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Serena Williams and Lewis Hamilton join consortium to buy Chelsea
By Amanda Davies, CNN
Twenty-three-time grand slam champion Serena Williams and seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton have joined Martin Broughton’s bid to buy Premier League club Chelsea, a source close to the bid told CNN Sport on Thursday.
The source was speaking on the condition of anonymity, and while they would not confirm how much either was investing as part of the consortium, they stated that both were investing as sport business investors.
Broughton’s consortium includes World Athletics President Sebastian Coe as well as Josh Harris and David Blitzer, who own sport teams including the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Philadelphia 76ers, the source added.
A second source also confirmed Coe’s involvement with Broughton’s bid. Broughton is the former Liverpool chairman.
Freud Communications — Hamilton’s communications consultancy — confirmed the Formula One driver’s involvement in Broughton’s bid to CNN.
Serena Williams’ representatives were not immediately available for comment when contacted by CNN.
Williams is already part of a majority woman-founded group who owns Angel City FC in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).
“It’s a move away from what they’re investing in traditionally, [by] investing in a club’s franchise, especially a club the size of Chelsea. [Sportspeople are] typically seen as investing in consumer brands, early stage businesses that clearly have relevance to their sporting career, but also kind of that move into the wider business world,” Ben Peppi, sports commercial expert at JMW Solicitors, told CNN Sport.
“This, to me, looks more like a traditional investment play. Clearly, it’s a financial return. It’s not going to be acting as brand ambassadors for Chelsea Football Club in a traditional way that they might with other consumer brands,” he added.
“With Lewis Hamilton there’s a lot of talk around the fact that he’s in there because he’s going to promote values close to him with regards to kind of race, inclusion, and diversity,” Peppi pointed out.
Broughton’s bid is one of three left in the race to purchase the club from current Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.
In March, Abramovich announced he planned to sell the club in the best interests of “the fans, the employees, as well as the Club’s sponsors and partners.”
This came after he declared he gave “stewardship” of Chelsea to trustees of the club’s charitable foundation.
Afterward, the European Union placed Abramovich on its list of sanctioned individuals, while the UK government sanctioned him as part of its efforts to “isolate” Russian President Vladimir Putin following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Abramovich has always denied being linked to Putin and rejected claims that any of his activities merited government sanctions.
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Homero de la Fuente contributed reporting. | https://localnews8.com/sports/cnn-sports/2022/04/21/serena-williams-and-lewis-hamilton-join-consortium-to-buy-chelsea/ | 2022-04-21T18:29:31Z |
MENLO PARK, Calif., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Supply chain funding disruptor TCC (Trade Capital Corporation) is expanding its executive leadership team with the addition of Poorva Diwekar as its Treasurer and Vice President of Finance.
In her new role, Poorva will head up the treasury, FP&A and accounting functions at TCC.
TCC also recently welcomed Girish Kale as Head of Client Engagement, and GS Iyer as Head of Procurement.
Said Michael C. Doran, TCC's Chief Financial Officer: "We are very pleased to have Poorva on board - she brings a wealth of finance, banking, accounting and cash management expertise. She is an expert on balance sheet valuation, which will be invaluable to our clients looking to optimize their balance sheets."
"Poorva, Girish and GS are excellent additions. Our world-class team of professionals is deeply experienced in the areas of supply chain management, finance, treasury, and systems which are the foundation of TCC TradeCo's inventory funding program," added Sanjay Bonde, Chairman and CEO of TCC.
The recent team expansions add heft to the Silicon Valley-based inventory funding and holding company which already boasts more than 500 years of combined experience in supply chain and finance among its executive management.
Poorva Diwekar joins TCC from KPMG where she was the valuations expert for management planning and financial reporting in the financial services and technology industries. She previously held strategic finance roles at KLA Tencor, Axis Bank and Barclays Bank. Poorva holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation from the CFA Institute and a Chartered Accountant ranking from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, a top 50 ranker at an All-India level.
Girish Kale is a seasoned business transformation, strategic sourcing and procurement leader with more than 35 years of global experience. He formerly served as Partner for the Hitech industry practice of KPMG US based in Mountain View, California, and as Head of Procurement and Supply Chain India Practice. Girish previously worked with GE, Bank of America and Chevron.
GS Iyer is known in the procurement world for his experience in global supplier/commodity management and VMI implementation to drive cost reductions and minimize total cost of ownership. His career spans more than 35 years with companies such as Intel, IBM, Citrix and Flextronics.
TCC and its wholly-owned trading arm TradeCo deliver Capital as a Service (CaaS) in an integrated supply chain technology platform. Our CaaS solution offers access to cash flow, providing manufacturers with liquidity and capital efficiency – off balance sheet, while our end-to-end technology platform provides procurement, logistics, warehousing, track and trace, planning and forecasting as well as integration with third party logistics providers to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end supply chain services. TCC's CaaS Wallet business suite of finance solutions includes the Inventory Card™, Factoring Card™ and SupplierPay Card™ to monetize and secure inventory, accelerate supplier payments and create more resilient supply chain ecosystems.
For more information visit: www.tradecapitalcorp.com
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Taking vitamin D supplements won’t protect your bones, study says
Published: Jul. 28, 2022 at 2:27 PM CDT|Updated: 58 minutes ago
(CNN) – Taking vitamin D supplements might not be as good for you as previously thought.
Many people take vitamin D supplements believing they are strengthening bones or helping prevent fractures.
The largest, longest and most controlled trial on vitamin D supplements in the U.S. was released Wednesday.
After looking at the data from nearly 26,000 people, researchers reported that vitamin D pills taken with or without calcium had no effect on bone fracture rates.
The authors of the study, however, said supplements could still help some people, like patients with osteoporosis.
For more information about the study, check out the latest edition of the “New England Journal of Medicine.”
Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/07/28/taking-vitamin-d-supplements-wont-protect-your-bones-study-says/ | 2022-07-28T20:26:26Z |
HONG KONG, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong-based DWARF team has unveiled the DWARF II Smart Telescope, the world's first portable smart telescope with features such as one-click GOTO, gigapixel panorama, and AI-powered object tracking that can be controlled by mobile devices.
With conventional telescopes facing issues of bulkiness, high costs, limited fields of view and requiring technical expertise to operate, the DWARF II will provide a more accessible solution.
"Digital telescopes allow people to record wonderful images beyond limits of vision, such as the starry sky and dynamic moments. However, the traditional telescopes are user-unfriendly and complicated, leaving many interested or potential consumers being deterred outside." Qinglei Hu, the founder of the DWARF team, said.
"We are committed to making the telescope a popular and practical photography tool through digital technologies such as edge computing, deep learning, and machine vision," Hu Added.
Portable Design
The DWARF II is only as big as a common dictionary, and its small size is due to its periscope structure, creating a folded and compact optical path. Furthermore, the overall moment of inertia is significantly decreased, lowering the torque requirements of the motor and allowing the use of a smaller motor. Measuring in at just 204x62x130mm3 and weighing just 2.4 lbs/1.1 kg; the DWARF II is easy to pack and bring around.
Wireless Control Via Mobile Devices
Users can use their mobile phones or tablets to connect to DWARF II via Bluetooth/Wi-Fi for control. With the 2-axis pan-tilt capability, the telescope's direction, as well as the frame for shooting and recording, can be independently controlled, avoiding jitters during the process.
Automatic Astrophotography With One-click GOTO
As the Earth rotates around the polar axis, it causes motion blur under long exposures. Polaris alignment is necessary for rotation compensation for traditional telescopes, which is a difficult task to accomplish. The DWARF II uses an image-driven algorithm, StellarRoute, which enables adaptive attitude calibration without Polaris alignment.
StellarRoute can also perform adaptive path planning to achieve one-click GOTO. The user only needs to select the star to be photographed in the app, and the DWARF II will automatically align itself at the target.
AI-powered Object Tracking
Object tracking for the DWARF II is achieved through multiple deep learning networks. Select the target object through the DWARF App, start the tracking function, and the smart telescope will automatically rotate to track the target object. The maximum angular velocity of the track is 36°/s, and even birds and aircraft can be tracked.
Dual-camera System
The DWARF II has both a wide-angle and a telephoto camera, and users can preview two camera fields in the DWARF App. The telephoto field of view (FOV) is just in the center of the wide-angle FOV, assisting users to achieve precision. There is also an advanced feature in the dual-camera system: when the user clicks on a target in the wide-angle FOV, the DWARF II will automatically point to the target object in the telephoto FOV, which makes it efficient and easy for you to capture an object.
Gigapixel Panoramic Shooting
The panoramic feature makes it simple for photographing landscapes, but it can be challenging to record details, and traditional telescopes can record details but have limited visual fields. The DWARF II captures multiple images with 2-axis scanning and then uses algorithms to stitch them into a gigapixel panoramic photo. You can not only appreciate the whole scenery but also enjoy the minute details captured.
Additional Specifications
- Telephoto lens: Actual focal length is 100 mm, equivalent focal length is 675 mm
- Digital resolution: 8 Megapixels(Tele), 2 Megapixels(Wide)
- Main sensor: SONY IMX415 Starvis
- CPU/NPU: 4-Core Cortex-A7 1.5 GHz CPU, 2 TOPS NPU
- Motor speed:0.001°/s~36 °/s
- Visibility angel: Altitude 240°, Azimuth 340°
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
- Replaceable accessories (battery, TF card, filter)
- Operating temperature: 14~113°F/ -10~45°C
- Weight: 2.4 lbs / 1.1 kg
- Dimensions: 204x62x130 mm³
Having raised more than $1.5 million on Kickstarter and Indiegogo, the DWARF II is still available for interested consumers via Indiegogo, with Super Early Bird prices starting at $359.
The DWARF App will launch alongside shipments in August 2022.
About DWARF
The DWARF team comprises a group of geeks who are passionate about optics, computers, and robotics, and they are committed to using cutting-edge interdisciplinary technologies to bring imaginary products into reality together with users.
Carlo Chen
DWARF CN. PR Lead
tinyscope.dwarf@gmail.com
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When Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy autographed a baseball for an American collector in 2019, he likely had no idea it would one day be used to help his nation during a time of need.
The official Rawlings Major League baseball is being sold by Randy Kaplan, a renowned collector of balls signed by world leaders, with a portion of the proceeds going to war relief efforts in Ukraine, auctioneer RR Auction of Boston said Tuesday.
The ball was expected to sell for at least $15,000 but the leading bid as of Tuesday had already exceeded that amount, an RR spokesperson said.
“With what’s going on in the world right now it makes sense to auction it at this point because the proceeds will help the people in Ukraine,” Kaplan said in a telephone interview “What’s going on in Ukraine is a disgrace and it’s breaking my heart to see the people dying there. Their needs are just so dire right now.”
The ball is signed with black felt tip both in Ukrainian Cyrillic and in Latin letters. It is accompanied by a transmittal letter signed by Volodymyr Yelchenko, Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the United Nations, which reads: “Dear Mr. Kaplan, Please find enclosed a baseball, signed by the President of Ukraine, H.E. Mr. Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the visit to New York in September 2019.”
In addition to the unspecified percentage of the sale that will be donated through the global nonprofit Americares, RR Auction will contribute its buyer’s premium and seller’s commission to war relief efforts. Americares’ website describes its humanitarian response in Ukraine as focused on the medical needs of millions of refugees.
Kaplan is a governmental affairs specialist from New York who has many contacts with the U.N. and in U.S. politics. He doesn’t buy his baseballs at auction, instead acquiring them himself through those contacts.
He started his collection in 1996 when former President Bill Clinton signed a baseball for him at a meeting in Washington, D.C. The collection, which now numbers more than 500 items, has been displayed at museums and presidential libraries around the country.
This is not the first time he has auctioned a piece of his collection, but this is probably the first time he has sold a ball signed by such a high profile leader, a man he has come to admire during the country’s war with Russia.
“I am really hoping Zelenskyy survives this,” Kaplan said. “He’s a very brave man.”
The auction that ends May 11 also includes autographs and artifacts from Johann Sebastian Bach, Nikola Tesla, and Albert Einstein. | https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/baseball-signed-by-zelenskyy-to-be-sold-for-ukraine-relief/ | 2022-05-04T16:56:23Z |
Preemptive Heat Warnings In Place for Sunday & Monday
Chance of rain Sunday evening into Monday overnight.
If you thought Saturday was hot, brace for impact as Sunday and Monday are already being issued Excessive Heat Warnings. All Texoma counties south of the Red River have Excessive Heat Warnings in place for Sunday and Monday. North of the Red River will be under a Heat Advisory with some counties having the potential to be upgraded to Excessive Heat Warnings. Plan accordingly so you have access to water, shade and cool spaces.
There is also a weak front on the move that could bring some storms across Texoma Sunday afternoon into the evening. They look to be the strongest at night time between 10pm Sunday and 3am Monday. Some might even be startled by an overnight thunderclap. None of these storms are expected to be severe, so ideally they just bring a little noise and as much rain as possible.
Monday will turn any leftover moisture into high Heat Index numbers. Temperatures are already expected to reach up to 105 on Monday, but it could feel even hotter. The rest of the week doesn’t look any better as next week is looking like it will be the hottest week of the summer.
Stay cool out there Texoma!
Brady Blackstock
Weekend Meteorologist
News 12 / KXII-TV
Copyright 2021 KXII. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/07/16/preemptive-heat-warnings-place-sunday-monday/ | 2022-07-16T23:12:39Z |
CAMERON — No services are planned for Arthur Manning Geddings, 78, of Buckholts.
Mr. Geddings died Saturday, May 21, at his residence.
He was born Oct. 8, 1943, in Manning, S.C. He worked as a truck driver.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Geddings.
Green-Patterson Funeral Home in Cameron is in charge of arrangements. | https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_b1187908-dbbd-11ec-b33b-bf3c658fef38.html | 2022-05-25T07:17:23Z |
AXS-05 (dextromethorphan-bupropion) demonstrated rapid, substantial, and statistically significant antidepressant efficacy compared to placebo starting 1 week after treatment
NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AXSM), a biopharmaceutical company developing and delivering novel therapies for the management of central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today announced the publication on May 30, 2022 of the results from the pivotal GEMINI Phase 3 clinical trial of AXS-05 (dextromethorphan-bupropion) in major depressive disorder (MDD). AXS-05 is a novel, oral, investigational N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist with multimodal activity. The article, "Efficacy and Safety of AXS-05 (dextromethorphan-bupropion) in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder: A Phase 3 Randomized Clinical Trial (GEMINI)," was published in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry and is available in full here.
"The results published in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry are consistent with strong and rapid antidepressant effects, and with a favorable safety profile with AXS-05," said Maurizio Fava, MD, Psychiatrist-In-Chief, Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Executive Director, Clinical Trials Network & Institute, Associate Dean for Clinical & Translational Research, Slater Family Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, and co-author of the publication. "Depression is a difficult-to-treat condition with potentially devastating consequences for patients and their families. Based on these results and its novel oral NMDA antagonist mechanism, AXS-05 may represent an important new treatment option for patients with depression."
"We are very pleased with the publication of the pivotal GEMINI trial results in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, a leading scientific journal, less than two weeks after the publication of the pivotal ASCEND trial results in The American Journal of Psychiatry," said Herriot Tabuteau, MD, Chief Executive Officer of Axsome. "These studies demonstrate a consistent efficacy profile for AXS-05 and form the basis of our NDA for the treatment of depression. If approved, we look forward to making AXS-05 available to Americans suffering from depression as soon as possible."
The GEMINI trial assessed the efficacy and safety of AXS-05 versus placebo in patients with MDD. A total of 327 patients with a confirmed diagnosis of moderate to severe MDD were randomized to receive AXS-05 (45 mg dextromethorphan/105 mg bupropion tablet) (n=163), or placebo (n=164), once daily for the first 3 days and twice daily thereafter, for a total of 6 weeks. The primary endpoint was the change on the Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) score from baseline to week 6. The key secondary endpoints were the change from baseline in the MADRS total score at week 1, change from baseline in the MADRS total score at week 2, remission on the MADRS at week 2, and clinical response on the MADRS at week 6.
In the trial, AXS-05 demonstrated rapid, substantial, and statistically significant improvement in depressive symptoms and induction of remission compared with placebo. The change from baseline in MADRS score to week 6 was significantly greater with AXS-05 than with placebo (-15.9 points vs. -12.0 points; least-squares mean difference=-3.87; p=0.002). The MADRS score change with AXS-05 was significantly greater than placebo at week 1, the first timepoint, and at every timepoint thereafter (week 1: -7.20 vs. -4.97 points; least-squares mean difference=-2.23; p=0.007). Remission rates were significantly greater with AXS-05 at week 2 and every timepoint thereafter (week 6: 39.5% vs. 17.3%; treatment difference=22.2%; p<0.001). The majority of secondary outcomes favored AXS-05. Results for most other secondary endpoints were significantly better with AXS-05 than with placebo at almost all timepoints.
AXS-05 was well tolerated in the trial. The most common adverse events with AXS-05 were dizziness, nausea, headache, diarrhea, somnolence, and dry mouth. AXS-05 was not associated with psychotomimetic effects, weight gain, or increased sexual dysfunction.
The article was published online in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry in advance of the corresponding upcoming print issue.
About AXS-05
AXS-05 (dextromethorphan-bupropion) is a novel, oral, patent protected, investigational N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist with multimodal activity under development for the treatment of major depressive disorder and other central nervous system (CNS) disorders. AXS-05 utilizes a proprietary formulation and dose of dextromethorphan and bupropion, and Axsome's metabolic inhibition technology, to modulate the delivery of the components. The dextromethorphan component of AXS-05 is an uncompetitive NMDA receptor antagonist, also known as a glutamate receptor modulator, which is a novel mechanism of action, meaning it works differently than currently approved oral therapies for major depressive disorder. The dextromethorphan component of AXS-05 is also a sigma-1 receptor agonist. The bupropion component of AXS-05 serves to increase the bioavailability of dextromethorphan, and is a norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitor. AXS-05 is currently covered by more than 100 issued U.S. and international patents, with expiration dates out to 2040. AXS-05 has been granted FDA Breakthrough Therapy designations for the treatment of MDD and for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease agitation. A new drug application (NDA) for AXS-05 for the treatment of major depressive disorder is under review by the FDA. AXS-05 is not approved by the FDA.
About Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company developing and delivering novel therapies for CNS conditions that have limited treatment options. Through development of therapeutic options with novel mechanisms of action, we are transforming the approach to treating CNS conditions. At Axsome, we are committed to developing products that meaningfully improve the lives of patients and provide new therapeutic options for physicians. For more information, please visit the Company's website at axsome.com. The Company may occasionally disseminate material, nonpublic information on the company website.
Forward Looking Statements
Certain matters discussed in this press release are "forward-looking statements". We may, in some cases, use terms such as "predicts," "believes," "potential," "continue," "estimates," "anticipates," "expects," "plans," "intends," "may," "could," "might," "will," "should" or other words that convey uncertainty of future events or outcomes to identify these forward-looking statements. In particular, the Company's statements regarding trends and potential future results are examples of such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements include risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, the continued commercial success of our newly acquired Sunosi product; the success, timing and cost of our ongoing clinical trials and anticipated clinical trials for our current product candidates, including statements regarding the timing of initiation, pace of enrollment and completion of the trials (including our ability to fully fund our disclosed clinical trials, which assumes no material changes to our currently projected expenses), futility analyses and receipt of interim results, which are not necessarily indicative of the final results of our ongoing clinical trials, and the number or type of studies or nature of results necessary to support the filing of a new drug application ("NDA") for any of our current product candidates; our ability to fund additional clinical trials to continue the advancement of our product candidates; the timing of and our ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") or other regulatory authority approval of, or other action with respect to, our product candidates (including, but not limited to, whether potential filing issues or issues identified by FDA during the substantive review may impact the potential approvability of the Company's NDA submission for AXS-05 in MDD or the timing of such approval; whether issues identified by FDA in the complete response letter may impact the potential approvability of the Company's NDA for AXS-07 for the acute treatment of migraine in adults with or without aura, pursuant to our special protocol assessment for the MOMENTUM clinical trial; the potential for the ASCEND clinical trial, combined with the GEMINI clinical trial results, to provide a basis for approval of AXS-05 for the treatment of major depressive disorder and accelerate its development timeline and commercial path to patients; the Company's ability to successfully defend its intellectual property or obtain the necessary licenses at a cost acceptable to the Company, if at all; the successful implementation of the Company's research and development programs and collaborations; the success of the Company's license agreements; the acceptance by the market of the Company's product candidates, if approved; the Company's anticipated capital requirements, including the amount of capital required for the continued commercialization of Sunosi and for the Company's commercial launch of its product candidates, and the potential impact on the Company's anticipated cash runway; unforeseen circumstances or other disruptions to normal business operations arising from or related to COVID-19; and other factors, including general economic conditions and regulatory developments, not within the Company's control. The factors discussed herein could cause actual results and developments to be materially different from those expressed in or implied by such statements. The forward-looking statements are made only as of the date of this press release and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstance.
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Chief Operating Officer
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
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Email: mjacobson@axsome.com
www.axsome.com
SOURCE Axsome Therapeutics Inc | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/05/31/axsome-therapeutics-announces-publication-pivotal-gemini-phase-3-trial-axs-05-major-depressive-disorder-journal-clinical-psychiatry/ | 2022-05-31T13:51:54Z |
Former Missouri church elder convicted in wife’s killing
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) — A former elder in a Kansas City, Missouri, church was convicted Friday of killing his wife four years ago.
Robert Lee Harris was found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of 38-year-old Tanisha Harris at the couple’s home in Overland Park, Kansas.
The couple was active in Repairers Kansas City, a nondenominational church. where Tanisha Harris was an associate pastor.
Police went to the couple’s apartment in Overland Park on Jan. 8, 2018, to investigate a report of a domestic disturbance.
Officers found Robert Harris alone in the apartment and left. They returned when he reported his wife missing. Her body was found later near Raymore, Missouri.
The couple had been married 18 months when Tanisha Harris was killed.
Harris will be sentenced Nov. 3.
Copyright 2022 KCTV. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/08/20/former-missouri-church-elder-convicted-wifes-killing/ | 2022-08-20T16:33:50Z |
Parents arrested after allegedly encouraging their son to fight students sue school
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT/Gray News) - Parents who were arrested last year and accused of encouraging their son to fight other students at a Tennessee high school, filed a lawsuit Thursday saying that their son was assaulted first and not protected by school officials, WVLT reported.
They are asking for $5,00,000 in damages, according to the lawsuit.
Knox County, the Board of Education, Farragut High School’s principal, two school resource officers and a deputy with the sheriff’s office were named as defendants in the documents.
Brent and Monica Pelusio say that their son was assaulted by a group of five athletes last September.
“During the assault, [the minor] was repeatedly hit and punched, including to his head and face,” the report said.
The next day, the parents say when they arrived to pick their son up from school, they saw him surrounded by approximately 10 or more students.
During the incident, the parents said that a school resource officer did not act at the beginning, but pepper sprayed their child once he tried to defend himself against the assault.
The school resource officer said in a 2021 police report that she was outside directing traffic when she heard and saw several students and Monica Pelusio yelling and causing a disturbance in the parking lot.
The officer said she recognized that a fight was about to start, so she ordered them to stop numerous times, but they refused. Brent Pelusio then allegedly entered the disturbance and was yelling for his son to fight another juvenile, officials said.
Both parents were ordered by the officer to return to their vehicle three times but continued, and encouraged their son to fight, according to the 2021 police report.
The officer said a fight between Brent and Monica Pelusio’s child and another student broke out despite refusing numerous orders to stop.
The parents were accused of refusing to stop their son from fighting and charged with contributing to the delinquency of a child, according to authorities.
As a result, the child and parents were arrested and charged. No members of the group were charged due to the incident, according to the documents.
The charge against the child was dismissed.
The parents have sued for a “violation of their right to be free from illegal seizure and prosecution.”
Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/09/18/parents-arrested-after-allegedly-encouraging-their-son-fight-students-sue-school/ | 2022-09-18T13:17:57Z |
NEW YORK (AP) — Korean pop star Luna is ready to make her Broadway debut this fall in the musical “KPOP” and she’s already dreaming of who might be there on opening night — like BTS.
“I would be thankful if they showed up on opening night,” Luna told The Associated Press through her translator.
She also wants fans and other stars to show up, too.
“This is New York City, it’s got its own celebrities and also audiences who would enjoy this. So, I would love to see New York celebrities, as well as Hollywood celebrities,” Luna said.
Luna was introduced at a press event for the musical Wednesday at the Korean Cultural Center in New York.
Luna began her musical career as a member of the popular K-pop group f(x) before becoming a solo artist. Her latest single, “Madonna,” was released in September.
Her stage resume includes Korean productions of “In the Heights” and “Mamma Mia,” and she’s excited to take her talents to Broadway.
“I have always loved doing all those ever since I was a young child, and I even liked creating some routines,” Luna said.
She added: “For this musical, I get to dance while I sing while I act, that is so exciting, and I cannot wait to do this.”
“KPOP” tells the story of global superstars preparing for a special one-night only concert, when one singer’s inner struggle threatens to dismantle one of the biggest labels in the industry.
The multimedia experience explores the relentless discipline, raw talent, and commercial ambition behind the international phenomenon.
The musical has a story by Jason Kim and music by Helen Park, who has worked on the show for the past eight years. She said she is excited that audiences will finally get to experience her favorite music genre.
“I know recently a K-pop has been really blowing up and a lot of people love the genre. But when we started writing this musical in back in 2014, I was so eager for the world to see what I see. And I wanted to share it with the world in a language that everyone can understand,” she said.
“I think musical theater is that vessel for people to hear and witness other people’s stories and feel the emotions. I really wanted the show to be doing that with the genre that I love so much,” Park said.
“KPOP” begins previews Oct. 13 at the Circle in the Square Theatre, with an opening night scheduled for Nov. 20. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/korean-pop-star-luna-readies-for-broadway-debut-in-kpop/ | 2022-04-01T18:04:41Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of CyberOptics Corporation ("CyberOptics" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: CYBE) in connection with the proposed acquisition of the Company by Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ: NDSN). Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive $54.00 in cash for each share of CyberOptics common stock owned.
If you own CyberOptics shares and wish to discuss this investigation or have any questions concerning this notice or your rights or interests, visit our website:
https://www.weisslaw.co/news-and-cases/cybe
Or please contact:
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Weiss Law
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Elon Musk denies sexual misconduct allegation by flight attendant
NEW YORK (AP) — Tesla CEO Elon Musk has denied a claim of sexual misconduct by a flight attendant contracted by Space X who worked on his private jet in 2016.
A report by Business Insider said SpaceX paid the woman $250,000 in severance in 2018 in exchange for her agreeing not to file a lawsuit over her claim.
The Business Insider report was based on an account by the flight attendant’s friend, who said the flight attendant told her about the incident shortly after it happened. The report also said the flight attendant was required to sign a non-disclosure agreement that prohibits her from discussing the payment or anything else about Musk and SpaceX.
Emails seeking comment were sent to SpaceX, which Musk founded.
Musk, who is in the process of buying Twitter, used the platform to respond to the allegation.
“And, for the record, those wild accusations are utterly untrue,” he wrote in response to one user who tweeted in support of him.
He replied to another: “In my 30 year career, including the entire MeToo era, there’s nothing to report, but, as soon as I say I intend to restore free speech to Twitter & vote Republican, suddenly there is …”
He also made light of the accusation, quoting a tweet of his own from 2021 in which he said if there was ever a scandal about him, it should be called “Elongate.”
“Finally, we get to use Elongate as scandal name. It’s kinda perfect,” he tweeted Friday.
According to the report, the flight attendant, who had trained as a masseuse so she could give Musk massages, said Musk exposed himself to her during a massage, rubbed her leg, and offered to buy her a horse in exchange for an erotic massage.
Several hours before the Business Insider report was published, Musk tweeted that he had previously voted for Democrats but would now vote for Republicans and suggested that the left would launch a “dirty tricks campaign” against him.
Musk, who was in Brazil on Friday to meet with President Jair Bolsonaro, has offered to buy Twitter for $44 billion, but said the deal can’t go forward until the company provides information about how many accounts on the platform are spam or bots.
SpaceX has previously faced allegations of male workers sexually harassing women. One former SpaceX engineer who started as an intern wrote an online essay last year describing repeated sexual advances and other harassment she experienced. She said the company was “so rife with sexism, the only remedy is for women to leave.”
After the allegations emerged publicly in December, SpaceX’s president and chief operating officer, Gwynne Shotwell, sent an email to employees stressing the importance of “timely reporting” of harassment and discrimination and said the company will rigorously investigate them, according to reports at the time from the New York Times and other news outlets.
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Fealty to Trump defines Republican Senate primary in Arizona
By JONATHAN J. COOPER
Associated Press
PHOENIX (AP) — The race for Arizona Senate doesn’t fit easily into the Donald Trump vs. GOP establishment pattern that’s defined so many GOP primaries to date. All the major candidates in Arizona aggressively sought the former president’s backing and haven’t been shy about advancing his false claims of election fraud. Since Republican Gov. Doug Ducey declined to run for the Senate, the party’s mainstream hasn’t coalesced around any particular candidate. First-time candidate Blake Masters has gobbled up most of the attention since he was endorsed by Trump. He faces solar energy executive Jim Lamon and Attorney General Mark Brnovich in Tuesday’s Republican primary. The winner will take on Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, one of the GOP’s top targets. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/07/30/fealty-to-trump-defines-republican-senate-primary-in-arizona/ | 2022-07-30T18:42:11Z |
Acquisition helps Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands and retailers individually optimize pricing and promotions to deliver savings for customers while maximizing ROI for their businesses
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced it has acquired Eversight, an AI-powered pricing and promotions platform for CPG brands and retailers. Since its founding in 2013, Eversight has brought CPG brands and retailers technologies tailor-made for the grocery industry, enabling brands and retailers to unlock optimal promotions and pricing that propel their business and create more compelling savings opportunities for customers.
Through Eversight's AI-powered, experimentation-based platform, CPG brands and retailers can continuously test customized pricing and promotions directly with their individual customers, at scale. This automates processes that have traditionally been highly manual and time-consuming and lets brands and retailers engage in shopper-centric optimization. With the company's technology for CPG brands, Eversight surfaces real-time, custom insights into the promotions that best resonate with customers and impact their buying decisions. For retail partners, Eversight lets them use their physical and digital storefronts to run ongoing individualized micro price point experiments at-scale.
Bringing together Eversight's deep expertise in pricing and promotions with Instacart's scale, partnerships, and machine learning technology provides an opportunity to transform pricing strategies and promotions for Instacart's partners. CPG brands and retailers will have access to new individualized and customized pricing tools and dynamic insights via Instacart that connect the dots between online and offline behavior to improve sales and growth, along with customers' experiences, no matter how they choose to shop. This creates a flywheel effect in which goods are priced at the sweet spot that drives more sales and growth for CPGs and retailers – all while unlocking even better promotions and pricing for customers.
"Giving everyone access to the food they love is core to Instacart's mission, and when it comes to grocery shopping, we know that every dollar matters. With higher inflation and the average cost of groceries up, we're taking even more steps to make food and daily essentials more affordable," said Fidji Simo, CEO of Instacart. "By combining Eversight's leading pricing and promotions capabilities with Instacart's world-class teams and technology, we're positioned to deliver even more value to our brand and retail partners, while also creating more opportunities for customers to maximize their savings both in-store and online."
"We founded Eversight to help brands and retailers be more agile and consumer-centric with their pricing and promotions decisions. This is particularly critical in today's high inflation environment, with rapidly changing shopping behavior," said David Moran, Co-founder and Chairman of Eversight. "By joining Instacart, this technology can be scaled across online and offline pricing to help make buying groceries more affordable for everyone while also driving more value for CPGs and retailers. We're excited about our future together, as we build towards becoming one of the most strategic, valued technology platforms for our partners."
Eversight's approach can provide nuanced insights that help retailers and CPG brands quickly achieve their objectives, while delivering a meaningful impact for customers. For example, a CPG brand partner was looking to improve an in-store promotion's performance and wanted to make it more effective, but was concerned about the risks that come with trialing new offers in-store. With the help of Eversight, the brand was able to quickly make adjustments to the promotion, resulting in 10% incremental unit sales growth. The CPG replaced more than 100 weeks of the old promotion with the new offer. In another instance, a retail partner wanted to improve their customer pricing perceptions without sacrificing their business performance. In just five weeks of price experimentation, Eversight helped identify new price points that resonated with customers across 30 categories, leading to a 6% margin lift.
