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Florida sheriff encourages residents to shoot intruders to ‘save taxpayer money’
PACE, Fla. (Gray News) – A sheriff in Florida is encouraging residents to learn how to shoot intruders to “save taxpayer money,” he said during a press conference Thursday.
Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson was holding a press conference in reference to the arrest of Brandon Joseph Harris, 32, who Johnson said was breaking into multiple homes Wednesday in Pace, located about 15 miles north of Pensacola.
Johnson said Harris has been known to law enforcement since he was 13 years old and since then has had 17 arrests. Harris spent more than six years in prison for home invasion.
According to Johnson, during Harris’ string of break-ins on Wednesday, one homeowner fired shots at him. The sheriff’s office is now trying to identify that homeowner and offered to train the person to be a more accurate shooter.
“Whoever that was, you’re not in trouble. Come see us, we have a gun safety class we put on every other Saturday, and if you take that, you’ll shoot a lot better and hopefully you’ll save taxpayers money,” Johnson said.
Johnson doubled down on his statements, reiterating that homeowners are well within their rights to shoot at someone who is breaking into their home.
“If somebody is breaking into your house, you’re more than welcome to shoot them in Santa Rosa County. We prefer that you do, actually,” Johnson said.
Johnson expressed disappointment that Harris was not injured during the encounter with the homeowner.
“Of course [Harris] didn’t get hit [with bullets], and now we have to pay for him,” Johnson said.
Deputies were able to corner Harris inside a home and arrested him. Johnson said Harris already had active warrants, and he is now facing seven additional charges for the events that unfolded on Wednesday.
“Some people don’t learn,” Johnson said. “For us, he is job security. I mean, we deal with him all the time.”
Harris was booked into the Santa Rosa County Jail. His bond is set at $157,500.
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NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AXSM) between December 30, 2019 and April 22, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important July 12, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Axsome securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Axsome class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=2221 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than July 12, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Axsome's chemistry, manufacturing, and control ("CMC") practices were deficient with respect to AXS-07 and its manufacturing process; (2) as a result, Axsome was unlikely to submit the AXS-07 New Drug Application ("NDA") on its initially represented timeline; (3) the foregoing CMC issues remained unresolved at the time that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") reviewed the AXS-07 NDA; (4) accordingly, the FDA was unlikely to approve the AXS-07 NDA; (5) as a result of all the foregoing, Axsome had overstated AXS-07's regulatory and commercial prospects; and (6) as a result, Axsome's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Axsome class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=2221 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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2 sperm whales die within week in Florida Keys
KEY WEST, Fla. (AP) — Two sperm whales have died within a week of each other in the Florida Keys, but officials did not immediately see a connection between the deaths.
A calf died after beaching itself on Key Largo last Wednesday, said Blair Mase, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s southeast regional marine mammal stranding coordinator. Then an adult male, nearly 50 feet long, was found beached Tuesday night about 15 miles northeast of Key West. The remains were towed to a nearby marina early Wednesday morning.
“We’re trying to gather as much information as we possibly can,” Mase said. “We’re really hoping it doesn’t become a trend.”
A necropsy on the calf determined it likely died from being separated from its mother, Mase said. Officials were still waiting for results to determine if the calf was carrying any disease. Officials from NOAA, along with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder, were studying the adult corpse Wednesday, noting the animal appeared to be emaciated.
Mase said officials typically record about two sperm whale strandings a year in the Gulf of Mexico, so two in a week is unusual. Sperm whales are normally found far away from land unless they are sick, Mase said. Anyone who spots a whale near the shore should call 1-877-WHALE HELP (1-877-942-5343).
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All-Clear Given After Novelty Grenades In Luggage Prompt Bomb Squad Response Near MIA
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MIAMI, Florida (WFOR) — Toy grenades discovered in some luggage in the cargo area of Miami International Airport led to a large police presence including a bomb squad response.
The suspicious items, at first believed to be two grenades, were found inside luggage in a cargo warehouse at 6650 NW 22 Street shortly before 5:30 p.m. on Saturday afternoon.
After several hours, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue says nothing serious was found.
What they thought were grenades were actually “demilitarized novelties.”
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NEW YORK, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Enservco Corporation (NYSE American: ENSV) between May 13, 2021 and April 18, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important July 19, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Enservco securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Enservco class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6371 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than July 19, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Enservco had defective disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting; (2) as a result, there were errors in Enservco's financial statements relating to, inter alia, its transactions with Cross River Partners and accounting for Employee Retention Credits ("ERCs"); (3) accordingly, Enservco would need to restate certain of its financial statements and delay the filing of its 2021 annual report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"); (4) Enservco downplayed the true scope and severity of its financial reporting issues; (5) accordingly, Enservco could not file its delayed 2021 annual report with the SEC within its initially represented timeline; and (6) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Enservco class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6371 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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There is a special kind of intrigue around caves.
These twisting, subterranean caverns can be home to mysteries and tall tales and lead to pirate's treasure or a nest of vampires -- if you ever watched 1980s movies such as "The Goonies" or "The Lost Boys."
In reality, caves have sheltered our ancestors, who left examples of their artwork and stories along shadowy walls. But early humans weren't alone in these dwellings. A diverse range of microorganisms live inside caves around the world.
Many of these hidden, natural networks and the wonders within them remain unexplored, however, because they are dangerous and sometimes inaccessible.
Technological advances could help scientists overcome the challenges of investigating these underground systems -- and beyond. In our quest to search for life outside Earth, extraterrestrial caves may just hold the evidence we're hoping to find.
Other worlds
A robot named ReachBot may become the first explorer to crawl inside Martian caves to search for microbes.
ReachBot is a concept for a machine about the size of a toaster oven with multiple extendable arms that could help it crawl through treacherous Martian caves the way Spider-Man swings through a city.
The bot would connect to a surface rover that could provide power, analyze cave samples and relay photos back to Earth.
The ReachBot team has received funding to build and test a prototype in caves on Earth similar to what might be encountered on Mars.
Meanwhile, China's Tianwen-1 probe has shared images from more than a year spent photographing the red planet.
Ocean secrets
The Mesoamerican Reef, the second-largest barrier reef in the world, is a bit of a superhighway for sharks, turtles and rays living in the Caribbean.
The reef, which spans more than 600 miles (965.6 kilometers) from Mexico to Honduras, provides food and a rich habitat for marine life. But the endangered creatures that use this reef to navigate north and south can swim right into danger and fall prey to illegal fishing practices.
Now, sharks using this route have new unlikely allies in the local communities along the reef -- fishers who are determined to protect the vital ecosystem.
Meanwhile, researchers recently stumbled on a different threat to great white sharks living off the coast of South Africa: a pair of shark-killing orcas.
We are family
Fossils of early human ancestors found inside South Africa's Sterkfontein Caves are 1 million years older than previously suspected.
The fossils belong to the genus Australopithecus, an ancient hominin initially thought to have lived 2 million to 2.6 million years ago. Now, researchers believe these ancient ancestors were around 3.4 million to 3.6 million years ago.
This new date makes the cave fossils older than the famed fossil Lucy, a member of the species Australopithecus afarensis who was found in Ethiopia and lived 3.2 million years ago.
Initially, it was thought that Australopiths from South Africa evolved from those living in East Africa, like Lucy -- but the new dates turn that theory on its head. Now, researchers hope to discover who the older common ancestor was for these two ancient populations.
Across the universe
Soon, we'll be able to see the universe in an entirely new way.
On July 12, astronomers will share the first high-resolution, full-color images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope. One of those "is the deepest image of our universe that has ever been taken," NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said.
The images are expected to show how galaxies interact and grow, provide a glimpse inside the violent life cycle of stars and even a colorful peek inside the spectrum of an exoplanet -- or how light wavelengths reveal characteristics of other worlds.
Fantastic creatures
Giant pandas have a taste for bamboo, but it hasn't always been the case. Ancestors of the rare bears had a much more diverse diet that even included meat.
If you've ever looked closely at a panda's paw, you'll notice it has an extra finger. Analysis of a fossilized panda ancestor's "false thumb" from 6 million years ago, found in Yunnan province in China, pinpointed when this bamboo preference began, according to a new study.
Pandas evolved the digit to help them hold on to the plant's woody stems.
The fossil also revealed a mystery about the thumb, which turned out to be an evolutionary compromise for the giant pandas.
Discoveries
You've got to see these:
-- A carnivorous plant that captures subterranean creatures has been found on Borneo. It's the first pitcher plant known to go underground in search of prey.
-- Miners were digging for gold in Canada's Klondike when they unearthed a "near complete" mummified baby woolly mammoth that died more than 30,000 years ago.
-- A NASA orbiter has spotted a surprising new double crater on the moon. The cavity formed when a mystery rocket crashed into the lunar surface on March 4.
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PLANO, Texas, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mountain Ridge Capital (www.mountainridgecap.com), an asset-based commercial finance company, announced the hiring of Bill Drmacich and Jay Fabian as Managing Directors of Business Development. Mountain Ridge seeks to provide creative asset-based financing solutions that commercial banks do not wish to provide or cannot provide. As a private direct lender to middle market businesses, Mountain Ridge does not have the restrictions that larger commercial banks do. Craig Winslow, President & Chief Credit Officer said, "Our mission is to be a lender to middle market businesses that value speed, sophistication and flexibility. With the addition of Bill Drmacich & Jay Fabian, we have laid the cornerstones of a world class originations team".
Bill Drmacich, an industry veteran, is responsible for business in the Southeast market from Atlanta where he has been a member of the community for over 25 years. Prior to joining Mountain Ridge, Bill spent time at some of the best lending institutions in the country, including HSBC, GMAC, CIT, and most recently at Ares. Bill is a member of the Association for Corporate Growth, the Turnaround Management Association and the Secured Finance Network. "I am very excited to be part of a new team launching into what should be an interesting financing market over the next 12 months or so," said Bill. "We have a very solid core team and substantial equity backing – essential ingredients with which to enter the financing market and make a difference for our target borrowers."
Jay is responsible for the Mid-west & West regions. Prior to joining Mountain Ridge, Jay was a Senior Originator with First Merchants Bank and during the 15 years before that, was a highly valued contributor at Stonegate Capital and Wells Fargo. Jay Fabian said, "I am thrilled to join the Mountain Ridge team and the opportunity to get back into private credit and to work with an experienced and creative team that is focused on being a differentiated partner for its clients is one that fits squarely with my long-term career objectives."
Both Bill Drmacich and Jay Fabian will collaborate with the rest of the Mountain Ridge Capital team to provide all forms of credit to a wide variety of lower middle market companies across the country. The Mountain Ridge team has a strong history of building relationships, including company executives, investment bankers, turnaround consultants, other lenders and private equity groups, and if there are potential opportunities to explore, we welcome the opportunity to engage. Please see contact details below.
Mountain Ridge Capital ("MRC") is a nimble, relationship-focused lender offering liquidity to businesses in any industry and for a multitude of purposes. With an emphasis on originating, underwriting, and managing asset-based commercial loans from $5 million to $30 million in commitment size, MRC provides highly customized revolver and term loans to lower middle market businesses. See www.mountainridgecap.com for more information.
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Right-wingers love you when you are pre-born but hate you when you are preschool.
I’ll do you one better squawker: We just got rid of a president who doesn’t think the law applies to him or his family.
Stacey Abrams says that Georgia is the worst state to live in. I have the answer to help her: Move to California or New York, as she will fit right in either of those states. Georgia will be better off without her anyway.
One thing I’ve noticed in the last few days — and it came after a squawk asking for such change — is that there are a whole lot less Biden vs. Trump squawks. Thank you so much for making that change. It’s a lot more interesting to read concerns about local issues instead of ones that say the same old things over and over.
Save our county! Vote for Chris Cohilas to remain commission chair! Don’t let the false prophet get his hands on your tax money.
After reading the story about Byne Christian School, I feel a little better about the future of our country. We have to have young people step up and fill leadership roles, and it sounds like they’re raising capable leaders at this school. Thank you, Byne.
RE: Dunkin’ Debacle ... No license or insurance ... what the?! I wonder how many other such drivers are endangering the public around Albany.
You Democrats please stop hating my country.
Customer at our pizza store says we should have less people making pizzas and more people handing out pizzas. As Joe Biden would say in his creepy whispering voice, “You can’t hand out the pizzas until the pizzas are made.”
In today’s world, if someone disagrees with a person of color they are automatically a racist. Albany Tech President Anthony Parker’s Sunday column was meant to be a celebration of the Brown v Board of Education ruling. But if we are honest with ourselves, since that ruling our public school system has gone straight downhill. Is that progress?
I read with interest the article about Byne Christian School’s Classical Education. I wonder, though, if this is not some kind of indoctrination camp. Not saying it is, just wondering.
For all of you concerned for the unborn child, where are you once they are born? Nowhere, that’s where. What is it you really care about?
I thought it was illegal to post campaign signs, any signs, on public property in Albany. Does this apply to local candidates? I guess not when the Herald reports the theft of 300 signs. Maybe citizens pulled them, as the signs were posted on public property, keeping in line with the law. Or citizens found them posted on their property and pulled them.
Never worry about who will be offended if you speak the truth. Worry about who will be misled, deceived and destroyed if you don’t.
Have you noticed how “liberal” is used as a descriptor in these squaws? Seems like when the so-called polite descriptor “N” was used for a black person in the 1950s. It is part of your reasoning to support cancel culture, CRT abolishment and replacement theory rhetoric. Old philosophy spouted by new mouths with deadlier consequences. | https://www.albanyherald.com/features/squawkbox/article_ea7cf818-da9b-11ec-aa3e-972ae78bcd62.html | 2022-05-23T21:15:08Z |
SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silex Technology, a global leader in wired and wireless networking solutions, announced the introduction and availability of its new enterprise Wi-Fi bridge, BR-330AC-LP, on September 7, 2022. The BR-330AC-LP is a wireless LAN bridge (station device) that supports the IEEE 802.11ac wireless communication standard and enterprise security. It accelerates IT/OT convergence by wirelessly bridging between legacy wired IP devices and secure enterprise IT network requiring 802.1X authentication. The BR-330AC-LP eliminates the need for copper wiring in building energy management systems and reduces the power consumption required for wireless connectivity in those applications. Silex's broader Ethernet to Wi-Fi bridge product portfolio allows customers to select the optimal solution for each use case
Why 802.1X Authentication Matters:
The convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) has emerged in the industrial IoT deployment. The OT was traditionally separated from IT and had different sets of requirements for security and deployment. In the IT segment, many enterprises rely on 802.1X for device authentication, while OT devices have not been equipped with 802.1X authentication capability. The 802.1X becomes the emerging topic for OT devices to connect with IT using 802.1X authentication. The silex enterprise Wi-Fi bridge allows users to securely connect non-802.1X capable devices to 802.1X IT enabled networks and Wi-Fi infrastructure.
How much power does BR-330AC-LP save:
The BR-330AC-LP reduces the power consumption by about 45% when transmitting the Wi-Fi data compared with another silex's 802.11ac Wi-Fi bridge. The power consumption in its idle state is also reduced by about half. The BR-330AC-LP's low power operation results in longer operation for battery powered and mobile applications.
SD-330AC-LP Features:
- Single or Multi-client mode operations
- Enterprise security
- Low Power Consumption
- Fast-roaming for mobility
- Easy device configuration
- Built-in web portal for device configuration through Ethernet port
Pricing and Availability
The product is now available. Please contact our sales team at sales@silexamerica.com and sales@silexeurope.com for more details on early access.
About Silex Technology America, Inc.
Silex Technology builds on more than 40 years of hardware and software connectivity know-how and IP, custom design development experience, and in-house manufacturing capabilities, bringing value to customers with a foundation of technical expertise. With relentless attention to quality, exclusive access to Qualcomm Atheros expertise, and strategic partnerships with leading semiconductor providers, Silex Technology is the global leader in reliable Wi-Fi connectivity for products ranging from a medical device to a document imaging product to a video or digital display. With Silex Technology, customers get a single vendor that provides hardware and software support from design through manufacturing for successful product after successful product. For more information, please visit www.silextechnology.com.
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STOCKHOLM, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stockholm-based Digital Therapeutics (DTx) company Alex Therapeutics today announces it has secured a €3.5M funding round, led by European life science venture fund Hadean Ventures and joined by Scale Capital and Bonit Capital.
Alex Therapeutics aspires to become the global go-to partner for pharma, and other life-science companies seeking to develop and launch DTx solutions. These digital health products are validated in clinical trials and prescribed by a doctor, similar to traditional therapeutics. This funding round will be used to accelerate Alex's growth in Europe and the US and to develop novel DTx products alongside both new and existing partners, including Pfizer.
The round was led by Hadean Ventures, a European specialist life science venture fund, with participation from Scale Capital and Bonit Capital, the Leksell (founder of medical device company Elekta) family office. The new investors provide cross-disciplinary expertise in successfully developing medical devices and scaling global B2B tech platforms. Existing investors, the King (Candy Crush) founders through their fund Sweet Studio, also participated in the round.
Alex Therapeutics uses its AI-powered digital therapeutics platform "Alex DTx Platform" to develop and launch prescription digital therapies, typically in partnership with pharmaceutical companies. The DTx products are clinically validated and approved medical devices, prescribed by doctors and reimbursed by healthcare systems. The platform combines evidence-based psychology, primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with AI and Machine Learning to provide personalized treatments that address the needs of patients worldwide.
We're overwhelmed by the interest from the investor community and are glad to welcome some incredible institutional investors to join us as we take the next major leap with Alex. We're looking forward to learning from their many years of experience in developing medical devices and scaling Nordic tech platforms internationally. They perfectly complement our current investors, who have a unique perspective on building engaging consumer technology.
John Drakenberg Renander, co-founder and CEO at Alex Therapeutics
We've been following the digital therapeutics space for a long time and are now seeing major markets such as Germany and the US open up for prescription and reimbursement of digital therapies. Alex Therapeutics' impressive track record, dedication to developing treatments with and for patients, combined with their utilization of advanced technology make them an attractive partner for companies seeking to launch digital therapeutics.
Dr. Ingrid Teigland Akay, MD, MBA, Managing Partner at Hadean Ventures
Alex Therapeutics' journey has been incredible, and we're proud to have supported them from day one. Looking back, it's astonishing what John, Oliver and their team have accomplished in such a short period of time. With partners such as Pfizer, and now institutional investors with a strong track record in life science and international expansion, there's no limit to what they can do.
Anders Frostenson, Founder & MD at Sweet Studio (King/Candy Crush founders fund)
Announced strategic commercial partnership with Pfizer earlier this year
Alex Therapeutics recently announced a strategic commercial partnership with the global pharmaceutical company Pfizer. The initial focus of the partnership is a digital therapy called Eila® treating nicotine addiction.
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About Alex Therapeutics
Alex Therapeutics is a digital therapeutics (DTx) company based in Stockholm which designs and develops Software-as-a-Medical-Devices (SaMDs). With the proven "Alex DTx Platform", expertise in artificial intelligence and evidence-based psychology, Alex Therapeutics is uniquely positioned to deliver cutting-edge and reliable DTx products. The company has treated tens of thousands of patients, has experience with clinical validation, and overwhelmingly positive patient testimonials. For more information, visit www.alextherapeutics.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
About Hadean Ventures
Hadean Ventures is a European life science venture capital fund manager with c. €200m assets under management. Hadean Ventures has offices in Oslo, Norway, and Stockholm, Sweden, as well as a presence in Germany, Austria and the UK. Hadean invests across all healthcare verticals and stages with a focus on pharmaceuticals & biotech, medical devices, diagnostics and digital health. With a local European presence in regions that regularly produce world-class science, yet historically have been under-ventured, Hadean looks to find top opportunities with the flexibility to invest in great ideas no matter what vertical.
For more information, please visit www.hadeanventures.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
About Scale Capital
Scale Capital is an early stage venture fund investing in digitization and disruptive technologies within business-to-business. Scale Capital primarily invests in companies in the Nordic region with the potential and ambition to win in the US market. We focus on delivering impact through technology that creates positive changes to the planet and people's lives. We are headquartered in Copenhagen and have offices in New York and Silicon Valley.
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‘Doctor Strange’ conjures big box office opening for Marvel
By Frank Pallotta, CNN Business
“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” the latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, made an estimated $185 million domestically for its opening this weekend, according to Disney.
That number hit the high end of expectations, which had the film making around $170 million to $185 million in North America. It also makes “Multiverse of Madness,” which stars Benedict Cumberbatch as the superhero sorcerer, the 11th biggest opening in domestic box office history.
If that wasn’t enough, the film’s debut more than doubled the opening weekend of the original “Doctor Strange,” which notched an $85 million weekend in 2016. “Multiverse of Madness” easily stands as the biggest opening of 2022 so far.
The film, which has Doctor Strange battling evil forces across parallel universes, has already made $450 million worldwide.
A Marvel movie doing well at the box office is not a surprise. The franchise has garnered more than $25 billion in ticket sales since 2008 and holds multiple box office records. However, this news is great for a theater industry that is still trying to reach a level of normalcy after the pandemic decimated business.
Thanks to hits like March’s “The Batman” and April’s “Sonic The Hedgehog 2,” the box office has bounced back this year, but it still has a long way to go in order to reach pre-pandemic heights. But more openings like “Multiverse of Madness” this summer, historically the industry’s most lucrative season, could help change that.
Luckily for Hollywood, there are several films on the docket this season that could help theaters bring in audiences.
There’s “Top Gun: Maverick,” the sequel to the beloved 1986 action film starring Tom Cruise. “Jurassic World: Dominion,” is the latest entry in the dinosaur saga, and “Elvis,” a biopic about The King starring Tom Hanks as Col. Tom Parker is due in June. Notable family films include “Lightyear” from Pixar and “Minions: The Rise of Gru.” Jordan Peele’s latest horror film, “Nope,” opens in July.
As for Marvel, the hit machine isn’t done with the summer just yet.
“Thor: Love and Thunder,” the next film in the blockbuster franchise starring Chris Hemsworth as the electrifying Avenger, hits theaters in July.
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From first opening in 1992 to nearly 160 athletic country clubs and more than one billion visits, countless stories of extraordinary transformation, life-altering events and strong community serve to warm the heart
CHANHASSEN, Minn., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, opened its first club in a Brooklyn Park, Minn. strip mall 30 years ago today. Much has occurred over three decades, including extraordinary growth of the company, which now offers nearly 160 athletic country clubs encompassing 16-million square feet across 41 major markets in the US and Canada, and the development of a complete omnichannel Healthy Way of Life ecosystem. Over this time, Life Time has served millions of people and more than one billion visits, been part of incredible stories of personal achievement and life-altering events and grown an amazing community of like-minded people seeking health and happiness.
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Life Time Founder Bahram Akradi remains one of only a few active founding Chairman and CEOs across the country. He says, "I started Life Time 30 years ago to create happy and healthy communities that the entire family could enjoy together and, with the support of our amazing team members, to help them meet all their health and wellbeing needs conveniently under one roof. Over the years, we have had the incredible privilege to serve millions of Life Time members as they pursue their dreams of healthier, happier lives. I am extremely proud of the company we have built and even more so about the wonderful member stories that have been told and experienced since the beginning."
Amazing Members
- Julia Porras and her daughter, Elena - One woman's search for strength leads to her daughter's personal power, too. "Elena chose me to be her mom because I'm strong enough to be her mom," Julie says. "I'm capable enough and I appreciate the gift that she is and her purpose on Earth. She's been my biggest blessing. She's taught me so much." Video
- Jeff Morton – When Jeff Morton needed a life-saving kidney transplant, his brother, Scott, volunteered to be his donor. But Scott's own health issues made him ineligible. Already a Life Time member, Scott committed to improving his own health — and soon discovered that in saving his brother, he was also saving himself. Video
- Ryan Jurgenson – Perhaps the hardest thing in the world to do is to conquer your fears. "Resilient Ry" decided to measure her health journey without a scale. "It definitely taught me a very valuable lesson to never give up." More
- "Love at the Club" – After years of working out together, Quacy Millett surprised Jamie Deutsch with a proposal amidst rose petals and candle lights at Life Time in Syosset, NY. More
- "Love at the Club" Part II – Stacy and Jeremy Brown met at the grand opening of Life Time Vernon Hills in 2008. That led to marriage in 2014. "We have traveled all over with Life Time together - Kansas, New York, New Jersey, and Illinois," Stacy says. "Our daughter has been RAISED at Life Time and is a Life Time kiddo through and through." More
- Ali Sorour – After 40+ years of marriage, Ali lost the love of his life when his wife, Minoo, died of leukemia. In his Life Time community, he turned to friends to help him battle through and cope with the grief, playing pickleball multiple times each week. "I cannot detach memories from my life," Ali says. "But I am happy again."
Life-Long Fans
Thousands of people remain loyal Life Time members from the Company's early years – many proclaiming that Life Time "feels like a second home." Others reinforce just how much their time at Life Time has impacted other aspects of their lives: "I'm more confident, more productive, more patient with others, and just happier after I've spent a few hours taking care of myself at Life Time," said one long-time member. Here's what three more had to say about their membership of nearly three decades:
- Jeanne Kiel – joined Life Time in July 1993. "The club is a great social outlet and that is very important to me. I have a plethora of friends at Life Time. On any given day, I see many I can call by name and vice versa. The front desk knows me well, too." Now 76 years old, Jeanne participates in six different classes at Life Time in Maple Grove, Minn. Monday through Saturday. "The workouts assist in keeping my bones strong while being good for the mind, too. The instructors are excellent and dedicated to their work and kindly accommodate any who have limitations. The staff is friendly and helpful."
- Jan Dudley – joined Life Time in October 1992. "When I first joined Life Time, I worked with a personal trainer to learn how to use all of the equipment, and the types of exercises I needed to help me remain as active as possible." These days, at age 75, Jan says she still enjoys working out at Life Time in New Hope, Minn. several times each week. "I'm comfortable working out on my own now, and I've learned what I need to do to keep my body moving. It's fun – and I look forward to it every day."
- Marty Drasler – joined Life Time in July 1993 at age 28. Her fitness routine at the Fridley, Minn. club includes 20-30 minutes of cardio three or four times per week; strength training three times a week; tennis twice a week; and yoga 2-3 times a week. "I have always felt welcome at Life Time. The facilities are clean, well-kept and it is a place I can go to keep up with my healthy lifestyle. Going to the club is also very social for me. I have met many wonderful people over the years and made a few close friends along the way. My whole family, including my husband (member for well over 20 years), and two adult daughters, are all members of Life Time!"
Rapid Growth
Now in 29 states, one Canadian province and 41 major markets, Life Time is continuing to expand with new locations and programming to serve members from 90 days to 90+ years. So much more than a typical gym or fitness center, Life Time athletic country clubs average more than 100k square feet - with programming for every interest area. New clubs will be opening soon in NYC, Atlanta, Palm Beach Gardens, Scottsdale, and elsewhere. Most Life Time locations offer these programs and amenities:
- Kids Academies -- Kids Classes -- ARORA programming for older adults
- Full-Service Salon, Spa and MediSpa -- LifeCafe® | Nutrition the Right Way
- Personal Training -- Group Training -- Virtual Training
- Pilates -- Yoga -- Cycling Classes
- Tennis, Basketball, Swimming, Running, Pickleball, Rockwall Climbing and much more.
For a list of Life Time clubs or to schedule a tour, click HERE.
Happy and Healthy Communities: A New Path Forward
About Life Time®
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of nearly 160 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada. The company's healthy way of life communities and ecosystem address all aspects of healthy living, healthy aging, and healthy entertainment for people 90 days to 90+ years old. Supported by a team of more than 30,000 dedicated professionals, Life Time is committed to providing the best programs and experiences through its clubs, iconic athletic events, and comprehensive digital platform.
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PHOENIX, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelemark, a national leader in the outbound calling and lead generation/appointment setting industry for more than 20 years is pleased to be recognized as one of Arizona's top voice and call center service providers for 2022 by Clutch.
For more than two decades Intelemark has helped companies grow their business by putting our clients in front of their desired buyers. We have been successful in this business and continue to grow because Intelemark has the experience to do it right and produce quantitative results. Intelemark's differentiation is our technology, experienced calling agents and management team, and our ability to build a partnership with each client.
We proudly share this achievement as Clutch officially announced their Leaders Awards, naming Intelemark a leading B2B service provider in the voice and call center services industry. Clutch is a B2B ratings and reviews platform based in Washington, DC. They evaluate technology service and solutions companies based on the quality of work, thought leadership, and client reviews.
Every year, Clutch honors the highest-performing B2B companies across industries. The top service providers exhibit deep knowledge in their field and a solid commitment to high-quality customer service. Receiving this award is no small feat, and we appreciate this recognition.
"As a top B2B Appointment Setting and Lead Generation company that has helped clients grow their businesses for 22+ years, we are humbled to be recognized as a leader in the industry." – Murray Goodman, CEO at Intelemark.
We appreciate the incredible support our clients have shown us. Our clients' success is our primary motivation to continue providing top-tier services. Take a look at the reviews we've received.
If you have any questions about our services, contact us to discuss how we can help your business grow.
Headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Intelemark is a national leader in the appointment setting/lead generation industry for more than 20 years. We design highly customized, well-crafted B2B demand generation, lead generation and appointment setting campaigns to connect companies with high-quality targets within their prospect audience. Intelemark's proprietary software application, a virtual and a highly experienced English-speaking agent colony, and a senior management team have helped clients drive revenue and growth for more than two decades.
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From The Freedonia Group
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In the packaging industry, sustainability can mean many things – some of which can be more difficult to convey to consumers than others on product labels. For instance, while the recycling symbol is well known and relatively easy to spot on product packaging on store shelves, brands are having a harder time communicating subtler sustainability claims, such as use of recycled content and other source-reduction efforts.
Last month, Target launched its Target Zero labeling system to address this challenge. The new labels aim to help identify products and packaging that are designed to be refillable, reusable, compostable, made from recycled content, or made from materials that reduce use of plastic. On its website, the company also allows shoppers to filter results by product category as well as by sustainability claim.
Gordon Food Service launched a similar labeling program in December 2021 via its Re.Source brand of products. Re.Source product labels are designed to share an operator's sustainability story while educating consumers through labels with bold colors, icons, and clear instructions to promote proper disposal of products.
With Packaging, Source Material Is Consumers' Top Sustainability Priority
While sustainability is a complicated concept that includes factors such as protection of the product from damage or waste and reducing carbon needed for transport, consumers most widely equate the eco-friendliness of a packaging product with what the source material is:
- According to consumer survey data collected by The Freedonia Group, packaging made from bioplastics was ranked highest in sustainability among US consumers.
- Paper-based options such as paper, paperboard, and corrugated board were also ranked highly in perceived eco-friendliness.
- Conventional plastics were ranked lowest in perceived eco-friendliness.
As a result, bio-based packaging materials such as cellulose and molded fiber will see solid growth going forward, particularly in the food market but also other applications where plastic packaging has historically been used, such as household and personal care products. For instance, a recent Freedonia Group analysis of the food packaging market projects double-digit growth from a negligible base for molded fiber materials such as bamboo and sugarcane, which are just starting to see use in commercial food packaging.
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A 7-year-old girl from Georgia camping with her family in Great Smoky Mountains National Park was killed Wednesday when a tree fell on their campsite, park officials said.
Rangers responded to an emergency call at the Elkmont Campground in Tennessee at 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, the park said in a news release.
A large red maple tree that was about 2 feet in diameter fell on the family's tent, the release said. The girl's father and two siblings were not injured.
The park closed the campsite and adjacent campsites as a precaution, officials said.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park spans the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. It's known for its diversity in plant and animal life, and is the country's most-visited national park, according to its website.
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn., June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pilot Company, one of the leading suppliers of fuel and the largest operator of travel centers in North America, announced today that the company is building upon its current initiatives in the alternative fuels space with a new compressed natural gas (CNG) and hydrogen delivery platform. This expansion includes a partnership with VoltaGrid LLC ("VoltaGrid") to develop a low-carbon fuels network that contributes to reduced emissions and decarbonization for third-party customers in industries like water disposal, dual-fuel applications, water heating operations, and natural disaster response.
Pilot Company's recent investment in a large-scale fleet of CNG and hydrogen trailers and in VoltaGrid's low-carbon oilfield and mining services business is estimated to bring 350,000 gallons equivalent of low carbon fuel to the market daily. This partnership will advance VoltaGrid's power generation venture for electric completions and look at further growth through the joint development of large-scale low-carbon fuel terminals in 2022 and early 2023.
VoltaGrid and Pilot Company will provide customers the ability to:
- Increase resources and streamline operations through seamless transitions between field gas and CNG supply for electric power generation without having to manage multiple suppliers.
- Access a reliable network of CNG, renewable natural gas, diesel, and hydrogen fuel supply paired with VoltaGrid's turnkey power generation package.
- Access Pilot Company's broad infrastructure base to efficiently supply low carbon fuels for grid reinforcement projects.
Pilot Company hired industry veteran Joshua Edge, with more than 20 years of experience in fuel distribution and terminal management, to lead the expansion.
"Pilot Company is a leader in fuel supply and distribution in North America, and we are eager to further diversify our business footprint in the alternative fuels space and scale our capabilities to serve the energy, fuel, and mobility industries," says Joshua Edge, Pilot Company's Senior Director of Compressed Gas Operations. "VoltaGrid's approach to safety, efficiency, cutting-edge technology, and innovative solutions aligns with our corporate goals to help customers lower their carbon footprint and benefits our team members, stakeholders, and customers."
VoltaGrid, founded in 2020, is currently executing a significant growth plan across North America with a focus on reducing emissions and operating cost reductions while increasing the reliability of portable power generation. The company continues to foster long-term partnerships with key organizations focused on reducing their carbon footprint and future capital requirements.
Nathan Ough, Chief Executive Officer and President of VoltaGrid, adds, "With Pilot's expansive network and our joint efforts to produce and provide cleaner and more efficient power, we are excited to bring even more resources and value to our customers. The alternative fuel space is ripe with innovation, and this is just one of many steps both companies are taking in reducing emissions and providing clean energy."
