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- WareSmart is a free tool to help warehouse operators in the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) navigate ISR Rule 2305 and become compliant with the Warehouse Actions and Investments to Reduce Emissions (WAIRE) program.
- SCAQMD's new WAIRE program applies compliance and reporting requirements targeting emissions reduction of over 3,000 warehouses.
- WareSmart assists with WAIRE fee estimation supporting warehouse operators with developing scenarios to achieve compliance cost-effectively with trusted products and fleet electrification solutions that can significantly reduce or eliminate fines for operators.
NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ideanomics (NASDAQ: IDEX), a global company focused on accelerating the adoption of commercial electric vehicles (EV), today announced its new tool called WareSmart, available now at http://www.waresmart.us The web-based tool allows warehouse operators under South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) jurisdiction to determine potential fees associated with the new Warehouse Indirect Source Rule (ISR) 2305 and the Warehouse Actions and Investments to Reduce Emissions (WAIRE) program.
Ideanomics' new WareSmart tool provides a simple platform for warehouse operators to calculate estimated points and associated fees based on self-reported operations data, making it less complicated and easily manageable to comply with ISR 2305. With a Return-on-Investment (ROI) scenario planner, warehouse operators can better analyze the short- and long-term financial implications of the WAIRE program and the benefits of electrification.
"We knew we were in a position to help warehouse operators navigate the WAIRE program since its announcement. There was a huge need for program education and guidance, scenario planning and insight into product suitability and availability to meet the new regulatory requirements. With the WareSmart tool and our team of electrification experts, we aim to help more warehouses become compliant with the new rule while potentially saving money and committing to a cleaner future," states Keith Byers, Ideanomics Senior Vice President, Commercial Development.
The WareSmart tool supports operators with multiple warehouses and creates different operation scenarios for operators' planning purposes. The tool also allows multi-year planning scenarios to help operators estimate ISR 2305 compliance fees year-over-year and the effectiveness of fee reduction strategies as they move towards electrification.
In the WareSmart dashboard, warehouse operators have an easy-to-use platform for research and scenario planning for the integration of high-powered, zero- or near-zero-emission trucks, chargers, and renewable power generation which is customizable to their operational data and ISR 2305 compliance preferences. A team of clean fleet solutions experts is available to assist warehouse operators with understanding and implementing the clean fleet technologies identified within WareSmart.
For more information and news on Ideanomics and its operating companies, please visit https://ideanomics.com.
About Ideanomics
Ideanomics (NASDAQ: IDEX) is a global group with a simple mission: to accelerate the commercial adoption of electric vehicles. By bringing together vehicles and charging technology with design, implementation, and financial services, we provide solutions needed for the commercial world to commit to an EV future. To keep up with Ideanomics, please follow the company on social @ideanomicshq or visit https://ideanomics.com.
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Ideanomics, Inc.
Tony Sklar, SVP of Investor Relations
1441 Broadway, Suite 5116, New York, NY 10018
ir@ideanomics.com
Malory Van Guilder, Skyya PR for Ideanomics
malory@skyya.com
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Early and predictive customer lifetime value solution by Retina offers intelligence and insights for retail, ecommerce and DTC companies.
SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Retina AI was named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the Business or Competitive Intelligence Solution category in The 20th Annual American Business Awards®. More than 3,700 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of categories.
Retina AI is the only product that provides predictive customer lifetime value (pCLV) of prospective and new customers, empowering brands to optimize campaign, channel or budget decisions across marketing, customer loyalty, and operations, in real time, even before the first transaction. Retina is building the world's best Customer Value Management platform with reliable models and Artificial Intelligence to continuously quantify and predict customer value. The solution provides intelligence and insights to keep the business profitable at the customer level.
"It's wonderful to see all of our team's hard work be recognized," said Emad Hasan, CEO of Retina AI. "With the many challenges in today's market, it's more important than ever that companies are leveraging their data effectively to optimize their spend and identify who their most valuable customers are. This award is validation that Retina is a critical component helping businesses do this effectively."
More than 230 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year's Stevie Award winners.
"We are so pleased that we will be able to stage our first ABA awards banquet since 2019 and to celebrate, in person, the achievements of such a diverse group of organizations and individuals," said Maggie Miller, president of the Stevie Awards.
Details about The American Business Awards and the list of 2022 Stevie winners are available at www.StevieAwards.com/ABA.
About Retina AI
Retina is the leading predictive customer lifetime value (pCLV) intelligence company transforming e-commerce customer acquisition for high-growth brands. The company uses AI, machine learning, and data analytics to provide the industry's earliest insights on pCLV to help marketers capture high-value customers and increase brand loyalty -- without relying on third-party cookies or IDFA. Retina's customers include world-class brands such as Madison Reed, and Dollar Shave Club. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA.
About the Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.
Media Contact:
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Lumina Communications for Retina AI
(661) 965-0407
retina@luminapr.com
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LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A couple hundred people grabbed their pool noodles and headed to a Nebraska park again this weekend to battle over the right to the name Josh.
The event started as an online joke when Josh Swain from Tucson, Arizona, sent out a tweet challenging anyone who shared his name to fight over it. After it took on a life of its own, Swain turned it into a real event last year at the random coordinates he included in his original note, which happened to be in Lincoln, Nebraska.
“The enthusiasm from everybody here was just incredible,” Swain told the Lincoln Journal Star.
Several of the competitors this year donned costumes, including masks, animal suits and football helmets, before heading out to Bowling Lake Park. But that wasn’t enough to dethrone 5-year-old Josh Vinson Jr., who defended his title as the No. 1 Josh.
Saturday’s event raised nearly $21,000 for Children’s Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha, and the owners of the Josh Cellars wine label pledged to match that amount with a donation of their own. The hospital said it plans to share some of the donations with the Joshua Collinsworth Memorial Foundation that promotes water safety with its Josh the Otter mascot who attended Saturday’s battle.
Swain said he’d like to make the Josh Fight an annual event but he’s not sure if he’ll be able to keep it up.
“There’s a number of factors in this crazy world,” Swain said. “I think that the hope is to keep this trend going so that we can keep the good times rolling.” | https://cw33.com/strange-news/ap-strange-news/pool-noodle-fight-over-the-name-josh-again-attracts-hundreds/ | 2022-05-23T19:25:51Z |
Zicklin School of Business Program Trains Senior Executives to "Be the Doctor in the Boardroom"
NEW YORK, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Baruch College's Zicklin School of Business is the first institution in New York State authorized to award the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Degree. Zicklin's DBA Program is one of the school's impressive range of professional and executive degree offerings for business executives and corporate leaders.
According to Fenwick Huss, Willem Kooyker Dean of the Zicklin School of Business, "The DBA Program exemplifies Zicklin's commitment to delivering relevant, academically rigorous business education that is world-class in both quality and reputation."
The program's faculty have developed a unique, multidisciplinary curriculum that employs a wide range of traditional and cutting-edge research methodologies to address the key business issues of the day.
The DBA is widely recognized as the premier terminal degree for practical and applied business problems, both in the United States and around the world. The three-year doctoral program is designed for senior executives with seven or more years of executive experience who seek empirical knowledge and research experience at the doctoral level. Graduates will gain skills needed to thrive in the C-suite, broaden their opportunities as consultants, and enter the college classroom as a clinical professor. This program complements Baruch's traditional PhD program in Business which focuses more on developing research scholarship and training for career paths in academia.
Learn More
For more information about the Doctor in Business Administration degree, visit the program's website.
Prospective applicants are invited to speak via live chat with Zicklin's Executive Admissions staff during Virtual Office Hours every Tuesday and Thursday. Register for a session.
About Baruch College
Baruch College provides students with the skills, knowledge, and perspectives to pursue their aspirations in today's global environment. Baruch is listed among the nation's top public colleges for academic excellence, affordability, student success, and value. Its three schools educate more than 19,500 students who represent one of the most diverse college campuses in the country. baruch.cuny.edu
Zicklin School of Business The Zicklin School of Business is a recognized leader in providing undergraduate, graduate, and executive education for the 21st century. It offers part- and full-time business degree programs taught by faculty who are thought leaders and practitioners in their fields. An AACSB-accredited business school, Zicklin consistently ranks among the region's and nation's top performers in academic excellence, diversity, and value. zicklin.baruch.cuny.edu
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Funds Benefit Patients and Families of Good Shepherd Hospice
LAKELAND, Fla., June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chapters Health Foundation and The Hospice Women of Giving today announced they raised more than $28,000 at the 7th Annual Seasons of Service Luncheon, held on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at the Lake Mirror Auditorium in downtown Lakeland. The theme of the event was "The Power of Hope and Healing."
During the luncheon, internationally renowned author, Itch Abloom, provided insights on his new book "The Stranger in the Lifeboat," a fast-paced novel telling the story of a group of shipwrecked passengers who are forced to ponder their deepest religious beliefs after pulling a strange man from the sea. Abloom is the author of seven number-one New York Times bestsellers, including "Tuesdays with Marie," "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" and most recently, "Finding Chukka."
"We were thrilled to have Itch join us this year," said Cindy Sternlicht, founding member and chair of the Hospice Women of Giving. "There wasn't a dry eye in the room. His gracious perspective on heartache and loss moved so many. I have no doubt his words left a lasting impact on our guests. I also can't thank our donors and community sponsors enough. Their generosity will ensure that Good Shepherd Hospice continues to touch the lives of families affected by life-limiting illnesses."
Sponsors of this year's Seasons of Service were: Watson Clinic, LLP - Duke Energy - The Misch Family, in memory of Dr. Robert Cassell - Polk State College Foundation – Maryann Cassell - Putnam, Creighton & Airth, P.A. - Law Office of James T. Joiner, P.A. - Dr. Anna Clare Green & Clare Green Wilson – Dr. & Mrs. James B. Threlkel – Hall Communications, Inc.
The Hospice Women of Giving's two-part mission is simple: to combine the philanthropic strength of women in supporting unfunded programs and services for Good Shepherd Hospice, and to build awareness of the organization's value in bringing dignity and compassion to those facing life-limiting illness.
Chapters Health Foundation is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization committed to supporting Chapters Health System, a progressive leader in home health, palliative care, hospice, and grief support. Chapters Health Foundation provides more than $7.4 million annually to help offset the accumulated costs of unfunded and underfunded programming including but not limited to charity care, helping to meet the needs of patients and families who cannot afford hospice services. Chapters Health Foundation also provides $1.3 million in funding for the provision of grief support across Chapters Health and in 2020, provided more than $1 million to assist with underfunded pediatric and adult palliative care services.
Good Shepherd Hospice, an affiliate of Chapters Health System, is a community-based, not-for-profit organization that supports more than 4,200 patients each year in Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties as they face the challenges of advancing age and illness. Since 2008, the organization has been accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation's premier healthcare accrediting body and in 2017 was awarded deemed status.
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MIAMI, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RapidPulse, Inc., a privately-held medical device company developing a novel aspiration system to treat ischemic stroke, today announced that it has raised an additional $10.5 million, bringing its cumulative financing to over $25 million. The financing was led by Syntheon and Santé Ventures who were joined by Epidarex Capital, Hatteras Venture Partners, and Broadview Ventures. RapidPulse plans to use the proceeds to further advance its RapidPulse™ Cyclic Aspiration System through expanded clinical evaluation, which in turn will further the development of its platform of new catheters and aspiration pump, and to move towards FDA approval.
"RapidPulse has built an excellent team and taken great strides in developing our technology and system architecture; we've had three seminal patents issued to protect our intellectual property and we've received excellent feedback from some of the leading ischemic stroke physicians," noted Sean McBrayer, who serves as the CEO of RapidPulse as well as CEO of Syntheon. "In addition, our early clinical results have been outstanding. As disclosed at a recent industry conference, initial testing of our technology has shown first pass clot removal of up to 69% of the time, a dramatic improvement over standard aspiration. We are also particularly pleased and gratified that our established investor syndicate was enthusiastic about increasing the company's funding to build on our progress." The referenced study was a Pilot Study of 29 patients with reported First Pass Success (FPE) using mTICI ≥ 2c.
Dennis McWilliams, Partner at Santé Ventures, added, "Stroke is the second leading cause of death and the third leading cause of disability worldwide. This investment will help RapidPulse expand its clinical results and move towards regulatory approval in the United States. The RapidPulse™ system promises to be a disruptive platform in neurovascular, and it has the clear potential to improve timely first-pass clot removal, thereby significantly improving patient outcomes for ischemic stroke patients. This financing will help RapidPulse build a leading position in the emerging field of cyclic aspiration for the treatment of ischemic stroke."
To learn more about RapidPulse, please visit www.rapidpulsemed.com.
RapidPulse, Inc. is a privately held medical device company that develops minimally invasive vascular products for ischemic stroke. The company is advancing the development of the RapidPulse™ Cyclic Aspiration System, which includes a novel aspiration system to allow rapid and consistent removal of blood clots from the brain. The RapidPulse™ system is not available for sale in any jurisdiction and continues to be tested and evaluated through investigational studies. RapidPulse is a spinout of Syntheon 2.0, LLC., a medical device incubator dedicated to developing innovative products in the medical device industry. Visit www.rapidpulsemed.com for more information.
The RapidPulse™ system was developed by Syntheon, a medical device incubator focused on developing next generation medical devices. Its various products, commercialized by the largest and most trusted medical device companies in the world, have treated over 50 million patients globally in applications ranging from laparoscopic surgery, cardiovascular treatment, and flexible endoscopy. Syntheon has over 200 issued patents since its inception over 20 years ago.
Founded in 2006, Santé Ventures is a specialized healthcare and life sciences investment firm with nearly $1BN in capital under management. The firm invests in early-stage companies developing innovative new medical technologies, biotechnologies, and digitally enabled healthcare services. Recent Santé successes include Farapulse (Boston Scientific), Claret Medical (Boston Scientific), TVA Medical (Becton Dickinson), Millipede Medical (Boston Scientific), Molecular Templates (MTEM), AbVitro (Celgene), and Explorys (IBM Corp). Santé invests nationally and has offices in Austin, TX, and Boston, MA. For more information, please visit www.sante.com.
Epidarex Capital is a transatlantic venture capital firm that builds exceptional life science companies in emerging hubs in the US and UK. Epidarex's experienced team of early-stage investors partner with entrepreneurs and leading research institutions to transform world-class science into highly innovative products addressing major unmet needs in global healthcare. For more information, please visit www.epidarex.com
Founded in 2000 and based in Durham, NC, Hatteras Venture Partners is a venture capital firm with a focus on seed and early-stage healthcare investing. Through seven funds and over $750 million under management, the firm has invested in breakthrough science and entrepreneurial grit in the areas of biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, healthcare IT, and related opportunities in human medicine. To learn more, please visit www.hatterasvp.com.
Founded in 2008, Broadview Ventures is a mission-driven investment organization. Broadview's primary goal is to improve human health in the areas of cardiovascular disease and stroke through investments in early-stage companies developing innovative therapeutics, devices, and diagnostics. For more information about Broadview Ventures, visit broadviewventures.org.
Doug Ladd
dladd@rapidpulsemed.com
305-266-3388
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President's Message: Tips to ease path to home ownership
Did you know June is home ownership month?
This month, we celebrate the value of owning a home to families and communities across the country.
In addition, we recognize the organizations that help people achieve that dream – U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; Federal Housing Administration; Realtors; financial and housing counselors; and housing assistance programs.
Together they help so many find the place they call home.
Last year was great for sellers, as prices skyrocketed nearly 20% from competing bids. It was the most significant annual home price increase in the history of the Housing Index.
Homes sold fast, regardless of the condition of the property. It was another story for would-be home buyers, who faced low inventory and fierce competition. Those shopping this year have seen those issues, plus rising interest rates.
Inflation also is making it harder for would-be first-time buyers to save for a down payment. However, all is not lost, and there are ways to get a competitive edge when purchasing your first or third home.
When you decide to buy a home, check out your financing options. To determine how much you could potentially borrow, get prequalified with a lender. This requires you to give information such as your income, debt, assets, and credit score.
Getting a prequalification is not a loan guarantee because nothing is verified. But it will help give you an idea of the price range in which you can look. Get underwritten preapproval to be better prepared to make an offer on a home. This takes you further into the mortgage approval process, where your identity, income, debts, assets, and credit score/history are verified.
All pertinent financial documentation is collected and run through a process called underwriting. This process assesses your creditworthiness and your ability to pay back the loan. This process also looks for inaccuracies and discrepancies in the information you provided. If the underwriting process approves you, you are given an underwritten preapproval. When you find a home, closing on that home will go much faster since you already did the hard stuff. Having an unwritten preapproval will also make your offers more attractive to sellers since the deal is less likely to fall through.
Another way to gain an edge is to only include essential contingencies in your offer. Such contingencies would be loan contingency and appraisal contingency. One contingency that could be bypassed is the inspection contingency if the buyer is willing to buy the home “as is.”
It’s still important for the buyer to get a home inspection to know the home's condition. But it would be used as a guide and not a negotiation tool. Another strategy is leading with your highest/best bid when making an offer. Only bid what you can afford and have approved financing for. Then, when your offer is accepted, be flexible in negotiations. Chances are, the seller will have other buyers lined up behind you, so only focus on non-negotiable things. And, of course, use a Realtor in your home buying search; their expertise in the business will help you get closer to achieving your dream of home ownership.
The struggle for first-time home buyers to save enough for a down payment has become more difficult. Between the cost of rent going up and inflation raising prices on everything from gas to food, that extra money is being used for essential living. However, there are lots of different programs that can help. For first-time home buyers, various programs help provide low-interest financing for low to moderate-income earners. In addition, there are programs that offer down payment and closing costs assistance. There are also opportunities for others buying a home. Check out NewHomeSource to learn about the many programs available to those in Ohio.
Find it at newhomesource.com.
So, just because the current market is a bit tougher doesn’t mean you have to abandon your dream of home ownership. Do your due diligence and research and be as prepared as you can. Where there is a will, there is a way!
Marlin Palich is president of Stark Trumbull Area Realtors, which serves Stark, Carroll and Trumbull counties. Visit www.star.realtor for a complete listing of Realtors and affiliate members. If you have any questions or comments on this article, contact Cosgrove at president@star.realtor. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/lifestyle/2022/06/17/presidents-message-tips-ease-path-home-ownership/7607766001/ | 2022-06-17T12:32:44Z |
Dr. Bertagnolli to Transition Off Leap's Board of Directors
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leap Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:LPTX), a biotechnology company focused on developing targeted and immuno-oncology therapeutics today announced that its Board member, Monica Bertagnolli, MD, has been appointed as the 16th Director of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) by the Biden administration. Dr. Bertagnolli becomes the first woman director of the institute since its inception in 1937. Effective with her appointment, Dr. Bertagnolli will transition off Leap's Board of Directors.
"On behalf of Leap Therapeutics, we are extremely proud of Monica and congratulate her for being selected for this prestigious position at the NCI," said Douglas E. Onsi, President and Chief Executive Officer of Leap. "Monica is a renowned surgeon and leader in cancer research, and we are extremely grateful for her counsel in guiding our organization to where we are today. We thank her for all of her contributions to Leap and look forward to her leadership of the Cancer Moonshot and the development of new therapies for cancer patients."
Dr. Bertagnolli is currently a professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School, and an associate surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She also serves as the current President of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). Dr. Bertagnolli is the group chair of Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology, and President of the Alliance for Clinical Trial in Oncology Foundation and CEO of Alliance Foundation Trials, LLC. She has previously served as Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology at Dana Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center (2008-2018) and was an attending surgeon at New York Presbyterian Hospital – Weill Cornell from 1994-1999. Dr. Bertagnolli has served on numerous committees and boards including the Board of Directors for ASCO and the National Academy of Medicine's National Cancer Policy Forum.
About Leap Therapeutics
Leap Therapeutics (Nasdaq: LPTX) is focused on developing targeted and immuno-oncology therapeutics. Leap's most advanced clinical candidate, DKN-01, is a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting the Dickkopf-1 (DKK1) protein. DKN-01 is being developed in patients with esophagogastric, gynecologic, and colorectal cancers. Leap has entered into a strategic collaboration with BeiGene, Ltd. for the rights to develop DKN-01 in Asia (excluding Japan), Australia, and New Zealand. For more information about Leap Therapeutics, visit http://www.leaptx.com or view our public filings with the SEC that are available via EDGAR at http://www.sec.gov or via https://investors.leaptx.com/.
CONTACT:
Douglas E. Onsi
President & Chief Executive Officer
Leap Therapeutics, Inc.
617-714-0360
donsi@leaptx.com
Matthew DeYoung
Investor Relations
Argot Partners
212-600-1902
leap@argotpartners.com
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VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Golden Arrow Resources Corporation (TSXV: GRG) (FSE: G6A) (OTCQB: GARWF), ("Golden Arrow" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has retained PI Financial Corp. ("PI") to provide market making services in accordance with TSX Venture Exchange policies.
PI will trade the securities of the Company on the TSX-V for the purposes of maintaining an orderly market. In consideration of the services provided by PI, the Company will pay PI a monthly cash fee of $4,000 for minimum term of three months and renewable thereafter. The Company and PI are unrelated and unaffiliated entities. PI will not receive shares or options as compensation and does not hold any shares in the Company for long term investment purposes for the benefit of PI Financial. The capital used for market making will be provided by PI.
Golden Arrow Resources Corporation is a mining exploration company with a successful track record of creating value by making precious and base metal discoveries and advancing them into exceptional deposits. The Company is well leveraged to the price of gold, having monetized its Chinchillas silver discovery into a significant holding in precious metals producer SSR Mining Inc.
Golden Arrow is actively exploring the advanced San Pietro Cu-Au-Co project in Chile, and a portfolio that includes more than 180,000 hectares of prospective properties in Argentina.
The Company is a member of the Grosso Group, a resource management group that has pioneered exploration in Argentina since 1993.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
"Joseph Grosso"
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Mr. Joseph Grosso,
Executive Chairman, President and CEO
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The Nebraska Supreme Court on Friday dismissed an appeal by a handful of Creighton University students who sought to be exempt from the private Catholic school’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate last year, arguing that getting the shots would violate their religious beliefs against abortion.
The state’s high court said it didn’t have jurisdiction, citing its 150-year stance that people can’t appeal orders denying or granting temporary injunctions. In this case, a judge last year declined to issue a temporary injunction that would have blocked Creighton University’s requirement that all students get the COVID-19 vaccination.
“Because the court’s denial of a temporary injunction was not a final order, we lack jurisdiction of the appeal and must dismiss it,” Justice William Cassel wrote for the court.
The 10 students who sought the injunction said they had religious objections to the vaccines because they “were developed and/or tested using abortion derived fetal cell lines.”
Laboratory-grown cell lines descended from fetuses that were aborted decades ago were used in some early-stage testing of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines and to grow viruses used to manufacture the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. The vaccines do not contain fetal cells.
The Vatican declared in 2020 that it is “morally acceptable” for Roman Catholics to receive COVID-19 vaccines based on research that used cells derived from aborted fetuses when “ethically irreproachable” vaccines aren’t available.
Douglas County District Judge Marlon Polk said in his September 2021 ruling that he wouldn’t order the mandate be temporarily blocked because he didn’t think the students would ultimately prevail in court. That’s because the students had signed a form promising to get vaccinated once regulators fully approved one, the judge noted. The students appealed.
An attorney for the students, Robert Sullivan, said Friday that while he wished the state’s high court had decided the appeal on its merits, the fact that it was decided on a technicality allows the students to continue their legal fight.
“The vast majority of the students want to move ahead with the case and see what we can get done,” Sullivan said. Most of the students went on to enroll at other schools, he said, while one had enough college credits to graduate over summer.
An attorney for the university did not immediately return a phone messages left Friday by The Associated Press seeking comment.
The private university in Omaha is affiliated with the Jesuit order of the Catholic Church, which teaches that abortion is a grave sin.
The university issued its mandate for students in August 2021, after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted full approval to the vaccine made by Pfizer. At the time, Creighton allowed only medical, not religious, exemptions to its vaccine requirements. However, the school added a religious exemption ahead of the 2022-23 academic year, Creighton spokesman Sam Achelpohl said.
Students refusing a vaccine on religious grounds must fill out a form and get approval from the university, according to the school’s website.
Achelpohl declined to comment on Friday’s ruling or the ongoing lawsuit. | https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/creighton-students-covid-vaccine-mandate-appeal-dismissed/ | 2022-08-12T18:33:56Z |
MADRID (AP) — Spain’s leading scientific research body was targeted by a cyberattack that national authorities suspect had its origin in Russia, the country’s science ministry said Tuesday.
Spain’s science ministry said the Spanish National Research Council was targeted by the ransomware attack on July 16-17.
A preliminary analysis by Spain’s cybersecurity authorities said that it appears that no sensitive or confidential information was extracted.
In a statement, the ministry said that the cyberattack was similar to others carried out against NASA in the United States and the Max Planck Institute in Germany.
Even though it appears the attack failed, the security protocols activated to ensure that it was unsuccessful have left several of the council’s research centers off-line. | https://cw33.com/technology/ap-technology/spanish-research-center-suffers-cyberattack-linked-to-russia/ | 2022-08-03T14:47:04Z |
The more, the merrier for the 500 couples who got symbolically married at Lincoln Center last weekend.
After more than two years of weddings were canceled, rescheduled, or downsized due to the pandemic, the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts' "Celebrate Love: A (Re)Wedding" event provided an opportunity for hundreds of couples to affirm their love for each other.
The symbolic -- and not legally binding -- ceremony was hosted by "Orange is the New Black" actress Lea DeLaria on July 10 in New York City.
"During so much upheaval, we really wanted to offer a summer season rooted in what New York City needs now. The (Re)Wedding was a centerpiece of our Summer for the City season, creating a space for couples to recommit their love to one another," said Shanta Thake, Chief Artistic Officer at Lincoln Center, in a statement emailed to CNN.
"Together we moved through an incredible outdoor multicultural ceremony that celebrated the richness of many traditions with amazing musical performances, and ending with a ribbon-tying unity ritual -- from grandparents renewing vows with their grandchildren present to couples who were only recently married but not able to celebrate and be in community, until now."
For Clarisa Alayeto and her partner, the event provided a unique opportunity to get married among hundreds of other couples.
Alayeto and her wife, Mariely Del Zelle, who both work in the education sector, got engaged during the New York City Marathon in November 2019.
But just a few months later, the COVID-19 pandemic began. "We waited and waited," she told CNN. When Del Zelle heard about the Re(Wedding) event, they saw it as the "perfect opportunity" and applied for a license to get married at city hall before attending the Lincoln Center ceremony.
"It was really nice because you felt like you were having the ceremony in community," said Alayeto. "But you also felt as though the ceremony was just you and your partner. That's how we felt."
Alayeto described the event as "diverse and accepting and inclusive," remarking on the diverse selection of faith leaders who presided over the ceremony.
"It felt as though we had a NYC wedding and didn't have to pay for anything, which was pretty amazing," said Alayeto.
Linette Palladino, a stand-up comedian and major in the US Army, also saw the ceremony as a reflection of the diversity of New York City.
"It definitely was a good representation of New York," Palladino told CNN. "I loved the diversity. It was really sweet."
Palladino and her husband, David C. Lee, were married on New Year's Eve of 2021. So they used the "Re(Wedding)" ceremony as an opportunity to renew their vows and include their daughter, 4-year-old Mary.
"We especially loved when they had the ribbon spanning across the aisle, you felt really interconnected with the people around you," she said. Attendees could partake in henna tattoos, ice cream, and formal photos throughout the evening, she added. And the ceremony was followed by performances from the Bollywood Biggish Band and DJ Belinda Becker underneath a 10-foot disco ball.
"I hope they do it every couple of years," said Palladino. "It was such a unique experience."
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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — What’s up, Doc? Whether it’s Bugs Bunny, Roger Rabbit or Peter Cottontail, you typically think of bunnies as cute. But for residents of one South Dakota neighborhood, cute’s not the word that comes to mind.
Neighbors in Sioux Falls have seen the poor rabbit: its head and face covered in growths that resembled tentacles. Resident Dennis Schorr walks his dog in the neighborhood and saw the animal on Thursday morning.
“I’ve never seen nothing like that before, I walk my dogs every day and I see lots of rabbits — but today was very unusual,” said Schorr.
It turns out the growths are caused by a form of the papillomavirus found only in cottontail rabbits.
Game Fish and Parks Biologist Josh Delger says the condition in rabbits is more common than you might think, though it rarely progresses to this stage. Delger says the most common way the infection is spread is through ticks and mosquitoes.
Cottontail rabbit papillomavirus (CRPV) is very similar to the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus (HPV), according to research published by the scientific journal Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B. Researchers studied CRPV in rabbits to learn how papillomavirus operates inside of its hosts. Scientists write that CRPV causes “large warty structures” on soft skin areas. These growths are similar to genital warts seen in humans.
Delger says cases this severe are seen every few years. He assures concerned dog owners that it’s unlikely the disease would spread from a rabbit to a dog. The disease can, however, be passed from wild rabbit to pet rabbit.
The average life span of a cottontail is three years. The neighborhood rabbit will likely die of natural causes unless the growth interferes with its feeding or makes it more vulnerable to predators. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/very-unusual-rabbit-with-tentacle-like-growths-found-in-south-dakota/ | 2022-07-08T02:20:43Z |
NEW YORK, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGA).
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This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased PEGA common stock between May 29, 2020 and May 9, 2022, inclusive.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until July 18, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Pegasystems Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) PEGA had engaged in corporate espionage and misappropriation of trade secrets to better compete against Appian, a principal competitor; (2) defendants' product development and associated success was, in significant part, not the result of its own research and product testing but rather the result of such corporate espionage and trade secret theft; (3) defendants had engaged in a scheme to steal Appian trade secrets, which was not only known to, but carried out through, the personal involvement of the Company's CEO; (4) the Company's CEO and other officers and employees did not comply with the Company's written Code of Conduct, including its express prohibition on "stealing" confidential information from a competitor and "misrepresenting your identity in hopes of obtaining confidential information"; (5) the Company was "unable to reasonably estimate damages" in the lawsuit filed by Appian as a result of the foregoing misconduct (the "Appian Litigation"); and (6) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about PEGA's business, operations, prospects, legal compliance, and potential damages exposure in the Appian Litigation were materially false and/or misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis when made.
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Gas prices, recession fears, and interest rates spark caution about job changes
MENLO PARK, Calif., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quicken Inc., maker of America's best-selling personal finance software, today shared findings from a survey indicating that current economic conditions are causing Americans to rethink making changes to their job situation, including delaying their retirement plans.
Survey responses show that almost half (48%) of those who planned to retire in 2022 are reconsidering or have put that plan on hold. Another 25% of 58-74 year olds who were not planning on retiring in 2022 are now considering delaying retirement even further out.
Among those who are considering delaying retirement or unretiring, the changing economic climate is top of mind: 65% cited inflation pushing up costs; 45% pointed to the decline in the stock market, and 30% cited increased interest rates, all leading to the need to work longer; additionally, 12% said their partner's job or compensation had been negatively impacted, and they had to help fill the gap.
"Through the end of 2021, we were in an unusual environment with plenty of jobs, a buoyant stock market, and tame inflation. In 2022, it's a different story," said Eric Dunn, Quicken CEO. "Given our current economic conditions, it's more important than ever to have a financial plan and manage your spending wisely."
Half of those who had planned to switch jobs this year are reconsidering or have put those plans on hold, as well. When asked what has given employees hesitation about changing jobs in the last six months, 40% said gas prices, 30% said the potential for recession, 12% cited rising interest rates for homeownership, and 9% said rising interest rates for student loans.
Whether they decide to switch jobs or not, people often experience some level of angst about that choice. Those who have changed jobs recently claimed a higher level of happiness versus those who did not (40% vs 25%), but almost a third (30%) on both sides still felt "frustration" with their job situation. And those who switched also felt a higher sense of regret (15% vs 7%) and guilt (12% vs 6%) versus those who did not.
There is a bright spot, however, for employees who've been unhappy at work but haven't made a change due to the high value of their stock options. A quarter of employees with equity or stock options say the decline in the stock market has actually made it easier for them to consider a job change, with some already having made a switch.
You can read additional findings from the survey on Quicken's blog.
To help track and manage your financial health, visit https://www.quicken.com/products.
Quicken is the best-selling personal finance software in the U.S. For over 35 years, more than 20 million customers have relied on Quicken to help them take control of their finances. Quicken's award-winning suite of personal finance software and apps — including Quicken Starter Edition, Quicken Deluxe, Quicken Premier, Quicken Home & Business, and Simplifi by Quicken — cater to different financial needs and device preferences. Simplifi by Quicken, named the "best budgeting app" by The New York Times Wirecutter, was added to the Quicken product suite in 2020. Simplifi, a web and mobile app, is designed to help a new generation of digital natives easily stay on top of their finances.
Learn more about Quicken here and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Reddit. Click here to learn more about Simplifi by Quicken, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Simplifi is available for download on Google Play and the Apple App Store.
Methodology: This SurveyMonkey online poll was conducted in June 2022. The survey consisted of a sample of 1,000 U.S. adults, ages 18 to 74, from the Cint consumer network.
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NEW YORK and AUSTIN, Texas, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 20th annual Pay it Forward 9/11 campaign is underway, inviting groups, businesses, schools and individuals to share their commitment to remember one of America's darkest days in a brighter light. Each year, on the anniversary of 9/11, people are encouraged to perform three random acts of kindness for strangers from September 1-11, 2022 for #11DaysOfKindness, and register them at PayItForward911.org.
Created in Austin in 2002 to honor compassionate Canadians in Newfoundland and Labrador, Pay It Forward 9/11 was started by an airline passenger stranded there to honor those killed in the 9/11 attacks. The "11 Days of Kindness" campaign encourages acts of compassion, much like the stranded airline passengers from 90 countries who received food, clothing and shelter, for five days.
The 20th anniversary of Pay it Forward 9/11 is generously supported by the producers and writers of Come From Away musical, and sponsors Dell Technologies, Tito's Handmade Vodka, Gallin & Son, and University Federal Credit Union (UFCU).
"Let's recall how America was united after the 9/11 attacks," said founder Kevin Tuerff. "Join together with your neighborhood, coworkers, house of worship, or school to plan and register your kindness commitment online and remember lives lost. Bring back unity through kindness."
- Contact a hospital's PR or HR department, offering to deliver food to healthcare heroes.
- Donate blood.
- Write thank-you notes to first responders, military, or essential workers.
- Support artists by donating to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS or the Entertainment Community Fund.
- When you visit Starbucks, purchase a beverage for the person behind you in line.
- Encourage a special prayer for those killed on 9/11 and for the first responders and recovery workers who developed cancer related to their service at Ground Zero.
- Inspire a ripple effect by sharing your good deeds at payitforward911.org, and post on social media using #PayitForward911 #NeverForget.
Learn more at http://payitforward911.org, the book Channel of Peace: Stranded in Gander on 9/11, or Facebook. Pay it Forward 9/11, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization registered in New York.
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Which Victorinox luggage is best?
Initially gaining fame thanks to its line of high-quality Swiss Army knives, the Victorinox brand has expanded to become one of the most well-respected names in the world of luggage. Victorinox luggage has combined elegance, security and functionality from small to large capacity bags to create numerous sought-after luggage collections. With various sizes, styles and built-in features, Victorinox is a worthwhile luggage choice for anyone who values a high-end design and high-quality construction. If you are in the market for a protective suitcase with an elegant design, the top choice is the Victorinox Swiss Army VX Avenue Medium Hardside Spinner Suitcase.
What to know before you buy Victorinox luggage
Size
The first thing to consider while shopping for your new Victorinox luggage is how big of a bag you need. Large suitcase options can fit a whole lot more, but they may require a long check-in process or added travel fees. Many smaller bag options fit airline carry-on size requirements, meaning fewer travel fees and less time spent at baggage claim. However, smaller bags do fit a lot less, so they may not be the best choice for long-term travel.
