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Movies love a comeback story. This summer, it’s their turn.
By LINDSEY BAHR
AP Film Writer
This summer at the movies, Tom Cruise is back in the cockpit behind those iconic aviators. Doctors Grant, Sattler and Ian Malcolm are returning for another round with the dinosaurs. Natalie Portman is picking up Thor’s hammer. And Jordan Peele is poised to terrify us with the unknown. Again.
Hollywood is bringing out some of its biggest and most reliable players for the 2022 summer movie season, which unofficially kicks off this weekend with the help of Marvel and Disney’s “ Doctor Strange and the Multitverse of Madness ” and runs through the end of August. It’s an uncertain time for the movie business as studios and exhibitors are still making up for losses incurred during the pandemic and adjusting to new ways of doing business, including shortened release windows, competition from streaming and the need to feed their own services. And everyone is wondering if moviegoing will ever return to pre-pandemic levels.
But though the pandemic lingers on, there is optimism in the air.
“We’re still waiting for older audiences to come back. But it really feels like we’ve turned a corner,” said Jim Orr, the head of domestic distribution for Universal Pictures. “You get the impression that audiences want to be out, they want to be in theaters. I think it’s going to be an extraordinary summer.”
Last week, studio executives and movie stars schmoozed with theater owners and exhibitors at a convention in Las Vegas, proudly hyping films that they promise will get audiences back to the movie theaters week after week.
Expectations are particularly high for “Top Gun: Maverick,” which Paramount Pictures will release on May 27 after two years of pandemic postponements. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer says he never waivered for a moment in wanting to release “Top Gun: Maverick” – a full-throttle action film made with extensive aerial photography, practical effects and up to six cameras inside fighter-jet cockpits — exclusively in theaters.
“It’s the kind of movie that embraces the experience of going to the theater. It takes you away. It transports you. We always say: We’re in the transportation business. We transport you from one place to another, and that’s what ‘Top Gun’ does,” Bruckheimer said. “There’s a lot of built-up demand for some movies and hopefully we’re one of them.”
The movie industry has already had several notable hits in the past six months too, including “ Spider-Man: No Way Home,” now the third highest grossing film of all time, “ The Batman,” “ The Lost City ” and, though smaller, “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” The hope is that the momentum will only pick up in the coming months.
Before the pandemic, the summer movie season could reliably produce over $4 billion in ticket sales, or about 40% of the year’s grosses according to Comscore. But in 2020, with theaters closed for the majority of the season and most releases pushed, that total plummeted to $176 million. Last summer presented a marked improvement with $1.7 billion, but things were hardly back to normal — many chose to either delay releases further or employ hybrid strategies.
Now everyone is refocusing on theatrical, though slates are slimmer. The ticketing service Fandango surveyed more than 6,000 ticket-buyers recently and 83% said they planned to see three or more movies on the big screen this summer. And, not insignificantly, Netflix last month also reported its first subscriber loss in 10 years and expects to lose two million more this quarter.
“Finally, it is movie time, with blockbuster after blockbuster after blockbuster after blockbuster,” said Adam Aron, chairman and CEO of AMC Theatres, the nation’s largest theater chain. He touted franchises like “Doctor Strange 2,” “Top Gun 2,” “Jurassic World: Dominion,” (June 10) and “Thor: Love and Thunder” (July 8), “new film concepts” like Jordan Peele’s “Nope” (July 22) and “Elvis” (June 24) and family friendly offerings from “Lightyear” (June 17) to “Minions: The Rise of Gru” (July 1).
“It’s a bold statement, but this summer could potentially be on par with 2019, which would be monumental for the movie industry,” said Paul Dergarabedian, the senior media analyst for Comscore.
Analysts are predicting “Doctor Strange 2” could open to $170 million this weekend, double that of the first film. Marvel and Disney then follow that with the new Thor, which picks up with Hemsworth’s character traveling around with the Guardians of the Galaxy after “Endgame” and wondering “what now?”
“Thor is just trying to figure out his purpose, trying to figure out exactly who he is and why he’s a hero or whether he should be a hero,” said director Taika Waititi. “I guess you could call it a midlife crisis.”
The film brings back Portman’s Jane Foster, who becomes The Mighty Thor, Waititi’s Korg and Tessa Thompson’s Valkyrie, and adds Russell Crowe as Zeus and Christian Bale as Gorr the God Butcher. Waititi has said that it’s the craziest film he’s ever made.
“It’s a great, really fun, weird little group of heroes, a new team for Thor with Korg, Valkyrie and The Mighty Thor,” Waititi said. “And, in my humble opinion, we have probably the best villain that Marvel’s ever had in Christian Bale.”
But superhero movies alone don’t make for a healthy or particularly compelling cinematic landscape. There have to be options for theaters to survive.
“Our business can’t devolve into just tentpoles and branded IP. We really need to continue to serve up as broad a slate as we possibly can,” Orr said. “We have something for every audience segment. Audiences are craving that and exhibitors are craving that.”
Universal is proud of their diverse summer slate that includes a certain dinosaur tentpole, family animation, thrillers and horrors, comedies like “Easter Sunday” (Aug. 5) and period charmers from Focus Features like “Downton Abbey: A New Era” (May 20) and “Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris” (July 15).
Jason Blum, the powerhouse producer and head of Blumhouse, hopes that Scott Derrickson’s supernatural horror “The Black Phone,” featuring Ethan Hawke in a rare villain role, is going to be the special “not superhero movie of the summer” when it hits theaters on June 24.
There’s more coming to theaters than just franchises. There are literary adaptations, like “Where the Crawdads Sing,” with Daisy Edgar-Jones, non-stop action rides like “Bullet Train” (July 29), with Brad Pitt and Sandra Bullock, Baz Luhrmann’s drama about the life and music of Elvis Presley, a mockumentary about a tiny seashell (“Marcel the Shell With Shoes On,” June 24), romantic comedies like “Shotgun Wedding” (June 29) in which Jennifer Lopez’s wedding party is taken hostage, Regency-era fun in “Mr. Malcolm’s List” (July 1) and creepy hair-raisers like “Watcher” (June 3), “Bodies, Bodies, Bodies” and “Resurrection” (both Aug. 5).
“Annihilation” writer-director Alex Garland also has a new thriller, “Men,” coming to theaters May 20. Jessie Buckley plays a woman who retreats to the English countryside for some peace following a personal tragedy only to be confronted by more horrors from the men in this quaint town, all of whom are played by Rory Kinnear.
As someone who makes challenging, original films for the big screen, Garland is a little worried about the movie industry and the seismic shifts that are happening under the surface that are “partly cultural and partly economic.”
“Every time an interesting film comes out and underperforms, I get a kind of gnawing anxiety about it,” Garland said. “If the only films that make money are for younger audiences, something cultural changes. Something changes about the sorts of films that get financed, why they get financed.”
“It almost feels old fashioned or actually rather boring, but I do think there’s a value in cinema,” he added. “A film like ‘Men’ functions differently in a cinema. Not being able to stop it until it’s ended means that it has a qualitatively different effect.”
Streaming companies, meanwhile, are still going strong. Netflix has a massive 35+ film summer slate, including the spy thriller “The Gray Man” (July 22), directed by the Russo brothers and starring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans and “Spiderhead” (June 17), with Chris Hemsworth. There’s a documentary about Jennifer Lopez (“Halftime,” June 14), an Adam Sandler basketball joint (“Hustle,” June 8) and a Kevin Hart/Mark Wahlberg buddy pic (“Me Time,” Aug. 26).
Some of the most interesting titles from this year’s Sundance Film Festival are being released by streamers too, including “Good Luck To You, Leo Grande” (Hulu), “Cha Cha Real Smooth” (Apple TV+), “Emergency” (Amazon,) and “AM I OK?” (HBO Max).
“Streaming has a place in the world, but it’s not the only thing in the world,” said Blum, who is convinced that there is still an appetite for going to theaters. “There were people out there saying the movies were over. I never thought that, but I was concerned about how much demand was left. But it appears that that part of our world is not going to disappear anytime soon.”
For Bruckheimer, the equation is perhaps even more simple.
“It all depends on the movies. It’s always about the movies. If there’s stuff people want to see, they’re going to show up,” Bruckheimer said. “I always use the analogy: You have a kitchen in your apartment or home, but you like to go out to eat. You want a different meal.”
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AP Film Writer Jake Coyle contributed from New York.
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Find more of AP’s film coverage at https://apnews.com/hub/movies | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/04/movies-love-a-comeback-story-this-summer-its-their-turn/ | 2022-05-04T20:30:05Z |
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CENTENNIAL, Colo., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NioCorp Developments Ltd. ("NioCorp" or the "Company") (TSX: NB) (OTCQX: NIOBF) is pleased to announce that it has closed its previously announced non-brokered private placement (the "Private Placement") of units (the "Units") of the Company. A total up-sized offering of 4,981,035 Units were issued at a price per Unit of C$0.96, for total gross proceeds to the Company of approximately C$4.8 million.
Pricing of the Units was set at a premium to the five-day Volume Weighted Average Price ("VWAP") of NioCorp common shares just prior to the launch of the offering on June 13, 2022. The initial offering announcement on June 13, 2022, was for up to 4,519,481 Units, for gross proceeds of up to approximately C$4.35 million.
Each Unit consists of one common share of NioCorp (each, a "Common Share") and one common share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a "Warrant"). Each Warrant entitles the holder to acquire one Common Share at a price of C$1.10 at any time prior to July 1, 2024.
Proceeds of the private placement will be used for continued advancement of the Company's Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
The Company paid cash commissions of C$62,496 and 65,100 finder warrants to finders outside of the United States. The cash commission and finder warrants were each equivalent to three (3) percent of the Units raised by each finder. Each finder warrant entitles the holder thereof to purchase one Common Share at a price of C$1.10 at any time prior to July 1, 2024.
All of the securities sold pursuant to the offering are subject to a four-month hold period, which will expire on November 1, 2022.
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NioCorp is developing a critical minerals project in Southeast Nebraska that will produce niobium, scandium, and itanium. The Company also is evaluating the potential to produce several rare earths from the Project. Niobium is used to produce specialty alloys as well as High Strength, Low Alloy ("HSLA") steel, which is a lighter, stronger steel used in automotive, structural, and pipeline applications. Scandium is a specialty metal that can be combined with Aluminum to make alloys with increased strength and improved corrosion resistance. Scandium is also a critical component of advanced solid oxide fuel cells. Titanium is used in various lightweight alloys and is a key component of pigments used in paper, paint and plastics and is also used for aerospace applications, armor, and medical implants. Magnetic rare earths, such as neodymium, praseodymium, terbium, and dysprosium are critical to the making of Neodymium-Iron-Boron ("NdFeB") magnets, which are used across a wide variety of defense and civilian applications.
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Russian missile strike hits crowded shopping mall in Ukraine
KREMENCHUK, Ukraine (AP) - Rescuers searched through the charred rubble of a shopping mall Tuesday looking for more victims of a Russian missile strike that killed at least 18 and wounded scores in what Ukraine’s president called “one of the most daring terrorist attacks in European history.”
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said more than 1,000 afternoon shoppers and workers were inside the mall in the city of Kremenchuk. Giant plumes of black smoke, dust and orange flames billowed from the wreckage as emergency crews combed through broken metal and concrete for victims. Drones whirred above, clouds of dark smoke still emanating from the ruins several hours after the fire was extinguished.
Casualty figures rose as rescuers sifted through the smoldering rubble. The regional governor, Dmytro Lunin, said at least 18 people were killed and 59 others sought medical assistance, of whom 25 were hospitalized. The region declared a day of mourning Tuesday for the victims of the attack.
“We are working to dismantle the construction so that it is possible to get machinery in there since the metal elements are very heavy and big, and disassembling them by hand is impossible,” said Volodymyr Hychkan, an emergency services official.
Ukraine’s Prosecutor General, Iryna Venediktova, who is leading investigations into possible war crimes, said the missile attack was one of Russia’s “crimes against humanity,” noting that the Russian military has been “systematically shelling civilian infrastructure with the aim to scare people, to kill people, to bring terror to our cities and villages.”
Venediktova emphasized the need for Ukrainians across the entire country to remain alert, adding that they should expect a similar strike “every minute.”
Wayne Jordash, a British barrister who is working with Venediktova’s office to investigate possible war crimes, rejected claims that a factory located near the shopping mall was a military object.
“The first indications are that the factory that got hit is a road construction factory, not a military target,” Jordash said. “We need to investigate whether there’s military targets nearby, and the first indications as I say is that there aren’t any military targets nearby.”
At Ukraine’s request, the U.N. Security Council scheduled an emergency meeting in New York on Tuesday to discuss the attack.
In the first Russian government comment on the missile strike, the country’s first deputy permanent representative to the United Nations, Dmitry Polyansky, alleged multiple inconsistencies that he didn’t specify, claiming on Twitter that the incident was a provocation by Ukraine. Russia has repeatedly denied it targets civilian infrastructure, even though Russian attacks have hit other shopping malls, theaters, hospitals, kindergartens and apartment buildings in the four-month war.
On Tuesday, Russian forces struck the Black Sea city of Ochakiv in the Mykolaiv region, damaging apartment buildings and killing two, including a 6-year-old child. A further six people, four of them children, were wounded. One of them, a 3-month-old baby, is in a coma, according to local officials.
The missile strike on Kremenchuk occurred as Western leaders pledged continued support for Ukraine and the world’s major economies prepared new sanctions against Russia, including a price cap on oil and higher tariffs on goods.
Group of Seven leaders condemned the attack in a statement late Monday saying “indiscriminate attacks on innocent civilians constitute a war crime,” noting that “Russian President Putin and those responsible will be held to account.”
The Russian strike echoed earlier attacks that caused large numbers of civilian casualties — such as one in March on a Mariupol theater where many civilians had holed up, killing an estimated 600, and another in April on a train station in eastern Kramatorsk that killed at least 59 people.
Zelenskyy said the mall presented “no threat to the Russian army” and had “no strategic value.” He accused Russia of sabotaging “people’s attempts to live a normal life, which make the occupiers so angry.”
In his nightly address, he said that Russian forces had intentionally targeted the shopping center in “one of the most daring terrorist attacks in European history,” denouncing Russia as “the largest terrorist organization in the world.”
Russia has increasingly used long-range bombers in the war. Ukrainian officials said Russian Tu-22M3 long-range bombers flying over Russia’s western Kursk region fired the missiles, one of which hit the shopping center and another that struck a sports arena in Kremenchuk.
The U.S. appeared ready to respond to Zelenskyy’s call for more air defense systems, and NATO planned to increase the size of its rapid-reaction forces nearly eightfold — to 300,000 troops.
The attack on Kremenchuk coincided with Russia’s all-out assault on the last Ukrainian stronghold in eastern Ukraine’s Luhansk province, “pouring fire” on the city of Lysychansk from the ground and air, according to the local governor. At least eight people were killed and more than 20 wounded in Lysychansk when Russian rockets hit an area where a crowd gathered to obtain water from a tank, Luhansk Gov. Serhiy Haidai said.
The barrage was part of Russian forces’ intensified offensive aimed at wresting the eastern Donbas region from Ukraine. Over the weekend, the Russian military and their local separatist allies forced Ukrainian government troops out of Lysychansk’s neighboring city, Sievierodonetsk.
To the west of Lysychansk on Monday, the mayor of the city of Sloviansk — potentially the next major battleground — said Russian forces fired cluster munitions, including one that hit a residential neighborhood. Authorities said the number of victims had yet to be confirmed. The Associated Press saw one fatality: A man’s body lay hunched over a car door frame, his blood pooling onto the ground from chest and head wounds. The blast blew out most windows in the surrounding apartment blocks and the cars parked below, littering the ground with broken glass.
“Everything is now destroyed,” said resident Valentina Vitkovska, in tears as she spoke about the blast. “We are the only people left living in this part of the building. There is no power. I can’t even call to tell others what had happened to us.”
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Karmanau reported from Lviv, Ukraine. Oleksandr Stashevskyi in Kyiv, Ukraine, contributed to this report.
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Premiere Event to be a Celebration of International Fans' Love of Anime;
Global Fans of Anime Will Vote for the Content and Creators That Have Captured Their Collective Hearts
CULVER CITY, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crunchyroll, the global leader in bringing fans the ultimate anime experience everywhere, is announcing today that the seventh edition of the yearly, leading awards program for anime globally, the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, will take place in Japan for the first time ever for 2023.
The Anime Awards live ceremony will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at the Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa in Tokyo and will bring together the studios, creators, musicians and voice actors behind the anime community's favorite series, film and music. The event will also be streamed on many of Crunchyroll social channels. Crunchyroll will work with Sony Music Solutions, part of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., to execute the event.
Crunchyroll also announced that the 2023 edition will be a premier event full of fans, celebrities, creators, musicians, performances and more in a style that is as unique as the artform of anime. Crunchyroll's intention is to create a spectacular event that is an international outpouring of affection for anime.
"There is no better place to celebrate the Anime Awards than the birthplace of anime itself," said Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll. "Anime is a rich storytelling medium, capturing the hearts and minds of fans all over the world. We can't wait to showcase how much love the global anime fanbase has for the studios, creators, and our trusted partners behind anime."
The Crunchyroll Anime Awards celebrate fan-favorite anime series, characters, and creators across streaming, film and music – voted for by fans and judges from across the globe. Last year, a record 16.9 million votes were cast for nominees representing nearly 40 anime studios across a record-high eight streaming platforms.
Nominees and voting will open early next year. More information will be shared across the Anime Awards website and across Crunchyroll social channels.
Crunchyroll connects anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories with the content and experiences they love. In addition to free ad-supported and subscription premium content, Crunchyroll serves the anime community across events, theatrical, games, consumer products, collectibles, and manga publishing.
Anime fans have access to one of the largest collections of licensed anime through Crunchyroll and translated in multiple languages for viewers worldwide. Viewers can also access simulcasts — top series available immediately after Japanese broadcast.
The Crunchyroll app is available on over 15 platforms, including all gaming consoles.
Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Sony Group Corporation.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FanDuel Group, the premier online gaming company in North America, has promoted Andrew Sneyd to Executive Vice President of Marketing.
As the Executive Vice President of Marketing at FanDuel Group, Sneyd will oversee the core marketing functions across the company's full portfolio of brands within sports betting, daily fantasy sports, casino, advance-deposit wagering, retail, and free-to-play. Formerly the Senior Vice President of Brand, Sneyd will now steward growth marketing, media, customer engagement, and marketing operations, in addition to brand and product marketing strategy, creative, customer insight, press relations and partnership activation. During his tenure as Senior Vice President of Brand, Sneyd has championed the marketing engine to harness creativity for impact, advancing FanDuel's position as America's #1 Sportsbook and extending the lead over competition.
"Since his arrival at FanDuel, Andrew has elevated our creative efforts and continued our explosive growth," said Mike Raffensperger, Chief Commercial Officer for FanDuel Group. "His acumen for brand marketing has separated us from the field and under his leadership, I expect that we will continue to make moments matter more for our customers."
Sneyd brings more than 20 years of global marketing experience, specifically in the Fortune 100 consumer packaged goods and technology sector. Prior to joining FanDuel, he served as Vice President, Brand Marketing & Strategy at Priceline. Before joining Priceline in 2017, Andrew held multiple marketing leadership roles at Anheuser Busch InBev, where he led the creation of award-winning Super Bowl creative advertising for Budweiser.
FanDuel Group is an innovative sports-tech entertainment company that is changing the way consumers engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. The premier gaming destination in the United States, FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across gaming, sports betting, daily fantasy sports, advance-deposit wagering, and TV/media. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states with approximately 17 million customers. The company is based in New York with offices in California, New Jersey, Florida, Oregon, Georgia and Scotland. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment plc, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and a constituent of the FTSE 100 index of the London Stock Exchange.
Contact: Kevin Hennessy / FanDuel Group / press@fanduel.com
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Kansas spent the first 20 minutes forcing shots and passes, missing layups and pressing the issue instead of pressing forward.
The next 20 turned into a master class in coaching by Bill Self — with a spicy dash of Remy Martin.
No more big-game letdowns. Self had his elusive second national title.
Grounded by North Carolina in an ugly first half, Kansas tightened up on defense to rev up its transition game and completed the largest comeback in NCAA championship history with a 72-69 win over North Carolina on Monday night.
“I don’t know that we’ve ever had a team flip the script like we have in the NCAA Tournament, whether it be Miami in the Elite Eight or this game,” Self said.
The Jayhawks (34-6) started fast and faded even faster to fall into a 16-point first-half hole. A national-title drought that stretched to 2008 looked like it would extend at least another year.
Not so fast.
Self has shown a knack for making second-half adjustments during a Hall of Fame career and pulled off a whopper on the game’s biggest stage.
After trying to jam the ball into David McCormack in the first half, Self inverted his team’s post play by putting 6-foot-7 guard Christian Braun on the low block. Braun got a couple of early baskets in the post, triggering an early run that gave Kansas renewed life.
With North Carolina big man Armando Bacot away from the rim instead of protecting it, the Jayhawks found more driving lanes to shoot or kick out to the perimeter.
Kansas also got back to what it does best: Run. The Jayhawks got out in transition for layups and early offense during an opening 18-4 run, finding the offensive rhythm that went missing in the first half.
Kansas swarmed Bacot inside after a dominating first half — 12 points and 10 rebounds — as well as shut off driving lanes and tipped passes to put the Tar Heels (29-10) on their heels.
“Things weren’t going our way,” North Carolina’s R.J. Davis said. “The shots we usually make we were missing, coming up short.”
Martin added the spice.
The Pac-12’s leading scorer last season, he left Arizona State after four seasons for a chance to win a national title. Martin had an up-and-down season marred by injuries and his final collegiate game mirrored his whole year.
Forcing the issue in the first half, Martin shot 1 of 5 and had Self yelling at him to pass the ball. The good Martin showed up in the second half, taking the Jayhawks’ already-humming offense to another level.
“In the second half, I just tried to make something happen and shoot the shots with confidence,” said Martin, who scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half and finished 4 of 6 from 3.
Kansas gave North Carolina trouble with some early full-court pressure and point guard Dajuan Harris picked up his defensive intensity on Davis, who had 11 first-half points. Harris helped hold Davis to four second-half points and shut down North Carolina’s point of attack, leading to forced shots by the Tar Heels.
The misses turned into transition opportunities for Kansas, which, in turn, cleared space for McCormack, who finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds.
“They were getting a lot of transition buckets, getting a lot of points in the paint,” said North Carolina’s Caleb Love, who had 13 points on 5-of-24 shooting. “They were getting penetration, doing whatever they wanted to do.”
It was quite a turnaround from an ugly first half.
Kansas looked like the crisper team early, North Carolina like it was in a post-beating-Duke funk. It lasted all of four minutes, after which the Tar Heels put the Jayhawks on their heels.
Defensively, North Carolina cut off driving lanes, forcing Kansas’ guards into difficult shots. Even when they got to the rim, the Jayhawks were so rattled they blew open layups, leaving Self shaking his head.
North Carolina’s Leaky Black made Ochai Agbaji see red most of the half, harassing his every step — to the point Kansas wasn’t even looking for its star player until late.
The Jayhawks tried to take advantage of Bacot’s injured right ankle, yet the North Carolina big man held his ground against McCormack in the lane. Kansas’ center had a couple of early baskets, but tried to force the issue several times after that and ended up forcing up difficult shots.
North Carolina’s offense wasn’t exactly crisp, but it was gritty: The Tar Heels had 18 second-chance points on eight offensive rebounds to lead 40-25.
“Down 15 in a national championship game, I definitely have never been there,” said Braun, who had 12 points.
No one had and won. Self pulled the right strings to get it done.
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Fashion designer & entertaining expert Peter Som hosts an intimate gathering to celebrate the latest collaboration and showcase the ultimate hosting hack - the "Surprise & Delight" kit - now available for purchase for a limited time
NEW YORK, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With spring in the air and summer right around the corner, at-home entertaining is more prevalent than ever from brunches to barbecues to backyard gatherings. To help give hosts the tools they need to entertain with ease, Baileys Deliciously Light Liqueur, the latest addition to the Baileys portfolio made with 40% less sugar and 40% less calories than Baileys Original Irish Cream and Social Studies, the go-to resource for all things entertaining, have partnered to curate a stylish yet approachable tablescape ideal for springtime gatherings of all kind now available for rent through June 2022.
To celebrate the limited-edition kit entitled "Surprise & Delight", fashion designer & entertaining expert Peter Som hosted an intimate brunch in New York City on Thursday, June 2nd where he showed guests his tips and tricks for entertaining in style this season including Baileys Deliciously Light, a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways including in hot and iced coffee as well as an espresso martini.
The "Surprise & Delight" kit features full place settings for up to 4 guests, a signature Baileys Deliciously Light Iced Coffee recipe to treat your guests (Baileys Deliciously Light not included), as well as tools and ingredients to recreate the Baileys Deliciously Light Iced Coffee such as fluted glassware, Jade glass straws, edible cocoa dust, cold brew coffee beans and a coffee scoop. Consumers will also receive an assortment of keepable items exclusive to this collaboration, including a bundle of self-care and entertaining essentials perfect for a spring get-together.
"Since I can remember, I've always had a passion for food and design which has taken me on the path where I am today," said fashion designer & entertainment expert Peter Som. "Working alongside Baileys and Social Studies to showcase how easy hosting can be has been so fun, all you really need is a beautiful tablescape and a delicious cocktail such as a Baileys Deliciously Light Iced Coffee that pairs perfectly with a delectable food spread to really wow your guests!"
Stacey Cunningham, Director of Baileys & Liqueurs, Diageo North America adds, "Baileys Deliciously Light is our most versatile product offering yet, allowing for more occasions to treat yourself including daytime celebrations, brunch and many more. Partnering with Social Studies makes it more convenient than ever to host an event and create new ways to incorporate Baileys Deliciously Light during various spring and summer celebrations."
The "Surprise & Delight" kit will be available for rent through June 2022 on the Social Studies website for $72 per guest. Add a bottle of Baileys Deliciously Light for the full experience and celebrate the impulsive and imaginative treat moments of a playful, modern life available for purchase nationwide (wherever spirits-based beverages are sold) as well as online via Drizly.com.
Baileys encourages consumers of legal drinking age to treat themselves responsibly.
About BAILEYS Irish Cream Liqueur
BAILEYS launched in Ireland in 1974. It is now available in 180 markets worldwide and is the number one selling liqueur in the world. Owned by Diageo plc, BAILEYS is currently ranked 7th among all distilled spirits sold worldwide. It's the signature delicious balance of Irish Cream, whiskey and fine spirits that makes BAILEYS Original Irish Cream the perfect little indulgence when you need a break from your daily routine. The BAILEYS portfolio includes Original Irish Cream, Salted Caramel, Vanilla Cinnamon, Espresso Crème, Strawberries & Cream and Almande. For more information on BAILEYS Original Irish Cream, please visit us at www.BAILEYS.com.
About Social Studies
Social Studies is America's go-to for all things entertaining helping our customers gather better without the stress. Our flagship product is a rentable kit with everything needed to set a beautiful, Instagram-worthy table. We also offer a retail assortment of items from and inspired by our rentable looks, either pre-curated as bundles or a la carte, as well as entertaining essentials from games to candles. We are available nationwide and offer white glove customer service. We equip hosts with all the resources and tools they need, including pre-curated playlists on our Spotify channel that fit any mood and hosting tips and tricks on our editorial arm The Social.
About Peter Som
Peter Som is known for his signature use of color and pattern with streamlined feminine silhouettes, he's also widely known for his entertaining style and love of food. Peter's brand of effortless sophistication has extended to the food and home space, with recipes featured in numerous national publications and digital platforms. @petersom www.petersom.com
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Artists sought for projects at Centennial Plaza and Visit Canton at Hall of Fame Village
CANTON − Concepts and plans are being accepted for separate art projects at Centennial Plaza and the Hall of Fame Village.
Centennial Plaza's artwork will be football-themed on the exterior of a cooler at Jerzee's Café. Meanwhile, Visit Canton is seeking proposals for mural wall art that will be broader and representative of Stark County at its new welcome center opening at the Village's Fan Engagement Zone.
At the plaza in downtown Canton, the city is commissioning a professional artist or design team for the project, which is being done in collaboration with ArtsinStark and the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The application deadline is 4 p.m. Sept. 12.
Up to $20,000 is being budgeted for the art wrap, according to the city of Canton. The project is open to artists who live in Ohio.
Meanwhile, Visit Canton is taking submissions for the mural project at the Hall of Fame Village with a budget of up to $10,000. Expected to open next year, the visitor information center will not replace Visit Canton's downtown Canton location.
Sept. 23 is the deadline for artist submissions to Visit Canton.
'The perfect canvas for a piece of public art.'
After applications are submitted for the Centennial Plaza art project, the Planning Department will select finalists to be interviewed by a panel.
The panel will include the city's planning director, neighborhood planner, the president and CEO of ArtsinStark, the operator of Jerzee’s Café and the executive director of the Downtown Canton Special Improvement District.
One artist or artist and design team will be chosen.
For more information or to apply, go to: https://tinyurl.com/4vycwwap.
"The development of Centennial Plaza has provided an active public space that has strengthened the downtown core and enhanced the surrounding neighborhoods," the city's Department of Planning and Zoning posted on Facebook.
The cooler is attached to the rear of Jerzee's Café at 330 Court Ave. NW.
The addition of a large cooler has "resulted in the perfect canvas for a piece of public art that reflects the city of Canton's historic relationship to professional football and the formation of the National Football League," the art solicit says.
The selected applicant for the art wrap will be commissioned under a separate agreement for an additional art wrap of the public restroom and Centennial Plaza operations support facility to be constructed at Fourth Street and Court Avenue NW. That artwork should complement the public art at Jerzee's Café, according to the city.
More:Public restrooms coming to Canton's Centennial Plaza after council approval
'We'd love to see some really creative art there.'
Chris Maggiore, owner of Jerzee's Café, said he's excited about the football-themed artwork.
"There's a big canvas there," he said of the cooler, which was installed earlier this summer and will allow the restaurant to expand its menu. "It faces Fourth Street ― it's pretty good size."
"We'd love to see some really creative art there," Maggiore added, noting the football theme will match Centennial Plaza. "We can't wait to see what they're going to come up with, and it's going to be great."
Artwork, entertainment and restaurants and businesses work together to make downtown Canton a destination, he said.
"The reason we added the cooler is we wanted to be able to service our customers with the level of product they expect," Maggiore said. "We just didn't have the freezer capacity to do that; it was important for us to do that."
"It's really important that everybody in my opinion is in this together," he said of the downtown community. "And we're trying to create an atmosphere ... in downtown Canton, not just to go to one event (or business or restaurant) but to experience them all."
More:Visit Canton opening visitor center at Hall of Fame Village
Mural project at welcome center at Hall of Fame Village
Visit Canton is seeking proposals to create a mural wall inside the new visitor information center opening at Hall of Fame Village's Fan Engagement Zone, a fully enclosed, indoor retail space, which is under construction.
Details for artist submissions are available online through Visit Canton.
The roughly 915-square-foot indoor welcome center will feature a mural encompassing multiple walls, according to Visit Canton.
One individual or artist team will be selected based on their submitted qualifications, concept andability to execute the artwork, Visit Canton explained in its call for artists. The proposed artwork must be original and not previously published or licensed to any third party.
Students, professional artists and artist teams are invited to submit qualifications for consideration.The call is open to artists who live, work or study in Stark County. Visit Canton's executive staff will review submissions and select an application to award the project.
Visit Canton's intention is to open the visitor information center in the first quarter of 2023, said Allyson Bussey, the local tourism agency's president and CEO.
"We are aiming for January," she said. "The art installation will be complete and part of our opening."
"The objective is to create an original mural that showcases Canton and Stark County with the work of alocal artist," Visit Canton says on the submission form. "The piece should be vibrant, positive and representative of Stark County as a fun destination. It is intended that this be a desirable photo opportunity for visitors stopping in thewelcome center, and a conversation starter to expose visitors to unique things to do throughout StarkCounty."
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Company plans for growth in Kansas City, Denver and Beyond
KANSAS CITY, Kan., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Repairs Unlimited, Inc. (RUI), which manages fire and water restoration and reconstruction services, has recently partnered with Kansas City-based private equity firm Great Range Capital (GRC). With headquarters in Kansas City and a branch in Denver, the new partnership will allow RUI to focus on expansion in new and existing markets.
Founded in 1986, RUI provides restoration services to insurance adjusters, home owners, and government and commercial customers. RUI's unique approach, in which account representatives oversee every project from estimation to completion, provides unparalleled accountability and customer satisfaction. Accordingly, RUI has ranked near the top of Qualified Remodeler's annual ranking of the nation's largest firms every year since 1996.
"We're thrilled to be partnering with Great Range Capital," said Todd Wertz, who will remain President of RUI—a position he's held for over 15 years. "We look forward to growing the company through new customers and markets while continuing to provide what we're known for: exceptional service and construction."
"RUI is an impressive business that has demonstrated consistent growth for many years," said Ryan Sprott, GRC Managing Partner. "We're incredibly excited to support Todd and the RUI team in the company's next stage of expansion."
RUI will remain headquartered in Kansas City, Kansas.
Repairs Unlimited is a provider of fire and water restoration and reconstruction services for residential and commercial properties. Learn more at repairs-unlimited.com
Great Range Capital, a private equity firm based in greater Kansas City, primarily targets equity investments in Midwestern companies with revenues ranging from $20 to $150 million. Learn more at greatrangecapital.com.
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First "Do It Yourself' Hard Seltzer Mix for Home Soda Machines
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Splash Hard Seltzer is a newly launched, first of its kind premium hard seltzer mix, compatible with all home soda machines. Splash is an innovative product that takes the concept of "do it yourself" and introduces it to the hard seltzer beverage market, produced by Blu Wave LLC. Splash enables hard seltzer fans to create fresh, tasteful DIY hard seltzer cocktails from home.
Splash is an alcohol-based concentrate offered in a variety of tasty and fun flavors, such as Cucumber Mint Margarita, Mojito, Black Cherry, Lychee, Grapefruit, Sangria, and Raspberry.
