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On track to reach approved science-based target of 50% by 2030
BOWLING GREEN, Ky., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fruit of the Loom, Inc. is proud to announce a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions at its own operations, putting the Company well on track to achieve its ambitious goal of reducing scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030. This goal was announced in 2021 as a part of the Company's science-based target approved by the Science Based Targets initiative to keep a rise in temperature below 1.5°C by 2030. This achievement and more can be found in Fruit of the Loom, Inc.'s newly released 2021 Sustainability Report, part of the Company's Fruitful Futures sustainability plan, available on www.FOTLInc.com.
"With deep respect for the people who make our products and our planet that provides the materials to produce them, we set goals to chart our course toward a more sustainable future," said Melissa Burgess Taylor, chairman and chief executive officer of Fruit of the Loom, Inc. "We saw great progress on our science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our own operations by increasing energy efficiency and sourcing renewable energy. Since we manufacture 86% of what we sell, this is a significant accomplishment."
The progress to reach a science-based target by 2030 is just one of the many goals in the Company's sustainability plan, Fruitful Futures. It connects Fruit of the Loom, Inc.'s portfolio of iconic brands, including Fruit of the Loom®, Russell Athletic®, Spalding® and Vanity Fair®.
Other key highlights during the 2021 reporting year include:
- Zero Waste: All Fruit of the Loom, Inc. owned operations are zero waste facilities. This vital achievement is made possible through process optimization at every location that looks to better utilize all fabric as well as collaborative partnerships across the Company's supply chains to divert waste from landfills.
- Renewable Energy: 64% of Fruit of the Loom, Inc.'s global electricity was renewable through a mix of solar and biomass renewables and the purchase of renewable energy credits.
- Sustainable Cotton: 87% of the cotton used comes from sustainable sources in the U.S., and the Company is on track to reach its goal of 100% sustainably sourced cotton by 2025.
- Supply Chain Transparency: We mapped 18% of our Tier 1 supply chain, exceeding our annual phasing goal by 23%. Of those engaged suppliers, 45% mapped to raw materials. This represents a significant volume of our supply chain, as the scope includes all of our own internal facilities which produce 86% of what we sell.
"Creating a future that is more fruitful for our employees, their families and our consumers has never been more necessary," said Burgess Taylor. "At Fruit of the Loom, Inc. we are using the power of our values to run our business in ways that protect both the planet and the people around it — through the products we make and the lives we enrich, today and tomorrow."
About Fruit of the Loom, Inc.
Fruit of the Loom, Inc. is an international leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of family apparel, intimates, athletic apparel, and sporting equipment. The company has a portfolio of iconic brands, including heritage brands with over a century of influence, such as Fruit of the Loom®, Russell Athletic®, Jerzees®, Spalding®, and Vanity Fair®. Fruit of the Loom, Inc. is a global holding company headquartered in Bowling Green, Kentucky. For more information on Fruit of the Loom, Inc., please visit FOTLinc.com.
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270-935-2537
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SOURCE Fruit of the Loom, Inc. | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/02/fotl-inc-achieves-40-reduction-greenhouse-gas-emissions-own-operations-worldwide/ | 2022-08-02T15:26:46Z |
Cool Nights, Pretty Days
BUT....strong winds return late week
Dry northerly flow and clearing skies make for a couple of cool nights ahead, lows should bottom out in the 40s both Tuesday and Wednesday morning.
Tuesday offers up some really pleasant outdoor weather with lots of sun and mild temperatures. Wind begins to pick up Wednesday, not to the extent of last weekend but gusts up to 25 mph can be expected. We’re back in the serious gust range for Thu-Fri with those unwelcome 30-35 mph gusts.
Things should be dry through Thursday, the approach of another cold front gives us a chance of rain Friday night-Saturday, but not a very high chance because upper support looks meager. The front retreats northward as a warm front on Sunday, a passing upper wave works together with the front to give us a much higher chance of heavy rainfall.
So, it may well be the second soggy Sunday in a row.
Here’s your 7-Day:
Monday: 70% rain early, decreasing clouds afternoon
Tuesday: Sunny
Wednesday: Sunny
Thursday: Mostly sunny, very windy
Friday: Partly cloudy, very windy
Friday night: 20% Showers/storms
Saturday: 10% Showers, overall a nice warm day
Sunday: 50% Showers/storms
Monday: 30% Showers
Steve LaNore
Chief Meteorologist
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NAPLES, Fla., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of the estate of Mary Billman against Big Olaf Creamery, LLC in the Listeria outbreak linked to this company's ice cream. Mrs. Billman's estate is represented by Marler Clark, the Listeria lawyers, and local counsel Scott Weinstein. The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. Complaint #8:22-cv-01514
On January 18, 2022, Mrs. Billman was in the State of Florida, visiting her daughter who lives in Hollywood, Florida. On this date, at the Big Olaf's Creamery ice cream parlor located at 3350 Bahia Vista in Sarasota, Florida, Mrs. Billman consumed ice cream that had been manufactured, distributed, and sold by the Defendant Big Olaf. The ice cream that Mrs. Billman consumed on this date was contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes.
Mrs. Billman's symptoms persisted, and on January 27, 2022, she woke up with a fever over 103 degrees. Her daughter called an ambulance and Mrs. Billman was rushed to the emergency department at Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood, Florida, where she soon began treatment for a septic illness.
Over the course of the next two days, Mrs. Billman's organs began to shut down due to her septic illness. By the time her family was able to see her again, she was unconscious. She would never regain consciousness, and died on January 29, 2022, leaving behind her husband, the Plaintiff; three daughters named Kelli Mitsdarfer, Kara Gray, and Richelle Brown; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
On July 2, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced the preliminary results of an epidemiologic investigation conducted into the Listeria monocytogenes illnesses of 23 people who live, or who lived prior to their deaths, in 10 different states. The investigation into these illnesses had shown that that the cause of the outbreak was Big Olaf's ice cream products.
"What is shocking is that the Listeria linked to the outbreak was present in this ice cream beginning in 2021, this shows a complete failure to keep the manufacturing facility clean and in good repair," said food safety lawyer, Bill Marler.
The first case of illness in the outbreak experienced onset of symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection in January 2021. Illnesses occurred sporadically over the course of the year and a half since the first case became ill, continuing to cause illnesses through June of 2022. Due to the delay in symptom onset and illness reporting, the total number of people sickened in this outbreak is not yet known.
The 10 states where cases in this outbreak live, including the number of cases in each state, are as follows: Florida (12), Colorado (1), Georgia (1), Illinois (1), Kansas (1), Massachusetts (2), Minnesota (1), New Jersey (1), New York (2), Pennsylvania (1). Among the 10 cases who did not live in Florida, 8 of them had traveled to Florida in the month before onset of symptoms. This outbreak investigation is on-going.
The Marler Clark Listeria lawyers have unmatched experience representing victims of Listeria. Our Listeria lawyers have represented thousands of victims of notable Listeria outbreaks such as the 2011 Jensen Farms Listeria outbreak where over 33 people died, the 2010 Sangar Fresh Cut Produce Listeria outbreak, the 2007 Whittier Farms Listeria outbreak, the 2012 Marte brand Fescolina ricotta salata cheese Listeria outbreak, the 2015 Blue Bell Ice Cream Listeria outbreak, the 2016 Dole Lettuce Listeria outbreak and the 2017 Vulto Creamery Listeria outbreak. We are presently assisting in a Listeria outbreak in South Africa that sickened over 1,000 and killed over 200.
Marler Clark has represented countless Listeria victims and is the only firm in the nation with a practice focused exclusively on plaintiff foodborne illness litigation.
If you believe you are part of this outbreak fill out the Marler Clark contact form or call toll-free at 800-884-9840. There is no cost to you.
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PHOENIX, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity Capital" or the "Company"), a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth stage companies, today announced that on September 15, 2022, its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.60 per share with respect to the quarter ending September 30, 2022, consisting of a regular quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share and a supplemental cash dividend of $0.15 per share. This dividend represents an increase of 5.3% over the dividend declared in the prior quarter.
The Company's Board of Directors previously expressed the intent to declare a supplemental cash dividend of $0.15 per share in the fourth quarter of 2022 for a total of supplemental cash dividends equal to $0.60 per share in 2022, subject to Board of Director approval.
This supplemental dividend will be paid out of Trinity Capital's undistributed taxable income (taxable income in excess of dividends paid) as of December 31, 2021.
The following are key dates for the regular and new supplemental dividend for the quarter ending June 30, 2022:
Summary of Second Quarter 2022 Regular and Supplemental Dividend:
The Company's objective is to distribute four quarterly dividends in an amount that approximates 90% to 100% of its taxable quarterly income or potential annual income for a particular year in order to qualify for tax treatment as a regulated investment company under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. In addition, during any particular year, the Company may pay additional supplemental dividends, so that the Company distributes approximately all its annual taxable income in the year it was earned, or it may spill over the excess taxable income into the coming year for future dividend payments.
Dividends are paid from taxable earnings and may include a return of capital and/or capital gains. The specific tax characteristics of the dividends will be reported to stockholders on Form 1099-DIV after the end of the calendar year and in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
About Trinity Capital Inc.
Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN and TRINL), an internally managed business development company, is a leading provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-stage companies with institutional equity investors. Trinity Capital's investment objective is to generate current income and, to a lesser extent, capital appreciation through investments, including term loans and equipment financings and equity-related investments. Trinity Capital believes it is one of only a select group of specialty lenders that has the depth of knowledge, experience and track record in lending to growth stage companies. For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.trinitycap.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements and are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including the impact of the COVID 19 pandemic on the economy, financial markets, our business, our portfolio companies and our industry. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). The Company undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statement made herein. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. More information on risks and other potential factors that could affect the Company's financial results, including important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from plans, estimates or expectations included herein or on the webcast/conference call, is included in the Company's filings with the SEC, including in the "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections of the Company's most recently filed annual report on Form 10-K and subsequent SEC filings.
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First PCA Coach-Led Competitive Gaming League Holds Largest In-Person Youth
Esports Tournament in North America
DALLAS, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- XP League, the first esports franchise in North America, is gearing up to host its 2022 North American Finals at the Full Sail University Orlando Health Fortress Esports Arena and Full Sail Live Venue, June 25 -26, 2022. In partnership with Full Sail University, the top 48 XP League teams, coaches, franchise owners and families will come together for the largest in-person youth esports tournament in North America.
The event kicks off Saturday, June 25 at 8 a.m. with a welcoming ceremony for players, teams, coaches, and parents. The ceremony will be opening the day's tournament events where play begins promptly at 9 a.m. The second and final day of the tournament is on Sunday, June 26 with play beginning at 9 a.m. and concluding the weekend's event with the closing and trophy ceremony. The event will be live-streamed at https://www.twitch.tv/xpleague.
In partnering with Full Sail University, the weekend's events will include regularly scheduled tours where families can learn more about its award-winning education program in esports, entertainment, media, arts and technology. In celebration of the finals, XP League is offering participants, families, and guests discounted attraction tickets to Universal Studios and food trucks, vendor booths with mementos, player gear and merch will be available throughout the weekend.
CEO and co-founder, Jay Melamed created XP League after seeing his own children's range of interest in traditional youth sports and unified love for video games. He soon realized the lack of structure and guidance in esports and decided to blend concepts of traditional youth sports with video games.
"We are so excited to host this tremendous event for all our players and their families. There's nowhere else kids can experience this sort of in-person competition that makes them truly feel like a professional gamer with all of the hype that comes with a huge national event like this," said Melamed.
Launched in 2020, XP League offers a nine-week seasonal program including one practice and one match a week. Each team is led by a coach who focuses on teaching resiliency, teamwork and sportsmanship in addition to gaming skills to elementary, middle and high school students. By integrating these values into the core format of its programming, kids see the positive reward as an exciting part of the overall experience.
XP League is the first esports organization to officially partner with the Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA), where its coaches are Double-Goal certified and set a standard for competitive youth gaming. Since its start in 2020, XP League has grown to more than 30 franchised locations across the country and in April 2022 was acquired by Unleashed Brands, the fast-growing parent company of youth enrichment franchise brands, including Urban Air Adventure Park, The Little Gym, Snapology, Premier Martial Arts and Class 101.
For more information about XP League and its upcoming 2022 North American Finals, visit https://www.xpleague.com/.
XP League is the first-to-market youth esports league franchise that bridges the gap between conventional youth athletics and competitive esports. XP League provides an innovative program that fosters social skills and sportsmanship through a positive, certified coach-led structure. Launched in September 2020, XP League has quickly grown to become the first and largest esports franchise concept the U.S. and Canada.
Unleashed Brands, currently includes portfolio brands Urban Air, Snapology, The Little Gym, XP League, Class 101 and Premier Martial Arts. and was founded to curate and grow a portfolio of the most innovative and profitable brands that help kids learn, play and grow. Over the last 10 years, the team at Unleashed Brands has built a proven platform and know-how for scaling businesses focused on serving families. Its mission is to impact the lives of every kid by providing fun, engaging and inspiring experiences that help them become who they are destined to be. For more information, please visit www.UnleashedBrands.com.
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PITTSBURGH, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mastech Digital, Inc. (NYSE American: MHH), a leading provider of Digital Transformation IT Services, has scheduled a conference call to discuss the results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. The conference call will occur on Wednesday, August 3rd at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time and will be hosted by Mr. Vivek Gupta, CEO, Mr. Jack Cronin, CFO and Mr. Ganeshan Venkateshwaran, Chief Executive Officer of Mastech InfoTrellis (the Company's data and analytics business segment).
The conference call can be accessed through a listen-only dial-in number or through a live webcast. To listen to the conference call, please dial 877-407-3980. The webcast will be available at http://www.mastechdigital.com via the Investors section. Investors should log on 10 minutes prior to the start of the program.
A replay of the call will be available for 7 days following its conclusion. Domestic callers can access the replay by dialing 877-660-6853 and entering conference number 13731879. International callers can access the replay by dialing 201-612-7415 and entering the same conference number 13731879. The webcast will be available for 7 days on Mastech Digital's corporate website.
About Mastech Digital, Inc.:
Mastech Digital (NYSE American: MHH) is a leading provider of Digital Transformation IT Services. The Company offers Data Management and Analytics Solutions, Digital Learning, and IT Staffing Services with a Digital First approach. A minority-owned enterprise, Mastech Digital is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA with offices across the U.S., Canada, and India.
For more information, contact:
Donna Kijowski
Manager, Investor Relations
Mastech Digital, Inc.
+1-888-330-5497
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SOURCE Mastech Digital, Inc. | https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/21/mastech-digital-inc-discuss-second-quarter-2022-financial-results-august-3-2022/ | 2022-07-21T12:57:26Z |
Talk about hot nights, America got some for the history books last month.
The continental United States in July set a record for overnight warmth, providing little relief from the day’s sizzling heat for people, animals, plants and the electric grid, meteorologists said.
The average low temperature for the Lower 48 states in July was 63.6 degrees (17.6 Celsius), which beat the previous record set in 2011 by a few hundredths of a degree. The mark is not only the hottest nightly average for July, but for any month in 128 years of record keeping, said National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration climatologist Karin Gleason. July’s nighttime low was more than 3 degrees (1.7 Celsius) warmer than the 20th century average.
Scientists have long talked about nighttime temperatures — reflected in increasingly hotter minimum readings that usually occur after sunset and before sunrise — being crucial to health.
“When you have daytime temperatures that are at or near record high temperatures and you don’t have that recovery overnight with temperatures cooling off, it does place a lot of stress on plants, on animals and on humans,” Gleason said Friday. “It’s a big deal.”
In Texas, where the monthly daytime average high was over 100 degrees (37.8 Celsius) for the first time in July and the electrical grid was stressed, the average nighttime temperature was a still toasty 74.3 degrees (23.5 Celsius) — 4 degrees (2.2 Celsius) above the 20th century average.
In the past 30 years, the nighttime low in the U.S. has warmed on average about 2.1 degrees (1.2 Celsius), while daytime high temperatures have gone up 1.9 degrees (1.1 Celsius) at the same time. For decades climate scientists have said global warming from the burning of coal, oil and natural gas would make the world warm faster at night and in the northern polar regions. A study earlier this week said the Arctic is now warming four times faster than the rest of the globe.
Nighttime warms faster because daytime warming helps make the air hold more moisture then that moisture helps trap the heat in at night, Gleason said.
“So it is in theory expected and it’s also something we’re seeing happen in the data,” Gleason said.
NOAA on Friday also released its global temperature data for July, showing it was on average the sixth hottest month on record with an average temperature of 61.97 degrees (16.67 degrees Celsius), which is 1.57 degrees (0.87 degrees Celsius) warmer than the 20th century average. It was a month of heat waves, including the United Kingdom breaking its all-time heat record.
“Global warming is continuing on pace,” Colorado meteorologist Bob Henson said.
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Award honors districts for commitment to critical skills education
WASHINGTON, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EVERFI, Inc., a leading social impact education innovator, today announced that 1,440 school districts across the U.S. and Canada are this year's recipients of the EVERFI Empowered Seal. Of the school districts being honored, 858 are first-time honorees, and 582 are repeat honorees. Now in its third year, the EVERFI Empowered Seal is a designation awarded to public school districts that have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to comprehensive, digital-first education strategies on topics such as financial literacy, social-emotional learning, sustainability, and health.
This year also introduces the Empowered Seal Scholarship. Students in Empowered Seal school districts who have completed at least one EVERFI course will be eligible to participate in an essay-based contest and compete for scholarships totaling $6,000. Ten students will be selected as winners, with two students winning a $1,000 scholarship and eight students each winning a $500 scholarship. Contests will be held in the fall and spring.
"With the unique challenges facing our society today, learners of all ages need education beyond just the core curriculum to have the necessary skills to be successful," said Alice Lee, senior vice president, K-12 Implementation, EVERFI. "We need to empower our youngest learners and those in our most vulnerable communities by addressing the missing learning layer and supporting students with scholarships to achieve their dreams, create change, and break generational cycles. We are proud to honor these school districts that have made the commitment to preparing students to navigate the opportunities and challenges not just of today but of the future."
School districts are awarded the EVERFI Empowered Seal based on a variety of criteria, including the Principles of Effective Prevention Programs published by Nation, et al. (2003), which outlines high-impact practices across diverse well-being topics widely adopted by education and prevention practitioners that EVERFI has adapted into measurable technology metrics. Additionally, districts and individual schools that have displayed a commitment to areas of critical learning, demonstrated by greater than 10 percent of the student population using EVERFI resources, are eligible to receive the EVERFI Empowered Seal.
Among this year's Empowered Seal Districts, five are in the nation's 10 largest school districts, and 37 are among the nation's largest 100.
"EVERFI allows our educators to enhance student learning through the use of engaging, interactive learning modules. The feedback students receive, as well as the instructor, allows us to reteach a concept if needed," said Ashlee Cappucci, supervisor for K-12 Physical Education, Health, and Dance, Hillsborough County School District (FL). "Our district utilizes the impact reports provided by EVERFI to take an overall glimpse on how we can improve instruction. EVERFI has been vital in helping our district grow and meet the needs of all of our students in health and wellness."
For more than 14 years, EVERFI has provided digital education covering areas of critical learning to K-12 students and is committed to supporting school districts in transforming the well-being and equity of their communities. The EVERFI Empowered Seal aligns with EVERFI's mission through empowering communities and raising awareness of the value of whole-child, real-world education.
To see the full list of recipients of the 2022 EVERFI Empowered Seal, visit https://everfi.com/k-12/empowered-seal/.
EVERFI from Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) is an international technology company driving social impact through education to address the most challenging issues affecting society ranging from financial wellness to mental health to workplace conduct and other critical topics. Founded in 2008, EVERFI's Impact-as-a-ServiceTM solution and digital educational content have reached more than 45 million learners globally. In 2020, the company was recognized as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company and was featured on Fortune Magazine's Impact 20 List. The company was also named to the 2021 GSV EdTech 150, a list of the most transformative growth companies in digital learning. Blackbaud, the world's leading cloud software company powering social good, acquired EVERFI in December of 2021. To learn more about EVERFI, please visit everfi.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter @EVERFI.
Except for historical information, all of the statements, expectations, and assumptions contained in this news release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding expected benefits of products and product features. Although Blackbaud attempts to be accurate in making these forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based. In addition, other important factors that could cause results to differ materially include the following: general economic risks and the other risk factors occasionally set forth in the SEC filings for Blackbaud, of which free copies are available at www.sec.gov or upon request from Blackbaud's investor relations department. All Blackbaud product names appearing herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blackbaud, Inc.
Media Contact
Jennifer Edgerly
EVERFI
jedgerly@everfi.com
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2 men arrested for stealing 57 watermelons, sheriff’s office says
MERCED, Calif. (Gray News) – Two men in California were arrested for stealing 57 watermelons from a field Monday evening, according to officials.
The Merced County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were called to a property for a report of trespassing. When they arrived, they spoke to a man who said that people were stealing watermelons from his field.
Deputies said they witnessed a car leaving the field and were able to stop the vehicle. Deputies found 57 watermelons in the backseat and trunk of the car.
The sheriff’s office said Erick Vasquez, 23, and Brayan Vasquez Buenrostro, 30, were arrested.
According to jail records, the two face numerous charges related to the incident, including felony grand theft of fruit.
The watermelons were returned to the victim.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Price Simms Family Dealerships, one of the largest privately held Automotive Groups in Northern California, has completed the acquisition of Downtown Ford and Harrold Ford from the Victory Automotive Group, adding two stores to their now 28-store lineup.
Price Simms CEO, Adam Simms commented, "The two dealerships are among the largest Ford stores in Sacramento, and we're excited for this new opportunity. The talent at both stores has put us in a position to become stronger and I'm pleased to welcome our new teammates."
Mr. Simms continued, "To grow our business into nearby Sacramento is tremendously exciting for our organization and we look forward to making significant capital improvements and supporting our surrounding neighborhoods. My family used to live here and it's very exciting for me to return and once again contribute to this amazing community."
Price Simms owns and operates a vast portfolio of dealerships throughout the San Francisco Bay Area including several award-winning high-volume Toyota and Ford stores, the first two Polestar dealerships in the US, and various luxury stores including Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, McLaren, Mercedes, and more.
Chairman Tom Price purchased his first Bay Area dealership in 1976 and has been serving our local communities ever since. In 2003, he partnered with automotive tech pioneer, Adam Simms, to create Price Simms Family Dealerships. They now own and operate 28 franchised dealerships across 14 Northern California locations.
Visit us today at: Toyota Sunnyvale • Toyota Marin • Toyota Walnut Creek • Ford Fairfield • Downtown Ford of Sacramento • Lincoln Fairfield • Mercedes-Benz Fairfield • Volvo Marin • Volvo Palo Alto • Polestar Marin • Polestar San Jose • Land Rover Marin • Jaguar Marin • Aston Martin Los Gatos • Aston Martin Walnut Creek • McLaren San Francisco • McLaren Walnut Creek • Bentley Los Gatos • Bentley Walnut Creek • Lamborghini Los Gatos • Lamborghini Walnut Creek • Rolls Royce Los Gatos • Lotus Los Gatos • Pininfarina Los Gatos • Czinger Los Gatos • Maserati Walnut Creek • Sprinter Mercedes Fairfield
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Paul Schraeder
+18183265717
paulschraeder@pricesimms.com
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15-year-old killed when pontoon boat hits group of swimmers on Missouri lake, officials say
Published: Jul. 11, 2022 at 11:29 AM EDT|Updated: 21 minutes ago
BRANSON, Mo. (KY3/Gray News) – A 15-year-old girl was killed in a boating accident in Missouri on Sunday afternoon, according to the Missouri State Water Patrol.
Officials said a 62-year-old driver of a pontoon boat hit a group of swimmers on Table Rock Lake and then hit a rock bluff.
The accident killed a 15-year-old girl, and a 16-year-old boy was treated for minor injuries.
The victims’ names were not released because they are minors. The driver of the boat was uninjured.
The Missouri State Water Patrol is investigating.
Copyright 2022 KY3 via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/07/11/15-year-old-killed-when-pontoon-boat-hits-group-swimmers-missouri-lake-officials-say/ | 2022-07-11T15:50:23Z |
Buffalo supermarket to reopen 2 months after mass shooting
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo supermarket where 10 Black people were killed by a white gunman is set to reopen its doors to the public Friday, two months after the racist attack.
A moment of silence and prayer will be held Thursday at Tops Friendly Market to honor the victims, employees and community impacted by the May 14 mass shooting, with a ceremonial reopening of the overhauled store before customers return Friday, the company said.
Ten Black people were killed when a then-18-year-old gunman wearing body armor and carrying a semi-automatic rifle opened fire on weekend shoppers and employees. Three people were wounded in the massacre.
Investigators say the shooter was motivated by white supremacist beliefs and researched the demographics of the predominantly Black neighborhood where the market is located with the intent of killing as many Black people as possible. He drove for more than three hours from his home in Conklin, New York, to carry out the attack, authorities said.
The decision to reopen, rather than relocate, the store has been met with mixed emotions in the East Buffalo neighborhood that, beset by high poverty, fought for years to get a grocery store. Since opening in 2003, the Tops location remains the only supermarket in the immediate area. Its closure in the wake of the shooting forced many residents to take buses to other locations or rely on stopgap measures like neighborhood giveaways to access fresh food.
“We must go on,” said Tops employee Rosalie Bishop, who has worked at the store for 12 years. She wants the store open again — and never for a moment considered not returning to work with colleagues who she considers family.
“The store is there for a reason. The store is still there for a reason,” said Bishop, 58, who was on her way to work when the shooting happened and said she’s still processing her near miss. “The people will come back. They might not come today or tomorrow, but they will come back.”
Other neighbors say reopening isn’t the best path forward.
Suggestions to local media and on social networks include turning the site into a park or recreational center that would bring the community together, or having several supermarkets that are more dispersed throughout Buffalo’s East Side.
Some simply can’t imagine entering a store where such terrible events took place.
The shooter, Payton Gendron, was arrested just outside the store’s front entrance. He is charged with numerous counts, including federal hate crime charges punishable by the death penalty, and has pleaded not guilty to state and federal charges.
Authorities say the gunman was motivated by white supremacist beliefs, including a baseless conspiracy theory about a plot to diminish the influence of white people. He chronicled his plans for months in an online diary, authorities said, and livestreamed the attack via a helmet camera.
Mayor Byron Brown said he was apprehensive while first touring the remodeled store but believes the overhaul will be helpful to customers.
“I realize that not everyone will feel comfortable returning to the store,” he said in a statement, adding that he is encouraging other retailers to serve the area.
“None of us will ever forget the cruel, racist attack,” Brown said. The reopening is a step toward healing, he said.
Bishop already has returned to the store to help prepare. Her first day went smoothly, but a security drill with flashing lights on the second day sent her home, shaken, mid-shift. Still, she said she is not afraid for her safety.
“I just want peace. I just want peace,” Bishop said. “It’ll never go back to the way it was. We’re not looking for the way it was. But peace.”
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.kxii.com/2022/07/14/buffalo-supermarket-reopen-2-months-after-mass-shooting/ | 2022-07-14T12:55:24Z |
Ballerina statue cut down in Tulsa, sold for scrap metal
TULSA, Okla. (AP) - Authorities in Oklahoma say a bronze statue of a famous Native American ballerina was cut from its base outside a Tulsa museum and sold for scrap to a recycling company.
Museum officials say the Five Moons statue of Marjorie Tallchief was likely removed Thursday from its plinth outside the Tulsa Historical Society.
The Tulsa World newspaper reports that museum officials received a call Monday from CMC Recycling in southwest Rogers County. That company identified what they believed were pieces of the bronze statue.
Tulsa Historical Society and Museum Director Michelle Place checked out the recovered pieces late Monday morning and verified that they came from the statue.
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High inflation leaves food banks struggling to meet needs
By THALIA BEATY and GLENN GAMBOA
Associated Press
Kendall Nunamaker and her family of five in Kennewick, Washington, faced impossible math this month: how do they pay for gas, groceries and their mortgage with inflation driving up prices? Their struggle is increasingly common. The 8.5% jump in the consumer price index in March was the largest year-over-year increase since 1981, according to the Labor Department. The national average gas price reached a record high Wednesday of $4.40 a gallon. And global food prices are climbing after shortages caused by Russia’s war against Ukraine and other supply chain problems. Food banks across America say these economic conditions are pushing demand for their support higher, at a time when their labor and delivery costs are climbing and donations are decreasing. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/11/high-inflation-leaves-food-banks-struggling-to-meet-needs/ | 2022-05-11T15:32:06Z |
Eric Wood is a former NFL player who played for the Buffalo Bills.
His life took a huge turn when he got injured with a neck injury that ended up ruining his football career. Of course, he could not foresee this happening so Wood had just signed an extension contract and he was the only player on his team that season that could play every “snap” and then his injury happened.
Wood continued his journey but writing his book “Tackle What’s Next,” which has helped him figure out what is next in his life and expresses the life lessons that he has learned.