Construction
When it comes to construction, Victorinox luggage withstands even the most brutal aspects of travel. Most hard-side luggage options use polycarbonate. This durable plastic material is the best choice for protection, but it offers little give if you are trying to stuff your suitcase. For consumers who prefer more give, many soft-side luggage options feature expandable capabilities. Constructed using water and tear resistant fabric, soft-side luggage options are sure to last but may not be the best option when it comes to protecting your belongings.
Ease of transport
Most carry-on and large-sized Victorinox luggage options feature 360-degree spinner wheels and extendable handles. These durable features make it easy to quickly transport your luggage through the airport and onto the aircraft. Some smaller Victorinox options, such as weekender bags or duffles, have molded handles for comfortable carrying.
What to look for in quality Victorinox luggage
Modern features
Some Victorinox luggage options feature built-in USB charging ports. While these options are more expensive, they provide on-the-go charging for your electronics, making it easy to keep you in contact with your loved ones during hectic travel.
TSA-approved locks
When it comes to traveling, having added security for your most essential items is always a plus. Thankfully, many Victorinox bags feature built-in TSA-approved locks making it easy to lock up your valuables without interfering with TSA guidelines.
Internal and external pockets
If you prefer to stay organized while you travel, opt for a luggage option that features a variety of internal and external pockets. These pockets make it easy to keep everything separate and in place, allowing easy access to all your essentials.
How much you can expect to spend on Victorinox luggage
Depending on the size and features, you can expect to spend anywhere from $150-$900 on Victorinox luggage.
Victorinox luggage FAQ
How do I know if my Victorinox luggage counts as a carry-on?
A. While most Victorinox carry-on-sized luggage meets the TSA-approved carry-on standard, many different airlines have different carry-on size requirements. To ensure the best travel experience, always double-check your bag with the airline-specific carry-on standards before traveling.
How do I unlock my Victorinox luggage?
A. If you have never set the luggage lock, the default lock combination should be “0-0-0”. Once you’ve entered the code, pull the lock shackle up the unlock. To re-lock, rotate the lock shackle 180 degrees and push down on the lock shackle.
What’s the best Victorinox luggage to buy?
Top Victorinox luggage
Victorinox Swiss Army VX Avenue Medium Hardside Spinner Suitcase
What you need to know: This durable suitcase is perfect for long-term domestic or international travel.
What you’ll love: The polycarbonate construction ensures full protection for all your travel essentials. With large capacity and 360-degree spinner wheels, this suitcase can fit a lot without being hard to carry. The added expandable cube and padded pocket make it easy to transport hygiene items and expensive electronics. Many consumers also love the built-in multi-tool, ID tag and recessed TSA lock. The scratch-resistant finish ensures a pristine look even after years of use.
What you should consider: The dimensions of this bag do not meet the carry-on guidelines of most airlines.
Where to buy: Sold by Macy’s
Top Victorinox carry-on luggage
Victorinox Swiss Army Nova 2.0 Soft Side Frequent Flyer Carry-on
What you need to know: Designed to combine modern features and high-quality construction, this bag is the ideal carry-on for any traveler.
What you’ll love: Constructed using water-resistant fabric and high-grade aluminum, this bag is built to last. With a large capacity and zippered interior pockets, there is plenty of space to pack all your travel essentials. The large, 360-degree spinner wheels and aircraft aluminum handle make transport a breeze. The built-in USB charging port, ID tray and TSA-approved combo lock offer on-the-go security and convenience.
What you should consider: This bag does not have a hard exterior, so it may not be ideal for consumers who prefer the optimal travel protection.
Where to buy: Sold by Macy’s
Top Victorinox luggage for the money
Victorinox Swiss Army VX Avenue Soft Side Weekender Duffel
What you need to know: This multipurpose bag is perfect for short-term travel.
What you’ll love: The water and tear-resistant fabric provide complete protection for your belongings. With multiple interior and exterior zippered pockets, this bag offers plenty of variety when it comes to packing. The lockable zippers ensure extra security for expensive electronics and personal items. The molded handle makes it easy to carry.
What you should consider: This bag is for short-term travel, so it is not as spacious as other options.
Where to buy: Sold by Macy’s
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- Season-long releases of Friendly™ fall armyworm were completed on commercial farms in two of Brazil's most important corn growing states, São Paulo and Mato Grosso.
- These pilots, on thousands of acres of commercial biotech corn, provided further validation of the Friendly™ fall armyworm's performance as a sustainable crop protection solution.
- Releases of Friendly™ fall armyworm can lead to targeted reduction of a major global pest of corn, and can also protect the durability of biotech crops against the threat of fall armyworm resistance.
CAMPINAS, Brazil and OXFORD, England, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oxitec Ltd, a leading developer of biological pest control solutions, announces the successful completion of the second large-scale pilot season of the Friendly™ fall armyworm. Following full commercial biosafety approval from Brazilian regulators in 2021, these two pilot seasons have enabled large-scale testing and validation of product operations and performance in commercial farm settings in two of Brazil's major corn-growing regions.
In this most recent pilot season, deployments of the Friendly™ fall armyworm were conducted in commercial corn fields in São Paulo state, in partnership with Lagoa Bonita Sementes, and in Brazil's most important corn-growing state, Mato Grosso, in partnership with Fundação MT.
These operational pilot deployments move the Friendly™ fall armyworm solution closer towards commercialization in Brazil. Male Friendly™ fall armyworms were released across this recent corn-growing season over thousands of acres in commercial corn fields, enabling the product team to validate the effectiveness of the technology, validate per-product treatment areas and dosing, solidify distribution and shipping routes, and ramp up manufacturing.
The fall armyworm is a corn-destroying caterpillar that rapidly develops resistance to biotech corn varieties designed to control caterpillars. New biological solutions are urgently needed for more sustainable crop protection. In recent years, fall armyworm has spread beyond the Americas, and now imposes an economic burden of billions of dollars across Africa, Asia and Oceania. As described in a recent mathematical modelling study, releases of Oxitec's male Friendly™ fall armyworm can provide a highly effective pest suppression tool, and can also delay the spread of resistance to biotech corn to prolong the effectiveness of these important crop protection tools for the long term.
For Grey Frandsen, Oxitec's CEO, "This second season of farm-scale pilots is a major step towards delivering a transformative pest management tool to Brazilian farmers, with the potential to put sustainability at the heart of corn production in this world-leading agricultural economy. Farmers are excited about our technology and about the benefits we offer to growers' livelihoods and the environment, especially in the face of climate change, growing challenges for biotech crops, and the absence of other effective tools. We're working at pace to get this product ready for scale-up, and this set of successful pilots at a commercial scale is a major step forward."
Natalia Ferreira, Oxitec do Brasil's Country Director, says "These large-scale pilots in two of Brazil's centres of corn production have enabled us to validate our solution in real farm settings, under different climatic conditions and with farmers' growing practices. It has been immensely satisfying to conduct these farm pilots with expert partners such as Lagoa Bonita Sementes and Fundação MT, who – like Oxitec – are committed to delivering positive impact to Brazilian farmers and consumers using a shared commitment to integrity and collaboration. We look forward to expanding these partnerships as we scale towards commercial implementation of this biological solution that is so sorely needed."
Ricardo Batista, an agronomist in innovative projects at Lagoa Bonita Sementes, explains, "We support research in innovative agriculture. In Oxitec's case, the Friendly™ fall armyworm is an exciting new biological technology with the potential to deliver transformative value to Brazilian agriculture."
Bruno Conti, Fundação MT's Head of R&D, said that "We are pleased to report another successful pilot season of the Friendly™ fall armyworm through the partnership between Oxitec and Fundação Mato Grosso. As an organization with a mission to provide technical, impartial and reliable information to inform growers' decision-making, we're glad to be at Oxitec's side achieving another milestone on the path to delivering large-scale impact for growers in our region."
Read more about the predicted benefits of the Friendly™ fall armyworm in this recent publication: Link
About Oxitec
Oxitec is the leading developer of biological solutions to control pests that transmit disease, destroy crops and harm livestock. Founded in 2002 at the University of Oxford, Oxitec is led by a passionate team comprised of 15 nationalities and is supported by world-class public, private and non-profit partners.
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This exciting new deck of hand-painted cards will be coveted by collectors everywhere.
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Brittney Palmer, contemporary artist, model, and UFC Octagon Girl, today announced her collaboration with The Topps Company, Inc., a next-gen physical and digital trading card company.
Palmer, known for her dynamic abstract paintings and vibrant portraits, will be creating 20 limited edition Topps trading cards in collaboration with Star Wars™. Each trading card will be hand-painted by Palmer and offered for a limited time. Two cards from the collection will be released each month, purchasable for only the following seven days. Currently, 12 of the cards have been released. Once the entire collection is released, the full deck will be available for purchase.
"I am thrilled to work alongside my dream brands, like Topps and Star Wars™, to bring to life this exclusive collection of trading cards," says Brittney Palmer, a mainstream influencer and artist. "It is such a rewarding feeling to apply my passion for art to such an admired franchise," Palmer adds.
Having collaborated on artistic projects in the past, Palmer reserves partnerships of this nature for companies she believes in. Zach Beehler, Topps Digital Marketing Manager, states, "The combined vision of Brittney and Topps will truly enhance the collector experience."
An accomplished artist, model, host, and UFC's Octagon Girl, Brittney Palmer is a modern-day Renaissance Woman. A veteran of the entertainment industry for over a decade, Brittney is driven by her passion for immersing herself in art, whether it's the art of painting, music, dancing, or MMA. For more information, visit brittneypalmer.com. To purchase the available trading cards, visit brittneypalmer.com/collections/baseball-cards.
Founded in 1938, The Topps Company, Inc. is part of Fanatics Collectibles, a next-gen physical and digital trading cards and collectibles company that was launched in 2021 and is a subsidiary of Fanatics Holdings, Inc. Through Fanatics Collectibles, Topps entertains and delights consumers with a diversified, engaging, multi-platform product portfolio that includes physical and digital collectibles, trading cards, trading card games, sticker and album collections, memorabilia and curated experiential events. Properties include Major League Baseball, Major League Soccer, UEFA Champions League, Bundesliga, National Hockey League, Formula 1, Star Wars, Garbage Pail Kids®, and more. Topps Digital Sports & Entertainment has connected with people around the world who have downloaded our apps including Topps® BUNT®, TOPPS® KICK®, Star Wars™: Card Trader by Topps®, Topps® NHL SKATE™, Marvel Collect! by Topps® and Disney Collect! by Topps®. For additional information visit fanaticsinc.com, topps.com, play.toppsapps.com.
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DUBLIN, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alkermes plc (Nasdaq: ALKS) will host a conference call and webcast presentation at 8:00 a.m. ET (1:00 p.m. BST) on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 to discuss the company's second quarter financial results. Management will also provide an update on the company.
The webcast player and accompanying slides may be accessed on the Investors section of Alkermes' website at www.alkermes.com. The conference call may be accessed by dialing +1 877 407 2988 for U.S. callers and +1 201 389 0923 for international callers. A replay of the webcast will be available approximately two hours after the completion of the event and may be accessed by visiting Alkermes' website.
About Alkermes plc
Alkermes plc is a fully-integrated, global biopharmaceutical company developing innovative medicines in the fields of neuroscience and oncology. The company has a portfolio of proprietary commercial products focused on alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder, and a pipeline of product candidates in development for neurodegenerative disorders and cancer. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Alkermes has an R&D center in Waltham, Massachusetts; a research and manufacturing facility in Athlone, Ireland; and a manufacturing facility in Wilmington, Ohio. For more information, please visit Alkermes' website at www.alkermes.com.
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Which grout cleaner is best?
There are quite a few people who actually enjoy cleaning their living space but very few, if any at all, actually enjoy cleaning the bathroom. Besides the litany of obvious reasons, one of the more frustrating tasks in bathroom cleaning, or any tile-based cleaning, is cleaning out the grout.
One of the best grout cleaners is the Clean-EEZ Grout-EEZ Super Heavy-Duty Tile & Grout Cleaner. This professionally graded grout cleaner is packaged with a grout cleaning brush to make sure you’re capable of cleaning properly, and a full bottle can clean up to 250 square feet worth of tiling.
What to know before you buy a grout cleaner
What is grout anyway?
Grout is a paste or mortar that has been placed between tiles to both hold the tiles in place and fill in the gaps between them. It has a textured and porous finish that unfortunately allows molds, mildews and other grime to flourish. Different locations that use tiles like kitchens or bathrooms have their own typical sources of grime, with no location being free of grout’s dirtying influence.
Proper use of grout cleaner
There are multiple formulae of grout cleaner available and they all utilize different applications and cleaning instructions, so make doubly sure you’re checking the specifics of the grout cleaner you choose.
The general instructions typical of most grout cleaners are to clean the tiles, apply the formula and allow it to sit for a period of time before wiping away the cleaner and rinsing and drying the tiles.
What to look for in a quality grout cleaner
Container
Grout cleaner can come in a multitude of forms, but the most common are pour, spray and squeeze bottles.
Pour: Unlike how they sound, pour bottles are NOT made to have their contents dumped onto tile flooring but instead are meant to be used to refill smaller spray and squeeze bottles. You can dump the contents onto your flooring, but it’s far too difficult to control the proper application of the formula.
Spray: Spray bottles are one of the simplest options, allowing you to use variable spray intensities to apply exactly the amount of cleaner you need directly into the grout.
Squeeze: Squeeze bottles use a nozzle as well, but thanks to their more unrefined application, it can be difficult to finely control the application of the cleaner.
Time
As mentioned earlier, different grout cleaners require different amounts of time for the formula to sink into the dirty grout for a proper cleaning. These times can be as short as 10 minutes and as long as 24 hours, and you’ll need to stay away from the surface you’ve applied the cleaner to during the entirety of the soaking phase. Essentially, try to purchase the fastest-acting formula you can find.
Safety
Grout cleaner is a chemical, which means it can be tremendously hazardous to your health if used improperly. That said, you can find special formulas that greatly decrease the chance of negative health effects, such as those that are acid-free, non-toxic and fume-free.
How much you can expect to spend on grout cleaner
Grout cleaner pricing is determined both by the formula it uses and the amount of cleaner it comes with. Most basic, non-toxic and enzyme-based grout cleaners can cost as little as $5-$15, while the tinted cleaners can reach around $15-$20. The strongest oxygen bleach-based grout cleaners can cost as much as $20-$45.
Grout cleaner FAQ
How often is it necessary to clean my grout?
A. It depends on how well the grout is maintained and the conditions of usage that the grout is being exposed to. Typically, a good sign that it’s time to clean your grout again is if it starts to look dingy or dark, which will usually occur around twice a year.
Can grout cleaner be used on tiled walls?
A. Absolutely, though they do require a slightly different cleaning strategy. As most grout cleaner is liquid-based, trying to apply the cleaner to a wall will let all the cleaner run away from what needs to be cleaned, unlike floor-based grout, which can be allowed to soak. Thus, you’ll need to apply the grout cleaner directly to your brush or cloth and then start scrubbing away.
Can grout cleaner remove grout sealant?
A. Some grout cleaners can absolutely strip away any grout sealant that was applied. If you have sealant applied, use a gentle and acid-free/neutral pH formula grout cleaner instead.
What are the best grout cleaners to buy?
Top grout cleaner
Clean-EEZ Grout-EEZ Super Heavy-Duty Tile & Grout Cleaner
What you need to know: This professional-grade grout cleaner includes a grout brush for maximum value.
What you’ll love: One full bottle of this grout cleaner can clean up to 250 square feet of grout.
What you should consider: You really need to apply some elbow grease to effectively utilize this cleaner/brush combo.
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Top grout cleaner for the money
Grout Pen White Grout Restorer
What you need to know: This is a low-cost and quick alternative to scrubbing away with chemicals and a brush.
What you’ll love: It’s available in both 5 and 15 millimeter sizes and is dry in 5 minutes.
What you should consider: Careful usage is necessary to preserve the tip of the pen; hard application can ruin the pen.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Black Diamond Stoneworks Ultimate Grout Cleaner
What you need to know: If you’ve already got the equipment and just need some more of the cleaner chemical, then this gallon jug is perfect for you.
What you’ll love: The cleaner covers most of the common grime like oils, greases and dirt.
What you should consider: Some of the stains this formula doesn’t cover are calcium stains, water spots and mold or mildew stains.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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BEIJING, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ucommune International Ltd. (NASDAQ: UK) ("Ucommune" or the "Company"), a leading agile office space manager and provider in China, today announced the filing of its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 10, 2022. The annual report on Form 20-F can be accessed on the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov and on the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.ucommune.com/.
The Company will provide a copy of its annual report containing the audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders upon request. Requests should be directed to Investor Relations, Ucommune International Ltd., Floor 8, Tower D, No.2 Guang Hua Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, People's Republic of China.
About Ucommune International Ltd.
Ucommune is China's leading agile office space manager and provider. Founded in 2015, Ucommune has created a large-scale intelligent agile office ecosystem covering economically vibrant regions throughout China to empower its members with flexible and cost-efficient office space solutions. Ucommune's various offline agile office space services include self-operated models, such as U Space, U Studio, and U Design, as well as asset-light models, such as U Brand and U Partner. By utilizing its expertise in the real estate and retail industries, Ucommune operates its agile office spaces with high efficiency and engages in the urban transformation of older and under-utilized buildings to redefine commercial real estate in China.
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Alliance unveils skatepark renovations, tribute to late skateboarder
ALLIANCE – The city's newly renovated skatepark reopened with a new name that honors a late skateboard enthusiast.
Alliance renamed its skatepark the Sean Scott Memorial Rotary Skate Park and unveiled the first phase of renovations on Friday during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
"This was a lot of work done by a lot of people," Mayor Alan Andreani said.
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The skatepark was installed at Memorial Park across from McDonald’s on East State Street roughly 15 years ago. The wooden structure has seen heavy use from both bikers and skateboarders over time, resulting in damage to the equipment.
Parks Board President Harry Paidas said after years of constant repairs, the group faced a difficult decision on the skatepark's future. Some wondered if the skate park was used frequently enough to be worth investing in steel equipment. Paidas said he was "skeptical" about the idea until he visited Memorial Park on a Saturday and saw many skateboarders using it.
"I came back from that trip and said ... 'We've got to do something to save the park," he said.
Alliance received a grant from the state Department of Natural Resources in 2021 to help pay for the renovations. The Parks Board approached Morgan Engineering President Mark Fedor to see if the company would be able to manufacture some of the new equipment.
The board learned that Scott, a former Morgan engineer, had been an avid skateboarder. Scott and his wife, Melissa, played a key role in installing Alliance's skate park in 2007. The couple was visiting a skatepark in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and found out it was shutting down. They approached the park's management about obtaining the used equipment for Alliance.
"They were willing to sell it to us for a nominal amount if we trucked it," Andreani said. "We got trucking firms involved, we got all sorts of people. Everybody came together and brought this together, from the civic organizations to various members of the community."
Scott died in 2021 at age 48. Fedor said many of Scott's co-workers wanted to find a way to honor his memory. Morgan Engineering donated $50,000 toward the skatepark redevelopment.
The park's new name honors Scott and also recognizes the Alliance Rotary Club for its efforts in creating the original park and helping with expenses.
Melissa Scott said her late husband would be "elated" to know that the park had undergone these renovations.
"He wouldn't want the fuss of having it named after him, but I know deep down he's smiling about it because all he wanted was for the kids of today to have what he didn't have," she said.
Andreani said many people in Mahoning and Columbiana counties use the skatepark. The goal is for it to continue to expand and become a "regional center."
Several new pieces of equipment have been installed and more will continue to come. Paidas said later expansions could include a pump track.
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Which pink bed sheets are best?
Pink bed sheets are a bright, fun way of adding a little personality to your bedroom. There are several shades to choose from and various materials that affect the looks just as much as the feel of the sheets. Sheet sets don’t include everything — you’ll still need to decide on a comforter or duvet.
The best pink sheets are California Design Den Combed Cotton Sateen Weave Sheet Set. It comes in all bed sizes and uses soft and breathable 400 thread count cotton.
What to know before you buy pink bed sheets
Size
Pink bed sheets fall into the same standard sizes as all bedding: twin, full, queen and king. As long as you know what size your mattress is, purchasing a like sheet set should fit perfectly. However, there are two exceptions to be aware of. The first is if you have a size variant such as California king, which is narrower and longer than a standard king, which means the standard size won’t fit. The other exception is when buying sheets known to shrink in the wash. Generally, it’s best to avoid such sheets, but if your heart is set on them, consider purchasing a size up — it may not fit exactly, but it’s better to be a little too big than not to fit at all.
Mattress depth
Another dimension to consider when sheet shopping is the depth of your mattress. Any size mattress can have a variety of depths, and bedsheets are sized to accommodate this. Standard depth is 7-9 inches, deep mattresses are 9-15 inches and extra-deep mattresses are 16-22 inches. Deeper than necessary sheets can always be tucked under, so err on the side of caution.
What to look for in quality pink bed sheets
Material
Pink bed sheets are made of a variety of materials, most commonly cotton, linen and microfiber.
- Cotton is the most common material thanks to its softness, breathability, moisture-wicking properties and relative affordability. There are dozens of cotton options, including Egyptian and jersey.
- Linen is expensive but one of the most durable options. It has the unique property of becoming softer over time without becoming weaker. If properly maintained, it can last for decades.
- Microfiber is made from one of a variety of ultra-short length synthetic fibers, most commonly polyester. It’s among the more affordable and hypoallergenic materials, but it doesn’t breathe, so it can get toasty.
Thread count
Everyone thinks that higher thread counts immediately equal softer sheets, and this is true, to an extent. The sweet spot is a count of around 500 — anything more than this and your sheets start to feel stiff.
Smart tag
Smart tags are one of those ideas that make you stand back and say, “why didn’t they think of this sooner?” It’s a label on each side of the fitted sheet that says “short” or “long” so you never have to restart your bed-making process.
How much you can expect to spend on pink bed sheets
Pink bed sheets can be found anywhere from $20 to thousands of dollars. Most sheets cost $100 or less with sheets entering expensive territory around $150-$200.
Pink bed sheets FAQ
Should I buy pink sheets in a set or individually?
A. In most situations, it’s best to buy sheets in a set. If you’re just getting started, it’s cheaper to buy them together. If you’re replacing one sheet because of damage, the others won’t be far behind, so you may as well replace them all. The only situation where you want to buy pink sheets separately is if you want to go for a two-tone look using different shades of pink. Even then, you may still be able to find such a set if you look hard enough.
How should I wash pink bed sheets?
A. Most pink bed sheets are machine-washable and -dryable, but materials require different water temperatures and cycles to prevent damage, and a few need to be air-dried. Make sure to wash them separately or with other light colors. Some of the more delicate materials may need to be dry cleaned, though this is rare.
What are the best pink bed sheets to buy?
Top pink bed sheets
California Design Den Combed Cotton Sateen Weave Sheet Set
What you need to know: These feel luxurious without breaking the bank.
What you’ll love: These are available in solid pink or a pink and blue floral design. They’re made of breathable and soft cotton with a thread count of 400 and deep pockets for a tight fit on any mattress. They come in all standard and a few variant sizes.
What you should consider: Some consumers were unhappy with the level of softness. Others had issues with tearing after a few months of use.
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Top pink bed sheets for the money
What you need to know: These are more comfortable than the price tag suggests.
What you’ll love: These are available in a variety of pink shades and designs, including light pink and pink with unicorns. They’re made of soft microfiber polyester, which is comfortable for use in all seasons. These are machine-washable and -dryable and independently certified to meet safety and environmental standards.
What you should consider: Not all designs are available in all sizes. The microfiber construction means a limited amount of breathability, which can lead to overheating.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: These sheets are pricey but ultra-comfy.
What you’ll love: The soft pink matches the softness of these linen sheets and they come in queen and king sizes. The environmentally friendly linen bag they ship in is reusable for storage and moving. They’re machine-washable but need to be air-dried.
What you should consider: These are among the priciest sheets. Some consumers had issues with the sheets shrinking after being washed, even if they followed the care instructions exactly.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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LOS ANGELES, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Musick Peeler announced today that Partner Susan Field has been selected as an honoree in a Los Angeles Business Journal special supplement recognizing the city's most influential women attorneys. The "Women of Influence: Attorneys" list recognizes women lawyers "for exceptional legal skill and achievement across the full spectrum of responsibility, exemplary leadership as evidenced by the highest professional and ethical standards, and for contributions to the Los Angeles community at large," writes the publisher.
Field's practice principally involves representing insurers in complex insurance disputes on a broad range of issues arising under primary and excess policies and reinsurance coverages, with particular emphasis on general liability coverage claims involving environmental and other long-tail liabilities, personal and advertising injury coverage and errors and omissions insurance and the bad faith issues arising from such disputes. She provides insurance coverage counseling, and represents insurers as plaintiffs, as defendants and in the increasing number of inter-insurer disputes.
"Susan is highly respected within her industry and the firm," said Musick Peeler's Managing Partner R. Joseph De Briyn. "She is an immensely skilled lawyer and consistently delivers the highest degree of strategy and service to the firm's clients."
The publication writes that Field's "substantial litigation practice includes matters before the California state and federal trial and appellate courts," and adds that she has "appeared as counsel of record in courts outside of California, including those in Arizona, Hawaii, and Nevada." A significant part of her practice includes mediation, both as an advocate for her clients and as a mediator.
Field has been selected as a Southern California Super Lawyer in the Insurance Coverage specialty area by Los Angeles Magazine every year since 2007. She was also chosen as a recipient of the Judicial Edition of 2020 AV Preeminent, for the highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards, selected by the Bar and the Judiciary.
About Musick Peeler
Founded in 1954, MusickPeeler has offices in five major commercial centers across California, with over 100 attorneys practicing in 16 disciplines. For more information, visit MusickPeeler.com.
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Expansion follows European investor demand for differentiated private credit solutions
LONDON and NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Deerpath Capital Management, LP, the $4.5 billion private credit manager and one of the largest providers of customized, cash-flow based senior debt financing to lower-middle market companies across North America, today announced the launch of its newest international office in London, England.
The office, located in Berkeley Square, will serve as Deerpath's European headquarters, and is led by private markets specialist Tania Kutner, Head of European Investor Partnerships. Tania previously worked at Lloyds Investment and Commercial Banking in Leveraged Finance and subsequently at Aerius Associates, a London based placement agent.
"Deerpath has been active in the UK and mainland Europe for several years," said Antonella Napolitano, Global Head of Investor Relations and Capital Formation for Deerpath. "As institutional demand for differentiated private credit solutions accelerates, we felt the time was right to establish a local office that would formalize our presence in the region and allow us to better serve the nuanced requirements of its investors."
Deerpath is actively growing its London office and believes this on-the-ground presence is key to the firm's expansion within the European investor market. Deerpath has a variety of institutional investors across the UK and mainland Europe including pension funds, insurance companies, fund of funds, family offices and asset managers. Established in 2007, Deerpath has deployed more than $6.5 billion of capital across a broad range of investment products, transaction types, and industries. The firm typically targets U.S. companies with Enterprise Value between $50 million and $150 million, owned by private equity sponsors and with long operating histories and strong recurring revenue.
The news follows Deerpath's closing of Deerpath CLO 2022-1, a $375 million collateralized loan obligation (CLO) secured by a portfolio of senior secured loans to middle market, private equity-backed companies. It represents the fifth CLO issued by Deerpath since 2018 and brings the firm's total CLO assets under management to approximately $1.8 billion.
About Deerpath Capital Management, LP
Founded in 2007, Deerpath Capital Management, LP is one of the largest providers of customized, cash-flow based senior debt financing to lower-middle market companies across diverse industries. For more information, please visit www.deerpathcapital.com.
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Nets rule Ben Simmons out of Game 4 of series vs Celtics
Ben Simmons has been ruled out of Game 4 of Brooklyn’s playoff series against Boston, making it possible he won’t play at all this season. The Nets listed Simmons as out Sunday on the injury report for the game Monday, when they will be trying to avoid a sweep by the Celtics. Simmons has been working his way back from a herniated disk in his back. Coach Steve Nash said before Game 3 on Saturday that there was a lot to consider as the Nets weighed inserting Simmons into a game when he hadn’t played since Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals last year for Philadelphia. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/24/nets-rule-ben-simmons-out-of-game-4-of-series-vs-celtics/ | 2022-04-25T00:31:36Z |
SpaceX’s jam-packed schedule continues with another astronaut return
By Jackie Wattles, CNN Business
Three NASA astronauts and a European astronaut are returning home from the International Space Station, capping off their six-month mission during which they worked alongside Russian cosmonauts and hosted the first all-private crew to visit the orbiting outpost.
The crew climbed aboard their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule after midnight and detached from the space station in the early hours of Thursday morning. They’ll spend all day Thursday free flying through orbit as their spacecraft maneuvers closer to the edge of the Earth’s atmosphere.
The most dangerous part of the mission will take place a day later. The SpaceX Crew Dragon will streak back into the atmosphere while traveling at more than 22 times the speed of sound, putting the astronauts through intense G-forces as the final portion of their descent begins. Their capsule will then deploy parachutes and float to a splashdown landing off the coast of Florida. They’re tentatively scheduled to hit the water at 12:43 am ET Friday.
This will mark the conclusion of SpaceX’s third operational mission to the ISS that the company has conducted in partnership with NASA.
SpaceX has had a whirlwind month of activity. It kicked off with the launch of the private AX-1 mission to the ISS on April 8, and the company brought that crew home just last week. Then SpaceX launched the Crew-4 astronauts, who will replace the Crew-3 astronauts on the ISS staff, last Wednesday, then immediately began gearing up for Crew-3’s return. Meanwhile, the company’s Falcon 9 rocket has kept busy launching satellites to orbit, which includes a batch of the company’s Starlink internet satellites, just last Friday.
Falcon 9 rockets have already notched 17 launches so far this year.
The intent of SpaceX’s Crew Dragon program was to return astronaut launches to the United States for the first time since NASA’s Space Shuttle program retired in 2011, allowing NASA to keep the space station fully staffed with its own astronauts as well as astronauts from partner space agencies such as the European Space Agency (ESA). Before the Crew Dragon entered service in 2020, NASA was forced to rely on Russian Soyuz spacecraft for ISS crew transportation.
The four astronauts on the Crew-3 mission are NASA’s Raja Chari, Tom Marshburn, and Kayla Barron, as well a German astronaut with the ESA, Matthias Maurer.
Chari, Marshburn, Barron, and Maurer are leaving behind three Russian cosmonauts and NASA and ESA’s Crew-4 astronauts.
The Crew-3 astronauts kept a strict schedule of running science experiments and maintenance work on the 20-year-old ISS, and they conducted three spacewalks, during which they don the iconic puffy white spacesuits and exit the ISS to float in the vacuum of space. And last month, they had a first-of-its-kind experience hosting non-astronauts on the ISS with the arrival of the AX-1 crew, the all-private mission to the ISS. That mission included three men who paid their way to space and a former NASA astronaut who commanded the mission on behalf of Axiom Space, which brokered the mission with SpaceX.
When asked about how the professional astronauts worked alongside the visitors, Marshburn said they were “great crewmates.”
“They’ve been very kind and gracious with us as well,” he said.
One of the AX-1 crew members, Larry Connor, also told CNN Business, “If it were not for the NASA’s Crew-3 astronauts, and their phenomenal help, we would never — underscore the word never — have been able to accomplish all of our objectives,” Connor said. “We underestimated the time on some of the projects. We had one project early on that we thought was two-and-a-half hours, take five hours.”
During a press conference last month, the Crew-3 also made clear that it is maintaining a friendly working relationship with their Russian counterparts on the space station, despite mounting geopolitical tensions on the ground, and Marshburn said the Crew-3 astronauts made frequent friendly visits to the Russian-controlled portion of the ISS.
“Every day we go over there, and we usually have a meal together at least once on the weekend, maybe watch a movie together,” he told reporters.
During a ceremony in which Marshburn handed off the role of commander of the ISS to his Russian colleague Oleg Artemyev on Wednesday, Marshburn said that the “lasting legacy of the space station is very likely to be international cooperation and a place of peace.”
Addressing his successor, Mashburn said, “Oleg, you’re a very strong and experienced cosmonaut, astronaut. I know we’ll be leaving the space station in good hands with you.”
Artemyev said, “I accept” and added, “Thank you for key. Thank you for friendship. It was an unbelievable time together,” a possible reference to being aboard the orbiting workstation at a time of war.
Barron, who has a a master’s degree in nuclear engineering from the University of Cambridge, was selected as a NASA astronaut in 2017 and comes directly from a field of work that involves extreme living conditions and long bouts of isolation: submarines. Barron became one of the first women ever to serve on a US Navy submarine back in 2010.
Chari also joined NASA’s astronaut corps in 2017 as one of its newest inductees, and marks his first flight to space. He has a master’s degree in aeronautics and astronautics from MIT and graduated from the US Naval Test Pilot School, which has a long history of providing a pipeline to the astronaut corps.
Chari and Barron — both of whom had never been to space prior to the Crew-3 mission — have also both been selected for NASA’s corps of Artemis astronauts, who could fly on future missions to the moon.
Barron said they envisioned conducting spacewalks during the Crew-3 mission as the best preparation: “When we start to think about things like going back to the moon — doing the moonwalk — I think that’s the best way we could have possibly prepared.”
This mission also marked the first trip to space for Germany’s Maurer of the ESA, who joined Europe’s astronaut corps in 2015.
“I have to say, we really feel like we were super well prepared by our training on the ground to experience this, but there’s only so much you can prepare for,” Barron said about experiencing space for the first time. “I think you can intellectualize the experience of living and working in microgravity, but until you experience it, you don’t really know what it’s going to be like.”
Microgravity can be disorienting, as Maurer told reporters.
“The room is three dimensional, so even if you put something on the wall, and you think, ‘Okay, I know where this is,'” he said, “and suddenly it seems like you lost something.”
The mission’s pilot, NASA’s Marshburn, is the sole veteran astronaut among the crew. He has a background in physics and holds a doctorate of medicine, and he first joined NASA in the early 1990s as a flight surgeon. He joined the NASA astronaut corps in 2004 and has previously flown on one Space Shuttle mission and one Russian Soyuz mission to the ISS.
“I was a bit surprised to find out how emotional I got” on this mission, Marshburn said. “When I got to see my crewmates see space for the first time and watch them look out the windows…I suited them up for their first [spacewalk] — and how protective I felt and how emotional it was to see them go out to hatch. I was having a hard time getting work done. I was going window to window to watch them to make sure they were okay.”
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SASKATOON, SK, Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Minister Jeremy Harrison was presented with the first metal ingots ever produced in Canada. The ingots were processed by the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) during a successful test run of the metals smelting unit at its under construction Rare Earth Processing Facility.
Metals ingots, a rare earth metal, are the key ingredient used to manufacture permanent magnets which are used in electric vehicles, wind turbines, electronics, etc.
In June 2022, an additional $20 million in funding for the Facility was announced by the Government of Saskatchewan in order to expand its capabilities and move further down the Rare Earth Element (REE) value chain with the addition of a metals smelting unit that will produce these ingots.
"This milestone shows the incredible progress that SRC is making towards a key element of our Government's 2030 Growth Plan and in fact, now actually exceeds that original objective," Minister Responsible for SRC Jeremy Harrison said. "Our investments into this Facility are already starting to show impacts that will be highly valuable over the coming decades."
"SRC is proud to be a world leader in rare earth element processing and separation technologies and now to be able to add metal processing to that list, is an incredible accomplishment," SRC President and CEO Mike Crabtree said. "The production of rare earth metal is a very important, strategic step for the Facility, for Saskatchewan and in establishing a rare earth supply chain in Canada."
The fully integrated, three-stage Rare Earth Processing Facility will be the first-of-its-kind in North America and will be producing REE products for sale in the international market in 2024, including individual rare earth oxides and didymium metals.