Interested consumers can learn more about the Splash mix at splashhardseltzer.com/pages/about.
Josh Yashar, creator of Splash, seeks to capitalize off two popular trends in the hard seltzer space:
- serve the growing demand of low-carb and gluten-free products and
- introduce the convenience and the do-it-yourself character to consumers in the hard seltzer space
Shlomo Yashar, Managing Director of Blu Wave, confirms Splash will serve the public in new ways. "The Splash consumer is health-conscious and has a SodaStream©, Soda Sense© or other brand of sparkling water machine available. They purchased one of these machines because they enjoy making freshly carbonated customized beverages. They strive to reduce environmental waste from excess disposable containers," Shlomo said. "Besides providing a great tasting and enhanced experience, Splash promotes sustainability. The audience for Splash is large and ever expanding."
Blu Wave LLC has two primary target audiences:
- New concept hard seltzer drinkers
- Soda machine owners
Splash directly targets individuals who are invested in soda machines. Splash introduces an element of fun, creativity, socialization, and alcohol to the at home soda machine industry. "Simply put, Splash will turn any sparkling water machine into a party," Shlomo added.
In the beverage marketplace, Splash's established competitors consist of ready to drink and canned hard seltzers like White Claw, Truly, BudLight and Hinoon. Many of these prepackaged hard seltzers are 'malt based', as Splash is alcohol based. The benefit of Splash Hard Seltzer for consumers is having the freedom to enjoy their self-made freshly carbonated seltzer with a vodka "kick" right from their home. Splash offers freshly carbonated seltzer, flavoring, and vodka which makes the product a 'premium' hard seltzer.
"Blu Wave is looking to make a 'Splash' in the well-established soda machine market and the ever expanding beverage industry," Shlomo Yashar expressed.
Blu Wave LLC main headquarters are based out of 3100 North 29th court, 2nd floor, Hollywood, Florida, with secondary offices 250 Greenpoint Avenue, Brooklyn, New York.
To learn more about the Splash Hard Seltzer product, visit splashhardseltzer.com or social media platforms with the handle of @splashhardseltzer. If desired contact Splash's Managing Director, at shlomo@splashhardseltzer.com.
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Highlights technology and digital capabilities to enhance CCOH's competitive position and capture expanding out-of-home opportunity in the U.S.
Introduces expanded financial disclosures for the Americas segment, enhanced guidance for 2022 and long-term financial outlook
SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCOH) (NYSE: CCO) will host its first Investor Day today during which Scott Wells, Chief Executive Officer, Brian Coleman, Chief Financial Officer, and other senior leaders will discuss the Company's long-term strategy for the Americas business, including deployment of its technology and digital platform, to capture the expanding opportunity in out-of-home (OOH) advertising. Details of CCOH's expanded financial disclosures for its Americas business, enhanced guidance for 2022 and long-term financial outlook will also be presented.
"The outdoor advertising sector has evolved rapidly over the past several years, and the work we have done to innovate and modernize our asset base and operating infrastructure has resulted in a core and defensible media platform that is more relevant than ever," said Scott Wells. "Guided by our three strategic priorities of accelerating our digital transformation, improving customer centricity, and driving executional excellence, we have strengthened our competitive position, attracted more advertisers to our platform and captured greater share of advertising budgets. We are continuing to make our solutions faster to launch, easier to buy and more valuable by harnessing the power of data. Simultaneously, we are focused on increasing our operational efficiencies to drive greater margin and operating cash flow, strengthening our balance sheet and driving long-term shareholder value."
During the event, the presenters will focus on CCOH's competitive advantages and growth opportunity in its Americas business, including:
- CCOH's highly advantaged position in an established, growing advertising medium;
- Its investments in technology and digital innovations that are expanding the U.S. marketplace opportunity, including enhancing advertising sales and campaigns, expanding measurement tools and enabling programmatic capabilities that drive efficiency and data driven insights; and
- The company's attractive cash flow profile, including benefits from digital conversion, and how it enables investment in technology and accretive expansion and deleveraging opportunities.
Expanded Financial Disclosures for Americas Business
In conjunction with the Investor Day, CCOH is introducing expanded disclosures for its Americas segment. Going forward, CCOH will provide revenue and inventory metrics for its top 15 markets in the Americas segment, split by digital billboards, print billboards, digital transit and print transit. CCOH will also provide the split between digital and printed displays in its Airports business in the Americas segment. A table summarizing the revenue and inventory information for the LTM period as of Q2 2022 is included in the presentation materials for the Investor Day (see below), and the company intends to provide the disclosure on an annual basis together with its annual financial results.
CCOH is also introducing a new non-GAAP performance measure, Adjusted Funds from Operations (AFFO), to allow for greater comparability of CCOH's financial results with those of its closest peers, which are real estate investment trusts and present this measure. AFFO for the year ended 2021 and the six months ended June 30, 2022 is presented in the tables to this press release along with a reconciliation to net loss. See "Supplemental Disclosure Regarding Non-GAAP Financial Information and Segment Adjusted EBITDA" section herein for an explanation of the use of this financial measure.
Enhanced Guidance for Fiscal Year 2022
The company reaffirms all prior third quarter 2022 guidance and expects the following for the full year 2022:
- Consolidated revenue between $2,600 million and $2,635 million, excluding movements in FX1
- Americas revenue between $1,355 million and $1,375 million
- Europe revenue between $1,170 million and $1,190 million, excluding movements in FX1
- Consolidated net loss between $150 million and $123 million, excluding movements in FX1
- Adjusted EBITDA1 between $560 million and $590 million, excluding movements in FX1
- Americas Segment Adjusted EBITDA1 between $555 million and $570 million
- Europe Segment Adjusted EBITDA1 between $130 million and $145 million, excluding movements in FX1
- Consolidated cash interest payments of approximately $341 million
- Consolidated capital expenditures between $185 million and $205 million
The Company is introducing the following new non-GAAP performance measure:
- AFFO1 between $160 million and $180 million, excluding movements in FX
1 See "Supplemental Disclosure Regarding Non-GAAP Financial Information and Segment Adjusted EBITDA" section herein for an explanation of this financial measure.
Long-Term Financial Outlook
Over the next three years, CCOH expects that its pursuit of multiple avenues to drive advertising spend to OOH and its continued investment in digital deployments will drive continued growth. As a result, the company will provide certain long-term baseline growth outlooks at today's Investor Day, which are included in the presentation materials (see below).
Expected results, estimates and outlooks may be impacted by factors outside of the company's control, and actual results may be materially different from the guidance and long-term financial outlooks. See "Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements."
Webcast of Today's Investor Day Presentation
CCOH's presentation will be webcasted live starting at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) and is expected to conclude at Noon ET. The webcast and presentation materials can be accessed through Clear Channel Outdoor Holding's investor relations website at https://investor.clearchannel.com/home/default.aspx under "Events and Presentations." Presentation materials will be available on the Investor Relations section of CCOH's website today at approximately 8:30 a.m. ET. A replay of the webcast will be available following the event at the same link listed above.
About Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCO) is at the forefront of driving innovation in the out-of-home advertising industry. Our dynamic advertising platform is broadening the pool of advertisers using our medium through the expansion of digital billboards and displays and the integration of data analytics and programmatic capabilities that deliver measurable campaigns that are simpler to buy. By leveraging the scale, reach and flexibility of our diverse portfolio of assets, we connect advertisers with millions of consumers every month across more than 500,000 print and digital displays in 25 countries.
Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries (the "Company") to be materially different from any future results, performance, achievements, guidance, goals and/or targets expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The words "guidance," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "forecast," "goals," "targets" and similar words and expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, such as statements about our guidance, outlook, long-term forecast, goals or targets, our business plans and strategies, our expectations about certain markets, strategic review processes and our liquidity, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond our control and are difficult to predict.
Various risks that could cause future results to differ from those expressed by the forward-looking statements included in this press release include, but are not limited to: risks associated with weak or uncertain global economic conditions and their impact on the level of expenditures on advertising; heightened levels of economic inflation and rising interest rates; fluctuations in operating costs; supply chain shortages; our ability to achieve expected financial results and growth targets; the war in Ukraine and the associated global effects thereof; the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our operations and on general economic conditions; our ability to service our debt obligations and to fund our operations and capital expenditures; the impact of our substantial indebtedness, including the effect of our leverage on our financial position and earnings; industry conditions, including competition; our ability to obtain and renew key contracts with municipalities, transit authorities and private landlords; technological changes and innovations; shifts in population and other demographics; changes in labor conditions and management; regulations and consumer concerns regarding privacy and data protection; a breach of our information security systems and measures; legislative or regulatory requirements; restrictions on out-of-home advertising of certain products; the impact of the continued strategic review of our European business and assets, including a possible sale of all or a part thereof; our ability to execute restructuring plans; the impact of future dispositions, acquisitions and other strategic transactions; third-party claims of intellectual property infringement, misappropriation or other violation against us or our suppliers; the risk that indemnities from iHeartMedia will not be sufficient to insure us against the full amount of certain liabilities; risks of doing business in foreign countries; fluctuations in exchange rates and currency values; the volatility of our stock price; the effect of analyst or credit ratings downgrades; our ability to continue to comply with the applicable listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange; the ability of our subsidiaries to dividend or distribute funds to us in order for us to repay our debts; the restrictions contained in the agreements governing our indebtedness limiting our flexibility in operating our business; the phasing out of LIBOR; our dependence on our management team and other key individuals; continued scrutiny and changing expectations from investors, lenders, customers, government regulators and other stakeholders; and certain other factors set forth in our other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date stated, or if no date is stated, as of the date of this press release. Other key risks are described in the section entitled "Item 1A. Risk Factors" of the Company's reports filed with the SEC, including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. The Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements because of new information, future events or otherwise.
Supplemental Disclosure Regarding Non-GAAP Financial Information and Segment Adjusted EBITDA
Non-GAAP Financial Information
This press release includes information that does not conform to U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), including Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Corporate expenses, Funds From Operations ("FFO"), and Adjusted Funds From Operations ("AFFO"). The Company presents Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Corporate expenses, FFO and AFFO because the Company believes these non-GAAP measures help investors better understand the Company's operating performance as compared to other out-of-home advertisers, and these metrics are widely used by such companies in practice.
The Company defines, and uses, these non-GAAP financial measures as follows:
- Adjusted EBITDA is defined as consolidated net income (loss), plus: income tax expense (benefit); all non-operating expenses (income), including other expense (income), net, loss on extinguishment of debt, and interest expense, net; other operating expense (income), net; impairment charges; depreciation and amortization; non-cash compensation expenses included within corporate expenses; and restructuring and other costs included within operating expenses. Restructuring and other costs include costs associated with cost savings initiatives such as severance, consulting and termination costs and other special costs.
The Company uses Adjusted EBITDA as one of the primary measures for the planning and forecasting of future periods, as well as for measuring performance for compensation of Company executives and other members of Company management. The Company believes Adjusted EBITDA is useful for investors because it allows investors to view performance in a manner similar to the method used by Company management and helps improve investors' ability to understand the Company's operating performance, making it easier to compare the Company's results with other companies that have different capital structures or tax rates. In addition, the Company believes Adjusted EBITDA is among the primary measures used externally by the Company's investors, analysts and peers in its industry for purposes of valuation and comparing the operating performance of the Company to other companies in its industry.
- As part of the calculation of Adjusted EBITDA, the Company also presents the non-GAAP financial measure of "Adjusted Corporate expenses," which the Company defines as corporate expenses excluding restructuring and other costs and non-cash compensation expense.
- The Company uses the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts ("Nareit") definition of FFO, which is consolidated net loss before depreciation and amortization of real estate, gains or losses from the disposal of real estate, impairment of real estate and adjustments to eliminate unconsolidated affiliates and noncontrolling interest. The Company defines AFFO as FFO before (i) maintenance capital expenditures; (ii) straight-line rent effects; (iii) depreciation and amortization of non-real estate; (iv) loss on extinguishment of debt; (v) amortization of deferred financing costs and discounts; (vi) share-based compensation; (vii) deferred taxes; (viii) restructuring and other costs; (ix) transaction costs; (x) foreign exchange transaction gain or loss; (xi) non-service related pension costs or benefits; and (xii) other items including adjustment for unconsolidated affiliates and noncontrolling interest and nonrecurring infrequent or unusual gains or losses.
The Company is not a Real Estate Investment Trust ("REIT"). However, the Company competes directly with REITs that present the non-GAAP measures of FFO and AFFO and, accordingly, believes that presenting such measures will be helpful to investors in evaluating the Company's operations with the same terms used by the Company's direct competitors. The Company calculates FFO in accordance with the definition adopted by Nareit. Nareit does not restrict presentation of non-GAAP measures traditionally presented by REITs by entities that are not REITs. In addition, the Company believes FFO and AFFO are already among the primary measures used externally by the Company's investors, analysts and competitors in its industry for purposes of valuation and comparing the operating performance of the Company to other companies in its industry. The Company does not use, and you should not use, FFO and AFFO as an indication of the Company's ability to fund its cash needs or pay dividends or make other distributions. Because the Company is not a REIT, the Company does not have an obligation to pay dividends or make distributions to stockholders and does not intend to pay dividends for the foreseeable future. Moreover, the presentation of these measures should not be construed as an indication that the Company is currently in a position to convert into a REIT.
A significant portion of the Company's advertising operations is conducted in foreign markets, principally Europe, and Company management reviews the results from its foreign operations on a constant dollar basis. The Company presents the GAAP measures of consolidated revenue and revenue and Segment Adjusted EBITDA for the Europe segment, as well as the non-GAAP financial measures of Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Corporate expenses, FFO and AFFO, excluding movements in foreign exchange rates because Company management believes that viewing certain financial results without the impact of fluctuations in foreign currency rates facilitates period-to-period comparisons of business performance and provides useful information to investors. These measures, which exclude the effects of foreign exchange rates, are calculated by converting the current period's amounts in local currency to U.S. dollars using average foreign exchange rates for the comparable prior period.
Since these non-GAAP financial measures are not calculated in accordance with GAAP, they should not be considered in isolation of, or as a substitute for, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures as an indicator of operating performance or, in the case of Adjusted EBITDA, FFO and AFFO, the Company's ability to fund its cash needs. In addition, these measures may not be comparable to similar measures provided by other companies. See reconciliations of consolidated net loss to Adjusted EBITDA, corporate expenses to Adjusted Corporate expenses and consolidated net loss to FFO and AFFO in the tables set forth below. This data should be read in conjunction with the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, Form 10-Qs and Form 8-Ks. These reports are available on the Investor Relations page of the Company's website at investor.clearchannel.com.
Segment Adjusted EBITDA
The Company has two reportable segments, which it believes best reflect how the Company is currently managed: Americas and Europe. The Company's remaining operating segment, Latin America, does not meet the quantitative threshold to qualify as a reportable segment and is disclosed as "Other".
Segment Adjusted EBITDA is the profitability metric reported to the Company's chief operating decision maker for purposes of making decisions about allocation of resources to, and assessing performance of, each reportable segment. Segment Adjusted EBITDA is a GAAP financial measure that is calculated as Revenue less Direct operating expenses and SG&A expenses, excluding restructuring and other costs. Restructuring and other costs include costs associated with cost savings initiatives such as severance, consulting and termination costs and other special costs.
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Which Mega Construx Game of Thrones toy is best?
“Game of Thrones” fandom cannot be understated. Its popularity spans countless countries around the world and includes millions of viewers. The show aired on HBO from 2011 until 2019 and included a total of 73 episodes which averaged over 40 million viewers each week. The story followed seven kingdoms in the fictional world of Westeros as they vied for control of territory.
Along the way, the characters saw endless wars, countless betrayals and plenty of dragons. All of these themes can be seen in the toy collection released by popular manufacturer Mega Construx. Overall, the best “Game of Thrones” toy is the Mega Construx Drogon Building Set that features the infamous Drogon breathing deadly fire.
What to know before you buy a Mega Construx Game of Thrones toy
Characters
The cast of characters in “Game of Thrones” is massive. There are 52 main characters alone, plus hundreds with recurring roles and one-off scenes. Of the main cast, there are a notable few who have made their way into the Mega Construx collection. Daenerys Targaryen and Jon Snow are two of the show’s core cast that have found themselves in toy form. Eddard Stark, also known as Ned Stark, is also a Mega figure, along with Tyrion Lannister.
Dragons
Dragons were just as much a part of the fabric of the “Game of Thrones” story as the human characters themselves. In the show, dragons breathe fire and are closely connected to the world of magic. They’re dangerous creatures but they can be tamed and used for the interests of humans. Dragons hatch through eggs but they’re extremely rare because the species is extinct. Daenerys Targaryen was gifted dragon eggs which were miraculously hatched and helped revive the species. Mega Construx has included this plot point in their toys by producing dragon toy figures with eggs.
Black Series
“Game of Thrones” figures are a part of Mega Construx’s Black Series. This is a collection of toys designed specifically for people over the age of 16. They’re much different than their other Mega toy counterparts because of their level of detail and adult themes. These themes include Tesla electric vehicles, “Call of Duty” toys and of course, “Game of Thrones.” The Black Series is geared toward adults who are collectors of themed toys.
What to look for in a quality Mega Construx Game of Thrones toy
Full battles
Any “Game of Thrones” fan knows how important battles were to their stories; not to mention, they were just flat out enthralling to watch on screen. Fortunately for hardcore fans of the show, Mega Construx released two different scenes from the Battle of Winterfell that can be combined to create an epic battle display. There’s also the White Walker battle featuring Jon Snow and the Night King. These sets can include several characters, castle walls, ladders, horses and weapons.
Ships
Many of the battles and famous scenes from the show took place on massive sea ships. The Targaryen Warship, for example, is a part of the Mega Construx Game of Thrones Collection and comes in an impressive 723-piece set. The ship features movable sails and a lot of detail through the ship’s exterior. This large piece is perfect for your display shelf due to its 18-inch length. As a bonus, this set comes with four character figures, including Daenerys Targaryen.
Set scenes
In addition to the ships and battle scenes, there are also a few set pieces that can help bring to life your display shelf. There’s an Iron Throne set that includes over 200 pieces of the infamous royal seat covered in swords. Each of the 15 swords can be removed from the throne and used by any of the four figures that come with the set. In the capital of the 7 Kingdoms you’ll find the Red Keep, an enormous red castle that houses the Iron Throne. This 5-inch by 5-inch figure is highly detailed; however, it will not physically hold the Iron Throne set.
How much you can expect to spend on a Mega Construx Game of Thrones toy
Mega Construx Game of Thrones toys cost $10-$15.
Mega Construx Game of Thrones toy FAQ
Does Mega Construx still make Game of Thrones toys?
A. According to the Mega Construx website, the Game of Thrones Collection has been archived. However, you can still find some pieces for sale on sites like Amazon.
How many Mega Construx Game of Thrones toys are there?
A. Mattel in cooperation with Mega Construx has released more than a dozen different “Game of Thrones” toys. These included several dragons, individual character figures and large-scale ships and full scene sets from the show.
What’s the best Mega Construx Game of Thrones toy to buy?
Top Mega Construx Game of Thrones toy
Mega Construx Drogon Dragon Building Set
What you need to know: This Drogon dragon set from “Game of Thrones” shows the fierce beast sitting atop a broken egg.
What you’ll love: The dragon is displayed using a post that comes from the top of an egg holding the creature up by its belly. You can articulate the dragon by its head, wings, tail and legs allowing you to recreate scenes and postures from the show. Its wings are extended and it has a breath of fire coming out of its mouth.
What you should consider: You must pull apart the egg to reveal the dragon inside.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Mega Construx Game of Thrones toy for the money
Mega Construx Black Series Eddard Stark
What you need to know: This detailed figure from “Game of Thrones” shows Eddard Stark standing stoically with his sword.
What you’ll love: The figure wears a long cape with a fur collar along with maroon gloves and a plaid kilt. He also wears a utility belt and comes with a sword for recreating your favorite battles. A Mega block platform is included that reads “Eddard Stark” and is used to keep the figure upright.
What you should consider: The entire piece is made with plastic and doesn’t have any fabric clothing.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Mega Construx Rhaegal Dragon Building Set
What you need to know: This colorful set shows Rhaegal from “Game of Thrones” flying above his green and yellow egg.
What you’ll love: There are 30 pieces in total in this set that features Rhaegal, the dragon from the wastelands of Lhazar. It’s fully buildable and has poseable limbs and wings. The dragon sits atop a cracked egg, giving it the impression of flight using a display stand.
What you should consider: This simple set is best displayed alongside other “Game of Thrones” toys.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A Los Angeles jury awarded a former employee of the Huy Fong Foods, Inc. Sriracha plant $1,025,000 in his retaliation suit.
Juan Bravo was employed as a mixer at the plant in Irwindale for approximately four years. The company, known for its famous Sriracha sauce, made changes to its ventilation system in response to a suit by the City of Irwindale and its residents regarding the facility's fumes. Bravo, who had asthma, began experiencing difficulty with his breathing.
Bravo raised several complaints about needing accommodation, including needing N95 face masks and transferring out of the mixing room, which went ignored. He was then terminated for allegedly contaminating food product while cleaning a machine, despite doing so consistent with his training and despite other employees doing the same without any like punishment.
The jury on Monday found that Huy Fong Foods, Inc. had retaliated against Bravo after he raised several concerns, and also failed to engage in a good faith interactive process, claims arising under the Fair Employment and Housing Act.
"This verdict sends a clear message: retaliating against an employee who raised health concerns cannot and will not be tolerated," said Anthony Nguyen, a Shareholder with Shegerian & Associates.
The lawsuit had been filed and tried by Shegerian and Associates on behalf of Bravo in Los Angeles Superior Court (Case No. BC706093).
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New Work-Shuttering Tech Encourages Workers to Close Down at the End of the Work Day to Enjoy Time with Friends
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With mounting societal pressure to be constantly busy, rapid adoption of new work technology and a global pandemic forcing a complete overhaul of where and when work gets done, workers have increased their average working day by 2.5 hours, according to NordVPN Teams. When added up, all these extra hours are negatively impacting overall employee wellbeing, translating to less time spent with friends and family or pursuing personal hobbies.
HEINEKEN® is addressing this growing work life imbalance with The Closer, an outlandish high-tech bottle opener that immediately shuts all work applications when a bottle of Heineken is opened with it. Dramatized in a campaign film as the antidote to the increasing demands of our always-on work culture, The Closer bottle opener itself is a satirical symbol for the power every worker has to close down at the end of the day.
"As a brand, we have always stood for creating moments of shared connections with others," said Bram Westenbrink, Global Head Heineken® Brand at HEINEKEN. "With the once-rigid boundaries between work and personal time rapidly deteriorating following the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to spark a much-needed conversation about the importance of resisting the societal pressures to be in a constant state of busy work and encourage workers around the world to reprioritize social and leisure time with the people who matter most."
The Closer bottle opener will be announced at an exclusive launch event reminiscent of iconic tech announcements. A keynote address by Billy Eichner will unveil the only gadget that can help solve a core problem caused by other remote-work enabling technologies. By overemphasizing the necessity of such a high-tech marvel, Eichner will remind us all that everyone already has everything they need to close down right at their fingertips.
Workers in the United States will be able to enter for their chance to win a Closer bottle opener on June 8, 2022 at www.heineken.com/closer. But fans will have to act quickly, as the promotion will only be open from 10 am - 11:59 pm ET. More devices will be made available in additional markets in the coming months.
Once all the Closer bottle openers are claimed, HEINEKEN® will encourage workers in the United States to block their calendars at the end of the day with a Calendar Closer to prevent coworkers from scheduling meetings after working hours. Workers who are first to use the Calendar Closer at www.heineken.com/closer will be rewarded with beer money to enjoy social time with their friends.
"As people continue to feel like they have to work all the time, they're forgetting that disconnecting is even an option," said Bruno Bertelli, Global Chief Creative Officer of Publicis Worldwide, the lead agency that created the campaign. "That's why we created The Closer. It's not just technology; it's a social provocation to help people see that the pressure to work all the time is getting a little ridiculous and we all have the power to log off and go hang out with our friends again."
As a business with over 80,000 employees around the world, HEINEKEN® has not been immune to the increased demands placed on its vast workforce. An employee wellbeing program was established in 2021 to identify causes of work life imbalance around the world, with a dedicated team responsible for identifying and sharing best practices to address them. This year and beyond, the team plans to host over 1,000 workshops in 80+ countries to find new ways of working to better support the professional, emotional, social and physical wellbeing of all employees. This campaign was created to spark conversation, and for HEINEKEN®, it starts by empowering its own employees.
"While work life imbalance is an issue felt around the world, it can't be solved with just one policy change," said Yolanda Talamo, Global Head of Human Resources at HEINEKEN. "This high-tech bottle opener is a symbol that acts as a catalyst for change, but the work is ahead of us. We are asking all of our employees to help us identify practical solutions that take into account the cultural nuances in each of the countries we operate in so everyone can enjoy more balance between their work and personal time."
This is the first campaign from HEINEKEN® that launches "For a Fresher World," a new creative expression that aims to refresh the world by showing life tastes better with an open mind. With this new approach, campaigns will strive to challenge the obvious, reconsider stereotypes and oppose tired cliches. With this first effort, HEINEKEN® is inspiring people around the world to stop overworking and open their minds to what can happen after the work stops.
To learn more about the The Closer global campaign, visit www.heineken.com/closer.
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About HEINEKEN
HEINEKEN is the world's most international brewer. It is the leading developer and marketer of premium beer and cider brands. Led by the Heineken® brand, the Group has a portfolio of more than 300 international, regional, local and specialty beers and ciders. We are committed to innovation, long-term brand investment, disciplined sales execution, and focused cost management. Through "Brewing a Better World," sustainability is embedded in the business.
HEINEKEN has a well-balanced geographic footprint with leadership positions in both developed and developing markets. We employ over 85,000 employees and operate breweries, malteries, cider plants and other production facilities in more than 70 countries. Heineken N.V. and Heineken Holding N.V. shares trade on the Euronext in Amsterdam. Prices for the ordinary shares may be accessed on Bloomberg under the symbols HEIA NA and HEIO NA and on Reuters under HEIN.AS and HEIO.AS. HEINEKEN has two sponsored level 1 American Depositary Receipt (ADR) programmes: Heineken N.V. (OTCQX: HEINY) and Heineken Holding N.V. (OTCQX: HKHHY).
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Patio umbrellas recalled after reports of catching fire
(Gray News) – A nationwide recall has been issued for SunVilla patio umbrellas after reports of them catching fire.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall includes all 10-foot Solar LED Market Umbrellas sold from Costco from December 2020 through May 2022.
The umbrellas have LED lights on the arms of the umbrella and a black solar panel battery puck at the top.
SunVilla has received several reports of the battery overheating, including three instances of solar panels catching fire while charging the AC adapter indoors.
There have been two reports of the umbrellas catching fire when the puck overheated while attached to the umbrella.
Anyone with the umbrella should remove the solar panel puck from the top of the umbrella and store it out of the sun. Do not charge the puck with the AC adapter.
The umbrellas and solar pucks can be returned to any Costco Warehouse for a full refund. Consumers can also contact SunVilla for instructions on how to receive a refund.
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Son of a New York judge who participated in January 6 riot in costume receives 8-month sentence
By Holmes Lybrand
The son of a New York judge was sentenced to eight months behind bars Friday for civil disorder and stealing police equipment during the January 6, 2021 US Capitol attack.
During the riot, Aaron Mostofsky — who prosecutors say was dressed as a caveman during the attack — joined a group of rioters fighting against a line of police officers who were adjusting a fence barricade.
Mostofsky pushed on other rioters to add to the thrust against police. Later, Mostofsky stole a police vest, which he donned on top of his costume that day, and a riot shield which he says were both abandoned.
“You were literally on the front lines of this attack,” district Judge James Boasberg said during the sentencing in a Washington, DC, courtroom. “You were there pushing against police barricades,” he added, noting that Mostofsky was also part of the first group of rioters to enter the Capitol on the side of the Senate wing.
“Without conduct like yours … the barricades wouldn’t have fallen, the Capitol wouldn’t have been overrun, people would not have been killed,” the judge said.
Boasberg, however, said he was “struck by the details” in the over 30 letters he received on Mostofsky’s behalf, describing his charitable work and selflessness. “Those do lessen the time I’m going to give you,” the judge said.
Mostofsky — whose father is Kings County Supreme Court Judge Steven “Shlomo” Mostofsky — pleaded guilty in February to civil disorder, theft of government property and entering and remaining in a restricted area.
He was also sentenced to pay $2,000 in restitution for damage done to the Capitol during the riot as well as 200 hours of community service during his year of probation following his time in jail.
“When it started to get chaotic … I started to make bad decisions,” Mostofsky said Friday, choking on his words at times.
He referred to the riot as a “war scene” and said he “did not intent to harm any police officers.”
Mostofsky begged the judge to “have mercy.”
‘Stuck in the fantasy’
During the hearing, Mostofsky’s attorney, Nicholas Smith, argued that his client was not dressed as a caveman but instead was attending the rally as a “zelig,” which, according to Smith, is based on a character who appears in key moments of history.
“It’s a silly concept,” Smith said, adding that Mostofsky “wears costumes at all kinds of events.”
Before handing down his sentence, Boasberg noted how Mostofsky seemed to view the riot at the time “almost as if this were a play, a performance…” like it was “a fantasy game.”
“You somehow got stuck in the fantasy of a stolen election,” Judge Boasberg said, citing Mostofsky’s apparent interest in Star Wars.
“I hope you’ll leave some of the fantasy world behind,” Boasberg concluded. “Your indulgence in that fantasy has led to this tragic situation.”
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NEW YORK, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of The Toronto-Dominion Bank ("Toronto-Dominion" or the "Company") (NYSE: TD). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Toronto-Dominion and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
In May 2022, shareholders of First Horizon Corporation ("First Horizon"), the bank holding company for First Horizon Bank, voted to approve First Horizon's acquisition by Toronto-Dominion. Then, on June 15, 2022, CNBC reported that "Lawmakers led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren asked a key regulator to block Toronto-Dominion Bank's $13.4 billion acquisition of [First Horizon] because of allegations of customer abuse. In a letter sent Tuesday to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency obtained exclusively by CNBC, Warren cited a May 4 report by Capitol Forum, a Washington-based investigative news outfit, that alleged that TD used tactics similar to those in the Wells Fargo fake accounts scandal." On this news, Toronto-Dominion's stock price fell sharply, damaging investors.
The Pomerantz Firm, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Paris is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, the Pomerantz Firm pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 80 years later, the Pomerantz Firm continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomerantzlaw.com
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — About nine years ago, Sarah Knowlton sought an abortion at a now-closed clinic in northern Indiana, where she encountered anti-abortion protestors as she approached the entrance.
Knowlton reflected on how that experience drove her in 2019 to Whole Woman’s Health, another abortion clinic in South Bend, to train workers to take patients safely to its doors, creating a resource she wished she had years ago.
But the program — and Knowlton’s work at the clinic — will end Sept. 15, when Indiana’s abortion ban comes into force, effectively closing down abortion clinics statewide.
Indiana’s Legislature became the first in the nation to approve abortion restrictions after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, and Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the ban into law Aug. 5.
The ban, which has exceptions, prohibits abortion clinics from providing any abortion care, leaving such services solely to hospitals or outpatient surgical centers owned by hospitals.
“My last shift as a clinic escort is coming up,” Knowlton said Wednesday. “And I’m not ready for it.”
At Indiana University Health, which is the state’s largest hospital system, providers have been training to continue offering abortion care in the allowed circumstances.
Under the new law, abortions will be permitted only in cases of rape and incest before 10-weeks post-fertilization; to protect the life and physical health of the patient; or if a fetus is diagnosed with a lethal anomaly.
A doctor who performs an illegal abortion or who fails to file required reports must lose their medical license.
IU Health officials outlined a new 24/7 response team — which will include a clinician, an ethicist and a lawyer — that providers can contact to evaluate nuanced emergency situations.
“The law is broad,” said Dr. Caroline Rouse, medical director of maternity services at IU Health. “Patient situations are very specific and unique.”
Last year, the majority of abortions in Indiana happened in abortion clinics. Hospitals performed 133 of the state’s 8,414 abortions, according to a 2021 annual report from the state Department of Health, while the remaining 8,281 took place in abortion clinics.
The clinics in Indiana that will not be able provide abortion services on Sept. 15, include Whole Woman’s Health in South Bend, Women’s Med in Indianapolis, and Clinic for Women in Indianapolis.
The four Planned Parenthood clinics that provide abortion care in Indiana will do so no longer, but will continue to see patients for other medical services such as STI testing and treatment, contraception and cancer screenings, said Rebecca Gibron, CEO of the Planned Parenthood division that includes Indiana.
“Planned Parenthood has been a leading reproductive health care provider in Indiana since 1932. And we are not going anywhere,” Gibron told the AP in August.
Sharon Lau, Midwest Advocacy Director for Whole Woman’s Health Alliance, said that though the South Bend clinic will cease abortion care, patients can still access a program that directs patients to abortion appointments in other states.
“We will keep going until we’re forced not to,” she said.
Clinic for Women in Indianapolis declined to talk to The Associated Press.
Lau said her clinic’s plans could hinge on two lawsuits filed by the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana that seek to block the abortion ban before it takes effect.
The first lawsuit, filed Aug. 31 in a Monroe County, states the ban violates the Indiana Constitution, while the one filed Thursday in Marion County claims the ban is at odds with the state’s religious freedom law, which Republicans enacted seven years ago. The timing of both lawsuits is unclear.
Mike Fichter, Indiana Right to Life CEO, said in a statement that delaying the ban would mean “the indiscriminate killing of unborn children will continue at abortion clinics in Indiana.”
“We are confident the state will prevail and pray the new law is not blocked from going into effect,” he said.
Women’s Med will also stop providing abortions after the ban but continue referring patients to states where abortion is legal until about one month after, said Dr. Katie McHugh, an abortion provider at the clinic.
