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Stars Rob Gronkowski, Vernon Davis, Wallo and Gillie, NLE Choppa, and Renee Montgomery To Compete in Game to Benefit Underprivileged Youth on August 21st at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA - More Stars to be announced next week
Celebrity Game Presented by Monster Energy Will Close Out The League's Fifth Season and Biggest BIG3 Weekend Ever with Inaugural All-Star Game and 2022 Championship Game to Follow
ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the BIG3 and Monster Energy announced the first celebrity participants in the Monster Energy BIG3 Celebrity Game. As part of the BIG3's Championship Game-day events, the league will welcome the biggest stars in sports and entertainment to participate in the game raising money and awareness for underprivileged youth. The Celebrity Game will tip off at 2 pm ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday, August 21st, followed by the league's inaugural All-Star Game and 2022 Championship Game – the BIG3's biggest weekend yet. The Celebrity Game will air on Sunday, September 4, 2022 on CBS.
The Celebrity Game will feature two teams of celebrities going head-to-head
in a game of FIREBALL3 – the BIG3's innovative 3-on-3 game played on a half court with single free throws, a four-point circle, and even the "Bring the Fire" rule allowing teams one challenge per half determined by an in-game one-on-one.
Four-time Super Bowl Champion and Monster Energy Athlete Rob Gronkowski will lead Team Webull against a second team of celebrity opponents to be announced next week. Other participants in the Celebrity Game include:
- Super Bowl Champion and NFL great Vernon Davis
- Wallo & Gillie of the hit Barstool Sports podcast Million Dollaz Worth of Game
- Certified-Platinum Rapper NLE Choppa
- Former WNBA Great and Co-Owner of the WNBA Atlanta Dream Renee Montgomery
- Other athletes, musicians, actors, and personalities to be announced next week
"Bringing together the hottest celebrities and biggest names in basketball has been part of the league since its inception, so having a celebrity game was just a matter of time as our league grows," said Ice Cube, BIG3 co-founder. "Monster Energy has been a great partner of the BIG3 and we are excited to be working with them to raise money and awareness for important causes and bring the BIG3 its first-ever Celebrity Game. These celebrities have talent for sure, but whether you've won a Super Bowl or a Grammy, it still comes down to what you do out there on the court."
Presented by Monster Energy and produced by Idol Roc and Celebrity Sports Entertainment, this special event is designed to raise money and awareness in support of underprivileged youth. Monster Energy will donate a minimum of $25,000 to the event's charitable beneficiaries, in addition to complimentary tickets and experiences.
"At Monster Energy we feel that we have a responsibility to support our local communities, and we are thrilled to be partnering with Ice Cube and the BIG3 for this event," said Dan McHugh, Monster Energy CMO. "With Monster Energy athletes like Rob Gronkowski competing for their favorite charity this is sure to be a great time for an even greater cause."
"We're excited to bring back the star-studded Monster Energy Celebrity Game, and partner with Ice Cube and The BIG3 in support of underprivileged youth," said Steven Ferraro, Event Producer and Founder of Idol Roc.
For more information and to purchase tickets to the playoffs, Monster Energy BIG3 Celebrity Game, All-Star Game, and 2022 Championship Game, please visit BIG3.com. Follow the BIG3 on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. To learn more about Monster Energy visit Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or go to www.monsterenergy.com.
ABOUT BIG3:
BIG3 (BIG3.com) is where FIREBALL3 superstars play. The premier global BIG3 league features many of the greatest, most popular and skilled professional athletes of all time. Founded by producer, actor and music legend Ice Cube and entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz, the BIG3 combines highly competitive, physical, and fast game skills with incredible fan activations for an unforgettable experience.
ABOUT MONSTER ENERGY:
Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it's the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at www.monsterenergy.com.
ABOUT WEBULL:
Webull is a leading digital investment platform built on next-generation global infrastructure. Webull serves tens of millions of users from over 180 countries, providing retail investors 24/7 access to financial markets around the world. Users can put investment strategies to work by trading global stocks, ETFs, options, cryptocurrencies and fractional shares, through Webull's trading platform. The Webull trading platform can be downloaded through the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. For more information on Webull and its offerings, visit www.webull.com.
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New Premier Media Partner offers expanded digital services for Expo 2022 participants
EXTON, Pa., ANN ARBOR, Mich., CHICAGO and NAPERVILLE, Ill. and LONDON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE®), a subsidiary of CableLabs®, announces Pipeline magazine as the new Premier Media Partner set to transform media services for SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo® 2022.
SCTE Cable-Tec Expo will bring together the industry's leading technical innovators, thought leaders and service providers in person September 19-22, 2022, in Philadelphia, Pa. As the event's Premier Media Partner, Pipeline will extend the reach and value of media show services using its digital media platform, global audience, and unique digital distribution and analytics capabilities.
Pipeline will offer SCTE members and Expo 2022 exhibitors, participants, and sponsors a digital show daily, a virtual press office, and other onsite and off-site services, such as event showcase articles, executive video interviews, and moderated special sessions.
"We are delighted to work with SCTE and couldn't ask for a better event partner," said Scott St. John, managing editor of Pipeline. "In addition to the tremendous synergies between our organizations, we are proud to support our event partners and their participants as the world emerges from the pandemic, continues to transform, and explores the application and future of cable telecommunications technologies."
"Pipeline delivers a global readership and covers the breadth of new and existing technologies supported by our association, our show, and our industry," says Mark Dzuban, president and CEO of SCTE, a subsidiary of CableLabs. "In addition to the editorial coverage provided, Pipeline will help us bring added value to our exhibitor community, on and off the exhibit floor, with branding, thought leadership and lead-generation opportunities."
In addition to the distribution of thought-leadership content and press releases, as well as the virtual press office and digital show daily provided by Pipeline, event participants can extend the reach of their media services through Pipeline's global platform, audience, and digital distribution services. Partners, exhibitors, and event sponsors are also eligible for special discounts and incentives on Pipeline's membership services. Show participants can request additional information about these and other event services by contacting Pipeline by email at sales@pipelinepub.com, by calling +1 734 707 4988 x120, by automatically scheduling an event briefing, or by visiting Pipeline magazine online.
For more information about SCTE Cable-Tec Expo or to register to attend this year's event visit: https://expo.scte.org/.
Pipeline is the world's leading global publication that distributes rich multimedia content and produces programs, content, events, and activities that help service providers and enterprises make informed technology decisions. Pipeline has become the epicenter of industry and technical innovation, has well over 500,000 in annual global circulation, and is read by every major operator and enterprise in more than 200 countries. Pipeline is also read by premier global organizations spanning the world's top universities, government agencies, and financial institutions. Through its rich content, engaging programs, global platform, and worldwide distribution, Pipeline connects the world's leading technical innovators with those that leverage advanced technology to transform the way we connect as a global society. For the latest content, visit www.pipelinepub.com and subscribe to Pipeline today.
SCTE is shaping the future of connectivity. Through technological leadership and innovation, SCTE has served as the applied science leader for the cable telecommunications industry for more than five decades. As a not-for-profit member organization, SCTE moves member companies forward through continuous training for the workforce of tomorrow and by putting leaders into the conversations that matter. SCTE is the force behind the annual SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo®, the largest cable telecommunications and technology tradeshow in the Americas. Learn more at www.scte.org.
SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo® is the preeminent venue for thought leadership, engineering innovation and dealmaking within the broadband telecommunications industry. Hosted by the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE®), a subsidiary of CableLabs®, Expo 2022 will be hosted in Philadelphia, PA, September 19-22 and chaired by industry leaders Comcast Cable President and CEO David Watson, and Liberty Global Vice-chairman and CEO Michael Fries. The most compelling technologies that are building the future of cable telecommunications will be on display as we celebrate collaboration and "Creating Infinite Possibilities," the theme for Expo 2022. Learn more at expo.scte.org.
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Notes Live is announcing its pre-IPO offering. Notes Live will be raising $22,500,000 in the sale of 1,500,000 class B non-voting common shares at $15 per share. The company plans to file an S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission in the fourth quarter of 2022 in which these shares will be registered.
The offering will be made only to accredited investors under Rule 506(c) of Regulation D. The private placement memorandum relating to the offering may be obtained from either Donald Capital or the Company at Invest - (noteslive.vip).
Notes Live's largest expansion to date is underway in Colorado Springs, Colorado in what will be the nation's most luxurious music coliseum, the 8,000-seat Sunset Amphitheater. Additionally, the company has begun construction in the Northern Atlanta market on a new multi-million dollar entertainment campus covering an entire city block in downtown Gainesville, Georgia. This campus is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2023. An 18-acre multi-concept campus is also under development in the rapidly growing city of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Nashville's neighbor to the south. This development includes a Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern, a 20,000 square foot Boot Barn Hall, and 4,500 seat outdoor Sunset Amphitheater, all sitting on the Stones River. The company prides itself on its public-private partnerships and has plans to operate in a half dozen markets by the end of 2023, with expansions to six additional markets planned over the next five years.
This announcement shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. All investment involves risk and loss of principal is possible.
Notes Live, founded by Colorado Springs-based entrepreneur JW Roth, is the rapidly growing live-entertainment company that by the end of 2023 will be operating a half dozen large and mid-sized premium music venues across the West and South. The company identifies areas with growing populations without a vibrant live music scene and offers premium concert experiences, complete with unbeatable sound and sightlines as well as elevated food and beverage options. It currently boasts a Colorado Springs entertainment campus with the Boot Barn Hall concert venue, Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern, and Buttermilk breakfast eatery.
Certain statements in this Memorandum contain forward-looking statements regarding future events and the Company's future results. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts, and projections about the industry in which the Company operates and the beliefs and assumptions of the Company's management. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "targets," "goals," "projects," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "continues," "may," variations of such words, and similar expression are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements that refer to projections of the Company's future financial performance, the Company's anticipated growth and potential in its business and other characterizations of future events or circumstances are forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict, including those identified elsewhere herein, and those identified under the heading "Risk Factors." Therefore, actual results may differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon such statements in making an investment decision. The Company disclaims any obligation to update any such factors or to announce the result of any revisions to any of the forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect future events or developments.
Contact Notes Live:
Julia Maguire, Investor and Public Relations Director
jmaguire@noteslive.vip
(401) 996-2612
Notes Live, Inc.
1755 Telstar Drive, Suite 501
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Phone: (719) 895-5483
Contact Shore Fire Media:
Mark Satlof: msatlof@shorefire.com
Hannah Schwartz: hschwartz@shorefire.com
718-522-7171
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McLEAN, Va, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM) today announced that Kay Sears has been elected to the Iridium Board of Directors, effective May 17, 2022. As a director on the Iridium Board, Sears will play a role in helping shape the strategic direction of Iridium's business.
Sears currently serves as Vice President and General Manager of Autonomous Systems for the Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) unit of The Boeing Company, which she joined in February 2022. At BDS, Sears oversees development of cutting-edge autonomous technologies, intelligence capabilities and networking solutions for government and commercial customers. Prior to this, Sears held senior positions with Lockheed Martin Space, Intelsat General Corporation, PanAmSat Corporation and has been a member of the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee since 2009.
With her background in the space industry combined with expert knowledge of government and commercial trends, Sears' experience will help guide Iridium's entry into growing and new markets. This includes the growing defense satellite business, for which Iridium is well known and continues to expand its role in providing reliable satellite services to government customers.
"We are fortunate to have such an accomplished executive with a keen understanding of our industry join our Board of Directors," said Matt Desch, CEO, Iridium. "Kay has a finger on the pulse of the industry, and we look forward to her helping further the Iridium mission as we continue this era of strong subscriber growth and increasing free cash flow."
Sears received a bachelor's degree in business and economics from the University of Richmond and an MBA in information systems from The George Washington University.
About Iridium Communications Inc.
Iridium® is the only mobile voice and data satellite communications network that spans the entire globe. Iridium enables connections between people, organizations and assets to and from anywhere, in real time. Together with its ecosystem of partner companies, Iridium delivers an innovative and rich portfolio of reliable solutions for markets that require truly global communications. In 2019, the company completed a generational upgrade of its satellite network and launched its new specialty broadband service, Iridium Certus®. Iridium Communications Inc. is headquartered in McLean, Va., U.S.A., and its common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol IRDM. For more information about Iridium products, services and partner solutions, visit www.iridium.com.
Press Contact:
Jordan Hassin
Iridium Communications Inc.
Jordan.Hassin@Iridium.com
+1 (703) 287-7421
Twitter: @Iridiumcomm
Investor Contact:
Kenneth Levy
Iridium Communications Inc.
Ken.Levy@Iridium.com
+1 (703) 287-7570
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As part of the book giant's "best offer of 2022," Millionaire's Club members save 22% on their entire online purchase, now through Wednesday.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Books-A-Million launches a special, limited time online-only sales event exclusively for members of their award-winning Millionaire's Club.
Now through Wednesday, July 13, Millionaire's Club members get 22% off their entire online purchase of $40 or more when they enter the code MEMBER22 at checkout.
This offer also includes free shipping, which is an everyday member perk. Bargain hunters who are not currently members of the Millionaire's Club can easily join at this link. After signing up, they can take advantage of this sales event as well as other member benefits year-round, including:
- Up to 40% off bestsellers
- An extra 10% off in-store purchases
- More than $100 in bonus coupons for signing up
As a leading retailer of books, toys, gifts, and more, Books-A-Million prides itself on providing an extensive and varied selection at great prices. Promotions like the currently running Summer Stock-Up Sale offer deals on thousands of books in stores and online.
To learn more about the Millionaire's Club Member Exclusive Sales Event, the Summer Stock-Up Sale, or to start shopping, visit Booksamillion.com.
Books-A-Million operates more than 200 stores in 32 states as well as its e-commerce site, Booksamillion.com. A leading retailer of books, toys, games, and collectibles since 1917, the company has grown to be the nation's second largest bookstore chain.
CONTACT
Olivia Anderson McDaniel
Vice President of Marketing, Omnichannel
205.909.3563
mcdanielo@booksamillion.com
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Carolina Handling will attempt to create the world's largest pallet painting when it hosts The Patriotic Pallet Project on Monday, October 10, at Greenville Downtown Airport in Greenville, South Carolina.
Presented in partnership with pallet provider 48forty Solutions, the Greenville Airport Commission and the Military History Center of the Carolinas, The Patriotic Pallet Project features 2,500 painted wooden pallets that when placed in a grid like pattern will reveal the image of Lady Liberty.
During September, Carolina Handling associates and partners will paint the tops of the pallets using 20 different colors. On October 10, five Carolina Handling associates representing the five branches of the military in which they served, will deliver pallets to the assembly site using Raymond lift trucks to form the pallets into the Lady Liberty image. A videographer will capture footage of every step of the process from pallet pickup to the finished painting, producing videos to be released on Veterans Day, November 11.
Assembly of the more than 26,000-square-foot pallet painting will take place in the parking lot adjacent to Greenville Downtown Airport on Tower Drive. The finished image will measure half the size of a football field. Active-duty military personnel in uniform, military veterans sporting apparel with their branch of service, and members of the public are invited to attend at no charge.
"One of the pillars of philanthropy at Carolina Handling is supporting military veterans, and we're extremely proud that 13 percent of our associates served in the U.S. Armed Forces," said Carolina Handling President & CEO Brent Hillabrand, "Hosting an event like The Patriotic Pallet Project allows us to recognize veterans and active-duty military personnel in our service area, and to raise awareness about career opportunities at Carolina Handling that offer a meaningful military-to-civilian transition."
Mike Hachtman, CEO of 48forty Solutions added, "48forty Solutions is honored to donate to The Patriotic Pallet Project, an incredible initiative paying tribute to the heroic veterans within our communities. We are forever grateful to all veterans for their love for this country and willingness to serve. Our team is looking forward to providing the pallets for the record-breaking pallet painting, and we thank Carolina Handling for inviting us to participate."
The Patriotic Pallet Project event at Greenville Downtown Airport will begin at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 10, and conclude at 4 p.m. with a flyover of the completed pallet painting by two T-6 Texans, the vintage World War II training aircraft known as the Pilot Maker.
The event will include displays of military equipment and artifacts by the Military History Center of the Carolinas and exhibitors including military Veterans organizations. Food trucks will be on site from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The first 250 attendees will receive a Patriotic Pallet Project t-shirt.
Rain date for The Patriotic Pallet Project is Tuesday, October. 11. For event updates, visit @carolina.handling on Facebook.
Founded in 1966, Carolina Handling employs more than 660 associates at its Charlotte, NC headquarters, offices in Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, AL, Greensboro, NC, Raleigh, NC and Greenville, SC, and its Equipment Distribution Center in Piedmont, SC.
One of the Southeast's leading material handling solution providers, Carolina Handling is the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center in the Southeast for North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida's Central time zone territory. The company provides automation and optimization services and virtual reality-based training, along with parts, racking, storage, conveyors, lighting and dock and door equipment. Its proprietary iWAREHOUSE optimization system allows real-time monitoring of fleets and warehouses. For more information, visit carolinahandling.com.
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Dubai International Airport saw a surge in passengers over the first half of 2022 as pandemic restrictions eased and the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Qatar will further boost traffic to the city-state’s second airfield, its chief executive said Wednesday.
Paul Griffiths, who oversees the world’s busiest airport for international travel, told The Associated Press that the airport handled 160% more traffic over the past six months compared to the same period last year, part of an air travel rebound around the world.
The nearly 28 million people who traveled through the airport over the past six months represent some 70% of the airport’s pre-pandemic levels, even as Dubai’s key source market of China remains closed due to severe pandemic restrictions. Griffiths said he expects the airport’s traffic to return to pre-pandemic levels by the end of next year.
“It’s a very, very welcome surge of traffic,” Griffiths said.
The first World Cup in the Middle East, he added, will send foreign soccer fans flocking to Al Maktoum International Airport at Dubai World Central, or DWC. From there, they’ll travel daily to Qatar, a tiny neighbor that faces a hotel squeeze.
“We’ve actually seen a huge amounts of demand at DWC for slot filings for airlines wanting to operate a shuttle service,” he said. “I think the city has a lot to offer and a lot to gain from the World Cup.”
Among the airlines buying extra slots to shuttle soccer fans to the tournament from DWC are Qatar Airways, low-cost carrier FlyDubai and budget airline Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, he said.
Ambitions plans to turn the airfield in Dubai’s southern desert into a mega-aviation hub, first unveiled by Dubai before the 2008 global financial crisis, have sputtered in recent years. Long-haul carrier Emirates, based in Dubai, parked many of its double-decker Airbus A380s there during the pandemic as commercial flights halted.
A key East-West transit point, Dubai’s air traffic is closely watched as a barometer of the city-state’s non-oil economy. Emirates remains the linchpin of the wider empire known as “Dubai Inc.,” an interlocking series of government-owned businesses.
During the first half of 2022, Dubai International Airport dealt with nearly 56% more flights than the same period in 2021, when contagious coronavirus variants clobbered the industry.
Now, in a sign of the health of the industry, Emirates said Wednesday that it would pour billions of dollars into retrofitting much of its Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 fleet. At the height of the pandemic, the airline received a $4 billion government bailout.
The widespread lifting of virus restrictions has triggered a rapid increase in air travel demand, filling Dubai’s hub and causing mayhem at airports around the world.
While Dubai has not seen the chaotic crowds overwhelming European hubs in recent weeks, Griffiths said the global disruptions have affected its main airport.
“It’s obviously affected growth because some of the caps on capacity that they’ve applied to airports like Heathrow have had an impact on our numbers,” he said.
Last month Emirates lashed out at Heathrow, refusing its request to cap departing passengers and cut flights to the London hub. Emirates later agreed to temporarily limit sales on its flights.
Since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine sent Russia’s richest businessmen scrambling to save their assets from what became a widening dragnet, Dubai has welcomed an influx of Russians to its beach-front villas and luxury hotels. The city remains one of the few remaining flight corridors out of Moscow.
Griffiths declined to comment on Russians carrying cash out of the country to Dubai, which has become the talk of the town in recent months.
But he said the flow of Russian visitors would not stop anytime soon, adding: “It’s still a major source of traffic for us.”
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Follow Isabel DeBre on Twitter at www.twitter.com/isabeldebre. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/dubai-sees-air-travel-surge-expects-fifa-world-cup-boost/ | 2022-08-17T23:35:09Z |
PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg lied to investigators and abused the power of his office after he struck and killed a pedestrian, prosecutors argued Tuesday at the opening of an impeachment trial that could remove him from office.
Ravnsborg’s attorneys countered that such an action would improperly undo the will of voters for what he has maintained was an accident.
Ravnsborg, a Republican who only recently announced he wouldn’t seek a second term, faces two charges in the state’s first-ever impeachment trial. Criminal investigators, some lawmakers and the victim’s family questioned Ravnsborg’s truthfulness over his actions following the 2020 crash. Senators may also vote on whether Ravnsborg should be barred from holding future office.
Either way, the outcome of a proceeding expected to take two days will close a chapter that has roiled state politics, pitting Republican Gov. Kristi Noem against Ravnsborg and some in her own party who objected to her aggressive pursuit of his removal.
“He absolutely saw the man that he struck in the moments after,” said Alexis Tracy, the Clay County state’s attorney who is leading the prosecution.
Prosecutors also told senators that Ravnsborg had used his title “to set the tone and gain influence” in the aftermath of the crash, even as he allegedly made “misstatements and outright lies” to the crash investigators. The prosecution played a montage of audio clips of Ravnsborg referring to himself as the attorney general.
As they questioned crash investigators, prosecuting attorneys probed Ravnsborg’s alleged misstatements during the aftermath of the crash, including that he never drove excessively over the speed limit, that he had reached out to Boever’s family to offer his condolence, and that he had not been browsing his phone during his drive home.
Ravnsborg has maintained that he did nothing wrong and cast the impeachment trial as a chance to clear himself. He resolved the criminal case last year by pleading no contest to a pair of traffic misdemeanors, including making an illegal lane change and using a phone while driving, and was fined by a judge.
The attorney general’s defense focused its arguments on the implications of impeachment during opening statements Tuesday, imploring lawmakers to consider the implications of their decision on the function of state government. Ravnsborg tapped Ross Garber, a legal analyst and law professor at Tulane University who specializes in impeachment proceedings.
“This is undoing the will of the voters,” Garber told the Senate. “Make no mistake, that’s what you’re considering doing.”
Ravnsborg was driving home from a political fundraiser after dark on Sept. 12, 2020, on a state highway in central South Dakota when his car struck “something,” according to a transcript of his 911 call afterward. He later said it might have been a deer or other animal.
Ravnsborg said neither he nor the county sheriff who came to the scene knew that he had struck and killed a man — 55-year-old Joseph Boever — until Ravnsborg returned to the scene the following morning.
Investigators said they doubted some of Ravnsborg’s statements. In earlier testimony to lawmakers, they said they determined the attorney general had walked right past Boever’s body and the flashlight Boever had been carrying — still illuminated the next morning — as he looked around the scene the night of the crash.
Impeachment prosecutors on Tuesday laid out a timeline of the night and drilled into the seconds before and after the crash.
Investigators identified what they thought were slips in Ravnsborg’s statements, such as when he said he turned around at the accident scene and “saw him” before quickly correcting himself and saying: “I didn’t see him.” And they contended that Boever’s face had come through Ravnsborg’s windshield because his glasses were found in the car.
On Tuesday, Ravnsborg’s defense also referenced criminal prosecutors’ decision to only charge him with traffic misdemeanors. The defense said Ravnsborg has fully cooperated during the investigation and cast his misstatements as owing to human error rather than any nefarious intent. His defense attorney said Ravnsborg was willing to take a polygraph test, but criminal investigators determined that it would not have been effective to test the attorney general’s truthfulness.
The GOP-controlled Senate, which has 32 Republican members and three Democrats, will hear from impeachment prosecutors, defense attorneys, crash investigators and former members of Ravnsborg’s staff.
It will take 24 senators, or two-thirds of the body’s 35 members, to convict Ravnsborg on either of two articles of impeachment: committing a crime that caused death, and malfeasance.
The latter alleges that he misled investigators and abused the power of his office. Investigators said Ravnsborg asked a state Division of Criminal Investigation agent about what crash investigators could find on his cellphone. He has said he was simply seeking factual information.
Noem called for Ravnsborg to resign soon after the crash and later pressed lawmakers to pursue impeachment. Noem also publicly endorsed Ravnsborg’s predecessor, Republican Marty Jackley, for election as his replacement. If Ravnsborg is forced out, the governor will appoint an interim to fill the post until the new attorney general elected in November is sworn in.
Ravnsborg has argued that the governor, who has positioned herself for a possible 2024 White House bid, pushed for his removal in part because he had investigated ethics complaints against Noem.
Ravnsborg in September agreed to an undisclosed settlement with Boever’s widow. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/south-dakota-impeachment-trial-will-probe-ags-fatal-crash/ | 2022-06-21T17:47:49Z |
Authorizes 10b5-1 Stock Repurchase Program
DALLAS, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SWK Holdings Corporation (Nasdaq: SWKH) ("SWK" or the "Company"), a life science focused specialty finance company catering to small- and mid-sized commercial-stage companies, announced today that it has filed a universal shelf registration statement on Form S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Once declared effective by the SEC, SWK may from time to time issue various types of securities, including common stock, preferred stock, senior or unsecured debt securities and/or warrants, up to an aggregate amount of $200 million. Among other things, the Company is exploring issuing senior and/or unsecured debt under the registration statement, though at this time, there is no guarantee that the Company will pursue or complete a debt offering.
SWK also announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized the Company to repurchase up to an aggregate of $10.0 million of the Company's common stock from time-to-time until May 15, 2023, through a "10b5-1 trading plan" in compliance with Rule 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The actual timing, number and value of shares repurchased under the program will depend on several factors, including the constraints specified in the 10b5-1 trading plan, price, and general market conditions. There is no guarantee as to the exact number of shares that will be repurchased under the trading plan.
"We believe this shelf registration statement positions SWK to efficiently capitalize our balance sheet and continue growing our core specialty finance business to help life sciences companies fulfill their growth capital needs," CEO Winston Black said. "Additionally, we continue to view the repurchase of our shares as an attractive and prudent use of our capital that is in the best interests of our stockholders."
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of the Securities in any state in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities law of any such state. Any offering of the securities covered under the shelf registration statement will be made solely by means of a prospectus and an accompanying prospectus supplement relating to that offering. A copy of the prospectus included in the registration statement may be obtained on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.
About SWK Holdings Corporation
SWK Holdings Corporation is a specialized finance company with a focus on the global healthcare sector. SWK partners with ethical product marketers and royalty holders to provide flexible financing solutions at an attractive cost of capital to create long-term value for both SWK's business partners and its investors. SWK believes its financing structures achieve an optimal partnership for companies, institutions and inventors seeking capital for expansion or capital and estate planning by allowing its partners to monetize future cash flow with minimal dilution to their equity stakes. SWK also owns Enteris BioPharma, whose Peptelligence® and ProPerma™ drug delivery technologies create oral formulations of peptide-based and BCS class II, III, and IV small molecules. With Enteris, SWK has the opportunity to grow its finance business by actively building a wholly-owned portfolio of milestones and royalties through licensing activities. Additional information on the life science finance market is available on the Company's website at www.swkhold.com.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GUNNER, an industry-leading manufacturer of American-made dog products, announced today the release of a special collection inspired by Anahuac in southeast Texas and its waterfowl habitat.
The collection – which includes the brand's 5 Star Crash Tested dog kennel and waterproof pet food storage system – pays tribute to the storied history and unique experience that the area lends to the Central Flyway.
The limited-edition products are inspired by the ever-remote Texas coastal wetlands' inner marshes that cast a deep captivating blue, as well as the blue-winged teal that funnel through this habitat corridor in such large numbers that they merit a special warm-weather season.
This is the third Flyway Series release from GUNNER, which features limited-edition colors that draw inspiration from iconic destinations and honey holes within the four North Americans flyways.
Known as the "Land on the Edge of the Water," Anahuac's wetlands and thick fog provide an area that has a rich history and no shortage of stories from those who've pursued the blue-winged teal, mottled duck, mallards, snow geese and other migratory birds in this locale.
The limited-edition collection is available for purchase on gunner.com on August 18, and select quantities are available. A portion of Anahuac-edition products proceeds will be donated to Ducks Unlimited Texas chapter.
Supporting quotes, product imagery and supporting assets are available upon request. For more information go to gunner.com/pages/flyway-series.
Based in Nashville, Tennessee, GUNNER® is an American brand that manufactures industry-leading dog products to give dogs the lives they deserve. Designed for safe travel, GUNNER's G1™ Kennel is the original 5 star crash-test rated dog crate and the market's only double-wall rotomolded kennel. Whether on the hunt, on the trail, or simply at home, GUNNER believes that Man's Best Friend deserves Man's Best Kennel®. For more information about GUNNER's story and products, go to www.gunner.com.
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Only second in Texas to achieve this level of recognition for expertise, quality care
DALLAS, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- White Rock Medical Center in Dallas, Texas is now accredited as a Comprehensive Bariatric Surgery Center with Adolescent Care and Obesity Medicine.
White Rock Medical Center joins only 10 other healthcare facilities in the nation that have achieved the three designations required for this elite level of accreditation, and is only second in Texas to earn this recognition.
The accreditation was awarded by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP®), a joint program of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
To achieve accreditation, a center must adhere to established best practice standards, meet rigorous reporting requirements regarding medical care that show positive outcomes and quality of care, and undergo an on-site review.
"The accreditation is a testament to our commitment to clinical expertise and compassionate health care. It's one of the reasons people come from across Texas and neighboring states to place their care in the hands of our expert bariatric surgeons and the holistic support program that offers a higher quality of life," said Shawn Lovelady, chief operating officer of White Rock Medical Center.
White Rock Medical Center's bariatric surgery program employs the latest surgical advancements, including robotic assisted, minimally invasive surgery that improves recovery time and reduces risk of post-surgery complications.
The My New Beginning bariatric clinic employs a wholistic approach to weight loss, including not only bariatric surgery but also medical weight loss, on-site psychological support, nutrition counseling and more.
Managing obesity with these tools can improve chronic health issues, such as reversing diabetes, lowering blood pressure, decreasing depression, reducing sleep apnea, and many other health benefits, explained Charlotte Hodges, MD, director of bariatric surgery.
"The accreditation affirms our practice as a bariatric center of excellence. We are committed to improving our patients' health by achieving weight loss that reduces life-threatening risk factors, improves self-esteem, and enhances all aspects of life," said Dr. Hodges.
In 2018, obesity prevalence in the U.S reached more than 42%, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Obese adults have a BMI of 30 or higher.
Obesity is a complex disease. Several factors play a role in the development of obesity, including genetic, biochemical and physiological factors. Certain biological factors such as environmental, cultural, socioeconomic and psychological issues also contribute to the development of obesity.
Learn more about obesity in the U.S., prevention strategies and the latest research at www.cdc.gov/obesity.
Learn more about bariatric surgery accreditation at www.facs.org/quality-programs/mbsaqip.
White Rock Medical Center is a 200-bed acute care hospital in Dallas, Texas known for expert medical services that include bariatrics, cardiology, orthopedics, women's health and emergency care. The hospital offers a range of recovery and wellness programs that include physical therapy and cardiac rehab, a sleep center, women's imaging and more. For more information about our expertise and care, including bariatrics, please visit www.whiterockmedicalcenter.com.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to return ownership of prime California beachfront property to descendants of a Black couple who built a resort for African Americans but were stripped of the land in the 1920s.
The board voted 5-0 on a motion to complete the transfer of parcels in an area once known as Bruce’s Beach in the fashionable city of Manhattan Beach that is now the site of the county’s lifeguard training headquarters and its parking lot.
Board chair Holly J. Mitchell, co-author of the motion, immediately signed the documents which allow the county to lease back the property with an option to purchase it for millions of dollars.
The land was purchased in 1912 by Willa and Charles Bruce, who built the first West Coast resort for Black people at a time when many beaches were segregated.
They suffered racist harassment from white neighbors and in the 1920s the Manhattan Beach City Council took the land through eminent domain. The city did nothing with the property and it was transferred to the state of California in 1948.
In 1995, the state transferred it to the county, with restrictions on further transfers.
Supervisor Janice Hahn launched the complex process of returning the property to heirs of the Bruces in April 2021. A key hurdle was overcome when the state Legislature passed a bill removing the restriction on transfer of the property.
Last month, the county completed the process of confirming that Marcus and Derrick Bruce, great-grandsons of Willa and Charles Bruce, are the legal heirs.
“We can’t change the past and we will never be able to make up for the injustice that was done to Willa and Charles Bruce a century ago, but this is a start,” an emotional Hahn said before the vote.
Hahn said returning the property will allow the heirs “the opportunity to start rebuilding the generational wealth that was denied them for decades.”
Anthony Bruce, a family spokesman, said in a statement that the return means the world to them but it is also bittersweet.
“My great-great-grandparents, Willa and Charles Bruce sacrificed to open a business that gave Black people a place to gather and socialize, and Manhattan Beach took it from them because of the color of their skin,” he said. “It destroyed them financially. It destroyed their chance at the American Dream.”
The transfer includes an agreement for the property to be leased back to the county for 24 months, with an annual rent of $413,000 plus all operation and maintenance costs, and the county’s right to purchase the land for up to $20 million.
“This may be the first land return of its kind, but it cannot be the last,” Hahn said. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/california-land-taken-from-black-couple-returned-to-heirs/ | 2022-06-29T02:44:51Z |
Education roundup: Stark State College sets dietary information night
JACKSON TWP. – Stark State College plans a dietary information night for anyone interested in making a career of helping others make nutritious choices. The public event will be at 5:30 p.m. Thursday in Room M100 of the Business and Entrepreneurial Center at 6200 Frank Ave. NW. Face-to-face conversations will help students define their interests, know all the options and get answers to their questions.
