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Army grounds fleet of Chinook helicopters after engine fires
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Army said Tuesday it has grounded its fleet of about 400 Chinook cargo helicopters after fuel leaks caused a “small number” of engine fires.
Army spokeswoman Cynthia Smith said the Army has identified the cause of the leaks and is working to resolve the problem. Smith said that some aircraft may not requires the fix, so they may be able to return to flight soon.
The fleet was grounded during the past weekend. Smith said there were no injuries or deaths associated with the fires but the Army temporarily grounded the fleet out of an abundance of caution.
The Chinook is the Army’s key heavy-lift helicopter, used to transport troops and equipment, and was a familiar sight in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars.
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New warrant issued for election-denying Colorado clerk
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (AP) — A new arrest warrant was issued Thursday for Colorado’s election-denying clerk, less than a week after the embattled official convinced a judge not to send her back to jail for improperly traveling out of state while awaiting trial on felony charges.
The warrant was issued for Tina Peters’ arrest after authorities say she violated another term of her $25,000 bail — a prohibition on contacting workers at the Mesa County elections office, the Grand Junction Daily Sentinel reported.
Peters is under indictment in a break-in of the county’s election system to search for evidence of former President Donald Trump’s election conspiracy theories. A judge barred Peters from overseeing last year’s local elections or this year’s.
Peters lost her bid for the Republican Party nomination for Colorado Secretary of State last month. After the Secretary of State’s office told her she was not entitled to a hand recount under the law, Peters contacted dozens of county election offices asking them to do their own. One of those, authorities said, was Mesa County’s in violation of her release.
Last week, Peters’ attorneys convinced a judge not to send her back to jail for traveling to Nevada to speak to a conference of conservative sheriffs — a violation of the terms of her release, which prohibited her from leaving the state without approval. But her attorneys said they were to blame for the trip because they didn’t tell her not to travel.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/07/22/new-warrant-issued-election-denying-colorado-clerk/ | 2022-07-22T01:00:42Z |
New leadership, and new products part of the expansion of the team
DUBLIN, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aryza announces significant changes to the management team and expansion into new markets to support insolvency and lending businesses.
A new CEO has been appointed to spearhead the new launch – Brent Reuter who has worked in the financial industry for more than 25 years is now leading the team. He led First Data in Canada growing their Merchant Processing business becoming one the of the largest processors in Canada, and then spent more than 10 years at the Royal Bank of Canada leading North American Sales of their Investor and Treasury Services business. He then moved to Hong Kong to oversee their Asian business and later establishing and building their US footprint building out their office in New York. After moving back to Canada, he has led sales teams in Institutional Investment Management for both CIBC and Onex.
Stephanie Harper will be stepping down as Chief Executive Officer of Aryza Canada on 30th June 2022 but will continue her involvement with Aryza as a non-executive Director and a strategic advisor to the Group.
Colin Brown, Global CEO of Aryza commented:
"I wish to express our gratitude to Stephanie for her commitment to our Canadian business and clients who Stephanie has supported so well over her tenure. We are delighted that Brent has decided to take up the challenge and I am looking forward to working with him to build on our presence in Canada, and to explore new products and markets."
The focus in Canada and North America will be to consolidate the position in the Insolvency sector while bringing select web based Aryza products across the credit lifecycle.
Brent Reuter, CEO commented:
"I am looking forward to working with the Aryza team in Canada and around the world to explore how technology can be applied to our existing business model and to see how group products can open new doors for our Canadian business for example looking at alternative lending solutions. The opportunities are endless, and I am pleased to be joining Aryza at such an exciting time for the group."
About Aryza
Aryza is a provider of end-to-end, mission-critical automation software to business customers in regulated industries, focused on the lending, credit, debt recovery and insolvency sectors. Aryza's solutions automate a wide range of back and middle office activities including customer data collection, administration, and payment processing, covering every stage of the debt cycle. Its scalable technology platform is capable of meeting high volume, high complexity needs and helps customers significantly increase efficiency while ensuring compliance with local legislation. Aryza's solutions are underpinned by unrivalled expertise and powerful data and are designed to have a positive impact on the financial health and wellbeing of our customer's customers around the world. Since its foundation in 2002, the business has grown rapidly. Today it has global operations across four continents.
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NEW YORK, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the country continues to navigate through the pandemic organizations have to reimagine how they provide resources and engage their constituency. Every year Seeds of Fortune Inc. host their Seeds To Bloom Awards, an induction ceremony for newest HS members and a celebration of their graduating HS seniors' collegiate scholarship awards at $30 Million to date as they matriculate into University. During the event Seeds of Fortune Inc. recognizes extraordinary women in the community who inspire the next generation of women of color across industries. This year's celebration took place on June 5th at the Rubin Museum of Art.
2022 Seed to Bloom honorees were:
- Brooklyn White-Grier, Gen Z Editor, ESSENCE, Corporate Community Award
- Barbara Peng, President, Insider Inc., Corporate Entrepreneur Award
- Christina Boyle, Managing Director, Internet & Digital Media Sector Head, BMO Capital Market, HerWall Street Award
- Lurie Daniel-Favors, Executive Director, The Center for Law and Social Justice Medgar Evers College, Educator Community Award
- Miguelina Camilo, Bronx Chapter President,100 Hispanic Women National, Inc., Woman of the Year Award
- Natalie Guzman, CMO Savage X Fenty: Lingerie by Rihanna, Corporate Community Award
- Tolulope Omokaiye, Founder & CEO, EVOLVE Mentoring, Inc., Business Community Award
The organization expanded their awards and combined it with their inaugural "Women of Color Creating Wealth" Summit, which took place at Nasdaq in the heart of Times Square. The summit is a financial empowerment day dedicated to helping Gen Z: Ages 15-24 learn how to manage their personal finances and prepare for their financial futures. Participants focused on learning Budgeting and Savings sponsored by Fidelity and Black Girl Freedom Fund of GrantMakers for Girls of Color: centered on investing and securing earned income.
"I am proud that we are able to continue to serve young women of color, as the college process can be intimidating, especially the financial aspect. This summit is the first step to reinforcing their financial education. We are also proud to be this year's recipient of the Black Women Impact Grant from Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women to continue our work. With the philanthropic investment, we will have access to unrestricted, multi-year funding to grow our efforts to serve an additional 2,500 Black female HS students who have identified difficulties in affording college. This investment helps educate households of color to make strategic monetary decisions in sending their daughters to college." Nitiya Walker Founder & Executive Director
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PARAMUS, N.J., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As students return to the classroom for the new school year, Savvas Learning Company is helping educators move learning forward with engaging, easy-to-use K-12 solutions that offer data-informed instruction and adaptive technology to take personalized learning to the next level.
"A one-size-fits-all instructional approach doesn't work in a classroom where every student brings their own unique learning style. More than ever, personalized learning is critical in getting students engaged and motivated to learn and supporting academic growth," said Bethlam Forsa, CEO of Savvas Learning Company. "Teachers know best how to personalize learning for their students. This is why Savvas delivers learning solutions that are powered by adaptive technology, enabling educators to easily tailor instruction to address each student's learning needs, interests, and abilities."
Whether delivered via visually engaging textbooks or powered by the most advanced digital technology on the award-winning Savvas Realize LMS, Savvas Learning Company's rigorous, standards-aligned resources focus on putting the student at the center of learning. It does this by leveraging adaptive learning practices and interactive technology to provide dynamic, real-world learning experiences that foster greater student engagement.
"Savvas approaches learning as more than just absorbing content and curriculum," Forsa continued. "It is about that aha! moment when a seemingly unintelligible math problem suddenly becomes understandable. It's about creating immersive experiences to make history come alive, or using a pop song as a hook to make a 400-year-old Shakespeare play more relevant to students. These active learning experiences are key because we know that with increased engagement comes increased learning, and with increased learning comes greater opportunities for success."
Savvas offers educators an easy, fast, and seamless way to assess learning needs and differentiate instruction for every student in the grade K-8 math and literacy classroom. Savvas screener and diagnostic assessment tools identify each student's greatest opportunities for growth by pairing actionable data and targeted recommendations with personalized instructional content to help students master grade-level skills. Delivered on Savvas Realize and equipped with multistage adaptive technology, the Savvas Math Screener and Diagnostic Assessments (MSDA) and Savvas Literacy Screener and Diagnostic Assessments (LSDA) work directly with enVision Mathematics, myView Literacy, and myPerspectives ELA, the company's core K-8 math and literacy curricula, to deliver customized instructional content and resources.
The screeners and diagnostic assessment tools also work with SuccessMaker, a proven-effective, continuously adaptive K-8 math and reading program that meets the highest efficacy rating (Tier 1 — "Strong Evidence") under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). When paired together, the combined solution delivers cutting-edge assessments, curriculum, and adaptive personalized learning all on one platform, providing an individualized pathway to success for each student.
Leading the industry with personalized learning solutions that promote student engagement, Savvas offers many interactivities within its high-quality instructional content. These include: the award-winning Experience Chemistry and Experience Physics programs, which use an interactive learning model with a wealth of hands-on and virtual activities, such as inquiry labs, animations, simulations, and engineering workbenches, to reach every learner; and the Hook & Inspire feature spanning several Savvas product disciplines that piques students' interest and inspires learning by incorporating relevant multimedia resources such as music, videos, and more to help connect students to what they are learning.
Brand-new for this school year, Savvas is introducing Savvy Adaptive Practice for enVision Mathematics (3-12), which adapts to each student's learning needs and offers the exact instruction and practice they need, at the moment they need it. Savvy tracks student proficiency against a set of pre-requisite skills, and adjusts in real-time, offering specific problems based on how a student performs. Like a tutor, Savvy provides instruction and videos when an error is made, delivering a personalized learning approach for all students.
With a focus on project-based learning experiences and hands-on activities, Savvas continually looks for ways to help teachers meet students where they are and provide students choice in how they learn. Some of the innovative learning solutions that it has developed and enhanced for the coming school year include:
- Savvas Essentials: Foundational Reading © 2023 is a new, blended K-2 supplemental program, aligned to the Science of Reading, that targets concepts of print, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, and the teaching of high-frequency words. The easy-to-implement, three-step instructional routine includes explicit instruction and multisensory practice.
- Savvas Now Literacy © 2023, a brand-new K-5 supplemental digital resource library built by literacy experts, lets teachers easily search for and find high-quality instructional content that addresses a wide range of learning needs, from foundational skills and vocabulary to comprehension to writing. Educators can request a free trial of Savvas Now Literacy at Savvas.com/SavvasNow-Trial.
- Reading Spot is a curated collection of digital ebooks that instills a love of reading in K-5 students and encourages them to read more. Teachers can use Reading Spot with the entire class, during small group time, or for independent reading, allowing students to browse thousands of high-interest, popular, and culturally relevant books, with select titles available in Spanish.
- Magruder's American Government Interactive © 2023, the innovative new digital edition of the premier high school program, is designed to keep up with changing times. It's the first high school program with continuously updated digital resources complementing a foundational textbook, keeping the content fresh with current events to help students discover how government is found in their everyday lives.
- Civics Interactive © 2024 is a brand-new, all-digital program that's designed to actively promote civic engagement for young adults in grades 6-12. The curriculum develops important civic competencies and life skills needed to become informed and responsible citizens.
Also new this school year, Savvas is rolling out major enhancements to the highly acclaimed Savvas Realize platform, which is recognized as one of the most innovative learning management systems in the industry. Through a collaborative effort with educators and designed with them in mind, Savvas is revamping the Realize platform user experience to include a more streamlined interface with faster grading workflows, improved classroom management tools, and greater integration with the edtech tools that schools use most.
"Savvas supports educators with the data-informed, differentiated instruction and integrated teaching resources they need to personalize learning and increase student achievement," concluded Forsa. "Our solutions make learning engaging and exciting for students."
At Savvas, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas, new ways of thinking, and new ways of interacting, we design next-generation learning solutions that help prepare students to become global citizens in a more interconnected, digital world. To learn more, visit Savvas Learning Company. Savvas Learning Company's products are available for sale in Canada through its subsidiary, Rubicon.
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UVALDE, Texas (KXAN) — Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Hal Harrell placed its embattled police chief on administrative leave.
Harrell said in a statement that Uvalde CISD Police Chief Pete Arredondo, who has become the center of national criticism as details come out about how he and his officers responded to the May 24 shooting at Robb Elementary School, is on leave effective Wednesday.
Harrell didn’t want to make any personnel decisions until the investigation into the shooting was complete, but because of “the lack of clarity that remains and the unknown timing of when I will receive the results of the investigations,” he felt he had to make the call, the statement read.
“From the beginning of this horrible event, I shared that the district would wait until the investigation was complete before making personnel decisions,” the statement said. “Today, I am still without details of the investigations being conducted by various agencies.”
Harrell said Lt. Mike Hernandez will be the interim chief, and the district will, “continue to seek qualified candidates to join our police department as we prepare for the new school year.” | https://cw33.com/news/uvalde-school-district-police-chief-placed-on-administrative-leave-2/ | 2022-06-23T19:02:34Z |
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TEXARKANA, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) – The East Texas woman accused of killing a New Boston mother and removing her unborn child from her body confessed to the crime and admitted to pretending to be pregnant in order to claim the baby as her own, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by KTAL.
Texas Rangers are investigating the case in which 27-year-old Taylor Parker is charged with capital murder, murder, and kidnapping in the death of 21-year-old Reagan Simmons Hancock and her baby.
The probable cause affidavit on the charges filed in Bowie County Tuesday describes a gruesome scene discovered by Simmons’ mother when she went over to her daughter’s house on Austin Street Friday morning. Simmons was found face-down in the living room, “with a large abundance of what appeared to be blood throughout the house,” not only on the floor, but on furniture, walls, appliances, and other items in the home.
Officers on the scene learned that Simmons was about 34 weeks pregnant and called for EMS to come to the scene and check on the status of the baby. When they arrived and turned Simmons’ body over, they found a very large cut across Simmon’s abdomen and there was no baby.
The affidavit also reveals that when a Texas state trooper pulled Taylor Parker over in De Kalb just after 9:30 a.m. that same morning, she had a newborn infant in her lap.
The trooper told Texas Rangers that “the umbilical cord was connected to the infant, which appeared to be coming out of the female’s pants, as if she gave birth to the child.” The trooper said Parker was performing CPR on the infant. LifeNet EMS came to the scene and took Parker and the infant to a hospital in Idabel, Oklahoma, but the child did not survive.
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation was called when doctors at the hospital determined that Parker had not given birth to the baby. When OSBI investigators arrived and interviewed Parker, she told them she was “in a physical altercation with Simmons and abducted the unborn child.”
Investigators also interviewed Parker’s boyfriend, who told them that she had told him and others that she was pregnant and that she was supposed to go to the hospital in Idabel and pre-register for labor to be induced for the birth of their child on Friday, October 9. Her boyfriend said he was scheduled to meet Parker at the hospital around lunchtime that day for the birth and that they had even had a gender reveal party in celebration of the baby’s arrival.
According to the affidavit, Parker admitted that she was not pregnant and that she used a “small scalpel” to remove the unborn infant from Simmons’ body, and that she had left the scalpel at the scene. A small scalpel was found in Simmon’s neck during her autopsy.
“Parker cased the death of Simmons and abducted the unborn child from Simmons’ body,” the affidavit concludes. “Parker did not have consent to leave the home with the child and due to the inability to provide necessary care to the child, Parker caused the death of the baby.”
Parker remains held in Bowie County on $5 million bond since her extradition from McCurtain County, Oklahoma on Wednesday. | https://cw33.com/news/texas/affidavit-east-texas-woman-confessed-to-faking-pregnancy-cutting-baby-from-new-boston-mothers-body/ | 2022-08-11T21:10:21Z |
Flight passenger fined nearly $1,900 after McMuffins found in luggage
Published: Aug. 1, 2022 at 4:47 PM EDT|Updated: 38 minutes ago
(CNN) – A hungry traveler may have just paid for the most expensive McDonald’s breakfast ever.
The passenger traveling from Indonesia to Australia is being fined $1,874 for leaving two undeclared egg and beef sausage McMuffins and a ham croissant in their luggage.
A biosecurity dog sniffed out the sandwiches, which were then sent to be tested for foot and mouth disease.
Before this incident, Australian authorities introduced new biosecurity rules after a foot and mouth disease outbreak in Indonesia spread to Bali.
Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/08/01/flight-passenger-fined-nearly-1900-after-mcmuffins-found-luggage/ | 2022-08-01T21:25:47Z |
MILAN, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Maire Tecnimont S.p.A. announces that its subsidiary NextChem has been awarded a Pre-FEED engineering services contract by MadoquaPower2X – the Portuguese/Dutch/Danish consortium led by Madoqua Renewables along with CIP's Energy Transition Fund and Power2X to develop and operate an integrated renewable hydrogen and green ammonia plant located in Sines, Portugal. The agreement was signed at Gastech at the presence of H.E. João Galamba, Secretary of State for Environment and Energy – Government of Portugal.
The purpose of the Pre-FEED engineering services includes early studies, technology and process review, modularity and logistics analysis, front end loading of engineering required to undertake the permitting and licensing for the project.
MadoquaPower2X will use renewable energy and 500 MW of electrolysis capacity to produce annually 50,000 tons of green hydrogen along with green ammonia plant capacity of up to 500,000 kt/y with up to 600,000 t/y CO2 emissions avoided in this initial phase. It will be located in the Sines industrial zone and will generate economic growth with an activity classified as sustainable according to the latest EU Taxonomy setting up an export energy carrier value chain between the Port of Sines (Portugal) and Northwest European destinations.
João Galamba, Secretary of State for Environment and Energy – Government of Portugal: "Climate neutrality by 2050 requires bold decisions on sustainable investments with a focus on energy and climate goals. We are pleased to witness this important milestone for MadoquaPower2X and Maire Tecnimont, confirming the right path to meet the goals we have set for energy transition".
Alessandro Bernini, Chief Executive Officer of Maire Tecnimont Group and NextChem: "We are proud of this agreement with MadoquaPower2X and CIP as it targets a project with a significant impact on the renewable hydrogen-based economy in Europe. This project is a great example of sustainable European energy security, connecting the renewable potential of Portugal with Northern European energy infrastructure through green hydrogen".
Rogaciano Rebelo, Chief Executive Officer – Madoqua Renewables: "We are excited to bring Maire Tecnimont and NextChem on board to accelerate the licensing and engineering phases of our project. Maire Tecnimont Group has 70 years of engineering excellence and delivered over 1,500 chemical and power plants globally, thereby demonstrating its capacity to engineer a complex first of a kind large scale electrolysis-based ammonia project".
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(WXIN) — Oscar Mayer is taking the “hot” out of hot dogs with its new meat-flavored frozen popsicle.
They’re called Cold Dogs, and they were originally an idea that stemmed from the company’s Stupid or Genius campaign. But it got such a response from fans that Oscar Mayer is bringing the popsicle to life.
The company has teamed up with Popbar, a brand of premium frozen desserts, to make the Cold Dog, which is described as having “both refreshing and smokey umami notes of Oscar Mayer’s iconic wiener” and is topped with a swirl of mustard.
“For more than 130 years, Oscar Mayer has been sparking smiles and bringing levity into everyday moments, and we are thrilled to bring fans another wonderfully odd way to enjoy our iconic wiener while beating the summer heat,” said Anne Field, head of North American Brand Communications for Oscar Mayer.
Right now, the frozen treat, which will sell for $2 a pop, will only be available at Popbar locations in Long Beach, California; New York City; Alpharetta-Atlanta, and New Orleans for a limited time.
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Oscar Mayer’s iconic 27-foot-long Wienermobile will get an icy makeover to celebrate the Cold Dog. The giant hot dog on wheels will have frosted windows, icicle-inspired decorations and more. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/cold-dog-oscar-mayer-comes-out-with-hot-dog-flavored-popsicle/ | 2022-08-26T17:05:46Z |
Memorial Day weekend travel will be costly
(CNN) - Millions of Americans are hitting the road this Memorial Day weekend, and these trips are going to be more expensive than usual.
According to AAA, the cost of items like gas, food, hotels and airfare are all up.
Eric Stevens of Encino says he makes $110,000 a year, but even that is not enough to afford a trip to the lake.
Gas in the Los Angeles area, at $6 a gallon, has kept his plans in park.
“Maybe for the affluent they can afford it, but for me, to go anywhere is minimum a $200 decision in regards to gas, and you haven’t fed your kids or done anything else,” Stevens said.
Gas Buddy says holiday weekend gas prices are the highest they have been since 2012, but the pain goes beyond the pump.
New data says hotels have jumped 42% compared to last year, and airfare is up 6%.
“This will likely be one of the most expensive Memorial Day travel periods we’ve ever seen.” said Andrew Gross, spokesperson for AAA, Inc.
Even so, AAA thinks Americans will not be stopped, traveling to top destinations like Orlando, Seattle, Miami and Las Vegas.
The latest projection: 34.9 million people will drive 50 miles or more over the five days around Memorial Day.
“Our projections have been pretty accurate, but we’ve never been trying to project in an environment like this.” Gross said.
The new fear is this expensive start to summer travel could last.
Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for Gas Buddy, said he thinks the average price of gas will not dip below $4.50 for months.
“I don’t really think the higher price of fuel is going to slow down any,” he said. “It may slow down some, but certainly there’s still a very healthy appetite to hit the road this summer.”
Not so for Stevens, who says he’s choosing to pay for his daughter’s day care over a road trip.
“Fun has been postponed for the indefinite future, especially the way things are going,” he said. “While I’d like or hope there is an end in sight, I just don’t see one.”
The national average for a gallon of gas as of Friday morning is nearly $4.60, according to AAA. It was $3.04 on this day last year.
Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/05/27/memorial-day-weekend-travel-will-be-costly/ | 2022-05-27T16:17:19Z |
Report: University fires sports medicine doctor amid sexual assault allegations
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX/Gray News) - A doctor who worked for Texas A&M University is under investigation after being charged with sexually assaulting two female patients last year.
KBTX reports Dr. Kory Lee Gill, 44, was booked into the Brazos County Detention Center on Wednesday on two counts of sexual assault.
According to the university, Gill specialized in primary care sports medicine and was on the medical staff of Texas A&M Athletics. He also served as an assistant professor of Family & Community Medicine at the Texas A&M College of Medicine.
The 44-year-old was also affiliated with several other healthcare facilities in the Bryan-College Station area.
According to arrest reports from the Bryan Police Department, the first accusation against Gill surfaced earlier this year when a woman went to police to share her story.
Police said the woman told them she first met Gill at a clinic on A&M’s campus when she complained of pain, and he offered to treat her for free.
During a fourth treatment session in November 2021, the woman said Gill was drinking whiskey, and she had a drink with him as he told her the procedure would hurt.
The woman said she was sexually assaulted during this treatment. She blacked out and woke up hours later at her home but didn’t remember how she got there.
According to the report, she later confronted Gill about the assault, and he became emotional and apologized.
Bryan police said an investigator also notified them about new allegations from another woman who said she went to Gill for an exercise-related injury that he offered free treatment.
The woman told police that during a treatment session in April 2021, she was offered alcohol by Gill, and he appeared to be more intoxicated than usual. The woman said she was sexually assaulted during this visit and never returned.
According to reports, Gill has since been fired by A&M and no longer works at a clinic where he was contracted to do work through the university.
The 44-year-old continues to face criminal charges related to the ongoing investigation.
Copyright 2022 KBTX via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/05/06/report-university-fires-sports-medicine-doctor-amid-sexual-assault-allegations/ | 2022-05-06T03:40:29Z |
Mayor Kate Gallego Presented Support My Club and Act One with $5,000 Stand for The Arts Awards Each
PHOENIX, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ovation TV, America's premier arts network, today announced that it has recognized Phoenix as part of its national and local Stand For The Arts initiative that encourages community support for local artists and arts organizations. With arts and culture providing millions of dollars in economic activity and employing thousands of people in Phoenix, the initiative encourages support of the arts and arts organizations essential to the economic and mental health recovery from the covid pandemic.
In support of community access to the arts, Mayor Kate Gallego presented $5,000 Stand For The Arts Awards to two arts organizations: Support My Club and Act One, funded by Ovation TV, that will be used for 2022 programming. In addition, a PSA featuring Mayor Gallego will air nationally on Ovation TV: https://www.ovationtv.com/sfta/partner-initiatives/
Stand For The Arts (SFTA) is Ovation TV's intersectional grassroots campaign comprised of arts & culture workers, unions, and institutions to advocate for support and relief to the arts & culture sector of the American economy. SFTA highlights the people and programs across America that enrich their local communities through art.
"We're excited to have Ovation shine a spotlight on Phoenix as part of its Stand For The Arts initiative and for our own Support My Club and Act One to be celebrated nationally," stated Mayor Gallego. "It is so important to see young people engaged in the arts, and I am grateful that, with Ovation's support, these important programs will continue to foster a stronger and more accessible arts community."
Added Charles Segars, CEO of Ovation TV and Founder of Stand For The Arts: "Ovation and Stand For The Arts are pleased to highlight the arts community of Phoenix. We are doubly pleased to join Mayor Gallego in congratulating Support My Club and Act One for bringing equitable and inclusive arts programming to the community."
More information about Stand For The Arts and the Stand For The Arts Awards is available at www.standforthearts.com.
As an independent television, production, and digital media company, OVATION TV has an unparalleled commitment to the arts, culture, and captivating entertainment. Showcasing a lineup of critically acclaimed premium dramas, specials, documentaries, and iconic films, OVATION TV salutes innovative storytelling with popular programming that includes Inside the Actors Studio, Murdoch Mysteries, Riviera, Frankie Drake Mysteries, Arts Engines, Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries, The Fall, Midsomer Murders, The Art Of, Celebrity Conversations, and The Sound of New York. Ovation also powers JOURNY, the dedicated streaming service where art, culture, and travel intersect. The company has provided more than $15M in contributions and in-kind support to arts institutions and arts education. Its signature advocacy platform, STAND FOR THE ARTS, includes a coalition of over 130 arts organizations, cultural institutions, and arts leaders throughout the country raising awareness about art's positive impact, protecting access for everyone, and encouraging action on behalf of the arts. OVATION TV is available on major providers via cable, satellite and telco systems including Comcast Cable/Xfinity, DIRECTV/AT&T U-verse, SPECTRUM, Verizon FiOS, as well as on demand. You can follow OVATION TV on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, OvationTV.com, and through our App, OVATION NOW.
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cadiz Inc. (NASDAQ: CDZI/CDZIP) ("Cadiz", the "Company") announced today that on September 13, 2022, the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California affirmed its tentative ruling in two cases filed against the US Department of the Interior ("Interior") and US Bureau of Land Management ("BLM") by the Center for Biological Diversity and National Parks Conservation Association ("plaintiffs") challenging the adequacy of the federal review of the two rights-of-ways issued to the Company in 2020 authorizing the conversion of the natural gas pipeline acquired from El Paso Natural Gas ("Northern Pipeline") to transport water over BLM-managed lands (approx. 58 miles of the 220 mile pipeline).
In its ruling, the Court granted Interior's motion for voluntary remand, sending the permits back to the BLM while the agency considers the scope of environmental review required to approve conversion of the pipeline to transport water over BLM lands. There is a status conference with the Court set for September 26, 2022.
The Executive Chair of the Company's Board of Directors, Susan Kennedy, made the following statement regarding the ruling:
Yesterday's ruling will have no impact on completion of the Cadiz Water Conservation and Storage Project and we do not expect additional environmental review by the BLM to cause significant delay. Cadiz' ownership of the pipeline is unaffected by the Court's ruling, and any additional environmental review required by the BLM to convert the pipeline to transport water will be done concurrently with the existing construction schedule.
Full environmental review of the Cadiz Water Conservation and Storage Project was completed in 2012 with a final ruling issued by the California Court of Appeal in 2016. California Courts have determined the Groundwater Management, Monitoring and Mitigation Plan adopted by San Bernardino County and reviewed under California Environmental Quality Act ensures that the Project will have no adverse environmental impacts. The Company has no concerns with additional environmental review and believes review can be conducted without impeding the construction timeline.
While permits for conversion of the Northern Pipeline are reviewed by federal agencies, the Company will continue with the conversion of the pipeline and development of the Project, including the construction of three new groundwater wells beginning in the 4th quarter of 2022. Construction of the three wells will start in early October and proceed through 1st quarter of 2023. With three new wells online, the Cadiz Ranch will have 10 wells in operation with total annual capacity of 25,000 acre-feet of water per year.
Founded in 1983, Cadiz Inc. (NASDAQ: CDZI) is a California business with more than 70 square miles of property, significant infrastructure, and water rights. The Company's mission is to deliver sustainable solutions to California's clean water challenges. The Cadiz Water Conservation and Storage Project is an innovative aquifer storage project that will create a new water supply for 400,000 people a year by conserving billions of gallons of renewable groundwater currently being lost to evaporation and salt contamination at Mojave Desert dry lakes. With state-of-the-art groundwater management technology, the Project will put conserved water to beneficial use and create a much-needed groundwater bank interconnecting California's existing water infrastructure. For more information, please visit the Company's website www.cadizinc.com or review the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENT: This release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, including statements related to the future operating and financial performance of the Company and the financing activities of the Company. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in our forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those reflected in the Company's forward-looking statements include the Company's ability to maximize value for Cadiz land and water resources, the Company's ability to obtain new financing as needed, the receipt of additional permits for the water project and other factors and considerations detailed in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings.
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NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New Debt Exchange, Inc., has raised $1mm to accelerate product development. The New York and Silicon Valley-based financial technology company is building an integrated connectivity and data utility for the global bond market, focusing initially on collateralized loan obligations (CLOs). This fundraise brings together a group of leading industry participants who will advise the company on product and strategy.
The group of over 20 strategic individuals includes several former partners from Goldman Sachs, founders of asset management and technology businesses in the CLO and broader capital markets, traders from both the buy-side and sell-side, portfolio managers, quants, risk managers, consultants, and lawyers.
Tom Kramer, who founded cloud-based credit technology provider Mariana Systems, said, "The continued growth in the CLO market demands technology solutions that increase price discovery and connectivity between and amongst market participants. New Debt Exchange has developed an innovative platform that addresses both."
John Shen Ryan, former founding member of AGL Credit Management and longtime participant in the loan market, said, "This technology could also add value to many other asset classes."