McHugh said she’s seen a shift in patient behavior since the Indiana ban was passed. While some are pursuing abortion earlier, others are choosing surgical over medication abortions to avoid complications, she said.
Other patients assume abortion is already illegal, “and yet they choose abortion anyway, if that can demonstrate the desperation that people feel,” McHugh said.
Knowlton said she worries for those patients who will put their health or lives at risk if they cannot get an abortion. She knows that feeling; it was her mindset nine years ago.
“I was going to find a way, come hell or high water, whether there was a clinic I was able to access or not,” Knowlton said.
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Williams, Randulic, Lyon to represent Stark County in Ohio North-South girls basketball games
Stark County will be represented by three players in Friday’s Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Association North-South Girls Games at Newark High School.
GlenOak’s Breezie Williams and Perry’s Meredith Randulic will play for the North in the Division I-II game, while Fairless’ Grace Lyon will play for the North in the Division III-IV game.
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Williams was a three-year starter at point guard for GlenOak, which won two district titles, two Federal League championships and one regional title during that span.
The lightning-quick Williams, a 5-foot-5 New Hampshire recruit, averaged 15.8 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.5 assists this past season as a senior. She earned player of the year from the Federal League and the District 4 coaches association Division I. She also was third team All-Ohio after being second team as a junior. GlenOak went 19-4, won the Federal League outright and finished as district runner-up.
Randulic, also a third team All-Ohioan, scored a Federal League-best 17.7 points a game. A multi-talented 5-9 guard, she added 5.6 rebounds and 3.5 assists a game. Randulic scored 1,210 career points to finish second in Perry history. She will play her college ball for Ashland University.
More:Final 2021-22 Stark County-area boys and girls high school basketball statistical leaders
Williams and Randulic will be joined on the North by players such as Hoban’s Lanae Riley and New Philadelphia’s Ajia Schreffler.
Lyon was the Division III District 4 Player of the Year. The 6-foot-1 forward led Stark County in scoring at 17.8 points a game and was in rebounding at 11.3 a night. She scored 1,065 career points. Lyon will play her college ball at West Liberty.
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Why checking into this hotel could heal a broken heart
Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN
Everyone has their own way of dealing with heartbreak. Some turn to their friends for support, some turn to TV streaming services and some turn to ice cream.
But what if you could check yourself into an alcohol- and technology-free retreat for a long weekend of “transformational therapy” as well as scenic views, all with the purpose of healing your broken heart?
The Heartbreak Hotel, run by counseling psychologist Alice Haddon and author and life coach Ruth Field, is offering just that.
Launched in late 2021, the residential retreats, specifically designed for women, are held at Barsham Barns, a private home located on the coast of UK county Norfolk.
The Heartbreak Hotel was dreamed up by Haddon, who had taken a break from practicing after the death of her mother, and found herself rethinking the way in which therapy is implemented traditionally.
‘Heartbreak connects us’
Haddon says she was listening to a radio program on romantic fraud and realized that there were few services available for women struggling to overcome different types of heartbreak.
She began exploring the possibility of a “radical” new concept in transformational therapy that could provide exactly what she felt women dealing with all forms of heartbreak really needed within a group setting.
“We believe that heartbreak connects us to the essence of what it is to be human, and that our vulnerability is also the birthplace of compassionate change and daring creativity,” Haddon says in a statement.
Haddon then went about putting together an all female team and Field, one of her oldest friends, soon came on board.
“We think of the retreat as an intensive care unit for the heart: hot water bottles, blankets, warm drinks, crackling fires, nobody lifts a finger, everyone is taken care of so completely in order that they can give themselves over to the therapy,” Field tells CNN Travel.
The retreats, which run from Friday through to Monday, can be attended by a maximum of eight women at a time.
“This space is created, which is very safe, in which these women are taken on this journey,” adds Field. “It’s really a realignment and self discovery away from the heartbreak and towards a new way of being.
“So they’re freed from, not just their heartbreak, but from all the sort of structures around which women get lost a lot of the time, like service to others and all of the other roles that we [women] have to deal with.
“Trauma can get stuck in the body and we have an EMDR specialist who comes in and works on releasing that trauma for our guests.” EMDR, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, is a technique to unlock and defuse painful memories.
Beach visits
Aside from intensive group therapy sessions, those who check in to the Heartbreak Hotel will also benefit from a menu of plant-based, heart-healing nutritious (and delicious) meals “designed to inspire and nourish your broken heart,” as well as fireside gatherings and walks along some of Norfolk’s beautiful beaches.
“The location is very important,” says Field. “Being by the sea and having daily trips to the beach are absolutely critical as well.
“That sense of the vastness of the ocean, and the smell of the sea, all of that is just so good for healing. It really does help release stress — the cortisol levels go down.
“And of course, the heartbreak is also a period of intense stress on the body, so we do spend quite a lot of time working with that in an organic way.”
The Heartbreak Hotel’s first two retreats, named “Moving Beyond Betrayal,” and “Healing Your Heartbreak'” centered on romantic heartbreak and feedback from guests has been hugely positive.
The team make a point of grouping together women who have had similar experiences.
“That’s how the group therapy seems to work the best,” explains Field. “They can identify with each other in that way that you can really identify with somebody who’s had a similar experience [to you] and it keeps it very specific.”
Those interested in attending one of the Heartbreak Hotel’s retreats must fill out a detailed questionnaire, which can be found on the website, indicating why they’d like to take part.
Once this has been submitted, a “long call” is set up between the potential guest and either Haddon or Field to assess their suitability.
“We do spend quite a lot of time trying to curate the right guests each retreat,” says Field. “We never turn anyone away, but we have often redirected women elsewhere, to other therapeutic services for example, if they aren’t suitable for the retreat.”
Technology and alcohol free
According to Field, the absence of mobile phones and alcohol is hugely important when it comes to ensuring that guests really open up during the intensive group therapy sessions.
“They need to sit with their feelings, and anything that takes them away from that isn’t considered to be valuable in terms of their journey,” she says, before explaining that each guest will receive around eight hours of therapy a day delivered in the group.
“There are also these daily trips to the beach,” she adds. “There’s not a huge amount of free time in between any of this. It’s quite intensive, deep therapeutic work.”
The retreats each cost £2,500 (around $3,275).
Haddon and Field are currently looking into potential retreats focusing on areas such as sibling rivalry, menopause, as well as dealing with the loss of a loved one.
But whatever their reason for checking in might be, the team ultimately have the same aim for every heartbroken guest who walks through their doors.
“Our mission at The Heartbreak Hotel is for all our guests to leave feeling strong and free to act according to their own love values and needs,” says Haddon.
In 2021, Swedish bed manufacturer Hastens opened the world’s first Hastens Sleep Spa Hotel, dedicated to providing guests with a good night’s sleep, in Coimbra, Portugal.
Meanwhile, a Kentucky hotel is allowing guests to bring their plants along with them so that they need not worry about watering them while their away, in what’s described as the “world’s first plant-friendly hotel experience.”
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WASHINGTON, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about the risk of battery fires with King Song electric unicycles. CPSC urges consumers to stop using the unicycles with model number KS-16S immediately and dispose of them at a recycling facility or household hazardous waste collection point.
CPSC is aware of one fire associated with the electric unicycles that resulted in smoke inhalation injuries to two consumers and caused substantial property damage to a commercial building. CPSC tested the product and determined the battery pack can overheat and presents a risk of fire.
The electric unicycles are made by King Song Intell Co. Ltd., of China, and are imported and sold by EWheels LLC, of Miami Beach, Florida, and other firms.
King Song and EWheels have refused to recall the product.
King Song is printed on the unicycle's pedals. The electric unicycles are white, silver, matte black or black with a black tire and have multi-colored lights that light up on the outside of the unit when in use. The serial number of affected products begins with "KS16S." The serial number is printed on a label on both pedals. The model number KS-16S is represented by KS16S at the beginning of the serial number.
The unicycles are currently being sold for between $1,200 and $1,350 online at www.ewheels.com and other retailers.
CPSC urges consumers not to purchase or sell these electric unicycles due to the hazard identified. Report a dangerous product or a product-related injury on www.SaferProducts.gov.
About the U.S. CPSC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC.
For lifesaving information:
- Visit CPSC.gov.
- Sign up to receive our e-mail alerts.
- Follow us on Facebook, Instagram @USCPSC and Twitter @USCPSC.
- Report a dangerous product or a product-related injury on www.SaferProducts.gov.
- Call CPSC's Hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
- Contact a media specialist.
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Officials rule shooting deaths of elementary teacher, her 2 children as murder-suicide
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF/Gray News) - An investigation into the deaths of an elementary school teacher and her children in South Carolina has revealed that they died in a murder-suicide, according to authorities.
The Horry County Coroner’s Office said the cause of death of the children, 11-year-old Eric and 8-year-old Emily Moberley, is homicide. Their mother, Laura Moberly, died by suicide.
Officials confirmed to WMBF that the deaths have been ruled a murder-suicide.
The Horry County Police Department and Horry County Coroner’s Office said the 42-year-old teacher and her two children were all found shot to death at a home on Centennial Circle last week.
Records from family court show a legal order of separation was filed by Moberly’s husband, William, on June 13.
The latest filings were dated Aug. 30, the same date on which a temporary hearing was scheduled.
Officers were called to the home the day after the scheduled hearing, where they found the three of them dead.
Moberley taught at Carolina Forest Elementary School, which is also where Emily attended.
According to the funeral home, services are planned for Thursday for Moberley and her two children.
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HARTFORD, Conn., April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Covr Financial Technologies (Covr), a leading digital life insurance platform, has completed its Series B fundraising round including new investor Stone Point Ventures, and strong existing investor participation from Sony Innovation Fund by IVG, Aflac Ventures, Allianz Life Ventures, Connecticut Innovations, Fairview Capital, Contour Venture Partners, Commerce Ventures and Tribeca Early Stage Partners.
Covr's digital insurance technology is rapidly becoming the platform of choice for financial institutions and independent agents by offering a single digital insurance journey for multiple insurance carriers and product types. Covr's partners include some of the largest financial institutions, banks, and wealth management firms in the United States. Covr is the only embedded insurance platform that has both an advisor-facing and DTC platform on the same technology stack. This offers Covr's partners and their customers more options and the ability to transact business in a more efficient and customer friendly manner.
"We saw great success with this round of fundraising, and adding Stone Point Ventures to our list of investors is very exciting," said Michael Kalen, Covr CEO. "This fund raise will allow Covr to continue to grow and lead the way in digital insurance solutions that make the process simpler and more engaging for advisors and consumers."
"We are thrilled to participate in this round," said Peter Longo from Connecticut Innovations. "We've watched Covr grow and expand its digital insurance offering and look forward to continued innovations in this growing space."
Covr's fund raise will provide growth capital to continue to build market-leading digital insurance technology and support a growing number of distribution partnerships, financial advisors and insurance producers.
About Covr Financial Technologies
Covr partners with financial brands to provide life insurance solutions to their customers in an efficient, easy way that streamlines the process of selling and buying policies. Covr offers a choice of trusted life insurance products from leading insurance carriers, an easy way to compare rates, and the ability to purchase policies within minutes. Through its digital insurance solutions, Covr helps financial institutions deliver a great experience under the brand their customers already trust. Covr currently serves over 25,000 financial advisors and over 40 million customers across over 30 financial institutions. More information is available at www.covrtech.com or follow Covr at @covrtech and on LinkedIn.
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ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A pair of rare giant anteater twins were born at the Abilene Zoo.
The twins, a boy and a girl, were born March 28 to two-and-a-half-year-old mother Demo, and they still require intensive care.
“Because it is rare for a giant anteater to give birth to twins and be able to adequately nourish two pups, the Abilene Zoo Animal Care Specialists have kept close watch of mother and babies, weighing the pups daily,” zoo officials explain.
Animal care specialists have decided to hand-raise the female anteater pup because she wasn’t gaining weight, and the male is under Demo’s care with the hope of getting the whole family together as soon as the female reaches critical growth milestones.
It’s unknown when the female will be available for public viewing, mom Demo is currently out on display in her exhibit and some guests have even seen the male pup riding on her back.
Abilene Zoo officials provided the following information about Giant anteater pups:
Giant Anteater pups stay close to mom for the first six weeks of life, riding on mother’s back and hiding under her front legs for protection. After the first month has passed, the pups will begin to spend more time on the ground, but will still ride on the mother’s back quite frequently. A giant anteater pup is usually weaned at about nine months of age, and leaves its mother when it is full grown, at just under two years of age. Although the giant anteater is not an endangered species, the population is becoming increasingly hard to find in its native South America. | https://cw33.com/news/rare-twin-giant-anteater-pups-born-at-abilene-zoo/ | 2022-04-08T19:25:56Z |
Aetna CVS Health Individual and Family Plans combine the quality health insurance coverage of Aetna®, with convenient, affordable care options to help members achieve their best health.
WOONSOCKET, R.I., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aetna, a CVS Health® company (NYSE: CVS), will offer Aetna CVS Health hybrid-branded insurance through the individual insurance exchange marketplace in Texas (in select counties), by expanding the geography for available benefits for affordable access to health care for more Texans.
"With millions of Americans being uninsured or underinsured, our plans provide quality care, at an affordable price and the ability to conveniently access this care using virtual technology and in-person care in their communities," said Jeffrey Ottmers, MD, Regional Medical Director, Texas, Aetna. "By bridging the gap between people and the support and services they need, we can offer a human-centered approach where, when and how they need us."
With the launch of these plans, members will have access to Aetna's comprehensive network of primary care doctors, mental health providers, specialists and hospitals. Plus, convenient and affordable care options through telehealth and participating walk-in clinics – removing more barriers to accessing care.
Aetna CVS Health ACA exchange products bring together the coverage of Aetna and convenient local care options. It's health insurance done differently and features:
- Quality care with Aetna's robust network of primary care doctors, specialists and hospitals
- Affordable care with plans that include in-network $0 virtual* and walk-in clinic care**
- Care on your schedule with 24/7 access to virtual care, plus nationwide access to participating walk-in clinics, including 1,100 MinuteClinic® locations
"We understand that everyone has their own unique circumstances and making health care simple, easy and affordable is how we are meeting them where they are on their journey," said LaMonte Thomas, South Central Market President, Aetna. "We're ensuring more Texans – and Americans – can get access to Aetna's quality care. We are uniquely positioned to work with consumers to achieve better outcomes across our local provider and pharmacy networks along with walk-in clinics and our virtual care options."
The Aetna CVS Health ACA plans are comprehensive health care plans that provide care and coverage for:
- Pediatric services, including oral and vision care
- Ambulatory patient services (outpatient services)
- Emergency services
- Hospitalization
- Maternity and newborn care
- Mental health and substance use disorder services, including behavioral health treatment
- Prescription drugs
- Rehabilitative and habilitative services (those that help patients acquire, maintain, or improve skills necessary for daily functioning) and devices
- Laboratory services
- Preventive and wellness services and chronic disease management
This new offering will be available in select Texas counties, including Aransas, Bee, Bexar, Brazoria, Collin, Comal, Dallas, Denton, Duval, El Paso, Ellis, Fort Bend, Galveston, Guadalupe, Harris, Hays, Hunt, Jim Wells, Johnson, Kaufman, Kendall, Kleberg, Montgomery, Nueces, Parker, Rockwall, San Patricio, Tarrant, Travis, Williamson and Wise.
Aransas, Bee, Collin, Dallas, Denton, Duval, Ellis, Jim Wells, Johnson, Kaufman, Kleberg, Nueces, Parker, Rockwall, San Patricio, Tarrant and Wise counties are new areas for 2023 open enrollment.
*Members may be required to pay a cost-share based on what medical services were received and the type of provider a member visits. Please consult benefit documents for more details. Includes select services. Members enrolled in qualified high-deductible health plans must meet their deductible before receiving covered non-preventative services at no cost-share. However, such services are covered at negotiated contract rates.
**Includes select walk-in clinic services. Not all walk-in clinic services are covered. Please consult benefit documents to confirm which services are included. Members enrolled in qualified high-deductible health plans must meet their deductible before receiving covered non-preventative walk-in clinic services at no cost-share. However, such services are covered at negotiated contract rates. This benefit is not available in all states. Access to MinuteClinic and other in-network walk-in clinics may vary by geography. For a complete list of participating walk-in clinics, log in to Aetna.com and use our provider search tool.
Filings in Texas are complete. Final approval to entry is pending state and federal reviews/certifications.
About Aetna
Aetna, a CVS Health business, serves an estimated 34 million people with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care. Aetna offers a broad range of traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental and behavioral health plans, and medical management capabilities, Medicaid health care management services, workers' compensation administrative services and health information technology products and services. Aetna's customers include employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans, health care providers, governmental units, government-sponsored plans, labor groups and expatriates. For more information, visit www.aetna.com and explore how Aetna is helping to build a healthier world.
About CVS Health
CVS Health® is the leading health solutions company, delivering care like no one else can. We reach more people and improve the health of communities across America through our local presence, digital channels and over 300,000 dedicated colleagues – including more than 40,000 physicians, pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners. Wherever and whenever people need us, we help them with their health – whether that's managing chronic diseases, staying compliant with their medications or accessing affordable health and wellness services in the most convenient ways. We help people navigate the health care system – and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. Follow @CVSHealth on social media.
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WASHINGTON, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Jen Judson, President of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, President of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the death of Ukrainian journalist Oleksandr Makhov who was recognized Thursday in remarks by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
"The number of journalists in Ukraine continues to be diminished as a result of Russian aggression with the loss of well-known television reporter Oleksandr Makhov. Makhov worked for Ukraine TV and Ukraine 24, but he was serving in the Ukrainian army at the time of his death. His unit was struck by Russian shelling while in the Kharkiv region. Makhov volunteered to serve at the time of the Russian invasion. He had also served briefly after Russia invaded in 2014. Between conflicts he could regularly be seen as an on-air television reporter. Journalists are generally considered to be citizens when they are not serving in the armed forces and so firing upon journalists is considered a war crime. In this case, Makhov was part of a military unit and so his loss is not a war crime in the conventional sense. Still, his loss represents the 13th journalist killed in this conflict and, sadly, he will not be returning to report after the conflict concludes."
Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists. The Club has 3,000 members representing nearly every major journalism organization and is a leading voice for Press Freedom in the United States and worldwide.
The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire civic engagement.
Contact: Bill McCarren, 202-662-7534 for the National Press Club
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CEO pay rose 17% in 2021 as profits soared; workers trailed
NEW YORK (AP) — Even when regular workers win their biggest raises in decades, they look minuscule compared with what CEOs are getting.
The typical compensation package for chief executives who run S&P 500 companies soared 17.1% last year, to a median $14.5 million, according to data analyzed for The Associated Press by Equilar.
The gain towers over the 4.4% increase in wages and benefits netted by private-sector workers through 2021, which was the fastest on record going back to 2001. The raises for many rank-and-file workers also failed to keep up with inflation, which reached 7% at the end of last year.
CEO pay took off as stock prices and profits rebounded sharply as the economy roared out of its brief 2020 recession. Because much of a CEO’s compensation is tied to such performance, their pay packages ballooned after years of mostly moderating growth.
In many of the most eye-popping packages, such as Expedia Group’s, valued at $296.2 million and JPMorgan Chase’s $84.4 million, boards gave particularly big grants of stock or stock options to recently appointed CEOs navigating their companies through the pandemic or to established leaders they wanted to convince to hang around.
The CEOs often can’t cash in on such stock or options for years, or possibly ever, unless the company meets performance targets. But companies still must disclose estimates for how much they’re worth. Only about a quarter of the typical pay package for all S&P 500 CEOs last year came as actual cash they could pocket.
Whatever its composition, the chasm in pay between CEOs and the rank-and-file workers they oversee keeps widening. At half the companies in this year’s pay survey, it would take the worker at the middle of the company’s pay scale at least 186 years to make what their CEO did last year. That’s up from 166 a year earlier.
At Walmart, for example, the company said its median associate made $25,335 in compensation last year. That means half its workers made more, and half made less.
That’s up 21% from $20,942 a year earlier and came as the company’s average hourly wage for U.S. associates rose from $14.50 in January 2021 to more than $17 currently. That increase was bigger than the raise CEO Doug McMillon got, on a percentage basis. But his 13.7% raise netted him a total package valued at $25.7 million.
Anger is growing over such an imbalance. Surveys suggest Americans across political parties see CEO pay as too high, and some investors are pushing back.
Workers are trying to organize unions across the country, and the “Great Resignation” has emboldened millions to quit to find better jobs elsewhere. The U.S. government counted more than 4 million quits during April 2021 alone, the first time that happened. The monthly number has since topped 4.5 million twice.
“That is going to add a huge cost to corporate bottom lines, to have these kind of turnover rates,” said Sarah Anderson, director of the global economy project at the progressive Institute for Policy Studies.
“They should be thinking about what kind of message they’re sending to those people, about whether they’re really valued in their jobs,” Anderson said. “When the guy in the corner office is making several hundred if not thousands of times more, that’s sending a really demoralizing message.”
Gains for CEO pay had been slowing in recent years, with the median rise easing from 8.5% in 2017 to 4.1% in 2019. It ticked back up to 5% in 2020, which was a complicated year because the pandemic shut down the economy and profits at many companies tanked.
For 2020, many companies rejiggered the intricate formulas they created to determine their CEOs’ pay. The tweaks made up for losses caused by the pandemic, something many boards said was an extraordinary event outside the CEO’s control.
Then came 2021. Thanks to a reopened economy, super-low interest rates from the Federal Reserve and other factors, stock prices soared and the S&P 500 jumped nearly 27%, setting records through the year. Earnings per share soared roughly 50%.
Throughout the year, CEOs had to navigate snarled supply chains and shortages of chips and other key materials that impacted businesses across industries, said Dan Laddin, a partner at Compensation Advisory Partners, a consulting firm that works with boards.
“All this led to a desire to really reward” executives, said Kelly Malafis, also a partner at Compensation Advisory Partners, “because the financial performance was there, and the view was that management teams were exceptional in navigating the situation and delivering results.”
Last year’s 17.1% leap for median pay of S&P 500 CEOs was the biggest since a 23.9% surge for 2010 compensation packages, according to the data analyzed by Equilar.
Consider Marry Barra, CEO of General Motors. Her industry was particularly hard hit by the shortage of computer chips, which snarled auto production.
Even so, GM’s board highlighted how the company still delivered record earnings before interest, taxes and some other items. The automaker also accelerated development of its electric vehicles. Those are two of the factors that influence Barra’s pay, and her compensation climbed 25.4% to $29.1 million.
“I would hope that the corporation making record profits would recognize that the workers doing the work are the ones generating the revenue,” said Dave Green, a hot metal driver at a GM facility in Bedford, Indiana. “We’re just trying to get by.”
He cited in particular temporary workers making roughly $16 hourly, who have to work years before coming on as full-time employees and don’t get many opportunities for days off in the meantime.
“The new people coming in, their kids are not going to be able to have the opportunities my kids had,” said Green, who has two daughters and started at GM as a summer helper in 1989.
Closer to the top of the rankings for CEO pay last year was JPMorgan Chase’s Jamie Dimon, whose compensation package valued at $84.4 million was the fifth-highest in the AP survey. That was up 166.7% from a year earlier, and most of it came from an award of stock options valued at $52.6 million.
The board said it provided the options because of its desire for Dimon, who is 66, to keep leading the company for significantly more years and a “unique inflection point in Mr. Dimon’s tenure.” It also said the options weren’t a part of his regular annual compensation and that he must wait at least five years to begin exercising them.
Even so, only 31% of investors at JPMorgan Chase’s annual meeting of shareholders recently gave a thumbs up on Dimon’s pay package. The vote is only advisory, though, and doesn’t force the company to make changes.
Last year, a median of 92.6% of shareholders approved what’s called their “Say On Pay” vote in the AP’s survey. That was down just a bit from 93.4% the year before.
The AP’s and Equilar’s compensation study included pay data for 340 CEOs at S&P 500 companies who have served at least two fiscal years at their companies, which filed proxy statements between Jan. 1 and April 30. Some high-profile CEOs are not included because they don’t fit the criteria, such as Amazon’s Andy Jassy and Twitter’s Parag Agrawal. The survey does not count changes in the value of CEOs’ pension benefits and some other items in its totals for compensation.
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AP Business Writers Matt Ott, Tom Krisher, Anne D’Innocenzio, Michael Liedtke and Ken Sweet contributed.
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VAEK to enroll veterans in VA Healthcare at Mayetta event
MAYETTA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Eastern Kansas VA Healthcare System will host an event to find rural veterans with health conditions that qualify them or the families they left behind for compensation.
The Eastern Kansas VA Healthcare System says Tribal and State Veteran Service Officers, as well as other knowledgeable advocates, will host a presumptive conditions event between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 6. It said the event is open to veterans, spouses, widows and widowers of veterans and will be held at the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Casino Event Center, 12305 150th Rd.
VAEK said staff will be on hand to help fill out VA claim paperwork and review claims on the spot with the hope of same-day approval.
The healthcare system also noted that staff will be on hand to enroll veterans not currently enrolled in VA health care.
VAEK indicated that veteran benefit information and help will be available from local Vet Centers, the State Department of Veterans Affairs, Suicide Prevention, Veterans Health Administration Homeless programs and services for veterans.
The event is free and lunch will be provided. However, attendees are asked to bring the following documents, if available, to help expedite and process claims quicker and more efficiently:
- Medical records/medical evidence (e.g., doctor or hospital reports)
- Any documents that provide historical or military information needed for the disability you are claiming
- Discharge or separation papers (DD 214 or equivalent)
- Dependent records (e.g., marriage certificate, death certificate, children birth certificates),
The VA noted that the event is focused on identifying and helping veterans across Kansas who may have presumptive disabilities and could be eligible for a VA pension claim. It said a presumptive disability is a condition the VA presumes related to military service, - which qualifies for VA compensation - while the condition could first appear after discharge.
“With the focus on Veterans with presumptive disabilities and those who are pension eligible, VA is hopeful we can help Indian Country Veterans access the full range of benefits they have courageously earned through their service,” said Stephanie Birdwell, director, VA’s Office of Tribal Government Relations. “In addition, whatever capacity you served in the military, if you are unsure or just have questions for the team, please feel free to come and ask and allow us the ability to research for you.”
The VA said it realizes the initiative could have a direct, proven impact on the lives of thousands of previously unreachable veterans and their spouses.
In addition, VAEK noted that spouses and widows or widowers could be eligible for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation when a veteran dies as a result of these presumptive disabilities.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Producers Guild of America has elected Hollywood veterans Stephanie Allain and Donald De Line as its new presidents, the organization said Tuesday.
Allain, a longtime producer behind films like “Dear White People,” “Hustle & Flow” and “Beyond the Lights,” is the first woman of color to assume the role in the organization’s history. De Line’s credits include “Ready Player One,” “The Italian Job” and “Pain & Gain.”
The nonprofit trade group represents more than 8,000 producers in film, television and new media and is behind the annual Producers Guild Awards, which has become the best bellwether for predicting the eventual best picture winner at the Oscars.
In a joint statement, Allain and De Line said that, “We will continue to educate the industry on the role of the producer, support producers’ efforts for fair and commensurate compensation and benefits, welcome and encourage a more diverse membership, and endeavor to attain broader healthcare coverage while educating members on the current benefits and opportunities available to them.”
They replace outgoing presidents Gail Berman and Lucy Fisher who were in the role since 2018, during which they helped guide the guild through changes from the #MeToo revolution, the Black Lives Matter protests of 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/stephanie-allain-donald-de-line-to-lead-producers-guild/ | 2022-08-24T20:32:32Z |
NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WorkGenius, a freelance technology company has acquired US based JBC, a staffing company, in a landmark deal that together, will aim to transform the freelance staffing industry through proven operations, great people, and cutting edge technology.
The combined company will be close to $100m in revenue, with EBITDA in the high teens and more than 250 employees. The company grows north of 50% YoY, driven by a tenured team, unique technology product, strong trends of digitalization in the human capital space, and a shift to flexible workforce models.
"Our goal has always been to transform the $600bn freelance industry, to make it more equitable and accessible through our technology. Partnering with JBC and its entire team is a big step towards achieving that goal. Both teams share the same vision and we are looking forward to providing unprecedented access to the best talent through our AI powered WorkGenius platform, hybrid, or, direct with our trusted recruiter and consultant network. We see this partnership as a major benefit to our clients, our freelancers and to both our teams." says Marlon Rosenzweig who will be the new CEO of WorkGenius Holdings, based out of New York City.
Based in NY, JBC which operates primarily in the US, UK, Spain, France, Canada and Hong Kong, was founded by Bryan Zaslow. Zaslow will continue to lead the organization forward supporting a robust offering of freelance and permanent search work.
WorkGenius was founded in Hamburg, Germany, by Marlon Rosenzweig and Daniel Barke. The success of the end-to-end freelance management platform led to its US expansion, now headquartered in NYC. WorkGenius has seen tremendous growth due to the digitization of the human capital space, a shift to freelance from traditional employment, and strong growth in the served end markets.
Rounding out the executive management team will be Daniel Barke (Chief Revenue Officer), and Keith Geller (Chief Operations Officer).
"The JBC team is thrilled to join forces with Workgenius and excited to bring the power of Workgenius' technology to our clients, affording them access to a lightning fast matching algorithm that can provide the most qualified talent and a freelance management tool to manage contingent workforces compliantly on a global scale. Our future will have a unique offering of pure tech and hybrid, empowering our teams" adds Zaslow.
The company headquarters will continue to be located in NYC, USA with offices across the US, London, England, and Hamburg, Germany.
Chad Leat, former Vice Chair of CitiGroup, joins existing equity investors including John Jahr and Axel Sven Springer. Investcorp BDC and CION Invest Corp provide the debt facility and also invested in the equity.
"Freelance adoption is like a flywheel driven by the talents' preference to work flexibly, as well as companies desiring to have a more flexible workforce. The end markets we serve have seen strong tailwinds, in addition to a seismic shift to more freelancing in the workforce. We intend to maintain our rapid growth both organically and inorganically on a global scale." adds Rosenzweig.
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Special Weather Statement issued May 26 at 4:08PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
At 407 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 14 miles southeast of Richfield to 6 miles west
of Minidoka to near Albion. Movement was northeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include…
Rupert, Lake Walcott, Declo, Albion, Minidoka, Cold Water Rest Area,
Acequia, Yale Rest Area, Bear Trap Airport, Kimama, Pilar Butte,
Laidlaw Corrals Airport and Interstate 84 And 86 Junction.
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While tree stands can provide hunters a great way to pursue deer, they should not overlook important safety precautions before using a stand this season.
SOCIAL CIRCLE — While tree stands can provide hunters a great way to pursue deer, don’t overlook important safety precautions before using a stand this season. Most hunting incidents that occur are due to falls, or other safety issues, with tree stands. In fact, out of 36 incidents in 2021, 20 were tree stand use related, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.
If using a tree stand, review the following safety tips:
— When using a non-climbing portable or ladder stand, hunters should securely fasten the stand to the tree and install ladders or steps according to the manufacturer’s directions.
— Hunters should always wear a Fall-Arrest System Full Body Harness during ascent and descent and follow manufacturer’s usage instructions. Be aware that single-strap belts and chest harnesses are no longer recommended and should not be used. Failure to use a FAS could result in serious injury or death.
— Hunters should always attach their FAS in the manner described by the manufacturer. Failure to do so may result in suspension without the ability to recover into the tree stand. Be aware of the hazards associated with full-body harnesses and the fact that prolonged suspension in a harness may also be fatal.
— Have in place a plan for rescue, including the use of cellphones or signal devices that may be easily reached and used while suspended. If rescue personnel cannot be notified, you must have an alternate plan for recovery or escape. If you have to hang suspended for a period of time before help arrives, exercise your legs by pushing against the tree or doing any other form of continuous motion or use your suspension relief device.
— Consider your personal physical condition before going out. If you do not have the ability to recover or escape from an FAS, it is recommended that you hunt only from the ground.
— Hunters should always use a haul line to pull their gear and unloaded firearm or bow into their tree stand. Never climb with anything in your hands or on your back. Prior to descending, lower equipment to the ground on the opposite side of the tree.
— Staying awake and alert is important. Hunters should avoid taking medications that cause drowsiness prior to hunting. Also, never use alcohol or drugs before or while hunting.
— Hunters should always inform someone of where they are hunting and what time they expect to return.
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CMA Fest bans Confederate flag imagery at country music festival
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The CMA Fest is prohibiting any Confederate flag imagery at its four-day festival, following similar bans at other country music festivals.
In a statement provided to The Tennessean, the Country Music Association said the decision to enact the policy this year was based on the personal safety of fans and to prevent discrimination.
“This year’s CMA Fest is our first major fan-facing event in nearly three years. We have always had policies in place that protect the safety of our fans and ban discrimination, but we felt it was important to further refine our language to explicitly outline what will and will not be tolerated,” the statement said.
After a two-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the annual festival that began in 1972 returns to Nashville, Tennessee, starting June 9. The festival regularly attracts about 50,000 country music fans.
Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California, this year banned Confederate flag imagery and any other “divisive symbols” and “racially disparaging” displays.
Country star Maren Morris has urged other country singers to call on festivals and shows to ban the flag. Luke Combs has also apologized for previously appearing with the Confederate flag, saying there was no excuse.
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TORONTO (AP) — Simona Halep of Romania won her third National Bank Open title Sunday, beating Beatriz Haddad Maia of Brazil 6-3, 2-6, 6-3.
The 30-year-old Halep, also the 2016 and 2018 winner in Montreal, won her 24th WTA Tour and first since switching to Patrick Mouratoglou as her coach.
“It’s tough to compare,” Halep said about the three victories. “I’m a different person. I’ve changed so much. But the happiness of winning a title is the same. This tournament is a pretty big tournament, it’s a great tournament.
“It’s a great victory, in my opinion. I really take it with both hands. It gives me an extra boost to believe that there is more to come.”
Halep admitted earlier this season that she was considering retiring from professional tennis in 2021 after falling out of the top 10.
