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LambdaTest, through this grant, looks to support open-source innovation in software testing frameworks and toolsets that will positively impact the larger community
SAN FRANCISCO , Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LambdaTest, the leading continuous quality testing cloud platform, has announced a $250,000 grant for open-source developers who are working on testing frameworks and tools. Through this grant, LambdaTest looks to support deep-rooted innovation that will push the envelope for the entire QA and Testing community.
"We are excited to announce LambdaTest's open source grant worth $250,000. This is one of the many key initiatives that we want to take to support innovation in the testing space. The software industry is all about solving problems together and then sharing it with the world.," said Maneesh Sharma, COO, LambdaTest. "At LambdaTest, we truly believe there is a lot of innovation our open source and testing community can drive. Through the grant, we hope to trigger discussions, provide feedback, and share learnings to push our testing community forward. We are already running Selenium, Playwright, and Appium certifications to skill the community. We hope a grant like this will be pivotal in creating game-changing testing stacks that will solve today's and future problems."
Open source developers who are working on projects on testing frameworks and tools and have made significant contributions or are a maintainer of at least one open-source testing project can apply for the grant. They should also have a GitHub profile detailing their experience and outlining their contributions to open source projects and the community. As part of applying for the grant, applicants should outline how the grant will help their project or community.
LambdaTest has also created a GitHub Collection on Open Source Testing Frameworks and Tools for the community to reference. The company also supports open source projects with their testing needs by providing free product licenses, including to the core browser and mobile app testing platform and HyperExecute, an IP-led smart test orchestration platform. To learn more about LambdaTest's open source program and grant, interested applicants can visit https://www.lambdatest.com/open-source-grants.
About LambdaTest
LambdaTest is a continuous quality testing cloud platform that helps developers and testers ship code faster. Over 7000+ customers, and 1+ million users across 130+ countries rely on LambdaTest for their testing needs.
LambdaTest platform provides secure, scalable, and insightful test orchestration for customers at different points in their DevOps (CI/CD) lifecycle:-
- Browser & App Testing Cloud allows users to run both manual and automated tests of web and mobile apps across 3000+ different browsers, real devices, and operating system environments.
- HyperExecute helps customers run and orchestrate test grids in the cloud for any platform and programming language at blazing fast speeds to cut down on quality test time, helping developers build software faster.
For more information, please visit, https://lambdatest.com
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America's leading rice company modernizes and simplifies packaging of popular convenience rice brand
HOUSTON, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Riviana Foods Inc., America's leading rice company, unveiled today a new look for its Success Rice packaging for the brand's hero products. Consumers can now see updated packaging for the brand's White Rice, Brown Rice, Quinoa, Jasmine Rice and Basmati Rice.
Success Rice, known for its pre-portioned, BPA-free boil-in-bags that are ready in just 10 minutes and offer a no measure, no mess solution to cooking, wanted the high-quality rice and quinoa to be at the forefront of the packaging. The brand modernized and simplified the overall look with consistent vibrant colors and updated messaging.
Updated messaging includes an emphasis on "Just One Ingredient" to more clearly communicate the products have no added flavors or preservatives and are made simply with one ingredient: rice or quinoa. Other critical messaging includes the How2Recycle information for the box and bag. Just like the brand's ethos of convenience, Success Rice wanted to make it easy for consumers to know how and where to recycle their packaging.
"This is the next evolution of the Success Rice brand," said Erica Larson, Senior Brand Manager at Riviana Foods. "The updated packaging reflects Success Rice's commitment to safeguarding our environment and ensuring high-quality products for our consumers."
Success Rice is available nationwide at major retailers such as Walmart and Amazon, as well as popular grocery chains such as Ahold Delhaize, Kroger, Publix, Albertson's Banners, HEB, Wakefern and more.
For more information about the brand, visit SuccessRice.com.
About Riviana Foods Inc. and Success®
Riviana Foods Inc. is the largest processor, marketer and distributor of branded and private label rice products in the United States. The Riviana family of well-known brands includes Minute®, Success®, Mahatma®, Carolina®, Comet®, Adolphus®, Blue Ribbon®, RiceSelect® and Gourmet House®. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Riviana is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., a leading Spanish food company.
The Success product line includes traditional White Rice, Whole Grain Brown Rice, protein-packed Quinoa and aromatic rice varieties such as Thai Jasmine and Basmati Rice, as well as Success Garden & Grains™ Blends. Join the Success® community online at www.successrice.com. Also, follow @SuccessRice on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram.
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New Handmade Sunglasses Brand / Label Champions Creativity
NEW YORK , May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Exquisitely handcrafted with an artist's attention to detail, Les Monts – a producer of limited-edition handmade eyewear – premiered its Series I collection in April 2022. Founded by former Ted Baker eyewear designer Casey Klugman, Les Monts champions creatives in all fields, celebrating those who dive fearlessly into their endeavors. As part of the brand's mission to support conversations on the subject of mental health, Les Monts will partner with Mental Health America (MHA) to donate a portion of annual revenue to the organization. The exciting new label launched on April 20th, 2022.
Les Monts – French for "the mountains", pays homage to Klugman's European heritage as well as his own journey as an artist. Klugman says, "mountains are symbolic of the uphill journey creative individuals will endure when going for what they love. They also serve as a reminder that good things, like a journey towards a personal goal or the production of our handmade goods themselves, take time to develop. And, while the journey to reach that goal may prove fickle, there is often great value to be found at the finish line." The collection is manufactured in Northern Italy, where Les Monts collaborates with one of the region's most revered manufacturers. The new label will be known for its use of resplendent materials, high-gloss finishes, and exaggerated frame profiles; all gracefully executed using traditional craftsmanship practices. The exclusive collection of micro-production sunglasses has four drops planned for 2022, with several more expected in 2023.
While focused on delivering masterful spectacles as distinguished as the creative society it represents, Les Monts has an important secondary mission. The company is partnering with Mental Health America, the nation's leading mental health non-profit organization, to generate conversation on the topic of mental health. Each year Les Monts will donate a percentage of annual revenue to Mental Health America (MHA) in support of their continued efforts to promote mental health for all.
Casey Klugman, Creative Director and Founder of Les Monts, revealed: "I'm thrilled to launch Les Monts as a luxury brand with purpose. While offering world-class spectacles is our primary goal, we're proud of our commitment to give back to the community. Our partnership with Mental Health America is as important to our brand as anything else. My hope is that Les Monts can transcend traditional brand ideologies, and become a beacon of optimism that inspires."
Les Monts' Series I retails from $375.00 to $415.00 and features six unisex styles, each available in two to three unique colorways. The collection is now available exclusively on www.lesmonts.com.
More information on Les Monts can be found on Instagram: @Les_monts.
About Les Monts
Founded in 2022, Les Monts is a luxury sunglasses brand, made with an artist's attention to detail. Born from fearless creativity and fine craftsmanship, the brand champions creatives in all fields, celebrating those who dive fearlessly into their endeavors. The handmade collection, known for its warmth and use of rich materials, is designed in New York City and handmade in Italy. Each limited-edition spectacle is created to go beyond its pragmatic purpose, providing courage and meaning to those who view the world through its lens. The company is privately held. To learn more about Les Monts, please visit www.lesmonts.com.
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ZURICH, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange
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Colorado state Sen. Kevin Priola announced on Monday he is switching to the Democratic Party, saying he could not “in good conscience” be silent about Republicans who baselessly cast doubt on the validity of the 2020 election and the existence of climate change.
Priola, a moderate who served four terms in the Colorado House before arriving in the state Senate in 2017, said the GOP has changed since the presidencies of Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan, and he had hoped the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol would cause Republicans to distance themselves from former President Trump.
“Our political affiliations have become too tribal and too much of a litmus test,” he wrote in an open letter posted to his Twitter account.
“I’ve almost been an independent thinker and sometimes buck the conventional wisdom of my party, and I don’t plan to change that,” he added. “I do not believe either party has a monopoly on the truth.”
Democrats previously held 20 of the state Senate’s 35 seats, meaning Priola’s party change won’t affect the control of the chamber and will only further cement Democrats’ majority.
But Priola said his ideological views hadn’t shifted, and he continues to hold conservative views on issues such as abortion, school choice and gun control.
“To be clear, I will not be changing the way I vote on legislation,” he wrote. “I just simply will now cast my votes with a D next to my name instead of an R.”
Priola said he no longer wants to be affiliated with the Republican Party after Jan. 6, also commending in his letter Republicans who have broken with Trump’s position on the riots, including former Vice President Pence, Sen. Mitt Romney (Utah) and Reps. Liz Cheney (Wyo.) and Adam Kinzinger (Ill.).
In the wake of the Capitol insurrection, Priola told Colorado Politics that he supported removing Trump from office through the 25th Amendment. He also was the sole Republican to vote with Democrats to call on Congress to pass federal voting rights legislation the same month, Denver7 News reported.
“I cannot continue to be a part of a political party that is okay with a violent attempt to overturn a free and fair election and continues to peddle claims that the 2020 election was stolen,” Priola said.
He also took aim at Republicans’ position on climate change, calling the issue a crisis and an existential threat. Priola noted that Nixon, a Republican, signed legislation as president establishing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
“Today, my Republican colleagues would rather deny the existence of human-caused climate change than take action,” he said. “I increasingly believe this inaction is counter to our responsibility as political leaders.”
Colorado GOP Chairwoman Kristi Burton Brown said in a pair of tweets that Priola has “finally made the move to the party he’s consistently voted with.”
“After lying to his constituents, routinely voting for tax increases, & hurting the working families of his district, he’s now admitted his true affiliation: a pro tax-increase Democrat,” she continued. “It’s clear that Priola has selfishly chosen to make himself the story at the expense of Coloradans he was elected to fight for. He will regret this decision when he is in the minority come January 2023.”
Colorado state Senate President Steve Fenberg (D) celebrated Priola’s decision in a statement, saying the lawmaker chose his constituents over partisan politics.
“Where we’ve had disagreements with Senator Priola in the past, we have always maintained a respectful dialogue,” Fenberg said. “That conversation will continue, only now we will be engaging him as a member of the Democratic Party.” | https://cw33.com/hill-politics/moderate-colorado-republican-switches-parties-citing-stolen-election-claims/ | 2022-08-22T20:53:52Z |
MOSCOW (AP) — Since Brittney Griner last appeared in her trial for cannabis possession, the question of her fate has expanded from a tiny, cramped courtroom on Moscow’s outskirts to the highest level of Russia-U.S. diplomacy.
The WNBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist returns to court on Tuesday, a month after the beginning of the trial in which she could face 10 years in prison if convicted. As the trial has progressed, the Biden administration has faced rising calls for action to win her release.
In an extraordinary move, Secretary of State Antony Blinken last week spoke to his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, urging him to accept a deal under which Griner and Paul Whelan, an American imprisoned in Russia on an espionage conviction, would go free.
Although details of the offer remain shrouded, Blinken’s public announcement of a proposal was at odds with the convention of keeping prisoner-release negotiations tightly under wraps. When American Trevor Reed, serving time for assaulting a police officer, was freed in April in exchange for a Russian drug trafficker, no clues of an imminent swap had emerged.
The Lavrov-Blinken call also was the highest-level known contact between Washington and Moscow since Russia sent troops into Ukraine more than five months ago. The direct outreach risks undermining a core message to U.S. allies that isolating Russia could force the eventual withdrawal of troops from Ukraine.
It also underlines the public pressure that the White House has faced to get Griner released, which has brought some backlash. Former President Donald Trump strongly criticized the proposal that people familiar with it have said envisions trading Griner and Whelan for the notorious arms trader Viktor Bout.
“He’s absolutely one of the worst in the world, and he’s going to be given his freedom because a potentially spoiled person goes into Russia loaded up with drugs,” Trump said.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters Monday that Russia has made a “bad faith” response to the U.S. government’s offer, a counteroffer that American officials don’t regard as serious. She declined to elaborate.
Griner, speaking from the defendant’s cage in a courtroom that barely holds a dozen people, has acknowledged there were vape canisters containing cannabis oil in her luggage when she was arrested at a Moscow airport in February. But she says she had no criminal intent and that the canisters ended up in her luggage because she was packing hastily. Griner played for a Russian women’s basketball team in the WNBA off-season.
To bolster her case, her defense lawyers have called character witnesses from her Russian team, UMMC Ekaterinburg, and presented testimony from doctors that she was prescribed cannabis as a treatment for pain. Medical marijuana treatment is not legal in Russia.
Her lawyers say they hope such testimony will bring leniency from the judge, who they say under Russian law has leeway to consider mitigating factors.
Acquittals are rare in Russian criminal prosecutions — less than 1% of cases. Sentences can be suspended.
If a conviction is a foregone conclusion, it would also potentially be a step forward. Russian officials have said no release of Griner could occur until the judicial process is completed.
However, a Washington attorney who formerly was legal adviser at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow said there is no formal requirement for a conviction before an exchange.
“If she is in fact being used as a political bargaining chip — and the administration has already designated her as wrongfully detained, presumably because they think she is being used as a political pawn — they may impose a very significant sentence as a way to maximize their leverage in negotiations,” the attorney, Tom Firestone, told The Associated Press.
He also said that, given the Biden administration’s public commitment to securing the release of Whelan and Griner, Russia “may want to let this play out a little bit longer and try to extract more concessions.”
Russian officials have given no public hint of whether Blinken made headway in his call with Lavrov, only issuing a statement urging the Americans to pursue the matter though “quiet diplomacy without releases of speculative information.”
Russia has repeatedly expressed annoyance with American statements on the case, saying they show a disrespect for Russian law.
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Eric Tucker in Washington DC contributed to this story. | https://cw33.com/news/ap-top-headlines/griners-trail-resumes-amid-intensified-diplomacy/ | 2022-08-01T23:17:58Z |
The garage continues to gain popularity as the delivery location of choice for today's savvy online shoppers
OAK BROOK, Ill., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Walmart is joining forces with myQ® smart garage technology to expand in-garage delivery through Walmart+ InHome. Millions of homeowners who already use the myQ app to monitor, control and secure their garage door, and Walmart+ InHome members, will soon be able to have their Walmart groceries and household essentials conveniently delivered to their garage. InHome associates will also be able to pick up returns within the garage, eliminating the hassle of returns for customers.
"The goal of Walmart+ InHome is to give our members convenience and choice and, over the last few years, we've discovered our in-garage delivery option is a popular choice among members," said Whitney Pegden, VP and GM, InHome. "We're really excited for myQ smart garage technology to help us reach more customers with a more seamless in-garage experience."
When it comes to smart garage technology, myQ has a stronghold on the market with one in five households already equipped with a myQ smart garage door opener. myQ can be found in LiftMaster® and Chamberlain® smart garage door opener brands or can be easily integrated with other leading brands of garage door openers with a myQ Smart Garage Control device.
As online shoppers continue to demand better delivery solutions that are safe, convenient and flexible, the nation's largest retailers, like Walmart, are leveraging myQ to make it even easier for customers to use delivery services like Walmart+ InHome and take advantage of the benefits of in-garage delivery.
"With over 210 million packages having vanished from porches across the US last year, many consumers feel the need to schedule their day around deliveries to ensure they get their packages and groceries," said Kiel Fitzgerald, Senior Director of Delivery Services for Chamberlain Group, a global leader in access control solutions with its Chamberlain and LiftMaster garage door opener brands and myQ technology. "In-Garage Delivery puts the customer in control with no need to schedule the day around deliveries – rain or shine, packages and groceries will stay safe inside the garage until someone is free to get them."
With the Walmart+ InHome delivery service, customers will be able to purchase groceries, household essentials and other items from the Walmart app, and have the option of having them delivered into the garage. Full-time, tenured Walmart associates will be assigned to the delivery, providing a trusted and familiar face for every order. On delivery day they will get one-time access to the garage via a myQ connected device. They'll put away the order in the garage (and – if available – the garage fridge,) sanitize any surface they touched, plus even pick up any returns. Once the delivery is complete, they will close the garage door to ensure the home and packages are secure.
Simple setup.
"If you're not sure you have a myQ smart garage door opener, look up to see if there is a myQ logo and a WiFi logo, or it says "powered by myQ" on your garage opener," added Fitzgerald. "Then download the myQ app and follow the steps to connect your opener(s) to the myQ app."
No myQ? No problem. When you subscribe to Walmart+ InHome and choose myQ as your default delivery method, you will be offered a FREE technology upgrade to make your existing garage door opener compatible.
In addition to turning the garage into a preferred package and grocery delivery location, myQ provides homeowners with the ability to secure, control and monitor the garage on their smartphone through the myQ app. myQ helps enhance the security of the garage and home with real-time alerts that let homeowners know if they left the garage door open. It also provides a safer way to share access to the home. Homeowners can easily let who they want in through the myQ app or share access through the Guest Access feature within the app – no need to share keys or codes.
To learn when Walmart+ InHome powered by myQ is available in your area click here myq.com/walmart-availability.
About myQ Smart Access
myQ technology enables products to seamlessly work together to provide reliable, secure access management solutions that solve for everyday access needs across common entry points to homes, communities, businesses and beyond. It's a powerful platform that empowers people, businesses and partners with the knowledge to do more and the control to make it happen, anytime from anywhere. Follow myQ on Facebook and Instagram.
About Chamberlain Group
Chamberlain Group, a Blackstone company, is a global leader in smart access solutions across residential and commercial properties. Our prominent brands LiftMaster®, Chamberlain®, Merlin® and Grifco® are found in millions of residential and commercial access applications across the globe. Our innovative products and partnerships, powered by our myQ® smart ecosystem, provide customers with smart access solutions to move safely through garages, homes, communities, businesses and storage facilities. Chamberlain Group pioneered vehicle-to-home connectivity through patented technology aboard hundreds of millions of vehicles. Chamberlain Group includes Controlled Products Systems Group, a leading wholesale distributor of perimeter access control equipment in the U.S., and Systems, LLC, one of North America's leading dock leveler manufacturers. Follow Chamberlain Group on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
About Walmart
About Walmart Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) helps people around the world save money and live better - anytime and anywhere - in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 230 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites under 46 banners in 24 countries. With fiscal year 2022 revenue of $573 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.3 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting https://corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at https://facebook.com/walmart and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/walmart.
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The following is a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and other platforms this week.
Movies
The suppressed emotions and anxieties of a seemingly flawless 12-year-old girl gather monstrous proportions in Hanna Bergholm’s “Hatching,” a Finnish body horror fairy tale that begins streaming Friday on Hulu. In the film, young Tinja (Siiri Solalinna), whose mother runs the artificially upbeat video blog “Lovely Everyday Life,” hides a dead bird’s egg in her bedroom that grows unusually large and hatches a very metaphorical beaked beast. In her review, AP Film Writer Lindsey Bahr praised “Hatching” for “poking holes in the gnawing fear of all perfectionists, especially girls on the verge of puberty, that the pretty veneer is hiding something ugly, or worse.”
If the radiant “Apollo 10 1/2,” recently released on Netflix, reminded you of the warm and wistful pleasures of Richard Linklater’s deceptively modest films, a new Criterion Channel series will be a welcome sight. As of May 1, the Criterion Channel is hosting a 15-film series devoted to the Austin auteur, streaming films from Linklater’s Gen X-defining breakthrough “Slacker” to his years-in-the-making Oscar-nominated hit “Boyhood.” If you haven’t seen them, keep an eye out for some less heralded gems like the well-observed backstage drama “Me and Orson Welles” and the black comedy “Bernie,” with a tour-de-force Jack Black.
Sofia Alvarez penned two well-received Netflix teen rom-coms adapted from Jenny Han’s novels: 2018′s “To All the Boys I’ve Ever Loved” and its 2020 sequel, “To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You.” In “Along for the Ride,” debuting Friday on Netflix, Alvarez makes her directorial debut. Adapted from Sarah Dessen’s 2009 novel, set in a seaside town over summer, it stars Emma Pasarow and Belmont Cameli as two insomniac teens who connect on moonlight walks.
— AP Film Writer Jake Coyle
Television
“Meltdown: Three Mile Island” examines the Pennsylvania nuclear power plant’s brush with disaster in 1979. The four-part documentary uses re-enactments, archival footage, home video and interviews to detail what is considered the most serious accident in U.S. commercial nuclear power plant operating history. “Meltdown” relies on the perspective of engineer and whistle-blower Richard Parks and members of the community that lived through the partial meltdown of one plant reactor. Directed by Kief Davidson (“The Ivory Game”), the docuseries premieres Wednesday on Netflix.
“Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” offers another twist in the space saga that keeps on giving. The Paramount+ series is set during the pre-Capt. Kirk years of the U.S.S. Enterprise, when Christopher Pike (Anson Mount) commands the ship on its search for new worlds. Also in the cast: Rebecca Romijn as Number One, Ethan Peck as Science Officer Spock, Jess Bush as Nurse Christine Chapel and Celia Rose Gooding as Cadet Nyota Uhura. Akiva Goldsman (“Star Trek: Picard”) wrote and directed the series premiere of the 10-episode season debuting weekly beginning Thursday.
A documentary about Sheryl Crow is described as an “intimate story of song and sacrifice,” detailing her life and career through interviews with the Grammy-winning musician and friends and collaborators including Laura Dern, Emmylou Harris and Joe Walsh. “Sheryl,” debuting Friday on Showtime, includes footage from two decades of touring as it covers the obstacles she faced from sexism in the music industry, her driving need for perfection and struggles with depression and cancer. Her influential legacy and late-in-life motherhood also are part of the film directed by Amy Scott.
— AP TV Writer Lynn Elber | https://www.tdtnews.com/entertainment/article_764378ec-ca1e-11ec-81a4-f30c5820705e.html | 2022-05-02T16:17:59Z |
Virtual meetings can crush creativity, new study finds
By Katie Hunt, CNN
Collaboration has been behind some of humanity’s greatest achievements — the Beatles’ biggest hits, putting a man on the moon, the smartphone.
Do Zoom and other forms of video interaction crush the creative process that led to such feats? Yes, according to new research published Wednesday that found it’s easier to come up with creative ideas in person.
It’s an answer many employers have been searching for over the past two years, as working from home has become the norm during Covid-19 pandemic. The National Bureau of Economic Research in the United States said last year that 20% of workdays will be from home when the pandemic ends, compared with just 5% before.
“We initially started the project (in 2016) because we heard from managers and executives that innovation was one of the biggest challenges with video interaction. And I’ll admit, I was initially skeptical,” said Melanie Brucks, an assistant professor of business marketing at Columbia Business School and author of the study that published in the scientific journal Nature.
Brucks said she previously believed virtual interaction mimics an in-person experience “pretty well” and assumed that videoconferencing naysayers were Luddites. She spent four years exploring whether it really had any impact on people’s ability to generate innovative ideas.
Generating ideas
She recruited 602 people, including university students and staff, and divided them into pairs to work on tasks either in person or virtually. The tasks involved coming up with new uses for everyday things, such as bubble wrap and a Frisbee, and each room had the same five items.
“When we innovate, we have to depart from existing solutions and come up with new ideas by drawing broadly from our knowledge. Coming up with alternative ways to use known objects requires the same psychological process,” she explained.
The performance of each pair was determined by how many ideas they came up with and the novelty and value of their ideas as ranked by student judges. (For example: a creative use for a Frisbee: knock fruit out of tree, deliver a message. Less creative: a picnic plate or hat.)
Researchers also used eye-tracking software, which found that virtual participants spent more time looking directly at their partner, as opposed to gazing around the room. What’s more, she said pairs who were videoconferencing remembered less of their surroundings, which were identical to those who were meeting in person.
“This visual focus on the screen narrows cognition. In other words, people are more focused when interacting on video, which hurts the broad, expansive idea generation process,” Brucks said.
Jay Olson, a postdoctoral scholar at McGill University in Canada who studies ways to measure creativity, said that people often look to their surroundings to help them generate ideas.
“Objects in the room can prompt new associations easier than trying to generate them all internally,” said Olson, who wasn’t involved in the research. “The authors find that interacting through a computer screen could unintentionally shift attention in a way that reduces the generation of these novel ideas.”
Real-world findings
The findings were replicated in a similar but larger experiment outside the lab. Some 1,490 engineers working in five different countries (in Europe, the Middle East and South Asia) for a telecommunications infrastructure company were randomly paired, either face-to-face or via video call. They were asked to create product ideas and choose one to submit as a new product for the company.
Bruck said the findings were similar, even though the exercise was more complex than the lab-based test, the engineers knew one another beforehand, and they were regular users of videoconferencing software.
“The field study shows that the negative effects of videoconferencing on idea generation is not limited to simplistic tasks and can play out in more complicated and high-tech brainstorming sessions as well,” she said.
“The fact that we replicate the negative effect of videoconferencing on idea generation in our field setting suggests that the negative effect of videoconferencing will likely not weaken as people become more familiar with software such as Zoom or get more experience generating ideas and working together with their teams.”
But there were some important caveats. The study found that videoconferencing didn’t hinder all collaborative work. While generating ideas was easier in person, it didn’t make a difference in the ability to critically evaluate creative ideas, such as selecting the best idea out of the set, Bruck said.
Creativity and zoom aren’t incompatible
Ellen Langer, a professor of psychology at Harvard University and author of “On Becoming an Artist: Reinventing Yourself Through Mindful Creativity” said the new research was an important first step. However, she said it was a mistake to conclude that creativity and videoconferencing are incompatible.
Whether or not we’re creative while over Zoom may depend on how creative we are in the first place and the task at hand, said Langer, who wasn’t involved in the research. Generating uses for a Frisbee and generating novel ways of dealing with conflict aren’t the same — one task may be better done alone, outside of any sort of meeting.
“Perhaps many of us make friends faster in person than over Zoom, and creativity flourishes when we’re relaxed. But when Zooming from home, people are probably more relaxed than when in an experiment,” she added.
Olson and Langer both suggested there is a practical solution to the conundrum that could be tested in future research: If people are asked to spend more time looking around the room during their virtual sessions, would they generate as many ideas as they do during in-person sessions?
Olson said managers shouldn’t rush to get people back in the office or add more face-to-face meetings as a result of this research, although it might make sense to hold brainstorming sessions in person.
“Although the effects appear to be robust, this is a single study and the effects are somewhat small, amounting to a difference in one or two ideas between the groups. How much impact this has would depend on the company: It could range from a trivial difference to a massive compounding effect,” Olson said.
“I wouldn’t want to see a company double their in-person meetings hoping to improve their innovation, if this also means doubling the commute time resulting in less happy — and perhaps less creative — employees.”
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BERLIN (AP) — The German government said Tuesday it has resolved a long-running spat that will allow the construction of more than 1,000 onshore wind turbines, boosting efforts to expand the use of renewable energy.
The economy and transport ministries said in a joint statement that a deal has been struck to amend safety rules for weather radars and ground-based radio beacons for aircraft navigation.
Officials said this would allow wind turbines with an installed capacity of about 5 Gigawatts to be built in regions where they were previously banned.
Germany had some 28,000 onshore wind turbines at the end of last year. The center-left government that came to power last year has pledged to massively expand the use of renewable energy to reduce Germany’s greenhouse gas emissions and reduce its dependence on Russian energy supplies in the wake of Russia’s war in Ukraine.
The Cabinet is expected to agree on numerous additional measures Wednesday to expand wind and solar power use in Germany.
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Native to East Asia, Ganaspis brasiliensis parasitizes spotted wing drosophila larvae by depositing eggs into the maggots as they are feeding inside the fruit.
ALMA -- In a quiet field of abandoned blueberries and shrubby brush in south Georgia, Cera Jones released hundreds of tiny parasitic wasps into the thicket and watched them fly away, following their natural instinct to search for a host to incubate their predatory progeny.
Jones manages the University of Georgia Small Fruit Entomology Lab under the direction of Associate Professor Ash Sial. This spring, the lab was one of a handful of select institutions in the nation to receive a permit for raising and releasing Ganaspis brasiliensis, a parasitoid wasp of the most destructive insect pest in the small fruit industry, the spotted wing drosophila (SWD), or Drosophila suzukii.
Native to East Asia, this small vinegar fly is responsible for billions of dollars in annual crop losses around the globe.
Female SWD lay their eggs in small fruits such as blackberries, blueberries, cherries, raspberries and strawberries just as the fruit reaches its mouthwatering prime. Larvae hatch and begin feeding within the pulp, rendering the fruit completely unmarketable due to an almost zero tolerance for infested fruit for fresh market or frozen products.
Because SWD larvae feed inside fruit, where it’s hard for insecticides to reach, producers are encouraged to use extremely conservative management techniques, applying preventative insecticidal sprays that target adult flies once a week throughout the production season. This temporary and costly practice not only has non-target impacts, but insecticide resistance is growing, making chemical control altogether less effective.
So, researchers traveled to the fly’s native origins to find naturally occurring predators that could be brought back to the U.S. as potential biological control agents in the battle against the devastating fruit fly.
After more than a decade of research in quarantine, G. brasiliensis finally received the green light from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service as a safe, host-specific biocontrol of SWD.
“We had been waiting while this species was being studied in quarantine when, serendipitously, Washington State University researchers confirmed the discovery of the wasp in a field last year," Jones said. "Apparently, it had made its way to North America on its own and since USDA doesn’t control the spread of non-native species once they’ve been identified as existing in a state, it made the approval process faster."
Jones released more than 1,300 wasps at three locations within Bacon and Appling counties, where most of the state’s blueberries are produced, with supplemental releases continuing over the next few months.
“Since Georgia is within the same latitude as its native range, we hope to see that this wasp can survive in our environment and will begin spreading to other areas beyond their release sites,” she said.
By leveraging the natural parasitic biology of this ancient nemesis, researchers hope that a reduction in SWD populations will subsequently minimize the amount of insecticides growers have to use to manage the pest.
“Even though this wasp is much smaller than the fly, they’re just as determined to deposit their eggs,” Corinne Stouthamer, a UGA research scientist who specializes in parasitic wasps, said. “Population suppression could also occur in fruits that normally would not be sprayed with insecticides, such as backyard fruit trees or wild berries that would otherwise act as a reservoir for the fly. In short, the wasps can reach where the insecticides can’t."
Stouthamer explained that researchers are still learning exactly how these wasps hunt down their prey with such surgical precision. The wasps pinpoint the location of their unwitting hosts potentially by using larval odors or by feeling for vibrations of the crawling maggots beneath the surface of the fruit. Once a maggot has been detected, the female wasp inserts a needle-like ovipositor through the berry and injects a single egg into the fly larva.
The wasp egg hatches and waits for the larva to pupate before finally devouring it. The wasp larva then uses the hard pupal casing that the now deceased SWD created as a protective shell, and continues to develop, eventually emerging as an adult wasp that will go on to repeat the predatory process.