Matthew Miller, CLO consultant and former head of Crescent Capital's CLO group, said, "Especially given recent market turmoil, technology that reduces friction and supports better execution will be top of mind."
Rich Reilly, head of the US CLO practice at DLA Piper, said, "There's a broad need for automation, last year saw record issuance and the entrance of new participants."
Prior to this capital raise, the New Debt Exchange team had hundreds of business development meetings to shape the product with target customers including investment banks, brokers, and asset managers, as well as with potential technology partners. "We're extremely grateful for the significant time and energy poured into this venture by our prospective customers and advisors. We are humbled by the opportunity to build the product they helped design," said William van Hertsen, founder and CEO.
About New Debt Exchange, Inc.
New Debt Exchange provides a bond market utility to improve connectivity between brokers and their clients. The company is working with leading buy-side, sell-side, issuers, financial technology providers and other industry participants. The service will be available as a standalone web-based app and also through integrations with existing financial-messaging platforms, analytics tools, and portfolio management software.
William van Hertsen
New Debt Exchange
contact@newdebtexchange.com
www.newdebtexchange.com
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ARLINGTON, Va., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MarginEdge, a leading restaurant management software system, announces their recognition by both the Washington Post and the Washington Business Journal as one of the top places to work in the greater Washington D.C. area for 2022. This is MarginEdge's second year in a row making it onto the Washington Post 200 Best Workplaces list out of over 7,000 nominees, and their first being recognized by the Washington Business Journal.
Both lists recognize excellence in workplace culture and community for employers of all sizes across the D.C. metro area. The rankings are determined by direct employee feedback collected by third-party surveys. MarginEdge was recognized for their collaborative working environment and exceptional employee feedback describing the pride they take in their work and being a part of the MarginEdge team.
"MarginEdge is honored to have been recognized by both the Washington Post and Washington Business Journal for our dedication to our team," said CEO Bo Davis. "Our company culture has stayed true to our five core values even after growing more than 100% in the past year, and I'm proud to lead such a powerful, passionate group. We would not be where we are today without our amazing community."
As a team of former and current hospitality professionals, MarginEdge knows what it takes to run and support successful restaurants. Employees work together to reduce pain points for restaurant operators and carry with them deep empathy for the job because so many of them have been there. The MarginEdge team understands that their success comes down to providing the same service that restaurant operators provide to their guests.
"As we've grown through the years, it's been wonderful to see our close-knit, teamwork-oriented culture remain strong," said Co-Founder Roy Phillips. "Our devotion to supporting the people in the restaurant industry comes from a deep empathy for the hard work they do, and we embody that by motivating each other to help restaurants succeed together."
MarginEdge's mission is to create a world where restaurant operators can focus on the business they love. By using best-in-class technology to eliminate unproductive paperwork and streamline the flow of operational data, MarginEdge is reimagining the back office and freeing restaurants to spend more time on their culinary offerings and guest experiences. Based in Arlington, VA and founded by industry veterans, MarginEdge serves a diverse group of operators from single units and small chains to large franchise and hospitality groups, providing a high impact product that resonates across the hospitality industry. For more information visit marginedge.com.
CONTACT:
Elise Burke/5034597545/elise@marginedge.com
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I cannot name one Biden policy that’s good for our nation … or one Trump policy that was bad for our country.
Yet Democrats hate Trump’s policies and love Biden’s policies. They want open borders. They want high inflation, unchecked spending and recession. They applaud our enemies receiving billions in military equipment and Americans left behind. They want high gas prices and energy-dependence on our enemies.
They want lawlessness in our cities. They want the FBI and DOJ weaponized against political adversaries.
They want young children sexualized. They want abortion on demand, electric vehicles that cannot be supported by our power grids, and a political medical community that will implement anti-science directives and lockdowns.
They want half our people labeled deplorables and semi-fascists. They want the drugs, human trafficking, and horror of rape at our southern border. They want 100,000 yearly deaths from fentanyl. They want citizens who disagree with them targeted by law enforcement.
They want an authoritative president who acts unilaterally without regard for the Constitution. Biden’s Democrat approval is 80% — are these the reasons?
If so, I submit Democrats want to destroy this nation culturally, financially and morally. Only then can a new, probably socialist, government replace it. The military must be obedient and woke. Criminal prosecution must be political and unequal.
A private presidential army of 87,000 armed IRS agents is needed, and guns must be removed from law-abiding citizens. With such fundamental change, our country will fall. Perhaps that is already taking place.
James Hatch
Temple | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/letters_to_the_editor/article_55226a44-2e2b-11ed-bebf-bfbd3ccf2e26.html | 2022-09-07T11:53:58Z |
DALLAS (KDAF) — A majority of the best game shows on TV from the past, present and probably in the future all this saying before a new contestant takes the stage, “Let’s see if (insert name here) can win $1 million!”
Well, a resident of the Lone Star State didn’t have to hop on a game show to garner that big of a win. The Texas Lottery reports a resident of West Texas has claimed a $1 million Powerball Prize from the June 15 drawing.
That seven-figure winning ticket was purchased at Uncle’s 170200 on 201 E. 3rd Street in Pecos; the claimant has chosen to remain anonymous. This second-tier ticket was a Quick Pick and matched all five of the white ball numbers drawn but not the red Powerball number.
The lottery says, “Powerball Grand Prizes currently start at $20 million and roll until the jackpot is won. Players win the Grand Prize by matching five numbers from a field of 69 numbers and one Powerball number from a field of 26 numbers. By choosing the Power Play® for $1 more per Play, players can multiply their non-Grand Prize winnings by two, three, four, five or 10 times*.” | https://cw33.com/news/texas/1-million-texas-lottery-powerball-prize-claimed-in-west-texas/ | 2022-07-01T20:49:50Z |
Nokia and Ericsson halt new business in Russia. Is Huawei next?
By Anna Cooban, CNN Business
Nokia has announced its exit from Russia, while rival Ericsson is putting its business there on hold indefinitely, throwing into doubt the country’s ability to build super-fast 5G networks.
The Finnish telecom company announced on Tuesday that staying in Russia would “not be possible” given President Vladimir Putin’s ongoing assault on Ukraine.
“Over the last weeks we have suspended deliveries, stopped new business and are moving our limited R&D activities out of Russia,” Nokia said in a statement. “We can now announce we will exit the Russian market.”
That leaves China’s Huawei as the only top 3 global provider of 5G networks still active in the country.
Western governments have imposed several rounds of punishing sanctions on Russia since the invasion, including restrictions on imports of advanced technology into the country.
But they have emphasized the need, on humanitarian grounds, to maintain functioning telecoms networks to enable Russians to access information from abroad.
Nokia said it would “aim to provide the necessary support to maintain the networks” and was applying for licenses to ensure compliance with sanctions.
Ericsson, meanwhile, said on Monday that it would suspend its business in the country indefinitely and place its workers on paid leave. It had already halted all deliveries to customers in Russia in late February.
Western companies have quit their Russian businesses in droves following the start of the invasion in late February. Russia now faces the onerous task of building homegrown alternatives to Western products and services, possibly with the help of Chinese suppliers.
This task could extend to its next generation internet. Nokia and Ericsson are two of the world’s biggest providers of 5G mobile networks — the ultra-fast internet that will underpin a raft of future technologies.
Over the past four years, the companies have launched the highest number of commercial and trial 5G networks globally — Ericsson launched 216, and Nokia 200 — according to Kagan, a data provider owned by S&P Global Market Intelligence. China’s Huawei came in third, with 75 launches.
All three vendors are important to Russia: Huawei and another Chinese company, ZTE, provide between 40% and 60% of Russia’s wireless network equipment, while Nokia and Ericsson supply the rest, the Financial Times reported, citing data from telecoms research firm Dell’Oro Group.
In November, Nokia said it was entering into a joint venture with Yadro, a Russian data storage developer, to build 4G and 5G telecoms base stations in Russia. That project has now been scrapped, a Nokia spokesperson confirmed to CNN Business.
Recent reports suggest Huawei — which supplies 5G networks to Russia’s largest mobile operator MTS — could follow its European rivals in halting new business.
Forbes reported on Tuesday that Huawei has forced some of its office workers in Russia to take a month-long vacation after it suspended new orders, citing three sources close to the matter. The company fears it will fall foul of Western sanctions if it does business in the country, a source told the publication.
But Huawei, which continues to fight for survival after US sanctions severely curtailed its access to key technology, has stayed silent so far, except to call for peace in Ukraine.
Asked about sanctions on Russia at an earnings conference in March, Huawei Rotating Chairman Guo Ping said: “Just like every one of you, we hope to see a ceasefire and end of the war as soon as possible. And we believe that wise leadership will soon put this crisis to an end, and restore normal life.”
— CNN’s Sharon Browne-Peter, Chris Liakos and Michelle Toh contributed reporting.
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Top contractor learning and networking event heads to Tucson, Arizona in January 2023
SEATTLE, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, will host two jam-packed days of impactful keynote talks, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and more for top contractors in the industry at SPARK 2023 Jan. 11-14 in Tucson, Arizona.
"SPARK 2023 is a powerful opportunity for contractors to cultivate new ideas, learn to communicate with younger generations, and collaborate with their peers," said Bruce Wiseman, president and owner of BDR. "Based on the success of the first SPARK event in San Antonio earlier this year, we're confident that we've developed a unique program that inspires and empowers the leaders in our industry."
At SPARK, contractors will be presented with opportunities to build significant industry connections and learn key areas of focus for their business in the current economic climate.
The event is headlined by keynote sessions from experts in leadership and team member engagement. Clint Pulver, professional drummer turned employee retention expert, will kick off the event with an electrifying opening presentation. Lt. Col. Waldo "The Wingman" Waldman, executive coach and author of the New York Times bestseller "Never Fly Solo," will deliver a powerful closing keynote.
SPARK 2023 also features time to enjoy activities in Tucson, a golf tournament, and great food and drinks – all in a uniquely Southwest setting. Held at the El Conquistador Tucson, guests will get to experience the colors, textures, and awe-inspiring views of the Sonoran Desert.
The inaugural SPARK event in San Antonio hosted representatives from 95 home service businesses with a combined annual revenue of $500 million.
For more information, including registration options and a preliminary agenda, visit https://www.bdrco.com/spark/.
BDR (Business Development Resources) is the premier provider of business training and coaching to HVAC contractors and distributors, established in 1998. BDR's Profit Coach program has a membership of 600 leading contractors. Ten thousand HVAC professionals across North America attend BDR training courses annually. Nearly 1,000 industry professionals attend Profit Launch, BDR's planning workshop. For more information, please visit www.bdrco.com.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Heather Ripley
Ripley PR
(865) 977-1973
hripley@ripleypr.com
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BEIJING, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jianpu Technology Inc. ("Jianpu," or the "Company") (NYSE: JT), a leading independent open platform for the discovery and recommendation of financial products in China, today announced that it will report its first quarter 2022 unaudited financial results, on June 14, 2022, before the open of U.S. markets.
The Company's management will host an earnings conference call at 8:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time on June 14, 2022 (8:00 PM Beijing/Hong Kong time on June 14, 2022).
Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:
Participants should dial-in at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start time and ask to be connected to the call for "Jianpu Technology Inc.".
Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.jianpu.ai.
A replay of the conference call will be accessible approximately one hour after the conclusion of the live call until June 21, 2022, by dialling the following telephone numbers:
About Jianpu Technology Inc.
Jianpu Technology Inc. is a leading independent open platform for the discovery and recommendation of financial products in China. The company connects users with financial service providers in a convenient, efficient, and secure way. By leveraging its proprietary technology, Jianpu provides users with customized search results and recommendations tailored to each user's particular financial needs and profile. The Company also enables financial service providers with sales and marketing solutions to reach and serve their target customers more effectively through integrated channels and enhance their competitiveness by providing them with tailored data, risk management services and solutions. The Company is committed to maintaining an independent open platform, which allows it to serve the needs of users and financial service providers impartially. For more information, please visit http://ir.jianpu.ai.
Safe Harbor Statement
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "confident" and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the Company's goals and strategies; the Company's future business development, financial condition and results of operations; the Company's expectations regarding demand for, and market acceptance of, its solutions and services; the Company's expectations regarding keeping and strengthening its relationships with users, financial service providers and other parties it collaborates with; trends, competition and regulatory policies relating to the industries the Company operates in; general economic and business conditions globally and in China; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of this press release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
In China:
Jianpu Technology Inc.
(IR)Oscar Chen, E-mail: IR@rong360.com
(PR)Amanda Hu, E-mail: Media@rong360.com
Tel: +86 (10) 6242-706
Christensen Advisory
Suri Cheng, E-mail: scheng@christensenir.com
Tel: +86 185 0060 8364
Anthony Cheong, E-mail: acheong@christensenir.com
Tel: +852 2232 3922
In US:
Christensen Advisory
Linda Bergkamp, E-mail: lbergkamp@christensenir.com
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Jackson girls track team starts season with tri-meet win
JACKSON TWP. – The level of competition figures to escalate quickly, but the Jackson girls track team is nonetheless happy to be off and running following a resounding tri-meet win to begin its season.
The Polar Bears easily outpaced non-league foes Hoban and Coventry and while the Knights and Comets are smaller schools than those who will fill the rest of Jackson’s schedule, veteran head coach Rick Neitzelt appreciated the chance to see how his team would show up in its first outing of the spring against external competition.
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"It gave us a chance to get on a track and compete against someone besides ourselves," Neitzelt said. "We had some pretty good kids coming back, but we wanted to see how some of the new ones look against the competition."
There are known commodities on the roster, specifically in the distance running group, where the school’s perennially powerful cross country team works hand in hand with track to develop top talent. Senior Sofia Istnick and junior Kailey Zagst headline that group and as anchors for the 3,200 relay team, they’ll have an impact on multiple races in each meet.
Junior Emily DeRosa is another solid member of the distance group and Neitzelt noted that distance coach Kevin Walsh uses that trio and a rotation of other runners who staff the fourth spot to form the 3,200 relay squad for meets.
Kayla Kelly and Lindsay Lemus are two of the team’s top runners at shorter distances and Emma Werstler, who won the long jump in the season opener and also performed well in the high jump, figures to make an impact in both events the rest of the season.
The weather for the season opener was predictably subpar, but despite chilly temperatures, the Polar Bears proved up to the task. Neitzelt, having led the program for more than four decades, knows that March and April tend to bring winter-like weather and inhospitable conditions for runners, throwers and jumpers.
"It was a little chaotic out there, but it was good to at least get one in," Neitzelt said.
The win was a prelude to a tough league opener against GlenOak and an invitational hosted by arch rival Hoover.
Good weather or bad, the first few meets of the season are both a chance to measure a team against live competition, but to try athletes in new events to see where they fit best within the lineup. It's not a linear process and can involve some trial and error, but for coaches and athletes alike, the goal is to get everyone in the events where they're at their best by the time the season hits the homestretch.
"It's going to take this week and probably next week, and by the time we get done with GlenOak and the invitational at Hoover, we should have much more of an idea of who's going to go where," Neitzelt said.
With 88 girls on the roster, the Polar Bears have a wealth of options across all events. Their current challenge is simply identifying each athlete's strengths and using those strengths to fuel wins in dual meets and invitationals the rest of the season.
It's early, but the race is already on for Jackson and its Federal League rivals. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/sports/2022/04/04/jackson-girls-track-team-starts-season-tri-meet-win/7268030001/ | 2022-04-05T10:13:52Z |
MOSCOW (AP) — Since Brittney Griner last appeared in her trial for cannabis possession, the question of her fate expanded from a tiny and cramped courtroom on Moscow’s outskirts to the highest level of Russia-US diplomacy.
The WNBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist is to return 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 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 US 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 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.
Griner, speaking from the defendant’s cage in a courtroom that barely holds a dozen people, has acknowledged that 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 lenience 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 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 resident legal adviser at the US Embassy in Moscow, said there is no formal requirement for a conviction before an exchange.
“It seems that 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,” Tom Firestone told The Associated Press.
“Given the administration’s very strong public commitment to getting Whelan and Griner out, (Russia) may want to let this play out a little bit longer and try to get more extract more concessions from the administration.” he said. “They may impose a very significant sanctions as a way to maximize their leverage in negotiations going forward.”
Russian officials have given no public hint of whether Blinken made headway in his call with Lavrov. It only issued 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 laws. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/brittney-griners-trial-to-resume-amid-intensified-diplomacy/ | 2022-08-01T20:02:25Z |
1/6 panel to hear of Trump’s pressure on Justice Dept.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Jan. 6 committee will hear from former Justice Department officials who faced down a relentless pressure campaign from Donald Trump over the 2020 presidential election results while suppressing a bizarre challenge from within their own ranks.
The hearing Thursday will bring attention to a memorably turbulent stretch at the department as Trump in his final days in office sought to bend to his will a law enforcement agency that has long cherished its independence from the White House. The testimony is aimed at showing how Trump not only relied on outside advisers to press his election fraud claims, but also tried to leverage the powers of federal executive branch agencies.
The witnesses will include Jeffrey Rosen, who was acting attorney general during the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol. Three days earlier, Rosen was part of a tense Oval Office showdown in which Trump contemplated replacing him with a lower-level official, Jeffrey Clark, who wanted to champion Trump’s claims of election fraud.
Two other former department officials, Rosen’s top deputy, Richard Donoghue, and Steven Engel, are also scheduled to testify. Both warned Trump at the White House meeting that they’d resign, and that many of the department’s lawyers would follow, if he replaced Rosen with Clark.
“You could have a situation here, within 24 hours, you have hundreds of people resigning from the Justice Department,” Donoghue has said he told Trump. “Is that good for anyone? Is it good for the department? Is it good for the country? Is it good for you. It’s not.”
Only then did Trump relent. The night, and later his administration, ended with Rosen still in power.
The hearing is the fifth this month by the committee investigating the run-up to the insurrection at the Capitol, when Trump loyalists stormed the building as lawmakers were certifying the results of the election won by Joe Biden. Witnesses have included police officers attacked at the Capitol as well as lawyers, a television executive and local election officials who all resisted demands to alter results in Trump’s favor.
The committee last week presented videotaped depositions of former Attorney General William Barr, who castigated Trump’s fraud claims as “bull—,” “bogus” and “idiotic” and resigned after failing to convince the president of that.
Thursday’s hearing will focus on what happened next as Rosen, Barr’s top deputy, took over the department and found himself immediately besieged by Trump’s demands for Justice Department action.
In one phone conversation, according to handwritten notes taken by Donoghue and made public by lawmakers last year, Trump directed to Rosen to “Just say the election was corrupt and leave the rest to me and the R. Congressmen.”
Around that time, Trump was introduced by a Republican congressman, Rep. Scott Perry of Pennsylvania, to Clark, who’d joined the department in 2018 as its chief environmental lawyer and was later appointed to run its civil division. Clark was earlier subpoenaed by the committee to give a deposition but will not be among the witnesses Thursday.
Clark, according to statements from other Justice Department officials, met with Trump despite being ordered not to by bosses at the department and presented himself as eager to aid the president’s efforts to challenge the election results. A report released last year by the Senate Judiciary Committee that painted Clark as a relentless advocate for Trump included a draft letter pushing Georgia officials to convene a special legislative session to reconsider the election results.
Clark wanted the letter sent, but superiors at the Justice Department refused.
The situation came to a head on Jan. 3, 2021, a Sunday, when Clark informed Rosen in a private meeting at the Justice Department that Trump wanted to replace him with Clark as acting attorney general. Rosen, according to the Senate report, responded that “there was no universe I could imagine in which that would ever happen” and that he would not accept being fired by a subordinate.
Rosen then contacted the White House to request a meeting. That night, Rosen, Donoghue and Engel, along with Clark, gathered with Trump and top White House lawyers for a contentious, hours-long Oval Office meeting about whether the president should follow through with his plans for a radical leadership change at the department.
According to testimony given by Rosen, Trump opened the meeting by saying, “One thing we know is you, Rosen, aren’t going to do anything to overturn the election.”
Donoghue and Engel made clear to Trump that they and large numbers of other Justice Department officials would resign if Trump fired Rosen. White House lawyers said the same. Pat Cipollone, then the White House counsel, at one point said the letter that Clark wanted to send was a “murder-suicide pact.”
“Steve Engel at one point said, ‘Jeff Clark will be leading a graveyard. And what are you going to get done with a graveyard,’ that there would be such an exodus of the leadership,” Donoghue told the Senate Judiciary Committee. “So it was very strongly worded to the president that that would happen.”
Donoghue also sought to dissuade Trump from believing that Clark had the legal background to do as the president wished since he was not a criminal prosecutor at the department.
“And he kind of retorted by saying, ‘Well, I’ve done a lot of very complicated appeals and civil litigation, environmental litigation, and things like that,’” Donoghue said. “And I said, ‘That’s right. You’re an environmental lawyer. How about you go back to your office, and we’ll call you when there’s an oil spill.’”
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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.
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CLEVELAND, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new study by The Freedonia Group, demand for cement and concrete additives in the Africa/Mideast region was $1.2 billion in 2021, accounting for 7% of global demand.
Additive use relative to cement consumption in the region is generally low by global standards:
Less developed construction sectors have limited chemical and fiber additive use, although demand for these products has grown substantially over the last decade.
Minerals are more frequently used as ingredients in blended cements than as additives.
There are a number of markets with higher additive use intensities, particularly more affluent markets such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Despite generally low intensity of use, the additive market is large in the aggregate since the region comprises about 80 countries and over 1.7 billion people.
- Chemical additives will remain the largest product category, with demand boosted by the need for high-performance cement in oilfield and mining operations in countries such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Water reducers will find widespread use, most notably in North Africa and the Middle East, where high temperatures can result in fast setting times for concrete.
- The lower cost and relative ease of use will support demand for mineral additives, particularly in countries with less developed construction industries and those that use high levels of portland cement – including Egypt, Nigeria, and the UAE.
- Fibers will continue to account for a small share of demand since their high costs and the lack of regional temperature swings limit utilization.
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Which phone projector is best?
While watching movies and videos on a smartphone is quick and convenient, there are times when a larger image is desired. Phone projectors, often called mini projectors, are the ideal solution for occasions when you prefer the big-screen experience.
The Anker Nebula Capsule, Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector is a pocket-sized projector that allows you to bring the movie theater with you no matter where you go. Whether you’re streaming your favorite content or giving a presentation at work, this model is the best phone projector, thanks to its portability and ease of use.
What to know before you buy a phone projector
Compatibility
With so many models of smartphones and tablets available, it’s important to ensure that the projector you select is compatible with what you plan to use. Some devices may not work at all, while others may require specific adapters or cables to connect. Be sure to carefully read the manufacturer’s compatibility requirements.
Size
A major upside to phone projectors is their small size. A device that is too big will be inconvenient to transport and will therefore not be as easy to use. Select a projector that is small enough to still be sensible but large enough to project a quality image.
Power
Many mini projectors are designed with portability in mind. As a result, they can often be powered via USB or with a power bank. Some also include a rechargeable battery. If having a larger viewing experience while traveling is your priority, be sure to select a model that will allow you to power it without needing a wall outlet.
What to look for in a quality phone projector
Picture quality
For the best image quality, select a phone projector that throws a crisp, colorful picture. Selecting the brightest projector you can find will also provide you with a sharper, more brilliant image.
Quiet operation
Choose a projector that is quiet enough to not disturb your viewing experience. This is especially important if you don’t plan to use headphones and instead will rely on your phone’s speaker or one that may be built into the projector itself.
Ease of use
Select a projector that connects to your device easily and features an app interface that is reliable and simple. Since convenience and portability are the main selling points of mini projectors, choose a model that you can quickly set up.
Smart features
Some mini projectors feature a basic operating system that allows them to stream content directly from YouTube, Netflix and more without needing to be connected to an external video source.
Connectivity
Some phone projectors require connection via cables and adapters, while others also allow for connection over Wi-Fi. Generally, cable connections are more consistent and reliable, but the convenience of Wi-Fi is compelling for those who will only be using their projector in situations where they know they will have stable service.
How much you can expect to spend on a phone projector
Some phone projector models can be purchased for as little as $70, while premium brand units featuring the best in 4K imagery and portability can cost $1,000 or more. Most users will be able to find a projector that suits their needs for $200-$400.
Phone projector FAQ
Can I use a mini projector with my iPad?
A. In most cases, yes. However, depending on the model of your projector and the content you wish to share, you may need an adapter or two to connect the devices.
Are there phone projectors available that display in 4K?
A. Yes. Mini projectors that throw a 4K image are available. These models, however, are very expensive.
Can I stream with a phone projector?
A. Some projectors include an operating system that allows you to stream content directly from the unit. Keep in mind that copyrighted material from Netflix, Hulu and other sources cannot be screen shared from your mobile device and will require either a wired connection or a projector with smart capabilities.
Phone projector tips
- Projectors work their best in complete darkness. To get the most out of your device, cover any windows and turn off the lights.
- While many phone projectors include small, built-in speakers, you’ll get a better experience using headphones that provide high-quality stereo sound.
- Avoid the intermission by keeping your projector charged. Keep a power bank handy for longer viewing sessions.
What’s the best phone projector to buy?
Top phone projector
Anker Nebula Capsule, Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector
What you need to know: This tiny projector allows you to download streaming apps to its operating system.
What you’ll love: This projector runs on an Android operating system, which allows you to stream copyrighted content directly from the device. Includes a built-in speaker and lasts for up to four hours on a single charge.
What you should consider: This model requires a dongle to connect via USB and its remote control can be unreliable.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top phone projector for the money
Mini Projector, PVO Portable Projector
What you need to know: While marketed as a device for kids, at less than $100, this projector is an excellent value.
What you’ll love: This projector throws a bright, sharp image and is compatible with PCs, iPhones and Android devices. Small and lightweight, it can be run with a portable power supply.
What you should consider: This projector cannot connect over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, and it has no HD output.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
KODAK Luma 150 Ultra Mini Pocket Pico Projector
What you need to know: This mini projector is small enough to fit in your pocket.
What you’ll love: This phone projector from Kodak can be mounted on a tripod. It includes a built-in speaker and rechargeable battery. It allows for wireless screen sharing via AirPlay or Miracast.
What you should consider: The battery in this unit has a short life and some users report that it doesn’t last long enough to play an entire movie.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Bed Bath & Beyond
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MELBOURNE, Australia and LONDON and NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TGI Sport, the global sports technology, media, and marketing company, has acquired the industry-leading virtual media solutions provider Interregional Sports Group (ISG), the company announced today. The move brings another new dimension to TGI's best-in-class capabilities and expertise across the next wave of live sports advertising and media. This acquisition deepens the leadership team with virtual media's foremost experts and pioneers. Further, it accelerates TGI's overall transformation into a technology-led, full-service global media and marketing agency. Bruin Capital and Quadrant Private Equity jointly own TGI Sport. The deal is the first since Bruin backed the company in 2021.
TGI Sport's Global CEO Martin Jolly said, "We are thrilled about this acquisition because it is emblematic of how we plan to grow TGI going forward. Instantly, our business enters a new sector - one that many believe is the future of live sports media and advertising. We do so with leading-edge capabilities and expertise. In addition, Tony and Simon are highly respected within our industry and will profoundly impact our organization far beyond leading ISG's development. Ultimately, our core business is stronger."
ISG was formed in 2015 by Tony Ragan and business partner Simon Burgess. Since, it has become a market leader in the rights sales, content creation, and distribution of virtual media through live sporting events for clients, including Serie A, La Liga, and Formula 1. The company's head office is in London. ISG also operates a Milan-based, state-of-the-art innovation lab for all its virtual media production, data analysis, client services & technology systems testing. Burgess and Ragan will now lead "ISG powered by TGI Sport" under Jolly and will also work closely with the Board.
Last spring, Bruin Capital took on joint ownership of TGI Sport, partnering with Australia-based Quadrant Private Equity (Quadrant). The vision was to accelerate TGI's evolution into an elite global agency, with proprietary media technologies as its core competencies. The addition of ISG expands the company's global presence and puts more resources against its parallel advertising (PADS) LED perimeter technology and hardware. PADS is being utilized across four continents by organizations such as UEFA, MLS, NZ Rugby, Rugby Australia, Liga MX, AS Monaco FC, and many more premier sporting codes.
"We are delighted to be able to add Tony, Simon, and the ISG team to the TGI and Bruin family," said George Pyne, Bruin Capital Founder/CEO. "They are very smart, effective specialists who we believe in and will have the full gamut of Bruin's global resources to push the business forward."
"This is a hugely exciting time for us," explains ISG's joint founder Tony Ragan. "We now have the opportunity to build on the success of the last seven years and accelerate the development of ISG into a truly global player," he added.
"This step up with Bruin and TGI will allow us to grow faster, stronger, and more boldly," adds Simon Burgess, ISG co-CEO and founder, "as the commercial and operation pioneers in virtual media, our knowhow both operationally and commercially can be significantly leveraged by the expanded group's talent, relationships and fiscal firepower...things are going to get really compelling for rights holders, media buyers and brands."
About TGI Sport: TGI Sport is a global leader in sports technology, media, and marketing, connecting sports entities and fans worldwide. The combined operations span North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and its teams support around 3,500+ events annually. TGI Sport has built relationships with many of the world's leading sporting organizations, including UEFA, FIFA, CONCACAF, CONMEBOL, Mediapro, Major League Soccer, US Soccer, Ligue National de Rugby, ECB, ICC, FC Barcelona, Manchester United FC, Liverpool FC, and Juventus FC. TGI's businesses include TLA Worldwide, QMS NZ, and Sportsmate.
About ISG Interregional Sports Group (ISG) is the leader in virtual media solutions in sport. The company focuses on regionalising broadcast technology and implementing revenue strategies for some of the world's biggest sports rights-holders including the top European football competitions and the world's leading motor-racing championship. From its head office in London and operational centre in Milan, ISG provides its clients with virtual media solutions that incorporate integrated data systems, analytics and activation. Via its relationship with Italy's Liga Serie A, ISG delivers the largest and most technologically advanced, integrated virtual media sports service in the world, to all 20 Serie A clubs.
About Bruin Capital: Bruin Capital (www.bruincptl.com) is an international investment and operating company founded by George Pyne @GFPyne. Bruin specializes in working with capital partners and management teams to build best-in-class, global technology, sports, media, entertainment, and marketing companies. Bruin companies operate across five continents with 2100 employees working out of 34 offices. Bruin investors include The Jordan Company, CVC Capital Partners, Rock Ventures, NNS Chaired by Nassef Sawiris, and a prestigious group of family investment funds.