The dietary manager certificate is a quick credential into the job market, while a dietetic technician associate degree means more patient/client-facing interaction and a dietetic technician degree is a stepping stone to becoming a registered dietitian.
For more information, visit www.starkstate.edu/dietaryprograms or email nutrition@starkstate.edu.
UMU students to show
engineering prototypes
ALLIANCE – University of Mount Union students will showcase their engineering projects at the University of Mount Union’s third annual Engineering and Entrepreneurship Design Expo from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Oak Hall on Mount Union’s campus. The expo is free and open to the public.
The event features poster presentations from the senior engineering capstone projects including projects in biomedical, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering. Multidisciplinary student design teams will also present on their product design and development projects.
Also featured during the event will be the students who participated in the international engineering experience, who traveled to Nigeria over spring break. Additionally, new toy and yard game prototypes, which were created by interdisciplinary groups of engineering and entrepreneurship students, will be demonstrated.
Malone launches accelerated
program in psychology, counseling
CANTON – Malone University is launching an academic program that will allow students to earn both a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in counseling in an accelerated time frame. The program is designed for students who are interested in the field of psychology and provides a pathway for students to obtain eligibility for licensure as a clinical mental health counselor or professional school counselor.
Those who complete the accelerated psychology-to-counseling program will earn a bachelor of arts degree in psychology or applied psychology and a master of arts degree in clinical mental health counseling or school counseling. Students will complete 12 graduate credit hours while completing their bachelor’s degree and those credits will be counted toward the master’s degree. To enable the program to be completed in an accelerated time frame, classes will be offered in both the hybrid and fully online delivery formats.
Malone’s graduate program in counseling is fully accredited by The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Both the clinical mental health counseling and school counseling programs enjoy high pass rates for licensure board exams and high employment rates after graduation. Classes begin in August.
For more information, visit www.malone.edu/psychologytocounseling or contact Kaelber at kkaelber@malone.edu.
Mount Union, NEOMED
set pharmacy partnership
ALLIANCE – The University of Mount Union and Northeast Ohio Medical University have announced a partnership to provide a seven-year bachelor of science to doctor of pharmacy degree pathway.
This collaborative program allows exceptional Mount Union health science students the opportunity to accelerate their progress toward earning their terminal pharmacy degrees. Interested students complete three years at Mount Union, and during what would normally be their fourth year of study, they matriculate to NEOMED’s College of Pharmacy. At the College, pharmacy students receive credit for their requisite coursework to earn their bachelor’s at Mount Union while also completing their four-year Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, effectively becoming a pharmacist in seven years.
This program has been made effective for the incoming Fall 2022 undergraduate class at Mount Union. Students majoring in biology or biochemistry at Mount Union are eligible for the program. Learn more about this collaborative initiative at mountunion.edu/pharm-3-4.
CDL info sessions set
at Stark State in Akron
AKRON – Stark State College will host information sessions for its commercial driver’s license program at 11 a.m. Friday and 5 p.m. May 9 at Stark State College Akron, 360 Perkins St. For more information and to reserve a spot, go to www.starkstate.edu/CDL, call 330-494-6170 or email bblackburn@starkstate.edu. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/2022/04/24/education-roundup-stark-state-college-sets-dietary-information-night/7370686001/ | 2022-04-24T13:39:11Z |
LEADING OFF: MLB does rain dance, Rays rolling on road
By The Associated Press
A day after six major league games were rained out, the weather could still cause scheduling problems in some places this weekend. The Royals-Orioles game in Baltimore and Rangers-Yankees in New York were called off Friday and set to be made up Sunday as part of doubleheaders. But rain is the forecast for both places Saturday and could make it tough to play the entire series. The Blue Jays-Guardians in Cleveland and Dodgers-Cubs at Wrigley Field are scheduled for split doubleheaders Saturday. It’s supposed to be clear and chilly in those cities for the twinbills. This will be the third doubleheader of the season for José Ramírez and the Guardians at Progressive Field. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/07/leading-off-mlb-does-rain-dance-rays-rolling-on-road/ | 2022-05-07T10:40:14Z |
When looking at the makeup of American families today, it’s rare to see a home where a pet isn’t part of the family. According to the most recent data from the APPA National Pet Owners Survey, 67% of households, or around 85 million homes, own a pet. Of these households, dogs and cats top the list of most popular pets, with 63.4 million and 42.7 million households owning dogs and cats, respectively.
In exploring the history of animal shelters and rescue organizations in the country, nothing proves as problematic as the lack of a centralized reporting system to collect data on these organizations. Most of the shelter statistics that are available and accepted today are estimates based on several period surveys, including the aforementioned APPA National Pet Owners Survey along with the AVMA U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook. Without a nationally codified and streamlined process for collecting, organizing, and reporting on shelter data, there has been a grave lack of transparency around the country’s shelters. That makes it difficult not only to pinpoint accurate statistics regarding sheltered animals in America but also to understand the true state of animal welfare in the country, which is the first step to improving that welfare.
If you’ve been considering bringing home a furry companion, be sure to keep reading. Stacker compiled a list of dogs available for adoption in Dallas, Texas on Petfinder, ranging in age, breed composition, temperament, and needs. It’s important to note that pet adoption is a huge responsibility and requires available savings for emergency and routine veterinary care, a day-to-day routine and game plan for coverage if the pup needs to be left at home during the day (i.e. hiring a dog walker), and time and attention devoted to training your newest family member. Be sure to do due diligence on breed research to see what kind of dog will be the best fit for your lifestyle.
Without further ado, here are adoptable dogs in your home city.
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Pyrenees/Lab/Aussie pups
– Gender: Female
– Age: Baby
– Breed: Great Pyrenees, Labrador Retriever (mixed)
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Jackson IV
– Gender: Male
– Age: Young
– Breed: Terrier
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ForestMeadow
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: German Shepherd Dog
– Read more on Petfinder
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COOKIE
– Gender: Female
– Age: Young
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
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Baby
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed Breed (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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6 / 32Petfinder
Croc
– Gender: Male
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed Breed (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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Irwin
– Gender: Male
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed Breed (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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Hilda
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: German Shepherd Dog, Mixed Breed (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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Misrilou
– Gender: Male
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed Breed (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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THANOS
– Gender: Male
– Age: Young
– Breed: Rottweiler
– Read more on Petfinder
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Harper
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Weimaraner
– Read more on Petfinder
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Diesel
– Gender: Male
– Age: Baby
– Breed: Shih Tzu
– Read more on Petfinder
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Delta
– Gender: Male
– Age: Baby
– Breed: Shih Tzu, Terrier (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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Darcy
– Gender: Female
– Age: Baby
– Breed: Shih Tzu, Terrier (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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CANELA
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Mixed Breed
– Read more on Petfinder
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LOKY
– Gender: Male
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Mixed Breed
– Read more on Petfinder
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BENNY
– Gender: Male
– Age: Young
– Breed: Golden Retriever, Pit Bull Terrier (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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LITTLE JOE
– Gender: Male
– Age: Young
– Breed: Mixed Breed
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REX
– Gender: Male
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
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DARIA
– Gender: Female
– Age: Baby
– Breed: Mixed Breed
– Read more on Petfinder
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Gemma II (New Digs)
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Labrador Retriever (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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COLBY JACK
– Gender: Male
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Labrador Retriever
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Ily
– Gender: Female
– Age: Young
– Breed: French Bulldog
– Read more on Petfinder
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Bruce
– Gender: Male
– Age: Young
– Breed: German Shepherd Dog
– Read more on Petfinder
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Misty
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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HARLEY
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Shiba Inu
– Read more on Petfinder
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Florence
– Gender: Female
– Age: Senior
– Breed: Labrador Retriever (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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FELIX
– Gender: Male
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed Breed (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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Sunrise
– Gender: Female
– Age: Baby
– Breed: Labrador Retriever, Mixed Breed (mixed)
– Read more on Petfinder
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Antoinette
– Gender: Female
– Age: Baby
– Breed: Mixed Breed
– Read more on Petfinder
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REMI
– Gender: Male
– Age: Young
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
– Read more on Petfinder
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AUTUMN
– Gender: Female
– Age: Adult
– Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
– Read more on Petfinder | https://cw33.com/news/local/dogs-available-for-adoption-in-dallas-17/ | 2022-09-13T22:25:03Z |
MEDFORD, Ore., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- July is the month of ice-cold, energizing blends at The Human Bean drive thrus across the U.S. The company's popular Infused Energy drinks will feature new summer-themed mashups, and baristas will be encouraging visitors to experiment with their own custom creations to cool off with a boost of flavor.
The Human Bean's Infused Energy specialty offerings in July include:
This red, white, and blue blend of Blue Raspberry and Vanilla turns magically green when fused with energy. Get animated, get invigorated — get it iced or blended.
Two of summer's hottest fruit flavors — Strawberry and Watermelon — come together to hash it out on the ice. It's pink, it's peppy, and it's perfect for a hot afternoon pick-me-up.
Nothing says summer like the tropical blend of Peach and Mango. Take your love of sweet orange fruit to the next level with this delish duo that hits the spot any time of day.
Infused Energy drinks are also available in near-infinite flavor combinations for those who want to try something truly new. The most popular additions include Strawberry Kiwi, Mango, Coconut Blackberry, and Pomegranate. All drinks are available iced, blended, or as an infusion in The Human Bean's Real Fruit Smoothies.
"July is the month of getting outside and cooling off," says The Human Bean's Chief Marketing Officer, Janie Page. "Infused Energy drinks are a way for our customers to do that in a way that's uniquely them, especially if they're adventurous, and our baristas love reporting on the flavor combos people are coming up with."
Thirsty customers in search of cool convenience and flavor will find Infused Energy drinks at all Human Bean drive-thru locations in July and throughout the year.
With a passion for creating happy 'Human Beans', the company's drive-thrus around the U.S. have established a reputation for friendly baristas, high-quality coffee and innovative flavors. The Human Bean opened its first drive-thru espresso stand in Ashland, Oregon in 1998, and currently supports over 300 locations open or under development in 25 states. Learn more at thehumanbean.com.
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Canton teen stabbed Tuesday morning
Cassandra Nist
The Repository
CANTON – An 18-year-old woman was stabbed just after 3 a.m. Tuesday.
The teen was in surgery immediately following the incident, with reported severe injuries, Canton police said.
The incident happened in the 600 block of Arlington Avenue SW, according to a police report. The woman was transported to a local hospital by a private vehicle for treatment.
Details surrounding the stabbing were not immediately available.
There have been no arrests, and the incident remains under investigation.
Reach Cassandra cnist@gannett.com; Follow on Twitter @Cassienist | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/2022/07/05/canton-teen-stabbed-tuesday-morning/7808799001/ | 2022-07-05T13:06:29Z |
PITTSBURGH, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I always struggled with the bathing process of giving my dog a bath," said the inventor from Jacksonville, Fla. "I thought of this idea to help not only the pet, but the pet owner as well, by cleaning the pet in a contained unit to make it a relaxing experience for both, while bathing the pet."
She invented the patent-pending DOG WASH BUDDY to help provide the pet owners with a peace of mind that their pet is receiving a stress free bath. This unit includes massage procedures to help relax the pet while removing dirt and/or fleas. This unit will help keep the owner dry by keeping the water and cleaning solution inside of the unit. Additionally, this reduces the frustration of tussling with the pet to stay still and to avoid transporting the pet back and forth to an expensive grooming establishment.
The original design was submitted to the Miami sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-JXA-151, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Educators no longer need college degree to teach in Arizona public schools
PHOENIX (Arizona’s Family/Gray News) - The education requirement for teachers in Arizona has changed.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signed a bill earlier this week that a person only needs to be enrolled to get their college degree to begin teaching in public schools.
Arizona’s Family reports it’s a big change, and it’s been met with mixed reactions.
Jens Larson said there was a teacher shortage back when he joined the profession in 2000.
“I was hired as an emergency certified teacher. I had a degree, but I didn’t have the teacher credentials that were needed,” Larson said.
For 14 years, he worked at the Phoenix Union High School District. He said the low pay, lack of respect and resources led him to leave. Since leaving, he started Phoenix Youth Circus Arts Program and continues to work with children.
“I have more fun teaching circus than I do teaching geometry, I have to admit that,” he said.
But this new change, SB 1159, he said, was a stretch.
“The situation will be even worse if you’re dealing with either younger people or even less well-educated people,” Larson said.
Christopher Ramsey, a Phoenix-area teacher, said the new bill could work, but there’s no one-size-fits-all.
“I’m a teacher, and I taught for two years while doing an accelerated master’s program. If you have the right person, it could work,” Ramsey said.
The Arizona Educators Association, or AEA, fought this legislation.
“You have to have some experience. It’s going to allow people to do on-the-job training, and that’s where it’s scary,” Marisol Garcia, the President of the AEA, said.
In response, Kaitlin Harrier, the Senior Education Policy Advisor to the governor, wrote:
“Signing this bill into law furthers Governor Ducey’s pro-education policies by giving schools the flexibility to establish their own locally designed school leadership preparation programs and will allow those without a bachelor’s degree to start training to become a teacher while also completing their degree. This flexibility will help strengthen the teacher talent pipeline, provide the opportunity for more Arizonans to become teachers, and allow for locally driven solutions.”
Garcia said the bill changes the credentialing requirements for public schools. In addition, it brings it in line with charter schools.
More information is available here regarding teachers who are certified by the state.
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Eleven U.S. health systems receive ECRI's top honor for excellence in supply chain practices
PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ECRI, an independent, nonprofit health services organization that provides technology solutions and evidence-based guidance to healthcare decision makers worldwide, announces the winners of its eleventh annual Healthcare Supply Chain Excellence Award. This annual award recognizes U.S. healthcare organizations for achieving excellence in overall spend management and adopting best practice solutions into their supply chain processes.
"Since 2020, U.S. hospitals have faced extraordinary pandemic-related challenges pertaining to medical supply disruptions and shortages, and other global market forces. This year, it is especially rewarding to recognize eleven of our healthcare members for overcoming obstacles and achieving overall supply chain successes using our data-driven solutions," says Marcus Schabacker, MD, PhD, president and chief executive officer, ECRI. "A big congratulations to our winners—we are honored to partner with them in keeping patients safe."
ECRI's 2022 Healthcare Supply Chain Excellence Award winners are:
- Broward Health | Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Children's Health | Irving, TX
- Jackson Health System | Miami, FL
- JPS Health Network | Fort Worth, TX
- Nationwide Children's Hospital | Columbus, OH
- New York City Health + Hospitals Corp. | New York, NY
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center | Columbus, OH
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | Houston, TX
- United Health Services Hospitals, Inc. | Binghamton, NY
- Universal Health Services, Inc. | King of Prussia, PA
- University of Mississippi Medical Center | Jackson, MS
The Healthcare Supply Chain Excellence Award recognizes members of ECRI's portfolio of supply chain services who demonstrate exemplary utilization of services across the procurement lifecycle, including budgeting, benchmarking, technology assessment, and strategic development. As part of the selection process, ECRI evaluated candidates' 2021 spend management and market analytics efforts for capital medical devices, supplies, physician preference items, service contracts, and reagents.
"These winners consistently applied effective processes to make clinically sound and evidence-based decisions for supply and capital technology procurement using data analytics, best practices, and leadership engagement," says Tim Browne, vice president, supply chain solutions, ECRI. "We are delighted to partner with these healthcare leaders and contribute to their successes."
ECRI will be honoring the winners with individual award programs as well as recognizing them at ECRI's booth 421 at the Association of Healthcare Resource and Materials Management (AHRMM) Conference and Exhibition, August 7-10, 2022, in Anaheim, CA.
More than 3,000 U.S. hospitals and health systems are members of ECRI's strategic sourcing and supply chain programs. ECRI has analyzed $128 billion in supply and capital spend, including pandemic-related personal protective equipment from both traditional and non-traditional suppliers.
ECRI's integrated technology decision support solutions help healthcare organizations of all sizes and settings reduce clinical spend and enhance patient outcomes. To learn more about ECRI's Healthcare Supply Chain Excellence Award winners, visit our winners circle, e-mail clientservices@ecri.org, or call (610) 825-6000, ext. 5891.
- ECRI announces the winners of its 2022 Healthcare Supply Chain Excellence Award
- Congrats to the #hospital and #healthsystem winners of ECRI's 2022 Healthcare Supply Chain Award
ECRI is an independent, nonprofit organization improving the safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness of care across all healthcare settings. With a focus on technology evaluation and safety, ECRI is respected and trusted by healthcare leaders and agencies worldwide. For more than fifty years, ECRI has built its reputation on integrity and disciplined rigor, with an unwavering commitment to independence and strict conflict-of-interest rules.
ECRI is the only organization worldwide to conduct independent medical device evaluations, with labs located in North America and Asia Pacific. ECRI is designated an Evidence-based Practice Center by the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. ECRI and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices PSO is a federally certified Patient Safety Organization as designated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) formally became an ECRI Affiliate in 2020.
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American adults who haven’t yet gotten vaccinated against COVID-19 may soon get another choice, as advisers to the Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday backed a more traditional type of shot.
Next, the FDA must decide whether to authorize the protein vaccine made by latecomer Novavax as the nation’s fourth coronavirus shot for adults. It’s made with more conventional technology than today’s dominant Pfizer and Moderna shots and the lesser-used Johnson & Johnson option.
N ovavax shots are already available in Australia, Canada, parts of Europe and multiple other countries, either for initial vaccinations or as mix-and-match boosters. But U.S. clearance is a key hurdle for the Maryland-based company.
FDA’s vaccine chief Dr. Peter Marks said another choice in the U.S. may entice at least some vaccine holdouts — whatever their reason — to consider rolling up their sleeves.
“We do have a problem with vaccine uptake that is very serious in the United States,” Marks said. “Anything we can do to get people more comfortable to accept these potentially life-saving products is something that we feel we are compelled to do.”
A final FDA decision isn’t expected immediately, as the agency finishes combing through the data.
Nor is it clear how widely a Novavax vaccine would be used, at least right away. Only about 27 million U.S. adults remain unvaccinated, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Eventually, Novavax hopes also to become a choice for the millions more who haven’t yet had a booster dose of today’s vaccines, regardless of which shot people got originally.
The FDA advisory panel voted that the benefits of two primary Novavax doses outweigh its risks — but they had a lot of questions about the shots’ role at this point in the pandemic.
“This vaccine does indeed fill some unmet needs,” such as an option for people with allergies to competing shots, said Dr. Michael Nelson of the University of Virginia.
But the FDA is considering two adult doses for now, when other COVID-19 vaccines have needed a third dose, he said.
And while “this vaccine has incredible potential,” there’s no clear evidence yet of how well it works against the more contagious omicron variant and its siblings, added fellow adviser Dr. Bruce Gellin of the Rockefeller Foundation.
Large studies in the U.S., Mexico and Britain found two doses of the Novavax vaccine were safe and about 90% effective at preventing symptomatic COVID-19. One complication: Those studies were done far earlier in the pandemic.
Novavax chief medical officer Dr. Filip Dubovsky said tests of a booster dose revved up virus-fighting antibodies that could tackle the omicron mutant, data that FDA will have to consider later.
This type of vaccine “we think generates a broad immune response against a broad array of variants,” he told the FDA advisory panel.
Trial participants generally experienced only mild reactions such as injection-site pain or fatigue, but the FDA did highlight a possible concern: six cases of heart inflammation, known as myocarditis, found among the 40,000 people who received the vaccine in studies.
COVID-19 vaccines are coming under close scrutiny for the possibility of heart inflammation after the Pfizer and Moderna shots were linked to that rare risk.
Novavax argued there were other potential causes for the reports. Other infections including COVID-19 also can cause heart inflammation. The company said more than 744,000 vaccinations in other countries so far support the shots’ safety.
Several of FDA’s advisers said the Novavax vaccine should come with a warning until more is known but cautioned against comparisons with the Pfizer and Moderna shots’ estimated rate of the rare side effect.
“I don’t want to stigmatize this vaccine inappropriately,” said Dr. Cody Meissner of Tufts University.
The Novavax vaccine is made of copies of the spike protein that coats the coronavirus, packaged into nanoparticles that to the immune system resemble a virus. Then an immune-boosting ingredient, or adjuvant, that’s made from the bark of a South American tree is added that acts as a red flag to ensure those particles look suspicious enough to spark a strong immune response.
Protein vaccines have been used for years to prevent hepatitis B, shingles and other diseases.
That’s very different than the vaccines currently used in the U.S. The most widely used Pfizer and Moderna vaccines deliver genetic instructions for the body to produce its own copies of the spike protein. J&J uses a cold virus to deliver those instructions.
Manufacturing problems held up Novavax’s vaccine but the company said those problems have been resolved. Novavax, a small biotech company, created the vaccine in its research lab. But the Serum Institute of India, the world’s largest vaccine maker, produces most of its shots including those slated for the U.S.
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Names Jennifer Thayer Chief Commercial Officer
CHICAGO, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- STG Logistics ("STG") announced today it is taking the next step in its integration and growth, with a revamped Commercial Organization designed to meet the company's expanded Coast to Coast container logistic solutions. Jennifer Thayer has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer of STG, after leading the sales efforts at XPO Intermodal since April 2021.
"Jennifer brings with her unparalleled passion for business development, talent development and organizational effectiveness," said STG CEO Paul Svindland. "She is recognized as a proven collaborator able to develop and combine strategic business capability with excellence on the delivery of the day-to-day solutions. We are confident she will continue this record of innovation and leadership in her new position. Jennifer will report directly to me."
As part of the Commercial Organization Integration, STG is also unifying its Marketing functions across all business units under Dave Sosnowski, who has been named Chief Marketing Officer in addition to his role as commercial leader of the Wholesale business. This will allow for even more effective brand-building and marketing activities and will create efficiencies across the business units.
Additionally, Mark Darling is joining the Commercial Leadership team in the newly created role of SVP, Transload, reporting directly to Ms. Thayer. This position will work between the selling and distribution to bring together 'total sale solutions.'
The Enterprise Sales team will be similarly unified under Ms. Thayer. Responding to growth in the Houston and Chicago areas, STG is expanding the team to develop the company's presence in those emerging markets. The new structure is expected to speed decision making, increase productivity and improve efficiency, while providing a simplified customer experience.
"Ensuring we have the right organizational structure in place is a key step in driving improved execution and increasing effectiveness and efficiency throughout STG," added Mr. Svindland. "The result will be a more targeted and performance-driven STG that is customer-focused and positioned to capitalize on new opportunities to provide Coast-to-Coast Container Logistics Services."
About STG Logistics
STG Logistics is a portfolio company of Wind Point Partners since 2016 and is currently owned by Wind Point, Oaktree Capital Management L.P. and management. STG is a premier provider of managed and extended port to door outsource services. From the simplest labor solution in a client's facility to the most complex site selection, STG Logistics will partner with you! Our nationwide network of drayage and intermodal operations, bonded CFS facilities and warehouse fulfillment locations, integrated with the best people and premium technology, will deliver substantial savings to a company's supply chain. For more information visit us at www.stgusa.com.
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NEW YORK , June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ADCOLOR, the premier organization dedicated to celebrating and promoting professionals of color and diversity in creative industries, today announced registration details for its annual event as well as the ADCOLOR 2022 theme, "Still Rising". As previously announced, ADCOLOR 2022 will be held from November 17-20, 2022 at the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. Live. This year's event encompasses the 16th Annual ADCOLOR Awards, the ADCOLOR Conference, the ADCOLOR FUTURES Program and the inaugural class of the ADCOLOR LEADERS Program. It marks the long-awaited return to a fully in-person gathering following a virtual-only event in 2020 and a smaller, hybrid event in 2021.
Registration details are as follows:
- ADCOLOR 2022 All-Inclusive Package: Includes one in-person ticket for the ADCOLOR 2022 Conference, one in-person ticket for the 16th Annual ADCOLOR Awards, and one ADCOLOR Everywhere 2022 Unlimited Virtual ticket *Limited tickets available
- ADCOLOR 2022 Conference Ticket: Includes one in-person ticket for the FUTURES Hackathon, welcome reception and in-person conference *Limited tickets available
- 16th Annual ADCOLOR Awards Ticket: Includes one in-person ticket for the 16th Annual ADCOLOR Awards reception, show and after party *Limited tickets available
- ADCOLOR Everywhere 2022 Unlimited Virtual Ticket: Includes one passcode for year-round access to on-demand content, ability to rewatch the ADCOLOR 2022 Conference and 16th Annual ADCOLOR Awards on demand, and virtual networking opportunities
To register, please visit the ADCOLOR 2022 registration site.
The theme for this year's conference, "Still Rising", is about building on the momentum of the DE&I investments and progress seen over the last two years. Diverse communities defied odds, reshaped industries and affirmed the need for inclusion every single day. Despite challenges, they have continued to make incredible strides towards progress, constantly manifesting a new standard of excellence and breaking doors open for themselves as well as for future generations.
"Our Still Rising theme celebrates the perseverance and resilience of our communities in the face of historical as well as ongoing injustices and oppression," said Tiffany R. Warren, Founder and President of ADCOLOR. "Still Rising is a verbal manifestation of our persistence – of continuing to rise to any occasion and above all odds. Our goal for ADCOLOR 2022 is to help our community maintain momentum by celebrating the wins of the past while providing tools for continued success in the future. We're excited to execute this immersive weekend filled with esteemed speakers, dynamic events and powerful performances."
For additional information on ADCOLOR 2022, the "Still Rising" theme and registration, please visit adcolor.org. Those interested in receiving regular updates from the organization can join its online community and follow ADCOLOR on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. For information on partnership opportunities, please reach out to partnerships@adcolor.org.
ABOUT ADCOLOR
ADCOLOR® is a not-for-profit 501(c) (6) organization whose mission is to celebrate and champion diversity in the creative industries. Our process is twofold. First, we help individuals and organizations RISE UP, letting their accomplishments and ideas shine. Then we teach these new leaders and would-be-mentors how to REACH BACK and find others who deserve to be noticed and promoted. Our goal is to create a community of diverse professionals who are here to support and uplift one another. Learn more by visiting www.adcolor.org.
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CLMBR Connected 02 is available now for pre-order
DENVER, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CLMBR, a leader in connected fitness technology, is off to a major start for the fall season. This month, the brand brings to market the second iteration of its vertical climbing machine available for pre-order today, September 1st, opens a second studio in Los Angeles, and launches a new Special Guest content series. This new generation of CLMBR boasts several updates, as well as upgrades to its technology, most notably, CLMBR Vision. CLMBR Vision gives users the ability to access live, dynamic coaching and feedback while they exercise, including off-machine strength rep counting, form adjustments, etc.
CLMBR, which counts Jay-Z, Odell Beckham Jr., Novak Djokovic, and Ryan Seacrest amongst its investors, is a disruptor in the at home fitness industry and continues to push the limits of connected fitness technology and design. Aside from CLMBR Vision, new features include a simplified center console, improved handles that let users adjust positioning for ease, optimized hardware for a more ergonomic experience and easier assembly, plus a new display with a thinner profile, crisper graphics, and high-quality optically bonded touch LED layer.
Additionally, users will have an even more efficient workout with enhanced resistance strength, giving the option for a more challenging routine. Improvements have also been made to the sound quality, giving the user a more robust sight and sound experience. A full list of all new features can be found below.
"We are thrilled to announce this new generation of CLMBR and push the boundaries of innovation within our category. Staying ahead of the curve and consistently improving is a vital part of our brand identity and we can't wait for our customers to enjoy this new experience with CLMBR." says CLMBR Co-Founder and CEO, Avrum Elmakis.
Elmakis founded CLMBR after he realized that climbing was a low-impact cardio workout that helped him feel strong, fast, and efficient without the wear and tear of traditional cardio exercise. He began working on a smarter, more dynamic climbing machine with high quality build and a low level of required maintenance. The machine works over 86% of the body's muscles without the strain caused by traditional workouts. A low-impact workout does not mean a low-quality workout, with CLMBR, users burn more calories in 30 minutes than with cycling, running, or rowing. It is truly a workout that works for almost all body types, ages, or fitness levels.
With the roll-out of 02, CLMBR introduces Special Guest Collections - a group of notable, fitness-inclined ambassadors from the world of sports, music, and entertainment that will co-lead classes for on-machine and off-machine workouts. The first group in this collective include Brooke Burke, DJ Ruckus and Chari Hawkins - with new faces announced each month. Content will be available exclusively through the CLMBR Premium Membership starting this September.
CLMBR 02 will be available on CLMBR.com and priced at $2,799 on November 1st, with special pre-order pricing of $2,295, launching September 1st through October 31st. Machines will begin shipping in December 2022. In-person, group fitness classes are available at CLMBR's studios in Denver and opening today in West Hollywood, LA.
About CLMBR
CLMBR is an innovative vertical climbing machine. It's the first vertical climber to feature a large-format touch display with on-demand, instructor-led classes. CLMBR's design is a high-quality build with a low level of required maintenance. It is easy to move – making it perfect for commercial or at-home use. The machine is beautiful with an open structural design that leaves the user's views unobstructed, supporting a natural athletic posture. It also offers the latest user interface technology and state-of-the-art companion app that provides on-demand climbing classes and displays key metrics to maximize the user's experience -- including vertical feet climbed, reach, and power. The integrated audio on CLMBR Connected can fill any space, making it feel just like an in-studio climbing class. Unlike many traditional fitness machines, CLMBR offers an efficient and effective full-body strength and cardio workout. With its low impact and ergonomic movement, CLMBR is safe for most ages and levels of ability. CLMBR is available directly to consumers on CLMBR.com, Amazon and Best Buy, as well as businesses, including gyms and fitness studios, hotels, and physical therapy facilities. The brand was also recently named a 2022 CES Innovation Award Honoree for CLMBR Connected.
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Top manufacturer will display and demonstrate a range of innovative products at the leading event for plumbing system design professionals in Indianapolis Sept. 19-20
AMBLER, Pa., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bradford White Water Heaters, an industry-leading manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, will showcase a selection of high-performing, innovative products at the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) Convention & Expo in Indianapolis in September.
Company representatives will be available at Booth #601 during the Expo Sept. 19-20.
"As one of the preeminent events for our industry, ASPE provides an important opportunity for our experts to connect with our customers who rely on Bradford White products," said Carl Pinto, Jr., senior director of marketing communications for Bradford White. "We're dedicated to serving the needs of this industry, as demonstrated by our 30-year commitment to manufacturing products for professional installation only, and the equipment available at the expo is representative of the wide range of solutions we offer for contractors throughout the plumbing space."
The ASPE Convention & Expo (Sept. 16-21) is the premier event for plumbing system design professionals, introducing attendees to game-changing innovations, profitable solutions, and new ideas that help them maintain their competitive edge. The two-day ASPE Expo (Sept. 19-20) is a unique opportunity to discover new plumbing technologies and practical solutions to plumbing design challenges directly from product experts.
During the Expo, information and demonstrations will be available for the following trusted Bradford White products:
- ElectriFLEX Series™: Bradford White ElectriFLEX Series™ field convertible commercial electric water heaters deliver a fast, reliable solution for commercial customers. Voltage, phase, and kW are field convertible.
- H Series: The Bradford White Commercial Tankless Electric H Series Water Heater, Powered by Keltech®, delivers precise temperature control, commercial-grade performance and outstanding durability in a wall-mounted design.
- eF Series®: Bradford White Commercial eF Series® Ultra High Efficiency Gas Water Heater's ENERGY STAR®-certified design includes a highly efficient, modulating down-fired premix power burner (120T models only) for optimum combustion, powered anodes, and BMS integration via Modbus and BACnet® protocols for remote monitoring.
- MagnaTech® HTD: The Brute MagnaTech® HTD boiler's small footprint, slim vertical design and removable top section help it fit into tight service areas, and optional electrical packages allow for easy pairing with various field supply voltages.
For more information about Bradford White Water Heaters, visit https://www.bradfordwhite.com.
Bradford White Water Heaters is a full-line manufacturer of residential, commercial and industrial water heating, space heating, combination heating and storage products. The company maintains headquarters in Ambler, Pennsylvania, and has manufacturing facilities in Middleville, Michigan; Niles, Michigan; and Rochester, New Hampshire; and distribution and training centers in Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit www.bradfordwhite.com.
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AUSTIN, Texas, May 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SuperWorld Co-Founder & CEO Hrish Lotlikar will be the speaker at The Austin Forum's event The Metaverse Is Here, Now—But The Future is Even Bigger, a part of their Metaverse May series on May 10th, 2022 at 6 PM CDT. Here he will discuss what the metaverse is, explain its key technologies, and reveal why the metaverse is so compelling and full of potential. Lotlikar will share where he thinks the metaverse is headed and how it will impact our lives and interactions. Finally, he will share why organizations should embrace the metaverse, including a discussion on how SuperWorld is onboarding those wanting to get started in the metaverse utilizing technologies like NFTs, virtual real estate, AR/VR and AI. During this discussion, Lotlikar will outline SuperWorld's mission to empower people in their real lives and to build a better world.
The Austin Forum on Technology & Society explores the impact of emerging and pervasive technologies on society and stimulates discussions, collaborations, and partnerships on new technology opportunities. It offers diverse programming topics such as: AI, blockchain, drones, health technology, energy, etc. and presentations by experts with networking, discussions, podcasts, blog posts, and more, all for a diverse audience.
