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NEW YORK (AP) — Ripley’s Believe It or Not! on Thursday denied claims that Kim Kardashian’s wearing of the iconic Marilyn Monroe “Happy Birthday” dress left it with new damage.
ChadMichael Morrisette, who owns a mannequin supply company and once handled the skintight sparkler briefly worn by Kardashian at the Met Gala, said he spotted fresh damage to the crystal-covered garment when he popped in for a look at a Ripley’s Los Angeles location.
Morrisette shared photos taken on June 12 of the 60-year-old dress with a friend and fellow Monroe collector, who caused a stir earlier this week when he posted before and after shots on social media.
“It makes me sad. I ran out in tears,” Morrisette told The Associated Press.
Kardashian changed into a replica after climbing the Grand Staircase of the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2. She wore the nude-colored dress for just a few minutes. Ripley’s purchased the dress for $4.8 million in 2016 at an auction. Morrisette said he was hired to stage Monroe memorabilia that included the look Monroe wore in 1962 to serenade then-President John F. Kennedy for his 45th birthday.
“From the bottom of the Met steps, where Kim got into the dress, to the top where it was returned, the dress was in the same condition it started in,” Ripley’s Amanda Joiner, vice president of publishing and licensing, said in the statement.
She was with the dress the day of the gala and during its transport from Orlando, Florida, where it was last displayed, to New York, according to Ripley’s.
Morrisette’s photos, alongside pre-Met Gala images of the dress, lit up social media amid criticism at the time of the gala that Kardashian should not have been allowed to don the delicate and historically notable dress. It was made of a flammable fabric that is no longer on the market.
Morrisette said he was stunned to see its condition. He said he saw the fabric stretched at the back zipper and hook enclosures with new hand-stitched crystals missing. He also said the shoulders appeared stressed. He said that level of damage wasn’t present the more than a dozen times he has viewed the dress over the years.
Ripley’s said soon after the gala that care was taken in the handling of the dress and no alterations were allowed. Kardashian changed into a replica after reaching the top of the stairs. She kept the back of the dress hidden under a white jacket, leading to speculation the gown wasn’t zipped all the way up.
According to Ripley’s, a report written on the dress’s condition in early 2017 states that “a number of the seams are pulled and worn. This is not surprising given how delicate the material is. There is puckering at the back by the hooks and eyes,” among other instances of damage.
The dress adorned with more than 2,500 crystals was custom made for Monroe. It was based on a sketch by the famed designer Bob Mackie, working for the costumer Jean Louis at the time.
Asked for Kardashian’s reaction to the damage controversy, a representative passed along Ripley’s statement with no additional comment.
Ripley’s said it allowed Kardashian to wear the dress to keep Monroe’s legacy alive.
“Our mission is to both entertain and educate visitors and fans, and sparking conversations like the discourse around Marilyn Monroe’s dress does just that,” the company said. “No matter which side of the debate you are on, the historical importance of the dress has not been negated, but rather highlighted. A entirely new group of young people have now been introduced to the legacy of Marilyn Monroe.”
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Police arrest man after he allegedly buried his mother and sister in the backyard and continued to cash social security checks
By Amy Simonson and Alaa Elassar, CNN
A man has been arrested and charged in connection with the burial of both his mother and sister inside plastic containers in the backyard of their suburban Chicago home, according to police.
Michael Lelko, 45, has been charged with two felony counts of concealment of death/moving body, according to court documents filed in the Cook County Circuit Court.
Lelko was not charged with the deaths of his mother, Jean Lelko, and sister, Jennifer Lelko, because the medical examiner’s office could not determine the cause of death due to the deterioration of the bodies, Lyons Police Chief Thomas Herion told CNN.
Lelko’s brother, John Lelko, was also taken into custody but was not formally charged and was later released.
The medical examiner did not respond to CNN’s request for comment.
Herion said federal law enforcement is looking into whether criminal charges are warranted, because the mother’s Social Security checks were cashed for some period after her death.
Herion said the amount at issue is about $75,000 to $80,000. It is unclear if the brothers have retained an attorney.
Police conducted a well-being check visit at the Lelkos’ house on August 26, 2021, because water hadn’t been used in the home in the past year, a court document states.
After speaking with neighbors at the time, the police happened upon Michael Lelko walking down the street, according to court documents.
Lelko told police that they hadn’t had running water in a year and that his brother had a heart condition, according to Herion.
Officers tried to enter the premises after Lelko gave them permission, but soon discovered the only way in and out was by crawling through a window, Herion said.
“Officers attempted to enter the residence, but entranceways were almost completely blocked with boxes and detritus,” court documents said. “Due to deplorable condition of the residence, officers were only able to get inside the residence through a window.”
“The doors were barricaded with debris,” Herion said. “I could see fleas and bugs and piles from floor to ceiling, and I can smell urine and feces.”
Herion said police eventually entered the house wearing biohazard suits.
After calling in medical attention for Lelko’s brother John, Herion asked Michael where his mother and sister were.
While in the ambulance, Henrion told officers that he buried his mother in the backyard when she passed in 2015, according to court documents.
Michael Lelko continued to deposit his mother’s Social Security checks and two surveillance videos from Citi Bank show him making withdrawals from his mother’s account, according to court documents.
“He said, ‘We buried my mom in the backyard,’ and when I asked him how his sister is doing, he said, ‘In 2019, she came down with Covid, she got sick and she died,'” Herion said. The first confirmed death from Covid-19 in the US was in February 2020.
He then told Herion that his sister was also buried in the backyard.
After Lelko showed police on August 26 where the bodies were buried, Lyons Police Department officers and Cook County Medical Examiners went to the location and “unearthed 2 large plastic containers,” court documents say.
“Human remains were found in each of the plastic containers, and DNA analysis was conducted,” according to the documents.
Michael Lelko was released on bond and placed on electronic monitoring, Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office spokeswoman Tandra Simonton said.
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NEW YORK, April 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. ("Aurinia" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AUPH) and certain of its officers. The class action, filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and docketed under 22-cv-02185, is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired Aurinia securities between May 7, 2021 and February 25, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), seeking to recover damages caused by Defendants' violations of the federal securities laws and to pursue remedies under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act") and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder, against the Company and certain of its top officials.
If you are a shareholder who purchased or otherwise acquired Aurinia securities during the Class Period, you have until June 14, 2022 to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com. To discuss this action, contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888.476.6529 (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
Aurinia is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes therapies to treat various diseases with unmet medical need in Japan and the People's Republic of China. The Company's only product is LUPKYNIS, which it offers for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis.
The complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and compliance policies. Specifically, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Aurinia was experiencing declining revenues; (ii) Aurinia's 2022 sales outlook for LUPKYNIS would fall well short of expectations; (iii) accordingly, the Company had significantly overstated LUPKYNIS's commercial prospects; (iv) as a result, the Company had overstated its financial position and/or prospects for 2022; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
On February 28, 2022, Aurinia issued a press release announcing its financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2021. Among other items, Aurinia reported a year-over-year revenue decline and announced a lower-than-expected sales outlook for 2022.
On this news, Aurinia's common share price fell $3.94 per share, or 24.26%, to close at $12.30 per share on February 28, 2022.
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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Christina Theodoris joins Gladstone as an assistant investigator to find new therapies for people with life-threatening cardiovascular diseases
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In order for our hearts to form correctly and keep us thriving, hundreds of genes must act together in complex networks. If part of a network malfunctions, cardiovascular disease may arise.
Christina Theodoris (she/her), MD, PhD, is focused on mapping how our genes interact within these networks to enable the proper development and function of the heart, and on understanding how the networks of genes are altered in cardiovascular disease—all with the goal of helping develop novel therapies.
"Through my research, I hope to develop new, network-correcting treatments that could really make an impact for my patients with heart conditions," says Theodoris.
She is now joining Gladstone Institutes as an assistant investigator, where she will leverage both computational and experimental strategies to answer scientific questions.
Theodoris is no stranger to Gladstone. While completing her graduate studies at UC San Francisco (UCSF), she worked in the lab of Gladstone President Deepak Srivastava, MD, and led the discovery of a potential new medication for people with calcific aortic valve disease, a leading cause of heart disease.
Now, after 5 years as a resident in pediatric genetics at Boston Children's Hospital, Theodoris has returned to San Francisco. In addition to her new role at Gladstone, she is also joining UCSF as an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics.
"Christina embodies the best of that rare combination of someone who cares deeply for her patients while also working tirelessly in the lab to find new cures for them," says Benoit Bruneau, PhD, director of the Gladstone Institute of Cardiovascular Disease. "She has already made important discoveries that have led to potential new drugs for cardiovascular disease, and we look forward to her expanding on those here at Gladstone."
Drugs that treat disease by targeting individual dysfunctional genes already exist for many illnesses, especially different types of cancer. However, traditional methods for designing treatments don't take into account the complex ways in which genes interact in networks, and therefore might not identify the most effective drugs.
"You might find a drug that has some beneficial effect on disease symptoms, but if it's targeting genes that happen to be on the periphery of a malfunctioning network instead of what's really central within that network, it won't affect the core of the disease process," says Theodoris.
Drugs that target central network components and correct their function could have a far broader and more restorative effect.
Theodoris and her colleagues demonstrated this concept in her previous work on calcific aortic valve disease at Gladstone. First, they used large amounts of patients' genomic data to build a highly detailed computational map of the network of genes involved in the disease. Then, they applied an artificial intelligence method to screen for promising drug candidates based on how well each drug was able to correct problems within the gene network in diseased human cells in the lab.
This union of computation and experimentation surfaced a promising drug candidate that successfully prevented calcific aortic valve disease in mice. Soon, that drug or a closely related analog may be provided to patients in a clinical trial.
"Now, we want to use a similar network-based screening method to identify drug candidates for many other cardiovascular conditions," Theodoris says.
Her team is starting with aortic aneurysm, a rare but life-threatening condition in which the aorta gradually dilates and may eventually rupture. Current treatments are limited; if dilation is detected, doctors may monitor the patient until the disease is severe enough that a risky aortic replacement surgery is warranted.
"We hope to find a targeted therapy that treats the underlying disease process to prevent aortic dilation," Theodoris says.
However, very little human gene expression data exist for aortic aneurysm, posing a major challenge for mapping the underlying gene network. So, the team is applying a computational strategy called transfer learning, in which a computational model is trained on a very large amount of general data to gain baseline knowledge that can then be transferred to improve predictions in a narrower topic with limited data—in this case, aortic aneurysm.
"We trained a new model using publicly available single-cell RNA sequencing data from a total of 30 million cells from a variety of human tissues to get a baseline understanding of gene network dynamics," Theodoris says. "Now, we can fine tune it with the limited amount of aortic aneurysm data we have in order to map the underlying gene network and identify what is really important in driving the disease."
Once the team has mapped the aortic aneurysm gene network, they will apply the same network-based screening strategy used for calcific aortic valve disease in order to find promising drug candidates that can then be tested in mice and, hopefully, one day be used to help treat aortic aneurysm in patients.
"During the screening process, it will be important to use cells from different stages of the disease so we can see how the network dynamics change as the disease progresses," Theodoris says. "It's possible that a medication that's effective at an earlier stage might not work once the disease has progressed beyond a certain point, while a different medication may be effective in this later stage."
In the future, her lab will apply a similar method to discover new drugs for other serious cardiovascular conditions that currently lack effective treatments, including cardiomyopathies and vasculopathies.
Theodoris has long been passionate about discovery. Growing up, she and her sister spent much of their time playing in the forest near their home in Atlanta, Georgia.
"We were fascinated by all the life around us, and I began to be curious about the underlying biology of it all," recalls Theodoris.
As an undergraduate at the California Institute of Technology, she worked in the lab of biologist Eric H. Davidson, PhD, where she developed a deep appreciation for the architecture of the gene networks involved in early development—and recognized the potential of applying them to disease.
Now, inspired by her time in Srivastava's lab and at Boston Children's Hospital, Theodoris's top motivator is her patients, and she will continue to work in the clinic at UCSF while running her lab at Gladstone.
"Clinical work is key for directing my research questions to areas that are likely to have the most impact for my patients," she says. "And it helps me see how we can best translate our discoveries and integrate them into clinical care."
As she builds her team at Gladstone, Theodoris is focused on optimizing the combination of computational and experimental strategies that underpin her research. She is hiring scientists with expertise in both areas and aims to foster clear, productive communication to maximize opportunities for discovery.
"Overall, for many cardiovascular conditions, there are no targeted medical treatments available to our patients," Theodoris says. "My biggest driver is the hope that we can one day make an impact in the lives of patients and their families by targeting their individual genetic changes and treating the core of the disease process. That would be truly incredible."
Christina Theodoris, MD, PhD, is an assistant investigator at Gladstone Institutes, and an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UC San Francisco (UCSF). She completed her bachelor's degree in biology at California Institute of Technology, where she worked in the Eric Davidson Lab studying gene regulatory networks in early sea urchin development. She then completed her MD and PhD in developmental and stem cell biology at UCSF. During her graduate work in Deepak Srivastava's lab at Gladstone, co-mentored by Katherine Pollard and Benoit Bruneau, she developed an innovative network-based approach to therapeutic design leveraging machine learning and iPS cell disease modeling, which ultimately identified a candidate molecule for the treatment and prevention of cardiac valve disease currently under further development toward clinical trials.
As a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Data Science at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, co-mentored by X. Shirley Liu and Patrick Ellinor, she developed a novel deep learning model leveraging large-scale single cell transcriptomic data to enable context-specific predictions in settings with limited data in network biology through transfer learning. She also co-developed a machine learning methodology that systematically contrasts single-cell multimodal transcriptomic and chromatin accessibility data to infer the regulatory circuitry driving fate decisions within cell state trajectories. She completed her medical subspecialty training in pediatrics and medical genetics at Boston Children's Hospital, and her clinical experiences in pediatric cardiovascular genetics inform and direct her research program.
To ensure our work does the greatest good, Gladstone Institutes focuses on conditions with profound medical, economic, and social impact—unsolved diseases. Gladstone is an independent, nonprofit life science research organization that uses visionary science and technology to overcome disease. It has an academic affiliation with the University of California, San Francisco.
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Goodyear to invest $125 million in Topeka tire plant
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka and Shawnee County’s Joint Economic Development Organization (JEDO) board approved an incentive agreement that is expected to result in an estimated economic impact locally of $480 million over 10 years.
Previously referred to as “Project Boomerang,” Goodyear is projected to make a five-year investment of $125 million and create up to 40 new full-time jobs. The performance-based JEDO incentive for this project is up to $585,000, resulting in a 713% return on investment for Topeka and Shawnee County.
“Goodyear is deeply grateful for the ongoing partnership and support of JEDO and the greater Topeka community,” said Tim Davis, manufacturing director for Goodyear-Topeka. “Our Topeka facility is integral to our operations, and this investment will help position Goodyear to continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
“It’s great to see a company like Goodyear further their investment in the Topeka area,” said Topeka Mayor Mike Padilla. “The growth of our existing employers is a key driver of local job creation. It’s exciting to see these economic wins unfold before our eyes.”
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Skylight's real time performance assurance simplifies complicated cloud migrations, empowering users to quickly identify and correct service-impacting issues
MONTREAL, Canada, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Accedian, a leader in performance analytics, cybersecurity threat detection, and end user experience solutions, and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), today announced that Accedian Skylight is available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace and can be deployed and integrated with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Virtual Testing Access Point (VTAP). Oracle Cloud Marketplace is a centralized repository of enterprise applications offered by Oracle and Oracle partners.
As one of the first integrated partners with VTAP's full visibility solution, Skylight enables enterprises, service providers, and developers to contextualize time series data for real-time performance reporting and analysis.
The Skylight performance analytics platform, combined with OCI VTAP-supplied capture data, enhances cloud performance management and complete ecosystem visibility through full packet capture or traffic mirroring. OCI's VTAP functionality will now help facilitate advanced security threat monitoring, forensic analysis, compliance, and troubleshooting.
Oracle Cloud Marketplace is a one-stop shop for Oracle customers seeking trusted business applications offering unique business solutions, including ones that extend Oracle Cloud Applications. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is an enterprise cloud that delivers massive, non-variable performance and next generation security across a comprehensive portfolio of services, including SaaS, application development, application hosting, and business analytics. Customers get access to leading compute, storage, data management, security, integration, HPC, artificial intelligence (AI), and Blockchain services to augment and modernize their critical workloads. Oracle Cloud Infrastructure runs Oracle Autonomous Database, the industry's first and only self-driving database.
"We are excited to offer Accedian's Skylight amongst the first integrated solutions for OCI's VTAP through the Oracle Cloud Marketplace. OCI users can now recognize a greater level of service assurance with Skylight's enrichment of VTAP's full packet capture data for improved visibility, insights and action," said Kevin Baranowski, Senior Director, Global Enterprise MSP & MSSP Channel Sales, Accedian. "Accedian's participation in Oracle Cloud Marketplace further extends our commitment to the Oracle community and enables customers to easily take advantage of the benefits of Skylight. We look forward to our customers being able to leverage the power of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure in combination with Accedian Skylight to help them achieve their technology goals."
Accedian Skylight is a virtualized performance assurance platform, delivering end-to-end network, application and service performance visibility-right from the user edge to the core network and cloud. Skylight proactively ensures networks and cloud applications meet increasingly stringent performance requirements, optimize network capacity and meet demanding customer expectations for quality of experience. Skylight leverages its high-quality performance data, analytics and machine learning to identify, predict and prevent customer-impacting issues.
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Museum MAYhem at Thronateeska Heritage Center will highlight the many exhibits at Thronateeska, including a new hand-carved full-scale prehistoric whale skeleton replica.
Museum MAYhem at Thronateeska Heritage Center will highlight the many exhibits at Thronateeska, including a new hand-carved full-scale prehistoric whale skeleton replica.
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A new Thronateeska Heritage Center event, Museum MAYhem, will feature a day full of family fun May 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
ALBANY -- A new Thronateeska Heritage Center event, Museum MAYhem, will feature a day full of family fun May 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will highlight the many exhibits at Thronateeska, including a new hand-carved full-scale prehistoric whale skeleton replica.
Additional activities will be held throughout the museum, as well as outside on the bricks. Planned activities include:
-- Mad Scientist Station: Hands-on experiments;
-- Aviation Station: Make rockets and airplanes;
-- Train-themed activities: In the depot area;
-- Inside Exhibit Interpretation: Weather Station, archaeology, history museum;
-- Whale Skeleton: Meet Cindy, the only full-scale skeletal Cynthiacetus sculpture in the world;
-- Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month: In partnership with the Albany-Dougherty County Historic Preservation Commission;
-- Food Trucks.
Thronateeska is a member of the Artesian Alliance and is open Thursday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There is no charge for admission.
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The premier event for open source developers, technologists and community leaders features 75+ sessions across 9 events, furthering open source innovation and collaboration across South America and Latin America.
SAN FRANCISCO, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Linux Foundation, the nonprofit organization enabling mass innovation through open source, today announced the full schedule for Open Source Summit Latin America, the gathering place for open source code and community contributors, taking place August 23-24 as a Virtual Experience. The schedule can be viewed here.
Open Source Summit Latin America 2022 is a conference umbrella comprised of 9 events including LinuxCon, CloudOpen, ContainerCon, Emerging OS Forum, Community Leadership Conference and more, covering the most important and cutting edge topics and technologies touching open source today. The schedule features 75+ talks (keynote presentations, conference sessions, tutorials and more).
2022 Conference Session Highlights Include:
- The Importance of Communities for the Inclusion of Women in Technology - Beatriz Oliveira, Telefónica Brasil & Elizabeth Souza, Senac Minas
- Writing Machine Learning Pipelines Against Object Storage - Daniel Valdivia, MinIO
- Exploring Runtime Security and Forensic Using eBPF - Carolina Valencia, Aqua Security
- Pinguino Project: Like Arduino, but for PICs - Ernesto Victor Villarreal, Consejo Federal de Energia Electrica
- Edit, Debug, and Secure the K8s Manifest Lifecycle: Why Is it Important and How Can You Get it Right? - Ole Lensmar, Kubeshop
- Introduction to MCUboot: Secure Bootloader and Easy Firmware Updates - Almir Kazunari Okato, Espressif Systems
- Create Chaos Experiments Using Litmus-SDK - Kale Oum Nivrathi, JFrog
Keynote speakers, and additional conference sessions, will be announced in the coming weeks.
Attendees will have opportunities to collaborate, share information, and solve problems with other community members from across the globe, furthering open source innovation and ensuring a sustainable open source ecosystem. It is THE gathering place for open source code and community contributors in Latin America.
Registration to attend is R$99 Brazilian Real and provides access to all 9 events. Members of The Linux Foundation receive a 20 percent discount off registration and can contact events@linuxfoundation.org to request a member discount code.
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Visitors Celebrating the "El Grito" Holiday and Hispanic Heritage Month will Enjoy Concerts, Comedy and More
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LAS VEGAS , Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This September, Las Vegas resorts and attractions will once again celebrate Mexican Independence Day— often referred to as "El Grito"— and the kick-off of Hispanic Heritage Month with world-class entertainment and an exhilarating rematch in the ring. Top Latin artists and comedians will mark their return to stages across Las Vegas during this year's observance, while the much-anticipated "Canelo vs. GGG 3" will thrill boxing fans.
Music to Keep the Party Going
- Grupo Firme brings its first U.S. stadium tour, Enfiestados y Amanecidos, to Allegiant Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 15.
- Chart-topper Carin Leon plays Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Thursday, Sept. 15.
- Global sensation Alejandro Fernández heads to MGM Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino—with special guests Amor Y Patria and Alex Fernandez—on Thursday, Sept. 15 and Saturday, Sept. 17.
- Longtime Vegas resident Carlos Santana is back for more dates at House of Blues Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Wednesday, Sept. 14 and Friday, Sept. 16 to Sunday, Sept. 18.
- Pop act Matute brings its Quinceañera World Tour to Mandalay Bay Beach at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Friday, Sept. 16.
- Singer-songwriter Gloria Trevi brings her Isla Divina Tour to Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Friday, Sept. 16.
- Mr. Worldwide, Pitbull brings his Can't Stop Us Now Tour to Zappos Theater at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Friday, Sept. 16 and Saturday, Sept. 17.
- International superstar Enrique Iglesias brings his songbook to Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas on Friday, Sept. 16 and Saturday, Sept. 17.
- Singer-songwriter Pancho Barraza will entertain audiences at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on Friday, Sept. 16.
- Latin pop singer EMMANUEL bring his Todo La Vida tour to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on Saturday, Sept. 17.
- Cumbia group Los Angeles Azules brings its De Iztapalapa Para El Mundo Tour to Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Saturday, Sept. 17.
- Gurpero artists Bronco play The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on Saturday, Sept. 17.
- Find two times the fun with Banda MS and Eden Muñoz as they bring the Gracias a Ti Tour to Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Sunday, Sept. 18.
- Latin pop singer Christian Nodal will take the stage at MGM Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino on Sunday, Sept. 18.
Comedy at its Best
- An Aces of Comedy series regular, Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias delivers laughs at The Mirage Theater at The Mirage from Thursday, Sept. 15 to Sunday, Sept. 18.
- Get even more rib-splitting fun at the Las Vegas Festival de Comedia at MGM Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, taking place Friday, Sept. 16 with comedy acts Franco Escamilla, La Cotorrisa, La India Yuridia, Mike Salazar, Teo González, and Rogelio Ramos.
Action in the Ring
- The weekend's most anticipated boxing action sees Canelo Álvarez taking on Gennady Golovkin in a must-see, trilogy capping match at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday, Sept. 17.
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The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is charged with marketing Southern Nevada as a tourism and convention destination worldwide and with operating the 4.6 million square-foot Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC). With 150,000 hotel rooms and 14 million square feet of meeting and exhibit space in Las Vegas alone, the LVCVA's mission centers on attracting leisure and business visitors to the area. The LVCVA also owns the Las Vegas Convention Center Loop, an underground tunnel designed by The Boring Company and the Las Vegas Monorail, an elevated 3.9-mile system with seven stops throughout the resort corridor. For more information, go to www.lvcva.com, www.visitlasvegas.com or www.vegasmeansbusiness.com.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "Adjustable beds are commonplace in a majority of households these days as well as in hospitals, nursing homes and rehab facilities. When the bed is in a raised position and the user leans forward or gets up, the pillow always falls. I thought there should be simple way to secure the pillow in place, so I invented PILLOW POCKET SHEETS. My design would provide added convenience, comfort and safety for users of adjustable beds, especially those who are disabled, elderly, injured or in a weakened state," said the inventor, from Beaumont, Calif.
The invention ensures that a pillow stays properly in place on an adjustable bed. In doing so, it eliminates the obstacles and irritation associated with the pillow falling in the fold when leaning forward, shifting or exiting the bed. The invention features a cost-effective design that is easy to use and launder so it is ideal for use in households, hospitals, nursing homes, etc. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Orange County sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-OCM-1526, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. f/k/a Peridot Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: LICY, PDAC) between February 16, 2021 and March 23, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period") of the important June 20, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action commenced by the Firm.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Li-Cycle securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Li-Cycle class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=4885 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 20, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Li-Cycle's largest customer, Traxys North America LLC, is not actually a customer, but merely a broker providing working capital financial to the Company while Traxys tries to sell Li-Cycle's product to end customers; (2) the Company engaged in highly questionable related party transactions; (3) the Company's mark-to-model accounting is vulnerable to abuse and gave a false impression of growth; (4) a significant portion of the Company's reported revenues were derived from simply marking up receivables on products that had not been sold; (5) the Company's gross margins have likely been negative since inception; (6) the Company will require an additional $1 billion of funding to support its planned growth (which is a figure greater than the Company raised via the merger); and (7) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and/or misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Li-Cycle class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=4885 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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Pet food brand announces it is now a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp), a prestigious certification that formalizes its commitment to people, the planet, and pets.
SAN DIEGO, Sept 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Honest Kitchen, a San Diego producer of natural, human grade pet foods, supplements and treats, announced today that it has successfully completed the rigorous evaluation process to become a Certified B Corporation™, the gold standard of social and environmental performance in business. The company re-incorporated as a Public Benefit Corporation in early 2021.
"We've been grounded in the principles of conscientious decision-making, such as sourcing non-GMO produce, numerous organic ingredients, and higher animal welfare meat standards since we first began," stated Lucy Postins, The Honest Kitchen's Founder and Chief Integrity Officer. "We believe it's our responsibility to continue to raise the bar for ourselves and becoming a B Corp is the perfect next step to cement our ongoing commitment to lasting, positive impact by using our business as a force for good."
Certified B Corporations work to reduce inequality and poverty, make a positive impact on the environment and create stronger communities by harnessing the power of business. About 5,000 companies around the world have successfully certified as B Corporations, which balance profit and purpose by meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, public transparency and legal accountability. The certification process for a company to become a B Corp is not a light undertaking and requires a meticulous, top-to-bottom audit of policies, procedures and practices in five categories: governance, workers, customers, community and the environment.
Becoming a Certified B Corporation provides The Honest Kitchen with a more formalized framework for its future growth and conscientious decision-making. Policies that the company has implemented as part of its B Corp certification include the prioritization of minority and women-owned and operated suppliers, increased local sourcing, further reductions in environmental impact through packaging and distribution choices, tracking and continual improvement of workforce diversity (especially at leadership levels within the organization), further improved animal welfare standards and integration of even more organic and certified Fair Trade ingredients.
"Formalizing our policies and practices to become a Certified B Corp has really allowed us to define and execute on goals for how we care for our people, such as tracking and increasing diversity and equity across our workforce, increasing paid volunteer time for our team and improving benefits," said The Honest Kitchen's Chief Executive Officer, Michael Greenwell.
The news follows the company's recent announcement of Global Animal Partnership (GAP) certification on the chicken used in several of its recipes. GAP is one of the largest and most comprehensive animal welfare food labeling programs in North America and is an important step in The Honest Kitchen's ongoing commitment to humane animal welfare practices in its supply chain.
"We're thrilled to have a company like The Honest Kitchen join the ranks of Certified B Corporations," said Sarah Silverman, Director of Marketing and Communications, B Lab US/Canada. "This recognition marks the company's continued commitment to sustainable sourcing, animal welfare, thoughtful production methods, and caring for its workers both internally and throughout the supply chain."
The Honest Kitchen was founded by Lucy Postins in 2002 in San Diego, CA, with a mission to help as many pets as possible get on the road to good health through good food. They produce a full line of human grade complete & balanced foods for pets including dry, dehydrated, and wet foods; as well as treats; toppers; hydration boosters; and a best-selling digestive supplement. The Honest Kitchen was the first-ever Human Grade pet food, meaning the finished product meets human food production standards (unlike conventional pet food which is feed grade). Each Honest Kitchen product is made with uncompromising quality & safety standards by a company of pet lovers. For more information, please visit www.thehonestkitchen.com.
B Lab is a nonprofit that serves a global movement of people using business as a force for good. B Lab's initiatives include B Corp Certification, administration of the B Impact Management programs and software, and advocacy for governance structures like the benefit corporation. B Lab's vision is of an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economic system for all people and the planet. To date, there are over 5,000 Certified B Corps in 150 industries and 70 countries, and over 70,000 companies use the B Impact Assessment. Visit bcorporation.net for more information.
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NEW YORK, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Outset Medical, Inc..
Shareholders who purchased shares of OM during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased Outset Medical common stock between September 15, 2020, and June 13, 2022.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company's flagship product, Tablo Hemodialysis System ("Tablo"), would require an additional 510(k) application to be filed with The United States Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), as defendants had "continuously made improvements and updates to Tablo over time since its original clearance"; (2) as a result, the Company could not conduct a human factors study on a cleared device in accordance with FDA protocols; (3) the Company's inability to conduct the human factors study subjected the Company to the likelihood of the FDA imposing a "shipment hold" and marketing suspension, leaving the Company unable to sell Tablo for home use; and (4) as a result, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and /or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: September 6, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/outset-medical-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=29748&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of OM during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is September 6, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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With over 20 years of experience and a career dedicated to improving home-based healthcare, Matthew will help usher in a new era of patient care.
TROY, Mich., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Medical Management (USMM) is pleased to announce that Matthew Chance will be joining as CEO, effective immediately. In December 2021, Rubicon Founders led a consortium of investors to acquire USMM and has embarked on a path to provide medical care in the home to every American who needs it.
"I am thrilled to introduce Matthew Chance as our new CEO," said Adam Boehler, CEO of Rubicon Founders and Executive Chairman of USMM. "Matt has deep experience in transforming care models that provide access for patients around the country who need care in the home."
"I am so excited to work with the amazing team at USMM who work every day to provide home-based care to the patients who need it the most across the country. USMM can further define the standard for home-based care, and I am proud to be a part of it," said Matthew Chance, CEO of USMM.
Matthew Chance has focused his career helping deliver healthcare services to the most vulnerable patients in the country. Most recently as CEO of Ready Responders and as President of myNEXUS, Matthew worked to innovate in-home care models that improve health equity and access to care. Prior to working with Ready and myNEXUS, Matthew provided enterprise-wide strategic and operational oversight for health engagement initiatives at Cigna-HealthSpring, including STARS/Quality, Risk Adjustment, Customer Analytics and Engagement. Matthew was the COO of HealthSpring of Alabama before moving to Cigna-HealthSpring enterprise operations. While in Alabama, he helped develop various aligned models within the delivery system to better connect the health plan and provider community.