“I am here to show you many lessons that can make an exciting transition,” the football star told KTLA’s Sam Rubin on the Morning Show. “I believe that truly your what’s next in life can be your best yet and we all have the capability to reach that,” he said.
Although he no longer plays football for the Bills, he still plays a big part in the team since becoming their commentator.
You can preorder Eric’s new book “Tackle What’s Next” now and it will hit bookshelves Oct. 11.. You can listen to “What’s Next with Eric Wood” wherever you get your podcasts.
This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 8, 2022. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/eric-wood-tackles-leaving-the-nfl-when-he-got-a-career-ending-injury/ | 2022-09-09T16:06:57Z |
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ohio, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Destination Outlets, in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is gearing up to ensure the 2022 Event Season is like no other, exclusive summer concerts and new stores around every corner.
The event season will begin with Alexis Gomez of American Idol fame taking the stage at Destination Outlets on May 28th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm with gates opening at 5:00pm. The concert will be $10 or FREE for those who download the Destination Outlets membership app, just search 'Destination Outlets' in the app store. There will be delicious food trucks and the Cincinnati Tap Truck on site. As well as a VIP seating area sponsored by the newly opened, Open Box Outlet.
The Dayton, Ohio native has been singing and playing music since she can remember. Her dad, brother, and sister are all musicians, so following in their footsteps was inevitable! As she got older, she joined the family band and before long, she was stealing the show. Her talent as a musician, along with her clean country vocals have contributed greatly to her success. Her biggest accomplishment to date was finishing in the Top 8 Girls of the hit show American Idol. Alexis won America over instantly and let everyone know they'll be hearing more from this young lady soon (AlexisGomezMusic.com).
Destination Outlets is a 400,000 sq ft shopping complex featuring a variety of brand-name and designer outlet stores for fashion, apparel, housewares, and more. Formerly Tanger Outlets, the new Destination Outlets is well loved by shoppers far and wide for its great deals, family entertainment, and extensive Food Truck Village. The shopping center is centrally located right off Route 71 in Jeffersonville, Ohio, and regularly hosts top-tier events aimed at bringing the local community together. For more information on Destination Outlets 2021 holiday events, visit destinationoutlets.com
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17-year-old girl missing from Oklahoma for 10 months found in Ohio
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) – A teen from Oklahoma who had been missing for the last 10 months was found in Ohio Monday, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.
Shawna Justice, 17, was reported missing to the Woodward County Sheriff’s Office in December of 2021.
The Akron Police Department and USMS joined the investigation last week and found the girl in Akron on Sept. 12, 2022.
“The speed at which the investigation developed over the last week, and a recovery was able to happen in this case was exceptional,” U.S. Marshal Pete Elliott said in a news release. “Our officers should be commended for recovering this child swiftly and safe.”
Officials said an “adult relative” of Shawna was also arrested on outstanding warrants during the teen’s recovery, adding that further charges are pending investigation.
The teen will be kept in Ohio until authorities from Oklahoma can pick her up.
Anyone with information on a missing or endangered juvenile is asked to call the U.S. Marshals at 1-866-492-6833. Callers can remain anonymous.
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BENSALEM, Pa., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. f/k/a Peridot Acquisition Corp. ("Li-Cycle" or the "Company") (NYSE: LICY).
Class Period: February 16, 2021 – March 23, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: June 20, 2022
Investors suffering losses on their Li-Cycle investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Li-Cycles largest customer, Traxys North America LLC, is not actually a customer, but merely a broker providing working capital financial to the Company while Traxys tries to sell Li-Cycles product to end customers; (2) the Company engaged in highly questionable related party transactions; (3) the Company's mark-to-model accounting is vulnerable to abuse and gave a false impression of growth; (4) a significant portion of the Company's reported revenues were derived from simply marking up receivables on products that had not been sold; (5) the Company's gross margins have likely been negative since inception; (6) the Company will require an additional $1 billion of funding to support its planned growth (which is a figure greater than the Company raised via the merger); and (7) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Howard G. Smith, Esquire, of Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, 3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020, by telephone at (215) 638-4847, toll-free at (888) 638-4847, or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com, or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.
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Build-A-Bear Announces Three-Way Partnership With Build-A-Bear Foundation, First Book, and Busload Of Books Tour, To Provide 150,000 Free Books to High-Need Communities Across The Country
ST. LOUIS, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) celebrates its favorite day of the year today, National Teddy Bear Day, with the launch of its newest furry friend, Read Teddy, to support its ongoing children's literacy efforts and encourage a love of reading among children. This classic brown bear has super soft fur with an irresistibly cute smile and can be paired with fun clothing and accessories, including the new "My Weekend is Booked" tee and Book wristie. Proceeds from each purchase will go to support Build-A-Bear Foundation and its partnership with First Book. Build-A-Bear Foundation is also donating 20,000 teddy bears to Title 1 schools in the First Book network to provide reading buddies to children in under-resourced communities to help build self-confidence and a love of reading. Children's literacy is one of the core areas of giving at Build-A-Bear Foundation, which announced its partnership with First Book earlier this year in honor of the brand's 25th anniversary.
First Book is the largest online community of educators serving kids living in poverty, building a path out of poverty through educational equity. In a three-way partnership between First Book, Build-A-Bear Foundation, and the Busload of Books Tour, the organizations will provide 150,000 free books to students and educators in high-need communities across the country.
Throughout the 2022-2023 school year, Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr—the author/illustrator duo behind popular picture books and illustrated middle grade novels such as The Cookie Chronicles series and Everywhere Wonder—will spend the 2022-2023 school year on the Busload of Books Tour. This ultimate road trip will visit Title I schools in all 50 states handing out free books to students and teachers who otherwise wouldn't have access to them. They'll be joined on this adventure by their four children, the family dog and their very own special Read Teddy. Watch Robbi and Matthew, along with their children, make the very first Read Teddy who will travel along on their journey over the next year.
Follow along as they chronicle their adventures on their Instagram channel
"Education and reading are so critical to the trajectory of a young child's life. Knowing that access to education and reading is a key indicator of a child's success through high school and beyond is why we have made this a core pillar of our Foundation's efforts," said Voin Todorovic, President of Build-A-Bear Foundation. "We are pleased that Build-A-Bear Workshop is supporting our literacy efforts with the launch of Read Teddy and the partnership with First Book and the Busload of Books Tour."
"We're thrilled to be celebrating National Teddy Bear Day with a focus on reading and literacy. Septem-BEAR is the perfect time to launch Read Teddy in support of our brand's literacy efforts, with children starting a new school year. Research shows reading to a stuffed animal can build self-confidence with children, and also be a therapeutic tool, and our hope is that Read Teddy will now encourage our youngest guests to snuggle up with their furry friend and read a favorite story," said Sharon Price John, President and Chief Executive Officer of Build-A-Bear. "By partnering with First Book and supporting our Foundation's efforts, we can work together to ensure that even more children will have access to a beloved book and bear."
"Our goal at First Book is to provide kids in under resourced communities with the books and resources they need to learn and thrive," said Dana Bond, Senior Vice President, Strategic Alliances for First Book. "We are so grateful for our magical partnership with Build-A-Bear, taking that a step further providing a cozy, reassuring reading buddy to encourage children to engage in reading."
Build-A-Bear Foundation adds a little more heart to life by sharing hugs, inspiring creativity, and supporting those in need. A 501(c)3 organization, Build-A-Bear Foundation's core focus is to support children's literacy programs as a path to social and educational equity. Build-A-Bear Foundation also provides financial and furry friend donations to organizations that support children's health and wellness, disaster relief, and families in need of essential supplies. Since 1997, Build-A-Bear has donated more than $22 million and 1.5 million furry friends to charitable causes around the world. For more information, please visit www.buildabearfoundation.org.
Build-A-Bear is a multi-generational global brand focused on its mission to "add a little more heart to life" appealing to a wide array of consumer groups who enjoy the personal expression in making their own "furry friends" to celebrate and commemorate life moments. Nearly 500 interactive brick-and-mortar retail locations operated through a variety of formats provide guests of all ages a hands-on entertaining experience, which often fosters a lasting and emotional brand connection. The company also offers engaging e-commerce/digital purchasing experiences on buildabear.com including its online "Bear-Builder", the animated "Bear Builder 3D Workshop" and its age-gated adult-focused "Bear Cave". In addition, extending its brand power beyond retail, Build-A-Bear Entertainment, a subsidiary of Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc., is dedicated to creating engaging content for kids and adults that fulfills the company's mission, while the company also offers products at wholesale and in non-plush consumer categories via licensing agreements with leading manufacturers. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. posted total revenue of $411.5 million in fiscal 2021. For more information, visit the Investor Relations section of buildabear.com
Author/illustrator duo Mathew Swanson and Robbi Behr will spend the 2020-2023 school year traveling the country in a tiny home school bus, visiting Title I elementary schools in all 50 states, doing presentations on creative empowerment, giving away 25,000 books, and facilitating the first-ever large-scale study of how author/illustrator visits impact literacy and creativity among elementary age students.
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CHICAGO, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cresset Asset Management (Cresset) Wealth Advisor W Janet Dougherty, CFA, has been named to Barron's Top 100 Women Financial Advisors List for 2022, coming in at #60 out of 100 total advisors ranked. Earlier this year, Dougherty was named to Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors in America, ranking #31 for Illinois. Barron's has named Cresset to its Top 100 RIA Firms in America list in both 2021 and 2020, currently ranked #32.
Dougherty works closely with clients to help them reach their wealth goals. She, along with her team, advises business owners and entrepreneurs on all aspects of their families' financial and human capital. She tailors her advice by creating custom solutions designed to meet each client's specific needs in order to achieve meaningful outcomes.
"As a repeat Barron's Top Financial Advisor, Janet exemplifies the qualities of a talented and respected advisor, one who puts clients' best interests first, always," said Doug Regan, Founding Partner and Co-Chairman of Cresset.
To be considered for the Barron's rankings, advisors must fill out a 102-question survey about their practice. Barron's verifies that data with the advisors' firms and with regulatory databases and then applies a rankings formula to the data to generate a ranking. The formula features three major categories of calculations: assets, revenue, and quality of practice. According to Barron's, "The goal is to shine a spotlight on the nation's best financial advisors, with an eye towards raising standards in the industry." View the full Barron's Top Women Financial Advisors List for 2022.
Cresset is an independent, award-winning multi-family office and private investment firm with more than $27 billion in assets under management (as of 6/01/2022). Cresset serves the unique needs of entrepreneurs, CEO founders, wealth creators, executives, and partners, as well as high-net-worth and multi-generational families. Our goal is to deliver a new paradigm for wealth management, giving you time to pursue what matters to you most.
Cresset offers access to a comprehensive suite of family office services, deeply personalized wealth management, investment advisory, planning, and other services through Cresset Asset Management, LLC. Cresset Partners, LLC, Cresset's private investing group, offers clients direct access to institutional-quality real estate, private equity, private credit, and other investment opportunities. Cresset Asset Management, LLC, and Cresset Partners, LLC, are SEC registered investment advisors. To learn more, please visit https://cressetcapital.com.
Cresset refers to Cresset Manager, LLC and all of its subsidiaries and affiliates. Cresset Asset Management, LLC provides investment advisory, family office, and other services to individuals, families, and institutional clients. Cresset Partners, LLC provides investment advisory services strictly to investment vehicles investing in private equity, real estate and other investment opportunities. Cresset Asset Management, LLC, and Cresset Partners, LLC are SEC registered investment advisors.
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GlenOak student art impresses, Canton Symphony rocks with Beatles music, Vox Audio shines
GlenOak student art shines
During the intermission of Saturday's Sing Stark! Vox Audio performance, I thoroughly enjoyed an eclectic student art exhibit at GlenOak High School.
A theatre hallway was filled with imaginative artwork, including paintings, chalk pastel, ceramics and more that was on display last week.
Artwork included portraits of President John F. Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe and other icons. Animal-themed paintings and ceramic pieces also were showcased.
Among those recognized for their artwork were Aliyah Priest as the scholastic Gold Key winner, and Olivia Crowl as the Scholastic Silver Key winner.
Canton Symphony rocks Beatles
The Canton Symphony Orchestra and Jeans n' Classics paid tribute to The Beatles during an exuberant concert Saturday featuring the entire "Abbey Road" album.
For the first time in two years, the London-based Jeans n' Classics joined the Canton Symphony Orchestra in both honoring and reimagining the music of an iconic band or artist. Past shows have featured the music of Michael Jackson, Queen, David Bowie and Prince.
Leading the orchestra was associate conductor Matthew Jenkins Jaroszewicz. Jeans n' Classics was founded by Peter Brennan. Lead vocalist David Blamires closed out the show to applause with a stirring rendition of "Hey Jude."
Songs also included Beatles classics and Paul McCartney's solo material. Among them were "Penny Lane," "Martha My Dear," "Band on the Run," "When I'm Sixty-Four" and "While My Guitar Gently Weeps."
Vox Audio shines with 'Legends' show
Vox Audio showcased the songs of music icons on Saturday during its "Legends" concert at GlenOak High School.
Featured musical artists included Frank Sinatra, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Michael Jackson, Queen, Whitney Houston, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, Louis Armstrong, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Celine Dion, Elton John, Elvis Presley and John Lennon.
Vox Audio includes Josh Boerner, Miranda Derbyshire, Madison Kieffer, Suzanne Stieglitz, Cory Boosz, Samantha Fleming, Chelsea Lemister, Isaac Temelkoff, Conner Busby, Katia Gresh, John Mihai, Tyson Upshaw, Mandy Dennis, Christian Kellamis, Lauren Semelsberger and Alex Vonburg.
The "Legends" house band featured Andy Black, piano; Trevor Matthews, guitar; Toussaint English, bass; and Dave Wilson, drums.
Vox Audio, part of Sing Stark!, is directed by Brian Kieffer, GlenOak High School's lead choral music director. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/entertainment/2022/04/14/glenoak-student-art-canton-symphony-rocks-beatles-vox-audio-shines/7273974001/ | 2022-04-14T08:45:31Z |
Kansas sales, income tax revenue exceeds projection for 25th consecutive month
TOPEKA, Kan. (Kansas Reflector) - The state of Kansas collected $11 million more sales and income tax revenue in August that predicted by fiscal analysts, officials said Friday.
Gov. Laura Kelly said the report indicated Kansas met or exceeded the revenue estimate for the 25th consecutive month.
“We are providing businesses a stable economic environment to grow and succeed,” Kelly said.
The Kansas Department of Revenue reported the state had total tax receipts of $652.5 million in August. That represented $11.2 million more than projected. It was $23.5 million or 3.7% more than the state collected in August 2021.
“It is because of strong revenues and fiscal responsibility that we have been able to cut property and grocery taxes, strengthen infrastructure, fund law enforcement and fully fund public education,” the governor said.
The Department of Revenue said individual state income tax revenue last month reached $307.3 million, which was 2.4% beyond the estimate. Corporate income tax collections were 3.1% or $15.5 million above the projection.
In terms of retail sales tax collected for the state, Kansas pocketed $239.6 million in August. That surpassed the official monthly estimate by 1.9%. The total was $13.1 million or 5.8% greater than August 2021.
Compensating use tax revenue paid on goods purchased from other states and consumed in Kansas was $63.3 million or $1.7 million less than the estimate. The August take in compensating use taxes was $4.8 million or 8.2% greater than in August 2021.
Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/09/02/kansas-sales-income-tax-revenue-exceeds-projection-25th-consecutive-month/ | 2022-09-02T16:34:39Z |
Phase 1 trial with cancer-targeting adenovirus enhanced with a TGFβ Trap continues to investigate safety and anti-tumor activity in patients with advanced cancer
TORREY PINES, Calif., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EpicentRx Inc., a leading-edge immunotherapy company using groundbreaking science to treat cancer and multiple inflammatory-driven diseases, today announced the initiation of the next stage of its Phase 1 trial, BETA-PRIME, with AdAPT-001, a TGF-beta (TGFß) trap-enhanced cancer targeting adenovirus. This milestone marks the successful completion of the first part of the Phase 1 trial where nine patients were enrolled in a 3+3 dose escalation and evaluated for safety, tolerability, and optimal dose level of AdAPT-001. Based on favorable safety observations the study will transition to the next stage, enrolling additional patients at the highest evaluated dose of AdAPT-001 with treatment given every 2 weeks. This next stage of the trial will precede the final stage of the BETA-PRIME study where a checkpoint inhibitor will be combined with AdAPT-001.
"We are very encouraged with the early safety and tolerability results seen in the first part of this Phase 1 study, and the clinical data is consistent with the favorable safety profile observed in preclinical studies," said Tony R. Reid, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of EpicentRx. "The patients we are enrolling in this study have resistant cancer which requires newer agents that are well-tolerated and attack the tumor in a non-traditional way. Our hope is that AdAPT-001 may prove to be that therapeutic option for these patients."
TGFß, a protein that inhibits the activity of the immune system as a safeguard against severe inflammation and autoimmunity, is hijacked by cancer cells to escape immune elimination. Therapeutically resistant cancer is an area of high unmet medical need, which this triple combination strategy involving the AdAPT-001 cancer targeting virus armed with a TGFß trap and a checkpoint inhibitor intends to address.
About AdAPT-001
AdAPT-001 is an oncolytic virus which is part of the company's proprietary AdAPT Immunotherapy Platform, a platform developed on a genetically modified version of the human adenovirus, better known as the "common cold", that has been uniquely designed to preferentially infect and kill cancer cells. Currently in an ongoing Phase 1 trial for solid tumors, AdAPT-001 encodes a ligand trap comprised of the ligand-binding domain of the TGF-β receptor, which is fused to the portion of the human antibody known as the Fc domain.
About EpicentRx Inc.
EpicentRx is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with a complementary pipeline of small molecules and cancer targeting virus platforms that represent the next frontier in treating patients with diseases of significant unmet need. With two platforms, CyNRGY and AdAPT, EpicentRx has developed therapies and novel drug delivery devices that fine tune the inflammatory response, turning it ON in cancer and turning it OFF in diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and congestive heart failure, with emphasis on not just treating the disease but improving quality of life. For more information, visit www.epicentrx.com.
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Utility Role to be Recognized Alongside Position Player Awards in American™ and National™ Leagues
ST. LOUIS, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. (Rawlings), the Official Base, Baseball, Helmet, Face Guard and Glove of Major League Baseball®, has added utility players to the list of annual Rawlings Gold Glove Award recipients for the first time since the Award's inception in 1957. One super utility player will be recognized in both the American and National Leagues, joining the 18 position players receiving Awards (nine from each League). The 2022 class of Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners, including those at the utility position, will be unveiled during a one-hour, special-edition ESPN2 broadcast airing Tuesday Nov. 8th at 10:30 pm ET hosted by Karl Ravech, the voice of ESPN's "Sunday Night Baseball" and the primary host of the Emmy-Award winning "Baseball Tonight" television show, also on ESPN.
"We're thrilled to add a Rawlings Gold Glove Award that recognizes players with the superior defensive ability to play multiple positions," said Mike Thompson, chief marketing officer for Rawlings. "Utility players are some of the most versatile athletes you'll see on the field, and it's time for them to be rewarded for their tremendous defense, alongside position players."
To determine the utility Award winners, Rawlings collaborated with SABR to create a specialized defensive formula separate from the traditional selection process for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award position winners. Utilizing the SABR formula and additional defensive statistics, Rawlings will select one utility winner from each League. For the remaining 18 defensive position Awards, each team's manager and up to six coaches on his staff will vote from a pool of qualified players in their League and cannot vote for players from their own team. In 2013, Rawlings added the SABR Defensive Index™ (SDI) to the Rawlings Gold Glove Award selection process, which comprises approximately 25 percent of the overall selection total, with the managers' and coaches' votes continuing to carry the majority.
"The Society for American Baseball Research is proud to contribute valuable statistical data to assist in the naming of the Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners each year, and to continuously evolve the program to ensure it remains the greatest measure of defense for years to come," said Scott Bush, chief executive officer of SABR. "Recognizing utility players for their defensive prowess demonstrates how timely, relevant and authentic the Rawlings Gold Glove Awards are at the professional level of play."
The finalists for the 2022 Rawlings Gold Glove Awards will be named on Thursday Nov. 3rd prior to the Award winners being announced on Tuesday Nov. 8th.
About Rawlings
Established in 1887, Rawlings is an innovative leading global brand and manufacturer of premium baseball and softball equipment, including gloves, balls, and protective headwear. Rawlings' unparalleled quality, innovative engineering and expert craftsmanship are the fundamental reasons why more professional athletes, national governing bodies and sports leagues choose Rawlings. Rawlings is the Official Base, Baseball, Helmet, Face Guard and Glove of Major League Baseball, the Official Baseball of Minor League Baseball and the Official Baseball and Softball of the NCAA and the NAIA. The company is headquartered in St. Louis. For more information, please visit www.Rawlings.com.
About the Rawlings Gold Glove Award®
The Rawlings Gold Glove Award® is a registered trademark owned by Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. The award is correctly identified as the Rawlings Gold Glove Award. The name should not be shortened, abbreviated, or otherwise misused. Proper identification of this service mark using the registration symbol and the Rawlings name is important to protect the integrity of the program and perpetuate this worthy tradition. For more information, please visit www.Rawlings.com.
About SABR
The Society for American Baseball Research (SABR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering research and disseminating the history and record of baseball. Founded in 1971, SABR has more than 7,000 members worldwide and has established itself as a vibrant baseball community and a premier distributor of ground-breaking baseball information. SABR features more than 80 regional chapters and more than 30 research committees and produces three annual publications — two editions of The Baseball Research Journal and The National Pastime — in addition to other print and e-books. SABR also hosts two annual events: the National Convention each summer and the SABR Analytics Conference in March in Phoenix. For more information about SABR, visit SABR.org.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "As a single woman I have a difficult time zipping up dresses on my own and created this to make it easier for me to get ready during the day, " said an inventor from Livermore CA "The ZINGLE would provide a sleek, elegant, and compact means to more easily zip without assistance."
The invention fulfills the need for an improved means to aid the user in fastening or closing a zipper. Would be a sleek elegant design, convenient, practical, easy to use, lightweight, simple design, and reasonable price. People would not have to wrestle with tiny zipper pull tabs.
The original design was submitted to the Orange County sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-SNF-176, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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NEW YORK, April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neuberger Berman MLP and Energy Income Fund Inc. (NYSE American: NML) (the "Fund") has announced a distribution declaration of $0.0206 per share of common stock. The distribution announced today is payable on May 31, 2022, has a record date of May 16, 2022 and has an ex-date of May 13, 2022.
The Fund currently intends to make regular monthly cash distributions to holders of its common stock at a fixed rate per share, to be determined based on the projected net rate of return of the Fund's investments as well as other factors, subject to ongoing review and adjustment from time to time. The Fund currently intends to pay its regular monthly distributions out of its distributable cash flow, which generally consists of (1) cash and paid-in-kind distributions from master limited partnerships ("MLPs") or their affiliates, dividends from common stocks, interest from debt instruments and income from other investments held by the Fund less (2) current or accrued operating expenses, including leverage costs, if any, and taxes on its taxable income.
The Fund expects that a portion of its distributions to stockholders will constitute a non-taxable return of capital. A "return of capital" is a distribution by the Fund which represents a return of a common stockholder's original investment, and should not be confused with a dividend. To the extent the Fund pays a return of capital, a common stockholder's basis in Fund shares will be reduced, which will increase a capital gain or reduce a capital loss upon sale of those shares. There is no assurance that the Fund will always be able to pay a distribution of any particular amount, or that a distribution will consist solely of the Fund's current and accumulated earnings and profits.
In compliance with Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, a notice would be provided for any distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income. The notice would be for informational purposes and not for tax reporting purposes, and would disclose, among other things, estimated portions of the distribution, if any, consisting of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of all distributions paid in 2022 will be made after the end of the year.
The Fund is subject to federal income tax on its taxable income, unlike most investment companies. Any taxes paid by the Fund will reduce the amount available to pay distributions to stockholders, and therefore investors in the Fund will likely receive lower distributions than if they invested directly in MLPs.
Neuberger Berman, founded in 1939, is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. The firm manages a range of strategies—including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity, real estate and hedge funds—on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally. With offices in 25 countries, Neuberger Berman's diverse team has over 2,500 professionals. For eight consecutive years, the company has been named first or second in Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management survey (among those with 1,000 employees or more). In 2020, the PRI named Neuberger Berman a Leader, a designation awarded to fewer than 1% of investment firms for excellence in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. The PRI also awarded Neuberger Berman an A+ in every eligible category for our approach to ESG integration across asset classes. The firm manages $447 billion in client assets as of March 31, 2022. For more information, please visit our website at www.nb.com.
Statements made in this release that look forward in time involve risks and uncertainties. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the adverse effect from a decline in the securities markets or a decline in the Fund's performance, a general downturn in the economy, competition from other closed end investment companies, changes in government policy or regulation, inability of the Fund's investment adviser to attract or retain key employees, inability of the Fund to implement its investment strategy, inability of the Fund to manage rapid expansion and unforeseen costs and other effects related to legal proceedings or investigations of governmental and self-regulatory organizations.
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HOUSTON, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nutex Health Inc. ("Nutex Health" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: NUTX), a physician-led, technology-enabled integrated healthcare delivery system comprised of 21 micro hospitals in 8 states and primary care-centric, risk-bearing physician networks, today provides an update on the Company's growth strategy.
- Two new micro hospitals opened earlier this year and are already generating free cash flow.
- Three more micro hospitals are anticipated to open in 2022. Two in November and one in December.
- 17 more facilities are either under construction or in advanced planning stages and anticipated to open in 2023 and 2024.
- Nutex currently has facilities in 8 states, and with these upcoming facilities will be entering 4 new states, including Florida, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Idaho, bringing the total to 12 states.
- Nutex is actively exploring building additional micro hospitals in existing and new states.
There can be no assurance that these new facilities will open in the anticipated timing or that they will open at all.
- Nutex has formed two new Independent Physician Associations (IPAs) in Houston and Miami. Our IPAs are in the process of contracting with Primary Care Physicians and Specialists, as well as contracting with managed care organizations. Once this process is completed, our IPAs will then begin enrolling patients.
- Nutex anticipates forming at least one more IPA in 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona, where it already operates two micro hospitals.
- Nutex anticipates launching 2-3 IPAs per year around its existing micro hospitals.
There can be no assurance that these IPAs will become operational in the anticipated timing or that they will become operational at all.
Our growth depends in part on our ability to identify and develop successful new geographies, physician partners, payors and patients. If we are not able to successfully execute upon our growth strategies, there may be a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, cash flows and results of operations.
"We believe we are still in the early stages of our growth journey," stated Tom Vo, M.D., MBA, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nutex Health. "With our competitive advantages in the marketplace and focused strategy, we believe we are well positioned for strong growth in the decade ahead and also well positioned to drive superior value creation for our shareholders."
"We believe our technology-enabled integrated care model of micro hospitals with risk-bearing physician networks wrapped around them is truly unique," stated Warren Hosseinion, M.D., President of Nutex Health. "We are well positioned to deliver high-quality care in a cost- and operationally efficient manner."
Headquartered in Houston, Texas and founded in 2011, Nutex Health Inc. is a physician-led, technology-enabled healthcare services company with approximately 1500 employees nationwide and is partnered with over 800 physicians. The Company has two divisions: a Hospital division and a Population Health Management division. The Hospital division currently owns and operates 21 facilities in eight different states. The division implements and operates different innovative health care models, including micro hospitals, specialty hospitals and hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs). The Population Health Management division owns and operates provider networks such as Independent Physician Associations (IPAs). Through our Management Services Organizations (MSOs), we provide management, administrative and other support services to our affiliated hospitals and physician groups. Our cloud-based proprietary technology platform aggregates clinical and claims data across multiple settings, information systems and sources to create a holistic view of patients and providers, allowing us to deliver greater quality care more efficiently.
Certain statements and information included in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Federal Private Securities Litigation Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the words or phrases "will", "will likely result," "expected to," "will continue," "anticipated," "estimate," "projected," "intend," "goal," or similar expressions are intended to identify "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are subject to certain risks, known and unknown, and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Such uncertainties and risks include, but are not limited to, our ability to successfully combine our legacy operations of the combined company, to execute our growth strategy, economic conditions, dependence on management, dilution to stockholders, lack of capital, changes in laws or regulations, the effects of rapid growth upon the Company and the ability of management to effectively respond to the growth and demand for products and services of the Company, newly developing technologies, the Company's ability to compete, conflicts of interest in related party transactions, regulatory matters, protection of technology, lack of industry standards, the effects of competition and the ability of the Company to obtain future financing. Such factors could materially adversely affect the Company's financial performance and could cause the Company's actual results for future periods to differ materially from any opinions or statements expressed within this press release.
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CLEVELAND and BOSTON, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MPE Partners ("MPE" or "Morgenthaler Private Equity"), along with portfolio company DecoArt, LLC ("DecoArt") of Stanford, KY, announced the acquisition of Jack Richeson & Co., Inc. ("Jack Richeson" or the "Company") of Kimberly, WI. Jack Richeson is a leading manufacturer and distributor of artist materials, including easels, stretcher bars, artist colors, and paper products serving the fine art and education markets.