This event is supported by: AMD, Arm, Atchley & Associates, Austin Energy, Brad Englert Advisory, Cognitive Scale, CVEX, Dell Technologies, Liaison Consulting, SAIC, Setter Roche LLP, SXSW, SunVia, and Whurley.
Elaborating on the event, Lotlikar states "I am very excited to be back in Austin speaking to The Austin Forum on Technology & Society. I'm honored to discuss the enormous opportunity we all have to build the metaverse together and our vision at SuperWorld to leverage these technologies to embrace ownership and inclusivity. The metaverse enables us all to fully express ourselves and pursue our passions across geographies providing limitless potential to enhance humanity."
Speaking about the event is Jay Boisseau, Ph.D. the Executive Director & Founder of Austin Forum. Stating "The Austin Forum on Technology & Society is Austin's premiere, year-round technology event and content organization for pervasive and emerging technologies, and the metaverse is certainly one of the hottest topics right now at the intersection of technology and society. We are extremely excited and honored to have Hrish Lotlikar educate our in-person and online audience—and we also hope to learn how the Austin Forum can leverage metaverse technologies in the future."
About SUPERWORLD
SuperWorld is a virtual world in augmented reality (AR), digitally mapped over the surface of the Earth. Plots of SuperWorld land are represented as 64.8 billion non-fungible tokens (NFT) corresponding to real world space. Any user in SuperWorld can explore and create AR content, engage in a virtual real estate marketplace, or create, buy and sell NFTs in the SuperWorld NFT Salon. To learn more, visit SuperWorldapp.com
Notable investors and advisors include: Draper Goren Holm, Outlier Ventures, SOSV, Verso Capital, Capital Factory, Altered Ventures, PredictiveCapital, CadenzaCapital Management, White Paper Capital, 186 Ventures, and Redbeard Ventures; Stephen Wolfram (creator of Mathematica and Wolfram Alpha), Bob Metcalfe (Inventor of Ethernet & Metcalfe's Law), Bob Fabbio (Founder, Tivoli Systems), Brian Thorp (Founder & CEO, Wealthtender), Phil Rowley (Head Of Futures At Omnicom Media Group), Richard Ling (Serial Entrepreneur, Founding General Partner Of Rembrandt Venture Partners) Robert Scoble (author, futurist), Julien Machot (Founder & CEO of Verso Holdings), Jimmy Ku (Head Of Growth At Flutterwave), Nitin Gaur (Founder of WW Digital Asset Labs at IBM), Paul Kirchoff (Disruptive Humanitarian), and Joseph Chan, (Managing Partner, Guardian Property Advisors)
About AUSTIN FORUM
The Austin Forum on Technology & Society is a monthly community engagement activity bringing together technology leaders, advocates, and the public to learn about important technology topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), drones, clean energy, augmented reality (AR) & virtual reality (VR), gaming, smart cities, health tech, space exploration, and much more. Technology leaders and experts share information via presentations, interviews, panels, lightning talks, and/or debates. Presentations are followed by Q&A and networking among the presenters and attendees.
The Forum is both an outreach event to raise awareness, share information, and even increase advocacy, and an engagement activity designed to form connections, stimulate collaborations, and contribute to technology applications that advance society.
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Seasons at Sutton Preserve will offer eight ranch and two-story floor plans
WINTER HAVEN, Fla., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Richmond American Homes of Florida, LP, a subsidiary of M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MDC), is pleased to announce that it has recently purchased 112 future homesites in Winter Haven.
These homesites are set to comprise a new Polk County community, Seasons at Sutton Preserve, which is scheduled to open in fall, 2022. This notable new neighborhood will offer eight ranch and two-story floor plans from the builder's popular Seasons™ Collection (RichmondAmerican.com/SeasonsOrlando), designed to put homeownership within reach for a variety of buyers. Two of the plans—the Zinc and the Copper—will showcase the UltraGarage® (RichmondAmerican.com/UltraGarage), an attached, extra-tall garage designed to accommodate a range of vehicles and storage needs.
Seasons at Sutton Preserve is ideal for homebuyers seeking design flexibility and those looking to downsize without downgrading. The community will also appeal to buyers relocating from Orange and Seminole Counties and Metro Orlando in search of more affordable housing options.
More about Seasons at Sutton Preserve:
- New ranch and two-story homes with open layouts and designer details
- Up to 4 bedrooms and approx. 1,710 to 2,800 sq. ft.
- Close proximity to Lakeland, Polk Parkway, I-4 and downtown Orlando
- Easy access to notable schools, shopping, dining, sports facilities, parks and playgrounds
- Near open space, trails and natural bodies of water, such as Lake McLeod and Eagle Lake
Everyone who builds a brand-new Richmond American home from the ground up at Seasons at Sutton Preserve will have the opportunity to meet with a professional design consultant to choose colors, textures, finishes and fixtures for their new living spaces—a complimentary service!
Call 407.287.6285 for more information.
About M.D.C. Holdings, Inc.
Operating under the name Richmond American Homes, MDC's homebuilding subsidiaries have built more than 220,000 homes since 1977. Among the nation's largest homebuilders, MDC's subsidiary companies have operations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Mortgage lending, plus insurance and title services are offered by the following MDC subsidiaries, respectively: HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation, American Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and American Home Title and Escrow Company. M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "MDC." For more information, visit MDCHoldings.com.
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ISLAMABAD (AP) — A rare video has appeared of al-Qaida’s chief praising an Indian Muslim woman who in February defied a ban on wearing the traditional headscarf, or hijab. The footage is the first proof in months that the man who was once Osama bin Laden’s No. 2 is still alive.
Rumors of the death of Ayman al-Zawahri have persistently circulated, but in a video released Tuesday and translated by the SITE Intelligence Group, the reclusive al-Qaida chief praises Muskan Khan who defied a ban on the wearing of the hijab in schools in India’s southwestern state of Karnataka.
Two months ago, Khan garnered attention when she publicly shouted “God Is Great” as Hindu radical students jeered at her over the Islamic headscarf. In March, the court in India’s Karnataka state upheld the ban,outraging civil activists and Muslim groups in India and elsewhere.
A previous video of al-Zawahri, which circulated on the anniversary last year of 9/11, did not reference the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in mid-August. It did mention the Jan. 1, 2021 attack that targeted Russian troops on the edge of the northern Syrian city of Raqqa.
“He could still be dead, though if so, it would have been at some point in or after Jan 2021,” SITE director Rita Katz tweeted following al-Zawahri’s 9/11 anniversary video.
There was no clear indication from Tuesday’s video of the location of al-Zawahri. He is shown in a traditional white headscarf beside a poster praising “the noble woman of India.”
However, it raises the specter of al-Qaida having a presence in Afghanistan, and highlights concerns over the commitment of the ruling Taliban to fight terror groups and deny them space in Afghanistan.
Al-Zawahri took over as al-Qaida leader after the 2011 killing of bin Laden by U.S. Navy SEALs during a daring nighttime raid deep inside Pakistan where he was hiding. Bin Laden, who masterminded the 9/11 attacks in the United States, was found in the Pakistani garrison town of Abbottabad, barely 100 kilometers (60 miles) from the capital of Islamabad.
Al-Zawahri has been rumored to be in Afghanistan’s northwestern Kunar and Badakhshan provinces on the border with Pakistan. The border region between Pakistan and Afghanistan is lined with inhospitable mountain ranges that have served as redoubts for a number of militant groups.
Amir Rana, executive director of the Pakistan Institute for Peace Studies think tank said that al-Zawahri was also rumored to be in Pakistan’s southern port city of Karachi, where many Taliban leaders long maintained homes during Afghanistan’s 20-year war.
“He was even rumored to have died in Karachi,” said Rana, adding that regardless of his location, al-Zawahri’s video is certain to cause headaches for Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban with the international community.
The Taliban were ousted by a U.S.-led coalition in 2001 for harboring bin Laden. They captured power again in mid-August, during the chaotic last weeks of the U.S. and NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan.
The Taliban say they are adhering to an agreement they signed with the United States in 2020 — before taking power — in which they promised to fight terrorists. And since their takeover, they have repeatedly said Afghanistan would not be used as a launching pad for attacks against other countries.
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Leverages AI to optimize delivery of feed and fuel and maximizing utilization of assets and drivers; Provides customers with better communication and tracking
CAMPBELL, Calif., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DispatchTrack, the leading solution provider of right-time delivery management software, today announced that it was selected by Centerra Co-op, an Ashland, Ohio-based agricultural co-op that provides feed, grain, fuel, and other farm supplies, to optimize route planning and truck usage and provide customers with more visibility into their order deliveries. This customer win marks DispatchTrack's first foray into the agricultural sector, which brings unique routing challenges resulting from the mix of products and variety of unit measures these retailers deliver.
DispatchTrack's AI-powered hybrid routing enables Centerra to factor in a variety of routing considerations, including the need for different types of feed in separate compartments, in addition to addressing loading and volume challenges to ensure that each truckload is optimized. The DispatchTrack solution also assists in predicting recurring orders, allowing Centerra to create plans for those orders, send customer notifications, and make dynamic daily adjustments to routing as needed.
"We thought we were fully utilizing our assets and planning our routes very efficiently. With the implementation of DispatchTrack we quickly realized that there were many opportunities to improve our operations," said Todd Willeke, SVP of Retail and Logistics at Centerra. "DispatchTrack gives us greater visibility, enabling us to optimize loads on each truck and use all of our existing capacity. Within weeks of implementing DispatchTrack, we saw a substantial increase in profitability simply by becoming more efficient with our current fleet of trucks and drivers."
With the initial implementation of DispatchTrack, Centerra is seeing an almost immediate return on its investment because it is able to complete more deliveries of animal feed and birdseed each day. Using DispatchTrack's routing technology has allowed Centerra to deliver more gallons of propane per day while driving less miles on each route. Due to the success of this early rollout, Centerra hopes to use DispatchTrack in the future to manage the delivery of grain, fertilizer, and liquid fuels as well.
"Companies serving agricultural businesses have long relied on manual processes and spreadsheets to assess delivery volumes and schedules. But these arcane methods result in inefficiencies and wasted time and money," said Satish Natarajan, DispatchTrack co-founder and CEO. "We are honored to be selected by Centerra as a trusted technology partner who can understand their challenges and make a material impact on its operations."
About DispatchTrack
DispatchTrack is the leading solution provider of right-time delivery management software, helping top brands around the globe power successful deliveries 180 million times a year. Since 2010, DispatchTrack's scalable SaaS platform has made delivery organizations more connected, agile, and intelligent using highly-configurable capabilities designed to empower better delivery management from end to end. Our proprietary AI-powered routing algorithm ensures 98% ETA accuracy in last mile deliveries, and we're constantly innovating to improve performance and better serve our 2,000+ global customers, including Wal-Mart, Coca-Cola, Ashley, Ferguson Enterprises, Cargill, McCain Foods, and many others. When businesses make promises to their customers—DispatchTrack makes sure they deliver.
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CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia’s prime minister has called for a May 21 election that will be fought on issues including Chinese economic coercion, climate change and theCOVID-19 pandemic.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Sunday advised Governor-General David Hurley as representative of Australia’s head of state, Queen Elizabeth II, to set the election date.
Morrison’s conservative coalition is seeking a fourth three-year term. The date is the latest available to him.
He urged voters to stick with a government that delivered one of the lowest pandemic death tolls of any advanced economy rather than risk the opposition Labor Party.
“This election is a choice between a government that you know and that has been delivering and a Labor opposition that you don’t,” Morrison said.
Morrison led his government to a narrow victory at the last election in 2019 despite opinion polls consistently placing the center-left opposition Australian Labor Party ahead.
The Liberal Party-led coalition is again behind in most opinion polls, but many analysts predict a tight result.
The last election occurred in thehottest and driest year Australia had ever experienced. The year ended with devastating wildfires across Australia’s southeast that directly killed 33 people and more than 400 others through smoke.
The fires also destroyed more than 3,000 homes and razed 19 million hectares (47 million acres) of farmland and forests during the Southern Hemisphere summer.
Morrison was widely criticized for taking a secret family vacation to Hawaii at the height of the crisis while his hometown Sydney was blanketed in toxic smoke.
He cut his vacation short due to the public backlash, but was further criticized over his explanation for his absence: “I don’t hold a hose.”
His government was criticized for its responses to the fires and also record flooding this year in some of the same areas in Australia’s southeast that were razed two years earlier.
Both the government and opposition have set a target of net zero carbon gas emissions by 2050.
Morrison was widely criticized at the U.N. climate conference in Glasgow, Scotland, in November for failing to set more ambitious targets for the end of the decade.
The government aims to reduce emissions by 26% to 28% below 2005 levels, while other countries have made steeper commitments.
The Australian Labor Party has promised to reduce emissions by 43% by 2030.
Australia was initially successful in containing the death toll from the COVID-19 pandemic largely through restrictions on international travel.
But the more contagious delta and omicron variants have proved more difficult to contain.
The opposition criticized the government over the pace of Australia’s vaccine rollout, which was derided as a “stroll out,” as it fell months behind schedule. Australia’s population is now one of the most vaccinated in the world.
The government has defended its pandemic record and takes credit for Australia having the third-lowest death toll among the 38 Organization for Economic Development and Cooperation countries.
With China imposing official and unofficial trade sanctions against Australia in recent years, the government argues that Beijing wants Labor to win the election because the party was less likely to stand up to economic coercion.
Labor takes credit for thwarting the government’s plan in 2014 to sign an extradition treaty with China. Bilateral relations have since deteriorated, and the government now warns that Australians risk arbitrary detention if they visit China.
Several experts say both sides of politics are largely united on national security issues and that the government in confecting differences on China.
“The government is seeking to create the perception of a difference between it and the opposition on a critical national security issue, that is China, seeking to create the perception of a difference when none in practice exists,” said Dennis Richardson, a former head of Defense, Foreign Affairs and the spy agency Australian Security Intelligence Organization and the former Australian ambassador to the United States.
“That is not in the national interest. That only serves the interests of one country and that is China,” Richardson added. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/australian-prime-minister-calls-may-election/ | 2022-04-10T19:04:47Z |
Saturday night forecast: Warmer Sunday followed by heat next week
Another heat wave all week next week
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Hopefully you have a chance to enjoy or get some yard work done today because we rarely are blessed with a late July day as nice as today. There is a low chance for a couple weak rain showers overnight tonight. Not expecting anything measurable or widespread. Sunday will be warmer on track to be near average in late July in the low 90s. Winds Sunday will be slow from the general south at 5 to 10 mph under mostly sunny skies. Extreme heat near 100º returns Monday with high humidity too.
Tonight: Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 60s. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday: Mostly sunny. Highs in the low 90s. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.
Monday: Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.
After a week spent below normal we will now spend a week above normal... Not what we want to hear. Temperatures Monday will rocket into the upper 90s as southerly flow returns. Winds will generally be on the lighter side out of the south, but a stronger gust around 15 mph is possible through the day. We will likely hit 100º in Topeka again on Tuesday under sunny skies. Winds will be breezy Tuesday from the south at 10 to 20 mph. The heat continues into next weekend.
During this time heat index values will be over 100º potentially between 105º-110º, especially Tuesday and Wednesday. There is a low chance for an isolated rain shower or two Wednesday night as a weak system passes through, but not expecting much to happen or even change.
Looking long-range, there are some indications of a stronger cold front to sweep through sometime early next week (week of August 8). If this holds together in the coming days we may be looking at another cool down and rain chance during that timeframe. For now though we have a long and hot week to get through.
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PayPal said Friday that the company will no longer sponsor the Phoenix Suns if owner Robert Sarver remains part of the franchise when his suspension ends.
And the National Basketball Players Association later made its stance clear, with executive director Tamika Tremaglio telling ESPN that NBA players want Sarver banned for life.
PayPal said its current partnership deal with the Suns ends after the coming 2022-23 season, meaning it will expire during Sarver’s one-year suspension from the NBA. Sarver was suspended this week, plus fined $10 million, after an investigation showed a pattern of lewd, misogynistic and racist speech and conduct during his 18 years as owner of the Suns.
In a statement, PayPal President and CEO Dan Schulman pointed to his company’s “strong record of combatting racism, sexism and all forms of discrimination” and said Sarver’s conduct is “unacceptable and in conflict with our values.”
“In light of the findings of the NBA’s investigation, we will not renew our sponsorship should Robert Sarver remain involved with the Suns organization, after serving his suspension,” Schulman said.
Schulman said PayPal will remain supportive of the team, its players “and the experienced and diverse talent now leading the organization,” including coach Monty Williams, general manager James Jones, assistant general manager Morgan Cato and senior vice president of people and culture Kim Corbitt.
Williams, Jones, Cato and Corbitt are Black. The investigation into Sarver showed he “repeated or purported to repeat the N-word on at least five occasions spanning his tenure with the Suns,” though it noted that the independent lawyers hired by the NBA to conduct the probe made “no finding that Sarver used this racially insensitive language with the intent to demean or denigrate.”
PayPal’s statement came one day after Suns vice chairman Jahm Najafi called for Sarver to resign, saying there should be “zero tolerance” for lewd, misogynistic and racist conduct in any workplace. Some players, including Suns guard Chris Paul — a past president of the National Basketball Players Association — and Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, also have said the NBA’s sanctions of Sarver did not go far enough.
Those statements from Paul and James came Wednesday, hours after NBA Commissioner Adam Silver detailed some of his reasons for deciding a suspension and fine were the proper sanctions. On Friday, Tremaglio told ESPN the union “absolutely” wants Sarver ousted from the league.
“While we understand that there has been a thorough investigation and we’re very pleased that the NBA was able to follow through on that because that’s clearly something that we want to see happen, we also want to make it very clear that we do not want him back in a position where he will be impacting our players and those who serve our players on a daily basis,” Tremaglio said in a televised interview.
PayPal is based in San Jose, California. The technology platform and digital payments company also has been a partner for the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury and a Spanish soccer team, both owned by Sarver.
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The Flagship Hybrid Robot Vacuum and Mop paired with new Empty Wash Fill Dock was recognized for its performance in home cleaning automation
HONG KONG, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Roborock, creator of ultra-intelligent home robotics engineered to simplify life, today announced the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra was selected a winner of the coveted T3 Awards 2022. The innovative hybrid robot vacuum and mop with auto-empty dock earned top recognition in the "Best Robot Vacuums" category, repeating a brand win in the same category after the predecessor Roborock S6 MaxV won in 2021.
"The T3 Awards are among the most coveted in the consumer electronics space," said Richard Chang, Chief Executive Officer of Roborock. "Receiving recognition for the superior performance of the S7 MaxV Ultra in the robot vacuum category is a show of the hard work of our R&D team who built a feature packed and well-engineered product. We are proud to create products that make our lives simpler and our homes cleaner."
Officially announced in January 2022, the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra advances home cleaning automation into a new category. Considering the tough competition amongst its robovac peers, it's clear that the advanced object recognition technology, customized cleaning options and performance in cleaning hard floors and vacuuming carpets alike was unmatched. What's more, the vacuum dust bin is emptied and the mop is automatically washed and refilled with clean water by a new Empty Wash Fill Dock.
Since launching at CES 2022, the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra has proved its superior capability through numerous accolades including over 14 "Best of CES" recognitions like Digital Trends' Top Tech CES 2022 and also the recent Reddot Design Award 2022.
To learn more about the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra and the company's line-up of premier cleaning robots, please visit us.roborock.com.
About Roborock
Roborock is committed to innovation in researching, developing, and producing home cleaning devices, particularly robotic, cordless, and wet/ dry vacuum cleaners. Every Roborock product has been designed with an eye on solving genuine problems, so Roborock customers can live better lives. Currently, Roborock is available in more than 40 countries, including the U.S., Germany, France, and Spain. The company operates out of four locations, with offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong. For more information visit https://us.roborock.com/.
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Trusted manufacturer will display and demonstrate a range of innovative products at the leading event for plumbing system design professionals in Indianapolis Sept. 19-20
ROCHESTER, N.H., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Laars® Heating Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of commercial, residential, and industrial water and space heating products, will showcase a selection of high-efficiency, innovative products at the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) Convention & Expo in Indianapolis in September.
Representatives from Laars will be available at Booth #601 during the Expo Sept. 19-20.
"ASPE is one of the year's best opportunities to connect with the people who trust and rely on Laars products," said Chuck O'Donnell, director of marketing for Laars Heating Systems. "This world-class event allows us to hear directly from the front lines of the industry and to present close-up, hands-on demonstrations of our comprehensive range of solutions for commercial or residential applications."
The ASPE Convention & Expo (Sept. 16-21) is the premier event for plumbing system design professionals, introducing attendees to game-changing innovations, profitable solutions, and new ideas that help them maintain their competitive edge. The two-day ASPE Expo (Sept. 19-20) is a unique opportunity to discover new plumbing technologies and practical solutions to plumbing design challenges directly from product experts.
During the Expo, information and demonstrations for the following Laars products will be available:
- Laars NeoTherm®: The Laars NeoTherm® boilers and volume water heaters are available in 12 sizes from 80 to 1200 MBH with 95%+ AHRI certified efficiencies and ultra-low NOx emissions.
- Laars OmniTherm®: The Laars OmniTherm® boilers and volume water heaters are available in six sizes from 1250 to 3000 MBH, with stainless steel heat exchangers and Laars Linc® intuitive controls.
- Laars Pennant®: With field proven reliability and intuitive touchscreen controls, the Pennant line of fan-assisted, modular boilers and water heaters ranks among the industry's most versatile and environmentally friendly commercial systems for hydronic and hot water applications. All Pennant® models are now standard with the Laars Linc® Control System.
- Laars Plate™: The Laars Plate™ is a double-wall plate and frame water-to-water heater constructed with a 316 Stainless Steel heat exchanger.
Visit https://www.laars.com/ for more information about Laars Heating Systems.
About Laars® Heating Systems
Laars® Heating Systems, headquartered in Rochester, N.H., manufactures and distributes products widely used in residential and commercial space heating, radiant floor heating, volume water heating, and in industrial process markets. For your home, business or commercial heating needs Laars® products are the quality choice. For more information, visit http://www.laars.com.
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Consortium aims to speed the development and delivery of customized or 'bespoke' gene therapies
WASHINGTON, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) announced that it has joined the Bespoke Gene Therapy Consortium (BGTC). Launched in October 2021, the BGTC will generate gene therapy resources that the research community can use to streamline gene therapy development for rare disorders, making the process more efficient and less costly. Danaher's Life Science companies join the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), twelve pharmaceutical and biotech companies and nine non-profits, and will be represented by experts from Danaher Corporation and its companies, notably Pall Corporation, Aldevron and Cytiva. The project is managed by the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) as part of the Accelerating Medicines Partnership® program.
"Danaher's companies have a history of working with drug developers to provide new technologies and services that enable the advancement of breakthrough genomic medicines," said Sadik Kassim, Chief Technology Officer, Genomic Medicines for the Life Sciences companies at Danaher. "We are committed to continuing our work in this space and to collaborating with the NIH, FDA, and like-minded industry partners to accelerate the development of platform technologies and diagnostics that enable the next generation of breakthrough therapies."
The BGTC was formed in response to shortcomings in the current drug development model that make it difficult for companies to recover the costs required to develop gene therapies to treat rare and ultra-rare diseases.
"The Life Sciences companies of Danaher have the global presence and broad capabilities to support Genomic Medicine researchers and the industrial scale-up of biological treatments, making them ideal contributors to the BGTC. We are confident that their reach and expertise will help the BGTC realize its goal of streamlining the drug development process to reduce costs and enable companies to bring more gene therapies to patients," said Courtney Silverthorn, Associate Vice President of Research Partnerships at the FNIH.
"The COVID-19 pandemic has shown the world what is possible when partners from the public, private and non-profit sectors come together to solve big, societal challenges," said Jose-Carlos Gutierrez-Ramos, Chief Science Officer at Danaher. "We believe collaborations like the BGTC are critical to unlock bottlenecks in the development of therapies for rare and ultra-rare diseases."
Learn more about BGTC by visiting https://fnih.org/our-programs/AMP/BGTC.
ABOUT DANAHER
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping its customers solve complex challenges and improving quality of life around the world. Its family of world class brands has leadership positions in the demanding and attractive health care, environmental and applied end-markets. With more than 20 operating companies, Danaher's globally diverse team of approximately 80,000 associates is united by a common culture and operating system, the Danaher Business System, and its Shared Purpose, Helping Realize Life's Potential. For more information, please visit www.danaher.com.
ABOUT BGTC
The Bespoke Gene Therapy Consortium (BGTC) is part of the Accelerating Medicines Partnership® (AMP®) program, a public–private partnership among NIH, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), multiple pharmaceutical and life sciences companies, and nonprofit and other organizations. The AMP program, which is managed by the Foundation for the NIH (FNIH), aims to improve current models for developing diagnostics and therapies. The BGTC is establishing platforms and standards to speed the development and delivery of customized or "bespoke" gene therapies that could treat millions of people affected by rare diseases, including diseases too rare to be of commercial interest. The BGTC is the first AMP initiative focused on rare diseases and the sixth AMP initiative overall. It also is the first to focus on a therapeutic platform.
ABOUT THE FOUNDATION FOR THE NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
The Foundation for the National Institutes of Health creates and manages alliances with public and private institutions in support of the mission of the NIH, the world's premier medical research agency. The Foundation, also known as the FNIH, works with its partners to accelerate biomedical research and strategies against diseases and health concerns in the United States and across the globe. The FNIH organizes and administers research projects; supports education and training of new researchers; organizes educational events and symposia; and administers a series of funds supporting a wide range of health issues. Established by Congress, the FNIH is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. For additional information about the FNIH, please visit fnih.org.
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PITTSBURGH, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a clear indicator to show if someone has smoked within a vehicle interior," said an inventor, from Cleveland, Ohio, "so I invented the VEHICLE SMOKE INDICATOR. My design could help to discourage individuals from smoking in the car."
The patent-pending invention provides an effective way to detect cigarette smoke within a vehicle. In doing so, it could help to enforce a no smoking policy. As a result, it provides added peace of mind and it could help to keep the car smelling clean and free from smoke. The invention features a simple design that is easy to apply so it is ideal for vehicle owners, parents with teenagers, vehicle rental companies, etc. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Cleveland sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-CDK-202, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com
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TAIPEI, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Acer Inc. (TWSE: 2353) announced its consolidated revenues for May at NT$22.18 billion, which was down 10.6% year-on-year (YoY). However, due to improvement of the supply chain, revenues grew by 15.4% month-on-month (MoM). The year-to-May consolidated revenues of NT$119.78 billion marked a slight decline of 1.3% YoY.
Business highlights include:
- Gaming business [1] revenue in May grew 23.0% MoM
- Chromebook business revenue in May grew 174.5% MoM
The public subsidiaries have all released their May revenues, and in total grew by 9.8% MoM, 26.8 % YoY, and 34.4% YTD (year-to-date).
Some initiatives under incubation have shown significant growth, including:
- Acer Gaming Inc. revenue in May grew 69.4% MoM, 114.6% YoY, and 28.5% YTD
- MPS Energy Inc. revenue in May grew 30.2% MoM, 33.8% YoY, and 145.9% YTD
Acer's strategy to build multiple business engines continues its momentum. The May revenues of businesses other than PCs and displays contributed to 21.3% of the total revenue, with growth of 12.1% MoM, 18.3% YoY, and 26.6% YTD.
[1] Acer's gaming related products and businesses
About Acer
Founded in 1976, Acer is one of the world's top ICT companies with a presence in more than 160 countries. As Acer evolves with the industry and changing lifestyles, it is focused on enabling a world where hardware, software and services will fuse with one another, creating ecosystems and opening up new possibilities for consumers and businesses alike. Acer's 7,500 employees are dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of products and solutions that break barriers between people and technology. Please visit www.acer.com for more information.
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WASHINGTON, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA has selected hundreds of small businesses and dozens of research institutions to develop technology to help drive the future of space exploration, ranging from novel sensors and electronics to new types of software and cutting-edge materials. The newly awarded projects under the agency's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program also include a high-power electric rocket and a coating to make solar panels more efficient that could be used both in space and here on Earth.
The awards total nearly $50 million, with investments spread out over 39 states and Washington. Under the selection, 333 proposals from 257 small businesses and 41 research institutions – including 10 Minority Serving Institutions – will be awarded first-round funding for technology development. View the full lists of SBIR awardees and STTR awardees online.
"NASA is working on ambitious, groundbreaking missions that require innovative solutions from a variety of sources – especially our small businesses," said NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy. "Small businesses have the creative edge and expertise needed to help our agency solve our common and complex challenges, and they are crucial to maintaining NASA's leadership in space. The SBIR program is one of the key ways we do that as well as creating jobs in a growing, sustainable space economy."
NASA investments in American small businesses and research institutions help provide the innovations needed for the exciting and ambitious missions on the agency's horizon and foster robust commercial space and technology sectors.
Each proposal team will receive $150,000 – a 20% increase over previous years' funding – to establish the merit and feasibility of their innovations. Phase I SBIR contracts are awarded to small businesses and last for six months, while Phase I STTR contracts are awarded to small businesses in partnership with a research institution and last for 13 months.
"The selections span a breadth of areas to empower the agency's work in human exploration, space technology, science, and aeronautics," said Jenn Gustetic, director of early-stage innovation and partnerships for NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate. "We're excited about the uses for these technologies for Artemis and other missions, as well as their potential use in the commercial space industry and people's everyday lives."
About 30% of the awards will go to first-time NASA SBIR/STTR recipients. This includes Ad Astra Rocket Company based in Webster, Texas. With its Phase I award, the company will develop a new way of manufacturing part of its Variable Specific Impulse Magnetoplasma Rocket, or VASIMR, engine – a high-power electric rocket engine the company has been working on with NASA for 25 years. In the engine, powerful radiofrequency waves are launched by special antennas, called couplers. The waves ionize gas into plasma, which is then accelerated to provide rocket thrust. The Phase I funding will be used to manufacture couplers in a way that increases the engine's power limit. This innovation will help move the entire engine closer to commercialization, where it could be used for high-maneuverability satellites, lunar settlement cargo delivery, and more.
Nearly 25% of the selected companies are women-owned, veteran-owned, disadvantaged, and/or HUBzone small businesses. For example, D2K Technologies, a women- and minority-owned small business based in Oceanside, California, will create a monitoring and advisory system for health management of solenoid operated valves (SOV) used in industrial applications with its Phase I award. This technology could find use in many of NASA's research centers, testing centers, and launch sites, since SOVs are basic components of most fluid systems. And, with the widespread use of SOVs in industrial applications, the system could be useful to oil and gas, nuclear, manufacturing, power generation, chemical, food, and pharmaceutical companies. This eight-person company is also a first-time NASA SBIR awardee.
"Finding and building a diverse community of entrepreneurs is a central part of our program's outreach, and the efforts to reach them can start even before Phase I," said Gynelle Steele, deputy program executive for NASA's SBIR/STTR program at NASA Headquarters in Washington. "For example, working in partnership with NASA's Minority University Research and Education Project, we started offering M-STTR planning grants last year, which incentivized partnerships between MSIs and small businesses and prepared them to submit a STTR Phase I proposal in 2022."
M-STTR awardee Oakwood University, a historically Black university based in Huntsville, Alabama, will continue working alongside SSS Optical Technologies, a small business also based in Huntsville, using their Phase I award to develop a new type of coating for photovoltaic (PV) cells embedded in solar sails. The coating could generate extra electricity and improve the overall PV conversion efficiency, which could advance solar sailing and other power and energy conversion needs for space exploration. This technology could improve the efficiency of commercial solar panels.
NASA selected Phase I proposals to receive funding by judging their technical merit and commercial potential. Based on their progress during Phase I, companies may submit proposals for $850,000 in Phase II funding to develop a prototype, as well as subsequent SBIR/STTR Post Phase II opportunities. The NASA SBIR/STTR program is part of the Space Technology Mission Directorate and is managed by NASA's Ames Research Center in California's Silicon Valley.
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Aviation expert expands contribution to industry with latest appointment
BALTIMORE, June 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Annual Meeting of the Membership held June 16, 2022, in conjunction with its Aviation Leadership Conference in Washington, DC, Jessie Naor, GrandView Aviation President joined two others as newly elected members of the association's Board of Directors.
"I'm thrilled to continue supporting NATA's mission of advancing aviation infrastructure and services in the US. GrandView Aviation transports private charter passengers and organ transplant teams to communities without airline services around the country," said Ms. Naor. "Our essential service cannot succeed without access to the over 5,000 airports and thousands of other aviation business that NATA advocates for."
Jessie Naor was named President of GrandView Aviation in 2022 after serving as its Chief Operating Officer and Chief Marketing Officer. In addition to her leadership of GrandView, she was elected to the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Board of Directors and serves as Vice Chairman of the Air Charter Safety Foundation Board of Governors and former Chairman of the Part 135 Committee; she was a member of the FAA's Duty & Rest Aviation Rule Making Committee; sits on the Board of Governors' for the Air Charter Safety Foundation; writes a monthly aviation safety column for Aviation Week and a National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Top 40 under 40 in 2020. Jessie's speaking engagements include presentations at Women in Aviation International (WAI) and the Organization for Donation and Transplant Professionals (NATCO). Jessie holds an Associate's Degree in Air Traffic Control (Summa Cum Laude), CCBC Catonsville, and a BA in Aviation Business Administration (Cum Laude), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and an MBA in Management & Finance from The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School.