Pilot Travel Centers LLC ("Pilot Company") keeps North America's drivers moving as one of the leading suppliers of fuel and the largest operator of travel centers. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot Company has grown its network to more than 800 retail and fueling locations and as the third largest tanker fleet in North America, supplies more than 14 billion gallons of fuel per year to the market. Its energy division also supplies DEF, bio and renewable fuels and provides hauling and disposal services to the oil field sector. Pilot Company serves 1.5 million guests per day and provides over 70,000 fleet customers with solutions for fuel, credit, factoring, services and rewards. Its Pilot Flying J Travel Center network includes over 750 locations in 44 states and five Canadian provinces with more than 790 restaurants, 75,000 truck parking spaces, 5,300 deluxe showers, 6,200 diesel lanes and offers truck maintenance and tire service with Southern Tire Mart at Pilot Flying J. The One9 Fuel Network connects a variety of fueling locations to provide smaller fleets and independent professional drivers with everyday value, convenience, credit and perks. More information on locations and rewards are available in the myRewards Plus™ app.
Pilot Company is currently ranked No. 7 on Forbes' list of America's Largest Private Companies. For additional information about Pilot Company, its 28,000 team members and commitment to giving back, visit www.pilotcompany.com.
VoltaGrid is an advanced energy management and generation company that is developing an innovative platform to provide power, energy storage and emissions reductions for the pressure pumping, remote mining, utility, and distributed generation industries. VoltaGrid's fully integrated artificial intelligence platform provides live emissions tracking, asset carbon intensity, automated back-office management and ESG reporting on a centralized database.
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LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. and LONDON, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE: APD) and Associated British Ports (ABP) announced today their intention to partner in bringing the first large scale, green hydrogen production facility to the UK.
The facility would import green ammonia from production locations operated by Air Products and its partners around the world. This would be used to produce green hydrogen, which would decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors such as transport and industry.
The UK Government has plans for 10GW of low-carbon hydrogen to be in production or construction by 2030. Currently there is no significant domestic production of such hydrogen in the UK. Air Products, as a first mover, aims to help drive progress towards the Government's targets, addressing the urgent task of decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors, and reduce the UK's dependency on fossil fuels.
Air Products and ABP are working together to bring the new green hydrogen facility to the Port of Immingham. The location will provide the required maritime infrastructure and offers good proximity to markets and the required utilities. ABP will invest in new infrastructure with a new jetty to service the import and export handling of liquid bulk products. In addition to handling green ammonia, the jetty is being designed so that it can accommodate other cargoes connected to the energy transition, including the import of liquified carbon dioxide (CO2) from carbon capture and storage projects for sequestration in the North Sea – thereby playing a significant role in the UK's energy transition.
Immingham sits within the UK's largest industrial cluster and in close proximity to proposed offshore transport and storage networks for CO2. The scheme follows on from an existing Air Products' plan to develop the UK's largest blue hydrogen facility in Immingham, making the Humber a major location for low-carbon energy production, businesses and jobs.
The project will bring a wide range of benefits to Immingham and the UK, including eliminating up to 580,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions each year, the equivalent of taking 20,000 diesel HGVs off UK roads, as well as reducing nitrous oxide and particulate emissions. In addition, the project will bring up to $4.6 billion in growth and financial benefits to the region and provide 1,400 direct jobs and approximately 1,600 indirect jobs for supply chains and local businesses.
This first-mover project stimulates demand and will support the development of a local and national green hydrogen market. It will be an important contributor to the Government's plans to make the UK a "global leader in low-carbon hydrogen."
"Globally Air Products supports the energy transition by developing real, first-mover projects. We are forging sustainable hydrogen supply chains with our partners and using our hydrogen knowledge and expertise to accelerate the energy transition," commented Ivo Bols, Air Products' President, Europe and Africa. "We are in positive talks with government ministers and officials about our plans to invest in UK green hydrogen. To enable our investment decision, we are seeking some policy assurances that a viable market will exist for our product."
Henrik L. Pedersen, ABP's Chief Executive Officer, commented: "ABP and the Humber are at the epicentre of the decarbonisation agenda and we are delighted to work with Air Products on this project, which will help deliver the UK's legal obligation to be net zero by 2050.
"ABP's ports are a vital part of the UK's energy transition, and we are making significant investments to support a range of renewable energy generation projects, including the expansion of Green Port Hull and the transformation of Port Talbot to help deliver the UK's ambition for floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea."
Air Products (NYSE: APD) is a world-leading industrial gases company in operation for over 80 years. Focused on serving energy, environment and emerging markets, the Company provides essential industrial gases, related equipment and applications expertise to customers in dozens of industries, including refining, chemical, metals, electronics, manufacturing, and food and beverage. Air Products is also the global leader in the supply of liquefied natural gas process technology and equipment. The Company develops, engineers, builds, owns and operates some of the world's largest industrial gas projects, including gasification projects that sustainably convert abundant natural resources into syngas for the production of high-value power, fuels and chemicals; carbon capture projects; and world-scale low- and zero-carbon hydrogen projects supporting global transportation and the energy transition.
The Company had fiscal 2021 sales of $10.3 billion from operations in over 50 countries and has a current market capitalization over $55 billion. More than 20,000 passionate, talented and committed employees from diverse backgrounds are driven by Air Products' higher purpose to create innovative solutions that benefit the environment, enhance sustainability and address the challenges facing customers, communities, and the world. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
ABP, the UK's leading ports group is Keeping Britain Trading with 21 ports and other transport related businesses, creating a unique national network capable of handling a vast array of cargo.
We are driving growth, contributing £7.5 billion to the UK economy every year and supporting over 119,000 jobs. Our current investment programme promises to further increase our contribution to regional economies around the UK.
ABP is also an essential partner for the Offshore Wind industry, providing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for over 50% of the sector's activity, as well as investing in infrastructure to realise future renewable energy generation.
ABP in numbers:
- ~ 90 million tonnes of cargo handled each year
- 5,000 hectares of port estate owned
- 1,000 hectares of open storage
- 1.4 million square metres of covered storage
- 87km of quay
- > 1.5 million vehicles every year
- ¼ of the UK's rail freight generated
- > £55 million investment made in low emission and renewable energy generation technologies
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FISHERS, Ind., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Verista, a leading business and technology company that provides systems, compliance, validation and quality solutions to life sciences clients, today announced the appointment of Bill Murray to the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Mr. Murray brings over 25 years of experience in financial transactions, healthcare operations, and international management. He is overseeing Verista's accounting, treasury, finance, risk management, budgeting, and reporting functions.
"Bill is an outstanding addition to Verista as our new CFO, given his vast leadership expertise in life sciences, healthcare, PE relationships, mergers and acquisitions, and so much more," said Manny Soman, CEO, Verista. "It is these industry-, financial- and growth-related acumen that are crucial as our company continues to expand at a rapid pace. We are very fortunate to have brought on Bill at exactly the right time. It's an honor to have him aboard."
Prior to joining Verista, Mr. Murray was CFO of multiple PE-backed companies and exits, including MPower Practice Management, Seamless Medical Systems, MedSynergies, and Allegro Development Corporation. Bill is active in the community, having served on the Board of Trustees and as President of Lauchability, a charity providing support and opportunities to adults with cognitive disabilities. He has an MBA from Columbia University and Bachelor's and Master's degrees from University College Dublin.
Verista is a leading business, technology and compliance company that enables clients to improve health and improve lives. We help clients solve their most critical and complex challenges across the GxP lifecycle, from preclinical and clinical to commercialization, manufacturing and distribution. This experience brings together decades of knowledge, the most advanced engagement platforms, as well as transformative technologies. This allows clients to benefit from the ease, efficiency, and trust that results from working with one partner who excels across specialties. Verista's clients trust the company's 700+ experts to deliver consistent, safe, and high-quality results across the product development lifecycle in the areas of quality and compliance, manufacturing solutions, and life sciences consulting.
Contact: Tom Libonate, tom.libonate@verista.com
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Masters champ Scheffler, Johnson among those missing PGA cut
By DAVE SKRETTA
AP Sports Writer
TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Masters champion Scottie Scheffler’s run of extraordinary play came to an end with a missed cut at the PGA Championship. Scheffler has four wins already this year and the No. 1 ranking. He shot rounds of 71 and 75 at Southern Hills, closing his second round with a three-putt double bogey. He was joined on the wrong side of the cut line by Dustin Johnson, Adam Scott and Patrick Cantlay. Tiger Woods made the cut with one shot to spare and Collin Morikawa made it on the number. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/20/masters-champ-scheffler-johnson-among-those-missing-pga-cut/ | 2022-05-21T01:35:57Z |
Yankees GM Cashman brushes off Crane’s scandal comments
CHICAGO (AP) — New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is brushing off Houston owner Jim Crane’s recent comments about the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal. Speaking to reporters before New York’s series opener against the White Sox, Cashman called Crane’s remarks “deflection” and “trying to equate probably an equivalent of a parking ticket to maybe 162 felonies.” Houston was punished by Major League Baseball after it found the Astros used electronics to steal signs during their run to the franchise’s 2017 World Series title. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/12/yankees-gm-cashman-brushes-off-cranes-scandal-comments/ | 2022-05-13T00:44:46Z |
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a safety cone to provide advanced warning to approaching motorists regarding lane closures and other issues," said an inventor, from Henderson, Nev., "so I invented the I T C. My design offers an improved alternative to standard cones that are only acknowledged when actually seen."
The invention provides an improved design for a traffic safety cone. In doing so, it offers added warnings and guidance for motorists approaching construction sites and danger zones. As a result, it enhances safety and communication. The invention features a durable and attention-getting design that is easy to use so it is ideal for road work companies, construction companies, public works departments, etc. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Las Vegas sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-LGT-207, 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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Publication highlights company's commitment to employees, subcontractors, homebuyers and the planet
DENVER, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MDC), parent company to the Richmond American Homes companies, recently announced the release of its first Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. The publication highlights the company's environmental initiatives, social practices and corporate governance, and concludes with a performance and impact analysis that will serve as a baseline for future progress.
The Richmond American companies bring cost-effective, environmentally friendly homes to customers by working to create efficiencies and providing common features, materials and product dimensions across plans when feasible to minimize waste.
- Responsible land development practices, including geotechnical investigations, environmental site assessments, geophysical studies, wetland studies and other biological and cultural assessments, as applicable to the site
- National average HERS® score improved from 65 in 2013 to to 51 in 2021, with a goal to achieve a score of 50 or less by 2025
- 14,802 ENERGY STAR®-qualified new homes built from 2000 through June 2021
- Closed on 5,682 homes with solar panels installed through June 2021, and solar program is expanding
The Richmond American companies prioritize the health and welfare of employees, subcontractors and homebuyers. This is achieved by cultivating a positive and inclusive company culture, as well as establishing policies that protect employees and subcontractors. In recent years, this included measures to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
- MDC/Richmond American Homes Foundation, funded by M.D.C. Holdings, Inc., has made more than $20 million in charitable donations
- Employee volunteering and charitable match program
- Competitive benefits promoting health, wellness and long-term financial stability of employees
- Company-wide training and policies that set the standard for creating a positive company culture that's safe, ethical and inclusive
Strong company leadership and an engaged board dedicated to ESG are propelling the Richmond American companies forward on sustainability initiatives. A well-established Corporate Code of Conduct and closely governed company policies set the foundation for meeting environmental and social goals in the future.
- Increasingly diverse corporate management with an average of 15 years of experience at the company as of February 2022
- Expansion of positive impacts in the communities in which the Richmond American companies operate by providing funding to the MDC/Richmond American Homes Foundation
- Developed an ESG policy to outline approach to ESG matters and guide business practices
"As we look to the future, we will leverage the core principles that led to our past success, while welcoming new perspectives that allow our organization to meet new challenges. If there is anything the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us, it is that life on our planet is fragile. We will continue to work toward sustainability so we can leave a legacy for the next generation," said Larry A. Mizel, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, M.D.C. Holdings, Inc.
For more information on M.D.C. Holdings, Inc.'s ESG initiatives, view the full report at ir.richmondamerican.com.
Operating under the name Richmond American Homes, MDC's homebuilding subsidiaries have built more than 220,000 homes since 1977. Among the nation's largest homebuilders, MDC's subsidiary companies have operations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Mortgage lending, plus insurance and title services are offered by the following MDC subsidiaries, respectively: HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation, American Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and American Home Title and Escrow Company. M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "MDC." For more information, visit MDCHoldings.com.
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Kingston man taken to hospital after firework accident at Lake Murray
ENOS, Okla. (KXII) - A Kingston man was hit in the face by fireworks on Sunday night.
The Enos Cardinal Cove Fire department said it happened on an area locals call Middle Beach, between Taylor’s Island View and Oakview Beach near Enos, Ok. First responders told News 12 it’s hard to get to that area without a four-wheeler.
Enos Cardinal Cove fire Chief Joshua Gillette said his department was running calls left and right for Independence Day Weekend.
“We had a small grassfire off of Thompson road due to fireworks,” Gillette said.
When they got the call about a fireworks accident on Lake Texoma, they had just finished fighting a grass fire. The department immediately headed out to the lake.
“Once we found out where they were located on the beach, we had a male laying on his back breathing, talking,” Gillette said.
Gillette said Jared Davis was lying on the wet sand by the water. Friends had brought wet rags to cool his burns. But in order to get to him - and get him to treatment - they had to get through the dry sand, which was loose, so they carried him.
“You need a four wheel drive vehicle to get there and I didnt wanna risk aggravating any further injuries by putting him in the back of a side by side,” Gillette said. “So I figured carrying him was the easiest way. We ended up putting a bandage around his face where the burns were and started treating shock, put him on a backboard and a blanket cause he was cold. We had to carry him up 250 yards to where the parking lot was.”
Then they waited for the ambulance to arrive.
Davis was taken to a Plano hospital. His mom told News 12 he had a successful surgery Tuesday morning, and began feeling better after his burns were cleaned and stitched up.
Kacey Davis said her son is a hard worker, but will have to take time off to heal.
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Total healthcare costs for an average person reach $6,859
SEATTLE, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm, today released the 2022 Milliman Medical Index (MMI), which measures healthcare costs for individuals and families receiving coverage from an employer-sponsored preferred provider plan (PPO).
"After years of trending in a constantly upward direction, healthcare costs took a detour from the norm in 2020 and 2021," said Dave Liner, co-author of the Milliman Medical Index. "After declining for the first time in 2020, and then climbing by an unprecedented 13% in 2021, healthcare trends this year have stabilized at 4.6%."
"Most years, healthcare costs climb faster than any other costs affecting families," said Mike Gaal, co-author of the Milliman Medical Index. "In 2022, for the first time in the 17-year history of our study, the healthcare trend is less than the overall inflation rate."
In 2022, healthcare costs for our hypothetical family of four reached $30,260 while costs for the average person reached $6,859. While these are averages, the MMI allows for greater specificity thanks to an interactive tool that allows people to calculate costs for themselves or their own family. To use the interactive tool, go to http://us.milliman.com/MMIfamilies/.
"The MMI is unique in its ability to assess current year costs and trends, and because it reconciles to the most comprehensive dataset available as experience becomes available," said Doug Norris, co-author of the Milliman Medical Index. "In spring of 2020 we correctly recognized rapidly declining utilization of healthcare services. As time has gone on, we have gotten a better understanding of the volatility at play as the pandemic took hold—and then again as utilization and costs shot upward in 2021."
One of the things that makes the MMI unique is that it calculates both employer and employee contributions to healthcare costs, including out-of-pocket costs incurred at the point of care.
"As healthcare costs go up this year, employees and employers are shouldering a fairly event split of the increase," said Paul Houchens, co-author of the MMI. "Employee costs are up 4.7% and employer costs are up 5.3%."
"It's been a wild ride these last few years but in 2021 the MMI finally surpasses $30,000 for a hypothetical American family," said Annie Mann, co-author of the MMI. "It was only ten years ago that the MMI surpassed $20,000."
To view the complete MMI, go to http://us.milliman.com/MMI/.
About Milliman
Milliman is among the world's largest providers of actuarial and related products and services. The firm has consulting practices in healthcare, property & casualty insurance, life insurance and financial services, and employee benefits. Founded in 1947, Milliman is an independent firm with offices in major cities around the globe. For further information, visit www.milliman.com.
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Stolen Riley Co. fencing equipment costs owner around $3K
Published: Jul. 14, 2022 at 11:51 AM CDT|Updated: 43 minutes ago
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Riley Co. officials are searching for information surrounding stolen fencing equipment which cost the owner about $3,000.
The Riley Co. Police Department says around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, officers were called to the intersection of Barton Rd. and Tuttle Creek Blvd. with reports of theft.
When officials arrived, they said a 44-year-old male victim reported his Bobcat posthole auger and an Owatonna steel bucket were stolen, costing him about $3,000.
Anyone with information about the crime should call RCPD at 785-537-2112 or the Manhattan Riley Co. Crime Stoppers at 785-539-7777.
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U.S. Business receives employee-driven honor
HERSHEY, Pa., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) is proud that its U.S. business has been Certified™ by Great Place to Work®. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Hershey. This year's survey of current Hershey employees noted justice, pride and leadership as particular strengths for the company. Hershey's U.S. business joins operations in Brazil and India in earning this certification honor.
Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.
"Great Place to Work Certification™ isn't something that comes easily – it takes ongoing dedication to the employee experience," said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, vice president of global recognition at Great Place to Work. "It's the only official recognition determined by employees' real-time reports of their company culture. Earning this designation means that The Hershey Company is one of the best companies to work for in the country."
"Being named a Great Place to Work-Certified company further validates our culture and our 128-year legacy of making moments of goodness," said Michele Buck, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, The Hershey Company. "Inspired by our remarkable people who bring our purpose to life, we are committed to living our values every day and ensuring our company remains a great place to work."
The certification underscores Hershey's on-going commitment to foster a positive employee experience, with inclusivity, equity and mentorship initiatives driving tangible results. Hershey empowers people to be themselves while owning and growing their own careers to their full potential. In 2022, the company launched an enterprise-wide career development program so employees could learn and practice new ideas, behaviors and skills. Additionally, Hershey is committed to supporting employees through a set of competitive and wide-ranging benefits to help them be well, plan for their future, and balance work and life. To continue supporting employees and their growing families, Hershey will increase salaried parental leave to up to 20 weeks in 2023.
"This honor directly reflects the thoughts and opinions of our employees, which is the highest praise we could receive," added Chris Scalia, Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer, The Hershey Company. "To address the challenges of the past two years, our leadership team has harnessed the power of continuous and active listening, created a safe and open workplace through public acts of vulnerability, and fostered value creation through putting our employees' well-being first. These initiatives are making a difference, and we will continue to engage our people to create a workplace that's welcoming, inclusive and reflective of our purpose and values."
According to Great Place to Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified great workplace. Additionally, employees at Certified workplaces are 93% more likely to look forward to coming to work, and are twice as likely to be paid fairly, earn a fair share of the company's profits and have a fair chance at promotion.
We're hiring!
Looking to grow your career at a company that puts its people first? Visit our careers page at: careers.thehersheycompany.com.
About The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and is an industry-leading snacks company known for bringing goodness to the world through its iconic brands, remarkable people and enduring commitment to help children succeed. Hershey has approximately 19,000 employees around the world who work every day to deliver delicious, quality products. The company has more than 100 brand names in approximately 80 countries around the world that drive more than $8.9 billion in annual revenues, including such iconic brand names as Hershey's, Reese's, Kit Kat®, Jolly Rancher and Ice Breakers, and fast-growing salty snacks including SkinnyPop, Pirate's Booty and Dot's Homestyle Pretzels.
For more than 125 years, Hershey has been committed to operating fairly, ethically and sustainably. Hershey founder, Milton Hershey, created the Milton Hershey School in 1909 and since then the company has focused on helping children succeed.
About Great Place to Work Certification™
Great Place to Work® Certification™ is the most definitive "employer-of-choice" recognition that companies aspire to achieve. It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience – specifically, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace. Great Place to Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000 companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place to Work-Certified.
About Great Place to Work®
Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, they have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Their employee survey platform empowers leaders with the feedback, real-time reporting and insights they need to make data-driven people decisions. Everything they do is driven by the mission to build a better world by helping every organization become a great place to work For All™. Learn more at greatplacetowork.com and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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NAACP: Michigan attorney general must investigate Lyoya case
Published: Apr. 26, 2022 at 6:01 PM CDT|Updated: 18 minutes ago
(AP) - A civil rights group is demanding that the Michigan attorney general investigate the police shooting of Patrick Lyoya, warning the longstanding relationship between the county prosecutor’s office and Grand Rapids police could lead to bias.
The president of the Greater Grand Rapids NAACP says he personally asked Chris Becker to recuse himself but the Kent County prosecutor declined.
Cle Jackson says there are too many conflicts of interest. But Becker says he won’t give up the case.
Lyoya, a 26-year-old Black man, was shot in the back of the head by a white Grand Rapids officer after an April 4 traffic stop. State police are investigating the shooting.
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Britt Reid to enter plea in DWI crash that left 5-year-old Ariel Young seriously injured
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Britt Reid, a former Chiefs coach and the son of Andy Reid, is expected to plead guilty to charges stemming from a DWI crash.
He was involved in a crash on Feb. 4, 2021, that left 5-year-old Ariel Young with critical injuries. She was five years old at the time of the incident.
Reid was charged with DWI - causing serious physical injury.
Online court records state Reid, will enter his guilty plea on Monday at 10 a.m. He will likely avoid a criminal trial by entering the plea.
The night of the crash, a Chevrolet Impala ran out of gas near I-435 and Stadium Drive. The driver called a relative, who pulled up to the scene to help. That’s when a Ram pickup truck struck both vehicles. Britt Reid was identified as the driver.
Following the crash, an officer reported that Reid smelled of alcohol and his eyes were bloodshot. When asked if he had been drinking, the officer said Reid told him he had 2-3 drinks, and that he was on Adderall. According to court records, the officer conducted several sobriety tests and Reid showed signs of impairment.
Ariel suffered a traumatic brain injury and was hospitalized for weeks. In November, the girl’s family and the Chiefs announced they had reached a care plan for the child.
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Partners with FuelsEurope to Develop Metaverse Experience Showcasing the Future of Sustainability
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BRUSSELS, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Infinite Reality, the Metaverse entertainment and innovation company, and FuelsEurope, the fuel manufacturers association, announce the successful preview of the companies' first Metaverse experience. Presented initially at the recent Grand Prix de Pau 2022, the revolutionary digital world highlighted innovative low-carbon liquid fuels for the over 100,000 attendees, race spectators, and dignitaries as part of FuelsEurope's Clean Fuels for All initiative. This initial experience connects with a broader Metaverse project which is focused on sustainability in the EU, and designed and developed by the Los Angeles-based Infinite Reality. To preview this brave new world, please visit cleanfuelsforall.eu/metaverse-experience.
Hoping to promote the role of low-carbon liquid fuels and raise the awareness of these sustainable fuels with users and citizens, FuelsEurope selected the Grand Prix de Pau as the perfect platform to showcase their campaign. "Informing users and citizens about the availability, sustainability, and ease of use of low-carbon liquid fuels is now a priority for FuelsEurope," said Alain Mathuren, Communication Director FuelsEurope. "We were looking for a channel that would allow us to simplify the information, but also visualise it and walk our stakeholders inside the technologies to bring them as close as possible to the fuels. Given its outstanding potential, Metaverse became the obvious solution. The technical potential of Metaverse will enable users and citizens to be better informed on the future of mobility, on their future mobility options, and assess the sustainability of each technology from the feedstock to the final use. At FuelsEurope we believe that informing our customers and users is critical to allow them to embark on the low-carbon journey critically needed to address the climate challenge."
Through this critical partnership, Infinite Reality is able to affirm the company's commitment to sustainable development and global responsibility. The historic racing event not only featured car races powered by low-carbon technologies and low-carbon liquid fuels, it, most importantly, raised awareness about the transition to clean sources of energy and the innovative technologies available for individual mobility. Infinite Reality was delighted to partner with FuelsEurope to transport viewers into the sustainable future via an immersive and deeply engaging Metaverse experience.
"Infinite Reality looks forward to deepening our engagement with FuelsEurope, expanding our footprint in Europe, and exploring opportunities to support sustainable businesses, government initiatives, and educational events with innovative and truly immersive Metaverse experiences," said Infinite Reality CEO John Acunto.
Infinite Reality is fostering a revolution of data, commerce, online authenticity, and digital transparency. Our vision of an open Metaverse makes each brand, creator, and fan the master of their own internet experience, their own data, the ways in which they distribute content and sell products, and the ways in which they interact with one another. iR provides the tools and services that companies and creators need to develop compelling open Metaverse experiences. Our Metaverse Empowerment Group advises, manages, designs, and oversees these custom features leveraging our expert internal and creator community resources. iR's Entertainment division, anchored by Thunder Studios, provides production, broadcasting, and streaming services to the world's best talent, brands, and creators. Infinite Reality has all of the resources to seamlessly create and broadcast content into and from the Metaverse. For more information visit theinfinitereality.com.
FuelsEurope represents with the EU institutions the interest of 40 Companies operating refineries in the EU. For more information visit: www.fuelseurope.eu
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Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano: Two female boxers headline at Madison Square Garden for the first time in its 140-year history
By Kikue Higuchi and Don Riddell CNN
For the first time in its 140-year history, two female boxers are headlining at Madison Square Garden as undisputed lightweight champion Katie Taylor goes toe-to-toe with seven-weight champion Amanda Serrano in the ring on Saturday.
“I think this is one of those history making fights. Male or female, the sport hasn’t seen a fight like this before,” the 35-year-old Taylor told CNN Sport’s Don Riddell.
“I feel like after Saturday night, people are going to be talking about myself and Amanda Serrano in years and years to come.”
The ‘World’s Most Famous Arena’ will be a fitting venue for a battle between the best in the world; both ESPN and DAZN have Taylor ranked first and Serrano second pound-for-pound.
This will be the boxing’s first fight between the pound-for-pound No. 1 and No. 2 since 2008, when Manny Pacquiao defeated Juan Manuel Marquez. The fight will be televised exclusively by DAZN starting at 7:30 p.m. ET.
A 2012 Olympic gold medalist, Taylor (20-0, 6 knockouts) is putting her lightweight titles in the WBA, IBF, WBO, WBC and The Ring on the line. The 33-year-old Serrano (42-1-1, 30 knockouts), has earned world titles across seven weight classes ranging from 115 to 140 pounds. Last year, she successfully defended her WBO and WBC featherweight titles.
“We’re two great champions in our prime and it’s going to make for such an amazing fight,” said Taylor. “I think stylistically we might do very, very well together. She’s obviously a very, very aggressive fighter and so am I. So, I think it’s going to be a very, very exciting fight. I just can’t wait for it.”
Knowing your worth
There was a time when Taylor thought this fight would never happen.
It had previously been set for May 2, 2020 but was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. When the time came to reschedule both Taylor and Serrano decided to fight for a bigger payday, delaying the match even further.
“You obviously know your worth when you are capable of selling out arenas and selling out stadiums. We’re both in a position where we’re able to do it, and not just sell out a stadium but sell out Madison Square Garden, which is very, very special,” said Taylor.
Speaking to the MMA Hour in January, Jake Paul confirmed that both boxers would earn seven figures for the match. In 2021, Puerto Rican Serrano, who lives in Brooklyn, signed with Paul’s company, Most Valuable Promotions, which is co-promoting the fight with Matchroom Sport.
A long-time pioneer in the sport, securing her own payday isn’t enough for Taylor — she wants her success to start spreading throughout the rest of women’s boxing.
“I feel like we have covered a lot of ground over the last few years in terms of the paycheck and the purses, but I still feel like we still have a long way to go as well,” she told CNN.
“It’s not okay that myself and Amanda are just the ones that are getting the big paychecks, but that has to carry over onto the other female fighters as well and I hope that can happen.”
Trailblazers
Taylor and Serrano are widely credited with the recent rise in popularity of women’s boxing. Since going pro in 2016, Taylor has seen huge changes in her sport.
“When I first turned pro six years ago, it was very, very unusual to see a female fight on a card, but right now you’re seeing female fights in every single boxing card and you’re seeing the female fighters as household names as well, which is absolutely incredible,” said Taylor.
“I think for the first time, people are actually seeing the best in women’s boxing. They’re seeing the best versus the best and just the skill that actually involves.”
Growing up, Taylor looked to Christy Martin and Deidre Gogarty for representation in the ring. Now, being at the forefront of her sport, Taylor recognizes that she is a source of inspiration for young female boxers.
“It is definitely a big responsibility, it’s also just more like a privilege to me. You want to have this influence and influence is an absolute privilege. I feel very, very lucky and blessed to be in this position.” said Taylor, who grow up in Bray, near Dublin in the Republic of Ireland.
“When I started boxing as a 10 or 11 year-old, there was no female fighters at all in the country and when I walk into every single boxing gym right now in Ireland, every single gym is packed with female fighters; and the talent that I’m seeing, they’re absolute superstars in the making. That, to me, is the most satisfying part about this journey.”
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The Fed was late to inflation. Will it miss the next big risk?
By Julia Horowitz, CNN Business
The Federal Reserve is finally getting aggressive in its bid to fight decades-high inflation.
What’s happening: The central bank is expected to hike interest rates by half a percentage point on Wednesday for the first time since 2000. Investors think it will deliver hikes of the same magnitude in June and July.
But arriving late to the scene will have consequences.
Boosting rates just as growth starts slowing comes with a heightened risk of cooling activity so much it triggers a recession. And in just a few months, the Fed may pay the price for playing catch-up.
“I think they’re paying too much attention to what’s happened in the past and not enough attention to what’s happening going forward,” Guillaume Menuet, Citi Private Bank’s head of investment strategy and economics in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, told me.
Breaking it down: The Fed knows it needs to act decisively to keep inflation expectations from getting out of hand and to protect its credibility.
In March 2021, the central bank predicted median inflation in 2022 of just 2%. Fast forward one year, and the central bank’s preferred measure of tracking consumer prices put inflation at 6.6%, the highest level in 40 years.
“We are late, late, late,” said Pascal Blanqué, chairman of the Amundi Institute.
But getting tough right now won’t be a clear fix for the problem. While raising interest rates sends an important signal, it typically takes 12 to 18 months for the impact of such a move to feed through to the economy.
Plus, while hiking rates can help put a lid on hot demand, it won’t do anything to tackle the supply chain issues that have been a key driver of higher prices.
Meanwhile, the recovery from the pandemic is losing steam. Consumer spending is still strong, but news that the US economy shrank in the first three months of 2022 surprised economists.
Elevated energy prices pose a big risk to consumption in the coming quarters, and a slowdown of activity in Europe and China could have global ramifications.
All this means that later this year, the Fed could find itself in a bind once again. Fed Chair Jerome Powell will face another conundrum: Should the central bank keep hiking interest rates to address inflation even if it tips the economy into recession, like Paul Volcker did in the early 1980s?
While Powell has expressed admiration for Volcker, both Menuet and Blanqué think it’s unlikely that the Fed’s current leader will channel his tactics for long. Since the 2008 financial crisis, the world has gotten very used to cheap money. That — plus the Fed’s delay in starting to hike — will make it harder for the central bank to stay the course.
“I think it’s probably going to be a case of short and sharp,” Menuet said, referring to the Fed’s tightening cycle.
Watch this space: The market expects the Fed to hike rates at every meeting for the rest of the year, achieving a main interest rate of more than 3% by the end of the 2022. If the Fed decides to prioritize normalizing interest rates over potential economic fallout, that’s certainly possible.
But analysts at the Wells Fargo Investment Institute note that over time, interest rates have topped out at progressively lower levels. In 2006, they peaked at 5.25%, while in 2018, they only got as high as 2.5%. This time? Well, that depends on how long the Fed thinks it needs to compensate for its miscalculation on inflation.
EU proposes ban on Russian oil imports
The European Union is proposing to ban all oil imports from Russia and remove the country’s biggest bank, Sberbank, from the SWIFT international payments network.
The latest: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday the measures would form part of a sixth round of sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, my CNN Business colleague Mark Thompson reports.
“We now propose a ban on Russian oil,” she said during a speech to the European Parliament. “Let’s be clear: it will not be easy. But we simply have to work on it. We will make sure that we phase out Russian oil in an orderly fashion, to maximize pressure on Russia, while minimizing the impact on our own economies.”
Crude oil supply would be phased out within six months, and imports of refined oil products by the end of 2022, she added.
News of the proposal, which still needs the approval of all EU member states, boosted crude oil prices. Last year, Russia accounted for about 27% of EU oil imports. The bloc will need to find supply elsewhere at a time when the market is already strained.
Market reaction: Brent futures, the global benchmark, rose more than 4% to above $109 a barrel, while US oil futures climbed above $106.80.
Oil prices have risen by about 40% since the start of the year on fears that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine will deliver a supply shock, fueling inflation and piling pressure on European economies.
EU countries have already agreed to phase out Russian coal imports but the bloc has found it much harder to reach consensus on oil sanctions despite weeks of talks.
But it’s not a done deal yet. Hungary recently reiterated its opposition to an oil embargo, and Slovakia is reportedly seeking an exemption.
There are a record number of open jobs in America
Want another sign that the Federal Reserve is in a tight spot? Just look at the latest data on US job openings, which hit a record high in March.
The United States had 11.5 million open positions that month, the highest level since the Bureau of Labor Statistics started keeping track in 2000. The number of Americans who quit their jobs also hit an all-time high of 4.5 million.
On one hand, the data is a sign that the Federal Reserve has been effective in its aim of keeping policy loose to support the job market’s recovery from the pandemic, even as it overlooked inflation. Companies are creating hundreds of thousands of jobs each month, and people who want better pay or working conditions are finding it easy to switch from one role to another.
“Workers continue to quit and get hired at fast rates in today’s economy,” said Elise Gould, senior economist at the progressive Economic Policy Institute. “This ‘churn’ is a positive sign of a strengthening labor market where workers can quit, search and obtain new opportunities.”