About Quadrant Private Equity: Quadrant Private Equity was first established in 1996 (firstly as Quadrant Capital) and is a leading Sydney-based mid-market private equity firm investing in companies in Australia and New Zealand. Quadrant Private Equity has raised $7 billion and 12 funds since inception. Its latest funds, QPE No. 7 and Quadrant Growth Fund 2, have $1,240 million and $530 million in equity commitments respectively for private equity investment Quadrant has extensive investment experience, having led over 80 investments in the past 11 funds (with 60 exits) across a range of sectors including retail, healthcare, media, consumer foods, financial services, eCommerce and other sectors.
Contact: Scott Novak 917 699-4142
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Growing up, Christina Wood never considered becoming a pilot. She was from a big family, and it was the 1960s — her brothers went to college, her sisters to nursing school.
She became a photographer instead, like her great-grandfather. But the subjects of his work compelled her the most — the glistening fighter planes just debuting in World War I.
Throughout adulthood and the quiet moments of parenting her only daughter, she longed to take flight.
At 47, she became a flight attendant.
“You know when you just love something right away?” the Clearwater resident said. “I would read the training manual over and over. It was like, I would do this for free.”
It quelled some of her yearning. But she dreamt about the days when passengers could feel air on their faces as they zipped through the sky, and wondered what it would be like to journey in planes last in vogue during her father’s service in World War II.
Last week, she got her chance.
Wood, now 74, was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer last July. Doctors told her she had six months to live.
Almost a year later, she stood on the tarmac of Albert Whitted Airport in St. Petersburg, donning leather Amelia Earhart boots and a crisp ivory scarf, in front of a World War II biplane. A friend complimented her sharp appearance.
“I just wish I had hair for it,” she said with a twinkle in her eye.
Wood was chosen to receive the aid of My Jump!, a nonprofit that helps seniors fulfill the items left on their bucket lists, with a particular focus on low-income older adults.
A cadre of friends stood waiting to see Wood take off, holding signs that read, “We love you” and “Hold onto your a—!”
A pilot from her tenure at American Airlines, Bill Norris, 66, was among them.
“This won’t scare me after flying with you!” she quipped at him with a chuckle.
Steadied by her daughter’s boyfriend and maintaining her humor, Wood boarded the deep barrel seats of the ancient aircraft like a pro. A pilot took the seat behind her.
The propellers started. Wood reflexively gripped her head with both hands, allowing herself a moment of genuine excitement — and perhaps fear — for the first time that day.
She left the earth, the plane gingerly teetering up and down before steadying into its climb, as onlookers hugged her daughter Heidi Stubbs, who fervently wiped her eyes.
“Flying has always been the thing that makes her heart glow,” Stubbs, 52, said. “I’m so glad she felt good enough to come.”
In the air, the pilot surprised Wood. He turned over control to her, switching command to the front seat where she sat. For 10 minutes, she flew — by herself, stick in hand — turning around over the waters of the beaches and heading back to downtown St. Petersburg.
It was just as she’d suspected. Easy. Natural. Like coming home.
“I thought, ‘I could have done this,’” Wood said. “But everything happens in the timing and way it’s supposed to. That’s one thing this diagnosis has taught me.
“I would change it if I could,” she added. “But you learn you’re capable. You see the way people step up. You realize you have no control, but whatever being has control of the universe — you have to just appreciate that it happens the way it’s supposed to.”
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Celtics’ Williams out, Heat’s Lowry, Tucker warming up
By KYLE HIGHTOWER
AP Sports Writer
BOSTON (AP) — The Celtics will be without center Robert Williams III for Game 3 of their Eastern Conference finals matchup with the Heat due to soreness and swelling in his left knee. Daniel Theis will start in his place. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said point guard Kyle Lowry and forward P.J. Tucker are both warming up with the intention to play. Lowry is dealing with a right hamstring strain and Tucker left knee irritation. Lowry hasn’t played since Game 4 of Miami’s second-round series with Philadelphia. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/21/celtics-williams-out-heats-lowry-tucker-warming-up/ | 2022-05-22T03:02:16Z |
VANCOUVER, BC and TORONTO, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (TSX: AEM) (NYSE: AEM) ("Agnico Eagle") and Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A) (TSX: TECK.B) (NYSE: TECK) ("Teck") announced today that Agnico Eagle has agreed to subscribe for a 50% interest in Minas de San Nicolás, S.A.P.I. de C.V. ("MSN"), a wholly-owned Teck subsidiary which owns the San Nicolás copper-zinc development project located in Zacatecas, Mexico (the "Transaction"). As a result of the Transaction, Teck and Agnico Eagle will become 50/50 joint venture partners at San Nicolás.
"San Nicolás is a high-quality project, located in a leading mining jurisdiction, with high grades, extremely competitive capital intensity, and first quartile costs," said Don Lindsay, President and CEO of Teck. "The opportunity to add the operating and development experience of Agnico Eagle should generate substantial benefits for the project including for all stakeholders throughout the project life cycle."
"This is a unique opportunity to create a long-term partnership between two high quality mining companies working together to de-risk and optimize a world class VMS deposit in a premier mining jurisdiction," added Ammar Al-Joundi, President and CEO of Agnico Eagle. "Agnico Eagle's project development, permitting and construction experience in Mexico, combined with Teck's base metals expertise, operating excellence and marketing leadership, are complementary skillsets and will contribute to the timely and successful development and operation of San Nicolás."
- Agnico Eagle will subscribe for US$580 million of MSN shares, giving Agnico Eagle a 50% interest in MSN. The subscription proceeds received from Agnico Eagle will be used by MSN to fund the first US$580 million of post-closing costs with subsequent funding to be contributed according to each partner's ownership percentage. Agnico Eagle's contributions will be made as study and development costs are incurred – there is no up-front payment from Agnico Eagle
- The US$580 million share subscription implies a notional US$290 million acquisition cost to Agnico Eagle for 50% of the San Nicolás project plus the contribution by Agnico Eagle of 50% of the first US$580 million of project costs for its own account
- Agnico Eagle's funding in the first two years is expected to be approximately US$50 million
- Establishes a 50/50 joint venture between two Canadian-based global mining leaders each with demonstrated track record of successful joint operations
- Governance arrangements with equal representation from Teck and Agnico Eagle, to leverage and implement each shareholder's skillsets
- Agnico Eagle to be deemed to be a 50% shareholder in MSN for governance purposes upon closing of the Transaction, which is expected in the first half of 2023
- Located in Zacatecas, a major mining state in Mexico, with significant geological potential and numerous poly-metallic and precious metals opportunities. In addition, Zacatecas has excellent access to infrastructure and a skilled workforce
- San Nicolás is the largest undeveloped volcanic-hosted massive sulfide deposit ("VHMS") deposit in Mexico and is one of the largest undeveloped VHMS deposits globally. As at December 31, 2021, Teck estimated San Nicolás to contain 105.2 million tonnes of proven and probable mineral reserves at average grades of 1.12% copper, 1.48% zinc, 0.4 g/t gold and 22 g/t silver, or more than 2.0% on a copper equivalent basis
- Prefeasibility study completed by Teck in March 2021 describes attractive economics and project parameters:
- Teck and Agnico Eagle anticipate that development capital costs could be in the range of US$1,000 million to US$1,100 million, based on current cost environment and estimate accuracy. With development capital costs in this range, and assuming spot prices of approximately US$3.57/lb copper and US$1.46/lb zinc, the estimated payback period would be 2.5 to 2.8 years with an estimated after-tax IRR of 33% to 30%.
A detailed plan to complete a feasibility study, permitting, and community engagement has been developed, with initial work underway since January 2022. Further, an environmental and social baseline survey, including in-depth archaeological surveys and clearances, was carried out by Teck from 2018 to 2021. Well-developed community engagement and investment programs have resulted in strong support for development from stakeholders near the project and more broadly in Zacatecas.
The feasibility study is expected to be completed early in 2024 with project sanction thereafter subject to receipt of permits.
Agnico Eagle will subscribe for US$580 million in MSN shares, through a wholly-owned Mexican subsidiary of Agnico Eagle, giving Agnico Eagle a 50% interest in MSN. The subscription proceeds received from Agnico Eagle will be used by MSN to fund the first US$580 million of post-closing costs with subsequent funding to be contributed according to each partner's ownership percentage. Agnico Eagle's contributions will be made as study and development costs are incurred – there is no up-front payment from Agnico Eagle. The US$580 million share subscription implies a notional US$290 million acquisition cost to Agnico Eagle for 50% of the San Nicolás project plus the contribution by Agnico Eagle of 50% of the first US$580 million of project costs for its own account.
Funding requirements beyond this initial subscription amount will be funded by Teck and Agnico Eagle in proportion to their shareholdings in MSN. The shareholders' agreement will include provisions typical in a transaction of this nature, as well as remedies for material breach that include accelerated dilution and forced sale of a defaulting shareholder's ownership interest. For governance purposes, Agnico Eagle will be deemed a 50% shareholder of MSN from closing, regardless of the number of shares that have been issued to Agnico Eagle.
Closing of the Transaction is subject to customary conditions precedent, including receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, and is expected to occur in the first half of 2023.
For further details on the San Nicolás project, please refer to the Supplemental Information slides in the Investors section of Teck's website (https://www.teck.com/investors/events-&-presentations/presentations-webcasts/supplemental-information-for-investors).
As one of Canada's leading mining companies, Teck is committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, zinc, and steelmaking coal, as well as investments in energy assets. Copper, zinc, and high-quality steelmaking coal are required for the transition to a low-carbon world. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Teck's shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK. Learn more about Teck at www.teck.com or follow @TeckResources.
Agnico Eagle is a senior Canadian gold mining company, producing precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland, and Mexico. It has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects in these countries as well as in the United States and Colombia. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading environmental, social and governance practices. The Company was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.
This news release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and forward-looking information as defined in the Securities Act (Ontario). Forward-looking statements and information can be identified by statements that certain actions, events or results "could", "may", "might", "should", "will" or "would" be taken, occur or achieved. Forward-looking statements in this news release include statements regarding the expectation that the Transaction will close and the timing of closing; the expectation that the San Nicolás project will be developed into production; the expected timing of first production; the estimated mine life; the expectation that there is meaningful mine life extension and regional exploration potential; the expected ownership interests of Teck and Agnico Eagle in the joint venture at any time; the expected production over the first five years of operation; all San Nicolás project economics included in this news release, including head grades, average C1 operating costs, development capital cost estimate, payback period and IRR; the expectations as to results of the feasibility study, including development capital cost estimate, payback period and IRR; the statement that the project has been de-risked; and timing of project sanction decision.
Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Teck, Agnico Eagle or the joint venture to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that may cause actual results to vary include, but are not limited to, changes in general economic conditions or commodity prices, unanticipated permitting, development or construction issues including delays in receiving permits or other regulatory approvals, or withdrawal or suspension of permits, unanticipated geotechnical conditions or other factors affecting construction plans and budgets including supplier, transportation, logistics or labour issues, adverse weather or natural disaster, community unrest, access issues, failure of plant and equipment, disruption of financial markets, the accuracy of our mineral estimates (including with respect to size, grade and recoverability) and the geological, operations and price assumptions on which these are based, other circumstances interfering with the closing of the Transaction, including an inability to satisfy the conditions to closing, including receipt of any regulatory approvals and failure by Teck or Agnico Eagle to fund as required by the agreements. Economic projections for the San Nicolás project are presented on a 100% basis and, except as otherwise noted, assume US$3.50/lb copper, US$1.15/lb zinc, US$1,550/oz gold, and US$20/oz silver.
Teck and Agnico Eagle caution you that the foregoing list of important factors and assumptions is not exhaustive. Other events or circumstances could cause actual results to differ materially from those estimated or implied by these forward-looking statements. Certain of these risks are described in more detail in the Annual Information Form of Teck and/or Agnico Eagle and in their respective subsequent quarterly report filings with Canadian securities administrators and the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Neither Teck nor Agnico Eagle assumes the obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements after the date of this news release or to revise them to reflect the occurrence of future unanticipated events, except as maybe required under applicable securities laws.
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First Major City Chief's Association member to deploy Axon's My90 platform to collect confidential feedback from community members
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon (NASDAQ: AXON), the global leader in connected public safety technologies, today announced Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD), a Major City Chief's Association member, is utilizing Axon's latest community engagement tool, My90, as a part of a collaborative partnership.
My90 is a tool used to engage the public, collect feedback, and build trust following service calls. Using data and confidential feedback, agencies can take action and see the impact they are having within their communities. Community members can provide valuable input, allowing agencies a platform to facilitate genuine community engagement to measure what's working well and what they can improve.
"My90 is a great way to engage with our community to better understand how the public feels about interactions with our agency," says Chief Davis, Fairfax County Police Department. "Since deploying a trial of My90, we have collected over 3,000 responses in just over two months. We have the opportunity to review these results to gain valuable feedback on an ongoing basis from people we have just served."
"We created My90 as a way for members of the public to give confidential feedback about their interactions with law enforcement officers," says Kona Shen, Axon's VP/GM of My90. "We are excited to be partnering with FCPD as they leverage these surveys within their community to continue to improve services and build strong relationships between their officers and community."
To learn more about My90 visit: https://www.axon.com/products/my90
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Axon is a network of devices, apps and people that helps public safety personnel become smarter and safer. With a mission of protecting life, our technologies give customers the confidence, focus and time they need to keep their communities safe. Our products impact every aspect of a public safety officer's day-to-day experience with the goal of helping everyone get home safe.
We work hard for those who put themselves in harm's way for all of us. To date, more than 270,000 lives and countless dollars have been saved with the Axon Network of devices, apps and people. Learn more at www.axon.com or by calling (800) 978-2737. Axon is a global company with headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz. and global software engineering hub in Seattle, Wash., as well as additional offices in Australia, Canada, Finland, Vietnam, the UK and the Netherlands.
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(NEXSTAR) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says he was “misled” about the police response to the deadly school shooting in Uvalde on Tuesday.
During a news conference Friday, Abbott said he was repeating what he had been told. “The information that I was given turned out, in part, to be inaccurate,” he said.
Abbott said that he took detailed, written notes while talking to officials in the wake of the deadly attack on Robb Elementary School, and is “livid about what happened.”
He added that exactly what happened needs to be “thoroughly, exhaustively” investigated.
In the hours after Tuesday’s horrific shooting, the governor praised the actions of law enforcement, saying that they showed “amazing courage by running toward gunfire” and cited their “quick response.”
Since then, however, questions have swirled around the timeline of law enforcement’s response and their actions to stop the shooter, who authorities say killed 19 students and two teachers.
Videos have surfaced on social media showing officers holding back parents, some of whom were begging them to go into the school and rescue their children as the minutes ticked by.
Students trapped inside a classroom repeatedly called 911, including one who pleaded, “Please send the police now,” as officers waited in the hallway for more than 45 minutes, authorities said.
The commander at the scene in Uvalde — the school district’s police chief — believed that 18-year-old gunman Salvador Ramos was barricaded inside adjoining classrooms at Robb Elementary School and that children were no longer at risk, Steven McCraw, the head of the Texas Department of Public Safety, said at a contentious news conference earlier in the day Friday.
“It was the wrong decision,” he said.
Friday’s briefing came after authorities spent three days providing often conflicting and incomplete information about the 90 minutes that elapsed between the time they say 18-year-old Salvador Ramos entered the school and when U.S. Border Patrol agents unlocked the classroom door and killed him.
When the border agents were set to enter the room, there were as many as 19 officers in the hallway outside, McCraw said.
Inside the fourth grade classroom, Ramos, armed with an AR-15-style rifle killed 19 children and two teachers, authorities said. His motive remains unclear.
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/texas-gov-greg-abbott-says-he-was-misled-about-police-response-to-school-shooting/ | 2022-05-27T22:26:39Z |
Located on a private peninsula on the Pacific coast surrounded by more than 3000 acres of verdant jungle, Four Seasons will connect guests to Mexican heritage and culture in an all new, ultra-luxurious nature experience
TAMARINDO, Mexico, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México is now accepting reservations ahead of its anticipated opening in late 2022.
Equally committed to preservation of the natural landscape, celebration of its country's deep heritage and providing the ultimate luxury travel experience, Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo is a tribute to Mexico. The Resort will offer 157 contemporary Mexican accommodations – many with private pools – plus four restaurants and bars, a superb golf course, a transformative spa and wellness experience, and much more.
"In Tamarindo, we are creating a new resort experience that is deeply connected both physically and spiritually with its surroundings," notes Vince Parrotta, Four Seasons President, Hotel Operations – Americas West. "Working closely with our visionary owner partners and myriad local and regional designers and artisans, we are offering something entirely new. To put it simply, if you think you know Mexico, you haven't been to Tamarindo."
A defining characteristic of the Resort is that just 2% of the surrounding nature reserve will be developed.
"We are dedicated to the concept of 'rewilding,' enabling the Earth's natural rhythms to flourish and nature to recover its balance," says the Resort's General Manager Felix Murillo. "Everything we are doing is guided by this ethos, and it is our hope that our guests will form a deep connection both to the land and the coastline, and that in doing so they can recover their own balance and leave inspired and energized."
With unique features including an on-site working farm, Rancho Ortega, and a Discovery Centre that will serve as an introduction to nearly unlimited exploration and recreational pursuits, guests will be able to create their own version of paradise in this undiscovered part of Mexico.
"Jalisco is one of the most economically and culturally important states in Mexico, owing to its natural resources as well as its long history and culture," says Enrique Alfaro Ramirez, Governor of Jalisco, México. "We are proud to welcome visitors of the state to Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México, a resort that represents the best in Mexican talent and celebrates Jalisco's rich land, people and traditions."
A Unique Collaboration
"In Tamarindo, we are showcasing the very best of what this destination has to offer in an unmatched natural oceanside setting," says Pedro Verea Hernandez, CEO of Paralelo 19, the owners of Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México. "We are thrilled to work with Four Seasons in bringing this vision to life."
An integral part of the character of the Resort is puro talento Mexicano, the celebration of Mexican talent across all design disciplines, beginning with a partnership between the country's greatest contemporary architects, Victor Legorreta and Mauricio Rocha, who came together as LegoRocha specifically for this project. LegoRocha, along with lead interior designers Uribe Krayer, and Estudio Esterlina, have effused every space and touchpoint with elements of pre-Hispanic culture and contemporary Mexican aesthetics. The team was also joined by landscape designer Mario Schjetnan, and restaurant designers Esrawe Studio and Bibiana Huber to complete the Resort's contemporary Mexican look and feel. From employee fashion by Mexico City-based designer Kris Goyri to tableware, hammocks, hampers, candles and countless functional items and decorative details hand made by philanthropic alliances throughout the country, guests will feel connected to Mexico's rich heritage and modern lifestyle at every turn.
Exploring the Reserve
The centre of Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo is the Discovery Centre, a starting point to engaging in the natural cycles of the region from ocean to jungle across the Reserve. The Resort's on-site team of biologists is eager to introduce guests to the area's biodiversity, including its more than 70 endemic species of wildlife and hundreds of birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles to be seen throughout the Reserve's more than 3,000 acres (1,220 hectares).
Zero-Mile Sourcing: Rancho Ortega
While on-site chef's gardens have become standard at many hotels, the Resort team saw the broader possibilities offered by the region's micro climate, and thus Rancho Ortega, a 35 acre (14 hectare) working farm, was born. Here, under the vision and leadership of Four Seasons Culinary Director Nicolás Piatti, the cultivating of indigenous and newly introduced plants supplies the Resort's restaurants with true zero-mile, root-to-dish produce. It also serves as a study centre for rare species, sustainable farming, and creative culinary exploration.
"We have a flock of egg-producing chickens roaming the farm now, and there are 17 varieties of fruit trees already producing pomegranates, figs, cocoa, guava and more," notes Chef Piatti, who has also spent months sourcing additional products from throughout the country, including a selection of endemic corn varieties from the Yucatan.
"And we are particularly excited at the progress of more than 8,500 agave azul plants we are cultivating here at the Resort with the blessing of Mexico's Tequila Regulatory Council," he smiles.
Dining at Four Seasons – Celebrating the region's dramatic seasonality and blending traditional flavours with modern techniques and ingredient-forward creativity, the Resort's four food and drink outlets will offer settings for everything from starlit dinners to barefoot lunches and opportunities to raise a glass with old and new friends.
Each restaurant is an individual concept inspired by its surroundings, including Coyul, where famed Mexican Chef Elena Reygadas uses the country's bountiful harvest to take modern Mexican cuisine in exciting new directions. At Sal, just steps from the Pacific Ocean, the freshest seafood is presented with elevated culinary artistry, along with artisanal cocktails best enjoyed during the spectacular golden hour. There's also Nacho, a casual poolside taqueria featuring homestyle Mexican favourites.
More Reasons to Come to Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo
The Spa experience at Four Seasons continues the journey of immersion in the culture and landscape of the region, with treatments designed to connect guests with the elements and rhythms of this unique part of the world. Highlights include a temazcal ceremony, a pre-Hispanic tradition that brings together medicinal herbs and spiritual rituals to encourage personal reflection, contemplation, and re-connection.
Facilities also include a state-of-the-art fitness centre, three pools in addition to those found in many of the Resort's accommodations, plus three beaches and numerous coves ringing the peninsula.
Golfers will love the 18-hole, par 72 El Tamarindo course carefully carved into the natural landscape, with palm fringed fairways and greens and breath-taking views with every shot. A favourite of those-in-the-know since 1995, the course is now part of Four Seasons and will offer course-side restaurant Nueve and a pro shop.
For younger guests who want time to themselves, there's the well-equipped Escondite teen centre as well as the fully supervised Carmelo program, featuring activities that introduce children ages 5-12 to Mexican culture, history and the wonders of the Reserve's natural environment.
Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo also offers intriguing possibilities for events ranging from corporate retreats, weddings and family reunions to photo and video shoots, with a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces, including a private beach and the terraced Melaque Lawn inspired by juego de pelota, an ancient Mayan ball game, complete with full outdoor kitchen.
Be Among the First – Ever – to Experience Tamarindo, Mexico
Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo is now accepting reservations for arrivals beginning in late 2022. Book online, or call +52 357 689 0100.
The Resort is located between the towns of La Manzanilla and Barra de Navidad, 35 minutes by car from Manzanillo-Costalegre International Airport (ZLO) to the entrance of the Resort. Direct flights are available from Los Angeles, Phoenix, Dallas, Houston, Calgary and Mexico City, with connections available throughout North America and beyond. The airport also accommodates a limited number of private aircraft. Contact the Resort's in-house Tamarindo Experience Experts for airport transfers, rental cars or arrivals by sea.
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SINGAPORE, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Energy Market Authority (EMA) today unveiled "A Resilient and Sustainable Energy Future" as the theme for the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) 2022.
The theme reflects how the global energy community has accelerated the pursuit of a greener future. Following the 26th COP26 last year, there is strong momentum for countries to do more to decarbonise their economies and ride the green wave to reduce emissions. Recent developments have shown how sensitive energy markets are to geopolitical events, pushing energy security to the forefront of the global agenda.
Against this backdrop, SIEW 2022 will discuss policies, frameworks, and best practices to accelerate the transition to a more resilient, greener and more inclusive energy future. It will also examine the opportunities and challenges as the region scales up investments and regional connectivity for a green economy.
The announcement was made at the Global Launch featuring speakers from the International Energy Agency (IEA), International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Siemens Energy, Sembcorp Industries and SMBC. It also saw the launch of the IEA's Southeast Asia Energy Outlook 2022 report, and the IRENA's World Energy Transition Outlook report.
Highlights at SIEW 2022
SIEW 2022 marks the 15th edition as Asia's premier energy event. To commemorate this milestone, SIEW is launching a new podcast series, 'SIEWCast'. It will feature energy thought leaders sharing their views on the energy transition through to 2050 as well as their strategic insights into our energy future.
SIEW will also feature exciting elements to welcome more delegates back in-person. Attendees can expect a line-up of exhibitions, networking receptions and a SIEW 15th Anniversary showcase this year. SIEW will introduce Techtables focusing discussions on the latest energy innovations and technologies.
SIEW's anchor events, the SIEW Opening Keynote Address and the Singapore Energy Summit, will also bring together energy ministers, industry captains and international organisation chiefs to address timely topics to set the scene for discussion across the week including: (i) Securing a Sustainable and Resilient Energy Future, (ii) Accelerating Low-Carbon Solutions and (iii) Mobilising Greener Financing for Energy Infrastructure among others.
Singapore will also partner international energy organisations to host key events. These include the Singapore-IEA Ministerial Roundtable focusing on Energy Security in a Low Carbon World, and 2nd Singapore-IRENA High-level Forum on energy investments, green financing and the launch of the end-user electrification report.
SIEW 2022 will also welcome the return of the Asia Clean Energy Summit (ACES), Asian Downstream Summit (ADS), Future of the Grid, and LNG and Hydrogen Gas Markets Asia as partner events.
SIEW 2022 will take place in Singapore from 25 to 28 October 2022. Delegates can register their interest to attend the event at www.siew.gov.sg and for the latest updates.
About SIEW
The Singapore International Energy Week is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to discuss and share best practices and solutions within the global energy space. SIEW 2022 will be held from the 25-28 October in Singapore.
About the Energy Market Authority
The Energy Market Authority (EMA) is a statutory board under the Ministry of Trade and Industry. Our main goals are to ensure a reliable and secure energy supply, promote effective competition in the energy market and develop a dynamic energy sector in Singapore. Through our work, the EMA seeks to forge a progressive energy landscape for sustained growth. Please visit www.ema.gov.sg for more information.
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Movers clean out wrong apartment, all of family’s belongings thrown in dumpsters
OMAHA, Neb. (KETV) - A Nebraska family was left dumpster diving for their belongings after a moving company mistakenly cleaned out the wrong apartment.
On Thursday, Stephanie Gunia picked up her three kids from school and headed back to their apartment, which they just moved into that week.
But upon entering, the family was met with a horrible surprise.
“We walked in, and there was nothing in our apartment except for a mattress,” Gunia said. “My kids’ stuff was gone, their clothes, everything.”
Thinking she’d been burglarized, Gunia panicked and called the police. However, when officers came to investigate, they found no signs of forced entry, and all doors and windows were locked.
But then, a neighbor told Gunia he saw people moving items out of her apartment and into the dumpsters.
Upon looking, Gunia found her personal belongings spread out between five dumpsters – much of it ruined.
Ultimately, investigation revealed what happened – the apartment complex hired a moving company to clear out an apartment, and they hit the wrong unit.
“They said they got the wrong apartment. They cleaned out the wrong apartment,” Gunia said.
Apartment management said in a statement, “We are working with a resident who had some of her possessions mistakenly placed in a dumpster. We believe almost all of her possessions were retrieved. Any missing items will be replaced at our expense.”
Gunia said there was cash in the apartment that has not been recovered. Apartment management said it gave Gunia a $250 gift card immediately after the mistake was discovered.
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Healthcare has ranked Realty Trust Group (RTG) among the "Top Development Companies" in its 2022 Construction and Design Survey for the fourth consecutive year.
"We are honored to be ranked by Modern Healthcare among such a prestigious list of companies that bring innovative approaches and facilities to the healthcare industry," said Dan Maxwell, Vice President of Development Services at RTG. "Our team takes a bigger perspective into account as we partner with our clients on new projects. In the healthcare industry, real estate development is about so much more than just keeping to the construction timeline. We understand that providing the right solution ultimately saves our clients costs, manages risks, and enhances delivery of care for patients."
Modern Healthcare's annual rankings are based on the total dollar volume and square footage of healthcare construction projects. In 2021, RTG completed $78.3 million in healthcare projects representing over 100,000 square feet. This is over double the $38.4 million RTG completed during the pandemic in 2020. RTG's projects included new facility developments and expansions spanning both acute care and ambulatory care environments.
"We truly partner with healthcare leaders and empower them to use their real estate as a strategic asset," said Executive Vice President of RTG, Joe Krumdieck. "It's always exciting when we help our clients realize the full potential of their real estate portfolio, and to witness the positive impact these facilities ultimately make on the quality of patient care in their communities. We look forward to continuing this important work in 2023 and beyond!"
This recognition is one of many that RTG has been honored with for their innovative work in the healthcare industry. They were recently ranked in Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work for the second consecutive year, received two TOBY Awards from BOMA Georgia, and received accolades at the DOC Management Summit. RTG has seven offices, including locations in Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, and recent expansions into Florida and Texas.
RTG is dedicated to enhancing the delivery of care for patients, as well as partnering with healthcare executives to manage risks and gain market leadership through innovative real estate solutions. Discover more about their Development services today.
About Realty Trust Group
Realty Trust Group, LLC (RTG) is a healthcare and life science real estate advisory and services firm offering a full spectrum of real estate services including advisory, development, transactions, operations, and compliance.
Since 1998, RTG has helped hospitals, physician groups, and property owners navigate the rapidly changing industry with growth strategies that gain market leadership as well as enhance patient and physician experiences for better delivery of care. Our philosophy is to provide innovative solutions to the complex and challenging issues found in today's healthcare real estate market.
These solutions include strategic campus and facility planning, portfolio optimization, portfolio monetization, project development, leasing, acquisition and disposition services, portfolio management, regulatory compliance, and many other ideas and services. For more information about RTG and our innovative healthcare real estate services, visit www.realtytrustgroup.com, Facebook, LinkedIn, or call 865-521-0630.
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Demanding quarter, but management believes positive inflection point has been reached with strong 2H trend underway
Record June sales of $34 million, growing to 60% in hard currency, and Total Annual Value of Sales in Q2 increasing 16.4% to $54.7 million
Accelerated 2022 cost efficiency program, realizing $15 million cost reductions by year-end, or $25 million on an annualized basis.
Cash position rose 6.1% to healthy $103 million, with strong free cash flow turnaround to positive $5 million, versus negative $26 million in 2Q21 and negative $65 million in 1Q22
Working capital improved to positive $9 million in 2Q22, versus negative $25 million in 2Q21
Due to uncertain macroeconomic conditions, annual guidance revised to flat revenue growth, EBITDA margin of 11.5% to 12.5%, and leverage ratio of 3.0x to 3.5x
Strong year-end exit rate forecasted, based on sales momentum and improving cost structure
NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Atento S.A. (NYSE: ATTO) ("Atento" or the "Company"), one of the five largest providers of Customer Relationship Management and Business Process Outsourcing (CRM / BPO) services worldwide and sector leader in Latin America, announced today its second quarter operating and financial results for the period ending June 30, 2022. All comparisons in this announcement are year-over-year (YoY) and in constant-currency (CCY), unless otherwise noted.