"NATA is thrilled to have Jessie as a strong voice for the Part 135 community on NATA's Board of Directors. Her enthusiasm, knowledge, and experience are invaluable to furthering NATA's mission to advance the safety and success of all aviation businesses," stated NATA President and CEO Timothy Obitts. See NATA's press release
GrandView Aviation is a private aviation charter operation serving VIP clients and medical transplant transport missions. The company's fleet of Phenom 300 private charter jets and Sikorsky helicopter gives access to departure points across the United States from the company's 8 bases in Baltimore/DC, Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles and Phoenix. GrandView Aviation is a FAA Part 135 certificated aircraft operator and carries the elite Wyvern Wingman safety rating. The company was recently acquired by Global Medical Response (GMR) and operates under AirMed International, part of the GMR family. For more information about GrandView Aviation, please visit www.flygv.com. For information about GMR, visit www.GlobalMedicalResponse.com.
With more than 36,000 team members, Global Medical Response delivers compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services in the United States and around the world. GMR was formed by combining the industry leaders in air, ground, managed medical transportation, and community, industrial/specialty and wildland fire services. Each of our companies has a long history of proudly serving the communities where we live: American Medical Response (AMR), Rural Metro Fire, Air Evac Lifeteam, REACH Air Medical Services, Guardian Flight, Med-Trans Corporation and AirMed International. For additional information, visit us on LinkedIn or at www.GlobalMedicalResponse.com.
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has been the voice of aviation business for more than 80 years. Representing nearly 3,700 aviation businesses, NATA's member companies provide a broad range of services to general aviation, the airlines and the military and NATA serves as the public policy group representing the interests of aviation businesses before Congress and the federal agencies. For information about NATA visit www.nata.aero.
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ROUND ROCK, Texas, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.33 per common share, which will be payable on July 29 to shareholders of record as of July 20.
Dell began paying a quarterly cash dividend in April following board approval of a dividend policy in February of this year.
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Octo develops a data mesh solution for federal government customers seeking to source, manage, access, and protect trustworthy analytical data at scale
RESTON, Va., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Octo announces its new data mesh solution for federal clients seeking to accelerate the pace of innovation and realize greater mission value from their data analytics investments. Octo's solution fulfills increasing demands for trustworthy analytics data at scale by embracing an innovative, new approach to data management based on the principles of domain data ownership, managing data as a product, self-service infrastructure as a data platform, and federated, computational data governance.
"Federal government organizations are large-scale and complex, and they are operating in an increasingly volatile, uncertain landscape," said Cindy Walker, Octo's Vice President of Data Center of Excellence. "Our data mesh solution helps federal clients to simplify data discovery and speed analytical insights and machine learning model development to sustain agility and respond gracefully in the face of constant change."
Building on the 'data as a product' principle, the data mesh solution delivers outcomes that increase data value and mission agility by helping agencies embrace product thinking and manage data as a product.
Sujey Edwards, Chief Technology Officer for Octo said, "We are excited to be at the forefront of this solution for our federal customers, providing more control over data. In this model, the data becomes a useable product and reduces dependency on others. It is essentially decentralized data management focused on organizational change for the future."
Octo is using oLabs, its cutting-edge R&D facility in Reston, Virginia, to address customers' most pressing issues with innovative emerging technology solutions in real time.
About Octo
Octo is a technology firm dedicated to solving the Federal Government's most complex challenges, enabling agencies to jump the technology curve. We don't just modernize. We create lasting change through best practices that help agencies implement and integrate at-scale next-generation technology and innovation. With a mission and service first mentality, we provide Agile, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, Cloud, Open Source, and Data Science solutions, collaborating to solve customers' pressing problems. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Octo delivers proven technology vital to the intelligence community and health care, defense, national security, and civilian agencies that directly impact our nation. Visit octo.us.
CONTACT: Ethan Muerlin, VP, Marketing & Corporate Partnerships, Octo ethan.muerlin@octo.us, M: 571-271-5349
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AlphaTauri is awaiting a decision from the FIA on Colton Herta’s eligibility to compete in Formula One next season, and it said Saturday the delay is affecting the team’s planning for its 2023 lineup.
Pierre Gasly is currently under contract to AlphaTauri via a deal with Red Bull, but Alpine would like the Frenchman to fill the seat opening when Fernando Alonso leaves at the end of the season. It would require McLaren to release its F1 rights to Herta, the 22-year-old Californian seeking to become the first American on the F1 grid since Alexander Rossi in 2015.
Herta does not have the required Super License needed to race in F1, so any deal is contingent on an FIA ruling.
“The latest on Pierre is that he has a contract with us,” AlphaTauri team principal Franz Tost said Saturday ahead of the Italian Grand Prix. “And regarding Colton Herta, it’s a decision from the FIA whether he gets the Super License or not, and I hope that FIA will take this decision as soon as possible so that we know how to build up the team and where to go for next year.”
Tost was then asked if AlphaTauri might look into the Red Bull junior driver academy for a replacement for Gasly, or if F2 driver Liam Lawson might be in the mix. AlphaTauri is the junior program for Red Bull, and Tost indicated a driver decision will come from above and be either Gasly or Herta.
“This is a decision from Red Bull, which driver they will bring into the team,” Tost said. “But I think if it’s not Colton Herta, then Pierre Gasly will stay and nothing will change.”
But any hope of Herta receiving an exemption on the Super License — and Herta said Friday he’d prefer to earn the license and not receive an FIA exemption — seemed to be waning in discussions happening in Italy.
Ferrari principal Mattia Binotto was clearly against any sort of exemption for Herta.
“I think force majeure cannot be used for Herta. That will be a completely wrong approach,” Binotto said. “Regulations are in place in order to protect our sports and make sure that we’re making the right process and choices for our sport itself. So Herta may participate in the championship, (when) he’s got what are the requirements to do so and not differently.
“I think that’s very important and we will certainly overview what FIA will do in that respect. And I think each single team will do so because it’s for the importance of our sport. We cannot have force majeure or whatever are the situations, which is not a force majeure, certainly in that case.”
An FIA spokesman then told Motorsport.com that “the FIA will not be pressured by any teams into decisions on matters such as Super License points. The FIA President has implemented robust governance, and we will abide by that.”
Herta lacks the required points for a Super License because of how little the FIA values IndyCar, a series it does not govern. IndyCar’s worth falls somewhere between F2 and F3, both junior categories filled somewhat by wealthy ride-buyers. When Indy Lights driver Linus Lundqvist starts Saturday’s race he will clinch the Lights title and earn a Super License.
Lundqvist’s points come via the 15 points for the Lights title, 10 points for finishing third in Lights last year and his 2020 victory in the FIA-governed Formula Regional Americas Championship earned him 18 points.
The 23-year-old Swede will have 43 points at the end of Saturday. Herta, winner of seven IndyCar races over four seasons and the series’ youngest winner with his 2019 victory days ahead of his 19th birthday, will end the season Sunday with 32 points.
Herta can acquire additional points by running in first practice sessions, but there are only six F1 races remaining after Italy, so even that path would leave Herta two points short.
“There’s a regulation and if the FIA wants to change anything, then this is one side,” Tost said. “We, from our side, will support it of course. If it’s necessary to run in FP1 then we will run him in FP1. We will do everything what is being requested.”
Herta is managed by his father, former IndyCar driver Bryan Herta, and the two were in full preparations at Laguna Seca Raceway in California for the young driver to go for his third consecutive victory on the road course.
Bryan Herta said he was choosing his words carefully when discussing his son’s potential opportunity.
“I understand both sides of the argument. I have an emotional side to one side of the argument,” Bryan Herta said. “But I have an intellectual understanding to the other side of the argument.”
He also said his son has “strongly resisted” being updated on the ever-changing developments because he wanted to focus on the close of the IndyCar season. This year has been his worst with just one victory and he’s ranked a career-low ninth in the IndyCar standings.
But Bryan Herta also noted all the debate coming out of F1 has made it “uncomfortable” for the Hertas.
“Team owners, the drivers over there, making this specific to Colton,” Bryan Herta said. “I think that can be a little uncomfortable and I don’t think he wants to go there like some kind of special case. I think he wants to take a chance on Formula One and I believe he is good enough to deserve that chance.
“But you also don’t want to go over there with an asterisk walking in. So I’ve been a little surprised by how contentious and how public the whole thing has been. I’d rather it just be settled quietly and that’s it.”
Bryan Herta added he’s unsure what sort of licensing his son has that could potentially permit him to end the IndyCar season and quickly enter some FIA-approved series in an attempt to collect some quick points.
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Manhattan Parks and Recreation face challenges hiring staff
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -Manhattan Parks and Recreation says they have to scale back due to increased operating costs.
They say flat revenues are responsible for hiring cutbacks. They have been on a hiring freeze since 2018.
Manhattan Parks and Rec invited the public and laid out the challenges they face.
“We’ve been flat revenue and we have had reduction but a lot of it is post Covid and lack of, just everyone has a lack of ability to hire enough folks,” said Ron Fehr, Manhattan City Manager.
At the meeting, the city announced fall sports like volleyball and basketball may have different times and locations, and volunteers may play a larger role.
Some families say it could be a big adjustment-
“If I have Kaw Valley soccer, practices are Tuesday and Thursday. I have four kids if I know I have a time for one kid I can meet my other kids needs, when you sign up for parks and rec you have no idea when you are practicing, you cannot meet your other children’s needs,” said one parent.
The city said their short term goal is to increase sponsorship development and explore program fees.
Parents at the meeting said they want affordable costs.
“If you look at the value parks and rec provide, I think it’s important for our community to have an opportunity for people who may have some financial restraints and give the kids the opportunity to play in team sports. When we look at the soccer program it’s a great league and the coaches are great and my kids love it, but the reality is it’s priced out for both people most people can’t afford $300-400 for registration fees and uniforms,” said another parent.
The parks and rec advisory board did not take any action Monday night.
They say they’ll take this feedback and have further discussions.
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VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - LUXXFOLIO Holdings Inc. (the "Company" or "LUXXFOLIO" which includes reference to its subsidiaries) (CSE: LUXX) (OTCQB: LUXFF) (Frankfurt/Berlin: LUH), announces that it has agreed to a debt settlement arrangement (the "Debt Settlement") with its major lender (the "Lender"). Under the Debt Settlement, the Company will reduce its debt by approximately USD$5.8mm (the "Debt") in exchange for a reduction to its current mining fleet by approximately 1900 machines (the "Miners"). The Debt represents the Company's entire obligation to the Lender and substantially all the Company's long-term debt. The Miners represent substantially all the remaining mining machines that were directly acquired by the Company via asset backed financing facilities with the Lender.
To facilitate and simplify the Debt Settlement, the Company agreed, at the Lender's request, to have an event of default occur under the existing financing agreements to permit the Lender to execute its right under such agreements to take ownership of the Miners in full satisfaction of the Debt. The Debt Settlement is subject to the delivery of the Miners to the Lender and the Lender's satisfactory inspection of them.
This is a strategic move to manage risk in the volatile bitcoin mining industry and the general market conditions. LUXXFOLIO gains financial flexibility and capacity in our New Mexico site to aggressively pursue our immersion mining strategy.
LUXXFOLIO believes immersion is the future of mining and provides a risk-reduced business strategy for mining. With immersion mining, LUXXFOLIO collects consistent monthly hosting revenue, plus the bitcoin mined through the overclocking of hashrate – as high as 50%. This strategy reduces the significant capital required to procure and maintain current generation ASIC miners.
Immersion also provides benefits for a longer life cycle for mining equipment, a stable environment, and consistent temperatures year-round, even in warmer climates. The Company's initial immersion system commenced mining operations on August 8, 2022.
LUXXFOLIO will continue to leverage relationships developed with the Navajo Nation, benefitting from affordable green energy in climates and locations that otherwise would not be suitable for mining.
Please check out https://www.luxxfolio.com/immersion for further info.
LUXXFOLIO Holdings Inc. is a publicly traded digital asset company based in Canada. It operates an industrial scale cryptocurrency mining facility in the United States powered predominately by renewable energy with a focus on the blockchain ecosystem and generation of digital assets. LUXXFOLIO provides a liquid alternative for exposure to digital assets for the broader capital markets.
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To enhance delivery of care, Enroute streamlines the process of transporting patients from one place to another within the hospital in the least amount of time.
TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Using artificial intelligence, Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is streamlining patient navigation within the hospital by improving the efficiency of its patient transport department. Collaborating with an American company called Enroute, Tampa General is speeding up the processes of admitting, moving and discharging patients, and enhancing the health care experience while improving efficiency.
One of the challenges of any hospital is operational flow, where hundreds of people must be in the right place at the right time. Even a process as direct as moving a patient from Point A to Point B ─ from a room bed to an operating table, for instance ─ can make a difference in improving quality of care.
Previously, patient transport was manually directed and assigned by a dispatcher who scheduled all of the runs throughout the hospital. For example, if the patient needed to be transported from their hospital room to surgery, the dispatcher assigned the transporter via a message alert on a hospital-issued secure device.
"With Enroute, we can see the transporters' availability, location, and if they have a wheelchair or stretcher with them in real time," said Donna Tope, senior director of support services at the academic medical center. "The system can then automatically assign the closest transporter with the right equipment to transport that patient. It's critical to our world-class care that the patient transport department be as efficient as possible in moving patients to the services they need to recover.''
Using existing hospital data, Enroute's SaaS-based solution can perform multiple assignments at the same time and help team members move patients as efficiently as possible. All information is communicated through Tampa General's secure electronic medical record to a dedicated Tampa General device carried by the transporter. Saas (Software as a Service) is an innovative way of delivering applications over the internet as a service, instead of installing and maintaining software.
"At Enroute, we're making intra-hospital transportation as easy and as seamless as using your phone to hail and track your ride," said Mike Kosnik, co-founder and CEO of Enroute. "Transportation and support services are the backbone of any top hospital and health system, and it's our mission as we grow to give staff members in these departments the advanced tools necessary to thrive in their roles and ultimately provide patients with the highest levels of care."
Tampa General, including the dispatchers, collaborated with Enroute to develop and refine an AI platform that meets the needs of the 1,041-bed hospital and others like it. As an added benefit, the platform helps collect, organize and report information, which enhances response times. The automated system also provides data to measure employee efficiency and productivity. With this patient flow technology tool, Tampa General can achieve a number of objectives:
- Avoid conflicts when scheduling patient trips
- Coordinate multiple trips to minimize patient transports
- Speed up discharge notification
- Decrease waiting time and improve patient satisfaction
- Increase bed utilization
- More effectively move equipment, materials, linens, specimens and other items
The system already is proving its worth. Although the platform is still in the initial pilot period, some Tampa General departments saw patient transportation times decrease as much as 35% on average when compared to the previous two months. "Enroute allows us to better meet growing patient volumes and increase service capacity by improving our ability to move patients through the hospital,'' Tope added.
The engagement is part of TGH Innoventures, the hospital's innovation center and venture capital fund, which is dedicated to fostering innovation at Tampa General by partnering with and investing in early-stage startups. "Through our Co-Lab program, Tampa General collaborates and codevelops with early-stage health care companies to solve problems at Tampa General that have broader applicability to other systems in the industry. As part of the program, Enroute worked closely with our transport and innovation teams to refine the AI platform's design to elevate the transport process, while maintaining standards of excellence in patient care," said Rachel Feinman, vice president of innovation at Tampa General and managing director of TGH Innoventures. "Supporting this type of significant innovation is exactly why TGH Innoventures was created," Feinman said.
While Enroute found early success after deploying at a top Israeli hospital early in the pandemic, Tampa General is Enroute's flagship customer in the U.S. The academic medical center collaborated with Enroute to integrate with its Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and refine their solution for the U.S. market. The successful integration and deployment have helped to demonstrate both Enroute's appeal to the American Hospital Industry and its ability to make an impact.
Officially launched in the first quarter of 2021, TGH Innoventures provides a coordinated mechanism for Tampa General Hospital to develop innovative solutions to improve quality and access to care. It also provides Tampa General with a platform to invest resources and funds into emerging companies and the venture capital funds investing in health care-focused companies.
Tampa General Hospital, a 1,041-bed, not-for-profit, academic medical center, is one of the largest hospitals in America and delivers world-class care as the region's only center for Level l trauma and comprehensive burn care. Tampa General Hospital is the highest-ranked hospital in the market in U.S. News & World Report's 2022-23 Best Hospitals, and is tied as the third highest-ranked hospital in Florida, with seven specialties ranking among the best programs in the United States. Tampa General Hospital has been designated as a model of excellence by the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals list. The academic medical center's commitment to growing and developing its team members is recognized by two prestigious Forbes magazine rankings – first nationally in the 2022 America's Best Employers for Women and third out of 100 Florida companies in the 2021 America's Best Employers by State.Tampa General is the safety net hospital for the region, caring for everyone regardless of their ability to pay, and in fiscal year 2020, provided a net community benefit worth more than $182.5 million in the form of health care for underinsured patients, community education, and financial support to community health organizations in Tampa Bay. It is one of the nation's busiest adult solid organ transplant centers and is the primary teaching hospital for the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. With six medical helicopters, Tampa General Hospital transports critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. Tampa General houses a nationally accredited comprehensive stroke center, and its 32-bed Neuroscience, Intensive Care Unit is the largest on the West Coast of Florida. It also is home to the Jennifer Leigh Muma 82-bed Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, and a nationally accredited rehabilitation center. Tampa General Hospital's footprint includes 17 Tampa General Medical Group Primary Care offices, TGH Family Care Center Kennedy, TGH Brandon Healthplex, TGH Virtual Health, and 21 TGH Imaging powered by Tower outpatient radiology centers throughout Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas and Palm Beach counties. Tampa Bay area residents also receive world-class care from the TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track network of clinics, and they can even receive home visits in select areas through TGH Urgent Care at Home, powered by Fast Track. As one of the largest hospitals in the country, Tampa General Hospital is the first in Florida to partner with GE Healthcare and open a clinical command center that uses artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to improve and better coordinate patient care at a lower cost. For more information, go to www.tgh.org.
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LONDON, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Atlas Corp. ("Atlas") (NYSE: ATCO) is pleased to announce it has published its 2021 Sustainability Report. This is the second edition following the inaugural report published last year.
The report documents Atlas' progress towards its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals through numerous initiatives across its subsidiary companies, Seaspan Corporation and APR Energy.
Atlas' ESG program provides a structured approach to the sustainable operation of its companies. Strong ESG principles guide efforts across environmental awareness and responsibility as well as social interactions and inclusiveness, and Atlas prides itself in its diverse culture that is supported by a corporate governance framework that promotes transparent, ethical, legal, and fair behavior.
Bing Chen, President & CEO of Atlas, commented, "Atlas is focused on building a growing company backstopped by sound ESG principles, and this report highlights our commitment to sustainability in all aspects of our business. Our dedication to these initiatives enables us to diligently pursue ESG solutions with impactful results. We are proud to issue our second annual report demonstrating our journey toward a sustainable future."
The report is available for download on Atlas' website at atlascorporation.com/environmental-social-governance.
Atlas is a leading global asset management company, differentiated by its position as a best-in-class owner and operator with a focus on deploying capital to create sustainable shareholder value. Atlas brings together an experienced asset management team with deep operational and capital allocation experience. We target long-term, risk adjusted returns across high-quality infrastructure assets in the maritime sector, energy sector and other infrastructure verticals. Our two portfolio companies, Seaspan Corporation and APR Energy are unique, industry-leading operating platforms in the global maritime and energy spaces, respectively. For more information visit atlascorporation.com.
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Marketing changes by major COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers have people asking: What is Spikevax? What is Comirnaty?
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Spikevax is simply a new name for a product the public is already familiar with — the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Comirnaty is also just a new name for a familiar product — the Pfizer-BoiNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
“The vaccine has been known as the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, and will now be marketed as Spikevax, for the prevention of COVID-19 in individuals 18 years of age and older,” an online FDA publication said. “The vaccine that has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine will now be marketed as Comirnaty, for the prevention of COVID-19 in individuals 16 years of age and older.
The change is the result of the full approval of the vaccines by the FDA, which has previously only allowed their use on an emergency basis.
On March 29, the FDA authorized a second booster dose of the two vaccines for older and immunocompromised individuals. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has set up a website, Vaccines.gov, to help individuals find COVID-19 vaccines and boosters in their area. | https://cw33.com/news/what-are-spikevax-and-comirnaty/ | 2022-04-12T14:29:23Z |
(KTLA) – Brad Pitt’s high-action comedy “Bullet Train” is receiving a mixed bag of reviews.
The film premiered in Los Angeles on Monday night at the Regency Village Theatre in Westwood, and the stars were out in full force.
For some, the David Leitch-directed movie, which also features Sandra Bullock, Joey King, Bad Bunny, Zazie Beetz, Brian Tyree Henry and Aaron Taylor Johnson, doesn’t deliver what many expected.
Entertainment Weekly’s Leah Greenblatt gave the movie a B+.
“At 126 minutes, “Bullet Train” is maybe 20 minutes too long,” she explained. “The movie seems to be having too much fun to reach its final station on time, and too many winky drop-ins from A-list action heroes to wedge in.”
“The geographical logic of ‘Bullet Train’ doesn’t make much sense, but then, the movie looks as if it was produced without the principals so much as stepping foot in Japan,” explained Variety’s Peter Debruge. “And why not? It’s essentially a live-action cartoon, with high-profile cameos sprinkled in for added laughs.”
“In the spirit of honesty, the makers of Brad Pitt’s manic, messy #BulletTrain should have just called it ‘Kill Brad, Vol. 1,’ tweeted Rolling Stone magazine.
The Hollywood Reporter cut to the chase and called it a “thrill-free thrill ride.”
“For a movie with so much volatile physicality and bruising punishment, there’s an inertia about the whole thing, a soullessness that makes every contrived smirk grate,” explained THR’s David Rooney. “We don’t care about who gets pounded to a pulp or shot to pieces because there are no characters to root for — good guys or bad.”
While the film hasn’t impressed critics, Pitt’s performance is an outlier.
“‘Bullet Train’ is not a good film, but Pitt is having a truly palpable amount of fun in it,” explained David Ehrlich of IndieWire. “And the energy that radiates off of him as he fights Bad Bunny over an explosive briefcase or styles his hair with the blow dryer function of a Japanese toilet is somehow magnetic enough to convince us that we’re having fun, too.”
“This film is not just bloated, tedious, dim-witted, and glib, it’s also redundant,” said AV Club’s Todd Gilchrist. “Ultimately, ‘Bullet Train’ aims to be slick when it needs to be smart, and predictable when it should be provocative — effectively making all of the wrong stops at exactly the wrong time.”
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WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Adam Scott felt he was playing well enough that he should start seeing some better scores at some point. That moment appears to have arrived at just the right time.
Scott put together another tidy round Friday except for one hole — a double bogey on the 17th — for a 2-under 69 that gave him a one-shot lead going into the weekend at the BMW Championship.
Masters champion Scottie Scheffler opened with three straight birdies and then cooled for 67, while Jordan Spieth’s hopes for a bogey-free round ended by a few inches when his tee shot caught the sticky first cut instead of the fairway. His bogey gave him a 67.
They were one shot behind, along with Cameron Young (68) and Corey Conners (67).
Scott, who was at 8-under 134, wasn’t sure how much golf would be on is plate in August. He was No. 77 in the FedEx Cup, not assured of even making it to the BMW Championship, until a tie for fifth last week in the FedEx Cup playoffs opener.
That was enough of a spark, and now he’s looking to cash in as one of the top 30 players who make it to the FedEx Cup finale next week in Atlanta for the Tour Championship.
“I’m in great shape going into the weekend. I don’t even know when the last time I led a tournament was,” Scott said.
He won at Riviera in 2020. His last 36-hole lead was at Doral for a World Golf Championship in 2016, which he went on to win.
“I certainly haven’t had my best stuff for quite a while. It’s been a battle for sure,” he said. “But that’s how this game is. I’d like to make the most of this position now over the next 36 holes.”
A brief look behind would remind him it won’t be easy, and the Australian knows this.
Spieth has looked solid over two days at Wilmington Country Club, with only one bogey in each round. He missed the cut last week and feels his postseason didn’t start until Monday when he arrived at Wilmington. That’s not just about trying to erase a bad memory.
Spieth headed to southern tip of Baja California after the British Open, wanting a break before the hectic finish to the season. One problem. Upon returning to Dallas, every course he plays was closed, and his only option was hitting from a stall in a practice facility.
Only when he arrived in Tennessee last week did he realize his swing had stayed on vacation, and his coach wasn’t available to join him until Delaware. He turned it around quickly.
“I feel like I’m doing everything good, nothing spectacular, but I feel like in every facet of my game, it’s trending and improving, and I know what to do to get it better and better,” Spieth said. “Certainly feels really good. Coming into the weekend, it’s a good opportunity to just have a lot of trust, focus on trying to win this golf tournament, not think about next week.”
Scheffler also missed the cut last week and joined Spieth and others at Pine Valley on Sunday. And then he opened with three short birdies, didn’t make too many mistakes the rest of the way and will be in the final group with Scott on Saturday.
Conner is at No. 29 and is in a great spot to protect his position for East Lake. Young seems to play great every week — twice contending in majors, five runner-up finishes for the season. One win would tick a lot of boxes on his list of goals.
Xander Schauffele holed out with a wedge on the 17th hole for an eagle and a 69, and he was in he group two shots behind that included defending champion Patrick Cantlay and Rory McIlroy, who chipped in for birdie on his final hole for another 68.
Scott didn’t get a finish quite that good. He was sailing along on a warm, breezy afternoon when he pushed his tee shot near a tree. The lie was clean, but his punch shot toward the fairway hung up in rough. From there he didn’t reach the green or get up-and-down, and all that meant a double bogey.
“It’s a good reminder for the weekend that I’ve really got to keep it under control and don’t want to have too many get off the map and get out of position around here,” Scott said.
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LONDON, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Youniverze Finance, whose mission is to make crypto markets as accessible as possible, announced its presale.
In the first part of the presale, strategic buyers will have the option of joining the project.18% of the Yuni coins with a 30% bonus for all first purchases will be allocated in Stage 1 with 2.34 M of the 13.5 M coins available. In the second part of the presale, based on their capital commitment, all users will have access to the token so that everyone gets a fair share.
The overall vision for Youniverze is to create a platform for end-users to have a seamless experience without the stress of complex transactions. This will hopefully encourage a wider range of people to join cryptocurrency trading.
The Youniverze is beginner-friendly and has a streamlined, user-friendly interface. The company focused on building up its community spirit and comradery. To achieve this, Youniverze has a series of incentives in place so that early users can earn rewards for their contributions via different programs.
One of the best features of Youniverze is its ability to ensure cheap rates. Youniverze will identify the most cost-effective bridge or DEX with the cheapest swap rate for its community to utilise.
The project also benefits from enhanced security, as chains are enabled to engage meaningfully with one another, maintaining their autonomy in terms of government and united in security features. Currently, its multichain capacity allows users to transfer assets across two blockchains, however, it has future plans to increase this amount. At the moment, Youniverze allows its users to access numerous liquidity providers at once, both in-chain and across multichain providers.
Users can also stake tokens to receive rewards while participating in decisions made on the Youniverze Finance ecosystem. These decisions could be regarding transaction costs, release timetables, or project migration to a new network. The users who stake tokens will receive a share of fees collected by Youniverze Finance from the ecosystem's liquidity pools.
Youniverze plans to launch on both centralised and decentralised exchanges, and within one year they plan to be listed on Binance.
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High cost of Russian gains in Ukraine may limit new advance
(AP) - After more than four months of ferocious fighting, Russia claimed a key victory: full control over one of the two provinces in Ukraine’s eastern industrial heartland.
But Moscow’s seizure of the last major stronghold of Ukrainian resistance in Luhansk province came at a steep price. The critical question now is whether Russia can muster enough strength for a new offensive to complete its capture of the Donbas and make gains elsewhere in Ukraine.
“Yes, the Russians have seized the Luhansk region, but at what price?” asked Oleh Zhdanov, a military analyst in Ukraine, noting that some Russian units involved in the battle lost up to a half their soldiers.
Even President Vladimir Putin acknowledged Monday that Russian troops involved in action in Luhansk need to “take some rest and beef up their combat capability.”
That raises doubts about whether Moscow’s forces and their separatist allies are ready to quickly thrust deeper into Donetsk, the other province that makes up the Donbas. Observers estimated in recent weeks that Russia controlled about half of Donetsk, and battle lines have changed little since then.
What happens in the Donbas could determine the course of the war. If Russia succeeds there, it could free up its forces to grab even more land and dictate the terms of any peace agreement. If Ukraine, on the other hand, manages to pin the Russians down for a protracted period, it could build up the resources for a counteroffensive.
Exhausting the Russians has long been part of the plan for the Ukrainians, who began the conflict outgunned — but hoped Western weapons could eventually tip the scales in their favor.
They are already effectively using heavy howitzers and advanced rocket systems sent by the U.S. and other Western allies, and more is on the way. But Ukrainian forces have said they remain badly outmatched.
Ukraine’s Defense Minister Hanna Malyar said recently that Russian forces were firing 10 times more ammunition than the Ukrainian military.
After a failed attempt at a lightning advance on the capital of Kyiv in the opening weeks of the war, Russian forces withdrew from many parts of northern and central Ukraine and turned their attention to the Donbas, a region of mines and factories where Moscow-backed separatists have been fighting Ukrainian forces since 2014.
Since then, Russia has adopted a slow-and-steady approach that allowed it to seize several remaining Ukrainian strongholds in Luhansk over the course of recent weeks.
While Ukrainian officials have acknowledged that their troops have withdrawn from the city of Lysychansk, the last bulwark of their resistance, the presidential office said Tuesday the military was still defending small areas in Luhansk.
Zhdanov, the analyst, predicted that the Russians would likely rely on their edge in firepower to “apply the same scorched earth tactics and blast the entire cities away” in Donetsk. The same day that Russia claimed it had taken the last major city in Luhansk, new artillery attacks were reported in cities in Donetsk.
But Russia’s approach is not without drawbacks. Moscow has not given a casualty count since it said some 1,300 troops were killed in the first month of fighting, but Western officials have said that was just a fraction of real losses. Since then, Western observers have noted that the number of Russian troops involved in combat in Ukraine has dwindled, reflecting both heavy attrition and the Kremlin’s failure to fill up the ranks.
The limited manpower has forced the Russian commanders to avoid ambitious attempts to encircle large areas in the Donbas, opting for smaller maneuvers and relying on heavy artillery barrages to slowly force the Ukrainians to retreat.
The military has also relied heavily on separatists, who have conducted several rounds of mobilization, and Western officials and analysts have said Moscow has increasingly engaged private military contractors. It has also tried to encourage the Russian men who have done their tour of duty to sign up again, though it’s is unclear how successful that has been.
While Putin so far has refrained from declaring a broad mobilization that might foment social discontent, recently proposed legislation suggested that Moscow was looking for other ways to replenish the ranks. The bill would have allowed young conscripts, who are drafted into the army for a year and barred from fighting, to immediately switch their status and sign contracts to become full professional soldiers. The draft was shelved amid strong criticism.
Some Western officials and analysts have argued that attrition is so heavy that it could force Moscow to suspend its offensive at some point later in the summer, but the Pentagon has cautioned that even though Russia has been churning through troops and supplies at rapid rates it still has abundant resources.
U.S. director of national intelligence Avril Haines said Putin appeared to accept the slow pace of the advance in the Donbas and now hoped to win by crushing Ukraine’s most battle-hardened forces.
“We believe that Russia thinks that if they are able to crush really one of the most capable and well-equipped forces in the east of Ukraine ... that will lead to a slump basically in the Ukrainian resistance and that that may give them greater opportunities,” Haines said.
If Russia wins in the Donbas, it could build on its seizure of the southern Kherson region and part of the neighboring Zaporizhzhia to try to eventually cut Ukraine off from its Black Sea coast all the way to the Romanian border. If that succeeded, it would deal a crushing blow to the Ukrainian economy and also create a corridor to Moldova’s separatist region of Transnistria that hosts a Russian military base.
But that is far from assured. Mykola Sunhurovsky of the Razumkov Center, a Kyiv-based think tank, predicted that growing supplies of heavy Western weapons, including HIMARS multiple rocket launchers, will help Ukraine turn the tide of the war.
“The supplies of weapons will allow Ukraine to start a counteroffensive in the south and fight for Kherson and other cities,” Sunhurovsky said.
But Ukraine has also faced massive personnel losses: up to 200 soldiers a day in recent weeks of ferocious fighting in the east, according to officials.
“Overall, local military balance in Donbas favors Russia, but long term trends still favor Ukraine,” wrote Michael Kofman, an expert on the Russian military and program director at the Virginia-based CNA think tank. “However, that estimate is conditional on sustained Western military assistance, and is not necessarily predictive of outcomes. This is likely to be a protracted war.”
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Associated Press journalists Yuras Karmanau in Lviv, Ukraine, and Eric Tucker in Washington contributed to this report.
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuya Inc. ("Tuya" or the "Company") (NYSE: TUYA), a global leading IoT cloud development platform, today announced the pricing of its global offering (the "Global Offering") of 7,300,000 Class A ordinary shares of the Company (the "Offer Shares"), which comprises a Hong Kong public offering (the "Hong Kong Public Offering") and an international offering (the "International Offering").
The final offering price for both the International Offering and the Hong Kong Public Offering (the "Offering Price") has been set as HK$19.30 per Offer Share. Based on the ratio of one Class A ordinary share per NYSE-listed American depositary share (the "ADS"), the Offering Price translates to US$2.46 per ADS based on an exchange rate of HK$7.8494 to US$1.00.
In addition, the Company has granted an over-allotment option to the international underwriters, exercisable by the joint representatives on behalf of the international underwriters, until the 30th day after the last day for lodging applications under the Hong Kong Public Offering, to require the Company to issue up to an aggregate of 1,095,000 additional Offer Shares at the Offering Price.