About USMM
U.S. Medical Management (USMM), along with its affiliated entities (Visiting Physicians Association, Pinnacle Senior Care, and Grace Hospice, among others) is a leading management services organization and provider of home based primary care services for complex/fragile patients. Based in Troy, Mich., USMM operates Visiting Physician Association practices in 11 states, constituting a 200 + primary care provider group, providing continuity-based primary care under an integrated, physician-driven model which includes ancillary services such as home health, hospice, radiology, diagnostics, DME and laboratory. USMM also operates a multi-state Medicare Shared Savings Program ACO serving approximately 20,000 complex/fragile Medicare patients. In December 2021, Rubicon Founders acquired a majority stake in USMM.
About Rubicon Founders
Rubicon Founders is an entrepreneurial healthcare investment firm focused on building and growing transformational companies. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Rubicon brings together a core team of investment, operating, and technology professionals who work to put patients and doctors first. Rubicon invests and partners to build meaningful businesses that create enduring value by transforming the way people receive care. Rubicon's portfolio companies include Evergreen Nephrology, Honest Medical Group, and U.S. Medical Management.
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PITTSBURGH, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Federated Hermes, Inc. today announced that monthly fund composition and performance data for Federated Hermes Premier Municipal Income Fund (NYSE: FMN) as of June 30, 2022, is now available in the Products section of FederatedInvestors.com. To order hard copies of this data or to be placed on a mailing list, call 800-245-0242 x5587538, email CEinfo@federatedinv.com or write to Federated Hermes, 1001 Liberty Avenue, Floor 23, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE: FHI) is a global leader in active, responsible investment management, with $631.1 billion in assets under management, as of March 31, 2022. We deliver investment solutions that help investors target a broad range of outcomes and provide equity, fixed-income, alternative/private markets, multi-asset and liquidity management strategies to more than 11,000 institutions and intermediaries worldwide. Our clients include corporations, government entities, insurance companies, foundations and endowments, banks and broker/dealers. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Federated Hermes has nearly 2,000 employees in London, New York and offices worldwide. For more information, visit FederatedHermes.com.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 4S Bay Partners LLC (4S Bay) announced today that Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Jim Casselberry is resigning his position effective August 31, 2022. In his place, Rashid Malik has been designated as Acting Chief Investment Officer. Malik has been Director of Investments at 4SBay since 2020 and leads several major initiatives. He has already begun transitioning to his elevated leadership role within the group.
Since joining 4S Bay in 2017. Casselberry has utilized the Sarowitz family investment assets to work towards bringing capital to BIPOC and Women led leaders to benefit their communities with sustainable wealth building impacts. He also led 4S Bay Partners in over 20 private equity investments, numerous direct entrepreneurial investments, and innovative real estate transactions.
"Since joining 4S Bay, I have been honored to build and work with an exceptional team of investment professionals during an incredibly trying period. Our achievements were a result of hard work, skill, and commitment from every single one of our 4S Bay team members. I look forward to watching 4S Bay's continued growth and success in coming years. " said Casselberry while reflecting on his time at 4S Bay.
"We are grateful to Jim Casselberry for his commitment to the mission and success of 4S Bay and its many investments that create economic opportunities for marginalized communities. We sincerely wish him well as he pursues his next endeavor," said Managing Partner Jessica Sarowitz.
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Volper brings decades of experience across all forms of creative mediums and his addition to the team will have him supporting creatives across Integrum's collective of marketing agencies.
LOS ANGELES , June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrum Worldwide, the Apollo Capital Corp and M2B Growth Enterprises backed collective, today announced that creative heavyweight Jason Volper has joined the company as SVP of Creative. Volper adds to an exceptional leadership team that supports Integrum's two agencies Storia and Chalk and will be responsible for driving all creative initiatives across Integrum Worldwide's growing collective of agencies.
Volper teams up with Integrum Worldwide after an extensive career working with some of the top brands and marketing agencies in the world. Prior to Integrum, Volper co-founded his agency Ferocious Cow with then partner Rohan Caesar. During his tenure at Ferocious Cow, Jason co-led creative and led production for award winning campaigns like Century 21 Real Estate's "Connect2the1" Film Series, which won two AVA Digital Awards.
Volper also led numerous campaigns for Marriott Hotels, which included the "Courtyard Marriott Lobby Live at Grand Central featuring John Legend" and the two most prolific airport experiential marketing campaigns in history "The Courtyard Marriott Lobby Zones" and "The SpringHill Suites Comfort Zones". Also while at Ferocious Cow, Volper led Godiva's largest new product launch ever with the "Chocoiste Decadence Goes Mobile Tour", which was a Gold Reggie winner.
"I'm thrilled to be joining Integrum Worldwide and getting to be part of their unique approach to building a fast growing marketing agency collective. The leadership here, as well as the private equity partners behind Integrum are super supportive and value the importance of creative-led marketing solutions," said Volper.
Volper brings deep experience in creative across mediums ranging from experiential marketing to branded content and even traditional TV, radio and print, along with leading and inspiring teams of multi-disciplined creatives. Volper also has extensive experience in production, and a reputation for ensuring great creative translates all the way through to execution.
Prior to running his own agency in Ferocious Cow, Volper was a Creative Director at Momentum Worldwide and was responsible for working on campaigns for Fortune 500 Clients like American Express and Verizon Wireless, amongst others. Specifically, Volper led AOL's Concert for Schools campaign featuring Dave Matthews Band in Central Park, as well as multiple programs for American Express that raised millions of dollars for VH1's Save the Music Foundation, including "Sting Live at The Blue 5 in Grant Park".
"We strongly believe that talent builds great organizations and Jason is exemplary. We are excited to have him as part of the Integrum Worldwide leadership team and look forward to what he brings to the group in the near future," said Daniel Kordash of M2B Growth Enterprises, one of Integrum Worldwide's principal backers.
For more information on Integrum Worldwide, visit www.integrumworldwide.com.
Integrum Worldwide is a collective of specialist agencies including Storia and Chalk. Together, they believe in the power of combining the radical creativity of independents with the seamless integration of a one-stop-shop.
The collective is a host of agencies in the marketing services space including branding, creative, paid media, search engine optimization, and experiential marketing. Through this model, Integrum Worldwide delivers scalable, measurable, and integrated marketing solutions that deliver results. In addition, Integrum Worldwide is focused on developing a best in class corporate culture and putting sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and its overall employee population first.
The Integrum Worldwide marketing agency collective focuses on clients in the middle and upper market with a roster that includes Jennifer Adams, Steven Soderbergh's Singani 63, PBS, Edrington Americas, We Are Memphis, Cyrcurion, Xcellerate 35, Chemtech, and Beauty Magnet. The collective has teams in the United States, Canada, South America, and India.
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LORDSTOWN, Ohio, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lordstown Motors Corp. (Nasdaq: RIDE), ("Lordstown Motors"), an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of electric vehicles focused on the commercial fleet market, today announced that it will release its second quarter 2022 financial results before market open on Thursday, August 4, 2022. The company will then host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
The call can be accessed via a live webcast accessible on the Events page of Lordstown Motors' Investor Relations website at https://investor.lordstownmotors.com/. An archive of the webcast will be available shortly after the call.
Lordstown Motors is an electric vehicle (EV) innovator with a mission to develop high-quality, light duty commercial fleet vehicles, with the Endurance all electric pick-up truck as its first vehicle being launched in the Lordstown, Ohio facility. Lordstown Motors is also the primary development partner with Foxconn for MIH based vehicles in North America through its recently established joint venture. Lordstown Motors has corporate, engineering, and research and development facilities in Lordstown, Ohio, Farmington Hills, Mich. and Irvine, Calif. For additional information, visit http://www.lordstownmotors.com/.
This release includes forward looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified by words such as "feel," "believe," "expects," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "should," "is to be," or the negative of such terms, or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained herein due to many factors, including, but not limited to: the need to raise substantial additional capital to execute our business plan, achieve our production targets for the Endurance in 2022 and beyond, achieve scaled production of the Endurance, to continue ongoing operations and remain a going concern, and our ability to raise such funding on a reasonable timeline and with suitable terms; the cost and other impacts of litigation, regulatory proceedings, investigations, stockholder letters and claims and availability of insurance coverage and/or adverse publicity with respect to these matters, which may have a material adverse effect, whether or not successful or valid, on our liquidity position, business prospects and ability to obtain financing; our limited operating history and our ability to execute our business plan, including through our relationship with Foxconn; our ability to raise sufficient capital in order to invest in the tooling that we expect will enable us to eventually lower the Endurance bill of materials cost, continue design enhancements of the Endurance and fund any future vehicles we may develop; the rollout of our business and the timing of expected business milestones, including our ability to complete the engineering of the Endurance and Foxconn's completion of the conversion and retooling of the Lordstown facility, to establish and maintain appropriate supplier relationships, to successfully complete testing, homologation and certification, and to start production and delivery of the Endurance in accordance with our projected timeline; our ability to successfully identify and implement actions that will lower the Endurance bill of materials cost; supply chain disruptions, inflation and the potential inability to source essential components and raw materials, including on a timely basis or at acceptable cost, and their consequences on testing, production, sales and other activities; our ability to obtain binding purchase orders and build customer relationships; the risk that our technology, including our hub motors, does not perform as expected and our overall ability to deliver on the expectations of customers with respect to the pricing, performance, quality, reliability, safety and efficiency of the Endurance and to provide the levels of service and support that they will require; our ability to conduct business using a direct sales model, rather than through a dealer network used by most other OEMs; the effects of competition on our ability to market and sell vehicles; our inability to retain key personnel and to hire additional personnel; the ability to protect our intellectual property rights; the failure to obtain required regulatory approvals; changes in laws or regulatory requirements or new or different interpretations of existing law; changes in governmental incentives and fuel and energy prices; the impact of health epidemics, including the COVID-19 pandemic, on our business; cybersecurity threats and compliance with privacy and data protection laws; failure to timely implement and maintain adequate financial, information technology and management processes and controls and procedures; our ability to remain in compliance with our debt covenants, our ability to repay the obligations when due, and the risks associated with having pledged significant assets as collateral for recently obtained indebtedness; and the possibility that we may be adversely affected by other economic, geopolitical, business and/or competitive factors, including the direct and indirect effects of the war in Ukraine. In addition, the transactions entered into with Foxconn are subject to risks and uncertainties. No assurances can be given that we will successfully implement or that we will realize the anticipated benefits from the recently completed transactions with Foxconn, including the contract manufacturing agreement and the joint venture to jointly develop additional EVs for launch. If we are unable to maintain our relationship with Foxconn or effectively manage outsourcing the production of the Endurance to Foxconn, we may be unable to ensure continuity, quality, and compliance with our design specifications or applicable laws and regulations, which may ultimately disrupt and have a negative effect on our production and operations. The success of the joint venture depends on many variables, including our ability to utilize the designs, engineering data and other foundational work of Foxconn, its affiliates, and other members of the MIH consortium to commercialize, industrialize, homologate and certify a vehicle in North America, along with variables that are out of the parties' control, such as technology, innovation, adequate funding, supply chain and other economic conditions, competitors, customer demand and other factors that impact new vehicle development. If we are unable to develop new vehicles for ourselves and potentially other OEM customers, our business prospects, results of operations and financial condition may be adversely affected. We will need additional funding to execute our 2022 business plan and achieve scaled production of the Endurance. As we seek additional sources of financing, there can be no assurance that such financing would be available to us on favorable terms or at all. Our ability to obtain additional financing in the debt and equity capital markets is subject to several factors, including market and economic conditions, the significant amount of capital required, the fact that our bill of materials cost is currently, and expected to continue to be, substantially higher than our anticipated selling price, uncertainty surrounding regulatory approval and the performance of the vehicle, meaningful exposure to material losses related to ongoing litigation and the SEC investigation, our performance and investor sentiment with respect to us and our business and industry. Additional information on potential factors that could affect the financial results of the Company and its forward-looking statements is included in its most recent Form 10-K and subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and Lordstown Motors undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release.
Contacts:
Investors
Carter Driscoll, CFA
IR@lordstownmotors.com
Media
Colleen Robar
crobar@robarpr.com
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Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike won’t run the Preakness Stakes
By Kevin Dotson, CNN
Fresh off his victory at the 148th Kentucky Derby, Rich Strike will not race at the upcoming Preakness Stakes — the second leg of the horse racing’s triple crown, the horse’s owner Rick Dawson said in a statement Thursday.
“Our original plan for Rich Strike was contingent on the KY Derby, should we not run in the Derby we would point toward the Preakness, should we run in the Derby, subject to the race outcome & the condition of our horse, we would give him more recovery time & rest and run in the Belmont, or another race and stay on course to run with 5 or 6 weeks rest between races,” the statement said.
Dawson said it was “very, very tempting” to race in the Preakness after their Derby win, adding it “would be a great honor.”
“However, after much discussion & consideration with my trainer, Eric Reed & a few others, we are going to stay with our plan of what’s best for Ritchie is what’s best for our group, and pass on running in the Preakness, and point toward the Belmont in approximately 5 weeks,” the statement said.
The 147th Preakness Stakes will be run on May 21 at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland.
If Dawson’s strategy goes according to plan, Rich Strike will return to the race track June 11 for the 154th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.
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TAMU System Member Will Drive Student Success with EduNav's Automated, Integrated, and Optimized Course-to-Career Planning Technology
SAN FRANCISCO, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) today confirmed its next step toward achieving student success-centered strategic goals: launching EduNav's award-winning completion platform, including EduNav SmartPlan, EduNav Insights, and EduNav Summit.
"The course catalog can be an academic maze," reflected Dr. Lou Reinisch, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at TAMUK. "I see EduNav as the GPS of Academia, which students need to navigate that maze successfully! EduNav will give our students the fastest, shortest, and most certain route to graduation, providing not only multiple paths forward but also insights into how much each will cost both in dollars and time invested."
Dr. Reinisch continued, "Students aren't the only stakeholders who will benefit from EduNav. Faculty and department chairs will have more information than they've ever had before as they plan the course schedule. They'll know what courses they must offer, as well as what can be cancelled, giving faculty more time for scholarship even as our completion rates rise."
"TAMUK is an ideal partner for EduNav," added Andrew Brown, the EdTech provider's CEO. "First, their leadership is committed to a mission mantra of 'student success.' Most importantly, they recognize the integral role that smart technology will play in answering critical completion questions and optimizing every student's pathway to graduation. We are thrilled to amplify the student success outcomes this impressive institution is already driving."
Dr. Reinisch will be joining EduNav and Dr. Deborah Preston, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Raritan Valley Community College, for an online panel discussion on May 25th at 12:00 PM MT/1:00 PM CT to share more insight into his experience guiding students from course to career at TAMUK. Register for the webinar to hear more about the future of student success according to two higher ed leaders.
About Texas A&M University-Kingsville
The southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University system, Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) is a public research university dedicated to serving an ethnically and culturally diverse population. TAMUK serves over 6,000 students through its world-renowned programs in music, agriculture, animal science, and engineering.
About EduNav
Backed by a range of venture investors focused on technology, education, and social responsibility, EduNav increases student access, equity, and affordability through automated, integrated, and optimized course-to-career planning technology. Colleges and universities that use our SmartPlan, Insights, and Summit solutions empower their students from all backgrounds to make informed decisions along their academic journeys. Working with us, these institutions remove scheduling complexities and financial barriers so everyone can seize the economic and social benefits of higher education. Learn more about EduNav by following us on LinkedIn, following us on Twitter, and bookmarking our blog, the Course-to-Career Chronicle.
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World's most successful research submersible reaches 6,453 meters, its deepest dive ever
WOODS HOLE, Mass., July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Earlier today, the human-occupied submersible Alvin made history when it successfully reached a depth of 6,453 meters (nearly 4 miles) in the Puerto Rico Trench, north of San Juan, P.R. This is the deepest dive ever in the 58-year history of the storied submersible.
The dive was a critical step in the process of achieving certification from the U.S. Navy to resume operations after an 18-month overhaul and upgrade that extended the sub's maximum dive rating from 4,500 meters (14,800 feet) to its new limit of 6,500 meters (21,325 feet). Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) requirements stipulate the certification dive be between 6,200 and 6,500 meters.
The three-person crew aboard Alvin for this history-making dive were: Anthony Tarantino (Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), pilot); Fran Elder (WHOI, mechanical engineer); and Mike Yankaskas (NAVSEA).
The added range puts roughly 99% of the seafloor within reach of the world's longest-operating, most active, and, by many measures, most successful human-occupied submersible program in the world.
This success comes after test dives were temporarily halted in November 2021 when a post-dive visual inspection revealed damage to several attachment points of the specialized syntactic foam used to provide buoyancy to the 43,000-pound submersible. The Alvin team has spent the past several months working to ready the sub to dive again, setting sea in early July for a new round of tests.
"Investments in unique tools like Alvin accelerate scientific discovery at the frontier of knowledge," said WHOI President and Director Peter de Menocal. "Alvin's new ability to dive deeper than ever before will help us learn even more about the planet and bring us greater appreciation for what the ocean does for all of us every day."
Alvin is one of the most recognized and the most widely used deep submergence vessels in the world and the only one in the U.S. capable of carrying humans into extreme ocean depths and conducting complex scientific study of the deep ocean and seafloor. Today's dive means the sub has completed 5,086 successful dives, more than all other submersible programs worldwide combined. It is named after the WHOI physicist and oceanographer Allyn Vine, who first championed the idea of building a human-occupied submersible to support deep-sea research, was originally constructed by WHOI engineers in 1964, and has been operated by the Institution ever since. On average, it conducts about 100 dives per year on missions to study the processes that create and shape Earth's crust, the chemical conditions that support life in extreme environments, and the vast diversity of life in the deep sea.
In 1974, Alvin played a central role in Project FAMOUS (French American Mid-Ocean Undersea Study) to verify aspects of the then-new theory of plate tectonics. Three years later, scientists diving in Alvin rewrote modern understanding of life on Earth when they discovered hot, chemical-rich water flowing from the seafloor and supporting entire ecosystems independent of sunlight at the surface. In 1986, Alvin made one of its most iconic expeditions when WHOI scientist Robert Ballard used it to explore the wreck of HMS Titanic.
"For almost 60 years, the deep-submergence vehicle Alvin has unveiled the ocean's mysteries--not just for military and national security purposes but also for the scientific benefit of society as a whole," said Chief of Naval Research Rear Adm. Lorin C. Selby. "The Office of Naval Research is proud of its history with Alvin and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and looks forward to future discoveries and innovations. Welcome back, Alvin!"
Over the years, Alvin has transported more than 3,000 people into the depths and has supported publication of countless peer-reviewed scientific studies. It has also enabled development of new tools to further oceanographic research and has fostered the careers of many young scientists and engineers.
"The Alvin team at WHOI again demonstrated why they are world leaders in deep submergence technology with this momentous achievement," said Brian Midson, Program Director for Submersible Support at the National Science Foundation (NSF), which largely funded the upgrade. "It is exciting that Alvin will now extend its support of researchers making discoveries in the least visited places on the planet for generations to come."
The Alvin Group is based at WHOI and supports all aspects of the sub's operations, including maintaining and piloting the sub, integrating new scientific sensors and instruments for specific missions, and designing and building new parts and new tools to extend its capabilities. Alvin is part of the NSF-funded National Deep Submergence Facility at WHOI that also includes the remotely operated vehicle (ROV) Jason and autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) Sentry.
In March 2020, Alvin returned to Woods Hole, where WHOI engineers completely disassembled the sub as part of a regularly scheduled maintenance period. At the same time, they completed an upgrade process begun in 2011 to extend the sub's depth range. The added depth will give scientists direct access to the ocean's abyssal and upper hadal zones. This under-studied and poorly explored region is expected to be home to new species and to offer new insight into the connections between the deep ocean and the surface of the planet, as well as the physical, chemical, and biological processes that make life on Earth possible.
For the past three weeks, Alvin underwent a series of tests as part of its sea trials, overseen by the NAVSEA, which designs, builds, and maintains U.S. Navy ships and submarines. These included tests of its mechanical and electrical systems and its ability to operate safely at depth. The process concluded with certification to resume operation and to dive to its new maximum depth.
"Being able to work with the Woods Hole and ONR team to certify Alvin has been an honor for us," said NAVSEA's Commander Vice Adm. Bill Galinis. "At NAVSEA, we like to say we expand the Navy's warfighting advantage, but with Alvin, we are now expanding scientist's ability to learn more about inner space thanks to our world-class engineers and deep submergence expertise."
The next step in Alvin's post-overhaul schedule is a two-week, NSF-funded science verification expedition departing San Juan, Puerto Rico, on July 25 led by WHOI engineer and chief scientist of the NSF-funded National Deep Submergence Facility Anna Michel and University of Rhode Island geologist Adam Soule. During the trip, scientists from a wide range of disciplines will evaluate the sub's ability to support deep-sea scientific research. Upon successful completion of the expedition, the science team will declare Alvin ready to return to service.
"A great many people have made it possible for Alvin to come this far," said de Menocal. "To all of them I say thank you and congratulations. This is yet another milestone in Alvin's long history of success."
Alvin by the Numbers
- Maximum depth: 6,500 meters (21,325 feet, 4 miles)
- Crew: 1 pilot, 2 observers
- Year launched: 1964
- Number of dives: 5,086
2020-2022 Upgrades
- Titanium variable ballast spheres and syntactic foam modules rated to 6500 meters
- High-quality still and 4K video imaging system
- New hydraulic manipulator arm
- More efficient, fully redundant hydraulic system
- Higher-horsepower thrusters
- New motor controllers
- Integrated command-and-control system
The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is a private, non-profit organization on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, dedicated to marine research, engineering, and higher education. Established in 1930, its primary mission is to understand the ocean and its interaction with the Earth as a whole, and to communicate an understanding of the ocean's role in the changing global environment. WHOI's pioneering discoveries stem from an ideal combination of science and engineering--one that has made it one of the most trusted and technically advanced leaders in basic and applied ocean research and exploration anywhere. WHOI is known for its multidisciplinary approach, superior ship operations, and unparalleled deep-sea robotics capabilities. We play a leading role in ocean observation and operate the most extensive suite of data-gathering platforms in the world. Top scientists, engineers, and students collaborate on more than 800 concurrent projects worldwide--both above and below the waves--pushing the boundaries of knowledge and possibility. For more information, please visit www.whoi.edu
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Does wearing glasses mean you’re smarter?
By Harry Enten, CNN
Admit it: If you see someone wearing glasses, you think that person has a better chance than not of having an above-average IQ.
As a former Bronx assistant district attorney and author of the legal article “Eye See You: How Criminal Defendants Have Utilized the Nerd Defense to Influence Jurors’ Perceptions,” Sarah Mariucci told me that glasses are “associated with reading, significant amounts of reading in childhood days, a nerd persona, a smart persona.”
This fact has made me extremely jealous of people who wear glasses. I just had an eye exam, and, as with every earlier eye test, I was found to have perfect vision.
But should I be worried? Does needing glasses mean you’re smarter? And just where did our stereotypes about glasses — good and bad — come from?
That’s the subject of the latest episode of my podcast, “Margins of Error,” where we go beyond the news cycle and tackle the subjects that we face every day.
It turns out that the history of glasses is far more complicated than I ever imagined.
While glasses were likely first invented in the early 1300s, they didn’t really proliferate until the 18th century, when people started making glasses with temples, so you could walk around without them falling off.
Glasses were not fashionable at first, let alone remotely cool.
Neil Handley, curator of the British Optical Association Museum, told me to look at the people in early paintings wearing glasses: “They’re moneylenders. They are misers, they are government officials — people who we wish would turn a blind eye to us, but they don’t.”
Misers? Moneylenders? According to Handley, this bias against glasses — which was often just thinly veiled antisemitism — was so pervasive, that people who needed glasses just wouldn’t wear them.
But it wasn’t just regular folks who were worried about how they’d look if they wore glasses. It was a highly calculated decision for high-profile politicians, too.
Handley mentioned that Adolf Hitler was a notorious example of someone who wore glasses but refused to be photographed in them. He wasn’t the only world leader who avoided being seen in his lenses. In fact, in their official White House portraits, only three Presidents are painted wearing glasses: Teddy Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson and Harry Truman.
When did our perceptions of glasses begin to change to more of a cool nerd vibe? It’s only in the last few decades, and Handley, much to my chagrin, said that it may well have been because of Harry Potter.
Of course, defense attorneys have known for years that glasses can make someone appear smarter. They have long been trying the “nerd defense.” Remember when now convicted killer Jodi Arias was accused of putting on glasses for the jury? If she was doing it to appear less guilty, the strategy didn’t work.
That hasn’t stopped others from trying. Mariucci pointed out that when a defendant is accused of “a violent crime and you’re wearing glasses, you’re just less intimidating to the jury.” Defense attorneys are trying to get the jury to think “look how sweet and smart and nerdy and peaceful (the defendant) appear(s).”
All of this is trying to get at a juror’s “subconscious thought process” that people with glasses are too smart to have committed a violent crime.
And it turns out, society’s stereotypes may have a basis in fact. I spoke to Michelle Luciano, a behavioral geneticist and lecturer at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. She worked on a 2018 study involving over 300,000 people that set out to examine the human genome in its entirety and see if there’s any kind of genetic marker tied to greater cognitive function.
The study found that there was some relationship between myopia, or nearsightedness, and intelligence, but there’s a lot of other stuff going on, too. (For the nerds out there, there was a +0.32 correlation between the two variables.)
Of course, I’m reminded of a phrase “correlation does not imply causation.” Needing to wear glasses may be linked to intelligence, but it doesn’t mean bad vision is causing intelligence to rise.
So, does a causal relationship exist? Well, you’ll have to tune in to find out. I might even try on some glasses for the sake of science.
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NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for EFOI, DTIL, YMM, IVC, and BILI.
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Audited ESG Report 2022 shows accelerated progress toward industry-leading targets for 2025
GENEVA, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Firmenich, the world's largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, today releases its annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, tracking progress toward the group's groundbreaking sustainability targets. Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 was marked by strong sustainability performance across the Group's three key pillars, climate, nature, and people, backed by growing, best-in-class independent evaluation and reinforced ESG governance.
"I am proud that we continued to accelerate our industry-leading ESG actions despite the challenging economic climate and kept making measurable progress toward our 2025 targets, even exceeding them for renewable ingredients and Living Wage," said Gilbert Ghostine, CEO Firmenich. "Our Firmenich Inclusive Capitalism business model is gaining more traction and proving more and more relevant in today's world. Every year, new climate extremes are having a growing impact across the globe: Firmenich's bold environmental ambition is a vital business investment today and for the future."
"Firmenich ESG strategy keeps progressing across our own operations and along our supply chain," said Thomas Andro, Senior Director, Corporate Sustainability. "Furthermore, consumer demand for sustainable products is a structural growth trend in our industry and Firmenich's outstanding ESG credentials, combined with our leadership and innovation in natural and renewable ingredients, are becoming even more relevant for our customers as they progress with their own sustainability roadmaps."
FY2022 ESG Performance Highlights
- Acting on Climate Change: Firmenich was one of only two companies to receive a fourth consecutive CDP Triple A rating for climate, water, and forests. Three manufacturing sites, in Norway, Singapore and South Africa, were carbon neutral in FY22, all operating without the use of offsets. Firmenich maintained decoupling of growth in manufacturing output from its CO2 emissions: in FY22, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were reduced by 36.1% vs. 2017, and the new ingredients sites reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 12.2% vs. 2020. The Group maintained 100% Renewable Electricity in its operations including in new acquisitions[1]. Firmenich aims to reach carbon neutrality in its direct operations by 2025, absolute carbon emissions reduction by 2030 in line with limiting temperature rise to 1.5˚C, as well as net-zero emissions by 2039 across its direct operations and value chain (Scopes 1, 2, and 3). Its net-zero targets were validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in August 2022, making Firmenich the first company in its industry to receive SBTi approval.
- Embracing Nature: Building on UEBT validation of the Group's biodiversity strategy, work began on restoration at 15% of Firmenich sites with biodiversity risk, in line with Science-Based Targets for Nature. Implementation of 100% verified Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) was increased. Firmenich continued to expand the proportion of ultimately or partially biodegradable ingredients in its fragrances to 96.6% on average, having surpassed its 95% target a year earlier. Firmenich reinforced green proteins in product development, enabling customers to accelerate the plant-based food revolution and contribute to climate change mitigation.
- Caring about People: Building on gender pay equity and its work to strengthen inclusion, Firmenich achieved Living Wage certification by Fairwage Network in 2022 ahead of the Group's 2025 target, a key step to ensure decent living standards for all employees and their families. The Group advanced its high global health and safety standards with an improved 0.26 Total Recordable Case (TRC) rate, and a third consecutive Gold Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). Firmenich continued to maintain zero human rights non-compliance and scaled up its effort to drive concerted business action by becoming United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Impact Sponsor for Labor and Decent Work.
Overall, Firmenich achieved an upgraded rating from Sustainalytics with a score of 7.5, in the global top 50 of approximately 15,000 companies, that highlights the Group's low ESG risk profile. A second consecutive Platinum rating by Ecovadis with an industry-leading score of 88% placed Firmenich in the top 1% of all companies assessed worldwide. The Group was also rated for the first time as one of the "2022 World's Most Ethical Companies" by Ethisphere®, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.
Firmenich continued to work actively in alliances and partnerships, including the UN Global Compact, the Union for Ethical Biotrade (UEBT), One Planet Business for Biodiversity (OP2B), and the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), to drive positive change at scale and foster effective action on climate, nature, and people in the business community.
More detailed information on Firmenich's ESG journey is available online in the ESG Report 2022.
The attached visuals from pp 9-10 of the report provide a snapshot of ESG performance highlights and progress against targets in the climate, nature and people pillars.
Disclosure
The Firmenich ESG Report 2022 is aligned with the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, the SASB Materiality Map®, and is prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative's (GRI) standards. The ESG Report's contents also provide an update on the Group's progress with the implementation of the ten principles of the UN Global Compact, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as well as B Corp certification. The document has been independently audited, receiving a reasonable level of assurance.
About Firmenich
Firmenich, the world's largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, was founded in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1895, and has been family-owned for 127 years. Firmenich is a leading business-to-business company specialized in the research, creation, manufacture and sale of perfumes, flavors, and ingredients. Renowned for its world-class research and creativity, as well as its leadership in sustainability, Firmenich offers its customers superior innovation in formulation, a broad and high-quality palette of ingredients, and proprietary technologies including biotechnology, encapsulation, olfactory science, and taste modulation. Firmenich had an annual turnover of 4.7 billion Swiss Francs at end June 2022. More information about Firmenich is available at www.firmenich.com.
[1] Firmenich moved to majority ownership of ArtSci in May 2022. This entity is not included in the scope of the report and will be integrated gradually in the Group's ESG framework in FY2023.
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1.2 Million-Member Union Forms National Program to Protect Logistics Workers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Teamsters Union on Tuesday formally launched its Amazon Division, a new arm of North America's strongest union dedicated to uniting Amazon employees, securing more workplace protections in the warehouse and logistics industry, and defending workers from the unchecked exploitation of one of the world's most dangerous employers.
Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien announced Randy Korgan as director of the new Amazon Division. As Secretary-Treasurer and Principal Officer of Teamsters Local 1932, Korgan brings three decades of industry expertise and organizing leadership to the national program, which immediately establishes a sophisticated Teamster infrastructure of union officers, seasoned organizers, and volunteer coordinators across the U.S. and Canada.
The Teamsters Union is home to 1.2 million workers, including 340,000 UPS employees, most of whom perform the same roles as Amazon workers. The wages, benefits, and retirement security of UPS Teamsters are protected by the union's national master agreement, the single largest union contract in the world.
"For 120 years, the Teamsters have proudly and ferociously protected transportation, logistics, and delivery workers, and we refuse to allow Amazon to continue to abuse and disrespect the more than one million Americans it employs," O'Brien said. "The Teamsters are best positioned to coordinate and secure guaranteed protections for these workers, and Amazon knows it. Our new division affords a nationwide network of resources to all Amazon workers, behind the wheel of any truck or hard at work in any facility, to strategize with the union, mobilize in their communities, and succeed together."
As workers around the country continue to rise up and collectively demand better workplace standards, communities are increasingly rejecting Amazon's lack of accountability and its overwhelming worker injury rate. In coordination with the Teamsters, passionate community partners have succeeded in limiting Amazon's expansion on both coasts, as the corporate giant's growth threatens good-paying jobs and environmental protections.
Amazon employs one third of the warehouse workers in the U.S. but is responsible for half of all workplace injuries in the sector as its employees sustain serious injury at five times the national average. Injury rates at Amazon facilities are nearly 80 percent higher than all other employers in the warehousing industry.
"For Teamsters, and the labor movement as a whole, Amazon poses an existential threat to the rights and standards that our members have fought for and won for over 100 years," Korgan said. "The new Amazon Division is ready to create and support direct action by workers across the country to beat back this corporate threat to working people."
In addition to his longstanding partnership with community organizers and Teamster affiliates nationwide, Korgan offers exclusive insight into Amazon's national expansion efforts. Local 1932 represents 14,000 Teamsters across Southern California and in San Bernardino, Amazon's most consequential logistics hub in North America.
Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents hardworking men and women throughout the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit Teamster.org to learn more. Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and "like" us on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters.
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Summer of Data offers an open invitation for data professionals to learn how to get more business impact from their data with virtual forums, giveaways, events, and more
SAN FRANCISCO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Census (www.getcensus.com), the Operational Analytics platform that syncs data from your data warehouse to all your key business applications, recently kicked off the Summer of Data '22. Census created the Summer of Data '22 campaign to help data analysts, analytics engineers, data scientists, and data professionals improve their business impact and promote operational agility by unlocking new use cases for their organization's data.
"We're hosting Summer of Data to give practitioners in our community a way to grow their careers and learn from each other during the summer months," said Boris Jabes, CEO of Census. "We know how challenging it can feel to move the needle as a data team of one (or a few). This summer's events, community programs, and resources aim to give folks the tools they need to make their company more data-driven, increase their impact, and communicate the value data brings to business operations."
To celebrate the Summer of Data '22, Census invites data professionals to participate in their virtual community of data practitioners, The Operational Analytics Club. Census created the OA Club as a virtual community on Slack where data experts can build their technical skills, share insights about their careers and projects, and network with other practitioners.
"The Operational Analytics Club gives data practitioners the opportunity to connect with and learn from like-minded experts in the data community," said Allie Beazell, director of developer marketing at Census. "Census fundamentally believes in the importance of community in our industry, and we're excited to help support our customers and community members through ongoing events, virtual coffees, and community initiatives as part of the Summer of Data this year."
Census will promote the Summer of Data '22 at Snowflake Summit 2022 in Las Vegas, June 13-16, and Databricks's Data + AI Summit in San Francisco, June 27-30. The company will offer limited-edition Summer of Data swag, including hats, fanny packs, neon flamingos, and more.
For more information and free Summer of Data swag visit www.getcensus.com/summerofdata/.
About Census
Census is the leading Operational Analytics platform for syncing data from cloud data warehouses to downstream apps to enable business teams to take smarter, faster action. Census turns data warehouses into a hub for business operations, empowering everyone with trustworthy and actionable data. With its reverse ETL (extract, transfer, and load) tool, data teams can validate and publish analytics directly into all their applications in real-time. Hundreds of companies like Canva, Figma, Loom, and Notion use Census to sync billions of records to empower their customer success, sales, and marketing teams. Census is backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Insight Partners, Sequoia, and Tiger Global. For more information, visit https://www.getcensus.com or follow @census on Twitter.
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Acquisition significantly advances Scholastic's literacy platform, integrating assessments, data-driven learning and professional learning with Scholastic's broad portfolio of digital and blended children's content and instructional resources
Provides educators with proven screening, data-driven guidance for instructional planning and research-driven professional learning, aligned to the Science of Reading
Technology-based system proven to raise students' literacy outcomes in grades preK-3, backed by ESSA Tier 1 (strongest) evidence of efficacy
NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, announced today that it has acquired Learning Ovations, the creator of A2i ("Assessment to Instruction"), a literacy screening, progress monitoring assessment and instructional planning system for classrooms and community organizations. The addition of A2i and the Learning Ovations team will significantly advance the development of Scholastic Education Solutions' literacy platform, which integrates screening and progress monitoring assessments, data-driven instructional planning and professional learning with Scholastic's bestselling books and e-books, print and technology-based learning programs, and other products and services that support children's learning and literacy, both in school and at home. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
A2i is backed by over 12 years of rigorous research and more than 2,000 hours of classroom observation by the late Dr. Carol Connor and collaborators at Florida Center for Reading Research (FCRR) and University of California, Irvine. Its robust efficacy has earned A2i the highest efficacy rating possible under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), is considered a "Tier 1" by the Institute of Education Science, and meets all What Works Clearinghouse standards. The system provides educators with easy-to-administer, data-driven guidance for instructional planning for both small-group and individualized learning in comprehension and decoding. The program embeds highly-effective teaching practices aligned to the Science of Reading, which are supported with robust, virtual professional development. With direct connections to hundreds of thousands of resources that address essential reading skills, soon to include Scholastic's unique instructional and curricular resources, the technology's research-validated and patented algorithms generate unique and differentiated learning pathways, customized to match the reading needs of individual students.
"Carol Connor was a teachers' teacher, dedicated both to helping every child learn to read – regardless of background, disadvantage or learning challenge – and to supporting teachers with tools that are both deeply rigorous and easy to use," said Rose Else-Mitchell, Executive Vice President, President, Scholastic Education Solutions. "We are committed to those same values of equity, engagement and effectiveness at Scholastic. We feel privileged to continue Carol's work and welcome the mission-aligned Learning Ovations team of researchers, practitioners and technologists to Scholastic, as we continue to advance our mission to help kids learn to read, read to learn, and discover the joy in reading."
The integration of Learning Ovations technology and team advances Scholastic's literacy platform, in service to Scholastic's ultimate mission – to get kids reading successfully – which has never been more important than today, after the COVID years of disrupted reading instruction. As schools and districts currently implementing A2i continue to make progress against learning outcomes, the integrated Scholastic Education Solutions team will work over the course of this next year to bring the combined strengths of this acquisition to their shared school and district partners.
About Scholastic
For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been encouraging the personal and intellectual growth of all children, beginning with literacy. Having earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families, Scholastic is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of literacy curriculum, professional services, and classroom magazines, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates and distributes bestselling books and e-books, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, and other products and services that support children's learning and literacy, both in school and at home. With 15 international operations and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online. Learn more at www.scholastic.com.
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- Easily accessible Fleet Marketplace automates servicing through streamlined decisioning, scheduling and invoicing through a nationwide network of specialized service providers.
- New Service 360™ fleet solution provides a fully managed maintenance program to maximize vehicle uptime and minimize total cost of ownership.
- Vehicle connectivity complements Fleet Platform with device-free approach to fleet vehicle management.
ATLANTA, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Automotive Mobility is enhancing the flow, health and life cycle of fleets of all types and sizes through its digital-first suite of fleet solutions to optimize operations for owners, operators and fleets across the country. As the A.C.E.S. (autonomous/aerial, connected, electric, shared) future of transportation continues to unfold, fleet providers will face an increasing need for tools and service capabilities to support complex vehicle needs. Cox Automotive Mobility's comprehensive service-management solution, fleet platform and vehicle connectivity solutions combined with its integrated marketplace of the world's leading commercial and independent repair shops and mobile maintenance service providers is the efficient way to keep fleet vehicles safe, compliant and on the road.
"Beyond the many consumer trends driving fleet growth, there is also an important technology component impacting medium- and -heavy duty fleets of today and tomorrow," said Alex Fraser, AVP of Fleet Operations, Cox Automotive Mobility. "Cox Automotive Mobility's digital-first suite of fleet solutions provides advanced capabilities and service footprint to maximize the value of every fleet asset's complete life cycle."
Nationwide Marketplace Keeps Fleets Road-Ready
The Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Marketplace provides an on-demand approach to asset servicing through a national network of leading commercial and independent repair shops, automotive dealers and mobile maintenance providers. This expansive network of more than 5,000 service providers with more than 15,000 service locations also incorporates the trusted service points within Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Services, the premier on-site maintenance provider for trailers, medium-duty (Class 3-6) and heavy-duty trucks (Class 7-8) in North America. With more than 1,100 world-class technicians, nearly 800 mobile-service trucks, more than 25 shop facilities and the nation's largest self-performing 24/7 emergency repair and towing service, Cox Automotive Mobility's best-in-class technicians defy downtime every day to keep America's trucks moving. In addition, Fleet Marketplace's 24/7/365 dispatch center delivers a more flexible and efficient workflow, covering inbound calls related to warranties, repair history and scheduling.
Fully-Managed Service 360™ Maintenance Management Program Keeps Fleets Healthy
Many fleet operators today rely on manual processes that directly impact vehicle uptime – a key driver of productivity and profitability. In fact, downtime can cost fleets thousands per day, and those figures add up fast. With automatic routing of work and repair orders based on service provider availability, pricing and proximity, the Service 360™ maintenance program allows fleet operators to focus on their day-to-day while Cox Automotive Mobility's fleet experts schedule, repair and manage all fleet maintenance needs. Simplification continues with increased flexibility to integrate with telematics-based solutions of choice and a faster process to submit and approve estimates, as well as pay invoices. Best-in-class reporting offers easy, real-time access to all maintenance and service records, technician certifications and DVIR inspections for every fleet unit. Service 360™ is being piloted with several fleet customers with additional expansion planned for later this year.
For more information on the Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Marketplace and Service 360™, visit www.CAMFleetOperations.com.
About Cox Automotive
Cox Automotive Inc. makes buying, selling, owning and using vehicles easier for everyone. The global company's more than 27,000 team members and family of brands, including Autotrader®, Dealer.com®, Dealertrack®, Kelley Blue Book®, Manheim®, NextGear Capital®, VinSolutions®, vAuto® and Xtime®, are passionate about helping millions of car shoppers, 40,000 auto dealer clients across five continents and many others throughout the automotive industry thrive for generations to come. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., a privately-owned, Atlanta-based company with annual revenues of nearly $20 billion. www.coxautoinc.com
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FAYETTE COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — A Fayette County K9 team found 13 kilograms of fentanyl during a traffic stop Tuesday; enough to manufacture 13 million pills and be sold for roughly $260 million, the sheriff’s office said.
They said at around 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office narcotics K9 unit pulled over a Chevy Silverado for a traffic violation.
Sergeant Randy Thumann reported after becoming suspicious of the driver, he was given consent to search the truck.
The sergeant and his dog, Kolt, reportedly found 12 bricks of “raw fentanyl” in the backseat and in a speaker box, according to a release from the county.
The sheriff’s office noted fentanyl is 100 times more potent than morphine.
Central Texas families are increasingly reporting their loved ones took a pill they thought to be a Xanax, Adderall or Valium, but instead of receiving the expected benefits of anxiety relief or focus, a single pill is a death sentence.
Severo Rodriguez, 30, of San Juan was arrested for felony drug possession. | https://cw33.com/news/fayette-county-k9-unit-finds-260-million-worth-of-fentanyl-during-traffic-stop/ | 2022-08-10T16:12:50Z |
Trout, Díaz send Angels past Nats 3-0 for 3rd straight win
By GREG BEACHAM
AP Sports Writer
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The surging Los Angeles Angels earned a 3-0 victory over the Washington Nationals. Mike Trout hit a two-run double and Jhonathan Díaz pitched five spotless innings in his first start of the season. Shohei Ohtani also drove in a run for the Angels in their third straight victory and 10th in 13 games. Los Angeles is in first place in the AL West after opening a six-game homestand by moving eight games above .500 for the first time since June 2018. Anthony Rendon went 0 for 4 with two strikeouts and grounded into an inning-ending double play with the bases loaded in his first game against the Nationals, his former team. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/06/trout-diaz-send-angels-past-nats-3-0-for-3rd-straight-win/ | 2022-05-07T06:31:10Z |
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a 15-week abortion ban into law Thursday as the state joined a growing conservative push to restrict access to the procedure ahead of a U.S. Supreme Court decision that could roll back abortion rights in America.
“This will represent the most significant protections for life that have been enacted in this state in a generation,” DeSantis said as he signed the bill at an evangelical church in the city of Kissimmee.
Republicans nationwide have moved to place new restrictions on abortion after the U.S. Supreme Court signaled it would uphold a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks. The high court’s decision, expected this summer, could potentially weaken or overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 decision that established a nationwide right to abortion.
The law DeSantis signed Thursday also deals a blow to overall abortion access in the South, where Florida has provided wider access to the procedure than its regional neighbors.
The new law, which takes effect July 1, contains exceptions if the abortion is necessary to save a mother’s life, prevent serious injury or if the fetus has a fatal abnormality. It does not allow for exemptions in cases where pregnancies were caused by rape, incest or human trafficking, despite several Democratic attempts to amend the bill. Under current law, Florida allows abortions up to 24 weeks.
Debate over the proposal grew deeply personal and revealing inside the legislature, as lawmakers recalled their own abortions and experiences with sexual assault in often tearful speeches on the House and Senate floors. Republicans have repeatedly called the 15-week ban reasonable.
A federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report said about 2% of the nearly 72,000 abortions reported in Florida in 2019 were performed after 15 weeks. That same year, 2,256 out-of-state residents got abortions in Florida, with the majority, or about 1,200 coming, from Georgia and more than 300 from Alabama, according to the CDC. The origin of the remaining patients was not clear.
Democrats were quick to criticize the new law after the signing.
“Politicians have no business getting between a patient and her doctor,” House Democratic Leader Evan Jenne said. “This 15-week abortion ban takes away every woman’s right to make personal decisions that should only be made by themselves, with their family, their doctor, and their faith.”
The legislation came a few months after the U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority indicated it would uphold Mississippi’s 15-week ban. There also has been substantial support among the conservative justices for getting rid of Roe altogether.
If Roe is overturned, 26 states are certain or likely to quickly ban or severely restrict abortion, according to the Guttmacher Institute, a think tank that supports abortion rights. During the debate over the Florida legislation, as well as at the bill’s signing ceremony, Republicans said they want the state to be well placed to limit access to abortions if the Supreme Court upholds Mississippi’s law.
“The reality of the Roe decision is that men on the Supreme Court proclaimed that women, in order to achieve equality with men, must be able to kill their own children,” said Republican Rep. Erin Grall, the bill’s sponsor. “As a woman, I refuse to accept such a perverse version of equality.”
Elsewhere in the U.S., Republican lawmakers have introduced new abortion restrictions, some similar to a Texaslaw that bans abortion after roughly six weeks and leaves enforcement up to private citizens.
OklahomaRepublican Gov. Kevin Stitt recently signed a bill to make it a felony to perform an abortion, punishable by up to a decade in prison. ArizonaRepublican Gov. Doug Ducey in March signed legislation to outlaw abortion after 15 weeks if the U.S. Supreme Court leaves Mississippi’s law in place.
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AP writer Adriana Gomez Licon contributed from Miami. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/florida-governor-expected-to-sign-abortion-restriction-bill/ | 2022-04-15T07:36:50Z |
Participants Can Enter for a Chance To Win a Three-Night Stay at any Staypineapple Hotel and a Nintendo Switch™ Prize Pack
BELLEVUE, Wash., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Staypineapple, a hospitality company based in the Pacific Northwest, is getting their game on by launching the GOTTA GETAWAY AND PLAY promotion that runs through September 2, 2022, and features a sweepstakes and check-out program.
"We're excited to celebrate summer by creating a memorable experience that combines the fun of playing games on the Nintendo Switch system with a stay at one of our unique boutique hotels," said Steve Allison, Vice President of Revenue and Distribution for Staypineapple.
GOTTA GETAWAY AND PLAY participants can enter for a chance to win one of 10 three-night hotel stays at any Staypineapple Hotel and a Nintendo Switch prize pack. Included in the prize pack is a Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system and download codes for digital versions of the Mario Strikers: Battle League, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe games.
To enter the GOTTA GETAWAY AND PLAY Sweepstakes, entrants can complete the registration form on the contest page at staypineapple.com or visit any Staypineapple hotel and fill out an entry card.
Staypineapple hotel guests also have the opportunity to play while they stay this summer. They can level up their vacation game by checking out a Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system which is the latest member of the Nintendo Switch family of systems. Guests will have the opportunity to check out a system that is pre-loaded with Mario Strikers: Battle League, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC*.
For full terms and conditions of the GOTTA GETAWAY AND PLAY Sweepstakes and information on the Check-Out Program, please visit staypineapple.com.
*Full version of game required to use DLC. Content will release in 6 waves of 8 courses until the end of 2023.
No purchase necessary. Winners will be announced on or around September 7, 2022. Last Day for entries is
September 2, 2022. Nintendo is not a sponsor, co-sponsor or administrator of this sweepstakes.
About Staypineapple
Staypineapple is a brand of upscale, out-of-the-ordinary boutique hotels in urban markets nationwide, owned and managed by Pineapple Hospitality, based in Bellevue, Wash. Focused on thoughtful service and design, with an uncanny knack for anticipating needs, the dog-friendly hotels wholeheartedly embrace the pineapple's symbol of hospitality and joy. For more information or to make a reservation, visit Staypineapple.com or call (866) 866-7977. Follow Staypineapple on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CounterCraft, the global leader in cyber deception-powered threat intelligence and active defense technology for organizations worldwide, including the U.S. Department of Defense and other global defense forces, announced the launch of CounterCraft The Pulse™. The Pulse™ is a threat intelligence feed of prepared incident data from CounterCraft. It uses powerful deception technology to capture threat intel around the latest exploits and vulnerabilities on the web before delivering it via API in real time.
A threat intel feed with impact
Generic, out-of-context threat intel feeds are interesting but rarely impactful, with an average delay between an incident and its reporting clocking in at 21 days. That is simply too long to be relevant. CounterCraft The Pulse™ brings you a real-time source of Machine Readable Threat Intelligence (MRTI) with an unbeatable signal to noise ratio.
"We always say that threat intel is broken," says David Barroso, co-founder and CEO of CounterCraft. "With The Pulse, we use cyber deception to gather valuable intel about the latest exploits. The ability to observe a threat actor's moves and provide the most detailed threat intel out there is unique within the market."
CounterCraft is the most recent deception technology to receive Cool Vendor status, and is currently named as the only deception vendor in Gartner threat intel reports.
How The Pulse is different
The intel in The Pulse is gathered using deception campaigns designed by CounterCraft's team of experts. Detailed telemetry is collected from the deception farms in the Pulse central system and enriched to create in-depth event data.
The Pulse allows users to
- Identify exploits before they affect your organization
- Get the details and the context you need to make security decisions
- Prioritize risk mitigation
- Download the complete attacker playbook
- Know exactly how threat actors would exploit their vulnerabilities
With incident tags that allow classifying by CVEs, tech stacks, and more, unlimited API queries and a RESTful API that offers continuous monitoring and incident data in a standardized JSON format, The Pulse is a game changer.
About CounterCraft
CounterCraft is the next generation of threat intelligence. CounterCraft The Platform™ is a cyber deception platform that offers active defense powered by high-interaction deception technology. Founded in 2015, CounterCraft is present in London, New York, and Madrid, with R&D in San Sebastian, Spain.
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NEW YORK, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Yext, Inc. (NYSE: YEXT) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: March 4, 2021 to March 8, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 16, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in YEXT:
https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/yext-lawsuit?id=29705&from=4
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Yext, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Yext's revenue and earnings were significantly deteriorating because of, among other things, poor sales execution and performance, as well as COVID-19 related disruptions; (ii) accordingly, Yext was unlikely to meet consensus estimates for its full year fiscal 2022 financial results and fiscal 2023 outlook; and (iii) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Yext you have until August 16, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Yext securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the YEXT lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/yext-lawsuit?id=29705&from=4.
ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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BANGKOK, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- September 2, 2022: mu Space and Advance Technology Co., Ltd., a satellite manufacturer and satellite communication service provider, reveals plans to advance the business in the next 10 years. The company announced their intentions to continue to invest in building a network for the aerospace industry with aims to being a leading aerospace manufacturer in Southeast Asia. mu Space intends to build a supply chain for materials, equipment and goods related to the entire aerospace industry, from procuring satellite production materials and aerospace components, all the way to producing and assembling the product. This project has received attention from the mass media and many leading organizations in the country.
Mr. James Yenbamroong, CEO & CTO of mu Space, revealed:
"mu Space has achieved great success in the development of satellites and High Power Systems. The importance of investing in 3 areas that are important to build networks in the space industry are Human Capital Knowledge, Equipment & Machinery and Raw Materials. It also requires cooperation from the government and private sectors involved, in order to create a sustainable network in the aerospace industry, mu Space is committed to promoting and supporting young Start-Up groups to gain experience and knowledge. As a result of that, we hope to see the space industry business steadily expand in Thailand and Southeast Asia."
According to economic reports on the space industry, there are major media outlets and leading analyst groups estimating the rise in value of the global space industry. Reports suggest that by 2026, the value of the industry has the potential to rise from $3.1 billion to $7.4 billion, potentially contributing to drive Thailand becoming the center of the aerospace industry network. This will impact the country positively effecting the economy, education, technological advancement and in terms of creating jobs and careers. On top of that, expanding the positive results to spread widely covering the whole of Southeast Asia.
The "Thailand Space Supply Chain: A 10 Year Plan to being a fully developed Aerospace Manufacturer press conference held this time has received cooperation from leading organizations such as AIRBUS, a world-class aviation manufacturer, and Dr. Pakorn Apaphant from GISTDA (Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency).
Dr. Pakorn Apaphant had the following to say about the space industry:
"The role of the space industry has changed, originally involving only the governmental sector or Superpower countries. However, with the New Space Economy coming into action, the private sector has a strong hold in this industry. Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency or GISTDA is regarded as the main organization that has contributed towards supporting and pushing the New Space Economy in developing the space industry. As well as pushing for government policies through the National Space Master Plan (2023 - 2037), which presents the guidelines for building the Thailand Space Supply Chain and making it a full-scale space industry."
Building a network in the aerospace industry, or having a Space Supply Chain to be truly complete and comprehensive, takes more than 30-40 years. mu Space is fully committed to create a supply chain in the aerospace industry with support from investors who see opportunities in this industry, such as leading investors, B.Grimm Joint Ventures - Private Electricity Industry of Thailand, as well as Majuven Fund, along with various private investors such as Executives from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Foundation, as well as many other industrial and technology-related investors both domestically and internationally. This allows mu Space to build a Space Supply Chain in the space industry quicker and more efficiently.
Those interested can watch the press conference at:
https://www.facebook.com/muSpaceTech/videos/1272137476855975/
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Winners of American Advertising Awards and National Student Advertising Competition Announced
Tiffany R. Warren Named 2022-2023 Board Chair for Second Year; Helen Lin, Chief Digital Officer at Publicis, Named Vice Chair
Mike Weber, Owner, President/Creative Director, CMR Studios, Received Barton A. Cummings Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Advertising Federation (AAF), the "unifying voice for advertising," has completed its annual ADMERICA Conference. The four-day, in-person event, which was held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN, brought together agency representatives, clients, media companies, suppliers and college students from around the country to discuss the changing culture of business and consumers and how they are impacting the advertising and marketing industry. Equally important, the event celebrated achievements in creativity and public service and demonstrated enthusiasm for the industry across the association's grassroots network.
Among the awards and recognitions presented were:
- Winners of this year's American Advertising Awards, a three-tier, national competition acknowledged to be the largest and most representative industry competition. More than 25,000 entries were received. The awards are often viewed as a lens offering insights to work that may also perform well at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity held later in June
- Winners of the National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC), the premier college advertising competition on behalf of a real-world corporate client. The competition involved more than 2,000 college students
- Gold Medal recipient of the Barton A. Cummings Award, the highest honor bestowed by AAF for volunteer service
Also announced were the AAF Board Chair and Vice Chair for the 2022-2023 year.
AMERICAN ADVERTISING AWARDS
In all, 68 Gold ADDYs were awarded, along with two Mosaic ADDYs, two Special Judges Awards and one Best of Show. Best of Show went to BooneOakley and StarMed for the "Don't Get Vaccinated" outdoor campaign for Wilmore Funeral Home. A second Best of Show was awarded in the student portion of the competition. The winning campaign was "Bose Dreams" from Brigham Young University's @BYUadlab.
"The creative work from 2021 exceeded the expectations of our jury this year," said David Campbell, Chair of the National American Advertising Awards Committee. "By nature of the three-tier competition, the national ADDYs still remain the most difficult to achieve in our industry." He added, "Now, our sights are set on the 2022/23 competition season which opens in a few months."
NATIONAL STUDENT ADVERTISING COMPETITION
This year's client, Meta Quest, challenged students to develop a campaign that would make Quest 2 a coveted, essential product for college students and those preparing for college. Texas Tech University was named the winner of the 2022 Competition. Liberty University placed second and the University of California at Berkeley finished third. Said Ayanna Jackson, EVP Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Education at AAF, "I can think of no better way to attract talent to our industry than by spotlighting the best and the brightest young people who are considering careers in advertising and marketing. That's what this competition aspires to achieve," noting, "Many of the participating students go on to promising careers in the business."
BARTON A. CUMMINGS AWARD
Mike Weber, Owner & President/Creative Director of CMR Studios, was awarded the prestigious Barton A. Cummings Award for volunteer service. The award was established in 1994 in memory of the late Bart Cummings, CEO of Compton Advertising (now Saatchi & Saatchi) who believed dedication to industry service and advancing the social and economic values of advertising were as important as any business-related endeavor. Mr. Weber was recognized for his more than 17 years of service helping to shape, structure and judge the AAF's American Advertising Awards, among other contributions. "AAF recognizes the importance of volunteer service if we want to truly be a unifying voice for advertising and support AAF on a local, district, regional and national level," said Steve Pacheco, President and CEO, the American Advertising Federation, adding, "As a former recipient of this award, I can testify first-hand to what it means to be on the receiving end."
2022-2023 BOARD ANNOUNCEMENT
AAF announced that Tiffany R. Warren, EVP, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Sony Music Group, will serve as Board Chair for a second year in 2022-2023. Ms. Warren was originally elected Board Chair for the 2021-2022 period. In addition, Helen Lin, Chief Digital Officer at Publicis, was named Vice Chair. Both roles go into effect July 1, 2022. "We are incredibly grateful and appreciative that Tiffany has agreed to serve as Board Chair for a second year and continue to lead our efforts to support the Mosaic Center, as well as add more HBCUs and Minority-Serving Institutions to our 130 college chapters," said Pacheco. He continued, "We are equally excited that Helen has agreed to serve as Vice Chair for the coming year, helping us to deepen and widen our relationships and expertise within the digital space. Helen is an ADCOLOR Legend, a multiple media all-star and Changing the Game Honoree, among other industry recognitions. I've said it numerous times before – we are fortunate to have such gifted talents as Tiffany and Helen in our corner."
The next ADMERICA conference will take place in St. Louis, MO on June 3-6, 2023.
ABOUT AAF
Established in 1905, the American Advertising Federation (AAF), acts as the "Unifying Voice for Advertising." Its membership is comprised of more than 50 corporate members made up of the nation's leading advertisers, agencies, and media companies; a national network of 150+ local clubs representing 40,000 advertising professionals; and more than 140 college chapters with 4,000 student members. The AAF operates a host of programs and initiatives, including Advertising Day on the Hill, the Advertising Hall of Fame, the Advertising Hall of Achievement, the American Advertising Awards, the National Student Advertising Competition, the Mosaic Awards, the Most Promising Multicultural Students Program and AdCamp for high school students. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn, or find us at https://aaf.org.
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Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Tuesday introduced a bill that would ban abortions nationally after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
The bill comes three months after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and the constitutional right to an abortion and marks the most serious effort by Republicans in Congress to pass a nationwide abortion restriction.
“I think we should have a law at the federal level that would say after 15 weeks, no abortion on demand except in cases of rape, incest and save the life of a mother. And that should be where America’s at,” Graham said during a press conference.
The proposal also comes just two months before the midterm elections. Republicans in battleground states are trying to navigate a growing voter backlash to the Supreme Court decision while also appealing to the party’s base that’s pushing for immediate action on imposing total abortion bans.
Graham nodded to the balancing act, indicating that a more extreme ban wouldn’t be popular with mainstream voters.
“We’re trying to take a position we think will rally the country to be more sympathetic to an unborn child,” Graham said.
But the bill would retain state laws that are more restrictive while replacing laws in blue states that protect abortion.
The legislation includes exceptions for incest and rape and to save the life of the mother if she is in danger from a physical condition. It also includes a potential five-year jail sentence for any provider who violates the ban.
Graham, who just last month said the Supreme Court made the correct decision by leaving abortion decisions up to states, on Tuesday said elected officials have the power to define and regulate abortion, including in Congress.
“Abortion is not banned in America. It’s left up to elected officials in America to define the issue. States have the ability to do it at state level. And we have the ability in Washington to speak on this issue if we choose,” Graham said. “I have chosen to speak.”
Graham said he was motivated to act following attempts by Democrats to enshrine abortion protections into federal law. He previously supported a 20-week abortion ban, but since the Supreme Court ruled that Mississippi’s 15-week ban was constitutional, he wanted to go further.
“After [Democrats] introduced a bill to define who they are, I thought it’d be nice to introduce a bill to define who we are,” Graham said.
The legislation has no chance of getting a vote while Democrats are in control of the Senate. Even if Republicans take control, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) has said he doesn’t intend to eliminate the filibuster to pass a national abortion ban, meaning the legislation would need 60 votes.
“We should have a law at the federal level,” Graham said during a briefing. “If we take the House and Senate, I can assure you we’ll have a vote.”
But Graham said he personally hasn’t had a conversation with McConnell about the bill and instead is leaving it up to the representatives of anti-abortion groups who joined him for the press conference, including Marjorie Dannenfelser, president of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America.
The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has galvanized Democrats, giving them hope of stopping a red wave by tying Republicans to extreme abortion policies.
“Proposals like the one today send a clear message from MAGA Republicans to women across the country: your body, our choice,” Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) said Tuesday in a floor speech.
Graham said Republicans should go on offense and not be influenced by what Democrats might say.