SRC is Canada's second largest research and technology organization. With 350 employees, $275 million in annual revenue and 75 years of experience, SRC provides services and products to its 1,400 clients in 25 countries around the world.
For more information on SRC, go to www.src.sk.ca.
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Ollie's Celebrates 40th Anniversary with a Search for "America's Biggest Cheapskate"
Enter Now and Show America How Cheap You Are!
HARRISBURG, Pa., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ollie's, America's largest retailer of closeout merchandise and excess inventory with 445 stores and growing, today announced its search for "America's Biggest Cheapskate" to help mark the company's 40th anniversary. The nationwide contest is open for submissions until July 3, through an online entry form found at www.americasbiggestcheapskate.com/Ollies.
"We're thrilled to announce our 'America's Biggest Cheapskate' contest to help celebrate 40 years of real brands at real bargain prices at up to 70% off the fancy stores'," said John Swygert, President and Chief Executive Officer, Ollie's. "As a retailer that is committed to helping shoppers save money by selling brand name merchandise at incredible deals, we look forward to reading the submissions to determine who is worthy of the esteemed title of being 'America's Biggest Cheapskate.'"
To enter the contest, legal residents of the United States who are at least eighteen years of age must submit an original response describing how they save money, their best money-saving hacks and why they believe they're worthy of the title "America's Biggest Cheapskate." In addition, all entrants must visit an Ollie's store and submit a photo with any Ollie's figurine, Ollie's cartoon or Ollie's logo out front. Ollie's will be selecting 10 finalists, with nine walking away with a $400 Ollie's gift card, and one lucky grand prize winner receiving $4,040 cash. For official rules, visit www.americasbiggestcheapskate.com/rules.
A recent OnePoll survey conducted on behalf of Ollie's found that a majority (54%) of respondents consider being called "cheap" a compliment at times and 53% of respondents said they're proud of being labeled a bargain-hunter.
"As evident by our survey, the 'America's Biggest Cheapskate' contest celebrates the treasure hunter in all of us," said Swygert. "After all, who doesn't love a good bargain? Especially in today's economy, Ollie's delivers good stuff cheap, every day!"
Consumers can enter the "America's Biggest Cheapskate" contest through July 3, with the 10 finalists being announced in mid-July. Best of luck to all the cheapskates who enter!
Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc., founded in 1982, is America's largest retailer of closeouts and excess inventory, offering real brands at real bargain prices. Famous for its signature catch-phrase Good Stuff Cheap, Ollie's has a huge variety of famous brand-name merchandise in every department – food, books, housewares, toys, electronics, domestics, clothing, furniture, health and beauty, flooring, seasonal items and so much more – at up to 70 percent off the fancy stores' prices. You never know what you'll find at one of Ollie's 445 "semi-lovely" stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, and West Virginia. For more information, visit www.ollies.us. Like us on Facebook or find us on Twitter at @OlliesOutlet. Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc. is a publicly traded company on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol OLLI.
This random double-opt-in survey of 2,000 general population Americans was commissioned by Ollie's between May 4 and May 6, 2022. It was conducted by market research company OnePoll, whose team members are members of the Market Research Society and have corporate membership to the American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR) and the European Society for Opinion and Marketing Research (ESOMAR). For more information about OnePoll's research in the media, please view their website here: https://www.onepoll.us/.
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Cohen & Steers Announces Preliminary Assets Under Management and Net Flows For March 2022
Published: Apr. 11, 2022 at 3:15 PM CDT|Updated: 34 minutes ago
NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cohen & Steers, Inc. (NYSE: CNS) today reported preliminary assets under management of $102.1 billion as of March 31, 2022, an increase of $3.2 billion from assets under management at February 28, 2022. The increase was due to market appreciation of $4.1 billion, partially offset by net outflows of $593 million and distributions of $300 million.
Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong and Tokyo.
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Lower City Creek Trailhead and trail to Bridge 1 closed Saturday
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) - The City of Pocatello will be closing the Lower City Creek Trailhead and Trail to Bridge 1 on Saturday.
The closure will go from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or until work is finished.
The city will be working on the trail with heavy machinery, so it's closing it for public safety. All other trails will remain open. Please use other trailheads such as Upper City Creek and Cusick Creek trailheads, for your safety.
This closure will be a volunteer day for the Pocatello Running Club at Lower City Creek Trailhead and Trail to Bridge 1. Volunteers will be raking and helping compact gravel to help with erosion efforts on the existing trail as well as building a new family-friendly trail. The new trail will be in the area where the Russian Olives were removed earlier this year.
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TOKYO, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Japanese government publishes new articles every month in an official e-magazine, "KIZUNA." New articles published in late June are outlined below.
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- Toward TICAD VIII: Raising Awareness of the Africa-Japan Link
Japanese singer MISIA, the honorary ambassador for the last Tokyo International
Conference on African Development (TICAD), talks about her aid work.
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- Japan-Tunisia Academic Exchanges Sow Seeds of Business
At a technology park in Tunisia opened with Japan's support, joint research
into bioresources is creating added value.
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- Coolness and Sweetness of Japanese Summer
The secret to enjoying summer in Japan such as elegant green curtains of
morning glory and summer treats like juicy white peaches.
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- Sado Island Gold Mines: A Precious Heritage for Japan and the World
With outstanding universal value, Sado Island Gold Mines are anticipated to be
inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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- Integrated Innovation Strategy 2022: Making Great Strides Toward Society 5.0
The three pillars of Japan's strategy to achieve economic growth and solve
social issues by making full use of advanced technologies.
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Kizuna means the enduring bonds between people -- close relationships forged
through mutual trust and support. The kizuna cultivated among countries of the
world has the power to deepen cooperation for a better future. By reporting on
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will provide opportunities for Japan and the rest of the world to connect and
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EXTON, Pa., April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (NYSE: WST), a global leader in innovative solutions for injectable drug administration, today announced that its Scientific Insights Lab team members, Liang Fang and Marissa Rase, received the 2021 Fred Simon Award, and its Chief Scientific Officer, Fran DeGrazio, received the 2021 Edward Smith Packaging Science Award at the 2022 PDA Annual Meeting in Dallas.
The Frederick D. Simon Paper of the Year award is presented for the best paper published in the PDA Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, named in honor of the late Frederick D. Simon. The award-winning paper entitled, "Physicochemical Excipient-Container Interactions in Prefilled Syringes and Their Impact on Syringe Functionality," studied the chemical interactions between excipients as well as the physical interactions between the excipients and the container and their impact on the functional performance of prefilled syringes. Dr. Liang Fang, Fellow Scientist and Technical Director of West, was the lead author and worked in partnership with Lilly on the published paper. The paper can be found on the PDA website.
The Edward Smith PDA Packaging Science Award was created to recognize outstanding contributions to Pharmaceutical Packaging Science and was awarded to Fran DeGrazio, Chief Scientific Officer of West Pharmaceutical Services. It is presented in honor of Edward Smith and his long-term contributions to pharmaceutical packaging science.
"Here at West, we are so proud to receive these awards and celebrate the accomplishments of our team members as it represents our almost 100-year history of commitment to being a leader in primary packaging and delivery for our healthcare and drug development partners," said Chris Ryan, Senior Vice President, Commercial Products and Emerging Markets at West. "We continue to strive to meet the changing needs of our customers and helping to de-risk their therapies and ultimately, helping patients."
"I am honored to be recognized for this prestigious award from PDA this year," said Fran DeGrazio, Chief Scientific Officer at West. "Contributing and partnering with PDA on packaging science plays an important role in the industry on products delivering medications to patients safely and effectively. This award underscores both the need of focus on quality and innovation and the overall commitment to helping customers across the globe improve patient outcomes."
For more information about West, please visit our website: www.westpharma.com.
For more information about the 2022 PDA Annual Meeting, please visit: https://www.pda.org/global-event-calendar/event-detail/2022-pda-annual-meeting.
About West
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative, high-quality injectable solutions and services. As a trusted partner to established and emerging drug developers, West helps ensure the safe, effective containment and delivery of life-saving and life-enhancing medicines for patients. With approximately 10,000 team members across 50 sites worldwide, West helps support our customers by delivering over 45 billion components and devices each year.
Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, and in business for nearly a century, West in its fiscal year 2021 generated $2.83 billion in net sales. West is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: WST) and is included on the Standard & Poor's 500 index. For more information, visit www.westpharma.com.
All trademarks and registered trademarks used in this release are the property of West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or its subsidiaries, in the United States and other jurisdictions, unless otherwise noted.
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Laugh.Events, a company specializing in virtual and in-person comedy experiences for corporate audiences, is announcing the launch of corporate comedy event subscription, Laugh Breaks.
Laugh Breaks are 15 minute comedy shows that are offered in quarterly, bi-monthly, or monthly intervals as a way for virtual and hybrid workplaces to take a break from their workday to laugh with their co-workers. These minutes can be used for company, department, or team-wide meetings, or saved up to use for longer events throughout the holiday season or end of quarter celebration.
Founder Kevin Hubschmann says companies are excited about the length of time. "15 minutes has been the perfect amount of time for a mindless laugh because any longer can feel like too long away from their work responsibilities," says Hubschmann. "Everyone has 15 minutes to spare in their day."
So, why laugh in the middle of the work day? Laugh.Events's advisor, Dr. Natalie Christine Dattilo, Ph.D., says it can help create a more positive association with work itself. "If you expose your team to laughter first, and then have a meeting, the meeting might still be experienced as stressful to the participants, but their bodies will be reacting differently," says Dr. Dattilo, a Clinical & Health Psychologist and Instructor at Harvard Medical School. "The endorphins and the feel-good chemicals that are released during bursts and bouts of laughter attenuate the effect of stress on the body, lessening the damaging effects of cortisol when that is released."
If you're interested in booking a Laugh Break to help improve your team's mental health and work experience, you can find out more at laugh.events/laughbreaks.
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LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Behavioral Health, Inc., an expanding nationwide network of evidence-based mental health, substance use and eating disorder treatment centers, announced today the launch of DiscoveryMD locations in West Los Angeles, Calif. and Tacoma, Wash.
DiscoveryMD has been designed to offer medical solutions to people with chronic mood and addiction disorders resistant to conventional treatment methods. This includes medication management, TMS, ketamine and medical addiction support combined with traditional individual and group therapy. These services add a medical and long-term care component to Discovery's traditional acute residential, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, providing greater access to patients by providing every level of care to meet their needs. It also includes a telehealth component for traditional therapy, medication management, assessment and referrals.
Chris Diamond, president of Discovery's Professional Psychiatric Services division, says, "DiscoveryMD gives patients the option of traditional or telehealth services to get the kind of care that best fits their therapeutic needs, lifestyle, preferences and geography. To date we've treated more than 22,000 patients and we will continue to expand our service locations throughout the US."
About Discovery Behavioral Health
Everyone deserves a happy, rewarding life. That's why Discovery Behavioral Health has made evidence-based, outcome driven healthcare accessible and affordable since inception. With a full continuum of care – detoxification, medical residences, residential treatment centers, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, outpatient, psychiatric and addiction medicine, TMS, virtual and telehealth services, we can offer the right care at the right time for adults or teens struggling with mental health, substance use or eating disorders. We are a contracted provider with 100 payers and other managed care organizations. Our portfolio of more than 130 treatment centers includes service lines in successful operation since 1985. When treatment is complete, our patients become part of Discovery's growing family of alumni, connected through free aftercare programs, support groups, activities, and a caring community. Because when quality behavioral healthcare is within reach, so is happiness.
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Abelacimab is a dual-acting fully human monoclonal antibody targeting both Factor XI and Factor XIa with high affinity and selectivity
Earlier this year abelacimab became the first-ever Factor XI inhibitor to begin enrolling patients in a Phase 3 trial (The ASTER Study)
The AZALEA-TIMI 71 trial in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) also remains ongoing after having completed enrollment with 1,287 patients
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthos Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing innovative therapies for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track Designation to its investigational Factor XI inhibitor, abelacimab, for the treatment of thrombosis associated with cancer. The company will also be announcing this important milestone today at a session of the ongoing 2022 Congress of the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) Congress in London, UK.
The Fast Track Designation process is designed to facilitate the development and expedite the review of treatments for serious medical conditions, thereby, addressing unmet medical needs. Drugs that are included in this program may be eligible for more frequent interactions with the FDA to discuss the development path, and if the program criteria are met, eligibility for a potential Rolling Review, Accelerated Approval, and Priority Review.
Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), including both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, is the second most prevalent cause of death in patients with cancer, second only to the disease itself.1 However, treatment of Cancer Associated Thrombosis (CAT) can be challenging because the currently available anticoagulants used to treat VTE can have an increased risk of bleeding.2,3
"We believe that abelacimab has the potential to provide patients with cancer associated thrombosis an enhanced safety profile and overall low risk of bleeding, without sacrificing any efficacy of currently available agents. This unmet need is particularly true in patients with gastrointestinal / genitourinary (GI/GU) cancers who are at an even higher risk of bleeding and can be further burdened by the inconvenience of daily injections," said Dan Bloomfield, Chief Medical Officer at Anthos Therapeutics. "Fast track designation by the FDA is a significant milestone for abelacimab and Anthos Therapeutics, but more importantly represents another hopeful step forward for patients. We look forward to working closely with the FDA on our clinical trial program to bring once-monthly abelacimab to patients in need."
"Caring for cancer patients is a delicate and complex process, requiring a fine balance between the risks and benefits of their anticoagulant treatments. Managing thrombosis episodes is of the utmost importance for physicians, patients, and their caregivers, as untreated blood clots or bleeding episodes associated with currently available anticoagulants, can have dire consequences," said Jean Marie Connors, M.D., Associate Professor of Hematology at Harvard Medical School. "The hemostasis sparing potential of FXI inhibitors, such as abelacimab, may represent an important treatment advance in how we manage patients moving forward."
About the Abelacimab Phase 3 Program in Cancer Associated Thrombosis (CAT)
The abelacimab phase 3 CAT program comprises two complementary studies targeting to enroll approximately 2700 patients across 220 sites in more than 20 countries -- the largest program of any anticoagulant performed in Cancer-Associated Thrombosis.
ASTER is an international multicenter, randomized, open-label, blinded endpoint evaluation, phase 3 study comparing the effect of abelacimab relative to apixaban on venous thromboembolism (VTE) recurrence and bleeding in patients with cancer associated VTE in whom DOAC treatment is recommended. Abelacimab 150 mg will be administered intravenously (IV) on Day 1 and subcutaneously (SC) monthly thereafter for up to 6 months; Apixaban 10 mg will be administered orally, twice daily (bid) for the first 7 days, followed by 5 mg bid up to 6 months. Enrollment in this trial began in May 2022.
MAGNOLIA is an international multicenter, randomized, open-label, blinded endpoint evaluation, phase 3 study in patients with gastrointestinal (GI) / genitourinary (GU) cancer in whom DOAC treatment is not recommended. The study will compare the effect of abelacimab relative to dalteparin on VTE recurrence and bleeding in patients with cancer associated VTE who are at a high bleeding risk with non-resectable, locally or regionally invasive GI / GU tumors. Abelacimab 150 mg will be administered intravenously (IV) on Day 1 and subcutaneously (SC) monthly thereafter for up to 6 months; dalteparin administered subcutaneously will be given daily, 200 IU/kg/day for the first month, and then 150 IU/kg/day up to 6 months.
About the AZALEA-TIMI 71 Phase 2 Trial
The AZALEA-TIMI 71 trial is an event-driven, randomized, active-controlled, blinded endpoint, parallel-group study to evaluate the effect of two blinded doses of abelacimab relative to open label rivaroxaban on the rate of major or clinically relevant non-major (CRNM) bleeding events in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) who are at moderate-to-high risk of stroke. The trial completed enrollment in December 2021, with 1287 patients across 95 global study sites including the U.S., Canada, as well as from parts of Europe, and Asia.
About Abelacimab
Abelacimab is a novel, highly selective, fully human monoclonal antibody designed to induce effective hemostasis-sparing anticoagulation through Factor XI inhibition. Abelacimab targets the active domain of Factor XI, demonstrating dual inhibitory activity against both Factor XI and its activated form, Factor XIa. Abelacimab can be administered intravenously (IV) to achieve rapid inhibition of Factor XI activity and then used subcutaneously (SC) monthly to maintain nearly complete inhibition in a chronic setting. In a PK/PD study, abelacimab administered IV provided profound suppression of Factor XI within one hour after the start of therapy and maintained near maximal inhibition for up to 30 days. 4,5 In a Phase 2 study whose results were published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2021, a single intravenous dose of abelacimab after knee surgery reduced the rate of venous thromboembolism by 80%, measured 10 days after surgery, compared to enoxaparin.4 Factor XI inhibition offers the promise of hemostasis-sparing anticoagulation for the prevention and treatment of arterial and venous thromboembolic events.6 Abelacimab is an investigational agent and has not been approved for any indication.
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About Anthos Therapeutics
Anthos Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of genetically and pharmacologically validated innovative therapies to advance care for people living with cardiovascular and metabolic (CVM) diseases. Anthos Therapeutics aims to combine the agility of a biotech with the rigor of a large pharmaceutical company.
Anthos Therapeutics was launched by Blackstone Life Sciences in 2019.
For more information visit the website at https://www.anthostherapeutics.com/, Twitter at https://twitter.com/Anthos_Tx, and LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/anthos-therapeutics/.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve substantial risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding the initiation, and timing, of future clinical trials and its research and development. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, contained in this press release, including statements regarding the company's strategy, future operations, future financial position, prospects, plans and objectives of management, are forward-looking statements. The words "anticipate," "become", "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "target," "will," "would" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Any forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations of future events and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those set forth in, or implied by, such forward-looking statements. In addition, the forward-looking statements included in this press release represent the company's views as of the date hereof and should not be relied upon as representing the company's views as of any date subsequent to the date hereof. The company anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause the company's views to change. However, while the company may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, the company specifically disclaims any obligation to do so.
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Uvalde mayor: Police didn’t get early chance to end massacre
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The mayor of Uvalde on Friday disputed a new report that alleges missed chances to quickly end the massacre at a Texas elementary school, again reflecting the lack of definitive answers about the slow law enforcement response to one of the deadliest classroom shootings in U.S. history.
Mayor Don McLaughlin said no Uvalde police officer saw the gunman outside Robb Elementary School before he went inside and that none of them had an opportunity to fire on the shooter. His comments contradict a critique of the decision-making by law enforcement that was released this week by tactical response experts at Texas State University.
The differing accounts and public rebuke of the report reiterated how, more than six weeks after the May 24 shooting, questions remain about how and why police armed with rifles and bulletproof shields waited more than an hour before confronting the gunman in a fourth-grade classroom where 21 people were killed, including 19 children.
It also widened a rift between Uvalde officials and the state, particularly the Texas Department of Public Safety, which had troopers on the scene and has directed much of the blame to the local school district police chief. The new report was requested by DPS, and the findings were similar to the narrative that leaders of the state police force have previously given publicly.
“There were dozens of DPS troopers onsite by the time of the breach in the classroom,” McLaughlin said in a statement.
Representatives of the Department of Public Safety did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
It is not the first time McLaughlin has lashed out at the agency. He has previously accused DPS of publicly giving an incomplete and one-sided account at the same time he says local officials have been instructed to not divulge information while the investigation is ongoing.
Col. Steve McCraw, who heads DPS, has largely blamed the inaction by law enforcement on Uvlade School District Police Chief Pete Arredondo, describing him as the incident commander during the shooting.
Arredondo has told the Texas Tribune that he did not believe he was in charge of the scene. He has kept a low profile since the shooting, and resigned last week from his elected position on the City Council.
The report this week was drafted by the university’s Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training program. Authors of the 26-page report said they were contacted by DPS shortly after the shooting to assess the law enforcement response and that they had an approximately one-hour briefing led by an “investigating officer” who is not named.
One of the report’s most striking details was how a Uvalde police officer, armed with a rifle, watched the gunman walk toward the campus but did not fire while waiting for permission from a supervisor to shoot. The supervisor “either did not hear or responded too late,” according to the report.
McLaughlin said no Uvalde officer had a chance to shoot the gunman before entering the school, and that while an officer did see someone outside, the officer could not tell who it was.
“Ultimately, it was a coach with children on the playground, not the shooter,” McLaughlin said.
Pete Blair, the executive director of the training center that published the report, did not immediately respond to an email seeking comment Friday.
A separate report on the shooting is being compiled by Texas legislators who have spent weeks interviewing more than 20 witnesses and first responders behind closed doors. On Monday, the committee is expected to hear for the first time from the Uvalde County sheriff after lawmakers sent him a letter this week trying to compel his testimony.
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FLINT, Mich., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Health Knoxville, a Forum Health network practice, welcomes Chris D Harris, MD, FACS.
Dr. Harris has been a practicing medical doctor for more than 30 years and specializes in all aspects of male and female sexual health, as well as cutting-edge techniques in integrative and functional medicine.
Dr. Harris has joined Forum Health Knoxville's care team that includes board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner Nan Sprouse, as well as registered nurses, health coaches, and nutritionists. Forum Health Knoxville currently specializes in anti-aging, chronic disease, and nutrition.
"I am well acquainted with the team at Forum Health Knoxville having worked in close proximity in the past," said Dr. Harris. "I saw first-hand the transition of the practice to Forum Health and could not be more impressed with the support offered to the practice and providers. I am confident my patients will agree that joining Forum Health is a win-win!"
Dr. Harris was board-certified in urology until 2019 and brought the latest surgical and medical innovations to his male and female patients during his 29-year private practice career. He began his journey into integrative medicine in 2016, while still practicing full-time, and became board-certified in integrative medicine in 2019.
"I am excited to welcome Dr. Harris to our Knoxville practice," said Adam Puttkammer, president of Forum Health. "He's developed a well-rounded functional and integrative medicine practice on his own, and the Forum Health team is ready to support him and his patients in this next chapter of growth."
"Dr. Harris' dedication to personalized medicine, continuing education, and seeing patients as innately healthy aligns with our philosophy at Forum Health," said Phil Hagerman, chief executive officer at Forum Health.
For more information on Forum Health, including how to join one of our practices, visit www.forumhealth.com.
Forum Health, LLC is a nationwide provider of personalized healthcare. Steeped in the powerful principles of functional and integrative medicine, Forum Health providers take a root-cause approach to care. They listen and dig deep — exploring lifestyle, environment, and genetics to help each patient achieve their ultimate health goals. Members have access to advanced medical treatments and technology, with care plans informed by data analytics and collaborative relationships. To learn more, visit forumhealth.com.
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Must-watch videos of the week
By Brendan Buckley, CNN
Scientists recorded a color-changing squid’s camouflage trick, a news crew got too close to a tornado for comfort, and the son of a late music icon performed his father’s biggest hit publicly for the first time. These are your must-watch videos of the week.
Now you sea me …
Scientists observed squid changing their colors to match their surroundings in real time — a discovery they say could help with the development of invisibility cloaks.
Bennifer: Version 2.0
Nearly twenty years after their first engagement, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are engaged again.
A classic, reimagined
Julian Lennon, son of late Beatles legend John Lennon, performed “Imagine” publicly for the first time as part of Global Citizen’s “Stand Up for Ukraine” social media rally.
Tense exchange
Passengers aboard a New York-bound Jet Blue flight that had departed from Cancun, Mexico, got into a tense confrontation with flight attendants and police after the plane was forced to land at a different airport due to inclement weather.
Too close for comfort
An Iowa news crew covering severe weather opted to cut their live shot short after a tornado touched down near their location while they were on the air.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — If you’re looking for a job, FedEx Supply Chain is hiring!
May 10 and May 11, the company will be hosting hiring events in Coppell to look for candidates to fulfill the company’s list of open, full-time positions. They will be located at 1150 Northpoint drive from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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BELTON — After more than four and a half hours of deliberation Wednesday, a 12-person jury found a Killeen man guilty in the 2020 slaying of a Temple woman.
Christopher Romel Henry, 39, was found guilty of capital murder by kidnapping in the death of 68-year-old Rose Davis. The state was not seeking the death penalty in the case. Judge Paul LePak of 264th District Court immediately sentenced him to a life sentence.
Henry’s capital murder charge stemmed from the June 18, 2020, stabbing death of Davis at The Bridge apartments, 404 S. Fryers Creek Circle. He remained in jail after his arrest.
Temple Police found Davis on the ground outside an apartment with several cuts to her throat and her stomach, with her hands tied behind her back with duct tape, according to an arrest affidavit.
Witnesses at the crime scene described seeing Davis forcibly escorted from her apartment by a man matching Henry’s description, an arrest affidavit said.
The racially diverse jury of six men and six women heard five days of testimony before reaching the verdict.
The jury went in to deliberate at 10:35 a.m. Wednesday. About two hours later, jurors asked for evidence and lunch to be brought into the deliberation room.
At 2:45 p.m., the jury asked who would decide on a sentence for Henry and asked the judge for security as they would leave the courtroom.
LePak, after conferring with the attorneys in the case, said Bell County Sheriff’s deputies would be available to escort jurors to their cars while all interested parties would be kept in the courtroom to give them time to leave.
At 3:10 p.m., jurors reached their decision.
Five minutes later, at 3:15 p.m., LePak read the verdict in court as 12 deputies stood guard.
Henry shook his head as LePak announced the verdict, and he was then handcuffed by deputies. He later crossed his hands on the table and rested his head before being led from the courtroom by deputies.
“I love you, sister,” Henry told a woman in the gallery as deputies took him to holding cell next to the courtroom.
Deputies stayed in the courtroom until jurors left, and then everyone was released from the courtroom.
Closing arguments
In her closing arguments, Bell County Assistant District Attorney Sandra Martin played a 911 call where Davis identified her killer as Henry.
“Rose Davis told you who her killer was,” she told jurors. “The evidence corroborated her story. She is stabbed all over. She’s been gagged, she’s been bound, but she can still talk.”
Martin asked the jury to convict Henry since there was enough evidence against him in the case, referring to a Global Positioning System device.
“The GPS device puts the defendant in the area,” Martin said. “His DNA is in the black tape and the blue belt. The evidence shows that when (Davis) called for help, he stabbed her. That is capital murder. Find him guilty because he is guilty.”
Michael Magana, one of Henry’s defense attorneys, presented the jury with another theory. He said many other suspects in the case were not adequately discounted as suspects, creating enough reasonable doubt to let his client go free.
“It would be different if we didn’t have anyone else, but we do,” he said. “Be thorough. Exclude these five (suspects) before you come to a verdict. When you look at the evidence in its totality, there is doubt.”
Magana told the jury that since one of those suspects was Davis’ son, she might have framed Henry to protect her child.
“Look at the evidence,” he said. “I am playing to your thought process and your minds. In order to convict, you must prove beyond a reasonable doubt (Henry’s guilt).”
Bobby Barina, another defense attorney, told the jury there would be no justice for Davis unless the right man was convicted for her death.
“She is going to get justice when you choose your verdict,” he said. “This is a case built on circumstantial evidence.”
Bell County Assistant District Attorney Fred Burns said Davis’ identification of her killer was enough proof that Henry was guilty and showed jurors the police body cam video of Davis’ wounds, showing her exposed lungs and intestines from her severe wounds.
“In order to believe that Christopher Henry is not guilty, you have to believe that (Davis) was lying to you,” he said. “What about her condition shows that she is capable of lying? Why do we disbelieve her? She’s dying. She says that because it’s the truth.
“I want you to convict him because he is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.”
Defendant’s testimony
Henry took the witness stand on Tuesday and testified that he knew Davis since he was 10 years old.
He said that he went to Davis’ apartment to sell her narcotics and spent about five hours talking with her on the day she died.
When Burns asked Henry if he stabbed and killed Davis, the defendant responded, “No, sir.”
Henry testified that he was in the area and arguing with someone in the parking lot when Davis was killed.
The jury also heard testimony from defense witness Ravonda Henry Hill, Christopher Henry’s wife at the time of Davis’ death.
Hill testified that about six years prior, Henry had an accident with a firecracker that damaged his dominant hand. She said she did not respond to a request from the district attorney to testify for the prosecution but agreed to testify for the defense.
“I wanted to help because I know Christopher didn’t have anything to do with it,” she said. “I wasn’t going to help them convict Chris.”
The prosecution recalled four witnesses before the jury was excused earlier.
Burns played Henry’s taped confession to the jury during the testimony of Temple Police Department Detective John Leach.
A heated debate among attorneys about whether or not the confession should be presented to the jury prompted LePak to raise his voice in the courtroom.
“Gentlemen,” LePak yelled in a loud tone, prompting Magana and Burns to stop bickering. “We have a court reporter who writes everything unless you speak at the same time,” the judge said.
Objections continued until LePak stated the confession could be played since Henry was read his Miranda rights — which stated that anything he said in the confession could be used against him in his trial.
Henry said during the confession that he was unsure if Davis even knew his last name while denying any involvement in her death. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_23c6000a-e1fa-11ec-9da6-5321bc73a089.html | 2022-06-02T02:40:39Z |
- Actions by New Leadership and Board Driving Compliance-Focused Culture -
BANNOCKBURN, Ill., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stericycle, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRCL) has agreed to resolutions with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as well as Brazilian authorities – both the Comptroller General's Office (CGU) and the Attorney General's Office (AGU) – to resolve anti-corruption investigations that began in 2017 into Stericycle's historical operations in Latin America. Stericycle fully cooperated with the investigations, which focused on conduct prior to 2017 by employees in its Latin American businesses, including in Argentina, Brazil and Mexico. Stericycle has since sold its operations in Argentina and Mexico and currently operates within the Latin American region only in Brazil. Through these resolutions, Stericycle has agreed to pay a total of approximately $90 million, which the company primarily accrued in the third and fourth quarters of 2021.
As part of the resolutions, Stericycle entered into a Deferred Prosecution Agreement with the DOJ and agreed to an administrative order with the SEC. No further enforcement action will be taken against Stericycle by the DOJ and SEC if, for a period of three years, the company meets the obligations it assumed as part of the resolutions. Stericycle will also engage an independent compliance monitor for two years, after which the company will self-report to the U.S. agencies on its compliance with the agreements for an additional year.
"Resolving this legacy matter represents another important milestone in Stericycle's business transformation journey," said Cindy J. Miller, president and chief executive officer at Stericycle. "Over the past several years, we have focused on fully remediating the issues identified during the investigation. This includes instituting new policies, procedures and internal controls and building a culture of compliance, integrity and accountability that aligns with our core values across our entire global operation."
Under the direction of the board's audit committee, Stericycle conducted its own thorough internal investigation, cooperated fully with the DOJ, SEC and Brazilian authorities, and took extensive steps to establish a strong global anti-corruption compliance program by enhancing its compliance policies, procedures and internal controls in every country in which it operates. Stericycle's remedial actions were acknowledged by the DOJ, the SEC and the Brazilian authorities in the settlements.
Since 2017, Stericycle has transformed its board of directors and leadership team. The company has named multiple new members to its board of directors and added new, experienced executives to its leadership team, including Cindy J. Miller, who was named president and chief operating officer in 2018 and chief executive officer in 2019. The company also created a new Operations, Safety and Environmental Committee to enhance board oversight and hired compliance personnel including an experienced chief ethics and compliance officer reporting directly to Miller and the chair of the audit committee.
Building a Culture of Compliance—Remedial Measures and Global Enhancements
U.S. authorities credited Stericycle for its cooperation in the investigation and for steps the company's new leadership has taken to enhance and ensure compliance and internal controls. As detailed in Stericycle's deferred prosecution agreement, these steps have included:
- strengthening its corporate governance by appointing new executive leadership and board members;
- strengthening its compliance function by hiring additional personnel, including an experienced chief ethics and compliance officer;
- updating its code of conduct and internal controls relating to anti-corruption, retention and management of commercial agents and other third parties, and gifts, travel and entertainment;
- enhancing its internal reporting, investigations and risk assessment processes;
- overhauling its compliance training and communications;
- terminating employees involved in the relevant conduct; and
- divesting its subsidiaries in Argentina and Mexico.
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About Stericycle
Stericycle, Inc., is a U.S. based business-to-business services company and leading provider of compliance-based solutions that protects people and brands, promotes health and well-being, and safeguards the environment. Stericycle serves customers in the U.S. and 16 countries with solutions for regulated waste and compliance services, secure information destruction and patient engagement. For more information about Stericycle, please visit stericycle.com.
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Nine Million Immigrants are Eligible for US Citizenship Each Year, But 91% Never Apply, Citing Affordability as a Main Deterrent
BOSTON, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than nine million immigrants who are eligible to apply for US citizenship each year – 91% of whom never apply– will for the first time have access to a flexible 1% interest rate loan to cover the cost of their application.
The loan is offered by One Percent for America (OPA), a new digital platform affiliated with the nonprofit community development financial institution BlueHub Capital.
In September 2021, OPA conducted a national blind survey of more than 1,200 immigrants in the United States that are either non-citizens or were naturalized within the last five years and found that application fees create a significant financial barrier to citizenship.
While citizenship fees, which can cost up to $1,200, are in place to support United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) operations, some immigrants cannot afford them. Eighty-seven percent of survey respondents reported borrowing money in order to pay the fees, and two-thirds reported that they tapped high interest financing like credit cards, payday lenders and other sources of borrowed money to cover the costs.
OPA's 1% loan has no credit requirements, no late or hidden fees, and a flexible repayment schedule, and is being offered in conjunction with free financial education and dedicated community support. Once borrowers apply and are approved for the loan through OPA's website, OPA will issue borrowers a check for their loan funds made payable to USCIS on their behalf. Borrowers must pay back the loan within one year and can do so while they are applying for citizenship in order to ensure the longevity of the program.
"While the 'one percent' has traditionally symbolized wealth inequality and the inaccessibility of the American Dream, the One Percent for America program introduces a new 'one percent' that represents economic empowerment and provides new citizens with the resources they need to thrive. Our entire country benefits when immigrants are given a fair shot to become citizens and contribute to the national economy and character," said BlueHub Capital CEO Elyse Cherry. "Leveraging the lending experience of BlueHub Capital, One Percent for America is a technology-enabled platform that is self-sustaining and scalable, setting it apart from any other lending program for eligible citizens out there. We are calling on people from coast to coast to become part of the 'one percent' and help move our nation towards unity."
OPA's model brings borrowers and investors together on one platform. Money donated or lent by investors allows immigrants to borrow the funds to pay their fees, then funds are recycled to help additional immigrant borrowers. The loan's low 1% interest rate is in contrast with the 18-22% interest rates that commonly come with other options like payday lenders and credit cards.
Building on BlueHub's over 35 years of experience in community-centric lending, the OPA program will combine its power with that of investors and borrowers to create a unique lending system that allows immigrants across the country to apply for citizenship without facing significant financial barriers.
To apply for a straightforward, 1% interest loan through One Percent for America, click here.
To invest in One Percent for America through a loan, donation or corporate sponsorship, please click here or email investOPA@onepercentforamerica.org.
BlueHub Capital is a national, mission-driven, nonprofit community development finance organization focused on building healthy communities where low-income people live and work. BlueHub uses innovative financial tools and has deployed over $2.4 billion (and leveraged over $12 billion) in capital to support projects that make communities more vibrant places to live. BlueHub has four distinct programs: BlueHub Loan Fund (community development financing), BlueHub SUN (foreclosure relief), BlueHub Energy (clean energy access) and One Percent for America (citizenship financing).
Contact: Abigail Goldring, abigail.goldring@berlinrosen.com
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PASADENA, Calif., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.18 per common share for the second quarter of 2022. The dividend is payable on July 15, 2022, to shareholders of record on June 30, 2022. The common stock dividend for the 12 months ending June 30, 2022, of $4.60 per common share represents an increase of 24 cents, or 6 percent, over the 12 months ended June 30, 2021.