But the massive number of job openings has also become part of the problem.
Employers need to pay more to find the workers they need, raising their costs. They then hike prices to maintain their margins — which in turn compels workers to ask for even higher wages to cover their expenses, creating a vicious cycle known as the “wage-price spiral” that policymakers are desperate to avoid.
Up next
CVS Health, Dine Brands, Marriott, Moderna and Uber report results before US markets open. Booking Holdings, Etsy, Hostess Brands and Spirit Airlines follow after the close.
Also today:
- The ISM Non-Manufacturing Index, which tracks the US services sector, posts at 10 a.m. ET.
- The Fed’s latest policy announcement arrives at 2 p.m. ET, followed by a press conference with Powell.
Coming tomorrow: Earnings from Kellogg, DoorDash, Live Nation and Monster Beverage.
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Police on Monday said they have arrested one man who is a suspect in Sunday's mass shooting in Sacramento that killed six people and wounded 12 others.
Dandre Martin, 26, was identified as a "related suspect" and was booked on assault and illegal firearm possession charges, according to a release from Sacramento police.
CNN is seeking comment from legal representation for Martin.
During the initial investigation, detectives found more than 100 shell casings and discovered at least three buildings and three cars that had been hit by bullets.
Police served search warrants at three homes and at least one handgun was recovered. Authorities said they have received more than 100 video or photo files in a tip portal.
Police Chief Katherine Lester said Sunday there were multiple shooters and a large fight occurred before the gunfire.
The Sacramento County Coroner's Office on Monday identified the six victims who died:
-- Johntaya Alexander, 21
-- Melinda Davis, 57
-- Sergio Harris, 38
-- Joshua Hoye-Lucchesi, 32
-- Yamile Martinez-Andrade, 21
-- Devazia Turner, 29
The tragedy has devastated the victims' families, confounded the community and angered those who are frustrated by yet another mass shooting.
"My son was a very vivacious young man," Harris' mother Pamela Harris told CNN affiliate KOVR. She said her son smiled all the time and never bothered anyone.
"And for this to happen, it's crazy," she said. "And I'm just to the point right now (where) I don't know what to do. I don't even think this is real."
State Attorney General Rob Bonta urged the public to come forward with any information about the shooting.
"Enough is enough. The sickening gun violence plaguing our communities must end," he said.
"There have been about as many mass shootings in America as days so far in 2022. My office continues our work to get illegal guns off our streets, hold those responsible for gun violence accountable, and push for -- and defend in court -- commonsense gun laws. This work is urgent. We must act now."
A senseless mass tragedy
A large crowd had gathered near 10th and K streets when gunfire erupted around 2 a.m. Sunday, Lester said. But she said it's not clear whether the crowd was connected to a particular venue or event.
A video posted on social media appears to show an altercation before the shooting, police said in a statement. "We are currently working to determine what, if any, relation these events have to the shooting," the statement said.
Police said part of the incident was captured on a nearby camera.
Lester said a stolen handgun was among the hundreds of pieces of evidence found at the scene.
The mass shooting happened in a busy part of downtown, just a few blocks from the California State Capitol, Sacramento City Hall and the Golden 1 Center, where the Sacramento Kings played the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.
"Obviously, it's an incredible tragedy. I hope it doesn't put a bold eye on our city because I think it's a great place to be and a great place to live," Sacramento Kings head coach Alvin Gentry said.
"It's unfortunate that something like that can still happen nowadays in an environment where everybody is out having fun," he said. "The gun thing has to change. The accessibility to guns in general, but to automatic weapons is my own personal opinion."
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said he thought it was appropriate for both teams to observe a moment of silence before the game.
"But I'll be honest, it's probably the ninth or tenth moment of silence that I will have experienced as coach of the Warriors, when we mourn the losses of people who have died in mass shootings," Kerr said. "So I don't think moments of silence are gonna do anything."
'Thoughts and prayers are not enough'
Mayor Darrell Steinberg said solutions -- not well wishes -- are needed to help change the trajectory of gun violence in America.
"Thoughts and prayers are not enough," he said. "It is beyond time to have a sane conversation (about) guns in America. We have a sickness -- it's a sickness in our country, it's a sickness in our culture."
He said Sacramento will keep investing in programs focused on early intervention and violence prevention for young people.
"In our city, we will take stock and we will do everything we can -- on the investment side, on the public safety side, on the gun side -- to protect the public," Steinberg said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a statement saying the "scourge of gun violence continues to be a crisis in our country, and we must resolve to bring an end to this carnage."
And President Joe Biden said Sacramento is "another community devastated by gun violence" and called on Congress to act on gun control measures.
"In a single act in Sacramento, six individuals left dead and at least a dozen more injured," Biden said in a statement. "Families forever changed. Survivors left to heal wounds both visible and invisible."
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5-star recruit Fisher from Canada signs with Texas Tech
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Five-star prospect Elijah Fisher from Canada has signed a financial aid agreement with Texas Tech. The versatile 6-foot-7 player is reclassifying to the Class of 2022 and plans to join the Big 12 program this summer. Red Raiders coach Mark Adams announced the signing Thursday. The 18-year-old Fisher is coming off his junior year at Crestwood Academy in Toronto. He was in his sixth season competing at the varsity level since first doing so as a sixth-grader. Fisher averaged 28 points, 13 rebounds, seven assists and three steals per game this season for Crestwood. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/26/5-star-recruit-fisher-from-canada-signs-with-texas-tech/ | 2022-05-27T05:20:26Z |
ALL-AGES FRIGHTFULLY FUN & IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE BRINGS THE ENTIRE HOLIDAY TO LIFE IN ONE BEWITCHED EXPANSIVE PLACE
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Experiential Supply Co., an innovative experiential productions and attractions company that drives high profile viral destination experiences, and Fever, the global entertainment discovery platform, today announced the return of their groundbreaking, one-of-a-kind Halloween experience: Haunt O' Ween LA. The fully immersive spooktacular event will take place September 30th-October 31st, 2022 at 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd. in Woodland Hills, California. Hundreds of thousands of guests are expected to enjoy over 200,000 square feet of the most over-the-top, spooky fun, and authentic Halloween environments in the entire country. The state-of-the-art event also is expanding nationally this season with a new New Jersey location.
All Hallows Eve, by its very nature and origin, has always been communal - bringing people together for the shared escapade of turning fear into fun. Though the past two years have put a wrinkle in that, Haunt O' Ween's epic concept is one of the first in the country to put the entire holiday on display in one place - in one very vast and unique format.
Comprised of nine distinctive and wholly immersive worlds, Haunt O' Ween LA lets guests adventure through the massive grounds with thousands of photo ops, over 25 live character performers that they can engage and interact with, face painting, rides, games, trick-or-treating, dancing, and more. Additionally, there is no time limit, so guests are welcome to stay for hours and enjoy all the ghoulish mayhem.
New attractions for 2022 include: Dance Domes in Beyond The Grave Rave, more rides, games, and even more candy. The organizers have spent almost $1,000,000 on candy this year - all to trick and treat the attendees. Live music, stunt performances, and pumpkin carving will also thrill guests this year.
"We've worked very hard this year to put on the country's largest and most magical Halloween experience for all ages. Over 200,000 square feet of immersive thematics flooded with interactivity, all built on the foundation of Halloween – trick-or-treating, pumpkins, costumes, and spooky fun," said Jasen Smith, Experiential Supply Founder & Chief Experience Officer. "We cannot wait to welcome thousands of families in the Southern Cal and New Jersey area this year to our massive creation. Make sure to bring your sweet tooth this year!"
Experiential Supply was born in the entertainment industry, putting on large scale experiences for film studios in Hollywood. From themed interactive screenings to multimillion-dollar micro theme parks to promote theatrical releases, the events were always free to attend and promotional in nature. Once the pandemic hit, the company began creating their own experiences - Haunt O' Ween LA was born in October 2020. The original experience was designed as a drive-thru to make sure kids could still trick or treat. Cars would drive from house to house (that were built by the company) and candy was quite literally dumped into their cars. Similarly crafted events are their Christmas Wonderland and Sugar Rush - a candy-inspired Wonka-like world.
In 2021, Haunt O' Ween LA transformed into an in-person format, focusing on the engaging nature of Halloween and immersing guests in a myriad of activities. Over 100,000 attendees received over 3,000,000 pieces of candy.
"This is about families having a safe and incredibly fun place to enjoy the holiday and there's just nothing like it." adds Smith.
There will be plenty of food and beverages available so that families can enjoy a full night out. Past sponsorships include FX - What We Do in The Shadows, Warner Bros. Pictures The Witches, KiwiCo, Happy Dad Hard Seltzer, Malibu Wines, and The Addams Family 2.
The Haunt O' Ween LA experience is brought to you by Experiential Supply and Fever, two experts in their fields. Combining their decades of experience, the companies have partnered to curate this innovative production while they continue to conquer and elevate the immersive space together.
Tickets start at $40. Tickets can be purchased at www.hauntoween.com. For a taste of all Haunt O' Ween LA has to offer, please visit: https://vimeo.com/627608821
Experiential Supply is an award-winning company to which the Hollywood film industry turns when it comes to creating large-scale, immersive experiences for such big budget movies as IT: Chapter 2, Ready Player One, The LEGO Movie, Smallfoot, and more!
Fever is the leading global live-entertainment discovery platform, helping millions of people every week to discover the best experiences in their cities, with a mission to democratize access to culture and entertainment in real life. Through its platform, Fever inspires users to enjoy unique local experiences and events, from immersive exhibitions, interactive theatrical experiences, festivals, to molecular cocktail pop-ups, while empowering creators with data and technology to create and expand experiences across the world.
Contact:
Shae Savin
Experiential Supply
732-691-8559
Info@experientialsupply.com
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- Radiopharm will shortly initiate a PD-L1 Phase 1 therapeutic study in Australia in patients with NSCLC
- Radiopharm acquired from NanoMab, Ltd. worldwide rights to PD-L1 technology for therapeutic use, as well as to imaging rights in China
MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Radiopharm Theranostics (ASX:RAD, "Radiopharm" or the "Company"), a developer of a world-class platform of radiopharmaceutical products for both diagnostic and therapeutic uses, is pleased to announce that it has entered a collaboration agreement with Lantheus for the mutually beneficial development of NM-01, a nanobody made using genetically engineered camelid derived single domain antibodies, that can be labelled with radioisotopes to potentially diagnose and treat multiple tumor types.
In a separate, concurrent agreement, Radiopharm acquired from NanoMab the imaging rights of NM-01 for the strategic Chinese market and worldwide IP rights for any therapeutic use (previously a licencing right).
Radiopharm will shortly initiate a Phase 1 therapeutic trial in Australia in patients with PD-L1 + non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Radiopharm and Lantheus have agreed to cross-reference each other's data to accelerate the development plans for the PD-L1 assets, including the development and regulatory process with USA Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other key regulatory agencies.
Lantheus provides innovative diagnostics, targeted therapeutics and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that empower clinicians to Find, Fight and Follow disease. Lantheus holds the exclusive imaging rights to NM-01, apart from China, and recently commenced a Phase 2 clinical trial of NM-01 to evaluate PD-L1 expression in NSCLC patients.
Pursuant to the collaboration agreement, Lantheus will provide the diagnostic product candidate of NM-01 to Radiopharm for use in its therapeutic clinical trials. NM-01 will be used to assess PD-L1 expression during patient selection. In addition, under the agreement, Radiopharm and Lantheus have the option to expand their collaboration to additional assets and potential licensing opportunities in Radiopharm's pipeline.
Radiopharm's CEO & Managing Director Riccardo Canevari said:
"We are excited to have entered a strategically important relationship with Lantheus. We look forward to seeing the results of the Phase 2 PD-L1 imaging trial and to continuing our relationship with Lantheus into the future."
Lantheus' Chief Business Officer, Etienne Montagut said:
"We are pleased to enter into a strategic collaboration with Radiopharm to further the development of NM-01, our novel targeted PD-L1 imaging agent, as a clinical research tool. We believe NM-01's unique potential to evaluate patients before, during, or after treatment with checkpoint inhibitors, will assist Radiopharm in the optimization of the development of its immuno-oncology therapy."
As part of a broader collaboration with NanoMab Ltd, Radiopharm's acquisition of the NanoMab PD-L1 IP will be at no cost for Radiopharm Theranostics.
About the collaboration agreement
Whilst the anticipated expenditure under the collaboration agreement is not considered financially material to Radiopharm in the context of its annual budgeted expenditure, the nature of the agreement and benefit to Radiopharm is considered important, in particular due to Radiopharm:
1) acquiring the imaging rights of NM-01 in the strategic Chinese market
2) acquiring worldwide IP rights of NM-01 for any therapeutic use (previously a licencing right)
3) now has access to data on NM-01 generated by Lantheus to cross reference that data to accelerate the development plans for the PD-L1 assets, including the development and regulatory process with USA Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other key regulatory agencies.
Expenditure under the agreement is expected to be funded from existing cash reserves. There are no conditions precedent, and the agreement is effective immediately for a term of seven years. The agreement is subject to usual industry termination provisions. Radiopharm has a right of access to information generated during the agreement.
Authorised on behalf of the Radiopharm Theranostics board of directors by Chairman Paul Hopper.
Follow Radiopharm Theranostics:
Website – https://radiopharmtheranostics.com/
Twitter – https://twitter.com/TeamRadiopharm
Linked In – https://www.linkedin.com/company/radiopharm-theranostics/
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MIAMI, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nue Life Health, a breakthrough mental wellness company, today announced three significant hires following the company's successful Series A fundraise: Lynn Marie Morski, MD, as medical director, Anjali Ahearn as General Counsel, and Mary
Lamazares as Safety and Compliance Officer. The three women will be crucial in helping Nue Life continue to provide accessible, at-home ketamine treatment and virtual aftercare programs to effectively treat the root causes of mental health issues.
"At Nue Life, we're revolutionizing mental health treatment with whole-person care and evidence-based therapies that catalyze healing and growth," said Christina Getty, Co-founder of Nue Life Health. "We are thrilled to have these incredible women join our diverse team, and it's evident that Dr. Morski, Anjali Ahearn, and Mary Lamazares have a clear vision and share in our mission to create a new paradigm for mental health."
Dr. Lynn Marie Morski, co-founder & president of the Psychedelic Medicine Association, joins Nue Life as Medical Director. Dr. Morski worked as a physician at the Department of Veterans Affairs for nine years and was an adjunct professor of health law at Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Dr. Morski is passionate about helping educate physicians and patients on the life-changing healing that psychedelic medicines can provide. She founded the Psychedelic Medicine Podcast and the Psychedelic Medicine Association to promote education on the evidence-based use of psychedelic therapeutics. As Medical Director, she will help Nue Life grow its medical team, continually elevate its standard of care, and expand operations across states.
"While working at the Department of Veterans Affairs, I saw the intense suffering that can result when mental health treatments don't effectively address the root of a patient's condition," said Dr. Morski. "I've seen first-hand the mind and body transformation that is possible when psychedelic medicines are able to address those root causes, and on that front, I'm excited to bring Nue Life's innovative technology and comprehensive approach to healing to patients nationwide."
Anjali Ahearn joins Nue Life as general counsel, bringing years of experience as an in-house healthcare attorney focusing on digital health, telemedicine, and behavioral health. She has worked with companies both large and small, including BetterHelp, and is passionate about increasing access to healthcare solutions through non-traditional modalities and therapeutics. As general counsel, Ahearn will be leading Nue Life's government affairs strategy and commercial matters.
Mary Lamazares, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with extensive experience providing psychotherapy to both children and adults. Lamazares' clinical work includes the treatment of substance use disorders, depression, and anxiety in both inpatient and outpatient settings. As Nue Life's Safety and Compliance Officer, Lamazares will ensure Nue Life's medical procedures support safe and meaningful patient outcomes.
"We are so excited about the future of Nue Life and look forward to continuing to grow and expand with the help of our Dr. Morski, Anjali Ahearn and Mary Lamazares by our side," said Getty.
For more information about Nue Life and its approach, visit nue.life.
ABOUT NUE LIFE HEALTH
Nue Life Health Inc. (Nue Life) is a comprehensive telehealth platform that strengthens and improves mental wellness by enhancing brain function, performance, and longevity through innovative, evidence-based therapies. Launched in 2021, the company currently offers at-home ketamine therapy, virtual integration groups, and individual health coaching, easily accessible via telemedicine in California, Colorado, Florida, Washington, New York, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. Nue Life will offer services in an additional 20 states by the end of 2022. For more information, please visit www.nue.life
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Launched last year, the startup has already onboarded over 100,000 users, produced one million posts and comments and generated millions of dollars in NFT rewards to users.
LOS ANGELES, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DSCVR, a Web3 social network built entirely on a blockchain, today announced it has raised $9 million in its seed funding round led by Polychain Capital.
"We initially created DSCVR as our personal experiment to see if it would even be possible to build a modern social web application on a blockchain," said Rick Porter, CEO and Co-Founder at DSCVR. "With our exponential growth in users, this raise will help us accelerate our roadmap and make Web3 accessible to anyone who knows how to use social media."
Some new features will include gifting non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to posts and comments; integrations with other token and NFT ecosystems; a Discord bot that will enable gated content by NFT ownership; the ability for other projects to use DSCVR's gating technology; governance tools like mod elections; enabling DSCVR's communities to become decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs); and more ways to interact with NFTs and fungible tokens in a social context.
"When it comes to the state of social media, it's clear people are seeking a new option," said Olaf Carlson-Wee, Polychain Capital Founder and CEO. "DSCVR is pushing the boundaries of what is possible by creating a native Web3 social solution with unique functionality."
Other investors in the round include: Upfront Ventures, Tomahawk VC, Fyrfly Venture Partners, Shima Capital and Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments (BDMI). Upfront's Mark Suster commented, "The team at DSCVR truly understood how to build and develop social media communities and how to scale a Web3 platform. It is rare to see both skills in the same company."
New users can sign-up at dscvr.one and partners can contact hello@dscvr.one.
About DSCVR
DSCVR is a Web3 social platform with crypto-native integrations that rewards users for great content and is built entirely on the Internet Computer, a blockchain-based decentralized protocol. The platform is one of the most rapidly adopted Web3 social products across the crypto and NFT communities. For more information, visit https://dscvr.one.
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LONDON, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Huma, a global digital health technology company and member of the World Economic Forum's Global Innovators Community, calls for the commercial sector to 'recognise the value of scientific collaboration' and build on the innovation to help people live longer, fuller lives seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dan Vahdat, Huma CEO and Founder, will join leading scientific experts as a panellist on the 'Safeguarding Global Scientific Collaboration' session at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland on 23 May to discuss the importance of scientific collaboration and the actions needed to create an environment that encourages continued cooperation post-COVID.
COVID-19 showed that rapid scientific advances can be achieved through global collaboration across disciplines, geographies and sectors. Before COVID-19 it took four years to develop the mumps vaccine, which was the fastest any vaccine had been developed. Through international cooperation, multiple safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines were developed in less than a year.
"Far too many people were dying too young even before the pandemic and political instability caused waves around the world," said Dan Vahdat. "COVID-19 exposed the glaring inequalities in global health, the gaps in our knowledge and the faults in our systems. But it also showed us what's possible. Changing our thinking, moving to a digital-first approach to care and research means we can run research without borders, offer cutting-edge care and the latest medical knowledge anywhere with a phone signal. Just as when tackling vaccine supplies, human rights or global emissions, we need the will to come together as a movement and push for change."
When the pandemic stretched healthcare services and made traditional clinical trial setups impossible, the world had to switch to try digital-first approaches. Technology ended up playing a critical role in connecting scientific and clinical collaborators worldwide and bridging gaps in care and research. Huma saw this first hand in collaborative projects with tech, pharmaceutical and logistics giants that enabled Huma to deploy not-for-profit 'hospital at home' services across the UK, Germany and UAE which saw up to four times lower mortality rates1, 40% shorter hospital stays1, and clinical capacity almost doubled2. At the same time the platform was chosen to power a multi-country, multi-language vaccine trial and the world's largest app-based trial of its kind into asymptomatic COVID-19 cases with the University of Cambridge.
"At Huma, we're powering a movement to accelerate digital-first delivery of care and research," continued Vahdat. "We've seen how a rethink changed what we did during COVID-19, but we've also been joined in our efforts by leading life science companies and universities in the US and across Europe demonstrating how trials can be run differently even for complex cases like atrial fibrillation, diabetes and cardiac surgery. Each time it has relied on close collaboration with healthcare providers, life science companies, universities, clinicians and, most importantly, patients. We do this for them, and with them."
"The World Economic Forum provides leading start-ups like Huma a platform to help tackle important problems such as providing more resilient, efficient, and equitable healthcare systems," said Verena Kuhn, Head, Global Innovators Community at the World Economic Forum. "Scientific collaboration is vital in finding such healthcare solutions and Huma can provide important insights into how digital can be better leveraged in public-private health care collaboration."
In March, Huma announced a new partnership with AstraZeneca to accelerate innovation for digital health with Huma acquiring their AMAZE platform. The collaboration saw AstraZeneca join Huma's family of partners across healthcare, life sciences, research and technology who are supporting the company to scale their offering across different disease areas and power 'Hospitals at Home', Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) solutions and decentralized or hybrid clinical trials.
Dan added: "Our mission to help people live longer, fuller lives depends on global collaboration not competition, and we're committed to sharing the knowledge and evidence we gain with others to support more proactive, personalised patient care on a global scale. With COVID-19 we truly understood how communicable disease cannot be contained by geographical boundaries and now we can ensure we leverage the same mindset and innovation adopted during the pandemic to tackle the biggest killers of our times - cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer's."
Huma has been a member of the World Economic Forum's Global Innovators Community since January 2021. The community is an invitation-only group of the world's most promising start-ups and scale-ups that are at the forefront of ethical technological and business model innovation.
About Huma
Huma Therapeutics is a global digital health technology company that advances digital-first care delivery and research to help people live longer, fuller lives. Huma's award-winning modular platforms are used by more than 3,000 hospitals and clinics, with 1.8 million active users. Huma's offering works across different disease areas and powers:
- 'Hospitals at Home'
- Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) solutions
- DCT platform to support digital or hybrid studies
Huma's platform has been shown to almost double clinical capacity2, reduce readmissions by over a third, enable better diversity, participant retention and protocol adherence, whilst allowing trials to run within weeks. Please visit www.huma.com and follow us on LinkedIn at Huma.
Media Contact
Ed Sykes; Ed.Sykes@huma.com
References
- Lim, A. et al. An Outpatient Management Strategy Using a Coronataxi Digital Early Warning System Reduces Coronavirus Disease 2019 Mortality Open forum infectious diseases (2022) 9(4), ofac063 DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofac063
- NHSX report: https://www.nhsx.nhs.uk/covid-19-response/technology-nhs/huma-medopad-evaluation-remote-digital-care-platform/. The full report is available on request.
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AUSTIN, Texas, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DuraStat LLC, a medical device company innovating in the area of surgical tissue closure, today announced it has received an Innovative Technology contract from Vizient, Inc. the nation's largest member-driven health care performance improvement company. The agreement will expedite access to DuraStat's flagship technology, a dural repair device for spine and neurosurgery, across Vizient's membership of hospitals and surgery centers.
Innovative Technology contracts are recommended after review and interaction with products submitted through Vizient's Innovative Technology Program. Vizient member-led councils identify technologies that have the potential to enhance clinical care, patient safety, health care worker safety or improve business operations of health care organizations.
"We're honored by the recognition — the tremendous credibility and reach of Vizient aligns with DuraStat's mission to be available at every spine facility," said Adam Azzara, DuraStat CEO.
"A product receives this type of contract when it demonstrates a unique quality that differentiates it from other products on the market," said Kelly Flaharty, director of contract process for Vizient. "Our member council determined that DuraStat's dural repair device for spine and neurosurgery met this standard and recognizes its potential to improve quality outcomes."
Vizient represents a diverse membership base that includes academic medical centers, pediatric facilities, community hospitals, integrated health delivery networks and non-acute health care providers and represents more than $130 billion in annual purchasing volume. Through its Innovative Technology Program, Vizient works with member-led councils and task forces to evaluate products for their potential to bring real innovation to health care. Vizient may award a contract to products deemed worthy of the Innovative Technology designation outside of the competitive bid cycle.
About DuraStat
DuraStat, LLC is a medical device company with a unique approach to precision suturing, enabling fast, atraumatic tissue approximation by eliminating wrist rotation. DuraStat's dural closure technology was invented by Greg Anderson, MD and Mark Kurd, MD (Thomas Jefferson University and Rothman Institute) and developed for global scalability with Kevin Foley, MD (Semmes-Murphey) and Alex Lukianov.
Contact: info@durastat.com
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SEGUIN, Texas, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AmeriTex Holdings LLC (AmeriTex) today announced that it closed $380 million in Senior Secured Credit Facilities with U.S. Bank National Association ("U.S. Bank") to combine with its $35 million in current Subordinated Notes with Prudential Capital Partners, LP ("Prudential") to continue its growth in products and other capabilities to best serve its Texas contractor customers.
AmeriTex operates the largest concrete pipe, box culvert, and precast concrete complexes in the United States, and is Texas' premier supplier of concrete storm drain products for utility and highway contractors. We believe that we've revolutionized the manner that concrete pipe and box is manufactured in our high-capacity, state of the art facilities which are strategically located in Seguin, Conroe, and Gunter Texas, for responsive service and timely deliveries. In addition to high capacity, our facilities have the flexibility to serve a broad range of needs from small residential developments to the largest highway projects, stocking many ready-to-ship products in most standard sizes and configurations. When a project requires specific dimensions, joint types and strength ratings, AmeriTex's facilities easily re-tool to the customer's exact specifications. AmeriTex is QCast-certified and meets or exceeds all ASTM and TxDOT standards.
Kevin Thompson, AmeriTex's Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We listen carefully and work tirelessly to meet the needs of our contractor friends. With TxDOT recently announcing another record year of projects, Texas County property receipts growing to record levels from rising home values, and the move of about a dozen Fortune 500 headquarters and thousands of other companies to Texas in the last handful of years, AmeriTex understands that it needs to continue to grow to meet its customers' needs." Although it has been operating its new Gunter pipe and box facility for less than a year, it's close to full capacity. Mr. Thompson added, "With this increased financing, we can do even more to provide the value our customers' deserve. AmeriTex will always work hard to meet our contractor friends' growing needs."
Chris Angarola, Senior Vice President of Commercial Banking of U.S. Bank added, "We focus on building lasting relationships that endure through economic and industry cycles, making us a reliable and trusted financial partner. We understand Kevin's commitment to meet his customers needs and enjoy watching the precision in which Kevin and his team build and operate these massive facilities." Chris added, "We were delighted to be selected to lead AmeriTex's $380 million senior credit facility we hope to be Kevin's financing partner for years to come."
Rocky Lorenz, AmeriTex's President, remarked, "I'm excited to have AmeriTex expand its relationship with U.S. Bank, who has acted as a true partner. We very much appreciate all the hard work of the U.S. Bank Team, including Pace Erbstoesser and Shawn Graves. Like AmeriTex, U.S. Bank's team is deep, long standing, and committed to the needs of its customers." Mr. Lorenz added, "Personally, I'm excited to be nearing completion of Gunter's precast facility soon. Together, we will continue our high standards of customer service that have driven our growth."
With $591 billion in assets as of June 30, 2022, U.S. Bancorp is the parent company of U.S. Bank National Association and is the fifth largest banking institution in the United States, providing banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services products to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and other financial institutions. U.S. Bancorp operates under the second-oldest continuous American charter granted in 1863, and has 3,106 branches and 4,842 automated teller machines, primarily in the Western and Midwestern United States with a strong presence in Texas.
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(NEXSTAR) – Many people would move for a job, but would you consider changing states to have a baby?
Personal finance site WalletHub weighed all 50 states and the District of Columbia to find the best – and worst – states to give birth and raise a young child.
New England dominated the list of best states, with Massachusetts, Vermont and Rhode Island taking the top three spots, and New Hampshire and Connecticut in fifth and sixth places, respectively.
The study’s authors assigned an overall score to each state based on the following criteria: cost, health care quality, baby-friendliness and family-friendliness.
The worst state to have a baby in, the study found, was Alabama, followed by Mississippi, South Carolina, Louisiana, Georgia, Arkansas, West Virginia, Oklahoma, Nevada and Florida.
So does it make sense to move to a top-ranked state to start a family? Not necessarily, experts say.
“Parents’ jobs are not always in the same part of the country as extended family, but that extended family can be a really important resource and support if you have young kids,” said Dr. Jennifer D. Sciubba, author of “8 Billion and Counting: How Sex, Death, and Migration Shape Our World.” “That is something prospective parents should consider when weighing job opportunities and a potential move.”
Amid skyrocketing rent and home prices, along with inflationary pressure, the financial burden of raising a family can feel crushing for some.
“If you have two kids two years apart and they cannot start public school until they are five, you are looking at paying for 7 years of very expensive childcare, not to mention summers and breaks,” Sciubba said. “That feels impossible for many Americans with working parents.”
Others are putting off or deciding against having children, driving the birth rate down.
For years, the birth rate has been declining in the U.S., with the drop in the first year of the pandemic marking the largest single-year fall in almost half a century. Last year saw an increase in births, but the number was still fewer than in 2019.
Fluctuations in the birth rate are often tied to economic conditions, according to Matthew Weinshenker, associate professor and chair of sociology & anthropology at Fordham University.
“First, in an advanced economy like ours, birthrates tend to track economic conditions,” Weinshenker said. “When things are going well, young couples judge that they can afford a child (or another child). That is why the birthrate went down rather sharply when the Great Recession hit.”
Weinshenker adds that many women in the second half of the 20th century are combining work and family with the goal of having a richer life – but doing so in the U.S. is much harder than in other countries.
“We are the only advanced economy in the world that does not have a national paid parental leave benefit, our childcare system is private and costly, and only about half the states guarantee paid sick leave,” Weinshenker said. “Absent these supports, while people still want children, they tend to have fewer, and have them later in life, compared to the past.”
Planning to bring a new child into the world comes with endless decisions, but if you’re leaning toward starting a new life in a different state like so many during the pandemic, this study might just help you tick off one major box. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/these-are-the-best-states-to-have-a-baby-study-finds-where-does-yours-rank/ | 2022-08-13T16:58:18Z |
Following keynote addresses from Naomi Osaka and Abby Wambach, Modern Health announces winners of inaugural industry awards program, Modern Health Heroes
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Health, a leading workplace mental health platform supporting enterprises globally, concluded its two-day global conference Elevate this week by announcing the winners of its inaugural industry awards program, Modern Health Heroes. Aimed at recognizing HR professionals and licensed mental health care providers who have gone above and beyond to support the mental health and general well-being of the communities they serve, the 2022 Modern Health Heroes are Kelly Keegan, Vice President of People at Built In, and Carly Bassett, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Co-Founder of Moonstone Counseling.
Selected by a diverse panel of licensed mental health care professionals and HR leaders, Keegan and Bassett represent the extraordinary individuals who put the needs of others before their own in the midst of a global mental health crisis.
"I am absolutely honored to be selected as one of the Modern Health Heroes," said Keegan. "I've made it a personal mission to advocate for mental health and to destigmatize mental health support. I constantly seek out ways to support others by openly discussing my experience with therapy in front of employees and encouraging anyone to reach out to me with questions. I am most proud of fostering an environment that practices vulnerability, creates a safe space for employee voices, and brings important conversations to the forefront."
In addition to being featured in Quartz, Modern Health Heroes' media partner, Modern Health is making a donation to the winners' mental health non-profit organization of choice.
"I am so honored to receive this award and so appreciate the recognition mental health and providers have received in recent years," said Bassett. "My belief is that mental health care access is needed across the lifespan, and I especially feel called to support older adults, who are historically the most isolated and underserved group. One of my proudest accomplishments has been to be a part of building a group practice during a pandemic whose mission is to create more opportunities for clinicians to enter into practice, and in turn, create exponentially greater access for clients in my community to receive the care they desperately need."
Modern Health Heroes also recognized the following finalists and honorable mentions:
- Mental Health Care Provider Finalists:
- HR Professional Finalists:
- Honorable Recognitions:
Honoring the Modern Health Heroes aligned with the theme of Elevate 2022: inspiring cultural change in workforce mental health. With more than 5,000 registered attendees and over 60 speakers, the event featured 28 interactive sessions with high-profile individuals like Abby Wambach, Naomi Osaka, Maverick Carter, and Hill Harper. Leaders and industry experts from the Women's Tennis Association (WTA), WHOOP, Atlassian, Intel, GoodRx, and Rivian joined conversations on destigmatizing mental health, breaking down barriers of access to clinical care and providing strategies to navigate the future of mental wellness in the workplace. Sessions are available to view on-demand here.
"I was blown away by the vulnerability and candor on display at Elevate this year," said Modern Health founder and CEO, Alyson Watson. "While the challenges of the past few years have shone a spotlight on mental health, it requires bravery to talk about personal struggles publicly but that bravery ultimately inspires others to come forward with their own stories. I'm eternally grateful to every person who participated in Elevate this year because it represents a commitment to drive change by talking openly about a topic that society has traditionally stigmatized."
Industry research was also released during Elevate, The State of Employee Mental Health in an Uncertain World, taking a closer look at the shift from a state of crisis to a culture of mental health in the workforce. The research, commissioned by Modern Health and conducted by Forrester Consulting for the second year in a row, set out to uncover how employers are responding to employees' dramatically increasing needs for mental health support after several years of an unrelenting global pandemic, political and social unrest, economic uncertainty, and much more.
For more information about Modern Health go to https://www.modernhealth.com.
About Modern Health
Modern Health is the comprehensive mental health and wellness platform that combines clinically validated assessments and care recommendations, self-service wellness kits, a global network of certified coaches, and licensed therapists, all available in a single app. Modern Health empowers employers to lead the charge in acknowledging that mental health is just as important as physical health, destigmatizing the conversation, and increasing accessibility of mental health services for all.