"Now more than ever, it's critical that we're delivering the right promotions to the right consumers. Eversight's real-world, real-time insights help us find the price point or promotion that resonates with our consumers and leads to a purchase," said Lynn Hemans, VP Consumer Intelligence & Analytics for The Hershey Company. "The capabilities that Eversight and Instacart can bring to market together have the potential to be a significant improvement in how CPG brands learn, test, and measure campaigns across the grocery industry."
"As a grocer serving 112 communities, we take our responsibility to provide affordable, fresh foods seriously, especially at a time when we know our customers are aiming to stretch their food dollars. Eversight's pricing insights position us to meet our customers' needs while creating value for our business," said Tom Henry, Chief Data Officer & Deputy Chief Information Officer for Schnucks. "We're excited for Eversight to join Instacart, another one of our long-standing, trusted technology partners. We're confident that by combining their efforts, they will enhance their capabilities, which will help us better engage our customers, grow our business, and nourish people's lives."
Eversight's CPG offerings will be part of the Instacart Ads product and technology suite, which provides CPG brand partners with highly-effective, measurable advertising opportunities and insights capabilities. For retailers, Eversight's retail technology will be part of the Instacart Platform, a suite of enterprise-grade solutions that enhance and digitize grocery retail to create an omnichannel experience for customers. Specifically, Eversight will be available to retailers through Carrot Insights, Instacart's data dashboard that tracks key performance and operational metrics for retailers to help optimize operations, provide more connected online and in-store shopping experiences, and make informed business decisions.
In addition to helping retailers and CPG brands independently surface the best pricing and promotions to their customers, Instacart offers a number of products and features designed to ensure grocery delivery and pickup are more affordable and accessible to everyone. This includes providing access to a variety of value and club retailers, fulfillment options like pickup and "No Rush" next-day delivery, payment options including EBT SNAP, as well as easy ways to discover promotions, coupons and discounts from the Instacart App Deals Tab. Instacart also recently introduced new benefits through its Instacart+ membership, including 5% cash back on pickup orders, and the new Instacart Chase card, which provides a 5% statement credit on all Instacart purchases.
Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, works with grocers and retailers to transform how people shop. The company partners with more than 900 national, regional, and local retail brands to facilitate online shopping, delivery and pickup services from more than 75,000 stores across more than 13,000 cities in North America on the Instacart Marketplace. Instacart makes it possible for millions of busy people and families to get the groceries they need from the retailers they love, and for more than 600,000 Instacart shoppers to earn by picking, packing and delivering orders for customers on their own flexible schedule. The Instacart Platform offers retailers a suite of enterprise-grade technology products and services to power their e-commerce experiences, fulfill orders, digitize brick-and-mortar stores, provide advertising services, and glean insights. With Instacart Ads, thousands of CPG brands – from category leaders to emerging brands – partner with the company to connect directly with consumers online, right at the point of purchase. For more information, visit www.instacart.com/company, and to start shopping, visit www.instacart.com. For anyone interested in becoming an Instacart shopper, visit https://shoppers.instacart.com/.
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DALLAS (AP) — The girlfriend of a man arrested in Dallas Tuesday in a shooting that wounded three women in a Koreatown hair salon told police he had been admitted to health facilities because he was having delusions about Asian Americans, according to an arrest warrant affidavit.
Jeremy Theron Smith, 37, faces three charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, according to jail records.
“This arrest is a result of the hard work, sacrifice, community support, to bring a suspect to justice, and to ultimately bring peace to this community, who rightfully so, have been nervous, frustrated and angry since this crime has occurred,” Dallas police Chief Eddie Garcia said at a news conference Tuesday afternoon.
Police Sr. Cpl. Soo Nam also addressed the reporters, delivering a statement on the arrest in Korean. Garcia said the department has 10 officers who speak Korean.
The FBI said Tuesday that it has opened a federal hate crime investigation along with federal prosecutors in Texas and the U.S. Department of Justice’s civil rights division.
Smith, who is Black, is jailed and no bond has been set. Jail records do not list an attorney for him.
According to the affidavit, Smith’s girlfriend told authorities that whenever Smith is around an Asian American, “he begins having delusions that the Asian mob is after him or attempting to harm him.”
She told detectives he had been having delusions about Asian Americans ever since being involved in a car crash about two years ago with a man of Asian descent. She said he was also fired for “verbally attacking” his boss, who was of Asian descent.
Garcia has said the shooting last Wednesday at Hair World Salon has been connected to two previous shootings at businesses run by Asian Americans.
Dallas FBI spokeswoman Melinda Urbina said agents are working with city police “to thoroughly investigate this incident” but that she couldn’t provide further information because the probe is ongoing.
The shooting in Dallas occurred a few days before a white gunman killed 10 Black people Saturday at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, and a gunman who authorities said was motivated by political hatred for Taiwan killed one person and wounded five Sunday at a southern California church where mostly elderly Taiwanese parishioners had gathered.
Authorities in Dallas have said a man dressed all in black opened fire at the salon, then drove off from the shopping center in a maroon minivan. Garcia said investigators found that a similar vehicle had been reported as involved in two other recent shootings. Someone opened fire in an April 2 drive-by near the salon and Garcia said the minivan was also linked to a May 10 shooting about 25 miles (40 kilometers) southeast of there. No one was injured in either of those shootings.
The three women who were shot at the salon Wednesday were taken to a hospital with injuries that weren’t life-threatening.
Garcia said the suspect fired 13 shots inside the salon. Garcia said one woman was injured in her arm, one in her foot and another in her back. He said four others at the salon weren’t injured.
One of the women injured in the shooting spoke Monday night at a community meeting with police. Her arm in a sling, she said in Korean that she was worried about how she would continue to make a living.
“There are lives that have changed forever because of this,” Garcia said Tuesday.
The salon is in the heart of Koreatown, which is in a part of the city that was transformed in the 1980s from an industrial area to a thriving district with shopping, dining, markets, medical offices and salons.
Anti-Asian violence has risen sharply in recent years. Last year, six women of Asian descent were among the eight killed in a shooting at massage businesses in and near Atlanta, heightening anger and fear among Asian Americans.
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Associated Press writer Jill Bleed in Little Rock, Arkansas, contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-u-s-headlines/dallas-police-suspect-arrested-in-koreatown-salon-shooting/ | 2022-05-17T20:19:52Z |
CHICAGO (AP) — Seventy-five immigrants bused from Texas by Gov. Greg Abbott have arrived in Chicago, the latest chapter of the bitter political battle over the immigration policy of President Joe Biden’s administration.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s office confirmed that the group arrived on Wednesday night and said the city welcomes them. The immigrants are being bused from Texas as part of a strategy launched by Abbott this year to share the influx of people from outside the United States with liberal cities. Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey has also adopted this policy.
“Chicago is a welcoming city and as such has collaborated across various departments and agencies to ensure we greeted them with dignity and respect,” Ryan Johnson, a Lightfoot representative, said in a tweet after the migrants began arriving at Union Station.
Authorities did not specify the immigrants’ countries of origin or say when they arrived in the United States.
“As a city, we are doing everything we can to ensure these immigrants and their families can receive shelter, food, and most importantly protection,” Johnson said in his statement. “Unfortunately, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is without any shame or humanity. But ever since he put these racist practices of expulsion in place, we have been working with our community partners to ready the city to receive these individuals.”
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker offered his support for the new arrivals.
“Illinois welcomes refugees, asylum seekers and immigrants and we are working with federal and city officials to ensure that these individuals are treated with respect and safety as they look to connect with their family and friends,” Pritzker said on Twitter.
The Democratic governor also drew on his family history in his welcome message.
“My great grandfather came to this country as an immigrant fleeing Ukraine in 1881. Immigrants just like my family seeking freedom and opportunity built this country,” he tweeted.
Abbott has now bused immigrants to Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. — all three cities have Democratic mayors. He confirmed in a statement that the “first group” had been bused to Chicago, the Chicago Tribune reported.
And he suggested that more would be arriving, saying in his statement that Chicago has become a drop-off location as a solution to what he called Biden’s “open border policies overwhelming border communities in Texas.”
Abbott has been waging this battle for months and the mayors of New York and Washington have asked the Biden administration to help with what they describe as a surge of asylum-seeking migrants arriving from border states.
Earlier in the year, Abbott announced that state troopers would stop and inspect commercial vehicles crossing the U.S. Mexico border, a move he acknowledged would “dramatically slow” vehicle traffic near the U.S. ports of entry. He later eased that plan after massive gridlock at the border started to take an economic toll. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/ap-75-migrants-bused-from-texas-arrive-in-chicago/ | 2022-09-01T19:18:58Z |
Nearly 1 million COVID-19 deaths: A look at the US numbers
(AP) - Doug Lambrecht was among the first of the nearly 1 million Americans to die from COVID-19. His demographic profile — an older white male with chronic health problems — mirrors the faces of many who would be lost over the next two years.
The 71-year-old retired physician was recovering from a fall at a nursing home near Seattle when the new coronavirus swept through in early 2020. He died March 1, an early victim in a devastating outbreak that gave a first glimpse of the price older Americans would pay.
The pandemic has generated gigabytes of data that make clear which U.S. groups have been hit the hardest. More than 700,000 people 65 and older died. Men died at higher rates than women.
White people made up most of the deaths overall, yet an unequal burden fell on Black, Hispanic and Native American people considering the younger average age of minority communities. Racial gaps narrowed between surges then widened again with each new wave.
With 1 million deaths in sight, Doug’s son Nathan Lambrecht reflected on the toll.
“I’m afraid that as the numbers get bigger, people are going to care less and less,” he said. “I just hope people who didn’t know them and didn’t have the same sort of loss in their lives due to COVID, I just hope that they don’t forget and they remember to care.”
ELDERS HIT HARD
Three out of every four deaths were people 65 and older, according to U.S. data analyzed by The Associated Press.
About 255,000 people 85 and older died; 257,000 were 75 to 84 years old; and about 229,000 were 65 to 74.
“A million things went wrong and most of them were preventable,” said elder care expert Charlene Harrington of the University of California, San Francisco. Harrington, 80, hopes the lessons of the pandemic lead U.S. health officials to adopt minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes, “then maybe I can retire.”
SPOUSES LEFT BEHIND
In nearly every 10-year age group, more men have died from COVID-19 than women.
Men have shorter life expectancies than women, so it’s not surprising that the only age group where deaths in women outpaced those in men is the oldest: 85 and older.
For some families who lost breadwinners, economic hardships have added to their grief, said Rima Samman, who coordinates a COVID-19 memorial project that began as a tribute to her brother, Rami, who died in May 2020 at age 40.
“A widow is losing her home, or she’s losing the car she drove the kids to school with, because her husband died,” Samman said. “Little by little, you’re getting pulled down from middle class to lower class.”
RACE, ETHNICITY AND AGE
White people made up 65% of the total deaths, the largest proportion of any race by far.
This isn’t that surprising because there are more white people in the U.S. than any other race. American Indians, Pacific Islanders and Black people had higher death rates when looking at COVID-19 deaths per capita.
Death rates per capita still leave out a characteristic that is crucial to understanding which groups were disproportionately affected — COVID-19 is more deadly for the elderly.
In the U.S. there are many more elderly white people than elderly people of other races. To evaluate which race has been disproportionately affected, it’s necessary to adjust the per-capita death rate, calculating the rates as if each race had the same age breakdown.
After the share of COVID-19 deaths are age-adjusted in this way, we can compare that with the race’s share of the total population. If the age-adjusted share of COVID-19 deaths is higher than the share of the U.S. population, that race has been disproportionately affected.
When considering age, it’s apparent that Black, Hispanic, Pacific Islander and Native American people suffered disproportionately more from COVID-19 deaths than other groups in the U.S.
Looking at deaths per capita, Mississippi had the highest rate of any state.
“We’ve lost so many people to COVID,” said Joyee Washington, a community health educator in Hattiesburg. “The hard thing in Mississippi was having to grieve with no time to heal. You’re facing trauma after trauma after trauma. ... Normal is gone as far as I’m concerned.”
Communities pulled together. Churches set up testing sites, school buses took meals to students when classrooms were closed, her city’s mayor used social media to provide reliable information. “Even in the midst of turmoil you can still find joy, you can still find light,” she said. “The possibilities are there if you look for them.”
Native Americans experienced higher death rates than all other groups during two waves of the pandemic. For Mary Francis, a 41-year-old Navajo woman from Page, Arizona, the deaths reinforce a long-held value of self-sufficiency.
“It goes back to the teachings of our elders,” said Francis, who helps get vaccines and care packages to Navajo and Hopi families. “Try to be self-sufficient, how to take care of ourselves and how to not rely so much on the government (and) other sources that may or may not have our interests at heart.”
RURAL VS URBAN
The surge that began in late 2020 was particularly rough for rural America.
Americans living in rural areas have been less likely to get vaccinated than city dwellers, more likely to be infected and more likely to die.
“I’ve had multiple people in my ambulance, in their 80s and dying,” said paramedic Mark Kennedy in Nauvoo, Illinois. “Some did die, and when you ask if they’ve been vaccinated, they say, ‘I don’t trust it.’”
Surges swamped the thin resources of rural hospitals. During the delta surge, Kennedy transferred patients to hospitals in Springfield, which is 130 miles away, and Chicago, 270 miles away.
“Every day you had multiple transfers three and four hours away in full protective gear,” Kennedy said.
The recent omicron wave felt even harder to David Schreiner, CEO of Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital in Dixon, Illinois.
“In the first wave, there were signs throughout the community about our health care heroes. ... People loved us the first time around,” Schreiner said. But by this past winter, people had COVID-19 fatigue.
“Our people have been through so much. And then we would get a patient or a family member who would come to the hospital and refuse to put a mask on,” Schreiner said. “It’s a little bit hard to take.”
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AP writer Terry Tang in Phoenix contributed.
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STOCKHOLM, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ASSA ABLOY has acquired J Newton Enterprises Inc, a leading pedestrian door distributor and service company in Florida, USA.
"I am very pleased to welcome J Newton Enterprises into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to reinforce our current offering within entrance automation," says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY.
"J Newton Enterprises is a key player in the Florida market, strengthening our existing pedestrian business and our service offering in that region, enabling us to provide an even better customer experience," says Massimo Grassi, Executive Vice President of ASSA ABLOY and Head of Entrance Systems Division.
J Newton Enterprises was established in 2003 and has more than 60 employees. The company is headquartered in Inverness, Florida.
Sales for 2021 amounted to about MUSD 16 (approx. MSEK 150) with a good EBIT margin. The acquisition will be accretive to EPS from the start.
For more information, please contact:
Nico Delvaux, President and CEO, tel. no: +46 8 506 485 82
Erik Pieder, CFO and Executive Vice President, tel. no: +46 8 506 485 72
Björn Tibell, Head of Investor Relations, tel. no: +46 70 275 67 68
About ASSA ABLOY
The ASSA ABLOY Group is the global leader in access solutions. The Group operates worldwide with 51,000 employees and sales of SEK 95 billion. The Group has leading positions in areas such as efficient door openings, trusted identities and entrance automation. ASSA ABLOY's innovations enable safe, secure and convenient access to physical and digital places. Every day, we help billions of people experience a more open world.
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Together We Build a Malaria-Free World
SHANGHAI, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- World Malaria Day on April 25, is an occasion that aims to promote global malaria prevention and control. This year, World Malaria Day is marked under the theme "Harness innovation to reduce the malaria disease burden and save lives." Innovation has become the keyword in the fight against malaria worldwide. As the first Chinese brand pharmaceutical product well recognized in Africa, Artesun® (artesunate for injection), self-developed and manufactured by Fosun Pharma, has been used to treat over 48 million severe malaria patients worldwide by the end of 2021, which turned to be a symbol of China's self-developed innovative medicines to the world.
In the 1940s, China reported about 30 million malaria cases annualy[1]. Since August 2016, China has not recorded a single indigenous malaria case, marking a significant achievement in the fight against malaria, which World Health Organization (WHO) hailed as "a notable feat[1]". On 30 June 2021, WHO announced that China was officially certified malaria-free.
The 50th anniversary of the discovery of Artemisinin, a compound helping save lives from malaria around the world
According to WHO, in 2020, there were an estimated 241 million cases of malaria worldwide and 627,000 malaria-related deaths in 85 countries. 96% of which occurred in Africa, with about 80% being children under the age of five[2]. An African child dies of malaria every 55 seconds on average.
Malaria once was a major public health problem in China. In its decades-long battle against malaria, China's continuous and precise prevention and control and its achievements in independent innovation and R&D of antimalarial drugs have made remarkable contributions to the global fight against malaria.
On 23 May 1967, the Collaborative Conference of Researchers on Medicine for Malaria Prevention and Treatment was held in Beijing. Mission 523 has been launched, which focused on the identification of new medicines for malaria prevention and treatment. In 1972, Tu Youyou and her team discovered Qinghaosu or artemisinin (the extracts from Artemisia annua L. / Qinghao) could effectively inhibit malaria parasites, which brought the world a new chapter in the research of antimalarial medicines. Guilin Pharma, a subsidiary of Fosun Pharma joined Mission 523 to further study and develop artemisinin derivatives. Artesunate was chemically synthesized on the basis of artemisinin by Guilin Pharma in 1977. One year after, artesunate for injection was developed, which solved the problem of water solubility of artemisinin compounds.
In 1987, Guilin Pharma was authorized the China No. X-01 Class I New Drug Certificate for artesunate by the Chinese Ministry of Health, and the No. X-02 New Drug Certificate for artesunate for injection. The worldwide use of artesunate in the treatment of malaria patients has helped to save millions of lives. Artesuante has been listed as one of the essential antimalarial medicines by WHO since 2000.
To help save more lives from malaria, Fosun Pharma takes innovation as its core driver for sustainable growth and continues to improve its products' quality and upgrade its manufacturing management standards. On 21 December 2005, artesunate tablet innovated by Fosun Pharma became the first pharmaceutical product prequalified by WHO, representing a zero breakthrough for the Chinese pharmaceutical industry. At the end of 2010, with the publication of a cover page article in the Lancet on the results of an international clinical trial on Artesun® (artesunate for injection) from Fosun Pharma, Artesun® (artesunate for injection) was also granted WHO prequalification. In early 2011, WHO revised the Guidelines for the Treatment of Malaria, changing the first-line treatment of severe malaria from quinine to artesunate for injection.
Participation in the fight against malaria in Africa with continuous innovation in developing new medicines and measures for malaria prevention and treatment for children
The fight against malaria has always been a top priority of China's medical and health assistance to Africa. Since 2006, Fosun Pharma has actively participated in the Chinese government's China Aid antimalaria project in Africa. The company also carried out various public welfare activities and international malaria research cooperation to help improve the local malaria control capacity in Africa. Fosun Pharma has been a core supplier of antimalarial medicines to the Global Fund, UNICEF, WHO, and national drug procurement centers in Africa.
From treatment to prevention, Fosun Pharma continues to provide more prevention and treatment solutions for malaria patients, especially children. In August 2018, Fosun Pharma's SPAQ-CO® Disp (co-packed sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine dispersible tablets and amodiaquine dispersible tablets), which indicated for the prevention of malaria in children, was pre-qualified by WHO (WHO-PQ). By end of 2021, around 175 million children in high malaria transmission African countries had benefited from the "Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention Program", for which SPAQ-CO® Disp is used as the core drug. SMC with SPAQ-CO® Disp effectively reduced the morbidity of malaria in children under five years old in Africa.
Fosun Pharma's antimalarial product portfolio covers malaria prevention, and treatments of complicated and severe malaria. As of January 2022, Fosun Pharma has 30 antimalarial products prequalified by WHO, including 26 finished dosage forms and 4 APIs, making Fosun Pharma the leading antimalarial drug manufacturer with the most certifications.
After more than 15 years of operation in Africa, Fosun Pharma has established a sales and marketing network in 39 countries and regions in Africa, ensuring the continued availability of medicine and healthcare products such as antimalarial medicines in Africa.
Since 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has spread worldwide, which brought critical challenges to the global malaria responses. According to the World Malaria Report 2021 released by the WHO, approximately two-thirds of the additional deaths (47,000) in 2020 were linked to disruptions in the provision of malaria prevention, diagnosis and treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic[3].
As a global innovation-driven pharmaceutical and healthcare industry group deep-rooted in China, Fosun Pharma has actively responded to the call of the WHO. While striving to ensure the antimalarial drug supply to the global market, Fosun Pharma has accelerated the technological innovation of COVID-19 products to secure the supply of relevant materials and strategic products., so as to continuously contribute to the prevention and control of the pandemic.
"Malaria is a global public health issue that attracts extensive concern," said Wu Yifang, Chairman and CEO of Fosun Pharma. "We always adhere to innovative R&D and uphold the mission of helping the world eliminate malaria as our corporate social responsibility. Fosun Pharma's global operational networks will further improve the availability and affordability of antimalarial medicines and other medical products in Africa. In addition, we strive to contribute to the achievement of the Global Technical Strategy for Malaria 2016-2030 proposed by WHO to control and eliminate malaria."
About Fosun Pharma
Founded in 1994, Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical (Group) Co., Ltd. ("Fosun Pharma"; stock code: 600196. SH, 02196. HK) is a global innovation-driven pharmaceutical and healthcare industry group deep-rooted in China. Fosun Pharma directly operates businesses including pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical devices, medical diagnosis, and healthcare services. As a shareholder of Sinopharm Co., Ltd., Fosun Pharma expands its areas in the pharmaceutical distribution and retail business.
Fosun Pharma is patient-centered and clinical needs-oriented. The company enriches its innovative product pipeline through diversified and multi-level cooperation models such as independent research and development, cooperative development, license-in, and in-depth incubation. Fosun Pharma has formed technological platforms for innovative small molecule drugs, antibody drugs, and cell therapy with a focus on key disease areas including oncology and immunomodulation, metabolism and digestive system, and central nervous system. Fosun Pharma also vigorously explores cutting-edge technologies, such as RNA, oncolytic viruses, gene therapy and PROTAC, to enhance its innovation capabilities.
Guided by the 4IN strategy (Innovation, Internationalization, Integration, and Intelligentization), Fosun Pharma will uphold the development model of "innovation transformation, integrated operation, and steady growth", with the mission of creating shareholder values as well as promoting the global networks through strengthening its innovative R&D and in-licensing ability and enriching its product pipelines. Fosun Pharma will actively promote the digital and physical business layout in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry and is committed to becoming a first-class enterprise in the global mainstream medical and health market.
For more information, please visit our official website: www.fosunpharma.com.
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Villanova’s injured Moore gets warm welcome at Final Four
By BRETT MARTEL
AP Sports Writer
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Villanova guard says he’s grateful for emotional support and encouragement he’s received from family, Villanova and even NBA star Kevin Durant since his season ending injury last weekend. Moore tore his Achilles near the end of a regional final victory over Houston and spoke before Saturday night’s semifinal game against Kansas. Moore says Durant has assured him that his career isn’t over and would advise him on his recovery as needed. Durant had a similar injury in 2019. The 6-foot-4 Moore averaged 34.4 minutes, 14.8 points and 4.8 rebounds per outing in 36 games. Villanova’s offense stagnated early with Moore against Kansas and the Wildcats trailed 40-29 at halftime. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/02/villanovas-injured-moore-gets-warm-welcome-at-final-four/ | 2022-04-03T00:59:23Z |
India bans exports of wheat, citing threat to food security
NEW DELHI (AP) — India has banned exports of wheat effective immediately. A notice in the government gazette by the Directorate of Foreign Trade said a spike in global prices for wheat had put the food security of India and neighboring and vulnerable countries at risk. Ukraine and Russia account for a third of global wheat and barley exports. Since Russia’s Feb. 24 invasion, Ukraine’s ports have been blocked and civilian infrastructure and grain silos have been destroyed. India consumes most of the wheat it produces, but it had set a goal of exporting 10 million tons of the grain in 2022-23. Much of that would have gone to other developing countries such as Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/13/india-bans-exports-of-wheat-citing-threat-to-food-security/ | 2022-05-14T11:07:10Z |
~ Alan Findlater Appointed to Chief Commercial Officer ~
~ Emily Doyle Appointed to Chief People Officer ~
MALVERN, Pa., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reaction Biology ("Reaction" or the "Company"), an industry- leading provider of drug discovery services, today announced the expansion of its Executive Leadership team with the appointments of Alan Findlater to the position of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and Emily Doyle to the position of Chief People Officer (CPO). Mr. Findlater and Ms. Doyle will also serve as members of the Executive Committee, effective immediately. These new appointments strengthen Reaction's commercial and human resources functional areas.
"On behalf of the Executive Committee, we are incredibly pleased to welcome Alan and Emily to the Reaction Biology executive leadership team. Their collective experiences in the biopharmaceutical and life sciences industries will be instrumental as we work to align our evolving business and people strategy," said John H. Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of Reaction Biology. "In these newly created roles, Alan and Emily will help to build integrated commercial strategies and a high-performing culture that will support Reaction through its next phase of development."
Alan Findlater brings more than 25 years of senior commercial and global marketing leadership in the life sciences, drug discovery, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries to Reaction. In this new role, Mr. Findlater will help to drive and support the Company's strategic commercial objectives, integrated commercial architecture, and oversee the business development, client services, and sales functions. Prior to joining Reaction, Mr. Findlater was most recently CCO of BioIVT, responsible for building the global commercial strategy and leading global sales, marketing, and commercial services teams in the U.S., Europe, and Asia Pacific. He also previously served as CCO at Vium Inc., Executive Director, Global Business Development and Safety Assessment, Discovery, and Research Models and Executive Director, Corporate Development at Charles River Laboratories, and as CCO at WIL Research Laboratories. He has served in many senior leadership roles in sales, client services, and business development through the course of his career and has extensive experience representing multiple global life sciences products and services at dispersed sites, commercial leadership of M&A programs, strategic partnership building, and global commercial and marketing team leadership. Earlier in his career, Mr. Findlater held roles of increasing seniority in the areas of early pharmaceutical development and global clinical pharmacology at leading organizations such as Covance Laboratories, Johnson & Johnson (Medical Device Division and at Ethicon) and Smith and Nephew Pharmaceuticals. Mr. Findlater holds an MBA from the University of Warwick Business School in the United Kingdom (UK), a diploma and certificate in marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK, as well as a BS, Chemistry, from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK.
"Reaction Biology is at an important phase of its growth and evolution as a discovery partner of choice," said Alan Findlater, Chief Commercial Officer of Reaction Biology. "I look forward to bringing my commercial and global marketing leadership experience to support the Company's commercial and business development strategy and its vision to accelerate the enhancement and extension of human lives through advancing drug discovery innovation."
Emily Doyle brings more than 20 years of human resources, organizational development, and talent acquisition in the biopharmaceutical industry to Reaction. Ms. Doyle will help strengthen the Company's dynamic culture of innovation and will be responsible for overseeing Reaction's people strategy, including talent acquisition and administration, leadership development, compensation and benefits, and diversity and inclusion. Prior to joining Reaction, she was most recently Senior Vice President, Human Resources at Inzen Therapeutics, and previously served as Strongbridge BioPharma's Chief Human Resource Officer and was responsible for talent development, culture building, and aligning internal communication and employee engagement strategy. Prior to joining Strongbridge in 2019, she held senior positions as Vice President of Global Human Resources at Globus Medical Inc., and Head of Human Resources (HR) for AstraZeneca's diabetes franchise. She held progressively responsible roles in HR, sales, and commercial learning at Shire Pharmaceuticals before joining AstraZeneca. Emily holds a BS in healthcare management from Metropolitan State University of Denver and is pursuing an MBA from LaSalle University.
"I am delighted to join Reaction Biology at such a critical time for the organization and look forward to cultivating and nurturing top talent in the industry that will contribute to the Company's continued growth," said Emily Doyle, Chief People Officer of Reaction Biology. "Reaction's leadership team is deeply committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, in which the entire team is connected to a mission of delivering superior, cutting-edge science in the area of drug discovery services, which ultimately benefits patients living with cancer and other serious diseases."
About Reaction Biology
Founded in 2001, Reaction is a contract research organization (CRO) that provides a full suite of drug discovery services to over 1,800 biopharmaceutical customers worldwide. Reaction's capabilities include functional biochemical assays, compound screening, a wide range of mechanistic and biophysical studies, and an extensive array of cell-based assays. Reaction maintains one of the largest panels of kinase assays in the world with over 750 unique assays. The Company performs over 5,000 client projects annually with its over 2,000 validated assays. The Company has lab facilities in Malvern, PA, and Freiburg, Germany, with approximately 150 employees.
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Summit Features Grammy Award Winning Musical Artist Lady A
SOUTH BARRINGTON, Ill., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Leadership Summit's two-day leadership event broadcasts live via satellite to more than 500 U.S. sites on Aug. 4,5. The event, featuring Grammy Award-winning artist Lady A, is geared to equip participants with high-impact leadership talks from experts, spanning a wide range of fields and backgrounds.
The 2022 Global Leadership Summit, co-hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Paula Faris, offers fresh, practical, hope-filled development training from a diverse faculty that includes:
- Craig Groeschel, founder and senior pastor of Life Church
- Lynsi Snyder, owner and president, In-N-Out Burger
- Andy Stanley, founder and pastor, North Point Ministries
- Vanessa Van Edwards, author and founder of Science of People
- Jon Acuff, author and Top 100 leadership speaker (Inc. Magazine)
Guests may experience the event at a hosted simulcast location, online or in the studio audience at South Barrington, Ill.
To encourage the next generation of leaders, a special discounted rate is provided to students (ages 11-17) for the two-day event.
In the fall, The Global Leadership Summit goes international in more than 55 languages reaching more than 110 countries to inspire global leaders to greater visions.
Global Leadership Network (GLN), headquartered in the Chicago area, hosts the world's largest annual leadership event, The Global Leadership Summit. Through year-round events and free leadership resources, the GLN combines a blend of leadership education to serve the 2.5 million people who visit GlobalLeadership.org each year. Follow Global Leadership Network on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @glnsummit.
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Extends support throughout the entire lifecycle of cloud adoption
HERNDON, Va., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ePlus inc. (NASDAQ NGS: PLUS) (news) today announced the general availability of ePlus Cloud Managed Services (ECMS) for Microsoft Azure. Designed to offload the task of managing Azure deployments, ePlus Cloud Managed Services allow organizations to focus on driving their business and competitive differentiation while ePlus helps optimize cloud costs and leverages proven security best practices to reduce risk.
ePlus Cloud Managed Services deliver fully US-based, 24x7x365 proactive support and specialized cloud expertise from certified engineers and technical architects who deeply understand cloud and how it fits into modern application deployments. The offering includes:
- Well-Architected configuration and automated deployment to speed time to market
- Security and governance of workloads running on Azure to decrease risk with hardened, best practice configuration and ongoing validation
- FinOps methodology for cost-optimized Azure consumption
"ePlus Cloud Managed Services are designed to alleviate many of the challenges we see our customers face when it comes to managing complex public cloud environments and workloads," said Justin Mescher, vice president of cloud and data center solutions at ePlus. "We help ease the transition to cloud by addressing the most common roadblocks—skillsets, cost management, and security—freeing time spent managing their Azure foundation so our customers can focus on driving innovation by optimizing and modernizing applications. ePlus Cloud Managed Services extend our best-of-breed approach to the ongoing management and optimization of Azure to complete the lifecycle of cloud adoption support."