MPE and DecoArt partnered in the transaction with the Richeson family, who will remain in their roles as leaders of Jack Richeson. Nick Stender, Vice President at MPE, said, "Jack Richeson has developed a reputation for delivering high quality products that exceed customer expectations. We saw a great fit between DecoArt and Jack Richeson and believe their shared capabilities will accelerate the growth of the combined companies."
Joe Machado, Partner at MPE, added, "The acquisition is an excellent example of the value MPE's partnership with DecoArt has created, providing the capital required to make growth investments and the transaction expertise required to complete acquisitions. We are looking forward to partnering with the Jack Richeson team to execute on attractive growth opportunities."
Jonathan Kane, CEO of DecoArt, said, "Jack Richeson is a leader in the fine art and education markets. The Company has a strong brand name with a complementary product offering and will be a very welcome addition to the DecoArt family. We are looking forward to working together to support growth with the current customer base, target new customers, and enhance our product offerings with Jack Richeson's diverse product offering." Darren Richeson, President of Jack Richeson, added, "Jack Richeson has built a reputation of being a market leading supplier to its customers over the last four decades and Jack Richeson customers will see no changes in how we serve them. We look forward to partnering with DecoArt and MPE and leveraging their financial and operational resources to accelerate our growth."
Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff served as legal counsel for DecoArt. Cornerstone Business Services acted as the investment banking advisor and DeWitt served as legal counsel to Jack Richeson. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
About Jack Richeson
Headquartered in Kimberly, WI, Jack Richeson is a leading manufacturer and distributor of artist materials, including easels, stretcher bars, artist colors, and paper products serving the fine art and education markets. For more information, please visit www.richesonart.com.
About DecoArt
Headquartered in Stanford, KY with an additional location in Lexington, KY, DecoArt is a leading manufacturer of paints and finishes for arts, crafts, and home decorating applications. For more information, please visit www.decoart.com.
About MPE Partners
MPE Partners ("MPE" or "Morgenthaler Private Equity") seeks to be the preferred partner for entrepreneur- and family-owned companies. Based in Cleveland, OH, and Boston, MA, MPE invests in profitable, lower middle market companies with transaction values up to $250 million. MPE has two primary target investment areas: high-value manufacturing and commercial & industrial services. For more information, please visit www.mpepartners.com.
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Kohler Power encourages everyone to define preparedness differently during National Hurricane Preparedness week
KOHLER, Wis., May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As National Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 1-7, 2022) is in full swing, Kohler Power challenges homeowners to start thinking now about the upcoming hurricane season – just a few weeks away – and to consider how their power needs are reshaping what being prepared means to them. Colorado State University (CSU) estimates the 2022 hurricane season is going to bring above-average activity to the Atlantic coast region. The forecast includes at least nine hurricanes this year, with four of them being major hurricanes.
"When most people think about preparing for hurricane season, they think of the primary essentials of food, water and being safe," said Melanie Tydrich, Senior Channel Manager for Kohler Residential Power. "Of course, those are most important, and reliable power is increasingly imperative in today's world to ensure those essentials are met. Recent weather events have shown us what can happen when there is an outage and power is slow to be restored. To be most resilient and ride out a severe storm or hurricane, you must prepare for the extreme, which might be no power for days or even weeks."
Now is the ideal time to prepare for the Atlantic hurricane season, which starts on June 1, 2022, and ends on November 30, 2022. It's important to consider a backup power source during the season, especially if individuals have appliances, home offices, medical equipment or other important technology that needs to stay on when power fails.
Power outages are very common during hurricane season, especially now as storms are becoming more frequent and more intense. According to Rhodium Group, Hurricane Maria and Hurricane Irma in 2017 caused customers to go without power for 83 days (nearly 3 months). * Fortunately, there are a few different options that homeowners can use to keep their power on, depending on their living situations and power needs. The most common options include portable generators, energy storage systems and automatic standby generators.
Portable Generators
For those looking to keep a few systems and appliances up-and-running during an outage, a portable generator is a good-value option. They are easy to use, as they just need oil and gasoline to get started. Homeowners will need to have plenty of fresh fuel on-hand and need to be at home to operate the unit. Make sure to place the portable generator in a properly vented area and never run them inside an enclosed garage or house. Also, it's very important to run properly rated extension cords from the house to the generator. Do not plug portable generators into a home's electrical system.
Energy Storage System
An energy storage system, like the KOHLER Power Reserve, is a great option for those who have solar panels installed on their homes. The Power Reserve stores solar energy that is captured throughout the day. Homeowners can use the energy whenever they want, even during a power outage. For non-solar powered homes, the KOHLER Power Reserve energy storage system offers a way to store energy from the grid and then act as back-up power in case of a power outage.
Automatic Standby Generator
The best option for most homeowners is an automatic standby generator. A standby generator turns on automatically when power is lost and is permanently installed outside a home, like a central air conditioning unit. It runs on natural gas or propane and hooks up to the home's existing fuel lines. An automatic transfer switch continuously monitors utility power and transfers the electrical load to the generator if power is lost, protecting the home even if the homeowner is away. A standby generator from KOHLER can power critical and sophisticated appliances and systems in a home, including lights, heating/cooling systems, refrigerators, sump pumps, home security systems, computers and more.
To learn more about reliable backup power options, visit KOHLERGenerators.com for helpful videos, sizing selectors, pricing calculators and other resources.
* https://rhg.com/research/americas-biggest-blackout-2/
About Kohler Co.
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin, Kohler Co. is one of America's oldest and largest privately held companies comprised of more than 40,000 associates. Kohler is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products; engines and power systems; premier cabinetry, tile and lighting; and owner/operator of two of the world's finest five-star hospitality and golf resort destinations in Kohler, Wisconsin, and St. Andrews, Scotland. A global force in power solutions since 1920, Kohler manufactures engines and complete power systems, including generators (portable, marine, residential, commercial and industrial), automatic transfer switches, switchgear, monitoring controls, and accessories for emergency, prime power and energy-management applications all around the world. The business is committed to reliable, leading-edge power-generation products, clean energy solutions, as well as comprehensive after-sale support.
Visit KohlerGenerators.com, Facebook.com/KOHLERPower, and on Twitter at @KOHLERPower.
CONTACT:
Todd Weber
todd.weber@kohler.com
Vicki Hafenstein
vicki.hafenstein@kohler.com
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Invesco Ltd. Announces July 31, 2022 Assets Under Management
Published: Aug. 9, 2022 at 3:15 PM CDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
ATLANTA, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1,449.0 billion, an increase of 4.2% versus previous month-end. The firm experienced net long-term outflows of $5.2 billion in the month. Non-management fee earning net inflows were $1.4 billion and money market net inflows were $5.1 billion. AUM was positively impacted by favorable market returns which increased AUM by $57 billion. AUM was not materially impacted by exchange rate movements during the month. Preliminary average total AUM for the quarter through July 31 were $1,408.7 billion, and preliminary average active AUM for the quarter through July 31 were $961.7 billion.
About Invesco Ltd. Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ) is a global independent investment management firm dedicated to delivering an investment experience that helps people get more out of life. With offices in more than 20 countries, our distinctive investment teams deliver a comprehensive range of active, passive and alternative investment capabilities. For more information, visit www.invesco.com/corporate.
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The Democratic rebellion against President Joe Biden's plans to lift pandemic-era border restrictions is growing, as candidates in marquee races from Nevada to New Hampshire break with the administration and Republicans turn immigration into a centerpiece of their midterm election messaging.
The Biden administration is set to roll back next month the public health authority known as Title 42, which was first invoked by then-President Donald Trump. The measure allows border authorities to turn migrants back to Mexico or their home countries because of the public health crisis.
Democratic senators in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada and New Hampshire -- all top GOP targets this year -- have already sought to distance themselves from Biden's move, charging that the White House has not adequately planned for a surge in border crossings.
That criticism expanded this week into governor's races in two Southwestern swing states, Arizona and Nevada. Katie Hobbs, the Arizona secretary of state and front-runner for the Democratic nomination for governor, urged Biden to reverse his "rash decision" and said lifting Title 42 "without a clear plan to secure our border would be a disaster."
In Nevada, Democratic Gov. Steve Sisolak warned the President in a letter of a "humanitarian crisis" at the southern border if the public health authority is repealed without a "comprehensive plan."
Republicans, meanwhile, are pouncing on the issue.
The National Republican Senatorial Committee, the Senate GOP's campaign arm, on Thursday launched a $1 million television advertising campaign tying Sen. Mark Kelly to Biden's move because of the Arizona Democrat's August vote against an amendment that would have required the Department of Homeland Security to expel migrants who illegally enter the country and may contribute to the spread of Covid-19.
"Kelly voted to allow restrictions to be lifted, which will cause a massive new border surge," a narrator says in the ad. "Tell Sen. Kelly: Stop voting with Biden and against Arizona."
Kelly campaign spokeswoman Sarah Guggenheimer countered by saying the senator "has delivered increased border security resources, introduced bipartisan legislation to address the crisis, and has stood up to both the Biden administration and his own party to ensure a safe, humane, and orderly process at the border."
Biden administration on defense
The Biden administration is on track to end Title 42 on May 23. The decision, made by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ignited concerns about a migrant surge.
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told CNN this week his department has "plans" to address the expected surge. But he would not elaborate.
"I think we have to be very mindful of the fact that we are addressing enemies, and those enemies are the cartels and the smugglers, and I will not provide our plans to them. We are going to proceed with our execution, carefully, methodically, in anticipating different scenarios," he said.
Vulnerable Democratic lawmakers plan to use a House Judiciary Committee hearing featuring Mayorkas next week to distance themselves from the Biden administration's decision, congressional aides say. They plan to grill the secretary, whose answers could offer a window into how the White House will defend its position.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Wednesday the administration was "planning and preparing" for the May 23 rollback of Title 42 but remains open to conversations with lawmakers about immigration reform.
More than 20 states, mostly GOP-led, on Thursday asked a federal judge in Louisiana to immediately block the administration from ending Title 42. The administration on Friday asked the judge to deny the request.
The Democratic divide over Title 42 pits candidates in swing states and vulnerable incumbents against not just Biden's White House but more progressive Democrats and immigration advocates.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York is among the most vocal advocates of ending Title 42 border restrictions. Last month, Schumer, along with Democratic Sens. Alex Padilla of California, and Bob Menendez and Cory Booker of New Jersey, said there was "no public health benefit to sending asylum seekers back to harm" and urged Biden "to stop breathing new life into this inhumane Trump policy." Three weeks later, the administration announced it would lift the pandemic restrictions.
Some Democrats up for reelection this year, such as Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock, have faced condemnation from the left for criticizing Biden's move to roll back Title 42.
Kelly and New Hampshire Sen. Maggie Hassan, who both visited the US-Mexico border earlier this month, signed on to a Republican-backed bill that would delay the rollback.
Nevada Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, who has also urged Biden to reconsider his plans, has faced criticism from Republicans for signing a June 2020 letter that urged Trump to back off what the letter called a "CDC asylum ban."
Michigan Sen. Gary Peters, who chairs Senate Democrats' campaign arm, said this week that the Biden administration might need to delay the rollback of Title 42 until a clearer plan to mitigate the flow of migrants at the southern border is in place.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee chairman said he understands why his colleagues running for reelection might be willing to come out against Biden.
"I think they are right to raise questions. This is a very serious issue," said Peters, who is not up for reelection this year. "The senators have to take a position that they think is best for their state."
Criticism across the midterm map
Meanwhile, Democratic opposition to the Biden administration's move has mounted across the map of competitive Senate races in November's midterm elections.
In Pennsylvania, Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, an otherwise strong supporter of Biden's policies, broke with the White House on Title 42.
"I think there should be a little bit more thought given into that. And I don't think we're quite there just yet, quite frankly," Fetterman said in an interview.
US Rep. Conor Lamb, another Senate contender in Pennsylvania, told CNN he is a "skeptic" of the planned rollback.
"I will certainly listen to any argument that the administration wants to make," Lamb said. "But you know, the pandemic is not over. That's why Title 42 went into place was to just try to help control what was happening down there in light of the pandemic and how things can spread and particularly with these different variants."
In Wisconsin, Democrats hoping to unseat Republican Sen. Ron Johnson this fall lambasted Biden over Title 42.
Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, state Treasurer Sarah Godlewski and Milwaukee Bucks executive Alex Lasry have all called for the administration to offer a plan to keep both asylum seekers and US residents safe before lifting the public health authority.
Florida Rep. Val Demings, who is challenging GOP Sen. Marco Rubio, was a top contender for Biden's running mate in 2020. Her campaign spokesman Christian Slater said Demings, a former Orlando police chief, did not support lifting Title 42 "until there is a plan to put more boots on the ground and support our law enforcement officers at the border."
Democratic Senate candidates in red-leaning states have also spoken out.
Ohio Rep. Tim Ryan, the leading Democrat in an open-seat Senate race, has co-sponsored a bill that would prevent the Biden administration from what he calls a "wrong and reckless" decision to lift the Title 42 restrictions.
"Prematurely ending this policy without a path forward does nothing to keep Americans safe, support our Border Patrol agents, protect asylum-seekers, or bring about the comprehensive fix our immigration system needs," Ryan said.
And retired Marine Lucas Kunce, a top candidate for the open seat in Missouri, said, "Repealing Title 42 with no actual plan isn't policy -- it's politics."
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- Acquires additional land, sized 357,366㎡ valued at KRW 426 billion, for Bio Campus 2
- Plans to build Multi-Modal Plant, Open Innovation, and expanded manufacturing capacities
INCHEON, South Korea, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940.KS), the world's leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), announced that it has signed a land purchase agreement with the Incheon Free Economic Zone(IFEZ) on July 18th to support the build out of its second Bio Campus.
The additionally acquired land is located within Songdo Industrial Cluster, covering an area of 357,366 square meters which is 30% larger than the company's current campus. Bio Campus II is designed to support Samsung Biologics' further expansion of large-scale manufacturing capacity as well as host a multi-modal plant and an open innovation facility. The land purchase was valued at KRW 426 billion.
The land was awarded to Samsung Biologics in accordance with the IFEZ's strategy to strengthen the region's global competitiveness in the biopharma sector while fostering partnerships with small and mid-sized venture companies. As a result of this deal, 4,000 additional jobs are expected to be generated by 2032 when the project is complete
"This milestone further solidifies our roadmap to build a world-class global bio-hub at the heart of Songdo," said John Rim, CEO and President of Samsung Biologics. "Through continuous investment, we will maintain our position as the best-in-class CDMO partner, fully equipped with the world's largest manufacturing capacity and provide diverse service offerings to our clients to address new emerging diseases and save lives of patients worldwide."
"Samsung Biologics' achievements over the past decade are remarkable and highly impressive," said Jeong Bok Yoo, Mayor of Incheon Metropolitan City. "The city will do its best to support the development of the bio industry's infrastructure and further drive Songdo to become a global bio hub."
Samsung Biologics' Plant 4 is currently under stable construction to begin partial operations by October this year, and the company is steadily securing pre-sales with clients. Upon the full completion of Plant 4 in 2023, the company is expected to hold the world's largest biomanufacturing capacity.
About Samsung Biologics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940.KS) is a fully integrated CDMO offering state-of-the-art contract development and manufacturing services. With proven regulatory approvals, the largest capacity, and the fastest throughput, Samsung Biologics is an award-winning partner of choice and is uniquely able to support the development and manufacturing of biologics products at every stage of the process while meeting the evolving needs of biopharmaceutical companies worldwide. For more information, visit www.samsungbiologics.com
Samsung Biologics Contact:
Claire Kim
Senior Director of Global Marketing Communications
cair.kim@samsung.com
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Couple robbed of $40,000 at gunpoint while visiting California
OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) - An Atlanta couple is shaken after they were robbed at gunpoint in California.
The thieves made an escape with about $40,000 worth of stolen items.
“Our peace has definitely been broken. My heart is hurting, but I am thankful, and I’m grateful to be alive,” victim Toland Stallworth said.
What was meant to be a happy day turned into a nightmare scenario Saturday for Toland and Regina Stallworth.
The couple was in Oakland, California, over the weekend to celebrate Toland Stallworth’s grandmother’s 91st birthday.
Hours before the party, the couple was robbed at gunpoint while walking to their car near Jack London Square.
“I still see the guns. The only thing I was waiting on was the shot. I knew that Saturday was going to be the day that I died,” Toland Stallworth said.
He said they walked out of a restaurant that afternoon and suddenly found themselves surrounded by three men. Two of the men pressed guns to the couple’s head.
The Stallworths say that the thieves stole around $40,000 worth of goods. Items include cash that they had for the trip, Regina Stallworth’s purse and Toland Stallworth’s jewelry.
In spite of the loss, the couple said they were determined not to let it ruin the reason they traveled in the first place.
“Those guys took a lot of items from me, but they left me with my life, and that was the most beautiful thing, was able to still show up at that party,” Toland Stallworth said.
Toland Stallworth said after becoming a victim to crime, he is urging city leaders to do more to keep visitors and residents safe.
“You don’t have adequate security or policing. You don’t have surveillance. You don’t have cameras,” he said. “Your laws are so strict that if you’re not going to protect us, you’re not even going to allow me to protect myself.”
His wife said she agrees and is hesitant about visiting the Bay Area again.
“I love the city. It’s beautiful, but with what happened to us, I can’t come back,” Regina Stallworth said.
The couple said that despite the traumatic experience, they were moved by the outpouring of support they received from the community.
One man stayed with them for hours after the incident to make sure that they were alright.
“We had people come up to us placing money in our hand, telling us they’re sorry for what happened, and they don’t want us to have that impression of their city,” Regina Stallworth said.
As the couple heads home to Atlanta, they say they do not know what the future holds, but they plan to take it one day at a time.
“Everything has been violated. My peace, my heart, you know, and me personally, I don’t know what to expect when I get back home,” Toland Stallworth said.
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Annual Event Brings Together the Transportation Supply Chain
SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) opened registration for its 2022 Insight Tech Conference + Expo, which will be held Aug. 14-17 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida.
After hosting the event virtually in 2020 and 2021, this year's conference will be back in person for four days of networking, education and collaboration among transportation and supply chain leaders. Insight is open to all transportation suppliers and technology vendors, providing attendees with an unparalleled opportunity to share ideas, learn about industry trends and discover technology that can accelerate a digital transformation in their business.
"The past two years have demonstrated the vital role that the transportation industry plays in keeping our shelves stocked and our world moving. It has also shown that there is incredible opportunity to increase connectivity and drive out inefficiencies through technology," said James Langley, senior vice president, Trimble Transportation. "That's what Insight is all about—to bring stakeholders from across the industry together to revolutionize how we supply our world."
Since its inception in 2016, Insight has provided attendees with a chance to gain valuable experiences through a mix of educational sessions, hands-on training and technology exhibits from leading transportation solution providers. Sponsorships and exhibitor options have also been reimagined for 2022—including an all-inclusive exhibit hall and a new industry partner educational session series—to enhance the experience for both new and returning suppliers and vendors.
"From our own portfolio of carrier and shipper-focused solutions to our wide range of integrations and strategic relationships, Trimble is dedicated to enhancing every part of the supply chain," said Langley. "We are excited to get back together in person this August to discover how we can improve the supply chain for everyone it serves."
For more information on Insight 2022 and to register, visit: transportation.trimble.com/insight-2022.
About Trimble Transportation
Trimble Transportation is transforming the supply chain by empowering stakeholders—drivers, carriers, intermediaries and shippers—to connect via a common platform in order to integrate data and optimize procurement, planning and execution workflows to effectively maximize resource utilization. The unmatched combination of Trimble's enterprise transportation management systems (TMS) and asset maintenance solutions for the back office, driver mobility solutions and routing and navigation capabilities enable customers to more holistically respond to the challenging transportation demands driven by today's dynamic supply chain. For more information, visit: transportation.trimble.com.
About Trimble
Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics connect the digital and physical worlds to improve productivity, quality, safety, transparency and sustainability. From purpose-built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble is transforming industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB), visit: www.trimble.com.
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DONGGUAN, China, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dogness (International) Corporation ("Dogness" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: DOGZ), a developer and manufacturer of a comprehensive line of Dogness-branded, OEM and private label pet products, today announced its Intelligent Pet products climbed into the Top 3 ranking for CAM Feeders on both JD.com and Taobao, during China's major 618 shopping holiday.
Held in the run-up to June 18, 618 is China's second-largest shopping event by sales after the annual November 11's Singles Day. The Company's sales success follows its strategic decision in the second half of 2021 to dedicate greater resources to produce and promote sales of its higher margin intelligent pet products.
Highlights included the Dogness F10 wide view CAM feeder, the Company's wide-vision Smart Feeder launched in February 2022. Dogness new Smart Feeder integrates pet feeding and intelligent monitoring. It is equipped with a 1080P wide-angle, high-definition, night vision camera, which can observe pet feeding from a vertical angle, giving pet owners peace of mind knowing their beloved pets are eating normally and providing the security of visual confirmation. Notable design innovations include the separate detachable food storage structure, which solves a huge problem by keeping pet food fresh and moisture-proof, and enabling convenient cleaning for better pet health.
Silong Chen, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dogness, commented, "618 is one of the world's largest shopping events and we are pleased with our solid performance this year. Our strong sales directly reflect the quality of our innovative smart pet products and the increased momentum in our business. This success is a continuation of the growth we achieved last year, with over 192% sales growth reported in our intelligent pet products for the second half of 2021. We are even more excited about our growth opportunities in the coming quarters given the strength of our products and expansive retail partnerships. We believe the industry remains in a multi-year growth phase and we are well positioned with the company's best product portfolio ever, along with the inventory needed to support the increased demand for our products. We also remain committed to R&D strength in 2022, with plans to continue expanding pet quality of life applications as we further expand our product matrix to capture the full benefit of our potential, as we become a leading intelligent pet products brand worldwide."
Dogness has built an integrated sales platform across all channels, with major customers including, Petco, PetSmart, Costco Wholesale Corporation, Sam's Club, Walmart, Target, QVC®, Pet Value, Pets at Home, PETZL, Petmate, Trendspark, Anyi Trading, IKEA, SimplyShe, and online shopping platforms, such as Amazon, Chewy.com, Boqii Holding Limited, Target.com, HomeDepot.com, Loews.com, Wayfair.com, JD, Tmall and Taobao, as well as live streaming sales platforms hosted by influencers.
About Dogness
Dogness (International) Corporation was founded in 2003 from the belief that dogs and cats are important, well-loved family members. Through its smart products, hygiene products, health and wellness products, and leash products, Dogness' technology simplifies pet lifestyles and enhances the relationship between pets and pet caregivers. The Company ensures industry-leading quality through its fully integrated vertical supply chain and world-class research and development capabilities, which has resulted in over 200 patents and patents pending. Dogness products reach families worldwide through global chain stores and distributors. For more information, please visit: ir.dogness.com.
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House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) says he knows who recorded him in a phone call with GOP colleagues last year when he criticized former President Trump for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, rioting at the Capitol.
McCarthy also told Politico that he would, at some point, present his findings about the mysterious recorder.
“I know who recorded it. I know who recorded me,” he told the publication. “I’ll bring it forward. I have it.”
McCarthy did not divulge any further details.
The audio recording was first leaked by The New York Times in April for a then-upcoming book from Times reporters.
In the Jan. 10, 2021, conference call with House GOP colleagues, McCarthy said he would recommend Trump resign because the Democratic-controlled House was moving to impeach him for the Capitol attack.
“The only discussion I would have with him is that I think this will pass, and it would be my recommendation you should resign,” McCarthy said in response to a question from Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) on what Trump would do at the time. “I mean, that would be my take but I don’t think he would take it. But I don’t know.”
Additional leaked recordings of the call revealed McCarthy saying he was fed up with Trump and that the situation after Jan. 6 was “not great.”
“I’ve had it with this guy. What he did is unacceptable. Nobody can defend that, and nobody should defend it,” the minority leader said.
In a larger call with Republican colleagues, McCarthy went even further.
“But let me be very clear to all of you, and I’ve been very clear to the president: He bears responsibility for his words and actions,” the GOP leader said. “No ifs, ands or buts. I asked him personally today, does he hold responsibility for what happened? Does he feel bad about what happened?”
McCarthy had originally denied the reporting from the Times back in April, calling it “totally false and wrong” in a statement.
After the leak, Trump — who has ferociously gone after any GOP dissenters and challengers — said he “didn’t like the call” but later repaired his relationship with McCarthy because the California Republican and other colleagues ultimately sided with him.
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SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Biglari Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BH.A; BH) announces its results for the second quarter and first six months of 2022.
Biglari Holdings Inc.'s earnings for the second quarter and first six months of 2022 and 2021 are summarized below. To become fully apprised of our results, shareholders should carefully study our 10-Q, which has been posted at www.biglariholdings.com.
Analysis of Results:
Investments affect our reported quarterly earnings based on their carrying value. We do not regard the quarterly or annual fluctuations in our investments to be meaningful. Therefore, our operating businesses are best analyzed before the impact of investment gains. As a consequence, in the preceding table we separate earnings of our operating businesses from our investment gains.
About Biglari Holdings Inc.
Biglari Holdings Inc. is a holding company owning subsidiaries engaged in a number of diverse business activities, including property and casualty insurance, licensing and media, restaurants, and oil and gas. The Company's largest operating subsidiaries are involved in the franchising and operating of restaurants.
Comment on Regulation G
This press release contains certain non-GAAP financial measures. In addition to the GAAP presentations of net earnings, Biglari Holdings defines pre-tax operating earnings outside of the investment gains/losses of the Company.
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This news release may include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws. These statements are based on current expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ markedly from those projected or discussed here. Biglari Holdings cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, for actual results may differ materially from expectations. Biglari Holdings does not update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized. Further information on the types of factors that could affect Biglari Holdings and its business can be found in the Company's filings with the SEC.
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Online book retailer Booksio has just launched and pledged 10% of every book, audiobook, and magazine sale to customer-selected charities.
FRESNO, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Improve the world with Booksio, a new online book retailer launching this month.
Booksio (part of 360 Media Direct) will soon be the name on every print, digital, and audiobook fan's lips. This woman-owned online retailer has more than 15+ million book and magazine titles available, placing them securely in the top ten book retailers in the United States. But what makes them different is their philanthropic approach to business. While other companies may question WHAT they can gain, Booksio is more concerned with who they can help.
Every month, Booksio highlights one or two organizations as their featured charities. Chosen charities are promoted to the Booksio audience and receive 10% of all purchases for the duration of the month. Customers can also CHOOSE which charity benefits from their donation, allowing them to connect directly with the charity that resonates best with them. Customers will find the sign-up process to be user-friendly.
According to principal and co-founder Kelly Vucovich, "We wanted our values to drive Booksio's charitable giving. The list of charities we've brought together is passionate about both their work and the impact they're leaving on the world. They've made an enormous effort to make a difference, from providing a hot meal or working to overcome systemic inequalities."
"We are so excited to share the Booksio mission," states Vucovich, "By tying this into the purchase of books and magazines, we're giving consumers a chance to give back and share in the joys, challenges, and knowledge of creators everywhere. And when those stories are told, the impact on our communities is much greater than financial support alone."
Booksio is part of the 360 Media Direct family of services, created through the acquisition of Hummingbird Digital Media in May 2020. Both organizations have a long history with the publishing industry, serving as digital fulfillment platforms for major and independent publishers and organizations.
Booksio will deliver digital books in EPUB or PDF formats and can be read using a web browser or the Booksio app, currently available for Apple and Android devices. Non-charitable organizations can partner with Booksio through branded storefronts and perks for employees or clients. More information can be found on www.booksio.com.
About 360 Media Direct: 360 Media Direct is a robust digital marketplace for data-driven customer acquisition and marketing execution. We help businesses grow and connect with new and existing customers to ensure long-term brand engagement, loyalty, and equity.
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LONDON (AP) — On her 21st birthday in 1947, Princess Elizabeth went on the radio and made a promise to Britain and its Commonwealth nations: She pledged that “my whole life, whether it be short or long, will be devoted to your service.”
Over her very long life, Queen Elizabeth II fulfilled that vow.
Through 15 prime ministers, from Winston Churchill to Liz Truss. Through Britain’s postwar deprivations, crippling labor unrest and Brexit. Through the messy divorces, embarrassments and scandals of her family. She endured through it all — a reassuring anchor in a fast-changing world.
The longest-reigning monarch that Britain has ever known, Elizabeth died Thursday at 96 at Balmoral Castle, her beloved summer home in Scotland, after having steadied and modernized the royal institution through seven decades of huge social change.
Truss pronounced the country “devastated” and called Elizabeth “the rock on which modern Britain was built.”
Her passing ends an era, the modern Elizabethan age. Her 73-year-old son, Charles, automatically became king upon her death. He will be known as King Charles III, although his coronation might not take place for months.
Through countless public events in her 70 years as monarch, Elizabeth likely met more people than anyone in history. Her image — on stamps, coins and bank notes — was among the most reproduced in the world.