Founded in 2017, Modern Health incorporates evidence-based psychology principles and seamless technology to serve the needs of companies globally. Headquartered in San Francisco, Modern Health has raised more than $172 million from Founders Fund, Battery Ventures, Felicis Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, Afore Capital, MGV, Frederic Kerrest (co-founder of Okta), and 01 Advisors.
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‘Trump is in the past’: Mounting losses show limits of power
By JILL COLVIN and JEFF MARTIN
Associated Press
WOODSTOCK, Ga. (AP) — Donald Trump opened May by lifting a trailing Senate candidate in Ohio to the Republican nomination, seemingly cementing the former president’s kingmaker status before another possible White House run. He’s ending the month, however, stinging from a string of defeats that suggest a diminishing stature.
Trump faced a series of setbacks in Tuesday’s primary elections as voters rejected his efforts to unseat two top targets for retribution: Georgia’s Republican governor and secretary of state, both of whom rebuffed Trump’s extraordinary pressure to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. But the magnitude of defeat in the governor’s race — more than 50 percentage points — was especially stunning and raised questions about whether Republican voters are beginning to move on from Trump.
Nearly seven years after the onetime reality television star launched what seemed to be an improbable campaign for the White House, the “Make America Great Again” movement Trump helmed isn’t going anywhere. But voters are increasingly vocal in saying that the party’s future is about more than Trump.
“I like Trump a lot, but Trump is in the past,” said David Butler of Woodstock, Georgia, who voted for Gov. Brian Kemp on Tuesday and said Trump’s endorsements had “no” impact “whatsoever” on his thinking.
It was the same for Will Parbhoo, a 22-year-old dental assistant who also voted for Kemp.
“I’m not really a Trumper,” he said after voting. “I didn’t like him to begin with. With all the election stuff, I was like ‘Dude, move on.’”
One thing Parbhoo liked about the current governor? “Kemp is focused on Georgia,” he said.
Trump sought to play down the losses by his favored candidates, saying on his social media platform Wednesday that he had a “very big and successful evening of political Endorsements” and insisting some races “were not possible to win.”
Still, the pattern of high-profile defeats is hard to ignore.
After JD Vance vaulted from third to first place following Trump’s late-stage endorsement in the Ohio Senate primary, the dynamics took a turn. Trump’s pick in Nebraska’s primary for governor, Charles Herbster, lost his race after allegations surfaced that he had groped women.
In Idaho a week later, the governor beat a Trump-backed challenger. In North Carolina, voters rebuffed Trump’s plea to give a scandal-plagued congressman a second chance. And in Pennsylvania, a marquee Senate primary featuring Trump-endorsed celebrity heart surgeon Mehmet Oz remains too close to call.
But his biggest upset was in Georgia, a crucial swing state, where former Sen. David Perdue, whom Trump had lobbied to run and helped clear the field for, lost to Kemp. The governor was among Trump’s top targets after he refused to overturn the results of the 2020 White House election in his state.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, who defied Trump’s call to “find” the votes to change the outcome two years ago — a call that is now under investigation — also won his party’s nomination. Attorney General Chris Carr and Insurance Commissioner John King — both opposed by Trump — were also successful in their primaries.
In Alabama, Rep. Mo Brooks, whose Senate endorsement Trump rescinded as he struggled to gain traction, made it to a runoff, having gained support after Trump dropped him.
Trump has endorsed in nearly 200 races, from governor to county commissioner, often inserting himself into contests that aren’t particularly competitive and helping bolster his compilation of wins. Some of his work, even in races with multiple candidates, has paid off.
His early support helped football great Herschel Walker and Rep. Ted Budd sail to their respective Senate primary nominations in Georgia and North Carolina. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Trump’s former press secretary, easily won the GOP nomination for governor in Arkansas. And even in Georgia, all of the candidates Trump endorsed in open races won or will head to runoffs.
Some allies say Trump’s endorsement tally is a poor measure of his influence, even if Trump constantly promotes that record.
They argue that voters may support the former president and be eager for him to run again, but may not be persuaded by his selections, especially in races with governors such as Kemp who have long histories with voters. And even without Trump on the ballot, the party has been transformed in Trump’s image, with candidates adopting his “America First” platform, mimicking his tactics and parroting his lies about a stolen election.
But with Trump out of office and relegated to posting on his own social media platform, other voices are beginning to fill the void. Fox News host Tucker Carlson, the most watched personality on cable television, has becoming a driving ideological force in the party. Republicans such as the conspiracy-embracing Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who won her party’s nomination for reelection Tuesday, have taken up his mantle in Washington.
Meanwhile, potential presidential rivals to Trump are waiting in the wings for 2024.
Former Vice President Mike Pence, who has been distancing himself from Trump, rallied with Kemp in suburban Atlanta on Monday evening and told the crowd that “elections are about the future” — an implicit knock on his former boss.
Trump has also spawned a new generation of candidates who have channeled his “MAGA” brand, but who have done so independent of his support and see themselves as its next iteration.
“MAGA doesn’t belong to him,” Kathy Barnette, the Pennsylvania Senate candidate whose late-stage surge stunned party insiders, said in an interview. “Trump coined the word. He does not own it.”
While the left, she said, may see the “MAGA movement” as a “cult of Trump voters,” she said it goes far beyond one man. She argued that Trump had succeeded in 2016 because he aligned himself with voters’ concerns and said out loud what people were already thinking, particularly on immigration. She said she tried in her race to do the same.
“I do believe Trump has an important voice still,” she added, but “he needs to get better advisers, and in addition to that, he needs to do better himself in remembering why we aligned with him. And it wasn’t because we were aligning with his values. It was because he was aligning with our values. And I think he needs to remember that so that his voice can remain relevant.”
Other Republicans grouse that precious time and money have been wasted on an ego-driven Trump vengeance campaign, forcing incumbents to defend themselves in primaries rather than focus on general elections. They worry Trump has elevated some candidates who may prove unelectable in the November general election and has exacerbated divisions.
“There’s no question unnecessary fights with kind of the extremes of the party, of Trump’s grievance party, have made it more difficult for us to win in November,” said Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, a potential 2024 GOP presidential candidate who has been working to protect incumbent governors.
Hogan, a Trump critic, said that, so far, the races have “been a bit of a mixed bag,”
“We’re in the middle of a battle for the soul of the Republican Party and quite frankly the battle’s not over yet,” he said. “I don’t think we can say exactly what the outcome is yet. And I think we still have many more primaries to go.”
Others are more confident in saying Trump’s power has diminished over time.
“The Trump endorsement is helpful but it is not something that by itself can put anyone over the top. And that means it’s less powerful than it was when he was president and it seemed like a fait accompli when he endorsed,” said Mike DuHaime, a longtime GOP strategist.
Still, he acknowledged that Trump is “still the most influential person in the party,” even if that influence has waned.
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Colvin reported from New York. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2022/05/25/trump-is-in-the-past-mounting-losses-show-limits-of-power/ | 2022-05-26T03:12:02Z |
HONG KONG, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The new kitchen appliance brand Hazel Quinn announced the launch of the world's first true filter-free slow juicer today. With six patented technologies, including a revolutionary no-filter design, this product brings customers an easier usage and cleaning experience than ever, all while maintaining efficient juice extraction, fiber-rich pulp, and optimal nutrition that pleasantly nourishes their body and mind. The Hazel Quinn slow juicer is now available for pre-sale on Indiegogo and Kickstarter.
At a time when consumers are living in a fast-paced world and their attention to well-being is growing, balancing efficiency and healthy life has become an important theme for every industry. The Hazel Quinn slow juicer, designed to be an energy-refueling base, can be one of the solutions that gives users a kick start to their days without making preparation at home exhausting and time-consuming. Its biggest highlight is the true filter-free structure that avoids nooks and crannies, fundamentally cutting down on cleaning time and preventing bacteria growth for hassle-free and high-quality juicing. From fruits to vegetables to leafy greens, the exclusive auger thoroughly squeezes and liquefies ingredients while maintaining pulps that the gut will love. This gadget is also easy to assemble and disassemble thanks to the four juicer accessories. Moreover, its one-button removal of the juicing body, anti-drip nozzle, dual fixation technology, and simple appearance also contribute to making it straightforward to use, clean, and store for both beginners and juicing enthusiasts.
"We're thrilled to release this kitchen appliance to the public," said Ellis Bailey, Research and Development Director of Hazel Quinn. "Determined to create an innovative slow juicer to solve juicing pain points faced by home cooks everywhere, we spent more than 16 months developing it, and we believe it will revolutionize the way that people up their intake of fiber and vitamins.
Not only that, but this tool will break the barriers of what a cold press juicer could be—by relieving customers from daily chores and prioritizing their precious leisure and family time that truly cultivate joy and vibrancy. We realize this goal with the extreme pursuit of ease of use, a minimalist aesthetic, and the ultimate concern of customers. "
The Hazel Quinn slow juicer retails for $129 and is now available to purchase for a super early bird price of $65 on Indiegogo and Kickstarter for time-limited crowdfunding campaigns.
More details about the campaigns:
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-world-s-first-true-filter-free-slow-juicer
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hazel-quinn/the-worlds-first-true-filter-free-slow-juicer
Patented features of the Hazel Quinn slow juicer include:
- True Filter Free Design: By removing the sharp and porous strainer, the product further ensures your simple cleaning, safe use, and healthy drinking.
- Exclusive Auger: Safe bladeless design and fine grinding are presented by our customized auger after seven mold upgrades.
- 70's Retro Appearance: Highlight your kitchen with the era-inspired design and concise style.
- One Button Assembly and Disassembly: Install or remove the juicing body by pressing the button on the machine base.
- Dual-Axis Fixation: The two retaining accessories at both ends of the food processing unit enable minimum wobbling and maximum durability.
- Anti-Drip Nozzle: Rotate the anti-drip nozzle to block the juice outlet and avoid drips staining the machine and countertop after each use.
About Hazel Quinn
Originally founded in 2021, Hazel Quinn is a Hong Kong-based kitchen appliance brand that produces distinguished products with retro style, classic colors, and fine craftsmanship. With a collection of well-made electric kettles, toasters, slow juicers, and other kitchen essentials suiting various scenarios and aesthetic tastes, the company integrates cutting-edge technologies with unmistakable designs to pleasantly spark inspiration and enable people who enjoy cooking to live their best lives in kitchens and beyond. As an affordable luxury appliance brand, Hazel Quinn will continuously deliver high aesthetic value, a pleasant user experience, and a passion for good food to customers worldwide. To learn more, visit HazelQuinn.com or join us at Facebook.com/HazelQuinnOfficial.
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CALGARY, AB, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Top Strike Resources Corp. d.b.a. "Vencanna Ventures" (the "Corporation" or "Vencanna") (CSE: VENI) (OTCQB: TPPRF) is pleased to provide a summary of its financial results as of January 31, 2022. Selected financial information is outlined below and should be read in conjunction with the Corporation's financial statements and management's discussion and analysis for the three and nine months ended January 31, 2022, which are available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
Financial Highlights
The following financial data is selected information for the Company for the eight most recently completed financial quarters:
As of the date hereof, a major portion of the Company's business was derived from material ancillary involvement in US cannabis-related activities. As at January 31, 2022, 30% of the Company's assets and 100% of income was directly related to US cannabis activities.
The Company recorded a net loss of $(124,045), $0.00 per common share for the three months ended January 31, 2022 as compared to a net loss of $(663,014), $0.00 per share for the three months ended January 31, 2022.
Revenues for the three months ended January 31, 2022, were $151,270 (2021 - $(411,419)). Interest income was $124,833 (2020 - $142,842). The following changes in fair market value occurred in the quarter; unrealized foreign exchange gain (loss) $89,507 (2021 -$(203,260)) and unrealized loss on investments and derivative instruments of $63,070 (2020 – $351,000); including a $59,500 loss on investments and a $3,620 unrealized loss related to the change in fair market value of the convertible debenture.
At January 31, 2022, the Company had a cash balance of $6,844,639 (April 30, 2021 - $723,943) to settle current liabilities of $244,249 (April 30, 2021 - $186,363). As at January 31, 2022, the Company's cash increased by $6,120,697 from April 30, 2021 related to operating activates.
On March 12, 2021, the Company announced it had entered into a loan agreement with the Cannavative Group LLC ("Cannavative") for US$2.0 million. Further, the Company announced that it had entered into an exclusive non-binding letter of intent with Cannavative (the "LOI"), pursuant to which the Company will acquire all the common shares in the capital of Cannavative in an all-share exchange through the issuance of an aggregate of 360,000,000 common shares at a deemed issuance price of US$0.0 5 per common share. On March 15, 2022, the maturity date of the loan was extended to September 9, 2022. Prior to the execution of the Definitive Agreement, interest on the loan shall be 17.5% per annum. Upon execution of the Definitive Agreement, interest shall be reduced to 12.5% per annum.
As at January 31, 2022, the Company reduced the carrying value of its 60% interest in Galenas New Jersey LLC to $Nil (from a carrying value of $59,450 at the beginning of the period). The Company continues to review opportunities for cannabis licenses in new markets, and in this regard has been working with community leaders and social equity owned organizations in their efforts to successfully enter this dynamic and expanding business. These grassroots initiatives have resulted in our group submitting recreational cannabis applications for cultivation, manufacturing and retail licenses in the state of New Jersey.
On October 5, 2021, the Company's normal course issuer bid ("NCIB", the "Bid") expired and on September 10, 2021 the Company approved the renewal of the Bid, commencing on October 12, 2021 and terminating the earlier of: (i) October 11, 2022, and (ii) the date on which the maximum number of Shares are purchased pursuant to the Bid. Under the Bid, the Company may purchase up to 5% of the Company's Shares. On November 3, 2021, the Company purchased 103,000 common shares under the Bid at a cost of $3,183 and on December 1, 2022 these shares were cancelled.
On September 24, 2018, the Corporation announced the completion of a recapitalization financing, the appointment of a new management team and board of directors and commencement of trading on the CSE. The transactions have transitioned the Corporation from an oil and gas issuer to a merchant capital firm, rebranded as "Vencanna Ventures". The recapitalized Corporation aims to be a go-to capital provider for early-stage global cannabis initiatives with an emphasis on strong management operating in state compliant jurisdictions with barriers to entry. The Corporation looks to provide investors with a diversified, high-growth, cannabis investment strategy through strategic investments focused through-out the value chain (cultivation, processing and distribution, and including ancillary businesses).
This news release may include "forward-looking statements" which reflect the Corporation's current expectations regarding the future results of operations, performance and achievements of the Corporation, including but not limited to: the signing of a Definitive Agreement in respect of the Transaction, including the terms thereof; timing for completion of the Transaction; required approvals for the completion of the Transaction and the expected receipt thereof; the business plan of the Corporation and Cannavative, including the business plan of the go-forward entity after completion of the Transaction; the anticipated benefits of the Transaction; the market for medical cannabis in the United States; the state of the cannabis market and U.S. regulatory changes in respect thereof; the effects of COVID-19 on the operations of Cannavative and the Nevada cannabis industry, generally; and expectations regarding the business plans of such companies. When used in this news release, the words "will," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intent," "may," "project," "should," and similar expressions are intended to be among the statements that identify forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are founded on the basis of expectations and assumptions made by the Corporation, including expectations and assumptions concerning: the Transaction, including CSE and shareholder approvals, the execution of the Definitive Agreement in respect thereof and the satisfaction of other closing conditions in accordance with the terms of the Definitive Agreement; the future operations of, and transactions contemplated by, the Corporation and Cannavative; the impact of increasing competition; timing and amount of capital expenditures; the legislative and regulatory environments of the jurisdictions where the Corporation will carry on business, have operations or plan to have operations; the ability of the Corporation to enter into contracts with companies to provide financing on acceptable terms; conditions in general economic and financial markets; the ability of the Corporation's investments to execute on their business plan; and the Corporation's ability to obtain additional financing on satisfactory terms or at all. Forward-looking statements are subject to a wide range of risks and uncertainties, and although the Corporation believes that the expectations represented by such forward-looking statements are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such expectations will be realized.
Any number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements including, but not limited to, changes to global cannabis laws, how the developing U.S. legal regime will impact the cannabis industry, the ability of the Corporation to implement its corporate strategy, the state of domestic and international capital markets, the ability to obtain financing, changes in general market conditions and other factors more fully described from time to time in the reports and filings made by the Corporation with securities regulatory authorities. Except as required by applicable laws, the Corporation does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements.
Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Market Regulator (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
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President Biden on Monday will announce the director of a new agency focused on biomedical innovation and sign an executive order on biotechnologies as part of an update on his administration’s efforts to cure cancer.
Biden will travel to Boston on the 60th anniversary of former President John F. Kennedy’s “Moonshot” speech at Rice University, where Kennedy outlined his goal for the United States to land a man on the moon.
The president will provide an update on his administration’s “Cancer Moonshot,” an initiative he relaunched in February with the goal to cut the cancer death rate in half over the next 25 years and improve the lives of caregivers and cancer survivors.
Biden on Monday will announce the appointment of Renee Wegrzyn as the inaugural director of Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, an agency created in March focused on developing biomedical technologies to improve health outcomes.
The president will also sign an executive order launching a national biotechnology and biomanufacturing initiative. The order will bolster research and aim to solidify supply chains so that biotechnologies used in the fight against cancer are developed and produced in the U.S., according to a White House fact sheet.
“This initiative is rooted in the principles of equity, ethics, safety, and security that will help benefit all Americans and the global community, and maintain United States technological leadership and economic competitiveness,” the White House said.
Biden will also give an update on the progress of his “Cancer Cabinet,” a group of advisers and administration officials tasked with securing funding and developing treatments for cancer.
The president will highlight recent developments like the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act by Democrats in Congress, which includes provisions to lower prescription drug costs, some of which are used to treat certain forms of cancer.
He will also note the launch of a National Cancer Institute study aimed at identifying blood tests that can detect one or more cancers with the goal of earlier detection in cancer patients.
Before the speech on Monday, Biden will make remarks on the investments in the bipartisan infrastructure law in Boston.
The cause of ending cancer has been personal for Biden, whose son, Beau Biden, died of brain cancer in 2015 at the age of 46. The president has talked about ending cancer throughout his campaign and presidency, saying it would be a priority for him. He has also framed it as a bipartisan effort, meeting with members of both parties at the White House last year to discuss the effort. | https://cw33.com/hill-politics/biden-to-sign-order-boosting-biotech-as-part-of-cancer-moonshot-update/ | 2022-09-14T15:14:02Z |
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Near-record amounts of seaweed are smothering Caribbean coasts from Puerto Rico to Barbados, killing fish and other wildlife, choking tourism and releasing stinky, noxious gases.
More than 24 million tons of sargassum blanketed the Atlantic in June, shattering the all-time record, set in 2018, by 20%, according to the University of South Florida’s Optical Oceanography Lab.
And unusually large amounts of the brown algae have drifted into the Caribbean Sea.
Scientists say the possible explanations include a rise in water temperatures as a result of climate change and nitrogen-laden fertilizer and sewage nourishing the algae. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/yuck-record-amount-of-seaweed-choking-shores-in-the-caribbean/ | 2022-08-04T13:08:25Z |
Studies find link between processed foods and cancer
(CNN) - People may want to turn away from chips and choose a grilled chicken salad.
According to two studies published Wednesday in the British Medical Journal, those who eat pre-packaged food items like frozen pizzas and hot dogs are more likely to have major health problems.
The U.S.-based study, which was based on more than 200,000 people over nearly three decades discovered a link between those types of food and colorectal cancer in men.
The second study, based on 22,000 people in Italy found that ultra-processed and nutrient-poor foods both increased the risk of early death, especially from cardiovascular diseases.
Officials say ready-to-eat meals are often less healthy than natural food because of the addition of items like chemical additives, sugars and salts.
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Haystack helps companies ensure connection, collaboration, career growth are front and center among employees through shared interests, common goals
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Haystack, the modern intranet company making big companies feel smaller, rolled out Connect—a feature that uses first-party employee-profile data to intelligently pair employees to support better work friendships, facilitate mentor-mentee relationships, and bring colleagues together on a deeper level. The feature is intended to alleviate pain points common for a remote workforce – such as the inability to brainstorm over lunch or celebrate each other's successes in person – and help cultivate the types of long-lasting connections that can support employee retention and growth.
"Building strong relationships at work can mean the difference between engagement and retention; disengagement and turnover," said Cameron Lindsay, Haystack CEO and co-founder. "Helping people find camaraderie at work through a set of shared connections and interests – even across great distances – is one way to build strong, resilient teams."
Connect is part of a broad set of features within Haystack's platform. Through Connect, organizations with or without an in-person campus can all foster strong working relationships between employees. This is just the latest innovation from Haystack, a platform where employees can receive important announcements, discover knowledge about the company they work for, and communicate with coworkers.
Earlier this year, the company announced Secure Delivery – a feature that helps keep internal communications internal, and protect employees from accidentally sharing sensitive information. Haystack will continue to launch features that foster employee connections, growth, and success in the remote age. For more information, visit HaystackTeam.com.
Haystack is a modern intranet platform that makes big companies feel smaller. Mid-market and large enterprises rely on Haystack for secure internal communications, to share organizational knowledge and to build community. Founded in 2019, Haystack is based in Los Angeles. The company was founded by friends CEO Cameron Lindsay and CTO Haibo Zhao. For more information, visit HaystackTeam.com.
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Groundbreaking research finds consumers, companies, government agencies and law enforcement at high risk of personal injury, surveillance, vehicle disablement, supply chain disruption
BOSTON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BitSight announced today the discovery of six severe vulnerabilities in the MiCODUS MV720 GPS Tracker, a popular vehicle GPS tracker made in China and used worldwide by consumers for theft protection and location management, and by organizations for vehicle fleet management. If exploited in an attack, threat actors could not only access and control the tracker – they could potentially cut off fuel, physically stop vehicles, or surveil movement of vehicles in which the device is installed.
MiCODUS is a Shenzhen, China-based manufacturer and supplier of automotive electronics and accessories which has 1.5 million GPS tracking devices in use today across 420,000 customers, including government, military, law enforcement agencies, and Fortune 1000 companies. The MiCODUS MV720 is a hardwired GPS tracker that offers anti-theft, fuel cut off, remote control and geofencing capabilities.
BitSight's research revealed MiCODUS devices deployed worldwide by individual consumers; government, military, and law enforcement agencies; and corporations spanning a variety of industries such as aerospace, energy, engineering, manufacturing, shipping, and more. Given the impact and severity of the vulnerabilities found, BitSight recommends users immediately cease using or disable any MiCODUS MV720 GPS trackers until a fix is made available by the company as there is no known workaround.
"If China can remotely control vehicles in the United States, we have a problem," said Richard Clarke, internationally renowned national security expert and former presidential advisor on cybersecurity. "With the fast growth in adoption of mobile devices and the desire for our society to be more connected, it is easy to overlook the fact that GPS tracking devices such as these can greatly increase cyber risk if they are not built with security in mind. BitSight's research findings highlight how having secure IoT infrastructure is even more critical when these vulnerabilities can easily be exploited to impact our personal safety and national security, and lead to extreme outcomes such as large-scale fleet management interruption and even loss of life."
Through its research, BitSight discovered six vulnerabilities in the widely used GPS device. BitSight shared its research with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) when its vulnerability disclosure efforts to MiCODUS were disregarded. BitSight and CISA determined that these vulnerabilities require disclosure. Such action provides organizations and users of this device with the information they need to proactively protect themselves. As a result, CISA, in collaboration with BitSight, has issued a public advisory detailing the notable Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) that were discovered: CVE-2022-2107; CVE-2022-2141; CVE-2022-2199; CVE-2022-34150; and CVE-2022-33944.
"The vulnerabilities discovered by BitSight can directly impact our physical world, potentially resulting in disastrous consequences for individuals and organizations if not addressed," said BitSight CEO Stephen Harvey. "Our research highlights why it is critical for organizations to consider Internet of Things (IoT) devices in cyber resilience efforts. Implementing Internet-connected devices like the MiCODUS GPS trackers can expand an organization's attack surface and expose individual consumers to new risks. Understanding how IoT and other technologies can increase the potential to disrupt business continuity, damage a firm's reputation, and threaten human safety should be considered essential."
Some of the more severe attack scenarios at risk upon the potential exploitation of these vulnerabilities, which earned as high as a 9.8 CVSS score, include:
- Remotely cutting off the fuel line of a vehicle that is in motion;
- Gaining access to vehicle location information, user routes, geofences and real-time location tracking for surveillance purposes; and
- Monitoring and controlling all communications to and from the GPS tracker, including intentionally issuing incorrect vehicle location information to the GPS server.
"The vulnerabilities we discovered affecting the MiCODUS MV720 would allow for many possible attack scenarios where a bad actor could easily gain complete control over any GPS tracker of this type," concluded Pedro Umbelino, principal security researcher at BitSight. "Unfortunately, these vulnerabilities are not difficult to exploit. For example, we discovered that the web interface and mobile app share the same default password, and the GPS tracker has commands that will work even without a password. Basic flaws in this vendor's overall system architecture raise significant questions about the vulnerability of other models."
Click here to download the full GPS tracking device report.
BitSight transforms how organizations manage cyber risk. The BitSight Security Ratings Platform applies sophisticated algorithms, producing daily security ratings that range from 250 to 900, to help organizations manage their own security performance; mitigate third party risk; underwrite cyber insurance policies; conduct financial diligence; and assess aggregate risk. With the largest ecosystem of users and information, BitSight is the Standard in Security Ratings. For more information, please visit www.bitsight.com, read our blog or follow @BitSight on Twitter.
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Warhol’s ‘Marilyn’ auction nabs $195M; most for US artist
NEW YORK (AP) — Andy Warhol’s “Shot Sage Blue Marilyn” sold for a cool $195 million on Monday, making the iconic portrait of Marilyn Monroe the most expensive work by a U.S. artist ever sold at auction.
The 1964 silkscreen image shows Monroe in vibrant close-up — hair yellow, eyeshadow blue and lips red — on a rich blue background. It’s also the most expensive piece from the 20th century ever auctioned, according to Christie’s auction house in New York, where the sale took place.
The Warhol sale unseated the previous record holder and another modern master, Jean-Michel Basquiat, whose 1982 painting “Untitled” of a skull-like face sold for a record $110.5 million at Sotheby’s in 2017.
Christie’s said an unnamed buyer made the purchase Monday night. When the auction was announced earlier this year, they estimated it could go for as much as $200 million.
“It’s an amazing price,” said Alex Rotter, chairman of Christie’s 20th and 21st century art department. “Let it sink in, it’s quite something.”
“This is where we wanted to be, clearly,” said Guillaume Cerutti, CEO of Christie’s. “It proves we are in a very resilient art market.”
The proceeds of the sale will go to the Thomas and Doris Ammann Foundation Zurich, which put the painting up for auction. The foundation aims to help children with health care and educational programs.
Warhol created more than one image of Monroe; this particular painting has been exhibited in museums around the world. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/09/warhols-marilyn-auction-nabs-195m-highest-for-us-artist/ | 2022-05-10T04:42:02Z |
Danish Qureshi Named President in Addition to Role as Chief Operating Officer
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LifeStance Health (NASDAQ: LFST), one of the nation's largest providers of in-person and virtual outpatient mental healthcare, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Ken Burdick as the company's new Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, effective September 7. Burdick succeeds Michael Lester, who has served as the company's founding Chief Executive Officer and Chairman since 2017 and will be retiring. Lester will continue to serve as a Strategic Advisor to the company.
LifeStance provides evidence-based, affordable and medically-driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults experiencing a variety of mental health conditions in an outpatient care setting, both in-person and through its digital health telemedicine offering. LifeStance offers state-of-the-art clinical excellence in a compassionate and safe environment through its network of over 5,000 clinicians operating across 32 states and in approximately 600 centers.
"I have tremendous admiration for LifeStance as one of the nation's largest in-network, outpatient behavioral health companies," said Burdick. "Through its dedicated team of clinicians, tech-enabled hybrid services and patient-first approach, LifeStance is at the forefront of expanding access to care. It's a privilege to be joining the company at a time when our services are more needed than ever, and I look forward to working with the team in pursuit of our vision of a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. I am also looking forward to working closely with Danish Qureshi in his new role as President, in addition to his role as Chief Operating Officer."
"Ken is an accomplished industry veteran with a deep understanding of today's healthcare landscape and a history of driving profitable growth at companies that are truly making a difference in people's lives," said the LifeStance Board of Directors. "The entire board thanks Mike for his leadership, passion and dedication over so many years. He has been instrumental in building LifeStance into the innovative, successful company that it is today. We wish him all the best as he transitions to retirement and look forward to continuing our relationship with Mike in his new role as a Strategic Advisor to the company."
Burdick brings extensive healthcare experience to LifeStance, having held several executive and leadership roles over a 40-year career. Most recently, Burdick served as Executive Vice President of National Markets and Products at Centene, where he led all health plans before retiring in January 2021. Prior to that, Burdick served as President and CEO of WellCare from 2015 until it was acquired by Centene in January 2020. He also held numerous roles of increasing responsibility at UnitedHealth Group and Cigna. At UnitedHealth, he served as CEO of UnitedHealthcare. Burdick currently serves on several healthcare company boards and just completed a four-year term as national Board Chair for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
"As a founding team member of LifeStance, I have had the pleasure of working alongside Mike as we built the company together, and I want to thank him for his incredible leadership of the company from inception to over 5,000 clinicians strong in just five years," said Qureshi. "As I step into this new role, I am looking forward to working with Ken and our full executive team, and we remain laser-focused on guiding our business through the next phase of growth."
"LifeStance is a special company that is changing the lives of patients daily through high-quality, personalized and compassionate care," said Lester. "It has been an honor to serve as founding CEO and build this company for the past five years, and I am deeply grateful to the entire team for their unwavering commitment to making high-quality mental healthcare accessible across the country. As we look ahead to the next phase of growth, I know Ken is the right leader to take LifeStance forward. His experience as a seasoned public company executive and his strong reputation with the investor community will serve LifeStance well as we grow into the future. In partnership with Danish as President and COO, I have never been more confident in what the future holds for LifeStance, and I look forward to serving as a Strategic Advisor to the company."
ABOUT LIFESTANCE HEALTH
Founded in 2017, LifeStance (NASDAQ: LFST) is reimagining mental health. We are one of the nation's largest providers of virtual and in-person outpatient mental healthcare for children, adolescents and adults experiencing a variety of mental health conditions. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable and personalized mental healthcare. LifeStance employs approximately 5,200 psychiatrists, advanced practice nurses, psychologists and therapists and operates across 32 states and approximately 600 centers. To learn more, please visit www.LifeStance.com.
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– Acquires Four Properties for $164 Million within Prime Infill Southern California Submarkets –
– Year-to-Date Investments Total $774 Milliacquon –
LOS ANGELES, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. (the "Company" or "Rexford Industrial") (NYSE: REXR), a real estate investment trust focused on creating value by investing in and operating industrial properties located throughout infill Southern California, today announced the acquisition of four industrial properties for an aggregate purchase price of $163.8 million. The purchases were funded using a combination of cash on hand, the Company's line of credit and units in the Company's operating partnership ("OP Units").
"These investments, acquired through off-market transactions, reflect our team's ability to leverage its regional sharpshooter advantage and value-add expertise within infill Southern California, the nation's lowest-supply and highest-demand industrial market. Our proprietary market access positions the Company to drive favorable cash flow growth as we capitalize upon our information advantage to accretively grow beyond our current portfolio comprising 39 million square feet of industrial properties, representing a 2% market share," stated Howard Schwimmer and Michael Frankel, Co-Chief Executive Officers of the Company. "Our year-to-date investments total $774 million, of which over 85% were acquired through off-market or lightly marketed transactions. With over $600 million of additional investments under contract or accepted offer, plus a breadth of value-add internal growth initiatives under-way, we are well positioned with a low-leverage balance sheet to drive superior long-term shareholder value."
In May and June, through off-market transactions, the Company acquired:
- 2020 South Central Avenue, Compton, located within the LA – South Bay submarket for $10.8 million, or $110 per land square foot. The 2.3 acre industrial-zoned land site contains a fully occupied 30,233 square foot single tenant building, leased at rent estimated to be approximately 60% below current market rates. Upon lease expiration, the Company plans to redevelop the site by constructing a 45,000 square foot Class-A industrial building. The initial 3.5% unlevered cash yield is projected to grow to an unlevered stabilized cash yield on total investment of 5.5%. According to CBRE, the vacancy rate in the 219 million square foot LA – South Bay submarket was 0.6% at the end of the first quarter 2022.
- 14200-14220 Arminta Street, Panorama City, located within the LA – San Fernando Valley submarket for $90.2 million, or $451 per square foot. The 200,000 square foot Class-A building situated on 8.5 acres is leased long-term to a credit tenant at rent estimated to be approximately 35% below current market rates. The investment generates an initial 2.8% unlevered cash yield on total investment, growing over time by 3.25% contractual annual rent increases. The purchase was completed using $24.5 million of cash and 954,000 OP Units at a value of $68.84 per unit, which are redeemable by the seller on a one-to-one basis for shares of the Company's publicly traded common stock. According to CBRE, the vacancy rate in the 181 million square foot LA – San Fernando submarket was 0.5% at the end of the first quarter 2022.
- 1172 Holt Boulevard, Ontario, located within the Inland Empire – West submarket for $17.8 million, or $404 per square foot. The 44,000 square foot Class-A building was built in 2021 and is situated on 2.1 acres of land adjacent to the Company's recently purchased 1154 Holt Boulevard site. The property is leased to a single tenant at rent estimated to be approximately 35% below current market rental rates. Upon lease expiration, the Company intends to drive accretive cash flow growth through re-leasing at market rates. The investment generates an initial 2.5% unlevered cash yield that is projected to grow to an unlevered stabilized cash yield on total investment of 4.1%. According to CBRE, the vacancy rate in the 321 million square foot Inland Empire - West submarket was 0.1% at the end of the first quarter 2022.