Although it might sound like a scene from a sci-fi horror film, most insect pests are the target of at least one known parasitic wasp, making this primordial battle a fairly common occurrence.
“We have a lot of native Ganaspis wasps around that would like to use SWD as a host, but the fly’s powerful immune system response kills our native wasp species’ eggs inside the fly larvae," Stouthamer said. "What makes G. brasiliensis so successful is that because it co-evolved with SWD, the wasp developed unique traits that enable parasitism of the fly and only its close relatives, which means it is a specialist of SWD."
With parasitism levels of up to 76%, this tiny wasp may just be the most important SWD biocontrol agent currently known.
This is yet another stunning illustration of how basic scientific research combined with applied sciences may offer farmers practical, real-world solutions that impact the world.
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Lawrence school district announces staff reductions, including 72 teachers, following budget cuts
LAWRENCE, Kan. (KCTV) - The Lawrence school district has cut 90 positions in an effort to meet budget shortfalls.
At Monday night’s board meeting, the district’s human resources director Kristen Ryan gave a presentation to the board outlining some of the staff reductions.
The positions included 72 teachers, 6.5 administrators, and 11.5 classified staff.
Ryan said the cuts were largely made through retirements and exits, and that teachers were offered other opportunities for open positions within the district.
“The budget process was sensitive, challenging and an everchanging puzzle,” Ryan told the board.
The board announced the budget cuts in April, following a lengthy discussion about whether to close buildings within the district.
A parent group called “Save Our Schools” protested the proposed closures and the board eventually decided to keep buildings open.
Suzie Johannes, the parent of a child at Woodlawn Elementary, was part of those protests. She said she and other parents in the group were sad to see the staffing reductions.
“None of us parents wanted to see any more of our qualified teachers leave or lose their jobs,” Johannes said.
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Funding to Enable Continued Development of Precision Metagenomics Advancing Platform
SALT LAKE CITY, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IDbyDNA, the company revolutionizing the use of Precision Metagenomics, has been awarded a second year of funding by MRIGlobal to continue participation in the "Detect It with Gene Editing Technologies" (DIGET) program for the United States Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). IDbyDNA is in collaboration with Mammoth Biosciences, Draper Laboratory, University of California-San Francisco and Toolbox Medical Innovations on the MRIGlobal-led team. As part of this initiative, IDbyDNA is contributing to the development of a massively multiplexed device to provide the military with rapid infectious disease testing for potential use in diagnostics and biosurveillance.
"We are excited by the progress we've made to-date and this second round of support will allow further development of capabilities that focus on analyzing more complex data," said Neil Gunn, CEO of IDbyDNA. "Our goal is to leverage our expertise in precision metagenomics to produce a durable, next-generation device that is battlefield tested and ready for more robust and improved diagnostic testing of infectious disease threats, including emerging pathogens."
A goal of the program is to develop a lab-based massively multiplexed detection (MMD) platform capable of screening clinical and environmental samples for more than 1,000 targets simultaneously. CRISPR-based assays detect the presence of genome sequences. IDbyDNA's bioinformatic expertise provides analysis with an easy-to-use interface and software that powers the data analytics to determine what pathogens are present. Tapping into the power and breadth of IDbyDNA's analytics pipeline, thousands of pathogen detection results can be processed nearly instantaneously. The intuitive device interface allows the user to quickly initiate testing and easily review results without formal training in microbiology.
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KFAR SAVA, Israel, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silicom Ltd. (NASDAQ: SILC), a leading provider of networking and data infrastructure solutions, today announced that it has secured an initial ~$3 million order from a US-based provider of cloud-based SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solutions. This fast-growing client will use Silicom's Edge platforms with minor customizations to provide both wired and wireless connectivity to its end-customers.
While the customer requested immediate delivery of the full order, the actual delivery schedule will be extended over the next quarters due to global shortages in needed components.
"The fact that this cloud cybersecurity leader has chosen our Edge products confirms their value for multiple markets – well beyond SD-WAN alone, our first target market for this innovative technology," commented Liron Eizenman, Silicom's CEO.
"Our Edge products offer the exact functionality, features and cost that telcos, service providers, appliance vendors and cloud players need for their next-generation systems and applications: precise compute capabilities with the best cost/performance ratio, efficient networking, wired and/or wireless connectivity, optimized heat dissipation and power consumption, a minimal number of moving parts (or none altogether), easy installation, minimum maintenance, and more. This, coupled with our ability to deliver rapid customization, onboarding and ramp-up support, positions us ideally for SASE and the other markets that use Edge platforms, as demonstrated by the large and growing pipeline that we have built from a variety of significant Design Wins and opportunities."
Mr. Eizenman concluded, "As such, we now see that the total addressable market for our Edge products is much larger than we initially planned, and expect them to contribute significantly to our future growth."
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Silicom Ltd. is an industry-leading provider of high-performance networking and data infrastructure solutions. Designed primarily to improve performance and efficiency in Cloud and Data Center environments, Silicom's solutions increase throughput, decrease latency and boost the performance of servers and networking appliances, the infrastructure backbone that enables advanced Cloud architectures and leading technologies like NFV, SD-WAN and Cyber Security. Our innovative solutions for high-density networking, high-speed fabric switching, offloading and acceleration, which utilize a range of cutting-edge silicon technologies as well as FPGA-based solutions, are ideal for scaling-up and scaling-out cloud infrastructures.
Silicom products are used by major Cloud players, service providers, telcos and OEMs as components of their infrastructure offerings, including both add-on adapters in the Data Center and stand-alone virtualized/universal CPE devices at the edge.
Silicom's long-term, trusted relationships with more than 200 customers throughout the world, its more than 400 active Design Wins and more than 300 product SKUs have made Silicom a "go-to" connectivity/performance partner of choice for technology leaders around the globe.
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IRVINE, Calif., April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OutPatientPro™, an Irvine, California medical SaaS company specializing in the ambulatory surgical space, has come to terms on an integration agreement with PREFCards™ that will provide OutPatientPro Inventory platform clients embedded access to the PREFCards proprietary, state-of-the-art preference card platform.
"When we formally launch our inventory solution in the next few weeks, we want to make sure that our clients have access to the best technology, without suffering the tedium of siloed platforms," said William Neugebauer, CEO of OutPatientPro. "Providers in the outpatient community desire integrated solutions which will drive costs down for their software needs, while reducing wasted labor hours; this is a step in that direction."
For PREFCards, a Las Vegas-based SaaS provider of preference card applications for hospitals and surgery centers, the collaborative integration provides the next step forward on how they would like to provide access to their product.
"Since launching our platform two years ago, we have seen amazing feedback from our clients and this is a business model we hope to employ moving forward," said Chad Ramos, CEO of PREFCards. "I think it's important for healthcare applications in the acute care and ambulatory space to see that cooperation benefits the end-user, so we are very excited to collaborate with OutPatientPro," he added.
OutPatientPro is officially debuting at the ASCA Convention in Dallas the week of April 25. The company is providing a full suite of products specifically tailored to the ambulatory and office-based lab space with cost-effective and easy-to-use applications.
"When developing the company, the common concern we've been hearing for years from providers is they want cloud-based applications that are inexpensive, easy-to-use and, preferably, consolidated under one platform. That is what we have designed," Neugebauer said
"With all of our customer service domestically-based, we believe we can improve the experience of SaaS solutions so it is more user-friendly and cost-effective," he added.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Help at Home, the largest national provider of in-home, personal care services for seniors, announced today that it has been named #14 on Forbes 2022 List of America's Best Employers for Women. The just-released Forbes list names Help at Home as one of the top on its list of 400 best employers for women in the country. The designation comes from data from more than 30,000 employees working for companies employing at least 1,000 people in the U.S.
"We're sincerely honored to be named by Forbes as one of its top ranking Best Employers for Women," said Help at Home CEO Chris Hocevar. "We're focused on elevating our employees and caregivers – a great majority of whom are women. By providing the support mechanisms they need, we ensure they have the best work environment possible, empowering them to do what they are so passionate about, every day."
Read the Forbes article here. This Forbes designation is the third such "Best Employer" designation Help at Home has received since 2021. Help at Home was named as one of Forbes Best Employers for New Grads, as well on the Forbes list for Best Employer in Illinois and in Indiana.
Brittany Gonzales, is one of Help at Home's 50,000 employees and serves as a quality administrator. She joined the company as a caregiver and credits the organization's flexible scheduling to allow her to work part-time and complete her undergraduate degree and in pursuit of her master's degree. "Without the ongoing support of my supervisors and colleagues, I would not be where I am in my career today and I'm so excited about my future with this organization," she said.
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Purse-snatcher believed to have followed elderly couple from bank before robbing 90-year-old woman
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HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — What seemed like a good deed turned into a crime outside a northwest Houston restaurant back in April, according to Houston police.
On April 21, a 90-year-old woman and her 87-year-old husband were walking into a restaurant in the 7800 block of West Tidwell where the couple said a man held the door open for them.
Video shows that as the woman walked into the establishment, the man grabbed her purse and ran off into a black four-door sedan.
Police said the couple had just been to a bank off Gessner and took out money. Investigators believe the suspects followed them from the bank to the restaurant.
Police described the suspect as a 20- to 21-year-old Black man, standing between 5 feet, 7 inches and 5 feet, 8 inches tall and weighing around 145 to 150 pounds. The man was last seen wearing all black clothing.
If you know any information regarding the suspect’s whereabouts, you are urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 713-222-8477.
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerNation Studios and Nashville Superspeedway have partnered to present the inaugural POWER NATIONALS sponsored by Summit Racing Equipment on Saturday & Sunday, September 3-4, 2022 at the Superspeedway, located in Lebanon, TN.
PowerNation Studios, based in Franklin TN, is the production company for some of the most popular how-to programs for auto enthusiasts such as Detroit Muscle, Music City Trucks, Engine Power, and Carcass.
"The Nashville area is home to a huge, passionate car enthusiast community, and we couldn't ask for a better partner to host PowerNation Studio's first ever live event than the Nashville Superspeedway." said Matthew Hawkins, president of PowerNation.
Nashville Superspeedway, the home of NASCAR Cup Series racing and live entertainment in Middle Tennessee, is a 650-acre motorsports and event venue. The facility reopened in late 2020 and has since hosted a growing number of family-friendly and motorsports events, highlighted by the 100% capacity, sold-out inaugural Ally 400 NASCAR Cup Series Race in June 2021.
"We have thousands of car enthusiasts visit our facility each year, so naturally we are thrilled about this partnership and the opportunity to present the inaugural POWER NATIONALS event," said Erik Moses, Nashville Superspeedway's President and GM. "The goal from the first day of our rebirth has been to transform our facility into a regional center for all kinds of entertainment options, and this partnership further demonstrates our commitment to hosting first-class events for the residents and visitors of Middle Tennessee."
POWER NATIONALS will feature events and attractions for attendees of all ages. A car, truck and exotic vehicles show will run all day both Saturday and Sunday. All vehicles entered in the shows will have a special opportunity to exit the Superspeedway by driving the 1.33-mile D-shaped oval racetrack.
The world-famous monster truck that started it all, the original BIGFOOT, will be present all weekend. And several other members of the BIGFOOT family will be on site, including BIGFOOT #5, the truck with 10' tires and the new BIGFOOT ride truck.
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Throughout the weekend, producers from PowerNation Studios will be on-site at Nashville Superspeedway capturing video for the POWER NATIONALS television special which will premiere on Saturday, September 17th at noon and again at 8 p.m. ET. Katie Osborne and the PowerNation show hosts will lead the event coverage.
Doors will open at 9 a.m. and the event will close at 5 p.m. on both days. Parking will be free. For tickets and all event details are available at www.PowerNationals.com.
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InsurTech leader's latest acquisition adds deep industry talent and two leading MGA solutions into the Vertafore ecosystem
DENVER, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vertafore®, the leader in modern insurance technology, today announced that it acquired MGA Systems, a leading provider of purpose-built software for MGAs.
In an increasingly competitive business environment, MGAs require solutions that can keep pace as they seek to expand into new specialized lines of business and retain their current customers. The acquisition of MGA Systems gives Vertafore customers access to policy administration and rating solutions that will be integrated into Vertafore's suite. This strengthens Vertafore's already robust offering for MGAs and empowers these vital entities in the independent insurance channel to expand into new territories and deploy products for their clients with speed.
MGA Systems provides two market leading solutions for MGAs. IMS is a management system with a full suite of policy administration and back-office functionality customizable to specific client needs, and NetRate is a full featured ISO-based rating platform. These solutions have allowed customers of MGA Systems to experience accelerated product time to market, with support and expertise that integrates deep knowledge of the industry and the underlying technology. Vertafore remains dedicated to expanding the customization and open architecture strategy that have made MGA Systems' software critical to the success of its customers.
"As the MGA market continues to grow, it is more important than ever for MGAs to have integrated technology solutions that strengthen their ability to make informed risk and pricing decisions," said Amy Zupon, CEO of Vertafore. "MGA Systems has been at the forefront of the industry's work in this area. I am very pleased to welcome the MGA Systems team into the Vertafore family, along with the wealth of talent, passion, and expertise they bring."
The MGA market has seen consistent growth over the last several years, continuing to expand in the face of headwinds and disruptions across the broader economy with further room for growth. Vertafore's acquisition of MGA Systems will allow for accelerated investment and innovation in both companies' solutions to address the evolving needs of insurance professionals.
"On behalf of our customers and employees, I am thrilled that MGA Systems has found a home in Vertafore," said John Bennis, president of MGA Systems. "Our community of MGAs is extremely important to us, and I am proud of the tools that we have been able to deliver on their behalf. Vertafore shares our passion for modern insurance solutions, and this acquisition will allow additional investment in our existing products and further enhance them through integration into the Vertafore ecosystem."
By combining MGA Systems with Vertafore's existing, market leading management system for MGAs (AIM™), Vertafore now offers the most comprehensive suite of technology for MGAs in the market.
"This acquisition is another milestone in our commitment to drive transformation and create an integrated ecosystem of products," said James Thom, chief product officer of Vertafore. "I'm excited that Vertafore will be integrating the power of NetRate into AIM while continuing to drive more value for MGAs and program administrators within IMS. I look forward to our teams working together as we invest in our solutions."
Coming on the heels of Vertafore's acquisition of AgencyZoom™, the addition of MGA Systems is the next step in Vertafore's vision to simplify and automate its products and services across the entire insurance distribution channel.
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As North America's InsurTech leader for more than 50 years, Vertafore is modernizing and simplifying the insurance life cycle so that our customers can focus on what matters most. Vertafore's solutions provide end-to-end connectivity across the distribution channel, improve the client and agent experience, unlock the power of data, and streamline essential workflows to drive efficiency, productivity, and profitability for independent agencies, MGAs and carriers. For more information about Vertafore, visit www.vertafore.com.
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MGA Systems, Inc. (https://www.mgasystems.com) is a software development company working exclusively in the insurance industry. The company's management team has more than 30 years of real-world brokerage and MGA experience, which is reflected in the design of its flagship product, the Insurance Management System (IMS). The team at MGA Systems consists of highly skilled, Microsoft-certified developers, working with the latest tools and technologies. It is this combination of top developers working directly with experienced insurance industry professionals that results in the company's leading-edge IMS product.
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William & Mary's Raymond A. Mason School of Business has expanded its partnership with Everspring to include a new Online Master of Accounting degree.
CHICAGO, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Everspring, a leading provider of education technology and services to universities seeking to build or expand their online capabilities, announces an expansion of its partnership with William & Mary's Raymond A. Mason School of Business. In this expanded partnership, Everspring will support the build, launch and operation of a new Online Master of Accounting program (MAcc).
The new online MAcc degree is the 12th program Everspring has supported for William & Mary, including the online MBA, which is ranked #2 for academic experience and #11 overall in the Poets&Quants top online MBA programs. The online MAcc, launching in spring 2023, will be open to accounting professionals seeking to advance in their career or meet the requirements of the CPA exam, as well as to career changers without an existing accounting background. With the same faculty and high-quality academic approach as the school's residential, full-time MAcc, the program will provide a solid foundation in accounting and the professional and technical skills needed to excel in careers that include public accountant, corporate accountant, auditor, fraud examiner, financial analyst and related positions.
"Our new Online Master of Accounting degree will provide students an online pathway to advance in the accounting profession with a program that embodies the academic distinction and intellectual rigor of all William & Mary programs. Students will gain the analytic and interpretive expertise to become business leaders in accounting," said Pam Suzadail, associate dean and executive director of the Center for Online Learning at the Mason School of Business.
Since 2014, Everspring has partnered with the Mason School of Business to support the development and growth of a strong portfolio of high-caliber online graduate business programs. This portfolio includes an online MBA, MS in Business Analytics, MS in Marketing, MS in Finance and several certificate offerings. The programs boast a 95% student satisfaction rating.
"We are thrilled to expand our partnership with William & Mary to include their new online Master of Accounting," said Beth Hollenberg, president and co-founder of Everspring. "The Mason School of Business is a leader in online graduate business education, with engaging programs that both provide significant value to students and create a new standard of excellence in online higher education."
William & Mary's Raymond A. Mason School of Business is rebuilding the global economy by training the next generation of revolutionary business leaders. It offers undergraduate and graduate instruction, including full-time, part-time, evening, executive and online MBA degree programs, as well as one-year masters programs in accounting, business analytics, finance and marketing. The school develops successful business leaders by providing world-class instruction and unparalleled opportunities for mentorship and experiential learning. For more information, visit mason.wm.edu.
Everspring is a leading provider of education technology and service solutions for higher education. Our advanced technology, proven marketing approach, and robust faculty support and instructional design services deliver outstanding outcomes for our university partners, powering their success online. Everspring offers a range of full-service turnkey solutions, as well as standalone fee-for-service offerings, and innovative self-service products that enable universities to establish themselves as leaders in the digital delivery of higher education. Based in Chicago, Everspring serves a growing number of colleges and universities, nationwide.
Visit www.everspringpartners.com for more information. Don't just go digital. BE DIGITAL.™
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Man to spend life behind bars for shooting that killed Washburn football player
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Francisco Mendez, the man accused of killing a former Washburn University football player and injuring a current NFL player during a shooting in April 2019, has been sentenced to life behind bars.
On Friday, May 27, court records indicate that Francisco Mendez has been sentenced to life in prison for the April 2019 murder of Washburn University football player Dwane Simmons. Now cornerback and kick returner for the Atlanta Falcons, Corey Ballentine was also shot during the incident and suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Court records show Mendez was sentenced as follows:
- Count 1: Murder in the 1st degree - Life in prison without the possibility of parole for 50 years
- Count 2: Attempted murder in the 1st degree - 246 months
- Count 3: Armed Aggravated Robbery - 61 months
- Count 4: Armed Aggravated Robbery - 61 months
- Count 5: Armed Aggravated Robbery - 61 months
- Count 6: Armed Aggravated Robbery - 61 months
- Count 7: Armed Aggravated Robbery - 61 months
- Count 8: Murder in the 1st degree - 165 months
- Count 9: Murder in the 1st degree - 165 months
- Count 10: Murder in the 1st degree - 162 months
- Count 11: Armed Aggravated Robbery - 61 months
- Count 12: Armed Aggravated Robbery - 61 months
In total, Mendez had been sentenced to 1,003 months - 83.5 years - to run consecutively with his life sentence, however, a controlling sentence of 492 months - 41 years - was imposed to be served consecutively instead. If parole is granted, records note that Mendez will receive lifetime parole for the first-degree murder charge and 36 months postrelease supervision for the rest of his charges.
Just before 1 a.m. on April 28, 2019, Topeka police officers were called to the 1200 block of SW Lane with reports of a shooting. When they arrived, they found Simmons, who died at the scene. Later that morning, officers had confirmed Ballentine was injured in the shooting as well after he arrived at the hospital.
Testimony during the trial indicated that Ballentine, Simmons and three other members of the WU Football team had been celebrating Ballentine’s draft to the NFL’s Giants on the corner of SW 13th and Lane when the pair was shot.
In March, Mendez was found guilty on all 12 counts for incidents in the days before and after the shooting.
Case of Francisco Mendez
Former Washburn football player Corey Ballentine testifies in Mendez murder trial
Corey Ballentine, the former Washburn football player injured in the same shooting that killed his teammate Dwane Simmons, described his late teammate as one of his best friends in Shawnee County court Thursday.
Jury selected for trial in Washburn football player’s murder
Jury selection wrapped Tuesday in the trial of a man accused of killing a Washburn University football player in April 2019.
More than 400 potential jurors called for trial in Washburn football player’s murder
Jury selection got underway Monday in the trial for a man accused of killing a Washburn University football player.
Trial set for suspect in 2019 slaying of Washburn football player
The date is set for a man to face trial for the killing of a Washburn football player.
Defense undecided if Mendez will take stand in murder trial
The prosecution of a man accused of killing Washburn football player Dwane Simmons in 2019 continued Tuesday.
Jurors in Mendez trial see body camera footage of aggravated robbery scene
Witnesses continue to share their side of information for the trial of Francisco Mendez, who faces charges for premeditated first-degree murder and two aggravated robberies.
Defense testimony begins in Mendez murder trial
Defense testimony began Wednesday for 21-year-old Francisco Mendez, who is on trial for first degree murder for the April 2019 killing of Washburn University football player Dwane Simmons.
Murder trial begins for man charged with killing Washburn football player
Jurors heard opening arguments Wednesday in the first-degree murder trial of Francisco Mendez.
Jury begins deliberations in Mendez trial
Jury deliberation is now underway for the murder trial of Francisco Mendez.
Man accused of April 2019 killing of WU football player found guilty
The man accused in the April 2019 murder of Washburn University Football Player Dwane Simmons has been found guilty.
Case of Francisco Mendez
Dozens present for deadly shooting, TPD says. Asking witnesses to step forward
Investigators with the Topeka Police Dept. say there were dozens of people around at the time of the overnight shooting that killed Washburn football player Dwane Simmons and wounded former Ichabod Cory Ballentine.
Giants say they've spoken with Ballentine, express condolences to Simmons' family
The New York Giants responded Sunday to reports that the Washburn cornerback they selected in the sixth round the night before was injured in a shooting that claimed the life his teammate, Dwane Simmons.
Support pours in after shooting kills Washburn's Dwane Simmons
Washburn University is mourning the death of one of its football players who was killed in an overnight shooting Sunday morning.
Washburn football player killed, Giants draftee injured in weekend shooting
A Washburn football player was killed in an overnight shooting in central Topeka that also wounded a former player, according to Washburn University.
Man charged in Washburn University football player killing seeks new lawyer, more time before trial
A 19-year-old man charged with the shooting death of one Washburn University football player and the wounding of a second player filed a motion in April seeking to replace his defense attorney.
Authorities investigating Dwane Simmons shooting one year later
Authorities continue investigating Washburn football player Dwane Simmon's death one year later.
Murder charge filed in Dwane Simmons killing
An 18-year-old Topeka man faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder, in the killing of Washburn football player Dwane Simmons and the shooting of his former teammate Corey Ballentine earlier this year.
Trial set for Dwane Simmons shooting suspect
The man accused in the 2019 shootings that left one Washburn football player dead, the other injured is set for later this year.
Murder charges filed in Topeka homicide
Murder charges have been filed against a suspect in a Topeka homicide last weekend.
Dwane Simmons’ parents remember their son during murder trial
The murder trial for a man charged with the shooting death of a Washburn football player is now in its second week.
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CLEVELAND, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown (MCR Cleveland Tenant LLC) values the relationship we have with our customers and understands the importance of protecting payment card information. Through this notice we are notifying a small number of customers who used a payment card in the food and beverage area of our Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown between September 24, 2021 through May 5, 2022. This notice explains the incident, measures we have taken, and steps customers may consider taking as well.
We recently received a report from a third party suggesting that a payment card security incident may have occurred. We immediately launched an investigation and engaged a cybersecurity firm to assist. We also notified the payment card brands and are cooperating with law enforcement.
On May 2, 2022, the investigation identified unauthorized code on a point-of-sale system in the food and beverage area that was designed to access payment card data and send it to a third party. The code accessed the card number and expiration date for payments made directly in the food and beverage area from September 24, 2021 through May 5, 2022. Hotel reservations and food and beverage charges made to a guest room were not involved.
It is always advisable for customers to review their payment card statements for any unauthorized activity and immediately report any unauthorized charges to your card issuer using the number on the back of the payment card.
We regret that this incident occurred and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.
For more information regarding this incident customers may visit, https://cleveland2022dataincident-com.s3.amazonaws.com/index.html or you can call 855-674-1396, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. ET.
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BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Britain’s Prince Charles traveled to Romania’s capital Wednesday to visit refugees, mostly women and children, from Russia’s war in Ukraine who have found safety in the neighboring Eastern European country.
The Prince of Wales visited the Romexpo Donation Centre for Ukrainian refugees in Bucharest. There, he met some of the nearly 1 million Ukrainians who have reached Romania since the war began on Feb. 24, and observed the relief effort being mounted by the government and volunteers.
Speaking to a group of Ukrainians through an interpreter, Charles apologized for his lack of language skills, saying, “I wish my Ukrainian was better.”
“We feel for you greatly, it’s a nightmare situation,” he said. “I’m full of admiration for the Ukrainian people. Total, extraordinary courage and resilience.”
During his visit, Charles received a gift from some of the Ukrainian children at the center: wooden spoons painted in traditional Ukrainian patterns.
“Marvelous, thank you, thank you,” Charles told one of the children. “I love the way you painted that.”
Joining Charles were representatives of the Red Cross, the Salvation Army and the U.N. refugee agency, as well as the mayor of Bucharest and members of other state relief agencies.
Over 1,000 Ukrainians visit the donation center daily to get free supplies like food, hygiene products, clothing and shoes, according to the managers of the facility. Refugees also have access to social services and counsel while they remain in Romania.
The visit was the latest of a number of engagements Charles has had with Ukrainian refugees in recent weeks. According to the British Embassy in Bucharest, he visited a Ukrainian community in Ottawa, Canada last week, where he met with a family displaced by the war.
More than 972,000 Ukrainians have fled into Romania since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine, according to the U.N. refugee agency.
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DENVER, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MDC), one of the nation's leading homebuilders, will release its 2022 second quarter earnings before the market opens on Thursday, July 28, 2022. MDC will host a teleconference the same day at 12:30 pm ET. The live teleconference will be available by calling 844-757-5733 and requesting to join the M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. conference call. A replay of the teleconference will be available through August 4, 2022 by calling 877-344-7529 and entering Access Code # 6159677.
A webcast of the teleconference will be available live at www.mdcholdings.com, and beginning two hours after the call, a replay of the webcast will be available on the website.
About MDC
M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1972. MDC's homebuilding subsidiaries, which operate under the name Richmond American Homes, have built and financed the American Dream for more than 220,000 homebuyers since 1977. MDC's commitment to customer satisfaction, quality and value is reflected in each home its subsidiaries build. MDC is one of the largest homebuilders in the United States. Its subsidiaries have homebuilding operations across the country, including the metropolitan areas of Denver, Colorado Springs, Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Tucson, Riverside-San Bernardino, Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Washington D.C., Baltimore, Orlando, Jacksonville, Seattle, Portland, Boise, Austin, Albuquerque and Nashville. MDC's subsidiaries also provide mortgage financing, insurance and title services, primarily for Richmond American homebuyers, through HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation, American Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and American Home Title and Escrow Company, respectively. M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "MDC." For more information, visit www.mdcholdings.com.
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SGRUTB04 adds 18MW of capacity to Tamboré Campus, São Paulo, Brazil. With 90MW, it becomes the largest data center complex in Latin America and one of the biggest worldwide
SÃO PAULO, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Scala Data Centers, the leading Latin American platform of sustainable data centers in the hyperscale market, launches the largest vertical data center in Latin America, SGRUTB04, with a total capacity of 18MW. Located in the Tamboré Campus, the company's complex in Greater São Paulo, Brazil, SGRUTB04 goes into service dedicated to a single hyperscale client, with a commitment to full capacity for more than a decade.
With almost 140,000 sqf of total built area, this new Scala data center is 56 meters high, has seven floors, with four dedicated to data halls, which add up to more than 1,500 racks. Developed according to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, which is focused on sustainable constructions, the single-tenant data center has a modern refrigeration system with indirect free cooling (technology to optimize energy use at low temperatures), a redundant UPS system and very high energy efficiency with PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) around 1,35, one of the lowest rates in the region. SGRUTB04 is also equipped with meet-me rooms, dock, storage area, and an office fully dedicated to the customer.
"Latin America's largest vertical data center, SGRUTB04, is an excellent example of Scala's multi-build approach. With this, we introduce the concept of built-in reserved capacity, bringing unprecedented scalability to the Latin American sector. This approach allows our clients to grow their business in a sustainable way and in record time for decades", explains Marcos Peigo, CEO of Scala.
The executive also states that SGRUTB04 materializes Scala's successful commercial strategy, in which the client employed the reserved capacity, doubling the contracted capacity even before the initially planned production start date. "Unlike the market in general, Scala does not just deliver contractual commitments; we actually invest in our clients, positioning ourselves as true partners," he details.
To build SGRUTB04, Scala applied a proprietary methodology called One Scala Template, specially designed by Scala's Center of Excellence in Engineering (CoE) to meet the demands of the hyperscale market. An unprecedented initiative in the segment in Latin America, the CoE consists of a specialists' team responsible for the entire chain of design, project, construction, and commissioning of new data centers. By verticalizing all stages, delivery time is reduced, ensuring standardization that leads to gains in scale, and allowing unique levels of customization and unparalleled dedication to projects. Formed by more than 150 professionals, including architects, engineers, and specialists in construction, design, and commissioning, Scala's CoE also develops new technologies to bring more efficiency to the construction and operation of data centers.
With the SGRUTB04 delivery, Scala now has five data centers in operation, three of which are in Tamboré Campus, one in São Paulo downtown and another in Campinas, Greater São Paulo. In addition to these data centers, the company continues its accelerated expansion plan, with new projects in course, such as the SGRUTB05, which will have a capacity of 10MW and is scheduled to start operations in early 2023, and the SGRUTB06, with 28MW of capacity for the beginning of 2024.
The projects above ensure that Scala's Tamboré Campus has 90MW of hired capacity and 170MW of capacity contractually reserved for hyperscale clients, becoming the largest data center complex in Latin America and one of the largest worldwide already in its first phase of development. Also in Brazil, the company develops projects in Rio de Janeiro, Porto Alegre, Jundiaí, Campinas, and Fortaleza - all anchored by hyperscale clients.