For more information about ePlus Cloud Managed Services, visit the company website.
ePlus has an unwavering and relentless focus on leveraging technology to create inspired and transformative business outcomes for its customers. Offering a robust portfolio of solutions, as well as a full set of consultative and managed services across the technology spectrum, ePlus has proudly achieved more than 30 years of success in the business, carrying customers forward through adversity, rapidly changing environments, and other obstacles. ePlus is a trusted advisor, bringing expertise, credentials, talent and a thorough understanding of innovative technologies, spanning security, cloud, data center, networking, collaboration and emerging solutions, to organizations across all industry segments. With complete lifecycle management services and flexible payment solutions, ePlus' more than 1,500 associates are focused on cultivating positive customer experiences and are dedicated to their craft, harnessing new knowledge while applying decades of proven experience. ePlus is headquartered in Virginia, with offices in the United States, UK, Europe, and Asia‐Pacific. For more information, visit www.eplus.com, call 888-482-1122, or email info@eplus.com. Connect with ePlus on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. ePlus, Where Technology Means More®.
ePlus®, Where Technology Means More®, and ePlus products referenced herein are either registered trademarks or trademarks of ePlus inc. in the United States and/or other countries. The names of other companies, products, and services mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
Statements in this press release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be "forward-looking statements." Actual and anticipated future results may vary materially due to certain risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, the duration and impact of COVID-19 and the efficacy of vaccine roll-outs, which could materially adversely affect our financial condition and results of operations and has resulted worldwide in governmental authorities imposing numerous unprecedented measures to try to contain the virus that has impacted and may further impact our workforce and operations, the operations of our customers, and those of our respective vendors, suppliers, and partners; national and international political instability fostering uncertainty and volatility in the global economy including an economic downturn, an increase in tariffs or adverse changes to trade agreements, exposure to fluctuation in foreign currency rates, interest rates and downward pressure on prices; our ability to successfully perform due diligence and integrate acquired businesses; the possibility of goodwill impairment charges in the future; reduction of vendor incentive programs; significant adverse changes in, reductions in, or losses of relationships with one or more of our largest volume customers or vendors; the demand for and acceptance of, our products and services; our ability to adapt our services to meet changes in market developments; our ability to implement comprehensive plans to achieve customer account coverage for the integration of sales forces, cost containment, asset rationalization, systems integration and other key strategies; our ability to reserve adequately for credit losses; our ability to secure our electronic and other confidential information or that of our customers or partners and remain secure during a cyber-security attack; future growth rates in our core businesses; our ability to protect our intellectual property; the impact of competition in our markets; the possibility of defects in our products or catalog content data; our ability to adapt to changes in the IT industry and/or rapid change in product standards; our ability to realize our investment in leased equipment; our ability to hire and retain sufficient qualified personnel; and other risks or uncertainties detailed in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All information set forth in this press release is current as of the date of this release and ePlus undertakes no duty or obligation to update this information.
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HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Texans coach Lovie Smith wanted Davis Mills to come out of the halftime locker room and play one more series, with the hope that the second-year quarterback would have some success and end his preseason on a high note.
Mills did just that, throwing a touchdown pass to Chris Moore to help the Texans beat the San Francisco 49ers 17-0 on Thursday night.
“We just wanted to come out and put together a good drive and put up some points,” Mills said. “And that’s what we did.”
Mills was 6 for 10 for 58 yards with an interception. He played the entire first half and the first drive of the second half, finishing off his night with a 16-yard touchdown pass to Moore.
Mills’ second-quarter interception hit the hands of Moore in the end zone, but was deflected by Samuel Womack III and picked off by Tarvarius Moore.
San Francisco starting quarterback Trey Lance was 7 for 11 for 49 yards on three scoreless drives. Two of the drives ended in punts and one ended on downs. Lance was scrambling from the Houston pass rush on many of his plays and was sacked once.
“Some ups and downs, for sure,” Lance said. “It never feels real good to lose, but I will learn from it and turn the page. I’m not going to make a bigger deal out of it than we need to. It was definitely not our best night, but like I said, we’re not going to make too big a deal out of it.”
Backup 49ers quarterbacks Nate Sudfeld and Brock Purdy both threw an interception.
“It was pretty rough, we didn’t play clean at all,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said. “I think we struggled to stop the run on that first drive, which is tough. When we did play good defense, I thought we had a couple bad penalties that kept them on the field.
“Offensively, just way too many penalties. But it was also defense and special teams. I just thought we struggled to execute. It was sloppy play, and I wish it would have been clean.”
Houston took a 7-0 lead when rookie fourth-round pick running back Dameon Pierce scored on a 1-yard run that capped off a lengthy drive on the Texans’ first possession. Pierce is listed behind veteran running backs Marlon Mack and Rex Burkhead on the depth chart but he started Thursday night.
“Dameon Pierce has been that way every time we’ve given him the ball,” Smith said. “He’s a very good football player.”
Mack had 10 rushes for 55 yards, and Burkhead had 10 carries for 28 yards.
Smith didn’t go as far as to say Pierce would be the Week 1 starter, just saying that the team will announce starters soon.
Houston rookie safety Jalen Pitre, a second-round pick, had five tackles, including one for a loss.
Texans kicker Matt Ammendola made a 45-yard field goal in the third quarter to put Houston up 17-0. Ammendola later missed from 31 yards. Veteran kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn was sidelined with an injury so the Texans signed Ammendola for the preseason finale.
“We have a long ways to go still, but when you keep score, of course, you want to score points as often as you can,” Smith said. “And defensively, whenever you can get a shutout, that’s big.”
Undrafted rookie linebacker Segun Olubi led San Francisco with nine tackles.
INJURIES
Two San Francisco second-string linebackers suffered injuries in the first half. Oren Burks suffered a knee injury and Curtis Robinson suffered an ankle injury. Defensive tackle Akeem Spence was evaluated for a concussion. Texans defensive tackle Roy Lopez was sidelined with a “soft tissue injury,” Smith said and is expected to play Week 1.
FIRST-ROUND PICKS
Texans first-round draft picks cornerback Derek Stingley Jr., taken third overall, and left guard Kenyon Green, the 15th pick, both played in the game, with Stingley starting and Green taking reps with the second team.
HONORING ROOTES
The Texans observed a pregame moment of silence and video tribute for former team president Jamey Rootes. He died this week “after a battle with mental health issues,” his wife said in a Facebook post. Rootes served as team president from the inaugural season in 2002 until February 2021.
UP NEXT
49ers: At Chicago on Sept. 11.
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Biden to discuss immigration, trade with Mexico’s president
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is meeting with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador on Tuesday for discussions the White House says will showcase the underlying strength of a relationship that of late has been more notable for the leaders’ disagreements on issues including energy and Ukraine policy.
López Obrador declined Biden’s invitation to the Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles last month after unsuccessfully urging the U.S. to include the leaders of Cuba, Nicaragua and Venezuela — all countries with anti-democratic regimes. The Mexican leader also has called U.S. support for Ukraine in its war with Russia “a crass error” and criticized the U.S. for moving more swiftly to provide military funding to Ukraine than financial aid to Central America.
There also are political crosscurrents in Washington, where top Republicans have pointed to a rising number of people from Mexico and Central America crossing the southern U.S. border illegally and have criticized the Democratic president’s administration for not doing more to curb the migration.
It will be the second in-person meeting between Biden and López Obrador at the White House. In addition, they spoke virtually amid the coronavirus pandemic last year and have held several calls. First lady Jill Biden hosted Mexican first lady Beatriz Gutiérrez Müller during this spring’s White House celebration of Cinco de Mayo.
Tuesday’s discussions come just before Biden leaves for Israel, the West Bank and Saudi Arabia.
Senior Biden administration officials say that the U.S.-Mexico relationship is a priority and that the countries plan to announce joint actions to modernize and improve infrastructure along key parts of the 2,000-mile (3,200-kilometer) border, to enhance law enforcement cooperation against fentanyl smuggling and to promote clean energy.
They also plan to announce a working group to promote more avenues for legal migration by workers, discussions that the officials said they hope could eventually be expanded to include labor from other countries.
In a preview call with reporters, administration officials declined to specify which visa programs might be expanded to bolster legal migration or by how much. They said the agreements set to come out of the meeting were more about demonstrating cooperation than announcing specific numbers.
The officials also didn’t say whether the Biden administration will urge Mexico to do more to stop people heading through its territory to then cross into the U.S. illegally — a key demand of Biden’s predecessor, President Donald Trump. Instead, the officials said Mexico and the U.S. are equal partners on immigration, and both countries had already previously committed to bolstering mechanisms for processing arriving migrants who ask for asylum, while more efficiently expelling those who don’t qualify.
Vice President Kamala Harris, who has been tasked with exploring the root causes of immigration across Latin America, also plans to host López Obrador in a breakfast Tuesday.
López Obrador has long pushed for expanding U.S. temporary visa programs to workers from Mexico and Central America. He said Monday that increasing legal immigration would help fight inflation by bolstering productivity.
Mexico’s president also has been more vocal about attempting to tamp down inflation than curb climate change or promote energy efficiency. U.S. officials want him to retreat on his reliance on fossil fuels and his efforts to prioritize his country’s state-owned electricity utility at the expense of foreign-built plants powered by natural gas and renewable energy, another topic that could come up.
López Obrador has repeatedly criticized the Biden administration, including decrying U.S. efforts to extradite Wikileaks founder Julian Assange from the U.K. for prosecution. He has vowed to bring up the topic during Tuesday’s meeting, and Biden officials say they are ready to discuss it.
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The Global Fund collaborates with the Johnson & Johnson Foundation and the Skoll Foundation to Launch the Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund
- Private sector investments to the Global Fund's Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund from the Johnson & Johnson Foundation and the Skoll Foundation totaling US$ 25 million.
- The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria intends to further match this commitment by at least with 1:1.
- Designed in partnership with the Africa Frontline First Initiative, the Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund (AFF-CF) will accelerate scale up of community health services in up to 10 African countries.
- The Catalytic Fund seeks to mobilize at least $100 million to improve community health systems that are providing essential medical care for up to 130 million people.
- Investing in frontline community health workers can generate a return of up to 10:1 when considering the improved economic, health, and social outcomes of community health workers.
GENEVA, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria is announcing a crucial new catalytic fund to support community health workers across up to 10 African countries. The Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund (AFF-CF) will provide financing to accelerate and sustain the scale up of frontline community health workers, the backbone of community health services.
The Global Fund warmly welcomes the first investments to the Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund from the Johnson & Johnson Foundation and the Skoll Foundation totaling US $25 million. The Global Fund intends to match these and other investments to bolster support to and domestic financing for community health workers.
These pledges come ahead of the Global Fund's Seventh Replenishment, which aims to raise US $18 billion to fund its next three-year cycle of grants. The Global Fund estimates that the funding of US $18 billion would save 20 million lives, while strengthening health and community systems to reinforce pandemic preparedness.
"For the first time in 20 years, many countries have seen HIV, TB and malaria cases worsen and community health workers are at the forefront of fighting these diseases. This is a unique moment for leaders to join forces and invest in the people and structures that will fight pandemics, infectious diseases, and other health threats, now and in the future" said Peter Sands, Executive Director of The Global Fund.
A professionalized workforce of community health workers, who work hand in hand with communities, is key to responding to future outbreaks and making gains on longstanding priorities. The Global Fund applauds these initial pledges from the Johnson & Johnson Foundation and the Skoll Foundation, but much more financial investment is needed to unlock the full potential and to ensure people access to professionalized, trained, compensated, and integrated community health workers.
The Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund will help ensure that up to 10 African countries accelerate progress and improve health care delivered at the community level, as well as crucially ensure the women, who make up the large proportion of community health workers, are properly paid for their work. The Catalytic Fund will combine coordinated technical assistance and implementation funding, as well as investments to scale financing, employ digital tools, increase the availability of essential life-saving commodities, and better integrate community health workers within the overall health system.
"Health workers are the cornerstone of care. By training, empowering, and integrating community health workers into existing health systems it's possible to extend care and reduce the burden of disease for millions of people." said Joaquin Duato, CEO of Johnson & Johnson. "The Johnson & Johnson Foundation committed $15 million to the Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund to ensure delivery of effective, efficient, and equitable care at the frontlines."
The Global Fund Catalytic Fund approach has already shown the power of leveraging philanthropic funding. For example, support from the Children's Investment Fund Foundation for HIV self-testing has increased funding fivefold in two years and increased HIV self-test procurement from thousands to millions in the five countries where it works.
"On the frontlines of pandemic response and prevention, community health workers are critical to bringing essential healthcare to the last mile," said Don Gips, CEO of the Skoll Foundation. "The Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund brings the power of social innovators like the Financing Alliance for Health and Last Mile Health together with the strength of the Global Fund to ensure that community health workers are paid, trained, and equipped to maintain essential services and lead responses to COVID-19, Ebola, and other outbreaks."
This catalytic investment is a first step towards a broader shared ambition to scale community health, contributing to expanding universal health coverage. As part of this effort,
Africa Frontline First is collaborating with the COVID-19 Commission, which supports H.E. President Ramaphosa in his role as the African Union Champion on COVID-19. In line with the African Union's New Public Health Order, this collaboration pursues the AU's broader target of deploying 2 million community health workers by 2030.
More than 85% of community health workers in Africa, the majority of whom are women, are not paid for their work. Experience shows that professional community health workers - who are paid, trained, and supervised - are best equipped to provide essential health services in their communities, even amid great challenges.
"In Liberia and around the world, we have seen the power of community health workers to deliver essential care in rural and remote communities - and to maintain that care during crises like the Ebola epidemic and the COVID-19 pandemic," said Her Excellency Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Nobel Peace Prize recipient and former President of Liberia. "The Africa Frontline First Catalytic Fund is a unique opportunity to invest in those health workers and catalyze real change, creating a healthier and safer world for all."
The Global Fund is a worldwide movement to defeat HIV, TB and malaria and ensure a healthier, safer, more equitable future for all. We raise and invest more than US$4 billion a year to fight the deadliest infectious diseases, challenge the injustice which fuels them and strengthen health systems in more than 100 of the hardest hit countries. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have invested an additional US$4.3 billion to fight the new pandemic and reinforce systems for health. We unite world leaders, communities, civil society, health workers and the private sector to find solutions that have the most impact, and we take them to scale worldwide. Since 2002, the Global Fund has saved 44 million lives.
Africa Frontline First is a collaborative effort by the Financing Alliance for Health, Last Mile Health, the Community Health Acceleration Partnership, and Community Health Impact Coalition under the championship of President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.
Information on the work of the Global Fund is available at www.theglobalfund.org
Information on Africa Frontline First is available at www.africafrontlinefirst.org
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Kumanu's unique approach to wellbeing attracts forward-thinking organizations looking to stay ahead of the curve in a changing employer-employee dynamic.
ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kumanu, a purpose-centered wellbeing company, today announced record performance in key areas of the business. With a diverse roster of new and returning customers, Kumanu is experiencing growth across multiple industry sectors and is positioned to carry the momentum forward into the next year despite potential macroeconomic headwinds.
"We tend to attract and retain like-minded customers and courageous leaders looking for a wellbeing reboot," said Eric Zimmerman, Chief Innovation and Commercialization Officer. "It's part of the reason why we've achieved 100% client retention over the last two years. More than that, though, our wellbeing platform is unique in how customizable and immersive the experience is, from implementation to utilization. We're not just dropping a mobile app on an already stressed HR team — we become a part and an extension of their organization's culture."
In the first quarter alone, Kumanu added new clients in a diverse array of industries, representing healthcare, technology, consulting & services, and insurance. And key to future growth for Kumanu is flexibility across client size segments, with current clients ranging from 500 to 200,000 lives, showcasing the dynamic and scalable nature of the Kumanu platform.
"Our own research with C-suite and HR buyers confirms what others have reported: that the status quo of wellbeing is broken," said Dr. Vic Strecher, Founder and CEO of Kumanu, who is analyzing national data on the changing landscape. "Less than one in five HR leaders say their current wellbeing strategies are working, most of them are tired of relying on incentives, and a growing number are recognizing the need to address both Personal and Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) factors. Until now, there was no easy way to do it in a unified manner."
Baystate Health and PlanSource are among the new Kumanu clients ramping up to launch the platform's latest iteration that harnesses intrinsic motivation while providing new ways to address dignity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the coming months.
"It's time to evolve from traditional wellness models and close the gaps in wellbeing, and we were thrilled to find Kumanu when we did," said Sharon Brand, Chief People Officer at PlanSource. "We prioritize building resiliency and engaging our employees in what matters to them in life and work. We see the value of Kumanu to invest in our own employees and additionally are bringing this offering to our marketplace for customers to leverage for their own employees as well," added Brand.
"With this new partnership we are able to offer solutions that address the root cause challenges impacting employees' mental health and overall wellbeing," said Yvonne Diaz, Baystate Health's Director of Benefits. "Kumanu is helping us create a stronger culture that values wellbeing. That's a much different angle than other platforms out there."
About Kumanu
Kumanu transforms how organizations approach the emotional and social wellbeing of their workforce by addressing root causes missed in traditional programs. By blending neuroscience and behavior design into digital and live experiences, we help people live with purpose, connect to opportunities, and bring their best selves into each day. Forward-thinking organizations use our customizable platform and consultative process to create a more authentic experience that builds stronger business performance and a more connected culture. For more information about Kumanu, visit www.kumanu.com.
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IRVINE, Calif., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Elevation Semiconductor, a high-voltage power conversion solutions developer, announced today the release of HL9750, a device belonging to a family of flyback synchronous rectifier controllers integrated with 100V/12mW MOSFET.
The HL9750 supports a flyback converter that operates in quasi-resonant (QR), discontinuous conduction mode (DCM), and continuous conduction mode (CCM). Its control circuit turns on the gate of a synchronous rectification (SR) MOSFET in forwarding mode and turns off the gate when the SR MOSFET current drops to a certain level. The HL9750 also integrates the gate clamp circuitry to pull down the gate when the dependence of the MOSFET causes the missed trigger turn-on of the SR MOSFET during startup, which then increases the reliability of the system.
Some of the other features of the HL9750 include wide input voltage ranging up to 26.5V, low power saving mode, and it comes in a highly efficient QFN 5x6mm package.
The primary applications for the HL9750 are USB PD chargers for smartphones and tablet PCs, adapters for portable devices, and flyback power supplies with fixed or variable output voltage.
"Our new secondary-side synchronous rectifier controller brings another dimension to the chargers and adapters applications with proprietary CCM SR turn-off control algorithm. We have many new energy-efficient high voltage power conversion products releasing this year that will improve our customer's high-power systems," said David Nam, CEO of Elevation Semiconductor.
Elevation Semiconductor was formed in 2021 and is based in Irvine, California. The company provides a complete portfolio of high voltage power management solutions, utilizing Wide Bandgap (WBG) technology, such as GaN (Gallium Nitride) to achieve the highest energy efficiency and reduce the size, weight, and cost in industrial, consumer, and automotive systems. Find out more at www. elevation-semi.com.
For more information, please email us at sales@elevationsemiconductor.com.
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GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Gaza’s Hamas rulers on Tuesday released a video of a captive Israeli citizen it has held incommunicado since 2015, showing the man lying in a hospital bed while wearing an oxygen mask.
It was the first image of Hisham al-Sayid to be released since he wandered across the frontier from southern Israel into Gaza. Its release came a day after Hamas said the condition of one of the Israelis it is holding captive had deteriorated.
In the video, al-Sayid, 34, is seen lying in bed with a mask over his mouth and nose and what appears to be an oxygen canister next to him. He appears tired and dazed, but does not speak and there is no audio.
Other parts of the video show an intravenous drip next to the bed as well as an image of al-Sayid’s Israeli identification card. Al-Sayid is a member of Israel’s Bedouin Arab minority.
The video is titled, “Footage of the soldier in the army of occupation, Hisham al-Sayid, detained by the Qassam Brigades.”
There is no date on the video. But a TV screen in the video showed images of the Qatar Economic Forum, which was held in Doha last week.
Hamas is believed to be holding the remains of two soldiers killed during a 2014 war. Israel has pronounced the soldiers dead, though Hamas has never confirmed this. Hamas is also believed to be holding two Israeli civilians who wandered across the frontier, including al-Sayid. Rights groups say that both civilians suffer from mental illness.
The Islamic militant group has given no details on the conditions or whereabouts of its prisoners, and it has never allowed the Red Cross to visit them.
Israel’s prime minister, Naftali Bennett, condemned the video’s release, saying that Hamas was holding two mentally ill people “in complete contravention of international law.”
“Distributing a video of an ill person is abhorrent and deplorable,” his office said in a statement.
It described al-Sayid as a civilian with mental illness who had crossed the border into Gaza a number of times previously. “The actions of Hamas prove it is a cynical and reprehensible terrorist organization,” it added, saying Hamas was delaying any chance of a deal.
Hamas has demanded the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, including people convicted in deadly attacks, in exchange for the captive Israelis.
Israel and Hamas are bitter enemies that have fought four wars and dozens of smaller skirmishes since Hamas seized control of Gaza 15 years ago.
Israel and Egypt have maintained a tight blockade over the territory throughout that time. Israel says the closure is needed to prevent Hamas from building up its military capabilities, while critics say the policy amounts to collective punishment of Gaza’s 2 million Palestinian residents.
Israel says there can be no major moves toward lifting the blockade until the soldiers’ remains and captive civilians are released.
Israel and Hamas have held numerous rounds of Egyptian-mediated talks on a possible swap, but those talks have failed to yield a breakthrough. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/hamas-releases-video-of-captive-israeli-in-hospital-bed/ | 2022-06-29T02:41:18Z |
Milestone Achievement Marks Decade as Omaha's Best B2B Company for Corporate Jet Services
OMAHA, Neb., April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jet Linx, the only locally-focused, global private aviation company providing Aircraft Management, Joint Ownership and Jet Card Membership services through its private terminal locations nationwide, today announced its receipt of B2B Omaha magazine's Best of B2B award for Corporate Jet Services for the 10th consecutive year. The annual awards celebrate the best businesses in Omaha with superior services and products across multiple categories, as voted by the readers of B2B Omaha, Omaha's premier business publication.
"It is an honor to be recognized for such a prestigious local award by the Omaha community for the tenth consecutive year," said Jamie Walker, President and CEO of Jet Linx Aviation. "Over the last 23 years, Jet Linx has built a successful global private aviation operation from our roots in Omaha. In striving to deliver a best-in-class experience for our clients, our locally-focused business model and experienced local team have proven to be pivotal to elevating our company, services and culture. This award is a true testament to the Jet Linx team members who embody our core values of selflessness, dedication, enthusiasm, integrity, and compassion, and have made this milestone achievement possible."
Throughout the past decade, Jet Linx has been recognized by the Best of B2B awards as best in category for its steadfast commitment to delivering local service and safety in Omaha. As the only operator in Omaha to offer the services of a national organization through local Base locations and private terminals, Jet Linx is able to provide a unique and personalized solution for private jet travel. Across its 21 locations in the United States, Jet Linx offers a guaranteed Jet Card, Joint Ownership, and Aircraft Management programs to provide clients with personalized, Five-Star service and a local solution to all of their private jet travel needs. Omaha-area clients can look forward to the opening of the locations all-new, executive private terminal at Eppley Airfield in early 2023 – a facility designed to be a flagship space for the Company.
B2B Omaha is Omaha's premier business publication known for their coverage of groundbreaking and successful businesses. The semi-monthly magazine features profiles of local corporations, businesses, and business owners, as well as the latest in travel, entertainment, web-based business, education, technology, corporate wellness, and marketing unique to the Omaha-area.
The Best of B2B winners are celebrated in the Spring 2022 issue of the B2B Magazine, which can be found on the B2B Omaha Magazine website. To find more information about Jet Linx and what makes them a stand-out business, visit www.jetlinx.com.
Jet Linx Aviation is a locally-focused private jet company founded in Omaha, NE in 1999 as a more personalized approach to national private jet companies. Jet Linx offers three different ways to experience private aviation — a guaranteed Jet Card, Joint Ownership, and Aircraft Management program — providing its clients with an all-encompassing, local solution to all of their private jet travel needs. Jet Linx is an IS-BAO Stage 3, ARGUS Platinum Elite and Wyvern Wingman safety rated operator, an accomplishment earned by less than one percent of all aircraft operators in the world. In 2019, Jet Linx became the only Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star trained and accredited private aviation company in the world. In addition to establishing the independent global rating system's preeminent and unparalleled service standards for the in-flight experience, Jet Linx also collaborated with Forbes Travel Guide to develop their own customized, proprietary Jet Linx standards of service excellence. Jet Linx is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska and has Base locations in Atlanta, Austin, Boca Raton, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Ft. Worth, Houston, Indianapolis, Miami, Minneapolis, Nashville, New York, Omaha, San Antonio, Scottsdale, St. Louis, Tulsa and Washington D.C. For additional information, please visit the Jet Linx website (www.jetlinx.com).
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Narcotics search warrant leads to arrest of three Topekans
Published: Aug. 31, 2022 at 7:42 PM CDT|Updated: 12 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A search warrant led to the arrest of three Topekans Wednesday afternoon.
Members of the Topeka Department Narcotics Unit and the Shawnee County Drug Task Force served a warrant in the 2700 block of SE Jefferson St. related to an ongoing investigation. Officers located cocaine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia at the scene.
As a result of the investigation, James Booker Sr., 61, Larry Hines, 71, and Dezaray West, 24, all of Topeka were transported to the Shawnee County Department of Corrections for the following charges:
James Booker Sr.:
- Possession of Cocaine
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Possession of marijuana
Larry Hines:
- Possession of cocaine
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
Dezaray West:
- Possession of cocaine
- Possession of marijuana
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AUSTIN (KXAN) — Get ready to vote for Texas in America’s newest music competition.
“American Song Contest” debuted March 21 on NBC. The show features live performances from artists hailing from all 50 states, five major U.S. territories and Washington D.C. You can think of it like “Eurovision.” Artists compete in three rounds: qualifying, semifinals and grand finale. The winner gets bragging rights for Best Original Song.
Who’s the judge?
The solo, duo and group acts will battle it out, trying to win America’s vote for best original song. A jury made of 56 music experts from each state and territory will also help judge each performance. The eight-week contest is hosted by Texas’ own Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg.
Who will represent Texas?
Representing Texas is Grant Knoche. The 19-year-old is from Frisco, a city north of Dallas. At 11 years old, he taught himself to write and produce in his childhood bedroom. Knoche’s synth-driven, deep bass and intimate pop songs have all been written and produced by him.
“When people stereotypically think of Texas, they think country [music] and I’m able to show diversity and there’s more to Texas,” Knoche told NBC. He said his sound is influenced by artists like Billie Eilish, Adele and Labrinth.
Knoche was drawn to the contest because it’s different than other shows. “It’s about the song, which I think in other shows, it’s not just about the song,” Knoche said. During Monday’s episode, he’ll perform an upbeat song called “Mr. Independent,” inspiring people to make their dreams come true.
Knoche said in addition to showing the country his talent, he’s also excited to represent the Lone Star State.
How to vote?
You can watch “American Song Contest” Monday’s on KXAN, the NBC app or stream the show on Peacock. You can also catch your vote on nbc.com/ascvote, the NBC app, or TikTok. You can vote up to 10 times per voting method. Voting for the qualifiers will open Monday and will close Wednesday morning. | https://cw33.com/news/texas/who-is-representing-texas-on-american-song-contest/ | 2022-04-01T18:19:06Z |
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Panorama Mortgage Group (PMG), a multi-brand national mortgage company headquartered in Nevada, announced today that Lone Peak Lending has joined the PMG family and Donovan Stamps will lead the company as president.
Lone Peak Lending is a full-service lender that is focused on expanding homeownership opportunities in the state of Texas and will be leveraging PMG's innovative mortgage platform to accomplish that goal.
"Lone Peak Lending is the perfect fit for our growing PMG brand family in that it shares our commitment to customer service excellence and transparent communications with consumers throughout the loan process," said Sarah Gonzalez, PMG President, and COO. "We're excited to welcome Donovan and his team and work with them throughout the onboarding process and beyond."
A 27-year industry veteran, Stamps is a proven performer in the Mortgage Banking sector with combined lending and servicing management experience and a consistent record for exceeding established business objectives in a highly competitive environment. Throughout his career, Stamps has held several leadership roles where he positioned companies for growth through optimal results in productivity and operational excellence.
"The most attractive thing about becoming part of PMG is having the resources to build a world-class, customer-centric organization the right way – one that is centered around partnering with Realtors® and consumers," said Stamps. "We are well positioned to educate consumers about the loan process and help them overcome whatever challenges that may arise. Broadening homeownership opportunities and serving our customers well is what we're all about."
To support its long-term strategy, the company will leverage PMG's comprehensive platforms including human resources, finance, technology, legal and compliance services – to make Lone Peak Lending one of several prominent mortgage companies under the PMG umbrella of recognized brands.
Panorama Mortgage Group (PMG) is a multi-brand national mortgage company that began in 2007. PMG originated from Alterra Home Loans, whose mission is to increase family wealth through homeownership for first-time Hispanic homebuyers. Having grown to over $1.3B in annual originations, Alterra was voted by Mortgage Tech Magazine as one of the top tech-savvy companies and recognized by the Hispanic Business magazine as one of the fastest-growing Hispanic businesses. In 2019, PMG grew its mission-driven focus by adding two new brands: Legacy Home Loans, which focuses on increasing the extremely low black homeownership rate in America, and Inspiro Financial, a joint venture between PMG and one of the country's largest real estate firms. In 2022, the company added Prosperity Capital Mortgage and Vision Mortgage Group to its group of brands. Its core platform is to partner with exceptional mortgage leaders and grow brands that are both strategically focused and mission driven.
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Modern, flexible solution will help firm gain greater insight into resources and projects and provide strategic platform for growth
DULLES, Va., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Unanet, the leading provider of project-based ERP and CRM for the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, today announced that Eichleay, Inc., a 5th generation family-owned engineering and design firm, has switched from a legacy platform that it had used for more than 20 years to Unanet's ERP and CRM solutions. Eichleay has already begun implementation of the combined solutions and expects that Unanet will enable them to manage resource forecasting in ways the firm hasn't been able to previously.
After decades of relying on the same legacy ERP, as well as a proprietary project management system that was developed in-house, Eichleay's leadership team wanted to see if a better alternative might exist in the marketplace. Key personnel in Eichleay's corporate finance, project management, project controls, and project accounting teams developed a comprehensive RFP which was then followed by a rigorous evaluation process to search for a solution that would not only meet current needs, but also keep pace with growth and allow for continued evolution. That search led to a unanimous selection of Unanet for its well-engineered functionality, customized reporting, and ability to provide deep insights across the enterprise.
"We value long-term partnerships and took a thoughtful and deliberate approach to finding a new solution that we could grow with for several decades," said George Eichleay, Jr., CEO of Eichleay. "We were impressed by Unanet's personal commitment from their leadership team to assist in our transition, and we continue to be impressed by the team's customer service and responsiveness. They are committed to our success."
The origins of Eichleay's business date back to 1875 when John Eichleay, Jr. pioneered technology and techniques for moving large structures. That knowhow was then applied to ever larger and more noteworthy projects, such as the Hoover Dam and the Manhattan Project. Today Eichleay remains a forward-thinking firm committed to providing professional technical services that serve the complex needs of an ever-changing world. Longevity is one of the key values that drives the company's strategic business decisions. This value motivated Eichleay to look at Unanet as a solution that can elevate their internal operations and processes to the next level.
"As we evolve, we need a solution like Unanet that can dissect all of our diverse projects in different business units and roll that information up into useful and easily digestible snapshots that our leaders can use to make critical business decisions," continued Eichleay.
More than 1,850 architecture, engineering and construction companies like Eichleay select Unanet ERP and CRM because they have the right mix of functionality and accessibility, while also offering the ability to scale and grow seamlessly. To learn more about Unanet CRM and ERP AE please visit https://unanet.com/crm-aec and https://unanet.com/erp-for-a-e/erp-for-a-e-overview/.
Unanet is a leading provider of project-based ERP and CRM solutions purpose-built for Government Contractors, architecture, engineering, construction, and professional services. More than 3,700 project-driven organizations depend on Unanet to turn their information into actionable insights, drive better decision-making, and accelerate business growth. All backed by a people-centered team invested in the success of your projects, people, and financials. For more information, visit www.unanet.com.
Eichleay is one of the oldest project delivery organizations in the U.S. with roots tracing back nearly 150 years. The company offers architectural, multi-discipline engineering and design, project and program management, procurement, construction management, and client staffing services to a diverse range of world-class clients in the industrial process and manufacturing sectors. For more information, visit www.eichleay.com
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Services for Tina Marie Francis, 56, of Killeen will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.
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Services for Tina Marie Francis, 56, of Killeen will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple.
Ms. Francis died Tuesday, Sept. 6, at her residence.
She was born Sept. 4, 1966, at Fort Hood to Paul and Alice Francis. She graduated from high school in Copperas Cove. She retired in 2016 as a lieutenant after 18 years as a corrections officer at Smith State Prison in Midway, Ga.
Survivors include a son, Frank Ryan Maciel; a daughter, Paige Ybarra, her mother; and five grandchildren. | https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_42b757c0-3259-11ed-b210-7f76f8883f4d.html | 2022-09-12T08:59:09Z |
Sara Sabry is Selected as Space For Humanity's Second Citizen Astronaut to Experience the Overview Effect
DENVER, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Space For Humanity (S4H), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, announced its selection committee has chosen Sara Sabry to become the organization's second sponsored Citizen Astronaut. Sara will become the first Egyptian to fly to space when she flies aboard Blue Origin's NS-22 flight.