But her inner life and opinions remained mostly an enigma. The public saw only glimpses of her personality: her joy watching horse racing at Royal Ascot or being with her beloved Welsh corgi dogs.
Yet Elizabeth had an intuitive bond with many of her subjects that seemed to strengthen over time, keeping a sense of perspective that served her well in most instances, said royal historian Robert Lacey.
“A lot of it comes from her modesty, the fact that she’s very conscious that she’s not important, that she’s there to do a job, that it’s the institution that matters,” he said.
The impact of her loss will be huge and unpredictable, both for the nation and for the monarchy, an institution whose relevance in the 21st century has often been called into question.
World leaders paid tribute to her long reign. U.S. President Joe Biden called her a “stateswoman of unmatched dignity and constancy.”
She strongly felt the burden of her role as queen, though she was not destined for the crown from birth.
Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor was born in London on April 21, 1926, the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York. Her father’s elder brother, Prince Edward, was first in line for the throne, to be followed by any children he had.
But in 1936, when she was 10, King Edward VIII abdicated to marry twice-divorced American Wallis Simpson, and Elizabeth’s father became King George VI.
Her younger sister, Princess Margaret, recalled asking Elizabeth whether this meant that she would one day be queen. “Yes, I suppose it does,” Margaret quoted Elizabeth as saying. “She didn’t mention it again.”
Like many of her generation, Elizabeth was shaped by World War II.
She was barely in her teens when Britain went to war with Germany in 1939. While the king and queen stayed at Buckingham Palace during the Blitz and toured the bombed-out neighborhoods of London, Elizabeth and Margaret stayed for most of the war at Windsor Castle, west of the capital. Even there, 300 bombs fell in an adjacent park, and the princesses spent many nights in an underground shelter.
Her first public broadcast, made in 1940 when she was 14, was a wartime message to children evacuated to the countryside or overseas.
“We children at home are full of cheerfulness and courage,” she said with a blend of stoicism and hope that would echo throughout her reign. “We are trying to do all we can to help out gallant soldiers, sailors and airmen. And we are trying, too, to bear our own share of the danger and sadness of war. We know, every one of us, that in the end all will be well.”
In 1945, after months of urging her parents to let her do something for the war effort, the heir to the throne became Second Subaltern Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor in the Auxiliary Territorial Service. She enthusiastically learned how to drive and service heavy vehicles.
On the night the war ended in Europe, May 8, 1945, she and Margaret managed to mingle, unrecognized, with celebrating crowds in London — “swept along on a tide of happiness and relief,” as she told the BBC decades later. She described it as “one of the most memorable nights of my life.”
Two years later, at Westminster Abbey in November 1947, she married Royal Navy officer Philip Mountbatten, a prince of Greece and Denmark whom she had first met in 1939 when she was 13 and he 18. Postwar Britain was experiencing austerity and rationing, and so street decorations were limited, and no public holiday was declared. But the bride was allowed 100 extra ration coupons for her trousseau.
The marriage lasted more than 73 years, until Philip’s death last year at age 99.
The first of their four children, Prince Charles, was born on Nov. 14, 1948. He was followed by Princess Anne on Aug. 15, 1950, Prince Andrew on Feb. 19, 1960, and Prince Edward on March 10, 1964. Besides them, the queen is survived by eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Elizabeth and Philip lived for a time in Malta, where he was stationed and Elizabeth enjoyed an almost-normal life as a navy wife.
Then in February 1952, George VI died in his sleep at age 56 after years of ill health. Elizabeth, on a visit to Kenya, was told she was now queen.
“In a way, I didn’t have an apprenticeship,” Elizabeth told a BBC documentary in 1992 that gave a rare view into her emotions. “My father died much too young, and so it was all a very sudden kind of taking on and making the best job you can.”
Her coronation took place more than a year later at Westminster Abbey, a grand spectacle viewed by millions through the new medium of television.
Prime Minister Winston Churchill’s first reaction to the king’s death was to complain that the new queen was “only a child,” but he was won over within days and became an ardent admirer.
“All the film people in the world, if they had scoured the globe, could not have found anyone so suited to the part,” Churchill’s biographer, Lord Moran, reported the prime minister gushing about the young monarch.
In Britain’s constitutional monarchy, the queen is head of state but has little direct power; in her official actions, she does what the government orders. However, she was not without influence.
Officially the head of the Church of England, she once reportedly commented that there was nothing she could do legally to block the appointment of a bishop, “but I can always say that I should like more information. That is an indication that the prime minister will not miss.”
The extent of the monarch’s political influence sparked occasional speculation, but not much criticism. The views of Charles, who has expressed strong opinions on everything from architecture to the environment, might prove more contentious.
The queen was obliged to meet weekly with the prime minister, and they generally found her well-informed, inquisitive and up to date. The one possible exception was Margaret Thatcher, with whom her relations were said to be cool, if not frosty, though neither ever commented.
The queen’s views in those private meetings became a subject of intense speculation and fertile grounds for dramatists like Peter Morgan, author of the play “The Audience” and hit TV series “The Crown.” Those semi-fictionalized accounts were the product of an era of declining deference and rising celebrity, when the royal troubles became public property.
And there were plenty of troubles in the royal family, an institution known within the palace as “The Firm.” In Elizabeth’s first years on the throne, Princess Margaret provoked a national controversy through her romance with a divorced man.
In what the queen called the “annus horribilis” of 1992, her daughter, Princess Anne, got divorced, Prince Charles and Princess Diana separated, and so did Prince Andrew and his wife, Sarah. That was also the year Windsor Castle, a residence she far preferred to Buckingham Palace, was seriously damaged by fire.
The public split of Charles and Diana — “There were three of us in that marriage,” Diana said of her husband’s relationship with Camilla Parker Bowles — was followed by the shock of Diana’s death in a Paris car crash in 1997. For once, the queen appeared out of step with her people. Amid unprecedented national mourning, Elizabeth’s failure to make a public show of grief appeared to many to be unfeeling. After several days, she made a televised address to the nation.
The dent in her popularity was brief. She was by now a sort of national grandmother, with a stern gaze, a kind smile and an inexhaustible repertoire of brightly colored outfits with matching hats.
She took the monarchy from the black-and-white era to the digital age and was a cautious modernizer: She ended the presentation of debutantes at court and instituted garden parties with a cross section of her subjects; her children were sent to school, rather than being privately tutored as she was; she was the first monarch to give the annual royal Christmas speech on television, and the first to send an email and post a tweet.
Financial pressures led to staff reductions, cutbacks in repairs and maintenance at some of her palaces, and the removal of the royal yacht from active service. In the 1990s, she voluntarily but prudently agreed to pay taxes, and her dignity survived the necessity of topping up her income by opening a souvenir shop at Buckingham Palace.
Despite being one of the world’s wealthiest people, Elizabeth had a reputation for frugality and common sense. She was known as a monarch who took care to turn off lights in empty rooms, a country woman who didn’t flinch from strangling pheasants.
A newspaper reporter who went undercover to work as a palace footman reinforced that down-to-earth image, taking photos of the royal Tupperware on the breakfast table and a rubber duck in the bath.
“Dogs and horses, courtesy, kindliness and community service, count with her,” biographer Giles Brandreth wrote.
Her sangfroid was not dented when a young man aimed a pistol at her and fired six blanks as she rode by on a horse in 1981, nor when she discovered an intruder sitting on her bed in Buckingham Palace in 1982.
The image of the queen as an exemplar of ordinary British decency was satirized by the magazine Private Eye, which called her Brenda. Anti-monarchists dubbed her “Mrs. Windsor.” But the republican cause gained limited traction.
On her Golden Jubilee in 2002, she said the country could “look back with measured pride on the history of the last 50 years.”
“It has been a pretty remarkable 50 years by any standards,” she said in a speech. “There have been ups and downs, but anyone who can remember what things were like after those six long years of war appreciates what immense changes have been achieved since then.”
A reassuring presence at home, she was also an emblem of Britain abroad — a form of soft power, consistently respected whatever the vagaries of the country’s political leaders on the world stage. It felt only fitting that she attended the opening of the 2012 London Olympics alongside another icon, James Bond, as portrayed by Daniel Craig. Through some movie magic, she appeared to parachute into the Olympic Stadium.
Despite Britain’s complex and often fraught ties with its former colonies, Elizabeth was widely respected and remained head of state of more than a dozen countries, from Canada to Tuvalu. She headed the 54-nation Commonwealth, built around the U.K. and its former British colonies.
In 2015, she overtook Queen Victoria, her great-great-grandmother, as the longest-serving monarch in British history, and this year she became the second longest-reigning monarch in world history, behind 17th century French King Louis XIV, who took the throne at age 4.
She kept working well into her 10th decade, though Prince Charles and his elder son, Prince William, took over most of the visits, ribbon-cuttings and investitures that form the bulk of royal duties. The loss of Philip was a heavy blow, as she poignantly sat alone at his funeral in the chapel at Windsor Castle.
The family troubles kept coming. Her son, Prince Andrew, was entangled in the sordid tale of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, an American businessman who had been a friend. Andrew denies accusations that he had sex with one of the women who said she was trafficked by Epstein.
The queen’s grandson, Prince Harry, walked away from Britain and his royal duties after marrying American actress Meghan Markle in 2018. He alleged in an interview that some in the family -– but pointedly not the queen -– had been less than welcoming to his wife.
She enjoyed robust health well into her 90s, though frailty eventually caught up with her. In October, she spent a night in a London hospital for tests, and was later said by the palace to be experiencing “episodic mobility issues.”
She kept up virtual meetings with diplomats and politicians from Windsor Castle, but public duties grew rarer, though she made several appearances as the U.K. celebrated her Platinum Jubilee in June.
Pragmatic to the end, she began to prepare the country for the transition to come. She let it be known that she wanted Charles’ wife Camilla to be known as “Queen Consort” when her son became king. It removed a question mark over the future role of the woman some blamed for the breakup of Charles’ marriage to Princess Diana in the 1990s.
In May, she asked Charles to stand in for her and read the Queen’s Speech at the State Opening of Parliament, one of the monarch’s most central constitutional duties.
But she remained firmly in control of the monarchy and at the center of national life as Britain marked her Platinum Jubilee with parties and pageants. Just 48 hours before her death, she presided at a ceremony at Balmoral Castle to appoint Truss as the 15th prime minister of her reign.
Seven decades after World War II, Elizabeth was again at the center of the national mood amid the uncertainty and loss of COVID 19 — a disease she came through herself in February.
In April 2020 — with the country in lockdown and Prime Minister Boris Johnson hospitalized with the virus — she made a rare video address, urging people to stick together.
She summoned the spirit of World War II, that vital time in her life, and the nation’s, by echoing Vera Lynn’s wartime anthem “We’ll Meet Again.”
“We should take comfort that while we may have more still to endure, better days will return. We will be with our friends again. We will be with our families again. We will meet again,” she said.
At Queen Square in London’s Bloomsbury neighborhood stands an urn erected to commemorate Elizabeth’s Silver Jubilee. Etched on the ground around it are the words of poet Philip Larkin, written for that event in 1977, but which remained true decades later:
“In times when nothing stood
But worsened or grew strange,
There was one constant good
She did not change.”
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Associated Press writers Gregory Katz and Robert Barr contributed material before their deaths.
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ROCKVILLE, Md., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After one and a half years of disruptive learning, nearly 100% of Prek-12 students returned to school full time by the third quarter of 2021.
That's one of the findings of SIMBA's just-published report PreK-12 Enrollment and Demographics 2022-2023, which examines data, trends, and outlook for students enrolled in public and private schools in the US. Along with broader enrollment and demographic trends, the report identifies how COVID has impacted enrollment, and other key drivers.
For example, digital and online learning, which surged during the pandemic, continues to grow and play a major role in US schools, and is spurring the federal government to ensure uninterrupted internet connections. The FCC is pushing for 1Mbps per student bandwidth goal; as of late 2021 59% of districts or 18.8 million students and 7,675 school districts met or exceeded that goal. This focus on online and digital learning also is necessitating a corresponding increase in the availability and use of digital learning materials.
The report also identifies the total numbers of enrolled students and schools. In the 2020-2021 school year, there were 19,254 public school districts and 98,609 public schools. California has the highest number with 10,328 public school, followed by Texas with 9,002 and then New York with 4,807. Enrollment in public elementary and secondary schools trended up from 47.2 million in 2020 to 50.6 million in 2021, a 7.3% increase. That growth has been driven by increasing birth rates, immigration and expanding access to prekindergarten. The report also reveals that total public school enrollment is expected to increase at a slower rate through fall 2030.
Changes in enrollment of certain types of schools are also examined. For example, homeschooling, charter schools and virtual schools all reported enrollment increases during the pandemic. Charter schools in particular continue to grow rapidly: in 2020-2021 there were 7,644 charter schools serving 3.5 million students; in 2019-2020 there were 7,547 charter schools serving 3.4 million students. This increase is a continuation of a larger trend: in 2000 there were 1,993 charter schools serving just 448,000 students.
Overall, though private school enrollment dropped from a total of 11.6% of students in 2000 down to 10.1% in 2019, (representing 5.7 million students; remaining the same number as it was in 2018). Other trends include a declining enrollment in Catholic schools, and an increasing support for the notion of school choice.
Simba's new report identifies other trends as well of importance to those serving the educational market. For example, the study found that the growth in ELL (English Language Learners) was growing with 5.1 million students in the 2019-2020 school year. Overall graduation rates recently increased as well.
Some negative trends are also surfaced in the report. One is the problem of dropping out or disenrollment, notably highest in preschool and kindergarten, which has created long lasting serious fiscal consequences for schools. The report also notes that efforts to provide universal PreK is moving slowly, declining in the 2019-2020 to 2020-2021 years in nearly every state. Furthermore, socioeconomic gaps have widened as students who did not have access to computers, reliable connectivity, and productive instruction fell further behind their better-situated schoolmates. The report notes that these factors might stimulate the market for products that can remediate learning gaps and address standards across multiple grade levels as traditional schooling resumes
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InBody keeps cardiac health close to the heart of its goal to simplify health and wellness data. With the BPBIO 220 and BPBIO 250, the company hopes to bring increased accuracy and precision to blood pressure readings taken at medical facilities.
CERRITOS, Calif., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, InBody is pleased to announce the release of two new professional-grade blood pressure monitors, the BPBIO 220 and the BPBIO 250.
With its finger consistently on the pulse, InBody is now giving medical professionals the opportunity to add these advanced devices to their practice to accurately assess patient risks for chronic conditions.
The BPBIO 220 and BPBIO 250 are part of a new generation of blood pressure devices that meet updated mercury-free standards for use within the medical field. While the use of mercury in blood pressure monitors has been an industry gold standard for years, a number of independent research studies have raised concerns regarding the safety of mercury, its use in the workplace, and human error that could be associated with manually measuring this data.
To alleviate these concerns, the BPBIO 220 was designed to help the clinician accurately measure individual blood pressure manually using the auscultatory method. With our patented controller, it helps eliminate errors by allowing clinicians to conveniently mark blood pressure and control exhaust speed using one hand.
Its automatic counterpart, the BPBIO 250, uses the oscillometric method to quantify patient health and is equipped with a patented one-touch cuff to improve user comfort and five different test modes, including auscultatory mode, which allow clinicians to optimize measurements according to test environment and individual patient condition. In addition, the BPBIO 250 also comes with additional accessories, such as a rechargeable lithium ion battery, cuff rack and curl cable for easy storage, and Bluetooth capabilities.
"This new blood pressure technology will help us ensure accurate measurements are consistently recorded regardless of external factors, such as environment or patient condition," says Harry Yun, CEO of InBody USA. "We're excited to offer medical professionals devices that provide personalized data on patient heart health, which can be used to create and sustain healthy lifestyle changes."
To learn more about InBody's advanced line of blood pressure monitors and discover which model is right for your facility, visit the InBody website.
About InBody
InBody is an innovation-focused company with a goal of creating a better world for today and future generations to come. Their mission is to provide biomedical technologies that simplify the understanding of health and wellness. People trust InBody to provide accurate, actionable insights. InBody's award-winning, medical-grade devices are used by professionals and consumers in medical, fitness, research, and corporate wellness verticals. The company delivers biomedical technologies and services in over 110 countries with six international branch offices and a global network of distributors. To learn more about InBody and their mission visit www.inbody.com.
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The new offering provides companies security benefits and autonomy over data residency
SAN FRANCISCO , May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intercom, the Engagement OS, has launched local data hosting in Australia to give businesses the ability to process customer data locally when using Intercom's platform. The launch meets industry needs for secure data residency and adheres to Australian Privacy Principles (APP).
Headquartered in San Francisco, Intercom enables businesses to communicate with customers more effectively through its customer communications platform. Businesses can use Intercom to deliver in-context and personalised experiences at any scale by powering customer engagement with live, first-party data throughout the entire customer journey.
Intercom has expanded its presence in Australia since 2019. The Sydney office now consists of more than 30 customer-facing sales, success, support and marketing team members, as well as partner and operations functions. Locally, the company counts Atlassian, Appliances Online and Sidekicker as customers, among others. As Intercom looks to further expand its APAC footprint to meet growing customer demand, local data hosting will also provide a faster experience for customers.
"We have many customers in Australia and know that regional data hosting is something that companies are now seeking," said Karen Peacock, CEO of Intercom. "We are dedicated to helping customers across the region and this launch is part of our commitment and ongoing investment to ensure our customers can engage with and connect to their customers safely and securely."
The launch follows the announcement of Intercom's European Data Hosting last year. The company now provides customers a global data residency offering that meets growing requirements for data processing across geographies. Intercom is also continuing to invest in its platform to meet the needs of growing businesses and enterprises, with world-class privacy and security compliance and industry certifications including HIPAA and SOC 2.
"We have very intentionally invested in a strong security and compliance posture, so companies all over the world and of all sizes can use the Intercom platform with confidence," said Darragh Curran, Chief Technology Officer at Intercom. "We're committed to making sure our customers can concentrate on what's most important to them—leveraging Intercom to grow their business and build relationships with their customers—while we ensure their most important data is hosted within a desired jurisdiction."
Intercom has more than 900 employees across its Sydney, San Francisco, Chicago, Dublin and London offices. Over 25,000 global customers use Intercom's Engagement OS to drive ongoing customer engagement and business growth at scale.
For more information, visit www.intercom.com.
About Intercom
Intercom, the Engagement OS, enables businesses to build stronger customer relationships that drive growth and scale. With its all-in-one customer communications platform, Intercom offers next-generation solutions for sales, marketing and support teams to work together to convert prospects into paying customers, engage customers throughout their journey and provide world-class support.
Intercom is redefining the customer journey and unifying business silos to deliver ongoing, personalised engagement through in-context communications. More than 25,000 global organisations, including Atlassian, Amazon and Lyft Business, rely on Intercom to deliver unparalleled user experiences at any scale. Intercom's platform is used to send over 500 million messages per month and enables interactions with over 600 million monthly active end users.
Founded in 2011 and backed by leading venture capitalists, including Kleiner Perkins, Bessemer Venture Partners and Social Capital, Intercom is on a mission to make internet business personal.
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JACKSON, Miss., April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With tax-filing season a prime time for identity theft scammers to prey on unsuspecting consumers, AARP Mississippi and AARP Fraud Watch Network are offering a series of events to help Mississippians protect themselves and their families.
Telephone Town Hall – April 6
AARP Mississippi will present a telephone town hall, Avoiding Government Impostor Scams, at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6. Scammers posing as IRS agents or Treasury Department officials call and try to convince taxpayers that they owe back taxes.
The telephone town hall will feature Amy Nofziger, Director of Fraud Victim Support for AARP Fraud Watch Network and Christine Footit, Brand Chief for Tax Outreach, Partnership and Education at the Internal Revenue Service. Listeners will be able to ask questions. To receive a call to join this telephone town hall, register at access.live/AARP-MS.
Shred Events
Reserve your spot for a free drive-through contactless shredding event sponsored by AARP Mississippi and AARP Fraud Watch Network. The shred events will be held in Holly Springs and Jackson.
In Jackson, the shred event will be held on April 20 at the Jackson Revival Center Church – Downtown, 4655 Terry Road. To register, visit www.aarp.org/ms.
In Holly Springs, the shred event will be held on April 27 at Holly Springs Main Street Chamber, 148 East College Ave. To register, visit www.aarp.org/ms.
These events are designed to help the 50-plus and their families protect themselves from fraud and scams. For more information, visit www.aarp.org/ms.
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org, www.aarp.org/espanol or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspanol and @AARPadvocates, @AliadosAdelante on social media.
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WASHINGTON — A lawyer for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign was acquitted Tuesday of lying to the FBI when he pushed information meant to cast suspicions on Donald Trump and Russia in the run-up to that year’s election.
The case against Michael Sussmann was the first courtroom test of special counsel John Durham since his appointment three years ago to search for government misconduct during the investigation into potential ties between Russia and Trump’s 2016 campaign. The verdict represents a setback for Durham’s work, especially since Trump supporters had looked to the probe to expose what they contend was egregious bias by law enforcement officials who investigated the ex-president’s campaign.
The jury deliberated for several hours on Friday afternoon and Tuesday morning before reaching its verdict.
Speaking to reporters outside the courthouse after the verdict was delivered, Sussmann said he “told the truth to the FBI, and the jury clearly recognized that with their unanimous verdict today.”
He added: “Despite being falsely accused, I am relieved that justice ultimately prevailed in this case.”
In a separate statement, Durham said that though he and his team were disappointed in the outcome, they respected the jury’s decision. He thanked the investigators and prosecutors on his team for their “dedicated efforts in seeking truth and justice in this case.”
The trial focused on whether Sussmann, a cybersecurity attorney and former federal prosecutor himself, concealed from the FBI that he was representing Clinton’s campaign when he presented computer data that he said showed a possible secret communication backchannel between Russia-based Alfa Bank and Trump’s business company, the Trump Organization. The FBI investigated but quickly determined that there was no suspicious contact.
The bureau’s then-general counsel and the government’s star witness, James Baker, testified that he was “100% confident “ that Sussmann had told him that he was not representing any client during a September 2016 meeting the two men had. Prosecutors alleged Sussmann was actually acting on behalf of the Clinton campaign and another client — a technology executive — and that he hid that information to make the data seem more credible and to boost the chances of getting the FBI to investigate.
Lawyers for Sussmann denied to jurors that he lied, saying it was impossible to know with certainty what he told Baker since they were the only participants in the meeting and neither of them took notes.
They argued that if Sussmann said he wasn’t acting on the Clinton campaign’s behalf that that was technically accurate since he didn’t ask the FBI to take any particular action, and campaign officials didn’t authorize him to meet with the FBI. And they said that even if he did make a false statement, it was ultimately irrelevant since the FBI was already investigating Russia and the Trump campaign and, given the urgency of that probe, would have looked into the Alfa Bank data no matter the source.
During the two-week trial, jurors heard from a slew of witnesses, including current and former FBI officials who described efforts to assess the legitimacy of the Alfa Bank data, ex-Clinton campaign aides and lawyers and colleagues and friends of Sussmann who vouched for his character.
The original Trump-Russia investigation, overseen for two years by former special counsel Robert Mueller, found multiple efforts by Russia to interfere on the Trump campaign’s behalf but did not establish that the two sides had worked together to sway the outcome of the election.
After Mueller’s work was done, then-Attorney General William Barr named a new Justice Department prosecutor, then-Connecticut U.S. Attorney Durham, to examine whether anyone from the FBI or other agencies violated the law as the government opened its investigation into Russian election interference and the Trump campaign.
Durham has brought three criminal cases so far, though only one has been against a federal government employee and none of them has established any sort of sweeping conspiracy to frame Trump or derail his candidacy. The Alfa Bank matter, for instance, was peripheral to the Trump-Russia probe, with the since-discredited allegations not even warranting a mention in Mueller’s 448-page report.
A former FBI lawyer, Kevin Clinesmith, was given probation after pleading guilty in 2020 to altering an email related to secret surveillance of an ex-Trump campaign aide, and a Russian analyst, Igor Danchenko, who contributed to a dossier of Democratic-funded research into ties between Russia and Trump awaits trial this October on charges of lying to the FBI about his sources of information. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/article_f4e84ad2-e121-11ec-a0ab-63a309184113.html | 2022-06-01T02:10:38Z |
THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BJ Energy Solutions has entered into a fracturing services agreement to provide Comstock Resources with its second TITAN™ next-generation fracturing fleet. The fleet will be deployed to Comstock's Haynesville operation in early 2023.
BJ Energy executed a contract with Comstock for its first TITAN Fleet, which was delivered in April 2022. "On the first-two pads that were completed using the TITAN fleet, we eliminated 1.4 million gallons of diesel fuel replaced by cleaner burning natural gas. The environment was positively impacted by removing approximately 2,000 metric tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions," said Dan Harrison Comstock COO. "This fleet has played a key role in helping us minimize our completion cost as the cost of diesel has increased significantly. The completions cost on those first two pads were reduced by 15% compared to using one of our conventional diesel fleets. Based on the initial results, we entered into a contract with BJ Energy for a second TITAN natural gas-powered fleet," said Harrison.
Targeting emissions reduction, operational efficiencies, improved economics, and a reduction in equipment footprint, the core of BJ's next-generation fracturing fleet, the TITAN, includes direct drive 5,000 Horsepower natural gas-fired turbine driven pumps, capable of delivering the most efficient 'power to pump' combinations available. Beginning in late 2022, BJ will launch additional technologies to complement the TITAN Pumping platform, including a 4 MW Mobile Power Generation Unit to power the Electric TruDuo Blender and other modularized equipment.
"The BJ Energy and Comstock teams have a history of working collaboratively to solve new industry related challenges. Our Team is excited that Comstock has realized the value in TITAN so early in the operations lifecycle and have chosen to secure a second fleet that will support their operation through early 2026," said Warren Zemlak, CEO of BJ Energy.
About BJ Energy Solutions
With a rich legacy beginning in 1872, BJ has 150 years of technology innovation. Today, BJ Energy's strategy is to champion sustainable products and emissions reduction through the investment, development, and commercialization of technologies that reduces carbon footprint. BJ's latest introduction of the TITAN technology platform supports the industry's endeavor to continually improve its environmental impact and social responsibilities. For more information, please visit our website at www.bjenergy.com.
About Comstock
Comstock Resources is a leading independent natural gas producer with operations focused on the development of the Haynesville Shale in North Louisiana and East Texas. For more information, please visit Comstock's website at www.comstockresources.com.
BJ Energy Solutions Company Contact:
Ernesto Bautista III
Chief Financial Officer
ebautista@bjenergy.com
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240 units of independent living, assisted living & memory care will be included in the arts-centric Bethesda master-planned community
DENVER, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Experience Senior Living (ESL) reveals plans for a luxury senior living community coming to the highly anticipated Strathmore Square in Bethesda, Md. The seasoned senior housing developer plans to break ground in Q4 2023 on The Reserve at Strathmore Square -- a 26-story, 300,000-square-foot development with 240 units offering independent living, assisted living and memory care. Located in north Bethesda at the Grosvenor-Strathmore Red Line Metro station between the Metro parking garage and historic Rock Creek Park, The Reserve at Strathmore Square will provide housing catered specifically to seniors.
With each development, ESL aims to create communities with purpose where residents, families and team members can celebrate life together. At The Reserve at Strathmore Square, this is realized with the offering of exclusive amenities such as a swimming pool, a pickleball court, a wellness suite with a smart fitness room, a spa, a professional salon, massage, elevated outdoor spaces including a private memory care courtyard, multiple dining venues, a bar, technology/business center for residents, a sky lounge as well as amenity space with a planned performing arts component. The community will be part of an intergenerational housing development with programs and activities for engaged living.
Working with master developer, Fivesquares Development, Strathmore Square will be a visionary arts-centric community that emphasizes immersive culture and lifelong learning, adjacent to the renowned Strathmore Music Center. With more than 2,000 planned residential units, approximately 35,000 square feet of ground-floor retail and a 1.25-acre central park, Strathmore Square will integrate arts, culture, residences, affordable housing, beautiful open spaces and convenient suburban neighborhood amenities.
"Experience Senior Living offers four community types that each deliver unique advantages and signature aesthetics for residents," Phillip Barklow, president of ESL, said. "With Strathmore Square's focus on quality of life at the highest level, our high-luxury urban brand, The Reserve, is a natural fit for the community. The Reserve at Strathmore Square will be unlike any other community in the area, enhancing senior living by creating 'only at ESL' experiences that cannot be replicated by living at home, and we are honored to bring high-end, resort-like living to this remarkable new urban oasis."
For more information about ESL as well as existing and future properties, visit ExperienceSRLiving.com.
Experience Senior Living is a full-service, vertically integrated owner-operator of active adult, independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities. We are reimaging seniors housing based on our extensive experience serving in a variety of areas, implementing strategic, operational, and human objectives. We translate those experiences to create new and inspiring models of care, focused on hospitality, which are responsive to residents' needs, centered around holistic wellness and engagement with a broader community. Experience drives everything we do, and our team of dynamic professionals are fueled by their passion to empower individuals to live a full and well life now and as they grow older. Experience Senior Living is based in Denver, with communities either active or under development in six states: Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Ohio, Virginia, and Washington.