In the rest of the region, Scala conducts advanced processes for constructing data centers in Chile, Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.
About Scala Data Centers
Scala Data Centers is the leading Latin American platform of sustainable data centers in the hyperscale market. Headquartered in Brazil and founded by DigitalBridge, it was developed to meet and exceed the growing demand for digital access in Latin America. Scala has a highly qualified team of over 500 professionals and applies a flexible and innovative approach to providing exceptional quality colocation services to hyperscale clients, cloud-based software and service providers, and large enterprises. We customize state-of-the-art solutions for each client in the construction of the latest generation data centers, with high availability, energy efficiency and superior density. All this combined with best sustainability practices guided by our ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) program. For more information, visit www.scaladatacenters.com.
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Barcelona stunned by Cádiz in match marked by fans’ protest
By TALES AZZONI
AP Sports Writer
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona’s slim hopes for the Spanish league title have all but ended after a 1-0 home loss to Cádiz in a match marked by protesting fans. The fans are upset at the club for allowing Eintracht Frankfurt supporters to take over the Camp Nou Stadium in a Europa League match last week. The home loss to relegation-threatened Cádiz left Barcelona 15 points behind league leader Real Madrid with six rounds left. Barcelona fans were upset with the high number of Eintracht fans at the Camp Nou on Thursday and one of its main fan groups left empty a section of the stadium behind one of the goals on Monday. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/18/barcelona-stunned-by-cadiz-in-match-marked-by-fans-protest/ | 2022-04-19T00:19:41Z |
Better Call Saul and Euphoria Most Searched for Dramas
NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Market intelligence and search startup My Telescope today announced new data highlighting the most searched for Emmy-nominated TV shows by state. With only a week before the awards, premiering on September 12, vampire comedy What We Do In The Shadows has emerged as the most searched for comedy in the last month, leading in 39 out of 50 states.
In the race for Best Drama, Breaking Bad spin-off Better Call Saul and the dreamy coming-of-age drama Euphoria are in a tight race, with Better Call Saul barely taking the lead as the top show in 27 of 50 states. Both shows are predicted to walk away with awards in multiple categories.
Other highlights from the research include:
- One month before the Emmy Awards, What We Do in the Shadows dominates Google search in 39 out of 50 states, Ted Lasso trailing behind with 7 states, freshman comedy Abbott Elementary with three states, and Only Murders In the Building with one state.
- Data shows that in 2022, Euphoria is the most searched for drama in Bible-Belt states like Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kansas and Texas.
- Despite the recency and viral nature of Netflix's Stranger Things, the show did not appear as a top result in any of the 50 states.
The data highlights a state-by-state breakdown of the top Emmy-nominated comedies and dramas, according to Google search volumes when users search for the show's name and where it is streaming. The programs are then ranked by Share of Search.
Share of Search is a marketing metric that measures the relative interest for a search term in relation to a defined set of search terms. Research has shown that there is a correlation between what we search for and a final outcome, and that Share of Search can often predict shifts in Share of Voice over time.
"Share of search is powerful in that it gives a more accurate measurement of consumer and business purchasing intent and demand," said Rodrigo Graviz, CEO of My Telescope. "Data can be geo-fenced by state or country to accurately reflect searching trends by geography. When combined with specific keywords, Share of Search data can give valuable insights on what people are going to do, what they think, how they feel, and what they're going to buy."
Top Results of Share of Search Study, By State - Emmy Nominated Shows
About Share of Search
Share of Search is a marketing metric that measures the relative interest for a search term in relation to a defined set of search terms. Share of Search Analytics tools such as My Telescope help brands gather market intelligence and forecast business demand by blending search and sentiment analysis to accurately predict purchasing intent and/or business demand.
About MyTelescope
My Telescope is a market intelligence SaaS solution to measure market trends, brand strength, and marketing campaign effectiveness in almost real-time using Share of Search Analytics. My Telescope's AI solution scans, analyzes, and visualizes data from search engines, media monitoring, and social listening to marketers with actionable insights for increased agility. My Telescope is trusted by clients within FMCG, consumer goods, heavy industry, defense, automotive, charity, and many more. For more information, visit https://mytelescope.io.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) today declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $0.985 per share. This dividend is payable on June 16, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 13, 2022.
The company also declared a quarterly cash dividend on its Series A preferred stock of $359.375 per share payable on June 16, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business May 13, 2022. This is equivalent to $0.359375 per depositary share.
Duke Energy has paid a cash dividend on its common stock for 96 consecutive years.
Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies. Its electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. The company employs 28,000 people.
Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business and at least a 50% carbon reduction from electric generation by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The 2050 net-zero goals also include Scope 2 and certain Scope 3 emissions. In addition, the company is investing in major electric grid enhancements and energy storage, and exploring zero-emission power generation technologies such as hydrogen and advanced nuclear.
Duke Energy was named to Fortune's 2022 "World's Most Admired Companies" list and Forbes' "America's Best Employers" list. More information is available at duke-energy.com. The Duke Energy News Center contains news releases, fact sheets, photos and videos. Duke Energy's illumination features stories about people, innovations, community topics and environmental issues. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
Media contact: Jennifer Garber
800.559.3853
Analysts contact: Jack Sullivan
980.373.3564
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Marcus Huerta
Marcus was born August 19, 1969 in Round Rock Texas to the late Ramon and Amelia Vasquez Huerta. He was raised in Sabine County and graduated from West Sabine High School in 1988. He has lived in Groves, Texas for over 28 years and worked for the Department of Federal Corrections for more than 26 years. He retired December of 2021. Marcus passed away on April 9th 2022 in Houston Texas.
Marcus served in the United States Marine Corp from February 22, 1989 until February 21, 1993. Marcus loved being outdoors in the country riding his 4-wheeler with his niece, Amelia, cruising on his motorcycle, working around the property with his brother, John, and eating a home cooked meal afterwards. He loved watching movies with lots of popcorn and going to the lake with his large boat with close family members. Marcus was devoted to his grandson Tanner and granddaughter Emery. He loved them with all his heart.
Marcus was preceded in death by his loving wife Charlotte. He was preceded death by his parents and by his brothers, Arnold and Jesse. Marcus is survived by 2 step-sons Billy Armstrong and Jaime Martinez, Jr. Also, his 2 grandchildren Tanner C. Armstrong and Emery Jade Martinez. His brothers, Alex Huerta and wife Josie, John Huerta and wife Imelda, Ramon Huerta and wife Tara. He is also survived by his sister in law, Teresa Vasquez. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends.
A visitation will be held at Crawford Bowers Funeral Home in Temple from 5-7pm on Friday, April 15. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of Crawford Bowers Funeral Home, Saturday, April 16 at 2:00 pm. Mr. Huerta will be laid to rest at Hillcrest Cemetery in Temple.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for ENDP, TTOO, SOFI, NU, and BE.
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- Saudi Arabia to invest $100m in training over 100,000 young people for tourism
- 'Tourism Trailblazers' to develop trainees at all career levels
- Program is supported by top global tourism training schools
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism has today launched a new program to equip 100,000 young Saudis with the key hospitality skills needed to pursue careers in the Kingdom's flourishing tourism industry.
Launched by His Excellency Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, Saudi Arabia at the 116th session of the World Tourism Organization's Executive Council in Jeddah, 'Tourism Trailblazers' will provide in-depth global experience to the tourism industry's future leaders.
The program aims to train 100,000 Saudis during 2022. The campaign kicked off in late 2020 with the launch of a new human capital development strategy in the Kingdom's burgeoning tourism industry, which aims to attract more Saudi nationals to the sector.
His Excellency Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, Saudi Arabia, said: "It is vital that we invest in our youth now. Creating a skilled workforce with the talent and ambition to support and drive the tourism sector regionally and globally is key to realising Vision 2030. This program demonstrates our commitment to empowering young people by providing them with right skills, support and opportunities to shape the future of the tourism industry."
According to His Excellency, the program has three main objectives that aim to nurture, develop and support talent in the industry. It seeks to spread a culture of professionalism, help nascent professionals gain the knowledge and qualifications needed to break into the industry, and support their success through refinement of their skills. The program will help trainees to secure jobs within the sector, including seasonal, part-time, or full-time opportunities across the Kingdom.
His Excellency further stressed that this and other initiatives are geared towards delivering on the National Tourism Strategy and Saudi Vision 2030 targets, including the creation of one million new jobs in tourism by 2030.
Mohammed Bushnag, Deputy Minister, Human Capital said: "A financial investment of this size shows our determination to equip our youth with the tools they need to suceed. Three quarters of Saudi nationals now consider the tourism industry as a viable career option. Supporting the dreams of our Tourism Trailblazers and enabling their continued education at the best global schools, is vital as we continue to emerge as a global player in the sector."
Participants in the program are set to benefit from training scholarships at leading global institutions in France, Spain, Switzerland, UK, Australia, and Italy. Applications will be accepted not only from fresh graduates, but also from Saudis who already work within the industry and those who aspire to start a career in the tourism, hospitality, culinary, service, and sales fields.
His Excellency added that the highly specialized programs will empower scholarship trainees by equipping them with the skills and qualifications required to confidently enter the labor market.
His Excellency added that the highly specialized programs will empower scholarship trainees by equipping them with the skills and qualifications required to confidently enter the labor market.
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About the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism leads the Saudi Tourism ecosystem, with support from the Saudi Tourism Authority and the Tourism Development Fund. The Ministry sets the Kingdom's tourism sector strategy and is responsible for the development of policies and regulations, developing human capital, gathering statistics, and attracting investment.
It works in partnership with the Saudi Tourism Authority, which promotes Saudi Arabia as a global tourism destination, and the Tourism Development Fund, which executes the Ministry's investment strategy by providing funding for the sector's development.
Headed by His Excellency Ahmed Al Khateeb, the Ministry was founded in February 2020, following the opening of Saudi Arabia to international leisure tourists for the first time in its history in 2019. Saudi Arabia aims to welcome 100 million tourism visits by 2030, increasing the sector's contribution to GDP from 3% to 10%.
About the United Nations World Tourism Organization
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is the United Nations agency responsible for the promotion of responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism.
As the leading international organization in the field of tourism, UNWTO promotes tourism as a driver of economic growth, inclusive development and environmental sustainability and offers leadership and support to the sector in advancing knowledge and tourism policies worldwide.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neuberger Berman MLP and Energy Income Fund Inc. (NYSE American: NML) (the "Fund") has announced a distribution declaration of $0.02266 per share of common stock. The distribution announced today is payable on September 30, 2022, has a record date of September 15, 2022 and has an ex-date of September 14, 2022.
The Fund currently intends to make regular monthly cash distributions to holders of its common stock at a fixed rate per share, to be determined based on the projected net rate of return of the Fund's investments as well as other factors, subject to ongoing review and adjustment from time to time. The Fund currently intends to pay its regular monthly distributions out of its distributable cash flow, which generally consists of (1) cash and paid-in-kind distributions from master limited partnerships ("MLPs") or their affiliates, dividends from common stocks, interest from debt instruments and income from other investments held by the Fund less (2) current or accrued operating expenses, including leverage costs, if any, and taxes on its taxable income.
The Fund expects that a portion of its distributions to stockholders will constitute a non-taxable return of capital. A "return of capital" is a distribution by the Fund which represents a return of a common stockholder's original investment, and should not be confused with a dividend. To the extent the Fund pays a return of capital, a common stockholder's basis in Fund shares will be reduced, which will increase a capital gain or reduce a capital loss upon sale of those shares. There is no assurance that the Fund will always be able to pay a distribution of any particular amount, or that a distribution will consist solely of the Fund's current and accumulated earnings and profits.
In compliance with Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, a notice would be provided for any distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income. The notice would be for informational purposes and not for tax reporting purposes, and would disclose, among other things, estimated portions of the distribution, if any, consisting of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of all distributions paid in 2022 will be made after the end of the year.
The Fund is subject to federal income tax on its taxable income, unlike most investment companies. Any taxes paid by the Fund will reduce the amount available to pay distributions to stockholders, and therefore investors in the Fund will likely receive lower distributions than if they invested directly in MLPs.
About Neuberger Berman
Neuberger Berman, founded in 1939, is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. The firm manages a range of strategies—including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity, real estate and hedge funds—on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally. With offices in 25 countries, Neuberger Berman's diverse team has over 2,500 professionals. For eight consecutive years, the company has been named first or second in Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management survey (among those with 1,000 employees or more). In 2020, the PRI named Neuberger Berman a Leader, a designation awarded to fewer than 1% of investment firms for excellence in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. The PRI also awarded Neuberger Berman an A+ in every eligible category for our approach to ESG integration across asset classes. The firm manages $418 billion in client assets as of June 30, 2022. For more information, please visit our website at www.nb.com.
Statements made in this release that look forward in time involve risks and uncertainties. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the adverse effect from a decline in the securities markets or a decline in the Fund's performance, a general downturn in the economy, competition from other closed end investment companies, changes in government policy or regulation, inability of the Fund's investment adviser to attract or retain key employees, inability of the Fund to implement its investment strategy, inability of the Fund to manage rapid expansion and unforeseen costs and other effects related to legal proceedings or investigations of governmental and self-regulatory organizations.
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Unheralded Pioli molded Milan youngsters into title winners
By DANIELLA MATAR
AP Sports Writer
MILAN (AP) — AC Milan wasn’t expected to win the scudetto. It has young players and ageing forwards and a coach who had never won anything. On paper Inter Milan had the best squad but Stefano Pioli managed to instil a level of maturity and cohesiveness in his players. Milan’s first Serie A title in 11 years was due to the collective effort of his squad rather than reliance on a standout star. Milan is the youngest squad to win the Serie A title and they did so with the help of Zlatan Ibrahimović and Olivier Giroud on and off the field. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/23/unheralded-pioli-molded-milan-youngsters-into-title-winners/ | 2022-05-23T13:23:57Z |
NEW YORK , July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Okta, Inc. ("Okta") (NASDAQ: OKTA) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between March 5, 2021 and March 22, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Okta, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Okta includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Okta had inadequate cybersecurity controls; (ii) as a result, Okta's systems were vulnerable to data breaches; (iii) Okta ultimately did experience a data breach caused by a hacking group, which potentially affected hundreds of Okta customers; (iv) Okta initially did not disclose and subsequently downplayed the severity of the data breach; (v) all the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to have a material negative impact on Okta's business, financial condition, and reputation; and (vi) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: July 19, 2022
Aggrieved Okta investors only have until July 19, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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NEWARK, N.J., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Genie Energy Ltd., (NYSE: GNE, GNEPRA), a global provider of energy services, will announce financial and operational results for the second quarter of 2022 on Monday, August 8, 2022.
Genie Energy will issue an earnings release over a wire service and post it in the "Investors" section of the Genie Energy website (https://genie.com/investors/quarterly-earnings/) at 7:30 AM Eastern. The release also will be filed in a current report (Form 8-K) with the SEC.
At 8:30 AM Eastern, Genie Energy's management will host a conference call to discuss financial and operational results, business outlook, and strategy. The call will begin with management's remarks followed by Q&A with investors.
To participate in the conference call, dial 1-888-506-0062 (toll-free from the US) or 1-973-528-0011 (international) and provide the following participant access code: 955827.
Approximately three hours after the call, a call replay will be accessible by dialing 1-877-481-4010 (toll-free from the US) or 1-919-882-2331 (international) and providing the replay passcode: 46224. The replay will remain available through August 22, 2022. A recording of the call also will be available for playback on the "Investors" section of the Genie Energy website.
In this press release, all statements that are not purely about historical facts, including, but not limited to, those in which we use the words "believe," "anticipate," "expect," "plan," "intend," "estimate, "target" and similar expressions, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. While these forward-looking statements represent our current judgment of what may happen in the future, actual results may differ materially from the results expressed or implied by these statements due to numerous important factors, including, but not limited to, those described in our most recent report on SEC Form 10-K (under the headings "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations"), which may be revised or supplemented in subsequent reports on SEC Forms 10-Q and 8-K. We are under no obligation, and expressly disclaim any obligation, to update the forward-looking statements in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
About Genie Energy Ltd.:
Genie Energy Ltd. (NYSE: GNE, GNEPRA), is a global provider of energy services. The Genie Retail Energy division supplies electricity and natural gas to residential and small business customers in the United States. The Genie Retail Energy International division supplies customers in Scandinavia. The Genie Renewables division includes Diversegy, a commercial and industrial brokerage and consultative services company, and Genie Solar Energy and Prism Solar, which design, supply and install commercial solar solutions. For more information, visit Genie.com.
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- The book introduces 15 recipes, including dishes BTS members like to cook or enjoy eating, along with Korean cooking expressions and detailed explanations of Korean food culture
- CAKE is diversifying educational content and plans to introduce K-POP IP educational content through its app within the year
SEONGNAM, South Korea, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Language learning edutech company CAKE — a subsidiary of SNOW, an affiliate of NAVER Corp. (KRX: 035420) — announced today the publication of 'BTS RECIPE BOOK' in Korean, English and Japanese, following 'BTS LYRICS INSIDE', which was published last June. With the new book, readers can learn how to cook dishes that BTS members like to eat and learn Korean at the same time. This is part of CAKE's efforts to further diversify educational content based on K-pop artist's intellectual property (IP).
'BTS RECIPE BOOK' introduces the story of BTS related to 15 dishes with recipes. CAKE previously published this content as a video, but adapted it into a book due to popular demand from fans. It contains Korean expressions about food and cooking as well as explanations about Korean food culture. The book also includes a food taste survey that BTS participated in so that global fans can learn Korean expressions and recipes in a more fun way.
'BTS RECIPE BOOK' provides details about cooking methods and includes vegan and gluten-free recipe options to meet the dietary needs of diverse readers. Also, QR codes are included for readers to easily access videos showing all cooking processes, allowing beginners to easily follow and enjoy the content.
"'BTS LYRICS INSIDE' sold out in Japan and the United States within a day of its launch in June, showing how CAKE's educational content has received a lot of attention from readers around the world," said a CAKE representative. "Based on various artist IPs, CAKE will continue to grow as an edutech company that can lead education content not only in Korean but also in other languages from around the world."
CAKE is actively expanding the field of educational content using artist IPs. CAKE has launched videos, such as 'BTS Fashion in Korean' and 'WORKOUT with BTS', and educational books, such as 'BLACKPINK IN YOUR KOREAN' and 'Learn! KOREAN with BTS'. CAKE also provides original lessons and short clips of everyday English expressions performed by native speakers through its app. CAKE plans to introduce various educational content using K-pop artist IPs as a mobile app this year.
About SNOW
SNOW, an affiliate of NAVER Corporation, is creating a new market as an innovative venture builder, aiming for the global stage. CAKE is a language learning mobile app operated by CAKE Corporation, a subsidiary of SNOW. In March 2022, CAKE Corporation acquired HYBE EDU, a subsidiary of HYBE, and announced its entry into the Korean education content market.
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The data show an alarming gap in treatment, suggesting better care is needed
BOSTON , April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Researchers from Analysis Group, a global leader in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), and the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson have authored the first study to describe the economic burden of MDSI, or diagnosed major depressive disorder (MDD) with acute suicidal ideation or behavior (SIB). The study, published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, is timely given the emerging evidence of negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on psychological health, and underscores the need for strategies to identify and treat at-risk patients for whom personalized pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies may prevent a crisis.
To better understand unmet needs and help inform patient care, the research team – including Analysis Group Managing Principals Paul Greenberg and Patrick Lefebvre, Vice President Dominic Pilon, Manager Masha Zhdanava, and Associates Laura Morrison and Carmine Rossi – studied health care resource utilization (HRU) and costs accrued by commercially insured adult employees and family beneficiaries with MDSI versus a control cohort comprising those without MDD or SIB.
The findings show that MDSI was associated with significant economic burden:
- Most SIB events occurred in a hospital setting (51% emergency department (ED) and 45% inpatient), reflecting the increase in acute care required for patients at imminent risk of suicide.
- Patients were significantly more likely to seek medical care following the SIB event. Inpatient admissions were 158 times higher within 1 month following the event, and 28 times higher within 12 months. ED admissions were 16 and 5 times higher, respectively.
- In the first month after an SIB event, patients with MDSI incurred total health care costs of $8,439 per patient per month (PPPM) and incremental health care costs of $7,839 PPPM compared to the non-MDD cohort. Inpatient and ED costs comprised 71% and 17% of the total incremental costs.
- Substantial economic burden associated with MDSI persisted in the 12 months following the SIB event. Patients with MDSI incurred total health care costs of $3,349 PPPM during this time and incremental costs of $2,757 PPPM compared to the non-MDD control cohort.
Additionally, the data show an alarming absence of treatment leading up to an SIB event, as well as continuity of care following an event. In the 12 months preceding the SIB event, there was no evidence of antidepressant use in over 40% of patients, and nearly two-thirds were not receiving psychotherapy. This treatment gap was also evident in the 12 months following the SIB event, during which nearly one-quarter of patients were not taking an antidepressant and almost half went without psychotherapy. While the reasons underlying insufficient treatment were not available in the data to examine, the authors suggest that physicians should strive to integrate basic mental health services into outpatient primary care and ensure that patients are periodically reevaluated, treatment options are discussed, and personalized treatment plans are created to mitigate poor outcomes in this complex patient population.
The study, titled "Economic Burden of Commercially Insured Patients with Major Depressive Disorder and Acute Suicidal Ideation or Behavior in the United States," was published in April by the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. Co-investigators included the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson's Cheryl Neslusan, Ph.D., John J. Sheehan, Ph.D., and Kruti Joshi, M.P.H. Funding was provided by Janssen.
To learn more about Analysis Group's HEOR capabilities, visit www.analysisgroup.com/healthoutcomes
About Analysis Group's HEOR Practice
Founded in 1981, Analysis Group is one of the largest international economics consulting firms, with more than 1,000 professionals across 14 offices. Analysis Group's health care experts apply analytical expertise to health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), clinical research, market access and commercial strategy, and health care policy engagements, as well as drug safety-related engagements in epidemiology. Analysis Group's internal experts, together with our network of affiliated experts from academia, industry, and government, provide our clients with exceptional breadth and depth of expertise and end-to-end consulting services globally.
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Analysis Group
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High gas prices fueling critical need for Meals on Wheels volunteers
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - Gas prices are now below four dollars a gallon, but according to AAA, that’s still a dollar more than a year ago.
With the pain still lingering at the pump, it is forcing one particular organization, Meals on Wheels, to put on the breaks.
“People don’t realize how important it is, but it is so important,” said Ella Gist, a client of Meals on Wheels. “As you can see here, I am waiting on meals and wheels.”
Every day, more than 1200 people, like Gist, count on Meals on Wheels to deliver food to their doorstep.
“I can’t hardly cook anymore, which was my favorite thing,” said Gist.
The organization relies on volunteers to get the job done.
“I just enjoy it, and I’ve been doing it even before we lived in Sherman,” said Teri Nickels, a volunteer. “I had just wanted something to volunteer for.”
But the number of extra hands has rapidly decreased as gas prices and inflation rise.
“Many of them have told us they just can not afford to keep driving or at least not as often as before,” said Greg Pittman, CEO of Meals on Wheels Texoma. “It puts a huge strain on the remaining volunteers.”
Pittman said the organization now has half of the volunteers they depend on.
“It’s dramatic,” said Pittman. “We have folks that are having to double or triple up on their routes because we have such a shortage right now.”
The shortage came as more people began to reach out for help.
“Right now, for one of the first times in our history, we have a waiting list, which is discouraging to us,” said Pittman.
Every delivery is more than just a meal.
“Volunteers take such good care of our clients,” said Pittman. “They’re the ones that put eyes on the client every day. Often, our volunteers are the only person that individual will see that day.”
For Gist, that knock from Meals on Wheels opens the door to a kinship she can depend on.
“Everyone is thankful for Meal on wheels,” said Gist. “I don’t know what I would do without it.”
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SUWANEE, Ga., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PCOM Georgia in Suwanee recently graduated 236 doctoral students from the Ameris Amphitheatre in Alpharetta. Family members and friends gathered to celebrate the 123 doctor of osteopathic medicine students, 73 doctor of pharmacy students and 40 doctor of physical therapy students who completed their professional education.
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine President and CEO Jay Feldstein '81 addressed the graduates. He said, "At PCOM Georgia, you have acquired vital knowledge, critical thinking, and clinical skills. You have learned, too, how to pivot and adapt, and how to meet challenges with courage and determination. And resilience. I have never been more proud of a class of students. Go. Step out into the chaos and make use of your gifts for the betterment of the world!"
PCOM alumni Anthony J. Silvagni, DO '82, PharmD, MSc, FACOFP dist., FCPP, FAFPE, was the keynote speaker for the commencement ceremony. He was an educator for more than 50 years. Most notably, he is the former dean of osteopathic medicine at the Nova Southeastern University - Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSU-KPCOM), serving from 1998 to 2015.
He requested that the graduates work together in health care as a team. "No profession, or more importantly individual professionals, can practice well completely independent in today's complicated and rapidly changing healthcare environment," he said. "Today absolutely requires teamwork among all health professionals. Respect each other's strengths and work together to give the best patient care possible."
During the ceremony, Walter C. Ehrenfeuchter, DO '79, FAAO, was recognized as a professor emeritus. With a distinguished career in medicine and medical education, Dr. Ehrenfeuchter served students and patients as a faculty member at PCOM for a total of 40 years. But, before being employed at the college, he was affiliated with PCOM as a student, intern and resident. He most recently served as a professor and chair of the PCOM Georgia Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine for 16 years, retiring in June 2021.
As they were summoned to the stage, the graduates received their diplomas and were hooded, before reciting the oaths of their respective professions.
Established in 2005, PCOM Georgia is a private, not-for-profit, accredited institute of higher education dedicated to the healthcare professions. PCOM Georgia offers doctoral degrees in osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, and physical therapy and graduate degrees in biomedical sciences, medical laboratory science, and physician assistant studies.
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ST. LOUIS, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE) today declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of 59 cents per share. This dividend is payable June 30, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 8, 2022.
Separately, the board of directors of Union Electric Company, doing business as Ameren Missouri, declared regular quarterly cash dividends on all classes of Union Electric Company's preferred stock. These preferred stock dividends are payable Aug. 15, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 22, 2022.
In addition, the board of directors of Ameren Illinois Company declared regular quarterly cash dividends on all classes of Ameren Illinois Company's preferred stock. These preferred stock dividends are payable Aug. 1, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 11, 2022.
About Ameren Corporation
St. Louis-based Ameren Corporation powers the quality of life for 2.4 million electric customers and more than 900,000 natural gas customers in a 64,000-square-mile area through its Ameren Missouri and Ameren Illinois rate-regulated utility subsidiaries. Ameren Illinois provides electric transmission and distribution service and natural gas distribution service. Ameren Missouri provides electric generation, transmission and distribution services, as well as natural gas distribution service. Ameren Transmission Company of Illinois operates a rate-regulated electric transmission business in the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. For more information, visit Ameren.com, or follow us on Twitter at @AmerenCorp, Facebook.com/AmerenCorp, or LinkedIn.com/company/Ameren.
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TORONTO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Hut 8 Mining Corp. (Nasdaq: HUT) (TSX: HUT) ("Hut 8" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into an equity distribution agreement dated August 17, 2022 (the "ATM Agreement") with Canaccord Genuity and Stifel (the "Agents"), pursuant to which the Company established an at-the-market equity program (the "ATM Program").
Pursuant to the ATM Program, the Company may, at its discretion and from time-to-time during the term of the ATM Agreement, sell, through the Agents, such number of common shares of the Company ("Common Shares") as would result in aggregate gross proceeds to the Company of up to US$200,000,000. Sales of Common Shares, if any, through the Agents will be made through "at-the-market" issuances, including without limitation, sales made directly on the Nasdaq Stock Market in the United States at the market price prevailing at the time of each sale. No Common Shares will be offered or sold under the ATM Program on the Toronto Stock Exchange or any other marketplace in Canada. The ATM Program may be terminated, with notice, by either party at any time.
The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the ATM Program, if any, principally for general corporate purposes (including funding ongoing operations and/or working capital requirements). The net proceeds of the ATM Program may also be used to repay indebtedness outstanding from time to time, discretionary capital programs, and potential acquisitions. Since the Common Shares will be distributed at market prices prevailing at the time of the sale, prices may vary between purchasers and during the period of distribution. The volume and timing of sales, if any, will be determined at the sole discretion of the Company and in accordance with the terms of the ATM Agreement.
Prior to commencing the ATM Program, the Company terminated the at the market offering agreement between the Company and H.C. Wainwright & Co., LLC related to its previous at-the-market offering of Common Shares for aggregate proceeds of up to US$65 million, which was launched on February 11, 2022.
The offer and sale of the Common Shares under the ATM Program will be made by means of a prospectus supplement dated August 17, 2022 (the "Prospectus Supplement") which supplements the Company's existing short form base shelf prospectus dated August 5, 2022 (the "Base Shelf Prospectus") included in the Company's U.S. registration statement on Form F-10 (File No. 333-266608) under the U.S.-Canada multijurisdictional disclosure system (the "Registration Statement"). The Registration Statement was declared effective by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on August 10, 2022. Copies of the Registration Statement and the Prospectus Supplement can be found on EDGAR at www.sec.gov and copies of the Base Shelf Prospectus and the Prospectus Supplement can be found on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. Copies of such documents may also be obtained from: Canaccord Genuity LLC, Attention: Syndicate Department, 99 High Street, 12th Floor, Boston MA 021990 or by email at prospectus@cgf.com.
Such documents contain important information about the ATM Program. Prospective investors should read the Base Shelf Prospectus and the Prospectus Supplement as well as the Registration Statement before making an investment decision.
This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these Common Shares in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.
About Hut 8 Mining Corp.
Hut 8 is one of North America's largest innovation-focused digital asset miners, led by a team of business-building technologists, bullish on bitcoin, blockchain, Web 3.0 and bridging the nascent and traditional high performance computing worlds. With two digital asset mining sites located in Southern Alberta and a third site in North Bay, Ontario, all located in Canada, Hut 8 has one of the highest capacity rates in the industry and one of the highest inventories of self-mined Bitcoin of any crypto miner or publicly-traded company globally. With 36,000 square feet of geo-diverse data centre space and cloud capacity connected to electrical grids powered by significant renewables and emission-free resources, Hut 8 is revolutionizing conventional assets to create the first hybrid data centre model that serves both the traditional high performance compute (Web 2.0) and nascent digital asset computing sectors, blockchain gaming, and Web 3.0. Hut 8 was the first Canadian digital asset miner to list on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Through innovation, imagination, and passion, Hut 8 is helping to define the digital asset revolution to create value and positive impacts for its shareholders and generations to come.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain "forward looking statements" and certain "forward-looking information" as defined under applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements and information can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "intend", "estimate", "anticipate", "believe", "continue", "plans" or similar terminology. The forward-looking information contained herein is provided for the purpose of assisting readers in understanding management's current expectations and plans relating to the future.