Sara, 29, is an Egyptian mechanical and biomedical engineer and founder of Deep Space Initiative (DSI), a nonprofit which aims to increase accessibility for space research. Sara became Egypt's first female analog astronaut in 2021, when she was selected to complete a two week analog Moon mission, which simulated the extreme conditions astronauts experience in Space. She will join five other crew members including Coby Cotton, Mario Ferreira, Vanessa O'Brien, Clint Kelly III, and Steve Young aboard New Shepard to experience the cognitive shift of the Overview Effect and incorporate that new found perspective into a social impact project with the support of S4H's Citizen Astronaut Program (CAP).
"When we dare to dream big, we achieve things deemed impossible, we break boundaries, write history, and set new challenges for the future," said Sabry. "I am incredibly excited that Space For Humanity has offered me this opportunity and I am honored to be representing Egypt in Space for the first time. My ancestors have always dreamt big and achieved the impossible, and I hope to bring that back. This is just the beginning."
Sara earned her bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with a minor in biology, chemistry, and pre-med at the American University in Cairo, going on to earn a master's in biomedical engineering from the Politecnico di Milano. She is now pursuing a PhD in aerospace sciences with a focus on space suit design. Fluent in Arabic, French, and English, Sara grew up in Cairo and currently resides in Berlin. She shared that kids in the Western world grew up watching rocket launches, but children in the Arab world were mostly unaware of these exploits, which is why she is co-founding the Space Ambassadorship Program with the Egyptian Space Agency, to shed light on the important research opportunities and potential to benefit life on Earth.
"Many Egyptians have lost hope in our future and my hope is that by going to space, I can contribute to changing that; to bring hope to people, and to make them proud of where they come from," added Sabry. "I believe that sharing my experience with the world will motivate the younger generation of Egyptians to pursue education and help change the perception of women, showing the world what we are truly capable of."
Sara is the second beneficiary of S4H's Citizen Astronaut Program, which sponsors exceptional candidates to experience the Overview Effect and then employ that new perspective to solve some of humanity's most difficult challenges.
S4H has partnered with Paragon, a strategic advisory group focused on conscious leadership development programs that shift perspective, to design and implement the first-ever training program built specifically for the Overview Effect. Citizen Astronauts participate in training modules designed to optimize their ability to navigate the Overview Effect experience, fully integrate that experience, and equip them to live and lead from an Overview Perspective.
"In order to address the challenges that we face on a global scale, we need to look at the Earth as the complex, interconnected system that it is," said Rachel Lyons, Executive Director of Space For Humanity. "One of the most powerful ways to generate that perspective is through the Overview Effect and viewing our planet from afar. We believe space is a tool for transformation, so we're dedicated to giving as many people access to this experience as possible. Congratulations to Sara on being selected for this life-changing adventure, we know she will be an incredible ambassador for our mission and look forward to seeing how she uses this opportunity to change the world."
S4H sent its first citizen astronaut, Katya Echazarreta, to Space aboard NS-21 on June 4, 2022. Katya is completing the third and final Application phase of the Citizen Astronaut Program, designing a "Life and Leadership Agreement" that outlines how she will continue to integrate and apply the value of the Overview Effect to her leadership role and humanitarian initiatives.
Space for Humanity is expanding access to space for all of humanity. The nonprofit created the planet's first Sponsored Citizen Astronaut Program, giving leaders, from any walk of life, the opportunity to apply to go to space and experience the Overview Effect: the cognitive shift in awareness that occurs when a human being looks down on the Earth from space.
Through its citizen spaceflight program, leadership training, and collaborative efforts to educate the public, Space for Humanity is setting the stage to create the world we want, both here on Earth and throughout the cosmos. For more information, please visit www.spaceforhumanity.org
Sarah Nickell
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Paragon Performance Evolution is a leadership & high-performance resource that combines the best of modern science, innovative technology and human behavior with timeless wisdom. They empower the world's elite performers to access and evolve their highest potential in all spheres of life. Paragon develops and implements customized programs for organizations and their people that create measurable change, allowing for greater productivity, inspired purpose, disciplined focus, and authentic communication.
Clients partner with Paragon to fuel positive shifts in humanity, greater impact in the world and meaningful systemic change and include Fortune 500 corporations, Tier 1 Military, law enforcement, Olympic and professional athletes and the YPO community. For more information, please visit www.performanceparagon.com.
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Topeka Lutheran students take steps to raise money for school, education
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Students took steps to raise money for their school and education.
Students from the Topeka Lutheran School walked in 30-minute increments Friday, April 8, to raise money for campus improvements and school scholarships. The money raised will go to the school’s TLS Foundation to create more opportunities for the children.
Andrea Kosmicki, a 3rd-grade teacher for the Topeka Lutheran School, said this year was the walk-a-thon’s second year.
“It’s a really exciting event for the kids,” said Kosmicki. “We started this last year, and everybody had such a great time.”
The students even got some jewelry each time they finished a lap.
“Part of what gets them excited is that every time they go around, they get a silly band on their arm,” said Kosmicki. So, that is how we keep track of how many laps they have done and then they get to keep all the silly bands when they are finished.”
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Demand for cross-border money transfers drives growth to over 500,000 customers
MIAMI, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Paysend, the global FinTech with 7 million customers, today announced that it has grown its customer base in the U.S. by an impressive 66% in the past 12 months, to over 500,000. This growth has been driven by recent expansions of Paysend's cross-border money transfer service in the U.S. and Latin America through multiple partnerships, including Visa Direct, Mastercard Send®, Central Payments and MOVii.
Jairo Riveros, Chief Strategy Officer and Managing Director of North America and LATAM at Paysend said, "Latin American nations and the Caribbean have seen record remittance flows in the past year, rising over 25% according to the World Bank. As more and more people in the U.S. and Latin America require services to help them send funds, Paysend has continued to expand its cross-border transfer services to include bank accounts in Latin America and help customers stay connected and transfer money to their friends and family."
In May 2021, Paysend closed a $125 million Series B investment round, which enabled the company to expand its global footprint and advance product innovation, enabling Paysend to further accelerate its growth trajectory. Since then, Paysend has partnered with services including Visa Direct, Mastercard Send and MOVii, a leading mobile wallet service in Colombia, expanding Paysend's cross-border money transfer services for its US customers, particularly in Latin America.
In the past 12 months Paysend's U.S. operation has reached a number of milestones:
- Appointed Jairo Riveros as Managing Director of the US and LatAm as an effort to grow Paysend's footprint in the Americas.
- Partnered with Visa Direct to enable Paysend's U.S. customers to send funds to eligible Visa cards in 107 countries and territories.
- Expanded its partnership with Mastercard Send allowing US customers to send funds directly to eligible Mastercard cards internationally including to Mexico, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Honduras, El Salvador and Colombia.
- Joined forces with MOVii, a leading mobile wallet service in Colombia, to expand Paysend's cross-border money transfer services for its US customers, particularly in Latin America.
- Expanded money transfer services to LatAm bank accounts in Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil, Chile and Argentina, also including transfers to mobile wallets in Brazil, Chile and Argentina.
Riveros continued: "Our growth in the past year has been impactful not only for us, but for our international customer base. Through Paysend's partnership advancements within the U.S. market and Latin America, we've moved closer to increasing financial inclusion for the two billion unbanked and underbanked people around the world."
In April 2022, Paysend opened its Americas headquarters in Miami. The international payment provider's move embraces Miami's reputation as America's new FinTech capital, with a growing community of venture capital and FinTech startup firms flocking to the area to take advantage of proximity to Latin American markets as well as an influx of top entrepreneurial and technology talent.
Looking ahead in 2022, Paysend will further its expansion into the international payments space with an upcoming launch of its international ACH transaction services enabled through partnership with Central Payments and their Open*CP Fintech API Marketplace, one of the only true banking-as-a-service payments platforms powered by a full-scale digital payments bank, request to pay options and card issuing opportunities for users in select countries.
To learn more about Paysend or to download the Paysend app from the App Store or Google Play, visit www.paysend.com.
ABOUT PAYSEND
Paysend is a next generation integrated global payment ecosystem, enabling consumers and businesses to pay and send money online anywhere, anyhow and in any currency. Paysend is UK-based and has global reach having been created in April 2017 with the clear mission to change how money is moved around the world. Paysend currently supports cross-network operability globally across Mastercard, Visa, China UnionPay and local ACH and payment schemes, providing over 40 payment methods for online SMEs.
Paysend can send money to over 150 countries worldwide and has attracted nearly 7 million consumers to its platform. As a global end-to-end payment platform, Paysend has its own global network of banks and international and local payment systems and has partnerships with the major international card networks Visa, Mastercard and China Union Pay as a principal member and certified processor.
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Veteran Finance Executive Will Continue to Lead and Implement Allen Media Group's Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Finance Initiatives
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Byron Allen's Allen Media Group (AMG) proudly announces the elevation of Christopher Malone to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Malone was initially brought to AMG in June as Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate Development, and will now assume the Chief Financial Officer title -- a position recently held on an interim basis by Bill Higgs, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of AMG's Weather Group division. A sixteen-year veteran executive with the company, Higgs will continue as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of AMG's Weather Group. In his newly-elevated position, Malone will continue to help lead AMG senior management in M&A efforts and other corporate strategic initiatives encompassing capital markets, private equity, and credit. Malone will remain based at the AMG headquarters in Los Angeles.
Malone played an integral role in financing notable AMG transactions over the past five years, including the AMG acquisition of The Weather Channel in 2018, and the approximate $1 billion investment by AMG to acquire 27 ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX broadcast network-affiliated television stations nationwide. Malone came to AMG from his recent position as a Principal with Stellex Capital Management. Prior to that, Malone was a Director at Brightwood Capital and previously held Investment Analyst, Private Equity, and Investment Banking positions at RLJ Equity Partners, William Blair, and Credit Suisse. Malone earned a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from Hampton University and earned a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School.
"I am very excited to elevate Chris Malone within the Allen Media Group family to Chief Financial Officer, where Chris will be valuable in helping to lead our M&A efforts and other strategic financial initiatives," said Byron Allen, Founder/Chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group. "Chris plays a vital role in helping Allen Media Group continue its trajectory of growth and execute on the large number of acquisition opportunities in front of us."
"It has been exciting to see the strong growth of Allen Media Group over the past five years and it is even more exciting to join at such a dynamic time for the company," said Chris Malone, Chief Financial Officer. "The industry is experiencing rapid transformation as well as increased consolidation and Allen Media Group is well-positioned to capitalize on this changing paradigm given its strong and differentiated position. I look forward to continue working with the Allen Media Group team to execute on the short-term and long-term acquisition targets."
About Allen Media Group / Entertainment Studios
Chairman and CEO Byron Allen founded Allen Media Group/Entertainment Studios in 1993. Headquartered in Los Angeles, it has offices in New York, Chicago, Atlanta, and Charleston, SC. Allen Media Group owns 27 ABC-NBC-CBS-FOX network affiliate broadcast television stations in 21 U.S. markets and twelve 24-hour HD television networks serving nearly 220 million subscribers: THE WEATHER CHANNEL, THE WEATHER CHANNEL EN ESPAÑOL, PETS.TV, COMEDY.TV, RECIPE.TV, CARS.TV, ES.TV, MYDESTINATION.TV, JUSTICE CENTRAL.TV, THEGRIO, THIS TV, and PATTRN. Allen Media Group also owns the streaming platforms HBCU GO, SPORTS.TV, THE GRIO STREAMING APP, THE WEATHER CHANNEL STREAMING APP and LOCAL NOW--the free-streaming AVOD service powered by THE WEATHER CHANNEL and content partners, which delivers real-time, hyper-local news, weather, traffic, sports, and lifestyle information. Allen Media Group also produces, distributes, and sells advertising for 68 television programs, making it one of the largest independent producers/distributors of first-run syndicated television programming for broadcast television stations. Allen Media Group International Television continues to extend its corporate branding and content around the globe. It currently has active license agreements and programming in South Africa, The United Arab Emirates, Australia, The Bahamas, Canada and New Zealand. With a library of over 5,000 hours of owned content across multiple genres, Allen Media Group provides video content to broadcast television stations, cable television networks, mobile devices, and multimedia digital. Our mission is to provide excellent programming to our viewers, online users, and Fortune 500 advertising partners.
Entertainment Studios Motion Pictures is a full-service, theatrical motion picture distribution company specializing in wide release commercial content. ESMP released 2017's highest-grossing independent movie, the shark thriller 47 METERS DOWN, which grossed over $44.3 million. In 2018, ESMP also released the critically-acclaimed and commercially successful Western HOSTILES, the historic mystery-thriller CHAPPAQUIDDICK and the sequel to 47 METERS DOWN, 47 METERS DOWN: UNCAGED. The digital distribution unit of Entertainment Studios Motion Pictures, Freestyle Digital Media, is a premiere multi-platform distributor with direct partnerships across all major cable, digital and streaming platforms. Capitalizing on a robust infrastructure, proven track record and a veteran sales team, Freestyle Digital Media is a true home for independent films.
In 2016, Allen Media Group purchased The Grio, a highly-rated digital video-centric news community platform devoted to providing African-Americans with compelling stories and perspectives currently underrepresented in existing national news outlets. The Grio features aggregated and original video packages, news articles and opinion pieces on topics that include breaking news, politics, health, business and entertainment. Originally launched in 2009, the platform was then purchased by NBC News in 2010. The digital platform remains focused on curating exciting digital content and currently has more than 100 million annual visitors.
For more information, visit:
www.entertainmentstudios.com
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TOKYO, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Astellas Pharma Inc. (TSE: 4503, President and CEO: Kenji Yasukawa, Ph.D., "Astellas") today announced the following changes to its management structure effective October 1, 2022.
1. Top Management
- Appointment of new CMO
Dr. Tadaaki Taniguchi, MD, Ph.D, will be appointed to the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) as of October 1, 2022. He joined Astellas as Executive Advisor on July 1, 2022. He is an internationally trained surgeon in the field of oncology with extensive industry experience in developing and commercializing innovative medicines as a senior leader in major global pharmaceutical companies. He will be based in the US.
Bernhardt Zeiher, M.D., the current CMO, will retire on September 30, 2022.
- Renaming of CAO & CECO to CPO & CECO and Appointment of CPO & CECO
As of Ocober 1, 2022, the name of Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer (CAO & CECO) will be renamed to the Chief People Officer and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer (CPO & CECO). With the growing focus on human capital in corporate management, the change signifies this position's leadership role in transforming human resources and the organization as a whole. Katsuyoshi Sugita will be appointed to CPO & CECO as of October 1, 2022. He has held senior HR leadership positions in the pharmaceutical and technology industries and joined Astellas as Head of Human Resources in May 2021.
Since joining Astellas, Mr. Sugita has leveraged his extensive experience and expertise in the area of Human Resources to promote innovation and the active participation of human resources toward the realization of the Organizational Health Goals set forth in "Corporate Strategic Plan 2021".
Fumiaki Sakurai, the current CAO & CECO, will retire on September 30, 2022.
"I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Mr. Sakurai and Dr. Zeiher for their tremendous contribution to Astellas," said Kenji Yasukawa, President and CEO, Astellas. He added, "I expect Dr. Taniguchi to focus on accelerating the clinical application of science, enriching our clinical portfolios and delivering VALUE to patients. I am also confident that Mr. Sugita will promote the realization of Organizational Health Goals by leveraging his extensive career in the area of HR. United under this new leadership, Astellas is aimimg for achieving the goals set forth in Corporate Strategic Plan 2021."
TOP Management (Effective October 1, 2022)
2.Change in the responsibility of Corporate Officer (Effective October 1, 2022)
Tadaaki Taniguchi
New: Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
Current: Executive Adviser
Katsuyoshi Sugita
New: Chief People Officer(CPO) and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer (CECO)
Current: Division Head of Human Resources
3. Resignation of Corporate Officer (Effective September 30, 2022)
Fumiaki Sakurai,Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer (CECO)
Bernhardt Zeiher, Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
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About Astellas
Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world. We are promoting the Focus Area Approach that is designed to identify opportunities for the continuous creation of new drugs to address diseases with high unmet medical needs by focusing on Biology and Modality. Furthermore, we are also looking beyond our foundational Rx focus to create Rx+® healthcare solutions that combine our expertise and knowledge with cutting-edge technology in different fields of external partners. Through these efforts, Astellas stands on the forefront of healthcare change to turn innovative science into value for patients. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.astellas.com/en.
Cautionary Notes
In this press release, statements made with respect to current plans, estimates, strategies and beliefs and other statements that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements about the future performance of Astellas. These statements are based on management's current assumptions and beliefs in light of the information currently available to it and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to: (i) changes in general economic conditions and in laws and regulations, relating to pharmaceutical markets, (ii) currency exchange rate fluctuations, (iii) delays in new product launches, (iv) the inability of Astellas to market existing and new products effectively, (v) the inability of Astellas to continue to effectively research and develop products accepted by customers in highly competitive markets, and (vi) infringements of Astellas' intellectual property rights by third parties.
Information about pharmaceutical products (including products currently in development) which is included in this press release is not intended to constitute an advertisement or medical advice.
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CAUGHT ON CAM: Deputies cut shark free from crab trap
Published: Aug. 8, 2022 at 12:25 PM CDT|Updated: 57 minutes ago
TAMPA BAY, Fla. (CNN) – Deputies in Florida risked their own safety Friday to help preserve sea life in Tampa Bay.
The Pinellas County deputies freed a 6-foot long shark that had gotten caught in a crab trap.
Someone had flagged down the marine patrol officers to report the issue.
A video showing the deputies working to free the shark hooked on the trap’s buoy was posted to the sheriff’s office Twitter feed.
They tried hard to remove the hook but couldn’t, so they cut it down as far as possible to free the shark.
The deputies had spent time earlier in the week rescuing sea turtles.
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NEW YORK, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Natura &Co group, composed of the brands Natura, Avon, The Body Shop and Aesop, potentiated its digital strategy by developing a new e-commerce experience on the websites of the four brands. The initiative was supported by Compass UOL, a global digital transformation company. Now, consumers can browse lighter websites, with up to ten times faster loading, even when experiencing slower connections and from less powerful devices.
The new website interface was designed to facilitate access for customers, consultants and representatives to the product catalog, and mix offers and content in a balanced way, delivering information and shopping recommendations in a more intuitive and fluid way.
From now on, the four brands will be able to replicate features developed in Brazil to other countries. In addition to this, they can launch a new e-commerce site in less time.
Cutting edge technology
Using the AWS cloud and the Salesforce's e-commerce engine, Compass UOL restructured the architecture and the front end that supports the e-commerce platforms of the four group brands in Latin America, creating a unique code based on React and SPA technologies. The release was based on concepts of clean code, modular architecture, and decoupled software, and using the Lean project management methodology to guarantee the agility of the execution.
The new modular structure allows the inclusion of new features more quickly, which can be replicated to any country. The project was conceived in a mobile-first concept, prioritizing access via smartphones, matching Brazilian reality.
Internationalization and results
The reformulation was one of the initiatives that contributed to increase the number of pages visited in 218% and reduce 40% in the rejection rate during navigation.
"Natura &Co has as a premise to offer the best to its customers, with sustainability and innovation. Compass is in line with this purpose, aware of our context, and it has great ease in assimilating what needs to be solved", commented Rodolpho Freire, Digital Product Engineering Manager at Natura &Co Latin America.
The implementation is already completed for all Latin America.
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GUIYANG, China, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report by Huanqiu.com:
In recent years, Guiyang city, capital city of China's Guizhou province, has taken the advantage of the development in big data, seized the opportunity on implementing digital strategy to boost the transformation and upgrading of its industry.
From traditional to intelligent manufacturing
Hi-tech companies are making breakthroughs, and traditional industries are also undergoing transformation and upgrading. The integration of digital technologies, such as big data, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and 5G technology with traditional industries, has accelerated, which has effectively promoted the traditional industries.
As a state-owned enterprise with more than 50 years in Guiyang, the production workshop of Guiyang Yongqing Instruments & Electronics Science & Technology Co., Ltd. is very different from the past.
"In the past, our production was traditional, and the production capacity was limited. In recent years, the company has implemented the transformation of intelligent manufacturing digital factories, which has greatly improved production capacity, production efficiency,and yield."said Zhou Nan, assistant of general manager of Guiyang Yongqing Instruments & Electronics Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
In recent years, Guiyang has accelerated its development on the road of high-quality development, accelerated the transformation of new and old kinetic energy, and built intelligent factories that have become one of the practices of Guiyang's development of the big data industry.
Yang Jin, factory manager of Guiyang Zhenxin Technology Co, intelligent, said the factory can produce 40,000 high-quality integrated circuit boards per day. In 2021, the company's total production value is more than 170 million yuan and the products were sold to South Korea, Japan, Europe, the United States and Southeast Asia.
With the help of the government, Guiyang put emphasis on integrating the development of big data with the real economy, injects new impetus into the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries with big data.
Guiyang's digital industry continues to grow. Three 100-billion-level industrial clusters of data center aggregation and a number of big data leading enterprises have accelerated to form new industries.
Guiyang's information technology service industry cluster has been approved as the first batch of national strategic emerging industry clusters, and a number of local enterprises continue to grow. Platform economy and sharing economy continue to grow rapidly, initially forming five billion-level industrial demonstration area along the Big Data Road.
Data show that the added value of Guiyang's digital economy has reached 164.9 billion yuan in 2020, a year-on-year increase of 10.8%, accounting for 38.2% of GDP, and has become a new engine driving the city's economic development.
Innovation drives industrial upgrading and development
The transformation of enterprises is just a microcosm of the intelligent manufacturing enabled by big data in Guiyang.
As the core area of China's first national-level big data pilot area, Guiyang began to promote the layout of the industrial Internet in 2016, steadily implemented the industrial Internet development strategy, and realized the high-quality development of industrial intelligence.
Data showed that a total of 251 projects have been included in Guiyang's integration of big data and industry, and 30 smart manufacturing projects with a total investment of 1.85 billion yuan were promoted up to now.
In the future, Guiyang is expected to give full play to its new electronics components industry and develop the intelligent terminal industry's growing market competitiveness. By 2025, the annual output value of the city's electronics information manufacturing industry is expected to hit 100 billion yuan.
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About a dozen people showed up for an unplugged game event Sunday afternoon in the McLane Room at Temple Public Library.
David Craig, the library’s circulation supervisor, said this was the second such event since re-starting after the coronavirus pandemic. The game day is back on for the second Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m.
The last session before COVID-19 shut it down, about 40 people attended, Craig said.
Craig was helping Carl Ward and Ara Youk set up a game of Dominion, a deck-building game.
“As you play, you buy other cards,” he said. “The time can vary from 45 minutes to an hour and a half.”
As Bell County grows, it is getting a lot more young people, he said. “I think the gamer culture is growing.”
Yauk said these games are more socially interactive than video games.
“It’s something I do with some of my best friends,” he said. “It has always knotted us together. Now I’ve passed this on to my wife and children. I like games that are challenges. It’s much more strategically minded than just shooting things.”
Ward said he’s been coming to the library’s unplugged game day for about five years.
“I like card games,” he said. “You need to be pretty awake for them.”
At another table, Yauk’s wife, Miriam, and their daughter, Aria, played Scrabble. Aria, who is pursuing a vocal performance degree at Texas A&M University-Central Texas, said they had “kind of been going back and forth.” Their words were pretty normal, she said, except she used the word “shoo.”
“I put ‘grave,’” her mom said. “I’m feeling morbid today.”
Mom checked the score and said she was ahead 113-95.
“Which is surprising, because she has all this big vocabulary,” Miriam said.
A friend of theirs, Standela Seidel, said it was her first time to the event.
“I can’t spell,” she said, “which is awkward, because I’m an author. I’ve written three romance novels.”
Dealing with paranormal characters and time travel, her books are with Amazon under Lady Alchemy, she said.
“That’s my night job,” she said.
She’s a manager in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple.
Archana Nangrani of Belton brought her daughter, Naila, 6. They come to the library regularly, and just heard about the games while they were downstairs, she said.
“I don’t want her to watch much TV, so she reads books,” she said. “We come to the library almost every week.”
Naila’s favorite books right now are about Peppa Pig, a cartoon character.
“She reads anything that is grade three level,” her mother said. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_5d152d10-eacc-11ec-ab3a-c787435a07f8.html | 2022-06-13T06:09:42Z |
They Might Be Giants singer-guitarist injured in NYC crash
NEW YORK (AP) — They Might Be Giants singer-guitarist John Flansburgh was seriously injured in a car crash this week while being driven home from the alternative rock band’s first gig on a pandemic-delayed tour, prompting the postponement of shows at least until late August.
Meanwhile, the driver of the car that police said instigated the wreck was awaiting arraignment Friday after being arrested on drunken driving and other charges.
The collision happened early Thursday in Manhattan’s East Harlem neighborhood.
Writing from a hospital bed, Flansburgh told fans he was taking a car service home from Wednesday’s show at Manhattan’s Bowery Ballroom when the car was T-boned, flipped onto its side, and started smelling of motor oil and smoke.
According to police, the driver who was arrested ran a red light, jumped a curb and plowed into the gate of a housing complex, hitting two cars along the way.
It’s not immediately clear whether the 26-year-old driver has an attorney who can comment on the charges, and no telephone number could immediately be found for his Bronx home.
Everyone in all three cars were taken to hospitals, police said. Flansburgh, 62, wrote that he suffered seven broken ribs, some of them fractured in multiple places.
Formed in the early 1980s by Flansburgh and John Linnell, They Might Be Giants rose to fame with clever, catchy songs and a not-afraid-to-be-geeky persona. Known for tunes including “Birdhouse in Your Soul,” “Boss of Me” and a version of the quirky 1953 tune “Istanbul (Not Constantinople),” the duo went platinum with the 1990 album “Flood.” The new tour is a belated celebration of the disc’s 30th anniversary.
“It was so wonderful to finally be back up on stage and playing for all of you again,” Lindell wrote to fans in a message announcing that the remaining June dates are postponed. The band hopes to resume the tour Aug. 30 in Asbury Park, New Jersey, he said.
Flansburgh wrote that even as he sat in a CT scanner shortly after the accident, he was thinking about how to get back on the road.
“Someday we will rock again — and for me, that day couldn’t come soon enough,” he wrote. But for now, “I will be watching reruns of ‘Sex in the City’ until I am strong enough to reach the remote.
“Wish me luck,” he added. “I’m going to need it.”
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Associated Press writer Michael Hill contributed from Albany, New York.
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Ada-Durant prepare for Friday showdown
Published: Sep. 14, 2022 at 11:13 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
ADA, Okla. (KXII) - The Ada Cougars will host the Durant Lions for a Friday night showdown.
The Cougars are coming into the game with a 1-1 record after an opening night win against Ardmore and a loss to McAleaster.
Durant will be looking for their first win after an 0-2 start.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added an astonishing 528,000 jobs last month despite flashing warning signs of an economic downturn, easing fears of a recession and handing President Joe Biden some good news heading into the midterm elections.
Unemployment dropped another notch, from 3.6% to 3.5%, matching the more than 50-year low reached just before the pandemic took hold.
The economy has now recovered all 22 million jobs lost in March and April 2020 when COVID-19 slammed the U.S.
The red-hot numbers reported Friday by the Labor Department are certain to intensify the debate over whether the U.S. is in a recession.
“Recession — what recession?’’ wrote Brian Coulton, chief economist at Fitch Ratings. “The U.S. economy is creating new jobs at an annual rate of 6 million — that’s three times faster than what we normally see historically in a good year.”
Economists had expected only 250,000 new jobs last month, in a drop-off from June’s revised 398,000. Instead, July proved to be the best month since February.
The strong figures are welcome news for the Biden administration and the Democrats at a time when many voters are worried about the economy.
Inflation is raging at its highest level in more than 40 years, and the economy has contracted for two quarters in a row, which is the common — but informal — definition of a recession and does not take into account a host of other factors economists consider, such as the job picture.
At the White House, Biden credited the job growth to his policies, even as he acknowledged the pain being inflicted by inflation. He emphasized the addition of 642,000 manufacturing jobs during his watch.
“Instead of workers begging employers for work, we’re seeing employers have to compete for American workers,” the president said.
Biden has boosted job growth through his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package and $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure law last year. Republican lawmakers and some leading economists, however, say the administration’s spending has contributed to high inflation.
The president has received some other good economic news in recent weeks, as gasoline prices have steadily fallen after averaging slightly more than $5 a gallon in June.
On Wall Street, stocks dropped after the employment report came out. While a strong job market is a good thing, it also makes it more likely that the Federal Reserve will continue raising interest rates to cool the economy.
“The strength of the labor market in the face of … rate-tightening from the Fed already this year clearly shows that the Fed has more work to do,” said Charlie Ripley, senior investment strategist at Allianz Investment Management. “Overall, today’s report should put the notion of a near-term recession on the back burner for now.″
The Labor Department also reported that hourly earnings posted a healthy 0.5% gain last month and are up 5.2% over the past year. But that is not enough to keep up with inflation, and many Americans are having to scrimp to pay for groceries, gasoline, even school supplies.
Job growth was especially strong last month in the health care industry and at hotels and restaurants.
The number of Americans saying they had jobs rose by 179,000, while the number saying they were unemployed fell by 242,000. But 61,000 Americans dropped out of the labor force in July, trimming the share of those working or looking for work to 62.1% from 62.2% in June.
New Yorker Karen Smalls, 46, started looking for work three weeks ago as a member of the support staff for social workers.
“I didn’t realize how good the job market is right now,’’ she said after finishing her fifth interview this week. “You look at the news and see all these bad reports … but the job market is amazing right now.’’
A single mother, she is weighing several offers, looking for one that is close to home and pays enough to let her take care of her two children.
Two years ago, the pandemic brought economic life to a near standstill as companies shut down and millions of people stayed home or were thrown out of work. The U.S. plunged into a deep, two-month recession.
But massive government aid — and the Fed’s decision to slash interest rates and pour money into financial markets — fueled a surprisingly quick recovery. Caught off guard by the strength of the rebound, factories, shops, ports and freight yards were overwhelmed with orders and scrambled to bring back the workers they furloughed when COVID-19 hit.
The result has been shortages of employees and supplies, delayed shipments and high inflation. In June, consumer prices were up 9.1% from a year earlier, the biggest increase since 1981.
The Fed has raised its benchmark short-term interest rate four times this year in a bid to tame inflation, with more increases ahead.
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh conceded that businesses and consumers are worried about inflation but added: “Companies are still growing, and they’re looking for employees. And that’s a good sign.’’
In a report filled with mostly good news, the Labor Department did note that 3.9 million people were working part time for economic reasons in July, up by 303,000 from June. Department economists said that reflected an increase in the number of people whose hours were cut because of slack business.
Some employers are also reporting signs of slack in the job market.
Aaron Sanandres, CEO and co-founder Untuckit, an online clothing company with nearly 90 stores, noticed that in the past few weeks that it has been a bit easier filling jobs at the corporate headquarters in New York and part-time roles at the stores.
“We have had a plethora of candidates,” Sanandres said. He also said the labor market has been loosening up for engineers, probably as a result of some layoffs at technology companies.
Simona Mocuta, chief economist at State Street Global Advisors, was among those stunned by the strong hiring numbers when other indicators show an economy losing momentum.
Mocuta said it is possible that hiring rose so sharply last month because job candidates, seeing signs of an impending slowdown, are now more willing to accept jobs they would have balked at earlier in the year. Conditions may now be “shifting in employers’ favor,’’ she said.
Whatever the reason for it, the employment data released Friday shows an astonishingly strong and resilient job market.
”Underestimate the U.S. labor market at your own peril,” said Nick Bunker, head of economic research at the Indeed Hiring Lab. “Yes, output growth might be slowing and the economic outlook has some clouds on the horizon. But employers are still champing at the bit to hire more workers. That demand may fade, but it’s still red-hot right now.”
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Josh Boak in Washington, Anne D’Innocenzio in New York and Courtney Bonnell in London contributed to this story. | https://cw33.com/news/ap-top-headlines/as-recession-fears-grow-strong-us-hiring-is-likely-slowing/ | 2022-08-05T20:22:48Z |
BEIJING (AP) — Rescuers in central China have pulled a woman alive from the rubble of a building that partially collapsed almost six days earlier, state media reported Thursday.
The unidentified woman is the 10th survivor of the disaster in the city of Changsha, in which at least five people have died and an unknown number, possibly dozens, are still missing.
She was rescued shortly after midnight on Thursday, about 132 hours after the rear of the six-story building suddenly caved in on April 29,the official Xinhua News Agency reported.
The woman was conscious and advised rescuers on how to pull her out without causing further injury, Xinhua said. Teams had used dogs and hand tools as well as drones and electronic life detectors in the search.