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Kirstin Barbour
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BLOOMINGTON, Ind., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Centerstone, a nonprofit health organization that provides mental health, addiction recovery, residential care, therapeutic foster care, counseling, and crisis services across the country, has learned of a data security incident that may have involved personal and protected health information belonging to certain current and former Centerstone clients. Centerstone has sent notification of this incident to potentially impacted individuals and is providing resources to assist them.
On February 14, 2022, Centerstone detected unusual activity involving its email environment. Upon discovering this activity, Centerstone took immediate steps to secure its email environment and launched a thorough investigation to determine the scope of the issue. The investigation determined that an unknown actor gained access to and may have obtained a limited amount of data from three employee email accounts between November 4, 2021 and February 14, 2022.
As a result, Centerstone undertook a comprehensive review of the full contents of the email accounts to identify whether any individual information was contained therein. Centerstone's review concluded on July 12, 2022, at which time Centerstone learned that the email accounts contained certain personal and protected health information. In response, Centerstone immediately initiated a diligent search to identify current contact information needed to notify potentially impacted individuals.
Centerstone currently has no evidence of the misuse of any information potentially involved in this incident. However, beginning on August 2, 2022, Centerstone notified potentially affected individuals directly via letter. In so doing, Centerstone provided information about the incident and about steps that potentially impacted individuals can take to protect their information.
The following personal and protected health information may have been involved in the incident: name, address, Social Security number, date of birth, client ID, medical diagnosis / treatment information, and/or health insurance information.
The privacy and protection of personal and protected health information is a top priority for Centerstone, which deeply regrets any inconvenience or concern this incident may cause. Centerstone is working to implement additional safeguards to help ensure the security of its email environment and to reduce the risk of a similar incident from occurring in the future. Centerstone has also established a toll-free call center to answer questions about the incident. Call center representatives are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Central Time, excluding holidays and can be reached at 1-833-764-0234.
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Mother says 6-year-old son died days after bitten by rattlesnake
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - A mother in Colorado is sharing her story after losing her son to a rattlesnake bite.
Lindsey Currat said her 6-year-old child, Simon Emmanuel, was bitten in the Bluestem Prairie Open Space area in Security-Widefield on July 5. He then passed away a week later, as reported by KKTV.
“Our support isn’t just from Security-Widefield,” Currat said. “We have been getting prayers from all over the country and around the globe. We have people in Europe and Canada that I know are praying for us and following our story.”
Currat said Simon was riding bikes with his father on a trail when the incident happened. After Simon was bitten, he was taken to a nearby hospital and resuscitated on his way there.
However, the 6-year-old needed additional care, so he was taken to the Children’s Hospital in Colorado Springs and transferred to Aurora.
Simon’s mother said doctors told her they did everything they could to save his life, but ultimately the family made the difficult decision to say goodbye to their son.
Currat said the family is accepting donations to help with the medical bills here.
Earlier this week, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife shared information on what to do and not to do when it comes to rattlesnake bites.
Copyright 2022 KKTV via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/07/14/mother-says-6-year-old-son-died-days-after-being-bit-by-rattlesnake/ | 2022-07-14T23:41:53Z |
VANCOUVER, BC, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - BBTV Holdings Inc. (TSX: BBTV) (OTCQX: BBTVF) ("BBTV" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that at its annual general and special meeting held June 30, 2022 (the "Meeting") all matters presented to shareholders were approved as referred to in its notice of meeting and information circular dated May 6, 2022.
Holders of both Multiple Voting Shares and Subordinate Voting Shares were entitled to vote at the Meeting. There were 32 shareholders represented in person or by proxy at the Meeting holding 64,707,316 votes, representing approximately 82.18% of BBTV's total shareholder votes for the meeting.
Shareholders set the number of directors at 6, and elected each of the Management nominees for election as directors listed in BBTV's information circular. Voting results for the election of directors at the Meeting were as follows:
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP was appointed auditor of BBTV until the next annual meeting of BBTV, as more particularly described in the Information Circular.
Additional details on the voting results for matters considered at the Meeting are reported in the Report of Voting Results as filed on SEDAR (www.sedar.com) filed on June 30, 2022.
BBTV is a global media and technology company headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. The Company's mission is to help content creators become more successful. With creators ranging from individuals to global media brands, BBTV provides comprehensive, end-to-end Solutions to increase viewership and drive revenue powered by its innovative technology, while allowing creators to focus on their core competency – content creation. In January 2022, BBTV had the fourth most unique monthly viewers among digital platforms with more than 600 million globally, who consumed more than 35 billion minutes of video content [1]. (www.bbtv.com)
[1] Calculations and classifications made by BBTV based on data from Comscore's "Top 12 Countries = January 2022 comScore Video Metrix Media Trend – Multi-Platform – Top 100 Video Properties Report"; Top 12 countries represent ~50% of world's digital population.
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New track luminaire offers high outputs and outstanding beam control for architectural spaces
NORTHBROOK, Ill., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ConTech Lighting by Leviton today announced the introduction of the new Gallery XL Track Luminaire designed for the demands of museums, retail displays, and other architectural spaces.
"The Gallery XL expands our broad portfolio of track luminaires by adding a solution that brings together outstanding optical control, LED options, outputs up to 4600 lumens, adjustability, and shielding," said Michael Lehman, general manager, ConTech Lighting.
The new Gallery XL Track Luminaire features a flat back cylinder form and an integral driver which creates a simple profile that disappears in a space. An adjustable arm is integrated seamlessly into the form of the fixture to eliminate any visible wiring or adjustment hardware while still allowing 0-100 degrees of vertical adjustment and 365 degrees of horizontal adjustment. Vertical angle guides are provided to allow pre-aiming and a discreet locking screw provides additional security to ensure that adjustments will be maintained.
The five different beam distributions begin with a 10-degree option that utilizes a dual lens optic and delivers a well-defined beam with minimal field. All the optic solutions are field changeable and recessed from the aperture which provides impressive cutoff to source brightness. An integrated accessory ring allows for up to two shielding media and can also secure the barn door or snoot options.
The Gallery XL can work with any of the ConTech track systems as well as with competitor's track systems when specified with an alternate adapter. In addition, Gallery XL is available in a mono-point canopy solution when precise positioning is required.
"Not only is Gallery XL a great looking track solution but specifiers are going to love the flexibility in controlling the light with the various optics and accessories," added Jon Ginsberg, product manager at ConTech Lighting.
For additional information on the Gallery XL, please visit: https://www.contechlighting.com/en/gallery-xl-high-performance-track-luminaire
For additional information on ConTech Lighting by Leviton, please visit: www.leviton.com/contech, https://www.facebook.com/contechlighting, https://twitter.com/ConTechLighting, or www.youtube.com/ConTechLighting.
Leviton Lighting & Controls brings innovative lighting solutions to life in commercial, healthcare, industrial, and residential buildings with an extensive lighting and controls offering designed towards enhancing people's lives. With a collection of five of the most well-respected lighting brands on the market bolstered by a commitment to continuously improving the controls and technology that power them, Leviton Lighting & Controls exceeds customers' expectations every day. Leviton is a single-source partner of highly innovative and energy-efficient products, backed by unsurpassed customer service and support. For more information, visit https://www.leviton.com/en/solutions/commercial-lighting-and-controls.
Every day, Leviton is engineering possibilities that make the future happen, meeting the needs of today's residential, commercial, and industrial customers globally. From electrical, to lighting, to data networks, and energy management, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. Driven by its commitment to its customers, the ingenuity of its employees and the safety and quality of its products and solutions, with Leviton, the FUTURE IS ON. For more information, visit www.leviton.com, www.facebook.com/leviton, www.twitter.com/leviton, or www.youtube.com/Levitonmfg.
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(The Hill) – Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker (R) reiterated his opposition to Democrats’ climate, health care and tax bill over the weekend, arguing that too much of the money is “going to trees.”
“They continue to try to fool you like they are helping you out. But they’re not. They’re not helping you out because a lot of money it’s going to trees,” Walker said, according to a clip of his remarks that was shared with The Hill.
“Don’t we have enough trees around here?” he added, in comments that were first reported by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
He instead called for spending more money on law enforcement and complained about spending for the Internal Revenue Service.
The legislation, which has nearly $370 billion in spending on climate change and energy and was signed into law by President Biden last week, puts $1.5 billion toward the Urban and Community Forestry Assistance program, which plants trees in urban areas.
Experts say that tree-planting can improve both climate change and health outcomes when planted in urban spaces.
“If you were to plant millions of trees, which is what many countries want to do…we’d be removing a significant amount of carbon,” said Paul Falkowski, a professor at Rutgers in the Earth and Planetary Sciences and Marine and Coastal Sciences departments.
“Urban tree planting is very, very productive in the sense that it increases the trade, it increases the flux of moisture in the local environment, which decreases the temperature,” Falkowski added.
While the Democratic legislation did include funding for that program, its marquee climate programs include tax credits for clean energy development and incentives and penalties that aim to reduce methane emissions from the oil and gas industry .
Walker’s comments attracted significant attention on Twitter as the candidate faces a tight race against Sen. Rafael Warnock (D).
They’re not the first environmental remarks from Walker to spark conversation. The candidate previously claimed that “good air” from the U.S. would float over to China if the U.S. took steps to combat climate change — and that the U.S. would be stuck cleaning China’s “bad air.”
Falkowski said, however, that it doesn’t work this way.
“Many countries have a significant amount of aerosol pollution because they burn coal. The lifetimes of these aerosols is a few weeks. Once that air gets across the Pacific Ocean, if it rains, most of that air is cleaned up. Very, very little Chinese pollution makes it to the continental United States,” he said. | https://cw33.com/hill-politics/herschel-walker-blasts-climate-bill-dont-we-have-enough-trees-around-here/ | 2022-08-23T13:08:23Z |
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Diaper changing time just became a little less messy and a fraction funnier, thanks to Babyganics' new line of Triple Dry Diapers, the brand's most absorbent diaper. Parents have enough to worry about without the products they use being added to that list, which is why the new line marries function with fun – promising to keep babies' bottoms dry, with quirky, age-appropriate patterns and word puzzles to provide humor for the masters of diaper changing time: the parents.
What's more, the diaper line is now available via the new Babyganics direct-to-consumer website, making it easier than ever to ensure there's always a clean supply of diapers at the ready.
The star of the show is the diapers' vibrant and quirky designs that include cheerful shapes, colors, patterns and supportive messages for parents to brighten their day (or night). Smaller sized diapers feature notes of encouragement, such as "If you can read this, you are awake & functioning, great job," and larger sizes provide parents with much-needed LOLs for extra support on the messier days.
The new diapers – which come in newborn through size six – are 2x faster at absorbing wetness. The Triple Dry Diaper protection comes from the U-shaped channel which quickly whisks wetness away from baby's bottom, an absorbent core which locks moisture away, and a breathable layer that circulates air to skin.
All the sizes include a wetness indicator, so parents know when it's time to hit the changing table. Newborn diapers have an umbilical cord cutout for ultra-comfort, while Size 1 and Size 2 have additional front and back leakage cuffs for fending off blowouts.
The comfort and overall fit of the diapers were given careful consideration. The blend of plant-derived and traditional materials provides a soft cloth-like feel inside and out. And the brand has included a touch of NeoNourish® Seed Oil Seed Oil (a dedicated diaper blend of tomato, sunflower, cranberry, black cumin and raspberry seed oils) on the top sheet with baby's skin in mind. Strong tabs and stretchy wings for a secured fit and an ultra-thin flexible core mean babies are comfortable when on the move.
If you don't laugh, you'll cry, Babyganics' Triple Dry Diaper U-shape technology gets the job done while adding a pop of fun.
The diapers were designed with TCF (Totally Chlorine-Free) fluff pulp, are non-allergenic, dermatologist-tested, and made without latex, petroleum-based lotions or fragrances.
- 0-7 Months: Boasting bold shapes for baby and cheeky pep talks for parents – such as "you are brave, you are strong, and you can change this diaper."
Size NB (<10 lbs)
Size 1 (8 - 14 lbs)
Size 2 (12 - 18 lbs)
- 8-36 Months: The alphabet with a difference. Mimicking flashcards, these diapers get babies and toddlers familiar with the alphabet and numbers, using words such as "meltdown" and "booboos" designed to delight parents.
Size 3 (16 - 28 lbs)
Size 4 (22-37 lbs)
- 3+ Years: Words are the name of the game with these designs that sport cute icons, letters and word searches to reveal things like "sleepy" and "you are a star."
Size 5 (27+ lbs)
Size 6 (35+ lbs)
And parents, you've been heard. You can now save money and precious time thanks to the new auto-delivery of diapers from babyganics.com. The direct-to-consumer website enables parents to shop essential products for online purchase and direct-to-door delivery, including Babyganics' iconic Bath, Skincare, Homecare, Sunscreen and Repellent range for all ages and stages.
The Triple Dry Diapers are available on Babyganics.com and Amazon. For more information, visit https://babyganics.com/meet-our-diapers/.
Babyganics was founded in 2002 by two dads who loved watching their little ones explore and get messy. Born from the belief that family life is not always clean – or perfect – they set out to build a brand that stood up for real parenting and empowered parents and caregivers to realize that their best is more than enough. This thinking comes alive in its recent campaign: "Here's to Practically Imperfect Parenting", which defies the concept of parental perfection and presents new brand commitments rooted in support and action.
Today, Babyganics provides essentials for whatever is thrown at parents, spanning Bath & Body, Diapers, Outdoors and Home Care. It favors effective, plant-derived and organic ingredients wherever possible and its products are not tested on animals or created using certain ingredients – sulfates, phthalates, parabens or synthetic fragrances to name a few.
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BELTON — A 53-year Heidenheimer man — one of three former Little River-Academy firefighters charged with impersonating a public servant in 2019 — pleaded guilty to the charge Tuesday.
James E. Mercer, a former captain with the volunteer firefighting agency, pleaded guilty to 27th District Court Judge John Gauntt.
Two other men faced a charge of impersonating a public servant, a third-degree felony. John Ernest Burroughs, 44, former assistant fire chief for the department, was sentenced on Jan. 7, 2021, to two years of deferred adjudication.
Joshua Chance Adkins, 31, of Killeen, a former firefighter, is still going through the process and has a pretrial hearing scheduled for Aug. 25.
According to an arrest affidavit, all three men were shown in audio and video recordings as they turned on their vehicle’s windshield-mounted emergency red and blue lights when they boxed in a woman’s car on June 5, 2019.
None of the men are Bell County law enforcement officers and were not authorized to use emergency lights, the affidavit said.
When they approached the woman, the men reportedly acted as bond apprehension agents, not firefighters.
Adkins allegedly got out of the vehicle with a handgun in his hand but holstered it as he walked toward the woman’s car. Burroughs and Mercer walked up from behind the vehicle, the affidavit said.
The woman was also approached by Mercer and Burroughs on May 1 and told her they were law enforcement working with Bell County to serve her husband with a citation, the affidavit said.
The woman asked them for identification to prove their law enforcement affiliation, and the affidavit said they never provided any proof.
A video of the interaction between the woman, Burroughs and Mercer was provided to investigators.
At the time of the offense, Burroughs, who does not hold a license as a bondsman or bounty hunter, was working for Anderson & White bail bonds, Anthony Anderson, one of the owners of the company previously told the Telegram.
Mercer is expected to be sentenced on Aug. 25, when Gauntt will decide if he accepts the plea deal, which includes three years of deferred adjudication probation. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/article_db7106be-07ac-11ed-8efc-3fff429d80eb.html | 2022-07-19T23:30:04Z |
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Shelby Jordan, an offensive lineman who played for the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Raiders, died earlier this month, the Patriots announced Friday.
Jordan, 70, died on Sept. 9, according to the announcement.
Jordan played in 95 games with 87 starts at right tackle during his eight seasons with the Patriots. With the Raiders, Jordan was able to win a ring as a member of the Super Bowl XVIII Championship team in 1983.
Prior to his NFL career, Jordan led Washington University’s Division III Bears in tackles for three consecutive seasons before being named a Kodak first-team All-American during his senior year.
The 1972 team captain and Bears MVP is considered the greatest defensive player in the history of the school, and in 1973, he was the first football player in university’s 150 year history to be drafted in the NFL.
He was initially a 7th-round draft pick by the Houston Oilers in 1973, but was dropped during training. He signed with the New England Patriots, eventually becoming a six-year starter at offensive tackle.
After retiring from the NFL in 1988, Jordan launched and directed a Los Angeles-based nonprofit economic-development corporation that provides affordable urban housing to help families and seniors.
In 2013, Jordan was also inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/shelby-jordan-former-offensive-lineman-for-raiders-patriots-passes-away-at-70/ | 2022-09-17T19:57:57Z |
DALLAS (KDAF) — April 22 is Earth Day and in anticipation of the holiday, WalletHub has released a new study ranking the states based on eco-friendliness.
According to the study, as well as dealing with a global pandemic, the nation had one of the most expensive years on record for natural disasters, spending about $343 billion.
When looking at Texas’ green thumb, officials say there is room for improvement. Texas ranked in the bottom 10 states (10th) for environmental friendliness. Key findings from Texas include:
- 41st – Air Quality
- 38th – Soil Quality
- 38th – Water Quality
- 27th – LEED-Certified Buildings per Capita
- 31st – % of Renewable Energy Consumption
- 45th – Energy Consumption per Capita
- 42nd – Gasoline Consumption (in Gallons) per Capita
For the full report, visit WalletHub. | https://cw33.com/news/local/texas-is-the-10th-least-green-state-in-the-nation-study-says/ | 2022-04-13T19:52:10Z |
Man in serious condition after snorkeling accident at Kaimana Beach
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HONOLULU, Hawaii (KITV) — A 62-year-old man is in critical condition after a snorkeling accident at Kaimana Beach on Saturday morning.
First responders were called out to the area just before 11 a.m. According to the report, he was found in the water by a family member.
Ocean Safety crews brought the victim to shore and began CPR.
Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrived on scene and immediately initiated life saving measures and transported the victim to the hospital in extreme critical condition.
The snorkeler has not been identified.
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Collaborative community partnership delivers hope to neighbors struggling with food insecurity
SALISBURY, Md., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Perdue Farms' "Delivering Hope to Our Neighbors®" initiative focused on improving the quality of life in our communities through hunger relief, the company teamed with the Delmarva Shorebirds Class A minor league baseball team and three Delmarva Peninsula food banks to deliver 136,000 meals across the region's communities in the season-long 2022 Perdue Strike Out Hunger Challenge on Delmarva.
"Economic challenges, combined with the lingering impact of the pandemic, has brought so much uncertainty and challenge to individuals and families struggling with food insecurity on the Delmarva Peninsula," said Kim Nechay, executive director of the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation. "We're proud that this year's campaign once again provided a collaborative platform to raise public awareness about the problem of hunger and food insecurity and deliver much-needed relief to our neighbors in the communities where we live and work."
According to research from the food banks, on average one in seven people on the Delmarva Peninsula are challenged by food insecurity. One third of that food-insecure population is children.
Since 2011, Perdue, the Shorebirds, food banks and the community at-large have embraced the Strike Out Hunger Challenge to generate more than 1.3 million meals for those in need on Delmarva.
"That is an outstanding number of meals produced through the Strike Out Hunger Campaign.," said Jimmy Sweet, assistant general manager of the Delmarva Shorebirds. "I would like to thank the Delmarva community for their continued support and look forward to continuing this partnership and providing even more meals in 2023."
To drive this year's Perdue Strike Out Hunger Challenge on Delmarva, Perdue Farms issued a $15,000 challenge grant funded by the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Foundation — the charitable giving arm of the company — to benefit the Eastern Shore Branch of the Maryland Food Bank, the Food Bank of Delaware and the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.
Each of the food banks were required to engage the Delmarva community to raise the equivalent of 10,000 meals to claim their equal share of the first $10,000 of the Foundation challenge grant. This included any combination of pounds of food collected, monies collected and donated, or volunteer hours throughout the duration of the Shorebirds' season. Perdue also donated $10 for each time the Shorebirds' pitchers struck out an opposing batter, up to $5,000.
"We are so grateful for Perdue's support through the Strike Out Hunger Challenge," said Food Bank of Delaware President and CEO Cathy Kanefsky. "We look forward to this collaborative community partnership each year so we can collectively serve our community's most vulnerable. When we work together, we can truly deliver hope to our neighbors. More than 100,000 of our neighbors here in Delaware are struggling to afford food. This effort will enable us to put meals on the tables of those who need it most."
"As financial effects of the pandemic continue to impact Maryland households, more people are turning to the charitable food system. Having the continued support of Perdue Farms and the Delmarva Shorebirds through "Perdue's Strike out Hunger Campaign Challenge," the Maryland Food Bank Eastern Shore is better positioned to meet increased needs," said Jennifer Small, vice president of partner logistics and programs for the Maryland Food Bank.
The Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation, the charitable giving arm of Perdue Farms, was established in 1957 by company founder Arthur W. Perdue and is funded through the estates of Arthur W. Perdue and Frank Perdue. As part of our belief in supporting the communities where and with whom we do business, the Foundation provides grants on behalf of Perdue Farms in communities where large numbers of our associates live and work. At Perdue Farms, we believe in responsible food and agriculture®.
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Caption: The 2022 Perdue Strike Out Hunger Challenge on Delmarva delivered more than 136,000 meals across the region. From left to right are Donald Annis, Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, and his daughter Carlee, Cathy Kanesfsky, president and CEO of the Food Bank of Delaware, Kassandra Smith of the Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, Todd Reilly and Jennifer Reilly, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Perdue Foods and Maryland Food Bank Board member, Jimmy Sweet, assistant general manager, Delmarva Shorebirds, Drew Getty, vice president of sustainability and government relations for Perdue Farms, and his children, Jack and Mary.
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Comedian and actor Russell Brand has moved to Rumble as his primary video platform; joins journalist Glenn Greenwald to challenge corporate media with a daily livestream.
TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rumble, the video-sharing platform, has announced that Russell Brand, the influential comedian, actor, and podcaster, will launch a new daily live show.
Stay Free with Russell Brand will stream exclusively on Rumble at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time weekdays from September 28th. The channel will provide an alternative news source that is both inclusive and progressive, exploring global events and providing unique perspectives on culture, news, and politics.
"We are here to serve our community—which includes everyone," said Russell Brand. "We are here to question everything, we are here to have a laugh, to Build Back Better and Make News Great Again. Stay Free."
"We are excited to empower Russell to grow his audience on Rumble and Locals," said Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski. "Russell is known for his unfiltered opinions, and we are proud to serve as the technology platform where he can grow his audience."
Following the livestream, Brand will continue with a Q&A session exclusively for subscribers on Rumble's community platform, Locals, which will be the new home of Brand's full-length video podcast conversations and premium content including his live comedy tour.
Stay Free with Russell Brand will launch on Rumble on September 28, 2022.
You can find Russell's Rumble channel here: https://rumble.com/RussellBrand
You can find Russell's Locals community here: https://russellbrand.locals.com/
Rumble is a high-growth neutral video platform that is creating the rails and independent infrastructure designed to be immune to cancel culture. Rumble's mission is to restore the Internet to its roots by making it free and open once again. In December 2021, the company announced the execution of a definitive business combination agreement with CF Acquisition Corp. VI (NASDAQ: CFVI). See the announcement here: https://corp.rumble.com
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THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — A lawyer for an alleged extremist accused of involvement in crimes including rape and torture in the northern Malian city of Timbuktu a decade ago rejected the allegations and said Monday that he was just a police officer carrying out court orders who could have been killed for disobeying.
Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court had argued that the defendant, Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz Ag Mohamed Ag Mahmoud, was a “key figure” in a reign of terror after al-Qaida-linked rebels overran the Malian desert city in 2012.
But defense counsel Melinda Taylor said Al Hassan was merely a member of the Islamic police force, at a time when the Malian authorities were in disarray, who was “obliged to respect and execute the decisions of the Islamic tribunal. This is what the police around the world do.”
Taylor said that had he disobeyed the court orders, he would “have risked being branded a traitor and a spy,” and might have been executed. Any attempt to flee Mali would have put his family at risk, she said.
Al Hassan, who sat in court wearing a white headscarf, is charged with involvement in crimes including rape, torture, persecution, enforced marriages and sexual slavery committed from April 2012 until the end of January 2013.
He allegedly was a key member of Ansar Dine, an Islamic extremist group linked to al-Qaida that held power in northern Mali at the time. A French-led military operation in 2013 forced the group from power, but rebel elements have continued to stage attacks on Malian and international forces.
The trial is the second case at the ICC linked to Ansar Dine’s brutal occupation of Timbuktu. A member of the group, Ahmad Al Faqi Al Mahdi, was convicted in 2016 and sentenced to nine years’ imprisonment for attacking nine mausoleums and a mosque door in the city in 2012. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/lawyer-says-alleged-mali-extremist-was-only-obeying-orders/ | 2022-05-10T01:02:17Z |
Southern Baptist leaders release secret accused abuser list
(AP) - In response to an explosive investigation, top Southern Baptists have released a previously secret list of hundreds of pastors and other church-affiliated personnel accused of sexual abuse.
The 205-page database was made public late Thursday. It includes more than 700 entries from cases that largely span from 2000 to 2019.
Its existence became widely known Sunday when the independent firm, Guidepost Solutions, included it in its bombshell report detailing how the Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee mishandled allegations of sex abuse, stonewalled numerous survivors and prioritized protecting the SBC from liability.
Executive Committee leaders Rolland Slade and Willie McLaurin, in a joint statement, called publishing the list “an initial, but important, step towards addressing the scourge of sexual abuse and implementing reform in the Convention.”
“Each entry in this list reminds us of the devastation and destruction brought about by sexual abuse,” they said. “Our prayer is that the survivors of these heinous acts find hope and healing, and that churches will utilize this list proactively to protect and care for the most vulnerable among us.”
The Guidepost report, released after a seven-month investigation, contained several explosive revelations. Among them: D. August Boto, the committee’s former vice president and general counsel, and former SBC spokesman Roger Oldham kept their own private list of abusive ministers. Both retired in 2019. The existence of the list was not widely known within the committee and its staff.
“Despite collecting these reports for more than 10 years, there is no indication that (Oldham and Boto) or anyone else, took any action to ensure that the accused ministers were no longer in positions of power at SBC churches,” the report said.
The Executive Committee did not make additions to the published list, but their attorneys did redact several entries as well as the names and identifying information of survivors and others unrelated to the accused, Thursday’s joint statement said.
They made public “entries that reference an admission, confession, guilty plea, conviction, judgment, sentencing, or inclusion on a sex offender registry,” and expect some of the redacted entries on the list to be made public once more research is done. The list also includes Baptist ministers that are not affiliated with the SBC.
Survivors and advocates have long called for a public database of abusers. The creation of an “offender information system” was one of the key recommendations in the report by Guidepost, which was contracted by the Executive Committee after delegates to last year’s national meeting pressed for an outside investigation.
Also in the report was a shocking allegation that Johnny Hunt, a Georgia-based pastor and former SBC president, sexually assaulted another pastor’s wife during a beach vacation in 2010. Hunt has disputed the allegation, saying in a statement that he has “never abused anybody.”
He resigned May 13 as senior vice president of evangelism and leadership at the North American Mission Board, the SBC’s domestic missions agency. On Wednesday, NAMB leaders announced changes to address the issue including committing to investigate abuse accusations and creating an Abuse Prevention and Response Committee to assess and strengthen existing policies and procedures.
Also in the wake of the report’s release, survivors have been calling in information about abuse allegations to the Executive Committee, Guidepost and members of a task force set up to oversee the firm’s investigation, according to a joint statement from the three entities.
A hotline is now open for survivors, or someone on their behalf, to report abuse allegations: 202-864-5578 or SBChotline@guidepostsolutions.com. Callers will be provided with care options and connected with an advocate, the statement said.
Guidepost will maintain the hotline and keep the information confidential, but will not be looking into the allegations. The joint statement described the hotline as a “stopgap measure for survivors” until delegates can pass reforms during this year’s national meeting scheduled for June 14-15 in Anaheim, California.
The task force expects to make its formal motions based on the Guidepost report public next week. Those recommendations will then be presented for a vote in Anaheim.
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NEW YORK, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Apyx Medical Corporation ("Apyx") (NASDAQ: APYX) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between May 12, 2021 and March 11, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Apyx, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
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ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Apyx includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) a significant number of Apyx's Advanced Energy products were used for off-label indications; (2) such off-label uses led to an increase in the number of medical device reports filed by Apyx reporting serious adverse events; (3) as a result, the Company was reasonably likely to incur regulatory scrutiny; (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's financial results would be adversely impacted; and (5) 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.
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‘Not funny to me:’ Beto O’Rourke curses at heckler over Uvalde shooting
MINERAL WELLS, Texas (CNN) - Beto O’Rourke cursed at a heckler during an event Wednesday in Mineral Wells, Texas.
The Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate responded to a person in the crowd who laughed at O’Rourke as he spoke about the Robb Elementary School mass shooting.