Specifically, such forward-looking information included in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the following: including statements regarding the aggregate value of Common Shares which may be issued pursuant to the ATM Program and the Company's expected use of the net proceeds from the ATM Program, if any. Readers are cautioned that such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. Statements containing forward-looking information are not historical facts, but instead represent management's expectations, estimates and projections regarding future events based on certain material factors and assumptions at the time the statement was made. Material assumptions include: assumptions regarding the level of demand for the Common Shares under the ATM Program, the U.S./Canadian dollar exchange rate, the expected impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and transaction costs.
Forward-looking information is necessarily based on a number of opinions, assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by Hut 8 as of the date of this press release, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to: market conditions and other factors that may affect the Company's ability to utilize the ATM Program and the prices at which the Company may sell Common Shares in the ATM Program; the dilutive effect of issuances of Common Shares in the ATM Program; future capital needs and uncertainty of additional financing; the competitive nature of the industry; currency exchange risks; the need for the Company to manage its planned growth and expansion; risks related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the Company, economic conditions and global markets; other unforeseen events, developments, or factors causing any of the aforesaid expectations, assumptions, and other factors ultimately being inaccurate or irrelevant and those factors described in greater detail in our most recent annual and interim management's discussion and analysis, and in the "Risk Factors" section of the, Base Shelf Prospectus, the Prospectus Supplement and the Company's annual information form dated March 17, 2022, which are available at www.sedar.com, and should be considered carefully by prospective investors.
If any of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or if the opinions, estimates or assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, actual results or future events might vary materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking information. Although we have attempted to identify important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other risk factors not presently known to us or that we presently believe are not material that could also cause actual results or future events to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking information. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. No forward-looking statement is a guarantee of future results. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information, which speaks only as of the date made. The forward-looking information contained in this press release represents our expectations as of the date specified herein and are subject to change after such date. However, we disclaim any intention or obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable securities laws.
All of the forward-looking information contained in this press release is expressly qualified by the foregoing cautionary statements.
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Gun goes off in child’s backpack, injuring 7-year-old classmate
CHICAGO (WLS) - A 7-year-old boy was grazed by a bullet when a gun went off inside his classmate’s backpack at a Chicago school.
Parents and caregivers of Disney Magnet School students began rushing to the campus Tuesday after word went out saying a gun went off in the school. Police say the weapon was in a student’s backpack.
“It’s shocking, for one, for a little kid to have a gun, something that should be hard for an adult to have,” said Edwina Watkins, who has a 12-year-old grandson that attends the school.
The incident happened just before 10 a.m. Police say their investigation revealed the gun in the backpack accidentally discharged while inside a classroom. The bullet struck the ground and ricocheted, grazing a 7-year-old boy in the abdomen.
The boy was hospitalized in good condition.
In an email to parents, the school principal said no serious injuries had occurred. He also said police had confiscated the gun and were investigating the incident.
“My son is 7, too, so it is very worrisome. How did the kid get a gun in his backpack?” one parent said. “It takes a village to help these young kids nowadays because it’s different growing up now in Chicago.
School stayed in session; though, some anxious parents were intent on getting to their kids. Jennifer Uribe’s daughter texted her when she found out what was going on.
“Someone brought a gun. All I heard is there is a gun, and I came flying. I wasn’t going to text her because if she had to hide, I didn’t want her doing that. So, I said stop texting me, and I came here,” Uribe said.
As school let out, hugs were held longer amid promises that everything will be OK tomorrow.
The mother of the student who had the gun is now charged with three misdemeanor counts of “causing a child to be endangered.”
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Make the most out of spring trips with 50% off companion fares for midweek travel
ORANGE, Calif., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rediscover Southern California with friends and family this spring on the Amtrak® Pacific Surfliner®. Now through June 29, 2022, take advantage of special savings on train travel Monday through Thursday with a 50 percent discount on up to three companion tickets with the purchase of one regular full-fare adult ticket.
"We invite everyone to travel locally and experience the destinations, scenery, businesses, and people that make Southern California great," said Jason Jewell, Interim Managing Director of the LOSSAN Agency, which oversees the Pacific Surfliner service. "Our midweek offer is a great opportunity to save on train travel to the region's beautiful beaches, natural preserves, and vibrant downtowns."
Here are a few ideas for spring getaways that can start with a trip on the Pacific Surfliner:
Whale Watching: Step off the train and onto a boat for a chance to see blue whales, humpbacks or even orcas up close, as well as sea lions and dolphins. Excursions depart daily from San Diego, Oceanside, Ventura, and Santa Barbara.
Wine Tasting: Downtown Santa Barbara is home to dozens of tasting rooms and working wineries. Just 45-minutes outside the city is a world-class wine country featuring more than 100 thriving vineyards and family-owned wineries. Get there via a Thruway bus service connection from the Santa Barbara Station.
Theme Park Fun: Immerse yourself in the magic of the Disneyland® Resort, one of the state's most well-known and beloved attractions. Amtrak riders can unlock a five percent savings on Theme Park admission at PacificSurfliner.com/Disney.
Ball Games: Southern California is home to three Major League Baseball teams – the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Los Angeles Angels, and the San Diego Padres. Stadiums are conveniently located near Pacific Surfliner stations, making it possible to ride to and from the games.
Surf and Sand: There are plenty of stations that are a short walk from the beaches in Oceanside, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and others. Pack a picnic and enjoy the waves from the sand or make plans to rent a kayak or paddleboard and get out on the water.
Small Town Charm: Escape to the northern tip of the Pacific Surfliner route and explore downtown San Luis Obispo. Visit the Thursday night Farmers Market, spanning blocks downtown, to enjoy local produce and restaurant specialties. Visit boutique shops, go hiking, visit one of the state's oldest Spanish Missions, and more.
The midweek offer is valid on Pacific Surfliner trips taken Monday through Thursday between now and June 29, 2022. Reference promotion code: V308.
Visit pacificsurfliner.com/save to view offer details, learn about ongoing safety measures, and more.
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TSX: GPR | NYSE American: GPL
This news release constitutes a "designated news release" for the purposes of the Company's prospectus supplement dated October 15, 2021, to its short form base shelf prospectus dated September 10, 2021.
VANCOUVER, BC, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Great Panther Mining Limited (TSX: GPR) (NYSE-A: GPL) ("Great Panther" or the "Company"), a growth-oriented precious metals producer focused on the Americas, reports production results for the three months ended June 30, 2022, from its two wholly-owned operating mines, Tucano in Brazil and Topia in Mexico.
- Consolidated metal production of 20,187 gold equivalent ounces ("Au eq oz"), inclusive of 16,889 gold ounces ("Au oz") and 159,529 silver ounces
- Total gold production at Tucano of 16,629 Au oz
- Total silver equivalent production at Topia of 266,893 silver equivalent ounces ("Ag eq oz")
"The second quarter was transformational for Great Panther with the announcement of the agreement to sell our Mexican assets," stated Alan Hair, Chair and Interim CEO of Great Panther. "Divesting these assets allows us to channel our resources towards the Tucano Gold Mine where we believe the most value can be created for investors and other stakeholders. Production from Tucano during the quarter was in line with expectations as we position the mine for a return to steady-state production. Heavy stripping activity over the last number of quarters has prepared numerous pits for increased production of ore in the second half of the year, which we believe will result in improving production results in the quarters to come."
Consolidated Operating Results
The Company's operations are on track to meet previously announced consolidated production guidance for 2022 of 100,000 to 119,000 Au eq oz. The mine plan for Tucano reflects more stripping in the first half of 2022 with the second half of 2022 expected to account for at least 65% of annual gold production guidance. Annual consolidated production guidance is subject to the sale of the Mexican silver assets and will be revisited once the transaction is complete.
Tucano
Total mined tonnage increased by 76% compared to Q1 2022 and 36% compared to Q2 2021 due to having two mining contractors, U&M and MINAX, operating in parallel throughout different pits. Mined ore tonnage and gold grades during the second quarter were higher compared to the first quarter of 2022. This improvement is related to ore lenses in the different pits being already accessed as per mine sequence.
Production from Tucano during this second quarter was in line with expectations as stripping continued to advance in preparation for accessing main ore lenses and consequently better grades in the second half of 2022. Gold production in Q2 2022 was 16,629 oz compared with 14,037 Au oz in Q1 2022, an increase of 18%, and 20,696 Au oz in Q2 2021, a decrease of 20%.
Topia
Silver equivalent production at Topia in Q2 2022 was 266,893 Ag eq oz compared with 312,259 Ag eq oz in Q2 2021, a decrease of 15%, and 290,694 Ag eq oz in Q1 2022, a decrease of 8%, primarily due to lower gold and silver grades. These factors were partly offset by higher gold recovery and the increase in production attributed to the change in metal equivalency ratios for zinc.
The Guanajuato Mine Complex ("GMC") is currently on care and maintenance. Consequently, there was no production at the GMC during Q2 2022.
On June 29, 2022, the Company announced that it has entered into a Share Purchase Agreement (the "Agreement") to sell 100% of the Company's Mexican subsidiary Minera Mexicana El Rosario S.A. de C.V. ("MMR"), which holds the GMC, the Topia mine, and the El Horcón and Santa Rosa projects, all located in Mexico. The sale of MMR is expected to close in the third quarter of 2022.
During the quarter, the resource conversion drill program for the Urucum North underground project was completed and an updated resource estimate is currently being developed. In parallel, the Company has started trade-off studies for ramp development and mining methods in parallel with engineering and metallurgical project work while planning activities are underway. The permitting process has also started with the State Environmental Agency, SEMA. Project development including the update of mineral resources and reserves is on track to be completed by the fourth quarter of this year.
Regional target definition, validation and subsequent prioritization is currently underway in consultation with GoldSpot Discoveries Corp. ("GoldSpot"). This project commenced in June and results are expected in early August. Portable drills have been contracted and drilling is expected to begin in August upon completion of the GoldSpot study. The Company expects to drill between 2,500 to 3,500 metres as part of the regional program.
Great Panther has scheduled the release of its second quarter 2022 financial results for Wednesday, August 3, 2022, after market close. The Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the results on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at 9:00 AM PT/12:00 PM ET.
Live webcast and registration: https://www.greatpanther.com/investors/webcasts/
Conference call
Canada and US Toll-Free: + 1 800 319 4610
International Toll: + 1 604 638 5340
A replay of the webcast will be available on the Webcasts section of Great Panther's website approximately one hour after the conference call. Audio replay will be available until September 4, 2022.
Audio replay
Canada and US Toll-Free: + 1 800 319 6413
International Toll: + 1 604 638 9010
Replay Access Code: 9181
The technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by Fernando A. Cornejo, P. Eng., Chief Operating Officer, a non-independent Qualified Person for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
ABOUT GREAT PANTHER
Great Panther is a growth-oriented precious metals producer focused on the Americas. The Company owns a portfolio of assets in Brazil, Mexico and Peru that includes three gold and silver mines, an advanced development project and a large land package with district-scale potential. Great Panther is focused on creating long-term stakeholder value through safe and sustainable production, reinvesting into exploration and pursuing acquisition opportunities to complement its existing portfolio. Great Panther trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange trading under the symbol GPR and on the NYSE American under the symbol GPL.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT ON FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws (together, "forward-looking statements"). Such forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements regarding (i) the Company's ability to maximize the full potential of the Tucano Gold Mine in Brazil through production, development and exploration, (ii) the consummation and timing of closing the Agreement to sell MMR, and (iii) the Company's safe and sustainable production, reinvestment into exploration and pursuit of acquisition opportunities in the Americas to complement its existing portfolio.
These forward-looking statements and information reflect the Company's current views with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant operational, business, economic and regulatory risks and uncertainties, including risks described in respect of Great Panther in its most recent annual information form and management's discussion and analysis filed with the Canadian Securities Administrators and available at www.sedar.com and its most recent annual report on Form 40-F and management's discussion and analysis on Form 6-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available at www.sec.gov.
There is no assurance that these forward-looking statements will prove accurate or that actual results will not vary materially from these forward-looking statements. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, described, or intended. Accordingly, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward looking statements. Forward-looking statements and information are designed to help readers understand management's current views of our near- and longer-term prospects and may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not intend, nor does it assume any obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements or information, whether as a result of new information, changes in assumptions, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable law.
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Milling and paving operations in Snake River Canyon will cause delays
JACKSON, Wyo. (KIFI) – The Wyoming Department of Transportation and contract crews from Avail Valley Construction will be milling and paving on US 89 through the Snake River Canyon from mileposts 127 to 132 for the next six to eight weeks.
Traffic during the day and evenings will be reduced to a single, alternating lane with a pilot car, under the direction of flaggers and traffic control devices.
Crews will do their best to accommodate drivers during the morning commute hours, but the single lane traffic control will be in place during the day and possible evenings to conclude the work in less than 8 weeks.
Commuters are advised to expect delays up to 20 minutes, so those commuting on this highway are advised to plan accordingly. Motorists are advised to watch for flaggers and be prepared to stop.
WYDOT would like to remind drivers to slow down in work zones, be alert and cautious of roadside workers and obey all traffic control devices. For more information on road construction, closures and weather conditions, click HERE. | https://localnews8.com/news/wyoming/2022/05/26/milling-and-paving-operations-in-snake-river-canyon-will-cause-delays/ | 2022-05-26T19:02:31Z |
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) on Monday said the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol has found evidence on former President Trump that supports “a lot more than incitement.”
The comment from Raskin, a member of the Jan. 6 panel, referenced Trump’s second impeachment in January 2021, when the House voted to impeach the then-president for incitement to insurrection.
The Jan. 6 panel is set to hold its first public hearing on Thursday, where Raskin said the committee will lay out information regarding individuals who played a role in the attack — including Trump.
“The select committee has found evidence about a lot more than incitement here, and we’re gonna be laying out the evidence about all of the actors who were pivotal to what took place on Jan. 6,” Raskin said during an interview with Washington Post Live.
Trump was impeached in the House by a 197-22 vote, with 10 Republicans joining all Democrats in sanctioning the president. The following month, however, the Senate acquitted him in a 57-43 vote. Seven Senate Republicans joined the entire Democratic caucus in voting to convict.
The select committee says Thursday’s prime-time hearing, scheduled to begin at 8 p.m., will feature new material and witness testimony from the nearly yearlong investigation, which has largely been conducted behind the scenes
Raskin on Monday told The Washington Post Live that this week’s hearing will “tell the story of a conspiracy to overturn the 2020 presidential election and block the transfer of power.”
Asked if Trump is at the center of that conspiracy, Raskin said “I think that Donald Trump and the White House were at the center of these events.”
“That’s the only way really of making sense of them all,” he added.
He noted, however, that “people are going to have to make judgments themselves about the relative role that different people played.”
The Maryland Democrat then pointed to Trump’s second impeachment, in which Raskin was the lead manager of the Senate trial.
“Of course the House and the Senate in bicameral and bipartisan fashion have already determined that the former president, Donald Trump, incited an insurrection by majority votes in the House and the Senate,” Raskin said.
“Although, Donald Trump wasn’t convicted by the requisite two-thirds majority, but commanding majority found that he had in fact incited this insurrection,” he added. | https://cw33.com/news/raskin-says-jan-6-panel-has-found-more-on-trump-than-incitement/ | 2022-06-06T21:20:17Z |
‘God is good’: Dad told by police his daughter died in car crash later learns she’s alive
OMAHA, Neb. (KETV) – A father in Nebraska received the miracle of a lifetime after discovering his daughter was alive after police told him she had died in a car crash.
Hannah Wadiso, 18, had just graduated high school May 28. The next day, she asked her dad Tesfaye Ailbe if she could go out with friends. He agreed, but his intuition told him something was off.
Ailbe even went out to look for his daughter and her friends, but he returned home when he couldn’t find them.
Hours later, Ailbe got the phone call that every parent fears. He was told Wadiso was in a bad car accident and in “bad shape.”
Ailbe rushed to the scene of the accident, only to be told by a police officer that his daughter was dead – killed by a car that rolled on top of her.
Ailbe said he fell to his knees, crying and praying. But two hours later, he received a miracle when he was told his daughter was actually still alive, but in critical condition at the hospital.
After days in the hospital, Wadiso opened her eyes. The crash crushed her pelvis, but doctors believe she will recover with time.
The family says they are not working at their jobs in order to care full-time for Wadiso and their other child, who has special needs. Still, they feel grateful to only be worrying about recovery and medical bills, instead of planning a funeral.
Two people were killed in the crash and 20 total people were hospitalized. Police identified the women who died as 20-year-old Emily Siebenhor and 22-year-old Edith Hermosillo.
“The other two didn’t get this chance, you are the lucky one,” Ailbe recalls telling his daughter. “God is good.”
According to a police report, the 18-year-old driver who caused the crash was speeding at 90 miles per hour and tested positive for marijuana. He only has a learner’s permit and not a driver’s license.
The driver, identified as Kyvell Stark, was charged with two counts of manslaughter and two counts of driving under the influence with serious bodily injury. He is being held in Lancaster Community Corrections on a $50,000 bond. He could face up to 46 years in prison if convicted.
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OTSU, Japan, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd., headquartered in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, has developed a transparent antenna, which is made of a glass substrate, and a repeater (*1), which uses radio wave lenses and does not require power supply, for 5G millimeter-wave wireless communication technology. These products will be exhibited at the fifth 5G Technology Expo to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from June 29 to July 1, 2022.
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5G uses radio waves of two frequency bands, Sub-6 (under 6 GHz) and millimeter wave (28 GHz). To achieve high-speed communication, it is necessary to use the millimeter-wave band, which can secure a wide bandwidth. However, millimeter waves are significantly attenuated in the atmosphere. Due to strong linearity of propagation, they do not diffract behind obstacles. To cover a wide area, a mechanism to resolve these issues is required.
The newly developed transparent antenna has a special antenna pattern on a glass substrate, whose dielectric constant (*2) (4.0) and loss tangent (*3) (0.002) are the smallest in the world (*4). This is a highly efficient transparent antenna. The size of glass substrates can be increased, making it possible to manufacture multiple products from a single substrate. This contributes to improving the antenna productivity and enables formation of antennas for multiple bands on a single substrate. By making the antenna transparent, the antenna functionality can be added without spoiling the design and landscape of an installation location. The antenna can be installed in various locations, such as windows, walls, displays, and vehicles.
The repeater, which is the other newly developed product, consists of two radio wave lenses and a waveguide. It receives and retransmits radio waves and changes the direction of radio waves without power supply even under circumstances where radio waves are blocked by walls and window glass. By changing the shape of the lens, radio waves can be transmitted in a certain direction or over a wide range. The lens is not subject to deterioration caused by ultraviolet rays because it is made of glass. It can be used stably over a long period in various places, both indoors and outdoors.
The Company will contribute to expanding and spreading the use of millimeter-wave radio waves by marketing the two newly developed products.
Notes:
(*1) Repeater: A relay to receive and retransmit radio waves.
(*2) Dielectric constant: An index of polarizability when a voltage is applied to a material. The lower the relative permittivity, the lower the signal attenuation.
(*3) Loss tangent: A measure of energy when a dielectric substance is polarized. The smaller the loss tangent, the lower the conversion of electromagnetic energy into heat, and as a result attenuation of signals is reduced.
(*4) Smallest in the world: Among multi-component glass substrates, in 28 GHz, based on a survey conducted by the Company in June 2022.
For more information, please visit: https://info.neg.co.jp/EN_220613
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Asurion® Repair Experts Provide Fast Fixes on Phones, Tablets, Laptops, and More
REDLANDS, Calif., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new electronics repair shop, Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, has opened in Redlands at 9980 Alabama St. The store offers professional fixes for most consumer electronics, from smartphones, tablets, and computers to game consoles, smart speakers, drones, and more.
While common repairs include cracked screens, battery issues, and water damage, the company's repair experts have fixed millions of devices and can help with most any tech mishap, and many basic repairs can be completed in 45 minutes or less.
"I'm looking forward to the opportunity to introduce Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions to Redlands as we continue to serve this region," said Damon Madison, Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions District Manager. "Our team prioritizes customer satisfaction above all else. By offering free diagnostics on all device issues, matching competitors' prices, and guaranteeing fast-turnarounds on device repairs, we're dedicated to making our customers' experience affordable and convenient."
The store's expert repair technicians fix all kinds of technology, regardless of make or model, and the store is an authorized repair provider for Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones. Customers can book a repair appointment online or stop by the store for walk-in service. The store offers free, no-obligation diagnostics on all gadgets, as well as a 1-year limited warranty on all repairs. It even offers a price match guarantee on any local competitor's regularly published price for the same repair.
The new Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions store brings the company's retail footprint to more than 750 locations across the U.S. Formerly known as uBreakiFix®, all U.S. locations will rebrand as Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions throughout 2022.
"We are excited to serve people in Redlands with fast and affordable tech repair," said Dave Barbuto, CEO of Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions. "We all rely on our phones and laptops more than ever before, and our mission is bigger than repairing shattered screens and broken charge ports. We fix tech because people depend on it to stay connected to things that are important to them. I look forward to serving this community through our new location."
The new store is located at:
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions
9980 Alabama St Suite C, Redlands, CA 92374
(909)-843-9093
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, formerly known as uBreakiFix®, is the retail brand operated and franchised by a subsidiary of tech care company Asurion®. As the world's leading tech care company, Asurion eliminates the fears and frustrations associated with technology to ensure its 300 million customers get the most out of their devices, appliances, and connections. Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions stores specialize in the repair of consumer technology, including smartphones, game consoles, tablets, computers, and nearly everything in between. Asurion Tech Repair and Solutions repair experts fix cracked screens, software issues, camera issues, and most other tech mishaps at more than 750 stores across the U.S. The stores provide fast, affordable fixes for nearly any device type, regardless of make or model, including authorized repairs for Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy smartphones.
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NEW ORLEANS, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until July 12, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in securities class action lawsuits against Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NasdaqGS: UPST), if they purchased the Company's securities between March 18, 2021 and May 9, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). These actions are pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
Upstart investors should visit us at https://claimsfiler.com/cases/nasdaq-upst/ or call toll-free (844) 367-9658. Lawyers at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC are available to discuss your legal options.
Upstart and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On May 9, 2022, post-market, the Company revealed its 1Q2022 financial results, disclosing a reduction to its fiscal 2022 guidance, expecting revenue of approximately $1.25 billion and contribution margin of 48% due to "rising interest rates and rising consumer delinquencies [as] putting downward pressure on conversion."
On this news, shares of Upstart fell $43.52, or 56%, to close at $33.61 per share on May 10, 2022.
The first-filed case is Ward v. Upstart Holdings, Inc., No. 22-cv-02856.
ClaimsFiler has a single mission: to serve as the information source to help retail investors recover their share of billions of dollars from securities class action settlements. At ClaimsFiler.com, investors can: (1) register for free to gain access to information and settlement websites for various securities class action cases so they can timely submit their own claims; (2) upload their portfolio transactional data to be notified about relevant securities cases in which they may have a financial interest; and (3) submit inquiries to the Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC law firm for free case evaluations.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN) between April 14, 2021 and July 26, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important October 3, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Coinbase securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Coinbase class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=8095 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 3, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Coinbase custodially held crypto assets on behalf of its customers, which assets Coinbase knew or recklessly disregarded could qualify as the property of a bankruptcy estate, making those assets potentially subject to bankruptcy proceedings in which Coinbase's customers would be treated as the Company's general unsecured creditors; (2) Coinbase allowed Americans to trade digital assets that Coinbase knew or recklessly disregarded should have been registered as securities with the SEC; (3) the foregoing conduct subjected Coinbase to a heightened risk of regulatory and governmental scrutiny and enforcement action; and (4) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Coinbase class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=8095 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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BEACHWOOD, Ohio, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ARC Health, a Thurston Group portfolio company based in Beachwood, OH, is proud to announce the appointment of Vincent Morra as Chief Executive Officer. Formed in 2021, the mental health focused management services organization supports psychiatry, psychology and therapy providers in multiple locations throughout the United States.
"I am honored to lead this innovative partner-centric community of mental health providers, as ARC Health's partnership model is a tremendous value-add for providers," said Mr. Morra, who brings decades of experience in C-level healthcare leadership to the table. "Our providers deliver premier mental health services, and it's exciting to support them with an equally high-caliber corporate organization."
Mr. Morra has over 35 years of healthcare experience. Before joining ARC Health, he served as President of the North Division at Alteon Healthcare for more than 11 years, leading a team of over 800 physicians and 400 advanced practice providers. Prior to Alteon Healthcare, Mr. Morra spent 24 years with NES Healthcare Group in various leadership positions, including serving as CEO for over 10 years.
Dan Davis, Managing Director of Thurston Group, stated "Vince's leadership and industry experience has propelled him to lead multiple initiatives in business development, customer retention, mergers and acquisitions and revenue cycle management in both hospital and community-based practices. We are humbled and honored that he has agreed to lead our exciting partnership in mental health."
The doctor-partner model of ARC Health, first pioneered by Thurston Group companies in other sub-specialties of healthcare, emphasizes local autonomy on the clinical side combined with the competitive advantage of size and expertise on the business side. "Our mission is clearcut: Give each of our provider partners the freedom to practice their way with the power of a team behind them," stated Drs. Boris Royak and Amit Mohan, Founding Doctor Partners of ARC Health.
ARC Health is expanding rapidly throughout the country, partnering with leading mental health providers in attractive geographies.
ARC Health is a premier group of mental health providers who have come together as partners while maintaining their individual identities. Their forward-thinking and supportive partnership of mental health providers is geared toward increasing accessibility via a collaborative network. The ARC Health business model is pioneering the space with a unified, provider-centric approach that reinforces clinical autonomy while also joining together as equity-owning partners. archealthpartners.com
Thurston Group is a private equity firm that focuses on building industry-leading companies in the healthcare and related business-service sectors. Thurston has an extensive track record of partnering with physicians and building fast-growing healthcare businesses, including SGA Dental Partners, Gen4 Dental Partners, Smiles Dental, ARC Health, Options Medical Weight Loss and U.S. Orthopaedic Partners. Over its 36-year history, Thurston Group has returned over $4B of invested capital. For additional information about Thurston Group, please visit Thurston Group's website at www.thurstongroup.com.
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As the number of monkeypox cases climbs amid an ongoing global outbreak, US health officials said Friday that they are ramping up testing and contact tracing and expanding access to vaccines and treatments.
As part of those efforts, about 1,200 doses of vaccine for monkeypox have been offered in the United States, said Dr. Raj Panjabi, White House senior director for global health security and biodefense.
"We want to ensure that people with high-risk exposures have rapid access to vaccines and, if they become sick, can receive appropriate treatment. To date, we've delivered around 1,200 vaccines," Panjabi said. "And 100 treatment courses to eight jurisdictions, and we have more to offer states."
Health care workers in Massachusetts treating monkeypox patients were among the first to receive vaccinations to protect them against the virus.
In the United States, the two-dose Jynneos vaccine is licensed to prevent smallpox and specifically to prevent monkeypox. Another smallpox vaccine licensed in the United States, ACAM2000, can also be used for monkeypox.
To date, more than 120 PCR orthopox tests have been performed across the United States as part of monitoring the outbreak.
"This is just a fraction of what's available," Panjabi said, adding that 67 labs across 46 states -- part of a network known as the Laboratory Response Network -- have the "collective ability" to perform more than 1,000 tests per day.
"So what we're working on now is to ensure that that testing capacity is used," he said. People with monkeypox symptoms are encouraged to see a health care provider, and providers are urged to test if they suspect that someone might have monkeypox.
There could be 'community-level' spread, CDC official warns
Officials with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday urged clinicians to be on the lookout for possible monkeypox cases as the virus could be spreading on the community level.
Twenty cases of monkeypox have been identified across 11 states, as well as an additional case in the United States who was infected and tested elsewhere, said Dr. Jennifer McQuiston, deputy director of the CDC's Division of High Consequence Pathogens and Pathology.
All of the patients are in recovery or have recovered, and those who still have a rash are being advised to stay home and isolate from others until they're fully recovered.
"I want to emphasize that this could be happening in other parts of the United States. There could be community-level transmission that is happening, and that's why we want to really increase our surveillance efforts," McQuiston said. "We want to really encourage physicians that if they see a rash and they're concerned it might be monkeypox, to go ahead and test for that."
She added that the rashes appearing as a result of monkeypox infections in this outbreak can be subtle and easily mistaken for other types of infections, especially sexually transmitted infections -- and there could be co-infections of monkeypox with STIs.
McQuiston said that the rash from a monkeypox infection typically appears as "deep-seated" and "well-rounded" lesions that progress to raised or fluid-filled pustules. It could be confused for other infectious diseases like herpes or syphilis, she added.
"That being said, we don't want to minimize this condition. The rash caused by monkeypox virus can spread widely across the body or present in sensitive areas like the genitalia," McQuiston said. "It can be really painful, and some patients have reported needing prescription pain medicine to manage that pain. The sores can also cause long-term scarring on the skin."
An analysis of genetic sequencing data from cases in the United States indicates that two genetically distinct variants of monkeypox may be circulating, McQuiston said.
The genetic sequence data is "certainly interesting from a scientific perspective," but "to determine how long monkeypox virus has been circulating is going to require analysis of a lot more sequences from a lot more patients to begin to piece together that puzzle in a clearer way," she said. "It's certainly possible that there could have been monkeypox cases in the United States that went under the radar previously, but not to any great degree."
She added that the risk to the public is still low and that the finding of cases with distinct lineages is a "positive sign" that the nation's surveillance network is working.
CDC researchers and health officials published a report Friday describing many of the US monkeypox cases, noting that "ongoing investigation suggests person-to-person community transmission, and CDC urges health departments, clinicians, and the public to remain vigilant, institute appropriate infection prevention and control measures, and notify public health authorities of suspected cases to reduce disease spread."
Among 17 cases described in the report across nine states, all of the patients had a rash, 14 of them reported traveling internationally during the 21 days preceding their symptoms, and all but one identified as a man who has sex with men (MSM). Three were immunocompromised. All of the patients were adults.