- 1500 South Raymond Avenue, Fullerton, located within the North Orange County submarket for $45.0 million, or $143 per land square foot. The 7.2-acre industrial-zoned site contains a recently shuttered hotel that will be redeveloped into a Class-A warehouse totaling approximately 138,500 square feet with excess land for trailer/outdoor storage. The high visibility property has freeway frontage with immediate on/off ramp access. The investment is projected to generate a 4.8% unlevered cash yield on total investment upon stabilization. According to CBRE, the vacancy rate in the 115 million square foot North Orange County submarket was 0.9% at the end of the first quarter 2022.
About Rexford Industrial
Rexford Industrial creates value by investing in, operating and redeveloping industrial properties throughout infill Southern California, the world's fourth largest industrial market and consistently the highest-demand, lowest supply market in the nation. The Company's highly differentiated strategy enables internal and external growth opportunities through its proprietary value creation and asset management capabilities. Rexford Industrial's high-quality, irreplaceable portfolio comprises 322 properties with approximately 38.8 million rentable square feet occupied by a stable and diverse tenant base. Structured as a real estate investment trust (REIT) listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker "REXR," Rexford Industrial is an S&P MidCap 400 Index member. For more information, please visit www.rexfordindustrial.com.
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SHANGHAI, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dada Nexus Limited (Dada Group, NASDAQ: DADA), China's leading local on-demand delivery and retail platform, today announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022.
Financial highlights:
- Total net revenues first quarter were RMB2,025.3 million. Aligning the revenue of Dada Now last-mile delivery services to a comparable basis, revenue growth would have been 74% year over year.
- Net profit margin improved by about 30 percentage points year over year on a comparable basis.
- Total Gross Merchandise Volume ("GMV") of JDDJ for the twelve months ended March 31, 2022 was RMB49.1 billion, an increase of 74.4% year over year from RMB28.1 billion in the same period of 2021.
- Number of active consumers for the twelve months ended March 31, 2022 was 67.9 million, as compared with 46.1 million in the same period of 2021.
- Net revenues generated from JDDJ were RMB1,402.3 million, an increase of 80% year over year from 778.3 million in the same period of 2021.
Operation highlights:
- Since JD.com's increased investment in Dada Group was completed at the end of February, the omni-channel business cooperation between Dada Group and JD.com has further strengthened. In the first quarter, the GMV of Shop Now, or Xiaoshigou, the unified brand for all on-demand retail services operated by Dada Group within the JD ecosystem, increased by more than 3 times year over year. The geographical coverage of the Nearby, or Fujin tab on the JD.com mobile App, which is one of the major entry points of Shop Now, further expanded, gaining more exposure among JD users.
- Dada Group continued to empower retailers and brands via innovative digital tools, to help them accelerate digital transformation:
- Haibo, the omni-channel O2O operating system for retailers, continued to empower more merchants to carry out O2O operations across multiple channels efficiently. As of the end of March, the Haibo system had been deployed in more than 6,700 retail chain stores, including about 3,000 stores of around 50 top100 supermarket chains in China.
- To help improve brand partners' sales efficiency, Dada Group has recently launched the Earth Grid System, or Kunce, which visualizes brands' online inventory down to a 3 x 3 km grid level, helping brands to optimize point of sales coverage and gain regional sales share. As of now, more than 30 brands in food and beverage, grain and oil, mom-and-baby care products, and other categories have adopted the Kunce system.
- The digitized in-store picking service, Dada Picking, had been fully rolled out to Walmart stores nationwide by the end of March. Dada Picking's empowerment in helping address labor shortages and digitalize the picking process is highly valued by retailers. As a result, order volume maintained strong growth momentum. In the first quarter, the number of orders fulfilled by Dada Picking increased by more than 3 times year-over-year.
About Dada Group
Dada Group is a leading platform of local on-demand retail and delivery in China. It operates JDDJ, one of China's largest local on-demand retail platforms for retailers and brand owners, and Dada Now, a leading local on-demand delivery platform open to merchants and individual senders across various industries and product categories. The company's two platforms are inter-connected and mutually beneficial. The Dada Now platform enables improved delivery experience for participants on the JDDJ platform through its readily accessible fulfillment solutions and strong on-demand delivery infrastructure. Meanwhile, the vast volume of on-demand delivery orders from the JDDJ platform increases order volume and density for the Dada Now platform. In June 2020, Dada Group began trading on the Nasdaq Global Market, under the ticker symbol "DADA".
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Disney parks change ‘fairy godmother’ title to gender-neutral ‘apprentice,’ report says
(Gray News) - Employees at Disney’s popular Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutiques are reportedly getting a more gender-neutral title.
Disney shared that “Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices” at Disney World and Disneyland will now help children dress up as their favorite characters at the boutique and get them storybook stunning upon reopening on Aug. 25.
According to Streaming The Magic, a blog dedicated to Disney events, the boutique cast members were previously “Fairy God Mothers in Training,” but the name change to apprentices will allow workers who do not identify as women to be a part of the magic.
According to the blog, the boutique has been a longtime tradition for families to bring their children to get dressed and styled as their favorite Disney characters.
The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutiques have been closed since the early stages of the pandemic, but Disney reports online reservations will once again be available in early August.
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A new national study by b Authentic Inc shows that, besides compensation and flexibility, employees rank an authentic company culture as the most important factor when considering a new job; diversity ranked last among seven factors.
HARTFORD, Conn., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A national research study released today measuring the impact of authenticity in the workplace, found that employees value authenticity over just about everything else when they're considering a new job. Coming in just behind compensation and flexibility, employees are looking for an authentic company culture (87%) and having an authentic manager (84%). The first-of-its-kind study comes on the heels of continued post-pandemic workforce casualties that have left companies scrambling to keep top talent.
A recurring theme throughout the study is that companies are simply not living up to employees' expectations. The data shows that the missing piece to the puzzle – authenticity – carries substantially more weight, even among diverse employees, more so than employers showing a commitment to issues they care about (81%), getting the experience they need to build their resume (72%), and diversity (68%).
"The findings in no way suggest that diversity isn't important," says b Authentic Inc CEO, Erin Hatzikostas. "Rather, this study shows that even if a company checks all the right boxes and achieves all the right numbers, it will be all for naught if people can't be themselves at work."
Data from the study also explains why employees put more weight on authenticity, showing a direct link between an employee being authentic and their career development. For example, employees said that being authentic at work directly led to a pay raise or promotion (30%), better results (35%), and greater job stability (45%).
In addition, the study drew a strong line between authentic company culture and/or authentic leadership and employee retention, proving that authenticity can be a major weapon in the talent war and a promising solution to The Great Resignation.
For example, 85% of those who work at organizations where authenticity is always/usually practiced expect to be with their employer two years from now, compared to less than half (47%) of those who work at organizations where authenticity is rarely or never practiced.
Although the current challenges in the workplace are complex, this study makes clear that companies taking a simpler, more authentic approach to their culture – reducing the red tape, pausing the politics, banning the buzzwords – are likely those that will thrive in this new workplace era.
"I've always believed that authenticity is critical in the workplace," Hatzikostas adds, "and that it's something tangible you can implement. With this study, we've now put hard numbers behind it. Hopefully, this will help leaders see that an authentic culture isn't just a "nice to-do", but it's a business imperative."
Access the full study at bAuthenticInc.com/research.
Study Methodology
The study was completed in partnership with Material, using SurveyMonkey Audience to collect responses. On January 29th, 2022 a survey was sent to employed Americans titled "Workplace Survey" and 1,122 responses were received that same day.
About b Authentic, Inc
b Authentic Inc provides keynote speaking, corporate workshops, and executive coaching services to help professionals maximize their careers, modernize their culture, and make more moola by using authenticity as their secret weapon to success.
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Increased Use of Technology and Product Personalization Fuel Investor Trust, CFA Institute Investor Trust Study Reveals
NEW YORK, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, today published Enhancing Investors' Trust – the 2022 CFA Institute Investor Trust Study, the fifth in its biennial series, which measures trust levels and explores the factors that drive trust in financial services among retail and institutional investors in 15 markets globally. The study reveals that trust in financial services has reached an all-time high.
The study reveals five factors driving higher trust in financial services: strong market performance, fee compression, tech-enabled transparency, greater access to markets, and new personalized products. The study identifies increased use of technology as a major trust factor, simplifying investing by improving access to markets and information. Half of retail investors and more than four-fifths of institutional investors say that increased use of technology has increased trust in their adviser or asset manager, respectively.
The study also finds that personalization is additive to trust, and advisers who understand their clients personally, or provide investment products that align with clients' personal values and beliefs, can deliver the most value.
Rebecca Fender, CFA, Head of Strategy & Governance for Research, Advocacy and Standards at
CFA Institute, and lead author of the Trust Study, comments:
"The highs we're now seeing in investor trust are certainly cause for optimism, but the challenge is sustaining trust even during periods of volatility. Our ongoing examination of the dynamics required to build and maintain investor trust reveals what investors need from their advisors and managers through the highs and lows of market cycles. Technology, the alignment of values, and personal connections are all coming through as key determinants in a resilient trust dynamic.
"The under-44s, and particularly millennials, are leading the way in their use of technology and in their desire for personalized products. This investor cohort has relatively high trust in robo-advice, digital apps, and digital nudges such as alerts about new investment opportunities, and they are using online platforms to execute their investment strategies. They are also eager to use investment products that allow them to invest in line with their personal values, including sustainability and ESG preferences. Climate change and clean energy are the top ESG priorities for retail investors, while institutions are focusing on data protection and privacy, and sustainable supply chain management."
Key Findings
- The proportion of institutional investors with high or very high trust in financial services has risen to 86% (65% in the prior survey). Among retail investors, trust levels are up to 60% (previously 46%). Retail investors are now more trusting in all markets surveyed except India, where trust has fallen from 87% to 83%, although India remains the market with the highest trust level. The United States, Singapore and Australia recorded the highest increases in trust levels (increasing to 64%, 62%, and 45% respectively). Germany (37%) is now the lowest trust market (previously Australia). Millennial retail investors—and particularly those aged 25 to 34—are the most trusting of financial services (72% of this cohort have high or very high trust).
- Advisers add trust: Almost twice the number of retail investors with advisers (58%) are interested in trying new investment products compared to investors without an adviser (37%).
- Advised investors are also more interested in personalized products (82%) and are willing to pay additional fees for customization (62%). Direct indexing (cited by 56%), personalized impact funds (53%) and artificial intelligence-driven investments (44%), are of the most interest to retail investors with advisers.
- Most institutional investors (87%, up from 66%) and most retail investors (50%, up from 48%) say technology increases their trust in their asset manager or adviser – due to more transparency, simplified access to markets and products, and personalization.
- In terms of generational differences, the under-35s are nearly twice as likely as the over 65s to have a retail trading account (68% versus 37%, respectively), and are nearly three times more likely to trust digital nudges (92% versus 33% respectively). Overall, 71% of retail investors say that retail trading apps have increased their understanding of investing, and most say these apps have increased their frequency of trading (57%).
- For the first time, most retail investors (56%) envisage that in the next three years, access to technology platforms and tools through which they can execute their investment strategies will be more important than access to a human being for assistance. This reflects a steady shift in sentiment across 12 of 15 markets surveyed and resonates most loudly in India (90%) and the United Arab Emirates (84%). Canadian retail investors are least likely to prefer tech-led investment execution (29%).
- Advice is still the domain of humans. Three-quarters (74%) of retail investors are more likely to trust human advice versus robo-led advice—a level that has remained stable since 2020 (73%). China is currently the only market where fewer than half of retail investors distinctly prefer a human adviser.
- Globally, 84% of institutional investors would invest in a fund that primarily uses artificial intelligence to select investment holdings, with a similar proportion (78%) believing that use of AI in investment-decision-making will lead to better investor outcomes. A lesser proportion of retail investors (39%) would consider AI-driven funds.
- Two-thirds of institutional investors say they are now invested in cryptocurrencies, with government-sponsored pension plans the most likely holders (94% of those surveyed). Globally, 32% of retail investors invest in cryptocurrencies—ranging from 67% of surveyed investors in India, to 7% in Canada. Overall, fewer than half of retail investors trust cryptocurrencies to hold their value (42%), compared to 84% of institutional investors, consistent with the different usage levels of crypto by these two groups.
- Retail investors across all markets are either interested in or already using ESG investing strategies (77%). ESG areas of interest vary among retail and institutional investors: climate change, clean energy, air and water pollution are the top concerns for retail investors, while data protection, sustainable supply chain management, and climate change are the top concerns for institutions. Among institutional investors, best-in-class screening (cited by 57%) has overtaken engagement and active ownership as the most popular approach to ESG investing, and institutional investors are showing high levels of trust in ESG messaging and net-zero pledges (87% trust such messaging). In contrast, less than half (46%) of retail investors trust these pledges, illustrating some concerns over potential greenwashing.
- Globally, 40% of retail investors say it is important to have an adviser who shares their values. This sentiment is highest in China, where 74% believe shared values are important. Fewer than a quarter of respondents in Australia and Canada (23% and 18%, respectively), hold this view, however.
- Institutional investors are increasingly using brands as a proxy for trust, with 55% citing the importance of brand in selecting firms to work with. In-person connection still matters, particularly among retail investors in low-trust markets. Globally, 54% of respondents favor in-person meetings for establishing an investor-client relationship at the outset. In fact, most retail investors in every market say that in-person interaction is necessary to trust an adviser.
- Institutional investors revealed a change in the factors that could lead to lost trust. From a previous emphasis on financial performance, respondents reveal that a failure to adopt a standard voluntary code of conduct (cited by 23%), and a publicly stated corporate view on a social or political issue that does not align with those of the institutional client (21%), are now the top two factors for lost trust.
To view the full survey and results for the 2022 CFA Institute Investor Trust Study, visit: CFA Institute: Enhancing Investors' Trust.
For more information, contact PR@CFAInstitute.org
About the Trust Survey
On behalf of CFA Institute, Coalition Greenwich conducted an online survey of 3,588 retail investors and 976 institutional investors in October and November 2021. Markets included were Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, Mexico, Singapore, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and the United States. Retail investors surveyed were 25 years or older, with investible assets of at least US$100,000, except in India, where the minimum investible asset level was INR 500,000 (5 lakh rupees). Institutional investors included those with responsibility for investment decisions at organizations with assets under management of at least US$50 million, including public and private pension funds, endowments and foundations, insurance companies, and sovereign wealth funds. The margin of error for total retail investors is +/-1.6% and for total institutional investors is +/-1.9% at a 95% confidence level. To view the full survey and results, visit: CFA Institute: Earning Investors' Trust.
About CFA Institute
CFA Institute is the global association of investment professionals that sets the standard for professional excellence and credentials. The organization is a champion of ethical behavior in investment markets and a respected source of knowledge in the global financial community. Our aim is to create an environment where investors' interests come first, markets function at their best, and economies grow. There are more than 180,000 CFA® charterholders worldwide in more than 160 markets. CFA Institute has nine offices worldwide and there are 160 local societies. For more information, visit www.cfainstitute.org or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter at @CFAInstitute.
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Vernon Winfrey, Oprah Winfrey's father, died late Friday after battling cancer, Oprah announced in a statement. He was 89.
"Yesterday with family surrounding his bedside I had the sacred honor of witnessing the man responsible for my life, take his last breath," Oprah said in a tribute to her father shared on Instagram. "We could feel Peace enter the room at his passing."
A tribute written on Oprah Daily, Oprah's lifestyle outlet, said Oprah was able to spend time with her father in Nashville during his final weeks.
On July 4, Vernon was surprised with a "Vernon Winfrey Appreciation Celebration" and backyard barbecue, where he was surrounded by friends and loved ones.
The celebration was a way to give her father his "'flowers while he's still well enough to smell them," Oprah said in an earlier post.
During the celebration, Oprah's friend and gospel singer Wintley Phipps sang for him. "He FELT the love and reveled in it until he could no longer speak," she wrote.
Vernon was a well known barber in his community and served on the Metro Nashville Council for 16 years.
"I offer my deepest condolences to the family of Vernon Winfrey. Vernon served on Metro Council for 16 years and dedicated his life to entrepreneurship, barbering, and mentoring young men in the community," Nashville Mayor John Cooper said on Twitter. "An Army veteran and deacon, he leaves behind a legacy of service."
Oprah's mother, Vernita Lee, died in 2018 at 83. Lee was born in Mississippi and gave birth to Winfrey as a young woman. Lee and Vernon never married.
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MEXICO CITY, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tangelo, a leading financial technology company in Latin America specializing in alternative credit, announced the closing of its credit facility for $3 billion Mexican pesos (around $150 million US dollars) with HSBC. This credit facility aims to support Tangelo's Mexican asset-based lending portfolio growth, optimizing cash and leverage levels, allowing Tangelo to continue diversifying its debt profile, promoting funding in local currency, and supporting increasing demand for its SME credit solutions.
This new facility will allow Tangelo to maintain an efficient capital structure, improve its profitability profile and continue reporting strong financial indicators.
Tangelo's co-CEO, Alejandro Monzó, commented: "The signing of this facility provides us with sufficient liquidity to keep expanding our asset-based lending portfolio, supporting more Mexican small and medium enterprises, and consolidate our strong position in the market".
Tangelo is a Latin American financial technology company specializing in alternative credit with over 25 years of experience developing bespoke credit solutions for underserved consumers and SMEs. The versatility of its proprietary technology platform enables product customization and the ability to quickly build and scale different credit products, ranging from point-of-sale financing, supply chain financing, asset-based lending, credit-scoring-as-a-service, and end-to-end white label digital credit solutions for multiple industries and regions.
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ATLANTA -- Georgia House District 151 candidate Joyce Barlow has been endorsed by the Georgia Association of Educators for her commitment to support public education.
“As a successful small business owner and health care provider in southwest Georgia, I know the value of a high-quality public education," Barlow said in a news release. "Supporting Georgia’s teachers, who show up every day for their students despite all of the challenges facing them, is a top priority for me.
"From students facing enormous obstacles due to a high poverty rate in District 151, to health challenges caused by the pandemic, our teachers are breaking under the weight of it all. Georgia Educators need the support and trust of Georgia lawmakers. The teacher shortage crisis we are experiencing is a direct result of the lack of leadership in Georgia’s General Assembly. I will work with, not against, our dedicated Georgia educators in their mission to provide the best possible education for the children of District 151 and all of Georgia.”
Barlow is a registered nurse and small business owner in Albany. A long-time advocate for public health, she founded Englewood Health Care, a home health care facility, in 1984. In 1991, she opened Englewood Home Health and Hospice Systems in Albany, the first black-led Medicare/Medicaid-certified home health and hospice agency in southwest Georgia.
The candidate earned a bachelor of science degree in Nursing from Barry University and obtained an MBA from American Century University. In February 2022, she was elected into the Georgia Nursing Association’s Hall of Fame and recognized for her advocacy work in the health care field.
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Company to be able to perform approximately 30,000 tests a week by the end of July, supplementing public health response
Physicians can order the novel Quest Diagnostics lab test beginning today and the CDC orthopoxvirus test the first half of August
SECAUCUS, N.J., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, today announced the nationwide availability* of the company's lab-developed molecular diagnostic test to aid in the diagnosis of infection with the monkeypox virus, with plans to launch the CDC's orthopoxvirus test in the first half of August.
The company's novel dual-target real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test is believed to be the first commercially available test developed and offered by a national laboratory provider to aid in the qualitative detection and differentiation of monkeypox virus (West African clade) DNA from other non-variola orthopoxviruses. Developed by the company's research and development team, the test was validated under CLIA federal regulations, and is now performed at the company's advanced laboratory in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. The test uses swab specimens collected by healthcare providers, such as in physician offices and hospitals, from patients presenting with an acute generalized pustular or vesicular rash. Test results are intended to be used in conjunction with clinical observations and epidemiological risk factors, and results should not be used as the sole basis of treatment or other patient management decisions.
With the new automated test, Quest expects to be able to perform approximately 30,000 monkeypox virus tests a week by the end of July. Depending on demand, Quest can expand capacity for monkeypox testing across other advanced laboratories in its national network.
In addition, Quest is currently validating the orthopoxvirus test from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) with the goal to provide it as an additional test option to physicians in the first half of August. On June 22, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Quest Diagnostics is one of five laboratories the CDC selected to expand nationwide test capacity for the monkeypox virus using the CDC's orthopoxvirus test.
"We commend the HHS and CDC for spearheading public-private collaboration to mobilize response to the current monkeypox outbreak," said Jay G. Wohlgemuth, M.D., Senior Vice President, R&D, Medical and Chief Medical Officer, Quest Diagnostics. "Quest's expertise in infectious disease testing, national scale and relationships with half the country's physicians and health systems is a vital complement to the efforts of the CDC and other public health labs to combat the monkeypox outbreak in the United States."
"The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated the importance of broad access to quality laboratory testing for emerging infectious diseases," said Ruth Clements, Vice President and General Manager, Infectious Disease, Quest Diagnostics. "Quest's laboratory developed test complements the CDC test, supporting the public effort with an automated test option for the monkeypox virus."
Monkeypox is a rare infectious disease typically occurring in parts of Africa. The West African clade is the circulating virus in the current global outbreak. CDC recommends that anyone with monkeypox symptoms talk to their health care provider, even if they don't think they had contact with someone who has monkeypox.
*The service will be available in New York at a later date, pending the New York Department of Health's review of the laboratory developed test. For more information on the company's monkeypox testing, visit https://www.questdiagnostics.com/healthcare-professionals/about-our-tests/infectious-diseases/monkeypox
About Quest Diagnostics
Quest Diagnostics empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors and improve healthcare management. Quest annually serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and hospitals in the United States, and our 50,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, our diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives. www.QuestDiagnostics.com
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tyra Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: TYRA), a precision oncology company focused on developing purpose-built therapies to overcome tumor resistance and improve outcomes for patients with cancer, today announced that management will participate at the following investor conferences:
H.C. Wainwright's 24th Annual Global Investment Conference
- September 12-14th, 2022
- A pre-recorded presentation will be available here on September 12th at 7am ET
Cantor Oncology, Hematology & HemeOnc Conference
- September 28th, 2022, in NY
- Panel discussion titled, "Resistant to Resistance: Approaches to Address Resistance in Oncology", on September 28th at 11:30am ET
About Tyra Biosciences
Tyra Biosciences, Inc. is a precision oncology company focused on developing purpose-built therapies to overcome tumor resistance and improve outcomes for patients with cancer. TYRA's proprietary in-house discovery platform, SNÅP, enables the rapid and precise refinement of structural design through iterative molecular SNÅPshots that help predict genetic alterations most likely to cause acquired resistance to existing therapies. Leveraging SNÅP, TYRA is developing a pipeline of selective inhibitors of Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptors (FGFR), which are altered in approximately 7% of all cancers. TYRA-300 is an FGFR3 selective inhibitor for oncology. TYRA-200 is an FGFR2 inhibitor that TYRA is developing initially in intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. TYRA is also targeting achondroplasia and other FGFR3-related skeletal dysplasias and FGFR4 and REarranged during Transfection kinase (RET) related cancers. TYRA is based in Carlsbad, CA. For more information about our science, pipeline and people, please visit www.tyra.bio and engage with us on LinkedIn.
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i2 Group's i2 Intelligence Analysis Solutions Now Available to Public Sector Via Four Inc.
HERNDON, Va., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Inc. has been named a public sector aggregator for i2 Group (i2), a wholly owned subsidiary of N. Harris Computer Corporation (Harris). Under the agreement, Four Inc. will provide i2 Intelligence Analysis solutions to the public sector through Four Inc.'s NASA Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) V and Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – Software 2 (ITES-SW2) contracts and its network of channel partners as part of Four Inc.'s boutique aggregation program. The program offers key elements to support and grow i2 Group's Public Sector business, including multi-year financial solutions and as-as-service offerings.
"Our partnership with Four Inc. truly is a force multiplier for i2 Group," said Scott Watson, North American Channels Sales Leader for i2 group. "Four Inc. will play a key role in meeting our strategic and tactical objectives across North America and we're excited to be a key solution in their Intelligence Analytics portfolio."
i2 Group's i2 portfolio consisting of i2 Analyst's Notebook, i2 Enterprise Insight Analysis (EIA), and i2 iBase platforms including the recent addition of Rosoka solutions, tracks critical missions across law enforcement, fraud and financial crime, military defense, and national security and intelligence sectors.
"i2 Group is a foundational partner in our Intelligence Analysis ecosystem," said Chris Wilkinson, Four Inc. Senior Vice President of Platform Sales. "We're excited to enable our channel to support our government customers with the i2 Intelligence Analysis Portfolio providing analysts advanced fusion and multi-dimensional analytics to create actionable intelligence to detect, disrupt, and defeat sophisticated threats."
i2 Group's i2 intelligence analysis solutions are available immediately via Four Inc.'s SEWPV and ITES-SW2 Contract Vehicles. For more information, contact Four Inc. at sales@fourinc.com
i2 Group is a world-leader in intelligence analysis software. They empower intelligence analysts and investigators to discover, create, and disseminate actionable intelligence to identify the perpetrators of criminal activity. Founded in Cambridge, UK in 1990, it has more than 30 years' experience in helping its users to solve complex problems. Their products have been proven in countless real-world operations and are relied upon by 4,500+ users in more than 140 countries. www.i2group.com
Four Inc. is a Small Business and has been recognized as a Top 100 government contractor on Washington Technology's Top 100 Report consecutively for the last seven years. Four Inc.'s expertise of the federal IT contracting process and their carefully crafted ecosystem of manufacturers and partners has enabled them to expertly deliver the right technology solutions and services to their customers. Through their proven experience and dedication to their core values, they have earned the IT community's respect and trust. www.fourinc.com
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New program empowers businesses to accelerate talent strategies using rich market insights from iCIMS' platform data
HOLMDEL, N.J., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- iCIMS, the talent cloud company, today announced the launch of iCIMS Insights+ and iCIMS Insights Advisor subscription programs to provide a deeper look into industry trends, real-time changes in the labor market and opportunities to connect with the greater talent community.
The new programs build on the success of the company's leading labor market industry data program, iCIMS Insights, which provides an exclusive look into the latest labor market activity and trends through globally recognized research and monthly reports. The data is drawn from iCIMS' proprietary database of employer and job seeker activity from more than 4,000 customers and hundreds of millions of data points across job openings, job applications and hires, and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times.
iCIMS Insights+ is available to iCIMS customers and provides exclusive access to:
- Industry deep dives on the metrics that matter the most to talent and business leaders in health services, finance, manufacturing, education, retail trade, technology and more.
- Research findings and thought leadership reports from leaders in talent advisory, mobility, and acquisition to get a closer look at real-time changes in the labor market.
- Briefing think tanks and community events for talent leaders to network, engage on talent strategies, and harness iCIMS best practices.
iCIMS Insights Advisor takes it a step further and delivers one-on-one consulting, including:
- Custom analysis of a customer's iCIMS Talent Cloud platform with personalized recommendations and business considerations to help improve talent outcomes.
- Advisory sessions to help customers improve talent and mobility strategies based on specific business models and needs.
The new iCIMS Insights+ and iCIMS Insights Advisor offerings are now available.
Hear from talent experts and more about iCIMS and its industry data offerings at the third annual INSPIRE global conference. Registration is open for the award-winning event on Nov. 17 with a live streaming experience and a limited in-person audience in Santa Monica, Calif. iCIMS is also accepting nominations for its 2022 Innovator Awards program, recognizing talent leaders who are innovating and helping to create change. Winners will be recognized at this year's conference.
About iCIMS, Inc.
iCIMS is the talent cloud company that empowers organizations to attract, engage, hire and advance the right talent that builds a diverse, winning workforce. iCIMS accelerates transformation for a community of more than 4,000 customers, including 40% of the Fortune 100, that collectively employ more than 34 million people around the world. For more information, visit www.icims.com.
CONTACT: Carlee Capawana, 908-947-6572, carlee.capawana@icims.com
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LOS ANGELES, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Yext, Inc. ("Yext" or the "Company") (NYSE: YEXT).
Class Period: March 4, 2021 – March 8, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 16, 2022
If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Yext's revenue and earnings were significantly deteriorating because of, inter alia, poor sales execution and performance, as well as COVID-19 related disruptions; (2) accordingly, Yext was unlikely to meet consensus estimates for its full year ("FY") fiscal 2022 financial results and fiscal 2023 outlook; and (3) 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.
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MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The TechFounders Accelerator program selected Claros Technologies to work with the German multinational specialty chemicals company Lanxess to develop solutions for the capture and recovery of valuable metals used in electric batteries, such as lithium, cobalt, cadmium, and nickel. Claros is one of only 10 European and U.S. startups selected to take part in the international start-up accelerator's 16th batch.
TechFounders was founded in 2015 to drive corporate innovation by connecting the world's leading companies with startups and by providing coaching and a €25,000 project budget. During the 20-week program, Dr. John Brockgreitens, Claros' research and development director, will work with the Lanxess team to apply Claros' technology platform to enable new functionalities in Lanxess' ion-exchange resins.
"This partnership exemplifies how a circular economy can transform the environment and how business is done," Brockgreitens said. "TechFounders has identified a partner in Lanxess that shares our commitment to converting hazardous wastewater into clean, high-demand products: water and metals such as lithium and cadmium. This project will scrub wastewater so it can be safely reused by mining for scarce metals essential for electric vehicles and high-tech consumer products. We can't wait to get to work."
"The science behind Claros Technologies continues to attract interest from many world-class organizations," he added. "We are grateful for this most recent opportunity to partner with two great organizations like Lanxess and TechFounders."
Founded in 2018, Claros is an advanced materials company that designs and develops sustainable materials and solutions for a circular economy. Claros' proprietary technology platforms have been used to develop sustainable functional textiles that are antimicrobial, UV-resistant, and anti-odor; to develop water sorbents to capture, concentrate, and destroy pollutants such as PFAS and mercury, and to develop sorbents and processes for the recovery and reuse of industrially useful metals. For more information, visit https://clarostechnologies.com/
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company based in Cologne, Germany, with sales of €6.1 billion in 2020. The company currently has about 14,900 employees in 33 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals, and plastics. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good. They are the second chemical company to become a corporate partner with the TechFounders program after Wacker AG joined in June last year. For more information, visit https://lanxess.com/
TechFounders is the 20-week tech-startup accelerator program that strategically coaches start-ups, brings them together with established businesses, and prepares them for the next venture capital round with individual coaching and a broad mentoring network. A total of 145 start-ups have joined the accelerator program since 2015. With TechFounders, UnternehmerTUM strengthens its role as a central platform for cooperation between start-ups and established companies. TechFounders also operates the RESPOND Accelerator Program for the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt and powers the SAP.io foundries as well as the recently launched SAFRAN Explore H2 Program. For more information, visit https://techfounders.com/
For inquiries about this news release, please contact Sales & Marketing Manager Stacy Hanson at Claros Technologies:
Phone: 507-363-1503
Email: stacy@clarostech.com
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VANCOUVER, BC, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Xebra Brands Ltd. ("Xebra") (CSE: XBRA) (OTCQB: XBRAF) (FSE: 9YC), a cannabis company, is pleased to announce that its Vicious Citrous cannabis infused lemonade, has been accepted by the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS), for listing and sale in the Province of Ontario, Canada.
Vicious Citrus Lemonade combines 10mg of THC with 2mg of CBN (Cannabinol). Vicious Citrus is one of only a few beverages in Canada containing CBN, a unique cannabinoid that is booming in interest across North America. At the following link an article on CBN published by MJBizDaily:
Marketing of Xebra's Vicious Citrous Lemonade can now begin in Ontario, where some 1,143 retail cannabis store licences have been issued, making it by far the most lucrative cannabis market in Canada. Commercial production is scheduled for June 20th, and product is expected to be available on store shelves in Ontario, and in other provinces this coming summer. Xebra has engaged a cannabis sales & marketing agency to introduce Vicious Citrus Lemonade to Canadian cannabis retailers.
In addition, Vicious Citrus Lemonade is believed to be the one and only cannabis product in Canada that utilizes emulsion IP that has undergone Phase I human clinical trials. The trial was carried-out with the approval of Health Canada. Xebra believes that as the cannabis industry develops, that consumers will demand better and safer products, and that claims about characteristics such as absorption, homogeneity, bioavailability, and shelf-life will be more closely scrutinized by regulators, such as the U.S. FDA, and Health Canada.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD:
Rodrigo Gallardo
President
Certain information contained in this press release constitutes forward-looking statements under applicable securities laws. Any statements that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements, these include, without limitation, statements regarding Xebra Brands Ltd.'s expectations in respect of its ability to successfully execute its business plan or business model; its ability to provide economic, environmental, social, or any benefits of any type, in the communities it operates in or may operate it in the future; its ability to be a first mover in a country, or to obtain or retain government licenses, permits or authorizations in general, or specifically in Mexico, Colombia, Canada, the Netherlands, or elsewhere; its ability to successfully apply for and obtain trademarks and other intellectual property in any jurisdiction; its ability to be cost competitive; its ability to cultivate, grow, or process hemp or cannabis in Mexico, Colombia, Canada, the Netherlands, or elsewhere and related plans; financial, operational, or any other term or statement relating to the Company's participation in the Dutch medicinal cannabis cultivation pilot trial, including guaranteed revenue projections and any deliverable timelines; its ability to manufacture cannabis beverages, wellness products, or other products; its ability to commercialize or sell cannabis beverages, wellness products, or other products, in Mexico, Colombia, Canada, the Netherlands, or elsewhere; its ability to launch, commercialize or to sell Vicious Citrus Lemonade in 2022 or at any time, in any jurisdiction, and its related plans and claims, including market interest; its ability to commercialize or to sell Elements wellness products in any jurisdiction at any time; its ability to create wellness products that have a therapeutic effect or benefit; plans for future growth and the direction of the business; financial projections including expected revenues, gross profits, and EBITDA (which is a non-GAAP financial measure); plans to increase product volumes, the capacity of existing facilities, supplies from third party growers and contractors; expected growth of the cannabis industry generally; management's expectations, beliefs and assumptions in general, including manufacturing costs and production activity in Mexico or any jurisdiction; events or developments that XEBRA expects to take place in the future; general economic conditions; and other risk factors described in the prospectus of the Company dated September 30, 2021. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, are forward-looking information and statements. The words "aim", "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "contemplate", "target", "intends", "continue", "plans", "budget", "estimate", "may", "will", and similar expressions identify forward-looking information and statements. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by XEBRA as of the dates of such statements, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to, the inability of XEBRA to generate sufficient revenues or to raise sufficient funds to carry out its business plan; changes in government legislation, taxation, controls, regulations and political or economic developments in various countries; risks associated with agriculture and cultivation activities generally, including inclement weather, access to supply of seeds, poor crop yields, and spoilage; compliance with import and export laws of various countries; significant fluctuations in cannabis prices and transportation costs; the risk of obtaining necessary licenses and permits; inability to identify, negotiate and complete a potential acquisition for any reason; the ability to retain key employees; dependence on third parties for services and supplies; non-performance by contractual counter-parties; general economic conditions; and the continued growth in global demand for cannabis products and the continued increase in jurisdictions legalizing cannabis; the impact of DTC eligibility, or lack of, on the liquidity of the shares of XEBRA and the timely receipt of regulatory approval for license applications. The foregoing list is not exhaustive and XEBRA undertakes no obligation to update or revise any of the foregoing except as required by law. Many of these uncertainties and contingencies could affect XEBRA's actual performance and cause its actual performance to differ materially from what has been expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements made by, or on behalf of, XEBRA. Readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those set out in such statements.