“Nineteen kids and their two teachers shot to death with a weapon originally designed for use in combat, legally purchased by an 18-year-old, who did not try to obtain one when he was 16 or 17 but followed the law that is on the books,” O’Rouke said.
As he continued speaking about the Uvalde mass shooting, a person in the audience laughed.
“It may be funny for you, mother----er, but it’s not funny to me, OK?” O’Rourke said.
O’Rourke has consistently called for tougher gun laws.
He is facing incumbent Republican Gov. Gregg Abbot in November.
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Palm Beach, FL, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Particulate matter or particle pollution is a significant contributor to heart and lung disease. Individuals most affected by poor air quality have asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and heart disease. Some of the companies tackling these soaring health problems include GlaxoSmithKline (NYSE: GSK), AstraZeneca (NASDAQ: AZN), Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ: REGN), and Cardiol Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CRDL) (TSX: CRDL).
Particulate matter pollution is prevalent because their minuscule size means people often inhale these particles effortlessly. They then infiltrate blood vessels, damaging the heart and lungs. Familiar sources include automobile and diesel generator emissions, wood and tobacco smoke, wildfires and even fireworks.
Despite extensive efforts to combat climate change, it seems the world has a long way to go to achieve clean air all around. This means any help to alleviate the associated health concerns is warmly welcomed.
Last year GSK began an R&D program to redevelop and redesign its rescue metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) to lower its carbon emissions while continuing to provide relief to asthmatics.
A recent asthma study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) showed that patients switching from a pressurized metered-dose inhaler (pMDI) to a dry powder inhaler (DPI)-based maintenance therapy more than halved their inhaler carbon footprint without loss of asthma control.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, along with The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and Sanofi, are co-funding a Phase 2 clinical trial. This will test whether a monoclonal antibody, dupilumab, can reduce asthma attacks and improve lung function and asthma symptoms in children with poorly controlled allergic asthma who live in low-income urban neighborhoods.
Meanwhile, AstraZeneca is on a mission to transform the treatment of asthma and COPD by driving earlier, biology-led treatment, eliminating preventable asthma attacks, and removing COPD as a top-three leading cause of death.
However, cardiovascular diseases remain the world's primary cause of death. Indeed, more than 800,000 Americans suffer from heart attacks annually, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Furthermore, 2018 CDC data indicates more than 30 million Americans live with heart disease.
Inhaling microscopic pollution particles can lead to arrhythmia, inflammation and hypercoagulation.
Cardiol Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CRDL) (TSX: CRDL) is one company attempting to tackle the debilitating effects of heart conditions. The company aims to treat inflammatory heart conditions of acute myocarditis, recurrent pericarditis, along with diastolic heart failure.
Cardiol Therapeutics is developing CardiolRx™, a pharmaceutically produced oral cannabidiol formulation to potentially treat acute inflammation associated with heart disease.
Cardiol currently has one multi-national clinical trial ongoing with another expected to commence imminently. Plus, it recently announced its third FDA IND authorization for its flagship formulation CardiolRx™ in cardiovascular disease.
Altogether, the company is looking to treat three areas of concern that would greatly benefit from an alternative treatment breakthrough.
PHASE II RECURRENT PERICARDITIS TRIAL
Cardiol's latest IND authorization is for a multicenter Phase II open-label pilot study of CardiolRx™ for recurrent pericarditis. This study will run parallel to the company's multi-national Phase II acute myocarditis trial.
Cardiol's recurrent pericarditis study will also assess the improvement in objective measures of disease and, during an extension period, evaluate the feasibility of weaning concomitant background therapy, including corticosteroids, while taking CardiolRx™.
Allan L. Klein, MD, FRCP (C), FACC, FAHA, FASE, FESC, Director Center of Pericardial Diseases and Professor of Medicine, Heart and Vascular Institute, Cleveland Clinic, will serve as study Chair and provide leadership throughout the trial.
Cardiol's study is expected to enroll 25 patients at major clinical centers specializing in pericarditis in the United States. The study protocol has been designed in collaboration with well-established thought leaders in pericardial disease.
Cardiol Therapeutics' Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Andrew Hamer, commented:
"With Investigational New Drug authorization now in place, we look forward to ramping up initiation of this important study. We also anticipate benefiting from the clinical trial infrastructure already established for our multi-national acute myocarditis study, which is expected to commence patient enrollment imminently."
Pericarditis refers to inflammation of the pericardium – the membrane or sac surrounding the heart. Symptoms include debilitating chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue, which result in physical limitations, reduced quality of life, emergency department visits, and hospitalizations.
Based on the time of presentation, acute pericarditis is a symptomatic event lasting less than four to six weeks. The diagnosis is based on meeting two of four criteria: chest pain, pericardial rub; electrocardiogram changes; and new or worsening pericardial swelling. Elevation of inflammatory markers such as CRP and evidence of pericardial inflammation by an imaging technique (computed tomography scan or cardiac magnetic resonance) may help diagnose and monitor disease activity.
Although generally self-limited and not life-threatening, acute pericarditis is diagnosed in 0.2% of all in-hospital cardiovascular admissions. It is responsible for 5% of emergency room admissions for chest pain in North America and Western Europe.
Recurrent pericarditis is the reappearance of symptoms after a symptom-free period of at least 4–6 weeks following an episode of acute pericarditis. These recurrences appear in 15% to 30% of acute cases, usually within 18 months. Up to 50% of patients with a recurrent episode of pericarditis experience more recurrences.
Cardiol believes there is a significant opportunity to develop a novel, well-tolerated, and safe therapy for treating recurrent pericarditis to prevent multiple recurrences in the first place.
Moreover, both acute myocarditis and recurrent pericarditis have a prevalence under 200,000 people in the United States. This means CardiolRx™ is eligible for orphan drug status in two indications, potentially adding significantly more value to the company.
Air pollution is a rapidly growing primary health concern around the world. Medical solutions are the next best option if pollution can't be eradicated.
GlaxoSmithKline (NYSE: GSK) is a leader in treating respiratory disease, producing MDIs that use a propellant to deliver the medicine and Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs) which are propellant free. GSK's latest generation of inhaler products that use the Ellipta device were developed and launched as DPIs and have an acknowledged lower carbon footprint than MDIs.
AstraZeneca (NASDAQ: AZN) is working with governments and policymakers worldwide to address systemic challenges and make COPD a public health priority. It aims to cut the COPD exacerbation rate in half by 2030 and thus reduce the associated cardiovascular mortality risk.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ: REGN) enjoyed European Commission (EC) approval of its Dupixent (Dupilumab) drug for the treatment of severe asthma in children aged 6 to 11 years in April 2022.
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Fork in the Road: Local Topeka Hangout has been turning patties since the 1970s
The Shack is known for it’s cheeseburgers, wings, and cold beer
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - To find the shack, you’ll likely be getting off the beaten path to a white structure beneath the Lake Shawnee dam. Located at 2842 SE 29th St, The Shack (Shack II that is...) has been a staple in southeast Topeka for nearly 50 years. The original Shack burned down in the late 1970s and was soon after rebuilt.
Holy Smith joined the team in 1995 and today is the owner.
“We are especially known for our hamburgers and our cheeseburgers,” said Holy. “We have a really big double cheeseburger. They are a third pound not cooked. Onions rings are really good. The wings are really good. It’s pretty much all bar food and we take pride in what we do.”
And the customers are taking notice. Terry Beeman has been coming here since 1982.
“Better taste,” said Beeman. “They use real meat. I would say they don’t cut corners like some do and everything is fresh and you can only get great service. You can’t beat that.”
And that keeps brining people back again and again even when times are tough.
“First of all we have a very loyal, loyal following,” said Smith, “and between our loyal customers and my staff we managed to keep the doors open and did a lot of to-go’s. A lot of customers would park outside and we would wear our masks and everything and we would deliver the food to them and they would kind of tailgate and we all had a good time with it and we just made it work.”
And if you’re first timer, here’s something to look forward to.
“It’s good and juicy and cooked to however you want it,” said Smith. “If you want it kind of pink in the middle or well done, but the double is about that big and it’s a handful but I recommend it to anybody that’s coming down here if it’s their first time. Give that a shot and then go from there on what you can handle.”
Now this place offers a variety of food on the menu, but Holy Smith says everyone will leave with one thing in common.
“It’s a good time. That’s what we want, everybody to come in here and have a good time.”
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Couple accused of taking service dog and blackmailing owner
Published: Jul. 6, 2022 at 12:31 PM EDT|Updated: 9 minutes ago
MONROE COUNTY, Fla. (CNN) – A couple in South Florida has been arrested and charged with grand theft and for stealing a service dog.
Police say Reinier Fuentes, 33, and Lilianne Dominguez, 26, texted a woman in the Florida Keys whose French bulldog, Sailor, had gone missing.
The couple demanded $1,000 for the safe return of Sailor, a service dog.
The woman called police, and the couple was arrested at a mall in Miami on Monday.
They are charged with grand theft, dealing in stolen property and more.
Sailor was not hurt and is now back with its owner.
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New and upgraded models offer more flexibility for users in workholding applications
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ – Destaco, part of Dover (NYSE: DOV), announced that it continues to expand the options within its Manual Clamp product family through the creation of new models and the upgrade of existing versions. These expanded offerings are designed to give users additional flexibility when outfitting their workholding systems.
Here is a closer look at three of these latest innovations:
- Front-Mount-Base Manual Clamps: Designed with a vertical mounting base that reduces interfering contours, and available with both vertical (models 2002-UF and 2007-UF) and horizontal (models 225-UF and 235-UF) handle action, these clamps help improve safety by providing more space for larger hand clearances. They also use the same mounting-hole pattern, spindles, washers and bolt retainers as existing models. All models have hardened bushings at key pivot points for longer cycle life and higher holding capacities.
- Toggle Lock Plus Manual Clamps: The new 503-MLBR and 533-LBR models are extensions of Destaco's 503-MLB and 533-LB vertical toggle-lock clamps and feature the patented Toggle Lock Plus locking system. The space-saving Toggle Lock Plus uses a locking disc to secure the position. This solution requires no welding and provides additional protection against unintentional opening and closing. The 503-MLBR and 533-LBR clamps are fully interchangeable with models having the same specifications. Other models are available upon request.
- 800 Series Manual Clamps: Quality enhancements have been completed for three models within the 800 Series clamp family. The Model 802-U now includes an upgraded air cylinder that helps ensure the clamp's exerting force is less than the maximum holding capacity; new composite bearings on the trunnion mount and cylinder pivot point; and a redesigned clevis bolt, along with increased rivet and pre-stop diameters. The Model 807-U is offered with lubrication- and maintenance-free composite bearings on the trunnion mount, a redesigned clevis bolt and a reconfigured base that improves the unit's open/close performance. New composite bearings that eliminate metal-to-metal contact while requiring no lubrication or maintenance are the upgrades for the Model 810-U.
"Our number one mission is to provide our customers with safe, cutting-edge products that help them optimize performance in all of their critical workholding applications," said Thomas Stimac, Destaco Regional Sales Manager, Automotive. "The introduction of the expanded Front-Mount and Toggle Lock Plus Manual Clamp portfolio, along with the updates to the 800 Series models, delivers on that mission, further strengthening our offerings to meet our customers' evolving needs."
To learn more about Destaco or any of its high-performance automation, workholding or remote-handling solutions, please visit www.destaco.com or call (888) Destaco (888-337-8226).
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Destaco, a Dover Corporation company, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance automation, workholding and remote-handling solutions. The company serves customers in a variety of end-markets, including the automotive, life sciences, consumer packaged goods, aerospace, industrial and nuclear sectors.
Built on a legacy of more than 100 years, Destaco offers a comprehensive portfolio of products designed to engineer precise movement, placement and control solutions that drive productivity and uptime for manufacturers around the world. The Destaco family of products consists of industry-leading brands such as Destaco Manual Clamps, Power Clamps, and End Effectors; Camco™ and Ferguson™ Indexers; Robohand™ Grippers; and CRL™ Manipulators and Transfer Ports. Destaco is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, U.S.A. The company has more than 800 employees with 13 locations, in 9 countries, across the Americas, Europe and Asia. More information is available at destaco.com.
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Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 25,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.
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New Service Releases Cyber Energy into Managed Extended Detection and Response Market
PHOENIX, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Avertium, a cyber fusion company, today announced the launch of Fusion MXDR, the company's threat-informed, managed extended detection and response (MXDR) service. Unlike traditional managed detection and response (MDR), Fusion MXDR also includes exposure management, NIST CSF framework, and other professional services as part of a cyber maturity program.
Avertium's new service fuses threat intelligence, attack surface monitoring, and vulnerability management with endpoint protection, security orchestration, and incident response automation into a single MDR service.
"We are tearing down the wall between professional and managed services, but more importantly, we are fusing threat-informed services with security operations to create a more effective response," said Jeff Schmidt, CEO at Avertium. "Customers are demanding a MXDR approach that incorporates third party risk and compliance assessments as part of a cyber maturity program. The result is a MXDR response that is greater than the sum of its parts."
Schmidt explains Fusion MXDR can support XDR platforms such as LogRhythm, SentinelOne, and Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel.
According to Schmidt, at the center of Avertium's new service is the company's Fusion Engine, an open architecture platform that combines security information and event management (SIEM) and endpoint protection and response (EDR) technologies with the company's own advanced intelligence orchestration. Fusion Engine contains threat progression methodology based on a mathematical framework known as Set Theory.
"Fusion MXDR uses the insights from vulnerability management, endpoint protection, and attach surface monitoring to improve the other response elements of the service," said Schmidt. "The result is an MXDR service with connected capabilities that not only inform one another but also measurably improve an organization's cyber maturity over time in a programmatic way."
More information can be found at https://www.avertium.com/fusion-mxdr.
Avertium is the security partner that companies turn to for end-to-end cybersecurity solutions that attack the chaos of the cybersecurity landscape with context. By fusing together human expertise and a business-first mindset with the right combination of technology and threat intelligence, Avertium delivers a more comprehensive, more programmatic approach to cybersecurity - one that drives action on the ground and influence in the boardroom. That's why over 1,200 mid-market and enterprise-level organizations across 15 industries turn to Avertium when they want to be more efficient, more effective, and more resilient when waging today's cyber war. Show no weakness.®-
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ALBANY – Sherwood Church is hosting numerous children’s and youth events and camps this summer in southwest Georgia. Activities include: Vacation Bible School, multi-sport camp, soccer camp and WinShape Camp.
Vacation Bible School is June 6-10 from 8 a.m.-noon on the church campus for completed kindergarten-completed fifth-graders. This action-packed week is filled with opportunities for participants to learn about Jesus, make crafts and play recreational games. To register for free, visit SherwoodBaptist.net/vbs.
Multi-Sport Camp is for ages 6-12 on June 20-24 at Legacy Park in Albany (2412 Lily Pond Road). Children will have the opportunity to compete in a fun-filled camp environment with team games all week long. Campers also will get introductory training for several sports to encourage a passion for a wider range of activity and play. Half-day and full-day camp options are available. To register, visit SherwoodBaptist.net/summercamps.
Soccer Camp is for ages 4-13 on July 18-22 at Legacy Park. This is a week-long camp led by former college players and current club and varsity-level high school coaches. Training sessions will cover everything from technical skills and abilities to tactical and mental understanding of the game. There will be scrimmages to incorporate game scenarios and allow players to be creative and implement what they have learned in training. Sessions are adaptable and beneficial to players of all skill levels. Half-day and full-day camp options are available. To register, visit SherwoodBaptist.net/summercamps.
WinShape Camp is an unprecedented day camp experience for completed kindergartners through completed eighth-graders on July 4-8. Campers will learn about Jesus through a mix of outdoor and indoor moments, physical activity and creative play. There is a day of fun for the whole family on the last day of camp that includes lunch from Chick-fil-A. Sign up at SherwoodBaptist.net/WINSHAPE.
For more information about any of the camps, call Sherwood Baptist Church at (229) 883-1910 or visit SherwoodBaptist.net/summercamps.
Sherwood Baptist Church is located at 2201 Whispering Pines Road in Albany. Weekly services are held on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. For additional information, visit SherwoodBaptist.net.
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NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Yext, Inc..
Shareholders who purchased shares of YEXT during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: March 4, 2021 to March 8, 2022
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Yext's revenue and earnings were significantly deteriorating because of, among other things, poor sales execution and performance, as well as COVID-19 related disruptions; (ii) accordingly, Yext was unlikely to meet consensus estimates for its full year fiscal 2022 financial results and fiscal 2023 outlook; and (iii) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: August 16, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/yext-class-action-lawsuit/?id=28888&from=4
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NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Kiromic BioPharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: KRBP).
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The complaint alleges that the registration statement and prospectus issued in connection with the Company's public offering that closed on July 2, 2021 (the "Offering Documents") failed to disclose that the Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") had, prior to the filing of these documents, imposed a clinical hold on the Company's Investigational New Drug ("IND") applications for its two new drug candidates. Given that the offering closed on July 2, 2021, more than thirty (30) days after the Company submitted the IND applications for its two immunotherapy product candidates, investors were assured that no clinical hold had been issued and clinical trials would commence.
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Smith "was firmly asked by way of his publicist to leave the Oscars. He refused and that was communicated back to Academy leadership," according to a source.
In the moments following Will Smith's stunning on-stage slap of Chris Rock during Sunday's Oscars telecast, members of the Academy of Motion Picture and Arts and Sciences leadership "firmly asked" Will Smith's publicist for the actor to leave the ceremony, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.
Smith "was firmly asked by way of his publicist to leave the Oscars. He refused and that was communicated back to Academy leadership," the person said.
The source spoke to CNN following multiple published reports Thursday disputing the Academy's claim in a statement issued Wednesday evening that Smith "was asked to leave the ceremony and refused."
Representatives for Smith did not respond to CNN's requests for comment
Thursday.
The Oscar-winning actor has maintained a low profile on social media since issuing an apology on Monday.
"I was out of line and I was wrong," Smith wrote in part. "I am embarrassed and my actions were not indicative of the man I want to be. There is no place for violence in a world of love and kindness."
The Academy has "initiated disciplinary proceedings" against Smith over his actions at the Oscars.
"Board of Governors today initiated disciplinary proceedings against Mr. Smith for violations of the Academy's Standards of Conduct, including inappropriate physical contact, abusive or threatening behavior, and compromising the integrity of the Academy," the organization said in a statement.
Another board meeting is set to take place on April 18, at which time, "the Academy may take any disciplinary action, which may include suspension, expulsion, or other sanctions permitted by the Bylaws and Standards of Conduct," the statement said.
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- Novavax' vaccine is the first protein-based COVID-19 vaccine authorized in the U.S.
- Immunizations with the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted as a primary series will begin upon product release and once a policy recommendation from the CDC is received
GAITHERSBURG, Md., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, today announced that the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted (NVX-CoV2373) has received emergency use authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to provide a two-dose primary series for active immunization to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in individuals 18 years of age and over.
"Today's FDA emergency use authorization of our COVID-19 vaccine provides the U.S. with access to the first protein-based COVID-19 vaccine," said Stanley C. Erck, President and Chief Executive Officer, Novavax. "This authorization reflects the strength of our COVID-19 vaccine's efficacy and safety data, and it underscores the critical need to offer another vaccine option for the U.S. population while the pandemic continues."
"Patients and providers in the U.S. now have access to a protein-based COVID-19 vaccine backed by data that have demonstrated efficacy, safety, and tolerability," said Karen Kotloff, M.D., Professor of Pediatrics, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Associate Director of Clinical Studies at the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health, COVID-19 Prevention Network co-lead for the PREVENT-19 trial. "Offering more vaccine technologies and options in our vaccination portfolio, including those built upon technologies that have been successfully used for years, will hopefully help to increase our country's vaccination rate."
The FDA EUA was based on data from the pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial, PREVENT-19, which enrolled approximately 30,000 participants aged 18 years and over in the U.S. and Mexico. In the trial, the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted demonstrated 90.4% efficacy (95% confidence interval [CI], 83.8% to 94.3%; P<0.001) with a reassuring safety profile. Among participants 18 through 64 years of age, solicited adverse reactions (AR) following administration of any dose of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted were injection site pain/tenderness (82.2%), fatigue/malaise (62.0%), muscle pain (54.1%), headache (52.9%), joint pain (25.4%), nausea/vomiting (15.6%), injection site redness (7.0%), injection site swelling (6.3%), and fever (6.0%). In participants 65 years of age or over, solicited ARs following administration of any dose of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted were injection site pain/tenderness (63.4%), fatigue/malaise (39.2%), muscle pain (30.2%), headache (29.2%), joint pain (15.4%), nausea/vomiting (7.3%), injection site swelling (5.3%), injection site redness (4.8%), and fever (2.0%).
Doses of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted were shipped from the Serum Institute of India Pvt. Ltd., the world's largest vaccine manufacturer by volume, and are now in the U.S. The next step for the vaccine is a policy recommendation for use from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Earlier this week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in collaboration with the Department of Defense, announced an agreement to secure an initial 3.2 million doses of the Novavax' COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted. These vaccine doses will be made available for free to states, jurisdictions, federal pharmacy partners, and federally qualified health centers.
In addition to the FDA EUA, the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine has received conditional authorization for use in individuals aged 18 and over from multiple regulatory agencies worldwide, including the European Commission (EC), and emergency use listing from the World Health Organization (WHO).
This project has been supported in part with federal funds from the Department of Health and Human Services; Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response; Biomedicdal Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), through the Department of Defense Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND) under contract #MCDC2011-001.
Use of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted in the U.S.
The Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted has not been approved or licensed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but has been authorized for emergency use by FDA, under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to provide a two-dose primary series to individuals 18 years of age and older to prevent Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
The emergency use of this product is only authorized for the duration of the declaration that circumstances exist justifying the authorization of emergency use of the medical product under Section 564(b)(1) of the FD&C Act unless the declaration is terminated or authorization revoked sooner.
Authorized Use
The Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted is authorized for use under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to provide a two-dose primary series for active immunization to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in individuals 18 years of age and older.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Contraindications
Do not administer the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted to individuals with a known history of a severe allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis) to any component of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted.
Warnings and Precautions
Management of Acute Allergic Reactions: Appropriate medical treatment to manage immediate allergic reactions must be immediately available in the event an acute anaphylactic reaction occurs following administration of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted. Monitor the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted recipients for the occurrence of immediate adverse reactions according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention guidelines.
Myocarditis and Pericarditis: Clinical trials data provide evidence for increased risks of myocarditis and pericarditis following administration of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted (see Full EUA Prescribing Information).
Syncope (fainting): May occur in association with administration of injectable vaccines. Procedures should be in place to avoid injury from fainting.
Altered Immunocompetence: Immunocompromised persons, including individuals receiving immunosuppressant therapy, may have a diminished immune response to the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted.
Limitations of Vaccine Effectiveness: The Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted may not protect all vaccine recipients.
Adverse Reactions
Adverse reactions reported in clinical trials following administration of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted include injection site pain/tenderness, fatigue/malaise, muscle pain, headache, joint pain, nausea/vomiting, injection site redness, injection site swelling, fever, chills, injection site pruritus, hypersensitivity reactions, lymphadenopathy-related reactions, myocarditis, and pericarditis.
Myocarditis, pericarditis, and anaphylaxis have been reported following administration of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted outside of clinical trials.
Additional adverse reactions, some of which may be serious, may become apparent with more widespread use of the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted.
Reporting Adverse Events and Vaccine Administration Errors
The vaccination provider enrolled in the federal COVID-19 Vaccination Program is responsible for mandatory reporting of the following to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS):
- vaccine administration errors whether or not associated with an adverse event,
- serious adverse events (irrespective of attribution to vaccination),
- cases of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS), and
- cases of COVID-19 that results in hospitalization or death.
Complete and submit reports to VAERS online: https://vaers.hhs.gov/reportevent.html. For further assistance with reporting to VAERS, call 1-800-822-7967. The reports should include the words "Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted EUA" in the description section of the report.
To the extent feasible, report adverse events to Novavax, Inc. using the following contact information or by providing a copy of the VAERS form to Novavax, Inc. Website: www.NovavaxMedInfo.com, Fax Number: 1-888-988-8809, Telephone Number: 1-844-NOVAVAX (1-844-668-2829).
Please click to see the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers Administering Vaccine (Vaccine Providers) and EUA Full Prescribing Information.
About NVX-CoV2373 (Novavax' COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted)
NVX-CoV2373 is a protein-based vaccine engineered from the genetic sequence of the first strain of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. The vaccine was created using Novavax' recombinant nanoparticle technology to generate antigen derived from the coronavirus spike (S) protein and is formulated with Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M™ adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies. NVX-CoV2373 contains purified protein antigen and can neither replicate, nor can it cause COVID-19.
NVX-CoV2373 is packaged as a ready-to-use liquid formulation in a vial containing ten doses. The vaccination regimen calls for two 0.5 ml doses (5 mcg antigen and 50 mcg Matrix-M adjuvant) given intramuscularly 21 days apart. The vaccine is stored at 2°- 8° Celsius, enabling the use of existing vaccine supply and cold chain channels. Use of the vaccine should be in accordance with official recommendations.
The PREVENT-19 trial of NVX-CoV2373 is being conducted with support from the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response at the HHS, and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health at HHS. BARDA is providing up to $1.75 billion under a Department of Defense agreement (# MCDC2011-001). The Department of Defense Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense is also providing funding of up to $45.7 million under a separate agreement. To date, the U.S. government has agreed to order 3.2 million doses of NVX-CoV2373 under these existing agreements should NVX-CoV2373 receive a recommendation from the CDC. Novavax and the U.S. government will determine the timing, pricing, and amounts for delivery of any additional NVX-CoV2373 doses. Novavax intends to pursue additional U.S. procurement of both NVX-CoV2373 doses and other potential formulations.
Novavax has established partnerships for the manufacture, commercialization and distribution of NVX-CoV2373 worldwide. Existing authorizations leverage Novavax' manufacturing partnership with Serum Institute of India, the world's largest vaccine manufacturer by volume. They will later be supplemented with data from additional manufacturing sites throughout Novavax' global supply chain.
About Matrix-M™ Adjuvant
Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M adjuvant has demonstrated a potent and well-tolerated effect by stimulating the entry of antigen-presenting cells into the injection site and enhancing antigen presentation in local lymph nodes, boosting immune response.
About Novavax
Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) is a biotechnology company that promotes improved health globally through the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative vaccines to prevent serious infectious diseases. The company's proprietary recombinant technology platform harnesses the power and speed of genetic engineering to efficiently produce highly immunogenic nanoparticles designed to address urgent global health needs. NVX-CoV2373, the company's COVID-19 vaccine, has received authorization from multiple regulatory authorities globally, including the U.S., EC and the WHO. The vaccine is currently under review by multiple regulatory agencies worldwide, including for additional indications and populations such as adolescents and as a booster. In addition to its COVID-19 vaccine, Novavax is also currently evaluating a COVID-seasonal influenza combination vaccine candidate in a Phase 1/2 clinical trial, which combines NVX-CoV2373 and NanoFlu*, its quadrivalent influenza investigational vaccine candidate, and is also evaluating an Omicron strain-based vaccine (NVX-CoV2515) as well as a bivalent Omicron-based / original strain-based vaccine. These vaccine candidates incorporate Novavax' proprietary saponin-based Matrix-M adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies.
For more information, visit www.novavax.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
*NanoFlu identifies a recombinant hemagglutinin (HA) protein nanoparticle influenza vaccine candidate produced by Novavax. This investigational candidate was evaluated during a controlled phase 3 trial conducted during the 2019-2020 influenza season.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements herein relating to the future of Novavax, its operating plans and prospects, its partnerships, the timing of clinical trial results, the ongoing development of NVX-CoV2373, including an Omicron strain based vaccine and bivalent Omicron-based / original strain based vaccine, a COVID-seasonal influenza investigational vaccine candidate, the scope, timing and outcome of future regulatory filings and actions, including a potential policy recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Novavax' plans to supplement existing authorizations with data from the additional manufacturing sites in Novavax' global supply chain, additional worldwide authorizations of NVX-CoV2373 for use in adults and adolescents, and as a booster, the potential impact and reach of Novavax and NVX-CoV2373 in addressing vaccine access, controlling the pandemic and protecting populations, the efficacy, safety and intended utilization of NVX-CoV2373, and expected administration of NVX-CoV2373 are forward-looking statements. Novavax cautions that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, challenges satisfying, alone or together with partners, various safety, efficacy, and product characterization requirements, including those related to process qualification and assay validation, necessary to satisfy applicable regulatory authorities; unanticipated challenges or delays in conducting clinical trials; difficulty obtaining scarce raw materials and supplies; resource constraints, including human capital and manufacturing capacity, on the ability of Novavax to pursue planned regulatory pathways; challenges meeting contractual requirements under agreements with multiple commercial, governmental, and other entities; and those other risk factors identified in the "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections of Novavax' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). We caution investors not to place considerable reliance on forward-looking statements contained in this press release. You are encouraged to read our filings with the SEC, available at www.sec.gov and www.novavax.com, for a discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date of this document, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any of the statements. Our business is subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, including those referenced above. Investors, potential investors, and others should give careful consideration to these risks and uncertainties.