"The high proportion of initial cases diagnosed in this outbreak in persons who identify as gay, bisexual, or other MSM, might simply reflect an early introduction of monkeypox into interconnected social networks; this finding might also reflect ascertainment bias because of strong, established relationships between some MSM and clinical providers with robust STI services and broad knowledge of infectious diseases, including uncommon conditions," CDC researchers wrote in the report.
"However, infections are often not confined to certain geographies or population groups; because close physical contact with infected persons can spread monkeypox, any person, irrespective of gender or sexual orientation, can acquire and spread monkeypox."
Globally, officials at the World Health Organization say, more countries are reporting monkeypox cases that have not seen the virus before.
"Cases have been reported in 26 countries" where the virus is not endemic, Maria Van Kerkhove, WHO's emerging diseases and zoonoses lead and technical lead on Covid-19, said during a news briefing Thursday. She added that more than 600 cases have been identified in these countries.
"As surveillance increases, as attention increases, we expect that more cases will be identified," she said. "Many public health outbreak investigations are ongoing."
Rosamund Lewis, WHO's technical lead for monkeypox, said Tuesday that this outbreak is different from previous ones because "we're seeing cases all appearing in a relatively short period of time."
"What we're seeing now began as a small cluster of cases, and then the investigation rapidly led to discovery of infections in a group of men who have sex with men, and this led to further investigations, and so we don't yet know what the source of the actual outbreak is," Lewis said. "What's most important now is not to stigmatize."
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Destrehan, Louisiana couple recognized for commitment to healthy, active living
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SilverSneakers® by Tivity Health®, the nation's leading community fitness program for older Americans, announced today the national winner of its 18th annual SilverSneakers Member of the Year Award. The award honors a SilverSneakers member or members who inspire and motivate other seniors through health, physical activity, and community.
This year's recipient is a couple—Mary and Larry St. Germain of Destrehan, LA. The St. Germains are recognized for their embodiment of wellness through movement, social engagement and community involvement.
Married for 59 years, the couple is committed to staying active through SilverSneakers because of Larry's family history of heart disease and his suffering a heart attack at only 42 years old. The St. Germains have been SilverSneakers members for ten years and attend multiple classes a week at Destrehan Anytime Fitness. The couple attends SilverSneakers classes as a benefit through Humana, their Medicare Advantage plan.
"Mary and Larry St. Germain represent the great group of Member of the Year nominees who inspire and encourage others to improve their health through physical activity. We are thrilled to honor them as SilverSneakers' Member of the Year," said Richard Ashworth, president and CEO of Tivity Health. "The St. Germains exemplify the tremendous strength and commitment our members have to maintain their health and vitality."
Larry loves community engagement and often dresses up as Batman to entertain children at schools and church fairs, even working with Make-A-Wish Foundation to help make a local boy's wish come true. Recently, Mary had a knee replacement. Her doctor attributed her ability to bounce back quickly to her activity with SilverSneakers and encouraged her to get back to working out as soon as she could.
"The past 11 years have meant a lot to us. Experiencing a heart attack at 42 was a wake-up call, and I owe everything to SilverSneakers for allowing me to be as active as I am in my health right now," said Larry St. Germain. "If we can change one person's idea about being active at our age, then we did our job of making a difference."
"It's such an unbelievable, amazing feeling to receive such an honorable award – it really means the world to us," said Mary St. Germain. "Our fellow gym members and teachers are family, and their votes and support made this possible."
The St. Germains will be honored alongside nine other SilverSneakers members who were selected as finalists for the award. A public online vote determined the national winner. Read more about the SilverSneakers Member of the Year winner and finalists: SilverSneakers.com/MOYAward.
Over the past two years, many SilverSneakers members have transitioned to live, instructor-led and On-Demand virtual classes to help them stay connected and keep active while also staying safe. SilverSneakers currently offers thousands of live virtual classes each week in addition to a network of over 22,000 fitness locations nationwide.
Currently, more than 18 million Americans are eligible for SilverSneakers at no additional cost through Medicare Advantage, group retiree and Medicare Supplement plans. SilverSneakers encourages members to participate in health and fitness programs through a wide variety of offerings that include strength training, aerobic workouts, and flexibility exercises designed specifically for a Medicare-eligible population. SilverSneakers members have free access to classes for all fitness levels led by SilverSneakers instructors, as well as opportunities to engage socially to help achieve optimal health.
About SilverSneakers
SilverSneakers®, by Tivity Health®, is the nation's leading community fitness program for Medicare eligible Americans. The program was founded in 1992 and is available to more than 18 million Americans through many Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement carriers, and group retiree plans. For more information, to check eligibility or to enroll in the program or sign up for a SilverSneakers newsletter, go to silversneakers.com.
About Tivity Health
Tivity Health® Inc., is a leading provider of healthy life-changing solutions, including SilverSneakers®, Prime® Fitness and WholeHealth Living®. We help adults improve their health and support them on life's journey by providing access to in-person and virtual physical activity, social, and mental enrichment programs, as well as a full suite of physical medicine and integrative health services. We continue to enhance the way we direct members along their journey to better health by delivering an insights-driven, personalized, interactive experience. Our suite of services supports health plans nationwide as they seek to reduce costs and improve health outcomes. At Tivity Health, we deliver the resources members need to live healthier, happier, more connected lives. Learn more at www.tivityhealth.com.
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Posillico Civil, a leading New York based civil construction firm with operations in the Northeast and Texas acquires Martins Construction, a premier heavy highway and bridge construction company based in the Mid-Atlantic region.
FALLS CHURCH, Va., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Posillico Civil, Inc., a 76 year old family-owned civil construction firm has acquired Martins Construction Corp., a premier heavy highway and bridge construction company in the Mid-Atlantic region. Just as the country is about to see a surge in infrastructure spending, the founders of Martins, reached the decision to retire, creating a tremendous opportunity for the right buyer. After careful review and deliberation, the Martins executive team selected Posillico as the best fit to continue its legacy. The acquisition also presented an exciting opportunity for Posillico to add an already established and successful Mid-Atlantic Division to its fast-growing national presence. The move to acquire Martins first started in September 2021, the process took eight months, and the deal was signed on April 29, 2022. All of the employees of Martins will remain with the company and continue to operate under the Martins brand and continued leadership of Pooya Azar, who will serve as COO.
Joseph K. Posillico, Posillico's President/CEO and Partner stated, "The acquisition of Martins fits perfectly into Posillico's mission of setting the standard for excellence in the construction industry relative to infrastructure, quality of life, and making a difference by using innovation and solid relationships at all levels. We feel that the significant synergies amongst the cultures of Posillico and Martins as well as our mutual commitment to safety, quality and client service are such that the merger of our two operations will be seamless."
Azar stated, "By purchasing Martins, Posillico is acquiring a construction firm that is well-positioned to benefit heavily from the massive increase in infrastructure spending in the coming years. We selected Posillico, amongst other compelling offers, because of their strong leadership, successful acquisition history, compatible family-operated culture and exceptional financial strength." Azar stated further that, "With Posillico's added bonding capacity and vast resources, Martins will now have access to the necessary technology and capital to further expand its reach and take its operation to the next level."
For four generations, Posillico has combined an ironclad commitment to quality and performance with an unequaled family work ethic, making the company a leader in public works projects. Incorporated in 1946 under Joseph D. Posillico, Sr., the company has grown to become one of the top engineering contracting firms in the New York Tri-State area. Posillico has built its reputation from its complex, public projects in the New York area. It has worked with most government agencies and leading private development companies to improve New York's infrastructure over the better part of a century.
Similarly, Martins has established a reputation for reliability and excellence over 30 years of performing some of the most challenging and visible bridge construction and rehabilitation projects of the vibrant National Capital Region. Since the promotion of Pooya Azar to the executive team in 2015 as VP of Operations, the company's range and scope of capabilities have grown exponentially to covers the full array of bridge construction specialties, with a core focus on complex bridge rehabilitation projects. Based out of Falls Church, VA, Martins has continually expanded its capacity and reach and has successfully performed projects of up to $40M in the Mid-Atlantic, spanning from southern VA to northern MD.
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LONDON (AP) — Two minutes of silence will be observed Monday across the United Kingdom at the end of Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral at Westminster Abbey, giving British public across the nation a chance to pay their respects to the late monarch.
Buckingham Palace released more details Thursday about the state funeral of the queen who died Sept. 8 at 96 and her private interment later Monday. Her death at her beloved Balmoral Castle summer retreat ended the monarch’s 70-year reign.
Edward William Fitzalan-Howard, the official in charge of arrangements, said the funeral and events over coming days are intended to “unite people across the globe and resonate with people of all faiths, whilst fulfilling her majesty and her family’s wishes to pay a fitting tribute to an extraordinary reign.”
Tens of thousands were standing in a line Thursday that snaked for more than four miles along the River Thames in London, waiting to file in silence past her coffin.
“The queen held a unique and timeless position in all our lives. This has been felt more keenly over the past few days, as the world comes to terms with her demise,” Fitzalan-Howard said.
On Friday evening, King Charles III and his siblings will stand vigil at their mother’s coffin for 15 minutes as it lies in state at the 900-year-old Westminster Hall at the Houses of Parliament. Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward also stood vigil with the coffin when it lay in St. Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh earlier this week.
After the state funeral on Monday, attended by 2,000 guests, including U.S. President Joe Biden and other visiting heads of state, Elizabeth’s coffin will be carried through the historic heart of London, from Westminster Abbey to Wellington Arch near Buckingham Palace on a horse-drawn gun carriage with Charles and other royals walking behind.
Also among the funeral guests will be nearly 200 people honored by the late queen for their work responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and in sectors including charities, healthcare and education.
Amid pomp and pageantry, the coffin will travel along virtually the same route, including down the flag-lined Mall to the one it passed Wednesday in front of hushed throngs of mourners when it was taken from the palace to the Houses of Parliament.
London’s Heathrow Airport announced it will halt all flights for 15 minutes before the two-minute national silence on Monday, until 15 minutes after it has finished “to avoid noise disruption.”
From London, the queen’s coffin will then be driven in the state hearse to Windsor for a committal service at St. George’s Chapel near Windsor Castle, attended by 800 people, including members of the queen’s household and Windsor estate staff.
At the end of the service, the coffin will be lowered into the Royal Vault and the sovereign’s piper will play a lament. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, will pronounce the blessing and the congregation will sing “God Save The King.”
Members of the royal family will then hold a private burial service at the King George VI Memorial Chapel, where the queen will be interred with her late husband, Prince Philip, who died last year at 99.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (NYSE: AB) and AllianceBernstein L.P., a leading research and global investment management firm, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of CarVal Investors ("CarVal"). AB announced its intention to acquire CarVal on March 17, 2022.
Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., CarVal is a global private alternatives investment manager with approximately $15 billion in assets under management ("AUM")(1), primarily focused on opportunistic and distressed credit, renewable energy infrastructure, specialty finance and transportation investments.
"We are pleased to complete this acquisition of global manager CarVal Investors, which expands AB's private markets platform to $50 billion in AUM, underscoring our commitment to accelerating the growth of our Private Alternatives business, with our partner Equitable," said AB President and CEO Seth Bernstein. "From CarVal's unwavering commitment to clients to their collaborative culture and dynamic leadership, this acquisition strongly aligns with our firm's strategic priorities. We look forward to all that we will accomplish together as one team."
Following the announcement in March, client activity and fundraising momentum has been strong, with over $2.1 billion raised by CarVal across their diverse product line-up.
As of today, CarVal has officially been rebranded as AB CarVal Investors. For more information on the acquisition, please reference the March press release.
(1) AUM of CarVal comprised of approximately $11.7 billion in fee-earning AUM and $3.7 billion in fee-eligible AUM. Pro forma AUM of AB comprised of approximately $37.6 billion in fee-earning AUM and $12.6 billion in fee-eligible AUM. Figures may not sum due to rounding. Numbers as of May 31, 2022.
AllianceBernstein is a leading global investment management firm that offers high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional investors, individuals, and private wealth clients in major world markets. As of May 2022, AllianceBernstein had $687 billion in assets under management. Additional information about AB may be found on our website, www.alliancebernstein.com.
Various statements in this news release relating to the acquisition by AB of CarVal are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Act of 1995. These statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, concern expected growth, client growth and stockholder benefits, key assumptions, revenue realization, financial benefits or returns and accretion and integration costs. The most significant transaction-related and other risk factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by our forward-looking statements include, among other risks disclosed in AB's public filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission: the completion and integration of the acquisition may adversely impact CarVal's business operations (including the threatened or actual loss of employees, clients or suppliers); and the anticipated benefits of the transaction, including the realization of revenue, accretion, and financial benefits or returns, may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected, including if AB units to be issued after the date hereof trade at a price below anticipated levels. We caution readers to carefully consider such factors.
Further, these forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which such statements are made; we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements. For further information regarding these forward-looking statements and the factors that could cause actual results to differ, see "Risk Factors" and "Cautions Regarding Forward Looking Statements" in AB's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and subsequent Forms 10 Q. Any or all of the forward-looking statements made in this news release, Form 10-K, Forms 10 Q, other documents we file with or furnish to the SEC, and any other public statements we issue, may turn out to be wrong. It is important to remember that other factors besides those listed in "Risk Factors" and "Cautions Regarding Forward Looking Statements," and those listed above, could also adversely affect our revenues, financial condition, results of operations and business prospects.
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Judge tosses Girl Scouts’ recruitment suit vs. Boy Scouts
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge on Thursday rejected Girl Scouts’ claims that the Boy Scouts created marketplace confusion and damaged their recruitment efforts by using words like “scouts” and “scouting” in their recruitment drives.
Manhattan Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein ruled that the Boy Scouts of America can describe their activities as “scouting” without referring to gender and that the matter does not need to be put to a jury.
Hellerstein said his written decision caps a “serious, contentious and expensive” litigation and necessitates dismissal of the lawsuit brought by the Girls Scouts of the United States of America.
The lawsuit was filed in late 2018, a year after the Boy Scouts announced that boy scouting and cub scouting would be open to girls, leading the organizations to compete for members after social trends and a rise in sports league participation drove down membership for decades. The pattern worsened when the pandemic hit.
“The Boy Scouts adopted the Scout Terms to describe accurately the co-ed nature of programming, not to confuse or exploit Girl Scouts’ reputation,” Hellerstein wrote. “Such branding is consistent with the scout-formative branding Boy Scouts has used for a century, including in its co-ed programs that have existed since the 1970s.”
The term “scout” is descriptive of both the Boy Scouts’ and Girl Scouts’ programming, the judge wrote.
“The Boy Scouts’ decision to become co-ed, even if it affects Girl Scouts’ operations, does not demonstrate bad faith,” the judge added.
Hellerstein’s decision comes while the Boy Scouts are in bankruptcy proceedings in Delaware that began in February 2020. The Irving, Texas-based organization sought bankruptcy protection after it was named in hundreds of lawsuits brought by individuals claiming they were molested by scout leaders as minors.
Messages seeking comment left with lawyers in the case were not immediately returned.
In his decision, Hellerstein wrote that he was siding with the Boy Scouts in part because the Girls Scouts cannot prove that a likelihood of confusion was caused by the Boy Scouts’ use of the term “scout.”
He said the Girl Scouts had cited instances of parents confusing the two organizations. But he added that the choice to join one organization or the other is made after several interactions with the organization, by children’s desires to join a group siblings or friends have joined, or other factors unrelated to trademarks and branding.
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The list honors a select group of North American IT solution providers.
MIDDLETON, Wis., April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OneNeck® IT Solutions Earns Recognition on the 2022 CRN® Tech Elite 250 List Greenwood Village, CO, April 21, 2022 — OneNeck IT Solutions today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, will feature OneNeck IT Solutions on its 2022 Tech Elite 250 list. This list recognizes solution providers across the U.S. and Canada that have earned the highest level of technical certifications from leading technology suppliers such as Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Dell Technologies, Cisco and more. Companies chosen for the Tech Elite 250 list have distinguished themselves as dedicated and passionate solution providers willing to go above and beyond for their customers by ensuring they have the training and technical know-how necessary to provide expert-level service.
"It's rewarding to be named to CRN's 2022 Tech Elite 250 list for the 8th year in a row, said Terry Swanson, President and CEO, OneNeck IT Solutions. "Our team proactively invests in our vendor certifications and partner qualifications to ensure we have the skills and knowledge to support our customers from on-prem to the cloud."
"CRN's annual Tech Elite 250 list recognizes solution providers that have earned top-level certifications from key technology suppliers and proven their ability to consistently meet the high standards of their customers and partners," said Blaine Raddon, CEO of The Channel Company. "Solution providers featured on this list have maintained a consistent focus on innovation and have built a comprehensive understanding of the ever-evolving technologies and practices that enable ongoing success in the IT channel. We're proud to honor them in this manner."
Coverage of the Tech Elite 250 will be featured in the April issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/techelite250
About OneNeck IT Solutions
OneNeck IT Solutions LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc., employs 450 people throughout the U.S. The company offers multi-cloud solutions, combined with managed services, professional IT services, hardware and local connectivity via top-tier data centers in Arizona, Colorado, Iowa, Minnesota, Oregon and Wisconsin. OneNeck's team of technology professionals deliver secure, modern platforms and applications for organizations embracing data-driven transformation and secure end-to-end solutions. Visit oneneck.com.
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. [NYSE: TDS], a Fortune 1000® company, provides wireless; cable and wireline broadband, TV and voice; and hosted and managed services. TDS has approximately six million connections nationwide through its businesses U.S. Cellular, TDS Telecom, OneNeck IT Solutions LLC and TDS Broadband Service. Recently, TDS has been named to three Forbes lists: America's Best Employers for Diversity, Best Large Employers, and Best Employers for Women. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Chicago, TDS employs 9,400 people. Visit tdsinc.com.
About The Channel Company
The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers, and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequalled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. www.thechannelcompany.com Follow The Channel Company: Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
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NORTHBROOK, Ill., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a notification from UL Solutions that the Clean-agent Extinguishing Systems identified below bear unauthorized UL Certification Marks for the United States and are shown in photo 1 below. These Clean-agent Extinguishing Systems have not been evaluated by UL Solutions to the appropriate Safety Standards and it is unknown if they comply with any safety requirements.
Although the Clean-agent Extinguishing Systems are marked with Steel Recon Industries Sdn Bhd's brand name "SRI" and UL Certification No. "EX27164", the Clean-agent Extinguishing Systems were not manufactured by nor are affiliated with Steel Recon Industries Sdn Bhd.
The notice does not cover authorized Extinguishing Systems manufactured by Steel Recon Industries Sdn Bhd shown in photo 2 below. Authorized product can be identified by Steel Recon Industries brand name "SRI" embossed on the valve assembly and is also provided with a solenoid actuator and pressure gauge that both bear a UL Recognized Component Mark. The unauthorized product does not display any of these features.
Name of Product: Clean-agent Extinguishing System Units
Remedy: UL recommends that these products be removed from service.
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The Clean-agent Extinguishing Systems bear unauthorized UL Certification Marks and the following:
SR-200
FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
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SRI
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Donna Goudie Joins as Managing Director and Brady Stump Takes on Dual Role
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inhabit IQ, a software company serving residential and vacation property management industries, announced today that travel industry executive Donna Goudie will oversee the company's Vacation division, while RentalGuardian CEO Brady Stump will serve as Director of Vacation Rental Strategy.
As Managing Director, Goudie will work across the Vacation division to drive strategic initiatives and client advocacy programs designed to accelerate the future of vacation rental technology and deliver greater value to the vacation rental industry. Goudie has more than two decades of experience in travel and hospitality technology, most recently as Chief Operating Officer at Cendyn. Prior to that, she spent nearly 20 years in a variety of leadership roles with Amadeus, spanning operations, services, learning, sales, research and development.
"Donna has an agile mindset, a people-first approach, and a passion for customer satisfaction, combined with a proven track record of operational excellence. Brady has built his career on outstanding service to property owners, managers, and travelers, and is well respected within the vacation industry," said Lisa Stinnett, CEO of Inhabit IQ. "We'll lean on their insights and expertise as we continue to develop innovative, best-in-class products and programs for our vacation rental clients."
"It's an exciting time to join a thriving company like Inhabit, especially with the current post-pandemic travel resurgence," said Goudie. "Inhabit's Vacation division arms short-term rental companies with software solutions to help them manage all aspects of their business and achieve greater success."
As CEO and co-founder of RentalGuardian, a leading travel and property protection service, Stump brings more than a dozen years of experience to his expanded role. He will continue in his current post leading RentalGuardian while taking on the additional responsibilities of helping shape Inhabit's vacation rental strategy.
Stump added, "More travel means busier, growing vacation rental businesses, and our mission is to use our technology to help those companies scale and succeed. I'm thrilled for the opportunity to deliver even greater value to the vacation rental sector which is such a vital part of a healthy economy."
The duo will collaborate with Inhabit's Government Affairs Director Scott Leggat to advocate for vacation rental professionals.
Inhabit IQ is a software company serving the residential and vacation property management industries. Its strategic partnerships deliver best-in-class software solutions and services while fostering innovation and collaboration with like-minded entrepreneurs and industry leaders. The company believes that property managers should have the opportunity to choose platforms that best support their business goals and benefit from strategic partnerships across their ecosystem. Inhabit IQ has several private equity partners, including Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Insight Partners, Greater Sum Ventures and PSG, that are committed to helping support the Company's commitment to property management software innovation. To learn more, visit InhabitIQ.com.
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A Bell County grand jury on Wednesday declined to indict two young men — including a Fort Hood soldier — on sexual assault charges after they met a 14-year-old girl on a dating app and had sex with her.
Aaron Kane Ford, 20, of Fort Hood, and Kolton Mitcham, 18, of Salado, will not be indicted on second-degree felony charges of sexual assault of a child. They met the girl through the adult-oriented Tinder app.
The two men were arrested in January after a warrant was filed on Jan. 4. Ford posted a $75,000 bond on Jan. 31, while Mitcham posted a $100,000 bond on Jan. 6.
The arrests stemmed from two different dates when the girl was picked up by each suspect and driven to an isolated area for sex.
According to an arrest affidavit filed by the Temple Police Department, investigators learned about the encounters on Oct. 5, 2021 during an investigation at Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center.
The girl told investigators she agreed to be picked by Ford on an undisclosed date at 2 a.m. for a sexual encounter at Miller Park.
“Afterwards, the suspect drove the victim back to the original place in Temple,” the affidavit said. “The victim further stated she was 14 years of age at the time and not married.”
Ford was interviewed and, according to the affidavit, said he met the girl, and they drove to a park where the two hung out in his Jeep.
Lt. Col. Jennifer Bocanegra of the Fort Hood Public Affairs Office previously confirmed Ford was an enlisted soldier assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division in Fort Hood since September 2021.
Bocanegra did not immediately respond to inquiries about Ford’s current enlistment.
The affidavit also said the girl told investigators that on Oct. 1, 2021, she was picked up by Mitcham at 9 p.m. and driven to the Temple Mall parking lot for a sexual encounter.
During an interview, Mitcham corroborated the girl’s story.
A spokeswoman from the Temple Police Department previously told the Telegram both encounters happened in October. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_a9ef641c-d7bb-11ec-b418-7b8680be3d5e.html | 2022-05-19T23:52:33Z |
JACKSON, N.J., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RXDco, the "forward-thinking" premium cannabis packaging company, innovators of unique, child-resistant containers and bags, has been named a "Finalist" by the prestigious World CBD Awards in the category of "Best Packaging Company" for its two premier products, Atid and C-Series.
Atid and C-Series are part of RXDco's premium line of products. Atid was designed with form, function, and sustainability in mind. It is constructed of biodegradable paper, certified child-resistant, and with its patented flex-stretch pull top will keep even the most persistent little fingers from gaining access. In addition, Atid's cylindrical shape makes for great branding, retail shelf presence, and portability. The C-Series is a concentrate lovers' dream boasting a "Push n Turn" Teflon-lined CR cap and glass container that simultaneously creates an air-tight seal maintaining product freshness while ensuring child safety. Available in a variety of options, including round or square, and finishes in clear, black, and white, the C-Series is the perfect concentrate companion always available and at home in your pocket or purse.
Steven Jay RXDco's CMO explains, "it has always been our mission to bring cannabis packaging solutions to market that go above and beyond the ordinary in quality, safety, and design. We are honored and humbled to have been recognized by the World CBD Awards for our efforts."
With the goal of creating and maintaining a positive image for the industry as one that is safe, responsible, transparent, and operated with integrity, the World CBD Awards was established as an annual event seeking to bring recognition and praise to those companies producing compliant, safe, and effective CBD/Hemp products devices, and services worldwide. The judges who select finalists and ultimate winners are made up of an impartial group of scientists, physicians, and professionals within the CBD/Hemp industry
RXDco is a premium Cannabis, Hemp/CBD packaging manufacturer specializing in cutting-edge, custom-branded packaging solutions. With over 100 years of experience in the packaging industry, RXDco is unique in its understanding of regulatory & compliance packaging, possessing the knowledge and expertise to deliver any packaging need. Recognized by leading brands for its forward-thinking and innovative capabilities, RXDco is a trendsetting industry trailblazer. With unparalleled R&D capabilities, in-house graphic design, industry-best pricing, and first-class customer support, RXDco truly is the total package.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.
DEWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/DeWALT-Recalls-Nearly-1-4-Million-Miter-Saws-Due-to-Injury-and-Laceration-Hazards
Makita U.S.A. Recalls Cordless Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Makita-U-S-A-Recalls-Cordless-Hedge-Trimmers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard
About the U.S. CPSC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC.
For lifesaving information:
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- Report a dangerous product or a product-related injury on www.SaferProducts.gov.
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ORLANDO, Fla., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- McKim & Creed, one of the largest engineering and surveying firms in the U.S., today announced that Matt LaLuzerne, MBA, PSM has joined the firm as its Geomatics Business Development Director focusing on the firm's surveying and geospatial business in Florida.
In this role, Mr. LaLuzerne will be responsible for expanding the firm's Florida coverage, entrance into new markets, and expanding service capabilities with a focus on growing transportation, municipal, federal, utility, architectural, and private development clientele. He will also serve as a technical subject matter expert focusing on process improvement of remote sensing and technology-forward applications.
"Matt brings years of technical knowledge and expertise as well as many industry relationships to McKim & Creed," said Geomatics Regional Manager Chris Bosshart. "We are excited about how he'll help grow our footprint here in Florida."
McKim & Creed Senior Vice President of Geomatics Tom Ruschkewicz said Mr. LaLuzerne's technical expertise is in line with the firm's strategic plan.
"McKim & Creed is committed to creating innovative solutions for our clients by using the latest advanced geospatial technology," Ruschkewicz said. "We are thrilled to have Matt's extensive knowledge of mobile LiDAR, aerial LiDAR, and photogrammetry along with his project experience using this technology to help achieve the needs of our customers."
Mr. LaLuzerne earned a Bachelor of Science degree in geomatics from University of Florida and a Master of Business Administration degree from the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College.
About McKim & Creed: McKim & Creed is an employee-owned engineering and surveying firm with more than 750 staff members in offices throughout the U.S. McKim & Creed specializes in civil, environmental, mechanical, instrumentation, plumbing, and structural engineering; industrial design-build services; airborne and mobile LiDAR/scanning; unmanned aerial systems; subsurface utility engineering; and hydrographic and conventional surveying services for the energy, transportation, federal, land development, water and building markets. www.mckimcreed.com.
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- Advisory board has begun the archival process, re-examining and curating OG Collection's substantial contents to unlock maximum revenue potential.
- The Company is actively looking to engage an M&A banking group to facilitate the successful completion of a transaction related to the OG Collection, Inc.
- Analysis of the NFT space has been a year-long endeavor; the Company took advantage of the most recent market volatility to acquire the vast majority of its Web 3.0 asset portfolio in the last 30 days.
- Creatd's shareholders are expected to receive up to 1/3 of the newly spun-off company.
NEW YORK, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Creatd, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: CRTD) ("Creatd" or the "Company"), the parent company of Creatd Studios, today announced the creation of an advisory board for the OG Collection, tasked with guiding the Company toward maximizing the potential value of the media library, which comprises a cache of rare and never-before-published materials and artwork originating from Bob Guccione's personal and professional archives. These materials are rich sources for the colorful storytelling Creatd has become known for, painting a complicated picture of a highly influential and previously mysterious figure of 1960s-2000s popular culture.
In addition, the portfolio includes a number of transmedia projects that the Company has released previously or currently has in development, including:
- Filthy Gorgeous: The Bob Guccione Story: An insightful look into the mind of an artist, an entrepreneur, and an emperor. The film premiered at the Toronto Film Festival in 2013.
- Till Human Voices Wake Us: A fashion short starring Lindsay Lohan and directed by renowned artist and photographer Indrani. Premiered in 2015 and won Best Picture at International Fashion Film Awards.
- The Mind's Eye: The Art of OMNI: An art book celebrating the remarkable creators who contributed to the most innovative and artistic science-fiction magazine in publishing history, OMNI. The book was published in partnership with Powerhouse Books in 2014. Red Bull Studios celebrated the release with a collaborative, experiential event.
- In production: The re-release and film adaptation of No One's Pet: The Autobiography of Sheila Kennedy: Exploring Kennedy's life in Guccione's New York penthouse and out, punctuated by her time as Penthouse Pet of the Year 1983. The book-to-film adaptation of the No One's Pet intellectual property includes a planned series for a streaming service, podcasts, and additional books on the lives of Penthouse Pets and individuals associated with the Guccione empire in the 20th century.
- In development: a fictionalized series inspired by the life and history of Bob Guccione, illustrating the personal life and inner workings of the man behind a media empire that would change the industry forever.
- In development: two podcasts on health and wellness inspired by the Company's intellectual property Longevity and Viva. Both trademarks are part of the Company's proprietary portfolio.
- In development: Sci-Fi anthology TV series inspired by the content of OMNI. In partnership with a streaming service, the Company is excited to bring the legacy content of OMNI Magazine back to life.
The Company previously announced on March 30, 2022, its intention to spin off the OG Collection into a new publicly-traded entity, an initiative expected to be a key liquidity event for the Company. The new company will maintain an ongoing partnership with Creatd Studios. The Company is actively in discussions with a number of M&A advisors and is reviewing multiple options including listing the new company on both the Nasdaq and tZERO.
As the Company has stated previously, the Collection is not currently valued on the Company's balance sheet based on purchase price accounting guidance, despite its physical assets alone having been independently appraised at as much as $10MM. The copyright and additional media assets since acquired could see the value increase significantly. Upon its completion, the spin-off should strengthen the Company's balance sheet and reward Creatd's shareholders.