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Bothell based firm to now operate as Corcoran Lifestyle Properties
NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Corcoran Group, LLC today announced its continued expansion by welcoming its newest affiliate and entrance into the state of Washington with the launch of Corcoran Lifestyle Properties, owned and led by Stephanie and Keoki McCarthy, based in Bothell, Washington. The announcement, made by Pamela Liebman, President and CEO of The Corcoran Group, marks another significant region for the firm, now serving the greater Seattle area from Snohomish to Thurston counties.
Uniquely set on the edge of Seattle's metropolitan area and the lush Washington wilderness, Bothell is home to a wonderful assortment of unique dining, whimsical shops, and craft breweries, and closely neighbors the state's finest wineries in Woodinville. Ranked as one of the best places to live in the state of Washington by Niche and straddling the best of both worlds with unparalleled nature and vibrant city environments, Bothell is an ideal match for the Corcoran brand's rapidly expanding affiliate network.
"Establishing the brand in Washington State is a pivotal moment in growing our west coast footprint, and I'm thrilled that we're sharing in this milestone with Stephanie, Keoki, and their very talented agents," said Liebman. "The decision to enter Bothell and the greater Seattle area was a very intentional and strategic one. With all that the region has to offer in both eager clientele and being a beautiful place to live, I'm confident that Corcoran Lifestyle Properties will exemplify the best of the brand as we make a name for ourselves in Washington."
Stephanie and Keoki McCarthy have been involved in the real estate industry for more than 20 years. Before starting their own firm in 2001, McCarthy Real Estate, Stephanie built her skillset in escrow, title, and even mergers and acquisitions. Today, the duo, formerly associated with Real Living Northwest Realtors, prides themselves on the special culture that has become the driving force of their strength in business. Furthermore, their focus on work/life balance for both themselves and their agents keeps them on a strong path of continued development.
"Corcoran's brand, particularly as a woman-run business, is completely in line with who we are and what we stand for. We are a boutique operation that invests a lot of time in our marketing and how the client feels – so we were incredibly excited to be the first firm to bring the Corcoran brand to the state of Washington," said Stephanie McCarthy. "We are based just minutes from Seattle – a metropolitan market with global appeal – and are thrilled to be joining forces with a group that will allow us to grow our brand in a way we haven't been able to do before," added Keoki McCarthy.
About The Corcoran Group
The Corcoran Group has been a leading residential real estate brand for nearly 50 years. Through its New York City, Hamptons, and South Florida brokerages, along with its rapidly growing affiliate network, the firm is home to more than 160 offices and more than 5,700 independent salespersons in key urban, suburban, and resort markets nationwide. Corcoran agents earn and keep their clients' trust with an unwavering commitment to white-glove service, expertise, and integrity. In every market served, Corcoran helps you find the home that's just right for you. The Corcoran® brand comprises both offices owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices, which are independently owned and operated. For more information about The Corcoran Group, please visit www.corcoran.com.
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Police respond to south Topeka residence Friday morning
Published: Jun. 17, 2022 at 1:16 PM CDT|Updated: 15 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Police units responded to a south Topeka home Friday morning and remained at the scene for more than two hours.
Officers were seen outside a home late Friday morning in the 400 block of S.W. Hillside Drive. The location was just north of S.W. 27th and Topeka Boulevard.
Details about the incident, which was reported to be ongoing around 9:30 a.m., weren’t immediately available.
Police at the scene said no injuries occurred during the incident.
Additional information was expected to be released later Friday by the Topeka Police Department.
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LAS VEGAS, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- iPreg Incorporation (iPreg), an award-winning biomedical device manufacturer in the field of reproductive medicine, has developed a new and enhanced solution for infertility. The "Sperm Sorting Chip'' is expected to increase fertility rate and fill in the blind spots that come with the in vitro fertilization (IVF) process, the technology was showcased at CES 2022
The research and development team at iPreg designed the "Sperm Sorting Chip'' using microfluidic technology which allows the fluid mechanics of sperm to swim in the microfluidic chip and create an environment that allows the sperms to race in the chip. This uniquely designed chip also increases the purity of healthy sperm to 90% while posing minimum damage to the DNA.
Sperm preparation by iPreg sorting chip increases the healthy sperm ratio to 90% in 15 minutes while maintaining the patient's safety as well as high recovery and efficiency. This plays an important role in assisting reproduction that speeds up the crucial stage of sperm screening in the IVF process.
With current infertility rates hanging at an average of 15% globally, IVF is believed to be the most efficient solution on the market with the ability to increase the pregnancy rate to 37.4%. On the other hand, the live birth rates of an IVF cycle with a woman's eggs at age 40-44 is down to a staggering 4.7%.
Through the many stages of fertility, from increasing the ratio of healthy sperm to the early formation of the blastocyst, the sperm sorting chip is expected to improve the success of pregnancy.
Currently, swim up and discontinuous density gradients are the most utilized in fertility clinics to select the fraction of motile spermatozoa. However, both methods have negative effects on sperm viability and can result in sperm DNA fragmentation and consequently lead to a low success rate of pregnancy in IVF therapy. Since health sperm is critical to the success of assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures, iPreg developed a novel device intended for preparing motile sperm from semen.
"iPreg aims to increase the fertility rate and provide modern day parent(s) the opportunity of building a family. With today's lifestyle, medical procedures need to be refined further to cope with the continuous change that poses an obstacle. We are looking to break barriers and provide a fighting chance to parent(s) across the globe," said Chen-Yen Chung, Chief Executive Officer of iPreg Inc.
As women's age at first childbearing increases year by year, the infertility situation is getting worse. Therefore, we believe that the research of IVF treatment urgently needs more investment in new technology. We expect that the application of iPreg chip can increase the fertilization rate and further increase the pregnancy rate of IVF. In addition, the future iPreg chip can also be extended towards tumor diagnosis, immune cell purification and animal husbandry industry, making this technology applicable to more fields.
Going global to make a change
Ever since its establishment, iPreg has been focusing on the in Vitro fertilization market and seeks to continuously improve the new generation of sperm sorting methods to help keep the fertility rate high and the infertility rate as low as possible. In the coming years, the company aims to set up footprint in Southeast Asia, North America and Europe.
iPreg Incorporation will be showcasing its technology at the Taiwan Tech Arena (TTA) Pavilion at Eureka Park, Venetian Expo 1F (Former Sands expo), booth no: 61423.
For more information, visit https://www.ipreginc.com/.
About iPreg Incorporation
Founded by Dr. CY Chung, who holds a Ph.D. in Immunology, in 2018. iPreg Incorporation is a biomedical device manufacturer focusing on reproductive medicine. The newly invented iPreg sperm sorting chip helps facilitate the IVF process in the key step of sperm screening and to further improve the success rate of assisted reproduction. iPreg Incorporation and the sperm sorting chip have won several awards in Taiwan including the 2020 Global Hack Startup, 17th National Innovation Award and the 2020 From IP to IPR Program.
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HOUSTON, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Coterra Energy Inc. ("Coterra" or the "Company") (NYSE: CTRA) today announced it will host a conference call on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at 9:00 AM CT (10:00 AM ET) to discuss second-quarter 2022 financial and operating results. The Company plans to announce second-quarter 2022 results after the market closes on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.
Conference Call Information
Date: Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Time: 10:00 AM ET / 9:00 AM CT
Dial-in (for callers in the U.S. and Canada): (888) 550-5424
Int'l dial-in: (646) 960-0819
Conference ID: 3813676
To access the live webcast, visit the "Events & Presentations" page under the "Investors" section of the Company's website at www.coterra.com. The replay will be archived and available at the same location after the conclusion of the live event.
About Coterra Energy
Coterra is a premier exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas with focused operations in the Permian Basin, Marcellus Shale and Anadarko Basin. We strive to be a leading producer, delivering returns with a commitment to sustainability leadership. Learn more about us at www.coterra.com.
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DENVER, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
First-Quarter 2022 Financial Summary
- Record first-quarter net sales of $893.4 million, up 1.4% compared to the prior-year period, including core revenue growth of 4.1%.
- Net income attributable to shareholders of $30.9 million, or $0.10 per diluted share.
- Adjusted Net Income per diluted share of $0.26.
- Adjusted EBITDA of $156.8 million and Adjusted EBITDA margin of 17.6%.
- Maintaining 2022 full-year guidance.
Gates Industrial Corporation plc (NYSE: GTES), a leading global provider of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions, today reported results for the first quarter ended April 2, 2022.
Ivo Jurek, Gates Industrial's Chief Executive Officer, commented, "I am proud of our Gates associates around the world for their efforts in delivering record first-quarter revenue under challenging operating conditions. Demand and order trends remained broadly positive, and our focused initiatives in higher-growth end markets with strong secular tailwinds allowed us to substantially offset the COVID-related challenges we encountered."
Jurek continued, "While we are mindful of the challenges ahead of us, we remain focused on execution, supporting our customers and managing what is within our control, and expect to see further sequential improvement in revenue and profitability in the second quarter. Throughout the past several years, we have put our business on solid footing by investing in materials science, new products and our focused commercial initiatives. To support the demand we are seeing from these investments, we are adding targeted capacity that is expected to begin contributing in the second half of the year. We also expect our pricing momentum to continue and believe the current operating challenges are likely to moderate in the second half, giving us the confidence to maintain our guidance."
First-Quarter Financial Results
First-quarter net sales were $893.4 million, an increase of 1.4% over the prior-year quarter net sales of $881.3 million, including a core revenue increase of 4.1% and unfavorable foreign currency impact of 2.7%. The growth in the quarter was led by our replacement business which more than offset a modest decline in our first-fit business. Industrial end markets also saw solid growth, led by Mobility & Recreation, Energy and Diversified Industrial.
Net income attributable to shareholders in the first quarter of 2022 was $30.9 million, or $0.10 per diluted share, compared to $67.3 million, or $0.23 per diluted share in the first quarter of 2021. Adjusted Net Income for the first quarter of 2022 was $78.2 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, compared to $97.8 million, or $0.33 per diluted share in the first quarter of 2021. The diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding in the first quarter of 2022 was 296,238,212 compared to 296,363,267 in the first quarter of 2021.
First-quarter Adjusted EBITDA was $156.8 million, or 17.6% of net sales, compared to $196.3 million, or 22.3% of net sales in the prior-year quarter. The margin decline was driven primarily by significant production inefficiencies stemming from COVID-related disruptions and inflation of raw material and logistics costs.
Power Transmission net sales for the first quarter of 2022 decreased by 0.7% to $555.6 million, reflecting a core revenue increase of 2.9% and unfavorable foreign currency effects of 3.6%. Core growth was led by the Mobility & Recreation, Diversified Industrial and Off-Highway end markets, where our focused organic growth initiatives performed particularly well. Sales into our replacement channels also experienced solid growth.
Power transmission Adjusted EBITDA was $97.8 million compared to $132.7 million in the prior-year quarter. The decline in Adjusted EBITDA margin was driven primarily by significant production inefficiencies stemming from COVID-related disruptions and inflation, as well as inefficiencies and start-up costs related to targeted capacity investments to support demand in higher-growth end markets, including Mobility & Recreation and Diversified Industrial.
Fluid Power net sales increased by 5.0% to $337.8 million in the first quarter, reflecting core revenue growth of 6.3% and unfavorable foreign currency effects of 1.3%. All end markets experienced growth, led by Energy and On-Highway. Sales into replacement channels experienced strong growth, outperforming modest growth in our first-fit business.
Fluid Power Adjusted EBITDA was $59.0 million compared to $63.6 million in the prior-year quarter. The decline in Adjusted EBITDA margin was driven primarily by significant production inefficiencies stemming from COVID-related disruptions and inflation.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
During the first quarter of 2022, the Company saw a typical seasonal outflow of cash from operations, with higher net sales compared to the fourth quarter of 2021 driving investment in working capital, in addition to typical first-quarter cash payments. Capital expenditures in the first quarter of 2022 decreased to $18.0 million from $20.2 million in the prior-year period.
As of April 2, 2022, the Company had total cash and cash equivalents of $406.8 million, committed borrowing headroom of $388.1 million and total outstanding debt of $2.6 billion. The Company does not have any material debt maturities until 2024.
2022 Outlook
The Company is maintaining its full-year 2022 outlook, with core revenue expected to grow in the range of 5% to 9% and Adjusted EBITDA expected in the range of $755 million to $805 million. Adjusted Earnings per Share are expected to be between $1.20 and $1.30, including tax and other headwinds of $0.27 per share at the midpoint of the range, primarily due to benefits from certain discrete tax items in 2021. The Company continues to expect capital expenditures to range between $100 million and $120 million and Free Cash Flow conversion to be greater than 90% of Adjusted Net Income.
Conference Call and Webcast
Gates Industrial Corporation plc will host a conference call today at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Company's financial results. The live webcast of the conference call and accompanying presentation materials can be accessed through Gates Industrial's website at investors.gates.com. For those unable to access the webcast, the conference call can be accessed by dialing (888) 414-4601 (domestic) or +1 (646) 960-0313 (international) and requesting the Gates Industrial Corporation First Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call or providing the Conference ID of 5772067. An audio replay of the conference call can be accessed by dialing (800) 770-2030 (domestic) or +1 (647) 362-9199 (international), and providing the passcode 5772067, or by accessing Gates Industrial's website at investors.gates.com.
About Gates Industrial Corporation plc
Gates is a global manufacturer of innovative, highly engineered power transmission and fluid power solutions. Gates offers a broad portfolio of products to diverse replacement channel customers, and to original equipment ("first-fit") manufacturers as specified components. Gates participates in many sectors of the industrial and consumer markets. Our products play essential roles in a diverse range of applications across a wide variety of end markets ranging from harsh and hazardous industries such as agriculture, construction, manufacturing and energy, to everyday consumer applications such as printers, power washers, automatic doors and vacuum cleaners and virtually every form of transportation. Our products are sold in more than 120 countries across our four commercial regions: the Americas; Europe, Middle East & Africa; Greater China; and East Asia & India.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. In some cases, you can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "could," "seeks," "projects," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates" or the negative version of these words or other comparable words. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements related to expectations regarding the performance of the Company's business, financial results, pricing momentum and expanding margins, growth initiatives (including new product and commercial initiatives), investments in and timing of increased production capacity, and the statements in the "2022 Outlook" section of this press release. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including, among others, economic, political and other risks associated with international operations (including those related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict), the uncertainties relating to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated governmental measures, risks inherent to the manufacturing industry, macroeconomic factors beyond the Company's control (including material and logistics availability, inflation, supply chain and labor challenges and end-market recovery), continued operation of our manufacturing facilities, our ability to forecast and meet demand, market acceptance of new products, and the significant influence of the Company's majority shareholders, investment funds affiliated with Blackstone Inc. Additional factors that could cause the Company's results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found under the section entitled "Risk Factors" of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 1, 2022, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), as such factors may be updated from time to time in the Company's periodic filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in the Company's filings with the SEC. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This press release includes certain non-GAAP financial measures, which management believes are useful to investors, securities analysts and other interested parties. Management uses Adjusted EBITDA as its key profitability measure. This is a non-GAAP measure that represents EBITDA before certain items that impact comparison of the performance of our business either period-over-period or with other businesses. We use Adjusted EBITDA as our measure of segment profitability to assess the performance of our businesses, and it is used for total Gates as well because we believe it is important to consider our total profitability on a basis that is consistent with that of our operating segments. Adjusted EBITDA Margin is Adjusted EBITDA for a particular period expressed as a percentage of revenues for that period.
Management uses Adjusted Net Income as an additional measure of profitability. Adjusted Net Income is a non-GAAP measure that represents net income attributable to shareholders before certain items that impact comparison of the performance of our business, either period-over-period or with other businesses.
Core revenue growth is a non-GAAP measure that represents net sales for the period excluding the impacts of movements in foreign currency rates and the first-year impacts of acquisitions and disposals, where applicable. We present core revenue growth because it allows for a meaningful comparison of year-over-year performance without the volatility caused by foreign currency gains or losses, or the incomparability that would be caused by the impact of an acquisition or disposal.
Management uses Free Cash Flow to measure cash generation. Free Cash Flow is a non-GAAP measure that represents net cash provided by operations less capital expenditures. Free Cash Flow Conversion is a measure of Free Cash Flow expressed as a percentage of Adjusted Net Income. We use this metric as a measure of the success of our business in converting Adjusted Net Income into cash.
Management uses Net Leverage as a measure of our liquidity and in assessing the strength of our balance sheet. Net Leverage is a non-GAAP measure that represents the number of times by which net debt (principal amount of debt less cash and cash equivalents) exceeds Adjusted EBITDA for the last twelve months of the applicable period.
These non-GAAP financial measures should be considered only as supplemental to, and not as superior to, financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. Please see below for a reconciliation of historical non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. Because GAAP financial measures on a forward-looking basis are not accessible, and reconciling information is not available without unreasonable effort, we have not provided reconciliations for forward-looking non-GAAP measures. For the same reasons, we are unable to address the probable significance of the unavailable information, which could be material to future results.
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Most people know what it is to feel hungry. But persistent hunger and a lack of access to convenient and affordable healthy foods is something much more, disproportionately affecting communities already underrepresented in news coverage. Food insecurity can be difficult for journalists to cover consistently because of its seeming invisibility.
Food deserts and insecurity throughout the U.S. are growing and have gained attention as cities have experienced higher rates of food insecurity during the coronavirus pandemic. As school-age students returned to classrooms this fall, they've done so without the universal meal waivers that have helped struggling families through the last two years. And the May 14 mass shooting at a Tops Friendly Markets store in Buffalo, New York, brought attention to food inequities in the predominantly Black community while the store remained closed after the attack.
Food-insecure communities exist in your coverage areas, and reporting this deeply important, fundamental access issue is critical to finding solutions. Register today to join the National Press Club Journalism Institute at 11:30 a.m. ET on Friday, Oct. 21 for this discussion via Zoom about what journalists can cover at the intersection of food access, community impact, and systemic racism.
Participants will learn how to:
- Identify food deserts and food insecurity issues within your community and their root causes
- Shift from reactive to proactive coverage
- Consistently connect food insecurity stories to root causes in coverage
- Cover food insecurity issues with empathy and care for individuals
- Keep up to date with resources and tools to report on the issue
Panelists include:
- Alejandro Figueroa, food reporter for WYSO
- Bridget Huber, reporter with the Food and Environment Reporting Network
- Lauren Lindstrom, independent journalist focused on health and housing and O'Brien Fellow in Public Service Journalism at Marquette University
- Karen Robinson-Jacobs, investigative reporter on the Public Service Journalism team at Lee Enterprises
We hope you'll join us for this important conversation, supported with funding from the Gannett Foundation. Please email Beth Francesco, deputy executive director for the Institute, with questions.
Alejandro Figueroa covers food insecurity and the business of food for WYSO through Report for America. He covers the lack of access to healthy and affordable food in Southwest Ohio communities and what local government and nonprofits are doing to address it. He also covers rural and urban farming.
Figueroa is a 2021 graduate of the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University, where he reported for The New Political, a student-run publication focused on politics and government. His reporting has been featured on NPR, The GroundTruth Project, and the Ohio Newsroom.
Bridget Huber is a staff writer at Food and Environment Reporting Network. Her work has been published and broadcast by National Geographic, Public Radio International, The New York Times, The Lancet, Mother Jones, The Associated Press, and many others.
A graduate of UC Berkeley's journalism school, she's received grants, awards, and fellowships from The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, The UC Berkeley/11th Hour Food and Farming Journalism Fellowship, and Mesa Refuge, among others. She speaks Spanish, French, and some Portuguese and lives in Portland, Maine.
Lauren Lindstrom is an independent journalist focused on health and housing as an O'Brien Fellow in Public Service Journalism at Marquette University. She previously covered affordable housing and homelessness for The Charlotte Observer, writing about the human toll of evictions during the pandemic, substandard housing conditions and challenges to address homelessness.
She was also the health reporter for The Blade in Toledo, Ohio, where she wrote about the state's opioid crisis and childhood lead poisoning. Lauren is a Northwestern University graduate and a former Report for America corps member.
Karen Robinson-Jacobs is a Chicago native and an award-winning journalist who has been chasing the big story for decades. She serves as an investigative reporter for media company Lee Enterprises on its newly formed Public Service Journalism team.
She also is a Knobler Fellow with Type Investigations and recently completed one year as a Corps member with Report for America, covering issues of concern to African-Americans for the St. Louis American.
She spent 15 years writing about food, sports business, and real estate for the Dallas Morning News, where she was part of the Pulitzer Prize Finalist team lauded for coverage of a 2016 shooting spree that killed five police officers and injured nine others. Prior to that, she spent 15 years with the Los Angeles Times, where she worked with emerging journalists in the paper's Metpro program and helped launch the paper's website and new media department. While in Los Angeles she also served as vice president of the local chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists. A long-time Midwesterner, Robinson-Jacobs also worked at the Milwaukee Journal, where she was among the first African-American editors.
The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press, and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire a more representative democracy. As the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club, the Institute powers journalism in the public interest.
The National Press Club Journalism Institute serves thousands of people daily with our newsletter, online programming, writing group, and other support. The Institute depends on grants, foundation funds, and contributions from individuals like you. Your donation today allows the Institute to offer the majority of its programming at no cost. Any amount helps.
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Wallace scores 17 points, Dream beat Mercury 82-54
ATLANTA (AP) — Kristy Wallace had 17 points to lead five Atlanta players scoring in double figures and the Dream beat the Phoenix Mercury 82-54. The 28-point margin of victory was Atlanta’s largest since beating the Los Angeles Sparks by 30 in 2015. Erica Wheeler scored 16 points, Cheyenne Parker had 12 points and 10 rebounds, Rhyne Howard also had 12 points with six assists for Atlanta (5-3). Aari McDonald finished with 10 points, eight rebounds, five assists and two steals.The Dream never trailed, took at 12-point lead at the end of the first quarter and limited Phoenix (2-6) two just eight points in the second to take a 50-23 lead into halftime. Diamond DeShields, the only Mercury player to score in double figures, finished with 23 points. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/29/wallace-scores-17-points-dream-beat-mercury-82-54/ | 2022-05-29T19:58:36Z |
Man overdoses on vitamin D, spends 8 days in hospital
(CNN) - A British man overdosed on vitamin D, and now some medical experts are saying it’s a cautionary tale of going overboard with the supplement.
In a study published Tuesday in the journal BMJ Case Reports, doctors said the man started taking 150,000 international units (IU) of vitamin D every day – 375 times more than the recommended amount in the U.K., which is just 400 IU.
Within a month, the man started having nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, leg cramping, and ringing in the ears.
He stopped taking the supplement, but his symptoms persisted. By the time he was referred to the hospital two months later, he had lost 28 pounds and he was having kidney problems.
The man was diagnosed with vitamin D overdose, which resulted in too much calcium in his blood. He was hospitalized for eight days.
Vitamin D is stored in the liver and fat cells of the body until it is needed. As seen in this case, taking well over the daily recommended dose can build up to toxic levels.
In the U.S., 600 IU per day is recommended for most people.
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CANNES, France, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnicom Media Group, the media services division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) today announced a strategic collaboration with Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM) that will deliver early-adopter opportunities to Omnicom clients. Kroger Precision Marketing is the retail media network powered by 84.51°.
The agreement will launch with Kroger Precision Marketing feeding its SKU-level store inventory data to Omni, Omnicom's open operating system that orchestrates better outcomes for clients across the entire consumer purchasing journey. This daily data will add a critical capability to Omnicom's Supply Chain IQ Score which helps brands to quickly and effectively re-direct media spend to deliver on business KPIs in a supply-strained environment.
The agreement marks the first formal collaboration with this dataset between Kroger Precision Marketing and an agency holding company.
As reported in a recent White House economic report, the supply chain disruption that erupted during the Covid crisis is not fading away even as the pandemic subsides. With inventory challenges continuing, marketers need the ability to quickly adjust their media spend to product availability without negatively impacting performance. At the same time, retailers have a vested interest in supporting efforts to better align advertising to product availability, so their customers aren't being driven to products that aren't available.
Launched in May, the Supply Chain IQ Score leverages data from top U.S. retailers and distributors to give media planners day-to-day visibility into SKU inventory data at the physical store and digital shelf levels. This visibility enables media investment to be quickly shifted away from low-inventory products, and toward another SKU in the brand portfolio that has high repeat purchase behavior, healthy inventory, and strong market basket correlation to the low-inventory item.
This partnership with KPM will provide product availability data across Kroger's 2700 stores in 35 states, as well as fulfillment rates from ecommerce orders and market basket insights around SKUs purchased together and substituted--not currently available through any other third-party platform.
Planners can now optimize in-market retail media, utilizing shopper behavior data to shift spend based on product availability; and still have the flexibility to optimize media, while maintaining national consumer demand.
"The combination of Kroger's reach - 50% of US households– and the greater depth of visibility that its unique inventory data enables adds scale and utility to the Supply Chain IQ Score," says Omnicom Media Group Chief Activation Officer Megan Pagliuca, enhancing account teams' ability to reduce media waste, meet brand performance goals and assure positive consumer experiences in a supply-strained environment."
"Kroger Precision Marketing is committed to bringing more transparency to the media supply chain to help brands be more effective in their advertising," says KPM Senior Vice President Cara Pratt. "Our collaboration with Omnicom aligns with our mission to make brand advertising more accountable."
Omnicom Media Group (OMG) is the media services division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC), a leading global marketing and corporate communications company, providing services to more than 5,000 clients in more than 70 countries. Omnicom Media Group includes full- service media agencies Hearts & Science, OMD and PHD; performance marketing agency Resolution; Optimum Sports Media and Marketing; and the Annalect data and analytics division that developed and manages the Omni open operating system that orchestrates better outcomes for clients across the entire consumer marketing journey .
Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM) is a leading retail media network. Powered by 84.51° data science, and Kroger's popular loyalty card program, we connect customers to brands through engaging moments that inspire purchasing online or in-store. Kroger Precision Marketing closes the loop between media exposure and store sales to make brand advertising more accountable. Learn more at KrogerPrecisionMarketing.com
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Former Twitter exec has led enterprise and partnerships organizations for more than a decade
NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Publica, a leading connected TV (CTV) ad platform owned by Integral Ad Science (Nasdaq: IAS), today announced the appointment of Sean Galligan as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to further expand its global growth.
Galligan brings extensive publisher and advertising technology experience to extend Publica's leading market position, delivering award winning CTV ad serving and ad decisioning technology to some of the world's biggest smart TV manufacturers, broadcasters, AVOD and FAST apps. Galligan will be tasked with growing the global adoption of the Publica CTV ad server, unified auction and server-side ad insertion (SSAI) products.
Galligan is a go-to market and sales leader with proven experience in building, leading and scaling high-performing teams and growth business in the SaaS and media industries.
Galligan recently led Twitter's Enterprise Sales and Partnerships org for their developer platform business. His team worked with many of the largest technology companies in the world driving several hundred million dollars in annual software licensing revenue. Prior to joining Twitter, Galligan joined Verizon Media through its acquisition of Yahoo. He led Verizon Media's Technology & Telecom vertical, where he developed its GTM strategy, led the media sales organization and integrated the AOL and Yahoo sales teams. Prior to joining Verizon Media, he led Yahoo's Media, Technology and Telecom vertical, where his team helped leading streaming media companies drive their subscriber growth strategies. Galligan earned his bachelor's degree in economics at Purdue University and his MBA from Cornell University.
Data from eMarketer suggests upwards of 50% of Americans (171.5 million) could be streaming AVOD or free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) content by 2026. Further data also states that by 2023, the amount of money US advertisers spend on digital video programmatically will surpass linear TV ad spending for the very first time. Publica technology is now implemented by publishers to help them create the streaming ad breaks that CTV ad buyers will want to target, ad breaks that offer advertisers better controls around frequency and a seamless TV like viewing experience for the end viewer.
Commenting on his addition, Co-Founder and CEO of Publica, Ben Antier said: "We're thrilled to welcome Sean to Publica. Sean has proven experience in building customer centric commercial teams, executing go-to market strategies at scale and will now be responsible for the continued growth, partnerships and adoption of Publica CTV technology globally. We will continue to build the Publica team this year to meet our customers' needs, and Sean will be instrumental in developing our commercial growth strategy."
Commenting on his appointment to Publica CRO, Sean Galligan said: "Very few technology companies in the CTV sector have the capability to be truly demand agnostic, publisher centric and in the advantageous position to have been built entirely from the ground up around CTV - this is why I joined Publica. Publica has been instrumental in helping the IAB Tech Lab to build out the key protocols currently shaping the future of addressable TV, such as OpenRTB 2.6 & ads.cert 2.0 and I believe we are now uniquely placed to help TV manufacturers and streaming services to build the ad breaks that programmatic ad buyers will want to target, all while delivering a better consumer experience for their end viewers. I am excited to be joining Publica at a key stage of growth and am looking forward to scaling up globally at what is already one of the most respected commercial teams in the CTV adtech industry"
Galligan will report to Publica Co-Founder and CEO Ben Antier and will be based in the San Francisco office.
About Publica
Publica is a leading Connected TV (CTV) Ad Server and works with many of the world's biggest broadcasters, TV manufacturers, and OTT apps. Headquartered in Palo Alto, Publica provides solutions for publishers to maximize their revenue across their CTV inventory through key solutions including a Unified Auction, Ad Pod Management, Audience Management, and Server-Side Ad Insertion (SSAI). Publica serves over 4 billion ads on CTV every month, delivering quality ad experiences for Crunchyroll, E. W. Scripps, Fox, IGN, MLB, Philo, Samsung, ViacomCBS, XUMO, and more. Publica is owned by Integral Ad Science (Nasdaq: IAS), a global leader in digital media quality. For more information, visit https://getpublica.com/
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Man who traveled across states to have sex with 12-year-old from Instagram sentenced to prison
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV/Gray News) – A man from Ohio who traveled to Kansas City, Missouri to have sex with a 12-year-old girl he saw on Instagram will spend a decade in prison after unknowingly messaging her mother and an FBI employee.
The U.S. Department of Justice said 35-year-old Timothy M. Zukoski from Southington, Ohio, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison without parole for enticing a minor to engage in illegal sexual activity.
He pleaded guilty to that crime in February.
The court also sentenced him to 10 years of supervised release and ordered him to pay $5,000 in restitution to each of four child pornography victims.
According to KCTV, Zukoski admitted he started communicating with a girl he thought was 12 years old via Instagram on Oct. 21, 2020.
That Instagram account, however, was one that a mother had set up for her daughter. She contacted the FBI when she learned that Zukoski was trying to communicate with her daughter.
At that point, an undercover employee with the FBI assumed the 12-year-old’s identity and started communicating with Zukoski via the Instagram account.
Zukoski started making plans to travel to the Kansas City area so he could meet the girl for sex.
He made plans with the undercover employee to stay in KC while the girl’s mother was supposedly out of town over the Thanksgiving weekend. He also suggested the girl could come live with him in Ohio.
When he arrived in KC on Nov. 27, 2020, he was arrested.
Authorities found “numerous” child pornography pictures on his phone.
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The ProFlow PM2000 Generates up to 2030 PSI of High-Pressure Water to Easily Blast Away Dirt, Grime and Debris
LOS ANGELES, August 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading car care brand Chemical Guys announces the launch of the highly anticipated ProFlow PM2000 Performance Electric Pressure Washer. Officially available for purchase on August 17, the ProFlow Pressure Washer delivers unparalleled pressure washing performance in an innovative, compact, nostalgic, and fun design that's as space efficient as it is functional.
With the unit weighing in at a lightweight 10.5 lbs by itself, coupled with its low center of gravity and 360-degree rolling polyurethane casters, the ProFlow Pressure Washer flawlessly maneuvers without tipping over. It can also remain sturdily in one position by swapping out the casters for the included rubber feet. When the job is done, due to its space-saving design, the ProFlow fits perfectly in the garage, shop, apartment, cabinet, shed, car trunk, or even your backpack.
Delivering up to 2030 PSI of high-pressure water with a maximum flow rate of 1.77 gallons per minute, the ProFlow's 1680 watt, quiet yet powerful electric motor makes quick, fun work of heavy-duty cleaning around the home, buildings, RV, cars, trucks, boats, driveways, patios and more. The ergonomic handle makes it easy to carry, and the extended 20-foot flex water hose combined with the extra-long 35-foot power cable allows for flexible use and all-access maneuvering in large areas.