“When I started the year I was not very confident and I set the goal to be, at the end of the year, top 10. And here I am,” said Halep, who will jump to No. 6 on Monday. “So, it’s a very special moment. I will enjoy it. I will give myself credit. I’m just dreaming for more.”
The 26-year-old Haddad Maia played her first WTA Masters event final. In June, she won consecutive grass-court events in Nottingham and Birmingham in England for her first two tour titles.
“I think we are improving a lot every single day,” Haddad Maia said. “Not even in the matches, but, outside of the tour, when we are practicing. We are taking care of my body. We are doing good things.”
She beat top-ranked Iga Swiatek in the round of 16.
Later, Coco Gauff took the top spot in the doubles rankings when she teamed with fellow American Jessica Pegula to beat Nicole Melichar-Martinez and Ellen Pere 6-4, 6-7 (5), 10-5 in the final.
The 18-year-old Gauff and Pegula won their second title as a team. Gauff and Pegula were the runners-up at the French Open in June, when Gauff also reached her first singles Grand Slam final before losing to Swiatek. | https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/simona-halep-wins-3rd-national-bank-title-needs-3-sets/ | 2022-08-15T17:19:33Z |
WASHINGTON, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amplify Publishing Group, formerly known as Mascot Books, is pleased to announce an equity investment by Mudita Venture Partners and the appointment of two board members.
"As the nation's leading hybrid publisher, Amplify Publishing Group has a stellar reputation and an established track record of helping authors successfully bring their content to market," said Josh Linkner, managing partner at Mudita.
Linkner has been founder and CEO of five tech companies and currently serves as founding partner of ImpactEleven, a leading keynote speaker training organization. He is the author of four books, including two New York Times bestsellers, and will serve as APG's chairman.
"APG identified the need for a high-quality alternative to traditional publishing that provides authors with next-level service, and they have proven they can fill that void," said Linkner.
APG also welcomes the talents of longtime business journalist and media executive Eric Schurenberg to its board as director and editor-in-chief. Schurenberg was most recently the CEO of Mansueto Ventures, home to Inc. and Fast Company. In his role at APG, Schurenberg will steer the company's editorial direction.
"This company is revolutionizing and expanding not only the world of books, but also the topic areas their titles cover. I have been a fan of the organization for a while. Now, I am excited to be a part of the team," Schurenberg said.
"We are pleased to welcome Josh Linkner and Eric Schurenberg to the APG family," said publisher and CEO Naren Aryal. "The investment from Mudita Venture Partners coincides with our twentieth anniversary and our consolidation of our imprints under the Amplify Publishing Group umbrella. We are ready to continue working with exceptional authors on impactful titles."
A pioneer in the field of hybrid publishing, APG is known for bringing high-quality books to market across genres and experience levels—making the company one of the leading change agents in the push to democratize publishing. APG is currently home to six imprints: Amplify Publishing, RealClear Publishing, Tagged Publishing, Mascot Books, Subplot Publishing, and Mascot Kids.
Learn about Josh Linkner [here], Eric Schurenberg [here], or Naren Aryal [here]. Visit Mudita Venture Partners [here].
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TAMPA. Fla., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The DoubleLine Yield Opportunities Fund (the "Fund"), which is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DLY, has declared a distribution of $0.1167 per share for the month of August 2022. The distribution is subject to the following ex-dividend, record and payment dates set by the Fund's Board of Trustees.
This news release is not for tax reporting purposes. The news release has been issued to announce the amount and timing of the distribution declared by the Board of Trustees. Distributions may include ordinary income, capital gains or return of capital. The amount of distributable income and the tax characteristics of the Fund's distributions are determined at the end of the taxable year. In early 2023, the Fund will send shareholders a Form 1099-DIV specifying how the distributions paid by the Fund during the prior calendar year should be characterized for purposes of reporting the distributions on a shareholder's tax return.
The Fund's investment objective is to seek a high level of total return, with an emphasis on current income. DoubleLine believes active asset allocation across a broad range of fixed income sectors with a disciplined approach to risk management offers value-added opportunities for both income and capital growth. The Fund cannot ensure that it will achieve its investment objective, and investing in the Fund involves risks, including the risk that you may receive little or no return on your investment or that you may lose part or even all of your investment.
DoubleLine Capital is an investment adviser registered under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. DoubleLine's offices can be reached by telephone at (213) 633-8200 or by e-mail at info@doubleline.com. Media can reach DoubleLine by e-mail at media@doubleline.com. DoubleLine® is a registered trademark of DoubleLine Capital LP.
To read about the DoubleLine Yield Opportunities Fund, please access the Semiannual and Annual Reports, when available, at www.doublelinefunds.com or call 877-DLINE11 (877-354-6311) to receive a copy. Investors should consider the Fund's investment objective, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. An investment in the Fund should not constitute a complete investment program.
This document is not an offer to sell securities or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities, nor shall there be any sale or offer of these securities, in any jurisdiction where such sale or offer is not permitted.
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Shares of closed-end investment companies frequently trade at a discount to their net asset value, which may increase investors' risk of loss. This risk may be greater for investors expecting to sell their shares in a relatively short period after the completion of the public offering. There are risks associated with investment in the fund.
An investment in the Fund involves certain risks arising from, among other things, the Fund's ability to invest without limit in debt securities that are at the time of investment rated below investment grade or unrated securities judged by DoubleLine to be of comparable quality (a category of investment that includes securities commonly referred to as "high yield" securities or "junk bonds"). Securities of below investment grade quality are regarded as having predominantly speculative characteristics with respect to the issuer's capacity to pay interest and to repay principal when due. An investment in the Fund is also subject to the risk of the use of leverage. Investments in debt securities typically decline in value when interest rates rise. This risk is usually greater for longer-term debt securities. Investments in asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities include additional risks that investors should be aware of including credit risk, prepayment risk, possible illiquidity and default, as well as increased susceptibility to adverse economic developments.
Past performance is no guarantee of future results. The Fund may invest in foreign securities which involve greater volatility and political, economic and currency risks and differences in accounting methods. These risks are greater for investments in emerging markets. Investments in lower rated and non-rated securities present a greater risk of loss to principal and interest than higher rated securities. Investment strategies may not achieve the desired results due to implementation lag, other timing factors, portfolio management decisions-making, economic or market conditions or other unanticipated factors. In addition, the Fund may invest in other asset classes and investments such as, among others, REITs, credit default swaps, short sales, derivatives and smaller companies which include additional risks. The Fund is a non-diversified, limited term, closed-end management investment company.
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Distributions include all distribution payments regardless of source and may include net income, capital gains, and/or return of capital (ROC). ROC should not be confused with yield or income. The Fund's Section 19a-1 Notice, if applicable, contains additional distribution composition information and may be obtained by visiting www.doublelinefunds.com. Final determination of a distribution's tax character will be reported on Form 1099 DIV and sent to shareholders. On a tax basis, as of July 30, 2022, the estimated component of the cumulative distribution for the fiscal year to date would include an estimated return of capital of $0.0846 (7%) per share. This amount is an estimate and the actual amounts and sources for tax reporting purposes may change upon final determination of tax characteristics and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations.
Any tax or legal information provided is merely a summary of our understanding and interpretation of some of the current income tax regulations and is not exhaustive. Investors must consult their tax advisor or legal counsel for advice and information concerning their particular situation. Neither the Fund nor any of its representatives may give legal or tax advice.
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(NEXSTAR) — Ever considered changing your name? Depending what your first name is, it’s likely you have. Data from the Social Security Administration shows certain names are changed more often than others.
The administration recently told the Washington Post which names are the most often changed. WaPo says the administration used information from 2017 until the present — and the top 2 most changed names were the atypical “Issac” and “Chole.” These are believed to be misspellings of “Isaac” and “Chloe,” respectively, though it’s noted there’s no way to know for certain.
Rankings also include the names people often change their names to.
According to Behind the Name, which tracks name etymology, genesis and popularity based on scholarly linguistic sources and a user-submitted database, “Isaac” — which originates to Hebrew and the Old Testament — has always been commonplace. Since 2001, “Isaac” has remained within the top 50 most popular names, per BtN data.
It’s also important to note that though “Issac” may be a misspelling of “Isaac” for some namers, the spelling is a variant of “Isaac” in some cultures.
“Chloe,” meanwhile, appears to have fallen out of favor around 1943 — when it was ranked as the 952nd most popular name — before seeing a resurgence in popularity around 1982, Behind the Name reports. Chloe eventually cracked the top 10 in 2008, and has stayed in the top 30 since. In 2021, Chloe was actually the 24th most popular name.
In its tracking of name popularity, the SSA also shows which baby names increased or decreased in popularity between 2020 and 2021. Names are currently divided by “male” and “female” and may not account for unisex/non-binary usages of certain names. Year columns indicate the name’s rank on the SSA’s list that year.
These are the names that increased in popularity between 2020 and 2021.
These are the names that decreased in popularity between 2020 and 2021.
The Social Security Administration’s popular names database contains names given in the U.S. and District of Columbia starting after 1879. The administration explains there are certain restrictions around its data, including incorrect birth certificate information, various spellings of certain names and potential ties needing to be broken.
Per SSA, 2021’s most popular baby names are Liam, Noah and Oliver (ranked first through third) for males and Olivia, Emma and Charlotte for females. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/these-are-the-names-people-change-the-most-social-security-says/ | 2022-08-14T17:15:46Z |
The company's frictionless online factoring platform offers same-day invoice factoring to trucking owner-operators, fleets and freight brokers across the U.S.
CLEVELAND, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Transcap, a fast-growing freight factoring and alternative lending brand, has brought together America's top factoring experts to launch a fast, convenient invoice factoring solution designed to support trucking owner-operators, fleets and freight brokers across the nation. Unlike other factoring providers, Transcap delivers same-day funding with no hidden fees, volume requirements, strict credit restrictions or long-term commitments.
Often operating under tight margins and slow payment terms, many carriers face cash flow constraints. They typically wait 45, 60 or even 90 days for paid invoices, making it extremely difficult to cover fuel, vehicle maintenance, insurance, taxes and unexpected costs. Transcap helps overcome these challenges by simplifying and accelerating access to working capital.
"There's tremendous demand and growth potential for the entire industry, but small to mid-size owner-operators can't survive without consistent, reliable cash flow," says Craig Cohen, President of Transcap. "That's why we provide a factoring solution that gets them the money they need quickly, so they can stay on the road and remain competitive."
After completing a simple, 60-second application on Transcap.com, trucking companies of all sizes can receive factoring approval within 24 hours or less. Once approved, carriers upload or email invoices for immediate cash from anywhere on the road. For new clients, Transcap waives fees for the first invoice. Clients who refer other trucking carriers or brokers receive a $500 referral bonus when they sign up.
Additional client perks include fuel savings cards and discounts on tires, maintenance, insurance and more through the Transcap preferred partner network.
"Whether you're an owner-operator or managing an entire fleet, trucking is a tough business," says Cohen. "We make it our mission to remove as many roadblocks as possible and make their lives easier."
Transcap was launched by a group of industry-leading factoring experts, including Joel Adelman, the Founder and former CEO of Advance Partners. The Transcap team has lent over $20 billion to entrepreneurs nationwide in previous roles and plans to do the same for trucking businesses of all sizes.
To learn more about Transcap's funding options, become part of the company's preferred partner network or earn competitive commissions for deal referrals, visit Transcap.com.
About Transcap
Transcap was founded with a simple idea: To give trucking companies the fast, easy cash flow they need to succeed. We deliver freight factoring and alternative funding solutions designed to support owner-operators and fleets across the U.S. To learn more, visit Transcap.com.
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C-suite hire bolsters Prezzee's global expansion plans
NEW YORK, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International digital gifting company Prezzee announced today that Eric Lent has joined Prezzee as Chief Marketing Officer. This follows the appointment of ex-Mastercard executive Jamie Samaha as Global CEO in March this year.
Lent is the first c-suite hire of many under Samaha's leadership, and it comes as the business works to meet a boom in global demand from brands wanting to drive deeper engagement with consumers. He joins at a crucial time as Prezzee looks to further increase its global footprint.
Lent, based in the U.S., has decades of experience building global brands and driving international growth at the likes of Intercontinental Hotels Group and The Hershey Company. He brings with him an international perspective as the business cements its status as the world's leading digital gifting platform. As CMO, he will lead the brand's global vision of igniting human connection through remarkable digital gifting moments by driving growth in both Prezzee's consumer and business-focused offerings.
Prezzee's Global CEO Jamie Samaha says: "Prezzee is revolutionizing the way consumers and employers can reward, recognize and celebrate in an instant, and as we look to grow our footprint following the initial expansion into North America, the UK and New Zealand, Eric will play a vital role in telling our story on an international stage. I am delighted that Eric will be on board to cement Prezzee as the number one digital gifting platform on the planet."
Commenting on his appointment, Prezzee CMO Eric Lent says: "I have always been a firm believer that the combination of technology and emotion can be harnessed to deepen, strengthen and create truly meaningful human connections, and that is what the Prezzee brand is all about. Prezzee is dedicated to strengthening how people connect in work and in life, and I couldn't turn down the opportunity to bring a new digital gifting experience to consumers and businesses all over the world."
Prezzee is a global digital gifting business that prides itself on creating remarkable gifting moments for consumers, businesses and 800+ brand partners across the world. Founded in 2014, Prezzee has evolved from a two-person Australian start-up to a global business with a 300+ member team and operations in North America, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand.
Website: www.prezzee.com
LinkedIn: @Prezzee
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Justice Dept. investigating Trump, fake elector scheme allegations, reports say
(CNN) - The Justice Department is apparently looking closer at the so-called fake elector scheme in the 2020 election.
The Justice Department is investigating actions by former President Donald Trump in its criminal investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election, according to a new report from the Washington Post.
A source close to the investigation told CNN prosecutors are focusing in on the fake elector scheme and the role of lawyers Rudy Giuliani and John Eastman along with meetings that were part of a pressure campaign to convince then-Vice President Mike Pence to disrupt the certification of electoral votes.
“The Justice Department has from the beginning been moving urgently to learn everything we can about this period,” Attorney General Merrick Garland said.
In an interview with NBC’s Lester Holt, Garland deflected criticism that the Department of Justice is not moving fast enough.
“We have a huge number of prosecutors and agents working on these cases,” Garland said. “It is inevitable in this kind of investigation that there will be speculation about what we are doing, who we are investigating, what our theories are. The reason there is this speculation and uncertainty is that it’s a fundamental tenet of what we do as prosecutors and investigators is to do it outside of the public eye. We do that for two important reasons. One is to protect the civil liberties people and events that we’re investigating and the second is to ensure the success and the integrity of our investigation.”
When it comes to charging Trump and others, he’s not ruling that out.
“We pursue justice without fear or favor. We intend to hold everyone -- anyone -- who is criminally responsible for the events surrounding January 6 or any attempt to interfere with the lawful transfer of power from one administration to another accountable,” Garland said. “That is what we do. We don’t pay any attention to other issues with respect to that.”
And asked whether a 2024 presidential bid from Trump would change that, Garland reiterated, “I will say again that we will hold accountable anyone who is criminally responsible for attempting to interfere with the legitimate, lawful transfer of power from one administration to the next.”
On Capitol Hill, in newly released audio, former acting Defense Secretary Chris Miller is heard telling the House Select Committee that Trump never gave an order to have troops ready to be deployed to the Capitol on Jan. 6.
“I was never given any direction order or knew of any plans of that nature,” he said. “There was no direct, there was no order from the president.”
Trump has said that he requested National Guard troops to be ready that day, saying that he “suggested and offered” 20,000 National Guard troops.
Newly obtained emails obtained by the New York Times show that Trump allies knew that their electoral scheme was fake.
In an email sent to Trump campaign adviser Boris Epshteyn from a Phoenix-based lawyer, the lawyer wrote, “We would just be sending in ‘fake’ electoral votes to pence so that ‘someone’ in Congress can make an objection when they start counting votes and start arguing the ‘fake’ votes should be counted.”
In a follow up email, the lawyer said, “PPS, ‘alternative’ votes is probably a better term than ‘fake’ votes,” adding a smiley face emoticon.
For the first time since leaving office, Trump returned to Washington to speak about Republican policies and air some grievances at the America First Policy Institute’s two-day summit.
“I ran for president. I won, and I won a second time, much better the second time,” Trump said.
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PURCHASE, N.Y. , June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Central National Gottesman Inc. (CNG) announced today that its North American Distribution Division has acquired Lewis Paper International, Inc., a leading distributor of paper, packaging and wide-format products headquartered in Addison, IL.
The acquisition spans two of CNG's North American regions currently served by Lindenmeyr Munroe (Midwest) and Kelly Spicers (West). Each organization will absorb the Lewis Paper operations in its own geographic region, which includes six facilities located throughout Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Colorado.
Family-owned and -operated, Lewis Paper was founded in 1982 and is known in the paper and packaging industry for its extensive product offerings, excellent customer service and enduring supplier relationships.
"The acquisition of Lewis Paper continues our history of commitment to the paper business and the commercial printing sector," said Lindenmeyr Munroe President Bill Meany. "Adding their facilities to our operations allows us to strengthen our service and inventory levels for paper, packaging and wide format customers."
Along with decades of industry experience and relationships, Lewis Paper brings an experienced, dedicated management team and knowledgeable employees.
"Lewis Paper is a trusted and recognized brand, with valuable regional insights and product expertise," said Kelly Spicers President Jan Gottesman. "With new customers and additional products, we look forward to expanding our presence throughout the Midwest and Colorado."
Tom Clarkson, COO and VP of Sales/Marketing, will continue with the company in a new role as Vice President of Sales. Lewis Paper CEO and longtime industry leader Bob Zessis will enjoy a planned retirement following the acquisition, expected to close June 30, 2022.
About Central National Gottesman Inc.
Central National Gottesman Inc. (CNG) is a $7 billion sales and distribution organization that owns businesses in the global pulp, paper, tissue, packaging, nonwovens & fibers, wood products and metals industries. Founded in 1886 and headquartered in Purchase, NY, CNG employs 3,000 people in 29 countries around the world. CNG is privately held and builds on more than 135 years of family ownership, market knowledge and adaptability to create value for clients around the world. To learn more, please visit www.cng-inc.com.
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Realtor.com® now provides "Hot Market Insights" on listings in areas with fast-selling homes and high buyer demand
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One of America's most historic regions is its newest homebuying hotspot, with New England ZIPs representing over half of 2022's top 10 list in the eighth annual Realtor.com® Hottest ZIP Codes Report released today. In these ZIPs, homes sold in just over a week (8 days) and received nearly four times (3.7) more buyer views than a typical U.S. listing1. To help buyers better understand if they're shopping in a hot market, Realtor.com® now provides "Hot Market Insights" on listings that show how fast homes in that neighborhood are selling and how popular they are compared to other properties in the area and across the country.
A key theme of this year's wicked-hot ranking is demand from out-of-ZIP home shoppers, driven by factors including relative affordability and convenient travel to big East Coast cities. The 2022 Hottest ZIP Codes in America, in rank order, are:
- 14618 Brighton, N.Y.
- 03062 Nashua, N.H.
- 43085 Worthington, Ohio
- 03038 Derry, N.H.
- 04062 Windham, Maine
- 18017 Bethlehem, Penn.
- 37604 Johnson City, Tenn.
- 03106 Hooksett, N.H.
- 02760 North Attleboro, Mass.
- 04210 Auburn, Maine
"With rising inflation and mortgage rates squeezing monthly housing budgets, this year's determined buyers are breathing new life into competition for homes in historic areas like New England. Our 2022 Hottest ZIPs ranking illustrates how many Americans are redefining their priorities to achieve homeownership while building their careers, by trading downtown life for relatively affordable areas with reasonable part-time commutes to big cities," said Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for Realtor.com®. "Even as the housing market resets, home shoppers in the competitive Hottest ZIPs may need to take extra measures to win. It all starts with understanding the local market, and buyers can use Realtor.com®'s Hot Market Insights to arm themselves with knowledge that will be key to success when deciding where, when and how to make an offer."
With the launch of Realtor.com®'s "Hot Market Insights" announced today, the "neighborhood" section of property listings on Realtor.com® will now show homebuyers if they are shopping in a hot market. Home shoppers can click the button to learn more about the local housing market, including how fast homes are selling and how many more views they get compared to others in the area and in the U.S. These insights are updated each month, to provide buyers with a timely view of the competition they're likely to face.
Many Americans are feeling the strain on their finances due to the whirlwind of economic shifts that have occurred so far in 2022, including mortgage rate hikes. Combined with record-high home prices, rising affordability challenges are forcing many buyers to get creative if they want to beat the competition without breaking their budgets.
Home shoppers are doing just that in the 2022 Hottest ZIP Codes, with nine of the top 10 making the list for the first time in the ranking's eight-year history, including eight northeastern ZIPs making their debut. Six of these newcomers are located in New England, offering buyers a balance of new opportunities with historic charm. On average across the top 10, 13.4% of homes were built before 1939, compared to just 11.6% nationwide.
Many of the top 10's new entries are attracting home shoppers looking to relocate from high-priced big cities on the East Coast, based on migration patterns among prospective buyers viewing Realtor.com® listings. In the first half of the year, at least one big East Coast city – Boston, New York and D.C. – was among the top five sources of buyers viewing listings in all 10 of the hottest ZIPs.
Buyers in these major metros are exploring ZIPs further away than in prior years, enabled by more widespread adoption of remote work. Even for those with hybrid schedules, many of this year's hottest ZIPs provide the perfect combination of relative housing affordability and a reasonable part-time commute to big city business hubs. From all six New England ZIPs on the list, Boston can be reached in 2.5 hours or less.
ZIP Spotlight – No. 2 03681 Nashua, N.H.: At No. 2 on the 2022 list, Nashua is located just 42 miles from Boston, or within a 1.5 hour commute. In the first six months of 2022, listings in the ZIP attracted more viewers from Boston (38%) than from local buyers (32%). The influx of demand is fueling competition for homes in Nashua, where listings received 4.6 times more views and sold 23 days faster than the typical U.S. home (7 vs. 40 days) in the first half of this year. As a result, the ZIP's supply of active listings was down 26.9% year-over-year by June.
As a result of rising inflation and higher costs for housing and everyday expenses, homebuyers have set their sights on areas that offer good bang for their buck, making value a key theme among this year's hottest ZIPs. Controlling for home size, the average price per square foot in the top 10 was 8.7% lower than in their surrounding metro areas in June.
Among the ZIPs on this year's list, the average asking price ($432,000) was 4.0% lower than the U.S. median listing price in June ($450,000). At the same time, driven by the rise in demand, home prices across the hottest ZIPs grew at a faster year-over-year pace (+18.6%) than listing prices nationwide (16.9%).
ZIP Spotlight – No. 8 03106 Hooksett, N.H.: Coming in at No. 8 on this year's list is Hooksett, N.H., located just 59 miles away from Boston. While Hooksett's median listing price ($482,000) was higher than the U.S. median as of June, it is considerably more affordable than in the Boston metro area ($759,000). Additionally, Hooksett homes tend to have more square footage (2,008, on average) than the typical U.S. listing (1,887). These price trends are likely attracting East Coast urbanites looking for value, with 26.5% of Hooksett's listings viewers coming from Boston in the first half of 2022.
Now aged between 25 and 44 years-old, millennials are a key cohort of aspiring homeowners, whether first-time or repeat buyers. This generation is ready and willing to pursue homebuying opportunities in the hottest ZIPs, where they have the advantage of strong financial qualifications. Millennials are entering the top 10 with incomes that are higher than the national averages among those aged 25-34 ($83,782 vs. $70,510) and aged 34-45 ($100,966 vs. $89,365). On average, buyers in the hottest ZIPs are well-qualified with higher credit scores (742 vs. 728) and larger down payments (15.0% vs. 14.2%) compared to the typical U.S. home shopper.
Millennials' strong financial footing is paying off when it comes to achieving homeownership in the top 10. In fact, a higher share of millennials have successfully become homeowners in these ZIPs (57.1%), on average, than in the U.S. overall (51.3%).
ZIP Spotlight – No. 1 14618 Brighton, N.Y.: Topping this year's ranking with its debut is ZIP 14618 located in the Rochester metro area., which has now been represented on the list by other ZIPs for three years in a row. The rising popularity of Rochester ZIPs like 14618 may be partly due to buyers' success in the area. Compared to the U.S. averages, ZIP 14618's homeownership rates are higher among millennials (56.9% vs. 51.3%) and overall (70.8% vs. 65.2%). Local buyers also have strong qualifications, with a typical down payment of 15.7% and credit score of 745, as well as a higher median income than the U.S. average ($106,150 vs. $72,465).
Realtor.com® analyzed listings data on over 29,000 ZIP codes to determine its Hottest ZIP Code rankings, which are based on January-June 2022 averages of: 1) demand, as measured by unique viewers per property on Realtor.com®; 2) the pace of the market as measured by the number of days a listing remains active on Realtor.com®; limited to one ZIP Code per metropolitan area and ZIP Codes with at least 15 active listings each month. Time frames for metrics not factored into the ranking as noted, e.g. listing price trends based on June 2022 data.
Note: The markets where Realtor.com®'s "Hot Market Insights" are featured on listings and neighborhoods on its website may vary from the 2022 Hottest ZIP Codes, due to methodology differences such as time frames (monthly data updated each month vs. Jan.-June 2022 data).
Realtor.com® makes buying, selling, renting and living in homes easier and more rewarding for everyone. Realtor.com® pioneered the world of digital real estate more than 25 years ago, and today through its website and mobile apps offers a marketplace where people can learn about their options, trust in the transparency of information provided to them, and get services and resources that are personalized to their needs. Using proprietary data science and machine learning technology, Realtor.com® pairs buyers and sellers with local agents in their market, helping take the guesswork out of buying and selling a home. For professionals, Realtor.com® is a trusted provider of consumer connections and branding solutions that help them succeed in today's on-demand world. Realtor.com® is operated by News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS) (Nasdaq: NWSA) (ASX: NWS) (ASX: NWSLV) subsidiary Move, Inc. For more information, visit Realtor.com®.
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WASHINGTON, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 75 percent of Americans say religion is an important part of their lives. How do these Americans see themselves and their faith reflected in news coverage? What does reporting on faith get right and wrong? How do editors and reporters think about who they're reaching with these stories and who they've lost? And how might this coverage build trust in journalism among communities who have been historically misrepresented?
Registration is open for this program, which will take place on Friday, June 24 at 11:30 a.m. ET. Participants will learn:
- How journalists of faith navigate challenges from inside their newsrooms and from inside their faith communities
- Whose faith is centered in coverage and whose is marginalized, mischaracterized, or misunderstood
- Which best practices can help extend our community's understanding of itself
The program will also surface suggestions for covering people of faith and faith practices in ways that broaden reach and build credible connections in the communities journalists serve.
Panelists include:
- Dawn Araujo-Hawkins, news editor at Christian Century; vice president at Religion News Association
- Alison Bethel, vice president of corps excellence at Report for America
- Sarah Breger, editor at Moment Magazine
- McKay Coppins, staff writer at The Atlantic
- Richard Flory, executive director at USC Center for Religion and Civic Culture
- Aysha Khan, journalist and Harvard Divinity School student
- Holly Meyer, religion news editor at The Associated Press
- Bill Mitchell, publisher, CEO, and president at the National Catholic Reporter
- Paul O'Donnell, editor-in-chief at Religion News Service
The conversation will be moderated by Julie Moos, the Institute's Executive Director, and is supported by an operational grant from the Deseret Management Corporation.
The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press, and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire a more representative democracy. As the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club, the Institute powers journalism in the public interest.
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Sergio Pérez wins dramatic Monaco Grand Prix after heavy rain causes long delay
By Ben Church, CNN
Sergio Pérez produced a brilliant drive as Red Bull capitalized on a dramatic Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday.
The Mexican driver started the race third but leapfrogged the leaders during an action-packed race.
While Pérez won the sport’s showpiece for the first time, his teammate Max Verstappen finished third with Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz in second.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc had started on pole but finished his home race down in fourth after his team’s pit stop strategy allowed Red Bull to overtake the Monegasque driver.
It means Verstappen extends his lead over Leclerc at the top of the driver’s championship.
Ferrari blunder
There was drama even before the race got underway, with a long rain delay pushing the start back by over an hour.
Leclerc finally led the field away and controlled the early stages of the damp race.
But it wasn’t to be for the Ferrari driver.
Leclerc found himself behind Pérez after stopping to switch to intermediate tires and then fell behind Verstappen and Sainz after a botched pit stop saw him drop to fourth.
Ferrari had tried to change its mind and told LeClerc to stay out instead, but it was too late with the driver already in the pit lane.
The safety car was back out after Mick Schumacher crashed heavily — the driver was unharmed — but the top positions remained unchanged on a track that is notoriously hard to overtake on.
‘Dream come true’
Despite Leclerc’s disappointment — and anger at times — an emotional Pérez was worthy of the win and celebrated in style as Red Bull left Monaco the happiest team.
“It’s a dream come true,” Pérez said. “After your home race it’s the most special race to win.”
After a two-week break, the season returns for a race in Baku, Azerbaijan, before drivers head to Montreal, Canada.
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AP sources: Colin Kaepernick to work out for Raiders
(AP) - Colin Kaepernick is getting his first chance to work out for an NFL team since last playing in the league in 2016 when he started kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial inequality.
Two people familiar with the situation said Kaepernick will work out for the Las Vegas Raiders on Wednesday. The people spoke on condition of anonymity because the team hadn’t announced the workout plans. ESPN first reported that the Raiders were bringing in Kaepernick.
Kaepernick hasn’t played since the end of the 2016 season when he was cut by San Francisco when the new regime led by coach Kyle Shanahan wanted to go a different direction at quarterback.
Kaepernick never got another opportunity even to work out for NFL teams as he alleged he had been blackballed over his protests during the anthem the previous season. He met with Seattle and had informal talks with Baltimore but never got a closer look.
He filed a grievance with the NFL in 2017 over his lack of opportunity and settled it in 2019 — but still never got another look.
The Raiders have been at the forefront on diversity over their history, hiring Tom Flores as the second coach of Hispanic descent, Art Shell as the first Black coach in modern history, and Amy Trask as the first female CEO.
Owner Mark Davis has publicly said he would back his coaches if they wanted to take a look at Kaepernick, and first-year coach Josh McDaniels is doing just that.
The Raiders don’t have a glaring need at quarterback after signing starter Derek Carr to an extension last month. Las Vegas also signed Nick Mullens as a backup this offseason, traded for Jarrett Stidham and signed Chase Garbers as an undrafted free agent.
But none of those backups has the pedigree of Kaepernick, who emerged as one of the league’s young stars when he took over as starter in San Francisco in 2012, and helped the Niners reach the Super Bowl that season.
Kaepernick’s play started to regress in 2014 and he got hurt halfway through the next season and lost his starting job. Things changed the next preseason when Kaepernick began protesting during the national anthem, drawing the ire of critics that included then presidential candidate Donald Trump.
Kaepernick regained his starting job in 2016 and threw 16 TD passes and four interceptions in 12 games, while posting a 90.7 passer rating.
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JACKSON, Mich., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers Energy continues to power Michigan's electric vehicle transformation, announcing today that it has provided over 2,000 incentives for EV chargers at homes, businesses and at public locations in less than three years.
"By every measurement, Michigan continues to see interest in electric vehicles accelerate," said Sarah Nielsen, Consumers Energy's executive director for electric vehicle programs. "Consumers Energy is proud to power that transformation, working with drivers, business owners and community leaders to make EV ownership convenient, affordable and clean."
Consumers Energy provides incentives for EV charging through its PowerMIDrive and Bring Your Own Charger programs, covering costs for chargers in garages, at businesses and in downtowns and other public locations. The energy provider also plans to power another 200 chargers in the next two years.
Consumers Energy has set a goal to power 1 million EVs in Michigan by 2030. Here are other numbers that illustrate that growth today:
- The number of EVs in Consumers Energy's territory has grown 18% in the first quarter alone since the end of last year, to over 18,000 vehicles today. That's according to data collected from the Secretary of State.
- Consumers Energy has powered 36 EV fast chargers across the state. Their use has climbed sixfold, from 3,000 sessions to 18,000, in the last year. Of those, sites in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo and Saugatuck have been used the most.
- Consumers Energy is working with 50 employers that want to purchase EVs through its PowerMIFleet program.
- Most electric vehicle charging takes place overnight, typically at home during the lowest-cost times, causing little impact on the electric grid. Of all EV charging in Consumers Energy's territory, 81% is outside of the peak hours of 2-7 p.m.
Consumers Energy is committed to supporting electric vehicles for the good of customers, Michigan's automotive economy and the planet. The energy provider's newly approved Clean Energy Plan ensures that EVs will be powered by an entirely carbon-neutral grid by 2040 as new renewable energy sources replace coal plants that will close in the next three years. That's one of the nation's fastest timetables.
"We continue to be excited to see the electric vehicle transformation race ahead of even the expectations we set for ourselves just a couple of years ago," Nielsen said. "Consumers Energy will continue to help this transformation by working with homeowners and businesses to provide incentives and education as they make the easy, affordable and clean switch to EVs."
Consumers Energy, Michigan's largest energy provider, is the principal subsidiary of CMS Energy (NYSE: CMS), providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties.
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– Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results Conference Call on
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET –
VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Village Farms International, Inc. ("Village Farms" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced it will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter financial results on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Participants can access the conference call by telephone by dialing (416) 764-8659 or (888) 664-6392, or via the Internet at: https://app.webinar.net/Q8rLNPLNepq.
The live question and answer session will be limited to analysts; however, others are invited to submit their questions ahead of the conference call via email at investorrelations@villagefarms.com. Management will address questions received via email as part of the conference call question and answer session as time permits.
The Company expects to report its second quarter 2022 financial results via news release on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at 7:00 a.m. ET.
For those unable to participate in the conference call at the scheduled time, it will be archived for replay both by telephone and via the Internet beginning approximately one hour following completion of the call. To access the archived conference call by telephone, dial (416) 764-8677 or (888) 390-0541 and enter the passcode 784970 followed by the pound (#) key. The telephone replay will be available until Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at midnight (ET). The conference call will also be available on Village Farms' web site at http://villagefarms.com/investor-relations/investor-calls.