“I think Republicans need to listen to this news conference and listen to these women [anti-abortion activists],” Graham told reporters. “We’re not gonna live in a world where … we retreat.”
In the House, where a group of more than 80 Republicans introduced a companion version of the bill, Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) offered a similar message.
“The nationwide abortion ban proposal put forth today is the latest, clearest signal of extreme MAGA Republicans’ intent to criminalize women’s health freedom in all 50 states and arrest doctors for providing basic care,” Pelosi said in a statement.
“Make no mistake: if Republicans get the chance, they will work to pass laws even more draconian than this bill – just like the bans they have enacted in states like Texas, Mississippi and Oklahoma,” Pelosi said.
Updated at 2:35 p.m. | https://cw33.com/hill-politics/graham-introduces-nationwide-15-week-abortion-ban-legislation-2/ | 2022-09-14T15:15:30Z |
- Thinkific's fourth annual, virtual Think in Color summit drew over 29,000 registrations with participants from more than 60 countries.
- Over 70% of registrants were new to Thinkific
- More than 900 participants have enrolled in the Think in Color accelerator program, a free 8-week program that provides participants with a 90-day trial of Thinkific's Pro + Growth Plan, and ongoing training to build or scale their online learning business.
VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Thinkific Labs Inc. ("Thinkific" or the "Company") (TSX: THNC), the platform shaking up the knowledge economy by empowering creators to create, market and sell their online learning products, shared results from Think in Color 2022. The virtual summit on July 27th featured a roster of 100% women of color, who delivered practical, expert insights that address the real challenges faced by women of color entrepreneurs when launching and building online learning businesses.
"We are thrilled with the success of Think in Color," said Greg Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Thinkific. "With registrations up over 20% from last year, we continue to see growing interest and engagement from knowledge commerce creators in the unique learnings and expert insights showcased at Think in Color. We are honored to play our part in creating a more inclusive and representative space for women of color entrepreneurs in the creator economy. Think in Color is one of the ways we live our core values, by providing practical resources and tools, and by building community to support women of color on their entrepreneurial journey."
Over the course of the event, attendees:
- Learned from Lisa Nichols, Founder and CEO of Motivating the Masses, Inc. about creating an abundance mindset and why shifting mindset is fundamental to business success;
- Were inspired by three creators of color, Ellie Diop, Kiaundra Jackson and Malle Naehu, who shared the stories of their business journeys and how they overcame the unique challenges facing women of color entrepreneurs, including financing, handling requests for free work and racial privilege in entrepreneurship;
- Watched Grammy-award winning singer, Chrisette Michele, launch and perform her new single, Home, and share her experiences and learnings on facing rejection while pursuing your purpose; and
- Connected with each other through the online Think in Color community group, which has over 5,000 members.
To further support women entrepreneurs, Thinkific is contributing $1 per registration to funding entrepreneurs through IFundWomen, which is the go-to funding marketplace for women-owned businesses and the people who want to support them with access to capital, coaching and connections.
Thinkific (TSX: THNC) makes it simple for entrepreneurs and established businesses of any size to scale and generate revenue by teaching what they know. Our platform gives businesses everything they need to build, market, and sell online courses and other learning products, and to run their business seamlessly under their own brand, on their own site. Thinkific's 50,000 active creators earn hundreds of millions of dollars in direct course sales while teaching tens of millions of students. Thinkific is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada and has a distributed team.
This news release includes forward-looking statements and forward–looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws ("forward-looking statements"). Often, but not always, forward–looking information can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "is expected", "expects", "scheduled", "intends", "contemplates", "anticipates", "believes", "proposes" or variations (including negative and grammatical variations) of such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements in this news release include statements regarding the continued growing interest and engagement of knowledge commerce creators; the anticipated and potential benefits that registrants to the Company's Think in Color 2022 event may become paid customers in addition to the anticipated benefits to customers from Thinkific's 8-week accelerator program to train and help customers build or scale their online learning business. Such statements and information are based on the current expectations of Thinkific's management, and are based on assumptions and subject to risks and uncertainties. Although Thinkific's management believes that the assumptions underlying these statements and information are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect. Except as required by applicable securities laws, forward–looking statements and information speak only as of the date on which they are made and Thinkific undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward–looking statement or information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Forward-looking statements and information are not guarantees of future performance and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, some that are similar to other companies with online learning products and some that are unique to Thinkific. Thinkific's actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by its forward-looking statements, so readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on them.
Thinkific's Annual Information Form to Shareholders dated February 23, 2022 and other documents it files from time to time with securities regulatory authorities describe the risks, uncertainties, material assumptions and other factors that could influence actual results and such factors are incorporated herein by reference. Copies of these documents are available on SEDAR.
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DOVER, Del., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At their meeting held today, the Board of Directors of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.535 per share on the Company's common stock. The $0.535 per share dividend will be paid on October 5, 2022 to all shareholders of record at the close of business on September 15, 2022.
Chesapeake has paid dividends to its shareholders without interruption for 61 years and has increased its annualized dividend every year since 2004.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy delivery company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Chesapeake Utilities Corporation offers sustainable energy solutions through its natural gas transmission and distribution, electricity generation and distribution, propane gas distribution, mobile compressed natural gas utility services and solutions, and other businesses. For more information, visit www.chpk.com.
Please note that Chesapeake Utilities Corporation has no affiliation with Chesapeake Energy, an oil and natural gas exploration company headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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MADRID (AP) — Spain on Tuesday eased requirements for foreign laborers without legal documents in an effort to bring thousands of workers into the official labor force and regulate jobs in understaffed sectors including the hospitality and farming industries.
The government decree reforms an existing immigration law and makes it easier for Spanish employers to hire workers from their home country. It also eases work permit requirements for workers already settled in Spain.
The Migration Ministry acknowledged that previous procedures were “often slow and inadequate”, leading to high social and economic costs for the country.
There are an estimated 500,000 people working in Spain’s underground economy.
“These measures will provide us with better tools to tackle the challenges posed by migration,” Social Security and Migration Minister José Luis Escrivá said at a press conference following the government cabinet meeting that approved the bill.
Foreign workers who have lived in the country for two years or more can seek temporary residency papers by enrolling in training courses for jobs in high-demand sectors.
International students will be able to start work in Spain at the end of their studies instead of waiting for three years. Foreign students will be also allowed to work up to 30 hours a week while studying. Foreigners who can show they have been in Spain for at least two years and have worked without papers for at least six months can also seek work permits.
Escrivá said the ministry will update a list of job areas needing workers to provide a more exact picture of the labor market. Sectors like hospitality and agriculture are traditionally understaffed in Spain and businesses often resort to migrant laborers without documents. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/spain-passes-bill-to-help-legalize-foreign-workers/ | 2022-07-26T17:56:33Z |
Calamu Named as One of Just 16 Standout Cybersecurity Companies Worldwide
CLINTON, N.J., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Calamu, a pioneer of data-first security, today announced it was selected as a SINET16 Innovator Award winner for 2022. The SINET16 award recognizes emerging companies as the most innovative and compelling technologies in their fields to address cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. Calamu was selected from a pool of 194 applications from 18 countries, following two rounds of evaluations by the esteemed judging committee.
"We are honored to be selected as one of the SINET16 Innovators, an award that highlights the importance of advancing the field of data security," said Paul Lewis, CEO and Founder of Calamu. "Modern ransomware is focused on stealing data and weaponizing it against businesses, a tactic that has rendered many existing defenses ineffective. Calamu addresses this gap with a data-first approach that works independently from the cloud provider or storage media to keep information safe, even in the event of a breach."
Calamu's flagship product, Calamu Protect, is an advanced Cyberstorage solution that enables businesses to safely adopt cloud storage by dramatically reducing the risk of data being stolen or exfiltrated by bad actors. The product's unique advantage is its ability to scatter data fragments across multiple cloud hyperscalers, neutralizing ransomware and making nefarious access nearly impossible.
"This year's class of SINET16 Innovators are delivering important security advancements towards the protection of corporations who are the fabric of our nation's critical infrastructures and national security and economic interests," said Robert D. Rodriguez, Chairman of SINET. "As in past years, the applicant pool of early-stage and emerging technology solution providers continues to become more competitive. We are proud to play a role in accelerating innovation into a global marketplace by increasing the awareness of value-add companies and look forward to watching these companies continue to mature on their amazing entrepreneurial journeys."
For more information and to see how Calamu Protect works, check out this video.
Calamu was founded by experts in cybersecurity and data privacy with the mission of making the cyber world a safer place. The company is pioneering the use of data-first technology to automatically mitigate the impact of a ransomware attack or data breach, whether data is stored in the cloud, on-premises, or in a hybrid environment. The Calamu platform enables businesses to maintain complete ownership of their data, preventing unauthorized access and dramatically simplifying regulatory requirements around data privacy and protection. For more information on Calamu visit www.calamu.com.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A private prison company has agreed to settle a federal lawsuit over a Tennessee inmate’s killing that got national attention after a judge ordered the plaintiff’s attorney to stop tweeting about it.
Tennessee-based CoreCivic and attorney Daniel Horwitz, who represents the family of the Trousdale Turner Correctional Center inmate who died, noted the settlement Tuesday in a federal court filing in Nashville.
The plaintiff in the lawsuit is G. Marie Newby, the mother of Terry Childress, who died in February 2021 after his cellmate assaulted him, court records show. The lawsuit, blaming low staffing levels, claims correctional officers were not making timely rounds. It sought $10 million for Newby.
CoreCivic spokesperson Matthew Davio said the settlement terms are confidential, adding that the company is “pleased to have reached a mutually agreeable resolution to this case.”
Horwitz said he remains unable to comment due to last month’s gag order. A judge still needs to approve the settlement.
The suit asked the judge to declare that CoreCivic failed to maintain a constitutionally required level of inmate safety at Trousdale. The facility, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) northeast of Nashville, houses about 2,500 inmates, the most of any Tennessee prison. The suit also sought the appointment of an independent monitor to conduct regular unannounced inspections of Trousdale. If the inspector were to find the prison hadn’t fixed its “unlawful” problems, the judge should shut the facility down, the suit argued.
CoreCivic, which has denied all of the lawsuit’s allegations, has faced scrutiny in state comptroller audits in 2017 and 2020. Those reports found understaffing and said officials were not compiling accurate data on inmate deaths, facility lockdowns and use of force by correctional officers. State corrections officials fined the company $2 million for problems at Trousdale.
In social media posts, Horwitz wrote that CoreCivic is a “death factory,” “juices its profit margins by deliberately understaffing facilities and skimping on healthcare” and makes it easier to get drugs in its facilities “than almost anywhere else in America.”
In late July, U.S. Magistrate Judge Jeffery Frensley sided with CoreCivic in ordering Horwitz to delete those tweets and stop commenting on the case.
Frensley also determined that Horwitz improperly commented on Twitter about depositions from other CoreCivic cases that he had improperly filed in court.
In one court filing, the company called Horwitz’s posts “extraordinarily vicious in their verbiage,” and wrote, “He is wrong” and in violation of court rules. Frensley sided with CoreCivic, writing that “trials are meant to occur in the courtroom, not in the media.”
Horwitz has asked the court to reverse the gag order, saying Frensley’s analysis “fails on multiple levels,” including on First Amendment free-speech protections. He claims a retraction order for social media and other communications “furthers no purpose beyond raw censorship.”
The court has not ruled on the issue yet. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/private-prison-firm-to-settle-lawsuit-over-inmate-death/ | 2022-08-15T17:18:24Z |
Storm Megi death toll rises as hundreds of thousands displaced in Philippines
By Akanksha Sharma, CNN
The death toll in the Philippines from tropical storm Megi has risen to 76 while hundreds of thousands of others remain displaced, authorities in the country said Wednesday.
Many of the deaths came in landslides and floods caused when the storm made landfall on Sunday, battering the eastern and southern coasts of the Philippines with sustained winds of up to 65 kilometers (40 miles) per hour and gusts of up to 80 kph (49 mph).
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said at least 29 people remain missing and eight others are injured.
More than 920,000 people have been affected by the storm, over 200,000 people displaced, while more than 35,000 were pre-emptively evacuated, the council said. Some 660 evacuation centers are in operation, it added.
The agricultural damage caused by Megi, known as Agaton in the Philippines, is estimated at more than $8 million (423.8 million Philippine pesos) as of Wednesday — twice the amount reported a day earlier, the Department of Agriculture said.
At least 6,557 farmers and 10,920 hectares of farmland have been affected with commodities including rice, corn and livestock hit by the tropical storm, the department added.
Among the worst affected regions are Western Visayas, Eastern Visayas and Caraga.
In the eastern province of Leyte, the bodies of 22 people were recovered after being buried under a landslide, Joemen Collado, police chief of Baybay city, told reporters earlier this week. “There were landslides in communities and then some of the victims were swept by floods,” Collado said.
The mayor of Abuyog, in Leyte province, said on Facebook that a landslide had “wiped out” Pilar, a local barangay or neighborhood, in a “catastrophe that broke my heart”.
The landslide had taken place even as pre-emptive evacuation efforts took place, Lemuel Gin K. Traya said in his post.
“We had exerted all means possible to save the people of Barangay Pilar. We were able to rescue and save some wounded children, senior citizens, injured and distressed individuals.
“As of today, the survivors are under medication and are well taken cared of. All evacuees on other hand are safe and under our care.”
Images shared by the local fire bureau on Monday showed rescuers wading through water near partially submerged homes and digging for survivors in a landslide-hit area.
Megi, which was downgraded to a tropical depression on Monday, was the first storm to hit the archipelago this year. The country experiences around 20 such storms annually.
The Philippines is still reeling from the effects of super typhoon Rai, the strongest typhoon to have hit the country in 2021. Rai, known locally as Odette, claimed more than 300 lives and injured more than 500 people, CNN affiliate CNN Philippines reported, citing the Philippine National Police.
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DALLAS, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CECO Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECE), a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment and industrial equipment, today announced that Todd Gleason, Chief Executive Officer, will present at the H.C. Wainwright 24th Annual Global Investment Conference on Sep. 13 in New York. Management will also host one-on-one investor meetings throughout the day.
Additionally, management will present and host one-on-one meetings at the Lake Street 6th Annual Best IDEAS Growth Big 6 Conference on Sep. 14 in New York. The presentation can be accessed on the Lake Street conference portal for registered participants and the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.CECOEnviro.com.
ABOUT CECO ENVIRONMENTAL
CECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets across the globe through its key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Providing innovative technology and application expertise, CECO helps companies grow their business with safe, clean, and more efficient solutions that help protect people, the environment and industrial equipment. In regions around the world, CECO works to improve air quality, optimize the energy value chain, and provide custom solutions for applications including power generation, petrochemical processing, general industrial, refining, midstream oil and gas, electric vehicle production, poly silicon fabrication, battery recycling, beverage can, and water/wastewater treatment along with a wide range of other applications. CECO is listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "CECE." Incorporated in 1966, CECO's global headquarters is in Dallas, Texas. For more information, please visit www.cecoenviro.com.
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SAN RAMON, Calif., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumin Digital announced today that Tennessee-based Cornerstone Financial Credit Union has signed a multi-year agreement for Lumin Digital's cloud-based online and mobile digital banking platform. Lumin will support Cornerstone's 45,000-plus members and $550 million in assets when the platform is launched in January 2023.
A cloud-native digital banking platform, Lumin Digital will provide Cornerstone members with an integrated, customized experience that matches larger financial institutions' offerings. Focusing on service, user experience, safety, and security through sophisticated automation, Lumin Digital helps credit unions and financial institutions drive better engagement with their users through personalized recommendations. These include everything from spending insights and financial advice to fraud alerts and help with savings goals. Lumin also enables credit unions to provide users with real-time updates and new features that add value and simplify everyday banking.
Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Cornerstone has been providing financial services to Tennesseans since 1955.
"At Cornerstone, we strive to provide the most comprehensive and robust financial services possible, which starts with innovative products and technology for our members," said Donna Young, president and CEO of Cornerstone Financial Credit Union. "Lumin Digital's platform offers cutting-edge technology that matches with our seamless and personalized user experience."
"Cornerstone's choice to partner with Lumin Digital is a perfect fit for their focus on member success. Lumin's platform will allow Cornerstone to continue to develop deep and lasting relationships with their members through their digital channels, through tailored tools, and resources specific to their individual financial needs," said Jeff Chambers, founder and CEO of Lumin Digital.
Lumin Digital is a PSCU-majority-owned fintech company specializing in digital banking solutions. Through a fundamentally different approach to technology, service, and people, we're creating the next generation of financial solutions each and every day. Lumin helps credit unions and financial institutions build and deploy next-gen digital experiences that help to continually serve, engage, and grow their membership base. While other platforms are partially adapted or retrofitted for the cloud, Lumin is 100% cloud-native. It was built specifically for the cloud environment, allowing us to more fully realize the advantages it offers. It's a difference that financial institutions and their users will see and feel almost immediately. For more information, visit lumindigital.com.
Cornerstone Financial Credit Union was founded in 1955 by a group of visionary educators in Davidson County guided with the philosophy of people helping people. We've grown to over 45,000 members with assets of over $550 million. Our mission statement is "Caring financial advisors providing exceptional service for life".
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SHANGHAI, July 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Abbisko Therapeutics Co., Ltd. (HKEX Stock Code: 2256.HK, referred to "Abbisko Therapeutics" hereafter) today announced completion of dosing of the first patient in the Phase 1 clinical trial in advanced solid tumors for ABSK061, which becomes the first highly selective FGFR2/3 inhibitor advanced into clinical stage globally.
The clinical trial (ABSK061-101, NCT05244551) is a First-in-Human Phase 1 study of ABSK061 to assess the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics in patients with advanced solid tumors, and to determine the Recommended Phase 2 Dose (RP2D) and evaluate preliminary anti-tumor activities. The trial is currently being conducted in both China and US.
ABSK061 is a next-generation, orally available, highly potent and selective small molecule FGFR2/3 inhibitor independently discovered and developed by Abbisko Therapeutics with global intellectual property rights. Several first-generation pan-FGFR inhibitors have demonstrated clinical efficacy in multiple types of tumor carrying FGFR2/3 alterations and have been approved globally, including China and US. Their therapeutic window and efficacy, however, are limited by the side effects associated with FGFR1 inhibition. With reduced FGFR1 activity while maintaining strong potency against FGFR2/3, ABSK061 is expected to achieve improved therapeutic window and clinical efficacy as a second-generation FGFR inhibitor. In addition to oncology indications, ABSK061 also has great potential to expand its use in non-oncology indications, such as achondroplasia.
About Abbisko Therapeutics
Founded in April 2016, Abbisko Therapeutics Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Abbisko Cayman Limited (HKEX Stock Code: 2256.HK), is biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative medicines in China and around the world. The company was established by a group of seasoned drug hunters with rich R&D and managerial expertise from top multinational pharmaceutical companies, who have participated in the R&D of a number of new drugs for clinical and marketing purpose. Abbisko Therapeutics focuses on the research and development of new oncology drugs, with the core of small molecule precision therapy and small molecule tumor immunotherapy drugs. In response to the needs of patients and the pharmaceutical market, it has been committed to developing potential first-in-class or best-in-class innovative drugs for novel and high potential drug targets by adhering to the concept and standard of international new drug development to improve the quality of life of patients in China and globally. Since its founding in 2016, Abbisko Therapeutics has built up an extensive pipeline of 14 innovative small molecule programs focused on precision oncology and immuno-oncology, including six clinical stage assets and eight pre-clinical stage assets. As of date of press release, Abbisko Therapeutics has received 13 IND or clinical trial approvals in four countries and regions.
Please visit www.abbisko.com for more information.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Wochit, a leader in SaaS video creation, distribution, and automation, announced the launch of a streamlined, self-serve version of their video creation product, designed to be easily embedded and white-labeled by organizations looking to add video editing to their platform for their customers.
"One thing should be clear to every industry, channel, and business owner by now," said Dror Ginzberg, Wochit's Founder and CEO. "Video is non-negotiable for anyone serious about engaging with their audience or end consumer. Any platform or marketplace that can't offer that capability will lose their customers to a platform that does."
A pioneer in the video creation space over the last 10 years, Wochit has until now mostly served enterprise and media clients with custom solutions. The new video editor product is simple to integrate, customizable in functionality, and streamlined in pricing, making it easy and affordable for businesses of all kinds and sizes to take advantage.
According to Ginzberg, "It's a re-creation of the vision we've always had, but this time at a much bigger scale. We now help platforms that couldn't offer video creation before. The result is exponential growth for them and their customers alike."
The new video editor allows for a simple, plug-and-play integration on an existing marketplace, franchisor network, app, or site. "Right out of the gate, we expect this to be a huge hit in industries like real estate, HR, food, and wellness, "said Anat Yaniv, Head of Marketing, "platforms that already serve communities with large end-audiences but no turnkey way to add video without starting over or breaking things."
The key is that Wochit allows for seamless integration with minimal developer lift. The video editor is available to try for free, and it can even be deployed without any commitment or cost for the first 3,000 seconds of professionally produced video. "It's everything we've learned from years of partnering with top enterprise brands–and years of listening to creator needs–boiled down into a simple embed code every app or website can enjoy. It's magic," says Daphna Tsachor, Wochit's Chief Product Officer.
There are effortless, gorgeous templates for every kind of business and use case, and the selection can be narrowed by need. For example, a real estate franchisor would be able to offer branded templates like "meet the agency, agent or trainer," and "welcome to the team." A craft marketplace would likely choose to offer "how to," and "sales and promotion," just to name a few.
"It's great to see how Wochit's video editor is being embraced by companies such as Houzz, Taboola, Kaltura and Shutterstock, who came to realize that there is value in allowing their users to create video directly from their platforms," says Tsachor. "Now it's time to offer that same value to companies and business owners that couldn't benefit until now!"
Wochit brings the power of video creation to businesses of all kinds and sizes. Our versatile, plug-and-play video editor can be easily white-labeled as a seamless part of any platform, app, or website, making it possible for everyone to give their customers the power to create video. Now every business's end user owner, in any industry, with any use case, will be able to tell their stories, market their goods and services, and more, with compelling videos, revolutionary ease, and unprecedented speed. Beyond our self-serve video editor, Wochit is also a trusted enterprise partner for custom solutions specific to a company's complexity, challenges, and scale. Hundreds of the world's leading brands, nonprofits, marketplaces, and media organizations have already transformed their video production with our intuitive user experience, expert support, and limitless pre licensed content from Getty, AFP, Press Association, and more, our cloud-based editing tools make creating, versioning, automating, and publishing across platforms simpler than ever before. We love helping every organization connect with their audience in new ways every day.
To try Wochit's new video editor with no risk, simply go to wochit.com. The first 3,000 seconds are free (one hundred :30 videos, for example) and then just pay as you go ($0.02 per second of video produced).
For media inquiries:
Anat Yaniv, Head of Marketing, anat.yaniv@wochit.com
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WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s nowhere near the $4 trillion proposal President Joe Biden first launched to rebuild America’s public infrastructure and family support systems but the compromise package of inflation-fighting health care, climate change and deficit reduction strategies appears on track toward Senate votes this weekend.
The estimated $740 billion proposal, struck by two top negotiators, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and holdout Sen. Joe Manchin, the conservative West Virginia Democrat, includes some hard-fought party priorities. But the final touches came this week from Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., who put her handiwork on the latest revisions.
What’s in, and out, of the Democrats’ “Inflation Reduction Act of 2022” as it stands now:
LOWER PRESCRIPTION DRUG COSTS
Launching a long-sought goal, the bill would allow the Medicare program to negotiate prescription drug prices with pharmaceutical companies, saving the federal government some $288 billion over the 10-year budget window.
Those new revenues would be put back into lower costs for seniors on medications, including a $2,000 out-of-pocket cap for older adults buying prescriptions from pharmacies.
The money would also be used to provide free vaccinations for seniors, who now are among the few not guaranteed free access, according to a summary document.
HELP PAY FOR HEALTH INSURANCE
The bill would extend the subsidies provided during the COVID-19 pandemic to help some Americans who buy health insurance on their own.
Under earlier pandemic relief, the extra help was set to expire this year. But the bill would allow the assistance to keep going for three more years, lowering insurance premiums for people who are purchasing their own health care policies.
‘SINGLE BIGGEST INVESTMENT IN CLIMATE CHANGE IN U.S. HISTORY’
The bill would invest nearly $374 billion over the decade in climate change-fighting strategies including investments in renewable energy production and tax rebates for consumers to buy new or used electric vehicles.
It’s broken down to include $60 billion for a clean energy manufacturing tax credit and $30 billion for a production tax credit for wind and solar, seen as ways to boost and support the industries that can help curb the country’s dependence on fossil fuels. The bill also gives tax credits for nuclear power and carbon capture technology that oil companies such as Exxon Mobil have invested millions of dollars to advance.
The bill would impose a new fee on excess methane emissions from oil and gas drilling while giving fossil fuel companies access to more leases on federal lands and waters.
A late addition pushed by Sinema and other Democrats in Arizona, Nevada and Colorado would designate $4 billion to combat a mega-drought in the West, including conservation efforts in the Colorado River Basin, which nearly 40 million American rely on for drinking water.
For consumers, there are tax breaks as incentives to go green. One is a 10-year consumer tax credit for renewable energy investments in wind and solar. There are tax breaks for buying electric vehicles, including a $4,000 tax credit for purchase of used electric vehicles and $7,500 for new ones.
In all, Democrats believe the strategy could put the country on a path to cut greenhouse gas emissions 40% by 2030, and “would represent the single biggest climate investment in U.S. history, by far.”
HOW TO PAY FOR ALL OF THIS?
The biggest revenue-raiser in the bill is a new 15% minimum tax on corporations that earn more than $1 billion in annual profits.
It’s a way to clamp down on some 200 U.S. companies that avoid paying the standard 21% corporate tax rate, including some that end up paying no taxes at all.
The new corporate minimum tax would kick in after the 2022 tax year and raise some $258 billion over the decade.
The revenue would have been $313 billion, but Sinema insisted on one change to the 15% corporate minimum, allowing a depreciation deduction used by manufacturing industries. That shaves about $55 billion off the total revenue.
Money is also raised by boosting the IRS to go after tax cheats. The bill proposes an $80 billion investment in taxpayer services, enforcement and modernization, which is projected to raise $203 billion in new revenue — a net gain of $124 billion over the decade.
The bill sticks with Biden’s original pledge not to raise taxes on families or businesses making less than $400,000 a year.
The lower drug prices for seniors are paid for with savings from Medicare’s negotiations with the drug companies.
WHAT’S CHANGED IN RECENT DAYS?
To win over Sinema, Democrats dropped plans to close a tax loophole long enjoyed by wealthier Americans — the so-called “carried interest,” which under current law taxes wealthy hedge fund managers and others at a 20% rate.
The left has for years sought to boost the carried interest tax rate, hiked to 37% in the original bill, more in line with upper-income earners. Sinema wouldn’t allow it.
Keeping the tax break for the wealthy deprives the party of $14 billion in revenue they were counting on to help pay for the package.
In its place, Democrats, with Sinema’s nod, will impose a 1% excise tax on stock buybacks, raising some $74 billion over the decade.
EXTRA MONEY TO PAY DOWN DEFICITS
With some $740 billion in new revenue and around $433 billion in new investments, the bill promises to put the difference toward deficit reduction.
Federal deficits spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic when federal spending soared and tax revenues fell as the nation’s economy churned through shutdowns, closed offices and other massive changes.
The nation has seen deficits rise and fall in recent years. But overall federal budgeting is on an unsustainable path, according to the Congressional Budget Office, which put out a new report this week on long-term projections.
WHAT’S LEFT BEHIND
This latest package after 18 months of start-stop negotiations leaves behind many of Biden’s more ambitious goals.
While Congress did pass a $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill for highways, broadband and other investments that Biden signed into law last year, the president’s and the party’s other key priorities have slipped away.
Among them is a continuation of a $300 monthly child tax credit that was sending money directly to families during the pandemic and is believed to have widely reduced child poverty.
Also gone, for now, are plans for free pre-kindergarten and community college, as well as the nation’s first paid family leave program that would have provided up to $4,000 a month for births, deaths and other pivotal needs.
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Associated Press writer Matthew Daly contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/democrats-big-package-what-remains-in-and-whats-out/ | 2022-08-06T20:21:16Z |
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Legislators pass Omnibus Education bill to Gov.’s desk for signature
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Legislators have passed the Omnibus Education bill to Governor Laura Kelly’s desk with their approval.
Late Thursday night, April 28, the Kansas Legislature passed House Bill 2567, the Omnibus Education bill, which would fully fund schools and includes several policy provisions - most notably open enrollment.
The bill was written to remove federal impact aid from the purpose of local foundation aid in the Kansas School Equity and Enhancement Act. It would also exclude Fort Leavenworth School District and virtual school students from capital improvement state aid decisions.
The bill was introduced at the request of Abraham Pfannenstiel on behalf of the Kansas County Treasurers Association in the House on Jan. 27 and referred to the Committee on Transportation, which originally sponsored the bill. On Feb. 23, the House passed the bill under final action with a 114-6 vote.
The Committee on Ways and Means is the current sponsor of the bill.
Once in the Senate, the bill underwent amendments that added the policy provisions and was passed at the end of March under final action with a unanimous vote.
A Conference Committee Report was then drafted and adopted by the Senate on Thursday with a 24-12 vote. The House also voted to pass the report on Thursday with a 75-45 vote.
Americans For Prosperity-Kansas says it has been a consistent advocate for education and policies that will give students the chance to learn in an environment that best suits their needs.
“For far too long, our children have been subject to a one-size-fits-all approach. The Kansas Legislature rightly determined that this should no longer be the case, State Director of AFP-Kansas Elizabeth Patton said. “Therefore, I urge Governor Kelly to sign HB 2567 as soon as possible. Gov. Kelly promised to do “whatever it takes to close the education gap,” and now she has her chance. If signed, this bill marks a huge milestone for public school students across our state to have equal access to a quality education, regardless of zip code. Parents will finally be able to decide where their child goes to school, giving them the best opportunity to succeed. I hope the governor moves decisively to get this across the finish line.”
The bill will now head to the desk of Governor Laura Kelly for her signature.
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WASHINGTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking applications for its Pool Safely Grant Program (PSGP or grant program) to assist state and local governments in reducing deaths and injuries from drowning and drain entrapment incidents in pools and spas. CPSC will award up to a total of $2 million in two-year grants to qualifying jurisdictions. The PSGP is an essential part of CPSC's national campaign to prevent drain entrapment and drowning. Drowning is the leading cause of deaths among young children.
The grant program is made possible through the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGB Act), which seeks to provide state and local governments with assistance for education, training and enforcement of pool safety requirements, as well as anti-drowning education. Since the Act's passage in 2007, the agency has provided nearly $5 million in funding to 24 recipients.
"CPSC is proud to be able to help states and municipalities with these funds to support their water safety efforts. The Virginia Graeme Baker Act grants can potentially save lives through enforcement of pool safety laws, informing the public about entrapment dangers and other education to prevent drowning," said CPSC Chair Alex Hoehn-Saric. "I urge states and municipalities to take advantage of this opportunity to help their own communities take on one of the leading causes of deaths for young children."