Equipped with a quick connect to easily attach a Snubby Pressure Washer Gun and foam cannon for the ultimate sudsy experience in seconds, the ProFlow is incredibly versatile, providing the choice of either the long or short barrel gun, both of which come with the unit (along with five quick-connect nozzles encompassing 0, 15, 25, 40 and 65 degrees), offering unmatched control when washing.
"It's one thing to design a tool that can do one job well, it's even more exciting to design a tool that inspires people to constantly find new uses and never want to stop using it," says Paul Schneider, Chemical Guys Creative Director. "Cleaning your house and car doesn't have to be boring or tedious; it can be fun and satisfying. When we developed the ProFlow PM2000 Performance Electric Pressure Washer, we took everything we loved about pressure washing and all the things that made pressure washing challenging to create not only a tool but a powerful solution. We spent years innovating to create a tool unlike any other, and we are proud to say it is our first."
The ProFlow PM2000 Performance Electric Pressure Washer and all its included attachments retails for $199.99 and is available for pre-sale through Tuesday, August 16 on ChemicalGuys.com before becoming publicly available through the Chemical Guys website and at Detail Garage locations nationwide Wednesday, August 17, and through Amazon on August 22. Follow along on the Chemical Guys social channels, like YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, for all the oddly satisfying results using the ProFlow PM2000 Performance Electric Pressure Washer.
Chemical Guys is a worldwide leader in automotive detailing products for car care enthusiasts and professionals. From exclusive small-batch waxes to cutting edge ceramic coatings, and specialty cleaners for exteriors and interiors, Chemical Guys sets the industry standard when it comes to product innovation, technological advancement and education. Based in Southern California, Chemical Guys has evolved from a handful of passionate car fanatics to a global lifestyle brand with the largest digital library of automotive detailing "how to" content available. Learn more and join the Chemical Guys family at ChemicalGuys.com.
Detail Garage is the country's fastest-growing car care superstore. The nationwide retail franchise is the ultimate destination for auto detailing supplies, equipment, car care accessories and training. By combining the highest-quality products with educational detailing classes, Detail Garage has become the country's go-to retail store for car care enthusiasts, passionate car owners, and detailing professionals. After launching its initial location in Southern California, the brand has quickly expanded to over 90 locations over the last 6 years throughout the US, UK and Canada. To find a Detail Garage near you or for more information on products, training or franchising opportunities visit www.detailgarage.com.
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DALLAS, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- During the month of May, ACE Cash Express (ACE), a Populus Financial Group brand, raised $7,987 for Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) during ACE's annual fundraising event, the Give A Little Campaign. The money raised paid for 33,280 meals for children experiencing hunger. According to the World Food Programme, the food assistance branch of the United Nations, up to 828 million people went hungry in 2021 - 46 million people more than a year earlier and 150 million people more than 2019.
ACE employees not only raised money for FMSC, but also volunteered their time. During the packing session, our volunteers packed MannaPack meals that consisted of vitamins, rice, veggies, and protein. After two hours, our team packed 12,096 meals, enough to feed 33 children every day for a year.
"We are proud to support Feed My Starving Children," said Eric Norrington, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs for Populus Financial Group. "Thanks to our employees' hard-work and our customers' donations, children experiencing hunger will now have a meal to eat."
Feed My Starving Children was founded in 1987 and their mission is to feed every child until all are fed. The cost of one meal is less than 25 cents and allows a child to grow, thrive and develop to their full potential. Last year, FMSC produced over 398 million meals for children in need.
"We at Feed My Starving Children appreciate ACE Cash Express feeding kids through volunteering their time and by donating", said Hillary Coyle, Development Advisor at Feed My Starving Children. "Since FMSC meals are packed primarily by volunteers, ACE Cash Express has helped to empower communities around the world to move from relief to development."
Nationally, the 2022 Give A Little Campaign raised more than $164,000 for local chapters of charities across the country including AdoptAClassroom.org, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, American Red Cross, Autism Speaks, Back on My Feet, Feed My Starving Children, Feeding America's Local Food Banks and Homes For Our Troops. This fundraiser is a part of the ACE Community Fund, ACE's charitable-giving program, which has donated more than $16 million since its inception in 2004 to organizations in communities where ACE operates.
Populus Financial Group™ provides financial services through its family of brands including ACE Cash Express®, ACE Elite® Visa® Prepaid Debit Card, Flare Account® and Porte™. Populus Financial Group delivers a broad range of financial products and services including short-term consumer loans, card services, check cashing, money transfers, bill payments and money orders. Visit PopulusFinancial.com for more information.
Feeding kids. Feeding spirits. Empowering communities.
Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) believes hope starts with food. As a Christian nonprofit, FMSC is dedicated to seeing every child whole in body and spirit. FMSC meals are packed primarily by volunteers, then sent to a network of partner organizations that stay with communities for the long haul, empowering them to move from relief to development. FMSC MarketPlace™ supports local artisans, paying a fair wage for handcrafted goods and using the retail profits to fund more meals for kids around the world. Since our founding in 1987, FMSC has shipped over 3 billion meals to more than 100 countries. Learn more at fmsc.org.
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Dolcas Biotech unveils new beadlet liquid encapsulation for -its TruOliv™ organic olive leaf and fruit extract
LANDING, N.J., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dolcas Biotech, LLC.'s desert-grown TruOliv™ organic olive leaf and fruit extract has been newly minted with Zero-Carbon certification. The new seal endorses the company's commitment to environmental welfare as Dolcas unveils the new liquid beadlet encapsulation formulation for its prized olive extract.
The new label asserts compliance with PAS-2060—the only internationally recognized certification for organizational carbon neutrality. Formulated in a carbon-neutral facility in Morocco, TruOliv's raw material is sourced from the Moroccan desert's olive groves, located in the pristine foothills of the Atlas Mountains. This part of the Saharan region produces some of the world's most highly valued and immaculately cultivated olive oil olives, as well as fruit-and-leaf, full-spectrum olive extracts.
Sun scorched and potent
The intensely hot, rocky arid environment in which the olive trees grow naturally enriches their fruits, leaves, and stems with a unique profile of polyphenols. This eliminates the need to use solvent systems or apply heat traditionally used in potentiating the highly venerated olive fruit and leaf derived antioxidants, specifically hydroxytyrosol and oleuropin. The extreme climate conditions naturally optimize water utilization within the trees' root systems, inducing the polyphenol-producing enzymes into activation.
"Protecting the environment is not just about reducing the impact of emissions," asserts Dr. Shavon Jackson-Michel, Director of Medical & Scientific Affairs for Dolcas Biotech. "It also involves restoring the land and empowering rural communities—especially in low socioeconomic zones—to instill a sense of pride and self-sufficiency."
Some of the regenerative systems employed in the production of TruOliv include recently installed drip-irrigation systems that avert unnecessary loss of water. There also is the continuous planting of extensive olive groves to resist further desertification in Morocco. The company further operates a circular economy system, whereby the olive extract side stream (pits and branches) is upcycled into smoke-free charcoal briquettes to be used for barbequing, dental preparations, and other horticultural practices.
TruOliv gets a makeover
Already bearing USDA and EU Organic certifications, TruOliv has recently undergone a makeover with the debut of its beadlet liquid-encapsulated product. With this new format, the microencapsulated actives float through an oil-filled capsule, simulating the appearance of a lava lamp. Apart from its aesthetic appeal, the beadlets formatting effectively minimizes capsule loads for more compact delivery of powdered extracts, making this attractive supplement easy to swallow and with enhanced bioavailability. The beadlets are wrapped in a sustained release coating for slow timed release of the actives.
Hydroxytyrosol, found exclusively in olives and red wine, is a potent antioxidant valued for its diverse activity. This primary olive active has been referenced by EFSA for its role in reducing LDL-oxidation, supporting lipid metabolism, and protecting cells from oxidative damage.
One 250 mg TruOliv capsule can accommodate 5mg of hydroxytyrosol, the minimum daily dose recommended by EFSA for supporting optimal cardiovascular function and blood cholesterol. The beadlets are suspended in a potent culinary olive oil, sourced from the same Moroccan desert groves, and harnessing a potent dose of polyphenols delivered in the monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) matrix native to olives.
"The Mediterranean diet, long considered a gold standard for supporting heart health, centers on the consumption of olive oil," notes Jackson-Michel. "With more than 100 years of collective olive cultivation expertise, spanning four generations of olive growers, TruOliv is unmatched in its delivery of a full-spectrum, clinically studied, naturally enriched, and regeneratively farmed polyphenol extract."
The TruOliv beadlet format will be offered alongside the existing encapsulated powdered formula and will be available both in the oil carrier or without. The raw material and capsule varieties will be commercialized in bulk, as well as on a turnkey private label basis.
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World Password Day was celebrated May 5, and with it came a huge announcement from the biggest companies in tech: passwordless logins are coming, promising to make web security better than ever for millions of users.
Apple, Microsoft and Google have joined forces in an unprecedented attempt to make logins across the web more secure. This announcement couldn’t have come at a better time: recent statistics have shown that Americans are more concerned than ever with the security of their accounts.
Google searches for “password strength test” spiked 300% in 2021, according to a report which also showed that only 46% of Americans feel confident in the security of their accounts.
Straightforward, secure approach
Passwordless logins promise a simpler, more secure solution to the usual password/two-factor identification methods that users have grown accustomed to over the years. Google’s press release provides insight into how this technology will work:
“When you sign into a website or app on your phone, you will simply unlock your phone — your account won’t need a password anymore.
“Instead, your phone will store a FIDO credential called a passkey which is used to unlock your online account. The passkey makes signing in far more secure, as it’s based on public key cryptography and is only shown to your online account when you unlock your phone.
“To sign into a website on your computer, you’ll just need your phone nearby, and you’ll simply be prompted to unlock it for access. Once you’ve done this, you won’t need your phone again, and you can sign in by just unlocking your computer. Even if you lose your phone, your passkeys will securely sync to your new phone from cloud backup, allowing you to pick up right where your old device left off.”
FIDO (Fast IDentity Online) authentication is “a set of standards for fast, simple, strong authentication, developed by a conglomerate,” according to Google.
Seamless transition coming soon
The conglomerate of Apple, Microsoft, and Google ensures that the new passwordless experience will be seamless, as TechCrunch’s Carly Page explains: “Over the next year, the three tech giants will implement passwordless FIDO sign-in standards across macOS and Safari; Android and Chrome; and Windows and Edge. This means that, for example, users will be able to sign in on a Google Chrome browser that’s running on Microsoft Windows, using a passkey on an Apple device.”
This new way of signing into your accounts could be coming sooner than you think. “These new capabilities are expected to become available across Apple, Google, and Microsoft platforms over the course of the coming year,” according to a statement from the FIDO Alliance.
This will immediately benefit many, as findings from a report from the Identity Theft Resource Center in 2021 revealed that most users do not follow secure password practices at all, citing that it is too difficult to keep up with all of their passwords. Luckily, this new standard will make secure passwords feel as ubiquitous as unlocking a mobile phone with your fingerprint.
“Working with the industry to establish new, more secure sign-in methods that offer better protection and eliminate the vulnerabilities of passwords is central to our commitment to building products that offer maximum security and a transparent user experience - all with the goal of keeping users’ personal information safe,” says Kurt Knight, Apple’s Senior Director of Platform Product Marketing.
What to do until this becomes a reality
Users aren’t left without a support system until this new standard is rolled out. Apple, Microsoft and Google provide excellent tools for anybody who wishes to make their accounts and passwords more secure. Everyone should want to make their accounts more secure, considering that the largest single password breach in history happened just last year.
Apple users can utilize iCloud Keychain, which remembers your passwords and automatically enters them when needed. If you’re a Google user, their excellent Password Manager is the single best way to secure your accounts.
Although Microsoft is slightly lagging behind their counterparts in offering a complete password manager, their Autofill extension or Authenticator app works across all web browsers, not just Edge.
As we approach the midway point of 2022, cybersecurity is more important than ever. After all, recent studies show that an astonishing 1 out of every 142 passwords is “123456,” according to a data dump of over one billion leaked passwords.
Web users should be more inclined than ever to safeguard their accounts, from our privacy to our financial well-being to our peace of mind and everything in between. According to Microsoft, “World Password Day is meant to foster good password habits that help keep our online lives secure” and was created by cybersecurity professionals in 2013.
With this new standard being announced, internet users everywhere will soon be living every day like it’s World Password Day. | https://www.tdtnews.com/article_adeeedba-def7-11ec-aa91-5bbf9ad01da8.html | 2022-05-29T05:35:07Z |
I Heart Mac & Cheese inks agreement for a location in Richmond Hills, Ontario, Canada, marking the fast casual's first international location deal.
BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- I Heart Mac & Cheese, a fast-growing, award-winning fast-casual concept that specializes in Mac & Cheese bowls and sandwiches, is proud to announce the signing of an agreement for its first international location in Richmond Hills, Ontario, Canada. The fast-casual concept has signed a new franchise agreement that will be owned and operated by a franchisee, Hirad Sorkhab.
Sorkhab is excited to be able to bring an I Heart Mac & Cheese into Canada. "We're pleased and honored to be the first franchisees to bring this new and tasty concept north of the border! ", said Sorkhab," Canadians love mac and cheese just like they love their poutine. It's comfort food for many up here being that it's so cold most of the year and with many ways to dress it up it's a no-brainer!"
Led by CEO Steve Giordanella, the brand launched its first location in 2016 and is currently headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida. "We're thrilled that I Heart Mac & Cheese has reached this tremendous step of signing an agreement for our first international location. This milestone reinforces the fact of how quickly we are growing. We began franchising in 2019 in South Florida and now we are going international. This is monumental for us", says Giordanella, "Ontario's diverse and outstanding culinary scene is the perfect backdrop for our restaurant. We are delighted to bring our award-winning Mac & Cheese to guests in Canada."
I Heart Mac & Cheese, the fast-casual concept specializing in customizable made-to-order macaroni and cheese bowls and grilled cheese sandwiches, has set enormous goals for 2022 as the franchise finished 2021 with tremendous growth performance. The restaurant concept signed 47 franchise agreements in 2021 and many more are set to open in 2022. I Heart Mac & Cheese has also signed agreements for new locations in over twenty new states, marking the franchise's first locations in those states. The benchmark deals will bring I Heart Mac & Cheese locations into Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, New Mexico, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Hampshire, Nevada, Maryland, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. The fast-growing brand wants to keep the drive going by targeting new markets nationwide.
I Heart Mac & Cheese is a fast-casual concept specializing in customizable, made-to-order macaroni and cheese bowls and grilled cheese sandwiches. Also on the menu are lifestyle choices with quinoa, broccoli, or cauliflower bowls, as well as gluten-free pasta and a completely vegan menu. The menu combines award-winning recipes resulting in a grown-up approach to this classic childhood dish. I Heart Mac and Cheese has been previously recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine in the Top New Franchises ranking, and most recently in the 2021 Top Food Franchise Ranking: Best of Miscellaneous Quick-Service Restaurants list. For ordering or more information, visit iheartmacandcheese.com. Follow the brand on Facebook at facebook.com/iheartmacandcheese/ and on Instagram at @IHeartMacAndCheese. For more information on franchise opportunities, visit iheartmacandcheese.com/franchise/ or call 561-300-5343.
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Biden’s prime-time speech to call out Trump, his loyalists
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly two years after he defeated Donald Trump, President Joe Biden has some unfinished business he wants to to settle with the restive forces of Trumpism.
Biden planned to use a prime-time speech Thursday night at Independence Hall in Philadelphia to frame the November elections, less than 10 weeks away, as part of an ongoing battle for the “soul of the nation.” It’s a reprise of his 2020 campaign theme that he is using now to cast the current stakes in as dire terms as those that sent him to the Oval Office two years ago.
Biden, who largely avoided even referring to “the former guy” by name during his first year in office, has grown increasingly vocal in calling out Trump personally. White House officials say that reflects the urgency with which he views the threat of Trump and his loyalists.
Feeling emboldened by a series of legislative wins, the president is sharpening his criticism of Republicans as the “ultra-MAGA” party — a reference to Trump’s “Make America Great Again” campaign slogan — that opposes his agenda, embraces conservative ideological proposals and spreads Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election.
“What we’re seeing now is either the beginning or the death knell of an extreme ‘MAGA’ philosophy,” Biden told Democrats at a Maryland fundraiser last week. “It’s not just Trump, it’s the entire philosophy that underpins the — I’m going to say something, it’s like semi-fascism.”
In Philadelphia, White House officials said, Biden intends to hark back to the 2017 white supremacist protest in Charlottesville, Virginia, which he says brought him out of political retirement to challenge Trump. Biden plans to argue that the country faces a similar crossroads in the coming months.
“The president thinks that there is an extremist threat to our democracy,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Wednesday. “It’s not stopping. It’s continuing.”
Bide’sn allies stressed that he was not rejecting the entirety of the GOP and would use his remarks to call on traditional Republicans to join him in condemning Trump and his followers. It’s a balancing act, given that more than 74 million people voted for Trump in 2020.
“I respect conservative Republicans,” Biden said last week. “I don’t respect these MAGA Republicans.”
Larry Diamond, an expert on democracy and senior fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, said calling Trump out for attacks on democracy “can be manipulated or framed as being partisan. And if you don’t call it out, you are shrinking from an important challenge in the defense of democracy.”
Even this week, Trump was posting on his beleaguered social media platform about overturning the 2020 election results and holding a new presidential election, which would violate the Constitution.
Timothy Naftali, a presidential historian at New York University, said it’s not unusual for there to be tension between a president and his successor, but it’s “unprecedented for a former president to be actively trying to undermine the U.S. Constitution.”
“The challenge that President Biden faces is to get on with his agenda while still doing what he needs to uphold the Constitution,” Naftali said. “That’s not easy.”
The White House has tried to keep Biden removed from the legal and political maelstrom surrounding the Department of Justice’s discovery of classified documents in Trump’s Florida home. Biden has taken advantage of some Republicans’ reflexive condemnation of federal law enforcement.
“You can’t be pro-law enforcement and pro-insurrection,” Biden said Tuesday in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.
Biden’s appearance Thursday night was promoted as an official, taxpayer-funded event, a mark of how the president views defeating the Trump agenda as much as a policy aim as a political one. The major broadcast television networks were not expected to carry the address live.
House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy planned to speak Thursday afternoon in Scranton, Pennsylvania, where Biden was born, about “Biden’s assault on the soul of America,” accusing the president of planning to “continue to disparage hard-working Americans.” Previewing his remarks on Fox News, McCarthy, R-Calif., said Biden was “trying to distract from the disaster that he’s created in this country.”
Biden’s trip to Philadelphia will be one of three to the state within a week, a sign of Pennsylvania’s importance in the midterms, with competitive Senate and governor’s races. Trump plans a rally there this weekend.
The White House intended the speech to unite familiar themes: holding out bipartisan legislative wins on guns and infrastructure as evidence that democracies “can deliver,” pushing back on “extreme” GOP policies on guns and abortion that are out of step with most people’s views, and rejecting efforts to undermine confidence in the nation’s election or diminish its standing abroad.
The challenges to democracy have only multiplied since the tumult surrounding the 2020 presidential election.
Lies surrounding that race have triggered a wave of harassment and death threats against state and local election officials and new restrictions on mail voting in Republican-dominated states. County election officials have faced pressure to ban the use of voting equipment, efforts generated by conspiracy theories that voting machines were somehow manipulated to steal the election.
Candidates who dispute Trump’s loss have been inspired to run for state and local election posts, promising to restore integrity to a system that has been undermined by false claims and conspiracy theories. Some have claimed widespread fraud and supported efforts to decertify Biden’s win.
There is no evidence of any widespread fraud or manipulation of voting machines. Judges, including ones appointed by Trump, dismissed dozens of lawsuits filed after the election and Trump’s own attorney general has called the claims bogus. Yet Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research polling has shown about two-thirds of Republicans say they do not think Biden was legitimately elected president in 2020.
This year, election officials face not only the threat of foreign interference but also ransomware, politically motivated hackers and insider threats. Over the past year, security breaches have been reported at a small number of local election offices in which authorities are investigating whether office staff improperly accessed or provided improper access to sensitive voting technology.
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Long-term collaboration between Virginia-based C2 Management and India-based Pixel Consultancy leave the reuse and recycling company well situated to market new ventures to clients as well as industry peers.
BERRYVILLE, Va., August 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "Serving over 200,000 unique customers in the last 24 years has required our company to author its own software and maintain online presence," says C2 CEO Chris Hansen, "but evolving into an organization geared to market products and services to competitors, clients, and even franchisees is requiring a new strategy." (www.tryc2.com).
While the rapidly growing reuse and recycler's business to government roots remain a large part of its portfolio, exposure to corporate projects and now some of its first Fortune 500 clients have been the motivation behind some of its newest endeavors, Shredbox and assetcod.com.
Geared up to digitally launch the newest C2 efforts, Pixel Consultancy Founder Surajit Guha looks forward to implementing everything from new SEO strategy to various ad campaigns that will highlight the new opportunities.
"Working with Chris and C2 has been a pleasure for many years, and we are especially proud to be a part of the efforts to begin marketing to industry peers," says Guha.
Shredbox will serve C2 clients as an on-site recycling solution and will be available to franchisees shortly. Initial industry feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Assetcod.com will serve clients and competitors as an automated software system for generating, tracking, and reporting certificates of destruction and will be compatible with eBay and other types of industry software.
"We have worked very hard to get as much feedback from others in the industry during the development of these products and are very excited to bring them to market," says Hansen. "We believe that the concerted efforts to raise awareness of who we are in the industry and the willingness to share about our best practices transparently are going to pave the way for good product reception," he adds.
Last year C2 joined The Electronics Reuse & Recycling Alliance (TERRA), and recently helped launch a TERRA member-based interactive marketing and PR initiative. They joined The National Equipment Finance Association (NEFA), are longtime members of The Northern Virginia Technology Council, and the 7x24 Exchange DC Chapter. Gold Sponsorship at E Scrap conferences have helped bring awareness to the company. CEO Hansen spoke at last year's E-Scrap conference, and Executive Vice-President of C2 Strategic Partnerships Tim Reichert looks forward to speaking at this year's conference in New Orleans.
"C2 has cultivated and harbors an ability to handle very diverse incoming material streams and I look forward to sharing about that at the conference," says Reichert, "but ultimately I think attendees at this session will be very interested in new income streams as well, so I look forward to sharing about these new developments there also."
Guha and Hansen maintain that the efforts the company has made to ingratiate itself with the industry will pair together well with the excellent client relationships it already has when working to promote digital awareness of Shredbox and assetcod.com.
"We will continue to originate content about what we are doing in a collaborative manner and see that this information is shared with C2 clients and the industry," says Hansen.
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Disney will work with Howard University on a multi-year program to help advance opportunities in media and entertainment for underrepresented students.
BURBANK, Calif., July 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, at ESSENCE Festival of Culture™, The Walt Disney Company announced the creation of the Disney Storytellers Fund at Howard University, which will create opportunities for historically underrepresented students to have future careers as storytellers and innovators in media and entertainment.
The Disney Storytellers Fund at Howard University will provide stipends over a five-year period for student projects focused on storytelling across a variety of media including animation, digital design, gaming, journalism, live action, performing arts, product design, visual design, virtual reality and more. Disney will also provide access to speakers, mentors and internships to students in the program to spark interest in these fields and help them build the skills necessary for a future career in entertainment.
"Across Disney's brands, we are working to amplify underrepresented voices and untold stories. The Disney Storytellers Fund at Howard will help us support students and the innovation and creativity that the university has cultivated for more than 150 years. We are excited to help the next generation of Black storytellers bring their ideas to life," said Jennifer Cohen, executive vice president, Corporate Social Responsibility, The Walt Disney Company.
"Our students at the College of Fine Arts find their creative expression in many ways – in the performing arts, in animation, in the design of the products that we use in life. The Disney Storytellers Fund is a great support for our emerging artists as they explore and develop their potential within and across disciplines," said Phylicia Rashad, dean of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts.
In addition to the Disney Storytellers Fund, Disney will fund the development of a creative collaborative space that will be housed inside the new Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts and the Cathy Hughes School of Communication at Howard University.
Through social investments and collaborations like these, Disney is increasing access to careers in storytelling and innovation for those who have been historically underrepresented. From arts and STEM programs for school-age children to scholarships, storytelling and technical skills-building programs for teens and young adults, Disney is helping today's youth to pursue their dreams, build their talents and skills, and become who they imagine they can be.
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CNN Exclusive: New text messages reveal Fox’s Hannity advising Trump White House and seeking direction
By Jamie Gangel, Jeremy Herb, Elizabeth Stuart and Brian Stelter, CNN
Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and Fox’s Sean Hannity exchanged more than 80 text messages between Election Day 2020 and Joe Biden’s January 2021 inauguration, communications that show Hannity’s evolution from staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump’s election lies to being “fed up” with the “lunatics” hurting Trump’s cause in the days before January 6.
CNN obtained Meadows’ 2,319 text messages, which he selectively provided in December to the House committee investigating the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol. While the logs show Meadows communicating with multiple Fox personalities, as well as a number of journalists from other organizations, Hannity stands out with 82 messages. The texts, including dozens of newly disclosed messages, offer a real-time window into how Hannity, a close friend of Trump, was reacting to the election and its aftermath.
Throughout the logs, Hannity both gives advice and asks for direction, blurring the lines between his Fox show, his radio show and the Trump White House.
On the afternoon of Election Day, Hannity texted Meadows at 1:36 p.m. to ask about turnout in North Carolina. Two hours later, Meadows responded: “Stress every vote matters. Get out and vote. On radio.”
“Yes sir,” Hannity replied. “On it. Any place in particular we need a push.”
“Pennsylvania. NC AZ,” Meadows wrote, adding: “Nevada.”
“Got it. Everywhere,” Hannity said.
The texts also show the two men debating Trump’s strategy to challenge the election, complaining about Fox, and plotting about what to do after Trump left office — including possibly working together.
“You also need to spend at least half your time doing business with us,” Hannity texted Meadows on December 12. “And I’m serious. Did u ever talk to Fox. I’ve been at war with them.”
“I agree. We can make a powerful team,” Meadows responded. “I did not talk with (Fox News CEO) Suzanne (Scott) because I got tied up with pardons but I will make sure I connect. You are a true patriot and I am so very proud of you! Your friendship means a great deal to me.”
“Feeling is mutual,” Hannity wrote back.
Hannity did not respond to requests for comment from CNN; neither did Meadows or his attorney. A spokesman for the January 6 committee declined to comment.
Feeding the fraud conspiracies
Initially after the November 2020 election, Hannity appeared to be all in with Trump’s false election claims. On November 29, he texted Meadows saying he had his team trying to prove election fraud: “I’ve had my team digging into the numbers. There is no way Biden got these numbers. Just mathematically impossible. It’s so sad for this country they can pull this off in 2020. We need a major breakthrough, a video, something.”
Meadows responded, “You’re exactly right. Working on breakthrough.”
“Ok. Would be phenomenal,” Hannity texted back.
But several weeks later, as Trump’s team lost court challenges and the wild claims from attorneys Rudy Giuliani and Sidney Powell failed to materialize into anything more than false conspiracy theories, Hannity’s tone shifted.
Hannity checked in with Meadows on December 22, asking him how he was doing.
“Fighting like crazy. Went to Cobb county to review process. Very tough days but I will keep fighting,” Meadows said, referring to the Trump team’s objections to votes from Cobb County, Georgia.
While Hannity never appeared to dispute Trump’s false claims about the election itself, he expressed alarm at the tactics of some of those pushing Trump’s case. Hannity responded to Meadows, “You fighting is fine. The fing lunatics is NOT fine. They are NOT helping him. I’m fed up with those people.”
By New Year’s Eve, Hannity warned about the fallout if top White House lawyers resigned in protest. Hannity also appeared to accept the fact that the election was over and the President’s best course of action was to go to Florida and engage Biden from there.
“We can’t lose the entire WH counsels office. I do NOT see January 6 happening the way he is being told,” Hannity said. “After the 6 th. He should announce will lead the nationwide effort to reform voting integrity. Go to Fl and watch Joe mess up daily. Stay engaged. When he speaks people will listen.”
Prepping for a Trump interview
Hannity’s text messages to Meadows are of interest to the House select committee, which wrote to Hannity in January requesting an interview. That month, the panel released some of Hannity’s texts to Meadows showing his concern about what would happen on January 6, 2021.
After the letter was sent, Hannity’s attorney, Jay Sekulow, told CNN, “We are reviewing the committee’s letter and will respond as appropriate.”
The texts provide evidence of what many White House and Fox sources claimed during Trump’s time in office: That Hannity acted as a “shadow chief of staff” while also juggling radio and TV shows. Trump would frequently call into Hannity’s show — and Hannity appeared on stage with the President during his final 2018 campaign rally.
While Hannity was fiercely loyal to Trump on-air, his off-air relationship was more complicated. He sometimes complained about Trump’s conduct and fretted that the President was hurting the Republican Party writ large.
Hannity has said he is not a journalist, and Fox does not hold him to traditional journalistic standards. He is more akin to a GOP activist and entertainer, like some of his fellow Fox hosts. In addition to Hannity, Fox’s Laura Ingraham, Tucker Carlson, Maria Bartiromo and Brian Kilmeade all sent messages to Meadows as well.
A spokesperson for Fox did not respond to a request for comment.
In one noteworthy text, Bartiromo messaged Meadows on the morning of November 29, less than an hour before she was set to conduct Trump’s first interview since Election Day. The text included questions she planned to ask Trump.
“Hi the public wants to know he will fight this. They want to hear a path to victory. & he’s in control,” Bartiromo texted at 9:21 a.m. “1Q You’ve said MANY TIMES THIS ELECTION IS RIGGED… And the facts are on your side. Let’s start there. What are the facts? Characterize what took place here. Then I will drill down on the fraud including the statistical impossibilities of Biden magic (federalist). Pls make sure he doesn’t go off on tangents. We want to know he is strong he is a fighter & he will win. This is no longer about him. This is about ????. I will ask him about big tech & media influencing ejection as well Toward end I’ll get to GA runoffs & then vaccines.”
At 10:12 a.m., Trump called into Bartiromo’s show, “Sunday Morning Futures.” Her line of questions mirrored much of what she laid out in the text message.
“Thank you for talking with us in the first interview since Election Day,” Bartiromo said. “Mr President, you’ve said many times that this election was rigged, that there was much fraud. And the facts are on your side. Let’s start there. Please go through the facts. Characterize what took place.”
The committee previously released texts from both Kilmeade and Ingraham expressing alarm over the attacks at the Capitol and its effect on Trump’s legacy. Tucker Carlson appears in only one exchange in the Meadows text logs, when he was trying to speak to Meadows while prepping for his show on November 17.
“Sorry I missed you. I was writing the show. Figured it out I think, but I appreciate it,” Carlson wrote.
The logs also show there were dozens of journalists from other organizations who texted with Meadows during this time period. In contrast to Hannity’s messages, these reporters were frequently seeking the White House chief of staff’s confirmation of breaking news or trying to secure an interview with Trump.
Meadows received texts from reporters with the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, Politico, Bloomberg, NBC, ABC, CBS and CNN, among others.
‘I’m beginning to feel down’
As the returns were coming in on Election Night, Hannity pinged Meadows to share a tweet about early vote totals out of North Carolina, a state that was crucial to Trump’s reelection hopes. “Will we hold??” Hannity asked Meadows.
“We are still good,” Meadows wrote back.
A week later, Hannity checked in again to see how Meadows was “holding up.”
“I am doing well. Working around the clock. We are going to fight and win,” Meadows said.
“You really think it’s possible,” Hannity responded. “I’m beginning to feel down. To (sic) much disorganization. We need Jim to front the messaging. Someone that’s credible.”
“Arizona now down just 12813. Still ballots to count,” Meadows wrote back. “Very disorganized but I have been busting heads yesterday and today. Let NOT your heart be troubled my friend.”
Hannity and Meadows’ texts underscore the insular effects of the right-wing media echo chamber, where little if any accurate information about the election results was able to break through.
In November and early December, Hannity’s show often amplified Trump’s election lies. Guests including then-White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany made near-nightly appearances to sow doubt about the election results and stoke support for doomed legal challenges. “We will follow the facts,” Hannity claimed on his December 2 program, one day after Trump’s attorney general, William Barr, declared there was no evidence of widespread election fraud.
But in his texts with Meadows, Hannity sounded resigned to the fact that the election was over.
“Texas case is very strong. Still a Herculean climb. Everyone knows it was stolen. Everyone,” Hannity wrote on December 8. “I vacillate between mad as hell and sad as hell. Wtf happened to our country Mark.”
Meadows responded, “So upset to see what we allowed to happen.”
“Honestly we think alike. That’s another discussion,” Hannity wrote back.
‘I’ve been at war with them all week’
The text messages also shed light on Hannity’s tensions with Fox. The Trump-aligned channel infuriated the former President by calling Arizona for Biden on Election Night.
On December 6, Meadows sent Hannity an article about then-Fox host Chris Wallace (who has since been hired by CNN) interrupting Trump’s HHS Secretary Alex Azar when Azar called Biden vice president instead of president-elect.
“Doing this to try and get ratings will not work in the long run and I am doubtful it is even a short term winning strategy,” Meadows wrote.
Hannity responded with a jab at Fox and a suggestion about what Meadows should do after leaving the White House: “I’ve been at war with them all week. We will talk wen I see u,” Hannity wrote. “Also if this doesn’t end the way we want, you me and Jay are doing 3 things together. 1- Directing legal strategies vs Biden 2- NC Real estate 3- Other business I talked to Rudy. Thx for helping him.”
Hannity expressed his frustrations again several days later, telling Meadows that he had made a campaign ad.
“I was screaming about no ads from Labor Day on,” Hannity wrote on December 8. “I made my own they never ran it. I’m not pointing fingers. I’m frustrated.”
In his book, “Frankly, We Did Win This Election,” reporter Michael Bender reported that Hannity had scripted an ad for the Trump campaign, which then paid Fox more than $1 million to run. But according to Bender, the ad only ran one time. When Bender’s book was published last year, Hannity denied writing a Trump campaign ad.
