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US provided intelligence that helped Ukraine target Russian warship
By Natasha Bertrand and Katie Bo Lillis, CNN
When Ukraine successfully targeted Russia’s prized warship last month with anti-ship cruise missiles, it had some help from the United States.
Ukrainian forces, having spotted the Russian warship in the Black Sea, called their American contacts for confirmation that it was in fact the Moskva, sources familiar with the events told CNN. The US responded that it was, and provided intelligence about its location. It is not clear whether the US knew Ukraine would move to strike the ship, however, and the US was not involved in that decision, the sources said.
“We routinely and have now for weeks been sharing information and intelligence about Russian units, both at sea and ashore, to help the Ukrainians defend themselves against this invasion. And we’re going to continue to do that,” Pentagon press secretary John Kirby told CNN’s Brianna Keilar on “New Day” Friday and reiterated his earlier statement.
Kirby had previously told CNN: “We did not provide Ukraine with specific targeting information for the Moskva. We were not involved in the Ukrainians’ decision to strike the ship or in the operation they carried out. We had no prior knowledge of Ukraine’s intent to target the ship. The Ukrainians have their own intelligence capabilities to track and target Russian naval vessels, as they did in this case.”
Asked Friday if US intelligence has resulted in Russian deaths, Kirby said, “I am not going to get into the specifics about the intelligence that we provide.”
He added: “The intelligence that we provide to Ukraine is legal, it’s lawful, it is legitimate, and it is limited. And we’re very careful about what we share and when we share it.”
The ship sank after it was struck by two Ukrainian cruise missiles on April 14, dealing a huge blow to the Russian military.
The episode, first reported by NBC News, reflects the Biden administration’s increasingly forward-leaning posture when it comes to sharing intelligence with Ukraine, part of a broader policy shift toward helping Ukraine defeat Russia decisively on the battlefield and significantly weaken its military.
But it also raises questions about what the red lines are for the US and Russia when it comes to US military support to Ukraine.
The US has for months provided Ukrainian forces with intelligence about Russian troop movements inside Ukraine, including intercepted communications about Russian military planning. It also provides Ukraine with maritime awareness information to allow the country to better understand the threat posed by Russian ships in the Black Sea, many of which are firing missiles onto Ukrainian territory.
There are also clear limits, however, to what the US will share, multiple sources told CNN.
For example, the US has so far declined to provide information to Ukraine about potential targets inside Russia itself. And while the intelligence the US shares about Russian troop movements inside Ukraine can include details like vehicles and types of personnel at a particular location, the US has not provided Ukraine with intelligence about specific Russian military leaders’ whereabouts, officials have said.
“We do not provide intelligence on the location of senior military leaders on the battlefield or participate in the targeting decisions of the Ukrainian military,” Pentagon press secretary John Kirby told reporters on Thursday.
Kirby added that “Ukraine combines information that we and other partners provide with the intelligence that they themselves are gathering on the battlefield, and then they make their own decisions, and they take their own actions.”
Following a series of military and logistical setbacks, Moscow has most recently concentrated efforts on the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine, which has been on the front line of the Russia-Ukraine conflict since 2014.
Heavy fighting continued on Thursday inside the Azovstal steel complex, according to Lt. Col. Denys Prokopenko, a Ukrainian commander at the plant. He claimed the Russians had broken their pledge to allow civilians to leave through evacuation corridors Thursday.
There are thought to be between 200 and 300 civilians still inside the plant, including 30 children. Since Sunday, it has been bombarded from land, sea and air.
“For two days now, the enemy has broken into the territory of the plant. There are heavy, bloody battles,” Prokopenko said.
This story has been updated with additional details.
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Positioned as a Leader Based on Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute
PLEASANTON, Calif., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Workday (NASDAQ:WDAY), a leader in enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources, today announced it has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. in the Leaders quadrant of the inaugural 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Service-Centric Enterprises* based on completeness of vision and ability to execute.
Workday Enterprise Management Cloud brings together core financials, human resources, and operational data in one adaptable system to help provide service-centric organizations with predictive insights, greater agility, and engaging experiences. Workday Financial Management, Workday Human Capital Management (HCM), Workday Adaptive Planning, Workday Accounting Center, Workday Prism Analytics, and Workday Spend Management can integrate seamlessly into the customer's technology ecosystem to help transform the way organizations operate across finance, human resources, and procurement.
Helping Customers to Accelerate Transformation
With more than 9,500 customers across 175 countries, Workday continues to deliver innovative solutions that help enable service-centric enterprises to navigate transformation in the changing world of work.
With Workday, service-centric organizations can:
- Gain more meaningful insights and adapt business strategies to match the speed of change. Employees and extended workers often represent the largest source of spend for service-centric organizations. By combining operational data with finance and worker data, organizations are empowered to make real-time, data-driven decisions to help maximize profitability and performance across talent populations. With Workday's intelligent data core, organizations can integrate and manage multiple data sources, allowing visibility across their ecosystem in one place. For example, an organization can respond to dynamic changes by modeling new strategies and taking action, as well as aligning the workforce to business needs.
- Fuel automation and increase efficiency in mission-critical business processes. Workday helps orchestrate seamless processing across the front, middle, and back office technology ecosystem, creating a connected and frictionless experience that helps increase employee productivity. For example, with the ability to conduct continuous accounting and embedded machine learning to help automate transactional processes, as well as workspaces that help enable collaboration across finance teams, employees have more time to focus on strategy and analysis.
- Unlock the potential of the most valuable resource – the workforce. Human capital is the most complex, multi-dimensional asset service-centric organizations have to manage. Workday helps organizations map people resources to business needs, including upskilling, job rotations, and training. In addition, with Workday Peakon Employee Voice, leaders can get real-time insight into employee sentiment so organizations can turn feedback into dialog and action. With these tools, organizations can better manage critical people resources to help improve retention and reduce attrition.
Ability to Execute Drives Customer Satisfaction
Workday achieved an industry-leading 97% customer satisfaction rating in its latest customer satisfaction survey driven by the ability to execute effectively for customers facing the growing challenges of today's volatile climate. Additionally, Gartner® Peer Insights™ documents customer experience through verified ratings and peer reviews. As of July 1, 2022, Workday customer reviews include the following:
- "Moving from an aging on-premise ERP solution to Workday was a breath of fresh air. Selecting Workday as our corporate HR ERP solution has provided us with stability, flexibility, and ease of use." — ERP Director in the Banking Industry [read full review]
- "Great tool that allows [us] to keep Finance and HR core operations within the same tool as a single source of truth." — Sr. Director of Information Systems in the IT Services Industry [read full review]
- "The actionable insights to optimize the process is commendable. Whether it is working hours or paid time off, everything is answered." — Center Head in the Higher Ed Industry [read full review]
Comments on the News
"We realize the importance of strong workflow and reporting capabilities to increase the efficiency in the organization, as well as having quick access to key data to drive business performance," said Duncan Magrath, chief financial officer, Alfa Financial. "Workday enables our finance and HR teams to streamline previously manual, time-consuming processes and gives us a real-time, holistic view of our business."
"With Workday, we have an enterprise system that enables us to both manage our workforce and the costs associated with our workforce in a single platform," said Rich Rogers, chief information officer, Prisma Health. "Our employees and contingent workers are happy with the user experience and streamlined workflows in Workday, and our finance team has a real-time view into our business, which simplifies our reporting and analysis. Combining our ability to manage our finances, supplies, and people in a single system helps us achieve our organizational goals to support exceptional service to our patients and their families."
"With Workday, we have been able to consolidate multiple systems and manual processes into one, which has been extremely beneficial for our business," said Wayne Sisco, executive vice president and chief financial officer, Redstone Federal Credit Union. "As part of our culture of accountability, Workday has allowed our employees to be less focused on transactions and spend more time on analytics and strategy through increased visibility and effective reporting."
"Workday was founded on the idea that enterprise systems must be fully interconnected to provide the capability and visibility modern enterprises need to be successful," said Sayan Chakraborty, executive vice president of product and technology, Workday. "We are proud to have been named a Leader in Cloud ERP for Service-Centric Enterprises. By bringing together systems and data and helping enable finance, procurement, and HR leaders to support their organizations, together we can deliver digital transformation for the changing world of work."
Additional Information
- Read the blog, "Workday Named a Leader in the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Service-Centric Enterprises"
- Get the report, "2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Service-Centric Enterprises"
- See a demonstration of Workday Financial Management, Workday Accounting Center, and Workday Adaptive Planning
*Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Service-Centric Enterprises, John Van Decker, Denis Torii, Tim Faith, Sam Grinter, Patrick Connaughton, 12 July 2022
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Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
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About Workday
Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources, helping customers adapt and thrive in a changing world. Workday applications for financial management, human resources, planning, spend management, and analytics have been adopted by thousands of organizations around the world and across industries – from medium-sized businesses to more than 50% of the Fortune 500. For more information about Workday, visit workday.com.
© 2022 Workday, Inc. All rights reserved. Workday and the Workday logo are registered trademarks of Workday, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements including, among other things, statements regarding Workday's plans, beliefs, and expectations. These forward-looking statements are based only on currently available information and our current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. If the risks materialize, assumptions prove incorrect, or we experience unexpected changes in circumstances, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements, and therefore you should not rely on any forward-looking statements. Risks include, but are not limited to, risks described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including our Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2022, and our future reports that we may file with the SEC from time to time, which could cause actual results to vary from expectations. Workday assumes no obligation to, and does not currently intend to, update any such forward-looking statements after the date of this release.
Any unreleased services, features, or functions referenced in this document, our website, or other press releases or public statements that are not currently available are subject to change at Workday's discretion and may not be delivered as planned or at all. Customers who purchase Workday services should make their purchase decisions based upon services, features, and functions that are currently available.
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MILWAUKEE (AP) — David Vassegh thought it would be make good TV to take a ride on Bernie Brewer’s slide before the Los Angeles Dodgers played in Milwaukee on Wednesday night.
It didn’t go quite according to plan.
The Dodgers television and radio reporter said he broke two bones in his right wrist and cracked six ribs when he tumbled and crashed into the padding at the end of his slide down “Bernie’s Chalet,” where Brewers mascot Bernie Brewer takes up residence behind the American Family Field left-field stands. Bernie celebrates Milwaukee homers with trips down the giant, white slide.
“I’ll learn not to do my own stunts from now on,” Vassegh quipped before the Dodgers’ Thursday afternoon game in Milwaukee.
Vassegh is the host of the “Dodger Talk” show that follows Dodgers radio broadcasts and periodically works as a reporter on Los Angeles’ telecasts as well. He was working in his television capacity when he went down the slide twice about four hours before the Dodgers’ Wednesday night game.
The first time, he was filmed at the top of the slide, and everything went fine. Then he went down again, so he could get footage of him coming down.
That’s when the problem occurred. Vassegh went sideways, and his right arm crashed into the padding.
“That time, it went a lot faster,” Vassegh said. “It was a lot slicker the second time. That’s where it got a little out of control at the end.”
Vassegh went to an urgent care facility and was back at work by the fifth inning. Vassegh had his right arm in a cast as he conducted a postgame interview with Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes.
“That one was for you,” Barnes told Vassegh after homering in the Dodgers’ 2-1 victory. “I know you had a little accident today on the slide, so we all rallied for you.”
Vassegh was back on the job Thursday, though he says he probably will need surgery when he gets home.
Bernie Brewer greeted him with flowers and a sign that read “0 Days Since Last Incident.” He also gave Vassegh a “Slide Instruction Manual” that read “It’s really not that hard.” Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner sent out a tweet poking fun at Vassegh over the situation.
Vassegh said he received over 200 texts from friends and players since taking his tumble.
“It’s been an outpouring of support — and also comedy at the same time,” Vassegh said.
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3rd newborn surrendered to same Safe Haven Baby Box in 5 weeks
CARMEL, Ind. (Gray News) – Another baby was safely surrendered to the Carmel Fire Department in Indiana.
This makes the third baby left at that location in just five weeks – two were surrendered in April.
There are 107 Safe Haven Baby Boxes across the country, and the Carmel’s box has seen a record number of surrenders, according to Safe Haven Baby Boxes.
Five infants have been surrendered so far in 2022, three of which were to the Carmel Fire Department location.
“The Carmel Clay community is honored that a mother in crisis would entrust her newborn baby to Carmel firefighters,” said Fire Chief David Haboush in a press release. “Our firefighters believe every baby deserves a home. We are proud to be able to do our part to ensure this baby finds their forever home.”
The Safe Haven Baby Box at the Carmel Fire Department is set up in a way that provides complete anonymity to the person who is leaving the baby.
The person opens a door on the side of the department’s building that holds a bassinet, which triggers a silent alarm to alert firefighters that a baby has been placed inside. The exterior door automatically locks to protect the baby.
Firefighters attend to the infant instantly and take it to the hospital for evaluation. The baby is then adopted within 30 to 45 days.
According to the organization, 19 babies have been surrendered inside Safe Haven Baby Boxes since 2017.
Safe Haven Baby Boxes are currently available in Indiana, Ohio, Arkansas, Florida, Kentucky and New Mexico.
If you need help finding a Safe Haven location, or to speak to a licensed counselor, call the National Safe Haven crisis hotline at 1-866-99BABY1.
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Portfolio addition will drive long-term shareholder growth
SAN FRANCISCO and INDIANAPOLIS, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Prologis, Inc. (NYSE: PLD) and Duke Realty Corporation (NYSE: DRE) today announced that the two companies have entered into a definitive merger agreement by which Prologis will acquire Duke Realty in an all-stock transaction, valued at approximately $26 billion, including the assumption of debt. The respective board of directors for Prologis and Duke Realty have unanimously approved the transaction.
"We have admired the disciplined repositioning strategy the Duke Realty team has completed over the last decade," said Prologis Co-founder, CEO and Chairman Hamid R. Moghadam. "They have built an exceptional portfolio in the U.S. located in geographies we believe will outperform in the future. That will be fueled by Prologis' proven track record as a value creator in the logistics space. We have a diverse model that allows us to deliver even more value to customers."
With the transaction, Prologis is gaining high-quality properties for its portfolio in key geographies, including Southern California, New Jersey, South Florida, Chicago, Dallas and Atlanta.
The acquisition on an owned and managed basis comprises:
- 153 million square feet of operating properties in 19 major U.S. logistics geographies.
- 11 million square feet of development in progress - about $1.6 billion in total expected investment.
- 1,228 acres of land owned and under option with a build-out of approximately 21 million square feet.
Prologis plans to hold approximately 94% of the Duke Realty assets and exit one market.
"This transaction is a testament to Duke Realty's world-class portfolio of industrial properties, long-proven success and sustainable value creation we've delivered over the years," said Duke Realty Chairman and CEO Jim Connor. "We have always respected Prologis, and after a deliberate and comprehensive evaluation of the transaction and the improved offer, we are excited to bring together our two complementary businesses. Together, we will be able to accelerate the potential of our business and better serve tenants and partners. We are confident that this transaction – including the meaningful opportunity it provides for shareholders to participate in the growth and upside from the combined portfolio — is in the best long-term interest of Duke Realty shareholders."
The transaction is anticipated to create immediate accretion of approximately $310-370 million from corporate general and administrative cost savings and operating leverage as well as mark-to-market adjustments on leases and debt. In year one, the transaction is expected to increase annual core funds from operations* (Core FFO), excluding promotes per share by $0.20-0.25. On a Core AFFO basis, excluding promotes, the deal is expected to be earnings neutral in year one.
Further, future synergies have the potential to generate approximately $375-400 million in annual earnings and value creation, including $70-90 million from incremental property cash flow and Essentials income, $5-10 million in cost of capital savings and $300 million in incremental development value creation.
"This transaction increases the strength, size and diversification of our balance sheet while expanding the opportunity for Prologis to apply innovation to drive long-term growth," said Tim Arndt, Prologis' chief financial officer. "In addition to generating significant synergies, the combination of these portfolios will help us deliver more services to our customers and drive incremental long-term earnings growth."
Under the terms of the agreement, Duke Realty shareholders will receive 0.475x of a Prologis share for each Duke Realty share they own. The transaction, which is currently expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2022, is subject to the approval of Prologis and Duke Realty shareholders and other customary closing conditions.
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. and Citigroup are serving as financial advisors and Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz is serving as legal advisor to Prologis. Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is serving as the lead financial advisor and Hogan Lovells US LLP is serving as legal advisor to Duke Realty. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Alston & Bird LLP are also serving as financial and legal advisors, respectively, to Duke Realty.
Webcast & Conference Call Information
Prologis will host a webcast and conference call today to discuss the transaction. Here are the event details:
- Monday, June 13, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern time.
- Live webcast at http://ir.Prologis.com by clicking Events & Presentations.
- Participant Toll-Free Dial-In Number: 1 (888) 330-2502; Conference ID: 7126328.
- A telephonic replay will be available from June 13 to June 27.
- The webcast replay will be posted when available in the Investor Relations "Events & Presentations" section at www.prologis.com.
About Prologis
Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate with a focus on high-barrier, high-growth markets. As of March 31, 2022, the company owned or had investments in, on a wholly owned basis or through co-investment ventures, properties and development projects expected to total approximately 1.0 billion square feet (93 million square meters) in 19 countries. Prologis leases modern logistics facilities to a diverse base of approximately 5,800 customers principally across two major categories: business-to-business and retail/online fulfillment.
About Duke Realty
Duke Realty Corporation owns and operates approximately 164.9 million rentable square feet of industrial assets in 19 major logistics markets. Duke Realty Corporation is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol DRE and is a member of the S&P 500 Index. More information about Duke Realty Corporation is available at www.dukerealty.com.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
The statements in this communication that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which Prologis and Duke Realty operate as well as beliefs and assumptions of Prologis and Duke Realty. Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact Prologis' or Duke Realty's financial results. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," and "estimates," including variations of such words and similar expressions, are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature. All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that Prologis or Duke Realty expects or anticipates will occur in the future — including statements relating to any possible transaction between Prologis and Duke Realty, rent and occupancy growth, acquisition and development activity, contribution and disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where Prologis or Duke Realty operate, Prologis' and Duke Realty's respective debt, capital structure and financial position, Prologis' and Duke Realty's respective ability to earn revenues from co-investment ventures, form new co-investment ventures and the availability of capital in existing or new co-investment ventures — are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although Prologis and Duke Realty believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, neither Prologis nor Duke Realty can give assurance that its expectations will be attained and, therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) Prologis' and Duke Realty's ability to complete the proposed transaction on the proposed terms or on the anticipated timeline, or at all, including risks and uncertainties related to securing the necessary shareholder approvals and satisfaction of other closing conditions to consummate the proposed transaction; (ii) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement relating to the proposed transaction; (iii) risks related to diverting the attention of Prologis and Duke Realty management from ongoing business operations; (iv) failure to realize the expected benefits of the proposed transaction; (v) significant transaction costs and/or unknown or inestimable liabilities; (vi) the risk of shareholder litigation in connection with the proposed transaction, including resulting expense or delay; (vii) the risk that Duke Realty's business will not be integrated successfully or that such integration may be more difficult, time-consuming or costly than expected; (viii) risks related to future opportunities and plans for the combined company, including the uncertainty of expected future financial performance and results of the combined company following completion of the proposed transaction; (ix) the effect of the announcement of the proposed transaction on the ability of Prologis and Duke Realty to operate their respective businesses and retain and hire key personnel and to maintain favorable business relationships; (x) risks related to the market value of the Prologis common stock to be issued in the proposed transaction; (xi) other risks related to the completion of the proposed transaction and actions related thereto; (xii) national, international, regional and local economic and political climates and conditions; (xiii) changes in global financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates; (xiv) increased or unanticipated competition for Prologis' or Duke Realty's properties; (xv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, including increased development costs due to additional regulatory requirements related to climate change; (xvi) maintenance of Real Estate Investment Trust status, tax structuring and changes in income tax laws and rates; (xvii) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that Prologis and Duke Realty maintain and their credit ratings; (xviii) risks related to Prologis' and Duke Realty's investments in co-investment ventures, including Prologis' and Duke Realty's ability to establish new co-investment ventures; (xix) risks of doing business internationally, including currency risks; (xx) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters; (xxi) risks related to the coronavirus pandemic; and (xxii) those additional factors discussed under Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in Prologis' and Duke Realty's respective Annual Reports on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. Neither Prologis nor Duke Realty undertakes any duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this communication except as may be required by law.
Additional Information
In connection with the proposed transaction, Prologis will file with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") a registration statement on Form S-4 ("Form S-4"), which will include a document that serves as a prospectus of Prologis and a joint proxy statement of Prologis and Duke Realty (the "joint proxy statement/prospectus"), and each party will file other documents regarding the proposed transaction with the SEC. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE FORM S-4 AND THE JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS AND OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE SEC, WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE, BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. A definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus will be sent to Prologis' and Duke Realty's shareholders. Investors and security holders will be able to obtain the Form S-4 and the joint proxy statement/prospectus free of charge from the SEC's website or from Prologis or Duke Realty. The documents filed by Prologis with the SEC may be obtained free of charge at Prologis' website at the SEC Filings section of www.ir.prologis.com or at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. These documents may also be obtained free of charge from Prologis by requesting them from Investor Relations by mail at Pier 1, Bay 1, San Francisco, CA 94111. The documents filed by Duke Realty with the SEC may be obtained free of charge at Duke Realty's website at the SEC Filings section of http://investor.dukerealty.com or at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. These documents may also be obtained free of charge from Duke Realty by requesting them from Investor Relations by mail at 8711 River Crossing Blvd. Indianapolis, IN 46240.
This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
Participants in the Solicitation
Prologis and Duke Realty and their respective directors, executive officers and other members of management may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies in respect of the proposed transaction. Information about Prologis' directors and executive officers is available in Prologis' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, its proxy statement dated March 25, 2022, for its 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and its Current Report on Form 8-K/A filed with the SEC on April 5, 2022. Information about Duke Realty's directors and executive officers is available in Duke Realty's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, its proxy statement dated March 2, 2022, for its 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and its Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 27, 2022. Other information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitation and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, will be contained in the joint proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction when they become available. Investors should read the joint proxy statement/prospectus carefully when it becomes available before making any voting or investment decisions. You may obtain free copies of these documents from Prologis or Duke Realty as indicated above.
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Topeka to host 2023 Junior College Indoor Track & Field National Championship
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The City of Topeka will play host to the 2023 Junior College Indoor Track & Field National Championship.
The announcement was made early Wednesday afternoon at Washburn University’s indoor athletic facility by Visit Topeka’s Mike Bell.
Visit Topeka also announced the official launch of the Topeka Area Sports Commission - a new committee to advocate for and strategically advance the sports scene in the capital city.
“The creation of the Topeka Area Sports Commission represents an exciting opportunity for Visit Topeka and our surrounding communities,” said Kent Lammers, chair of the Visit Topeka board. “This group will work collaboratively to improve the quality of life for existing residents, as well as those who are guests of our city. Our reputation as a leader in various aspects of sporting events will be enhanced by the work of this team. Game on, Topeka!”
At its April meeting, Visit Topeka said its Board of Directors voted to ratify the formation of the commission, which solidified its role in the community. It said the idea developed from conversations with community stakeholders who saw the need for a permanent organization dedicated to the advancement of sports in Topeka. It said the commission will improve the area’s sports landscape one project at a time for decades to come.
“Athletic competition instills priceless education in our young people. In coming months, TASC will be researching, building and promoting these classrooms we call fields, courts and complexes,” said Jake Farrant, president of Mammoth Sports Construction. “Topeka is blessed to have so many community leaders who want the absolute best for families raising children. I’m honored, passionate and eager to serve in this role as we shape Topeka’s youth-sports identity.”
Visit Topeka noted that Farrant was a key player in initial discussions about the possibility of the commission and has agreed to serve as the commission’s inaugural chair.
Soon, Visit Topeka said it expects to start recruiting volunteer leaders who will help advance the commission’s work to transform the city into a premier destination for sporting events of all kinds.
“I’m extremely grateful for Jake’s leadership and the support we’ve gotten from our Visit Topeka board,” said Sean Dixon, president of Visit Topeka. “Establishing this new sports commission is an incredible first step toward identifying and pursuing opportunities that will allow the Topeka area to set itself apart when it comes to creating and attracting sporting events that not only bring families to our capital city but that uplift those families already active in our community. I’m excited for our work to begin!”
The organization said Mike Bell will act as the director of the commission.
“It’s an honor to serve as director of the commission, and I look forward to partnering with community members and business owners to bring our many ideas to life,” said Bell, Visit Topeka’s vice president of sports sales and marketing. “Having worked in sports sales for almost a decade, I know our great city can become a first-class, sought-after destination for many different types of sporting events. I’m confident this new commission will make that goal a reality.”
Visit Topeka said bringing the Junior College Track & Field Championships to Topeka has been in the works for months.
Those interested in connecting with the commission should reach out to Bell at Mike@VisitTopeka.com.
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NEW YORK, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stroock & Stroock & Lavan is proud to celebrate the inclusion of two outstanding litigation attorneys — partner Naim Surgeon and associate TaLona Holbert — in The National Black Lawyers Top 100 for Florida and New York, respectively. The honor recognizes the top 100 African American lawyers in each state or region with reputations for providing excellent legal representation in their respective practice areas.
An experienced first chair trial lawyer, Surgeon serves as chief counsel in federal equity receivership matters. He maintains a nationwide federal and state litigation practice representing clients in class action defense, securities and investment-related fraud, intellectual property matters, antitrust claims, higher education litigation, labor and employment defense, and defense of claims related to Title III of the Helms-Burton Act. The National Black Lawyers previously named Surgeon to its Top 40 Under 40 lists in 2016 and 2017.
Holbert practice focuses on a range of complex disputes, including matters related to reinsurance, antitrust and real estate. She also dedicates a significant portion of her practice to advancing the rights of women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community pro bono. Holbert frequently volunteers with several organizations that share her goal of pursuing a more just society. The National Black Lawyers Top 100 New York's selection of Holbert this year marks her second consecutive year on the list.
Stroock provides strategic transactional, regulatory, and litigation advice to advance the business objectives of leading financial institutions, multinational corporations, and entrepreneurial businesses in the United States and globally. With a rich history dating back 140 years, the firm has offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, and Washington, D.C.
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| 2022-06-10T22:15:17Z
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OREGON CITY, Ore., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Following a competitive procurement process, Clackamas County has selected Fengate PCL Progress Partners (FP3) as the preferred proponent to design, build, finance, operate and maintain a much-needed new courthouse through a public-private partnership.
The FP3 consortium comprises:
- Developer: Fengate Asset Management (Fengate) and PCL Investments Inc.
- Design-Build Contractor: PCL Construction Services Inc. (PCL)
- Services Provider: Honeywell
- Design Services: DLR Group
Fengate is managing this investment as part of the firm's infrastructure strategy on behalf of its investors, including an investment fund owned by the LiUNA Pension Fund of Central and Eastern Canada.
The current Clackamas County courthouse is in urgent need of replacement. Built in 1936 to serve 50,000 residents, the facility can no longer handle the demands of a population of 420,000 that continues to grow. The gap between space availability and judicial needs of the growing population in the County has led to delays in trials and incarceration and affected child support hearings and civil litigation trials.
The current facility has been determined functionally obsolete and seismically unsound, causing safety concerns. A capacity shortage highlights the need for separate building circulation zones: there is currently a lack of separate paths for victims, witnesses, and prisoners/defendants. Jurors have no sequestration room on site, increasing potential improper communications.
The new Clackamas County Courthouse will be built on the County's Red Soils Campus in Oregon City and by moving here, courthouse users will be able to quickly access County departments including Social Services; Behavioral Health; Public Health; Juvenile; Veterans Services; and the Family Justice Center. Currently, residents need to drive to multiple buildings to access the various functions of County government. The County owns this land and utility infrastructure is already installed as a part of the master plan for the campus. The new 241,073 sq. ft. courthouse will feature 16 courtrooms, 17 judicial chambers, space for the District Attorney's Office, secure loading and staging areas, enhanced prisoner transfer facilities, jury assembly and grand jury spaces, safe corridors for courthouse users, and secure holding cells for violent offenders.
"We are honored to be selected to deliver this new, safe and secure courthouse with the features and services that the growing population of Clackamas County needs," said Mac Bell, Managing Director, Infrastructure Investments, Fengate. "We look forward to working closely with the County and bringing our team's deep experience to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the new facility for the community."
"We're thrilled to have the chance to partner with DLR, Fengate and Honeywell on this project," said Tyler Kautz, district manager for PCL Construction's Pacific Northwest group. "This public-private partnership project delivery model provides a unique opportunity to look at the goals for Clackamas County in order to build a courthouse that is not only iconic at completion but has long-term sustainability and lower operations lifecycle cost in mind."
In May 2021, Clackamas County Commissioners approved a plan to pursue a public-private partnership for the new courthouse, the first of its kind for Oregon, as this approach provides the best value in keeping with the County's commitment to affordability. The public-private partnership approach was determined to be the most cost-effective plan based on extensive analysis of alternatives and the new courthouse building will be built without any additional tax increases.
FP3 will design and build the new courthouse, then operate and maintain the facility over a 30-year period. FP3 is dedicated to fostering and enhancing the construction industry through supporting local and regional small and historically underutilized businesses by providing education, support, relationship building, networking and opportunities. The consortium's goal is to meet or exceed subcontracting goals utilizing local Disadvantaged Minority-Owned/Women-Owned/Emerging Small Businesses/Service-Disabled Veterans Business (D/M/W/ESB/SDVBE), Small Business Utilization goals and Construction Career Pathways Project (C2P2) initiatives. FP3 is committed to engaging in a substantial good faith effort to provide opportunities to Oregon certified local and D/M/W/ESB/SDVBEs, Small Businesses and C2P2s in the surrounding community and foster ongoing relationships with these businesses.
The County owns the courthouse and the State and the County will not make any payments until the building is completed and ready for occupancy. Upon completion, the State's contribution will be applied as a lump sum payment towards the private financing with the remainder repaid by the County over the remaining 30-year term of the project agreement. For more information, please visit the Clackamas County website.
About Fengate
Fengate is a leading alternative investment manager focused on infrastructure, private equity and real estate strategies. With offices in Ontario and Texas and team members across North America, Fengate is one of the most active real asset investors in North America and the firm has been investing in and developing public-private partnerships and infrastructure since 2006. Learn more at www.fengate.com
About PCL Investments
PCL Investments is the development and equity arm of the PCL family of companies, one of North America's most prolific public-private partnership (P3) general contractors. PCL Investments supports PCL's P3 bids through committed capital ensuring interests are aligned between clients and PCL.
About PCL Construction
PCL is a group of independent construction companies that carries out work across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and in Australia. These diverse operations in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets are supported by a strategic presence in more than 30 major centers. Together, these companies have an annual construction volume of more than $6 billion USD, making PCL one of the largest contracting organizations in North America. Watch us build at www.PCL.com.
About Honeywell
Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 technology company that delivers industry specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer, and more sustainable. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywell.com/newsroom.
About DLR Group
DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new construction, renovation, and adaptive reuse. Our promise is to elevate the human experience through design. This promise inspires sustainable design for a diverse group of public and private sector clients; local communities; and our planet. DLR Group is 100 percent employee-owned and fully supports the initiatives and goals of the 2030 Challenge, and is an initial signatory to the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment.
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DETROIT , Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Little Caesars Love Kitchen, a big rig pizza kitchen on wheels, is partnering with the Special Olympics Unified Cup Detroit 2022 to provide fresh pizza meals to approximately 800 of its athletes, volunteers, and staff. The serving will take place during the Men's & Women's Division One Championship Match at Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck, Michigan.
"Little Caesars is proud to help support the Special Olympics," said Greg Hamilton, senior vice president of marketing at Little Caesars. "The Unified Cup is such an exciting event, and we're excited to serve Little Caesars pizza to athletes from all over the world competing in the championship finals."
The Little Caesars Love Kitchen has served nearly 4 million people in the 48 contiguous states and four Canadian provinces. It has responded to natural disasters including the northern Michigan tornado in May 2022, as well as during national times of need, such as providing meals to first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. Established by Little Caesars in 1985, the Love Kitchen exemplifies Little Caesars strong tradition of giving back to the community.
"Little Caesars is always looking for a way to make a difference," said David Scrivano, president and CEO of Little Caesars. "Whether the Love Kitchen is serving the less fortunate, responding to a disaster, or celebrating the global community of athletes competing in the Unified Cup, we are committed to continuously building on our legacy of serving others and supporting our communities.
Local Little Caesars franchise owners and company regional offices donate all food and labor costs for the Love Kitchen servings. An estimated 50,000 Little Caesars franchise owners and employees have volunteered their time over the years to support the program in their local communities.
Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, Little Caesars was founded by Mike and Marian Ilitch in 1959 as a single, family-owned restaurant. Today, Little Caesars is the third largest pizza chain in the world, with stores in each of the 50 U.S. states and 27 countries and territories.
Known for its HOT-N-READY® pizza and famed Crazy Bread®, Little Caesars products are made with quality ingredients, like fresh, never frozen, mozzarella and Muenster cheese and sauce made from fresh-packed, vine-ripened California crushed tomatoes. Little Caesars is known for unique product offerings and promotions such as the Pretzel Crust pizza, Detroit-Style Deep Dish pizza, and the Crazy Calzony®. Additionally, the chain now offers 33 percent more pepperoni on its Classic pizza.
An exceptionally high growth company with more than 60 years of experience in the $145 billion worldwide pizza industry, Little Caesars is continually looking for franchisee candidates to join our team in markets around the world. In addition to providing the opportunity for entrepreneurial independence in a franchise system, Little Caesars offers strong brand awareness with one of the most recognized and appealing characters in the country, Little Caesar.
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With deficit falling, Biden highlights fiscal responsibility
By JOSH BOAK and FATIMA HUSSEIN
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden plans to highlight deficit reduction in remarks Wednesday at the White House, noting that the government will pay down the national debt this quarter for the first time in six years.
Biden will emphasize how strong job gains have increased total incomes and led to additional tax revenues that have improved the government’s balance sheet, said a White House official who previewed the speech on condition of anonymity.