Grant applicants must be a state or local government or U. S. Territory that has an enacted or amended a law that meets the requirements of the VGB Act (15 U.S.C. 8001), sections 1405 and 1406.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the solicitation on Grants.gov, under grant opportunity CPSC-22-001. Applications will be accepted through June 20, 2022.
CPSC's website www.PoolSafely.gov has more information about the Pool Safely Grant Program and the VGB Act. PoolSafely.gov has free, downloadable information for the general public, state and local officials, the swimming pool and spa community and the media.
This child safety law has helped reduce the risk of drowning and drain entrapment by requiring public pools and spas to install new safety drain covers and through federal grants and education programs to encourage states and localities to require residential pools and spas to utilize physical barriers, such as a fence completely surrounding the pool, with self-closing, self-latching gates. See additional pool safety tips at www.poolsafely.gov.
Jurisdictions can contact CPSC's Grants Management Specialist Mae Durand at mdurand@cpsc.gov or 301-504-7560 for more information.
About the U.S. CPSC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC.
For lifesaving information:
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Release Number: 22-112
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Cincinnati Innovation District, Lightship Foundation, Mortar, Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. and Cincinnati Regional Chamber cited as leading the way
CINCINNATI, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cincinnati was nationally recognized today in a report published by the Brookings Institution for its efforts to advance inclusive economic growth.
The new study, Institutionalizing inclusive growth: Rewiring systems to rebuild local economies, was designed to understand public, private, and civic efforts to build inclusive local economies in Heartland cities. These efforts are called "systems rewiring" because they create new connections (i.e., wires) between organizations—and between organizations and the communities they support—to more systematically generate inclusive growth. In addition to Cincinnati, the authors of Brookings Metro's new report also studied Akron, OH, Birmingham, AL, St. Paul, MN and Syracuse NY, arguing that "older industrial cities are critical—yet overlooked—bellwethers for the nation's economic prosperity and social stability."
In Cincinnati, Brookings Metro profiled a range of organizations working to catalyze quality job growth and business creation, invest in inclusive talent development, and support connected, vibrant neighborhoods. Examples include: the University of Cincinnati's major investments in inclusive innovation and entrepreneurship via the Cincinnati Innovation District (CID); investment in underrepresented entrepreneurs operating promising tech-driven companies through Lightship Foundation and Mortar; 3CDC, a long-running effort to invest in downtown and the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood; and how a new approach at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber is improving job quality and talent through both the Workforce Innovation Center and the Minority Business Accelerator.
The University of Cincinnati powered an entire innovation ecosystem by developing the CID – now the model for the state. By building the place and connecting companies to talent, the CID's interconnected platform for industry, researchers and students has been integral in the rewiring of the system through its own evolution.
"Universities are in a unique position to bring together multiple constituents to solve challenges and seize opportunities in new and unexpected ways," said University of Cincinnati President Neville G. Pinto. "Having a dedicated innovation district enables us to do that; it's a space where these collisions can occur."
Adds David J. Adams, University of Cincinnati Chief Innovation Officer and Executive Director, CID, "Place matters. The district itself is living proof of how close proximity and access to industry and innovation centers can improve the economic outlook and create new jobs."
Lightship Foundation, a non-profit foundation focused on providing tech entrepreneurs of color with meaningful guidance and funding, brings minority business leaders and creatives from all over the world to make Ohio the place where ideas are born and can thrive in the long term.
"We couldn't have done this anywhere else," said Candice Matthews Brackeen, Founder and CEO of Lightship Foundation. "Our partnership with the CID along with the presence of organizations like Mortar and the Chamber's Minority Business Accelerator are addressing the gap in resources for founders of color. Lightship is proud to be at the forefront of Cincinnati's inclusion focused growth."
The Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC), a private, non-profit real estate developer whose mission and strategic focus is to strengthen the core assets of downtown by revitalizing and connecting Cincinnati's Central Business District and Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, has played a direct role in more than $1.6 billion in development projects in these two neighborhoods. This investment has yielded 198 buildings restored, 49 new buildings constructed, 17 acres of restored civic space, and two civic buildings restored, among other accomplishments.
"3CDC's commitment to creating an inclusive local economy can be seen through its work developing affordable and supportive housing, working with minority- and woman-owned contractors on our development projects, and filling our street-level commercial spaces with minority- and woman-owned small businesses," Adam Gelter, Executive Vice President of Real Estate for 3CDC, said. "We're fortunate to be able to collaborate with so many great organizations in Cincinnati to make these important initiatives a reality."
The Cincinnati Regional Chamber has implemented effective initiatives to advance inclusion, including Apprenti Cincinnati, which encourages local businesses to adopt new pipelines for untapped talent; the Workforce Innovation Center, which creates tailored plans to help companies adopt inclusive and effective practices; and the Minority Business Accelerator, which works to grow, build, attract, and create minority-owned enterprises in the region.
"Great things are happening here in the region, and the Minority Business Accelerator looks forward to continuing to do its part to advance the collective business and economic interest of the community," said Darrin Redus, Chief Executive Officer, Minority Business Accelerator. "While there's much more work to be done to address ongoing economic disparities in the region, I believe this report exemplifies our strong foundation, great progress, and shared desire to create an inclusive economy that works for all of its citizens."
Audrey Treasure, Executive Director, Workforce Innovation Center, agrees. "This report demonstrates that the Cincinnati region is leading the way as a community dedicated to improving the economy for all people. The Workforce Innovation Center continues to help employers solve their most pressing talent issues with inclusive practices that work for their business and support their employees. The more employers adopt this approach, the more it puts Cincinnati on the map as a hub for inclusive capitalism."
Inclusive growth is a matter of civic and economic necessity and collaboration among a variety of institutions with a shared purpose is required to generate positive outcomes. "Every sector can contribute to systems rewiring," argues Brookings Metro Fellow and Director of Applied Research Joseph Parilla. "Now, armed with a once-in-a-generation infusion of federal dollars, local leaders can use this playbook to build the institutional and systemic capacity to ensure their economies are working for all."
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PARIS (AP) — The woman was crumpled on the floor of a mangled Mercedes, unconscious and struggling to breathe. The French doctor had no idea who she was and just focused on trying to save her.
Twenty-five years later, Dr. Frederic Mailliez is still marked by what happened in the Alma Tunnel in Paris on Aug. 31, 1997 — and the realization that he was one of the last people to see Princess Diana alive.
“I realize my name will always be attached to this tragic night,” Mailliez, who was on his way home from a party when he came across the car crash, told The Associated Press. “I feel a little bit responsible for her last moments.”
As Britain and Diana’s admirers worldwide mark a quarter-century since her death, Mailliez recounted the aftermath of the crash.
That night, Mailliez was driving into the tunnel when he spotted a smoking Mercedes nearly split in two.
“I walked toward the wreckage. I opened the door, and I looked inside,” he said.
What he saw: “Four people, two of them were apparently dead, no reaction, no breathing, and the two others, on the right side, were living but in severe condition. The front passenger was screaming, he was breathing. He could wait a few minutes. And the female passenger, the young lady, was on her knees on the floor of the Mercedes, she had her head down. She had difficulty to breathe. She needed quick assistance.”
He ran to his car to call emergency services and grab a respiratory bag.
“She was unconscious,” he said. “Thanks to my respiratory bag (…) she regained a little bit more energy, but she couldn’t say anything.”
The doctor would later find out the news — along with the rest of the world — that the woman he treated was Diana, Britain’s national treasure adored by millions.
“I know it’s surprising, but I didn’t recognize Princess Diana,” he said. “I was in the car on the rear seat giving assistance. I realized she was very beautiful, but my attention was so focused on what I had to do to save her life, I didn’t have time to think, who was this woman.”
“Someone behind me told me the victims spoke English, so I began to speak English, saying I was a doctor and I called the ambulance,” he said. “I tried to comfort her.”
As he worked, he noticed the flash of camera bulbs, of paparazzi gathered to document the scene. A British inquest found Diana’s chauffeur, Henri Paul, was drunk and driving at a high speed to elude pursuing photographers.
Mailliez said he had “no reproach” toward the photographers’ actions after the crash. “They didn’t hamper me having access to the victims. … I didn’t ask them for help, but they didn’t interfere with my job.”
Firefighters quickly came, and Diana was taken to a Paris hospital, where she died a few hours later. Her companion Dodi Fayed and the driver also died.
“It was a massive shock to learn that she was Princess Diana, and that she died,” Mailliez said. Then self-doubt set in. “Did I do everything I could to save her? Did I do correctly my job?” he asked himself. “I checked with my medical professors and I checked with police investigators,” he said, and they agreed he did all he could.
The anniversary is stirring up those memories again, but they also come back “each time I drive through the Alma Tunnel,” he said.
As Mailliez spoke, standing atop the tunnel, cars rushed in and out past the pillar where she crashed, now bearing a stencil drawing of Diana’s face.
The Flame of Liberty monument nearby has become a memorial site attracting Diana fans of all generations and nationalities. She has become a timeless figure of emancipation and a fashion icon even for those born after her death.
Irinia Ouahvi, a 16-year-old Parisian visiting the flame, said she knows Diana through TikTok videos and through her mother.
“Even with her style she was a feminist. She challenged royal etiquette, wearing cyclist shorts and casual pants,” Ouahvi said.
Francine Rose, a Dutch 16-year-old who stopped by Diana’s memorial while on a biking trip in Paris, discovered her story thanks to “Spencer,” a recent film starring Kristen Stewart.
“She is an inspiration because she was evolving in the strict household, the royal family, and just wanted to be free,” Rose said.
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This story corrects the name of the film starring Kristen Stewart to “Spencer.”
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Nicolas Garriga and Jeffrey Schaeffer contributed to this report.
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Follow AP’s coverage of the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death at https://apnews.com/hub/princess-diana | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/ap-dianas-last-moments-french-medic-recalls-tragic-night/ | 2022-08-30T04:38:45Z |
DLC, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nashville-based Made In Network has formed a strategic partnership with investment groups MEP Capital and Cordillera Investment Partners to accelerate the company's mission of helping creators build the next generation of media brands.
Over the next five years, Made In Network plans to invest over $50mm into its creator talent and brand studio including development of new original IP, product extensions, catalog licensing, and business diversification.
The partnership brings substantial growth capital to Made In Network, expanding its ability to bring the company's full suite of creative, production, strategy, and commercial services to some of the world's leading creators and advertisers across digital platforms. Specifically, Made In Network will be investing in the expansion of its partners' businesses through increased production support, new IP development, expansion into other mediums such as podcasts, and the creation of new product lines.
Founded in 2013, Made In Network has been a trusted partner to the highest caliber of content creators, including the Babish Culinary Universe, Cinema Sins, Matty Matheson, Marty Schwartz,Bailey Sarian, and Some Good News. Today, the company's managed channels, on YouTube alone, generate over 3 billion organic annual views across over 70mm subscribers. This viewership rivals or surpasses the viewership of most traditional media and entertainment companies.
In 2018, Made In Network launched its brand studio, Studio Made, to help corporate partners create original content, build audiences, and collaborate with top-tier Creators. Studio Made combines Made In Network's in-depth knowledge of digital video and the emerging creator economy with the creative services approach of top ad agencies. Studio Made is run by longtime agency executive Ryan Mack (the former president of VICE Media's creative agency, Virtue). Studio Made partners have included The Botanist Gin, Cheez It, Salt Life, Yeti, Amazon Music, LG, and AMC Networks among others.
The new alignment with deeply experienced media industry investors cements Made In Network's leadership position as THE trusted creative and operational partner for top-notch Creators. Now, Made In Network is providing BOTH the mission-critical services AND growth capital/extended resources to a curated group of top tier talent.
"While plenty of options are available today to attract investment against existing revenue streams, many of those options don't aid creators in growing their presence into fully-realized businesses," says Kevin Grosch, CEO of Made In Network. "Building a long-lasting, diversified media business requires more than capital. Creators need a team with a comprehensive set of experience and skills. We believe in the unique
potential that Creator-born content businesses hold. Our company was specifically built to work as a partner to Creators, helping them realize their ambitions and aspirations. Made In Network's unique offering, now supported by long-term investment partners, ensures that elite talent across digital media formats have everything they need to accomplish their goals."
In addition to the continued growth of its creator roster, Made In Network is expanding its offerings to advertisers looking to make the greatest impact through digital video and audio. Grosch adds, "While our work with creators is core to our mission as a company, we're equally excited by the planned acceleration of our offering to brand partners. From original branded programming on YouTube, TikTok, Facebook and Podcasts to product integrations with top channels on the internet, our Studio team is now poised for rapid expansion."
About MIN… Made In Network is a studio and media house, creating content and building audiences in partnership with creators, while also working deeply with consumer brands. Since 2014, Made In Network has been helping creators architect, produce, and operate some of the most influential and culturally relevant channels on the internet, cementing the company as a leader in the emerging creator ecosystem and economy. For brands, Made In Network provides a range of services helping their clients activate and build audiences through content. Learn more at www.madeinnetwork.com.
About MEP… MEP Capital is an investment firm focused on opportunities in the media and entertainment industries, providing support to the creative community. Across digital media, music, film & television, gaming, and live events, MEP partners with leading industry operators to finance projects, acquire assets, and invest in businesses. We invest through long-term oriented funds, with committed capital from institutions, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Learn more at http://www.mepcap.com
About CIP… Cordillera Investment Partners is an investment management firm focused on investing in niche, non-correlated assets. Its investments are generally in sectors that are misunderstood, undercapitalized, and uncorrelated with traditional assets. Cordillera manages over $1 billion of capital for endowments, foundations, family offices, wealth advisors, and other institutional investors. For more information please visit www.cordillera-ip.com.
Investment bank Canaccord Genuity served as exclusive financial advisor to Made in Network on this transaction.
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Deshaun Watson settles 20 of 24 sexual misconduct lawsuits
HOUSTON (AP) — Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has reached an agreement to settle 20 of the 24 civil lawsuits that had been filed by women who accused him of sexual assault and harassment, an attorney for the women said Tuesday.
Watson, who has been accused by massage therapists of harassing, assaulting or touching them during appointments when he was playing for the Houston Texans, could still be suspended if the NFL determines he violated the league’s personal conduct policy.
“Today I announce that all cases against Deshaun Watson, with the exception of four, have settled. We are working through the paperwork related to those settlements,” Houston attorney Tony Buzbee said in a statement. “Once we have done so, those particular cases will be dismissed.”
Buzbee, who represents all 24 women, said the terms of the settlements are “confidential” and that his legal team “won’t comment further on the settlements or those cases.”
The first 22 lawsuits were filed in March and April 2021. The last two lawsuits were filed after HBO’s “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel” aired an interview last month with two of the women who detailed their encounters with Watson.
The settlement also comes after The New York Times reported earlier this month that Watson had booked massage appointments with at least 66 different women over 17 months while he played for the Texans. The report also said that a Texans representative had provided Watson with a nondisclosure agreement that he gave to some of the women to sign.
Rusty Hardin, Watson’s lead attorney, did not immediately return an email or a text seeking comment.
Last week, Watson said he intended to clear his name and sidestepped any questions about whether he would settle with any of the women.
“I never assaulted anyone,” Watson said June 14 in his first public comments since being introduced by the Browns in March. “I never harassed anyone or I never disrespected anyone. I never forced anyone to do anything.”
In March, two separate Texas grand juries declined to indict Watson on criminal complaints stemming from the allegations.
Cleveland then signed Watson to a fully guaranteed, five-year, $230 million contract in March, convincing the three-time Pro Bowler to waive his no-trade clause and join a team with solid roster.
The Browns had no immediate comment on the settlements.
NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy said the settlements have “no impact on the collectively bargained disciplinary process.”
And a league official told The Associated Press “settling doesn’t give someone a pass” and indicated a lengthy suspension remains in order. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the investigation hasn’t concluded.
Buzbee said he plans on taking the four unsettled lawsuits to trial, including the first one that was filed by Ashley Solis, who has previously made her name public. In an interview with HBO’s “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel,” Solis said she felt threatened by Watson after their massage session when he told her that she had a career to protect and “I know you don’t want anyone messing with it just like I don’t want anyone messing with mine.”
Buzbee said that without Solis, “the conduct experienced by these women would likely have continued unfettered.”
“The truth is, without her courage and willingness to come forward, the NFL wouldn’t currently be contemplating discipline; there would be no examination of how teams might knowingly or unknowingly enable certain behavior,” Buzbee said.
Cleveland, which has spent nearly two decades searching for a franchise quarterback, pursued and signed Watson despite his complex legal situation.
Owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam knew the Browns would face heavy criticism for the move, but they were comfortable with the decision after conducting their own investigation and meeting privately with Watson.
Now, the team is eager to know how long they might be without Watson. The Browns signed veteran backup Jacoby Brissett, who will move into the starting job if Watson is suspended.
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AP Sports Writer Tom Withers in Cleveland and AP Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi in Tampa, Florida, contributed to this report.
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Investors include Acequia Capital, Possible Ventures, E2MC, HCVC and Lockheed Martin Ventures
Deals Inked with Key Partners including OHB Hellas, Ananth Technologies, Phantom Space Corporation and Morpheus Space
LOS ALTOS, Calif., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Antaris, the software platform provider for space, announced the company has closed a $4.2 million seed round of funding led by Acequia Capital and Possible Ventures. The round also includes investment from leading space tech investors Lockheed Martin Ventures, HCVC, E2MC and Ananth Technologies.
"We created Antaris to make space easy," said Tom Barton, Co-Founder and CEO of Antaris. "Our platform dramatically simplifies the way satellites are designed, built and operated, and we're excited to accelerate our development efforts with this new funding round. For too long, the ability to deploy payloads into space has been hampered by extraordinarily high costs, supply chain constraints and lack of vendor interoperability. We intend to change all that."
Funding will primarily be used to onboard new talent and accelerate development of the Antaris Open Space platform, which includes modular satellite design tools, True Twin™ virtual satellites, integration with verified manufacturing partners and interfaces to a comprehensive suite of mission control solutions.
"Antaris is aiming to streamline how we build and manage satellites in low Earth orbit," said Chris Moran, vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin Ventures. "We invested in Antaris because we believe in their mission of bridging space and cloud technology, and simplifying operational management throughout a satellite's lifecycle."
Antaris is suited to a wide range of missions, including communications, imaging, climate study, military intelligence and academic research. The company has inked preliminary deals with key industry players including Ananth Technologies Limited, OHB Hellas, Phantom Space Corporation, Morpheus Space, ZES and Aphelion Aerospace. The first Antaris satellite, known as Janus I, is scheduled to launch in late Q3.
"The launch of Janus I in the coming months will be a key milestone for Antaris and our valued partners," said Karthik Govindhasamy, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Antaris. "We are fundamentally revolutionizing access to satellite technology, and it all revolves around our unique approach to the end-to-end software solution for all aspects of the satellite lifecycle."
Antaris founders previously served in key leadership roles at satellite disruptor Planet Labs and were part of the team that launched the largest commercial imaging constellation ever flown.
About Antaris
Antaris, the software platform provider for space, exists to make space easy. We dramatically simplify the design, simulation, manufacturing and operation of satellites, giving customers the flexibility and security to ensure mission success. Antaris brings New Space thinking to an Old Space world, solving the most pressing challenges for our industry to improve time-to-orbit and reduce cost. Learn more at www.antaris.space
About Lockheed Martin Ventures
Lockheed Martin Ventures makes strategic investments in companies that are developing cutting edge technologies in core businesses and new markets important to Lockheed Martin.
More than a source of capital, Lockheed Martin Ventures provides portfolio companies with access to our world-class engineering talent, state-of-the-art technologies, and research and access to the company's international business relationships and supply chain. Learn more at www.lockheedmartinventures.com
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Amidst the Great Resignation, frontline cybersecurity and DevOps defenders are spending four+ hours a day addressing security issues, yet find their jobs extremely important for their organization
AUSTIN, Texas, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As breaches continue to rise, cybersecurity and development professionals are feeling the pressure to maintain their organizations' security postures. Invicti Security™ today released research in its State of the DevSecOps Professional: At Work and off the Clock report unveiling how developers and security professionals are overworked and understaffed, yet prideful of their roles within their organizations.
Conducted in partnership with Wakefield Research, the report is based on a survey of 500 cybersecurity professionals and software developers with at least a Director title within their organization. Surveyed individuals came from U.S. companies with 2,000 or more employees.
The survey reveals that the Great Resignation and impending cyberattacks have created added stress on their jobs:
- DevSecOps professionals spend more than 4 hours each workday addressing security issues that never should have happened in the first place, with 41% of cybersecurity professionals spending 5+ hours addressing security issues compared to 32% of their developer counterparts.
- After the last vulnerability is discovered, 81% of professionals are likely to already feel anxious about the next.
- It's affecting personal lives too. Half of cybersecurity and development pros (50%) have had to log in over the weekend or on their own time, and 1 in 3 blew off a date or night out with friends. In fact, 41% of developers blew off a night out compared to 34% of their cybersecurity counterparts.
Despite this, the majority of professionals are proud of their careers, and they see their overall work making a positive impact. The findings show:
- Because of their work, 65% of cybersecurity and development professionals believe they've saved their companies $1M+ this year by preventing breaches.
- 94% agree that digital transformation and the move to a remote work model in recent years have made their role more valuable and rewarding.
- They believe they've chosen an attractive career path. Eighty-eight percent said they would be proud to put "cybersecurity expert" in an online dating profile.
- Working relationships are improving between security and development. 49% of respondents say they are "besties" with their counterparts, while 28% say they are "frenemies." That's up 14% from the Fall Edition of the Invicti AppSec Indicator.
"Moving to the cloud and the pressure to secure everything without slowing down business priorities has made cybersecurity and development professionals the unsung heroes of their organization," said Sonali Shah, Chief Product Officer at Invicti. "But with strapped teams, organizations are struggling to retain talent. That's why it's critical to prioritize technology that protects the organization while also enabling collaboration, automating manual tasks, and in turn, promoting overall well-being."
Click here to access the full blog post with all of the research.
About Invicti Security
Invicti Security is transforming the way web applications are secured. An AppSec leader for more than 15 years, Invicti enables organizations in every industry to continuously scan and secure all of their web applications and APIs at the speed of innovation. Invicti provides a comprehensive view of an organization's entire web application portfolio, and powerful automation and integrations enable customers to achieve broad coverage of even thousands of applications. Invicti is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and serves more than 3,500 organizations of all sizes all over the world. For more information, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.
About Wakefield Research
Wakefield Research is a leading, independent provider of quantitative, qualitative, and hybrid market research. Wakefield Research supports the world's most prominent brands and agencies, including 50 of the Fortune 100, in more than 90 countries. Our work regularly appears in top-tier media. More information is available at www.wakefieldresearch.com.
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WASHINGTON, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nation faces an ever-worsening child care crisis that has a crippling effect on the economy, the Early Care and Education Consortium (ECEC) applauds Congress for its continued focus on the issue. However, immediate additional funding for child care is a must-do priority before families are left without access to care that is essential to their participation in the workforce.
Access to child care is critical. It not only affects the families who rely on it to care for and educate their children, but also employers who rely on working parents each day to support their businesses. These investments are more important than ever given the severe workforce shortage facing our country, both in the child care sector and in the labor market more broadly. Without addressing the needs of the child care sector, we cannot address the needs of the economy as a whole. If providers do not have the educators and staff they need to keep classrooms open, they cannot fully serve the children of our nation's workforce. Furthermore, investments in child care not just address a current workforce need, but are also a down payment on our future success as a nation.
For years, both Democrats and Republicans have prioritized early care and education by making investments in the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG). During the pandemic, Congress allocated significant funding to the program in order to prevent the collapse of the already struggling child care industry through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act. Democrats built on these two bills by including $39 billion in funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). These funds have and continue to serve as a lifeline for the industry. ECEC, our educators and the families we serve are grateful that this funding has enabled children and families to retain access to high-quality care and education.
However, the Covid-19 stabilization funding is time-limited and will soon run out. The stabilization dollars are set to expire in September 2023, with temporary CCDBG funding expiring in 2024. Without additional funding, the child care industry and the families it serves will suffer. Families will face a dramatic decrease in child care options—particularly in those communities already facing a shortage. Families' inability to access child care will exacerbate employee absence, turnover, reduction of hours, postponement of education or training and working parents leaving the workforce.
Without sustained robust investment in CCDBG, child care providers will also be forced to increase tuition to continue the necessary significant investments in the workforce facilitated, in part, by the relief dollars. These investments include providing permanent wage increases rather than one-time bonus payments to ensure sustainable increases in salary and professional development support. Furthermore, states may also be forced to roll back expanded eligibility, which will leave many low-income families without access to high-quality care. Without long-term federal investments, the longstanding systemic instability of the industry will continue to plague our country long after the pandemic has ended, and the existing challenges will only be exacerbated.
Over the past several months, members of Congress have taken steps to provide long-term investments to the child care industry. ECEC thanks Sens. Patty Murray (D-WA) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) for their leadership and work to secure long-term funding through budget reconciliation. We believe budget reconciliation is the most immediate way to rebuild the child care industry. A recent plan released by both senators rightly prioritizes a $72 billion investment in CCDBG and a $12 billion investment in the Head Start workforce over six years—two critical elements of improving state child care infrastructures.
ECEC also thanks Sens. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Tim Scott (R-SC) for their leadership in introducing the CCDBG Reauthorization Act of 2022.
Additionally, Republicans and Democrats have both recently called for increased funding for CCDBG. Sens. Burr, Susan Collins (R-ME), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), John Cornyn (R-TX) and Todd Young (R-IN) proposed doubling CCDBG over five years, while Reps. Rodney Davis (R-IL) and Maria Salazar (R-FL), along with 16 other House Republicans, called for robust funding for the program. On the Democratic side, Sens. Bob Casey (D-PA), Tina Smith (D-MN) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI), joined by 41 other Senate Democrats, and Reps. Katherine Clark (D-MA), Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA), Donald Norcross (D-NJ), Jamaal Bowman (D-NY), Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) and Norma Torres (D-CA), joined by 126 other House Democrats, proposed doubling CCDBG next year with an additional $6.2 billion for FY 2023.
Child care investments through reconciliation and appropriations are not mutually exclusive—funding in child care can and should be made immediately through budget reconciliation, and sustained through annual appropriations, with necessary policy reforms to the CCDBG program through a reauthorization bill. In order to address the urgent needs of the industry, we must utilize all available avenues. The child care industry, which has historically been chronically underfunded, needs and deserves robust funding for the sake of our families, educators and economy.
ABOUT THE EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION CONSORTIUM
The Early Care and Education Consortium is a non-profit alliance of the leading multi-state/multi-site child care providers, key state child care associations, and premier educational service providers, representing over 7,100 programs in 48 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and select international locations. Our members serve as the unified collective voice for providers of high-quality programs and services that support families and children from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We are advocates for strong federal and state policies that bring quality to scale. Learn more at https://www.ececonsortium.org/.
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CHICAGO, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, is mobilizing its membership to address the nation's hunger, nutrition and health crises at the historic September 28 White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health.
"As the acknowledged authorities on nutrition and health, the Academy and our members are uniquely qualified to assist in achieving the White House Conference's goals of reducing hunger and increasing healthful eating and physical activity by 2030," said registered dietitian nutritionist and Academy President Ellen R. Shanley.
The Academy has urged the White House to acknowledge the fundamental importance of nutrition by committing to actively pursue, implement and fund policies and programs addressing all social determinants of health – from health care access and quality to education opportunities and from economic stability to the neighborhood and built environment.
"Academy members have extensive formal education and training, which enables registered dietitian nutritionists to play a vital role in shaping the public's food choices and improving people's nutritional status to prevent and treat chronic disease," Shanley said.
Input from members formulated the Academy's specific recommendations for the conference:
- Government and non-government entities should fully leverage the training and skills of nutrition and dietetics practitioners in all clinical and community settings.
- Ensure all Americans have access to quality nutrition care services.
- Invest in prevention and redesign the food and nutrition experience where Americans go to school, work and play.
- Fully fund the Dietary Guidelines for Americans process; fund research necessary to inform its recommendations; and provide translation of data and implementation strategies necessary to reach all Americans.
- Support efforts to strengthen and expand federal nutrition programs.
"The Academy's recommendations for the White House Conference align with our vision of a world where all people thrive through the transformative power of food and nutrition," Shanley said.
On September 29, the day after the conference, Shanley will lead Academy members in a virtual town hall discussion about the conference's outcomes and next steps.
Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The Academy is committed to improving health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy. Visit the Academy at www.eatright.org.
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Leaders from the Permanente Medical Groups to Discuss the Health Care Industry's Shift to Value-based Care, Strategies to Reduce Readmissions and Improve Outcomes, Innovative Technologies, and Prioritizing Equity, Inclusion and Diversity from May 22 to 25 in Baltimore
OAKLAND, Calif., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Permanente Federation today announced that several physician leaders from Kaiser Permanente have been selected to share their expertise on a range of hot topics influencing health care strategy, policy and operations at thINc360 – The Healthcare Innovation Congress, to be held May 22 to 25, 2022 at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor in Baltimore.
Permanente physician leaders are slated to join thINc360 panels that focus on the health care industry's shift to value-based care; strategies to reduce readmissions and improve outcomes; innovative technologies; and efforts to prioritize equity, inclusion, and diversity. The congress convenes leaders and decision makers from across the health care ecosystem — health plans, providers, employers, and organizations involved in life sciences, policy development, and other think tanks.
Participating Kaiser Permanente panelists include:
- Leong Koh, MD, president and chief executive officer, Northwest Permanente, P.C., will join a keynote panel, "Redefine Care Delivery and Accelerate the Move to Value-based Care," on Monday, May 23, 8:05 to 8:50 a.m. EDT
- Vivian Reyes, MD, national leader, Kaiser Permanente Advanced Care at Home program, and regional medical director of hospital operations, The Permanente Medical Group, will participate in the panel, "Care Coordination During Covid Times and Beyond: Strategies to Reduce Hospital Readmissions and Improve Outcomes," on Monday, May 23, 11:25 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. EDT
- Nancy Gin, MD, executive vice president, quality, and chief quality officer, The Permanente Federation, and regional medical director of quality and clinical analysis, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, to join a keynote panel, "Prioritizing DE&I: Act Now," on Tuesday, May 24, 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. EDT
- Edward R. Lee, MD, executive vice president, information technology and chief information officer, The Permanente Federation, and associate executive director, The Permanente Medical Group, to present on the panel, "Digital Innovation to Reimagine the Consumer Experience and Deliver Care at the Right Place and Time," on Wednesday, May 25, 8:50 a.m. - 9:40 a.m. EDT
Follow the conversation on social media with hashtag #thINc360
To learn more about the thINc360 agenda and speakers, visit https://thinc360.com/2022event/#
To learn more about Permanente Medicine, visit https://permanente.org/.
The Permanente Medical Groups are self-governed, physician-led, prepaid, multispecialty medical groups composed of more than 23,000 physicians. We are dedicated to the mission of improving the health of our patients and communities. Together with the Kaiser Foundation Health Plans and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, we are Kaiser Permanente — an award-winning health care system that delivers Permanente Medicine to more than 12.5 million Kaiser Permanente members. We work collaboratively, enabled of state-of-the-art facilities and technology, to provide world-class preventive and complex care centered in eight states — from Hawaii to Maryland — and the District of Columbia.