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- In 2021, smart, self-healing technology in Florida helped avoid nearly 250,000 extended customer power outages, saving almost 17 million minutes of customer interruptions.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As Florida heads into another month of hurricane season and afternoon thunderstorms become more common, Duke Energy Florida's smart, self-healing technology continues to benefit customers during power outages.
Much like a GPS can reroute traffic during an accident, self-healing technology can automatically detect power outages and quickly reroute power to restore service faster or avoid the outage altogether.
Last year, this technology helped avoid nearly 250,000 extended customer power outages in Florida, saving almost 17 million minutes of total lost outage time.
"We are working hard to deliver electricity that is reliable, increasingly clean and more secure," said Duke Energy Florida state president Melissa Seixas. "We know that storms are increasing in frequency and intensity, so it's important that we take steps today to protect the grid from the impacts of severe weather and increase reliability for all our customers."
Currently, 53% of Duke Energy Florida customers are served by some form of self-healing or automated restoration technology, a 14% increase as compared to 2020.
Over the years, self-healing technology has provided tremendous benefit to Florida customers during times when Duke Energy experienced major outages on its system due to severe weather.
- Tropical Storm Collin – June 2016. More than 11,000 extended customer power outages avoided, saving over 2 million minutes of customer interruptions.
- Hurricane Hermine – September 2016. More than 27,000 extended customer power outages avoided, saving over 3 million minutes of customer interruptions.
- Hurricane Matthew – October 2016. More than 1,000 extended customer power outages avoided, saving over 159,000 minutes of customer interruptions.
- Hurricane Irma – September 2017. More than 12,000 extended customer power outages avoided, saving over 5 million minutes of customer interruptions.
- Hurricane Michael – October 2018. More than 10,000 extended customer power outages avoided, saving over 1.8 million minutes of customer interruptions.
- Hurricane Eta – November 2020. More than 13,000 extended customer power outages avoided, saving over 1.7 million minutes of customer interruptions.
- Tropical Storm Fred – August 2021. More than 5,000 extended customer power outages avoided, saving over 1.2 million minutes of customer interruptions.
In less than 10 years, Duke Energy Florida expects to have 80% of its customers served by some form of self-healing technology. Click here to view Duke Energy Florida's 2021 self-healing technology data by county.
Additionally, Duke Energy has reduced the average amount of time a customer experiences an outage by approximately 20% over the last five years, according to the System Average Interruption Duration Index (SAIDI), which indicates the amount of time the average customer experiences a sustained outage.
Over the next 10 years, Duke Energy Florida will continue to make strategic investments in strengthening its infrastructure, reducing outage times associated with extreme weather events, reducing restoration costs and improving overall service reliability.
Self-healing technology video.
Duke Energy Florida
Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, owns 10,300 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 1.9 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida.
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies. Its electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. The company employs 28,000 people.
Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business and at least a 50% carbon reduction from electric generation by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The 2050 net-zero goals also include Scope 2 and certain Scope 3 emissions. In addition, the company is investing in major electric grid enhancements and energy storage, and exploring zero-emission power generation technologies such as hydrogen and advanced nuclear.
Duke Energy was named to Fortune's 2022 "World's Most Admired Companies" list and Forbes' "America's Best Employers" list. More information is available at duke-energy.com. The Duke Energy News Center contains news releases, fact sheets, photos and videos. Duke Energy's illumination features stories about people, innovations, community topics and environmental issues. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
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LogiSense customers can now benefit from real-time visibility into usage-based customer analytics
CAMBRIDGE, ON, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - LogiSense today announced it has launched LogiSense Advanced Usage and Data Transformation for Salesforce on Salesforce AppExchange. LogiSense invites major XaaS, IoT, and communications companies to get the most out of their Salesforce and LogiSense investments with this innovative new app.
This LogiSense dashboard empowers customers with a real-time view of usage-based business and product models. The app works with both Salesforce Revenue Cloud and Salesforce Industries. Its sophisticated capabilities enable customers to generate revenue in a variety of ways. With LogiSense Advanced Usage and Data Transformation for Salesforce users can:
- visualize upsell and cross-sell opportunities based on usage profiles
- view customer consumption rates vs. plan/product
- see sources of leaking and untapped revenue
- increase customer lifetime value and retention
LogiSense Advanced Usage and Data Transformation for Salesforce provides insights from LogiSense's usage-based monetization and data-transformation platform. The ready recognition of developing trends facilitates effective go-to-market of consumption-based product models, including enterprise sharing and pooling, as well as draw-down models.
"This is a whole new level of customer visibility and sales enablement," says LogiSense CEO Adam Howatson. "LogiSense customers already have enhanced access to their usage-based product and service monetization. This new dashboard enables them to extend this visibility via meaningful, human consumable insight that can be acted upon in real-time within the native Salesforce experience."
"LogiSense Advanced Usage-Based Pricing and Data Transformation for Salesforce is a welcome addition to AppExchange," said Woodson Martin, GM of Salesforce AppExchange. "It powers digital transformation for customers by helping to monetize high complexity and high volume XaaS, IoT, and communications use cases."
LogiSense Advanced Usage-Based Pricing and Data Transformation – for Salesforce is currently available on AppExchange at
https://appexchange.salesforce.com/appxListingDetail?listingId=a0N3u00000PrpG6EAJ
About Salesforce AppExchange
Salesforce AppExchange, the world's leading enterprise cloud marketplace, empowers companies, developers and entrepreneurs to build, market and grow in entirely new ways. With more than 7,000 listings, 10 million customer installs and 117,000 peer reviews, AppExchange connects customers of all sizes and across industries to ready-to-install or customizable apps and Salesforce-certified consultants to solve any business challenge.
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LogiSense is a global leader in the usage-based monetization of digital, physical, or hybrid product models at scale. LogiSense enables organizations to bring innovative and competitive usage-based offerings to market in a timely and profitable manner. For more information, visit www.logisense.com
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NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE: TUP).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Tupperware between November 3, 2021 and May 3, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until August 15, 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, Tupperware Brands Corporation issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Tupperware was facing significant challenges in maintaining its earnings and sales performance; (ii) accordingly, Tupperware's full-year 2022 guidance was unrealistic and/or unsustainable; (iii) all the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to have a material negative impact on Tupperware's financial condition; 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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Florida health department advises against gender-affirming care for youth
By Alta Spells and Jen Christensen, CNN
The Florida Department of Health is advising against any gender-affirming care for children and adolescents in new guidelines that are contrary to direction from major medical associations and federal health officials.
According to the guidance, released Wednesday, children who identify as transgender or gender diverse shouldn’t be offered social transition care — the process in which a child or adolescent adopts a name, gender pronouns and clothing that match their gender identity — nor should they be offered puberty blockers, hormone therapy or gender reassignment surgery.
Gender reassignment surgery is a treatment not generally offered to children.
These guidelines do not apply to children “born with a genetically or biochemically verifiable disorder of sex development (DSD),” the department said. And despite its stance on gender-affirming care, the department encouraged “social support by peers and family” as well as counseling from a licensed provider.
The guidance on gender-affirming care comes as some states, including Texas and Alabama, have moved to restrict transgender youth health care rights. It also follows information released by the US Department of Health and Human Services in support of gender-affirming care for young people. The federal guidance has been available online since at least March.
Gender-affirming care is a supportive form of healthcare that consists of “medical, surgical, mental health, and non-medical services for transgender and nonbinary people,” according to HHS.
Major medical associations — including the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry — also agree that gender-affirming care is clinically appropriate for children and adults and can be life-saving.
The state health department, led by Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo, said its guidance was issued to “clarify evidence” contained in the federal government’s fact sheet. The agency went on to highlight a “lack of conclusive evidence, and the potential for long-term, irreversible effects” as driving factors for issuing the guidelines.
“The federal government’s medical establishment releasing guidance failing at the most basic level of academic rigor shows that this was never about health care,” said Ladapo in a news release. “It was about injecting political ideology into the health of our children. Children experiencing gender dysphoria should be supported by family and seek counseling, not pushed into an irreversible decision before they reach 18,” he said.
In recent months, Ladapo has faced notable controversy for his stances on Covid-19 vaccination and masking. Last month, under his advisement, Florida became the first state to break from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommendations that everyone aged 5 and older receive the Covid-19 vaccine. The health department instead issued guidance advising against vaccinating healthy children.
The ACLU called the state health department’s move “a desperate effort to sow lies and fear about transgender youth, their parents, and their health care,” in a Wednesday Twitter post. “Trans youth know who they are. We’re ready to do everything in our power to defend the fundamental rights of trans youth and their families.”
“The Florida Department of Health’s guidance is in direct opposition to the best practices of every major medical organization in the country. The demonization of life-saving, medically-necessary healthcare for transgender youth is dangerous and wrong,” the ACLU tweeted Wednesday.
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LAKE CITY, Fla., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- First Federal Bank announced in February that it would donate to sixty non-profit organizations over a period of 60 days. Founded in 1962, 2022 marks First Federal Bank's 60th anniversary of being a community bank. To celebrate, bank employees nominated local organizations and one winner was drawn each day for 60 days. $1000 was donated to each of the winners. On the 60th day, the non-profit drawn received a grand prize of $6000 to conclude the 60 days of giving. The grand prize winner was Advocates for Citizens with Disabilities in Lake City.
One of the recipients of the $1000 donation was the Ronald McDonald House Charities North Central Florida. "You truly make my heart leap for joy. Thank you for helping to keep our families close to their hospitalized children. It is a priceless gift to give. We are so honored to celebrate your 60th anniversary with you!" said Sherry Houston, Executive Director.
Giving is foundational to First Federal Bank's culture. It is one of the bank's differentiators and customers can experience the difference in each interaction. In 2021, employees donated a total of 3,000 hours of volunteer time and 55 local organizations benefitted from First Federal Way, a payroll deduction program in which employees contribute funds that are matched by the bank.
"The community impact has been tremendous; we have received photos and letters from the recipients sharing how our donation is helping them continue their mission," said John Medina, the bank's President and CEO. "With over 300 employee nominations, it is rewarding to see how much our staff cares about the communities we all call home."
To learn more about First Federal Bank and the non-profits who were awarded donations in honor of the 60th anniversary, visit https://www.ffbf.com/60-days-of-giving.
First Federal Bank is a community-based bank offering consumer and commercial banking solutions, services, and loans through banking offices in Florida's Panhandle, North Central and East Florida, and coastal South Carolina. Mortgage, SBA and USDA customers are served through lending offices across the Southeast and Midwest. First Federal is headquartered in Lake City, Florida with assets totaling over $3.6 billion. First Federal has received a "5-Star, Superior" financial rating from BauerFinancial, Inc., of Coral Gables, Fla. for more than two decades and was recognized by Newsweek as "Best Small Bank in Florida" in 2020 and 2021. For more information, visit www.ffbf.com.
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Stonehurst Place has earned the prestigious and coveted AAA Four Diamond designation three years in a row and is the only Atlanta Bed & Breakfast to receive the designation.
ATLANTA, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Award-winning Stonehurst Place, the most luxurious boutique hotel-style bed and breakfast in the South, has done it again: for three years running, they have retained their AAA Four Diamond Designation. Inclusion in the AAA Diamond Program requires passing an unannounced, objective evaluation of the premises completed by trained inspectors. Hotels must meet defined criteria that evaluates cleanliness, comfort, and hospitality.
AAA Diamond Designations provide discerning travellers the assurance that the accommodation they select meets rigorous standards. AAA hotel inspections include ATP surface testing, the same technology used to confirm cleanliness for both health care and food services. For each inspection, inspectors evaluate eight surfaces in randomly chosen guest rooms and bathrooms. Hotels are required to obtain or exceed a 75 percent pass rate to achieve the designation.
"Cleanliness is paramount to Stonehurst Place," said owner, Barb Shadomy. "When you stay at Stonehurst Place, you can be assured our spotless boutique hotel will exceed even the highest of expectations."
Stonehurst Place is a sustainable tourism accommodation and the cornerstone of Midtown, Atlanta. Established 126 years ago by George Burch Hinman as a home for his growing family, Stonehurst Place is now an art-filled inn with designer furnishings, gallery-quality art, contemporary décor and an approachable, easy atmosphere.
The stunning property features a main house and carriage house with eight unique, luxuriously appointed rooms, including five suites. An incredible gourmet breakfast featuring fresh, local ingredients is served daily and in-room massage services are available. Midtown Atlanta and all it has to offer, including fine dining, museums, gardens, and theatre, is merely steps away.
AAA Four Diamond designations, awarded to less that 6% of AAA-approved properties, are reserved for luxury accommodations that offer upscale amenities and quality hospitality. These hotels – including Stonehurst Place – are premier destinations for a romantic getaway.
"Stonehurst Place is a one-of-a-kind retreat favored by lovers from all around the world," continues Shadomy. "We cannot wait to host more couples to an intimate, comfortable stay at Stonehurst Place that marries cleanliness and Southern hospitality."
To learn more about Stonehurst Place and book your romantic getaway, visit https://www.stonehurstplace.com/
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Highlights
- Appian's claim against Sibanye in High Court of England and Wales follows previous notice of claim
- Appian seeks to recover the significant damages which have resulted from Sibanye's
- Refusal to close a transaction worth over US$1.2 billion to acquire two mines in Brazil; and
- Incorrect assertion that a material adverse effect had occurred at one of the mines
- Appian is seeking to recover its losses in full, and Sibanye's failure to close the transaction and incorrect public statements have materially damaged the market perception of Atlantic Nickel and Appian
LONDON, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Funds sponsored by Appian Capital Advisory LLP ("Appian" or the "Company") have filed a claim at the High Court of England and Wales seeking compensation from Sibanye-Stillwater Limited and its subsidiary Sibanye BM Brazil (Pty) Ltd (together, "Sibanye") for Sibanye's failure to close on a transaction, together with other associated material breaches. The claim relates to Sibanye's unlawful breach of two sale and purchase agreements ("SPAs") for its acquisition of Brazilian mining companies Atlantic Nickel and Mineração Vale Verde from Appian, and follows the notice of claim served by the Company on Sibanye on 16 February 2022.
Sibanye's termination was based on the incorrect assertion that a geotechnical instability at Atlantic Nickel's Santa Rita mine constituted a material adverse effect ("MAE") under the terms of the relevant SPA. In reality, the event, which Sibanye had previously assessed as an occurrence "to be anticipated in mature mining operations", had minimal impact on the mine. Appian considers that Sibanye has improperly relied on the event to avoid its legal obligations and that Sibanye wished to terminate the SPAs for commercial reasons unrelated to the geotechnical event. Despite repeated requests, Sibanye has failed to provide Appian with any contemporaneous evidence to support its alleged assessment that the geotechnical instability amounted to an MAE prior to its refusal to close under the SPAs.
Sibanye's failure to close the transaction and incorrect public statements in relation to the Santa Rita mine have materially damaged the market perception of Atlantic Nickel and Appian. Through these proceedings, the Company is seeking to recover its losses in full.
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Breeze enables Oregon agents and sellers to easily and accurately prepare and send disclosures
SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SkySlope, the leader in real estate transaction software, has launched Breeze, an all-around simple and streamlined application making Oregon Real Estate Forms (OREF) disclosures easy for Oregon agents and sellers to complete.
Since 2011, SkySlope has enabled brokers, agents, auditors, and transaction coordinators to track their deals while remaining compliant. Equipped with forms and a digital signature tool, SkySlope provides a frictionless workflow that saves time for agents. As the transaction management platform serving 35 percent of the top 20 largest brokerages in the U.S. and Canada, SkySlope is known for its award-winning customer experience.
With the launch of Breeze, SkySlope gives agents the ability to prepare and send disclosures like the Oregon's Seller's Property Disclosure Statement (Form 020) at lightning speed.
Breeze requires minimal preparation for agents to prepare and send disclosures to their clients in minutes, from anywhere. For home sellers, Breeze's TurboTax-style workflow helps simplify complicated and confusing disclosure forms—getting them completed quickly and with more confidence and accuracy.
- Streamlined disclosure preparation equipped with MLS data sync
- Status visibility, notifications, and easy revision requests
- Simple guided workflows with helpful tips for consumers
- Equipped with SkySlope DigiSign for free and unlimited digital signatures
- Seamlessly integrated with SkySlope's suite of products
"Breeze is truly a one-stop-shop for faster disclosures," says Diana Costas of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty. "The guided workflow helps clients complete disclosures quickly and accurately and our agents can easily prepare disclosures, request signatures, and submit forms for compliance review."
"Disclosures are a common pain point for both agents and sellers," explains SkySlope CEO, Tyler Smith. "We're excited to launch a solution that takes a complicated process and makes it effortless for REALTORS® and home sellers."
Breeze is currently available in several states and will be launching in additional states in 2022. For more information about Breeze please visit breeze.skyslope.com.
Established in 2011, SkySlope is a comprehensive transaction management platform for brokers, agents, auditors, and transaction coordinators to manage real estate transactions from anywhere at any time. In 2021, over 300,000 users across 8,000 offices used SkySlope to manage 2.25M transactions. SkySlope provides digital transaction management and services to help agents and brokers be more efficient and compliant. From automation to integrations, SkySlope's vision is to keep agents and brokers connected to the customer forever. For more information about SkySlope, visit www.skyslope.com.
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Impressive Growth Pushed Ivy.ai to No. 1,213 on Prestigious List
BOULDER, Colo., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ivy.ai, an enterprise chatbot and live chat platform for higher education institutions, today announced the company is No. 1,213 on the annual Inc. 5000 list — a prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
"Our employees are really what set us apart and allow us to continue growing year after year, and this designation is really a testament to their hard work," said Mark McNasby, Ivy.ai co-founder and CEO. "They have helped us produce a product that adds significant value in the higher education market, while also providing the amazing customer support that is essential to our mission as a company."
According to Inc., making it onto the 2022 Inc. 5000 is particularly notable given the many challenges of the past year, including supply chain woes, labor shortages and the ongoing impact of COVID-19. The organizations on the list also contributed significantly to the economy. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144%. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in light of recent economic roadblocks cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor in chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work and rising to the challenges of today."
McNasby is likewise excited that Ivy.ai has weathered the past year's challenges so effectively and looks forward to achieving even more in the years ahead.
"No one makes the Inc. 5000 without building something great from scratch. Ivy is signaling the world that we're in it to win it," McNasby said. "Being on this list is one of the highest honors in business, but it isn't the end of our entrepreneurial journey. We see this as just another milestone on the way to further success."
Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018-2021. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
Ivy.ai is more than a chatbot; it's an AI-powered platform that scales communications. As the leading provider of conversational, artificially intelligent chatbots for higher education, healthcare and government, Ivy.ai's rich feature set expands access to information, reduces staff workload and increases operational efficiency by providing 24/7, multichannel support. Ivy.ai deploys state-of-the-art chatbots that leverage natural language processing (NLP) to go beyond basic support, delivering a personalized experience for each user. Ivy.ai also enhances human intervention with AI-powered tools such as Live Chat, SMS Text, Analytics and more. More information is available at https://ivy.ai/.
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Court: California’s under-21 gun sales ban unconstitutional
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A U.S. appeals court ruled Wednesday that California’s ban on the sale of semiautomatic weapons to adults under 21 is unconstitutional.
In a 2-1 ruling, a panel of the San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said Wednesday the law violates the 2nd Amendment right to bear arms and a San Diego judge should have blocked what it called “an almost total ban on semiautomatic centerfire rifles” for young adults.
“America would not exist without the heroism of the young adults who fought and died in our revolutionary army,” Judge Ryan Nelson wrote. “Today we reaffirm that our Constitution still protects the right that enabled their sacrifice: the right of young adults to keep and bear arms.”
The Firearms Policy Coalition, which brought the case, says the ruling makes them optimistic other age-based gun bans will be overturned.
Attorney General Rob Bonta did not immediately comment.
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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Macro S.A. (NYSE: BMA; BYMA: BMA) ("Banco Macro" or "BMA" or the "Bank") announced today its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022 ("2Q22"). All figures are in Argentine pesos (Ps.) and have been restated in terms of the measuring unit current at the end of the reporting period. As of 1Q20, the Bank began reporting results applying Hyperinflation Accounting, in accordance with IFRS IAS 29 as established by the Central Bank. For ease of comparison, figures of previous quarters of 2021 have been restated applying IAS 29 to reflect the accumulated effect of the inflation adjustment for each period through June 30, 2022.
- The Bank's net income totaled Ps.4.1 billion in 2Q22. This result was 41% lower than the Ps.7 billion posted in 1Q22 and 45% lower than the result registered in 2Q21. As of 2Q22, the accumulated annualized return on average equity ("ROAE") and the accumulated annualized return on average assets ("ROAA") were 7.1% and 1.7%, respectively.
- In 2Q22 Net Operating Income (before G&A and personnel expenses) totaled Ps.81.3 billion, 8% or Ps.6 billion higher than in 1Q22 and 26% or Ps.16.6 billion higher than the same period of last year.
- In 2Q22 Operating Income (after G&A and personnel expenses) totaled Ps.44.5 billion, 4% or Ps.1.6 billion higher than in 1Q22 and 39% or Ps.12.6 billion higher than the same period of last year.
- In 2Q22, Banco Macro's financing to the private sector increased 2% or Ps.9.9 billion quarter over quarter ("QoQ") totaling Ps.446 billion and increased 2% or Ps.6.9 billion year over year ("YoY").
- In 2Q22, Banco Macro's total deposits increased 8% or Ps.63.4 billion QoQ, totaling Ps.858.2 billion and representing 83% of the Bank's total liabilities. Private sector deposits increased 10% or Ps.72.1 billion YoY.
- Banco Macro continued showing a strong solvency ratio, with an excess capital of Ps.284.3 billion, 40.5% regulatory capital ratio – Basel III and 35.9% Tier 1 Ratio. In addition, the Bank's liquid assets remained at an adequate level, reaching 90% of its total deposits in 2Q22.
- In 2Q22, the Bank's non-performing to total financing ratio was 1.25% and the coverage ratio reached 159.71%.
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ALBANY — The Dougherty County Commission has a short list of agenda items to tackle on Monday, but among them are two of a consequential nature: the annual budget and the five-year list of millions of dollars in sales tax projects.
On Monday, staff is scheduled to present the proposed 2022-2023 spending plan for county government. Commissioners also will discuss the capital spending projects proposed for the special-purpose local-option sales tax.
One big item in the annual budget is employee pay raises, and commissioners are awaiting the results of a pay study before penciling in numbers for a boost in salaries for workers.
“The pay study results would be in by the end of the month or already in and being analyzed by staff,” Commissioner Russell Gray, a member of the Finance Committee, said. “We’re prepared for that, and we’ll fit it in.”
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NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Unity Software Inc. (NYSE: U).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Unity between March 5, 2021 and May 10, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until September 6, 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, Unity Software Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) deficiencies in Unity's product platform reduced the accuracy of the Company's machine learning technology; (ii) the foregoing was likely to have a material negative impact on the Company's revenues; (iii) accordingly, Unity had overstated the Company's commercial and/or financial prospects for 2022; (iv) as a result, the Company was likely to have to reduce its fiscal 2022 guidance; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
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Man to eat Taco Bell for 30 days to find if fast food can be healthy
LEXINGTON, Va. (WDBJ) - A Virginia man plans to eat all three of his daily meals at Taco Bell for 30 days to see if fast food can be good for you.
Sam Reid, a content creator and University of Virginia graduate, is gearing up for a “super-sized” task beginning this Sunday. In 2016, the athlete-turned-filmmaker read an article claiming that Taco Bell was one of the healthiest fast food restaurants.
“I am setting out to eat 30 days straight of nothing but Taco Bell in an attempt to see if I can actually become healthier while doing it,” he said. “I’ll do three meals a day, so a total of 90 meals, and I am going to abide by the rule that during the month I have to eat every single item on the menu at least once.”
Through his experiment, Reid is trying to find out if fast food can actually help you “Live Mas.” He wants to change the way people talk about food, WDBJ reports.
“My hypothesis is that healthy fast food can actually help you become healthier,” he said. “I don’t think it’s so much about the type of food or the brand of food, but it’s about making healthy and informed choices when we eat.”
Reid will visit multiple doctors during the experiment to track his health.
“The things that I’m measuring aren’t just weight. I’m actually measuring percent body fat, cholesterol, sodium, blood pressure, and I’ll be doing some fitness tests as well to see if I can maintain my level of physical fitness,” he said.
Reid put together a Kickstarter campaign to fund his effort and will turn the entire experience into an internet documentary this fall.
“I think a lot of people focus on a couple numbers like weight, calories in, calories out, feeling like they need to earn the food that they eat. The goal is to start a conversation about having a healthy relationship with our food,” he said. “I hope that normalizes the way we talk about food, and I think that would be really beneficial for people to not demonize what they eat or glorify looking a certain way.”
The experiment will get underway July 24 and conclude August 22.
If his Kickstarter reaches $1,500, Reid will end his 30-day challenge at the Flagship Taco Bell Cantina on the Las Vegas Strip.
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Multi-project agreement involves engineering of anaerobic species, a critical component for microbiome medicines
SAN DIEGO and BOSTON, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Persephone Biosciences Inc., a synthetic biology company reimagining patient and infant health, and Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA), the leading horizontal platform for cell programming, today announced a collaboration to develop a novel therapeutics based on the bacterial genus Bacteroides.
Bacteroides species are among the most common members of the microbiota of animals, especially in the gastrointestinal tract, and are likely a useful tool for stable and long-term delivery of microbial medicines. Unlike many other gut microbes, Bacteroides have been shown to be a good candidate for genetic engineering. Persephone is pioneering the use of synthetic biology for the development of microbial products that impact patient and infant health, which requires the ability to engineer Bacteroides strains for therapeutic applications. This demands a set of reliable and generalizable genetic tools for rapid Bacteroides engineering to optimize therapeutic properties. Ginkgo and Persephone will collaborate on the design and synthesis of such a toolkit as well as the development of novel microbial therapeutic using such tool kit.
"We love supporting early-stage biotechs like Persephone to accelerate groundbreaking and meaningful work at its very genesis," said Jason Kelly, co-founder and CEO of Ginkgo Bioworks. "The microbial medicines space is one we are deeply committed to, and we look forward to further developing our anaerobic engineering capability to help foster the next-generation treatments Persephone is developing."
"This collaboration not only provides Persephone with critical engineering capabilities, but also sets the stage for us to further partner with Ginkgo, and access its platform's scale, on additional future projects," said Stephanie Culler, co-founder and CEO of Persephone Biosciences. "We believe Ginkgo's scalability provides us with the opportunity to de-risk and accelerate our programs, which in turn could enable us to improve patient outcomes faster."
About Persephone Biosciences
Persephone is pioneering the use of synthetic biology for the development of microbial products that impact patient and infant health. Persephone is building an end-to-end platform to industrialize the development of engineered cells that restore health to damaged human ecosystems. The company was founded in the summer of 2017 by synthetic and metabolic engineering pioneers, Stephanie Culler PhD, and Steve Van Dien PhD. For more information, visit www.persephonebiosciences.com.
About Ginkgo Bioworks
Ginkgo is building a platform to enable customers to program cells as easily as we can program computers. The company's platform is enabling biotechnology applications across diverse markets, from food and agriculture to industrial chemicals to pharmaceuticals. Ginkgo has also actively supported a number of COVID-19 response efforts, including K-12 pooled testing, vaccine manufacturing optimization and therapeutics discovery. For more information, visit www.ginkgobioworks.com.
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17-year-old shark bite victim taking first steps after surgery, continuing recovery
TAYLOR COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV/Gray News) - A 17-year-old girl who was bitten by a shark at Keaton Beach last week has a long road to recovery, but her family says she is in good spirits and making progress in her recovery.
According to Taylor County deputies, 17-year-old Addison Bethea was scalloping near Big Grassy Island when the incident happened on June 30. The family said the shark bit her multiple times and would not let loose.
Her brother and firefighter Rhett Willingham fought off the shark and likely saved her life, according to a release from Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare.
WCTV reports Rhett put a tourniquet on Bethea’s leg to minimize blood loss from the massive injury and kept her awake. Once the boat returned to Keaton Beach, the 17-year-old was flown to Tallahassee Memorial for emergency surgeries.
Since the shark bite, Bethea’s family said she has been through three surgeries and everything has gone well.
They said the doctors were able to perform an above-the-knee amputation in the latest operation while saving tissue in the lower leg.
“Dr. DeRosier, Dr. Hutchinson, and the medical staff can’t get enough praise from us for the wonderful care of our baby girl,” Bethea’s mother, Michelle Murphy, said.
Earlier this week, Murphy told WCTV that her daughter is expected to be moved to recovery and later back to her room.
“Please keep her and all of us in your prayers,” Murphy said.
Bethea’s family shared an inspirational video of her taking her first steps after surgery. The 17-year-old can be seen using a walker while taking steps down a hospital hallway.