On December 11, Meadows asked Hannity to send him the phone number of Suzanne Scott, the Fox News CEO. “I can call through switchboard but that makes it a bigger deal,” Meadows said.
The next day, as Hannity pitched Meadows about working for Fox, he also offered an insightful window into how he views Trump. Hannity texted, “I truly feel sorry for our friend. He’s never had a days peace. On the other side of this, he’s exposed a very dark side of the swamp that’s far worse than I ever imagined and I am not particularly optimistic for the future.”
‘The seats are slipping away’
By mid-December, both Hannity and Meadows were concerned about the two Senate run-offs in Georgia that would decide control of the chamber in 2021. By that point, Trump had started his harsh attacks on Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp for certifying the state’s election for Biden.
Hannity and Meadows also began making plans for after the Trump administration, discussing how Trump could fashion a comeback bid and how Meadows could work against the Biden administration.
“These 2 senate seats are slipping away. Kemp is a total idiot,” Hannity wrote on December 12.
Hannity argued that Trump should make the Senate race about him.
“He has to make this about him. I’ll make a deal with you, If you (elect) 2 R’s to the senate, I’ll run again in 2024,” Hannity wrote of Trump. “Make it about him. 2 of the worst candidates I’ve ever seen.”
“The seats are slipping away,” Meadows responded. “I agree that he has to give some hope for the future. Connect the future to these candidates.”
Meadows continued, “Additionally. I think we set up a group of administrative lawyers, with a communication arm that fights election laws in every state and fight Biden actions every day, starting on Jan 20. ACLU filed over 400 lawsuits against Trump administration. We need to do the same. I think I can raise around 10 million dollars to hire a team to make sure the fight continues and prepares the way for 2024.”
‘He can’t mention the election again. Ever.’
As January 6 approached, Hannity expressed his concern about what would transpire. He texted Meadows on January 5, “Im very worried about the next 48 hours. Pence pressure. WH counsel will leave.”
On January 6, after the Capitol was breached by pro-Trump rioters, Hannity was one of a number of people texting Meadows urging Trump to intervene. “Can he make a statement. I saw the tweet. Ask people to peacefully leave the capital,” Hannity texted Meadows at 3:31 p.m.
“On it,” Meadows responded.
Later that evening, after Trump had sent another tweet attacking Vice President Mike Pence, Hannity expressed more alarm to Meadows, “Wth (What the hell) is happening with VPOTUS.”
In the January 6 aftermath, Hannity sounded a glum note to Meadows as many Republicans looked to cast Trump out of the party. Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell gave a floor speech on January 19 saying the mob was “provoked” by Trump, prompting Hannity to share the video with Meadows. “Well this is as bad as this can get,” Hannity texted.
Hannity spoke to Trump several days after January 6. The call did not go well, Hannity wrote in a group text to Meadows and GOP Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio. Hannity said he wanted Trump never to speak about the 2020 election again, but that Trump was unwilling, and Hannity appeared at a loss for what to do next.
“Guys, we have a clear path to land the plane in 9 days. He can’t mention the election again. Ever,” Hannity wrote. “I did not have a good call with him today. And worse, I’m not sure what is left to do or say, and I don’t like not knowing if it’s truly understood. Ideas?”
Neither Meadows nor Jordan appeared to respond.
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ELLENTON, Fla., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Colony Cove, a 55+ manufactured home community in Ellenton, FL, planted more than 4,000 trees on a 1.5-acre peninsula located within the community, creating an environmentally beneficial microforest with a community nature trail. Microforests are very dense plantings of native species and are a powerful way to help improve the quality of the local environment and combat climate change.
In coordination with Sarasota Urban ReForesters (SURF), more than 150 Colony Cove residents, employees and volunteers helped with the planting of the microforest, which took place on June 13, 2022. Sustainability is top of mind at Colony Cove, and the high-performance microforest is a key element among the community's eco-friendly endeavors.
"In addition to the many benefits microforests provide to the environment, enhancing the beauty of Colony Cove with native landscapes offers our residents a sense of serenity, along with the physical and mental health benefits that our residents can experience by getting outside and enjoying the nature trail," said Scott Payrits, general manager of Colony Cove. "We're thrilled to be able to have a microforest that highlights our ongoing focus on sustainability and environmental awareness."
SURF, which coordinated and helped organize Colony Cove's microforest, is a coalition of nonprofits dedicated to establishing microforests throughout the Suncoast. SURF's planting strategy follows the inspiration and guidance of Akira Miyawaki, a distinguished Japanese botanist who developed a plan to convert largely urban land into forests that would grow exceptionally fast and provide many environmental benefits. The rapid growth rate enables microforests to sequester an enormous amount of carbon against climate change, which is an important objective for all involved. The rapid growth rate also intercepts rainwater and transpires it back into the atmosphere rather than allowing it to carry pollution-laden runoff that deteriorates coastal waters. In support of this effort, volunteers from Solutions to Avoid Red Tide (START), the Sarasota Bay Rotary Club and Florida Veterans for Common Sense were also on hand to help plant the Colony Cove microforest.
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Colony Cove is an age-qualified, resort-style manufactured home community situated along the scenic Manatee River and featuring waterfront views, planned events and activities, and amenities designed around an active lifestyle. Beautiful new homes are available in a variety of floor plans. Visit www.mymhcommunity.com for more information.
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TIRANA, Albania (AP) — Four Albanian women and nine children, all related to Albanians who joined Islamist extremist groups fighting in Syria and Iraq, are being repatriated from a Syrian camp, a Kurdish official from northeast Syria said Friday.
Abdul-Karim Omar, an official who negotiates with countries on the return of their citizens, tweeted that, “13 Albanians (4 women and 9 children) of the families of ISIS organization were handed over to an official Albanian government delegation.”
He also posted a photo with Albania’s anti-terror department chief Alban Dautaj.
The Albanian government did not confirm the report, but an official, speaking anonymously due to the sensitivity of the issue, said the repatriated Albanians were expected to land late Friday night.
Twenty-five other Albanian women and children whose husbands and fathers joined Islamic State terror group and most often have been killed in the fighting have been brought back home in three previous missions, the last one in July 2021.
Authorities have not specified the number of Albanians still in detention camps in Syria, only saying they have been identified. Their relatives in Albania say 52 children are still in Syria, including the 13 being repatriated Friday.
A few hundred Albanians joined the Islamic State and other groups fighting in Syria and Iraq in the early 2010s. Many were killed, and their widows and children are stuck in Syrian camps.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Television viewers will find nearly blanket prime-time coverage of a Congressional hearing Thursday on the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, with the exception of Fox News Channel.
Fox News will cover the first in a series of House Select Committee public hearings as “news warrants,” it said in a release, otherwise leaving intact its regular lineup including “Tucker Carlson Tonight.” Fox Business Network, Fox News Digital and other corporate siblings will carry the hearing, with Fox News’ Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum co-anchoring.
On the broadcast side, Fox affiliate stations and those owned by Fox Corp. will have the opportunity but not the obligation to carry the hearing, the company said. With Fox News out of the scheduled mix — aside from a post-hearing special at 11 p.m. EDT — the most-watched cable network won’t add its heft to coverage.
While Fox Business is among the top-rated business channels, its peak audience is in daytime, where it’s been averaging 227,000 viewers recently. In comparison, Fox News averaged 2 million prime-time viewers last week, and 1.3 million for the full day.
Asked why Fox News Channel is foregoing full hearing coverage, a Fox spokesperson said that viewers can find it on multiple Fox News Media cable and digital platforms.
The hearing will reconstruct events leading up to the 2021 riot, including then-President Donald Trump’s refusal to concede the 2020 election based on false claims of voter fraud and the orchestrated effort to overturn Joe Biden’s victory.
The Fox News approach is in marked contrast to the other major broadcast networks and cable news channels, which will be covering the 8-10 p.m. EDT hearing in whole. Fox News will air a post-hearing, two-hour special anchored by Fox News chief legal correspondent Shannon Bream, joined by Baier and MacCallum.
CNN’s coverage will begin at 7 p.m. EDT, anchored by Jake Tapper and Anderson Cooper, and resume with post-hearing analysis and further reporting anchored by Don Lemon starting at 11 p.m. EDT.
On MSNBC, Rachel Maddow, Nicolle Wallace and Joy Reid are in charge of coverage that begins at 7 p.m. EDT and will continue after the hearings with a special edition of “The 11th Hour” with Stephanie Ruhle.
The broadcast networks are giving their nightly news anchors the prime position, with David Muir anchoring for ABC, Lester Holt for NBC and Norah O’Donnell for CBS, each starting at or close to 8 p.m. EDT. | https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/fox-news-aside-blanket-tv-coverage-set-for-jan-6-hearing/ | 2022-06-08T23:34:28Z |
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BLUE BELL, Pa., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Columbus Organization, a member of the CareSource family of companies, and the nation's largest provider of care coordination services for individuals living with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) and complex health concerns, today announced the launch of a revolutionary approach to coordinating care for complex lives. Leveraging the strengths of the proprietary ACHIEVE Analytics™ data capture platform, The Columbus Organization is better able to predict which individuals are at greater risk of negative health outcomes and require immediate attention from the provider community. By then further leveraging the advantages of SharePoint® and communication across its entire clinical system, each of the nearly 500 Support Coordinators has the ability to call upon a team of experts in complex care for this population, to quickly improve their well-being and help them achieve their most meaningful life.
The growing prevalence of co-morbid conditions in the IDD population has necessitated novel strategies to reduce multi-dimensional risk while improving health outcomes. According to a recent study published in Current Opinion in Psychiatry (https://bit.ly/39kJDMo) as well as a metanalysis conducted at the University of Hertfordshire (https://bit.ly/3xo8vKV), approximately 30-50% of individuals with IDD may have co-existing psychiatric disorders. The studies also showed at least double the rates of polypharmacy as well as significantly increased rates for conditions like cancer, diabetes, and obesity in this population.
Melissa Richards, PhD, LBA, BCBA-D, Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations for The Columbus Organization, commented, "We see complex care as a real-time, person-centered, data-driven approach that requires interdisciplinary care teams and cross-sector partnerships to achieve optimal outcomes. Our innovative complex care management is a comprehensive operational model that includes integrated data analytics, rigorous selection of care coordinators, a unique approach to onboarding, training on co-morbid conditions ranging from depression & anxiety to HIV & asthma, and a state-of-the-art evolution in social/physical/behavioral processes and tools."
While many organizations have line-of-sight to either retrospective data or real-time qualitative analysis of the consumer, The Columbus Organization has created a unique way to integrate community-based, face-to-face assessment with critical medical and behavioral event observations and data, pioneering the future of complex health care coordination. The Columbus Organization recently presented greater detail on this novel approach to coordinating care for complex populations at the recent Open Minds Strategies and Innovation Institute conference held June 14-16, 2022.
For 38+ years, The Columbus Organization has been a national leader and pioneer in care coordination specifically for individuals living with intellectual/developmental disabilities, behavioral concerns, or complex care needs. Having served over 100,000 families, the company continues to be at the forefront of innovation, developing and implementing revolutionary outcomes-based models for early identification and holistic management of health risks among individuals with intellectual, developmental, behavioral, medical, and/or complex care needs. In addition to its team of almost 500 highly-experienced care coordinators, dedicated Quality Assurance division, and unparalleled national infrastructure, Columbus is also a recognized leader in clinical staffing and quality improvement services for organizations that serve the behavioral health community.
The company delivers an unmatched depth of expertise, breadth of resources, diversity of thinking, and dedication to ensuring everyone can achieve their meaningful-life goals through transformative approaches to healthcare. For more, visit www.ColumbusOrg.com, follow @TheColumbusOrg on Twitter, like The Columbus Organization on Facebook, or follow The Columbus Organization on LinkedIn.
CareSource is a nonprofit, multi-state health plan recognized as a national leader in managed care. Founded in 1989, CareSource administers one of the nation's largest Medicaid managed care plans and offers a lifetime of access to care through health insurance, including Medicaid, Health Insurance Marketplace, Medicare Advantage and dual-eligible programs. Headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, CareSource serves 2 million members in Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and West
Virginia. CareSource is also a partner in CareSource PASSE, which serves Arkansans with complex behavioral health and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. CareSource understands the challenges consumers face navigating the health system and is transforming health care with industry-leading programs that improve the health and well-being of our members.
For more, visit www.caresource.com, follow @caresource on Twitter, or like CareSource on Facebook.
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lord Baltimore Hotel has now earned both GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, and GHA WellHotel® Accreditation for Medical Travel from Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA). This means the property is the first in the United States to achieve the joint GBAC STAR™ / GHA WellHotel® Accreditation for Medical Travel, ensuring that it complies with cleaning, disinfection, and infection prevention standards, as well as customer experience and safety protocols specific to the needs and expectations of medical travel guests.
"Hotel cleanliness and safety is of the utmost importance for guests traveling to receive healthcare," said Patricia Olinger, executive director, GBAC. "This joint accreditation assures guests that their wellbeing is a top priority while staying at the Lord Baltimore Hotel."
Prior to the pandemic, the medical tourism industry was valued by VISA and Oxford Economics at $100 billion with a projected growth rate of up to 25% year-over-year for the next 10 years. Despite the slowed growth due to COVID-19, medical travel is returning due to pent-up demand for healthcare services.
The GBAC STAR / GHA WellHotel Program aligns GHA's WellHotel program with GBAC STAR, the cleaning industry's only outbreak prevention, response, and recovery accreditation. The virtual accreditation is performance-based and requires documentation for 38 elements, including cleaning and disinfection chemicals; goals, objectives, and targets related to guest satisfaction for medical travel; audits and inspections; and emergency planning and response.
"While concern for hotel cleanliness increased worldwide during the pandemic, medical travelers have always experienced unique health and safety needs," said Karen Timmons, CEO, GHA. "Our partnership with GBAC STAR ensures that hotels meet the highest standards of cleaning, disinfection, and infection prevention, as well as customer experience and safety standards specific to the needs and expectations of medical travel guests. I would like to congratulate Lord Baltimore Hotel on achieving GBAC STAR / GHA WellHotel Accreditation for Medical Travel."
The Lord Baltimore Hotel is an iconic property in downtown Baltimore that combines late 1920's architecture and grace with a modern, private club aesthetic. Towering over the Baltimore skyline at 23 stories high with 440 guest rooms, the hotel offers more than 20,000 square feet of meeting, banquet, and event space. Since 1982, it has been listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Located in the vicinity of Johns Hopkins Medical Center and other top U.S. hospitals, the hotel offers packages and services that meet the unique needs and expectations of medical travel guests.
"We are proud to be the first hotel in the United States to achieve the prestigious GBAC STAR/GHA WellHotel Accreditation for Medical Travel," said Onahlea Shimunek, General Manager, Lord Baltimore Hotel. "This accreditation provides assurance to guests and companions seeking medical treatment at top hospitals in the Baltimore area, that we have implemented protocols to meet their unique needs pre and post treatment. Additionally, the accreditation gives our guests confidence that we comply with internationally-recognized hotel cleaning and hygiene standards."
Learn more and apply for GBAC STAR Accreditation at gbac.org/star.
Learn more and apply for GHA WellHotel Accreditation at globalhealthcareaccreditation.com/wellhotel.
Apply for joint GBAC STAR/ GHA WellHotel Accreditation at wellhotel.org.
Find accredited facilities and those pursuing accreditation via the GBAC STAR Facility Directory at gbac.org/directory.
About GHA
Global Healthcare Accreditation® (GHA) is an innovative accreditation body with specialized foci in medical and wellness travel, safety, and well-being. Founded in September of 2016, GHA's initial purpose as an independent accrediting body centered on improving the patient experience for medical travelers and supporting healthcare providers in validating quality, increasing visibility, and implementing a sustainable business model for medical travel. Since then, GHA has developed a variety of programs covering the entire spectrum of the care continuum and offers certification and accreditation for stakeholders in all aspects of health and wellbeing. For more information about GHA, visit www.ghaccreditation.com or contact Bill Cook at wellhotel@ghaccreditation.com.
About GBAC, a Division of ISSA
Composed of international leaders in the field of microbial-pathogenic threat analysis, mitigation, response, and recovery, the Global Biorisk Advisory Council™ (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, provides training, guidance, accreditation, certification, crisis management assistance and leadership to government, commercial, and private entities looking to mitigate, quickly address, and/or recover from biological threats and real-time crises. The organization's services include biorisk management program assessment and training, infectious disease and biological material response and remediation, the GBAC STAR™ Facility and Service Accreditation Programs, training and certification of individuals, and consulting for building owners and facility managers. For more information, visit www.gbac.org.
About ISSA
With more than 10,500 members—including distributors, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, building service contractors, in-house service providers, residential cleaners, and associated service members—ISSA is the world's leading trade association for the cleaning industry. The association is committed to changing the way the world views cleaning by providing its members with the business tools they need to promote cleaning as an investment in human health, the environment, and an improved bottom line. Headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., USA, the association has regional offices in Milan, Italy; Whitby, Canada; Parramatta, Australia; Seoul, South Korea; and Shanghai, China. For more information about ISSA, visit www.issa.com or call 800-225-4772 (North America) or 847-982-0800.
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Strategic Acquisition Creates a Vertically Integrated Omnichannel Platform for Aftermarket Automotive Parts and Accessories
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. and COMPTON, Calif., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wheel Pros, a designer, manufacturer and distributor of proprietary branded aftermarket vehicle enhancements for light trucks, SUVs, passenger cars and ATVs/UTVs backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake") and in partnership with management, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Transamerican Auto Parts ("TAP" or "the Company") from Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII), the global leader in powersports. TAP is a vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor, retailer and installer of off-road Jeep and light truck parts and accessories. In 2021, TAP generated nearly $760 million in revenue.
"We are thrilled to combine with TAP and build a vertically integrated omnichannel platform for aftermarket automotive enhancements across a wide range of vehicles," said Randy White, Co-Founder and CEO, and Brian Henderson, Chief Strategy Officer, at Wheel Pros. "TAP's extensive product portfolio, proprietary brands, manufacturing capabilities, and omnichannel platform have resulted in an automotive and off-roading enthusiast following that we have long admired. We look forward to working with the TAP team as we undertake new initiatives to accelerate the growth of the combined business and continue to drive value for our customers, suppliers, and partners."
Headquartered in Compton, California, TAP sells and installs an extensive line of parts and accessories for Jeep and truck enthusiasts, including products manufactured under its six proprietary aftermarket brands: SMITTYBILT®, PRO COMP®, RUBICON EXPRESS, POISON SPYDER™, G2™, and 4WP FACTORY. TAP's omnichannel platform operates under the 4 WHEEL PARTS brand, and serves automotive and off-roading enthusiasts through retail, eCommerce, and wholesale. The Company has a growing online presence via 4WheelParts.com and 4WD.com, and TAP's integrated platform enables buy online, pick-up, and install in store.
"TAP is a scaled player in the aftermarket automotive industry, and the combination with Wheel Pros creates a vertically integrated omnichannel platform that better serves automotive and off-roading enthusiasts," said José E. Feliciano, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, and Colin Leonard, Partner, at Clearlake. "We look forward to continuing to leverage our O.P.S.® framework in partnership with the Wheel Pros team to drive both organic and inorganic growth as the company builds upon its position as a premier automotive aftermarket enthusiast platform."
"With this combination, we have brought together two well-known businesses in the automotive aftermarket industry," said Dilshat Erkin, Senior Vice President at Clearlake. "We are excited to welcome the TAP team to the Wheel Pros organization and continue to support the combined business as they embark on new innovative projects to accelerate growth."
The transaction is expected to close early in the third quarter, subject to customary closing conditions. Baird acted as financial advisor to Polaris in connection with the transaction. Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal counsel to Wheel Pros and Clearlake.
Founded in 1995, Wheel Pros serves the automotive enthusiast industry with a wide selection of vehicle enhancements from its portfolio of lifestyle brands, including Fuel-Off-Road, American Racing, KMC, Rotiform and Black Rhino. Utilizing its expanding global network of distribution centers spanning North America, Australia and Europe, Wheel Pros serves over 13,500 retailers and has a growing ecommerce presence to provide enthusiast consumers with access to the products they desire. More information is available at www.wheelpros.com.
TAP sells and installs an extensive line of parts and accessories for Jeep and truck enthusiasts, including products manufactured under its six proprietary aftermarket brands: SMITTYBILT®, PRO COMP®, RUBICON EXPRESS, POISON SPYDER™, G2™, and 4WP FACTORY. TAP's omnichannel platform operates under the 4 WHEEL PARTS brand, and serves automotive and off-roading enthusiasts through retail, eCommerce, and wholesale. More information is available at www.transamericanautoparts.com.
Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. is an investment firm founded in 2006 operating integrated businesses across private equity, credit, and other related strategies. With a sector-focused approach, the firm seeks to partner with management teams by providing patient, long-term capital to businesses that can benefit from Clearlake's operational improvement approach, O.P.S.® The firm's core target sectors are technology, industrials, and consumer. Clearlake currently has over $72 billion of assets under management, and its senior investment principals have led or co-led over 400 investments. The firm is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA with affiliates in Dallas, TX, London, UK and Dublin, Ireland. More information is available at www.clearlake.com and on Twitter @Clearlake.
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For Wheel Pros:
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Backbone Media
970.658.5252 ext. 1174
max.krapff@backbone.media
For Clearlake:
Jennifer Hurson
Lambert & Co.
+1 845-507-0571
jhurson@lambert.com
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Liz Cheney says Russian strike on Ukraine train station that killed civilians ‘clearly is genocide’
By Veronica Stracqualursi, Daniella Diaz and Katie Bo Williams, CNN
Republican Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming on Sunday said Russia’s missile strike on an eastern Ukraine railway station last week that killed dozens of civilians “clearly is genocide.”
“I think that Europe needs to understand and grapple with the fact that you’ve got a genocidal campaign, the first kind of horrific genocidal campaign that we have seen, certainly in recent decades,” she told CNN’s Jake Tapper on “State of the Union.”
Cheney added that European countries need to “understand that they’re funding that genocidal campaign” through the purchase of oil and gas from Russia, and should place an embargo on Russian oil and gas.
At least 50 people, including five children, were killed and nearly 100 more were wounded on Friday from a Russian missile strike on a train station in Kramatorsk where they were waiting to evacuate, Ukrainian officials said Friday.
World leaders condemned the attack and the US State Department called it “yet another example of the Russian government’s unjustified brutal war sowing senseless death and destruction in Ukraine.”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russian forces of committing genocide in his country, pointing to the bombing of a maternity and children’s hospital and apparent brutal executions of civilians in Bucha, Ukraine.
The Biden administration has accused Russia of war crimes and is supporting investigations into Russia’s actions in Ukraine by helping document atrocities, but has stopped short of calling the killings a “genocide.”
The United Nations defines genocide as “acts committed with the intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group,” including “killing members of the group,” “causing serious bodily or mental harm to members of the group,” and “deliberately inflicting on the group conditions of life calculated to bring about its physical destruction in whole or in part.”
US national security adviser Jake Sullivan on Sunday downplayed the significance of “the label” of genocide in an interview on CNN’s “State of the Union.”
“In my opinion, the label is less important than the fact that these acts are cruel and criminal and wrong and evil, and need to be responded to decisively, and that is what we are doing,” Sullivan said when pressed by Tapper on the Russian killing of civilians in Ukraine.
In a separate interview with ABC’s “This Week,” Sullivan said the administration views the attribution as a legal distinction.
“That is a determination that we work through systematically,” he said. “There is a unit at the State Department that gathers evidence and then makes a legal analysis, because genocide is actually a legal determination.”
Appearing on “State of the Union,” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told CNN that “it is clear that Putin is systematically targeting civilians,” saying that’s why Canada has supported an International Criminal Court investigation into war crimes.
Asked by Tapper if Russia’s actions in Ukraine constitutes genocide, Trudeau said, “Those are the things that will be determined.”
“Obviously, the messages we’re seeing, the stories of what Russian soldiers are doing, not just the murder of civilians, but the systematic use of sexual violence and rape, to destabilize and have the greatest negative impact on Ukrainian people as possible is absolutely unforgivable and unacceptable,” he added.
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Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts recognizes June as Annuity Awareness Month
LINCOLN, Neb., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With industry surveys showing that most retirees' #1 fear is running out of money,1 Insurance Agency Marketing Services, Inc. (IAMS) is pleased to highlight Annuity Awareness Month and the importance of annuities as a vehicle for secure retirement income.
On Monday, July 11, IAMS' Executive Vice President and General Counsel Chris Conroy joined Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts at the State Capitol in Lincoln to declare June Annuity Awareness Month in Nebraska.
"Annuities play a critical role as a safe money alternative for so many seniors, especially in our current environment of market volatility," Conroy said. "With nearly 70,000 Nebraskans reaching age 65 each year, we want to do everything we can to help protect their hard-earned dollars and help them retire with financial dignity."
Annuities – insurance contracts that provide a guaranteed amount of money on a periodic basis for a specified length of time – are invaluable as a source of income you cannot outlive.
They deliver:
- Principal protection in a time of high market uncertainty
- Earnings on contributions that grow tax-free
- Guaranteed death benefits
Ricketts signed an official proclamation during the July 11 ceremony. "Thank you for highlighting the importance of financial literacy and annuities in retirement planning," he said. "Especially in our aging society, it's important for people to be prepared."
To learn more about IAMS, Inc. and our services for agents, visit our website, YouTube channel or call 800-255-5055 today.
Insurance Agency Marketing Services, Inc., an independent insurance brokerage agency, is committed to the principles of service, integrity, and professionalism while providing our valued agents the highest quality of service and with a goal of exceeding expectations. Building trust and fostering lasting relationships are the essence of who we are and a fundamental part of our company values.
Charles Heuring founded IAMS in 1986 with service to producers as its centerpiece. He felt there was a real opportunity to build an organization around the idea of making the producer feel at home. Over the past thirty-six years, the success of IAMS Inc. has been a product of that ongoing focus.
1 https://www.seniorliving.org/finance/senior-fears-study/
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Police respond to attempted robbery in Paris
Published: Jul. 19, 2022 at 12:43 PM CDT|Updated: 28 minutes ago
PARIS, Texas (KXII) - Paris police responded to an attempted robbery Monday night.
The suspect fled the scene.
Police said the victim was vacuuming their vehicle around 7 p.m. at a car wash on the 3800 block of Lamar Avenue when they were approached by someone wearing a paper bag on their head, a white bedsheet as a robe, and two liter soda bottles for shoes.
The unidentified person pulled out a large pocket knife and spoke.
“Sorry, but I have to rob you,” the suspect said.
The victim then pulled out a pistol, and the suspect ran away.
Police said the incident remains under investigation.
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Foundry Group leads oversubscribed round
NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Knock, the fast-growing fintech company that makes all homebuyers Power Buyers, announced today the closing of its previously announced $220 million funding round. In addition, the company announced that it has expanded its board, adding Ian Sigalow, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Greycroft, and David Garland, Managing Partner of Second Century Ventures, the venture capital arm of the National Association of RealtorsⓇ.
The oversubscribed round was led by Foundry Group with participation from Greycroft and many of Knock's existing investors, including RRE, First American Financial's venture arm Parker89, Company Ventures, Second Century Ventures, and filmmaker and actor M. Night Shyamalan. The round also attracted other new notable investors, including serial entrepreneur Kevin Ryan of AlleyCorp. Ryan founded some of the most transformative companies in New York, including MongoDB, Business Insider and GILT Groupe, and previously led DoubleClick as CEO through its $3 billion acquisition by Google. Knock has now raised a total of $900 million of debt and equity since its founding in 2015.
"Knock's technology and financing innovation is revolutionizing the home buying and selling experience by transforming what has historically been a stressful and complicated process into one that is more certain, transparent and convenient," said Knock Co-Founder and CEO Sean Black. "We are grateful for the confidence our newest and existing investors have shown in our business and the opportunity before us. We believe this underscores the fact that our platform is now more important than ever as homebuyers struggle to compete with cash buyers and are increasingly embracing new ways to buy and sell homes. We are excited to add Ian and Dave to our board. Both bring successful track records of helping to scale fintech and other software companies and their guidance will be invaluable."
Knock provides homebuyers and their agents with innovative financing solutions in a transparent and convenient mobile app experience that empowers them to compete with cash buyers to win their dream home. With the Knock Home Swap™, existing homeowners have access to 100% of the money necessary to buy their new home before listing their old house. Knock GO™ enables first-time buyers and others who don't have a home to sell to make an offer that's competitive with cash by providing sellers with the certainty of a guaranteed, on-time closing.
As Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Greycroft, Ian Sigalow is responsible for the venture capital firm's operations, investment strategy and vision. He is on the investment committee for all Greycroft funds, which invest in consumer, enterprise software, fintech and digital health companies looking to redefine the internet economy. Prior to founding Greycroft, Ian Sigalow founded StrongData, a pioneer in payment encryption, and spent several years as a venture capitalist with Boston Millennia Partners. He holds a bachelor's degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and an MBA from Columbia University Graduate School of Business.
As a Managing Partner of Second Century Ventures, the most active global fund in real estate technology, Garland also guides the award-winning scale-up program REACH. Backed by the National Association of Realtors®, REACH leverages the association's more than 1.5 million members and an unparalleled network of executives within real estate and adjacent industries. Garland has acquired, owned and managed portfolios of single-family residential, commercial and development properties across America. He maintains over two decades of strategic advisory and board services to numerous public and private real estate and financial firms. He holds a bachelor's degree from Notre Dame and an MBA from the Melbourne Business School.
Knock is rewriting the rules of homeownership with mobile technology and innovative home financing solutions that make all homebuyers Power Buyers. Knock's flagship Home Swap™ product empowers consumers with a non-contingent offer on their phone to buy the home they want before selling the home they have, providing certainty knowing you've found your dream home and the convenience of not having to live through repairs or showings. Knock GO™ (Guaranteed Offer) is a cash-like home loan solution for first-time homebuyers looking to compete in today's hot housing market.
Launched in 2015 by founding team members of Trulia.com, Knock currently operates in 75 markets nationwide. Knock has raised $900 million in debt and equity from top-tier investors, including Foundry Group, Greycroft, RRE, Parker89 and The National Association of Realtors®, giving NAR's 1.5 million members the ability to market Knock's homeownership solutions to their clients. For more information visit: knock.com.
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NEW YORK, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Digital Turbine, Inc..
Shareholders who purchased shares of APPS 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: August 9, 2021 to May 17, 2022
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) the Company's recent acquisitions, AdColony and Fyber, act as agents in certain of their respective product lines; (2) as a result, revenues for those product lines must be reported net of license fees and revenue share, rather than on a gross basis; (3) the Company's internal control over financial reporting as to revenue recognition was deficient; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's net revenues was overstated throughout fiscal 2022; 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.
DEADLINE: August 5, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/digital-turbine-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=28550&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of APPS during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is August 5, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
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BANGKOK (AP) — A top State Department official met Thursday with Philippine President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Manila, part of an ongoing diplomatic outreach in the Asia-Pacific region by Washington to try and blunt growing Chinese influence.
Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman tweeted after meeting Marcos that the two discussed a range of issues, including the Philippines-U.S. alliance, deepening economic ties, advancing human rights and “preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific.”
Marcos, the son of longtime Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr. who was ousted in a popular uprising in 1986, was elected in a landslide last month, alarming human rights activists and pro-democracy groups.
The U.S. appears prepared to work with him, with President Joe Biden being one of the first world leaders to call Marcos and congratulate him on his electoral victory.
Following the meeting with Sherman, Marcos’ spokesman Victor Rodriguez said the two had “discussed the importance of deepening the alliance and friendship between the Philippines and the United States, as well as partnering together in order to strengthen the economy between the two countries.”
Sherman’s trip comes as part of a broader effort to reach out in person to leaders in the region as concern increases over China’s push to expand its own influence in a strategically critical area.
It includes the South China Sea, where the Philippines and Vietnam, among others, have squared off with China’s efforts to dominate the strategic waterway it claims virtually in its entirety. The U.S. and its allies have responded with so-called freedom of navigation patrols, sometimes encountering a pushback from China’s military.
Australia protested after it said a Chinese fighter jet made dangerous maneuvers around one of its surveillance aircraft and forced it to return to its base last month. Beijing rejected the accusation.
Sherman is also making stops in South Korea, Laos and Vietnam. U.S. State Department Counselor Derek Chollet is also in the region, meeting with officials in Thailand, Singapore and Brunei.
The State Department said the two trips highlight American commitment to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a 10-member regional bloc known as ASEAN, as well as Washington’s bilateral partnerships.
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is also a featured speaker on the weekend at the Shangra-La Dialogue in Singapore, Asia’s premier defense and security forum.
And at the end of May in Japan, Biden launched the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, a new trade deal that so far 12 nations have signed on to.
“There are several components to our Indo-Pacific strategy, from advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific where we can deal with problems openly and have rules that are transparently and fairly applied,” Chollet told The Diplomat online news magazine in an article this week.
“The second part of the strategy is forging stronger connections within the region and beyond,” he said.
He said the strategy includes strengthening the U.S.-ASEAN relationship and also working within other groupings, such as the British, Australian and American partnership known as AUKUS and the Quad format involving Australia, India, the U.S. and Japan.
China has itself been active in its diplomatic engagement in the region, recently inking a security deal with the Solomon Islands that the U.S., Australia and others worry could give Beijing the opportunity to establish a naval base in the South Pacific.
China and Cambodia on Wednesday also broke ground on a port expansion project at Cambodia’s Ream Naval Base, which the U.S. and others fear could provide Beijing with a strategically important military outpost on the Gulf of Thailand.
Following the Solomon Islands deal, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi traveled to multiple other island nations, hoping to sign an ambitious deal with 10 of them covering a broad range of areas including security and fisheries. He couldn’t find consensus on that deal but instead signed smaller bilateral agreements.
Australia pushed back, sending its own foreign minister to several Pacific island nations on her own diplomatic outreach. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/us-official-meets-marcos-in-philippines-in-diplomatic-push/ | 2022-06-09T14:22:47Z |
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