The Permanente Federation LLC is the national leadership and consulting organization for the eight Permanente Medical Groups, which, together with the Kaiser Foundation Health Plans and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, comprise Kaiser Permanente. The Federation works on behalf of the Permanente Medical Groups to optimize care delivery and spread Permanente Medicine — medicine that is person- and family-centered, compassionate, evidence-based, technology-enabled, culturally responsive, team-delivered, and physician-led. The Federation, based in Oakland, California, fosters an open learning environment and accelerates research, innovation, and performance improvements across the Permanente Medical Groups to expand the reach of Kaiser Permanente's integrated care delivery model and to lead the nation in transforming health care delivery.
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Salman Rushdie attacker ‘surprised’ the author survived
Published: Aug. 17, 2022 at 6:44 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
MAYVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — The man charged with stabbing Salman Rushdie on a lecture stage in western New York said in an interview that he was surprised to learn the author had survived.
Speaking to the New York Post from jail, Hadi Matar said he decided to see Rushdie at the Chautauqua Institution after he saw a tweet last winter about the writer’s planned appearance.
Matar wouldn’t say whether he was following a 1989 edict issued by the late Iranian leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini that called for Rushdie’s death after he published his novel “The Satanic Verses.”
Rushdie suffered wounds to his neck, liver, eye and an arm in the attack.
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BEIJING, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) ("China Liberal," the "Company," or "we"), a China-based company that provides smart campus solutions and other educational services, today announced that the Company received a written notification (the "Notification Letter") from the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") on July 15, 2022, notifying the Company that it is not in compliance with the minimum bid price requirement set forth in the Nasdaq Listing Rules for continued listing on the Nasdaq.
Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) requires listed securities to maintain a minimum bid price of US$1.00 per share, and Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(c)(3)(A) provides that a failure to meet the minimum bid price requirement exists if the deficiency continues for a period of 30 consecutive business days. Based on the closing bid price of the Company's ordinary shares for the 30 consecutive business days from June 1, 2022 to July 14, 2022, the Company no longer meets the minimum bid price requirement.
The Notification Letter does not impact the Company's listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market at this time. In accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(c)(3)(A), the Company has been provided 180 calendar days, or until January 11, 2023, to regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2). To regain compliance, the Company's ordinary shares must have a closing bid price of at least US$1.00 for a minimum of 10 consecutive business days. In the event the Company does not regain compliance by January 11, 2023, the Company may be eligible for additional time to regain compliance or may face delisting.
The Company's business operations are not affected by the receipt of the Notification Letter. The Company intends to monitor the closing bid price of its ordinary shares and may, if appropriate, consider implementing available options, including, but not limited to, implementing a reverse share split of its outstanding ordinary shares, to regain compliance with the minimum bid price requirement under the Nasdaq Listing Rules.
About China Liberal Education Holdings Limited
China Liberal, headquartered in Beijing, is an educational service provider in China. It provides a wide range of services, including those under sino-foreign jointly managed academic programs; overseas study consulting services; technological consulting services for Chinese universities to improve their campus information and data management system and to optimize their teaching, operating and management environment, creating a "smart campus"; and tailored job readiness training to graduating students. For more information, please visit the Company's website at ir.chinaliberal.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This document contains forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's expectations and projections about future events, which the Company derives from the information currently available to the Company. Such forward-looking statements relate to future events or our future performance, including: our ability to successfully integrate the newly acquired business; our financial performance and projections; our growth in revenue and earnings; and our business prospects and opportunities. You can identify forward-looking statements by those that are not historical in nature, particularly those that use terminology such as "may," "should," "expects," "anticipates," "contemplates," "estimates," "believes," "plans," "projected," "predicts," "potential," or "hopes" or the negative of these or similar terms. In evaluating these forward-looking statements, you should consider various factors, including: our ability to change the direction of the Company; our ability to keep pace with new technology and changing market needs; and the competitive environment of our business. These and other factors may cause our actual results to differ materially from any forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are only predictions. The forward-looking events discussed in this press release and other statements made from time to time by us or our representatives, may not occur, and actual events and results may differ materially and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review risk factors that may affect its future results in the Company's registration statement and in its other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
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China Liberal Education Holdings Limited
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NEW YORK, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Teladoc Health, Inc. (NYSE: TDOC) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
Class Period: October 28, 2021 to April 27, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 5, 2022
No obligation or cost to you.
Learn more about your recoverable losses in TDOC:
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Teladoc Health, Inc. NEWS - TDOC NEWS
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Teladoc Health, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) increased competition, among other factors, was negatively impacting Teladoc's BetterHelp and chronic care businesses; (ii) accordingly, the growth of those businesses was less sustainable than Defendants had led investors to believe; (iii) as a result, Teladoc's revenue and adjusted EBITDA projections for FY 2022 were unrealistic; (iv) as a result of all the foregoing, Teladoc would be forced to recognize a significant non-cash goodwill impairment charge; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Teladoc you have until August 5, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Teladoc securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the TDOC lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/teladoc-health-inc-loss-submission-form-2?id=29698&from=4.
ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
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NEW YORK, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws.
This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Wells Fargo common stock between February 24, 2021 and June 9, 2022.
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 29, 2022
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Wells Fargo & Company NEWS - WFC NEWS
CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Wells Fargo & Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Wells Fargo had misrepresented its commitment to diversity in the Company's workplace; (ii) Wells Fargo conducted fake job interviews in order to meet its Diverse Search Requirement; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected Wells Fargo to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement action, including criminal charges; (iv) all of the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to negatively impact Wells Fargo's reputation; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Wells Fargo you have until August 29, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Wells Fargo securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the WFC lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/wells-fargo-wfc-lawsuit-loss-submission-form?id=29477&from=4.
J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
J. Klein, Esq.
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New York, NY 10118
jk@kleinstocklaw.com
Telephone: (212) 616-4899
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Optoma booth highlights new ZU920T series, device management solution and more
LAS VEGAS , June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Optoma, a world-leading manufacturer of large display products, elevates its InfoComm 2022 presence with an array of products that showcase the company's leadership in developing innovative professional display solutions and projection products. As the 1 DLP® brand worldwide and in the Americas, and the #1 4K UHD projection brand worldwide,* Optoma continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing the most effective, innovative solutions to push the boundaries of display technology and meet the ever-evolving needs of the ProAV market.
Ranging from interactive flat panel displays and laser projectors to display management solutions, Optoma is displaying its products at its booth, #N2644.
"We're thrilled to be back at InfoComm, reconnecting with partners and media alike to showcase Optoma's wide array of display solutions for the professional installation market," said Maria Repole, Head of Marketing Communications. "As a market leader in DLP and 4K UHD to our award-winning and high brightness laser projectors, we are consistently listening to customers to enhance our solutions and address their distinct ProAV needs."
Optoma ZU920T and ZU920TST WUXGA Laser Projectors
Building on the success of the Optoma ZU720T series, the Optoma ZU920T series brings even higher brightness, dependability, and cutting-image technology to the professional installation market. At 9,800 lumens and featuring a fixed, telecentric lens design, the Optoma ZU920T and ZU920TST addresses the demand for higher brightness products that do not require interchangeable lenses, simplifying installations and enhancing visuals with the same flexibility of interchangeable lens solutions for standard and short throw projection at affordable price-points.
From digital signage, edge-blending, projection mapping, and simulation, to immersive installations, the Optoma ZU920T series produces lifelike visuals with rich detail and bright colors, while offering an impressive 0.65:1 short throw ratio alternative to accommodate a variety of end-user scenarios. With continuous 24-hour operation and featuring built-in edge-blending, warping and four-corner correction, as well as 360-degree and portrait installation modes, the ZU920T and ZU920TST provide superior versatility to accommodate even the most complex installations. The ZU920TST was awarded Best of Show at InfoComm 2022 by Projector Central.
Additionally, Optoma provides design and technical support through its ProDesign technical consultancy services, giving partners access to Optoma's dedicated sales and technical teams to help support their commercial display projects from start to finish. With this professional service, Optoma's in-house experts and engineers can help AV partners select the right ProScene projectors to achieve their installation goals, as well as connect them to leading integrators, provide design and technical advice, and remote and on-site support. To learn more, visit: https://www.optomausa.com/service-and-support/professional
Optoma is also unveiling its cloud version of Optoma Management Suite (OMS)™, an intuitive display management solution, powered by Microsoft Azure, to streamline operations by monitoring, diagnosing, and controlling audio visual displays worldwide via a single platform. Compatible with other displays that are connected via PJLink, OMS enables easy integration into existing display fleets while offering differing levels of access and control for users, ensuring devices are securely managed. With an easy-to-use interface and 24/7, real-time monitoring, OMS enables users to check the status of display devices and make configurations to optimize performance. IT administrators and technicians can easily dispatch and broadcast emergency messages, alerts, and announcements across any display worldwide. Additionally, users can also remotely program and schedule devices for usage only during primary operating hours, as well as implement immediate shutdown for emergencies, reducing energy consumption, and lowering operating costs.
In addition to its newest products and solutions, Optoma is also showing its Creative Touch 5-Series Interactive Flat Panels (IFPs), which offer stunning 4K UHD resolution, multiple easy-to-use annotation tools and extensive connectivity features for enhanced learning, sharing and collaboration in classrooms, lecture halls, boardrooms, and other professional environments. Available in 65", 75", and 86" formats, the 5-Series Interactive Flat Panels are compatible with all major platforms, software, and peripheral hardware. With up to 20-point multi-touch capabilities and lightning-fast response times, as well as a quick-draw pen that instantly activates the whiteboard application, Optoma's 5-Series IFPs bring collaborative thinking and idea-sharing to life.
The Ultra Bright Series projectors are Optoma's highest brightness professional laser projectors to-date, filling a need for high-end installations, including the entertainment, exhibition, and digital signage markets. At 17,000, 19,000 and 22,000 lumens respectively, the Optoma Ultra Bright Series ZU1700, ZU1900, and ZU2200 projectors establish an incredibly high brightness benchmark to the category, as well as extreme flexibility with eight interchangeable lenses to meet the needs of even the most complex installations.
The Optoma Ultra Bright Series ZU2200 has won several industry awards, including Best of Show at InfoComm 2021 by ProjectorCentral, Best in Market from Digital Signage Magazine and AV Technology's InfoComm Best in Market 2021 Awards, and a 2022 Innovative Product Award from Sound and Video Contractor.
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Optoma combines cutting-edge technology and innovation to deliver remarkable visual display products designed to connect audiences with engaging video experiences. From the company's ProScene projectors and Creative Touch interactive flat panel displays, to LED displays, Optoma's suite of products can meet the demands of nearly any professional environment, including conference rooms and classrooms, digital signage, corporate, houses of worship, retail, simulation environments and control rooms. Optoma Technology is the U.S. headquarters for The Optoma Group, with continental headquarters also in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit optoma.com.
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Produce will be available at local King Soopers stores beginning today
ORLANDO, Fla., May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kalera, one of the world's leading hydroponic indoor vertical farming companies, is celebrating its first harvest of lettuce and microgreens at its new, Aurora, Colorado-based farm located at 18000 E 40th Avenue. The nearly 90,000-square-foot facility will provide Coloradans with 15 million heads of locally grown, nutrient dense greens every year.
Beginning today, Kalera produce will be available in 200 King Soopers stores located throughout the Denver metropolitan area.
"We are excited about the early performance of Kalera's 'Mile High' vertical farm and offering the Colorado market clean, nutritious and locally-grown greens," said Curtis McWilliams, interim CEO of Kalera. "We look forward to extending our footprint beyond the inner mountain west and are eager to see the positive changes the farm will bring to the region's agricultural and economic environment."
Using climate-controlled environments and sustainable farming methods such as water recycling and plant nutrient formula optimization, Kalera farms grow ultra-clean, non-GMO, nutrient-dense greens without the use of harmful sprays or chemicals.
"Colorado residents share key values with Kalera, sustainability and nutrition being at the forefront, making our Denver farm an ideal addition to the region," said McWilliams. "We are eager to see our lettuce and microgreen varieties on shelves and look forward to the relationships we will create with local businesses."
The farm will provide locally grown greens and microgreens to Colorado residents year-round in a region that has a traditionally short growing season. Kalera growing cycle is about 4 weeks for lettuce providing 13 growing seasons a year.
"Kalera operates locally, making it an accessible brand that allures a varied consumer base," said McWilliams. "Urban communities across the globe are in dire need of clean, locally-grown produce that does not deplete precious resources, and Kalera offers just that."
Kalera currently operates farms in Orlando, Atlanta, Houston, Denver, Munich and Kuwait with five farms under construction in Seattle; Columbus, Ohio; Honolulu; St. Paul, Minnesota; and Singapore.
Media are invited to attend a special preview of the facility on May 12th. And in June, Kalera will celebrate a grand opening inviting guests to experience a guided facility tour, ribbon cutting ceremony, and culinary experience featuring Kalera produce. Formal invitation with more details to follow.
For more information on Kalera, visit kalera.com.
About Kalera:
Kalera is a vertical farming company headquartered in Orlando, Florida. Kalera uses technology to ensure that more people around the world have access to the freshest, most nutritious, and cleanest products available. It has spent several years optimizing plant nutrient formulas and developing an advanced automation and data acquisition system with Internet of Things, cloud, big data analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities. Kalera currently operates farms in the US (Orlando, Atlanta, Houston and Denver) as well as in Munich and Kuwait. Additional farms are in development. More information is available at www.kalera.com.
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Woman dies after falling from escalator at Kenny Chesney concert, police say
Published: Aug. 1, 2022 at 9:27 AM EDT|Updated: 29 minutes ago
DENVER (KKTV/Gray News) – A woman fell to her death from an escalator at the Broncos stadium in Colorado Saturday night, officials said.
According to Denver police, the death at Empower Field at Mile High is being investigated as accidental.
Police said the woman was sitting on an escalator railing, fell to the ground below and died from her injuries.
The woman fell during Kenny Chesney’s concert. Police have not clarified if she was a fan attending the show or a stadium employee.
Further details have not yet been released.
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NEW YORK (AP) — A member of “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” pleaded guilty Monday to a fraud conspiracy charge that could result in a prison sentence of over 11 years.
Jennifer Shah, 48, of Park City, Utah, entered the plea to a single count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud in Manhattan federal court after signing a plea agreement with prosecutors a day earlier that carries a recommended sentencing range of 11 to 14 years behind bars.
She told a judge that beginning in 2012, she participated in a massive telemarketing fraud for nearly a decade that prosecutors say cheated thousands of people nationwide, including some over age 55.
She said she knew that she was teaming up with others to market products to people “that had little or no value.”
“I knew this was wrong and that many people were harmed and I’m so sorry,” Shah told Judge Sidney H. Stein.
Sentencing was set for Nov. 28. Shah remained free on bail but did not speak as she left the courthouse and walked a short distance to a waiting vehicle.
In a statement afterward, U.S. Attorney Damian Williams called Shah a “key participant in a nationwide scheme that targeted elderly, vulnerable victims.”
He added: “These victims were sold false promises of financial security but instead Shah and her co-conspirators defrauded them out of their savings and left them with nothing to show for it.”
Assistant U.S. Attorney Kiersten Ann Fletcher said Shah acted as a “lead broker,” directing what sales workers said to their victims and sharing in illegal profits, using some of the money to pay for the New York City apartment where she lived and for other personal items.
As part of her plea agreement, Shah agreed to forfeit $6.5 million and to pay $9.5 million in restitution.
Fletcher said Shah engaged in a fraud from 2012 to March 2021 that sold bogus services that were promoted as capable of enabling people to make substantial amounts of money through online businesses.
Prosecutors said Shah and others delivered lists of people to purchasers of the “Business Opportunity Scheme” that actually consisted of others who had previously paid to create their own online businesses.
They said she lied about how much individuals could earn after buying the businesses services and the purported success of others who had bought the services.
Shah began operating a Manhattan-based sales floor that sold the fraudulent products, Fletcher said.
From 2018 to 2020, Shah controlled the day-to-day operations of the Manhattan operation and moved some of its operations to Kosovo to dodge law enforcement and regulatory scrutiny, the prosecutor said.
Prosecutors said Shah took various steps to hide her role in the fraud, including by incorporating her business entities using third parties’ names, instructing others to do the same and directing others to use encrypted messaging applications to communicate with each other. They said she also made numerous cash withdrawals structured to avoid currency transaction reporting requirements.
Fletcher said Shah told one co-conspirator to lie under oath when questioned by the Federal Trade Commission and provided him with written talking points to follow during the deposition.
She added that tax returns showed Shah had underreported her proceeds from the fraud by hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Shah also acknowledged during her plea that she had undergone treatment two years ago for alcohol and depression.
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- Parker is One of the First African Americans to Be Named CEO of a Major OEM Regional Market
- Hyundai Achieved Significant Sales and Market Share Gains Under Parker's Tenure as Senior Vice President of National Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor North America has promoted Randy Parker to be chief executive officer of Hyundai Motor America effective August 1. In this role, Parker assumes responsibility for Hyundai's commercial automotive operations in the United States. He will report to José Muñoz, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor North America.
"Randy is the perfect person to continue Hyundai's recent successes in sales, market share, and growth in the U.S.," said Muñoz. "I have no doubt that he will continue to strengthen the full Hyundai team and our dealer network."
"Hyundai has an incredible team assembled by José and our Korean leadership," Parker said. "I am humbled and honored by the opportunity to lead this organization and continuing the success of the past few years."
Parker is one of the first African Americans to be named CEO of a major OEM regional market, and he will lead the most diverse C-suite in the automotive industry. In May 2019, Parker was named vice president of national sales at Hyundai Motor America and was promoted to senior vice president in February 2021. During his tenure, Hyundai became one of the fastest growing mainstream brands in the United States, setting an all-time retail sales record in 2021 and growing retail market share 31% since 2020.
Prior to joining Hyundai, Parker was the vice president of Infiniti North America, where he led the brand's overall performance in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. He has had more than three decades of automotive industry experience and leadership roles at General Motors (GM), GM Acceptance Corporation (GMAC), Nissan, and Infiniti. At Nissan, he served as division vice president, Global Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) sales and marketing where he was responsible for the automaker's LCV business unit based in Yokohama, Japan. Parker also served as the regional vice president of Nissan USA's western region.
Parker holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Christian University. He also completed Executive Management Programs at Harvard and Penn State. In 2021, Parker was named to the Automotive News All-Star list and was also recognized by the Automotive Hall of Fame in 2022 in their prestigious list of industry influencers.
Parker was born in Nuremburg, Germany, but considers himself a native of Texas. He gives much of the credit for his success to the examples of tough, compassionate, and ethical decision making provided by his parents.
"I was raised in a military family that valued hard work, servant leadership, and esprit de corps," Parker said. "I am a firm believer in the maxim, 'If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.' I have no doubt that the Hyundai team can go farther than anyone ever imagined possible."
Bob Kim, the general manager for the southern region, has been promoted to vice president of national sales and will report to Parker. Additionally, David VandeLinde has been promoted to vice president, after-sales and will also report to Parker.
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A woman allegedly fired several gunshots into the air at Dallas Love Field Airport in Texas on Monday before police shot her and took her into custody, Dallas Police said.
The incident began at about 11 a.m. when a 37-year-old woman arrived at the airport and went inside near the ticket counters, Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia said. She went to the bathroom and then exited wearing a hoodie, pulled out a handgun and began shooting, apparently aiming at the ceiling, he said.
An officer on scene shot her in a lower extremity and she was taken into custody and is in the hospital. No one else was injured, Garcia said.
Police identified the suspect as Portia Odufuwa in a statement. CNN has been unable to determine if Odufuwa has retained an attorney at this time.
The incident sparked chaos as people fled. Michael Loewinsohn had just arrived at the airport on a flight from Denver and was walking toward baggage claim when the chaos erupted.
"I saw a massive amount of people running up from security checkpoint and people yelling 'shooter,'" Loewinsohn told CNN in a Twitter Direct Message. "TSA employees rushed us out of a side door and just started sprinting away from the building."
Loewinsohn took video showing a number of people sitting on the ground between the building and the tarmac. "We're just told there was a shooter and we are going to need to stay outside for a bit," Loewinsohn said.
Johnny Mojica told CNN he was waiting for a flight at Gate 12 when he saw people running.
"A group of people were running and shouting 'run,' and those who were sitting down (including me) took cover near the end of our seats," he told CNN.
He said that "everything is calm and safe inside the airport." Mojica said he was now waiting to board a Southwest flight to San Antonio, Texas. He said airport officials were making announcements to help people recover items that were lost in the commotion. People around him were shaken up but safe, he said.
The Federal Aviation Administration put a ground stop in place at the airport due to security concerns. Operations remain suspended on Monday afternoon and will resume once Dallas Police concludes its investigation, the airport said on Twitter.
Airport security checkpoint operations have since resumed, according to the Transportation Security Administration.
Dallas Love Field Airport is located about six miles northwest of downtown Dallas and primarily serves Southwest Airlines, its website states.
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STOCKHOLM, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- During July, Calliditas Therapeutics AB (publ) has issued 51,399 ordinary shares as part of the company's long-term incentive program for certain members of the board of directors issued in 2019, Board LTIP 2019, and converted 5,908,018 class C-shares to 5,908,018 ordinary shares as part of the establishment of the company's at-the-market program. Thus, as of July 29, 2022, the number of shares and votes in the company amounts to 59,157,587 shares and 59,157,587 votes.
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Mikael Widell, Investor relations
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The information in the press release is such that Calliditas Therapeutics AB (publ) is required to disclose pursuant to the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out above, at 12:00 CEST on July 29, 2022.
About Calliditas
Calliditas Therapeutics is a commercial stage biopharma company based in Stockholm, Sweden focused on identifying, developing and commercializing novel treatments in orphan indications, with an initial focus on renal and hepatic diseases with significant unmet medical needs.
Calliditas' lead product, developed under the name Nefecon, has been granted accelerated approval by the FDA under the trade name TARPEYO™ and conditional marketing authorization by the European Commission under the trade name KINPEYGO®. Additionally, Calliditas is conducting a Phase 2b/3 clinical trial in primary biliary cholangitis and a Phase 2 proof-of-concept trial in head and neck cancer with its NOX inhibitor product candidate, setanaxib. Calliditas' common shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (ticker: CALTX) and its American Depositary Shares are listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (ticker: CALT).
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Seasoned executive Katie Taylor joins Board of parent company of North America's largest privately owned homebuilder
TORONTO, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Mattamy Asset Management, a diversified asset management firm and parent company of Mattamy Homes, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathleen (Katie) Taylor to its Board of Directors. Ms. Taylor is an experienced executive, corporate director and board chair for companies in both the public and private sectors, with deep experience in international business, corporate strategy, customer experience, risk management and corporate governance.
"We're thrilled that Katie has joined Mattamy's already highly experienced Board of Directors and look forward to benefiting from her advice on a range of strategic and business issues," says Peter Gilgan, Chairman & CEO of Mattamy Asset Management and Founder of Mattamy Homes. "Her diversity of knowledge, skills and experience will be invaluable on our Board as we continue to evolve and grow our organization."
Ms. Taylor is Chair of the Board of the Royal Bank of Canada, Vice-Chair of the Adecco Group and a director of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Air Canada. She serves as Chair of Altas Partners, a private equity investment firm. Ms. Taylor is also Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Hospital for Sick Children. Ms. Taylor is the former President and Chief Executive Officer of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. During her 24-year career, she held a number of senior leadership roles and was instrumental in building the firm's global brand and its international portfolio of luxury properties.
Ms. Taylor is a member of the C.D. Howe Institute's National Council, Chair of their Human Capital Policy Council and a member of the Task Force on the Digital Economy. She serves on the Dean's Advisory Council of the Schulich School of Business and on the Principal's International Advisory Board at McGill University.
Her many accolades for business achievement include the Schulich School of Business Award for Outstanding Executive Leadership and the inaugural Medal for Career Achievement from the Hennick Centre for Business and Law at York University. She has been inducted into the Canadian Marketing Hall of Legends and was named to Canada's Most Powerful Women Hall of Fame by the Women's Executive Network (WXN) after being honoured by WXN in 2011, 2014, 2016 and 2017. In 2016, Ms. Taylor received the Governance Professionals of Canada Peter Dey Governance Achievement Award and was made a Member of the Order of Canada. Report on Business magazine named Ms. Taylor among the 50 most powerful people in Canadian Business in 2017.
Ms. Taylor holds an M.B.A. from the Schulich School of Business, a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Toronto. She has also received an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from the University of Toronto, McGill University, York University and Trent University; an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Mount Saint Vincent University; and an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity from Huron University College.
Privately owned Mattamy chose to establish an external Board of Directors of knowledgeable advisors in 2010 as a governance best practice. In addition to Ms. Taylor, the other external members of Mattamy's Board also have significant experience and expertise:
- Carol Stephenson, a highly respected CEO over a 40-year career, former Dean of the Ivey Business School at Western University as well as President and CEO of both Stentor Resource Centre and Lucent Technologies Canada, now a Corporate Director serving on the Boards of several leading companies including General Motors, Maple Leaf Foods and Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers.
- David Williams, a veteran executive with 35+ years of experience in the food and drug industry, former Executive Chair of Shoppers Drug Mart and CFO/President with Loblaw Companies, and the former board chair with Jamieson Wellness and Toronto Hydro and a former board member with PC Financial Bank and Mitel Networks.
- Larry Nicholson, currently Executive Chairman of Mattamy Homes, former President and CEO of CalAtlantic Group, the fifth largest homebuilder in the U.S., as well as President and CEO with The Ryland Group.
- Luke Gilgan, former educator, currently serving as board member with The Peter Gilgan Foundation, as well as director of programs at the Gilgan Family Office.
- Tim Hockey, former President and CEO of TD Ameritrade, former Group Head, Canadian Banking and Wealth Management at TD Bank Group, and President and CEO of TD Canada Trust, as well as a board member of Maple Leaf Foods and Chair of the Board of the CivicAction Leadership Foundation.
Mattamy Asset Management is an asset manager focused on building a diversified portfolio of investments across geographies, asset classes and the spectrum of risk and return. Mattamy Asset Management is the parent company of Mattamy Homes Canada and Mattamy Homes U.S., which together comprise the largest privately held homebuilding platform in North America. Mattamy Asset Management is committed to achieving the best-possible long-term risk-adjusted returns for its clients and functioning as a socially responsible corporate citizen.
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The American Heart Association presented Highland Hospital with Get With The Guidelines and Mission: Lifeline awards for proven dedication to best practices and life-saving care.
ALAMEDA, Calif., June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alameda Health System's Highland Hospital has received two American Heart Association achievement awards for delivering the latest, research-based treatments of heart disease and stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions to the hospital.
Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke or heart attack, and heart disease and stroke are the number-one and number-five causes of death in the United States, respectively. Studies show patients can recover better when providers consistently follow treatment guidelines.
Get With The Guidelines and Mission: Lifeline are programs that put the expertise of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure patient care is aligned with the latest evidence and research-based guidelines. As a participant in both programs, Highland Hospital qualified for the Get With The Guidelines and Mission: Lifeline awards by demonstrating how their organization has committed to improving quality care.
"Highland Hospital is exemplary at adhering to the latest treatment guidelines and implementing smooth processes to ensure timely and proper care for heart attacks and strokes," said Felicia Tornabene, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of Alameda Health System. "The Mission: Lifeline and Get With The Guidelines programs make it easier for our team to use knowledge and evidence-based practices every day, which helps us save lives in the East Bay."
This year, Highland Hospital received these achievement awards:
o Mission:Lifeline STEMI Receiving Gold Plus
o Mission:Lifeline NSTEMI Gold
"We are pleased to recognize Highland Hospital for its commitment to caring for those in their community who need cardiovascular care," said John Warner, M.D., FAHA, past president of the American Heart Association and executive vice president for health system affairs at UT Southwestern Medical Center, in Dallas. "Hospitals that follow the American Heart Association's quality improvement protocols often see improved patient outcomes, fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates – a win for health care systems, families and communities."
ALAMEDA HEALTH SYSTEM (AHS) is a leading public health care provider dedicated to caring, healing, teaching and serving all. AHS is a haven for the most vulnerable among us and an advocate for equitable, compassionate and culturally sensitive care regardless of social and financial barriers. AHS is a vanguard of medical excellence, with a teaching hospital that draws the nation's best medical students. As one of Alameda County's 15 largest employers, AHS is a major economic power providing more than 5,100 jobs and contributing nearly $560 million annually in salaries, wages and benefits. AHS is also home to more than 1,100 physicians across the nine facilities within the health system. Since 1864, AHS has served the East Bay's health care needs. For more information, visit AlamedaHealthSystem.org.
The American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline program helps hospitals and emergency medical services develop systems of care that follow proven standards and procedures for STEMI patients. The program works by mobilizing teams across the continuum of care to implement American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology Foundation clinical treatment guidelines. For more information, visit heart.org.
Get With The Guidelines® is the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's hospital-based quality improvement program that provides hospitals with the latest research-based guidelines. Developed with the goal of saving lives and hastening recovery, Get With The Guidelines has touched the lives of more than 12 million patients since 2001. For more information, visit heart.org.
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Eleanor Ajala
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Alameda Health System
(510) 421-9222
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The Lead: ' Motown With a Twist’ heads to the Van Wezel
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - This week on ABC7′s Podcast ‘The Lead,’ ABC7 got to sit down and speak with Anna Trebunskaya who many fans will know as one of the professional dancers from ABC’s hit show “Dancing With the Stars.”
After the coronavirus put a damper on a lot of tours, Anna says she is just excited to be back out in front of an audience once more.
“I am excited to be back performing,” Terbunskaya said with a smile.
She is looking forward to making a connection with her costars.
The show will feature some of Motown’s most famous hit songs and will feature celebrity pros Keo Motsepe and Anna Trebunskaya from Dancing with the Stars. Other featured performers will include finalists from So You Think You Can Dance, as well as vocals by finalists from American Idol, The Voice and America’s Got Talent.
Motown with a Twist, a new take on classic Motown, comes to the Van Wezel on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 8 p.m.
Tickets are $32-$77 and can be purchased at www.VanWezel.org, by calling the box office at 941-263-6799 or by visiting the box office Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups of 10 or more should contact 941-263-6726. Pre-show dining is available through Mattison’s at the Van Wezel which is located inside the theatre. Reservations can be made on VanWezel.org or through the box office.
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Participating ISHRS physician members offering free corrective surgeries for eligible candidates
CHICAGO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to help the growing number of patients unknowingly and fraudulently being operated on by unlicensed individuals who either lack training or are not authorized to perform surgery even under direct supervision of a licensed physician, the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) will host its second annual "World Hair Transplant Repair Day" on November 11, 2022.
This worldwide event is part of the ISHRS's Fight The FIGHT (an acronym for Fight the Fraudulent, Illicit, and Global Hair Transplants) global consumer awareness campaign designed to educate and help people who have been victims of this widespread practice. Victims may reach out individually to participating volunteer physicians through the campaign's website at HairRepairDay.org for a chance to receive a pro bono restorative hair procedure.
"The ISHRS is committed to raising awareness of this widespread problem of unqualified technicians illegally performing hair transplant procedures, oftentimes resulting in irreparable damage to unsuspecting patients," said Nilofer Farjo, MBChB, FISHRS, president of the ISHRS. "Consequences of this unscrupulous practice include permanent scarring, infection, visible donor scarring, poor growth, thin patches of hair or bald spots, and hair depletion from over-harvested donor areas – all of which can be difficult, and in some cases impossible, to correct."