Village Farms leverages decades of experience as a large-scale, Controlled Environment Agriculture-based, vertically integrated supplier for high-value, high-growth plant-based Consumer Packaged Goods opportunities, with a strong foundation as a leading fresh produce supplier to grocery and large-format retailers throughout the US and Canada, and new high-growth opportunities in the cannabis and CBD categories in North America and selected markets internationally.
In Canada, the Company's wholly-owned Canadian subsidiary, Pure Sunfarms, is one of the single largest cannabis operations in the world, the lowest-cost greenhouse producer and one of Canada's best-selling brands. The Company also owns 70% of Québec-based, Rose LifeScience, a leading third-party cannabis products commercialization expert in the Province of Québec,
In the US, wholly-owned Balanced Health Botanicals is one of the leading CBD brands and e-commerce platforms in the country. Subject to compliance with all applicable US federal and state laws and stock exchange rules, Village Farms plans to enter the US high-THC cannabis market via multiple strategies, leveraging one of the largest greenhouse operations in the country (more than 5.5 million square feet in West Texas), as well as the operational and product expertise gained through Pure Sunfarms' cannabis success in Canada.
Internationally, Village Farms is targeting selected, nascent, legal cannabis and CBD opportunities with significant medium- and long-term potential, with an initial focus on the Asia-Pacific region and Europe.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, (the "Securities Act") and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), and is subject to the safe harbor created by those sections. This press release also contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. We refer to such forward-looking statements and forward-looking information collectively as "forward-looking statements". Forward-looking statements may relate to the Company's future outlook or financial position and anticipated events or results and may include statements regarding the financial position, business strategy, budgets, expansion plans, litigation, projected production, projected costs, capital expenditures, financial results, taxes, plans and objectives of or involving the Company. Particularly, statements regarding future results, performance, achievements, prospects or opportunities for the Company, the greenhouse vegetable or produce industry or the cannabis industry are forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by such terms as "can", "outlook", "may", "might", "will", "could", "should", "would", "occur", "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "intend", "try", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "continue", "likely", "schedule", "objectives", or the negative or grammatical variation thereof or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. The forward-looking statements in this press release are subject to risks that may include, but are not limited to: our limited operating history in the cannabis and cannabinoids industry, including that of Pure Sunfarms, Inc. ("Pure Sunfarms"), Rose LifeScience Inc. ("Rose" or "Rose LifeScience"), Balanced Health Botanicals, LLC ("Balanced Health") and our operations of growing hemp in the United States; the legal status of the cannabis business of Pure Sunfarms and Rose and the hemp business of Balanced Health; risks relating to the integration of Balanced Health and Rose into our consolidated business; risks relating to obtaining additional financing, including our dependence upon credit facilities; potential difficulties in achieving and/or maintaining profitability; variability of product pricing; risks inherent in the cannabis, hemp, CBD, cannabinoids, and agricultural businesses; market position; ability to leverage current business relationships for future business involving hemp and cannabinoids; the ability of Pure Sunfarms and Rose to cultivate and distribute cannabis in Canada; existing and new governmental regulations, including risks related to regulatory compliance and regarding obtaining and maintaining licenses; legal and operational risks relating to expected conversion of our greenhouses to cannabis production in Canada and in the United States; risks related to rules and regulations at the US federal (Food and Drug Administration and United States Department of Agriculture), state and municipal rules and regulations with respect to produce and hemp, cannabidiol-based products commercialization; retail consolidation, technological advances and other forms of competition; transportation disruptions; product liability and other potential litigation; retention of key executives; labor issues; uninsured and underinsured losses; vulnerability to rising energy costs; inflationary effects on costs of cultivation and transportation; recessionary effects on demand of our products; environmental, health and safety risks, foreign exchange exposure, risks associated with cross-border trade; difficulties in managing our growth; restrictive covenants under our credit facilities; natural catastrophes; the ongoing and developing COVID-19 pandemic; and tax risks.
The Company has based these forward-looking statements on factors and assumptions about future events and financial trends that it believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon assumptions that management believes are reasonable based on information currently available to management, there can be no assurance that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements necessarily involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company's control, which may cause the Company's or the industry's actual results, performance, achievements, prospects and opportunities in future periods to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among other things, the factors contained in the Company's filings with securities regulators, including this press release. In particular, we caution you that our forward-looking statements are subject to the ongoing and developing circumstances related to the COVID-19 pandemic, which may have a material adverse effect on our business, operations and future financial results.
When relying on forward-looking statements to make decisions, the Company cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, as forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties and should not be read as guarantees of future results, performance, achievements, prospects and opportunities. The forward-looking statements made in this press release relate only to events or information as of the date on which the statements are made in this press release. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
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During an exceptional performance year, Grain continues to promote top talent on its Investment Team, including Raghav Nayar and Ricardo Rodriguez to the role of Managing Director
WASHINGTON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grain Management, LLC ("Grain"), a leading private investment firm focused on the global communications sector, announced that investment team members Raghav Nayar and Ricardo Rodriguez have been promoted to Managing Director, adding to the Firm's senior leadership. Together, they bring over 30 years of sector experience, bolstering investment and operations capabilities across Grain's active portfolio of investments.
- Raghav Nayar – Managing Director, Investment Team
Raghav Nayar joined Grain in 2017 and sits on the Investment Committee for Grain's funds. Mr. Nayar serves on the board of Summit Broadband. He was also actively involved in several of the Firm's investments, including WANRack. Prior to joining Grain, Mr. Nayar was at Morgan Stanley where he worked in the Asset Finance Group. - Ricardo Rodriguez – Managing Director, Investment Team
Ricardo Rodriguez joined Grain in 2020 and sits on the Investment Committee for Grain's funds. Mr. Rodriguez also serves on the board of Triple Play Brasil Participações S.A. (Conexão Group). Prior to joining Grain, Mr. Rodriguez was President and CEO of Spirit MTA REIT (formerly NYSE: SMTA). Previously, he held positions across Morgan Stanley's Global Capital Markets division.
"I continue to be deeply impressed by the talented individuals that make up our world class team of sector experts," said David Grain, Founder and CEO. "On the heels of a very strong performance year, we are proud to recognize these and other well-deserving professionals in appreciation of the value they create here at Grain and the outstanding capabilities that they bring to the team and to our partners."
Grain has been committed to attracting and rewarding top talent in the communications industry. Along with Messrs. Nayar and Rodriguez, Grain made two additional promotions on its Investment Team, including one Vice President, Sida He, and one Senior Associate, Brian Lash.
About Grain Management
Grain Management, LLC is a leading private investment firm that focuses on communications infrastructure and technology companies that connect the world to the information economy. Founded in 2007, the Firm invests exclusively in the global telecommunications sector, employing a rigorous, data-based process buoyed by deep industry expertise to identify investment opportunities in key areas of communications infrastructure, including fiber networks, wireless spectrum, and cell towers. For more information visit www.graingp.com.
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Sanchez will steer the mental health company's operations and oversee its global expansion bringing greater accessibility and relief to those who suffer from PTSD and emotional traumas.
CHICAGO, June 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stella ( www.stellacenter.com ), the pioneering medical leader in revolutionary treatments for emotional trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and mental health management via the Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) and Ketamine Infusion Therapy, announced today the appointment of Philippe Sanchez as the company's new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
As CEO, Sanchez will chart out Stella's expansion and position the company as a leader in the mental health space by prioritizing the research of emotional traumas and its biological precision treatments.
"Stella's core mission is to alleviate suffering from debilitating mental trauma symptoms," said Michael Gershenzon, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer. "Philippe's proven ability to rapidly expand the company's national and global footprint will ensure that more people will gain access to these life-changing treatments and regain their quality of life."
Sanchez is a seasoned Chief Executive and has served early-stage organizations in the healthcare, multi-unit retail and technology sectors for the past 20+ years. His career spans several industries and a track record of leading international global organizations, working with world-class brands such as Nike, Disney, Starbucks, and Getty Images.
"Mental trauma is a global health crisis that most of us experience in our everyday lives leading to painful personal afflictions with large societal costs," said Philippe Sanchez, CEO at Stella. "I'm very proud to join a pioneering company like Stella. Working closely with the largest network of SGB and trauma-informed mental health care providers in the US, we will deliver more breakthrough treatments for emotional trauma that will save lives, build stronger families and communities, and bring back hope to those who suffer from symptoms."
Sanchez earned a Master of Business Administration in International Marketing from INSEAD and a Master of Mechanical Engineering from INSA LYON in Lyon, France. He serves as a Member of the Board of Trustees for the French American International School, and a Board Member, VP, of Rochambeau. In January 2011, Sanchez was appointed by the French Prime Minister to the French Foreign Trade Advisors. He resides with his family in San Francisco, CA.
MORE ABOUT STELLA: Stella's team of medical doctors, psychologists, patient care coordinators, and tireless advocates are on a mission to create a world where no person needlessly suffers from symptoms following trauma. Stella offers effective, peer-reviewed, breakthrough trauma treatments. Stella innovates like lives depend on it – because they do. www.stellacenter.com
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AUSTIN, Texas, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For over 80 years, Capital Medical Clinic has been a leading internal medicine practice for Austin and Central Texas families. After 50 years in their Medical Park Tower location, it was time to find a new, modern facility that would carry them forward for another 50 years. In partnership with Long View Equity, the search began. One of the primary considerations for the practice was location. They had an established practice in central Austin and would not consider moving far from their patients. However, finding affordable, large, and modern space in central Austin was no easy task. Through diligent search and industry connections, the Long View team was eventually able to secure an entire floor in a planned development on the Seton Medical Center campus.
The new facility boasts over 22,000 SF of high-tech, modern space. The beautiful facility marries form with function and allows the practice to shift from primarily treating illness to proactively preventing it. Capital Medical Clinic has become a leader in wellness care. This new facility will enhance their established practice and support them and their patients well into the future.
Daniel Campbell, Managing Director at Long View Equity, commented, "This transaction is one that we will remember for a long time. We very much enjoyed guiding the physicians through the process of locating, securing, designing, and ultimately building their new home. They were in their previous location for several decades and so we took this transaction very seriously and hope that they are pleased with the result."
Long View Equity is actively pursuing acquisition and development opportunities across office, industrial, medical, multi-family and retail asset classes in major Texas markets.
Long View Equity, LLC, founded in 2010, is an Austin, Texas based investment management company that oversees investment decisions and operations of real estate investment funds and other syndicated investment vehicles. Long View Equity's core purpose is to create long-term value for its 100+ investors by making well-thought-out investment decisions, exercising diligence in management, and continually seeking out opportunities to create value. The Company pursues strategies involving the direct acquisition of core-plus and value-added investments and has a proven 10+ year track record of operating over 50 office, retail, or industrial real estate properties located primarily in metropolitan markets in Texas.
For more information about Long View Equity, please visit: www.longviewequity.com
For over 80 years, Capital Medical Clinic physicians have provided quality healthcare to Austin and Central Texas families. Capital Medical Clinic is a private medical group practice of specialists in Internal Medicine. Internists receive specialized training in the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of a broad spectrum of diseases. All physicians have been certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. The practice emphasizes accurate and prompt diagnosis, maintains a strong commitment to individualized treatment, and supports preventive measures to improve the quality of our patients' lives.
For more information about Capital Medical Clinic, please visit: www.capitalmedicalclinic.com
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A state board Friday voted in favor of requiring a new teacher certification exam in an effort to better prepare new teachers and keep them in the profession.
The 11-member State Board for Educator Certification, which oversees the preparation, certification and standards of conduct of public school educators, adopted the Educative Teacher Performance Assessment, also known as the edTPA exam, in a 8-to-1 vote. Board member Tommy Coleman was not present, and board member Jean Streepey abstained.
The State Board of Education must still approve the test before it’s officially adopted for new Texas teachers. The board is expected to consider the matter in June.
This new licensing test would replace the old Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities exam, a test of 100 multiple choice questions that has been in use since 2002. Critics of the PPR teacher certification exam have called it a less-than-precise way of testing a new teacher’s potential. All 100 questions on the test are multiple choice, making it easier to pass.
The edTPA, which was developed at Stanford University, requires teachers to submit answers to essay questions and provide a sample lesson plan, a 15-minute video of themselves teaching in the classroom and a report on their students’ progress.
Proponents of the new exam say it will better support and retain new teachers because it can pinpoint exactly what a teacher lacks through the video recordings and written analyses provided. Those against the edTPA say it creates a barrier for people of color entering the profession because it costs nearly $200 more than the PPR. It has been scrapped in New York and Washington, two states where it had been required.
If it’s approved by the State Board of Education, the edTPA will become an optional test in 2022-23 and then be required as a pass/fail exam in 2023-24 before it’s fully implemented in 2024-25.
This story was first published at www.texastribune.org by The Texas Tribune. This story has been edited for length. The Texas Tribune is a nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/article_1c927a3a-c8f9-11ec-9612-ef34f214e3a6.html | 2022-05-01T06:22:08Z |
Retail sales up 1% in June as shoppers show resilience
NEW YORK (AP) — Consumers picked up their spending in June from May despite surging prices in gas and food.
U.S. retail sales rose 1% last month, from a revised decline of 0.1 % in May, the Commerce Department said Friday.
Sales at furniture stores rose 1.4%, while consumer electronics stores rose 0.4%. Department stores took a hit, posting 2.6% decline. Online sales showed resurgence, posting a 2.2% increase. Business at restaurants was up 1%.
The report comes as U.S. inflation surged to a new four-decade high in June because of rising prices for gas, food and rent, squeezing household budgets and pressuring the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates aggressively -- trends that raise the risk of a recession.
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North Korea calls Pelosi ‘destroyer of international peace’
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea on Saturday called U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi “the worst destroyer of international peace and stability,” accusing her of inciting anti-North Korea sentiment and enraging China during her Asian tour earlier this week.
Pelosi traveled to South Korea after visiting Taiwan, which had prompted China to launch military exercises including missile strike training in waters near the self-governed island. China views Taiwan as part of its own territory to be annexed by force if necessary.
While in South Korea, Pelosi visited a border area with North Korea and discussed the North’s nuclear program with South Korean National Assembly Speaker Kim Jin Pyo. According to Kim, the two agreed to support their governments’ push for denuclearization and peace on the Korean Peninsula based on strong, extended deterrence against the North and diplomacy.
On Saturday, Jo Yong Sam, director general at the North Korean Foreign Ministry’s press and information affairs department, slammed Pelosi over her visit to the border and discussion of anti-North Korean deterrence.
“Pelosi who had come under a volley of due criticism from China for destroying regional peace and stability by visiting Taiwan, stirred up the atmosphere of confrontation” with North Korea during her stay in South Korea, Jo said in a statement carried by state media.
Calling Pelosi “the worst destroyer of international peace and stability,” Jo argued Pelosi’s behavior in South Korea clearly showed the Biden administration’s hostile policy toward North Korea.
“It would be a fatal mistake for her to think that she can go scot-free in the Korean Peninsula,” Jo warned. “The U.S. will have to pay dearly for all the sources of trouble spawned by her wherever she went.”
Pelosi’s visit to the Joint Security Area at the Korean border on Thursday made her the highest-profile American to go there since then-President Donald Trump visited in 2019 for a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Located inside the world’s most heavily fortified border, the area is jointly controlled by the American-led United Nations Command and North Korea. U.S. presidents and other top officials have previously traveled to the area to reaffirm their security commitment to South Korea in times of animosities with North Korea.
During her JSA visit, Pelosi didn’t make any strong public statements against North Korea. She uploaded several photos from the JSA on Twitter and wrote: “We conveyed the gratitude of the Congress and the Country for the patriotic service of our servicemembers, who stand as sentinels of Democracy on the Korean Peninsula.”
Tensions on the Korean Peninsula remain high following North Korea’s torrid run of missile tests earlier this year. U.S. and South Korean officials said North Korea is ready to carry out its first nuclear weapons test in five years.
North Korea has said it would not return to denuclearization talks and instead focus on expanding its nuclear program unless the United States drops its hostile policies, in an apparent reference to U.S.-led international sanctions on the North and its regular military drills with South Korea.
After Pelosi visited Taiwan and reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to defending democracy on the self-governing island, North Korea on Wednesday issued a statement berating the U.S. and supporting China, its main ally and biggest aid benefactor.
Pelosi was the the first House speaker to visit Taiwan in 25 years.
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‘Miss,’ ‘Mrs.’ dropped from Wimbledon champion honor board
By HOWARD FENDRICH
AP Tennis Writer
Chris Evert, Serena Williams and other Wimbledon women’s singles champions will now be listed on the All England Club’s honor boards in a Centre Court hallway simply by their first initial and last name instead of including “Miss” or “Mrs.” A spokeswoman for the All England Club confirmed the switch to the women’s honor board has been completed. Williams is a seven-time champion at the grass-court Grand Slam tournament and her name now will appear as “S. Williams” instead of “Miss S. Williams.” Men’s champions always have been listed that way. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/27/miss-mrs-dropped-from-wimbledon-champion-honor-board/ | 2022-05-27T17:29:34Z |
Nearly 3 years after Ronald Greene’s death, family members and some lawmakers say police have avoided accountability
By Nick Valencia, Jade Gordon and Alta Spells, CNN
Approaching three years since the death of Ronald Greene, which one Louisiana State Police member described as “torture and murder,” there have been no arrests or indictments of any of the officers involved. Meanwhile, the former head of the LSP on Thursday failed to appear at an appeal hearing related to the case.
Former Louisiana State Police Col. Kevin Reeves, who retired amidst controversy surrounding his handling of Greene’s brutal arrest by state troopers, failed to appear in front of the state police commission on Thursday. The commission is handling the case of a state police whistleblower attempting to overturn his termination after he spoke out about Greene’s death in May 2019 and leaked documents related to Greene’s death.
CNN attempted to reach Reeves through his attorney but never heard back.
The Greene family characterized Reeves’ no-show to CNN as yet another example of current and former leadership at the LSP avoiding accountability in the case.
Greene, a 49-year-old Black man, died during the overnight hours of May 10, 2019, after police said he resisted arrest and struggled with officers. His family has said they were told Greene died in a car crash after a police chase.
Video of the incident released two years later showed officers kicking, punching and using a Taser on Greene before he died in their custody.
For weeks the Greene family and some lawmakers have accused the LSP of being less than cooperative during a special legislative committee formed to investigate Greene’s death.
Dinelle Hardin, Greene’s sister, told CNN the family last spoke to federal investigators nine months ago in July of 2021.
The whistleblower in the case, Carl Cavalier, a former Louisiana state trooper, was fired after he accused colleagues involved in Greene’s death of murder and an alleged internal coverup. Since Greene’s death, multiple troopers have come forward to testify that a cover-up occurred within the highest ranks of the department. During testimony before the special legislative committee formed to investigate Greene’s death, Reeves denied there was any cover-up.
Reeves’ absence Thursday prompted Cavalier’s attorney to file a motion that the former LSP superintendent be held in contempt. Attorney Jill Craft made the same motion for former Major Jason Turner, who also failed to appear before the commission.
“For two former high-ranking public officials to thumb their nose at subpoenas lawfully issued by the State Police Commission, I think it’s appalling,” Craft told CNN affiliate WBRZ.
Craft also expressed frustration with the LSP after it did not provide requested texts and emails related to Cavaliers’ termination, and according to Craft called her request “overly burdensome.”
The state police commission said it would take up the contempt motion at a hearing in May.
Reeves retired in October 2020 amidst claims of obstruction within his department. Recently, accusations surfaced that the work cellphones used by him and other top deputies, including Lt. Col. Doug Cain, were wiped clean after Greene’s death.
Last week, Cain was placed on administrative leave “pending the ongoing administrative investigation into the sanitization of his department cellular device,” according to a statement by Louisiana State Police Col. Lamar Davis. Cain was not at the scene of the incident involving Greene.
On March 22, Cain testified before a special committee of the Louisiana State legislature investigating Greene’s death. During his testimony, state Rep. Debbie Villio asked him why his cellphone had been sanitized. Cain responded, “I can’t speak to that ma’am.”
After being pressed, he went on to say, “I can’t speak to my cellphone ma’am. I notified the chairman that there’s an internal investigation underway, to ensure transparency by Colonel Davis he’s looking into that matter.”
As the questioning about the phone and transparency continued, Cain told the committee chairman he had been ordered not to speak to it.
CNN reached out to Cain for a comment after he was placed on paid administrative leave but has not heard back. It is unclear whether Cain has an attorney.
Meanwhile, John Belton, the local district attorney where Greene died, told CNN that Reeves and Cain did not agree that the state troopers involved in the brutal arrest of Greene should be charged with a crime. In a 2020 meeting with Belton, Cain pushed back on Belton’s assessment of what he saw in body cam footage of the incident, Belton told CNN.
“There were certain crimes I thought the officers committed and he did not agree,” Belton said of the face-to-face meeting with Cain.
Belton did not want to elaborate to CNN on what crimes he believed occurred, adding that he had shared his conversation with Cain with federal investigators.
Additionally last week, Belton verified before the special committee formed by the Louisiana legislature to investigate Greene’s death that the then head of the state police told him the incident involving Greene was “awful, but lawful.” The comments were made in October 2019 at a Louisiana Tech event attended by Belton and Reeves, according to testimony by Belton on April 7.
In October 2020, Cain was promoted to the assistant superintendent role, nearly a year-and-a-half after the death of Greene. Cain was appointed to the position by Davis.
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HP G2 review
More VR headsets are on the market than ever before, but they’re not all created equal. Some affordable models are for standalone games that don’t demand serious hardware but don’t offer the best visual fidelity. In contrast, others are built for premium performance but cost an arm and a leg.
HP went to great lengths to bridge this gap with the Reverb G2. You need to use it with a decently powerful gaming PC and to achieve impressive resolution and frame rates. It comes at a relatively reasonable price and is rather easy to set up.
To see exactly where the HP Reverb G2 virtual reality headset lies in terms of performance and cost-effectiveness, we put it to the test firsthand so you can see real-world results and decide if it’s the right VR headset for you.
What is the HP Reverb G2?
The Reverb G2 is one of the first mainstream VR headsets to offer premium performance at a midrange price, so we were excited to get our hands on it and start testing. It boasts an impressive 2160 by 2160 resolution per eye and a 90Hz refresh rate — both great specifications at this price point. Another way it departs from troublesome early generation VR headsets is with advanced exterior tracking cameras, which means you won’t have to set up a single sensor anywhere in the room to use it.
Units produced after October 2021 use the V2 version of the headset, although there aren’t any numbers or codes to help you tell the difference. The updated headset has a tweaked facial insert that you can remove in case you’re not getting the entire field of view. We tested the V1 version, so we didn’t have to deal with removing the spacer, but if you’re a person who wears glasses, your frames may have gotten in the way without the spacer there.
Another tweak made to the V2 model is an improved tracking range with slightly altered exterior cameras. This was a welcome change, because the Reverb G2 model we tested did have some issues communicating with the controllers when they weren’t directly in front of us.
Testing the HP Reverb G2
How to use the HP Reverb G2
Everything came in a single box with clear setup instructions, and the cables and controllers were all straightforward to figure out. We had to plug into a GPU and a USB port on our gaming computer and, when prompted, walk the headgear around the edges of the room so it could set up tracking.
As noted, we didn’t have to set up any external sensors, as everything is contained within the apparatus itself. This easy setup makes it reasonable to use the headset in different rooms in case you want to show it off to your friends.
We did have to adjust the eye lens position using the simple sliding knob on the bottom of the headset. This was particularly easy, and it’s something you’ll need to do with several VR headsets.
Key features of the HP Reverb G2
The most important part of a VR headset is the visual fidelity, and the Reverb G2 really shines there. The graphics are incredibly clear and crisp, and all the lines were smooth right from the start.
As a Windows Mixed Reality headset, it lets you do more than just play games. The Mixed Reality portal is easier to use than ever to watch videos, browse the internet or write emails. There’s a helpful tutorial to show you how to use it, which is ideal if you’re new to the platform and want to get started quickly.
The headset itself (including the strap and facemask) and the controllers were quite comfortable. In particular, we didn’t have any issues fitting our glasses between the headset and there were no major pressure points. This isn’t always the case with VR headsets, as we’ve used the high-end Vive Pro in the past and had issues with soreness. In comparison, the Reverb G2 is every bit as comfortable as the Oculus Quest 2, which we enjoy using quite a bit.
The sound quality is another plus. We could clearly hear the entire spectrum from bass to treble, and the vocals were especially easy to pick out. You can adjust the speakers slightly to make sure they point directly at your ears, and that was as easy as adjusting the lens slider. Altogether, it was very intuitive.
Where is the HP Reverb G2 sold?
While you can find it at various online retailers, it’s strongly recommended to purchase HP VR headsets directly from HP. This is the only surefire way to get your hands on the updated V2 model. Purchasing from third parties makes it nearly impossible to tell whether you’re getting the V1 or V2. The main way to tell the two apart is that you can remove the face insert on the V2, whereas it’s fixed on the V1.
HP Reverb G2 price
At $600, it may seem expensive at first glance, especially since you still need a gaming PC to use it. However, compared to ultra-premium VR headsets like the Valve Index, it’s actually pretty affordable.
HP Reverb G2 benefits
- High-quality graphics: The resolution and refresh rate of the Reverb G2 is right up there with the best VR headsets on the market.
- Comfort: Tipping the scales at 1.2 pounds with straps and a facemask that’s clearly well-engineered, the Reverb G2 is one of the most comfortable headsets we’ve used and one of the most comfortable on the market overall.
- Ease of setup: With no sensors to set up, highly accurate integrated tracking cameras and just two cables to plug in, using the Reverb G2 is as easy as it gets with PC VR.
- Reasonable cost: For a high-resolution PC VR headset, $600 is not an outlandish price.
- Streamlined software: For those interested in the Windows Mixed Reality platform, the Reverb G2 makes it especially easy to get started.
HP Reverb G2 drawbacks
- Minor controller issues: While they’re comfortable to hold, the controllers have a halo that made them a little top-heavy and caused us to accidentally hit the controllers together from time to time.
- Troublesome cable clip: There’s a clip on the back of the headset that’s meant to keep the cable in one place. No matter how hard we tried, we couldn’t get it to stay put. It didn’t directly affect gameplay, but it was a little annoying.
- Controller tracking issues on the V1 model: The only significant issue with the Reverb G2 was that sometimes when our hands were at our sides or otherwise well outside of the field of view, the controllers would lose connection. This is a known issue that many people experience. HP has already updated the headset, releasing the HP Reverb G2 V2 in October of 2021. While we couldn’t test out the tweaked version, all signs point to greatly improved tracking, although it’s still not quite perfect.
Should you get the HP Reverb G2?
The HP Reverb G2 is an excellent introduction if you’re new to PC VR. A few years ago, a new headset with its specs would have cost well over $1,000, so it’s impressive what HP can offer at such a reasonable price point. It’s also as comfortable as any other VR headset. We were extremely satisfied during testing and would recommend the HP Reverb G2 to anyone who wants a highly immersive VR experience without breaking the bank.
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WILLIAMSBURG, Va., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TYGES has reached another milestone, celebrating 20 years of business this July. Its mission and core values are the heartbeat of the organization, allowing it to produce an exceptional customer experience.
Founder, Tim Saumier, reflected on reaching this milestone by sharing, "This coming July 29th is the twentieth anniversary of TYGES. We truly have come a long way since that first day and it has much to do with the culture we have built together along with our mission and values that keep us focused on making good things happen for other people."
From the start, TYGES focused its recruiting services in the industrial manufacturing sector which it continues today. Since then, TYGES has opened a behavioral health division, acquired an office in Georgia, expanded to Florida, received a Great Place to Work certification, and awarded a Best Place to Work in Virginia. Saumier explains, "The success that TYGES has experienced since the company's inception can be attributed to its strong relationships, the desire to serve its clientele, and living its mission."
"I wanted to raise the bar in the recruiting industry when I started this company. Our core values and mission evolved because of our culture." Saumier continues, "We bring the entire team together each year to team build and show appreciation. We identify one of our core values as an overarching theme. This year our theme is integrity. We use some opportunities to say you cannot spell integrity without grit and we use other opportunities to say we need to do what is right; not what is easy."
TYGES is an executive and professional search firm placing leaders at all levels. We are guided by our core values: integrity, respect, accountability, determination, and courage. Our proven process, THE TYGES WAY, will bring your organization the talent you need while developing and motivating your people. TYGES focuses on an overall fit, meaning when you entrust your talent search to us, we take forming a partnership seriously.
Learn more at tyges.com and on LinkedIn, and Facebook.
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Dallas Cowboys icon and Hall of Famer Rayfield Wright dead at 76
By Homero De la Fuente, CNN
Pro Football Hall of Famer and Dallas Cowboys icon Rayfield Wright died on Thursday at the age of 76, the Hall of Fame announced, citing his wife Di. Wright suffered a severe seizure and had been hospitalized for several days, the Hall of Fame said.
“Over the past few weeks, it has become abundantly clear the love that so many Hall of Famers and others around the NFL felt toward Rayfield, his wife, Di, and the extended Wright family,” Hall of Fame President Jim Porter said.
“His gentle nature away from the game belied his commanding presence on the field. All fans, especially those of the Cowboys, will remember fondly his dominance on the offensive line in the 1970s and how he took protecting Dallas quarterbacks as his personal mission.
“We will guard his legacy in Canton with equal tenacity. The Hall of Fame Flag will fly at half-staff through Rayfield’s services next Friday as a tribute to the many lives he touched.”
A seventh-round pick in the 1967 AFL-NFL Draft out of Fort Valley State College, Wright was an offensive tackle who played 188 games in his 13-year career with the Dallas Cowboys, where he was named to six consecutive Pro Bowls and three straight first-team All-Pro selections.
After being offered a position by the NBA’s Cincinnati Royals, Wright elected to forego a career in pro basketball and later joined the Cowboys as a tight end.
During the 1969 season, right tackle Ralph Neely suffered an injury, which forced Cowboys Hall of Fame head coach Tom Landry to plug Wright in as his replacement. After a stellar performance, he was named the team’s starter the following season.
Wright was named to the NFL’s 1970’s All-Decade team after helping the Cowboys win two Super Bowls in five trips under Landry. He was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016 and is one of just two offensive linemen elected to the team’s Ring of Honor, as well as the Hall of Fame.
“Rayfield Wright was the epitome of what it takes to be a Hall of Famer,” Cowboys owner/general manager Jerry Jones said in a statement. “His grit, his agility, his passion, his charisma and his love for football, the community and his family always shined through.
“The original ‘Big Cat’ helped shape the future of the Dallas Cowboys through his illustrious 13-year playing career. Rayfield was a champion on and off the field. He remained an important part of the Cowboys family long after his playing days ended, and he will be deeply missed. Our love and support go out to his wife, Di, and the entire Wright family.”
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With A Community of Over 390 Million Engaged Followers Across All Platforms, The D'Amelio Family Partners with Serial Entrepreneur and Operator Richard Rosenblatt and Internet Entrepreneur and Business Executive Michael Rubin to Create Their Own Company
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The D'Amelio family, composed of social media phenoms Dixie and Charli and their parents Marc and Heidi, announced their new business venture today – the launch of their namesake company, D'Amelio Brands. Leveraging the D'Amelio family's proven success in brand partnerships and Marc's 30+ years of business experience, D'Amelio Brands was formulated using the family's unparalleled marketing and business knowledge combined with their unique understanding and connection to fans around the globe. The company's goal is to create authentic and accessible products across a variety of industries, from fashion and beauty to CPG and lifestyle, and bring it under one roof, allowing each member of the family to fully immerse themselves in all areas of product development.
"After years of working with other brands on deals and partnerships, we have an innate knowledge of what consumers are looking for as well as the ability to identify voids in the marketplace," says Marc D'Amelio, Co-Founder of D'Amelio Brands. "We are so excited to announce this new venture and launch our own brand, giving us the ability to create products that are true to us and speak directly to our community."
D'Amelio Brands also announced today a $6M seed round from an accomplished group of diverse investors and business advisors, including their Co-Founder, serial entrepreneur and operator Richard Rosenblatt, as well as internet entrepreneur and business executive Michael Rubin, developer and e-commerce entrepreneur Elena Silenok, Apple's Senior Vice President of Services Eddy Cue, Chief Executive Officer of Lions Gate Entertainment Jon Feltheimer, Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning media entrepreneur and visionary producer Ben Silverman, award-winning entrepreneur and beverage industry veteran Lance Collins, and United Talent Agency (UTA).
"As I spent more and more time with the family, it became clear to me they could build an authentic and successful product business driven by their massive social reach and fashion sensibilities," said Richard Rosenblatt, Co-Founder of D'Amelio Brands. "Not only do they know what voids exist in the market, but they know what consumers are looking for and exactly how to effectively market those products to their audience."
"The D'Amelio's have become some of the most authentic and influential social media personalities globally, and this was the perfect time to elevate their platform and create a new, cutting-edge business model that will reach consumers worldwide who are excited to engage with their brand," adds Michael Rubin, D'Amelio Brands Investor.
D'Amelio Brands launched with the mission to not only create unique, high-quality products that cater to their loyal community, but to build a socially conscious company with a strong ethos that represents the family's core set of values. Being at the center of the cultural zeitgeist, the family understands the importance of working with partners that are socially aware and diverse. Through D'Amelio Brands, they will identify these companies and put an emphasis on empowering small, inclusive, and sustainable businesses. D'Amelio Brands is on track to launch two brands by year's end, with solidified plans for expansion in 2023.
Charli shot to fame as the most followed person on TikTok. Brands immediately took note partnering with the social media superstar to help move products to a captive audience. Her sister Dixie's rise followed with partnerships in music, beauty, and fashion. The family soon launched their own successful docuseries on Hulu which also featured an arc on the formation of their own fashion line, Social Tourist. The show, which has already been picked up for a second season premiering this September, made the family, including parents Marc and Heidi, a household name. Brands continued to seek out the family for their undeniable influence. It is this direct connection with their fanbase that led the family to start D'Amelio Brands.