Besides the quarterly reduction in the national debt, the Treasury Department estimates that this fiscal year’s budget deficit will decline $1.5 trillion. That decrease marks an improvement from initial forecasts and would likely put the annual deficit below $1.3 trillion.
The Democratic president has placed renewed emphasis on deficit reduction going into the midterm election, with administration officials saying that the burst of $1.9 trillion in coronavirus relief approved in 2021 has already paid off in the form of faster growth that now makes it easier to stabilize government finances.
Deficit reduction also matches a priority of Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, the key Democratic vote in the evenly split Senate who blocked the passage of Biden’s domestic and environmental agenda in December. The reduction also occurs amid rising interest rates on U.S. Treasury notes, a consequence of inflation running at a 40-year peak and the Federal Reserve’s efforts to reduce price pressures.
It is unclear if greater fiscal responsibility can deliver politically for Biden as Democrats try to defend control of Congress. His two most recent Democratic predecessors, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, also cut budget deficits, only to leave office and see their Republican successors use the savings on tax cuts.
Still, Biden hopes to draw a sharp contrast with former President Donald Trump, whom he beat in 2020. Trump, among a multitude of promises, pledged to lower the national debt yet failed to do so during any financial quarter of his presidency. Biden has repeatedly taken aim at that broken promise.
When unveiling his budget plan in March, Biden said that after his Republican predecessor’s “fiscal mismanagement” his administration is “reducing the Trump deficits and returning our fiscal house to order.”
One of the challenges for Biden is that voters have largely shrugged off deficit increases and seldom rewarded deficit cuts. Voters might discuss the idea of reducing deficits with pollsters, yet health care, incomes and inflation are often top of mind when casting their ballots.
Norman Ornstein, an emeritus scholar at the conservative American Enterprise Institute, noted that deficits are often “abstract” for voters. The recent low interest rates have also muted any potential economic drags from higher deficits, which have risen following the COVID-19 pandemic and, separately, the 2008 financial crisis, to help the economy recover.
“They’re more likely to respond to things that are in their wheelhouse or that they believe will have a more direct effect on their lives,” Ornstein said. Deficits are “a step removed for most voters, and we’ve been through periods where we’ve had the big deficits and debt and it’s not like it devastated directly people’s lives.”
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New Growth-Oriented Owners Will Maintain the Companies' Market Leadership in Competitive Delivery Times While Focusing on Product and Platform Expansion
CINCINNATI and COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LDR Growth Partners ("LDR") today announced the acquisition of the businesses of Cincinnati Radiator Inc. ("CRI") and Ohio Heat Transfer Ltd. ("OHT") in a private transaction closed last Monday. CRI and OHT are both U.S.-based, leading manufacturers of heavy-duty heat exchangers, radiators, and related air, oil, and hydraulic coolers. Since being established in 1994 and 2003 in the heart of the Midwest, the businesses have created an impeccable track record of quickly manufacturing and delivering their custom industrial products in mission critical situations for customers across agricultural, earthmoving, energy, forestry, hydraulics and transportation-focused markets.
"LDR believes foremost in the caliber of the teams and systems at Cincy Radiator and Ohio Heat Transfer as established under their founders' leadership," said Richard Sexton, partner at LDR. "Since inception, each of these businesses has cultivated an excellent standard of service and value for their customers, as evidenced by their long-standing blue-chip customer bases. For any boutique manufacturing operation, this is a huge testament to the company's ability to execute on product quality, timely delivery and customer service. Their history to-date really sets the stage for expansion."
"We as a team are excited and confident with LDR supporting our next phase to continue what has been built at Cincy Radiator and Ohio Heat Transfer," said Prasenjit Ray, General Manager of CRI and OHT. "LDR shares our passion for the industry and has the know-how to shift our growth into high gear while adding even more value to our customers. Excitement for the future is high since the transition announcement a few weeks ago."
The original owners founded CRI in 1994 and OHT in 2003 to be market champions of high-quality manufacturing standards and best-in-class customer service. Both companies lead the heat exchanger and radiator manufacturing market in delivery lead times, which has attracted loyal blue-chip OEM partners. In addition to robust operational processes, the speed-of-delivery aspects of the businesses have been further sustained by domestic sourcing of most input components, which aligns well with North American "near-shoring" market demand as supply chain challenges continue across industrial markets. LDR looks forward to steering value enhancements for the existing and prospective client bases and scaling the businesses through vertical integration and production capacity expansion, each while maintaining the businesses' core competency in competitive delivery times across all offerings.
"We are confident in our decision for LDR Growth Partners to continue our legacy and vision for Cincy Radiator and Ohio Heat Transfer throughout its next phase of ownership," said Mark Epure, co-founder of CRI and OHT. "LDR shares our passion for North American small business and has a track record of strong results in industrial markets. As founders, we appreciate the attention and care the LDR team has shown throughout the process and look forward to the future."
LDR has a dedicated focus on leading investor groups in acquiring and growing unique, cash flow generating businesses in the manufacturing, industrial products and transportation sectors. The company currently owns and operates Whitman Controls, a 50-year manufacturer of process automation controls with large, multinational customers across a range of industries, and Mustang Motorcycle Products LLC, a world-renowned manufacturer of custom, aftermarket motorcycle seats and accessories.
"At LDR, our approach is to bring capacity and growth leadership to companies poised for scale in a methodical manner that complements strong management teams while identifying areas for new value creation," continued Sexton. "We're ready to invest further in the people, technology, and equipment required for CRI and OHT customers domestically and internationally."
Cincinnati Radiator ("CRI") was founded in 1994 and Ohio Heat Transfer ("OHT") in 2003 by an entrepreneurial family team led by Mark and Phyllis Epure. Both organizations operate across two locations in the Greater Cincinnati and Columbus areas (Fairfield and St. Clairsville) and serve major industrial OEM customers. Each business holds a strong reputation for high-quality manufacturing of custom heat exchangers and radiators for application in the infrastructure and transportation markets.
LDR Growth Partners ("LDR") supports growth-oriented businesses, management teams, and entrepreneurs with equity capital and precision support to scale operations and maximize returns under a spirit of market leadership, creativity, and innovation. LDR is led by a five-person cross-functional leadership team, and was founded in 2011 by U.S. Army Officers, with a common vision for business leadership and the power of building, supporting, and growing exceptional teams. LDR is also the owner of LDR Advisory Partners and LDR Leadership, firms that focus on improving company, employee, and leadership performance. The company has offices in Stamford, CT, Houston, TX, and Washington DC.
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| 2022-08-08T15:41:27Z
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NEW YORK, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Practical Pain Management (PPM), a leading digital health brand that serves pain-treating clinicians and published by Remedy Health Media, is honored to be the establishing sponsor of the Fudin Award for Pain and Palliative Care Mentorship, presented by the Society of Pain & Palliative Care Pharmacists Foundation (SPPCP Foundation).
With a particular focus on education, this award will be given annually to a mentor working to hone the skills of rising clinicians in the field of chronic pain management through palliative care, advanced pain practice, and/or clinical pharmacy. The Fudin Award for Pain and Palliative Care Mentorship will honor individual clinicians who have demonstrated a commitment to both medicine and purpose in their daily practice through remarkable mentorship, a devotion to patient-centered care and education as well as inter-professional collaboration, and a sense of practicality and humor – representing the legacy of Dr. Jeffrey Fudin, or what those who know him best call "the Fudin Factor."
The inaugural award and namesake will honor Jeffrey Fudin, PharmD, FCCP, FASHP, FFSMB.
Dr. Fudin joined the PPM Editorial Advisory Board in 2014 and has served as Co-Editor-at-Large, with Jeff Gudin, MD, since the summer of 2018. Described as an icon and trailblazer throughout the pain management community, which he has served for more than 4 decades, Dr. Fudin is someone who always seeks to find an educational lesson in a case or treatment decision, including as part of his own healthcare, which took a turn in 2021 when he received a terminal cancer diagnosis. Full of what he calls "lemonade" posts from the past year of his journey with colon cancer, from initial diagnosis to medication management to insurance struggles – his personal blog exhibits relentless dedication to educating those on both the giving and receiving side of care.
SPPCP Foundation President Chris Herndon, PharmD, BCAPC, FASHP, FCCP, says, "Dr. Fudin has shaped the way many of us practice, teach, and advocate in our professional lives. I cannot think of a more fitting recognition."
Says Dr. Gudin, Dr. Fudin's Co-Editor and close colleague, "Dr. Jeffrey Fudin's passion and dedication to pain and palliative care education is unmatched. For the decades that I have known and worked with him, Dr. Fudin has strived not only to increase his knowledge in our field of chronic pain management but also has made it his life's work to pass on that knowledge to his students and peers. I have been fortunate enough to work closely with many of his former students and residents, and it is remarkable how his innate dedication to patient care and education has been imparted to those he mentored. He is a true icon in our field and 'the Fudin Factor' will live on through this legacy award."
Adds PPM Executive Managing Editor Angie Drakulich: "Dr. Fudin's determination to learn, uncover, and challenge the way that chronic disease care is delivered, even using his own experience to educate others, is unrivaled. He has shaped numerous lives and careers, even on the edges of his work, including mine."
When notified of PPM's plans for the award, Dr. Fudin shared: "I'm just overwhelmed by learning the impact I have had – one advantage of knowing your time on earth is limited…. I'm speechless and most appreciative."
About Dr. Jeffrey Fudin
Jeffrey Fudin, PharmD, FCCP, FASHP, FFSMB, has served as a clinical pharmacy specialist in pain management at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany, New York, since 1982, where he also directed and founded the PGY2 Pharmacy Pain Residency. Dr. Fudin is a founding member and inaugural Trustee for the Society of Pain and Palliative Care Pharmacists (SPPCP). Dr. Fudin has been a staunch advocate for patients with chronic pain and an educator to providers for appropriately monitoring and interpreting opioid risks. He earned his doctorate from the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and completed an American Cancer Society sponsored oncology/hematology fellowship at SUNY Upstate Medical University. View full bio.
About the SPPCP Foundation
The SPPCP Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Society of Pain and Palliative Care Pharmacists. Established in 2022, the aim of the SPPCP Foundation is to support and recognize clinicians providing high quality care, education, and advocacy for patients in pain, with serious illness, or at the end-of-life.
About PPM
Practical Pain Management (PPM) was founded in the year 2000 to provide in-depth clinical information on a variety of pain conditions and treatment approaches. Written and reviewed by pain experts and leaders in the field, PPM helps clinicians navigate the evolving landscape of pain management, from the latest research in assessment to novel approaches in care to bring about the best long-term outcomes for individual patients.
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NY mobster who escaped federal custody rearrested in Florida
Published: Apr. 5, 2022 at 10:01 AM CDT
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — A New York mobster who escaped federal custody in Florida has been rearrested.
The U.S. Marshals Service says 64-year-old Dominic Taddeo was apprehended “without incident” in Hialeah on Monday.
Taddeo was in the final year of his sentence when he escaped from a federal halfway house in Orlando on March 28.
The federal Bureau of Prisons said he failed to return from an authorized appointment and “was placed on escape status.”
Taddeo pleaded guilty in 1992 to racketeering charges that included the killings of three other mobsters.
A federal judge denied Taddeo’s request for compassionate release last year.
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GEM Digital's investment commitment helps scale up world's first global Layer 1, Proof of Authority Web3 financial ecosystem in 150 countries
OSLO, Norway, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reltime AS is pleased to announce a strategic investment partnership with GEM Digital Limited, a digital asset investment firm based in The Bahamas.
Reltime has developed the world's first global Layer 1, Proof of Authority (PoA) blockchain and Web3 financial ecosystem. Reltime's goal is by 2025 for 100,000,000 people and enterprises to be financially free and do more with money by sending, receiving, withdrawing, depositing, borrowing, lending, earning, swapping, interacting and transacting on the Metaverses and in the real world.
Accelerating the global uptake, roll-out and optimisation of its Web3 ecosystem, Reltime is offering cutting-edge, white-labelled B2B2C and Web3 embedded finance solutions to partners on all continents. For a 24-page presentation on Reltime, please visit https://reltime.com/pitch.
Peter Michel Heilmann, CEO, Reltime in Amsterdam
GEM Digital's commitment provides Reltime with the opportunity to scale up following years of game-changing Research and Development (R&D), while bolstering its activities in 150 countries and taking the company to the next level.
With this latest commitment, Reltime intends to launch and further develop new technologies and solutions, including but not limited to:
- The world's first Web3 biometric payment card with cold storage and ID (more details will be announced in a separate press release shortly).
- Reltime's state-of-the-art Proof of Deposit (PoD) protocol, which provides more secure and safe solutions for safeguarding the financial assets of people and businesses world-wide.
- Reltime DEX (Decentralised Exchange) and Reltime NFT Marketplace, which can also be white labelled. Reltime already enables businesses, developers, and others to build and launch new products, services, tokens, marketplaces and NFTs on top of its Layer 1, Proof of Authority blockchain.
- FastTrack to Web3, a three-week, white-labelled, custom-built, and all-in-one B2B2C Web3 Banking as a Service (W3BaaS) solution for companies and trusted brands wishing to enter the Web3 embedded finance (blockchain) space.
- Reltime's Metaverse SDK (software development kit), allowing companies, developers, and partners to provide Reltime's white-labelled products, services and solutions on different Metaverses.
Reltime will soon commence the off-net integration of its physical, biometric and virtual cards, e-money, BIN and IBAN (SWIFT, SEPA and Faster Payment System (FPS), UK). Further information on Reltime's ecosystem development can be found at https://www.reltime.com/whitepaper (pages 70-72).
Both parties also agreed that GEM's portfolio companies will explore cross-pollination opportunities, capitalising on Reltime's Layer 1, PoA blockchain and Web3 financial ecosystem.
"This global investment commitment represents an enormous opportunity for Reltime to strengthen our mission and vision and gives us a major boost of confidence that we are on the right track," says Marlene Julo, co-founder, Chair, CFO and anchor investor, Reltime. "We envision a world where the power belongs in the hands of the people—regardless of income, background, gender, race, ethnicity, banked, unbanked or underbanked status."
"We warmly welcome GEM on board as our new strategic investment partner, which opens new doors and broadens our global investor base," says Peter Michel Heilmann, CEO, Reltime. "Following years of extensive R&D and hard work, Reltime is now ready to scale up and go global, offering unique, disruptive and valuable products and services. The investment commitment will significantly boost our ability to introduce new innovative technologies and solutions to the global marketplace."
About GEM
GEM Digital Limited is a digital asset investment firm. Based in The Bahamas, the firm actively sources, structures, and invests in utility tokens listed on over 30 CEXs and DEXs globally.
With offices in New York, Paris and The Bahamas and founded in 1991, Global Emerging Markets ("GEM") is a USD 3.4 billion alternative investment group that manages a diverse set of investment vehicles focused on emerging markets across the world. GEM's investment vehicles provide the group and its investors with a diversified portfolio of asset classes that span the global private investing spectrum.
About Reltime
Reltime is the world's first global, Layer 1, Web3 financial ecosystem. Headquartered in Oslo, Reltime is building a new global financial tribe of people and businesses eager to take back control of their finances. The idea behind Reltime germinated when Frode van der Laak, inventor and co-founder, started to deep-dive into blockchain along with a team of students and a professor at King's College London in 2018.
Reltime's global Web3 financial ecosystem empowers people and businesses world-wide to take back control of their finances. Reltime members are able to send, receive, withdraw, deposit, borrow, lend, earn, swap, interact, transact and open joint accounts within and outside the Web3 financial ecosystem in 150 countries. They can also create their own ecosystem within Reltime. In addition, the company offers disruptive and cutting-edge white-labelled B2B2C and Web3 embedded finance solutions to partners around the world. Individual developers and tech companies are encouraged to create fantastic applications into Reltime's Web3 financial ecosystem, utilising OpenAPI, decentralised applications (dApps) and smart contracts.
Reltime has listed its RTC token on several global digital asset exchange platforms, including BitMart and CoinTiger, and has subsidiaries in Norway (Conax Technology AS, established in January 2010), Lithuania and El Salvador.
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Caraway honored for his entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact
HUMBLE, Texas and HOUSTON, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: TCBX) (the "Company" or "Third Coast"), the bank holding company for Third Coast Bank, SSB, and Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Bart Caraway was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2022 Central South Award finalist. Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies.
Mr. Caraway was selected by a panel of independent judges according to the following criteria – entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact – among other core contributions and attributes.
"Being named a finalist for such a prestigious award is humbling," said Mr. Caraway. "Third Coast started as a $17 million de novo bank in 2008 with five employees working on temporary folding tables in the Humble, TX headquarters. In November 2021, Third Coast completed its IPO. Fast forward to today, Third Coast is a $3 billion bank and one of the fastest growing financial institutions in the nation.
"I strongly believe that Third Coast Bank's accomplishments are not about one individual, rather our combined achievements. Therefore, I am excited to share this very special recognition with our management team and more than 330 employees in 13 branches across the state of Texas," concluded Caraway.
For over 35 years, EY US has celebrated the unstoppable entrepreneurs who are building a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous world for all. The Entrepreneur Of The Year program has recognized more than 10,000 US executives since its inception in 1986. Entrepreneur Of The Year Award winners have exclusive, ongoing access to the experience, insight and wisdom of fellow alumni and other members of the entrepreneurial community in over 60 countries — all supported by vast EY resources.
About Third Coast Bancshares, Inc.
Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. is a commercially focused, Texas-based bank holding company operating primarily in the Greater Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin-San Antonio markets through its wholly owned subsidiary, Third Coast Bank, SSB. Founded in 2008 in Humble, Texas, Third Coast Bank, SSB conducts banking operations through 13 branches and one loan production office encompassing the four largest metropolitan areas in Texas. Please visit https://www.tcbssb.com for more information.
About the Entrepreneur Of The Year Program
Entrepreneur Of The Year is the world's most prestigious business awards program for unstoppable entrepreneurs. These visionary leaders deliver innovation, growth and prosperity that transform our world. The program engages entrepreneurs with insights and experiences that foster growth. It connects them with their peers to strengthen entrepreneurship around the world. Entrepreneur Of The Year is the first and only truly global awards program of its kind.
The Entrepreneur Of The Year celebrates entrepreneurs through regional and national awards programs in more than 145 cities in over 60 countries. Regional award winners will be announced on June 23, 2022. The regional winners will then be considered by the National independent judging panel, and National awards will be presented in November at the Strategic Growth Forum®, one of the nation's most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies. The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2023. More information about the Entrepreneur Of The Year is available at www.ey.com/us/eoy.
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The membership collective amplifies BIPOC voices and brands in the specialty food industry
NEW YORK, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Specialty Food Association (SFA) is excited to announce that (included) will debut at the 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show. A membership collective of CPG companies led and mostly owned by Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, and other CEOs of color, (included) is dedicated to mutual success, advocacy for diverse representation, and a commitment to amplifying BIPOC voices and brands in the specialty food industry.
"I'm excited to partner with (included) and for their debut at the Summer Fancy Food Show," said Bill Lynch, SFA president. "Our DEI Committee has been working hard on initiatives, and this is an important step for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the specialty food industry."
Open to BIPOC who hold the top leadership position in any CPG company across the ecosystem, (included) will have a pavilion comprised of 10 brands at the Show, which runs June 12-14 at the GBAC-certified Javits Center in New York City.
"(included) is more than just an organization for BIPOC CEOs. It is a volunteer-led community and a place to create belonging for those sometimes on the margin. (included) hopes to improve the chances for success for BIPOC brands. We do this by creating opportunities for the food industry to find and create meaningful connections with our member companies," said Clara Paye, Unite Foods.
The goal of (included) is to help buyers and press find BIPOC-led and founded companies at the Show by connecting them with (included) members. In addition to the debut of (included) at the Show, the SFA is seeking to evolve the program into one of many signature strategic programs showcasing the SFA's commitment to diversity including community composition, experiences, and ideas.
The 10 companies exhibiting at the (included) pavilion are:
- AYO Foods
- Bon AppéSweet
- Green Sahara
- Good Food For Good
- Hrbvor
- Mighty Gum
- Mocktail Club
- Sweet Logic
- Waju
- wildwonder
The (included) pavilion will be one of many exciting features at the Show:
- Hot trends from the SFA Trendspotter Panel 2022 Predictions and Winter Fancy Food Show
- Startup Pavilion - up and coming makers
- Incubator Village - incubators from around the country
- Category-focused Pavilions including Beverages; Cheese; Chocolate; Confectionery, Snacks and Sweets; Deli
- U.S. State and International (Europe, Asia, and South America) Pavilions
- sofi™ Awards winners from 2022 + announcements of Product of the Year and New Product of the Year
- Education programming, including the new 2022 State of the Specialty Food Industry research
- What's New and What's Hot showcases
- Presentation of the Lifetime Achievement and Leadership Awards, and induction of the current Class of the Specialty Food Hall of Fame
- End-of-Show Food Rescue and Donation with City Harvest
Open only to the trade, the 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show is the largest B2B-only specialty food and beverage show in the U.S. The SFA is working with New York City to ensure that all show safety protocols meet the needs of the specialty food community.
About the Specialty Food Association
The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has been the leading trade association and source of information about the $170.4 billion specialty food industry for 70 years. Founded in 1952 in New York City, the SFA represents manufacturers, importers, retailers, distributors, brokers, and others in the trade. The SFA is known for its Fancy Food Shows; the sofi™ Awards, which have honored excellence in specialty food and beverage for 50 years; the Trendspotter Panel Show reports and annual predictions; the State of the Specialty Food Industry Report and Today's Specialty Food Consumer research; the ecommerce enabled SFA Product Marketplace, where members showcase products and sell directly to qualified buyers; SFA Feed, the daily source for industry news, trends and new product information, and Spill & Dish: A Specialty Food Association Podcast.
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HOUSTON, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oasis Petroleum Inc. (NASDAQ: OAS) ("Oasis") announced today that its Board of Directors has, subject to certain conditions, declared a special dividend of $15.00 per share of Oasis common stock. The special dividend is being declared in connection with, and its payment is subject to, the closing of Oasis' previously announced merger (the "Merger") with Whiting Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: WLL) ("Whiting").
The special dividend would be payable following the closing of the Merger to Oasis' stockholders of record as of the close of business on the first business day following the date on which both Oasis' shareholders and Whiting's shareholders have approved the Merger and related matters. The special meetings of Oasis' shareholders and Whiting's shareholders to consider and vote upon the Merger and related matters are each scheduled for June 28, 2022. If requisite shareholder approvals are obtained on June 28, 2022 and all other closing conditions are timely satisfied, the Merger is expected to close on July 1, 2022 and the special dividend would be payable on July 8, 2022.
The payment of the special dividend is conditioned on the closing of the Merger, which remains subject to the approval of both Oasis' and Whiting's shareholders and other customary closing conditions. There can be no assurance that all such closing conditions will be satisfied by July 1, 2022, that the closing of the Merger will occur on July 1, 2022 or that the Merger or related transactions will occur at all. For the avoidance of doubt, the record date will be prior to closing of the Merger and therefore Whiting shareholders will not be entitled to payment of the special dividend in respect of the shares of Oasis common stock received as consideration for the Merger.
Certain statements made herein are not historical facts but are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as "may", "should", "would", "plan", "intend", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "seem", "seek", "continue", "future", "will", "expect", "outlook" or other similar words, phrases or expressions. These forward-looking statements include statements regarding Whiting's or Oasis' industry, future events, the Merger between Whiting and Oasis, the estimated or anticipated future results and benefits of the combined company following the Merger, the near- and long-term success of the combined company following the Merger, potential opportunities the combined company may have, the success of the combined company's brand identity, anticipated timing of the closing of the Merger, and other statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based on current expectations and are not predictions of actual performance. These statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties regarding Whiting's and Oasis' businesses and the Merger, and actual results may differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the possibility that stockholders of Whiting and Oasis may not approve the merger agreement; the risk that a condition to closing of the Merger may not be satisfied, that either party may terminate the merger agreement or that the closing of the Merger might be delayed or not occur at all; potential adverse reactions or changes to business or employee relationships, including those resulting from the announcement or completion of the transaction; the diversion of management time on transaction-related issues; the ultimate timing, outcome and results of integrating the operations of Whiting and Oasis; the effects of the business combination of Whiting and Oasis, including the combined company's future financial condition, results of operations, strategy and plans; the ability of the combined company to realize anticipated synergies in the timeframe expected or at all; changes in capital markets and the ability of the combined company to finance operations in the manner expected; regulatory approval of the transaction; the effects of commodity prices; the risks of oil and gas activities; and the fact that operating costs and business disruption may be greater than expected following the public announcement or consummation of the Merger.
Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described above can be found in Whiting's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, as amended, which is on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available on Whiting's website at www.whiting.com under the "Investor Relations" tab, and in other documents Whiting files with the SEC, including the Registration Statement (as defined below); and in Oasis' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, which is on file with the SEC and available on Oasis' website at www.oasispetroleum.com under the "Investors" tab, and in other documents Oasis files with the SEC, including the Registration Statement.
All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and are based on information available at that time. Neither Whiting nor Oasis assumes any obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward-looking statements were made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events except as required by federal securities laws. As forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties, caution should be exercised against placing undue reliance on such statements.
This communication is being made in respect of the Merger involving Whiting and Oasis. The Merger will be submitted to stockholders of Whiting and stockholders of Oasis for their consideration and approval at a special meeting of the respective stockholders of each. Whiting and Oasis have filed with the SEC, in connection with the solicitation of proxies for the special meeting of Whiting's stockholders and the special meeting of Oasis' stockholders, a joint proxy statement/prospectus in preliminary and definitive form (the "Definitive Proxy Statement") and a Registration Statement on Form S-4 relating to the Merger (the "Registration Statement"), of which the Definitive Proxy Statement forms a part. The Registration Statement was declared effective by the SEC on May 24, 2022, and the Definitive Proxy Statement was mailed to the stockholders of Whiting and the stockholders of Oasis on or about May 24, 2022. Investors and security holders of Whiting and Oasis are each advised to read the Registration Statement and any amendments thereto, the Definitive Proxy Statement and other relevant documents to be filed by Whiting and Oasis with the SEC because they contain important information about the Merger and the parties to the Merger. Investors and security holders may obtain a free copy of the Registration Statement, the Definitive Proxy Statement, any amendments or supplements thereto and other relevant documents filed by Whiting and Oasis with the SEC from the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Copies of documents filed with the SEC by Whiting are available free of charge at Whiting's website at www.whiting.com under the "Investor Relations" tab or by directing a request to: Investor Relations Department at (303) 837-1661 or BrandonD@whiting.com. Copies of documents filed with the SEC by Oasis are available free of charge at Oasis' website at www.oasispetroleum.com under the "Investors" tab or by directing a request to: Oasis' Investor Relations Department at (281) 404-9600 or ir@oasispetroleum.com.
Whiting and Oasis and their respective directors, executive officers, other members of management, and employees, under SEC rules, may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies of Whiting's stockholders and Oasis' stockholders in connection with the Merger. Information regarding the directors, executive officers, other members of management, and employees of each of Whiting and Oasis is included in the Definitive Proxy Statement and certain of Whiting's and Oasis' other SEC filings made subsequent to the date of the Definitive Proxy Statement. To the extent holdings of Whiting's or Oasis' securities by such individuals have changed since the amounts printed in the Definitive Proxy Statement, such changes have been or will be reflected on Initial Statements of Beneficial Ownership on Form 3 or Statements of Changes in Beneficial Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC, if such individual is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 16. Additional information regarding the identity of potential participants and their direct or indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, is set forth in the Definitive Proxy Statement and other materials to be filed with the SEC in connection with the special meeting of Whiting's stockholders and the special meeting of Oasis' stockholders.
This document is not intended to and does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to subscribe for or buy or an invitation to purchase or subscribe for any securities or the solicitation of any vote in any jurisdiction pursuant to the Merger or otherwise, nor shall there be any sale, issuance or transfer of securities in any jurisdiction in contravention of applicable law. Subject to certain exceptions to be approved by the relevant regulators or certain facts to be ascertained, the public offer will not be made directly or indirectly, in or into any jurisdiction where to do so would constitute a violation of the laws of such jurisdiction, or by use of the mails or by any means or instrumentality (including facsimile transmission, telephone and the internet) of interstate or foreign commerce, or any facility of a national securities exchange, of any such jurisdiction
Oasis Petroleum Inc. is an independent exploration and production company with quality and sustainable long-lived assets in the Williston Basin. The Company is uniquely positioned with a best-in-class balance sheet and is focused on rigorous capital discipline and generating free cash flow by operating efficiently, safely and responsibly to develop its unconventional onshore oil-rich resources in the continental United States. For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.oasispetroleum.com.
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PITTSBURGH (AP) — The victory party took on the feel of an evangelical worship service after Doug Mastriano won Pennsylvania’s Republican gubernatorial primary this month. As a Christian singer led the crowd in song, some raised their arms toward the heavens in praise.
Mastriano opened his remarks by evoking Scripture: “God uses the foolish to confound the wise.” He claimed Pennsylvanians’ freedom would be “snatched away” if his Democratic opponent wins in November, and cast the election in starkly religious terms with another biblical reference: “Let’s choose this day to serve the Lord.”
Mastriano, a state senator and retired Army colonel, has not only made faith central to his personal story but has woven conservative Christian beliefs and symbols into the campaign — becoming the most prominent example this election cycle of what some observers call a surge of Christian nationalism among Republican candidates.
Mastriano — who has ignored repeated requests for comment from The Associated Press, including through his campaign last week — has rejected the “Christian nationalist” label in the past. In fact, few if any prominent candidates use the label. Some say it’s a pejorative and insist everyone has a right to draw on their faith and values to try to influence public policy.
But scholars generally define Christian nationalism as going beyond policy debates and championing a fusion of American and Christian values, symbols and identity.
Christian nationalism, they say, is often accompanied by a belief that God has destined America, like the biblical Israel, for a special role in history, and that it will receive divine blessing or judgment depending on its obedience.
That often overlaps with the conservative Christian political agenda, including opposition to abortion, same-sex marriage and transgender rights. Researchers say Christian nationalism is often also associated with mistrust of immigrants and Muslims. Many Christian nationalists see former President Donald Trump as a champion despite his crude sexual boasts and lack of public piety.
Candidates seen as Christian nationalists have had mixed success in this year’s Republican primaries, which typically pitted staunch conservatives against opponents even further to the right.
There were losses by some high-profile candidates, such as U.S. Rep. Madison Cawthorn and an Idaho gubernatorial hopeful, Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin. The former spoke of a “spiritual battle” on Capitol Hill and a need for “strong, God-fearing patriots.” The latter was photographed holding a gun and a Bible and said, “God calls us to pick up the sword and fight, and Christ will reign in the state of Idaho.”
Some of Idaho’s Republican primaries for the Legislature were won by candidates touting Christian values or sharing priorities with Christian nationalists, such as sports bans for transgender athletes. U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., who uses biblical phrasing to “be a watchman on the wall” against those seeking to “destroy our faith,” easily won her primary.
Watchers of Christian nationalism consider Mastriano’s win — in a rout, with 44% in a crowded field despite opposition from the state party establishment — by far the highest-profile victory for the movement.
Mastriano has called the separation of church and state a “myth.”
After his victory, the comments section of his campaign Facebook page had the feel of a revival tent:
“Praise Jesus!” “God is smiling on us and sending His blessings.” “Thank you Father God!!”
Mastriano “is a unique case where he really does in his speeches highlight this apocalyptic idea” where his supporters and causes are on God’s side, said Andrew Whitehead, sociology professor at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis and co-author of “Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States.”
“It literally is good and evil,” he continued. “There’s no room for compromise, so that is the threat to democracy.”
In the book, Whitehead and co-author Samuel Perry measured rates of Christian nationalism by drawing on a 2017 Baylor University survey. It gauged opinions on such things as America’s role in God’s plan and whether the U.S. should be declared a Christian nation, advance biblical values and allow school prayer and religious displays in public places.
Their research found about one in five Americans align with many of those views. That’s down from nearly one in four a decade earlier, just as Americans have become less religious overall. But Whitehead said Christian nationalists, who are more numerous among Republicans, can be expected to maintain their fervor.
Christian nationalism is emerging alongside and in some cases overlapping with other right-wing movements, such as the conspiratorial QAnon, white supremacy, and denialism over COVID-19 and the 2020 election. Christian prayers and symbols featured prominently in and around the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection there.
Mastriano, who sought to overturn Pennsylvania’s vote for Joe Biden in 2020, attended the rally preceding the attack and chartered buses to bring others. Though he says he left when things turned violent, video showed he passed through “breached barricades and police lines,” according to a Senate Judiciary Committee report.
Robert Jones, CEO of the Public Religion Research Institute, said those Jan. 6 displays were not surprising.
According to a recent survey by the institute, white evangelical Christians were among the strongest supporters of the assertion that God intended America as a “promised land” for European Christians. Those who backed that idea were far more likely to agree that “true American patriots may have to resort to violence … to save our country.”
“To my mind, white Christian nationalism is really the threat,” Jones said.
Conservative Christian themes are also playing a role in local elections, including in blue states, although many proponents say they view it not as nationalism but as supporting their religious freedom and values.
Pastor Tim Thompson of 412 Church in Murrieta, California, who hosts a YouTube channel with more than 9,600 subscribers and envisions a conservative future for the state, recently started a political action committee aiming to “take back our school boards” and give parents authority over curriculum.
“We don’t want teachers or any other adults talking to our kids about sex,” Thompson said. “We don’t want teachers categorizing our kids into oppressed or oppressor. These are not political issues. They are moral and biblical issues.”
Judeo-Christian values are the foundation of America, he argued.
“People are afraid to speak up for these values because they are afraid that the left is going to slap a label like ‘racist’ or ‘Christian nationalist’ on them,” Thompson said. “I don’t care about those labels, because my wife, children, church and community know who I am.”
Pastor Jack Hibbs of Calvary Chapel Chino Hills in Chino Hills, California, has also sought to influence local elections. While he does not let candidates campaign at the church, he frequently offers endorsements as a way of signaling to his flock those who are “pro-family, pro-life and pro-freedom.”