Subject to approval from The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the "Hong Kong Stock Exchange"), the Class A ordinary shares of the Company are expected to begin trading on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on or about Tuesday, July 5, 2022 under the stock code "2391." The Global Offering is expected to close on the same day, subject to customary closing conditions.
The net proceeds to the Company from the Global Offering, after deducting underwriting commissions, fees and estimated expenses payable by the Company in connection with the Global Offering, are expected to be HK$70.0 million (assuming the over-allotment option is not exercised). The Company plans to use the net proceeds from the Global Offering for enhancing IoT technologies and infrastructure; enhancing its product offerings; improving sales and marketing; pursuing strategic partnerships, investments and acquisitions; and for working capital and other purposes.
China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited, Merrill Lynch (Asia Pacific) Limited and Morgan Stanley Asia Limited are the joint sponsors for the proposed Global Offering, and China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited, Morgan Stanley Asia Limited and Merrill Lynch (Asia Pacific) Limited are the joint global coordinators, joint bookrunners, and joint lead managers for the proposed Global Offering. CMB International Capital Limited and Tiger Brokers (HK) Global Limited are the joint bookrunners and joint lead managers for the proposed Global Offering.
The International Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus. The accompanying prospectus is included in an automatic shelf registration statement on Form F-3 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 31, 2022, which automatically became effective upon filing. The registration statement on Form F-3 and the preliminary prospectus supplement dated June 22, 2022 are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. The final prospectus supplement will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. When available, copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to the offering may also be obtained from China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited, 29/F, One International Finance Centre, 1 Harbour View Street, Central, Hong Kong, Attention: Project V2, by telephone at +852 2872-2000 or by email at ib_v2@cicc.com.cn; Morgan Stanley, 180 Varick Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10014, Attention: Prospectus Department, by telephone at +1 (866) 718-1649 or by email at prospectus@morganstanley.com; and BofA Securities, Inc., NC1-004-03-43, 200 North College Street, 3rd Floor, Charlotte, NC 28255-0001, United States of America, Attention: Prospectus Department, by telephone at +1 (800) 294-1322 or by email at dg.prospectus_requests@bofa.com.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer or an invitation to buy any securities of the Company, nor shall there be any offer or sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction. This press release does not constitute a prospectus (including as defined under the laws of Hong Kong) and potential investors should read the prospectus of the Company for detailed information about the Company and the Global Offering, before deciding whether or not to invest in the Company. This press release has not been reviewed or approved by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange or the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong.
The price of the Offer Shares of the Company may be stabilized in accordance with the Securities and Futures (Price Stabilizing) Rules (Chapter 571W of the Laws of Hong Kong). The details of the intended stabilization and how it will be regulated under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571 of the Laws of Hong Kong) have been contained in the Hong Kong prospectus of the Company dated June 22, 2022.
About Tuya Inc.
Tuya Inc. (NYSE: TUYA) is a global leading IoT cloud development platform with a mission to build an IoT developer ecosystem and enable everything to be smart. Tuya has pioneered a purpose-built IoT cloud development platform that delivers a full suite of offerings, including Platform-as-a-Service, or PaaS, and Software-as-a-Service, or SaaS, to businesses and developers. Through its IoT cloud development platform, Tuya has enabled developers to activate a vibrant IoT ecosystem of brands, OEMs, partners and end users to engage and communicate through a broad range of smart devices.
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After a harrowing 36 hours or so for staff at the Memphis Zoo, Honeybunch, a wallaby that went missing in a severe storm, is back with his fellow marsupials.
Two-year-old Honeybunch was one of 23 marsupials -- including 19 kangaroos -- that were being evacuated from their enclosure Wednesday evening amid torrential rain, thunder, lightening, and a tornado warning, Memphis Zoo Executive Vice President Matt Thompson said.
The area was under a flash-flood watch, and with an "unprecedented amount" of rain coming down, zoo staff stayed late Wednesday to monitor water levels at a creek that runs around its marsupial exhibit, Thompson said.
They were evacuating the animals when water began rising suddenly in the enclosure, and by the end of the evacuation, staff members were wading through rushing water to grab the marsupials by hand.
"We pulled the animals out in the nick of time," Thompson said. Normally the animals would have been herded, but there was no time for that, he said.
A line of severe thunderstorms rolled through Memphis Wednesday afternoon, and a flash flood warning was issued in the area just after 4:30 p.m. CT and continued until 9:15 p.m., according to CNN meteorologist Monica Garrett.
The area received 2.28 inches of rain Wednesday, with 1.69 inches of it falling in just one hour, Garrett said.
But back at the animal hospital, where the kangaroos and wallabies were taken, a headcount revealed that Honeybunch was missing.
"The caretakers, the zookeepers and our educators who take care of the wallabies were heartbroken," Thompson said. "They all form bonds with these animals," which he described as a charismatic species with distinct personalities.
Zoo staff immediately started searching for the missing wallaby, and Memphis police joined in the effort, the zoo said on Facebook in a press release asking for help finding the missing marsupial.
No one called in to say they had seen him, but many people offered help.
"We had people looking through the park and calling us to let us know they were looking, so it was pretty heartwarming, honestly," Thompson said. "It was great to see the support."
Finally on Friday morning, an alert curator spotted what looked like a wallaby footprint and followed the tracks to a service area in the park.
"Sure enough, she finds the wallaby, and he seems fine," Thompson said.
Just to be on the safe side, vets are examining Honeybunch at the animal hospital, according to Thompson.
"It was an incredible ending and a great start to our day," he said.
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Navy SEAL-Turned-Entrepreneur and Developer of Suspension Training®, Poised to Revitalize Innovative Global Fitness Brand
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TRX® ("the Company") today announced that the Founder and Former CEO, Randy Hetrick, and partner, Jack Daly, acquired the iconic, global fitness brand, TRX. Hetrick founded TRX after inventing the Suspension Trainer® as a SEAL Team Squadron Commander and will now lead the Company as Chairman with Daly, who will serve as the Chief Executive Officer.
"It's gratifying to be back at the helm of TRX at a time when the world is emerging from COVID and the Company needs inspired, innovative leadership," said TRX Chairman, Hetrick. "TRX remains one of the fitness industry's most recognizable and influential global brands, and under a new, experienced management team – powered by passion and renewed vision – our brand will build on its position as the most trusted name in fitness. I couldn't be happier to be back and to have the opportunity to bring several of my best longtime teammates back with me."
Hetrick founded TRX in 2004 after a career as a Navy SEAL and earning an MBA from Stanford's Graduate School of Business. Core to the brand's rapid rise and global success was the TRX Suspension Trainer® – a comprehensive functional fitness solution developed by Hetrick during his SEAL years as a means of maintaining peak fitness while deployed in remote locations without access to traditional gym equipment. Suspension Training® quickly became a cornerstone to the broader functional fitness movement, with the iconic "yellow and black straps" becoming a requisite tool for personal trainers, health clubs and elite athletic training facilities globally. The Company expanded its offering to a wide range of functional fitness tools, but also importantly became a go-to source for education and trainer-certification through its vast digital library of functional training programs for fitness professionals and consumers.
Hetrick led TRX for more than 15 years before selling a controlling interest in the Company and moved on to found the new outdoor mobile fitness venture, OutFit®.
Excited by the opportunity to reacquire and revitalize the brand, Hetrick turned to friend and private equity veteran, Jack Daly and his firm, JFXD Capital. Daly, a former Partner, and Investment Committee Member of both Goldman Sachs' Merchant Banking Division and TPG Capital, has a 25-year track record of investing in and building large companies through control transactions. Daly is also a fitness enthusiast and serves as the Treasurer of the Navy SEAL Foundation, where he has served as member of the Board of Directors for over nine years.
"It's a rare opportunity to acquire a brand that remains as well respected and revered as an innovator within its industry as TRX – the ability to leverage the incredible brand equity of TRX is what makes this such a compelling and worthwhile venture," said TRX CEO, Daly. "Everyone loves a comeback story. Powered by Randy's knowledge of the brand, the industry, and his personal passion for this brand, coupled with new world-class management, there's little doubt about the success that lies ahead for TRX."
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobsen served as legal counsel and KPMG served as financial advisor to JFXD Capital. Levene, Neale, Bender, Yoo & Golubchik L.L.P. served as legal counsel and Kroll Securities served as Chief Restructuring Officer and Financial Advisor to TRX. Special thanks to Louise Stolt-Nielsen Holten, Leon Capital, Doug Greeff, Rick Cusick, Quincy Carroll, Brandon Bean, and Anil Shetty.
About TRX ®
Founded in 2004, TRX® was built on the revolutionary idea that fitness can be achieved with one radically simple design—Suspension Training®, the iconic black and yellow straps found in gyms across the globe that power your training with bodyweight-based movements and exercises. Today, TRX is the leader in functional training solutions for both consumers and professionals, offering a complete line of highly effective, versatile, and portable fitness equipment for unparalleled full body workouts that can be performed at home, at the gym, or on the road. With the recent launch of TRX Training Club®, the company is now omnichannel and offers digital content, ranging from daily live classes to on-demand workouts, all led by world-class trainers. A top-tier professional education destination, TRX has certified over 300,000 trainers and is trusted by pro athletes, pro trainers, and physical therapists, with a loyal community of millions of fitness enthusiasts across the world. With offices in Florida, the U.K. and Japan, as well as sales in more than 30 countries, TRX has truly become a worldwide fitness phenomenon. For more details, go to www.trxtraining.com.
About JFXD Capital
JFXD Capital LLC is a U.S.-based private investment firm based in Delray Beach, Florida. Leveraging decades of global investment experience, the firm partners with innovative business leaders investing across the consumer, industrials, and business services sectors, often alongside unique founders building companies with special cultures and ability to impact the world in a positive way. Founded in 2022 by Jack Daly, a former Partner of Goldman Sachs' Merchant Banking Division and TPG Capital, the firm is led by a highly seasoned team with significant shared investment experience. For more information, visit www.JFXDCapital.com.
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Combined expertise to explore digital future and enhance live scent experience for Chinese customers
GENEVA, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Firmenich, the world's largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, today announces it has signed a strategic partnership with ScentRealm, a leading digital scent technology pioneer based in Hangzhou, China. Bringing together the knowhow of a fragrance house and a sense experience explorer, this partnership is the first of its kind in China. It will enable Firmenich to enhance the fragrance and aroma experience for its customers and for consumers through jointly developed digital devices, and to explore the digital future of scent.
"I am delighted to announce our strategic partnership with ScentRealm. Together, we combine Firmenich's expertise in fragrance and taste creation with ScentRealm's innovative digital technology allowing us to explore new scent and aroma experience applications for the Chinese market," said Paul Andersson, President, Firmenich China. "This collaboration will strengthen our leading digital innovation in the fragrance and flavor industry and develop captivating new experiences for our customers and for consumers in China."
"We are excited to partner with Firmenich, which has rich knowledge and scientific capability on both smell and taste. We also share the same values of innovation, always breaking through boundaries to offer a better and more exciting sensory experience to our users," added Mr. Huang Jianwei, founder and CEO of ScentRealm.
China is a key strategic market that will drive future growth opportunities for Firmenich. We have been investing consistently for more than 30 years to expand our footprint and capabilities in China, including our largest flavor manufacturing plant, opened in Zhangjiagang in 2019, our first Fine Fragrance atelier in downtown Shanghai since 2019, and a unique customer experience center, Studio Guangzhou, inaugurated in 2021. Firmenich has a nationwide presence of commercial and manufacturing facilities in Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Kunming and Zhangjiagang, and a major research center in Shanghai.
Firmenich is leading digital transformation, having introduced the industry's first AI-augmented laundry care fragrances and the first ever flavor created by Artificial Intelligence by combining AI technology with human creativity.
As the first Chinese enterprise engaging in digital scent technology and the digital scent solution provider, ScentRealm commits to explore breakthrough technologies to offer a better scent experience for the end user. It is the official partner of The Asian Games and opened "Scent Metaverse", an offline experience center in Hangzhou in April 2022.
About Firmenich
Firmenich, the world's largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, was founded in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1895, and has been family-owned for 126 years. Firmenich is a leading business-to-business company specialized in the research, creation, manufacture and sale of perfumes, flavors and ingredients. Renowned for its world-class research and creativity, as well as its leadership in sustainability, Firmenich offers its customers superior innovation in formulation, a broad and high-quality palette of ingredients, and proprietary technologies including biotechnology, encapsulation, olfactory science and taste modulation. Firmenich had an annual turnover of 4.3 billion Swiss Francs at end June 2021. More information about Firmenich is available at www.firmenich.com.
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Teamster Service Workers Call Out Worker Abuse at Big 10 Black Alumni Conference
CHICAGO, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the weekend, University of Minnesota (UMN) workers represented by Teamsters Local 320 attended BANboree, the inaugural Big 10 Black Alumni Network Conference in Chicago, to call on school administrators to end worker abuse at the university.
With significant assistance from Chicago-area Teamsters and Teamsters Joint Council 25, the workers distributed leaflets and spoke with many Big 10 alumni about their struggle to get UMN to address their concerns regarding poverty-level wages, discrimination, food insecurity and homelessness. The leaflets and banners read, "UMN: Worker Abuse Doesn't Belong in the Big 10."
Local 320 represents custodians, dormitory attendants, food service workers, animal research caregivers, and members at the five main UMN campuses. Many of the workers are Black, including immigrants from Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and other east African countries.
"It's disgusting that a major university like the University of Minnesota, which is paying its president over $1 million every year and has excess revenues of almost $1 billion each year, has workers who can't afford to buy groceries or cover the cost of rent," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien. "We are supporting our brothers and sisters in this fight for a fair contract, no matter the costs."
According to a recent survey of more than 450 current and former UMN service workers, over 62 percent reported not earning enough money to pay for basic expenses every month. Almost 12 percent reported experiencing homelessness at least one time while working at the university and 19 percent reported sometimes being hungry but not eating because they did not have enough money for food.
A recent study on staff compensation conducted by the UMN Office of Human Resources shows that job salaries for campus operations positions are, on average, 13 percent below the market median and 74.5 percent of workers' salaries are below the market salary median.
Sandra Johnson has been a building and grounds worker at UMN for over twenty years.
"I've worked here for many years, and it's still a struggle to afford rent and pay the bills," said Johnson. "It's time for university administrators to answer the call to address the needless pain and suffering they are inflicting on their frontline workers' families and our communities."
The survey results also indicate that UMN workers are concerned about discriminatory treatment in the workplace. Twenty-eight percent of workers of color "strongly agree" or "agree" that their race, nationality, or ethnic group affects the way university supervisors treat them. Almost 50 percent of female and non-binary workers report that university supervisors discriminate against workers based on their race, nationality, gender, religion, disability, or sexual orientation at least some of the time.
"The University of Minnesota is one of our state's most respected and treasured institutions," said Brian Aldes, Local 320 Secretary-Treasurer. "But until the university's current administration moves beyond marketing campaigns and makes a real commitment to supporting its diverse workforce of 1,500 frontline workers and addressing their concerns, the university will never reach its true potential."
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Callaway, Alcon rise; Wendy’s, Fiverr International fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes Wednesday: Callaway, Alcon rise; Wendy’s, Fiverr International fall.
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Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. Reports: 2Q22 and 1H22 Net Income per Share - Diluted of $1.67 and $0.74, respectively; and 2Q22 and 1H22 FFO per Share - Diluted, As Adjusted, of $2.10 and $4.15, respectively
Published: Jul. 25, 2022 at 3:10 PM CDT|Updated: 31 minutes ago
PASADENA, Calif., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE:ARE) announced financial and operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Ringing of the New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell to celebrate our 25th anniversary
In celebration of our 25th anniversary as a publicly traded company, we recently rang The Opening Bell® at the New York Stock Exchange to mark this momentous milestone. From our initial public offering on May 27, 1997 through May 27, 2022, we have generated a total stockholder return ("TSR") of 1,902%, assuming reinvestment of dividends, substantially outperforming the MSCI U.S. REIT Index TSR of 803% and the FTSE Nareit Equity Office Index TSR of 457%.
A REIT industry-leading high-quality roster of over 1,000 tenants with high-quality revenues and cash flows, strong margins, and operational excellence
Record rental rate increases and continued historic high leasing volume
For 2Q22, rental rate increases of 45.4% and 33.9% (cash basis) represent the second- highest and the highest quarterly increases in Company history, respectively.
During 2Q22, we executed 2,279,758 RSF of leasing activity, representing the third-highest quarter of leasing volume in Company history; 87% of this leasing activity was generated from a roster of over 1,000 tenants and other relationships.
Continued strong net operating income and internal growth
Net operating income (cash basis) of $1.6 billion for 2Q22 annualized, up $315.5 million, or 24.3%, compared to 2Q21 annualized.
Strong valuations for partial interest sale and dispositions
During 2Q22, we completed a partial interest sale and dispositions aggregating $548.7 million, including:
Sale of a 70% interest in 300 Third Street in our Cambridge/Inner Suburbs submarket for a sales price of $166.5 million, or $1,802 per RSF, representing capitalization rates of 4.6% and 4.3% (cash basis).
Sale of 12 properties in our Route 128 and Route 495 suburban submarkets of Greater Boston for an aggregate sales price of $334.4 million, or $542 per RSF, representing a capitalization rate (cash basis) of 5.1%.
Strong and flexible balance sheet with significant liquidity as of June 30, 2022
Investment-grade credit ratings ranked in the top 10% among all publicly traded U.S. REITs.
Net debt and preferred stock to Adjusted EBITDA of 5.5x and fixed-charge coverage ratio of 5.1x for 2Q22 annualized.
Total debt and preferred stock to gross assets of 28%.
98.3% of our debt has a fixed rate.
13.6 years weighted-average remaining term of debt.
$5.5 billion of liquidity.
Continued high demand for Alexandria's brand drives visibility for future growth aggregating $665 million of incremental annual rental revenue
Our highly leased value-creation pipeline of current and key near-term projects that are under construction or that will commence construction in the next six quarters is expected to generate greater than $665 million of incremental annual rental revenue, primarily commencing from 3Q22 through 2Q25.
7.8 million RSF of our value-creation projects, which are 78% leased/negotiating, are either under construction or expected to commence construction in the next six quarters.
Continued dividend strategy to share growth in cash flows with stockholders
Common stock dividend declared for 2Q22 of $1.18 per common share, aggregating $4.60 per common share for the twelve months ended June 30, 2022, up 24 cents, or 6%, over the twelve months ended June 30, 2021. Our FFO payout ratio of 56% for the three months ended June 30, 2022 allows us to continue to share growth in cash flows from operating activities with our stockholders while also retaining a significant portion for reinvestment.
Seventh overall Nareit Investor CARE Award winner
We received the 2022 Nareit Investor CARE (Communications and Reporting Excellence) Silver Award in the Large Cap Equity REIT category for superior shareholder communications and reporting. This represents our fifth consecutive and seventh overall Nareit Investor CARE Award since 2015, demonstrating consistency in delivering best-in-class transparency, quality, and efficiency in communications and reporting to the investment community.
Key items included in operating results
External growth and investment in real estate
Delivery and commencement of value-creation projects
During 2Q22, we placed into service development and redevelopment projects aggregating 375,394 RSF across multiple submarkets.
80% of construction costs related to active development and redevelopment projects aggregating 5.9 million RSF are under a guaranteed maximum price ("GMP") contract or other fixed contracts. Our budgets also include construction cost contingencies in GMP contracts plus additional landlord contingencies that generally range between 3% and 5%.
Annual net operating income (cash basis) is expected to increase by $39 million upon the burn-off of initial free rent from recently delivered projects.
During 2Q22, we commenced construction on six value-creation projects aggregating 917,599 RSF, including the following development projects:
As of 2Q22, our highly leased value-creation pipeline of current and key near-term projects that are under construction or that will commence construction in the next six quarters aggregates 7.8 million RSF and is 78% leased/negotiating.
Alexandria is at the vanguard of innovation for a high-quality roster of over 1,000 tenants, with a focus on accommodating their current needs and providing them with a path for future growth
Reduced the upper end of our range of 2022 guidance for acquisitions by $750 million to a range from $2.6 billion to $2.8 billion.
During 2Q22, we completed acquisitions in our key life science cluster submarkets aggregating 1.1 million RSF of future development and redevelopment opportunities for an aggregate purchase price of $280.1 million.
Balance sheet management
Key metrics as of June 30, 2022
$33.7 billion in total market capitalization.
$23.4 billion in total equity capitalization, which ranks in the top 10% among all publicly traded U.S. REITs.
No debt maturities prior to 2025.
13.6 years weighted-average remaining term of debt.
Key capital events
During 2Q22, we entered into new forward equity sales agreements aggregating $403.4 million to sell 2.4 million shares under our ATM program at an average price of $169.38 per share (before underwriting discounts). As of June 30, 2022, the remaining aggregate amount available under our ATM program for future sales of common stock was $246.6 million.
During 2Q22, we did not issue shares to settle our outstanding forward equity agreements. We expect to issue an aggregate of 9.0 million shares at an average price of $187.91 per share to settle all our outstanding forward equity sales agreements and receive net proceeds of approximately $1.7 billion in 2H22.
In April 2022, we repaid two secured notes payable aggregating $195.0 million due in 2024 with an effective interest rate of 3.40%. As a result, we recognized a loss on early extinguishment of debt of $3.3 million.
Investments
As of June 30, 2022:
Subsequent event
On July 1, 2022, Stephen A. Richardson, our Co-Chief Executive Officer, tendered his resignation from all of his positions with the Company and its subsidiaries, effective July 31, 2022, and notified the Company of his intent to retire from full-time employment and his professional career for family and personal reasons.
Industry and ESG leadership: catalyzing and leading the way for positive change to benefit human health and society
In June 2022, we released our 2021 ESG Report, which highlights our longstanding ESG leadership. The report details our efforts to advance our ESG impact, including by driving high-performance building design and operations to reduce carbon emissions, mitigating climate-related risk in our real estate portfolio, and investing in and providing essential infrastructure for sustainable agrifoodtech companies. It also showcases Alexandria's comprehensive efforts to catalyze the health, wellness, safety, and productivity of our employees, tenants, local communities, and the world through the built environment and beyond, including through our visionary social responsibility endeavors. Notable initiatives presented in the report that highlight our innovative approach include:
About Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE:ARE), an S&P 500® urban office REIT, is the first, longest-tenured, and pioneering owner, operator, and developer uniquely focused on collaborative life science, agtech, and technology campuses in AAA innovation cluster locations, with a total market capitalization of $33.7 billion and an asset base in North America of 74.1 million SF as of June 30, 2022. The asset base in North America includes 41.1 million RSF of operating properties and 5.9 million RSF of Class A properties undergoing construction, 9.9 million RSF of near-term and intermediate-term development and redevelopment projects, and 17.2 million SF of future development projects. Founded in 1994, Alexandria pioneered this niche and has since established a significant market presence in key locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, and Research Triangle. Alexandria has a longstanding and proven track record of developing Class A properties clustered in urban life science, agtech, and technology campuses that provide our innovative tenants with highly dynamic and collaborative environments that enhance their ability to successfully recruit and retain world-class talent and inspire productivity, efficiency, creativity, and success. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science, agtech, and technology companies through our venture capital platform. We believe our unique business model and diligent underwriting ensure a high-quality and diverse tenant base that results in higher occupancy levels, longer lease terms, higher rental income, higher returns, and greater long-term asset value. For additional information on Alexandria, please visit www.are.com.
Guidance June 30, 2022 (Dollars in millions)
The following updated guidance is based on our current view of existing market conditions and assumptions for the year ending December 31, 2022. There can be no assurance that actual amounts will not be materially higher or lower than these expectations. Also, refer to our discussion of "forward-looking statements" on page 8 of this Earnings Press Release for additional details.
Key changes to our guidance include the reduction of an aggregate $635 million to our uses of capital, comprising a $350 million reduction in acquisitions and a $285 million reduction in construction spending. This reduction was offset by construction spending from January through June 2022, which increased by $335 million to slightly above the high end of our previous guidance range, as a result of construction spending associated with the leasing of our development and redevelopment projects under construction and our near-term pipeline projects. In addition, the midpoint of our guidance for funds from operations per share, as adjusted increased by three cents driven by strong same property performance and general and administrative savings in 2H22 resulting from the retirement of Stephen A. Richardson, our Co-Chief Executive Officer.
Earnings Call Information and About the Company June 30, 2022
We will host a conference call on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time ("ET")/noon Pacific Time ("PT"), which is open to the general public, to discuss our financial and operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. To participate in this conference call, dial (833) 366-1125 or (412) 902-6738 shortly before 3:00 p.m. ET/noon PT and ask the operator to join the call for Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. The audio webcast can be accessed at www.are.com in the "For Investors" section. A replay of the call will be available for a limited time from 5:00 p.m. ET/2:00 p.m. PT on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The replay number is (877) 344-7529 or (412) 317-0088, and the access code is 7939670.
Additionally, a copy of this Earnings Press Release and Supplemental Information for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022 is available in the "For Investors" section of our website at www.are.com or by following this link: https://www.are.com/fs/2022q2.pdf.
For any questions, please contact Joel S. Marcus, executive chairman and founder; Peter M. Moglia, co-chief executive officer and co-chief investment officer; Stephen A. Richardson, co-chief executive officer; Dean A. Shigenaga, president and chief financial officer; Paula Schwartz, managing director of Rx Communications Group, at (917) 633-7790; or Sara M. Kabakoff, vice president – communications, at (626) 578-0777.
About the Company
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE:ARE), an S&P 500® urban office real estate investment trust ("REIT"), is the first, longest-tenured, and pioneering owner, operator, and developer uniquely focused on collaborative life science, agtech, and technology campuses in AAA innovation cluster locations, with a total market capitalization of $33.7 billion and an asset base in North America of 74.1 million square feet ("SF") as of June 30, 2022. The asset base in North America includes 41.1 million RSF of operating properties and 5.9 million RSF of Class A properties undergoing construction, 9.9 million RSF of near-term and intermediate-term development and redevelopment projects, and 17.2 million SF of future development projects. Founded in 1994, Alexandria pioneered this niche and has since established a significant market presence in key locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, and Research Triangle. Alexandria has a longstanding and proven track record of developing Class A properties clustered in urban life science, agtech, and technology campuses that provide our innovative tenants with highly dynamic and collaborative environments that enhance their ability to successfully recruit and retain world-class talent and inspire productivity, efficiency, creativity, and success. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science, agtech, and technology companies through our venture capital platform. We believe our unique business model and diligent underwriting ensure a high-quality and diverse tenant base that results in higher occupancy levels, longer lease terms, higher rental income, higher returns, and greater long-term asset value. For additional information on Alexandria, please visit www.are.com.
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This document includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding our 2022 earnings per share attributable to Alexandria's common stockholders – diluted, 2022 funds from operations per share attributable to Alexandria's common stockholders – diluted, net operating income, and our projected sources and uses of capital. You can identify the forward-looking statements by their use of forward-looking words, such as "forecast," "guidance," "goals," "projects," "estimates," "anticipates," "believes," "expects," "intends," "may," "plans," "seeks," "should," "targets," or "will," or the negative of those words or similar words. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations, beliefs, projections, future plans and strategies, anticipated events or trends, and similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts, as well as a number of assumptions concerning future events. There can be no assurance that actual results will not be materially higher or lower than these expectations. These statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause such a difference include, without limitation, our failure to obtain capital (debt, construction financing, and/or equity) or refinance debt maturities, lower than expected yields, increased interest rates and operating costs, adverse economic or real estate developments in our markets, our failure to successfully place into service and lease any properties undergoing development or redevelopment and our existing space held for future development or redevelopment (including new properties acquired for that purpose), our failure to successfully operate or lease acquired properties, decreased rental rates, increased vacancy rates or failure to renew or replace expiring leases, defaults on or non-renewal of leases by tenants, adverse general and local economic conditions, an unfavorable capital market environment, decreased leasing activity or lease renewals, failure to obtain LEED and other healthy building certifications and efficiencies, and other risks and uncertainties detailed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Accordingly, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this Earnings Press Release and Supplemental Information, and unless otherwise stated, we assume no obligation to update this information and expressly disclaim any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. For more discussion relating to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated in our forward-looking statements, and risks to our business in general, please refer to our SEC filings, including our most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q.
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Four victims were still hospitalized Thursday, two days after a mass shooting on a subway train that left New Yorkers badly shaken and forced a reckoning over passenger security on the largest public transportation system in the country.
On Friday, Mayor Eric Adams is scheduled to hold a virtual news conference to thank front-line workers for their handling of the shooting and its aftermath.
In all, 29 people were hospitalized after the alleged shooter, Frank James, tossed smoke grenades and fired 33 bullets into a train car of passengers during the morning rush hour in Brooklyn on Tuesday.
Ten people were shot, and 19 others suffered injuries related to smoke inhalation, falling down or having a panic attack, officials said. The four who remained hospitalized Thursday were in stable condition, according to hospital representatives.
In James' court appearance Thursday -- a day after he was arrested in Manhattan's East Village neighborhood-- the 62-year-old was denied bail and did not enter a plea on charges of violating a law that prohibits terrorism and violent attacks on mass transportation.
And while officials have not released a motive for one of the most violent attacks to occur on the city's subway system, they pointed to multiple YouTube videos in which James shares his views on violence, mass shootings and mental health.
James, who's Black, said in the videos that he suffered from post-traumatic stress and supported hatred of African Americans and other people he believed had maligned him.
In a video posted in February, he criticized a plan by Mayor Adams' administration to address safety and homelessness in the subway, saying it was "doomed to fail."
In an interview with CNN on Wednesday, Adams said the city wanted to enhance security in the subway system. That included examining technology that the mayor said that could detect if somebody is carrying a gun.
Adams added: "But It is extremely challenging to identify every person that enters the subway system because of the vastness of our system."
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Prosecutors: Attack was 'premeditated and carefully planned'
At James' hearing, Assistant US Attorney Sara Winik described the attack as "premeditated and carefully planned."
And in a letter submitted by U.S. Attorney Breon Peace to a federal judge, prosecutors also argued that James was a flight risk and a danger to the community.
"The defendant committed a premediated mass shooting on the New York City subway system and then fled the scene, with a stockpile of ammunition and other dangerous items stowed in his storage unit," the letter says.
Defense attorney Mia Eisner-Grynberg cautioned against a rush to judgment.
"We are all still learning about what happened on that train," she said outside the courthouse. "What we do know is this: Yesterday, Mr. James saw his photograph on the news. He called Crime Stoppers to help. He told them where he was. Initial press and police reports in cases like this one are often inaccurate. Mr. James is entitled to a fair trial, and we will ensure that he receives one."
The shooting James is accused of carrying out took place as a train was traveling from the 59th Street station to 36th Street station in Brooklyn just before 8:30 a.m. Tuesday.
The suspected shooter was wearing a yellow hard hat, an orange reflective jacket and a surgical mask as he set off at least one smoke device and began shooting at people with a Glock pistol, according to a criminal complaint. Witnesses saw the suspect wearing a gas mask, the complaint stated.
Passengers panicked as they tried to escape the smoke engulfing the train by running to one end of the car.
The doors wouldn't open until two minutes later, when the train reached the 36th Street station, and passengers fled the train as the smoke followed them, video shows.
Other victims with bloody wounds fell to the platform as they shouted for medical care. Photos taken at the scene show the subway platform streaked with blood and people sitting and lying on the platform following the shooting.
The evidence connecting the suspect to the shooting
James was initially named a person of interest after authorities determined he rented the U-Haul van whose keys were found at the scene.
Later, investigators declared him a suspect Wednesday morning after they learned he bought the gun left at the scene.
Authorities also found a bag containing a Glock handgun, a plastic container with gasoline, a torch, a U-Haul key and multiple bank cards, as well as another bag containing fireworks, the complaint states.
James bought the gun in Ohio in 2011, the bank cards had James' name on them and the U-Haul key was connected to a van James had rented in Philadelphia, according to the complaint.
A neon left on the subway platform had a receipt for a storage unit in Philadelphia registered to James, the complaint states.
Federal prosecutors believe he went to the storage facility filled with ammunition and weapons the evening before the attack, according to court documents. A search of the unit revealed additional ammunition and "a threaded 9mm pistol barrel that allows for a silencer or suppressor to be attached."
He was arrested Wednesday afternoon after he called in a tip to Crime Stoppers on himself, sources have told CNN.
Another tip also came in after James was spotted by passersby.
Jack Griffin, 17, said he was on a field trip with his high school photography class when he spotted James sitting on a bench on Manhattan's Lower East Side.
Griffin submitted the tip to NYPD's Crime Stoppers around 10:30 a.m. And although James wasn't captured for several more hours, the NYPD later told him the tip helped narrow their net of his whereabouts, he said.
"It's crazy. I was looking for things to shoot, and I found probably one of the most wanted people," he said.
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New Wasserstein Products Include a 3-in-1 Charging Stand, Clip Holder, and Screen Protector - Compatible with the Fitbit Versa 4 and Sense 2
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wasserstein is launching a line of products that will bear Fitbit's "Made for" badge, indicating those products have been designed by Wasserstein for use with the Fitbit Versa 4 and Sense 2 and have been certified to meet Fitbit's compatibility standards.