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ABOUT THE D'AMELIO FAMILY
The D'Amelio family, referred to as the "first family of TikTok" by The Guardian, have quickly become digital phenomena. The family of social media megastars have a combined social following of over 390 million and a successful TV show on Hulu, The D'Amelio Show. Season two of the hit series is premiering September 28, 2022. The dynamic sister duo, 21-year-old Dixie and 18-year-old Charli, are the most watched faces of their generation. Charli, the leading female TikTok creator, has catapulted to stardom by captivating the screens of teens and adults worldwide with her bubbly personality combined with her impeccable dance skills and social media sensibility. She recently launched her first ever fragrance venture, Born Dreamer, available in ULTA. Dixie is a music artist who released her first album, A Letter To Me, this year after which she hit the road on tour opening for Big Time Rush. Together, the two are proud voices of their generation. Dixie and Charli are advocates against cyberbullying and have partnered with organizations such as UNICEF to raise awareness on the negative effects cyberbullying can have on young people.
The sister duo continues to make their mark in the fashion industry collaborating with brands like Valentino, Prada, Burberry, PUMA, and Morphe to name a few. In 2021 they launched their own clothing brand, Social Tourist. They have also worked with brands such as Dunkin Donuts, Halo, Lightricks, and Fiton. Their parents, Marc and Heidi, continue to encourage the family to use their platforms for good and to create positive change in the world. Marc leads by example, continuously shining light on causes that are important to the family, while balancing his professional career as an apparel entrepreneur and advisor in the sports industry. Full-time mom, Heidi, who previously pursued a career as a model as well as a personal trainer, continues to pursue her own passions in wellness, fitness, and philanthropy.
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90% of Respondents Anticipate Growth Over Next 12 Months
ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey by the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations (NAPEO) shows the PEO industry is optimistic about the future despite broader economic challenges. Ninety percent of PEO industry executives surveyed anticipate growth over the next 12 months.
The quarterly survey, conducted in April of 2022 by Industry Insights, also showed that PEO revenues, gross profits, and the number of clients increased in the first quarter of 2022, compared to the first quarter of 2021.
"These results show that the PEO industry is resilient and growing," said NAPEO President & CEO Pat Cleary. "PEOs provide HR services, tools, and expertise that small businesses recognize as absolutely necessary to grow even through challenging economic times."
Based on this survey, the typical PEO client has 23 worksite employees. Survey respondents indicated the following:
- 1st quarter revenue increased somewhat when compared to 1st quarter 2021.
- The annual wage per worksite employee increased somewhat.
- The average number of worksite employees (WSEs) stayed about the same.
- Gross profit for the 1st quarter increased somewhat.
- Operating income for the 1st quarter increased somewhat.
- Number of internal employees stayed about the same.
- Number of clients increased somewhat.
- Number of workers' comp claims reported to carriers remained about the same.
Complete PEO Pulse Survey results.
The National Association of Professional Employer Organizations (NAPEO) is The Voice of the PEO Industry™. NAPEO has some 200 PEO members that provide payroll, benefits, and other HR services to 173,000 businesses employing 4 million people. An additional 200 companies that provide services to PEOs are associate members of NAPEO. For more information, please visit www.napeo.org.
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The Texan firm is offering *72-month no-interest financing on their bathroom remodels.
HOUSTON , May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Homeowners in Houston and surrounding areas of the Lone Star State who are struggling to finance their bathroom renovations due to increased living costs and gas prices can now capitalize on the best financing plan that the industry has ever seen courtesy of EZ Bath.
An Unprecedented Finance Plan for Unprecedented Times
With millions of Americans still struggling from the fallout of the pandemic, inflation and increased living costs have caused many households to think twice before committing to their intended home upgrade projects, including much-needed bathroom updates. EZ Bath's new *72-month zero-interest plan gives homeowners an opportunity to combat inflation by facilitating renovations that are more affordable than ever.
Unprecedented times call for unprecedented action and the six-year no interest plans enable homeowners to spread the costs and avoid compounding interest rates while additionally receiving a world-class service from a professional team of designers and builders that was awarded the Angie's List Super Service Award in 2021 to go alongside its BBB accreditation and Home Advisor Elite Service Award.
The best financing product for new bathrooms in Texas, which is immediately available, allows homeowners to upgrade their properties right away while also supporting cash flow for short-term financial challenges such as handling the high gas prices and other forms of inflation.
Modern Bathroom Upgrades For Modern Living
For many families, updating the bathroom isn't just an aesthetic upgrade. It's a matter of necessity to fix broken items or adapt to changing life circumstances. EZ Bath offers an extensive range of products to complete the perfect transition. The list includes tub to shower conversions, shower remodels, walk-in bathtubs, frameless glass shower upgrades, bathtub remodels, and tub shower combos for both full and small bathroom remodeling projects.
While many of those updates are built with accessibility and function in mind, EZ Bath also delivers versatile design options across many styles. From traditional to modern looks, or earth tones to black and white, the options are plentiful and can be tailored to match the needs of the family as well as the bathroom's spatial limitations.
All remodels and products, extending to faucets and Karndean flooring, can be included in the *72-month zero-interest plan while the offer is open to clients across all of the company's service areas.
About EZ Bath
We are a bathroom remodeling company that specializes in using solid surface walls for the tub and shower area. The company serves clients throughout Houston, Cypress, Kingwood, The Woodlands, Tomball, Katy, Spring, Sugar Land, and the surrounding areas while also offering free consultations and quotes.
*Subject to credit approval, for current information about this financing program, call us at 1-800-431-5921. More information can be found by visiting https://www.ezbathremodel.com. Alternatively, EZ Bath press contact Mitchell Clay can be reached at 281-968-3000, Mail queries may be addressed to 11246 Timber Tech, Tomball TX 77375.
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GetInsured nationwide survey examines Americans' ongoing struggle with medical costs and debt
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Public sector healthcare IT leader GetInsured today announced the purchase and retirement of $2.7 million in medical debt burdening American families across seven states: Georgia, Idaho, Minnesota, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington and Nevada. A recent analysis from the Kaiser Family Foundation found that nearly 1-in-10 American adults were in some form of medical debt (owing more than $250 in health care costs). This debt acquisition marks GetInsured's sixth such purchase in partnership with the non-profit RIP Medical Debt, totaling more than $9.6 million for 5,571 patients.
"Today's medical debt purchase is a continuation of our charitable efforts to highlight and relieve an economic burden carried by millions of families across the country. Americans are nearly $88 billion in medical debt, which could be exacerbated when the nation's Public Health Emergency inevitably ends and an estimated 15 million people lose the Medicaid coverage they've had the last two years," said Chini Krishnan, co-founder and CEO of GetInsured. "Other Americans are bracing for higher premiums that may cause them to forego health care coverage altogether. It is imperative that federal and state policymakers and health officials work to make sure people are aware of their options. We've made tremendous progress on ensuring Americans are covered, let's not turn back the clock."
To better understand the public's level of health insurance knowledge, average medical debt, and their impact on future medical decisions, GetInsured recently administered a nationwide survey in conjunction with the medical debt buy. The survey found that despite record-level health insurance enrollment this year, many Americans still struggle with the cost of health insurance premiums and are also unaware of subsidies available that may lessen the financial burden. The findings are particularly important as it is critical that Americans are aware of their health care options given the inevitable end of the PHE and the expected increased premiums should the American Rescue Plan's subsidies expire. Among the survey's findings:
- 24 percent noted they had more than $1,000 in medical debt
- 5.3 percent had more than $5,000
- Of those with medical debt, 57.5 percent said it impacts their decisions on whether or not to get treatment for medical care going forward.
- Only 6.5 percent of respondents were uninsured (down from 8.5 percent a year ago from a similar survey)
- However, 41.6 percent of those uninsured listing "too expensive" as the top reason they didn't have coverage, but a whopping 62.1 percent were not aware of government subsidies available to them to get more affordable coverage.
"Medical debt is a persistent problem that we must address sooner, not later. Millions of Americans gained affordable health insurance coverage over the past two years thanks to federal relief programs, but those programs will likely phase out in the coming months, opening up the possibility of more Americans taking on additional medical debt," said Heather Korbulic, Senior Policy and Strategy Lead at GetInsured. "We encourage state agencies to be forward-thinking and to put plans in place to unwind and process redeterminations to ensure that the medical debt issue in this country does not worsen. Congress should also consider extending subsidies so that more Americans can afford appropriate health coverage."
GetInsured teamed up with RIP Medical Debt, a nonprofit organization, to locate and purchase the medical debt. Those who will benefit from GetInsured's donation earn less than two times the federal poverty limit and have spent more than five percent of their gross income on medical bills. Also helped by the debt purchase were those who are insolvent due to medical debt, meaning they owe more due to medical expenses than assets they own.
About GetInsured
GetInsured, a Vimo company, is a leading technology provider for state-based exchanges, offering an ACA-compliant cloud-based SaaS technology platform and integrated consumer assistance center operations. GetInsured's roster of clients includes Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Nevada, California, Minnesota, Idaho, and Washington. The award-winning SaaS platform processes enrollments for 2.7 million consumers, which represents approximately three-quarters of all state-based marketplace enrollments.
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tyler@marathonstrategies.com
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She's massive, invasive and covered in scales: A record breaking 215-pound, 18-foot-long Burmese python has been captured in Florida.
The python is the heaviest ever captured in the state, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida announced on Wednesday.
The huge reptile was captured by the conservancy as part of its invasive Burmese python research program.
Biologists found the female by tracking a male "scout snake" named Dionysus with a radio transmitter. Males are attracted to the largest females, according to the conservancy. So by following a breeding male like Dionysus, they can find and remove large breeding females and their eggs.
Ian Bartoszek, a project manager for the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, biologist Ian Easterling and intern Kyle Findley caught and euthanized the huge female python before hauling her back to their field truck last December.
Bartoszek says that they didn't realize just how large the snake was until they weighed her at the lab. There was "collective disbelief" when they realized she was a whopping 215 pounds, breaking the previous record of 185 pounds for a Burmese python captured in Florida.
But it wasn't until several months later, on April 28, that biologists had a chance to perform a necropsy on the snake. They discovered she broke another record: she had the largest number of eggs ever found, with 122 developing eggs in her abdomen.
Burmese pythons are indigenous to southeast Asia, where they are considered vulnerable to extinction due to overhunting.
But renegade snakes from the pet trade, who either escaped or were released into the wild, have established a population in the Florida Everglades since the 1980s. As an invasive species, the pythons threaten Florida's native fauna, Bartoszek tells CNN. Florida state authorities have taken measures to minimize the population, like by hosting an annual "Python Challenge" to see who can remove and kill the most pythons.
There is "no other Everglades in the world," said Bartoszek. "It's a unique bioregion, it's a gem" -- which is jeopardized by the invasive pythons.
The necropsy revealed that the 215-pound female python had hoof remnants from a white-tailed deer in her stomach, one indicator of how pythons affect Florida's native wildlife. White-tailed deer are an important food source for Florida's native panthers, which are endangered.
The python "is a generalist predator," said Bartoszek. "It doesn't discriminate."
Bartoszek says that while for the moment "eradication seems off the table," his three-person team is working to reduce and control the Burmese python population by removing breeding females. Over the past 11 years, they've removed over 1,000 pythons weighing a total of 26,000 pounds from a small portion of the Everglades totaling around 100 square miles.
Dionysus, the scout snake that led the scientists to the record-breaking female, is the season's "MVP -- most valued python," said Bartoszek. He led the team to an additional four female Burmese pythons that were euthanized and removed.
"We're not here for accolades," he said. "We're here to raise awareness on this issue."
He added that the scientists have "tremendous respect for this animal. They're a pretty remarkable species."
"We're on the science side, and in a way for conservation of our native fauna," Bartoszek said.
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Power of low-code leveraged to make the world a better place
- The biggest low-code hackathon in the world, 'MxHacks 2022' will be held on September 23– 24 at four locations and remotely
- Teams from all around the world will build solutions that advance good causes
BOSTON, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mendix, a Siemens business and global leader in modern enterprise application development, announced that it will host its first-ever global hackathon, 'MxHacks 2022, Low-Code for Good,' to build solutions designed to improve lives, safeguard the environment, conquer disease, fight for justice, or advance other good causes. Slated to be the biggest low-code hackathon in the world, MxHacks 2022 will take place in four locations on three continents: Boston, London, Rotterdam, and Singapore, as well as remotely from anywhere in the world.
MxHacks 2022 is actually three hackathons in one. Each region will compete in its local time zone, working on a challenge for one of three nonprofits hand-picked by Mendix. They will work on one use case from the specific nonprofit in their own region.
Use cases may include a mobile app that provides refugees with a secure digital identity, or a web app that helps people in sparsely populated areas to easily connect with a doctor, for example. The winners in each region — the Americas, EMEA, and APAC — will be awarded prizes and have the opportunity to implement the solution, potentially building a long-term relationship with the nonprofit organization. And the world will be a better place as a result.
Participants can look forward to an exciting weekend filled with learning, fun, and a healthy dose of competition — fueled by a never-ending supply of snacks & drinks. The hackathon gives the stage to developers in the Mendix community to meet across the globe and grow their networks. They can join workshops hosted by experts, attend trainings, and strike up conversations with the many coaches patrolling the hackathon. Hackers can also check out career opportunities at meet-and-greet sessions with companies looking to hire developers and expand their teams.
Admission to MxHacks is free. Each team can include up to four people. Solo developers can participate on their own or join a matchmaking session to team up before the event. Hybrid teams are also eligible, with some members going on-site while others call in remotely.
"Mendix is fast-becoming the platform of choice for enterprise digital transformation, and it also has the power to transform the world," says Johan den Haan, chief product and technology officer at Mendix. "MxHacks is a great way for developers to meet like-minded people who are passionate about building killer solutions and doing something important to make the world a better place. It's amazing what you can do with Mendix low-code in 36 hours — I can't wait to see what ideas come to life."
Developers can register for the hackathon on the MxHacks page and are encouraged to join the Mendix Community Slack and watch the #announcements and #mxhacks-general channels.
For more information about the hackathon, please visit MxHacks 2022.
In a digital-first world, customers want their every need anticipated, employees want better tools to do their jobs, and enterprises know that sweeping digital transformation is the key to survival and success. Mendix, a Siemens business, is quickly becoming the engine of the enterprise digital landscape. Its industry-leading low-code platform and comprehensive ecosystem integrates the most advanced technology to support solutions that boost engagement, streamline operations, and relieve IT logjams. Built on the pillars of abstraction, automation, cloud, and collaboration, Mendix dramatically increases developer productivity and empowers a legion of not-so-technical, 'citizen' developers to create apps guided by their particular domain expertise, facilitated by Mendix's engineered-in collaborative capabilities and intuitive visual interface. Recognized as a leader and visionary by leading industry analysts, the platform is cloud-native, open, extensible, agile, and proven. From artificial intelligence and augmented reality to intelligent automation and native mobile, Mendix is the backbone of digital-first enterprises. The Mendix enterprise low-code platform has been adopted by more than 4,000 leading companies in 46 countries.
Sara Black
sara@bospar.com
(213) 618-1501
Dan Berkowitz
Senior Director Global Communications
Mendix
Dan.Berkowitz@mendix.com
(415) 518-7870
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NEW YORK, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Grab Holdings Limited ("Grab Holdings") (NASDAQ: GRAB) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between November 12, 2021 and March 2, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Grab Holdings, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
https://www.wongesq.com/pslra-1/grab-holdings-limited-loss-submission-form?prid=26220&wire=4
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Grab Holdings includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Grab's driver supply declined during the third quarter; (2) as a result, Grab continued to invest heavily in driver and consumer incentives to "preemptively recalibrate driver supply"; (3) as a result, the Company's financial results would be adversely impacted, including, among other things, a significant decline in revenue; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: May 16, 2022
Aggrieved Grab Holdings investors only have until May 16, 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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GUANGZHOU, China, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 131st China Import and Export Fair ("Canton Fair"), launching online on April 15, will once again be joined by official mascots, "Bee" and "Honey", providing buyers and participants with an immersive experience through a range of live streams on the Fair's social media channels.
The "Bee and Honey" virtual tour was first launched at the last Canton Fair with eight virtual tour activities connecting buyers with exhibitors, bringing a shopping festival feeling for businesses unable to make it in person. Activities were widely welcomed as buyers were able to find potential suppliers and raise inquiries during the tour.
"We have fully upgraded 'Discover Canton Fair with Bee and Honey' activities. In the 131st session, the events will break the barrier of time and space and enable our followers to enjoy the feast of China's smart manufacturing through our social media accounts. These virtual tours are a new model that enable both parties in international trade to boost negotiations and transactions, improving their business efficiency," said Alan Liu, Deputy Director General of Foreign Affairs Office of the Canton Fair.
Bee and Honey to discover quality manufacturers across different sectors
Bee and Honey will discover signature products that will be released from quality suppliers, while at the same time exploring the latest technology from small and medium-sized enterprises that have value-added products, innovative development capability and great market potential. Buyers can have quick access to products they are interested in and interact with suppliers.
30 trade groups registered for the virtual tour from provinces such as Guangdong, Zhejiang, Hebei, Guangxi and Shandong. About 500 companies signed up from sectors including electronics and home appliances, health care, consumer goods, textiles and clothing, vehicles and accessories, office supplies and luggage, bathroom supplies and baby products. 31 quality suppliers and one foreign trade transformation and upgrading base have been selected to participate in the eight themed events this session.
Themed events will explore smart homes and other leading technologies, personal care for COVID-19 prevention, green travel to enable a low-carbon environment, baby care for happier growth, quality craftmanship, lifestyle in a limited space, fashion trends and office essentials.
Accessibility empowered across social platforms
The activities will be accessible through eight of Canton Fair's channels including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, VK and Pinterest. The tours will feature corporate interviews, product representations, factory demonstrations, process and craftmanship introductions, and lucky draws to showcase comprehensive content from China's intelligent manufacturers to buyers around the world.
To enable further market outreach and connect more quality resources and networks for buyers, the event will be launched in countries and areas that have large market needs to encourage more direct inquiries at the Fair and to share market opportunities brought by Chinese companies.
Visit https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US/register/index#/foreign-email for more opportunities.
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PALOS VERDES ESTATES, Calif. (AP) — Four people fell off a Southern California ocean cliff before dawn Monday and a man was killed and two women were critically injured, authorities said.
The fourth person, a man who suffered minor injuries, managed to climb back up from the beach below and alert a passing officer at about 4:30 a.m., said Capt. Steve Barber of the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department.
A 25-year-old man from Los Angeles died at the scene, Barber said. Two women were airlifted from the beach and each hospitalized in critical condition, he said.
TV news helicopters showed a Los Angeles County Fire Department helicopter hoisting one of the victims to a rescue vehicle at the top of the cliff.
Police were investigating the event as an accident, Barber said.
The man who survived, 25-year-old Vincent Avila of Los Angeles, was hospitalized with broken ribs and minor kidney damage, KNBC-TV reported.
“This is a miracle,” his mother, Irma, told the news station.
Her son told her that the four friends went to the cliffs Sunday night to hike and hang out. She said when one of the women went to relieve herself in the dark, she slipped and fell. The other three sat at the edge trying to find her in the dark, and they slipped too.
Palos Verdes Estates is on the Palos Verdes Peninsula at the southern end of Los Angeles County. A trail runs along the bluff top about 300 feet (91 meters) above the Pacific Ocean.
There have been several accidents in the area over the years, Barber said, and a few suicides.
“There’s no indication at this point that this was anything other than an accident,” he said. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-u-s-headlines/4-people-fall-off-california-cliff-1-dead-and-2-badly-hurt/ | 2022-05-24T19:27:08Z |
LOS ANGELES, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of its wildly successful medtech division, TMG360, top entertainment PR and digital agency, Lobeline Communications, announced today the increased expansion of its services to cater to clientele within the emerging industries and Web 3 space through its new division, Lobeline Innovation Lab.
Combining over three decades of expertise, a fast-paced, dedicated, experienced team, and a large entertainment background, Lobeline Communications has uniquely positioned itself to support the ever-increasing demand from emerging industries and Web3 companies, which have proliferated along with the decentralization movement. The division has been established to use digital marketing and PR services to take advantage of the timely opportunity to develop and define the narrative for the Innovators and their companies in the emerging industries and Web3.
"As these industries and companies hold the promise of changing people's lives and reshaping the future, we knew we had to help bridge the gap between the emerging industries and audience awareness," said Partner & CEO of Lobeline Communications, Jamie Hurley, "In recognizing this, we are excited to officially launch our new division and expand our offerings to serve a plethora of clientele."
With the expansion of Lobeline across North America, the company now has offices in locations in key markets such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Chicago and Toronto. With this positioning, Lobeline Communications has a firm industry presence in places where industry leaders operate, business decisions are made, and technological advancements continue to evolve.
As one of the nation's leading public relations firms, Lobeline Communications is committed to empowering, promoting, and enhancing the visibility of our clients. The agency looks forward to forming long-lasting professional relationships with key emerging industry leaders, maximizing their influence and efforts in order to meet their specific goals.
For more information on Lobeline Innovation Lab, please visit lobeline.com/innovation-lab/
Lobeline Communications is a public relations and communications firm offering strategic, results-oriented solutions for corporate, consumer, talent, entertainment, and non-profit clients for over 30 years. Founded by former concert promoter Phil Lobel in 1986, Lobeline began primarily serving entertainment and music-related clients. Since then, Lobeline has expanded to meet the needs of its growing roster of clients. Lobeline's depth of experience and innovative approach enables the agency to provide strategic counsel and program execution across a wide range of areas, including public relations, media relations, marketing communications, corporate branding, and reputation management.
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- Option would add three dispensaries, increasing AWH's footprint in Ohio to five, the maximum permitted in the state -
NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc ("AWH," "Ascend," or the "Company") (CSE: AAWH.U) (OTCQX: AAWH), a multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operator, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement (the "Agreement") providing AWH the option to acquire 100% of the equity of Ohio Patient Access LLC ("OPA"), which owns and will operate three provisionally licensed dispensaries that are in the process of being built in Cincinnati, Piqua, and Sandusky. Exercising this option would increase AWH's footprint in Ohio to five, the maximum permitted in the state.
"This transaction represents an ideal opportunity to maximize our dispensary footprint in Ohio, a state that has near-term potential for adult-use cannabis sales," said Abner Kurtin, Chief Executive Officer, Chairman, and Founder of Ascend. "Going deep in the states in which we operate and being a top provider in each state is critical to sustainable growth and margin expansion. OPA's dispensaries will be situated in populous, limited-license markets that provide us with a contiguous footprint across the state. We look forward to closing this transaction once authorized under Ohio law and to potential adult-use legalization in the mid-term."
AWH's current Ohio footprint includes two dispensaries, one in each of Coshocton and Carroll, as well as a Tier 2 cultivation facility with 2,000 square feet of canopy. There are currently 58 dispensaries in Ohio, approximately one for every 4,800 registered patients.1 Ohio medical cannabis sales were $381 million in 2021, a 72 percent increase over 2020.1
The Agreement is subject to regulatory review and approval.
1. Ohio Board of Pharmacy Patient and Caregivers. Note: Ohio Pharmacy Board recently approved an additional 70 provisional dispensary licenses not included in this number.
AWH is a vertically integrated multistate cannabis operator with licenses and assets in Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. AWH owns and operates state-of-the-art cultivation facilities, growing award-winning strains and producing a curated selection of products for retail and wholesale customers. AWH produces and distributes its in-house Simply Herb, Ozone, and Ozone Reserve branded products. For more information, visit www.awholdings.com.
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Innovator of Cloud-based Structured Breast Reporting to Feature Insight Analytics Tools Providing End-to-End Reporting Throughout
RICHARDSON, Texas, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ikonopedia, a leading developer of an innovative cloud-based structured breast reporting and MQSA management system, today announced significant revenue growth for 2021 and first quarter 2022 at the annual Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) Symposium being held in Savannah, GA., May 16-19, 2022. The company will also feature new solutions including Insight Analytics and offer a limited edition Brighton badge holder to the first 100 visitors receiving a demonstration of these solutions during SBI.
"We are excited to be back at SBI in person to demonstrate what is new with Ikonopedia since the last time we met," said Emily Crane, chief executive officer for Ikonopedia. "We are also pleased to announce the significant revenue growth we had in 2021 of 18 percent and our recent Q1 2022 increase of 79 percent compared to Q1 2021, as well as a substantial exam count growth which rose 26 and 55 percent respectively. In celebration, we are happy to offer a Brighton breast cancer hope ribbon lanyard, made especially for Ikonopedia, to our first 100 demo recipients to mark these achievements and celebrate all of our return to SBI."
The company's recently introduced its Insight Analytics tool, which provides comprehensive end-to-end reporting and deep mining analytic capabilities within the Ikonopedia solution. These analytics help identify the types of cancer, breast tissue density, compliance and other high risk indicators by age group to help assist in managing patient populations.
In addition, the Ikonopedia management system is designed to dramatically improve reporting efficiency and optimize facility operations. All findings are saved as discrete data, which allows Ikonopedia to prevent errors, maintain BI-RADS-compliant language and automate many time-consuming processes. Ikonopedia makes it possible to eliminate laterality errors, automatically choose exam-appropriate patient letters and pull forward findings from past exams along with many other time-saving features.
The Ikonopedia solution is installed in numerous healthcare facilities and integrated system-wide throughout these enterprises. Clients include such prestigious healthcare providers as Mount Sinai (NY), Marshfield Clinic, Intermountain Healthcare and most recently Banner Health. Ikonopedia's solution is used at more than 200 locations across the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.
"We are proud to implement robust breast reporting and risk-assessment tools across systems, like InterMountain Healthcare, to ensure that women get accurate and timely information to be able to make the best decisions about their breast care," said Crane. "We join in these healthcare providers' focus on providing high-quality care to every patient through the use of intuitive, easy to use reporting and risk assessment tools that enable these facilities to personalize screening and prioritize high risk patients. Bottom line, the ultimate goal is to enable clinicians to provide excellence in patient care."
About Ikonopedia
Ikonopedia was founded by three expert breast imaging Radiologists: László Tabár, MD is the author of 6 books in 10 languages on mammography and a world-renowned educator; A. Thomas Stavros, MD is the author of one of the most popular reference books in the field of breast ultrasound; and Michael J. Vendrell, MD is an expert in breast MRI and CAD design with extensive experience in breast-imaging software. For more information, visit www.ikonopedia.com.
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STAMFORD, Conn., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) (along with its subsidiaries, "Charter") today announced that Jessica Fischer, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in the J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference in Boston on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Ms. Fischer's remarks are scheduled to begin at 9:20 a.m. ET.
A live webcast of the event can be accessed on Charter's investor relations website, ir.charter.com. Following the live broadcast, the webcast will be archived at ir.charter.com.
About Charter
Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator serving more than 32 million customers in 41 states through its Spectrum brand. Over an advanced communications network, the company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice.
For small and medium-sized companies, Spectrum Business® delivers the same suite of broadband products and services coupled with special features and applications to enhance productivity, while for larger businesses and government entities, Spectrum Enterprise provides highly customized, fiber-based solutions. Spectrum Reach® delivers tailored advertising and production for the modern media landscape. The company also distributes award-winning news coverage, sports and high-quality original programming to its customers through Spectrum Networks and Spectrum Originals. More information about Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.
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Loved ones remember ‘amazing’ couple killed in head-on crash while visiting Hawaii
HONOLULU (KHNL/KGMB/Gray News) - A Virginia couple is being remembered as pillars of their community after they were killed in a head-on crash during a trip to Hawaii this week.
KHNL/KGMB reports Ron and Michelle Hartman died Monday afternoon in a crash on the Kamehameha Highway in Kahuku.
Relatives said they leave behind three children, including a daughter, Holly, who was also involved in the crash and remains hospitalized.
“She [Holly] has multiple broken bones and internal injuries,” Tiffany Smith, a cousin of the Hartmans, said. “She does not really understand what’s going on. She keeps asking for her mom and dad and her dog.”
Smith said the couple was adored by many in their Virginia community.
“They created an amazing life for themselves and were very active in their church,” Smith said.
According to the family, the Hartmans were scheduled to return to the U.S. Wednesday after flying into the islands for their daughter’s Spartan Race at Kualoa Ranch.
The Hartmans’ two other children are reportedly still in Virginia, trying to make sense of the unfathomable.
“I don’t think it’s really kicked in,” Smith said. “I think they’re just going through the motions of figuring out what to do with the house, the dogs, the bodies and worrying about Holly.”
According to police, a pickup truck driven by a 27-year-old slammed into the couple’s vehicle head-on, and a double manslaughter case has since been opened.
Meanwhile, the Hartman family has started a GoFundMe to help cover travel, medical and funeral expenses.
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LEESBURG — For 30 years, Flint River Habitat for Humanity has devoted its energy to providing simple, decent, affordable housing to qualifying families in its community. For many families, homeownership is a dream; Flint River Habitat for Humanity seeks to make this dream a reality by giving families a more affordable route to owning a home.
Even with COVID restrictions resulting in lessened donations and volunteers, supply chain interruptions, and increasing inflation in the housing market throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Flint River Habitat has placed three well-deserving families into safe, affordable homes since 2020. Last week, a fourth new habitat homeowner received the keys to her new home.
Flint River Habitat for Humanity has worked on a new-build Habitat home in Lee county since May 2021 and closed on and dedicated the structure recently. In partnership with Moore, Clarke, DuVall, and Rodgers P.C., Flint River Habitat’s newest homeowner, signed for and closed on her home. After the closing, her home was dedicated by Flint River Habitat Board members and blessed by Pastor Gernard Jones of Greater Traveler’s Rest Ministries.
“This has been a great experience,” the new homeowner said. “What I loved best about my experience [with Flint River Habitat’s homeownership program] is the financial literacy classes. Those classes have helped me get well-prepared for what’s in store to owning a home.”
Flint River Habitat’s home ownership program is not a handout, but rather a hand up, requiring sweat equity (volunteer) hours of the homeowners to go toward building their home. The home ownership program also requires attendance at Homeowner Education & Financial Management Workshops. Meeting the need for home ownership encompasses meeting the need for stability, by giving families a place to call their own, the need for safety, by building in areas with safe neighborhoods, and for affordability, by offering a 0% interest mortgage.
In addition to offering the 0% mortgage, Flint River Habitat makes home ownership affordable through the donation of land and through proceeds from donors and fundraisers, such as Hammer Jam, to purchase building materials. However, because the Hammer Jam fundraiser was cancelled for two years due to COVID, their primary funding source is the Flint River Habitat ReStore. The ReStore is a resale store that sells new and used items that consist of furniture, housewares, building materials and more. These items are donated and then sold in the ReStore with 100% of the net profits going toward building and rehabbing homes.
“We really appreciate the community’s support in donating to and shopping at our ReStore,” Scooter Courtney, executive director of Flint River Habitat for Humanity, said. “The majority of the new Lee County home was constructed using funds from the ReStore, and we couldn’t do that without the community’s help.”
Flint River Habitat is currently constructing two additional Habitat homes this year.
Flint River Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) organization with the mission to seek to put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. Visit www.flintriverhabitat.org, call (229) 446-8199, or e-mail Teresa at tstanfield@flintriverhabitat.org for more information about Flint River Habitat’s home ownership program. | https://www.albanyherald.com/news/flint-river-habitat-for-humanity-dedicates-new-lee-county-home/article_aca3c230-ef20-11ec-a0a6-47e771b3b32d.html | 2022-06-18T17:58:58Z |
BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AdvisorShares, a leading sponsor of actively managed ETFs, announced today that it will assume portfolio manager responsibilities of the AdvisorShares DoubleLine Value Equity ETF (NYSE Arca: DBLV) on September 1, 2022. On that date, the fund will be renamed the AdvisorShares Insider Advantage ETF and will change its ticker symbol to SURE.
The portfolio manager of SURE seeks to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing in the equities of companies that are actively reducing their public equity float through well-implemented stock buyback programs and corporate insider buying. Buyback programs and insider buying generally demonstrate that executives see relative value in their corporate equity securities and may create favorable shareholder market conditions through the reduction of publicly available shares (float shrink). SURE selects holdings using an active, quantitative, multi-factor model to identify companies shrinking float, lowering leverage, growing free cash flow, and providing dividends. SURE's holdings are equal-weighted and reconstituted/rebalanced monthly.
The portfolio strategist of SURE is Minyi Chen, CFA, founder and CEO of Qubed Capital, a registered investment advisor founded in 2015 and based in Oakland, California. For over a decade, Mr. Chen has been providing quantitative financial research and analysis along with proprietary investment models to both retail and institutional investors.
"We look forward to introducing SURE to the marketplace as not all buyback-focused strategies are the same," said Noah Hamman, chief executive officer of AdvisorShares. "SURE's actively managed investment approach re-valuates its investable universe and portfolio holdings monthly which is a distinct departure from passive, market-cap weighted strategies that track indexes and reconstitute annually. Combined with the features of a fully transparent and operationally efficient ETF structure, we believe SURE presents a compelling investment option for advisors and all investor-types."
For more information on SURE, please visit www.advisorshares.com/etfs/sure. AdvisorShares regularly hosts live webinars featuring portfolio managers and leading industry experts. You may learn more and register for upcoming events sessions on different investment strategies by visiting the AdvisorShares Event Center at www.advisorshares.com/events.
About AdvisorShares
AdvisorShares is a leading provider of active ETFs. For financial professionals and investors requesting more information, call 1-877-843-3831 or visit advisorshares.com. Follow @AdvisorShares on Twitter and on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitch for more insights.
Before investing you should carefully consider the Fund's investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses. This and other information is in the prospectus, a copy of which may be obtained by visiting the Fund's website at www.AdvisorShares.com. Please read the prospectus carefully before you invest.
The Advisor continuously evaluates the Fund's holdings, purchases and sales with a view to achieving the Fund's investment objective. However, achievement of the stated investment objective cannot be guaranteed. The Advisor's judgment about the markets, the economy, or companies may not anticipate actual market movements, economic conditions or company performance, and these factors may affect the return on your investment.