But “the hair on my neck goes up” when he hears the term “Christian nationalism,” he said. And he was embarrassed to see Christian imagery during the Jan. 6 riot: “That was a sad day, to see those sacred symbols and words pimped like that.”
Elizabeth Neumann, chief strategy officer for Moonshot, a tech company that aims to counter online violent extremism, disinformation and other harms, said Christian nationalism began picking up steam around 2015 amid a rising narrative of purported persecution of Christians.
Neumann, who served in the George W. Bush and Trump administrations and grew up in an evangelical Christian household, called the movement “heretical and idolatry” and an “apocalyptic vision (that) very often leads to violence.” Many pastors are pushing back against it, she added.
“I see Christian nationalism as the gasping, dying breath of the older generation in America that is afraid that Christians are going to be replaced,” she said.
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Bharath reported from Los Angeles.
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ATLANTA, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Randstad USA today announced that it has earned a perfect score of 100 on the 2022 Disability Equality Index® from the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and Disability:IN. This is the third consecutive year that Randstad has achieved this top score.
"Ensuring Randstad is an inclusive and equitable environment for all of our employees is at the core of all that we do," said Denise Dettingmeijer, Chief Financial Officer, Randstad North America and executive sponsor of Randstad's Abilities in Motion business resource group. "We are honored to once again receive the best possible score on this year's Disability Equality Index and are committed to finding new ways to further disability and inclusion for both our employees and our customers."
The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. As a top-scoring business ranking 80 or above, Randstad has been recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion."
"Achieving this score on the Disability Equality Index reflects the hard work of everyone at Randstad to foster a workplace culture that is as inclusive as possible," said Audra Jenkins, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Randstad North America. "We are eager to continue to engage with and learn from the disability community on how to create accessible, inclusive work environments. I also want to thank our Abilities Business Resource Group (BRG) which has been instrumental in raising awareness of issues impacting our diabled team members."
The DEI is the world's most comprehensive benchmarking tool to help companies improve in disability inclusion. Each participating company receives a score on a scale of zero to 100. Over 400 corporations used the Disability Equality Index this year to measure their disability inclusion efforts.
"Companies can no longer treat diversity and inclusion as an afterthought," said Rebecca Henderson, CEO of Randstad Global Businesses and Randstad N.V. Executive Board Member. "Randstad aligns itself with efforts like the Disability Equality Index to continue our leadership in establishing and executing initiatives that are successful in making progress on workplace equity and inclusion."
The DEI is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation's largest disability rights organization, and Disability:IN, the global business disability inclusion network, to collectively advance the inclusion of people with disabilities. Learn more at www.DisabilityEqualityIndex.org.
About Randstad USA
Randstad North America, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Randstad N.V., the world's largest HR services provider. Driven to become the world's most valued 'working life partner', supporting as many people as possible in realizing their true potential throughout their working life, we provide companies with the high quality, diverse, and agile workforces they need while helping people get rewarding jobs and stay relevant in the ever-changing world of work. In 2021, Randstad had on average 39,530 corporate employees and generated revenue of € 24.6 billion.
Randstad's North American operations comprise 6,530 associates and a deployed workforce of 92,900 in the U.S. and Canada. In addition to staffing and recruitment, Randstad offers outsourcing, consulting and workforce management solutions for generalist and specialist disciplines, including technology, engineering, accounting and finance, clinical and non-clinical healthcare, human resources, legal, life sciences, manufacturing and logistics, office and administration and sales and marketing. Global concepts available to North American client companies include RPO, MSP, integrated talent solutions, payrolling and independent contractor management and career transition services. Learn more at www.randstadusa.com or www.randstad.ca.
About the Disability Equality Index®
The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. Each company receives a score, on a scale of zero (0) to 100, with those earning 80 and above recognized as a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion."
The DEI is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation's largest disability rights organization, and Disability:IN, the global business disability inclusion network, to collectively advance the inclusion of people with disabilities. The organizations are complementary and bring unique strengths that make the project relevant and credible to corporations and the disability community. The tool was developed by the DEI Advisory Committee, a diverse group of business leaders, policy experts, and disability advocates. Learn more at: www.DisabilityEqualityIndex.org.
About the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD)
AAPD is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power for people with disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the 60+ million Americans with disabilities. Learn more at: www.aapd.com.
About Disability:IN®
Disability:IN is a global organization driving disability inclusion and equality in business. More than 400 corporations partner with Disability:IN to create long-term business and social impact through the world's most comprehensive disability inclusion benchmarking and reporting tool, the Disability Equality Index (DEI); best-in-class conferences and programs; expert counsel and engagement; and public policy leadership. Join us at disabilityin.org/AreYouIN #AreYouIN.
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NEW YORK, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Vertiv Holdings Co ("Vertiv") (NYSE: VRT) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that: (a) purchased or otherwise acquired Vertiv securities between February 24, 2021, and February 23, 2022, inclusive; and/or (b) purchased Vertiv shares in or traceable to the Company's secondary public offering of Class A common stock conducted on or around November 4, 2021.
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Russia bans Canadian senators in latest ‘counter’ sanctions
By Rachel Aiello
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OTTAWA (CTV Network) — Russia has banned most Canadian senators from entering the country, in its latest volley of counter sanctions.
According to a statement posted on the Russian foreign ministry’s website, 86 of the current 90 senators are now on the “stop list” or “black list” of foreigners that will be denied entry to the Russian Federation. Russia also added one former member of the upper chamber, Sen. Diane Griffin, to the list, totaling 87. Of the four current senators not on Russia’s latest list, one of them, Sen. Percy Downe, acknowledged he’d already been banned.
“Welcome Fellow Senators. Have been on this list/barred from Russia since 2017 when I supported the passing of the #MagnitskyAct. I think my speech ‘that the current Russian government was a criminal organization masquerading as a government’ was the tipping point,” he tweeted on Wednesday.
Sen. Tony Dean was also absent from the list, he told CTV News that he’d be “writing to complain immediately.”
The embassy’s statement indicates sanctioning the vast majority of the Senate’s representatives is being done “on the basis of reciprocity,” over Canada’s “hostile” Russian sanctions.
The Canadian government has been imposing sanctions on an ongoing basis on a wide list of top Russian government and military officials as well as on wealthy and influential oligarchs in an effort to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin to end his attacks on Ukraine.
In March, Russia sanctioned hundreds of MPs and other Canadians including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly and Defence Minister Anita Anand, in retaliation for supporting Ukraine.
Russia is warning that further counter-sanctions “are planned,” including expanding its “stop list.”
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A court in Mexico on Friday ordered the arrest warrants of 83 people allegedly involved in the 2014 disappearance of 43 students, the prosecutor's office said in a statement.
The orders were issued against "20 military commanders and troop personnel from battalions 27 and 41 in the city of Iguala, as well as five administrative and judicial authorities from the state of Guerrero; 26 police officers from Huitzuco; six from Iguala and one from Cocula; plus 11 state police from Guerrero and 14 members of the Guerreros Unidos criminal group," the statement said.
The group is accused of "organized crime, forced disappearance, torture, homicide and crimes against the administration of justice," the prosecutor's office said.
The prosecutor's office did not identify those allegedly involved and only added that both the arrests and the accusations in each case "will be disclosed in the corresponding criminal process."
As of Saturday afternoon, the institutions had not made a public statement on the arrest warrants. CNN asked them for comments, and they have not responded.
The students had been visiting the southwestern city of Iguala from a teacher's college in Ayotzinapa when their buses were intercepted by local police and the federal military forces in September 2014. Exactly what happened after remains unknown, since most of the missing students were never found. But bullet-riddled buses were later seen in the city's streets with shattered windows and blood.
Survivors from the original group of 100 said their buses had been stopped by armed police officers and soldiers who suddenly opened fire. The case ignited international outrage.
The judge's decision Friday was released hours after the former attorney general of Mexico, Jesús Murillo Karam, was also arrested in relation to the disappearances. Murillo Karam led the state's investigation into the disappearance.
The prosecutor's office said it considers him a suspect of "the crimes of forced disappearance, torture and against the administration of justice, in the 'Ayotzinapa' case."
CNN does not know if Murillo Karam has legal representation or how he declares himself before the accusations.
The former attorney general's arrest and the issuance of the arrest warrants took place a day after a government truth commission presented a report concluding the disappearance of the students was a "crime of the state," in which members of "the Guerreros Unidos criminal group and agents from various institutions of the Mexican state" participated, Mexico's Undersecretary for Human Rights, Population and Migration Alejandro Encinas said.
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said on Friday that the government will continue to work to capture those involved in the crime and find out what exactly happened to the missing students.
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- Honor marks Dow's second consecutive year receiving this designation
MIDLAND, Mich., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second consecutive year, Dow (NYSE: DOW) has been named a 2022 honoree of The Civic 50 by Points of Light, the world's largest organization committed to inspiring, equipping, and engaging people to take action to change their communities and the world.
"As we celebrate 125 years as a Company, this recognition illustrates the importance we've placed — and continue to place — on engaging with our communities," said Howard Ungerleider, president and chief financial officer of Dow and chair of the Dow Company Foundation. "Investing in and protecting our people and communities has always been a priority for Dow and we are proud to work together with so many like-minded organizations to create a more sustainable future."
For ten years, The Civic 50 has provided a national standard for corporate citizenship. It showcases how companies can use their time, skills, and resources to drive social impact in their communities and company. The Civic 50 honorees are companies with annual U.S. revenues of at least $1 billion and are selected based on four dimensions of their corporate citizenship and social impact program: investment of resources, integration across business functions, institutionalization through policies and systems, and impact measurement.
"Throughout our history, we have invested in the communities where we work and live because we are committed to cultivating a spirit of service and partnership," said Rebecca Bentley, Dow's vice president of Public Affairs and Dow Company Foundation director. "Our community mindset is not only built on giving back, but also on creating solutions that spark positive change for the people we serve, the communities where we live and the broader world around us."
The dimensions of The Civic 50 are aligned with Dow's Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) focus, showcasing and recognizing the value that community mindedness creates for all stakeholders. Guided by this ESG focus, Dow's global citizenship strategy, meaningful partnerships and purpose-driven programs - such as the Business Impact Fund, #PullingOurWeight, the ALL IN ERG Fund, and the creation of Dow's Volunteer and ERG Participation Policy - helped the Company better navigate challenges and grow impact to deliver positive change.
"Corporate leadership and commitment to civic engagement is critical for strengthening communities," said Natalye Paquin, president and chief executive officer of Points of Light. "Our most recent global research shows 86% of people say they expect companies to take action on a social issue. Companies like Dow are leading the way and setting an example of how you can leverage your employee talent, business models and assets to create deep impact that drives transformational change."
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(NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership to achieve profitable growth and deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates 104 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $55 billion in 2021. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.
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JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s government on Monday failed to pass a bill extending legal protections for settlers in the occupied West Bank, marking a major setback for the fragile coalition that could hasten its demise and send the country to new elections.
The failure to renew the bill also highlighted the separate legal systems in the West Bank, where nearly 500,000 Jewish settlers enjoy the benefits of Israeli citizenship while some 3 million Palestinians live under military rule that is now well into its sixth decade. Three major human rights groups have said the situation amounts to apartheid, an allegation Israel rejects as an assault on its legitimacy.
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s coalition remains in power. But Monday’s vote underscored the weaknesses and divisions in the fragile alliance and raised questions about how long it can survive.
Emergency regulations in place for decades have created a separate legal system for Jewish settlers in the West Bank, applying parts of Israeli law to them — even though they live in occupied territory and not within sovereign Israeli land.
These regulations expire at the end of the month and if they are not renewed, that legal system, which Israel has cultivated for its settlers in the West Bank since it captured the territory in 1967, will be thrown into question. It could also change the legal status of the 500,000 settlers living there.
Proponents of extending the law say they are merely seeking to maintain a status quo and preserve the government’s shelf life. Opponents say extending the regulations would deepen an unfair system.
However, Monday’s vote — defeated by a 58-52 margin — went far beyond the contours of the legal debate. Instead, it served as a key test of the government’s prospects for survival, creating a paradoxical situation where some of the settlements’ biggest opponents in the government voted for the bill, while hard-line parties that support the settlements voted against it in order to weaken the government.
The coalition, made up of eight ideologically distinct parties that include both supporters and opponents of the settlements, came together last year and pledged to sidestep divisive issues that could threaten its survival. Monday’s vote showed just how difficult that mission has been.
The vote did not immediately topple the government, and it is still possible for the coalition to present a modified version of the legislation.
“As always after we lose, we will return stronger and win in the next round,” said Foreign Minister Yair Lapid, the chief architect of the governing alliance, in a statement on Twitter.
But the setback indicated the government’s days could be numbered. One of the coalition’s members, the nationalist New Hope, has already threatened to bolt if the coalition cannot pass the measure. If New Hope leaves, it could give the opposition the votes it needs to trigger new elections or form a new government.
“Any coalition member who doesn’t vote for this law that is so central is an active participant in its demise,” Justice Minister Gideon Saar, leader of New Hope, said before the vote.
He also warned that defeating the bill would create “legal chaos” in the West Bank and harm Israeli settlers.
The votes of certain lawmakers, including renegade hard-liners in the coalition as well as Ra’am, an Arab Islamist group that made history as the first Arab party to join an Israeli coalition, were closely watched. In many cases, these lawmakers did not attend the vote.
The opposition meanwhile, made up mainly of nationalist parties led by former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, showed its willingness to forsake its pro-settlement ideology in order to bring down the coalition.
Bennett’s Yamina party issued a statement accusing Netanyahu and his Likud party of banding together with leftist settlement opponents to serve the former prime minister’s personal interests. “The Likud will burn the state for Netanyahu’s needs,” it said, vowing to find a way to pass the required legislation.
Bennett has faced hurdles before. Idit Silman, the coalition whip from Bennett’s small, nationalist party, quit the coalition earlier this year, leaving the government with 60 seats in the 120-seat Knesset — surviving immediate defeat but struggling to govern. Ghaida Rinawie Zoabi, another legislator from Meretz also quit, but later rejoined after being promised a raft of benefits for her constituents, Palestinian citizens of Israel.
In the end, Silman skipped Monday’s vote, while Zoabi bucked her coalition partners and voted against the bill, giving a thumbs-down as she cast her vote.
Bennett’s government came together last year after two years of political mayhem, with four elections producing no clear winner. The eight coalition members were united by their goal of ousting Netanyahu — the longtime prime minister who now heads the opposition, from where he is battling corruption charges — and have sought to work around their issues to keep him out of power.
Israel captured the West Bank, Gaza Strip and east Jerusalem in the 1967 Mideast war. It later annexed east Jerusalem in a move that is not recognized internationally and pulled out troops and settlers from Gaza in 2005. But hundreds of thousands of Israelis reside in over 120 settlements dotting the West Bank, along with more than 2.5 million Palestinians.
Since Israel has never annexed the territory, it technically remains under military rule, creating a bewildering legal reality. For Jewish settlers in the West Bank, most of Israel’s criminal and civilian laws apply. They vote in Israeli elections, enlist for compulsory military service and pay their taxes to the state.
Palestinians, meanwhile, are subject to a different set of laws, adding to the confusion — and often inequality.
If the government does not find a new solution in the coming weeks, settlers will automatically fall under military rule, like Palestinians in the West Bank, according to Emmanuel Gross, an Israeli expert on criminal and international law and a former military judge.
Basic, everyday relations between settlers and the state will crumble: Israel won’t be able to levy taxes and police won’t be able to investigate criminal offences, among other things, Gross said. The status of Palestinian inmates being held in Israeli prisons will also be challenged, as Israel uses this same set of emergency regulations to hold prisoners outside of occupied land.
“The entire legal basis of what happens with the settlers today will be cancelled. This can cause chaos,” he said, adding that he expected the government would find a way to ensure the regulations are extended.
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ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — A wind-stoked wildfire that has been raging near a popular resort in southwestern Turkey has been largely brought under control, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday.
The blaze erupted Tuesday in the Bordubet region, near Marmaris on the Aegean Sea coast, and spread rapidly, blackening swaths of pine forest and driving hundreds of people from their homes.
Speaking to reporters after an inspection of the area, Erdogan said an estimated 4,000 hectares (nearly 9,900 acres) of forest was affected by the fire. Reforestation efforts would begin as soon as possible, he said.
“We saw a (fire) in one small area but other than that, thank God, it has been brought under control to a large extent,” he told reporters.
More than 45 people people were affected by the blaze and 19 of them were taken to hospitals for treatment, Erdogan said.
“We are happy above all, that there was no loss of life and no one was reported missing,” he said.
Authorities on Thursday detained a 34-year-old man who allegedly confessed to having started the fire following a dispute with family members, Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said.
Erdogan said he favored heavy punishment for people convicted for igniting wildfires, adding that the country should also start a debate on whether to restore the death penalty.
More than 2,500 firefighters and 41 water-dropping planes and helicopters were deployed to fight the blaze. On Friday, a plane from Azerbaijan and three helicopters from Qatar joined their efforts.
More than 400 people have been evacuated from their homes as a precaution, Turkey’s disaster management agency, AFAD, said.
Extended drought conditions in several Mediterranean countries, a heat wave last week that reached northern Germany and high fuel costs for aircraft needed to fight wildfires have heightened concerns across Europe this summer.
Last summer, blazes that were fed by strong winds and scorching temperatures tore through forests in Turkey’s Mediterranean and Aegean regions, including Marmaris. The wildfires, which killed at least eight people and countless animals, were described as the worst in Turkey’s history.
The government came under criticism for its inadequate response and preparedness to fight large-scale wildfires, including a lack of modern firefighting planes.
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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. , May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MoEngage announces a new WhatsApp Business Integration that will allow enterprises to gather insights and run personalized WhatsApp campaigns for different customer segments to boost engagement, retention, and revenue.
Since 2019, there has been a pivotal shift in consumer buying patterns – consumers have started making more and more important buying decisions on their smartphones. According to a study by Google, mobile searches for "best place to buy XYZ" have increased by 70%, and 59% of consumers mentioned that the convenience of shopping on their mobile device is important when deciding which brand or retailer to buy from.
As consumer preferences and buying patterns evolve, it is crucial for enterprises to keep up and capture a touchpoint with their customers at the right stage in the buying journey. Since smartphones have become an integral part of this journey, enterprises need to expand their available communication channels to include WhatsApp.
MoEngage's insights-led engagement platform allows enterprises to learn what their customers are looking for on their mobile app or website, use AI to predict what next steps their customers are going to take, and help them automatically send contextually relevant recommendations, alerts, and reminders on multiple communication channels.
With this partnership, enterprises can now have personalized communication with their tech-savvy, mobile-first customers on WhatsApp.
Why enterprises cannot afford to ignore WhatsApp
Available across 180 different countries and supporting 20 vernacular languages, WhatsApp is used the most by consumers in the age group of 26 to 35 – the internet-savvy audience.
According to AISensy, while 54% of consumers prefer using WhatsApp to receive shipment status and delivery updates, 50% of consumers use WhatsApp for appointments and to get notifications of upcoming events and 23% of consumers want to receive promotional offers from their favorite brands via WhatsApp.
As more enterprises adopt WhatsApp, the WhatsApp team is improving how businesses can communicate with their customers. For example, earlier enterprises were limited to sending timely notifications, making it difficult to follow up with their customers outside of a 24-hour window. To enable seamless and timely interactions between enterprises and their customers, WhatsApp now supports more types of messages, for example, to let customers know when an item is back in stock. After witnessing the importance of periodic updates from health authorities about responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, the team is also working on making a similar kind of service available for more types of conversations.
Personalized and relevant communication is key
Assume that customers search for home gardening kits, browses a few products, and gets distracted by an important email, causing them to abandon their shopping process. MoEngage will observe this behavior, gather insights, and prompt enterprises to send this particular customer a WhatsApp message reminding them of ongoing discounts on home gardening kits as long as they have requested to receive them.
"By teaming up with Meta, we aim to bridge the gap between enterprises and their customers by allowing them to leverage insights about their customers, their journeys, and the long-term impact of WhatsApp campaigns on key business metrics like LTV, revenue, retention, and product stickiness", added Raviteja Dodda, the CEO and co-founder of MoEngage.
About MoEngage
MoEngage is an insights-led customer engagement platform trusted by more than 1000 global consumer brands such as Ally Financial, McAfee, Flipkart, Nestle, T-Mobile, Travelodge, and more. MoEngage empowers marketers and product owners with insights into customer behavior and the ability to act on those insights to engage customers across the web, mobile, email, social, and messaging channels. Consumer brands across 35 countries use MoEngage to power the digital experiences for over 1 billion customers every month. With offices in nine countries, MoEngage is backed by Steadview Capital, Multiples Private Equity, Eight Roads, F-Prime Capital, Matrix Partners, Ventureast, and Helion Ventures.
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LONDON (AP) — A defiant British Prime Minister Boris Johnson insisted Wednesday that he is getting on with his job, as he faced Parliament for the first time since 41% of his own party’s lawmakers called for him to quit.
Johnson has been left teetering after surviving a no-confidence vote by Conservative Party legislators by a narrower-than-expected margin. A total of 148 of the 359 Tory lawmakers voted against him in Monday’s ballot.
Johnson says he plans to move on and focus on bread-and-butter issues such as clearing national health care backlogs, tackling crime, easing a cost-of-living crisis and creating high-skilled jobs in a country that has left the European Union.
“As for jobs, I’m going to get on with mine,” he told lawmakers during the weekly Prime Minister’s Questions session in the House of Commons.
But Johnson’s party opponents say they have not given up on pushing him out. They fear that Johnson, his reputation tarnished by revelations of boozy government parties that breached COVID-19 regulations, will doom the party to defeat in the next national election, which is due to be held by 2024.
Still, Conservative lawmakers dutifully cheered Johnson during a noisy Prime Minister’s Questions, while opponents relished the prime minister’s problems.
Opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer said any Conservatives inclined to give Johnson another chance would be disappointed.
“They want him to change — but he can’t,” Starmer said.
Scottish National Party leader Ian Blackford called Johnson “a lame duck prime minister presiding over a divided party in a disunited kingdom.”
Blackford compared Johnson to comedy troupe Monty Python’s character the Black Knight, who has his limbs lopped off in battle, all the while proclaiming “It’s only a flesh wound!”
And Labour lawmaker Angela Eagle asked: “If 148 of his own backbenchers don’t trust him, why on Earth should the country?”
Johnson replied that “in a long political career so far, I have of course picked up political opponents all over the place.”
But he said “absolutely nothing and no one … is going to stop us getting on and delivering for the British people.”
While Conservative Party rules bar another no-confidence vote for 12 months, those rules can be changed by a handful of lawmakers who run a key Conservative committee. Johnson also faces a parliamentary ethics probe that could conclude he deliberately misled Parliament over “partygate” — which is traditionally a resigning offense.
With opinion polls giving Labour a lead nationally, Johnson will face more pressure if the Conservatives lose special elections later this month for two parliamentary districts where incumbent Tory lawmakers were forced out by sex scandals.
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Digital Finance Forum of Global Digital Economy Conference 2022 Kicked off
BEIJING, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the development of information technology, the world has entered the era of digital economy. The modern financial industry is one of the industries with the highest degree of digitization and the closest ties to the digital economy as well as an important driver of growth for the high-quality development of the digital economy.
The Digital Finance Forum of the Global Digital Economy Conference (hereinafter referred to as GDEC) 2022 kicked off in the Beijing Banking & Insurance Business Park in Shijingshan District on July 30. As an important part of the thematic forums of this GDEC, the Digital Finance Forum is organized by the Shijingshan District People's Government of Beijing Municipality and Asia Digital Group. The forum, as a platform for in-depth exchange, centered on building a bridge for financial industries, driving financial innovation and digital strategic upgrade under the new dual-cycle pattern and helping the development of digital finance in China's capital.
Wang Wei, First Class Inspector of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Information Technology, Zhao Weijiu, Member of Standing Committee of CPC of Beijing Local Financial Supervision and Administration, Deputy Director of Beijing Local Financial Supervision and Administration, Li Xin, Deputy Secretary of CPC Beijing Shijingshan District, Mayor of Shijingshan District People's Government of Beijing Municipality, Zhu Dongfang, President of Asia Digital Group and other guests were present on site. Over 20 important guests in the financial sector from 10+ countries were invited to attend the forum offline or online to discuss the transformation of the digital financial industry with focus on the trend of digital finance. More than 100 visitors from financial institutions and enterprises joined the on-site events, supplemented with online links involving 1.2 million people.
Adopting the Market-Oriented Operation Led by Government
Nowadays, the digital economy with the deep integration of information technology and the real economy has become a global trend, and the corresponding financial digital transformation has also become the main task of financial industry transformation when the government-led and market-oriented operation plays an irreplaceable role.
According to the speech delivered by Wang Wei, First Class Inspector of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Information Technology, Beijing, centering on the construction of the national financial management center, will further promote the innovative practice of digital finance, in cooperation with the Beijing Local Financial Supervision and Administration to build a modern digital financial system in China's capital, improve the level of digital finance supporting the development of the real economy, and help the construction of Beijing into a global model city of digital economy. It is necessary to take such measures as supporting the implementation of key digital financial institutions and major projects, improving the digitalization of financial infrastructure, increasing the openness of public data and social data, accelerating the implementation of the Beijing Digital Economy Promotion Regulations, deepening the construction of the Beijing International Data Exchange and the Zone for Financial Data and providing data of higher quality as a key factor of production.
Zhao Weiju, Member of Standing Committee of CPC of Beijing Local Financial Supervision and Administration, Deputy Director of Beijing Local Financial Supervision and Administration, pointed out in his speech that Beijing's fintech will take the deepening of digital industrialization and financial digitization as the main task, with focus on both the supply side and the demand side, give full play to the synergistic effect of financial reform and financial opening and take stronger steps to enhance the innovation of a modern digital financial system that fits the positioning of the capital so as to build a strong and solid network for building Beijing into a benchmark city for the global digital economy. Great efforts will be made to foster the main body of the digital financial industry, strengthen the R&D and innovation of digital financial technology, expand the experience of the digital financial application scenarios, construct and improve the supervision system of digital finance, and optimize the industrial layout of digital finance.
Li Xin, Deputy Secretary of CPC Beijing Shijingshan District, Mayor of Shijingshan District People's Government of Beijing Municipality, noted in his speech that Shijingshan District has seized development opportunities and issued the Five-Year Plan for Digital Economy, in alignment with the development orientation of the Beijing Banking & Insurance Business Park given by the State Council to build a National Financial Industry Demonstration Zone. In this way, the financial digital transformation is regarded as the support of strategic importance for the development of regional digital economy. In order to further promote the development of digital finance, Li Xin proposed four guarantees, that is, building a consensus on cooperation to promote the development of digital finance, creating an ecological environment conducive to the its development, fostering new drivers of growth for digital finance and constructing the "circle of friends" of digital finance.
Jointly Exploring the Path to Future via Exchange of Ideas
Lenny Zhao, Vice President and Head of Visa Consulting and Analytics (VCA), Visa Greater China, delivered a speech themed as "Responsible Innovation Fostering the Sustainable Development of Digital Payment", reflecting the thinking and commitment of the world's leading digital technology companies to digital payment security to advance the sustainable development of the digital economy.
Fan Bin, VP & Senior Partner, IBM Consulting Greater China Group, General Manager, IBM Consulting China Financial Service Sector, delivered a speech on the theme of "Let's Create a Digital Finance New Era", and Jin Songhua, CFO of Microsoft Greater China talked about "AI Empowers Innovation for Sustainable Growth", both expounding their ideas for the future of new digital finance, and sharing their experience in the development of digital finance in related industries. Fiona Ma, Treasurer of California, USA, Tom Simpson, Managing Director, China Operations & China Chief Representative China-Britain Business Council, Arno Oudijn, Financial Counsellor at the Netherlands Embassy and Kasia Greco, Vice President, Vienna Chamber of Commerce & Industry delivered speeches on topics such as "UK-China Digital Finance Overview and Outlook" and "Fintech Developments, an Outsiders' Perspective". They have explored new trends and hot issues in the development of digital finance from a broader perspective beyond the industry to seek for opportunities to deepen cooperation and development with digital finance in China.
The roundtable discussion around "Critical Thinking with Digital Intelligence to Reconstruct Financial" was moderated by Zhang Li, executive vice president of Asia Digital Group. A lively discussion on digital intelligence, the core of the transformation of the digital financial format was presented among guests including Li Xianxia, Member of Standing Committee of CPC Beijing Shijingshan District, Deputy Mayor of Shijingshan District People's Government of Beijing Municipality, Li Wenhua, Deputy Mayor of Shijingshan District People's Government of Beijing Municipality, Zhang Ning, Director of the Central University of Finance and Economics, Liu Dongmin, Director of the Division of International Finance, Institute of World Economics and Politics, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, Li Junping, Vice President of Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, Michael Jing, Senior Vice President of BOE, Du Xiaozheng, GM of Business Analysis Division at GienTech, Chairman of Data Development Committee at GienTech, Bu Renhai, Data Solutions Expert of China Information.
Promoting Steady Progress in Digital Financial Innovation Guided by Think Tank
In order to further enhance and promote the development of digital finance in Shijingshan District, this Digital Finance Forum witnessed the signing of the strategic cooperation framework agreement between the Shijingshan District People's Government and Asia Digital Group, represented by Li Xianxia, Member of Standing Committee of CPC Beijing Shijingshan District, Deputy Mayor of Shijingshan District People's Government of Beijing Municipality and Zhang Li, Executive Vice President of Asia Digital Group respectively.
Meanwhile, in order to strengthen the Shijingshan District Digital Finance Consultant Team, Li Xin, Deputy Secretary of CPC Beijing Shijingshan District, Mayor of Shijingshan District People's Government of Beijing Municipality presented letters of appointment for senior consultants of digital finance of Shijingshan District to over guests from academia and business in digital finance, including Fan Bin, VP & Senior Partner, IBM Consulting Greater China Group, General Manager, IBM Consulting China Financial Service Sector, Jin Songhua, CFO of Microsoft Greater China, Zhang Li, Executive Vice President of Asia Digital Group, Huang Hongying, Vice President of Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, Li Junping, Vice President of Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, Michael Jing, Senior Vice President of BOE, Liu Dongmin, Director of the Division of International Finance, Institute of World Economics and Politics, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, Zhang Ning, Director of the Central University of Finance and Economics, Du Xiaozheng, GM of Business Analysis Division at GienTech, Chairman of Data Development Committee at GienTech, Huang Wanzhong, Chief Data Expert of China Information, Vice Chairman of DAMA China, International Data Management Association, Wu Lianfeng, Vice President & Chief Research Analyst IDC China, Doris Liu, Head of Inward Investment China (Hong Kong), Scottish Development International, Qu Shaoguang, Vice General Manager of China Financial Computerization Group, Zhang Shaofeng, Founder, Chairman, CEO of Bairong Inc., Li Fan, Secretary of the Party Committee, General Manager of the Tech Innovation Department of China Everbright Group, Han Bo, Board Director, President of Longyingzhida (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd., etc. The consultants and leaders of Shijingshan District conducted in-depth exchanges and discussions at the subsequent meeting on the development of modern financial industry in Shijingshan District, and offered suggestions for promoting steady and solid progress in the innovation of digital finance in this area.
In addition, this forum utilized AI, VR, AR and other digital technologies to build a cloud platform that breaks the boundaries of time and space through cloud conferences, livestreaming videos, cloud exhibitions and cloud docking, together with offline conferences. The cloud platform can enable the global audience to experience as if they were here, with latest projects and research results presented in a detailed and multi-dimensional manner from such enterprises as China CITIC Bank, Bank of Beijing Shijingshan Sub-branch, China Banking and Insurance Information Technology Management Co., Ltd., CRCC Cyber Information Technology Co., Ltd., China Banking and Insurance Information Technology Management (Beijing) Co., Ltd., Beijing Iron Ore Trading Center Corporation, Beijing Shangrong Factoring, BOB-Cardif Life Insurance Co., Ltd. Beijing Branch, Guobao Life Insurance Co., Ltd. Beijing Branch and Bairong Inc.
The Digital Finance Forum of this GDEC is committed to building a diversified digital finance platform based on the present and facing the future through the release of academic achievements, the collision of cutting-edge ideas, the face-to-face communication between government and market and the technological display of digital financial projects.
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Results of Phase 2b RESTORE trial for retinitis pigmentosa and six-month data for Phase 2 STARLIGHT trial for Stargardt disease expected in H1 2023
DALLAS, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanoscope Therapeutics Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing gene therapies for retinal degenerative diseases, today announced that clinical development of its Multi-Characteristic Opsin (MCO) gene therapy platform will be featured in two presentations at the 22nd Euretina Congress, taking place September 1-4, 2022, in Hamburg, Germany and online.
Details for the presentations are as follows:
Development of Novel Endpoints for the Study of Multi-Characteristic Opsin Enabled Vision Restoration in Patients with Advanced Retinitis Pigmentosa; Double-masked, Randomized, sham-controlled, Multicenter Phase 2b study
Presenter: Victor Hugo Gonzalez, M.D., Valley Retina Institute, McAllen, TX.
Session: IRD I
Date and Time: Thursday, September 1, 2022; 3:05 p.m. CEST
Location: Hall X1, Congress Centre Hamburg
Dr. Gonzalez will discuss Nanoscope's Phase 2b RESTORE trial, its most advanced clinical program. RESTORE trial results, along with six-month data from the Phase 2 STARLIGHT trial for Stargardt disease, are expected in H1 2023.
52 Week Safety and Efficacy of Optogenetic Therapy for Vision Restoration in Retinitis Pigmentosa Patients
Presenter: SriniVas R. Sadda, M.D., President and Chief Scientific Officer of the Doheny Eye Institute, the Stephen J. Ryan – Arnold and Mabel Beckman Endowed Chair, and Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of California – Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine.
Session: IRD II
Date and Time: Friday, September 2, 2022; 3:29 p.m. CEST
Location: Hall X1, Congress Centre Hamburg
Dr. Sadda will discuss the safety and efficacy of intravitreal MCO Optogenetic Therapy for vision restoration in advanced retinitis pigmentosa patients in a Phase 1/2a study.
About Nanoscope Therapeutics Inc.