Volume recovery slower than expected
- Total Annual Value of sales (TAV) increased 16.4% to $54.7 million, growing 88.7% in hard currencies that accounted for 60.2% of TAV
- Excluding the effect of a large one-time Covid-19 services contract signed with State of Maryland in first quarter 2021, TAV would have increased 27.7% in first-half 2022
- Revenue decreased 4.0% to $363.8 million, with Multisector and Telefónica (TEF) sales decreasing 3.3% and 5.5%, respectively, due to lower client volumes, mainly in Brazil and the US, partially offset by inflation pass-through
- Hard-currency revenues expanded to 26% of total revenue
- Brazil TEF sales declined 14.7%, due to the cost-cutting program that this client implemented in the first quarter, which requires reduced CX volumes
EBITDA impacted by reduced volumes, additional one-time severance costs and higher inflation
- EBITDA decreased 44.2% to $28.5 million on aforementioned declines in Multisector and TEF sales, coupled with high severance costs related to new cost efficiency initiatives, ramp up of new client programs and higher inflation, as well as positive one-offs in second quarter of 2021
- Decrease in EBITDA and 543 bps margin contraction were partially offset by improved inflation pass-through
- Net loss of $12.1 million, or negative EPS of $0.83, mainly due to net financial expenses of $12.9 million, $8.7 million of which was non-cash items related to change in fair value of hedges
- Cash financial costs were $29.6 million, of which $20.9 million was a bond interest payment and other interest expenses, primarily those related to the Company's hedges and bank credit facilities
- Free cash flow of $4.5 million
- Despite decreased EBITDA, improved working capital management and lower Capex resulted in positive operating cash flow of $7 million
- Healthy exit rate at quarter-end, with revenue, EBITDA and operating cash flow forecasted to accelerate during second half of year
Healthy cash position
- Healthy cash position of $102.9 million, including $75 million from existing credit revolvers
- At the end of 2Q22, LTM net debt-to-EBITDA was 5.3x, or 3.8x when excluding EBITDA impact of cyberattack in Q4 2021
- Shareholders' equity was negative $130.9 million at June 30, 2022, mainly due to $108.5 million in financial items consisting of $68.8 million in balance sheet and P&L conversion, $39.7 million in financial costs and a negative net $7.1 million change in fair value of hedging instruments
Additional cost reduction initiatives
- Cost reduction initiatives began in April 2022, focused on two areas: SG&A efficiencies, Labor Cost/Headcount and 360° Vendor Revision
- Reduction of fixed costs expected to reach $25 million on an annualized basis ($15 million realizing through July)
Summarized Consolidated Financials
Message from Management
The second quarter was a challenging one, as the recovery in volumes was slower than our expectations, with continued higher inflation across our markets and one-off costs on accelerating structural efficiency programs.
However, based on strong sales in June and July and a growing pipeline, we are expecting 2022 to be the fourth consecutive year of record sales. Moreover, with the investments that we made in further reducing Atento's cost structure, we expect to reap the benefits of $25 million in annualized cost savings, as revenues rise and we continue ramping up new client programs during the remainder of the year and into 2023.
A new account management structure combined with expanding partnerships and effective channel marketing are enabling us to sell more, sell better and sell what we want, namely delivering higher-value services to higher-growth, higher-margin clients. A more effective sales organization also means increasing hard currency revenues, which represented 60% of sales in Q2, versus 37% last year.
Also encouraging was the nearly $5 million in free cash flow that we generated in the quarter, which allowed us to finish with healthy cash position. The cash flow reflects not just a leaner cost structure, but also greater efficiencies, including significantly better working capital management, thanks to new processes and systems that have been implemented to improve the core of our organization. After passing the halfway mark, we remain ahead of plan with regard to inflation pass-through, which we still expect to be approximately 80% of total contract value by year-end.
Given the uncertain macroeconomic conditions, annual guidance was revised to flat revenue growth, EBITDA margin of 11.5% to 12.5%, and a leverage ratio of 3.0 to 3.5x. Although we have revised guidance downward, we still forecast a healthy exit rate at the end of the year, in terms of revenue growth and EBITDA margin, putting us back on a course for much-improved cash flow and debt leverage in 2023.
Second Quarter Segment Reporting
Brazil
Brazil revenue decreased 6.9% in the second quarter to $156.3 million, mainly due to a 14.7% decline in TEF revenue, as this client implemented a cost-cutting program in the first quarter, which requires reduced CX volumes. Multisector revenues decreased 3.8%, mostly related to volume reductions. Multisector sales accounted for 74.7% of revenue in the quarter, down 237 bps compared to last year's comparable quarter.
EBITDA in Brazil decreased 38.6% to $15.0 million, with the corresponding margin declining 500 bps to 9.6%, mainly due to tax credits that benefited 2Q21 profitability and to union agreements signed in 1Q22, partially offset by inflation pass-through negotiation and improved cost efficiencies.
Americas Region
Second quarter revenue declined 4.1% to $149.7 million in the Americas region. Multisector sales decreased 5.0% to 67.9% of revenue, due to a temporary Covid-19 contract, lower volumes related to the higher absentee rates, and the loss of several client programs, partially offset by volumes stemming from new client wins. Most reductions in client volumes were in the US and Mexico, with the latter being impacted by changes in Mexico's outsourcing regulations, while South American countries had slight increases in volumes.
Americas EBITDA decreased 50.9% to $7.8 million, due to a 480 bps contraction in the corresponding margin. The margin decline was due to the aforementioned volume reductions and to cost increases stemming mostly from hyper-inflation in certain countries.
EMEA Region
Second quarter EMEA revenue increased 5.6% to $59.4 million, with Multisector sales increasing 6.8% and TEF sales rising 4.3%. Sales in the latter category still benefited from TEF shifting volumes to Atento, as this client recently consolidated the number of CX providers it utilizes. Multisector sales rose on new sales, mainly driven by the insurance sector.
EBITDA decreased 46.2% in EMEA on a 520 bps margin contraction stemming from offshore to onshore business coverage mix. For the quarter, EMEA EBITDA accounted for 11.2% of consolidated EBITDA.
Cash Flow
Although EBITDA decreased during the second quarter, improved working capital management as well as lower Capex and tax payments resulted in $7.7 million of operating cash flow and $4.5 million of free cash flow. The free cash flow was partially offset by $3.2 million in net financial expenses., which were primarily due to the impact of the Brazilian Reais' appreciation and a higher CDI rate on the Company's currency hedge.
Indebtedness & Capital Structure
At June 30, 2022, Gross debt totaled $736.0 million, or $596.7 million when excluding lease obligations under IFRS 16. With cash and cash equivalents of $102.9 million, net debt was $633.2 million at the end of the quarter. Approximately $89.2 million in revolving credit facilities were available at quarter-end, of which $74.6 million was drawn from existing and new credit facilities.
At the end of the second quarter, LTM net debt-to-EBITDA was 5.3x, or 3.8x when excluding the one-time EBITDA impact of the cyberattack in Q4 2021. The Company finished the quarter with a comfortable maturity profile going out to 2026.
Fiscal 2022 Guidance
Conference Call
Atento will host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, August 04, 2022, at 8:30 am ET to discuss the Company's fiscal second quarter 2022 operating and financial results. The conference call can be accessed by dialing: USA: +1 (866) 807-9684; UK: (+44) 20 3514 3188; Brazil: (+55) 11 4933-0682; Spain: (+34) 80 030-0687; or International: (+1) 412 317 5415. No passcode is required. Individuals who dial in will be asked to identify themselves and their affiliations. A live webcast of the conference call will be available on Atento's Investor Relations website at investors.atento.com (click here). A web-based archive of the conference call will also be available at the website.
About Atento
Atento one of the largest CRM / BPO providers worldwide and sector leader in Latin America and global provider for client relationship management and business process outsourcing services. Since 1999, the company has developed its business model in 13 countries with a workforce of 131,000 employees. Atento has over 400 clients for which it provides a wide range of CRM/BPO services through multiple channels. Its clients are leading multinational companies in the technology, digital, telecommunications, finance, health, consumer and public administration sectors, amongst others. Atento trades under ATTO on the New York Stock Exchange. In 2019, Atento was recognized by Great Place to Work® as one of the 25 World's Best Multinational Workplaces and as one of the Best Places to Work in Latin America. For more information www.atento.com
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Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "may," "should," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "predicts," "intends," "continue" or similar terminology. These statements reflect only Atento's current expectations and are not guarantees of future performance or results. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In particular, the COVID-19 pandemic, and governments' extraordinary measures to limit the spread of the virus, are disrupting the global economy and Atento's industry, and consequently adversely affecting the Company's business, results of operation and cash flows and, as conditions are recent, uncertain and changing rapidly, it is difficult to predict the full extent of the impact that the pandemic will have. Risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, competition in Atento's highly competitive industries; increases in the cost of voice and data services or significant interruptions in these services; Atento's ability to keep pace with its clients' needs for rapid technological change and systems availability; the continued deployment and adoption of emerging technologies; the loss, financial difficulties or bankruptcy of any key clients; the effects of global economic trends on the businesses of Atento's clients; the non-exclusive nature of Atento's client contracts and the absence of revenue commitments; security and privacy breaches of the systems Atento uses to protect personal data; the cost of pending and future litigation; the cost of defending Atento against intellectual property infringement claims; extensive regulation affecting many of Atento's businesses; Atento's ability to protect its proprietary information or technology; service interruptions to Atento's data and operation centers; Atento's ability to retain key personnel and attract a sufficient number of qualified employees; increases in labor costs and turnover rates; the political, economic and other conditions in the countries where Atento operates; changes in foreign exchange rates; Atento's ability to complete future acquisitions and integrate or achieve the objectives of its recent and future acquisitions; future impairments of our substantial goodwill, intangible assets, or other long-lived assets; and Atento's ability to recover consumer receivables on behalf of its clients. In addition, Atento is subject to risks related to its level of indebtedness. Such risks include Atento's ability to generate sufficient cash to service its indebtedness and fund its other liquidity needs; Atento's ability to comply with covenants contained in its debt instruments; the ability to obtain additional financing; the incurrence of significant additional indebtedness by Atento and its subsidiaries; and the ability of Atento's lenders to fulfill their lending commitments. Atento is also subject to other risk factors described in documents filed by the comp any with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.
These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which the statements were made. Atento undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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NEW YORK, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) between October 19, 2021 and April 19, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important July 5, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Netflix 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 Netflix class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5912 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 July 5, 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 made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Netflix was exhibiting slower acquisition growth due to, among other things, account sharing by customers and increased competition from other streaming services; (2) Netflix was experiencing difficulties retaining customers; (3) as a result of the foregoing, Netflix was losing subscribers on a net basis; (4) as a result, Netflix's financial results were being adversely affected; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Netflix's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and/or misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Netflix class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5912 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.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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NEW YORK, June 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of the common stock of Dentsply Sirona Inc. (NASDAQ: XRAY) between June 9, 2021 and May 9, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 1, 2022.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Dentsply common stock 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 Dentsply class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6111 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 August 1, 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. 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) defendants orchestrated a scheme to inflate Dentsply's revenue and earnings by manipulating its accounting for a distributor rebate program in order for senior executives to be eligible for significant cash and stock-based incentive compensation; (2) in order to facilitate this scheme, Dentsply and its executives made numerous false and misleading statements to investors during the Class Period; (3) accordingly, Dentsply's financial statements were not prepared in accordance with GAAP and SEC rules, and Dentsply's internal controls over financial reporting were deficient throughout the Class Period; and (4) as a result of defendants' misrepresentations, Dentsply's common stock traded at artificially inflated prices during the Class Period. As a result of the foregoing, When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Dentsply class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6111 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.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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WASHINGTON , June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA, in partnership with ESA (European Space Agency) and CSA (Canadian Space Agency), will release the James Webb Space Telescope's first full-color images and spectroscopic data during a televised broadcast beginning at 10:30 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, July 12, from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.
Released one by one, these first images from the world's largest and most powerful space telescope will demonstrate Webb at its full power, ready to begin its mission to unfold the infrared universe.
Each image will simultaneously be made available on social media as well as on the agency's website at:
Embargoed access to Webb's first images will not be available prior to their public release.
The following is a list of activities leading up to release (all times Eastern):
Wednesday, June 29
Media Day at Webb's Mission Operations Center
NASA will host a media day at the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) beginning at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 29. The event will include a media briefing on the status of Webb's commissioning as well as overviews of planned science for Webb's first year of operations and Webb image processing.
On-site attendees can tour Webb's Mission Operations Control facilities, including the Flight Control Room, and conduct interviews with mission experts.
Media must register their interest in participating by completing this form by 3 p.m. EDT Tuesday, June 21, for in-person, and by 3 p.m. EDT Tuesday, June 28, for virtual.
NASA and STScI will soon provide further details to those who register their interest, including the full media day schedule and COVID-19 safety protocols. Due to space limitations, NASA and STScI may be unable to accommodate all requests for on-site attendance.
Tuesday, July 12
Image Release Day
- 10:30 a.m. – Live coverage of the image release broadcast will air on NASA TV, the NASA app, and the agency's website. The public also can watch live on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, and Daily Motion.
- 12 p.m. – Following the live broadcast, NASA and its partners will hold a joint media briefing at NASA Goddard. The briefing will livestream on NASA TV, the NASA app, and the agency's website. The list of media briefing participants is forthcoming, and this advisory will be updated with details later.
Media interested in participating in-person must complete this form by 3 p.m. EDT Tuesday, June 21. - 3 p.m. – Live Interview Opportunities: From approximately 3 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, and 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 13, Webb mission experts will be available to conduct live, remote interviews with broadcast media. Experts will be available to conduct interviews in both English and Spanish. More details about scheduling these interviews will be made available closer to the date. Members of the media seeking interviews outside of these windows should complete this media interview request form.
NASA's media accreditation policy for on-site and virtual activities is available online. The agency will soon provide further details to those who register their interest, including COVID-19 safety protocols. Due to space limitations, NASA may be unable to accommodate all requests for on-site attendance. Media and members of the public may ask questions on social media using #UnfoldtheUniverse.
Wednesday, July 13
3 p.m.: NASA Science Live
Webb experts will answer questions about the first images and data in a NASA Science Live show. The broadcast, Webb's First Full-Color Images Explained, will air live on the NASA Science Live website, as well as YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter. Viewers of this episode can submit questions on social media using the hashtag #UnfoldtheUniverse or by leaving a comment in the chat section of the Facebook or YouTube stream.
At the same time, NASA also will broadcast a live social media event in Spanish on its NASA en español YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter accounts. Webb experts Begoña Vila and Néstor Espinoza will discuss the release of the first images and take questions from followers.
NASA Social
The agency also will host an in-person NASA Social Tuesday, July 12, and Wednesday, July 13. Participants will join as guests for the in-studio filming of the televised broadcast at NASA Goddard, tour NASA Goddard and STScI facilities, and interact with experts from the Webb mission.
Webb Community Events
The public can also join in the excitement of Webb's first full-color images by attending one of the many official Webb Space Telescope Community Events taking place across the country this summer. The list of events celebrating Webb's first images is available online and updated frequently.
Webb, an international partnership with ESA and CSA, launched Dec. 25 from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. After unfolding into its final form in space and successfully reaching its destination 1 million miles from Earth, the observatory now is completing the months-long process of preparing for science operations. Webb will explore every phase of cosmic history – from within the solar system to the most distant observable galaxies in the early universe, and everything in between.
Stay connected with the mission and share your experience with Webb's first images on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram with #UnfoldTheUniverse. Follow and tag these accounts:
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Florida deputy runs over beachgoer lying on sand
Published: May. 5, 2022 at 3:28 PM EDT|Updated: 4 hours ago
ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A sheriff deputy ran over a beachgoer who was lying on the sand in a Florida beach as he was trying to drive away to check on a 911 hangup call.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office says the call came as Deputy Todd Brien was on patrol at St. Pete Beach on Wednesday.
Brien got into his Chevrolet Tahoe sheriff’s vehicle and ran over a 23-year-old woman who was lying on her back, driving over her right side and mid to upper back area. She was hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries. The sheriff’s office continues to investigate.
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NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of HUMBL, LLC (OTC: HMBL) and/or the Company's unregistered digital asset (sold as BLOCKS Exchange Traded Index ("ETXs") on various cryptocurrency exchanges) between November 1, 2020 and May 19, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period") of the important July 19, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Humbl securities and/or the Company's ETXs 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 Humbl class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6398 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 July 19, 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 violated provisions of the Exchange Act by making false and misleading statements concerning the Company's growth prospects, technological advancements, international partnerships, and financial benefits for Humbl common stock and digital asset investors, as well as using selectively timed announcements to keep Humbl stock price high so that Company insiders could sell off their holdings into artificially created volume. The complaint also alleges that defendants violated provisions of the Securities Act by selling its unregistered securities (BLOCK ETX digital assets) to investors.
To join the Humbl class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6398 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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NEW YORK, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Wells Fargo & Company ("Wells Fargo") (NYSE: WFC) 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 Wells Fargo common stock between February 24, 2021 and June 9, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Wells Fargo, 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 Wells Fargo includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Wells Fargo had misrepresented its commitment to diversity in the Company's workplace; (ii) Wells Fargo conducted fake job interviews in order to meet its Diverse Search Requirement; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected Wells Fargo to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement action, including criminal charges; (iv) all of the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to negatively impact Wells Fargo's reputation; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: August 29, 2022
Aggrieved Wells Fargo investors only have until August 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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Vincent Wong, Esq.
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American Red Cross seeks blood donations to prevent summer shortage
(CNN) - Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood or platelets, according to the American Red Cross, but every summer, blood donations go down.
”In June alone, we saw a 12% decline in donations, which is very significant and more than we have seen in many, many months,” Rodney Wilson with the American Red Cross said.
Summer months are always a struggle for blood collections because travelers are on vacation, blood drives can’t be hosted at closed schools and people tend to make less time to donate.
Wilson says the pandemic also has not helped.
”Lots of factors related to COVID continue to make it hard for us to collect enough blood,” he said.
The American Red Cross says whole blood is the flexible type of donation. It can be transfused in its original form or seperated into red cells, plasma and platelets to help multiple people. It is often given to trauma patients or those having surgery.
”The need for blood can come up unexpectantly and suddenly at any time,” Wilson said.
Wilson says more donors of all blood types are needed to prevent typical summer shortages.
”On average, the Red Cross needs to collect close to 13,000 blood donations every single day to support patients at 2,500 hospitals across the country,” he said.
Wilson says donating only takes about an hour of your time to help others.
Anyone interested in donating blood can schedule an appointment on the American Red Cross Blood website or donor app. You can also call 1-800-RED CROSS.
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DALLAS, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- S2 Capital, LLC ("S2") today announced it has acquired Residences at Preston Park, a 266-unit multifamily community in Plano, Texas. S2, a national value-add multifamily investor with more than $9 billion in transaction volume, is making this investment from its fund, S2 Multifamily Value-Add Fund 1. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Residences at Preston Park is a three-story garden/townhomes style apartment built in 1995, set on approximately 15 acres, with an average unit size of 1,114 square feet. S2 Capital is poised to elevate the property's renter profile via hands-on residential management, asset management, and construction management. The proposed interior and exterior renovation plans anticipate spending just over $4 million to make select premium renovations.
Located at 4701 Preston Park Boulevard, the property provides residents access to the highly ranked Plano Independent School District and is convenient to major employment nodes such as Legacy, Frisco, Uptown/Downtown Dallas, Las Colinas, DFW Airport, and the Platinum Corridor. In 2021, the Plano submarket saw nearly 98% average occupancy and 21% annual rent growth, driven by a growing population attracted by job opportunities and the area's robust economic recovery.
"From the start of our discussion on Residences at Preston Park, we have been impressed by the property's significant value-add opportunity," said Ryan Everett, VP of Acquisitions at S2. "We believe our investment will benefit both the local residents and our investors. We are also bullish on West Plano's apartment market, which is driven by steady occupancy rates and record-breaking demand for the whole Dallas-Fort Worth region. "
Henry Stimler, Bill Weber, and Ari Schwartzbard of Newmark helped secure financing for S2. Brian O'Boyle Jr. at Newmark represented the seller throughout the transaction.
Founded in 2012, S2 Capital is a Dallas-based national multifamily investment platform specializing in value-add properties. With more than $9 billion in transaction volume, S2 has acquired approximately 42,000 units through 115 acquisitions, and has successfully invested over $400 million in upgrades and renovations. S2 is vertically integrated, comprised of affiliated businesses including acquisitions, construction, asset management, and operations divisions that work closely together to execute the firm's business plan. The firm concentrates its investments in the U.S. Sun Belt, including Arizona, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and Texas, where job and population growth is expected to outpace the national average and contribute to significant renter demand. For more information, visit www.s2cp.com.
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Caroline Luz
Lambert
203-656-2829
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1 dead in shooting at Tenn. university during high school graduation
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - Officials confirmed the shooting of two people during a high school graduation on the campus of Middle Tennessee State University.
Police confirmed the death of one person in the shooting Wednesday night during the Riverdale High School graduation at Murphy Center. They also said another was injured in the incident and is now in critical condition.
Investigators said the two people were shot near the tennis courts. It is unknown at this time whether either victim was a student, WSMV reports.
“Tonight’s shooting is a tragedy for our community. We mourn with the family who lost a loved one and the family of the person injured,” police officials said.
Rutherford County Schools District Public Information Officer James Evans said Riverdale High School would be closed tomorrow as a safety measure.
Authorities said there are no suspects that have been identified at this time.
If you see any suspicious activity, officials ask that you report it to MTSU Police at (615) 898-2424.
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An altercation involving United States Border Patrol agents and two migrants on a Southern California beach was captured on video Sunday, prompting the FBI to investigate an alleged assault on federal officers.
In a video originally posted on TikTok, one agent is seen kneeling next to a man who is face down on the beach with his hands behind his back while another agent is seen waving what appears to be a baton toward a man standing in a wetsuit, who at times, appears to move toward the agent.
Additional agents enter the scene, and one of them tackles the man to the ground. Three agents are then seen in a scuffle on the ground with the man as they restrain him.
Video of the confrontation was also posted to Twitter by newly elected Texas Republican Rep. Mayra Flores, garnering 1.2 million views as of Wednesday.
The incident happened around 5:10 pm Sunday near Imperial Beach, according to US Customs and Border Protection. Border Patrol agents had responded to the area to apprehend two migrants who entered the US illegally by swimming around the International Boundary Maritime primary fencing, according to CBP spokesperson Gerrelaine Alcordo.
"As agents attempted to take both migrants into custody, the migrants actively resisted and assaulted the agents. During the confrontation, the agents deployed less-lethal devices," Alcordo added.
Two Mexican nationals, ages 17 and 20, were taken into custody and transported to a nearby station for processing, CBP said.
"The FBI is aware of the situation involving two U.S. Border Patrol agents that occurred on Sunday, August 21, near Imperial Beach, California, and is investigating the assault on federal officers," an FBI spokesperson told CNN.
The FBI will review the incident and determine what federal response is warranted, the spokesperson added.
The Washington Examiner first reported the FBI investigation into the altercation.
So far in fiscal year 2022, which ends Sept. 30, Border Patrol agents have been involved in 237 incidents involving less-lethal force. In fiscal year 2021, there were 258 incidents and in 2020 there were 265.
In the San Diego region, there has been a 25% increase in encounters with migrants since last fiscal year, according to CBP data.
Last month, Border Patrol agents at the Imperial Beach Station arrested two groups of more than 100 migrants totaling 224 people in two separate incidents on July 23 and July 26.
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Man gets life in prison for raping 3 underage sisters, impregnating 2 of them
CLEVELAND (WOIO/Gray News) – A Cleveland man was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday after pleading guilty to raping three underage sisters and impregnating two of them.
The girls were ages 10, 12 and 13 at the time of the rapes between June 2020 and August 2021, according to a news release from Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael C. O’Malley.
Tyrone Hughley, 37, was sentenced to life in prison with eligibility of parole after 60 years, the release said. He will also be listed as a Tier III Sex Offender and will have to register as such every 90 days for the rest of his life.
The investigation began when the 10-year-old girl was brought to a doctor by her grandmother and was found to be pregnant, the release said. The 13-year-old girl was also found to be pregnant.
Investigations led by the Cleveland Division of Police’s Sex Crimes Unit found all three sisters had been raped at their home, and fetal DNA from both pregnant sisters was “a 99.9999999% match” with Hughley, the release said.
Hughley was arrested on Nov. 17, according to court dockets. He was given a $100,000 bond.
Hughley pleaded guilty to three counts of rape Monday, the press release said, and received his sentencing Tuesday.
“Few crimes reach the level of depravity as the ones committed by Tyrone Hughley. He sexually assaulted three siblings and impregnated (them),” O’Malley said in a comment. “He has earned every day of his minimum 60-year sentence. I pray this family and these girls heal from this unimaginable trauma.”
Officials did not clarify how Hughley knew the girls.
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‘Squid Game,’ ‘Succession,’ ‘Ted Lasso’ vie for Emmy Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Emmy Awards host Kenan Thompson and the ceremony’s producers are promising a feel-good event — a phrase not applicable to several of the top nominated shows.
The best drama contenders include the violently dystopian “Squid Game,” bleak workplace satire “Severance” and “Succession,” about a powerful and cutthroat family. Even comedy nominee “Ted Lasso,” the defending champ, took a storytelling dark turn.
But after several pandemic-constrained awards seasons, Monday’s 74th Primetime Emmy Awards (airing 8 p.m. EDT on NBC, streaming on Peacock) will be big and festive, executive producers Reginald Hudlin and Ian Stewart said.
They’re actually taking a page from last year’s scaled-down ceremony and its club-style table seating for nominees.
“They had a ball. They had a party. They celebrated themselves,” Stewart said, recalling a comment made by actor Sophia Bush at the evening’s end: “Oh, my God, I actually had fun at the Emmys.”
The tables will be back and again reserved for nominees — and their “significants,” Stewart said — but there will be some 3,000 other guests seated traditionally in the temporarily reconfigured 7,000-seat Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles.
“When the nominees are having a great time that translates on screen,” Hudlin said, citing the “passionate, touching” speeches delivered by winners.
Thompson, the veteran “Saturday Night Live” cast member taking his first turn as Emmys host, said he wants to enjoy the ceremony and make sure others do.
“This should be a night of appreciating artistry and creativity and removing the stress of it all out. I get it — it sucks to lose, and everybody’s picking outfits and trying to do the red carpet thing,” Thompson said. “But at the same time, it’s an awesome thing to be in the room on Emmys night, and I don’t want that to get lost in the stress.”
He doesn’t expect anything mirroring the Will Smith-Chris Rock confrontation that cast a shadow over the Oscars earlier this year, Thompson said.
Although HBO’s “Succession,” which won the best drama series award in 2020, and “Ted Lasso” from Apple TV+ are considered the frontrunners for top series honors, there’s potential for surprises. Netflix’s “Squid Game,” a global sensation, would be the first non-English language drama series to win an Emmy.
On the comedy side, ABC’s acclaimed newcomer “Abbott Elementary” could become the first broadcast show to win the best comedy award since the network’s “Modern Family” in 2014. It’s also among the few contenders this year, along with “Squid Game,” to field a substantial number of nominees of color.
At the Emmy creative arts ceremonies held earlier this month, the mockumentary-style show about educators in an underfunded Philadelphia school, won the trophy for outstanding comedy series casting. “Succession” won the drama series casting award.
“The Crown,” last year’s big winner, wasn’t in the running this time because it sat out the Emmys eligibility period. The dramatized account of Queen Elizabeth’s reign and family life will return for its fifth season in November, as Britain mourns the loss of its longest-serving monarch who died Thursday at age 96.
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The US has suffered at least 246 mass shootings in 2022 -- far more than there have been days so far in the year, according to the Gun Violence Archive. That's the same number of mass shootings in 2021 through June 5.
In 2020, there were 161 mass shootings through June 5; in 2019, that number was 154. The non-profit and CNN both define a mass shooting as one in which at least four people are shot, excluding the shooter.
Here's where mass shootings took place across the country over the weekend:
-- In Socorro,Texas, five people were wounded after a shooter fired into a crowd gathered for a high school graduation party, Police Chief David Burton said. All five wounded are teenagers, including two who were in critical condition, he said.
-- In Summerton, South Carolina, one person was killed and at least seven others were wounded at a graduation party.
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HOLYOKE, Mass., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NextMart, Inc. (the "Company" or "NXMR" - Pink Sheets Alternative Reporting Pink: NXMR) – NXMR would like to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Emco Oilfield Services, LLC ("Emco"), has launched an acquisition program of New Mexico water rights to expand its water capacity for own water stations in the Permian Basin.
The Permian Basin is the largest oilfield in the world. EMCO is currently servicing over sixty (60) clients including major oil companies such as Exxon Mobile's subsidiary, XTO, Chevron, Conoco Phillips, Occidental (OXY), and major independent public oil companies such as EOG, Devon, Cimarex, Noble Energy and many more. The acquisition of more New Mexico water rights is in direct response to the current fast-growing needs of its current clients, and new clients that are coming on board, due to the increased oil and gas activity in the Permian Basin.
William Bouyea (CEO of the Company), states…"The historically fast increase in the price of oil and gas has spurred oil and gas drilling and production in the Permian Basin. With oil is at its highest price per barrel in well over a decade domestically, increased production is a natural occurrence. EMCO is just trying to be proactive and work in the best interests of our client base who will use more water as they attempt to grow their production levels by drilling more wells in these unprecedented times in the energy market. It goes without saying that the amount of water used by our clients will increase almost 100% in correlation to any increase in oil and gas drilling as well as actual production."
Water stations provide a vital source of water needed to drill oil and gas wells. Emco will continue to transport water to and from oil and gas well drill sites in the Permian Basin, which has generated an estimated $40 million in revenues for Emco since 2018. Going forward, with its own water stations, Emco can generate an additional revenue stream that can be significant for its aggressive growth plans. Approximately half the drilling rigs in the U.S. are stationed in the Permian Basin drilling thousands of oil and gas wells annually to provide for the U.S. energy needs.