All the survivors were reportedly in good condition after having been treated in a hospital. Intermittent rain showers in recent days may have increased their chances of survival without food or water.
At least nine people have been arrested in relation to the collapse of what Xinhua has described as a “self-built building,” including its owner, on suspicion of ignoring building codes or committing other violations.
Also held were three people in charge of design and construction and five others who allegedly gave a false safety assessment for a guest house on the building’s fourth to sixth floors.
The building also held a residence, a cafe and shops.
An increase in the number of collapses of self-built buildings in recent years prompted Chinese President Xi Jinping to call last month for additional checks to uncover structural weaknesses.
Poor adherence to safety standards, including the illegal addition of extra floors and failure to use reinforcing iron bars, is often blamed for such disasters. China also suffers from decaying infrastructure such as gas pipes that has led to explosions and collapses. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/survivor-found-almost-6-days-after-china-building-collapse/ | 2022-05-05T05:01:28Z |
New sustainability report highlights company's progress to carbon neutrality; diversity, equity and inclusion; and other ESG goals
SAN FRANCISCO, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Genesys®, a leader in cloud customer experience orchestration, today published the Genesys 2021 Sustainability Report, detailing the company's progress toward achieving its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals. The report, which covers the Genesys fiscal year 2022 (Feb. 1, 2021 - Jan. 31, 2022), highlights the role of the cloud in creating a more sustainable future for all.
Sustainability has increasingly become a focus for organizations globally. Yet many organizations are still operating with traditional on-premises solutions, a preventable obstacle that impedes their ability to achieve more sustainable business practices. Genesys is partnering with businesses around the world to migrate them to the company's cloud solutions, which can reduce emissions created by their legacy technologies by at least 80%. In addition to accelerating the sustainability efforts of its customers, cloud migration plays a significant role in the path to carbon neutrality for Genesys by minimizing Scope 3 emissions, the largest representation of the company's carbon footprint. With more than 90% of new bookings in the fiscal year 2022 coming from the cloud and subscription services, the company is on track to meet its carbon goals.
"The progress we've made in our first year is a testament to the culture of action and empathy we have at Genesys," said Bridgette McAdoo, Global Sustainability Officer at Genesys. "Every Genesys employee, regardless of level or location, has ownership of our path to a more sustainable future. Together, we're committed to embedding sustainability into the core of our business to be a catalyst for the change we hope to see in the world."
In 2021, Genesys launched its inaugural sustainability report, establishing a baseline for the company and setting goals to contribute to a more sustainable future for the communities it serves. The new report outlines the progress the company has made toward those goals, including double-digit reduction in emissions, increasingly diverse representation across the organization, and new ways the company is using its products for positive impact on people's lives.
New to this year's report, Genesys explores the environmental impact of its remote workforce, finding the company's North America based employees to have the largest average carbon footprint per person. In evaluating the emissions of its employees as they work from home, the company aims to develop programs and benefits that foster sustainable living. In a new reality where so many organizations have increased flexibility in their remote work policies, expanding sustainability beyond the office provides new opportunities for positive environmental impact.
Genesys 2021 Sustainability Report Highlights
- Nearly a quarter (22%) reduction in greenhouse gas emissions year-over-year and third-party assurance of environmental data and methodology.
- Achieved Silver Rating from EcoVadis, progressing from Bronze Rating in just one year. This establishes Genesys in the top 25% of companies evaluated by the sustainability rating provider.
- Double-digit year-over-year growth in diverse representation across the majority of underrepresented groups in North America, increasing overall representation from 19.8% to 21.6%, and from 18.9% to 20.4% in leadership roles.
- Increased the number of women in leadership roles by 12% year-over-year across the Genesys global workforce.
- Positively impacted more than 244,000 lives through partnership with organizations that provide crisis response, such as the NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children); Be My Eyes to connect visually impaired people with sighted individuals for visual assistance through a live video call on their behalf; Thrive to enable businesses to incorporate well-being breaks into the workflow to help end the burnout epidemic; and others.
To learn more about Genesys sustainability initiatives and progress, read the full report here.
Every year, Genesys orchestrates billions of remarkable customer experiences for organizations in more than 100 countries. Through the power of our cloud, digital and AI technologies, organizations can realize Experience as a ServiceSM, our vision for empathetic customer experiences at scale. With Genesys, organizations have the power to deliver proactive, predictive, and hyper personalized experiences to deepen their customer connection across every marketing, sales, and service moment on any channel, while also improving employee productivity and engagement. By transforming back-office technology to a modern revenue velocity engine Genesys enables true intimacy at scale to foster customer trust and loyalty. Visit www.genesys.com.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — “Winter is coming.”
Popular North Texas bar The Whipper Snapper is hosting the sixth iteration of its Game of Throne-themed pop-up event WHIPPERFELL in anticipation of the release of the new Game of Thrones spinoff House of the Dragon.
Despite fans finding the ending of Game of Thrones to be lackluster, there is a lot of excitement mounting for House of the Dragon. This spinoff will be set 200 years prior to the events of Game of Thrones and will focus on the House Targaryen.
The event will begin this month on Thursday, Aug. 25 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. and will run until Oct. 15. It will operate weekly from Wednesday to Saturday from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The bar will undergo renovations to bring the world of Game of Thrones to North Texas with re-creations of different sets that will be easily identifiable from the popular Game of Thrones TV series.
Officials say guests will have the opportunity to explore the show’s history and a chance to sit on the coveted Iron Throne, a chair forged from 1,000 swords and whoever sits upon the throne is considered the ruler of the Seven Kingdoms. Employees will also dress in costume.
There will be a photo booth present and other photo-worthy opportunities, themed food and drink menus, interactive experiences and entertainment. Customers can also buy exclusive merchandise which will be available behind the bar.
Food and drink menus will include:
Food
- Dothraki Burger – $8
- Dragon Claws – $8
- Wing & tail Sandwich – $9
- Little Fingers & Dragon Eggs – $4
Drinks
- Westeros Ale – $10
- Mother of Dragons – $12
- Unsullied – $12
- Iron Throne – $12
- Kings Blood – $12
- Milk of The Poppy – $12 | https://cw33.com/news/local/whipperfell-north-texas-bar-whippersnapper-hosting-game-of-thrones-event-beginning-on-aug-25/ | 2022-08-08T22:54:24Z |
Marshals: Reward for info on escaped inmate, missing officer
FLORENCE, Ala. (AP) — The U.S. Marshals Service said Sunday that it is offering up to $10,000 for information about an escaped inmate and a “missing and endangered” correctional officer who disappeared Friday after the two left a jail in north Alabama.
Casey Cole White, 38, had been jailed on a capital murder charge in the Lauderdale County Detention Center in Florence, Alabama, about 75 miles (121 kilometers) west of Huntsville.
The inmate and assistant director of corrections Vicky White, 56, left the Lauderdale County Detention Center on Friday morning to go to a nearby courthouse, the sheriff’s office said in a Facebook post Saturday. Investigators said the two are not related.
“Casey White is believed to be a serious threat to the corrections officer and the public,” the U.S. marshal for northern Alabama, Marty Keely, said in a statement Sunday.
While in state prison for other crimes in 2020, Casey confessed to the 2015 stabbing death of Connie Ridgeway, WHNT-TV reported.
Vicky White has been with the department 16 years. At a news conference Friday, Singleton said she was armed when she left the jail with the inmate and headed to the courthouse for what she said was a mental health evaluation for Casey White. She was alone with the inmate, which the sheriff said violated department policy.
“Our policy is for any inmate with those kinds of charges to have two sworn deputies escort them. And that did not happen,” Singleton said.
Singleton also said there was no mental health evaluation for the inmate scheduled at the courthouse.
The vehicle the officer and the inmate were in when they left the detention center was found at a nearby shopping center parking lot, according to the sheriff’s office.
Vicky White also told co-workers she had a doctor’s appointment scheduled, which was confirmed but the office said the deputy never showed, the sheriff said. Officials said no one realized the two were missing until about six hours after they left the jail. Deputies tried to contact Vicky White but her phone repeatedly went to voicemail.
Singleton said his department was “aggressively investigating” the incident and would be looking into previous interaction between the two to “see if something else was going on.” Singleton told news outlets that Vicky White had turned in her retirement papers the day before she went missing.
The sheriff told AL.com on Sunday that there were no new developments in the investigation. The Associated Press called the sheriff’s office, but a phone message there said the office was closed Sunday.
The Marshals Service said Casey is 6 feet, 9 inches (2.06 meters) tall and weighs about 260 pounds (118 kilograms). He has brown hair and hazel eyes.
The Marshals Service said people with information about Casey White’s location or Vicky White’s disappearance can call the service at 1-800-336-0102. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through the U.S. Marshals Tip App.
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MELBOURNE, Fla., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Orion180, a homeowners insurance provider leveraging advanced technology to serve independent insurance agents in the Southeastern U.S., today announced that it has donated $150,000 in the first six months of the year to various charitable organizations through the company's "Star Outreach Program," which provides support to local communities across the Southeast.
Orion180 launched the Star Outreach Program in August 2021. For each new policy that the company writes, they allocate a fixed amount towards a charitable fund, which is distributed to local organizations and causes that are important to the company and its agency partners. The latest round of donations took place this August impacting eight charities nominated by Orion180 and its agency partners, including Bright Blessings, First Light Shelter, Habitat for Humanity MS Capital Area, Shannon Home of Hope, The Lighthouse Academy For Dyslexia, Mulherin Home, The Rise Center, Stone Magnet Middle School, Women's Center of Brevard, and Make a Wish (Alabama). Together, these organizations improve thousands of lives by providing support to local communities, children, and families.
"We are constantly inspired by our agency partners with the time and support they give to various causes throughout their communities," said Ken Gregg, founder and CEO of Orion180. "Our Star Outreach Program has allowed us to further support these charities that make a real difference in the lives of those in need in our communities. We are grateful to have such wonderful agency partners whose commitment to community empowerment and betterment aligns with our mission at Orion180."
This round of donations was made in partnership with the Brightway Insurance (NC), PointeNorth Insurance Group LLC (AL), Pyron Group Inc. (MS), Riverside Insurance Agency, Inc. (MS), Southern Insurance Professionals LLC (MS), Thomas, Harrison and Associates Ins Agy, Inc. (AL), Reynolds Independent Insurance Agency (AL), and Alabama Independent Insurance Agents (AIIA).
Each organization was presented with a check from its respective Orion180 agency partner. Make a Wish Alabama hosted an event in which its agency partner, Alabama Independent Insurance Agents (AIIA) and local beneficiaries attended the ceremony.
Orion180 is committed to continuing its charitable giving throughout this year and expects to allocate an additional $350,000 by December 2022. Headquartered in Florida, Orion180 operates in North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Georgia with plans to continue expanding in 2022.
For more information about the Star Outreach Program, please visit https://www.orion180.com/community-involvement/.
About Orion180:
Orion180 is a homeowners insurance provider leveraging advanced technology to serve independent insurance agents in the Southeastern United States. Providing a combination of human interaction and unsurpassed technology, Orion180 enables real time quoting, binding, and issue functions in a matter of minutes. The company simplifies the homeowners insurance process, providing products that are innovative, fast, and secure. Its product has an A- A.M. Best rating, which means consumers are protected even for the most severe losses. Learn more at https://www.orion180.com/.
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Flamethrower used to torch Pan-African flag
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A person using a flamethrower set fire Saturday to a Pan-African flag flying on a pole outside the headquarters of the Uhuru Movement, a Black international socialist group based in Florida.
Security video released by the group shows the driver of a white Honda sedan pulling up outside the group’s St. Petersburg headquarters, removing a flamethrower from the trunk and shooting a tower of fire at the flag flying about 30 feet above the ground. The group says the man stopped when a worker inside the building yelled at him. The video shows him putting the flamethrower back in the trunk and then driving away. A photo supplied by the group shows the flag with a large hole.
St. Petersburg police said they are investigating the fire and are working to identify a suspect.
The Uhuru Movement is part of the African People’s Socialist Party, which says it is “uniting African people as one people for liberation, social justice, self-reliance and economic development.”
Akile Anai, the group’s director of agitation and propaganda, said the attack is in the same vein as the May killing of 10 Black people at a Buffalo, New York, supermarket. Police say the arrested suspect in the Buffalo massacre is a white nationalist.
Anai said such attacks are caused by the decline of a “social system and facade of normalcy based on oppression, colonialism and exploitation.”
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HOUSTON, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JDH Capital Company ("JDH Capital") today announced its acquisition of Pure Archery Group, a leading manufacturer of premium archery products.
"Pure Archery Group is a leading manufacturer of premium archery products with a reputation for excellence, a dedicated customer base and a history of growth," said Jason C. Rebrook, Chief Executive Officer of JDH Capital. "The addition of Pure Archery to our portfolio is complementary to other investments we've made in the outdoor products industry, and it underscores our confidence in both the company's many leading brands and the outdoor products industry as a whole."
Pure Archery Group, known as Bowtech until 2020, owns and operates several leading archery brands including Bowtech, Diamond, Excalibur, Black Gold, TightSpot, RipCord, and Octane. Headquartered in Eugene, Oregon, the company is focused on the design and manufacturing of durable, accurate, high-performance bows, crossbows and archery accessories distributed worldwide. Current production locations span prominent sporting goods hubs, including Oregon, Montana, Michigan and Ontario (Canada).
"This is an exciting new chapter in our business," said Rob Kass, CEO at Pure Archery Group. "We have always been singularly focused on producing the best archery products in the world, and that isn't going to change. With the additional resources and expertise that JDH Capital brings to our team, we have never been better positioned to deliver on that promise."
About JDH Capital
JDH Capital is a private investment firm based in Houston, Texas and was established in 2017. JDH Capital engages in a wide range of investment activities and has the flexibility to invest in a broad range of asset classes across multiple industries. JDH Capital endeavors to partner with our portfolio companies to generate consistent risk-adjusted returns over a long-time horizon.
For more information about JDH Capital, please visit www.jdhcap.com.
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- INEO's Media Network will connect to Broadsign's Reach SSP, providing media buyers with an expanded network of targeted, analytics-based digital out-of-home advertising locations at retail
SURREY, BC, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - INEO Tech Corp. (TSX-V: INEO) (OTCQB: INEOF) (the "Company" or "INEO"), the innovative developer and operator of the INEO Media Network, a digital advertising and analytics solution for retailers, today announced a programmatic partnership with Broadsign, a leading platform provider for digital-out-of-home (DOOH) programmatic advertising. With this agreement, advertisers and media buying agencies who utilize Broadsign's Reach platform will gain access and be able to purchase ad space on INEO's Media Network of display screens located at the front entrance of retail stores.
Kyle Hall, CEO of INEO, commented, "Teaming with Broadsign allows us to make our inventory more accessible to advertisers looking to reach consumers at the last mile. We're thrilled about the new revenue potential this partnership provides and look forward to continuing to grow the INEO Media Network and increasing our advertising fill rates."
"Connecting with consumers in-store can influence purchasing decisions and help grow brand loyalty when the right messages are put forth. INEO's network is highly desirable to advertisers as interest in reaching retail audiences at the point of purchase continues to grow, and we're excited to onboard this inventory to Reach to benefit media buyers," shared Broadsign Sales Director Karim Kanji.
This new programmatic advertising partnership with Broadsign solidifies INEO's position as a solutions provider in the DOOH advertising market focused on the retail segment. INEO's advertising platform partnerships give the Company access to a broad group of brands and marketers, who can purchase INEO's unique advertising inventory.
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INEO Tech Corp., through its wholly owned subsidiary, INEO Solutions Inc., operates the INEO Media Network, a digital advertising and analytics solution for retailers. INEO's patented technology integrates and monetizes digital screens with theft detection sensor gates at the entrance of retail stores. The Company's cloud-based platform uses IoT (Internet of Things) and AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology to deliver customized digital advertising to each retail location based on the demographic mix, such as age and gender, of customer traffic at each location. The Company also deploys the INEO Welcoming Network technology through a SaaS-based solution to larger retail chains. INEO is headquartered in Surrey, Canada and publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange under the symbol "INEO" and on the OTCQB-Venture Market under the symbol "INEOF".
Website: www.ineosolutionsinc.com
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Broadsign empowers publishers, agencies, and brands to harness the power of out-of-home and connect with audiences across the globe. Powering over 300,000 digital signs along roadways and in airports, shopping malls, health clinics, transit systems and more, Broadsign is at the heart of people's lives. The Broadsign Platform gives marketers and agencies simpler access to premium screens and has helped brands like Pepsi, Turkish Airlines, The UFC, Volkswagen, John Lewis, Samsung, and more, run successful programmatic DOOH campaigns. https://broadsign.com
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- Exclusive AI-assisted processes in the lab have a goal of improving IVF outcomes and dramatically reducing costs
- Clinics follow The Oma Way, focusing on delivering human-centered care, reducing the number of cycles required, and improving accessibility
- Oma Fertility has raised a total of $37.5M with $29M in equity led by JAZZ Venture Partners, Root Ventures, Mithril Capital, Global Asset Capital, and Free Solo Ventures and $8.5M in debt led by Silicon Valley Bank
SAN JOSE, Calif., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oma Fertility today emerges from stealth and introduces a first-of-its-kind network of fertility clinics offering families science-forward, AI-informed fertility treatments, paving the way for a new standard in IVF success rates.
"Oma Fertility is capitalizing on the opportunity to bring leading-edge technological advancements to the fertility space, meeting the demands of rising infertility rates," said Oma Fertility Co-Founder and CEO Gurjeet Singh, PhD. "Our mission is to improve outcomes for more families facing fertility issues and we strive to create a place where everyone seeking to have a child has access to the most advanced, successful fertility treatments."
Exclusive AI-Assisted Processes
Oma Fertility today announces the launch of Oma Sperm InSight™, its patented technology that helps embryologists identify the most promising sperm cell to pair with an egg in IVF. It is currently being used at the first Oma Clinic in Santa Barbara, CA as a second opinion tool for Oma's embryologists and has been registered with the FDA. One of the few ways to improve IVF outcomes is to increase the number of healthy embryos created – Oma Fertility is focused on this through the introduction of AI at one of the earliest entry points: sperm selection. A forthcoming clinical study will confirm Oma Sperm InSight's ability to improve outcomes.
Driving Innovation with $37.5M of Funding
Oma Fertility has raised $29M through Seed and Series A rounds led by JAZZ Venture Partners, Root Ventures, Mithril Capital, Global Asset Capital, and Free Solo Ventures in addition to a $8.5M debt facility led by Silicon Valley Bank. Other notable investors include Shumeet Banerji (BoD at HP, Reliance Jio and BBC), Suchi Saria (Founding Director, Malone Center for Engineering in Healthcare, CEO at Bayesian Health), Jon Symonds (BoD and Chairman at GSK) and Jack Tai (BoD at Eli Lilly, HSBC, Mastercard).
"As an investor and mother, I'm excited about the work being done at Oma Fertility," said Chrissy Meyer, General Partner at Root Ventures. "IVF has been around for over 40 years, yet success rates are still shockingly low. Oma is the first to use AI upstream in the IVF process and will completely transform the way patients, families and healthcare providers think about fertility care."
The Oma Way: Human-Centered Care
Oma Fertility's clinics offer compassionate, appropriate care for all patients:
- Full range of fertility services for every couple and individual. Oma's Care Advocates provide a single point of contact for families and deliver consistent information and education.
- As few cycles as possible: Oma Fertility leverages AI-enabled processes in the lab with a goal to improve outcomes; Today, nearly 70% of fertility cycles fail in the average American fertility clinic.1
- Accessible to more people: The clinics implement ethical pricing – flat pricing without hidden fees, surprise costs or inflated profit margins – which is a third of the national average.
About Oma Fertility
Oma Fertility, a division of Oma Robotics, was founded in 2020 by a team of engineers, AI experts, and fertility specialists who believe that combining AI and robotics in the lab and human-centered care in the clinic will make parenthood possible for more people. The company's first innovation is Oma Sperm InSight™, which uses AI to help pinpoint the most promising sperm cell for use in IVF. Oma Fertility opened its first fertility clinic in Santa Barbara, California in 2021 and has plans to expand nationally through 2023. The company was founded in 2020 by Gurjeet Singh, PhD previous founder of Ayasdi, Dr. Sahil Gupta previous founder of Aveya Fertility, and Kiran Joshi, PhD previous founder of Koko. www.omafertility.com
About JAZZ Venture Partners
JAZZ is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies and growth opportunities that unlock human potential. JAZZ seeks breakthroughs at the convergence of technology, science and humanity — improving how we work, live, and experience the world. Portfolio companies are impacting wellness, healthcare, enterprise and consumer markets. www.jazzvp.com
About Root Ventures
Root Ventures is a $350M+ seed stage venture firm based in Silicon Valley. The team of engineers-turned-investors is focused on enabling engineers to tackle the most complex challenges in their markets. They invest at the earliest stages, funding both technical teams with deep R&D initiatives, and the companies building tools that empower those technical teams. www.root.vc
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WASHINGTON, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heather Reams, president of Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES), today released the following statement in response to the announcement of the first of the Energy, Climate, and Conservation Task Force's six part policy agenda:
"Since its inception, House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy's Energy, Climate, and Conservation Task Force, under the leadership of Rep. Garret Graves, has brought a needed conservative perspective and voice to America's clean energy and environmental policy. The release of the Task Force's six-part policy strategy underscores what is fundamental to conservative principles— invest in America, unlock American resources, lower costs for American families, enhance our national security, and reduce global emissions.
"While the Biden administration continues to stand in the way of domestic production, Americans are left with high prices at the gas pump and supermarket. And because these commodities are being produced in less carbon efficient nations, global emissions go up. Decreasing our nation's dependence on Russia and China and investing in U.S. innovation are the building blocks to a better America. It's time we cut away the Washington red tape that stifles American growth, hurts American families, and increases global emissions. The policies put forth by the Republican Climate Task Force aim to do just that."
CRES Forum's white paper series "Understanding the Facts"—which examines solutions to America's most critical energy and environment issues—aligns with many policy proposals included in the Task Force's climate agenda.
Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES) engages Republican policymakers and the public about responsible, conservative solutions to address our nation's energy, economic, and environmental security while increasing America's competitive edge. For more information, visit https://cresenergy.com.
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This news release constitutes a "designated news release" for the purposes of the Company's prospectus supplement dated August 18, 2021, to its short form base shelf prospectus dated June 16, 2021.
VANCOUVER, BC, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Uranium Royalty Corp. (NASDAQ: UROY) (TSXV: URC) ("URC" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has acquired an additional 1% gross revenue royalty interest on the Lance In-Situ Recovery ("ISR") Uranium Mine in Wyoming, USA operated by Strata Energy Inc. ("Strata"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Peninsula Minerals Limited ("Peninsula").
Highlights
- Near-term production potential: The Lance ISR Uranium Mine is a fully licensed mine, with Peninsula currently undertaking an updated feasibility study in preparation for a full re-start of ISR production. Mine production was idled in 2019 as the operator initiated a transition to a low-Ph mining method, but the project has been producing uranium in limited amounts during the test mining phase.
- Additional exposure to U.S. uranium production: Provides URC with additional exposure to potential U.S. derived uranium production.
- The royalty is a 1% gross revenue royalty interest: The royalty covers the entirety of the current permitted project area and expands upon URC's existing 4% gross revenue royalty on portions of the Lance Project. It is applicable to all uranium and related minerals from the project area.
The royalty was acquired from an existing royalty holder and the consideration paid by the Company was US$1.25 million in cash.
Scott Melbye, Chief Executive Officer of URC stated: "URC couldn't be more pleased with the addition of this comprehensive, near-term cash-flowing royalty on the Lance Project. We have great confidence in Peninsula's management and technical teams to be able to bring this competitive asset into full production as one of the early movers, taking advantage of improving uranium markets. We look forward to the updated feasibility study recently announced by Peninsula."
Mr. Melbye continued: "As the global nuclear fuel industry reassesses strategic and geopolitical risk, the value of American ISR uranium production in a resource-friendly state like Wyoming cannot be underestimated. As a result, we believe uranium projects in North America that are not only fully permitted and licensed, but free of control or influence from Russia and China, will attract stronger premiums as a result of the current geopolitical climate."
The Project
The Lance Project is an ISR uranium project located on the north-east flank of the Powder River Basin in Wyoming, USA and is comprised of approximately 38,416 acres of mixed surface and mineral right holdings including private access agreements as well as state and federal mining claims. In its annual report for the year ended September 31, 2021, Peninsula disclosed a JORC resource comprised of measured and indicated resources of 15.8 Mlbs at an average grade of 494 ppm U3O8 and inferred resources of 37.8 Mlbs at an average grade of 474 ppm U3O8 for the Lance Project. The estimate was disclosed as of December 31, 2020.
The project was licensed and constructed by Strata and commenced commercial operations in 2015. From September through December of 2018, Peninsula made a series of announcements outlining the proposed transition to low-pH mining, including suspending most of the alkaline-based production in order to reduce cash expenditures. By July 2019, Peninsula announced that it had determined to idle alkaline-based production activities and focus on completion of a low-pH field demonstration.
On February 26, 2021, Peninsula announced an update on its low-pH field demonstration activities at the project. Peninsula disclosed that the company initiated a field demonstration in August 2020 in a previously unmined area of Mine Unit 1 (MU1A) with the primary objective being to confirm the optimal operating conditions for the project. On March 28th, 2022, Peninsula announced that it was commencing an update to its 2018 Low-Ph ISR Feasibility Study, incorporating results and conclusions from Peninsula's technical de-risking activities, including the recently completed MU1A Field Demonstration.
About Uranium Royalty Corp.
Uranium Royalty Corp. is the world's only uranium-focused royalty and streaming company and the only pure-play uranium listed company on the Nasdaq. URC provides investors with uranium commodity price exposure through strategic acquisitions in uranium interests, including royalties, streams, debt and equity in uranium companies, as well as through holdings of physical uranium. The Company is well positioned as a capital provider to an industry needing massive investments in global productive capacity to meet the growing need for uranium as fuel for carbon-free nuclear energy. URC has deep industry knowledge and expertise to identify and evaluate investment opportunities in the uranium industry. The Company's management and the Board include individuals with decades of combined experience in the uranium and nuclear energy sectors, including specific expertise in mine finance, project identification and evaluation, mine development and uranium sales and trading.
Note on Technical Disclosure
Darcy Hirsekorn, the Company's Chief Technical Officer, has supervised the preparation of and reviewed the technical information contained in this presentation. He holds a B.Sc. in Geology from the University of Saskatchewan, is a qualified person as defined in National Instrument 43-101 and is registered as a professional geoscientist in Saskatchewan.
Except where otherwise stated, the Company's disclosure herein relating to the Lance ISR Uranium Mine has been derived from Peninsula's annual report for the year ended September 31, 2021, as well as information disclosed in Peninsula's ASX announcement dated March 28, 2022, titled "Updated Lance Feasibility Study Underway Following Analysis of MU1A Field Demonstration Results". As a royalty holder, the Company has limited, if any, access to the properties subject to its interests. The Company generally relies on publicly available information regarding these properties and related operations and generally has no ability to independently verify such information. In addition, such publicly available information may relate to a larger property area than that covered by the Company's interests.
The mineral resource disclosure contained herein regarding the Lance Project was prepared by Peninsula under the 2012 Edition of the Australian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC 2012), which differs from the requirements of Canadian National Instrument 43-101 ("NI 43-101") and U.S. securities laws. Unless otherwise indicated, the technical and scientific disclosure contained or referenced herein has been prepared in accordance with NI 43-101, which differs significantly from the requirements of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to U.S. domestic issuers Accordingly, the scientific and technical information contained or referenced in this press release may not be comparable to similar information made public by U.S. companies subject to the reporting and disclosure requirements of the SEC. "Inferred mineral resources" have a great amount of uncertainty as to their existence and great uncertainty as to their economic and legal feasibility. It cannot be assumed that all or any part of an inferred mineral resource will ever be upgraded to a higher category.
Forward Looking Statements
Certain statements in this news release may constitute "forward-looking information", including those regarding the Company's expectations regarding the Lance ISR Uranium Mine, uranium markets, and statements regarding the plans and expectations of the project operator. Forward-looking information includes statements that address or discuss activities, events or developments that the Company expects or anticipates may occur in the future. When used in this news release, words such as "estimates", "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "will", "believes", "intends" "should", "could", "may" and other similar terminology are intended to identify such forward-looking information. Statements constituting forward-looking information reflect the current expectations and beliefs of the Company's management. These statements involve significant uncertainties, known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors and, therefore, actual results, performance or achievements of the Company and its industry may be materially different from those implied by such forward-looking statements. They should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be an accurate indication of whether or not such results will be achieved. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking information, including, without limitation, risks inherent to royalty companies, uranium price volatility, risks related to the operators of the projects underlying the Company's existing and proposed interests and those other risks described in filings with Canadian securities regulators and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. These risks, as well as others, could cause actual results and events to vary significantly. Accordingly, readers should exercise caution in relying upon forward-looking information and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise them to reflect subsequent events or circumstances, except as required by law.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSX-V") nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX-V) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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BEDFORD, Mass., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Soft Robotics Inc. today announced the appointment of Paul Kling as Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing effective April 11, 2022. In this role, Paul will be leading all Soft Robotics' sales and marketing strategies globally.
"We are delighted to have Paul join our leadership team," said Jeff Beck, CEO at Soft Robotics. "Paul has over 25 years of technical sales experience as an individual contributor, manager, and vice president in the industrial automation industry. His track record of delivering high levels of sales growth by spearheading partnerships with OEMs and Systems Integrators is the perfect match with Soft Robotics' evolving strategy. As our technologically advanced solutions, such as mGripAI™ continue to gain strong market adoption, an executive with Paul's capabilities will be an essential ingredient to the company's success. I look forward to working closely with Paul on a series of exciting strategic growth opportunities."
"It's hard to contain my excitement in joining the Soft Robotics team," said Paul Kling, Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing at Soft Robotics. "The innovative solutions and technology with mGrip™ and mGripAI™ are incredible. I'm looking forward to driving our sales and marketing strategies to reach our short and long-term objectives."
Most recently, Paul spent four years at Yaskawa America developing and executing the overall strategy for the packaging and material handling, logistics and warehouse automation markets. Prior to his time at Yaskawa America, Paul has held senior sales and marketing management positions at leading automation companies such as Parker Hannifin Corporation and Schneider Electric. Paul holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from University of New Hampshire.
About Soft Robotics Inc.:
Soft Robotics Inc. is an industry-leading and award-winning technology company that designs and builds automated picking solutions using proprietary soft robotic grippers, 3D machine perception, and artificial intelligence. The company's transformational robotic automation solutions enable machine builders to solve the hardest picking problems in food automation. Soft Robotics is backed by leading venture capital firms and strategic investors that include ABB Technology Ventures, Calibrate Ventures, FANUC, Hyperplane Venture Capital, Material Impact, Scale Venture Partners, Honeywell Ventures, Tekfen Ventures, Tyson Ventures and Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. Learn more at SoftRoboticsInc.com.
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Foundation's resources to provide services for students, teachers and families that will enrich the educational experience and opportunities for students at Twin Rivers Elementary
MCKEESPORT, Pa., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and McKeesport Area School District (MASD) today announced the creation of a first-of-a-kind partnership to invest in the youth of McKeesport and surrounding communities. The partnership will help to provide elementary-aged children at Twin Rivers Elementary and their families with access to holistic resources and programming to support their learning and wellbeing. The partnership builds upon a year of collaboration between the Foundation and the school district and has benefitted from deep input from families, teachers and community leaders.
"DICK'S Sporting Goods has been investing in kids since our first store opened almost 75 years ago," said Aimee Watters, Executive Director of The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation. "We believe it is our responsibility to invest in our communities to ensure future generations have the resources they need to thrive."
Over the last year, MASD staff, families, and community members have been working together with the Foundation to co-design a new school model - United at Twin Rivers - that is focused on building healthy minds, healthy bodies, and healthy relationships. Beginning in the upcoming school year, the new model will holistically focus on students and their families, and emphasize rigorous academics, healthy and active lifestyles, and wraparound services for students and their families.
"From day one, The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation has worked shoulder to shoulder with us to support students -- from launching a free summer camp available to K-8 students across MASD, to its financial support of professional development and community events, to our shared work to provide extra food and clothing to all students and their families," said McKeesport Area School District Superintendent, Dr. Mark P. Holtzman. "We are excited to see all that this partnership can bring to our students long term."