The dividend allows the company to share its continued high-quality, strong and increasing net cash provided by operating activities with its common shareholders while it retains significant cash provided by operating activities for reinvestment into its highly leased pipeline of development and redevelopment of new Class A properties. The company's funds from operations (FFO) payout ratio (quarterly common stock dividends divided by quarterly funds from operations) remains favorably low at 57 percent for the three months ended March 31, 2022. Additionally, growth in net cash provided by operating activities after dividends continues to generate opportunities to increase the company's quarterly cash dividend per common share while enabling it to maintain a low FFO payout ratio.
About Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), an S&P 500® urban office real estate investment trust, is the first, longest-tenured and pioneering owner, operator and developer uniquely focused on collaborative life science, agtech and technology campuses in AAA innovation cluster locations. Founded in 1994, Alexandria pioneered this niche and has since established a significant market presence in key locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland and Research Triangle. For more information, please visit www.are.com.
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Actual results might differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements is contained in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and other periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
CONTACT: Sara Kabakoff, Vice President – Communications, (626) 788-5578, skabakoff@are.com
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TIFTON — Trent Hester has been selected as the first-ever Leadership and Engagement Coordinator at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College.
In his role, Hester oversees ABAC’s orientations, Welcome Week, and Student Engagement Programs (STEPS). Internships, study abroad, and mentored research are included in STEPS.
“I also assist with the ABAC Ambassadors, and I am always happy to help in any area in need,” Hester said.
A Sale City native, Hester holds a baccalaureate degree in Writing and Communication from ABAC and a master’s degree in Public Administration from Valdosta State University. He is currently a doctoral candidate at the University of North Georgia, where he is researching the impact of the student conduct process on student retention.
“I came to ABAC as a student in 2012 and absolutely fell in love with the campus,” Hester said. “When I graduated, a position in the ABAC Housing office came available, and I applied and became the Residence Life Coordinator for ABAC Lakeside.
“I served in the ABAC Housing office in several capacities until March, when I began my role as Leadership and Engagement Coordinator.”
Hester says the people at ABAC make the difference.
“I love the people here,” he said. “Students, faculty and staff all have a shared mission of excellence, and we all work to make ABAC the best that it can be.”
In his new role, Hester coordinates the freshman orientation sessions that are coming up on July 11, July 25, Aug. 4 (Bainbridge), and Aug. 11. Welcome Weekend is set for Aug. 12-14, and the annual Freshman Convocation is scheduled for Aug. 13. Fall term classes begin at ABAC on Aug. 15.
“Of these events, I am most excited about our convocation ceremony — we’ve got some new, exciting things planned for the ceremony this year, and I’m excited to share this event with the students soon,” Hester said.
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MIAMI, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IMS, part of Aleph Group Inc and global partner of the world's leading digital platforms, announced a new exclusive alliance with Moovit, an Intel company, a Mobility as a Service (MaaS) solutions company and creator of the popular urban mobility app. IMS by Aleph will represent Moovit in México, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Chile and Perú and help brands reach on-the-go public transport commuters and drive traffic to their physical stores.
Moovit's free apps for iOS, Android and the Web guide people in getting around town effectively and conveniently, using any mode of transport, an ideal space for advertisers. Introduced in 2012, it has served more than one billion users, in 3,500 cities, across 112 different countries. The app has a daily score of 4.5 points in the App Store and Play Store, and is very popular throughout Latin America, holding official partnerships with operators and government in major cities like Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro and Santiago de Chile.
"New alliances represent new opportunities. Through this recent agreement with Moovit, IMS by Aleph can offer Latin American companies the possibility of making native ads in a strategic geolocation application and thus reach new real audiences," announces Ignacio Vidaguren, CEO of IMS by Aleph.
Moovit's audience is distinguished by its high level of engagement. Urban travelers use the application to find the best public transport routes to their destination, receive live directions and service disruption notifications. These types of users often have free time before or during their journey to interact with their mobile device where, opportunely, the app is open.
"When users plan a trip with Moovit, they discover public and other shared transport options that can take them to their destination. Based on the users' current location and route points during their journey — origin, destination, and points of transfer — an ad appears, inviting them to deviate just a few minutes from the route to visit the advertised shop. Also, during the trip, it is common to look at the phone more than once to check on the journey, which is an excellent chance to impact them with a new ad. The opportunity is enormous," explains Pamela Chavarria, Global VP of Corporate Development of IMS.
These types of ads, known as "Native Ads", are a trend in the sector. Due to the nature of native advertising, the user perceives this type of promotion as part of the app and interacts organically with the content, generating direct results for advertisers.
In addition to traditional ads, such as small banners and interstitial ads, Moovit uses strategically distributed native ads. They appear on the Home Page, Suggested Routes, Itinerary, Line Details, and Station Details screens, in addition to nearby locations on the Stations screen, Itinerary screen.
"We look forward to working with Aleph in markets across Latin America to enable local advertisers to leverage moments when users are out and about to create meaningful touchpoints," said Yovav Meydad, Moovit's Chief Growth and Marketing Officer. "Our ultimate goal is to help people get around town effectively and conveniently, and that includes providing an app experience with relevant nearby information to each user."
With this new alliance, Moovit joins IMS's portfolio of strategic partners in Latin America, which includes, among others: Twitter, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Warner Music, Twitch, TikTok, Electronic Arts and Activision Blizzard Media.
About IMS by Aleph
Internet Media Services (IMS) is one of Aleph Group, Inc companies. Aleph is a leading global enabler of digital advertising connecting thousands of advertisers in emerging countries with the world's leading digital platforms.
Aleph represents the world's leading platforms in 90+ markets across the globe where they don't have a physical presence, enabling platforms like Twitter, Meta, Snapchat, and nearly 30+ others to expand into new markets and enabling advertisers to take full advantage of the platforms' advertising capabilities. Through these long-lasting partnerships, Aleph creates the opportunity for all people and businesses to advertise at a local and global level without limits.
Find out more: alephholding.com or press@alephholding.com
About Moovit
Moovit, from Intel Company, is a leading Mobility as a Service (MaaS) solution provider and creator of the #1 urban mobility app. Moovit was acquired by Intel in 2020 in order to join forces with Mobileye and advance its MaaS strategy. Together, Moovit and Mobileye will accelerate the global adoption of autonomous transportation.
Moovit's iOS, Android, and other web applications guide people to get around the city effectively and conveniently, using any mode of transportation. Introduced in 2012, it now serves more than 1 billion users in more than 3,500 cities in 112 countries.
Moovit amasses up to 6 billion anonymous data points a day to add to the world's largest repository of transit and urban mobility data. For governments, cities, transit agencies, and private companies, Moovit offers AI-powered MaaS solutions covering planning, operations, and optimization with proven value in reducing congestion, growing ridership, and increasing efficiency and asset utilization. Industry leaders like Microsoft, Uber, and Cubic have partnered with Moovit to power their mobility offerings.
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LONDON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Swarovski Foundation announces the second year of Creatives for Our Future, a global mentorship and grant program designed with advisor the United Nations Office for Partnerships to identify and accelerate the next generation of creative leaders in sustainability.
Swarovski Foundation Creatives for Our Future commences with a four-week open call to all creatives worldwide aged 21 to 30 from disciplines including fashion, design, art, architecture, science, technology, and engineering – with no limit to creative medium. Successful applicants will have a keen interest in, demonstration of, or exemplary potential to use the creative process to accelerate awareness, technologies, or solutions for sustainable development. The Swarovski Foundation aims to draw in a diverse pool of applicants globally and bring new voices and perspectives to the creative process.
Selected grantees will receive financial support to further their projects and design new pathways for a better world. The funding is paired with an educational program in collaboration with top international institutions, tailored mentorship, and industry networking connections with guidance from the Swarovski Foundation. Each participating Program Advocate, leaders in their field, will represent the broadest range of creative disciplines from fashion and art to technology and science.
Throughout the program, grantees will be provided support to develop the innovations and practices outlined in their applications and drive progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The successful grantees will be invited to New York in September 2022 during the United Nations General Assembly for their first high-level industry network engagement to not only announce the Creatives for our Future program's second year but to also meet their fellow participants.
Further details on the program, application process and grants can be found on www.sfcreatives.org.
Worldwide applications will be accepted from July 11th to August 8th, 2022 (11:59pm GMT). Successful grantees and a complete list of Program Advocates will be announced in September 2022 to coincide with the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
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LONDON and NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices ("S&P DJI"), the world's leading index provider, in collaboration with Sustainable1, S&P Global's (NYSE: SPGI) single source for environmental, social and governance (ESG) intelligence, today announced the launch of a new family of climate-focused market benchmarks called the S&P Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget Indices.
These indices' design is based on the most recent 2021 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report, which assesses the state of climate change and progress towards keeping global temperature increases below 1.5ºC compared to pre-industrial levels with 83% probability.
Utilizing the IPCC's report as the basis of index construction, the S&P Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget Indices' methodology enables the indices within this suite to allocate and adjust a carbon budget across their constituents based on the year of the indices' launch. Therefore, for these series of 2022 vintage indices, this means an initial 25% cut in volumes of emissions as well as approximately 10% yearly emissions reduction based on their published index methodology.
This new index series, which utilizes climate data from S&P Global Sustainable1, complements S&P DJI's existing innovative suite of climate and ESG indices, and provides an alternative tool and index-based approach to measure climate and environmental-related risks and returns in investment portfolios.
More than half of global assets under management are now committed to net zero by 2050 through the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative which is part of the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ). These indices are designed to help address investors and more broadly, global corporations and the financial market's needs to meet decarbonization targets and decrease carbon emissions to net zero by 2050.
"Drawing on more than two decades of experience developing innovative sustainability-focused benchmarks, S&P Dow Jones Indices continues to develop trusted rules-based market gauges that increase transparency and promote long-term sustainability in global markets," said Reid Steadman, Global Head of ESG & Innovation at S&P Dow Jones Indices. "This new series of indices reflects the need to provide indexing solutions that support investors and companies in meeting their net zero goals as we continue to contribute to and build upon the progress the financial services industry has achieved to date," he added.
"The 2021 IPCC report signaled a 'code red' for humanity and the investment community is responding to this alarm call, with over half the world's assets under management now committed to net zero by 2050," said Richard Mattison, President of S&P Global Sustainable1. "It is essential that investors have access to simple, transparent and scalable tools to support their decision making, and we are proud to be launching this new series of indices to support investors in navigating the transition to a sustainable future."
The equity securities in the S&P Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget Indices are selected from an underlying universe of broad-market parent indices including the S&P 500, S&P Global BMI, S&P Europe BMI, S&P Developed BMI and S&P Emerging BMI.
The S&P Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget Indices are rebalanced annually. At each annual rebalance, the most up-to-date carbon emissions of the companies will be used to achieve the decarbonizations required while minimizing sector deviations. At launch the indices remain broadly invested with low tracking error relative to their parent indices.
By basing the rate of decarbonization on the carbon budget remaining for the planet, these indices reflect the time urgency of the net zero challenge. For future index launches, the -10% annual decarbonization required will increase with time as the carbon budget gradually shrinks.
For 2022, this maiden S&P Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget Indices launch includes:
- S&P Global Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget (2022 Vintage) Index
- S&P 500 Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget (2022 Vintage) Index
- S&P Europe Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget (2022 Vintage) Index
- S&P Emerging Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget (2022 Vintage) Index
- S&P Developed Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget (2022 Vintage) Index
The S&P Net Zero 2050 Carbon Budget Indices' methodology is published and available at S&P Dow Jones Indices' website: https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/.
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US wholesale inflation fell in July for 1st time in 2 years
WASHINGTON (AP) — Prices at the wholesale level fell from June to July, the first month-to-month drop in more than two years and a sign that some of the U.S. economy’s inflationary pressures cooled last month.
Thursday’s report from the Labor Department showed that the producer price index — which measures inflation before it reaches consumers — declined 0.5% in July. It was the first monthly drop since April 2020 and was down from a sharp 1% increase from May to June.
The easing of wholesale inflation suggests that consumers could get some relief from relentless inflation in the coming months. The wholesale report follows government data Wednesday that showed that consumer inflation was unchanged from June to July — the first flat figure after 25 straight months of increases.
Yet economists caution that it’s still too early to say that inflation is headed steadily lower.
“The July deceleration ... is a move in the right direction,” said Rubeela Farooqi, chief U.S. economist at High Frequency Economics. “But producer costs continue to rise at a rapid pace, well above target.”
Wholesale food prices rose 1% from June to July, a sign that grocery prices will likely keep rising in the coming months. The wholesale costs of eggs, beef and vegetables all jumped.
Trucking freight costs, though, fell 0.3%, evidence that some supply chain snarls are easing.
Inflation at the wholesale level still jumped 9.8% in July compared with a year earlier, suggesting that inflation will remain at painful levels for months to come. That was down from a year-over-year surge of 11.3% in June — near a four-decade high — and was the smallest annual rise in eight months.
Thursday’s report showed that wholesale gas prices tumbled 16.7% from June to July, a sign that retail prices at the pump will continue to decline this month and likely into September. Consumers are already seeing steady reductions: Gas prices fell below $4 a gallon, on average, on Thursday for the first time in five months.
The milder inflation data, and last month’s unexpectedly robust hiring that helped lower the unemployment rate to a half-century low of 3.5%, have provided President Joe Biden with some positive economic news after months of accelerating price spikes hammered his approval ratings. Congressional Republicans have made rising inflation a major line of attack in the upcoming midterm elections.
And the Federal Reserve has embarked on its fastest pace of interest rate hikes since the early 1980s in an effort to quell inflation, and will likely keep raising borrowing costs for the rest of this year. Its short-term rate is currently in a range of 2.25% to 2.5%, the highest since 2018.
Chair Jerome Powell has said the Fed would need to see a series of declining inflation readings before it would consider pausing its rate increases. The Fed could announce a third straight three-quarter point rate hike when it next meets in late September or instead carry out a less drastic half-point hike.
Thursday’s producer price data captures inflation at an earlier stage of production and can sometimes signal where consumer prices are headed. It also feeds into the Fed’s preferred measure of inflation, which is called the personal consumption expenditures price index.
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Feds sue operator of dog breeding facility, seize beagles
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RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Federal officials have accused a company that runs a Virginia facility breeding dogs for research of violating animal welfare law and recently seized at least 145 beagles found to be in acute distress. That’s according to a lawsuit the government filed Thursday against Envigo RMS. The facility in Cumberland County has been under increasing scrutiny for months, drawing concerns from animal rights groups, members of Congress and Virginia lawmakers. Repeated federal inspections since Envigo acquired the facility in 2019 have found dozens of violations. A spokesman said the company was working on a statement and would have a response Friday. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/05/20/feds-sue-operator-of-dog-breeding-facility-seize-beagles/ | 2022-05-20T16:23:17Z |
Illinois congressman leads “final” January 6th Committee hearing focusing on Donald Trump
Kinzinger and panel expected to reveal what Trump was doing as the Capitol attack unfolded.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - In the past six hearings, the American people have learned what led up to January 6th. Now, they’ll learn what Donald Trump was doing while the attack on the Capitol was unfolding.
In an interview with CBS’s Face the Nation Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger said “the president didn’t do very much, but gleefully watch television.”
“What was he not doing in trying to stop what was unfolding at the Capitol,” said Molly Reynolds, a Senior Fellow for the Brookings Institution.
Reynolds is researching the House Select Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol.
Reynolds says as one of two Republicans on the panel, Kinzinger has played a prominent role in revealing former President Donald Trump’s potential role in the attack.
“He’s been the lead questioner in a couple of these hearings,” said Reynolds. “A very public face. A public part of this investigation.”
Reynolds says she isn’t sure if Kinzinger will take a lead role in Thursday’s questioning, or if this will officially be the panel’s last primetime hearing.
“There’s a possibility that they’ll come back in the fall and want to do more hearings to investigate,” said Reynolds. “They’re continuing to learn more things.”
In his CBS interview, Kinzinger also said if he was a president sworn to defend the Constitution, he would have been going ballistic trying to save the Capitol, and that Trump did the opposite.
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SHANGHAI, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and HKEX: 2057) ("ZTO" or the "Company"), a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China, today announced that it will hold its annual general meeting of shareholders ("AGM") on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. (local time), at Building One, No. 1685 Huazhi Road, Qingpu District, Shanghai, 201708, China.
No proposal will be submitted to shareholders for approval at the AGM. Instead, the AGM will serve as an open forum for shareholders and holders of the Company's American depositary shares ("ADSs") to discuss Company affairs with management.
The board of directors of the Company has fixed the close of business on May 31, 2022 (Beijing Time) as the record date (the "Record Date") for determining the shareholders entitled to receive notice of the AGM or any adjournment or postponement thereof.
Holders of record of the Company's Class A ordinary shares or Class B ordinary shares, par value US$0.0001 per share in each case, at the close of business on the Record Date are entitled to attend the AGM and any adjournment or postponement thereof in person. Holders of the Company's ADSs are welcome to attend the AGM in person.
ZTO has filed its annual report on Form 20-F, including its audited financial statements, for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. ZTO's Form 20-F can be accessed on the Company's website at http://zto.investorroom.com, as well as on the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov.
ZTO has also published its annual report for Hong Kong purposes pursuant to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited ("HKEX"), which can be accessed on the Company's website at http://zto.investorroom.com as well as the HKEX's website at http://www.hkexnews.hk.
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ZTO operates a highly scalable network partner model, which the Company believes is best suited to support the significant growth of e-commerce in China. The Company leverages its network partners to provide pickup and last-mile delivery services, while controlling the mission-critical line-haul transportation and sorting network within the express delivery service value chain.
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– Four leading pediatric infectious disease institutions will study M2SR vaccine response in pediatric subjects, a population in which infection rates are often highest –
– Collaborative study led by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases' "Collaborative Influenza Vaccine Innovation Centers" program –
MADISON, Wis., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FluGen, Inc., a clinical-stage vaccine company transforming vaccine efficacy in infectious respiratory diseases, today announced the completion of enrollment of the first cohort in an age de-escalation clinical trial of M2SR (M2 Deficient Single Replication) live virus vaccine, the company's investigational supra-seasonal intranasal influenza (flu) vaccine, in volunteers ages 6 months to 17 years old. This study is the first of its kind to evaluate M2SR in children under 9 years old, a population with the greatest rates of flu infection each year and who are at higher risk of serious complications or death. The study, funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Collaborative Influenza Vaccine Innovation Centers (CIVICs) program will assess safety, tolerability, and immunological response to M2SR.
"Influenza can have serious complications in young children, a particularly vulnerable patient population, and there is a demonstrated need for improved vaccines that can mitigate the impact of the flu," said Dr. James Campbell, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Principal Investigator of the study. "The M2SR vaccine candidate has already shown a robust safety profile in adults, and we look forward to advancing scientific understanding of the potential benefits of M2SR in children."
The randomized, double-blind, dose-escalating, age de-escalating, placebo-controlled, Phase 1b study, (clinicaltrials.gov NCT04960397) is designed to evaluate a monovalent Singapore 2016 H3N2 M2SR influenza A vaccine in children. The primary endpoint is to measure the safety and tolerability of M2SR. The secondary endpoint is to assess the humoral immunogenicity (serum antibody and mucosal antibody responses) directed against the matched virus strain. The study will enroll 220 participants in three cohorts: 9-17 years old (n=45); 2-8 years old (n=115); and 6-23 months old (n=60); and will occur over two flu seasons. Participants will be randomized to receive either one or two doses of a monovalent M2SR vaccine (at increasing doses of 107, 108, or 109 TCID50) or placebo delivered intranasally. All participants will be offered the seasonal influenza vaccine at the end of the study period.
"The rate of influenza infection is highest in pediatric patients, and the current standard-of-care does not meet the needs of this unprotected population," said Paul Radspinner, President and Chief Executive Officer of FluGen. "We are pleased that the NIH has selected our M2SR flu vaccine candidate to be studied as part of its CIVICs program, and look forward to sharing further updates, and the initial results of the study, which are expected in the first half of 2023."
FluGen's novel supra-seasonal, intranasal M2SR flu vaccine has already been studied in more than 200 subjects aged 9 to 55 years and has shown a strong safety and immunogenicity profile. It is also being studied in a separate ongoing study in adults 55 to 85 years old. The study in pediatric subjects is supported by NIH CIVICs under contract numbers 75N93019C00055 to University of Maryland School of Medicine and 75N93019C00054 to Duke University. In addition to James Campbell, M.D. at the University of Maryland, Emmanuel Walter, M.D. at Duke University, Clarence Creech at Vanderbilt University and Patricia Winokur, M.D. at the University of Iowa will serve as investigators for the study.
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FluGen, Inc. is a clinical-stage vaccine company transforming vaccine efficacy in respiratory diseases. The company's lead candidate is M2SR, a supra-seasonal, live, single-replication, intranasal flu vaccine. Unlike standard of care flu vaccines, M2SR stimulates mucosal, humoral, and cellular immunity. In an unprecedented challenge trial, M2SR demonstrated protection against infection and illness across seven years of virus drift; and M2SR induces a durable antibody response with potential to cover an entire flu season and beyond. M2SR also has shown activity as a vaccine vector for other respiratory vaccines and infectious diseases, including a COVID-19/flu combination. For more information about FluGen, Inc., please visit http://www.FluGen.com/.
The M2 Deleted Single Replication Live Virus Vaccine (M2SR) offers a potentially differentiating clinical value proposition. FluGen's flu vaccine candidate works differently, stimulating mucosal, humoral, and cellular immunity, and offering unprecedented efficacy against infection and illness across seven years of virus drift, and documented immune response for at least six months.
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Florida says math textbooks taught critical race theory
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — After a delay of nearly a week, the Florida Department of Education has released two examples that it says back up its rejection of dozens of math textbooks because they contained questions and exercises based on Common Core or critical race theory, issues that opponents say are not actual problems.
The state did not identify which textbooks the examples come from, but one appears to be from an advanced high school algebra or statistics textbook and begins with the phrase, “What? Me? Racist?” It has students work with data reported by an online test that researchers say uncovers hidden attitudes toward different races.
The other appears to come from a teacher’s guide to a kindergarten or first-grade textbook. The lesson is entitled “Social and Emotional Learning - Building Student Agency”; students work together as they put the numbers 1 to 5 in proper order so they can “build proficiency with social awareness as they practice with empathizing with classmates.”
The state rejected more than 50 math textbooks — about 40% of those submitted. Despite the state’s disapproval, under Florida law individual districts can still buy the texts if at least half their book spending is on approved material.
“It seems some publishers attempted to slap a coat of paint on an old house built on the foundation of Common Core, and indoctrinating concepts like race essentialism, especially, bizarrely, for elementary school students,” Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a statement when the rejections were announced late last week. The examples were released Thursday.
Florida Democratic Party Chair Manny Diaz, a former Miami mayor, said in a statement that Florida has long had a system for picking appropriate books, but it is being politicized by the DeSantis administration.
“What Florida politicians are trying to do now is ignore the judgement of professionals and impose their own political views (behind closed doors) on every parent and child in Florida,” he said.
The Common Core standards are benchmarks adopted by more than 40 states to describe what students should know after completing each grade. The standards were developed by the National Governors Association but became a frequent target of Republicans after the Obama administration pushed states to adopt them.
Opponents contend Common Core includes inappropriate curriculum that is being forced on states. Florida adopted Common Core in the 2000s under Republican Gov. Jeb Bush, who was a strong proponent. But it dropped Common Core in 2020 under DeSantis, who said it was being replaced by “Common Sense.”
Critical race theory centers on the idea that racism is systemic in U.S. institutions and that they function to maintain the dominance of white people in society. There is little to no evidence that critical race theory is being taught to K-12 public school students, though some ideas central to it, such as lingering consequences of slavery, have been.
DeSantis signed a bill Friday that bars instruction that makes members of a race feel guilty for past actions committed by people of that same race, and bars teaching that meritocracy is racist. It also expands language on requiring teaching on the history of slavery and racial oppression.
The state education department said that the math examples released Thursday are not an exhaustive list of problems it says were reported in the rejected texts by parents. If the publishers want to re-seek approval, they have two weeks to resubmit their books without the content the state found problematic.
The high school example centered around racism is based on data released by the Implicit Bias Test, an online set of surveys whose organizers say uncover hidden attitudes on a variety of subjects. It is operated by Project Implicit, which was founded in 1998 by professors from three institutions: Harvard University, the University of Virginia and the University of Washington.
The rejected textbook does not ask the students to take the Implicit Bias Test, but the surveys are readily found online. In the race test, participants are shown a series of photos of white and Black faces mixed with positive and negative words such as “glad” or “sadness.” In one round, participants are asked to press as quickly as possible the same letter when presented with a white face or a positive word and another letter when presented with a Black face or a negative word.
In the next round, the mixture is reversed — users press the same key when presented with a white face or negative word and the other when presented with a Black face or a positive word. There are more rounds where keys are further reversed. Using accuracy and speed, the organizers believe they can uncover a person’s hidden bias to a particular race, if one exists.
In the example released by the state, students are asked to work with Project Implicit data that says younger and older people are more racially prejudiced than those in middle age and conservatives are more racially biased than liberals.
“If you want to teach your kid Woke Math, where ‘2+2=4′ is white supremacy, you’re free to buy any CRT math textbook you want. You just cannot force Florida taxpayers to subsidize this indoctrination,” the governor’s press secretary, Christina Pushaw, said on Twitter.
But Democratic Party Chair Diaz, a son of Cuban refugees, said the Republicans are trying to bend facts to their own narrative.
“Maintaining or advancing their power requires they control our lives and what we think. My parents did not escape communism in order to have their children live in another authoritarian government, plain and simple,” he said.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/04/22/florida-says-math-textbooks-taught-critical-race-theory/ | 2022-04-23T00:28:26Z |
Present and Future Fans of the #1 New Comedy Series Can Engage in "To Die For" Multi-City In-Person Activations and Unique Web3 Metaverse Experiences Leading Into the Series' Sophomore Season This Fall
NEW YORK, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CBS presents "Summer of GHOSTS," an immersive campaign honoring the "recently departed" first season of the CBS Original series GHOSTS and its upcoming sophomore season this fall. Throughout the summer, multi-city, in-person events and unique Web3 metaverse experiences will celebrate the spirited title characters and living leads of TV's #1 new comedy.
Each character will be honored with a distinctive "to die for" activation, bringing their individual worlds and stories into the here and now with a variety of in-person events, stunts and experiences. Fans will explore the lives (and afterlives) of the spirits, including Flower, a hippie from the '60s; Hetty, a Victorian society woman and wife of a 19th-century robber baron; Alberta, the saucy Prohibition-era lounge singer; Isaac, the 18th-century forgotten Founding Father; Sasappis, a sarcastic native from the 16th century; Pete, the upbeat '80s scout troop leader; Thorfinn, a Viking warrior from 1009; and Trevor, the slick, pantsless-for-eternity '90s finance bro. Also to be feted are Samantha and Jay, the present-day married "livings" who recently inherited Woodstone Mansion, the country estate inhabited by the spirits whom Samantha has the ability to see and hear. Adding to the intrigue, each activation will feature a limited-edition collectible character NFT, as well as gift cards for a month-long subscription to Paramount+ where viewers can watch GHOSTS' first season on demand.
As of mid-summer, fans from anywhere can also bridge dimensions between the living and the dead by virtually accessing the haunted grounds of Woodstone Mansion in a unique and easy-to-navigate Web3 GHOSTS experience. The metaverse will feature an additional release of the 10 character-specific exclusive collectible NFTs. Collecting all 10 will enable fans to unlock distinct experiences in the metaverse mansion, which will showcase the series' set in remarkable detail. The interactive experience will feature games and surprises as people explore the assorted rooms and grounds.
"It's exciting for us to bring our CBS Original comedy GHOSTS to life in ways that celebrate the characters of the show in creative, authentic and fun ways, all summer long," said Mike Benson, president and chief marketing officer of CBS. "We hope that fans of the series, as well as anyone who has never seen GHOSTS, will enjoy the experiences we've created and see why it's become the most popular new comedy on television."
The campaign sprang to life in a moment of surprise and delight during Paramount's Upfront Presentation at Carnegie Hall, as members of the series' cast performed a comical musical number in character, now available on more than 150 music streaming services worldwide (including Spotify, Apple Music and Pandora) as "GHOSTS: The Musical."
Next up for the activations in honor of each character are:
- Flower's Flowers – A flowery Los Angeles experience in June honoring the '60s bohemian spirit, Flower.
- Hetty-quette: a Book of Etiquette – A launch party for Hetty's book of social "Hetty-quette," even if her advice is a little dated!
- The Alberta Haynes Museum – The storied Alberta Haynes Museum, coming to life with an exclusive pop-up experience in Alberta's hometown of Altoona, Pa. For fans who can't make the trip in person, a tour on the GHOSTS social channels will showcase the artifacts, memorabilia and GHOSTS "Easter eggs."
- Sass's Ghost Stories – An evening storytelling performance in New York City to celebrate Sasappis' storytelling roots.
- Pete's Friend Zone – Pete's Pinecone Trooper-themed "Friend Zone" in San Diego, which will have a campsite feel, complete with A-frame-inspired tents for shade, activation stations and campsite snacks.
- Thorfinn's Viking Feast – A Viking lunch for Thorfinn, providing select fans with a Nordic-inspired dining experience at sea.
- Isaac's Victory – Isaac finally one-ups Alexander Hamilton when he's featured on an (wait for it … ) $11 bill!
- Trevor's Hamptons Party – The exclusive "Forever Trevor" '90s-themed Hamptons bash to give Trevor the party of his dreams.
- Sam & Jay's Woodstone Premiere – The world premiere screening event to kick off season two.
Fans can follow @GhostsCBS on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok for upcoming specifics on the campaign, and use #SummerOfGhosts to join in the fun.
Season two of the critically acclaimed #1 new comedy/series and breakout hit GHOSTS will premiere in its new time slot at 8:30 PM on Thursdays on CBS this fall, with repeats airing throughout the summer. The entire first season is available to stream on demand on Paramount+.
GHOSTS stars Rose McIver (Samantha), Utkarsh Ambudkar (Jay), Brandon Scott Jones (Isaac), Richie Moriarty (Pete), Danielle Pinnock (Alberta), Asher Grodman (Trevor), Román Zaragoza (Sasappis), Sheila Carrasco (Flower), Rebecca Wisocky (Hetty) and Devan Chandler Long (Thorfinn). Joe Port and Joe Wiseman are executive producers and showrunners. The series is produced by CBS Studios in association with Lionsgate Television and BBC Studios' Los Angeles production arm.
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WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Five people died Saturday in New Zealand after the small charter boat they were aboard capsized, authorities say, in what may have been a collision with a whale. Another six people aboard the boat were rescued.
Police said the 8.5-meter (28-foot) boat overturned near the South Island town of Kaikōura. Police said they were continuing to investigate the cause of the accident.
Kaikōura Police Sergeant Matt Boyce described it as a devastating and unprecedented event.
“Our thoughts are with everyone involved, including the victims and their families, their local communities, and emergency services personnel,” Boyce said.
He said police divers had recovered the bodies of all those who had died. He said all six survivors were assessed to be in stable condition at a local health center, with one transferred to a hospital in the city of Christchurch as a precaution.
Kaikōura Mayor Craig Mackle told The Associated Press that the water was dead calm at the time of the accident and the assumption was that a whale had surfaced from beneath the boat.
He said there were some sperm whales in the area and also some humpback whales traveling through.
He said locals had helped with the rescue efforts throughout the day but the mood in the town was “somber” because the water was so cold and they feared for the outcome of anybody who had fallen overboard.
Mackle said he’d thought in the past about the possibility of a boat and whale colliding, given the number of whales that frequent the region.
“It always plays on your mind that it could happen,” he said, adding that he hadn’t heard about any previous such accidents.
Mackle said the boat was a charter vessel typically used for fishing excursions. News agency Stuff reported the passengers belonged to a bird enthusiasts’ group.
Police said they were still notifying the relatives of those who died, and couldn’t yet publicly name the victims.
Vanessa Chapman told Stuff she and a group of friends had watched the rescue efforts unfold from Goose Bay, near Kaikōura. She said that when she arrived at a lookout spot, she could see a person sitting atop an overturned boat waving their arms.
She said two rescue helicopters and a third local helicopter were circling before two divers jumped out. She told Stuff that the person atop the boat was rescued and a second person appeared to have been pulled from the water.
Kaikōura is a popular whale-watching destination. The seafloor drops away precipitously from the coast, making for deep waters close to the shore. A number of businesses offer boat trips or helicopter rides so tourists can see whales, dolphins and other sea creatures up close.
Compliance agency Maritime New Zealand said it sent two investigators to the scene and would be conducting a thorough investigation once recovery operations had concluded.
Principal Investigator Tracy Phillips said the agency “offers its heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the people who have died.” | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-5-dead-after-new-zealand-boat-flips-in-possible-whale-strike/ | 2022-09-11T00:18:14Z |
LONDON (AP) — Queen Elizabeth II’s lying-in-state will be an occasion of regal symbolism, strong emotion — and an extremely long line.
Marshaling the hundreds of thousands of people who want to view the late monarch’s coffin will test Britain’s famous queuing skills to their limit.
Authorities overseeing the mammoth logistical challenge have consulted queue management experts and behavioral scientists to create not so much a line as a temporary community. It features 10 miles (16 kilometers) of “queuing infrastructure,” including moveable barriers and more than 500 portable toilets along a route leading to Parliament’s Westminster Hall, where the coffin will rest.
Hundreds of stewards, police officers and first-aid providers were assigned to look after the waiting crowds. Thirty multi-faith pastors and volunteers from a suicide prevention organization have been tasked with responding to the emotional needs of anyone who might be struggling. A pair of sign language interpreters also were expected to be on hand.
On Wednesday, the queen’s coffin was carried in a solemn procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall, where it will lie in state from 5 p.m. (1600 GMT) until 6:30 a.m. (0530 GMT) Monday, the day of her funeral.
Two hours before opening time, the line of mourners already stretched for 2 miles (3.2 km) from Parliament across nearby Lambeth Bridge and snaked along the south bank of the River Thames. The designated route stretches for 6.9 miles (11 kilometers) past the National Theatre, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Tate Modern art gallery and Tower Bridge to Southwark Park in south London, which can accommodate another 3 miles (4.8 km) of zigzagging queues.
Officials say they can’t predict how many people will line up to pay their respects at Westminster Hall, but it is likely to be many more than the 200,000 who visited the Queen Mother Elizabeth’s coffin over three days in 2002. Transit operator Transport for London estimates that more than 1 million people will travel to the city center to be part of commemorations through Monday.
Transport for London Commissioner Andy Byford called it “the biggest event and challenge that TfL has faced in its history.”
The government has warned that navigating the line will be a feat of endurance.
“You will need to stand for many hours, possibly overnight, with very little opportunity to sit down as the queue will be continuously moving,” it said in a set of detailed instructions for those wanting to come.
People will be able to check the line’s length and waiting times on the Department for Digital, Culture Media and Sport’s social media accounts. Those joining will be given numbered wristbands so they take food or toilet breaks without losing their place. A separate accessible line has been set up for people unable to stand for long stretches.
As ever in Britain, jumping the queue is a definite no-no. Officials hope mourners’ sense of fairness will make the line largely self-policing. Given the vagaries of British weather, people are advised to carry both an umbrella and sunscreen.
The government is offering other helpful hints: Bring food and drink, but be sure to consume it before reaching the front. Bring a portable power pack to keep phones charged.
When they reach Parliament, people will pass through airport-style security scans. Prohibited items include large bags, liquids, spray paint, knives, fireworks, flowers, candles, stuffed toys and “advertising or marketing messages.”
Those in the queue on Wednesday were convinced all the hassle would be worth it.
“To give up my day queuing is nothing compared to what she’s done for 70 years,” Gina Carver from Tunbridge Wells in southern England said of the late queen. “And she does feel like our grandmother.”