William Bouyea (CEO of the Company), further stated…"We are excited to announce that we are acquiring water rights in the New Mexico area of the Permian Basin allowing us to capture a revenue stream that has historically been a pass-through. Emco has historically charged transportation fees for the water it transports and passes on the per barrel costs of the third-party water to its customers. This new revenue stream can be expanded as we endeavor to develop additional water stations in our market."
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Latest advancement connects individual fixtures to the Toggled iQ Network Lighting Control system, giving users pinpoint control while delivering added energy savings
TROY, Mich., June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Toggled®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR) focused on intelligent building management solutions, today announced the new Toggled iQ Fixture Controller. The device gives users control over individual light fixtures for a better lighting experience, while connecting them with the Toggled iQ network lighting control system, delivering energy savings and additional system efficiencies. Toggled will be exhibiting the Fixture Controller as part of its next generation Toggled iQ connected building platform at LightFair 2022 in Las Vegas, June 19-23.
Further building on the capabilities of Toggled's iQ technology portfolio, the Fixture Controller provides a dimming and color control interface between existing 0-10V dimmable fixtures and the Toggled iQ network lighting control platform. When paired with other Toggled iQ offerings such as sensors, switches, and the free Toggled iQ app, the Fixture Controller can enable daylight harvesting, occupancy/vacancy based control, or schedule-based control, as well as customized lighting scenes all from an individual fixture within the connected network.
"Businesses are under pressure to reduce energy consumption to meet their sustainability goals and to keep costs down. Implementing smart building solutions can play a pivotal role in both these areas," said Daniel Hollenkamp Jr., chief operating officer, Toggled. "Our new Fixture Controller represents the next step in offering customers the most innovative and user-friendly connected building solutions that meet all of their lighting and energy efficiency needs."
"Businesses and building operators have to master the delicate balance between building controls that generate energy and cost savings, with the satisfaction of their customers and employees. Toggled's new advancement means our business customers no longer have to walk this line - they can enable individual control of lighting devices while simultaneously driving down energy consumption and costs through the connected building system," said Sawyer Allen, chief executive officer, Mid-Atlantic Energy Solutions, a Toggled reseller. "We're looking forward to this next advancement in the Toggled iQ platform portfolio."
Key Benefits of Toggled iQ Fixture Controller:
- Dimming/color control: Two 0-10V outputs provide dimming and CCT control for individual fixtures.
- Allows for integrated and independent installation: Consistent with all Toggled iQ products, the Fixture Controller can be installed as a stand-alone device or as part of a larger portfolio of network-controlled devices.
- Offers multiple control methods including daylight harvesting, color control, scheduling, and app control features.
- Simple installation and set-up: Threaded adapter allows for installation in standard ½" knockouts while the device can easily be set up for connection through the free Toggled iQ app.
Founded in 2007, Toggled has evolved from a leading LED lighting provider to an innovator in sustainable building technologies that enable organizations to customize and control their building operating systems in real-time.
With more than 150 patents, Toggled is the only software-focused company to deliver end-to-end networked lighting and building control solutions, ensuring consistent product quality and customer satisfaction. Because the system is wireless, users don't have to tear up the office space during installation. Toggled iQ can also integrate into existing BAS systems, which provides additional flexibility when considering system architecture.
Toggled will be located at booth #1415 at LightFair. To schedule a demo or meeting at the event between June 19 and 23, email rschmitz@altair.com.
In addition to the new Toggled iQ Fixture Controller, Toggled will also be spotlighting its full building solutions portfolio at LightFair, including:
- Toggled iQ Plug Load Controller
- Toggled iQ Area Lighting Controller
- Toggled iQ LED tubes
- Toggled iQ Sensor
- Toggled iQ Downlights
- Toggled iQ Switch
- Toggled iQ Gateway
About Toggled
Toggled and Toggled iQ are registered trademark brands of Ilumisys, Inc. (dba Toggled), a wholly owned subsidiary of Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR). Toggled iQ is a networked lighting and building control system that leverages the Internet of Things, enabling customers to create unique and scalable solutions across many use cases including, lighting control, HVAC, remote sensor monitoring, and intelligent building control. To learn more, visit https://toggled.com.
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Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of simulation, high-performance computing (HPC), and artificial intelligence (AI). Altair enables organizations across broad industry segments to compete more effectively in a connected world while creating a more sustainable future. To learn more, please visit www.altair.com.
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School bus monitor accused of choking 7-year-old student
GREECE, N.Y. (WHAM) - A New York school bus monitor is facing charges over accusations he put his hands around the neck of a 7-year-old student.
Police say 70-year-old Alonzo Peritore, a school bus monitor for the Greece Central School District, is charged with criminal obstruction of breathing and endangering the welfare of a child. The district earlier placed him on leave, pending the outcome of an investigation.
The 7-year-old victim’s mother called police after her son reported the incident Monday.
A school resource officer worked with the district to interview everyone involved and review video evidence from the bus.
Abdul Bounds, the victim’s father, said his son was left with marks around his neck and had trouble swallowing after the incident.
“What went through my head was ‘what person in their mind would grab a 7-year-old little boy by his neck then laugh about it and say this is how we play?’ Who plays with kids like that?... I want answers, and I want them now,” Bounds said.
Bounds says he believes Peritore should have been fired immediately.
A spokesperson for the district says time is needed to review the charges and ensure due process is followed.
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambridge Capital, a leading investment firm focused on the supply chain sector, today announced a majority investment in Boa Logistics and Flow Cold Storage (collectively, "Boa") which are innovative, high-growth, third-party logistics companies specializing in refrigerated less-than-truckload ("LTL") freight consolidation, led by industry veterans. The investment, in partnership with management, will enable Boa to continue to expand its dedicated cold-chain freight consolidation platform and capitalize on its large market opportunity, building on 50% revenue growth and 130% EBITDA growth over the last 12 months.
In conjunction with the investment, Cambridge Capital's Benjamin Gordon and Matt Smalley have joined Boa's Board of Directors. Boa's founders, Matt Mugar and Walter Lopes, will continue to lead the business full-time, retain significant ownership, and serve on the Board.
Through Boa's proprietary consolidation model, enhanced by technology, small and medium-sized shippers can enjoy white-glove service, 24x7 responsiveness, operational excellence and access to a differentiated base of carriers for temperature-controlled LTL transportation needs across the United States. Given Boa's cold-chain expertise, its focus on the perishable food & beverage industry, and major consignees including Costco, Trader Joe's, Kroger and Publix, Boa's customers can have a logistics partner that is able to scale, without sacrificing quality, responsiveness or service levels. Boa has specifically unmatched capabilities for freight originating from the West Coast, which is a large, fragmented, and underserved market.
"Walter and I have spent 10 years bootstrapping Boa to what it has become today, supported by a world-class team. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with Cambridge Capital. We truly value the deep supply chain expertise that Cambridge Capital has, as well as their experience in working with similar entrepreneur-led companies. Our focus for Boa 2.0 is to work with Cambridge Capital to further develop our platform, enhance our offerings, expand our leadership team, and continue to service our customers at the highest level," said Matt Mugar, Co-Founder and CEO of Boa.
Walter Lopes, Co-Founder and President of Boa, added, "As we embark on the next phase of Boa with Cambridge Capital, our goals will be to invest heavily into technology and automation, as well as expand geographically, which will add significant value to both customers and consignees. Over the next few years, we believe Boa will become a nationwide household name when it comes to cold-chain LTL freight services".
Boa's customers include well-known brands as well as some of the fastest-growing innovators in the perishable food and beverage staple category that require a scalable partner, best-in-class temperature control technology, delivery precision and operational excellence.
Benjamin Gordon, Managing Partner of Cambridge Capital, said, "Cambridge is excited to have the opportunity to partner with Matt and Walter as Boa's first outside investor. Cambridge's thesis is to partner with outstanding leaders, with a niche focus, and operational excellence, who are ready to take their business to new heights. Matt, Walter, and the rest of the Boa embody the best attributes in the industry, and we are fortunate to have the opportunity to join with them in this exciting next stage of growth."
Matt Smalley, Principal of Cambridge Capital, added, "Boa has shown impressive growth with existing and new customers over the past several years, and services them at the highest standards in the industry. Boa's customers are quoted as saying that Boa treats their freight as if it is Boa's own and that they can rely on Boa to manage complexity and hyper-growth with care. Our team looks forward to our partnership with Boa over the next several years, as we seek to support them with significant expansion goals."
McDermott Will & Emery LLP served as legal advisor to Cambridge Capital, while East West Bank and Capital Dynamics Private Credit acted as Joint Lead Arrangers for a Senior Secured Term Loan Facility to support Cambridge's investment in Everest. Gulfstar Group served as exclusive financial advisor to Boa and Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP served legal advisor to Boa.
Cambridge Capital is an investment firm focused on the supply chain sector. The firm provides private equity to finance the expansion, recapitalization, or acquisition of growth companies in transportation, logistics and supply chain technology. Our philosophy is to invest in companies where our operating expertise and in-depth supply chain knowledge can help our portfolio companies achieve outstanding value.
For more information, please visit http://www.cambridgecapital.com.
Established in 2010, Boa Logistics is a service-focused freight management company, utilizing technology to stay ahead of the competition. Boa specializes in refrigerated LTL freight movements and consolidation nationwide. Additionally, Boa also operates a cold-storage facility to serve its customers (Flow Cold Storage). Boa focuses on mission-critical movements of perishable temperature-controlled freight for medium-sized companies, with destinations including big-box retail, grocery, and restaurant distribution. Additionally, Boa handles dry freight and drayage-related movements and consolidations for customers.
For more information, please visit https://www.boalogistics.com/.
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Police in Mecca say they have arrested a Saudi man who helped an Israeli-Jewish reporter sneak into Islam’s holiest city, defying a rule that only Muslims can enter the area.
While Muslims of any nationality and background can enter Mecca, non-Muslims are not permitted because a very specific code of conduct and behavior is required of all people within its boundaries, including certain forms of modesty, ritual cleansing and prayers.
The public backlash over television reporter Gil Tamary’s visit was immediate on social media, with Muslims and Saudis expressing their anger over his deception and apparent disregard for the sanctity of the site.
It comes as Saudi-Israeli ties have been quietly growing amid shared concerns over arch-enemy Iran. This incident is unlikely to dampen the relationship. Publicly, the kingdom insists its policy is that full ties can only happen when Palestinian statehood and rights are guaranteed.
The outcry appears to have prompted Saudi police late Friday to announce the arrest of the Saudi man who they say facilitated the entry of the journalist into Mecca in explicit violation of regulations prohibiting the entry of non-Muslims. The Saudi male national, whose identity was not revealed, was referred to prosecution and remains under arrest.
The veteran reporter for Channel 13 in Israel filmed himself in Mecca for a roughly 10-minute-long segment that aired on Monday in which he visited a key site on the hajj pilgrimage route where the Prophet Muhammad delivered his final sermon some 1,400 years ago.
He made clear he knowingly had slipped into Mecca with a driver, saying he is speaking in Hebrew quietly so no one can hear him. He claimed to be the first Israeli Jew ever to enter the city. He did not identify himself as Israeli or Jewish to the driver during the recordings.
In the clip that aired, Tamary and his Saudi driver pass a highway turnoff that says non-Muslims cannot pass, and then pass under a huge Quran replica that is the main gateway to the city. “The dream came true,” he says as they pass through Mecca and make their way to Mount Arafat.
After he climbs the mount, he says religious police are starting to ask questions and want to make sure he is a Muslim. They decide to leave.
Mecca is home to Islam’s holiest shrine, the cube-shaped Kaaba, the metaphorical house of God located in the city’s Grand Mosque. The shrine marks the point toward which observant Muslims worldwide pray five times a day. It is also the ultimate destination for the Muslim hajj and smaller umrah pilgrimage.
The reporter and Channel 13 responded on Twitter after the report aired. The news channel, in both Hebrew and Arabic, said Tamary’s report was driven by “journalistic curiosity” and a desire to witness and see things firsthand. The popular Israeli channel apologized for any anger stoked by his visit, which occurred during President Joe Biden’s trip to the nearby city of Jeddah. The Times of Israel quoted an unnamed source familiar with the matter saying Israeli government officials were satisfied with the statements issued by the channel and its reporter.
Police in Mecca said they also referred the journalist’s actions to public prosecutors, though the Israeli national is no longer in the kingdom.
The Saudi statement did not identify the journalist, saying only he was non-Muslim and had U.S. citizenship, implying he’d entered the country using his American passport since the kingdom has no formal ties with Israel.
Police called on visitors to respect the country’s laws, particularly when it comes to Mecca and Islam’s holiest sites in the kingdom.
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The gift is the largest single unrestricted donation in the 120-year history of the North Carolina based organization.
GREENSBORO, N.C., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Children's Home Society, one of the nation's leading children and family services organizations, has received an $8M donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. The gift supports Children's Home Society's work for children and families, through innovative services that help families stay together and build resilience to navigate difficult life circumstances. The organization is also a leader in foster care and adoption across North Carolina.
"Ms. Scott's generosity comes at a critical time for our communities," said Brian Maness, President & CEO of Children's Home Society of North Carolina. "Children and families need more than ever to be seen, heard, and validated while facing the challenges of today's world. They need to feel hope for their future and that someone cares about them, particularly amidst current social inequities and the pandemic. We are so grateful to everyone who is helping and sharing in this work."
The organization recently launched an ambitious 5-year plan outlining a better future for North Carolina children and families. "Ms. Scott's donation will strengthen and help sustain this vital work as we continue to embrace our identity as a mission-driven problem solver, and promote the right of every child to a permanent, safe, and loving family. We know that no one person, organization, or gift can do this work alone, but every person – no matter their background – can make an incredible difference through positive and inspired action," Maness said.
Gifts like Ms. Scott's, as well as the consistent support from community members across North Carolina, make it possible for CHS to serve more than 15,000 North Carolina children and families annually. In 2021, more than 4,800 families were supported with parent education and support services, and a safe family placement was created for nearly 1,100 children who are in foster care. Children's Home Society has celebrated more than 16,000 adoptions since 1902.
For more information on the Children's Home Society, how to become a foster or adoptive parent, or financial support, work, and volunteer opportunities, please call 1-800-632-1400 or visit www.chsnc.org.
Children's Home Society offers a network of services and support throughout North Carolina to help establish and sustain healthy, loving relationships in every family. For 120 years, Children's Home Society has provided a broad spectrum of programs and services including adoption, foster care, parenting education, family preservation, and youth responsibility. Children's Home Society believes in the importance of family, not only in the life of a child, but also in the foundation of a community.
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DENVER, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pivot Energy, a national renewable energy provider, is pleased to announce the start of construction of ten new community solar projects in Illinois that will provide low cost electricity to households and businesses across the state. The portfolio of projects represents 17.1 megawatts of capacity through the Illinois Adjustable Block Program across Ameren and Commonwealth Edison utility service territories.
Unlike traditional on-site solar energy, community solar allows local households and residents to subscribe to the portion of electricity generated by a local project. Also known as "shared solar" or "community solar gardens", these projects expand the benefits of solar, including lower energy costs, to those who do not own their home or do not have adequate space for their own solar energy system.
"We are fiercely dedicated to providing equitable access to community solar," said Garrett Peterson, Senior Vice President of Project Development of Pivot Energy. "By offering solar energy to those who need it most, we are empowering individuals and expanding the benefits to entire communities in the form of cleaner air, lower electricity bills, and jobs."
With the passing of the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) in 2016 and the subsequent Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) in 2021, Illinois has gradually become a nationwide leader in the deployment of renewable energy. The legislation puts the state on a path to 100% clean energy by 2045.
"We applaud Governor Pritzker's efforts to transition Illinois to clean energy," said Peterson. "Our company is proud to employ Illinoisans and invest in the local economy in our effort to deploy renewable energy for those who previously did not have access."
Pivot Energy previously developed a 34-megawatt portfolio of community solar projects across Illinois in early 2021. With the new portfolio, the company's community solar capacity now stands at 51 megawatts, making Pivot Energy one of the leading providers of community solar in the state.
The portfolio is expected to produce 80 million kilowatt-hours of electricity per year, offsetting the equivalent of more than 60,000 tons of carbon emissions according to the EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator.
Pivot partners with community organizations in allocating subscriptions to those most in need and manages them through the SunCentral platform, their proprietary cloud-based software. If your organization could benefit from partnering with Pivot, please reach out to info@suncentral.net.
Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects. Pivot offers a distributed energy platform that includes a range of services and software that serves the full solar ecosystem. Pivot is a Certified B-Corporation that proudly follows a corporate strategy that provides a positive impact on society as measured by Environmental stewardship, Social leadership, and responsible Governance (ESG) factors. Learn more at pivotenergy.net.
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Increasing Interest in Building Strong Online Brands with Descriptive Domains Is Driving the Company's Growth.
NEW YORK and BELLEVUE, Wash., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. magazine announced today that Identity Digital Inc., a leader in connecting the online world with domain names and related technologies, is listed on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment – its independent businesses. Many well-known businesses, such as Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, and Patagonia, gained their first exposure as Inc. 5000 honorees.
"We are honored to receive this recognition again this year, and we appreciate the consideration from Inc. and endorsement by our customers and partners," says Akram J. Atallah, CEO of Identity Digital. "We are committed to enabling people and businesses around the globe to create domain names that use both sides of the dot to convey exactly who they are and what their businesses do. They're enabling our growth by enthusiastically embracing our descriptive domains."
Identity Digital top-level domains (TLDs) such as .info, .live, .world, .games, .digital and .studio allow businesses to craft memorable names that anchor their search engine optimization (SEO) strategies and build strong online brands.
"We are proud to be among the 2022 honorees that have overcome challenges over the past few years and continued to succeed," Atallah comments.
Inc. reports that companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of COVID-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
The Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000
Methodology
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine's September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.
About Inc.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
About Identity Digital
Identity Digital Inc. simplifies and connects the online world with domain names and related technologies to empower people to build, market, and own their authentic digital identities. With the world's largest portfolio of nearly 300 TLDs such as .live, .technology, and .restaurant, Identity Digital operates around 25 million domains on its innovative registry services platform. In addition, they enable customers to discover, register, support and use high-quality domain names with its registrar, Name.com. Headquartered in Bellevue, WA, Identity Digital is a global company with approximately 300 employees. For more information, please visit identity.digital.
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Sacha Arts
Bella Vista Communications
(408) 458.6316
sacha@bellavista.agency
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- During BerniePortal's fifth annual users conference, Weekdays With Bernie, founder and CEO Alex Tolbert announced the launch of the latest feature to its award-winning, all-in-one HRIS–BerniePortal Payroll—a streamlined payroll management solution for the payroll needs of small to midsize businesses that eliminates the need for outsourcing.
With BerniePortal Payroll, users have the ability to implement all aspects of the payroll process from calculating tax withholdings and benefits deductions to populating and processing W-2s.
"BerniePortal's Payroll was intentionally designed with our users in mind. We work with thousands of small and midsize organizations across the country who told us they were looking for a truely all-in-one HR system — so we built one. Our Payroll feature will free up hours of time so they can focus on building the businesses they love," said Tolbert at the announcement.
With BerniePortal Payroll, small to midsize businesses will appreciate these notable features:
- Seamless Integration, All-in-One HR: BerniePortal Payroll blends intuitively with all other BerniePortal award-winning HRIS software features to streamline every aspect of the employee lifecycle, from tracking employee hours to benefits and PTO.
- Elimination of Third-Party Payroll Providers: BerniePortal Payroll automatically populates employee data, including hours worked, PTO, and benefit deductions to prepare scheduled payroll runs. By eliminating the manual data entry component for each payroll run, BerniePortal Payroll not only saves precious time, but it also improves payroll accuracy. Plus, having payroll as part of the BerniePortal HRIS package is simply convenient.
- Accurate Tax Withholding: With BerniePortal Payroll there's no need to worry about compliance with federal regulations since it automatically calculates what each employee is required to pay, no matter where in the US your employees are located.
- Unlimited Number of Payroll Runs: For those occasions when you need to schedule pay runs that fall outside of the regular pay schedule, HR can feel satisfied knowing that BerniePortal Payroll will allow them to conduct as many payroll runs as necessary–and with no extra cost!
- Access to a Dedicated Support Team: Organizations can feel confident knowing that when questions arise, BerniePortal Payroll's support team is staffed with experienced payroll experts who are eager to provide top-of-the-line support whenever help is needed.
- Access to a Robust Library of Resources: As an integral part of BerniePortal, BerniePortal Payroll users can find an abundance of resources to help them navigate through payroll–or anything HR-related for that matter. This comprehensive library is updated regularly with new and relevant content:
- Affordable prices: BerniePortal Payroll offers attractive pricing that won't break the bank.
BerniePortal Payroll is so much more than simply a payroll provider; it's part of an all-inclusive experience that begins with applicant tracking and follows the candidate through their entire HR lifecycle.
Learn more about how BerniePortal Payroll can work for your organization, schedule a demo here or visit www.BerniePortal.com.
About BerniePortal
BerniePortal is an all-in-one HR platform that saves time, cuts the paperwork, and helps build better employee experiences. Founded out of healthcare advisory and software company Bernard Health, BerniePortal connects the fragmented HR ecosystem in a comprehensive all-in-one tool, allowing employers to spend less time on administration and more time building the businesses they love. BerniePortal provides solutions for applicant tracking, onboarding, online benefits, PTO tracking, time & attendance, compliance, performance management, and payroll. Learn more at www.BerniePortal.com.
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ATLANTA, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fusion Connect, a leading provider of managed security and collaboration services, today announced two strategic appointments designed to continue to strengthen the culture of high performance and drive revenue growth while reinforcing the strategic growth vision of the organization.
As CFO, Langford will lead the financial strategy for Fusion Connect, with a focus on financial execution to drive global revenue growth and profitability. Andrew brings over 20 years of global experience in telecommunications, financial technology and healthcare industries. Most recently he served as CFO of Claims Cost Solutions (CCS) at Zelis, a private equity-owned healthcare and financial technology company. Before Zelis, he was Senior Vice President of Business Financial Services in the Americas at Global Payments Inc., where he was responsible for the company's finance functions in the U.S., Canada, Brazil, and Mexico.
"Andrew's experience supporting innovative and international growth, deep knowledge of the technology space, and a long history of financial leadership is a great addition to Fusion Connect's leadership team, and will enable us to continue our business transformation journey and accelerate our growth," said Brian Crotty, CEO at Fusion Connect.
"Fusion Connect's award-winning client service is what differentiates the company from other managed service providers and is the key to creating new value for clients, partners, and investors," Langford said. "The company is on the precipice of an exciting phase of growth and I'm eager to take Fusion Connect's success to new levels."
In her new role, Lisa Matthews will lead all areas of the company's human resource functions, with a particular focus on people and corporate culture. Matthews is an accomplished, results-oriented leader with 25 years of global leadership experience in human resources across multiple industries, including technology and professional services. Prior to joining Fusion Connect, Matthews was at Alight Solutions, where she served as Vice President of Human Resources. Before Alight, Matthews was Director of Human Resources for Aon Hewitt. There she led the organizational design, onboarding architecture, and business integration efforts with a focus on operational excellence.
"Lisa's relentless dedication to people and her leadership will be invaluable to our organization," said Crotty. "Her experience collaborating with business leaders to develop and implement effective talent strategies will enhance company culture and help continue to rapidly build our team."
"In today's hybrid work environment, we need to consider people beyond the location they're working from and empower them with all the tools and resources they need to keep Fusion Connect on a successful trajectory," said Matthews. "This company has an established culture of candor and strong leadership that I look forward to building upon as Fusion Connect continues to grow."
Fusion Connect manages, orchestrates, and secures the critical technology infrastructure that enables the connected enterprise. We tailor our highly available and secure cloud communication, collaboration, security, and network management platforms to meet the unique needs of our mid-market and enterprise customers. Our AI-based management systems, along with our highly skilled technicians, dynamically ensure world-class application performance under any conditions. For more information, go to www.fusionconnect.com or call us at +1-866-829-4318.
Press Contact:
Ruzanna Tantushyan
Director of Corporate Communications, Fusion Connect
PR@fusionconnect.com
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NEW YORK, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Homology Medicines, Inc..
Shareholders who purchased shares of FIXX during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: June 10, 2019 to February 18, 2022
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the Company had overstated the efficacy and risk mitigation of its lead product candidate, HMI-102; (ii) accordingly, it was unlikely that the Company would be able to commercialize HMI102 in its present form; and (iii) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: May 24, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/homology-medicines-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=27335&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of FIXX during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is May 24, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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Truckers, startups, utilities already benefiting from mobile-first form factor
SAN FRANCISCO, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zing Data raised $2.4 MM, led by Kindred Ventures (Uber, Coinbase, Postmates), Correlation Ventures (Optimizely, Personal Capital) and early backers of Amplitude and Robinhood.
"Without data scientists, companies lack the toolkit to process and understand their data in context: until Zing. The mobile form factor, simple collaboration, and easy-to-understand tools are best in class. And this technical team has experience as builders and users of business intelligence software, so understand the customer need deeply," said Kanyi Maqubela, Managing Partner at Kindred Ventures.
Founders Zack Hendlin and Sabin Thomas met ten years in graduate school at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and even back then were thinking about building data tools.
"We both realized that engineering, product, and operations teams struggle to use data because they lack the ease of use and collaboration. We knew we could do better by reimagining what an interface for querying data could look like in a mobile first way – just like Robinhood did for stock trading on mobile," said Hendlin.
Both founders bring extensive experience shipping industry defining products, Thomas founded two companies with successful exits in the security space, and Hendlin shipped Facebook's first work in speech recognition, Facebook's first mobile ads format, and built out product and data teams at OneSignal.
"As an engineering leader, I wanted tools that allowed everybody at a company to make data-driven decisions, and that's what we've built. We built a query intelligence platform and smart query construction layer to deliver an experience that 'just works', empowering the enterprise data influencer," said Thomas.
Used by fast growing startups and Fortune 1000 companies, Zing delivers faster time-to-insight than any other platform. Underlying this is support for all common databases including Snowflake, Postgres, mySQL, Google BigQuery, Google Sheets, Amazon Redshift, and Trino. Zing has already forged partnerships with Google and Starburst to deliver well-tested integrations.
"Zing finally allows me to get the key metrics I care about, on the go, and with just one tap on my phone," said Pete Martin, co-founder at WePlayed Sports, a Zing customer. "They are lowering the barrier to entry for data exploration and querying to make it accessible for everyone at a company," said Peter Cho, VP of Product at Mezmo.
The company found enthusiasm from an unexpected source, "Companies in logistics, event management, and real estate signed up – and we realized the scope of the opportunity not just to make data easier to use for people on the go, but for this much bigger group unserved by expensive, single-player, desktop-based business intelligence. People who are in fields, factories, stores, construction sites. If you think about it, everybody is a 'deskless worker' at some point, even if that's just getting pinged while at your kid's soccer game," said Hendlin.
Using Zing Data, a user can:
- Query databases and see generate informative charts in <10 seconds
- Run terabyte-scale queries with just a few taps
- Easily collaborate on action items from an analysis or insight, using @mentions and shared questions
- Reduce the 40% of the business intelligence team's time spent on simple 'ad hoc' questions
Zing is free to use on iOS, Android, and the web for the first ten users at a company at getzingdata.com.
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Sri Lanka's Prime Minister has called a state of emergency across the country, as protesters take to the streets of the commercial capital Colombo, hours after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled the country for the Maldives.
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe also directed the Ministry of Defense to impose a curfew across Colombo and the rest of the country's western province after police fired tear gas on crowds outside the prime minister's office, a ministry official told CNN.
The ministry official, who did not wish to be identified, said Wickremesinghe ordered that "unruly persons and those traveling in lorries be arrested."
Rajapaksa and his wife flew to Malé, in the Maldives, on an AN32 troop transport plane from the Sri Lanka Air Force, according to a high ranking security official, shortly before he was due to step down.
Local air traffic control refused the plane's request to land until an intervention by the Speaker of the Maldivian Parliament and former President Mohamed Nasheed, according to the official. A spokesperson for Nasheed did not confirm or deny the intervention.
Sri Lanka's air force on Wednesday confirmed Rajapaksa's departure, saying in a statement: "Pursuant to the request of the government and in accordance with the powers vested in a President in the Constitution of Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka air force provided a plane early today to fly the President, his wife and two security officials to the Maldives."
Following his departure, hundreds of protesters gathered outside the Prime Minister's office in Colombo, chanting and demanding that neither the President nor the Prime Minister "be spared."
Live video seen by CNN showed protesters marching towards the Prime Minister's office building, shouting that the leaders are trying to flee.
Police used tear gas to disperse a group of protestors trying to break through barriers outside the building.
The embattled Rajapaksa was previously blocked from departing Sri Lanka at least twice on Monday, after refusing to join a public immigration queue at the Bandaranaike International Airport, a high-ranking military source told CNN.
Aides for Rajapaksa arrived at the airport in Colombo on Monday with 15 passports belonging to the president and members of his family -- including First Lady Ioma Rajapaksa -- who had booked seats on a Sri Lankan Airlines flight leaving for Dubai at 6:25 p.m. local time, according to the military source.
But immigration officers declined to process the passports given to them by presidential aides, as Rajapaksa and his family were not physically present for cross checks. Eventually, the flight departed without the president and his family on board, the source added.
Another attempt was made to get the family on an Etihad flight scheduled to leave Colombo for Abu Dhabi at 9:20 p.m. local, according to the source, however the same problem occurred, as the Rajapaksas refused to join the public immigration queue for the flight.
In both instances, the Rajapaksa family was in a nearby airport lounge, waiting for confirmation they could board without queuing among members of the public, the source said.
On Tuesday, a video released by a former police officer claimed that Rajapaksa was staying in a private house belonging to a top Air Force Commander. The Sri Lanka Air Force has denied the claim, describing it as propaganda intended to tarnish the image of the corps and its chief.
Forced to resign
Rajapaksa's planned resignation on Wednesday -- which follows months of protests over the country's crippling economic crisis -- would leave him without presidential immunity and potentially exposed to a raft of legal charges in the country.
He has been accused of high-level corruption and economic mismanagement, which ultimately bankrupted the country and triggered its worst financial crisis since independence.