There is no guarantee that the Fund will achieve its investment objective. An investment in the Fund is subject to risk, including the possible loss of principal amount invested. Investing in mid and small capitalization companies may be riskier and more volatile than large cap companies. Other Fund risks include market risk, equity risk, large cap risk, liquidity risk and trading risk. Please see prospectus for details regarding risk. The fund may not be suitable for all investors.
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A buyback occurs when a company repurchases its own shares from the marketplace, reducing the number of shares outstanding.
Equity float is the portion of a company's outstanding shares that is in the hands of public investors, as opposed to company officers, directors, or stockholders that hold controlling interests that have trading restrictions.
An insider is an officer, director, executive, entity, or individual that owns more than 10% of a publicly traded company's shares.
Insider buying is the legal purchase of shares in a firm by a corporate insider that is not based on non-public, material information and follows the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's rules and reporting requirements.
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Gorton's packaging claim of "sustainably sourced" fish is allegedly false
BOSTON, April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A class action lawsuit has been filed against Gorton's Inc. ("Gorton's") for misleading consumers by labeling its frozen tilapia products as "sustainably sourced." The complaint alleges that, in reality, the products are made from tilapia industrially farmed using unsustainable practices that are environmentally destructive and inhumane.
The complaint alleges that Gorton's products are made from tilapia sourced, at least in part, from China, where the fish are raised in large industrial fish farms or "ponds" known for their unsustainable production methods. The action was filed Thursday, April 21, on behalf of both a New York and California consumer by Richman Law & Policy in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. The consumers are asking the court for damages and equitable relief in the form of an order declaring that Gorton's deceptive marketing of the Products is unlawful and enjoining such deceptive marketing.
The lawsuit alleges that tilapia farms in China primarily use an ecologically dangerous method of tilapia production known as pond aquaculture, which is often done in regions that are vulnerable to river flooding and where the spread of disease and fish escapes are common. Because tilapia are able to outcompete local fish species in China, they are deemed "highly invasive." The 35-page complaint also alleges:
- From 2007 to 2018 the FDA rejected more than 200 tilapia shipments from China, citing the presence of harmful chemicals, toxins, and antibiotics considered "Highly Important for Human Medicine" by the World Health Organization.
- Independent laboratory testing of Gorton's tilapia revealed the presence of ethoxyquin, a toxic preservative in industrial fish feed that has been banned in the European Union due to human health concerns.
- Tilapia ponds are extremely crowded and unsanitary environments in which tilapia may becoming highly aggressive, causing harm to each other. In these barren pond environments, tilapia experience frustration, boredom, and discomfort, which results in abnormal or stereotypic behaviors.
The complaint references survey data which found that consumers seek out, and pay significantly more for, products labeled as "ecologically sustainable." That finding is consistent with research demonstrating that "consumers are willing to pay to improve animal welfare and reduce undesirable environmental effects from fish farming."
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Notre Dame reaches ACC Tournament semifinals for first time
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Jack Zyska and Brooks Coetzee hit two-run homers in consecutive innings and fourth-seeded Notre Dame turned back ninth-seeded Florida State 5-3 in the ACC Tournament. The Fighting Irish advance to the ACC semifinals for the first time in program history. Florida State, which dropped all four contests against Notre Dame this season, waits until Monday for the NCAA Tournament selections. Notre Dame starter John Michael Bertrand struck out eight while allowing just five hits in eight innings, and the Irish led 5-1. Florida State loaded the bases with two out in the bottom of the ninth and pinch hitter Brock Mathis hammered it off the wall, a few feet away from a game-tying homer, to score two. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/26/notre-dame-reaches-acc-tournament-semifinals-for-first-time/ | 2022-05-27T02:21:59Z |
JAKARTA, Indonesia, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Indonesian government has urged the G20 Digital Economy Working Group (DEWG) to continue the discussion on digital connectivity.
"I believe we have all witnessed the importance of information and communication technology in helping people cope with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic," Minister of Communication and Informatics, Johnny G. Plate, stated.
The DEWG is part of the Indonesian G20 Sherpa Track. The working group originated with the formation of the G20 Digital Economy Task Force (DETF) in 2017 during the German G20 presidency.
The working group was mandated to discuss the implementation of an interconnected, protected, and safe digital technology to develop an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable digital economy.
The second DEWG meeting, under Indonesia's G20 presidency, which is being held in Yogyakarta on May 17-19, 2022, discusses the issue of digital connectivity.
As the chair of the 2022 G20 Presidency, Indonesia has encouraged the 2022 G20 DEWG participants to discuss three priority issues: digital connectivity and post-COVID-19 recovery; digital skills and digital literacy; as well as cross-border data flow and trusted free data flow.
At the meeting, Minister Plate emphasized the importance of overcoming the digital divide by building digital connectivity or telecommunications infrastructure.
During the second DEWG meeting, he urged that the discussion focus on inclusiveness, empowerment, and sustainability for strengthening the global position and recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The digital divide has remained an issue until now. According to data from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in 2021, a total of 2.9 billion people across the world had never used the Internet.
Meanwhile, according to the World Bank data for Indonesia, 94 million adults could not access the Internet via mobile devices in 2019.
"The digital divide remains a challenge. Those who have access to fixed broadband Internet are even fewer," Plate pointed out.
The digital divide has become one of the reasons for the G20 DEWG forum to discuss the issue of digital connectivity.
The Ministry of Communication and Informatics, which is in charge of the DEWG, is seeking to address the digital divide by strengthening collaboration to drive massive construction of digital infrastructure between G20 member countries and the rest of the world.
Digital Connectivity
The discussion on connectivity has become more relevant in the wake of a global economic turmoil that has affected food, commodities, and energy availability as well as caused the inflation rate to soar.
"The discussion on digital connectivity becomes important at the second DEWG meeting because after the COVID-19 pandemic, the economy is greatly supported through the use of digital connections in solving various community problems as well as empowering the community itself," Minister Plate emphasized.
Plate further accentuated that the pandemic had shown the extent to which people are dependent on digital ecosystems in various public sectors, such as education, health and, of course, economic development.
Taking into account the importance of the digital connectivity issue, the priority issue of DEWG is discussed in five subtopics.
First, Plate said, DEWG discusses a common understanding of digital connectivity by placing the community as the main focus of the digital connectivity development efforts.
"This is what we mean by people-centric digital connectivity," he remarked.
The second subtopic of the digital connectivity discussion at the second DEWG meeting is digital security as a key enabler to support the business community.
The intensification of digital communications indirectly also raises new challenges in the form of various digital security risks that threaten the online safety of internet users, especially the increasingly digital economic actors.
Recognizing the importance of digital security in supporting the sustainability of digital businesses in the future, the DEWG decided to facilitate the collection of existing digital security and safety practices.
On the third subtopic, the Working Group agreed to establish a G20 Digital Innovation Network as a continuation of the G20 Innovation League hosted by the G20 Italian presidency last year.
Such a network aims to accommodate and support the collaboration of digital innovation actors around the world, such as start-ups, venture capitalists, corporations, and governments.
On the fourth subtopic, the G20 DEWG welcomes the implementation of the digital transformation expo that will showcase the achievements of G20 members regarding strategic policies and information on digital transformation.
"The Indonesian G20 presidency hopes that the concept of the event would be welcomed positively and enthusiastically by the holders of the next G20 presidency," Minister Plate stated.
On the fifth subtopic, the G20 DEWG supports the notion from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on the smart village and smart island initiative.
"Support for this idea shows Indonesia's commitment to taking advantage of the role of the G20 to solve various issues in the global community. DEWG encourages solidarity in the use of digital transformation, not only from G20 member countries but also non-member countries, especially small island developing states," he stated.
Minister Plate expressed gratitude for the smooth, proper, and focused implementation of the second DEWG meeting.
Plate also reminded all delegates and knowledge partners to join the third DEWG meeting that will be held in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, on July 20-21, 2022.
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(RE)FORM Collection Maps Back to Brand's Sustainability Efforts
BELLEVUE, Wash., April 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Iconic outdoor brand, Eddie Bauer, and Looptworks, a certified B-Corp with over a decade of experience creating value from waste through textile circularity, announced today a partnership and the launch of their first (RE)FORM Collection. In partnership with Looptworks, Eddie Bauer is working to keep high-quality fabric remnants out of the landfill and give them a second life. The two organizations will collaborate on the development of unique product collections made from unsalable goods with a shared vision of eliminating global textile waste.
The first (RE)FORM Collection empowered by Looptworks will feature three bag styles, including a Bucket Bag, Hip Pack and Tote Bag, in four colorways made from damaged mineral wash cotton sweatshirts.
"We're so excited to partner with a fellow Pacific Northwest-based company that aligns with our brand's sustainability goals," said Damien Huang, Eddie Bauer CEO. "Together with Looptworks, we can help minimize waste through new innovative means."
To create the (RE)FORM Collection, damaged mineral wash cotton sweatshirts were sent from Eddie Bauer stores and warehouses to the Looptworks workshop in Portland, OR where they were deconstructed and transformed in to upcycled bags. Each bag is hand sewn and maximizes the use of the fabric elements, avoiding over 1600 pounds of waste, 277 metric tons of carbon emissions and saving over 1.6M gallons of water – giving the mineral wash material a second life as stylish and functional bags.
"Looptworks is pleased to bring our circularity solutions to Eddie Bauer," said Looptworks Founder and CEO, Scott Hamlin. "We look forward to partnering with Eddie Bauer to help them achieve their sustainability goals."
About Eddie Bauer
For more than 100 years, outdoor brand Eddie Bauer has been inspiring, enabling, and empowering people to live their adventure with products that are built to last. Their performance outerwear, apparel, footwear, accessories, and gear are available at eddiebauer.com and more than 200 stores in the U.S., Canada, Germany, Japan, and other international markets.
About Looptworks
Founded in 2009, Looptworks is a champion of the circular economy. A certified B Corporation and 2021 Best for the World award winner, Looptworks places as much value on protecting people and our environment as they do on growing a profitable business. Their mission — to transform the world's excess textile materials into premium upcycled goods, recycled fibers and downcycled goods — aims to eliminate global textile waste while inspiring people and businesses to reduce their impact on the planet. Looptworks embodies the philosophy to use what already exists, employing unique circular design principles to create their limited edition upcycled products. Their partnership provides zero-waste to landfill solutions for some of the world's biggest brands including Eddie Bauer, Adidas, SHEIN, the NBA, Alaska, Delta, and Southwest Airlines. Looptworks is based in Portland, Oregon. For more information about Looptworks and its additional partnerships, visit www.looptworks.com.
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SCP+R prepares for Parks and Recreation Month with month-long challenge
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Not only is Shawnee Co. Parks + Rec. gearing up to celebrate Independence Day at Lake Shawnee with the Spirit of Kansas but events in honor of National Parks and Recreation Month too - including a month-long challenge.
Shawnee County Parks + Recreation says July is National Parks and Recreation Month and it has a month’s worth of events planned - including a 31-day challenge.
Each day, SCP+R said there will be an activity to encourage residents to get out and get active in Shawnee Co. Parks. Each day, it said when residents participate, they can post a picture of their activity on its Facebook page.
With each post, SCP+R said the #meetyouthere should be included to be entered in the contest. It said each post will also enter residents into a raffle prize drawing for $50 worth of gear from Dick’s Sporting Goods.
Parks and Rec. also said Tuesdays during July will feature a $1 discount for the Gage Park mini-train and carousel.
“July is a month to celebrate the important role that parks and recreation plays in our community,” said Tim Laurent, director of SCP+R. “Parks and recreation creates a sense of community and helps attract and retain families and businesses in Shawnee County.
Laurent also noted that SCP+R oversees 110 parks, 60 miles of trails and 320 days of sporting activities each year - as well as public gardens, aquatic facilities, recreation programs and special events.
Of course, the Department said the month will include the Spirit of Kansas at Lake Shawnee on July 4. The day will feature a car show, golf tournament, the Spirit of Kansas Blues Festival, food and craft vendors, a water ski show and the Capitol Federal Fireworks Display at 10 p.m.
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Q2 FY2022 Orovalle Highlights:
- Production impacted by the nationwide transportation strike in March, the COVID-19 sixth wave in Spain and delays in spare parts supply in Europe. Mining and milling activities returned to full operational levels in April
- Costs impacted by exorbitant electricity prices when the conflict in Ukraine started. Actions are being taken by the Spanish Government to limit prices
- 10,595 gold equivalent ounces produced (8,341 Au oz, 0.8 million Cu lb and 25,703 Ag oz)
- COC at $1,983 and AISC at $2,306
Q2 FY2022 Consolidated Highlights:
- Revenue ($M): 21.9
- EBITDA ($M): (2.7)
- CAPEX ($M): 4.7
- Unrestricted Cash EoP ($M): 13.6
TORONTO, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Orvana Minerals Corp. (TSX: ORV) (the "Company" or "Orvana") reports consolidated financial and operational results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 and announces revised guidance for fiscal year 2022 for the Orovalle operation to take into consideration the impacts caused by COVID-19 related absenteeism, delays in spare parts supply in Europe, the nationwide transportation strike in Spain, and rising annual inflation rates in Spain reaching near 40-year highs causing higher prices for energy, materials, supplies and services.
This news release should be read in conjunction with the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis, unaudited Financial Statements and Notes to unaudited Financial Statements for the corresponding period, which have been posted on the Orvana Minerals Corp. SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com, and which are also available on the Company's website at www.orvana.com. All figures are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted.
"Orvana has a well defined and clear strategy based on developing its three assets for the long term. In that sense we had an exceptional quarter, with very encouraging drilling results in Spain and Argentina, coupled with the successful completion of metallurgical testing and economic modeling in Bolivia. On the annual production side, we did have a challenging quarter in Spain as exceptional national, and continental, events, unfolded simultaneously, causing intermittent disruptions of operations and rising production costs", said Orvana CEO Juan Gavidia. "Our Spanish operation's amended guidance reflects the impact of the previous months, but does not affect our outlook of Orovalle's performance in the medium to longer term. Spain continues to be the cornerstone of Orvana's "organic growth strategy", meaning free operating cash for the rest of the year is committed to create value through expanded mineral resource modeling for Spain and Argentina, and detail project engineering for Bolivia. The Company, expects to be in a favourable position by the end of this fiscal year to continue the development of its defined strategy of continued production and development of organic growth," added Juan Gavidia.
Consolidated Financial Results and Operating Highlights:
- Revenue of $21.9 million for the three months ended March 31, 2022 ("Q2 FY2022") and $48.5 million for the six months ended March 31, 2022 ("H1 FY2022").
- EBITDA of negative $2.7 million for Q2 FY2022 and positive $2.4 million for H1 FY2022.
- Capital expenditures (on a cash basis) of $4.7 million for Q2 FY2022, and $9 million for H1 FY2022.
- $13.6 million of cash and cash equivalents as at March 31, 2022.
- Orovalle:
- EMIPA:
- Orvana Argentina:
Consolidated Financial Results and Operating Highlights:
Consolidated Results
Revised Guidance:
Orovalle's production, revenue and costs suffered material impacts in the first half of fiscal 2022 due to:
- COVID-19 related workforce absenteeism that resulted in lower productivity and production.
- Lower fleet mechanical availability due to delays in spare parts supply around Europe, impacting both mine and plant efficiencies.
- Operations shutdown in March 2022, due to an unusually severe nationwide transportation strike in Spain, that disrupted supply chains across all sectors, and regions, especially the highly industrialized north, where El Valle sits.
- Regular level of indirect fixed costs, that given lower production, originated materially higher unit costs.
- Higher prices for energy, materials, supplies and services. Spain's annual inflation was 6.7% in December 2021, reaching a near 40-year high of 9.8 percent in March 2022. Fuel and electricity pricing were at the core of this phenomenon.
The above-mentioned operational issues are temporary and the Company expects that they will not affect Orovalle's performance in the medium to longer term. Actions are being taken to return to full operational levels, while continuing to manage outstanding risks related to COVID-19.
The conflict in Ukraine is causing significant economic and social effects, which are affecting all European countries. The Spanish Government approved in March an economic package to mitigate the impacts of the armed conflict. The European Union announced late April that it will allow Spain and Portugal to apply a limit to the gas price used in power generation for a 12 month period, with the gas price cap set at Eur50/MWh. Spain's Central Bank forecasted early April consumer prices to surge 7.5% in 2022, but just 2% in 2023. The Company expects that this inflationary scenario is temporary and will not affect Orovalle's results in the medium to longer term in a material way. The Company's strategy for the second half of fiscal 2022 is to manage its existing capital resources and liquidity in a prudent fashion while continuing to manage price hikes impacting our cost structure.
The Company has assessed the impact of the above-mentioned circumstances, therefore adjusting its production and cost guidance for FY2022 accordingly:
ABOUT ORVANA - Orvana is a gold-copper-silver company. Orvana's assets consist of the producing Orovalle Operation in northern Spain, the Don Mario property in Bolivia, currently in care and maintenance, and the Taguas property located in Argentina. Additional information is available at Orvana's website (www.orvana.com).
Cautionary Statements - Forward-Looking Information
Certain statements in this presentation constitute forward-looking statements or forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws ("forward-looking statements"). Any statements that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, potentials, future events or performance (often, but not always, using words or phrases such as "believes", "expects", "plans", "estimates" or "intends" or stating that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might", "will" or "are projected to" be taken or achieved) are not statements of historical fact, but are forward-looking statements.
The forward-looking statements herein relate to, among other things, Orvana's ability to achieve improvement in free cash flow; the ability to maintain expected mining rates and expected throughput rates at El Valle Plant; the potential to extend the mine life of El Valle and Don Mario beyond their current life-of-mine estimates including specifically, but not limited to, in the case of Don Mario, the processing of the mineral stockpiles and the reprocessing of the tailings material; Orvana's ability to optimize its assets to deliver shareholder value; the Company's ability to optimize productivity at Don Mario and El Valle; estimates of future production, operating costs and capital expenditures; mineral resource and reserve estimates; statements and information regarding future feasibility studies and their results; future transactions; future metal prices; the ability to achieve additional growth and geographic diversification; and future financial performance, including the ability to increase cash flow and profits; future financing requirements; mine development plans.
Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company as of the date of such statements, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, which includes, without limitation, as particularly set out in the notes accompanying the Company's most recently filed financial statements. The estimates and assumptions of the Company contained or incorporated by reference in this information, which may prove to be incorrect, include, but are not limited to the various assumptions set forth herein and in Orvana's most recently filed Management's Discussion & Analysis and Annual Information Form in respect of the Company's most recently completed fiscal year (the "Company Disclosures") or as otherwise expressly incorporated herein by reference as well as: there being no significant disruptions affecting operations, whether due to labour disruptions, supply disruptions, power disruptions, damage to equipment or otherwise; permitting, development, operations, expansion and acquisitions at El Valle and Don Mario being consistent with the Company's current expectations; political developments in any jurisdiction in which the Company operates being consistent with its current expectations; certain price assumptions for gold, copper and silver; prices for key supplies being approximately consistent with current levels; production and cost of sales forecasts meeting expectations; the accuracy of the Company's current mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates; labour and materials costs increasing on a basis consistent with Orvana's current expectations; and the availability of necessary funds to execute the Company's plan. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, this presentation also contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, including, without limitation, statements with respect to the results of the preliminary economic assessment, including but not limited to the mineral resource estimation, conceptual mine plan and operations, internal rate of return, sensitivities, taxes, net present value, potential recoveries, design parameters, operating costs, capital costs, production data and economic potential; the timing and costs for production decisions; permitting timelines and requirements; exploration and planned exploration programs; the potential for discovery of additional mineral resources; timing for completion of a feasibility study; timing for first gold production at Taguas; processing the stockpile at El Valle in connection with the metal production catch-up program; identifying additional resources beyond the replenishment of annual depletion rates at El Valle for the extension of mine life; issuing an expanded resource PEA for Taguas in a timely manner; completion of the infill drilling program at Taguas; making a decision on the oxides stockpile at Don Mario in a timely manner; and the Company's general objectives and strategies.
A variety of inherent risks, uncertainties and factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control, affect the operations, performance and results of the Company and its business, and could cause actual events or results to differ materially from estimated or anticipated events or results expressed or implied by forward looking statements. Some of these risks, uncertainties and factors include: the potential impact of the COVID-19 on the Company's business and operations, including: our ability to continue operations; our ability to manage challenges presented by COVID-19; the accounting treatment of COVID-19 related matters; Orvana's ability to prevent and/or mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases at or near our mines; the general economic, political and social impacts of the continuing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, our ability to support the sustainability of our business including through the development of crisis management plans, increasing stock levels for key supplies, monitoring of guidance from the medical community, and engagement with local communities and authorities; fluctuations in the price of gold, silver and copper; the need to recalculate estimates of resources based on actual production experience; the failure to achieve production estimates; variations in the grade of ore mined; variations in the cost of operations; the availability of qualified personnel; the Company's ability to obtain and maintain all necessary regulatory approvals and licenses; the Company's ability to use cyanide in its mining operations; risks generally associated with mineral exploration and development, including the Company's ability to continue to operate the El Valle and/or ability to resume long-term operations at the Carlés Mine; the Company's ability to successfully implement a sulphidization circuit and ancillary facilities to process the current oxides stockpiles at Don Mario; the Company's ability to successfully carry out development plans at Taguas; sufficient funding to carry out development plans at Taguas and to process the oxides stockpiles at Don Mario; the Company's ability to acquire and develop mineral properties and to successfully integrate such acquisitions; the Company's ability to execute on its strategy; the Company's ability to obtain financing when required on terms that are acceptable to the Company; challenges to the Company's interests in its property and mineral rights; current, pending and proposed legislative or regulatory developments or changes in political, social or economic conditions in the countries in which the Company operates; general economic conditions worldwide; the challenges presented by COVID-19; fluctuating operational costs such as, but not limited to, power supply costs; current and future environmental matters; and the risks identified in the Company's disclosures. This list is not exhaustive of the factors that may affect any of the Company's forward-looking statements and reference should also be made to the Company's Disclosures for a description of additional risk factors.
Any forward-looking statements made herein with respect to the anticipated development and exploration of the Company's mineral projects are intended to provide an overview of management's expectations with respect to certain future activities of the Company and may not be appropriate for other purposes. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current plans, estimates, projections, beliefs and opinions and, except as required by law, the Company does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements should assumptions related to these plans, estimates, projections, beliefs and opinions change. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made in this information are intended to provide an overview of management's expectations with respect to certain future operating activities of the Company and may not be appropriate for other purposes.
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State leaders recognize Kansas businesses at “To The Stars” banquet
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The governor and lieutenant governor helped honor the state’s best small businesses Wednesday night.
More than 140 people, including Governor Laura Kelly and Lt. Governor David Toland, gathered for the “To The Stars: Celebrating Kansas Businesses awards banquet at the Topeka Country Club.
The Kansas Department of Commerce hosted seven regional awards banquets leading to the event Wednesday.
Family-owned Wenger Manufacturing and Joseph J. Bisogno, the founder of Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs, both are now in the Kansas Business Hall of Fame.
The Under 30 Entrepreneur/Businessperson is Waylon Sheets from Sheets and Suds, a laundromat that opened in late 2020 in Belleville.
Landoll Corporation from Marysville won the Innovation Award.
Paul Porter from Big Square Media in Iola is the Welcome Back Award winner.
William White Walker from Emporia High School is a Hall of Fame Essay winner as well. Winners include Sriram Srinivasa (Blue Valley North High School), Caroline Place (Blue Valley North), and Baylee Richard (Olpe High School).
The Governor’s Award of Excellence finalists is Dodge City Brewing, NIC, Inc., Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas, and KanPak.
Lt. Governor and Commerce Secretary Toland said it’s important to recognize those working for the state.
“We think it’s so important to recognize businesses that are doing great things and hold them up as models that others can emulate and so we think making examples in a positive way of these businesses is good for business in Kansas.”
The Wednesday ceremony was the first in two years because of the pandemic.
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- Valour was awarded Startup of the Year by Financial News as part of FN's Excellence in Trading & Tech Awards.
TORONTO, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Valour Inc. (the "Company" or "Valour") (NEO: DEFI) (GR: RMJ.F) (OTC: DEFTF), a technology company bridging the gap between traditional capital markets and decentralised finance, announced today that it was awarded Startup of the Year at the Excellence in Trading & Tech Awards hosted by Financial News.
"We are honoured to be recognized by Financial News," said Russell Starr, CEO at Valour. "This award speaks to both Valour's dynamic product offerings and our team's deep expertise with digital assets. We are proud to be the only publicly traded company solely focused on providing retail and institutional investors unparalleled access to diversified, regulated Web3 and DeFi protocols."
Financial News' award series celebrates the companies and individuals that stand out for the strength of their businesses in Europe. The shortlist was decided by a panel of FN editorial staff after several weeks of research, including scrutinising entries where received and canvassing third-party market participants for their views. The judges then met to discuss the shortlists and cast confidential votes.
"At Valour, we are optimistic about the future of digital assets in Europe and beyond," continued Mr. Starr. "In recognizing us for our business achievements, the Financial News clearly feels the same. In the past year, we have been able to launch seven different digital asset ETPs for retail and institutional investors to access the long-term benefits of DeFi. Additionally, as a result of our superior foresight and technical expertise, Valour ETPs continue to generate net inflows in June, in spite of the bear market. We are confident we can accelerate our growth when macroeconomic conditions turn in our favour."
Learn more about Valour at valour.com.
Valour Inc. is a technology company bridging the gap between traditional capital markets and decentralised finance. Our mission is to expand investor access to industry-leading decentralised technologies which we believe lie at the heart of the future of finance. On behalf of our shareholders and investors, we identify opportunities and areas of innovation, and build and invest in new technologies and ventures in order to provide trusted, diversified exposure across the decentralised finance ecosystem. For more information or to subscribe to receive company updates and financial information, visit https://valour.com
This press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to the geographic expansion and additional listings of Valour's ETP offerings; the regulatory environment with respect to the growth and adoption of decentralised finance; the pursuit by Valour and its subsidiaries of business opportunities; and the merits or potential returns of any such opportunities. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved". Forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company, as the case may be, to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but is not limited to the acceptance of Valour ETPs by exchanges, including the NGM, Frankfurt and Euronext; investor demand for DeFi Technologies' and Valour's products; growth and development of DeFi and cryptocurrency sector; rules and regulations with respect to DeFi and cryptocurrency; general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.
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NEW YORK, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Spero Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRO).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Spero between October 28, 2021 and May 2, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until July 25, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Spero Therapeutics, Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the data submitted in support of the New Drug Application ("NDA") for the Company's product candidate, Tebipenem HBr, were insufficient to obtain approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"); (ii) accordingly, it was unlikely that the FDA would approve the Tebipenem HBr NDA in its current form; (iii) th4e foregoing would necessitate a significant workforce reduction and restructuring of Spero's operations; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
Jakubowitz Law is vigorous in pursuit of justice for shareholders who have been the victim of securities fraud. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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WASHINGTON, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Firework mishaps on or near the Fourth of July send thousands of people to the emergency department every summer, especially when alcohol is involved. Safety tips from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) can help make sure your celebration doesn't include a trip to the emergency department.
"July Fourth should be a fun chance to gather with family and friends," said Gillian Schmitz, MD, FACEP, president of ACEP. "This is also a busy time for emergency physicians who will treat many avoidable injuries and burns."
About 15,600 people were treated in hospital emergency departments for firework-related injuries in 2020, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Emergency physicians recommend leaving fireworks to the professionals. But there are some important safety considerations for anyone who decides on their own celebrations:
- Buy fireworks from a reputable seller and read all the warnings and safety instructions.
- Keep a hose, bucket of water, and fire extinguisher nearby in case of a fire.
- Young children should never handle fireworks, containers burning gel fuels, or sparklers.
- Only light one at a time, then move away. Do not stand over an ignited firework.
- Never light fireworks in a container because they can explode and send shrapnel flying.
- Do not launch fireworks at anyone and avoid horseplay near flammable items.
- Avoid re-lighting or handling fireworks that malfunction. Soak fireworks in water after they are done burning and throw them away. Placing dry fireworks in a trash can is a fire hazard.
- Do not use fireworks under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Nearly half (44%) of the firework-related deaths in 2020 involved impaired individuals, according to the CPSC.
"We hope everyone has a safe and happy Independence Day," said Dr. Schmitz. "But if the celebration goes awry, the nation's emergency physicians are ready for anything and working 24/7, even on holidays. Do not hesitate to visit the closest emergency department in a medical emergency."
The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) is the national medical society representing emergency medicine. Through continuing education, research, public education, and advocacy, ACEP advances emergency care on behalf of its 40,000 emergency physician members, and the more than 150 million people they treat on an annual basis. For more information, visit www.acep.org and www.emergencyphysicians.org.
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-The Three-Day Competition Is The Largest Classic Poetry Slam In The World-
LOS ANGELES, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Get Lit – Words Ignite, the Los Angeles-based educational nonprofit whose mission is to increase literacy, empower youth, and energize communities through poetry and visual media will hold its 11th annual Classic Poetry Slam April 21- 23, 2022. The three-day Classic Slam event, which culminates with the Grand Slam Finals, is the largest Classic Poetry Slam in the world and includes hundreds of young poets from schools throughout California. These young poets will come together to perform classic poems and original spoken word response pieces, live, for a panel of judges. The public is invited to watch the live stream of the Grand Slam Finals on April 23rd beginning at 5pm PST on ClassicSlam.org. This year's judges will include world-renowned authors, poets, artists, and cultural luminaries such as Safia Elhillo, Brian Sonia-Wallace, Yesika Salgado, Sam Rush, and Edwin Bodney. The 2022 slam will be hosted by actress, activist and poet Ashley August along with poet Vanessa Tahay and will also feature DJ Franky.
Get Lit - Words Ignite, one of the nation's leading non-profit arts and literacy organizations for spoken word poetry and film. The organization fuses classic and spoken word poetry to increase literacy, empower youth, and inspire communities.
On April 21st and 22nd students will compete in Quarter & Semi-Final rounds in order to earn a spot in the Classic Slam 2022 Finals on April 23rd. Get Lit will award over $10,000 in cash and prizes to both poets and educators. The Classic Slam 2022 will be streaming across and through www.ClassicSlam.org. Online audiences will be able to watch their favorite team compete for the championship title. Some of the Los Angeles High Schools participating include LA School of Global Studies, Hamilton, Larchmont Charter, Animo Inglewood, Venice High School, Cleveland High School, Harvard-Westlake, San Gabriel High School, and more.
Get Lit was founded in 2006 after Diane Luby Lane created a one-woman show about the power of books and toured colleges, high schools, jails, and detention centers with iconic Chicano poet Jimmy Santiago Baca. After the show closed, Lane started teaching classic and spoken word poetry in three high schools: Fairfax, Fremont, and Walt Whitman Continuation. Today, the curriculum has expanded to over 140 schools throughout California, and is sold to schools all over the world. Get Lit's poetic ambassadors, the Get Lit Players, have over 350 million online views.
Get Lit invites students to recite classic poems, and then perform their own spoken word responses. This creates a dialogue between the classic poet and the student. However, at Get Lit a classic isn't a classic because it's old, it's a classic because it's great. Participants in The Classic Slam are just as likely to perform the work of Emily Dickinson and Robert Frost as they are to hear poems by Elizabeth Acevedo and Tupac Shakur. "We are so excited to be back in-person after holding the past two Classic Slams virtually," said Diane Luby Lane, Founder of Get Lit. "This year's event will bring together hundreds of students, many of whom will be participating in the competition for the first time."
This year's Classic Slam is sponsored by VANS, We Rise LA, the Rosenthal Family Foundation, LA vs. HATE.
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Get Lit - Words Ignite is a Los Angeles-based education nonprofit founded in 2006 by author and educator Diane Luby Lane, to increase literacy, empower youth, and energize communities through poetry and visual media. The organization aims to transform the lives of young people worldwide through classic and spoken word poetry. Through the use of specialized curriculums, the program engages young people by providing a creative outlet, community, and real-life work experience, transforming students into activists, scholars, and stars.
The only program of its kind in the nation, Get Lit has created a unique call-and-response model where students identify classic poems that resonate with their own stories, and write original responses, inspiring students to discover, develop, and amplify their voices while learning and exploring classic poetry from the past and present. At Get Lit, "a classic isn't a classic because it's old, a classic is a classic because it's great."
Get Lit annually reaches 50,000 youth ages 9 through young adulthood through its In-School and After-School programs. Instruction culminates in the three-day Classic Slam, the largest classic youth poetry competition in the country. Get Lit is also home to the Get Lit Players (GLPs), an award-winning youth poetry troupe who have collaborated with the United Nations, John Legend, the White House, and more, inspiring their peers to read, write, uplift their communities and participate in the arts.
85% of Get Lit's students are from under-resourced areas; 92% are students of color. Get Lit reaches students, whether they are in the front row, in the back of the classroom, or online. Graduating students have gone on to successes including positions as Youth Poet Laureates of the U.S., staff writers on top television shows, United Nations Youth Ambassadors, Grammy-winning artists, and Fulbright Scholars. Get Lit was chosen as a 2020 Library of Congress Literacy Awards Best Practice Honoree, one of only 15 in the world. In addition, Diane Luby Lane's book Get Lit Rising (Simon & Schuster) won the 2016 Nautilus Award for books that "bring hope, healing, wisdom, and joy."
Premiering at the 2022 Santa Barbara film festival, the documentary OUR WORDS COLLIDE features 5 poets from the program and provides a timely view as to how transformative the Get Lit program can be for young people, especially during the past few years. The Anti-Defamation League awarded its ADL Stand Up Award to the film during the 2022 Santa Barbara International FIlm Festival. The ADL Stand Up Award is awarded to one film that exemplifies the impact storytelling can have on fostering mutual understanding and respect consistent with ADL's mission to secure "justice and fair treatment to all."