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MEXICO CITY, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Comisión Federal de Electricidad ("CFE" or the "Company"), a productive state enterprise of the Federal Government of the United Mexican States ("Mexico") announced today that it commenced a tender offer (the "Offer") to purchase for cash its 4.875% Notes due 2024 (the "2024 Notes"), 6.125% Notes due 2045 (the "2045 Notes"), 5.750% Notes due 2042 (the "2042 Notes"), 4.677% Notes due 2051 (the "2051 Notes"), 4.750% Notes due 2027 (the "2027 Notes") and 3.348% Notes due 2031 (the "2031 Notes" and, together with the 2024 Notes, the 2045 Notes, the 2042 Notes, the 2051 Notes, the 2027 Notes, the "Notes") for an aggregate purchase price, excluding accrued and unpaid interest ("Aggregate Purchase Price"), of up to US$1,000,000,000 (the "Maximum Consideration"), upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the offer to purchase dated May 19, 2022 (as it may be amended or supplemented from time to time, the "Offer to Purchase") and subject to (1) the maximum per series consideration for the 2024 Notes set forth in the table below (the "2024 Maximum Per Series Consideration"), (2) the acceptance priority level of each series of Notes (the "Acceptance Priority Level") and (3) possible proration, each as described herein and in the Offer to Purchase.
The following table sets forth certain information relating to the Offer:
Early Tender Consideration and Late Tender Consideration
Holders who validly tender their Notes on or prior to 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on June 2, 2022 (the "Early Tender Date") and do not validly withdraw their Notes on or prior to 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on June 2, 2022 (the "Withdrawal Date") will be eligible to receive the applicable Early Tender Consideration. The applicable Early Tender Consideration includes the applicable Early Tender Premium. Accrued Interest will be payable, in cash, in addition to the Early Tender Consideration.
Holders who validly tender their Notes after the Early Tender Date but on or prior to 11:59 p.m on June 16, 2022 (the "Expiration Date") will be eligible to receive the applicable Late Tender Consideration, which will be equal to the applicable Early Tender Consideration minus the applicable Early Tender Premium. Accrued Interest will be payable, in cash, in addition to the Late Tender Consideration.
CFE has agreed, subject to specified exceptions and limitations, to pay additional interest to participants in the Offer to cover Mexican withholding taxes on interest payments (including gains treated as interest with respect to the sale of the Notes tendered in the Offer and the applicable Accrued Interest), such that the amount received by such holders after deduction of the withholding tax on interest payments (including gains treated as interest with respect to the sale of the Notes tendered in the Offer and the applicable Accrued Interest) will equal the Early Tender Consideration or Late Tender Consideration, as applicable, and the Accrued Interest.
Determination of Consideration
The Early Tender Consideration payable by CFE for each US$1,000 principal amount of each series of Notes validly tendered at or prior to the Early Tender Date and accepted by us pursuant to the Offer will be calculated in accordance with standard market practice, as described in the Offer to Purchase, using the applicable yield to maturity (the "Offer Yield"), which will be equal to the sum of:
- the yield (the "Reference Yield"), as calculated by the Dealer Managers (as defined below), that equates to the bid-side price of the applicable Reference U.S. Treasury Security specified on the table above for such series of Notes at the Price Determination Date quoted on the Bloomberg reference page "FIT1" (or any other recognized quotation source selected by the Dealer Managers in their sole discretion if such quotation report is not available or is manifestly erroneous), plus
- the applicable Fixed Spread specified on the table above for such series of Notes.
Accordingly, the applicable Early Tender Consideration (which includes the applicable Early Tender Premium) payable by us for each US$1,000 principal amount of each series of Notes accepted by us will equal:
- the present value on the Early Settlement Date or, if there is no Early Settlement Date with respect to such series of Notes, the applicable Final Settlement Date, as determined at the Price Determination Date, of US$1,000 principal amount of such series of Notes due on the maturity date of such Notes and all scheduled interest payments on such principal amount of Notes to be made from (but excluding) the applicable Settlement Date, up to and including such maturity date, discounted to the applicable Settlement Date in accordance with standard market practice as described by the formula set forth in Annex A to the Offer to Purchase, at a discount rate equal to the applicable Offer Yield, minus
- the applicable Accrued Interest per US$1,000 principal amount of such Notes;
such price being rounded to the nearest cent per US$1,000 principal amount of such Notes.
The Late Tender Consideration payable by us for each US$1,000 principal amount of each series of Notes validly tendered and accepted by us, will be equal to the applicable Early Tender Consideration for such series of Notes minus the Early Tender Premium for such series of Notes.
Promptly after the Price Determination Date, CFE will issue a press release specifying the Offer Yield and Early Tender Consideration for each series of Notes.
Early Settlement and Final Settlement
Following the Early Tender Date and prior to the Expiration Date, CFE may, but is not required to, accept the Notes validly tendered at or prior to the Early Tender Date (the "Early Settlement Right"), provided that all conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase have been satisfied or waived by CFE (the date of such acceptance, the "Early Acceptance Date"). Notes accepted on an Early Acceptance Date, if any, will be settled promptly thereafter, currently expected to be on or about the third business day following the Early Tender Date (the "Early Settlement Date"). The "Final Settlement Date" is the date that CFE settles all Notes not previously settled on the Early Settlement Date, if any, and CFE expects such date to be promptly following the Expiration Date, but in any case on or prior to the second business day following the Expiration Date (any references to "Settlement Date" are to each of the Early Settlement Date and the Final Settlement Date as context may require).
Subject to applicable law, the Offer may be amended, extended or terminated. If CFE determines, in its sole discretion, to extend the Offer beyond the Expiration Date, there will be a new Final Settlement Date. During any extension of the Offer, all Notes previously tendered and not accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offer will remain subject to the Offer and may, subject to the terms and conditions of the Offer, be accepted for purchase by us. No extension of either the Early Tender Date or the Expiration Date will require the extension of withdrawal rights, unless required by applicable law.
Maximum Consideration; 2024 Maximum Per Series Consideration; Acceptance Priority Procedures
Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase CFE, is offering to purchase its outstanding Notes for cash for an Aggregate Purchase Price up to the Maximum Consideration. Subject to the Maximum Consideration and the other conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase, CFE will acquire validly tendered 2024 Notes up to the 2024 Maximum Per Series Consideration.
CFE expressly reserves its right, but is not required, to increase the Maximum Consideration or the 2024 Maximum Per Series Consideration in its sole discretion, without extending the Withdrawal Date, the Early Tender Date, the Expiration Date or any Settlement Date or otherwise reinstating withdrawal rights.
Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the conditions of the Offer, the Notes will be purchased in accordance with their Acceptance Priority Level pursuant to the following acceptance priority procedures:
- first, if the Aggregate Purchase Price of all Notes validly tendered at or prior to the Early Tender Date by holders does not exceed the Maximum Consideration and the 2024 Series Purchase Price validly tendered at or prior to the Early Tender Date by holders does not exceed the 2024 Maximum Per Series Consideration, then CFE will accept all such Notes validly tendered. However, if the Aggregate Purchase Price of all Notes validly tendered at or prior to the Early Tender Date by holders exceeds the Maximum Consideration, then CFE will (i) accept for purchase all validly tendered Notes of each series (subject to the 2024 Maximum Per Series Consideration and possible proration of the 2024 Notes) starting at the highest Acceptance Priority Level (level 1) and moving sequentially to Notes of each series having a lower Acceptance Priority Level (the lowest of which is level 6) until the Aggregate Purchase Price of all validly tendered Notes of a series, combined with the Aggregate Purchase Price of all accepted Notes of series with higher Acceptance Priority Levels, is as close as possible to, but does not exceed, the Maximum Consideration, (ii) accept on a prorated basis validly tendered Notes of the series with the next lower Acceptance Priority Level and (iii) not accept for purchase (x) any Notes of a series with an Acceptance Priority Level below the series prorated in accordance with (ii) hereof or (y) any Notes validly tendered after the applicable Early Tender Date; and
- second, if the Maximum Consideration is not exceeded at the Early Tender Date, CFE will repeat the steps described in the prior bullet using the Aggregate Purchase Price and 2024 Series Purchase Price with respect to Notes validly tendered after the Early Tender Date, but at or prior to the Expiration Date, in order to determine the aggregate principal amount of such Notes that CFE will accept for purchase. All Notes, regardless of Acceptance Priority Level, that are validly tendered at or prior to the Early Tender Date will have priority over any Notes validly tendered after the Early Tender Date.
All Notes not accepted as a result of proration or otherwise will be rejected from the Offer and will be promptly returned to the tendering Holder.
Conditions
CFE's obligation to accept for purchase, and to pay for, any Notes validly tendered pursuant to the Offer, is conditioned upon the satisfaction of certain customary conditions as described in the Offer to Purchase. CFE reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to waive any and all conditions of the Offer. The Offer is not conditioned on any minimum amount of Notes being tendered.
The Dealer Managers
CFE has retained BBVA Securities Inc., Citigroup Global Markets Inc., Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. and Mizuho Securities USA LLC to act as dealer managers in connection with the Offer (the "Dealer Managers"). Any questions or requests for assistance regarding the Offer may be directed to the Dealer Managers at their contact information set forth below.
The Tender Agent and the Information Agent
Copies of the Offer to Purchase may be obtained from Global Bondholder Services Corporation, the tender agent and the information agent for the Offer, at +1 (855) 654-2015 (toll-free) or +1 (212) 430-3774 (collect).
Disclaimer
This press release must be read in conjunction with the Offer to Purchase. This announcement and the Offer to Purchase contain important information which must be read carefully before any decision is made with respect to the Offer. If any holder of Notes is in any doubt as to the action it should take, it is recommended to seek its own legal, tax, accounting and financial advice, including as to any tax consequences, immediately from its stockbroker, bank manager, attorney, accountant or other independent financial or legal adviser. Any individual or company whose Notes are held on its behalf by a broker, dealer, bank, custodian, trust company or other nominee or intermediary must contact such entity if it wishes to participate in the Offer. None of the Company, the Dealer Managers, the Tender Agent and the Information Agent and any person who controls, or is a director, officer, employee or agent of any such person, or any affiliate of any such person, makes any recommendation as to whether holders of Notes should participate in the Offer.
The Offer to Purchase has not been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, nor has it been filed with or reviewed by any federal or state securities commission or regulatory authority of any country. No authority has passed upon the accuracy or adequacy of the Offer to Purchase, and it is unlawful and may be a criminal offense to make any representation to the contrary.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND IN THE OFFER TO PURCHASE IS EXCLUSIVELY CFE'S RESPONSIBILITY AND HAS NOT BEEN REVIEWED OR AUTHORIZED BY THE MEXICAN NATIONAL BANKING AND SECURITIES COMMISSION (COMISIÓN NACIONAL BANCARIA Y DE VALORES, OR THE "CNBV"). CFE HAS NOT FILED AND WILL NOT FILE WITH THE CNBV A REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION OF THE OFFER. THE OFFER DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A PUBLIC OFFERING (OFERTA PÚBLICA) OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING AN OFERTA PÚBLICA DE ADQUISICIÓN) IN MEXICO AND IT MAY NOT BE PUBLICLY DISTRIBUTED IN MEXICO. THE OFFER MAY ONLY BE MADE AVAILABLE IN MEXICO TO INVESTORS THAT QUALIFY AS INSTITUTIONAL OR ACCREDITED INVESTORS (INVERSIONISTAS INSTITUCIONALES OR INVERSIONISTAS CALIFICADOS), SOLELY PURSUANT TO THE PRIVATE OFFERING EXEMPTION SET FORTH IN NUMERAL I. OF ARTICLE 8 OF THE MEXICAN SECURITIES MARKET LAW (LEY DEL MERCADO DE VALORES). IN MAKING A DECISION AS TO WHETHER TO TENDER ANY OF THEIR NOTES, ALL HOLDERS MUST RELY ON THEIR OWN REVIEW AND EXAMINATION OF THE TERMS OF THE OFFER. CFE WILL NOTIFY THE CNBV OF THE RESULTS OF THE OFFER FOR INFORMATIONAL AND STATISTICAL PURPOSES ONLY, AND THE FILING OR RECEIPT OF SUCH NOTICE BY THE CNBV DOES NOT IMPLY ANY CERTIFICATION AS TO THE INVESTMENT QUALITY OF THE NOTES, CFE'S SOLVENCY, LIQUIDITY OR CREDIT QUALITY OR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN.
The Offer is being made solely on the terms and conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase. Under no circumstances shall this press release constitute an offer to buy or the solicitation of an offer to sell the Notes or any other securities of the Company or any of its subsidiaries. The Offer is not being made to, nor will the Company accept tenders of Notes from, holders in any jurisdiction in which the Offer or the acceptance thereof would not be in compliance with the securities or blue sky laws of such jurisdiction.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this press release may be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are information of a non-historical nature or which relate to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties. No assurance can be given that the transactions described herein will be consummated or as to the ultimate terms of any such transactions. CFE undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information or future events or for any other reason.
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Piece of concrete smashes into semi-truck’s windshield on I-69
By Stephen Borowy
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GENESSEE COUNTY, Michigan (WNEM) — Police are investigating after a driver had a chunk of concrete smashed into the windshield of a semitruck while it was traveling west on I-69 near the Nichols Road overpass in Genesee County.
It happened about 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 20. The driver, the lone occupant of the semi-truck, was not injured, according to the Clayton Township Police Department.
At this time, it’s unclear if the piece of concrete, which weighs between 2 and 3 ounces, fell off the bridge or was thrown from the overpass, police said.
Police said they did not receive any other reports of objects being thrown off or falling off of any overpasses.
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Digital business transformation company uses LumApps' Employee Experience Platform to deliver one of the world's most innovative and best-designed intranets of 2022
AUSTIN, Texas, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LumApps, a leading Employee Experience Platform, is delighted to announce that its customer, Publicis Sapient, has been named one of the World's Best Intranets of 2022 by the world-renowned user-experience (UX) research firm, Nielsen Norman Group (NN/g).
"This is one of the most impressive LumApps use cases we have seen and a significant example of how modern organizations are using digital tools to connect their people around the world – whether working in the office or remote," said Chris McLaughlin, CMO at LumApps.
Publicis Sapient is a digital business transformation company with more than 50 offices worldwide. The company partnered with LumApps to build an innovative, new digital workspace experience that connects people with the content and knowledge they need to succeed in their jobs and helps build meaningful relationships with team members remotely.
"Engaging our people and enhancing the employee experience has become a business imperative in the wake of the pandemic. We have people around the globe who travel internationally and are working off-site from mobile devices, so it's important as an organization that we meet them where they are to keep them informed and find ways to create human connections and knowledge-sharing opportunities," said Elizabeth Schaefermann, Associate Director Product Management at Publicis Sapient. "LumApps played a critical role in helping us achieve that goal by providing the foundational technology to deliver experiences to employees."
More than 20,000 employees already use the new Publicis Sapient intranet in various geographies to share news, client stories, the company's initiatives, core values, and strategic goals. The site was among only ten selected by NN/g as the world's best intranets of 2022. Winners are chosen through an expert review on design and usability. NN/g recognized Publicis Sapient for its:
- Streamlined communication and storytelling: The Internal Communications Team can deliver targeted news articles and content authors can surface relevant content through widgets and metadata.
- Employee recognition schemes: The digital workspace is used to gather nominations for various awards, including its Core Values Awards.
- App directory: The intranet provides a searchable and filterable directory of apps that provide direct access to operational, career-building, and delivery tools.
- Active communities and employee volunteer programs: Employees can become members of many different communities, and there are numerous volunteer opportunities publicized.
- Collaboration features: Employees can like, comment, and share community posts, which facilitates discussion and encourages a culture of feedback.
- Auto-archiving content: The intranet notifies original content owners when content is due for review through site notifications. Outdated content is auto-archived until it is refreshed.
"Publicis Sapient's intranet supports and connects a multinational workforce with its vibrant design, thoughtfully designed pages, and abundance of employee communities and knowledge-sharing initiatives. This award-winning intranet helps employees from all over the globe connect with the company's culture, goals, and the latest news. This stimulates discussion and the sharing of best practices, and ultimately gives employees a voice, thus delivering on its name, 'Vox,' which means 'voice' in Latin," said UX pioneer and expert Jakob Nielsen, principal, Nielsen Norman Group.
For over 20 years, NN/g has analyzed thousands of intranet platforms worldwide, focusing on user experience, trends, and best practices.
To learn more about the Publicis Sapient use case, visit: https://bit.ly/3bElocD.
LumApps is a cloud-native Employee Experience Platform launched in 2015. Integrated with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 collaborative suites, LumApps intelligently connects employees to the information and business applications they need to be productive, engaged, and empowered. Whether in the office or in the field, on desktop or mobile app and in any language, LumApps enables knowledge management and best practices sharing across communities. LumApps also automates HR processes and orchestrates personalized journeys for key phases in the employee life cycle, such as onboarding, interviews with managers and more.
With over 300 employees in 7 offices on 3 continents, LumApps serves some of the biggest companies in the world, such as Airbus, Air Liquide, Electronic Arts, Galeries Lafayette, Japan Airlines, Publicis Sapient, Stellantis, The Economist, Valeo, and Veolia, and has over 4 million users worldwide.
Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation company. We partner global organizations to help them create and sustain competitive advantage in a world that is increasingly digital. We operate through our expert SPEED capabilities: Strategy and Consulting, Product, Experience, Engineering and Data, which combined with our culture of curiosity and deep industry knowledge, enables us to deliver meaningful impact to our clients' businesses through reimagining the products and experiences their customers truly value. Our agile, data-driven approach equips our clients' businesses for change, making digital the core of how they think and what they do. Publicis Sapient is the digital business transformation hub of Publicis Groupe with 20,000 people and over 50 offices worldwide. For more information, visit publicissapient.com.
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EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – New Mexico residents are one signature away from getting $500 to $1,000 from the state to compensate for rising gas prices and inflation.
The state legislature late Tuesday approved the Household Relief Payments bills providing two $250 payments for single state residents who filed an income tax and two $500 payments for joint filers. The bill passed by both the House and Senate in a one-day special session is now awaiting the signature of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham.
“Many working New Mexico families have had to cut back on day-to-day expenses to make ends meet,” said House Majority Leader Javier Martínez, D-Albuquerque. “This special session, we are working together to provide relief to working families and make sure that every New Mexican can benefit from the record revenues to our state.”
Once the governor signs the bill — which she is expected to do– the tax-rebate payments would be disbursed in equal amounts in June and September. The money is coming from general fund revenues boosted by gas and oil taxes. A total of $338.7 million would be drawn from each of the next two fiscal years’ coffers.
“I thank the Legislature for acting quickly and answering my call to protect New Mexicans’ paychecks, building on the half a billion dollars in tax relief that we worked together to enact earlier this year,” Lujan Grisham tweeted on Wednesday.
Seniors and people with disabilities with no taxable income are also eligible, and those who did not file income taxes are covered by a $20 million special fund on a first-come basis. Only dependents on a parent or guardian’s tax form would be excluded.
“We have the opportunity to build on the work we did during the recent 30-day session to put more money back into the pockets of New Mexicans at a time when they need it,” said House Taxation and Revenue Committee Chair, Representative Christine Chandler. D-Los Alamos.
The state earlier this year approved tax rebates and a child income tax credit for families. | https://cw33.com/news/border-report-news/new-mexico-residents-told-500-state-relief-checks-headed-their-way/ | 2022-04-06T22:23:11Z |
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision allowing states to ban abortion stirred alarm Friday among LGBTQ advocates, who feared that the ruling could someday allow a rollback of legal protections for gay relationships, including the right for same-sex couples to marry.
In the court’s majority opinion overturning the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision, Justice Samuel Alito said the decision applied only to abortion. But critics of the court’s conservative majority gave the statement no credence.
“I don’t buy that at all,” said Lawrence Gostin, a professor of medicine at Georgetown University and director of its Institute for National and Global Health Law. “It really is much more extreme than the justices are making it out to be.”
He added: “It means that you can’t look to the Supreme Court as an impartial arbiter of constitutional rights because they’re acting more as culture warriors.”
Gostin and others pointed to a separate concurring opinion in which Justice Clarence Thomas said the court should review other precedents, including its 2015 decision legalizing same-sex marriage, a 2003 decision striking down laws criminalizing gay sex and a 1965 decision declaring that married couples have a right to use contraception.
“Let’s just be clear. Today is about this horrifying invasion of privacy that this court is now allowing, and when we lose one right that we have relied on and enjoyed, other rights are at risk,” said Jim Obergefell, the plaintiff in the landmark ruling legalizing same-sex marriage, who is now running as a Democrat for the Ohio House.
Abortion opponents celebrated the potential for states to ban abortion after nearly 50 years of being prevented from doing so. Some argued that the case did not have implications beyond that, noting Alito’s words.
“And to ensure that our decision is not misunderstood or mischaracterized, we emphasize that our decision concerns the constitutional right to abortion and no other right,” Alito wrote. “Nothing in this opinion should be understood to cast doubt on precedents that do not concern abortion.”
Kristen Waggoner, legal director for the Alliance Defending Freedom, which helped defend the Mississippi abortion law at issue in the ruling, said the high court’s decision makes it clear that “the taking of human life is unlike any other issue.” She said raising other issues shows the weakness of critics’ arguments about abortion.
Still, said Paul Dupont, a spokesman for the conservative anti-abortion American Principles Project, conservatives are optimistic about the potential for future victories on cultural issues, though getting more states to ban abortion is “a huge enough battle.”
“If there is a thought that this could apply elsewhere, you know, they’re not going to say it here, and we’re just going to have to see,” Dupont said.
Other factors could protect those rulings on birth control and LGBTQ rights, too. The Obergefell decision that legalized same-sex marriage was based on equal protection, and hundreds of thousands of couples have relied on it to wed, a precedent that many courts would be loath to disturb.
Still, a sharp increase in anti-LGBTQ rhetoric in the U.S. and opposition to specific kinds of birth control on the right have advocates concerned that those rights are vulnerable.
Some abortion opponents treat some forms of contraception as forms of abortion, particularly IUDs and emergency birth control such as Plan B, also known as the “morning after” pill. Lawmakers in Idaho and Missouri last year discussed banning state funding for emergency contraception, and Idaho prevents public schools or universities from dispersing it.
“It’s all interconnected, because at its base, birth control and abortion are both types of health care that help people have bodily autonomy,” said Mara Gandal-Powers, director of birth control access for the National Women’s Law Center, which supports abortion rights. “I’m very concerned about where this is going to go.”
The Supreme Court’s three most liberal members argued that the majority decision “breaches a core rule-of-law principle, designed to promote constancy in the law” and “places in jeopardy” other rights.
At the White House, President Joe Biden pledged to do everything in his power to defend a woman’s right to have an abortion in states where it will be banned. He warned that the ruling could undermine rights to contraception and gay marriage: “This is an extreme and dangerous path.”
Then there is Thomas’ concurring opinion, which Sarah Warbelow, legal director for the pro-LGBTQ-rights Human Rights Campaign, called an invitation for “stirring up fringe organizations, fringe politicians who want to harm the LGBTQ community.”
“There are clearly members of the court who have an outdated notion of what America looks like today and have a fantasy of returning to their painted idealism of a 1940s, 1950s America, certainly not what it really was in the 1940s and ’50s,” she said. “And that is terrifying.”
Jason Pierceson, a University of Illinois political scientist, said he doesn’t see the conservative majority stopping with abortion.
“They are sending signals to the conservative legal movement, which has a lot of momentum right now because of this victory, to keep going and to keep bringing cases to them over the next several years that will give them opportunities to go further,” Pierceson said.
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong, a Democrat, called the decision “dangerous” and warned that it carves the nation into two parts. He predicted there will be “a tsunami of radical litigation and legislation aimed at further eroding rights we have taken for granted.”
“Make no mistake — this is just the beginning of a systematic right-wing effort to rewrite decades of bedrock legal precedent,” he said.
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Associated Press writers Jessica Gresko in Washington, Susan Haigh in Hartford, Connecticut, Julie Carr Smyth in Columbus, Ohio, and Lindsay Whitehurst, in Salt Lake City, contributed to this report.
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For AP’s full coverage of the Supreme Court ruling on abortion, go to https://apnews.com/hub/abortion | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/with-roe-dead-some-fear-rollback-of-lgbtq-and-other-rights/ | 2022-06-24T21:30:36Z |
WASHINGTON, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SnapAttack, the continuous purple teaming and threat hunting platform, today announced a partnership with Securonix Inc., a leader in NextGen SIEM, to drive threat-informed defense and deliver robust behavioral detections at scale.
According to Peter Prizio, SnapAttack's Chief Executive Officer, threat detection is paramount to cybersecurity breach responses, and this partnership between SnapAttack and Securonix will enable threats to be detected earlier therefore enabling a swifter response.
"SnapAttack accelerates an organization's ability to respond to threat intelligence and turn that response into behavioral detections that will detect bad-actor activity even more proactively. The launch of this strategic partnership places Securonix Threat Labs in a lead position to with the war on security content, and provides SnapAttack huge value in rapidly delivering our innovations to Securonix's large customer base," said Prizio.
The collaborative partnership is designed to bring the highest-quality behavioral detections into the Securonix NextGen SIEM to enable joint customers with the ability and confidence to rapidly respond to new and emerging threats. SnapAttack will enable joint customers to gain visibility into their threat detection program and deploy robust, validated detection analytics to their environment, hunt for malicious activity, gain context for triaging alerts with true-positive attack data, and test and validate their detections.
Nanda Santhana, Senior Vice President of Securonix, explains that SnapAttack's platform enables a rapid creation of new detections that eliminate false positives whereby supplying end-users with a higher fidelity stream of detection.
"SnapAttack has allowed Securonix to increase its ability to release new detections based upon the most up-to-date and proactive threat intelligence acquired through SnapAttack's technology," said Santhana. "This turnkey partnership provides the process of emulating adversary activity and pivoting it into effective threat detection analytics that can immediately defend indicators of compromise."
Prizio adds that the ultimate highlight of the partnership is speed in security operations, delivering threat-informed defense to organizations across all industries.
"Rapid detection breeds rapid response and mitigation," said Prizio. "It's all about acceleration and velocity. From the immediacy of the ability to prevent threat actors from accomplishing their objectives to securing alignment around the access approach to behavioral detections, end-users will greatly benefit from the capabilities of this new platform."
SnapAttack (www.snapattack.com) is an emergent threat-informed security operations company with novel solutions that enable threat hunting and detection through collaboration around threat intelligence, attack emulation, and behavioral analytics. This approach yields security operations teams efficiency that scales, and improves coverage and confidence in defensive posture through integration and collaboration between offensive teams and defenders. SnapAttack's seasoned experts deliver forward-leaning threat hunting, detection-as-code, and continuous purple teaming in a single vendor-agnostic solution recently awarded patent US 11,316,875 B2 (April 26, 2022). SnapAttack was incubated in Booz Allen's Dark Labs and is rooted in years of real experience in both nation-state and commercial cyber operations and tradecraft. In 2021, SnapAttack was established as an independent company focused on rapidly evolving its platform capabilities.
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Veterans of multibillion-dollar gift card industry offer an adaptable, end-to-end gift card management solution so companies can focus on their core business
DALLAS, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TOTUS, a leading company to issue and fully manage multi-channel gift card programs for brands in a range of industries, has launched with significant seed financing to address a major unmet need in the multibillion-dollar gift card market.
Led by industry veterans with a combined 100 years of experience pioneering and managing gift card programs, TOTUS offers a scalable, adaptable program that manages issuance, distribution, marketing and all complex legal, compliance and regulatory work that gift card programs require.
"Global gift card sales could exceed $1 trillion within the next five years," TOTUS co-founder and CEO Dave Jones says. "But creating and managing these programs is not a core competency for any business. That's why we founded TOTUS. Brands need a partner that has expertise in everything from compliance to card production to processing to fraud prevention to distribution and marketing. Our team has that expertise, enabling us to offer our brand partners an end-to-end solution that's scalable and easily adapted across industries."
Jones co-founded TOTUS after 20 years of entrepreneurial and leadership experience in the e-commerce and payments industries, having served as a Head of the Digital and Incentives divisions at Blackhawk Network, a global gift card company acquired by Silverlake Private Equity in 2018. Jones' previous founder successes include exits with CardLab, PAYjr, RewardLayer and Billserv. He has also held senior roles with BillMatrix, Fiserv and JP Morgan Chase. The senior leadership team at TOTUS is comprised of veterans from gift card provider SVM, CardLab, Blackhawk Network and other leading payments, gift card and e-commerce companies.
"Launching a gift card program was a critical part of our strategy to grow our business," says Ben Soppitt, CEO of Unifimoney, a customer of TOTUS. "When we started the process, we were surprised to learn how complex it is to navigate the legal, regulatory, compliance and tactical operations of gift cards. TOTUS was the only partner we could find to take this off our plate and bring the necessary experience to ensure it's done correctly. Within days of our initial conversations with the team, we had a structure and agreement that met our needs and will allow us to achieve the sales and distribution we're looking for."
Jones is scheduled to share his vision for TOTUS and insights on the fast-growing gift card industry at the Lead Innovation Summit in Brooklyn, New York on July 12-13, an event where more than 1,700 leaders in retail, fashion and consumer innovation connect with the world's top brands. Jones will be speaking on July 12 at 1:30pm ET alongside other industry leaders, including Brandon Gell, Founder and CEO of Clyde, Benjamin Davis, Founder and CEO of TryNow and Adam Rivietz, Co-Founder and CSO of #paid.
TOTUS is in the process of launching with a dozen leading brands, to be announced, from a variety of industries and verticals. TOTUS raised significant capital from angel investors, prompting the company's inception in February 2022. Financial terms were not disclosed.
TOTUS partners with top brands to create best-in-class, multi-channel gift card solutions. Founded by established leaders in gift card issuance and program management, TOTUS is the first to offer businesses a scalable, adaptable gift card solution that includes issuance, processing, card production, inventory management, customer service, fraud prevention, distribution, account management, business development and marketing. For more information, visit https://tot.us/.
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Show airing weekly on WNYC, Saturday evenings after All Things Considered
Joining WNYC carrying the program are WLRN and WGCU (Miami), KVPR (Central California), WBHM (Birmingham), WYSO (Southern Ohio), and Wyoming Public Radio.
NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelligence Squared U.S., the nation's leader in provocative nonpartisan debates, has kicked off a weekly show on public radio stations across the country. The hour-long program is now airing on WNYC Radio every Saturday at 6:00 PM ET following All Things Considered, as the veteran media brand transitions to a weekly release schedule across its public radio, podcast, and video platforms.
The weekly show will feature new debates and conversations furthering Intelligence Squared U.S.'s mission of combating extreme polarization by exposing audiences to smart arguments across a range of timely issues. Episodes will come out every Friday in podcast apps and air soon after every week on a range of public radio stations across the country, with more being announced regularly.
The programming schedule for the next two months is as follows:
- August 5: Should We Eat More Processed Foods?
- August 12: Should We Indict Trump?
- August 19: Is Cancel Culture Toxic?
- August 26: Should We Do Away With the SAT?
- September 2: Will AI Do More Harm than Good?
- September 9: Activism in Healthcare
- September 16: Can We Separate Art from the Artist?
- September 23: Is Amazon Good for Small Business?
- September 30: Will Dollar Dominance Last?
To mark the launch of the new weekly show for public radio, Intelligence Squared U.S. will take the stage live on August 31st at PRPD Public Radio Content Conference in New Orleans to debate a timely question: "Is public radio still relevant in a digital world?"
"In our increasingly divided world, Americans deserve a contempt-free zone for hearing both sides of the issues," said Clea Conner, CEO of Intelligence Squared U.S. "We are thrilled to offer our program on a weekly basis to help expose public radio listeners to a range of ideas on some of the most important questions of our time."
The program was made possible in part by a generous grant from the Laura and Gary Lauder Family Venture Philanthropy Fund, contributing up to $1.25 million over four years to initiate the Debate for Understanding program.
"The ability to consider and learn from each other's perspectives is crucial for our democracy to function," said Laura Lauder. "We are thrilled to support Intelligence Squared U.S.'s new program, Debate for Understanding, to enable all Americans to explore the most pressing issues of our time through debates conducted with civility and respect."
The new show builds on a remarkable recent run for the veteran media platform. Just last month, Intelligence Squared U.S. won six Telly Awards for excellence in digital programming. The nonprofit media organization has also produced recent debates in partnership with Bloomberg, IBM, the German Marshall Fund, the Richmond Forum, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, and more. The program will continue to air on other public radio stations across the country and via the Intelligence Squared U.S. podcast and YouTube channel.
Intelligence Squared U.S. was founded to address a fundamental problem in America: the extreme polarization of our nation and our politics. Through its award-winning live debates and associated programming, the nonprofit organization serves as a model for responsible media in a new age - fair, intelligent, nonpartisan - while restoring critical thinking, facts, reason, and civility to public discourse. Recognized as "Best Podcast Event of 2020" by Adweek, Intelligence Squared U.S. reaches millions through multi-platform distribution, including public radio, podcasts, video live streaming, newsletters, interactive digital content, and on-demand apps. With over 220 debates and counting, plus additional podcast and video content, the organization has encouraged the public to "think twice" on a wide range of provocative topics for over a decade. Intelligence Squared U.S. was initiated by The Rosenkranz Foundation, which continues to provide major support.
For more information on Intelligence Squared U.S., please contact Ray Padgett (raypadgett@shorefire.com) or Mark Satlof (msatlof@shorefire.com) at Shore Fire Media.
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Topeka students get hands-on barnyard experience
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka students had some fun with barnyard animals on Thursday, April 21, thanks to Advisors Excel.
Advisors hosted a barnyard event for students from Sheldon Head Start and Pine Ridge Prep Preschool. The event featured a live animal petting zoo with ducks, pigs, goats, puppies, and sheep, but teachers and staff said the event brings a unique opportunity for the kids.
“The experience, I mean this is something that maybe some of them have never had the opportunity to be around, you know real-life farm animals,” said Gabrielle Tanner, Sheldon Head Start, and Pine Ridge Prep Preschool’s Principal. “For some of our friends, honestly, sitting with the puppies seemed therapeutic and just the joy of being with animals. Kids are amazing, couple them with animals and you’ve got nothing cuter or loving.”
Tanner thanked Advisors Excel for the event since this is the first barnyard event put together since 2019, because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“A huge thank you to advisors excel for one being willing and two putting in the effort and work to make an event like this happen,” said Tanner. “We know it is a lot.”
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UCLA’s Jules Bernard to enter NBA draft, won’t hire agent
LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA guard Jules Bernard has declared for the NBA draft. The senior won’t hire an agent to preserve his eligibility. He announced his plans on his Instagram account. Bernard has one year of eligibility remaining after the NCAA allowed an extra year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. He averaged 12.8 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists playing in all 35 games last season. Bernard is the second Bruins player to enter the draft. Freshman Peyton Watson has hired an agent, ending his college eligibility. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/19/uclas-jules-bernard-to-enter-nba-draft-wont-hire-agent/ | 2022-04-20T01:57:27Z |
9% Growth in Total Revenues to $1.2 Billion
17% Growth in Professional Service Revenues to $182 million
Net Income per Diluted Share of $1.35 and Adjusted Net Income per Diluted Share $1.72
DUBLIN, Calif., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TriNet Group, Inc. (NYSE: TNET), a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small and medium-size businesses, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. The second quarter highlights below include non-GAAP financial measures which are reconciled later in this release.
Second quarter highlights include:
- Total revenues increased 9% to $1.2 billion as compared to the same period last year.
- Professional service revenues increased 17% to $182 million as compared to the same period last year.
- Net income was $85 million, or $1.35 per diluted share, compared to net income of $91 million, or $1.37 per diluted share, in the same period last year.
- Adjusted Net Income was $108 million, or $1.72 per diluted share, compared to Adjusted Net Income of $104 million, or $1.56 per diluted share, in the same period last year.