The ISHRS explains that many clinics around the world promote themselves as hair restoration experts -- luring vulnerable patients with cheap prices and false advertising presented with misleading information. In many cases, physicians are not even present to perform the surgery.
While the number of hair transplant surgeries has increased in recent years, so too has the proliferation of fraudulent, illicit clinics trying to capitalize on the demand to permanently correct hair loss. According to results of a recent member survey conducted by the ISHRS, 51% of ISHRS members reported there are Black Market hair transplant clinics in their cities. In 2021, 5.4% of hair restoration patients sought treatment to repair previous surgery from offices where the physician did not perform the surgery, up from 4.2% in 2019.
When performed by a qualified physician, a hair transplant is an excellent procedure for treating hair loss safely and effectively. The ISHRS is committed to patient safety and continually strives for the best outcomes for all patients, offering members superior education and training to improve their techniques. To help ensure patients have the information needed to make informed decisions about who performs their hair restoration surgery, the ISHRS urges potential patients to ask the following questions, as well as questions regarding costs, risks and short- and long-term benefits and planning:
- Who will evaluate my hair loss and recommend a course of treatment? What is their education, training, licensure, and experience in treating hair loss?
- Who will be performing my surgery, what role will they play, and what is their education, training, licensure, and experience performing hair restoration surgery?
- Other than the licensed physician, will anyone who is not licensed by the state (or country) be making incisions or cutting my scalp to obtain grafts during my surgery? If so, please identify this person, explain his or her specific role and why this person is legally permitted to perform surgery without a license.
- Is everyone involved in my surgery covered by malpractice insurance?
"The best advice to avoid being a victim of a physician that chooses to let someone less qualified and unlicensed do your surgery is to ask questions and insist the doctor be the one to perform the surgery. Do your homework and don't settle for less," said Ricardo Mejia, MD, chair of the ISHRS Communications and Public Education Committee.
For more information or to take part in this worldwide educational campaign and event, contact fightthefight@ishrs.org and visit www.HairRepairDay.org.
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The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) is a global non-profit medical association and the leading authority on hair loss treatment and restoration with 1,000 members throughout 70 countries worldwide. Above all, the ISHRS is dedicated to achieving excellence in patient outcomes by promoting the highest standards of medical practice, medical ethics, and research in the medical hair restoration industry. The ISHRS also provides continuing medical education to physicians specializing in hair transplant surgery and is committed to delivering the latest information on medical and surgical treatments to consumers suffering from hair loss, and most commonly from androgenetic alopecia – male pattern baldness and female pattern hair loss. It was founded in 1993 as the first international society to promote continuing quality improvement and education for professionals in the field of hair restoration surgery. For more information and to locate a physician, visit www.ishrs.org.
Conducted by Relevant Research, Inc., of Chicago, IL, USA, the ISHRS 2022 Practice Census is a compilation of information provided solely by participating physicians. The information published in this survey was developed from actual historical information and does not include any projected information. The margin of error for the sample is within plus or minus 6.1 percent at the 95 percent confidence level. For a full reprint of the ISHRS 2022 Practice Census Report, visit Hair Restoration Statistics.
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From Macchiatos to Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Keurig's Newest Connected Brewer Creates Delicious Coffeehouse Beverages from your Kitchen Counter
BURLINGTON, Mass. and FRISCO, Texas, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) today introduced the K-Café® SMART, the newest brewer in Keurig's connected line. The new brewer allows consumers to create delicious coffeehouse drinks right from home – the majority of which can be made in three minutes or less. The K-Café SMART is accompanied by an expanded Keurig mobile app which houses over 70 exclusive coffeehouse recipes from which consumers can choose to brew their desired drink.
The new K-Café SMART features Keurig's BrewID™ technology, which detects the K-Cup® pod in the brewer and unlocks tailored coffeehouse drink recipe recommendations to explore through the newly revamped Keurig mobile app. Beyond customizable recipes, BrewID delivers distinctively delicious, full-flavored coffee by recognizing the specific brand and roast of each K-Cup pod and automatically customizing the brew settings to the recommendations of the coffee roasting expert who created it.
The new brewer also includes an upgraded built-in milk frother that now features three speeds. This enables users to make rich, delicious froth from a wide range of milk options, including non-dairy, as well as the ability to make cold froth for brew over ice café-style beverages. Additionally, the K-Café SMART features Keurig's MultiStream Technology™, which uses five streams of water instead of one concentrated stream to thoroughly saturate the coffee grounds more evenly throughout the pod for full flavor and aroma in every cup.
"The K-Café SMART takes customization to a new level. It goes well beyond black coffee, enabling café style creations like London Fog Lattes and Cinnamon Macchiatos," said Mauricio Leyva, Group President, at Keurig Dr Pepper. "With the K-Café SMART, coffee lovers can craft the specialty drinks they crave and discover new favorite recipes simply by connecting to the Keurig app. With over 70 recipes to choose from, we know our consumers will be delighted to taste and trial all the new coffeehouse beverages they can make from the comfort of their home."
The K-Café SMART connects to the Keurig® mobile app to unlock these additional features:
- Café Creations: Browse through more than 70 easy-to-follow coffeehouse drink recipes, including exclusive recipes made just for Keurig mobile app and K-Café SMART users, the majority of which can be made in three minutes or less
- Barista Mode™: A step-by-step, guided process with visual demonstrations for crafting coffeehouse beverages at home with zero coffee expertise required
- Increased Discovery: BrewID helps users discover and craft new coffeehouse beverages with tailored drink recommendations based on their existing coffee preferences
- Coffee Expert Knowledge: Detailed descriptions that explain what makes each coffeehouse drink unique so users will never confuse a cappuccino with an americano again
- SMART Delivery: Consumption-based subscription program that ensures users always have a perfectly stocked coffee pantry while enjoying a 25% discount on every order
- Connected Convenience: Save favorite brew settings and coffeehouse beverage recipes, schedule a brew in advance, or brew remotely. Users can even brew from bed the moment they wake up, knowing their coffeehouse drink will be ready for them
At an MSRP of $249.99, the K-Café SMART is available exclusively on Keurig.com with plans for expansion into retailers nationwide this fall.
Further expanding its SMART portfolio, the company also announced the launch of the K-Supreme® SMART. It features BrewID technology to power coffee expert recommended brew settings for full-flavor and aroma in every cup and pairs with the Keurig mobile app for a fully connected experience. It is available today on Keurig.com at an MSRP of $199.99.
Keurig is also now offering a special Starter Kit* for its new connected brewers purchased via Keurig.com. Both the K-Café SMART and K-Supreme SMART are available at a 50% discount when you enroll in SMART Delivery and commit to purchasing 16 boxes of pods over 12 months. Every ongoing SMART Delivery purchase comes with a 25% discount, and for a limited time Keurig is offering up to four free boxes of select pods for new SMART Delivery customers to enjoy with their first order.
To learn more about Keurig, visit www.keurig.com and follow @keurig on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
*For more details on the Keurig Starter Kit, visit www.keurig.com/content/terms-and-conditions.
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue approaching $13 billion and approximately 27,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company's portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott's®, CORE® and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers. The Company is committed to sourcing, producing and distributing its beverages responsibly through its Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform, including efforts around circular packaging, efficient natural resource use and supply chain sustainability. For more information, visit www.keurigdrpepper.com.
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More than 200 sailors moved off aircraft carrier after multiple suicides
By Oren Liebermann, CNN
More than 200 sailors have moved off the USS George Washington aircraft carrier after multiple deaths by suicide among the crew, including three in less than one week in April, according to the Navy.
The sailors are moving to a local Navy installation as the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier continues to go through a years-long refueling and overhaul process at the shipyard in Newport News in Virginia. Over the past 12 months, seven members of the crew have died, including four by suicide, prompting the Navy to open an investigation into the command climate and culture on board the Nimitz-class carrier.
The commanding officer of the carrier, Capt. Brent Gaut, made the decision to allow sailors living on board the ship to move to other accommodations, according to a statement from Naval Air Force Atlantic. On the first day of the move, which began Monday, more than 200 sailors left the carrier and moved to a nearby Navy facility.
“The move plan will continue until all Sailors who wish to move off-ship have done so,” the statement said. Although the carrier does not have its full complement of approximately 5,000 sailors, the ship still has between 2,000 and 3,000 sailors living aboard during the overhaul process.
The ship’s command is working to identify sailors who could “benefit from and desire the support services and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs” that are available on local Navy facilities. The Navy is in the process of setting up “temporary accommodations” for these sailors, according to an earlier statement from Naval Air Force Atlantic.
“Leadership is actively implementing these and pursuing a number of additional morale and personal well-being measures and support services to members assigned to USS George Washington.”
The deaths aboard the carrier prompted Rep. Elaine Luria, a 20-year Navy veteran whose district encompasses multiple military facilities, to write a letter to the Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Michael Gilday, demanding immediate action to ensure the safety of the crew.
“Each of these deaths is a tragedy, and the number of incidents within a single command, which includes as many as four sailors taking their own lives, raises significant concern that requires immediate and stringent inquiry,” Luria wrote last week, noting that her office has received complaints about the quality of life aboard the ship and a toxic atmosphere.
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Sailfish leaps out of water, injures woman off Florida coast
STUART, Fla. (AP) - A 70-year-old woman was stabbed by the bill of a 100-pound sailfish that leapt out of the water and attacked her as her companions were trying to reel it in on a boat near the Florida coast, authorities said.
The sailfish stabbed the woman from Arnold, Maryland in the groin area with its pointed bill on Tuesday while she was standing in the boat as two companions tried to bring it in on a fishing line about two miles (3.2 kilometers) offshore from Stuart, Florida, according to a report from the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.
The companions applied pressure to the wound, and the woman was taken to Stuart for medical treatment.
The woman told deputies that the attack happened so fast that she didn’t have time to react, according to the sheriff’s office report.
Sailfish are among the fastest fish species in the ocean and, like the swordfish, are recognizable by their extended, pointed bills.
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Gaming concession extended to December 31, 2022
MACAU, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wynn Resorts (Macau) S.A. (hereafter referred to as Wynn) is pleased to announce that it has entered into the Concession Extension Agreement with the Macau SAR Government, to extend the gaming concession of Wynn from June 26, 2022 to December 31, 2022.
Wynn would like to express its sincere gratitude to the Government for its guidance during the Concession Extension Agreement process. Wynn believes that this extension will enable it to make continued contributions to the future development of Macau and the local community. We look forward to the announcement of the requirements and details of the public tender process for the new gaming concessions and will liaise closely with the government to make thorough preparations for active participation in the bidding.
The approval of the Gaming Law Amendment Act has laid an essential long-term foundation to facilitate the orderly, healthy, and sustainable development of the industry. In addition to adhering to the relevant requirements of the Act, Wynn will continue to fulfil its social responsibilities and fully support the Government in promoting the moderate diversification of Macau's economic development, enhancing its competitiveness in integrated leisure and tourism, and further strengthening its profile among international tourists. Wynn will also actively cooperate with the Government to enrich the development of Macau as a world center of tourism and leisure.
In accordance with the terms of the Concession Extension Contract, Wynn has paid to the Macau SAR Government MOP47 million (equivalent to approximately HKD45.6 million) upon signing of the Concession Extension Agreement as contract premium for the extension. For further details of the extension, please see the announcement published on the website of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange at www.hkex.com.hk.
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Hayden’s Joe Otting commits to Notre Dame
Published: Jun. 7, 2022 at 3:20 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Hayden offensive lineman Joe Otting is headed to Notre Dame.
The Wildcat standout announced the news on Twitter Tuesday afternoon.
“God has blessed me with the ability to play the game that I love at a place I have always dreamed of,” he wrote in part. “I want to thank Coach Bill Arnold, my Wildcat teammates, all of my coaches in every sport and the Hayden community for all of their support.”
Otting held offers from a slate of Power 5 schools including K-State, Iowa and Baylor.
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EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantic™ Electronics ("Quantic"), a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management ("Arcline"), today announced that it will attend the 2022 Eurosatory Show in Paris, France, June 13th – 17th. Representatives from Quantic and recently acquired Quantic Thistle will be available at Stand A411, Hall 5B.
Quantic offers a broad and rapidly expanding portfolio of RF, sensing, and power products serving a diverse set of mission critical applications. Schedule a meeting to visit Thistle's booth at Eurosatory and learn more about Quantic's solutions, including:
- RF/MW Products
o Low-noise crystal oscillators, OpenVPX SOSA/CMOSS compliant oscillator platform, and a high-reliability bootstrap oscillator demonstration
o Highly Integrated Multifunction RF Assemblies / SWAP
o Hybrid MIC/MMIC components, modules and subsystems up to 65 GHz
o RF & logarithmic amplifiers, programmable attenuators, phase shifters, high power limiters, solid-state switch and passive designs in the DC-65 GHz range
o Passive power dividers/combiners, couplers, hybrids, beamformer networks and other custom designs up to 40 GHz; both low and high-power solutions to 250K watts
- Power Products
o Hybrid wet tantalum capacitors providing significant SWaP savings
o MLCC ceramic and MLP film capacitors
o Thin film resistors (OhmegaPly RCM, OhmegaPly RF, TCR, and TCR-EHF)
To schedule a meeting, or to learn more, please contact Quantic at inquiries@quanticnow.com
About Quantic Electronics
Quantic is an electronic component company focused on defining and delivering the future of mission-critical electronics. We have over a century of combined experience as reliable problem-solvers and trusted partners in military, aerospace, industrial and commercial markets. For more information, visit www.quanticnow.com.
About Quantic Thistle (Thistle Design)
Quantic Thistle (Thistle Design MMC Ltd) is a specialist UK-based SME providing innovative sensors for Measurement, Motion and Control applications using unique defense, nuclear and industrial market expertise. To meet the critical demands of customers, Thistle continually develops new solutions and markets and offers a broad range of products and services while maintaining values, quality, and reliability.
Since 1992, Thistle has generated a proud heritage in Optical, Magnetic and Contact Encoders together with Resolvers, Potentiometers and Motors, with products found on all five continents in applications that measure linear and rotary motion, distance travelled, heading and other angular requirements, and have sensors or motors on many of the UK's major platforms, including Challenger, Warrior, Scimitar, AJAX vehicles, Hawk aircraft, Type 45, Type 26 warships and QE Class Carriers, and on both Astute and Dreadnought class submarines. Learn more at www.quanticthistle.com
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LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Debiopharm, (www.debiopharm.com/debiopharm-international/) an oncology and infectious disease focused biopharmaceutical company based in Switzerland, today announced data releases on 3 investigational products including Debio 0123 (Selective WEE1 inhibitor), clinical exploratory results for xevinapant (IAP inhibitor), and 2 Multilink™ technology posters (antibody drug conjugate linker) at the 2022 Annual American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana. The AACR conference serves as the focal point of the cancer research community to gather together and share advances in oncology science. Debiopharm and their partners' poster presentations represent scientific progress in the research of these compounds leveraging novel modes of action and new delivery methods in development to treat cancer types with high unmet needs.
"Scientific cancer research is evolving quickly, bringing us the insights needed to better develop safer and more effective anti-tumor therapies. Our ultimate vision is to translate these findings into meaningful outcomes for patients in future clinical settings," explained Carolina Haefliger, Head of Translational Medicine at Debiopharm.
AACR 2022 Poster Sessions
About Debio 0123
Debio 0123 is an inhibitor of WEE1 kinase, a key regulator of the G2/M and S phase checkpoints, activated in response to DNA damage, allowing cells to repair their DNA before resuming their cell cycle. WEE1 inhibition, particularly in combination with DNA damaging agents, induces DNA breaks leading to the accumulation of DNA damage. In conjunction with abrogation of other checkpoints such as those of the G1 phase of the cell cycle, the compound pushes the cells through cycle without DNA repair, promoting mitotic catastrophe and inducing apoptosis of cancer cells.
About Multilink™
Multilink™ is a new cleavable linker platform suited for multidrug attachment and compatible with any conjugation technology to produce ADCs with high DAR (drug-to-antibody ratio), allowing the loading of multiple payloads on an antibody for an enhanced therapeutic effect. This highly effective and well-tolerated linker platform is available for use of other specialty biotech or pharmaceutical companies to generate a proprietary, clinical-stage ADCs.
About xevinapant
Xevinapant, now exclusively licensed to Merck for product development and commercialization, is a potential first-in-class potent, oral, small-molecule inhibitor of IAPs (Inhibitor of Apoptosis Proteins). In preclinical studies, xevinapant restored sensitivity to apoptosis in cancer cells, thereby depriving them of one of their major resistance mechanisms to anticancer therapy. Currently in phase III clinical research, in a randomized, placebo-controlled phase II study, xevinapant has demonstrated preliminary evidence of efficacy in combination with chemoradiotherapy (CRT) in patients with high-risk locally advanced squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck (LA SCCHN), with a clinically significant and sustained clinical activity and an acceptable safety profile compared with CRT alone.
About Genome & Co.
Since its establishment in 2015, Genome and Company develops next waves of innovative drugs including anti-cancer microbiome therapeutics and novel target immune checkpoint inhibitors. Through continuing open innovations with global external collaborations and strategic investments, the company has expanded its microbiome pipeline into brain diseases and continues to pioneer the market in becoming a fully integrated global healthcare group capable of research, development and manufacturing of first-in-class pharmaceutical modalities including microbiome. For more information, please refer to http://genomecom.co.kr/.
Debiopharm's commitment to patients
Debiopharm develops innovative therapies that target high unmet medical needs in oncology and infectious diseases. Bridging the gap between disruptive discovery products and international patient reach, we identify high-potential compounds and technologies for in-licensing, clinically demonstrate their safety and efficacy and then select large pharmaceutical commercialization partners to maximize patient access globally.
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The successful launch further expands the world's largest SAR satellite constellation and includes the second and third satellites built, licensed and operated by ICEYE US.
HELSINKI, Finland and IRVINE, Calif., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ICEYE, the global leader in persistent monitoring with radar satellite imaging and an expert in flood and natural catastrophe (NatCat) solutions, has successfully launched five new SAR satellites. All spacecraft were launched on SpaceX's Falcon 9 smallsat rideshare mission via EXOLAUNCH from Cape Canaveral, Florida. Communication has successfully been established with each spacecraft. ICEYE and ICEYE US have now deployed 21 satellites since 2018, including both commercial and dedicated customer missions.
ICEYE's satellite constellation is designed to provide customers with reliable and frequent imagery enabling the rapid detection and tracking of changes on the Earth's surface, regardless of time of day, or weather conditions. This capability is vital for government and commercial uses in various sectors, including insurance, natural catastrophe response and recovery, national security, defense, humanitarian relief and climate change monitoring.
"The ICEYE team has launched 21 small radar imaging satellites in a few short years, which is a remarkable feat to accomplish," says Rafal Modrzewski, CEO and Co-founder of ICEYE. "The world needs these sources of objective truth data now more than ever. With this launch, we'll have increased performance and capacity to further support our customers and our growth across current and emerging vertical markets."
The launch also included the second and third satellites built, licensed and operated by ICEYE US. ICEYE US, a subsidiary of ICEYE, established a satellite manufacturing facility early last year at its headquarters in Irvine, California. The newly launched ICEYE US satellites are licensed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and will be operated and controlled exclusively from the company's 24/7 Mission Operations Center in Irvine.
"Expanding our fleet of US built satellites is a critical step that expands our capability to support our customers across the U.S. Government," says Jerry Welsh, CEO of ICEYE US. "We are seeing a shift in the U.S. and international government sector that is now looking to fully leverage and integrate commercial remote sensing technologies into their collection architectures."
Two of the satellites launched are provided directly to the Brazilian Air Force. The Air Force will operate the satellites in support of environmental and national security objectives. Due to Brazil's cloudy weather, SAR satellites that can image the earth during the night or through clouds have an important advantage in gathering actionable insights.
Later this year, ICEYE plans on adding up to five additional satellites to its constellation including more satellites manufactured by ICEYE US.
ICEYE delivers unmatched persistent monitoring capabilities for any location on earth. Owning the world's largest synthetic aperture radar constellation, the company enables objective, data-driven decisions for its customers in sectors such as insurance, natural catastrophe response and recovery, security, maritime monitoring and finance. ICEYE's data can be collected day or night, and even through cloud cover. For more information, please visit www.iceye.com.
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Missing 16-year-old found, 15-year-old thought to be with her still lost
WAMEGO, Kan. (WIBW) - A missing 16-year-old girl from the Wamego area has been found while the missing 15-year-old thought to be with her remains to be located.
The Wamego Police Department says that as of 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 23, missing 16-year-old Alejandra has been found. However, Trinity, the 15-year-old girl she was believed to be with, still has not been found.
Alejandra was reported missing around Aug. 17 and was listed as a runaway from Manhattan.
Wamego Police have now been searching for Trinity for over a week since she ran away from a home in Salina on Aug. 12. She is described as 5-foot-2 and was last seen with red and black hair.
WPD also said that Trinity could be in the Manhattan, Fort Riley or Junction City areas.
Officials also noted that they do follow up on tips. So, if anyone has information about Trinity’s whereabouts, they should call WPD at 785-456-9553.
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Over the weekend, the World Health Organization declared monkeypox as a public health emergency and asked for a worldwide effort to contain the outbreak.
“It can start like a little red spot,” CDC HIV Prevention Director Demetre Daskalakis said while describing monkeypox.
“It can become a pimple then it becomes a bigger pimple, and then eventually the pimple breaks. It becomes a scab and then it’s covered over with skin,” Daskalakis said.
The disease is spread by close contact, and at this point, mostly affects men who have sex with men. But it is not just a sexually transmitted disease, as anyone in close contact with someone who’s infected is at risk. The World Health Organization says the monkeypox outbreak has become a significant threat to global health.
“So it’s really important for general information to go out about how monkeypox transmits and what the disease looks like,” Daskalakis said.
According to the CDC, more than 3,400 cases are confirmed in the U.S. Those who contract monkeypox will experience a fever, severe muscle aches, exhaustion, and will eventually develop the rash. The White House says it is doing its part to address the health crisis both at home and abroad.
“First, is to dramatically scale up procurement, production and distribution of vaccines. Second, is to significantly expand access to testing” White House COVID Response Coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha said.
The CDC encourages Americans at risk and those in close contact with them, to get the monkeypox vaccine, once the FDA approves additional doses and it becomes more available. | https://cw33.com/news/washington-dc-bureau/white-house-cdc-take-steps-to-deal-with-monkeypox-outbreak-as-w-h-o-declares-public-health-emergency/ | 2022-07-26T22:02:12Z |
White House to unveil latest strategy to fight COVID
Published: Sep. 15, 2022 at 8:36 AM EDT|Updated: 19 minutes ago
(CNN) - The U.S. government is updating its latest strategy to fight COVID-19.
The White House will launch the 2022 COVID-19 Global Recovery and Response Framework Thursday.
One official familiar with the initiative said the strategy is geared to end the global emergency and protect health systems around the world.
The plan’s objectives will include vaccinating people with the highest risk and who are hardest to reach to prepare for future variants and health threats.
The official said the White House is requesting $4 billion to implement the strategy.
The announcement was timed to coincide with U.N. General Assembly meetings, so world leaders could discuss and coordinate the plan.
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LAKELAND, Fla., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College Assistant Professor of Marine Biology Dr. Jason Macrander has been awarded a research grant by the "Protect Our Reefs" Grants Program through Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium. The project titled "Can Coral Venom Expression Predict Propagule Growth," is a collaborative research grant between Florida Southern College and the University of South Florida.
Florida Southern College will lead the research project, receiving two-thirds of the grant funds. The project involves opportunities shared between the two schools, specifically benefiting and involving two undergraduate students from each institution. Florida Southern students enrolled in their capstone research for fall and spring semesters in 2022-23 will collect genetic signatures of coral propagules in a high-food and low-food environment to determine the role venom may have on coral propagule health and long-term coral reef recovery efforts.
"The grant includes providing financial compensation for students as they are expected to contribute additional time outside of class to meet the project objectives," Dr. Macrander said.
FSC student Rose Laconto '23 will be able to work with corals, but also gain new skills in genetic and bioinformatic analysis to meet the objectives of the proposed research. Laconto, who is from Oxford, Mass., is involved with the Tri-Rho Marine Biology Honors Society.
"I'm super excited to be learning more about coral biology through this project," Laconto said. I'm hoping that our findings can really make a difference in restoration efforts!"
Dr. Brad Gemmell at USF will lead their portion. The two met when the biology department invited Gemmell to speak at FSC in 2019. He spoke about adaptations that take place at the microscale to permit organisms to move more efficiently in the water. Dr. Gemmell's background is in fluid dynamics and animal behavior.
"We have complementary skills to accomplish the goals of the grant, with a shared interest in coral reef restoration and coral biology," Dr. Macrander said. The collaboration is "essential to establishing connections among other institutions and provide opportunities for students to network and be exposed to new ideas and form collaborative research projects like this one."
The two educators hope this grant will serve as a seed grant for a larger National Science Foundation (NSF) or National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) grant in the future.
The grant is funded by the state of Florida through the Mote Marine Laboratory. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles sells vehicle specialty license plates for a variety of causes. "Protect Our Reefs" plate purchases help to fund research.
"The Mote grant is for one year; I anticipate our results will be published in a scientific journal summer 2023, with students taking lead author positions," Dr. Macrander said. "A main focus is student training in this area as there is so much that needs to be done to restore our coral reefs."
Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is the oldest private college in the state. The College maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 70+ undergraduate programs and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, nursing, and physical therapy. Florida Southern has a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, is an award-winning national leader in engaged learning, and boasts 30 NCAA Division II National Championships. Florida Southern is ranked at #8 among the "Best Regional Universities in the South" by U.S. News & World Report in its 2022 "Best Colleges" guide and is included in The Princeton Review's 2022 Best 387 Colleges guide and the "Fiske Guide to Colleges 2022." The 2021-2022 Colleges of Distinction guidebook praises Florida Southern's AACSB accredited Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise alongside the College's School of Education and its Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences. Poets&Quants, U.S. News & World Report, Fortune, and The Princeton Review further laud the Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise and the Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences as foremost programs in the nation for business and nursing education. Home to the world's largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, FSC has appeared on The Princeton Review's top 20 "Most Beautiful Campus" national listing for 12 consecutive years. Connect with Florida Southern College.
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Changing behavior in alligators from mating season
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The months of May and June are mating season for alligators on the Suncoast. Alligators are more likely to be moving around and running into humans during mating season.
This past week a gator scaled a 10-feet tall fence getting into the Sheriff’s impound lot. Before that, a Northport resident was attacked by an alligator losing a chunk of his leg.
According to Fish and Wildlife Conservation officials, this behavior is not unusual during mating season. They stress the importance of keeping distance and being aware of their surroundings, as Suncoast residents enjoy the Florida weather.
Nesting season starts in July when female alligators lay their eggs and become very protective of their nest.
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Mother charged with murder after death of 6-year-old in 2020 house fire
UNION, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) - A mother is facing charges in the death of her 6-year-old daughter after she set her house on fire in 2020, according to police in South Carolina.
Police said officers were dispatched to the home in Union for a house fire with possible entrapment on November 25, 2020, at about 5:40 p.m.
When they arrived, officers found the house engulfed, with flames already coming from the windows and front door.
One burn victim, the child’s grandmother Barbara Newton, was outside the home, police said.
WHNS reported that the 6-year-old girl was still inside the home.
Police said 32-year-old Carlene Ratcliffe set fire to her own home and left the house as her child was asleep inside.
Newton was out shopping at the time of the fire and saw the fire once she returned home, according to WHNS. She tried to run inside to rescue the girl but was unsuccessful. Newton sustained serious burns to about half of her body as a result and was flown to the Augusta Burn Center for treatment.
The heat radiating from the house made it difficult for firefighters and officers to enter the home, and two of them sustained burn injuries during the attempts.
One officer suffered a burn to his left hand, and a firefighter suffered a burn to his back and shoulders. Both were treated at the scene.
Once the fire was put out, the 6-year-old girl was found dead in the home and identified as Caeli Ratcliffe.
According to the medical examiner, Caeli died as a result of smoke and soot inhalation.
After a long investigation, Ratcliffe was charged with two counts of arson and one count of homicide by child abuse and one count of murder.
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(KTLA) — Quick-thinking San Bernardino police officers came to the rescue of a mother and her two children after flash flood waters stormed through a residential neighborhood Sunday.
Body camera footage shared by the San Bernardino Police Department showed several officers brave the gushing water to rescue the family, who was being swept away by the fast-moving current.
The rescue happened around 6 p.m. Sunday. At the time of the rescue, the area was under a flash flood warning from the remnants of Tropical Storm Kay.
Video shows the officers grab hold of at least one young child who was being swept away by flood waters. Police also created a human chain to safely get a younger child and their mother to the other side of the raging water.
The mother and her two children were uninjured.
“Our officers do not encounter swift water floods often, however, it doesn’t stop them from jumping into action and saving lives,” the Police Department said on Twitter.
Flash floods are the No. 1 weather-related killer in America, according to the National Weather Service.
Six inches of “fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet, and a depth of 2 feet will float your car,” NWS says.
You should never try to walk, swim or drive through swift water, and if you come upon flood waters, you are urged to turn around and go another way. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/watch-police-rescue-family-from-raging-flash-flood-in-california/ | 2022-09-14T18:13:04Z |
NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for SPRO, QNRX, BIVI, RVPH, and AVYA.
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Technical hike apparel line is first of a multi-year collaboration, provides transitional comfort and fashion
OAKLAND, Calif. and SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Outdoor Afro Inc. and REI Co-op have launched a co-created hike collection to help solve unmet needs in outdoor apparel and celebrate Black joy in nature. A new chapter for national not-for-profit Outdoor Afro Founder and CEO Rue Mapp, Outdoor Afro Inc. is the corporate partner of her 13-year organization and the co-op's inspiration for this innovative collection.
"Nature has been, and will continue to be, a place where Black people seek connection and respite," said Rue Mapp, founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro. "Black people have always spent time outside across a variety of activities, but the community has always felt a gap in finding gear that fits, functions well, feels good and represents their personal style. REI was the right partner to listen deeply and help us create a collection that would start to meet those needs. We are thrilled to launch this inspirational campaign, share this hike collection, and continue to elevate Black joy outdoors."
Outdoor Afro Inc. is a new venture for Mapp that celebrates and inspires Black community connections to the outdoors through relevant product design, manufacturing, sales, and outdoor experiences. For more than a decade, her not-for-profit organization and REI have built a relationship to address the lack of Black representation in the outdoors. That relationship led to this new collaboration.
"Our long-time relationship with Outdoor Afro provided a natural platform to help us better understand what the outdoors means to the Black community. This partnership allowed us to authentically identify and address barriers to create more inclusive design solutions that will connect more people to the power of the outdoors," said Isabelle Portilla, divisional vice president of product strategy and design for REI Co-op brands. "All our research, design and fit work was co-developed and co-led with Outdoor Afro Inc. Robust insights and true collaboration informed the intentionally designed collection that symbolizes connection, community and an outdoors where all are welcome."
