunteers” who provided him with images and content to post on social media. Stone said his house functioned as a headquarters for his volunteers.
Trump commuted Stone’s 40-month prison sentence in that case days before he was due to report to prison and pardoned him months later.
The Proud Boys have been trying to forge connections with mainstream Republican figures since Vice Media co-founder Gavin McInnes started the group in 2016, Miller said.
A Proud Boys member told the Jan. 6 committee that membership in the group skyrocketed after Trump refused to outright condemn the group during his first debate with Biden. Instead, Trump told the Proud Boys to “stand back and stand by.”
And while extremist groups tend to collapse after law-enforcement authorities jail their top leaders, that hasn’t seemed to have happened to the Proud Boys. Despite a brief lull in activity after the riot, 2021 became one of the most active years for the extremist group, according to Miller.
Flynn also had contact with some far-right groups before Jan. 6. In the weeks after the election, Flynn became a leading figure in the campaign to sow doubt about the results and urge Trump to take extraordinary measures to stay in power.
Flynn called Trump’s loss a “coup in progress,” publicly suggested Trump should seize voting machines and floated the idea of martial law. He and several allies ultimately brought those ideas directly to Trump in an Oval Office meeting that December. Flynn was also a featured speaker at a large rally in Washington on Dec. 12, 2020, backing Trump’s desperate efforts to subvert his election loss.
In text messages later filed in court, Rhodes — the Oath Keepers leader — and other members discussed how members of the group had worked with another far-right group, 1st Amendment Praetorians, or 1AP, to provide personal security to Flynn that day. A photograph taken by UPI shows Flynn leaving the rally with Rhodes and at least one member of 1AP.
The House committee has subpoenaed 1AP Founder Robert Patrick Lewis, noting in a letter to Lewis that he claimed to coordinate regularly with Flynn and also claimed to be in contact with Rhodes prior to Jan. 6.
Lewis, who has not been charged in Jan. 6, has said the group was made up of military and law enforcement veterans, and provided pro bono security and intelligence in the months after the election. In a recent defamation lawsuit, Lewis and another member of 1AP, Philip Luelsdorff, have denied involvement with the planning or execution of the Capitol attack, and said that 1AP has never been a militia or paramilitary group.
Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI during the Russia investigation before being pardoned by Trump a little more than a month before the Capitol riot.
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Richer reported from Boston, Smith from Providence, Rhode Island, and Kunzelman from College Park, Maryland. Associated Press writer Eric Tucker in Washington contributed to this report.
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