Rajapaksa agreed to step down from his office on Saturday, after more than 100,000 people massed outside his residence and called for his resignation. Some of the protesters then broke into the property and splashed around in his swimming pool.
Striking images shared on social media showed demonstrators singing protest songs and chanting slogans calling for Rajapaksa to resign. Other photos showed groups of demonstrators setting up barbecue pits to grill and cook food.
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NEW YORK, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Habitas, the sustainable, experience-led hospitality brand with properties on three continents, has today added to its extensive accolades by being announced winner at the prestigious Hospitality Design Awards 2022. The brand's latest project, Habitas AlUla, was victorious in the highly competitive Lifestyle Hotel category of the Awards and was praised for its spectacular, sustainable-led design in the heart of AlUla's desert valley.
This award adds to Habitas' existing success, which most recently saw its newest Mexico property, Habitas Bacalar, win multiple Best New Hotel-led awards including being named in both Travel + Leisure's It List and Conde Nast Traveler's Hot List 2022. The brand's first Middle East property, Habitas AlUla, was further named winner of Best Hospitality Project in Architectural Digest's Middle East Design Awards 2021.
"I am immensely proud to see our community develop from an initial experiment in Tulum into what is now a multi award-winning brand that is recognized globally," said Oliver Ripley, Habitas co-founder & CEO. "Each of our sustainably built properties focuses on human connection and empowering local communities, connecting locals and travellers in new ways, and with many new destinations still to be unveiled, we are excited to continue our journey together."
Co-founded by entrepreneur Oliver Ripley along with his partners Kfir Levy and Eduardo Castillo in 2016, Habitas is a global hospitality group that draws conscious travelers seeking new experiences built around human connection, sustainability and local community empowerment. In 2021, the brand was named a winner of Travel + Leisure's Global Vision Awards.
The brand's impressive growth includes five additional properties due to open in 2022 and an additional 25 projects in the pipeline. Habitas launched its flagship home in Tulum in 2017 and continues to expand globally following recent launches of Habitas Bacalar, Habitas AlUla and the new sub-brand, Caravan by Habitas, with plans also underway for new locations in Morocco, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Bhutan.
About Habitas
Habitas is a global hospitality group created by a diverse community of people seeking human connection, authentic experiences and a better future together. Redefining the concept of traditional luxury in hotels, Habitas' mission is to change people's lives through creating deeper human connections and to make a lasting impact on local communities through education, employment and the creation of sustainable micro-economies. With Homes currently located in Mexico, Namibia and Saudi Arabia, Habitas is expanding globally across Latin America, Africa, the Middle East and Asia using its technology-driven approach and innovative vertically integrated model
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The world's oceans in 2021 grew to their warmest and most acidic levels on record, while melting ice sheets helped push sea levels to new heights, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Wednesday, prompting a call to action from United Nations chief António Guterres.
Oceans saw the most striking extremes as the WMO detailed a range of turmoil wrought by climate change in its annual State of the Global Climate report.
The WMO report follows on the latest UN climate assessment, which warned that humanity must drastically cut its greenhouse gas emissions or face increasingly catastrophic changes to the world's climate.
The levels of climate-warming carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere in 2021 surpassed previous records, the WMO said.
Guterres said that the war in Ukraine was a wake-up call for the world to ditch fossil fuels.
Speaking at the launch of the WMO report, he described the findings as "a dismal litany of humanity's failure to tackle climate disruption."
"The global energy system is broken and bringing us ever closer to climate catastrophe. Fossil fuels are a dead end — environmentally and economically," he will say, according to prepared remarks.
"The war in Ukraine and its immediate effects on energy prices is yet another wake-up call. The only sustainable future is a renewable one. We must end fossil fuel pollution and accelerate the renewable energy transition, before we incinerate our only home," he said, adding "time is running out."
Guterres also proposed a five-point plan to speed up the transition to renewables, including making renewable energy technologies, such as battery storage, "essential and freely-available" to the world, as well as shifting subsidies away from fossil fuels "to protect the poor and most vulnerable people and communities."
He also called for private and public investments in renewable energy to triple to at least $4 trillion dollars a year.
Globally, the average temperature last year was 1.11 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial average -- as the world inches closer to the 1.5C threshold beyond which the effects of warming are expected to become drastic.
Last year's temperatures were tempered slightly compared to 2020 because of the cooling effects of La Nina in the Pacific, though the year was still among the top seven hottest years on record.
"Our climate is changing before our eyes. The heat trapped by human-induced greenhouse gases will warm the planet for many generations to come," said WMO Secretary General Petteri Taalas in a statement.
"It is just a matter of time before we see another warmest year on record," Taalas said.
Oceans bear much of the brunt of the warming and emissions. The bodies of water absorb around 90% of the Earth's accumulated heat and 23% of the carbon dioxide emissions from human activity.
The ocean has warmed markedly faster in the last 20 years, hitting a new high in 2021, and is expected to become even warmer, the report said. That change would likely take centuries or millennia to reverse, it noted.
The ocean is also now its most acidic in at least 26,000 years as it absorbs and reacts with more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Sea level has risen 4.5 centimeters (1.8 inches) in the last decade, with the annual increase from 2013 to 2021 more than double what it was from 1993 to 2002.
The WMO also listed individual extreme heatwaves, wildfires, floods and other climate linked disasters around the world, noting reports of more than $100 billion in damages.
The continental United States saw its hottest-ever summer, with hundreds of heat-related deaths recorded. The Dixie fire burned 3,900 square kilometers (1,500 square miles), making it California's largest ever wildfire.
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Westwood Financial, a leading retail real estate investment firm, announced today the appointment of Ella Neyland to its Board of Directors. "We are very excited to welcome Ella to the Board of Directors. Her broad experience in the real estate sector will prove invaluable," said Mark Bratt, CEO. "She provides a different and needed perspective to our organization."
Ella Neyland is Chief Operating Officer at Independence Realty Trust (IRT), a publicly traded apartment REIT. A Senior executive and Board Member, Neyland has over twenty-five years of experience at large companies. She was Executive Vice President at UDR, a NYSE REIT, President and CFO of Steadfast Apartment REIT, and a founder of a medical device startup company. She is active in apartment and industry associations and was the first female chair of the IPA, which is the trade association for Non-Traded REITs. She is a proven leader with financial, real estate, legal and operational expertise and has public and private company background with strong communication and strategic planning skills.
Westwood Financial owns / manages and operates over 124 high-quality shopping centers located in top U.S. metropolitan markets including Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Denver, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, Orlando, Phoenix, and Raleigh. The centers are primarily anchored by top-tier grocers as well as leading service and experiential-based operators. Established in 1970, Westwood Financial is headquartered in Los Angeles, with regional offices in Atlanta, Dallas, and Phoenix. More information is available at www.westfin.com.
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NEWPORT, R.I., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pallas Capital Advisors, LLC ("Pallas Capital"), a leading independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, is pleased to announce the opening of its fifth office in Newport, Rhode Island.
The firm spent 2021 and the first half of 2022 opening three offices in the Northeast, expanding its headquarters in Braintree, MA, transitioning four advisor teams, and onboarding over $1 billion in assets. Since its launch in Braintree, MA, in July 2019, the firm has expanded into Portsmouth, NH, in January 2020, Park Ridge, NJ, in June 2021, Wakefield, MA in January 2022, and now its newest location in Newport, RI.
The Newport office will be led by Mr. Athol Cochrane, a veteran financial advisor who has been in the industry advising clients for over 30 years. Before joining Pallas Capital in 2021 as a Vice President of Wealth Management, Mr. Cochrane founded and ran the financial planning and asset management firm, Wealth Solutions, LLC. Mr. Adam Avila, previously an advisor at Prudential Securities, has also joined the firm as a Financial Advisor as of June 2022. Mr. Avila brings with him over a decade of experience.
"We continue to receive a tremendous number of inquiries from advisors who recognize that this is the way the industry is trending," Pallas Capital's CEO and Founding Partner, Richard Mullen, stated about the move to independence. "There's a lot of excitement centered around learning more about the resources and culture we've built here, and how it can enhance client relationships."
The decision to expand into historical, downtown Newport further reaffirms Pallas Capital's long-term growth initiative and commitment to providing innovative, independent wealth management solutions to clients and the advisors that serve them.
To learn more about Pallas Capital and the services the firm provides, please visit www.pallascapitaladvisors.com.
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LOS ANGELES, June 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ronnie C. Wright, former award-winning writer for the Bleacher Report, announced today a launch of a new sports podcast network, THE BOAT (Best Of All Time). The network will include a host of world-class sports-talk podcasts that will be co-produced by Wright and Amblacks Media (www.amblacks.com).
Wright who studied at Florida, Harvard & Stanford and, authored 28 books said, "Today is the right time to shine in the world of sports with relevant content. Podcasts takes the game to another level."
The BOAT Sports Podcast Network will "sail" September 1 with seven: podcasts: "The Ronnie C. Wright Podcast" – "NFL Intro," "The Lunch Bunch," "Platemate Club" "The Really," "Brand New Bag" and "7AJoe."(www.theboat.network ).
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The polio virus has been found in New York City sewage, but officials are stressing that the highest risk is for people who haven’t been vaccinated.
Polio was once one of the nation’s most feared diseases, with annual outbreaks causing thousands of cases of paralysis. Its elimination in the U.S., officially declared in 1979, is considered one of the nation’s greatest public health victories. Yet cases have cropped up occasionally since then, often among people who had traveled to other countries.
Recently, an unvaccinated young adult north of New York City contracted polio. On Friday, health officials in the nation’s largest city said they had found the virus in wastewater samples, suggesting it was spreading among the unvaccinated.
Here are some details on polio and the vaccine:
HOW DOES POLIO SPREAD?
Polio is considered very contagious and spreads mostly from person to person, through contaminated water and via fecal particles.
Health officials say the virus also can spread through droplets from an infected person’s cough or sneeze, though that is less common.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
Most infected people have no visible symptoms. About a quarter will endure a few days of flu-like symptoms, such as fever, sore throat, headache and nausea.
A small fraction of people, however, can get more serious illness. The virus can infect a person’s spinal cord, causing paralysis and possibly permanent disability and death.
AREN’T MOST AMERICANS VACCINATED AGAINST POLIO?
Yes.
U.S. children are still routinely vaccinated against polio and the shots are considered to be highly effective. Federal officials recommend four doses: to be given at 2 months of age; 4 months; at 6 to 18 months; and at age 4 through 6 years. Some states require only three doses.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s most recent data, about 93% of 2-year-olds had received at least three doses of polio vaccine.
IF I AM VACCINATED AGAINST POLIO, DO I NEED TO DO ANYTHING?
For most people, no.
Adults who were fully vaccinated as children have protective antibodies in their blood for decades, according to the CDC. In a nationwide study of adults aged 40-49 about a decade ago, around 90% had protective antibodies to the virus.
That said, health officials previously have recommended boosters in some cases, like for adults who are at increased risk of coming in contact with the polio virus because of their travel or work.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I AM UNVACCINATED?
Health officials recommend that unvaccinated people get the shots. In New York, clinics have been set up to make the vaccines available.
People who are unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated are at greatest risk of paralysis from polio. The person in Rockland County who was diagnosed with paralytic polio was unvaccinated.
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Abacus.AI has been recognized for its achievements and developments in artificial intelligence
SAN FRANCISCO, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Abacus.AI, the first end-to-end Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) platform, announced that it has been named to the 2022 CB Insights AI 100 List of Most Promising AI Startups, an annual list of the 100 most promising AI companies in the world.
Utilizing the CB Insights platform, the CB Insights team picked 100 private market vendors from a pool of over 7,000 companies, including applicants and nominees. Vendors were chosen based on factors including R&D activity, proprietary Mosaic Scores, market potential, business relationships, investor profiles, news sentiment analysis, competitive landscape, team strength, and tech novelty. They also reviewed thousands of analyst briefings submitted by applicants.
Abacus.AI has been specifically recognized within the ML platforms category, featuring companies that are developing tools to support AI development.
This recognition comes at an exciting time for Abacus.AI as they had been recognized the week prior in the Forbes AI 50, a list of the top 50 private companies in North America that are utilizing AI to transform the future.
Forbes' fourth annual 50 AI list, produced in partnership with Sequoia Capital, features the most compelling companies based on their utilization of AI technologies. Forbes assessed hundreds of submitted entries from the U.S. and Canada. From these submitted entries, their venture capital (VC) partners applied an algorithm that identified more than 120 companies with the highest quantitative scores. The top 50 companies were then hand-picked by a panel of expert AI judges.
"Over the course of the decade, there has been a significant paradigm shift in AI. Our interactions with AI have exponentially increased and companies have begun to see its efficiency in common enterprise use-cases. The challenge, of course, is looking for ways to seamlessly integrate AI within their products in a swift and cost-effective manner," said Bindu Reddy, Co-founder and CEO of Abacus.AI. "We still have a long way to go but I'm exceptionally proud of the progress of the Abacus.AI team in building a unified end to end platform that enables organizations to fully realize their AI, machine learning, and deep learning needs. It is a true honor and privilege to earn recognition from Forbes and CB Insights and stand alongside some of my industry peers."
Abacus.AI is the world's first autonomous cloud AI platform that handles all aspects of machine and deep learning at an enterprise scale. They provide customizable, end-to-end autonomous AI services that can be used to set up data pipelines, specify custom machine learning transformations, and train, deploy, and monitor models.
Abacus.AI specializes in several use-case specific workflows including churn prediction, personalization, forecasting, NLP, and anomaly detection. The company features a world-class research team that has invented several neural architecture search methods that can create custom neural networks from datasets based on a specific use-case. Abacus.AI has been adopted by world-class organizations, several of which are Fortune 500 companies.
CB Insights builds software that enables the world's best companies to discover, understand, and make technology decisions with confidence. By marrying data, expert insights, and work management tools, clients can manage their end-to-end technology decision-making process with CB Insights. To learn more, please visit www.cbinsights.com.
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Did you lose money on investments in Digital Turbine? If so, please visit Digital Turbine, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com to discuss your rights.
NEW YORK, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP, a nationally acclaimed investor rights law firm, reminds investors of the deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in a securities class action lawsuit that has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired the securities of Digital Turbine, Inc. ("Digital Turbine" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: APPS) between August 9, 2021 and May 17, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas and alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Digital Turbine is a software company that delivers products to assist third parties in monetizing through the utilization of mobile advertising. The Company completed the acquisitions of AdColony Holdings AS ("AdColony") and Fyber N.V. ("Fyber") on April 29 and May 25, 2021, respectively.
Plaintiff alleges that Defendants made materially false and misleading statements throughout the Class Period. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) the Company's recent acquisitions, AdColony and Fyber, act as agents in certain of their respective product lines; (2) as a result, revenues for those product lines must be reported net of license fees and revenue share, rather than on a gross basis; (3) the Company's internal control over financial reporting as to revenue recognition was deficient; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's net revenues were overstated throughout fiscal 2022.
On May 17, 2022, Digital Turbine issued a press release revealing that it will "restate its financial statements for the interim periods ended June 30, 2021, September 30, 2021, and December 31, 2021, following a review of the presentation of revenue net of license fees and revenue share for the Company's recently acquired businesses."
On this news, the Company's shares fell $1.93 to close at $25.28 per share on May 18, 2022.
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 5, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff. If you choose to take no action, you may remain an absent class member.
If you purchased APPS securities, and/or would like to discuss your legal rights and options please visit Digital Turbine, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com.
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The Lapis plan opens for tours at Seasons at Nester's Landing this weekend
ESSEX, Md., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Richmond American Homes of Maryland, Inc., a subsidiary of M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MDC), is pleased to announce the grand opening of a brand-new model home at Seasons at Nester's Landing, an idyllic neighborhood in the picturesque waterfront town of Essex.
The two-story Lapis model is fully furnished and features stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, oak stairs and an extended covered deck. The exciting new community also offers the two-story Coral, Citrine and Pearl plans, all part of the sought-after Seasons™ Collection, which is designed to put homeownership within reach for a variety of buyers.
Prospective homebuyers and area agents are encouraged to stop by Seasons at Nester's Landing between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, and Sunday, September 11, to explore the Lapis model and discover everything this brand-new community has to offer.
- New single-family homes from the low $500s
- Up to 5 bedrooms & approx. 3,300 sq. ft.
- Close proximity to notable shopping, dining and outdoor recreation, including Turkey Point Park, Middle River and the Baltimore Boating Center
- Easy access to I-695, I-95, downtown Baltimore and major employment hubs
- Pre-planned homesites available
Those who choose to build a new home from the ground up at this community will have the opportunity to work with professional design consultants to select colors, textures, finishes and fixtures for their new living spaces—a complimentary service!
Seasons at Nester's Landing is located at 1913 Turkey Point Road in Essex. Call 410.312.2829 or visit RichmondAmerican.com for more information or to schedule a private appointment.
Operating under the name Richmond American Homes, MDC's homebuilding subsidiaries have built more than 230,000 homes since 1977. Among the nation's largest homebuilders, MDC's subsidiary companies have operations in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Mortgage lending, plus insurance and title services are offered by the following MDC subsidiaries, respectively: HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation, American Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and American Home Title and Escrow Company. M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "MDC." For more information, visit MDCHoldings.com.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A father of four. A best friend with a positive personality. A vivacious partygoer. The six people who were killed in a mass shooting in California’s capital city are being remembered by their friends and family as police worked to piece together what happened.
Dozens of rapid-fire gunshots rang out early Sunday in the crowded streets of Sacramento, leaving three women and three men dead and another 12 people wounded. Two of the 12 people wounded are suspects connected to the bloodshed, police said.
Authorities have arrested the two brothers in connection but have not disclosed what their alleged roles were in the shooting. Police previously said they were looking for at least two shooters but as of Wednesday had not made clear if any suspects remained at large.
Smiley Martin, 27, was arrested while hospitalized with serious injuries from the gunfire, Sacramento police said Tuesday morning. When his condition improves enough for him to be jailed, he will be booked for possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and possession of a machine gun.
On Monday, authorities booked Dandrae Martin, 26, as a “related suspect” on charges of assault with a deadly weapon and being a convict carrying a loaded gun. He appeared in court briefly Tuesday and remains held in jail without bail.
Defense lawyer Linda Parisi said Tuesday that an effort to seek Dandrae Martin’s release on bail will depend on whether prosecutors bring stiffer charges.
Few details about the shooting investigation have been made public as police comb through evidence gathered from what Sacramento Police Chief Kathy Lester called a complex crime scene. Witnesses have submitted more than 170 videos and photos taken during and shortly after the shooting.
On Wednesday, small memorials with candles, balloons and flowers remained near the crime scene on the outskirts of the city’s main entertainment district that occurred as bars and nightclubs were closing.
The Sacramento County coroner released the identities of the six people killed. They were Johntaya Alexander, 21; Melinda Davis, 57; Yamile Martinez-Andrade, 21; Sergio Harris, 38; Joshua Hoye-Lucchesi, 32; and De’vazia Turner, 29.
DE’VAZIA TURNER
Turner had four young children, including a 3-year-old daughter named Penelope with sticky fingers. But his bright yellow Mercedes CLS was always clean.
Born and raised in Sacramento, Turner played football from a young age until a knee injury slowed him down. He worked as a manager for an inventory company, keeping a close eye on things his mother might like and letting her know when they would go on sale.
“He was a protector,” his mother, Penelope Scott, said. “Raising him as a single mom, you know, he took the role of being the man of the house. He took care of everything.”
He worked out with his dad, Frank Turner, five days a week. When they weren’t pumping iron, they were probably talking about cars. They both had old Buicks — Turner’s was a 1973 while his dad’s was a 1970 — and Turner had big plans for his. He had just ordered a new stereo and a steering wheel with a cherry wood finish.
Frank Turner said he plans to finish his son’s car, including painting it to include images of De’vazia’s face for his kids to see.
“I want them to see their daddy when they see that car,” Frank Turner said.
De’vazia Turner had visited his mother on Saturday, eating leftover pork chops and taking a shower before briefly falling asleep on her couch. When he woke up, he said he was going out — a rarity for him, because he works so much, Scott said.
Scott woke up at around 1 a.m. and couldn’t get back to sleep. She was looking at her phone when she got a call that her son had been killed.
“Your kids are supposed to bury you. You’re not supposed to do that,” she said. “I’m grateful that he has a legacy with his children. However, you know, he’s 29. He didn’t make it to 30.”
The last time Frank Turner saw his son was at the auto shop where they were working on their cars. After his son’s death, a friend called Frank Turner and told him the shop’s security cameras had picked up their conversation.
He watched the video — a father and son spending time together on something they loved — and he cried.
JOHNTAYA ALEXANDER
Alexander was just shy of turning 22 when she was killed, her father told the Los Angeles Times. Her birthday was at the end of the month.
She hoped to become a social worker who worked with children and was a doting aunt to her nieces and nephews, John Alexander told the newspaper.
His daughter’s name was a combination of his own and his older sister’s, he told the Times.
“She was just beginning her life,” he told the newspaper, sobbing. “Stop all this senseless shooting.”
MELINDA DAVIS
Davis was a “very sassy lady” who lived on the streets of Sacramento near the shooting site, The Sacramento Bee reported.
Shawn Peter, a guide with the Downtown Sacramento Partnership who had known Davis for 15 years, told the newspaper that she had been homeless and lived in the area on and off for a decade.
Officials had helped her find housing before the pandemic began but she had returned to the downtown business district in recent months, Peter said. A small bouquet of purple roses with a note saying “Melinda Rest In Peace” was left on the street in her memory.
“Melinda was a very eccentric individual, a very sassy lady,” he told the newspaper. “This was her world, 24/7.”
Davis was a periodic guest at Maryhouse, a daytime center for women and children experiencing homelessness, from 2016 to 2018, director Shannon Stevens said in an email to The Associated Press. Stevens recalled her as kind but someone who did not do well in crowds. She was seeking housing services at the time.
“This was a space she came to find respite from the trauma of living on the streets of our city,” Sacramento Loaves & Fishes, which runs the Maryhouse program, said in a statement.
A memorial for Davis near the shooting site featured a card with messages, including one that said, “Melinda, we’re sorry Sacramento failed you. You deserved better.”
SERGIO HARRIS
Described by family members as the life of the party, Harris was a frequent presence at the London nightclub, which is near the shooting scene.
“My son was a very vivacious young man,” his mother, Pamela Harris, told KCRA-TV. “Fun to be around, liked to party, smiling all the time. Don’t bother people. For this to happen is crazy. I’m just to the point right now, I don’t know what to do. I don’t even feel like this is real. I feel like this is a dream.”
His family members congregated at the crime scene Sunday after they hadn’t heard from him for hours. Later that day, Harris was the first victim publicly identified by the coroner.
“This is a sad and terrible act of violence that took the lives of many,” his wife, Leticia Harris, told KCRA-TV. “I want answers so I can have closure for my children.”
YAMILE MARTINEZ-ANDRADE
Martinez-Andrade was killed in front of her best friend, according to KXTV-TV.
She was described as someone who “brought light to the room,” the station reported, and had a positive outlook.
“There was never a dull moment with her. She has a beautiful heart and a beautiful mind. Everyone misses her so much,” her best friend, who was not named, told KXTV-TV.
JOSHUA HOYE-LUCCHESI
Hoye-Lucchesi was born and raised in Sacramento and his survivors include his mother, his girlfriend and six young children,KCRA 3 reported.
“I never wanted kids, and if I said if I was to have a kid, I just wanted a boy. And I was blessed with a boy,” Sherilyn Hoye told the TV station.
Hoye-Lucchesi’s girlfriend called Hoye at 2:45 a.m. to tell her the tragic news. She later saw painful images on social media.
“It was a post of my son on the ground dead. It was sent to me through Instagram. My son was lying on the ground dead,” Hoye told KCRA.
A memorial with white and blue balloons, candles and two empty bottles of Hennessy was left a block from the shooting in honor of Hoye-Lucchesi. On the ground, someone wrote “Josh” in what appeared to be blue paint.
“I love and miss you. Foreva n my heart!” someone wrote in black marker on a white balloon shaped like a star. “Things will never be the same,” read another balloon.
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Dazio reported from Los Angeles. Associated Press Writer Kathleen Ronayne in Sacramento contributed to this report. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-u-s-headlines/the-6-lives-lost-in-the-sacramento-mass-shooting-2/ | 2022-04-06T18:51:56Z |
Protesters heading to trial after 2020 Gainesville march against confederate statue
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - Justin Thompson, Torrey Henderson, and Amara Ridge all helped put together multiple protests over the summer of 2020 to remove a Gainesville confederate statue.
Now, the three could face up to six months in jail and a $2,000 fine for the march of August 30.
“After the protest, they all said we did a wonderful job,” said Thompson. “They would see us the next week for our next protest and thanked us for being so peaceful.”
“I was completely surprised because they had told us the protest went really well,” said Henderson.
Gainesville Police charged them with obstruction of a highway or a passageway.
Organizers said they only left the sidewalk once- to walk around a puddle.
“Which forced us out into the street, and so we continued the march in the street to the courthouse, which was only about two blocks and there were no really cars behind us,” said Thompson.
Protesters said the outcome of Tuesday’s trial is about more than obstructing a highway.
“Channeling free speech is not acceptable, especially in a rural community,” said Henderson. “It’s really important for populations and vulnerable populations to be able to speak up when they don’t feel like something is right in their community.”
PRO Gainesville said it expects the trial to last only 1 or 2 days.
Gainesville police asked not to comment until the trial is over.
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VISTA, Calif., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Since breaking into the alternative THC industry, Serene Tree has established itself as a leader in CBD and Delta-THC based products. Their reputation for quality and full spectrum purity has made them an industry innovator since day one. By continuing to lead the way with its enamoring artistry, Serene Tree has leveled consumer expectations by having the most potent Delta-9 infusions on the market. As well as now offering the first Delta-THC based subscription box for consumers to try and tailor specifically to their needs.
Delta-9 is one of the newer cannabinoids to hit the scene, gaining popularity with its psychotropic effects and physically relieving qualities. Streamlining behind its partnering cannabinoids, Delta-8, and CBD within legal states.
The most significant difference between Delta-9 compared to its predecessors is its psychotropic effects on consumers while still landing within the legal gray area of acceptability. Delta-9 THC is a cannabinoid found within the cannabis plant and is somewhat cost-effective to extract and simple within its processes. Though it is commonly derived from marijuana plants, today's bioengineering advancements have given consumers choices with both hemp and cannabis-based Delta-9.
Hemp-based is just like regular Delta-9 from the cannabis plant; however, hemp contains less than 0.3% of it at its dried weight. This percentage is significant because though it's an identical chemical to the Delta-9 that comes from cannabis, hemp-based also produces that high feeling recreational cannabis users seek. While also being protected under the 2018 Farm Bill, making it legal for manufacturing, sale, and consumption.
The fact is that Delta-9 is taking the cannabis industry by storm and has been in development for quite a while by a handful of alternative-based manufacturers. With only a few contenders succeeding in its balance between quality, options, and cost.
Serene Tree is one of the few to have perfected the process, becoming the most reviewed and trend-setting brand on the web. Rolling out with fresh infusions at every turn, the most recent being a Delta-9 subscription box. This subscription box will be backed by Serene Tree's admirable quality, offering consumers various products such as tinctures, vapables, smokables, and edibles to fit every need.
Serene Tree Delta-9 subscription boxes are available for purchase on their site. Becoming the first manufacturer and developer of this hemp-derived box, this company continues to grow as an industry leader in emerging cannabis and hemp-based innovation. To learn more about Serenetree, the Delta-9 subscription box, and other products they offer, click here: https://serenetree.com
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – Lawmakers are taking an investigation into dangerous military housing conditions to the next level. The bipartisan push comes amid serious allegations of abuse.
An investigation led by Sen. Jon Ossoff and Sen. Ron Johnson found several issues in military homes run by Balfour Beatty.
“Cockroaches, mold, mildew, ceilings falling in – it’s completely unacceptable,” Ossoff, D-Ga., said.
Now the Army is also looking into the alleged abuses.
“And I’m leading additional bipartisan action to ensure that there’s impact and change as a result of what we found,” Ossoff said.
Those additional actions include asking the Secretary of Defense to get involved.
“The men and women that serve this country, the finest among us. Are they being properly housed? What is the truth of the situation? It really is up to the inspector general, the defense department,” Johnson, R-Wis., said.
The company Balfour Beatty plead guilty to defrauding the government by falsifying repair records.
Military housing advocates say the problem goes much deeper.
Rachel Christian is the chief legislative officer with Armed Forces Housing Advocates. The organization has worked with thousands of families in bad living conditions.
“There are 13 other privatized housing companies that are running military housing that are doing the same exact thing that Balfour Beatty is doing,” Christian said.
She wants to see more government oversight for privatized military housing.
“Because military families are not living in safe or habitable homes. And I don’t think that is a huge ask of the government to ensure is occurring,” Christian said.
Senators Johnson and Ossoff say this isn’t a problem with a quick fix, but they are committed to finding a solution.
“Let’s get to the heart of the problem. Let’s determine what the truth is and let’s take effective action,” Johnson said.
“Our service members and their families sacrifice so much to defend our country and they should not have to sacrifice a safe and clean home,” Ossoff added. | https://cw33.com/news/washington-dc-bureau/investigation-into-dangerous-military-housing-conditions-being-pushed-to-next-level/ | 2022-05-27T23:36:08Z |
DALLAS, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vertical Capital Income Fund (NYSE: VCIF) today announced that the Fund's Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held on September 28, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., Eastern Time, at 41 South High Street, 17th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215.
Shareholders of record of the Fund as of the close of business on August 31, 2022 are entitled to notice of, and to vote at, the Annual Meeting of Shareholders and at any adjournment thereof. The notice of the Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be mailed to shareholders on or about September 12, 2022. At the Annual Meeting of Shareholders, shareholders of the Fund will be asked to re-elect one of the Trustees of the Fund and transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting.
Shares of closed-end funds often trade at a discount from their net asset value. The market price of Fund shares may vary from net asset value based on factors affecting the supply and demand for shares, such as Fund distribution rates relative to similar investments, investors' expectations for future distribution changes, the clarity of the Fund's investment strategy and future return expectations, and investors' confidence in the underlying markets in which the Fund invests. Fund shares are subject to investment risk, including possible loss of principal invested. No Fund is a complete investment program and you may lose money investing in a Fund. An investment in a Fund may not be appropriate for all investors. Before investing, prospective investors should consider carefully the Fund's investment objective, risks, charges and expenses. For further details, please visit Vertical Capital Income Fund's website at vcif.us.