For the first drop in the multi-launch collection, Outdoor Afro Inc. and REI worked closely with members of the Black community to understand their outdoor product needs and begin developing a collection to inspire and ignite more Black joy in nature. The 22-piece hike collection includes apparel and accessories that bring more inclusive design to the forefront. Customers will find new fit options that consider a wider range of body types, shapes, and sizes. The collection uses lightweight and stretch materials that promote breathability and lead to easy wear and care. New colors and graphics embrace a desire for personal expression.
The Outdoor Afro Inc. x REI Co-op Hike Collection is now available for purchase at REI stores and REI.com. Apparel and accessory prices range from $40 to $179 and $7 to $15, respectively.
"Although this collection is designed for the Black community, it also solves universal needs. We're creating a better outdoor product for everyone," adds Rue Mapp.
To support the collection launch, Outdoor Afro Inc. and REI will debut a new campaign, "We Are Nature." The co-op partnered with Outdoor Afro Inc. to consider representation both in front of and behind the camera. Campaign photography was captured by Joshua Kissi and Fela Raymond from TONL, a creative company seeking to transform the idea of stock photography with diverse representation. Video content was created with Nate the Director from Invisible Collective and Maya Table from Curator. On-camera talent is a mix of Outdoor Afro leaders, REI partners and models.
The for-profit business celebrates and inspires Black community connections to the outdoors through relevant product design, manufacturing, sales, and outdoor experiences. To learn more, visit outdoorafro.inc and @outdoorafroinc on social.
Outdoor Afro is a national not-for-profit organization that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature. What started as a kitchen table blog by Founder and CEO Rue Mapp in 2009 has since grown into a cutting-edge nationwide network with 100-plus volunteer leaders in 60 cities with network participation reaching 60,000 people. Outdoor Afro reconnects Black people with the outdoors through outdoor education, recreation, and conservation. Follow Outdoor Afro at outdoorafro.org and on social @outdoorafro today.
REI is a specialty outdoor retailer, headquartered near Seattle. The nation's largest consumer co-op, REI is a growing community of 21.5 million members who expect and love the best quality gear, inspiring expert classes and trips, and outstanding customer service. REI has 177 locations in 41 states and the District of Columbia. If you can't visit a store, you can shop at REI.com, REI Outlet or the REI shopping app. REI isn't just about gear. Adventurers can take the trip of a lifetime with REI's active adventure travel company that runs more than 100 itineraries across the country. In many communities where REI has a presence, professionally trained instructors share their expertise by hosting beginner-to advanced-level classes and workshops about a wide range of activities. To build on the infrastructure that makes life outside possible, REI invests millions annually in hundreds of local and national nonprofits that create access to—and steward—the outdoor places that inspire us all.
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SINGAPORE, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEG Asset Management Limited (IDEG), a professional digital asset manager, held its flagship Institutional Digital Assets Summit 2022 to share valuable insights on the digital assets market. Topics covered include the trends, opportunities and challenges that institutional investors are looking at and strategies to navigate the shifting crypto landscape.
Themed "Seize the Times", the summit was hosted over two days from 26 to 27 May 2022 at Fairmont Singapore. Reflecting the summit's thematic focus, speakers highlighted the changing nature of the digital asset ecosystem, and how it was yielding opportunities despite the risks. Better regulation and stronger institutional support have boosted adoption of digital assets, speakers said.
The summit received over 200 participants, including industry leaders and experts from crypto-native firms, traditional financial institutions and regulatory bodies. Across the two days, guest speakers from industry leaders, including the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), PWC, BlockFI, Fireblocks and COINBASE, discussed the most pressing issues and megatrends shaping the crypto world today—from Web 3.0 to NFTs, the metaverse to De-Fi—as well as the upcoming big moves impacting institutional investors.
Raymond Yuan, Chairman of CTH Group, the supporting group of IDEG, said: "Web 3.0 is inevitable. It is the next Internet era that is creating a completely new economic paradigm. We will witness true globalization enabled through decentralization, rules-based permissionless governance models, as well as new models such as 'X-to-earn' that will redefine people's jobs. While we are seeing increased investments in this space, there remain unanswered questions on 'what's next?' for the road ahead. Our inaugural Institutional Digital Asset Summit 2022 aims to encourage dialogue on how institutions and Web 3.0 technology leaders can navigate, collaborate, and thrive in this brave new world."
The MAS shared during a panel discussion that the crypto ecosystem is a potentially transformative technology. It enables high-value assets to be fractionalized and this can unlock new economic value, enhance financial inclusion, and enable more seamless and efficient financial services. The MAS added that its approach is to be adaptive, continually evolving and consultative as this is a fast-moving space.
On the topic of crypto becoming mainstream, Rishi Ramchandani, Head of APAC at BlockFI, opined, "Crypto is now in a validated state, and our team is working hard to reduce the friction to encourage institutional partners to move into the crypto space."
Stephen Richardson, Head of APAC at Fireblocks, added, "We have noticed that the market is adopting a more cautious take on upcoming crypto projects and the infrastructure, as compared with past deals where there was more enthusiasm over the rapid crypto expansion. We see investors doing more homework and due diligence, in preparation for a tough market ahead."
Wilson Cheng, APAC Lead in Institutional Sales at COINBASE, shared his views on digital asset adoption in the traditional financial world. He opined, "while it is exciting to see so many financial institutions recognising crypto as a real asset class, we anticipate that more time will be needed to educate the broader market about the crypto universe."
David Shin, Head of Global Adoption at Klayton, also opined on the role that NFTs will play in the coming years: "We see Web 3.0 to be driving a lot of the NFT adoption in the next five years. Interestingly, the second-level adoption of NFTs is becoming more functional and dynamic, and there are vast opportunities for us to bring outside data in, to the creation of NFTs, and we believe this will ultimately drive change in this industry."
To wrap up the two-day summit, Kevin Loo, Head of Investment Insights and Managing Director at IDEG, said, "Despite the uncertainty in the digital asset markets, the market sees both short-term and long-term opportunities emerging. Further, this cycle is different from past crypto winters. With more institutional involvement compared to 2018, the 'reaction function' for recovery will be stronger, meaning digital asset recovery will be quicker than we have experienced in prior cycles. As a professional assets manager, we continue our mission of growing the market with best-in-class compliance and value-add diversification strategies and services. This event firmly showcases IDEG's corporate reach and influence across digital asset verticals and horizontal services, an indication of the strong advocacy of institutional standards and growth for the long term."
About IDEG
IDEG is a digital asset management group of companies. Founded by Raymond Yuan, a strong advocate for the development of blockchain technology and crypto-economy, the company launched Asia's first Bitcoin Trust back in 2019, as well as other innovative products with the aim to provide institutional investors with tailored digital asset solutions to help them seize market opportunities.
IDEG is the digital asset management arm of CTH Group, a leading firm in the blockchain and digital asset ecosystem. CTH Group also has a venture capital investment firm, Fundamental Labs, as well as a high-performance computing and Bitcoin mining services provider, Atlas. Founded in 2016, CTH Group has a footprint across multiple markets, including Singapore, Hong Kong, New York, San Francisco and Miami, covering the major innovation centres in the blockchain ecosystem.
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AUSTIN (KXAN) — “Pot brownies” have crept up on college campuses this week — and no, not the kind you’re thinking of.
Nonprofit advocacy group NextGen America has hosted tables at the University of Texas at Austin and Texas State University this week to discuss marijuana decriminalization, with an on-the-nose twist. The tables feature pots holding marijuana-free brownies for students to take as a way of lightheartedly opening up the political discussion, said Darren Nevares, NextGen’s Austin and San Marcos field organizer.
“It’s kind of just a tongue-in-cheek kind of joke,” he said. “And I mean, students seem to love it.”
While out tabling this week, he said it’s been an opportunity to reach students from a variety of backgrounds and political perspectives. He said NextGen is taking a nonpartisan stance on the topic, instead inviting students to talk through all the conversations behind marijuana decriminalization and educating them on the difference between decriminalization and legalization.
“It’s not our place to [give a political stance], but I do want to hear stories. And that is really important to me, first off, to kind of relate to people and the youth, especially,” he said. “Because it’s the most diverse generation so far, and each voice is important, no matter your political affiliation. I think you should have your voice heard by our country, our states, in general.”
Decriminalization removes criminal sanctions, fines or potential jail time from those caught possessing marijuana. Depending on the legislative policy approval, this might be limited to “low-level” offenses where a person is caught with a smaller portion of marijuana.
Meanwhile, legalization focuses on not only the removal of criminal sanctions for the drug, but also public access to the sales and purchase of marijuana, similar to tobacco and alcohol.
And decriminalization efforts are top of mind in Central Texas. In May, Austin voters will have the opportunity to decide whether to decriminalize “low-level” marijuana offenses. This follows action by the Austin Police Department in July 2020 to end arrests or ticketing for misdemeanor personal marijuana possession.
In San Marcos, an advocacy group is working to bring the question of marijuana decriminalization to the city’s November ballot.
Currently, marijuana is classified by the state of Texas as a Class B misdemeanor for possessions at or below two ounces, which is punishable by a $2,000 fine, up to 180 days in jail or both. Possessing or growing between two and four ounces of marijuana is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail, a $4,000 fine or both.
Beyond owning or growing four ounces of marijuana, that charge becomes a state felony, with multiple levels of jail time or fine amounts possible depending on the number of ounces or pounds of marijuana.
“It does seem like a really hot issue, just getting more talked about, and the conversation keeps appearing more often than not. And I think that’s kind of why we’re out here today and yesterday, again, to kind of give them the information they need to make a decision if they want to,” he said. “Even if some people aren’t even aware of what decriminalization of marijuana is, or what’s different between decriminalization and legalization. And I think it’s important to have those conversations once you have the education.” | https://cw33.com/news/weed-free-pot-brownies-popping-up-on-college-campuses-heres-why/ | 2022-04-21T02:55:49Z |
OAKLAND, Calif., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NORESCO, a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), is pleased to announce it has been awarded a new, three-year contract to help the California Energy Commission (CEC) develop and adopt the state's building energy code for 2025. California's Building Energy Efficiency Standards are updated every three years to guide the construction of new and existing buildings toward the state's clean energy goals. NORESCO has worked with the CEC to advance one of the nation's most efficient building energy standards, Title 24, Part 6 of the California Code of Regulations, for more than 15 years.
"With the ongoing support of NORESCO, the CEC is excited to continue pioneering world-leading strategies for buildings, while enabling energy bill savings and other benefits to building owners and occupants," said Michael Sokol, Deputy Director, CEC Efficiency Division. "This three-year agreement will assist the CEC as we look ahead to the next Building Energy Efficiency Standards update cycle."
"The NORESCO team's expertise in energy codes, modeling and building science allows us to provide the CEC with the support needed to achieve its objectives for the 2025 code cycle," said Rahul Athalye, Program Director of Code Development and Support, NORESCO. "We look forward to continuing to work together with the CEC to achieve deep decarbonization in the California building sector."
The upcoming code cycle will enable the CEC to drive continued progress toward the goals in California's Integrated Energy Policy Report (IEPR). The 2021 IEPR recommends the acceleration of building decarbonization and the installation of 6 million heat pumps by 2030. California's building energy code will play a key role in achieving these objectives, and the NORESCO team will support the CEC in developing and implementing strategies to meet these goals in both new construction and alterations.
NORESCO will also help develop energy accounting methodologies for the 2025 cycle, including development of prototype building models, weather files, metrics and life-cycle cost methodology. The team will review national model codes, assess new measures and code structure ideas, and support the research and development of new code requirements.
"NORESCO will provide the highly specialized technical support essential for developing, implementing and maintaining the 2025 Energy Code update to address the numerous energy priorities facing California," Sokol said.
The new contract builds on NORESCO's prior work with CEC, which in the 2022 code cycle included the development of the photovoltaics (PV) and battery requirements, as well as the single-zone heat pump requirements for nonresidential buildings. The 2022 Energy Code also stipulated electric-ready requirements for new homes, strengthened ventilation standards and made California the first state in the U.S. to require solar PV and battery storage in new nonresidential buildings.
Along with supporting development of the energy code for California, NORESCO has performed code development in Colorado, Massachusetts, New York, Washington and other jurisdictions that are leading the charge toward zero carbon and zero energy building codes. NORESCO is currently working with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to develop the NYStretch Energy Code.
For more information, visit NORESCO's website at www.noresco.com.
About NORESCO
NORESCO, a part of Carrier Global Corporation, helps clients adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change by decarbonizing, modernizing and electrifying aging infrastructure to be more sustainable and resilient. By deploying innovative distributed energy, storage and renewable energy solutions, NORESCO improves the health and efficiency of existing campuses, buildings and communities. To date, NORESCO has guaranteed more than $5 billion in energy and operating cost savings at more than 10,000 facilities while reducing customer CO2 emissions by more than 25 million metric tons – the equivalent to planting 1.4 million acres of forest. For more information, visit www.noresco.com.
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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Braxia Scientific Corp. ("Braxia Scientific", or the "Company") (CSE: BRAX) (OTC: BRAXF) (FWB: 4960), a medical research and telemedicine company with clinics providing innovative ketamine and psilocybin treatments for depression and related disorders, is pleased to announce it has successfully launched KetaMD in Florida. KetaMD onboarded new patients and completed initial ketamine treatments. Eligible patients, as determined by one of KetaMD's licensed Florida healthcare practitioners, received medically supervised treatments, guided virtually by registered nurses with mental health expertise, while in the comfort of their home.
KetaMD, Inc. ("KetaMD"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Braxia Scientific, is an innovative end-to-end telemedicine platform, that provides access to safe, affordable, reliable and potentially life-changing at-home ketamine treatments for people suffering from mental health disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
In multiple studies, ketamine has also been shown to have rapid and persistent benefits for acute care in suicidal patients who often suffer from mental health challenges. As National Suicide Awareness month kicks off, KetaMD has ramped up operations and session availability to provide additional support to Florida residents in need of treatment.
Dr. Roger McIntyre commented, "We are incredibly proud to have treated our first patients in the U.S. through our KetaMD platform. KetaMD solves considerable issues by increasing access to innovative ketamine treatments for patients suffering from mental health disorders who don't live close to a care provider, have difficulty accessing care, or are unable to go to the doctor because of circumstances like COVID-19."
Warren Gumpel, CEO of KetaMD commented, "We started building the model for KetaMD more than five years ago with the goal of deploying the latest technology to improve people's lives and to empower those living with depression and other mental health conditions to take steps necessary to seek and receive safe, high quality, affordable, reliable care. We are working on scaling KetaMD beyond Florida across the U.S. opening up the opportunity for people to receive care anytime, from the comfort of their own homes."
For those interested in qualifying for KetaMD are encouraged to visit www.KetaMD.com.
KetaMD is a HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platform providing affordable and potentially life-changing at-home medical ketamine treatments. Prescribed by medical professionals and guided by registered nurses via our secure platform, KetaMD is a safe and effective alternative for the millions of adults that currently rely on conventional mental health treatments to relieve depression, anxiety, and related mental health challenges. Our mission is to make this treatment safely accessible to those who need it across the United States. Through KetaMD's program, adults who receive a qualifying diagnosis from one of our licensed medical prescribers may participate in our fully virtual program. For more information, visit www.ketamd.com.
Braxia Scientific is a medical research and telemedicine company with clinics that provide innovative ketamine and psilocybin treatments for people with depression and related disorders. Braxia also launched its U.S. based end-to-end telemedicine platform KetaMD utilizing leading technology to provide access to safe, affordable, and potentially life-changing at-home ketamine treatments for people living with depression and related mental health conditions. Through its medical solutions, Braxia aims to reduce the illness burden of brain-based disorders, such as major depressive disorder among others. Braxia is primarily focused on (i) owning and operating multidisciplinary clinics, providing treatments in-person and virtually for mental health disorders, and (ii) research activities related to discovering and commercializing novel drugs and delivery methods. Braxia seeks to develop ketamine and derivatives and other psychedelic products from its IP development platform. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, Braxia Health (formerly the Canadian Rapid Treatment Center of Excellence Inc.), operates multidisciplinary community-based clinics offering rapid-acting treatments for depression located in Mississauga, Toronto, Kitchener-Waterloo, Ottawa, and Montreal.
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(NEXSTAR) – We’re in for a busy storm season, according to the latest forecast by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. In fact, meteorologists predict up to 20 named storms between now and the end of November.
Even though those storms have yet to form, we already know what they’ll be called if and when they do materialize.
The World Meteorological Organization already decided on a list of 21 names. When a tropical storm strengthens to wind speeds of 39 mph or higher, it gets a name from the list, starting in alphabetical order.
There are 26 letters in the alphabet but only 21 names chosen, seeing as the letters Q, U, X, Y and Z are all left off because they aren’t common enough to be easily understood in local languages spoken in North America, Central America and the Caribbean (areas all affected by hurricanes).
We’ve already seen three named storms this season: Alex, Bonnie and Colin. The next three named storms would be Danielle, Earl and Fiona.
If a tropical storm strengthens into a hurricane (winds stronger than 74 mph), it keeps the same name.
In the event that this year’s hurricane season exceeds expectations and produces more than 21 named storms, additional names will be pulled from a backup list agreed upon by the World Meteorological Organization. The WMO used to use Greek letters after the primary list was exhausted, but said it caused too much confusion and abandoned the system in 2021.
The list of names cycles through and repeats every six years. Storms deemed particularly destructive have their names retired from the list of possibilities and replaced by another name starting with the same letter. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/2022-hurricane-names-are-set-heres-what-theyll-be/ | 2022-08-13T16:57:30Z |
Company sets new standard for immersive entertainment at Qiddiya Water Theme Park with first-of-its-kind rides and progressive sustainability design
ORLANDO, Fla., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Saudi Arabia will soon become home to the country's first and the region's largest water theme park that is currently under development at Qiddiya – the future Capital of Entertainment, Sports and Culture – situated on the outskirts of Saudi capital, Riyadh. Falcon's Creative Group, a sector of Falcon's Beyond, revealed it developed the park's master plan, in conjunction with Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) – the entity driving the development of Qiddiya.
With multiple unprecedented themed and immersive water attractions, Falcon's master plan for the project alters the vision for future water theme parks. The year-round park will span across more than 252,000 square meters and feature 22 rides and attractions, including nine that will be world firsts. It will also be the only water theme park in the world that offers a unique mix of dry and wet rides as well as state-of-the-art, competition-level facilities for water sports enthusiasts – including the first-ever surfing and white-water rafting experiences – as well as 17 F&B and retail outlets.
Visitors will experience nine innovatively designed zones – the Entry Gate, Camel Rock, Dub Grotto, Wave Wadi, the Den, Viper Canyon, Arabian Peak, the Herding Grounds, and Surf Lagoon – inspired by the native animals that inhabit the area around Qiddiya. The experience of each ride will reflect the attributes of the creature for which each is named. For example, based on the aggressive snake, Viper Canyon will feature some of the most thrilling rides, while Dub Grotto, branded for the curious, playful dub lizard, will be home to an energetic water playground for children.
"Qiddiya Water Theme Park will be unlike any other existing water park, with environments that take guests to amazing locations and an atmosphere that enables them to truly escape," said Cecil D. Magpuri, CEO of Falcon's Beyond. "We are honored to bring not only deep development experience, including past projects in Dubai, but also industry-leading technology prowess to create an entertainment experience that is truly game-changing. This is also an exciting and unique opportunity for us to participate in the ongoing transformation in Saudi Arabia and to set a new benchmark in water theme parks and family entertainment for others to follow."
Falcon's has master planned the park in compliance with QIC's sustainability practices, including technology that interconnects the structure of certain rides, enabling the transfer of water from one body to another, prioritizing recycling over waste. Other integrated technologies will reduce water pressure for select rides, reducing the amount of water used significantly. Additional elements of the park will be built to use 75% less water compared to other water park rides, where even rainwater will be captured, treated, and reused.
"By delivering an entirely new type of immersive entertainment experience, the Qiddiya Water Park will change the way we think about water parks," said Scott Demerau, Executive Chairman of Falcon's Beyond. "Moreover, we believe our sustainability approach to its development will set a new standard for future parks, benefitting the world around us."
QIC recently awarded a $750 million construction contract to ALEC Saudi Arabia Engineering & Contracting and El Seif Engineering Contracting (in a joint venture between the two companies) to build the Qiddiya Water Theme Park.
Qiddiya's offering will be based on five cornerstones: Parks & Attractions, Sports & Wellness, Arts & Culture, Motion & Mobility and Nature & Environment, along with a variety of real estate options and community services. The Water Theme Park will be one of the key attractions of the Parks & Attractions cornerstone.
About Falcon's Beyond
Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Falcon's Beyond is a fully integrated, top-tier experiential entertainment development enterprise focusing on a 360° IP Expander™ model. The company brings its own proprietary and partner IPs to global markets through owned and operated theme parks, resorts, attractions, patented technologies, feature films, episodic series, consumer products, licensing, and beyond. The company has won numerous design awards and provided design services in 39 countries around the world, turning imagined worlds into reality. www.falconsbeyond.com
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Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Falcon's produces powerful, themed guest experiences around the world. The company is comprised of three core divisions: Falcon's Treehouse, Falcon's Digital Media, and Falcon's Licensing. Each is fueled by a pioneering team of skilled creative professionals that form an unbeatable combination. Visit: www.falconsbeyond.com.
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About Qiddiya Investment Company
Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) is driving the development of Qiddiya, located south-west of Saudi capital Riyadh, that is set to become the future capital of Entertainment, Sports and Culture. The project is fully aligned with the core tenets of Vision 2030, the Saudi leadership's overarching transformation blueprint.
In December 2021, plans were announced for the construction of Six Flags Qiddiya in a contract worth SAR 3.7 billion. It will feature several world's first rides including the signature attraction, The Falcon's Flight, which is the tallest, longest and fastest roller coaster in the world.
In February 2022, Qiddiya signed one of the region's largest strategic partnerships with Al-Nassr Football Club and Al-Hilal Saudi Football Club, valued at SAR 100 million annually per club. A construction contract worth SAR 2.8 billion was also awarded to ALEC Saudi Arabia Engineering & Contracting and El Seif Engineering Contracting to build Saudi's first and the region's largest water theme park. It will feature 22 rides and attractions including nine world firsts.
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Pet resort: New swimming pond at Promway Kennel is for the dogs
JACKSON TWP. – Every day is "take your dog to work day" for Bill and Kim Novotny.
They have six. As owners of Promway Kennels, they've got space for their furry family members in a fenced area next to the business.
This summer they enhanced the pet area by adding a swimming pond. The pond, roughly 20-by-40 doubles as a play area for some of the dogs boarding at the kennel.
It's a concept Bill Novotny had considered since the couple bought the business in 2012. Kim hesitated. The Novotnys discussed the idea for several years until Kim changed her mind.
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One factor was the growing number of boarding kennels in the area. "We needed something different. Something the others don't have," she said.
The change fits with the slogan at Promway Kennels — it's "a pet resort."
The Novotnys worked with Pond Wiser, a North Canton company owned by Denny and Kathy Ray that has been installing private ponds since 1989.
Pond Wiser has installed swimming ponds before, including some for residences. "It's the first time we've done a swimming pond for dogs," Kathy Ray said.
Bill Novotny said he described how he wanted the pond to look, and Denny Ray came through with the desired result.
"He just nailed it," Novotny said of Ray's design.
The pond bottom has a rubber liner that has been doubled. Flat stone and gravel are on top of the liner, making it unlikely the dogs will puncture the liner. That was a key because the Novotnys have two Bernese mountain dogs that top 100 pounds. The pond has a shallow entry area, but gets deep enough that dogs can can swim if they want. There also is a waterfall at one end.
Dogs boarded at Promway Kennels have used the pond since it opened in early August. Novotny said it's up to the owner. Some already know their dogs like swimming, while other owners want to find out if their dogs enjoy the pool.
The Novotnys are considering allowing dog owners seeking a private swimming hole for their pets to rent time at the pond. While the area has dog parks with water area and ponds, they can get crowded. The pond at Promway Kennels could allow for a private setting, he said. A decision on leasing the space will be made in a few weeks, he said.
Promway Kennels opened in 1975 when Tom Cassidy started the business. Novotny recalls that Cassidy sometimes had goats, sheep and pigs in the space where the pond has been built. The Novotnys are the fourth owner of the kennel since it opened.
Sunflower Program helps airport travelers
Akron-Canton Airport is joining more than 150 airports worldwide in a program designed to make the facilities more accommodating for travelers with hidden disabilities.
The Sunflower Program discreetly indicates an airport guest might need extra time or assistance. Guests can stop at the airport's visitor information center or a ticket counter to obtain free accessories — lanyards, pins or a bracelet ― that features a sunflower.
Akron-Canton wants to ensure the the facility is "inclusive and accessible to all,” Ren Camacho, president and chief executive officer said in a press release.
“The Sunflower Program is a wonderful opportunity for our airport staff and tenants to demonstrate their care and compassion to all individuals, regardless of ability. This is one more step towards making the airport experience seamless and enjoyable, because everyone deserves to travel comfortably,” Camacho said in the release.
Hidden disabilities include speech impediments, site loss, hearing loss or deafness, autism, mobility impairments, mental health conditions, respiratory conditions or chronic illness that can impact daily life.
The program is voluntary. Participants can choose, but aren't required, to disclose their disability on their card. Wearing a lanyard, pin or bracelet doesn't guarantee fast-tracking through security or any preferential treatment.
Travelers are encouraged to arrange special assistance through the Transportation Security Administration or the airline. Travelers also can visit Akron-Canton's website before their trip to get more information or register for the Sunflower Program.
Akron-Canton joins 59 airports in the United States that are part of the Sunflower Program. The list includes Charlotte, Fort Lauderdale, New Orleans, Orlando, Philadelphia, Orlando-Sanford and Tampa, which are non-stop destinations from Akron-Canton.
Stark County lawyer leading Farmers Bank board
Terry A. Moore, a lawyer with Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Daugherty, will take the role of board chairman at Farmers National Banc Corp. on Friday.
Moore has been a director with the Canfield-based bank since April 2014. He serves on the board's corporate governance and nominating committee and the compensation committee.
A graduate of Youngstown State, Moore earned his law degree from the University of Cincinnati. He joined Krugliak, Wilkins and from 2001 to 2018 served as the firm's managing partner.
Moore also is on the board of trustees at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center and the hospital's development foundation. He also serves as trustee for the Hoover Foundation.
Diebold Nixdorf selects global banking exec
Joe Myers has joined Diebold Nixdorf as executive vice president for global banking, and will direct sales, related service, solutions delivery and key strategies for the company's banking business.
Myers will report directly to Octavio Marquez, chief executive officer. Marquez directed the banking operations before taking over as CEO in March.
Myers comes to Diebold Nixdorf from Elavon, a payments processing operation and wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank. He was chief revenue officer and president of North American operations for Atlanta-based Elavon and managed all of the growth strategy, business development and revenue-related activities. Before joining Elavon in 2011, Myers held various leadership roles in the payments industry, including general manager of the automotive division at Experian.
Marquez said in a press release that Myers' "intense focus on customer insights and building best-in-class teams to deliver positive results will further sharpen our go-to-market approach and ensure best practices across our banking business."
Myers earned a degree in marketing and business management from Damelin Business School in South Africa. He currently serves as a director for Junior Achievement of Georgia. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/2022/08/30/kennel-adds-swim-pond-where-dogs-can-play/65418599007/ | 2022-08-30T09:30:46Z |
- Erin Smith (22) named as one of three finalists of a new prize awarded by the European Patent Office (EPO) for her AI-powered tool enabling early detection of Parkinson's disease
- The natural born scientist developed an algorithm that analyses videos of facial expressions to pick up minute indicators of early-onset Parkinson's, with around 95% accuracy
- Her technology, inspired by videos of Michael J. Fox, can also help people with other neural disorders similar to Parkinson's
MUNICH, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. inventor Erin Smith (22) has been nominated as a finalist in the inaugural Young Inventors prize given by the European Patent Office (EPO) for her AI-powered app that enables early detection of Parkinson's disease. The natural born scientist built on a childhood interest in facial expressions to create technology that could help delay the development of serious Parkinson's symptoms, such as tremors and walking difficulties, through early intervention.
The app, called FacePrint, takes video footage of facial expressions and applies facial recognition and AI techniques to quickly and accurately pick up minute indicators of the early stages of the disease. Off the back of successful large-scale trials of the app at Stanford Medical School, Smith is poised to commercialise the solution to help people around the world.
"Erin Smith's insight, innovative drive and application of new technologies has the potential to move early detection of Parkinson's out of the realm of select specialists and into the hands of many," says EPO President António Campinos, announcing the Young Inventors prize 2022 finalists. "Her invention paves the way to earlier treatment, providing relief and hope for patients and their loved ones."
Smith is one of three finalists of the new Young Inventors prize, which the EPO established to encourage the next generation of inventors. The prize recognises young innovators aged 30 or under who have developed solutions to tackle global problems and help reach the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The winners of the Young Inventors prize 2022 will be announced at the European Inventor Award virtual ceremony, which will be held on 21 June.
Telling facial expressions
Smith grew up in Kansas and fell in love with science at an early age as she and her mother turned their kitchen into a makeshift laboratory. She started her first real lab work at the University of Kansas Medical Center at age 10 and began competing in science fairs. One of her many areas of interest was the human brain: She loved the detective show "Lie to Me" – about a scientist who is an expert at reading people's expressions – and she read deeply into the research it was based on.
In 2016, Smith was watching a video from the Michael J. Fox Foundation and realised that when Fox smiled, it appeared emotionally distant, even if the emotion behind the smile was authentic. Reading into medical literature, she found that the parts of the brain experiencing the earliest changes in Parkinson's disease are the same parts involved in forming facial expressions — or lack thereof, known as 'mask face'.
"I became really curious about this idea of whether I could use facial expressions to monitor changes in the brain, such as Parkinson's disease," said Smith.
AI propelling diagnosis
Observing these facial expression 'markers' was already a hallmark of professionals working with neurological conditions such as Parkinson's, but the changes of expressions had never been objectively quantified. However, Smith saw that artificial intelligence (AI) such as computer vision — which enables computers to derive information from images — could propel diagnosis beyond this barrier.
With the help of Parkinson's support groups, Erin Smith designed a study to capture video footage of people with and without Parkinson's. After locking herself in her basement to learn to code with the help of books and online courses, the young scientist processed the footage using facial recognition software and used this to train a computer vision algorithm to see how a person without Parkinson's makes certain expressions. After doing the same for people with Parkinson's, she demonstrated a measurable difference between the two groups, for the first time.
Facial expressions may change a decade prior to Parkinson being diagnosed
Parkinson's is usually diagnosed after the loss of motor function, which can occur up to a decade after changes in facial expressions start to manifest. Smith's innovation paves the way for widespread and accurate detection of Parkinson's symptoms years before traditional diagnosis and opens up the possibility of early intervention to delay disease progression. Today, her invention can predict Parkinson's disease with around 95% accuracy and other misidentified neural disorders with an accuracy of 93%.
"One of my largest hopes for this tool is that it would help improve the care of Parkinson's patients and also be used in drug development to develop disease-modifying therapeutics — in addition to this idea of early detection and intervention." says Erin Smith. "I hope FacePrint can help build this future and lead to a paradigm shift in the way that we view and treat degenerative nerve diseases."
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