The family has started a GoFundMe for Bethea’s medical expenses. They said they are thankful for what they have already received in support from the community.
Tyler Bowling, a program manager for the Florida Museum’s International Shark Attack File, said the incident remains under investigation but this was the first shark bite recorded in Taylor County.
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Mackie to Focus on Expanding Tishman Speyer's Reach Beyond China and India
NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tishman Speyer CEO Rob Speyer today announced the appointment of industry veteran Graham Mackie to lead the firm's expansion strategy across the Asia Pacific region. As a Managing Director based in Singapore, Mackie will focus on acquisition and business development opportunities outside of China and India.
"We are pleased to welcome Graham to help drive our expansion into the Asia Pacific region's most dynamic urban markets outside of China and India," said Rob Speyer. "Over the years, Graham has cultivated strong relationships and built a track record of successful investing in a range of asset classes in cities such as Singapore, Tokyo and Sydney."
"I am thrilled to join Tishman Speyer, one of the world's most recognized and esteemed international developers," said Graham Mackie. "Tishman Speyer has earned a sterling reputation in both China and India for its portfolio of innovation-focused, mixed-use developments. I look forward to building on that foundation as we expand into additional Asian markets."
Mackie joins Tishman Speyer with nearly two decades of experience in real estate investment, finance, fund management and development with a specific focus on the Asia Pacific region. Mackie spent the past 14 years at UBS Asset Management, most recently serving as head of Asia Pacific real estate. During his tenure, he managed more than $18 billion of real estate assets across Japan, Australia and Singapore.
Mackie started his career at AXA Real Estate Investment Managers. He holds a Master Degree of Business Management from University of St. Andrew in the United Kingdom and Diplome de Commerce from Ecole Superieure du Commerce, Amiens in France.
Tishman Speyer has been active in China for well over a decade. Its portfolio of existing assets and development projects encompasses 19.4 million SF. Major developments include The Springs in Shanghai, which will feature 10 million SF of offices, residences, hotels, restaurants, retail, entertainment and cultural venues, and Chang'an Mills, a former Beijing manufacturing plant that has been transformed into a vibrant mixed-use office and retail campus, which served as a backdrop to the 2022 Winter Olympics.
Tishman Speyer has developed 5.2 million SF of mixed-used projects in India since 2006 including WaveRock, a 2.5 million-SF sustainable office campus in Hyderabad.
The firm also recently established regional offices in Seoul and Tokyo.
About Tishman Speyer (tishmanspeyer.com)
Tishman Speyer is a leading owner, developer, operator and investment manager of top-tier real estate in 32 key markets across the United States, Europe, Asia and Latin America. We develop, build and manage premier office, residential, industrial, and retail spaces for industry-leading customers, as well as state-of-the-art life science centers through our Breakthrough Properties venture. With global vision, on-the-ground expertise and a personalized approach, we are unparalleled in our ability to foster innovation, quickly adapt to global and local trends and proactively anticipate our customers' evolving needs. By focusing on health and wellness, enlightened placemaking and customer-focused initiatives such as our tenant amenities platform, ZO., and our flexible space and co-working brand, Studio, we tend not just to our physical buildings, but to the people who inhabit them on a daily basis. Since our inception in 1978, Tishman Speyer has acquired, developed, and operated 505 properties, totaling 218 million SF, with a combined value of over $124 billion (U.S.). Our current portfolio includes such iconic assets as Rockefeller Center in New York City, The Springs in Shanghai, TaunusTurm in Frankfurt and the Mission Rock neighborhood currently being realized in San Francisco.
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Attorney Edward Gilbert sues attorney for defamation in McKinley pizza discipline dispute
The unconventional discipline of a former McKinley High School football player last year involving a pepperoni pizza has spawned its third lawsuit.
Akron attorney Edward Gilbert, who represents the player and his family, is suing attorney Peter Pattakos and the Pattakos Law Firm, alleging defamation over statements Pattakos and his firm have made over the past year in a case that drew international attention. The case has been assigned to Stark County Common Pleas Judge Natalie Haupt.
More on the McKinley pizza incident:See the video of the events that led to Canton McKinley football coaches being fired
Pattakos, an attorney since 2007, represents former McKinley head football coach Marcus Wattley and former assistant coaches Marcus Wattley, Frank McLeod, Zachary Sweat, Romero Harris, Cade Brodie and Tyler Thatcher in a separate defamation suit they filed in July 2021 against Gilbert, the player, the player’s father Kenny Walker, and former assistant coach Josh Grimsley. The lawsuit also had been filed against the Canton City school board and the district’s superintendent but Judge Haupt dismissed them from the case in January. A jury trial is set for Sept. 19.
A third related lawsuit also involves the two attorneys. Gilbert, representing the player and the player’s parents, filed a federal civil rights lawsuit in December against the Canton City school district, school officials and the former coaches, most of whom are being represented by Pattakos and his law firm.
What is Edward Gilbert accusing Peter Pattakos of saying?
In the most recent defamation lawsuit, which was filed in June, attorney Walter T. Madison is representing Gilbert, who has been an attorney in Akron for 42 years. He accuses Pattakos and his Fairlawn law firm of making statements that were so “inherently malicious and defamatory” that they have tarnished Gilbert’s professional reputation and have subjected him to public hatred, ridicule and contempt. He is seeking monetary compensation for damages, attorney fees and other relief.
The four-page complaint takes issue with various statements that Pattakos has made since June 2021, following a press conference Gilbert hosted with the player’s father and uncle to announce their intentions to sue the coaches and the Canton City School District for alleged violations the then-17-year-old student’s constitutional rights during a workout on May 24, 2021.
They accused the football coaches of forcing the player to eat a pepperoni pizza against his religious beliefs as punishment for missing a voluntary strengthening and conditioning practice.
Gilbert had said Wattley allowed the player to remove the pepperoni and some of the cheese from the pizza, but residue from the pork clearly remained. The player’s Hebrew Israelite religious beliefs forbid the consumption of pork or pork residue. Gilbert said the player understood that his playing status on the team was in jeopardy if he refused to eat the pizza.
Pattakos and the coaches have since denied that they forced the player to eat anything and have denied knowing about his religious belief that prevented him from eating pork. They have insisted the punishment was a lesson as the coaches were trying to rescue a troubled player whose off-the-field behavior was negatively influencing his teammates and jeopardized his future as a Division I college athlete.
In the lawsuit, Madison claims some of Pattakos’ untrue statements include: Pattakos claiming that Gilbert fabricated aspects of the player’s story, that Gilbert was “out to make a quick buck,” was not looking for the “truth or wellbeing” of his clients and was attempting to and had “exploited” his clients and that Gilbert had promoted untruths and misrepresented his clients.
Madison also said that Pattakos’ defamation lawsuit that names Gilbert in his personal capacity was a baseless complaint and an effort to harass, annoy and embarrass Gilbert. He is asking the judge to label Pattakos and his firm as frivolous litigators.
Gilbert has declined further comment.
What does Peter Pattakos say about the lawsuit?
Pattakos expects the lawsuit to be dismissed soon. He said the identified statements in the complaint are either true or constitutionally protected statements of opinion.
“We view his filing of this lawsuit as a desperate effort to interfere with the pending defamation case against him and avoid accountability for his own destructive lies against Marcus Wattley and the members of his coaching staff at McKinley,” Pattakos said.
Pattakos noted that Judge Haupt has denied Madison’s request to consolidate the new lawsuit with the coaches’ defamation case against Gilbert.
Haupt’s order states she denied merging the cases because it likely would further delay the first defamation case that was filed a year ago, would likely create jury confusion and the statements at issue and the parties involved are different in the two cases.
She also questioned why Gilbert waited until now to file the defamation lawsuit and seek consolidation of the cases, considering the statements began in June 2021.
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Winter Olympic medalist returns to Driggs
IDAHO FALLS (Idaho) KIFI - Teton Valley is preparing a warm homecoming event for a local Olympian.
Silver medalist, Jaelin Kauf, will be back in Driggs on April 8th. Kauff recently took home the silver medal in the women's freestyle mogul, during the Winter Olympics in Bejing.
The community is planning a parade in her honor on Friday. The parade will lap around schools in Driggs, starting at the school district office and ending at the elementary school.
Then at 3:30 p.m. Kauf, along with other public leaders and educators, will give a speech at the Driggs City Plazza.
On Sunday, during the closing weekend of Grand Targee, Kauf will participate in a mass ski lap from the top of Dream Catcher.
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon is expected to be in attendance.
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DALLAS, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A potential treatment for listeriosis has been found to be promising in Praedicare's hollow fiber preclinical model of the disease, caused by the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. Listeriosis has been in the news recently as the bacteria was found in some ice cream and a vegan egg product which were sold to the general public. Listeriosis poses an elevated threat to the susceptible population that is immunocompromised or pregnant.
Crestone, Inc. has been developing a novel inhibitor of bacterial DNA replication, CRS0540, which is active against Listeria monocytogenes and other Gram-positive bacteria, including resistant strains. Praedicare, Inc. has developed a dynamic hollow fiber preclinical model for the disseminated bacteria inside human cells and then tested CRS0540 at concentration versus time profiles expected in patients. Crestone, Inc. and Praedicare Inc. today have announced a publication of the results in a joint publication entitled "Potency of the novel PolC DNA polymerase inhibitor CRS0540 in a disseminated Listeria monocytogenes intracellular hollow-fibre model" in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy.
The authors found that CRS0540 demonstrated dose-dependent potency. At sufficient doses, the drug candidate also shut off the bacteria's ability to develop resistance to CRS0540, a major advantage given the current scourge of antimicrobial resistance. One other advantage was that unlike other treatments currently employed for listeriosis, CRS0540 was demonstrated to achieve more than thirty-fold higher concentrations inside infected human cells than outside. Simulations were then used to identify and predict human doses that would be effective in eradicating the disseminated listeria from the infected cells while minimizing antimicrobial resistance. The authors wrote that CRS0540 is one of the first new compounds in development for the treatment of listeriosis in several decades.
"Antibiotics with a novel mode of action and a good safety profile are essential to address the silent pandemic of antimicrobial resistance" said Urs Ochsner, PhD, co-Founder, Vice President of R&D and CEO at Crestone. "CRS0540 dosed orally has already demonstrated efficacy in various animal models of infection caused by drug-resistant staphylococci and streptococci, and now in a hollow fiber model of intracellular Listeria infection."
Tawanda Gumbo, President and CEO of Praedicare Inc. stated that with such impressive efficacy, further studies of CRS0540 were warranted and that "the results also demonstrate that new compounds can be tested rapidly in this preclinical model for sporadic as well as emergent infectious diseases, which can then be immediately translated to clinical scenarios."
This project has been funded in whole or in part with federal funds from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Contract No. 75N93020C00020.
CRS0540 is a mechanistically novel oral/IV antibacterial drug candidate that is intended for treatment of infections caused by antibiotic-resistant pathogens such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), penicillin-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae (PRSP), macrolide-resistant Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A strep) and vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE), as well as treatment of food-borne illness caused by Listeria monocytogenes. CRS0540 derives from a series of thiadiazole urea compounds that exhibit potent inhibition of PolC, the catalytic subunit of the replicative DNA polymerase in Gram-positive bacteria. As a novel mechanism-of-action agent, CRS0540 has shown activity against all clinically relevant antibiotic-resistant Gram-positive pathogens.
Boulder, Colorado-based Crestone, Inc. is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on inventing and developing novel-mechanism-of-action small molecule drugs for serious bacterial infections. The active pipeline includes antibacterial agents to treat Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), resistant Gram-positive infections (MRSA, PRSP, and VRE), and chronic infections such as nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) disease. For more information please visit: https://www.crestonepharma.com
Praedicare Inc. is an end-to-end drug development company, from drug discovery, through preclinical work, to phase IV clinical trials. Praedicare uses preclinical wet lab models mathematically mapped to patients for quantitative prediction of clinical trial outcomes for clinical trial design, significantly reducing clients' risk, time, and costs of developing safe and effective new drugs. For more information please visit: https://praedicareinc.com/
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Award recognizes Abarca's new financial model, Assura
AVENTURA, Fla., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Abarca, a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) that is transforming the industry with a new approach to drug trend management and business practices, has been awarded the 2022 PBMI Excellence Award for Assura, the company's innovative financial solution, from the Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute.
"Assura gives health plans the ability to manage and predict drug spend in an increasingly volatile market," said Jason Borschow, president and CEO of Abarca. "It's time PBMs act like true partners and help protect clients from runaway costs."
Through Assura, Abarca guarantees the net cost of drugs, including specialty medications, by offering a fixed, per-script cost for a plan's entire population. The guarantee is adjusted annually based on drug benefit coverage changes. Assura is designed to protect plans from the most common sources of cost increases, including drug mix and inflation, but it goes a step further by:
- Promoting biosimilars through formulary management
- Deploying targeted step therapies to drive utilization of low-cost generics first for both traditional categories as well as categories that are not typically managed in this way
- Optimizing coverage "pathways" for autoimmune drugs
- Deploying limited and preferred pharmacy networks
By implementing Assura, a commercial health plan serving more than 250,000 lives was able to make its drug spend more predictable and manageable in under one year. Previously, the plan was experiencing volatility in its overall drug spend, driven by unexpected specialty drug utilization. With Assura, the plan saw improved trend, greater predictability, and decreased administrative burden.
"We applaud Abarca's innovation in cost containment and the introduction of Assura," said Brian Haug, executive director of the Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute. "Cost management is one of the most critical services offered by PBMs, and this forward-thinking model is a perfect example of the type of solutions the industry should be delivering."
A recent third-party evaluation, conducted by an independent healthcare consulting firm, concluded that Assura's methodology was appropriate and worked as promised—affirming that it offers predictability and a straightforward reconciliation process.
Since 2016, the PBMI Excellence Awards have recognized organizations for groundbreaking strategies addressing several challenges within the healthcare industry. The winning organizations are being recognized for developing best-in-class strategies to address the challenges of drug cost management, quality improvement, and care management strategies. All submissions were reviewed and scored by an evaluation panel, then further ranked based on their contribution to improving outcomes and processes.
Learn more about Abarca's innovative new financial solution, Assura.
Abarca is igniting a revolution in healthcare. It started by redefining pharmacy benefits, but this is just the beginning. It is built on the belief that there is a better way for people and companies to work together, connect with each other, and make healthcare seamless and personalized for everyone. With smarter technology and a straightforward approach to business, Abarca provides a much better experience and higher value for payers and consumers. For over a decade, they have challenged many industry conventions and trampled on a few. So, call them a PBM for discussion purposes, but they are unlike any other company out there. Join the revolution at abarcahealth.com.
The Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute (PBMI) is the nation's leading provider of education and research that informs, advises, and influences the industry on drug cost management. PBMI insights enable evidence-based, actionable decision making in a complex and evolving pharmaceuticals marketplace. PBMI is a brand of MJH Life Sciences, the largest privately held, independent, full-service medical media company in the United States dedicated to delivering trusted health care news across multiple channels.
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Which stand and sit stroller is best?
The thought of navigating two separate strollers or double strollers side by side can be daunting and exhausting if you have multiple children. However, buying a costly double stroller isn’t the most financially friendly decision. Even so, if your older child is still unable to walk longer distances without needing to be carried, some sort of middle ground must be found.
Luckily, there are plenty of quality stand and sit strollers, like the Baby Trend Sit N Stand Ultra Tandem Stroller, which helps make life easier for everyone involved.
What to know before you buy a stand and sit stroller
Usage
While a stand and sit stroller is an excellent tool to help keep your children comfortable while shopping or out on a walk, it’s not recommended to use it while you exercise. This is because the safety measures were designed to maximize security when your child is sitting or standing when you are at a walking pace. Additionally, many of these strollers have limited maneuverability on rough terrains, like gravel, sand and grass.
The lightweight stand and sit stroller design also means that if you try jogging with them, it’s likely they’ll tip over, due to the higher speeds. If you plan on getting in a cardio workout with your infant and toddler, it’s best to use a quality jogging stroller instead.
Weight
While they may be slightly heavier than traditional products, a stand and sit stroller can weigh as little as 23 pounds, making it easy to use and pack away.
Consider the distance you’ll be walking with a small infant and older toddler in two in addition to the weight of the stroller itself. At the end of the day, your arms will thank you for a lighter load.
Kids grow at an alarming rate. To avoid purchasing a new stroller every few months, and check the maximum weight it can carry. Typically, you’ll find that most strollers can hold between 80-100 pounds.
Standing option
It’s good to note that if you only have one child, they should be at a minimum of 2 and a half years old before they start using the standing option. However, kids don’t develop at the same rate, so the best practice is to use your intuition to determine when it’s safe for them to start standing.
Compatibility
Newborns require a fully reclining seat, so it’s not a bad idea to search for a stand and sit stroller that’s compatible with your current car seat. However, once your child can support their head, you won’t have to worry about going with a stroller that doesn’t allow for a full recline.
What to look for in a quality stand and sit stroller
Safety
Arguably, the most important safety feature of a stand and sit stroller is that it has a five-point harness. While some may have less than five points, it’s best not to choose one that goes below three points.
Where safety is concerned, more is always better. That last thing you want is for your stroller to hit a bump in the road and your child take an accidental tumble.
Storage and canopy
The best stand and sit strollers all have ample storage space to carry any diaper bags, picnic items or toys. They’ll also feature separate compartments dedicated to storing adult’s phones, keys and other essentials.
Getting a tan while being pushed around sounds like an ideal vacation for some, but it’s not the best for infants and toddlers. Ensure that the stand and sit stroller you choose has a canopy that provides enough protection and shade so your child can sleep peacefully.
Designated handles
While securing your infant in the seat is important, the best strollers also feature ergonomic handles so your toddler can hold steady on your walks. While a designated handle isn’t a requirement, it often means that your child can safely hold onto the stroller instead of your arms.
How much you can expect to spend on a stand and sit stroller
Depending on the model, you can expect to spend between $100-$300 on a quality stand and sit stroller.
Stand and sit strollers FAQ
Can I go jogging with a stand and sit stroller?
A. Most stand and sit strollers are not optimized or meant for exercise or off-road activities. If you plan on exercising with your child, it’s recommended to purchase a separate jogging stroller once your baby is at least 3 months old or when they can support their head.
Can my newborn use a stand and sit stroller?
A. Using a stroller is essential to not only the parent’s wellbeing but also for the child. However, newborns can’t hold their head up themselves, so if you get a stand and sit stroller, it must be able to recline or have the ability to attach to a bassinet. Typically, stand and sit strollers aren’t appropriate for children under 6 months of age.
What are the best stand and sit strollers to buy?
Top stand and sit stroller
Joovy Caboose Too Ultralight Graphite Tandem Stroller
What you need to know: Joovy presents an ultralight stand and sit stroller that’s safe, easy to fold and perfect for travel.
What you’ll love: Joovy designed this stroller with safety and comfort for children and parents in mind. It features a five-point harness for security, and it reclines far back enough for your kids to enjoy a comfortable nap. The wheels on the stroller have sealed bearings making it easy to steer, and it comes with adequate suspension to minimize bumps. If that’s not enough, there are also two drink holders, a child tray and an extended canopy for both seats.
What you should consider: Attaching an infant seat can drastically minimize the rear seat space.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Buy Buy Baby
Top stand and sit stroller for the money
Baby Trend Sit N Stand Ultra Tandem Stroller
What you need to know: Finally, a stand and sit stroller that’s not only made for a toddler and infant, but also for twins.
What you’ll love: This stroller is compatible with car infant seats from most of the major brands. There is also a large storage basket under the seats and two cup holders with a covered compartment to help keep your items safe and sound.
What you should consider: This stroller is slightly heavier than other brands and can be bulky when folded down.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Buy Buy Baby
Worth checking out
Graco Roomfor2 Stand and Ride Stroller
What you need to know: Graco features a comfortable stroller with suspension and lockable swivel wheels perfect for families with both a toddler and infants.
What you’ll love: This stand and sit stroller features an extra-large storage basket that hangs beneath the seating area. The large size makes it easy for parents to carry around picnic items, diaper bags and organize their kids’ toys. Graco also designed this stroller to maximize comfort for your older child with a padded rear seat and ergonomic side handles. Additionally, it comes with a one-hand fold that allows the stroller to easily collapse and lock after a walk.
What you should consider: The plastic wheels don’t allow for maximum absorption on rough terrain.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Buy Buy Baby
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KFC employee used customers’ card info to make thousands of dollars worth of purchases, deputies say
STARKE, Fla. (Gray News) – An employee at a KFC in Florida was arrested after police said she was taking photos of customers’ credit and debit cards and then using the information to make online purchases.
According to the Bradford County Sheriff’s Office, the incidents occurred at a KFC location in Starke, about 50 miles southwest of Jacksonville.
The sheriff’s office said Markquerva Lumar, 19, was arrested April 21.
Deputies said investigation revealed that when customers would hand Lumar their credit or debit cards in the drive-thru window, she would take photos of the front and back of the cards with her personal cell phone. Deputies said Lumar would then use the card information to make online orders in the victims’ names.
According to the sheriff’s office, they have located “many” victims of Lumar, totaling thousands of dollars in online purchases.
Deputies said they want to stress that these crimes “in no way reflects on the business or the rest of the employees who work hard and do the right thing every day.” Other employees at the location have cooperated with law enforcement and have helped locate victims.
Detectives are still seeking additional victims and ask them to call 904-966-6370.
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The trusted primer and paint brands partner with MotorTrend® Group to give away a combined value of $115,000 in professional materials to one lucky winner of the KILZ® Ultimate Pro Van Contest
SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KILZ® & BEHR PRO® are teaming up to bring back their KILZ® Ultimate Pro Van Contest in partnership with MotorTrend® Group. For the second year in a row, KILZ and BEHR PRO will be giving away a brand new, fully equipped van with a professional painters' package, including all of the tools a professional needs and more, valued at more than $115,000.
The KILZ Pro Van Contest was born from the brand's commitment to the professional painter community and continues to provide the industry with an opportunity to win a quality setup made for success. In addition to being outfitted with KILZ and BEHR PRO products, the van will feature items from 3M®, Werner® and Graco® Inc. to bring the prize to the next level.
"It's important to us to set up professionals for success, and we want to continue to provide access to dependable products they can rely on for their jobs," says Jodi Allen, Global Chief Marketing Officer, Behr Paint Company. "The KILZ Ultimate Pro Van Contest is a great way to celebrate and give this community a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to truly drive their business forward."
The prize, valued at $115,000, includes:
- A Customized 2021 Cargo Van featuring vinyl flooring, mechanical ladder system, custom galley and sink with water system, rack system, infotainment system (including speakers), cameras, exterior lighting, refrigerator, sound system
- KILZ Brand – Five Primer varieties (KILZ® Original, KILZ 2® All-Purpose, KILZ 3® Premium, KILZ® Restoration and KILZ® Mold + Mildew primers)
- BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® and BEHR PRO® Interior and Exterior Paints
- 3M – Painters' Tape and supplies
- Werner – Werner® Ladders, Weather Guard® bins, mats, and hook holders
- Graco – Airless sprayers and accessories
"We are so pumped to bring this contest back for pros on the road! We are bringing version 2.0 of the ultimate workspace for paint professionals, customized specifically for them. Full of thoughtful touches and functional features, this van will not only be chockful of supplies to get the job done, it will have all of the extras that will make the job enjoyable while bringing in a sense of pride," said Sean P. Holman, Content Director for MotorTrend Group.
To enter the contest, pros can share a video of their professional skills or a project photo showcasing the quality of their work. Visit http://www.kilz.com/provan to learn more. Entries will be accepted starting on September 12, 2022 at 9 a.m. PT, through November 12, 2022 at 11:59 a.m. ET, and the winner will be announced in the weeks following the end of the submission period. No purchase necessary.
About KILZ® Products
Since 1974, the KILZ® brand has served professional painters and do-it-yourselfers with a trusted line of professional grade, hardworking coatings products, including the #1 selling primer in the industry. With a durable, long-lasting finish, the quality of KILZ products has been trusted for generations, creating a legacy of quality and performance. Also included in this award-winning product lineup is the Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines® Paint collection. For more information, and to find a nearby KILZ brand retailer in the United States or Canada, visit KILZ.com. The KILZ brand is owned by Santa Ana, Calif.-based Behr Paint Company, a subsidiary of Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS).
About Behr Paint Company
Founded in 1947, Behr Paint Company is one of the largest manufacturers of paints, primers, decorative finishes, stains, surface preparation and application products for do-it-yourselfers and professionals in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Santa Ana, Calif.-based company and maker of the BEHR®, KILZ®, WHIZZ® and E&J® brands is dedicated to meeting the project needs of DIYers, professionals, architects and designers with an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation and value. For more information, visit Behr.com. Professional contractors can visit BEHRPRO.com to learn about BEHR products and BEHR PRO® services. Behr Paint Company is a subsidiary of Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS).
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Timely update: Clocks will stay on Topeka Blvd. bridge
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The clocks are staying on the Topeka Blvd. bridge.
Since it was rebuilt in 2008, the arches over the bridge have had a clock on one side, and the city seal on the other.
Recently, some of the clock’s functions have stopped working, Among them was the controller that allowed for automatic adjustment of the time, so city crews needed to block traffic while they made manual adjustments.
The Topeka City Council’s Public Infrastructure Committee was considering whether to replace them with medallions showing the city flag. A meeting for Tuesday was postponed to Monday while they awaited additional information on costs and options.
However, committee chairman Tony Emerson told 13 NEWS Friday that the item is off the agenda. He said, after further discussion with city staff, the city will replace the faulty controller and upgrade the LED lighting.
If no further issues are found, the accurate time should be back on track again.
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Woman drives car into crowd at restaurant after drive-thru dispute, police say
NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nev. (KVVU/Gray News) - A woman in Southern Nevada is facing several charges after police said she drove her vehicle into a crowd at a popular fast-food restaurant.
The North Las Vegas Police Department reports Jessica DeFalco, 30, was in the drive-thru at In-N-Out Burger on April 30 when she got into an argument with another customer.
KVVU reports DeFalco reportedly began honking at the customer as they were placing their order in front of her.
After exiting the drive-thru line, a crowd of onlookers began to gather. DeFalco is accused of then accelerating toward the crowd.
According to a police report, the 30-year-old struck two people and a vehicle. DeFalco then reversed her car and dragged a person underneath her vehicle while breaking her front bumper.
A witness told police that DeFalco had a look of “pure hate” on her face during the argument with the customer.
The police report indicated that the front bumper left at the scene had blood and spilled drinks.
According to her arrest report, DeFalco told police that she thought the other customer was selfish in taking her time. She told officers that when the crowd started recording the incident, she felt bullied. So, she turned her car around and ran into them.
DeFalco told police she has anger issues and is taking medication. She also told them she was drunk at the time of the incident, according to the report.
Officers said they told DeFalco that someone was hurt in the incident, and she reportedly told them they deserved every bit of it.
North Las Vegas police said DeFalco is facing charges that include attempted murder with the use of a deadly weapon and battery with the use of a deadly weapon.
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New features benefit Yardi clients with a robust CRM for the entire leasing lifecycle —where the customer is at the center of the relationship
SANTA BARBARA, Calif, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Yardi® announced the release of RentCafe® CRM IQ, a customer-centric relationship management solution for multifamily operators. Seamlessly built in to Yardi Voyager® and RentCafe® product suites, CRM IQ provides a frictionless experience for managing prospects, applicants and residents through every stage of the leasing and resident lifecycle.
CRM IQ allows property owners and managers to reduce operational costs through centralization of their leasing offices with CLO-friendly features that streamline lead management, lease conversion and resident services. Leasing agents can take advantage of a user-friendly dashboard that prioritizes customer-oriented data and provides a consolidated view of the customer journey across a portfolio.
The new features give site teams more benefits including segmented prospect stages, making it easier to strategically target higher-quality leads without extensive training, and tools for managing lease renewals, resident services, maintenance requests and more. CRM IQ includes a new Communication Hub, providing a single aggregate view of all customer interactions and engagement capabilities. It also has a tenant advocacy feature to create more opportunities for resident referrals and testimonial engagement.
"Our development team went above and beyond to create a solution that supports centralized leasing and manages customers for the entire resident journey," said Richard Malpica, vice president at Yardi. "Your customer is more than just a renter. CRM IQ is a customer-centric solution that puts prospect, applicant and resident activity in a single intuitive view for the entire journey, resulting in a better customer experience and enhanced staff efficiency."
CRM IQ functionalities are complemented and expanded when combined with RentCafe® Chat IQ, a natural language automated attendant that answers customer questions via email, chat, text and voice, and provides seamless live-agent handoffs. When paired with CRM IQ, customers receive quality service from initial engagement to lease renewal and beyond — saving staff time, driving quality leads and boosting resident retention.
Explore where leasing success happens with more connected solutions to convert prospects into residents.
About Yardi
Yardi® develops and supports industry-leading investment and property management software for all types and sizes of real estate companies. With 8,000 employees, Yardi is working with clients globally to drive significant innovation in the real estate industry. For more information on how Yardi is Energized for Tomorrow, visit yardi.com.
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