Nanoscope Therapeutics is developing gene-agnostic, sight restoring optogenetic therapies for the millions of patients blinded by retinal degenerative diseases, for which no cure exists. The company's lead asset, MCO-010, is presently in Phase 2b multicenter, randomized, double-masked, sham-controlled clinical trials in the U.S. for retinitis pigmentosa (NCT04945772) with top line data expected H1 2023. The company has also initiated a Phase 2 trial of MCO-010 therapy in Stargardt patients (NCT05417126). MCO-010 has received FDA orphan drug designations for RP and Stargardt. Preclinical assets include non-viral laser delivered MCO-020 gene therapy for geographic atrophy.
Investor Contact:
Argot Partners
212-600-1902
Nanoscope@argotpartners.com
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TAMPA, FL, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Primo Water Corporation (NYSE: PRMW) (TSX: PRMW) (the "Company" or "Primo"), a leading provider of sustainable drinking water solutions in North America and Europe, announced that its Board of Directors authorized a new $100 million share repurchase program and declared a quarterly dividend.
The Board of Directors authorized a new $100 million share repurchase program which commences on August 15, 2022 and expires on August 14, 2023. Under the program, the Company's common shares may be repurchased periodically in open market or privately negotiated transactions through the facilities of the NYSE.
"Primo's cash flow and balance sheet enable us to simultaneously return value to shareholders through regular quarterly dividends as well as an opportunistic share repurchase program of $100,000,000, while at the same time continuing to invest in internal and external opportunities that will further strengthen our operations and drive long-term growth. The Board of Directors and management team strongly believe that Primo's shares are an attractive investment opportunity and repurchasing stock is an important part of our capital allocation strategy," said Tom Harrington, Primo's Chief Executive Officer.
The actual timing, manner, number, and value of shares repurchased under the program will be determined by management at its discretion and will depend on a number of factors, including the market price of Primo's common shares, general market and economic conditions, applicable law and other requirements, and other business considerations, provided however that the price per common share will not exceed the market price as at the date of acquisition (plus reasonable brokerage fees and commissions) in accordance with applicable securities laws and exchange rules.
Primo also announced that its Board of Directors declared a dividend of US$0.07 per share on common shares, payable in cash on September 7, 2022 to shareowners of record at the close of business on August 24, 2022.
Primo Water Corporation is a leading pure-play water solutions provider in North America and Europe and generates approximately $2.1 billion in annual revenue. Primo operates largely under a recurring razor/razorblade revenue model. The razor in Primo's revenue model is its industry-leading line-up of sleek and innovative water dispensers, which are sold through retailers and online at various price points. The dispensers help increase household penetration which drives recurring purchases of Primo's razorblade offering. Primo's razorblade offering is comprised of Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. Through its Water Direct business, Primo delivers sustainable hydration solutions across its 21-country footprint direct to the customer's door, whether at home or to businesses. Through its Water Exchange and Water Refill businesses, Primo offers pre-filled and reusable containers at approximately 14,000 locations, water dispenser sales at approximately 9,000 locations and water refill units at approximately 24,000 locations, respectively. Primo also offers water filtration units across its 21-country footprint.
Primo's water solutions expand consumer access to purified, spring, and mineral water to promote a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle while simultaneously reducing plastic waste and pollution. Primo is committed to its water stewardship standards and is proud to partner with the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) in North America as well as with Watercoolers Europe (WE), which ensures strict adherence to safety, quality, sanitation and regulatory standards for the benefit of consumer protection.
Primo is headquartered in Tampa, Florida (USA). For more information, visit www.primowatercorp.com.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 conveying management's expectations as to the future based on plans, estimates and projections at the time Primo makes the statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties and Primo cautions you that a number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any such forward-looking statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements related to the amount of shares that may be repurchased under the share repurchase program. The forward-looking statements are based on assumptions regarding management's current plans and estimates. Management believes these assumptions to be reasonable but there is no assurance that they will prove to be accurate.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in this press release include, among others: the impact of the spread of COVID-19, related government actions and Primo's strategy in response thereto on our business, financial condition and results of operations; Primo's ability to compete successfully in the markets in which it operates; fluctuations in commodity prices and Primo's ability to pass on increased costs to its customers or hedge against such rising costs, and the impact of those increased prices on its volumes; Primo's ability to maintain favorable arrangements and relationships with its suppliers; Primo's ability to manage its operations successfully; currency fluctuations that adversely affect the exchange between currencies including the U.S. dollar, the British pound sterling, the Euro and the Canadian dollar; the impact on Primo's financial results from uncertainty in the financial markets and other adverse changes in general economic conditions; any disruption to production at Primo's manufacturing facilities; Primo's ability to maintain access to its water sources; the impact of climate change on Primo's business; Primo's ability to protect its intellectual property; the seasonal nature of Primo's business and the effect of adverse weather conditions; the impact of national, regional and global events, including those of a political, economic, business and competitive nature; Primo's ability to fully realize the potential benefit of transactions or other strategic opportunities that it pursues; Primo's ability to realize cost synergies of its acquisitions due to integration difficulties and other challenges; Primo's exposure to intangible asset risk; Primo's ability to meet its obligations under its debt agreements, and risks of further increases to its indebtedness; Primo's ability to maintain compliance with the covenants and conditions under its debt agreements; fluctuations in interest rates, which could increase Primo's borrowing costs; Primo's ability to recruit, retain and integrate new management; Primo's ability to renew its collective bargaining agreements on satisfactory terms; compliance with product health and safety standards; liability for injury or illness caused by the consumption of contaminated products; liability and damage to Primo's reputation as a result of litigation or legal proceedings; changes in the legal and regulatory environment in which Primo operates; Primo's ability to adequately address the challenges and risks associated with its international operations and address difficulties in complying with laws and regulations including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the U.K. Bribery Act of 2010; the impact on Primo's tax obligations and effective tax rate arising from changes in local tax laws or countries adopting more aggressive interpretations of tax laws; disruptions in Primo's information systems; Primo's ability to securely maintain its customers' confidential or credit card information, or other private data relating to Primo's employees or the Company; Primo's ability to maintain its quarterly dividend; or credit rating changes.
The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Readers are urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures, including but not limited to risk factors contained in Primo's Annual Report on Form 10-K and its quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, as well as other filings with the securities commissions. Primo does not undertake to update or revise any of these statements considering new information or future events, except as expressly required by applicable law.
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Suspected drunken driver going more than 125 mph at time of crash, authorities say
PHOENIX (Arizona’s family/Gray News) - Authorities in Arizona say a man is facing charges after crashing into several cars while suspected of driving under the influence.
Arizona’s Family reports the crash happened around 5:45 a.m. Wednesday on Loop 202 when a Honda Accord was traveling at more than 125 mph on the highway.
According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, the vehicle smashed into three cars before ricocheting off a wall and overturning near the 52nd Street exit.
Traffic cameras near the scene showed traffic being diverted off the highway while the crash scene was being investigated.
Authorities said a 19-year-old was behind the wheel of the Honda. He was hospitalized after the crash and expected to be booked into jail once released.
The public safety department said the 19-year-old is facing DUI, criminal damage and endangerment charges.
Another driver suffered minor injuries in the crash, according to the department.
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| 2022-09-15T00:49:03Z
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Man, 18, arrested after incident in which individual pinned between vehicles in central Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A teen was arrested in connection with aggravated battery following an incident in which another individual was pinned between two vehicles this week in central Topeka, authorities said.
The incident was reported on Tuesday in the 1100 block of S.W. Polk.
According to Topeka police Lt. Manny Munoz, officers were called to a disturbance in the 1100 block of S.W. Polk.
Munoz said that during the disturbance, Carnell Raynard Lorenzo Bushnell, 18, took off in his vehicle and struck another car as he was leaving.
Munoz said the vehicle that was struck was pushed into another car and pinned a victim in between the two vehicles. The person who was pinned between the two cars wasn’t seriously injured, Munoz said.
After Bushnell left the scene, an alert was issued for him, Munoz said.
Police located Bushnell on Wednesday at 705 S.W. Polk, where he was arrested and taken to the Shawnee County Jail, Munoz said.
Bushnell was booked into jail at 7:55 p.m. Wednesday in connection with two counts of aggravated battery; aggravated endangering a child; and criminal damage to property.
Officials said Bushnell was released from jail on Thursday.
Additional details weren’t immediately available.
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| 2022-04-22T17:52:17Z
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LONDON (AP) — Former Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone will be charged with fraud by false representation following a government investigation into his overseas assets, British prosecutors said Monday.
Chief Crown Prosecutor Andrew Penhale said after reviewing evidence from the tax office, authorities have authorized a charge against Ecclestone over his failure to declare overseas assets worth more than 400 million pounds ($477 million).
Simon York, of Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs, said the announcement followed a “complex and worldwide” investigation into the 91-year-old businessman’s finances.
“The criminal charge relates to projected tax liabilities arising from more than 400 million pounds of offshore assets which were concealed from Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs,” he said.
The case is expected to be heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on Aug. 22.
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DENVER, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Antero Resources (NYSE: AR) ("Antero" or the "Company") announced today that the Company plans to issue its first quarter 2022 earnings release on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange.
A conference call is scheduled on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 9:00 am MT to discuss the financial and operational results. A brief Q&A session for security analysts will immediately follow the discussion of the results. To participate in the call, dial in at 877-407-9079 (U.S.), or 201-493-6746 (International) and reference "Antero Resources." A telephone replay of the call will be available until Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 9:00 am MT at 877-660-6853 (U.S.) or 201-612-7415 (International) using the conference ID: 13726236. To access the live webcast and view the related earnings conference call presentation, visit Antero's website at www.anteroresources.com. The webcast will be archived for replay until Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 9:00 am MT.
Antero Resources is an independent natural gas and natural gas liquids company engaged in the acquisition, development and production of unconventional properties located in the Appalachian Basin in West Virginia and Ohio. In conjunction with its affiliate, Antero Midstream (NYSE: AM), Antero is one of the most integrated natural gas producers in the U.S. The Company's website is located at www.anteroresources.com.
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New read-write capabilities will allow independent insurance agents to build & nurture relationships more seamlessly.
RALEIGH, N.C., June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levitate and HawkSoft are proud to announce the second major milestone in their partnership – the launch of their two-way API integration for users of both platforms. This highly-anticipated update to the existing read-only integration allows Levitate to write back emails, texts, and notes to HawkSoft, creating a comprehensive and streamlined user experience.
"We're excited to take our integration with HawkSoft to the next level," says Jesse Lipson, CEO of Levitate. "Levitate and HawkSoft share hundreds of customers, and the ability to automatically write data back into HawkSoft's agency management system makes a great integration even more valuable to our joint customers."
"Levitate is one of HawkSoft's most popular API Partners," reports Paul Hawkins, CEO of HawkSoft. "It is very clear why – Levitate is a force multiplier to an agent's ability to maintain strong, personal relationships with their clients. Two-way API integration will further simplify the process and free more time for our mutual agency partners to focus on protecting their clients."
It's this shared philosophy of authentic and genuine relationship marketing that makes the partnership between Levitate and HawkSoft a natural fit – and the results they share speak for themselves. Since launching the initial integration in March 2020, nearly 300 small businesses using both platforms have seen outstanding results from the 2.2 million emails sent through Levitate, garnering an average email open rate of over 62% – a 210% higher average rate than the 20% average open rate normally seen with mass-blast providers. More importantly, Levitate emails have started over 176,000 conversations between agents and their customers, creating opportunities for new policies, additional coverage, and the chance to encourage happy clients to become vocal advocates for their business.
The time-saving two-way integration feature is now available to all users of HawkSoft and Levitate. Once enabled, data will sync in real-time, keeping client communication histories up to date and accurate in HawkSoft. Alleviating the need to enter data into both platforms will provide more accurate records for users, making this partnership more powerful than ever.
Levitate is a keep-in-touch marketing and client happiness tool designed to help independent insurance agents build & maintain authentic relationships with their clients. Levitate's platform allows users to send personal emails at scale, keep in touch with clients via text, send surveys, schedule meetings, automate communication, remember key facts about their contacts, and accomplish business goals with a personalized approach. For more information about Levitate, visit www.levitate.ai.
Since 1995, HawkSoft is a leader in management systems for independent insurance agencies that want effective workflows and a delightful experience for staff and policyholders. Created by independent agents, HawkSoft continues to evolve as a cutting-edge system that powers thousands of agencies. HawkSoft offers the following promise to insurance agents: your investment in HawkSoft will pay for itself in the first year. Learn more about HawkSoft's unique father-and-son story at www.hawksoft.com/story.
Media Contact: Meghan Hardy, meghan.hardy@levitateapp.com
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| 2022-06-23T14:55:05Z
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Considering that one major fight over "The Godfather" was its length, there's some irony that the limited series devoted to the making of the classic film, "The Offer," runs way too long. Setting that aside, this 10-part look back at Hollywood in the swingin' '70s is mostly good fun, anchored by Matthew Goode's appropriately scenery-devouring turn as Paramount boss Robert Evans.
The movie's producer, Albert S. Ruddy, is behind the series, which is credited as being "based on Albert Ruddy's experience of making 'The Godfather.'" If everyone is the hero of their own story that's certainly true here, with Ruddy (Miles Teller, who replaced Armie Hammer) presented as fighting an honorable battle to preserve the film's artistic integrity while beset from every angle, including the Mafia, which took an inordinate interest in the subject matter of Mario Puzo's bestselling book.
A more familiar tension is that Paramount has been on a rocky path, with its impatient owners pressuring Evans to deliver at the box office. Careers are thus riding on the movie -- which became a huge commercial success in addition to winning the Oscar for best picture -- with everyone in danger of being fired in seemingly every episode.
No one appears more at risk than Ruddy, who finds Evans to be a mercurial ally, periodically prompting him to stage an end-run by going directly to the head of Paramount's parent company, Charles Bluhdorn (Burn Gorham), who sees flirting with Ruddy's assistant ("Ted Lasso's" Juno Temple) as one of the key benefits to running a movie studio.
Created by Michael Tolkin (who wrote "The Player"), "The Offer" is certainly a knowing look at Hollywood, with nods to showbiz history all along the way, like Paramount suits dismissing "Chinatown," another eventual classic, as a "water rights movie." Evans is also thrown into a tailspin when his wife, Ali McGraw (Meredith Garretson), has a much-publicized affair with Steve McQueen while shooting "The Getaway."
Still, the whole exercise would be considerably stronger as a five- or six-part series that went lighter on both personal detours and the juxtaposition of organized crime figures with the struggles of Ruddy and director Francis Ford Coppola (Dan Fogler) to preserve their vision.
Instead, "The Offer" goes deep not only into Ruddy and Evans' lives but the former's relationship with mobster Joe Colombo (Giovanni Ribisi), becoming far too enamored with the Mafia's supposed concerns about how the film would depict them -- egged on by Frank Sinatra, who is outraged by the thinly veiled character of Johnny Fontane and at one point directly confronted Puzo.
Fans of "The Godfather" will find plenty of wonderful tidbits, like where one finds a realistic-looking horse's head on short notice, tapping a mob enforcer to play the towering Luca Brasi (here Lou Ferrigno, a.k.a. the Hulk), and agonizing over proposed budget cuts (including a proposal to make the wedding scene "a small affair") that would have significantly impacted the film.
And yet, even those who have watched the movie and its sequels countless times might have their patience tested by devoting entire episodes to casting concerns, with Ruddy and Coppola going to the mat to get Marlon Brando ("Grey's Anatomy's" Justin Chambers) and Al Pacino (Anthony Ippolito), who Evans (in this telling) steadfastly resisted, for different reasons.
A half-century later, "The Godfather" remains a cultural staple, which makes this addition -- drafting off all that built-in equity -- a no-brainer for Paramount+. While Goode steals the show by living up to his name and then some as the colorful Evans, the resemblances in even the smallish roles provide a nostalgic kick.
Still, if "The Godfather" emerged as a triumph despite limited resources -- prompting Coppola to fret that the movie is "going to eat our souls, a piece at a time" -- "The Offer" is marred by a common digital-age problem: The apparent lack of pressure regarding when to say "cut."
"The Offer" premieres April 28 on Paramount+.
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GERMANTOWN, Tenn., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (NYSE: MAA) ("MAA" or the "Company"), today announced that Chairman and CEO, Eric Bolton, as well as other members of MAA's senior management team, will present at Nareit REIT Week: 2022 Investor Conference on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. ET to 10:00 a.m. ET.
The Company's presentation will be webcast live. A link to the webcast as well as presentation materials are available under "Corporate Profile" on the "For Investors" page of the Company's website at www.maac.com.
About MAA
MAA is a self-administered real estate investment trust (REIT) and member of the S&P 500. MAA owns or has ownership interest in apartment communities primarily throughout the Southeast, Southwest and Mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S. focused on delivering strong, full-cycle investment performance. For further details, please refer to the "For Investors" page at www.maac.com or contact Investor Relations at investor.relations@maac.com.
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SYDNEY, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kazia Therapeutics Limited (NASDAQ: KZIA; ASX: KZA), an oncology-focused drug development company, is pleased to announce that CEO, Dr James Garner, will be presenting at the upcoming 24th Annual Global Investment Conference, held in New York, NY, from 12 – 14 September 2022.
Dr Garner's presentation will review three positive data read-outs that Kazia has reported so far in 2022 and will look ahead to some key developments that are anticipated over coming months.
Representatives of the Kazia management team will be available to conduct one-on-one meetings with institutional investors through the conference. To register for the conference, please visit: https://hcwevents.com/annualconference/.
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Kazia Therapeutics Limited (NASDAQ: KZIA; ASX: KZA) is an oncology-focused drug development company, based in Sydney, Australia.
Our lead program is paxalisib, a brain-penetrant inhibitor of the PI3K / Akt / mTOR pathway, which is being developed to treat glioblastoma, the most common and most aggressive form of primary brain cancer in adults. Licensed from Genentech in late 2016, paxalisib commenced recruitment to GBM AGILE, a pivotal study in glioblastoma, in January 2021. Seven additional studies are active in various forms of brain cancer. Paxalisib was granted Orphan Drug Designation for glioblastoma by the US FDA in February 2018, and Fast Track Designation for glioblastoma by the US FDA in August 2020. In addition, paxalisib was granted Rare Pediatric Disease Designation and Orphan Designation by the US FDA for DIPG in August 2020, and for AT/RT in June 2022.
Kazia is also developing EVT801, a small-molecule inhibitor of VEGFR3, which was licensed from Evotec SE in April 2021. Preclinical data has shown EVT801 to be active against a broad range of tumour types and has provided compelling evidence of synergy with immuno-oncology agents. A phase I study commenced recruitment in November 2021.
For more information, please visit www.kaziatherapeutics.com or follow us on Twitter @KaziaTx.
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NEWARK, Del., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennar, one of the nation's leading homebuilders, announced today the grand opening of a brand-new active adult community, The Cascades, bringing a premier 55-and-better lifestyle and Lennar's trademark new home quality to Newark, within Delaware's New Castle County. Home shoppers are invited to join in the celebration, taking place Saturday, September 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festivities will include delicious desserts provided by the Milk & Sugar food truck and exclusive tours of two stunning Lennar model homes. Following the event, regular model home hours at The Cascades will be by appointment.
"The Cascades is designed exclusively for active adults aged 55 and better and includes Lennar's trademark quality both in the homes that we build and in the lifestyles that we create," said Tench Tilghman, Philadelphia Division President for Lennar. "Residents will enjoy the latest comforts of a new Lennar home, plus great community amenities and added benefits like lawn maintenance packages that create a low-maintenance lifestyle."
Homes at The Cascades range from 1,728 to 2,593 square feet, with two to three bedrooms and two to three baths. All homes feature generous open layouts, gourmet kitchens, first-floor owner's suites and second-floor suites with a bed, bath and loft. Exteriors feature covered rear porches and top-notch curb appeal. Pricing begins in the mid $400,000s.
All homes incorporate the latest technology with conveniences like Ring video doorbells, keyless entries, smart thermostats, smart garage door openers and enhanced Wi-Fi. Every home also comes with Lennar's signature Everything's Included® program, where the homebuilder's most popular options and upgrades are built into the base price of the home. At The Cascades, this includes quartz kitchen countertops, shaker wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, wide plank flooring, and a host of other carefully curated interior touches and designer fixtures.
Residents at The Cascades will enjoy thoughtful details including homesites that back to scenic wooded open spaces and lawn maintenance packages that remove the hassle of yard upkeep and seasonal chores. The clubhouse serves as the community's central gathering space with a fitness center, pool and fireside seating to enjoy the company of others.
The Cascades is close to neighborhood shopping and dining, and less than 20 minutes from the popular Christiana Mall. It is minutes from the Chesapeake Bay, brimming with water-borne activities. Glasgow Regional Park offers additional recreational opportunities, including hiking, fishing and two dog parks.
The Cascades model homes and sales office are located at 513 Davis Falls Dr., Newark, Delaware. For more information, call (484) 795-1850 or visit the The Cascades Community Website or www.lennar.com.
About Lennar Corporation
Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation's leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar's Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title and closing services primarily for buyers of Lennar's homes and, through LMF Commercial, originates mortgage loans secured primarily by commercial real estate properties throughout the United States. Lennar's Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. LENX drives Lennar's technology, innovation and strategic investments. For more information about Lennar, please visit lennar.com.
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A Russian court on Tuesday remanded the case of Trevor Reed, a former US Marine detained in Russia, to a lower court for review, said US Ambassador John Sullivan, who was at the proceedings.
Sullivan is "very disappointed that justice has again been denied," he said.
"Unfortunately, the justice that Trevor deserves has been denied ... His appeal was not decided today, the proceedings continue, and Trevor remains in prison for a crime he didn't commit," the ambassador told reporters after the hearing.
Sullivan is concerned about Reed's health, after the former Marine was moved to a hospital with tuberculosis-like symptoms, the ambassador said. Reed participated in Tuesday's proceedings via videoconference.
"I am very concerned about his health. We appeal to the Russian government to treat him -- to treat his health problems -- promptly and tell him how he is being treated so that he can be reassured -- he and his family can be reassured -- that his health issues are being addressed," Sullivan said.
The situation in Ukraine, the ambassador said, "should have absolutely nothing" to do with the cases of jailed Americans in Russia.
"I hope that no one here in Russia, either in the Russian government or the Russian people, would think that there should be any different treatment for a person held in the criminal justice system here because of the tragic horrific events in Ukraine," he said.
Correction:An earlier version of this story gave the wrong age for Reed. He's 30.
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Former President of Expedia Marketplace Brings Extensive Product Management and Technical Experience to PayPal
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) today announced that John Kim will join the company as Executive Vice President (EVP), Chief Product Officer (CPO), effective September 26, 2022. Kim brings unique skills and experience building foundational consumer products and marketplaces from the ground up. Throughout his career, he has driven innovative product development to compete and win in rapidly evolving and competitive markets. Kim succeeds current CPO, Mark Britto, who will remain with PayPal for a transition period, before retiring at the end of this year.
Kim joins PayPal following a decade-long tenure with Expedia Group, where he served most recently as President of Expedia Marketplace. In this role, he oversaw strategy, product, technology and operations for all of Expedia Group's lines of business – including lodging, air, car, cruise and activities – bringing Expedia's products to life for its customers and suppliers. Previously, Kim served as President of Platform & Marketplaces where he led the development of artificial intelligence, user experience, research, ecommerce, marketplaces and yield management, and oversaw the data and development platforms that power Expedia Group's two-sided marketplace platform.
Previously in his career, Kim served as President of HomeAway/Vrbo after it was acquired by Expedia Group, then as President of Vrbo. At Vrbo, Kim led the company's transformation from a subscription-based advertising model to a modern ecommerce business powered by data science and technology. Before Vrbo, Kim served as Expedia's Chief Product Officer. He has more than two decades of experience across venture-backed startups, medium-sized companies and globally known brands including Yahoo!, Overture, Accenture, Bank of America and Pelago.
In his role as PayPal's EVP, CPO, Kim will lead the consumer and merchant product and engineering teams. Together with his product and engineering leadership teams, he will work to advance PayPal's position as a leader in digital payments and commerce for consumers and merchants around the globe.
"I'm thrilled to welcome John Kim to the PayPal team," said Dan Schulman, PayPal President and CEO. "John is an outstanding leader with a proven ability to build and lead high performing global teams that drive new and innovative product development. Developing new products at scale that engage customers and merchants through an exceptional user experience requires a unique combination of talents, and we've truly found these in John."
Schulman continued, "Mark Britto had an indelible impact on PayPal. We have all benefited from Mark's leadership and his deep commitment to creating value for our customers. I wish him all the best in his future endeavors."
"I am incredibly excited to join the passionate and dynamic team at PayPal," said Kim. "PayPal stands alone at the intersection of technology, digital payments, financial services and commerce. The scale of its two-sided global platform and reputation as one of the most trusted consumer brands in the world are true differentiators. I have been inspired by conversations with Dan, Mark and other members of PayPal's leadership team. I am eager to work alongside the PayPal team to help drive the next phase of growth and enable future generations of global digital payments and commerce."
Kim's appointment marks the most recent addition to PayPal's Executive Leadership Team amongst several key hires this year, including Chief Financial Officer Blake Jorgensen in August and Chief Information Officer Archana (Archie) Deskus in March. Blake joined PayPal from Electronic Arts and has extensive experience driving operational excellence and shareholder value. Previously CIO of Intel, Archie is a highly accomplished technology executive who is working to optimize PayPal's internal technology processes and systems, ensuring PayPal has the most modern, secure, reliable and scalable technology foundation to drive meaningful innovation and serve customers.
PayPal has remained at the forefront of the digital payment revolution for more than 20 years. By leveraging technology to make financial services and commerce more convenient, affordable, and secure, the PayPal platform is empowering 429 million consumers and merchants in more than 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. For more information, visit paypal.com.
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CHICAGO, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Landmarks Illinois has awarded $24,500 in matching grant funds to eight preservation projects across the state through the Preservation Heritage Fund, the Landmarks Illinois' Barbara C. and Thomas E. Donnelley II Preservation Fund for Illinois and Timuel D. Black Jr. Grant Fund for Chicago's South Side grant programs. The grant recipients are located in Chicago, Granite City, Naperville, New Holland and Winnebago.
A total of $16,000 has been awarded to four preservation projects through the Preservation Heritage Fund Grant Program:
- PODER Learning Center, Chicago: $5,000 to help with restoration efforts at a former power station that the organization plans to use as its headquarters to offer English education and job training programs to Spanish-speaking adult immigrants.
- City of Granite City: $4,000 to repair the roof of the Granite City Fire Museum, built in 1904 and used as the city's first city hall, police station and firehouse.
- New Holland Area Historical Society, New Holland: $4,000 for masonry repairs to Ryan Hall, a c. 1880 building located in the center of New Holland's downtown business district that will be used to house historic artifacts and provide a meeting space for the historic society.
- Winnebago Community Historical Society, Winnebago: $3,000 to conduct a building condition assessment for the historic 1894 former Town Hall, one of the oldest buildings in the village.
Landmarks Illinois' Preservation Heritage Fund Grant Program provides funding to organizations in Illinois leading historic preservation projects at significant structures that are under threat of demolition, require stabilization and/or reuse or structural evaluation or those that need to be evaluated for landmark eligibility. Visit our website to learn more about each Preservation Heritage Fund grant recipient.
Two projects received a total of $3,500 in grant funding through the Barbara C. and Thomas E. Donnelley II Preservation Fund for Illinois:
- Naperville Preservation, Inc., Naperville: $2,000 to conduct a survey of the community's first ever constructed full subdivision, East Highlands, which is made up of unique Midcentury Modern homes constructed in the mid-1950s.
- Friends of Historic Second Church, Chicago: $1,500 to perform an envelope analysis of the church's historic stained glass Oriel Window to determine the source of water infiltration currently causing damage.
Landmarks Illinois' Barbara C. and Thomas E. Donnelley II Preservation Fund for Illinois provides monetary assistance to planning activities and education efforts focused on preservation. Visit our website to learn more about the latest grant recipients.
Two grants totaling $5,000 were awarded to preservation projects through the Landmarks Illinois Timuel D. Black, Jr. Grant Fund for Chicago's South Side:
- Inequity for Sale, Englewood: $2,000 to aid social justice artist Tonika Lewis Johnson with her Inequity for Sale project that reveals injustices in real estate and land use practices in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.
- Hyde Park Union Church, Hyde Park: $3,000 to conduct a building condition assessment on the historic church's parish hall and sanctuary, built in 1926 and in need of critical repairs.
The Timuel D. Black, Jr. Grant Fund for Chicago's South Side provides small planning and capital grants to support organizations and people working to preserve the history, culture and architecture of Chicago's South Side, where the late Mr. Black, acclaimed civil rights leader, spent the majority of his life living and promoting African American history. Visit our website to learn more the latest grant recipients.
Landmarks Illinois grants are given on a matching basis, requiring the recipient to raise funds equal or greater to the Landmarks Illinois grant amount. Landmarks Illinois grant funding is used toward preserving historic and significant places in communities throughout the state. Often, these small grants help spark community engagement around the preservation of a place and help boost local fundraising efforts for the preservation project. Visit our website to learn more about our grant programs.
We are People Saving Places for People. Landmarks Illinois is a membership-based historic preservation nonprofit organization serving the people of Illinois. We inspire and empower stakeholders to save places that matter to them by providing free guidance, practical and financial resources and access to strategic partnerships. For more information, visit www.Landmarks.org.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — “Beef. It’s what’s for Dinner.” This weekend, we are celebrating the delicious treat that is steak, as Saturday, Aug. 13 is National Filet Mignon Day.
Though they say the best steak comes from your own kitchen, there are some places in North Texas that are worthy contenders to your home-cooked New York Strip.
So, if you are open to trying something new, here are some great places in North Texas to celebrate National Filet Mignon Day. Here’ is Tripadvisor’s list of the best steak places in Dallas.
- Pappas Bros. Steakhouse
- YO Ranch Steakhouse
- Bob’s Steak & Chop House
- Al Biernat’s
- Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
- The Capital Grille
- Saltgrass Steak House
- SER Steak + Spirits
- Town Hearth
- Nick $ Sam’s
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New offering focuses on delivering start-to-finish hard material components through close partnership
WORTHINGTON, Ohio, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyperion Materials & Technologies, a leading global materials science company that develops hard and super-hard materials for a wide variety of industries and applications, announced today the launch of a new business that will work directly with customers to design and produce finished, precision components.
Precision Solutions by Hyperion® is a first-of-its-kind business capable of creating highly specialized tungsten carbide, industrial diamond, ceramic, high-speed steel and cubic boron nitride products, owning the process from raw material to mass production of finished components. Product capabilities include wear-resistant components, spray nozzles and seats, blades and knives, core pins, precision dies and gauges, and many other components that keep the energy, manufacturing, electronics, medical and aerospace sectors running smoothly.
"By controlling the entire value chain for these incredibly intricate, precise components, we're setting the standard for materials expertise, convenience and speed — not to mention an unparalleled degree of quality control," said Biju Varghese, Senior Vice President of Engineered Solutions at Hyperion. "We offer customers a single point of contact and close partnership through the entire process, from material design to application support to precision manufacturing."
Engineering and producing precision parts is at the core of the Precision Solutions model. The business is capable of machining pins as small as .002 inches [0.051 mm] in diameter; drilling holes as small as .001 inches [0.025 mm]; lapping surfaces by tenths of a micron; and achieving tolerances of 3/100,000ths of an inch. It is also capable of creating larger parts, such as complex tungsten carbide forms up to 14 inches [355 mm] in diameter and 31 inches [787 mm] long. Precision Solutions engineers can help companies prototype products and design parts with complex geometries, such as hollow spaces and recessed surfaces.
Precision Solutions by Hyperion combines the materials science and engineering expertise of Hyperion Materials & Technologies with the manufacturing, grinding and finishing services offered by several recently acquired companies. Those companies include GLE-Precision, a cutting-edge global precision machining leader; Crafts Technology, a provider of tailor-made cemented tungsten carbide solutions; and Aggressive Grinding Service, a precision carbide and ceramic grinding business.
For more information, visit www.precisionbyhyperion.com.
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NEW YORK, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neuberger Berman MLP and Energy Income Fund Inc. (NYSE American: NML) (the "Fund") has announced a distribution declaration of $0.0206 per share of common stock. The distribution announced today is payable on July 29, 2022, has a record date of July 15, 2022 and has an ex-date of July 14, 2022.
The Fund currently intends to make regular monthly cash distributions to holders of its common stock at a fixed rate per share, to be determined based on the projected net rate of return of the Fund's investments as well as other factors, subject to ongoing review and adjustment from time to time. The Fund currently intends to pay its regular monthly distributions out of its distributable cash flow, which generally consists of (1) cash and paid-in-kind distributions from master limited partnerships ("MLPs") or their affiliates, dividends from common stocks, interest from debt instruments and income from other investments held by the Fund less (2) current or accrued operating expenses, including leverage costs, if any, and taxes on its taxable income.
The Fund expects that a portion of its distributions to stockholders will constitute a non-taxable return of capital. A "return of capital" is a distribution by the Fund which represents a return of a common stockholder's original investment, and should not be confused with a dividend. To the extent the Fund pays a return of capital, a common stockholder's basis in Fund shares will be reduced, which will increase a capital gain or reduce a capital loss upon sale of those shares. There is no assurance that the Fund will always be able to pay a distribution of any particular amount, or that a distribution will consist solely of the Fund's current and accumulated earnings and profits.
In compliance with Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, a notice would be provided for any distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income. The notice would be for informational purposes and not for tax reporting purposes, and would disclose, among other things, estimated portions of the distribution, if any, consisting of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of all distributions paid in 2022 will be made after the end of the year.
The Fund is subject to federal income tax on its taxable income, unlike most investment companies. Any taxes paid by the Fund will reduce the amount available to pay distributions to stockholders, and therefore investors in the Fund will likely receive lower distributions than if they invested directly in MLPs.