Vertical Capital Income Fund (VCIF) is an NYSE-listed closed-end fund that seeks monthly income by investing primarily in performing non-agency residential whole loans secured by real estate. As a secondary strategy the Fund aims to provide total return by acquiring performing residential loans at a discount to the unpaid principal balance (UPB). VCIF realizes capital gains as loans are paid off before maturity. For more information visit vcif.us and connect with the Fund on Twitter.
Oakline Advisors, LLC is the adviser to Vertical Capital Income Fund. Founded in 2013, Oakline Advisors, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser that specializes in the residential whole loan market. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dallas, TX-based Behringer. Since its inception in 1989, Behringer, together with its affiliates, has raised equity of more than $6 billion in assets through public and private fund structures. For more information about Oakline and Behringer please visit their respective websites at oaklineadvisors.com and behringerinvestments.com.
Fund shares are identified by CUSIP 92535C104
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IRVINE, Calif., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic Avionics) today announced several new executive appointments following the successful launch of its new in-flight entertainment (IFE) seat-end solution, Astrova. The company's announcement comes amid a broad recovery for the airline industry and sustained increases in passenger traffic.
Ken Sain, Chief Executive Officer of Panasonic Avionics, said, "Panasonic is entering this period of renewed industry demand from a position of innovation and strength. Our new Astrova product has been enthusiastically received by our customers and is but one example of how we have transformed our business to better develop our products and serve our customers. I am confident that the leadership changes that we are announcing today will build on this momentum."
The Company announced that Satyen Yadav will join Panasonic Avionics as Chief Technology Officer on August 8, 2022. Yadav will be responsible for leading all aspects of the company's software and systems engineering teams, cloud, hardware, and IT/security. He will serve as a key member of Panasonic Avionics' executive team and be directly responsible for an organization of over 800 employees spread across Panasonic's Irvine, California headquarters, as well as the Bay Area office and other global locations. Yadav joins Panasonic Avionics from Compute North, a leader in sustainable data centers. Prior to that role, he served as Global Chief Technology Officer for Boeing Digital Solutions and Analytics business. He succeeds Joe Bentley, who has held the position since July, 2020 and is leaving the company at the end of the month.
John Wade will join the company as Vice President, Connectivity Solutions on August 1, 2022. Wade will be responsible for the overall strategy, performance, and day-to-day operations of the Connectivity business unit. He will oversee a team of network capacity engineers and satellite experts, while working very closely with sales, engineering, and product management to drive revenue and support airlines worldwide. Wade is an industry-recognized expert who most recently served as the President of Commercial Aviation at Intelsat, which acquired GoGo's Business Aviation business in 2020.
Panasonic Avionics also announced that Tom Eskola will take on a new role as Vice President, Panasonic Technical Services. Eskola brings to this position a deep knowledge of Panasonic and commitment to its customers. He joined the company more than ten years ago and most recently served as Vice President and General Manager of the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region (EMEA). Eskola will continue his EMEA responsibilities until the company names his replacement.
Eskola succeeds Sean Gavin. Gavin had a successful 14-year career with Panasonic and will be leaving the company in mid-August.
Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the world's leading supplier of in-flight entertainment and communication systems. The company pioneered the industry beginning in 1979 and has consistently introduced innovations that enable unique customer experiences and enhance airline loyalty (NPS), ancillary revenue, and operational efficiency.
Leading airlines across the world have chosen to install Panasonic Avionics IFE systems on more than 15,000 commercial aircraft and satellite Wi-Fi connectivity on over 3,400 aircraft. Panasonic Avionics' proven systems power approximately 70% of the global IFE-equipped fleet and is supported by the largest, global support and services team utilizing OEM insights to ensure peak system performance.
Panasonic Avionics Corporation is headquartered in California with over 3,500 employees and operates in 50 locations around the globe.
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BERWYN, Pa., April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Triumph Group [NYSE:TGI] announced that it was awarded a multi-year contract from Raytheon Intelligence & Space, a Raytheon Technologies business, to deliver air inlet and exhaust electro-mechanical door actuators and an advanced electronic control system for the Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band (NGJ-MB) pod. The contract covers production demand for LRIP lots I and II as well as non-recurring engineering for product and producibility enhancement. The work will be performed at Triumph's Actuation Products & Services facility located in Redmond, Washington.
The Next Generation Jammer is the Navy's advanced electronic attack system that offensively denies, disrupts, and degrades enemy technology, including air-defense systems and communications. NGJ-MB uses the latest digital, software-based and Active Electronically Scanned Array technologies. This allows operators to non-kinetically attack significantly more targets and at greater distances.
"Knowing that we play a key part in the success of the Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band program is exciting and aligns with our mission to partner with our customers to solve their hardest challenges with industry-leading technologies and innovation," said Mike Boland, President of Triumph Actuation Products & Services. "Our experience in designing and manufacturing actuators and controls will enhance the performance, reliability and affordability of the Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band."
Triumph Actuation Products & Services is a leader in design, development, manufacture and support of complex electro-hydraulic and mechanical systems and equipment for the aerospace and defense industry. Products include actuators, pumps, motors, reservoirs, control valves and a wide range of mechanical controls for commercial and military aircraft. Our Actuation Products & Services business services customers around the world with ten manufacturing sites across North America and Europe.
Triumph Group, Inc., headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, and overhauls a broad portfolio of aerospace and defense systems, components, and structures. The company serves the global aviation industry, including original equipment manufacturers and the full spectrum of military and commercial aircraft operators.
More information about Triumph can be found on the company's website at www.triumphgroup.com.
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ST. PAUL, Minn., April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fagron Inc. ("Fagron") is voluntarily recalling two lots of SyrSpend SF Cherry to the hospital, pharmacy, and distributor level out of an abundance of caution. The affected lots are potentially contaminated with Burkholderia gladioli.
Burkholderia gladioli is an opportunistic pathogen most commonly affecting patients with respiratory disease. Patients with compromised immune systems such as those with Cystic Fibrosis are at higher risk. Burkholderia gladioli also can cause complications after transplants. Exposure to contaminated product could lead to adverse events, which could be severe for at-risk individuals. Fagron has received three complaints regarding an undesirable smell associated with the product. To date, Fagron has not received any reports of adverse events related to the product being recalled.
Fagron sells this product for the extemporaneous compounding of prescriptions for oral dosing. The affected lots with expiration dates are listed below.
Fagron has already notified its distributors and customers by phone, e-mail, and/or letter and is arranging for return of all recalled products. Hospitals, pharmacies, and distributors that possess affected product should quarantine this material and await further instructions from Fagron or Fagron's recall coordinator. Please immediately discontinue use or distribution of the recalled product. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this product.
Fagron has contracted with Sedgwick to facilitate this recall. Consumers with questions regarding this recall may contact Fagron Customer Service at 1-800-423-6967 from 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Central Daylight Time, Monday through Friday, or by email at customer.service@fagron.us. Questions specific to the return of product should be directed to Sedgwick at 1-877-650-8362 or by email at fagron4043@sedgwick.com.
Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.
- Complete and submit the report Online: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
- Regular mail or fax: Download form http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm or call 1- 800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre- addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Company Contact: Jim Bergan 651-313-6536
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Those with 2 years of college can now have the second half paid for while earning full-time pay and growing professionally in the Zurich Apprenticeship Program.
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zurich North America has posted open positions for its new Bachelor's Degree Apprenticeship, an addition to the trailblazing Associate Degree Apprenticeships that the insurance provider began offering in the U.S. in 2016. The expansion comes just weeks after the U.S. Department of Labor selected Zurich as a national Apprenticeship Ambassador.
The new Bachelor's Degree Apprenticeship is designed for individuals who have completed two years of college coursework or an associate degree. The program enables them to complete a bachelor's degree while starting a career with Zurich, which has been named to lists including Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies and Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity. Zurich pays for the apprentices' remaining two years of college coursework, completed online through the University of Arizona Global Campus. Apprentices have eight hours a week reserved for academics and work 32 hours a week at Zurich, earning full-time pay and benefits while building in-demand skills.
Al Crook, Head of HR Business Partners and Apprenticeship at Zurich, attended a White House event for a contingent of Apprenticeship Ambassadors earlier this month, where First Lady Jill Biden spoke of the value of apprenticeship.
"The excitement around apprenticeship is palpable," Crook said. "It's evident that more organizations, parents and job seekers are recognizing apprenticeship as a great way to fast-track a career and build a diverse, future-ready workforce. It's why we're introducing our Bachelor's Degree Apprenticeship."
"The impetus for this latest expansion is our desire to build on a proven successful program," said Zurich North America CEO Kristof Terryn. "It has been a win-win for our apprentice alumni and our business."
Zurich Bachelor's Degree Apprenticeships are available in a range of business areas and functions, such as Finance, Accounting and Reporting; Strategy, Innovation and Business Development; Information Security; Claims and more. Apprentices have on-the-job coaches, access to mentors and the opportunity to develop professionally by doing and observing.
Hiring for the Bachelor's Degree positions will continue through November, with the first class starting their studies and work at Zurich in January. The program lasts two years. At the finish line, apprentices not only earn a degree but also a promotion into their next role at Zurich and a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprentice certificate. To learn more about the Bachelor's Degree Apprenticeship as well as the Associate Degree Apprenticeships, please visit zurichna.com/apprentices.
Zurich North America is one of the largest providers of insurance solutions and services to businesses and individuals. Our customers represent industries ranging from agriculture to technology. Zurich North America is part of Zurich Insurance Group, a leading multi-line insurer serving people and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories. Founded 150 years ago, Zurich is transforming insurance. In addition to providing insurance protection, Zurich is increasingly offering prevention services such as those that promote wellbeing and enhance climate resilience.
Reflecting its purpose to "create a brighter future together", Zurich aspires to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. It is targeting net-zero emissions by 2050 and has the highest-possible ESG rating from MSCI. In 2020, Zurich launched the Zurich Forest project to support reforestation and biodiversity restoration in Brazil.
The Group has about 56,000 employees and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ZURN), is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and has a level I American Depositary Receipt (ZURVY) program, which is traded over-the-counter on OTCQX. Further information is available at www.zurich.com.
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Arqit Quantum Inc. f/k/a Centricus Acquisition Corp..
Shareholders who purchased shares of ARQQ during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of: (i) all persons or entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Arqit securities between September 7, 2021 and April 18, 2022, inclusive; and/or (ii) all holders of Centricus securities as of the record date for the special meeting of shareholders held on August 31, 2021 to consider approval of the merger between Arqit and Centricus (the "Merger") and entitled to vote on the Merger.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Arqit's proposed encryption technology would require widespread adoption of new protocols and standards for telecommunications; (2) British cybersecurity officials questioned the viability of Arqit's proposed encryption technology in a meeting in 2020; (3) the British government was not an Arqit customer but, rather, providing grants to Arqit; (4) Arqit had little more than an early-stage prototype of its encryption system at the time of the Merger; and (5) as a result, Defendants' statements about its business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: July 5, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/arqit-quantum-inc-f-k-a-centricus-acquisition-corp-loss-submission-form/?id=28868&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of ARQQ during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is July 5, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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Inbound Marketing Agency's Award-Winning Client Work, Remote Work Model Support Consistent Revenue Growth
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartBug Media®— a leading Intelligent Inbound® marketing agency that assists B2B businesses, B2C organizations and D2C e-commerce businesses in growing revenue by generating leads, scaling revenue operations and building market awareness through inbound marketing, digital strategy, design, marketing automation, revenue operations, public relations, paid media and web development — today announced that it has been named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America for the sixth year in a row. That record of sustained growth over more than half a decade speaks to a company culture that emphasizes outstanding client work while encouraging its employees to thrive.
"It is an honor to be recognized by Inc. for the sixth year in a row," SmartBug CEO Jen Spencer said. "Our consistent growth year over year is a testament to the value that we bring to our clients by helping them to grow revenue through lead generation, increasing brand awareness and building customer loyalty with technology-enabled Intelligent Inbound® marketing strategies."
From its inception in 2008, SmartBug's innovative, 100% remote model was ahead of the curve and has allowed the company to hire highly specialized and experienced marketing talent from across the nation and around the world. Employee growth and development are also top priorities supported by role-based onboarding, an internal mentorship program, clear internal career paths and regular professional development opportunities.
In addition, SmartBug's core values reflect a commitment to fostering an innovative work environment while allowing for the flexibility to spend time with family and make lasting memories. This philosophy has resulted in an impressive list of accolades over the years, including 31 Comparably Awards ranging from Best Company Culture and Best Company Outlook to Best Company Leadership and Best CEOs for Women, in addition to being named HubSpot's 2021 North American Partner of the Year.
The Inc. 5000 list represents a unique look at growth among U.S.-based private companies. According to the publication, the organizations on the list contributed significantly to the economy. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144%. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in light of recent economic roadblocks cannot be overstated," Scott Omelianuk, editor in chief of Inc., said. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work and rising to the challenges of today."
This annual ranking, recognizing companies with the most proven track records, placed SmartBug at No. 2,750 in the nation. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region and other criteria, can be found at https://www.inc.com/inc5000.
SmartBug Media® is a globally recognized Intelligent Inbound® marketing agency assisting B2B businesses, B2C organizations and D2C e-commerce businesses in growing revenue by generating leads, scaling revenue operations and building market awareness through inbound marketing, digital strategy, design, marketing automation, revenue operations, public relations, paid media and web development.
As HubSpot's 2021 North American Partner of the Year, SmartBug® is one of its top-performing, elite global solutions partners as well as an Elite Master partner of Klaviyo.
Founded in 2008 as one of the few fully remote agencies, SmartBug is an innovator and trusted authority on creating life-work harmony for its 180-plus employees spread across 35 states and five countries. The company that implemented quarterly Certification Days to foster continuous learning and career development has won two Great Place to Work® and 31 Comparably awards. It has also been named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies list for six consecutive years and the Adweek Fastest Growing Agencies list three years in a row. With hundreds of awards for client work — and a team holding a combined 1,000-plus marketing certifications — SmartBug is fully dedicated to delivering client success and an unparalleled agency experience. Its services include inbound marketing, digital strategy, design, marketing automation, revenue operations, public relations, paid media and web development. For more information about SmartBug Media, visit smartbugmedia.com.
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DALLAS, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that Wendi Campbell Rogaliner, a partner in the firm's Dallas office, has been elected a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation (ABF).
The ABF Fellows comprise a global honorary society of attorneys, judges, law faculty and legal scholars whose public and private careers have demonstrated dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession and to the welfare of the communities. Membership in the Fellows is limited to 1% of lawyers licensed to practice in each jurisdiction.
"Wendi is a tremendous practitioner and leader at the firm, and we are confident that the American Bar Foundation will benefit from her contributions. We congratulate her on this well-deserved honor," said Bradley Chairman of the Board and Managing Partner Jonathan M. Skeeters.
A member of the firm's Healthcare Practice Group, Ms. Rogaliner has extensive experience handling regulatory compliance matters, including service as legal IRO for entities under a corporate integrity agreement with the Office of Inspector General, and regularly advises her institutional clients with their daily operations and transactions within the heavily regulated healthcare industry.
Ms. Rogaliner is a leader in legal industry and healthcare organizations. She is an active member of the American Health Law Association and recently completed five years of service on the Journal of Health and Life Sciences Law editorial board. Ms. Rogaliner also participates in the Health Law Section of the American, Dallas and Oklahoma Bar associations. She is listed in The Best Lawyers in America® for Health Care Law and has been recognized among the "Best Lawyers in Dallas" by D Magazine.
Founded in 1952, the ABF is an independent, nonprofit organization which seeks to advance the understanding and improvement of law through research projects of unmatched scale and quality on the most pressing issues facing the U.S. and global legal systems. The ABF Fellows provide support through annual contributions and sponsorship of seminars and events of direct relevance to the legal profession. Fellows are recommended by their peers for membership and elected by the Board of the American Bar Foundation.
About Bradley
Bradley combines skilled legal counsel with exceptional client service and unwavering integrity to assist a diverse range of corporate and individual clients in achieving their business goals. With offices in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and the District of Columbia, the firm's almost 600 lawyers represent regional, national and international clients in various industries, including banking and financial services, construction, energy, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, real estate, and technology, among many others.
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Heading into the Labor Day holiday weekend, the U.S. Department of Transportation launched a new website aimed at helping airline travelers navigate potential delays or cancellations.
The Airline Customer Service Dashboard was created in reaction to a year filled with airline travel headaches.
“It is a great day for the traveling public,” Carlos Monje, the under secretary of transportation for policy, said Thursday.
The dashboard is meant to make clear which major airlines offer things like no-cost rebooking, complimentary food, hotels or ground transportation in the event of disrupted plans.
“Secretary Pete Buttigieg from the U.S. Department of Transportation asked the airlines to up their game when it comes to their customer service plans and most of them did,” Monje said. “Now, after this dashboard, eight of the 10 biggest airlines are offering hotels and nine are offering meals.”
The dashboard focuses on what the department calls “controllable” problems, like those caused by mechanical problems, shortages or problems with fueling or baggage handling. It does not cover weather delays.
The effort is the latest in a string of actions the Department of Transportation is taking to address flight disruptions. Monje said the DOT is investigating 20 airlines for customers service violations and proposing new rules guaranteeing passengers more rights.
“The airlines have a huge incentive to get this right,” Monje said. | https://cw33.com/news/washington-dc-bureau/dot-launches-airline-customer-service-dashboard/ | 2022-09-01T21:46:53Z |
Synopsys Digital and Custom Design Flows Certified for TSMC N3E and N4P Processes and Broad Synopsys IP Portfolio Available Now
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Helping customers optimize performance, power and area (PPA) for next-generation system-on-chips (SoCs) used in demanding mobile and high-performance computing applications, Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) today announced that TSMC has certified the Synopsys digital and custom design flows for its industry-leading N3E and N4P process technologies. In addition, Synopsys' leading Foundation IP and Interface IP are available now on the TSMC N3E and N4P processes to accelerate SoC development and minimize design risk. Adopted by leading customers, the digital and custom design flows and IP are based on the latest versions of TSMC's design rule manual (DRM) and process design kits (PDKs).
"TSMC and Synopsys have successfully collaborated for decades, with the shared goal of helping our mutual customers meet the aggressive PPA demands of increasingly complex SoCs," said Suk Lee, vice president of the Design Infrastructure Management Division at TSMC. "By enabling Synopsys' design solutions on TSMC's high-performing and power-efficient N3E and N4P processes, customers can produce innovative, advanced chips for a variety of demanding, compute-intensive applications."
Learn more about Synopsys digital and custom flows, as well as Synopsys Foundation IP and Synopsys Interface IP.
The integrated Synopsys Custom Design Family features new innovations in synthesis, place-and-route, physical verification and timing signoff, which enables the best possible PPA results and faster design closure. On the custom side, Synopsys Custom Compiler™ design and layout product, part of the Synopsys Custom Design Family and successfully validated by the Synopsys IP team, features enhancements that strengthen productivity for designers using TSMC's N3E process. In addition, the Synopsys PrimeSim™ circuit simulation technology delivers required accuracy for advanced-node designs, providing signoff coverage for circuit simulation and reliability requirements.
"Our deep history of collaboration with TSMC through every process generation has enabled Synopsys to co-optimize our digital and custom design families and IP portfolio to provide compelling PPA advantages for our mutual customers," said Sanjay Bali, vice president of marketing and strategy for the Silicon Realization Group at Synopsys. "We are seeing first-hand how companies are achieving successful designs and delivering the next level of innovation with Synopsys EDA flows and IP on TSMC's advanced N3E and N4P processes."
About Synopsys
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) is the Silicon to Software™ partner for innovative companies developing the electronic products and software applications we rely on every day. As an S&P 500 company, Synopsys has a long history of being a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP and offers the industry's broadest portfolio of application security testing tools and services. Whether you're a system-on-chip (SoC) designer creating advanced semiconductors, or a software developer writing more secure, high-quality code, Synopsys has the solutions needed to deliver innovative products. Learn more at https://www.synopsys.com.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE: FNF), a leading provider of title insurance and transaction services to the real estate and mortgage industries and a leading provider of insurance solutions serving retail annuity and life customers and institutional clients through FNF's wholly-owned subsidiary, F&G, announced today that Mike Nolan, Chief Executive Officer, Tony Park, Chief Financial Officer, and Chris Blunt, President and Chief Executive Officer of F&G, will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
Interested investors and other parties can access a live webcast of the presentation by visiting FNF's Investor Relations website at https://www.investor.fnf.com/. An online replay will be available on the same website following the presentation. Management will also be available for one-on-one and small group meetings with investors.
About Fidelity National Financial, Inc.
Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE: FNF) is a leading provider of title insurance and transaction services to the real estate and mortgage industries. FNF is the nation's largest title insurance company through its title insurance underwriters - Fidelity National Title, Chicago Title, Commonwealth Land Title, Alamo Title and National Title of New York - that collectively issue more title insurance policies than any other title company in the United States. More information about FNF can be found at fnf.com.
About F&G
F&G is part of the FNF family of companies. F&G is committed to helping Americans turn their aspirations into reality. F&G is a leading provider of insurance solutions serving retail annuity and life customers and institutional clients and is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. For more information, please visit fglife.com.
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HOUSTON, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- McDermott International has been awarded a Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) contract by QatarEnergy for the North Field South (NFS) Offshore Pipelines and Power/FO cables Project. The new contract is in addition to the awards received by McDermott this year for the NFS Jackets and Topsides and Pipelines for the North Field Expansion Project (NFXP).
The NFS infrastructure is part of the NFXP development and is designed to supply feed gas for two additional LNG trains and help increase total LNG production in the State of Qatar from the current 77 million tons per annum (MTPA) to 126 MTPA.
"McDermott is one of the most experienced engineering and construction firms serving the LNG market and has delivered more than 30 LNG Pre-FEED and FEED projects over the past ten years," said Tareq Kawash, McDermott's Senior Vice President, Offshore Middle East. "We look forward to continuing to work closely with QatarEnergy to contribute to the development of this strategic offshore development."
"McDermott has decades of experience delivering projects in Qatar, a historically strategic market, and is significantly increasing localization efforts with the Tawteen In-Country Value (ICV) program," said Neil Gunnion, McDermott Qatar Country Manager and Vice President Operations. "McDermott is uniquely positioned to combine its EPC expertise with FEED and ensure that our design is practical, safe, and commercially viable."
The scope of the contract comprises developing FEED studies for offshore and onshore pipelines, cables, and associated facilities. The project will be managed from the McDermott Doha office with support from Chennai.
McDermott is a premier, fully-integrated provider of engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry. Our customers trust our technology-driven approach engineered to responsibly harness and transform global energy resources into the products the world needs. From concept to commissioning, McDermott's innovative expertise and capabilities advance the next generation of global energy infrastructure—empowering a brighter, more sustainable future for us all. Operating in over 54 countries, McDermott's locally-focused and globally-integrated resources include more than 30,000 employees, a diversified fleet of specialty marine construction vessels and fabrication facilities around the world. To learn more, visit www.mcdermott.com.
McDermott cautions that statements in this communication which are forward-looking, and provide other than historical information, involve risks, contingencies and uncertainties that may impact McDermott's actual results of operations. These forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements about the expected scope and execution of the project discussed in this press release. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in those forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that those expectations will prove to have been correct. Those statements are made by using various underlying assumptions and are subject to numerous risks, contingencies and uncertainties, including, among others: adverse changes in the markets in which we operate or credit or capital markets; our inability to successfully execute on contracts in backlog; changes in project design or schedules; the availability of qualified personnel; changes in the terms, scope or timing of contracts, contract cancellations, change orders and other modifications and actions by our customers and other business counterparties; changes in industry norms; actions by lenders and other creditors of McDermott and adverse outcomes in legal or other dispute resolution proceedings. If one or more of these risks materialize, or if underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those expected. This communication reflects management's views as of the date hereof. Except to the extent required by applicable law, McDermott undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement.
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LONG BEACH, Calif., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center has received the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines® - Heart Failure Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award, as well as the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. Along with these awards, MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center received recognition under the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll. The awards recognize Long Beach Medical Center's commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart failure and stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions to the hospital.
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center earned the awards by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure and stroke patients, ensuring they receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines founded in the latest scientific evidence. These measures include evaluation of the proper use of medications and aggressive risk-reduction therapies. Before discharge, patients also receive education on managing their overall health, get a follow-up visit scheduled, as well as other care transition interventions.
"MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center is committed to improving the quality of care for our heart failure and stroke patients by adhering to the latest treatment guidelines and streamlining processes to ensure timely and proper care for heart failure and strokes," says Ike Mmeje, chief operating officer, Long Beach Medical Center. "Implementing the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get with the Guidelines initiatives programs make it easier for our teams to put proven knowledge and guidelines to work on a daily basis."
Long Beach Medical Center also is recognized on the association's Target: Heart FailureSM Honor Roll, Target: StrokeSM Elite Plus, and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll. To qualify for these recognitions, Long Beach Medical Center must meet additional quality measures.
"We are pleased to have been nationally recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association," says Joe Kim, chief medical officer, Long Beach Medical Center. "Research has shown that hospitals adhering to these clinical measures through the Get With The Guidelines quality improvement initiative have seen fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates."
The MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute at Long Beach Medical Center is a leader in cardiovascular diagnostics, treatment and innovative research. Long Beach Medical Center is a Joint Commission Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, which means that the hospital is focused on providing highly specialized stroke care.
About MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center:
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center has been providing the community with compassionate, quality health care for more than 100 years. While leading in specialized care, research and education, Long Beach Medical Center has an outstanding record of innovation and medical advances, along with numerous accolades. Long Beach Medical Center is ranked no. 8 in the Los Angeles Metro Area by U.S. News & World Report, and has earned Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence. With leading centers for cancer, heart, rehabilitation, orthopedics, neurology and trauma, physicians and surrounding hospitals continually refer to its accredited programs. For more information, visit memorialcare.org/LongBeach.
About Get With The Guidelines
Get With The Guidelines® is the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's hospital-based quality improvement program that provides hospitals with the latest research-based guidelines. Developed with the goal of saving lives and hastening recovery, Get With The Guidelines has touched the lives of more than 6 million patients since 2001. For more information, visit heart.org.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Knight, Inc. (NYSE: BKI), a leading provider of software, data and analytics solutions to the mortgage and consumer loan, real estate and capital markets verticals, today announced unaudited financial results for the second quarter of 2022, as compared to the prior year quarter.
- Revenues of $394.5 million, an increase of 9%; Organic revenue growth of 7%
- Operating income of $77.0 million, an increase of 11%; Operating margin of 19.5% compared to 19.3%
- Earnings before equity in (losses) earnings of unconsolidated affiliates, net of tax of $40.4 million, an increase of 9%
- Net earnings attributable to Black Knight of $40.3 million compared to $39.7 million; Diluted EPS of $0.26 compared to $0.25; Net earnings margin of 10.2% compared to 8.9%; the effect of our investment in Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. ("DNB") was a decrease in Net earnings attributable to Black Knight of $0.1 million, compared to $5.0 million
- Adjusted EBITDA of $190.7 million, an increase of 7%; Adjusted EBITDA margin was 48.3% compared to 49.1%
- Adjusted operating income of $151.0 million, an increase of 7%; Adjusted operating margin of 38.3% compared to 39.0%
- Adjusted net earnings of $100.5 million, an increase of 13%; Adjusted EPS of $0.65, an increase of 14%
Software Solutions
- Revenues of $339.4 million, an increase of 11%; Organic revenue growth of 9%
- EBITDA of $190.7 million, an increase of 9%; EBITDA margin of 56.2% compared to 57.2%
- Operating income of $154.8 million, an increase of 9%; Operating margin of 45.6% compared to 46.4%
Data and Analytics
- Revenues of $55.1 million, a decrease of 1%; Organic revenue decrease of 2%
- EBITDA of $17.7 million, a decrease of 15%; EBITDA margin of 32.1% compared to 37.2%
- Operating income of $13.7 million, a decrease of 20%; Operating margin of 24.9% compared to 30.6%
Black Knight Executive Chairman Anthony Jabbour said, "Our core performance in the second quarter was consistent with our expectations and highlights the ongoing strength and resilience of our business as we continued to expand and extend our relationships with existing clients through cross-sell and contract renewals, win new clients and deliver innovative new solutions. Our performance further demonstrates our ability to deliver results despite an uncertain economic environment."
Black Knight Chief Executive Officer Joe Nackashi added, "During the second quarter, we achieved Revenue growth of 9%, Organic revenue growth of 7%, Adjusted EBITDA growth of 7% and Adjusted EPS growth of 14%. We are proud to deliver another solid quarter of operating results, as our team continued to execute against our long-term strategic initiatives and we are well-positioned to deliver solid results for full year 2022."
- As of June 30, 2022, we owned 18.5 million shares of DNB common stock.
- As of June 30, 2022, we had cash and cash equivalents of $38.0 million, debt of $2,770.3 million and available capacity of $353.3 million on our revolving credit facility.
On February 15, 2022, we acquired the remaining 40% interest in Optimal Blue Holdco, LLC ("Optimal Blue") for an aggregate purchase consideration of $1.156 billion paid in a combination of 36.4 million shares of DNB common stock valued at $722.5 million and cash of $433.5 million funded with borrowings under our revolving credit facility. In the quarter ended March 31, 2022, we recognized a gain of $305.4 million, net of tax, related to this transaction. Additionally, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 amended Internal Revenue Code Section 174 ("Section 174") to eliminate current-year deductibility of research and experimentation expenditures and software development costs beginning in 2022, and now requires these costs to be capitalized and amortized over a period of time. For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the change in net cash provided by operations compared to the same period in 2021 is primarily related to higher income tax payments resulting from the DNB gain recognized as part of the Optimal Blue transaction and the effect of the change in timing of deducting certain costs under Section 174.
As a result of the proposed transaction with Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. ("ICE") that was announced on May 4, 2022 (the "ICE Transaction"), Black Knight has suspended the practice of providing forward-looking guidance. In addition, Black Knight will not be hosting a conference call related to its second quarter 2022 earnings release.