- Adjusted EBITDA was $162 million, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $154 million, in the same period last year.
- Finished the second quarter with over 610,000 Users across our PEO and HCM products.
- Average PEO WSEs increased 6% as compared to the same period last year, to approximately 351,000.
- Average HCM Users for the period was approximately 253,000.
- At June 30, 2022, TriNet had cash and cash equivalents of $336 million and total debt of $495 million.
"TriNet's strong second quarter financial results, delivered in the context of an increasingly difficult macroeconomic environment, reflect the strength of our customer base and our operational discipline," said Burton M. Goldfield, TriNet's President and CEO. "In the quarter, we were able to leverage three important dynamics and highlight TriNet's value to the market. First, our customers who reside in our core verticals continued to grow and add employees. Second, we started to realize the promise of the combined TriNet and TriNet Zenefits offerings as customers optimized their HR needs and moved between the two products. Finally, the Supreme Court Dobbs' ruling extended regulatory complexity to health care increasing the value of TriNet's benefits offering."
Mr. Goldfield added, "In this period of economic uncertainty and regulatory complexity, TriNet will continue to strive to act in the best interests of all of our stakeholders. We are listening to our customers, and we are leveraging our scale to create products and services that best fit their needs. We are positioned well for a strong second half, and we believe the long term secular trends remain supportive for TriNet."
Third Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Guidance
In addition to announcing our second quarter 2022 results, we provide our third quarter and full-year 2022 guidance. Non-GAAP financial measures are reconciled later in this release. Percentages reflect the increase or (decrease) from the prior year quarter and prior year end.
Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q
We anticipate filing our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q ("Form 10-Q") for the first half of 2022 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and making it available at http://www.trinet.com today, July 26, 2022. This press release should be read in conjunction with the Form 10-Q and the related Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations contained in the Form 10-Q.
Earnings Conference Call and Audio Webcast
TriNet will host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) today to discuss its second quarter results for 2022 and provide second quarter and full-year financial guidance for 2022. TriNet encourages participants to pre-register for the conference call. Callers who pre-register will be given a unique PIN to gain immediate access to the call and bypass the live operator. To pre-register, go to: https://dpregister.com/sreg/10169096/f3a24c8ba0. For those who would like to join the call but have not pre-registered, they can do so by dialing +1 (412) 317-5426 and requesting the "TriNet Conference Call." The live webcast of the conference call can be accessed on the Investor Relations section of TriNet's website at http://investor.trinet.com. A replay of the webcast will be available on this website for approximately one year. A telephonic replay will be available for two weeks following the conference call at +1 (412) 317-0088 conference ID: 7851836.
About TriNet
TriNet provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service HR solutions tailored by industry. To free SMBs from HR complexities, TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation and compliance, payroll, all enabled by industry leading technology capabilities. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Payroll and Time & Attendance. From Main Street to Wall Street, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most—growing their business and enabling their people. TriNet, incredible starts here. For more information, visit TriNet.com or follow us on Twitter.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures to TriNet's financial results as determined in accordance with GAAP are included at the end of this press release following the accompanying financial data. For a description of these non-GAAP financial measures, including the reasons management uses each measure, please see the section titled "Non-GAAP Financial Measures."
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains, and statements made during the above referenced conference call will contain, statements that are not historical in nature, are predictive in nature, or that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions or otherwise contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, among other things, TriNet's expectations and assumptions regarding: TriNet's financial guidance for the second quarter and full-year 2021 and the underlying assumptions, and the extent, length and growth impact of economic reopening efforts. Forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of words such as, but not limited to, "ability," "anticipate," "believe," "can," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "guidance," "impact," "intend," "may," "plan," "predict," "project," "seek," "should," "strategy," "target," "value," "will," "would" and similar expressions or variations. Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, TriNet's guidance and expectations regarding future financial performance, the potential impact of the strategic initiatives executed by TriNet during the first quarter, TriNet's expectations regarding client hiring rates, the financial impact of our tender offer, and the impact of our newly expanded product offerings on future growth in TriNet's installed base. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, but are based on management's expectations as of the date hereof and assumptions that are inherently subject to uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from our current expectations and any past or future results, performance or achievements. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements.
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements include: the economic, health and business disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our clients and prospects, insurance costs and operations; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the laws and regulations that impact our industry and clients; our ability to manage unexpected changes in workers' compensation and health insurance claims and costs by worksite employees; our ability to mitigate the business risks we face as a co-employer; the effects of volatility in the financial and economic environment on the businesses that make up our client base and the concentration of our clients in certain geographies and industries; loss of clients for reasons beyond our control; the short-term contracts we typically use with our clients; the impact of regional or industry-specific economic an health factors on our operations; the impact of failures or limitations in the business systems we rely upon; the impact of our 2020 Recovery Credit program and 2021 Credit Program; adverse changes in our insurance coverage or our relationships with key insurance carriers; our ability to improve our services and technology to satisfy regulatory requirements and meet the expectations of our clients and manage client attrition; our ability to effectively integrate businesses we have acquired or may acquire in the future; our ability to effectively manage and improve our operational processes; our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel; the effects of increased competition and our ability to compete effectively; the impact on our business of cyber-attacks and security breaches; our ability to secure our information technology infrastructure and our confidential, sensitive and personal information; our ability to comply with constantly evolving data privacy and security laws; our ability to manage changes in, uncertainty regarding, or adverse application of the complex laws and regulations that govern our business; changing laws and regulations governing health insurance and employee benefits; our ability to be recognized as an employer of worksite employees under federal and state regulations; changes in the laws and regulations that govern what it means to be an employer, employee or independent contractor; our ability to comply with the laws and regulations that govern PEOs and other similar industries; the outcome of existing and future legal and tax proceedings; fluctuation in our results of operation and stock price due to factors outside of our control, such as the volume and severity of our workers' compensation and health insurance claims and the amount and timing of our insurance costs, operating expenses and capital expenditure requirements; our ability to comply with the restrictions of our credit facility and meet our debt obligations; and the impact of concentrated ownership in our stock. Any of these factors could cause our actual results to differ materially from our anticipated results.
Further information on risks that could affect TriNet's results is included in our filings with the SEC, including under the headings "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" and elsewhere in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which are available on our investor relations website at http://investor.trinet.com and on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Copies of these filings are also available by contacting TriNet Corporation's Investor Relations Department at (510) 875-7201. Except as required by law, neither we nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the forward-looking statements in this press release, and any forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release. In addition, we do not assume any obligation, and do not intend, to update any of our forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
Key Financial and Operating Metrics
We regularly review certain key financial and operating metrics to evaluate growth trends, measure our performance and make strategic decisions. These key financial and operating metrics may change over time. Our key financial and operating metrics for the periods presented were as follows:
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In addition to the selected financial measures presented in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), we monitor other non-GAAP financial measures that we use to manage our business, to make planning decisions, to allocate resources and to use as performance measures in our executive compensation plan. These key financial measures provide an additional view of our operational performance over the long term and provide information that we use to maintain and grow our business.
The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is used to enhance the understanding of certain aspects of our financial performance. It is not meant to be considered in isolation from, superior to, or as a substitute for the directly comparable financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.
The table below presents a reconciliation of net income to Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Net Income per share - diluted:
The table below presents a reconciliation of net cash provided by (used in) operating activities to Corporate Operating Cash flows:
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measures for the third quarter and full-year 2022 guidance.
Low and high percentages represent increases (decreases) from the same period in the previous year and excludes transaction and integration cost percentages as there is no comparative amount in the second quarter and full year of 2021, respectively, and no percentages can be provided. Adjusted Net Income excludes transaction and integration costs for 2022.
The table below presents a reconciliation of net income to Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Net Income per share - diluted:
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The Texas Education Agency released statewide standards Monday for how school districts should remove and prevent “obscene content” from entering Texas public school libraries.
In the agency’s model policy, there is an emphasis that parents should have a role in how books are selected. The agency says that districts should make new selections readily available for parents to review. School librarians or staff should be “encouraged” to ask parents what their children can and cannot read.
The new guidelines suggest that school boards have final approval of all new books and that a committee should be put in place to review books if parents file a formal “request for reconsideration.”
To avoid “obscene” content in libraries, the agency reminded school districts that state law spells out that handing out inappropriate materials to minors is a crime. Texas librarians, school administrators and public education advocates have denied allegations that there are “inappropriate” or “pornographic” materials in school libraries or that they’re handing out such content.
The standards are to be used as guidance for school district officials as they develop new procedures or alter their policies for selecting or removing library books. School districts, which are largely independent governmental entities and run by locally elected trustees, are not required to adopt the agency’s recommendations.
The TEA’s new standards come about five months after Gov. Greg Abbott directed that agency, the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and State Board of Education to develop such guidelines. In his directive, Abbott cited two memoirs about LGBTQ characters, which include graphic images and descriptions of sex, that were found in some Texas school libraries.
“There have been several instances recently of inappropriate materials being found in school libraries,” TEA commissioner Mike Morath said Monday in a letter to Abbott. “This model local school board policy will serve as a helpful guide to school boards as they create the policies for their school district libraries.”
In his letter Monday, Morath said that his agency worked with the state’s library and archives commission and the SBOE chair to develop the guidelines.
As most school districts have existing policies for how books are selected or removed, it was not immediately clear Monday how this guidance will affect individual school libraries.
Shannon Holmes, executive director of the Association of Texas Professional Educators, warned school district officials to be wary of what policies they decide to adopt. Holmes said they should listen to their communities and not to be taken away by the politics surrounding the situation.
“As we have said since these latest book controversies began, elected school boards have for decades had the means to work with educators and parents to determine what library content meets the needs of their local communities,” Holmes said.
Barry Perez, spokesperson for the San Antonio area’s Northside Independent School District, the state’s fourth-largest district, said officials there don’t yet know if the guidance will affect them. But he said the district already has long-standing protocols to deal with concerns about books or any instructional materials.
“We will continue to follow these protocols and address any specific concerns on a case by case basis and with thoughtful consideration of students’ interests, age, maturity, and reading skills level,” Perez said in a statement.
The TEA was directed to create such standards after parents around the state caught Abbott’s attention as they called for certain books with depictions of sex to be removed from school libraries. As Abbott seeks a third term in office, he has made parental rights in education a priority issue — promising a “parental bill of rights” amendment to the Texas Constitution even though parents already have a myriad of rights when it comes to their children’s education.
Those include “Gender Queer: A Memoir,” by Maia Kobabe, which depicts the author’s journey of discovering their gender identity and sexual orientation. It includes a few pages of explicit illustrations depicting oral sex.
Another book challenged and removed was “Out of Darkness” by Ashley Hope Pérez, which depicts racism in a Texas town but also makes reference to anal sex.
While these books were being challenged and debated in school board meetings during the fall, state Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth, sent a list to school districts in October of some 850 books — including Kobabe’s — asking for information about how many are available on their campuses.
Krause’s list includes several books that discuss race, sexuality and puberty. Most were written by women, people of color and LGBTQ authors.
This story was first published at www.texastribune.org by The Texas Tribune. This story has been edited for length. The Texas Tribune is a nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/article_31ae72fe-bb3c-11ec-a5ee-4fbff3d2c5d6.html | 2022-04-13T17:08:09Z |
CAMERON — Services for Harold James Soefje, 76, of Cameron will be 11 a.m. Friday at Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home in Cameron.
Private burial services will be held at a later date.
Mr. Soefje died Monday, April 18, at his residence.
He was born June 13, 1945, in New Braunfels to George and Julia Froelich Soefje. He graduated from Canyon High School. He attended Texas A&M University. He married LaVerne Marilyn Zwicke in 1966. He worked for Coca-Cola Bottling Company. He attended Abiding Savior Lutheran Church in Cameron.
Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Tara Bittner and Tricia Harwell; a son, Justin Soefje; and eight grandchildren.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Thorndale Volunteer Fire Dept. Building Fund, P.O. Box 430, Thorndale, TX 76577 or the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, 2914 Swiss Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204. | https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_110f4846-c0fc-11ec-a29d-ef43f86f8c04.html | 2022-04-21T08:12:52Z |
Wolf killed in E Oregon, officials seek public’s help
RICHLAND, Ore. (AP) — Officials say a wolf was killed in northeast Oregon and the state is seeking the public’s help to find the person or people involved. The Oregon State Police Fish & Wildlife Division said Wednesday that the wolf was killed in the Keating Wildlife Management Unit. Fish and Wildlife officials say their troopers were told by Fish & Wildlife personnel that a gray male collared wolf, OR117, was likely dead in the foothills of the Richland valley near the small town of Richland. Fish & Wildlife Troopers believe the approximately 1-year-old wolf died on March 12 or 13. The Oregon Wildlife Coalition is offering to pay a $11,500 reward. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-idaho/2022/04/06/wolf-killed-in-e-oregon-officials-seek-publics-help/ | 2022-04-07T05:33:41Z |
ZURICH, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pando Asset, as the fifth new crypto ETP issuer to join SIX Swiss Exchange this year, has attracted much market attentions since its listing on 27, July. Being the first crypto ETP listed on SIX Swiss Exchange of Pando Asset, as of 3 August, Pando Asset crypto 6 ETP closed at $21.66, up to 9.78% growth compared to the issue price of $19.73, traded with the Bloomberg symbol "PNDS".
Pando Asset is domiciled in Switzerland and is built by a group of industry professionals from finance, blockchain technology, and crypto asset space, such as Huobi Group, 21 Shares AG, and Deutsche Boerse AG. Pando Asset has partnered with the largest crypto asset custodian Coinbase and is 100% fully collateralized. Emphasized by Junfei Ren, Partner at Pando Asset, said: "Pando Asset's mission is to allow investors to safely, easily, and efficiently participate in crypto assets without worrying about the storage of private key risks and systematic security issues. This builds trust and is the perfect gateway for both new investors and traditional institutional investors to become key players in this new age of crypto."
The Pando Asset Crypto 6 ETP mainly tracks the Vinter Pando crypto basket 6 index, which offers investors the opportunity to participate in the performance of a basket of digital assets consisting of largest smart contracts assets by market capitalization. Investors can purchase or redeem the ETP with same real-time price as Coinmarketcap through their brokerage accounts during regular trading hours on the SIX Swiss Exchange.
Currently, the index contains the six largest crypto assets by market capitalization. The index is re-balanced quarterly and weighted to allow investors to diversify, to emphasize, and to prevent the two largest assets from overpowering the basket.The digital assets are held in cold storage with the institutional graded and regulated custodian. Along with other safety measures such as multiple signature authorization, whitelisting addresses, and audit trail, the Pando6 ETP is designed to provide investors with a fully collateralized product to invest.
With the joining of Pando Asset, Christian Reuss, Head of SIX Swiss Exchange, highlighted: "I'm delighted to see that our growing ETF and ETP market has attracted the fifth new crypto issuer this year. A warm welcome to Pando Asset newly offering their crypto basket ETP on our exchange."
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A Los Angeles man is facing multiple charges after prosecutors allege he was part of a group of anti-abortion activists who targeted a women's health clinic and stalked a doctor who provides abortion services, the San Francisco District Attorney's Office announced Thursday.
Aaron Jonathan Hurley is accused of participating in the invasion of a clinic and vandalizing a statue of the Madonna and Child with fake blood at the San Francisco General Hospital, the district attorney's office said in a news release.
Hurley is charged with felony stalking, as well as misdemeanor charges of obstructing freedom of access to a clinic, vandalism, trespassing with intent to interfere and interfering with a business, according to a criminal complaint filed Thursday.
CNN has reached out to Hurley and his representatives for comment. He was arraigned Thursday and pleaded not guilty, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing a DA's office spokesperson. He was released on his own recognizance, and the judge ordered him to stay away from the doctor.
Abortion clinics and doctors who provide abortions are under renewed attention following a leaked draft of a Supreme Court majority opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade, which guarantees a federal right to abortion. Votes and language in opinions could change before a formal decision is released, likely in late June. But revelation of the draft has left activists on both sides of the abortion debate bracing for a reality in which abortion rights are left up to state legislatures.
Even if Roe is overturned, the right to an abortion is protected by state law in California until the fetus is considered viable and in cases where the procedure is necessary for the patient's health.
On March 13, Hurley and others allegedly "defaced and damaged" a bronze statue of the Madonna and Child at the hospital by covering it in fake blood and stickers with the name of a doctor who -- among other health care services -- provides abortions, the DA's office said.
The next day, Hurley and others allegedly trespassed in the Women's Options Center at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, which offers abortion services. The group included a woman who allegedly pretended to be seeking counseling to get a nurse to come to the door, at which point members of the group "came out from hiding" and ran through the door and into the clinic, the release said.
Hurley and others "barged into the clinic and began filming patients and staff. Staff reported that these protesters were attempting to barge into operating rooms," the release said.
The group also allegedly entered the clinic where the doctor being targeted works and were "chanting the doctor's name and, 'We know who you are, we know what you do,'" according to the DA's office, which added that the group "harassed staff and patients, causing them to fear for their safety."
Later that night, Hurley and others allegedly placed stickers that said "a killer lives in your neighborhood" on the doctor's front door and at their neighbors' houses, the DA's office said. The group is also accused of placing flyers around the doctor's neighborhood with a QR code that led to a website that "specifically named the doctor, provided false, inflammatory claims about abortion procedures, and attacked the doctor for providing abortion services."
"The doctor was frightened for their safety and the safety of their family, given that the doctor was targeted at both their home and work," the DA's office said, adding the medical professional "was forced to change their entire personal routine and route to work out of fear for their safety."
Another individual allegedly connected with the anti-abortion group's actions "was cited and released," and an arrest warrant is pending for another suspect, the DA's office said, adding the investigation is ongoing.
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MONTREAL, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Lion Electric Company (NYSE: LEV) (TSX: LEV) ("Lion" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer of all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban vehicles, today announced its financial and operating results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2022, which ended on June 30, 2022. Lion reports its results in U.S. dollars and in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS").
- Delivery of 105 vehicles, an increase of 44 vehicles, as compared to the 61 delivered in the same period last year.
- Revenue of $29.5 million, up $12.8 million, as compared to $16.7 million in Q2 2021.
- Gross loss of $3.5 million, as compared to a gross profit of $0.9 million in Q2 2021.
- Net earnings of $37.5 million, as compared to a net loss of $178.5 million in Q2 2021. Net earnings for Q2 2022 include a $56.9 million gain related to non-cash decrease in the fair value of share warrant obligations and a $3.4 million charge related to non-cash share-based compensation, compared to a $99.3 million charge related to non-cash increase in the fair value of share warrant obligations, $54.8 million charge related to non-cash share-based compensation, and $13.7 million of transaction costs included in net loss for Q2 2021.
- Adjusted EBITDA[1] of negative $14.4 million, as compared to negative $5.5 million in Q2 2021, after mainly adjusting for certain non-cash items such as change in fair value of share warrant obligations and share-based compensation.
- Capital expenditures, which included expenditures related to the Joliet Facility and the Lion Campus, amounted to $44.3 million, up $41.0 million, as compared to $3.3 million in Q2 2021.
- Additions to intangible assets, which mainly consist of R&D activities, amounted to $24.6 million, up $13.9 million, as compared to $10.7 million in Q2 2021.
- Establishment of cross-border $125 million "at-the-market" equity program ("ATM Program").
- More than 700 vehicles on the road, with over 10 million miles driven.
- Vehicle order book[2] of 2,357 all-electric medium- and heavy-duty urban vehicles as of August 4, 2022, consisting of 286 trucks and 2,071 buses, representing a combined total order value of approximately $575 million based on management's estimates.
- LionEnergy order book2 of 226 charging stations and related services as of August 4, 2022, representing a combined total order value of approximately $3.0 million.
- 12 Experience Centers in operation in the United States and Canada.
- Installation of assembly stations continued at the Joliet Facility in the quarter and manufacturing of Lion C units (for working stations set up and employees training purposes) began. In order to accelerate return on investment, the Company decided to review the cadence of its initial ramp up of production capacity at the Joliet Facility to align it further with projected deliveries and to initially focus on bus production.
- The building shell for the battery plant building is substantially completed. For the Innovation center, the foundation work has been completed and the steel structure is 90% completed. The Company's prototype battery packs are currently undergoing testing and certification and engineering design for one version of the packs and module line has been finalized. Lion continues to expect the certification of packs, factory acceptance of production equipment at JR Automation's facility, and production of packs in Mirabel to take place prior to the end of 2022. Site acceptance of production equipment in Mirabel is expected to be completed near the beginning of 2023.
- The Company has elected to implement configuration changes to certain vehicles to increase quality and performance, improve manufacturing efficiencies, and optimize the development of new models. Such measures have mainly resulted in the temporary suspension of commercial production and the projected delivery of the LionA.
- As of August 4, 2022, Lion had approximately 1,300 employees, of which over 300 were in its Engineering and R&D departments.
"We are pleased with our Q2 performance, as in spite of ongoing supply-chain challenges, for the third quarter in a row, we delivered a record number of vehicles in the history of Lion," commented Marc Bedard, CEO – Founder of Lion. "As we are nearing the start of operations at our U.S. manufacturing facility and our battery plant, we also decided to adjust the cadence of our capital spend. This will enable us to accelerate return on investment and optimally manage our capital resources", concluded Marc Bedard.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, revenue amounted to $29.5 million, an increase of $12.8 million compared to $16.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The increase in revenue was primarily due to an increase in vehicle sales volume of 44 units, from 61 units (48 school buses and 13 trucks; 41 vehicles in Canada and 20 vehicles in the U.S.) for the three months ended June 30, 2021, to 105 units (90 school buses and 15 trucks; 91 vehicles in Canada and 14 vehicles in the U.S.) for the three months ended June 30, 2022. Revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2022 were impacted by continuing global supply chain challenges, which required the Company to delay the final assembly of certain vehicles and resulted in increased inventory levels.
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, revenue amounted to $52.2 million, an increase of $29.3 million compared to $22.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The increase in revenue was primarily due to an increase in vehicle sales volume of 104 units, from 85 units (66 school buses and 19 trucks; 63 vehicles in Canada and 22 vehicles in the U.S.) for the six months ended June 30, 2021, to 189 units (162 school buses and 27 trucks; 171 vehicles in Canada and 18 vehicles in the U.S.) for the six months ended June 30, 2022. Revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2022 were impacted by continuing global supply chain challenges, which required the Company to delay the final assembly of certain vehicles and resulted in increased inventory levels.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, cost of sales amounted to $33.0 million, representing an increase of $17.2 million, compared to the three months ended June 30, 2021. For the six months ended June 30, 2022, cost of sales amounted to $56.5 million, representing an increase of $32.7 million, compared to the six months ended June 30, 2021. The increase for both periods was primarily due to increased sales volumes and higher production levels, increased fixed manufacturing and inventory management system costs related to the ramp-up of production capacity for future quarters, and the impact of continuing global supply chain challenges.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, gross profit decreased by $4.4 million to negative $3.5 million, compared to positive $0.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. For the six months ended June 30, 2022, gross loss decreased by $3.5 million to negative $4.4 million, compared to negative $0.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The decrease in gross profit for both periods included the positive gross profit impact of increased sales volumes, mainly offset by the impact of increased fixed manufacturing and inventory management system costs related to the ramp-up of production capacity for future quarters, and the impact of continuing global supply chain challenges.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, administrative expenses decreased by $38.3 million from $50.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, to $11.7 million. Administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2022 included $2.6 million of non-cash share-based compensation, compared to $44.8 million for three months ended June 30, 2021. Excluding the impact of non-cash share-based compensation, administrative expenses increased from $5.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021 to $9.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, administrative expenses decreased by $33.6 million from $56.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, to $22.7 million. Administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2022 included $5.3 million of non-cash share-based compensation, compared to $47.8 million for six months ended June 30, 2021. Excluding the impact of non-cash share-based compensation, administrative expenses increased from $8.5 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021 to $17.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022. The increase was mainly due to an increase in expenses as a result of Lion becoming a public company in May 2021, an increase in expenses resulting from the expansion of Lion's head office capabilities in anticipation of an expected increase in business activities, as well as professional fees related to supply chain and strategic project optimization initiatives.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, selling expenses decreased by $6.6 million, from $13.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, to $6.7 million. Selling expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2022 included $0.8 million of non-cash share-based compensation, compared to $10.0 million for three months ended June 30, 2021. Excluding the impact of non-cash share-based compensation, selling expenses increased from $3.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021 to $5.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022. The increase was primarily due to Lion expanding its sales force in anticipation of the ramp-up of production capacity, and an increase in expenses as a result of the opening and operations of new Experience Centers.
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, selling expenses decreased by $5.6 million, from $17.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, to $12.1 million. Selling expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2022 included $1.8 million of non-cash share-based compensation, compared to $12.2 million for six months ended June 30, 2021. Excluding the impact of non-cash share-based compensation, selling expenses increased from $5.5 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021 to $10.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022. The increase was primarily due to Lion expanding its sales force in anticipation of the ramp-up of production capacity, and an increase in expenses as a result of the opening and operations of new Experience Centers.
Transaction costs of $13.7 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 were related to the completion of the Company's business combination and plan of reorganization on May 6, 2021 pursuant to which Lion became a public company (the "Business Combination") and were mainly composed of legal, banking, and other professional fees.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, finance costs (income) decreased by $3.8 million, from a cost of $3.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, to income of $0.8 million. The decrease was driven primarily by lower interest expense on long-term debt, the non-recurrence of interest expense on convertible debt instruments and accretion expense on retractable common shares which were repaid on May 6, 2021, and the gain on derecognition of a financial liability related to previously acquired dealership rights, partially offset by an increase in interest costs related to lease liabilities. The gain on derecognition of the financial liability occurred as a result of the agreement with a private company relating to the previous acquisition of dealership rights in certain territories in the United States maturing on May 7, 2022.
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, finance costs decreased by $6.6 million, from $6.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, to $0.3 million. The decrease was driven primarily by lower interest expense on long-term debt, the non-recurrence of interest expense on convertible debt instruments and accretion expense on retractable common shares which were repaid on May 6, 2021, and the gain on derecognition of a financial liability related to previously acquired dealership rights, partially offset by an increase in interest costs related to lease liabilities. The gain on derecognition of the financial liability occurred as a result of the agreement with a private company relating to the previous acquisition of dealership rights in certain territories in the United States maturing on May 7, 2022
Foreign exchange gains and losses relate primarily to the revaluation of net monetary assets denominated in foreign currencies to the functional currencies of the related Lion entities. Foreign exchange gain for the three months ended June 30, 2022, was $1.6 million compared to a loss of $0.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, largely as a result of a weakening of the Canadian dollar relative to the US dollar during the three months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to the three months ended June 30, 2021.
Foreign exchange gain for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was $0.7 million compared to a gain of $0.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, largely as a result of a weakening of the Canadian dollar relative to the US dollar during the three months ended June 30, 2022, as compared to the three months ended June 30, 2021.
Share warrant obligations relate to the warrants issued to a specified customer in July 2020 and the public and private warrants issued as part of the closing of the Business Combination on May 6, 2021. Change in fair value of share warrant obligations resulted in a gain of $56.9 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared to a charge of $99.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, and resulted in a gain of $78.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to a charge of $99.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The gains for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 result mainly from the decrease in the market price of Lion equity as compared to the previous valuations.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, net earnings were $37.5 million, as compared to a net loss of $178.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The increase in net earnings (loss) for the three months ended June 30, 2022 compared to the three months ended June 30, 2021 was largely due to the gain related to the fair value of share warrant obligations, lower non-cash share-based compensation, and the non-recurrence of transaction costs incurred during the three months ended June 30, 2021, and lower finance costs, partially offset by the gross loss and higher administrative and selling expenses (excluding share-based compensation).
For the six months ended June 30, 2022, net earnings were $39.6 million, as compared to a net loss of $194.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021. The increase in net earnings (loss) for the three months ended June 30, 2022 compared to the six months ended June 30, 2021 was largely due to the gain related to the fair value of share warrant obligations, lower non-cash share-based compensation, the non-recurrence of transaction costs incurred during the six months ended June 30, 2021, and lower finance costs, partially offset by the gross loss and higher administrative and selling expenses (excluding share-based compensation).
Ms. Latasha Akoma and Mr. Dane L. Parker, Operating Partner at GenNx360 Capital Partner, and Retired Chief Sustainability Officer and Vice President, Sustainable Workplaces at General Motors, respectively, have been appointed to the Board of Directors of Lion as independent Directors.
Ms. Akoma, who is responsible for driving strong performance, operational efficiencies, and profitability across the GenNx portfolio companies, brings over 26 years of managerial experience in all aspects of manufacturing, operations, and business strategies.
Prior to joining GenNx360 Capital Partner, she held several executive leadership positions at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a company she joined in 2009 as the Director of Operations, with responsibility for vehicle assembly and materials management. Prior to that, Ms. Akoma was a Senior Manager of Paint Operations at Chrysler (formerly DaimlerChrysler) where she held a variety of increasing senior leadership positions in operations and general management.
As General Motors' first Chief Sustainability Officer, Mr. Parker was a leading force behind the company's plan to become carbon neutral by 2040 and aspiration to have zero-emissions from all new light-duty vehicles by 2035. Mr. Parker also held global responsibilities for facility design, engineering, construction, operations, energy procurement and efficiency, real estate, environmental compliance, as well as workplace strategy.
Prior to General Motor, Mr. Parker was Vice President, Global Environment, Health and Safety, Facilities and Real Estate for Dell, Inc. He also spent more than 13 years at Intel Corporation in the Technology and Manufacturing organization in a variety of operational roles, including as Director of Global Environment, Health and Safety.
A conference call and webcast will be held on August 5, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. (Eastern Time) to discuss the results.
To participate in the conference call, dial (226) 828-7575 or (833) 950-0062 (toll free) using the Access Code 842480. An investor presentation and a live webcast of the conference call will also be available at www.thelionelectric.com under the "Events and Presentations" page of the "Investors" section. An archive of the event will be available for a period of time shortly after the conference call.
This release should be read together with our 2022 second quarter financial report, including the unaudited condensed interim consolidated financial statements of the Company as at and for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 and related management's discussion and analysis ("MD&A"), which will be filed by the Company with applicable Canadian securities regulatory authorities and with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and which will be available on our website at www.thelionelectric.com.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
As at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021
(Unaudited)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS (LOSS) AND COMPREHENSIVE EARNINGS (LOSS)
For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021
(Unaudited)
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021
(Unaudited)
This press release makes reference to Adjusted EBITDA, which is a non-IFRS financial measure, as well as other performance metrics, including the Company's order book, which are defined below. These measures are not recognized measures under IFRS, do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. Rather, these measures are provided as additional information to complement those IFRS measures by providing further understanding of the Company's results of operations from management's perspective. Accordingly, they should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of the Company's financial information reported under IFRS. Lion compensates for these limitations by relying primarily on Lion's IFRS results and using Adjusted EBITDA and order book on a supplemental basis. Readers should not rely on any single financial measure to evaluate Lion's business.
Adjusted EBITDA
"Adjusted EBITDA" is defined as net earnings (loss) before finance costs, income tax expense or benefit, and depreciation and amortization, adjusted for share-based compensation, changes in fair value of share warrant obligations, foreign exchange (gain) loss and transaction and other non-recurring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is intended as a supplemental measure of performance that is neither required by, nor presented in accordance with, IFRS. Lion believes that the use of Adjusted EBITDA provides an additional tool for investors to use in evaluating ongoing operating results and trends and in comparing Lion's financial measures with those of comparable companies, which may present similar non-IFRS financial measures to investors. However, readers should be aware that when evaluating Adjusted EBITDA, Lion may incur future expenses similar to those excluded when calculating Adjusted EBITDA. In addition, Lion's presentation of these measures should not be construed as an inference that Lion's future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. Lion's computation of Adjusted EBITDA may not be comparable to other similarly entitled measures computed by other companies, because all companies may not calculate Adjusted EBITDA in the same fashion. Readers should review the reconciliation of net earnings (loss), the most directly comparable IFRS financial measure, to Adjusted EBITDA presented by the Company under section 13.0 of the Company's MD&A for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 entitled "Results of Operations - Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA."
Order Book
This press release also makes reference to the Company's "order book" with respect to vehicles (trucks and buses) as well as charging stations. The Company's vehicle and charging stations order book, expressed as a number of units or the amount of sales expected to be recognized in the future (at the applicable time of delivery) in respect of such number of units, is determined by management based on purchase orders that have been signed, orders that have been formally confirmed by clients or products in respect of which formal joint applications for governmental subsidies or economic incentives have been made by the applicable clients and the Company. The vehicles included in the vehicle order book as of August 4, 2022 provided for a delivery period ranging from a few months to the end of the year ending December 31, 2025. Substantially all deliveries are subject to the granting of subsidies and incentives with processing times that are subject to important variations, and there has been in the past and the Company expects there will continue to be variances between the expected delivery periods of orders and the actual delivery times, and certain delays could be significant. Such variances or delays could result in the loss of a subsidy or incentive and/or in the cancellation of certain orders, in whole or in part.
The Company's presentation of the order book should not be construed as a representation by the Company that the vehicles and charging stations included in its order book will translate into actual sales. See the section below for a full description of the methodology used by the Company in connection with the order book and certain important risks and uncertainties relating to such methodology and the presentation of the order book.
Order Book Methodology
General Principle
The Company's vehicle and charging stations order book, expressed as a number of units or the amount of sales expected to be recognized in the future (at the applicable time of delivery) in respect of such number of units, is determined by management based on purchase orders that have been signed, orders that have been formally confirmed by clients or products in respect of which formal joint applications for governmental subsidies or economic incentives have been made by the applicable clients and the Company. The vehicles included in the vehicle order book as of August 4, 2022 provided for a delivery period ranging from a few months to the end of the year ending December 31, 2025.
Substantially all deliveries are subject to the granting of subsidies and incentives with processing times that are subject to important variations, and there has been in the past and the Company expects there will continue to be variances between the expected delivery periods of orders and the actual delivery times, and certain delays could be significant. Such variances or delays could result in the loss of a subsidy or incentive and/or in the cancellation of certain orders, in whole or in part.
The Company's presentation of the order book should not be construed as a representation by the Company that the vehicles and charging stations included in its order book will translate into actual sales.
Delivery Periods
The Company's order book refers to products that have not yet been delivered but which are reasonably expected by management to be delivered within a time period that can be reasonably estimated and includes, in the case of charging stations, services that have not been completed but which are reasonably expected by management to be completed in connection with the delivery of the product.
Purchase orders and applications generally provide for a time period during which the client expects delivery of the vehicles. Such period can vary from a specific date, a number or range of months after the issuance of the order or application, or a calendar year. The vehicles included in the vehicle order book as of August 4, 2022 provided for a delivery period, subject to the satisfaction of the conditions set forth in each order (which, in substantially all cases as further discussed herein, relate to the approval of governmental subsidies and grants), ranging from a few months to the end of the year ending December 31, 2025. Delivery periods are disclosed from time to time by the Company when available in respect of material orders. Delivery periods should not be construed as a representation or a guarantee by the Company that the actual delivery time will take place as scheduled. Given the nature of the business and the products of the Company, the implied lead time for the production and delivery of a vehicle (which may be impacted, among other things, by supply chain challenges or changes in specifications), the nature of certain customers of the Company (in many cases, fleet owners operating capital intensive operations which require financing and ongoing scheduling flexibility), and the fact that, as further described herein, substantially all deliveries are subject to the granting of subsidies and incentives with processing times that are subject to important variations, there has been in the past and the Company expects there will continue to be variances between the expected delivery periods of orders and the actual delivery times, and certain delays could be significant. Such variances or delays could result in the loss of a subsidy or incentive and/or in the cancellation of certain orders, in whole or in part.