As an initial step in the partnership, The DICK'S Foundation and MASD hosted a launch event at Twin Rivers, the site of the future Community Resource Center -- which will offer communal space and free services including laundry, a food pantry, free wi-fi and showers for students and families. MASD and the Foundation will also hold its second free summer camp this June and will start the upcoming school year together as United at Twin Rivers. This fall, the school will open with increased staffing, improved facilities and a restructured school day to allow for more individualized support, and to help ensure the child's holistic needs are being met, helping to build healthy minds, bodies and relationships.
"The process to re-design Twin Rivers has been a remarkably collaborative one," said MASD Assistant Superintendent Dr. Tia Wanzo. "Our kids and families deserve the best educational opportunities we can offer, and this is a critical step in creating that experience for everyone."
The Community Resource Center is slated to open this summer. United at Twin Rivers will host an open house this fall when McKeesport residents can see the new space and learn more about the partnership.
About The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation
The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation with a mission to inspire and enable sports participation. It was created by DICK'S Sporting Goods as a private corporate foundation to support DICK'S charitable and philanthropic activities. Driven by its belief that sports make people better, The DICK'S Foundation champions youth sports and provides grants and support to under-resourced teams and athletes through its Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about The DICK'S Foundation can be found on sportsmatter.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Contact: DICK'S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com
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At 4006 Highway 17 South
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BenchMark Physical Therapy opened an outpatient clinic on Wednesday at 4006 Highway 17 South.
The Barefoot Landing clinic, as it is known, is open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. To make an appointment, call 843-654-6333 or visit benchmarkpt.com.
BenchMark offers outpatient orthopedic physical therapy, including manual therapy, injury prevention, return to performance and total joint replacement programs.
Clinic director Paul Vojtek earned a doctor of physical therapy degree from Gannon University. He is residency trained and certified as an orthopedic clinical specialist.
Vojtek is a manual therapist and is certified in dry needling for the spine and extremities.
Benchmark's other area clinics include North Myrtle Beach, Ocean Isle, Myrtle Beach-Grande Dunes, Shallotte, Myrtle Beach-Carolina Forest, Bolivia-Southport and Conway, among more than 30 locations in South Carolina.
BenchMark, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation family of clinical care, offers access to care within 24 hours and works with all insurance types.
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A Winterville resident convicted by a federal jury earlier this year of attempted online child enticement was sentenced to serve 10 years in prison for his crime.
MACON – A Winterville resident convicted by a federal jury earlier this year of attempted online child enticement was sentenced to serve 10 years in prison for his crime.
Noe A. Villafuerte, 48, of Winterville, was sentenced to serve 120 months in prison to be followed by 10 years of supervised release by U.S. District Judge C. Ashley Royal after he was convicted by a federal jury on March 30 of attempted online enticement of a minor. In addition, Villafuerte will have to register as a sex offender for life upon release from prison. There is no parole in the federal system.
“Child predators will go to great lengths to victimize a child, as seen in this case and in nearly all of the online exploitation cases we encounter," U.S. Attorney Peter D. Leary said. "I hope this case serves as a reminder to parents and responsible adults to be aware of your young person’s online activity and who they are communicating with. Law enforcement at every level is collaborating through Georgia’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force program to protect children from online exploitation.”
“The GBI will continue to work tirelessly to protect innocent victims of online exploitation," GBI Director Michael Register said. "We are grateful for the partnerships we maintain with our local and federal agencies to bring these predators to justice."
“Predators like Villafuerte are just another example of why parents need to be vigilant and aware of their children’s online activity,” Special Agent in Charge of FBI Atlanta Keri Farley said. “Fortunately, he connected with an undercover detective and not a child. The FBI remains committed to protecting our young citizens and is thankful for the law enforcement partnerships that make it possible to bring child predators to justice.”
According to court documents and testimony presented at trial, Villafuerte was arrested as a result of “Operation End Game,” a three-day proactive effort from July 25-27, 2019, centered in Athens to arrest adults communicating with children on-line and traveling to meet them for the purpose of having sex. During the online operation, an undercover detective posing as a 14-year-old girl placed an ad on an “escort” website known to be used by human traffickers. Villafuerte responded to the ad and began communicating with the undercover agent on July 25.
Villafuerte offered to pay the child $60 for sex in his vehicle, and they agreed to meet at a Kroger in Athens on July 26. Villafuerte was arrested shortly before 5 p.m. in the parking lot after searching the store and lot for the child.
This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse, launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice.
The case was investigated by the Georgia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, the GBI’s Child Exploitation and Computer Crimes Unit, the Athens-Clarke County Police Department, the FBI and the Athens-Clarke County District Attorney’s Office.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Robert McCullers prosecuted the case with Assistant U.S. Attorney Lyndie Freeman.
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NECA 2022 Austin brings the electrical construction industry together October 15-18 in Austin, Texas.
WASHINGTON, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is excited to announce that registration is open for the 2022 NECA Convention and Trade Show in Austin, Texas. This year's convention, held Oct. 15-18, reunites the electrical construction industry for the trade's premier event. Attendees will gain access to industry-leading education, outstanding keynote speakers, peer-to-peer networking, unforgettable entertainment, and North America's largest electrical construction trade show.
NECA 2022 Austin will feature a virtual option, making every education session available to all registrants. Whether in-person or virtual, all attendees will have access to on-demand content following the convention.
"All of us at NECA are incredibly excited to welcome the entire industry together for another memorable Convention and Trade Show," NECA CEO David Long said. "NECA 2022 Austin is set to become the largest event in our association's history, connecting attendees with more products and services, more education, and more opportunities to unite with industry colleagues than ever before. This year goes beyond the imaginable, all to support electrical construction and take our contractors to unprecedented heights in a city we have never hosted in before."
Attendees will be able to listen directly from world-renowned speakers including Retired U.S. Army Staff Sargent Travis Mills, Hall of Fame NFL Running Back Emmitt Smith, and 60 Minutes correspondent and former CBS Evening News Anchor Scott Pelley. The event will feature an interactive opening reception in the famed Austin City Limits Live concert venue at the Moody Theater. Finally, the convention concludes at the Palmer Events Center, featuring the 2022 Country Music Awards Female Vocalist of the Year Carly Pearce.
Apprentices, training directors, and instructors are invited to attend NECA Apprentice Appreciation Day. We have planned a special program for apprentices working in all levels of electrical construction. Following the program, all participants will visit the NECA Show for free.
NECA offers top-notch, timely educational offerings featuring dynamic speakers and instructors from around the globe. On the trade show floor, experience over 300 exhibitors who make the NECA Show the premier event for power, light, energy, and communication technology.
Visit necaconvention.org for complete details on NECA 2022 Austin, including a schedule and details on registration.
NECA is the voice of the $202 billion electrical construction industry that brings power, light, and communication technology to buildings and communities across the United States. NECA's national office and 118 local chapters advance the industry through advocacy, education, research, and standards development. Go to www.necanet.org for more information.
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Quarterly results include record Earnings Per Share and a sequential reduction in debt. Capital structure milestones achieved through the retirement of all remaining high-yield debt, completion of the $50 million share repurchase authorization, and an extension and increase of the revolving credit facility. Subsequent to quarter-end, Ryerson increased its dividend and approved a $75 million share repurchase authorization. Ryerson continues to invest in value-added services, as well as new plants, equipment and digital systems across our intelligent service center network to enhance the customer experience.
CHICAGO, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryerson Holding Corporation (NYSE: RYI), a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Highlights:
- Record diluted EPS1 of $5.10 and Adjusted diluted EPS1 of $5.31 on $1.74 billion of revenue
- Net Income of $196.4 million and Adjusted EBITDA, excluding LIFO2 of $224.2 million
- Repurchased $186.9 million of 8.50% senior secured notes due 2028 (the "Notes")
- $47.7 million in shares repurchased, completing a $50 million share repurchase authorization fourteen months ahead of expiration
- Increased revolving credit facility to $1.3 billion and extended through June 2027
- Reduced debt to $534 million and net debt3 to $492 million
- Increased book value of equity4 to $851 million up from $706 million at March 31, 2022
- Announced a third quarter 2022 dividend of $0.15 per share, a 20% increase from last quarter
- Approved a $75 million share repurchase authorization, subsequent to the quarter-end
- Retired the final $50 million outstanding balance of the high-yield Notes subsequent to the quarter-end
A reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the comparable GAAP measure is included below in this news release.
Eddie Lehner, Ryerson's President and Chief Executive Officer, said "I want to thank all of my Ryerson teammates for pulling together brilliantly with our valued customers and suppliers amidst the stacking challenges across the business landscape to produce another strong quarter of financial and operational performance. We achieved many important milestones during and subsequent to the quarter. We are no longer a high-yield debt company as we redeemed all of our remaining outstanding notes, significantly reduced our cash interest expense, increased our dividend, completed our initial share repurchase authorization fourteen months ahead of the two year expiration, announced a new two year, $75 million share repurchase authorization, and amended, extended and upsized our credit facility with improved pricing and terms while making important investments in growth across our service center network. All of these actions have placed us on a solid foundation to re-invest, grow and return capital to our shareholders. As we continue our 180-year journey of providing great customer experiences across our intelligent network of value-added service centers, our optimism of a future favoring modern manufacturing with recyclable industrial metals as a core enabler of sustainable growth with good paying jobs remains impassioned and resolute."
Our revenue in the second quarter experienced an average selling price increase of 0.5% offset by a sales volume decrease of 0.8% quarter-over-quarter. This compares to our guidance of average selling price growth of 0% to 2% and sales volume growth of 0% to 2% growth. Driven by faster and sharper-than-anticipated price declines in nickel, aluminum and carbon steel indices during the quarter, we experienced mid-quarter margin compression as spot-replacement cost of inventory fell faster than average-cost of inventory amidst decelerating increases in average selling prices. Our stainless-steel customers pivoted from buying longer positions in inventory as seen in the first quarter to just-in-time buying and destocking as material availability increased, demand moderated and spot-market pricing fell as the quarter played out. This inflection occurred sooner than our prior guidance had contemplated as supply constrained demand, combined with commodity price declines, to lessen customer quoting activity and order rates. Ryerson's second quarter end-market sales volumes decreased sequentially by 0.8%, partially driven by the HVAC and Food Processing, Machinery and Agricultural Equipment sectors, and partially offset by increased sequential sales volumes of 6.6% in Oil & Gas, 4.0% in Commercial Ground Transportation and 1.5% in Metal Fabrication and Machine Shops.
Ryerson generated revenues of $1.74 billion in the second quarter of 2022, a sequential decline of 0.3%, compared to $1.75 billion for the first quarter of 2022. Gross margin expanded sequentially by 320 basis points to 26.7% in the second quarter of 2022, compared to 23.5% in the first quarter of 2022. Second quarter of 2022 cost of goods sold included LIFO income of $73.8 million, compared to LIFO expense of $2.2 million in the first quarter of 2022. Excluding the impact of LIFO, gross margin contracted 110 basis points to 22.5% in the second quarter of 2022, compared to 23.6% in the first quarter of 2022. The Company maintained good expense leverage and management in the second quarter of 2022 as warehousing, delivery, selling, general and administrative expenses as a percent of revenue increased modestly to 10.5%, compared to 10.1% in the first quarter of 2022, driven by notable cost inflation at the producer, wholesaler and retail levels.
Net income attributable to Ryerson Holding Corporation for the second quarter of 2022 was $196.4 million, or $5.10 per diluted share, compared to $163.6 million, or $4.17 per diluted share in the previous quarter. The second quarter of 2022 includes a charge of $14.5 million, compared to a $5.3 million charge in the first quarter of 2022 related to loss on the retirement of debt. Additionally, in the second quarter of 2022 we generated a $3.8 million gain on the sale of assets. Excluding these one-time items and the associated income taxes, adjusted net income attributable to Ryerson Holding Corporation for the second quarter was $204.4 million, or $5.31 per diluted share, compared to $167.5 million, or $4.27 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2022. Ryerson generated second quarter Adjusted EBITDA, excluding LIFO of $224.2 million in the second quarter of 2022, compared to first quarter 2022 Adjusted EBITDA, excluding LIFO of $250.6 million.
Ryerson generated $85.5 million of operating cash in the second quarter of 2022 driven by strong operating profit. The Company's cash conversion cycle was 78 days in the second quarter of 2022, compared to 77 days in the first quarter of 2022. Ryerson's leverage ratio for the second quarter of 2022 remained flat quarter-over-quarter at 0.5x, a record low since our Initial Public Offering in 2014. The Company ended the second quarter of 2022 with $534 million of debt and $492 million of net debt, a decrease in net debt of $15 million, compared to the first quarter of 2022 driven by strong operating results. The Company's global liquidity, composed of cash and cash equivalents and availability on its revolving credit facilities, increased to $894 million as of June 30, 2022, compared to $760 million as of March 31, 2022.
Bond Repurchase. During the second quarter of 2022, Ryerson repurchased $186.9 million of its Notes through open market purchases and a tender offer. As of June 30, 2022, $50.0 million of Notes remained outstanding, which we subsequently redeemed on July 23, 2022. Related to the Note repurchases and bond tender executed in the second quarter, a loss on retirement of debt of $14.5 million was recognized and is excluded from adjusted net income and adjusted diluted earnings per share.
Credit Facility Refinance. During the second quarter of 2022, Ryerson amended and restated its credit facility extending the maturity by 2 years to 2027 while increasing the borrowing facility from $1.0 billion to $1.3 billion. As a result of the amended terms, the Company expects to be able to lower its borrowing costs by 12.5 basis points and improve its overall credit terms.
Jim Claussen, Chief Financial Officer stated "We are pleased to have effected numerous capital structure improvements which effectively complete Ryerson's balance sheet transformation. During the second quarter of 2022, and subsequent events, Ryerson saw transformational changes including the retirement of our high yield debt, repurchase of approximately 1.6 million shares, increase and extension of our revolving credit facility, 21% sequential growth in our book value and increase in our free float. We now have a capital structure where assets and liabilities are better aligned for growth and through-the-cycle performance."
Dividends. On August 3, 2022, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share of common stock, payable on September 15, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 1, 2022. During the second quarter of 2022, Ryerson returned approximately $52.4 million to shareholders in the form of dividends and share repurchases. We paid a quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.125 per share, amounting to a cash return of approximately $4.7 million for the second quarter of 2022.
Share Repurchase. On May 13, 2022, Ryerson's principal shareholder, an affiliate of Platinum Equity LLC (Platinum), completed its underwritten secondary public offering of 3.5 million shares of Ryerson's common stock and Ryerson concurrently repurchased approximately 1.6 million shares directly from Platinum for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $47.7 million. Ryerson made these repurchases with cash on hand under its existing share repurchase program, which authorized the Company to acquire up to an aggregate amount of $50.0 million of the Company's common stock through August 4, 2023. The secondary offering and concurrent share repurchase reduced Platinum's ownership from approximately 54% to 43%, and increased Ryerson's free float proportionally by 11 percentage points to 57% of shares outstanding.
Share Repurchase Authorization. On August 3, 2022, the Board of Directors approved a $75 million share repurchase authorization of the Company's common stock after the exhaustion of the previous share repurchase authorization during the second quarter. The new authorization will expire in August 2024.
Ryerson expects counter-cyclical business conditions in the third quarter of 2022. Benchmark carbon, aluminum and nickel prices have all rebased downward by an average of approximately 25% from the second quarter through July 31, 2022, compared to the first quarter of 2022. Despite our diversified commodities mix, at approximately 50% stainless steel and aluminum, lower average selling price movements quarter-over-quarter appear to be broad-based while demand is moderating overall given slowing economies in the U.S., Europe, and China. As such, Ryerson anticipates third quarter 2022 revenues in the range of $1.45 billion to $1.55 billion, with a sequential average selling price decrease of 5% to 8%, and a shipment volume decrease of 4% to 6%. LIFO income in the third quarter of 2022 is expected to be $35 million. We expect adjusted EBITDA, excluding LIFO in the range of $110 million to $120 million and earnings per diluted share in the range of $2.40 to $2.60.
Ryerson will host a conference call to discuss second quarter 2022 financial results for the period ended June 30, 2022, on Thursday, August 4th, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The live online broadcast will be available on the Company's investor relations website, ir.ryerson.com. A replay will be available at the same website for 90 days.
Ryerson is a leading value-added processor and distributor of industrial metals, with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China. Founded in 1842, Ryerson has around 4,000 employees in approximately 100 locations. Visit Ryerson at www.ryerson.com.
1EPS is Earnings per Share
2For EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA excluding LIFO please see Schedule 2
3Net Debt is defined as Long Term Debt plus Short Term Debt less Cash and Cash Equivalents and excludes Restricted Cash
4Book value of Equity is defined as Total Assets less Total Liabilities
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Introducing the best sandwiches in Subway history: The Subway Series is now available nationwide, an all-new menu that builds on last summer's Eat Fresh Refresh
MILFORD, Conn., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Subway® restaurants today unveiled the Subway Series, a lineup of 12 all-new signature sandwiches ordered by name or number. These new mouthwatering sandwiches are the perfect combination of meat, cheese, vegetables, sauce and freshly baked bread, allowing guests to explore new options beyond their beloved build-your-own customization. To celebrate the most significant menu update in its nearly 60-year history, Subway is inviting America to experience these perfect signature subs on July 12, as it gives away up to one million free Subway Series sandwiches.
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The all-new Subway Series continues the transformation journey Subway began last summer with the Eat Fresh® Refresh which introduced more than 20 new and refreshed ingredients to its menu. Since then, Subway's team of culinary experts spent more than a year applying six decades of sandwich skill and testing hundreds of recipes to create the 12 sandwiches that earned a coveted spot on The Subway Series menu. Each recipe is crafted to deliver maximum crave and highlight the brand's refreshed ingredients in new and unexpected ways. Subway has also introduced a new menu and ordering system that makes it easier for guests to order. Instead of picking your ingredients and toppings throughout the ordering process, guests simply say a sandwich number or name and six-inch or footlong.
While guests are still able to order their go-to customized classic, Subway is encouraging fans across America to try the best sandwich they've never created. On July 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. local time, up to one million free 6-inch Subway Series subs will be offered across the nation. Guests have the opportunity to visit a participating Subway location during this timeframe and pick one free sandwich from the 12 new Subway Series sandwiches.
"The Subway Series is the most ambitious undertaking in company history, as we are changing the nearly 60-year-old blueprint that helped make Subway a global phenomenon," said Trevor Haynes, President, North America at Subway. "Last summer's Eat Fresh Refresh laid the foundation to build a better Subway, and now the Subway Series enhances the entire Subway guest experience – proof that we continue to improve and get way better. Whether you leave the sandwich-making to us or are craving your custom creation, there are more reasons than ever to make Subway your dining destination."
Each of the Subway Series sandwich recipes brings out the best of Subway, using the best bread, protein and add-ons in the brand's history. Complementary flavors and an expertly crafted balance of proteins, cheese, sauces and fresh vegetables are designed to maximize taste and crave. The Subway Series menu is divided into four categories with three sandwiches each:
- Cheesesteaks: #1 The Philly, #2 The Outlaw™, #3 The Monster™
- Italianos: #4 Supreme Meats, #5 Bella Mozza, #6 The Boss
- Chicken: #7 The MexiCali, #8 The Great Garlic™, #9 The Champ™
- Clubs: #10 All-American Club®, #11 Subway Club®, #12 Turkey Cali Club™
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About Subway® Restaurants
As one of the world's largest quick service restaurant brands, Subway serves freshly made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, salads and bowls to millions of guests, across more than 100 countries in more than 37,000 restaurants every day. Subway restaurants are owned and operated by Subway® franchisees – a network that includes more than 20,000 dedicated entrepreneurs and small business owners – who are committed to delivering the best guest experience possible in their local communities.
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Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit that sought to block New York’s investigation of his business practices
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge on Friday dismissed Donald Trump’s lawsuit against New York Attorney General Letitia James, allowing her civil investigation into his business practices to continue.
In a 43-page ruling, U.S. District Judge Brenda Sannes said she based her decision on case law that, in most cases, bars federal judges from interfering in state-level investigations.
Sannes’ ruling came a day after a New York appeals court ruled that Trump must answer questions under oath in James’ probe, upholding a lower-court ruling requiring him to sit for a deposition.
A message seeking comment was left with Trump’s lawyers.
Trump sued James in December, just after she issued a subpoena for his testimony, resorting to a familiar but seldom successful strategy in an attempt to end the three-year investigation.
Through his lawyers, the Republican former president alleged that the probe was political in nature and that James, a Democrat, had violated his constitutional rights in a “thinly-veiled effort to publicly malign Trump and his associates.”
James responded that Trump’s lawsuit was a sudden “collateral attack” on her investigation and that there was no legal basis for it and no evidence to support his claim that the probe is purely political.
At a May 13 hearing that precipitated Sannes’ ruling Friday, a lawyer for James’ office said the probe is winding down and that evidence from it could support legal action against the former president, his company, or both.
The lawyer, Andrew Amer, said “there’s clearly been a substantial amount of evidence amassed that could support the filing of an enforcement proceeding,” although a final determination on filing such an action has not been made.
Amer, a special litigation counsel in James’ office, said the office is “nearing the end” of the civil investigation, which James has said uncovered evidence Trump’s company misstated the value of assets like skyscrapers and golf courses on financial statements for more than a decade.
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WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — “They want to know if they can drink,” went the inquiry from one card distributor to a steward at Wimbledon Park as hundreds of tents in all hues dotted the still-green grass.
“Drink? Like, ‘drink’ drink? Why not?” arrived the hushed reply, quickly, conspiratorially, followed by, “But you didn’t hear it from me.”
Ah, yes, the Wimbledon Queue is back in all of its pre-pandemic glory, reappearing in a rather “nature is healing” manner, three years after its previous presence, giving people a way to wait in line to gain access to tickets — for a fee, of course — so they can attend matches at the grass-court Grand Slam tennis tournament that began Monday.
“Such a cool place to be. You meet people you’ve never met. You make a weekend of it. And then there’s the thrill of getting a seat at a court,” said Graham Auld, a 29-year-old from Newcastle. “It’s so worth it — the trip, the camping, the waiting, all of it. It’s brilliant.”
It is an event unto itself, a happening, with long-term devotees and first-timers alike, sharing a fondness for tennis and the camaraderie that comes with sharing a field-as-home for a night or more with friends or family or folks who had been total strangers.
Auld, who said he works in the financial sector, had just gotten back to the park on Sunday evening, carrying two pizzas in red cardboard boxes, providing sustenance for himself and two pals after a game of cricket against other queue types they’d encountered.
Auld’s group got to the area at about 6 a.m. on Sunday, eight hours before the sanctioned start. The process: You find your place at the back of the line, receive a numbered “ticket” — which isn’t really a ticket to get into the All England Club, but a card to prove where your spot is — set up a temporary residence, make use of the toilets and water dispensers and food trucks on site, and start biding the time until the stewards’ wakeup call at 6 a.m.
That’s when tents and other belongings can be stored at a temporary office. At 7:30 a.m., the line begins moving, winding around the park, through an adjacent park and eventually to the ticket-buying window less than a half-mile (kilometer) away at the tournament grounds.
This is unique among Grand Slam tournaments, and there are about 500 tickets available daily over the first 10 days for Centre Court — which on Monday featured matches involving six-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic and a pair of popular British players, two-time winner Andy Murray and reigning U.S. Open champ Emma Raducanu — another 500 or so each for No. 1 Court and No. 2 Court, and several thousand grounds passes, which allow access to all smaller courts and cost 27 pounds (about $33) on Day 1.
The All England Club said Monday there were 431 tents at the park overnight and that 2,808 cards were distributed by 7 a.m.
In possession of card No. 1 was Brent Pham, a 32-year-old property manager from Irvine, California, who showed up Friday at around 11 p.m. — far too early to get in the official Queue — and initially staked his claim to first-in-line status by waiting on the sidewalk outside Wimbledon Park.
Eventually, he and others were told to move to another grass field for a temporary, unofficial, lower-case queue, until being allowed to get in the true Queue on Sunday.
“Coming this early, I thought I would be No. 1, but there was still that bit of doubt whether I would be,” said Pham, who participated in the Queue for the second time and calls himself a big Serena Williams fan but was eager to watch Djokovic on Monday. “I like the fact that you can’t just buy your way into the tournament, no matter the price. People who take the effort to wait get rewarded. That’s a good system, in my opinion.”
Wimbledon was canceled entirely in 2020 because of COVID-19, and when the competition returned a year ago with restrictions limiting crowd sizes, the Queue was scrapped.
Full crowds were out in force Monday, as was the Queue.
“The fact that we didn’t have it last year really emphasized to everybody the significance and importance of it. It was hugely missed. The reason why the Queue is important is not because we think people enjoying queuing, particularly in the U.K. … but it’s really about accessibility,” All England Club CEO Sally Bolton said. “It does also include lots of joy and excitement, and a festival atmosphere up in the park.”
That certainly was on display, from the bottles of Champagne and fine crystal glasses, to the cans of beer, to the emptying vodka bottles, to the man strumming a guitar for those who gathered ’round, to the impromptu games of soccer, volleyball and frisbee.
Katie and Toby — two 21-year-old students at Cardiff University in Wales, about 125 miles (200 kilometers) away, who asked that their last names not be used — got to the park a little after 7 p.m. on Sunday, with a gray tent, two sleeping bags, an air mattress, a picnic and change of clothes.
Toby was hoping to see three-time major champion Stan Wawrinka on Monday.
And Katie?
“Anyone,” she said. “Absolutely anyone.”
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Judge: Marjorie Taylor Greene is qualified for reelection
ATLANTA (AP) — A judge in Georgia on Friday found that U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is qualified to run for reelection, concluding that a group of voters who had challenged her eligibility failed to prove she engaged in insurrection after taking office. But the decision will ultimately be up to Republican Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger.
Before reaching his decision, state Administrative Law Judge Charles Beaudrot held a daylong hearing in April that included arguments from lawyers for the voters and for Greene, as well as extensive questioning of Greene herself. He also received extensive briefing from both sides.
State law says Beaudrot must submit his findings to Raffensperger, who has to decide whether Greene should be removed from the ballot.
A Raffensperger spokesperson said in an email that the secretary of state had received Beaudrot’s recommendation and “will release his final decision soon.”
The challenge to Greene’s eligibility was filed by voters who allege the GOP congresswoman played a significant role in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot that disrupted Congress’ certification of Joe Biden’s presidential election victory. That puts her in violation of a seldom-invoked part of the 14th Amendment having to do with insurrection and makes her ineligible to run for reelection, they argue.
During the April 22 hearing on the challenge, Ron Fein, a lawyer for the voters who filed the challenge, noted that in a TV interview the day before the attack at the U.S. Capitol, Greene said the next day would be “our 1776 moment.” Lawyers for the voters said some supporters of then-President Donald Trump used that reference to the American Revolution as a call to violence.
“In fact, it turned out to be an 1861 moment,” Fein said, alluding to the start of the Civil War.
Greene is a conservative firebrand and Trump ally who has become one of the GOP’s biggest fundraisers in Congress by stirring controversy and pushing baseless conspiracy theories. During the recent hearing, Greene was questioned under oath. She repeated the unfounded claim that widespread fraud led to Trump’s loss in the 2020 election, said she didn’t recall various incendiary statements and social media posts attributed to her and denied ever supporting violence.
Greene acknowledged encouraging a rally to support Trump but she said she wasn’t aware of plans to storm the Capitol or to disrupt the electoral count using violence. Greene said she feared for her safety during the riot and used social media posts to encourage people to be safe and to remain calm.
The challenge to her eligibility is based on a section of the 14th Amendment that says no one can serve in Congress “who, having previously taken an oath, as a member of Congress ... to support the Constitution of the United States, shall have engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the same.” Ratified shortly after the Civil War, it was meant in part to keep representatives who had fought for the Confederacy from returning to Congress.
Greene “urged, encouraged and helped facilitate violent resistance to our own government, our democracy and our Constitution,” Fein said, concluding: “She engaged in insurrection.”
James Bopp, a lawyer for Greene, argued that his client engaged in protected political speech and was, herself, a victim of the attack on the Capitol, not a participant.
Beaudrot wrote that there’s no evidence that Greene participated in the attack on the Capitol or that she communicated with or gave directives to people who were involved.
“Whatever the exact parameters of the meaning of ‘engage’ as used in the 14th Amendment, and assuming for these purposes that the Invasion was an insurrection, Challengers have produced insufficient evidence to show that Rep. Greene ‘engaged’ in that insurrection after she took the oath of office on January 3, 2021,” he wrote.
Greene’s “public statements and heated rhetoric” may have contributed to the environment that led to the attack, Beaudrot wrote, but her statements are protected by the First Amendment right to free speech and expressing such political views, “no matter how aberrant they may be” before she was sworn in as a member of Congress does not amount to insurrection.
The challenge to Greene’s eligibility to run for reelection was filed by five voters who live in her district, and the procedure for such a challenge is outlined in Georgia law. Beaudrot’s decision is not binding on Raffensperger, who must determine if Green is qualified to run for reelection.
Once Raffensperger makes his decision, either side has 10 days to appeal it in Fulton County Superior Court. Raffensperger is facing a Republican primary challenge on the May 24 ballot after he refused to bend to pressure from Trump to overturn Joe Biden’s victory in Georgia. Raffensperger has decried the 2021 attack on the Capitol, writing in his book that he found it “highly objectionable” that “people are now trying to minimize what happened on January 6.”
The Georgia complaint was filed by Free Speech for People, a national election and campaign finance reform group, on behalf of the five voters. The group filed similar challenges in Arizona and North Carolina.
Greene has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the legitimacy of the law that the voters are using to try to keep her off the ballot. That suit is pending.
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LOS ANGELES, April 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "Horrorscope," the novel written in 2014 about a psychic who is extorted to provide predictions to the mafia, has been adapted to become a graphic novel. ESW Management is representing the rights.
The graphic novel, which was recently released, provides in graphic detail the story of a woman who has the ability to predict the future. While at a baseball game with a friend's son, she calls every play. Unfortunately, the head of the Nicolo mafia crime family was sitting behind her to witness her gift.
When it appears her powers begin to control "the boss," the underboss has her murdered, which causes a physical manifestation of the signs of the Zodiac, who then seek revenge for her murder.
The novel, and graphic novel are available at Amazon.com. A sequel in the works pins the Western Zodiac with the Chinese Zodiac's in an all-out war against one another.
"There is simply nothing like "Horrorscope," says Jesse Stenger, who manages the authors. "When you're watching constant remakes of movies over and over again, this is a refreshing and remarkable story line."
Kirkus Reviews gave the graphic novel a glowing review, which is rare for an independent group of writers.
In the Kirkus Review, they called "Horrorscope" "A distinctive horror tale with stark characters and radiant artwork."
With a majority of streaming productions being adapted from graphic novels, Stenger believes the next step is an obvious one.
"Horrorscope" will most definitely end up as a television series on one of the streaming media outlets, and although the silence was deafening when the novel itself came out, that all changed the moment it became a graphic novel and we are excited to see where we know it will end up," says Stenger.
The book is also available in audiobook format at online audio retailer Audible, an Amazon company.
"Interestingly, Narada Michael Walden, who produced the best-selling soundtrack of all time, Whitney Houston's "The Bodyguard," has already written a theme song for 'Horrorscope' and we haven't even begun producing yet. He just sees what we do."
"It's not a matter of if, it's a matter only of when "Horrorscope" is produced with real actors. It's an incredible story, and there is nothing to compare it with, which is rare these days. Everything is a repeat of something else. Not this," says Stenger.
Kirkus Review of "Horrorscope" - https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/--73/horrorscope-the-graphic-novel/
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Topeka man arrested after meth, hallucenogenics allegedly found in car
JACKSON CO., Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka man has been arrested in Jackson Co. after meth and hallucinogenics were allegedly found in his car.
The Jackson Co. Sheriff’s Office says just after 8:40 p.m. on Thursday, May 12, deputies stopped a car near U.S. Highway 75 and 110th Rd. for a traffic violation.
During the stop, deputies said a K9 was deployed and signaled that there were possibly drugs in the car. The vehicle was searched and deputies said they found methamphetamine and hallucinogenic drugs inside.
Deputies said Jarod Woodrow Mosiman, 38, of Topeka, was booked into jail for possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving while suspended.
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Phony document lands on court docket in Trump search case
WASHINGTON (AP) — When a government document mysteriously appeared earlier this week in the highest profile case in the federal court system, it had the hallmarks of another explosive storyline in the Justice Department’s investigation into classified records stored at former President Donald Trump’s Florida estate.