To help spearhead the effort, the Company today announced that it has established an advisory board consisting of several highly experienced archivists and headed by Creatd's Lead Editorial Innovator and published author, Erica Wagner.
The advisory board includes:
- Martha Ball, the Processing Archivist for the OG Collection, is an emerging archivist who specializes in conscientious archiving of mixed media materials that illuminate and complicate popular culture history. Martha comes to the OG Collection from The Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America at Harvard Radcliffe Institute and the D.C. Punk Archive, where she began her focus on describing and revealing the stories of women in cultural spaces.
- Consulting Archivist Parker Fishel is an archivist and curator who has spent the last decade preserving and celebrating popular music collections. Most prominently he has worked extensively with the Bob Dylan Archive® as well as the Grammy Award-winning Bootleg Series releases that explore the collection. With experience facilitating appraisals, acquisitions, archival organization, and public access, Parker's focus is on bringing private collections to light and surfacing the stories within.
- A professional archivist for over 15 years, Jenifer Monger has focused on engaging communities and promoting responsible collections stewardship to foster a rich understanding of archival collections. She is currently the Assistant Institute Archivist at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with roots in the curatorial and museum collections management sector.
Archival processing will establish the Company's organizational and intellectual control over the Collection, supporting the asset's ability to generate significant revenue. The Collection represents an impactful and popular sector of 20th-century cultural history that is not often explored or analyzed, representing new opportunities to further the understanding of sexuality, gender, and American studies among other disciplines. Without proper preservation and storytelling, this swath of history, one that is both complicated and prominent in cultural memory, is at risk of being lost forever.
The advisory board will execute curation, bespoke rehousing, documentation, and research to ensure the Company can fully leverage the contents of the collection, which include:
- Over 250,000 unique photographs, slides, and negatives:
- Approximately 30 portfolios and five flat slides containing 65,000 bound and unbound drawings, sketches, cartoons, and artwork by legendary illustrators, including Guccione himself, Alexander Wolfgang Olo, Michael Cummings, Bill Lee, and V. Kotyonochkin as well as satirists, humorists, and sci-fi artists. Highlights of these materials include the original 1969 Penthouse advertisements targeting Playboy's famous bunny logo.
- Nearly 1,000 documents of published and unpublished contracts, interviews, exposées, legal proceedings, handwritten letters, and other unique materials relating to contents and subjects throughout the General Media library of magazines, including some of the most recognizable figures in 20th-century history.
- Thousands of hours of original video taken by the creative groups at General Media and their associated magazines, Penthouse, OMNI, Longevity, and Viva.
Commented Creatd's Founder and Executive Chairman Jeremy Frommer, "We have long waited to recognize and unlock the tremendous value embedded in the OG Collection, Inc. Due to particular accounting guidance, this collection has never been carried on our balance sheet. Spinning off the asset is the only way for shareholders to be rewarded. This one-of-a-kind collection can unlock tremendous value from my favorites, such as retelling the OMNI stories and reimagining the film Caligula in partnership with the Creatd Studios pillar."
The market for NFT membership and use case projects continues to expand as Reddit, Snap, GameStop, and Universal all push forward with bold new NFT initiatives to support creators.
In addition to the vast physical components of the media library, the OG Collection, Inc. maintains a Web 3.0 portfolio, primarily created during the significant pull-back in asset prices, the portfolio includes:
- Metaverse plots in Decentraland, a 3D virtual world browser-based platform for digital assets, to digitally house the OG Gallery, NFT portfolio, and experiential event hosting
- The internally created OG Gallery NFT portfolio was established at minimum cost given the ownership of the underlying art by the OG Collection.
- In addition to the proprietary collection, its externally created NFT portfolio consists of artwork from creators, brands, and artists the Company is inspired by and associated with, including influencers under Creatd's WHE Agency. These NFT assets were purchased at floor and early-stage level during the recent significant pull-back in NFT asset valuations.
- The Company additionally purchased cryptocurrencies including Ethereum, Polygon, and Mana to fund the OG Collections' future Web 3.0 initiatives.
The OG Gallery sets the standard for the synthesis of e-commerce for physical art and the inherent benefits of an NFT linked directly to it. It is a new era in our Web 3.0 strategy, where we look to find further connectivity between the physical world and the digital one through the use of smart contracts, unlockable content in the experiential space, and membership/loyalty programs. The six Decentraland locations, owned by OG Collection, Inc., will begin development and design later this fiscal year and will offer experiences in the metaverse where the Company can showcase its collaborations with creators from musicians to digital artists.
Creatd, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: CRTD) is a company with a mission to provide economic opportunities to creators and brands by multiplying the impact of platforms, people, and technology. The Company has four main business segments, or 'pillars': Creatd Labs, Creatd Partners, Creatd Ventures, and Creatd Studios. Each pillar is characterized by a distinct revenue model, while operating on a shared-services structure and proprietary data collected from our multiple technology platforms. Creatd's pillars work together to create a flywheel effect, supporting our core vision of creating a viable and safe ecosystem for all stakeholders in the creator economy.
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Raducanu, Swiatek ease to victories at Stuttgart Open
STUTTGART, Germany (AP) — U.S. Open champion Emma Raducanu has eased past Australian Storm Sanders 6-1, 6-2 in the first round of the Stuttgart Open. The eighth-seeded Raducanu next faces Germany’s Tamara Korpatsch for the chance to play top-ranked Iga Swiatek in the quarterfinals. Swiatek stretched her winning streak to 20 matches with a 6-1, 6-1 win over German debutante Eva Lys in the second round. Sixth-seeded Karolina Pliskova came from 4-1 down in the third set to edge Czech compatriot Petra Kvitova 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 (5) in a first-round match between former Stuttgart champions. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/04/20/raducanu-swiatek-ease-to-victories-at-stuttgart-open/ | 2022-04-20T19:39:33Z |
Biden seeking $37B for fighting crime, hiring more police
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is proposing to spend roughly $37 billion for fighting and preventing crime, including $13 billion to help communities hire and train 100,000 police officers over five years.
Biden will outline his anti-crime program on Thursday during a visit to Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The Democratic president will request the money from Congress as part of his latest budget proposal, according to senior administration officials who previewed the plan on the condition of anonymity ahead of the formal announcement.
Republicans are trying to gain leverage in November’s midterm elections by portraying Democrats as unwilling to confront crime problems.
As part of Biden’s plans, $3 billion would be geared toward clearing court backlogs and resolving cases involving murders and guns. The president also wants to use $15 billion to create a grant program that would fund ideas for preventing violent crime or creating a public health response to nonviolence incidents, aimed at reducing the burden on law enforcement.
The remaining $5 billion would support programs intended to stop violence before it occurs.
After speaking in Wilkes-Barre, Biden is scheduled to attend a fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee in Philadelphia. Then he’s expected to spend a long weekend in Wilmington, Delaware, where he has a home.
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If authorized by the FDA, the Proof Lab Test System may be used to deliver accurate, actionable, lab-quality results for COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) in as little as 18 minutes
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Proof Diagnostics, Inc., an innovative healthcare technology company delivering innovative solutions in molecular diagnostics, today announced the submission of its Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) request for review to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its point-of-care (POC) molecular diagnostic test for COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2). If authorized, the Proof Lab Test System would be the first POC system employing CRISPR-based nucleic acid detection offering a cost-effective, user-friendly, and easily scalable test. The company's hope is to allow clinicians and patients to achieve laboratory-level sensitivity and specificity at the POC in as little as 18 minutes.
Proof Diagnostics was founded in May 2020 to help people stay safe during the pandemic by providing a cost-effective, rapid, and accurate COVID-19 testing platform. Over the past 18 months, the company developed a robust and scalable testing solution by advancing the CRISPR-based diagnostics method STOPCovid developed by world-renowned CRISPR diagnostics pioneers Feng Zhang, Ph.D., Omar Abudayyeh, Ph.D., Jonathan Gootenberg, Ph.D., and colleagues. Teamed with entrepreneur Sid Shenai, CEO, the company licensed STOPCovid from the Broad Institute in late 2020, improved upon it, and developed a small, portable smart device, along with enabling software and cloud infrastructure. The research has been supported by NIH's RADx program, DARPA, and the Gates Foundation. Additionally, Proof has raised $45 million to date from investors including ARCH Venture Partners, F-Prime Capital, and Madrona Venture Group.
"The delivery of novel chemistry, combined with Proof's innovative technology platform, to FDA EUA submission in less than two years is no small feat. CRISPR has long promised to make a difference in peoples' lives and we are incredibly proud of the scientific innovation that our team developed. We hope that the FDA authorizes our CRISPR-based test so that we can empower communities to navigate their next step in person with confidence and peace of mind," said Omar Abudayyeh, co-founder of Proof Diagnostics.
"Submitting our EUA to the Food and Drug Administration is a significant achievement for Proof Diagnostics as we embark on the future of rapid POC and at-home testing, ensuring optimal accuracy to help detect disease prior to the demonstration of symptoms. The Proof Lab Test System has the potential to become a valuable tool for clinicians and patients to make more informed health decisions that can help deter the spread of disease," said Sid Shenai, co-founder and CEO of Proof Diagnostics. "The passion and dedication of our team here, and all our partners, cannot go unnoticed. We want to acknowledge everyone who has made this milestone possible and we will continue to push forth a vision for accessible healthcare."
To learn more about Proof Diagnostics and its vision of improving global public health by staying at the forefront of infectious disease detection, visit www.proofdx.com.
About Proof Diagnostics:
Proof Diagnostics, Inc. has established itself as an innovative healthcare technology company focused on delivering innovative solutions in molecular diagnostics. Proof's mission is to empower the public to take control of, and better understand, their overall health through lab-quality molecular testing, initiating with COVID-19, that is easy to use, accurate and cost-effective. The Proof Lab Reader is a portable, scalable diagnostic device that utilizes a Proof Lab Test Cartridge and Proof Lab Test Kit to provide lab-quality results and actionable diagnostic information, helping people lead better, healthier lives.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Carvana Co. (NYSE: CVNA).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Carvana between May 6, 2020 and June 24, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until October 3, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Carvana Co. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Carvana faced serious, ongoing issues with documentation, registration, and title with many of its vehicles; (2) as a result, Carvana was issuing unusually frequent temporary plates; (3) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana was violating laws and regulations in many existing markets; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana risked its ability to continue business and/or expand its business in existing markets; (5) as a result of the foregoing, Carvana was at an increased risk of governmental investigation and action; (6) Carvana was in discussion with state and local authorities regarding the above-stated business tactics and issues; (7) Carvana was facing imminent and ongoing regulatory actions including license suspensions, business cessation, and probation in several states and counties including in Arizona, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and North Carolina; and (8) as a result, Defendants' statements about Carvana's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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RICHMOND, Ind., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc. (NASDAQ: RMBI) (the "Company"), the parent company of First Bank Richmond, today announced that its Board of Directors (the "Board") approved a fourth stock repurchase program under which the Company may repurchase up to 1,184,649 shares or approximately 10% of its outstanding shares through open market purchases, privately-negotiated transactions, or otherwise in compliance with Rule 10b-18 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). These shares will be purchased from time to time over a twelve-month period depending upon market conditions. A total of 817,984 shares were purchased during the previous repurchase program that ended on July 7, 2022.
The Board also authorized management to enter into a trading plan with Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc. in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act, to facilitate repurchases of its common stock pursuant to the above mentioned stock repurchase program (the "Rule 10b5-1 plan"). The Rule 10b5-1 plan allows the Company to repurchase shares at times when they might otherwise be prevented from doing so by securities laws or because of self-imposed trading blackout periods. Under the Rule 10b5-1 plan, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc. will have the authority, subject to the prices, terms and limitations set forth in the Rule 10b5-1 plan, including compliance with Rule 10b-18 of the Exchange Act, to repurchase shares on the Company's behalf.
The actual timing, number and value of shares repurchased under the stock repurchase program will depend on a number of factors, including constraints specified in the Rule 10b5-1 plan, price, general business and market conditions, and alternative investment opportunities. The share repurchase program does not obligate the Company to acquire any specific number of shares in any period, and may be expanded, extended, modified or discontinued at any time.
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation, Inc., headquartered in Richmond, Indiana, is the holding company for First Bank Richmond, a community-oriented financial institution offering traditional financial and trust services within its local communities through its eight locations in Richmond, Centerville, Cambridge City and Shelbyville, Indiana, its five locations in Sidney, Piqua and Troy, Ohio and its loan production office in Columbus, Ohio.
This press release includes certain statements that may constitute "forward-looking statements" for purposes of the federal securities laws, including information regarding purchases by the Company of its common stock pursuant to any Rule 10b5-1 trading plans or otherwise. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions. The words or phrases "may," "believe," "will," "will likely result," "are expected to," "will continue," "is anticipated," "estimate," "project," "plans," "potential," or similar expressions are intended to identify "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. By their nature, forward-looking information and statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and contingencies, including changes in price and volume and the volatility of the Company's common stock; adverse developments affecting either or both of prices and trading of exchange-traded securities, including securities listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market; and unexpected or otherwise unplanned or alternative requirements with respect to the capital investments of the Company. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements or information, including those contained in this report.
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GENEVA (AP) — After all-night talks, members of the World Trade Organization early Friday reached a string of deals and commitments aimed to limit overfishing, broaden production of COVID-19 vaccines in the developing world, improve food security and reform a 27-year-old trade body that has been back on its heels in recent years.
WTO Director-General Nzogi Okonjo-Iweala, after a pair of sleepless nights in rugged negotiations, concluded the WTO’s first ministerial conference in 4-1/2 years by trumpeting a new sense of cooperation at a time when the world faces crises like Russia’s war in Ukraine and a once-in-a-century pandemic that has taken millions of lives.
“The package agreements you have reached will make a difference to the lives of people around the world,” said Okonjo-Iweala, landing what she called an “unprecedented package of deliverables” after 15 months in the job. “The outcomes demonstrate that the WTO is in fact capable of responding to emergencies of our time.”
The agreements could breathe new life into a trade body that faced repeated criticism from the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump, which accused the WTO of a lack of fairness to the United States, and was caught in a growing economic and political rivalry between the U.S. and China. In recent years, Washington has incapacitated the WTO’s version of an appeals court that rules on international trade disputes.
The WTO operates by consensus, meaning that all its 164 members must agree on its deals — or at least not get in the way. The talks at times took place in backrooms or in side chats because some delegates didn’t want to be in the same space as their counterparts from Russia — as a way to protest President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, which has had fallout far beyond the battlefield, such as on food and fuel prices.
Among the main achievements Friday was an accord, which fell short of early ambitions, to prohibit both support for illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and for fishing in overtaxed stocks in the world’s oceans. It marked the WTO’s first significant deal since one in 2013 that cut red tape on treatment of goods crossing borders — and arguably one of its most impactful.
“WTO members have for the first time, concluded an agreement with environmental sustainability at its heart,” Okonjo-Iweala said. “This is also about the livelihoods of the 260 million people who depend directly or indirectly on marine fisheries.”
The WTO chief said the deal takes a first step to curb government subsidies and overcapacity — too many operators — in the fishing industry.
More controversial was an agreement on a watered-down plan to waive intellectual property protections for COVID-19 vaccines, which ran afoul of advocacy groups that say it did not go far enough — and could even do more harm than good.
“The TRIPS waiver compromise will contribute to ongoing efforts to concentrate and diversify vaccine manufacturing capacity so that a crisis in one region does not leave others cut off,” Okonjo-Iweala said of the waiver of intellectual property protections.
U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai hailed a “concrete and meaningful outcome to get more safe and effective vaccines to those who need it most.”
“This agreement shows that we can work together to make the WTO more relevant to the needs of regular people,” she said in a statement.
Her announcement a year ago that the U.S. would break with many other developed countries with strong pharmaceutical industries to work toward a waiver of WTO rules on COVID-19 vaccines served as an impetus to talks around a broader waiver sought by India and South Africa.
But some advocacy groups were seething. Aid group Doctors Without Borders called it a “devastating global failure for people’s health worldwide” that the agreement stopped short of including other tools to fight COVID-19, including treatments and tests.
“The conduct of rich countries at the WTO has been utterly shameful,” said Max Lawson, co-chair of the People’s Vaccine Alliance and head of inequality policy at Oxfam.
He said the European Union, United States, Britain and Switzerland blocked a stronger text.
“This so-called compromise largely reiterates developing countries’ existing rights to override patents in certain circumstances,” Lawson said.
Big pharmaceutical companies weren’t happy that the vaccine waiver was approved, arguing that it sends a negative message to researchers and innovators who developed COVID-19 vaccines with blistering speed.
“The decision is a disservice to the scientists that left no stone unturned and undermines manufacturing partnerships on every continent,” said Thomas Cueni, director-general of the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations.
Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, whose tough negotiating stance had frustrated some developed countries during the talks, said the ministerial meeting was a “big boost for multilateralism” and showed progress on issues — like fisheries — that have been lagging for decades.
“India is 100% satisfied with the outcome,” he told reporters in Geneva. “I am not returning to India with any worries.”
The meeting also agreed to lift export restrictions that have weighed on the U.N.’s World Food Program, which is trying to offset the impact of rising food prices and fallout from the war in Ukraine on shipments of wheat, barely and other food staples from the country that is a key producer. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/wto-ministers-reach-deals-on-fisheries-food-covid-vaccines/ | 2022-06-17T13:06:14Z |
SAN ANTONIO, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The very first company to develop utility-scale solar energy projects in Texas has reached another significant milestone. This year, 2022, marks 10 years since OCI Solar Power established its headquarters in San Antonio.
In Q1 of 2012, out of 119 proposals, OCI Solar Power was selected as the sole project developer and relocated its corporate headquarters from Atlanta to San Antonio. As part of the Economic Development Agreement with the City and CPS Energy, OCI Solar Power developed nine currently-operational solar projects, totaling 500 MW of solar generation capacity, for which CPS Energy purchases all of the solar power output under long-term contracts.
OCI Solar Power recently announced 620 megawatts of additional solar power projects in its pipeline, plus a 200 MW battery storage project. The company's legacy and its ambitious plans for the future were shared at a 10th anniversary celebration held May 26th. The event included performances with a Samgo-mu (three-drum dance) and by a mariachi group which honored the company's Korean heritage as well as its Texan-and-Mexican-influenced home base.
"The past 10 years were challenging, unpredictable, and also exciting ones. One thing is for sure - we would not be here without your continuing support," he told the crowd of more than 100 people, including local partners, city officials, and other dignitaries.
Leslie Garza-Wright, 210-612-4978
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ISO 13485:2016 certification sets the company as a preferred partner for Medication Engagement and Connected Health
BOSTON, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Medisafe, the leading medication engagement company, today announced that it has achieved the ISO 13485:2016 certification which supports the design and development of Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) used for the diagnosis, prognosis, or prediction of disease progression. Achieving this new certification serves as third-party industry validation that Medisafe continues to enhance its offering in support of pharma's vision for a more integrated and digitally enhanced future.
The ISO 13485:2016 certifies Medisafe's Quality Management Systems, a key requirement for regulatory purposes as established by IMQ. As Medisafe expands its capabilities, deepens its reach within the pharma industry, and creates advanced connectivity across the healthcare ecosystem, the certification of its quality management system supports its bold vision for the future.
"Achieving ISO 13485 certification further demonstrates Medisafe's commitment to quality and continued innovation, striving to achieve the highest standards throughout the organization and in across our platform," said Omri Shor, Medisafe Founder and Chief Executive Officer. "This certification is a collective achievement of the Medisafe organization and is an important first step toward advancing the future of connected health for pharma and patients."
ISO 13485:2016 is an internationally recognized quality standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system used by an organization in conjunction with the design, development, production, storage, distribution, installation, or servicing of a medical device. To receive the certification, Medisafe demonstrated its technology's quality in both its design and development, and that all medical devices are safe and meet the applicable regulatory compliance laws and customer needs.
For the last ten years, Medisafe has been the leading medication engagement platform that empowers more than 10 million patients to seamlessly manage their treatment journey. Using real-world evidence to guide patients' medication behavior, Medisafe works with pharma organizations to create more engaging patient experiences and improve treatment outcomes. The latest certification affirms the company's commitment to reimagine medicine through powering data science and digital technologies, positioning Medisafe as a preferred partner for future collaborations.
Medisafe is the leading medication engagement platform that empowers patients to seamlessly manage their treatment journey. By combining advanced technology and behavior science, Medisafe reimagines the treatment journey to guide patients' specific journey needs and drive daily engagement. Its machine learning technology fuels the holistic patient engagement platform to personalize their support needs in a scalable fashion. By integrating existing patient support programs into its platform to extend capabilities, Medisafe is building a seamless future model of patient support and better health. Over 10M registered patients and caregivers rely on Medisafe's platform, delivering double digit results toward improving outcomes. The company manages over two billion medication doses via iOS and Android smartphones and tablets. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars and more than 400,000 user reviews, Medisafe helps to create more daily engagement than Facebook or Twitter applications. Medisafe is a HIPAA and GDPR compliant solution, ISO 27001:2013 and ISO 13485:2016 certified. www.medisafe.com.
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Celebrities, Survivors, Caregivers, and Supporters Join Forces on One Big Day to Raise Awareness and Critical Funds for the World's Toughest Cancer
LOS ANGELES, April 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) hosted its largest annual fundraiser, PanCAN PurpleStride, the ultimate event to end pancreatic cancer. For the first time ever in the organization's history of PurpleStride fundraising events, the campaign rallied local efforts into one nationally synchronized day. From Los Angeles to New York City, supporters in nearly 60 communities walked the nation in solidarity to raise national awareness and much-needed funds for pancreatic cancer. Across the country, nearly 60,000 participants including pancreatic cancer survivors, loved ones and notable VIPs are fundraising to reach an ambitious goal of $16.5 million to fuel PanCAN's mission to create a world in which all pancreatic cancer patients will thrive.
"PanCAN PurpleStride is the number one way we raise funds to advance progress against this disease and improve the lives of everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer," said Julie Fleshman, JD, MBA, president and CEO of PanCAN. "One of the most special parts of today is this incredible community coming together, supporters, volunteers, survivors, researchers, and healthcare professionals. In my 22 years with this organization, I continue to be amazed by the immense outpouring of support for our mission from people and organizations across the country."
At PanCAN's flagship PurpleStride event in Los Angeles, a number of notable celebrity figures joined the ranks of striders to support PanCAN's mission, including PanCAN PurpleStride national ambassador, actor and producer Mindy Kaling. Kaling lost her mother to pancreatic cancer in 2012, just eight months after diagnosis.
"I was blown away by the passion and drive of those helping to end this disease and touched by the stories I heard from survivors and loved ones," said Kaling. "Thank you PanCAN for hosting such a special event to bring this community together."
In addition to Kaling, celebrity guests at PurpleStride Los Angeles included Jean and Nicky Trebek, widow and daughter of the late Alex Trebek, actor Rosario Dawson, striding in honor of her father who is currently battling pancreatic cancer, actor Josh Stamberg, who walked in memory of his father, and "Star Trek" actor Kitty Swink, an 18-year pancreatic cancer survivor.
Pancreatic cancer is currently the third leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S., with an overall five-year survival rate of just 11 percent. In 2022, more than 62,000 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the U.S., and nearly 50,000 will die from the disease.
PanCAN PurpleStride is generously supported by national sponsors, Ipsen, AbbVie and Immunovia, Inc. For more information on the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and its urgent mission to save lives, visit pancan.org or follow PanCAN on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
About the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) leads the way in accelerating critical progress for pancreatic cancer patients. PanCAN takes bold action by funding life-saving research, providing personalized patient services and creating a community of supporters and volunteers who will stop at nothing to create a world in which all pancreatic cancer patients will thrive.
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BrainStorm to submit a Biologics License Application (BLA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for NurOwn® for the treatment of ALS
New clinical analyses reinforce the conclusions from NurOwn's® Phase 3 clinical trial
Conference call and webcast at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time today
NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: BCLI), a leading developer of adult stem cell therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022, and provided a corporate update. The company also announced its decision to submit a Biologics License Application (BLA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for NurOwn® for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
BrainStorm announces decision to submit a BLA to the FDA for NurOwn® for the treatment of ALS
"Brainstorm Cell Therapeutics is at a pivotal moment as a company as we finalize the regulatory filing for NurOwn® in the treatment of ALS. The continued analysis and the feedback received from the many scientific presentations of NurOwn's® Phase 3 data have uncovered key insights that furthered our understanding of the product mechanism of action and therapeutic potential and strengthened the conclusions of NurOwn's® efficacy," said Chaim Lebovits, Chief Executive Officer. "After carefully considering these learnings, the totality of the evidence from NurOwn's® clinical studies, and the feedback received from key opinion leaders and the broader ALS community, we will submit a Biologics License Application to the FDA. We are deeply grateful to the ALS clinical experts, members of the ALS community and faithful investors for their contribution to the development of NurOwn® and what it may mean to those living with ALS. Their contributions and commitment made our current progress possible and continue to inspire us as we prepare for the considerable work ahead. We intend to provide additional updates upon learning whether the FDA files our BLA submission."
New clinical analyses strengthen the conclusions from NurOwn's® Phase 3 clinical trial
A correction was made to the Muscle and Nerve publication from December 2021 describing the results of NurOwn's® Phase 3 clinical trial in ALS following new clinical analyses which strengthen the Company's original conclusions from the trial. The correction results in a statistically significant treatment difference (p=0.050) of more than 2 points for an important secondary endpoint, average change from baseline in ALSFRS-R, in the pre-specified efficacy subgroup of participants with a baseline score of at least 35. Analyses reported in the original publication utilized an efficacy model that unintentionally deviated from the trial's pre-specified statistical analysis plan by erroneously incorporating interaction terms between the subgroup and treatment. The newly published results, which includes supporting information to the publication, employ the efficacy model as pre-specified in the trial's statistical analysis plan, correcting the analyses. The correction also relates to the other subgroup analyses published for this endpoint, demonstrating that all subgroups with ALSFRS-R baseline scores of at least 26 to 35 showed a statistically significant benefit following treatment with NurOwn® (p≤0.050) on this secondary endpoint.
Other Second Quarter 2022 and Recent Highlights
- Presented new analyses from NurOwn's® Phase 3 ALS trial that showed a treatment effect in participants predicted by the ENCALS model to have intermediate to very long survival. These analyses confirmed the importance of avoiding potentially misclassifying treatment responses due to the ALSFRS-R floor effect and were presented in a poster presentation at the 2022 European Network for the Cure of ALS (ENCALS) Meeting. The presentation was delivered by Dr. Jonathan Katz, principal investigator on the trial and Chair of the Neurology Department and Director of the Forbes Norris ALS Clinic at the California Pacific Medical Center.
- Biomarker analyses from NurOwn's® Phase 3 ALS trial were the subject of an abstract presented at the 2022 American Academy of Neurology Congress by Dr. James Berry, MD, MPH, principal investigator on the trial and Director of the Massachusetts General Hospital Multidisciplinary ALS Clinic and Chief of the Division of ALS and Motor Neuron Diseases. Results of the analyses showed significant changes across multiple cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) biomarkers following NurOwn® treatment, with the strongest effects observed on biomarkers related to neuroprotection and neuroinflammation.
- Presented a summary of analyses from the Phase 3 trial of NurOwn® in ALS that highlighted the ability of biomarkers to predict clinical treatment response and provide a window into the complex biological pathways underlying disease progression. The presentation was delivered at the ALS Drug Development Summit by BrainStorm's President and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ralph Kern, MD, MHSc.
- Reported new results from the open-label Phase 2 study of NurOwn® in progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) that highlighted post-treatment improvements in monocular and binocular low contrast letter acuity (LCLA) outcomes (1.25% and 2.5% thresholds). In contrast, matched patients from the long-term Comprehensive Longitudinal Investigation of Multiple Sclerosis (CLIMB) study and participants from the placebo arm of the SPRINT study showed worsening in LCLA outcomes over a similar time period. The results were presented in a poster presentation delivered by Dr. Kern at the 2022 Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) Meeting.
- Presented biomarker analyses from the open-label Phase 2 study of NurOwn® in progressive MS showing consistent post-treatment reductions in CSF inflammatory biomarkers that may be relevant to disease progression and treatment response. The presentation was delivered by Dr. Christopher Lock, PhD, Clinical Associate Professor, Neurology and Neurological Studies, at Stanford School of Medicine, at the CMSC 2022 Meeting.
- Preclinical in-vitro data that showed NurOwn® cells maintaining their neurotrophic and immunomodulatory effects in the presence of Siponimod, an S1P modulator recently approved for the treatment of secondary progressive MS, were presented in a poster presentation at the CMSC 2022 Meeting. The presentation was delivered by Dr. Sidney Spector, MD, PhD, Senior Vice President, Medical Affairs and Global Strategy at BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics.
- Reported preclinical data from a murine lung injury model (the bleomycin model) that demonstrated intrathecal administration of NurOwn®-derived exosomes (Exo MSC-NTF) may have potential as a clinical therapy for inflammatory pulmonary pathologies and display superior macrophage immunomodulation compared to naïve mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes (Exo-MSC). The data were presented at the International Society for Extracellular Vesicles (ISEV) 2022 Annual Meeting by Haggai Kaspi, PhD, Preclinical Research Manager at BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics.
- Preclinical in vitro data demonstrating the superior anti-inflammatory effects of Exo MSC-NTF compared to Exo-MSC were featured in a poster at the International Society of Cell & Gene Therapy (ISCT) 2022 Meeting. The poster was presented by Dr. Kim Thacker, Senior Vice President, Medical Affairs and Clinical Innovation at BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics.
- Strengthened executive team in preparation for anticipated growth and corporate development, with the appointment of Netta Blondheim-Shraga, PhD, as VP of Research & Development and Antal Pearl-Lendner, Adv., as Chief Legal Counsel
Financial Results for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2022
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term bank deposits were approximately $12.2 million as of June 30, 2022, compared to $18.4 million as of March 31, 2022.
Research and development expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2022, and 2021 were approximately $5.1 million and $3.6 million, respectively.
General and administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2022, and 2021 were approximately $2.5 million.
Net loss for the three months ended June 30, 2022, was approximately $7.0 million, as compared to a net loss of approximately $6.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021.
Net loss per share for the three months ended June 30, 2022, and 2021 was $0.19 and $0.17, respectively.
Conference Call and Webcast
August 15, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time
Participant Numbers:
Toll Free: 888-506-0062
International: 973-528-0011
Participant Access Code: 955552
Webcast URL: https://bit.ly/3cXwQkt
Those that wish to listen to the replay of the conference call can do so by dialing the numbers below. The replay will be available for 14 days.