In January, it was announced that Get Lit now partnered with the Writers Guild Foundation on a youth screenwriting program that will support a new generation of diverse storytellers to have 1:1 mentoring from some of today's top film and tv writers. The two year program will allow participants to create a final script that can be pitched, optioned, produced, or used as a sample piece to acquire representation or employment.
27 Get Lit poets also co-wrote and co-starred in the film "Summertime" directed by Carlos López Estrada. The film premiered opening night at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival and opened in theaters across the U.S. in 2021. The film is currently available on Amazon and other platforms, and a PG version is available for classrooms. Get Lit poets have performed at premier venues such as the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, the Hollywood Bowl, The White House, and the United Nations.
In early 2022, Get Lit will officially launch Uni(verse), the world's first interactive poetry platform for the classroom, community, and beyond. Get Lit's Uni(verse) will enable students throughout the US and internationally, to take Get Lit's standards-aligned "Words Ignite" course online and to exchange ideas both within and outside of school. It will feature Get Lit's interactive poetry Anthology, searchable by poet, theme, literary device, etc. Uni(verse) will build and strengthen communication, collaboration, empathy, and community throughout the world through the vehicle of poetry.
For more information, please visit: www.getlit.org or www.ClassicSlam.org
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HAIFA, Israel, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE: ZIM) today announced that Xavier Destriau, ZIM's EVP & CFO will present at the BofA Securities 29th Annual Transportation, Airlines and Industrials Conference on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 9:00 AM ET.
A live webcast of the presentation will be available in the investor section of ZIM's website at www.zim.com. A replay will also be available on ZIM's website following the live event.
About ZIM
ZIM (NYSE: ZIM) is a global container liner shipping company with leadership positions in the markets in which it operates. Founded in Israel in 1945, ZIM is a veteran shipping liner, with decades of experience providing customers with innovative seaborne transportation and logistics services, a reputation for industry-leading transit times, schedule reliability and service excellence. Additional information about ZIM is available at www.ZIM.com.
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DURHAM, N.C., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New data from Target RWE's TARGET-PBC cohort found that pruritis (itching) was reported in 81% of patients with Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC), with those reporting clinically significant pruritus (30%) scoring worse on each domain of the PBC-40 and 5-D itch, more frequently having cirrhosis, and having significantly greater levels of fatigue. The study, "Impact of Pruritus on Quality of Life and Current Treatment Patterns in Patients with Primary Biliary Cholangitis," was published in the peer-reviewed journal Digestive Diseases and Sciences.
PBC is a chronic liver disease in which bile ducts are slowly destroyed. PBC is associated with debilitating symptoms that affect quality of life, including pruritus and fatigue. The new research from Target RWE explored the impact of pruritus on quality of life and how it is treated in a real-world setting.
Key findings include:
- Patients reporting clinically significant pruritus were more likely to receive treatment, but 33% had never received treatment (no itch = 43.9%, mild itch = 38.3%).
- When itch medication was used, current treatment guidelines were not usually followed; in this cohort, 69.4% of patients with itch were currently treated with antihistamines despite data that cholestatic itch is not histamine-mediated.
- Only 24% of those with any itch who were receiving treatment for pruritus, and 9% of all patients with any itch reported, were treated with bile acid binding resins, which are recommended as first line therapy by the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and the European Association for the Study of the Liver.
"Clinically significant itch was associated with worse cognition, fatigue, emotional health, sleep, social life (including isolation, guilt, neglect, and sex life). The impact of itch on quality of life was truly pervasive! It is shocking to see that a third of patients with clinically significant itching have never been on any specific therapy despite the negative impact on quality of life," said Cynthia Levy, M.D., Associate Director for the Schiff Center for Liver Diseases, University of Miami, and study co-author.
"These eye-opening data illustrate the real-world extent, impact, and current management practice patterns of pruritus in PBC patients within the United States. Unfortunately, debilitating itch is prevalent but underestimated, and current options for medical treatment are not fully utilized," said Marlyn Mayo, M.D., Professor of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern, and study co-author.
"Current treatment options are only partially effective, and none are FDA-approved specifically for the treatment of cholestatic pruritus in patients with PBC. Rigorously designed clinical trials, as well as greater research efforts, are needed to better evaluate and communicate the debilitating impact of pruritus in PBC patients and to identify highly effective therapies needed to provide effective solutions to this significant problem," said Michael W. Fried, M.D., FAASLD, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer, Target RWE.
A total of 211 patients with completed patient-reported outcomes (PRO) surveys were included in the study. PRO respondents were compared with non-respondents in the TARGET-PBC population and were broadly similar. Dr. Levy and Dr. Mayo are current members of the TARGET-PBC steering committee, which includes Dr. Levy serving as Chair of the committee.
TARGET-PBC is a longitudinal, observational cohort sponsored by Target RWE of patients with PBC across the U.S., enrolling over 700 participants to date. Real world data is collected from consented participants, who may also provide patient-reported outcome measures and biospecimens. Learn about TARGET-PBC publications here.
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AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
- New campaign "Van Life" for the Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid spans across television, digital and social media, including Chrysler brand's Facebook, Twitter and Instagram channels
- Campaign humorously parodies the #VanLife influencer lifestyle, highlighting how the Chrysler Pacifica is the #VanLife for #RealLife parents
- "Van Life" features three new 30-second spots with the broadcast debut of "Duel;" all videos are now viewable on the Chrysler brand's official YouTube channel
Chrysler brand is launching a new multimedia advertising campaign for the Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid with some comic relief comparing the freedom of the #VanLife influencer lifestyle with the Pacifica as the more ideal choice for parents living their best "real life." "Van Life" features three new 30-second spots with the broadcast debut of "Duel." The three videos are now viewable on the Chrysler brand's official YouTube channel.
"The current van lifestyle phenomenon presented an opportunity for us to inject some levity into our newest Chrysler campaign," said Olivier Francois, global chief marketing officer, Stellantis. "What our Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid owners want and need is not what many van influencers want from their vehicles. Knowing this, we designed a light-hearted campaign that puts a spotlight on the unprecedented features and versatility of the Pacifica minivan from a family perspective."
"The van life of everyday families is different from what many might see in pictures and video across social media," said Chris Feuell, Chrysler brand CEO – Stellantis. "Our Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid owners want premium features like Nappa leather seats. Screens for every child. An ingenious space with storage to carry everything. Seamlessly connected infotainment and safety features. And yes, even a built-in vacuum. This the van life that our owners and families crave, and this is what van life means for the Chrysler brand."
In the premiere 30-second television spot, "Duel," #VanLife" influencers square off with the owners of a Chrysler Pacifica. Two additional 30-second spots will run across the brand's social media channels:
"Beach" (30 seconds)
"Farmers Market" (30 seconds)
The Chrysler brand created the campaign in partnership with Doner.
Chrysler Brand
The Chrysler brand has delighted customers with distinctive designs, craftsmanship, intuitive innovation and technology since the company was founded in 1925. The Chrysler Pacifica continues to reinvent the minivan, a segment Chrysler invented, with an unprecedented level of functionality, versatility, technology and bold styling and the most advanced available all-wheel-drive system in its class. The available innovative hybrid powertrain takes this revolutionary vehicle a step further. It's the first electrified vehicle in the minivan segment and achieves more than 80 MPGe in electric-only mode, has an all-electric range of more than 30 miles and a total range of more than 500 miles. Chrysler Voyager offers fleet owners a budget-friendly minivan that also provides a well-equipped, exceptional driving experience. The Chrysler 300 lineup delivers on the brand's promise of iconic and elegant design executed with world-class performance, efficiency and quality – all at an attainable value. Chrysler is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.
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"We are writing it like that," said Goldstein, who plays Roy Kent on the show. "It was planned as three. Spoiler alert: everyone dies."
But the fate of the beloved series is ultimately up to co-creators Jason Sudeikis, Brendan Hunt and Bill Lawrence. Sudeikis has hinted that he doesn't know what happens after the third season.
"I'd love the show to keep going, but it's only going to keep going as long as [Sudeikis] feels like it's a cool thing for him, not only to do creatively and professionally, but personally," he said.
"The cool thing about this is when we started, we plotted out everybody's beginning, middle and end.... I would say that this story is going to be over next year, regardless, even if the show finds another story to tell and goes on."
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MILWAUKEE, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. ("Harley-Davidson") (NYSE:HOG) announced today that its board of directors has appointed Rafeh Masood as a member of the board, effective immediately. Masood currently serves as Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Customer Officer at Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (NASDAQ: BBBY).
"Rafeh joins with exceptional knowledge of digital and omnichannel strategy and operations, which are an important and integral part of our Hardwire strategy," said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, CEO and President, Harley-Davidson. "His expertise in all these areas will be most helpful as we focus on our consumer and their relationship with our brand and product, ensuring riders and non-riders alike can engage with Harley-Davidson as they choose."
Masood joined Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. in May 2020 as EVP and Chief Digital Officer and was appointed to his current role in November 2021, where he oversees marketing, digital and customer experience. Masood previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. In this role, Masood was responsible for the company's online and omnichannel business, including strategy, customer experience, and product development. Previously, Masood held leadership roles in customer innovation, technology, operations and procurement at DICK's Sporting Goods, Sears and BAWAG Group.
"I am honored to join the Board of Directors of Harley-Davidson and help this legendary brand strengthen its relationships with consumers," said Rafeh Masood. "Jochen and his team continue to bring exceptional vision and innovation to everything they do, and I look forward to working with my fellow Board members to further enhance Harley-Davidson's reputation as the world's most desirable motorcycle brand."
Masood holds a B.S. in Information Systems and an MBA from DePaul University.
Harley-Davidson, Inc. is the parent company of Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Harley- Davidson Financial Services. Our vision: Building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution and emotion. Our mission: More than building machines, we stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Since 1903, Harley-Davidson has defined motorcycle culture with an expanding range of leading-edge, distinctive and customizable motorcycles in addition to riding experiences and exceptional motorcycle accessories, riding gear and apparel. Harley-Davidson Financial Services provides financing, insurance and other programs to help get Harley-Davidson riders on the road. Learn more at www.harley-davidson.com.
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Rockets sign Manhattan’s Trevor Hudgins to two-way deal
Published: Jun. 24, 2022 at 3:04 PM CDT|Updated: 8 minutes ago
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Manhattan High alum Trevor Hudgins has earned a shot at an NBA roster spot.
The Houston Rockets signed the two-time Division II Player of the Year to a two-way contract.
“Houston, lets get to work!” Hudgins tweeted. “All glory to God! #LightTheFuse”
Hudgins played his entire career at Northwest Missouri State and is first Bearcat to ever sign an NBA contract.
He averaged 23 points per game last season on a 48.2% clip from the field and 41.5% from three.
The three-time MIAA Player of the Year graduated from Manhattan High in 2017, where he led the Indians to three Centennial League Titles.
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(The Conversation) – Hundreds of millions of people struggled to keep cool amid a sweltering summer heat wave as cities across the U.S. and mainland Europe experienced record-high temperatures. In the U.K., thermometers topped 104 Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) on July 19, 2022, the highest ever recorded.
While all this broiling heat is surely punishing on a personal level, it also has significant impacts on the broader economy.
As an economist who has studied the effects of weather and climate change, I have examined a large body of work that links heat to economic outcomes. Here are four ways extreme heat hurts the economy.
1. Growth takes a hit
Research has found that extreme heat can directly hurt economic growth.
For example, a 2018 study found that the economies of U.S. states tend to grow at a slower pace during relatively hot summers. The data shows that annual economic growth falls 0.15 to 0.25 percentage points for every 1 degree Fahrenheit (0.56 C) that a state’s average summer temperature is above normal.
Laborers in weather-exposed industries such as construction work fewer hours when it’s hotter. But higher summer temperatures also reduce growth in many industries that tend to involve indoor work, including retail, services and finance. Workers are less productive when it’s hotter out.
2. Crop yields drop
Agriculture is obviously exposed to weather: After all, crops grow outdoors.
While temperatures up to around 85 F to 90 F (29-32 C) can benefit crop growth, yields fall sharply when thermostats rise further. Some of the crops that can be hit hard by extreme heat include corn, soybeans and cotton. These reductions in yields could be costly for U.S. agriculture.
For example, a recent study I conducted found that an additional 2 degrees C (3.6 F) of global warming would eliminate profits from an average acre of farmland in the eastern U.S.
A prominent example of this was the collapse of the Russian wheat harvest in response to the country’s 2010 heat wave, which raised wheat prices throughout the world.
3. Energy use soars
Of course, when it’s hot, energy use goes up as people and businesses run their air conditioners and other cooling equipment at full blast.
A 2011 study found that just one extra day with temperatures above 90 F (32 C) increases annual household energy use by 0.4%. More recent research shows that energy use increases the most in places that tend to be hotter, probably because more households have air conditioning.
This increase in electricity use on hot days stresses electric grids right when people depend on them most, as seen in California and Texas during past heat waves. Blackouts can be quite costly for the economy, as inventories of food and other goods can spoil and many businesses either have to run generators or shut down. For instance, the 2019 California blackouts cost an estimated US$10 billion.
4. Education and earnings suffer
A long-term impact of increasingly hotter weather involves how it affects children’s ability to learn – and thus their future earnings.
Research has shown that hot weather during the school year reduces test scores. Math scores decrease more and more as the temperature rises beyond 70 F (21 C). Reading scores are more resistant to high temperatures, which this research claims is consistent with how different regions of the brain respond to heat.
One study suggested that students in schools that lack air conditioning learn 1% less for every 1 degree Fahrenheit (0.56 C) increase in the school year’s average temperature. It also found that minority students are especially affected by hotter school years, as their schools are more likely to lack air conditioning.
Lost learning results in lower lifetime earnings and hurts future economic growth.
The impact of extreme heat on development, in fact, begins before we’re even born. Research has found that adults who were exposed to extreme heat as fetuses earn less during their lifetimes. Each extra day with average temperature above 90 F (32 C) reduces earnings 30 years later by 0.1%.
Air conditioning can help – to a point
Air conditioning can offset some of these effects.
For example, studies have found that having a working air conditioner means fewer people die, student learning isn’t compromised and extreme heat outside during pregnancy doesn’t hurt fetuses.
Not everyone has air conditioners, however, especially in states such as Oregon and countries such as the U.K. that have more temperate climates but have nonetheless recently experienced unusually extreme temperatures. And many people can’t afford to own or operate them. Survey data from 2017 found that around half of homes in the U.S. Pacific Northwest lacked air conditioning. And about 42% of U.S. classrooms lack an air conditioner.
While heat waves are shown to induce more households to install air conditioning, it’s hardly a panacea. By 2100, higher use of air conditioning could increase residential energy consumption by 83% globally. If that energy comes from fossil fuels, it could end up amplifying the heat waves that are causing the higher demand in the first place.
And in the U.S. South, where air conditioning is omnipresent, hotter-than-usual summers still take the greatest toll on states’ economic growth.
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WATCHMAN FLX now the only LAAC technology in the United States that allows for either DAPT or OAC immediately following implantation
MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval to expand the instructions for use labeling for the current-generation WATCHMAN FLX™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Device to include a 45-day dual anti-platelet therapy (DAPT) option as an alternative to 45-day oral anticoagulation (OAC) plus aspirin for post-procedural treatment of patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF).
"This revised labeling provides physicians more flexibility to exercise their clinical judgment based on individual patient characteristics to determine the most appropriate post-procedural antithrombotic medication regimen," said Dr. Ian Meredith, global chief medical officer, Boston Scientific. "This significant step forward is supported by the robust safety and efficacy profile demonstrated by both the legacy WATCHMAN and current-generation WATCHMAN FLX technologies."
Clinical evidence submitted to the FDA to support the labeling update included analyses spanning approximately 8,300 patients from the Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion Registry (LAAO Registry) within the American College of Cardiology Foundation's (ACCF) National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR). The data was submitted to the FDA to support the safety and efficacy of DAPT as a post-procedural antithrombotic regimen in patients with NVAF who may have a reason for seeking an alternative to OAC.
The labeling in Europe has included the choice of either OAC or a DAPT post-procedural drug regimen for WATCHMAN technology since 2017.
Additional Recent Clinical Data Supporting the WATCHMAN FLX Device
Recently announced real-world data for the WATCHMAN FLX device include the results of an analysis of more than 17,000 patients from the NCDR-LAAO Registry that demonstrated no significant difference in rates of major adverse events at 45 days post implant, whether patients were discharged from the hospital on DAPT, a direct OAC and aspirin, or warfarin and aspirin.
Additionally, recently presented data from the SURPASS analysis of more than 16,000 patients from the NCDR-LAAO Registry demonstrated low rates of adverse events and peri-device leak through 45 days post implant, and, in the investigator-led SEAL-FLX study – the first study exclusively comparing the WATCHMAN FLX device vs. the Amplatzer™ Amulet™ device – there was a significantly higher rate of complete occlusion of the left atrial appendage at eight weeks with the WATCHMAN FLX technology compared to the Amulet device (72.6% vs. 30.5%), as evaluated by contrast enhanced cardiac computed tomography (CT) imaging. This single-center retrospective study of 300 patients also demonstrated that the median peri-device leak area (residual flow around the device from the LAA) was significantly smaller with the WATCHMAN FLX device.
Ongoing studies with the WATCHMAN FLX device include the CHAMPION-AF and OPTION clinical trials to evaluate use of the device for broader patient populations with NVAF.
For more information on the WATCHMAN FLX device, visit www.watchman.com/implanter.
About Boston Scientific
Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 40 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. For more information, visit www.bostonscientific.com and connect on Twitter and Facebook.
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Aetna CVS Health Individual and Family Plans combine the quality health insurance coverage of Aetna®, with affordable care options at CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic® locations to help members achieve their best health.
WOONSOCKET, R.I., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aetna, a CVS Health® company (NYSE: CVS), will offer Aetna CVS Health hybrid-branded insurance through the individual insurance exchange marketplace in North Carolina (in select counties), to meet consumer health needs, simply and affordably.
"With millions of Americans being uninsured or underinsured, our plans provide quality care, at an affordable price and the ability to conveniently access this care using virtual technology and in-person care in their communities," said Rod McKinney, DO, FACOI, Regional Medical Director, SE Territory, Aetna. "By bridging the gap between people and the support and services they need, we can offer a human-centered approach where, when and how they need us."
With the launch of these plans, members will have access to Aetna's comprehensive network of primary care doctors, mental health providers, specialists and hospitals. Plus, convenient and affordable care options through telehealth, participating walk-in clinics, such as MinuteClinic®, and HealthHUB™ locations – removing more barriers to accessing care.
Aetna CVS Health ACA exchange products bring together the coverage of Aetna and the convenience of CVS Health. It's health insurance done differently and features:
- Quality care with Aetna's robust network of primary care doctors, specialists and hospitals
- Affordable care with plans that include in-network $0 virtual and walk-in clinic care*
- Care on your schedule with 24/7 access to virtual care, plus walk-in visits at 1,100 MinuteClinic® locations nationwide
"We understand that everyone has their own unique circumstances and making health care simple, easy and affordable is how we are meeting them where they are on their journey," said Jim Bostian, Mid-South Market President, Aetna. "We're ensuring more North Carolinians – and Americans – can get access to Aetna's quality care. We are uniquely positioned to work with consumers to achieve better outcomes across our local provider networks along with MinuteClinic, CVS HealthHUB and CVS Pharmacy locations, and our virtual care options."
The Aetna CVS Health ACA plans are comprehensive health care plans that provide care and coverage for:
- Pediatric services, including oral and vision care
- Ambulatory patient services (outpatient services)
- Emergency services
- Hospitalization
- Maternity and newborn care
- Mental health and substance use disorder services, including behavioral health treatment
- Prescription drugs
- Rehabilitative and habilitative services (those that help patients acquire, maintain, or improve skills necessary for daily functioning) and devices
- Laboratory services
- Preventive and wellness services and chronic disease management
This offering is available in select North Carolina counties, including: Alamance, Anson, Avery, Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Camden, Carteret, Caswell, Chatham, Cherokee, Chowan, Clay, Cleveland, Craven, Cumberland, Currituck, Dare, Davidson, Davie, Durham, Edgecombe, Forsyth, Franklin, Gaston, Gates, Graham, Granville, Greene, Guilford, Halifax, Harnett, Haywood, Henderson, Hertford, Hoke, Jackson, Johnston, Lee, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Mitchell, Nash, Orange, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Person, Pitt, Polk, Randolph, Rockingham, Rutherford, Stanly, Stokes, Swain, Transylvania, Union, Vance, Wake, Wayne, Wilkes, Wilson, Yadkin and Yancey.
*Members may be required to pay a cost-share based on what medical services were received and the type of provider a member visits. Please consult benefit documents for more details. Includes select services. Not all services are covered. Please consult benefit documents to confirm which services are included. Members enrolled in qualified high-deductible health plans must meet their deductible before receiving covered non-preventative services at no cost-share. However, such services are covered at negotiated contract rates. This benefit is not available in all states. Access to MinuteClinic and other in-network walk-in clinics may vary by geography. For a complete list of participating walk-in clinics, log in to Aetna.com and use our provider search tool.
About Aetna
Aetna, a CVS Health business, serves an estimated 34 million people with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care. Aetna offers a broad range of traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental and behavioral health plans, and medical management capabilities, Medicaid health care management services, workers' compensation administrative services and health information technology products and services. Aetna's customers include employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans, health care providers, governmental units, government-sponsored plans, labor groups and expatriates. For more information, visit www.aetna.com and explore how Aetna is helping to build a healthier world.
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CVS Health® is the leading health solutions company, delivering care like no one else can. We reach more people and improve the health of communities across America through our local presence, digital channels and over 300,000 dedicated colleagues – including more than 40,000 physicians, pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners. Wherever and whenever people need us, we help them with their health – whether that's managing chronic diseases, staying compliant with their medications or accessing affordable health and wellness services in the most convenient ways. We help people navigate the health care system – and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. Follow @CVSHealth on social media.
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SHANGHAI , Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 22, 2022, TÜV Rheinland Greater China ("TÜV Rheinland") awarded the Eye Comfort (AR) Certification for Nreal's AR glasses, Nreal Air, ahead of the device's official launch in China. The bestowal of TÜV Rheinland's highest-level display certification for AR devices to Nreal Air follows Nreal's earlier accolade in February of this year, in which the brand received TÜV Rheinland's world-first Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) and Flicker Free certifications for AR glasses.
The Eye Comfort (AR) standard embodies TÜV Rheinland's endeavor to expand its eye comfort standard system to the realm of augmented reality. This consists of visual perception, visual health, ergonomic design, user experience, and health guidelines. AR products that comply with this standard and are granted this designation meet strict ergonomic and user-experience design requirements, including a high-quality display, improvements to eye health, and a comfortable user experience.
Jin Peng, Nreal co-founder and head of commercialization and strategy, explains, "As a near-eye display device, the health and comfort of users of AR glasses must be prioritized for the benefit of users. Without regard for users, a lack of focus on high definition and colorful image quality will often deliver a nauseating user experience. However, with Nreal Air, we're setting the standard for superior comfort for our users' eyes. And this is in part due to optimizations introduced to reduce the causes of discomfort, including blue light, flicker, and vergence-accommodation conflict (VAC). All these are made possible by our newly launched and world-leading self-developed optical display architecture -- the 'Jinghong Ruiying' optical engine 2.0 -- along with the industry's top micro-OLED screen, and our original 'Pixel tuning/anti-distortion algorithm.' We will also step up our collaboration with TÜV Rheinland in the days to come, as we work together to develop a premium standard for the AR industry and improve the visual experience for consumers."
Since its debut last year, the Nreal Air glasses have been catapulted into the spotlight in select markets and are top-of-mind among consumers. Nreal Air, designed to offer large-screen viewing, features a micro-OLED screen with a 46-degree field-of-view (FoV) and 49 pixels per degree (PPD), which is double the resolution of regular VR glasses. The optical quality test shows that 99.5% of the sRGB color gamut on the Nreal Air's screen can be achieved without visual distortion. Nreal Air offers industry-leading brightness and color uniformity, grayscale rendition, and contrast ratio. In addition, Nreal Air achieves a strong contrast between the screen and full ambient light in both indoor and outdoor settings, thereby enabling users to comfortably use the glasses in ambient light.
When it comes to visual health, Nreal Air conforms to the TÜV Rheinland standard for Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution). The high-energy visible blue light in the blue light spectrum that's emitted by Nreal Air's micro-OLED screen is a mere 31%. This effectively ensures the utmost comfort for the user, despite Nreal Air offering high-end color performance. Furthermore, Nreal Air meets the Flicker-Free criteria, alleviating the visual fatigue caused by display flickering.
As well, Nreal Air offers its users a shield to protect them from strong outdoor ambient light. Myopia lenses can also be customized and added for users that wear eyeglasses by mounting them behind the lenses of the AR glasses, providing an improved viewing experience.
Nreal's TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort (AR) Certification is the culmination of its user experience research, in which Nreal Air AR products were compared with 2D display devices. This included observing parametric changes in the critical flicker fusion frequency (CFFF), visual acuity, visual sensitivity, the accommodative convergence over accommodation (AC/A) ratio, and finally the convergence accommodation to convergence (CA/C) ratio. User evaluation questionnaires were also used to assess and diagnose the changes in visual fatigue among users. The results showed that users were able to enjoy a better visual experience with Nreal Air products in lieu of flat 2D displays.
Frank Holzmann, Global Vice President of TÜV Rheinland Business Field Electrical, states, "In the emerging AR/VR field, Nreal and our company both attach great importance to the visual health and comfort of users. The TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort (AR) Certification not only serves as the highest authentication of displays in the AR domain, but is also the epitome of Nreal's unremitting effort to introduce AR products to the world with great importance to a comfortable user experience attached. Looking ahead, TÜV Rheinland will continue to leverage its abundant experience and technical expertise in the field of display product testing and certification. By developing and improving the testing standards based on a concerted effort with industry partners, we aim to empower the technological innovation and user experience enhancement of AR glasses and steer the industry in forging ahead in the pursuit of higher standards."
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Being accountable for our spiritual sensitivity
I remember the day we brought Teddy our English Bulldog puppy into our home.
The breeder told us he was eight weeks old but after receiving his papers, we noticed he was actually only six weeks old at the time.
He was a healthy little bruiser and we would laugh at his stumbling and being uncoordinated, but now we realize it was because he was such a baby.
My wife and I would sit on the porch in the evenings and watch him explore around in the front yard.
He was so happy as he would jump and roll in the grass and investigate his new surroundings but when he would hear a loud commotion like a noisy car passing by, it would scare him and he would come running to us.
After a while, he gradually became more used to the traffic sounds and the lawn mowers, and eventually it did not bother him.
We hear about those who live close to railroad tracks or airports and how they are sensitive to the sounds at first, but eventually get used to them. I collect old clocks and when people come in they ask how we can stand all of these chimes and gongs, but we do not even notice them.
It’s one thing to get used to sights and sounds that do not hinder our spiritual lives, but it’s dangerous to let our guards down when it comes to accepting things that are contrary to God’s standard of sanctification. Our new-born spirit is sensitive to what we see and hear and what a challenge it is to protect our mind.
As Christians, we have a responsibility to guard our hearts from the negativity and darkness of this world that is trying to pull us away from God’s presence. Unfortunately, many individuals including church members are convinced there is no harm from absorbing a constant barrage of negative television shows, movies, and social media.
It’s a shame the era of innocence is now only a memory. A lifestyle of purity is now considered fanatical and old-fashioned and not respected any more.
I remember the old Dick Van Dyke Show where, even though Rob and Laura were married, there were two separate beds in the bedroom. Back then, even the idea of a married couple in the same bed was socially taboo, and that was only fifty years ago. The old westerns like Roy Rogers and The Lone Ranger were not about killing, but were hardly anything more than jumping off a horse and punching someone in the nose.
When I was a kid, we would watch programs like, Bonanza, Lawrence Welk, and the Wonderful World of Disney. We were not exposed to extreme violence, witchcraft, and the constant sex scenes as we are today. So, what happened to our cultures modesty? The days of blushing and embarrassment are gone as the shock factor has caused many minds and hearts to become calloused.
This is exactly what the enemy wanted so the masses would lose their spiritual sensitivity to God’s voice. As the entertainment industry continues to push the limits of sorcery and debauchery, those who indulge are being tempted to dwell on dark thoughts that are ungodly instead of what is lovely and just. If we are not careful, even the children of God can become numb to corruption, deviance, and wickedness, very much like the frog who sits in the pan of water on the stove and hardly notices he is being boiled alive.
If we absorb and accept small amounts of impurities here and there, before long we will not be offended or insulted about anything. Sadly, we might even begin to enjoy it.
It’s no secret that most people, do not want to hear about self-discipline, repentance, or messages that contain topics about how changing the way we think will change the way we live. In man’s carnal defense, his emotions consider this intrusion as meddling and no one’s business, including the one who created him. These uncomfortable and rebellious attitudes are God’s way of convicting us of our guilt.
It’s His way of getting our attention that we are doing something wrong, but often our emotions love it too much to stop. We all face this daily battle because our fallen nature is opposed to virtuous living and always willing to fight for its independence. One of the greatest failures for anyone including Christians is to ignore the reverential fear of God and His demand to live holy.
Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com. | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/news/2022/04/08/being-accountable-our-spiritual-sensitivity/9495212002/ | 2022-04-08T08:41:10Z |
SUGAR LAND, Texas, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Noble Corporation (NYSE:NE, "Noble" or the "Company") today announced that Robert W. Eifler, President and Chief Executive Officer, is scheduled to present at the Barclays CEO Energy-Power Conference on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 and the Pareto Securities Energy Conference on Thursday, September 15, 2022. Presentations from these conferences are not being webcast; however, a copy of Noble's presentation materials will be available in the "Investors" section of the Company's website www.noblecorp.com.
About Noble Corporation
Noble (NYSE: NE) is a leading offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry. Noble owns and operates one of the most modern, versatile, and technically advanced fleets in the offshore drilling industry. Noble and its predecessors have been engaged in the contract drilling of oil and gas wells since 1921. Currently, Noble performs, through its subsidiaries, contract drilling services focused largely on ultra-deepwater and high-specification jackup drilling opportunities in both established and emerging regions worldwide. Additional information on Noble is available at www.noblecorp.com.
For additional information, visit www.noblecorp.com or email investors@noblecorp.com
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BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AGNC Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: AGNC) ("AGNC" or the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.12 per share of common stock for August 2022. The dividend is payable on September 12, 2022 to common stockholders of record as of August 31, 2022.
For further information or questions, please contact Investor Relations at (301) 968-9300 or IR@AGNC.com.
ABOUT AGNC INVESTMENT CORP.
AGNC Investment Corp. is an internally-managed real estate investment trust that invests primarily in residential mortgage-backed securities for which the principal and interest payments are guaranteed by a U.S. Government-sponsored enterprise or a U.S. Government agency. For further information, please refer to www.AGNC.com.
CONTACT:
Investor Relations - (301) 968-9300
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Solution provides affordable access to prescription medications and personalized consultations
Patients save an average of over $150 annually on out-of-pocket medication expenses; employers save an average of 15%
Convenient access to medications via Everside Health centers, home delivery or via a select retail pharmacy network
DENVER, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Everside Health, LLC, a leading national direct primary care provider, today announced the launch of TotalRx by Everside Health (TotalRx), a comprehensive prescription solution service offering affordable access to prescription medications and personalized consultations. TotalRx enables large companies, labor unions, school systems, municipalities and other employers to offer a comprehensive formulary for their workforces, including affordable access to generic, brand and specialty drugs; convenient and flexible distribution; direct-to-patient education through clinical pharmacists; and advanced analytics. On average, the TotalRx program saves patients over $150 per year on prescription medication and employers 15% annually on medication costs.
Chris Miller, CEO of Everside Health, said, "With the U.S. spending more than $1,125 per person on prescribed medicines per year, per capita, and with more than three in four adults agreeing that prescription drugs are unaffordable, we knew something had to be done. We created TotalRx as a holistic, affordable solution that improves patient health by making medication adherence easier at every stage of the process."
Details of the TotalRx program include:
- More affordable prescriptions: Unlike similar industry offerings that utilize average wholesale pricing, TotalRx is based on lowest net cost for brand, generic and specialty prescriptions, irrespective of how members receive their medication. Importantly, employers are only billed when medications are dispensed, not when they are stocked in health centers.
- Convenient and flexible distribution: Patients can access to their medications by their preferred method, whether onsite at an Everside Health center, through home delivery or from a network of select retail pharmacies.
- Direct-to-patient education: Members with complex prescription needs can access virtual consultations with a clinical pharmacist, who also coordinates any recommended prescription changes with the prescribing provider, providing personalized guidance on the most effective medications for their health needs.
Susan Kinzler, Executive Vice President of Everside Health, said, "According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 20 to 30 percent of new prescriptions are never filled, and 50% of the time, medication is not taken as prescribed. Given these concerning statistics, we developed TotalRx to help drive better medication compliance, which ultimately supports improved health and better clinical outcomes for our patients. With all of our offerings, the concept of TotalRx is rooted in increased accessibility, decreased cost and the highest quality of care."
Everside Health offers preventive health services that treat the whole person and not just their symptoms, including mental and occupational health, to onsite or near-site employer workforces, as well as virtually. This approach has been successful in helping employees better manage a wide array of costly, chronic health problems, such as diabetes and high blood pressure. On average, employers on the Everside program save 17% on claims costs by year three and 31% by year five, based on a retrospective claims analysis conducted by the company.
Companies looking to learn more about TotalRx by Everside Health and get in touch with a representative may visit www.EversideHealth.com/TotalRx.
About Everside Health
Everside Health is one of the largest direct primary care providers in the U.S., operating 375+ health centers in 34 states located at or near the facilities of its employer, union and other benefit sponsor clients. Everside's patient-focused, care-obsessed, technology-driven healthcare delivery model aligns incentives to benefit the patient, the physician and the benefit provider, all while reducing the total cost of care. Patients receive convenient, low- or no-cost access to physicians and 24/7 virtual care, reducing the need for costly ER use. Everside Health is based in Denver, Colorado. For more information, visit www.eversidehealth.com.
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EversideHealth@edelman.com
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