The document, purported to be from the U.S. Treasury Department, claimed that the agency had seized sensitive documents related to last month’s search at Mar-a-Lago and included a warrant ordering CNN to preserve “leaked tax records.”
The document remained late Thursday on the court docket, but it is a clear fabrication. A review of dozens of court records and interviews by The Associated Press suggest the document originated with a serial forger behind bars at a federal prison complex in North Carolina.
The incident also suggests that the court clerk was easily tricked into believing it was real, landing the document on the public docket in the Mar-a-Lago search warrant case. It also highlights the vulnerability of the U.S. court system and raises questions about the court’s vetting of documents that purport to be official records.
The document first appeared on the court’s docket late Monday afternoon and was marked as a “MOTION to Intervene by U.S. Department of the Treasury.”
The document, sprinkled with spelling and syntax errors, read, “The U.S. Department of Treasury through the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Marshals Service have arrested Seized Federal Securities containing sensitive documents which are subject to the Defendant Sealed Search Warrant by the F.B.I. arrest.”
It cited a federal statute for collecting financial records in federal investigations. The document also included the two supposed warrants, one that claimed to be sent to CNN in Atlanta and another to a towing company in Michigan.
Those supposed warrants, though, are identical to paperwork filed in another case in federal court in Georgia brought by an inmate at the prison medical center in Butner, North Carolina. The case was thrown out, as were the array of other frivolous lawsuits the man has filed from his prison cell.
The man has been in custody for several years since he was found not competent to stand trial after an arrest for planting a fake explosive outside the Guardian Building, a skyscraper in Detroit. Since his incarceration, he has filed a range of lawsuits and has impersonated the Treasury Department, claimed to be a federal trustee and claimed to be a lawyer for the Justice Department, a review of court records shows.
In the Georgia case, the man alleged that Trump and others had “acquired ‘millions of un-redacted classified tax returns and other sensitive financial data, bank records and accounts of banking and tax transactions of several million’ Americans and federal government agencies,” court documents say.
The judge in that case called his suit “fanatic” and “delusional,” saying there was no way to “discern any cognizable claim” from the incoherent filings.
The man has repeatedly impersonated federal officials in court records and has placed tax liens on judges using his false paperwork, two people familiar with the matter told the AP. Because of his history as a forger, his mail is supposed to be subjected to additional scrutiny from the Bureau of Prisons.
It’s unclear how the documents — the fake motion and the phony warrants — ended up at the court clerk’s office at the courthouse in West Palm Beach, Florida.
A photocopy of an envelope, included in the filing, shows it was sent to the court with a printed return address of the Treasury Department’s headquarters in Washington. But a postmark shows a Michigan ZIP code, and a tracking number on the envelope shows it was mailed Sept. 9 from Clinton Township, Michigan, the inmate’s hometown.
The AP is not identifying the inmate by name because he has a documented history of mental illness and has not been charged with a crime related to the filing.
“There is simply nothing indicating that he has any authorization to act on behalf of the United States,” the judge in the Georgia case wrote.
But despite the clear warning signs — including a stamp noting the Georgia case number on the phony warrants — the filing still made its way onto the docket.
Spokespeople for the Justice Department and the Treasury Department would not comment. They declined to answer on the record when asked if the document was false and why the government had not addressed it.
Representatives in the court clerk’s office and the magistrate judge overseeing the search warrant case did not respond to requests for comment.
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Associated Press writers Eric Tucker and Fatima Hussein in Washington, Kate Brumback in Atlanta and Anthony Izaguirre in Tallahassee, Florida, contributed to this report.
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ATLANTA, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Essex Furukawa Magnet Wire today released its first annual Sustainability Report, as well as announced its Carbon Reduction targets in association with Vision 2030. The report was created to show accountability and progress toward Vision 2030: A Sustainable Future, Our Driving Force and will be released annually going forward. Also included in the report are results and goals for achieving Zero Waste to Landfill at manufacturing facilities, Energy Reduction, and Renewable Energy targets.
Vision 2030 was created with three core values—Disruptive Innovation, Green Production, and Agile Digitization—designed to be foundational building blocks that will help Essex Furukawa change the magnet wire industry for the better.
The report, according to CEO Daniel Choi, is part of holding the company accountable to the goals that it has publicly set.
"The level of transparency shown in this report reflects the commitment made when first announcing Vision 2030 in April of last year," Choi said. "Essex Furukawa will continue to find ways to innovate and manufacture more efficiently, with less environmental impact, and Vision 2030 outlines our path to achieving those goals."
The 25-page report covers results from the last year and how they relate to the holistic approach to sustainability that the company has embraced. It reviews Zero Waste to Landfill, Energy Reduction, Renewable Energy, and Carbon Reduction as it relates to Green Production. It also includes how Essex Furukawa is embracing Disruptive Innovation, and the steps already made in pursuit of Agile Digitization goals.
Austin Robinson, Sustainability Project Manager for Essex Furukawa, said that through these consistent communication efforts Essex Furukawa will be able to establish transparency both internally and externally.
"As we strive to create a sustainable future, we must remain steadfast in analyzing our data, finding additional solutions, and embracing a leadership mentality in sharing the results," she said. "We have made tremendous strides in many areas that are detailed in this report.
"Ultimately, we are very proud of the efforts made and of those that will continue into the future."
This Vision 2030 journey that Essex Furukawa has set out on does not stop with this first report. It is just an initial outpost. In releasing our findings from the last calendar year, we view today's action as an acknowledgment of what has been done, benchmarking it, and then setting our course of action for the future. Vision 2030 will lead the next decade with new innovations, additional developments, and refinements to our process.
Essex Furukawa Magnet Wire LLC is the leading, global provider of magnet wire that is used by most major OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and industry leaders in the automotive, energy, industrial, and commercial & residential sectors. The Atlanta-based company is a global joint venture formed in 2020 between Essex Magnet Wire and Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., both leaders in magnet wire product development, and custom solutions. The combined entity, relying on the strengths of both Essex Magnet Wire and Furukawa Electric, draws on more than two centuries of combined experience and knowledge to push forward innovation while also remaining focused on delivering manufacturing excellence and outstanding customer service. essexfurukawa.com
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Warren Buffett-backed electric carmaker shrugs off China’s lockdowns
By Laura He, CNN Business
BYD, the Warren Buffett-backed Chinese electric vehicle maker, had a bumper month in the world’s largest car market, despite strict Covid lockdowns that have disrupted production and sales for many of its major rivals.
The company reported Tuesday that its sales of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids soared 313% in April from the same month a year ago. The Shenzhen-based carmaker sold a record number of 106,000 units last month in mainland China.
BYD was already off to a strong start to the year.
Sales for all its vehicles jumped 423% in the first quarter of this year, according to preliminary figures released last month. It is the second largest carmaker in China in terms of pure-EV sales, just behind Tesla.
The stellar performance in April showed that BYD is “totally resilient from the Shanghai City lockdown and [the] sector’s supply chain disruption,” wrote Citi analysts on Tuesday.
That’s thanks to its “vertical integrated supply chain,” they added. Apart from vehicles, BYD is a major manufacturer of both batteries and automotive chips, which it uses in its own cars and also sells to other auto makers.
This integrated business model made the company less vulnerable to supply chain disruptions during China’s ongoing lockdowns, while rivals had to cut back production because of chip and battery shortages.
Rivals hit
Nio said Sunday that it delivered only 5,074 vehicles in April, down 49% from March. The company had to suspend production for a few days last month as Covid restrictions hit suppliers in Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Jilin.
At least 27 Chinese cities are under some degree of Covid lockdown, affecting around 180 million residents, according to CNN’s latest calculations last week.
Li Auto also recorded a 62% plunge in car deliveries for April, compared with March, citing “supply chain problems.” In a statement on Sunday, Shen Yanan, co-founder and president of the company, said that some of its suppliers had stopped production entirely as Covid cases surged in the country.
“This had a great impact on our production for this month, resulting in delays in the delivery of new cars,” he said.
Tesla, which ranks first among pure-electric brands in China, hasn’t revealed its April sales data yet, but it will be closely watched given that it had to suspend production in Shanghai for a few weeks, starting March 28.
Elon Musk’s EV maker reported strong sales for March — it delivered 65,814 cars from its Shanghai factory, up 85% from a year earlier.
The company restarted production on April 19 — according to state-owned Xinhua, and even wrote a letter to the Shanghai government expressing its gratitude, according to Reuters.
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KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GeoBlue, the leader in high-tech, high-touch health insurance solutions for the globally mobile, announces the appointment of Simon Jackson as Chief Growth Officer, leading the organization's Sales, Client Management, and Sales Effectiveness teams.
Diego Fernández, President and CEO of GeoBlue said: "I am extremely excited to welcome Simon to GeoBlue's Executive Committee as our Chief Growth Officer. As market awareness and demand for our products continue to grow, Simon's extensive experience as a leader in the international benefits space will help us provide world-class solutions to the globally mobile and deliver on the high-touch, high-tech services people expect from GeoBlue."
Jackson joins GeoBlue from Mercer Health & Benefits, LLC, where he served as a Principal and Leader of Mercer's Expatriate Benefits Center of Excellence. He has over 20 years of sales and client management leadership experience working in the global benefits space at Bupa Global and UnitedHealthcare Global and has previously held roles such as Chief Commercial Officer, National Vice President of Sales, Director of Sales – Global Solutions, and Head of Sales and Account Management for both Europe and North America.
Jackson shares, "I am delighted to be joining GeoBlue to lead the growth team and to catapult GeoBlue to the next level. Having led Bupa Global's initial entry into the U.S. market in the early 2000s, and UnitedHealthcare Global's launch of their expatriate solutions in the early 2010s, I am keenly aware of the opportunities in the globally mobile benefits space. GeoBlue is uniquely positioned to support globally mobile customers and to take advantage of the opportunities that will arise in the future."
Jackson received his bachelor's degree from the University of the West of England, Bristol, has a certificate in Global Benefits Management, and was selected by Bupa to attend a Senior Executive Development program at the Roffey Park Leadership Institute.
Lynn Pina, Chief Marketing Officer, GeoBlue
lpina@geo-blue.com | +1- 610-263-3061
Owned and backed by 15 Blue Cross Blue Shield companies and Bupa Global, GeoBlue is the trade name for the international health insurance programs of Worldwide Insurance Services, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, GeoBlue's purpose is to simplify the international healthcare experience for the globally mobile. GeoBlue members have access to one of the largest care networks in the world, coupled with high-tech, high-touch services that enable them to fulfill their international aspirations. Whether it's executives doing business in Tokyo, students studying in Spain, or tourists traveling the world, the power of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield brand is always within reach. To learn more, visit about.geo-blue.com.
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HIDA, Japan, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Aug 02, 2022, with the recent surge in raw material prices and the continued scarcity of quercetin in the market, Alps Pharmaceutical Ind. Co., Ltd. (Hida, Japan, President: Osamu Ushimaru) announced that it has confirmed through human pharmacokinetic studies of its new quercetin formulation, EubioQuercetin, that the amount of quercetin used can be reduced to one quarter of the original amount.
Taking conventional quercetin supplements as an example, it is expected to reduce the recommended daily intake of 500 mg ~ 1,000 mg to 125 mg ~ 250 mg. EubioQuercetin is a completely new formulation that reproduces the characteristics of natural quercetin found in fruits and vegetables and has high water solubility and a high absorption rate.
"Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all generations." Health occupies a central position in the SDG 3, and quercetin is a supplement that plays a significant role in achieving this global goal. To accomplish this, Alps Pharmaceutical has spent many years researching natural quercetin and has finally succeeded in developing EubioQuercetin, a new quercetin formulation made from only safe and natural food ingredients.
It is also 240,000 times more water soluble than conventional commercially available quercetin and has the advantage of being available in a wide range of oral forms as well as capsules and tablets, making it accessible to people of all ages.
Furthermore, as a pioneer of medical phytochemicals, Alps is one of the few global pharmaceutical companies that not only produces natural quercetin glycosides but also cultivates its own plants containing them, which enables a stable global supply of the material.
"Natural quercetin, found in fruits and vegetables, is fully absorbed by the body and contributes to good health. But it is necessary to take large daily doses of commercial quercetin because it is not the natural form, and its absorption rate in the body is very low. There are artificial quercetin products on the market that have been enzymatically treated to increase absorption," says Dr. Mitsunori Ono, former visiting professor at Harvard Medical School Beth Israel Hospital, Boston.
"Now we need to consider the true purpose of supplements. Supplements are meant to top up the nutrients that we do not get enough of in our daily diet. Therefore, the supplements we take must be safe, unprocessed, available in their natural state, and contained in fruits and vegetables. This is the new paradigm for supplements in the SDG age. EubioQuercetin, a natural quercetin formulation, embodies this paradigm," he adds.
- EubioQuercetin will be unveiled at the Alps Pharmaceutical Ind. Co., Ltd. exhibit booth (No. 5286) at SupplySide West 2022 (11/2–11/4) in Las Vegas.
Alps Pharmaceutical Ind. Co., Ltd.
Since its founding in 1947, Alps Pharmaceutical has been engaged in not only the business of deriving active ingredients and extracts from natural sources but also the manufacturing of pharmaceutical drug substances. Today, the company's portfolio comprises flavonoids, glycyrrhizins, protamine, capsaicin, and various Kampo medicines, which are known for their ability to maintain and improve human health.
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PARIS, Sept. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dizal reported the promising safety and pharmacokinetic data from the global Phase I study of DZD1516 in patients with HER2 positive metastatic breast cancer (HER2+ MBC) who relapsed from multiple prior treatments at the 2022 European Society for Medical Oncology Annual Meeting.
Nearly 60% of patients with advanced HER2-positive breast cancer develop brain metastasis and the prognosis is extremely poor. DZD1516 is an oral, full blood-brain barrier (BBB) penetrant selective HER2 inhibitor for the treatment of HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer.
The Phase I study is enrolling HER2+ MBC patients who relapsed from or were intolerant to the standard of care (SoC). The primary objective is to evaluate the safety of DZD1516 and to define maximum tolerated dose (MTD). As of February 20, 2022, DZD1516 was explored in 22 HER2+ MBC patients from the USA and China, among whom nearly 70% had CNS metastases at baseline. Key findings are as follows:
- DZD1516 was well tolerated at doses ≤ 250 mg, and in consistent with its high selectivity, no wild-type EGFR-related AEs have been reported. Thus, 250 mg was defined as MTD.
- In patients, mean Kpuu,CSF was 2.1 for DZD1516 across the dose range, indicating full penetration of DZD1516 through human BBB.
- 18 patients had completed ≥ 1 post treatment RECIST assessment. With a median of 7 lines of prior systemic treatment (86% treated with HER2 TKI), the best antitumor efficacy in intracranial, extracranial and overall lesions was stable disease.
"Patients with HER2 positive breast cancer and brain metastasis have poor outcomes due to the limited therapies," said Dr. Xiaolin Zhang, CEO of Dizal, "Based on these promising findings, we will further explore the potential of DZD1516 as a new treatment option for this underserved patient population."
About 1516
DZD1516 is designed as an oral, potent, reversible, highly selective, and full blood-brain barrier (BBB) penetrant HER2 tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI), with more than 300-fold selectivity for HER2 compared to wild-type EGFR. It is well tolerated at doses ≤ 250 mg, twice daily. And in consistent with its high selectivity, no wild-type EGFR-related AEs have been reported. In patients, mean Kpuu,CSF is 2.1 for DZD1516 across the dose range, indicating full penetration of DZD1516 through human BBB.
About Dizal
Dizal is a clinical-stage, biopharmaceutical company, dedicated to the discovery and development of differentiated therapeutics for the treatment of cancer and immunological diseases. Deep-rooted in translational science and molecular design, it has established an internationally competitive portfolio of five clinical-stage assets with two leading assets in global pivotal studies.
About ESMO
The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) is the leading professional organization for medical oncology. With more than 25,000 members representing oncology professionals from over 160 countries worldwide, ESMO is the society of reference for oncology education and information. Found in 1975, ESMO's core mission is to improve the quality of cancer care, from prevention and diagnosis all the way to palliative care and patient follow-up. And it is to promote equal access to optimal cancer care for all patients. The 2022 annual ESMO Congress will be held in Paris, France, online and offline from 9-13 September. The congress presents the latest scientific developments in basic, translational and clinical cancer research and contextualizes new findings for practical implementation in everyday patient care.
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These forward-looking statements are based on the existing beliefs, assumptions, expectations, estimates, projections, and understandings of the management of Dizal with respect to future events at the time these statements are made. These statements are not a guarantee of future developments and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors, some of which are beyond Dizal's control and are difficult to predict. Consequently, actual results may differ materially from information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of future changes or developments in our business, Dizal's competitive environment, and political, economic, legal, and social conditions.
Dizal, the Directors, and the employees of Dizal assume (a) no obligation to correct or update the forward-looking statements contained on this site; and (b) no liability in the event that any of the forward-looking statements does not materialize or turn out to be incorrect.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — There are a few things in life that can be better than getting intimate with the person you love, and a dessert restaurant in Plano states very clearly that its desserts are, in fact, Better Than Sex.
Now, Better Than Sex, A Dessert Restaurant is ready to seduce your tastebuds with a new and improved Between My Red Velvet Sheets Cheesecake. Starting Sep. 8, diners will be able to give their newest version of its red velvet cheesecake a try.
“We are ecstatic to introduce a newer version of our Between My Red Velvet Sheets Cheesecake with its silky and sensual texture,” said Len Johnson, CEO & Co-Founder of Better Than Sex. “We’ve massaged the recipe for this creamy cheesecake that we’re sure will delight the senses and is one that guests can indulge in with that special person or persons.”
A press release states that the restaurant backs the idea of size mattering and its new dessert is taking cheesecake that has some girth to it and laying it down on top of a dark chocolate cookie crust. “The cheesecake is covered in a silky chocolate frosting and a tease of strawberry that will tantalize your senses.”
Here’s what you need to know about Better Than Sex Plano:
“Better Than Sex Plano features some of the best desserts in an intimate speakeasy-like setting. With the downtown historic district as the backdrop we are the perfect destination for a romantic date night, to celebrate a special occasion, or spend time with just a few friends. There is plenty of parking and things to do around us. Even if you aren’t a big fan of sweets we welcome you to try one of our famous chocolate or caramel rimmed wines, beers, or house made cocktails.”
Better Than Sex, A Dessert Restaurant | https://cw33.com/lifestyle/food-and-drink/plano-dessert-shop-gives-its-red-velvet-cheesecake-a-seductive-makeover/ | 2022-09-01T19:12:51Z |
NEW YORK, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives, Inc. ("IEA" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: IEA), in connection with the proposed acquisition of the Company by MasTec, Inc. ("MasTec") (NYSE: MTZ). Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive $14.00 per share in cash and 0.0483 shares of MasTec common stock for each IEA share owned, representing implied per-share merger consideration of approximately $49.03 based upon MasTec's July 22, 2022 closing price of $72.52.
If you own IEA shares and wish to discuss this investigation or have any questions concerning this notice or your rights or interests, visit our website:
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Weiss Law is investigating whether (i) IEA's board of directors acted in the best interests of Company shareholders in agreeing to the proposed transaction, (ii) the per-share merger consideration adequately compensates IEA's shareholders, and (iii) all information regarding the sales process and valuation of the transaction will be fully and fairly disclosed.
Weiss Law has litigated hundreds of stockholder class and derivative actions for violations of corporate and fiduciary duties. We have recovered over a billion dollars for defrauded clients and obtained important corporate governance relief in many of these cases. If you have information or would like legal advice concerning possible corporate wrongdoing (including insider trading, waste of corporate assets, accounting fraud, or materially misleading information), consumer fraud (including false advertising, defective products, or other deceptive business practices), or anti-trust violations, please email us at stockinfo@weisslawllp.com
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PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flatfeecorp.com, a managed marketplace for overseas office services supporting small to mid-sized companies' global expansion, announced the launch of new websites in Spanish (https://flatfeecorp.com/es) and Portuguese (https://flatfeecorp.com/pt) for companies in the fast growing Latin American countries increasingly entering into the global marketplace through the Internet.
With the growth of global e-commerce platforms, more local sellers in the LatAm countries have discovered a much greater global market outside of their home countries. Flatfeecorp.com is now supporting those sellers by helping them register foreign trademarks, set up local companies, maintain local staff and comply with local tax requirements.
Flatfee's decision to add those languages and customer services in those regions is a reflection of the increasing importance of developing countries in supplying the global consumer market through the Internet.
It is traditionally very difficult for a small company to sell internationally. The cost of local compliance outside of their home country can get very high, especially with language differences. There is simply no single-solution provider out there to provide compliance and service solutions to support small businesses' global operations. Flatfeecorp.com is an innovative managed marketplace offering standard corporate, human resource, intellectual property, and tax compliance solutions to those underserved companies.
LatAm regional manager Alfonso Gutierrez is the main driving force behind this strategic move. Alfonso has extensive connections and business relationships in LatAm, the United States and Asia, and said, "a main obstacle for companies establishing a local market presence, however, is the lack of familiarity with the foreign legal and compliance environment. Our team is confident that we can make the process easier and more affordable for everyone in Latin America who wants to sell globally."
Flatfee's Chief Executive Officer Ning Zhang said LatAm is a very promising market for Flatfee due to the increasing global needs for LatAm commodities and goods, and lack of local service providers possessing integrated service capacities.
Flatfeecorp.com is based in California with offices in the UK, China, France among other regions. Flatfee has a dedicated team servicing the LatAm region based in Texas and Peru.
View https://flatfeecorp.com/es (Spanish) and https://flatfeecorp.com/pt (Portuguese) to explore how any LatAm-based companies can recruit or sell internationally with significantly lower costs on administration services outside of their home countries.
Media contact: Alfonso Gutierrez, alfonso@flatfeecorp.com
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Canton teen faces new charges in 6-year-old King Pleasant's shooting death
CANTON – A Canton boy previously charged in the shooting death of his 6-year-old neighbor, King Pleasant, is facing a new set of charges.
The then-11-year-old fatally shot Pleasant near their homes in the 500 block of 19th Street NW on Sept. 14, 2020, according to investigators.
More:Stark judge dismisses reckless homicide charge in shooting death of 6-year-old boy
The teen, now 13, maintained the gun accidentally discharged while the two were playing with the firearm, which was stolen and never reported.
Canton police have not determined how the firearm ended up in the child's hands and no adults have been charged.
More:Tracing the `stolen' gun that killed 6-year-old King Pleasant
Three new criminal complaints filed in King Pleasant's death
The Canton Police Department late last month filed three new criminal complaints against the juvenile.
He now faces one count of reckless homicide and one count of tampering with evidence – both third-degree felonies – and one count of discharging firearms, a fourth-degree misdemeanor.
According to the juvenile complaints filed in Stark County Family Court, the boy fired the gun that struck King Pleasant and threw it between a fence and garage behind a residence prior to running home. The discharging charge accuses him of illegally firing in the city.
The 13-year-old was set to appear for arraignment at Stark County Family Court on Monday, but the hearing is continued until Aug. 16.
The Stark County Prosecutor's Office requested a special prosecutor due to a conflict of interest, which was granted by the court.
The Summit County Prosecutor's Office has been assigned special prosecutor.
Judge previously dismissed charges
In February 2021, Stark County Family Court Judge David Nist ruled the same juvenile was not mentally fit enough to understand the legal proceedings against him and could not be restored to competency for trial within the six months required by Ohio law.
Pleasant's family protested the dismissal and the city leading up to the defendant's arrest.
More:Canton family's protests continue on behalf of 6-year-old: 'Long Live King'
The juvenile's family could not be reached for comment Monday about the new charges.
Calls to Pleasant's family attorney were not immediately returned as well as the Stark County Prosecutor's Office.
(Editors Note: Staff writer Cassandra Nist is no relation to Stark County Family Court Judge David Nist,)
Reach Cassandra cnist@gannett.com; Follow on Twitter @Cassienist | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/2022/07/11/canton-teen-faces-new-charges-6-year-old-neighbors-death/10030835002/ | 2022-07-11T20:33:39Z |
- CPR & first-aid kits, funded through a recent Duke Energy Foundation grant, will help train students and teachers on lifesaving skills
(American Heart Association issued the following news release.)
TAMPA BAY, Fla., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Every year, 350,000 people die from cardiac arrest in the United States. Less than half of bystanders intervene to give lifesaving CPR. Thanks to a collaboration with the American Heart Association and the Duke Energy Foundation, thousands of new lifesavers in Pasco and Citrus County schools will soon be ready to respond with CPR & first-aid kits if they are needed.
Just in time for students and staff heading back to school, the American Heart Association, with help from a $50,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation, will assist schools within Duke Energy Florida's service area in providing required CPR training to ninth- and 11th-grade students, as well as recommend basic training in first aid and CPR for all students every two years starting in sixth grade.
"We know that 70% of cardiac arrest events that happen outside of the hospital happen at home," said Amanda Palumbo, executive director of the American Heart Association Tampa Bay. "Hands-only CPR can double or even triple a person's chance of survival. By teaching students this lifesaving skill, we're making this community safer for everyone."
The American Heart Association and Duke Energy Foundation want students, teachers and staff to know how to help in an emergency. Schools received easy-to-use CPR & first-aid kits with lesson plans, training DVDs and AED training simulators that will help teach the lifesaving skills of CPR, how to use an AED and how to help during sports related emergencies.
The Duke Energy Foundation's support will also ensure that the American Heart Association can provide dedicated in-person trainings in Pasco and Citrus counties, and can support countywide refinement of cardiac emergency response plans to reduce death from cardiac arrest in school settings.
"Safety is at the forefront of everything we do at Duke Energy," said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president. "We are proud to work alongside the American Heart Association to provide additional CPR kits to middle and high schools throughout our service areas. Together, we are equipping teachers, students and staff with the skills and means to save lives and keep our communities safe."
Schools slated to received CPR kits from the Duke Energy Foundation grant during the 2022-2023 school year include: Anclote High School, F.K. Marchman Technical, Gulf High School, J.W. Mitchell High School, Sunlake High School, Zephyrhills High School, Wendell Krinn Technical High School, Paul R. Smith Middle School, Chasco Middle School, Bayonet Point Middle School, Gulf Middle School, Seven Springs Middle School, Charles S. Rushe Middle School, R.B. Stewart Middle School, Centennial Middle School, Starkey Ranch K-8 School, Citrus High School, Crystal River High School and Lecanto High School.
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public's health and share lifesaving resources. The Dallas-based organization has been a leading source of health information for nearly a century. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, Twitter or by calling 800.AHA.USA1.
The Duke Energy Foundation provides more than $30 million annually in philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation is funded by Duke Energy shareholders.
Duke Energy media contact: Audrey Stasko
Cell: 315.877.3031
Media line: 800.559.3853
Twitter: @DE_AudreyS
American Heart Association media contact: Johnny Johnson
Phone: 727.563.8074
Email: johnny.johnson@heart.org
For public inquiries: 800.AHA.USA1 (242.8721)
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Pfizer seeks OK of updated COVID vaccine booster for fall
(AP) - Pfizer asked U.S. regulators Monday to authorize its combination COVID-19 vaccine that adds protection against the newest omicron relatives — a key step toward opening a fall booster campaign.
The Food and Drug Administration ordered vaccine makers to tweak their shots to target BA.4 and BA.5 that are better than ever at dodging immunity from earlier vaccination or infection.
If the FDA quickly clears the combo shots made by Pfizer and its partner BioNTech, boosters could be offered within weeks. The U.S. has a contract to buy 105 million of the updated Pfizer doses as soon as health authorities greenlight them, and the company said doses are ready to ship.
Moderna is expected to file a similar application soon, and the U.S. has a contract to buy 66 million doses of its updated vaccine.
“It’s going to be really important that people this fall and winter get the new shots. It’s designed for the virus that’s out there,” White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha said last week.
For now at least. BA.5 currently is causing nearly all COVID-19 infections in the U.S., and much of the world. There’s no way to know if it still will be a threat this winter -- or if another mutant will have replaced it.
The news comes after Britain a week ago became the first in the world to authorize a different update to Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines -- shots that add protection against the original omicron that struck last winter.
The U.S. opted not to use that earlier tweak to the vaccine -- setting up a fall where different countries will be using different versions of booster shots to rev up protection against another possible winter surge.
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Crosby’s status clouds Rangers-Penguins as Game 6 looms
By WILL GRAVES
AP Sports Writer
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins may have to try and close out the New York Rangers without captain Sidney Crosby. Crosby left in the second period of a Game 5 loss with an upper-body injury following a hit from New York’s Vincent Trouba. Crosby’s status is uncertain with Pittsburgh holding a 3-2 edge in the series. Florida and Calgary also have 3-2 leads in their respective series against Washington and Dallas. Both the Panthers and Flames used late comebacks in Game 5 to move within one win of advancing to the second round. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/12/crosbys-status-clouds-rangers-penguins-as-game-6-looms/ | 2022-05-12T19:42:19Z |
TULSA, Okla., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE: OKE) will participate in the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference on June 1-2, 2022, in New York City.
ONEOK's latest investor materials are available at www.oneok.com.
ONEOK, Inc. (pronounced ONE-OAK) (NYSE: OKE) is a leading midstream service provider and owner of one of the nation's premier natural gas liquids (NGL) systems, connecting NGL supply in the Rocky Mountain, Mid-Continent and Permian regions with key market centers and an extensive network of natural gas gathering, processing, storage and transportation assets.
ONEOK is a FORTUNE 500 company and is included in the S&P 500.
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LEIPZIG, Germany, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management (HHL) has achieved 19th place worldwide and third place in Germany in the annual ranking of the Financial Times. This makes HHL's Master in Management program one of the best in the world. According to the ranking published today, HHL graduates earn higher salaries than graduates of all other German business schools three years after graduation. In a European comparison, their salaries are in second place, and they rank in third place worldwide. The employment rate three months after graduation is 100 percent.
Prof. Dr. Stephan Stubner, HHL Rector comments,
"Being ranked among the world's top 20 business schools confirms our goal of providing a first-class education and proves the high quality that our students bring to their workplace."
As the first business school in the German-speaking world, HHL was founded by entrepreneurs in 1898 as the Commercial College of Leipzig. Since then, HHL has always been a pioneer in the world of academia. It was the first German business school to receive an international AACSB accreditation as a seal of approval and one of the first to establish a Chair of Business Ethics. With the first university-level part-time master's program, HHL is helping to reconcile work and family life. HHL's goal is to train efficient and responsible managers with an entrepreneurial mindset.
On October 8, the school will celebrate its reestablishment 30 years ago, grounded in the change of the political system that was occurring in Germany at the time. Press representatives are cordially invited! The Prime Minister of Saxony and the Mayor of the City of Leipzig will deliver addresses to mark the occasion.
Contact : E.Echterhoff@hhl.de; Tel: +49 341 98 51 614
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NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention AbbVie Inc. ("AbbVie") (NYSE: ABBV) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between April 30, 2021 and August 31, 2021.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in AbbVie, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
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ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against AbbVie includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) safety concerns about Pfizer Inc.'s drug Xeljanz extended to Abbvie's drug Rinvoq and to other Janus kinase enzyme inhibitor drugs; (2) as a result, it was likely that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration would require additional safety warnings for Rinvoq and would delay the approval of additional treatment indications for Rinvoq; and (3) therefore, defendants' statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: June 6, 2022
Aggrieved AbbVie investors only have until June 6, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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Independent business ownership model empowers veterinarians to open practices in PetSmart store locations
PHOENIX, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PetSmart is leveraging its size and scale to help veterinarians realize their dreams of owning a business with the launch of PetSmart Veterinary Services (PVS). Through an independent business ownership model, PVS provides a complete solution for veterinarians to open their own franchised practice and connects pet parents with local, trusted veterinarians and more convenient vet hospital locations within PetSmart stores.
Individually owned veterinary medical practices have been shrinking at a record pace across the country. As the industry consolidates, many veterinarians have been out-priced and out-positioned in the market. PVS makes it possible for veterinarians to go independent and own their business, all at a fraction of the cost of starting a new practice on their own. Through PVS, veterinarians receive the support of an experienced team of dedicated industry experts as well as a location that can benefit from the built-in foot traffic of the PetSmart store.
"PetSmart already has one of the largest veterinary offerings with more than 700 partnering veterinary hospitals inside our stores providing convenient access to quality pet care," said J.K. Symancyk, president and CEO of PetSmart. "With the PVS independent ownership model, we can bring our size, capabilities and expertise as the leading pet retailer to support veterinarians seeking the independence and rewards of owning a practice. These efforts will provide critical veterinary care to the rising number of pets and pet parents and is an important part of our growth strategy to give our customers all the products, services, solutions and care they need within one location."