About Neuberger Berman
Neuberger Berman, founded in 1939, is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. The firm manages a range of strategies—including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity, real estate and hedge funds—on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally. With offices in 25 countries, Neuberger Berman's diverse team has over 2,500 professionals. For eight consecutive years, the company has been named first or second in Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management survey (among those with 1,000 employees or more). In 2020, the PRI named Neuberger Berman a Leader, a designation awarded to fewer than 1% of investment firms for excellence in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. The PRI also awarded Neuberger Berman an A+ in every eligible category for our approach to ESG integration across asset classes. The firm manages $447 billion in client assets as of March 31, 2022. For more information, please visit our website at www.nb.com.
Statements made in this release that look forward in time involve risks and uncertainties. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the adverse effect from a decline in the securities markets or a decline in the Fund's performance, a general downturn in the economy, competition from other closed end investment companies, changes in government policy or regulation, inability of the Fund's investment adviser to attract or retain key employees, inability of the Fund to implement its investment strategy, inability of the Fund to manage rapid expansion and unforeseen costs and other effects related to legal proceedings or investigations of governmental and self-regulatory organizations.
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July 4 shooting suspect bought guns legally despite threats
HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. (AP) — The man charged with killing seven people when he unleashed a hail of bullets on an Independence Day parade from a rooftop in suburban Chicago legally bought the high-powered rifle used in the shooting and four other weapons, despite threatening violence, police said.
Robert E. Crimo III was charged with seven counts of murder Tuesday in the shooting that sent hundreds of marchers, parents and children fleeing in fear and set off an hourslong manhunt in and around Highland Park, an affluent community on the shores of Lake Michigan. Investigators have yet to identify a motive.
Prosecutors have promised to seek dozens more charges, and Crimo is expected to make his first court appearance on Wednesday. His attorney said he intends to enter a not guilty plea to all charges.
A rifle “similar to an AR-15″ was used to spray more than 70 rounds from atop a commercial building into the parade crowd, a spokesman for the Lake County Major Crime Task Force said.
A seventh victim died of their injuries Tuesday. More than three dozen other people were wounded in the attack, which Task force spokesman Christopher Covelli said the suspect had planned for several weeks.
The assault happened less than three years after police went to Crimo’s home following a call from a family member who said he was threatening “to kill everyone” there. Covelli said police confiscated 16 knives, a dagger and a sword, but said there was no sign he had any guns at the time, in September 2019.
Police in April 2019 also responded to a reported suicide attempt by the suspect, Covelli said.
Crimo legally purchased the rifle used in the attack in Illinois within the past year, Covelli said. In all, police said, he purchased five firearms, which were recovered by officers at his father’s home.
The revelation about his gun purchases is just the latest example of young men who were able to obtain guns and carry out massacres in recent months despite glaring warning signs about their mental health and inclination to violence.
Illinois state police, who issue gun owners’ licenses, said Crimo applied for a license in December 2019, when he was 19. His father sponsored his application.
At the time “there was insufficient basis to establish a clear and present danger” and deny the application, state police said in a statement.
Investigators who have interrogated the suspect and reviewed his social media posts have not determined a motive or found any indication that he targeted victims by race, religion or other protected status, Covelli said.
At the July 4 parade, the shots were initially mistaken for fireworks before hundreds of revelers fled in terror. A day later, baby strollers, lawn chairs and other items left behind by panicked parade goers remained inside a wide police perimeter. Outside the police tape, some residents drove up to collect blankets and chairs they abandoned.
David Shapiro, 47, said the gunfire quickly turned the parade into “chaos.”
“People didn’t know right away where the gunfire was coming from, whether the gunman was in front or behind you chasing you,” he said Tuesday as he retrieved a stroller and lawn chairs.
The shooting occurred at a spot on the parade route where many residents had staked out prime viewing points early in the day.
Among them was Nicolas Toledo, who was visiting his family in Illinois from Mexico, and Jacki Sundheim, a lifelong congregant and staff member at nearby North Shore Congregation Israel. The Lake County coroner released the names of four other victims.
Nine people, ranging from 14 to 70, remained hospitalized Tuesday, hospital officials said.
The shooting was just the latest to shatter the rituals of American life. Schools, churches, grocery stores and now community parades have all become killing grounds in recent months. This time, the bloodshed came as the nation tried to celebrate its founding and the bonds that still hold it together.
The gunman initially evaded capture by dressing as a woman and blending into the fleeing crowd, Covelli said.
A police officer pulled over 21-year-old Crimo north of the shooting scene several hours after police released his photo and warned that he was likely armed and dangerous, Highland Park Police Chief Lou Jogmen said.
Asked about his client’s emotional state, prominent Chicago-based lawyer Thomas A. Durkin said he has spoken to Crimo only once — for 10 minutes by phone. He declined to comment further.
In 2013, Highland Park officials approved a ban on semi-automatic weapons and large-capacity ammunition magazines. A local doctor and the Illinois State Rifle Association quickly challenged the liberal suburb’s stance. The legal fight ended at the U.S. Supreme Court’s doorstep in 2015 when justices declined to hear the case and let the suburb’s restrictions remain in place.
Under Illinois law, gun purchases can be denied to people convicted of felonies, addicted to narcotics or those deemed capable of harming themselves or others. That last provision might have stopped a suicidal Crimo from getting a weapon.
But under the law, who that provision applies to must be decided by “a court, board, commission or other legal authority.”
The state has a so-called red flag law designed to stop dangerous people before they kill, but it requires family members, relatives, roommates or police to ask a judge to order guns seized.
Crimo, who goes by the name Bobby, was an aspiring rapper with the stage name Awake the Rapper, posting on social media dozens videos and songs, some ominous and violent.
Federal agents were reviewing Crimo’s online profiles, and a preliminary examination of his internet history indicated that he had researched mass killings and had downloaded multiple photos depicting violent acts, including a beheading, a law enforcement official said.
The official could not discuss details of the investigation publicly and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity.
Shapiro, the Highland Park resident who fled the parade with his family, said his 4-year-old son woke up screaming later that night.
“He is too young to understand what happened,” Shapiro said. “But he knows something bad happened.”
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Foody reported from Chicago; Groves from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Associated Press writers Don Babwin in Chicago, Mike Householder in Highland Park, Bernard Condon and Mike Balsamo in New York, Aamer Madhani in Washington, Jim Mustian in New Orleans, Barbara Ortutay in San Francisco and researcher Rhonda Shafner also contributed.
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The Very Good Butchers launching new plant-based Ribs and Steak across North American retailers
VANCOUVER, BC, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Very Good Food Company Inc. (NASDAQ: VGFC) (TSXV: VERY.V) (FSE: OSI) ("VERY GOOD" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce it has increased retail distribution across Canada with Loblaw Companies ("Loblaw"). The Company's products are now available in more than 2,000 stores across North America with additional retail expansion forecasted for Summer 2022.
The Company's Cajun Sausage, Bratwurst Sausage, and Meatballs belong to the Company's premium, gluten-free, soy-free Butcher's Select line as well as the Very Good Ribs and the Very Good Steak Two-Pack, belonging to the Company's original line of products have now been listed at select Real Canadian Superstore and Loblaws locations across Canada.
The Very Good Food Company also announced the addition of three new plant-based BBQ Ribs flavors — Smoky BBQ, Maple Bourbon BBQ, and Southern Gold BBQ — and a Very Good Steak Two-Pack. These innovations honor the brand's dedication to minimally processed ingredients and great taste. The new products are now available at select Loblaw-owned stores, and they will be available at a variety of other North American retailers this Summer.
"We're incredibly excited to bring our successful products to Loblaw customers across Canada and serve up even more plant-based goodness, getting us closer to achieving our wholesale expansion targets with what we have in our pipeline," said Jordan Rogers, Chief Commercial Officer. "Our new BBQ Ribs and Very Good Steak will continue to raise the plant-based bar by offering consumers innovative and "value-added" products that are unique in the market, making it easier for them to adopt a plant-based-based lifestyle."
The Very Good Food Company Inc. is an emerging plant-based food technology company that produces nutritious and delicious plant-based meat and cheese products under VERY GOOD's core brands: The Very Good Butchers and The Very Good Cheese Co. www.verygoodfood.com.
OUR MISSION IS LOFTY BUT BEAUTIFULLY SIMPLE: GET MILLIONS TO RETHINK THEIR FOOD CHOICES WHILE HELPING THEM DO THE WORLD A WORLD OF GOOD. BY OFFERING PLANT-BASED FOOD OPTIONS SO DELICIOUS AND NUTRITIOUS, WE'RE HELPING THIS KIND OF DIET BECOME THE NORM.
Matthew Hall
Interim Chief Executive Officer
This news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws in Canada and "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (collectively referred to as "forward-looking information"), for the purpose of providing information about management's current expectations and plans relating to the future. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. Forward-looking information may be identified by words such as "plans", "proposed", "expects", "anticipates", "intends", "estimates", "may", "will", and similar expressions. Forward-looking information contained or referred to in this news release includes, but is not limited to the anticipated additional retail expansion forecasted for Summer 2022 and the availability of our expected our new products across a variety of other North American retailers this Summer. Forward-looking information is based on a number of factors and assumptions which have been used to develop such information, but which may prove to be incorrect including, but not limited to, material assumptions with respect to the Company's ability to accurately forecast customer demand for its products and manage its inventory levels, continued demand for VERY GOOD's products, continued growth of the popularity of meat alternatives and the plant-based food industry, no material deterioration in general business and economic conditions, the successful placement of VERY GOOD's products in retail stores, the Company's ability to remain listed on the Nasdaq, VERY GOOD's ability to successfully enter new markets and manage its international expansion, VERY GOOD's ability to obtain necessary production equipment and human resources as needed, VERY GOOD's relationship with its suppliers, distributors and third-party logistics providers, and management's ability to position VERY GOOD competitively. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking information because VERY GOOD can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, performance or achievements of VERY GOOD to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking information include, among others, the impact of, uncertainties and risks associated with negative cash flow and future financing requirements to sustain and grow operations, limited history of operations and revenues and no history of earnings or dividends, competition, risks relating to the availability of raw materials, risks relating to regulation on social media, expansion of facilities, risks related to credit facilities, dependence on senior management and key personnel, availability of labour, general business risk and liability, regulation of the food industry, change in laws, regulations and guidelines, compliance with laws, risks related to third party logistics providers, unfavorable publicity or consumer perception, increased costs as a result of being a United States public company, product liability and product recalls, risks related to intellectual property, risks relating to co-manufacturing, risks related to expansion into the United States; risks related to our acquisition strategy, taxation risks, difficulties with forecasts, management of growth and litigation as well as the risks associated with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. For a more comprehensive discussion of the risks faced by VERY GOOD, please refer to VERY GOOD's most recent Annual Information Form filed with Canadian securities regulatory authorities at www.sedar.com and as an exhibit to the Form 6-K filed with the SEC on April 1, 2022 and available at www.sec.gov. The forward-looking information in this news release reflects the current expectations, assumptions and/or beliefs of the Company based on information currently available. Any forward-looking information speaks only as of the date of this news release. VERY GOOD undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by law. The forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.
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SHENZHEN, China, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2022 Huawei GLOBAL AI CHALLENGE was officially launched recently and opened to online registration, with all full-time students who are formally enrolled at a higher-education institution now eligible to enroll in the competition, and compete for US$210,000 in prize money. The competition is jointly held by the Jiangsu Association of Artificial Intelligence (JSAI), Huawei Consumer Cloud Service Department, and Huawei Nanjing Research Center, and aims to engage with aspiring young developers who share a passion for AI, as well as a commitment to applying AI to more scenarios for a fully connected, intelligent world.
The Huawei GLOBAL AI CHALLENGE is now in its fourth consecutive year since its start in 2019, and had attracted 2,500+ algorithm submissions, from nearly 8,000 teams in 45 countries and regions over its first three years. More than 150 contestants have been awarded. A number of outstanding contestants from the top universities and colleges in China were enrolled by Huawei. The competition marries theory with practice, bringing together young talent to nurture new AI technologies in both a theoretical and practical sense.
Wang Yue, President of Huawei Consumer Cloud Service Application Ecosystem BU, set forth the competition's lofty ambitions, noting, "The development of AI has ushered in an era of ubiquitous intelligence. We aim to inspire global campus talent to explore new AI frontiers, and solve global problems."
Advice from internationally renowned experts and Huawei professionals
The competition has been enriched by the contributions of acclaimed international AI experts, who provide contestants with advice and mentorships. This year's slate of experts includes Zhi-Hua Zhou, Professor and Head of the Department of Computer Science and Technology at Nanjing University and a foreign member of the Academy of Europe; Pascal Van Hentenryck, AAAI Fellow, A. Russell Chandler III Chair, and Professor at the H. Milton Stewart School; and Giuseppe De Giacomo, AAAI Fellow, ACM Fellow, and Full Professor at Sapienza University of Rome. Their expertise will bring an element of industry authority to the competition, and promote industrial and academic achievements, as well as research.
Three contest proposals, addressing real world challenges
Experts assessed potential contest proposals using the following five criteria: technical innovation, practical value, risk assessment, popularity, and difficulty, and ultimately settled on three proposals, encompassing practical application of AI in ad recommendations, mapping, and interactive media services. The first proposal is "knowledge-driven spoken dialogue"; the second proposal is "intelligent quality inspection of lane rendering data"; the last proposal is "CTR prediction through cross-domain data from ads and news feeds".
Prize money up for grabs
The contest was opened to registration on June 24, and will include preliminary (June 24 to August 24) and elite final (September 3 to mid-September) stages. Following an online competition in the preliminary stage, seven teams will be selected from each proposal to enter the elite final, where a total of 21 teams for the three proposals will compete for cash prizes via an online competition and presentation.
Huawei's Shining Star Program has set aside a total of US$210,000 as prize money for the contest, which will be distributed to the top seven teams for each of the three proposals. The champion will be awarded US$35,000, the first runner-up US$15,000, and the second runner-up US$10,000. In addition, four teams will earn an honorary mention, which entitles them to US$2,500.
Huawei warmly invites all student developers who are daring enough to challenge themselves, to showcase their best work to the wider world.
Click here to register today!
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TriNet PeopleForceX Event For Austin's Small And Medium-Size Business Leaders Tuesday, August 16
Published: Aug. 4, 2022 at 8:15 AM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
Panel Discussion Centered Around Harvard Business Review Analytic Services Survey in Association with TriNet: How To Make Your Business More Resilient
DUBLIN, Calif., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
About TriNet TriNet (NYSE: TNET) provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service HR solutions tailored by industry. To free SMBs from HR complexities, TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation and compliance, payroll, all enabled by industry leading technology capabilities. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Payroll and Time & Attendance. From Main Street to Wall Street, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most—growing their business and enabling their people. TriNet, incredible starts here. For more information, visit TriNet.com or follow us on Twitter.
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Services set for Topeka man killed in unsolved homicide
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Services have been set for a Topeka man who was the victim of the city’s most recent unsolved homicide.
Davidson Funeral Home says services have been set for Dustin M. Clayton, 35, of Topeka, the victim of the city’s most recent homicide, which remains unsolved.
His obituary states Clayton was a graduate of Topeka West High School and had been employed at Midwest Concrete.
His family noted he was a member of Community Church in Topeka and was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan. He was also a talented lyricist.
“Dustin was a beloved son, brother, and uncle and a loyal friend to everyone,” his family said in his obituary.
The funeral home noted that Celebration of Life services for Clayton has been set for 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, at the Community Church, 1819 SW 21st St.
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Biden says he’s deciding on whether to send a senior administration official to Ukraine
By Kevin Liptak, CNN
President Joe Biden said Thursday he was still working with his team to determine whether he should dispatch a senior member of his administration to Ukraine, a potentially dramatic show of support for the nation as it comes under attack from Russia.
“We’re making that decision now,” Biden said when asked whether he would send a senior official to Ukraine. Asked who he would send, Biden turned back to a reporter and said, “You ready to go?”
Since Russian forces withdrew from the region surrounding Kyiv, a number of Western leaders have made their way to the Ukrainian capital to demonstrate support.
US officials have held preliminary discussions about sending a high-ranking member of the administration to Ukraine, according to a source familiar with the talks.
While Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are unlikely to visit Kyiv themselves anytime soon, officials have discussed sending Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin or Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Still, sources said a decision is far from finalized and the visit could ultimately not materialize.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a surprise visit to Kyiv last weekend. US officials said afterward that Biden was not currently planning a trip of his own.
“We’re not currently planning a trip by the President of the United States to Ukraine,” press secretary Jen Psaki said on Monday. She said more important that a presidential visit was a continued supply of weapons and support.
“What is most important to the Ukrainian leadership is that we are expediting weapons and getting them the assistance and security systems they need and that is what our focus is on,” she said.
In a telephone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday, Biden informed his counterpart of a new $800 million security assistance package, including 11 Mi-17 helicopters, 300 Switchblade drones, 18 Howitzers and protective equipment to guard against chemical attacks.
During a last-minute visit to Poland last month, Biden told aid workers he would have liked to visit Ukraine to see the situation at close range.
“They will not let me, understandably, I guess, cross the border and take a look at what’s going on in Ukraine,” Biden said. The White House had said before the trip they had not explored any visit to Ukraine.
Speaking Thursday, national security adviser Jake Sullivan said Biden “would love the opportunity to go to Ukraine to show solidarity with the Ukrainians,” and that the possibility was discussed before Biden’s trip to Warsaw last month.
The discussions included what kind of footprint it would require to ensure the President’s safety, Sullivan said. But it was “not under any serious planning,” he added, and he declined to comment further on reports that a senior US official might visit Kyiv in the near future.
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First lab-developed test specifically designed to detect Monkeypox virus DNA to receive emergency use authorization during the monkeypox public health emergency
SECAUCUS, N.J., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, today announced that it has received emergency use authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the company's lab-developed molecular diagnostic test to aid in the diagnosis of infection with the Monkeypox virus.
The EUA is the first granted to a commercially available monkeypox test in the United States. On September 7, the Department of Health and Human Services declared that the public health emergency countermeasures now extend to monkeypox testing.
"Quest is committed to developing high-quality diagnostic innovations to help respond to the monkeypox public health emergency," said Jay G. Wohlgemuth, M.D., Senior Vice President, R&D, Medical and Chief Medical Officer, Quest Diagnostics. "With this FDA emergency authorization, Quest is positioned to complement the response of public health laboratories and help fight the spread of the virus."
The Quest Diagnostics Monkeypox Virus Qualitative Real-Time PCR ("Quest Monkeypox PCR") is intended for the qualitative detection of Monkeypox virus (West African clade, clade II) DNA and non-variola Orthopoxvirus DNA in lesion swab specimens (i.e., swabs of acute pustular or vesicular rash) in universal viral transport media from individuals suspected of Monkeypox virus infection by their healthcare provider. Test results are intended to be used in conjunction with patient history and other diagnostic information, and results should not be used as the sole basis of treatment or other patient management decisions.
Quest launched the Quest Monkeypox PCR test nationwide on July 13, 2022. The company performs the test at its advanced laboratories in San Juan Capistrano, Calif., and, beginning last week, Chantilly, VA, for ready access for providers and patients on both coasts of the United States. New York's Department of Health has approved the tests from both laboratories, enabling access for patients living in the state.
Developed with the understanding that viruses mutate, the Quest Monkeypox PCR test features the ability to detect two different DNA targets (Monkeypox and non-variola Orthopoxvirus DNA) to help protect against false negatives. On September 2, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a Lab Alert that certain monkeypox tests may fail to detect monkeypox infection when a rare deletion of the target gene (called tumor necrosis factor) occurs, and negative results for highly suspicious cases therefore require confirmation by the CDC or public health labs. The alert does not apply to the Quest Monkeypox PCR test, so Quest does not need to modify its test or refer specimens producing negative results to the CDC or public health labs for confirmation.
Monkeypox is a rare infectious disease typically occurring in parts of Africa. The West African clade (clade II) is the circulating virus in the current global outbreak. The first case of this virus in the United States was detected in May 2022. CDC recommends that anyone with monkeypox symptoms talk to their health care provider, even if they don't think they had contact with someone who has monkeypox.
The Quest Monkeypox PCR test uses swab specimens collected by healthcare providers, such as in physician offices and hospitals, from patients presenting with an acute generalized pustular or vesicular rash. Quest collects specimens for this test through its nationwide network of physician offices and hospital partners and also enables patients with suspected or confirmed monkeypox infection to visit its locations for phlebotomy blood draws and other non-swab specimen collections required for other types of laboratory testing.
- This product has not been FDA cleared or approved, but has been authorized for emergency use by FDA under an EUA for use by the authorized laboratories;
- This product has been authorized only for the detection of nucleic acid from Monkeypox virus or other non-variola Orthopoxviruses, not for any other viruses or pathogens; and
- The emergency use of this product is only authorized for the duration of the declaration that circumstances exist justifying the authorization of emergency use of in vitro diagnostics for detection and/or diagnosis of infection with the Monkeypox virus, including in vitro diagnostics that detect and/or diagnose infection with non-variola Orthopoxvirus, under Section 564(b)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, 21 U.S.C. § 360bbb-3(b)(1), unless the declaration is terminated or authorization is revoked sooner.
For more information, visit www.QuestDiagnostics.com/monkeypox or http://newsroom.questdiagnostics.com/COVIDTestingUpdates
Quest Diagnostics empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors and improve healthcare management. Quest annually serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and hospitals in the United States, and our 50,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, our diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives. www.QuestDiagnostics.com
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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Baltimore prosecutors asked a judge on Wednesday to vacate Adnan Syed’s conviction for the 1999 murder of Hae Min Lee — a case that was chronicled in the hit podcast “Serial.”
Baltimore’s state’s attorney filed a motion in circuit court, saying a lengthy investigation conducted with the defense had uncovered new evidence that could undermine the conviction of Syed, Lee’s ex-boyfriend.
“The motion filed today supports a new trial for Syed based on a nearly year-long investigation that revealed undisclosed and newly-developed information regarding two alternative suspects, as well as unreliable cell phone tower data,” State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby’s office said in a news release.
Syed, 42, has maintained his innocence for decades and captured the attention of millions in 2014 when the debut season of the “Serial” podcast focused on the case and raised doubts about some of the evidence, including cellphone tower data.
Prosecutors on Wednesday said they weren’t asserting that Syed is innocent, but they lacked confidence “in the integrity of the conviction” and recommended he be released on his own recognizance or bail.
“We believe that keeping Mr. Syed detained as we continue to investigate the case with everything that we know now, when we do not have confidence in results of the first trial, would be unjust,” Mosby added.
The state’s attorney’s office said if the court grants its motion it would effectively put Syed in a new trial status, and his convictions would be vacated, but the case would remain active.
“Whether the State ultimately continues with a trial in this matter or dismisses the charges will depend on the outcome of the ongoing investigation,” the state’s attorney’s office said.
Prosecutors said a reinvestigation of the case revealed evidence regarding the possible involvement of two alternative suspects other than Syed. The two suspects may be involved individually or may be involved together, the state’s attorney’s office said. One suspect had threatened Lee, saying “he would make her
Now, prosecutors say, the approximately year-long probe revealed two alternative suspects who were known to the authorities 23 years ago but not disclosed to Syed’s defense. Neither prosecutors nor defense attorneys will reveal the suspects’ identities because the investigation is ongoing, according to the motion.
One of the suspects had threatened Lee, saying “he would make her (Ms. Lee) disappear. He would kill her,” according to the filing.
“Given the stunning lack of reliable evidence implicating Mr. Syed, coupled with increasing evidence pointing to other suspects, this unjust conviction cannot stand,” said Assistant Public Defender Erica Suter, Mr. Syed’s attorney and, Director of the Innocence Project Clinic. “Mr. Syed is grateful that this information has finally seen the light of day and looks forward to his day in court.”
The suspects were known persons at the time of the original investigation and were not properly ruled out nor disclosed to the defense, prosecutors said.
The investigation also found a separate document from the original trial file, in which a different person relayed information that can be viewed as a motive for that same suspect to harm the victim, prosecutors said. The information about the threat and motives to harm could have provided a basis for the defense and was not disclosed to the trial nor the post-conviction defense counsel, the state’s attorney’s office said.
Prosecutors also said new information revealed that one of the suspects was convicted of attacking a woman in her vehicle, and that one of the suspects was convicted of engaging in serial rape and sexual assault.
The state’s attorney’s office declined to release information about the suspects, due to the ongoing investigation.
Prosecutors also noted unreliable cellphone data used during Syed’s court case to corroborate his whereabouts on the day of the crime. The notice on the records specifically advised that the billing locations for incoming calls “would not be considered reliable information for location.”
“Evidence proved that the State should not have relied on the incoming call evidence,” the state’s attorney’s office said.
Syed has served more than 20 years in prison for the strangling of Lee, who was 18 at the time. Her body was found weeks later buried in a Baltimore park.
More than a decade later, the popular “Serial” podcast revealed little-known evidence and attracted millions of listeners, shattering podcast-streaming and downloading records.
In 2016, a lower court ordered a retrial for Syed on grounds that his attorney, Cristina Gutierrez, who died in 2004, didn’t contact an alibi witness and provided ineffective counsel.
But after a series of appeals, Maryland’s highest court in 2019 denied a new trial in a 4-3 opinion. The Court of Appeals agreed with a lower court that Syed’s legal counsel was deficient in failing to investigate an alibi witness, but it disagreed that the deficiency prejudiced the case. The court said Syed waived his ineffective counsel claim.
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review Syed’s case in 2019.
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Gubernatorial candidates attend annual Lincoln Day lunch
BLACKFOOT, Idaho (KIFI) - Members of the Republican party of Idaho attended the annual Lincoln Day lunch Saturday.
Among them were gubernatorial candidates Steven Bradshaw and Lieutenant Governor Janice McGeachin.
Bradshaw's website says he promises he will protect the rights of Idahoans and make sure the federal government stays in its lane.
“I will take back the public land for Idaho. It's been done in 32 states. There's no reason that Idaho can't manage the lands within their borders," Bradshaw said.
Other candidates for governer were unable to attend the event.
The primary election is slated for May 17.
The general election will take place on Nov. 8.
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- Majority of homeowners and renters support allowing backyard cottages, duplexes and triplexes in residential neighborhoods
- Renters and homeowners throughout 26 major metropolitan areas largely agreed that allowing modest densification in residential neighborhoods would make housing more affordable and positively impact their communities
SEATTLE, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- There is broad support to allow backyard cottages, duplexes and triplexes in residential neighborhoods, according to a new Zillow survey covering 26 U.S. metropolitan areas struggling with housing affordability. The new research found that 77% of all homeowners and renters surveyed voiced support for construction of either new accessory dwelling units (ADUs), duplexes, or triplexes in residential neighborhoods.
A clear majority of homeowners surveyed, 73%, voiced support for at least one modest densification option, including either the construction of new backyard cottages or the building of new duplexes or triplexes. Support among renters was even higher, with 84% of renters supporting at least one modest densification measure in neighborhoods to help increase housing supply. Research has shown that modest densification through the addition of accessory dwelling units (ADUs), duplexes and triplexes could yield millions of new homes nationally, helping slow runaway price growth and improving access to public transit.
"We are facing a housing crisis that's touched most communities across the country, pushing housing affordability to the center of the conversation for many," said Manny Garcia, a population scientist at Zillow. "One of the most effective ways out of this crisis is to build more homes. Modest densification measures, like adding a small apartment in a backyard or converting existing homes into duplexes, could create millions of new homes."
Zillow's survey asked homeowners and renters how to best address affordability issues during a red-hot real estate market defined by limited housing inventory, rising interest rates, a steady increase in home prices and climbing rents across the country. These factors are compounded by a lost decade of new home construction that caused a shortfall of 1.35 million new homes in 35 metro areas alone. This latest survey, along with previous research, shows a growing consensus among homeowners and renters that more housing should be created in their own neighborhoods to address affordability.
"This survey shows that residents of more than 20 major U.S. metros — including homeowners — understand that building more homes in our neighborhoods is a credible and viable policy tool to increase housing supply and address affordability, while leaving a positive impact on their community in the long term," said Garcia.
Allowing ADUs, duplexes and triplexes is often referred to as "modest densification," creating small to medium housing types that fall between single-family homes and large multifamily apartment buildings. Research has shown that targeted modest densification measures, such as allowing for two units of housing on a fraction of single-family lots in large U.S. metros, could add 3.3 million homes to the nation's housing stock, helping boost critically needed housing supply in the years to come.
Highlighting how important the issue of affordability has become in recent years, 61% of respondents agreed that affordable housing in their neighborhood is more important than preserving free parking for themselves. Additionally, a majority of respondents said that allowing duplexes and triplexes in residential neighborhoods would have a positive impact on housing affordability, access to public transportation, and access to amenities like parks and restaurants.
The survey was conducted in 26 metro areas across the country, garnering responses from more than 12,000 individuals. Across metros, support for modest densification was strong, with at least 70% of respondents expressing support for construction of ADUs, duplexes or triplexes in neighborhoods.
Large metros that have long faced affordability challenges, such as San Jose, Los Angeles and Denver, clearly support modest densification. As do growing Sun Belt areas like Phoenix, Tampa, Jacksonville and Nashville, which historically have been more affordable but have heated up recently to become some of the hottest markets this year.
Perhaps more surprising is that some smaller metros embraced these options, as well. For instance, the Spokane area's support of modest densification measures (86% of respondents in favor) was among the highest in the nation, and 72% of respondents in the Cincinnati area said they support allowing ADUs, duplexes or triplexes in residential neighborhoods.
Support was not as strong for larger, multifamily apartment buildings, but was still found among 57% of those surveyed. Support for new apartments was highest among renters and young people, but recent trends suggest that support is growing among homeowners. In 2019, only 37% of homeowners supported apartment building construction in their own neighborhoods. Today, that figure has increased to 48%.
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The Bank refinanced loans for two properties in Salem, Massachusetts
ARLINGTON, Mass., May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leader Bank was proud to recently help the Salem Waterfront Hotel and Pickering Wharf Complex in historic Salem, Massachusetts refinance existing loans to capitalize on Leader Bank's low rates.
The owner of the two properties turned to the Bank's Commercial Lending team to refinance a $16.1 million loan for the 86-room Salem Waterfront Hotel and Suites and a $7.25 million loan for the Pickering Wharf Complex which includes 19 residential units, 30 retail units, and three office tenants.
"It was a pleasure to work with the owners of the Salem Waterfront Hotel and Pickering Wharf Complex find the right solution to refinance their impressive properties," said Sushil Tuli, Chairman & CEO of Leader Bank. "Both the Salem Waterfront Hotel and Pickering Wharf Complex are community staples, and we can't wait to see what they accomplish in the years ahead."
Leader Bank offers innovative products with quick, local decision-making to help our clients find the perfect solution for their business's lending needs. With decades of combined experience, our Commercial Lending team prides itself on building long-lasting relationships with our clients and helping them achieve their business goals. In 2021, our Commercial Lending team's efforts led to Leader Bank being recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration as the Massachusetts Lender to Retailer of the Year.
ABOUT LEADER BANK
Founded in 2002, Leader Bank is a Massachusetts-based entrepreneurial financial institution that approaches banking differently. The core tenets of Leader Bank include world class client service, exemplary products, and innovation to meet the needs of its clients. At its founding, Leader Bank had $6.5 million in assets – in the two decades since, the Bank has grown into one of the most successful financial institutions in the Commonwealth with $3.1 billion in assets. Leader Bank's best-in-class team members have been at the forefront of supporting the Bank's rapid growth and client-oriented solutions over the last two decades as the Bank has continued to expand its commercial and retail products and solutions. Leader Bank is a committed corporate citizen and prides itself on partnering with and supporting philanthropic organizations. More information on Leader Bank can be found at www.LeaderBank.com.
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Winter Weather Advisory issued May 29 at 2:42AM MDT until May 30 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches
above 7500 feet with a trace to 2 inches at pass level.
* WHERE…Bear River Range including Emigration Summit and ID-36.
* WHEN…From 6 AM this morning to noon MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions over mountain passes.
Backcountry users should be prepared for winter weather
conditions and much colder than normal temperatures.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
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| 2022-05-29T09:10:01Z
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SALADO — Services for Annette B. Roussell, 63, are pending with Broecker Funeral Home in Salado.
Mrs. Roussell died Thursday, July 14, at a local hospital.
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HOUSTON, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Supreme Court of Texas upheld an appellate ruling in favor of The John M. O'Quinn Foundation in its 12-year battle with Darla Lexington, the longtime companion of the late John O'Quinn (1941-2009), who sought to recover 50 percent of Mr. O'Quinn's Estate. In this latest litigation with Ms. Lexington, Bracewell LLP successfully represented The O'Quinn Foundation in the trial court and in the appellate courts.
The O'Quinn Foundation is the sole beneficiary of the famed trial lawyer's nine-figure estate. In July 2021, the Houston Court of Appeals affirmed entirely the trial court's dismissal of all claims brought by Lexington against The O'Quinn Foundation and others related to a prior settlement between the parties, the ownership of certain real estate, and the disinterment of O'Quinn's remains. The Court rejected Lexington's claim that she was O'Quinn's common-law spouse, as well as her claim that she owned the real estate on which O'Quinn was buried. On September 2, 2022, the Texas Supreme Court declined to accept Lexington's appeal, effectively ending the long-running saga and finding in favor of The O'Quinn Foundation.
"The John M. O'Quinn Foundation is pleased that the Texas Supreme Court brought an end to this long-running legal battle and honored Mr. O'Quinn's final wish that his Foundation would continue his legacy of charitable giving," said Bracewell's Christopher L. Dodson, who represented The O'Quinn Foundation, along with Warren W. Harris and Jeffrey L. Oldham.
Established in 1986, The John M. O'Quinn Foundation supports a wide variety of charitable activities, including conservation, education, healthcare and programs benefiting underprivileged youth in Houston and the surrounding areas. Rob Wilson, III, current President and long-time Trustee of The O'Quinn Foundation, as well as a close friend of Mr. O'Quinn prior to his death in 2009, reports that as of June 30, 2022, The O'Quinn Foundation has awarded more than $155 million in grants to charities in the Greater Houston and surrounding areas.
About Bracewell LLP
Bracewell is a leading law and government relations firm primarily serving the energy, infrastructure, finance and technology industries throughout the world. Our industry focus results in comprehensive state-of-the-art knowledge of the commercial, legal and governmental challenges faced by our clients and enables us to provide innovative solutions to facilitate transactions and resolve disputes.