Pricing
When the Company's order book is expressed as an amount of sales, such amount has been determined by management based on the current specifications or requirements of the applicable order, assumes no changes to such specifications or requirements and, in cases where the pricing of a product or service may vary in the future, represents management's reasonable estimate of the prospective pricing as of the time such estimate is reported. A small number of vehicles included in the order book have a pricing that remains subject to confirmation based on specifications and other options to be agreed upon in the future between the applicable client and the Company. For purposes of the determination of the order book and the value allocated to such orders, management has estimated the pricing based on its current price lists and certain other assumptions relating to specifications and requirements deemed reasonable in the circumstances.
Performance Metric
The order book is intended as a supplemental measure of performance that is neither required by, nor presented in accordance with, IFRS, and is neither disclosed in nor derived from the financial statements of the Company. The Company believes that the disclosure of its order book provides an additional tool for investors to use in evaluating the Company's performance, market penetration for its products, and the cadence of capital expenditures and tooling.
The Company's computation of its order book may not be comparable to other similarly entitled measures computed by other companies, because all companies may not calculate their order book, order backlog, or order intake in the same fashion. In addition, as explained above, the Company's presentation of the order book is calculated based on the orders and the applications made as of the time that the information is presented, and it is not based on the Company's assessment of future events and should not be construed as a representation by the Company that the vehicles and charging stations included in its order book will translate into actual sales.
Ongoing Evaluation; Risk Factors
A portion of the vehicles or charging stations included in the Company's order book may be cancellable in certain circumstances (whether by reason of a delivery delay, unavailability of a subsidy or incentive or otherwise) within a certain period. Management reviews the composition of the order book every time it is reported in order to determine whether any orders should be removed from the order book. For purposes of such exercise, management identifies orders that have been or are reasonably likely to be cancelled and examines, among other things, whether conditions attaching to the order are reasonably likely to result in a cancellation of the order in future periods as well as any other available information deemed relevant, including ongoing dialogue with clients. Such exercise may result from time to time in orders that have previously been included in the order book being removed even if they have not been formally canceled by the client.
The Company cannot guarantee that its order book will be realized in full, in a timely manner, or at all, or that, even if realized, revenues generated will result in profits or cash generation as expected, and any shortfall may be significant. The Company's conversion of its order into actual sales is dependent on various factors, including those described below and in section 23.0 entitled "Risk Factors" of the Company's MD&A for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019 and in Item 3.D entitled "Risk Factors" of the Company's annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For instance, a customer may default on an order, may become subject to bankruptcy or insolvency or cease its business operations. In addition, substantially all of the orders included in the order book are subject to conditions relating to the granting of governmental subsidies and incentives or the timing of deliveries and, in a limited number of cases, the availability of certain specifications and options or the renewal of certain routes by governmental or school authorities. As a result, the Company's ability to convert its order book into actual sales is highly dependent on the granting and timing of governmental subsidies and incentives, most notably subsidies and incentives under the Quebec government's 2030 Plan for a Green Economy, under the Federal's Infrastructure Canada's Zero-Emission Transit Fund (ZETF), and under California's Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). The termination, modification, delay or suspension of any such governmental subsidies and incentives could result in delayed deliveries or the cancellation of all or any portion of such orders, which, in turn, could have a material and adverse effect on the Company's business, results of operations or financial condition.
The Company's conversion of its order book into actual sales is also dependent on its ability to economically and timely manufacture its vehicles, at scale. The Company delivered 196 vehicles during the year ended December 31, 2021, and 189 vehicles during the six months ended June 30, 2022. As of August 4, 2022, the Company's vehicle order book stood at 2,357 vehicles. The execution of the Company's growth strategy and the conversion of its order book will therefore require significant ramp-up in its production. While the Company's Saint-Jerome facility currently has an annual production capacity of 2,500 vehicles at full scale and it is in the process of establishing its operations at the Joliet Facility and the Lion Campus, the Company has limited experience to date in high volume manufacturing of its vehicles. In addition, as of August 4, 2022, 418 units included in the order book, representing a combined total order value of approximately $165 million, related to products which had been developed and were being sold, but that were not currently in commercial production. Any failure by the Company to successfully develop and scale its manufacturing processes within projected costs and timelines could have a material adverse effect on its business, results of operations or financial condition. As a result, the Company's realization of its order book could be affected by variables beyond its control and may not be entirely realized. See section 3.0 of this MD&A entitled "Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements". See section 3.0 of the Company's MD&A for the three months ended June 30, 2022 entitled "Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements".
RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA
The following table reconciles net earnings (loss) to Adjusted EBITDA for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021:
Lion Electric is an innovative manufacturer of zero-emission vehicles. The company creates, designs and manufactures all-electric class 5 to class 8 commercial urban trucks and all-electric buses and minibuses for the school, paratransit and mass transit segments. Lion is a North American leader in electric transportation and designs, builds and assembles many of its vehicles' components, including chassis, battery packs, truck cabins and bus bodies.
Always actively seeking new and reliable technologies, Lion vehicles have unique features that are specifically adapted to its users and their everyday needs. Lion believes that transitioning to all-electric vehicles will lead to major improvements in our society, environment and overall quality of life. Lion shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol LEV.
This press release contains "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" and within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact, including statements about Lion's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements and should be evaluated as such.
Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "believe," "may," "will," "continue," "anticipate," "intend," "expect," "should," "would," "could," "plan," "project," "potential," "seem," "seek," "future," "target" or other similar expressions and any other statements that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements include statements regarding the Company's order book and the Company's ability to convert it into actual sales, the Company's long-term strategy and future growth, the Company's battery plant and innovation center project in Quebec and its U.S. manufacturing facility, and the expected launch of new models of electric vehicles. Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of estimates and assumptions that Lion believes are reasonable when made, including that Lion will be able to retain and hire key personnel and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and other business partners, that Lion will continue to operate its business in the normal course, that Lion will be able to implement its growth strategy, that Lion will be able to successfully and timely complete the construction of its U.S. manufacturing facility and its Quebec battery plant and innovation center, that Lion will not suffer any supply chain challenges or any material disruption in the supply of raw materials on competitive terms, that Lion will be able to maintain its competitive position, that Lion will continue to improve its operational, financial and other internal controls and systems to manage its growth and size, that its results of operations and financial condition will not be adversely affected, that Lion will be able to benefit, either directly or indirectly (including through its clients), from government subsidies and economic incentives in the future and that Lion will be able to secure additional funding through equity or debt financing on terms acceptable to Lion when required in the future. Such estimates and assumptions are made by Lion in light of the experience of management and their perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors believed to be appropriate and reasonable in the circumstances. However, there can be no assurance that such estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct.
By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that may or may not occur in the future. Lion believes that these risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: any adverse changes in U.S. or Canadian general economic, business, market, financial, political or legal conditions, including as consequences of the global COVID-19 pandemic and the emergence of COVID-19 variants; any adverse effects of the Russia-Ukraine war, which continues to affect economic and global financial markets and exacerbate ongoing economic challenges; any inability to successfully and economically manufacture and distribute its vehicles at scale and meet its customers' business needs; any inability to ramp-up the production of Lion's products and meet project construction and other project timelines; any unfavorable fluctuations and volatility in the price and availability of raw materials included in components used to manufacture Lion's products; any inability to reduce total cost of ownership of electric vehicles sold by Lion over time; the reliance on key management and any inability to attract and/or retain key personnel; any inability to execute the Company's growth strategy; the reliance on key suppliers and any inability to maintain an uninterrupted supply of raw materials; labor shortages (including as a result of employee turnover, departures, and demands for higher wages) which may force the Company to operate at reduced capacity, to lower its production and delivery rates or lower its growth plans, and could pose additional challenges related to employee compensation; any inability by Lion to meet the expectations of its customers in terms of products, specifications, and services; any inability to maintain the Company's competitive position; any inability to reduce its costs of supply over time; any inability to maintain and enhance the Company's reputation and brand; any significant product repair and/or replacement due to product warranty claims or product recalls; any failure of information technology systems or any cybersecurity and data privacy breaches or incidents; any event or circumstance resulting in the Company's inability to convert its order book into actual sales, including the reduction, elimination or discriminatory application of government subsidies and economic incentives; any inability to secure adequate insurance coverage or a potential increase in insurance costs; natural disasters, epidemic or pandemic outbreaks, boycotts and geo-political events such as civil unrest and acts of terrorism, the current military conflict between Russia and Ukraine or similar disruptions; and the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against the Company from time to time.
These and other risks and uncertainties related to the businesses of Lion are described in greater detail in section 23.0 entitled "Risk Factors" of the Company's annual MD&A for the fiscal year 2021. Many of these risks are beyond Lion's management's ability to control or predict. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements contained herein and the risk factors included in the Company's annual MD&A for the fiscal year 2021 and in other documents filed with the applicable Canadian regulatory securities authorities and the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Because of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, readers should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Furthermore, forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required under applicable securities laws, Lion undertakes no obligation, and expressly disclaims any duty, to update, revise or review any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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ROSH HA'AYIN, Israel, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Partner Communications Company Ltd. ("Partner" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: PTNR) (TASE: PTNR), a leading Israeli communications operator, announced today that the Company's financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 will be released on Tuesday, May 24, 2022.
The Company will host a conference call to discuss its financial results on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at 10.00 a.m. Eastern Time / 5.00 p.m. Israel Time.
Please dial the following numbers (at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time) in order to participate:
International: +972.3.918.0687
North America toll-free: +1.888.281.1167
A live webcast of the call will also be available on Partner's Investors Relations website at: http://www.partner.co.il/en/Investors-Relations/lobby
If you are unavailable to join live, the replay of the call will be available from May 24, 2022 until June 7, 2022, at the following numbers:
International: +972.3.925.5921
North America toll-free: +1.888.254.7270
In addition, the archived webcast of the call will be available on Partner's Investor Relations website at the above address for approximately three months.
About Partner Communications
Partner Communications Company Ltd. is a leading Israeli provider of telecommunications services (cellular, fixed-line telephony, internet and television services). Partner's ADSs are quoted on the NASDAQ Global Select Market™ and its shares are traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NASDAQ and TASE: PTNR).
For more information about Partner see: http://www.partner.co.il/en/Investors-Relations/lobby
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 19, 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 Missfresh Limited ("Missfresh" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MF).
Class Period: June 2021 IPO
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 12, 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) Missfresh provided false financial figures in its Registration Statement; (2) Missfresh would need to amend its financial figures; (3) Missfresh, among other things, had lesser net revenues for the quarter ended March 31, 2021; and (4) 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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To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Frank R. Cruz, of The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz, 1999 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-914-5007, by email to info@frankcruzlaw.com, or visit our website at www.frankcruzlaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number, and number of shares purchased.
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ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — Federico Motka’s abductors greeted him in English after he and his colleagues were kidnapped near a refugee camp on the Turkish border: “Welcome to Syria, you mutt.”
For the Italian aid worker, it was the beginning of 14 months of brutality at the hands of the Islamic State.
Motka testified about the ordeal Thursday at the terrorism trial of El Shafee Elsheikh, a British national charged with taking a leading role in an Islamic State kidnapping scheme that took more than 20 Westerners hostage between 2012 and 2015.
Four Americans — journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff and aid workers Peter Kassig and Kayla Mueller — were among them. Foley, Sotloff and Kassig were decapitated. Mueller was forced into slavery and raped repeatedly by the Islamic State’s leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, before she too was killed.
Motka is the first surviving hostage to testify at Elsheikh’s trial in Alexandria, Virginia.
Born in Trieste, Italy, Motka said he spent much of his childhood in the Middle East and went to boarding school in England. He was an aid worker surveying the needs of refugee camps in March 2013 when he and a colleague, Briton David Haines, were captured and taken hostage.
Motka testified that for the first month of captivity, he was only occasionally mistreated, but that mistreatment frequently came at the hands of three captors whom hostages dubbed “the Beatles” because of their British accents. They learned to speak surreptitiously about their captors, who wore masks and took pains to conceal their identity, since they never knew what would set them off. A dispute over bathroom hygiene prompted a particularly intense beating, he said.
“They said I was a posh wanker because I went to boarding school,” Motka testified. “They said I was arrogant, and they were going to take me down a peg.”
Motka’s use of the term “posh wanker” set off a brief period of uncomfortable laughter in the courtroom, when the judge interrupted and asked what the phrase means, forcing Motka to explain the term’s vulgar meaning of the British idiom.
The British accents and phraseology are an important part of the case, though, as prosecutors seek to prove that Elsheikh is indeed one of the Beatles who tortured hostages, even though the Beatles took great pains to conceal their faces. Motka testified that there were at least three Britons in the group of captors, and the hostages nicknamed them “John,” “George” and “Ringo.”
Prosecutors have said in court that Elshiekh is the one who was nicknamed Ringo.
One way Motka distinguished the three was their preferences for inflicting punishment.
“George was more into boxing,” Motka testified. “John, he kicked a lot. Ringo used to talk how he liked wrestling. He would put people in headlocks.”
He described one instance when Ringo put James Foley in a headlock so tight that he passed out.
Motka also recounted a time in the summer of 2013 when the hostages were held in a facility they nicknamed “the box.” The Beatles excitedly put Motka and his cellmate David Haines in a room with Foley and British hostage John Cantlie for what they called a “Royal Rumble.”
“They were super excited about it,” Motka said of the Beatles about the tag-team style fight they imposed on the foursome. “We were so weak and shattered we could barely lift our arms.”
The group was told that the losers would be waterboarded. Two of the four passed out during the hour-long battle, Motka said. The Beatles deemed him the loser but never waterboarded him, inflicting a beating instead.
As they were transferred to different facilities, Motka said the hostages were sometimes separated from the Beatles for weeks at a time. Those periods were welcome, relatively speaking, because the Beatles were unique in their cruelty, he said.
When they were transferred again to a place they nicknamed “the dungeon” and saw that the Beatles were there, “we crapped our pants,” Motka said. “We had just started to relax a little” as the mistreatment had eased in their absence.
“The box,” where the Beatles were a regular presence, was one of the worst stretches of captivity. Motka said he and other hostages there endured a lengthy “regime of punishment” that included regular beatings and forced stress positions. “George,” another man named Abu Mohamed and a third nicknamed “the punisher” regularly tortured them, Motka said.
“They played lots of games with us,” Motka said, maintaining composure as he clearly struggled with the emotions of describing his captivity. “They gave us dog names. We needed to come and immediately respond” to the dog name to avoid a beating.
Motka was not released until May 25, 2014. His 14 months in captivity were the longest of any hostage in the group.
Defense lawyers, though, have highlighted the difficulties that hostages have in formally identifying each of their captors, who routinely wore masks that covered all but their eyes.
In opening statements, prosecutors referenced only three British nationals — Elsheikh, his longtime friend Alexenda Kotey, and Mohammed Emwazi, who frequently carried out the role of executioner and was known as “Jihadi John.”
Emwazi was killed in a drone strike, and Kotey was captured alongside Elsheikh and also brought to Virginia to face trial. Kotey pleaded guilty last year in a plea bargain that calls for a life sentence.
Jurors also heard testimony Thursday from Danish hostage negotiator Jens Serup, who testified about prolonged efforts to secure the release of Daniel Rye Ottosen in exchange for 2 million euros.
The jury saw photos of huge bruises on Ottosen’s arm and back after he was finally released. Serup testified that the captors told Ottosen the beating was a “farewell present not to forget them.” | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-u-s-headlines/surviving-hostage-relates-ordeal-in-islamic-state-captivity/ | 2022-04-01T18:08:30Z |
Services for Myrtle McIntyre, 72, of Temple will be 11 a.m. Friday at St. James United Methodist Church in Temple with Quinton Gibson officiating.
Mrs. McIntyre died Sunday, May 1, at a Temple hospital.
She was born Nov. 27, 1949, in Temple to C.B. Harris and Willie Lucille Roberson-Harris. She graduated from Dunbar High School. She received a certification as a nurse’s assistant and worked for Scott & White and several nursing homes. She married Albert McIntyre in 1967 in Temple.
She was preceded in death by a son, Anthony McIntyre.
Survivors include two sons, Michael McIntyre and DeWayne McIntyre, both of Temple; and 11 grandchildren.
Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Thursday at Don D. Summers Funeral Chapel in Temple. | https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_b2dcc9e2-cb41-11ec-a1b0-5b6ed6603f38.html | 2022-05-04T07:41:18Z |
It's been nearly a month since an Indiana doctor helped a 10-year-old Ohio rape victim undergo an abortion and was thrust into the national spotlight.
In the weeks since, the US vice president called to thank the doctor for raising awareness around the issue while Indiana's Republican attorney general opened an investigation into whether she potentially violated reporting and privacy laws.
"She thanked me for speaking out, for bringing this issue up, and she talked about how important it is to hear the voices of physicians in ... what has been made into a political situation but is actually about healthcare," Dr. Caitlin Bernard said in a CBS interview of the phone call she received from Vice President Kamala Harris after helping the young girl.
Meanwhile, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita on Wednesday reiterated that his investigation into the doctor continues, despite a cease and desist letter from her attorney, who has said Bernard followed "all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations in this case."
The stark difference in response from the two public officials highlights the country's ongoing and polarizing debate over abortion rights in the aftermath of June's Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade and ended the federal right to abortion.
Bernard helped the child after Ohio banned almost all abortions after six weeks of gestation, she told CNN earlier this month, adding that the girl was more than six weeks into the pregnancy. The girl underwent the procedure in Indiana within a week of the Supreme Court's ruling.
A 27-year-old man was charged with raping the 10-year-old girl and has pleaded not guilty.
AG reiterates that his investigation continues
Rokita announced earlier in July that his office was investigating whether Bernard reported the abortion and abuse as required by state law.
"The failure to do so constitutes a crime in Indiana, and her behavior could also affect her licensure. Additionally, if a HIPAA violation did occur, that may affect next steps as well," Rokita had said. HIPAA -- the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act -- sets privacy standards for protecting patients' personal medical information.
Bernard's attorney, Kathleen DeLaney, sent a cease and desist letter to the attorney general on July 15 asking him to stop "making false and misleading statements about alleged misconduct by Dr. Bernard in her profession, which constitute defamation per se." And last week, Bernard's attorneys filed a tort claim notice against Rokita and his office in the first steps toward a possible defamation lawsuit for public comments he has made about Bernard.
Rokita on Wednesday called Bernard's defamation claim against him "baseless," saying,"It will take a lot more than that to intimidate us."
"The baseless defamation claim and other accusations are really just attempts to distract, intimidate and obstruct my office's monumental progress to save lives," Rokita told CNN in a statement.
The attorney general also reiterated details of his investigation.
"My heart breaks for this little girl," he said. "As the Attorney General, I'm dutybound to investigate issues brought to my attention over which I have authority, especially when they involve children. And as I said originally, we will see this duty through to verify that all of the relevant reporting and privacy laws were followed by all relevant parties."
CNN has reached out to the attorney general's office to ask them to further explain why they believe the defamation claim is baseless.
Under Indiana law, an abortion performed on a person younger than 16 years of age must be reported to the state's Department of Health and also to the Department of Child Services within three days of the abortion.
Bernard reported the abortion procedure to the Indiana Department of Health on July 2 -- two days after it was performed -- as required by the department, according to agency documents obtained by CNN. CNN has reached out to the Indiana Department of Child Services to inquire if Bernard also filed the report with its office.
Bernard's employer, Indiana University Health, conducted a review in this case with Bernard's "full cooperation" and determined she was "in compliance with privacy laws," it said in a statement earlier this month.
DeLaney, the doctor's attorney, has said her client "followed all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations in this case, just as she does every day to provide the best possible care for her patients."
"She has not violated any law, including patient privacy laws, and she has not been disciplined by her employer," the attorney said earlier this month.
In her interview with CBS, Bernard also responded to the attorney general previously publicly calling her an "abortion activist acting as a doctor."
"I am a physician," Bernard said. "I've spent my entire life working to have this position, to be able to take care of patients every single day."
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FRESNO, California (KFSN) — Gathered near the corner where 29-year-old Monique Contreraz was killed, her sister, Janay Conley, struggled to speak through tears.
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Monique, along with her life partner and dog, lived on the streets in northwest Fresno.
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SourceMark Medical, a U.S. medical device company and certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), announced today that it has been awarded a group purchasing agreement for their Tourniquet Touch Pneumatic Tourniquet system with Premier, Inc., a healthcare improvement company uniting an alliance of approximately 4,400 U.S. hospitals and health systems and more than 250,000 other providers and organizations. Effective November 1, 2022, the new agreement allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for the Tourniquet Touch system.
"Expanding our collaboration with Premier in this important category is very exciting. It provides their members with access to a modern tourniquet system that combines quality, reliability, and simplicity. Our full line of single-use cuffs along with our innovative option of reusable silicone cuffs supports sustainability initiatives and aligns with Premier's goal of helping their members choose responsible products that are safe, efficacious, and minimize their environmental impact," said Dan Blucher, CEO, SourceMark.
The newly introduced Tourniquet Touch system provides the best possible environment for safe surgical procedures through its optimal precision and high-performance machines. The large 8" touchscreen interface displays clear information regarding pressure and inflation time, safe practice protocols that help reduce the risk of mistakes, and allows for precise pressure regulation. Reusable, autoclavable, silicone cuffs provide an economical solution for cutting costs and reducing a facility's carbon footprint while also protecting members against supply chain issues associated with single-use cuffs.
SourceMark focuses on innovating the clinical experience through a variety of product suites that set the standard for healthcare in anesthesia and airway management, infection prevention, and surgical solutions. As part of their commitment to innovation, SourceMark created its Alliance Program to provide inventors and entrepreneurs worldwide an opportunity to commercialize their innovations to the healthcare market. For more information, visit www.sourcemarkmedical.com.
Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Franklin, TN, SourceMark Medical is a manufacturer and master supplier offering innovative and affordable products for health systems, hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, clinical laboratories, pharmacies, and physician offices. Their medical and surgical products are uniquely designed to improve patient care and clinician engagement through their ease of use, utilization efficiencies, and affordable cost-point. For more information, visit www.sourcemarkmedical.com or contact customerservice@sourcemarkusa.com.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Sam Gooden, one of the original members of the Chicago soul group The Impressions and a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, has died. He was 87.
His daughter, Gina Griffin, said Gooden died Thursday, a month shy of his 88th birthday, in his hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee, surrounded by his family. His death was first reported by WRCB-TV in Chattanooga.
The Impressions formed in the 1950s after Gooden and brothers Richard and Arthur Brooks met Curtis Mayfield and Jerry Butler in Chicago. Butler sang baritone lead on their breakthrough record in 1958, the classic ballad “For Your Precious Love,” although many of their hits featured Mayfield’s tenor, with Gooden singing bass behind him.
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BOSTON, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NuvoAir, a digital health company focused on complex patients, initially targeting respiratory conditions, has shared results of its U.S. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) pilot. Initial data demonstrate the value of NuvoAir's virtual-first clinical service to effectively engage patients, reduce hospitalizations, and improve quality of life.
Following its success with the National Health Services (NHS) in the United Kingdom, NuvoAir piloted this new solution in the U.S. market in an effort to better support the over 15 million people diagnosed with COPD. According to the American Lung Association, COPD is the 3rd disease-related cause of death in the U.S.; and it is costly to all those involved.
NuvoAir aims to address key challenges in COPD care by marrying technology and human touch, resulting in the delivery of continuous and proactive care. Data collected from home monitoring devices (including NuvoAir's proprietary Air Next spirometer and Aos inhaler sensor) are connected to the NuvoAir Home app, empowering patients to follow their health trends. Applying leading guidelines to algorithms, NuvoAir's clinical teams analyze results and tailor care for each patient.
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For more information about NuvoAir's COPD pilot, read the white paper here.
On August 25th, NuvoAir will lead a panel, hosted by AHIP, to further discuss the solution and pilot findings. Visit this link to learn more and register.
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Former NFL star Demaryius Thomas’ family says he had CTE
BOSTON (AP) — Former NFL star Demaryius Thomas, who died last December at age 33, had CTE, his family said Tuesday.
Boston University CTE Center researchers diagnosed the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver with stage 2 chronic traumatic encephalopathy following a brain study through the Concussion Legacy Foundation. Thomas’ family released the findings of the study.
“Once I became aware of CTE and began to familiarize myself with the symptoms, I noticed that Demaryius was isolating himself and I saw other changes in him,” Katina Smith, Demaryius’ mother, said in a statement. “He was just so young, and it was horrible to see him struggle. His father and I hope all families learn the risks of playing football. We don’t want other parents to have to lose their children like we did.”
Stage 2 CTE is associated with “progressive behavior, cognitive and mood abnormalities.” Family members say Thomas developed depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and trouble with his memory in the years before his death. Stage 4 is the most severe stage of CTE and is usually associated with dementia.
“Like so many that have gone before, we found stage 2 CTE in the brain of Demaryius Thomas. The question I keep asking myself is ‘When will enough be enough?’ When will athletes, parents and the public at large stop ignoring the risks of American football and insist that the game be changed to reduce subconcussive hits?” said Dr. Ann McKee, chief of neuropathology for the VA Boston Healthcare System and director of the BU CTE Center and VA-BU-CLF/UNITE Brain Bank.
CLF co-founder and CEO Dr. Chris Nowinski arranged the study through Thomas’ family.
“The football community would have no idea why so many former players struggle with neurological disorders after their career without the families who say yes to brain donation, so I want to thank Bobby Thomas and Katina Smith — and all families — for their trust in Dr. McKee and this team,” said Nowinski, a former football player at Harvard. “I hope this is a wake-up call to high profile current and former NFL players that CTE is rampant among them, and they need to get involved in creating real solutions. CTE should be their number one off-the-field issue.”
Thomas is one of more than 300 former NFL players who have been diagnosed with CTE by McKee and the BU CTE Center research team.
Thomas’ cause of death has not yet been identified. In 2021, Thomas began experiencing seizures. McKee told ABC News she believes the seizures were due to severe traumatic injuries off the football field, including a car wreck and a fall on stone stairs.
“CTE itself does not cause death. You don’t die from CTE. What CTE does is it changes your behavior and your personality,” McKee said.
Thomas played 10 seasons in the NFL for the Denver Broncos, New York Jets, and Houston Texans. He won a Super Bowl with the Broncos and Peyton Manning following the 2015 season.
Thomas had 724 catches for 9,763 yards and 63 touchdowns.
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(WJW) — Wendy’s is taking some precautions amid an E. coli outbreak across several states.
While no specific food as been confirmed to be source of the outbreak, the CDC says many people reported eating sandwiches with romaine lettuce at Wendy’s locations in Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania before they got sick.
As a precaution, Wendy’s is removing romaine lettuce from its sandwiches in that region for the time being. The fast food chain uses a different type of romaine lettuce in its salads.
Health officials are working to determine if the romaine lettuce is the source of the outbreak and whether or not it was served or sold at other businesses.
Wendy’s released the following statement:
“We are fully cooperating with public health authorities on their ongoing investigation of the regional E. coli outbreak reported in certain midwestern states. While the CDC has not yet confirmed a specific food as the source of that outbreak, we are taking the precaution of removing the sandwich lettuce from restaurants in that region. The lettuce that we use in our salads is different, and is not affected by this action. As a company, we are committed to upholding our high standards of food safety and quality.“
As of Friday, the CDC is reporting 37 illnesses from the outbreak.
Ohio Department of Health is also investigating the outbreak in the state, where there have been 19 reported illnesses. The CDC says the total number of sick people in this outbreak is likely higher than the number reported.
Symptoms of E. coli infections include diarrhea, a fever higher than 102 degrees Fahrenheit, vomiting to the point of being unable to keep down liquids and signs of dehydration.
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DALLAS, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the 52nd anniversary of Earth Day, Tri Global Energy is debuting a full-page message in the Wall Street Journal celebrating renewable energy, a leading contributor of America's energy.
"As one of America's leading developers of renewable power, Tri Global Energy recognizes the important role all renewables, such as wind, solar and storage, play in a clean energy future for our country and how important that clean future is for our economy and our way of life," said John Billingsley, Chairman and CEO of Tri Global Energy (www.triglobalenergy.com).
"On this Earth Day 2022, I am calling upon Congress to strongly consider tax extension legislation before the end of 2022 – which should include extensions of the production tax credit (PTC) and investment tax credit (ITC). The clean energy tax credits – a set of incentives that would push the U.S. to generate more electricity through wind, solar and other zero-carbon resources – would be one of the most cost-effective climate policies in our history."
Despite setbacks caused by the pandemic, renewable energy continues strong forward momentum. March 29, 2022 marked the first time that wind energy became the country's number-two source of electricity in a 24-hour period. In early April, California hit a record mark when its grid ran for a time on 97% renewable energy. "Renewable energy has faced headwinds recently, and that may have slowed progress – but it definitely didn't shut us down," said Billingsley. "With the right policy in place, the future possibilities are unlimited."
We are developers of sustainable energy. Tri Global Energy's mission is to improve communities through local economic development generated by originating and commercializing renewable energy and storage projects. Tri Global Energy's headquarters is in Dallas with regional development offices in Lubbock, Texas; El Paso and Forreston, Illinois; and Reynolds and Hartford City, Indiana. For more information, visit www.triglobalenergy.com.
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WATCH: Young adults on tracks nearly get hit by train
Published: May. 31, 2022 at 3:24 PM EDT|Updated: 14 minutes ago
(CNN) – Three teenagers came within feet from being run over by a speeding train in Canada.
Transit officials posted a video of an incident in Toronto earlier this month.
It shows the train approaching a bridge, when suddenly the teens appear on the tracks.
The train engineer applied the brake and blew the horn, but officials say there was no way of stopping the train on time.
Luckily, the teens managed to get out of the way with just moments to spare.
The “Metrolink” transit agency says it posted the video to appeal to the teens’ parents and to show the dangers of walking on railway tracks.
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Best top-freezer refrigerators
A top-freezer refrigerator is a convenient option for those who need less space for frozen food and want to dedicate more room to storing cold food. When it comes to getting a new one, however, there are a few things to consider. This includes the capacity of both sections of the refrigerator, the overall size and any additional features it has.
Size
Most top-freezer refrigerators are made to fit into a standard kitchen. They’re usually at least:
- 62 inches high
- 36 inches wide
- 29-36 inches deep
Some modern ones are designed to fit the space between the front of your countertops and the backsplash or wall. These are called counter-depth refrigerators. They’re usually 24-30 inches deep, making them shallower than most models.
Before choosing a new refrigerator, consider how much space you have and what aesthetic you want to achieve. For example, counter-depth refrigerators have a sleek, simple design that looks great in modern homes. On the other hand, miniature refrigerators are better if you don’t have a lot of floor or vertical space.
Capacity
The internal capacity refers to the actual storage space inside the refrigerator. With a top-freezer model, you can expect the following:
- A small freezer section with less storage space than the main refrigerator.
- The larger refrigerator with different shelves and drawers to fit your typical cold foods.
Usually, the capacity is measured in cubic feet. On average, a standard top-freezer refrigerator has an overall capacity of 18-20 cubic feet, including both sections. There are also larger ones that store up to 33 cubic feet. These are ideal for bigger families or home chefs.
Double-check the description to see how large each section of the model is. That way, you can pick the one that works best for you.
Compartments
Most top-freezer refrigerators have some or all of the following compartments:
- Open shelves: Many models have two to five shelves fitted directly inside the main refrigerator. Some are removable or adjustable, which is convenient if you need to fit larger or taller items on them. The shelves are sturdy and easy to wipe down and clean. They can hold easy-to-grab foods, leftovers, ingredients, drinks and more.
- Drawer section: Modern refrigerators usually have two to four drawers for you to store food and ingredients. Some drawers are basic, while others have separate humidity control. This is particularly useful if you want to store specific items, such as vegetables or fruits, in one drawer over another. Certain models also have a large drawer near the base for extra storage.
- Door shelves: Inside the door, you can often find additional compact shelves or other storage solutions to keep smaller ingredients, condiments, beverages and other staples. Some refrigerators also have dedicated compartments for eggs and butter.
- Freezer shelves: The freezer usually has either one large boxlike compartment or one or two simple shelves. Larger models are sometimes separated into two or more sections for bulk items.
- Ice maker compartment: Most modern freezers have a dedicated ice maker, which is great for anyone who doesn’t want to buy separate ice cube trays.
Material and color
Top-freezer refrigerators usually have a stainless steel exterior since it’s strong and durable. Other common metals include copper or aluminum, but these are mainly used for smaller components or as accent pieces. The shelves and interior of the refrigerator and freezer generally consist of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene or polypropylene, which are durable polymers.
In terms of color, most models are either:
- Black
- White
- Gray
- Metallic
There are also vibrant options, such as blue, yellow, pink or beige. These are a little less common, but they fit in well with a retro aesthetic.
Opening mechanism
When it comes to opening mechanisms, there are three main designs:
- Two handles, one for each main door.
- Indented sections you can slip your fingers into to open them.
- Ones designed to be flush with the counter and other appliances, but that open when lightly pressed. These often are made to fit within the existing cabinetry aesthetic, giving the impression there is no refrigerator at all.
Energy guide
All refrigerators come with a label that’s usually black and yellow that indicates the following:
- How much power it uses.
- Its efficiency grade or rating.
- The estimated annual cost for operating it.
Many modern models are Energy Star-certified, meaning they’re energy-efficient. Some manufacturers also use a federal minimum energy efficiency standard, which Energy Star tries to surpass. If you want to know how efficient your appliance is or get an idea of how much it costs to run, check the energy guide label.
8 best top-freezer refrigerators
LG Electronics Top-Freezer Refrigerator
This stainless steel appliance is Energy Star-certified and highly efficient. It comes in stainless steel, black or white. It offers a lot of internal space, making it perfect for four-person households. It has hidden hinges and contoured doors, giving it a sleek appearance. It also has humidity-controlled compartments for keeping fruits and vegetables in the ideal environment. Sold by Home Depot
Kenmore Top-Freezer Refrigerator
With easy-to-access, adjustable shelves that can hold anything from large casseroles to tall containers, this model is convenient and simple to maintain. It has 20.8 cubic feet of internal storage. It’s also Energy Star-certified. Sold by Amazon
Frigidaire Top-Freezer Refrigerator
Available in stainless steel, white and black, this appliance has gallon-sized door bins that can hold several large beverages and containers with ease. It has a reversible door and humidity-controlled drawers. It has a storage capacity of 20.5 cubic feet. Sold by Home Depot
Frigidaire Two-Door Retro Refrigerator With Top Freezer
Compact enough for smaller kitchens, this retro-inspired appliance comes with different options, such as a microwave or a blender. The refrigerator section has three adjustable shelves and storage bins. It has 7.5 cubic feet of internal storage. Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Whirlpool Top-Freezer Refrigerator
Available in five colors, including stainless steel, white and black, this model comes with LED interior lighting, electronic temperature control and adjustable shelves to customize your storage space. The freezer is 3.98 cubic feet, yet it’s still roomy enough to store most frozen items. Sold by Home Depot
GE Appliances 28-Inch Top-Freezer Refrigerator
This appliance is Energy Star-certified and features temperature controls, so you can regulate the temperature in both the freezer and fresh food section. It has adjustable wire shelves. In all, it’s 28 inches wide, so it’s compact enough for smaller kitchens. Sold by Wayfair
Vissani Top-Freezer Refrigerator
With adjustable shelves and a height of 56 inches, this appliance is a little smaller, making it ideal for apartments and compact kitchens. It has hidden handles, giving it a more modern aesthetic. The freezer is 1.4 cubic feet, making it a good size for one or two people. Sold by Home Depot
Frigidaire Top-Freezer Refrigerator with Auto Close Doors
Available in either brushed steel, white or black, this appliance is energy-efficient. It has a large fresh food section that’s 10 cubic feet. The shelves are adjustable. Sold by Home Depot and Wayfair
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Being a good, but definitely not great, quarterback can be a rough ride in college football.
Good enough to start and be successful, but not good enough to satisfy fans that see only a ceiling they wish was higher.