With space available for veterinarian hospitals inside PetSmart stores that are ready to be filled, each location will be outfitted with the most efficient, cutting-edge equipment for the veterinarian. PVS will also provide each practice owner with built-in resources for marketing, information technology, construction, training, reporting and ongoing consultation to allow providers to focus on doing what they love: providing the best care for patients while building lifelong relationships with pet parents.
"We're on a mission to empower veterinarians and ensure greater access to care for pets," said John Bork, senior vice president of vet health services at PetSmart. "We know these doctors will do Anything for Pets – they are the ones engaging with pet parents and providing expertise and care to pets of all kinds. With PetSmart Veterinary Services, we are able to support them in achieving their dreams and help them thrive as practice owners."
Over the past several years, there has been an increase in pet adoptions and veterinary practices are busier than ever. The record demand for vet services across the county can lead to burnout among veterinary professionals, as well as longer wait times and more barriers to care for pet parents and their pets. With PetSmart's large network of more than 1,660 stores, PVS has the potential to greatly increase access to veterinary care across the U.S., helping keep pets, and the doctors who care for them, healthier and happier.
To ensure the highest standard of care, every PVS hospital will be required to maintain American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation. AAHA is the sole organization that accredits veterinary practices in the U.S. Currently, only 15% of pet hospitals are AAHA accredited, giving PVS hospitals a competitive edge and pet parents more confidence in the care their beloved pet receives.
"We are committed to assisting and supporting these independent veterinarians through the AAHA accreditation process," said Dr. Jenifer Bruns, DVM, MPVM, vice president of vet business development for PetSmart. "Veterinarians choose this career because we want to help pets and their parents by providing the best care possible. This designation is one of the highest honors a practice can receive and represents a sense of pride for veterinarians to highlight their dedication to medical excellence and their patients."
Veterinarians interested in learning more about PVS can find more information at www.PetSmart.com/Veterinary-Ownership.
About PetSmart:
PetSmart LLC is the leading pet retailer offering products, services and solutions for the lifetime needs of pets. At PetSmart, we love pets and we believe pets make us better people. Every day with every connection, PetSmart's passionate associates help bring pet parents closer to their pets so together they can live more fulfilled lives. This vision impacts everything we do for our customers, the way we support our associates and how we give back to our communities.
PetSmart operates approximately 1,660 pet stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico, as well as more than 200 in-store PetSmart PetsHotel® dog and cat boarding facilities. We provide a broad range of competitively priced pet food and products, as well as services such as dog training, pet grooming, pet boarding, PetSmart Doggie Day Camp™ and pet adoption. All independent franchise ownership opportunities are offered through PetSmart's wholly owned subsidiary, PetSmart Veterinary Services, LLC.
PetSmart, PetSmart Charities® and PetSmart Charities® of Canada work with nearly 4,000 animal welfare organizations to bring adoptable pets into stores so they have the best chance possible of finding a forever home.
Through this in-store adoption program and other signature events, PetSmart has facilitated over 10 million adoptions, more than any other brick-and-mortar organization.
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NBC News journalists vexed by MSNBC’s move to hire White House press secretary Jen Psaki
By Oliver Darcy, CNN Business
NBC News journalists are troubled by and have expressed dismay to network executives about MSNBC’s intention to hire White House press secretary Jen Psaki when she exits the Biden administration, people familiar with the matter told CNN.
Noah Oppenheim, the NBC News president, even held an impromptu phone call Friday so that he could address the matter with vexed staffers from the Washington bureau, some of whom have complained to their superiors that the tentative hiring tarnishes the NBC News brand.
Oppenheim, attempting to quell the anger, reaffirmed the distinction on the call between NBC News and MSNBC’s opinion programming, some of the people familiar with the matter said.
Oppenheim, who does not oversee MSNBC, told the journalists that NBC News did not have a role in hiring Psaki. And he noted to those on the phone that they work for the NBC News brand and that the hires made for MSNBC’s opinion arm should be viewed as unrelated to their work, the people said.
“Here’s what he was saying: They have perspective programming. This was done on the perspective programming side. Not anything that reflects on NBC News,” one of the people, who was on the call, explained.
“People wanted answers on what NBC’s role was in this and NBC News had no role in this,” the person added. “This is MSNBC’s perspective programming.”
It is not unusual for politicians and government officials to sign deals with news organizations when they exit their positions. But Psaki’s tentative deal with MSNBC perturbed staffers because news of the negotiations between her and the network came while she is still in her post as White House press secretary.
Additionally, instead of hiring Psaki into the more typical post-White House role, such as a political analyst offering opinion and analysis on another person’s program, MSNBC intends to make her a host for a show that will stream on its Peacock platform.
Oppenheim told the journalists on the call he held to ignore the noise surrounding Psaki’s hire and to continue doing their jobs as normal, the people who spoke to CNN said.
Kristen Welker, chief White House correspondent for NBC News, did exactly that later in the day. She repeatedly pressed Psaki about the ethics related to her plans to host an MSNBC show while also continuing to serve as press secretary.
Oppenheim’s call, however, hasn’t fully stamped out the frustration among NBC News journalists, the people who spoke to CNN said.
As was first reported by Puck, Psaki engaged in talks with several television networks, including CNN, about potential jobs she could take after exiting the White House. While she has not officially signed a contract with MSNBC, the talks with the network are in the advanced stages and the two sides essentially have a handshake deal.
Psaki declined to comment on Wednesday. But a White House official previously told CNN that she had recused herself from interviews on NBC News and MSNBC.
A spokesman for NBC News and MSNBC declined to comment.
The drama around Psaki’s hiring has exposed a larger issue at play in the NBC Universal News Group: a rift between NBC News and MSNBC that is once again growing.
In fact, Psaki’s hiring wasn’t the first move that has irked some journalists at NBC News. “This has been a slow boil for a while,” one NBC News staffer said.
Some NBC News journalists were first bothered when MSNBC announced that it had hired Symone Sanders, the former senior spokesperson for Vice President Kamala Harris, to host a show on the weekends, people familiar with the matter said.
And NBC News journalists have watched closely as MSNBC has leaned into shows that prioritize commentary and perspective over those that emphasize hard news reporting since Rashida Jones took over as president of the network a little more than a year ago.
Jones replaced the 9 a.m. show with an additional hour of “Morning Joe” and filled the 11 p.m. hour, formerly occupied by Brian Williams, with Stephanie Ruhle. While Williams did offer his perspectives while at MSNBC, Ruhle is blunter in sharing her opinion.
“Rashida is unapologetic with what she’s doing with MSNBC,” an MSNBC staffer told CNN. “She has been clear about the network’s direction.”
Nevertheless, the moves by Jones have put the NBC News journalists who host shows on MSNBC in a delicate position.
On one hand, journalists such as Chuck Todd, Andrea Mitchell, Hallie Jackson, and others report to bosses at NBC News. But on the other hand, they also host shows on MSNBC, which means that — fairly or not — the cable news network’s actions do end up reflecting on them.
“It’s a challenge for all of them to navigate,” an NBC News staffer familiar with the internal dynamics told CNN.
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Federal officials investigating beating by Arkansas deputies, caught on video
MULBERRY, Ark. (AP) — Federal authorities said Monday they have started a civil rights investigation following the suspension of three Arkansas law enforcement officers after a video posted on social media showed two of them beating a man while a third officer held him on the ground.
The officers were responding to a report of a man making threats outside a convenience store Sunday in the small town of Mulberry, about 140 miles northwest of Little Rock, near the border with Oklahoma, authorities said.
Arkansas State Police said the agency would investigate the use of force. State police identified the suspect as Randal Worcester, 27, of Goose Creek, South Carolina.
The attorney for the two deputies said Monday that Worcester attacked one of the deputies, giving him a concussion.
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The video shows one officer punching the suspect with a clenched fist, while another can be seen hitting the man with his knee. The third officer holds him against the pavement.
In video recorded from a car nearby, someone yells at officers to stop hitting the man in the head. Two of the officers appear to look up and say something back to the person who yelled. The officers’ comments could not be heard clearly on the video.
“The fight was escalating with those officers, and you hear that woman on that video yelling and whoever that is, I think she could have saved his life,” said Carrie Jernigan, an attorney representing Worcester.
He was taken to a hospital, then released and booked into the Crawford County jail in Van Buren on multiple charges, including second-degree battery, resisting arrest and making terroristic threats, state police said.
Worcester was released Monday on $15,000 bond. When asked how he was feeling, he said “all right.” An attorney who escorted him from jail declined to comment on his behalf. Worcester was pushing a bicycle as he left the jail.
Worcester’s father declined to comment when contacted Monday by The Associated Press. He referred a reporter to a law firm representing the family. That firm said it was still trying to gather information and did not immediately have a comment on the video.
Two Crawford County sheriff’s deputies and one Mulberry police officer were suspended, city and county authorities said.
Worcester is white, according to jail booking information, and the three officers involved also appear to be white.
A Justice Department spokesperson said Monday that the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Arkansas, the FBI’s Little Rock Field Office and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division opened a civil rights investigation into the incident.
“The FBI and the Arkansas State Police will collect all available evidence and will ensure that the investigation is conducted in a fair, thorough, and impartial manner,” the Justice Department said in a statement. “The federal investigation is separate and independent from the ongoing state investigation.”
Crawford County Sheriff Jimmy Damante said before Worcester was arrested, an officer asked if he had any weapons on him, and he handed one over to the officer. Damante didn’t specify what type of weapon.
“They were about to take him into custody because of part of their investigation on the scene — that’s when he became violent,” Damante said.
The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office identified the three officers as Crawford County deputies Zack King and Levi White and Mulberry police officer Thell Riddle.
“I hold all my employees accountable for their actions and will take appropriate measures in this matter,” Damante said.
In a statement released Sunday evening, Mulberry Police Chief Shannon Gregory said the community and the department take the matter “very seriously.”
Gov. Asa Hutchinson, a Republican, told a news conference about the Justice Department’s plans to investigate. He described the beating as “reprehensible conduct” and said the officers’ actions were “not consistent” with the teachings of the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy.
Arkansas State Police Col. Bill Bryant said his agency’s investigation would “take some time.”
“Once we get the facts and evidence, we’ll prepare a case file and a summary and turn it over to the prosecutor,” Bryant said.
However, Russell Wood, a Russellville attorney for the two deputies, said in a statement Monday that White was answering a report of a terroristic threat when he encountered Worcester, who he said matched the complainant’s description of her assailant. At first, Worcester gave White a false identity, Wood said.
As White was checking that identity, Worcester “became irate and viciously attacked Deputy White by grabbing him by the legs, lifting him up and body-slamming him, headfirst, on the concrete parking lot,” Wood said. After White hit his head on the concrete, stunning him, Worcester climbed onto him and “began striking him on the back of the head and face,” the attorney said.
After Worcester struck him, White said he saw him fight with King and Riddle, Wood said. White then “re-engaged and used all force necessary to get the violent suspect under control and detained.”
White suffered a concussion, Wood said. The attorney called for the release of the full Mulberry police dash-cam video of the incident but said he had not yet received a response.
Jernigan said she had filed an excessive force complaint against one of the suspended officers on behalf of another client of hers about a month ago.
“To date, I had not heard anything back. But the description of what happened to my client in July versus that video seemed almost identical,” Jernigan said. “And so we’re just of the position it didn’t have to even take place yesterday.”
Cellphone video of often-violent police interactions has put a spotlight on officer conduct in recent years, particularly since the 2020 killing of George Floyd while he was being arrested by police in Minneapolis.
The resulting nationwide protests called attention to officer brutality that often targets Black Americans.
The front door at the building that serves as the Mulberry police headquarters and city hall was locked Monday. A sign on the door directed anyone with questions about “the police investigation” to contact Arkansas State Police.
It was unclear whether the officers were wearing body cameras.
Amid public pressure for transparency and the proliferation of videos exposing police misconduct, there has been some pushback against recording officers. In July, the governor of Arizona signed a bill that makes it illegal to knowingly record officers from 8 feet or closer without permission.
Mulberry is a town of 1,600 people on the southern edge of the Ozarks in western Arkansas, right off Interstate 40, which runs from California to North Carolina.
At Kountry Xpress, the convenience store and filling station where the beating happened, truck drivers stop frequently to fill up on fuel. Customers also buy meals, which include American and Indian cuisine.
Shasta Morse, a cashier at Kountry Xpress, said she was working when Worcester was arrested but she didn’t know about it until a customer told her later.
“It’s a little unnerving,” she said.
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This story has been corrected to fix the spelling of Randal Worcester. Authorities initially gave an incorrect spelling. The story has also corrected the location of where Worcester was taken. He was held at the Crawford County jail.
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Associated Press writers Jill Bleed in Little Rock, Arkansas, Jeffrey Collins in Columbia, South Carolina, and Terry Wallace in Dallas contributed to this report.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Before you panic, no, no rain is expected during Memorial Day Weekend in North Texas. However, June might start out with some rain in the region, here’s what NWS Fort Worth is saying.
“High pressure aloft will strengthen to our west next week, helping to push a cold front south into the area and provide our next chances for rain.”
Rain chances will begin on Wednesday, June 1, and will continue off-and-on through the end of the week. “It does not look like a wash-out, however, as at this time it looks like activity would be scattered and intermittent. Hopefully, we see some beneficial rain out of it, and at the least, we should see temperatures return to near-normal.”
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HOUSTON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA and Rice University leaders will host multiple events to celebrate the 60th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's historic speech at Rice Stadium in Houston, helping advance the agency's leadership in human spaceflight through multiple eras including Apollo Moon landings, space shuttle, International Space Station, and soon, Artemis missions.
The agency will provide live coverage of the final event at 11 a.m. CDT on Monday, Sept. 12, commemorating the speech on NASA Television, the NASA app, and the agency's website.
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson will be the keynote speaker. The program also features Johnson Space Center Director Vanessa Wyche as well as other agency officials, dignitaries, and local and national elected officials.
NASA leaders, including Nelson and Wyche, will be available to speak to media at Rice University at 9:30 a.m. on Monday. Media who want to attend commemoration events at Rice University, including interviewing NASA leaders, should RSVP in advance to Doug Miller, director of Rice News and Media Relations, at doug.miller@rice.edu or 713-348-6770.
Gates to the stadium will open to the public at 9 a.m. Monday. The event will feature exhibits from NASA, Space Center Houston, Rice University, and space industry partners, who will commemorate Kennedy's historic challenge and unprecedented commitment of resources that set a young space agency on the path to achieve the goal with the successfully landing Apollo 11 astronauts on the Moon July 20, 1969.
Today, NASA is preparing to launch the agency's Artemis I test flight to the Moon, a major step forward in the Artemis Generation of deep space exploration. The Space Launch System rocket will send the Orion spacecraft on the Artemis I flight test around the Moon and back to Earth, paving the way for future missions with crew.
Through Artemis missions, NASA will land the first woman and the first person of color on the Moon, using innovative technologies to explore more of the lunar surface than ever before for the benefit of all. In collaboration with commercial and international partners, NASA will establish the first long-term presence on the Moon. Then, humanity will use what it learns on and around the Moon to begin the next giant leap: sending the first astronauts to Mars.
Additional events and activities include at Rice University include:
Saturday, Sept. 10
- 10 a.m. – NASA pavilion and Industry and Research exhibits open to the public, free of charge.
- 11 a.m. – Space selfie on the Rice Stadium field, weather/clouds permitting. Details and registration at tinyurl.com/mr292zvm.
- 6:30 p.m. – Commemorative football game between the Rice University Owls and the McNeese State University Cowboys in Rice Stadium. Vanessa Wyche, director of the Johnson Space Center, will participate in the coin toss and members of NASA's Orion team will be honored.
Sunday, Sept. 11
- 10 a.m. – Community Day: NASA and industry exhibits open to the public
Monday, Sept. 12
- 9:30 a.m. – NASA leaders available to speak with media.
- 11 a.m. – As noted above, NASA will provide live coverage of the main event. Participants will include:
Reporters and photographers covering the events will be required to bring media identification. Credentialing for the Sept. 12 event will be conducted on-site.
Media parking will be located in the South Stadium lot, using Entrance 10 on University Boulevard near Montclair Drive.
Visitor parking will be free for attendees.
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Police: Olympian’s mother unintended victim of drug dispute
By DAVE COLLINS
Associated Press
Police say the mother of a Puerto Rican Olympian killed by a stray bullet in her Connecticut home was an unintended victim of a drug dispute that erupted into the firing of more than 20 gunshots. Mabel Martinez was shot in the head inside her Waterbury home on Saturday afternoon. Waterbury Police Chief Fernando Spagnolo said at a news conference on Tuesday that people in two cars got into a shootout outside Martinez’s home. No arrests have been announced. Police found the two cars and one of the owners, and are searching for other suspects. Martinez was the mother of Puerto Rican Olympic rifle shooter Yarimar Mercado Martinez. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/12/police-olympians-mother-unintended-victim-of-drug-dispute/ | 2022-04-12T16:45:11Z |
WASHINGTON, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Join us for the Inaugural 2022 Women's Forest Congress (WFC) in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Oct. 17-20—registration opens today. Hear diverse perspectives and benefit from our collective expertise as we come together to develop strategies and solutions to address the most pressing current and future challenges for forests. The WFC is a leading voice for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the forest community. Join us and make your voice heard on issues that are important to you and your organization.
Critical themes we are addressing at the Congress include leadership for equity and inclusion; workforce opportunities for increasing recruitment, retention, and leadership; women as catalysts for change; addressing today's greatest forest challenges; and supporting each other.
"We expect to attract up to 1,000 people, in-person and virtually, across North America's forest community. This unmatched networking opportunity will ensure the Inaugural 2022 Women's Forest Congress is a success that includes engagement leading up to and following the event as well as a chance to join the extraordinary community forming around the movement," said Asia Dowtin, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Urban and Community Forestry at Michigan State University, and a founding member of the WFC Steering Committee.
Sponsorships and donations will directly support hosting the Congress. As women continue to make their mark in the forest sector, we see this Congress playing a pivotal role in our shared journey to bringing diversity, equity, and inclusion to the forest community. Your organization's support will also help WFC with ongoing communications, virtual events leading up to the Congress, and the volunteer-led Steering Committee, Advisory Council, and Working Groups. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
WFC is accepting nominations for the role of Delegate at the Congress. We are seeking up to 10 individuals for each of the five Congress themes to represent a broad cross-section of the WFC community and wider forest community, as well as up to five individuals to address the future of the WFC as a movement and organization. The final deliverable from the Delegates' work will be the WFC Resolutions presented for endorsement at the Congress in October.
We encourage you to nominate yourself or another individual you feel can bring specialized expertise, wisdom, and thought leadership to facilitate the next steps to achieve short and long-term goals. Learn more about nominating a delegate.
Register today! The Congress is open to all who are aligned in creating safe spaces to connect, inspire, and act as catalysts for change for the benefit of forests and all who rely on them now and in the future. People who are committed to creating community and cultivating change are welcome: women and allies of all ages, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, professional levels, abilities, and education, as well as trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming participants. We look forward to seeing you in Minneapolis on Oct. 17-20.
The Women's Forest Congress is a forum to develop strategies and solutions for forests through a female lens. Women throughout the forest space have come together to share personal and professional experiences, connect with other women in the sector, shape the latest innovations, and consider how actions informed by the female perspective can make a profound impact on the future of forests. We envision a forest community where there is universal equity, inclusion, and a shared sense of belonging. All voices are heard, supported, and empowered. The influence and impact of all are manifest in our relationships with forests. Learn more about the Women's Forest Congress.
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Communications Data Group (CDG) is pleased to announce the recent integration between CDG's MBS consumer and enterprise billing and OSS solution and CheckPoint Solutions demand aggregation, marketing, and customer acquisition solutions for service providers. The initial integration helps automate a service provider's order fulfillment and provisioning processes, by allowing new orders to flow automatically from CheckPoint to MBS and then through the provider's workflow processes to installation and billing. Addresses and product catalogs are also synced between the two systems. Additionally, MBS customers can utilize customer aggregation and ROI analysis tools for new fiber deployments without the need for manual data entry.
According to CDG's CTO, Tony Stout, "By integrating Checkpoint's industry leading demand aggregation solution with CDG's innovative OSS/BSS platform, service providers can realize flow through order processing, eliminating inefficient manual data entry. This integration will significantly improve customer experience and operational efficiency for our customers."
Jacob Terstriep, Director of Operations at CheckPoint Solutions, commented, "We are very excited to be working with the CDG group on this project. Through integrating these two products, we are able to achieve levels of automation and efficiency that were previously unavailable from any other system on the market today."
CDG has been providing scalable, accurate (B/OSS) billing and operational support solutions for voice, video, and data for retail and wholesale telecommunications carriers and service providers since 1970. Options include: BDS, Interconnect, CABS, Mediation, MBS Customer Care, Network Elements, Ticketing, Service Provisioning, E-Care, Workflow, CRM / Prospects, and integrated third-party financial, accounting, mapping, and facilities management products.
CheckPoint Solutions provides demand aggregation, marketing and customer acquisition solutions for service providers looking to utilize the latest data analytics to track edge-out and capital investment effectiveness. The CheckPoint Solutions platform is specifically designed to meet the needs of broadband providers deploying next-generation services. From the initial planning, through designing, building, selling, managing and driving growth, CheckPoint serves as a single point of operational coordination.
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Phone: 217 402-3445
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Iowa senator wants Biden administration to use more force to protect Afghan women & girls
Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst is calling on the president to act to restore the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - In the wake of the United States’ controversial pullout from Afghanistan last August, the future of Afghan women and girls hangs in the balance.
“Girls can still not go to school beyond sixth grade,” said Jawaid Kotwal of the Afghan Academy in Virginia.
Kotwal advocates on behalf of Afghan women and girls.
With much of the country now food insecure and facing famine, refugee activists say young girls are being sold or married off to older men so their families can buy food.
Women senators including Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) are calling on the Biden administration to act.
“There needs to be more force coming from this administration,” said Ernst. “We’ve watched over the last year as the Taliban has really unraveled the women’s and girls’ rights in Afghanistan.”
Last November, all 24 women senators led by Senators Ernst and Diane Feinstein of California sent a bipartisan letter to the president asking him to “develop an interagency plan to preserve the political, economic, social and basic human rights of Afghan women and girls.”
Ernst says she would like to see the continuing freezing of Afghanistan’s funds until the treatment of women and girls is improved.
U.S. State Department Spokesman Ned Price made these comments at a press briefing on August 16, 2022 on the issue: “The fact that the Taliban has failed to stand up for, to protect the rights of all of the people of Afghanistan – especially the women, the girls, the religious minorities, ethnic minorities – that, of course, is a failure on the part of the Taliban as well.”
Price made the comments after being asked if the Biden administration intends on facilitating the release of the $3.5 billion in Afghanistan’s Central Bank reserves it’s currently holding.
The U.S. State Department says it doesn’t see a release happening anytime soon due to fears the money may fall in the hands of terrorist groups.
The Gray Washington News Bureau reached out to the White House for this report. We did not hear back.
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Most people in US want masks for travelers: AP-NORC poll
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — A majority of people in the United States continue to support a mask requirement for people traveling on airplanes and other shared transportation, a poll finds. A ruling by a federal judge has put the government’s transportation mask mandate on hold.
The poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that despite opposition to that requirement that included verbal abuse and physical violence against flight attendants, 56% of those surveyed favor requiring people on planes, trains and public transportation to wear masks, compared with 24% opposed and 20% who say they are neither in favor nor opposed.
Interviews for the poll were conducted last Thursday to Monday, shortly before a federal judge in Florida struck down the national mask mandate on airplanes and mass transit. Airlines and airports immediately scrapped their requirements that passengers wear face coverings, and the Transportation Security Administration stopped enforcing the mask requirement.
But the Justice Department said Wednesday it was filing an appeal seeking to overturn the judge’s order. That notice came minutes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asked Justice to appeal the decision, saying “an order requiring masking in the indoor transportation corridor remains necessary for the public health.”
The poll shows a wide partisan divide on the issue. Among Democrats, 80% favor and just 5% oppose the requirement. Among Republicans, 45% are opposed compared with 33% in favor, with 22% saying neither.
Vicki Pettus, who recently moved from Frankfort, Kentucky, to Clearwater, Florida, to be near her grandchildren, said she enjoys the view of Old Tampa Bay but doesn’t like the “very lackadaisical attitude” by Gov. Ron DeSantis, a Republican, about masking. She said she will continue to wear her mask to protect against the coronavirus, including around her 55-and-older home community and on the plane when she travels to Kentucky in a few weeks.
“Especially in a plane where that air is recirculating,” said Pettus, 71, an independent who leans toward the Democratic Party. “I think people are really dumb not to wear their mask. But, hey, that’s their decision, and if they want to get sick that’s fine. I’m not going to.”
But Kriste Lee, who works in sales in South Florida, can’t wait to fly mask-free the next time she travels next month.
“I really wish I was on a plane when they made that announcement,” said Lee, 47. “I would have been dancing up and down the aisle.”
The continued public support overall for mandating masks on transportation comes even as worries about COVID-19 are among their lowest points of the past two years. Just 20% now say they’re very or extremely worried that they or a family member will be infected. That’s down slightly since 25% said the same just a month ago and from 36% in December and January as the omicron variant was raging. Another 33% now say they are somewhat worried, while 48% say they’re not worried at all.
Count Betty Harp, of Leitchfield, Kentucky, as among the “very worried” and not because she’s turning 84 next month. She said she takes care of her large house and yard by herself, does a lot of canning and is in “fantastic health for my age.” But she’s lost a lot of friends and family to the virus, which has killed nearly 1 million people in the United States.
“I know COVID is still here. It’s still around,” said Harp, who described herself as a Republican-leaning independent. “I think we should all be wearing masks for a little while longer.”
In another AP-NORC poll conducted last month, 44% of those surveyed still said they were often or always wearing face masks outside their homes, though that was down significantly from 65% who said that at the beginning of the year.
The latest poll also shows about half the people favor requiring masks for workers who interact with the public, compared with about 3 in 10 opposed. Support is similar for requiring people at crowded public events such as concerts, sporting events and movies to wear masks.
On these, too, there are significant partisan divides. Seventy-two percent of Democrats favor requiring people attending crowded public events to wear masks, while among Republicans, 25% are in favor and 49% are opposed. The numbers are similar for requiring masks for public-facing workers.
Lee, who said she doesn’t “do politics,” wondered aloud why people are complaining about the judge’s ruling and said nobody is stopping anyone from wearing masks if they want to.
“We all have our beliefs and obviously different views,” said Lee, who is unvaccinated. “Mine are definitely different from the people who are angry and upset.”
Employed people are divided on whether those working in person at their own workplaces should be required to wear masks. Thirty-four percent say they’re in favor of that requirement, 33% are opposed and 33% are neither in favor nor opposed. Among workers who are Democrats, 48% are in favor and 18% are opposed. Among workers who are Republicans, 53% are opposed and 18% are in favor.
Mike Osterholm, director of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, said messaging over the mask mandate would have been more effective if it required N95 or KN95 respirators, which are more effective at preventing transmission of the virus.
“But you have actually created a real challenge with yourself with the public who are now being selective if not outright angry about these mandates,” said Osterholm, who added that he will continue to wear his N95 mask on planes.
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The AP-NORC poll of 1,085 adults was conducted April 14-18 using a sample drawn from NORC’s probability-based AmeriSpeak Panel, which is designed to be representative of the U.S. population. The margin of sampling error for all respondents is plus or minus 3.9 percentage points.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/04/20/majority-americans-want-masks-travelers-ap-norc-poll/ | 2022-04-22T22:35:00Z |
FDA advisers weigh COVID-19 shots for babies, young children
(AP) - U.S. government advisers met Wednesday to decide whether to endorse COVID-19 shots for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, moving the nation closer to vaccinations for all ages.
Kids under 5 are the last remaining age group in the U.S. to get vaccinated and many parents have been anxiously awaiting Food and Drug Administration action to protect their little children. If all the regulatory hurdles are cleared, shots should be available next week.
The independent advisory panel is considering tot-sized doses from two coronavirus vaccine makers — Pfizer and Moderna.
Dr. Peter Marks, FDA’s vaccine chief, opened the meeting with data showing a “quite troubling surge’' in young children’s hospitalizations during the omicron wave, and noted 442 children under 4 have died during the pandemic. That’s far fewer than adult deaths, but should not be dismissed in considering the need for vaccinating the youngest kids, he said.
“Each child that’s lost essentially fractures a family,’’ Marks said.
FDA reviewers said both brands appear to be safe and effective for children as young as 6 months old in analyses posted ahead of the all-day meeting. Side effects, including fever and fatigue, were generally minor in both, and less common than seen in adults.
The two vaccines use the same technology but there are differences. In a call with reporters earlier this week, vaccine experts noted that the shots haven’t been tested against each other, so there’s no way to tell parents if one is superior.
“That is a really important point,”' said Dr. Jesse Goodman of Georgetown University, a former FDA vaccine chief. “You can’t compare the vaccines directly.’’
If the FDA clears the shots, there’s one more step. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will decide on a formal recommendation after its own advisers meet Saturday. If the CDC signs off, shots could be available as soon as Monday or Tuesday at doctor’s offices, hospitals and pharmacies. Roughly 18 million youngsters would be eligible.
Pfizer’s vaccine is for children 6 months through 4 years; Moderna’s is for 6 months through 5 years.
Moderna’s shots are one-quarter the dose of the company’s adult shots. Two doses appeared strong enough to prevent severe infections but only about 40% to 50% effective at preventing milder infections. Moderna has added a booster to its study.
“I think all of us agree these children will need a third dose at some point in time,” Moderna’s Dr. Jacqueline Miller told the panel.
Pfizer’s shots are just one-tenth its adult dose. Pfizer and partner BioNTech found that two shots didn’t provide enough protection in testing, so a third was added during the omicron wave.
Pfizer’s submitted data found no safety concerns and suggested that three shots were 80% effective in preventing symptomatic coronavirus infections. But that was based on just 10 COVID-19 cases; the calculation could change as more cases occur in the company’s ongoing studies.
The same FDA panel on Tuesday backed Moderna’s half-sized shots for ages 6 to 11 and full-sized doses for teens. If authorized by the FDA, it would be the second option for those age groups. Currently Pfizer vaccine is their only choice.
The nation’s vaccination campaign started in December 2020 with the rollout of adult vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna, with health care workers and nursing home residents first in line. Teens and school-age children were added last year.
Moderna said in April that it is also seeking regulatory approval outside the U.S. for its little kid shots. According to the World Health Organization, 12 other countries already vaccinate kids under 5, with other brands.
In the U.S., it remains uncertain how many parents want their youngest vaccinated. While COVID-19 is generally less dangerous for young children than older kids and adults, there have been serious cases and some deaths. Many parents trying to keep unvaccinated tots safe have put off family trips or enrolling children in daycare or preschool.
Still, by some estimates, three-quarters of all children have already been infected. Only about 29% of children aged 5 to 11 have been vaccinated since Pfizer’s shots opened to them last November, a rate far lower than public health authorities consider ideal.
Dr. Nimmi Rajagopal, a family medicine physician at Cook County Health in Chicago, said she’s been preparing parents for months.
“We have some that are hesitant, and some that are just raring to go,’’ she said.
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Follow AP Medical Writer Lindsey Tanner at @LindseyTanner.
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Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/06/15/fda-advisers-weigh-covid-19-shots-babies-young-children/ | 2022-06-15T15:15:04Z |
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Target is holding its biannual car seat trade-in event next week for families to bring an old, expired or damaged car seat to be recycled for a coupon.
Car seats can be traded in from April 18 through April 30 at any Target store. Drop-off boxes will be located near guest services.
Those trading in will receive a 20% off coupon on their Target app or Target Circle account, which can be redeemed through May 14. The coupon applies to new car seats, strollers, and select baby gear.
According to The Bump, those using a car seat for a child can tell if it is expired by looking for a small, white sticker somewhere on the seat with the date the seat expires. The website said other brands have information imprinted somewhere on the plastic shell of the seat. The Bump also offers information on where to find the date, listed by brand.
Materials from old car seats will be recycled by Waste Management.
Target hosts its car seat trade-in twice a year. A total of 1.7 million car seats have been recycled through Target since 2016, amounting to 25.4 million pounds of materials.
More information can be found on the company’s website. | https://cw33.com/news/targets-car-seat-trade-in-returns-how-to-get-your-free-coupon/ | 2022-04-12T14:28:39Z |
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