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The University of St. Thomas' Carol and Odis Peavy School of Nursing (PSON) was named one of the 10 best nursing schools in Texas by nurse.org.
HOUSTON, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Peavy School of Nursing joins an elite list of Lone Star state nursing schools, including the University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M and Texas Woman's University. Nurse.org chooses the best nursing schools in Texas via a panel-reviewed selection based on several factors, including reputation, NCLEX pass rate, tuition and acceptance rate when available. Only ACEN or CCNE-accredited schools are eligible.
Texas is one of the largest employers for nurses in the nation, with an annual average wage of $79,120 in 2021, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
UST is Houston's Catholic University grounded in the liberal arts. St. Thomas is an urban campus centrally located in the Museum District near downtown, the Galleria and the Texas Medical Center. With UST's state-of-the-art Center for Science and Health Professions building and proximity to some of the nation's leading hospitals and medical organizations, nursing students have everything they need to succeed. And Houston is a great place to find a job after graduation.
PSON offers several tracks, including a traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) for post-bac students who have already earned a degree in another field. UST now accepts transfer students in the ABSN program who have earned 60+ credits with another institution. They also offer an RN to MSN for associate degree nurses who wish to bypass a BSN to achieve a Master of Science in Nursing. In addition, nurses can advance their nursing careers and increase their earning potential with its Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program.
"The Peavy School of Nursing's BSN and ABSN programs prepare students to be holistic nurses by delivering care that focuses on physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual needs of the populations they serve," Dr. Claudine Dufrene, Interim Executive Dean and Associate Professor of PSON, said. "Our graduates embrace that caring philosophy and are highly recruited by clinical agencies."
Students may learn on-campus, online, or accelerated, depending on the program chosen. UST's average annual tuition for a BSN is $32,484, with an NCLEX pass rate of 87.5%. Scholarships and financial aid are available, with the average award of an assistance package totaling $18,025. The PSON is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
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MILWAUKEE, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MGIC Investment Corporation (NYSE: MTG) today announced Teresita ("Sita") M. Lowman has been elected to the Board of Directors for MGIC Investment Corporation and its principal subsidiary, Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation (MGIC). Lowman will be a member of the Business Transformation and Technology Committee.
"We welcome Sita to the Board," said Curt Culver, the Chairman of MTG. "Her management and leadership experiences driving enterprise digital business transformation and extensive experience in information technology and cloud enterprise industries makes her a natural fit and we look forward to her contributions."
Sita Lowman is a member of the Board of Directors of One Stop Systems and she sits on the Advisory Board of Launch Factory.
Prior to that, Ms. Lowman most recently held the role of Vice President and General Manager at DXC Technology, a multi-billion dollar IT services Fortune 500 company. Prior to DXC, Ms. Lowman held positions at HP Enterprise, Nortel Networks and Texas Instruments Defense Group.
About MGIC
Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation "MGIC" (www.mgic.com), the principal subsidiary of MGIC Investment Corporation, serves lenders throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and other locations helping families achieve homeownership sooner by making affordable low-down-payment mortgages a reality through the use of private mortgage insurance.
From time to time MGIC Investment Corporation releases important information via postings on its corporate website, and via postings on MGIC's website for information related to underwriting and pricing, and intends to continue to do so in the future. Such postings include corrections of previous disclosures, and may be made without any other disclosure. Investors and other interested parties are encouraged to enroll to receive automatic email alerts and Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feeds regarding new postings. Enrollment information for MGIC Investment Corporation alerts can be found at https://mtg.mgic.com/shareholder-services/email-alerts. For information about our underwriting and rates, see https://www.mgic.com/underwriting.
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- Mendix application provides transparency in marketing budgets and enables strategic planning of marketing activities in a visually appealing way
- New customer-facing chargeback app streamlines refund process and contributes to improved customer satisfaction
- Integration with SAP provides maximum flexibility to core systems
BOSTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mendix, a Siemens business and global leader in modern enterprise application development, announced that PVH Europe, home to the global headquarters of Tommy Hilfiger and European offices of Calvin Klein, has selected the Mendix low-code platform. The organization leveraged the platform to create an innovative suite of applications to more efficiently manage and track marketing budgets, chargeback, on- and off-board temporary and external employees, manage project calendars and streamline customer service.
To support PVH Europe in more effectively managing and tracking marketing budgets, Mendix partner MxBlue developed an application to make budgets more transparent and provide clear spending insights to optimize planning in a visually appealing way. The Global Unified Budget Information (GUBI) app, which took five months to build, provides better, more timely information, which is crucial for efficiency and accountability.
Another solution created with Mendix is the Recertification Third Party Accounts (RTPA)) app which allows HR to work more closely with freelancers and contractors. The on- and off-boarding process is streamlined in the app, creating more engagement with external workers and also allowing accounts and certificates to be renewed using the app.
Integrates with SAP system of record
The PVH Europe team also developed the Chargeback app, which was built in just four months. It manages chargebacks to wholesale partners and streamlines end-of-season returns and markdowns automatically, improving customer satisfaction. To streamline processes, PVH Europe integrated the new solutions with SAP system of record, such as the Sample Sale app, an internal app to streamline invitations, registration, and crowd control for sample sales which integrates SAP with the Mendix platform.
All apps were built by Mendix partner MxBlue in close cooperation with PVH Europe. Leveraging the experience with the Mendix platform, the PVH Europe development team was able to build and launch two additional apps. Within six weeks they launched Prop Shop, an internal webshop for stores to order in-store promotional materials. The second app is called cBase, a customer information dashboard that supports the sales teams to prepare for customer visits.
The suite of new applications improved data accuracy and decreased the manual workload of checking and correcting data, improving efficiency. The Mendix building blocks allow customers to build new apps quickly, so they can experiment and define new standards for their business.
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In a digital-first world, customers want their every need anticipated, employees want better tools to do their jobs, and enterprises know that sweeping digital transformation is the key to survival and success. Mendix, a Siemens business, is quickly becoming the engine of the enterprise digital landscape. Its industry-leading low-code platform and comprehensive ecosystem integrates the most advanced technology to support solutions that boost engagement, streamline operations, and relieve IT logjams. Built on the pillars of abstraction, automation, cloud, and collaboration, Mendix dramatically increases developer productivity and empowers a legion of not-so-technical, 'citizen' developers to create apps guided by their particular domain expertise, facilitated by Mendix's engineered-in collaborative capabilities and intuitive visual interface. Recognized as a leader and visionary by leading industry analysts, the platform is cloud-native, open, extensible, agile, and proven. From artificial intelligence and augmented reality to intelligent automation and native mobile, Mendix is the backbone of digital-first enterprises. The Mendix enterprise low-code platform has been adopted by more than 4,000 leading companies in 46 countries.
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CHESTNUT RIDGE, N.Y., June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Renovare Environmental, Inc. (OTCPK:RENO) ("Renovare" or "Company"), a circular economy and sustainability technology services provider for the treatment of organic waste, today announced that it has signed a non-binding letter of intent to merge with Harp Renewables and its affiliate, Harp Electric Engineering (collectively "Harp").
Details of the proposed transaction and a time frame for completing the proposed merger will be announced if and when the parties execute a definitive agreement. The parties have entered into a period of exclusivity in order to negotiate the proposed transaction in good faith. Following the definitive agreement, the transaction will require approval by Renovare's shareholders.
The letter of intent supersedes and replaces all prior oral and/or written discussions or understandings between the Company and Harp. Pursuant to the letter of intent, the Company and Harp each agree that it will not enter into any public offering, merger, combination, divestiture, financing, joint venture, sale and/or acquisition agreement. Additionally, the letter of intent provides that if the Company terminates the letter of intent, it will be required to pay Harp a breakup fee in the amount of $850,000.
Renovare Environmental, Inc. (OTCPK: RENO), formerly BioHiTech Global, Inc., is a technology services company providing cost-effective solutions that improve environmental outcomes. Its solutions for waste management include the biological disposal of food waste, and proprietary real-time data analytics tools to reduce food waste generation. When used individually or in combination, our solutions lower the carbon footprint associated with organic waste transportation and can reduce or virtually eliminate landfill usage. Our unique solutions enable businesses and municipalities of all types, as well as educational and governmental facilities to solve everyday problems in a smarter and more cost-effective way while reducing their impact on the environment.
Harp Renewables, based in Ireland, is a global leader in thermophilic aerobic digestion and waste treatment solutions. Harp manufactures and sells a wide range of proprietary bio-digesters that convert food and other organic waste into a nutrient-rich, dry, safe soil product that can be used as a fertilizer, soil amendment or soil additive. Harp provides an innovative solution that provides soil regeneration, and significantly reduces the emission of CO2 and greenhouse gases. Harp Electrical Engineering has been operating since 2002 with extensive experience in large scale waste management projects across the globe.
This press release and any statements of stockholders, directors, employees, representatives and partners of the Company related thereto contain, or may contain, among other things, certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties. Such statements may include, without limitation, statements identified by words such as "projects," "may," "will," "could," "would," "should," "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "intends," "plans," "potential" or similar expressions. These statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of the Company's management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, including those detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results (including, without limitation, the Company's ability to negotiate and execute a definitive merger agreement with Harp, the timing and terms for closing of the merger, the expected financial performance of the Company following the completion of the merger, the expected synergies between the Company and Harp following closing of the merger, the Company's ability to realize all or any of the anticipated benefits associated with the merger, and the Company's ability to implement its business strategy and anticipated business and operations following the merger) may differ significantly from those set forth or implied in the forward-looking statements.
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Caprice Capital Partners, LLC Provides Financing and an Equity Co-Investment for the Acquisition of a Plumbing and HVAC Services Company
Alliance Plumbing Service & Repair, Inc.
1st Lien Term Loan & Equity Co-Investment Acquisition Financing
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Caprice Capital Partners, LLC recently underwrote, agented, and served as a sole lender on a 1st lien term loan and provided an equity co-investment in partnership with Shadow Lake Partners to acquire Alliance Plumbing ("Alliance" or the "Company").
Devaunt LeClaire, Shadow Lake Partners' Managing Partner commented: "The Caprice team has been a value-added partner through the diligence process and their extensive experience partnering with lower middle market companies allowed us to execute with speed and certainty. Add-ons will play a large role in our value-creation strategy, and Caprice's ability to move quickly with incremental investments of up to $75 million gives us and management the conviction we need to execute."
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, Alliance is a leading provider of plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical and repair services as well as plumbing construction services in the greater Phoenix Scottsdale, AZ MSA.
Jon Finch, Partner at Caprice commented: "We are excited to partner with Shadow Lake Partners and Alliance's existing management team as they execute on both organic and inorganic growth initiatives."
Robert Choi, Vice President at Caprice, added "Caprice's one-stop capital solution and partnership approach demonstrates Caprice's ability to effectively support independent sponsors."
Caprice Capital Partners, LLC is a Los Angeles based, relationship-driven private investment firm focused on providing tailored debt and non-control equity solutions to entrepreneurial, non-sponsor backed companies in the lower middle market.
Caprice partners with founder-owners as well as independent sponsors and search funds to support buyout, growth, and recapitalization initiatives. Caprice is most effective with shareholders and management teams that are seeking true partnership and better alignment from their non-control capital partners, particularly given the strategic nature and often complex and time-constrained circumstances of the transaction.
Caprice is industry-agnostic and situation-specific, often providing solutions to companies at or near an inflection point. Caprice tends to be the sole lender providing a capital solution between $5-$75 million to companies with at least $2 million of EBITDA.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP served as Caprice's legal counsel on the transaction.
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America's Farmers Grow Communities Program Returns to support Organizations that Keep Communities Thriving
- Now through Nov. 1, Bayer Fund's America's Farmers Grow Communities program encourages eligible farmers to enroll for the chance to direct $5,000 donations to local eligible nonprofits, schools or ag programs.
- America's Farmers programs have awarded $65 million to thousands of nonprofits, schools and ag students across rural America since its inception in 2010.
- To enroll for a chance to direct a donation, farmers can visit www.AmericasFarmers.com or call 1-877-267-3332 toll-free.
ST. LOUIS, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayer Fund's America's Farmers Grow Communities program is once again teaming up with farmers across the country to find and fund the organizations and institutions that keep their communities thriving. From August 1 to November 1, eligible farmers can enroll for the chance to direct a $5,000 donation to a local eligible nonprofit organization, school or youth agriculture program.
Since its inception in 2010, America's Farmers initiatives have awarded more than $65 million to thousands of schools and nonprofit organizations across the country. Farmers have played a key role in identifying and directing funds to programs and organizations that contribute to their communities' health and vibrancy, such as food banks, schools and agriculture programs.
"Grow Communities is a special program because we work closely with farmers to find and fund nonprofit organizations that make a positive impact in their communities," said Al Mitchell, Bayer Fund President. "Every year, we hear from farmers and Grow Communities recipients who tell us the dollars are making a difference. Because of this feedback, the Bayer Fund team is excited to continue to help strengthen rural communities through this program."
Farmers are eligible to enroll in Grow Communities if they are 21 years of age or older and are actively engaged in farming at least 250 acres of any crop. To enroll in or learn more about Grow Communities, including program eligibility and rules, farmers can visit www.AmericasFarmers.com or call 1-877-267-3332 toll-free. Winners will be announced February 2023.
America's Farmers, sponsored by Bayer Fund, is focused on strengthening rural America through community outreach programs that partner with farmers to make an impact in communities where farmers live and work. The programs have given more than $65 million to rural America since 2010.
Bayer Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the communities where Bayer customers and employees live and work by providing funding for food and nutrition, education and community development projects.
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Virgin Orbit rocket launches 7 US defense satellites
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Virgin Orbit rocket carrying seven U.S. Defense Department satellites was launched from a special Boeing 747 flying off the Southern California coast and streaked toward space Friday night.
The modified jumbo jet took off from Mojave Air and Space Port in the Mojave Desert and released the rocket over the Pacific Ocean, northwest of Los Angeles.
The launch was procured by the U.S. Space Force for a Defense Department test program. The seven payloads will conduct various experiments.
“And there we have it, folks!” the company tweeted shortly before 1 a.m. local time, about an hour after the rocket separated from the 747. “NewtonFour successfully reignited and deployed all customer spacecraft into their target orbit.”
It was Virgin Orbit’s fourth commercial launch and first night launch. The launch was originally scheduled for Wednesday night, but that attempt was scrubbed due to a propellant temperature issue.
Virgin Orbit named the mission “Straight Up” after the hit on Paula Abdul’s debut studio album “Forever Your Girl,” which was released through Virgin Records in 1988.
Virgin Orbit was founded in 2017 by British billionaire Richard Branson. It is headquartered in Long Beach, California, and currently conducts launches from the Mojave airport but is planning international missions.
Later this year, the company will launch two satellites on a mission flying out of Newquay Airport in Cornwall, England. The satellites will conduct radio signal monitoring tests in a joint project of the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defense and the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office.
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Cala is the featured speaker for Chopra Global's free Journey to Well-being experience throughout the month of July. His five-part program, available in the Chopra App, will guide listeners to activate their unique gifts and discover their life purpose.
MIAMI, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ismael Cala life and human development strategist, journalist, bestselling author, philanthropist, and international speaker, will be the feature speaker in July for Chopra Global's Journey to Well-Being, an initiative created with the aim of sharing the experience of personal growth around the world.
Journey to Well-Being comprises monthly themes addressing all aspects of life and is designed to offer an intuitive on-ramp to self-care along with customized practices for a more meaningful experience and impact. The experience is rooted in Ayurveda, a traditional 5,000-year-old healing system, translated as "the science of life," that provides a framework for taking care of our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health by empowering the inherent healing power that lives within all of us. As a personalized lifestyle medicine, Ayurveda considers health to be a state of wholeness—the dynamic and balanced integration of body, mind, and spirit.
In his five part program, available for free throughout July, Cala will guide participants to connect with their universal truth and life purpose. Listeners will overcome limitations, tap into their deepest desires, and activate their unique gifts, through mindfulness meditation, reflection and the practice of gratitude.
"For me, it is a true honor to be the guest of a great life mentor such as Deepak Chopra, but also, to be connected with one of my related topics which is purpose, since I consider it the basis that can bring us more wellbeing on our path. Being able to share this knowledge in a free way makes me happy to fulfill my purpose of helping as many people as I can connect with themselves and their purposes," said Ismael Cala.
"Given the state of the world, personal health and well-being are now more important than ever," said Mallika Chopra, CEO of Chopra Global. "The Chopra Meditation & Well-Being App is designed to be a companion guide to improve your life. I couldn't be more excited to take this Ayurvedic journey with you all."
Participants will have free access to this five-part program (entirely in English) inside the Chopra App for iOS and Android, in addition to downloadable workbooks and tools to support their journey to well-being. Register now and gain access to a special virtual event with Ismael Cala and Mallika Chopra where they will discuss the pathway to purpose on July 11th at 9:30 am PT, 12:30 pm ET.
To register, simply access the following link.
About Ismael Cala
Life and business strategist, best-selling author on leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal development. Host on CALA, a prime time show in CNN en Español for more than 5 years. Founder and president of Cala Group and Ismael Cala's Foundation and author of bestsellers such as "Wake up with Cala,", "Life is a Pinata,", "The Emotional Illiterate,", "The Power of Listening,", "A good son of P…" ,", "The Secret of Bamboo" and "Flow so as not to suffer". Ambassador to the concept of Corporate Happiness for more than 400 companies in Latin America. He has collaborated with great experts such as Deepak Chopra and John C. Maxwell and received personalized training from renowned international coaches such as Tony Robbins and Miguel Ruiz.
About Chopra Global
Chopra Global is a leading whole health company that is empowering personal transformation for millions of people globally to expand our collective well-being. Anchored by the life's practice and research of Dr. Deepak Chopra, a pioneer in integrative medicine, Chopra Global's signature programs have been proven to improve overall well-being through a focus on physical, mental, and spiritual health. Chopra Global has been at the forefront of health and wellness for more than two decades with a portfolio that includes an editorial archive of more than 2000 health articles, expansive self-care practices and meditations, a comprehensive mobile app, masterclasses, teacher certifications, immersive live events, and personalized retreats. In 2020, Chopra Global launched The Chopra Meditation & Well-being app, which offers simple, self-care guidance and meditation for mind, body, and spirit. The vast library of content features hundreds of meditations and practices with an integrative approach to help create and sustain a healthier life, with an emphasis on stress, energy, sleep, mood management, purpose, relationships, and growth. By providing tools, guidance and community, Chopra aims to advance a culture of well-being and make a healthy, peaceful, and joyful life accessible to all. For more information, interact with the team on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, Brazil, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Embraer (B3: EMBR3, NYSE: ERJ) signed an agreement with Toyota do Brasil in order to embrace Toyota Production System (TPS) principles and concepts in its industrial operations. The initiative aims to eliminate waste, obtain operational efficiency, and increase value generation for stakeholders.
During the first phase of this joint work, a team of TPS specialists from Toyota Brazil will immerse themselves in Embraer's daily work to evaluate and suggest improvements for the company's main manufacturing area at the Ozires Silva Unit, located in São José dos Campos, São Paulo.
"Bringing Toyota to execute this work reinforces Embraer's commitment to focus on business excellence and sustainable growth," said Francisco Gomes Neto, CEO of Embraer. "It will be an excellent opportunity to exchange knowledge and accelerate the usage of the Lean philosophy in the production systems, while strengthening practices already conducted by the Embraer Enterprise Excellence Program, the P3E."
"TPS is a methodology that can contribute to different scenarios and occasions. More than efficiency and productivity, the TPS can provide solutions that allow industry and other sectors to continuously improve their processes, which is one of Toyota's pillars worldwide. There is still a possibility that we can contribute to the ESG agenda," said Rafael Chang, President of Toyota do Brasil.
Since 2007, Embraer has been following the Lean philosophy as a business strategy that spreads P3E principles, concepts, and practices. This program is responsible for leading transformations in an integrated way, paving the path for the entire company to make big steps in improving its processes. This system of excellence aims at safety first, quality always, and deliveries on time—all at the best cost.
A reference in the concept of Industry 4.0, Embraer has made immense progress at the forefront of manufacturing technologies with digital, integrated, and low environmental impact factories, with continuous improvement of processes and adaptation of technology for people and operations. From 2022, the company's goal is to grow carbon neutral and, by 2024, have 100% of energy coming from renewable sources in Brazilian operations.
About Toyota Production System (TPS)
Developed and refined over decades, since the beginning of the 21st century, TPS is a management philosophy that helps to optimize business results with a focus on safety, logistics and process management, always with quality and at a low cost. It is a system that seeks to expose and solve problems in the most diverse environments and situations, and that can be applied, therefore, to any activity in an organization.
Among the main TPS concepts that will be worked on in partnership with Embraer are just in time - which aims to create a continuous flow of manufacturing and greater partnership with suppliers for the efficient use of parts and resources, avoiding excess of inventories and waste - and the jidoka – which aims to improve the quality and added value of work executed in a factory.
About Embraer
A global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, Embraer has businesses in Commercial and Executive aviation, Defense & Security and Agricultural Aviation. The company designs, develops, manufactures and markets aircraft and systems, providing Services & Support to customers after-sales.
Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than 8,000 aircraft. On average, about every 10 seconds an aircraft manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world, transporting over 145 million passengers a year.
Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 150 seats and the main exporter of high value-added goods in Brazil. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service and parts distribution centers, among other activities, across the Americas, Africa, Asia and Europe.
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kingwood International Resorts, known for developing and operating luxury real estate properties and golf-centered destination resorts, has partnered with Tambourine, the digital marketing technology company serving hotels, resorts, and tourism destinations worldwide, for its portfolio of resorts.
- Kingwood Resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains
- Reunion Resort in Orlando
- Plantation on Crystal River
- The All-New, Reunion Cay on Grand Bahama Island
"Kingwood International Resorts is a fantastic group of properties. Each destination provides a wide array of resort offerings, including world-class golf courses," said Sydney Wilson, Tambourine's SVP of Sales. "Because each resort is truly a destination in and of itself, Kingwood International Resorts have greater needs beyond the leisure segment. For this reason, Tambourine's golf, spa, and weddings segment solutions align perfectly with their broader objectives."
Kingwood International Resorts continues to innovate and expand. The international resort management group assigned Tambourine with their latest, ground-breaking project: Reunion Cay, a luxury resort and residential community on Grand Bahama Island.
"Tambourine's incredible design, media strategy, and marketing expertise continue to impress us. We're excited to continue our partnership and show the world Reunion Cay," said Anthony Carll, Kingwood's VP of Operations.
Tambourine is currently developing brand guidelines and website buildout for everything Reunion Cay will offer – private residences, luxury hotels, two superyacht marinas, a private airport, multiple restaurants and bars, and more.
Focused on developing and operating real estate properties and golf-centered destinations, Kingwood International Resorts is a proven leader in hospitality, pioneering experiences that are both innovative within the industry and beneficial within its communities.
Tambourine is an award-winning digital marketing firm driving demand, revenue, and brand awareness for the hospitality world since 1984. The company continues to shake up the industry with custom integrated marketing solutions for hotels, resorts, and destinations worldwide. Tambourine's emergence as the market leader for both branded and independent hotels is a testament to its core values: putting customer service center stage, setting the standards for hotel website design, and making performance digital marketing easier and more profitable for its valued partners.
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No immediate effect on Nasdaq listing or trading of the Company's ordinary shares
TEL AVIV, Israel, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SuperCom (NASDAQ: SPCB), a global provider of secure solutions for the e-Government, IoT, and Cybersecurity sectors announced that it has it received a notification letter from Nasdaq that the Company has been granted an additional 180-day compliance period, or until December 12, 2022 to regain compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price rule.
Nasdaq's determination is based on the Company meeting the continued listing requirement for market value of publicly held shares and all other applicable requirements for initial listing on the Capital Market with the exception of the bid price requirement, and the Company's written notice of its intention to cure the deficiency during the second compliance period and if necessary, by effecting a reverse stock split.
Previously, in a notification letter dated December 13, 2021, Nasdaq had notified the Company that, based on the previous 30 consecutive business days, the Company's listed security no longer met the minimum $1 bid price per share requirement. Therefore, in accordance with Nasdaq's Listing Rules, the Company was provided 180 calendar days, or until June 13, 2022, to regain compliance.
If at any time before December 12, 2022, the closing bid price of the Company's security is at least $1 per share for a minimum of 10 consecutive business days, the Company will regain compliance with this Nasdaq rule and this matter will be closed.
This current notification from Nasdaq has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of the Company's ordinary shares, which will continue to trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol "SPCB".
The Company will actively monitor the closing bid price of its ordinary shares between now and December 12, 2022 and intends to consider all available options to resolve the deficiency and regain compliance within the additional compliance period provided.
About SuperCom
Since 1988, SuperCom has been a global provider of traditional and digital identity solutions, providing advanced safety, identification and security solutions to governments and organizations, both private and public, throughout the world. Through its proprietary e-Government platforms and innovative solutions for traditional and biometrics enrollment, personalization, issuance and border control services, SuperCom has inspired governments and national agencies to design and issue secure Multi-ID documents and robust digital identity solutions to its citizens and visitors. SuperCom offers a unique all-in-one field-proven RFID & mobile technology and product suite, accompanied by advanced complementary services for various industries including healthcare and homecare, security and safety, community public safety, law enforcement, electronic monitoring, livestock monitoring, and building and access automation.
SuperCom's website is http://www.supercom.com
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NEW YORK (AP) — Steve Bannon, a longtime ally of former President Donald Trump, said Tuesday that he expects to be charged soon in a state criminal case in New York City.
Bannon, 68, plans to turn himself in on Thursday, according to a person familiar with the matter. The person insisted on anonymity to discuss an ongoing investigation.
The Washington Post, citing anonymous sources, reported that the state criminal case would resemble an earlier attempted federal prosecution, in which Bannon was accused of duping donors who gave money to fund a wall on the U.S. southern border.
That federal case ended abruptly, before trial, when Trump pardoned Bannon.
The Manhattan district attorney’s office declined comment late Tuesday.
In a statement, Bannon said District Attorney Alvin Bragg “has now decided to pursue phony charges against me 60 days before the midterm election,” accusing the Democratic prosecutor of targeting him because he and his radio show are popular among Trump’s Republican supporters.
“The SDNY did the exact same thing in August 2020 to try to take me out of the election,” Bannon said, referring to his arrest months before Trump’s re-election loss.
Federal agents pulled Bannon from a luxury yacht off the Connecticut coast and arrested him on charges he pocketed more than $1 million in wall donations.
“It didn’t work then, it certainly won’t work now,” the former White House strategist said. “This is nothing more than a partisan political weaponization of the criminal justice system.”
Bannon, who had pleaded not guilty, was dropped from the federal case when Trump pardoned him on his last day in office in January 2021.
Two other men involved in the “We Build the Wall” project pleaded guilty in April. They had been scheduled to be sentenced this week, but that was recently postponed to December. A third defendant’s trial ended in a mistrial in June after jurors said they could not reach a unanimous verdict.
A president can only pardon federal crimes, not state offenses, but that doesn’t mean state-level prosecutors have carte blanche to try similar cases.
In 2019, then-Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr. brought state mortgage fraud charges against Trump’s former campaign chairman Paul Manafort in what was widely seen as an attempt to hedge against a possible pardon.
But a judge threw the case out on double jeopardy grounds, finding that it was too similar to a federal case that resulted in Manafort’s conviction. (Manafort was later pardoned by Trump).
While Manafort’s New York case was pending, New York eased its double jeopardy protections, ensuring that state-level prosecutors could pursue charges against anyone granted a presidential pardon for similar federal crimes.
Bannon’s case differs because he was dropped from the federal case in its early stages. In most cases, double jeopardy is only a factor when a person has been convicted or acquitted of a crime.
In another case not covered by Trump’s pardon, Bannon was convicted in July on contempt charges for defying a congressional subpoena from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. He is scheduled to be sentenced in October and faces up to two years in federal prison.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Enochian BioSciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENOB) between January 17, 2018 and June 27, 2022, both dates inclusive, (the "Class Period"), including common stock issued by Enochian in a private placement offering on or about February 16, 2018, of the important September 26, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Enochian BioSciences 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 Enochian BioSciences class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6517 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 September 26, 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) co-founder and inventor, Serhat Gumrukcu, was engaged in a variety of frauds; (2) Gumrukcu was not a licensed doctor anywhere in the world; (3) as a result of the foregoing, Gumrukcu's purported contributions to Enochian lacked a reasonable basis; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Enochian had overstated its commercial prospects; (5) Gumrukcu had improperly diverted approximately $20 million from Enochian to entities he owned; and (6) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Enochian's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Enochian BioSciences class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6517 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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Situated in the heart of downtown Nashville's energetic SoBro neighbourhood, Four Seasons encompasses 235 guest rooms and suites, a new chef-driven dining concept, a full-service spa and resort-style pool deck, stunning event spaces, and more
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville, anticipated to open this September, is now accepting reservations. Ideally situated just one block from the entertainment hub of Broadway in Nashville's celebrated SoBro district, Four Seasons will enter a city that is enjoying exponential growth and has broadened its appeal on the international stage.
"With every new location, Four Seasons takes inspiration from the local community and culture, celebrating what makes it special today, and proudly contributing to its future," notes Antoine Chahwan, Four Seasons President, Hotel Operations - Americas East. "Nashville's creative spirit makes it one of the country's most exciting destinations, and it will soon be home to a truly exceptional Four Seasons experience."
A striking addition to the city skyline, the 40-storey glass tower designed by Soloman Cordwell Buenz architects is an understatement in luxurious style. Sunlight streams in from all sides, with panoramic city and river views in every direction. Light-filled interiors crafted by Marzipan and HOK pay homage to Tennessee's iron industry heritage, while making thoroughly modern use of steel, copper, bronze and the state's native black walnut.
An art collection featuring local and international artists speaks to the city's reputation for attracting creativity, including more than 700 reproductions by Berlin-based multi-disciplined contemporary artist Gregor Hildebrandt.
Four Seasons Hotel Nashville will join the city's vibrant culinary scene with an exciting new dining concept; introduce a resort-style experience for guests with a sun-soaked rooftop pool deck; unveil a beautiful new spa; and host memorable weddings, galas and more in its light-filled event spaces. Guest accommodations, including 193 rooms and 42 suites, are between the 7th and 14th floors, and the Hotel is also home to 144 fully serviced Four Seasons Private Residences on its uppermost floors.
"Opening up for reservations brings us one step closer to our opening day, and we simply can't wait," says Richard Poskanzer, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Nashville. "The city's authentic Southern hospitality and our own commitment to treating our guests with genuine warmth and care are a perfect match. From the beginning, we've been welcomed with open arms, and with a large proportion of our staff being recruited locally, we feel a part of this incredible community even before opening our doors."
Be among the first to experience the all-new Four Seasons Hotel Nashville by calling +1 615 610 6995, or booking a stay online.
Well-known worldwide as Music City, Nashville has more recently grown into a must-see global destination offering up a plethora of attractions to would-be visitors, including endless options in live sports, dining, the arts and more. Four Seasons Hotel Nashville could not be better placed to offer future guests the experience they desire, with its prime location just steps away from all the city has to offer. The Hotel also enjoys close proximity to a number of different neighbourhoods of Nashville, all offering a unique character and vibrancy with their home-grown retail offerings, independent coffee shops and eateries.
A sports fan's dream, the Hotel is walking distance to the homes of the Tennessee Titans and the Nashville Predators, and is within easy reach of GEODIS Park, the home of Nashville SC, the city's Major League Soccer team. Nashville's reputation as a city of the arts is demonstrated by established institutions such as The Frist Art Museum, in addition to a number of community-level art organizations.
And of course, there is the music. The Grand Ole Opry, Bluebird Café, Ryman Auditorium – the famed music venues that continue to launch legends are just the start of a memorable time in Nashville. The city is a must-stop on major tours by international artists across all genres, and there are countless smaller venues - many just a block from Four Seasons in the Lower Broadway neighbourhood - where great music and good company can be enjoyed. The Schermerhorn Symphony Center, home to the Nashville Symphony, is next to the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum, just steps from Four Seasons.
A culinary renaissance has been evident across the city's dining scene is recent years, fast-growing Nashville's reputation as a foodie's paradise, showcasing Michelin-starred chefs in a respected fine-dining scene, as well as an array of multi-cultural street food and farmers' markets.
Four Seasons Hotel Nashville will introduce Mimo Restaurant and Bar, blending Southern Italian cuisine with Southern influences, where culinary excellence can be savoured in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether kicking off a day of exploration at breakfast, savouring a long lunch or dinner that highlights local artisans and purveyors, or meeting friends for a lively evening of creative cocktails and local brews, Mimo is a place that both locals and visitors will soon call their own.
"Artists and creators come to Nashville to make a name for themselves, and to find inspiration in the extraordinary diversity of talent – and that includes the many chefs, mixologists, brewmasters, farmers and producers in the region. Four Seasons will showcase their products and stories, with evolving menus that also reflect the creativity and passion of our people," says Poskanzer, whose nearly two decades with Four Seasons were largely spent focussed upon food and beverage before being promoted to senior management roles.
Settled into a poolside lounge enjoying a range of inventive drinks crafted and delivered by attentive Four Seasons servers, guests might imagine that they are in some exotic locale, but in fact it's the incredible pool deck at Four Seasons in downtown Nashville. Here, days will be enjoyed in and around the infinity-edge pool, enjoying an al fresco lunch on the deck, or an evening of drinks under the stars with friends.
The Spa at Four Seasons is on the same level - but this is not a place of hushed tones and muted lighting. This Spa will encourage friends to come together to socialize while they are pampered by expert therapists and salon stylists. Guests can round out a day with a workout in the state-of-the-art fitness centre designed by celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak.
With two ballrooms and six additional event spaces offering the latest in conference technology on the Hotel's fifth level, not to mention its central location, Four Seasons Hotel Nashville will offer the city's premier address for weddings, social events, business meetings and conferences. All spaces boast floor-to-ceiling windows with city and river views, and elegantly neutral décor that allows each room to be transformed for the occasion. With an experienced team of event planners and creative catering staff taking care of every detail, meetings are more productive, and social events are worry-free so that attendees can relax and enjoy the moment.