The official Wasserstein Made for Fitbit product line will include:
- Wasserstein Made for Fitbit 3 in 1 Charging Stand - Allows users to charge their Fitbit and multiple Google devices at the same time
- Wasserstein Made for Fitbit Clip Holder - Allows users to safely clip their Fitbit to their clothes during their workout
- Wasserstein Made for Fitbit Screen Protector - Keeps Fitbit display free from scratches and provides extra protection against dropping and other damage
"We're excited about the launch of Google's new Fitbit Versa 4 and Sense 2," said Christopher Maiwald, Founder and CEO of Wasserstein, "With the addition of our Made for Fitbit line, we're ensuring that users have compatible accessories that truly live up to Google and Fitbit's high quality standards."
Wasserstein's Made for Fitbit products can be found on the Wasserstein website, Fitbit.com, and Amazon.
Wasserstein is the nation's top smart home accessory manufacturer and is committed to making thoughtful smart home products. Wasserstein is an official Made for Google product partner, and also manufactures solar panels, floodlights, camera mounts, doorbell mounts, and other smart home products, compatible with Ring, Blink, Arlo, Wyze, Oculus, Eufy, Apple, and other popular smart home brands. Wasserstein products can be found on the Wasserstein website, as well as on Amazon, The Home Depot, Walmart, Sam's Club, Best Buy, Target, and other top retail channels.
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sequoia Living proudly presents "Legacy Talks" on environmental sustainability, a three-part webinar series kicking off Wednesday, June 1st at 2 PM. Each session will focus on creating sustainable and attainable solutions, with the goal to inform, educate and advocate for healthier living. "Together we can create healthier living for generations to come," said Ray Boudewyn, Vice President Facilities and Procurement, Sequoia Living.
During the three-part Legacy Talks, the audience will hear from experts on climate change, waste management, emissions control, and water conservation. Kicking off the series is Mitchell Beer, publisher and managing editor of The Energy Mix, a news website and e-digest on climate change, energy, and the shift off carbon.
"Sequoia Living continuously looks at our communities and processes to evaluate the environmental impact of our business. We've taken action by creating our own electricity to reduce the dependency on the grid, we work with our partners on food waste and emissions reduction, and now we are installing solar panels on one of our communities to improve its efficiency," said Boudewyn.
With its initiative for sustainability and well-being, Sequoia Living is committed to being a great place to live and work. As an extension of its environmental stewardship, Sequoia Living continues efforts to reduce emissions by utilizing cogeneration technologies and producing 80% of the energy at The Sequoias San Francisco. Throughout the communities, Energy Star products are utilized, along with LED lighting products to improve efficiency.
"It is part of our mission to improve the quality of life for residents, reduce our buildings' impact on the environment, and create healthier and more resilient communities," said Boudewyn.
Join the webinar series to learn about climate action and make a positive impact on the environment. Register at SequoiaLiving.org/webinars.
The second session in the series is scheduled on June 15 at 2 PM and features a panel of presenters discussing waste management. The third session on June 29 at 2 PM discusses zero waste.
About Sequoia Living
Sequoia Living, a Bay Area nonprofit since 1958, provides older adults with retirement communities and services designed to support and enrich lives. In 2021, Sequoia Living served more than 7,000 older adults through the organization's four life plan communities, three affordable housing communities, two senior centers, and community services programs.
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PITTSBURGH, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One inventor, from Perris, Calif., said, "I thought about this idea when I was feeling pain and discomfort in my ears when using earbuds or reading glasses, or when my ear folded when I was asleep. It was impossible not to feel pain in my ears when laying sideways with a regular pillow pressing against my head."
They created THE WEDGE to provide additional comfort. The newly designed pillow with satin pillow case would prevent wrinkles or marks being left on the face while sleeping as well as hair breakage caused by using a traditional pillow. The pillow would also help to relieve tension, muscle pain, stress and stiff muscles in the neck area. Additionally, it would hold its shape and help contribute to better health and a better night's sleep.
The original design was submitted to the San Diego sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-SDB-1633, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for REV, MREO, DTIL, CBIO, and LZB.
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- Acquiring Tempered Networks allows Johnson Controls to secure buildings data from edge to cloud with zero trust based Airwall technology
- Tempered Networks uses software-defined perimeters to create secure communications enabling micro-segmentation of building networks and granular access control and authentication that fortifies critical data and services
- Johnson Controls will roll out the Tempered Networks platform across deployments of its OpenBlue AI-enabled platform and will embed its technology in an increasing number of products and services
CORK, Ireland, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, today acquired zero trust cybersecurity provider – Tempered Networks, based in Seattle, Washington. Tempered Networks has created 'Airwall' technology, an advanced self-defense system for buildings that enables secure network access across diverse groups of endpoint devices, edge gateways, cloud platforms and service technicians. It represents a step-change in operational technology built on secure transmission pipelines to ensure buildings data exchanges and service actions can only take place between people and devices that are continuously authenticated.
The acquisition gives Johnson Controls the capability to provide zero trust security within the fabric of its OpenBlue secure communications stack, advancing its vision of enabling fully autonomous buildings that are inherently resilient to cyberattack.
Tempered Networks Airwall technology uses the Host Identity Protocol and a cloud-based policy orchestration platform to create new overlay networks built on encrypted and authenticated communication. The policy manager (a.k.a. the conductor) enforces configured digital policies that control connections within the cloaked overlay system. The default position for the policy manager is 'zero trust', i.e., only allowing connections between continuously authenticated and authorized entities. Once a communicating device authenticates itself correctly, an encrypted tunnel is created through which data flows. The advantages of this cybersecurity technique are as follows:
- The creation of an always-on and software-defined security perimeter protecting device-to-device, device-to-cloud and device-to-user interactions.
- Airwall achieves this by using Host Identity Protocol to create a cloaked and micro-segmented network which overlays a building's existing network infrastructure, making the solution also highly cost-effective.
- A new level of authentication for connected building systems is created, allowing for greater system automation of functions such as heating and cooling, lighting, security and airflows.
"When it comes to buildings, we must create easily implementable cybersecurity defenses as we're often dealing with critical infrastructure, including assets such as data centers and hospitals," said Vijay Sankaran, vice president and chief technology officer, Johnson Controls. "Tempered Networks Airwall approach is purpose-built for our sector as it's designed around principles of zero trust, securing device communications as data moves between devices and the cloud – so enabling remote building optimization in the most trusted way possible."
Tempered Networks Airwall technology is being integrated into Johnson Controls OpenBlue platform which is increasingly recognized as a leading smart building software platform with advanced AI-enabled building management capabilities1. OpenBlue provides a flexible computing approach for converging building technologies and making those technologies more insightful, powerful, and optimized through edge AI and through full machine learning in the cloud. The ultimate goal is to make all buildings smarter, healthier and more sustainable.
"Digital transformation is the primary way we'll make the world's buildings more autonomous and resilient," said Bryan Skene, chief technology officer, Tempered Networks. "Being acquired by Johnson Controls allows us to fully integrate our Airwall technology into their software stack, providing an advanced security platform for a range of edge to cloud applications. Our ambition, now that we're part of Johnson Controls, is that building systems everywhere can be managed from anywhere and remain secure from cyber threats."
The acquisition of Tempered Networks builds on the previously announced selection of the company as a core component of Johnson Controls OpenBlue platform and services. The integration of Tempered Networks' security technology further builds on other recent acquisitions including Foghorn whose technology is taking the company's edge AI capability to new levels for compute-constrained devices. It also complements partnerships with Pelion and DigiCert to provide advanced secure device management and digital trust for smart building technology.
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
To learn more about Johnson Controls' approach to cybersecurity, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/cybersolutions.
See an explanation video for Tempered Networks Airwall technology here.
At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.
Building on a proud history of more than 135 years of innovation, we deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive digital offering.
Today, with a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world's largest portfolio of building technology and software as well as service solutions from some of the most trusted names in the industry.
Visit www.johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnson Controls on social platforms.
Tempered Airwall protects critical infrastructure with the industry's only, truly native Zero Trust platform. Think of us as the virtual air gap protecting the systems in a smart building, the medical devices in a hospital, the machines in a factory floor. These are all use cases we solve today. Airwall helps you easily secure things and facilities while still allowing you to monitor and connect to them remotely, from anywhere. For more information visit https://tempered.io.
Johnson Controls International plc has made statements in this communication regarding the acquisition of Tempered Networks that are forward-looking and therefore are subject to risks and uncertainties. All statements in this document other than statements of historical fact are, or could be, "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this communication, statements regarding Johnson Controls' future financial position, sales, costs, earnings, cash flows, other measures of results of operations, synergies and integration opportunities, capital expenditures and debt levels are forward-looking statements. Words such as "may," "will," "expect," "intend," "estimate," "anticipate," "believe," "should," "forecast," "project" or "plan" and terms of similar meaning are also generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. However, the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Johnson Controls cautions that these statements are subject to numerous important risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond Johnson Controls' control, that could cause the expected impact of the acquisition of Tempered Networks to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, include, among others, risks related to the ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the acquisition, including the possibility that expected synergies will not be realized or will not be realized within the expected time frame; delays in the successful integration of Tempered Networks and its technologies; unfavorable reaction to the acquisition by customers, competitors, suppliers and employees, disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain business and operational relationships; significant transaction costs; and unknown liabilities.
Other factors that could cause Johnson Controls' actual results to differ materially from those expressed include, among others risks related to: Johnson Controls ability to manage general economic, business, capital market and geopolitical conditions, including global price inflation, shortages impacting the availability of raw materials and component products and the current conflict between Russia and Ukraine; Johnson Controls ability to manage the impacts of natural disasters, climate change, pandemics and outbreaks of contagious diseases and other adverse public health developments, such as the COVID-19 pandemic; the strength of the U.S. or other economies; changes or uncertainty in laws, regulations, rates, policies or interpretations that impact Johnson Controls business operations or tax status; the ability to develop or acquire new products and technologies that achieve market acceptance and meet applicable regulatory requirements; changes to laws or policies governing foreign trade, including economic sanctions, increased tariffs or trade restrictions; maintaining the capacity, reliability and security of Johnson Controls enterprise information technology infrastructure; the ability to manage the lifecycle cybersecurity risk in the development, deployment and operation of Johnson Controls digital platforms and services; the risk of infringement or expiration of intellectual property rights; any delay or inability of Johnson Controls to realize the expected benefits and synergies of recent portfolio transactions; the outcome of litigation and governmental proceedings; the ability to hire and retain senior management and other key personnel; the tax treatment of recent portfolio transactions; significant transaction costs and/or unknown liabilities associated with such transactions; fluctuations in currency exchange rates; labor shortages, work stoppages, union negotiations, labor disputes and other matters associated with the labor force; and the cancellation of or changes to commercial arrangements . A detailed discussion of risks related to Johnson Controls' business is included in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in Johnson Controls' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the 2021 fiscal year filed with the SEC on November 15, 2021, which is available at www.sec.gov and www.johnsoncontrols.com under the "Investors" tab. The description of certain of these risks is supplemented in Item 1A of Part II of Johnson Controls' subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Shareholders, potential investors and others should consider these factors in evaluating the forward-looking statements and should not place undue reliance on such statements. The forward-looking statements included in this communication are made only as of the date of this document, unless otherwise specified, and, except as required by law, Johnson Controls assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to update such statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this communication.
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Bailey Brauer co-founder named among top business litigators by D Magazine
DALLAS, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trial lawyer Alex Brauer, co-founder of litigation boutique Bailey Brauer PLLC, has been recognized among Dallas' top business/commercial litigators by D Magazine for a seventh consecutive year.
With extensive experience and an exceptional track record, business owners and executives turn to Mr. Brauer when faced with their most challenging legal and business issues. This includes developing creative resolutions to disputes and presenting cases to judges and juries when acceptable resolutions can't be achieved.
His focus on client service has earned the trust of business leaders throughout Texas and across the nation, as well as multiple professional honors, including Chambers USA Leading Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, Texas Super Lawyers, BTI's Most Feared Litigation Firms, and Texas Trailblazers.
Selection to the Best Lawyers in Dallas list is based on a blue-ribbon panel's evaluation of nominees recommended by their peers. The complete list is featured in the May 2022 edition of D Magazine.
About Bailey Brauer PLLC
Bailey Brauer PLLC is nationally recognized for its trial and appellate work and provides battle-tested, sophisticated courtroom experience in high-stakes litigation matters. The firm focuses on complex commercial litigation, appeals, and class actions. Learn more about the firm at: http://baileybrauer.com.
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In Collaboration with the Ad Council, AFSP, The Jed Foundation, Caleb Cares Foundation & USC, New Student-Produced Public Service Advertisement Encourages Young Adults to Check in on Their Friends
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Seize the Awkward campaign released a new public service advertisement (PSA) featuring star quarterback Caleb Williams encouraging young people to check in with their peers and have open conversations about their mental health.
The campaign— from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and The Jed Foundation (JED) in collaboration with the Ad Council —worked with the Caleb Cares Foundation and the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism at the University of California (USC) to develop the student-produced video.
In times of crisis, three in four young adults turn to a peer for support. As students across the country return to school and National Suicide Prevention Month begins in September, this new video from Seize the Awkward inspires them to learn the signs and start the conversation with friends about mental health. View the full PSA here.
Starring Caleb Williams, the spot highlights the real experiences of the student-athlete and his fellow students about how talking with friends about their mental health made an impact.
As the first collegiate athlete to participate in the campaign, Williams adds his distinct outlook and experiences to expand the conversation about mental health. The video also incorporates perspectives from several current USC students who drew on their firsthand experiences as they ideated, filmed, directed, and edited the PSA.
"Working with fellow USC students and the Seize the Awkward team on this PSA allowed me to share how important mental health awareness is in my life, especially through my experiences as a student-athlete," said Williams. "I hope everyone sees the importance of supporting your friends and what a huge difference that can make in someone's life."
Williams, who has committed to advocating for mental health and anti-bullying through his foundation, Caleb Cares, also spoke at the live premiere of the PSA yesterday at the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. The event included a first look at the PSA and a panel moderated by USC Annenberg Dean Willow Bay. Panelists included Williams; members of the student production team; JED's Director of School Engagement, Erica Riba and the Ad Council's Creators for Good Director, Elena Havas Taylor. Bonus content from the panel will be released on the @SeizeTheAwkward Instagram.
Williams is the latest in a rich history of trusted messengers and celebrities who have lent their voices to share the message of Seize the Awkward since the campaign first launched in January 2018. Billie Eilish, Aminé, Orion Carloto, Lauv, Noah Cyrus and more have all shared their personal stories about how talking with friends about mental health has made an impact.
"All indicators show how needed this campaign and message are during this time. AFSP thanks Caleb Williams and the USC team for creating the video and encouraging young people to continue supporting each other and staying connected. That support for one another will save lives," shared AFSP CEO Robert Gebbia.
"This PSA comes at a very important time, as we know that young people are facing increasing levels of anxiety and depression as they grapple with uncertainty, isolation, and loss resulting from the pandemic, as well as concern about school shootings, incidents of bias and racism, climate change, and loss of reproductive rights and autonomy, among other stressors," said JED CEO John MacPhee. "It is important for young people to hear from their peers that it's OK to open up and talk about their experiences."
For resources and conversation starters to talk with friends about mental health, young adults can visit SeizeTheAwkward.org and follow @SeizeTheAwkward on Instagram.
About The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have had a loss. AFSP creates a culture that's smart about mental health through education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. Led by CEO Robert Gebbia and headquartered in New York, with an Advocacy office in Washington, DC, AFSP has local chapters in all 50 states with programs and events nationwide. Learn more about AFSP in its latest Annual Report, and join the conversation on suicide prevention by following AFSP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
About The Jed Foundation
JED is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation's teens and young adults. We're partnering with high schools and colleges to strengthen their mental health, substance misuse, and suicide prevention programs and systems. We're equipping teens and young adults with the skills and knowledge to help themselves and each other. We're encouraging community awareness, understanding, and action for young adult mental health.
Connect with JED: Email | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
About the Ad Council
The Ad Council is where creativity and causes converge. The non-profit organization brings together the most creative minds in advertising, media, technology and marketing to address many of the nation's most important causes. The Ad Council has created many of the most iconic campaigns in advertising history. Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk. Smokey Bear. Love Has No Labels.
The Ad Council's innovative social impact campaigns raise awareness, inspire action and save lives. To learn more, visit AdCouncil.org, follow the Ad Council's communities on Facebook and Twitter, and view the creative on YouTube.
About Caleb Cares Foundation
USC quarterback Caleb Williams has always believed deeply in helping the underdog. Through his foundation, he will dedicate energy and resources to focus on eliminating bullying, mental health awareness and youth development. Through different initiatives, events and programs Caleb hopes to help the kids who are suffering because they don't fit in. Fitting in means you're not standing out. Greatness is formed in our differences. What makes you different today will propel you tomorrow.
To learn more, visit CalebCares.org and follow the foundation on Instagram.
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Esperovax, a leading developer of oral mRNA biologics, and Life Magnetics, Inc., creators of RNA stabilization technology, today announced the signing of an agreement to co-develop an innovative new oral RNA therapeutic delivery system for colorectal cancer patients that can be stored at room temperature.
Oral and room temperature delivery of RNA therapeutics is a holy grail for the pharmaceutical industry. RNA therapeutics are safer, easier to design, and have far more targets than small molecule drugs. To date, the major limitation of RNA therapeutics is product shelf life. For example, the lifetime of mRNA is only around 7 hours at room temperature.
Esperovax was founded in 2019 to advance development of its oral mRNA platform, a transformative technology for delivering mRNA treatments to the abundant population of immune cells in the gastrointestinal tract via a small oral capsule.
Life Magnetics in turn, has developed a carbon coating that stabilizes RNA for shipping and transport. Esperovax began evaluating Life Magnetics' technology in March for therapeutic delivery. Prior to this, it had only been tested in diagnostics and wastewater surveillance where Michigan labs were using it to stabilize RNA in environmental samples collected in the field for transport back to the lab.
"One of the tricks to fighting cancer is to have technologies that target a specific type of cell," said Dr. O'Hagan, CEO of Esperovax. "Our new Hercules™ circular RNA technology platform will trigger the active therapeutic payload only inside colorectal cancer cells. This means we can deliver RNA that kills these specific cancer cells but is harmless in any other cell."
Our 24 month goal is demonstrating the technology is viable in animal models and protects RNA for months," said Dr. Kevin Hagadorn, co-creator of Life Magnetics' carbon coating technology. "A delivery platform that protects RNA and is compatible with encapsulation technologies is very valuable. We are confident this new partnership will accomplish exactly that."
For more information on these companies visit: https://esperovax.com/ - and - https://magnetics.life
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CLEVELAND, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new Freedonia Group analysis finds that strong growth in new single-family home construction in the first part of the forecast period will boost demand for behind-the-wall plumbing products through 2025, as a wide variety of plumbing products are installed during initial home construction:
- New homes are expected to include more and larger bathrooms with elaborate designs – such as his and her sinks – that require more plumbing fixtures, further driving gains.
- Additionally, ongoing heightened interest in renovations among homeowners spending more time at home due to the pandemic will boost demand growth, as many of these projects are anticipated to involve kitchen or bathroom renovations.
The analysis projects spending on home kitchen and bathroom renovation projects to grow 5% annually to just under $100 billion in 2025, supported by such factors as:
- a favorable lending environment and rising property values, which will encourage homeowners to take out the home equity lines of credit often used to fund renovations
- homeowners continuing to renovate and expand kitchens to facilitate meal preparation, such as by adding prep sinks or pot fillers
- the efforts of homeowners to add or remodel bathrooms to facilitate aging in place, create multigenerational residences, or simply to improve convenience
- consumers' perceptions that kitchen and bathroom renovation projects are a more effective way of increasing a home's value relative to other remodeling projects
Design trends favoring larger kitchens for family gatherings and entertaining guests will promote gains in the larger kitchen remodeling segment. Interest in professional-style kitchen amenities that involve installing more fixtures and fittings will also promote growth.
Bathroom renovation spending will be supported by such projects as bathroom additions to improve convenience and functionality and design trends like exposed plumbing and spa-like features. Older US consumers installing fixtures like walk-in bathtubs and elevated toilets to facilitate aging in place will bolster gains, as well.
Behind-the-Wall Plumbing, now available from The Freedonia Group, provides historical data for 2010, 2015, 2019, 2020, and 2021 and forecasts for 2022, 2025, and 2030 for both value and unit behind the wall plumbing product demand by product, application, and market. The study also identifies leading suppliers in key product segments and discusses factors that affect the marketing and distribution of behind-the-wall plumbing products in the US.
The products covered in this study are:
- pipe (plastic and metal)
- fittings (tees, elbows, couplings, pipe supports, other fittings)
- valves
- fire sprinklers
The applications for behind-the-wall plumbing products are:
- fire suppression systems
- distribution
- drain, waste, and vent (DWV)
- radiant flooring systems
About the Freedonia Group - The Freedonia Group, a division of MarketResearch.com, is the premier international industrial research company, providing our clients with product analyses, market forecasts, industry trends, and market share information. From one-person consulting firms to global conglomerates, our analysts provide companies with unbiased, reliable industry market research and analysis to help them make important business decisions. With over 100 studies published annually, we support over 90% of the industrial Fortune 500 companies. Find off-the-shelf studies at https://www.freedoniagroup.com/ or contact us for custom research: +1 440.842.2400.
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A unique global competition is being held in Saudi Arabia these days, targeting beautiful voices without the accompaniment of musical instruments in reciting the Holy Quran (the holy book of Muslims) and delivering the call to prayer (adhan), after the entertainment authority in Saudi Arabia launched this competition under the name Scent of speech.
Five reasons may make the competition one of the most important vocal performance contests in the world, which are:
- The largest international prize: The financial prize presented in the competition is the largest in the history of international talent competitions, with an estimated value of $3.2 million.
- The number of applicants: The number of applicants for the competition reached more than 40,000 participants from 80 countries around the world.
- The first competition of its kind: It is the first competition in the world to test the beauty of the voice in the call to prayer.
- The number of judges: The number of specialized assessors evaluating competitors' performances is the largest in the history of international competitions, as their number reaches 13 assessors from several countries around the world.
- Vocal performance: The competition is the only one of its kind in the world to evaluate voice talents without the use of any voice enhancers or musical instruments. Contestants rely on their vocal performance and experience in balancing and switching between vocal ranges with different tones, a type of art that has been known for hundreds of years.
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Happi brings four all-natural flavors, including Maine-exclusive Lime Wild Mint, just in time for Labor Day weekend
THOMASTON, Maine, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrate Labor Day by getting to know Happi, a new female-founded cannabis-infused seltzer making its way to Maine this weekend. Happi believes that health and happiness go hand-in-hand, and life's moments—both big and small—deserve to be celebrated with the perfect sidekick. These breakthrough seltzers are made with all-natural, vegan ingredients and contain between 2.5mg-10mg of THC per can.
Happi will be bringing three of its fan favorite flavors from Michigan to Maine–Lemon Elderflower, Raspberry Honeysuckle, and Pomegranate Hibiscus. Mainers will also get an exclusive taste of Happi's newest flavor, refreshing Lime Wild Mint. Happi is made with simple ingredients and organic fruit, with just 25 calories or fewer per can, making them perfect for any occasion.
Lime Wild Mint (Maine Exclusive) 25 calories, 5mg
Carbonated Water, Organic Agave Nectar, Organic Pomegranate Juice, Organic Lime Juice, Natural Flavors, Vitamin C, Cannabis Extract
Lemon Elderflower 15 calories, 2.5mg
Carbonated Water, Organic Agave Nectar, Organic Lemon Juice, Natural Flavors, Vitamin C, Cannabis Extract
Raspberry Honeysuckle 20 calories, 5mg
Carbonated Water, Organic Agave Nectar, Organic Raspberry Juice, Natural Flavors, Organic Lemon Juice, Vitamin C, Cannabis Extract
Pomegranate Hibiscus 25 calories, 10mg
Carbonated Water, Organic Agave Nectar, Organic Pomegranate Juice, Natural Flavors, Organic Lemon Juice, Vitamin C, Cannabis Extract
Happi was launched in Michigan in 2021 by Chief Happi Officer Joe Reynolds, who saw an opportunity to develop a precisely dosed cannabis beverage, and President Lisa Hurwitz, a CPG and cannabis industry expert with a career-long focus on women's brands and products. In Maine, Happi is produced by CannaNectar Canning Co., one of the state's premier manufacturers of cannabis products.
"We're proud to give Mainers a taste of something new with the launch of Happi," says Lisa Hurwitz, President of Happi. "Our seltzers are made to be enjoyed during all of life's moments. They're refreshing and available in a variety of doses, meaning there is truly a Happi for everyone and every occasion. While we may not be able to change the world, we look forward to helping folks in Maine find their Happi place."
"CannaNectar is thrilled to be Happi's manufacturing partner in bringing this innovative cannabis-infused seltzer to the Maine market," says Mark Crockett, CEO of CannaNectar Canning Co. "We're applying our canning technology and superior team in Maine to their unique formulation to deliver consistent quality and precision dosing for a happier sipping experience."
Happi will be on shelves beginning next week at select dispensaries, including Cannabis Cured, Silver Therapeutics, and Venus and Mars. In the coming weeks, the brand plans to expand to more dispensaries across Maine.
For more information, please visit www.happihourdrink.com
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Happi is an all-natural, cannabis-infused seltzer that changed the cannabis beverage game when it debuted in 2021. There's a Happi for any occasion with four flavors made with organic fruit and a range of dosages from 2.5-10mg. Happi is currently available in Michigan and Maine.
CannaNectar Canning Co. was launched in 2021 as part of the Cannabis Cured portfolio of brands. CannaNectar is dedicated to the advancement of cannabis and the human condition through education, innovation, and science. With its focus on precision dosing and reliable canning, the production facility aims to deliver high quality, consistent cannabis-infused products to the Maine market. CannaNectar is based in Thomaston, Maine, and is led by Mark Crockett, who has been working in the Maine cannabis industry since 2012.
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LAKE OSWEGO, Ore., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE:GBX) invites shareholders and other interested parties to listen to its financial results conference call for the third quarter ended May 31, 2022, live, either over the Internet or via dial in.
What: The Greenbrier Companies Q3 2022 Financial Results Conference Call
When: Monday, July 11, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. PDT
Listeners can access the webcast at the Greenbrier website at www.gbrx.com. To register for or access the webcast, click on the announcement shown on the home page of the Greenbrier website. The webcast will be archived for 30 days.
Alternatively, dial-in numbers for the Conference Call are 1-888-317-6003 and 1-412-317-6061 for international callers; the entry number is "8138307" Please call in 10-15 minutes ahead of time to ensure proper connection.
About Greenbrier
Greenbrier, headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is a leading international supplier of equipment and services to global freight transportation markets. Through its wholly-owned subsidiaries and joint ventures, Greenbrier designs, builds and markets freight railcars and marine barges in North America, Europe and Brazil. We are a leading provider of freight railcar wheel services, parts, maintenance and retrofitting services in North America through our rail services business unit. Greenbrier manages 431,000 railcars and offers railcar management, regulatory compliance services and leasing services to railroads and other railcars owners in North America. GBX Leasing (GBXL) is a special purpose subsidiary that owns and manages a portfolio of leased railcars that originate primarily from Greenbrier's manufacturing operations. GBXL and Greenbrier own a lease fleet of 11,000 railcars. Learn more about Greenbrier at www.gbrx.com.
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Svitolina: Russian, Belorussian players must speak about war
By JEROME PUGMIRE
AP Sports Writer
PARIS (AP) — Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina wants Russian and Belarusian players to say whether they oppose the war in her nation. She says in an interview with The Associated Press that “it’s very important that they speak out.” Because otherwise we don’t know “if they support the action of the army.” She also addresses her mental health concerns and talks of feeling overwhelmed by the constant sad news back home. Svitolina is taking a break from tennis and will miss the French Open. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/11/svitolina-russian-belorussian-players-must-speak-about-war/ | 2022-05-11T15:34:03Z |
Disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison Wednesday, according to the US Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York, following his conviction last year on federal racketeering and sex trafficking charges stemming from his efforts over years to use his fame to ensnare victims he sexually abused.
Prosecutors had asked the judge to sentence Kelly, 55, to more than 25 years behind bars, while his defense attorneys asked for 10 or fewer, saying prosecutors' request was "tantamount to a life sentence."
Kelly, whose full name is Robert Sylvester Kelly, wore a tan prison uniform, dark-rimmed glasses and a black mask at Wednesday's hearing, which survivors in the case also attended. The court heard impact statements from seven of Kelly's victims, including Jane Doe 2, who testified at trial.
"It's been 23 years since we knew each other, and you've victimized a lot of girls since then," she said, addressing Kelly. She later added: "Now it's your turn to have your freedom taken from you."
A jury convicted Kelly last September on nine counts, including one charge of racketeering and eight counts of violations of the Mann Act, a sex trafficking law. Prosecutors from the Eastern District of New York accused Kelly of using his status as a celebrity and a "network of people at his disposal to target girls, boys and young women for his own sexual gratification."
The five-week federal trial in Brooklyn included testimony from witnesses who said they were sexually and physically abused by Kelly. The court also heard from people involved with orchestrating the disgraced R&B singer's 1994 marriage to the late singer Aaliyah when she was just 15 years old and he was an adult after she believed she'd gotten pregnant.
"No one can undo the harm that has been done to these victims," attorney Gloria Allred, who represented three victims who testified, told reporters Wednesday outside court. "But at least it's time for Mr. Kelly to be accountable."
Defense attorneys and prosecutors argued Wednesday in court over whether Kelly even could pay a fine. The defense said he is "pretty close to indigent" and could not. Prosecutors disagreed, saying money from the sale of some of his music rights and millions of dollars in royalties held by Sony could cover any fine.
In the nine months since his conviction, Kelly has replaced his entire legal team with Jennifer Bonjean and her firm. Bonjean is the attorney who helped Bill Cosby get his sexual assault conviction overturned and also represented Cosby in a civil case he lost this month at trial.
Kelly is being held at a federal detention facility in Brooklyn and, once sentenced, was expected to be moved back to Chicago, where he faces another federal trial in August on child pornography and obstruction charges.
Childhood trauma revealed
In over 14 hours of interviews with psychiatrist experts, Kelly said his closest relationship growing up was with his mother. His earliest memories were watching his mom perform as a singer in a band called "Six Pack," and he would often accompany her to McDonald's where she would drink coffee and they would share a pastry.
Kelly had never met his father and described his mother's death as the most tragic event of his life, saying he would go to McDonald's frequently to smell the coffee and remember her, according to a letter filed by Renee Sorrentino, a clinical assistant professor at Harvard Medical School.
"To me, the 'M' stands for mom. Going to McDonald's is always being around my mother," Kelly said.
But his childhood was also marked by trauma.
Kelly saw a childhood sweetheart drown when he was a little boy. And people interviewed by psychiatrist experts say Kelly was repeatedly sexually abused beginning when he was a 6 or 7-year-old boy, his attorney wrote, saying he was abused by his older sister and also a landlord, at times on a "weekly basis."
Sorrentino said in her letter Kelly's childhood sexual abuse may have contributed to his "hypersexuality," or difficulty controlling sexual urges, and believes it was a factor in his criminal convictions.
While Kelly was convicted of sexual exploitation of a child, Sorrentino refused to diagnose Kelly with pedophilia because he told her his "sexual behavior has never involved prepubescent individuals," she said.
Faith, another woman who testified at Kelly's trial, countered that defense argument Wednesday in her victim impact statement, saying her own father had also been sexually abused as a child but "never molested me."
Support for the singer
Among the letters asking for a shorter sentence for Kelly is one written by Diana Copeland, Kelly's former assistant who testified as a government witness and said she wrote a letter in support of Kelly because it was the "right thing to do."
"God doesn't want us to throw humans away," Copeland wrote. "If we have the audacity to care for the perpetrators as well as the victims, we can all rise."
Joycelyn Savage, who was considered a victim of Kelly's by prosecutors, also remains a supporter.
"Robert and I are deeply in love and it breaks my heart that the government has created a narrative that I'm a victim," Savage wrote. "I'm a grown woman, and can speak for myself which is why I wanted to provide this letter to the court."
In her letter, Savage revealed she is now engaged to Kelly.
Prosecutors faced threats
Ahead of the sentencing, a Chicago man who had attended Kelly's trial in Brooklyn was arrested and charged for making threats against the three US attorneys who prosecuted Kelly, a copy of his arrest warrant shows.
Christopher Gunn was arrested Saturday for allegedly posting threats to kill or seriously injure the female prosecutors.
According to the arrest warrant, Gunn posted video to his YouTube channel in October, shortly after Kelly was found guilty, that showed an image of the US Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York where the women work. Prosecutors believe a voice narrating the video is Gunn's, and he says, "That's where they at. That's where they work at ... We're going to storm the office," saying each of the three prosecutors' names.
"If you ain't got the stomach for the sh*t we 'bout to do, I'm asking that you just bail out," he allegedly said in the video.
Prosecutors also analyzed a CashApp account linked to Gunn that shows multiple transactions from February 26, 2021, to June 1 that indicate Gunn "engaged in the sale of firearm ammunition in relation to the Kelly matter," they said. Transactions included payments for $20 with descriptions saying "30 rounds.. free R kelly." CNN has reached out to an attorney for Kelly for comment.
Prosecutors believe Gunn was planning to attend Kelly's sentencing on Wednesday after he posted another video saying he had a "spot" for supporters to meet up near the courthouse.
CNN has reached out to an attorney for Gunn, who is expected to have a detention hearing Wednesday.