Toll Free: 877-481-4010
International: 919-882-2331
Replay Passcode: 46290
About NurOwn®
The NurOwn® technology platform (autologous MSC-NTF cells) represents a promising investigational therapeutic approach to targeting disease pathways important in neurodegenerative disorders. MSC-NTF cells are produced from autologous, bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) that have been expanded and differentiated ex vivo. MSCs are converted into MSC-NTF cells by growing them under patented conditions that induce the cells to secrete high levels of neurotrophic factors (NTFs). Autologous MSC-NTF cells are designed to effectively deliver multiple NTFs and immunomodulatory cytokines directly to the site of damage to elicit a desired biological effect and ultimately slow or stabilize disease progression.
About BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc.
BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc. is a leading developer of innovative autologous adult stem cell therapeutics for debilitating neurodegenerative diseases. The Company holds the rights to clinical development and commercialization of the NurOwn® technology platform used to produce autologous MSC-NTF cells through an exclusive, worldwide licensing agreement. Autologous MSC-NTF cells have received Orphan Drug designation status from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). BrainStorm has completed a Phase 3 pivotal trial in ALS (NCT03280056); this trial investigated the safety and efficacy of repeat-administration of autologous MSC-NTF cells and was supported by a grant from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM CLIN2-0989). BrainStorm completed under an investigational new drug application a Phase 2 open-label multicenter trial (NCT03799718) of autologous MSC-NTF cells in progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) and was supported by a grant from the National MS Society (NMSS).
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LEXINGTON, Mass., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pulmatrix, Inc. (NASDAQ: PULM), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative inhaled therapies to address serious disease using its patented iSPERSE™ technology, today announced the dosing of the first five subjects in a Phase 1 trial evaluating PUR3100, a novel pulmonary inhaled formulation of dihydroergotamine (DHE). PUR3100 is formulated using Pulmatrix's iSPERSE drug delivery technology and is being developed for the treatment of acute migraine.
The Phase 1 study design is a double-dummy, double-blinded trial to assess the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of 3 doses of single doses of inhaled PUR3100 with IV placebo, as compared to IV DHE (DHE mesylate injection) with inhaled placebo. Twenty-four healthy volunteers are to be randomized to one of the four dose groups consisting of six subjects each.
Dr. Margaret Wasilewski, Chief Medical Officer of Pulmatrix, commented, "Current use of DHE for treatment of acute migraine is limited. While DHE is a highly efficacious compound, it requires either intravenous administration or nasal delivery which some patients do not prefer. Common side effects of IV DHE include nausea and vomiting. PUR3100 is an orally-inhaled DHE acute migraine therapy. The Phase 1 study has started and we anticipate safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetic data in Q4 2022. Study results will guide dose selection for subsequent registration enabling efficacy studies."
Ted Raad, Chief Executive Officer, noted "We believe that the convenience of a pulmonary DHE will allow for greater adoption, while optimizing the onset of action and the therapeutic window to potentially be a best-in-class product for this debilitating disease."
Pulmatrix is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative inhaled therapies to address serious pulmonary and non-pulmonary disease using its patented iSPERSE™ technology. The Company's proprietary product pipeline includes treatments for serious lung diseases, such as allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis ("ABPA"), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ("COPD"), and neurologic disorders such as acute migraine. Pulmatrix's product candidates are based on its proprietary engineered dry powder delivery platform, iSPERSE™, which seeks to improve therapeutic delivery to the lungs by maximizing local concentrations and reducing systemic side effects to improve patient outcomes.
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Sevilla reclaims 2nd in Spain after 4-2 win over Granada
MADRID (AP) — Sevilla has scored twice in second-half stoppage time to beat Granada 4-2 and reclaim second place in the Spanish league. Sevilla’s first win in five rounds lifted it three points clear of Barcelona and Atlético Madrid. Runaway leader Real Madrid is nine points clear. Sevilla was staring at another costly stumble after Víctor Díaz equalized with just two minutes remaining in regulation time to make it 2-2. But Rafa Mir steered in a superb headed pass by Ivan Rakitic two minutes into injury time. Papu Gómez then capped the victory. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/08/sevilla-reclaims-2nd-in-spain-after-4-2-win-over-granada/ | 2022-04-08T22:59:34Z |
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Sarah Palin on Friday shook up an already unpredictable race for Alaska’s lone U.S. House seat, joining a field of 50 other candidates seeking to fill the seat held for decades by the late-U.S. Rep. Don Young, who died last month.
Palin filed paperwork Friday with a state Division of Elections office in Wasilla, said Tiffany Montemayor, a division spokesperson.
Palin, a former Alaska governor who was the 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee, has the biggest national political profile in the packed field that includes current and former state legislators and a North Pole city council member named Santa Claus.
“Public service is a calling, and I would be honored to represent the men and women of Alaska in Congress, just as Rep. Young did for 49 years,” Palin said in a statement on social media.
Young, a Republican, had held Alaska’s House seat since 1973 and was seeking reelection at the time of his death last month at age 88.
Others in the flurry of filings before Friday’s deadline were state Sen. Josh Revak and Tara Sweeney, who are both Republicans and were the statewide co-chairs of Young’s reelection campaign.
Palin resigned as governor in 2009, partway through her term, and said she could make a difference outside the governor’s office. She also had expressed outrage over ethics complaints she felt had frivolously targeted her.
Palin has kept a low profile in Alaska politics since then but maintained a presence nationally, including through speaking engagements, appearances with conservative outlets and on reality TV. She also was an early supporter of now-former President Donald Trump.
She has hinted at possible runs for office in the past but never took the plunge. In her statement Friday, she said America is “at a tipping point” and that she’s in the race to “win it and join the fight for freedom alongside other patriots willing to sacrifice all to save our country.”
A special primary is set for June 11. The top four vote-getters will advance to an Aug. 16 special election in which ranked choice voting will be used, a process in line with a new elections system approved by voters in 2020.
The winner, targeted to be certified by Sept. 2, will serve the remainder of Young’s term, which expires in January.
The special election will coincide with the regular primary. The regular primary and November general election will determine who represents Alaska in the House for a two-year term starting in January.
Others who filed Friday include Democratic state Rep. Adam Wool; independent Al Gross, an orthopedic surgeon who unsuccessfully ran for U.S. Senate in 2020; and Emil Notti, a Democrat who narrowly lost the 1973 election to Young. Former lawmakers Andrew Halcro and Mary Sattler Peltola are also running.
They join a field that had already included Republican Nick Begich, who previously announced plans to run for U.S. House last fall; Democrat Christopher Constant, an Anchorage Assembly member; and John Coghill, a Republican former state lawmaker.
Begich, an early challenger to Young, said he sees the Matanuska-Susitna region, a hotbed of conservatism that includes Palin’s hometown of Wasilla, as one of his strongest areas of the state.
Begich said there are a “lot of opportunistic candidates, in our view, that have chosen to get in. I think that the entry of Gov. Palin is completely consistent with that sort of spirit of opportunism that we’re seeing right now.”
Revak, who previously worked for Young’s office, said he felt a “strong calling and a duty” to step forward.
He said he was “heartbroken” by the filing timeline, coinciding with a period he said should be focused on remembering Young. Young lied in state at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. A public memorial was held in the Washington, D.C.-area on Wednesday and a public memorial is planned in Anchorage on Saturday.
Revak said he also plans to run in the regular primary for U.S. House. Palin, Begich, Constant, Gross and Peltola are also among those who have filed to run in both. Sweeney in a statement said she planned to run in both.
Sweeney is a former assistant secretary of Indian Affairs with the U.S. Department of Interior.
“This weekend I will join my fellow Alaskans in honoring the life and legacy of Congressman Young,” she said in a statement. “For nearly 50 years he fought tirelessly for our state and he sets the bar for what it means to serve.”
She said she is excited to share her vision for the future in the coming weeks.
Gross’ campaign has announced a leadership team that includes several Republicans and independents, as well as Democrats, including former Gov. Tony Knowles.
“We are building a campaign that embodies all of Alaska,” Gross said in a statement.
Wool said he has privately discussed a run for years. He said earlier in the day Friday that he looked at the candidates running in the special primary and “wasn’t that impressed. Many of them have never won an election, don’t have any statewide recognition and politically aren’t aligned certainly not with me or what I would think the majority of Alaskans are looking for.”
Wool, from Fairbanks, said he considers himself moderate. He said he has yet to decide whether to run in the regular primary.
Halcro, who has a podcast on which he talks politics, lost to Palin in the 2006 gubernatorial general election. He said during this campaign he plans to play up his intent to only run to fill the remainder of the term. He is running as an independent.
He said if the person who wins the special election also is in the November general election, he expects they would spend a fair amount of time campaigning. He said if elected, he would be focused on congressional work.
Peltola, a Democrat from Bethel, noted the long list of candidates and said there is “obviously a lot of pent-up desire to serve our state.” She said Alaska is diverse and that “it’s important to me that the field of candidates also reflects Alaska’s diversity.” Peltola is Yup’ik Eskimo.
Meanwhile, a man who years ago legally changed his name to Santa Claus and serves on the North Pole city council also filed for the special primary. Claus, who said he has a “strong affinity” for Bernie Sanders, is running as an independent.
He said he is not soliciting or raising money. He said the new elections process “gives people like me an opportunity, without having to deal with parties, to throw our hat in the ring.”
“I do have name recognition,” he said with a laugh. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/palin-files-paperwork-to-run-in-alaska-us-house-race/ | 2022-04-02T19:19:29Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attorney Advertising — Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against LifeStance Health Group, Inc. ("LifeStance Health" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: LFST) and certain of its officers, on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired LifeStance Health common stock issued in connection with LifeStance Health's June 10, 2021 initial public stock offering (the "IPO"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/lfst1.
This class action seeks to recover damages against the Defendants for alleged violations of the Securities Act of 1933 (the "Securities Act").
The Complaint alleges that the IPO's registration statement failed to disclose the following material facts: (1) that the number of virtual visits clients were undertaking utilizing LifeStance Health was decreasing as the COVID-19 lockdowns were being lifted, thereby flatlining LifeStance Health's out-patient/virtual revenue growth; (2) that the percentage of in-person visits clients were undertaking utilizing LifeStance Health was increasing as the COVID-19 lockdowns were being lifted, thereby causing LifeStance Health's operating expenses to increase substantially; (3) that LifeStance Health had lost a large number of physicians due to burn-out and, as a result, its physician retention rate had fallen significantly below the 87% highlighted in the IPO's registration statement and LifeStance Health had been expending additional costs to onboard new physicians who were less productive than the outgoing physicians they were replacing; and (4) as a result, LifeStance Health's business metrics and financial prospects were not as strong as the IPO's registration statement represented.
A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint you can visit the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/lfst1 or contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Law Clerk and Client Relations Manager, Yael Nathanson of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 212-697-6484. If you suffered a loss in LifeStance Health you have until October 11, 2022, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
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Survey conducted by Deloitte and Workplace Intelligence finds nearly 70% of executives are seriously considering quitting their roles for a job that better supports their well-being compared to 57% of employees
NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Deloitte released a new report in collaboration with independent research firm Workplace Intelligence that explores the C-suite's role in organizational well-being and examines how an overall poor state of health is affecting retention for workers and executives alike.
Across the globe, both employees and executive-level business leaders are struggling to prioritize their well-being — and for most people, work is to blame. The situation is bad enough that 57% of employees and nearly 70% of the C-suite said they are seriously considering quitting for a job that better supports their well-being.
Despite this mutual struggle, the C-suite largely doesn't recognize that workers are struggling with their well-being, and this disconnect has the potential to further feed into The Great Resignation if leaders don't do more to understand the needs of their workers and demonstrate that they truly care about their holistic well-being.
The report, "The C-suite's role in well-being: How health-savvy executives can go beyond workplace wellness to workplace well-being — for themselves and their people," digs into the link between work and well-being, discusses why a strong organizational focus on well-being is critical for employee and executive retention, and outlines how organizations can reimagine well-being at work through an emphasis on broader cultural change and health-savvy leadership.
Key findings from the report include:
- People's jobs are harming their well-being, and many say they will eventually quit as a result. Significantly, 63% of employees and 73% of the C-suite report that their job doesn't allow them to take time off from work and disconnect. Results also show that for 68% of employees and 81% of the C-suite, improving their well-being is more important to them than advancing their career right now.
- The pandemic has worsened everyone's health, but executives don't realize how much their employees are struggling — Around 1 in 3 workers and executives "always" or "often" feel exhausted, stressed, overwhelmed, lonely, or depressed. Despite this, only around half of employees and two-thirds of the C-suite report that they use all their vacation time, take breaks during the day, get enough sleep, and have enough time for friends and family.
- Despite their own struggles with well-being, executives are significantly overestimating how well their employees are doing and how supported they feel by their leaders. For example, only 65% of employees rate their physical health as "excellent" or "good," but 89% of executives believe their workers are thriving. Just 56% of employees think their company's executives care about their well-being, but 91% of the C-suite see themselves as caring leaders.
- The C-suite must take greater ownership and action around matters of health. A whopping 95% of the C-suite agree that they should be responsible for employees' well-being, but at current, these sentiments aren't translating into action — 68% admit that they're not doing enough to safeguard employee and stakeholder health. And because just 31% of employees feel that their leaders are health-savvy, it's evident that they also believe leaders should be taking greater initiative when it comes to matters of health.
Despite work often working against well-being, leaders who are health-savvy have the ability to reimagine well-being for themselves and their workforce — but they need to do more. Well-being is a top priority in today's workplace, but the journey to health-savvy leadership won't be easy. However, executives stand to gain a lot by embracing this new reality. Not only can they become better and more purpose-driven leaders, but they may discover that they're finally able prioritize their "own" well-being — a critical shift that could help them stay the course in their role and become steadfast ambassadors of a better tomorrow.
"While it's promising that so many executives feel they should be responsible for employee well-being, many also feel that they aren't taking enough action," said Jen Fisher, Deloitte's U.S. chief well-being officer. "It's time for the C-suite to become more health-savvy by embracing the expanding focus on well-being in their role. This critical shift will not only benefit their own well-being and the well-being of their people, but also the long-term success of their organizations."
"There's a global imperative for organizations to examine how their day-to-day work experience affects people's well-being," added Dan Schawbel, managing partner at Workplace Intelligence. "The Great Resignation has shown us that employees are no longer willing to tolerate a job that leaves them constantly burned out and exhausted, and our study with Deloitte highlights that executives are also fed up with the current state of affairs."
"To make well-being a reality, leaders need to first look at redesigning the work in their organization," said Steve Hatfield, Deloitte's Global Future of Work leader. "By integrating well-being into the design of work itself, organizations can strengthen the link between employee well-being and organizational performance."
"The pandemic made well-being more vivid for many of us, yet many employees and leaders are struggling to find the organizational support they need to address it," said Paul Silverglate, US Executive Accelerators leader and Deloitte's US Technology Sector vice chair. "It's clear that well-being is a top-down concern, and today's C-suite has a great opportunity to drive organizational change to create a better workplace for all."
Research findings are based on a survey conducted by Deloitte and Workplace Intelligence in February 2022 among more 2,100 employees and C-level executives across the U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia. For more insights, access the full report here.
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NEW YORK, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Teladoc Health, Inc. (NYSE: TDOC).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Teladoc between October 28, 2021 and April 27, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until August 5, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Teladoc Health, Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) increased competition, among other factors, was negatively impacting Teladoc's BetterHelp and chronic care businesses; (ii) accordingly, the growth of those businesses was less sustainable than Defendants had led investors to believe; (iii) as a result, Teladoc's revenue and adjusted EBITDA projections for FY 2022 were unrealistic; (iv) as a result of all the foregoing, Teladoc would be forced to recognize a significant non-cash goodwill impairment charge; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Last July, a federal judge in West Virginia heard closing arguments in the first lawsuit to go to trial over the U.S. opioid addiction epidemic.
With an avalanche of documents from the three-month trial, Judge David Faber didn’t indicate when he would make a ruling on the multibillion-dollar lawsuit filed by Cabell County and the city of Huntington against three major drug distributors, and his decision wasn’t expected right away.
Now, nearly a year later, there’s still no verdict, and a landmark case remains a book without a final chapter — even as the full dimensions of addiction, desperation, broken families and death continue to deepen the scope of the tragedy unfolding in one corner of West Virginia.
“It is pretty unusual, but maybe this is an unusual trial,” said Carl Tobias, a University of Richmond law professor.
Some 81 million pain pills were sent to Cabell County from 2006 to 2014. The lawsuit accused distributors AmerisourceBergen Drug Co., Cardinal Health Inc. and McKesson Corp. of creating a public nuisance with the onslaught and ignoring the signs that the area was being ravaged by addiction.
Tobias noted that most other similar trials involving the opioid epidemic have been before juries, not handled by judges alone.
“It’s mystifying, I think, at this point,” Tobias said.
Until recently, there hadn’t been any activity for two months on the case’s docket. On Monday, Faber addressed what he called a “renewed” motion by the defendants, issuing a 24-page order to exclude some testimony from an expert witness for the plaintiffs.
West Virginia University law professor Patrick McGinley said that while he isn’t surprised by the months that have gone by since closing arguments, “I would think it’s time, really,” for a decision.
Still, “it’s clear that the judge is being meticulous and careful,” said McGinley, who teaches a seminar in prescription opioid litigation and was instrumental in forcing the Drug Enforcement Administration to release a database of distributor pain pill shipments across the U.S.
“What no one wants is for the case to be decided for the drug companies or for the plaintiffs and have it go on appeal and have it reversed and have to do the trial over,” he said. “There’s been an enormous amount of expenditure of funds on both sides, expert witnesses. The whole nine yards. And nobody wants a do-over.”
The plaintiffs are seeking more than $2.5 billion that would go toward abatement efforts. The goal of the 15-year abatement plan would be to reduce overdoses, overdose deaths and the number of people with opioid use disorder.
With every passing month, potential help is pushed back for people addicted to drugs in the worst-hit county in a state with the nation’s highest fatal opioid overdose rate.
“Any delay is concerning because this is affecting us right now,” said Dr. Matthew Christiansen, director of the state Department of Health and Human Resources’ Office of Drug Control Policy.
Last year in Cabell County, an Ohio River county of 93,000 residents, there were 1,067 emergency responses to suspected overdoses — significantly higher than each of the previous three years — with at least 158 deaths. So far this year, suspected overdoses have prompted at least 358 responses and 465 emergency room visits, according to preliminary data from the state Department of Health and Human Resources’ Office of Drug Control Policy.
In 78% of the Cabell County cases handled this year by emergency medical services workers, suspected overdose victims were administered an opioid-reversing drug.
Due to runaway inflation, dollar figures sought by the plaintiffs when the trial opened a year ago won’t buy as many services in today’s economy.
“The longer we wait, the greater the cost to the individuals that are suffering, to their families, to the support systems that are responsible for intervening, like the child protective services system, like the health care system, the prison and jail system, which is so disproportionately affected by addiction,” Christiansen said. “The longer we go, the more costly these problems become if they’re not addressed.”
The U.S. addiction crisis was inflamed by the COVID-19 pandemic with drug overdose deaths surpassing 100,000 in the 12-month period ending in April 2021, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That’s the highest number of overdose deaths ever recorded in a year.
The Cabell-Huntington lawsuit is the first time allegations involving opioid distribution ended up at federal trial. The result could have huge effects on similar lawsuits. Some have resulted in multimillion-dollar settlements, including a tentative $161.5 million settlement reached in May by the state of West Virginia with Teva Pharmaceuticals Inc., AbbVie’s Allergan and their family of companies.
In all, more than 3,000 lawsuits have been filed by state and local governments, Native American tribes, unions, hospitals and other entities in state and federal courts over the toll of opioids. Most allege that either drugmakers, distribution companies or pharmacies created a public nuisance in a crisis that’s been linked to the deaths of 500,000 Americans over the past two decades.
In separate, similar lawsuits, the state of West Virginia reached a $37 million settlement with McKesson in 2019, and $20 million with Cardinal Health and $16 million with AmerisourceBergen in 2017. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/wva-opioid-trial-verdict-still-pending-nearly-a-year-later/ | 2022-07-01T15:05:14Z |
NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Cabaletta Bio, Inc. ("Cabaletta") (NASDAQ: CABA) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired: (a) Cabaletta common stock pursuant and/or traceable to documents issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering conducted on or about October 24, 2019; and/or (b) Cabaletta securities between October 24, 2019 and December 13, 2021, both dates inclusive.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Cabaletta, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Cabaletta includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) top-line data of the Phase 1 Clinical Trial indicated that Cabaletta's lead product candidate, DSG3-CAART, had, among other things, worsened certain participants' disease activity scores and necessitated additional systemic medication to improve disease activity after DSG3-CAART infusion; (ii) accordingly, DSG3-CAART was not as effective as the Company had represented to investors; (iii) therefore, the Company had overstated DSG3-CAART's clinical and/or commercial prospects; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: April 29, 2022
Aggrieved Cabaletta investors only have until April 29, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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PITTSBURGH, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I was purchasing handguns for myself and my wife and I wanted to make sure only we could utilize the weapons," said an inventor, from Riverview, Fla., "so I invented the TRIGGER RING. My design would prevent a criminal or a curious child from firing the gun."
The invention ensures that a firearm can only be fired by its proper owner. In doing so, it prevents unauthorized individuals from using the weapon. As a result, it enhances safety and security and it provides added protection and peace of mind. The invention features a unique design that is easy to use so it is ideal for the owners of firearms. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Tallahassee sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-TLS-184, 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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The Sal6830 provides non-invasive COVID-19 PCR results in under 30 minutes
Proprietary blockchain technology provides one-stop healthcare management for patients and providers
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroGEM, an innovator of person-portable diagnostic devices and ground-breaking nucleic acid extraction products, and AiTmed, a provider of comprehensive telehealth solutions, today announced the MicroGEM Sal6830 SARS-CoV-2 Saliva Test is now available to AiTmed's network of healthcare providers. The agreement provides access to AiTmed's blockchain-encrypted telehealth platform, ensuring ready access to COVID-19 results provided through a full-service healthcare solution.
The agreement comes as the nation continues to average nearly 100,000 new cases and nearly 400 COVID-related deaths a day according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
"As we navigate the 'new normal' of living with COVID-19, Sal6830 is transforming the testing environment with fast point of care PCR results without the discomfort of nasal swabs," said Jeff Chapman, President and CEO for MicroGEM. "Bundling Sal6830 with AiTmed's telemedicine platform gives patients the ultimate user experience with ease of use, confidence in results, and the surety their medical records are secure and accessible – truly one-stop management of their healthcare needs."
AiTmed has developed blockchain and Artificial Intelligence technology to give people the most secure and highest level of personal privacy to manage their healthcare needs. Blockchain is a digital ledger of records that is distributed and tracked across a peer-to-peer network. Blockchains, the foundation of cryptocurrency systems, guarantee the fidelity of data without the need for a third party.
"Our revolutionary blockchain technology is at the leading edge of telehealth services, offering the most secure and convenient way to manage complete health records, including COVID-19 results," said Gary Chen, MD, CEO for AiTmed. "Together with MicroGEM's first-of-its-kind saliva PCR test for point of care, we offer a powerful approach to assist with community infection control, all with no pain and no contact paperwork."
AiTmed will leverage its extensive network of ambulatory care, surgery centers, and specialty clinics to provide practitioners with fast COVID-19 testing and a comprehensive healthcare management system. As MicroGEM expands the test menu offerings on the Sal6830 for pathogens of interest to public health and biomarkers important to wellness, those tests will also become available to AiTmed's network.
The MicroGEM Sal6830 Point of Care PCR System is designed to capture intact virus, a key indicator of infectiousness. Sal6830's non-invasive saliva sampling, no extra consumables or sample preparation, simple on-screen instructions, and fast on-the-spot PCR results give medical providers an invaluable tool to identify, isolate, and treat patients who are positive while proceeding with medical services for those who are negative. It protects healthcare workers, limiting their exposure to infective patients and providing a simple workflow for routine staff testing.
The MicroGEM Sal6830 SARS-CoV-2 Saliva Test has not been FDA cleared or approved, but has been authorized for emergency use by FDA under an EUA for use by authorized laboratories, including under a CLIA waiver. Find Sal6830 FDA EUA information here: https://microgembiocovid19.com/img/uploads/FDA%20language%20for%20website.pdf
AiTMed is an enterprise-ready platform uniquely delivering transformative business value across the patient/physician lifecycle. AiTMed combines unrivaled AI technology by allowing patients to access board-certified physicians remotely and on-site physically, 24/7, anytime, anywhere (telemedicine); offered through a Web3 secured technology platform for HIPAA-compliancy via end-user-enabled mobile devices (blockchain). AiTmed offers a seamless connection to medical care providers, with accurate access to up-to-date patient data, medical prognosis, past medical histories, and medical prescriptions with intelligent analysis of individual health trends and conditions, all in a single intelligence-driven platform.
https://aitmed.com/
Contact: Brittany Montgomery, VP of Business Operation
britt@aitmed.com
MicroGEM democratizes molecular biology by moving complex molecular biology tools out of highly skilled laboratories to non-laboratory settings where they can be used quickly at the point of need. The company's innovative enzymatic approach to nucleic acid extraction provides the foundation for fast sample preparation suitable for PCR analysis. Coupled with its expertise in microfluidics and synthetic biology, MicroGEM creates the next generation of person-portable diagnostic devices for the management of infectious diseases and other personalized medicine applications.
www.microgembio.com/covid-19
Contact: Lianne Landers, Sr. Director of Corporate Communications
l.landers@microgembio.com
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HOUSTON, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that it will lead research and development for self-defending, self-recovering cyber defense concepts in support of the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD), through Frazer-Nash Consultancy, a KBR company.
Frazer-Nash will work with the MOD's Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) as part of the Autonomous Resilient Cyber Defence (ARCD) project.
The three-year project will leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to develop cyber defense concepts that can be tested and evaluated against attacks in a simulated military environment. Frazer-Nash will use the latest technologies to deliver high-risk, disruptive options; AI-driven cyber defense decision-making; and informed cyber sensing, which will be integrated into the concept demonstrator.
"KBR and Frazer-Nash are renowned for helping organizations safeguard their systems and protect their critical assets and processes through teams that are at the forefront of innovation," said Andrew Barrie, Managing Director of Frazer-Nash Consultancy and President of KBR's Government Solutions EMEA business. "We are excited to support the MOD in its fight against cyber-attacks with this cutting-edge research and demonstrator."
Zoe Fowle, Dstl's Cyber Security Programme Manager, said, "Dstl are excited to be working with KBR and Frazer-Nash on this vanguard project, delivering cutting-edge response and recovery concept demonstrators over the next three years, with the potential to transform cyber resilience for MOD."
KBR has worked in the cyber security arena for more than two decades. Its security professionals protect organizations' systems and data, analyze and mitigate cyber risk, and deliver advice and assurance, as well as using their expertise to advance holistic cyber defense that covers technology, people and processes.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long- term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
Visit www.kbr.com
Frazer-Nash is a leading systems and engineering technology company. Our work makes a difference to things that matter in the world.
With over 1,000 employees, Frazer-Nash works from a network of nine UK and four Australian locations. Our consultants apply their expertise to develop, enhance and protect our clients' critical assets, systems and processes.
In an uncertain world, we contribute to national security in a huge number of ways. We help make sure that power is generated and distributed to everyone who needs it. We support moving people and goods around and between the big cities of an increasingly urbanised society. We work to make the world a more sustainable place. We ensure governments save time and money when public spending globally is under huge pressure. And we help our clients wrestle with the challenges and opportunities of an ever-accelerating digital revolution.
Our people use their combined strengths to deliver technical solutions to some of the most challenging problems out there. Sometimes these challenges are difficult technical issues, and sometimes they are difficult because of the environment our clients operate in. Our great strength is our ability to rise to these challenges and deliver.
The statements in this press release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding future financial performance, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company's control that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the significant adverse impacts on economic and market conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic and the company's ability to respond to the resulting challenges and business disruption; the recent dislocation of the global energy market; the company's ability to manage its liquidity; the outcome of and the publicity surrounding audits and investigations by domestic and foreign government agencies and legislative bodies; potential adverse proceedings by such agencies and potential adverse results and consequences from such proceedings; changes in capital spending by the company's customers; the company's ability to obtain contracts from existing and new customers and perform under those contracts; structural changes in the industries in which the company operates; escalating costs associated with and the performance of fixed-fee projects and the company's ability to control its cost under its contracts; claims negotiations and contract disputes with the company's customers; changes in the demand for or price of oil and/or natural gas; protection of intellectual property rights; compliance with environmental laws; changes in government regulations and regulatory requirements; compliance with laws related to income taxes; unsettled political conditions, war and the effects of terrorism; foreign operations and foreign exchange rates and controls; the development and installation of financial systems; the possibility of cyber and malware attacks; increased competition for employees; the ability to successfully complete and integrate acquisitions; and operations of joint ventures, including joint ventures that are not controlled by the company.
The company's most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequent Form 10-Qs and 8-Ks, and other U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings discuss some of the important risk factors that the company has identified that may affect its business, results of operations and financial condition. Except as required by law, the company undertakes no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason.
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BOSTON, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Valo Health, Inc ("Valo"), the technology company focused on transforming the drug discovery and development process using human-centric data and artificial intelligence, today announced that David Berry, founder & CEO of Valo will participate in a panel discussion at Citi's 17th Annual BioPharma Conference on September 7th at 2:40 pm EST in Boston.
Valo Health, Inc ("Valo") is a technology company built to transform the drug discovery and development process using human-centric data and artificial intelligence driven computation. As a digitally native company, Valo aims to fully integrate human-centric data across the entire drug development life cycle into a single unified architecture, thereby accelerating the discovery and development of life-changing drugs while simultaneously reducing costs, time, and failure rates. The company's Opal Computational Platform™ is an integrated set of capabilities designed to transform data into valuable insights that may accelerate discoveries and enable Valo to advance a robust pipeline of programs across cardiovascular metabolic renal, oncology, and neurodegenerative disease. Founded by Flagship Pioneering and headquartered in Boston, MA, Valo also has offices in Lexington, MA, New York, NY, Branford, CT, and San Francisco, CA. To learn more, visit www.valohealth.com.
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Investors: Graeme Bell, Chief Financial Officer
gbell@valohealth.com
Media: Jennifer Hanley, VP Corporate Communications
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RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ) announces that Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH) in South Korea has placed an order for the treatment planning system RayStation®*.