Planning a gathering? Contact +1 629 401 3848 for more details about events at Four Seasons and booking pre-opening site tours.
In the centre of downtown's dynamic SoBro area, Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville is just one block from Broadway with its live music and nightlife. Nature is at the doorstep with Riverfront Park, the Cumberland River and the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge offering dazzling downtown views. From Four Seasons, it's an easy walk to the Ascend Amphitheater, Bridgestone Arena, Nissan Stadium and the Music City Center convention complex. Nashville International Airport (BNA) is just a 15-minute drive from the Hotel.
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O3D community building a first-class, open-source 3D engine to advance development across gaming, the metaverse, and a variety of other applications
SAN FRANCISCO, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Open 3D Foundation (O3DF), the home of a vibrant community focused on advancing the future of open 3D development, announces its growing ecosystem with the addition of LightSpeed Studios as a Premier member alongside Adobe, AWS, Huawei, Intel, Microsoft and Niantic.
Today's top-quality 3D engines are as complex as operating systems, requiring significant time, cost, and human capital investments to keep pace with advancements. Open source has repeatedly proven to be the path to quickest innovation. The Open 3D Engine (O3DE) offers a high-fidelity, fully-featured, open source alternative poised to revolutionize real-time 3D development across a variety of industries—from game development, the metaverse, AI and digital twin, to automotive, healthcare, robotics and more.
As a Premier member, LightSpeed Studios will bring its leadership and wealth of experience in global research and development of high-quality games to help drive the development of O3DE's specifications and initiatives. Tencent Senior Project Manager, Lanye Wang, will join the Open 3D Foundation's Governing Board, helping shape the Foundation's strategic direction and its stewardship of 3D visualization and simulation projects.
"We are very excited to join the Open 3D Foundation, especially for the opportunity to leverage the connection with all of the other members to dive deep into the graphic technologies and build a top-level open source 3D engine community," said Lanye Wang, representing LightSpeed Studios. "We look forward to working with you."
LightSpeed Studios is one of the world's most innovative and successful game developers, with teams around the world. Founded in 2008, LightSpeed Studios has created over 50 games across multiple platforms and genres for over 4 billion registered users. Comprised of passionate players who advance the art and science of game development through great stories, great gameplay and advanced technology, LightSpeed Studios is focused on bringing next-generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime across multiple genres and devices.
"It has been amazing to see the rapid growth of the O3D ecosystem, and we're elated to welcome LightSpeed Studios to our community," said Royal O'Brien, Executive Director of Open 3D Foundation and General Manager of Games and Digital Media at the Linux Foundation. "LightSpeed Studios has achieved a strong reputation as a leading global game developer, offering high-quality gaming experiences to hundreds of millions of users worldwide, and we are excited to collaborate with them as we enhance O3DE's capabilities for global 3D developers."
LightSpeed Studios is one of 25 member companies since the public announcement of the Open 3D Foundation in July 2021. Other premier members include Adobe, AWS, Huawei, Intel, Microsoft and Niantic.
In May, O3DE announced its latest release, focused on performance, stability and usability enhancements. With over 1,460 code merges, this new release offers several improvements aimed to make it easier to build 3D simulations for AAA games and a range of other applications. Significant enhancements include core stability, installer validation, motion matching, user-defined property (UDP) support for the asset pipeline, and automated testing advancements. The O3D Engine community is very active, averaging up to 2 million line changes and 350-450 commits monthly from 60-100 authors across 41 repos.
On October 17-19, the Open 3D Foundation will host O3Dcon, its flagship conference, bringing together technology leaders, indie and independent 3D developers, and the academic community to share ideas, discuss hot topics and foster the future of 3D development across a variety of industries and disciplines. For those interested in sponsoring this event, please contact sponsorships@linuxfoundation.org.
Anyone interested in the O3D Engine is invited to get involved and connect with the community on Discord.com/invite/o3de and GitHub.com/o3de.
O3D Engine is the flagship project managed by the Open 3D (O3D) Foundation. The open-source project is a modular, cross-platform 3D engine built to power anything from AAA games to cinema-quality 3D worlds to high-fidelity simulations. The code is hosted on GitHub under the Apache 2.0 license. To learn more, please visit o3de.org.
Established in July 2021, the mission of the Open 3D Foundation (O3DF) is to make an open-source, fully-featured, high-fidelity, real-time 3D engine for building games and simulations, available to every industry. The Open 3D Foundation is home to the O3D Engine project. To learn more, please visit o3d.foundation.
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3 interstate shootings in Alabama, Georgia possibly connected, police say
LEE COUNTY, Ala. (WSFA/Gray News) - Law enforcement agencies are searching for a vehicle of interest possibly connected to three separate shootings along Interstate 85 in Alabama and Georgia, WSFA reported.
Multiple agencies are involved in the investigation including Auburn Police Department, Troup County Sheriff’s Office in Georgia, Montgomery Police Department, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the FBI, according to a news release.
Police in Auburn, Alabama, said they responded to the area of Interstate 85 northbound between mile markers 56 and 57 Wednesday around 6:15 a.m. There were reports that a vehicle was stopped in the road, and another motorist gave the victim aid before first responders arrived.
Once on the scene, officers found the driver, a 45-year-old man, suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. Authorities said a shot had been fired into the rear of the man’s vehicle. The victim was flown by helicopter in critical condition to a Montgomery, Alabama, hospital.
Police are working to determine if the shooting is related to a shooting near Interstate 85 in Troup County, Georgia. According to WTVM, that incident involved a man who was reportedly shot at while driving on the interstate. The victim was not injured.
Details on a third Interstate 85 shooting, confirmed by police as part of the ongoing investigation, have not been released. It’s unclear where this shooting happened or if anyone was injured as a result.
The suspect is believed to be in a 1996 white Cadillac Fleetwood with license plate 3753BF3.
Anyone who sees the vehicle is asked to call 911 immediately and is urged not to approach the car or its driver. Any tips on this investigation should be made to detectives at (334) 501-3140 or at the tip line (334) 246-1391.
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PITTSBURGH, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be a simple accessory to show support in the mitigation efforts centered around the COVID-19 pandemic," said an inventor, from Lexington, Ky., "so I invented the COVID COVER. My design would not require any alteration to any lightbulb or electrical components."
The invention provides a unique way to show support for efforts in resolving the current COVID-19 pandemic. In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional signs and lighting displays. As a result, it provides added peace of mind. The invention features a simple design that is easy to apply and use so it is ideal for residential and commercial settings. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Knoxville sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-NAM-170, 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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Police: Drug dealer arrested with enough fentanyl to kill 625K people
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Gray News) - Police in North Carolina said a tip helped lead them to their biggest drug bust in Buncombe County’s history.
The Asheville Police Department reported it arrested Jonathan Maurice Logan, Jr., 33, on Thursday and seized 2.76 pounds of suspected fentanyl.
Authorities said that amount of fentanyl equates to more than 625,000 lethal doses of the highly potent drug.
Officers also took nearly 400 grams of methamphetamine and almost $11,000 in Logan’s arrest.
“After receiving information about Logan’s involvement in drug sales in Asheville, including tips from the Tip411 app, our officers were able to use that information to make the arrest,” said Asheville Police Department Chief David Zack. “This is a significant drug arrest which removes a large amount of this deadly drug from our streets, much in thanks to the support we receive from the community sharing your tips.”
In addition to the drugs and cash seized, APD officers also recovered a brick press, vacuum sealer and blender.
The police department said one kilogram of fentanyl potentially could kill 500,000 people, according to the DEA, and Thursday’s drug bust produced 1.25 kilograms of the suspected drug.
Logan faces several charges in the arrest that include possession with intent to sell or deliver fentanyl and methamphetamine and tracking in opium or heroin by possession.
The 33-year-old was booked into the Buncombe County Detention Center on a $500,000 bond.
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NAPLES, Fla., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vernon Litigation Group, based in Naples, Florida is representing retirees with holdings in GWG Bonds sold by Moloney Securities.
GWG issued billions in high yield bonds sold through 145 independent broker-dealers. In January, GWG announced that it was pausing income payments to bond holders and freezing redemptions. In April, GWG Holdings filed for bankruptcy protection leaving its bondholders with little hope. Since 2015, GWG was funding cash flow needs by issuing new debt. Brokerage firms such as Moloney Securities should have known that this investment was doomed to fail and stopped selling GWG bonds.
NASD Notice to Members 04-30 governs the sale of bonds and bond funds such as GWG's Bonds. FINRA members are obligated to conduct the following steps when selling such bonds to investors:
Understanding the terms, conditions, risks, and rewards of bonds and bond funds they sell (performing a reasonable-basis suitability analysis);
Making certain that a particular bond or bond fund is appropriate for a particular customer before recommending it to that customer (performing a customer-specific suitability analysis);
Providing a balanced disclosure of the risks, costs, and rewards associated with a particular bond or bond fund, especially when selling to retail investors;
Adequately training and supervising employees who sell bonds and bond funds;
Our client have suffered significant damages as a result of sales deficiencies laid out in NTM 04-30. Had our clients been provided balanced disclosures by the firm, the investments into GWG's Bonds could have been avoided. If you or one of your loved ones was sold GWG Bonds by your financial advisor you may be entitled to a financial recovery. One of our securities attorneys will happily provide you with a free overview of any potential claims you may have.
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US disrupts North Korean hackers that targeted hospitals
NEW YORK (AP) — The FBI and Justice Department recently disrupted the activities of a hacking group that was sponsored by the North Korean government and that targeted U.S. hospitals with ransomware, ultimately recovering half a million dollars in ransom payments and cryptocurrency, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco said Tuesday.
Monaco revealed new details of the attacks during a speech in which she encouraged organizations hit by ransomware to report the crime to law enforcement, both so that officials can investigate and so that they can help victim companies try to get ransom payments back.
In this case, Monaco said, a Kansas hospital that paid a ransom last year after being attacked by ransomware also contacted the FBI, which traced the payment and identified China-based money launderers who assisted the North Korean hackers in cashing out the illicit proceeds. The FBI was able to recover half a million dollars, including the entire ransom payment from the hospital.
“If you report that attack, if you report the ransom demand and payment, if you work with the FBI, we can take action,” Monaco said at the International Conference on Cyber Security, hosted by Fordham University. “We can follow the money and get it back; we can help prevent the next attack, the next victim; and we can hold cybercriminals accountable.”
U.S. officials in 2021 scrambled to confront a wave of high-profile ransomware attacks — in which hackers encrypt or lock up a victim’s data and demand exorbitant sums to return it — including against a crucial fuel pipeline on the East Coast. Though the pace of such large-scale, front-page attacks seems to have slowed, smaller targets — such as hospitals — continue to be affected.
FBI Director Christopher Wray said at the same conference that a particular challenge is that ransomware, once largely the province of garden-variety cyber criminals looking to extort cash, is now being increasingly deployed by hostile governments who are eager for destruction.
“The other thing we’re seeing more and more of is ransomware actors doing more than just locking up the system,” Wray said. “They’re exfiltrating the information, they’re threatening to release your proprietary information.”
This particular variant of ransomware, known as “Maui,” specifically targeted hospitals and public health organizations around the country.
Justice Department officials say the attack on the Kansas hospital, which they did not identify, took place in May 2021 when hackers encrypted the medical center’s files and servers. The hospital paid about $100,000 in Bitcoin to get its data back.
The department said that in addition to recovering the payment from the Kansas hospital, it also got back a payment from a health care provider in Colorado that was affected by the same Maui ransomware variant.
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LOS ANGELES, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clubhouse Media Group, Inc. (OTCMKTS: CMGR) ("CMGR"), an influencer-based social media firm and digital talent management agency, announced that they have finalized a brand promotional deal with the star of MTV's current reality TV series, "The Challenge", Jenna Compono. Jenna, also a fashion model, has a large Instagram following, boasting 600k+ followers. MTV's "The Challenge" has been on for 36 seasons and is the 3rd longest running reality TV show in history.
"Working with Jenna and her team on this was seamless" said Gianna Garcia, Sales Executive at CMGR. "I'm excited for what more is to come from this partnership."
Follow Jenna on Instagram @jennacompono
CMGR offers management, production, and deal-making services to its handpicked influencers, a management division for individual influencer clients, and an investment arm for joint ventures and acquisitions for companies in the social media influencer space.
Follow CMGR on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClubhouseCMGR
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Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, statements relating to future sales, earnings, cash flows, results of operations, uses of cash and other measures of financial performance.
Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause CMGR's actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, among others such as, but not limited to economic conditions, changes in the laws or regulations, demand for CMGR's products and services, the effects of competition and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or represented in the forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking information provided in this release should be considered with these factors in mind. We assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this press release.
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HOUSTON, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Univision Houston continues to expand its local sports radio offerings to serve and inform the community with the latest in sports content. TUDN 93.3FDM launched "Furia Deportiva" (Sports Fury,) a popular sports radio show providing the ultimate on sports entertainment news to Houston Hispanic sports fans. The program is hosted by local Spanish-language personality Aldo Quiroz.
The live, two-hour morning show "Furia Deportiva" airs Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. CST. The program provides listeners with the latest sports news events, from local Houston sports teams such as The Rockets, Dynamos, Texans, and Astros, as well as highlights of the NFL, NBA, MLB, and Boxing. It covers the best sporting events in the world, such as the World Cup, Gold Cup, Copa America, Olympics, UEFA, Champions League, Soccer from the US, Mexico, Central & South America.
"Furia Deportiva" was founded by the late Miguel Quiroz Sr. in Greenville, TX in 2007. The Quiroz brothers, Aldo, and Miguel Quiroz continued their father's legacy after his passing with Aldo Quiroz as the host. The brothers first brought the show to ESPN Deportes Radio for 2 consecutive years, followed by 8 years at Liberman Broadcasting where the show shared a signal with Andrés Cantor. Now the program is part of the TUDN Radio family.
For more information, visit furiadeportivaradio.com. Follow the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Contact for Marketing/Sales/Interviews:
Miguel Quiroz
Co-Founder, CEO of Advertising/Sports Marketing Partner
Furia Deportiva
miguel@qadgroup.com
About "Furia Deportiva"
After being the only Spanish sports radio show broadcast for more than a decade in Houston, 15 years on the air, and more than 3,975 programs, Furia Deportiva, has become a staple in the lives of all Hispanic sports fanatics. The new live, two-hour morning show "Furia Deportiva" airs Monday through Saturday 8:00 am-10:00 am CST on 93.3 FM in Houston and is hosted by Aldo Quiroz. Broadcasting from the TUDN Radio studios in Houston, "Furia Deportiva" to provide listeners In Houston with the latest sports news events.
About TUDN Radio
TUDN Radio is a U.S. Spanish-language sports radio station operated by Uforia Audio Network, a division of TelevisaUnivision.
About TelevisaUnivision
As the leading Spanish-language media and content company in the world, TelevisaUnivision features the largest library of owned content and industry-leading production capabilities that power its streaming, digital and linear television offerings, as well as its radio platforms. The Company's media portfolio includes the top-rated broadcast networks Univision and UniMás in the U.S. and Las Estrellas and Canal 5 in Mexico. TelevisaUnivision is home to 36 Spanish-language cable networks, including Galavisión and TUDN, the No. 1 Spanish-language sports network in the U.S. and Mexico. With the most compelling portfolio of Spanish-language sports rights in the world, TelevisaUnivision has solidified its position as the Home of Soccer. TelevisaUnivision also owns and manages 59 television stations across the U.S. and four broadcast channels in Mexico affiliated with 222 television stations, Videocine studio, and Uforia, the Home of Latin Music, which encompasses 57 owned or operated U.S. radio stations, a live event series and a robust digital audio footprint. TelevisaUnivision is home to premium streaming services PrendeTV and Blim TV, which altogether host over 50,000 hours of high-quality, original Spanish-language programming from distinguished producers and top talent, and the two-tier global streaming platform ViX. The company's prominent digital assets include Univision.com, Univision NOW, and several top-rated digital apps. For more information, visit televisaunivision.com.
Univision Houston's stations: KXLN-DT Univision 45, KFTH-DT UniMás 67, KLTN-FM Que Buena 102.9, KAMA-FM Latino Mix 104.9, KOVE-FM Amor 106.5, KQBU-FM TUDN 93.3/KLAT-AM 1010. For more information: Univision45.com.
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| 2022-05-17T19:44:20Z
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Driver transporting bodies to funeral homes fired for posting videos on TikTok
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (KVVU) - A man responsible for transporting the dead was fired after it was discovered he was making and posting videos while moving bodies from several funeral homes and crematories throughout the Las Vegas valley.
Kamal Daniel, 26, told KVVU he’s worked in the caregiving industry for the past five years as a certified nursing assistant. He said that he got “used to” seeing bodies while working at a hospice center.
“I don’t know why I’m like that but when I touch a body or pack up a body I’m super, like, blank. So I really don’t have nightmares, I can go home, sleep, wake up completely fine,” Daniel said.
Recently, he was hired as a removal technician for a third-party service, Las Vegas Mortuary Transport.
Once Daniel went on solo calls, he started creating videos and posting them to TikTok. Daniel posts videos of his work routine, which included blurred images of corpses and details about the bodies.
His TikTok account has gotten popular since his first post, with currently more than 30,000 followers.
Daniel said TikTok had taken his first video down, but he appealed it. Shortly after the appeal, Daniel said a TikTok moderator messaged him saying that his content was allowed on the platform.
Daniel said he’s even getting paid for his videos.
“My first live video I had almost 12,000 views, viewers, and I probably made $2,200,” Daniel said.
Once an employee at one of the funeral homes came across Daniel’s videos, management pushed for his termination.
“This behavior was immoral and reprehensible, and it does not reflect the core principles of Las Vegas Mortuary Transport or any of the Las Vegas Funeral Homes,” Jeff Marsell, co-owner of Las Vegas Mortuary Transport, said in a statement.
Marsell reported Daniel was with the company from June 20 to July 10. He said they do a background check and driver’s license checks.
“Moving forward our Employment Contract will have updated detailed information on this issue,” Marsell said. “Training will include specific details about pictures, videos and the internet.”
Daniel said he didn’t sign anything during his hiring process that barred him from creating and posting videos.
“When I first got hired with the company there was a policy form there, but it didn’t say anything about no phones, no social media, no posting,” Daniel said.
Some in the community are shocked by Daniel’s videos, with one anonymous embalmer calling his actions deplorable.
One funeral home that Daniel shot footage in says they are seeking what legal actions they can take.
“This behavior is never permitted in any of our facilities out of respect for the privacy of the families we serve,” they said in a statement.
The Nevada State Funeral Board reported in a statement that since neither Daniel nor the Las Vegas Mortuary Transport are licensed by the board, responsibility is on the funeral establishments for what happens at their locations.
“This individual may have opened the door for civil litigation against himself and these funeral establishments by giving such detail on the decedents, even though he doesn’t show any faces,” they said in the statement.
They said nothing in their statute addresses taking videos or photos at a funeral home or related businesses but those actions could fall under unethical practices if a complaint was filed with the board.
When asked if Daniel has plans to remove the videos he said he doesn’t mind either way.
“There’s probably an 80-90% chance I would process for the United States Navy, so most likely I would probably just erase the videos,” he said. “And then just use that page to become a runway model once I come out of the Navy.”
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WYALUSING, Pa., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Peoples Ltd. (OTC: PPLL) Anthony J. Gabello, President and Chief Executive Officer of Peoples Ltd., has announced that the Board of Directors has declared a third quarter cash dividend in the amount of $0.58 per share payable on September 30, 2022. The cash dividend represents a 5.1% increase over the cash dividend paid in the third quarter 2021.
The declaration of dividend, made at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors on August 24, 2022, is payable to shareholders of record September 12, 2022.
Note: This press release may contain forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results and trends could differ materially from those set forth in such statements due to various factors. These factors include operating, legal and regulatory risks; changing economic and competitive conditions and other risks and uncertainties.
Peoples Ltd. is the holding company for PS Bank. PS Bank is an independent community bank established in 1914 with locations throughout Bradford, Sullivan, Wyoming, Lackawanna, and Susquehanna counties. Learn more about PS Bank at PSBanking.com.
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PITTSBURGH, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create improved hearing protection that would comfortably accommodate the straps of any face mask," said an inventor, from Brooklyn, N.Y., "so I invented the EAR RELIEVERS. My design would provide added relief for the wearer's ears."
The patent-pending invention provides an improved set of ear defenders or hearing protection muffs for use with face masks. In doing so, it eliminates the pain associated with wearing masks loops around the ears. As a result, it enhances comfort and safety and it provides added protection and peace of mind while working during the pandemic. The invention features a practical design that is easy to wear and use so it is ideal for workers in industries that have noise levels above 85 decibels. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-JMT-129, 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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Be a participant and make a difference. Put your energy where it will do some good. A steady pace and a good work ethic will help you position yourself for success this year. Set your sights high, and face any challenge you encounter with a positive approach. Lean toward a simple, moderate lifestyle that lowers stress and builds confidence and satisfaction.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Set things up the way you want, then carry on until you are satisfied. Trust in your ability to see the big picture, and utilize your strengths to get ahead. Don’t share secrets.
CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Being modest will spare you from taking on too much or overspending. You’ll make new acquaintances and gain insight into what you can do to help others if you make a positive contribution to a cause.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Focus on learning, listening and connecting with like-minded people. Distance yourself from anyone trying to persuade you to do something you shouldn’t. Keep busy and mind your own affairs.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Act on your intentions. Take the plunge by letting others know how you feel and what you plan to do next. A change will help you visualize the best way to proceed. Don’t let your ego get in the way.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Sign up for a course or talk to an expert about something that interests you. The information you pick up will help you choose a better future. Investments or home improvements are featured.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Take the path that intrigues you. Refuse to let anyone burden you with responsibilities that don’t belong to you. A change in a meaningful relationship is apparent.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Make a difference, focus on positive change and don’t get involved with people who play games or use manipulative tactics. Live life your way and seek out like-minded people.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Work quietly on your own until you get things done to your specification. Walk away from extreme temptations. A change at home will bring you closer to the people you love. Challenge yourself.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Sit tight until you research your next move. Don’t feel threatened by what others do or say. Keep your feet firmly planted and your mind on what’s important to you. Finish what you start.
PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Implement change that makes you look and feel your best. Discuss your ideas with someone who can help you turn your thoughts into something concrete and lucrative. Don’t let anyone lead you astray.
ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Focus on money, health and contracts. Go over every detail before putting together a strategy that prompts you to work alongside positive people who are trying to make a difference.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Keep your intentions to yourself. Spend time working toward your goal behind closed doors. Beware tempting offers from someone coaxing you to make an unnecessary change. Concentrate on personal growth.
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Convention to feature remarks from First Lady Jill Biden and 2022 National Teacher of the Year Kurt Russell, as well as a symposium on maximizing in-person learning with U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona and U.S. Surgeon General Vice Admiral Dr. Vivek Murthy
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHAT:
Parent and education leaders from across the country will gather at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center for the National PTA 125th Anniversary Convention. During the conference, attendees will hear from keynote speakers, education professionals and experts; participate in workshops and trainings; and discuss key issues impacting children, families, schools and communities. They will also celebrate the association's 125th anniversary and long legacy of advocacy and impact.
Event keynote speakers include First Lady Jill Biden and 2022 National Teacher of the Year Kurt Russell. Attendees will also hear from National PTA President Anna King.
The convention will feature a symposium on maximizing in-person learning. The symposium will include a two-part panel discussion on how our nation can plan a path forward from the COVID-19 pandemic and how parents and caregivers can support student safety and well-being with key officials from the Administration; American Academy of Pediatrics; Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL); and National PTA's Healthy Minds Ambassador. Among the key officials will be U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona, U.S. Surgeon General Vice Admiral Dr. Vivek Murthy and Timothy Shriver. The symposium will be moderated by NBC News Correspondent Rehema Ellis. The event will be held in-person with livestream and recorded viewing options available, including on National PTA's Facebook page.
WHEN:
National PTA 125th Anniversary Convention
Tuesday, June 14 - Sunday, June 19
First Lady Jill Biden Remarks
Friday, June 17, 10 a.m. ET
*The First Lady's remarks will be streamed live on National PTA's Facebook page
Maximizing In-Person Learning Symposium
Friday, June 17, 4:45 – 6:00 p.m. ET
*The symposium will be streamed live on National PTA's Facebook page
2022 National Teacher of the Year Kurt Russell Keynote
Sunday, June 19, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. ET
WHERE:
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
201 Waterfront St.
National Harbor, MD 20745
National PTA® comprises millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of family engagement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c) (3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health and welfare of children and youth. For more information, visit PTA.org.
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It's a day that has been years in the making.
Launch day has finally arrived for the uncrewed Artemis I mission to liftoff on a journey around the moon. Tune in to NASA's website and TV channel to watch the final preparations and witness the launch.
Appearances by celebrities like Jack Black, Chris Evans and Keke Palmer and performances of "The Star-Spangled Banner" by Josh Groban and Herbie Hancock and "America the Beautiful" by The Philadelphia Orchestra and cellist Yo-Yo Ma are also part of the program.
It's a sight to behold as the 322-foot-tall (98-foot-tall) stack, consisting of the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft, glows in the early morning darkness at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
The stack is sitting on historic Launchpad 39B, where Apollo 10 and shuttle missions previously lifted off.
Weather conditions remain 80% favorable for a launch at the beginning of a window that opens at 8:33 a.m. and closes at 10:33 a.m. ET, according to the latest forecast.
However, offshore storms with the potential for lightning prevented the team from beginning the fueling process, due to start at midnight, for more than an hour.
The hold was lifted at 1:13 a.m. ET, and the tanking process has begun.
The rocket's core stage will be loaded with supercold liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen over the next several hours.
Currently, engineers are also working to find out what has caused an 11-minute delay in communications between the Orion spacecraft and ground systems. The issue could impact the beginning of terminal count, or the countdown that begins when 10 minutes remain on the clock before liftoff. But engineers feel good about figuring out the issue ahead of the terminal count, according to NASA.
Mission overview
Orion's journey will last 42 days as it travels to the moon, loops around it and returns to Earth -- traveling a total of 1.3 million miles (2.1 million kilometers). The capsule will splash down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego on October 10.
While the passenger list doesn't include any humans, it does have passengers: three mannequins and a plush Snoopy toy will ride in Orion.
The crew aboard Artemis I may sound a little unusual, but they each serve a purpose. Snoopy will serve as the zero gravity indicator -- meaning that he will begin to float inside the capsule once it reaches the space environment.
The mannequins, named Commander Moonkin Campos, Helga and Zohar, will measure deep space radiation future crews could experience and test a new suit and shielding technology. A biology experiment carrying seeds, algae, fungi and yeast is tucked inside Orion to measure how life reacts to this radiation as well.
Cameras inside and outside of Orion will share images and video throughout the mission, including live views from the Callisto experiment, which will capture a stream of Commander Moonikin Campos sitting in the commander's seat. If you have an Amazon Alexa-enabled device, you can ask it about the mission's location each day.
Expect to see views of Earthrise, similar to what was shared during Apollo 8 for the first time, but with much better cameras and technology.
Science experiments and technology demonstrations are riding in a ring on the rocket. The 10 small satellites, called CubeSats, will detach and go their separate ways to collect information on the moon and the deep space environment.
The inaugural mission of the Artemis program will kick off a phase of space exploration that lands diverse astronaut crews at previously unexplored regions of the moon and eventually delivers crewed missions to Mars.
The rocket and spacecraft will be tested and put through their paces for the very first time before they carry astronauts to the moon on Artemis II and Artemis III, slated for 2024 and 2025 respectively.
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- Christopher Coughlin named executive vice president and president of industrial motion
- Andreas Roellgen named executive vice president and president of engineered bearings
- Natasha Pollock, vice president of human resources, appointed an executive officer of the company
NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR; www.timken.com), a global industrial leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion products, today announced new appointments for company executives Christopher Coughlin, Andreas Roellgen and Natasha Pollock.
"Our long-term strategy has been successful, and as a result, Timken has grown and evolved into a leading diversified industrial company with a broad portfolio of products," said Richard G. Kyle, president and CEO. "We are focused on accelerating the expansion of our portfolio to achieve greater scale, profitably, and today's leadership announcement will enable Timken's next phase of growth."
Christopher Coughlin has been named executive vice president and president of Industrial Motion. The Industrial Motion group includes Timken's diverse portfolio of solutions adjacent to bearings, including automatic lubrication, linear motion, drive systems, belts and chain, couplings, clutches and brakes, and industrial services. In this role, Coughlin will build on Timken's engineered bearing leadership by continuing to diversify and grow industrial motion offerings to serve customers' future needs. A seasoned Timken executive, Coughlin has diversified the company's business through organic growth initiatives, product innovation and strategic M&A. He previously led Timken's global engineered bearings business and the company's expansive growth in renewable energy. Coughlin joined Timken in 1984.
Andreas Roellgen has been named executive vice president and president of Engineered Bearings. Roellgen is responsible for the leadership and profitable growth of Timken's global Engineered Bearings business, which operates across 42 countries and serves a diverse industrial end-market mix and customer base. Most recently, Roellgen led the company's strategy to grow its global market share across Europe, Asia and Africa and is credited for significantly expanding Timken's position in China and India. Roellgen began his Timken career in 1997 and has held bearing business leadership roles in sales, manufacturing, supply chain, strategy and business development.
With the above changes, Hans Landin, group vice president, will be leaving the company. "We appreciate Hans' many contributions to the company over his 25-year career," said Kyle. "His strong sales and commercial background and customer-centric approach were instrumental in advancing Timken's strategy, and we wish him the best in his future endeavors."
Natasha Pollock, vice president of human resources, has been appointed an executive officer by The Timken Company board of directors. Pollock will continue to advance Timken as an employer of choice that attracts, engages and develops a world-class team of problem solvers. Since joining Timken in 2001, Pollock enabled the company's geographic expansion through her development of global HR strategy, talent and culture. Pollock is accomplished in leadership and talent development, complex organizational change management, employee engagement, and workplace diversity and inclusion.
About The Timken Company
The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR; www.timken.com) designs a growing portfolio of engineered bearings and industrial motion products. With more than a century of knowledge and innovation, we continuously improve the reliability and efficiency of global machinery and equipment to move the world forward. Timken posted $4.1 billion in sales in 2021 and employs more than 18,000 people globally, operating from 43 countries. Timken has been recognized among America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek, the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere and America's Best Employers, America's Best Employers for New Graduates and America's Best Employers for Women by Forbes.
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HILLSBOROUGH, N.C., April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- College Consensus, a unique college ratings website that aggregates publisher rankings and student reviews, has published its rankings of the 30 Best Pre-College Summer Programs for 2022.
Summer is just around the corner, which means many high school students are thinking about how to spend their summer in a way that prepares them for the future.
Should they pursue an internship? Get a summer job? Attend a pre-college program?
Pre-college programs have exploded in popularity in recent years and are now offered at a wide variety of schools from elite liberal arts colleges to small regional institutions.
"Many motivated high school students are hungry to get a taste of college before being officially enrolled," says College Consensus founder Jeremy Alder. "Pre-college summer programs give students the opportunity to explore and deepen their academic interests, as well as experience college life, all while taking college courses for credit."
To determine the Best Pre-College Summer Programs, College Consensus editors compiled a list of residential programs, considering factors such as college credit, mentorship, residential experience, and college opportunities. These programs were then ranked according to the school's overall Consensus score, which was calculated by averaging reputable publisher rankings and thousands of student reviews.
The Top 10 Best Pre-College Summer Programs for 2022 are:
- Duke University
- Cornell University
- University of California-Los Angeles
- University of California-Berkeley
- Brown University
- University of Pennsylvania
- University of California-Davis
- Georgia Institute of Technology
- Johns Hopkins University
- Georgetown University
Visit the ranking to view all 30 top programs.
"When it comes to pre-college programs, these are the best of the best," continues College Consensus founder Jeremy Alder. "Students considering a top pre-college program should consider this list a great starting point for their research."
In addition to offering an innovative approach to college and graduate school rankings, College Consensus also offers expert advice and guidance on all aspects of college life, from finding the perfect college, to getting accepted, paying for it, applying to and attending graduate school, and finding a professional path after graduation.
For information on leveraging this award, winners may contact College Consensus' licensing partner, Wright's Media, at collegeconsensus@wrightsmedia.com.
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| 2022-04-26T19:57:30Z
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SHENZHEN, China, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meten Holding Group Ltd. ("Meten Holding Group" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: METX), an omnichannel training company headquartered in China providing language and workplace training services and actively developing metaverse, blockchain and cryptocurrency mining businesses, today provided updates on its blockchain and digital currency business.
As previously disclosed in a press release in December 2021, Meten Holding Group established the joint venture, Met Chain Co., Limited ("Met Chain"), specializing in the research and development ("R&D"), production, and sales of cryptocurrency mining equipment. Since its formation, Met Chain has generated revenue of approximately US$4.86 million from sales of cryptocurrency mining equipment and providing cryptocurrency mining equipment sales services, despite the tumbled prices of cryptocurrencies. The Company expects to see an increase in the orders Met Chain receives and Met Chain is expected to generate revenue exceeding US$20 million by the end of 2022.
As previously disclosed in a press release in February 2022, the Company purchased 600 XP mining machines from Bitmain Technologies Ltd. with an aggregate computing power of approximately 100PH/s. Some of these mining machines have been delivered and put into operation.
As a part of the Company's strategy to develop its metaverse business, the Company has established an NFT department to focus on NFT-related investment, strategy, and projects. The Company is current proactively seeking potential collaborations with well-known IP providers.
Mr. Jason Zhao, Chairman of Meten Holding Group, commented, "We are excited to see these achievements in this challenging market and another approach to move toward our metaverse initiative. Although the cryptocurrency market suffered from difficult microeconomic factors and tightening monetary policies, the financial results of Met Chain reflected the Company's efforts and dedication to the cryptocurrency business and our resolution to transform into a metaverse technology company thoroughly. The establishment of the NFT department is significant and complementary to the transformation. Look forward, we will continue the development in our business and look forward to growing our business further in the long term."