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ROSH HA'AYIN, Israel, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Partner Communications Company Ltd. ("Partner" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: PTNR) (TASE: PTNR), a leading Israeli communications operator, announces that the Company's Board of Directors resolved to appoint Mr. Shlomo Zohar to serve as the Chairman of the Board of Directors until the Company's next Annual General Meeting of shareholders. Mr. Zohar will replace Ms. Osnat Ronen who concluded her term as Chairperson of the Company's Board of Directors and as a member of the Board of Directors on May 17, 2022.
Mr. Shlomo Zohar has been a director in the Company since October 2020. Mr. Zohar served in the past as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Israel Discount Bank Ltd. and as Chairman of the Board of Directors of B Communications Ltd. and currently he serves on the Board of Directors of several companies, including at Delek USA Energy, Inc., and Isras Investment Company Ltd.
About Partner Communications
Partner Communications Company Ltd. ("Partner") is a leading Israeli provider of telecommunications services (cellular, fixed-line telephony, internet and television services). Partner's ADSs are quoted on the NASDAQ Global Select Market™ and its shares are traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NASDAQ: PTNR) (TASE: PTNR).
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http://www.partner.co.il/en/Investors-Relations/lobby/
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SEATTLE, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly base cash dividend of $0.18 per share on the common stock of the company, payable in cash on September 16, 2022, to holders of record of such common stock as of the close of business on September 2, 2022.
In fourth quarter 2020, Weyerhaeuser implemented a "base plus variable supplemental" dividend framework. Under this framework, the company expects to supplement its quarterly base cash dividend, as appropriate, with an additional return of variable cash to achieve a targeted total annual return to shareholders of 75 to 80 percent of annual Adjusted Funds Available for Distribution (Adjusted FAD). The company has the flexibility in its capital allocation framework to return this additional cash either in the form of a supplemental dividend, which will, in general, be declared and paid annually in the first quarter based on prior year financial results, or through a combination of supplemental dividend and opportunistic share repurchase.
Adjusted FAD, a non-GAAP measure, is defined by Weyerhaeuser as net cash from operations adjusted for capital expenditures and significant non-recurring items.
ABOUT WEYERHAEUSER
Weyerhaeuser Company, one of the world's largest private owners of timberlands, began operations in 1900. We own or control approximately 11 million acres of timberlands in the U.S. and manage additional timberlands under long-term licenses in Canada. We manage these timberlands on a sustainable basis in compliance with internationally recognized forestry standards. We are also one of the largest manufacturers of wood products in North America. Our company is a real estate investment trust. In 2021, we generated $10.2 billion in net sales and employed approximately 9,200 people who serve customers worldwide. Our common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol WY. Learn more at www.weyerhaeuser.com.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This news release contains statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 concerning the company's expectations about the amount, timing and occurrence of future quarterly and supplemental cash dividends as well as the company's dividend framework. Forward-looking statements are generally identified by words such as "expects," "targeted," "will," and similar words and expressions referencing future events. Forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and assumptions, the accuracy of which are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those identified in our 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K, as well as those set forth from time to time in our other public statements, reports, registration statements, prospectuses, information statements and other filings with the SEC.
It is not possible to predict or identify all risks and uncertainties that might affect the accuracy of our forward-looking statements and, consequently, our descriptions of such risks and uncertainties should not be considered exhaustive. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events, or otherwise. Also included in this news release are references to Adjusted FAD, which is a non-GAAP financial measure. Adjusted FAD may not be comparable to similarly named or captioned non-GAAP financial measures of other companies due to potential inconsistencies in how such measures are calculated. Adjusted FAD should not be considered in isolation from, and is not intended to represent an alternative to, our GAAP results
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Services set for late Marshall Co. Communications Sgt., Clerk
Published: Apr. 2, 2022 at 12:57 PM CDT|Updated: 31 minutes ago
MARYSVILLE, Kan. (WIBW) - The Marshall Co. Sheriff’s Office says services have been set for late Communications Sergeant and Clerk Bobbi Price.
A viewing has been scheduled for April 6.
Meanwhile, Price’s funeral will be held at 10 a.m. on April 7 at the Memorial Presbyterian Church, 200 N. 10th St., in Marysville.
Price passed away on Thursday morning, March 31, as a result of health complications. She worked for the Sheriff’s Office for 38 years.
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MANASSAS, Va. (AP) — In a universe of cloud computing, northern Virginia might be in a perpetual fog.
More of the data centers that feed the cloud are clustered in the region outside the nation’s capital than anywhere else in the world.
As cloud computing — which enables data storage and other services to be delivered over the internet — continues its exponential increase, the appetite for new data centers continues to grow. And increasingly, communities that abut the centers are complaining about their new neighbors, mostly about the noise from constantly whirring fans needed to cool the computers and servers warehoused within.
“It’s just a constant whir at a frequency that’s obnoxious,” said Dale Browne, president of the Great Oak Homeowners Association. Residents there led a protest recently outside a nearby data center in Prince William County, newly built to support Amazon Web Services.
Browne said he preferred the quarry that used to occupy the land over the data center. And he’s worried that the noise will only get worse in winter, when a line of trees that provides something of a buffer sheds its leaves.
Speakers at the protest said they fear Prince William County is on the verge of joining its neighbor, Loudoun County, which is known as the data center capital of the world.
“We are the canary in the coalmine,” Browne said.
Northern Virginia has been a tech hub since the formation of the internet, and now hosts more data centers than the next five largest U.S. markets combined, according to the Northern Virginia Technology Council.
Collectively, the northern Virginia data centers demand about 1,900 megawatts of power, said Josh Levi, president of the Data Center Coalition, an industry trade group. That’s roughly equivalent to the entire output of Dominion Energy’s nuclear reactors at its North Anna power plant.
Browne and his neighbors say noise from the data center regularly exceeds the local limit of 60 decibels for noise — a study by Amazon disputes this — but it’s largely a moot point because the county noise ordinance exempts air conditioning units. Activists say the ordinance was written more than 30 years ago and never anticipated the massive cooling systems used in data centers.
Amazon Web Services, for its part, said it’s installing acoustical shrouds at the site as part of its noise-reduction efforts.
“Addressing our neighbors’ noise concerns in Prince William County is a priority for us,” a company spokesman said in a statement.
Noise is not the only issue. Spencer Snakard, president of Protect Fauquier, worries that more data centers will require more high-voltage transmission lines to deliver the massive amounts of electricity they require, destroying views and posing their own potential health risks.
“I see these noisy monstrosities much like computers of the 1960s and 70’s: massive, bulky, ugly, and in their infant stage,” she said.
Not all residents are opposed to the data centers. In the Gainesville area, a group of property owners proposed having their land rezoned from agricultural use to allow them. County staff recommended approving this ahead of a Sept. 14 planning commission vote.
Mary Ann Ghadban of Gainesville, 68, is one of the property owners who would sell if the area is rezoned. A lifelong county resident, she built what she called her “dream barn” on her 55-acre horse farm.
“All my neighbors, we were all long-timers. We were going to live here until we died,” she said.
But after the electric company built high-voltage transmission lines through her property in 2008, she said her horses suffered ill health effects, and property values dropped. Housing developers took over nearby tracts, and her rural enclave became something else.
“It breaks our heart, but it’s a fact: It’s not rural anymore,” she said. “We should have had this area open to data centers years ago, because you’ve already ruined the property. You’ve already ruined people’s lives by adding massive transmission towers, so put the data centers where the power is already.”
There’s also opposition from the nearby Manassas National Battlefield Park. Superintendent Brandon Bies likened the threat to Disney’s bid 30 years ago to build a theme park near the battlefield — a proposal environmentalists and other activists famously scuttled — and pushed back against the notion that transmission lines have already destroyed the area’s rural character.
“While indeed unsightly, the agricultural and historic nature of the battlefield’s western edge is still largely intact,” he wrote in a letter to the county board.
Counties that snub data centers would be turning down a lucrative source of tax revenue.
Data centers now provide for more than 30 percent of the general fund budget of Loudoun County, a suburb of the nation’s capital with more than 400,000 residents.
While the windfall has been a boon to Loudoun, Phyllis Randall, chair of the county’s Board of Supervisors, has raised concerns about overreliance on the industry.
“I’m not an economist, but even I know that not diversifying your economy to that degree gets a little dangerous,” she said at a February meeting where a board committee considered plans to manage the data centers’ growth.
Levi, with the Data Center Coalition, said northern Virginia remains a particularly attractive site for a number of reasons. He points to the region’s history as an internet hub for starters — in a business where nanoseconds matter, so does proximity to those hubs, Levi said.
In addition, Virginia was one of the first states to establish tax incentives for data centers.
He acknowledged that community resistance has increased as the industry has expanded. The industry is typically tight-lipped because of its security requirements, and needs to do more to promote its beneficial impacts, along with its advances in designing centers to have less environmental impact, he said.
“I think you’ve seen a lot of continuing innovation and design changes in response to community concerns,” he said. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/ap-as-data-centers-proliferate-neighbors-knock-the-noise/ | 2022-09-13T15:24:06Z |
2022 Auto Dealer Today Dealers' Choice Awards
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Connected Dealer Services' vehicle health and direct automotive marketing platform, CarRx, earned a first-place Diamond award in the Service Retention category in the 2022 Auto Dealer Today Dealers' Choice Awards, while the company's inventory management and vehicle recovery solution, Elo GPS, won a Platinum award in the Vehicle Tracking category that was newly added for 2022.
The Auto Dealer Today Dealers' Choice Awards, published by Bobit Business Media, is in its 18th year asking dealers and dealership personnel to complete an extensive survey nominating and scoring the best industry vendors, suppliers, and finance partners across 40 categories. While longstanding products are often recognized, impressively, CarRx received the first-place award in the first full year it was available for use.
"CarRx being nominated by dealerships and receiving a first-place award in the Service Retention category after less than 2 years in the market is a testament to the need that CarRx is solving for in the industry," said Connected Dealer Services President, Shane Wilson. "Our goal was to become a data-driven enterprise platform for the dealer, and we are doing just that. We are proud to be recognized by our dealership partners for the impact we have on their business and revenue with Elo GPS and CarRx."
CarRx, which launched in 2021 as a feature of the Elo GPS lot management and stolen vehicle recovery platform, monitors vehicle health through diagnostic scans and enables dealerships to directly communicate with their customers post-sale through customizable email and in-app messaging. This customer engagement tool automatically alerts drivers of CEL and service needs and makes it simple to schedule service directly from the app. While complementary to factory apps, CarRx allows dealerships to own their customer relationships and increase service retention and fixed ops profits by bringing customers back for service at their dealership, not just the closest service bay at the time.
"CarRx' core mission has been to connect dealers and consumers together by delivering real-time actionable data to the dealer and providing peace of mind to the consumer," said Samantha Arnold, Vice President of Sales Operations for Connected Dealer Services and Program Manager for CarRx. "We spent a year piloting and collecting feedback from our dealers to deliver a solution that worked within their current processes to drive revenue back to their service bays. I look forward to the evolution of CarRx as we continue to listen to our dealers and deliver on our mission."
To learn more about Elo GPS and CarRx please visit https://www.elogps.com/for-dealerships/.
Connected Dealer Services is a connected car technology company partnering with dealerships to provide powerful tools like Elo GPS and CarRx that meet the growing demands of connectivity and the modern dealership by protecting vehicle assets, managing inventory, reducing costs, increasing service retention, and enabling a direct connection to drivers and their vehicles.
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SINGAPORE, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:KLIC) ("Kulicke & Soffa", "K&S" or the "Company"), a global leader in the design and manufacture of semiconductor, LED and electronic assembly equipment, today announced a conference call is scheduled to discuss the Company's second fiscal quarter 2022 financial results, and its business outlook, on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at 8:00am EDT.
The Company will issue its second fiscal quarter 2022 financial results the evening of Wednesday, May 4, 2022.
To access the conference call, interested parties may call +1-877-407-8037 or internationally +1-201-689-8037. A live webcast will also be available at investor.kns.com.
A replay will be available from approximately one hour after the completion of the call through May 12th by calling toll-free +1-877-660-6853 or internationally +1-201-612-7415 and using the replay ID number of 13727849. A webcast replay will also be available at investor.kns.com.
About Kulicke & Soffa
Kulicke & Soffa (NASDAQ: KLIC) is a leading provider of semiconductor, LED and electronic assembly solutions serving the global automotive, consumer, communications, computing and industrial markets. Founded in 1951, K&S prides itself on establishing foundations for technological advancement - creating pioneering interconnect solutions that enable performance improvements, power efficiency, form-factor reductions and assembly excellence of current and next-generation semiconductor devices.
Leveraging decades of development proficiency and extensive process technology expertise, Kulicke & Soffa's expanding portfolio provides equipment solutions, aftermarket products and services supporting a comprehensive set of interconnect technologies including wire bonding, advanced packaging, lithography, and electronics assembly. Dedicated to empowering technological discovery, always, K&S collaborates with customers and technology partners to push the boundaries of possibility, enabling a smarter future.
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Investor Relations
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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a fun, challenging and realistic alternative to sparring with conventional punching bags," said an inventor, from Douglasville, Ga., "so I invented the X-Axis Sparring Trainer. My design provides fight enthusiasts with a realistic mobile experience with more energy between coaches and fighters."
The invention provides a realistic and engaging alternative to conventional punching bags. In doing so, it eliminates the need for a human sparring partner. As a result, it enhances safety and it could provide a more fun and exciting workout. The invention features an effective design that is easy to use so it is ideal for fitness, boxing, and martial arts enthusiasts, gyms, training facilities, etc. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Mobile sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-MHO-169, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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NEW YORK, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Xintong "Tony" Zhang, an experienced litigation attorney from mainland China, joins the New York office of Seiden Law Group LLP as a litigation associate working on complex cross border litigation. Tony was admitted to the New York and New Jersey State Bars after graduating from St. John's law school and practicing law in a boutique law firm in New York. Tony joins a driven team of lawyers at Seiden Law Group and primarily focuses on the China Practice Group where he assists US and Chinese clients who have been the victims of fraud, or are embroiled in business disputes. Tony also assists clients with negotiating business deals.
Tony brings a practical, sure-footed approach and business sense to resolving disputes and uses his fluency in both Chinese and English language and culture to efficiently and aggressively assist clients. Tony holds a joint LL.M./J.D. degree from St. John's University School of Law. Tony previously worked at the United Nations and law firms in Xian, China and New York. Tony is currently working on matters for one of China's most successful entrepreneurs as well as several major financial institutions in China. Tony was recently named one of Super Lawyer's 2021-22 Rising Stars.
Seiden Law Group is a boutique law firm based in Manhattan with a vast array of global clients that trust the Seiden team when they want sound advice, creative solutions, and bare-knuckled, smart-as-a-whip street fighters in the negotiating or court room to get them successful results.
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Narayan Joins Arcesium from BlackRock to Support Business Expansion
NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcesium, a leading global financial technology firm, today announced the appointment of Mahesh Narayan as the firm's Institutional Asset Manager Segment Head.
In his new role, Mr. Narayan will oversee Arcesium's delivery of its capabilities that support institutional asset managers, including the firm's cloud-native data platform, investment lifecycle solutions, and associated financial operations. These core competencies are engineered to enable asset managers to scale operations, mitigate risk, and confidently make vital business decisions.
Mr. Narayan has joined Arcesium from BlackRock, where he was the Commercial Director for the firm's Aladdin Data Cloud, supporting large global asset managers and owners in their data strategy, data analytics, and data re-platforming needs.
"Mahesh brings highly relevant expertise and is well positioned to lead this team dedicated to helping institutional asset managers achieve differentiated business outcomes," said Gaurav Suri, CEO of Arcesium. "We're excited to have him on board as Arcesium broadens its scalable, tested solutions that empower the asset management industry to think beyond operational challenges."
"As institutional asset managers redesign their data management and operational workflows while simultaneously reducing their total cost of ownership, they must address a growing number of challenges. I'm excited to have the opportunity to partner with clients in this expanding segment to shape their data strategy and transformational efforts," said Mr. Narayan.
"With more than 25 years of experience, Mahesh brings a deep understanding of the industry demands institutional asset managers face. We're thrilled to have Mahesh join Arcesium as we deepen our reach and deliver our data-first solutions to this space," said David Nable, Head of Client and Partner Development.
In 2022, Financial Technologies Forum, a premier news network providing information to technology leaders from major investment management firms, awarded Arcesium "Best Reconciliation Solution" in its 11th annual Technology Innovation Awards. This honor recognized Arcesium's end-to-end solution that empowers clients to verify the accuracy of their data, reduce operational risk, and improve business control.
Arcesium is a global financial technology delivering post-investment and enterprise data management solutions to some of the world's most sophisticated financial institutions, including hedge funds, banks, institutional asset managers, and private equity firms. Expertly designed to achieve a single source of truth throughout a client's ecosystem, Arcesium's cloud-native technology is built to systematize the most complex workflows and help clients achieve scale.
Building on a platform developed and tested by investment and technology development firm, the D. E. Shaw group, Arcesium was launched as a joint venture with Blackstone Alternative Asset Management. J.P. Morgan, another large client, later made a strategic investment in our company, helping us further our mission: to power the entire investment lifecycle. Today, Arcesium services over $675 billion in global client AUM with a staff of over 1,700 software engineering, accounting, operations, and treasury professionals.
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United to launch new nonstop flights between Newark/New York and Dubai starting in March of 2023;
United customers can soon connect through Dubai to more than 100 destinations and Emirates customers can more easily fly to nearly 200 U.S cities through Chicago, San Francisco and Houston
CHICAGO and DUBAI, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United and Emirates announced a historic commercial agreement today that will enhance each airline's network and give their customers easier access to hundreds of destinations within the United States and around the world*.
United will launch a new direct flight between Newark/New York and Dubai starting in March 2023 – from there, customers can travel on Emirates or its sister airline flydubai to more than 100 different cities. Tickets for United's new Dubai flight are now on sale.
Starting in November, Emirates customers flying into three of the nation's biggest business hubs – Chicago, San Francisco and Houston – will have access to nearly 200 U.S. cities in the United network – most of which only require a one-stop connection. At eight other U.S. airports served by Emirates – Boston, Dallas, LA, Miami, JFK, Orlando, Seattle and Washington DC – both airlines will have an interline arrangement in place.
United and Emirates announced their agreement today at a ceremonial event at Dulles International Airport, hosted by United CEO Scott Kirby and Emirates President Sir Tim Clark, featuring United and Emirates Boeing 777-300ER aircraft and flight crews from each carrier.
"This agreement unites two iconic, flag carrier airlines who share a common commitment to creating the best customer experience in the skies," said United CEO Scott Kirby. "United's new flight to Dubai and our complementary networks will make global travel easier for millions of our customers, helping boost local economies and strengthen cultural ties. This is a proud moment for both United and Emirates employees, and I look forward to our journey together."
"Two of the biggest, and best-known airlines in the world are joining hands to fly people better to more places, at a time when travel demand is rebounding with a vengeance. It's a significant partnership that will unlock tremendous consumer benefit and bring the United Arab Emirates and the United States even closer," said Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline. "We welcome United's return to Dubai next year, where our hub Dubai essentially becomes a gateway for United to reach Asia, Africa and the Middle East via the combined network of Emirates and flydubai. We look forward to developing our partnership with United for the long term."
Soon customers of both airlines can book these connecting flights on a single ticket – making check-in and luggage transfer faster and easier. For example – travelers will be able to visit United.com or use the United app to book a flight from Newark/New York to Karachi, Pakistan or go to Emirates.com to book a flight from Dubai to Atlanta or Honolulu.
This agreement will also give the loyalty program members of both airlines more opportunities for more rewards: United MileagePlus® members flying on United's Newark/New York to Dubai flight can soon earn and redeem miles when connecting beyond on Emirates and flydubai and Emirates Skywards members will be able to earn miles when they travel on United operated flights. Eligible United customers will also soon have access to Emirates lounges when connecting to and from United's new Dubai flight.
Both airlines have recently announced significant investments in the customer experience. Emirates will retrofit more than 120 aircraft as part of a $2 billion effort that includes elevated meal choices, a brand-new vegan menu, a 'cinema in the sky' experience, cabin interior upgrades, and sustainable choices. At United, the airline will add 500 new Boeing and Airbus aircraft to its fleet with a focus on a new signature interior that includes seat-back screens in every seat, larger overhead bins, Bluetooth connectivity throughout, and the industry's fastest available in-flight WiFi.
* Codeshare activities and United's new flight to Dubai are subject to government approvals.
About United
United's shared purpose is "Connecting People. Uniting the World." From our U.S. hubs in Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark/New York, San Francisco and Washington, D.C., United operates the most comprehensive global route network among North American carriers. United is bringing back our customers' favorite destinations and adding new ones on its way to becoming the world's best airline. For more about how to join the United team, please visit www.united.com/careers and more information about the company is at www.united.com. United Airlines Holdings, Inc., the parent company of United Airlines, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".
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Lease agreement finalized for future Denver museum to open early next year in 16th Street Mall
ATLANTA, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Museum of Illusions®, a global leader in "edutainment" and the biggest chain of private museums worldwide, announced today the global brand's plans to open a new museum in Denver, Colorado, in early 2023.
Following the lease agreement recently finalized, the 6,229 square feet of space in Denver's bustling 16th Street Mall – also known as Pedestrian Mall – will welcome a new state-of-the-art museum designed for visitors of all ages to enjoy mentally-stimulating optical illusions, 3D holograms, brain-puzzling exhibits and interactive illusion rooms. The Mile High City locals and tourists are in for a memorable experience filled with unique and unconventional exhibits and installations that will take current perceptions of entertainment and education to new heights. Sam Zaitz and Sarah Alfano of JLL represented the landlord, working in concert with the building's asset and property manager, Hines.
"Tether Advisors was thrilled to represent Museum of Illusions in securing the location of a future museum in Denver, Colorado. Every deal has its unique quirks, and we have to give credit to the Museum of Illusions team for adapting to market conditions and tirelessly working to get this one across the finish line," said Sean Kulzer, Senior Vice president at Tether Advisors. "The brand's expansion into Denver is exciting for the community as well as for the local governance and partners committed to revitalizing 16th Street Mall (16th Street Mall Project) and making it a top Denver attraction for a dynamic retail environment for years to come."
Denver is one of largest and top ranked business cities in the United States. The 16th Street Mall is a popular business destination that garners foot traffic from locals and tourists alike to businesses and attractions in the area including casual and upscale dining, taverns and breweries, entertainment as well as luxury and mainstream shops. The Pedestrian Mall is an attraction that people from all over enjoy, making it the ideal destination for Museum of Illusions' experiential retail concept.
"Museum of Illusions is excited to continue expanding its presence across the nation and the world at-large, bringing its unique, interactive and immersive experience to popular entertainment centers and influential cities," said Jonathan Benjamin, CEO of Museum of Illusions. "Denver is a unique city with an appreciation for new experiences and fresh perspectives, and the new Denver Museum of Illusions location is poised to provide that for residents and visitors from all over."
As the brand continues to grow with nearly 40 museums to-date, Museum of Illusions is well on its way to bring its network to at least 100 locations around the world over the course of the next four years, with new style and design concepts in store to take the museums to the next level. The brand's aggressive expansion across the globe has U.S. locations slated to open new Museum of Illusions in the near future in Washington, DC; Scottsdale, Arizona; Charlotte, North Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia, Austin, TX; Mall of America and more.
For more information about the Museum of Illusions and its franchise opportunities, visit www.museumofillusions.com or email at info@museumofillusions.com.
About RP Illusions Corp.
RP Illusions Corp. is a U.S.-based corporation that develops and franchises museums across the world. The company's primary goal is to provide memorable and exciting educational opportunities while evolving its approach to creativity, art, and entertainment. The Museum of Illusions is a global leader in "edutainment", with 37 locations in 25 countries worldwide. The company plans to continue expanding by providing unique educational, visual, and entertaining experiences with high-quality service. For more information about the Museum of Illusions visit www.museumofillusions.com or email at info@museumofillusions.com.
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SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Bulgaria’s parliament voted Friday to lift a veto that has long blocked European Union membership negotiations with North Macedonia and Albania, raising fresh hopes that the bloc can now press on with its expansion plans in the Western Balkans amid Russia’s war in Ukraine.
France, which currently holds the EU’s rotating presidency, made a proposal this week to resolve an ethnic and cultural dispute between Bulgaria and North Macedonia that was the source of the veto.
Under the French proposal, North Macedonia would have to recognize in the preamble of its constitution that Bulgarians are one of the country’s constitutive ethnicities. North Macedonia said Friday that three main topics needed clarification before it would agree to the deal.
While North Macedonia’s prime minister opposed the French proposal Thursday and a no-confidence vote toppled Bulgarian Prime Minister Kiril Petkov a day earlier, the French plan ultimately altered the dynamics among enough Bulgarian lawmakers. The vote to lift the veto passed 170-37, with 21 abstentions.
“Parliament took a historic decision today, giving a green light to the proposal for the EU accession of North Macedonia,” said Petkov, who had been working to settle the dispute before the no-confidence motion brought down his government.
North Macedonia has been a candidate for EU membership for 17 years. The country received a green light in 2020 to begin eligibility talks, but no date was set for the start of the negotiations.
Some have feared that keeping Western Balkans nations out of the EU would allow Russia to strengthen its influence in the region, which experienced wars in the 1990s during the breakup of Yugoslavia. North Macedonia away from the 27-nation bloc, Russia’s grip on the Balkans will be strengthened.
Bulgaria has used its power as an EU member to block North Macedonia’s accession, since all enlargement decisions require unanimous approval from the 27-nation bloc. The Bulgarian government insisted that North Macedonia formally recognize that its language has Bulgarian roots, acknowledge in its constitution a Bulgarian minority and quash “hate speech” against Bulgaria.
Its stance inadvertently also stalled Albania’s progress toward EU membership because the bloc is treating the pair as a political package. All three countries are NATO members.
French President Emmanuel Macron said the vote in Bulgaria’s parliament was a “very good signal,” adding that technical work required to pave the way for a final deal in the coming days would.
“There is still work to be done, I don’t want to claim victory too early, but it’s an important step forward,” he said.
On Thursday, North Macedonian Prime Minister Dimitar Kovachevski told reporters in Brussels that the French proposal “in its current form is unacceptable to me, for the president, the government, the coalition partners and people of the Republic of North Macedonia.”
Kovachevski added that Skopje needed “strong guarantees” that Bulgaria would not add new requirements to the EU’s negotiating framework.
North Macedonia’s foreign minister, Bujar Osmani, said Friday that the country’s language and history must not be part of the framework and that the EU membership talks needed to start before the country’s constitution is amended to reference a Bulgarian minority.
“If we receive a proposal that takes into account our positions, an agreement can be reached in the coming days,” Osmani said, adding that his government did not yet know the contents of the version adopted by Bulgarian lawmakers.
“We will be in communication with France in the coming days and we will see how things will go,” he added.
Ruslan Stefanov, program director at the Center for the Study of Democracy, a Sofia-based think tank, said Friday’s vote “externally and politically removes the pressure on Bulgaria.”
“Things don’t look the same in North Macedonia, though,” he told The Associated Press. “It seems there has been quite sizeable public outcry as to not liking the proposal of the French presidency, so it might be a little bit more difficult for the government there.”
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McGrath reported from Sighisoara, Romania and Petrequin from Brussels. Konstantin Testorides in Skopje, North Macedonia, contributed to this report.
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SAN DIEGO, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardiff Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRDF), a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging PLK1 inhibition to develop novel therapies across a range of cancers, today announced that company management will participate in a fireside chat and one-on-one meetings at the William Blair Biotech Focus Conference 2022, which is taking place at The St. Regis New York on July 12 – 13, 2022.
The fireside chat will be pre-recorded and available on-demand beginning on Monday, July 11, 2022. A link to the recording will available on the "Events" section of the Cardiff Oncology website.
Cardiff Oncology is a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging PLK1 inhibition to develop novel therapies across a range of cancers. Our lead asset is onvansertib, a PLK1 inhibitor we are evaluating in combination with standard-of-care (SOC) therapeutics in clinical programs targeting indications such as KRAS-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer, metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, and metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer. These programs and our broader development strategy are designed to target tumor vulnerabilities in order to overcome treatment resistance and deliver superior clinical benefit compared to the SOC. For more information, please visit https://www.cardiffoncology.com.
Vicki Kelemen
Chief Operating Officer
858-952-7652
vkelemen@cardiffoncology.com
Joyce Allaire
LifeSci Advisors
212-915-2569
jallaire@lifesciadvisors.com
Amy Jobe, Ph.D
LifeSci Communications
315-879-8192
ajobe@lifescicomms.com
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Family of Emma Holmes thanks community after her safe return
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - The family of 12-year-old Emma Holmes is thanking everyone who helped get the word out during their search.
Emma disappeared over the weekend from Bradenton but thankfully was found safe in Clearwater.
Emma’s Aunt Laura released the following statement of thanks.
“Thank you to our village for bringing Emma home. We’re so overwhelmed with emotion that it’s hard to find the words to express our gratitude for the news agencies for being willing to get the story out, people sharing posts, showing up for a search party and canvassing neighborhoods (some who’ve never even met us), commenting, and private messaging (sometimes just to check on our well-being and to offer to bring food, sit with us, whatever we needed, and all asking what they could do.)
All of this, combined with the tireless round-the-clock efforts of law enforcement agencies, helped this have as happy an outcome as possible under the circumstances. We hope all of the kindness and concern is returned to our community tenfold. Thank you all for rallying around this child and our family. This is still an active investigation so there are details that we can’t share yet, but are happy to provide an update when the time is right. In regard to Emma’s pictures, I don’t mind if they stay up because people are still calling in tips about the case. Without revealing too much... her name and picture being searchable is exactly what brought her home.
A concerned citizen who spoke with Emma for a very brief moment, searched online to see if what he was told was true and when he realized it was, he called law enforcement in his county right away and that tip is how she was removed from the situation and we’re forever grateful to everyone.”
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Have you ever wanted to experience driving on Texas Motor Speedway in your own car? Well now you can, with All-Star Race Laps for Charity set for May 22.
Just hours before NASCAR’s All-Star Race, you will have the opportunity to drive three laps on the track in your personal vehicle for only $50.
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Vietnamese insurer PVI expedites compliance journey with accelerator solution fusing KPMG's industry acumen and SAS analytics
CARY, N.C., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Insurers worldwide are under intensifying time pressure to implement International Financial Reporting Standard 17 (IFRS 17) Insurance Contracts. Facing its own January 2023 compliance deadline for group reporting, Hanoi-based PVI – majority owned by German insurance giant HDI Global – has deployed a fast-track IFRS 17 solution, KPMG IFRS 17 Express – powered by SAS®.
The joint solution combines the SAS Solution for IFRS 17 and a globally tested methodology developed by one of the world's leading insurance groups, Allianz, operating in 70 countries. KPMG IFRS 17 Express – powered by SAS provides insurers a more efficient, cost-effective path to compliance, replete with a fully functional IFRS 17 calculation and posting engine as well as pre-defined data models and extensive postings, fostering automation and integration. Its singular, traceable platform ensures auditability and transparency while also facilitating collaboration between insurers' actuarial, risk management and finance teams.
For PVI, technological and methodological security, as well as the rapid implementation timeline, were decisive factors in choosing KPMG IFRS Express – powered by SAS. Working in concert, KPMG and SAS remain engaged with PVI, helping orient its teams and familiarize them with the robust, preconfigured IFRS 17 compliance engine.
"Combining the experience and expertise of three global market leaders, propelled by SAS' industry-proven analytics infrastructure, is a convincing concept that lives up to the expectations," said Kein Tuan Phung, Deputy CEO at PVI Holdings Vietnam. "With KPMG IFRS 17 Express – powered by SAS, we achieved the onboarding of a robust and traceable calculation engine and subledger for IFRS 17, with capabilities for ongoing tuning, in less than 12 weeks."
"It's hard to imagine a more powerful fusion of industry leadership and capabilities – SAS technology fueling the Allianz methodology and driven by KPMG's industry-forged know-how and processes," said Troy Haines, Senior Vice President of Risk Research and Quantitative Solutions at SAS. "As global insurers confront the most disruptive regulatory shift to ever affect the industry's financial reporting, KPMG IFRS 17 Express – powered by SAS is proving a potent and reliable solution for tackling IFRS 17 requirements in a highly compressed timeframe."
Advice from industry experts
As the clock ticks ever closer to IFRS 17's effective date for many insurers, pressure is mounting. Feeling the time crunch? Register to join the IFRS 17 Webcast Series on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 8:30 a.m. ET (2:30 p.m. CET) – and available later on demand – where experts from KPMG, Allianz and SAS will share tips on how to successfully navigate the path to compliance.
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Apple maintains prices on new iPhones despite inflation
CUPERTINO, Calif. (AP) — Apple’s latest line-up of iPhones will boast better cameras, faster processors, and a longer lasting battery — all at the same prices as last year’s models, despite inflationary pressure that has driven up the cost of many other everyday items.
That pricing decision, revealed Wednesday during Apple’s first in-person product event in three years, came as a mild surprise. Many analysts predicted Apple would ask its devout fans to pay as much as 15% more to help offset rising costs for many components.
The hoopla surrounding Apple’s new iPhone 14 models is part of a post-Labor Day ritual the company has staged annually for more than a decade. Wednesday’s event was held on the company’s Cupertino, California, campus at a theater named after company co-founder Steve Jobs. After Apple CEO Tim Cook strolled out on stage, most of the event consisted of pre-recorded video presentation that the company honed during previous events staged during the pandemic.
For several years, Apple’s new iPhones have mostly featured incremental upgrades to cameras and battery life, and this year’s models were no exception. Pricing for the standard iPhone 14 will start at $799; the deluxe iPhone 14 Pro Max will start at $1099.