STOCKHOLM, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The carbon ion center at SNUH has ordered RayStation treatment planning system from RaySearch for use with their Toshiba Heavy Ion Therapy System. The software includes advanced technology such as radiobiological optimization of carbon pencil-beam plans and the full suite of functionalities for dose accumulation and adaptive re-planning.
Carbon ion therapy is a highly advanced radiation therapy technique that can be effective for complex tumors which are difficult to treat with conventional methods. SNUH is the second carbon ion center in Korea to select RaySearch, the first customer was Yonsei Cancer Center in Seoul.
Johan Löf, founder and CEO, RaySearch, says: "I am pleased to welcome SNUH to our expanding user community. With the order from SNUH RaySearch re-confirms our market leading position in this unique segment with a global market share close to 100 percent."
About Seoul National University Hospital
SNUH was founded in 1885 and for the past 130 years this national hospital has been leading the advancement of medicine in Korea. The SNU Cancer Hospital opened in March 2011 and consists of 28 specialized centers.
About RaySearch
RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ) is a medical technology company that develops innovative software solutions for improved cancer treatment. RaySearch markets the RayStation®* treatment planning system (TPS) and the oncology information system (OIS) RayCare®*. The most recent additions to the RaySearch product line are RayIntelligence® and RayCommand®. RayIntelligence is an oncology analytics system (OAS) which enables cancer clinics to collect, structure and analyze data. RayCommand, a treatment control system (TCS), is designed to link the treatment machine and the treatment planning and oncology information systems.
RaySearch software is used by over 800 clinics in more than 40 countries. The company was founded in 2000 as a spin-off from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm and the share has been listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since 2003. More information is available at raysearchlabs.com.
About RayStation
RayStation®* is a flexible, innovative treatment planning system, chosen by many leading cancer centers worldwide. It combines unique features such as unmatched adaptive therapy capabilities, multi-criteria optimization, market-leading algorithms for treatment plan optimization for HDR brachytherapy and external beam therapy with photons, electrons, and protons, as well as helium and carbon ions. RayStation supports a wide range of treatment machines, providing one control center for all treatment planning needs and ensuring centers get greater value from existing equipment. RayStation also seamlessly integrates with RayCare®*. By harmonizing the treatment planning, the care of cancer patients worldwide is improved.
* Subject to regulatory clearance in some markets.
CONTACT:
For more information, please contact:
Johan Löf, founder and CEO, RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ)
Telephone: +46 (0)8 510 530 00, johan.lof@raysearchlabs.com
Björn Hårdemark, interim CFO, RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ)
Tel: +46 (0) )709 564 217, bjorn.hardemark@raysearchlabs.com
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SINGAPORE, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MoonXBT, the next generation copy trading platform focusing on crypto from spot trading to derivatives, was picked into a list of the "12 Best Crypto Copy Trading Platforms in 2022 for New Traders" by Bybit, a crypto pioneering exchange who ranked No. 8 in derivative trading on coin market cap.
Early this year, The Insight Partners released a report on social trading platforms forecasting that the market size of social trading platforms will double from $2.2 billion to almost $4 billion in the next few years. Trading has been around for thousands of years, but one of the hottest trends right now is social trading. And at its core is the copy trading function which allows users to mimic professional traders' strategies and have their orders executed automatically.
There has been an offspring of copy trading exchanges growing up for the past years. Among them is MoonXBT which is "an excellent platform for replicating the trading results of profitable seasoned traders", according to Bybit. Just like what this peer who has been an OG in copy trading described, despite that MoonXBT is relatively new, it is already making a name in copy trading due to its excellent deals and infinite capabilities.
High liquidity and fast settlement
MoonXBT now has a full product line including future contract, warrant option, spot trading, perpetual swap and OTC trading, but it started out focusing on future contracts which makes it stand out quickly from all the other copy trading platforms.
MoonXBT's contract is called liquid contract which by its name indicates the strong liquidity behind it. Along with its upgraded contract structure, MoonXB's light contract processing time is one of the fastest in the industry. Liquidity as well as processing time are vital to contract trading which can directly affect the earnings of the investors.
Now, most of the copy trading platforms apply copy trading to contract trading and contract trading only. For the development of copy trading which most new traders see as a way to learn derivative trading, it is important to guarantee the contract product itself is liquid and fast. And MoonXBT does so which results in its instant growth of popularity as a copy trading platform.
Good social vibes in community
During the last two years, there has been a significant increase in the growth of individual investors. In America alone, millions of new users have downloaded some sort of trading applications for the first time. Meanwhile, it is found that more and more young investors are investing in cryptocurrencies over stocks.
For these new users, it was found that more or less of them would follow some sort of influencers to get trading tips. In the media landscape nowadays, social media play a vital role even in the crypto world. MoonXBT has garnered many excellent trading influencers on the platform whom users can follow and even copy trade.
Moreover, MoonXBT also has many social trading tools such as forums, trading battle and so forth to enhance the communication between traders and strengthen the integration of social interactions and transactions.
MoonXBT now has a community with a very wide reach. The platform can be accessed in over 60 countries with community members mainly coming from Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey, Russia and Latin America. Community with such a diverse cultural background has nurtured a vibrant communicating environment which helps MoonXBT to become a better copy trading platform.
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GETTYSBURG, Pa., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacific Clinic's Scott Fairhurst, Ph.D., Vice President of Outcomes and Evaluation, Analytics and Training for Pacific Clinics and Laura Pancake, Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations, Los Angeles / South Coast Regions, will present The Future Of Person-Centered Care In California – The Pacific Clinics Case Study at the May 26 OPEN MINDS Circle Elite Virtual Executive Roundtable. The session will present lessons learned by Pacific Clinics in implementing a person-centered approach to care including identifying data, building dashboards, and developing a data-driven culture to provide a roadmap for organizational strategy.
Pacific Clinics is a leading non-profit behavioral health organization, in the state of California, their population health management and clinical services approach to providing person-centered care for adults and youth in Los Angeles County led them to adopting a culture of utilization and using data dashboards—including social determinants of health data—to determine funding and patient allocation. Pacific Clinics engages in data-driven conversations with their clients and treatment team and evaluate consumer progress to improve consumer outcomes. Dr. Fairhurst and Ms. Pancake will discuss how dashboards are used in tracking client progress, treatment, and overall coordination of client care; what data to include in dashboards within a model of Collaborative Plan Development and clinical supervision; clinical analytics that drive patient-centered care; and using evidence-based Health Navigation to improve access and coordination of person-centered care and community supports. They will also outline how incorporating social determinants of health services improves outcomes and reduces the need and cost of intensive health services.
"Data is emerging as a clear-cut and evidence-based way to make transparent decisions." Noted Monica E. Oss, chief executive officer of OPEN MINDS. "Nowhere is this more necessitated than in the world of health care. Allowing data to drive conversations and decisions ensures that you are moving towards an evidence-based improvement model that accurately analyzes and manages problems that may arise."
Scott Fairhurst, Ph.D., is the current vice president of outcomes and evaluation, analytics, and training for Pacific Clinics. Mr. Fairhurst works to improve clinical outcomes by focusing on training in evidence-based practice, measuring clinical progress, and promoting a mission-driven culture of improvement. Dr. Fairhurst joined Pacific Clinics in 1998 and has held several various roles working with children and adolescents whose behavior was considered intensive. Dr. Fairhurst has co-authored scholarly articles and presented research at conferences across the country. Dr. Fairhurst earned his doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Houston.
Laura Pancake is the senior vice president of clinical operations for the Los Angeles/ South Coast Regions, and is responsible for the oversight of all programs, including health navigation, employment training and placement, substance use treatment, and housing. Ms. Pancake has over thirty years of career driven experience. Ms. Pancake has co-authored research reports, including a study to reduce the early mortality of individuals with serious mental illnesses published in the journal Psychiatric Services. Ms. Pancake served as the co-co-principal investigator in partnership with the University of Southern California to identify factors and roadblocks preventing rehabilitation for consumers living with schizophrenia. Ms. Pancake was named one of Los Angeles Business Journal's Top Women Leaders in Healthcare, in 2019. Ms. Pancake is a licensed Clinical Social Worker and earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from West Virginia University and a master's degree in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach.
As OPEN MINDS Vice President, Western Region, Richard Louis, III has extensive experience as a behavioral health care administrator, business development specialist and innovator of new service lines. Mr. Louis has served as a Psychiatric Hospital Administrator, Charter Medical Corporation & Assistant Director of Behavioral Health at San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health in California. Mr. Louis graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Whittier College.
To register for the May 26 event, visit https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5721486198515245580.
The May 26 Circle Elite Executive Roundtable is offered as part of a weekly series designed to help executive teams navigate the business, organizational, operational, and culture changes of a market in turbulence during (and after) the COVID-19 crisis. Each one-hour briefing outlines a field-tested approach for recovering from the crisis and developing a plan for organizational sustainability. Once an exclusive benefit to Elite members of the OPEN MINDS Circle, these impactful sessions are now available to all OPEN MINDS subscribers and available on demand.
About OPEN MINDS
OPEN MINDS is a national market intelligence, management consulting, and marketing services firm specializing exclusively in the markets of the health and human service field that serve consumers with chronic conditions and complex support needs. OPEN MINDS' mission is to provide payers, service provider organizations, and technology and scientific firms that serve these consumers with the market and management knowledge needed to improve their organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
For more information on the program, sponsorship opportunities, or media inquiries, contact the Executive Education & Events team, at 877-350-6463 or events@openminds.com.
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STOCKHOLM, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sandvik has completed the previously announced acquisition of the assets of US based company Peterson Tool Company, Inc., ("PTC") a leading supplier of machine-specific custom insert tooling solutions. The product offering includes custom carbide form inserts for high-production turning and grooving applications, primarily within the general engineering and automotive segments. The company will be reported in the GWS Tool business unit in Walter, a division within the business area Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions.
In 2021 the company had revenues of 9 million USD and an EBITA margin neutral to Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions. Impact on Sandvik's earnings per share will be limited, yet slightly positive.
Sandvik AB
For further information, contact Louise Tjeder, Vice President Investor Relations, phone: +46 70 782 6374 or Johannes Hellström, Press and Media Relations Manager, phone: +46 70 721 1008.
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Dorothy May Kacir
Dorothy May Kacir, age 90, of Temple passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. A private service for the immediate family will be held at a later date.
Dorothy was born to Sam R. and Vera May Hyatt Wood in Cisco, Texas on July 21, 1931. The family moved to Austin, Texas when she was a young child. She married Sidney Kacir on June 10, 1955, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and they enjoyed 66 years of married life together.
She graduated from Austin High School and attended the University of Texas at Austin. In 1953 she graduated from Seton School of Nursing in Austin as a registered nurse. She worked at the VA Hospital in Temple as a registered nurse until she married Sidney in 1955 and became a homemaker. During her time in nursing school and at the VA she made many life-long friends. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 87 and RVOS Lodge 5.
She went by many names, Dorothy, Dottie, Dot, Slats, and Gabby, but was known as Dot, mama, and mema to those who loved her most. Her family was her everything, and she was a loving, caring, devoted, and supportive wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a relentless advocate for her special needs grandson George. From room mother and school activities, to dance mom, to soccer grandma, she never missed a school event or recital and was always there for her children and grandchildren in every way.
Dorothy loved animals and began rescuing them at a young age. From orphaned baby birds, squirrels, and calves to every stray dog and cat in the neighborhood, and every type of animal in-between, she took them in and cared for them and found good homes for the ones her kids couldn’t convince her to keep. It wasn’t unusual to see her around town with a dog, cat, or calf in the back seat of her car. She also enjoyed traveling, especially to the mountains and the family took many memorable road trips to the American West and Canadian Rockies. She and Sidney also took trips to many of the same places with their grandchildren. She was tough and determined and could do anything she put her mind to, including a hike to Angel Glacier with her grandchildren when she was in her 80’s.
Fridays were her day. After her weekly visit to the beauty shop, she went to S&W for her allergy shot, and afterwards ate out or picked up something for supper. She would order the largest dinner on the menu and finish every bite or spend hours at Luby’s or buffets eating and visiting with family, friends, and the staff. She never met a stranger and enjoyed laughing and talking with everyone she met, especially her pals at the allergy clinic, beauty shop, stores, and restaurants she frequented. She would pretty much know your life story after a conversation or two and would remember everything about you and the talks you shared.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and her sister, Mary Troutman.
Her survivors include daughters, Donna Waskow and Linda Hopper (husband James), and son, Dan Kacir. She is also survived by four grandchildren, George Hopper, Jennifer Ashley Hopper, Charles Kacir, and Samantha Kacir, one brother, Wayne Wood, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorials can be made to the George Bradley Hopper Special Needs Trust, c/o Linda Hopper, 3302 Elm Drive, Temple, TX 76502, or Heights Baptist Church, 1220 South 49th Street, Temple, TX 76504.
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home
in Temple is in charge of arrangements.
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SHANGHAI, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Seasons Education (Cayman) Inc. ("Four Seasons Education" or the "Company") (NYSE: FEDU), today announced that it will change the ratio of its American depositary shares ("ADSs") representing its ordinary shares from two (2) ADSs representing one (1) ordinary share to one (1) ADS representing ten (10) ordinary shares.
For Four Seasons Education's ADS holders, the change in the ADS ratio will have the same effect as a one-for-twenty reverse ADS split. There will be no change to the Company's underlying ordinary shares, and no ordinary shares will be issued or cancelled in connection with the change in ADS ratio. The Company will file a post-effective amendment to its registration statement on Form F-6 with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") to reflect the change in the ADS ratio. The effect of the ratio change on the Company's ADS trading price on the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE") is expected to take place on or about June 21, 2022 (U.S. Eastern Time).
Each ADS holder of record at the close of business on the date when the change in the ADS ratio is effective will be required to surrender their ADSs to the Company's depositary bank, Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, for cancellation and exchange in the ratio of every twenty (20) existing ADSs for one (1) new ADS. Four Seasons Education's ADSs will continue to be traded on the NYSE under the symbol "FEDU".
No fractional new ADSs will be issued in connection with the change in the ADS ratio. Instead, fractional entitlements to new ADSs will be aggregated and sold by the depositary bank and the net cash proceeds from the sale of the fractional ADS entitlements (after deduction of fees, taxes and expenses) will be distributed to the applicable ADS holders by the depositary bank.
The purpose of the ADS ratio change is to increase the Company's ADS trading price to be in compliance with the NYSE's trading price requirements. As a result of the change in the ADS ratio, the ADS trading price is expected to increase proportionally, although the Company can give no assurance that the ADS trading price after the change in the ADS ratio will be equal to or greater than twenty times the ADS trading price before the change or that the Company will be able to satisfy the NYSE's trading price or other continued listing requirements.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains statements of a forward-looking nature. These statements, including the statements relating to the Company's future financial and operating results, are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these forward-looking statements by terminology such as "will," "expects," "believes," "anticipates," "intends," "estimates" and similar statements. Among other things, management's quotations and the Business Outlook section contain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company and the industry. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those relating to its ability to attract new students and improve students' comprehensive performance, PRC regulations and policies relating to the education industry in China, general economic conditions in China, and the Company's ability to meet the standards necessary to maintain listing of its ADSs on the NYSE or other stock exchanges, including its ability to cure any non-compliance with the NYSE's continued listing criteria. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that its expectations will turn out to be correct, and investors are cautioned that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. Further information regarding risks and uncertainties faced by the Company is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual reports on Form 20-F.
About Four Seasons Education (Cayman) Inc.
Four Seasons Education (Cayman) Inc. is a leading Shanghai-based education company dedicated to providing comprehensive educational services. The Company's vision is to unlock students' intellectual potential through high quality and effective education that can profoundly benefit students. The Company's proprietary educational service offerings are designed to cultivate students' interests and enhance their cognitive and logical thinking abilities. The Company's faculty is led by a group of experienced senior educators, including recognized scholars and award-winning teachers. Over the years, the quality of the Company's educational services has been demonstrated by its student outstanding performance.
For more information, please visit http://ir.sijiedu.com.
For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
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Four Seasons Education (Cayman) Inc.
Olivia Li
Tel: +86 (21) 6317-6678
E-mail: IR@fsesa.com
The Piacente Group, Inc.
Jenny Cai
Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677
E-mail: fourseasons@tpg-ir.com
In the United States:
The Piacente Group, Inc.
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
E-mail: fourseasons@tpg-ir.com
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Two Florida deputies saved a 9-year-old boy's life Thursday night, pulling him through the window of a burning home.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's deputies arrived shortly after 11 p.m. ET at a home engulfed in flames and were told there was a child still in the house, according to a news release from the Sheriff's Office.
Footage from body-worn cameras shows Deputy Kevin Reich and Deputy Alexander Maldonado working for more than four minutes to rescue a boy named Owen, breaking two bedroom windows and attempting to coax him out by using their flashlights as smoke pours from the house.
The heroic deputies cough through thick smoke before Owen finally gets close enough to the window to be pulled to safety.
The deputies stayed with Owen until Hillsborough County Fire Rescue arrived and took Owen; his mother, Karen McGinnis; and her boyfriend to Tampa General Hospital, the release stated.
On Friday, McGinnis and Owen's father, Chris Ares, told reporters the boy remains hospitalized with second-degree burns on his face and his right arm. McGinnis said Owen is "heavily sedated and very comfortable."
McGinnis said if it wasn't for deputies, the conversation would be different.
"They [the deputies] put their necks on the line" not waiting for the fire department to arrive, she said. McGinnis said she had tried to break a window but wasn't able to do so.
Ares said the reason he and McGinnis decided to speak to the media was because "heroes need to be recognized."
"It wasn't for them, my son would be dead. It was like within minutes he was gonna be ... he wouldn't have made it," Ares said.
"All too often, we talk about the bad, and I feel like it's very important that we talk about our heroes and the police are good and you know, they saved my son's life and I'm so grateful," he added.
Ares said the deputies described the intense heat of the fire and said taking a breath was hard.
"It was literally choking them, and yet they would go and they would choke and then catch their breath and come back and continue to search for him," Ares added.
Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a statement he could not be more proud of the deputies and said they never gave up.
"We must always be ready to jump in and help. These deputies never hesitated," he added. "They are true examples of what it means to be a hero."
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Justice Samuel Alito mocked foreign leaders’ criticism of the Supreme Court decision he authored overturning a constitutional right to abortion, in his first public comments since last month’s ruling. The justice’s remarks drew more criticism as well as some support.
Speaking in Rome at a religious liberty summit, Alito, 72, spent only a couple of minutes on the subject of abortion, and then only to discuss his foreign critics — an unusual step for a high court justice.
Dressed in a tuxedo and sporting a beard he sometimes grows when the court is out of session, Alito quipped that the ruling he authored had been “lambasted by a whole string of foreign leaders,” then joked that British Prime Minister Boris Johnson had “paid the price” for his comments. Johnson called the decision “a big step backwards” shortly before stepping down amid unrelated ethics investigations.
The decision by the court’s conservative majority led roughly a dozen states to shut down or severely restrict abortions within days. Eventually half of U.S. states are expected to ban or seriously restrict the procedure.
Alito also drew laughs from the audience at the conference, sponsored by the University of Notre Dame law school, when he said that “what really wounded me” were remarks made” by Britain’s Prince Harry. Speaking to the United Nations last week, Harry talked about the “rolling back of constitutional rights here in the United States” as one of a series of converging crises that also included the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also drew Alito’s attention in the talk he gave in Rome on July 21 at the invitation-only event. The law school posted the video this week. Alito was not identified in advance as a speaker at the conference.
Johnson’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Trudeau’s press secretary Cecely Roy said he would “always will stand up for women’s constitutional rights — including the right to choose and access to abortion.”
While justices routinely engage in pointed exchanges with their colleagues in dueling opinions, they rarely respond to outside critics. That’s especially true when talking about foreign leaders in an appearance outside the U.S., said Neil Siegel, professor of law and political science at Duke Law School.
“His tone can be quite dismissive and scathing. It’s as if he simply doesn’t care that there are tens of millions of people in this country and abroad who disagree with him profoundly,” he said. “I think the most important thing is that this is not how our justices are supposed to behave.”
Yet there is no prohibition on justices discussing cases publicly once they are decided, said Akhil Reed Amar, professor of constitutional law at Yale Law School. Alito’s comments weren’t about the underlying issue of abortion, but rather about foreign dignitaries weighing in on American law without necessarily being well versed in the subject, he said. Johnson, for example, may have been seeking to draw attention away from his own domestic issues, Amar said.
“This was slightly impertinent on their part,” Amar said, who also praised Alito for responding “with a little bit of wit and style.”
The justice’s speech drew criticism Friday from U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., who wrote in a tweet the remarks were politicized and said they “should be alarming to anyone.”
It’s “ironic” that Alito scoffed at international opinions even though he cited English jurists from the 17th and 18th centuries in the opinion overturning Roe v. Wade, said Michele Goodwin, a professor at the University of California, Irvine, and the founding director of the Center for Biotechnology and Global Health Policy. “He himself invested in an ideology from abroad that was quite arcane in order to do what he did in this decision,” he said.
The speech comes amid a sharp increase in the portion of Americans who say their confidence in the Supreme Court is eroding. A poll from The Associated Press -NORC Center for Public Affairs Research this week found 43% of Americans have “hardly any confidence” in the court, up from just 27% percent three months ago.
The abortion ruling was one of several seismic decisions this summer, but overturning Roe v. Wade and ending a nearly half-century guarantee of abortion rights had the most widespread impact.
It’s also sparked profound changes in other medical care, with some doctors declining immediate treatment for serious health problems related to reproductive care for fear of running afoul of strict abortion bans.
Alito’s speech was dedicated primarily to praising religious liberty, another area in which conservatives prevailed at the Supreme Court in cases involving tax dollars for religious schools in Maine and a football coach’s right to pray at the 50-yard line.
He has been a justice since 2006, appointed by President George W. Bush.
Four years later, attending President Barack Obama’s State of the Union speech, Alito was caught on camera mouthing the words “not true” in response to Obama’s criticism — also unusual — of another major, conservative-driven court decision, the Citizens United case that opened the floodgates to corporate and union spending in federal election campaigns.
Alito has never addressed that controversy in public, but it seems clear from the questions he posed when the court heard arguments that he objected to Obama saying the ruling reversed a century of law.
Alito has never again attended the State of the Union address.
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Three of the world's leading browsers were measured for Phishing and Malware protection with time to block and protection over time as key metrics in test scores.
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CyberRatings.org, the non-profit entity dedicated to providing transparency on cybersecurity product efficacy, has published the results of its 2022 Web Browser Security Test. Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox were tested for Phishing Protection and Malware Protection running on Windows 10 and 11.
The Malware tests ran for 24 days with 96 discrete test runs. Phishing tests ran for 20 days with 80 discrete test runs. The reports include measurements of protection against fresh new attacks, consistency of protection over time, and how effective the browser protection was overall.
The ability to warn potential victims that they are about to land on a malicious website or click on a suspicious URL puts web browsers in a unique position to protect the user from an attack. Websites that trick users into downloading malware and phishing campaigns often used for criminal activity have short lifespans, so it is essential that the URL is discovered and added to the reputation system as quickly as possible. A good reputation system must be both accurate and fast to achieve high catch rates.
"Phishing attacks pose a significant risk to individuals and organizations by threatening to compromise or acquire sensitive personal and corporate information," said Vikram Phatak, CEO of CyberRatings.org. "Phishing and Ransomware attacks continue to rise year over year. Consumers should not override the warnings offered by their web browser protection but instead take advantage of the free offering."
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- Microsoft Edge: Version 101.0.1210.47 - 102.0.1254.39
- Mozilla Firefox: Version 100.0.1 - 101.0.1
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LUND, Sweden, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hansa Biopharma AB, "Hansa" (Nasdaq Stockholm: HNSA), pioneer in enzyme technology for rare immunological conditions, has today on June 30, 2022 held its Annual General Meeting. The Annual General Meeting was conducted by advance voting only, without physical presence of shareholders, proxies and third parties. The Annual General Meeting of Hansa Biopharma AB (publ) (the "Company") passed the following resolutions.
Resolution regarding the adoption of the income statement and the balance sheet as well as consolidated income statement and consolidated balance sheet, appropriation of result and discharge from liability.
The Annual General Meeting resolved to adopt the income statement and balance sheet, consolidated income statement and balance sheet for 2021. Furthermore, it was resolved that the Company's results shall be carried forward and thus no dividend will be distributed. The Annual General Meeting also resolved to discharge the members of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer from liability.
The number of members of the Board of Directors and auditors, election of the Board of Directors and auditor and remuneration to the Board of Directors and the auditor
The Annual General Meeting resolved that the members of the Board of Directors shall be six with no deputy members.
The Annual General Meeting resolved that Anders Gersel Pedersen, Andreas Eggert, Eva Nilsagård, Hilary Malone and Mats Blom are re-elected as members of the Board of Directors and election of Peter Nicklin as a new member of the Board of Directors for the period until the end of the next Annual General Meeting. The Annual General Meeting further resolved to elect Peter Nicklin as chair of the Board of Directors for the period until the end of the next Annual General Meeting.
The Annual General Meeting resolved to re-elect KPMG AB as auditor for the period until the end of the next Annual General Meeting.
The Annual General Meeting resolved that the fees for the Board of Directors, for the period until the end of the next Annual General Meeting, shall remain unchanged from the previous year and shall be SEK 900,000 to the chair of the Board and SEK 300,000 each to the other Board members. It was further resolved that the remuneration to the chair of the Audit Committee should be SEK 150,000 and SEK 75,000 to each other member in the Audit Committee, SEK 40,000 to the chair of the Remuneration Committee and SEK 25,000 to each other member in the Remuneration Committee, SEK 25,000 to each member in the Scientific Committee and USD 20,000 to the chair of the U.S. Committee. It was further resolved that the remuneration to the auditor shall be paid as per approved current account.
Resolution regarding principles for the appointment of the nomination committee
The Annual General Meeting resolved to adopt the proposed principles for appointment of the Nomination Committee.
Approval of the Board of Directors' remuneration report
The Annual General meeting approved the Board of Directors' remuneration report.
Resolution on guidelines for remuneration to members of management
The Annual General Meeting resolved to adopt the proposed guidelines for executive remuneration,
Resolution on amendment of the articles of association
The Annual General Meeting resolved, in accordance with the Board of Directors' proposal, to adopt the proposed amendments of the articles of association, whereby a new section is inserted in the articles of association which will set out the forum for resolving certain U.S. securities related complaints. The insertion of the section is conditional on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission declaring the registration statement on Form F-1 relating to a potential initial public offering of American Depositary Shares in the U.S. representing common shares in Hansa Biopharma effective.
Resolution to adopt a long-term incentive program based on performance-based share rights for employees at Hansa Biopharma
The Annual General Meeting resolved, in accordance with the Board of Directors' proposal, to adopt a long-term incentive program based on performance-based share rights for employees of the Hansa Biopharma group ("Share Rights Program 2022"), whereby not more than 45 individuals within the Hansa Biopharma group may participate. The participants will receive performance based share rights which, subject to certain conditions being met, give the right to receive ordinary shares in the Company. A maximum of 624,615 share rights may be allotted to participants under the program. The Annual General Meeting further resolved, in accordance with the Board of Directors' proposal, to adopt certain hedging arrangements to ensure delivery of shares based on share rights to participants of the Share Rights Program 2022, the Option Program 2022 (as defined below) and the previously adopted and outstanding incentive programs approved by the Annual General Meetings held 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, as well as to cover any social charges arising as a result of the programs. The hedging arrangements include an authorization for the Board of Directors to issue new class C shares, authorization to repurchase the issued class C shares and, following the reclassification into ordinary shares, resolution to transfer the ordinary shares free of charge to participants of the Share Rights Program 2022, the Option Program 2022 (as defined below) and the previously adopted and outstanding incentive programs approved by the annual general meetings held 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 as well as in the market in order to secure possible social contributions.
Resolution to adopt a long-term incentive program based on employee stock options for employees in Hansa Biopharma
The Annual General Meeting resolved, in accordance with the Board of Directors' proposal, to adopt a long-term incentive program for employees in Hansa Biopharma ("Option Program 2022"), whereby not more than 15 individuals within the Hansa Biopharma group may participate. The Option Program 2022 consists of employee stock options that have a vesting period of three (3) years, after which the holder is entitled to exercise the options for ordinary shares during a period of three (3) years. A maximum of 452,307 options may be allotted to participants under the program. The Annual General Meeting further resolved, in accordance with the Board of Directors' proposal, to authorize the Board of Directors to issue new class C shares, authorization to repurchase the issued class C shares and, following the reclassification into ordinary shares, resolution to transfer the ordinary shares free of charge to participants of the Option Program 2022, the Share Rights Program 2022 and the previously adopted and outstanding incentive programs approved by the annual general meetings held 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 as well as in the market in order to secure possible social contributions.
Resolution to authorize the Board of Directors to resolve on issue of ordinary shares and warrants and/or convertibles
The Annual General Meeting further resolved, in accordance with the Board of Directors' proposal, to authorize the Board of Directors to, until the next Annual General Meeting, on one or more occasions, decide upon issuances of new ordinary shares, warrants and/or convertibles. New issues of ordinary shares and issues of warrants and/or convertibles may occur with or without preferential rights for shareholders of the Company and may be made either in cash and/or by way of set-off or contribution in kind or otherwise on specific terms. The number of shares issued, or number of shares created in connection with exercise of warrants or conversion of convertibles, may not correspond to a dilution of more than twenty per cent of the total number of shares outstanding at the Annual General Meeting's resolution on the authorization, after full exercise of the authorization. In the current position of the Company, it is of high importance for the Company's ability to build and maximize shareholder value to have, and it is the purpose of the proposed authorization to provide, sufficient financial flexibility and a broad acting scope for the Board of Directors, in particular to match significant commercial and pipeline growth acceleration opportunities with the available financing mandate, provide flexibility to quickly respond to strategic opportunities such as partnerships or collaborations or to expand the shareholder constituency in certain investor markets or in connection with the listing of the shares on a U.S. stock exchange.
More information about the resolutions is available in the notice and the complete propisals which are available on the Company's website, www.hansabiopharma.com.
The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out below, at 12:30 CEST on June 30, 2022
CONTACT:
For further information, please contact:
Klaus Sindahl, Head of Investor Relations
Hansa Biopharma
Mobile: +46 (0) 709-298 269
E-mail: klaus.sindahl@hansabiopharma.com
Katja Margell
Head of Corporate Communications
Hansa Biopharma
Mobile: +46 (0) 768-198 326
E-mail: katja.margell@hansabiopharma.com
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