About Meten Holding Group Ltd.
Meten Holding Group Ltd., formerly known as Meten EdtechX Education Group Ltd., is an omnichannel training company headquartered in China providing language and workplace training services. In addition to its training services, Meten Holding Group actively develops metaverse, blockchain and cryptocurrency mining businesses to align with its future business development strategy. Meten Holding Group is committed to developing blockchain related businesses in North America, including cryptocurrency mining, mining farm construction, and mining pool and data center operation. Meten Holding Group actively explores metaverse business, such as Metaverse vocational education courses, with its competitive advantages and technology.
For more information, please visit: https://investor.metenedu-edtechx.com.
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STOCKHOLM, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq: WAVE) (Nasdaq First North: ECOWVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company") - Eco Wave Power Annual Report 2021 is attached to this press release and available at https://www.ecowavepower.com/investor-relations/financial-reports/.
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About Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ)
Eco Wave Power is a leading onshore wave energy technology company that developed a patented, smart and cost-efficient technology for turning ocean and sea waves into green electricity. Eco Wave Power's mission is to assist in the fight against climate change by enabling commercial power production from the ocean and sea waves.
Eco Wave Power is recognized as a "Pioneering Technology" by the Israeli Ministry of Energy and was labeled as an "Efficient Solution" by the Solar Impulse Foundation. Eco Wave Power's project in Gibraltar has received funding from the European Union Regional Development Fund and the European Commission's Horizon 2020 framework program. The Company has also received the "Global Climate Action Award" from the United Nations.
Eco Wave Power's common shares (ECOWVE) are traded on Nasdaq First North and its ADSs (WAVE) are traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market.
Vator Securities is the Company's Certified Advisor (+46 8 580 065 99, ca@vatorsec.se).
Read more about Eco Wave Power at: www.ecowavepower.com.
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MADRID (AP) — Officials said Monday 22 people were hospitalized after a regional passenger train and a locomotive collided head-on in northeastern Spain.
The regional government of northeast Catalonia said five of the 22 were in serious condition.
The collision occurred late Sunday near the town of Vila-seca, south of Barcelona. There were 75 passengers on the train.
Spain’s Adif railway infrastructure company said the freight train engine had a brake problem. The collision continues to be under investigation.
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Council Grove man named Rookie of the Year at KS Driving Championship
Drivers from across the state gathered to compete in the competition
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Council Grove man has been named Rookie of the Year by the Kansas Motor Carriers Association.
Tom Segebart, a driver for Wal-Mart Transportation was named the 2022 Rookie of the Year after finishing with the highest overall point total and course score in the tournament. 10 different companies sent drivers to the tournament, which was held June 17 and 18 in Topeka, where they were given a vehicle inspection, written test, and a six-part driving challenge.
During an awards banquet Saturday, the top three drivers of eight different classes were presented with trophies. The first place of each class will advance to the National Truck Driving Championships on August 16 - August 19 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The winners of every class are listed below.
Straight Truck Class
1. Dean Harris, FedEx Freight, Inc. Shawnee, KS
2. Richard Johnson, FedEx Freight, Inc. Olathe, KS
3. Douglas Pohl, Yellow, Wathena, KS
Three Axle Class
1. Ernie Arnote, XPO Logistics, Kansas City, KS
2. April Bassett, FedEx Freight, Inc., Wichita, KS
3. Eric Mays, FedEx Freight, Inc., Park City, KS
Four Axle Class
1. Robert Erwin, ABF Freight, Wichita, KS
2. Michael Hall, XPO Logistics, Baldwin City, KS
3. Kevin Brownewell, Old Dominion Freight Lines, Inc., Ellinwood, KS
Five Axle Class
1. Jason Damron, Convoy Systems, LLC, Edwardsville, KS
2. Sammy Pelton, FedEx Freight, Inc., Wathena, KS
3. David Moffett, Wal-Mart Transportation, Fairplay, MO
Tank Truck Class
1. Ken Saur, XPO Logistics, Excelsior Springs, MO
2. Gary Stackhouse, Convoy Systems, LLC Gladstone, MO
3. Geoffory “Jeff” Davis, Wal-Mart Transportation, Ottawa, KS
Flatbed Class
1. Terry Covey, FedEx Freight, Inc., Wichita, KS
2. Michael Appelman, Yellow, Rago, KS
3. Daniel Jones, Old Dominion Freight Lines, Inc., Topeka, KS
Sleeper Berth Class
1. Steve Dixon, Wal-Mart Transportation, Overland Park, KS
2. Timothy Helus, FedEx Freight, Inc., Buhler, KS
3. Justin Newell, Great Plains Trucking, Inc., Minneapolis, KS
Twin Trailers Class
1. Bryce Dock, XPO Logistics, Gladstone, MO
2. David Forbes, FedEx Freight, Inc. Kansas City, KS
3. John Bouddhara, FedEx Freight, Inc., Wichita, KS
Field Test Award:
1. Terry Covey, FedEx Freight, Inc., Flatbed Class, Wichita, KS
2. Michael Apppelman, Yellow, Flatbed Class, Rago, KS
3. Robert Erwin, ABF Freight, 4-Axle Class, Wichita, KS
Written Test Award:
1. Jason Damron, Convoy Systems, LLC, 5-Axle Class, Edwardsville, KS
2. John Bouddhara, FedEx Freight, Inc., Twin Trailers Class, Wichita, KS
3. Dean Harris, FedEx Freight, Inc., Straight Truck Class, Shawnee, KS
Vehicle Inspection Award:
Dean Harris, FedEx Freight, Inc., 3-Axle, Shawnee, KS
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California Air Resources Board's Innovative Small E-Fleet Project Provides Incentives to Encourage Small Fleets to Transition to Electric Trucks
PASADENA, Calif., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Air Resources Board (CARB) today announced the opening of the Innovative Small E-Fleet (ISEF) $25 million set-aside within the state's Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP).
Launched by the California Air Resources Board, ISEF is intended to encourage small fleets to make the transition to zero-emission trucks. Privately owned and nonprofit trucking fleets of 20 or fewer vehicles and with an annual revenue of less than $15 million are eligible and will have access to funding that can cover costs related to the purchase and operation of zero-emission trucks (ZETs). ISEF is administered by CALSTARThttps://calstart.org/, a national clean transportation nonprofit consortium.
Small fleets and owner-operators have often traditionally faced multiple barriers to ZET adoption, such as high up-front costs, limited financing options, and complex planning for charging infrastructure. It is critical to address these challenges for small fleets because the majority of fleets in California operate 20 or fewer trucks.
ISEF incentive funding will allow small fleet owner/operators to utilize flexible financing, lease, rental, and truck-as-a-service options, as well as offset infrastructure/charger costs, insurance, and fuel costs. Fleets must work with an approved provider to apply for vouchers; these providers will work with eligible equipment dealers to request vouchers on the individual fleet's behalf. For example, battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell class 8 drayage trucks are eligible for close to $300,000 per vehicle, drastically reducing upfront costs for California's port truckers to move to zero-emissions.
"ISEF's goal is to make it easier for smaller fleets to get past the barriers that they frequently face when transitioning from diesel-fueled engines to electric vehicle options," said Niki Okuk, deputy director of CALSTART Trucks and Off Road. "There are quite a few options in terms of equipment, financing, and planning assistance that fleets can take advantage of in pursuing adoption of electric vehicles; the key first step is showing them they have a resource to help them take advantage of those options."
A nonprofit consortium with offices in New York, Michigan, Colorado, California and central Europe and partners world-wide, CALSTART works with 300+ member company and agency innovators to build a prosperous, efficient, and clean high-tech transportation industry. We overcome barriers to modernization and the adoption of clean vehicles. CALSTART is changing transportation for good.
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Revenue Up 68.5% Year-Over-Year to RMB17,756 Million
Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company Up 73.3% Year-Over-Year to RMB4,636 Million
Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) Up 62.6% Year-Over-Year to RMB1.48
Adjusted Non-IFRS Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company Up 75.7% Year-Over-Year to RMB4,301 Million
Adjusted Non-IFRS Diluted EPS Up 73.8% Year-Over-Year to RMB1.46[1]
SHANGHAI, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WuXi AppTec (stock code: 603259.SH / 2359.HK), a global company that provides a broad portfolio of R&D and manufacturing services that enable companies in the pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device industries to advance discoveries and deliver groundbreaking treatments to patients, is pleased to announce its financial results for the first half of the year ending June 30, 2022 ("Reporting Period").
This release provides a summary of the results and is not intended to be a comprehensive report. For additional information, please refer to the 2022 Interim Report and other relevant announcements published on the websites of the Shanghai Stock Exchange (www.sse.com.cn) and the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (www.hkexnews.hk), and the designated media for dissemination of the relevant information. Investors are advised to exercise caution and be aware of the investment risks in trading Company shares.
All financial information disclosed in this press release is prepared based on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), in currency of RMB.
The 2022 First-Half Report of the Company has not been audited.
First-Half 2022 Financial Highlights
Revenue grew 68.5% year-over-year to RMB17,756 million. This is primarily attributable to the Company's continued focus on leveraging its unique Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) business model to achieve synergy and strong growth across our business segments:
- WuXi Chemistry revenue grew 101.9% to RMB12,974 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit grew 94.3% to RMB5,314 million, with a gross profit margin of 41%.
- WuXi Testing revenue grew 23.6% to RMB2,605 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit grew 26.1% to RMB927 million, with a gross profit margin of 35.6%.
- WuXi Biology revenue grew 18.5% to RMB1,091 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit grew 30.7% to RMB444 million, with a gross profit margin of 40.7%.
- WuXi ATU revenue grew 35.7% to RMB615 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit was RMB(43) million, with a gross profit margin of -6.9%.
- WuXi DDSU revenue declined 26.7% to RMB455 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit declined 52.4% to RMB140 million, with a gross profit margin of 30.7%.
- IFRS gross profit increased 65.5% year-over-year to RMB6,427 million. Gross profit margin was 36.2%.[2]
- Adjusted Non-IFRS gross profit increased 65.5% year-over-year to RMB6,790 million. Adjusted Non-IFRS gross margin was 38.2%.
- EBITDA increased 64.4% year-over-year to RMB6,483 million.
- Adjusted EBITDA increased 66.6% year-over-year to RMB6,077 million.
- Net profit attributable to owners of the Company increased 73.3% year-over-year to RMB4,636 million.
- Adjusted non-IFRS net profit attributable to owners of the Company increased 75.7% year-over-year to RMB4,301 million.
- Diluted EPS increased 62.6% year-over-year to RMB1.48, while adjusted diluted non-IFRS EPS increased by 73.8% year-over-year to RMB1.46.
First-Half 2022 Business Highlights
- In the first half of 2022, demand for our services was strong and we grew our customer base to more than 5,850 active accounts by adding over 650 new customers. We continued to optimize cross-platform synergies to better serve our customers worldwide, strengthen our unique competitive advantage as a fully integrated CRDMO (Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization) and CTDMO (Contract Testing, Development and Manufacturing Organization), and provide one-stop services for our clients from discovery to development and manufacturing. Revenue growth was demonstrated across our expanding global customer base:
- Revenue from US-based customers grew 104% to RMB11,909 million; revenue from Europe-based customers grew 24% to RMB1,853 million; revenue from China-based customers grew 27% to RMB3,175 million; and revenue from other regions grew 15% to RMB819 million.
- We continued to expand our customer base and retain existing clients. During the Reporting Period, revenue from existing clients grew 79% to RMB17,366 million and new clients contributed RMB391 million in revenue.
- During the Reporting Period, revenue from the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies grew 165%, up to RMB7,856 million; revenue generated from all other customers grew 31% to RMB9,900 million.
- Our unique positioning across the pharmaceutical development value chain drove our "follow-the-customer" and "follow-the-molecule" strategies and enhanced synergies across our business segments. Customers using services from multiple business units contributed RMB15,744 million in revenue, growing 82% year-over-year.
- WuXi Chemistry: CRDMO integrated business model drives revenue to double
- Revenue grew 101.9% to RMB12,974 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit grew 94.3% to RMB5,314 million, with a gross margin of 41.0%. Excluding COVID-19 commercial projects, WuXi Chemistry revenue grew 36.8%.
- Revenue from small molecule discovery services ("R") grew 36.5% to RMB3,504 million.
i. Our industry-leading small molecule drug discovery platform delivered more than 180,000 custom synthesized compounds to our clients in first half 2022. Through our small molecule discovery services, we enabled our customers to accelerate their research while generating opportunities for our downstream business units. As part of our "follow the customer" and "follow the molecule" strategies, we established trusted partnerships with our global customers, which supported the rapid and sustainable growth of our CRDMO business.
ii. We continued executing our "long-tail" strategy, and those customers continue to have strong demands for our discovery services in small molecules, oligonucleotides and peptides. - Revenue from our small molecule development and manufacturing (D&M) service grew 145.4% to RMB9,470 million.
i. During the Reporting Period, the Company added 473 new molecules to our D&M pipeline funnel for a total of 2,010 molecules, including 43 in commercial stage, 52 in phase III, 288 in phase II and 1,627 in phase I and pre-clinical stages.
ii. D&M services for new modalities is also gaining strong momentum. During the reporting period, the number of oligonucleotide and peptide D&M clients increased 123% to 98, and the number of oligonucleotide and peptide molecules increased 63% to 142. Revenue from oligonucleotide and peptide D&M reached RMB705 million. - Capacity expansion of WuXi Chemistry continued to accelerate in the first half of 2022 to meet demands. In June 2022, we announced the opening of another high-potency API plant at our Changzhou site. The new plant will meet growing demand for high-potency API process R&D and manufacturing services. In July 2022, we announced the opening of a new large-scale oligonucleotide and peptide manufacturing facility at our Changzhou campus. The new facility underscores our ongoing commitment to enhancing our capacity and capability to meet the fast-growing customer needs for oligonucleotide and peptide therapeutics development and manufacturing worldwide. In addition, we opened a continuous manufacturing (flow chemistry) plant at our Changzhou campus for large-scale API and advanced intermediate production. This new expansion marks our ongoing effort to enhance our flow chemistry platform in response to increasing customer demand for safe and sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- WuXi Testing: strong growth in lab testing services
- Revenue from WuXi Testing grew 23.6% to RMB2,605 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit grew 26.1% to RMB927 million, with a gross margin of 35.6%.
- Revenue from lab testing services grew 34.6% year-over-year to RMB1,890 million.
i. The Company provides a full range of laboratory testing services to our customers, including DMPK (drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics), toxicology, and bioanalysis for drug development testing as well as medical device testing. We leveraged our integrated WuXi AppTec Investigational New Drug (IND) program (WIND) to generate preclinical data and prepare global regulatory submissions of IND packages, expediting the IND application process for many customers worldwide. Customers signed 72 WIND service packages with us in the first half of 2022.
ii. Drug safety evaluation services achieved strong revenue growth of 53% year-over-year. We maintained our industry-leading position in Asia for drug safety evaluation services that meet global regulatory requirements.
iii. Our largely US-based medical device testing business has turned around and grew 31% year-over-year. - Revenue growth of 1.7% from clinical CRO & SMO (Site Management Organization) slowed down significantly, mainly due to Covid-19 Omicron variants outbreak in many cities in China during the second quarter of 2022.
i. For clinical CRO, the Company provided services to 170 projects, enabling our customers to obtain 10 IND approvals.
ii. For SMO, the Company continued its rapid expansion. Our SMO maintained more than 4,600 staff in around 150 cities in China, providing services in more than 1,000 hospitals. The team size increased 16% year-over-year, demonstrating strong demand for our SMO services. In the first half of 2022, SMO supported our clients for 16 new drug approvals.
- WuXi Biology: new modalities-related biology services drive growth
- Revenue from WuXi Biology grew 18.5% to RMB1,091 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit grew 30.7% to RMB444 million, with a gross margin of 40.7%.
- The Company has the largest discovery biology enabling platform, with more than 2,500 experienced scientists who provide comprehensive biology services covering all stages and therapeutic areas of drug discovery. The Company has established 3 centers of excellence for non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), anti-viral, neuroscience & aging.
- The Company has a leading DNA Encoded Library (DEL) and compound generation platform, providing services for more than 1,200 customers globally. We leverage our global network across Asia, Europe and North America, to develop and use new technologies such as OBOC ("One-Bead-One-Compound") to drive growth.
- The Company continues to build new biology capabilities related to new modalities, including target protein degradation, nucleic acid-based and conjugated modalities, vector platform, and novel drug delivery vehicles. During the Reporting Period, WuXi Biology revenue from new modalities and large molecules grew 67%, and its revenue contribution rose to 19.0% in the first half of 2022 from 14.6% in 2021, suggesting that new modalities-related biology services have become an increasingly important growth driver.
- WuXi ATU: CTDMO business model drives growth
- Revenue from WuXi ATU grew 35.7% year over year to RMB615 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit was RMB(43) million, with a gross margin of -6.9%. Gross profit declined largely due to under-utilized capacities of the newly built Shanghai Lingang site. With capacity utilization ramping up in the coming quarters, gross profit is expected to turn positive and improve.
- During the Reporting Period, the Company focused on improving our CTDMO integrated enabling platform and strengthened testing services, capabilities, and capacities. We provided development and manufacturing services for 67 projects, including 51 pre-clinical and Phase I projects, 9 Phase II projects, and 7 Phase III projects (4 projects are in BLA preparation stage).
- The Company announced the launch of Tetracycline-Enabled Self-Silencing Adenovirus (TESSA™) in March 2022. TESSA™ technology is a revolutionary and novel process for transfection-free, scalable manufacturing of adeno-associated virus (AAV). Process now scaled to 200L that produces more than 10 times AAV products compared to traditional plasmid-based manufacture. At the end of the first half of 2022, we had 30 TESSA™ evaluation projects by customers.
- WuXi DDSU: business evolving to focus on innovative drug discovery services
- Revenue from WuXi DDSU declined 26.7% to RMB455 million and adjusted non-IFRS gross profit declined 52.4% to RMB140 million, with a gross margin of 30.7%. DDSU's revenue decline was mainly attributed to business evolution that aim to better serve the growing needs of clients in China for novel and innovative products, which will take longer to deliver INDs.
- During the first half of 2022, our success-based drug discovery service unit filed INDs for 9 drug candidates and obtained 19 CTAs on behalf of China-based customers. As of June 30, 2022, we have cumulatively submitted 153 new chemical entity IND filings with the NMPA and obtained 129 CTAs, with 1 project in NDA review stage, 5 projects in Phase III clinical trials, 18 projects in Phase II clinical trials, and 77 projects in Phase I clinical trials. Upon these products' successful launch to the market by our customers, we will begin receiving royalty income.
- We are now putting our efforts towards the discovery of potential best-in-class molecules and new modalities molecules for customers. In the first half of 2022, we worked for customers on 15 pre-clinical projects in new modalities that include Peptide/Peptide-Drug-Conjugation (PDC), protein degraders and oligonucleotides. Several of these projects are expected to file an IND in late 2022 or early 2023.
Our commitment to ESG
As an innovation enabler, a trusted partner, and a contributor to the global healthcare industry, WuXi AppTec Co., Ltd. ("WuXi AppTec", or "we") is committed to environmental protection and sustainability, and to be a good global corporate citizenship.
In the first half of 2022, WuXi AppTec was recognized as a "Top Rated" ESG company by Sustainalytics, a leading ESG research, ratings and data firm. In the same assessment, WuXi AppTec was placed in the top four percent of companies in the global pharmaceutical industry with a "Low Risk" of experiencing material financial impacts due to ESG factors.
We continuously strengthen sustainability management and technologies, and actively build green chemical technology platforms such as biocatalysis, flow chemistry and direct isolation. In the first half of 2022, our energy consumption intensity, carbon emission intensity and water use intensity reduced by 18.8%, 22.5% and 23.6%, respectively, as compared to that of 2021.
Management Comment
Dr. Ge Li, Chairman and CEO of WuXi AppTec, said, "We achieved record growth in the first half of 2022. Our revenue increased 68.5% year-over-year and our adjusted Non-IFRS net profit increased 75.7% year-over-year. WuXi AppTec's performance during the first half of 2022 underscores that our unique CRDMO and CTDMO business models continue to drive rapid growth for our company and allow us to better serve customers worldwide."
"After Shanghai experienced an Omicron outbreak in the second quarter, we effectively implemented our business continuity plan and leveraged our global capacities and comprehensive capabilities to ensure the health of our employees and continue our business operations. Since June 1st, we have resumed operations of our facilities in Shanghai, and continue to meet project delivery timelines and capture new business opportunities. We have increased our revenue growth target for year end 2022 to the range of 68-72% from 65-70% year-over-year, and we are confident to deliver strong growth in 2022 and beyond."
About WuXi AppTec
As a global company with operations across Asia, Europe, and North America, WuXi AppTec provides a broad portfolio of R&D and manufacturing services that enable the global pharmaceutical and healthcare industry to advance discoveries and deliver groundbreaking treatments to patients. Through its unique business models, WuXi AppTec's integrated, end-to-end services include chemistry drug CRDMO (Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization), biology discovery, preclinical testing and clinical research services, cell and gene therapies CTDMO (Contract Testing, Development and Manufacturing Organization), helping customers improve the productivity of advancing healthcare products through cost-effective and efficient solutions. WuXi AppTec received an AA ESG rating from MSCI in 2022 and its open-access platform is enabling more than 5,850 collaborators from over 30 countries to improve the health of those in need – and to realize the vision that "every drug can be made and every disease can be treated." Please visit: http://www.wuxiapptec.com
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain certain "forward-looking statements" which are not historical facts, but instead are predictions about future events based on our beliefs as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to our management. Although we believe that our predictions are reasonable, future events are inherently uncertain and our forward-looking statements may turn out to be incorrect. Our forward-looking statements are subject to risks relating to, among other things, the ability of our service offerings to compete effectively, our ability to meet timelines for the expansion of our service offerings, our ability to protect our clients' intellectual property, unforeseeable international tension, competition, the impact of emergencies and other force majeure. Our forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date on which they are made, and we assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statements except as required by applicable law or listing rules. Accordingly, you are strongly cautioned that reliance on any forward-looking statements involves known and unknown risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements contained herein are qualified by reference to the cautionary statements set forth in this section. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release and are based on assumptions that we believe to be reasonable as of this date, and we do not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
Use of Non-IFRS and Adjusted Non-IFRS Financial Measures
We provide non-IFRS gross profit, exclude the impact in revenue and cost from effective hedge accounting, share-based compensation expenses and amortization of intangible assets acquired in business combinations, and non-IFRS net profit attributable to owners of the Company, which exclude share-based compensation expenses, issuance expenses of convertible bonds, fair value gain or loss from derivative component of convertible bonds, foreign exchange-related gains or losses, amortization of intangible assets acquired in business combinations and goodwill impairment. We also provide adjusted non-IFRS net profit attributable to owners of the Company and earnings per share, which further exclude realized and unrealized gains or losses from our venture capital investments and joint ventures. Neither is required by, or presented in accordance with IFRS.
We believe that the adjusted financial measures used in this press release are useful for understanding and assessing our core business performance and operating trends, and we believe that management and investors may benefit from referring to these adjusted financial measures in assessing our financial performance by eliminating the impact of certain unusual, non-recurring, non-cash and non-operating items that we do not consider indicative of the performance of our core business. Such adjusted non-IFRS net profit attributable to owners of the Company, the management of the Company believes, is widely accepted and adopted in the industry the Company is operating in. However, the presentation of these adjusted non-IFRS financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with IFRS. You should not view adjusted results on a stand-alone basis or as a substitute for results under IFRS, or as being comparable to results reported or forecasted by other companies.
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https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/07/26/wuxi-apptec-reports-record-first-half-results-2022/
| 2022-07-26T10:10:56Z
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NEW YORK, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Inotiv, Inc..
Shareholders who purchased shares of NOTV 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: September 21, 2021 to 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) Inotiv's acquisition, Envigo RMS, LL ("Envigo"), and Inotiv's Cumberland, Virginia facility (the "Cumberland Facility") engaged in widespread and flagrant violations of the Animal Welfare Act ("AWA"); (2) Envigo and Inotiv's Cumberland Facility continuously violated the AWA; (3) Envigo and Inotiv did not properly remedy issues with regards to animal welfare at the Cumberland Facility; (4) as a result, Inotiv was likely to face increased scrutiny and governmental action; (5) Inotiv would imminently shut down two facilities, including the Cumberland Facility; (6) Inotiv did not engage in proper due diligence; and (7) as a result, defendants' statements about its business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: August 22, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/inotiv-loss-submission-form/?id=29292&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of NOTV 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 August 22, 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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| 2022-06-29T17:19:54Z
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Shorter Callout Times, Lower Daily Minimums, Expanded Service Areas
BOSTON, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Magellan Jets has enhanced its membership and jet card programs with the specific goal of helping clients return to business with confidence and ease. The Boston-based private aviation provider has expanded its Jet Card and Membership programs, adding the Explorer100 Private Jet Membership as well as a number of program features designed to help guests fly with greater freedom, flexibility, assurance, and certainty than ever before—including the ability to exercise a refund clause if market changes force them to reconsider their private aviation investment.
"As our programs have grown, we have experienced some of the highest levels of volume we've ever seen combined with some of the biggest challenges in aviation history, and we've learned a lot about what our clients need in today's re-opening market," said Magellan Jets President and co-founder Anthony Tivnan. "Everything we're announcing is a direct result of our singular belief in listening to our customer's needs. All of these program enhancements serve our passion for helping people live their best lives."
The company is launching these enhancements without removing any of the current features Magellan guests love, such as guaranteed no re-quote backup and recovery.
Explorer100 is Magellan's new, funds-on-account membership program based on their popular and award-winning Explorer Membership. Magellan's members enjoy fixed-rate pricing across four cabin-size categories; with a starting account of $100,000, members secure Explorer100's 12-month rate lock and unlock additional amenities including guaranteed Wi-Fi and long-leg/round-trip discounts.
Magellan has re-focused its legacy Jet Card Program around only the most popular and most-requested aircraft, such as the Phenom 300, a favorite among clients because of its spacious cabin volume and large baggage capacity. While many savvy flyers enjoy the ability to purchase jet-specific jet cards (popularized by the fractional jet model), lower hourly rates are available for those who only need access to a specific category of aircraft.
In a major move that will save money for customers making shorter flights, daily minimums—the minimum amount of flight time charged per day—are being reduced to as little as 60 minutes. According to Private Jet Card Comparisons, a buyer's guide tracking jet card and membership programs, light jet daily minimums have averaged 103.9 minutes at the end of Q2, a 33% increase from the end of 2019.
Jet Card Owners who purchase hours in larger blocks can take advantage of additional benefits such as fuel discounts and 18 month rate locks, which hold tremendous value for long-term planning and budgeting.
To provide guests with even more confidence in their investment despite widespread economic uncertainty, both Explorer100 Members and Jet Card Owners now have the ability to exercise a refund clause in their account in the event they need to re-assess their aviation needs.
"We've seen hesitancy among companies and individuals around making large, multi-year investments right now without knowing what the impact could be months and years down the line," said Magellan Jets President and co-founder Anthony Tivnan. "While other providers continue to lock their customers into multi-year agreements, we want to provide an additional layer of risk- and recession-proofing by allowing customers to recoup their unused investment if the need to pivot their business travel plans arises."
To meet the needs of returning corporate customers, both the Explorer100 Membership and Magellan's Jet Cards provide the flexibility to shorten their callout time even further and book a jet within as little as 24 hours' notice.
"In the last six months, we've seen corporate business once again become a larger part of our customer base, and we want to ensure our travelers have the products that work for their business," said Tivnan. "Callout time is important for our business clients. What has become certain is business travel uncertainty, and flexibility in scheduling and re-scheduling is critical. As market challenges have begun to subside, we've adapted, going from 72 hours down to the 24-hour callout ability."
Additional exciting program announcements include the unification of Magellan's Primary service area to include all 48 contiguous United States, as well as the addition of several popular international destinations, including Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.
To read more about the new Explorer100 Membership, click here; for more information about the enhancements to Magellan's Jet Card offerings, click here.
Magellan Jets is a Boston-based private aviation solutions provider built on a commitment to three core values: Lead With Safety, Care Deeply, and Create Amazing. Founded in 2008, Magellan Jets' innovative model offers jet card ownership, jet membership, and on-demand charter services designed to provide the freedom and exceptional personalized service that private travelers demand. Magellan and its FAA-certificated Flight Support Department ensure every detail is tailored to exceed guests' expectations. Safety, security, privacy, and an uncompromising commitment to excellence in hospitality combine with the most heavily audited and thoroughly vetted network of aircraft in the world to let travelers experience private aviation the way it is meant to be—purely private.
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https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/16/magellan-launches-new-program-enhancements/
| 2022-08-16T19:23:19Z
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Surfer helps families honor loved ones with ‘one last wave’
By JENNIFER McDERMOTT
Associated Press
NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island surfer Dan Fischer created the One Last Wave Project to use the healing power of the ocean to help families coping with a loss. He etches their loved one’s name onto one of his surfboards and takes them out into the ocean, in spirit anyway, for “one last wave,” as a way to memorialize them in a place that was meaningful to them. He started the project in January while coping with the loss of his father and his beloved dog. He says surfing is no longer a solitary pursuit, he’s committed to helping the families and honoring them every time he goes out.
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https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2022/05/26/surfer-helps-families-honor-loved-ones-with-one-last-wave/
| 2022-05-27T07:58:57Z
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CDC estimates 3 in 4 kids have had coronavirus infections
NEW YORK (AP) — Three out of every four U.S. children have been infected with the coronavirus and more than half of all Americans had signs of previous infections, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention researchers estimated in a report Tuesday.
The researchers examined blood samples from more than 200,000 Americans and looked for virus-fighting antibodies made from infections, not vaccines. They found that signs of past infection rose dramatically between December and February, when the more contagious omicron variant surged through the U.S.
For Americans of all ages, about 34% had signs of prior infection in December. Just two months later, 58% did.
“I did expect it to increase. I did not expect it to increase quite this much,” said Dr. Kristie Clarke, co-leader of a CDC team that tracks the extent of coronavirus infections.
The news came as Pfizer sought permission to offer a booster dose to kids ages 5 to 11, just like people 12 and older can get.
In the CDC report, the most striking increase was in children. The percentage of those 17 and under with antibodies rose from about 45% in December to about 75% in February.
The older people were, the less likely they had evidence of past infections. That may be because older adults have higher vaccination rates and they may be more likely to take other COVID-19 precautions, such as wearing masks and avoiding crowds, Clarke said.
Reported COVID-19 cases had a huge surge in December and January, then fell almost as dramatically as they had risen. But daily case counts have been trending up again in recent weeks.
The case numbers are believed to be an undercount, but officials do think recent increases reflect a true rise in infections. Many COVID-19 infections are mild enough that patients do not seek care or confirmatory lab tests. CDC officials say they plan to release a study soon that estimates that in recent months there were three infections for every reported case.
Another recent trend: U.S. health officials say they have seen two weeks of increases in COVID-19 hospitalizations, though the numbers remain relatively low. Hospital admissions number about 1,600 per day, a 9% increase in the prior week, the CDC reported.
Available evidence nevertheless offers reason to be hopeful about how the pandemic is going, officials suggested.
“We are not anticipating more severe disease from some of these subvariants, but we are actively studying them,” CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Tuesday.
The tests that showed how many people had previous infections can detect antibodies for one to two years after infection, and possibly longer. Studies have shown previous infection can protect some people against severe disease and hospitalization, but CDC officials stressed that the previously infected should still get COVID-19 vaccines.
The study looked for any detectable level of antibodies; it did not distinguish how many people had antibody levels that might be protective. Scientists are still trying to understand what role these kinds of antibodies play in protection from future virus exposures.
Officials continue to urge Americans to get vaccines and boosters, which offer additional protection against COVID-19 for all, including those who were previously infected.
Currently the U.S. offers a booster dose starting at age 12 but Pfizer and BioNTech on Tuesday asked the Food and Drug Administration to allow healthy elementary-age kids to also get one -- about six months after their last shot. The companies cited a small study showing the extra shot for kids ages 5 to 11 revved up antibodies capable of fighting the super-contagious omicron variant. Pfizer’s kid-size shots are a third of the dose given to anyone 12 or older.
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AP Medical Writer Lauran Neergaard in Washington contributed to this report.
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| 2022-04-28T12:08:19Z
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Orbis' systems and methods optimize the compression and transmission of data across computer systems.
ANNAPOLIS, Md., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Orbis Technologies, Inc., a global leader in providing component content management systems (CCMS) and content development services, announced this week the issuance of a new U.S. patent entitled "Systems and Computer Implemented Methods for Semantic Data Compression" (U.S. Patent No. 11,301,425).
Orbis Technologies continues to revolutionize content management. The latest patent semantically compresses artifacts—documents, images, and other data objects—and prioritizes them across disparate enterprise systems.
"Our latest patent represents a continued commitment to introducing technology designed to support our global client base. The CTS technology built into our RSuite product line efficiently synchronizes large data sets distributed among disparate cloud systems via networks of varying reliability," says Brian Ippolito, President & CEO of Orbis Technologies, Inc.
Orbis has received 13 U.S. patents covering various content management technology components such as Big Data, semantic search, cybersecurity, redaction, and content correlation. The Orbis semantic compression and transmission of data technology is incorporated into the Orbis RSuite Component Content Management System software.
About Orbis Technologies, Inc.
Orbis Technologies, Inc. is an established global leader in delivering innovative technology to companies ranging from Fortune 50 to the U.S. Federal Government.
Orbis specializes in advanced semantic-driven enterprise component content management platforms, highly specialized cloud content analytics software, and exceptional content development for technical documentation, eLearning, online help systems, visualizations, and training materials. Their elite team of subject-matter experts helps clients assess, optimize, and build next-generation digital content platforms.
Orbis has headquarters in Annapolis (MD) with offices in Audubon (PA), Brookfield (WI), Colorado Springs (CO), Durham (NC), Orlando (FL), and Rochester (NY), and subsidiaries in Chennai (India), Torquay (United Kingdom), and Sydney (Australia).
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| 2022-04-12T15:13:40Z
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