Definitions of non-GAAP financial measures and the reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP measures are provided in subsequent sections of the press release narrative and supplemental schedules.
Black Knight, Inc. (NYSE:BKI) is an award-winning software, data and analytics company that drives innovation in the mortgage lending and servicing and real estate industries, as well as the capital and secondary markets. Businesses leverage our robust, integrated solutions across the entire homeownership life cycle to help retain existing customers, gain new customers, mitigate risk and operate more effectively.
Our clients rely on our proven, comprehensive, scalable products and our unwavering commitment to delivering superior client support to achieve their strategic goals and better serve their customers. For more information on Black Knight, please visit www.blackknightinc.com.
This earnings release contains non-GAAP financial measures, including Organic revenue growth, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, Adjusted operating income, Adjusted operating margin, Adjusted net earnings and Adjusted EPS. These are important financial measures for us but are not financial measures as defined by generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"). The presentation of this financial information is not intended to be considered in isolation of or as a substitute for, or superior to, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP.
We use these non-GAAP financial measures for financial and operational decision making and as a means to evaluate period-to-period comparisons. We believe these measures provide useful information about operating results, enhance the overall understanding of past financial performance and future prospects and allow for greater transparency with respect to key metrics used by management in its financial and operational decision making, including determining a portion of executive compensation. We also present these non-GAAP financial measures because we believe investors, analysts and rating agencies consider them useful in measuring our ability to meet our debt service obligations. By disclosing these non-GAAP financial measures, we believe we offer investors a greater understanding of, and an enhanced level of transparency into, the means by which our management operates the company.
These non-GAAP financial measures are not measures presented in accordance with GAAP, and our use of these terms may vary from that of others in our industry. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered as an alternative to revenues, operating income, operating margin, net earnings, net earnings per share, net earnings margin or any other measures derived in accordance with GAAP as measures of operating performance or liquidity. Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures are presented in the attached schedules.
Revenues, EBITDA, EBITDA margin, Operating income and Operating margin for the Software Solutions and Data and Analytics segments are presented in conformity with Accounting Standards Codification Topic 280, Segment Reporting. These measures are reported to the chief operating decision maker for purposes of making decisions about allocating resources to the segments and assessing their performance. For these reasons, these measures are excluded from the definition of non-GAAP financial measures under the Securities and Exchange Commission's ("SEC") Regulation G and Item 10(e) of Regulation S-K.
Organic revenue growth - We define Organic revenue growth as Revenues for the current period compared to an adjusted revenue base for the prior period, which is adjusted to add pre-acquisition revenues of acquired businesses for the portion of the prior year matching the portion of the current year that we owned the acquired businesses.
Adjusted EBITDA - We define Adjusted EBITDA as Net earnings attributable to Black Knight, with adjustments to reflect the addition or elimination of certain statement of earnings items including, but not limited to:
- Depreciation and amortization;
- Impairment charges;
- Interest expense, net;
- Income tax expense;
- Other expense, net;
- Equity in losses (earnings) of unconsolidated affiliates, net of tax;
- (Gains) losses related to investments in unconsolidated affiliate, net of tax;
- Net earnings (losses) attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests;
- equity-based compensation, including certain related payroll taxes;
- acquisition-related costs, including costs pursuant to purchase agreements;
- costs related to the ICE Transaction; and
- costs associated with expense reduction initiatives.
These adjustments are reflected in Corporate and Other.
Adjusted EBITDA margin - Adjusted EBITDA margin is calculated by dividing Adjusted EBITDA by Revenues.
Adjusted operating income – We define Adjusted operating income as Operating income, with adjustments to reflect the addition or elimination of certain statement of earnings items including, but not limited to:
- equity-based compensation, including certain related payroll taxes;
- acquisition-related costs, including costs pursuant to purchase agreements;
- costs related to the ICE Transaction;
- costs associated with expense reduction initiatives; and
- the net incremental depreciation and amortization adjustments associated with the application of purchase accounting.
These adjustments are reflected in Corporate and Other.
Adjusted operating margin - Adjusted operating margin is calculated by dividing Adjusted operating income by Revenues.
Adjusted net earnings - We define Adjusted net earnings as Net earnings attributable to Black Knight with adjustments to reflect the addition or elimination of certain statement of earnings items including, but not limited to:
- equity in losses (earnings) of unconsolidated affiliates, net of tax;
- (gains) losses related to investments in unconsolidated affiliate, net of tax;
- the net incremental depreciation and amortization adjustments associated with the application of purchase accounting;
- equity-based compensation, including certain related payroll taxes;
- costs associated with debt and/or equity offerings;
- acquisition-related costs, including costs pursuant to purchase agreements;
- costs related to the ICE Transaction;
- costs associated with expense reduction initiatives;
- costs and settlement (gains) losses associated with significant legal matters;
- adjustment for income tax expense primarily related to the tax effect of the non-GAAP adjustments and a discrete income tax benefit related to the establishment of a deferred tax asset as a result of our reorganization of certain wholly-owned subsidiaries; and
- adjustment for redeemable noncontrolling interests primarily related to the effect of the non-GAAP adjustments.
Adjusted EPS - Adjusted EPS is calculated by dividing Adjusted net earnings by the diluted weighted average shares of common stock outstanding.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements regarding expectations, hopes, intentions or strategies regarding the future are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on Black Knight management's beliefs, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, them. Because such statements are based on expectations as to future financial and operating results and are not statements of fact, actual results may differ materially from those projected. Black Knight undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
The risks and uncertainties that forward-looking statements are subject to include, but are not limited to:
- the occurrence of any event, change, or other circumstance that could give rise to a right in favor of ICE or us to terminate the definitive merger agreement governing the terms and conditions of the proposed transaction;
- the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against us or ICE;
- the possibility that the proposed transaction does not close when expected or at all because required regulatory, stockholder, or other approvals and other conditions to closing are not received or satisfied on a timely basis or at all (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect ICE or us or the expected benefits of the proposed transaction);
- the diversion of management's attention and time from ongoing business operations and opportunities on merger-related matters;
- security breaches against our information systems or breaches involving our third-party vendors;
- our ability to maintain and grow our relationships with our clients;
- our ability to comply with or changes to the laws, rules and regulations that affect our and our clients' businesses;
- our ability to adapt our solutions to technological changes or evolving industry standards or to achieve our growth strategies;
- our ability to protect our proprietary software and information rights;
- the effect of any potential defects, development delays, installation difficulties or system failures on our business and reputation;
- changes in general economic, business, regulatory and political conditions;
- impacts to our business operations caused by the occurrence of a catastrophe or global crisis;
- the effects of our existing leverage on our ability to make acquisitions and invest in our business;
- risks associated with the recruitment and retention of our skilled workforce;
- risks associated with the availability of data;
- our ability to successfully consummate, integrate and achieve the intended benefits of acquisitions;
- risks associated with our investment in DNB; and
- other risks and uncertainties detailed in the "Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information", "Risk Factors" and other sections of our Annual Report on Form 10‑K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and other filings with the SEC.
In connection with the ICE Transaction, on June 17, 2022, ICE filed with the SEC a Registration Statement on Form S-4 (File No. 333-265709), as amended on July 22, 2022, to register the shares of ICE common stock to be issued in connection with the ICE Transaction. The Registration Statement includes a preliminary proxy statement of ours that also constitutes a preliminary prospectus of ICE. Once the Registration Statement becomes effective and the proxy statement/prospectus is in definitive form, the definitive proxy statement/prospectus will be mailed to our stockholders seeking their approval of the ICE Transaction and other related matters.
INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-4 AND THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS INCLUDED WITHIN THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-4, AS WELL AS ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED OR THAT WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC IN CONNECTION WITH THE ICE TRANSACTION OR INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE INTO THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS, BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN OR WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING US, ICE, THE ICE TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS.
Investors and security holders may obtain free copies of these documents and other documents filed with the SEC by us or ICE through the website maintained by the SEC at http://www.sec.gov or from us at our website, www.blackknightinc.com, or from ICE at its website, www.theice.com. Documents filed with the SEC by us will be available free of charge by accessing our website at www.blackknightinc.com under the tab "Investors" and then under the heading "Financials – SEC Filings" or, alternatively, by directing a request by mail or telephone to Black Knight, Inc., 601 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, Florida 32204, Attention: Investor Relations, (904) 854-5100, and documents filed with the SEC by ICE will be available free of charge by accessing ICE's website at www.theice.com and following the link for "Investor Relations" or, alternatively, by directing a request by mail or telephone to Intercontinental Exchange, Inc., 5660 New Northside Drive, Third Floor, Atlanta, Georgia 30328, Attention: Investor Relations, (770) 857-4700, or by email to investors@ice.com.
We, ICE, and certain of our and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from our stockholders in connection with the ICE Transaction under the rules of the SEC. Information about the interests of our and ICE's directors and executive officers and other persons who may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of our stockholders in connection with the ICE Transaction and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, are contained in the preliminary proxy statement/prospectus that has been filed with the SEC and will be contained in the definitive proxy statement/prospectus related to the ICE Transaction, which will be filed with the SEC. Additional information about us, our directors and executive officers and their ownership of our common stock is also set forth in the definitive proxy statement for our 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, as filed with the SEC on Schedule 14A on April 28, 2022, and other documents subsequently filed by us with the SEC. Additional information about ICE, the directors and executive officers of ICE and their ownership of ICE common stock can also be found in ICE's definitive proxy statement in connection with its 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, as filed with the SEC on March 25, 2022, and other documents subsequently filed by ICE with the SEC. Free copies of these documents may be obtained as described above.
This communication is not intended to and shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or a solicitation of any vote of approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
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Fulton County athletic director’s suspension upheld
By TRACYE HUTCHINS
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ATLANTA, Georgia (WGCL) — A Fulton County school athletic director says your child’s school might not be safe from violence after he was suspended.
Kenneth Miller says he was trying to prevent a possible school shooting, but instead, he says he is being punished for trying to protect students.
“I think it sends a message that teachers should allow themselves to be attacked,” Miller told CBS46.
Miller has been suspended without pay for 20 days from his position as athletic director at Tri-Cities High School in Fulton County.
The suspension stems from a day last August. Video released by Miller’s attorney shows the athletic director questioning a student who he said he saw on security footage pass a bookbag with a gun to another student. In the video, the student can be seen slapping a phone from Miller’s hand and that’s when Miller says he restrained the student.
Miller and his attorney appealed the suspension by Fulton County Schools, but recently the District stood by the suspension.
Fulton County Schools sent CBS46 the following statement.
“An independent hearing officer determined that Mr. Miller’s actions constituted, among other things, insubordination, willful neglect of duties, and unprofessional conduct and that a 20-day suspension was appropriate and warranted. the superintendent has upheld the findings of the hearing officer.”
Fulton County School District
Miller’s attorney says their only other avenue for justice is to take the case to federal court.
Attorney Allen Lightcap says, ”Kenny’s suspension is 20 days, that’s about 10 percent of his annual pay and all he got was a lawyer to talk for 30 minutes with no evidence and no witnesses.”
Miller says he shouldn’t be punished for doing his job and protecting students. He says, “my principal asked me to assist in this situation. We retrieved guns off of campus that day. This was a situation that day where we saved lives.”
Miller’s suspension has already started and runs until May 6. He tells CBS46 that it’s unclear if he will have a job when he goes back to Tri-Cities High School.
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Ukrainian soldiers’ Facebook accounts targeted by hackers, Meta says
By Donie O’Sullivan and Sean Lyngaas, CNN Business
Facebook parent company Meta detailed Thursday an array of shady cyber tactics that it says groups linked to Russia and Belarus are using to target Ukrainian soldiers and civilians.
The tactics the groups are using, according to Meta, include posing as journalists and independent news outlets online to push Russian talking points, attempting to hack dozens of Ukrainian soldiers’ Facebook accounts, and running coordinated campaigns to try to get posts by critics of Russia removed from social media.
Meta said a hacking group known as “Ghostwriter,” which cyber experts believe is linked to Belarus, attempted to hack into the Facebook accounts of dozens of Ukrainian military personnel.
The hackers were successful in “a handful of cases,” Meta said, and “they posted videos calling on the Army to surrender as if these posts were coming from the legitimate account owners. We blocked these videos from being shared.”
Meta also noted that actions by groups linked to the Russian and Belarusian government appeared to intensify shortly before the invasion. The company said it had observed that accounts linked to the Belarusian KGB “suddenly began posting in Polish and English about Ukrainian troops surrendering without a fight and the nation’s leaders fleeing the country on February 24, the day Russia began the war.”
Meta also said it had removed a network of about 200 accounts operated from Russia that repeatedly filed false reports about people in Ukraine and Russia in an attempt to get them and their posts removed from the platform. The accounts regularly falsely reported to Meta that people in Ukraine and Russia had broken the company’s rules on hate speech as well as other policies. This tactic, known as “mass-reporting,” is commonly used by people trying to have an opponent’s social media accounts shut down.
Vadym Hudyma, co-founder at Digital Security Lab Ukraine, an organization that helps secure the online accounts of journalists and activists, said Russia’s invasion brought a “huge surge in attacks against social media accounts via mass reporting.”
Many of the targeted Twitter and Facebook accounts were not verified, which made it harder to recover the accounts of organizations that were, for example, raising money and coordinating medical supplies in response to the Russian invasion, Hudyma told CNN.
“Many social media pages were temporarily shut down. We’ve probably recovered most of them quite quickly. But that was a mess.”
Meta also said it continues to see the use of fake profile photos in disinformation campaigns.
In a previous announcement in February, Meta said it had had discovered and shut down a covert Russian influence operation that ran accounts posing as people in Kyiv, including news editors, and targeting Ukrainians.
“They claimed to be based in Kyiv and posed as news editors, a former aviation engineer, and an author of a scientific publication on hydrography — the science of mapping water,” Meta said in a blog post.
Meta tied the fake accounts to people previously sanctioned by the US government. The accounts and websites run by this influence operation do not appear to have been very successful in reaching a lot of people, according to data reviewed by CNN.
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Jan. 6 panel sets prime-time hearing on Trump, awaits Bannon
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 riot is returning to prime time with a Thursday evening hearing that will examine the three-hour plus stretch when Donald Trump failed to act as a mob of supporters stormed the Capitol.
The committee is racing to gather newly emerging evidence and the session could be the final one in a series of public hearings that began in early June. A lawyer for former Trump strategist Steve Bannon, who faces criminal charges after months of defying a congressional subpoena, told the committee over the weekend that Bannon may now be willing to testify, according to committee members.
“I expect that we will be hearing from him and there are many questions that we have for him,” said Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif. She and other committee members said they want to hear from Bannon in a deposition, with sworn testimony.
Thursday’s hearing will be the first in the prime-time slot since the June 9 debut that was viewed by 20 million people. A hearing Tuesday will focus on the plotting and planning of the insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021, by white nationalist groups such as the Proud Boys, the Oath Keepers and the Three Percenters.
Investigators are digging deeper into the mounds of evidence collected so far about the role extremist groups played in the deadly insurrection and what the former president was doing as the violence ensued down the street from the White House.
Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Ill., who will lead Thursday’s hearing with Rep. Elaine Luria, D-Va., described the upcoming testimony as key to providing an extensive timeline of what Trump did and did not do in those critical hours on the afternoon of Jan. 6, 2021. That includes Trump’s tweet criticizing Vice President Mike Pence for lacking “courage” as angry protesters outside the Capitol were heard chanting “Hang Mike Pence” for not challenging Democrat Joe Biden’s 2020 election victory.
“We want to show the American people what was the president doing during that time,” Kinzinger said Sunday. “The rest of the country knew that there was an insurrection. The president obviously had to have known there was an insurrection. So where was he? What was he doing? It’s a very important hearing. Pay attention. Because I think it goes to the heart of what is the oath of a leader.”
News of the hearing comes as Congress returns to Washington after a two-week recess. Lawmakers on the committee had indicated in mid-June there would be no more hearings until July, but in late June they held a surprise hearing for the testimony of former Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson.
Her explosive testimony provided the most compelling evidence yet that Trump could be linked to a federal crime. Since then, the committee of seven Democrats and two Republicans has seen an influx of new information and confidential tips.
Tuesday’s hearing will explore efforts to assemble the mob on the National Mall and then organize the march down Pennsylvania Avenue, where some rioters — armed with pipes, bats and bear spray — charged into the Capitol, quickly overrunning the overwhelmed police force. More than 100 police officers were injured, many beaten, bloodied and bruised, that day.
Lawmakers also plan on examining the financing of the various rallies and gatherings around Washington that were planned that day.
Bannon’s apparent turnabout in testifying comes as he faces a criminal trial this month on two counts of contempt of Congress for defying the committee’s subpoena. He has argued that his testimony is protected by Trump’s claim of executive privilege, a claim the committee has countered as dubious because Trump had fired Bannon from the White House in 2017 and Bannon was thus a private citizen when he was consulting with Trump in the run-up to the riot.
The committee has said there is evidence that Bannon “had specific knowledge about the events planned for Jan. 6 before they occurred.” It cited as an example comments that he made on his podcast the day before the riot.
“It’s not going to happen like you think it’s going to happen. OK, it’s going to be quite extraordinarily different. All I can say is strap in,” Bannon said in that podcast. “All hell is going to break loose tomorrow. ... So many people said, ‘Man, if I was in a revolution, I would be in Washington.’ Well, this is your time in history.”
Kinzinger spoke on ABC’s “This Week” and Lofgren was on CNN’s “State of the Union.”
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Associated Press writer Hannah Fingerhut in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, contributed to this report.
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ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A group of 61 migrants picked up by a cargo ship from a crippled fishing boat in the central Mediterranean have safely reached the island of Crete hours after a severely ill child on the freighter died while being airlifted to Greece, Greek authorities said Wednesday.
The Syrian, Lebanese and Palestinian migrants had reportedly been stranded for days without provisions on a leaking fishing boat near Malta, after trying to sail from Lebanon to Italy about 10 days ago.
“We had tried pressing the Maltese, Italian, and Greek authorities for days to get them to authorize a ship in the vicinity of the migrants to rescue them,” Moroccan-Italian activist Nawal Soufy told the Associated Press. Soufy had been in contact with the migrants on board and rescue freighter, BBC Pearl, via satellite phone.
“We’re now waiting for the Greek authorities to respond to our queries about the migrants’ current situation.”
On Tuesday, a Greek navy helicopter had airlifted a 4-year-old girl with health problems and her mother off the BBC Pearl, but the child was pronounced dead on arrival at a hospital on Crete.
The coast guard said the remaining 33 men, 7 women and 21 children disembarked from the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged ship early Wednesday at the port of Kali Limenes on southern Crete.
Two were taken to hospital with non life-threatening health issues, while the rest were temporarily put up in a sports hall in the town of Moires.
Greek authorities said it was not immediately clear when they were picked up by the freighter, where they had set off from and where they had been heading.
The coast guard said in a statement late Tuesday that the BBC Pearl had rescued them inside Malta’s search and rescue area. It said Greece received a request around midday Tuesday from Maltese authorities, who had been contacted by the cargo ship’s captain, to airlift the mother and child to safety.
The ship then altered course towards Crete to facilitate the airlift, the coast guard statement said.
The migrants on board had told their relatives and volunteer groups by satellite phone earlier that they have been without food, water, and baby formula for days.
A relative of one of the passengers, speaking on condition of anonymity for security reasons, claimed the migrants were lost at sea, as their smuggler did not provide them with a navigation system, compass, or maps on the leaking, overcrowded boat.
The migrants also claimed that three children died due to dehydration before the group was rescued.
Once a country that received refugees, Lebanon has become a launching pad for dangerous migration by sea to Europe, as it struggles with an economic crisis over the past three years that has pulled three-quarters of its population into poverty.
There has been an increase in migrants seeking to travel on unsafe boats from troubled Lebanon to Italy, and Greek authorities have performed several rescues in recent weeks.
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Chehayeb reported from Beirut, Lebanon.
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DENVER, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SolarReviews.com, the most authoritative consumer information website for the residential solar industry in America, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Fixr.com and FIXR NETWORKS SLU, its Spanish subsidiary.
Fixr.com is well known for its detailed cost guides, covering various types of maintenance, renovation, and building projects for the home. Having over 700 accurate and detailed cost guides for a wide array of home improvement and renovation projects, Fixr.com covers everything from kitchen and bathroom remodeling, roof replacement and repair to pest control, flooring, HVAC, and more.
At SolarReviews.com, we pride ourselves on not only providing detailed and accurate costs and savings information for adding solar panels to your home, but also connecting the end consumer with top-vetted solar installer businesses locally.
Our 5 types of quality content consist of:
- A highly accurate solar cost and savings calculator;
- Solar panel cost guides;
- Unfiltered consumer reviews;
- An expert rating system for installers that offers more insight into the contractor; and
- High-quality articles and consumer guides written by solar industry experts
With over 800 partnerships that span across the US, competitive pricing, instant response times, educational and informative articles, and extensive reviews, SolarReviews.com has become the leading home solar panels website in the US.
This acquisition allows us to apply our expertise in connecting consumers with quality contractors and expand those efforts in the home renovation sector.
"We're very excited to take what Fixr.com offers to the next level. Their process for developing accurate cost guides for remodeling projects is excellent and we will add a number of other types of content to the site to make it a full-service home remodeling outlet. We are developing a number of remodeling cost calculators for the site including bathroom and kitchen remodeling cost calculators and will also add our consumer and expert rating systems for contractors. In addition, we will bring exciting and engaging lifestyle content covering style trends, DIY, and expert collaborations by recruiting interior design and home styling experts. Fixr.com will become the first home improvement website to offer a unique, "one-stop" resource for advice, information, costs, style, trends, and experts on all things home." said Andy Sendy, Chairman of SolarReviews.
As well as providing a platform to grow its business into a wide variety of home improvement verticals, the Fixr.com acquisition also gives SolarReviews.com a platform to grow its solar content business in Europe with Fixr.com having an office in Alicante, Spain, and the Fixr.es website already established as a brand in Spain.
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SOMERVILLE, Mass., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Laronde, the company pioneering Endless RNA™ (eRNA) – a novel, engineered form of RNA that can be programmed to express proteins inside the body for breakthrough treatments – today announced that John Mendlein, Ph. D., the company's Chairman, will become its interim Chief Executive Officer, effective this month.
Mendlein succeeds Diego Miralles, M.D., who joined Laronde as CEO in December 2020 from Vividion Therapeutics, Inc. and Johnson & Johnson in San Diego. Mendlein, a Flagship Pioneering Executive Partner, has been involved with numerous Flagship bioplatform companies in board or senior leadership roles, including Adnexus, Axcella, Editas, FL55, Laronde, Moderna, Omega and Senda, and is a seasoned biotech entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience in building bioplatform companies from small molecules to programmable medicines. As he assumes the role of interim CEO, the company will initiate a CEO search. Diego Miralles will continue to work with Flagship ecosystem companies as an Advisor.
"On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank Diego for his efforts to advance Laronde through its emergence from stealth and its next company building steps, and for his deep commitment to our mission," said Mendlein, Laronde Chairman and incoming CEO. "Our multi-product eRNA platform holds the promise to change medicine and I look forward to partnering with the entire Laronde team to write the next exciting chapter of Laronde as we bring forward breakthrough eRNA treatments into the clinic in 2023."
"Flagship founded Laronde in 2017 to industrialize our invention of endless RNA and scale the development of our new class of medicines based on eRNA," said Avak Kahvejian, Ph.D., Laronde Founding CEO, Co-founder, Board member, and Flagship General Partner. "Since that time, we have remained actively involved in developing the eRNA platform and company strategy. John's entrepreneurial experience with first-in-category programmable bioplatforms positions him well to lead the company during this important next phase of growth."
"Laronde has an exceptional team leading the development of its eRNA platform, with the potential to create a new class of programmable medicines," said Diego Miralles. "I look forward to my continuing role engaging with Flagship as an Advisor and am grateful for my time at Laronde and wish John all the best in his new role."
John Mendlein is an executive partner at Flagship Pioneering, contributing to Flagship's strategic and operational objectives, including the origination of new Flagship Labs companies. A longtime member of Flagship's broader ecosystem of companies, John is an experienced biotech entrepreneur. Prior to joining Flagship, John served as president of corporate and product strategy at Moderna and was a member of Moderna's board of directors from 2012 to 2018. He has also held leadership roles at multiple additional biotech enterprises including Aurora Biosciences (acquired by Vertex Pharmaceuticals), Adnexus Therapeutics, Fate Therapeutics and Affinium Pharmaceuticals (acquired by Debiopharm Group). John currently serves on the boards of Flagship companies FL55, Harbinger Health, Laronde, and Senda Biosciences. John is also a co-author or co-inventor of over 210 publications and published patents. For more about John Mendlein, see here.
Ribonucleic Acids, or RNAs, play a significant role in biology. Among their functions, they provide the "code" that instructs cells to produce or regulate proteins, the building blocks of life and important regulators of disease processes. Because RNAs provide coded instructions to cells, they can be programmed to produce specific effects. This approach has been validated by the successful development of several important RNA-based medicines, but RNA's potential as a drug development modality has just begun. Endless RNA™, or eRNA, was invented at Flagship Labs and is a new class of synthetic, closed-loop RNA. Because eRNA has no free ends, it is not recognized by the immune system and is very stable, enabling a long duration of protein expression. In addition, eRNA can serve protein-coding and non-protein-coding functions, and its protein translation capabilities are completely modular — switching an eRNA "protein sequence cassette" enables the expression of a different protein or multiple proteins that can be tuned as needed on an application-by-application basis.
Laronde is pioneering a platform that offers a completely novel way of modulating human biology. Endless RNA™ (eRNA), invented at Flagship Labs, is a uniquely engineered RNA that can be programmed to express diverse proteins inside the body. It is persistent, non-immunogenic, allows for repeat dosing, and offers flexibility in formulation and delivery. Laronde was founded in 2017 by Flagship Labs, the innovation foundry of Flagship Pioneering. The company is rapidly scaling to support the parallel development of multiple programs across many disease areas. To learn more, please visit the company's website at https://www.laronde.bio/ or Twitter and LinkedIn.
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In Celebration of International Fairy Day, The Hit Toy Line Expands the Magic of Finding Fairies Everywhere with a New Baby Fairy Finder, Fairy Pet Finders, and a Find The Glowing Fairies Roblox Game.
MONTREAL, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WowWee®, a leading manufacturer of innovative consumer entertainment products and the makers of Fingerlings®, My Squishy Little Dumplings™ and more, today announced major expansions to its hit Got2Glow Fairies brand. To celebrate International Fairy Day today, WowWee is launching the Got2Glow Baby Fairy Finder™, two Got2Glow Fairy Pet Finders™, and a Find the Glowing Fairies Roblox game. Building off last year's success of the Got2Glow Fairy Finders™, the hit tech toy that put fairies at kids' fingertips and topped countless hot toy lists en route to becoming a 2022 TOTY Finalist for Collectible Toy of the Year, these enchanting additions make for even more magical experiences as kids explore and discover more virtual fairies than ever before!
The Got2Glow Baby Fairy Finder is a smaller variation of the original, with over 20 new baby fairies to find and collect. The all-new, more portable size makes it easier than ever for kids to bring their Baby Fairy Finder along for every adventure. For added magic, lights & sounds guide the way as it detects virtual baby fairies around you..
The enchantment continues with the Got2Glow Fairy Pet Finder, with 40+ fairy pets to collect in each jar and over 80 fairy pets to collect in total. Grow your collection by trading fairy pets with friends and unlock rare fairy pets using the Got2Glow Baby Fairy Finder. You can also bond with your new fairy pet companions via the on-screen buttons by giving them hugs, saying hello, and virtually feeding them.
All new Got2Glow Fairy Finder toys are compatible with one another and allow for trading of all different types of fairies. You can grow your collection to over 200 fairies by sharing across all finders. Transfer baby fairies from the Baby Fairy Finder into your Fairy Pet Finder, then watch as your Love Baby Fairy transforms into a Love Dog Fairy - or vice versa!
In addition, WowWee's Find the Glowing Fairies game by popular Roblox game creator Gamefam (Twilight Daycare and the forthcoming My Avastars: RP) is launching on Roblox today, expanding the Got2Glow universe beyond physical play. The online game will recreate the beloved real-life magic of finding fairies, with various in-game environments to explore and a variety of fairies to collect.
"We were inspired by the passion for our Got2Glow Fairy Finder and knew we had to continue building upon this excitement," said Sydney Wiseman, VP of Brand Development & Creative Strategy at WowWee. "We listened closely to our fanbase when expanding this line to ensure we provided even more magical play. Now the Got2Glow brand offers something for everyone - whether you want something more portable to take on the go, more fairies to collect and find, or desire a whole new type of fairy altogether. You can even find fairies in the metaverse, so we're truly delivering on our brand promise of experiencing the magic of finding fairies everywhere!"
Further adding to the Got2Glow universe, WowWee has tapped Striker Entertainment to build a lifestyle licensing program around the brand. The program will initially focus on publishing, home décor, health and beauty, and party goods.
The Got2Glow Baby Fairy Finder (MSRP: $24.99; Ages 5+) and both Got2Glow Fairy Pet Finders in turquoise and pink (MSRP: $44.99ea.; Ages 5+) are available for pre-order starting today on Amazon, and flying onto shelves at major retailers including Walmart and Target later this summer. For more information, please visit the Got2Glow website or join the conversation on social media by following @got2glowfairies.
WowWee® is a global innovator and industry leader in developing, marketing, and distributing hi-tech consumer robotic, toy, and entertainment products. Since its launch in 1988, WowWee has revolutionized the way consumers interact with robotics - fusing technology and imagination to deliver award-winning toys and gadgets such as Robosapien® and MiP®, The Toy Association's Innovative Toy of the Year (TOTY) in 2015. WowWee's Fingerlings®- the first-ever line of animatronic collectible toys - instantly skyrocketed in popularity, topping retail best-selling lists around the world, and won the 2018 Collectible Toy of the Year and overall Toy of the Year awards. The company won Plush Toy of the Year in 2020 for its licensed, official Pinkfong Baby Shark™ Song Puppets with Tempo Control, and Licensing International's Excellence Award for Best Toy of the Year ages 0-8. With offices in Montreal, San Diego, and Hong Kong, WowWee continues to innovate across the toy and entertainment categories. Please visit http://www.wowwee.com
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