Among the latest improvements is a 48-megapixel camera in the Pro and Pro Max models that the company said will produce especially crisp pictures. The iPhone 13 versions of the Pro and Pro Max have 12-megapixel cameras. This year’s high-end models will also have always-on displays that stay lit even when the device is locked, a feature that has long been available on many smartphones powered by Google’s Android software.
Beginning in November, the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max will be able to send SOS messages via a new satellite feature — a safety measure intended to let users request help when in remote areas without a wireless connection.
All the iPhone 14 models will include a motion senor capable of detecting serious car crashes and automatically connecting to emergency services.
With inflation still hovering at its highest level in 40 years, consumers have curbed their spending on many discretionary items. That’s likely contributing to a recent decline in smartphone sales, although the iPhone has fared far better than competing Android devices .
The dimming sales outlook prompted the research firm International Data Corp. to predict a worldwide decline in 2022 smartphone shipments of 6.5%, almost double the 3.5% decline it had estimated a few months ago. Despite that anticipated drop in sales, the average price for new smartphones is expected to finish this year about 6% higher than last year, IDC estimated.
Consumers have still been snapping up iPhones this year, even though Apple already charges among the industry’s highest prices. Apple sold an estimated 106 million iPhones through the first half of this year, an 8% increase from the same time last year, according to Canalys, another research firm.
Forrester analyst Thomas Husson hailed the new lineup for its faster chips, improved design and “some incremental innovative features.”
Apple shares edged up 1% in late afternoon trading.
The company’s Apple Watch Series 8, meanwhile, will include a new temperature sensor intended to help women retrospectively track their ovulation cycles in addition to the crash detection feature also debuting on the iPhone 14. The price for the latest Apple Watch, available in stores Sept. 16, will start at $399, the same as last year’s model.
In an effort to broaden the appeal of wearable technology, Apple is rolling out a Watch Ultra model designed to be more durable and offering a variety of special features tailored for hikers, scuba divers and other outdoor enthusiasts. The Watch Ultra, available in stores Sept. 23, will carry a premium price of $799.
CCI Insight analyst Leo Gebbie predicted that the Ultra will compete with existing sports watch brands like Garmin and some luxury Swiss watchmakers that market their products around extreme sports.
Apple also took the wraps off its next generation of wireless earbuds, the AirPods Pro 2, which will also maintain a starting price of $249.
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AP Business Writer Matt Ott contributed to this story from Washington, D.C.
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STAMFORD, Conn., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) (the "Company" or "Dorian LPG"), today updated its financial and operational outlook for the quarter ended June 30, 2022. The Company plans to issue a press release on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 prior to the market open, announcing its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Earnings Conference Call
A conference call to discuss the results will be held on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. ET. The conference call can be accessed live by dialing 1-855-327-6837, or for international callers, 1-631-891-4304, and requesting to be joined into the Dorian LPG call.
A live webcast of the conference call will also be available under the investor section at www.dorianlpg.com.
A replay will be available at 1:00 p.m. ET the same day and can be accessed by dialing 1-844-512-2921, or for international callers, 1-412-317-6671. The passcode for the replay is 10019922. The replay will be available until August 10, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Outlook for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2022
The following unaudited financial data for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, is preliminary and based on information available to the Company at this time. The financial data has been prepared by and is the responsibility of the Company's management and does not present all information necessary for an understanding of the Company's financial condition as of June 30, 2022, and its results of operations for the three months ended June 30, 2022. Based on information available to the Company at this time, the Company expects that for the quarter ending June 30, 2022:
The Company has not finalized its financial statement closing process for the quarter ended June 30, 2022. During the course of that process, the Company may identify items that would require it to make adjustments, which may be material to the information provided. As a result, the provided information constitutes forward-looking statements and is subject to risks and uncertainties, including possible adjustments to the preliminary results disclosed. Providing this information for this period does not constitute an obligation or intention to update this information for future time periods. Except as otherwise provided herein, capitalized terms used herein but not otherwise defined herein shall have the meanings set forth in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Reconciliation to Non-GAAP Financial Information
Time Charter Equivalent Revenues
TCE revenues are a shipping industry non-U.S. GAAP measure of the revenue performance of a vessel used primarily to compare period‑to‑period changes in a shipping company's performance despite changes in the mix of charter types (such as time charters, voyage charters) under which the vessels may be employed between the periods. The Company's method of calculating TCE revenues is to subtract voyage expenses from shipping revenues for the relevant time period, which may not be calculated the same by other companies.
TCE revenues are not a recognized measure under U.S. GAAP and should not be regarded as a substitute for revenues. The Company's presentation of TCE revenues does not imply, and should not be construed as an inference, that its future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for a measure of performance prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
The following table sets forth a reconciliation of revenues to TCE revenues (unaudited) for the period presented:
Forward-Looking & Other Cautionary Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements." Statements that are predictive in nature, that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, or that include words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "projects," "forecasts," "may," "will," "should" and similar expressions are forward-looking statements. These statements are not historical facts but instead represent only the Company's current expectations and observations regarding future results, many of which, by their nature are inherently uncertain and outside of the Company's control. Where the Company expresses an expectation or belief as to future events or results, such expectation or belief is expressed in good faith and believed to have a reasonable basis. However, the Company's forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors, which could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed, projected, or implied by those forward-looking statements. The Company's actual results may differ, possibly materially, from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors, including changes in the Company's financial resources and operational capabilities and as a result of certain other factors listed from time to time in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. For more information about risks and uncertainties associated with Dorian LPG's business, please refer to the "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and "Risk Factors" sections of Dorian LPG's SEC filings, including, but not limited to, its annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The Company does not assume any obligation to update the information contained in this press release.
About Dorian LPG Ltd.
Dorian is a leading owner and operator of 22 modern and ECO very large gas carriers ("VLGCs") and has offices in Stamford, Connecticut, USA; Copenhagen, Denmark; and Athens, Greece.
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BEAVERTON, Ore., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Digimarc Corporation (Nasdaq: DMRC) will hold a conference call on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (2:00 p.m. Pacific time) to discuss results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
Digimarc CEO Riley McCormack, CFO Charles Beck and CLO Joel Myer will host the call, and provide an update on the financial results, quarterly highlights and strategic priorities followed by a question-and-answer forum. The company will issue financial results in a press release before the call.
For an updated synopsis on Digimarc highlighting our technology and growth opportunities, view our Company Overview presentation on our Investor Relations page.
Q2 2022 Earnings Call:
Date: Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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About Digimarc
Digimarc is a global leader in product digitization, delivering business value across industries through unique identifiers and cloud-based solutions. A trusted partner in deterring digital counterfeiting of global currency for more than 20 years, Digimarc illuminates a product's journey to provide intelligence and promote a prosperous, safer, and more sustainable world. With Digimarc, you can finally see everything. And when you see everything, you can achieve anything. For more information, visit us at digimarc.com.
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BERLIN (AP) — More than 1,000 Lufthansa flights were canceled Wednesday because of a one-day strike by the airline’s German ground staff, affecting tens of thousands of passengers in the latest travel turmoil to hit Europe.
About 134,000 passengers had to change their travel plans or cancel them altogether. At least 47 connections were canceled Tuesday, German news agency dpa reported.
Lufthansa’s main hubs in Frankfurt and Munich were most affected, but flights were also canceled in Duesseldorf, Hamburg, Berlin, Bremen, Hannover, Stuttgart and Cologne.
The airline advised affected passengers not to go to airports because most service counters would be unstaffed. Airport terminals were unusually empty during the early morning hours, but people lined up at ticket counters later trying to find replacements for their canceled flights, dpa reported.
Many of the stranded passengers had arrived in Germany from abroad to find out that their connecting flights were grounded due to the walkout.
At Frankfurt airport, 725 of 1,160 scheduled flights were canceled for the day, according to a spokesperson for airport operator Fraport. Flights operated by other airlines, which are usually supported by Lufthansa ground staff, were also affected, dpa reported.
Flights operated by Lufthansa Group companies such as Swiss International Air Lines, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and Italian regional airline Air Dolomiti were also canceled. In addition, planes from Croatia Airlines, United Airlines, Air Canada and Poland’s LOT were unable to take off, dpa reported.
The ver.di service workers’ union announced the strike Monday as it seeks to raise pressure on Lufthansa in pay negotiations for about 20,000 employees of logistical, technical and cargo divisions of the airline.
“Lufthansa did not make an adequate offer in the first two rounds” of negotiations, a union spokesperson, Dennis Dacke, said Wednesday.
“It is time for the employees to express their opinion now before the third round of negotiations,” Dacke said. “This is a ‘warning strike,’ and the effects are visible. We hope that Lufthansa will not provoke another one in the future.”
Lufthansa spokesperson Martin Leutke criticized the strikes as harmful.
“People who wanted to travel, who planned vacations for a long time, who waited for vacations, had these vacation dreams unfortunately postponed … maybe even destroyed by the strike,” Leutke told reporters in Frankfurt. “This strike is completely unnecessary. It is also completely exaggerated.”
Airports in Germany and across Europe were already seeing disruption and long lines for security checks because of staff shortages and soaring travel demand.
As inflation soars, strikes for higher pay by airport crews in France and Scandinavian Airlines pilots in Sweden, Norway and Denmark have deepened the disruption. Travelers have faced last-minute cancellations, lengthy delays, lost luggage or long waits for bags in airports across Europe.
Travel is booming this summer after two years of COVID-19 restrictions, swamping airlines and airports that don’t have enough workers after pandemic-era layoffs. Airports like London’s Heathrow and Amsterdam’s Schiphol have limited daily flights or passenger numbers.
The Lufthansa strike started Wednesday at 3:45 a.m. local time and is set to end Thursday at 6 a.m.
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NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Verrica Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (""Verrica or the "Company") (NASDAQ: VRCA). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Verrica and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
In December 2020, Verrica submitted its New Drug Application ("NDA") to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") seeking regulatory approval of VP-102 for the treatment of molluscum. Then, on September 20, 2021, after the market closed, Verrica announced receipt of a Complete Response Letter ("CRL") due to deficiencies at a facility of Verrica's contract manufacturer in connection with the Company's NDA.
On this news, the Company's stock price fell $1.00 per share, or 8.3%, to close at $11.03 per share on September 21, 2021.
In November 2021, Verrica resubmitted the NDA for VP -102, claiming "[t]he resubmission addresses the successful resolution of inspection deficiencies" at the manufacturing facility. Finally, on May 24, 2022, after the market closed, Verrica announced receipt of another Complete Response Letter regarding the VP-102 NDA citing "deficiencies identified during a general reinspection of Sterling Pharmaceuticals Services, LLC (Sterling), the contract manufacturing organization (CMO) that manufacture's Verrica's bulk solution drug product."
On this news, Verrica's stock price fell $3.55 per share, or 63.8%, to close at $2.01 per share on May 25, 2022.
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- CHMP positive opinion is based on results from the Phase 3 SELECT-AXIS 2 study showing upadacitinib (RINVOQ®) met the primary endpoint of ASAS40 response at week 14 versus placebo1
- Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) is part of the axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) spectrum and causes inflammation in the spine, leading to back pain and stiffness2,3,4
- The EC decision is expected in the third quarter of 2022
NORTH CHICAGO, Ill., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) today announced the European Medicines Agency's (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommended the approval of upadacitinib (RINVOQ® 15 mg, once daily) for the treatment of active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr‑axSpA) in adult patients with objective signs of inflammation as indicated by elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) and/or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), who have responded inadequately to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).*
"Patients with axSpA often experience delayed diagnosis and once they do receive a diagnosis, there are limited therapies available to help control disease symptoms, such as inflammation, back pain and stiffness," said Neil Gallagher, M.D., Ph.D., vice president, development, chief medical officer, AbbVie. "The CHMP's recommendation to approve upadacitinib for patients with nr-axSpA is an important milestone in providing a new treatment option to patients in need."
The CHMP positive opinion is a scientific recommendation for marketing authorization to the European Commission (EC), which will review it and issue a Commission decision that will be valid in all member states of the European Union (EU), as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Northern Ireland and Norway.
AbbVie's application for the approval of upadacitinib in nr-axSpA is supported by results from the Phase 3 SELECT-AXIS 2 study, for which AbbVie disclosed topline results in 2021. In the Phase 3 clinical study, the SELECT-AXIS 2 nr-axSpA study met the primary endpoint of Assessment of SpondyloArthritis international Society 40 percent response criteria (ASAS40), and the first 12 of 14 ranked secondary endpoints.1 Safety data were previously reported with no new risks identified compared to the known safety profile of upadacitinib.1
Upadacitinib is currently approved for use in the EU in patients with moderate to severe active rheumatoid arthritis, active psoriatic arthritis, active ankylosing spondylitis, and moderate to severe atopic dermatitis.5
The use of upadacitinib in nr-axSpA is not approved in the U.S. or EU. Its efficacy and safety remain under review.
About the SELECT-AXIS 2 program
SELECT-AXIS 2 (NCT04169373) was conducted under a master protocol and includes two separate studies (SELECT-AXIS 2 AS (bDMARD-IR) study, or Study 1 and SELECT-AXIS 2 nr-axSpA study, or Study 2).
More information on the SELECT-AXIS 2 program is available at https://www.clinicaltrialsregister.eu/ (2019-003229-12) in the EU, and at www.clinicaltrials.gov (NCT04169373) in the U.S.
Study 1: SELECT-AXIS 2 AS (bDMARD-IR) study6
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 3 trial, which evaluated the efficacy and safety of upadacitinib compared with placebo, in 420 patients with a clinical diagnosis of AS who fulfilled the modified New York criteria, had BASDAI score ≥4 and total back pain score ≥4 (based on a numerical scale of 0-10), and had an inadequate response to bDMARD therapy.
Study 2: SELECT-AXIS 2 nr-axSpA study1
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, Phase 3 trial which evaluated the efficacy and safety of upadacitinib compared with placebo, in 314 patients with a clinical diagnosis of nr-axSpA. Patients enrolled in the study had active signs of inflammation as indicated by MRI + sacroiliac joint inflammation, and/or high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) >upper limit of normal (2.87 mg/L) at screening, and who had BASDAI score ≥4 and a total back pain score ≥4 (based on a numerical scale of 0-10).
About Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA)
Axial spondyloarthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the spine, causing back pain, limited mobility, and structural damage.4 It consists of two subsets that have been clinically defined as radiographic axial SpA (ankylosing spondylitis) and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA).4 In ankylosing spondylitis, patients have definitive structural damage of the sacroiliac joints visible on X-rays.4 Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis is clinically defined by the absence of definitive X-ray evidence of structural damage to the sacroiliac joint by plain X-ray.4
About RINVOQ® (upadacitinib)5
Discovered and developed by AbbVie scientists, RINVOQ is a selective JAK inhibitor that is being studied in several immune-mediated inflammatory diseases. In human cellular assays, RINVOQ preferentially inhibits signaling by JAK1 or JAK1/3 with functional selectivity over cytokine receptors that signal via pairs of JAK2.5
In the EU, RINVOQ is approved for the treatment of adults with moderate to severe active rheumatoid arthritis who have responded inadequately to, or who are intolerant to one or more disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs; for the treatment of active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) in adult patients who have responded inadequately to, or who are intolerant to one or more DMARDs; for the treatment of active ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in adult patients who have responded inadequately to conventional therapy; and for adults (15 mg and 30 mg) and adolescents (15 mg) with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis.5
Phase 3 trials of RINVOQ in axial spondyloarthritis, Crohn's disease, giant cell arteritis and Takayasu arteritis are ongoing.7,8,9,10 Use of RINVOQ in nr-axSpA is not approved and remains under review by regulatory authorities.
EU Indications and Important Safety Information about RINVOQ® (upadacitinib)5
Indications
Rheumatoid arthritis
RINVOQ is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe active rheumatoid arthritis in adult patients who have responded inadequately to, or who are intolerant to one or more disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs). RINVOQ may be used as monotherapy or in combination with methotrexate.
Psoriatic arthritis
RINVOQ is indicated for the treatment of active psoriatic arthritis in adult patients who have responded inadequately to, or who are intolerant to one or more DMARDs. RINVOQ may be used as monotherapy or in combination with methotrexate.
Ankylosing spondylitis
RINVOQ is indicated for the treatment of active ankylosing spondylitis in adult patients who have responded inadequately to conventional therapy.
Atopic dermatitis
RINVOQ is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults and adolescents 12 years and older who are candidates for systemic therapy.
Important Safety Information
Contraindications
RINVOQ is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to the active substance or to any of the excipients, in patients with active tuberculosis (TB) or active serious infections, in patients with severe hepatic impairment, and during pregnancy.
Special warnings and precautions for use
Immunosuppressive medicinal products
Use in combination with other potent immunosuppressants is not recommended.
Serious infections
Serious and sometimes fatal infections have been reported in patients receiving upadacitinib. The most frequent serious infections reported included pneumonia and cellulitis. Cases of bacterial meningitis have been reported. Among opportunistic infections, TB, multidermatomal herpes zoster, oral/esophageal candidiasis, and cryptococcosis have been reported with upadacitinib. As there is a higher incidence of infections in patients ≥65 years of age, caution should be used when treating this population.
Viral reactivation
Viral reactivation, including cases of herpes zoster, was reported in clinical studies. The risk of herpes zoster appears to be higher in Japanese patients treated with upadacitinib.
Vaccinations
The use of live, attenuated vaccines during or immediately prior to therapy is not recommended. It is recommended that patients be brought up to date with all immunizations, including prophylactic zoster vaccinations, prior to initiating upadacitinib, in agreement with current immunization guidelines.
Malignancy
The risk of malignancies, including lymphoma is increased in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Malignancies, including nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC), have been reported in patients treated with upadacitinib. Consider the risks and benefits of upadacitinib treatment prior to initiating therapy in patients with a known malignancy other than a successfully treated NMSC or when considering continuing upadacitinib therapy in patients who develop a malignancy.
Hematological abnormalities
Treatment should not be initiated, or should be temporarily interrupted, in patients with hematological abnormalities observed during routine patient management.
Diverticulitis
Upadacitinib should be used with caution in patients with diverticular disease and especially in patients chronically treated with concomitant medications associated with an increased risk of diverticulitis.
Cardiovascular risk
RA patients have an increased risk for cardiovascular disorders. Patients treated with upadacitinib should have risk factors (e.g., hypertension, hyperlipidemia) managed as part of usual standard of care.
Lipids
Upadacitinib treatment was associated with dose-dependent increases in lipid parameters, including total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol.
Hepatic transaminase elevations
Treatment with upadacitinib was associated with an increased incidence of liver enzyme elevation compared to placebo.
Venous thromboembolisms
Events of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) have been reported in patients receiving JAK inhibitors, including upadacitinib. Upadacitinib should be used with caution in patients at high risk for DVT/PE.
Adverse reactions
The most commonly reported adverse reactions in rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis clinical trials (≥2% of patients in at least one of the indications) with upadacitinib 15 mg were upper respiratory tract infections, blood creatine phosphokinase (CPK) increased, alanine transaminase (ALT) increased, bronchitis, nausea, cough, aspartate transaminase (AST) increased, and hypercholesterolemia.
The most commonly reported adverse reactions in atopic dermatitis trials (≥2% of patients) with upadacitinib 15 mg or 30 mg were upper respiratory tract infection, acne, herpes simplex, headache, CPK increased, cough, folliculitis, abdominal pain, nausea, neutropenia, pyrexia, and influenza. The most common serious adverse reactions were serious infections.
The safety profile of upadacitinib with long term treatment was generally similar to the safety profile during the placebo-controlled period across indications.
Overall, the safety profile observed in patients with psoriatic arthritis or active ankylosing spondylitis treated with upadacitinib 15 mg was consistent with the safety profile observed in patients with RA. In atopic dermatitis, dose-dependent increased risks of infection and herpes zoster were observed with upadacitinib. Based on limited data, there was a higher rate of overall adverse reactions with the upadacitinib 30 mg dose compared to the 15 mg dose in patients aged 65 years and older.
The safety profile for upadacitinib 15 mg in adolescents was similar to that in adults. The safety and efficacy of the 30 mg dose in adolescents are still being investigated. Dose-dependent changes in ALT increased and/or AST increased (≥ 3 x ULN), lipid parameters, CPK values (> 5 x ULN), and neutropenia (ANC < 1 x 109 cells/L) associated with upadacitinib treatment were similar to what was observed in the rheumatologic disease clinical studies.
This is not a complete summary of all safety information.
See RINVOQ full summary of product characteristics (SmPC) at www.ema.europa.eu/en.
Globally, prescribing information varies; refer to the individual country product label for complete information.
About AbbVie in Rheumatology
For more than 20 years, AbbVie has been dedicated to improving care for people living with rheumatic diseases. Our longstanding commitment to discovering and delivering transformative therapies is underscored by our pursuit of cutting-edge science that improves our understanding of promising new pathways and targets in order to help more people living with rheumatic diseases reach their treatment goals. For more information on AbbVie in rheumatology, visit https://www.abbvie.com/our-science/therapeutic-focus-areas/immunology/immunology-focus-areas/rheumatology.html.
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Forward-Looking Statements
Some statements in this news release are, or may be considered, forward-looking statements for purposes of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project" and similar expressions, among others, generally identify forward-looking statements. AbbVie cautions that these forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, failure to realize the expected benefits from AbbVie's acquisition of Allergan plc ("Allergan"), failure to promptly and effectively integrate Allergan's businesses, competition from other products, challenges to intellectual property, difficulties inherent in the research and development process, adverse litigation or government action, changes to laws and regulations applicable to our industry and the impact of public health outbreaks, epidemics or pandemics, such as COVID-19. Additional information about the economic, competitive, governmental, technological and other factors that may affect AbbVie's operations is set forth in Item 1A, "Risk Factors," of AbbVie's 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K, which has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as updated by its subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. AbbVie undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to forward-looking statements as a result of subsequent events or developments, except as required by law.
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Louisiana governor slams bill that could jail women for abortion
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards, a Democrat with a history of opposing abortion rights, came out Wednesday emphatically against legislation that could subject women to prosecution and prison for getting abortions.
Edwards told a Baton Rouge civic club he would veto a measure by Rep. Danny McCormick, an Oil City Republican, according to news outlets.
Later, he issued a statement calling the bill “anti-woman.” He called it “patently unconstitutional” and said it would criminalize some types of contraception and parts of the in vitro fertilization process.
McCormick’s bill, set for debate in the state House on Thursday, was introduced in March. But it got its first legislative hearing last week, less than two days after the leak of a draft U.S. Supreme Court opinion indicating the high court is preparing to overturn decisions upholding a constitutional right to abortion.
It makes abortion a crime of homicide for which a woman ending her pregnancy could be charged, along with anyone helping her. It also declares that any federal law, regulation or court ruling that allows abortion is void and that any judge who blocks enforcement of the bill’s provisions could be impeached.
“In addition to the fact that this legislation is patently unconstitutional, this bill would criminalize the use of certain types of contraception, as well as parts of the in vitro fertilization process, and it could even serve as a barrier to life-saving medical treatment for a woman who is suffering a miscarriage,” Edwards said. “To suggest that a woman would be jailed for an abortion is simply absurd.”
In addition to the anti-abortion governor, the bill has also drawn opposition from the anti-abortion organization Louisiana Right to Life, as well as numerous groups supporting abortion rights.
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NEW YORK, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN).
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Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until May 6, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
Documents issued in connection with the initial public offering contained representations that were materially inaccurate, misleading, and/or incomplete because they failed to disclose, among other things, that the R1T electric pickup truck and R1S electric SUV were underpriced to such a degree that Rivian would have to raise prices shortly after the IPO and that these price increases would tarnish Rivian's reputation as a trustworthy and transparent company and would put a significant number of the existing backlog of 55,400 preorders, along with future preorders, in jeopardy of cancellation.
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Ginni Thomas’ emails deepen her involvement in 2020 election
WASHINGTON (AP) — Virginia “Ginni” Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and a conservative political activist, urged Republican lawmakers in Arizona after the 2020 presidential election to choose their own slate of electors, arguing that results giving Joe Biden a victory in the state were marred by fraud.
The revelations first published by The Washington Post on Friday show that Thomas was more involved than previously known in efforts, based on unsubstantiated claims of fraud, to overturn Biden’s victory and keep then-President Donald Trump in office.
In the days after The Associated Press and other news organizations called the presidential election for Biden, Thomas emailed two lawmakers in Arizona to urge them to choose “a clean slate of Electors” and “stand strong in the face of political and media pressure.” The AP obtained the emails under the state’s open records law.
Thomas also had written to then-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows in the weeks following the election encouraging him to work to overturn Biden’s victory and keep Trump in office, according to text messages first reported by the Post and CBS News.
Thomas was a staunch Trump supporter who acknowledged she attended the Jan. 6 “Stop the Steal” rally on the Ellipse but left before Trump spoke and his supporters later stormed the Capitol.
She has been critical of the ongoing congressional investigation into the Jan. 6 violence, including signing onto a letter to House Republicans calling for the expulsion of Reps. Liz Cheney of Wyoming and Adam Kinzinger of Illinois from the GOP conference for joining the Jan. 6 congressional committee.
Justice Thomas, meanwhile, has taken part in the court’s consideration of lawsuits challenging the election results. The court turned away every challenge without a hearing, though Thomas was among three conservative justices who said cases from Pennsylvania should be heard. In February 2021, Thomas called the cases an “ideal opportunity” to address an important question whether state lawmakers or state courts get the last word about the manner in which federal elections are carried out.
In January, Thomas was the lone member of the court who supported a bid by Trump to withhold documents from the Jan 6. committee. The documents were held by the National Archives and Records Administration and included presidential diaries, visitor logs, speech drafts and handwritten notes dealing with Jan. 6 from Meadows’ files.
Thomas did not immediately respond to a request for comment, made to the court Friday.
Democratic lawmakers have called on Thomas to step aside from election-related cases, but he has given no indication he intends to do so.
The latest disclosure comes at a time when Chief Justice John Roberts has ordered an internal investigation into the leaking of a draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade, in one of the court’s most prominent cases in decades, and opinion polls have shown a loss of public confidence in the institution.
Thomas was referencing the leaked opinion at a conference in Dallas last week when he talked about the damage to the court. “I wonder how long we’re going to have these institutions at the rate we’re undermining them.”
Ginni Thomas has said she and the justice keep their work separate. “Like so many married couples, we share many of the same ideals, principles, and aspirations for America. But we have our own separate careers, and our own ideas and opinions too. Clarence doesn’t discuss his work with me, and I don’t involve him in my work,” Thomas told the Washington Free Beacon in an interview published in March.
Thomas sent emails to Arizona House Speaker Rusty Bowers and Rep. Shawnna Bolick, who this year is running for Arizona secretary of state. That would make her the top elections administrator in Arizona.
She wrote them again on Dec. 13, the day before electors met in state capitols around the country to formally cast their votes for president.
“As state lawmakers, you have the Constitutional power and authority to protect the integrity of our elections — and we need you to exercise that power now!” the email said. “Never before in our nation’s history have our elections been so threatened by fraud and unconstitutional procedures.”
Bowers dismissed the idea of replacing Arizona’s electors shortly after the election. The following year, Bolick introduced a bill that would have allowed the Legislature to overturn any presidential election results for any reason, and replace the electors.
Bolick has said her legislation would have made the process more bipartisan by requiring a two-thirds vote, but the text of the proposal calls for a simple majority. In any event, Bowers essentially killed the legislation before it ever came to a vote.
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Associated Press writer Bob Christie contributed to this report from Phoenix. Cooper also reported from Phoenix.
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NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Mullen Automotive, Inc. f/k/a Net Element, Inc. ("Mullen" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MULN; NETE) and certain of its officers. The class action, filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California, and docketed under 22-cv-00976, is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired publicly traded Mullen securities between June 15, 2020 and April 6, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). Plaintiff seeks to recover compensable damages caused by Defendants' violations of the federal securities laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act").
If you are a shareholder who purchased or otherwise acquired Mullen securities during the Class Period, you have until July 5, 2022 to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com. To discuss this action, contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888.476.6529 (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
Mullen purports to be an electronic vehicle ("EV") manufacturer. On November 5, 2021, Mullen Technologies, Inc. underwent a merger with and into Net Element, Inc., and the Company changed its name to Mullen Automotive, Inc..
The complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and compliance policies. Specifically, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Mullen overstates its ability and timeline regarding production; (2) Mullen overstates its deals with business partners, including Qiantu; (3) Mullen overstates its battery technology and capabilities; (4) Mullen overstates its ability to sell its branded products; (5) Net Element did not conduct proper due diligence into Mullen Technologies; (6) the Dragonfly K50 was not (solely) delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic; and (7) as a result, Defendants' public statements were materially false and/or misleading at all relevant times.
On April 6, 2022, during trading hours, market analyst Hindenburg Research released a report regarding the Company entitled "Mullen Automotive: Yet Another Fast Talking EV Hustle" which detailed several alleged issues with the Company.
On this news, Mullen's stock price fell $0.27 per share, or 10%, to close at $2.38 per share on April 7, 2022, on unusually heavy trading volume, damaging investors.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com
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SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — A jury on Thursday convicted former Theranos executive Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani of collaborating with disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes in a massive fraud involving the blood-testing company that once enthralled Silicon Valley.
The 12 jurors found Balwani guilty on all 12 felony counts of defrauding both Theranos investors and the patients who relied on wildly unreliable blood tests that could have jeopardized their health.
Balwani sat impassively as the verdicts were read in a San Jose, California, court, blinking frequently but rarely looking at the seven women and five men who convicted him.
The outcome puts Balwani and Holmes in similar situations. Holmes was convicted on four counts of investor fraud and conspiracy earlier this year. During that trial, Holmes tearfully accused Balwani of sexually and emotionally abusing her while the two were romantically involved. An attorney for Balwani has vehemently denied those charges.
Both Holmes, 38, and Balwani, 57, face up to 20 years in prison.
After the verdicts, U.S. District Judge Edward Davila raised Balwani’s bail to $750,000 from $500,000 and set Nov. 15 as his sentencing date. Holmes, who is free on $500,000 bail, is scheduled to be sentenced Sept. 26.
The dual convictions represent a resounding victory for federal prosecutors, who seized on the Theranos case as a rare opportunity to hold ambitious entrepreneurs accountable for engaging in technological hyperbole while pursuing fame and fortune. In the process, they hoped to discourage the practice of making bold and unproven promises about still-nascent products — a startup strategy known as “fake it until you make it.”
“We are gratified by the jury’s hard work and attentiveness to the evidence presented. We appreciate the verdict and look forward to the sentencing proceedings,” U.S. Attorney Stephanie Hinds said outside the courthouse.
Balwani didn’t respond to requests for comment as he left court with his legal team.
After the verdicts were read and the jury was dismissed, Balwani walked over to his two brothers who were sitting behind him for what appeared to be a solemn discussion. The three stood quietly, heads bowed.
While Holmes insinuated during her trial that Balwani manipulated her into making poor choices, Balwani’s lawyers explicitly sought to shift all the blame for any misconduct squarely on Holmes.
As part of Balwani’s defense, the lawyers pointed out that Holmes was not only CEO, but also a Silicon Valley star who persuaded investors to pour nearly $1 billion into Theranos. Holmes boasted that her company had found a way to scan for hundreds of potential diseases with a device called the Edison that could test just a few drops of blood taken with a finger prick. Such technology could potentially revolutionize healthcare.
But it turned out that the Edison never worked properly, providing faulty test results that Theranos conducted as part of a deal to set up mini labs in Walgreen’s pharmacies. The flaws in Theranos’ vaunted technology prompted Holmes and Balwani to shift their testing to conventional machines made by other vendors and while drawing vials of blood from patients’ veins — a far cry from Holmes’ promises.
After committing about $15 million of his own money to bolster Theranos and then becoming the company’s chief operating officer in 2010, Balwani eventually oversaw the blood-testing lab that was delivering the inaccurate results and supervised the Walgreen’s deal. That crucial detail may have influenced the jury to convict him of defrauding patients while another jury acquitted Holmes on the same charges.
Balwani also prepared many of the projections about Theranos’ future revenue that helped the company raise money from investors Those forecasts proved to be grossly exaggerated.
Unlike Holmes, who spent seven days on the witness stand during her trial, Balwani didn’t testify in his own defense. After Holmes’ trial, jurors who were interviewed by the media said they found her to be likeable if not entirely credible.
“The reason he didn’t testify is probably because he knows he doesn’t have Elizabeth’s charisma,” said Jill Huntley Taylor, a longtime jury consultant who also assists with trial strategy.
Balwani’s decision not to tell his side of the story left jurors to make their decision based solely on the evidence, which included testimony from witnesses who depicted him as an often abrasive executive.
“Just because the jurors didn’t hear from Balwani didn’t mean they couldn’t form opinions of him,” Huntley Taylor said.
Balwani’s defense mirrored Holmes’s in one key aspect: Both depicted the pair as tireless workers who believed so deeply in Theranos’ technology that they never sold their respective stakes in the Palo Alto, California, company. At one point in 2014, Holmes’ fortune was estimated at $4.5 billion while Balwani’s Theranos holdings were valued at $500 million.
But everything began to unravel in late 2015 after a series of explosive articles in The Wall Street Journal exposed rampant problems with Theranos’ technology. By May 2016, Holmes had dumped Balwani as her business and romantic partner. Holmes is now the mother of an infant son fathered by her current partner, Billy Evans, who was by her side through most of her trial. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/former-theranos-exec-ramesh-balwani-found-guilty-of-fraud/ | 2022-07-08T07:12:26Z |
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