This is the life that Penn State’s Sean Clifford and Oregon’s Bo Nix have led, and on Saturday, the veteran quarterbacks proved their worth.
Clifford, in his sixth year with Penn State, deftly guided the 22nd-ranked Nittany Lions through hostile territory and to one of their most impressive nonconference victories in years. Clifford took a lick from Auburn, popped back up and sent Tigers fans home early from Jordan-Hare Stadium. Clifford was 14 for 19 for 178 yards, a rushing touchdown and nary a turnover.
The future at Penn State is five-star freshman Drew Allar. The future looks bright and some Nittany Lions fan are in a rush to get there. But for now, Clifford’s the man for Penn State coach James Franklin, who appears to have surrounded the 24-year-old with the best set of weapons the team has had in in several years.
Freshman running backs Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen (who combined for 176 yards and four touchdowns) have resuscitated a Penn State running game that has been dormant for two years.
“The ability to be more balanced and take pressure off the passing game has been really important for us,” Franklin said.
Add some talented pass catchers, and Clifford can be both game manager and playmaker.
The record says Penn State is in the same place it was last year after three games: 3-0, with a close road win to open the Big Ten season and victory against Auburn. An injury to Clifford halfway through the Iowa game last year sent Penn State into a spiral. This team feels different.
Meanwhile, Auburn went through two quarterbacks who combined for four giveaways that buried the Tigers. Who knew how much Auburn would miss Nix?
The five-star recruit who started most of the Tigers’ games the last three seasons had plenty of highs and lows on The Plains, a mix of the memorable and regrettable.
He jumped into the transfer portal after last season and landed at Oregon. Good choice.
Two weeks removed from being embarrassed by top-ranked Georgia, the 25th-ranked Ducks looked very much like the Pac-12 contender they were expected to be in a decisive victory against BYU.
Nix threw two touchdown passes and ran for three scores against the Cougars. The last Oregon quarterback to do that: Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Mariota in 2014.
“One of my past coaches told me that pressure is a privilege, and so I’ve really taken that to heart, and there’s nothing more true in my opinion,” Nix said. “When you have a lot of pressure, it means that people believe in you, people believe you can do it or you wouldn’t have pressure at all.”
The Ducks were so badly outclassed by Georgia in Atlanta on Labor Day weekend it was tempting to wonder whether new coach Dan Lanning and his staff might be in over their heads. And there were plenty of Ducks fans wondering if Nix was really the best they could do at quarterback with former blue-chipper Ty Thompson on the bench.
Since that 49-3 loss, the Ducks have scored 111 points. Against BYU, a team that went 5-0 against the Pac-12 last year and beat Baylor last week, Nix had the Ducks up 38-7 in the third quarter.
Neither Clifford nor Nix are going to be players the draftniks debate after the season. And there will likely be moments this season when their fans still long for the next big thing.
But they were more than good enough Saturday.
GOING, GOING …
Now that Nebraska has moved on from Scott Frost, who’s the next coach to be fired?
Auburn’s Bryan Harsin has seemed like a short-timer since last winter, when boosters decided to fish for a reason to fire him after just one season. The coup didn’t work, but it has been apparent that Harsin has little support.
If there was a path to a surprisingly successful season that saved Harsin’s job, that’s probably gone now. Auburn next dives into Southeastern Conference play: Can Harsin survive back-to-back road games against No. 1 Georgia and No. 20 Mississippi in mid-October?
Speaking of Ole Miss, the Rebels beat Georgia Tech and coach Geoff Collins 42-0.
Collins is in Year 4 of a rebuild that figured to be tricky after the Yellow Jackets ran the option under Paul Johnson but has completely failed to launch.
Georgia Tech is probably not the type of school that’s going to pull the plug this early. At this rate, though, it’s going to be tough to play out this season. Georgia Tech has UCF next week, No. 23 Pitt after that.
Lastly, Herm Edwards’ tenure at Arizona State seems to heading toward an ugly conclusion after the Sun Devils lost 30-21 at home to Eastern Michigan, the first Mid-American Conference team to beat a Pac-12 team.
Arizona State (1-2) opens conference play against No. 14 Utah, No. 7 USC and Washington.
AROUND THE COUNTRY
Appalachian State is must-see TV. This week: The Mountaineer Miracle … App State’s foil last week, No. 24 Texas A&M, bounced back with a victory against No. 13 Miami. A quarterback switch didn’t do much to boost the Aggies’ offense, but Miami kept malfunctioning in the red zone. The next three weeks for A&M: No. 10 Arkansas, at Mississippi State, at No. 2 Alabama. … The Pac-12 got a lot more interesting this weekend, especially in the Pacific Northwest. After Oregon’s victory, Washington and Michael Penix Jr. took out No. 11 Michigan State. The transformation of the Huskies’ offense under first-year coach Kalen DeBoer and Penix, the Indiana transfer, has been remarkable … We might have been too quick to call Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson a Heisman contender after Week 1. He struggled again and the Gators were fortunate to escape USF. … The first game for Nebraska post-Frost could not have gone much worse. No. 6 Oklahoma scored more points in Lincoln than it ever has in a rivalry that dates back more than a century. … After 179 minutes of football this season, No. 1 Georgia permitted its first touchdown. Brock Bowers and the Bulldogs crushed South Carolina. … No idea just how good No. 4 Michigan is after the Wolverines outscored Colorado State, Hawaii and UConn 166-17. Maybe Maryland can give Michigan something close to a game next week. Same can be said for unbeaten Minnesota (3-0) having outscored weak opposition 149-17 … The Gophers trounced Colorado on Saturday. The Buffaloes are making a strong case for being the worst team in Power Five. … The first FCS team to beat a Power Five opponent this season is Southern Illinois. The Salukis came in 0-2 and dropped Northwestern, which has lost two straight since beating Nebraska in Ireland. … A week after the Sun Belt registered three Power Five road wins, South Alabama and Old Dominion had two more on their sights. But UCLA and Virginia both kicked game-winning field goals to avoid the upsets. … The Sun Belt raided Conference USA in the offseason, but C-USA got a little revenge Saturday by going 3-0 in nonconference games. That included Rice beating Louisiana-Lafayette to end the longest active winning streak in FBS at 15 games. … This week’s big upset came from the American Athletic Conference: Tulane beat Kansas State of the Big 12 to go 3-0 for the first time since 1998 … March Madness in September: Kansas, Duke, Syracuse and Indiana are all 3-0. The Blue Devils and Jayhawks play in Lawrence, Kansas, next week.
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National lost and found pet database now reunites 1,000 lost pets every month
SAN ANTONIO, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet acquisition rose to an all-time high during the pandemic with an estimated 70% of U.S. households now having a pet family member*. National nonprofit Petco Love launched new technology to ensure people and their beloved pets stay together, and are celebrating the first anniversary of its signature lost and found initiative, Petco Love Lost.
Estimates suggest one in three pets goes missing in their lifetime — that's a staggering 10 million annually — and many never return home. This heartbreaking number is why Petco Love created the national database, which simplifies and shortens the lost pet search by using just one photo of a pet. Facial recognition technology enables Petco Love Lost's national database — populated by more than 1,800 shelter locations — to identify and bring home these lost pets.
Reuniting missing pets is an industry-wide challenge, one that often takes an entire community to aid in the search effort. It's Petco Love's mission to unite pet parents, animal welfare organizations, veterinary clinics, and other industry partners to make reuniting with a lost pet a simpler process.
Last week at one of the animal welfare industry's largest conferences, national nonprofit leader Petco Love issued an industry challenge for animal shelters to reunite more than 50% of stray animal intake by 2024. Current estimates suggest fewer than 32%** of lost pets who enter shelters make it back home nationally.
"It's tragic for both the animal and its family when a pet goes missing," said Petco Love president Susanne Kogut. "And Petco Love understands that when the unthinkable happens, families need help — quickly." She adds, "Across the animal welfare sheltering industry in the past 10 years, there has been little improvement in the number of lost pets in shelters reunited with their families, and that is unacceptable. We can simplify the search by working together on a single platform that connects shelters, pet parents, and neighbors. Pets, like Fallon, are family and deserve our best efforts to bring them back home. We believe that together, we can do better."
Over the last year, the searchable database has grown to include more than 1,800 shelters and rescues in cities, and rural areas across the U.S. using facial recognition technology to help reunite lost pets with their families.
Petco Love Lost celebrates this achievement together with its partners. Other milestones include:
- Reuniting more than 1,000 pets a month
- Searchable database has reached more than 100,000 found pets from shelter partners and users
- Growth of industry support and collaboration from partners such as Tractive, 24PetWatch, HABRI and more
- Improved user experience
- Additional educational content on steps to take if your pet is lost
- Seamless sharing of lost pet posters across social platforms and email
- 96% of users recommend Petco Love Lost
Visit petcolovelost.org or join the conversation @PetcoLoveLost on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter via hashtags #PetcoLoveLost and #LoveAndFound. Corporations, animal welfare organizations and pet industry participants seeking to join us in Doing the Reunite Thing to help drive awareness of this important solution can contact media@petcolove.org.
*According to American Pet Products Association National Pet Owners Survey 2021-2022
**According to 24PetWatch Stray Shelter Intake/Outcomes Data
About Petco Love
Petco Love is a life-changing nonprofit organization that makes communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier. Since our founding in 1999 as the Petco Foundation, we've empowered animal welfare organizations by investing $330 million in adoption and other lifesaving efforts. We've helped find loving homes for more than 6.5 million pets in partnership with Petco and organizations nationwide.
Our love for pets drives us to lead with innovation, creating tools animal lovers need to reunite lost pets, and lead with passion, inspiring and mobilizing communities and our more than 4,000 animal welfare partners to drive lifesaving change alongside us. Join us. Visit petcolove.org or follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to be part of the lifesaving work we lead every day.
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- Honor marks Dow's second consecutive year receiving this designation
MIDLAND, Mich., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second consecutive year, Dow (NYSE: DOW) has been named a 2022 honoree of The Civic 50 by Points of Light, the world's largest organization committed to inspiring, equipping, and engaging people to take action to change their communities and the world.
"As we celebrate 125 years as a Company, this recognition illustrates the importance we've placed — and continue to place — on engaging with our communities," said Howard Ungerleider, president and chief financial officer of Dow and chair of the Dow Company Foundation. "Investing in and protecting our people and communities has always been a priority for Dow and we are proud to work together with so many like-minded organizations to create a more sustainable future."
For ten years, The Civic 50 has provided a national standard for corporate citizenship. It showcases how companies can use their time, skills, and resources to drive social impact in their communities and company. The Civic 50 honorees are companies with annual U.S. revenues of at least $1 billion and are selected based on four dimensions of their corporate citizenship and social impact program: investment of resources, integration across business functions, institutionalization through policies and systems, and impact measurement.
"Throughout our history, we have invested in the communities where we work and live because we are committed to cultivating a spirit of service and partnership," said Rebecca Bentley, Dow's vice president of Public Affairs and Dow Company Foundation director. "Our community mindset is not only built on giving back, but also on creating solutions that spark positive change for the people we serve, the communities where we live and the broader world around us."
The dimensions of The Civic 50 are aligned with Dow's Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) focus, showcasing and recognizing the value that community mindedness creates for all stakeholders. Guided by this ESG focus, Dow's global citizenship strategy, meaningful partnerships and purpose-driven programs - such as the Business Impact Fund, #PullingOurWeight, the ALL IN ERG Fund, and the creation of Dow's Volunteer and ERG Participation Policy - helped the Company better navigate challenges and grow impact to deliver positive change.
"Corporate leadership and commitment to civic engagement is critical for strengthening communities," said Natalye Paquin, president and chief executive officer of Points of Light. "Our most recent global research shows 86% of people say they expect companies to take action on a social issue. Companies like Dow are leading the way and setting an example of how you can leverage your employee talent, business models and assets to create deep impact that drives transformational change."
View the report and see the list of The Civic 50 2022 honorees.
About Points of Light
Dow Points of Light is a nonpartisan, global nonprofit organization that inspires, equips and mobilizes millions of people to take action that changes the world. We envision a world in which every individual discovers the power to make a difference, creating healthy communities in vibrant, participatory societies. Through 177 affiliates across 38 countries, and in partnership with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 5 million volunteers in 16 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it's needed most. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org
About Dow
(NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership to achieve profitable growth and deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates 104 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $55 billion in 2021. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.
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On most days, fisherman Kazushi Kinjo leaves port on the Japanese island of Yonaguni to catch deep sea red snapper in waters to the north.
There, fish are plentiful -- and increasingly, so are Chinese Coast Guard ships.
Chinese ships patrol the sea around the Japanese-controlled Senkaku islands, an uninhabited island chain also claimed by China and Taiwan, near where Kinjo lives. The islands, which are known in China as the Diaoyu Islands and Diaoyutai in Taiwan, have become one of the focus points of increasing tensions in the region.
"The bow of one of their ships was pointed straight at us, and they were chasing us. I don't know for sure, but I also saw what looked like cannons," the 50-year-old fisherman told CNN, as he described one of several encounters with the Chinese Coast Guard over the past few years.
Although the territorial dispute over the rocky chain stretches back more than a century, China has increased its presence around the islands, especially in recent decades. That's prompted fears Beijing will exert its claims over the contested islands.
China's Foreign Ministry told CNN that the Chinese Coast Guard's patrols around the waters surrounding the islands were "an appropriate exercise of China's sovereign right." But Japan also claims it has a sovereign right to the islands -- and it's strengthening its military forces on Yonaguni and its sister islands in the Nansei chain, east of the Senkakus.
And all of this is a particular concern for Yonaguni residents like Kinjo, who worry about China's intentions.
Their island sits just 68 miles (110 kilometers) off the coast of Taiwan, the self-ruled, democratic island Beijing also claims as its own, and they fear rising tensions could upend their peaceful community, especially if Beijing attempts to restrict access to the fishing grounds crucial to their livelihoods.
Quiet community with a front row seat to tensions
Occupied by the US during World War II, Yonaguni was returned to the Japanese in 1972 as part of Okinawa Prefecture, the band of 150 islands that curves to the south of Japan's main islands in the East China Sea. It's unquestionably Japanese, but sits closer to Taiwan than Tokyo -- so close that on a clear day you can see the faint outline of Taiwan's mountain ranges from Yonaguni's western cape.
In the past, Yonaguni's promixity to Taiwan and China has made the island, home to fewer than 2,000 people, a popular tourist destination with scuba divers and hikers. But its location also puts it on the frontline of geopolitical tensions as China ramps up its patrols of waters near the Senkaku Islands and displays its military power in the sea and skies near Taiwan.
Twenty years ago, Japan's Ministry of Defense spotted fewer than 20 Chinese warships -- destroyers and frigates -- from its coast each year, but not within its contiguous zone, defined as within 24 nautical miles of its coast.
Since then, the number has more than quadrupled to a new high of 71 last year. Including Chinese Coast Guard ships, the figure rises to 110, according to the ministry.
China's also increasing its presence in the skies around Taiwan, repeatedly sending warplanes into the island's air defense identification zone (ADIZ), prompting Taipei to deploy combat air patrol planes, issue radio warnings and activate air defense missile systems.
Japan has also scrambled fighter jets in response to Chinese aircraft approaching its airspace.
China's ruling Communist Party has long claimed Taiwan as part of its territory, despite having never ruled over it. Chinese leader Xi Jinping has refused to rule out taking Taiwan by force -- a prospect that would not only threaten peace in the region, but pose a national security risk to Japan, as 90% of its energy passes through waters near the island.
In recent weeks, Russia's invasion of Ukraine has put the region on alert, especially as China refuses to bow to international pressure to condemn Moscow's actions. China has dismissed comparisons between Ukraine and Taiwan, stating that Taiwan is "entirely China's internal affair." However, Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu said the island would watch China "very carefully" as events unfolded in Ukraine -- and so are residents in Yonaguni.
"The military invasion by Russia to Ukraine has made me concerned about the future of Taiwan and Yonaguni Island," said local café owner Michiko Furumi. "I really worry about the future of my grandchildren."
When Kinjo began fishing 25 years ago, he never saw Chinese ships in the Senkakus, but in the last few years, he's had a growing number of what felt like dangerous encounters. "I have been intercepted with great force. Sometimes I would go there and they would go around me, and I would avoid them because it was dangerous, and then they would go around me again," he said.
Kinjo is concerned that China's claims to the Senkaku Islands and its ambitions to take Taiwan might one day extend to include Yonaguni. "Looking at China's current moves, I have a strong sense of crisis that this island will eventually cease to be Japan."
Japan's expanding its defensive forces
As fears grow, the remote island where Kinjo and Furumi live is changing.
In response to the perceived threat from Beijing, Tokyo opened a Japan Self-Defense Force camp on Yonaguni in 2016, staffed by around 160 troops who engage in coastal surveillance.
This month, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force repositioned a mobile radar unit from Miyakojima to the island to more closely monitor Chinese activity in the area.
In 2019, Japan opened new military bases on Yonaguni's sister islands, Amami Oshima and Miyakojima, and equipped them with medium-range surface-to-air guided missiles and type 12 short-range surface-to-ship guided missiles.
A fourth base is under construction on Ishigaki island, east of Yonaguni, which will be operational from March 2023, according to Japanese Self-Defense Force officials. The new base will be home to about 600 troops and both medium- and short-range missile systems.
Gen. Yoshihide Yoshida, Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) chief of staff, told CNN the extra defense capability was needed to send a strong message to territorial rivals.
"We must protect our country's territorial sovereignty at all costs. And, we need to send our message that we will firmly defend our country," he said.
Despite Japan's recent effort to bolster its defenses, Yoko Iwama, an international relations and security expert at the National Graduate Institute of Policy Studies, said the country is vulnerable.
"We don't have longer (strike) capabilities, and we definitely need that. What kind, how many, we have to start discussing, but it is very clear that what we have currently is not enough," she said.
According to Self-Defense Force officials, Japan's current missile defense systems can only engage an incoming target once it comes within range of about 31 miles (50 kilometers). But China, for instance, has missiles that can be launched from a wide range of warplanes from distances as far away as 186 miles (300 kilometers).
Japan's post-war constitution restricts it to defensive action, but Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says the government is exploring options to give the country the ability to strike bases on an opponent's territory as part of its self-defense.
Fears for the future
Back on Yonaguni, the transition from sleepy island to a strategically important defensive outpost doesn't make all of its residents feel safer. Inn owner Fumio Kano says, if anything, she feels more vulnerable.
"I was taught as a child by my grandparents that the presence of a military facility makes you a target for attack," she said. "I do not agree that military facilities are being built up on the islands."
But Shigenori Takenishi, the head of the Yonaguni fishing cooperative, says too much is at stake to take any chances. "We need to increase our defense capabilities, including Japan's Self-Defense Forces, but it alone will not be enough to protect Japan," he said.
"I believe that the only way to do this is to work closely with the US under the Japan-US Security Treaty Act and to enhance Japan's own defense capabilities much further."
The US says the Senkakus fall under the US-Japan mutual defense treaty, which obligates Washington to defend them like any other part of Japanese territory. US President Joe Biden has also said the US would protect Taiwan, if needed, though the White House said the US had not altered its policy of "strategic ambiguity."
Takenishi says if China blocks access to fishing waters around the Senakakus, Yonaguni's fishermen will lose their livelihoods, and the entire island will suffer.
Fisherman Kinjo agrees. "If the Senkaku Islands are no longer in Japan, the territorial waters will become smaller, and since Japan is surrounded by sea, this will be a matter of life and death," he said.
Still, Kinjo says he has little choice but to stare down Chinese Coast Guard ships every time he goes out to sea. "Even if I do what I consider scary, I still have to go offshore for a living. I can't stop working. I just do my work day in and day out," he said.
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MILWAUKEE, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ademi LLP is investigating STORE Capital (NYSE: STOR) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with GIC and Oak Street.
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Ademi LLP alleges STORE Capital's financial outlook and prospects are excellent and yet STORE Capital holders will receive only $32.25 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $14 billion. The transaction agreement unreasonably limits competing bids for STORE Capital by imposing a significant penalty if STORE Capital accepts a superior bid. STORE Capital insiders will receive substantial benefits as part of change of control arrangements.
We are investigating the conduct of STORE Capital's board of directors, and whether they are (i) fulfilling their fiduciary duties to all shareholders, and (ii) obtaining a fair and reasonable price for STORE Capital.
If you own STORE Capital common stock and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Guri Ademi either at gademi@ademilaw.com or toll-free: 866-264-3995, or https://www.ademilaw.com/case/store-capital-corporation.
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VANCOUVER, BC, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - CycurID Technologies Ltd., ("CycurID" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce the introduction of its all-in-one KYC Passport solution.
CycurID has developed a proprietary Digital Identity Management System that enables one solution to be applied to a wide array of reporting and compliance issues that all businesses need to address.
The fundamental problem with how people transact online is with authentication of users. Up until now, users have had to share their personal data, putting individuals and businesses at risk. With over 15.8 billion records breached since May 2020, current security and privacy protocols are not doing an adequate job of protecting personal information that is stored by these businesses. CycurID simplifies the authentication process so that individuals can reduce the amount of personal information they share.
CycurID Co-founder and COO Gord Jessop, provided insight: "The reality is that most identity solutions currently available are an agglomeration of third-party technologies that do not solve underlying issues plaguing the online world—most notably the increasing amount of stolen or compromised personal records. We have developed a closed-loop, fully-encrypted identity privacy and management solution to address those issues. What we have developed is truly a 'one and you're done' solution."
CycurID's identity management solution rethinks how identity can be used in people's online lives and resolves many of the foundational issues prevalent in the identity sector and online marketplaces. CycurID combines security with convenience without compromising consumer privacy, all in a frictionless authentication and verification solution that easily scales.
Jessop said, "Just because something is 'convention', it doesn't mean it can't be improved upon. It's no secret that Know Your Customer (KYC) and customer onboarding/checkout is a pain for consumers and businesses. We believe there is a better way to do things. The solution is immeTM (pronounced "I'm me"), the first all-in-one KYC passport."
With the launch of imme, our fully integrated KYC passport, consumers are verified and scrubbed against government authorized databases, sanction lists, and international databases (such as Most Wanted)—all in real time. This process, "continuous KYC" occurs every time users access the app. With continuous KYC, merchants trust that their customers are indeed who they say they are, and users trust that their identity has not been compromised.
"At CycurID we believe every person has the right to privacy and digital security," Jessop said. "Your identity belongs to you and no one else. Third parties should not be able to exploit your identity for their sole benefit. We know some companies use so-called 'identity experts' to verify users, but we believe that every time you add someone to your trust network, you create an opportunity for information to be leaked and/or for personal data to be stolen. We designed our solutions ethically and conscientiously to prevent this loss, always with consumer protections at the forefront."
For more information about CycurID's complete suite of identity solutions, visit our corporate website https://cycurid.com or contact us through our contact page here.
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CycurID Technologies Ltd is a privately held personal identity management and security software developer based in Vancouver, British Columbia. CycurIDTM (pronounced "Secure ID") has developed proprietary patent pending identity management and privacy software which is available via its consumer app immeTM (pronounced I'm me). CycurIDTM is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau, WorkSafe BC and with FINTRAC as Money Service Business (MSB). CycurIDTM and immeTM are Registered Trademarks of CycurID Technologies Ltd.
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LEAWOOD, Kan., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Torch.AI is quickly establishing themselves as a leader in the competitive industry of artificial intelligence (AI) data startups and technology powerhouses. Already supporting many of the world's most important organizations, Torch.AI brings a brand-new approach to the world of data, and that's not just marketing jargon. Their AI-powered data systems help organizations increase productivity, apply critical analysis, and correlate insights across the business, proving why alternative solutions create avoidable inefficiencies and risk.
Reflecting on the past six months, Torch.AI's Chairman and CEO, Brian Weaver, says, "I had a strong feeling 2022 would be an exciting year but thinking back to January, I had no idea our trajectory would bring us this far, this quick. "We've rounded out a winning team, forged partnerships, secured an important acquisition, and gained national recognition with renowned organizations, including Forbes and Forrester. The exciting part is we're just getting started."
Torch.AI boasts 45% growth this year, according to their new CFO, Amy Bradshaw. "It's impressive. Even in periods of shaky market conditions, our customers are buying and see the value Torch.AI brings. Over the next 12 months, increased investment in product, engineering, and marketing and sales will continue to support public sector growth and fuel our commercial go-to-market strategy," says Amy.
Torch.AI kicked off the year with the acquisition of B23, a data-extraction firm based in Virginia. B23 bolstered Torch's Nexus™ platform with complementary solutions that continue to support the U.S. Navy and bring hardened, military-grade capabilities to the commercial sector. Brad Kolarov, Founder & Managing Partner at B23 and former Navy SEAL, now serves as VP of Mission Systems for Torch.AI and is focused on continuing to grow Torch's relationship with the Navy.
While Torch.AI got its roots with the Federal Government, recent investments in the commercial sector propelled the company into new and exciting territory. Customers, including Lockton Companies, Bardavon Health, H&R Block, Henderson Engineers, and Pensionmark have already realized the need to adapt how they use data to improve their operational capacity. Jason Eidam, who brings experience as a former tech-startup founder and Deloitte consultant, now leads Torch's commercial practice, and brings a deliberate focus on extending offerings to new market segments.
Rounding out the "dream team" as Weaver calls them, Torch.AI has attracted additional top-tier talent this year, including Adam Lurie, Chief Strategy Officer; Jason Delker, Chief Product Officer; Jennifer Utting, General Counsel; and Bobby Butler, Director of Partner Success, who introduced a brand new partner program and seeks to incentivize companies who share in Torch's vision. These individuals all play a vital role in ensuring the company continues providing unparalleled advancements in AI/ML data capabilities through Torch's AI systems.
Continuing down the path of a customer-first approach, Torch.AI sets the stage for a breakout year through the rest of 2022. New capital investments expect to enhance customer outreach and introduce additional product features aimed at solving our customer's biggest pain points.
"As I look at the rest of 2022 and beyond, I see unlimited potential for Torch.AI and the impact we can make," added Weaver. "Our team is committed to setting our customers up for success and we're excited about the journey ahead!"
Founded in 2017, Torch.AI set out on a mission to help organizations unlock their full potential by empowering teams to get more value from their data. With Nexus™, Torch.AI paves the way for a new type of enterprise data infrastructure, optimizing inefficiences of existing enterprise and cloud-based systems and applications. The Nexus™ platform changes the paradigm of data and digital workflows, forever solving core impediments caused by the exponentially increasing volume and complexity of information. Customers enjoy a single unifying solution which begins by instantly deconstructing and describing data in real-time.
Nexus' purpose-built AI systems enable intelligent automation and insights to tackle massively scaled data challenges. Through this approach, Torch.AI helps customers unlock value from all their data across the organization while removing barriers of poor data quality, replication, and redundancy. Torch's customers see drastic improvements in team productivity and mission execution as a result. Their unrivaled solutions have helped to fight fraud, secure information sharing, enable trusted decisions, enhance operational capabilities, and create better customer experiences.
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NEW YORK, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Credit Suisse Group AG ("Credit Suisse" or the "Company") (NYSE: CS) and certain of its officers. The class action, filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and docketed under 22-cv-02477, is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired Credit Suisse securities between March 19, 2021 and March 25, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), seeking to recover damages caused by Defendants' violations of the federal securities laws and to pursue remedies under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act") and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder, against the Company and certain of its top officials.
If you are a shareholder who purchased or otherwise acquired Credit Suisse securities during the Class Period, you have until June 28, 2022 to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com. To discuss this action, contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888.476.6529 (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
Credit Suisse, together with its subsidiaries, provides various financial services in Switzerland, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Asia Pacific. The Company offers private banking and wealth management solutions, including advisory, investment, financial planning, succession planning, and trust services, and financing and lending, and multi-shore platform solutions.
Credit Suisse has a history of business dealings with Russian oligarchs, or ultra-high net worth business leaders possessing significant political influence. For example, an article published by Financial Times on February 7, 2022, entitled "Credit Suisse securitizes yacht loans to oligarchs and tycoons", cited a recent investor presentation for a synthetic securitization deal, in which Credit Suisse sold off $80 million worth of risk related to a $2 billion portfolio of loans backed by assets owned by certain of the bank's ultra-high net worth clients (the "Securitization Deal"), which disclosed that, in 2017 and 2018, Credit Suisse experienced 12 defaults on yacht and aircraft loans, a third of which were related to U.S. sanctions against Russian oligarchs. Press reports at the time indicated that Russian billionaires Oleg Deripaska, Arkady Rotenberg, and Boris Rotenberg had to terminate private jet leases with Credit Suisse in those years.
Beginning in or around October 2021, Russia commenced a major military build-up near the Russo-Ukrainian border, in apparent preparation for an invasion of Ukraine. Although the Russian government repeatedly denied it had plans to invade or attack Ukraine, the U.S. later released intelligence of Russian invasion plans, including satellite photographs showing Russian troops and equipment near the Russo-Ukrainian border.
In November 2021, as Russia's military buildup on the Russo-Ukrainian border continued, the Company entered the Securitization Deal.
Just months later, on February 24, 2022, Russian military forces invaded Ukraine. In the immediate aftermath of the invasion, Western governments including, among others, the U.S., Canada, and the European Union, imposed significant sanctions on Russia. The sanctions included, inter alia, measures targeting Russia's ultrawealthy oligarchs by denying them access to the global financial system and by, in some cases, authorizing the seizure of certain of their high-value assets located outside of Russia.
Barely a week after the commencement of the Russian invasion and the retaliatory sanctions imposed by Western nations, news outlets reported that Credit Suisse had requested non-participating investors who received information about the Company's loan portfolio to destroy and permanently erase any confidential information that Credit Suisse provided to them regarding the Securitization Deal.
The complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and compliance policies. Specifically, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Credit Suisse had deficient disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting; (ii) Credit Suisse's practice of lending money to Russian oligarchs subject to U.S. and international sanctions created a significant risk of violating rules pertaining to those sanctions and future sanctions; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected the Company to an increased risk of heightened regulatory scrutiny and/or enforcement actions; (iv) the Securitization Deal concerned loans that Credit Suisse made to Russian oligarchs previously sanctioned by the U.S.; (v) the purpose of the Securitization Deal was to offload the risks associated with these loans and mitigate the impact on Credit Suisse of sanctions likely to be implemented by Western nations in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine; (vi) Credit Suisse's request that non-participating investors destroy documents related to the Securitization Deal was intended to conceal the Company's noncompliance with U.S. and international sanctions in its lending practices; (vii) the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to subject the Company to enhanced regulatory scrutiny and significant reputational harm; and (viii) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
On March 28, 2022, the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Reform sent Credit Suisse a letter asking the Company to turn over information and documents about a portfolio of loans backed by yachts and private jets owned by clients, potentially including sanctioned Russian individuals. In the letter, House Oversight Chair Carolyn Maloney and Rep. Stephen Lynch, chair of the Subcommittee on National Security, questioned Credit Suisse's request that hedge funds and other non-participating investors "destroy documents" related to yachts and private jets owned by the bank's clients. "Given the timing of this request and its subject matter," the House Democrats wrote, "Credit Suisse's action raises significant concerns that it may be concealing information" about whether participants in the deal may be "evading sanctions" imposed by the West after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
On this news, Credit Suisse's stock price fell $0.21 per share, or 2.58%, to close at $7.94 per share on March 28, 2022.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com
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9-year-old girl hit, killed by mother’s SUV after running alongside vehicle, authorities say
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WGBA) - A young girl in Wisconsin was killed Tuesday morning after she got hit by a car driven by her mother.
According to the Brown County Sheriff’s Office, a 9-year-old girl was running alongside a 2019 GMC Yukon when she fell and was then struck by the vehicle.
Witnesses said they saw the incident happen in their neighborhood before about eight police cars responded to the scene.
Brown County Sheriff’s Office Capt. Jody Lemmens said they believe no alcohol or drugs were involved in the crash and that the mother was working with their investigation.
“We’re looking for support for the family because this was a pretty tragic event,” Lemmens said.
Authorities gave no immediate word if the mother would be facing any charges.
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The new product enables more precise cost control, reduces technology lock-in and improves compliance and standardization of data quality to support organizations in scaling their observability practices
NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Datadog, Inc. (NASDAQ: DDOG), the monitoring and security platform for cloud applications, today announced the launch of Datadog Observability Pipelines—a new product that enables organizations to take greater control of their data so they can reliably scale their observability practices. Datadog Observability Pipelines is powered by Vector, an open source and high-performance framework for building telemetry pipelines.
Organizations today are tasked with managing many applications, which are powered by hundreds of services and result in the creation of trillions of logs, metrics and traces per month. The vast amount of data involved and the resulting complexity at both the application and organization levels can lead to reliability issues, technology lock-in, security risks and runaway costs.
Datadog Observability Pipelines provides customers with a unified view to control and monitor the flow of all their infrastructure and application metrics, logs and traces. Users can now seamlessly collect, enrich, transform, sanitize and route observability data from any source to any destination—before data leaves their environment. This unified view gives enterprises enhanced visibility into how much they are spending and where, what tools they are leveraging and who has access to what data. This enables them to more precisely manage costs, reduce technology lock-in, improve compliance and standardization of data quality and ultimately scale their observability practices.
"We want to empower our teams to use all of our systems and tools while staying within budget. Observability Pipelines gives us flexibility over how our data is processed and where it ends up, so our teams are taking action on the right information as we continue to scale," said Andreas Kasprzok, Observability Tech Lead at Blockfi.
"As the amount of telemetry continues to grow at an organization, teams are often completely overwhelmed—if they're not blind to—the runaway costs, reliability and compliance risks that come from a lack of visibility into infrastructure and application data," said Zach Sherman, Senior Product Manager at Datadog. "We built Datadog Observability Pipelines to give organizations a powerful way to take back control of their data, without compromising visibility for engineering, security and SRE teams."
Datadog Observability Pipelines helps IT and security teams in their goals to affordably manage and scale observability with complete flexibility and control over how their logs, metrics and traces are collected, transformed and routed. This helps organizations:
- Control Costs: Aggregate, filter and route all observability data based on use case without compromising visibility
- Simplify Migrations and Reduce Lock-In: Orchestrate and monitor data processing from any source to any destination in one unified view
- Protect Sensitive Data: Filter, redact and monitor sensitive data before it leaves your network in order to better meet compliance requirements
- Enforce Data Quality: Standardize the format of logs, metrics and traces to improve observability across teams
- Scale with Confidence: Scale seamlessly with a product powered by Vector, a vendor-agnostic, open source project and engaged community with millions of monthly downloads that is deployed in production by enterprises processing petabytes of data every month
- Easily Collect and Route Data: Observability Pipelines comes with more than 80 out-of-the-box integrations so organizations can quickly and easily collect and route data to any of the tools their teams already use, without disrupting existing workflows
Datadog Observability Pipelines is generally available now. For more information, please visit: https://www.datadoghq.com/product/observability-pipelines/
Datadog is the monitoring and security platform for cloud applications. Our SaaS platform integrates and automates infrastructure monitoring, application performance monitoring and log management to provide unified, real-time observability of our customers' entire technology stack. Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes and across a wide range of industries to enable digital transformation and cloud migration, drive collaboration among development, operations, security and business teams, accelerate time to market for applications, reduce time to problem resolution, secure applications and infrastructure, understand user behavior and track key business metrics.
This press release may include certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended including statements on the benefits of new products and features. These forward-looking statements reflect our current views about our plans, intentions, expectations, strategies and prospects, which are based on the information currently available to us and on assumptions we have made. Actual results may differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements and are subject to a variety of assumptions, uncertainties, risks and factors that are beyond our control, including those risks detailed under the caption "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including the Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 25, 2022, as well as future filings and reports by us. Except as required by law, we undertake no duty or obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release as a result of new information, future events, changes in expectations or otherwise.
Contact
Dan Haggerty
press@datadoghq.com
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